Elpis

* Civilian
* Elpis

*"Anyone can be a hero. No matter where they come from."*
—Sam Aran
**Samantha "Sam" Aran** was a vigilante and member of the Arcadian Rebels under the codename **Elpis**. She fought alongside them until her orchestrated demise at the hands of Torment.

It was revealed that Sam was actually saved by the Raider, and was hidden for months until she was brought home to Neo Arcadia. She elected to use her second chance at life to pursue a legal career to help her friends.

## Biography

### Early Life

Samantha Aran was born in Neo Arcadia on February 5, 1997, to Robert Aran and Vivian Cooper. Her uncle used to call her "Samus" as a nickname because she was obsessed with *Metroid* when she was younger.

In 2001 Sam's mother died from cancer. This led her father, Robert Aran, to become an alcoholic. He died 3 months later after her mother's death due to a car crash. Sam then moved in with her Uncle and Aunt.

### Becoming a Hero

Sam chose the life of a hero because she wanted to show people that there is hope in the world. That's why she chose the name Elpis. Elpis in Greek means hope. Sam doesn't wear a mask because not all heroes wear masks. Anyone can be a hero even if they don't wear a mask.

#### Joining the Arcadian Rebels

After 3 months of crime fighting, Sam was noticed by the Rebels. One night Almanac appeared to her. At first, Almanac wasn't fond of her fighting crime. She was reckless with little training at all. Though after a while Sam proved to Almanac and the Rebels that she will be a hero no matter what. Finally, Almanac allowed her to join. Sam then started training with the one and only Flag.

#### The Oust

Sam didn't stay at Neo Arcadia when the "Oust" was happening. Her family decided to move to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania since Neo Arcadia was becoming a more dangerous place. She helped them move and then came back to Neo Arcadia after the Oust was over.

### Death

On August 30th, 2018 Torment warned Neo Arcadia that Josiah Kleban will die and that if anyone gets in his way they will suffer the same fate. Almanac, Vigorous, and Elpis set out to protect Josiah. They were transporting to a safe place when Torment and his men attacked. During the attack Sam noticed one of Torment's goons was about to crash in Josiah's limo, so instead Sam crashed into the goon's vehicle. Doing so, she and the goon were thrown off the highway. Almanac quickly drove down to see if Sam was alright. Digging through the rubble of the crash he found her body, lifeless.

### Legacy

Samantha Aran would be remembered as a hero trying to protect Josiah Kleban. People won't forget her bravery, honesty, and kindness.

## Personality

Sam was a nice, caring, determined, and brave individual.

## Abilities

* **Peak Human Condition:** Sam is in top physical condition with a focus in reflexes and flexibility.
* **Expert Martial Artist:** Sam is an experienced field hand-to-hand combatant with a specialty in stick fighting, and has demonstrated the ability to give the battle-tested Clark Flat a good fight. Her fighting style is comprised of Eskrima, Boxing, and Judo. Scott Haynes referred to Sam as "an excellent fighter." She was especially skilled in stick-fighting with her twin batons.

## Equipment

### Weaponry and Gadgets

* **Batons:** Sam's weapon of choice were her twin batons.

## Relationships

* Vivian Cooper - Mother
* Rachel Aran - Paternal Aunt
* Andrew Larson - Paternal Uncle
* Leana Larson - Cousin
* Audri Larson - Niece

Allies* Arcadian Rebels
	+ Jason Kade/Almanac
	+ Clark Flat/Flag
	+ Leah Caverly/Reverie
	+ Kaz Becker/Argonaut

## Trivia

* "Elpis" is the Greek personification of hope.
* Sam's favorite color was blue.
* Sam was obsessed with Metroid as a child.
* Sam and her cousin Leana basically had a sister relationship.

## Music

Some of Sam's favorite songs include:

 Selena Gomez | "Back To You""Wolves"