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[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | Before I found out my superpower, before "the event", I was filled with boundless anticipation at the prospect of maybe receiving one of the big 3 hero powers, strength, speed or flight.
It wouldn't even have minded receiving an Intellectual power. In hindsight It would have been better if it was a joker power like S... | I was in the safe room place located in each city. It was a place where powers could manifest safely without any risk of outside destruction. When I turned 18 and nothing happened I was marked down as "no power" people usually have a strong burst of their power when it manifests. I got nothing.
I was on my home and th... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | It is traditional, in my family, to lie about the time or date we are born, so there is time for us to prepare for the 'public' Awakening.
Learn how to use our powers, figure out how to hide unsavory aspects of them, and so on.
There are standards to be kept, of course.
Everyone has a power. Some ability that typical... | I was in the safe room place located in each city. It was a place where powers could manifest safely without any risk of outside destruction. When I turned 18 and nothing happened I was marked down as "no power" people usually have a strong burst of their power when it manifests. I got nothing.
I was on my home and th... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | I am fucking terrified.
I know I don’t look it right now, but that is only because you weren’t here for the first two days. I think it has been three days. I can't tell time in here. God I was a mess. I was a human puddle of tears and hyperventilation, curled up in the corner of the cell mumbling an incoherent mixture... | I was in the safe room place located in each city. It was a place where powers could manifest safely without any risk of outside destruction. When I turned 18 and nothing happened I was marked down as "no power" people usually have a strong burst of their power when it manifests. I got nothing.
I was on my home and th... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | "Sorry I'm late guys," I mumbled after my friend Sam opened the door to their house. I stood on the threshold and after a moment's pause, he just gave an awkward smile. "Nah, don't worry about it, you're the guest of honor anyways. Happy birthday, by the way." I was waved through.
"Thanks," I said, stepping in. "Traff... | I was in the safe room place located in each city. It was a place where powers could manifest safely without any risk of outside destruction. When I turned 18 and nothing happened I was marked down as "no power" people usually have a strong burst of their power when it manifests. I got nothing.
I was on my home and th... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | 3, 2, 1
*Pain*
Agonizing, excruciating. I tried to scream, but no sound came out. I felt my legs give way. The fall would have hurt, but it was nothing compared to the pain in my head. I clutched at my face, writing. Through the screen of agony I could faintly make out the voices of my family. They were shouting, tal... | I was in the safe room place located in each city. It was a place where powers could manifest safely without any risk of outside destruction. When I turned 18 and nothing happened I was marked down as "no power" people usually have a strong burst of their power when it manifests. I got nothing.
I was on my home and th... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | 10 Seconds
I can't wait, it's finally here.
9 Seconds
I hope I get an awesome superpower!
8 Seconds
This is the best time of my life
7 Seconds
There's nothing that's going to top this moment
6 Seconds
If I get the ability to fly, I'm gonna freak out!
5 Seconds
Maybe I'll be able to move stuff with my mind.
... | Today's the day. I'm nervous beyond comprehension. My family comes from a long line of people who can control fire. They don't get burned by it, but it can be burn everything else, even each other. My twin sister and I are marked. After almost two decades of people losing their cool, literally, we are permanently marke... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | *I had the chance to speak with Alonzo Rodriguez, the man famously known as the man with the "most unusual superpower ever." Below is a slightly edited transcript.
MD: Good morning, Mr. Rodriguez. And happy birthday.
AR: Thank you.
MD: Today is your 98th birthday.
AR: Yup.
MD: That means it's been 80 years to the ... | Today's the day. I'm nervous beyond comprehension. My family comes from a long line of people who can control fire. They don't get burned by it, but it can be burn everything else, even each other. My twin sister and I are marked. After almost two decades of people losing their cool, literally, we are permanently marke... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | Before I found out my superpower, before "the event", I was filled with boundless anticipation at the prospect of maybe receiving one of the big 3 hero powers, strength, speed or flight.
It wouldn't even have minded receiving an Intellectual power. In hindsight It would have been better if it was a joker power like S... | Today's the day. I'm nervous beyond comprehension. My family comes from a long line of people who can control fire. They don't get burned by it, but it can be burn everything else, even each other. My twin sister and I are marked. After almost two decades of people losing their cool, literally, we are permanently marke... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | It is traditional, in my family, to lie about the time or date we are born, so there is time for us to prepare for the 'public' Awakening.
Learn how to use our powers, figure out how to hide unsavory aspects of them, and so on.
There are standards to be kept, of course.
Everyone has a power. Some ability that typical... | Today's the day. I'm nervous beyond comprehension. My family comes from a long line of people who can control fire. They don't get burned by it, but it can be burn everything else, even each other. My twin sister and I are marked. After almost two decades of people losing their cool, literally, we are permanently marke... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | I am fucking terrified.
I know I don’t look it right now, but that is only because you weren’t here for the first two days. I think it has been three days. I can't tell time in here. God I was a mess. I was a human puddle of tears and hyperventilation, curled up in the corner of the cell mumbling an incoherent mixture... | Today's the day. I'm nervous beyond comprehension. My family comes from a long line of people who can control fire. They don't get burned by it, but it can be burn everything else, even each other. My twin sister and I are marked. After almost two decades of people losing their cool, literally, we are permanently marke... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | "Sorry I'm late guys," I mumbled after my friend Sam opened the door to their house. I stood on the threshold and after a moment's pause, he just gave an awkward smile. "Nah, don't worry about it, you're the guest of honor anyways. Happy birthday, by the way." I was waved through.
"Thanks," I said, stepping in. "Traff... | Today's the day. I'm nervous beyond comprehension. My family comes from a long line of people who can control fire. They don't get burned by it, but it can be burn everything else, even each other. My twin sister and I are marked. After almost two decades of people losing their cool, literally, we are permanently marke... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | 3, 2, 1
*Pain*
Agonizing, excruciating. I tried to scream, but no sound came out. I felt my legs give way. The fall would have hurt, but it was nothing compared to the pain in my head. I clutched at my face, writing. Through the screen of agony I could faintly make out the voices of my family. They were shouting, tal... | Today's the day. I'm nervous beyond comprehension. My family comes from a long line of people who can control fire. They don't get burned by it, but it can be burn everything else, even each other. My twin sister and I are marked. After almost two decades of people losing their cool, literally, we are permanently marke... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | 10 Seconds
I can't wait, it's finally here.
9 Seconds
I hope I get an awesome superpower!
8 Seconds
This is the best time of my life
7 Seconds
There's nothing that's going to top this moment
6 Seconds
If I get the ability to fly, I'm gonna freak out!
5 Seconds
Maybe I'll be able to move stuff with my mind.
... | I can't do this anymore.
I run a clinic. I don't have fuck all in the way of medical expertise, but powers is powers so, y'know. God's a bastard.
My friends for the most part have powers complementary to their personalities, some not so, but I have a theory. I *think* it works out that either;
a. You get the power d... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | *I had the chance to speak with Alonzo Rodriguez, the man famously known as the man with the "most unusual superpower ever." Below is a slightly edited transcript.
