Brendan Rooney

Brendan Rooney has always been full of creativity and enthusiasm towards the world of widespread media. He is also a passionate comic book fan along with a die-hard sports pedigree. Brendan has written various articles covering all topics and dreams of forging a long-lasting legacy by bringing respect to the Rooney name as either a teacher, journalist, or whatever else the future holds. Brendan plans to graduate from Westfield State University in the spring of 2022 with a degree in English and a minor in Journalism.

Embers

Photo from Never Idle Journal

The fire feels so warm tonightThe extent and potency of the heat was so intenseIt could keep you warmAll winter long even in the coldest environmentThe cold icy chill of death wouldn’t be able to reach the toasty soul residing in oneEmbers were sprining to life from the palace of the pitLaughter could be heard in the distance A perfect scene was unfoldingA image was painted before the glossy eyesOf everyone sipping away the fears of realityOne constant remained though The ripe color transitioning from a deep bright orange to a crisp yellow It was truly a sight to see However the minute other

‘Stargirl’ renewed for season 2

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Stargirl will only return on The CW. Photo courtesy DC Universe
Stargirl will only return on The CW. Photo courtesy DC Universe

Courtney Whitmore and the Justice Society of America (JSA) can rest easy tonight due to the fact that their future is secured. The hit series ‘Stargirl’ has been given a second season on The CW. The news was revealed late this afternoon by Deadline. 

Choices by Brendan Rooney

Crossroads in Life from "Empowered"
Crossroads in Life from "Empowered"

Have you ever thought about who will come after you when your gone Your soul purged of all sin Purity in full force getting rid of the guilt bound to your heart Have you ever thought about how your kids will grow and blossom like flowersBudding and thriving with potential Knowing they carry your genes  Have you ever thought about family Blood or non Have you ever thought about the bonds with friends Do you wonder if your friends will leave If your heart starts to decay If your tongue oozes lies Have you ever wondered about the connection of morality Between those closest and chained to your heart Have you ever strived

The Simplicity of Humanity

A person sits on a hillside looking at the Milky Way. Getty Images
A person sits on a hillside looking at the Milky Way. Getty Images

A mask is an object of life and personalityA Persona is hidden underneath the course driven materialA design could be imprinted on either the front or the inside of the objectA soul can be tainted from the diction of lies that one spews in their lifeA Lie could bind and sew the stitches of hypocrisyThe ideal of hypocrisy seeps into the skin of the individualA truth is vital to extinguish the sovereign of tears being drained from the heartA choice can also dispel away the blood stained memories attached to usAn Innocence resides on the scale of purity chained to

Doom Patrol season 2: Fear and loathing

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Photo courtesy DC Universe

Remember the time when the summer would be filled to the brim with various block-busters? In many ways it feels so long ago — the concept of going to a theater, taking in the atmosphere, was a sight to behold.

The Last of Us 2 review: Humanity at its lowest

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Image courtesy Sony/Naughty Dog

In all honesty, did the ‘Last of Us’ feel like it needed a sequel? The answer may shock you. In my opinion, it’s complicated to say the least. No matter what side you supported Naughty Dog still heard your cries of emotion, from tears of joy to even the lonesome complainants and the unthinkable happened — a sequel was in the works.

Stargirl: Fiction or reality?

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Courtney Whitmore/Stargirl is played by Brec Bassinger. Photo courtesy The CW

Stargirl is a great show that’s creative in the concept of execution and innovative with their world building.

Batwoman: The cape & cowl conspiracy of Ruby Rose

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Photo courtesy Warner Bros. Home Entertainment

Remember the time when Batwoman was the new kid on the block for the “Arrowverse”? Batwoman, also known as Kate Kane, was first introduced during the 2018 Elseworlds crossover. The best possible way to explain Elseworlds, in a nutshell, is that it’s the CW’s small scale version of the Infinity War event from the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). 

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