VANITY

An apocalypse looms over the world of Nanda. ALEXANDER ASHFORD, the CEO of a demon-hunting agency, will stop at nothing to find THE SPARK, the one thing his assistant, a man who "sees," says will stop it.

When a woman from his past reemerges in his dreams warning him of danger, MARCUS FORD, an ex-con turned professional house-sitter, meets with his witch friend to track down his DREAM GIRL at long last. Their spell awakens a dark power within him, painting a big red target on his back. When an illegal demon corners him, Marcus's powers activate and destroy the demon. Watching it is ASHKII, an islander searching for his father-figure. Ashkii calls Marcus one of "the seven," a group of people holding a special power within them, a group that includes Ashkii himself and his sister, who is none other than Marcus's Dream Girl. Ignoring his friend's advice to lay low, Marcus and Ashkii set out to find a way to open the Mindbox Dream Girl is sealed in, and the other five. But they're attacked by more demon thugs and this time their powers fail them. In the nick of time, they're rescued by Alex Ashford, who after seeing Marcus's powers firsthand, becomes convinced he knows where The Spark is and won't take "I don't know," for an answer. Marcus and Ashkii find themselves trapped in a mansion overflowing with demons. By the night's end, Alex is dead, his assistant revealing himself to be a Greater Demon who'd set his sights on Alex in order to take his body. Now his sights are set on Marcus, convinced he is the messiah who will destroy him. Joined by the widow of Alex Ashford, CHELSIA ASHFORD and an unemployed reporter, DOYLE MALICK, Marcus and Ashkii embark on a quest to find the remaining seven and free Dream Girl before the greater demon gets to them first, whose permeant escape from Hell would have catastrophic consequences for Nanda and the seven are all that stand in his way.

MARCUS FORD
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After spending 10 years in prison for armed robbery, Marcus has gotten a fresh start in the city of Bridgeford. He has a steady job housesitting professionally, pays his rent on time, and has rekindled some old friendships. One night, a girl in his dreams warns him of trouble. With the help of his best friend, he attempts to track down his "Dream Girl." The spell misfires and awakens a horrible darkness within him, a power of which other beings are in pursuit.

Marcus's element is , a power that comes from outer space, repelled by the planet . His Essence powers are mostly offensive and his Abilities are , although he does learn his share of healing and support.

NEVENE
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Nevene grew up on an island along with Ashkii, where she was raised by a man named Leo. She never knew her parents, or anyone besides herself, Ashkii and Leo, making for a lonely childood. In her youth, she learned that she could communicate with other kids like herself in their dreams, taking a liking to one boy in particular. When Leo discovered this, he forbade her from using her powers, saying that if the "seven" were reunited, it would doom the planet. Known as "the spark," she was sealed away to prevent the apocalypse. After a 15-year absence, she begs for Marcus's help, but is it in his best interests?

Nevene's element is , a power that comes from the heavens and is weakened by magic. Her Essence is geared towards healing, and her Abilities require to use of weapons.

CHELSIA ASHFORD
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As the wife of professional demon slayer Alexander Ashford, Chelsia has enjoyed a life of luxury she never dreamt of growing up on her parents' farm. Attracted to Alex's drive and ambition, she has
always remained by his side. But as his business grows, the less she likes the man it's turning him into. When her husband is ripped from her life, she's forced to stand on her own for the first time. Is she up to the task?

Chelsia's element is , a power that comes from Hell and is repelled by the forces of Heaven. Her Essence are offensive and inflicts numerous status abnormalities on its target, including curses. Her abilities require the use of weapons.

ASHKII
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Ashkii grew up on an island with Nevene under the watchful eye of Leo. Using him to find Nevene, Leo quit his pursuit of "the seven" soon afterwards, apparently deciding against it. For decades, Ashkii, Nevene and Leo lived in peace until they were attacked by men searching for something they called, "the Spark". Attempting to defend Leo, Ashkii was shot and left for dead. Nursed back to health by Eden's natural energies, Ashkii left the island for the first time in a quest for revenge, but will he get more than he bargained for?

Ashkii's element is , a power influenced by the Moon's energy that is overshadowed by the . His Essence is both supporting and offensive, and he fights with abilities.

DOYLE MURPHY
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Since losing his job, Doyle spends most of his time drowning away his sorrows with what's left of his savings. He introduces himself to any-and-everyone, hoping to find his way in the world. Fashioning himself a "Demon expert," he leaped at the opportunity to help Marcus and Ashkii on their quest. Is this the direction he's been looking for?

Doyle's element is , a power that comes from the sun but is resisted by the . His Essence and abilities are primarily offensive with few supporting abilities. He fights with weapons.

BILLY SHAW
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Once, Billy was a construction worker taking care of his wife and young child. While at work, a demon went on a killing spree and his wife and child caught its murdering eye. In the years following the tragedy, Billy became an independent demon hunter. Seeing his work first-hand, the director of a Security Agency offered him a job on the spot. His current client is Erika Rosamond, but do they have more than a professional relationship and what could that mean for his career, or Marcus?

Billy's element is , an infectious nuclear power that's suppressed by . His powerful abilities will slay many a foe, his "Bowl of Life" Essence a lifesaver.

ERIKA ROSAMOND
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Erika and Marcus grew up together in Lunsen. Marcus serving time in prison strained their relationship, despite their best efforts to carry on as normal. A professional witch, Erika dances parttime. Her tendency to stick her nose where it doesn't belong gets her into trouble. Will she dig a hole she can't climb out of?

Erika's element is , which is dissolved by energies. Her essences are attack-based whereas her Abilities are supportive, particularly with regards to her own attributes. She fights with weapons.

RUSSELL "RUSS" GILLMAN
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Growing up, Russ's life was as basic as it got: his parents were strictly middle class, he was a C and B student, and while he wasn't uncool, he couldn't exactly sit at the popular table either. All that changed when, at 16, he was stricken with a strange and mysterious sickness. For months, he felt as though he would explode at any moment. Then, for some unexplained reason, he was cured. Well, mostly. The sickness left a parting gift in the form of magic. Longing for adventure, he quit school and joined the circus, where he's built a name for himself. Believing his popularity has eclipsed that of his troupe's, he's decided to step out on his own. If getting trapped in a devil-worshipping town fronting as a quiet seaside village is of any indication, things appear to be off to a rocky start.

Russell's element is , which is engulfed by . His Essences and Abilities are nearly entirely offensive, with most of them attacking (or healing) an entire group. He fights with weapons.


Features:

Mature, dark storyline.
High modern setting

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