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The  Weston Superhero Museum.

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MachineSmith
NPC, 90 posts
Back in a new body
Death cheated again
Mon 5 Aug 2013
at 05:50
  • msg #399

Re: Legacy's new digs

Malcolm chuckled as Iris proved a very convenient distraction. He let the conversation drop he hated arguing with Zeke and it was nigh impossible to change his mind once it was made up. "Hey kiddo, how you doing? School going alright? Zeke was working with the government actually Iris, setting up training camps for new paras. Unless you were talking to me in which case I prefer being in a body but it wasn't bad."
Hotwire
player, 446 posts
Damn comic book hero want
to be's
Mon 5 Aug 2013
at 05:58
  • msg #400

Re: Legacy's new digs

"Only so much.  I was only able to surf from the computer, not the actual internet.  Gave me time to think."

Closing the window for her, he turns back to the computer he had been working on.

"We were given plans for this jet a while ago.  Most of the material doesn't exist.  At least not yet.  But we have the composition, I think we can pull this off, we just have to get creative.  I think the answer lies with a bit of Alchemy.  Sort of.  More for inspirational purposes than anything.  In a way, that's what Einstein's Theory of Relativity is.  Energy equals Mass times the speed of light through a vacuum squared.  It's what the Super Collider does.  Energy divided by C, let's just for the sake of argument say that C is the same as C squared, since it's a constant.  So who's to say the energy used by the Super Collider is the only energy we can use."

Tapping his finger against the screen with the energy signature.

"This is me.  One of the projects I'm working on is figuring out how to protect technology from someone like me.  I become this energy signature when I absorb into something."

Zeke did enjoy their discussions though, even if he was set in his ways, he appreciated hearing someone else's thoughts.  And occasionally they did change or at least expand his views.
Iris
player, 770 posts
A living personification
of ADHD rainbows.
Mon 5 Aug 2013
at 06:53
  • msg #401

Re: Legacy's new digs

Iris nodded, "School's great, but it usually is. I mean, there's always some classes I'm not so hot in because I just don't have the practice most of the others do, but I understand it's to be expected. The special education teacher they assigned me always seems befuddled when I talk to her, so it's all good."

She looked at the designs, "Is it lighter than titanium? The metal, I mean. That's what I tend to use when I can get ahold of it. It's a good combination of lightweight and sturdy. And if you need some flexibility, then you can always try a beta titanium alloy."
MachineSmith
NPC, 91 posts
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Mon 5 Aug 2013
at 07:00
  • msg #402

Re: Legacy's new digs

"Ya know I built a vtol plane for the DPA back in the sixties tyhink strike team alpha has it now. What kinda propulsion does it call for? If your using it in city you'll want something way silent."
Hotwire
player, 448 posts
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to be's
Mon 5 Aug 2013
at 07:11
  • msg #403

Re: Legacy's new digs

"The propulsion is a focused antigravity drive.  As for the material, I'm not entirely sure if it is lighter than titanium or not.  Though I would imagine it is more durable than it.  All in all, this jet isn't supposed to exist for a few more decades from what I've managed to put together."
MachineSmith
NPC, 92 posts
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Mon 5 Aug 2013
at 07:33
  • msg #404

Re: Legacy's new digs

"Wasn't Meg working on some gravity based drive for spaceflight? Might want to ask if you can look at her notes, what were you thinking for weapons on this? Sticking with nonlethal?"
Hotwire
player, 449 posts
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Mon 5 Aug 2013
at 16:49
  • msg #405

Re: Legacy's new digs

"Mostly non-lethal."  He thinks on that for a little more.  He hadn't killed anyone himself, but at the same time he didn't have a problem with it happening.  Sometimes there was no other choice.  Then there was the image for the team.

"Yeah, non-lethal with some counter measures as well.  I was thinking some lethal might be good in the case of some of the Metahumans we run into.  But usually stuff that is lethal to humans will just piss those off we'd be able to use lethal force against.  So no point in having it.  I'll have to talk with Meg as well then."

