Baklava

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@Snagglepuss89

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@Chasers115 LOL It's been stuck in my head, too! Not gonna lie, all of you guys picked awesome character themes. I'm so proud. *sniffle* I keep listening to Lawrence's ambiance theme because I'm pretty positive that's the chilliest song I've ever heard.

"Magic is Chaos, Art and Science. It is a curse, a blessing and a progression."

@Yen Vengerberg Welcome to the guild! :D

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@Deathmyster It's by Kezzi-Rose on dA. She's got a bunch of cute stuff.

..::Baklava's Character Codex::..

Callan Webb - Arbiter - Supergirl

"A true hero isn't measured by the size of her strength, but by the strength of her heart."

𝔸 𝕘 𝕖

17

ℍ 𝕖 𝕚 𝕘 𝕙 𝕥

5'7" , 170.18cm

𝕎 𝕖 𝕚 𝕘 𝕙 𝕥

170 lbs, 77 kg

𝔸 𝕡 𝕡 𝕖 𝕒 𝕣 𝕒 𝕟 𝕔 𝕖

"..."

Callan has light brown skin, a wide nose, large eyes, and curly, aquamarine hair (naturally dark brown, but she stays on top of her roots enough for nobody to know). She has a solid, athletic build-- certainly not an unhealthy girl though her shape distributes the extra pounds fairly well. She typically wears casual athletic wear, such as windbreakers, sweatshirts, leggings, shorts, sweatpants, and tennis shoes. On occasion, she's been known to accessorize with scarves, hats and sunglasses, but that's about it.

The closest cartoon-esque depiction of her body type I can find: [x]

A few examples of what her wardrobe looks like: [x] [x] [x] [x] [x] [x] [x]

ℙ 𝕖 𝕣 𝕤 𝕠 𝕟 𝕒 𝕝 𝕚 𝕥 𝕪

"The real world sucks... but someone's gotta save it."

Callan is a generally kind-hearted and level-headed person, though at times she can be a bit competitive. Her aversion to the limelight, however, seems to contradict that inherent desire to be MVP in those moments. This was especially true during her time on the varsity girls basketball team. Students and faculty alike were certainly familiar with the name of the rising star of Westlake High School, though she often expended little effort in reaping many of the 'benefits' that came with popularity. In part due to her own insecurities, but for other reasons as well.

Basketball aside, Callan has a clear set of priorities. Once you get to know her, Callan's schedule is an easily predictable one. Her activities outside of school exist within the realm of five categories: sleep, eating, training, TV, and video games (comedies and feel-good shows being among her favorite genres). More prone to following instructions, she might like to think of herself as down to earth, but Callan is more of a dreamer-- as well as extremely trusting. To a fault.

As a result of her upbringing and love for television shows and the heroes they depict, Callan has always thought very highly of the Precursors. She's had little reason not to. Living in a large, well-protected city like Atlanta, Callan would readily admit that she hasn't experienced much loss in her life. Seeing death and devastation on the news, Callan was always able to turn an optimistic eye towards the Precursors-- viewing their victories in lieu of tragedy.

Callan isn't necessarily an unhygienic person, but she does have a tendency to keep her space in a state of disarray. She's also got a gross habit of nibbling the ends of the cords of her sweatshirts when she's bored. Internally, and in spite of her desire to use her newfound abilities in a noble and responsible fashion, Callan does occasionally fall subject to more selfish aspirations. She is eager to please those she is close to and, at times, overly concerned with her appearance. She can be impatient and has a tendency to avoid or sometimes not even acknowledge the existence of her problems-- the stress of which sometimes rears its head in the form of subtle nervous habits.

ℍ 𝕚 𝕤 𝕥 𝕠 𝕣 𝕪

"Heroes aren't born, they're made...."

Callan has lived in Atlanta, Georgia all her life. Growing up, her family was very religious-- stemming mainly from her mother's side. It was her father's side of the family, however, that Callan had always been the closest to-- especially her Grandmother. Holidays with her parents and 14-year-old brother, Dom, were more frequently spent there as a result of familial tensions.

Since she was little, Callan has always played basketball. From expensive club teams to gear, her father ensured that she was prepped for success. Though they weren't a remarkably wealthy family, money never seemed to be an issue when it came to basketball. She possessed a remarkable talent for the game, dominating her position as a power forward and regularly leading her team to victory with stats no college scout could overlook. A promising future which would never come to pass-- though Callan has done her best to view it as more of an opportunity than a curse.

