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Shenfu

**Shenfu** (沈负; *chénfù*) is a village located in Fengkan District, Feng Prefecture. As of 2018, it has a population of around 8,500. Traditionally, the village has existed as a agricultural and horticultural community.

In the early Nen Period, Shenfu was settled by the Bian clan, who had exerted control over the north of Feng Prefecture. For more than five hundred years Shenfu remained in their grasp, providing land-grown crops for the fishing villages situated around it. However, after the Battle of Feng Peninsula in 1056, the village fell into the hands of the Tiao clan.

In the late 1960s, archaeologists discovered ceramic remains in the surrounding area of Shenfu, which suggests that there was a large population centuries earlier than previously assumed. These remains, along with other ancient artifacts, are displayed in the Shenfu Village Museum.
Cassy

Cassy is a Glow.

## Powers

An extremely powerful electric, Cassy has the ability to freeze muscles from a distance of more than two kilometers. She has the ability to cause mass heart attacks.

## Information

Cassy was rescued by the voice before the Elgen knew of her existence. She was raised and trained in Switzerland by the voice. She is currently working with Dr. Coonradt in Switzerland as a liaison between Veytric and the EU. She fell in love with Michael while battling the Elgen in Taiwan.

## Appearances

### Storm of Lightning

She first appeared in Storm of Lightning when she saves Schema and takes him to The Voice after he is betrayed by his limo driver. She lives in one of the resistance's facilities in France.

## Trivia

* She was described as pretty with cropped blond hair.
* She is the only Glow to be found by The Voice before the Elgen. They found her when she was 4 years old.
Zhangshan Waterfall

**Zhangshan Waterfall** (掌山彩; *zhǎngshān-cǎi*) is a waterfall located on the southern face of Mount Zhangshan in the Yangdu Mountains. It is the highest waterfall in the range, descending more than three-quarters of the way down the summit of Zhangshan.

The waterfall has often been sited as the most well-known and popular mountain waterfall in west Kanton, mostly due to its impressive height and the shrine which sits nearby. The shrine itself was constructed 350 years ago, and is dedicated to Shanshen, the most powerful mountain deity. In wintertime, access to the shrine is prohibited due to safety risks; when ice and frost form on the rocks it becomes extremely hazardous. However, in summer the waterfall sees a large number of visitors. The area has been classified as a National Treasure by the Kanton government.

In local legend, the Zhangshan waterfall is said to be the birthplace of the benevolent spirit Shuima, whose travels across ancient Kanton created all the springs and rivers in the land.
Xinyi Castle

**Xinyi Castle** (芯移莽; *xīnyí-mǎng*) is a castle located in the town of Xinyi, in Jikan District, Ji Prefecture. The castle overlooks the Yangshui River, which flows directly below the raised enbankment on which the building was constructed.

Unfortunately only half of the castle's original structure remains to this day, as large portions have been damaged in floods and earthquakes over the centuries. It was built as a base of defence by the Mei clan in the late 9th century, and while the building was originally made from wood, later improvements and repairs replaced timber with stone and cement, so the walls somewhat resemble patchwork.

Xinyi Castle was never involved with any sieges or battles, mostly due to its remote location in Xinyi in the far north of the prefecture. However, it was often visited by envoys and officials from neighbouring and powerful clans, such as the Fenzang, the Yao, the Nanyang and the Jinkai.
Shangfu

**Shangfu** (上富; *shàngfù*) is a town located in Jidong District, Ji Prefecture. As of 2020, the town had a population of around 10,500.

The town was established in the 8th century and developed as a mining town for centuries. Youjian Castle, built by the founding Nanyang clan in 790, is particularly well-preserved and attracts a number of visitors to the town. Shangfu is also known for being the birthplace of the current mayor of Linyang, Lianxi Shi.

The economy of Shangfu is largely based on light manufacturing, agriculture and mining. The town has five large ironworks factories, and the Shangfu Qinyuan Thermal Power Station also operates on the town's outskirts. Businesses within the area export a range of concrete products, electronics, chemicals, cosmetics, and machinery.
Yulai Temple

**Yulai Temple** (予来方; *yǔlái-fāng*) is a temple located in the city of Yulai, in northern Ji Prefecture. It is dedicated to the harvest deity, Duanhun, who is also considered to be the patron hallow of farmers.

According to local legend, the temple was founded in the 13th century by a powerful and respected priest who hoped to provide good fortune to farmers by establishing a temple dedicated to Duanhun. However, like most localised Qiren temples, the site was used as a place of prayer long before the construction of a formal building, and was used for general prayer for many years after.

The temple includes a *sentan* (森谭) or 'priest residence' in which local priests once lived and worked. It also features an ornamental sun-garden which, although well-preserved, was closed to the public in 2011. A statue thought to represent the physical form of Tanshen, recreated from a damaged original, sits in the main hall of worship.

Yulai Temple is situated near to the shores of the Yu River, near to the old cultural village of Yulai. Due to being surrounded by crabapple trees, the temple attracts many visitors in May for *tangying*, and again in autumn for viewing of fall foliage.
Kongdao Bay

**Kongdao Bay** (崆刀淮; *kōngdāo huái*) is a bay which lies in the northern region of Ji Prefecture, and is the destination of both the Jinshui and Yangshui rivers. Although once a centre for commercial fishing and seafood production, the bay has fallen into disuse as a seaport and is now almost completely deserted. Historically, Kongdao Bay was a fairly prosperous fishing port, but as the fishing industry declined in north Ji and workers began moving away, it fell into a state of abandonment.

