Commission Handlers

Lore & Background

The Commission operates on the principle that history must remain intact, and Handlers are the tools used to enforce this doctrine. They possess advanced technology that allows them to track temporal deviations instantly. When an anomaly is detected, a Handler team arrives to assess the threat level. Depending on the severity, they may attempt recruitment or immediate elimination of the subject causing the disruption.

Handlers are trained to suppress personal emotion during missions. Their grey uniforms serve as a uniform symbol of authority across different eras, from 1960s Dallas to futuristic cities. They answer directly to the Board, bypassing local laws entirely. This autonomy allows them to act ruthlessly when the timeline is at risk.

Over time, some Handlers have developed complex relationships with their targets. In certain timelines, a Handler may be assigned to protect an anomaly rather than eliminate it, creating moral conflict within the organization. However, the core mandate remains unchanged: preserve the timeline above all else.

Reader's Guide

The Time Travelers' Commission relies on Handlers to execute its will across history. These operatives function as the enforcement arm of the organization, tasked with identifying anomalies that threaten timeline integrity. Unlike the Umbrella Academy, who often operate independently or emotionally, Handlers are trained to prioritize the greater temporal stability above individual lives. They wear distinctive grey suits and carry specialized technology designed for tracking and neutralizing threats.

Their hierarchy is strict, reporting directly to the Commission Board rather than acting on personal judgment. This rigid structure creates frequent conflict with the Hargreeves siblings, who view the Commission's methods as cold and inhumane. In later eras, specific Handlers like Lila Pitts are assigned to monitor key figures closely, sometimes manipulating events from the shadows. Ultimately, their goal is preservation of the established timeline, even if it requires sacrificing those they were meant to protect.

They often work in pairs or small teams to ensure redundancy during missions. Their presence usually signals an impending reset or correction by the Commission's higher powers. This makes them feared figures within the temporal community, as their arrival means no escape from the organization's reach.

Did You Know?

• Handlers prioritize timeline stability over human life in all operations.
• Lila Pitts is the daughter of The Handler and was trained and worked as a Handler for the Commission before going rogue.
• Their technology allows for immediate temporal extraction of targets.