The Concept

In 2124, Mia, a 30-year-old track and field athlete with hemophilia, relies on the VitaGuard to monitor her health and deliver clotting factors in real-time, allowing her to compete at an elite level. The device has transformed health management, but its use in professional sports remains controversial. As Mia prepares for the Olympic trials, her success sparks debate about whether the VitaGuard is simply leveling the playing field or giving her an unfair advantage. Her journey is uncertain when a formal complaint is filed, putting her Olympic dreams at risk.

As Mia’s Olympic trials progress, Lena’s coach, a seasoned and vocal figure in sports, files a formal complaint with the Olympic committee, claiming that the VitaGuard gives Mia an unfair advantage. Lena, a rising star in the same event, remains quiet as her coach leads the charge, questioning the ethics of Mia’s reliance on the patch. The complaint prompts the committee to suspend Mia’s participation while they investigate, placing her future in the Olympics on hold and igniting public controversy.

The Story Arc

Exposition

In 2124, the VitaGuard has transformed health management for those with chronic conditions, though its use in sports remains controversial. Mia, a 34-year-old Olympic hopeful with hemophilia, relies on the VitaGuard to deliver clotting factors in real-time, allowing her to compete at an elite level without giving her any unfair advantage. As Mia trains for the Olympic team, society debates whether the patch truly levels the playing field or raises ethical concerns about its use in professional sports.

Inciting Incident

After years of training, Mia finally gets the notification that she has been invited to try-out for the Olympic Team and participate in the Trials. As Mia’s performance in the Olympic trials garners attention, Lena’s coach, a seasoned and outspoken figure in the athletic world, files a formal complaint. He argues that the VitaGuard gives Mia an unfair advantage, despite the patch only managing her hemophilia by providing clotting factors. This complaint forces the Olympic committee to place Mia’s participation on hold, igniting a public controversy over the role of technology in sports and casting doubt on her Olympic future.

Rising Action

The tension peaks when the Olympic committee calls a hearing to make their final decision on Mia’s eligibility. Lena’s coach, armed with expert testimony and media support, argues fiercely that allowing the VitaGuard would set a dangerous precedent in sports. Mia, frustrated but composed, defends her position, emphasizing that the patch only compensates for her hemophilia, not enhancing her performance. The hearing is a public spectacle, with athletes, journalists, and viewers worldwide watching as the committee deliberates. As Mia anxiously waits for the verdict, she realizes that this decision will not only impact her Olympic future but could shape the role of technology in sports for generations to come.

Climax

As the Olympic committee reviews the complaint, media coverage of Mia’s situation intensifies. Public opinion is divided—some argue that the VitaGuard merely levels the playing field for athletes with chronic conditions, while others, led by Lena’s coach, insist it gives Mia an unfair edge. Mia faces growing scrutiny, with her every move analyzed and questioned. Meanwhile, Lena, an up-and-coming athlete, distances herself from the controversy but is pressured by her coach to publicly support his stance. Mia, determined to clear her name, continues training despite the uncertainty, but the tension escalates as the decision from the Olympic board looms.

Falling Action

The Olympic committee finally rules in Mia’s favor, allowing her to compete. They conclude that the VitaGuard does not provide any unfair advantage but simply allows her to compete on equal footing with other athletes. The decision sparks widespread debate, with some celebrating the advancement of technology in sports, while others, like Lena’s coach, express their frustration and disappointment. Despite the controversy, Mia is relieved and returns to training, but the public remains divided. Lena distances herself from her coach's complaints, recognizing that Mia’s struggle mirrors the challenges all athletes face in pushing their limits.

Resolution

Mia competes in the Olympics, performing at her best and proving that her success is a result of her hard work and dedication, not the VitaGuard. She only wins bronze, but the disabled community sees her as a hero. The public slowly accepts that technology like the VitaGuard can provide necessary support without undermining athletic fairness, and allow them to pursue their athletic dreams. The ruling sets a precedent, allowing other athletes with chronic conditions to use similar devices in competition. Mia’s journey becomes a symbol of perseverance, and she embraces her role as an advocate for athletes facing similar challenges, knowing that her victory extends beyond the track to broader societal acceptance of technological advancements in sports.

