Scanners II: The New Order

A young veterinarian intern who discovers he can read and control minds. His powers initially overwhelm him as he moves from a rural setting to the city, but he increasingly uses them to assist law enforcement. He experiences a moral struggle when pressured to influence political outcomes and must decide where his allegiance lies—between protecting people and becoming a tool for authority.

David’s older sister and ally who reveals their family history and David’s ties to the Scanner lineage. She helps David navigate the dangers posed by Forrester and the secret projects, demonstrating courage and resourcefulness. Julie plays a crucial role in coordinating the plan to dismantle the conspirators’ operation.

A power-driven leader who seeks to control the city through the illegal use of Scanner abilities. He manipulates political structures, including forcing the mayor’s hand, to consolidate power and deny the existence of Scanners publicly. His willingness to eliminate opponents makes him a dangerous antagonist.

A more aggressive Scanner who operates under Forrester and serves as a catalyst for conflict. He exercises force and uses Eph2 to destabilize David, becoming a direct threat. Drak’s confrontations accelerate the plot toward a climactic showdown.

The city mayor who is pressured into naming Forrester, becoming entangled in the conspiracy at the heart of the plot. Her role highlights the vulnerability of political figures to manipulation by those with psychic powers. Her fate underscores the high stakes of the power struggle.