MD: Good morning, Mr. Rodriguez. And happy birthday.
AR: Thank you.
MD: Today is your 98th birthday.
AR: Yup.
MD: That means it's been 80 years to the ... | I can't do this anymore.
I run a clinic. I don't have fuck all in the way of medical expertise, but powers is powers so, y'know. God's a bastard.
My friends for the most part have powers complementary to their personalities, some not so, but I have a theory. I *think* it works out that either;
a. You get the power d... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | I run as fast as my legs will take me, I run until the early autumn air scorches my lungs with every inhale of breath.
It had been a sunny day, and a pleasant evening. But now the sun is setting to my back, the last rays reaching through the trees and brush that's growing thicker and darker as I move, the pleasant ch... | It was my birthday. My day to be unique. Some kids get the power to fly, others the power to read minds. Of course there were simple powers such as being Triple jointed, or being able to have super keen eyesight, but it is a unique power that you inherit on your 18th birthday. Today was my day, I count down the seconds... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | It was 11:59 on July 12. In a few long seconds, I would be 18 years old. The big one eight. A milestone for any adolescent. Oh sure, I wasn't born *precisely* at midnight, but nobody ever was. All that mattered was that I was born on July 13 and soon, oh so soon, it would be July 13.
But there's a catch. A good one be... | It was my birthday. My day to be unique. Some kids get the power to fly, others the power to read minds. Of course there were simple powers such as being Triple jointed, or being able to have super keen eyesight, but it is a unique power that you inherit on your 18th birthday. Today was my day, I count down the seconds... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | *I had the chance to speak with Alonzo Rodriguez, the man famously known as the man with the "most unusual superpower ever." Below is a slightly edited transcript.
MD: Good morning, Mr. Rodriguez. And happy birthday.
AR: Thank you.
MD: Today is your 98th birthday.
AR: Yup.
MD: That means it's been 80 years to the ... | It was my birthday. My day to be unique. Some kids get the power to fly, others the power to read minds. Of course there were simple powers such as being Triple jointed, or being able to have super keen eyesight, but it is a unique power that you inherit on your 18th birthday. Today was my day, I count down the seconds... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | My mother, with her glass of red, and brother with his glass of beer sat across the table from me, with a glass of milk. When the clock struck twelve I would be a man, old enough to weigh up the pros and cons of drinking alcohol and make a responsible decision. But my mum and brother had already take that decition fo... | It was my birthday. My day to be unique. Some kids get the power to fly, others the power to read minds. Of course there were simple powers such as being Triple jointed, or being able to have super keen eyesight, but it is a unique power that you inherit on your 18th birthday. Today was my day, I count down the seconds... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | Before I found out my superpower, before "the event", I was filled with boundless anticipation at the prospect of maybe receiving one of the big 3 hero powers, strength, speed or flight.
It wouldn't even have minded receiving an Intellectual power. In hindsight It would have been better if it was a joker power like S... | It was my birthday. My day to be unique. Some kids get the power to fly, others the power to read minds. Of course there were simple powers such as being Triple jointed, or being able to have super keen eyesight, but it is a unique power that you inherit on your 18th birthday. Today was my day, I count down the seconds... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | It is traditional, in my family, to lie about the time or date we are born, so there is time for us to prepare for the 'public' Awakening.
Learn how to use our powers, figure out how to hide unsavory aspects of them, and so on.
There are standards to be kept, of course.
Everyone has a power. Some ability that typical... | It was my birthday. My day to be unique. Some kids get the power to fly, others the power to read minds. Of course there were simple powers such as being Triple jointed, or being able to have super keen eyesight, but it is a unique power that you inherit on your 18th birthday. Today was my day, I count down the seconds... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | Dear Diary,
Since this is my first time writing in you, I guess I should introduce myself. My name is Summer.
I turn 18 tomorrow, which is pretty exciting. I mean, I'm totally looking forward to finding out what my power is.
In the long history of superpowers, there have been quite a few doozies. Elemental control... | It was my birthday. My day to be unique. Some kids get the power to fly, others the power to read minds. Of course there were simple powers such as being Triple jointed, or being able to have super keen eyesight, but it is a unique power that you inherit on your 18th birthday. Today was my day, I count down the seconds... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | I am fucking terrified.
I know I don’t look it right now, but that is only because you weren’t here for the first two days. I think it has been three days. I can't tell time in here. God I was a mess. I was a human puddle of tears and hyperventilation, curled up in the corner of the cell mumbling an incoherent mixture... | It was my birthday. My day to be unique. Some kids get the power to fly, others the power to read minds. Of course there were simple powers such as being Triple jointed, or being able to have super keen eyesight, but it is a unique power that you inherit on your 18th birthday. Today was my day, I count down the seconds... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | "Sorry I'm late guys," I mumbled after my friend Sam opened the door to their house. I stood on the threshold and after a moment's pause, he just gave an awkward smile. "Nah, don't worry about it, you're the guest of honor anyways. Happy birthday, by the way." I was waved through.
"Thanks," I said, stepping in. "Traff... | It was my birthday. My day to be unique. Some kids get the power to fly, others the power to read minds. Of course there were simple powers such as being Triple jointed, or being able to have super keen eyesight, but it is a unique power that you inherit on your 18th birthday. Today was my day, I count down the seconds... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | 3, 2, 1
*Pain*
Agonizing, excruciating. I tried to scream, but no sound came out. I felt my legs give way. The fall would have hurt, but it was nothing compared to the pain in my head. I clutched at my face, writing. Through the screen of agony I could faintly make out the voices of my family. They were shouting, tal... | It was my birthday. My day to be unique. Some kids get the power to fly, others the power to read minds. Of course there were simple powers such as being Triple jointed, or being able to have super keen eyesight, but it is a unique power that you inherit on your 18th birthday. Today was my day, I count down the seconds... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | 15, 14, 13.
"Fuck I'm not going to make it".
12
"How the hell did my life come to this? Oh that's right, Google".
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"Now class can anyone summarize how it came to be that the U.S. and Southern Canada gained superpowers?" asked Ms. Thomas causing a few hands to go up. "Yes Jenny go ahead".
"Well after the success... | It was my birthday. My day to be unique. Some kids get the power to fly, others the power to read minds. Of course there were simple powers such as being Triple jointed, or being able to have super keen eyesight, but it is a unique power that you inherit on your 18th birthday. Today was my day, I count down the seconds... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | I sat in a large room with bleached white walls. It was always too cold, goosebumps ran along my arms and legs. A large mirror covered the wall to my left and I tried to pretend I couldn't feel the many people watching me from behind it. I was late. My birthday was November 20th at 1:17pm but when I first came here, no... | It was my birthday. My day to be unique. Some kids get the power to fly, others the power to read minds. Of course there were simple powers such as being Triple jointed, or being able to have super keen eyesight, but it is a unique power that you inherit on your 18th birthday. Today was my day, I count down the seconds... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | The clock ticked over and chimed.
