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Timeline of Events
Explore the timeline within the Children of Nostradamus Universe.
Each book has its own timeline and events.
Michel de Nostredame is Born
December 14, 1503Michel de Nostredame known later as “Nostradamus” is recorded as the first psychic with the ability to predict the potential outcomes of the future. His greatest prediction is the end of the world set to occur December of 2012.
World War I Starts
July 28, 1914With the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, war erupts throughout Europe. In America, men are recruited and sent over seas widowing wives. The war ends four years after it started.
Eleanor Bovier is Born
February 13, 1917Eleanor Bouvier is born to Grace and Harold Bouvier on a small farm in the Midwest, the eldest of two kids.
Eleanor has her first Vision
March 2, 1927While asleep, Eleanor has her first premonition of the future. Upon telling her family, her mother worries that her daughter is sick and forbids her from discussing the work of the devil.
Harold Bouvier Dies
August 25, 1927While serving in the Army in the Great War overseas, Harold is killed by enemy fire. His brother-in-arms, Frank Wright delivers to the news to Grave Bouvier.
Eleanor Bouvier is Committed
November 12, 1928Due to her condition for speaking with Spirits, a hopeless Grace Bouvier has her daughter committed for psychiatric care. The use of sedatives prevent her visions while awake, but nighttime premonitions continue to plague her.
Eleanor Escapes Psychiatric Care
December 1, 1931Records show that Eleanor Bouvier escaped prior to a routine surgical procedure. The lead doctor is found dead. While the hospital blames Eleanor Bouvier, patients say a man came to her rescue and carried her away from the facility.
Frank Wright Opens Veteran Gym
May 9, 1934Taking a family owned building previously used as an automotive shop, Frank Wright opens the a gym for veterans. The clientele is based of military displaced due to injuries making them unfit to serve in the military during the war.
Frank Starts AA
May 12, 1937After years of battling his fondness of alcohol, Eleanor urges Frank to begin a new program for boozehounds called Alcoholics Anonymous. Frank attends his first meeting and realizes that he’s not alone in his desire to drown his sorrows with spirits.
Susan Lee Moves in with Eleanor
March 1, 1938Understanding that being a woman in New York City is dangerous, Frank pushes Eleanor to seek a roommate. Within minutes of meeting Susan Lee, Eleanor realizes she has met her match. Described as opposites in nearly every aspect, Susan Lee moves in.
Muriel is Orphaned
January 10, 1939Eleanor records a vision of a young girl. In New York City she meets the girl in a nunnery. Her diaries state the girl was orphaned and continued to reside in the nunnery until she took her vows and became a Sister. Is later referred to as “Saint of the Streets.”
Read moreWorld War II Starts
September 1, 1939Franklin Roosevelt enters the war determined to protect American interests in Europe. Workforce across America is maintained by women. Streets of New York become a shadow of their former brilliance.
NY Police Warn of Serial Killer
July 22, 1942Bodies are found slain throughout New York City. Police describe the attacks at vicious assaults with a sharp blade. There are no suspects and no known associations between the victims.
Suspected Serial Killer Found Dead
July 31, 1942Police discover the bodies of suspected serial killers in New York socialite’s house. It is believed they broke in with the intent of slaying the owner. It is unknown how they were killed, but their own blades were used to kill them. Investigation is closed.
Read moreEdward Hopper Displays Nighthawks
October 13, 1942Edward Hopper, at the request of his wife Jo Hopper, displays Nighthawks in a New York Gallery. It is rumored that a mysterious woman provided the inspiration for Jo’s involvement in the sale of the painting to the Chicago Institute of Art.
Mob Turf War Erupts in NYC
October 14, 1942Multiple police reports suggest a growing presence of Mobsters in New York City. A turf war is declared and dozens of mobsters are killed by an unknown rival gang. Police withdraw, letting the war continue unchecked.
Suspected Mob Leader Murdered
October 15, 1942New York Newspapers declare the head of the mob is found slain. The cause of death is unknown but attributed to rival gang. Police have no statement as to the growing presence of mobsters and their plans to combat the rising crime rates.