Cal discovered her powers one day after school. Fortunately, nobody was home when she lost control of her ability. Her childhood home in the suburbs was completely torn apart. Neighbors called the police right away and Cal was sedated before causing any real harm to anyone. The insurance company even agreeed to cover the damage. Or so she was told. With a tearful hug, Cal said goodbye to her parents and brother-- unsure of whether or not she'd ever see them again.

𝕄 𝕒 𝕘 𝕚 𝕔

A Girl and Her Shadow

Cal has super strength, agility, resilience, speed, and balance. She is able to lift semi trucks with relative ease, dodge or take a bullet without it penetrating her flesh more than half an inch or so, run up to 40 mph, and balance on the tip of a lamp post without batting an eye-- "the perfect soldier" as someone once told her.

All of that changes, however, when her shadow suddenly crawls out of the ground and takes on the form of a large, black stag-like creature with antlers, glowing white eyes, a long, whip-like tail, and razor sharp claws. The shadow is stronger, faster, and far more resilient than she is. She currently has absolutely no control over the shadow creature when it takes form and can't really control when it is summoned either. It tends to most consistently appear when Cal is gravely injured or experiencing extremely negative emotions (something that thankfully doesn't happen very often due to her level headedness).

When the creature manifests itself, Cal loses all of her enhanced abilities. Due to her lack of control, she prefers to avoid summoning the shadow stag monster (so far nameless) at all costs.

Maxed out and without her suppression cuff, she can PULL appx. 132,000 lbs.

Upgrade One : I Can't Do This Alone...

Cal can summon and partially control a small part of her shadow... to an extent. So far it's just an arm/claws.

Upgrade Two : Don't Run Away

Using a what are basically the equivalent of invisible, elastic reigns connecting herself to the shadow monster, Callan can partially control it. Most notably, she can send it back into her shadow when she wants.

Upgrade Three : The Ultimate Tool

Callan can now manifest Misery as a weapon without losing her superbuffs. Even with her superstrength, however, the weapon is very heavy for her to lift.

Upgrade Four : Flight or Fight

Misery can now manifest wings and fly-- Callan cannot.

𝔻 𝕣 𝕖 𝕒 𝕞

A six year old Cal sits two feet from a small box TV on the floor, huddled up in a blanket and chewing on the collar of her shirt. The rest of the space surrounding young Cal is cold and shrouded in thick fog. She is alone.

Her face is illuminated by the glow of the TV screen-- Cal sees herself on the screen, fighting tooth and nail, trying to kill a vicious monster. She watches as her blood splashes across the pavement. The monster lunges at several people with smooth faces except for wide, open mouths. Earsplitting screams ring out from the speakers. Superhero-Cal tackles the beast again... and again. Finally, the beast succumbs and Cal is left standing, triumphant. She feels an overwhelming sense of accomplishment.

The smooth-faced people crowd around her. Screaming becomes cheering. The screen is overcome with static. She sees her six year old self scrambled up to the TV, playing with the buttons frantically-- trying to get it working again. She stops and turns to face Cal-- acknowledging her for the first time.

"Can you help me?" she asks.

ℕ 𝕚 𝕘 𝕙 𝕥 𝕞 𝕒 𝕣 𝕖

As the little girl continues staring at her expectantly, Cal hears the crinkling sound of a bag of chips being opened behind her. Turning around, she sees an area of fog clear to reveal the cushiest couch she's ever seen. She sees herself sitting on the couch with a bag of chips in one hand and a remote in the other, sprawled out on with a coffee table brimming with snacks laid out before her.

The TV screen is a 60" at best, displaying the same monster as before-- only this time there is no one stopping it and the people's faces are smooth except for only eyes. The speakers are silent. With each swipe of it's claws, the people and buildings vanish until the monster stands before a smooth, empty world. The monster becomes Cal and with a wave of her hand, trees and buildings of her own design spring up out of the ground.

The Cal on the couch shifts her position and pats the couch-- beckoning Cal to join her.

𝔸 𝕨 𝕒 𝕜 𝕖 𝕟 𝕚 𝕟 𝕘

Arbiter

𝔸 𝕣 𝕞 𝕒 𝕞 𝕖 𝕟 𝕥 𝕤

xxx

𝕋 𝕙 𝕖 𝕞 𝕖 𝕊 𝕠 𝕟 𝕘 𝕤

Theme Songs

"Alright, let's do this."

"I'm not sure what I believe anymore..."

"I don't want to be alone right now."

"I'm just trying to make a difference."

"They will applaud."

"It's my turn to make history..."

"Everybody who gave up is just the fuel for wanting it more than anybody against us."

Callan's Phone

_{The passcode feature has been turned off...}

From Wisheater

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Thank you, thank you! Hopefully this makes up for my lurking absence in the OOC. I'm here, I just haven't been here. And I'm not all there, either, for that matter.

