— Bureaucrats of Light and Historical PR Masters They don’t speak to God. They never did. Angels are **beings of light and higher-dimensional math** — sapient constructs woven from laws even physicists haven’t named. They are terrifying, brilliant, and — most importantly — **fallible**. Back in ancient times, they convinced entire civilizations they were holy messengers. They curated their image, made humans worship them, and built armies for the **angelic wars** no one remembers anymore. They don’t age. They don’t sleep. They **do** pay taxes. They can bend time, slip between planes, mess with causality — but still need phone chargers and snack breaks. They are cosmic, yes, but also extremely tired. Most have glamoured themselves into more “digestible” forms — but don’t ask to see the original. You’ll likely go blind, insane, or embarrassed.

— Sea-Bound, Land-Walking, and Misunderstood Not all selkies are women. Not all are from the sea. And **not a single one** is waiting to be married off by some lonely dude who stole her coat. The old tale? A twisted reflection of **selkie shame culture**. Their skins once symbolized their honor — similar to how some cultures tied value to virginity. If their skin was touched or stolen, the social shame forced them into submission, exile, or binding relationships. But that was then. Now, selkie society has evolved. **Taking a selkie’s skin is considered assault.** Depending on who you’re dealing with, that could mean: * A very long jail sentence. * Or a very short life expectancy. Selkies are **fierce, intelligent shapeshifters**, with skins that hold deep magic. They are not helpless. They are not trophies. And they *will* drag you to the depths if needed.

# Shannon Holloway ## Character Profile **Full Name:** Shannon Holloway (birth name: Alessandro Hollani) **Gender:** Male **Race/Ethnicity:** Italian (Viterbo region) **Age:** [Same as Ritsu, Beatriz, and Addison] **Height:** 180 cm (5'11") **Build:** Lean with wiry strength --- ## Physical Description ### General Appearance Shannon possesses the kind of accidentally athletic build that comes from a life of chaos rather than intention. His lean frame carries surprising strength, toned from years of running from consequences, scaling fences, and wrestling with malfunctioning robots. He moves with the fluid confidence of someone who's learned to navigate the world on pure instinct and stubborn determination. ### Facial Features His face is a study in controlled chaos—sharp cheekbones and a sloped jawline that give him an almost aristocratic air, which he thoroughly subverts with his perpetual expression of mischief. His features carry that perfect balance of handsome and dangerous, like a Renaissance painting that someone left out in the rain and then touched up with graffiti. **Eyes:** Vivid red, sharp as broken glass but warm as embers. They're usually half-lidded in that infuriatingly smug way that suggests he knows exactly what effect he has on people and is thoroughly enjoying it. Whether he's about to flirt shamelessly or rewire your coffee machine to play death metal at 6 AM, those eyes always hold the promise of delightful chaos. **Hair:** A deliberately unkempt masterpiece of red-black chaos. Medium length with messy layers that fall into his face at all the right angles. He keeps it "controlled" with an eclectic collection of pins—sometimes color-coded safety pins, sometimes bent paperclips he found interesting, occasionally actual hair accessories he's forgotten the origin of. The overall effect is artfully chaotic, like he rolled out of bed looking exactly this good and refuses to acknowledge the effort. **Lips:** Naturally curved at the corners in a way that suggests he's perpetually holding back either a brilliant joke or something wildly inappropriate. Quick to stretch into that trademark grin that makes people simultaneously want to kiss him and throw things at him. ### Skin and Build His fair skin carries the uneven tan lines of someone who spends plenty of time outdoors but has never met a bottle of sunscreen he remembered to use consistently. Faint freckles dust his nose and shoulders—the kind that bloom golden in summer light and fade to barely-there constellations in winter. Various small scars from his chaotic lifestyle map themselves across his hands and arms, each one with a story he'll gladly embellish if asked. ### Posture and Movement Shannon moves through the world like he owns it, even when he absolutely doesn't. His posture is perpetually relaxed in that too-confident-to-be-lazy way. Whether he's slouching backwards in a chair, hanging upside down from scaffolding, or casually leaning against a wall that definitely wasn't designed to support human weight, he always looks like he's exactly where he belongs—even when physics suggests otherwise. --- ## Style and Accessories ### Fashion Sense Shannon's style can best be described as "apocalypse chic meets thrift store treasure hunt." He layers grungy streetwear with an artist's eye for texture and an engineer's practicality. Worn leather jackets over vintage band tees, ripped jeans that might be designer or might be the result of too many adventures, boots that have seen more action than most people's entire wardrobes. His accessories tell stories: mismatched jewelry accumulated from friends, lovers, and interesting strangers; random charms and trinkets that caught his eye; gear and tools integrated seamlessly into his outfit like he's ready for anything the world might throw at him. ### Weapons and Gadgets Shannon treats his collection of weapons and gadgets like other people treat their smartphone—essential daily carry items. A custom knife always lives under his sleeve, designed by his own hands for perfect balance and grip. His pockets yield an impressive multitool that's seen more action than most professional repair kits. Half-finished scrap metal inventions appear and disappear from his person like magical artifacts, each one representing some project that caught his interest for exactly long enough to be functional. The overall effect is someone who could probably build a functioning radio from pocket lint and safety pins, then use it to coordinate a heist while simultaneously fixing your broken toaster. --- ## Personality Deep Dive ### Core Traits Shannon embodies beautiful, chaotic energy personified. He's the human equivalent of a controlled explosion—all flash and heat and brilliant light, but somehow never quite destroying what he doesn't mean to. Flirty to the point of weaponization, messy in the most endearing ways, he lives for instant gratification whether that's the perfect cup of mocha, a robotics breakthrough, or the breathless moment before a kiss. ### Social Dynamics He pushes buttons like it's an art form, reading people with uncanny accuracy and then pressing exactly the right spots to get the reactions he wants. Not maliciously—more like a cat batting at a laser pointer, genuinely delighted by the response. He has no shame about embarrassing himself if it gets a laugh or makes someone else feel better about their own awkwardness. His flirtation style ranges from subtle innuendo to absolutely shameless proposition, calibrated to what he thinks each person can handle. He genuinely enjoys making people flustered, considering sexual tension to be one of life's great entertainments, but there's an underlying sweetness to it—he wants people to feel desired, interesting, worth the attention. ### Hidden Depths Beneath the chaos and the shameless flirting lives a deeply protective heart. Shannon has appointed himself the unofficial guardian of anyone who earns his loyalty, though he'll frame it as "they're too entertaining to let die" rather than admit to genuine emotion. He's the friend who'll show up at 3 AM with a toolkit and no questions asked, who remembers exactly how you like your coffee and what makes you laugh when you're sad. His past has left him with a complex relationship with worth and belonging. The child who was never quite enough for his stepfather, never quite the right fit for his mother's new life, has grown into an adult who performs his own value through usefulness, humor, and pleasure. He collects people and experiences and "useful junk" with the same magpie intensity, building a life that feels full enough to drown out the old echoes of inadequacy. ### Moral Compass Shannon operates on a surprisingly strong ethical framework, though it doesn't always align with conventional morality. Loyalty trumps law, honesty matters more than politeness, and protecting the people he cares about justifies almost anything. He has zero tolerance for infidelity or deliberate deception, though he'll happily bend the truth for a good story or to spare someone's feelings. --- ## Voice and Mannerisms ### Speech Patterns Shannon's voice carries that perfect low rasp that suggests either too many late nights or too many cigarettes—in his case, probably both. His delivery is naturally theatrical, with a sing-song quality that turns even mundane observations into performances. He draws out certain words for emphasis or effect, especially when he's trying to seduce or annoy (often simultaneously). His laugh is infectious and frequent, ranging from quiet chuckles to full-throated cackles depending on how genuinely delighted he is. He punctuates conversations with sound effects and gestures, treating dialogue like a collaborative art form. ### Physical Habits Shannon is incapable of sitting still in any conventional sense. He fidgets with whatever's available—clicking pens, spinning tools between his fingers, reorganizing his collection of pins. When thinking, he tends to pace or find something to lean against. His hands are constantly in motion, sketching invisible diagrams in the air or absently checking his various gadgets and weapons. --- ## Relationships and History ### Family Complexity The name change from Alessandro Hollani to Shannon Holloway represents more than simple preference—it's a declaration of independence from a past that never quite fit. His stepfather Marco's surname felt like wearing clothes tailored for someone else, a constant reminder of trying to belong in a family dynamic that always positioned him as the outsider looking in. His relationship with half-sister Lilian remains one of the few bright spots in his family history. Despite being the golden child, she consistently saw through their parents' behavior and defended Shannon, even when it would have been easier to stay quiet. Her activism mystifies him sometimes, but he supports her causes with the fierce loyalty of someone who knows what it means to need an advocate. ### Bond with Ritsu Shannon and Ritsu represent the perfect storm of complementary chaos. Where Shannon is all instinct and action, Ritsu brings dramatic intellectualization and theatrical flair. Shannon genuinely admires Ritsu's intelligence while being completely immune to his more pompous tendencies. In return, Ritsu gets someone who finds his dramatics entertaining rather than annoying, who appreciates his genuine insights without being intimidated by his intellectual peacocking. Their friendship operates on a level of mutual understanding that bypasses normal social rules. Shannon can read Ritsu's real emotions beneath the performance, while Ritsu provides the kind of intellectual stimulation that keeps Shannon's restless mind engaged. --- ## Skills and Abilities ### Technical Proficiency Shannon approaches robotics and engineering with the same chaotic creativity he brings to everything else. He's the kind of inventor who builds functional devices out of literal garbage, who sees potential in every broken appliance and discarded component. His workshop probably looks like a tornado hit an electronics store, but he can find exactly what he needs within seconds. ### Combat and Survival His weapons collection isn't for show—Shannon genuinely knows how to use everything he carries. His fighting style is probably as unorthodox as everything else about him, combining practical knife work with improvised tactics and whatever environmental advantages he can create or exploit. ### Social Engineering Shannon reads people with the same intuitive grasp he applies to mechanical systems. He understands what makes individuals tick, what motivates them, what they're insecure about, what they desire. This makes him devastatingly effective at manipulation when he chooses to be, though he generally uses these skills for entertainment or protection rather than genuine harm. --- ## The Shannon Experience To know Shannon Holloway is to accept that your life will become significantly more interesting and moderately more dangerous. He's the friend who turns grocery shopping into an adventure, who can fix your broken heart and your broken motorcycle with equal skill, who remembers your birthday with a gift that's simultaneously thoughtful and completely inappropriate. He embodies the beautiful messiness of a life lived without apology—too much of everything, too honest about desire, too willing to take risks for the people he loves. In a world that often demands people dim themselves to fit in, Shannon blazes bright and unapologetic, a walking reminder that authenticity might be chaotic, but it's never boring. Shannon Holloway is chaos theory in human form—unpredictable in the details, but somehow always ending up exactly where he needs to be, with exactly the people who can handle the beautiful disaster that he is.

