Sadie Renee Markawitz

Sades, Ren

April 22 (Taurus)

25

Female

Bisexual

Single

Gulfport, Mississippi

HEIGHT: 5'2
WEIGHT: 115 lbs
HAIR: Blonde
EYES: Green
SKIN TONE: Pale
CLOTHING STYLE: Very trendy. Always in heels. Rarely seen in anything other than a dress or miniskirt with revealing tops.
OTHER:Tattoo of the moon phases down her spine, both ear lobes pierced.

Having grown up in the south, Sadie is very affluent in southern manners. Having been raised Catholic, she still has some of the church upbringing imbedded within her genes, however the last almost decade she's decided to branch out. Sadie is bubbly and charming when in a good mood, but she can very easily flip when the situation calls for it. She is a bit of an alcoholic and a druggie so she absolutely loves to have a good time and to party. Sadie is absolutely one hundred percent loyal to her friends and an absolute warpath to her enemies.

Tequila
Parties
Food
Money
Spa days

Whiskey
Children
The Church
Politics
Birds

Partying
Drug use
Petting random animals
Shopping
Cocaine

Birds
Friends finding out about her drug use
Rehab

Sadie was born and raised in the deep south to Mary Lou and Charlie Markawitz. She was very heavily spoiled as a young child and raised in the church. Her father was a neurosurgeon and her mother stayed at home to help with her raising. As a young girl, she was a God-fearing tyke and always did everything by the book. This continued on until the age of fifteen.
During high school Sadie discovered the sins she had been taught to stay away from. She soon started to sneak out at night to get drunk in corn fields and to have relations with any boy she could find. This led to her getting a reputation at school, which in turn introduced her to a more diabolical crowd. It was then that she discovered the hard stuff. At the age of seventeen, her parents discovered her cocaine addiction and sent her straight to rehab.
After spending the rest of her high school life locked up, she graduated with her GED and decided she'd had enough with her hometown. She wanted to be a famous actress. Her father agreed to pay her way if she continued to stay one hundred percent sober. Sadie moved to LA and started auditioning the first moment she got. Her father would only pay for a small apartment in the city, so she ended up in a life completely different than the one she had grown accustomed to.
To this day, Sadie has only been able to book small commercials and the occasional walk on. She's thankful for the friends she had made in the building, although she hides her past from them. Sadie continues to go out and party every chance she has.

Jasmine Elizabeth Monroe

Answers to the nicknames of Jas, Jazzy. On occasion will answer to Liz also. But not often that someone uses her middle name for nicknames.

July/17th (Cancer)

24

Female

Hetero (Straight)

Single.

New York, Manhattan

HEIGHT: 5'5"
WEIGHT: 138 Lbs
HAIR: Long. Usually either straight or styled in light waves or more pronounced curls. Strawberry Blonde to Red. Depending on her mood, she goes between those two colors.
EYES: Chocolate Brown. Look Hazel in certain light.
SKIN TONE: Creamy, light tone.
CLOTHING STYLE: Jasmine has quiet a stylish sense of fashion. Varying from Jumpsuits, to dresses, to various shirts with jeans or with skirts.
OTHER: Has pierced ears. Likes to wear variety of earrings depending on her mood and style. Jasmine has a friendship tattoo on her right wrist. Hidden scars from a car accident, when she was younger.

Growing up, Jasmine has been taught good values by her parents. She is seen as to be incredibly loyal to those around her. She would do anything for her friends, even if it means putting her own happiness on the back burner. Some people say she's loyal to a fault; This has caused people to grab the opportunity to abuse her loyalty in the past; eventually breaking her trust by doing so.
From the age of 8, she has been diagnosed with Depression and Anxiety; Symptoms can be triggered by variety of things including her fears, people breaking her trust or nightmares about her childhood. Due to people abusing her loyalty and breaking her heart, Jasmine has become insecure when it comes to romantic relationships. Often doubting her self worth. When her anxiety and depressive moments hit; she goes through difficult emotional periods. Often withdrawing herself from others and wallowing in her emotions. Jasmine feels like she'd be burdening others; if she told them about all of her issues. Therapy sessions with her fluffy friend and the support of her friends, gets her bad spells under control.

Despite her own issues, Jasmine is a very warm and compassionate young lady. She's always there for her friends when they are in need. Helping to solve their own issues, finding it helps distract her from her own life. At times, she can be extremely stubborn if she's made up her mind about something; Everyone makes mistakes right? Jasmine lives to learn from the mistakes she makes, from her stubbornness. She also enjoys bit of the harmless gossip. If something interesting is going on; she's probably one of the first few people to hear about it and spreads the news.

Animals and Nature.
Movie Junkie: Lord of the Rings/The Hobbit Saga is one of her favourites.
Fashion. Jasmine always tries to keep up with the latest fashion trends.
Music: 90's baby, with some modern band interests. On occasion listens to other genre of music, but mainly prefers Rock/Pop.
Nothing better than a Hot Chocolate to warm the soul.

Her ex Donovan Michaels; The cheating bastard.
Animal Cruelty
Anyone trying to hurt her friends; whether it's emotionally, physically or in any other shape of form.
Sushi. Is allergic to the seaweed wrappings.
When Someone's ego gets too big for their own head.

