Berlin, 1945: British war hero Maximan lies defeated at the feet of German 'Ubermensch' Masterman. His victory is short-lived, as the allies drop a nuclear bomb in their location, killing both men. Over forty years later, the world has become all-too familiar with the existence of superhumans. Now there is only one left - Zenith - an egotistical pop star who is anything but heroic.