Although many small fishing towns and villages once existed around Kongdao, depopulation starting in the late 20th century took a toll on the area as many residents began moving to large, developing cities such as Touyan and Linyang. Nowadays, there are one or two small villages located near to the bay, but they are severely underpopulated, and their residents work elsewhere.

In recent years, wildlife conservationists have praised Kongdao Bay as being a haven for seabirds, wildflowers and other local flora and fauna which thrive in the bay undisturbed. In 2016, the area surrounding the bay was designated as a special nature reserve, and access to the shore was forbidden without a permit.
Qing dance

***Qing*** (庆枪; *qìngqiāng*) is a Qiren ceremonial dance. The word is thought to originate from the archaic character 氢, meaning *fast movement* or *excitement*. The major purpose of a Qing performance is to entertain the *shen*, therefore pleasing and pacifying them. Qing is performed by both men and women; traditionally, men play the instruments while the women dance.

## Variations

There are three types of *qing*. The first is High Qing, also called *shangqing* (上庆), which is performed in more formal settings without the accompaniment of music. Instead, wooden sticks filled with dry seeds (*fuka*, 赴佧) and wooden blocks (*kou*, 扣) are used to set the rhythm of the dance. Sometimes, a pair of singers (one man, one woman) will provide harmonies. The movements are slow, elegant and refined, and often the dancer will perform impressive feats of balance.

The secondary type of performance is *ranqing* (苒庆), called Folk Qing. This style was developed by the upperclass, and is considered to be more refined and complex and is usually set to a faster rhythm. It is often performed not just for the enjoyment of the deities, but also for a spectating human audience. High Qing is most often performed during festivals and important ceremonies such as weddings. Instruments such as the reed pipe and drums are utilised. Body contortion is common.

The third and least commonly seen variation is strictly reserved for use during religious ceremonies; it is called *shenqing* (神庆) or Temple Qing. The style of dance is most accurately described as a mix of both High Qing and Folk Qing, with movements being both fast-paced and strictly choreographed. Unlike the former types, which are performed by Qing dancers, Temple Qing is performed by shrine-maidens or *fangmie*. Usually, the only instrument used is a large drum.

Music plays an important role in Qing when it is used; everything in the tone, style, speed and pitch of the sound is crucial in pleasing and satisfying the *shen*. In particularly formal settings, music is played with only one instrument, being the five-stringed *zheng* (筝). When singers are utilised, they do not sing in words, but rather varying arrangements of vowel sounds such as *aah*, *ohh* and *eeh*. Often the vocal accompaniment is only used in celebratory performances, as the human voice is not something *shen* particularly enjoy.

Singing is most notably used in the rite of *mie-jia* (乜家), a ceremony designed to appease the spirits of the departed, and which is sometimes conducted at funerals. In this context, the songs do have lyrics, usually a variant of the phrase "Go and be purified" (*dou-qu, dou-chunde* or 抖去，抖纯得) which are sung in accompaniment to the *qing* dancing. At funerals there are multiple singers present, usually members of the departed's family. This rite is thought to pacify and strengthen the soul of a dead person, so that they do not pass into the Second Hell and become *mao shen.* A slightly higher ritual, named 皇豆乜家, is performed on the souls of Emperors.
Qiren funeral

A **Qiren funeral** (去命 *qùmìng*, 乜去命 *miēqùmìng* or less commonly, 乜僅 *miējǐn*) is a religious ritual typically overseen and conducted by a priest. The funeral event will consist of a wake, a purification ritual, cremation, and burial of the ashes in the family grave. The remains of important figures and celebrities, such as politicians and artists, may be enshrined in *zusuan*.

## Practice

### After death

Immediately after a death, or in the days before somebody is expected to pass, their face is painted with white face-paint and their lips and eyelids coloured black. This is thought to symbolise the departure of the soul from its physical body (the mouth is thought to be the spirit's exit) and the deterioration of the physical form after death. This practice is known as 足卒 (*zúzú*, or 'death painting'). In recent years it has become less common to paint the full face, and more frequently only the lips will be coloured. The deceased or dying person will also be dressed in *kuzhuang*, a black robe which is traditional funeral attire.

When the spirit has passed from the deceased's body, a priest is summoned to bless its departure and sprinkle salt water over the hands and feet of its owner. Sandalwood incense is burned. The family's household shrine or *tousuan* is covered with a white sheet as the spirit of the deceased enters into the ranks of dead ancestors and relatives. In the following days, a stick of white sage incense is burned beside the body for further purification before cremation.

Extended relatives and authorities are informed, and a death certificate is issued. Funeral arrangements are typically made by the eldest son, and begin by contracting a temple to oversee the event. Some days are considered more auspicious than others; for example, the last day of the month is said to be when spirits are most active, so it is thought that the spirit of the deceased may find it easier to enter the afterlife on this night.