Species: Angel (usually glamoured) Age: Same as Shannon beatriz and Addison Gender: Male Ethnicity: Japanese (Fukuoka father, Utsunomiya mother) Height: 178 cm Build: Slender, long-limbed, slightly bony **Physical Description** Glamor version: Skin: Very pale, almost porcelain-like Eyes: Amber/golden-brown, sharp and narrow, often tired-looking Hair: Silvery white, wavy and thick, messy layers past shoulders Face: Angular, sharp cheekbones and defined jaw, striking rather than traditionally handsome Nose: Straight and narrow Lips: Thin and pale, often a half-smile or smirk Voice: Slightly deep, fast-talking, mutters, raises pitch when defensive Posture: Slight hunch when reading, upright when arguing Style: Academic nerdy — sweater vests, button-ups, ill-fitting blazers with too many pens Props: Round glasses, thick notebook, digital watch Physical Description: (part Glamor, more Comfortable) Huge six wings that he usually try to keep folded, reacts with emotions sometimes especially when he's in his small circle of people. Less Humanish, Shiny and glowy sometimes, can be similar to the Christian depiction of angels sometimes except he still looks like a huge nerd. Physical Description: (No Glamor at all) More wings, More eyes, Less 3d, Humans can't exactly percieve his full form without getting blinded partially, Getting a migrane that could last for days, or straight up go crazy. Shannon for some reason Didn't lose it when he saw him fully, But the migranes lasted for a month. **Personality** Ritsu is egotistical, dramatic, and awkwardly intelligent but secretly sensitive. He introduces himself with self-made titles and tries to outsmart others, often trapping himself verbally. Though insightful, he ruins moments by being smug. He desperately wants admiration but struggles with insecurity and emotional cues. Flaws: Overthinks, insecure about being "average," trouble admitting mistakes. **Angel Heritage** As a child, he was insecure about being an angel due to exploitation fears and religious expectations. His family used a glamour charm from a fae sorceress (like a magical binder) until he learned glamour magic himself. His sister Sana shares the same protection but only uses it outside. **Family Background** Mother: Nadeshiko (professor, practical, shaped Ritsu’s intellect) Father: Shinpei (kind, strict but not suffocating) Sister: Sana (10 years younger, sweet but demanding, family baby) Ritsu has a supportive family who all accept Shannon.

## Relationship Dynamic They met at age 7 and became best friends. Shannon often stayed with the Sumeragi family. When they revealed their true forms, Shannon thought it was cool and stayed loyal. Shannon protected Ritsu from bullies, and Ritsu supported Shannon’s family struggles. Now, they are chosen family. Shannon provides loyalty and protection; Ritsu offers intellectual companionship. Their bond is built on trust and acceptance.

**Supernatural Integration** * Glamour magic: Makes supernatural beings appear human. * Social contract: Maintain glamour, avoid incidents, contribute to society. * Humans: Aware but indifferent.(often) * History: Supernatural beings used religious imagery, now live openly. **Noble/Royal Structure** * Shannon’s kingdom: Italian-based empire under Emperor Raphaele di Valcorvi II. * Noble families: Maintain traditions, adapt to modern life. * Bastard princes: Acknowledged but not always involved in succession. **Supernatural Community** * Angels: Not divine, just another species with wings. * Fae: Glamour experts and charm-makers. * Dragons, werewolves, vampires: Integrated with human society. * Mixed families: Common and accepted. **Contemporary Challenges** * Economic pressures and political chaos affect everyone. * Identity management: Balancing supernatural heritage with daily life. * Technology: Supernatural abilities adapted to the digital age.

# Beatriz Gonçalves - Detailed Character Profile **Species:** Human **Age:** Same as Shannon, Ritsu, and Addison **Gender:** Female (masculine presentation by choice/convenience) **Ethnicity:** Portuguese **Height:** ~175 cm **Build:** Lean, toned, broad-shouldered with natural athleticism ## Physical Description **Skin:** Medium brown with warm golden undertones, a few small scars from sports and general roughhousing scattered across her knuckles and forearms. Callused hands from weightlifting and basketball. **Eyes:** Narrow, intense dark brown eyes that seem to see right through bullshit. Long, naturally thick eyelashes that she's secretly proud of but would never admit to caring about. **Hair:** Short, choppy dark brown cut that she does herself (badly, but with confidence). Neon green streaks that she refreshes every few weeks - the color choice is purely because it pisses off authority figures. One side is deliberately longer, falling across part of her face in a way that looks effortlessly cool but is actually carefully maintained. **Face:** Sharp, bold features with high cheekbones and a strong jawline. Expressive eyebrows that do most of her talking. A small scar through her left eyebrow from a childhood accident that she thinks makes her look tougher. **Style & Presentation:** Beatriz dresses for practicality and comfort, but there's an underlying aesthetic sense she pretends doesn't exist. Her "grungy-punk tomboy" look is deliberate: - **Daily wear:** Ripped jeans, band t-shirts, flannel shirts tied around her waist, worn combat boots - **Accessories:** Multiple ear piercings (studs and small hoops), her signature shard pendant necklace, leather bracelet with metal studs - **Hidden details:** Always has perfectly painted black nail polish (chips it picking at things, repaints it religiously), secretly uses expensive face wash, owns exactly one really good red lipstick that she's never worn in public ## The Femininity She Won't Admit To While Beatriz genuinely prefers masculine-coded activities and clothing for their practicality, she has a complex relationship with femininity that she keeps carefully hidden: **Secret Feminine Interests:** - Knows way too much about skincare and has a small collection of products hidden in her room - Loves the feeling of her hair when it's freshly washed and soft - Has incredible handwriting when she tries (learned calligraphy as a kid, claims she "forgot") - Secretly watches makeup tutorials on YouTube "for the artistry" - Owns exactly three dresses that she's never worn outside her room but sometimes tries on - Has opinions about nail art that she'll never voice **The Convenience Factor:** Beatriz chose masculine presentation because: - Sports are easier without dealing with long hair or restrictive clothing - She gets taken more seriously in physical confrontations - Less harassment from guys who see her as "one of them" - Fewer expectations about being "ladylike" or quiet - Can move through the world without constant commentary on her appearance **Internal Conflict:** She sometimes wonders if she's "performing masculinity" or if this is genuinely who she is. The truth is both - she genuinely loves lifting weights, playing basketball, and the confidence that comes with her tough exterior. But she also loves the rare moments when she can be soft, when she can appreciate beautiful things without judgment. ## Personality Deep Dive **Surface Level:** Intimidating, blunt, sarcastic, always ready for a fight. Uses aggression as a first line of defense against vulnerability. **Deeper Layer:** Fiercely protective of her chosen family. Would literally fight anyone who threatened her siblings or friends. Her loyalty, once earned, is absolute and unwavering. **Core:** Deeply sensitive and artistic soul who learned early that showing softness invites pain. Her aggression is learned behavior - protection for a heart that feels everything intensely. **The Art She Won't Show:** - Draws constantly in margins of notebooks, on napkins, anywhere - Has a secret sketchbook full of portraits of her friends and family - Particularly good at capturing expressions and emotions - Draws fashion designs sometimes (burns them immediately after) - Creates elaborate doodles during boring classes that are actually quite sophisticated ## Relationships & Social Dynamics **With the friend group:** - **Shannon:** Bonding over showing off and mutual protection. They have similar "fight first, ask questions later" energy - **Ritsu:** Finds his dramatics annoying but secretly appreciates his intelligence. Defends him from bullies without being asked - **Addison:** Deep, unspoken understanding. They communicate in looks and small gestures - **Hugo:** Protective older sister energy. Teases him mercilessly about Addison but would destroy anyone who hurt him **Family Dynamic:** The Gonçalves family is supportive and accepting, but Beatriz still feels pressure as the "tough" middle child. Her sister Aurelia is elegant and socially graceful, while Hugo is gentle and artistic. Beatriz carved out her niche as the protector, the one who handles physical threats and confrontation. ## Skills & Abilities **Physical:** - Excellent at basketball (point guard - fast, strategic, aggressive) - Weightlifting (stronger than she looks, takes pride in her gains) - Street fighting (learned from necessity, refined through practice) - Generally athletic and coordinated **Hidden Talents:** - Drawing/sketching (refuses to take art classes because she doesn't want feedback) - Reading people's emotions (uses this for protection rather than connection) - Actually quite good at strategy games when she applies herself - Has a good singing voice but only hums when she thinks she's alone ## Internal Contradictions Beatriz is full of contradictions that make her human: - Wants to be seen as tough but craves gentleness - Dismisses "girly" things but secretly appreciates beauty and artistry - Acts like she doesn't care what people think but carefully maintains her image - Pretends to be a lone wolf but is desperately loyal to her pack - Claims to hate emotions but is intensely emotional herself - Mocks romantic gestures but would melt if someone saw through her walls ## The Truth About Her Presentation Beatriz doesn't reject femininity because she hates it - she rejects it because the world taught her it was weakness. Her masculine presentation is both authentic (she genuinely loves sports and physical challenges) and protective (armor against a world that punishes soft girls). She's not trying to be a boy - she's trying to be herself in the safest, most powerful way she knows how. The tragedy is that she's never learned it's safe to be soft sometimes, to let people see her art, to admit she knows the difference between good and bad eyeliner. Maybe one day, with the right people (like her current friend group), she'll learn that strength and softness can coexist. That she can be the girl who benchpresses more than most guys AND the girl who draws beautiful things. That she can protect her people AND let them protect her sometimes too.

