The screen flickers on everyone's television. All programs come to a sudden halt.
Seconds later on the screen, Dr. Strangefate appears at his throne in his reconstructed Arkham Tower. Before him is a victim, tied up and gagged on a chair with his identity concealed.
"Ladies, children, sheep...some people call me a terrorist. I consider myself a teacher. Lesson number one: heroes, there is no such thing."
The lights flicker on to reveal:
"Meet Vepariga. Good strong name, good strong fighter. Vepariga here is a close friend of Dovahkin, and has secretly been sleeping with Predator Queen on occasional nights. But I'm sure he's a really good guy."
Major Bludd steps in, putting Vepariga in a choke-hold and pointing his black rocket pistol to his head.
"I'm gonna shoot him in the head, live on your television in thirty seconds unless I receive $100 trillion from each and every one of your money-filled pockets."
Strangefate turns over to Vep.
His minions cackle off-screen at the inevitable execution that awaits. All at the same time armed and ready if anybody would ever attempt an immediate rescue.
"The clock is ticking..."
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