### Funeral ceremony

Firstly the body is washed and some orifices (nostrils, mouth and ears) are filled with cotton or gauze. A sheet of gauze is also wrapped around the deceased's eyes. Pieces of wooden or clay jewellery may also be strung around the neck. Once more the body is splashed with salt water and a short purification ritual is conducted. Other items are placed in the coffin, such as burnable personal possessions, favourite clothes or accessories, and a pair of flat sandals (弹甘). Following this, the casket is placed on an alter, surrounded by lit candles and incense, and the priest begins his ritualistic chants. These chants serve as a way of blessing the spirit of the departed on its journey through the afterlife.

After this has finished, cremation will commense. The ashes of the deceased are contained in a laquered wooden box called 灰冚 (*huīkǎn*) which is washed with salt water and then given to the family. The *huikan* may be transferred to a *zusuan*, but is more commonly buried in the family grave in a *muqian*.
Ian

Along with McKenna and Abigail, Ian was held captive by the Elgen for many years because he refused to follow Hatch. He joined the Electroclan after escaping from the Elgen Academy’s prison. He is currently leading an oceanic exploration team hunting for sunken treasure and shipwrecks. He has been featured on the History Channel and the Discovery Channel. He is currently working with famed producer Tim Horejs on a documentary called Atlantis Uncovered.

## Powers

Ability to see using electrolocation, which is the same way sharks and eels see through muddy or murky water. He is able to see through anything that electric signals pass through, unless Nichelle is around. He does not believe himself to be blind.

## History

Though the books are not very descriptive with timelines, it is presumed that he has spent the better part of his life in the Purgatory.

### The Prisoner of Cell 25

Ian was found and rescued by Michael along with Taylor, Abi, and Mckenna in a cell in the "academy" and helped Michael shut down the academy once he was freed.
David Welch

**Welch** is an Elite Global Guard in the Elgen. His full name is David L. (Fall of Hades) or W. (Elgen Guard Handbook) Welch.

Before joining the Elgen Army, Welch was hired to be a security guard at Elgen. He was greatly inspired by Dr. Coondrat, the lead scientist. Eventually, he was trained to be a commander and corrupted by the Elgen's new CEO, Dr. C. J. Hatch.

Today, he serves as the current CEO of Veytric Inc.

## History

Before joining the Elgen, David L. W. Welch was an aggressive boy with a rocky childhood. Sent from foster home to foster home, he wasn't very serious about school until he was sent to juvie court. There, he started putting himself through college where he studied criminal science. One day, he captured a vandal outside the Elgen Corporation building. He was soon hired as a security guard after.

During seven years, Welch would climb through the security ranks to become chief of security. When he became chief of security, he met the new CEO of the company, Dr. Hatch. Over the next two years, Hatch would manipulate Welch, punishing and rewarding him throughout. However, after the disaster with the MEI, Hatch was demoted. In the following years, Welch oversaw the capture of the Glows, before becoming head of security at Elgen Academy.

### Battle Of The Ampere

Welch had became leader of the Elgen Army at this time. He was an ally of the head of the Peruvian Armed Forces, General Panchez. He had tried to pressure the general into letting the Elgen guardsmen take the Electroclan hostage.

After this, Welch was present at the Ampere when it was about to blow up. He, Hatch, the other guards, and the Glows escaped the yacht just before it exploded.

### *Storm of Lightning*

#### Old Friends

At the Taiwan Starxource plant, Welch visited Dr. C. James Hatch's office and delivered a mission report on Mexican Lightning Storm. He informed Hatch the Timepiece Ranch had been destroyed, eliminating all present. Hatch asked about the status of the Electroclan, and Welch explained their escape and rescue of Jade Dragon. They then discussed the location of Giacomo Schema, who had disappeared soon after his release, as well as the man sent to capture him. After being offered a drink, Welch was told about the new additions to the Elgen fleet: the *Edison* and the *Franklin*, and the plan to proceed with Operation Home Base – the overthrow of the Tuvaluan government. At the end of their meeting, Hatch ordered Politis to strip Welch of his weapon and insignia, and then escort him to the brig to await being fed to the rats at the Tuvalu Starxource plant.
Torstyn

One of the more lethal of the electric children, Torstyn can create microwaves.

## Powers

* Torstyn generates microwaves. This allows him to melt objects and destroy organic matter (as seen in *Rise of the Elgen*), make people vomit (as seen in the *Hunt for Jade Dragon*). He can also boil people's insides.

## Background Information

Torstyn was one of Hatch’s Glows and was instrumental to the Elgen in building the Peruvian Starxource plant. He is Quentin’s right-hand man. He was always a thrill-seeker and extremist and, with only his powers, would hunt anacondas and jaguars in the jungles of Peru. After the end of the Elgen, he moved to Florida with Quentin, but his need for danger pushed him into undesirable company.

### Rise of the Elgen

In Rise of the Elgen, Torstyn rejoins the rest of the Elgen glows and accompanies them back to the Amazonian facility. He seems to have a dispute with Quentin over who is the head Glow of the group. On the way, he foils an attempt by Tanner to crash the jet Hatch and the enemy Glows are in.

It is implied that Torstyn has a mild crush on Tara, considering the fight he and Quentin get in over her. He also owned a pet monkey with in which Torstyn kept on his shoulder, but it disappeared into the jungle after Tara scared it off using her powers.

### Battle of the *Ampere*

Torstyn helps Hatch take over the *Ampere*, the floating headquarters of the Elgen corporation, with the rest of the Glows on Hatch's side.

