Alek is the head of the Griffon Guard at just twenty five years old. It wasn’t a role that was simply handed to him and he’s proved his worth several times over, even as the youngest of the Guard. Life on Gar’nyse can be hard and Alek began training as part of the Griffon Guard when he was just ten years old, when he first linked with Loushka; a gorgeous tan griffon with red undertones in her mane and wings. Alek was made head of the Griffon Guard when he was twenty three, after he made a dramatic rescue of other members of the Guard from an exceptionally volatile situation. While neither a straight up good/bad boy, Alek does have a strong sense of honor and justice. But his training and personality makes him far from a pushover and he isn’t afraid to offend people when necessary. While he can be quite diplomatic, as his role requires, he won’t hesitate to act on instinct.
At 6’3 tall with a broad, strong figure he stands out in a crowd and his handsome face with striking dark blue eyes and black hair, makes most women he meets go rather fluttery ;p He is aware of it and was a bit of a player for a few years there, happily catching up with ‘friends’ in different towns. Alek’s heritage has always meant he’s expected to make an arranged marriage—but as many of you know, a certain red-head throws a spanner into those plans.
A bit of a loner in life, Alek’s close friends are those of the Griffon Guard and Loushka. He is of course well known and liked through out Elion but enjoys his solitude and makes the most of escaping to a cabin in the mountains when he has time.
I haven’t yet found one actor I want absolutely to play Alek and the best I can do is show a selection of those who have a similar look to him. Currently the selection is:
Tom Welling
Chris Hemsworth (I photo shopped the hair/eyes ;p)
Chase Crawford (a bit too boyish for my liking, but hey! By the time this gets turned into a movie he may have improved ;p)
Chris Pine (this guy got Glenn’s approval cause he was Capt. Kirk—he’s growling at all the other suggestions ;p)
Tell me your thoughts or suggestions *grin* I’d love to hear them!
Take care all!
Nic
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Hi Nicole- I am enjoying your series. I was wondering when will book three be available?
It will be available in December this year 🙂 Glad to hear you're enjoying them 🙂
Hemsworth has the closests attributes and persona to tackle the Alek character, but this might just be the perfect opp. for a new face. Some of the best book to screen success stories are those that apply new talent.
Anyway! I sick of waiting for book 3. Lay it on us woman!!! ;))
I think I prefer the idea of Sean Faris – for the reason you suggested, someone new (course he ain't that new *grin* but best example I have) to really take the role and not have too much baggage with it. And hey! If you guys can all read so well why the heck do you keep demanding book three now!?! ;p I'm pretty damn sure (positive, actually) that the last page in Awakening says Feel the Burn is due in Dec. Glad you're looking forward to it!
I think Tom Welling is a better fit for Alek since he is tall dark and blue eyed and handsome and he has that playful yet commanding aura about him
We are demanding because we just can't wait! Take it as a great compliment! I read books 1 and 2 in less that 3 days. I am anxious to know the ending! As far as my choice for Alek I'll say either Chase Crawford or Tom Welling. Chase being option 1.
Angel
Thanks, Angel 🙂 I do take it as a compliment 🙂 I really can't begin to describe the feeling to know that other people enjoy the world I've created as much as I do! And I love to give as hard as I get, so I've gotta rib the demanders a little ;p