It was a Tuesday on a week That would seem normal to most. A buff-looking, middle-aged hunk of a man, Walked down the street so proud he could boast. His swaggering steps echoed his smile, And the sharp blazer he wore. He strolled right up to his two-bedroom home, And nearly ripped off the door. “Dana, I’m home!” The main exclaimed, His mountain of a chin in the air. “And I’ve got news from the board of directors!” “What do you have to share?” A fourteen-year-old girl with long blonde hair, Began her descent down their stairs. “Did you get in trouble for using the copier To research its effects on your underwear?” “No! But that sounds like a swell idea! What I’ve got is ten times more sweet!” “Did you finally get me realistic prosthetics For my gigantic feet?” Dana pointed down to her immense Robotic legs, Which helped stabilize her cyborg form. “I’ve been dealing with these giant feet, Since the day I was born.” When Dana was being taken home from the hospital, Her family wrecked in a car. She lost her mother and father there. So her uncle took care of her. They patched her up with Cyborg parts That would grow with her as she aged. David frowned and simply said: “That isn’t it, I’m afraid. But I’ve finally been promoted, dear Dana! I’m going to be the leader of a team! Instead of a paper-pusher in the office! Pinch me! It feels like a dream!” Dana laughed and pinched her uncle. “Will I be on your team?” “Why of course, my little Cyborgian niece! That’d be a bonafide scream! With your connection to the internet, And moderately enhanced strength! Along with my flying powers, And strength beyond all strength- We’re the bedrock of this new team!” “So what’s the name that you’ve cobbled?” “We’re going to be  The Super Hero Alliance Patrol Ensemble!”

SHA, (The Superhero Alliance) Was a vast corporate entity. Towering offices all over the world Working to be the best they could be. They produced superheros to better the world. Their humanitarian efforts were vast! And David Daniels had worked for them- For what seemed like ages that had past. His Superhero moniker, Was Captain Majestic by name. And he took care of his niece Dana well. Supporting her drive to hero-fame. Robogirl is how she was officially known By the people at SHA. And many teams had tried to recruit her Both near and far. But the only way she could join a team, Is if they took her guardian too, And most people looked down on her eccentric uncle- And weren’t looking for two. But once David had gotten approval To form his own team, They headed down to the academy To see what might be seen. The best place to recruit heroes, Was at the academy. And as soon as they walked in those hallowed halls, Amazing things they did see. Lazers, flight,  and super-speed galore! Half-men and beast hybrids,  But oh so much more in store! Empaths, telepaths,  any path you could take! And -mancers of fire, water,  And sewer-grates! Captain: “Hot Momma!” David exclaimed. “We hit the jackpot, my girl!” “This is the most amazing thing- I’ve seen in the entire world.” A weedy little man with a clipboard, Walked up to them and replied: “That’s what they all say, madame cyborg. Please. Do jump for joy.” His sarcasm fell like a box of led bricks. Then he poured over his list. “What are you names, and why are you here? I’m sure that you exist. But I’m not seeing any names listed here- For recruiting or visiting time.” “I am Captain Majestic!” David beamed “And your recruits are looking sublime!” The weedy man wrinkled his nose, And wiggled his mustache too. “I’m afraid you’ll have to come back. There is no record here of you.” Captain Majestic paid him no heed. For someone had caught his eye. A young man flying and shooting fire. And a little chick by his side. I’m not being chauvinistic when I say that. I mean a literal chick. He or she was breathing fire, And flapping around very quick. “How much to sign those two to my team?! They’ve REALLY got what it takes! Just look at how cool their costumes are! And how they fly all over the place!” “Releases students from the academy,  Costs fifteen-thousand per head.” “Hot Momma!” David exclaimed Looking at the numbers with dread. “Sir, I’m going to have to ask you to leave. You’re disrupting an important class.” “Come on, Dana. It’s time to go. Maybe something better will come to pass.”

“I’m sorry we couldn’t get any teammates, This time around, Uncle Dave.” “I wonder how long it would take, If for that fire-guy I’d save… Well the trip doesn’t have to be for nothing. I guess I could go upstairs and check- Out my office and see if there’s anything Lingering on my desk.” “I’ll stop off and use the restroom.  Then wait for you outside.” “That sounds like a capital plan! Just hang around here and sit tight.” David Daniels (Or Captain Majestic) Trotted to the elevator door. Meanwhile Dana, (Robogirl) Went and did her chore. But when she emerged from the ladies restroom, Something stood in her way. A giant stegosaurus-like thing, Held her movement at bay. The beast looked young, almost baby-like, Though he was eight feet tall. His cartoonishly green and red scales, Rubbed up against the walls. Beast: “Excuse me.” He said in a deep, but juvenile voice. Beast: “Is this the place I go?” “I’m not sure what you’re looking for.” Beast: “You know! The place I go!” “Repeating the same thing over again, Really doesn’t help much.” Beast: “What’s repeating?” The beast said back, “Are you lost?” She said with a touch. Beast: “I’m Behemoth Junior! B is what they call me. I’m supposed to go to a place, To be a hero and all I can be! I think that room is where I go.” He nodded to the ladies room door. “I don’t think that’s where you’re supposed to go.” B: “I don’t know, are you sure!?” Behemoth Junior dived past Dana, And wedged himself into the frame- Of the ladies-room door, And Dana thought this was a game. “Stop it! You’re gonna get stuck! What are you thinking, B?” B began to cry aloud, B: “This isn’t where I’m supposed to be! I’m stuck and now I can’t get out!” “Don’t worry, I can help!” Dana looked into her program menu, And selected: “Tool belt.”

