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There is an expression, "hindsight is 20/20". It is human nature to look back at what they've done and think "if I only knew what I know now..."
Well, that's the crux of today's journal. If I knew Earth-27 was going to go on beyond the original scope I had in mind, would there be changes I'd have made in the beginning? Most definitely. I get this question a lot and I have given it some thought over the past three years so let's explore that idea, shall we? Please note that this journal will be small for the time being, I'm planning to continually add to it as time goes on. So if you think of an aspect of Earth-27 you'd be interested in seeing what I'd revisit if given the chance, comment below and maybe it'll become the next installment in this living journal.
What Does This Change?
So with the Watchmen introduced and their tales explored, we'd move on to the Super Friends. It's been about fifteen years since the world united together in a show of camaraderie to join forces against the perceived threat of Dr. Manhattan. Ultimately, that peace has begun to unravel and with that absence of peace, new heroes have begun to return. In Gotham, a Dark Knight has appeared. In Metropolis, there is a Man of Steel. In Gateway City, the new home of the United Nations, there is an Amazon princess. These heroes, along with Black Canary, Flash, and Green Arrow have formed a loose alliance, agreeing to come to each other's aid in dire times. And no time was ever so dire as when Brainiac appeared and ravaged the world. In the wake of this aftermath, the seven surviving heroes would join together to become the JLA. This time, with the original Hall of Justice being located in Metropolis itself.
Why Would I Do This?
So while that doesn't change much of the heroes' backstories, it does change the setting quite a bit. Manhattan is gone, as are London, Madrid, Berlin, Rio, Mexico City, Los Angeles, Chicago, Toronto, Moscow, Sydney, Lagos, Cape Town, Cairo, Tokyo, Hong Kong, and even Washington, DC. This would give me a firm detachment from the real world and allow me to develop a unique world.
Well, that's the crux of today's journal. If I knew Earth-27 was going to go on beyond the original scope I had in mind, would there be changes I'd have made in the beginning? Most definitely. I get this question a lot and I have given it some thought over the past three years so let's explore that idea, shall we? Please note that this journal will be small for the time being, I'm planning to continually add to it as time goes on. So if you think of an aspect of Earth-27 you'd be interested in seeing what I'd revisit if given the chance, comment below and maybe it'll become the next installment in this living journal.
The Biggest Retcon
So while I think starting off by building a base of characters in Gotham was beneficial to Earth-27, I think what I would have done instead was start off by creating the Watchmen. Yes, the Watchmen themselves. Nite-Owl, Rohrshach, Dr. Manhattan, Silk Spectre, Ozymandias, the Comedian, and so forth. In Earth-27 I'd change very little. They would still be the heroes of the 80's (though I'd move them from 1985 to 1989), and their tale would mostly result in the same way that it does in the movie (because I prefer the movie's ending versus the graphic novel's finale) except with even more devastation. The major cities of the world don't just suffer huge losses, most of the major cities are outright destroyed. So with Earth's major cities gone, this sets the stage for other cities to rise to prominence in the wake of this devastation: Gotham, Metropolis, Gateway City, Star City, Central City, et cetera.What Does This Change?
So with the Watchmen introduced and their tales explored, we'd move on to the Super Friends. It's been about fifteen years since the world united together in a show of camaraderie to join forces against the perceived threat of Dr. Manhattan. Ultimately, that peace has begun to unravel and with that absence of peace, new heroes have begun to return. In Gotham, a Dark Knight has appeared. In Metropolis, there is a Man of Steel. In Gateway City, the new home of the United Nations, there is an Amazon princess. These heroes, along with Black Canary, Flash, and Green Arrow have formed a loose alliance, agreeing to come to each other's aid in dire times. And no time was ever so dire as when Brainiac appeared and ravaged the world. In the wake of this aftermath, the seven surviving heroes would join together to become the JLA. This time, with the original Hall of Justice being located in Metropolis itself.
Why Would I Do This?
