Author’s Note & Disclaimer!!!!
Dear Readers,
Welcome to The Last Guardian—the beginning of a story that has been living somewhere between mythology, darkness, forbidden love, and the secrets we bury because we’re afraid of what might happen if they are uncovered.
This isn’t just a fantasy romance.
It’s a story about destiny, bloodlines, betrayal, sacrifice, ancient powers, and two people who may have been connected long before they ever met.
Josh and Anna’s journey will take us into a world filled with forgotten empires, ancient legends, dangerous secrets, and a darkness that refuses to stay buried.
And because this is the first book in the Guardian Trilogy, not every question will be answered here.
Some secrets are meant to remain hidden. Some truths will hurt.
And some answers will only create more questions. So please pay attention to the little details. 👀
A symbol.
A name.
A forgotten memory.
A strange dream.
Because in this story, nothing is there by accident.
I hope you’ll fall in love with the characters, question everything, scream at the plot twists, and maybe even distrust the people you’re supposed to trust. 🤭
Thank you for giving my story a chance and for stepping into this world with me.
Now…the gates of the ancient empire are open.
Welcome to the Guardian Trilogy.
— Fatou T 🖤
Disclaimer/Content Rating!
Content Rating: 18+
The Last Guardian | Josh Cullen FF is a fictional work of dark fantasy created for entertainment purposes.
This story contains mature themes and may include:
• Dark fantasy and mythology • Ancient empires and fictional historical elements • Fantasy violence and battle scenes • Death and references to death • Blood and injury • Threats and dangerous situations • Dark supernatural themes • Psychological tension and fear • Betrayal, manipulation, and secrets • Mature romantic themes • Sexual/sensual themes • Strong emotional situations • References to trauma and loss • Criminal or morally questionable behavior • Characters making dangerous and imperfect choices
Reader discretion is advised.
The characters, kingdoms, mythology, supernatural elements, events, organizations, and other fictional aspects of this story are products of the author’s imagination unless otherwise stated.
This story is not intended to represent real historical events, Filipino mythology, Filipino culture, or any specific person’s life.
Although real-world names, cultural influences, locations, or mythological elements may inspire aspects of the story, they have been incorporated into a fictional universe and may be altered for storytelling purposes.
⚠️ IMPORTANT
Josh Cullen Santos and other real-person references are used within a fictional fanfiction setting.
This story is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Josh Cullen Santos, SB19, their management, or any associated organization.
No real person is being portrayed as having actually experienced the fictional events, relationships, supernatural circumstances, or situations depicted in this story.
This is fanfiction.
Please remember that everything within this story belongs to its fictional universe.
Read responsibly.
Respect the characters.
Respect the cultures that inspire the world.
And most importantly—enjoy the story. 🖤
© Fatou T | All Rights Reserved.
CAST!!!!
🖤 JOSH CULLEN SANTOS
The Last Guardian
Full Name: Josh Cullen Santos
Courtesy Name: Lakan Soren
Role: Protagonist • Last Guardian • Warrior • Heir of the Guardian Bloodline
Birthday: October 22, 1993
Zodiac: Libra ♎
Height: 167 cm / 5’6”
Blood Type: O+
Place of Birth: Pasig City, Philippines (real-world reference)
Family: • Father — Rafael Santos †
Mother — Elena Santos
Younger sister — Mara Santos • Ancestor — Lakan Soren, the First Guardian
Close Friends: Pablo, Stell, Ken, Justin
Romantic Interest: Anna Pangilinan
Personality
Josh is guarded, sarcastic, fiercely loyal, and slow to trust. He doesn’t believe in legends until he becomes one.
He carries the weight of a bloodline he never asked for and constantly struggles between the life he wants and the destiny forced upon him.
Guardian Abilities
• Enhanced combat instincts • Ancient weapon mastery • Supernatural strength • Guardian healing • Ability to sense supernatural entities • Ancient-language visions • Connection to Guardian relics • Ability to communicate with ancestral spirits
Secret
Josh isn’t simply the final Guardian.
His bloodline was created for something much darker.
🌙 ANNA PANGILINAN
The Daughter of the Fallen Bloodline
Full Name: Anna Isabel Pangilinan
Courtesy Name: Dayang Amara
Role: Female Lead • Heiress of the Fallen Bloodline • Mystery Keeper
Birthday: March 3, 1997 (fictional)
Zodiac: Pisces ♓
Height: 168 cm / 5’6” (fictional)
Blood Type: AB+
Place of Birth: Manila, Philippines
Family: • Father — Alejandro Pangilinan
Mother — Elena Reyes-Pangilinan
Grandmother — Amihan Reyes • Ancient ancestor — Dayang Amara
Close Friends: Josh, Stell, Justin
Romantic Interest: Josh Cullen Santos
Personality
Anna is intelligent, compassionate, mysterious, and incredibly stubborn.
