Side note despite being from the Congo Bango has a Spanish accent.
While not being the first Meta-animal, Bango or rather Comrade General Bango as he would later become to know would be one of the most influential political personalities in both the Fifth International and in the Meta community.
An Age Of Heroes Or Darkness: A Meta Human Timeline
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I'm not entirely surprised if Ward purchases the rights to the "Alien" franchise from Disney ITTL. Unless, of course, that's already happened ITTL and I just forgot it.
I don't think he has but that would be interesting idea.
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The Bitch is now officially a disney Princess. You know the one.
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Given that @Mr.Gatsby has said the COVID-19 pandemic was far, far worse, I assume that means a lot of people were working from home for a lot longer. I like the idea that ITTL, Ace Ward sees the decline in downtown office buildings across the country, and then decides to buy up a bunch of downtown real estate in a bunch of American cities (Baltimore, San Francisco, Detroit, Los Angeles, Washington, DC, Newark, Houston, San Antonio, San Jose, Atlanta, Charleston, Boston, Seattle, and Kansas City) and decides to turn all these office buildings into affordable housing.
He is basically testing that out with his urban homesteading initiative, but is being hampered by both the effects of the ISOT and a lot of major cities seeing rapid increases in size and population which will only get worse during the long winter of 2026 and certain state and local governments officials who view any thing like that as "communism,". Though it's far more modest than the NOAAU land reforms in southern ISOT zones/ the NAZ where it's just Jagger showing up to a planation owner house with a shotgun and informing them that their house and land is now being taken from them and turned into a communal farm in control of the people they used to own.
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Also, he's probably being opposed by real estate moguls who don't want their private casino devalued by a supply glut. The way we treat housing in America is a crime frankly.
Definitely that too, that actually gives me a idea for a possible story in the future.
Closing The Gates?: The Rise Of Isolationism In Black America
"In recently, an unsettling trend has emerged within the Black American community. After enduring centuries of marginalization, systemic racism, the rebirth of the Klan, the southern ISOT, the rise of neo-lynching, and police violence, the Texas genocide, and the general rise of anti-Blackness, some Black Americans are choosing to self-isolate not just from whites but from other people of color as well, becoming increasingly skeptical of the concept of POC Unity. This development marks a significant departure from the historically inclusive nature of the Black community, which had long welcomed, supported, and advocated for other marginalized groups with open arms.
The legacy of slavery and institutionalized racism has left deep scars on the Black American community. Over the years, Black Americans have faced countless obstacles, from the Jim Crow era to the ongoing systemic biases that persist today that have only seemingly begun to be role back with events with what happened in Texas, the Klan reaching a height not seen since the 1920s, an increase racial terrorism, and political attack, in addition to the ISOT in southern the US which have brought an estimated 10 million more African American born before 1950 almost half of which were ISOTed in chains. These experiences both past and present-day have begun to foster a sad but understandable trend of an increased sense of isolation among many Black individuals, leading them to question the alliances and solidarity with other communities of color. Which has only gotten worse after the recent shooting of a teenager in Detroit.
Historically, Black Americans have championed the cause of equality and fought for justice not just for themselves but for all marginalized groups. However, the Black community's continued experience of anti-Blackness from other people of color has eroded the trust and goodwill that once prevailed. Systemic racism and physical racism have forced Black Americans to bear the brunt of discrimination, often finding themselves excluded or overlooked within the broader POC community, creating what can be convinced of as double marginalization. This has created a growing skepticism and cynicism toward the idea of POC unity.
In response to these challenges, the National Organization for African Americans (NOAA) has gained traction as a political party seeking to address the unique concerns of Black Americans. While the majority of NOAAU leaders outside of the top brass have remained silent or ambivalent about the notion of POC unity, a very small fringe faction within the Black community itself has embraced an ultra-nationalist ideology that contends that Black Americans have been betrayed by other marginalized groups, a belief that they have been "Stabbed In The Back," which words carried a worrying context for any student of history. The same idea of being "Stabbed In Back" has merged with legitimate concerns over economic exploitation which has seen many Black communities start to push out Asians, Arab, Eastern Europeans, and Hispanic owned stores and residents from some of their communities. As seen in the Detroit riots where a number of Asian businesses accused of being hostile to the Black community were burnt down while sympathetic b members of the African Legion watched on, or in the case of the Los Angeles were clashes between Hispanic and Black gangs during the days following the Placement lead to a number of houses of Black and Hispanic being burnt down and creating mini refugee crisis in south central
Some like Rep. Dixon of South Carolina have used to rise to power off the back of this anger with his small Freedmen National Party (FNP).Yet it is essential to note that this faction represents only a small segment of the Black Community and Dixon was expelled early on from the NOAAU for a series of anti-African immigrant remarks he made at the rally calling them "tethers" a slur used for non-ADOS Black people living in America. The NOAAU at least in their public statement and actions aims to uplift the Black community by advocating for policies that address economic disparities, educational equity, and criminal justice reform. Nonetheless, the presence of this nationalist fringe reveals the complexities and internal divisions within Black Americans.
