# Real Life Super Heros Pheonix Jones is an Everyday Guy with Super Aspirations By Jordan M | Published 2011-01-08 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phoenix-jones References: [theinternettoday.net](http://theinternettoday.net/videos/real-life-super-hero-helps-stop-crime-in-seattle/) & [dailymail](http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1344136/Phoenix-Jones-Real-life-superhero-chases-car-thief-Seattle.html) Pheonix Jones and his band of civilian caped crusaders might sound like something inspired from the pages of a [comic book](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-heroes-vs-villains), but that's only because they are. Armed with suits that have [bullet-proof technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/armortex-jacket) and other crime-fighting gadgets like a taser baton, Jones and his mysterious companions stroll the streets of Lynnwood, Washington, looking for crime to deter or defuse. But as they all have some form of [martial arts training](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/group-fitness-studio) or military background, they are not merely comic fanboys looking to recreate the adventures of their favorite heroes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Humor](https://www.trendhunter.com/humor) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Civilians as Crimefighters:** An emerging trend of ordinary individuals taking on the role of superheroes by actively fighting crime in their communities. - **Technology-enhanced Crime-fighting Gear:** The development and use of advanced, bullet-proof technology and innovative crime-fighting gadgets to enhance personal safety and effectiveness. - **Community-led Vigilantism:** The rise of grassroots movements where communities come together to address local crime issues through self-organized crime-fighting efforts. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Personal Security:** The personal security industry can explore opportunities in developing and marketing advanced, bullet-proof technology and crime-fighting gadgets to individuals concerned about their safety. - **Martial Arts and Self-defense Training:** Martial arts and self-defense training businesses can capitalize on the growing interest in becoming superheroes by offering specialized classes and certification programs. - **Community Safety Advocacy:** Organizations and startups focusing on community safety can provide platforms and resources that enable community-led vigilantism and support individuals looking to actively fight crime in their neighborhoods. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Action Film-Inspired Tabletop Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tabletop-rpg.md) - [Superhero Snack Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-ghost-chilli-chicken-wings.md) - [Superhero-Inspired Cheesesteak Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-shazamwich.md) - [Comic-Themed RPG Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jam-city.md) - [Empowering Superhero-Inspired Shapewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inner-armour.md) - [Comic Book Character Cereals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dc-strong-berry-capn-crunch.md) - [Superhero-Inspired Water Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maverick-gt-stormy-knight.md) - [Cartoon Superhero Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crimson-hawk-ranger.md) - [Classic Superhero-Inspired Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-hungry-for-heroes.md)