The History of DC Earth 11516

## Early History

### World War II Era (1939-1945):

The original Seven Soldiers of Victory, led by the Shining Knight (Sir Justin), consists of:

* Shining Knight (Sir Justin),
* Vigilante I (Greg Saunders),
* Star-Spangled Kid (Sylvester Pemberton),
* Hawkman (Carter Hall) & Hawkwoman (Shiera Sanders),
* and the Crimson Avenger (Lee Travis).

During this time, the Seven Soldiers of Victory were part of the American military, and they protected the outskirts of the USA. They were active in various missions to defend the country and its interests during the second world war.

### Freedom Fighters during World War II

The Freedom Fighters were a group consisting of numerous American "mystery men" and superheroes who were active during World War II. Members of the Freedom Fighters included:

* Black Condor I (Richard Grey Jr.),
* Doll Man I (Darrel Dane),
* the Blackhawks,
* Firebrand I (Rod Reilly),
* Human Bomb (Roy Lincoln),
* the Jester (Chuck Lane),
* Manhunter I (Dan Richards),
* Midnight (Dave Clark),
* Phantom Lady (Sandra Knight),
* Plastic Man (Patrick O’Brien),
* Quicksilver (Max Mercury),
* the Ray I (Langford Terrill),
* Red Bee I (Richard Raleigh),
* the Spider (Thomas Ludlow Hallaway).

The Freedom Fighters played a crucial role in supporting the war effort and fighting against Axis powers and other threats to American interests.

## Modern Times (1980's and 90s)

### 1980s:

At the start of the 1980s, Captain Comet and various other heroes, including Icon (Augustus Freeman), Grey Ghost (Simon Trent), and Martian Manhunter (John Jones), come together to form the Justice League.

The Justice League becomes a prominent superhero team, defending the world from various threats.

### Public Emergence of Heroes:

During this era, several other heroes become public figures and are known to the world:

The Challengers of the Unknown: This team of adventurers became publicly recognized for their daring exploits and exploration of the unknown.

The first Doom Patrol: This early version of the Doom Patrol, a team of misfit superheroes with unique abilities, became known to the public for their unconventional heroics.

Ralph Dibny, the Elongated Man, becomes a known superhero with his stretchable abilities. The King of Atlantis, Aquaman, reveals his presence to the world and becomes a well-known superhero. Adam Strange, the Earthman who defends the planet Rann, becomes a public hero with his jetpack and Zeta-Beam powers. B’Wana Beast: Michael Payson, known as B’Wana Beast, becomes a public hero with his power to communicate and control animals.

### Late 1990s:

- The Grey Ghost, Simon Trent, writes a memoir about his golden years as a superhero and the events that transpired during his crime-fighting days. After retiring from his superhero career, he dedicates his life to the film industry and becomes an actor. His Grey Ghost films become a favourite of a certain Bruce Wayne (Batman), inspiring him in his crime-fighting endeavours.

Roy Lincoln, the Human Bomb, retires from being a superhero and moves to Tampa Bay, Florida, to enjoy his retirement years away from crime-fighting.

Hector Hall, Lyta Trevor, Norda Cantrell, and Albert Rothstein decide to adopt their own superhero identities and form the new Justice Society of America (JSA). They take on the codenames Silver Scarab, Fury, Northwind, and Nuklon, respectively. Jennie-Lynn Hayden and Todd Rice, both children of Alan Scott (Green Lantern), also join the JSA.

Star-Spangled Kid or Skyman becomes the leader of the JSA, now an aged man desperate to relive his glory days. He takes on the role of guiding and leading the new generation of heroes.

### Phantom Lady Legacy:

Dee Tyler begins her career as Phantom Lady under the guidance of an elderly Sandra Knight, the previous Phantom Lady. However, Dee's tenure doesn't last long, and she meets a gruesome end at Henri Ducard's blade. Sandra Knight coerces her daughter, Stormy, to become the third Phantom Lady. Stormy reluctantly takes up the mantle and becomes the new Phantom Lady.

### New Freedom Fighters:

The new iteration of the Freedom Fighters, under Director Robbins, is created to be the front line of defence against American threats. However, some of the members refuse, not wanting to be limited to simple police duties. Instead, this version of the Freedom Fighters becomes glorified celebrities.

Stormy Knight (Phantom Lady) struggles to cope with the media attention and goes on an alcoholic binge spree. Eventually, she attends rehab and later becomes an actress. Stormy Knight gives birth to a daughter named Jennifer Knight.

## The 2000s

### 2000s:

In the 2000s, Clark Kent, the farm boy, takes on the mantle of Superboy and embarks on his first outing as a superhero, showcasing his powers and abilities to the world.

A group of successors to legendary heroes forms and later names themselves the Justice Lords. The original team consists of:

* Hal Jordan, who succeeds Alan Scott as the new Green Lantern.
* Ray Palmer, who succeeds Al Pratt as the new Atom.
* Diane Prince, who succeeds Hippolyta as the new Wonder Woman.
* Bruce Wayne, who succeeds Simon Trent as the new hero (possibly taking on the role of Batman).
* Barry Allen, who succeeds Jay Garrick as the new Flash.

