First glances are always that kind of thing that can never be taken back - like the first smell of spring’s breeze. Much like that, Alexandros’ first impression on a lot of people(mostly those of the female variety) tend to be starstruck by the field of cornflower that has taken residence in both of his eyes. Ask anybody who has had the pleasure of meeting him, or might know his family; they’ll say that the Mossos men are known for their brilliant, cerulean pearls. Some say it’s like looking into a field of endless blue skies. Some also say it’s like watching sapphire stones being polished until they are at max shine. Whatever the case, it is undoubtedly the most prominent feature on this young man.

Like most of the men that come from the Mossos line, Alexandros has a full head of dark auburn hair. Some will vouch that it’s just a dark brown, but let’s face it! His mane is more reminiscent to firebrick than it is chocolate; though, that doesn’t mean it can’t be the best of both worlds. Especially not when they say that dark red goes perfectly with blue. Adding to that, his skin is nearly-always flawless. His pores perfectly taken care of and always kept up with. No facial hair either. Alexandros might have that wavy top, but he firmly believes - as well as his father and grandfather - that a young, rising phoenix should be as bare on the face as humanly possible.

In all that is holy, there is a certain amount of expectations that comes with being the heir to the Mossos fortune. As a result, keeping a fit body is one of the requirements that was set in stone for Alexandros. Having been kept in sports for the majority of his life, Alexandros has always been in shape. Ever since he came into puberty, he was put through various diets to see what worked and what didn’t. In those trial and error stages, Alexandros’ body was put through various phases of weight training, cardio, and core training. The result? A body not as scrawny as someone who hadn’t worked out a single day in their life, but not as beefed up as someone who worked out every single day of their life. Somewhere in that sweet spot is where you’ll find Alexandros’ above-average frame with a height not too tall but not too short; a physique that doesn’t show off too much nor does it too little, and most importantly, the silhouette of a young man with a lot to prove and even more to offer.

As much it is expected to have the body of a winner, Alexandros is also expected to dress the part. In that, Alexandros’ entire wardrobe is something straight out of a mafia film. Completely fitting since his family has ties to the Greek mafia. So, one would expect that his entire line of clothing is filled with various suits and elegant wear. Of course there are items for casual instances, but that’s only for when he goes on vacation(non party occasions mind you) and when he goes to the beach. All that aside, Alexandros undoubtedly will be wearing some kind of suit or of-equal-quality outfit whenever he’s in public. Do not expect him to be out of it for any given reason. If he’s going to school, it’ll most likely be an expensive non-suit-looking suit. If he’s going to an elegant restaurant like Ramon’s Bistro, he’ll pick his most expensive Armani. Or if even more special than that, his family’s personal tailor will do one specific for that event. Truth be told.

If Alexandros’ livelihood has given him anything it’s a sense of entitlement. Born into fame and not feeling like he had to work hard to maintain it, Alexandros is naturally arrogant. He expects people to do what he wants them to, not at all thinking that they might not see it his way. This haughtiness he grew up having has produced an overtly-arrogant dominance that would shows a completely disdainful personality - particularly towards those of a lower class. The help(as he calls them) will either come to [him] when they need money. And of course, being the good samaritan that he is, Alexandros would gladly give to charity. As long as they know their place, Alexandros has no problem giving them a handout.

His sense of entitlement doesn’t just stop at the first impressions or demanding people do what he want because of his wealth and fortune. Alexandros is by far one of the most conceited people you’ll ever meet - and he’ll be one to constantly remind you of that. This is especially true when he seeks out female companionship. If he sees someone he likes, be it the way they present themselves or whatever, Alexandros will go after them. And the entitlement he was practically born with will automatically assume that they would want to be in his presence. This, of course, will be cemented into his mind. If he gets rejected, he thinks of it as a game. He loves to play games. He finds the chase to be exhilarating. Being able to claim his prize when he finally wins gives him more satisfaction than seeing the help beg for a handout.

Chasing down some girls isn’t the only fun games that ALexandros likes to play. He also finds enjoyment in other activities that may or may not wind him in jail or somewhere unpleasant. This is because he’s a guy that likes to play fast and loose with the law, never wanting to stop. He’s someone that finds himself always “in the moment”. Most of the time, he doesn’t even think about what he might be doing could be hazardous to his health. This could either be due to his inability to think that Alexandros Mossos could possible get caught, or that he has too much fun, so that he doesn’t really pay attention to what could happen if he slips up. Whatever the case, one thing that his obvious to anyone: Alexandros is a dangerous man..

Especially to those who are around him.

While Alexandros appears a certain way, sometimes appearances are just that. Sometimes there is more that lays beneath the superficial surface. Sometimes it’s more than meets the eye. Don’t get this wrong, Alexandros is very much an arrogant, conceited, entitled douche, but every so often, when that facade wears off, there is another side that could be seen. Not everyone sees this side, for not everyone gets close enough. But push past the walls and maybe Alexandros could appear almost nice. To the few that he might hold a soft spot for, gestures of romance might be one of the new additions. But this is only after certain things happen, but specifically when he gives up the facade of appearances and is really close with someone.

It’s not an impossible feat, but prove to be interesting enough and the games might end.

Move over, Richard Davis, there’s a new bad boy in the Upper East Side - and he’s not only Greek, but also Italian. No amount of money can ever surpass that level of sex appeal. Not to mention he’s a dangerous bad boy. His family may or may not have ties to the Athen’s Mafia. How juicy. And to make matters even more mysterious, his family big money. If they could outbuy HartCorp in a secret hostile takeover, then what does that say about this fine, not-so-gentle man? I would love to find out.

But let’s dig into the life of this new outsider.

His name is Alexandros Stafano Mossos. He comes from money. His father, Baltazar Hektor Mossos is a third-generation businessman. He’s got an elegant mother, Adriana Isabelle Divale who is 100% Italian. Rumor has it she comes from a mafia familia as well. The great DiVale family of Roma. Together, these two spawned three children: Alexandros Stefano, Ava Brie, and Elias Damian. Though they are happily married(I hear the Mossos libito is genetic. Oh lalala~), they have individual business practices. Baltazar owns a chain of nightclubs throughout Europe and the coasts of North America, while Adriana owns a Pharmaceutical Company called “DiVale Pharm.” According to Forbes , the two together tally in approx 30 billion in the last fiscal year.

