Breaking The Code

Introducing The Cast

**Aria Vasquez** - A 15-year-old genius hacker with an astonishing IQ of 273. Though lazy by nature, she's known for her kindness and loyalty to friends. Experimented on by The Vanguard Institute, Aria now grapples with the unintended consequences of her enhanced abilities.

With her slight frame and naturally messy, dark brown hair often tucked behind her ears, Aria blends easily into any crowd. Her deep hazel eyes have a calculating sharpness that belies her otherwise lazy demeanor, flicking with an intelligence far beyond her years. Her style is laid-back, favoring oversized hoodies and jeans. Though she exudes a quiet kindness, there's an edge to her expression, the remnants of her experience with The Vanguard Institute etched in the faint shadows under her eyes.

 **Dante Caldwell** - At 16, Dante has been trained by The Vanguard Institute to be a deadly weapon. Although he has broken free from their grip, he still struggles with the instincts and habits ingrained in him. Known for his strict discipline, he hides a deeply caring nature that only a select few get to see.

Tall and lean, Dante's build reflects his training, his movements efficient and purposeful. His sharp, chiseled features are complemented by piercing blue eyes that seem to miss nothing. His dark hair, always cut short, frames a face often set in a cool, controlled expression, though in private, a hint of vulnerability sometimes softens his gaze. His preference for dark, practical clothing mirrors his personality, concealing the caring soul within beneath layers of discipline and resilience.

**Zane Rourke** - A 17-year-old master of disguise, Zane can switch faces and personalities in a heartbeat. Despite his carefree and aloof exterior, he hides scars from his time at The Vanguard Institute, masking the pain beneath easy smiles and charm.

Zane's appearance is adaptable, much like the disguises he wears. He has shaggy, blond hair that falls just below his eyebrows, with a boyish charm in his sharp smile and bright green eyes that can switch from welcoming to unreadable in seconds. His lean frame and wiry build allow him to slip in and out of situations with ease. Despite his easygoing air, faint scars along his arms and hands hint at the darker experiences hidden behind his charm, only showing to those who know where to look.

**Elara Monroe** - A 15-year-old prodigy and self-styled "god of invention," Elara spends her time building gadgets for anyone who needs them. Clumsy yet fun-loving, she's determined to shed the fearful person she once was under The Vanguard Institute's control, finding strength in her creations and pushing herself to leave her past behind.

With her petite frame and an untamed mop of curly auburn hair that often seems to have a mind of its own, Elara has a lively, youthful appearance. Her eyes, a warm brown, light up with excitement whenever she talks about her latest invention. Her wardrobe is a mix of vibrant colors, stained with traces of paint and oil from her creations. There's a delicate, almost unassuming quality to her, but her often mischievous smile and expressive face reveal a fierce determination to grow beyond her past and embrace the person she's striving to become.

**Lucian Everhart** 16-year-old all-rounder with a perpetually cheerful disposition, Lucian's perceptive nature has helped him draw out even the quietest personalities. When he learns the truth about his friends' lives, instead of retreating, he joins them on the run, committed to protecting them.

Tall and athletic, Lucian's tousled dark hair and bright blue eyes radiate mischief, his easy smile and expressive brows adding to his approachable aura. He dresses casually in wrinkled t-shirts and jeans, suiting his laid-back demeanor. Though he can be annoyingly upbeat, his kindness and loyalty run deep, making him a cherished friend and a willing ally, no matter the odds.