### Hunt for Jade Dragon

After the Electroclan destroy the *Ampere,* Torstyn, along withe the rest of the Elgen Elite, takes up reidence on the *Faraday*. Torstyn, along with Tara, travels to Switzerland to help Hatch defeat Chairman Schema. Afterwards, he helps the other Elgen Glows guard Jade Dragon.

### Storm of Lightning

After Quentin decides to overthrow Hatch and take control of the Elgen, Torstyn joins Quentin. He, along with Tara, helps Quentin escort Welch off the ship, allowing him to escape. After Hatch finally finds out about Quentin's betrayal and planned mutiny, Hatch, enraged, has all 5 Elgen Glows, including Torstyn, arrested and imprisoned. Hatch sentences Torstyn to death.

### Fall of Hades

Torstyn's imprisoned in the Hades Elgen Starxource Plant while he's waiting to be executed. To his shock, the Electroclan arrive and rescue him, along with Quentin and Tara. Although Torstyn despises Michael and the Electroclan, and wants them dead, he reluctantly agrees to join them in their fight. Torstyn, along with Quentin, Tara, Welch, and Cassy, helps hijack the *Joule*.

### The Final Spark

Torstyn is now one of the main defiers of Hatch and his insults cost him to be the first one to be fed to the rats after they are all captured. Luckily Michael saves them all before any of them are killed.
The Final Spark

**The Final Spark** is the seventh book in the best-selling *Michael Vey* series, it was released on September 12, 2017.

## Introduction/Preamble

The battle on the island of Hades ended with a devastating explosion that left the island a smoking ruin and much of Hatch’s army dead. Hatch survived, however, and while his plans have certainly suffered a setback, he’s more determined than ever to bring the world’s governments under his control. But first, he wants to wipe out the resistance and capture the remaining members of the Electroclan.

As Hatch’s forces storm into action, it seems nothing can stand in their way. The Electroclan is divided. The voice is captured, and Michael’s mother is being used as bait to lure the leader of the resistance out of hiding. Can anything—or anyone—stop the Elgen? Or is this the end?
EGGs

Stands for Elite Global Guard. It is the highest ranking Elgen officials that only answer to Hatch. Welch is an EGG.

### Uniform:

The uniform for most Elgen Force guards is a black shirt, black pants, heavy boots, bulletproof vest, and black beret. The global guard are the generals of the EF and have purple and scarlet badges over their heart and a similar armband.
Carl T. Vey

At the beginning of the book series, not much is known about Carl Vey other than he's Michael's father who died when Michael accidentally shocked him at 8 years old.

## Appearances:

### Hunt for Jade Dragon:

Carl shows up to Michael while Michael is under the captivity of Hatch and the Elgen. Carl tells Michael that the Elgen are the good guys and Michael is distraught. However, we find out that it was actually Hatch using Tara's powers to look like Carl, so Carl did not come back from the dead to tell his son that he's fighting for the wrong side.

### The Final Spark:

After finding out that the once believed dead scientist Dr. Coonradt is alive and is The Voice that has been telling Michael what to do, Hatch uses him to find out that there is someone above him: Carl Vey. Hatch is shocked to find out Carl is also alive and discovers his location. After capturing him and destroying his base, Hatch decides to let the Electroclan kids to throw bricks at him then kill him. None of them do it. In the end, Michael saves Carl and everyone else in his Pure Electric form.
Crabapple festival

**Tangying** (棠萦; *táng-yíng*) is the Kantonese tradition of appreciating the national plant, the crabapple tree. 棠 means "crabapple" and 萦 is a character which can mean "party", "festival", "celebration" or "appreciation". The most common translation of the latter is "festival". The tradition usually takes place in early May to late April, following the blooming period of crabapple trees, and can take place either by daylight or at night.

In modern-day Kanton, most people celebrate a singular day known as 棠没 (*táng-méi*), which is treated as a day of gratitude and appreciation for what blessings one has. Usually, outdoor parties will take place either at the height of noon (12pm-1pm) or late in the evening (6pm-8pm). *Tangying* held at night is called 物棠别 (*wù táng bié*; "nighttime crabapple viewing"). It is traditional for paper lanterns to be strung in parks where the nighttime festivals are held.

Historically, *tangying* was reserved for the elite upperclass, who often owned their own recreational gardens and parks in which the crabapples grew. Originally, the purpose of the festival was to allow mingling between members of certain families, make acquaintences and occasionally tell stories. In the mid-1800s, however, the practice became more common with the working-class, and eventually transformed into a much more meaningful and appreciative event.

According to tradition, it is very good luck to hold a wedding during the flowering period of crabapple trees. For this reason, many wedding ceremonies are held during *tangying* across the country. In fact, the crabapple flower has become synonymous with romance and love.

## Festivals

Festivities last for around 7 days, stopping just short of the end of the usual blooming period. In 2018, it was estimated that around 3.5 million people attended *tangying* all over Kanton during this short timeframe.

The festivals are known for their cheerful, vibrant, atmospheres, abundance of traditional food and drinks, and live music performances. In some years, there have been performances of old story-songs and poetry recitals revolving around the appreciation of crabapple trees. In some regions, a separate festival known as 棠萦列 (*táng-yíng liè*; "little crabapple festival") is held especially for young children to attend.

