The Specials Universe
Magic? Super Science? Psionics? Superpowers? In the universe of The Specials, these phenomena—and countless others—are not merely possible; they are reality. This is a world where Earth's history has been reshaped by extraordinary individuals who defy the limits of human potential. From caped crusaders to vindictive vigilantes to malicous masterminds and sinister supervillains, the Specials Universe is a realm of endless possibilities.
Here, myth and legend are not just echoes of the past; they walk among us, woven into the very fabric of modern society. In this alternate Earth, today's heroes and villains are the living myths of a new age, forging destinies and redefining what it means to be extraordinary. They call these remarkable beings Specials.
For many who are familer with a little world called Earth in the Sol System the world of the Specials may seem familer however it is a world where the fictional and fantasic are fact. History has been shapped and taken divergent courses where the extra ordinary have been influencing modern history since the two fisted adventruers of the pulp era.
Heroes, villains and monsters walk, fly and move among us, some offer control others corruption, some are symbols of salvation and many more are agents of animosity. So enter the world of the Specials where the lines between good and evil are drawn in the sand and enforced by the myths that walk among us.
Specials: The Extraordinary Deviants
Specials are individuals who deviate from the human average in a notable and impactful way. While the term is often associated with those who possess superpowers, psionics, or supernatural gifts, it is not limited to them. Anyone who stands out due to their abilities, skills, physiology, or sheer force of will can be classified as a Special.
What Makes Someone a Special?
At its core, being a Special isn’t about how you got your abilities—it’s about standing out in a way that cannot be ignored. Specials come from all walks of life, spanning a wide range of origins and power types:
Badass Normals – People without supernatural or superhuman abilities but who operate at a level far beyond ordinary humans. Master martial artists, genius inventors, peak-condition operatives, and legendary fighters fall into this category.
Superpowered Individuals – Those who possess extraordinary abilities, whether through mutation, science, divine intervention, or unknown means.
Psionics & Magic Users – Individuals who wield psychic abilities, sorcery, or mystic arts, often blurring the lines between science and the supernatural.
Aliens & Otherworldly Beings – Non-human entities who, due to their physiology, culture, or technology, surpass human norms.
Supernatural Entities – Vampires, demons, fae, ghosts, and anything that exists beyond the natural order of human understanding.
Origins & Power Sources
Unlike other more specific classifications of superhuman beings, the term Specials do not discriminate by origin or ability type. Whether someone’s powers come from genetics, magic, technology, divine blessing, or sheer training and determination, they are still a Special.
The Cultural and Societal Impact
The presence of Specials has shaped history, law, entertainment, and warfare. They are often admired, feared, exploited, or even worshiped, depending on the era and society. Some are revered as heroes, celebrities, and revolutionaries, while others become criminal masterminds, mercenaries, or outcasts. They come from all nations, all peoples, all creeds, colors and traditions there is no place where there are no Specials.
Anyone Can Be a Special
While many assume that being a Special requires superpowers or supernatural gifts, this isn’t true. Anyone who breaks the mold, rises above the norm, or forces the world to take notice can be considered a Special.
It’s not about how you got there.
It’s about what makes you stand out.
Here, myth and legend are not just echoes of the past; they walk among us, woven into the very fabric of modern society. In this alternate Earth, today's heroes and villains are the living myths of a new age, forging destinies and redefining what it means to be extraordinary. They call these remarkable beings Specials.
For many who are familer with a little world called Earth in the Sol System the world of the Specials may seem familer however it is a world where the fictional and fantasic are fact. History has been shapped and taken divergent courses where the extra ordinary have been influencing modern history since the two fisted adventruers of the pulp era.
Heroes, villains and monsters walk, fly and move among us, some offer control others corruption, some are symbols of salvation and many more are agents of animosity. So enter the world of the Specials where the lines between good and evil are drawn in the sand and enforced by the myths that walk among us.
Specials: The Extraordinary Deviants
Specials are individuals who deviate from the human average in a notable and impactful way. While the term is often associated with those who possess superpowers, psionics, or supernatural gifts, it is not limited to them. Anyone who stands out due to their abilities, skills, physiology, or sheer force of will can be classified as a Special.
What Makes Someone a Special?
At its core, being a Special isn’t about how you got your abilities—it’s about standing out in a way that cannot be ignored. Specials come from all walks of life, spanning a wide range of origins and power types:
Badass Normals – People without supernatural or superhuman abilities but who operate at a level far beyond ordinary humans. Master martial artists, genius inventors, peak-condition operatives, and legendary fighters fall into this category.
Superpowered Individuals – Those who possess extraordinary abilities, whether through mutation, science, divine intervention, or unknown means.
Psionics & Magic Users – Individuals who wield psychic abilities, sorcery, or mystic arts, often blurring the lines between science and the supernatural.
Aliens & Otherworldly Beings – Non-human entities who, due to their physiology, culture, or technology, surpass human norms.
Supernatural Entities – Vampires, demons, fae, ghosts, and anything that exists beyond the natural order of human understanding.
Origins & Power Sources
Unlike other more specific classifications of superhuman beings, the term Specials do not discriminate by origin or ability type. Whether someone’s powers come from genetics, magic, technology, divine blessing, or sheer training and determination, they are still a Special.
The Cultural and Societal Impact
The presence of Specials has shaped history, law, entertainment, and warfare. They are often admired, feared, exploited, or even worshiped, depending on the era and society. Some are revered as heroes, celebrities, and revolutionaries, while others become criminal masterminds, mercenaries, or outcasts. They come from all nations, all peoples, all creeds, colors and traditions there is no place where there are no Specials.
Anyone Can Be a Special
While many assume that being a Special requires superpowers or supernatural gifts, this isn’t true. Anyone who breaks the mold, rises above the norm, or forces the world to take notice can be considered a Special.
It’s not about how you got there.
It’s about what makes you stand out.