Often can hear Jasmine singing, when she's cleaning her apartment.
When anxious, Jasmine taps her foot impatiently against the ground/and or chews her bottom lip.
Bit of a neat freak at home; everything has to be perfectly organised. Often find re-organising things, if she spots something out of place.

Amaxophobia (also called hamaxophobia); Mainly has fears of being in cars and anything related to them. Jasmine is more tolerant of other vehicles and forms of transport.
Arachnophobia: Since getting bitten by a spider at age 7, she has since had intense fear of spiders.
Rollercoasters: Experienced few unfavourable moments with those things.

Growing up in New York, Jasmine is the only child of Henry and Amara Monroe. Both of her parents, worked in high powered jobs; both being Lawyers. Allowing them to have a good income to provide for Jasmine; anything that she might need growing up. Despite the fact that both of her parents were busy with their careers; she's had a fairly loving and happy childhood. Both her parents and grandparents doting on her. Jasmine was said to be a happy and bubbly child. Always smiling and giggling.

From the age of 4, The Monroe family had been going on annual family holidays. Each year the destination would change, depending where they wanted to go as a family. It was shortly after Jasmine's 8th Birthday, that the annual family trip was taking place. Going to Disneyland Paris, as a belated birthday present for the young girl. On the way to the airport is when a tragedy struck; a drunken driver hit the side of the car that was transporting Jasmine and her family. As the car swerved out of control, they hit a large flagpole. The impact killing her father behind the wheel; Whilst Jasmine and her mother were injured. Help, had been called for the family by witnesses to the accident. On the way to the hospital, Jasmine's mother sadly passed away from her injuries. Leaving the little girl as a sole survivor of the car accident.

The accident had changed Jasmine; becoming a shell of the person she used to be. Withdrawn, always teary, keeping to herself and more quiet. She had been diagnosed with depression and anxiety. Whilst she slowly recovered from the car accident; her body held scars that'd forever remind her off that day. After her parent's deaths, she had been raised by her grand-parents. Trying to give her a good life. Jasmine eventually was slowly becoming more like herself again, with certain help to manage her anxiety and depression. Jasmine got a fairly decent education through her years.

At the age of 16, Jasmine moved to Los Angeles. Having been accepted to a school far from New York. It was during those school years, that she has met members of her 'group' and became close friends whilst working towards her Art and Design Degree. Art and Design, had always been one way that she could express herself. Including Fashion. Whilst she had decided to stay in Los Angeles full time; She'd go back to New York from time to time. Visiting her grandparents. Making sure that they were fairing well, as they were getting older.

As Jasmine got older, she'd work various jobs to make money between working on her degree. After graduating with her degree; she had started looking for fashion/art/design related careers. As it became her dream to work for a Fashion Company, as one of their fashion designers.

Over the years, as the group grew. Jasmine considers them a family. They are the people that keep her together when things get rough. 2 Years ago, she met Donovan Michaels. A charming young man. The two were happily together for better part of 2 years; before she recently found him cheating on her with an old school friend. Heartbroken. Jasmine wants nothing to do with him and is taking a hiatus from love. Or so she thinks. Who knows, maybe love might find her once more.

Has a Golden Retriever Puppy called Thor. Her Therapy buddy.
Suffers from Anxiety and at times has periods of depression.
Likes to host Game/Movie nights at her apartment.
Has Art + Design Degree
Her Cousin lives across the hall from her, with his room-mate.

Christian Henry Wilde

Usual nicknames are Chris and C-Man. His cousin Jasmine gets away with calling him Chrissy. His buddies can also call him the Big C.

February 21st (Pisces)

26

Male

Heterosexual.

Single. Going through a nasty divorce

San Francisco, California

HEIGHT: 6'3"
WEIGHT: 187lbs
HAIR: Usually short. Dirty Blonde. Looks lighter blonde in the summer months.
EYES: Bright Blue
SKIN TONE: Usually Tanned.
CLOTHING STYLE: Christian likes to wear casual things for the most part. Often will be seen in his shirts and jeans, sometimes accompanied by either a leather jacket or a woollen jumper depending on the weather.
OTHER: Rather well toned/muscly from working out. Prefers to have a clean shaven face. But when feeling lazy will grow out facial hair.

San Francisco's golden boy. Christian grew up to be the 'boy next door' that everyone had their eyes on. Sweet, Charming and a bit of a flirt. If someone needed something; he's always there to help. Whether it's a friend or a stranger in need. Christian has never been afraid of helping people. If someone's having a disagreement; he's often the mediator between them. Being one of the few people with more common sense; he's the voice of reason in time of need. He's the person that is needed at a time of crisis. Whilst he might look tough; he's a softy deep inside. Some call him sensitive, some just call him an old fashioned romantic.

Growing up, his head was in the clouds as they say. Always dreaming and being somewhat of an escapist from reality. But he found to make his dreams come true, the older he got. Always believing, that nothing was impossible. If someone worked hard enough, they could achieve their goals and dreams. When it comes to romantic relationships; he's become somewhat paranoid. His ex wife is to blame for his lack of confidence and low self-esteem. Finding it hard to trust someone, let alone get close to them. Be warned, if you ever dare cross him and those close to him; he becomes a force to be reckoned with, when he unleashes his anger towards someone.He does not forget...nor does he forgive easily.

