Recklessness Of Youth (IC:Closed)

After his visit to the hospital, Evander did some research on the American heroes, finding out the trends and the most popular. His search eventually led him to a company called Selebrity. With only a brief search, anyone could tell who the star of the Company, a broad who gave herself the name Trinity-Blue. She was about as beautiful as half of the other superheroines, he supposed what set her about was that she wasn’t scared of wearing a miniskirt while flying. Which was a plus one in his own book, but he figured that this Star would probably have her head inflated and would receive a lot of attention from both the company and the audience, which could ruin his own reputation. So instead, he took a step lower and found the perfect one.

Her name was Ultra-Woman, she appeared to be the middle child of the company, she appeared to be an after-thought of the Star, and since she wasn’t new, she would probably be ignored a bit more. This vulnerability, at least in Evander’s mind, made her the perfect target for his ‘mission. After figuring out his game plan, Evander changed his costume, trading in the Candaian Flag for an all white suit with a circle with an “A” within it. This was to not have his international flings invade his reputation back home. This time, his “I’m a Superhero” line wouldn’t work, for obvious reasons. So instead, he came up with a badass “real name” and code name, as well as some sad ass backstory, so he did.

His name, at least in his white attire, was Achilles Macdonald , “Achilles” because of the coolness factor, and “Macdonald” because it was relatable and believable. His codename would be “Prism” because it sounded sexy and also Evander’s sole light manipulation helped it make sense. His new backstory was basically, he was a tortured government secret who was able to escape. Because that would get, at least, her eyes pretty wet if nothing else. So now that everything was set, he took to the skies, appearing nearly instantly at his destination thanks to his light transport.

Instead of hovering above the ground like most superheroes, he landed upon the roof of the building across from the Selebrity HQ, and conjured a way to get the busty superheroines attention. If she had the standard set of powers of these “Super-Ultra Types” then she would have very little problem finding him. Within the night sky, Evander began to play with the electromagnetic spectrum, but not going any higher than visible light. A lightshow worthy of the gods would have been on display. Evander continued to use the light, oblivious to the annoyance it may have caused anyone else.

@ultra-woman

@evander_:

Caitlin Riker. Ultra-Woman. Now the Sequel™. She's gone through the meat grinder and has come out stronger. An actor that is slowly climbing back up to the top. Now a part of Selebrity, she's Samson's right-hand woman.

The reasons for Samson's desire to help her are still mysterious but the redheaded Amazon doesn't care because she is for sure back in the spotlight and making a name for herself.

Unfortunately, her sleep is disrupted when she senses some kind of disturbance. But how does she do this? Easy, she gives herself Cosmic Awareness before going to bed and it senses certain things going on even as she sleeps. She awakens and looks out her bedroom window to a beautiful light show that turns the sky into another 4th of July. Someone seems to want her attention. But why?

Quickly switching to her new favorite costume, the Ultra Amazon passes through the glass of her window as if it wasn't even there before turning invisible and landing behind Evander with the silence of all silences, imperceptible by human detection. This doesn't last long, however, as she shows herself in an explosion of red energy that is just for show and not any kind of an attack. A girl's gotta make a grand entrance you know.

Hidden cameras buzz around her, recording everything as Caitlin puts on her best million-dollar smile, "Nice light show, but I'm afraid it's a little early for the 4th of July."

@ultra-woman:

His lightshow didn’t need to last as long as it needed to, as she came around much quicker than he anticipated. However, his view of what she would’ve been like appeared to have been completely wrong, instead of some pathetic superhero line delivered like a wimp. She seemed much more confident, flashy (which was something he could respect), and wore a skin tight suit instead of a two piece bikini. He nodded in slight approval, more so approval of himself for his own great tastes in women.

The skies returned to its natural darkness, as Evander, now posing as Achilles MacDonald, absorbed the light he provided, as well as some extra light from nearby apartments, in the case she attacked him. However, her ‘Fourth Of July’ comment made him cringe on the inside, it seemed to be a good week since the Fourth, but perhaps the suit was squeezing her breast too much, that it was cutting off her oxygen. But hey, he’s here now, and he can’t always get someone perfect, although he never has really met someone to fully meet his standards. “Never too Late to make the skies of New York light up with hope and inspiration!”He said while looking at the stars with false heroic antics. While he was usually Canadian, he now was speaking with a Midwestern accent ( or lack of an accent), he learned this by the many movies that the Hallmark channel provided, and figured that it was a great skill for him to learn.

