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| − | The concept of the Wildstorm universe has similarities to the real world. It basically shares the same history as the real world except for many differences that set it apart from other universes such as the DC Universe. The existence of fictional cities such as Tranquility, and the stories being set in various countries are a good example. Sentient alien beings (such as Kherubim and Drahn) and even functioning interstellar societies are generally known to exist, and the arrival of alien spacecraft is not uncommon. Technologies which are only theoretical in the real world or are outright impossible according to modern science, such as faster-than-light travel and artificial intelligence, are functional and reproducible, though they are often portrayed as highly experimental and difficult to achieve. Immortal aliens such as the Kherubim have effectively effected Earth's history since ancient times that have led to creation of legends and myths about gods, demons and heavenly places based on their activities on Earth. However, the majority of stories in the Wildstorm universe are farther away from reality. One notable difference is the takeover of the United States Of America by the lethal superhuman team, the Authority. |
+ | The concept of the Wildstorm universe has similarities to the real world. It basically shares the same history as the real world except for many differences that set it apart from other universes such as the DC Universe. The existence of fictional cities such as Tranquility, and the stories being set in various countries are a good example. Sentient alien beings (such as Kherubim and Drahn) and even functioning interstellar societies are generally known to exist, and the arrival of alien spacecraft is not uncommon. Technologies which are only theoretical in the real world or are outright impossible according to modern science, such as faster-than-light travel and artificial intelligence, are functional and reproducible, though they are often portrayed as highly experimental and difficult to achieve. Immortal aliens such as the Kherubim have effectively effected Earth's history since ancient times that have led to creation of legends and myths about gods, demons and heavenly places based on their activities on Earth. However, the majority of stories in the Wildstorm universe are farther away from reality. One notable difference is the takeover of the United States Of America by the lethal superhuman team, the [[Authority]]. |
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Revision as of 21:41, 7 April 2008
History
Earth-50 exists in a parallel universe, and is one of the many newly created Earths of the Multiverse. On this alternate earth, metahumans have no inhibitions against removing human political leadership if they engage in initiatives that harm others.
Description
The concept of the Wildstorm universe has similarities to the real world. It basically shares the same history as the real world except for many differences that set it apart from other universes such as the DC Universe. The existence of fictional cities such as Tranquility, and the stories being set in various countries are a good example. Sentient alien beings (such as Kherubim and Drahn) and even functioning interstellar societies are generally known to exist, and the arrival of alien spacecraft is not uncommon. Technologies which are only theoretical in the real world or are outright impossible according to modern science, such as faster-than-light travel and artificial intelligence, are functional and reproducible, though they are often portrayed as highly experimental and difficult to achieve. Immortal aliens such as the Kherubim have effectively effected Earth's history since ancient times that have led to creation of legends and myths about gods, demons and heavenly places based on their activities on Earth. However, the majority of stories in the Wildstorm universe are farther away from reality. One notable difference is the takeover of the United States Of America by the lethal superhuman team, the Authority.
Metahumans
Many of the metahumans in the Wildstorm Universe owe their powers to being either born Gen-active, through alien-human heritage, or being transformed into 'seedlings' through exposure to the energy from a comet. Others owe their powers to magic, genetic manipulation (or mutation) or bionics (see below). A large power gap resides between Superheroes and civilians, making superhumans almost god-like. Still others owe their powers to not being human at all (see races, below).
There are three types of metahumans living in the Wildstorm Universe:
- Alien-human hybrids: Hybrids are the result of interbreeding between humans and aliens. The most common hybrid are Kherubim-human half-breeds who inherit the powers of the Kherubim race, but also manifest unique powers not found among the immortal alien race. Examples include Voodoo, Backlash, Crimson, and Warblade.
- Gen-Active humans: Gen-active humans are individuals who are either born exposed to the Gen-actve serum, or were born Gen-Active inherited from their parents. Exposed Gen-Actives usually manifest psychic powers that become stronger when a group is in close promixity. However, humans who are born Gen-active manifest a much larger range of superhuman powers such as Superhuman strength or pyrokinesis. Examples of Gen-active humans are Gen 13, DV8, and Team 7.
- Seedlings: Another type of metahuman are known as seedlings. They are people who are mutated during to a radiation of a special comet that passed close to Earth. Many who were exposed to this comet became superhuman and were known as "Comet Enhanciles" or "Seedlings". Examples include Battalion, Diva (Alessandra Fermi), Hellstrike, and Fuji.
Advanced technology
Aliens
Other dimensions
Residents
See Also
- Appearances of Wildstorm Universe
- Location Gallery: Wildstorm Universe
- Catalogued images related to Wildstorm Universe