When two sisters with opposing worldviews journey through a mysterious gateway to free their father’s spirit, they discover the hidden powers behind their family’s spiritual legacy.
Family Fantasy Adventure
Vongfai combines action, drama, magic, and spiritual elements, providing a fresh, dynamic take on the “superhero” genre that will resonate with a diverse audience.
Many of us have lost a parent or other loved ones; strange, unexplained events may have occurred since their passing. Vongfai demystifies these signals as we ride alongside two bickering sisters as they traverse fantasy-inspired spiritual realms. Cultural themes will be embedded in meaningful and fun ways, making the story accessible for children and adults alike. We want to turn this story into a live-action feature, a family-friendly adventure fantasy with heart and humor.
Age: 17 years old
Role: Older sister to Janmani
Personality: Responsible, cautious, and sometimes skeptical
Strengths: Natural leader, quick thinker, protective of her younger sister, more mature and experienced
Weaknesses: Can be dismissive of her sister’s ideas, struggles with fear and doubt, hesitant to embrace her powers initially. Bugs.
Motivation: Protect her family and uncover the truth about her mother’s disappearance
Character Arc: Janida learns to trust her intuition and embrace her newfound powers as a Phi Chaser, ultimately becoming more open to the unknown and accepting her role as a protector.
Age: 8 years old
Role: Younger sister to Janida
Personality: Curious, imaginative, and adventurous
Strengths: Embraces her powers quickly, easily befriends spirits, and fearlessly faces challenges despite her young age
Weaknesses: Can be impulsive, naive, and overly trusting of the spirit world; less mature and experienced. Bugs.
Motivation: Help her family, protect the spirit world, and forge a deeper connection with her sister
Character Arc: Janmani’s fearlessness and curiosity help her become a strong Phi Chaser as she balances her natural instincts with her sister’s wisdom and experience.
Complex: Jitara is a multi-faceted character with a complicated past, having transformed from a loving mother into the queen of spirits, Mae Phed. She carries a sense of tragedy and mystery, which makes her an intriguing character.
Powerful: As Mae Phed, Jitara possesses great power and influence over the spirit realm. Her abilities and strength make her a formidable antagonist, challenging her daughters in the story’s climax.
Enigmatic: Jitara’s disappearance from her daughters’ lives and her transformation into Mae Phed make her an enigmatic figure. Her true intentions and motivations are not immediately clear, adding an element of suspense and intrigue to the story.
Protective: Despite her dark transformation, Jitara retains a protective instinct towards her daughters. This maternal love becomes evident in the climactic confrontation, creating an emotional connection between the characters.
Conflicted: Jitara’s dual nature as both a loving mother and the queen of dark spirits creates internal conflict. She struggles with her role as Mae Phed and the impact it has on her family, making her a more relatable and empathetic character.
Age: Late 60s to early 70s
Role: Grandmother to Janida and Janmani, mother to Jitara, spiritual guide
Personality: Wise, nurturing, and mysterious
Strengths: Profound spiritual knowledge, skilled in spells and rituals, connected to the spirit world
Weaknesses: Her age and the energy required to maintain spiritual balance take a toll on her health
Motivation: Protect her family and maintain the balance between the human and spirit worlds
Character Arc: Mae Tu Yen passes on her knowledge to her grandchildren, entrusting them with the responsibility of being Phi Chasers.
Age: Unknown
Role: Spiritual guide and ally to Janida and Janmani
Personality: Loyal, playful, and wise
Strengths: Ability to communicate with both humans and spirits, knowledgeable about the spirit realm, protective of the sisters
Weaknesses: Vulnerable to the power of dark spirits.
Motivation: Assist the sisters in their quest to save their father and protect the spirit realm from malevolent forces.
Character Arc: Mani forms a deep bond with the sisters, becoming a trusted companion and advisor as they navigate the challenges of the spirit realm.
Age: Mid-40s
Role: Father to Janida and Janmani
Personality: Loving, protective, and hardworking
Strengths: Supportive of his daughters, strong connection to his recent wife’s spirit
Weaknesses: Struggles with stress and the loss of his wife, sometimes keeps secrets from his daughters to protect them
Motivation: Keep his daughters safe, and help them understand and harness their powers
Character Arc: Non learns to trust in his daughters’ abilities and becomes more open to sharing his knowledge of the spirit world with them.
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