Superhuman Regulation Act of 1989

== The Superhuman Regulation Act ==
The Superhuman Regulation Act of 1989 is a United States law passed in 1989 that outlawed superheroes and metahumans to use their powers in public. The signing of the bill immediately made illegal any form of vigilantism by Pro-Heroes, except for the few who worked solely for the United States government. The bill was signed into law by President Ronald Reagan. Eventually, many other countries followed this law after the U.S did so causing an indefinite ban in most countries that held superheroes. The law was repealed after the Star-Hive Event and creation of The United. 
== Origins ==
The year 1988 marked a pivotal moment in the history of superhuman beings and costumed heroes. It was an era marred by a dark chapter known as "The Paradigm Disaster of 1988," which unfolded within the ranks of The Heroic Alliance. Unknown to the world at large, The Paradigm, a once-revered member of the Heroic Alliance, had gone rogue. He was an alien powerhouse who then was mind-controlled by his race to destroy earth.
His unrestrained power and no one stopping him caused him to destroy major cities and fight the Heroic Alliance for 2 whole hours, destroying many major cities and causing collateral damage, Many earthquakes happened around the world, New York, Boston, Halstern City, Los Angeles, Toronto, Tokyo, London, Paris, Istanbul, Moscow, Cairo, Las Vegas, Delhi, Washington D.C., Dhaka, Bangkok, Philadelphia, Shanghai, Beijing, Detroit, Houston, Mexico City, Chicago, Sao Paulo City, Buenos Aires, Milwaukee, Lima, Santamaria, Budapest, & more were all victims to this disaster, some more than others. The heroes were throwing themselves back and forth around the earth killing many. Ultimately, S.A.G.E. killed the Paradigm with their cutting edge tech. Many of the Heroic Alliance was terminated and killed in the battle between Paradigm. 
Many Debates formed around the world about whether people with this much power should be allowed, “Who will guard the guardians themselves?” they trusted costumed idols for so long and it caused the lives of hundreds of thousands. This led to a worldwide initiative known as “The Superhuman Regulation Act” which would pass a law that the government watches superheroes with a keen eye. This led to many protests and riots around the world.
By February of 1989, Many heroes and idols would then be outlawed and outright be imprisoned in high security prisons. In order to stay as heroes, they would need to reveal their superhero identities to the public and work for the government to do missions for them. 
As the law took hold, countless heroes faced a dire choice: abandon their roles or risk imprisonment. Many reluctantly hung up their capes and masks, and society witnessed a long period of superhero prohibition. However, the spirit of heroism persisted in the shadows. Vigilantes like "Everlong" continued their illegal endeavors, stealthily protecting their cities from the lurking threats that authorities couldn't address. Simultaneously, a select few superhumans, like "Freedom," accepted positions within the government's employ, contributing their powers to covert operations, particularly during times of international conflict.
The ban on heroes endured for over a decade, with most nations worldwide eventually following suit, stifling the very essence of heroism that had once flourished. It wasn't until the events of September 11, 2001, that a glimmer of hope began to emerge. The devastating 9/11 attacks not only shook America but the entire world. Freedom, the American Superhero who had faithfully served the government, made a valiant effort to rally heroes back into action, aiming to restore hope and security. However, his endeavors ultimately fell short, and heroes remained absent from the global stage.
It wasn't until 2011, with the sudden arrival of unidentified spacecraft into the Milky Way, that the world would see a resurgence of heroes. The United Nations, working in tandem with the President, addressed the crisis, plunging humanity into a state of panic. It was revealed that the spacecraft belonged to a previously vanquished alien race known as "The Star Hive." They decided to come to Earth, beginning Las Vegas, the lightest place on the planet.
This catastrophic event, known as "The Star Hive Event," served as a wake-up call for humanity. Governments paused their conflicts in the Middle East to focus on the imminent alien threat. Unfortunately, their efforts were met with heavy casualties, as the Star Hive exhibited advanced strategies and ruthless power. Freedom had already retired due to cancer, leaving Earth in dire need of heroes. With the situation growing increasingly dire, the United Nations initiated a last-ditch effort, forming a new international team of superhumans. Collaborating with S.A.G.E., this team became known as "The United." United by a common purpose, they took on the daunting task of defending Earth against the relentless Star Hive.
The Star Hive unveiled their new leader, a colossal alien named "The Hive Queen," whose primary joy seemed to stem from witnessing destruction on an unprecedented scale. The United, with unwavering resolve and extraordinary abilities, ultimately triumphed over the alien threat. This victorious battle marked the turning point for the world and the role of superheroes within it. "The Star Hive Event," which spanned for 8 hours, saw humanity emerging triumphant thanks to the heroic efforts of The United.
In the wake of this astonishing victory, the United Nations made a historic decision. They chose to lift the global ban on heroes, allowing superhumans to embrace their destinies as costumed heroes once more. This decision prompted a resurgence of heroism worldwide, as countless individuals donned their masks and capes, dedicated to preserving peace and protecting the innocent.