United League of Parahumans
Posted: Sat Nov 19, 2016 12:22 pm
After a while, there were enough superheroes to warrant a united force. Based loosely on the United Nations (by a writer who doesn't understand politics in the slightest) the League allows for a united defense of parahuman rights.
(Parahuman: A term that refers to posthumans, aliens, androids, AI, cyborgs, mages, and anything sentient that exists alongside humans but isn't. After a few issues, trained humans who operate on a parahuman level are usually included.)
Unlike some other versions, the League ISN'T just for heroes. Any parahuman is allowed to use the League as a neutral ground and safe parlay space. At least one storyline has involved a supervillian using the League to clear his name by apprehending the real culprit. C.R.I.S.I.S. also maintains a presence and representative in the League. At least one invading alien species has sent a representative to the League to determine the suitability of Earth for conquering before committing a major force.
For those looking for more 'official' Hero and Villian groups, the League allows for groups to be formed which allow for a form of collective bargaining.
A minor issue, as the members of the League are NOT from independent countries, there is no implied diplomatic immunity. HOWEVER, due to a recent supreme court case: Destructo vs Manhatten, a precedent has been set that an inactive super may claim sanctuary at the League. (The key word there is inactive. If it is believed or can be shown the accused is actively manipulating, planning, or orchestrating a crime, then sanctuary does not apply.) Even traditional supervillians often respect the rules of sanctuary, and will act to apprehend those violating it.
The generally assembly is in NYC, near the UN building. And looks a bit like the DC hall of justice.
(Parahuman: A term that refers to posthumans, aliens, androids, AI, cyborgs, mages, and anything sentient that exists alongside humans but isn't. After a few issues, trained humans who operate on a parahuman level are usually included.)
Unlike some other versions, the League ISN'T just for heroes. Any parahuman is allowed to use the League as a neutral ground and safe parlay space. At least one storyline has involved a supervillian using the League to clear his name by apprehending the real culprit. C.R.I.S.I.S. also maintains a presence and representative in the League. At least one invading alien species has sent a representative to the League to determine the suitability of Earth for conquering before committing a major force.
For those looking for more 'official' Hero and Villian groups, the League allows for groups to be formed which allow for a form of collective bargaining.
A minor issue, as the members of the League are NOT from independent countries, there is no implied diplomatic immunity. HOWEVER, due to a recent supreme court case: Destructo vs Manhatten, a precedent has been set that an inactive super may claim sanctuary at the League. (The key word there is inactive. If it is believed or can be shown the accused is actively manipulating, planning, or orchestrating a crime, then sanctuary does not apply.) Even traditional supervillians often respect the rules of sanctuary, and will act to apprehend those violating it.
The generally assembly is in NYC, near the UN building. And looks a bit like the DC hall of justice.