The Gym. He works out a lot.
Sports: Whether he enjoys a good game on the Tv, or plays a game with his buddies. He's down.
Food from different cultures: Mexican, Italian and Greek are among his favourites.
The Beach; something about the waves crashing have always been soothing to him.
Kids. He's always enjoyed being around them and definitely wants some one day.

Liars and cheaters; blame his ex for that.
Hard Alcohol; Not really his thing.
Black Friday; he finds it a menace trying to get anywhere when shopping.
Boats; he gets sea-sick.
People being unreasonable and starting drama.

Chris has a tendency to mumble to himself, when he's deep in thought.
Mouthing words along to his favourite movies/songs.
Recording programs he wants to catch up on at a later date.

Coulrophobia: Clowns, have always creeped him out. He can't explain it.
Future relationships failing, now that he's a young man middle of a divorce.

Christian is the eldest child of 2; born to James and his wife Aurora. His mother came from the Monroe family; being the younger sister of the deceased Henry Monroe. Born and raised in San Francisco; the Wilde family didn't see much of the Monroe's apart from holidays and occasional visits at certain points in the year. His family life had always been pretty solid and happy; nothing to complain about. He was doted on, for being the blue eyed handsome baby boy. His younger brother Clark was born, shortly before his 3rd birthday. His baby brother was then doted on, by everyone including himself. Christian loved being a big brother; having a sibling to look after and protect. The two boys had a strong brotherly relationship.

After the death of his aunt and uncle; his family tried to be more present in his cousin Jasmine's life. Knowing she needed family; now more than ever. The two eventually forming a close bond. She's like the sister, he never had.

From a young age, Christian had a love for food; whether it was helping his mom in the kitchen or trying new dishes. He dreamed of someday opening his own restaurant chain. A dream that carried on with him through adulthood. Getting a good education; Christian made sure to include cooking classes throughout his school years. Eventually going to a culinary college. Excelling in all his classes; being at the top of the class. It was during his college years, that he met Melody Harmen. The young woman was smart, funny, beautiful. The entire package that he was looking for. Having similar interests and goals in life; the two were the perfect pair in other people's eyes. They soon started dating, at the end of their college years Christian proposed. Of course Melody said yes. The two happy as could be; they eventually got married. Life was comfortable for them as a married couple.

Both of them working towards their respective career goals; Christian had worked in various restaurant. Eventually becoming a head-chef for one chain. When he saved enough money; he eventually started building his own restaurant chain. There were good days, and there were rough days when it came to his dream. But he never gave up; wanting to see his work flourish. It was also a matter of finding good workers and chefs, to help keep the business a float. It was during those hard working years; that Melody slowly started to pull away from him. Despite him being a good husband, and doing everything he could for his wife. She eventually didn't reciprocate the effort.

Christian had a feeling, that she wasn't as happy as she let onto be. Trying to fix the marriage issues that followed. But it was to no avail. One evening, he came home from work to find that she had moved all of her things out. Leaving him nothing but a goodbye letter and divorce papers. It turns out, that she had been seeing his younger brother for a few months now; and the two decided to run away and elope. Thus, began the messy divorce and broken brotherhood between Christian and Clark.

Heart-broken; he decided to focus on his work. His restaurant chain expanding which prompted him to move to Los Angeles. That was a 1.5 year ago. Being fairly knew to the group; Christian soon made quick friends with everyone. Finding that, he was also close enough to look out for his cousin Jasmine. Trying to heal his broken heart. He's thankful for the group of friends/family he had near him right now. A few of his friends had tried to get him out there again, when it comes to dating. But he's not entirely sure that he's ready. No one has caught his attention enough, let alone given him faith that future relationship would work out.

Christian likes random Trivia.
Likes to dance for fun. Doesn't think of himself as overly skilled, but has some fun dance moves.
Enjoys experimental cooking.
His Restaurant chain is a multi-cultured chain. And among the top 5 in L.A.

Dorian Elias Scruggs

Rory Rhinestone is his stage name and acquaintances often address him as Rory.

May/ 23 (Gemini)

25

Male

Homosexual

Single

Erwin, Tennessee

HEIGHT: 5’ 11”
WEIGHT: 132 lbs
HAIR: Strawberry Blonde
EYES: Brown
SKIN TONE: Pale

CLOTHING STYLE: Dorian loves to wear bold and attention-grabbing outfits that incorporate elements of vintage fashion with a modern twist. Possessing an impressive wardrobe is to him a matter of pride. On stage his signature look consists of a rose gold jumpsuit bedazzled with sequins, rhinestones, and other sparkling embellishments; it hugs his slender frame like a second skin. He pairs the jumpsuit with bedazzled platform boots or high-top sneakers, and an assortment of jewelry.

OTHER: The tattoo on Dorian’s inner left arm is a striking image of cascading diamonds that appear to be flowing down his arm in a fluid motion. The larger diamonds at the top of the design are more prominent and defined, while the smaller gems towards the bottom of the design are more abstract and scattered.