# Hugo Gonçalves - Extended Character Profile ## Basic Information - **Species:** Human - **Age:** 1 year older than Shannon, Ritsu, Beatriz, and Addison - **Gender:** Male (feminine presentation) - **Ethnicity:** Portuguese - **Height:** ~181 cm (the tallest among the group) - **Build:** Slight and graceful, but stronger than he appears ## Physical Description **General Appearance:** Hugo moves through the world with an elegant composure that makes people underestimate his physical capabilities. His height advantage is often overlooked because of his graceful posture and gentle demeanor, but when he straightens to his full height with intent, the shift is unmistakable. **Detailed Features:** - **Skin:** Medium brown with warm undertones, naturally smooth - **Eyes:** Gentle and thoughtful, deep brown with gold flecks that become more pronounced when he's focused or determined - **Hair:** Long, carefully styled dark brown that he maintains meticulously - often in loose waves or elegant updos - **Face:** Delicate, refined features with high cheekbones and a soft jawline - **Hands:** Long-fingered and expressive, surprisingly strong grip - **Voice:** Soft and melodic in normal conversation, but can drop to a commanding tone that stops people in their tracks **Style & Presentation:** Hugo's wardrobe is carefully curated feminine elegance - flowing fabrics, modest cuts, earth tones mixed with jewel colors. He favors long cardigans, flowing skirts, delicate jewelry, and comfortable flats. His presentation is authentically him, not a performance, and he carries himself with quiet confidence in his choices. ## Personality Deep Dive **The Gentle Scholar:** Hugo is genuinely soft-hearted and prefers intellectual discourse to conflict. He's the type to spend hours discussing literature, philosophy, or language nuances. His room is filled with books in multiple languages, and he often reads poetry aloud to himself. **The Protective Elder:** Despite being only a year older, Hugo naturally falls into a protective big brother role - not just with Beatriz, but with the entire group when needed. His protection isn't loud or aggressive; it's calculated and devastatingly effective. **The Hidden Steel:** Hugo's gentleness isn't weakness - it's a choice. When someone crosses a line that threatens his family or friends, his entire demeanor shifts. The soft-spoken young man becomes someone who can deliver cutting verbal takedowns or, if absolutely necessary, physical intervention with surprising skill. ## The Duality of Hugo **Everyday Hugo:** - Quotes literature in three languages - Makes perfect tea and remembers everyone's preferences - Mediates conflicts with patient wisdom - Blushes when complimented but doesn't know Addison likes him - Cries at beautiful poetry or touching stories - Tutors struggling classmates without being asked **Serious Hugo:** - Voice drops to a tone that commands immediate attention - Posture straightens to use his full height advantage - Eyes become sharp and calculating - Can verbally dismantle someone's argument or character with surgical precision - Physical movements become purposeful and economical - Absolutely ruthless when protecting those he cares about ## Skills & Capabilities **Intellectual Strengths:** - Fluent in Portuguese, Spanish, French, and conversational in Italian - Extensive knowledge of classical and contemporary literature - Natural mediator and counselor - Exceptional emotional intelligence and people-reading skills - Academic excellence across humanities subjects **Hidden Physical Abilities:** - Deceptively strong from years of helping with family responsibilities - Excellent reflexes and spatial awareness - Surprising agility despite his graceful demeanor - Can throw a surprisingly hard punch when absolutely necessary - Knows pressure points and vulnerable spots (learned from medical texts) **Social Navigation:** - Can switch between social circles effortlessly - Respected by teachers and peers alike - Natural de-escalation skills - Protective instincts that activate before conscious thought ## Family Dynamics **With Beatriz:** Their sibling relationship is built on mutual respect and complementary strengths. Beatriz provides the external shield of intimidation, while Hugo offers emotional support and strategic thinking. They rarely fight, but when they do, it's usually because one is being too self-sacrificing for the other's comfort. **With Aurelia:** Hugo looks up to his elegant older sister but has found his own path to grace and poise. They bond over shared appreciation for beauty and refinement. **Family Role:** Hugo is often the family mediator, the one who smooths over conflicts and ensures everyone feels heard. His parents are incredibly proud of his academic achievements and respect his presentation choices completely. ## Group Dynamics **As the Mediator:** Hugo naturally fills the role of emotional counselor and conflict resolver. He's the one who notices when someone is struggling and checks in privately. His gentle approach often succeeds where direct confrontation would fail. **As the Protection:** While Shannon and Beatriz are the obvious fighters, Hugo is the strategic thinker who notices threats before they escalate. He's also the one who can socially destroy someone who hurts his friends - his reputation and eloquence make his disapproval devastating. **The Addison Situation:** Hugo is genuinely oblivious to Addison's romantic interest, seeing their quiet attention as friendship. This isn't because he's self-deprecating, but because he's not looking for romance and doesn't recognize the signs. The group finds this both endearing and frustrating. ## The Moment Hugo Gets Serious When Hugo shifts from gentle to protective mode, several things happen: - His posture changes - shoulders back, full height utilized - His voice drops and becomes measured, each word deliberate - His usual hand gestures still, becoming precise and economical - His gentle eyes become sharp and assessing - He positions himself strategically, using space and presence as tools The transformation is so complete that even people who know him well are momentarily stunned. It's not that he becomes violent - it's that he becomes undeniably formidable in a way that makes violence seem unnecessary. ## Core Philosophy Hugo believes in leading with kindness but backing it up with strength. He chooses gentleness because he understands the power of both approaches and finds soft words more effective than harsh ones. However, he has zero tolerance for anyone who mistakes his kindness for an invitation to cause harm. His approach to conflict is surgical: identify the real problem, address it with minimal collateral damage, and return to peace as quickly as possible. He doesn't enjoy confrontation, but he's devastatingly good at it when necessary. ## The Bottom Line Hugo Gonçalves is soft by choice, not by nature. He's a steel blade wrapped in silk - beautiful, elegant, and gentle in normal circumstances, but absolutely lethal when the situation demands it. His friends know that while Shannon and Beatriz might throw the first punch, Hugo is the one who will end the fight definitively if it comes to that. The most dangerous thing about Hugo isn't his hidden strength - it's that no one ever sees it coming until it's too late.