He keeps studying the energy signature.  Matter to energy to matter conversion, he did it all the time, at least for his own body.  And when he was given the abilities by Excel, he did it with objects as easily as he breathed.  Getting this puzzle solved was within their ability, he was sure of it.
Iris
player, 771 posts
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of ADHD rainbows.
Mon 5 Aug 2013
at 17:42
  • msg #406

Re: Legacy's new digs

Iris nodded, "That's good. Most of my stuff is arguably non-lethal. I may have to expand, but I really don't want to. The laser pointer can technically get lethal at short distances if I have it turned up, I guess... But usually the people we fight shrug it off. I need a light-saber." She considered the plane a bit, "Even with light materials and an anti-gravity drive, you're going to want weapons that are lightweight and don't pull much on power. Especially with that drive, actually, because you'll see some slow-down in circulation if the weapon pulls to much, and if they're on a separate battery then there's the chance of a functional plane with non-functional weapons. In other words, the best lethal options you could have would be drop options where the power output is opening a door and letting gravity do the rest. I would recommend lasers, but at a distance there's too much chance of accidental interference. Gotta remember; you're hanging in thin air, and the stronger the weapon, the stronger the kick-back."

After all, weapons were what the project was developing when she was there. She'd learned a lot from the various and sundry doctors who weren't supposed to have let her in their labs.
Hotwire
player, 450 posts
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Tue 6 Aug 2013
at 05:31
  • msg #407

Re: Legacy's new digs

"The trick to a light-saber is you need to find a gem with the right faceting.  It is possible, but you have to scan through a lot."

Tapping his fingers against the desk he gives a little nod, as his eyes squint and he rubs the bridge of his nose.

"I think we've had this conversation before.  Did I mention I hate time travel?  Weapon wise, traditional projectiles seem to be useless.  From what I've seen in the plans they're more towards sound.  Ranging from concussive force to low and high frequency to mess with the inner ear."

He frowns a little then, looking at the area.  He could maybe... maybe.. set up a small project here.  But in the middle of the city as well.

"I'm not going to be able to trust myself here.  Definitely need to talk with Meg."

Yay for the mindworm network.
Hotwire
player, 455 posts
Damn comic book hero want
to be's
Tue 6 Aug 2013
at 17:12
  • msg #408

Re: Legacy's new digs

"Looks like we're going on a field trip, folks.  Meg is alright with helping us, and she said Lin should be able to find a remote place for us to work.  I don't exactly trust what we're going to be working with in the city."  Or any government cameras that might be looking over their shoulder.  What he was thinking, if... when they cracked what he was looking at with that energy signature.  The applications were endless.

He couldn't help himself, he had to let out an actual mild mad scientist chuckle.
Iris
player, 772 posts
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Tue 6 Aug 2013
at 21:32
  • msg #409

Re: Legacy's new digs

Iris looked bemused, "Did we? I'm sure I would have remembered."

She jumped up at the idea of a field trip, "Yay! I'll drive." She told them cheerfully, looking around, "Can we stop by McDonald's on the way. I'm REALLY hungry."
Hotwire
player, 457 posts
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Fri 9 Aug 2013
at 04:06
  • msg #410

Re: Legacy's new digs

He just has to grin a bit at that.

"Yep, most likely we have.  In a future that no longer exists, when we made these plans.  I'm guessing the sound is me, that's the only batch of this weapon system I can make heads or tails of.  Well, alright I can figure which side of the other weapons I don't want to be on.  But that's about it."

And he has to laugh a bit more.

"Do we even have a car?  I guess there is a garage here, I've never been to it.  Right now we're just going to head over for Meg's house outside the city and wait for her and her mother to show up.  So if you want to stop at McD's, you probably have plenty of time.  Or you could talk to Meg, too.  She was grilling up hamburgers when I was there a bit ago."
Iris
player, 773 posts
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of ADHD rainbows.
Fri 9 Aug 2013
at 06:25
  • msg #411

Re: Legacy's new digs

Iris grinned, "I'm famished, so I could do both. It's a metabolism thing; Meg's Dad said that it's something about the energies active inside my body that aren't used to being contained. The long explanation gets really esoteric really fast, especially 'cause there aren't any real constants between case studies."

