Mediocrity Falls
Mediocrity Falls is a small suburban town known as the birthplace of the League of Underwhelming Heroes and home to numerous individuals with marginally useful supernatural abilities. Located in the outskirts of New Mundania City, the town gained prominence after the Great Sock Disappearance of 2015, which led to the formation of the League.
History
Founded in 1892 by Theodore Tepid, Mediocrity Falls was originally established as a refuge for people whose powers were too unremarkable for big city superhero teams. The town's name comes from the Mediocre Falls Power Plant, which generates exactly enough electricity to power the town's needs with no excess capacity.
Notable Locations
The Mild Manor
Before relocating to New Mundania City, the League operated from the basement of Adequate Accounting Services, where Mediocre Man worked as a middle manager. This historic site now houses the Museum of Modest Achievements.
Underwhelming Avenue
The town's main street features several establishments catering to the powered community, including: - The Lukewarm Café, where beverages are served at slightly disappointing temperatures - Almost Amazing Comics, specializing in stories about heroes with questionable abilities - The Static Shop, founded by The Static Avenger before their rise to mild fame
Local Government
The town is governed by Mayor Susan Somewhat, whose power to make decisions that please exactly 51% of voters has led to unprecedented levels of moderate satisfaction. The Department of Minor Concerns handles most day-to-day operations.
Education
Mediocrity Falls is home to Barely Notable High School, where young individuals with emerging powers learn to embrace their underwhelming abilities. The school's motto is "Striving for Adequacy."
Culture and Events
Annual events include: - The Festival of Mild Achievements - Adequate Arts and Crafts Fair - The Sort-of-Super Summer Games
Demographics
The town maintains a steady population of about 15,000 residents, with approximately 30% possessing powers that range from marginally useful to barely noticeable. Common abilities include: - Perfect prediction of already-occurred events - Telepathic communication with houseplants - The power to slightly adjust room temperature
See Also
References
- "Mediocrity Falls: A History of Almost Importance"
- "The Rise of Suburban Superheroes"
- "Small Town, Small Powers: The Mediocrity Falls Story"