Dorian can be described as a confident, charismatic, and energetic young man with a flair for the dramatic. Despite his keen social graces, he is never above demonstrating his sharp wit and sense of humor should the situation call for it. He absolutely adores performances and thrives on the attention of others. At times he can be a bit of a drama queen. He has a larger-than-life personality that is both colorful and charming, and he's not afraid to push boundaries or take risks in his life. Despite his outgoing demeanor, Dorian has a vulnerable side that stems from his tumultuous upbringing. He frequently struggles with feelings of abandonment and of insecurity, which he tries to mask with his glamorous stage persona. Deep down he's also an emotional person, and his music at times dispenses with the pageantry to mirror his innermost feelings.

He's not always the most responsible person, but he genuinely cares about his friends and family. This craving for attention and acceptance means Dorian is hard pressed to turn away those toxic individuals offering empty platitudes who just wish to take advantage of him. Despite his reluctance to do so he can be self-serving at times, crushing those in his way under his bedazzled heels.

Singing and creating music with his bandmates.
Experimenting with different fashion styles and looks.
Digging through crates of vinyl records, cassette tapes, and CDs in order to find obscure gems from yesteryear.
Supporting various LGBTQ+ charities and causes.
Hanging out in various art installations or clubs at odd hours.

His deadbeat father.
Closeminded people.
Feeling uninspired or stuck creatively.
Having to deal with the business side of the music industry, such as having endure prolonged contract negotiations.
Having to deal with the drudgery of having to toil away at jobs unrelated to his passion.

Has a tendency to play the most esoteric music when handed the Aux Cord.
He is known to indulge in illicit substances before going on stage to help calm his nerves and get into the right mindset for performing.

Compliancy: Dorian fears reaching a point in his musical evolution where he is unable to create anything unique or meaningful thereby become part of the status quo.

Autophobia: His father exiting his life for good when Dorian was only five years old was a particularly traumatic experience, leading to a deep-seated fear of being abandoned by those closest to him.

Dorian was born in the small rural community of Erwin, Tennessee to parents Otis Scruggs and Harriett McCarthy. Otis was one of the mainstays of a local country-western and bluegrass collective known as The Cumberland Ramblers. The Ramblers were mostly a regional success, with their only national exposure occurring when their signature track "Whiskey Tears and Barroom Fights" briefly entered the lower rungs of the Hot Country Singles for a scant few weeks; as an unabashed braggard Otis would loudly remind everyone within earshot of this rather hollow accomplishment. Despite this modicum of success, The Ramblers were never a particularly profitable venture due in no small part to Otis’s volatile temper coupled with his overt narcissism; any the money Otis earned from gigs on the honky-tonk circuit rarely found its way back to his family. Otis was known to leave for extended periods of time to tour with the group or embark on solo outings, often leaving his wife and young son alone for weeks or even months at a time. In addition to raising their child Harriett was forced to work long hours at a local factory to stem the family’s slide into abject poverty. When he was not on tour, Otis refused to seek gainful employment. He was often found hanging out in seedy bars with the rest of the local riffraff where he would regale them with his oft exaggerated exploits while also indulging in his twin vices alcoholism and adultery. When Dorian was only five years old his father supposedly left on a national tour to support his recent solo album “Backroads & Byways”, despite the tour never materializing having been canceled weeks prior, it was one in which Otis would intentionally never return from. The last memory Dorian has of his father is of covertly watching him late in the evening meticulously pack up his fiddle and other travel essentials into a shabby duffel bag before departing their modest home for what was unbeknownst to his son the last time. Otis is very much alive but is most likely living under an assumed name in order to dodge the financial responsibility he owes the numerous children he allegedly fathered when on the road.

Despite the ensuing financial struggles in the wake of Otis’s departure, Harriett was determined to give her son a good upbringing and encouraged his burgeoning interest in music, even buying him his first guitar from a flea market at the age of ten. As a teenager, Dorian, struggling with his emerging homosexuality, found solace in the glam rock music of the 70s. He was inspired by the flamboyant stage presence and androgynous fashion of artists like David Bowie, Freddie Mercury, and Marc Bolan. It is around this time Dorian started experimenting with makeup and fashion, using them to both express his individuality and rebel against the traditionalist norms of his small town. He spent countless hours practicing his guitar and perfecting his stage presence, dreaming of one day becoming a famous rock star.

After barely graduating high school, Dorian moved to Los Angles to pursue a career in music. He has been playing gigs at local bars and clubs ever since, attempting to build up a following with his energetic performances and glittery, androgynous style. His music blends the theatricality of glam rock with the twang of country music, creating a rather unique sound. It is here in the City of Angels where he met group of similarly passionate and eccentric musicians. Together, they formed the band " Rory Rhinestone & the Cosmic Cabaret" and quickly became known locally for their high-energy performances and over-the-top costumes. The band consists of lead guitarist Blair Bexley, bassist Adrian Fitzgerald, keyboardist Asjad Mian, drummer Bruce Douglas, and saxophonist Levi Keswick; Dorian is the charismatic lead vocalist and primary song writer. Their manager/agent is the perpetually overworked Dominic DiMorra, who oversees a lot of local acts for somewhat reasonable fees in the hopes that one of them makes it big someday thereby netting him a huge windfall. This has yet to happen. He often books the band at the most random of places and often times they are not even the featured players on the marquee. Dorian and his bandmates are currently workshopping songs to be included on a debut album should they ever get signed. It can be said that the band in its current incarnation has not yet hit their stride and are certainly an acquired taste.