Traditional cuisine served varies from place to place, but there are a few staples, such as:

* Crabapple wine or cordial (the latter can be carbonated)
* Fruit dumplings
* Fruit flatbread
* Sweet rice salads
* Yingcao (traditional biscuits eaten at festivals)
Christmas Ranch

Christmas Ranch is the second ranch in the Michael Vey series. It is not described in great detail, other than being very orderly and fancy,

## Trivia

* It is the location of The Voice and his superior.
* It is where Cassy hid for most of her life.
* It is located in Tucson, Arizona.
* In Michael Vey 7: The Final Spark, it is blown up by the Elgen, where Taylor’s family, Ostin’s family, and other glows were located. It is unknown if they survived or not.
Jiu-nutou

A **jiu-nutou** (酒砮偷; *jiǔ nǔtōu*) is a type of nutou inn which is licensed to sell alcohol to its patrons. Most *jiu-nutou* are much cheaper than a nutou, but more expensive than a regular drinking establishment. Nowadays, the average person would rather spend their money in a pub or bar rather than take the trouble to visit a *jiu-nutou*. However, some people still value *jiu-nutou* for their historical and cultural value and novelty.

## History

*Jiu-nutou* were actually predecessors to the nutou, but rarely offered accommodation. In fact, in their first recorded mention in the early 1100s, they were simply referred to as *jiutou*, which is now the modern Kanton name for a pub or bar. As time went on, the establishment evolved into a mix of inn and tavern, eventually becoming *jiu-nutou*.

## Features

*Jiu-nutou* do not include any of the common features that *nutou* are known for, such as communal bathhouses, water gardens or eateries. Instead, they primarily serve travellers who are simply in need of a drink and some rest. The quality of a *jiu-nutou* can range very widely from single-room huts to large, multi-storey hotel-esque establishments. The most notable feature of any *jiu-nutou* is that the 'dormitory' is communal, giving very little privacy to guests.

## Staff

*Jiu-nutou* are almost always staffed by young women. In bygone days, some *jiu-nutou* would include small brothels which were often owned by the same family; the prostitutes would serve in the *jiu-nutou* as well.
Meridian High School

Meridian High School is where we meet Michael for the first time and his friend Ostin. The school is attended by the characters that Michael knows before fighting the Elgen. These include Ostin, Taylor, a cheerleader who is now Michael's girlfriend, and Wade and Jack, two abused bullies that bully Michael until they finally become friends. Meridian High School is an actual high school in Meridian, Idaho, but the characters at the school in the book including the teachers, students, and principal are made up.
Mr. Dallstrom

**Mr. Dallstrom** is a bald, thin man with a pooch stomach. He is the principal of Meridian High School, the school Michael goes to.

He blames Michael for getting into trouble when it's just trouble that gets to him. After he was shoved in his locker by Jack, Wade, and Mitchell, Dallstrom tells Michael that it's his fault because they could only do that if he gave them permission.
Kylee

One of Hatch’s Glows, she spends most of her time shopping. Kylee and Bryan are the only Glows who remained loyal to Hatch after the battle of Hades. Along with Bryan, she is currently a fugitive. Whereabouts unknown.

## Powers

Born with the ability to create electromagnetic power, she is basically a human magnet.

## History

Kylee has been with Hatch for an unknown amount of time. Tara is her best (and only) friend and loves to go shopping. She is jealous of Taylor at the beginning of Prisoner Of Cell 25 because she was getting more attention from her, but this jealousy has probably ceased due to Taylor leaving the Elgen for the Electroclan. In Rise of the Elgen, Kylee is relocated to Peru with the rest of the Elgen kids. She mentions Zeus's name on their tour of the facility, (which had been forbidden by Hatch). This action results in Kylee being given 'Punishment B': being locked in her room on a strict bread and water diet for a week while being forced to write *I will not disobey Dr. Hatch* ten thousand times.

During Storm of Lightning, after Quentin decides to overthrow Hatch and take control of the Elgen, Kylee joins Quentin. After Hatch finally finds out about Quentin's betrayal and planned mutiny, he has all 5 Elgen Glows, including Kylee, arrested and imprisoned.

During the Fall Of Hades, Kylee doesn't actually appear in the book, but it's mentioned that she's imprisoned in the Elgen Kremlin. Kylee betrays Quentin and rejoins Hatch. Unlike Quentin, Torstyn, and Tara, Kylee's was scheduled to be released.

During The Final Spark, Kylee only appears when Hatch introduces her and the other glows to Zara. After this, she and Bryan are never heard from again.
Mitchell Manchester

**Mitchell Manchester** is a friend of Jack Vranes and Wade West. The Electroclan stayed at his house for a while in Rise of the Elgen. He was born into luxury to Rebecca Manchester and billionaire businessman Phillip Manchester II.

## Appearances

### Prisoner of Cell 25

Mitchell first appeared in Prisoner of Cell 25, when he, Jack, and Wade jump Michael at their school, Meridian High School because they thought Michael ratted them out for stuffing him in his locker. The three had tormented Michael before and did not want to be "told on" by him. They would have succeeded in pantsing and beating up Michael, the ultimate humiliation, but he shocked them with his powers and out of fear they decided to quit picking on him.

Mitchell does not go with Michael, Ostin, Jack, and Wade to go save Michael's mother.

