Blackport

The city of Blackport, Florida, is not strictly part of the First Age of Superheroics, but events that took place there earn it a place in the heroic history books.

Importance in the Rise of Superheroics
When the idea of superheroes was first coming to public knowledge, around the beginning of the second World War, Blackport, a previously little-visited and crime-ridden port city, became the hub of superhuman activity, and the home of one of the first real superheroes, All American. With the rise of both superhuman heroism and villainy, tourism, interest and business picked up, and Blackport became the epicentre of a new age, reaching almost the same level of attention that New York City had recieved previously.

Important Events of the First Age in Blackport
While the events of the First Age are multiple and widespread, some large notable events took place in this thriving metropolis. One such event is the infamous Fear Festival, where one October, from the first to the 31st, darkness fell upon Blackport. Another is the occupation of the city by the largely hostile army of Un-Men. For more history on the city and its involvement, see my novel, Life in the Super City.

Penned By
James E. R. Knights