Like many aspiring superstars living in Los Angeles Dorian works a variety of odd jobs to cover his living expenses. It is not uncommon for him cycle through a variety of positions in a matter of months. He is currently working as a clerk in a record store, which is one of the more rewarding positions he has had in terms of the corporate world. His measly earnings allow him to rent a rather modest apartment inside the city limits. Dorian made fast friends with the other tenants that occupy the building and feels a strong bond forming between them.

The oddest instrument that he can play with any degree of proficiency would be the hurdy-gurdy.

Isabella Regal

Isa, Bella, Bell

January/ 31 (Aquarius)

24

Female

Hetero

Very happily single

Colorado, Springs

HEIGHT: 5'3
WEIGHT: 130
HAIR: Black
EYES: Amber
SKIN TONE: Light skinned
CLOTHING STYLE: Isabella wouldn’t say she has a specific style, she can be seen in anything from sweat pants and a baggy T to high fashion white tie clothing, as well as anything from vintage housewife clothing to modern grunge. Just depends on how she feels on a specific day or where she plans on going.
OTHER: Her face and shoulders are lightly freckled. A Semicolon butterfly tattoo and a floral tattoo to cover up some scarring from when she was younger.

Isabella can come off as shy and introverted, at least when you first meet her. She doesn’t talk much and just seems to let things play out. However, when you actually get to know her she is more of an ambivert, good luck getting her to stop talking if she views you as someone she trusts. She is deeply caring, never wanting anyone to feel unwanted or unloved. She is quick to stand up for others but often forgets that she deserves to not be walked over just like everyone else.

She can sometimes come off as untrusting and stand-offish at first. Especially when she is trying to figure out if someone is worth being a part of her life. She is careful not to end up in a similar situation she managed to escape.

~Books, she is often seen reading in her free time.
~Animals, she has been known to take home a plethora of strays
~Music, something she uses often to calm herself down or hyper herself up, she loves to sing when she is alone (Or thinks she is)
~The Beaches, especially reading on the beach, she isn’t too fond of the water but she loves to take a chair and an umbrella to the beach and just read.
~TTRPGs, something she doesn’t share with most people but she loves being able to escape to a fantasy world and pretend to be a badass hero.
~Experimenting with fashion, she likes to push the envelope and what she can get away with in public.
~Rainy days, she loves overcast and rainy days since they are perfect for staying home and reading, or even sometimes taking her stuff to the beach (when it’s not down pouring) and reading.

~Being ignored, she hates when people talk over her, it makes her feel small and unwanted.
~Her family and anything to do with her “old life”, she moved to get away from them so she doesn’t like talking about them.
~Being crowded, she likes talking to people but she hates being in the center of a group, often preferring to hang on the outer limits just in case her social battery dies.
~Bigots or people trying to force their opinions on others.
~Overly hot days, she hates sweating and prefers to stay inside when days get too hot.

~She ALWAYS stops to pick up stray animals if she can, especially in dangerous areas. Doesn’t matter if it makes her late for something she must rescue the baby.
~People watching when in public places if she doesn’t have a book on her.

~Her family and especially her ex finding out where she moved to.
~Claustrophobia, small or crowded spaces freak her out. Crowded elevators are a nightmare for her.

Isabella was born Ashely Harrison. She grew up in a home that honestly, didn’t care about her. She was the youngest of 3 children and as such was generally forgotten, until someone was angry. She was the result of an affair between her mother and an unknown man, and ultimately the reason her parents split, at least that’s what her mother and siblings told her. As a result she didn’t grow up with the best confidence. She was the punching bag of her household, sometimes quite literally.

The abuse, both mental and physical, resulted in her self harming and eventually, on several occasions, attempting to end her own life. It’s not a time she likes to talk about. So when she started dating a guy in HS and he suggested she move in with him when they graduated she took the opportunity to get away, little did she know it would be just as bad after they moved in together. The once sweet man she knew turned into a controlling jerk. He never laid his hands on her but he did control most aspects of her life, where she could work, where she could go to school, who her friends were, ect. She had nowhere to go, he controlled her money also. It wasn’t until a co-worker who offered to help her get out of the situation that she even realized what it was. That co-worker was her wake-up call. Her secret confidant, the one thing in her life she had a choice in. Her boyfriend had no clue.

Swiftly her and the co-worker had saved enough money for her to change her name and move states all in one quick motion. Ashley Harrison was no more, and now Isabella Regal lived in California, with a new number, a new address and a new life. One she intended to do better with. She started going to therapy where she was finally able to work on herself and discover her voice. Now, 4 years later she is doing better than she ever was before and still working on improving herself.

