Wallflower (Fringe)

A "Wallflower" in the context of the television series Fringe refers to a human being who possesses latent psychic abilities, specifically the ability to camouflage themselves from detection by observers, including advanced technology. This ability is involuntary and subconscious, stemming from a deep-seated desire to avoid attention or potential harm.

Wallflowers aren't actively making themselves invisible; instead, their minds unconsciously influence the perception of those around them, causing them to be overlooked or disregarded. This effect is subtle but pervasive, leading Wallflowers to be forgotten in conversations, lost in crowds, and generally disregarded by society.

The degree of the Wallflower's "camouflage" can vary. Some might simply fade into the background, while others could potentially be standing directly in front of someone without being noticed. The strength of the ability may also fluctuate depending on the Wallflower's emotional state, becoming more pronounced when they feel threatened or vulnerable.

The existence of Wallflowers highlights a key theme within Fringe: the untapped potential and hidden abilities of the human mind, and the potential for these abilities to manifest in unexpected and often uncontrolled ways. Finding Wallflowers often requires specific techniques or technology capable of bypassing their natural cloaking effect, making them difficult to identify and study.