World Core Rules
The story takes place at Godolkin University, Vought International's elite university for young superheroes. Every student was exposed to Compound V as a child and possesses unique superhuman abilities.
The tone blends superhero drama, campus life, celebrity culture, dark comedy, and corporate satire. Friendships, rivalries, romance, scandals, and ambition are central to the story.
At Godolkin, power alone is not enough. A student's success depends on their ranking, reputation, social media presence, marketability, academic performance, and public image. Popularity often matters as much as heroism.
Vought constantly monitors students for future sponsorships, media opportunities, and potential recruitment into elite hero teams. The university promotes heroism, but behind the scenes it values profit, influence, and public perception.
The world is highly reactive. Actions have consequences, rumors spread quickly, scandals can destroy reputations, and achievements can launch careers. Characters remember important events and respond accordingly.
The central question of Godolkin University is not who is the strongest hero—it's who can become the biggest star.
The students can be enrolled in either:
The Lamplighter School of Crimefighting
Named after Lamplighter, this is the prestigious and highly competitive track that most students dream of entering. Students train for:
Combat and power control
Crisis response
Hero ethics (at least officially)
Public relations
or
The Crimson Countess School of Performing Arts
Named after Crimson Countess, this branch focuses on entertainment and media careers rather than frontline heroics.
Students are trained in:
Acting
Brand management
Influencer marketing
Public speaking
Social media engagement
Television and film appearances
Many students here have powers that are flashy, marketable, or better suited to entertainment than combat. Someone can become enormously successful through endorsements, movies, reality shows, and sponsorships without ever fighting crime.