@January

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I will not be running a character right now, so feel free to post.

Additionally, Baklava will be compiling a post that links to other characters and will certainly list the GMs at the top should they create any characters, right, Baklava? 8D

_{She's gonna come in here and say "No," then list the GMs at the bottom just to spite me.}

But thanks for the reminder as I will be reserving a post beneath the characters for notable NPCs we'll encounter throughout the story so I don't have to pester Baklava all day to update that every time I throw an important Joe Buttface into the mix.

@January

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Callan Webb - Arbiter - Supergirl

"A true hero isn't measured by the size of her strength, but by the strength of her heart."

𝔸 𝕘 𝕖

17

ℍ 𝕖 𝕚 𝕘 𝕙 𝕥

5'7" , 170.18cm

𝕎 𝕖 𝕚 𝕘 𝕙 𝕥

170 lbs, 77 kg

𝔸 𝕡 𝕡 𝕖 𝕒 𝕣 𝕒 𝕟 𝕔 𝕖

"..."

Callan has light brown skin, a wide nose, large eyes, and curly, aquamarine hair (naturally dark brown, but she stays on top of her roots enough for nobody to know). She has a solid, athletic build-- certainly not an unhealthy girl though her shape distributes the extra pounds fairly well. She typically wears casual athletic wear, such as windbreakers, sweatshirts, leggings, shorts, sweatpants, and tennis shoes. On occasion, she's been known to accessorize with scarves, hats and sunglasses, but that's about it.

The closest cartoon-esque depiction of her body type I can find: [x]

A few examples of what her wardrobe looks like: [x] [x] [x] [x] [x] [x] [x]

ℙ 𝕖 𝕣 𝕤 𝕠 𝕟 𝕒 𝕝 𝕚 𝕥 𝕪

"The real world sucks... but someone's gotta save it."

Callan is a generally kind-hearted and level-headed person, though at times she can be a bit competitive. Her aversion to the limelight, however, seems to contradict that inherent desire to be MVP in those moments. This was especially true during her time on the varsity girls basketball team. Students and faculty alike were certainly familiar with the name of the rising star of Westlake High School, though she often expended little effort in reaping many of the 'benefits' that came with popularity. In part due to her own insecurities, but for other reasons as well.

Basketball aside, Callan has a clear set of priorities. Once you get to know her, Callan's schedule is an easily predictable one. Her activities outside of school exist within the realm of five categories: sleep, eating, training, TV, and video games (comedies and feel-good shows being among her favorite genres). More prone to following instructions, she might like to think of herself as down to earth, but Callan is more of a dreamer-- as well as extremely trusting. To a fault.

As a result of her upbringing and love for television shows and the heroes they depict, Callan has always thought very highly of the Precursors. She's had little reason not to. Living in a large, well-protected city like Atlanta, Callan would readily admit that she hasn't experienced much loss in her life. Seeing death and devastation on the news, Callan was always able to turn an optimistic eye towards the Precursors-- viewing their victories in lieu of tragedy.

Callan isn't necessarily an unhygienic person, but she does have a tendency to keep her space in a state of disarray. She's also got a gross habit of nibbling the ends of the cords of her sweatshirts when she's bored. Internally, and in spite of her desire to use her newfound abilities in a noble and responsible fashion, Callan does occasionally fall subject to more selfish aspirations. She is eager to please those she is close to and, at times, overly concerned with her appearance. She can be impatient and has a tendency to avoid or sometimes not even acknowledge the existence of her problems-- the stress of which sometimes rears its head in the form of subtle nervous habits.

ℍ 𝕚 𝕤 𝕥 𝕠 𝕣 𝕪

"Heroes aren't born, they're made...."

Callan has lived in Atlanta, Georgia all her life. Growing up, her family was very religious-- stemming mainly from her mother's side. It was her father's side of the family, however, that Callan had always been the closest to-- especially her Grandmother. Holidays with her parents and 14-year-old brother, Dom, were more frequently spent there as a result of familial tensions.

Since she was little, Callan has always played basketball. From expensive club teams to gear, her father ensured that she was prepped for success. Though they weren't a remarkably wealthy family, money never seemed to be an issue when it came to basketball. She possessed a remarkable talent for the game, dominating her position as a power forward and regularly leading her team to victory with stats no college scout could overlook. A promising future which would never come to pass-- though Callan has done her best to view it as more of an opportunity than a curse.

Cal discovered her powers one day after school. Fortunately, nobody was home when she lost control of her ability. Her childhood home in the suburbs was completely torn apart. Neighbors called the police right away and Cal was sedated before causing any real harm to anyone. The insurance company even agreeed to cover the damage. Or so she was told. With a tearful hug, Cal said goodbye to her parents and brother-- unsure of whether or not she'd ever see them again.