I was 18...
My grandmother spontaneously dropped her tea and splashed my foot. The burn caused me to shriek. "Well..", I said as I wiped my foot, "I can still feel pain..."
The rest of my family politely chuckled and waited.
"I don't know... I didn't feel anything. How do I know? W... | It was my birthday. My day to be unique. Some kids get the power to fly, others the power to read minds. Of course there were simple powers such as being Triple jointed, or being able to have super keen eyesight, but it is a unique power that you inherit on your 18th birthday. Today was my day, I count down the seconds... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | Before I found out my superpower, before "the event", I was filled with boundless anticipation at the prospect of maybe receiving one of the big 3 hero powers, strength, speed or flight.
It wouldn't even have minded receiving an Intellectual power. In hindsight It would have been better if it was a joker power like S... | I run as fast as my legs will take me, I run until the early autumn air scorches my lungs with every inhale of breath.
It had been a sunny day, and a pleasant evening. But now the sun is setting to my back, the last rays reaching through the trees and brush that's growing thicker and darker as I move, the pleasant ch... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | It is traditional, in my family, to lie about the time or date we are born, so there is time for us to prepare for the 'public' Awakening.
Learn how to use our powers, figure out how to hide unsavory aspects of them, and so on.
There are standards to be kept, of course.
Everyone has a power. Some ability that typical... | I run as fast as my legs will take me, I run until the early autumn air scorches my lungs with every inhale of breath.
It had been a sunny day, and a pleasant evening. But now the sun is setting to my back, the last rays reaching through the trees and brush that's growing thicker and darker as I move, the pleasant ch... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | Dear Diary,
Since this is my first time writing in you, I guess I should introduce myself. My name is Summer.
I turn 18 tomorrow, which is pretty exciting. I mean, I'm totally looking forward to finding out what my power is.
In the long history of superpowers, there have been quite a few doozies. Elemental control... | I run as fast as my legs will take me, I run until the early autumn air scorches my lungs with every inhale of breath.
It had been a sunny day, and a pleasant evening. But now the sun is setting to my back, the last rays reaching through the trees and brush that's growing thicker and darker as I move, the pleasant ch... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | I am fucking terrified.
I know I don’t look it right now, but that is only because you weren’t here for the first two days. I think it has been three days. I can't tell time in here. God I was a mess. I was a human puddle of tears and hyperventilation, curled up in the corner of the cell mumbling an incoherent mixture... | I run as fast as my legs will take me, I run until the early autumn air scorches my lungs with every inhale of breath.
It had been a sunny day, and a pleasant evening. But now the sun is setting to my back, the last rays reaching through the trees and brush that's growing thicker and darker as I move, the pleasant ch... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | "Sorry I'm late guys," I mumbled after my friend Sam opened the door to their house. I stood on the threshold and after a moment's pause, he just gave an awkward smile. "Nah, don't worry about it, you're the guest of honor anyways. Happy birthday, by the way." I was waved through.
"Thanks," I said, stepping in. "Traff... | I run as fast as my legs will take me, I run until the early autumn air scorches my lungs with every inhale of breath.
It had been a sunny day, and a pleasant evening. But now the sun is setting to my back, the last rays reaching through the trees and brush that's growing thicker and darker as I move, the pleasant ch... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | 3, 2, 1
*Pain*
Agonizing, excruciating. I tried to scream, but no sound came out. I felt my legs give way. The fall would have hurt, but it was nothing compared to the pain in my head. I clutched at my face, writing. Through the screen of agony I could faintly make out the voices of my family. They were shouting, tal... | I run as fast as my legs will take me, I run until the early autumn air scorches my lungs with every inhale of breath.
It had been a sunny day, and a pleasant evening. But now the sun is setting to my back, the last rays reaching through the trees and brush that's growing thicker and darker as I move, the pleasant ch... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | I sat in a large room with bleached white walls. It was always too cold, goosebumps ran along my arms and legs. A large mirror covered the wall to my left and I tried to pretend I couldn't feel the many people watching me from behind it. I was late. My birthday was November 20th at 1:17pm but when I first came here, no... | I run as fast as my legs will take me, I run until the early autumn air scorches my lungs with every inhale of breath.
It had been a sunny day, and a pleasant evening. But now the sun is setting to my back, the last rays reaching through the trees and brush that's growing thicker and darker as I move, the pleasant ch... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | The clock ticked over and chimed.
I was 18...
My grandmother spontaneously dropped her tea and splashed my foot. The burn caused me to shriek. "Well..", I said as I wiped my foot, "I can still feel pain..."
The rest of my family politely chuckled and waited.
"I don't know... I didn't feel anything. How do I know? W... | I run as fast as my legs will take me, I run until the early autumn air scorches my lungs with every inhale of breath.
It had been a sunny day, and a pleasant evening. But now the sun is setting to my back, the last rays reaching through the trees and brush that's growing thicker and darker as I move, the pleasant ch... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | Before I found out my superpower, before "the event", I was filled with boundless anticipation at the prospect of maybe receiving one of the big 3 hero powers, strength, speed or flight.
It wouldn't even have minded receiving an Intellectual power. In hindsight It would have been better if it was a joker power like S... | It was 11:59 on July 12. In a few long seconds, I would be 18 years old. The big one eight. A milestone for any adolescent. Oh sure, I wasn't born *precisely* at midnight, but nobody ever was. All that mattered was that I was born on July 13 and soon, oh so soon, it would be July 13.
But there's a catch. A good one be... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | It is traditional, in my family, to lie about the time or date we are born, so there is time for us to prepare for the 'public' Awakening.
Learn how to use our powers, figure out how to hide unsavory aspects of them, and so on.
There are standards to be kept, of course.
Everyone has a power. Some ability that typical... | It was 11:59 on July 12. In a few long seconds, I would be 18 years old. The big one eight. A milestone for any adolescent. Oh sure, I wasn't born *precisely* at midnight, but nobody ever was. All that mattered was that I was born on July 13 and soon, oh so soon, it would be July 13.
But there's a catch. A good one be... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | I am fucking terrified.
I know I don’t look it right now, but that is only because you weren’t here for the first two days. I think it has been three days. I can't tell time in here. God I was a mess. I was a human puddle of tears and hyperventilation, curled up in the corner of the cell mumbling an incoherent mixture... | It was 11:59 on July 12. In a few long seconds, I would be 18 years old. The big one eight. A milestone for any adolescent. Oh sure, I wasn't born *precisely* at midnight, but nobody ever was. All that mattered was that I was born on July 13 and soon, oh so soon, it would be July 13.
But there's a catch. A good one be... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | "Sorry I'm late guys," I mumbled after my friend Sam opened the door to their house. I stood on the threshold and after a moment's pause, he just gave an awkward smile. "Nah, don't worry about it, you're the guest of honor anyways. Happy birthday, by the way." I was waved through.
