Player: @Atlas

NAME: Fernando de la Cruz
KNOWN ALIASES: The Voyager, PROJECT: C A T A L Y S T
PLACE OF BIRTH: Aetheria Prime
AGE: 43
EYE COLOR: Green
HAIR COLOR: Black
HEIGHT: 6'4"
WEIGHT: 250lbs
KNOWN RELATIVES: Victor and Elena de la Cruz (Parents)
SKILLS/ABILITIES: Kinetic Manipulation, Elemental Control, Elite Combat Engineer and Tactical Commander
EQUIPMENT: View Specs & Stats
SUPER GROUP: GEMINI

Introduction

Dr. Fernando de la Cruz, known as The Voyager, is a seasoned scientist and an elite operative of the Interstellar Defense Corps, an organization dedicated to maintaining the fragile stability of the galaxy. Renowned for his expertise in elemental physics and kinetic energy systems, Fernando's innovative work has transformed the ways energy can be harnessed for both technological advancement and military applications. His groundbreaking contributions have established him as a vital player in the galactic campaign.

Years of military service have shaped Fernando into a pragmatic and battle-hardened individual, prioritizing survival over ideals of heroism. His rough demeanor and uncompromising approach to challenges reflect the impact of countless high-stakes missions. While his methods may appear cold or calculated, they are guided by a sharp intellect of unwavering determination to succeed where others might fail.

Fernando's custom-engineered suit, designed to channel electricity and kinetic energy, makes him a formidable force on the battlefield. A blend of science and strategy, the suit embodies his belief in precision and adaptability rather than sheer brute force. Whether dismantling threats in combat or navigating the galaxy's most volatile crises, The Voyager operates with a singular focus: to confront the chaos of an unpredictable universe on his own terms.

Early Life

Fernando de la Cruz was born in the sprawling industrial heartland of Forge Delta, a district on Aetheria Prime renowned for its relentless production of energy cores, starship components, and experimental technologies. While Aetheria’s gleaming capital, Noverra, symbolized privilege and prosperity, Forge Delta was its stark counterpart—a labyrinth of sweat and steel where necessity drove innovation. Fernando’s parents, Elena and Victor de la Cruz worked as maintenance engineers to keep the planet’s towering plasma refineries operational. Their long, grueling shifts under the glow of energy reactors were a sacrifice they willingly made to secure a brighter future for their children.

From a young age, Fernando displayed an exceptional aptitude for mechanics and energy systems. While other children played among the scrap heaps of Forge Delta, he scavenged parts to create rudimentary devices—an energy stabilizer fashioned from discarded plasma coils and a drone crafted from a gutted reactor interface. His ingenuity caught the eye of Dr. Emil Navarro, a researcher from the prestigious Arcanis Institute, during a routine inspection of the district. Recognizing Fernando’s potential, Navarro became his mentor and secured him a scholarship to study at the Institute. At Arcanis, Fernando excelled, delving into advanced studies of energy systems and elemental physics. His groundbreaking theories on converting kinetic force into elemental energy quickly established him as one of Aetheria’s most promising minds. His work attracted the attention of Solari Dynamics, one of the galaxy’s most prominent energy conglomerates, offering him access to cutting-edge resources he had only dreamed of. Yet, Fernando remained wary of the corporate interests, seeking to exploit his innovations for profit.

His life took a tragic turn during the Crucible Conflict, a brutal war ignited by rogue factions targeting Forge Delta’s outer colonies. The violence soon engulfed the industrial district, and during a catastrophic raid, an energy reactor destabilized, claiming the lives of Fernando’s parents. This loss shattered Fernando’s faith in the institutions he once admired. Disillusioned and fueled by grief, he walked away from the promises of corporate wealth and academic prestige, enlisting in the Interstellar Defense Corps.

The Journey

Fernando de la Cruz’s ascent through the Interstellar Defense Corps was defined by ingenuity and unrelenting tenacity, though it was far from smooth. His ability to turn theoretical science into battlefield-ready solutions fast-tracked his rise, with his kinetic energy systems and electric-based weaponry becoming cornerstones of the Corps’ arsenal. While Fernando earned accolades for his tactical innovations, his willingness to bypass protocol and his direct, often abrasive demeanor created tension among his peers and superiors. He was both a celebrated operative and a divisive figure within the Corps.

