I love it when a comic book story (or any story for that matter) completely
hits me off guard. Real Heroes #1 is one such story.The 'ultimate' fight finds our heroes 'avenging' the world-shattering destruction of Brainchild and his fellow super villains. Appearing as if defeated the good guys (led by Olympian) rally and attack!
Cut to a movie theater and the premiere of the Olympians 2 film. All of the actors are there as are the press. After the usually banter, press interviews and public appearance the cast begins to disperse.
Suddenly one of the robotic bad guys from the film appears (a publicity stunt?) and fires live energy bolts at the crowd.
Fleeing the scene, the acting entourage quickly ushers out to the parking garage. Only it's not the parking garage.
Confused and scared the actors discover a devastated city outside. They meet a man called Smitty who explains that the world imagined in their Olympian movies is real and its heroes are all dead.
They have been chosen to take their place!
As always Bryan Hitch provides stunning art and a real brain twister of a tale. Real Heroes #1 from Image Comics looks to be a sure winner. Better get a copy fast-they'll disappear in no time.