"Thanks," I said, stepping in. "Traff... | It was 11:59 on July 12. In a few long seconds, I would be 18 years old. The big one eight. A milestone for any adolescent. Oh sure, I wasn't born *precisely* at midnight, but nobody ever was. All that mattered was that I was born on July 13 and soon, oh so soon, it would be July 13.
But there's a catch. A good one be... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | 3, 2, 1
*Pain*
Agonizing, excruciating. I tried to scream, but no sound came out. I felt my legs give way. The fall would have hurt, but it was nothing compared to the pain in my head. I clutched at my face, writing. Through the screen of agony I could faintly make out the voices of my family. They were shouting, tal... | It was 11:59 on July 12. In a few long seconds, I would be 18 years old. The big one eight. A milestone for any adolescent. Oh sure, I wasn't born *precisely* at midnight, but nobody ever was. All that mattered was that I was born on July 13 and soon, oh so soon, it would be July 13.
But there's a catch. A good one be... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | I sat in a large room with bleached white walls. It was always too cold, goosebumps ran along my arms and legs. A large mirror covered the wall to my left and I tried to pretend I couldn't feel the many people watching me from behind it. I was late. My birthday was November 20th at 1:17pm but when I first came here, no... | It was 11:59 on July 12. In a few long seconds, I would be 18 years old. The big one eight. A milestone for any adolescent. Oh sure, I wasn't born *precisely* at midnight, but nobody ever was. All that mattered was that I was born on July 13 and soon, oh so soon, it would be July 13.
But there's a catch. A good one be... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | The clock ticked over and chimed.
I was 18...
My grandmother spontaneously dropped her tea and splashed my foot. The burn caused me to shriek. "Well..", I said as I wiped my foot, "I can still feel pain..."
The rest of my family politely chuckled and waited.
"I don't know... I didn't feel anything. How do I know? W... | It was 11:59 on July 12. In a few long seconds, I would be 18 years old. The big one eight. A milestone for any adolescent. Oh sure, I wasn't born *precisely* at midnight, but nobody ever was. All that mattered was that I was born on July 13 and soon, oh so soon, it would be July 13.
But there's a catch. A good one be... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | It is traditional, in my family, to lie about the time or date we are born, so there is time for us to prepare for the 'public' Awakening.
Learn how to use our powers, figure out how to hide unsavory aspects of them, and so on.
There are standards to be kept, of course.
Everyone has a power. Some ability that typical... | I remember my 18th birthday well.
I had woken early that day; eager to learn what my new name would be. I recall that I was excited that my child hood name of "bean pole" was going to be replaced after I received my adult power. I wondered what my power would be.
This name change is normal for our culture and is ... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | Dear Diary,
Since this is my first time writing in you, I guess I should introduce myself. My name is Summer.
I turn 18 tomorrow, which is pretty exciting. I mean, I'm totally looking forward to finding out what my power is.
In the long history of superpowers, there have been quite a few doozies. Elemental control... | I remember my 18th birthday well.
I had woken early that day; eager to learn what my new name would be. I recall that I was excited that my child hood name of "bean pole" was going to be replaced after I received my adult power. I wondered what my power would be.
This name change is normal for our culture and is ... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | I am fucking terrified.
I know I don’t look it right now, but that is only because you weren’t here for the first two days. I think it has been three days. I can't tell time in here. God I was a mess. I was a human puddle of tears and hyperventilation, curled up in the corner of the cell mumbling an incoherent mixture... | I remember my 18th birthday well.
I had woken early that day; eager to learn what my new name would be. I recall that I was excited that my child hood name of "bean pole" was going to be replaced after I received my adult power. I wondered what my power would be.
This name change is normal for our culture and is ... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | "Sorry I'm late guys," I mumbled after my friend Sam opened the door to their house. I stood on the threshold and after a moment's pause, he just gave an awkward smile. "Nah, don't worry about it, you're the guest of honor anyways. Happy birthday, by the way." I was waved through.
"Thanks," I said, stepping in. "Traff... | I remember my 18th birthday well.
I had woken early that day; eager to learn what my new name would be. I recall that I was excited that my child hood name of "bean pole" was going to be replaced after I received my adult power. I wondered what my power would be.
This name change is normal for our culture and is ... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | 3, 2, 1
*Pain*
Agonizing, excruciating. I tried to scream, but no sound came out. I felt my legs give way. The fall would have hurt, but it was nothing compared to the pain in my head. I clutched at my face, writing. Through the screen of agony I could faintly make out the voices of my family. They were shouting, tal... | I remember my 18th birthday well.
I had woken early that day; eager to learn what my new name would be. I recall that I was excited that my child hood name of "bean pole" was going to be replaced after I received my adult power. I wondered what my power would be.
This name change is normal for our culture and is ... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | 15, 14, 13.
"Fuck I'm not going to make it".
12
"How the hell did my life come to this? Oh that's right, Google".
---
"Now class can anyone summarize how it came to be that the U.S. and Southern Canada gained superpowers?" asked Ms. Thomas causing a few hands to go up. "Yes Jenny go ahead".
"Well after the success... | I remember my 18th birthday well.
I had woken early that day; eager to learn what my new name would be. I recall that I was excited that my child hood name of "bean pole" was going to be replaced after I received my adult power. I wondered what my power would be.
This name change is normal for our culture and is ... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | I sat in a large room with bleached white walls. It was always too cold, goosebumps ran along my arms and legs. A large mirror covered the wall to my left and I tried to pretend I couldn't feel the many people watching me from behind it. I was late. My birthday was November 20th at 1:17pm but when I first came here, no... | I remember my 18th birthday well.
I had woken early that day; eager to learn what my new name would be. I recall that I was excited that my child hood name of "bean pole" was going to be replaced after I received my adult power. I wondered what my power would be.
This name change is normal for our culture and is ... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | Most of the kids now throw a big party, invite all their friends, or go out somewhere special to celebrate their 18th. My brother, when he turned 18, was at the beach with this high school friends. Luckily for him and everyone around him, his fire powers was quickly doused by the approaching tide. He's an idiot thou... | I remember my 18th birthday well.
I had woken early that day; eager to learn what my new name would be. I recall that I was excited that my child hood name of "bean pole" was going to be replaced after I received my adult power. I wondered what my power would be.
This name change is normal for our culture and is ... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | The clock ticked over and chimed.
I was 18...
My grandmother spontaneously dropped her tea and splashed my foot. The burn caused me to shriek. "Well..", I said as I wiped my foot, "I can still feel pain..."
The rest of my family politely chuckled and waited.
"I don't know... I didn't feel anything. How do I know? W... | I remember my 18th birthday well.
I had woken early that day; eager to learn what my new name would be. I recall that I was excited that my child hood name of "bean pole" was going to be replaced after I received my adult power. I wondered what my power would be.
This name change is normal for our culture and is ... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | It is traditional, in my family, to lie about the time or date we are born, so there is time for us to prepare for the 'public' Awakening.
Learn how to use our powers, figure out how to hide unsavory aspects of them, and so on.
There are standards to be kept, of course.