The Crucible Conflict, a devastating war that claimed his family, sharpened Fernando’s focus into a singular purpose: to prevent others from enduring the same destruction. His custom-engineered suit, capable of harnessing kinetic and electrical energy with devastating precision, symbolized his commitment to this mission. Fernando was a force of adaptation and efficiency on the battlefield, his technological prowess often turning the tide of critical engagements. Yet the toll of the war weighed heavily on him, with every victory marked by the lingering costs of conflict.

The war took a critical turn when the raiders’ true nature was revealed. Far from the power-hungry factions they were believed to be, the aggressors were survivors of a collapsing dimension, their incursions driven by desperation rather than conquest. This revelation was unsettling to Fernando but secondary to the more significant threat they posed. The raiders’ actions, no matter the justification, jeopardized countless lives and destabilized entire colonies. With unwavering resolve, he secured approval to lead a bold campaign into their dying dimension—a strategic gamble to eliminate the threat at its source.

The dimension Fernando entered was a crumbling testament to failure and entropy. Its landscapes, once vibrant with life and innovation, were now overgrown ruins where technology had been salvaged into survival tools. For Fernando, it was a haunting vision of what could happen to Aetheria Prime if stability faltered—a future he was determined to avoid. Armed with his suit and an unyielding drive, he pushed forward, prepared to bring the conflict to an end, even as he began to realize that victory in such a place would come with costs he was not ready to face.

The mission to the collapsing dimension was straightforward: eliminate the raiders destabilizing Aetheria Prime’s colonies and secure the safety of the Corps’ interests. Fernando de la Cruz, tasked with leading the operation, entered the dying world with precision and efficiency as his guiding principles. The dimension’s decayed state—its overgrown ruins, fractured terrain, and erratic energy fields—was an obstacle, not a consideration. His objective was clear: dismantle the raiders’ infrastructure and neutralize the threat they posed, regardless of the environment’s complexities.

The unpredictable terrain and unstable energy systems frequently disrupted his technology, requiring constant recalibrations to maintain functionality. The raiders’ resourcefulness complicated matters further. They used salvaged technology with deadly ingenuity, turning the remnants of their world into weapons and traps that frustrated Fernando’s carefully planned strategies. Yet, for Fernando, these challenges were nothing more than variables to solve—disruptions that delayed his mission but did not change its purpose.

However, the greatest obstacle to his success came in the form of Castilleja, a ranger whose presence seemed to embody the chaos of the dimension itself. Castilleja moved through the ruins with uncanny precision and turned the environment into her greatest weapon. She struck without warning, dismantling Fernando’s forward operations with surgical precision before vanishing into the desolate landscape. Her mastery of scavenged technology and instinctive understanding of the terrain forced Fernando to adapt, though each encounter left him increasingly frustrated by her unpredictable methods.

For Fernando, Castilleja was more than a thorn in his side; she was a puzzle he couldn’t yet solve. Her presence challenged his assumptions about the raiders and their organization. Her tactics lacked the formal military structure yet carried the effectiveness of someone who understood survival in a way Fernando found both maddening and efficient. Though he refused to consider the broader implications of her actions, her persistence began to force cracks in his rigid perspective, leaving him to question her motives and how she had become such a formidable adversary.

The mission’s turning point came when Fernando pushed deeper into the dimension’s core. The sheer scale of the dimension's collapse disrupted his calculated focus on dismantling the raiders’ operations. Energy fields became increasingly unstable, threatening to consume the remnants of the world entirely. With his systems strained and resources dwindling, Fernando was forced to re-evaluate his approach—not out of sympathy, but necessity. Castilleja’s relentless interference only underscored the difficulties of the mission, forcing him to retreat before the operation could fully succeed.

Ultimately, Fernando returned to the Corps with a technically incomplete mission but valuable intelligence about the dimension and its aggressors. Though he viewed the mission as a tactical setback, it planted the seeds of a deeper understanding he would confront later. For now, his focus remained calculated—on to the next task, and the next challenge.

Fernando de la Cruz’s life was in flux following the Crucible Conflict, a war that had left both personal and professional scars. While his innovations within the Interstellar Defense Corps earned him recognition, his disillusionment with the bureaucracy and lingering grief from the war began to take a toll. Amid this turmoil, Fernando found himself haunted by an increase in the unexplained visions he had experienced sporadically throughout his life. These fleeting, vivid flashes of purpose seemed disconnected from reality, and he dismissed them as distractions—a product of an overburdened mind.