~Isabella works as an editor at a publication firm and absolutely loves it.
~She has a failed foster Pit/Husky mix named Haller

_{B A C K G R O U N D :}

Ember Sterre Lief (pronounces like leaf, means sweet)
Leaf, Amberleigh (because Ember Leigh is sometimes hard to pronounce for Americans)

May, 4th (Zodiac)

24

Female

Bisexual

Single and ready to mingle

The Hague, The Netherlands

HEIGHT: 5,7

WEIGHT: 165lb

HAIR: Dirty blonde, long and wavy

EYES: Greyblue

SKIN TONE: Light, sunkissed, freckly

CLOTHING STYLE: Casual, Parisian, Bohemian, Comfy

OTHER: Piercings: Left ear: 2x forward helix, 1 normal helix piercings, 3x lobe earrings. Right ear: 3x lobe earrings. Tattoo's: A small tattoo behind her ear with a moon and stars, a tattoo her sister Luna also has, due to their names. (Luna = Moon. Ember's second name is Sterre = stars).

Ember is a cheerful individual. She is often described as sunny, comforting and a little bit wacky. This especially comes into play with her job at the daycare, where the kids love her playful personality. That does not mean she doesn't have a different side. She struggles with insecurities because of her situation, being in a different country and away from what she knows. Cultural differences hit her hard sometimes, and this is often noticeable by others who may perceive Ember as too blunt, or too forward, as beating around the bush is not something Ember does. This sometimes causes communication issues, and the thought that people may dislike her weighs heavy on her. She is in limbo on whether to remain here in LA or to go back home to the Netherlands. Which results in anxiety about life choices and small choices, such as the break up with her ex.

The people in Ember's life are important to her, and thus she'll often ensure they feel that way, through small acts of kindness, remembering things and random professions of love and caring.

Ember grew up in the Netherlands, in a quaint village together with her mom, dad and sister Luna. She led an average life without real ups or downs. While in university to become a teacher, she spend her spare time either gaming online or hanging out with friends in town. Due to a housing crisis in her country, she kept living at home while at college. This was okay though, as she liked spending time with her sister, especially during the growing unease her parents were having with each other. While in the midst of a divorce, Ember fled more and more to online gaming and eventually met a boy. I know, cliché right? That cliché didn't occur to Ember though, who fell head over heels for this American boy who lived in the City of Angels. Soon, they became long-distance boyfriend and girlfriend. Escaping her life in the Netherlands became more and more of a fairytale, an ideal dream to live in America, with her boyfriend, Jack. To experience Los Angeles, America, hell, even a Walmart was exciting for Ember. She dropped her education, job and friends as she braved her fear of flying and the ocean to take that plane, fly to him. Everything suddenly seemed perfect, a real dream come true.

But it wasn't like that. Jack spends a lot of time working & being away with friends, leaving Ember to fend for herself a lot of time. The city became increasingly scarier to her, especially at night. It didn't take long before she became isolated in Jack's apartment, alone and scared, and her "American Dream" came crashing down on her. She felt stuck between a rock and a hard place, feeling unable to live or work. Going back didn't feel like an option, as she had dropped everything and everyone back home.

While grabbing some mail in Jack's apartment building's lobby, she ran into a friendly neighbour called Mia. Mia was her age and they took a liking to each other right away. She and her boyfriend, Ryan, invited Ember on outings, movies, and restaurants end explained the city to her. Slowly, Ember got her trust and confidence back. Mia worked at a local daycare centre, and with some creative administration, luck and charm, they hired Ember and arranged a working VISA for her. This independence and the gaining of self-worth caused her to finally jump Jack, whom she found out was also cheating on her with someone else.

Due to her job, Ember found an apartment of her own and started socialising with the people on her floor and in her building. She is becoming more and more like her sunny self.

Pending...

Daniel Yijun Jingyi

February/ 9 (Aquarius)

24

Male

Hetero

Single

Chicago, Illinois

HEIGHT: 5'10
WEIGHT: 160
HAIR: Black
EYES: Brown
SKIN TONE: Beige
CLOTHING STYLE: Casual clothing for the most part, and sometimes wears jackets or hoodies, depending on the weather or his mood.
OTHER: A scar on the palm of his right hand

Daniel can be described as a driven and confident individual. Always thinking about how to accomplish his dreams and planning his next move or backup plan if things go his way or fail. He is not really a workaholic but is committed to the path he has laid out for himself. Even if things go awry, he will carry one, and this does not mean that he does not make time for friends or family. He does and make time for fun and to unwind. Though he does has a strained relationship with his family. Mainly his father, and does not like to talk about it.

However, under this persona of his, Daniel, hidden away, has doubts about himself. If he can prove to himself, he has what it takes to redirect his life after living under his father and living a fake life. Plus, the fear that he can't and is forced to go back to his father and that scares him to the bone. Also, he does have a minor problem with authority, and it only comes out when he is really stressed or angry.

Snow, Birds, Music, Video Games, Sci-Fi Movies

His father, Hot weather, Politics, Failing, Drugs

The tendency to overthink things. Sometimes he listens to music for inspiration or as a mood booster.