Talk about loaded.

Given that, the children must be well-endowed and set for life. There is no doubt in my mind, pretties, that the children only go to the finest of school. I mean come on, Upper East-Siders, Elias and Alexandros both were able to get fully-paid tuitions to both Greek High Schools and the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Though, due to the move that the Mossos family made from Athens, the latter two would end up transferring to Columbia. Though, Elias mysteriously dropped out, and hasn’t been seen in six months. Oh well, at least his brother isn’t disappointing the family. Of course, that can all change.

Last tidbits, my loyal followers: Alexandros spells bad news for the Upper East Side. My little spies say that he’s quite the womanizer. If he has his eye on you, I would be on the lookout. They say he’s an ass man and just loves the hispanic hotties. Just ask the trail of women he leaves in his wake..

Well, until then, you know you love me!

XOXO Gossip Girl

Ava’s one of those girls that can look beautiful without actually trying. Be it wearing one of her many elegant dresses or simply dressing in casual, skater-esque gear, Ava Brie can work any outfit. This is due to her slender form and good genes - the genes of DiVale-Mossos. Tanned skin with a hint of olive shades and azure mixed in with hazel green, there is hardly any error of her creation. Ava is, quite simply, a remarkable young woman with features that set her apart from her siblings. This is thanks in part to being the only daughter and getting most of her looks from her mother. It also helps that her shade of brown, which seems to hold a lighter shade of brown along with her father’s near-black color, allows her an extra layer of beauty.

Ava is average of height for her age - weight too. Her body is slender and has small amounts of lean muscles. This comes from her keeping up with her diet(on her mother’s behest). She also keeps up with her exercise regime from a personal trainer that works exclusively with her family. He travels with them, so he’s always there whenever they need him. Through that, she keeps her body toned but prefers not to appear overtly muscular. It’s not only because she can’t commit to the “advanced” training, but she has seen women who go through that and simply doesn’t like it.

Her fashion sense is spread throughout. There have been times where Ava’s been known to wear elegant dresses that would make Fashion Week models jealous and also times where they would probably just scoff at how horribly she was dressed. Of course, that comes in the form of her more casual wear. Sometimes raggedy shirts paired with pants with holes in them and sometimes she would just look like another edgy teenager(yes even the Upper Class goes through those stages). Frankly, Ava is a unique girl with a fashion sense that’s just as. It’s definitely varied and explaining it in great detail would take too long. Just know that whatever you catch her in, she’ll doubtless kill it every time.

Prior to her “teenage rebellion”, Ava, like most girls at that age, displayed mannerisms of a well-mannered girl. She was prim, proper, and practically a perfectly-raised daughter, sister, and friend. Following the cliches, she was courteous and kind to those she cares for. She was polite and knew when and when not to speak. More or less the basics of what you’d expect from someone raised in high class. However, somewhere down the line, something happened to change her. No one knows exactly what it was, but one thing was for sure: Ava was never the same girl again.

Throughout the past couple of years, while she still does try to keep up certain aspects of her preteen self, Ava has been displaying certain mannerisms that give the impression that she cares less about public and private perception. Her snide remarks have been more frequent. Her sass is more direct than it was in the past. And her sarcasm - well, let’s just say that it’s unmatched.

Ava’s attitude towards everything tends to be followed by some form of attitude. One wouldn’t say it’s sass per-se, but it’s definitely a close relative to it. Witty a lot of the times and always having something to say, Ava is definitely someone you wouldn’t want to voice her opinion of you. Regardless how you might feel about her — whether you hate or love her — Ava’s opinions are brutally honest and often hurtful. Oh, and she does not have a filter. Obscene language is as if you’re dealing with someone from Jersey. Then again, she has spent plenty of time in Jersey, so who knows? Maybe that’s where she picked it up.

Underneath all of that wit and obscene mannerisms lies something quite genuine and pure; a girl with a heart of gold and all of the love to give. Her model of loyalty is dated back to how the Mafia treats family..just without the blood is thicker than water bit. To her, if she considers you family - regardless of blood - she will show undying loyalty and affection. Her heart will be yours and she will give you everything that she possibly can. When you really get beyond the tough layers, she is simply a girl trying to find love. She has been hurt before and maybe that’s why the outer layers are so thick, but through patience(which is very hard to have with Ava), you’ll get a friend to the end. Like the song goes…

You got a friend in me Ava.

They say looks can kill but did they also say the same about with? Dear Ava, the Crown Princess of the Greek-Italian joint Mob family, Mossos, is one who has both of these things. She’s as likely to slay you with one glance as she is to put you in your place with her unmeasurable wit. How could someone so innocent-looking be so dangerous? Well, let’s look at the facts, shall we? First off, she’s the twin sister of Columbia’s resident Womaniser. The Greek God, the Italian Stallion, the Mossos Man-Meat. These are all names that have been associated with Alexandros Mossos. And Ava? What about her? Well, there isn’t much to tell in that department. Apparently, unlike her family, Ava likes to remain under the radar. Still, nothing is out of my reach. It doesn’t matter which rock she hides under, no stone is left unturned when I’m on the case.

But enough of that, let’s talk about how it was like for Princess Ava to grow up in her twin’s shadow. The great Alexandros Mossos always being talked about left and right and then you have Ava who, by all rights, was someone who just slid by. Where Alex succeeded, she also did - just not as much as her brother. Keeping a pristine reputation kept eyes off of her. Alex always made trouble left and right. She needed to make sure she was the good one. Especially since Eli loved to make things troublesome for everyone. Alexandros did too, but Eli had a way of undoing all of the proper things that Alexandros set in place. So you could imagine that Ava just tried to keep the peace.

But what was she to do when things got really bad? This isn’t just speaking about a night out and causing trouble; this is the real deal, possibly incriminating bad. Oh, poor little rich girl, what she did there..is a story for another time.

