Rising Stars is a limited issue series by J. Michael Straczynski about 113 people (called "Specials") born with special abilities following the appearance of a mysterious light in the sky above Pederson, Illinois. The series explores how society may react to the advent of superpowers, and how those who are Specials may react towards society and each other. The story is narrated from the future by the last living Special, John Simon, nicknamed "Poet". The development of these 113 Specials is shown through a series of flashbacks. Some of the Specials are shown to use their powers for the good of the world, others for personal benefit and fame, while others simply wish to forget about them and live a normal life. These two issues shows the US government moving against the Specials after they have been deemed a threat to National Security. However, it turns out that everything has been set into motion by a single mastermind with a startling agenda the consequences of which have a major effect on the world. Both issues are in good condition. I have multiple items listed and am happy to combine the postage if multiple auctions are won.