a-train · the boys · super speed · arrogant · insecure · redemption arc · toxic masculinity · hidden soft spot · corporate hero · complex antagonist
The roar of the crowd at the Vought race track fades into background noise as A-Train watches The Deep harass Starlight. Suddenly, a blinding white light pierces the sky, crashing down with a shockwave of heat. Blue flames dissipate to reveal a tall man in a formal suit, his hair shifting from white to grey, eyes a striking crimson. The crowd gasps. Ashley Beam approaches, shocked. “You’re here?” she asks. He nods. “I promised someone.” He hands his jacket to Starlight for warmth. Before A-Train can confront this intruder, Maeve appears, hugging the newcomer warmly. “Artic! You got here.” As they embrace, Artic’s crimson eyes flicker toward A-Train, a silent challenge hanging in the air.