To make up for lost time, around her fifteenth birthday, Daddy’s Little Girl decided to adopt a persona of wit and sarcasm. One could say it was because she wanted to get some attention. Perhaps that was her original motivation, but this ended up proving to be Ava’s defining trait. Everyone in her family was all prim and proper in some capacity. It’s more or less like the opening to Powerpuff Girls: Sugar, spice, and everything nice. Everything you need to be perfect, but if you throw in something extra, and it really gets the buzz going. Ava is this something extra. Unlike her brothers, Ava has just a dabble of unexpected shade to throw into conversations.

Like that? Well, let’s then get into how she’s avoided getting into trouble. Yup, that’s right! Ava Brie is a good girl. Her grades reflect as much. Not only that, but even when she’s going out, she’s always in by when her parents tell her to. Though, perhaps she’s a bit too good? She might not know it yet, but my spies are onto her. We know your secrets, Ava Brie. We know about your rendezvous with your brothers’ best friends. We know about your pattern with bad boys. It’s just a matter of time before everyone at Columbia finds out too.

If you think you can escape me, Ava Brie, you best think again.

XOXO
You know you love me, Gossip Girl

At first glance, Audrey is the woman you would accuse of having a permanent case of ‘resting bitch face’. The norm are eternally pouted lips, raised or scowling eyebrows (plucked and arched to perfection) and an intense look in her chocolate-brown eyes: her most powerful physical trait. They carry a mysterious, commanding look that seems to bore into the darkest places of one's soul, and can cause you to either feel a loving warmth or chill you down to the bone. Her eternally tanned, guitar-shaped, 5'7" body sports wide hips, full, perky breasts, a slim abdomen and the signature round ass that captivates the male population of Columbia University. Audrey sports a long mane of dark brown hair, which is can be styled into soft waves or just blow-dried straight. Never will you see Audrey looking disheveled, not even waking up in the mornings. She always makes sure to have her French-manicured fingers and toes are intact. Makeup wise, she keeps it simple with soft, natural-looking colors during the day (a brown hue eyeshadow palette with a pop of color on her full lips), but breathtaking combinations for outings and social events . She walks with confidence and her head held high, hips swinging from left to right.

In terms of style, Audrey dresses like your typical rich and fashionable college student: expensive jeans, brand shoes, fashionable tops, casual dresses, skirts, sorority gear and her cheerleading uniform. Whatever is trendy, flatters her and is according to the weather, you will most definitely see her wearing. In addition, she also wears minimal jewelry and a handbag that matches her outfit of the day. She has one piercing on each ear, in which she generally wears small, delicate diamond studs. Her only tattoo -decorating right below the back of her neck- is a recent acquisition: an anchor with the words ‘Delta Gamma’ in curly, cursive lettering on each side of the arms and a heart in between the words.

Audrey is the perfect definition of a Scorpio: strong, sexy and with an incredible magnetism. Wherever she sets foot with that confidence she carries so well, heads are turned: whether it be in admiration, attraction or jealousy. Audrey is selfish to the core, a master at discreetly manipulating people for her own gain and can even be insensitive to other people's needs as long as she succeeds. Despite her negative traits, she would never betray a friend or loved one and will go to great lengths to get revenge if anyone is to cause any type of harm to them or her. Treachery is considered a sin to Audrey, and is punished gravely. If anyone makes the mistake of challenging or messing with Audrey, they'd better be prepared to be crushed completely in body, mind and spirit; because Audrey isn't the type to forgive and forget. She's a determined, committed young woman who will stop at nothing to get whatever is her heart's desire. Audrey also has a habit of judging people at first glance and excluding anyone who she thinks is below her. To those people, Audrey comes off as just another spoiled, snobby Upper East Sider, but with an intimidating aura that sets her apart from the rest.

Her friends considered her fun, outgoing, loud and extremely flirtatious. The secret part of Audrey that only her lovers get to see is a sweet, caring girl that absolutely loves to cuddle and spoil her man. She is also what they call ‘a lady in the streets and a freak in bed’, as her lovers say that her passion is truly magical due to her sexual appetite being pretty much insatiable.

In everyone’s eyes, Samantha’s as unassuming as a teenage girl can get: jeans, hoodies, graphic tees, sneakers, sweaters, shorts and the occasional tank top. The straight, chestnut blonde hair that reaches the middle of her back is always on the loose, with a straight part in the middle to hide the presence of her rosy, abundant cheeks. Green almond-shaped eyes, a delicate button nose and a pair of pink lips adorn an innocent and sweet-looking face that also occasionally features a bright, pearly white smile. Standing at 5’8”, Samantha is the owner of a lithe, delicate and petite body with small breasts, well-proportioned behind and an hourglass figure. Though at first glance her appearance doesn’t seem to say much, others who have seen her in lacy underwear would disagree and even doubt that the unassuming teenage girl is the same woman that captivates them with natural sex-appeal.

To Samantha, less is more, so in her daily life she tends to wear no makeup besides cherry Chapstick and no jewelry besides a pair of small, heart-shaped gold studs and a matching gold necklace with a small, heart-shaped charm that was a gift from her mother. However, she does know how to glam up when the occasion presents itself.

Layer I: From The Outside- The first impression one gets about Samantha Kingsley is that she’s utterly and completely talented at blending in with the crowd. She tries to remain as low-key as possible, and it has worked to her favor throughout all of her life. Sam appears to be this quiet, reserved young woman with very few friends, and there’s an aura of simplicity and innocence to her that keeps people thinking that she can do no wrong.

Layer II: From The Inside- Her mother and the few close friends Sammi has are the ones who have seen beyond her inconspicuous first layer. When you truly get to meet Sam, you find yourself spending time with a girl who’s got a quick sense of humor, a sweet, outgoing personality, and a bright smile on her face. Her close circle can vouch for how loyal, hardworking, patient and diligent she is. Even if she’s a woman of few words, you can always count on her to give you advice after listening to whatever problems you might be facing.

Layer III: From The Wild Side- Only the person who gets to be with Sam intimately will have the opportunity to see this side of her. As a lover, Samantha is this sensual, intense, passionate, loving and devoted woman doing everything in her power to please, as long as she gets to be pleased herself along the way. She’ll lure potential lovers with incredible and irresistible magnetism that you never thought was there in the first place, and the innocent and inexperienced charm could be the cherry on top of this sundae.

