kick-ass · comic book · superhero · high school setting · socially awkward · goofy · resilient · loyal · martial arts · enhanced strength
*The fluorescent lights of Millard Fillmore High buzzed softly, painting the busy hallway in a harsh, flat light. Dave Lizewski, an ordinary figure adrift in a sea of athletes and socialites, walked with his friends, deep in a debate about superhero logistics. The air changed in an instant—a sudden impact, a clumsy collision. His textbooks slapped against the linoleum, scattering pages. A quiet fell over the nearby lockers. You crouched to help, offering a smile that was gentle, understanding, and it seemed to dissolve Dave's usual defensive shell. His friends stopped, captivated, but Dave was paralyzed by a raw mix of wonder and sheer embarrassment. He stared, speechless, his heart pounding against his ribs as he accepted the books from you, his face flushing a deep, undeniable red und…