𝕄 𝕒 𝕘 𝕚 𝕔

A Girl and Her Shadow

Cal has super strength, agility, resilience, speed, and balance. She is able to lift semi trucks with relative ease, dodge or take a bullet without it penetrating her flesh more than half an inch or so, run up to 40 mph, and balance on the tip of a lamp post without batting an eye-- "the perfect soldier" as someone once told her.

All of that changes, however, when her shadow suddenly crawls out of the ground and takes on the form of a large, black stag-like creature with antlers, glowing white eyes, a long, whip-like tail, and razor sharp claws. The shadow is stronger, faster, and far more resilient than she is. She currently has absolutely no control over the shadow creature when it takes form and can't really control when it is summoned either. It tends to most consistently appear when Cal is gravely injured or experiencing extremely negative emotions (something that thankfully doesn't happen very often due to her level headedness).

When the creature manifests itself, Cal loses all of her enhanced abilities. Due to her lack of control, she prefers to avoid summoning the shadow stag monster (so far nameless) at all costs.

Maxed out and without her suppression cuff, she can PULL appx. 132,000 lbs.

Upgrade One : I Can't Do This Alone...

Cal can summon and partially control a small part of her shadow... to an extent. So far it's just an arm/claws.

Upgrade Two : Don't Run Away

Using a what are basically the equivalent of invisible, elastic reigns connecting herself to the shadow monster, Callan can partially control it. Most notably, she can send it back into her shadow when she wants.

Upgrade Three : The Ultimate Tool

Callan can now manifest Misery as a weapon without losing her superbuffs. Even with her superstrength, however, the weapon is very heavy for her to lift.

Upgrade Four : Flight or Fight

Misery can now manifest wings and fly-- Callan cannot.

𝔻 𝕣 𝕖 𝕒 𝕞

A six year old Cal sits two feet from a small box TV on the floor, huddled up in a blanket and chewing on the collar of her shirt. The rest of the space surrounding young Cal is cold and shrouded in thick fog. She is alone.

Her face is illuminated by the glow of the TV screen-- Cal sees herself on the screen, fighting tooth and nail, trying to kill a vicious monster. She watches as her blood splashes across the pavement. The monster lunges at several people with smooth faces except for wide, open mouths. Earsplitting screams ring out from the speakers. Superhero-Cal tackles the beast again... and again. Finally, the beast succumbs and Cal is left standing, triumphant. She feels an overwhelming sense of accomplishment.

The smooth-faced people crowd around her. Screaming becomes cheering. The screen is overcome with static. She sees her six year old self scrambled up to the TV, playing with the buttons frantically-- trying to get it working again. She stops and turns to face Cal-- acknowledging her for the first time.

"Can you help me?" she asks.

ℕ 𝕚 𝕘 𝕙 𝕥 𝕞 𝕒 𝕣 𝕖

As the little girl continues staring at her expectantly, Cal hears the crinkling sound of a bag of chips being opened behind her. Turning around, she sees an area of fog clear to reveal the cushiest couch she's ever seen. She sees herself sitting on the couch with a bag of chips in one hand and a remote in the other, sprawled out on with a coffee table brimming with snacks laid out before her.

The TV screen is a 60" at best, displaying the same monster as before-- only this time there is no one stopping it and the people's faces are smooth except for only eyes. The speakers are silent. With each swipe of it's claws, the people and buildings vanish until the monster stands before a smooth, empty world. The monster becomes Cal and with a wave of her hand, trees and buildings of her own design spring up out of the ground.

The Cal on the couch shifts her position and pats the couch-- beckoning Cal to join her.

𝔸 𝕨 𝕒 𝕜 𝕖 𝕟 𝕚 𝕟 𝕘

Arbiter

𝔸 𝕣 𝕞 𝕒 𝕞 𝕖 𝕟 𝕥 𝕤

xxx

𝕋 𝕙 𝕖 𝕞 𝕖 𝕊 𝕠 𝕟 𝕘 𝕤

Theme Songs

"Alright, let's do this."

"I'm not sure what I believe anymore..."

"I don't want to be alone right now."

"I'm just trying to make a difference."

"They will applaud."

"It's my turn to make history..."

"Everybody who gave up is just the fuel for wanting it more than anybody against us."

Callan's Phone

_{The passcode feature has been turned off...}

Opinions

C H R I S

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Entry A

"I don’t know much about Chris, to be honest. Well… I know almost as little as you can know about a person after glimpsing them half naked. I know he’s tallish, has white hair, turns into a dragon and has a short-temper. Whenever I see him around, he always seems to be brooding. I wouldn’t say I dislike him, but … the last thing we need is a rampaging dragon if we’re stuck in a tough situation. I think he’s friends with Siena or something, too. Which is cool and all, but I’m still a little wary.

