Seduction of the Innocent

In a culture involved in mirroring a fantasy world and trying to make it's best elements a reality, problems that already exist in that fantasy world will become their reality.

The RLSH had a small panel for Mega Con in Orlando as they did in 2009. To add an unexpected element this year a villain and or opposing view point was added to the panel. During this panel a young girl and her mother attended.

The result of this visit had some unexpected side effects for all involved. The young girl made a connection but not with any of the Heroes... but with the Villain. This can be looked at through various angles. Our villain for this venue was dressed in a somewhat comedic costume, spoke in a funny voice, and carried a plush toy in his satchel. I would imagine children would respond more with him then sweaty middle aged adults.

This young lady and mother called up a blog talk radio program. Nothing of real note here as nine year old children should want to play superhero in their back yard under parental supervision. After this program ended it was suggested to start a "Kid Friendly" blog talk radio program that is suitable for younger listeners.

Children are not stupid and most are more tech savvy then their parents and guardians. What happens when they start befriending RLSH members on Myspace and start reading about the exploits of their heroes? What will they believe this is fantasy or reality? When they find RLSH.net and read about heroes preaching violence, and tolerance in the same message thread? If half of the RLSH cannot agree with one another what message will the "Kid Heroes" take home from this?

A Super Hero is an ideal and standard no one in this movement will ever be able to live up to. That is why comic books are fiction, because the standards by which the characters live by are so incredibly high they are impossible to replicate in real life.

You are entering a very dangerous arena by encouraging children to take part in your game.

Spotting A Hidden Handgun

RLSH Spotlight: Citizen Prime

What awesome timing for another high profile RLSH to retire. Yes folks the guy with the $4000.00 costume has hung up his battle armor.

He has made the wise choice to start being a better parent and dedicate his time to his family.

And with his departure Citizen Prime leaves us with this fascinating tidbit from his farewell message:


"Truthfully the Real Life Super Heroes movement and I have always been somewhat at odds. My message has been one of hope and peace through positive action. The darker elements of the movement always threaten to engulf the social enlightenment I, and others, advocate and it eventually kept me at arm's length from the majority of the RLSH. While I always found this regrettable, I also found it enviable, and it made me wonder if Citizen Prime's presence was contrary to the very message I evangelized."

Bravo good sir, I wish you the best on your retirement!

If anyone knows if he is having a garage sale please let me know.

Score Card

For all those following along at home:

RLSH; A group of various costumed people wanting to do good, but really could find better ways to do it. They mostly do not call themselves "Heroes" but that is their label. Heroes vary from their own personal approach on problems they view in society. Problems in the "movement", no control on who can and cannot call them self "A Real Life Super Hero". Disagreement on methods used when in the "uniform/costume" and various "crime fighting" techniques. Problems distinguishing who is real and who is pretending. Small groups pitted against one another as no one will ever trust authority.

RLSV; a group of various costumed people wanting to do good, but really could find better ways to do it. They mostly do not call themselves "Villains" but that is their label. The RLSV does not exist in real life but only in an online persona to challenge the heroes beliefs. Problems in the "movement", no control on who can and cannot call them self "A Real Life Super Villain". Disagreement on methods used on how to expose "Heroes". Problems distinguishing who is real and who is pretending. A small group that somewhat agrees on a few basic points.

A brief listing of some of the players:

Apocalypse Meow: Host of Meow and Friends Blog Talk Radio Show. Is an interesting lady but too critical on some points of view.

Agent Beryllium: Smart Gal with a strong head on her shoulders and makes valid points. Talks like a valley girl. Is a member of Roach

Black Sun: Nihilist. Is a member of Roach.

Calamity: Good stuff all around, Can explain the hero logic better than a hero. Is a member of Roach.

Captain Australia: He is Australian.

Captain Black: Is doing it right and has been for years. Why he wants to associate with the RLSH is beyond me.

Crimson Nematode: Some points are made, reminds me of a character from cartoon show. Is a member of Roach.

Executrix: Host of Creature Feature Blog Talk Radio Show. Is a "heroes villain" has claimed a title of villian but will never talk against anyone in the RLSH. A member of Roach.

Grodd: *See Vandalor

Harbinger: Smart gal with her eye on the prize.

KICK_ASS: A movie coming out.

Krampus: Wants to be in radio and hopes this is his big chance to make it big. Narcs on people that could deplete his listening base. Talks out against Roach but is co-host on Creature Feature a Blog Talk Radio program hosted by Executrix who is a member of Roach.

Lord Malignance: Best Villain of them all. Gimmick with Style. Sometimes overly cartoonish but still makes a point.

Malvado SV: Villain with some problems but common sense that sees the bad elements. Hosts a show on blog talk radio.

Master Legend: Take off the mask, and go public Spider-Man style. We all know who you are. Make all the problems go away, you can still dress up and use the name.

Mr. Jingles: Minion of Krampus. Will defend all RLSH members no matter what the circumstance is. Dedicated follower to the cause.

Poop Knife: His email address has Nazi in it.

Potentate: Roach leader, sells T-shirts and works at i09.

Superhero: Could be the best and possibly the leader of the entire movement. Why the gun?

Tea Krulos: He is writing a book.

The Eye: The Eye sees all!

The Scarlett Fool: Makes some points. Is a member of Roach

Tiny Terror: Is gone.

Tothian: I have no freaking clue.