Amidst an almost an affront to the rising isolationist sentiment, there is currently a Black Cultural Renaissance is unfolding—a vibrant explosion of culture, ideas, and creativity within the Black community. Artists, writers, musicians, and intellectuals are reclaiming their narratives and celebrating their rich heritage. This cultural renaissance has become a powerful counterbalance to the prevailing climate of isolationism while yet at the same time an expression of a need for and creation of a new type of Nationalism one that is far more open and expressive.
Figures such as African Legion Field Marshal Jake Jagger and strangely enough teenage billionaire Ace Ward have emerged as influential voices challenging the notion of complete rejection of POC unity. The African Legion Field Marshal Jagger, known for his earlier hardline nationalist positions, has begun to echo slogans and rhetoric associated with the Black Power movement of "All Power To The People" alongside the chant of "Black Power," this change has become increasingly noticeable since the attempted Genocide in Texas and the ISOT Storm. Similarly, Ace Ward, through his moderate cultural nationalism, merges classical Garveyism's principles of group economics with modern social democratic philanthropic ideas, aiming to uplift the Black community while advocating for reform within the existing system.
In light of these contrasting dynamics, it is evident that the Black American community is navigating a complex and multifaceted landscape. The experience of isolation and the rise of isolationist sentiments reflect the deep wounds inflicted by systemic racism and marginalization. Black America must find a balance between preserving and celebrating our identity and history while actively engaging with broader social justice movements. While at the same time, we must also address the community's legitimate concerns over the idea of POC unity, it is equally important to recognize the interconnectedness of all marginalized groups in the fight against systemic oppression. However, it is also important to also acknowledge the need for those communities of color that have perpetuated anti-blackness to make amends by addressing their issues internal issues with that ideology. The challenges we face today require a nuance, but one as a community can take on and win against them."
-"Closing The Gates?: The Rise Of Isolationism In Black America" Nyasia Robertson New Moon News May 2025
The legacy of slavery and institutionalized racism has left deep scars on the Black American community. Over the years, Black Americans have faced countless obstacles, from the Jim Crow era to the ongoing systemic biases that persist today that have only seemingly begun to be role back with events with what happened in Texas, the Klan reaching a height not seen since the 1920s, an increase racial terrorism, and political attack, in addition to the ISOT in southern the US which have brought an estimated 10 million more African American born before 1950 almost half of which were ISOTed in chains. These experiences both past and present-day have begun to foster a sad but understandable trend of an increased sense of isolation among many Black individuals, leading them to question the alliances and solidarity with other communities of color. Which has only gotten worse after the recent shooting of a teenager in Detroit.
Historically, Black Americans have championed the cause of equality and fought for justice not just for themselves but for all marginalized groups. However, the Black community's continued experience of anti-Blackness from other people of color has eroded the trust and goodwill that once prevailed. Systemic racism and physical racism have forced Black Americans to bear the brunt of discrimination, often finding themselves excluded or overlooked within the broader POC community, creating what can be convinced of as double marginalization. This has created a growing skepticism and cynicism toward the idea of POC unity.
In response to these challenges, the National Organization for African Americans (NOAA) has gained traction as a political party seeking to address the unique concerns of Black Americans. While the majority of NOAAU leaders outside of the top brass have remained silent or ambivalent about the notion of POC unity, a very small fringe faction within the Black community itself has embraced an ultra-nationalist ideology that contends that Black Americans have been betrayed by other marginalized groups, a belief that they have been "Stabbed In The Back," which words carried a worrying context for any student of history. The same idea of being "Stabbed In Back" has merged with legitimate concerns over economic exploitation which has seen many Black communities start to push out Asians, Arab, Eastern Europeans, and Hispanic owned stores and residents from some of their communities. As seen in the Detroit riots where a number of Asian businesses accused of being hostile to the Black community were burnt down while sympathetic b members of the African Legion watched on, or in the case of the Los Angeles were clashes between Hispanic and Black gangs during the days following the Placement lead to a number of houses of Black and Hispanic being burnt down and creating mini refugee crisis in south central
Some like Rep. Dixon of South Carolina have used to rise to power off the back of this anger with his small Freedmen National Party (FNP).Yet it is essential to note that this faction represents only a small segment of the Black Community and Dixon was expelled early on from the NOAAU for a series of anti-African immigrant remarks he made at the rally calling them "tethers" a slur used for non-ADOS Black people living in America. The NOAAU at least in their public statement and actions aims to uplift the Black community by advocating for policies that address economic disparities, educational equity, and criminal justice reform. Nonetheless, the presence of this nationalist fringe reveals the complexities and internal divisions within Black Americans.