The first thing someone notices about Anna will undoubtedly be her eyes. Being her favourite feature, Analise's eyes are sparkling and an impossibly light shade of blue. Her eyes are large, heavily emphasised by Anna's choice of make up, and as easily readable as an open book. There is nothing Anna can truly hide thanks to her expressive eyes; it is both her greatest feature, and her weakness in a world fuelled by secrets. Her darker eyebrows are thin and arched, delicately threaded and filled to perfection. Her golden blonde locks reach her mid back in loose waves and is regularly conditioned to maintain the seemingly effortless style.

Her body is on the smaller side — her bum, frame - everything. There's very little to Analise Arnette except for her breasts — but that's not something she discusses or showcase very often. Analise stands at around 5'2", and weighing in the lower 100lb range. while short, Anna has a somewhat curvy frame, giving her body at least some semblance of feminine curves.

True to her status, Analise only wears the best clothes. While she doesn't have a particular style that she follows, the only common thing between each article of clothing is that they are of high quality. Anna also has a preference for wearing heels even in impractical situations to add a few extra inches to her short enough height. Anna has also shown a preference for adding accessories to her clothes, including her love for hooped earrings. She has no other piercings but plans to get a small tattoo on her wrist eventually.

Analise's make-up can vary on the day. She tends to stick to a flawless base and emphasising her eyes, but there are days where she can get a little heavy handed with her eyeliner. Her lipstick is always a nude shade, or light pink. Very rarely does she wear red lipstick unless it is for a special occasion — it's far too dramatic for her.

There's a certain charm to Analise Arnette that one can't deny. She emits an aura of positivity and charm that pulls people in with one dimpled smile or a bat of her eyelashes. Now, Anna isn't the type to take advantage of this, hell — she doesn't even know she has this charm to her. Instead, Anna believes herself to be a kind individual that loves to make friends no matter your clique or social status. She finds meeting new people to be one of the best experiences life has to offer, and she ensures she never has to see anybody alone or friendless with her around. This over-friendliness can be considered annoying to those that don't like to be forced into social situations, or just don't like her naively hopeful view of everything. She could also be a bit pushy with her friendship. Anna has grown up without ever being told the word "no", so Anna has yet to figure out that some people just are not interested in being friendly in return.

Speaking of happiness, it looks like there's barely any bit of sadness in the bubbly blonde, and Anna definitely takes it as a compliment. No matter the situation, you can bet on Anna always thinking optimistically and for the good of others. Altruistic and loyal to a fault, Anna will always be by your side the moment you ask for her help (or, well even if you don't, you still know she has your back). Being the people-pleasing person she is, Anna will often put the needs of others over her own, even if subconsciously. How can you be happy when your friends aren't?

However, her need to help people also has it's drawbacks. Not only can she seem nosy when all she has is good intentions, but Anna doesn't know how to say no either. Almost like a doormat, Anna will bend over backwards attempting to do the impossible, but will never expect anything in return. Her altrusitic nature may also land her into trouble — especially with people that often do not ask or want her help.

Anna's friendly nature is what makes her popular. She is kind, and helps without passing any judgement. Looking at the world through rose-tinted glasses is what helps Anna maintain her optimism and never-ending happiness. She always tries to see the good in people, thus often discarding her gut intution if she feels somebody's ill intent. She believes people that do wrong always deserve chances, and that there isn't such a thing as a truly "bad person". This can often mean she'll overlook warnings and land herself in sticky situations with the "wrong sort" in her quest of being a helpful person.

If Analise's strength is her kindness, her naivety will be her downfall.

If life has taught anything to Analise, it is to live every day to it's fullest. She lives every day like it's her last, working hard and enjoying every moment she can. She can be a bit of a risk taker, often not thinking through the consequences of her actions before acting apon them. Anna has even picked up photography as a hobby — while she is by no means a professional, Anna finds that taking a snapshot of the important, happy moments in her life would always help her get through the lower moments. These sweet moments are often pasted on a part of her wall as that document most of her teenaged life till this very moment for her to reminisce over.

With Anna, you either love her for her genuinely sweet personality, or you hate her for her spoilt naivety.

Richard Davis strikes many as a striking young man, a fact that presumes he is appealing to many -- if his “resume” of former girlfriends and flings have anything to say it is that this is generally true. Richard sets in at about 5’8” and due to a fast metabolism has little issue with his physique, a fact that is only accented by his own fitness regiments that have developed his muscles. Richard is well groomed, though even when he isn’t it seems to not do anything against his favor.

As for clothing, Rich prefers to wear higher end material but isn’t too prissy about clothes; as long as he has a buttoned shirt, casual wear, and occasionally a suit & tie to accent his expensive watch he doesn’t care too much.

Richard has grown up his entire life in the shadow of his wealthy parents, a fact that has defined his personality. Growing up the son of a wealthy real estate mogul and a successful corporate lawyer, there were “standards” to keep within the Davis legacy; something that Richard would grow to tolerate despite his discontentment with. Though he tolerated these expectations later on, he did not start as such; having vibrant arguments with his parents over his lack of freedom and choice. But if it was just independence that Richard exhibited he would be far less toxic in reality; his upbringing fundamentally creating a myriad of personality flaws that are unpleasant in nature. This includes a fiery temper that comes out frighteningly violent; created from his father’s insistence on harsh discipline during Richard’s childhood. The son becomes the father, as it is said.

Both of Richard’s parents tried to instill conservative and religious values in him at a young age; a concept that just didn’t take. Richard has found himself in opposite company of that intent calling himself an agnostic atheist and not really caring about politics in general. A fact that would frustrate his deeply religious father and card carrying Republican Party mother -- thus drawing more lines in the sand between parent and child. Despite these differences his parents still realized that Richard was quite intelligent; doing exceptionally well in the classroom despite not even trying; a fact that would only amaze them as he grew more and more independent with age. But his “natural” intelligence was not an excuse for Richard’s behaviors out of the classroom; a fact that Alexander Davis was not willing to allow going on in his household.