Hitler is Assassinated
April 7, 1944Hitler is assassinated by long-time wife, Eva Braun. Rumors quickly spread that America recruited her as an inside operative in exchange for her safety. Germany surrenders days later.
Franklin Roosevelt Dies
April 12, 1945He dies shortly after on April 12, 1945 leaving behind wife, Eleanor Roosevelt. His final act prior to death, appointing Eleanor Roosevelt to the United Nations General Assembly.
Genesis Division is Created
June 1, 1946Genesis Division begins developing new technologies under the mission, “The Betterment of Mankind.” Genesis Division begins lobbying in efforts to secure progressive candidates. It is uncertain who founded the company.
President Joyce Inauguration
January 20, 1989Cecilia Joyce wins the presidency on promises of developing America as a technological hub of the world. With contributions from Genesis Division, she wins by a landslide. She appoints known psychic, Eleanor P. Valentine, as her personal aide.
Sister Muriel Fosters Newborn
May 2, 1990Sister Muriel, a nun within the Catholic Church in Manhattan discovers an abandoned baby girl on their doorstep. Despite protests from her fellow sisters, she decides to raise the girl within the church. Infant displays odd abilities.
The Culling
February 29, 1992In response to the failed assassination attempt, President Joyce enacts Marshall law. All registered mentalists are exterminated for the protection of America.
Nuclear Eruption
March 5, 1992In response to the brutal killing of mentalists, sympathizers seek to cripple the United States Government. Nuclear reactors are destroyed creating fallout rendering the Northeast uninhabitable.
Mark Davis Receives Eleanor Valentine’s Letters
March 20, 1992White House Aide, Mark Davis receives a box of letters from Eleanor P. Valentine with explicit delivery directions. He later discovers a letter meant for himself where she predicts (accurately) his wife’s pregnancy.
Ariel [Davis] Arrives at Facility
December 22, 1992In an attempt of the American Government to resurrect their mentalist program, Ariel is brought to the Facility to be studied, The young girl is documented as having uncanny telekinesis abilities.
Mark Davis is Assigned to Oversee the Facility
January 21, 1993With his progressive views of mentalists, President Joyce assigns him to oversee the Facility and its research. Davis assumes residency at the Facility while supervising cybernetics, genetic research, and mentalist abilities.
Ivan Volkov Joins Facility as Lead Researcher
July 12, 1993Leading Russian Paranormal Sciences expert Dr. Ivan Volkov is appointed as head of research by President Joyce. His resume is redacted but he produces results exploring the capabilities of Ariel Davis.
Facility Expands Mentalist Research
August 2, 1993Pyrokinetic Arturo, and empath Penelope arrive at the Facility after their parents are found dead. Ivan Volkov expands his research to include all three mentalists in an attempt to provide military defense against their abilities.
Operation Second Prospect Begins
August 23, 1996The military partners with the New York Research Facility. Mentalists are trained as covert operatives working for the government in clandestine operations. No record of missions have been recorded.
Jonah Reilly Joins Second Prospect
August 26, 1996Noted soldier of the Corps, Jonah Reilly is brought in to oversee work on Project Second Prospect. He is tasked with handling/managing Ariel Davis with the intent of bringing her mentalist abilities under Corps control.
Second Prospect / Outlander Menace
September 13, 1996Jonah Reilly leads a mission to infiltrate Outlanders suspected of nuclear capabilities and threatening to attack U.S. soil. The mission serves as the field test for his team of mentalists. No record of outcome.
New York Facility Goes Dark
October 1, 1996All communication in and out of the New York Facility is severed. Once military arrives, they discover a massacre. Reports blame Outlanders for infiltrating the facility. Rumors mention internal threat.
The Nostradamus Effect
December 20, 2012On the date Nostradamus predicted the end of the world, lights fill the sky around the globe to the amazement of astronomers. This is marked as the emergence of humans with abilities known commonly as the Children of Nostradamus.
