[quote=Aweena]
Truthfully, I did not expect Simon's brother to appear out of nowhere. I don't know why it took my so long to make the connection - "Lombardi" isn't even that common of a surname. At first I was on the fence about this idea (), but after reading your CS, I think I'm okay with it. I can't speak for Shon himself, and if he ever does return the two of you may need to have a conversation. If Tomas was presented without any connection to Simon, I would be ecstatic about having you on-board (I still am thrilled to have you, mind you). Your writing style is amazing; you'll definitely fit in with us. I'm still going to accept you (I'd be stupid not to), but can I just ask that you come up with a way to work around things should Shon return and decide he's not okay with it? He was a great person and I don't think he'd be upset necessarily, but I just don't want to put either of you in that uncomfortable situation. So, welcome to Apocalyptica! Start as soon as you please. Also, Simon was 29. He may be 30 by now, however. Seeing as half a year has passed and I can't remember reading about when his birthday was. Hope that helps a little. 
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Thank you for accepting Tomás! Glad the idea was surprising, I thought I'd try something a bit different that respected Apocalypse's history. 

When I write I love the dynamic of one sibling searching for another, especially when it's the younger, 'weaker' doing the search. Reading the Simon character seemed like he was the sort with that common moral center. You know the type who said they were edgy, but really, they're well adjusted. I like that, but I like the idea of Tomás being the opposite. He thinks he's the strong and morally centered. Yet, being isolated then only exposed to the 1007th has changed his idea of right and wrong and he doesn't even recognize it. If Tomás actually did find Simon one day I have no idea how they'd relate. 

I totally get it if Shon comes back and isn't cool with this character. Since the main goal for Tomás is that journey to find him, I'm totally fine with that either not coming to fruition or things not going so hunky-dory. Who knows. Maybe Tomás will be a monster by then. To be totally clear I have no plans for creating Simon as I think that's where the author's territory comes in. Besides, that search for Simon would really keep Tomás around those who knew him, and that just sounds awesome to play through. If he returns and is a bit surprised I don't mind chatting with him.