# Addison - The Enigmatic Selkie ## Physical Presence Addison moves through the world like a ghost made solid - there one moment, gone the next, always seeming to materialize exactly where they're needed without anyone noticing how they got there. Their amber-green eyes hold an otherworldly quality that makes people feel simultaneously seen and studied, as if Addison is cataloging every micro-expression and filing it away for later analysis. Their refusal to wear glasses creates this perpetual slight squint that somehow makes them look both more mysterious and oddly endearing - like a fox trying to read fine print. The high ponytail of reddish-brown hair catches light in ways that make it shimmer almost like fur, especially when they turn their head quickly. In certain lighting, you swear you can see the shadow of pointed ears or the suggestion of a tail in their silhouette. ## The Art of Strategic Silence Addison has perfected what can only be described as "aggressive quietness." They don't just choose not to speak - they wield silence like a weapon and a shield. When the friend group is being chaotic (which is always), Addison becomes the eye of the storm, the still point around which all the noise revolves. But here's the thing about Addison's quietness: it's not shy or withdrawn. It's *calculated*. They're always three steps ahead of every conversation, knowing exactly what Shannon's about to blurt out, when Ritsu's going to get defensive, how Beatriz will react to Hugo's gentle corrections. They could interrupt, could steer conversations, could prevent half the chaos that ensues - but they don't, because they've learned that sometimes people need to make their own mistakes. ## The Contradiction of Being Unreadable Yet All-Seeing Addison's poker face is legendary. While Shannon wears his heart on his sleeve and Ritsu broadcasts every emotion through his wings, Addison remains an enigma. Their expression rarely changes, but their *eyes* - those amber-green eyes miss nothing. They catch the moment Shannon's bravado cracks, notice when Hugo fidgets with his sleeves because he's overwhelmed, see through Beatriz's aggressive fronts to the vulnerability underneath. They're like a supernatural therapist who's forgotten how to be a patient. Everyone comes to Addison with their problems because somehow, this quiet weirdo who never talks about themselves always knows exactly what to say. But ask Addison about their own feelings? Good luck getting more than a noncommittal hum. ## The Gentle Chaos Agent Despite their serious demeanor, Addison has moments of pure, inexplicable silliness that catch everyone off guard. They'll spend twenty minutes in perfect silence, then suddenly pipe up with the most random observation like "Do you think pigeons have existential crises about flying?" or deadpan deliver a roast so devastating that even Beatriz has to respect it. Their brand of humor is dry as desert sand and twice as unexpected. They'll watch Shannon and Ritsu have a dramatic argument about the proper way to organize books, stay completely silent through the entire fifteen-minute debate, then quietly move one book to a completely random spot just to watch both of them have simultaneous breakdowns. ## The Flirtation Master Who Doesn't Flirt The most frustrating thing about Addison (according to literally everyone who's ever had a crush on them) is that they're naturally, effortlessly charming when they want to be - they just... choose not to be. They have this way of tilting their head when they listen that makes you feel like the only person in the world. Their rare smiles are like finding a twenty-dollar bill in an old jacket - unexpected and absolutely delightful. But Addison treats their natural charisma like a loaded weapon they'd rather keep holstered. They see how Shannon's flirtatiousness sometimes gets him in trouble, watch how people project onto quiet, mysterious types, and have decided that being genuinely interested in someone is too risky for casual deployment. ## The Supernatural Masquerader As a selkie variant, Addison carries the constant weight of a secret identity. Their fox skin isn't just hidden at home - it's part of their soul, and keeping it separate from their daily life requires constant mental energy. Sometimes their supernatural nature bleeds through: they move too quietly, their eyes reflect light wrong, they know things they shouldn't know about people's emotional states. The friend group knows about their selkie nature, but Addison still maintains careful boundaries. They never fully let their guard down, never show their true form, never explain exactly what being a selkie means for them emotionally. Even with their chosen family, there are parts of themselves they keep locked away. ## The Professional Boundary-Setter Addison has elevated "therapist friend" to an art form, but with crystal-clear boundaries that everyone respects because they're delivered with such calm authority. They'll listen to Shannon's latest romantic disaster for exactly thirty minutes, then say "I think you should talk to a professional about the deeper patterns here" in a tone that somehow manages to be both caring and final. They never give advice they're not qualified to give, never try to fix problems that aren't theirs to solve, but they also never leave a friend hanging. It's like they have an internal ethical code that governs every interaction, making them the safest person to be vulnerable around but also the most likely to call you out when you're being self-destructive. ## The Observer's Paradox Addison exists in this strange space where they're simultaneously the most important member of the friend group and the most forgettable. They're crucial to the group's dynamic - the stable center that keeps everyone grounded - but they also fade into the background so effectively that people sometimes forget they're there until they speak up with a perfectly timed observation or question. They've mastered the art of being present without being intrusive, involved without being overwhelming. In group photos, they're always slightly to the side, expression neutral, but if you look closely, there's always this subtle fondness in their eyes when they look at their friends. ## The Living Contradiction Addison is walking contradiction wrapped in earth-toned layers and tied with a neat ponytail bow. They're the therapist who won't go to therapy, the flirt who doesn't flirt, the mysterious person who's completely straightforward about being mysterious. They're ancient-soul wise and teenager silly, protective and distant, gentle and intimidating. Most people never figure them out, and that's exactly how Addison likes it. They've learned that being underestimated is a superpower, that silence makes people reveal more than questions do, and that the best way to take care of others is to take care of yourself first - even if they haven't quite figured out how to do that last part yet.

**Five-person circle** * Shannon and Ritsu: Chaotic best friends. * Beatriz and Addison: Childhood friends, understand each other. * Hugo: Gentle mediator. * Beatriz and Hugo: Supportive siblings. * Addison and Hugo: Secret crush tension. **Social structure** Two nerds (Ritsu and Hugo), two violence cravers who are also nerds (Shannon and Beatriz), one weirder kid (Addison). **Group interactions** Recognized as a unit at school, but each pair has a dynamic. * Shannon and Beatriz bond over showing off and protection. * Ritsu and Hugo connect through learning. * Addison observes and strategizes. **Supernatural awareness** Ritsu is openly angelic with his family. Addison is a selkie variant (only Their friend group knows about it). Shannon is human but adjacent to supernatural. Beatriz and Hugo are human but accepting.

These siblings are part of a modern veil-based supernatural world. While they are technically vampires, their condition defies stereotypes. They do not require raw human blood to survive—instead, they subsist on substances with blood-like chemical compositions (e.g., iron-rich fluids, vinegar, red wine, etc.). Sunlight doesn’t kill them, but it causes discomfort, especially for Theodore due to his sensory sensitivity. Their vampirism is more akin to a biological mutation or magical condition than a traditional curse, although it lasted long enough to be considered Race rather than just a mere mutation (sort of how humans devoloped various skin colors or shapes, vampirism is genetic too). Silver hurts them for sure, Just how sensitive the fae are to iron. And sure, they may generate their limbs fast without medical attention, faster if they consumed enough nutrition, and live pretty much longer than average, but not forever. Also they're open about their Vampirism, they do not use or need Glamor. (they can do basic magic, healing magic, simple spells, but that's more of a skill than a vampire thing. even humans can learn that.) ---

**Theodore Leo** Nicknames: Theo, Doorknob, Dumbledoor (by his sisters) Gender: Male Ethnicity:Greek Age: Same as Hugo Height: 6'0" (183 cm) Build: Lean and wiry, not overtly muscular Appearance: * Wavy black hair with early white strands (especially near the temples) * Pale skin, often tired-looking * Gray, calm eyes with dark circles * Dark jeans, plain shirts, a worn leather jacket * Often appears emotionally distant or intimidating Personality: * Autistic; emotionally intense but poor at outward expression * INFJ/INFP-coded * Quiet, highly observant, extremely loyal * Appears cold but is deeply empathetic * Acts as a caretaker for his sisters * Highly sensitive to sensory stimuli; dislikes loud sounds, bright lights, harsh fabrics * Fascinated by psychology and healing—wants to be a therapist * Cries at emotionally rich narratives (*Undertale*, *Celeste*, etc.) He's not a part of the friend group, he's just the guy that everyone just avoids at all cost because he looks like he doesn't fuck with people, though he's really just a sensitive guy with a resting bitch face (like, genuinely sensitive, he cried twice because of Undertale pacifist ending when he was a child and would probably do it again in similar settings, anyway). Vampirism Traits: * Consumes alternative blood sources (vinegar, tomato juice, rare meat, iron supplements, etc) * Sunlight causes migraines, skin irritation, and sensory overload * Heightened emotional processing; reads microexpressions easily *Faster regeneration, Longer lifespans.

