by Lucas Flint
Neogenetics. A relatively new field of science that arose in the late 1980s, dedicated to study of superhuman genetics and uncovering the genetic origins of superhuman powers. Scientists who work in this field are known as neogeneticists.
Neogene. Originally believed to be the origin of superhuman powers during the early days of the neogenetics field, supposedly activated by radiation that Haley’s Comet rained on Earth while passing over the planet in 1986. Current research indicates that superhuman powers come from different brain functions operating in a yet-to-be-understood manner that produces superhuman powers in certain individuals, so the neogene is no longer treated as scientific fact.
Pokacu. A hive-like alien race that invaded Earth twice, once in 2002 and once again in 2017, failing both times thanks to the efforts of Earth’s superheroes. Controlled by the Mother World, the Pokacu conquered hundreds of worlds all across the universe before the Mother World was blown up by Bolt, which killed all Pokacu connected to the Mother World. Only two Pokacu are known to have survived the Mother World’s destruction: Nicknacks, a member of the Neohero Alliance, and Graalix, a Pokacu soldier who was also the only survivor of the first invasion of Earth.
Shade (Sarah Bradford). A member of the G-Men and Cadmus Smith’s right-hand woman. Powers: Can control and travel through shadow. First appearance: The Superhero’s Test.
Adam Lucius Plutarch (formerly known as the Billionaire). Current President of the United States and former supervillain. Is on good terms with Bolt. First appearance: The Superhero’s Team.
Ultimate Max. The world’s largest and best supervillain prison, located south of New York City. It is maintained by the government and has only suffered two breakouts since being built.
Master Chaos (Bernard Candle). A powerful supervillain who was defeated by Bolt’s father, Genius, seventeen years ago. He broke out of Ultimate Max to avenge his son, but ultimately ended up dying after a fight with Bolt and Genius. Powers: Super strength and the ability to cause situations to become chaotic without confusing him. First appearance: The Superhero’s Test.
Robert Candle. The son of Master Chaos and a former bully of Bolt. Originally had no powers, but eventually developed the ability to copy and negate the powers of others. Was killed by Bolt, though not before mortally wounding Genius in the process. Powers: The ability to copy and negate the powers of other superhumans with a touch. First appearance: The Superhero’s Test.
Ashley Jason. The mother of Bolt and the wife of Genius. Is a normal human, but loves her son and husband and supports them both. First appearance: The Superhero’s Test.
The New Heroes. The INJ’s version of the Young Neos. It’s current lineup includes Strike, Dizzy, Slime, and the Lightning Triplets, Watt, Volt, and Lumen.
Vision. A secretive cult founded by Senator Barnabas Sagan with the purpose of establishing equality between superhumans and normal humans. In truth, however, it was really meant to destabilize the superhuman community in order to make it too weak to stop Sagan from taking over the world. After Sagan’s death, the cult is essentially dead, with only a few members in hiding who still believe in its ideals.
Visionary (Barnabas Sagan). A senator from Vermont who pretended to be a normal superhuman until the revelation of his true identity during the 2016 US presidential election. He was killed by Bolt. First appearance: The Superhero’s Team.
Hero Island. The headquarters of the Neohero Alliance, located off the shore of New York. It was artificially created by Mr. Miner in 1991 to act as the NHA’s base.
The House. The main base and living quarters of the Young Neos. Has a Meeting Room and a Training Room, among other amenities and features.
Valerie. An advanced AI developed by Genius to act as his assistant, she eventually became Bolt’s assistant and aided him many times in his adventures. She is currently sharing the role of House AI with Carl (see ‘Carl’ below). First appearance: The Superhero’s Test.
Carl. The House’s AI, also developed by Genius.
About the Author
Under the pen name Lucas Flint, Timothy L. Cerepaka writes superhero fiction. He is the author of The Superhero’s Son series of young adult superhero novels, as well as The Young Neos sequel series.
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