Les Sapeurs

Les Sapeurs hail from a peculiar Congolese subculture known as Le Sape. The name is actually an acronym of Société des Ambianceurs et des Personnes Élégantes (The Society of Ambiance-Makers and Elegant People). Affecting the manners and dress of European “dandies,” the followers of this mix of social-and-fashion movement see it as a method of resistance against the prejudices and assumptions often leveled at Africans...
With their fancy suits and outrageous focus on manners and style, Les Sapeurs might seem a bit silly to some; however, their decision to cling to the ideals of “proper refined gentlemen” has pushed them to protect the weak and promote education and cultural development. Flashy, strange, and always impeccably dressed, the group has gained a small Internet following they use to increase awareness and support worldwide for fixing problems at home.
Les Sapeurs operate in both the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of the Congo. Their headquarters is located in Brazzaville, the home of the Le Sape movement. The group spends much of their time in the DRC due to its larger size and problems. The group’s members are as follows: • Monsieur Modele, their leader who possesses great strength and near invulnerability • Monsieur Atomique, a charming youth who has radiation powers • Monsieur Machiner, a skilled inventor and their eldest member
Various unpowered members of Le Sape help the group with information and other assistance when possible.