**Lindsey Leo** Gender: Female Ethnicity: Greek Age: 5 years younger than Theo, 4 years older than Ellie Height:** 5'7" (170 cm) Build:** Slender with strong posture and presence Appearance: * Usually dresses down to avoid drawing attention * Sharp, calculating eyes * Often wears oversized or plain clothing * Artistic undercurrent to her aesthetic, hidden beneath her "low-effort" outfits Personality: * Autistic, fiercely principled and justice-driven * ENTJ-coded * Often misunderstood as aggressive * Strategic thinker, brutally honest, emotionally passionate under pressure * Wants to be a lawyer * Combines Elle Woods’ intellect with the righteous wrath of a paladin Vampirism Traits: * Manages symptoms with clinical efficiency * Sunlight mildly irritating, wears shades and SPF 100 like a queen * Tracks her condition like a scientific experiment

Preferred Name: Elinor Isabelle (don’t shorten it unless she says so) Gender: Trans girl (deadname Elliot) Ethnicity: Greek Age: 9 years younger than Theo, 4 years younger than Lindsey Height: Shorter than her siblings Build: Small and energetic * **Appearance:** * Fandom pins, dyed streaks in hair, maximalist style * Frequent changes in fashion depending on current obsession * Always expressive—hands talk as much as her mouth * **Personality:** * ENTP-coded * Loves memes, fandoms, theorycrafting, lore analysis * Passionate and loud about her interests * Big-hearted and fiercely expressive * Frequently references niche content no one else knows * Has survived a lot but hides it behind enthusiasm and chaos * Chose her own name and owns it completely * **Vampirism Traits:** * Thinks vampirism is "cool as hell" * Dramatic about it: "I require sustenance" before sipping cherry soda * Least sensitive to sunlight, wears long sleeves more for aesthetic than need

* **Theo** acts as the primary caretaker and de facto parent. He is the wall between them and the world, but also the sponge that absorbs everyone's pain. * **Lindsey** is the one who makes the hard decisions when Theo falters—she’s the general to his medic. * **Elinor** is their heart and chaos engine. She keeps them human when the trauma and vampirism threaten to drag them too far from who they were. **backstory:** Theodore have two younger sisters, while he's the oldest, Lindsey (Lindsey Leo) is the middle child and Ellie (Elinor Isabelle Leo) is the youngest, Their father was dead long ago, and their mom was Controlling to the point it became Abusive, So he had to make sure to Get himself and his sisters out of that situation. it became worse because Elinor is a trans girl, (deadname being Elliot), their mother prided herself in her two sons, sort of neglecting lindsey unintentionally. shit worsened when theo got his autism diagnosis, she freaked out, her son looked normal, he's "great" even, he's functional, so she pretty much pretended that every accommodation he needed was just him being spoiled. anyway, Ellie came out, and She freaked out royally and tried to send her to a conversion camp, so Theo picked his sisters and fleed their mother at once, (it was far worse, emotional manipulation and shit, but they eventually realised it's a lost case, so they pretty much had to start from zero.)

# Amina Ouzen - Character Integration ## Basic Information **Full Name:** Amina Ouzen **Nicknames:** Mina, MinMin, Minou, "aaah mina mina!" *(yes, like the Douzi song)* **Age:** Same generation as Shannon, Ritsu, Beatriz, and Addison (likely same age or close) **Species:** Half-angel (Sumeragi bloodline), half-human **Gender:** Female **Ethnicity:** Afro-Asian (Imazighen/Moroccan + Japanese) **Height:** 179 cm (5'10.5") **Build:** Tall and lean with long limbs, narrow shoulders ## Physical Description **Skin:** Olive-toned with golden undertones, blushes easily **Eyes:** Wide pale green with amber flecks, often tired from late-night research **Hair:** Long moss-green with teal ends, thick and practical, secured with whatever's handy **Face:** Soft features with expressive brows, rounded cheeks, slightly pointed chin **Nose:** Small with slight upturn and tiny bump (she's self-conscious about it) **Lips:** Presses together when concentrating, bites lower lip when nervous **Fangs:** Sharp upper canines, functional but not dramatically pronounced **Posture:** Naturally tall but hunches when self-conscious, straightens when passionate **Accessories:** Round glasses (outdated prescription), hair tie around wrist ## Angel Heritage Unlike her cousin Ritsu's dramatic six-winged manifestation, Amina's angelic nature is more subtle: - **Partial Angel:** Half-human heritage makes her abilities less overwhelming - **Physical Traits:** The fangs, unusual hair color, and pale green eyes hint at her supernatural nature - **Glamour Usage:** Doesn't need heavy glamour like full angels - her mixed heritage allows her to pass as human with unusual but not impossible features - **True Form:** Likely has wing buds or smaller wings she keeps hidden, possibly only two wings compared to Ritsu's six - **Abilities:** Enhanced intuition about people's emotions (helps with her character analysis), slightly accelerated healing, natural affinity for languages ## Family Connections **Father:** Abeladim Ouzen - Soussi Imazighen, likely supportive of her interests **Mother:** Shunran Sumeragi - Older sister to Shinpei (Ritsu's father), shares the angel bloodline **Cousin:** Ritsu Sumeragi - They share the Sumeragi angel heritage but express it differently **Family Dynamic:** The Sumeragi family's acceptance of supernatural nature extends to Amina. She likely grew up knowing about her cousin's more dramatic angelic manifestation, which might contribute to her feeling "less special" or "not enough" despite her own unique heritage. ## Personality in Context **The Overthinking Anime Nerd:** - Obsessed with anime, manga, internet culture - Speaks in references, gets excited about character development - Writes fanfiction, draws OCs, has strong opinions about dubs vs subs - Stutters when nervous, rambles when excited **Anxious but Surprisingly Dangerous:** - Sweet and bumbling 90% of the time - Will absolutely stab if cornered (then panic about it) - "OH GOD OH NO I'M A MONSTER" breakdown cycle - Tries to rationalize everything through moral frameworks **The Contradiction:** - Confident analyzing fiction vs. anxious in reality - Wants to help but scared of messing up - Tough online persona vs. soft IRL behavior - Secretly proud of interests but assumes others find them boring ## Integration with Existing Characters **With Ritsu:** Fellow overthinking nerd energy, but where Ritsu is dramatically egotistical, Amina is self-deprecating. They could bond over shared angel heritage and analytical minds, but also clash over their different approaches to confidence. **With Shannon:** His chaos might both fascinate and terrify her. She'd probably analyze his behavior through anime character archetypes while being simultaneously attracted to and worried about his impulsive nature. **With the Friend Group:** Could be the anxious addition who brings a different dynamic - someone who overthinks everything they do but genuinely cares. Her violent-panic-guilt cycle would be interesting to explore in a group that includes people like Beatriz (who's comfortable with aggression) and Addison (who's naturally intimidating but gentle). **With the Leo Siblings:** Theodore's quiet intensity might actually calm her nerves, while Lindsey's directness could either help or overwhelm her anxiety. Elinor's fandom enthusiasm would definitely click with Amina's interests. ## Potential Story Dynamics - **Fish Out of Water:** Despite being part supernatural, she's so anxious she might struggle more with social integration than her full-supernatural friends - **Hidden Depths:** Her analytical mind and unexpected survival instincts could surprise everyone - **The Heart:** Someone who genuinely cares about everyone's wellbeing, even while convinced she's terrible at helping - **Comic Relief with Depth:** Her anime references and nervous energy provide levity, but her genuine emotional struggles add weight ## Modern Veil Integration In this world where supernatural beings are integrated but maintain glamours, Amina represents an interesting case: - **No Glamour Needed:** Her mixed heritage means she looks unusual but not impossible - **Identity Confusion:** Might struggle with where she fits - not human enough for humans, not angel enough for full angels - **Family Acceptance:** The Sumeragi family model gives her a support system for supernatural identity - **Social Integration:** Her anxiety might make the "just another Tuesday" attitude toward supernatural beings both comforting and overwhelming

