Ray

"My name Raymond, but everybody call me Ray."

-Ray introducing himself to Miguel and Dante

Raymond (commonly known as Ray) is a major character in Mama Imelda Bot: Collision Course. He was a Cajun firefly with a romantic infatuation with the evening star, Evangeline.

Biography
Ray was an old firefly residing in the bayou surrounding Austin, Texas alongside his large family. His worn-down and damaged appearance have significance, indicating a rough and interesting history throughout his life.

At some point in time, Ray met and fell in love with the Evening Star, known as Evangeline; he sees her as a goddess and proves to be quite attached to her. Though it appeared that Evangeline was nothing more than a star, fireflies were revealed to become stars once they die, heavily implying that Evangeline was once an actual firefly who eventually passed away. Though, despite her death, Ray's love for her continued to shine brightly.

Death
In Collision Course 's final battle, Ray and Imelda fight Dr. Facilier together. The Dr. attempts to use a spell on Imelda, and Ray stops him by grabbing his talisman and flying away with it. Facilier then summons his demons to stop him and when he reaches Imelda, he hands the talisman over to her and tells her that she mustn't let Shadow Man get it no matter what. Afterward, Ray fights off the demons, but their master soon arrives and crushes Ray, fatally injuring him. His wounded body is recovered by Louis, who takes him to safety.

After Facilier is defeated, Louis gently places Ray on a leaf and he looks over to his friends, saying they did a great job and were very brave. He tells them to go stop the asteroid headed for the planet, and they agree. Ray tells them that he likes that and Evangeline likes that too. He gives his final farewell before peacefully passing away. As a funeral is held for Ray in the bayou, everyone mourns the death of their friend, the sky clears up and a bright light shines down on everyone from above, drawing their attention up at the sky. In the night, a bright new star appears right next to Evangeline, proving that his wish was granted, and he is with his love.