Amidst an almost an affront to the rising isolationist sentiment, there is currently a Black Cultural Renaissance is unfolding—a vibrant explosion of culture, ideas, and creativity within the Black community. Artists, writers, musicians, and intellectuals are reclaiming their narratives and celebrating their rich heritage. This cultural renaissance has become a powerful counterbalance to the prevailing climate of isolationism while yet at the same time an expression of a need for and creation of a new type of Nationalism one that is far more open and expressive.
Figures such as African Legion Field Marshal Jake Jagger and strangely enough teenage billionaire Ace Ward have emerged as influential voices challenging the notion of complete rejection of POC unity. The African Legion Field Marshal Jagger, known for his earlier hardline nationalist positions, has begun to echo slogans and rhetoric associated with the Black Power movement of "All Power To The People" alongside the chant of "Black Power," this change has become increasingly noticeable since the attempted Genocide in Texas and the ISOT Storm. Similarly, Ace Ward, through his moderate cultural nationalism, merges classical Garveyism's principles of group economics with modern social democratic philanthropic ideas, aiming to uplift the Black community while advocating for reform within the existing system.
In light of these contrasting dynamics, it is evident that the Black American community is navigating a complex and multifaceted landscape. The experience of isolation and the rise of isolationist sentiments reflect the deep wounds inflicted by systemic racism and marginalization. Black America must find a balance between preserving and celebrating our identity and history while actively engaging with broader social justice movements. While at the same time, we must also address the community's legitimate concerns over the idea of POC unity, it is equally important to recognize the interconnectedness of all marginalized groups in the fight against systemic oppression. However, it is also important to also acknowledge the need for those communities of color that have perpetuated anti-blackness to make amends by addressing their issues internal issues with that ideology. The challenges we face today require a nuance, but one as a community can take on and win against them."
-"Closing The Gates?: The Rise Of Isolationism In Black America" Nyasia Robertson New Moon News May 2025
Like all the political alliances the Alliance of POC persons may become redundant once member groups actually gain political and social power.
The principle of Screw you Jack I got mine is very powerful im America, both in society and in politics.
It's a bit more complicated than that, I personally believe that POC Unity can work on some level, but not without address some major issues within the different communities and not treating all people of color as a monolithic group. However after everything that went on in this timeline so far I don't see it working as it would in OTL, however that isn't to say it couldn't work or take a different path than OTL.
Personally I believe the isolation part of the last post is a big tragedy, but also something I am worried about happening IRL. Growing up in the Black community especially in the south a big part of the community was well…the community and how welcoming it was to other people and to see that slowly going away would be a tragedy.
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I feel like there should be at least some Asian Americans, Hispanics, and Native Americans trying to break this "isolationist" trend in the Black community.
Honestly, I wonder if Andrew Yang could be part of that. As well as Hispanics (including Afro-Hispanics from places like Cuba and other Caribbean islands), maybe some famous people of mixed-Black/Native American descent.
Honestly, I wonder if Andrew Yang could be part of that. As well as Hispanics (including Afro-Hispanics from places like Cuba and other Caribbean islands), maybe some famous people of mixed-Black/Native American descent.
They can try but breaking the hold the NOAAU has on Black America is going to be hard, keep in mind they are the party who freed the slaves that were just ISOTed and help put the end to the Texas Genocide before it got into full swing, alongside actually doing anything to address the conditions of the community. The NOAAU for the most are authoritarians who more anti-democratic rhetoric would normally be a major turn off for most people. However given the state of the timeline who would a person vote for economic populists who are currently making sure their kids are eating and have built are more successful community programs than the actual government or possible promises from a party that they view as haf neglected their community as a after thought outside of tokenism and things like "Twerktenth,". This not even taking into account to the draft and the war in the Congo. If you want to go back and read some of the listed name, it's paint a clear story about which groups of people are being drafted to fight and die in the Congo.
The Democratic Party have lost the Black vote for a foreseeable future. The DSA might be able to peel off some Black votes in the north and upper south from the NOAAU.
I am actually planning on introducing some more native politician characters within the story.
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Here's a good tip: If your considering using a character from a certain tribal nation, try and look up actual surnames from those tribal nations so that the names that you use are not stereotypes of Native American names.
Map Of The Songhai Pact
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I think the United States in this TL should create an initiave to counter the influence of the Songhai Pact. I'm talking about a pact involving the US, the UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the Philippines, the Netherlands, and Denmark.
It's funny you would say that, though I don't want to spoil much, about the future of this TL, they will be a attempted at that.
I wouldn't say the idea of any nations on that island is dead, but it is definitely going to go through it and a lot earlier in this TL due factors like climate change along with a major civil and political crisis. But goes for most of the nations in global north in this TL.