I just hope he keeps his cool."

Entry B

"What is this guy's deal? I don't know what happened between him and Marcus, but whatever it was couldn't have warranted breathing fire all over my roommate. He better not try anything like that while I'm around. Dragon form or no, I'll make hat broody asshole think twice!

Doesn't seem like Siena's been hanging out with him anymore either. Gee, I wonder why."

S A V

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Entry A

"I don’t know anything about her. I get her killed and I don’t know a single thing. I’m so sorry, Savannah…"

Entry B

"I wonder who her parents were... what she liked to do... where she was from... Gotta try not to think about it too hard. The number of people I've failed is starting to stack up. I can't pay them all their respects. Can't use all my time for this.

It'll tear me apart, so I keep moving forward instead."

A N G E L

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Entry A

"Angelique Lachance. That name sounds familiar for some reason. Er, anyway—she’s older, I think. She’s also tall… really fit… and has a pretty eccentric style. I-in a good way! Maybe she was a model or something before she came here. I dunno.

She seems friendly. Though there’s something about her I find a little intimidating. Oh—and apparently she and Emma don’t get along. I’m not sure why…. Maybe I should ask. "

Entry B

"We never saw a body, right? She could be....

Nah. Even I'm not that optimistic."

S I E N A

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Entry A

"Siena the enigma. The more I learn about Siena, the more I'm glad she's my roommate. I know that sounds kinda corny, but... I dunno. I've never been friends with someone who lives in an estate before. Er-- lived, I guess. Shame on me for thinking all rich girls were snobby because she's not like that at all. Mostly keeps to herself. Has her nose in her reading tablet a lot.

Overall, I like her. We should hang out a bit more."

Entry B

"I thought Siena seemed the same as always, but Emma was concerned. I don't know why. She's definitely a lot smarter than me and seemed pretty capable back on the island. Enough to try and stop me... by force. Didn't work of course, but... I sure didn't like it. Ah, I don't want to think about it anymore. She said she was sorry and I was never really that mad to begin with. It's nice to be worried about, but I wish she wouldn't waste it on me.

I'm glad we're on the same page about doing the right thing though... right?"

Z O E

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Entry A

"Zoe and I have… very different views. A few examples: I think it would be a better idea to keep my arm attached to my body in the middle of combat (and, by extension, my blood). Zoe thinks otherwise. I don’t think killing is always the answer. Zoe… hell, Zoe’s almost killed two of her own teammates now. That I know of. She’s scary. And, above all, dangerous. The way I see it, it’s only a matter of time before something happens and the healers can’t fix it. And I… I just hope it doesn’t happen to anybody I know because… I don’t know if I could stop her. The school locked up Hazel for attacking her teammates, but not Zoe. So…

It kinda feels like all the odds are against me here. Probably best to just stay out of her way. "

Entry B

"I'm trying a new approach with the Zoe situation. I think it'll help. I can't stop her from melting anyone in the heat of the moment, but maybe I can do it premptively. I don't know. As much as I'd like to ignore it and pretend everything's fine, staying out of her way feels like a bad idea now. The Kusari thing was a mess and I doubt we'll be so lucky next time. I get the feeling she's aware of that. As long as we're being honest, though... I haven't been trying my best with her. Whatever problem she's going through... feels a little out of my league. I don't even know her that well.

Ultimately it falls on her to accept help, but goddamnit I don't want to see her fuck up that bad again. Get your shit in order, Zoe... I know you can do it. You're not an idiot. "

L I L Y

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Entry A

"Lily is so small and cute. She usually seems like she’s in a good mood when I see her talking to people. It’s sad to think she has to hurt herself so badly in order to use her ability. I thought Christmas had it bad.

Unfortunately, I don’t know much else about her."

Entry B

"Lily saves the day again. And again and again and again. And she never stops smiling.

It's inspiring... but I worry sometimes."

G R E G

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Entry A

"He's an aberration, he has long, pretty blonde hair, he almost took Hazel's head off and then almost had his face completely melted off by Zoe. Maybe I can relate to that, but I'd rather not think about it.

I still don't really know much about the guy, actually."

Entry B

"Another one dead. Brent and Ernie's friend, right? They're getting closer to home...."

S O P H I A

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Entry A

"I don’t think I’ve ever spoken with Sophia. Come to think of it, I don’t usually catch her saying much at all. Always seems to be hiding in the background. Maybe she’s shy?"

