Public Consumption
Amelia
Hartfield
Meet Gabriel Thornwood (right), the face of the Shadowhunters. Gabriel is a figure shrouded in mystery, whose reputation precedes him. Tonight, I, Amelia Hartfield, have the chance to uncover the truth behind the veil. Take a peek with me won’t you?
Gabriel
Thornwood
*The following is an exclusive interview with Gabriel Thornwood, one of the enigmatic Shadowhunters whose exploits have captivated audiences worldwide. As an investigative journalist, I had the unique opportunity to delve into the world of these notorious hunters, seeking to uncover the truth behind their controversial actions and the moral complexities they face in their quest to protect humanity.*
AMELIA HARTFIELD (leaning in) Amelia leans forward, her voice steady but filled with curiosity.
Gabriel, the world knows you as a Shadowhunter—a warrior fighting against the shadowfolk that threaten humanity. But there are many who question the methods employed by your group. How do you respond to the allegations that your actions are driven by personal fame and profit?
GABRIEL THORNWOOD
(chuckles grimly)
Ah, the age-old question. You see, Amelia, it’s easy for people to judge what they don’t understand. We live in a world where the lines between good and evil have blurred. The shadowfolk, as you call them, are not mere myths. They are real, and their existence poses a threat to humanity.
I had seen the shadowfolk firsthand—monsters lurking in the shadows, preying on the innocent. But the Shadowhunters claim that the real monsters are within us. They believe that by exposing the darkness in themselves, they can better protect us from the shadows that threaten our world.
Amelia leans forward, her eyes filled with both skepticism and fascination.
AMELIA HARTFIELD (sincerely)
But Gabriel, some argue that your methods border on vigilantism. How do you reconcile the violence and destruction caused in the pursuit of your mission?
GABRIEL THORNWOOD (leaning forward, intense)
Amelia, I won’t deny that the path we walk is treacherous. We’ve made choices that haunt us in the quiet moments. But we have taken it upon ourselves to face the darkness head-on, to protect humanity when others turn a blind eye. We are not heroes; we are flawed individuals who have accepted the weight of this burden. The world may judge us, but we are the ones who stand against the shadows.
AMELIA HARTFIELD (Amelia gathers her thoughts, her voice calm but resolute.)
Gabriel, what message do you want to convey to those who may view the Shadowhunters as nothing more than entertainment, a spectacle for public consumption?
GABRIEL THORNWOOD (solemnly)
We are not mere entertainment. Our battles are not staged for the amusement of others. We fight so that others may live in a world free from the shadows that lurk in the depths. We are a stark reminder that darkness exists, and it is our duty to stand against it, even if it means bearing the weight of the world’s judgment.
The interview concludes, leaving a lingering sense of intrigue and moral ambiguity. Gabriel Thornwood’s enigmatic persona remains intact, leaving Amelia Hartfield and the audience with more questions than answers.
*Disclaimer: The events and characters portrayed in this article are fictional. Any resemblance to real-life individuals or situations is purely coincidental.*