In the dark embrace of astrophysics and despair, John Koestler finds himself a man beset by unanswerable questions. A professor of astrophysics at MIT, he is a seeker of truths, driven primarily by the shadows of personal loss, which loom larger and more ominous than any celestial object he might study. The tragic death of his wife in an accident casts a long pall over his life, leaving him to navigate the tumultuous currents of single parenthood while fostering a complex relationship with his son, Caleb. John's life takes an extraordinary turn when he discovers a series of mysterious numbers left by his son as part of a time capsule, which eerily predict future tragedies and correlate with historical disasters. As he embarks on a frantic journey to decipher their meaning, haunted by grief, he grapples with existential dilemmas including the notions of fate, free will, and the fragile nature of existence. John's relentless pursuit of understanding transforms him into a reluctant hero, defined by both his vulnerabilities and intellectual prowess, as he seeks to protect his son from impending doom amidst an unraveling world.
John Koestler
Birthday
09/20/2024
AKA
John
Professor Koestler
Dad
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Personality Traits
- Intellectually curious, highly analytical, and a rational skeptic.
- Consumed by grief yet fiercely resilient, especially in his role as a father.
- Protective and committed to Caleb’s safety, struggling with existential dread.
- Emotionally vulnerable but driven by a deep sense of responsibility and hope.
Key Roles
- MIT astrophysics professor
- Sole guardian of his son Caleb
- Reluctant investigator of prophetic catastrophes
- Protective father troubled by grief
Relationships
Casual, slightly disheveled clothing reflecting his status as a single father and scholar.
Often seen in dark, muted tones suitable for his somber disposition.
Layered looks suitable for academic life, often with a jacket or sweater.
Comfortable jeans and practical shoes, indicating both academia and his active role as a parent.
Knowing
A teacher opens a time capsule that has been dug up at his son's elementary school; in it are some chilling predictions -- some that have already occurred and others that are about to -- that lead him to believe his family plays a role in the events that are about to unfold.