Thursday, January 24, 2008
Miscellaneous Monsters
When she had joined with them last spring she had never realized how powerful she would feel. For so long she had lived in the shadows, hidden by her family and of her own accord. Then one night a year ago she had been on one of her late night walks through the city. She avoided the daylight and as the town slept she could wonder the streets without fear of being seen. But on this particular night she stumbled across an amazing vision, at first she thought it was her eyes playing tricks but it was not. There in the light of a street lamp she saw a thug attack a woman and then before she could act from the darkness came this band of misfits who stopped the attacker and helped the victim. They hid their collective identity's behind masks and capes, but she could see that like her they were different. For the first time in her 16 years she knew she was not alone. There were others like her. Others who hid in the darkness, but used their strength for good. She had found not only comrades, but a calling. She followed them back to their hideout that night and begged them to let her join them. They finally relented and let her join the team. She still lived in the shadows of the night but now she had friends and respect and a grateful city. For alone she was just one monster but together they were superheros!
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8 comments:
What a delightful twist -- she followed them back to their hideout.
This reads like a synopsis for a much longer piece. It captures attention very well. I was captivated enough to want to see more -- I want to see the attack, I want to see the heroes, their lair, etc...
oh i loved it!!!! and it certainly gives one hope doesn't it???
It's interesting how perspectives can change. It's nice to know that there is a special place for everyone to be to feel like they belong.
A powerful piece and a great read. Terrific writing.
Nice piece. Yes, we find strength in the pack, as long as we follow their diktats. Yet, alone, we often become the monster for fear of not being in the pack.
Neat story! I wish I knew how to find the superheroes!
I always enjoy your writing!
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