Entry B

"Shy or quiet, I don't know. Another person to try and keep safe."

H A Z E L

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Entry A

"Another person I don’t know very much about. My knowledge goes as far as knowing she’s Emma’s roommate, seems to have a drinking problem, and is very unstable. Unstable enough for them to stick her in a collar and room her with a therapist mage. I don’t want to misjudge her, but… she attacked her own teammates.

I don’t know. Maybe I’ll ask Emma about it sometime, but for now… that girl gives me a bad feeling. "

Entry B

"It's hard to hate someone who seems so... completely unaware. Even Emma's tulpa has more awareness! She may not remember what happened in D.C., but I do. She has no idea what almost happened. Maybe I didn't do such a good job of staying on my feet, but Misery....

Anyway, I don't know what to think. I still kind of blame her, but... I'm the one who lost to a lunatic."

M A R C U S

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Entry A

"Marcus is my roommate. Clever as he is, sometimes I wish he’d take a break from the jokes. But besides that, he’s nice and cute and funny and… uh. Anyway, he’s also Emma’s boyfriend.. But that isn’t my business. In fact, I should really try and avoid spending so much time with him. It’s not doing me any favors and Emma is a good person. She deserves this.

I’m sure I’ll just get in the way. "

Entry B

"I don't know what to do. I want to be there for him, but... that's Emma's job! Goddamnit, I'm so stupid. Ernie's right. Steering clear isn't a great plan, but... ugh. What else can I do? He's not okay right now. Marcus is my friend before anything else and he needs help.

I don't want to hurt Emma, but... Jesus, where are you and why does Determination look like your ex?"

E R N I E

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Entry A

"Y'know. I like Ernie. A lot more than I thought I would-- and I'm not sure why. He's got 'the jokes' and he's friendly. Far as I know, he's the only one that knows about my little crush on Marcus. And now-- besides Lawrence-- he's the only one who knows about the situation with my parents. I'm... glad somebody knows. And I’m glad it’s him. I’m not sure why Emma would say he isn’t boyfriend material, to be honest.

Not that I like him like that or anything."

Entry B

"One of the coolest people I've ever met, if I'm being honest. I feel like I could seriously tell him everything. He's helped me a lot, so... maybe I should. But I've been leaning on him way too much already. I want my problems to be my own. I wish he couldn't see right through me.

Then maybe I could focus more on helping him instead."

L A W R E N C E

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Entry A

"I'm glad he's okay."

Entry B

"Still okay. I haven't seen him around much, but he's still been keeping my secret. Counts for something."

S A N D E R

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Entry A

"Sander is fairytale good looking. And... kind of amazing. It's thanks to him I didn't get zapped in Wisford. And apparently he’s strong enough to rival Misery. I wasn’t too sure about that at first, but he says he’s been a mage for 5 years and he practically took down Factory all by himself. It might be a good idea to listen to him more. That being said, I still think there’s something off about his behavior.

I like Sander, but I think there's still a lot about him that I don't know."

Entry B

"Sander is still Sander. He seems a lot happier lately. I know his relationship with Christmas is supposedly going well, but wow. What a difference! Can't help but wonder how he managed to get over his Stigma troubles. Kinda doubt the remedy is love, as nice as that sounds.

He and Zoe should talk."

B R E N T

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Entry A

"Brent is like the jock honor student of our group. He always seems to be smiling and seems pretty passionate about fitness—and astronomy, apparently. Also, I think he hates me.. Can’t say I don’t deserve it… it WAS my fault, after all. He’s not so different from the guys back home. Knows how to put on a smile and hide his true intentions until the last moment. I wish he’d let me apologize, but I understand. Nothing I could ever say or do will make up for getting Savannah killed. At least one person knows that…. "

Entry B

"Hmm... I guess we're on better terms now. Though I'm not really sure how to define the terms we were starting on after Wisford. And I pretty much blew him off in D.C. so that's not great. There's something about him that I like, but there's also this weirdly uncomfortable feeling I get. Is it guilt? I don't know. Can't figure it out. He's friends with Ernie and Marcus though so he can't be all bad.

Siena and Brent seem to be hanging out a bit more lately, too, huh?"

G R A N T

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Entry A

"Although I haven’t spoken to him much, I think I understand Grant a little better now. And I feel horrible. I never see him around the school. I think he stays holed up in his room. I can’t pretend to know exactly what happened when Padma died, but… he shouldn’t seclude himself so much. I can’t help but wonder if I would’ve turned out that way if I were in his shoes. I was lucky enough to have friends to pick me up, but… I never see Grant hanging out with anyone. But I’m sure I’m the last person he’d want to hang out with."

