Blue Demon

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Metropolis

Steve noded his head in Zatanna's direction, acknowledging Creel's condition. He then turned his full attention back to Superman. The man was something of an enigma. Steve knew most of what he knew about the man through old newspaper articles. There was always something missing though. Sure the articles covered Superman's presence and actions. But they left out motivations. Steve knew Superman was a good guy. He saved people and didn't expect to be paid for it. Or to even get the glory. From the videos it seemed Superman was just a nice guy.

However.

Steve watched Superman and Hawkeye verbally par. The later was obviously grumpy and slightly annoyed. Cap knew the type. Still he couldn't quire pin down Superman. If he was as good as he seemed to be, why was he so adverse to the League? Sure they were privately funded. That was something that rankled Steve. He didn't do this to be paid. But he did need money, and with Luthor he was no longer in poverty. And they didn't pick and choose who they helped based on economic status.

"We go where we're needed." Steve said to Superman's earlier statement about the brotherhood.

So why did Superman not join the League? Steve could understand the commitment. Batman was a reserve member because he had other priorities. Gotham was a full time job. Everyone understood that. But if there was a true emergency. Like a world threatening event, Batman would be there, no questions asked. Steve knew this. Which just made Superman even more of an enigma.

"The League hasn't retracted Luthor's offer. Since teamwork isn't what's keeping you away." Steve looked over pointedly at Hawkeye. Still, he made an effort to be friendly and not be judgmental. If Superman had his reasons not to join, Steve wasn't going to force him. Having an unwilling team member was possibly the worst thing to have on a team. It would bring disaster.

"But I'd never turn down a helping hand." Steve added with a bright smile. Though he hoped they'd be better prepared next time they did so. The next blunder might not be as easily taken care of. The wail of sirens from the containment team was growing louder to Steve's enhanced hearing. He looked over at Zatanna and she nodded. She'd take care of it. Since all Cap could do at this point was stand around and look pretty for the cameras.

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No! We must double it! Two hundred posts in the next two weeks! Go! :P

@Sep

I'll do my part if everyone else does theirs.

Working on my Cap post today (after I eat lunch). Hoping to get Ivy's done either today or tomorrow.

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Cap's up. And it's poo poo. Cap's sooooo OOC.

Take it; leave it. I don't care. I'm just done with it.

Also, still really struggling with Zatanna. I'm serious about pointers if anyone has any.

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Metropolis

Cap was thankful that they still made villain's dumb. Creel feel for the whole routine. Blasted the building, panicked and turned to concrete. Steve raised his shield, prepared to finish the fight only to watch a fist pop through the man's chest. Steve's eyes followed the arm to the 'S' crest. Mentally he closed his eyes and too a deep breath.

This just got complicated. He thought before he lowered his shield.

He vaguely listened to the new duo talk. He made sure to keep them both in his line of sight as he looked around for Zatanna, hoping for the best. But still prepared for the worse. The woman was further away than she was earlier and miraculously unharmed. Thanks to Superman Steve assumed. There was a short list of people who could move fast enough that even he couldn't see them. She gave him a small smile before making sure Creel would stay down. And until the authorities came and took him back to jail.

“I guess I should probably introduce myself, Captain. My name is Superman and my friend here goes by the name of Hawkeye. It’s a pleasure to finally meet you.”

Superman

Steve took the offered hand. "I could say the same. Word is you've done a lot of good around here. Thanks for the assist." Steve allowed himself a small smile as he released Superman's hand. Zatanna walked in closer, apparently satisfied that her spell would hold Creel.

"You always arrive just in the nick of time?" The Leaguer teased. "Or do you watch and wait for the most dramatic moment to arrive." She smirked broadly. "Though to be fair, we were handling it until Hawkguy arrived." She directed her best award winning stage smile towards Hawkeye.

Steve resisted the impulse to roll his eyes. While he wasn't happy with Hawkeye's incomplete grasp of the situation, Superman did make up for it. Still there was a certain decorum the league was expected to meet.

"Zatanna." Steve said her name in a warning tone before continuing on normally. People were crowing back around with camera phones again. And was that an actual reporter? They were like vultures. How they managed to arrive before the cops did, the world would never know. It was their super power. Or so quite a few people had suggested. "Is Creel doing okay?"

Zee waved her hand dismissively. "He'll be fine. Just might take him a while to find a substance that will allow him to more easily reconstitute himself. While he's concrete he wont be a problem thanks to Superman."

Steve nearly arched an eyebrow. Either Zatanna was jealous or embarrassed. Or even possibly entertaining a crush on her rescuer. Or any combination thereof.

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Well, slow day today.

@Vandy

I do believe I'm holding it up. Applications, Applications, Applications. Weeeee.

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Wow. You guys moved this OOC fast while I was sleeping/at work. (Not a once... though that would be nice)

But apparently I will never be caught up. I'll be working on my next Cap post. (Again) At least the fight is over. Even though Morden stole my hurrah. *Shakes fist*

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@Morden ManCap's up. No more complaining.

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I'd be interested in how that interaction would go.

@Bounce

I think you used the right word. Interesting.

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Metropolis

There were days that Steve just never wanted to get out of bed. This was beginning to turn into one of those. It all started when he had been thrown off his feet. Added to that now was a guy dressed in purple. Well, purple and blue. And what at first appeared to be a skirt*. Which thankfully turned out to be a tunic. Steve knew the future was progressive. But a guy in tights and skirt was pushing it for Steve.

Anyways, this crazy guy comes flying by on what appears to be a zip line. He probably has a death wish. But he sails within a few feet of Carl. Coming between him and Zatanna. The magician's eyes widen and her chanting falters. The insane interloper fired a literal arrow at Creel. Which Steve knew would have no effect on steel. An arrow.

Of course Steve was as surprised as Creel as it stuck. And electrocuted him. The hopeful, optimistic part of Steve hoped that would be the end of the fight. The realistic part just sighed.

The archer slid to a stop and offered a cocky smile. Steve hefted his shield and braced himself as Creel began to smirk. He ignored the look the man sent him and instead shouted. "Down!" Nearly at the same time as the new comer. He didn't take his own advice and instead advanced as fast as he could towards Creel.

Zatanna moved to throw herself down, but she wasn't going to be quick enough. Steve was already nearly touching Creel, but he was too late. His stomach was tying itself in knots at the knowledge of what would happen next. Hoping the girl would be fine, Steve ducked behind his shield as Creel turned on him with another blast of electricity.

Since Creel was now pure electricity he needed to find another way to stop the man. Direct contact wouldn't do anything but get himself hurt. He quickly moved through all his electrical knowledge. They needed a ground. Or to force him to take on another substance. Cap briefly debated if he wanted to temp Creel with his shield. But dismissed the idea. That wouldn't make the situation better. However it could act as a lure. Steve's eyes shifted over to the building Creel had been hacking at earlier. Some of the metal framework was visible. All tall buildings were built with lightning conductors.

If Steve could lure Creel towards the building he just might be able to ground him out. Assuming of course that he wasn't completely wrong about everything. He lowered his shield just a little as the bolt of electricity died. Here went everything.

"What's the matter Creel?" Steve taunted. "I thought you were the most dangerous man alive. That didn't even tingle."

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*I'm assuming Hawkeye isn't wearing his original costume which did consist of a skirt (and no leggings or even tights!)

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@BounceI was going to volunteer Ivy once she's finished in Poland. (Since it seems I'm not getting a Harley. I hope you're happy Wraith!)

And I'm working on Cap >< But sooo tried.

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@Morden ManNooooo.



On a less dramatic note. I'll get to it before I go to bed. I won't make you suffer... Or should I?