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"They show you the world and then they tell you that you can't have it."
Aleksanteri Linkosalmi
General Information:
Name: Aleksanteri Linkosalmi
Nicknames: Aleksi, Alexander, Alex, Alek, A.
Age: 22
Place of Birth: Tampere, Finland
Gender: Male
Nationality: Finnish
Former Occupation: N/A
Affiliation: Resistance
Physical Description:
Height: 5'6
Build: Slim
Hair Color: Dark Brown
Eye Color: Gray
Family Information:
Kaisa Linkosalmi (Mother) - DECEASED
Johannes Linkosalmi (Father) - ALIVE - Residing in City Thirty-Five
Aapo Linkosalmi (Brother) - ALIVE - Residing in City Fifty-Nine
Anssi Linkosalmi (Brother) - ALIVE - Residing in City Twenty-Nine
Aada Linkosalmi (Sister) - ALIVE - Residing in City Forty-Eight
-STORY-
Aleksanteri's life had already been marred by tragedy even before the Combine invasion. Born in the serene countryside of Finland, he grew up in a small village alongside his loving parents and three younger siblings. His childhood was filled with joyful moments, exploring the picturesque forests, and basking in the warmth of a close-knit family.
However, their world was shattered when Aleksanteri's mother fell victim to a merciless battle with cancer. The loss left a void that his father, already burdened with the responsibility of providing for a large family, struggled to fill. Aleksanteri's older siblings stepped up, shouldering their own share of the burden to support their father and care for their youngest brother. Together, they forged a bond of resilience and unity in the face of adversity.
When the Combine invasion of Earth transpired, it was an upheaval beyond anything they had imagined. The once-thriving world was now under the oppressive control of an alien regime. The invading forces were swift and ruthless, tearing families apart and subjugating humanity to their will. In the chaos, Aleksanteri's family was forcibly separated, leaving him bewildered and anguished. The separation was a harrowing experience for the young boy, whose world had crumbled before his eyes. The comfort of his siblings' presence and the reassurance of his father's protection were replaced by the cold, sterile walls of the camp, where his identity was systematically erased and replaced with a numeric designation.
Despite his young age, Aleksanteri's spirit burned with a seething hatred for the Combine. He witnessed their atrocities firsthand, the dehumanization of his fellow captives, and the systematic erasure of their identities. The fire of rebellion ignited within him, fueled by the memory of his lost family and the yearning for freedom. While other children at the camp seemed to adapt to their new reality, Aleksanteri harbored a deep resentment and hatred towards the Combine. Despite his tender age, a fire burned within him, fueled by the memories of his lost family and the injustice inflicted upon humanity. He refused to succumb to despair, vowing to fight back against the alien oppressors.
Life at the child camp was a blur of fear, uncertainty, and hidden determination. Enduring the dehumanization and indoctrination imposed by the Combine, Aleksanteri clung to his Finnish roots and the values instilled by his family. His quiet determination, stoic demeanor, and unwavering bravery became his armor in the face of adversity, allowing him to survive the daily struggles within the camp's confines.
At the age of 19, Aleksanteri was relocated once again, this time to City 24, a sprawling urban center now under the iron grip of the Combine. The city's towering buildings loomed over the impoverished districts where he found himself once again. It was here that he discovered a glimmer of hope in the form of a resistance group.
Joining the ranks of a local group was a turning point for Aleksanteri. He found comrades who shared his desire for liberation, who believed in the strength of humanity to rise against their oppressors. With the resistance, he honed his combat skills, learned tactics, and studied the weaknesses of the Combine. For the first time since the invasion, he had a sense of purpose, a chance to fight back.
Determined to uncover the fate of his family and to bring justice to the world, Aleksanteri embraced his role as a resistance fighter. Driven by his fierce love for his lost family and his unyielding determination to make a difference, Aleksanteri fought with the spirit of a lion. His journey was one of resilience, sacrifice, and unwavering hope—a beacon of light in the darkest of times, as he sought to rewrite the destiny of humanity and restore freedom to a world suffocating under the Combine's tyranny.
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Alfred Pearson
The very first person I met once I arrived into the slums of C24. I was completely clueless where I should go or what I should do and Alfred was the one who guided me through everything. I'm pretty sure I wouldn't be here if it wasn't for him. We belong to separate groups now, but I know that can never separate us. If my father was still here with me, I'd wish he was just like Alfred. God knows what it would do to my mind if I lost this guy.
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