# Middle School Superheroes 'Electron Boy' is Seattle's Savior for a Day Thanks to Make-A-Wish By Michael Hines | Published 2010-05-03 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electron-boy References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2010/05/01/electron-boy-saves-seattle/) & [seattletimes.nwsource](http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2011740342_electronboy30m.html) Electron Boy is the most elaborate Make-A-Wish wish I have ever heard about. Meeting Madonna is nowhere near as cool as this story. Electron Boy, a.k.a Erik Martin, is a 13-year-old who has liver cancer. Erik had always dreamed of [being a superhero](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuck-e-cheese-superman), and last Thursday he got his wish granted. Epically granted. Highways were shut down as Electron Boy and his police escorts rode to rescue the [Seattle Sounders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/banned-book-campaign) who were trapped in Qwest Field. The day also included a showdown with two [super villains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-heroes-vs-villains) and a key to the city for Erik. Click the links to read more about this heartwarming tale. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Personalized Wish Fulfillment:** The trend of fulfilling unique, personalized wishes for those facing adversity, like Electron Boy's superhero dream, will continue to grow. - **Virtual Events for Charity:** The trend of virtual events and fundraisers for charities, like Electron Boy's superhero experience, will expand in the wake of the pandemic. - **Healthtech for Children:** Development of child-friendly healthtech tools and experiences, like Electron Boy's superhero adventure, will become increasingly important. ### Who This Affects Most - **Nonprofit and Charitable Organizations:** Nonprofit and charitable organizations can partner with local communities and businesses to create unforgettable experiences like Electron Boy's superhero adventure. - **Entertainment and Events:** Entertainment and event companies can offer unique, immersive experiences like Electron Boy's superhero adventure to create unforgettable memories. - **Healthcare and Hospitals:** Hospitals and healthcare providers can incorporate personalized and child-friendly experiences in treatment, similar to Electron Boy's superhero adventure, to improve patient mental well-being and overall outcomes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Superhero-Themed Hospital Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sickkids-foundation-ad.md) - [Empowering Wish Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/women-for-wishes.md) - [Charitable Children-Focused Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-wish-a-week.md) - [Heartfelt Message Hotlines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-wish-line.md) - [Electric Superhero Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-scooter-for-kids.md) - [Do-Good Metaverse Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comic-relief-us-and-nickelodeon.md) - [Superhero-Inspired Water Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maverick-gt-stormy-knight.md) - [Superhero-Inspired Cheesesteak Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-shazamwich.md) - [Child President Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/president-for-a-day.md)