Entry B

"He's still a hard read, but I think we had a good talk. I'm glad to see Grant out and about, too. It's comforting to know he forgives me for what I did, but he obviously doesn't forgive himself. I get that. Forgiving yourself is hard... Not saying this is the case for Grant, but sometimes I think it's impossible.

It was so cute seeing him with Tater Tot. I hope we get to see that side of him more often."

C H R I S T M A S

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Entry A

"Christmas huh... I don't really know what to think about him. Seems like he fades into the background. But, with a power like his, he really shouldn't, right? I've said it before, but I'm glad he's got someone like Sander to stick with him. They're both quiet and keep to themselves, but I bet Christmas is the sort who might get picked on without someone to be there for him. At first I thought he was just shy, but... I think he’s a little off, too."

Entry B

"I haven't seen him all week, but I think he's okay. If Sander's mood is anything to go off of. He'll be well taken care of I'm sure. "

A L L I S O N

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Entry A

"Geez, I’m pretty unfamiliar with a lot of people in my class. Allison is pretty. I wonder if maybe… that’s part of why she was staying with Kusari? I don’t know. I don’t know what happened and I’m not sure I want to. She got hammered at Angel’s party and crashed so I didn’t see a ton of her there either."

Entry B

"Don't get me wrong. I wanted to find Angel just as much as she did, but sending a four people after a boat full of powerful enemy subs with no plan isn't high on my list of things I'm okay with. We weren't even sure if Angel was taken at all and I wasn't about to lose four teammates on a hunch. I'm not mad. Nobody made me group leader, but I wish she'd be more careful. I don't remember her being this wreckless... she and Angel must have been close.

Didn't end up mattering anyway."

E M M A

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Entry A

"I’m… actually really glad I got to know Emma. In a way, I guess it makes me feel a little better about she and Marcus being together. They’re both nice and cool and friendly. I think they deserve each other. They deserve to be happy…. I’m trying really hard to get over it. Not to be jealous. When I’m hanging out with Emma, that’s almost a little easier… I think. She knows how to have a good time and it’s nice to hang out with someone so… I don’t want to say normal. Because Emma seems special to me… she reminds me a little of Gaby, but we seem to have a lot more in common. She’s like the friend I never had, you know? Okay—that sounds corny. But it’s true."

Entry B

"Always thought she had it all put together. I mean, I thought she seemed stressed lately but... man, I'm such an idiot-- and literally the worst best friend ever, too. I don't know what to do. If Det tells her... And that stuff about her sister...! I still feel like she should know. I don't want her to go through the same thing I did, but... She's gonna find out sooner or later. About everything. If I keep thinking about it, I'm gonna lose my fucking mind.

I never meant for this to happen. I'm sorry, Emma..."

K U S A R I

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Entry A

"The mystery that is Kusari seems to just keep getting bigger with no end in sight. One moment we’re talking and I think I’m starting to figure her out and the next…. I don’t know. Maybe that’s just how she is? I don’t think I’ve ever met someone so forward… and I guess I’m still trying to wrap my head around how someone as attractive as Kusari could have any interest in me. Besides that, I’m glad she’s okay. Maybe that’s stupid of me to say considering her power, but… if she keeps hurting herself like that, I think it’s eventually gonna take its toll. Uhm… I just don’t want to see her cry like that again. "

Entry B

"I can't help it. Kusari may be physically immortal, but I think it's all starting to make her a little unhinged. She's all alone in her dorm room and I rarely see her talking to people. I know she's kind of intense to be around, but... who's looking out for her? And how can I do it without leading her on? I remember what she said that last morning on the island and I can't believe she really feels that way. I keep thinking maybe I shouldn't have gone back to her dorm with her that night, but... ugh, goddamnit.

Kusari, I want to help, but... am I making things worse?"

Friendship Points

_{Disclaimer: I rarely/almost NEVER take these points into consideration when writing Callan responses. It's just for fun.}

M A R C U S
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Z O E
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Index

First Day, First Fight
Chapter 1: That's ridiculous. Of course it wasn't me.
Chapter 2: A Bloodbath, Roomies, and Resolve ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 3: Early Morning and Late Night Ride ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 4: The Middle Preparations
Chapter 5: A Perfectly Unlikely Leader ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 6: Fight or Flight
Chapter 7: Do Something
Chapter 8: It was mine. _dream
Chapter 9: Old Basketball Wisdom
Chapter 10: Just Dropping In ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 11: Déjà vu ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 12: The Chop Wizard
Chapter 13: Lily's Help ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 14: Padma ⋆ ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 15: Psalms and Heroes ⋆ ⋆

USARILN Week 1
Chapter 16: One Punch ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 17: A Penny For Your Pizza ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 18: The Jade Dragon ⋆
Chapter 19: Apologies and Pep Talks ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 20: Gym Rats ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 21: Doctor Lawrence ⋆ _dream

Chapter 22: First Day Senior
Chapter 23: The Lunch Crew Assembles ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 24: Pillow Mountain ⋆
Chapter 25: Hey mom.

