'Gen V' Star Keeya King Unpacks Annabeth's Anxiety-Fueled Precognitive Abilities

According to 'Gen V' star Keeya King, her character Annabeth's unique superpower to predict or anticipate future events is the show's way of depicting the real-life challenges of an anxiety disorder. As viewers learned in the latest episode, Annabeth is a "pre-cog" who experiences visions and voices that she cannot control, sometimes causing her extreme pain.

King, who had no idea she was auditioning for the role of Annabeth, could personally relate to the character's struggles. The actress explained that Annabeth's powers are a metaphor for anxiety, where she knows something bad is going to happen but doesn't know when, how, or what to do to stop it, leaving her "in a frozen state."

Annabeth has now joined the party after being revived by her sister Marie (Jaz Sinclair) in the previous episode. However, their relationship is strained, as Annabeth still resents Marie for accidentally murdering their parents when they were younger. But there is hope for forgiveness, as the two shed tears together and Marie comforted Annabeth during a panic attack.

The show's creative team, including director Catriona McKenzie, worked closely with King to craft the visual moments that depict Annabeth's anxiety-fueled visions. As the actress continues to explore her character's unique abilities, viewers can expect to see Annabeth's journey of self-discovery and her efforts to help her sister and friends.