The Tree of Life blossoms in time for Songkran - Origins of Lifeweaver, Overwatch 2’s new Support hero

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With Season 4 of Overwatch 2 around the corner, the newest hero to join the game's roster has been announced by Blizzard Entertainment. Niran PruksaManee, also known as Lifeweaver, is the latest Support hero revealed to the world.

Nicknamed Bua (บัว), which means Lotus flowers in Thai, Lifeweaver hails from the southeast Asian country of Thailand. Being the first openly pansexual character amongst the heroes of Overwatch 2, this fresh new character brings a whole new level of representation.

With abilities such as Life Grip that can yank allies back to safety and bursts of charged energy that can heal allies through his primary fire, Lifeweaver's kit reflects his personality - witty, kind, and always looking to lift anyone in need.

While researching his advanced Biolight technology, this Thai hero realized that perfection and uniformity, like he was previously taught, are not the solution to the world's problems. Hence, Lifeweaver embarked on a journey to find answers that he normally wouldn't in the mundane environment of his hometown's perfect little bubble.

During his travels, Lifeweaver realized that the world needed help and saving. Achieving newfound inspiration and a will to help those in need, our hero decided to bring together the ultimate powers of the universe - Life and Science.

Admitting that perfection is indeed overrated, Niran PruksaManee becomes what he was always destined to be - Lifeweaver. He brings his technology and nature together, providing the ultimate cover for his allies and weaving life into any team he finds himself in. With his power and knowledge, the Lotus weilder promises to heal the world.

This new Overwatch 2 hero harmonizes these elements of nature to create something honest, vital, and