Rival Factions Clash in Outlands
September 11, 2013Military continues to monitor Outlander activity. Factions have gathered and created encampments housing the those expelled from the United States. Currently factions fight amongst themselves keeping the growing population under control.
Ceann is Recruited to the Knights
March 21, 2018All Children of Nostradamus are recruited by the Knights of Winchester and stripped of their identities as part of their cadet program. This continues to create an army of powered individual dedicated to the Queen and the people of the British Empire.
Read moreFranklin Thompson Murdered
October 6, 2022New York socialite is found dead in abandoned gymnasium. Police found no clues to the identity of his killer.
Bellevue Murders
October 6, 2022Bellevue Psychiatric Hospital reported a man wielding a baseball bat entering the premise. Multiple orderlies were found killed, all of them with electrical burns. Murders attributed to Dwayne Ayer, elevating his wanted status.
Ceann kills Cadet Instructor
March 5, 2024Records state that during a routine training simulation, a cadet is killed by the instructor. In a fit of rage, another cadet slays the instructor and is imprisoned indefinitely by the Knights of Winchester.
Formation of the Corps
January 1, 2025In response to growing threat domestically and internationally, President Joyce consolidates the military under the moniker “The Corps.” She appoints a single General to oversea all military.
New York City Rave Massacre
April 22, 2026Authorities discover dozens of bodies in Underground club. There is no report describing the carnage or any involved parties suspected of the massacre. Theories run rampant on the internet pointing to police.
Skits Committed to Bellevue
April 22, 2026Following a series of violent outbreaks, the court orders Skits Ayer into the custody of Bellevue Hospital. Once admitted, it is deemed she is to undergo long-term psychiatric care.
Dr. & Mrs. Rahim Killed
May 5, 2026After leaving a fundraising gala for the Hospital in a torrential downpour, Dr. & Mrs. Rahim were killed in a car crash. Dr. Rahim was a celebrated surgeon while Mrs. Rahim is a noted professor at NYU. Foul play is not suspected.
Paladins Renew Anti-Terrorist Efforts
June 21, 2028After creating an elite team within the Corp, they are used in anti-terrorist efforts. This ongoing effort by the government is to prevent insurgencies threatening the American way of life.
Warrant Issues for Dwayne Ayer
June 21, 2028After locals discover Dwayne Ayer is a Child of Nostradamus with lightning-wielding abilities, a warrant is posted for his arrest. He is added to the “Children’s Wanted” list and marked for retrieval by the Paladins.
Project Chimera Resurrected
August 19, 2031The Facility resurrects Black Listed research involving the harnessing and merging of powers from Children of Nostradamus. Project originally started with research within Genesis Division and moved offsite for security reasons.
Steiner Art Gallery Exhibit
May 16, 2032Steiner Gallery puts on show featuring Conthan Cowan and Child of Nostradamus, Jed Zappen. Protestors from both sides arrive and begin to riot. Paladins are called in to placate the crowd. Reports suggest other Children in attendance.
Upstate New York Facility Attacked
May 17, 2032Children of Nostradamus research facility is attacked by Outlanders in conjunction with wanted Children of Nostradamus. Research subjects and prisoners are released. It is assumed they fled to Canada for sanctuary.
Death of Mark Davis
May 18, 2032Appointed by the President Joyce, warden of the Facility, Mark Davis is killed by domestic terrorists and Children of Nostradamus. Coroner’s report is never discovered. No remaining family survive him.
Troy, NY Destroyed
May 13, 2033Under orders from President Joyce, synthetics are dispatched to eliminate a growing population of Children of Nostradamus in Troy, NY. According to reports, all residents are neutralized.
Strike on Boston, MA
May 21, 2033In a coordinated strike, President Joyce attempts to eliminate rogue Children of Nostradamus taking residence in a derelict Boston. Airships are dispatched with a squadron of Synthetics. All Children presumed dead.
President Joyce Assassinated
May 22, 2033In retaliation to President Joyce’s stance on Children of Nostradamus, a rogue group of powered individuals storm the White House. In a stand off in the Presidential Rose Garden, President Joyce is killed.
