National City
General Info
| City | National City |
|---|---|
| Area/Region | California |
| Country | United States |
| Website | www.nationalcityca.gov |
| Latitude | [object Object] |
| Longitude | [object Object] |
| Postal Code | 91950 |
| Location Name | National City |
Overview
The city is also home to landmarks such as the prestigious CatCo Worldwide Media, a multi-million dollar media conglomerate, and the DEO's national urban headquarters, which is the city's main extraterrestrial response and surveillance center. Additionally, the Luthor Corp, led by the infamous Luthor family, is a prominent figure on the city's skyline as a symbol of power and influence.
Despite its thriving environment, National City has faced many threats, from natural disasters to alien invasions, and the city has often been protected by Supergirl and her team. Home to a variety of species, including humans and aliens, National City is a symbol of the constant challenges, struggles, and triumphs these inhabitants face in their pursuit of harmony and unity. Finally, National City is more than just a setting, it's also a character in the immersive history of the Arrowverse, providing the backdrop for many heroic adventures.
History
In its early years, National City had its fair share of crime. But the real meaning exploded when the hero known as Supergirl appeared. Hailing from the planet Krypton, Kara Zor-El was sent to Earth to protect her younger cousin Kal-El. Instead, she was trapped in the Phantom Zone for 24 years. When she finally arrived on Earth, she was adopted by the Danvers family and hid her powers for over ten years. Kara's decision to unleash her powers changed the landscape of the city. National City became a place where aliens could feel safe. Kara, who worked at the Department of Paranormal Operations and later at CatCo Worldwide Media, made the city a beacon of hope and a symbol of justice.
Major events shaped National City, such as The Invasion, where an alliance of different alien races called the Dominators wreaked havoc. This was followed by Crisis on Earth-X, a Nazi invasion from an alternate universe, and Elseworlds, where reality was altered by Dr. Giovanni Deegan. Despite these challenges, the residents of National City have shown resilience. The city has also been the battlefield of many wars, such as the Project Cadmus conflict and the Daxamite invasion. But each challenge only brought the townspeople closer together.
National City remains menacing, with its final stand against the "Crisis of Infinite Earths," an annihilating threat to the multiverse. Through it all, Supergirl, her allies, and the citizens of the city stand strong, proving that National City is more than just a place on an arrow—it's a symbol of hope, resilience, and inclusion in the face of adversity. The history forever intertwined with the Girl of Steel is an inspiring monument to both established and emerging heroes.
Background
In the 20th century, the city struggled with economic decline, environmental problems and rising crime. This led to a new era of dedicated law enforcement and heroes like Supergirl to protect citizens. National City is now home to the Department of Extranormal Operations (DEO), which is the first line of defense against alien threats.
However, National City is not all about advocacy and law enforcement. Media powerhouses CatCo Worldwide Media and Obsidian Tech are shaping the city's business environment, leveraging technological innovation and media control, and paving the way for the city's smart future.
Ironically, National City is famous for its large alien population, making it one of the first cities on Earth to not only welcome aliens into society, but also protect them with an equal rights law.
Historic landmarks like the Pulitzer Prize-winning CatCo Worldwide Media and the state-of-the-art virtual reality headquarters of Obsidian Tech add to the city's unique character. But none of them surpass the symbol of hope that hovers above: the figure of Supergirl, who protects the people of National City and constantly reminds us that no matter how dangerous the journey, the destination can still be a safe haven.