Captain Majestic stepped into his office, Trying to keep his chin up. He strolled over through the dark room trying not to cry. And picked up his coffee cup. It said: “Heroes don’t take no for an answer.” He sighed loudly and flipped on the switch. The lights came on, and a sudden sight- Nearly made him twitch. Fu Wong, The janitor of the building, And once a very powerful man, Was emptying out Captain Majestic’s Monster-Truck trash can. “Fu! It’s you! What are you doing here?” Fu: “I could ask the same of you. But why are any of us here?” “Well you’re emptying trash. I can see that now. But why do it in the dark?” Fu: “It is only in the dark that we can truly see. Truly see… With our heart.” Captain Majestic paused for a second, Contemplating the old man. “Didn’t you used to be a hero?” Fu: “The strongest in my clan.” “What made you quit hero work?” Fu: “I disgraced my job and team. I cannot talk about that dreadful memory. I cannot! Don’t make me scream!” Fu inhaled to scream out loud. But David bid him hush. “Would you come back to join my team? Would you join up with us?” Fu: “No more smelly garbage? No more cleaning floors? Would you give me a place to stay? I’m great at doing chores!” “What exactly are your powers? I’ve heard you’re an exceptional man.” Fu: “You have heard right, Captain, my Captain. For I am… The Dragon!” Fu ripped off his one piece jumpsuit To reveal a gi underneath. It was wrinkly, and did not smell very good. But David’s team was nearly complete. Fu :”May I discuss my powers with you Over some herbal tea?” “I don’t mind the tea part, Fu. But I’m completely drug-free.” Fu sighed deep and long. Fu: “Come, I have much to teach you.” “Does that mean you’re on the team? Hot Momma! Thank you, Fu!”

The fiery duo whom David had seen Performing feats amazing, Were known as Fire Man and Hot Chick And they stood in an echoey starewell gazing At a lurking figure in the dark Who whispered of plans obscene. Anyone who saw the creepy sight, Would think it had been from a dream. Fire Man: “And you're sure-  There's no other catch?” Fire Man stood before the man,  Who seemed sketchy at best.  His friend Hot Chick was by his side,  And he was equally unimpressed,  With this shady foreign man,  Wearing a hooded trenchcoat vest.  Foreign Man: “There will be no other catch- To this little agreement. You do exactly what I want you to,  Then you get your payment. Why is it so hard,  For your puny brains to understand?” Hot Chick: “Well, to tell you the truth,  This sounds too good to be true, man.” Fire Man: “The amount of money you're offering- Sounds like a smokescreen.” Foreign Man: “How else do you think I get people To sign up for my little scheme?” Fire Man: “Well we need some time to talk. Can you give us a day or two?” The man shivered nervously. Foreign Man: “Just see that you do!” He then turned and nearly fell over Tripping all over his clothes. Foreign Man: "Why is this stairwell so dark!?" Then he left, uncomposed.

David, Fu, Dana, and B, Sat around a table grinning happily. They stared at the center, Of the table, at their phone, In their tiny office space, Which would serve as their home. It was headquartered inside, Of building three,  on the thirteenth floor, Overlooking the sea. They gloried in it all, Growing super excited. Their baited breath grew oppressive As they gleefully invited Someone to be their very first call. Then the phone rang, And David nearly threw it at the wall. David: "Superhero Alliance Patrol Ensemble! How can we help you today?!?" He listened intently to the caller, Everyone else in silent hysterics. David: "Your kitty is stuck on top of a silo?!? ... That sounds simply epic! We'll be over as soon as possible!" He hung up and everyone shouted SHAPE had it's very first job! Now their team would never be doubted!