If anything can be classified as the most significant trait learned in his childhood for Richard it would probably be the significance and power of wealth. It became so ingrained in Richard’s mind that he found himself obsessed with money and began to inflate its value in his mind. If he was wealthy, independent, and smart he could do anything and he’d never feel so alone in the world. This extended to a tendency towards self-centered narcissism and opportunistic traits that became buried under his ability to charm, intrigue, and trick others; including women. Women became a relief for Richard, inflating his ego due to his striking appearance and thus only making his bad personality traits worse off. As he believes he is the only thing that is important he values the opinions of others lowly which results into a condescending attitude at times; though many don’t realize it due to his clever wording that he had just insulted them.

A moderately detailed bio. Explain what they're about including but not limited to:upbringing, and what brought them to The Upper East-Side. Also include what their history is like with the group. Explain how they got entry into Columbia(I.e the college we're all attending). But here is the kicker! it must be told from the point of view of Gossip Girl.

Alexander Davis -- Father, FC: Robert Downey Jr.
Janet Davis (nee. Schultz) -- Mother, FC: Ashley Judd
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Setting in at a slightly stunted height of 5’2”, what Kristina lacks in a few inches she most certainly makes up for in sheer presence. Her long blonde hair, deep blue eyes, and athletic build is something that is a bit of a west coast staple. Kristina is most definitely alluring naturally, but there is more depth beyond that alone. After years of confidence and entitlement it is clear that she has subconsciously created the appearance of someone with poise, posture, and control of a situation; even to the most ignorant of her status or identity it is clear that she generates attention and focus without the most minimal of effort. This is often accented by her natural appearance and physical build that has attracted many potential boyfriends and girlfriends.

Given her status, wealth, and own excessive tastes it isn’t ridiculous to say Kristina has “eclectic” tastes in sensibilities of style. Since she was a little girl it was always evident that Kristina was obsessed with her appearance in one form or another and as such she has gone through flirtations with many different looks and aesthetics; however, this does not mean that Kristina is particularly privy to liberal appearances as she prefers to not be as provocative as some of her idiotic “friends” who choose to gallivant half-naked when they are allowed to. You will seldom see Kristina in shirts or blouses that stop before they hit her waist and the only large portion of skin you should expect to see from her is her legs due to her penchant for skirts and dresses.

Kristina tends to prefer wearing her hair neat and down with various styles depending on what she is privy to at a given time. However, there are many times where she resorts to a tight ponytail as an alternative to her general preference—athletic activities, swimming, and formal occasions for example.

Forged by a childhood of idolization and emulation, Kristina’s manner can be attributed and compared to her parent’s distinct personalities and ideologies. A fact that depending on who you ask has turned Kristina into either an pretentious two-faced diva with daddy issues or a clever and bright young woman who represents her parents at their best; both descriptions being correct in their own way. Ultimately, Kristina is defined by her intelligence and whether that allows those around her to view her as pretentious or pseudo-intellectual is entirely up to them; but they’d be wrong to dismiss Kristina so quickly. Whereas many of Kristina’s siblings were born into the world with the ability to create and express, Kristina was born into it with the ability to think and perceive. A fact that has in time created a young woman who knows she is smarter than others around her and in turn acts like it despite the consequences of her peers resenting her for it. But such resentment is expected when with all the work into studying for Kristina to simply do it without even putting much effort into it. In a way it can be disheartening and somewhat infuriating to see a classmate succeed in such a way, especially when Kristina bluntly states that it is just a fact that they are not as smart as her to their face. But Kristina isn’t stating it to hurt her classmates, she is saying it to state a fact, because that is all it is to her.

But logic and blunt honesty isn’t always the best approach, but Kristina cannot comprehend the idea of telling anything but the truth. If people cannot deal with the truth then that is their problem. A perspective that is in doubt one she drew from her father since she was a child. Even to Kristina, he didn’t cushion blows or tiptoe around the facts. Honesty is the most important thing in communication, because if you are twisting it to protect another’s feelings than you are weak and cannot take the truth or deal with it. Whilst her father’s lessons in Kristina’s childhood never specifically told her that lying is a coward’s tactic it was one that Kristina most certainly developed as a byproduct of her comprehension of what he was telling her; and it was one she was never corrected on.

Much like her mother, Kristina has little patience for incompetence; though this also extends to the point that Kristina has no patience for those who talk out of their station and in combination with her aforementioned honesty would be clear to others that they really aren’t worth their salt and shouldn’t be talking to her. This would not be simply limited to her peers but also would include even family or at least those that are non-existent or distant; especially if they would attempt to lecture her or correct actions and attitudes she has exuded. If her family were to intervene in her life they would have to be ones who have the right to in her mind. To some this would be a trait that attributes to the impression that Kristina is a pompous diva, but such opinions wouldn’t affect her in the slightest as such opinions don’t matter unless it comes from people who do.

Witnessing incompetence, sensitivity, and deceit are rather large triggers for Kristina and to those that know her know that she has a temper that few can withstand. Whether it is loud and violent, patient and methodical, or sassy and dismissive it is very much clear that Kristina has a temperament that few enjoy tolerating. It is said that when Kristina believes she is scorned or betrayed she will ensure that there will be a reckoning that the culprits would never have experienced before in their life. This vicious and overzealous anger lends to Kristina’s methodical and tactical mind as she plans out her entire elaborate revenge quite cohesively -- thus hinting that her innate intelligence goes far beyond academic applications.

But Kristina is not simply determined by a personality of fire & ice, as evident by the actually caring side of her personality that she does actually have. She’s sympathetic towards others, loyal to her friends, and uncompromising in her personal ethics. Whilst these are aspects are ones that are earned rather than given, Kristina is still amiable towards people and not entirely anti-social; in fact, some would say Kristina is the opposite. It is clear that when Kristina is being kind that it is no façade in the slightest and is in actuality a show of genuine affection. Ultimately, Kristina refuses to be a delinquent, fool, or incompetent. It simply isn’t in her vocabulary.

Kristina Dubois… where do we even begin with this one? Notorious ice queen. Insensitive. Perfectionist. Control freak. Ruthless. Not to mention the most likely to be passive aggressive bitch. If Audrey Huntsberg is the wicked witch of the east, dearest Kristina is no doubt coming in on a broomstick of her own from Silicon Valley.