### Rise of the Elgen

He is next seen in Rise of the Elgen, when the Electroclan are in need of a place to stay and Jack proposes Mitchell's house. Mitchell is originally annoyed that Jack and Wade took Michael to California and not him, but changes his mind when he hears about the Elgen and the human boys' transformation into GPs.

It is revealed that Mitchell is very rich, with an enormous mansion as well as a pool house, where the Electroclan stay (Mitchell's parents are away on vacation/business meetings. It is implied they are almost always away, leaving Mitchell alone to do whatever he'd like, including aiding and abetting international fugitives). The Elgen (disguised as the U.S. Homeland Security) stop by Mitchell's house looking for the Electroclan, but do not find them.

The Voice keeps a white van parked outside Mitchell's house to watch him, and supposedly protect him from the Elgen. It is unknown if this continued after the Electroclan left for Peru.

### Battle of the *Ampere*

Mitchell did not appear in Battle of the *Ampere*, though he was mentioned when Michael said that he'd much rather be back at Mitchell's house than in Peru.

### The Final Spark

He also doesn't appear in The Final Spark, but Jack and Ostin mention him when they think that their lives are about to end. It can also be assumed that he still attends Meridian High School. It is unknown if Jack told him about Wade's death or their journey.
Chasqui

Translated from the ancient Quechuan dialect, the word “chasqui” means “messenger of light.” The Chasqui are a special Elgen military order in Peru. Their roles are specifically connected to the Peruvian Starxource plant in Puerto Maldonado. Like the other elite Elgen units, they operate independently of the Elgen command.
Zara

Zara was one of the first electric children that was found by the Elgen. She played with Nichelle and Quentin as a child, but was later hidden away by Hatch when he realized how useful her powers were.

She finally shows up in the seventh book, when Hatch has once again recaptured the Electroclan. Hatch has Zara take the powers of each member of the Electroclan, and is surprised to discover that Taylor can read minds. Hatch uses Zara, who now has that ability, to read Cassy's mind and discover where Christmas Ranch is. Zara also discovers that Carl Vey, Michael's father, is still alive.

Zara was the second glow to be found by Hatch, after Nichelle who was the only glow that remembered her. In The Final Spark, Hatch used Zara to replicate Taylor's mind reading powers to get information about the Voice and Michael's dad, Carl Vey. Later, when Michael returns to save his friends, Hatch orders Zara to stop him. However, Michael fries Zara with his electricity, turning her into a pile of ashes.

* Zara's existence was alluded to since the first book (with her being the seventeenth Glow), but she does not show up until towards the end of Book Seven.

## Powers

Zara my not be the brightest, but she is certainly very powerful. On her own, with no power to manipulate she is weak and defenseless, but if she is by another Glow, she can duplicate their powers and use it full force. However, if she tried to take to much energy at one times, she could get severely hurt or die, as shown when she attempted to take Michael's powers upon Hatch's orders.

## Trivia

* Aggressive by nature, she is likely slain by Michael Vey near the end of the book.
* Zara is included in the series for a short time, but proved to be a powerful adversary against the Electroclan.
Zeus

Zeus is a Glow, former Elgen member, and Electroclan member.

### Powers

Zeus can throw bolts of electricity at the opponent, similar to that of Zeus, the thunder god in ancient Greek religion. Zeus is however not as powerful as Michael, and his powers are more fueled by deep emotion.

## History

Zeus was recruited from battle.

Hatch guilted him into service by telling him that he'd killed his entire family by electrocuting them in a swimming pool. This was a lie, but young Zeus was so horrified he believed Hatch. However, in *The Prisoner of Cell 25,* Taylor Ridley is able to erase the false memory. Zeus helps bring down the Peruvian base in South America which holds a large bowl full of electric rats, in *Rise of the Elgen.* An act of bravery on his part however, was when the Rat Bowl was becoming chaotic and the only way to get it to stop was to use water to put out the rats electricity. Michael Vey was unable to, for fear of the water coming down and hurting Zeus., however, Zeus himself shot electricity at the pipes, endangering himself to save the others. Jack courageously leapt to his rescue, saving him. However, in Battle of the Ampere after being captured by Peruvian army and the Elgen he decided he'd had enough. After escaping the Puerto Maldonado compound (and destroying it) Zeus leaves the Electroclan to take refuge with The Voice, along with Abi, Ian, and Tessa.

However, the four feel guilty for leaving their friends to destroy the E.S Ampere, or came to their senses because at the very last moment when the other half of the Electroclan are about to be turned to dust, Zeus and the others appear to help.

Thus, the destruction of the ship was made possible with everyone's lives intact. Zeus‘s electric is very weak. When he shoots at people, it feels like they are being tickled. His electric hands do nothing other than make a few sparks. His electric bolts can’t kill. When he holds up his hands ready to kill, he is just faking. His electric fingers do nothing.

## Trivia

* Due to Zeus's electrical makeup, he cannot come in contact with water.
	+ He *can* contact distilled water.
	+ The electric rats also share this phenomenon.
* Due to his betrayal to the Elgen, no electric child is allowed to say his name.
* It is notable that Zeus refers to the Elgen killing his parents in the sixth book, despite Taylor allegedly removing those memories.
* His actual name is Leonard Frank Smith, but he hates being called that.
* Zeus is currently trying to decide what he wants to do with his life and is in no particular hurry to find out.
Prisoner of Cell 25 (film)

In an early interview of November 2020, Richard Paul Evans, creator of the *Michael Vey* series stated that a Netflix film was soon to start production on his #1 New York Times Bestselling series. It will follow the plot of the first book in the series, but might have a few minor changes.

