Author’s note: This totally started out as a filler episode and to mark the halfway point of this project, but then I started having way too much fun. I hope you guys enjoy reading this!
Six friends endowed with super abilities face love, laughter, and wild shenanigans all while fighting the good fight and trying to keep the city of San Francisco safe from dangers seen and unseen.”
Blog runner Devorah Simmons runs ModernGirl by day–and she’s also the famous superhero LoveHacker and leader of the League of Friends. On behalf of Venus Corps, artist and writer Ben Park has reached out to conduct this exclusive interview with the League.
Ben Park – So first off, I want to thank you guys for sitting down and letting me pick your brains.
LoveHacker – Of course! We’re happy to be here!
Lady Revolution – Not like we had much of a choice in the matter…
*HeartRate nudges Lady Revolution*
Captain Hustle- But is she wrong?
*High-fives*
Sergeant Techie – Guys!
LH – Sooooo let’s get this interview started!
BP – Okay, so when you’re not fighting crime and saving the city, what do you guys do?
HeartRate – Well, we’re kind of all across the board. I work at Solstice, Keo-Bear works at the fire station and keeps the hideout running. Lady Rev and Nigh.. Arielle are students
LR – I wanna teach one day, but at the moment, being a superhero is a full time job, really.
*nods and murmurs of agreement*
BP – What about you guys? *gestures to the others*
LH – Well, Hustle here has dubbed himself an entrepreneur-
CH – ‘Cause that’s what I am-
LH – I’m one half of the lifestyle blog ModernGirl, Techie’s still as Zamble
ST – Hey! I get paid to make games!
LH – And Mix is a barista at the Double Tap.
BP – Okay, so I have to know. How do you all really feel about Blaire Hall?
*Lady Rev and Hustle share a look*
LR – Nope.
CH – Yeah, you’re not getting us in trouble.
Keo Parata – She means well. Gives us access to great technology and resources. Tough, knows what she wants, expects nothing but the best from us.
The Mixologist – And on that note…
LR – Damn, even Mix!
*laughter*
BP – Tell me, Night Terror, er, Arielle. You’re new to the League. What’s it like?
NT – *Looks to HeartRate and Keo* S’good…
TM – She’s an excellent student.
LR – And she kicks ass!
HR – Rev!
*more laughter. Glares from HeartRate*
NT – Everyone’s really nice. *Looks to LoveHacker* I’m glad they took me in.
BP – I heard Blaire Hall didn’t take it too well.
LH – Blaire Hall lacks sympathy when it comes to family verses obligation.
*whoops and shouts from the group*
ST – *low whistle* Damn…
CH – Why would you say something so controversial, yet so brave? *laughing*
*Ben tries to take control of the interview again*
BP – Speaking of controversy, and I’ll never hear the end of it if I don’t ask, but how do you guys balance dating and superhero duties?
*everyone talks over each other loudly*
BP – Lady Rev?
LR – Well obviously that question’s not meant for me!
TM – I wouldn’t be so quick to come to that conclusion…
NT – Yeah, that lady who works at the…um…
*everyone’s attention on Lady Rev who gives Night Terror the stink eye*
ST – Well, the cat’s out the bag for us *gestures to himself and LoveHacker* But with us both being out there, facing danger on a day to day basis, we have an understanding. San Francisco comes first.
KP – Yeah, I don’t have powers, but I know what HeartRate does is important to the city. And my baby’s fearless, so I’m not worried.
TM – I believe Tara is the only one unaware of our identities, oh! No, Amir had his memory… altered.
LR – At lover boy’s request!
CH – Says the girl with eyes for only one woman. Anyway, I’m not down for putting civilians in unnecessary drama. Plus I don’t like mixing my business with pleasure.
*Lady Rev rolls her eyes at LoveHacker, who smirks*
BP – Okay, we have time for one more question, specifically for the supers, sorry Keo. First word that pops into your mind that describes your last encounter with a villain, go!
HR – Wait, wait!
CH – A cat-astrophe!
*Lady Rev groans*
KP – But you guys won…
TM – Daunting.
NT – Me? Oh, I’m still in training.
LH – Hmm, challenging.
ST – Thanks for stealing my word.
*LoveHacker pokes Seargeant Techie in the cheek*
LR – Aggravating. What? Kitten should be called Cat-Stabber from now on.
ST – Exhausting.
*everyone looks at HeartRate*
HR – I don’t know! Umm, fun?
CH – Are you asking or telling us?
*more laughter*
Make sure to tune in for more adventures of LoveHacker and the team, Friday nights at 8 EST, and pick a copy of the latest issue from your local or online book retailer!