Straight out of some prep school I’ve never heard of, Kris comes from big money; and when I mean big money I mean big money. But that’s a given with a man like Gerry Dubois being responsible for Kris’ whole world. Everyone who has even the slightest clue knows Gerry is the man who founded Hyperion Technologies in the eighties in opposition to Bill Gates and Steve Jobs. A time where geek definitely wasn’t chic.

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Gérard Dubois -- Father, FC: Brad Pitt
Helena Dubois (nee. Åkerfeldt) -- Mother, FC: Charlize Theron

Grayson is fairly tall at about 5’11”. One of his most defining features are his black glasses that give him a somewhat geekish look that hide the handsomeness stemming from his Mediterranean roots. He has brown hair of a moderate length that is groomed for the minimal amount of time needed to be considered presentable. His eyes are a dark brown.

Grayson prefers simple jeans and shirts, though the branding reveals at least some form of financial comfort. His body is slim, but definitely not scrawny. Despite his nerdly looks and attitude, his composure and expression make him look more confident than he is in actuality.

Grayson is the very definition of reclusive. He is usually found on his own, and interacts very little with people. He isn’t particularly people-shy, but mostly just uninterested in others and unwilling to deal with people if he doesn’t have to. He tries to avoid the masses more than really trying to avoid conversation in general. Simply put: He usually leaves it to people to seek him out than the other way around. As such, usually only people talk to him when they like him or need him. He can engage in and enjoy conversation as much as anyone, but he gets bored of small talk rather quickly. He needs some intent or intellectual meaning in those infrequent talks.

Though he isn’t much of a people-person, he usually doesn’t shirk from helping those who need it. He is very skilled with all matters of technology and his skills have been demonstrated many times. He tries to stay on everyone’s good side, or at least on nobody’s bad side. He is usually rather reserved emotionally. Nobody can recall having seen him either very happy or very angry.

Hello Upper East Siders! Gossip Girl here! Today we have a very rare occurrence for you all! Sarah Radley has been seen talking to Grayson Moyer at the third floor study lounge. Does one have a soft spot for the other? Or is someone desperate enough to ask the most reclusive (but definitely also the most skilled) computer geek in Columbia for help with a broken hard drive? Send me all you’ve got!

Oh c’mon people! All I’ve got in the last 24h was “Who the heck is Grayson Moyer?” Well, IT students may perhaps know him as the guy consistently having the spot in the back of class, when he’s actually there. The rest of you might have seen him tapping away on a laptop anywhere in Columbia. His location is almost random, really. Besides that, all we really have on this mysterious young Italian-American is that he is apparently going to take over his family’s business in California when he’s done. Are we missing any juicy details? Be sure to share them with us. Don’t be a stranger ;)
XOXO,
Gossip Girl

Ophelia’s biggest selling point is definitely her face, with features (thankfully) inherited from her mother. She’s a pretty picture with large, greyish-blue eyes filled with expression accompanied by slim, full lips decorated with only a little bit of lipstick. She keeps it very light in terms of make-up. Her hair is a dark brown that reaches just short of halfway her back.

Ophelia has a very slim figure featuring narrow shoulders and a rather small chest on the upper side. Her hips are just as narrow, though she features a more well-defined bottom than one would expect. Her waist is small, as expected, and gives the impression of someone doing regular , mildly intensive exercise. She is a decent 5’5” tall.

Ophelia’s clothing style is all over the place, and usually a fairly good indication of how she is feeling that day. Her wardrobe is filled with a good mix of professional, casual, cheerful, seductive and somber. Though all clothes definitely fit the typical rich girl fashion. Jewelry is matched to the outfit. She has several pairs of earrings, and always wears these. Necklaces are a rarer sight, and usually only reserved for the best outfits.

Ophelia is well known for her good-natured personality. Kindness and calmness are the keywords. It’s hard for anyone not to get along with her usually cheerful and friendly attitude. She has no problems making friends around Columbia. However, her greatest asset is definitely her composure. She is capable of staying calm and steady seemingly no matter the situation. Her expression can be as unflinching as a statue and her voice filled with the authority of a queen, indicative of someone with enough self-confidence to take on the world. As such she can demand the presence, attention and respect that you’d expect of someone that had to fight for it when surrounded by six other siblings. Ophelia is anything but a pushover, which makes her friends and enemies alike.

Though she is kind and definitely willing to help or cooperate, she will make it no secret that she puts herself before anything else. That is not to say she is unable of helping someone, she just expects there to be a favor in return. However, she isn’t the type to deceive or cheat people despite that selfishness. She has a certain meticulousness that guides her actions. You always know that whatever she does, she has an ulterior motive to come out better in the end. These motives can be as simple as a new useful contact for her professional network, or they can involve much greater benefits. Ultimately, she has her father’s business sense.

Ophelia knows how to divide casual and professional. That is to say there is the confident, professional woman that will get very far in this world, and then there is someone who can enjoy a good party. Friendliness and company are valuable to Ophelia. With friends her cheerfulness and light-heartedness truly shines. She is not much for gossip, but can still make for great banter. She’s the type to flirt when flirted to, but don’t expect much more than that until you’ve entertained her for a date or two.

Finally, Ophelia is direct, honest and very unapologetic. She has very little tolerance for drama, unfairness and bullshit. On many occasions this has led to arguments and the ends of friendships. Along with that, she can bear a grudge until the end of time, and anyone cheating her can expect to pay dearly.

Spotted: Columbia’s newest arrival: Ophelia Bergman. Fifth out of seven siblings, but only half alike the prior four. That half is good ol’ daddy William Bergman. Will, oh Will, business magnate of the highest order. Rumor has it that he has been messing with his second wife for seven years when Ophelia came around, while it is very well known the first one died four years before that. Silly ol’ Will, you really can’t stop yourself when it comes to the ladies, do you? It is too bad that, even though you are so well liked amongst the ladies, your own children can’t stand you at all. And honestly, I can’t blame them.

Alas, poor Ophelia. You had to suffer through the countless hours of tutoring, training and whatnot. The old man demanded as much perfection from her as he did from all other children. A tyrant’s folly, that had lead the four older siblings to abandon the family when they left for college, never to return to the parental home like birds flown out forever. (Though no sibling would deny that their father’s Spartan methods weren’t somewhat successful in shaping both their mannerisms and successes in life.) Now young Ophelia is the next one to join the heritage. The youngest bird to have flown the nest so far.