## *Synopsis*

Likely based from the first book in the series.

## Trivia

* The film was created since the series was cancelled due to budget.
Raúl

Raúl is a rancher who worked for the Elgen at the Peruvian Compound.

## Rise of the Elgen

Raúl is sent to fix a fence on the outside of the compound that Michael and the Electroclan accidentally destroyed to get into the buildings when he is jumped by Michael. Michael captured and interrogated him with Ostin translating from Spanish to English and learn that Raúl hates the Elgen. He says that they treat the ranchers with great direspect. He decides to help Michael and the rest of the Glows to get into the compound (showing them a secret tunnel) and later helped destroy it.

When Zeus was injured near the end (water wounds) he runs off into the forest and brings back Aloe Vera for Zeus to heal. Raúl proves that he is a worthy friend and companion. He is good to have with them, because he knows the jungles and what to avoid.  He escapes with Tanner and Sharon Vey to The Voice’s rendezvous point. He is not mentioned after this, but it is assumed he stayed at both ranches, and died when Hatch bombed Christmas Ranch.
Guinea Pigs

**GPs** are what Dr. Hatch calls 'human guinea pigs.' They are used as experimentation subjects and are forced to wear metal collars that administer severe electric shocks when an attempt is made to speak or escape. GPs are usually criminals, drug addicts, or alcoholics.

## Use

Hatch uses the GPs as human experiments to use as however he pleases and as prisoners. He seems to think that he is saving the used to be thugs and criminals and giving them a true purpose to live for.

## Known GPs

* Jack Vranes
* Wade West
* Sharon Vey (possibly, without collar)
* Raul (possibly, without collar)
* Florian Wyss's Wife
* Florian Wyss's Daughter
* Clyde the Gunman

## Appearances

### The Prisoner of Cell 25

We first see a GP after Michaels birthday dinner outside PizzaMax. He is acting in the pretense that he is robbing Michael's mother and our protagonist shocks him. Hatch leaves the GP behind as he kidnaps Michael's mother.

Later when **Jack** and Wade are captured after assisting Michael to the Elgen compound we see them treated as prisoners, wearing the electric shock collars. Michael is told that the collars inhibit escaping and speaking. We see Wade restrained in a chair with the collar still on. Hatch orders Michael to shock him as a show of loyalty to his cause. Wade begs for Michael to spare him, but is shocked by his collar. Michael refuses and is thrown into Cell 25.

Near the end of the book, Michael lets all the GPs free causing a prison break full of chaos. A battle starts in the compound and Hatch flees with the Glows that are loyal to him.

### Rise of the Elgen

We don't see too many GPs through the book except Jack and Wade who left with Michael in the end of the last book. They have tracking devices in their arms, which Michael frees and are technically not GPs after that.

Raul from the ranch workers who are forced to help the Elgen could have been a GP but is not determined. He does seen to be like a prisoner and a servant for the Elgen who says that they treat him like a dog.

Hatch also has what may be GPs in training at the Peru facility dressed in pink jumpsuits (they are men so it's designed to bring down their self-esteem) and watch the same program over and over. The point is to drive you to the brink if insanity and submit yourself to the Elgen. If you're *still* stubborn after the videos you are thrown into a cell much like Cell 25 for a few weeks, told that you are going to be killed. They pull you out and say they've reconsidered if the prisoner will cooperate.
Shendiu

In Qiren belief, ***shendiu*** (神丢; 'body of the shen') or ***bao-shendiu*** (保神丢; 'natural manifestation of the shen') are physical objects, almost always naturally-occuring, which are worshipped at or nearby Qiren shrines and temples in which spirits have been enshrined. Sometimes, worship of a *shendiu* is also referred to as *shen-giudai* (神革袋, 'spirit replacement' or 'spirit substitute').

In spite of what the name might suggest, *shendiu* are not themselves living *shen*, but rather residencies, habitations or manifestations of spirits on the physical plane which make them accessible to human beings for worship.

## Description

It is believed that shen are likely to manifest physically in the natural world through forms which represent their role in the pantheon. The most common *shendiu* are naturally-occuring forms, such as trees, rivers, stones, mountains/volcanoes, waterfalls, lakes, and rock formations. Sacred trees are known as 神泍. Sacred rocks are known as 神埠 (Di-Lang, located in Feng Prefecture, is an example of this type). Sacred rivers are known as 神免, and so on. Occasionally, *shendiu* may also be manmade objects. However, they must be blessed and 'opened up' by a priest so that the energy of the *shen* is able to enter. Some statues of venerated humans are good examples of manmade *shendiu*.

Possibly the most famous mountain shendiu is Hansai, a volcano located on the Zhong range. It is believed to be the home of the Dragon of Hansai, a dragon spirit which lives inside the volcano. The entire mountain is considered sacred ground; in order to climb it, one must undergo various purification rituals.

Almost all *shendiu* have nearby temples or shrines in which visitors are able to worship and pray to the spirit which is thought to inhabit it.
Moyou

**Moyou** (摩有; *móyǒu*) is a town located in Fengnan District, in Feng Prefecture. As of 2018, the town has a population of roughly 52,000. Moyou is located south of the Xiao River and the prefectural seat Hanxun.