Jacob Griffin Sworn in as President
May 25, 2033Through a surprising unanimous decision, Congress elects Jacob Griffin as President Elect of the United States. Riots erupt throughout the United States in protest. Griffin promises to end the reign of Children operating within the U.S. and avenge the former President.
Read moreNew Religion Rises
July 20, 2033Throughout the United States, pockets of individuals start hosting small gatherings where Children of Nostradamus are worshipped as gods. There is no formal doctrine, but they believe Nostradamus to be a prophet and Children his Earth-bound deities.
Canadian Prime Minster Revealed as Mentalist
August 14, 2033Prime Minister Jean-Luc Baptiste is revealed to be a mentalist. While some Canadians worry about his position, he quickly wins over his people. Canada celebrates the prosperity brought by both mentalists and the Children of Nostradamus.
President Griffin Thwarts Assassination Attempt
August 14, 2033During a public speech in New York, domestic terrorist consisting of Children attempt to assassinate President Griffin. Their efforts are thwarted but hackers manage to expose the President’s heinous actions.
Washington D.C. Nuclear Attack
August 18, 2033Terrorist detonate a nuclear bomb over D.C. in an attempt to permanently remove President Griffin from power. The source of the nuclear explosion is heavily debated and ultimately blamed on terrorist Children of Nostradamus.
Corp Joins Rebellion
August 20, 2033In an act of defiance, General of the Corps denounces President Griffin and joins forces with a rebellion labeling under the banner of the Free Republic of America. Tensions continue to rise across the country as citizens brace for war.
New York Chemical Contamination
August 20, 2033People within New York City begin acting sporadic and begin attacking one another. The illness spreads until all citizens are reduced to zombie-like status. Reports blame unknown chemical in the drinking water.
State of Emergency Declared
August 21, 2033Leader of the Rebellion declares New York City a disaster and enlists the aide of Jersey Governor and FEMA to help trapped citizens. Both dissent from the U.S. Government and aid in the rebellion.
Twenty-Seven Named General of the Republic
September 16, 2033Civilian known as Twenty-Seven assumes the position as General of the Corps. There is no information regarding her past, but her name is mentioned multiple times in conjunction with the Free Republic Rebellion.
Free Republic Holds First Election
February 2, 2034The Free Republic of America holds its first election. In a landslide victory, Twenty-Seven is appointed as the President. Her campaign promises to begin healing the division of the former United States and providing relief to struggling citizens.
Sarah Matheus Gallery Opens in Chicago
July 11, 2034The Chicago Art Institute opens the Sarah Matheus gallery to honor the trials and tribulations faced by the Children of Nostradamus over the last two decades. Artwork by Conthan Cowan is featured as a permenant exhibition in the museum.
Troy is Declared a Sanctuary City
July 11, 2034President Twenty-Seven declares the city of Troy a Sanctuary City for all Children of Nostradamus. Genesis Division begins restoration efforts to create long-term living situations for Children and their families.
Wetworks Initiative Founded
July 11, 2034Rumors state that the Free Republic of America has enlisted Children of Nostradamus for both domestic and international neutralization of potential worldwide threats. No evidence exists to support these rumors. Attention is directed at the Free Republic’s President.
Read moreThe Tower is Erected
April 9, 2036The Children of Nostradamus establish a central base of operations west of Boston, Massachusetts in the Outlands. The Free Republic of America acknowledges its status as a sovereign nation.
The Tower is Attacked
June 15, 2039Surveillance footage suggests that a contingent of synthetics surviving from the Massacre of New York arrives at the Tower. The walls are breeched and synthetics assault the Tower and its residents. It is unknown if there are any casualties.
The Corruption
December 31, 2172The Corruption eradicates all computer data. Nearly all devices are wiped clean, creating a break in information prior to 2172. Recon centers are created to begin documenting physical artifacts and rebuild mankind’s history.
The Society Stages Coup
November 21, 2941In the United Kingdom, multiple bodies are found belonging to Lords and Ladies. Their deaths are ruled homicides with no suspects. It is rumored they belonged to a secret society frequented by the wealth.