As the Justice Lords continue their heroic endeavours, they become a formidable team, each carrying the legacy of their predecessors while forging their own path. Over time, the Justice Lords further strengthen their ranks by welcoming new members into the team:

* Green Arrow, a skilled archer and hero, joins the Justice Lords.
* Superman, formerly known as Superboy (Clark Kent), becomes a valuable addition to the team as he fully embraces his role as a superhero and develops into a powerful force for good.
* Black Canary, known for her sonic scream and fighting skills, also joins the ranks of the Justice Lords.
* Martian Manhunter, having returned from space, rejoins the team, bringing his shape-shifting and telepathic abilities to the group.

During the 2000s, Jennifer Knight, the daughter of Stormy Knight (the previous Phantom Lady), decides to take up the mantle of Phantom Lady despite being a teenager. She follows in the footsteps of her mother and grandmother, Sandra Knight, who were both heroic figures as Phantom Lady. Jennifer's decision to become a superhero is met with mixed reactions within her family.

### Jennifer Knight as the New Phantom Lady:

Jennifer Knight, inspired by her family's legacy as superheroes, takes on the role of Phantom Lady. Despite her young age, she is determined to continue the heroic tradition and protect others from threats.

## 2010’s

### Lex Luthor Becomes President

Lex Luthor is elected President of the United States, gaining considerable political power. Wally West, the Flash, meets his demise at the hands of Lex Luthor. Superman Red kills Luthor to prevent a nuclear war, leading to a turning point in the actions of the Justice Lords.

### Justice Lords Takeover

The Justice Lords, led by Superman Red, begin a program of "protecting humanity from itself," effectively taking over Earth. They enforce their brand of order and justice, which involves brainwashing and lobotomizing inmates of Arkham Asylum, among other measures.

### Conflict with Prime-Earth Justice League

The Justice Lords learn of another universe and attempt to force their rule on that world. They are eventually defeated by the Justice League of Prime-Earth, who resist their attempts to impose their version of order.

### The Resistance Rises

A Resistance forms in the meantime, led by Green Arrow, to oppose the Justice Lords' tyranny. The Resistance manages to imprison the Justice Lords, including Batman and Superman Red.

### Fate of the Justice Lords

* Superman Red is destroyed.
* Batman is imprisoned, but later released due to good behavior.
* Hawkwoman's cover as a spy for the Thanagarians is blown by The Question, and she is exposed.
* Martian Manhunter disappears without a trace.
* Wonder Woman loses her powers and takes on the identity of Batwoman after killing Kate Kane.
* Green Lantern's ring is taken back to Oa, and John Stewart is sentenced to a lifelong punishmentof paperwork on Mosaic World.

### The Keene-Law and Continuing Vigilantism

The decade ends with the election of President Henry Keene, who enacts the Keene-Law, which prohibits masked vigilantism and superheroism. Despite the law, the vigilantes of the Resistance continue their work, while some others, like Courtney Whitmore, see this as an opportunity to retire.

## 20 Years of Darkness

The 20 Years of Darkness is a period of turmoil and lawlessness in this universe, following the outlawing of superheroes by the Keene-Law. Despite the ban, some superheroes continue to operate in secret, acting alone and risking their lives to fight crime. However, they are easy targets for super-villains who are still active and wreaking havoc in the absence of organized superhero teams. The Keene-Law prohibits superheroes from operating, leaving many former heroes powerless or in hiding.

### Crime and Chaos

With the absence of organized superhero teams, crime runs rampant, and villains roam freely, taking advantage of the lack of opposition. Some citizens, desperate for peace and stability, begin to long for the return of Superman Red's tyrannical rule. They remember the relative peace he brought, even though it came at a heavy cost.

### Defiant Heroes

Despite the Keene-Law, some superheroes refuse to give up their heroic duties. They continue to act alone, risking their lives to protect the innocent. Among the defiant heroes are the impostor Batwoman, Amazing Clay (Jerry Clay), Dynamite Dan (Darren Dunbar), Menta (Holly Dayton), Shift (Joey Mason), and Megamorpho (Emily Mason).

### Tragic Losses

Amazing Clay is killed by the villain Black Python, highlighting the dangers and risks faced by those who choose to defy the Keene-Law. Megamorpho meets her end at the hands of the crime-lord Evader, further illustrating the perilous situation for these lone heroes.

### Failed Attempt at Forming a Team

During these dark times, the hero Atomic Flash attempts to convince the other defiant heroes to form a team to better combat crime, but his efforts are unsuccessful. Shift, motivated by a desire for revenge and justice for his sister's murder, is open to joining a team to achieve his goals.

Menta, feeling the weight of the darkness and chaos, goes off the grid and relocates to Texas, possibly seeking a fresh start or distancing herself from the dangers of being a superhero.