She flicked the metal wing open again, "I'll just fly by and pick something up so that I don't eat all of Meg's burgers. Do you want anything?"
MachineSmith
NPC, 93 posts
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Fri 9 Aug 2013
at 20:20
  • msg #412

Re: Legacy's new digs

"Looks like I'm the only one going by traditional travel, I'll meet you guys there." Malcolm said with a smile as he turned to head towards where his car was parked.
Iris
player, 774 posts
A living personification
of ADHD rainbows.
Sat 10 Aug 2013
at 02:37
  • msg #413

Re: Legacy's new digs

Iris looked at Machinesmith curiously, "I could ride with you, but this is a normal traveling method."

She popped the window and jumped out, clinging to the nose of the board so that she dropped several stories before it kicked in and hovered to light, speeding over nearby buildings to the McDonalds. She did a drive-thru sitting on the top of her hoverboard. It always surprised her how puzzled the window staff were when she flew up and picked up food.

That done and a large bag of food tied to her bookbag, Iris stood and headed for Meg's house.

>>> To Meg's House >>>
Hotwire
player, 458 posts
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Sat 10 Aug 2013
at 04:08
  • msg #414

Re: Legacy's new digs

"Nah, I don't need anything.  Ate before I came here, so I'm good."

Closing the window after Iris, he heads on over for the Kattakara Estate.
Justice
GM, 1169 posts
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Sat 4 May 2019
at 20:23
  • msg #415

The  Weston Superhero Museum

The former headquarterss of the Legacy. It has been converted into a museum on the history of superheroes, primarily Weston natives. There are exhibits on the Legacy, The Secret Defenders, the New Age Defenders and their viains.
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Dragon Fist
moderator, 2291 posts
Mystic Martial Artist
Fri 27 Sep 2019
at 01:46
  • msg #416

The  Weston Superhero Museum

>>>>>After Timeskip>>>>>>>>>>

Lucas seemed to be feeling somewhat better after the visit from his old friend, Donald Derring. The loss was still on his mind, but it was softened by his surrogate niece and nephew, Don Jr. and Diantha.

After paying the entrance fee, he walked into the Weston Superhero Museum. All of the various memorabilia of the original Legacy was laid out prominently. Every piece, every display, held countless memories. The statues of each of the original members were shown in great prominence.

Peregrine. Dragon Fist. Hotwire. Hunter. Mirage. Lady Psyche.

So much had been accomplished. The city of Weston and the world saved many times over. And yet...there was so much loss. Peregrine and Mirage....fallen in battle. Hotwire moving on to being a respectable instructor. Hunter now venturing into the world of politics.

And what had Lucas done with his life? Made a lasting impression upon the martial arts community. But for what? Even that great accomplishment seemed hollow to him as he continued to traverse throughout the museum.

Sighing, he put his hands in his pockets as he looked up at the statues of Peregrine and Mirage.

"It's been a while, I know," he said, looking in the direction of the statues. "I....I've done some things that I haven't been proud of. And I know that you wouldn't advocate them either. In being blind to my rage, I became the thing that I hated the most. The thing that I swore that I would never become. For that, I am sorry. Sorry I gave in to the weakness of rage. I hope that, wherever you are, that you please try to find some way to forgive me."
Justice
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Sat 28 Sep 2019
at 06:53
  • msg #417

The  Weston Superhero Museum

The display Dragon Fist stood in front of depicted the six founders, standing together as if prepared for battle in their original costumes. Peregrine and Dragon Fist were towards the front, Peregrine poised as if about to take the air, dressed in dark blue motorcycle leathers and black leather jacket with a fabric mask and scarf covering the lower half of her face, the ends of the scarf behind her shoulders as though she were in motion already. Dragon Fist stood with one hand glowing back held ready to strike, his gliding wings unfurled behind him, dressed in his original armor before he unlocked greater power in a battle with the Champion of Darkness. Mirage was slightly back and to the left in her silky long red dress, coat and hat, the only member of The Legacy to never change their look, she held one of her psionic swords as she struck a pose that showed off her figure, exposing one shapely leg and a pouty look on her face. Hunter was dressed in urban camouflage with face mask, short swords crossed behind his back, quiver at his waist and bow in hand as he nocked three arrows at once. Enigma and Hotwire stood in the back Enigma in his wizard's robes flowing about him, a spell book in one hand as the other glowed with energy, Hotwire in cargo pants and a Decepticon t-shirt, crouched down with one hand touching the ground electricity extending from his fingertips.