Though like most of the old European Powers in this TL the UK seems content with acting like nothing has change and everything is fine as their hubris blindly march them off a cliff. Things like the "Crying Forest Incident," and previously mentioned civil crisis will hopefully shake the beans off their toast will get their new leadership to wake up and see reality.
Revamped Photos Of Legion Members
Here at Legion we value a wide range of diverse of heroes from different cultures and background from across the world. Our organization is the left flank of the International war against not just monsters, masterminds, terrorists, criminal and other anti social threats to the world, but also a symbol of international leftist struggle in the name of worker liberation. Meaning all flavors & ideologies that preach the rule of the workers are welcome. We stand against the capitalistic status quo, instead we at Legion embraces the goals of socialism and the belief that a better world is indeed not just possible or probable, but inevitable. Now that is out of the way let get to know some of ours Legionary heroes:
The Splinter: The one man army and fearless leader of our organization. The man of 10 thousand bodies is the founder of our organization and one who always lead from the front and with unlimited man power he can always make sure the day is won.
Night Witch: The mysterious mistress of shadow, despite her name is of warrior who is as pure of heart as the rays of the sun and the shadow she cast over all those who would threatens their innocent is a heavy one of justice.
Ogun: The flying mechanize marvel of the sky. Named after the warrior God of metal working Ogun brings the war on evil and his weapons down anyone who dare to hard the helpless.
Photonica: The purple power princess of the skies Photonica goal is to bring what the evils that are done in the dark to light.
Ghoul: This gal may look ghoulish like her name sake, but the only who should fear ghastly visage is those who attempt to bring the others to an early grave in the name of imperialism.
The Comic: The foxy female super soldier from Vena, is here to make sure that day is saved. And she will be smiling when that long battle is won.
Shrouded Justice: The vengeful private public eye. He stand ready to uncover the world greatest conspiracies and criminal mysteries.
Druid:
Harnessing the primal forces of nature, Druid emerges as a botanical champion to defend a world in need.
The Splinter: The one man army and fearless leader of our organization. The man of 10 thousand bodies is the founder of our organization and one who always lead from the front and with unlimited man power he can always make sure the day is won.
Night Witch: The mysterious mistress of shadow, despite her name is of warrior who is as pure of heart as the rays of the sun and the shadow she cast over all those who would threatens their innocent is a heavy one of justice.
Ogun: The flying mechanize marvel of the sky. Named after the warrior God of metal working Ogun brings the war on evil and his weapons down anyone who dare to hard the helpless.
Photonica: The purple power princess of the skies Photonica goal is to bring what the evils that are done in the dark to light.
Ghoul: This gal may look ghoulish like her name sake, but the only who should fear ghastly visage is those who attempt to bring the others to an early grave in the name of imperialism.
The Comic: The foxy female super soldier from Vena, is here to make sure that day is saved. And she will be smiling when that long battle is won.
Shrouded Justice: The vengeful private public eye. He stand ready to uncover the world greatest conspiracies and criminal mysteries.
Druid:
Dunken'Korps
The Dunken'Korps are the men and women who makes this entire mission one. The day to day foot soldiers that aid the Legionary heroes to bring peace and justice to the world.
The Dunken'Korps are the men and women who makes this entire mission one. The day to day foot soldiers that aid the Legionary heroes to bring peace and justice to the world.
-Legion official website May 2025
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"The idea that a superhero arms race is something to worry about is idiotic to think, not because it is possible, but because it has already begun."
-Tyrone Heydrich
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So I guess that The Splinter is similar to Deadpool, Night Witch is obviously meant to be somewhat like Scarlet Witch/Wanda Maximoff, and Photonic is clearly inspired by Monica Rambeau/Photon.
Not really outside of them both using somewhat similar weapons and having some degree of enhanced speed and strength. Splinter isn't a mercenary nor is a 4th wall breaking type of character, the most they have in common is the color scheme.
Pretty on the money with that though I do take some inspiration for Raven when it comes to her powers though Night Witch Shadow magic will become a bit different as the story progresses than just controlling darkness. I don't want to spoil much but it has to do with the Crying Forest Incident.
With a little bit Hal Jordan and Nova thrown in there as well.
Now this one is going to be fun to write about in the next chapter where we dive into her origin story. The only hint I can give you is that her mother was a clock maker….
Ghoul: This gal may look ghoulish like her name sake, but the only who should fear ghastly visage is those who attempt to bring the others to an early grave in the name of imperialism.
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Which Raven? The Raven from the original The New Teen Titans comic books (Perez/Wolfman), the Raven from the original 2003 cartoon Teen Titans by Glenn Murakami, or the Raven from Teen Titans Go!
Raven from the 2000's cartoon and bit from some other DC media.