Vandalor: *See Malvado SV

Virus: Another newcomer to the game, good logic, too much written profanity for my taste.

White Skull: former number two man at Roach. Had some problems with his first approach. Was reformatted and has returned.

Z : Taking back the streets. Like Batman only mortal and broke.

Zetaman: Good guy, raises money for charity. Runs RLSH.net and bans people needlessly without trying to work things out.

Edit 03/27/10

Heroes with Guns

One of the first points made here against the RLSH movement was about the Gun.


People out in the night with a firearm looking for problems to solve is a vigilante. Many a hero, villain, and supporter stood up and said that is not what the movement was about. I was misinformed, incorrect, and wrong. I was told anyone who carried a firearm would be dealt with and not considered a RLSH.


So please inform me! Superhero carries a firearm. He has said so, this is a fact. Please tell me how this act is justified?

In his own words he claims to need this for self defense against the 00.1% of people who have made threats against his life or those of Team Justice. Why have people made threats against them? I can only speculate that certain people in society do not feel like they need self proclaimed protectors. I also wonder what happens after 10% of the populous stands against the RLSH? If you use fire arms for 00.1% what next, full automatic machine guns? Grenades? Flame throwers?

A Firearm is a tool of man, the same as a flash light, a microwave oven, or a wrench. Will you stumble around in the dark if you have a flash light? Will you boil water over an open fire if you have a microwave oven? Will you use your hands to undue a bolt if you have a wrench? And will you restrain someone who is dangerous or shoot them instead?

As the Kick-Ass movie states... they don't have powers.... and they don't care.

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Those who do not learn from history.....

For those that do not keep up with current or past events in the RLSH community we are about to replay actions from the past and present.

The Red Diamond was one of Master Legends side kicks who died in prison from wounds he received while battling drug dealers with ML. He was replaced by The Ace who was just a shill for the Rolling Stone article. The Ace was replaced by Ace Diamond who was recently attacked by drug dealers.


Do we see a trend here? Now we have no facts here except for the ones Master Legend has provided for us in his online postings. Ace of Diamond was not attacked in costume (that we know) but at his home defending his family... one of them who brought this criminal element into his home.

Now Master Legend is out for another quest for justice to track down the people responsible for attacking his newest side kick. What will this result be? Will there be another hero death when Ace Diamond heals up (he was curb stomped and thrown threw a window) and joins ML again out on the street? Master Legend says the police will not return his phone calls, which is doubtful unless he is not leaving his name and or if he has wasted there time in the past.

How many people will die due to the actions of this man?

The Brooklyn Superhero Supply Company

Zap, Pow, Bang, could it be? Yes a legitimate non profit organization using the superhero gimmick correctly.

The Brooklyn Superhero Supply Company is located at 372 5th Ave. Brooklyn NY. 11215.

This looks to be a very fun and campy store. From cape testers, to fantasy products, all proceeds go into 826NYC.

Yes heroes do not get too excited as this store is a front. Behind a secret bookcase is where the real action takes place. 826NYC is a non profit group that helps inner city children ages 6-18 develop creative writing skills. They even have a functioning printing press to publish the stories the kids create. Very cool!

This gets my full rating and support of using the Superhero brand the correct way.

Blog Talk Radio: Ape Radio 03/03/10

On Wednesday the Ape among Apes The Mighty Guerrilla Grodd launched his first broadcast on Blog Talk Radio.

I had to run some field tests on the Beta Ray Transmitter so I was unable to call in until the last part of the show. Not to get side tracked but the Beta Ray Transmitter is most likely the best piece of equipment the boys in the lab have produced yet. This magnificent invention takes obsolete VHS tapes and turns them into more obsolete Beta Max tapes.

Otherwise I was only able to listen to the show live from around the 7-14 minute mark then call in blind with about 10 minutes left. I listened to the rest on Thursday and was mildly annoyed. Not so much at the program, but more so that I had to listen to it myself. It seems weekends for interns start on Thursday.

For a first show I think it went alright. Krampus and Agent B. were more then able to keep conversation flowing with lite and serious topics being discussed as the conversation progressed.
I was not sure what had been talked about after the first 14 minutes of the show so I just came in as "Wacky Morning Poop Knife".

I wish Grodd all the best on future broadcasts, and hope he is able to "evolve" his show....

KICK-ASS

I just can't wait, in 43 days and change the first big screen RLSH movie will make it's premier. What will this mean for the RLSH community? A big boost in membership? More criticism about their unorthodox actions? Absolutely nothing?

Looking back at movie trends, films based in reality have more of an impact then fantasy. Sure sure I know someone is going to point out the legions of fans that dress up like Storm Troopers, or Vulcan's. But until those people start building a space station or interstellar space craft they are in a separate category.

Take a look at the Dirty Harry films of the 1970's and 80's. After these films became popular the famous hand gun he carried the 44 magnum became one of the best selling fire arms of the period. In fact so much so the market is still flooded with unused models. After the release of every Disney movie with a dog featured people run out and purchase one of those sweet and funny animals. Then promptly after it is no longer a puppy and considered "cute" off to the pound it goes.

Kick-Ass is interesting as this is art imitating life which is imitating art.

Will this movie result in hundreds of new RLSH members taking to the street? Or will this be just a movie that will be forgotten in a year and sit in a dust covered box next to the Electra movie at the local video barn?