Everything changed with the unexpected arrival of Alyxandra Lykaios. Her appearance coincided almost eerily with Fernando’s visions, marking the start of a fateful encounter. Alyxandra sought his expertise for a dire mission: to descend into hell itself and rescue her sister, Odessa. Though skeptical of the impossible nature of her request, Fernando could not ignore the enigmatic pull of Valenzia, a mysterious figure whose influence seemed to echo through both Alyxandra’s plea and his own unexplainable visions.

Reluctantly, Fernando agreed, joining Alyxandra in assembling a team for the perilous journey. The group included Warren Asaad, a stoic and enigmatic operative; Violetta Ravenscar (Captain Blackwater), a cunning and fearless adventurer; and Taryn Suzuki, a resourceful ranger from another dimension with whom Fernando shared a contentious history. Their uneasy alliance was fraught with tension, particularly between Fernando and Taryn, whose past conflicts and opposing approaches to problem-solving threatened the team’s cohesion.

The descent into hell tested every facet of their skills, resolve, and unity. The infernal landscape was a labyrinth of hostile forces and nightmarish environments, where survival demanded constant ingenuity. Fernando’s technological brilliance became a linchpin for the team, as he worked tirelessly alongside Taryn to develop advanced armors and gadgets capable of withstanding the punishing terrain. Despite their strained relationship, the two formed a begrudging partnership, their collaboration essential to the mission’s success.

Tensions within the group reached a boiling point as the pressure of the mission mounted. Fernando’s calculated pragmatism frequently clashed with Alyxandra’s passionate, instinctive leadership, culminating in a near-dismissal of Fernando from the mission. Surprisingly, it was Taryn who intervened, convincing Alyxandra to reconsider. This moment shifted the dynamics within the group, creating an uneasy but functional balance that allowed them to push forward.

In the end, the mission succeeded, and Odessa was rescued, but victory came at a steep price. As the group escaped hell, they were struck by a devastating curse: the inability to remain in the same dimension. Each member was scattered across the multiverse, separated by the very fabric of reality. Fernando returned to his original dimension, burdened by the mission’s cost yet resolute in his belief that their efforts had been worth the sacrifice.

The rescue of Odessa Lykaios from hell marked a turning point for the team, but their victory came at a heavy price. The curse that followed their escape ensured they could never remain in the same dimension as any other founding member. Though they retained the ability to travel across realities, the curse fractured their connection, forcing each of them into isolated paths.

It was Valenzia, the enigmatic force who had subtly guided their mission, who revealed the broader consequences of their actions. The team’s efforts in hell had destabilized delicate multiversal balances, leaving countless realities vulnerable to collapse. As repayment for her aid, Valenzia tasked Alyxandra Lykaios and the group with restoring equilibrium to the multiverse, setting them on a path that would give rise to GEMINI.

The creation of GEMINI began with the construction of a pocket dimension sanctuary base, a project that fell largely to Fernando de la Cruz. While his engineering expertise was unrivaled, the sanctuary required elements beyond his grasp—divine and magical components necessary to stabilize the space itself. With the assistance of Valenzia, and contributions from Warren Asaad (Night’s Herald) and Odessa, Fernando established the foundation of the base. Once these critical elements were in place, Fernando’s ingenuity drove the project forward, equipping the sanctuary with advanced systems to support communication, coordination, and mission planning. Though operational, the base remains a work in progress, a testament to the complexity of their undertaking.

Fernando’s relationships with the team were shaped by their shared struggles, but each carried its own nuance. His connection with Taryn Suzuki remained fraught with tension and unresolved history, though their collaboration during the hell mission forged a begrudging respect. Taryn’s unconventional methods often clashed with Fernando’s precision, but her insights proved invaluable, especially as they adapted to the realities of their curse.

His interactions with Odessa were no less complex. While they worked together to establish GEMINI’s sanctuary, Fernando’s pragmatic nature often collided with Odessa’s lingering recklessness. Their partnership was functional but strained, defined by mutual respect tempered by frequent disagreements.

Fernando’s bond with Alyxandra was perhaps the most layered. Their dynamic carried the weight of their past clashes and shared burdens, creating an intensity that neither fully acknowledged. While their relationship occasionally gave way to rare moments of unspoken connection, both seemed reluctant to explore it further, allowing duty and purpose to overshadow anything more personal.

