Let me tell you a story. One about a hero and a city overrun by the villains.

The hero soared over buildings and rescued citizens around the clock. He never seemed to rest just like the city itself. We were safe and happy, not totally realizing that we had become too reliant on him. The city worshipped him like a god who watched over our rotten city, bring his wrath down upon the evil doers who were a plague to us. But this all ended when the villains finally ganged up on the hero and sent him to a far away place. A place no one could ever return.

The city was soon ruled by fear and the dark days began. Corruption spread like a wildfire, leaving broken families and death in its wake. But there are a few of us who believe in hope. Who believe we can rise up again. New vigilantes have begun to spring up, trying to take on the mantel our hero left.

For those who are wondering if I am one of those brave souls donning on a mask in the name of justice, I'm sorry to disappoint. I'm no superhero. I'm just an average citizen working as a detective for the Grifter City Police Department.

I am Detective Arcadia Morgan of the GCPD and this is my story about how Grifter City began to escape it's dark days.

Author's Note!

Hello! I'm The Fallen Magelet! Funny thing was that I meant to do a Harry Potter SYOC first, but I haven't quite been satisfied with it just yet! XD

So, in the mean time, I was inspired to do a DC fanfic. I realize a lot of these are following superheroes with crazy lives, but I thought "Why not tell a story from the eyes of a detective?". And so Grifter City was born!

This will be a SYOC(Submit Your Own Character). All of this info will be on my profile!

Here are a few rules!

1) I want more villains than heroes! This is a city overrun by the bad guys after all! :)

2) No Mary Sues or Gary Sues welcomed here! I want a diverse range of characters! From a villain who also helps out by acting a bit heroic every now and again to heroes with morality issues!

3) Please be detailed with personality, appearance, and history! It makes everything better when I have details!

4) I'm looking for someone to submit the original hero of Grifter City who disappeared! Please PM if interested in creating this character!

5) I'm also looking for the lead villain who made the original hero disappear! If you are interested in this character, PM me please!

6) I'm looking for a few love interests for Detective Arcadia Morgan. If you are interested in creating this character, PM me!

7) I will be accepting characters through PM only! I want the subjects to read "Grifter City SYOC- Character Name Here, Role". So, if I sent in Cadi, it would read "Grifter City SYOC- Arcadia Jane Morgan, Detective".

8) If you have any questions, please just PM me! I'm pretty fast at replying!

Here is some basic information about Grifter City!

Grifter City- Grifter City is located in Texas and is a very grungy and modern city. The crime rate is extremely high, but many citizens are too afraid to move away. It's located near a massive lake with a dam. Many villains have gain power in the city and even have connections with the mayor, Arnold Wilkens, who is corrupt with greed.

The GCPD- The GCPD is basically crowd control nowadays. They rarely solve crimes committed by anyone with enough money to bribe Mayor Wilkens. The GCPD now only works small time crime and disappearances. Detective Arcadia Morgan is one of a small group of officers who want to bring justice to Grifter City, but have to walk on eggshells to do it. It's run by Chief Victor Barlow.

The Herald Daily Newspaper- This is the local Grifter City newspaper run by a woman named Elise Hart. They write anything from crime, celebrity rumors, and events. They even have advice column that's rather popular.

Grifter City Coffee- The local coffee franchise. Many GCPD officers and villains alike get their daily caffeine fix here. It's considered neutral territory for everyone and it's an unspoken rule not to cause trouble.

Grifter Movie Theaters- A popular venue to watch old films and a few new releases. Cadi often goes there to watch movies on her days off.

Sunshine Cowboy's Burger Joint- Sadly, Grifter City doesn't have a Big Belly Burger. Instead they have Sunshine Cowboy's Burger Joint, a rather popular hit with the locals. Their most popular items are the Jalapeño Sunshine Burger, the Cheddar Chili Burger, the Frito Onion Ring Pie, and the Peppermint Brownie Shake.

Grifter City Dam & Lake- The Lake is a hangout for all the young folk of Grifter City in the late spring, summer, and fall seasons. They go swimming and diving off ledges for fun while some go waterskiing and boating. The Dam is popular for the older crowd who usually walk it with their dogs or go jogging for exercise. But this place has a dark secret.

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Name: Arcadia Jane Morgan

Nickname(s): Cadi, Arc, Morgan, Detective, Detective Morgan, Lady Detective

Age: 25

Gender: Female

Sexuality: Heterosexual

Occupation: Detective with the GCPD

Appearance: Arcadia is a petite young woman with fair skin and a round face dusted with dark freckles on her cheeks and nose. She has soft green eyes and chin length curly dusty brown hair. Cadi stands at about 5'3" tall and has a slender, rectangle frame. She is left-handed and nearsighted.