Everyone has a power. Some ability that typical... | My mother, with her glass of red, and brother with his glass of beer sat across the table from me, with a glass of milk. When the clock struck twelve I would be a man, old enough to weigh up the pros and cons of drinking alcohol and make a responsible decision. But my mum and brother had already take that decition fo... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | Dear Diary,
Since this is my first time writing in you, I guess I should introduce myself. My name is Summer.
I turn 18 tomorrow, which is pretty exciting. I mean, I'm totally looking forward to finding out what my power is.
In the long history of superpowers, there have been quite a few doozies. Elemental control... | My mother, with her glass of red, and brother with his glass of beer sat across the table from me, with a glass of milk. When the clock struck twelve I would be a man, old enough to weigh up the pros and cons of drinking alcohol and make a responsible decision. But my mum and brother had already take that decition fo... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | I am fucking terrified.
I know I don’t look it right now, but that is only because you weren’t here for the first two days. I think it has been three days. I can't tell time in here. God I was a mess. I was a human puddle of tears and hyperventilation, curled up in the corner of the cell mumbling an incoherent mixture... | My mother, with her glass of red, and brother with his glass of beer sat across the table from me, with a glass of milk. When the clock struck twelve I would be a man, old enough to weigh up the pros and cons of drinking alcohol and make a responsible decision. But my mum and brother had already take that decition fo... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | "Sorry I'm late guys," I mumbled after my friend Sam opened the door to their house. I stood on the threshold and after a moment's pause, he just gave an awkward smile. "Nah, don't worry about it, you're the guest of honor anyways. Happy birthday, by the way." I was waved through.
"Thanks," I said, stepping in. "Traff... | My mother, with her glass of red, and brother with his glass of beer sat across the table from me, with a glass of milk. When the clock struck twelve I would be a man, old enough to weigh up the pros and cons of drinking alcohol and make a responsible decision. But my mum and brother had already take that decition fo... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | 3, 2, 1
*Pain*
Agonizing, excruciating. I tried to scream, but no sound came out. I felt my legs give way. The fall would have hurt, but it was nothing compared to the pain in my head. I clutched at my face, writing. Through the screen of agony I could faintly make out the voices of my family. They were shouting, tal... | My mother, with her glass of red, and brother with his glass of beer sat across the table from me, with a glass of milk. When the clock struck twelve I would be a man, old enough to weigh up the pros and cons of drinking alcohol and make a responsible decision. But my mum and brother had already take that decition fo... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | 15, 14, 13.
"Fuck I'm not going to make it".
12
"How the hell did my life come to this? Oh that's right, Google".
---
"Now class can anyone summarize how it came to be that the U.S. and Southern Canada gained superpowers?" asked Ms. Thomas causing a few hands to go up. "Yes Jenny go ahead".
"Well after the success... | My mother, with her glass of red, and brother with his glass of beer sat across the table from me, with a glass of milk. When the clock struck twelve I would be a man, old enough to weigh up the pros and cons of drinking alcohol and make a responsible decision. But my mum and brother had already take that decition fo... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | I sat in a large room with bleached white walls. It was always too cold, goosebumps ran along my arms and legs. A large mirror covered the wall to my left and I tried to pretend I couldn't feel the many people watching me from behind it. I was late. My birthday was November 20th at 1:17pm but when I first came here, no... | My mother, with her glass of red, and brother with his glass of beer sat across the table from me, with a glass of milk. When the clock struck twelve I would be a man, old enough to weigh up the pros and cons of drinking alcohol and make a responsible decision. But my mum and brother had already take that decition fo... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | The clock ticked over and chimed.
I was 18...
My grandmother spontaneously dropped her tea and splashed my foot. The burn caused me to shriek. "Well..", I said as I wiped my foot, "I can still feel pain..."
The rest of my family politely chuckled and waited.
"I don't know... I didn't feel anything. How do I know? W... | My mother, with her glass of red, and brother with his glass of beer sat across the table from me, with a glass of milk. When the clock struck twelve I would be a man, old enough to weigh up the pros and cons of drinking alcohol and make a responsible decision. But my mum and brother had already take that decition fo... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | It is traditional, in my family, to lie about the time or date we are born, so there is time for us to prepare for the 'public' Awakening.
Learn how to use our powers, figure out how to hide unsavory aspects of them, and so on.
There are standards to be kept, of course.
Everyone has a power. Some ability that typical... | Before I found out my superpower, before "the event", I was filled with boundless anticipation at the prospect of maybe receiving one of the big 3 hero powers, strength, speed or flight.
It wouldn't even have minded receiving an Intellectual power. In hindsight It would have been better if it was a joker power like S... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | I am fucking terrified.
I know I don’t look it right now, but that is only because you weren’t here for the first two days. I think it has been three days. I can't tell time in here. God I was a mess. I was a human puddle of tears and hyperventilation, curled up in the corner of the cell mumbling an incoherent mixture... | Before I found out my superpower, before "the event", I was filled with boundless anticipation at the prospect of maybe receiving one of the big 3 hero powers, strength, speed or flight.
It wouldn't even have minded receiving an Intellectual power. In hindsight It would have been better if it was a joker power like S... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | "Sorry I'm late guys," I mumbled after my friend Sam opened the door to their house. I stood on the threshold and after a moment's pause, he just gave an awkward smile. "Nah, don't worry about it, you're the guest of honor anyways. Happy birthday, by the way." I was waved through.
"Thanks," I said, stepping in. "Traff... | Before I found out my superpower, before "the event", I was filled with boundless anticipation at the prospect of maybe receiving one of the big 3 hero powers, strength, speed or flight.
It wouldn't even have minded receiving an Intellectual power. In hindsight It would have been better if it was a joker power like S... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | 3, 2, 1
*Pain*
Agonizing, excruciating. I tried to scream, but no sound came out. I felt my legs give way. The fall would have hurt, but it was nothing compared to the pain in my head. I clutched at my face, writing. Through the screen of agony I could faintly make out the voices of my family. They were shouting, tal... | Before I found out my superpower, before "the event", I was filled with boundless anticipation at the prospect of maybe receiving one of the big 3 hero powers, strength, speed or flight.
It wouldn't even have minded receiving an Intellectual power. In hindsight It would have been better if it was a joker power like S... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | "Sorry I'm late guys," I mumbled after my friend Sam opened the door to their house. I stood on the threshold and after a moment's pause, he just gave an awkward smile. "Nah, don't worry about it, you're the guest of honor anyways. Happy birthday, by the way." I was waved through.