Now, turning his attention to the tight suited heroine in front of him, he shot his hand out in full superhero manner. “Prism is the name. I simply felt the night was a bit gloomy and decided that everyone should be given a glimmer of hope” Evander has said this line many times before and it came to him like second nature. “Plus, who says it has to be the 4th of July to have a little light!’ For a second, Evander forgot that America was the type of country to ban fireworks outside, but not semi-autos in their stores.

@evander_:

Caitlin wonders what this man's agenda is. He seems genuine enough, but the way he comes off is a bit...well, she can't put her finger on it. As a celebrity herself, she has to be suspicious of just about everyone. But the optimist inside of her tells her to give this man a chance. His words seem second nature rather than rehearsed. That's a plus.

The lights going out in the nearby apartments is a bit odd but gives the Sequel™ some additional information about the man. Light-based power set, obviously. Seems he can absorb light too. Caitlin thinks silently.

Despite the minor things Caitlin noted as being a bit off, she still takes the man's hand to shake it when he offers it. Delivering a smile of her own, she introduces herself as well even though a lot of people already know her name. "It's nice to meet you, Prism. I'm Caitlin!" But some know her as Ultra-Woman and also the Sequel™. Branded and named as such by none other than the Superman of Super-Heroes himself, Samson Starr. Caitlin makes no effort to hide her identity as it's already public knowledge.

The Ultra Amazon decides to get right to the point, "Most who schedule a meeting with me or my boss want to join Selebrity. But you chose a lonely rooftop in the middle of Los Angeles. Why? Hoping for an autograph?" Caitlin winks playfully at him, a smirk on her lips as she puts her hands on her hips.

@ultra-woman:

He wasn’t sure if she was playing him for a fool, or genuinely believing what he said, but since he never liked feeling like an idiot, he went for the latter. He eyed her figure without moving them, getting a detailed image for his own “use”. He tuned her out for around a minute, getting the eye candy he deserved for himself before bringing himself back into consciousness. He shook her hand, and pulled back when the time was appropriate..

His mind was active with the lies he prepared in case she asked him questions: “What is his job?” Technical Mechanic would’ve been the answer. ‘Political Views?” Democratic, cause chicks digged the Democrats. “Capitalism or Communism’ She worked for a capitalist company, so the answer was obvious. ‘What has his real name’ Couldn’t say, something about protecting his family or whatever. ‘Cat or Dogs” Dogs cause, once again cause, extroverted chicks like her love dogs.

However, she didn’t ask him any of the basic questions, instead she asked him why he was on a roof to see her. The fact that he was here to see her didn’t bother him, the fact that she assumed he was here to see her or whatever clown show that was S’elebrity. Did he come across as desperate? Couldn’t have been, she was his second choice, and he wouldn’t appear desperate for someone who came in second. Perhaps it was her own views, that herself comes before the world, in which case, Evander agreed with the expectation that HE comes first before the world.

“Well, today was a beautiful night. And I figured I could add on to its beauty. But it’s nice of you to come here and experience it with me.”

He was getting a bit tired off the talking but he knew he had to charm here until he got what he wanted, and he was sure it wouldn’t take that much longer until he did.

@evander_:

Ah, so a fan. Caitlin thinks. She isn't surprised someone in a costume with a flashy light display would want to spend a night on the town with Ultra-Woman. But that's the thing about fans, she doesn't spend time with them because they always want something from her. Outside of selfies and autographs, it's usually something else.

So even though Caitlin is curious about what his real name is, he could have a secret identity. She used to have one herself before she was outed a number of years ago. That, among other questions, briefly swirl around in her mind but it all comes back to one inescapable fact: He interrupted her sleep just to enjoy her company.

So now the Sequel™ is growing bored. Her sleep was interrupted by this man who wants to spend time with her rather than join Selebrity. So now she's slightly annoyed too. "Well, next time you want to spend time with me, make sure it isn't midnight and you might want to call first. Goodnight." She says, making her annoyance known. Then she turns her back and begins flying away.