Prologue

On October 31,2005 a string of mysterious thunderstorms struck Brockton Bay and several other cities across the globe. Such an occurrence would normally be brushed off by most of the populace. However, during this mysterious period of time, every parahuman on the planet lost their abilities for precisely one hour. After that hour they'd gain regain their abilities. Many thinkers and tinkers tried to investigate this mysterious phenomenon, convinced that it was the work of some Endbringer or some parahuman with an insane ability. Surprisingly, even with the world greatest minds cooperating, nobody ever found the answer and as time went on curiosity would fade about the event that became known the Halloween Storm.

At the time, I didn't think much of it. I was just really annoyed because I wasn't able to go out trick or treating because of the storm. Little did I know back then, that one storm would bring in host of horrors that came from myth and legend and preyed upon the rest of humanity. However despite that, it also brought a certain person. Somebody that would forever change my life. A boy or should I say man who believed in doing the right thing at whatever the cost. Harry Dresden is his name. And when I first met him he claimed he was wizard not a parahuman. I thought he was insane. As I'd again later found out. Him being insane was the least of his problems...- Taylor Herbert

The name's Harry Blackstone Copperfield Dresden. In my very long and interesting life I have been a Wizard and Private investigator, Steward of the Holy Swords of the Knight of Cross. Mab's Winter Knight, and the Blackstaff of the Grey Council. However in all of my time I spent fighting the super natural baddies of Chicago; Never could I have imagined that I'd have my age reverted to sixteen and once again be attending high school.

"You know daddy. That ritual we performed to get into this world could have been worse." My daughter Maggie said as her eyes searched for the best parking spot at school. "It have killed you or mutated you into some horror."

I frowned at that statement. "Out of all the people that helped opened that portal into this world, I was the only one that changed this drastically. Nothing even happened to Elaine and she's a starborn like I am!"

"You know; You're failing to see the positive here."

"What positive? All the problems we had in the old world like Vampires, Denarians, Fomor, Fae and countless other monsters have followed us into this world. This world we came to already has problems of its own. I can't imagine how worse it could get once they enter the mix. Besides, I've already got my G.E.D. Why do I have to attend high school again?"

"Correction. You've got a G.E.D in the old earth. In order to avoid any suspicion from any of the authorities, you're going to have to work for it again like the rest of these normal folk. Also, I can't have you sulk around in the apartment, " Maggie added with a frown as she parked the car. "The neighbors would be suspicious as to why my brother isn't going to school. I also can't take you with me on a mission yet because you haven't fully regained your magic."

"According to Luccio, I'll be back in fighting condition next week!" I retorted. Despite my protest, I got out of the car and followed Maggie into the school.

"Don't lie daddy. I talked to Luccio and she said you won't be able to fully match A full fledged warden for a year."

We entered the school building and watched as several kids were chatting avidly at each other. I quirked my eye brow as I saw two boys brawling in the halls and teachers nearby trying to stop them.

"So what's the positive of returning to high school again?" I said as we continued to the principles office.

"You get to relive your high school years uninterrupted and without an evil mentor pushing you to the dark side and a wizard council ready to execute you at a moments notice." Maggie said lightly. I rolled my eyes.

"Oh ha ha."

"Miss. Dresden and you must be Harry." A voice called from a distance. The both of us turned around to find the principle greetings us. He faced me and offered his hand and I shook it. He was sporting a suit and tie, his hair was greying.

"We just need to finish some paper work and I'll take you to your home room. You excited?" The principle asked." I looked over to my daughter Maggie who gave a quiet smile. She was really enjoying this. After years of embarrassing her during her teenage years, she now has the uniquely rare of opportunity to do the same.

"Yes, Principle Blackwell. I'm ready to learn and be the best student that I could ever be..." I responded in a falsely cheery voice. Maggie rolled her eyes this time. The principle simply raised his eye brows at me before giving another smile; A false smile this time

"Good to hear young man. Miss Dresden if you would just sign these documents." The principle said pulling out papers from his desk. After Maggie had finished the last bit of paper work, he placed the papers on his desk and turned to me. " Well Harry, If you would follow me."

"Umm Principle Blackwell, I'd like to talk to my brother privately for a moment before he leaves."

The faculty member nodded understandingly and stepped outside. My daughter turned to me giving me a very stern look.

"Daddy, I didn't think I'd have to say this to you, considering how much our lives changed since we and the others had arrived on this world, but could you please not do anything to draw attention to yourself while you're here?" My daughter said pleadingly.

"Don't worry, I know how important it is to blend in." I replied tiredly. "Don't make waves. I get it. It'll be easy to do." Maggie though sighed.

"You say that now, but you have a horrible tendency to escalate things when trouble happens."

"This is me we're talking about." I said with a hint of mock offense.

"My point exactly." Maggie deadpanned. As she stood up and went for the door. I got up too and followed her."

"If anything does happen while you meet with your uncle..." I spoke.

"Don't worry I'll get in contact with you. You just, you know, enjoy school." She replied. I gave her another pained look, which caused her to giggle. She really was enjoying this way to much.

After we said our good byes, Principle Blackewell walked me over to my home room. I really wasn't looking forward to having to endure all the teenage drama and antics of associated with high school. Still, as I assumed a seat next the desk of this dark curly haired shy girl with glasses. I thought to myself, It's high school and I'll only have to be here for year before I regain all of my abilities. It should be easy not to make waves. I mean what's the worst that can happen here?