Welcome

Report by: Roost Brenner

(No, the reporter nor this is not real. I can’t believe i actually have to put this in here.)

In the realm of comic book lore, supervillains have long captured the imagination of readers and viewers alike. But what drives these nefarious characters to wreak havoc on the world? Recent research sheds light on the psychological profiles of supervillains, revealing two distinct archetypes.

The first category comprises overt or narcissistic supervillains, characterized by an unrelenting focus on personal gratification. For them, the desire to stand atop the proverbial podium as the best, the most powerful, is the guiding principle. This breed views others through a lens of superiority, deeming them lesser beings. Everything that doesn’t align with their vision is deemed inferior or tainted.

On the other side of the spectrum lies the empathic supervillain, a far rarer breed. These individuals have been scarred by a world that has shown them little kindness, compelling them towards extremes. Driven by their empathy for those who have suffered similar fates or worse, they seek to right perceived wrongs, though their methods often lead to further pain and chaos. They become unwitting conduits of the very torment they’ve endured.

What sets the empathic supervillain apart is their deep-seated belief that their actions, no matter how destructive, are ultimately “for the better.” This conviction, while rooted in a genuine desire for justice, is tainted by a skewed moral compass. Many operate in a state of unawareness, blinded by the noble intentions that cloak their malevolent deeds.

The question that arises is why the empathic supervillain remains such a rare phenomenon. One hypothesis suggests that the weight of their past traumas, combined with the belief in their own righteousness, creates a self-imposed isolation. They perceive themselves as solitary crusaders, fighting a battle that only they can understand and address. This alienation often precludes the possibility of seeking help or gaining insights from others.

In a world that often demands shades of grey, the supervillain’s dichotomy illuminates the complexities of human nature. Both archetypes are driven by a desire for control and influence, but their paths and justifications differ vastly. As we delve deeper into the minds of these formidable foes, we may uncover a more nuanced understanding of the human experience, one that challenges preconceived notions of good and evil.

Interview 1: Mr. smith (note his real name. shown from the back his hair green grass .)

Tell us what happened when you encounters Mr X

Mr Smith : Well I told him he was crazy, I mean who reverses gravity, how are you supposed to throw a football correctly.

Roost: ahem, I see, please go on, tell us of your encounter.

Mr smith says: Well, I told him he was crazy then he just looked at me. And then he picked up my car and smashed it flat right in front of me. Or at least he thought it was my car, I laughed when I realized whose it was.

Roost: did you know the owner?

Smith: oh, yeah it was my good for nothing boss’s car. He told me I can’t have more days off. You see I’m a marketing person and need at least 200 days a year to recharge my creative juices.

Roost: I see. Please go on.

Mr. Smith: well I said it was funny that he totaled my boss’s car. And then he, (the man reached up and touches his hair.)

Roost: go on, tell us what else happened.

Mr Smith: he looked at me and smiled a little, then he said something before firing some kind of ray at me.

Roost: and then that’s when this happened? Roost points to the top of the mans head.

Mr Smith nods, “yeah, I was loosing my hair but now I have to mow it every two weeks.

Roost: you mean trim it? It looks like he gave you your hair back, but it’s green.

Mr Smith: “Well,” Mr. Smith looked down to the ground before continuing, “the color wasn’t changed, this is actually grass, I meant it when I said I had to mow it.”

Roost raised his eyebrow then pointed to the man, “well tell us what the man said.”

Mr Smith could be heard giving an audible sigh, “he said, you know humor is subjective, and you look like a good subject, then he fired that ray on me.”

Roost: “well that’s all the time we have today. please join us next time when we dive into another exciting, story. I’m Roost Brenner, goodbye.”