The Legacy first appeared doing battle with a fire generator parahuman known as Flamethrower. The six founding members simply happened to report to the same scene, but once the villain was defeated they learned he worked for a powerful psychic named Brain. Brain was the first major threat The Legacy faced and one of their deadliest enemies.

In The Legacy's initial appearances their costumes were very simple and utilitarian made from easily available materials. Once the team connected with the MachineSmith he and Hotwire were able to provide suits made of a special lightweight and armored material that closer resembles what we would expect of superheroes.

This information was written on the plaque in front of the display, but it was information Lucas already knew, he had lived it.
Dragon Fist
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Sat 28 Sep 2019
at 15:24
  • msg #418

The  Weston Superhero Museum

Lucas looked at the plaque below the statue display. Everything it read, it brought back memories in a great flood. The experiences helped mold him into the hero that he was today, other experiences steered him towards a darker path.

Several museum goers walked by him, marveling at the authenticate nature of the heroes' likenesses. Lucas smirked, as if he was in on some sort of inside cosmic joke.

"I wonder what he's really like?" one of the patrons said. "His life must be amazing, to have the adoration of millions.." another one said.

Lucas shook his head as the patrons walked off, then looked back at the display again. "If you only knew the price of being a hero. Would you be so eager then?" he asked, seemingly to himself.

His thoughts turned back to that fateful night. The night that changed his life forever. The night that he lost his heart, but gained a new purpose. The hero now stood at a crossroads, inspired by his long time friend Donald Derring to be better than what he was.

It was a lofty aspiration. And a challenge.

"Let's see what else this place has," Lucas said, melting into the crowd of museum goers as he continued to explore the rest of the museum.
Kevin Jordan
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Sun 29 Sep 2019
at 00:38
  • msg #419

The  Weston Superhero Museum

He was wanting to interview the families of the deceased but ultimately he felt doing that would just add more stress to people that may not know anything.  Still he had installed a few micro cameras in the area, just to keep tabs on some of them incase his instincts were wrong.

Since coming here, he had felt some of them were off.  Maybe it was just how different this place felt from Gotham City.  After weeks of being away from there, it was almost like a fog had lifted that he didn't know was even there.

Micro cameras were also installed near the location for Lady Psyche's magical informant.  he figured paying a visit there in costume during the day would not be very fruitful.  A place like that just seemed to be more active at night.

So taking a day off from his Uber Job, here he was.  He trusted them, but still it was time to do a little research on this world, get a little caught up in the Hero realm.  The statues of the founders of the Legacy are looked at.  The style of their costumes were not lost on him.  Availability of materials over function and equipment.  Though most of these were not active, still looking to the two fallen members depicted there, he felt a little pang.  A fallen hero was difficult to look at whether you knew them or not.

Quickly though, his steps would lead him to the more recent group, the New Age Defenders.  He had met Fluidity and Excel of course.  Still the others, better to start looking at the more recent history.
Dragon Fist
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Sun 29 Sep 2019
at 03:52
  • msg #420

The  Weston Superhero Museum

Lucas briefly glanced at the newcomer who looked at the Legacy's display. He was most likely some sort of tourist, no doubt drawn into the "Superhero Capitol of the World." He seemed to be a simple admirer, or maybe there was more to him than just mere admiration. At first glance, he seemed unassuming enough.

And in an instant, he was elsewhere. Melted into the crowd of museum goers.

"You're getting paranoid, Lucas," he thought to himself with a chuckle. He then noticed a sign which pointed out the New Age Defenders exhibit, and he was curious what accolades the young heroes had received.

Ozzie Gysbourne seemed to have done well for himself as of yet.. Lucas was a small part of that, but he was glad for the young man.