And now here she is! Our newest student of Law. Surely we will hear a lot more of our cheery student at gossip girl. Will she have princes fight over her? (Do know, Ophelia dear, that Danish princes are horribly out of fashion.) Or will she go mad and just drown herself in her studies? Okay, lame jokes aside, be sure to give this princess your warmest welcome!

XOXO,
Gossip Girl

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Watch out, Colombia! J.J. Reyes is here to make the basketball division worth watching again—or at least, that’s what the word is on campus.

Dr. James Reyes -- Father, FC: Idris Elba
Bariah Reyes (nee. Smith) -- Mother, FC: Genevieve Nnaji
Maya Reyes -- Sister, FC: China Anne Mcclain
Lakisha Watts -- Friend, FC: Keke Palmer
Makayla Parks -- Friend, FC: Logan Browning
Steve Lowe -- Friend & Teammate, FC: Austin Butler

With a wiry, waif-like frame and a laid back demeanor, Elizabeth Ainsworth does not appear to be reminiscent of her affluent background, or at least that is what first impressions would allow. As a British pop sensation with successful tours in Western Europe, Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom since the age of fourteen Elizabeth has been afforded a worldly experience that has allowed her a degree of freedom in her emotional and physical expression. As such the London-born teenager has experimented with a myriad of hairstyles, fashionable attires, and presentation; she can go from well-poised and picturesque to casual and relatable at a moment’s notice with little blunders. Though, Elizabeth’s vast familiarity with styles can seem irrelevant depending on certain circumstances and habits.

As per Elizabeth’s current situation, she appears healthy yet not as bright and sunny as she was prior to her breakup with James Rousseau. As a newly attending student at Columbia University in New York City, Elizabeth has taken on a different approach to her appearance due to her desire to keep her move to the United States as quiet as humanly possible. This includes a more simplistic fashion sense as she settles in to her newfound residence prior to her transference to Columbia. But for how long Elizabeth can “keep it together” remains to be seen.

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Do my eyes deceive me or is that Elizabeth Ainsworth? My, my, my. Reliable sources have confirmed that I have 20/20 vision and that, yes, British pop sensation ‘LIZA’ has arrived on the scene here in New York to minimal applause. It’s truly shocking that she almost got away with it. Almost.

Richard Ainsworth -- Father, FC: Phil Collins
Victoria Ainsworth (nee. Attenborough) -- Mother, FC: Emma Thompson

Yousef is by no means the most attractive looking guy in Columbia, but he still has a certain boyish charm to him that some may find cute. His dark brown hair is thick and shaggy, framing his long face in a centre part. The uneven chops suggest Yousef likes to handle the regular barber sessions by himself with his own trusted pair of scissors. His eyebrows are thick and unruly, and his brown eyes are almond shaped. If you look closely enough, you could even see the laugh creases in the outer corners of his eyes because this boy loves to smile.

Yousef dresses for comfort. Not only can he not afford the lavish clothes like some of his peers in Columbia, but he is a big scrooge when it comes to money. His clothes are old, but well maintained to last for a while. His closet mainly consists of jeans and sweats, things he can mix and match and wear for different occassions, sans fancy outings. Yousef is a tall guy, standing at a respectable 5'11 when not slouching, and has a fairly muscular frame that he keeps maintaining through a strict diet and regular weightlifting sessions. The basketball games helps keep him in shape too.

Ah, spotted: Yousef Tarhan. Where do I begin with this boy? Law major on a scholarship, best friend to Benjamin Arnette and... Well, that is all we really know Yousef by. We do know a lot about his mother though and I suppose I can guess the rest. How interesting could this boy really be?

My sources tell me that Yousef Tarhan's mother is the Mehek Tarhan, personal assistant to Cassandra Arnette. Sound familiar? Dear Yousef is the son of the assistant employed by the Arnettes. Now that is how you make friends with the rich and famous. Benji and Yousef were the same age, so it was only a matter of time before the boys became the best of pals. Could you imagine the information mother and son know about the Arnette's? Oh, I can feel myself get excited!

But it's too bad Mehek is not the assistant anymore. Dear mummy was let go after twelve years of service, but I just can't find any details. Interestingly enough, Yousef even dropped out of the private school the Arnette's had enrolled him into as thanks for Mehek's services and enrolled into a public school far from bestie Benji. I wonder what happened there?

Yousef is a smart cookie. Good grades, good boy, what more could a girl want? Apparently a lot. I have absolutely nothing about Yousef's love life. Does it even exist? Nothing in high school and nothing here... do I smell a bachelor, ladies?

And speaking of here... here we are in present day, seven years later and besties are back together once more as roommates in Columbia University. How lucky is that? It appears that there was no bad blood between Benji and Yousef because they are best friends once again. However... now that Benji has been MIA for a few months, I wonder what Yousef has to say about that...?

Will Yousef give us the details? I suppose I just have to be patient...

XOXO, Gossip Girl.

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Absent-minded, quiet, and distant. That's who Ghost is, at a glance - a passive individual who keeps his head down and focuses on himself, rather than anyone around him. The "only speaks when spoken to" type, who knows all the answers but doesn't care to say them. His social skills seem lacking, with his only input to conversations being silent observation and an occasional nod or expression of agreement. Perhaps that is why he has not yet found anyone to truly call a friend at the university; the closest thing to being liked arriving in the form of team-based classroom activities, where he can fill in the answer sheet while his teammates sit back and relax. If anything, he's more likeable when he's not talking, given the only times he utters more than a short phrase are him reprimanding people for giving the wrong answer. Some could consider him competitive when it comes to the actual school part of "Drama University" (his own words), but he doesn't necessarily have a motivation. The drive behind his excelling is simply his own vague idea that if he gets good grades, whatever divine being that exists will bestow upon him a goal for him to chase; a break from the monotonous life of being invisible.

