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Archive for March, 1980

The Dreamer

Posted by admin On March - 15 - 1980

Location: Seattle, Washington

Category: Public Service/Good Samaritan

Identity: Secret

Status: Active

The Dreamer was a costumed activist located in Seattle, Washington. The Dreamer teamed up with The Black Knight and Neurocybe’X on different occasions as well as the Alternates.

REAL LIFE ACTIVITIES

TOOLS OF THE TRADE

  • First-Aid Kit

CONTACT INFO

Dreamer@reallifesuperheroes.org

The Black Knight

Posted by admin On March - 13 - 1980

Location: Seattle and Tacoma, Washington

Category: Detective/Good Samaritan

Identity: Semi-Known

Status: Retired

One of the most controversial RLSH, the Black Knight was active for 3 years. He retired in July 2009 after the disbanding of the northwest team, the Alternates.

REAL LIFE ACTIVITIES

“I am a RLSH operating in the Seattle metro area, who seeks to help the homeless, organize and participate in charity events, and fight crime whenever possible. I have taken an active hand in missing persons investigations, and perform safety patrols.”

HISTORY

TOOLS OF THE TRADE

  • Binoculars
  • Digital camera
  • Possesses several close-range and short-range nonlethal, but legal, weapons
  • Seasonal emergency supplies (i.e., hand warmers for the winter, water for summer)

CONTACT INFO

The Black Ghost

Posted by admin On March - 13 - 1980

Location: Marrero, Louisiana

Category: Public Service

Identity: Known

Status: Retired

Will Warner, a national certified counselor and American Counseling Association member, is the creator and star of the live action television show, the Black Ghost. The Black Ghost, which airs weekly on public access television in New Orleans. The program centers on the character of Jake Stone, a psychology professor who finds an ancient medallion that gives him superhuman powers and the ability to stop crime.

REAL LIFE ACTIVITIES

Mr. Warner uses the Black Ghost persona to teach and inspire the children in the New Orleans area. In his spare time, he dons the black mask and cape at I.C.E. Studios where he and his production team work to capture the attention and imagination of inner city and underprivileged youth.

The Black Ghost, Wil Warner, has also been deputized by the New Orleans chapter of the Guardian Angels. He is also the official superhero of New Orleans.

TOOLS OF THE TRADE

CONTACT INFO

Terrifica

Posted by admin On March - 12 - 1980
Location: Brooklyn Heights, New YorkCategory: Social Activist

Identity: Semi-Known

Status: Retired

Terrifica patrols New York City’s bars, clubs, and streets by night looking for women who have had a little too much to drink and are in danger of being taken advantage of by men.

“Do not be meek enough to believe the myths society has imposed on us to basically control you.”

REAL LIFE ACTIVITIES

TOOLS OF THE TRADE

  • Camera
  • Cellphone
  • Pepper Spray

CONTACT INFO

Superbarrio

Posted by admin On March - 12 - 1980

Location: Mexico City, Mexico

Category: Social Activist

Identity: Semi-Known

Status: Retired

A high school dropout with a humble upbringing, Superbarrio has become one of Mexico City’s greatest folk heroes. For the past 10 years, he has stood as the champion of the working class, the poor and the homeless.

His true identity remains a mystery, masked behind his quirky outfit. By day, he’s a street vendor, but at any time he can squeeze into the flashy tights to fend off evil. Little else is known about the masked man, fitting of a true superhero.

REAL LIFE ACTIVITIES

His role is primarily symbolic as the protector of low-income neighborhoods. But on behalf of squatters and labor unions, Superbarrio leads protest rallies, files petitions and challenges court decisions. Rumors also have circulated that he attempted to run for the president of the United States to better protect Mexican workers.

He says his mission is simply to protect the right of ordinary people. His followers find him inspirational and have erected a statue in his honor.

Superbarrio, meanwhile, continues to stroll the streets of Mexico City seeking to uphold justice and defend the weak.

TOOLS OF THE TRADE

CONTACT INFO

Red Arrow

Posted by admin On March - 11 - 1980

Location: Hong Kong (In school in England)

Category: Public Service/Humanitarian

Identity: Unknown

Status: Inactive/Presumed Retired

“I am Red Arrow, a real-life superhero in Hong Kong. I try to bring happiness to people and become the salt and light of the world.”

REAL LIFE ACTIVITIES

TOOLS OF THE TRADE

CONTACT INFO

MySpace:http://www.myspace.com/redrrow
YouTube:http://www.youtube.com/redarrow01

Ragensi

Posted by admin On March - 10 - 1980

Location: Huntington Beach, California

Category: Crime Figher

Identity: Secret

Status: Retired

REAL LIFE ACTIVITIES

Ragensi was a paranormal investigator located in Huntington Beach, California. He also actively fought crime and conducted investigations both criminal and paranormal since 1998. Currently Ragensi is traveling different parts of the world.

