The Matchman universe

Discover the short stories

Ten stories about the people behind the masks: their pasts, relationships and unexpected adventures.

Created by Walter J. Kin · Written by Dr. Jay Enfield

10 short stories

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Day of Discordia
A predawn break-in at the Museum of Natural History draws Matchman into Discordia's latest trap. Her chosen weapon is one of the museum's biggest exhibits.
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Origin and Tonic
After a punishing day on duty, Matchman and Z-Girl unwind over coffee. Her questions about his powers turn into a playful contest over who will reveal their origin first.
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The Surface of Things
Dr. Dejection offers Stan Suffix a way to confront the brother he blames for his confinement. Armed with new powers and the name Super Ficial!, Stan goes looking for Scott.
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A Cup of Coffee
On a promising first date, Scott tries to explain how an unhappy childhood and a cup of coffee made him Matchman. Being believed may be harder than telling the truth.
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Golden Delicious
A recurring dream takes Discordia back to the moment she found the golden apple. As she prepares for another day, a simple question troubles her: who is she without it?
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Z is for Sidekick
Azusa Zeitzler arrives at VALCom with a costume, a superhero name and an application to be Matchman's sidekick. Her aunt Suzanne objects, but Azusa is ready to demonstrate what she can do.
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Dejection Introspection
After another round of failed schemes, Dr. Dejection sits alone in his underground headquarters. His thoughts turn from his troublesome recruits to a stranger possibility: what if his whole world is a story?
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South of the Boredom
Discordia tracks El Burro Bandito to a New York hideout with an offer from B.L.A.H. Recruiting the stubborn outlaw proves to be a job in itself.
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Switchback
Tired of always being the villain in their games, Corbin builds a machine that lets him and Clementine exchange bodies. A week in each other's place reveals things neither expected.
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Difference in Autumn
A chance meeting in Paris brings Rhoda Dendrite and Lance Corporeal into a conversation about love, violence and what one person can change. Their evening together plants the idea of VALentine Complex.
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