She knows far more about the ancient empire than she admits.
Her biggest flaw is believing she has to carry every secret alone.
Abilities
• Ancient bloodline magic • Dreamwalking • Spirit communication • Protective enchantments • Ability to read ancient inscriptions • Connection to the royal relics
Secret
Anna’s family wasn’t simply connected to the fall of the empire.
They caused it.
And Anna has spent her entire life trying to prevent history from repeating itself.
👑 THE ANCIENT BLOODLINE
LAKAN SOREN SANTOS
The First Guardian
Role: Josh’s legendary ancestor
Courtesy Title: Lakan ng Bantay
Era: The Ancient Empire
Status: Deceased
Bloodline: Guardian Dynasty
Soren was the first warrior chosen to protect the kingdom from the supernatural forces beyond the veil.
His final act created the Guardian oath.
But history erased the real reason he created it.
DAYANG AMARA PANGILINAN
The Fallen Princess
Role: Anna’s ancient ancestor
Courtesy Title: Dayang Amara
Era: Ancient Empire
Status: Deceased
A princess whose forbidden relationship with a Guardian triggered a chain of events that eventually destroyed the empire.
Her story is remembered as a betrayal.
But the truth is much more complicated.
🩸 THE SB19 SIDE CAST
Fictionalized supporting roles: In this fanfiction, the SB19 members appear as fictional characters within the Guardian universe. Their real-world identities, careers, and personal lives should not be interpreted as the events of the story.
💜 PABLO NASE
The Strategist
Real Name: John Paulo Bagnas Nase
Courtesy Name: Lakan Paulo
Role: Royal Strategist • Scholar • Guardian Ally
Birthday: September 14, 1994
Zodiac: Virgo ♍ Height: 172 cm / 5’8”
Blood Type: Not publicly established
Place of Birth: Imus, Cavite, Philippines
Family: Not specified in this fictional adaptation
Close Friends: Josh, Stell, Ken, Justin
Relationship to Josh: Best friend and strategic adviser
Pablo is the intellectual center of the group.
He studies ancient texts and knows more about the Guardian bloodline than Josh realizes.
He’s usually the first person to notice when something doesn’t add up.
Story Secret: Pablo discovers a prophecy suggesting that Josh may not be the final Guardian after all.
💙 STELL AJERO
The Healer
Real Name: Stellvester Ajero
Courtesy Name: Datu Stellian
Role: Royal Healer • Spiritual Guardian • Protector
Birthday: June 16, 1995
Zodiac: Gemini ♊
Height: 170 cm / 5’7”
Blood Type: Not publicly established
Place of Birth: Las Piñas, Metro Manila, Philippines
Family: Not specified in this fictional adaptation
Close Friends: Josh, Pablo, Ken, Justin
Relationship to Josh: Trusted confidant
Stell possesses an unusual connection to healing magic.
Unlike Josh, he doesn’t fight because he enjoys battle.
He fights because he believes every life is worth saving.
Story Secret: Stell can sense when someone is being influenced by supernatural forces—and Anna’s aura frightens him.
🖤 FELIP “KEN” SUSON
The Shadow Warrior
Real Name: Felip Jhon Suson Ken / FELIP
Courtesy Name: Datu Felip
Role: Warrior • Assassin • Royal Guard
Birthday: January 12, 1997
Zodiac: Capricorn ♑
Height: 168 cm / 5’6”
Blood Type: Not publicly established
Place of Birth: Pagadian, Zamboanga del Sur, Philippines
Family: Not specified in this fictional adaptation
Close Friends: Josh, Pablo, Stell, Justin
Relationship to Josh: Combat partner
Ken is quiet, observant, and intimidating when provoked.
He rarely speaks without purpose.
While Josh is the Guardian, Ken is the person standing behind him when everything goes wrong.
Story Secret: Ken has been secretly investigating disappearances connected to the ancient ruins.
🤍 JUSTIN DE DIOS
The Royal Heir
Real Name: Justin De Dios
Fictional Courtesy Name: Rajah Justin
Role: Royal Descendant • Diplomat • Youngest Member of the Circle
Birthday: July 7, 1998
Zodiac: Cancer ♋ Height: 173 cm / 5’8”
Blood Type: Not publicly established
Place of Birth: Malabon City, Philippines
Family: Not specified in this fictional adaptation
Close Friends: Josh, Pablo, Stell, Ken
Relationship to Josh: Younger-brother figure
Justin appears innocent compared with the others.
That’s exactly why people underestimate him.
He has access to royal archives that even Josh cannot enter.
Story Secret: Justin discovers that someone has been altering historical records for centuries.