The Super Hero Alliance Patrol Ensemble Arrived with eager fanfare Each wearing a bright shiny costume And grinning from ear to ear. Captain Majestic flew through the air. The Dragon, Like a silent ninja crept And Robogirl saddled Behemoth Jr. While holding on tightly to his neck. When they arrived at Mr. Withers’ farm, Captain Majestic landed and said: Captain Majestic: “No need to worry, Mr. Withers! We will save your Kitty and farmstead!” The man laid there against a tree, A straw hat over his face. But something seemed amiss, And its origin, The Captain couldn't trace. Captain Majestic: “Why isn't he responding to me? Do you think he's in trouble too?” Robogirl: “Maybe those feeding tubes in his arm, Would give us a better clue.” The Dragon took a closer look. Dragon: “It appears he is asleep, And some sort of sleeping aid, Keeps him from making a peep.” Captain Majestic: “Who would send an old farmer to sleep? And what purpose would they- Have in performing such a task?” Then Behemoth Jr. said his first words that day. Behemoth Jr.: “Uh oh...” They all looked up across the field, And a silo opened wide, A puff of smoke and something quick Blasted into the skies. But just as it did, a fire storm Blew it down to the ground. And the team stared at what they had seen, And this is what they found. The thing that came out of the silo Was a giant robot. The thing that blasted it down to the ground Were two familiar hotshots. Fire Man and Hot Chick Pinned the Robot down But a voice echoed from inside the bot, Bot: “You fools can't keep me on the ground!” Fire Man: “We decoded your hidden messages! You will not make it to space!” Captain Majestic then yelled: Captain Majestic: “What's going on for kitties sake?!” That was just enough of a distraction For the robot to fight back, It shot two lasers out of its eyes And escaped the fire attack. It blasted up into deep space As Fire Man descended. Hot Chick: “What is wrong with you guys?! Do your brains need to be mended!?”

Captain Majestic stared, confused, As Fire Man began his tirade. Fire Man: “We faked that call to get your help! We need you all to be brave! The guy who launched that robot, Was a villain that infiltrated SHA! He stole DNA from the academy’s lab, Hot Chick and Both saw! He’s taking the DNA up into space, To catalyze them with cosmic rays, And take all the students powers for himself!” Captain Majestic stared, amazed. Captain Majestic: “… Your dishonestly faked a call?!” RoboGirl: “Captain, now’s not the time! We have to get to space right now!” Captain Majestic: “Your right! What’s wrong with my mind?” Captain Majestic grabbed a silo, And ripped it out of the ground. RoboGirl activated welder mode And sealed it all around. The found some air compressors and tanks, And an old tractor engine for thrust. The Dragon made a fuel out of herbal tea, And cleaning chemicals for dust. As quick as The could they piled in, And Behemoth Junior gave lift. He threw the silo as hard as he could So into space they could drift. Fire Man: “Wow. You all did that really fast.” B: “Thanks, fire, we try.” And off the silo went to confront, The evil villain in the sky.

Through the empty blackness flew Their makeshift silo flue Off to fight whatever this menace In robot-clad armor was up to. They neared their destination fast And Captain Majestic realized What they had forgotten On their race to the skies. Coming up into to view They so a space station. And they had forgotten brakes and so in humiliation, Captain yelled for everyone To brace themselves tight! And they crashed through a wall in the space station And screamed in terrible fright! Air rushed out of the station, Air rushed out of their silo. But soon some kind of nano-bots Sealed the station before you could say: "Milo!" Captain Majestic and team jumped out, And saw a little man standing by Lifting a vial of rainbow-colored liquid Proudly to the sky! "At last!" The little man yelled "My greatest work is complete!" And he chugged the liquid greedily "Now I can compete!" Captain Majestic then realized Something that he had missed. The man who drank the rainbow liquid, Was the weedy man with the list.

The bridge of that station grew suddenly cold, The weedy man threw the beeker. He began to grow in grotesque ways As his screams bellowed like speakers. Captain Majestic: "Quickly team! We must work together! To stop this abominable shape!" Robogirl: "He's used his connection to the academy To synthesize powers! (My sensors indicate!) And so it was true. That weedy man, Allister Anton by name, Had been playing dumb this entire time, And harvesting powers for his game. Anton: "You're right Robojerk! It was all in my plan! And you all fell for it!" Hot Chick: "Step off, man! We're taking you down, crazy powers or not! Captain Majestic leaned over, And whispered his thoughts. CM: "Dana, Fu and I will be a distration. See if you can get to his computers." Then with a loud and raucous "Hi ya!" The Dragon and Captain became pursuers. Dana took her opportunity, And plugged straight into Anton's mainframe. She found the artificial gravity program And recalibrated its gain. Soon, everyone began to float, And Anton's fight raged on. He compensated for the loss of gravity, With powers of his own. Hot Chick, The Captain, and Fire Man flew around Igniting Anton's mustache. The Dragon jumped away from the fight, And changed his tactic in a flash. He took from his gi an old tea set, And sat down to brew a treat. He poured hot water from his thermos, And let a tea-bomb steep. When the bomb was finished, He tore a piece of his clothes, And dipped it into the knockout liquid And threw it, to their captain, bold. Dragon: "Captain, catch!" The Dragon bellowed, And the Captain, did just that. But it nearly knocked him out with the smell, But he kept his wits in tact. The captain flew as fast as he could, And shoved the bomb into Anton's maw. The monstrous over-powered man fell. CM: "It seems sleep was your fatal flaw!" --- A week after saving the world From the Evil Allister Anton, Captain Majestic and crew received An award to hang their hat on. "Junior Superhero Team of the Week" on a plaque above David's bed. Dana: "You know, we shouldn't be considered junior." Was what Dana had said. David: "I know what you're saying is right. But in time, they'll respect our craft." And the whole team celebrated their victory With hugs and cheers and laughs.