Are you looking for a new urban fantasy reluctant hero to root for? Meet Frank Hess, the protagonist of The Spirit Saga. Unlike traditional chosen ones who embrace their destiny, Frank is a man who died and simply wants to go home.
In the realm of urban fantasy, the reluctant hero trope is often about refusing the call. Frank doesn’t just refuse it; he fights back against the Gods themselves. If you enjoy characters who challenge the system, check out The Observer to see Frank’s origin story. You can also follow me on TikTok for more content.
Below is the full dossier on Frank Hess.
The Spirit Files: Frank Hess
The Vitals
- Name: Franklin “Frank” Joseph Hess
- Spirit Class: Observer (White Aura)
- Defining Trait: Unstoppable Willpower
- Motivation: To protect his wife, Angela, and son, Frankie.
The Dossier
In the world of Urban Fantasy, heroes usually seek out adventure. Frank Hess just wanted to go home.
Frank represents the urban fantasy reluctant hero. He didn’t ask for power, and he didn’t want to be drafted into a cosmic war. When he wakes up in the afterlife, he is stripped of his memories and physical form, left with only one driving emotion: the desperate need to protect his family.
However, the afterlife has rules, and Frank seems born to break them. Unlike most Observers who are passive “guardian angels,” Frank is a battering ram. He possesses a latent, unexplained ability to manipulate spirit energy that baffles his mentors and catches the attention of the ruling Gods.
Why You’ll Love Him
Frank grounds the high-concept fantasy of The Spirit Saga in reality. He reacts to the afterlife exactly how you would: with confusion, anger, and a lot of sarcasm. He isn’t fighting for glory; he is fighting because the system is keeping him from the people he loves.
“I’m tired of this bullshit! You either tell me what I need to do to help them right now, or release me and let me figure it out for myself!”Start Frank’s Journey in “The Observer”
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