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POI Dossier - Ethan Kane

Document: GEN-PROFILE-00788
Category: Arcane Operatives
Clearance Level: RESTRICTED | GEN-MAGITECH
Version: 1.0

Dossier: Ethan Kane

Designation: Arcane-Enhanced Operative | Pilot | Field Mechanic
Classification: Arcane User with Fey Pact
Status: Active
Last Known Location: Mobile, operating with the Defiant Order

Personal Profile

  • Full Name: Ethan Kane
  • Title: Pilot | Mechanic | Arcane User
  • Pronouns: He/Him
  • Age: 35
  • Affiliation: Defiant Order | Genesis Command

Summary Assessment

Ethan Kane is a combat pilot and field mechanic who possesses arcane abilities tied to a Fey pact made during a near-death experience. Born in Canaan, Ethan’s life has been shaped by conflict, from the Palmora Wars to the cosmic horrors of the Scream and the Tear. His pact with a Fey entity, known as Selothi, has imbued him with uncontrollable arcane power, making him both a valuable asset and a potential liability in high-stakes scenarios.

Ethan’s arcane abilities manifest unpredictably, bending physical laws and triggering phenomena such as object transmutation, levitation, and psychic insight. These powers are unstable without Genesis-supplied inhibitors, which are currently unavailable on Thea. His struggles with control have led to catastrophic incidents, including the destruction of a military hangar and loss of life, resulting in his discharge from the Canaan military and subsequent recruitment by Genesis.

Despite his haunted past and self-doubt, Ethan remains committed to the Defiant Order, determined to master his abilities and protect those around him. His technical expertise and combat experience make him an integral member of the squad, though the true cost of his Fey pact remains unknown.

Key Concern: Ethan’s uncontrollable arcane abilities, combined with his unresolved trauma and Selothi’s influence, require close monitoring to ensure operational stability.

Attributes

Strengths:

  1. Arcane Potential: Possesses raw arcane power capable of bending physics and disrupting enemy operations.
  2. Combat Expertise: Skilled pilot and mechanic with extensive experience in aerial and ground engagements.
  3. Resilient Spirit: Despite his struggles, Ethan exhibits remarkable perseverance and a commitment to his squad.

Weaknesses:

  1. Unstable Arcane Abilities: Lacks formal training, resulting in unpredictable and dangerous outbursts of power.
  2. Fey Pact Influence: Selothi’s motivations and the full extent of her control over Ethan remain unclear.
  3. Guilt and Trauma: Carries emotional scars from past incidents, which can affect decision-making under stress.

Operational Role

Arcane-Enhanced Operative: Ethan’s arcane abilities, though volatile, provide unique advantages in combat and technical scenarios. His power to manipulate physical laws has disrupted enemy tactics and bolstered squad operations.

Pilot and Mechanic: A trained pilot with experience in bombers and aerial combat, Ethan also serves as the Defiant Order’s mechanic, maintaining mechs and other critical systems.

Relationship with Selothi:

  • Pact Origins: Ethan’s pact with Selothi occurred during a near-death experience following an aerial crash in Apostle territory. Selothi offered him a second chance at life, a gift that left him marked with arcane power.
  • Manifestations: Ethan’s abilities range from transmutation to energy projection, but their use often triggers uncontrollable phenomena.
  • Unresolved Debt: Selothi’s long-term intentions remain ambiguous, leaving Ethan uncertain about the price of his survival.

Behavioral Analysis

Personality Type: Introspective Mystic

  • Key Traits: Thoughtful, intuitive, driven, and visionary.

  • Strengths: Deep connection to paracasual forces, insightful planning, and deterministic

  • Weaknesses: Internalizes struggles, prone to overthinking.

Public Persona: Ethan presents himself as dependable and level-headed, masking his inner turmoil with professionalism. He rarely discusses his Fey pact or the full extent of his abilities, preferring to focus on his technical and combat contributions.

Internal Assessment: Ethan struggles with guilt and fear over his arcane abilities, particularly the harm they have caused in the past. His reliance on inhibitors reflects his desperation to maintain control, but the absence of these on Thea has heightened his anxiety and self-doubt.

Notable Incidents

  1. Hangar Explosion: An uncontrolled arcane outburst during maintenance triggered a catastrophic fireball, destroying a bomber and killing several squad mates. This incident led to Ethan’s discharge from the Canaan military​.
  2. Selothi Encounter: Ethan’s pact with Selothi occurred in a surreal, dream-like realm following a plane crash. Her gift of survival came with the burden of unstable arcane power
  3. Defiant Order Integration: Recruited by Genesis after his discharge, Ethan’s inhibitors initially controlled his abilities. However, the Jaunt to Thea has left him without access to these, increasing the volatility of his powers​.

Unresolved Points

  1. Selothi’s Intentions: The Fey entity’s ultimate goals and the full extent of her influence over Ethan remain unclear.
  2. Long-Term Arcane Stability: Without access to inhibitors or formal training, Ethan’s abilities may continue to pose risks to himself and others.
  3. Impact on the Squad: Ethan’s fear of becoming a liability could undermine his confidence and relationships within the Defiant Order.

Recommendations

  1. Arcane Training: Secure resources to provide Ethan with formal arcane training, potentially through Thea’s Iterators or Messummur’s psionic researchers.
  2. Pact Investigation: Explore avenues to understand Selothi’s nature and her long-term plans for Ethan.
  3. Team Support: Encourage squad cohesion to help Ethan integrate and mitigate the psychological impact of his abilities.

END OF ENTRY
Transmission Key: GEN-ARC//ETHAN-KANE
Maintained By: Division Arbiter Corps
Last Revision Date: 3.476|7E15

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