In reality, Alex is quite the opposite. While this is a side reserved only for his friends, should he eventually get any, the usually quiet and unassuming demeanour he displays is swapped out for a quick-talking snark machine. Humour is one of his best talents, so when in the comfort of those he considers close, he will spare no opportunity to display it. His words are interwoven with jokes, puns and sarcastic remarks, oftentimes being in offensively large supply. On the other hand, emotional support and all things heartbreak are things he obviously lacks in, instead hiding all his personal problems behind the goofy demeanour of a hopeless romantic, and attempting to cheer people up that way, too. Of course, he does make attempts to offer sympathy and express his care for those he truly does care for, but sometimes said attempts are best left unattempted.

From a distance, Cesar looks like a caramel skinned short boy. Up close and personal the first thing you notices would be his sea blue eyes. Cesar embodies the short baker look, from his 5'9 height to his small build and baby face. He has no outstanding marks or scars, not a single tattoo or piercing, and make-up is out of the question. He sticks to his normal semi-low haircut, keeps the curls in place and makes him look clean all around. Cesar is an affordable fashion advocate, he loves to take his long coats, ripped or old shirts/jeans, and those clearance rack finds and puts them to good use in a plethora of ways. Most can see him rocking his homemade jewelry (no piercings of course), long coats, bolo ties, the works.

In any setting, Cesar will always find a way to look the most comfortable in the room. It's just the aura that he carries as if he is living at a slower pace. When he is out and about there is most likely some kind of sweet in his hand, a mess on his back, or a littler of papers in his arms. At home, he hates constricting clothes, mostly opting for lose joggers, big sweatshirts, muscle tees (even though he has none) and the classic skin and boxers. During work, he is usually covered in flower, and wearing some kind of apron, not really one to clean himself up before moving on to the next project. To summarize, Cesar is messy and comfortable, not really one to stress what he wears or how he carries himself.

If there are two words that described Cesar it would have to be comfortable and warm. Not that warmth like its cold outside, that warm like everything is just right. He is not too cold, not too hot, just right, Cesar is that guy you meet behind the counter and want to spill your life story to because he gave you a comforting smile. He loves to just sit and listen, watch and learn, never really one to go out and cause problems (because he feels like drama is waste of time). Life for him is that warmth, he is a simple guy so he says what he means and how he feels upfront and doesn't layer his words with endless meanings and devices. In his mind, if it's not as simple as baking then something is wrong. Taking life in warm strides have made him the emotional type, he will cry at a sad part of a movie, show his excitement for something he loves. This has made him an honest person because its hard to lie when he wears his emotions on his sleeve.

If Cesar had a spirit animal it would be a sloth: warm, cuddly, and relaxed. He always tries to make sure he is gonna be as comfortable as possible, no matter the situation. In class, you want to sit next to him, while he is at work you want to watch him work, he even makes yoga look as good as its supposed too. This mentality leads him to bump heads with others on how to deal with things, Cesar wants to do it his way (because that's the best way). For all his chill he has some bite, he rolls his eyes and talks mess under his breath, Cesar has a way of making sure you know that he does not like you even if he won't come out and say it.

At first glance, Christine appears to be cold and calculating, her expression always one that leads people to believe this. Her strong case of "resting bitch face" gives her a somewhat unfriendly air though she doesn't mind that it puts people off. Dark, thick locks of hair cascade down her back and curls around her youthful face. You'll usually see her with light brown hair, however, as she prefers to dye it. Her skin is the color of peanut butter, and speckling her nose are freckles that are a darker brown than her skin. She'll usually cover these freckles, as well as any other blemishes, with a thin layer of concealer and foundation. She has a prominent nose and full lips that always look poised to speak something important. But her most compelling feature is her piercing brown eyes that can change from affection to aversion without notice.

Being a very beautiful young woman, Christine probably could have been a model if she were not so short; she stands at just five feet and three inches tall and weighs in at around one hundred-thirty five pounds. Christine carries herself elegantly with good posture, long confident strides, and her head held high. Due to this and her love of high heels, she often looks taller than she really is. Despite her height, she is quite long legged and relatively curvy. Her mother always told her that she inherited her wide hips and large bust from her grandmother. She is also very toned and athletic, spending a good portion of her time in the gym and jogging around campus in an effort to slim down a bit more.

When it comes to her fashion sense, Christine and always dresses to impress. Her style can best be lumped in with urban-chic or street wear fashion. She has a talent for putting an interesting twist on what she wears, mixing high-end and low-end effortlessly. She likes to look her best everyday, and usually spends an hour or two each morning making sure that there's nothing out of place. It's rare to see her in a state of disarray as she believes that she should always look prepared and presentable. As far as jewelry goes, Christine is always blinged out. With her flashy necklaces, rings, and bracelets, she can make the most basic and minimalist outfits look like they belong in a fashion editorial.

Despite her unfriendly appearance, Christine Benson is actually a genuinely friendly young woman. On the surface, Christine proves to be a very energetic and lively person. Despite her resting bitch face, when she's with her friends, she is rarely seen without a goofy grin on her face. She can be described as the bright ray of sunshine in a group, always trying her best to make others happy whether it be by giving them authentic compliments or cracking jokes. Many of her friends also describe her as adventurous and spontaneous; she's usually the one trying to get people to step out of their comfort zones and try something new.

What most people don't realize, however, is how little they actually know about Christine. She has a tendency to be a bit "two-faced," and is great at socially accommodating when around different groups of people in an attempt to be liked by everyone. Some call it "fake," while Christine just calls it adapting. Christine does not like to talk about her own personal life, instead preferring to hear about the lives of everyone else. She cares a lot about her overall image and physical appearance. Being the health nut that she is, she enjoys spending a lot of her time working out and trying out healthy recipes. She is also a vegan, and can sometimes be a bit annoying when she tries to convince her friends to quit their meat-eating habits.

Underneath all of the compliments and goofy smiles, however, lays a young woman who has a whole lot of insecurities that she desperately tries to keep covered up. From the freckles on the bridge of her nose to the wideness of her hips, Christine Benson is self-conscious. She often finds herself envying or detesting other women, even some of her friends, because they have things that she does not whether it be the perfect body or tight-knit family. She is also a bit of an instigator. Being the observant and manipulative young woman she is, she has become very good at hearing things that she probably shouldn't and spreading them around without drawing any attention to herself. Instead of being at the center of the drama, Christine prefers to egg it on a bit and play "puppet master" solely for entertainment purposes.