Personality: Arcadia Morgan is a stubborn, nosy, persistent young woman who always seems to find herself knee deep in trouble. She just can't seem to help herself when someone tells her not to get involved. She can be sarcastic and most of her jokes flop despite her best effort at being funny. Cadi is reckless and insubordinate, doing things her way and always after the truth. Her serious demeanor when on duty always surprises her friends. She'll often chase bad guys, whether they be a simple purse snatcher or a crazy, weapon-wielding villain, even when she is off duty. She doesn't like ignoring the problems of the city, but has to try and figure out a way to get justice while keeping her job. She is a quick and creative thinker, always trying to use her surroundings and what's on hand to her advantage. Arcadia has a controlled temper, always using her imagination to relax her before she blows her top. She can be a bit dark with her thoughts, like the few times she thinks about dunking Chief Barlow in a gator-infested pool when he threatens her job. Her stubborn streak nearly gets her killed regularly and shee refuses to compromise her beliefs or fall to the level of corrupt cops. Cadi often listens to music when she is going over evidence and filing reports. She is actually kinda awkward around guys who flirt with her, always blushing and stumbling over her words. Cadi doesn't cry often, but always seems to let the waterworks go when she is alone.

Likes: Detective Novels, Fantasy Novels, Supernatural Novels, Action Movies, Martial Arts Movies, Musicals, K-Dramas, Alternative Rock Music, Alternative Pop Music, Indie Pop/Rock Music, Ska Punk Music, Anime, Manga, Cats, Sunshine Cowboy's Burger Joint, Coffee, Mangos, Cooking, Swimming, Jogging, Judo, Justice, Truth

Dislikes: American Soap Operas, Historical Novels, Horror Novels, Horror Movies, Blood, Blind Dates, Cheaters, Heights, Spiders, Snakes, Scorpions, Small Spaces, Broccoli, Berries Of Any Kind, People Sitting On Her Desk, Clothes Shopping

Citizen Clothing Style: While off duty, Cadi dresses rather lazily. She'll just toss on a shirt, a pair of old jeans that have seen better days, an ankle holster for her pistol, and a pair of sandals with a straw cowboy hat to block the sun from her eyes. She usually sleeps in one of her mom's old concert t-shirts, a pair of cotton shorts, and goofy socks.

Citizen Work Clothing Style: While on duty, Arcadia dresses to impress. She is usually seen in a crisp blouse, slacks, a blazer, and a pair of flats. She also wears a belt with a holster for her gun and badge.

Citizen Accessories: Usually her violet framed glasses to correct her vision and a few barrettes to keep her curls out of her face. Also carries a big, patchwork purse.

Hero, Villain, or Citizen?: Citizen

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Powers/Abilities/Skills: Judo, Hand-to-Hand Combat, Precognition(Temperamental), Retrocognition(Temperamental), Clairvoyance(Under Control), Markswoman With Gun

Weaknesses: Human, Anemic, Bad Ankles

Fears: Small Enclosed Spaces, Snakes, Spiders, Scorpions, Heights, Losing An Innocent, Failing To Protect Innocents

Fighting Style: She usually just fights to disable and disarm her opponent. But if she can't fight straight forward, she gets creative.

Gear/Weapons/Vehicles: Carries a police issued gun and a small personal pistol along with pepper spray, a taser, a baton, and a smartphone. Drives a cream colored 2006 Volkswagen Beetle Turbo S. Also has a bulletproof vest.

Motive For Their Choices: She wants to continue her father's work of keeping Grifter City safe.

History: Arcadia Morgan was born and raised in Grifter City, Texas. Her father, David Morgan, was the chief of the GCPD and her mother, Willow Morgan, was a Music & Arts columnist for the Herald Daily. She had a brother who was 8 years older than her by the name of Eric Morgan. She grew up in a time where Grifter City struggled with crime and corruption. Her father was an inspiration to many, trying to keep the streets clean. But then superheroes and villains began to appear in Grifter City. When Arcadia turned 17, the Hero of Grifter City first appeared after her brother moved away to Europe to become a writer. The hero was just a teen and managed to clean up the city by the time Cadi turned 22. But after Arcadia turned 23 and had joined the force as a rookie cop, the Hero of Grifter City vanished after a fight with a powerful villain. Her father died that day along with many of Grifter City's finest. She decided then that she didn't want to see anyone suffer again and tried her best to fight against the dark days that fell over the city. She eventually got promoted to detective and found herself introduced to the corruption that riddled the Grifter City government.

Family: David Morgan(Father- Deceased), Willow Morgan(Mother- Alive), Eric Morgan(Older Brother- Alive)

Friends: Allison Wilder(Barista at Grifter City Coffee), Jacob Quentin(Fellow Detective in the GCPD), Eliza Gear(Bartender)

Thoughts on Grifter City: It is her home, but it's infected with corruption and evil. She just wants to see it shine once again like it did with the Hero of Grifter City.

Thoughts on the GCPD: Corrupt, but it's the only place where she can do some good.

Thoughts on Detective Arcadia Morgan: N/A

Relationship with the GCPD: It's relatively good. Because David Morgan was rather popular and respected, even the corrupt cops want her on the force even if it's for the sake of using her as a poster girl at times. She often gets into trouble with Chief Barlow when she goes against his orders, but she'll gratefully take the extra paperwork if it means she can continue being on the force.

Relationship with Detective Arcadia Morgan: N/A

Romance?: Definitely. :P

Any Story Lines You Wish To See?: Top Secret

Are You Ok With This Character Dying Or Being Injured Severely?: Well... Not dying... Who would tell the story then, eh?