Ash Adler
I. Male lead in Angel Unbound
Job: Rookie Watcher for the Watchers Company
Type of Supernatural: Half-fallen angel, energy manipulation & a knack for spells
Personality: Ash is warm, funny, and quick with a quip even in dire circumstances. He has an easy swagger that masks a genuine sensitivity. He is deeply loyal and protective. He is acutely aware of how he is perceived and is genuinely hurt by it, wanting to be taken seriously. He has a strong moral code, not wanting to break rules until he does, and the one rule he breaks with Zue costs him significantly in terms of his own peace of mind. He is observant, tactically sharp, and physically capable.
Favorite drink & food: Coca-Cola and Ribeye steak and bread pudding
Hobbies & Habits: Horse riding, working out, taking care of his ranch
Primary Motivation: Ash is both a team player and a leader. He wants to be a worthy employee for Elias and wants to be taken seriously. He wants to complete all missions safely. His secondary, more personal motivation is to discharge the constant electric energy inside him in ways that don't harm anyone and to find some form of genuine connection that isn't transactional.
Physical Appearance: Ash has short, cropped dark curls, rich brown skin, silver eyes (his irises flare bright silver when his inner beast or energy surges), and a sculpted body covered in tattoos. He is physically imposing. He is usually in a Stetson and Tecovas.
Heritage: American, Afro-Cubano
Residence: A small ranch outside Tulsa, OK
Strengths and Weaknesses: Strengths: Electric energy manipulation that can be weaponized as concussive blasts, though with significant recoil. Exceptional combat ability, quick tactical thinking, and physical regeneration. Emotional intelligence and genuine warmth that make him an effective team member and communicator. Weaknesses: His energy buildup is a physical liability if not regularly discharged; it can fry power grids if left unchecked. His reputation precedes him in ways that undermine how he is perceived by colleagues and leadership. He is beginning to develop feelings for Zue that he cannot act on, creating an internal conflict.
Books where Ash appears: Angel Unbound (not yet published), Angel Redeemed, Angel Bite, Angel's Salvation, Kiss Of The Raven Witch
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