Meke's Ch05En gene made him a Fighter, someone inherently good at taking massive amounts of damage. Unfortunately, it also gave him The Static - an entity inside of him that forces him to fight each day or risk going berserk. When the Global Heroes Society sends Meke on a mission with his partner Trill, an Elementalist who can manipulate fire, he discovers that there's more to his job than just getting punched in the face all the time. He also finds a kind of love only he can enjoy along the way. Here's what being a Cape is all about.
Capes is a great addition to the Ch05En empire. Plus, it reads well on its own.
"Scientists at the Max Plank Institute for Molecular Genetics will map out a gene given the markers of Ch05En. The Fate Gene. A latent Ch05En gene destines someone for greatness. Maybe you'll be a rock star or CEO of a Fortune 500. You might save somebody's life, or give birth to the greatest supporting actress of all time. Maybe you'll be a superhero. Those with powers often join the Global Heroes Society to become Capes. They are our protectors in a world of infinite possibilities. A world where the terrorist organization known as The Aggregate lives to instill fear in the masses, and Freelancers use their powers for personal gain, often at the cost of others. Welcome to the world of Ch05En. Where we're one suddenly-activated Fate Gene away from total salvation...Or complete annihilation."
Capes is an easy read with a great storyline which had me hooked from page one. I'd highly recommend this as a supplement to the graphic novels and other short works. Dickstein creates an immersive world where anything is possible. What's your Fate Gene?