Former famous childhood superheroes, living as normal teens, are kidnapped by Alien Cat Space Pirates and battle trans-dimensional spider wizards…
The Story
What happens to child super heroes after they’re all grown up? Do they end up like countless Hollywood child stars: a heroic past haunting their present, forgotten by the pop-culture zeitgeist only to be recalled in nostalgic listicles on YouTube? Chris and Sara Sheridan – formerly Mighty Boy and The Melter of The Ultra Kids – now just two “normal” teenagers trying to navigate high school and beyond.
What seemed like a future of drama, drugs, TMZ, and talk shows takes a hard left turn when a tabloid reporter rings their doorbell, hoping to expose them to the world. From that moment on, it’s all about surviving trans-dimensional spider wizards and space alien pirate-cats.
The storyline of “Starlite” is both compelling and thought-provoking, exploring the complexities of a teenage rave who grapples with the aftermath of her childhood superhero life. The character’s journey, intertwined with the use of ecstasy as a coping mechanism, adds a layer of depth and realism that resonates with readers on an emotional level.
As the protagonist is thrust into a cosmic adventure involving trans-dimensional spider wizards, the series skillfully weaves together themes of self-discovery, resilience, and the enduring spirit of heroism. The intricate plot, coupled with the dynamic visuals and expert lettering, makes “Starlite” a standout independent comic in sea of indie comic books.
With stunning artwork from the Eisner nominated co-creator of “Surrogates” Brett Weldele and a compelling storyline from the Co- creator of “Junior Braves of the Apocalypse” and their ‘partying friend’ party buddy, raving lunatic Travis Webb, “Starlite” offers a fresh perspective on the deconstructed superhero genre, where they deal with the reality of what it would mean to been a child with super powers, and have that life taken away from you.
Don’t miss out on this heartfelt tale of growing up, identity, and facing the trials and tribulations of adolescence.
The intended audience of the book is young adults and adults with alternative lifestyles with a love for comics. It contains adult themes, open drug use, fowl language, and all the bad things your parents warned you about.