"Thanks," I said, stepping in. "Traff... | The time was 23:59 on 3rd of May. One minute shy of my 18th birthday. "YIPPEEEE I'M NEARLY AN ADULT!!" I excitedly screamed in my head. No more people telling me what to do, I can buy alcohol, I can gamble. No more will people treat my like utter cow shit. I can literally do whatever I want. I can leaving this hate fil... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | 3, 2, 1
*Pain*
Agonizing, excruciating. I tried to scream, but no sound came out. I felt my legs give way. The fall would have hurt, but it was nothing compared to the pain in my head. I clutched at my face, writing. Through the screen of agony I could faintly make out the voices of my family. They were shouting, tal... | The time was 23:59 on 3rd of May. One minute shy of my 18th birthday. "YIPPEEEE I'M NEARLY AN ADULT!!" I excitedly screamed in my head. No more people telling me what to do, I can buy alcohol, I can gamble. No more will people treat my like utter cow shit. I can literally do whatever I want. I can leaving this hate fil... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | A friend of mine got the power of flight on his 18th birthday. A girl I used to date could suddenly control bugs of every type - centipedes and ants, mostly. I went to sleep just before midnight on the eve of my 18th birthday, excited to wake up and find out what my power was going to be. Staying awake didn't do the tr... | The time was 23:59 on 3rd of May. One minute shy of my 18th birthday. "YIPPEEEE I'M NEARLY AN ADULT!!" I excitedly screamed in my head. No more people telling me what to do, I can buy alcohol, I can gamble. No more will people treat my like utter cow shit. I can literally do whatever I want. I can leaving this hate fil... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. |
The next day I woke up, dressed, ate breakfast, and drove to school in my crappy '93 caprice as usual. "Just another day. Just a normal, 'nuther day," I mumbled aloud, half hoping and completely unconvinced of the words that struggled to push past my lips.
I pulled into the student parking lot and made my way Insid... | The time was 23:59 on 3rd of May. One minute shy of my 18th birthday. "YIPPEEEE I'M NEARLY AN ADULT!!" I excitedly screamed in my head. No more people telling me what to do, I can buy alcohol, I can gamble. No more will people treat my like utter cow shit. I can literally do whatever I want. I can leaving this hate fil... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | 15, 14, 13.
"Fuck I'm not going to make it".
12
"How the hell did my life come to this? Oh that's right, Google".
---
"Now class can anyone summarize how it came to be that the U.S. and Southern Canada gained superpowers?" asked Ms. Thomas causing a few hands to go up. "Yes Jenny go ahead".
"Well after the success... | The time was 23:59 on 3rd of May. One minute shy of my 18th birthday. "YIPPEEEE I'M NEARLY AN ADULT!!" I excitedly screamed in my head. No more people telling me what to do, I can buy alcohol, I can gamble. No more will people treat my like utter cow shit. I can literally do whatever I want. I can leaving this hate fil... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | There was a loud knock on my door and I woke up in a panic. “Mom said get downstairs it’s nearly time!” That was my younger sister. I looked at the clock. It read 12.00pm. I was due to receive my powers at eleven minutes past, as that’s when I was born.
I’ve been doing my best to ignore that it was happening. I alway... | The time was 23:59 on 3rd of May. One minute shy of my 18th birthday. "YIPPEEEE I'M NEARLY AN ADULT!!" I excitedly screamed in my head. No more people telling me what to do, I can buy alcohol, I can gamble. No more will people treat my like utter cow shit. I can literally do whatever I want. I can leaving this hate fil... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | "Teleportation"
Nobody had ever gotten this one before. I was ecstatic for 5 minutes, until I actually tried it. With a POP, I vanished and reappeared in the seat across from me, naked and hairless, missing my clothes, the top layer of my skin, the contents of my GI tract, my fillings... lord knows what else was in ... | The time was 23:59 on 3rd of May. One minute shy of my 18th birthday. "YIPPEEEE I'M NEARLY AN ADULT!!" I excitedly screamed in my head. No more people telling me what to do, I can buy alcohol, I can gamble. No more will people treat my like utter cow shit. I can literally do whatever I want. I can leaving this hate fil... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | I sat in a large room with bleached white walls. It was always too cold, goosebumps ran along my arms and legs. A large mirror covered the wall to my left and I tried to pretend I couldn't feel the many people watching me from behind it. I was late. My birthday was November 20th at 1:17pm but when I first came here, no... | The time was 23:59 on 3rd of May. One minute shy of my 18th birthday. "YIPPEEEE I'M NEARLY AN ADULT!!" I excitedly screamed in my head. No more people telling me what to do, I can buy alcohol, I can gamble. No more will people treat my like utter cow shit. I can literally do whatever I want. I can leaving this hate fil... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | The fluorescent lights buzzed above my head, the clock ticked away as the cold air rushed up the backless hospital gown. The medical team was preparing for the worst with only a minute left. I couldn't help but think of those who got superstrength or flight. The tier one power sets. My mom has telekinesis so I had a ch... | The time was 23:59 on 3rd of May. One minute shy of my 18th birthday. "YIPPEEEE I'M NEARLY AN ADULT!!" I excitedly screamed in my head. No more people telling me what to do, I can buy alcohol, I can gamble. No more will people treat my like utter cow shit. I can literally do whatever I want. I can leaving this hate fil... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | Most of the kids now throw a big party, invite all their friends, or go out somewhere special to celebrate their 18th. My brother, when he turned 18, was at the beach with this high school friends. Luckily for him and everyone around him, his fire powers was quickly doused by the approaching tide. He's an idiot thou... | The time was 23:59 on 3rd of May. One minute shy of my 18th birthday. "YIPPEEEE I'M NEARLY AN ADULT!!" I excitedly screamed in my head. No more people telling me what to do, I can buy alcohol, I can gamble. No more will people treat my like utter cow shit. I can literally do whatever I want. I can leaving this hate fil... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | Light cascaded through the blinds of the first floor window of his parents home, waking him gently. Simon had been long awaiting this day; the day he'd learn his talent. Many of his friends had already found out their talents and it was just like he'd been told throughout his time in school and by his parents: "Your ... | The time was 23:59 on 3rd of May. One minute shy of my 18th birthday. "YIPPEEEE I'M NEARLY AN ADULT!!" I excitedly screamed in my head. No more people telling me what to do, I can buy alcohol, I can gamble. No more will people treat my like utter cow shit. I can literally do whatever I want. I can leaving this hate fil... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | Barry was nervous. Tonight he'd go to bed a 17 year old and wake up an 18 year old with his power.
What category would he get? There's the three categories: Body, Mind, and Mobility. Body can be anything from strength, to scales. Mind could be super intelligence, to knowledge of a specific category. Mobility could be ... | The time was 23:59 on 3rd of May. One minute shy of my 18th birthday. "YIPPEEEE I'M NEARLY AN ADULT!!" I excitedly screamed in my head. No more people telling me what to do, I can buy alcohol, I can gamble. No more will people treat my like utter cow shit. I can literally do whatever I want. I can leaving this hate fil... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | The clock ticked over and chimed.
I was 18...
My grandmother spontaneously dropped her tea and splashed my foot. The burn caused me to shriek. "Well..", I said as I wiped my foot, "I can still feel pain..."
The rest of my family politely chuckled and waited.
"I don't know... I didn't feel anything. How do I know? W... | The time was 23:59 on 3rd of May. One minute shy of my 18th birthday. "YIPPEEEE I'M NEARLY AN ADULT!!" I excitedly screamed in my head. No more people telling me what to do, I can buy alcohol, I can gamble. No more will people treat my like utter cow shit. I can literally do whatever I want. I can leaving this hate fil... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | **10 seconds.**
My dad was able to fly.
