Meet Ethan Rodriguez – The Mystic Who Feels History

“The past isn’t just written. It’s alive. And it speaks—if you’re quiet enough to listen.”

Ethan Rodriguez is the spiritual compass of the Chronos Collectors. Rooted in Aztec heritage and guided by visions, dreams, and ancestral wisdom, Ethan navigates time not with gadgets but with intuition and reverence. His deep connection to the past helps the team understand the stakes of every timeline they touch—and reminds them what they’re fighting for.

Strengths & Skills

• Spiritual insight and powerful historical empathy
• Fluent in Nahuatl and several ancient dialects
• Strong connection to rituals, symbols, and ancestral memory
• Can sense anomalies in time through emotional and sensory intuition

Weaknesses & Challenges

• Emotionally affected by suffering in the past
• Can become overwhelmed by visions or spiritual burdens
• Often at odds with Zara and Jake’s logic-driven approach
• Feels personal guilt over historical injustices

Role in the Timeline

In Book 3, The Aztec Prophecy, Ethan’s heritage places him at the center of a dangerous convergence of prophecy and power. His spiritual instincts lead the team through Tenochtitlan’s most sacred—and perilous—moments.

Key Relationships

• Maya Chen: Respects her logic but often challenges her detachment.
• Zara Okafor: Friction between mysticism and action creates tension and growth.
• Jake Morrison: Their differing worldviews slowly evolve into mutual trust.

Favorite Artifact

The Obsidian Heart – A shard from a shattered sacrificial blade that resonates with his visions. Not a weapon—but a warning.

Notable Quote

“Some stories aren’t meant to be changed. They’re meant to be carried.”

Book Appearances

• Book 1: The Chronos Collectors
• Book 3: The Aztec Prophecy
• Book 7: The Last Collectors

Behind the Scenes

• Ethan is the heart of the team, often pushing for ethical decisions.
• Inspired by real-world curanderismo traditions and Nahua cosmology.
• Frequently has prophetic dreams—some yet to be explained.

Character Gallery

Explore Other Collectors

• Maya Chen – The Strategist Who Sees the Big Picture
• Zara Okafor – The Warrior Who Leaps First
• Jake Morrison – The Engineer Who Thinks in Pieces