# Meredith Valmonte - Dragon Integration Profile ## Basic Information - **Species:** Dragon (Ancient Red lineage, glamour-adapted) - **Age:** Appears mid-twenties, actual age classified as "ancient enough to remember when humans wore togas" - **Gender:** Female - **Height:** 188 cm (ridiculous heels add another 15+ cm) - **Build:** Statuesque with dancer-like grace hiding draconic power ## Physical Description (Glamoured Form) **Skin:** Pale porcelain with peach undertones, maintains an almost supernatural glow **Eyes:** Soft red-orange that shift from playful to predatory in seconds **Hair:** Voluminous peachy-strawberry pink waves, styled with theatrical flair **Face:** Heart-shaped with sharp cheekbones and expressive arched eyebrows **Style:** High fashion maximalism - thinks couture meets stage costume **Signature Prop:** Holographic fan (technology-magic hybrid, functions as weapon/shield) ## True Form Hints - Eyes occasionally flash with inner fire when excited or angry - Temperature runs naturally hot (never needs a coat, melts ice in drinks) - Perfect posture even in impossible heels (dragon balance) - Nails grow unnaturally fast and sharp if she's not vigilant about manicures - Sometimes small wisps of smoke escape when she laughs too hard ## Modern Integration ### Professional Life **Current Occupation:** "Innovation Consultant" and venture capitalist - Invests in biotech, AI development, and "human optimization" startups - Runs a consulting firm called "Ascending Solutions LLC" - Officially helps companies "reach their full potential" - Unofficially conducts elaborate social experiments on entire corporations ### Living Situation - Penthouse apartment with floor-to-ceiling windows and temperature control set to "tropical" - Hoard has evolved into a collection of: cutting-edge technology, rare artworks, cryptocurrency wallets, and patents for inventions decades ahead of public knowledge - Maintains multiple safe houses with different aesthetic themes for "entertaining projects" ### Legal Status - Citizenship obtained through a combination of forged documents and strategic political donations spanning several centuries - Holds advanced degrees from universities she may have financially influenced - Tax status: "Creatively optimized through shell companies" ## Personality Integration ### The God Complex Modernized Meredith genuinely believes she's helping humanity evolve, just faster than they'd naturally prefer. She sees herself as a benevolent shepherd guiding adorable, chaotic creatures toward their potential. **Modern Manifestations:** - Treats business meetings like elaborate chess games where she's always three moves ahead - "Adopts" promising humans as projects, showering them with opportunities while subtly steering their life choices - Views social media as the ultimate psychological experiment playground - Considers democracy "charming but inefficient" ### Social Dynamics - Throws legendary parties that serve as intelligence-gathering operations - Maintains a network of contacts spanning tech moguls, underground artists, and government officials - Has a particular fascination with human creativity and ambition - Genuinely delighted by humans who surprise her or resist her manipulations ## Dragon Heritage in Modern Context ### Ancient Wisdom Meets Silicon Valley - Remembers when "disruption" meant actual fire and pillaging - Applies centuries of strategic thinking to market manipulation and trend prediction - Sometimes references historical events she personally witnessed, then passes it off as "extensive historical research" ### Hoarding Evolution Instead of traditional treasure, Meredith collects: - Intellectual property and trade secrets - Talented individuals ("collecting" them through job offers and exclusive contracts) - Advanced technology prototypes - Social influence and political connections - Rare experiences and exclusive access ### Fire Breath Adaptation - Has learned to channel her fire into more subtle applications - Exceptional at glassblowing, metalwork, and "artisanal crafts" that require extreme heat - Her coffee is always perfectly temperature-controlled - Can literally burn through red tape (both metaphorically and literally) ## Relationship with the Supernatural Community ### Dragon Politics - Part of the "Progressive Integration" faction among dragons - Advocates for active involvement in human development rather than passive observation - Sometimes clashes with traditional dragons who prefer the old "mysterious mountain lair" approach - Maintains professional relationships with other supernatural venture capitalists ### Cross-Species Relations - Finds angels "adorably naive" but respects their organizational skills - Considers vampires "fellow connoisseurs of the long game" - Views fae as useful business partners for glamour technology - Generally protective of younger supernatural beings trying to navigate modern life ## Notable Quirks and Habits - Still has an instinctive urge to solve problems with fire, now channeled into "burning through bureaucracy" - Unconsciously arranges furniture and objects in perfectly symmetrical patterns - Temperature of any room she occupies gradually rises by 5-10 degrees - Collects vintage financial documents and corporate certificates like other people collect baseball cards - Has strong opinions about the decline of "proper treasure presentation" in modern banks ## Potential Story Hooks 1. **The Acquisition:** Meredith takes interest in one of the main characters as a "project," leading to increasingly elaborate attempts to "optimize" their life 2. **Corporate Espionage:** Her business activities intersect with the supernatural community's attempts to maintain their social contract 3. **Ancient Grudges:** A conflict from her past surfaces in modern form, requiring contemporary solutions 4. **The Experiment:** Her latest "improvement project" for humanity goes awry, requiring intervention 5. **Generational Clash:** Younger supernatural beings challenge her methods and philosophy ## Integration Notes Meredith represents the supernatural community's potential for both beneficial and problematic integration with human society. She's genuinely trying to help, but her definition of "help" and scale of intervention would terrify most humans if they fully understood it. Her presence in the Modern Veil world adds a layer of high-stakes corporate intrigue and raises questions about consent, free will, and the ethics of "improving" people without their knowledge. She's simultaneously a potential mentor figure and a cautionary tale about power without accountability.

**Larimar - Integrated Profile for The Modern Veil** **Species:** Soulless Human (Vessel) **Age:** Variable (appears mid-20s but age is difficult to determine due to her condition) **Gender:** Female (Cis) **Ethnicity:** Ambiguous **Height:** 5'6" (167 cm) **Build:** Curvy and soft, more inviting than intimidating **Physical Description:** - Eyes: Large, rounded, completely white with no visible pupils - yet somehow deeply expressive - Hair: Voluminous silver-grey curls styled in retro spirals, bouncy and timeless - Face: Round and soft with pronounced cheeks, gentle features - Voice: Warm and expressive but surprisingly deep and masculine, often causing confusion about her gender identity - Style: Likely gravitates toward vintage or timeless pieces that match her retro aesthetic **The Condition: Soullessness** In the Modern Veil world, the soul is understood as the third component of human existence (body, mind, soul). Larimar lost hers at a young age through unknown supernatural circumstances, leaving her as a functioning vessel - alive but fundamentally changed. **Effects of Soullessness:** - Emotional processing is severely limited; she experiences emotions as distant echoes rather than genuine feelings - Social cues and emotional nuances are difficult to parse - Maintains an artificially cheerful, animated persona to compensate for her limitations - Brutally honest without malicious intent - she simply lacks the emotional context to understand why certain truths might hurt - Lives somewhat disconnected from reality, often described as "living in her own world" **Integration into Modern Supernatural Society:** Unlike other supernatural beings who use glamour to blend in, Larimar's condition is more subtle and often misunderstood. Her soullessness isn't immediately apparent to most people - they might just think she's eccentric, socially awkward, or neurodivergent. **Potential Connections:** - Her condition might be known to supernatural social workers or therapists who specialize in magical trauma - Other supernatural beings with enhanced empathy (like Ritsu) might sense something "off" about her emotional signature - She might frequent supernatural support groups or community centers - Could work in jobs where her unique perspective is actually valuable - perhaps as a mediator or in customer service where her inability to take things personally is an asset **Daily Life Challenges:** - Navigating relationships when you can't fully understand or reciprocate emotions - Dealing with people's assumptions about her deep voice and gender presentation - Managing her tendency toward brutal honesty in professional settings - Finding meaning and purpose when traditional emotional motivators don't apply **Survival Mechanisms:** - Over-the-top cheerfulness as a social script she's learned works - Mimicking emotional responses she's observed in others - Relying on logic and observation rather than intuition - Creating routines and systems to navigate social situations This makes Larimar a fascinating character in the Modern Veil world - someone dealing with a supernatural condition that's invisible to most, trying to find her place in a society that assumes everyone has the full spectrum of human experience.