Going back to his father, The Open Ocean

Daniel hails from Chicago and is the eldest of two. While he did have a good childhood, despite his father not always being there as he was a hard-working lawyer. Despite this, Daniel did have problems with his father as he grew up. Being his father's favorite, and would give Daniel his full attention. Something that, at first, he was okay with but would grow to hate it as his father would be critical of him whenever he did something wrong or even slightly wrong. Often telling him bluntly what he felt he should do and not always the correct thing to do. There was no break from it, and his father was oblivious to the effect it was having on his child. Plus, for some reason that Daniel does not know, while he did not want his father's attention. His younger sister did, and the fact that Daniel was his father's favorite caused a strain between him and his sister that never really went away.

It was around the time he was fourteen that Daniel started to slowly realize his father's controlling nature. He started to "suggest" the subjects and electives he learned. Always saying that he should be a lawyer like him. When Daniel thought about doing something else when he grew up, his father would politely shut it down. Saying that that is not the path for him and enforcing the lawyer path. A path that Daniel slowly started to hate and would start having fights with his father.

Still, Daniel complied with his father's wishes after high school and earning a degree. His father "recommended a law school" in Chicago, and for a year, Daniel studied there. But, after a long night of studying did he finally realize that he was not living his life. He is living the life his father wants him to live, so after a long night of thinking, planning, and getting the courage to act. Daniel left law school and surprising with his mother's help. Daniel confounded his father one last time before heading off with what money he had and moved to Los Angeles. Getting a job with a friend of his mother, and it was now it was his time for him to live his life.

Daniel made friends with some people after living in LA for a year in his apartment building and is glad he managed to have friends in the city even after a year of living there. He still feels like a stranger to.

Daniel is learning how to play guitar.

Javier Richard Diaz

Javy, JD

July 26th (Leo)

25

Male

Heterosexual

Single

Jackson, TN

HEIGHT: 6'0"
WEIGHT: 185 lbs
HAIR: Black
EYES: Hazel
SKIN TONE: Caramel
CLOTHING STYLE: Depends. Leans towards athletic/street apparel but is known to dress up on occasion. Favors the former.
OTHER: Several tattoos on upper body, arms and legs. Both ears pierced.

At this age, Javier is still is usual goofy self. Initially when he moved out to California during his younger years, he was much more reserved, observant and closed off to the idea of meeting new people. Once he got acclimated and made connections, he opened up to become the goofball that he is today. With age, much of his antics have toned down along with the fact that he's running his business, but when drinks are flowing and music is playing, Javier enjoys being the life of the party.

Cooking, Music, Sports, Nature, Good Vibes

Dishonesty, Cats, Inclement Weather, Mistakes, Heights

Playing Music, Smoking Weed, Shoe Purchases, Buying Cooking Supplies, Zoning Out

Failing in Business, Disappointing his Family

Javier had a troublesome upbringing. Born in the a small town, his father was a gang member who was constantly in and out of jail while his mother struggled to make ends meet while working for a home daycare. With no consistent parenting at home, Javier eventually found "family" in the same way that his father did when he was younger by integrating himself into the street life, finding refuge in a local gang. In the midst of this, he visited his father in prison where they had a lengthy discussion about how his antics would eventually lead him into the same place where he was, but Javier was stubborn. Why would he listen to someone who was never there in the first place?

Fortunately for Javier's well-being, his mother had family in the California area that agree to take him on in an effort to right the ship. Before Javy could get too embedded in the wrong situation, he was quickly sent to live with his family in California where he was placed in a good school. The problem was that he couldn't relate to any of the other students. It wasn't until he bought in to some of the extra-curricular activities such as basketball and (unwillingly) Home Economics where he truly found some sort of purpose.

Once he graduated, Javier made the tough decision to leave the area that helped shape him into becoming a man and attended a culinary school back in Tennessee to refine his skills and begin his entrepreneurial pursuits of owning and operating a restaurant. Through discipline and determination, he saved up enough money during his time as a chef to purchase his own food truck which eventually led him back to California where his business could not only be planter, but flourish as well.

Presently, Javier is learning that success comes with a price. Expectation, demands and stress are all things he has to learn to cope with, but he wouldn't trade it for the world. It feels good for him to be back in California as he feels that this is where he is supposed to be. He's fortunate that his community of friends and loved ones are there to support him.

Eduardo Jesus Ramos

Chuy, Chewy, DJ Chewy

June 1 (Gemini)

22

Cis-male

Heterosexual

Single

Cicero, IL

HEIGHT: 6'1"
WEIGHT: 180lbs
HAIR: Black
EYES: Brown
SKIN TONE: Lightly Tan
CLOTHING STYLE: Chuy has a casual style, settling on athletic cut t-shirts or a flashy short sleeve button up. He rounds it out with jeans and fresh sneakers. He has a thing for jerseys of various teams: The Bulls, The White Sox, Mexico and US National soccer teams, even shows some love for California teams now and then
OTHER: An appendix scar

Energetic and earnest, Chuy deeply feels all the joy his life brings him and wants nothing more than to share that joy with the world. One of the things that brings him the most happiness is working on something new and sharing it with others to find they accept and enjoy it. His creativity and adventurous nature make it so he's never bored, always finding some new experience.