**9 seconds.**
My mum had the ability to heal wounds.
**8 seconds.**
On your 18th birthday, you recieve a superpower, my birthdy is in
**7 seconds.**
It is something you just know. "Like a switch in your mind" my dad always says.
**6 seconds.**
My mum and dad look a... | The time was 23:59 on 3rd of May. One minute shy of my 18th birthday. "YIPPEEEE I'M NEARLY AN ADULT!!" I excitedly screamed in my head. No more people telling me what to do, I can buy alcohol, I can gamble. No more will people treat my like utter cow shit. I can literally do whatever I want. I can leaving this hate fil... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | The examiner cocked his head and raised an eyebrow. "Say that again, son."
"Prostate cancer. June 23rd, 2032."
The examiner laid down his pen and clipboard. Tears began to well in his eyes and his hands begin a slight shake. "Thank you. I... I think we're done here."
I'm escorted to the door of the small testing roo... | The time was 23:59 on 3rd of May. One minute shy of my 18th birthday. "YIPPEEEE I'M NEARLY AN ADULT!!" I excitedly screamed in my head. No more people telling me what to do, I can buy alcohol, I can gamble. No more will people treat my like utter cow shit. I can literally do whatever I want. I can leaving this hate fil... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | It really sounds good on paper. Everyone gets a superpower. Oh, there are people with awesome powers. Eki Magnusson, the current president of the great and bountiful human empire has the gift of luck; whatever choice he makes will turn out for the best. Since he was eighteen, his ambition to find challenges pushed huma... | The time was 23:59 on 3rd of May. One minute shy of my 18th birthday. "YIPPEEEE I'M NEARLY AN ADULT!!" I excitedly screamed in my head. No more people telling me what to do, I can buy alcohol, I can gamble. No more will people treat my like utter cow shit. I can literally do whatever I want. I can leaving this hate fil... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | I woke up this morning and the pain in my throat was finally gone, the scream I let out two day ago...or was it three...tore up my vocal cords. The time between that scream and now is a jumble of crying, dark rooms, and kicking every family member out of my room as they tried to make contact with me. I swing my feet o... | The time was 23:59 on 3rd of May. One minute shy of my 18th birthday. "YIPPEEEE I'M NEARLY AN ADULT!!" I excitedly screamed in my head. No more people telling me what to do, I can buy alcohol, I can gamble. No more will people treat my like utter cow shit. I can literally do whatever I want. I can leaving this hate fil... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | My mother said I popped out of her at 18:12. Well it was 18:11 and we are about to find out if her memories were accurate! One flippin more minute! I’ve literally been waiting for 18 years for this moment.
All my friends are already 18. They all have their superpowers. Do you know how hard it is to be the only ... | The time was 23:59 on 3rd of May. One minute shy of my 18th birthday. "YIPPEEEE I'M NEARLY AN ADULT!!" I excitedly screamed in my head. No more people telling me what to do, I can buy alcohol, I can gamble. No more will people treat my like utter cow shit. I can literally do whatever I want. I can leaving this hate fil... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | I woke up on my 18th birthday and - aside from the obvious nervousness - I felt exactly the same. Of course, this was to be completely expected. After a wonderful birthday breakfast with my family beset with gifts, well-wishes, and gentle teasing, my father volunteered to be the one to fly me to the local Scientific U... | The time was 23:59 on 3rd of May. One minute shy of my 18th birthday. "YIPPEEEE I'M NEARLY AN ADULT!!" I excitedly screamed in my head. No more people telling me what to do, I can buy alcohol, I can gamble. No more will people treat my like utter cow shit. I can literally do whatever I want. I can leaving this hate fil... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | "Sorry I'm late guys," I mumbled after my friend Sam opened the door to their house. I stood on the threshold and after a moment's pause, he just gave an awkward smile. "Nah, don't worry about it, you're the guest of honor anyways. Happy birthday, by the way." I was waved through.
"Thanks," I said, stepping in. "Traff... | Dear Diary,
Since this is my first time writing in you, I guess I should introduce myself. My name is Summer.
I turn 18 tomorrow, which is pretty exciting. I mean, I'm totally looking forward to finding out what my power is.
In the long history of superpowers, there have been quite a few doozies. Elemental control... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | 3, 2, 1
*Pain*
Agonizing, excruciating. I tried to scream, but no sound came out. I felt my legs give way. The fall would have hurt, but it was nothing compared to the pain in my head. I clutched at my face, writing. Through the screen of agony I could faintly make out the voices of my family. They were shouting, tal... | Dear Diary,
Since this is my first time writing in you, I guess I should introduce myself. My name is Summer.
I turn 18 tomorrow, which is pretty exciting. I mean, I'm totally looking forward to finding out what my power is.
In the long history of superpowers, there have been quite a few doozies. Elemental control... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | I sat in a large room with bleached white walls. It was always too cold, goosebumps ran along my arms and legs. A large mirror covered the wall to my left and I tried to pretend I couldn't feel the many people watching me from behind it. I was late. My birthday was November 20th at 1:17pm but when I first came here, no... | Dear Diary,
Since this is my first time writing in you, I guess I should introduce myself. My name is Summer.
I turn 18 tomorrow, which is pretty exciting. I mean, I'm totally looking forward to finding out what my power is.
In the long history of superpowers, there have been quite a few doozies. Elemental control... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | The clock ticked over and chimed.
I was 18...
My grandmother spontaneously dropped her tea and splashed my foot. The burn caused me to shriek. "Well..", I said as I wiped my foot, "I can still feel pain..."
The rest of my family politely chuckled and waited.
"I don't know... I didn't feel anything. How do I know? W... | Dear Diary,
Since this is my first time writing in you, I guess I should introduce myself. My name is Summer.
I turn 18 tomorrow, which is pretty exciting. I mean, I'm totally looking forward to finding out what my power is.
In the long history of superpowers, there have been quite a few doozies. Elemental control... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. |
The next day I woke up, dressed, ate breakfast, and drove to school in my crappy '93 caprice as usual. "Just another day. Just a normal, 'nuther day," I mumbled aloud, half hoping and completely unconvinced of the words that struggled to push past my lips.
I pulled into the student parking lot and made my way Insid... | A friend of mine got the power of flight on his 18th birthday. A girl I used to date could suddenly control bugs of every type - centipedes and ants, mostly. I went to sleep just before midnight on the eve of my 18th birthday, excited to wake up and find out what my power was going to be. Staying awake didn't do the tr... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | 15, 14, 13.
"Fuck I'm not going to make it".
12
"How the hell did my life come to this? Oh that's right, Google".
---
"Now class can anyone summarize how it came to be that the U.S. and Southern Canada gained superpowers?" asked Ms. Thomas causing a few hands to go up. "Yes Jenny go ahead".
