# The Reckoners Series
## Part I: Introduction to the World of Epics
- The Rise of Epics
- Explanation of Calamity and its effects on humanity
- Emergence of superpowered individuals known as "Epics"
- Corruption and tyranny caused by Epics
- The Reckoners Organization
- Formation and purpose of the Reckoners
- Their mission to fight against Epics
- Recruitment of ordinary humans to join their cause
- Main Characters Introduced
- David Charleston: Protagonist with a vendetta against Epics
- Prof (Jonathan Phaedrus): Leader of the Reckoners
- Megan: A mysterious ally with hidden powers
- Other team members: Cody, Abraham, and Tia
## Part II: Steelheart - The First Epic
- Setting the Stage in Newcago
- Description of Newcago under Steelheart’s rule
- Oppression and fear imposed by Steelheart
- David's Personal Vendetta
- Backstory of Steelheart killing David’s father
- David’s obsession with studying Epics’ weaknesses
- The Plan to Assassinate Steelheart
- Infiltration of Steelheart’s stronghold
- Discovery of Steelheart’s one weakness
- Execution of the plan and Steelheart’s downfall
## Part III: Firefight - The Search for Answers
- Expansion Beyond Newcago
- Journey to Babylon Restored
- Introduction of new allies and enemies
- Confrontation with Firefight
- Revelation about Firefight’s true identity
- Exploration of redemption and morality among Epics
- Deepening Mystery of Calamity
- Clues pointing toward the origin of Epics
- Growing suspicion around Prof’s behavior
## Part IV: Calamity - The Final Battle
- Unveiling the Truth About Calamity
- Discovery that Calamity is an alien entity influencing Epics
- Understanding how it corrupts those who gain power
- Internal Conflict Within the Reckoners
- Prof succumbing to his Epic nature
- Team’s struggle to save him while fighting external threats
- Climactic Showdown
- Battle against overwhelming odds
- Sacrifices made by key characters
- Destruction of Calamity and liberation of humanity
## Themes and Messages
- Good vs. Evil
- Moral ambiguity of both heroes and villains
- Questioning whether anyone is truly beyond redemption
- Power and Corruption
- Examination of how absolute power corrupts absolutely
- Exploration of what makes someone resist corruption
- Hope and Resilience
- Ordinary people standing up against impossible odds
- Importance of unity and determination in overcoming adversity