Jun
25
2010
Friday Photo: Kryptonite
I’m not well versed in Superman trivia, but when I saw this lichen on a rock during a recent hike, I immediately thought: Kryptonite! It was almost glowing from the rock’s surface; I assume it is “young” lichen, as other nearby rocks sported the less spectacular sea foam-colored lichen. Isn’t nature cool?
Lichen – a.k.a. “Kryptonite” photo taken at Saddle Knoll in Pinal County, Arizona.
Consider this, writers: Kryptonite is the one true weakness of Superman, an otherwise unassailable hero. What are the weaknesses of your novel’s “super” heroes? Remember: they have to have fatal flaws/weaknesses to be believable.
June 28th, 2010 at 5:29 am
what an intriguing photo! Reminds me of John Wyndham’s earlier work, ‘The Trouble with Lichen’
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June 28th, 2010 at 8:26 am
E.Lee,
What a great comparison. I wasn’t familiar with the novel, but after reading a synopsis, I’m intrigued: the key to anti-aging was right beneath my nose in the form of lichen and its chemical properties!
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July 1st, 2011 at 10:01 am
thats so cool…i wonder if kryptonite had a weakness…
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Melissa Reply:
July 2nd, 2011 at 7:44 pm
I’m not up on my Superman facts. Interesting question, though!
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