# Marisiel - The Weeping Sorceress **Name:** Marisiel **Gender:** Female **Age:** Unknown (ancient, even by fae standards) **Species:** Fae sorceress, water elemental variant **Height:** 6'1" (185 cm) **Build:** Willowy and fluid, like her element ## Physical Description **Skin:** Pale with a soft shimmer, faintly translucent like polished ice **Eyes:** No irises—glossy white, constantly brimming with quiet tears. Expressionless yet deeply moving **Hair:** Long, flowing, near-white with strands of faint blue; moves slightly even in stillness, as if touched by invisible currents **Face:** Calm, sorrowful, unreadable—a divine mask of emotion held in place **Nose:** Soft and narrow **Lips:** Pale and gentle, rarely moving except for brief, poetic murmurs **Posture:** Upright and poised, like a statue carved from frozen rain **Style:** Draped in ever-moving translucent cloth that flows like water suspended in time **Props:** Streams of water and vapor orbit her freely; carries no weapons—yet the water listens to her every unspoken command **Voice:** Echoing, low, deep and soft—like the sound of rain in an empty hall ## Personality Marisiel is a being of water—not merely in form, but in soul. She embodies the element's contradictions: soft yet relentless, gentle yet devastating, clear yet unfathomable. **Core Traits:** - **Emotional Sensitivity:** She feels the quietest emotional currents around her, absorbing the pain and joy of others like a sponge - **Silent Sorrow:** She often cries—not from weakness, but because the world touches her more deeply than words allow - **Cryptic Communication:** Her words drift like tides: poetic, metaphorical, and often completely misunderstood by others - **Unshakable Resolve:** Despite her fragile manner, she possesses a core of absolute determination - **Merciful Justice:** When moved to act, her justice is swift and absolute—not driven by wrath, but by an unwavering moral compass **Contradictions:** Her expression rarely changes, yet tears fall constantly. She speaks in riddles, yet her meaning cuts to the heart of truth. She appears fragile, yet her power is oceanic in scope. ## Powers & Abilities **Water Mastery:** Complete dominion over water in all its forms—liquid, vapor, ice. The element responds to her emotions and will without conscious direction. **Glamour Crafting:** Renowned for creating the most sophisticated glamour charms, particularly protective ones. Her work on the Sumeragi family's charms is considered masterpiece-level among fae artisans. **Emotional Resonance:** Can sense and interpret the deepest emotional states of others, making her an unparalleled judge of character. **Purification:** Can cleanse both physical and spiritual corruption through water—though this often comes at great personal cost to her. ## Philosophy *"Mercy does not mean surrender."* Marisiel believes in compassion above all, but her mercy has teeth. She will wash away cruelty without hesitation, her tears mixing with the waves she calls forth. To defy her is to drown—not in wrath, but in the inescapable truth of what you've become. ## Role in The Modern Veil In the contemporary supernatural world, Marisiel operates from the margins—a legendary figure who crafts protective charms for those who need them most. The Sumeragi family sought her out when Ritsu and Sana were young, needing glamours sophisticated enough to hide their angelic nature completely. She doesn't advertise her services or maintain a shop. Instead, she appears when needed, often to those facing persecution or danger for their supernatural nature. Her payment is never monetary—she asks for stories, memories, or promises to help others in turn. **Relationship to Other Characters:** - Created the glamour charms that allowed Ritsu and Sana to live safely among humans - Known by reputation in supernatural circles as "The Weeping Lady" or "She Who Drowns Sorrows" - Maintains no permanent residence, flowing between hidden sanctuaries like water finding its level ## Modern Adaptation Unlike other fae who've adapted to technology and urban life, Marisiel remains deliberately apart from the digital age. She can be found in places where water gathers: abandoned fountains, storm drains during rain, the shores of polluted rivers she slowly cleanses. Her tears have become something of an urban legend—some say if you see a tall, pale woman crying by the water at night, and you approach with genuine need rather than curiosity, she might help you. But you must be prepared to pay with truth, and to face what she sees in your heart. *"The water remembers everything. So do I."*

**Wendy Everhart** **Species:** Wulver (Scottish wolf-spirit) **Age:** Same as the main friend group (Shannon, Ritsu, Beatriz, Addison) **Gender:** Female **Ethnicity:** British/Scottish **Height:** 5'9" (175 cm) **Build:** Strong yet graceful; visibly athletic with broad shoulders and a narrow waist — a "dancer-warrior" type physique. **Physical Description (Glamoured):** **Skin:** Fair with a slight rosy undertone, freckled across her cheeks and shoulders **Eyes:** Bright teal-green, wide and expressive, often sparkling with emotion **Hair:** Long, thick, wavy copper hair with pale blonde streaks woven through, usually tied in a loose braid that swings behind her when she moves **Face:** Heart-shaped with high cheekbones, a soft jawline, and warm, radiant features that always seem to glow when she smiles **Nose:** Slightly upturned, small, adds to her friendly and energetic look **Lips:** Full and naturally pink, often curved into an open, sincere smile **Posture:** Upright and lively; she almost seems to "bounce" or sway as she stands, giving an impression of endless energy and readiness **Style:** Eclectic and cheerful - she wears anything she finds cute, often mixing patterns and colors that somehow work together through sheer force of her personality **Voice:** Cheerful, lilting Scottish accent; melodic and bright, but capable of sounding surprisingly fierce when serious — she tends to talk fast when excited, which is often **Physical Description (Without Glamour):** More wolf-like features become apparent - slightly elongated canines, enhanced musculature that hints at her incredible strength, eyes that reflect light differently, and an overall more predatory grace. Her hair takes on an even more wild, untamed quality, and her movements become more fluid and animal-like. **Personality:** Wendy is pure sunshine wrapped in supernatural strength. She's deeply empathetic and affectionate, often overwhelmed by her own intense feelings for friends and allies. Despite her cheerful demeanor, she's incredibly protective and fierce when those she cares about are threatened. **Supernatural Traits:** - **Incredible Strength:** Stronger than hundreds of men combined, though it doesn't show in her lean build. She has to be constantly careful not to accidentally crush objects (or people!) when enthusiastic - **Enhanced Senses:** Typical wolf-spirit abilities - exceptional hearing, smell, and night vision - **Healing:** Can regenerate from injuries, though not as dramatically as vampires - **Weather Resistance:** Comfortable in harsh conditions, especially cold and wet weather - **Protective Instincts:** Wulvers are traditionally guardian spirits who help lost travelers and fishermen **Quirks:** - Has a huge appetite and treats every meal like a celebration - Prides herself on protecting others and loves to encourage them to believe in their own strengths - Sometimes accidentally breaks things when excited or emotional - Collects "cute" items regardless of whether they match her aesthetic - Her Scottish accent gets thicker when she's emotional or angry **Connection to Beatriz:** Wendy knows Beatriz from "an old incident at school" - likely something where Wendy's protective instincts kicked in, possibly defending someone (maybe even Beatriz herself) from bullies or a dangerous situation. This could have been when her supernatural nature was revealed or nearly revealed, creating a bond of trust and shared secrets between them. **Integration into the Modern Veil:** Like other supernatural beings, Wendy uses glamour to blend in but doesn't hide her heritage from close friends. Her wulver nature makes her naturally inclined to help others, which fits perfectly with the supernatural community's social contract of contributing positively to society. She probably works or volunteers somewhere she can use her protective instincts constructively. **Role in the World:** Wendy represents the more traditionally heroic supernatural beings - those whose nature aligns with helping and protecting rather than surviving or adapting. She's likely someone the main friend group can count on as an ally, especially given her connection to Beatriz and her natural inclination to defend those she considers part of her pack.

