Evan Nikolas Fields on The Wayfinders, Fantasy Acting, and His Journey as Flynn Griffin | Comic Crusaders Special

Stepping into a fantasy world filled with swords, sorcery, monsters, and destiny is no small task especially when you’re leading the charge. On the latest episode of the Comic Crusaders Podcast, host Al Mega sat down with Evan Nikolas Fields, the young actor bringing heart, humor, and courage to the role of Flynn Griffin on The Wayfinders, streaming via Angel Studios.

Evan may be familiar to audiences from projects like He’s All That, Station 19, and Game Shakers, but The Wayfinders marks a major evolution in his career. As Flynn Griffin, Evan steps into a role that demands emotional depth, leadership, and the ability to sell the impossible as real often while acting opposite green screens and digital creatures that won’t exist until post-production.

During the interview, Evan opened up about what initially drew him to Flynn and why the character immediately felt different from roles he had played before. Flynn isn’t just reacting to danger—he’s growing into responsibility, learning when to lean on others, and discovering that courage isn’t the absence of fear but the choice to move forward anyway. That arc, Evan shared, was one of the most exciting and challenging aspects of the role.

Coming from a background with a strong foundation in comedy, Evan talked about how The Wayfinders allowed him to stretch into more dramatic territory. Fantasy, as it turns out, demands a high level of emotional honesty. When the world is unreal, the feelings can’t be. Evan discussed scenes that pushed him creatively and moments where he surprised himself with how deeply he connected to Flynn’s struggles and growth.

The conversation also touched on the technical challenges of working on a visually effects-heavy series. Evan explained how imagination, preparation, and trust in the creative team helped him ground scenes that would later be filled with monsters, magic, and epic environments. Those challenges, he noted, ultimately made him a stronger and more adaptable actor.

Beyond the technical side, Evan spoke warmly about the cast chemistry and how the ensemble truly came together like an adventuring party. That sense of trust and camaraderie translated directly to the screen, helping the relationships feel earned and authentic. It also made the long days on set a lot more fun—something fans can feel in the finished series.

At its core, The Wayfinders is a story about young people being pulled out of their comfort zones and forced to rise to the occasion. Evan hopes viewers, especially younger ones, connect with Flynn’s journey of self-discovery and leadership. It’s a reminder that you don’t need to have all the answers to take the first step, you just need the courage to try.

As the interview wrapped, Evan teased his excitement for what’s next, both within The Wayfinders universe and beyond. One thing is clear: this role marks a major milestone in his journey, and audiences are just getting started watching him level up.

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Al Mega: I'm Al Mega the CEO of Comic Crusaders, CEO of the Undercover Capes Podcast Network, CEO of Geekery Magazine & Owner of Splintered Press (coming soon). I'm a fan of comics, cartoons and old school video games. Make sure to check out our podcasts/vidcasts and more!