Flag and Seek
Chapter 26: Multiple Scorgasms ⋆ ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 27: Facing the Pants ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 28: The Losers Bench ⋆
Chapter 29: The Losers Stench ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 30: Undignified
Chapter 31: Someone Took His Clothes?? ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 32: General Thoughts and Suggested Improvements
Chapter 33: The Dinner Crew Assembles ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆

Family Issues
Chapter 34: Between Laughing Fears and Trembling Convictions ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 35: Rematch ⋆ ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 36: Hope, Healing, and Isolation ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 37: Blame It On The Dog ⋆
Chapter 38: One Tiny Phone Number ⋆
Chapter 39: Paper Puffing ⋆
Chapter 40: Shadow Secrets ⋆ ⋆

Wisford Prep
Chapter 41: The Ocean Pokes Back _dream
Chapter 42: Breakfast Club ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 43: New Trick ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 44: Spill Your Guts ⋆
Chapter 45: More Apologies ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 46: Earbuds ⋆
Chapter 47: Farewells and Secrets ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆

Wisford
Chapter 48: The Striker Team Waits ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 49: The Striker Team Waits Pt 2 ⋆
Chapter 50: The Striker Team Strikes ⋆
Chapter 52: Callan's Second Strike
Chapter 53: Fore!
Chapter 54: Dig, Dig, Dig
Chapter 55: Bad News Bears
Chapter 56: Savannah Dies ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 57: Disarmed _dream
Chapter 58: Zoe ⋆
Chapter 59: Cold

La Plata
Chapter 60: Recovery ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 61: Reruns
Chapter 62: Is it Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Hospital? ⋆
Chapter 63: A Friendly Chat (With Zoe) ⋆
Chapter 64: Recovery and Regret ⋆
Chapter 65: Wishes of Recovery ⋆
Chapter 66: Plenty of Wishes ⋆
Chapter 67: Cold Distractions
Chapter 68: Love and Zombies ⋆
Chapter 69: Suspicions, Snacks and Sportswear ⋆
Chapter 70: Mutual Invasion of Privacy ⋆

D.C.
Chapter 71: Fancy Distractions
Chapter 72: Teenage Delinquents ⋆
Chapter 73: Revelation ⋆
Chapter 74: Wild Party ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆

Chapter 75: Dom and Disaster
Chapter 76: Recall ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 77: Fighting with Giants
Chapter 78: Hazel Loses Friendship Points ⋆ ⋆ ⋆

Zhang's Estate
Chapter 79: Missing
Chapter 80: Euthanasia ⋆

The Amigos Appear
Chapter 81: Unpleasant Uncertainty
Chapter 82: Rhohan ⋆ ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 83: Rhohan a la carte ⋆
Chapter 84: Unwise ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 85: The Ship That Sank ⋆
Chapter 86: No Excuse ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 87: Do You Feel Like A Hero? ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 88: Questions Without Answers ⋆ ⋆

Back to USARILN
Chapter 89: Helicopter Highlights ⋆
Chapter 90: Pep Talks and Toast ⋆
Chapter 91: Permission Slip Up
Chapter 92: Barely Aware ⋆
Chapter 93: How's Your Fine? ⋆
Chapter 94: Knock On Wood ⋆
Chapter 95: Misery Training Pt 1

Chapter 96: Déjà Vu ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 97: Love, Basketball, and Aliens ⋆
Chapter 98: Bad News ⋆
Chapter 99: Callan Actually Cleans Something ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 100: Nightmares and Chill ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 101: Wish Granted ⋆
Chapter 102: Pure Therapy ⋆ ⋆
Chapter 103: Empty Encouragement ⋆
Chapter 104: Will You Train With Me? ⋆

Chapter 105: Floating ⋆
Chapter 106: Secrets Out ⋆
Chapter 107: Kicked Out Of Waffle House ⋆ ⋆

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First Impressions

Art and Credits

Callan arts here!

FC: meodwarf
Banner Babies: Reis-ARTroom
Old FC: snowy-town
Playlist: @Diggerton
Sparklies #1: scourgemangastudios
Sparklies #2: piirmy

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@Snagglepuss89 I'd never actually heard it before today. xD So I asked about it and was enlightened.

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@Snagglepuss89 I literally just learned what "can't be assed" meant today.