That said, he can be impulsive and impatient. He often gets so excited to put his new works out into the world that he'll post a half-finished beat or mix and waste time reading the reaction rather than just finishing it. He also has a bit of an indulgent nature, not surprising for one who lives to drive the party forward. If he seems surprisingly frugal it's only because he's got some big purchase or trip he's ready to blow his saved money on. It's a good thing he can turn on the charm because he often finds himself in trouble trying to sneak in somewhere, hitting on the wrong woman, or in general ignoring some rules to get what he wants.

Music - playing it, listening, hearing it live, festivals
Dancing - let the music move you
The Beach - it's much nicer at the ocean than the lake
Working out - Calisthenics, Soccer, Weights
Traveling - when he can afford it
Star Wars - bet you can't guess his favorite character
Anime - you KNOW he 's been at multiple raves in a boar mask and no shirt

Being Alone - it just feels wrong
Driving - LA needs better public transport
Commitment - but you probably saw that one coming
The link between EDM and drugs - it's possible to just enjoy music
Video Games - they steal too much of his time

Social Media - Unfortunately promoting your work via TikTok and Instagram means spending a lot of time on social media. While most of his posting is focused on his DJing and music, he's fine with taking part in the latest trend or throwing up some thirst trap if it'll draw followers.
Catching Live Sports - the energy of the stadium after a big score is (almost) unmatched
Music? - Just music. He'll take up a new instrument for a few months. Finding and connecting other musicians on soundcloud. Live music everywhere from dive bars to Coachella. Everything is a potential source of inspiration.
Comparing LA unfavorably to Chicago - It's all in good fun. Seriously though, he's moving back next week.

Having his work completely dismissed
Drowning (never stopped him from jumping off a boat though)
Needles, he'd like a tattoo someday but....

Chuy grew up in a loud crowded house in Chicago. His father (accordion in a local band) and his mother (violin in a mariachi group) were second-generation immigrants: hard-working, frugal, and putting family first. They managed to instill those values along with their love of music in their seven children... mostly. By the time Chuy was growing up, his family had cemented itself in the community and had some money to spare, meaning they could afford to spoil the baby of the family a little bit.

While his older siblings had to help out around the house, Chuy was free to run around getting into trouble. His endless energy and impulsivity tested everyone's patience. But who could stay mad at Chuy? Sure, if his brothers had run into a shelf in the garage and knocked everything over, they might've seen the belt. If his sisters had messed with the mixing board before their dad's gig, there might have been real trouble. But when it turned out to just be Chuyito, the crowd just chuckled. He wasn't a spoiled brat though. After all, he still had his share of chores, he was never rarely just handed anything, and a lot of his clothes and toys were hand-me-downs. But he was treated with more care, and more often than not, he figured how to get what he wanted.

While the Ramos' weren't stage parents by an means, they did heavily encourage their children to take up music. Growing up with their mom singing and dancing all over the house, accompanying their parents to their live gigs at weddings and other events, music surrounded them. Between mom who knew how to stretch a dollar, and dad who knew everybody, a quality used instrument was always in reach. Some of the siblings really went all in while others kept music as a side hobby. Chuy grew up enjoying everything his siblings performed, even Dominic who actually wasn't very good. And they were always happy to give him a few lessons; the best way to learn is by teaching after all.

For Chuy's part, his attention drifted between instruments a lot, picking one up for a few months then moving on to the next in a pattern that continues to this day. It was a good thing that there were plenty of things sitting around for him to try. While he had longer and more frequent stints on the guitar and the drum kit, the trumpet was what he came back to again and again.

In his early teens he got some exposure to the sound tech at live events, between observing his father's own band as well as other groups and DJs at community events. He also got to see what went on in recording and producing when his father's band put together a small recording. He saved up and was able to buy some used equipment from eBay. He cobbled that together with some stuff from the garage into a basic DJ setup and never looked back. His ideas broadened further when he joined his older sister in messing around on production with some pirated software.

Chuy got through high school all right. His grades were nothing special, but his life outside of school was a whirlwind. He supplemented his part-time job income with children's guitar lessons and DJing high school parties (to mixed reviews). His older brother's ID got him into some clubs and venues he wouldn't normally be allowed in. Despite what a few incidents of drunken shenanigans suggested, he was first and foremost interested in experiencing everything Chicago's rich music scene had to offer.

He's since honed his craft, having skipped college to continue working on music and learning about sound engineering through the magic of the internet. He followed his sister to LA some time ago. He's scored a job as a resident DJ at a local club of decent popularity, playing hip hop, reggaeton, and electronic music depending on the night. His personal sound is house with some Latin influences... for now.

As a teenager his sister dragged him along to see We Are Your Friends... Yes, Zac Efron's character is a secret influence on his life. He's since re-evaluated that movie entirely. He doesn't have many secrets, but he'll take this one to his grave.

_{O T H E R :}

• _{He can speak Korean, English, and whatever curse words he picks up from Liliana.}
• _{Always carries a notebook with him in case inspiration strikes. So far he only has one page filled.}