So while that doesn't change much of the heroes' backstories, it does change the setting quite a bit. Manhattan is gone, as are London, Madrid, Berlin, Rio, Mexico City, Los Angeles, Chicago, Toronto, Moscow, Sydney, Lagos, Cape Town, Cairo, Tokyo, Hong Kong, and even Washington, DC. This would give me a firm detachment from the real world and allow me to develop a unique world.
The Diary of Quill - The Milano
Oh man, let me tell you about the Milano. She's like that pair of jeans you've had forever - a bit beat up, but oh-so-comfy. This old gal's a Shi'ar Raptor-class transport, though you might not realize it at first glance as she's missing a bunch of her hull plating. Rocket's always tinkering around, and after a while, he just stopped bothering to put the plates back on. I don't mind. It gives her a unique look - like a hot rod with its engine showing. My baby's perfect for hauling around some light cargo or a few buddies. Technically, she only needs one person to fly her, but where's the fun in that? A good crew makes her come alive. I keep saying I'll find a top-notch crew one day, but between you and me, the bunch I got now is becoming less of a crew and more like my space family. Now, don't let her looks deceive you. The Milano might seem like she's on her last leg, but she's got it where it counts. Over the past two years, the raccoon and I have souped her up well. She
Neonomikon - Janus
Summary Though originally a member of a different pantheon, Janus earned his entry into the Halls of Olympus by aiding the Olympians with their transition to the lands of Rome. Janus continued to prove his worth as a cultural ambassador, helping not only the gods learn more about the Roman people but also helping the Roman people accept the foreign gods. During the Exodus, Janus again made him essential. Though he could hold his own in the war effort on the frontlines, his true measure was in assisting Hecate, Hephaestus, and others find ways for the Olympians to adapt to the cosmology of the new world - or make the world adapt to accept its new gods, if needed. Relationships Consorts Iris Clotho Lachesis Atropos Daphne Legacy Culsu (Deceased) Canens Aithex Olistene Tiberinus Fontus Biological Details Divinity Viridian God Source of Divinity Spawn Libido Amphiphile Eye Color Green Hair Color Green Height 6 pes 1 uncia Weight 195 Libras Divine Lore Reign of the Titans -
Dinkley Files - The Lands of Jord
The reality we know is not the only one there is. Around us there is a multiverse of twenty-six other, subsidiary realities connected to us through a cosmic nervous system that the Norse Gods referred to as the Yggdrasil, or "World Tree." Today, the Dinkley Files takes the plunge into the worlds beyond our own as we enter the fantastical realm of the tenth subsidiary reality, home of the Lands of Jörd! Elves, the First People of Jörd If you aren't familiar with the elves and don't have time to go read the in-depth dive we did on them, no worries, I got you covered! Elves have a rich and complex history. They originated from the Void, born from the mingling of fae and daimon, from which the elves eventually evolved as a distinct race. The elves' existence in the Void was marked by political marginalization, lacking representation in the Seelie or Unseelie Courts and among the pantheons of the daimons. This led to the Great Migration, where the elves departed the Void for a new world,
Dinkley Files - Elves
Elves, with their natural grace and ancient lineage, have long been a staple of fantasy lore. But as I've uncovered in my supernatural investigations, these beings are not mere figments of imagination but real entities with a rich history and diverse culture. In this installment of "The Dinkley Files," we delve into the world of elves, exploring their origins, subspecies, and unique societal norms. Mundane World History The term 'elf' is deeply rooted in ancient linguistics, tracing back to the Old English 'ælf', Old Norse 'álfr', and German 'Alb'. These terms evolved over centuries, encapsulating the mystical and otherworldly nature of these beings. In various mythologies, 'elf' has been used to describe entities that are not entirely of this world, often possessing powers and attributes that set them apart from mundane creatures. In Norse and Germanic mythology, elves were often seen as semi-divine beings, sometimes associated with fertility and the natural world. They were
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i know that you would want to add the watchmen in the way that you described above, but even though you cant are you still going to add them in some other way.