August 5, 2007.  It was a very unassuming day on City of Heroes.  Two players ponder, "Hey, what's with all these supergroups with the strange rules and wacky gimmicks?"  "Yeah, why can't there just be one that's laid back, friendly and most importantly, just wants to play CoH?"  And so it was, Home of the Every Day Hero was created.

Honestly, when the supergroup was just started, I had no clue what it took to make an SG.  In fact, I never could have imagined the incredible journy of going from SG n00b to one of the top SGs on the Victory server (and still growing!). 

Now, a look back (briefly) at some of the more memorable and important figures in HotEDH's lifetime. 

Great Grandpa Rob:  I'm not sure if he was actually a grandpa or just played one.... but he was the one who took that moment and spoke with the SG Registrar to officially establish Home of the Every Day Hero.  His time was brief here, but his mark was left and we're all grateful for that.

Kalt:  The first level 50 in the SG.  Yes, when I and Great Grandpa Rob started out, we were level 20 or so.  SGs sometimes don't have credibility until the big 5 O is in the mix. Not only that, but she played in SG Mode to help with prestige and made possibly the biggest contribution to a new SG:  Kalt single handedly retrieved every exploration badge (which went toward getting every teleport beacon).  So the next time you use that fancy teleporter, you'll know why it's there.

Vexxus:  This seasoned veteran of CoH could have looked for greener pastures on Victory.  Instead, he stuck with HotEDH during it's early days and his imact to the group is still felt.  Like the fancy AES in the meeting room, the nifty Turbine Generator or perhaps the Combat Logs?  Without these items, a massive base could not function.  Vexxus (and some of his alts) dedicated time and resources so our group could enjoy these luxuries.

SOB Ronald:  Where to start.... well, he was (and still is) quite the character.  Foul mouthed, burger eating bad-ass, and probably the most recognized character to bear the HotEDH name.  Players on Victory still speak of Ronald, even when he's not around.  No thanks to that damned Sunstorm!  ;-)

FerricGuy:  One of the top prestige contributors to the SG, this Canuck didn't take crap from anyone.  He was the enforcer of the SG, at times, but a true team leader that wanted the best for the SG.  He was a cornerstone of the SG for a long time, and without his dedication, we most certainly would not be the SG we are today.

Warseige:  Another cornerstone of the group, Warseige has remained a big piece to the HotEDH puzzle.  A leader by example, he epitomized the concept of a tight-knit, friendly supergroup.  One interesting tidbit, Warseige was the founder of the Home of the Every Day Villain (our VG counterpart). 

Not so honorable mentions: 
-Flaming Pheonix:  If you remember this guy, take a moment to have a good laugh.  Yes, the perpetual "PL m3h!!1" shrieks still give me headaches.  n00bs and begging, gotta love it.  Thanks Flaming Pheonix, because of your love of leeching, we will forever have an inside joke.

August 5, 2008.  One year later.  Today, we're the 30th ranked Supergroup on the Victory server.  Take a moment to digest that.  Damn!  I personally want to take a moment to thank all the members, past and present, for your time and dedication to the Supergroup.  Obviously, one person couldn't do that themeselves.  No, it's a group effort, I feel we have an awesome group here.  So here's to another great year at Home of the Every Day Hero!

-Pyro Kinesis