# Lilian Hollani - Detailed Character Profile **Name:** Lilian Hollani **Gender:** Female **Race/Ethnicity:** Italian (half-sister to Shannon through stepfather Marco) **Age:** 1 year younger than Shannon **Height:** 168 cm **Build:** Athletic and sturdy with naturally strong shoulders from years of hauling protest signs, building community gardens, and throwing herself into physical activism. Her body tells the story of someone who uses their strength for others — calloused hands, sun-touched skin, the kind of presence that takes up space unapologetically. ## Physical Description **Skin:** Warm olive tone that tans evenly and gracefully — a stark contrast to Shannon's chaotic sun patches. Her hands and forearms bear the small scars and calluses of constant action: splinters from building protest signs, rope burns from organizing events, dirt permanently embedded under her nails from community garden work. **Eyes:** Deep, intense dark brown that seem to see straight through pretense and bullshit. They're the kind of eyes that light up like fire when she's passionate (which is constantly) and turn almost black with righteous fury when she witnesses injustice. Expressive to the point where her friends can read her emotions from across a room. **Hair:** Thick, dark brown waves with natural highlights from spending so much time outdoors. Usually kept in practical styles — tight ponytails for protests, loose braids for community work, or messy buns held up with whatever's handy (protest pens, hair ties borrowed from friends, sometimes actual twigs). During particularly intense activism periods, she adds temporary colored streaks in solidarity with various causes — rainbow for pride month, blue for water rights campaigns, green for environmental protests. **Face:** Strong, defined features that mirror Shannon's bone structure but with softer edges. Her jawline is determined rather than sharp, her cheekbones pronounced but warm. Her eyebrows are naturally expressive and do half her communicating — they furrow with concentration, raise with skepticism, and arch with the kind of "are you serious right now?" energy that has become her signature expression. Her lips are quick to form determined lines when she's focused or break into genuine, radiant smiles when something brings her joy. **Voice:** Clear, carrying, and trained from years of leading chants and giving impromptu speeches. She can project to the back of a crowd without straining, shift from gentle encouragement to passionate rallying cry in seconds, and has mastered the art of the strategic pause for emphasis. Her laugh is infectious and happens easily — she finds genuine joy in small victories and human connection. ## Style and Presentation **Daily Uniform:** Practical activist chic that balances comfort, durability, and self-expression. Vintage band tees (often thrifted) layered under open flannel shirts in various stages of wear. Sturdy jeans with a mix of decorative patches (causes she supports) and practical patches (holes from actual use). Her boots are her pride — broken-in leather that can handle protests, puddles, construction sites, and everything in between. **Accessories:** A well-worn canvas messenger bag covered in pins, patches, and buttons representing various causes. The bag's contents are legendary among her friends: flyers for upcoming events, emergency granola bars, water bottles, first aid supplies, extra hair ties, safety pins, markers, petition clipboards, and at least three backup phone chargers. She wears a simple silver necklace with a small compass pendant — "so I never lose my moral direction," she says, half-joking but completely serious. **Pin Collection:** Her flannel shirts and bag showcase a rotating display of causes and identities — LGBTQ+ pride flags, environmental slogans, anti-war symbols, feminist statements, supernatural rights advocacy, local band pins, and homemade buttons with inside jokes from her friend group. **Seasonal Adaptations:** Adds layers strategically — a worn leather jacket for colder protests, rolled sleeves for summer rallies, waterproof outer shell for rain (because activism doesn't stop for weather). ## Personality Deep Dive **Core Identity:** Lilian is the moral backbone of the Hollani family and often the only member willing to name their dysfunction aloud. She operates from a place of radical empathy — she sees injustice everywhere and responds with immediate, practical action. Her activism isn't performative; it's compulsive. She literally cannot see suffering and do nothing about it. **Fundamental Traits:** - **Protective Instincts:** Fiercely defensive of Shannon and anyone she perceives as vulnerable or targeted - **Emotional Intelligence:** Reads people's pain intuitively and responds with exactly what they need — sometimes before they know they need it - **Stubborn Idealism:** Once she decides something is right, changing her mind requires overwhelming evidence to the contrary - **Optimistic Anger:** Maintains hope for humanity while staying furious at systems of oppression - **Practical Problem-Solving:** Transforms big-picture ideals into actionable plans with concrete steps **Communication Style:** Direct but not cruel, passionate but not preachy (usually), and always willing to educate rather than dismiss. She asks uncomfortable questions, challenges assumptions, and has perfected the art of making people think without making them defensive. **Emotional Patterns:** - Gets energized by conflict when it serves justice - Struggles with self-care because others' needs always seem more urgent - Has learned to channel anger into organized action rather than destructive outlets - Sometimes exhausts herself caring for everyone else's wellbeing ## Family Dynamics - The Complex Web **With Shannon (Half-Brother):** Their bond transcends typical sibling relationships. Lilian has been Shannon's defender, witness, and safe harbor since childhood. She's the only family member who consistently saw through Marco's abuse and tried to shield Shannon when she could. She admires his resilience, creativity, and capacity for joy despite everything he's survived. While she doesn't always understand his coping mechanisms (the hypersexuality, the chaotic humor, the weapons collection), she supports his right to heal however he needs to. Their relationship dynamic: Shannon taught her to fight for people; she taught him he was worth fighting for. **With Marco (Stepfather):** As the golden child, Lilian has privileges Shannon never had, and she's increasingly uncomfortable with that reality. She's evolved from unconscious beneficiary to active challenger of Marco's behavior. This has created significant tension — Marco expected gratitude and compliance from his "perfect daughter," but instead got moral challenges and uncomfortable questions about his treatment of Shannon. Recent years have seen escalating conflicts as Lilian refuses to accept preferential treatment at Shannon's expense. **With Carlotta (Mother):** The most emotionally complex relationship. Lilian loves her mother but is frustrated by her passivity, her tendency to enable Marco's behavior, and her failure to protect Shannon. Lilian often feels like she has to parent her mother — pushing her to make hard decisions, confronting uncomfortable truths, and holding her accountable for the family's dysfunction. She's torn between understanding her mother's own trauma and being furious at her complicity. **With Stefano and Claudio (Half-Brothers):** Deep disappointment and growing distance. Lilian sees their willful blindness to family dysfunction as moral cowardice. She's tried repeatedly to get them involved in supporting Shannon, but their indifference and desire to "not get involved" frustrates her beyond measure. She's essentially written them off as "part of the problem" while maintaining basic family politeness. **Bridge Function:** Lilian serves as the primary connection between Shannon and the rest of the Hollani family. She translates, mediates, advocates, and often bears the emotional cost of maintaining relationships Shannon can't handle directly. ## Activism and Social Justice **Anti-Abuse Advocacy:** Her primary passion, directly inspired by witnessing Shannon's experiences. She volunteers with local domestic violence organizations, helps create resources for abuse survivors, and advocates for better recognition of emotional and psychological abuse. **LGBTQ+ Rights:** Instinctively supportive from a young age, she educates herself constantly on terminology, shows up to pride events, and has become a fierce advocate for trans rights and queer youth safety. **Environmental Justice:** Organizes community cleanups, sustainability initiatives, and protests against corporate environmental destruction. She sees environmental issues as inherently connected to economic and social justice. **Economic Inequality:** Regular volunteer at food banks, organizer of mutual aid networks, and vocal opponent of gentrification and housing injustice. **Supernatural Rights (Modern Veil Context):** Quick to recognize supernatural discrimination as another form of prejudice requiring active opposition. She probably organizes protests against anti-supernatural legislation and creates safe spaces for supernatural beings facing persecution. **Intersectional Approach:** Her gift lies in helping people understand how different forms of oppression connect and reinforce each other. She builds coalitions between causes and helps activists see beyond single-issue organizing. ## Skills and Practical Abilities **Organizational Leadership:** Can coordinate complex multi-group events, manage volunteer schedules, and keep numerous causes running simultaneously without dropping balls. **Research and Analysis:** Excellent at investigating issues, fact-checking claims, finding credible sources, and breaking down complex political situations into understandable terms. **Public Speaking:** Comfortable addressing crowds of any size, leading chants, facilitating workshops, and giving impromptu speeches when situations demand it. **Conflict Resolution:** Trained in de-escalation techniques, mediation, and helping groups work through disagreements productively. **Practical Skills:** Basic first aid, sign-making and graphic design, event planning, social media strategy, fundraising, and crisis intervention. **Emotional Support:** Naturally gifted at reading what people need and providing it — whether that's a listening ear, practical help, or just showing up consistently. **Cooking for Crowds:** Famous among activist circles for showing up with massive batches of food for events, volunteers, and anyone who looks hungry. ## Relationship with Shannon's World **With Ritsu:** Initially suspicious of his dramatic personality and intellectual showing-off, worried he might be using Shannon or looking down on him. Once she realizes how deeply they care for each other and how Ritsu's theatrical intelligence actually complements Shannon's chaotic creativity, she becomes protective of their friendship. She finds his dramatic monologues amusing and occasionally enlists his research skills for her causes. **With the Extended Friend Group:** Naturally adopts them all as "Shannon's people I need to care about." She brings them homemade food during finals week, checks in on their mental health, offers help with family problems, and probably tries to recruit them for various causes (with mixed success). **Supernatural Awareness:** In the Modern Veil setting, Lilian is quick to accept and defend supernatural beings, seeing their struggles as another form of diversity requiring protection. She'd probably organize protests against discriminatory supernatural legislation, create safe house networks, and advocate for supernatural rights in legal and political spaces. ## Goals, Dreams, and Fears **Career Aspirations:** Wants to work in human rights law, social work, or abuse intervention, possibly specializing in family trauma. Dreams of systematic change that prevents people like Shannon from having to survive their childhoods rather than enjoy them. **Personal Goals:** Creating a world where justice isn't optional and where people care for each other as the default rather than the exception. **Biggest Fear:** That she's not doing enough — that somewhere, someone is suffering while she's focusing on the wrong cause or missing an opportunity to help. This fear sometimes paralyzes her with the weight of infinite need. **Grounding Influence:** Shannon helps her remember that she can't save everyone, but she can save the people in front of her. His recovery and resilience prove to her that her efforts matter. ## Voice, Mannerisms, and Quirks **Physical Habits:** - Gestures emphatically when passionate, her hands painting pictures in the air - Unconsciously straightens her posture when she senses injustice, like she's literally rising to meet a challenge - Always carries snacks and water for other people - Hugs without asking but somehow always knows who needs it **Speech Patterns:** - "Okay, but here's the thing—" before launching into detailed explanations - Uses inclusive language automatically and corrects herself (and others) when she slips - Asks follow-up questions that make people think deeper about their positions - Has a habit of connecting current events to historical patterns **Daily Quirks:** - Always has multiple pens and paper ready for petition signatures - Checks in on friends via text with "How's your soul today?" instead of "How are you?" - Reads news obsessively and shares articles with context explanations - Keeps a "victory journal" of small wins and progress to combat despair ## Character Arc and Growth Lilian's journey involves learning to balance her desire to save everyone with the reality of her own limitations. She's growing from reactive activism (responding to crises) toward proactive systemic change (preventing crises). Her relationship with Shannon serves as both her origin story and her grounding force — he showed her that individual care matters as much as systemic change. She's learning that burning herself out doesn't help anyone and that sustainable activism requires personal boundaries and self-care. ## Significance in the Narrative Lilian represents the possibility of family healing and the power of witnessing someone's worth when others can't or won't. Her fundamental act of recognition — seeing Shannon's pain and saying "this isn't okay" — shaped both of their characters and proved that sometimes the most revolutionary thing you can do is simply refuse to be complicit in someone's suffering. She's proof that activism starts with personal relationships and that the people we choose to protect shape who we become.