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Ellie Valdanié: The Flickering Hope

Ellie Valdanié grew up on the fringes of a world steeped in secrets, hardened by the brutal loss of her family and the constant threat of pursuit. Forced into a life of survival, she became skilled in evasion and self-defence, yet remained grounded by a relentless desire to find meaning amid the turmoil that surrounds her. Ellie is fierce, resourceful, and intuitive—qualities that have kept her alive but have also fueled her curiosity about the truth behind her mysterious origins.

As she uncovers fragments of her past, Ellie begins to sense a larger purpose calling her forward, one tied to the very fabric of a society she barely understands. Her path unfolds into one of resilience and rebellion, not by choice but by necessity, as she confronts both inner doubts and external enemies. Through every hardship, she finds allies in unlikely places and learns to harness her strengths in pursuit of a world beyond oppression and control. Determined yet compassionate, Ellie embodies the hope of a freer future, even as her journey pulls her into an unknown darkness.

Character Design, early visual concepts

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