Moyou was discovered and settled by the Tiao clan in the late 10th century. By the 1100s it had been established as a fishing village, although the townspeople also worked in cloth production, and to this day Moyou silk to known to be one of the best native varieties in the country. Other small and traditional industries, such as alcohol production and woodcarving, are still alive despite their ancient origins.

To this day, Moyou's economy is largely dependent on its industrial background. The town has developed a small industrial belt developing a range of chemical, steel, cement and fertilizer products. In 1977, the Moyou Institute of Technologies was founded as a way of training the town's young people for industrial careers. Commercial fishing is also still a presence in the town, due to its proximity to Qin Bay.
Nongyun

**Nongyun** (农云; *nóngyún*) is a town located in Xingceng District, in Xingsu Prefecture. As of 2018, the town has a population of 53,000.

Nongyun was originally under the control of the Zou clan, who also controlled the settlements of Dangshi and Pingnian. It remained as the last stand of the clan until their defeat by the Shou in the latter half of the Mian Period. For a number of years, the Zou family hid there before eventually being forced out of their home by the invading Shou clan.

Like many settlements and townships in its area, Nongyun's economy depended on agriculture, and its residents grew a number of crops such as wheat, barley, yams, rice and potatoes. Animal rearing has remained an institution; in modern times Nongyun beef is widely prized for its flavour and quality.
Luanqin

**Luanqin** (栾亲; *luánqīn*) is a city located in Xingbang District, in Xingsu Prefecture. As of 2018, it has a population of 118,000, making it the smallest city in the prefecture. Luanqin is located on the foothills of the Yangdu Mountains, south of its sister city Wudai.

Historically, the economy of the city has relied heavily on agriculture and large-scale farming. Nowadays, most of the residents work in larger nearby cities such as Guiyan. However, a small portion of the city's southern ward has been reserved as a historical attraction, showcasing late Mian Period architecture and housing.

In 2011, Luanqin was hit by one of the many aftershocks which followed the destructive earthquake which occured in Guiyan. The damage was significant and the entire city was greatly affected.
Mr. Jeffrie's House

**Mr. Jeffrie's House** is an abandoned 1879 house. It first appeared in one of LuxuryDark's videos called "We Bought a HOUSE off the Dark Web!" on Youtube. It later appeared in "Proper Horror Creatures - EP4: Returning to Mr. Jeffrie's House".

## **Info**

37 people have gone missing in this house over a 14-year period. The house was owned by Mr. Jeffries. It was deemed unfit for human habitat after police found trapdoors and a series of tunnels in the walls with access to the guest bedrooms.
Jade Dragon

**Lin Yulong** 玉龙 (English: Jade Dragon) is a child prodigy from China who solved the equation for the electrification of humans. She is deaf, mute, and autistic.

## History

### Battle of the Ampere

She is mentioned at the end of this book when the Electroclan are receiving their next mission.

### Hunt for Jade Dragon

In the fourth book, Jade has been captured by the Elgen. When Taylor Ridley is captured, they are put in the same cell, and Jade exploits Taylor's powers in order to give her the formula for electric children without speaking. Jade trusted Taylor with the exact information that the Elgen captured her for, making rescuing her not only important for Jade, but for the fate of the world. After the Electroclan rescue her, The Voice finds her a new home in a disclosed and secure location after it is revealed that Hatch had her parents killed.
Wade West

> "*Wade had nothing to be sorry about. He always wanted to be a warrior, like Jack. And in the end, he was...*"
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-**Michael about Wade at his burial**

**Wade West** was one of the main antagonists turned protagonists of the Michael Vey series.

## History

**Wade** was a bully at Meridian High School, alongside his friend, Jack. However, when Michael asks Jack and him for help to find his mother, they, Ostin Liss and Taylor Ridley begin a team known as the Electroclan to find and save Sharon Vey (Michael's mother), and stop Dr. Hatch. Wade was Jack’s best friend and joined the Electroclan at the same time he did. Wade was killed in the jungles of Peru when he was surprised by an Elgen guard. Jack commissioned a monument for his friend, which was erected in the jungle at the place where Wade fell. Though the site is difficult to get to, Jack visits the monument every year to lay flowers.

### The Prisoner of Cell 25

in Prisoner of Cell 25, Wade was one of the bullies that shoved Michael into his locker, and did rotten and far-out things to him. Wade and Jack both also helped out Michael drive to Pasadena to save Michael's mother and Taylor Ridley, Michael's girlfriend. When Michael signed his loyalty contract to Dr. Hatch, he made him shock Wade as part of the deal. Michael refused, and this is what gained Wade's loyalty.

### Rise of the Elgen

In the Rise of the Elgen, the second book in the series, Wade transported the other Electroclan members to where they needed to go, and go involved when needed. But mostly he would take them to their destination.

### Battle of the Ampere

Wade was killed because he took a bullet meant for Jack and died shortly after. After that, Jack carved Wade's name into his arm, as a type of remembrance to take with him for the rest of his life.

## Trivia

* In Battle of the *Ampere*, Jack carves Wade's initials into his arm.
* In Hunt for Jade Dragon, Jack reveals Wade wished to become a chef.
* Jack says that he sometimes feels like Wade watches him, almost like a guardian angel.