Pulp City Revisited

The Jade Cult is familiar to the denizens of Pulp City. They have existed in one form or another for all of memory. As their power waxes and wanes, the only constant is that they will be back, even from their worst defeats. It is said the Green Emperor is immortal, it is said he is reborn. What is known is that he is ruthless and will go to any lengths to solidify power and increase his control over Pulp City.

Green Emperor – the Jade Cult leader has mystical powers that make him a dangerous foe. Although his real power comes from his abilities to support and enhance his followers. Though if cornered, he can quickly summon the power of his dragon spirit to phase from reality, blink away, or supercharge his attacks to devastating effect. If nothing else, he is not to be underestimated.

Green Serpent – the beloved daughter of the Green Emperor, she is also his biggest threat as she covets the throne he sits upon. She is a creature of the shadow, able to operate far in advance of her team, accompanied by her ninja minions. Green Serpent hits from afar, using her speed and stealth to weaken her foes before lunging in for deadly strikes.

Tanuki – a mystical creature of unknown origin, Tanuki is a gifted magician whose collection of potions, charms and regeants lets it conjure suitable effects at will. Its modus operandi is to stay close to the action, protected by the team and its spells while continually making those close by stronger. In attack, Tanuki can weaken and stun opponents from range, making them easy targets for other team members.

While some in the Jade Cult rely on stealth and deceit. The foot soldiers of the team are brutal and deadly. Unrelenting and powerful, the strong arm of the Jade Cult draws a defender’s focus giving those who work in the shadows more freedom.

Yeti – an immense creature from the frozen wastes, Yeti is a powerhouse of great strength and speed. His close attacks are brutal, quickly stacking damage on the helpless foe. Yeti can also project directed attacks of ice and snow or affect all those around him causing damage and bone-chilling fatigue.

Terror Cotta Warriors – a solid team member, the Terror Cotta Warriors sometimes appear in multiples, identical, emotionless and bent on carrying out their master’s will. Able to absorb punishment, they shuffle forward to tie up opposing threats to free their team up for concentrated attacks elsewhere or to accomplish other goals.

Jade Oni – a mythical construct, the Jade Oni and its Obliterator Sword are a danger to all Supremes. There is little nuance to this hulking beast’s approach. It closes, overwhelms and pummels all who stand in its way.

Shadow Mask – a creature with one foot in the shadow realm, Shadow Mask blinks seamlessly from spot to spot, taunting his foes from a distance. While relatively weak, his deceptive powers mean many a time a foe believes they will strike him down only to see him disappear in a wisp.

Shadow Double – an aspect of Shadow Mask, Shadow Double appears his twin in every way until an enemy closes. If they chose the real Shadow Mask, he will shift locations with his Double leaving his attacker’s action wasted. When Sahdow Mask next acts, he can bring forth another Double, keeping his true form safe from direct harm.

The Jade Cult makes use of many minions to overwhelm their foes and tie up threats. Little match against a Supreme, their numbers are endless and their obedience absolute.

Ninjas – trained foot soldiers of the Jade Cult, these warriors work to spread influence far and wide. Commonly seen as part of any Jade Cult team or specifically accompanying Green Serpent, these troops can close under a cloak of stealth to attack and harass their enemies.

Hovercats – a strange hybrid of feline guile, flight packs and rotary cannons, these nimble tabbies skirt the battlefield to attack the flanks. Their appearance provides some answers to the dearth of cats in the Jade Cult’s territory.

Believed wiped out in the recent struggles, the architects of the near fall of Pulp City, the Jade Cult, seem to have secretly returned to the height of their power. The mysterious Green Emperor has returned, reborn in all his mystical might. With his daughter at his side, they have amassed a strong cohort to challenge again for supremacy in Pulp City. It is yet to be seen where they fit into the new dynamics of the Pulp City underworld.

The arrival / return of The Supreme Alliance tipped the balance in favour of the forces of good. As villainous teams were dispatched or destroyed, a vacuum existed that called to some not previously seen in Pulp City. Enter the Red Republik, led by the nefarious Professor Hammer, this team appeared almost overnight and began to consolidate their power in the Pulp City underworld. Few rival factions had the power to challenge them, but the Red Republik did not wipe out their weakened competition, comfortable in their position at the top and their ability to maintain it.

The forces of good have yet to meet the team at full strength, only encountering a member or two in quick skirmishes before they withdraw or disappear behind their growing legion of minions. They seem poised to make a move soon. What their ultimate goal entails is not known.

Pulp City Gazette – June Summers

With the city safe and clean up begun, The Supreme Alliance took time away from their duties to meet with their fans. Cosmic Comics was the scene and the well-known owner, Gary, could not be prouder to host them. Following them closely as a child, Gary had much to discuss about their battles long past and how they will shape the future of Pulp City. No fan was left disappointed as the team hung around until all candids were shot and autographs signed. It was a moment of calm in the turbulent recent times for Pulp City.