TOOLS OF THE TRADE

  • Detective Kit
  • Retractable Baton
  • Various of multi tools
  • World War II Flash Launcher

CONTACT INFO

MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/Ragensi

Radiance

Posted by admin On March - 9 - 1980

Location: New Bedford, Massachusetts

Category: Social Activist

Identity: Secret

Status: Retired

“I’m your average 24 year old looking to save the world from itself. There are plenty of things wrong with the world today. There is an endless amount of beauty in here, also. Beauty is an idea that can be seen in other ideas – such as good will, love, positivity and compassion. These are the things that make all cultures feel connected under one big human umbrella. My goal is to embody those traits and radiate them to those around me. The more people who are making decisions with love and good will as guidelines, the more vigor and force we will have to make positive changes in this world.”

REAL LIFE ACTIVITIES

Crime Watch Patrol, Helping the Homeless, Neighborhood Clean-ups, Inspirational School Visits, Various Fundraisers, Peaceful Public Demonstration and Inspirational Events

TOOLS OF THE TRADE

CONTACT INFO

MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/radiance_rocks

Portman

Posted by admin On March - 8 - 1980

Location: Beaverton and Portland

Category: Public Service/Crime Fighter

Identity: Semi-Secret

Status: Semi-Retired

Portman assisted others on the ground level by helping with basic needs, supplies, and in some cases, financially. Portman has also patrolled to stop crime where he found it.

REAL LIFE ACTIVITIES

For the past 20 years, Portman has helped out in Hillsboro schools with supplies for kids. He has gathered donations for various local charities during movie premieres. He also supports holiday drives through scouting and boxing.

Portman assisted the Sherriff’s Department in identifying suspicious individuals that were found to be wanted for a string of convenience store robberies. They were arrested in the Rock Creek area a few years ago. He has also assisted in a few vehicle accidents, and one recently in the Orenco neighborhood area. Portman kept an individual under 18 years old from leaving the scene where two vehicles were hit. Portman recorded all information, alerted police, and made sure all information was exchanged between parties. The person was cited for driving without a license, lack of insurance, and operating a vehicle that he did not own. Portman also used his experience to stop shoplifters from several retail stores.

TOOLS OF THE TRADE

  • Portman preferred to use rational thought before using his fighting skills (boxing) when stopping criminals.

CONTACT INFO

MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/lazyeyecomics

Kismet

Posted by admin On March - 6 - 1980

Location: Northern Massachusetts

Category: Public Service/Social Activist

Identity: Secret

Status: Retired

Born out of an extreme need to do good, and hippie parents, I focus my altruism on children and the environment. I want everyone to know that they can be awesome, and there are lots of ways to do so.

REAL LIFE ACTIVITIES

Cleaning Litter
Teaching Kids awesome things
Helping the Homeless
Participating the charitable events

TOOLS OF THE TRADE

  • Change
  • Hand Sanitizer
  • Trash bags
  • Snacks

CONTACT INFO

MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/ms_kismet

Green Sage

Posted by admin On March - 5 - 1980

Location: New Bedford, Massachusetts

Category: Public Service

Identity: Secret

Status: Retired

Green Sage is a enviromental biologist/ high school professor. He endeavors to educate people on the importance of green living, picks up litter, grows food for the homeless and is an avid guerilla gardener.

REAL LIFE ACTIVITIES

TOOLS OF THE TRADE

  • Magnifying Googles
  • Seed Vials
  • Soil
  • Spade
  • Trash Bags

CONTACT INFO

Doktor DiscorD

Posted by admin On March - 4 - 1980

Location: Indianapolis, Indiana

Category: Crime Fighter

Identity: Unknown

Status: Retired

(Motto: The JUSTICE SOCIETY OF JUSTICE ™…offering twice the JUSTICE as the leading competitors!)

The Doktor Discord patrols the Indianapolis area.

“..We dont care about victimless crime like drug use or people buying prostitutes. the kind of CRIME we’re talking about is the kind that makes little old ladies afraid to leave their houses.”

REAL LIFE ACTIVITIES

TOOLS OF THE TRADE

CONTACT INFO

Tracy Hudson

Posted by admin On March - 2 - 1980

Location: Portland, Oregon

Category: Crime Figher/Public Service

Identity: Known

Status: Semi- Active

Tracy Hudson patrols along with Zetaman to ensure the streets are safe and free of certain crimes. His motivation was to seek to give back to the community as well as to build good Karma in his life.

REAL LIFE ACTIVITIES

Agent Null participated in different charities as well as donated resources to the homeless.

TOOLS OF THE TRADE

  • Hanbo Fighting Stick
  • Utility Belt with First Aid Kit

CONTACT INFO

Email: tracyhudson1974@gmail.com

The Human Fly

Posted by admin On March - 1 - 1980

Category: Stunt Driver

Identity: Known

Status: Retired

REAL LIFE ACTIVITIES

The Human Fly, a.k.a. Rick Rojatt, was a stunt driver during the late 70’s. The Canadian daredevil performed stunts at benefits to help children. Stunts included jumping over 36 school buses with a motorcycle and riding on top of a DC-8.

Marvel Comics created a comic line featuring the Human Fly during 1977 to 1978. According to the comic book. Rick Rojatt was badly injured in a car accident. His life was saved by reconstructive surgery. This back-story is unconfirmed as either fiction or non-fictional.

TOOLS OF THE TRADE

  • 1977 Harley Davidson XL-1000 Sportster

CONTACT INFO