Elian Gonzales

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Elian Gonzales, a sweet and adventurous eight-year-old, was born with damaged legs and a unique ability to communicate with machines. Living in the Bolivian Amazon, his life takes a dramatic turn during the Amazon Wars. Forced to flee to Chile, he finds a mentor in Rey, who helps him harness his immense, uncontrollable power. Nicknamed "Destroyer," Elian grapples with his abilities and fears, all while maintaining a childlike innocence and curiosity. As the most powerful member of the Harbingers, his journey is pivotal to stopping the impending catastrophe known as the Unravelling.


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"The Harbingers" follows extraordinary children from across the solar system whose powers grow stronger together. Elian, the most powerful but with the least control of his abilities, works with the others to stop the Unravelling. Can they save humanity or will their combined strength lead to its destruction?

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Elian Gonzales, born in a small Bolivian village, is a special child unable to walk without crutches but gifted with unique abilities his people revere. Forced to flee during the Amazon Wars, he finds refuge with Rey, a mentor who helps him harness his powers. Together, they connect with other Harbingers, embarking on a mission to save humanity from the Unravelling. Elian is the most powerful member of the Harbingers, but has the least control over his abilities.

Faction Allegiance

Sub-faction:

Off-Worlder (0): Elian, taught to view Off-worlder ideals skeptically, remains uninvolved with this faction due to his upbringing and immediate challenges on Earth.

Transhumanist (1): While not aligned with Transhumanist ideology, Elian understands the value of technological enhancements for medical purposes due to his own disability.

Paradisian (5): Raised in a Paradisian state and influenced by its ideals, Elian finds refuge and guidance in Rey's Paradisian-themed museum.

Ecclesian (0): Hunted by the Ecclesia due to a Future Now prediction, Elian fears their intentions and seeks to avoid their grasp.

Traditionalists (4): Elian cares deeply for his Traditionalist village community, which views his abilities with wonder and respect.

Credits

Story by {name}

The Harbingers Book written by Conor McCreery

Ava Thumbnail by Vivian

Art by Future Now Collective

World by Future Now Commons

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