Watch Superheroes Rappel Texas Hospital

In a city as big as Houston, you'd think the biggest headlines would be about new skyscrapers, barbecue joints, or maybe an epic rodeo—but then, superheroes literally drop in. You can check out the amazing video by scrolling down.

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This Tuesday, the patients at MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Hospital looked out their windows and saw something that made their jaws drop: Batman, Spider-Man, and a few other superhero buddies rappelling down the side of the building.

No, this wasn't a new Marvel movie premiere. It was a real-life dose of courage and joy brought directly to the kids fighting their own battles inside the hospital. The usual daily view—maybe some clouds, maybe a few city buildings—turned into a full-blown comic book panel as caped crusaders took to the glass, waving and high-fiving through the windows. Imagine the surprise on those young faces as Spider-Man stopped mid-swing to give a thumbs-up. Pure magic.

Seeing their favorite heroes right outside the window was the perfect escape for some of these kids, who spend days, weeks, or even longer in treatment. Superheroes are a pretty big deal for kids, and when those heroes seem to come right out of the pages or the screen and dangle just a few feet away, they’ll remember it forever. Not only did these masked marvels break the hospital routine, but they also brought a boost of positivity and a reminder of the strength each child already has inside.

Check out the video below: