Fan Casting Static (DCU Max Series)

After moving from the violent streets of Paris Island to the more privileged neighborhood of Sadler, teen outcast Virgil Hawkins struggles to escape the weight of his past. When a gang clash triggers a chemical explosion that mutates hundreds into superpowered “Bang Babies,” Virgil emerges with electromagnetic abilities and adopts the identity of Static a masked hero fighting to protect a city unraveling under fear, corruption, and escalating violence. As Dakota City fractures between gangs, vigilantes, and corporate interests, Static must confront the growing threat of Ebon, a living shadow who seeks to turn society’s most forgotten into an underground army. At its core, Static: Shock the System is a story of identity, grief, and justice seen through the eyes of a boy who refuses to stay silent.