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[mathemagier]

For those of you with superhero/code names, how were they decided?

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[heroforhobby]

"Probably" is the keyword there.

[He has a fanbase of one.]

But why are you asking about names?

[mathemagier]

I'm in the regrettable position of attempting to create one of my own.

[heroforhobby]

Ah. Well, back home they apparently name heroes after what is most noticeable about them or what they do. My friend's name is Demon Cyborg because he's a strong cyborg that glows and shoots fire a lot. Are you a cyborg?

[mathemagier]

No, though it wouldn't be the first time I was compared to one based on personality.

[What's most noticeable or unique about him? Yeah, probably shouldn't go that route]

In any case, I won't be seen as a hero in public, so I doubt that method will apply.

[heroforhobby]

In that case you probably shouldn't rule out "cyborg" as part of your name! Cyborgs and robots are pretty cool, after all.

[He stares at the last text for a bit, not understanding it and wondering if the communicator translated it into Japanese wrongly.]

What do you mean? You can't be a hero in just your home.

[mathemagier]

I'm only going to be remote support and disaster relief. Working through a computer essentially.

[heroforhobby]

Oh. That sounds...interesting.

[He isn't sure how all that will work out, but he isn't really one to judge how someone wants to hero as long as they were doing it for right reasons.]

Why even have a "hero" name? I prefer my real name.

[mathemagier]

I was convinced that it would be better for the people I care for.

[heroforhobby]

How?

[mathemagier]

If any potential enemies discover my identity, it's more than just myself at risk for retribution.

[heroforhobby]

Oh.
I've never thought of that.

[mathemagier]

It's an unfortunate reality.

[heroforhobby]

For some people, I guess. It's good you have people like that to consider, as annoying as thinking up a name is.

[mathemagier]

Yes.

In any case, I hope you manage to insist on a better name for yourself.

[heroforhobby]

Eh. Not even sure what I'd call myself. I'd be in the same boat as you.

[mathemagier]

As frustrating as that would be, I'm sure it's inevitable.