The heist was a blur of neon and ozone. Elias used his gift to fry the transport’s electronic locks, the surge of power leaving a metallic taste in his mouth. But they were intercepted. Not by the police, but by a "Support" unit—heavily armored robotic officers designed to take down Powers with lethal efficiency.
The world of is a gritty, dystopian version of Lincoln City where 4% of the population is born with supernatural abilities. Once revered as the backbone of the industrial revolution, these "Powers" now live in poverty, face systemic discrimination, and are hunted by a militarized police force using advanced drone technology. Code 8
"I don't do crime," Elias said, though his stomach cramped from hunger. The heist was a blur of neon and ozone
: Powered individuals must register and are often excluded from high-paying jobs. Not by the police, but by a "Support"