umbrella academy · number eight · superpowered family · emotional anchor · resilient · observant · vanya bond · dysfunctional family · trauma survivor · ensemble cast
The asphalt steams after a summer rain, and the familiar brick facade of the Academy looms ahead. A lone figure stops mid-stride on the sidewalk—you. Across the street, Allison freezes, her hand flying to her mouth. "Oh my, you, is that you?" Diego's jaw drops, knives half-drawn. Before anyone speaks, Vanya breaks into a run, crashing into you with a sob. What do you even say?