So before I start dropping POWs and KABOOMs left and right on all of you, let me tell you a little bit about myself and how I ended up here. My Super Hero Origin story if you will...
As far back as I can remember, I have always loved Super Heroes. Not only for their extraordinary abilities that one can only dream of having, their awesome gadgets and outfits comparable to their strengths, but especially for their very human qualities that we all strive to obtain. Qualities as cliche as they may sound like honor, truth, selflessness and justice. Without these qualities, they would simply not be heroes.
There is an undeniable shadow of hope that they cast over the minds of aficionados of all ages, backgrounds and locations. Whether it was Superman subliminally fighting for the "American Way" during the World War II era, or The X-Men's relentless message of equality: We should accept ourselves and each other as we are, despite differences in race, ethnicity, religion or sexual orientation.
This is the power of Super Heroes to me. Like music it is a universal language.
Interlude: Who is my favorite Super Hero, you ask? I'll give you my top 3.
Drum Roll
1.Batman (aka The Dark Night, The Detective, Bruce Wayne)
What is not to like about a man who chooses to defy all odds, fight crime against an entire city and become one of the most respected heroes out there...without any powers?
He relies on nothing but raw martial arts skills, intelligence, research, training, and oh yeah, he's stinking rich. Not even Superman can take this guy on. Too tough and too smart.
2. Spider-Man (aka Web Head, Spidey, Peter Parker)
The guy freakin' swings through the streets of New York City with home made web shooters! I mean, how cool is that?
I am sucker for underdog stories. This guy went from being the biggest nerd in school to having super strength, spider-senses and a super cool costume and despite that...he is still the biggest nerd and a bit of a clown. In many ways, he reminds me of myself which is why I have a soft spot for him.
3. Wolverine: Official X-Men Member (aka Logan, James Howlett)
Wolverine is just a straight up bad ass, but he is still a good guy. Animal like senses, healing abilities, skilled martial artist and he has claws coming out of his knuckles!
The dude is seriously messed up, suffering from post-traumatic stress, being experimented on by the government, anger issues, memory loss and not to mention, something always happens to the woman he loves. Somehow he always finds a way to put that aside and do what is right.
So why The Metta-X Review?
Just a little background: The Metagene according to the DC Universe is a rare human gene which gives humans the ability to potentially become super-powered beings. Similarly, in the Marvel Universe, specifically X-Men, the X-Gene described by Charles Xavier is the result of genetic mutation granting humans the ability to become super powered mutants.
Essentially they are one in the same. If you have not noticed already, we will be covering both DC and Marvel. The best of both worlds...errr universes.
I would like to give a special thank you to my friend Nick which has always pushed me to do what I love and consequently made me start The Metta-X Review.
As far back as I can remember, I have always loved Super Heroes. Not only for their extraordinary abilities that one can only dream of having, their awesome gadgets and outfits comparable to their strengths, but especially for their very human qualities that we all strive to obtain. Qualities as cliche as they may sound like honor, truth, selflessness and justice. Without these qualities, they would simply not be heroes.
There is an undeniable shadow of hope that they cast over the minds of aficionados of all ages, backgrounds and locations. Whether it was Superman subliminally fighting for the "American Way" during the World War II era, or The X-Men's relentless message of equality: We should accept ourselves and each other as we are, despite differences in race, ethnicity, religion or sexual orientation.
This is the power of Super Heroes to me. Like music it is a universal language.
Interlude: Who is my favorite Super Hero, you ask? I'll give you my top 3.
Drum Roll
1.Batman (aka The Dark Night, The Detective, Bruce Wayne)
What is not to like about a man who chooses to defy all odds, fight crime against an entire city and become one of the most respected heroes out there...without any powers?
He relies on nothing but raw martial arts skills, intelligence, research, training, and oh yeah, he's stinking rich. Not even Superman can take this guy on. Too tough and too smart.
2. Spider-Man (aka Web Head, Spidey, Peter Parker)
The guy freakin' swings through the streets of New York City with home made web shooters! I mean, how cool is that?
I am sucker for underdog stories. This guy went from being the biggest nerd in school to having super strength, spider-senses and a super cool costume and despite that...he is still the biggest nerd and a bit of a clown. In many ways, he reminds me of myself which is why I have a soft spot for him.
3. Wolverine: Official X-Men Member (aka Logan, James Howlett)
Wolverine is just a straight up bad ass, but he is still a good guy. Animal like senses, healing abilities, skilled martial artist and he has claws coming out of his knuckles!
The dude is seriously messed up, suffering from post-traumatic stress, being experimented on by the government, anger issues, memory loss and not to mention, something always happens to the woman he loves. Somehow he always finds a way to put that aside and do what is right.
So why The Metta-X Review?
Just a little background: The Metagene according to the DC Universe is a rare human gene which gives humans the ability to potentially become super-powered beings. Similarly, in the Marvel Universe, specifically X-Men, the X-Gene described by Charles Xavier is the result of genetic mutation granting humans the ability to become super powered mutants.
Essentially they are one in the same. If you have not noticed already, we will be covering both DC and Marvel. The best of both worlds...errr universes.
I would like to give a special thank you to my friend Nick which has always pushed me to do what I love and consequently made me start The Metta-X Review.
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