Denouement

After the Olympics, Mia reflects on how far she has come—not only in overcoming the physical challenges of hemophilia but in facing the doubts of the public, her peers, and herself. The controversy fades, and the world gradually embraces the integration of technology like the VitaGuard into professional sports. Lena’s coach, though still vocal about his opposition, eventually moves on to other controversies, while Mia’s story serves as an inspiration for future generations of athletes. With the burden of controversy lifted, Mia looks toward the future, knowing that her legacy is not just as an Olympian but as a trailblazer for equality in sports.

The Cast

• Mia: A 30-year-old track and field athlete with hemophilia, using the VitaGuard to manage her condition. Mia grew up with overprotective parents who constantly discouraged her from pursuing high-impact activities, fearful for her safety due to her condition. Despite their concerns, Mia’s passion for athletics never wavered. She battled not only her physical limitations but also the emotional weight of being told that she couldn’t live her dreams. The VitaGuard opened the door for her to finally compete at the level she always dreamed of, making the current controversy surrounding her Olympic hopes even more painful.
  
  
• Lena: A younger athlete competing in the same event as Mia. Though a rising star, Lena distances herself from the controversy, but her coach’s actions place her in the spotlight.
  
  
• Lena’s Coach: A seasoned, vocal sports figure who files a formal complaint against Mia, claiming the VitaGuard provides an unfair advantage and threatens the integrity of the sport. 

The Object: VitaGuard

The VitaGuard is a small, 2x2-inch wearable patch that adheres to Mia’s skin and continuously monitors her vitals. Nano-needle technology delivers clotting factors in real-time, ensuring that Mia can safely perform at an elite level despite her hemophilia. The patch has a soft, luminescent embroidered surface that glows to indicate status, and an e-ink display provides health updates. With biodegradable cartridges for sustainability, the VitaGuard is both efficient and environmentally friendly, enabling athletes like Mia to compete without fear of health complications.

The Design

The VitaGuard is designed for maximum comfort and performance. The flexible biopolymer material ensures long-term wear during intense activity. The nano-needles painlessly deliver clotting factors, adjusting automatically based on Mia’s activity levels. The device operates quietly, with a soft glow from the luminescent embroidery that changes color to indicate health status. A simple e-ink display provides Mia with real-time health data. Sustainability is built into the patch, with biodegradable cartridges that Mia can replace easily without removing the device, allowing for continuous monitoring and support.

Archetypes:

Mia – The Hero

Mia embodies the Hero archetype as she embarks on a journey to prove herself in the world of professional sports despite her hemophilia. The VitaGuard represents both a tool and a challenge, as she must navigate her internal conflict over her reliance on technology and society’s external skepticism. Her journey is one of perseverance and self-discovery, where she must ultimately prove that her success is a result of her hard work, not an unfair advantage.

Lena – The Ally / Shapeshifter

Lena plays the role of The Ally, but also has elements of The Shapeshifter. While she supports Mia and secretly wants her to succeed, Lena’s silence creates ambiguity about her stance. She is torn between her loyalty to Mia as a childhood friend and her allegiance to her coach, reflecting the inner conflict common in the Shapeshifter archetype. Lena’s actions—or lack thereof—affect Mia’s journey and the tension within the story.

Lena’s Coach – The Shadow

Lena’s coach is clearly positioned as the Shadow archetype, acting as the main antagonist who opposes Mia’s success. His complaint and vocal arguments against Mia’s use of the VitaGuard create the main source of external conflict. His arrogance and pride represent a force that seeks to undermine the hero’s journey, and he embodies the societal pressures and challenges that Mia must overcome.

The Olympic Committee – The Threshold Guardians

The Olympic committee functions as the Threshold Guardians, the figures who control Mia’s access to her goal. They hold the power to determine whether she can compete and present a significant obstacle on her journey. Their judgment and investigation are hurdles Mia must face in order to advance in her quest for fairness and equality in sports.

The VitaGuard – The Magical Aid

The VitaGuard itself serves as The Magical Aid or Supernatural Helper in Mia’s journey. It is the tool that enables her to perform at her peak, but it also represents a source of tension as society questions whether it gives her an unfair advantage. While the VitaGuard allows Mia to overcome her physical limitations, it is also a device that Mia must learn to accept without letting it define her worth or success.

Mia’s Parents – The Mentors

Though not as directly involved in the main storyline, Mia’s parents play the role of The Mentors in her backstory. Their overprotectiveness shaped Mia’s early experiences, influencing her resilience and determination to break free from their limitations. In a more symbolic sense, their cautious approach represents the early guidance that Mia has to outgrow to fully embrace her own path.