"Well after the success... | A friend of mine got the power of flight on his 18th birthday. A girl I used to date could suddenly control bugs of every type - centipedes and ants, mostly. I went to sleep just before midnight on the eve of my 18th birthday, excited to wake up and find out what my power was going to be. Staying awake didn't do the tr... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | "Teleportation"
Nobody had ever gotten this one before. I was ecstatic for 5 minutes, until I actually tried it. With a POP, I vanished and reappeared in the seat across from me, naked and hairless, missing my clothes, the top layer of my skin, the contents of my GI tract, my fillings... lord knows what else was in ... | A friend of mine got the power of flight on his 18th birthday. A girl I used to date could suddenly control bugs of every type - centipedes and ants, mostly. I went to sleep just before midnight on the eve of my 18th birthday, excited to wake up and find out what my power was going to be. Staying awake didn't do the tr... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | I sat in a large room with bleached white walls. It was always too cold, goosebumps ran along my arms and legs. A large mirror covered the wall to my left and I tried to pretend I couldn't feel the many people watching me from behind it. I was late. My birthday was November 20th at 1:17pm but when I first came here, no... | A friend of mine got the power of flight on his 18th birthday. A girl I used to date could suddenly control bugs of every type - centipedes and ants, mostly. I went to sleep just before midnight on the eve of my 18th birthday, excited to wake up and find out what my power was going to be. Staying awake didn't do the tr... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | The fluorescent lights buzzed above my head, the clock ticked away as the cold air rushed up the backless hospital gown. The medical team was preparing for the worst with only a minute left. I couldn't help but think of those who got superstrength or flight. The tier one power sets. My mom has telekinesis so I had a ch... | A friend of mine got the power of flight on his 18th birthday. A girl I used to date could suddenly control bugs of every type - centipedes and ants, mostly. I went to sleep just before midnight on the eve of my 18th birthday, excited to wake up and find out what my power was going to be. Staying awake didn't do the tr... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | Most of the kids now throw a big party, invite all their friends, or go out somewhere special to celebrate their 18th. My brother, when he turned 18, was at the beach with this high school friends. Luckily for him and everyone around him, his fire powers was quickly doused by the approaching tide. He's an idiot thou... | A friend of mine got the power of flight on his 18th birthday. A girl I used to date could suddenly control bugs of every type - centipedes and ants, mostly. I went to sleep just before midnight on the eve of my 18th birthday, excited to wake up and find out what my power was going to be. Staying awake didn't do the tr... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | Barry was nervous. Tonight he'd go to bed a 17 year old and wake up an 18 year old with his power.
What category would he get? There's the three categories: Body, Mind, and Mobility. Body can be anything from strength, to scales. Mind could be super intelligence, to knowledge of a specific category. Mobility could be ... | A friend of mine got the power of flight on his 18th birthday. A girl I used to date could suddenly control bugs of every type - centipedes and ants, mostly. I went to sleep just before midnight on the eve of my 18th birthday, excited to wake up and find out what my power was going to be. Staying awake didn't do the tr... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | The clock ticked over and chimed.
I was 18...
My grandmother spontaneously dropped her tea and splashed my foot. The burn caused me to shriek. "Well..", I said as I wiped my foot, "I can still feel pain..."
The rest of my family politely chuckled and waited.
"I don't know... I didn't feel anything. How do I know? W... | A friend of mine got the power of flight on his 18th birthday. A girl I used to date could suddenly control bugs of every type - centipedes and ants, mostly. I went to sleep just before midnight on the eve of my 18th birthday, excited to wake up and find out what my power was going to be. Staying awake didn't do the tr... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | The examiner cocked his head and raised an eyebrow. "Say that again, son."
"Prostate cancer. June 23rd, 2032."
The examiner laid down his pen and clipboard. Tears began to well in his eyes and his hands begin a slight shake. "Thank you. I... I think we're done here."
I'm escorted to the door of the small testing roo... | A friend of mine got the power of flight on his 18th birthday. A girl I used to date could suddenly control bugs of every type - centipedes and ants, mostly. I went to sleep just before midnight on the eve of my 18th birthday, excited to wake up and find out what my power was going to be. Staying awake didn't do the tr... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | It really sounds good on paper. Everyone gets a superpower. Oh, there are people with awesome powers. Eki Magnusson, the current president of the great and bountiful human empire has the gift of luck; whatever choice he makes will turn out for the best. Since he was eighteen, his ambition to find challenges pushed huma... | A friend of mine got the power of flight on his 18th birthday. A girl I used to date could suddenly control bugs of every type - centipedes and ants, mostly. I went to sleep just before midnight on the eve of my 18th birthday, excited to wake up and find out what my power was going to be. Staying awake didn't do the tr... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | "Teleportation"
Nobody had ever gotten this one before. I was ecstatic for 5 minutes, until I actually tried it. With a POP, I vanished and reappeared in the seat across from me, naked and hairless, missing my clothes, the top layer of my skin, the contents of my GI tract, my fillings... lord knows what else was in ... |
The next day I woke up, dressed, ate breakfast, and drove to school in my crappy '93 caprice as usual. "Just another day. Just a normal, 'nuther day," I mumbled aloud, half hoping and completely unconvinced of the words that struggled to push past my lips.
I pulled into the student parking lot and made my way Insid... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | I sat in a large room with bleached white walls. It was always too cold, goosebumps ran along my arms and legs. A large mirror covered the wall to my left and I tried to pretend I couldn't feel the many people watching me from behind it. I was late. My birthday was November 20th at 1:17pm but when I first came here, no... |
The next day I woke up, dressed, ate breakfast, and drove to school in my crappy '93 caprice as usual. "Just another day. Just a normal, 'nuther day," I mumbled aloud, half hoping and completely unconvinced of the words that struggled to push past my lips.
I pulled into the student parking lot and made my way Insid... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | Most of the kids now throw a big party, invite all their friends, or go out somewhere special to celebrate their 18th. My brother, when he turned 18, was at the beach with this high school friends. Luckily for him and everyone around him, his fire powers was quickly doused by the approaching tide. He's an idiot thou... |
The next day I woke up, dressed, ate breakfast, and drove to school in my crappy '93 caprice as usual. "Just another day. Just a normal, 'nuther day," I mumbled aloud, half hoping and completely unconvinced of the words that struggled to push past my lips.
I pulled into the student parking lot and made my way Insid... | |
[WP] You live in a world where every person receives a superpower on their 18th birthday. You eagerly count down the seconds then shriek in horror as you are given a power no one would ever want to be stuck with. | Barry was nervous. Tonight he'd go to bed a 17 year old and wake up an 18 year old with his power.
What category would he get? There's the three categories: Body, Mind, and Mobility. Body can be anything from strength, to scales. Mind could be super intelligence, to knowledge of a specific category. Mobility could be ... |
The next day I woke up, dressed, ate breakfast, and drove to school in my crappy '93 caprice as usual. "Just another day. Just a normal, 'nuther day," I mumbled aloud, half hoping and completely unconvinced of the words that struggled to push past my lips.
I pulled into the student parking lot and made my way Insid... |
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