It had been two and a half decades ever since the discovery of the new element; To which it went by many names, such as being the younger cousin to Helium, Smylie, Experiment '02, with the definitive names for it being "Clowninite".

Why Clowninite? Well, the many side effects and its toils would often have its users act like and turn into a clown that better reflects them in a psychological stance; Especially counting their emotional and mental states. It can range from Scare Clown, Party Clown, Jester, Mime, Pierrot, or any mix depending on imbalance of sorts.

Of course, this can also lead to changes in physical stances; Such as more strength, speed, flexibility, or any other abilities that are extraordinary and extraterrestrial in nature.

All the changes of course are temporary when the Clowninite is in usage; But like many other minerals and drugs, it can get addictive in a way, and change who you are when off it long enough.

..Specifically your psychological and physical state, if you haven't been in the best state before usage in the first place.

It was a conspiracy theory amongst others that either researched Clowninite, or were users of the gas; Mostly in spades throughout the years however.