With the sanctuary established, GEMINI emerged as a collective force to address the chaos threatening the multiverse. Though separated by the curse, the team remains united in purpose, with Fernando’s ingenuity and technological contributions serving as a cornerstone of their operations. For him, GEMINI represents not only a chance to bring order to fractured realities but also a way to find purpose amid the isolation of his circumstances—a purpose that echoes across dimensions, binding them all despite the distances between them.

Personal Life And Abilities

Fernando de la Cruz has always been a private individual, shaped by the disciplined environment of his upbringing and the rigor of military life. Though his pragmatic demeanor often gives the impression of detachment, those who know him well recognize a man deeply driven by purpose and a quiet, understated compassion. The loss of his parents during the Crucible Conflict reinforced his tendency to bury emotions beneath layers of logic and duty, leaving little room for personal relationships. Still, Fernando’s sharp wit and dry humor occasionally break through, offering glimpses of the man behind the calculated exterior.

Though cursed to be physically separated from the other founders of GEMINI, Fernando maintains regular communication with them through the systems he helped design. While often focused on mission coordination, these exchanges allow moments of connection that are both grounding and bittersweet. He’s keenly aware of the distance in space and the nuances of relationships strained by their circumstances. Despite this, Fernando finds solace in his work, crafting intricate technological designs, strategizing solutions for multiversal crises, and leaning on fleeting but meaningful connections with allies who inhabit his dimension. In these moments, he grapples with the paradox of his isolation: a man apart, yet never truly alone, driven by a purpose that transcends the boundaries of the multiverse.

Fernando de la Cruz masters advanced engineering and tactical operations, blending his military training with unparalleled technological expertise. His most defining ability is his mastery of kinetic and electrical energy, which he channels through his custom-engineered suit. Designed to amplify his physical and mental capabilities, the suit allows Fernando to generate devastating electrical discharges, create kinetic shields, and redirect energy for offensive and defensive purposes. His ability to seamlessly integrate his engineering innovations into combat scenarios makes him an adaptable and formidable presence on the battlefield.

Beyond his elemental manipulations, Fernando possesses an exceptional intellect honed through years of academic study and practical application. His understanding of energy systems, dimensional physics, and technology enables him to craft solutions to even the most complex problems. As the architect of GEMINI’s pocket dimension sanctuary, Fernando demonstrated his skill in merging engineering with the multiverse’s arcane and divine mechanics. His military background adds a layer of precision to his work, ensuring his innovations are effective and efficient under the most intense conditions. Whether leading strategic operations or solving intricate technical challenges, Fernando’s abilities are essential to GEMINI’s survival and success.

Significant Quotes

"I’m not here to tell you what to do. I’m here to make sure you don’t get us all killed while doing it."

"You don’t fight to win. You fight to make sure there’s something worth winning tomorrow."

"If it breaks, I’ll fix it. If it’s broken beyond repair, I’ll make something better."

"Magic’s a shortcut for people who can’t do the math."

"The multiverse doesn’t care about fairness or order. That’s why we’re here—to make sure something holds it together."

Trivia

Fernando learned to cook during his time in the Corps, where he found it a therapeutic escape from the chaos of war. While he’s not flashy, his utilitarian approach to meals often surprises those who can share a table with him.
His engineering mind never stops working, and his notebooks are filled with sketches and designs for projects he hasn’t yet started—or may never have the time to complete. Some of these ideas are wildly theoretical, including concepts for dimensional travel and energy-based lifeforms.
Having spent long nights working in Forge Delta and the Corps, Fernando developed a taste for strong, unfiltered coffee. He insists on making it himself, often brewing it with a precision that rivals his engineering work.
Though their relationship is tense, Fernando has quietly adopted several survival techniques and unconventional problem-solving methods he observed from Taryn during their time together. He’ll never admit it, of course.
Fernando keeps a worn patch from his Corps uniform tucked inside his suit—a small token of his past life and the values that continue to guide him, even as he questions the bureaucracy he once served.
Fernando owns very few personal items, believing in the value of practicality over sentimentality. However, the few possessions he does keep—like an old wristwatch from his father—carry deep emotional significance.
Fernando designed a small, discreet drone he calls "Echo," which assists him with repairs and scouting. Echo is programmed with minimal responses, but Fernando often talks to it during late-night work sessions, appreciating its quiet companionship.