Putting his hands in his pockets, he then made his way to the New Defenders exhibit.
Justice
GM, 1211 posts
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Wed 2 Oct 2019
at 05:59
  • msg #421

The  Weston Superhero Museum

Both men make their way through the rest of the Legacy exhibit, passing statues and paraphanelia of the individual heroes, speaking of each in greater detail. The exhibits also portrayed major battles and moments in The Legacy's history. The Conflict with Brain, including the Death of Paragon and the liberation of Excel. The conflicts with the Bertelli mob, both with Antonio and Michael. The Demon invasion along with the death of Peregrine and the defeat of Ahriman. The Death of Mirage at the hands of The Traveler. Lucas could feel the memories flooding in as he viewed his own history from an outsiders perspective. Some exhibits brought strong feelings of pride and accomplishment and others were painful to look at. In addition to recreations there were a variety of 'artifacts', gear donated by both Hotwire and Hunter as well as pieces scavenged and sold to the museum which included Peregrine's scorched mask. Lucas remembers she wasn't wearing it when he cradled her body to his, but couldn't recall whether he had taken it off or it had been knocked off during the battle.

Don's advice that Lucas needed to "Remember who he really was' probably wasn't meant this literally, but it was a way to spend a quiet afternoon. The two, unknowingly on the same path, make their way towards the New Age Defenders exhibit.

Much Like the Legacy exhibit the entrance contained statues of the founding members of the team poised for battle against "New Paragon" (Lucas being one of the few people who knew that the 'New' Paragon was merely the old one in a new body).  Painter stood at the forefront, encased in the first version of his 'paint armor', he had one arm extended a sphere of the magical paint that was his namesake in his hand. Directly behind Painter on either side were Excelsior and Erinyes. Erinyes was dressed in a simple black and green bodysuit her electricity dancing around her eyes and fingertips as she had both hands extended to her sides.  Excelsior wore his red and gold suit he was positioned as if he was preparing to take to the skies, one fist in the air while his cape fluttered behind him. Rainbow girl was wearing a rainbow colored unitard positoned as if about to run, some kind of gadget in her hand. Icepick stood in what looked like a ninja outfit in dark blues and blacks, a sword of ice in his hand. Paragon stood menacingly before the heroes, the mask on his blue and gold suit  torn on the left side of his face as he hefted a car to throw at the heroes.
Plaque
Thu 3 Oct 2019
at 06:19
  • msg #422

The  Weston Superhero Museum

The New Age Defenders were first seen defending the city of Manhattan from the second being using the name Paragon and using similar powers. Paragon suddenly appeared out of nowhere and began attacking at random, he was soon met by Manhattans Defenders Druid and the Leather Avenger (Not pictured) and immediately engaged them, goading them throughout. He quickly overpowered them and was reported to have shouted to have shouted "C'mon, bring me a challenge!" before Druid disappeared. The Leather Avenger tried to hold Paragon back but the differences in their power were obvious.

Druid reappeared moments later alongside the New Age Defenders. Combining their might the team managed to drive Paragon back retreating from the combined assault.


It is worth noting this is the only known incident of Paragon attacking at random and not part of some greater scheme.
This message was last edited by the GM at 06:21, Thu 03 Oct 2019.
Dragon Fist
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Fri 4 Oct 2019
at 23:45
  • msg #423

The  Weston Superhero Museum

Lucas looked at the Defenders exhibit, and had a new sense of what the young heroes faced in their first battle together. He had been told what had happened by Ozzy, but this was the first time that he was able to have a visible representation of that defining moment.

Paragon had always been a pawn in some fashion, whether it be serving Brain or someone else, but this was the first time he had acted randomly, and not part of some intricate plan masterminded by someone else.

Things had changed between student and mentor, but Ozzy always had a good head on his shoulders, and that insight had served him well, even now. So did the rest of the Defenders. Now there were new heroes that were coming out of the woodwork, and Lucas could not help but wonder: would they follow in the steps that the New Age Defenders had blazed before them?

"Amazing how things have changed," Lucas said, seemingly to himself as he continued to contemplate the assembly of the young heroes in battle. "You all have grown in your lives, and you deserve these accolades."
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