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| ====== Leilani ====== | ====== Jose ====== |
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| Leilani is a thoughtful, justice-oriented 20-year-old who often finds herself in situations where she must balance empathy with accountability. She grew up navigating complex cultural dynamics and learned early on how to mediate conflicts in her community. She is deeply invested in fairness, emotionalhonesty, and helping others grow—even when that means tough conversations. Leilani becomes a moral center in Episode 1, guiding players to reflect on their own choices. Her strength lies in compassion mixed with firmness. | Jose is a 21-year-old Cuban American student who is charismatic, community-oriented, and proud of his heritage. He is protective of those he cares about and often steps into leadership roles subconsciously. Jose values loyalty, family, and cultural pride. His story explores responsibility, identity, and navigating cultural expectations. |
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| **Background**: African American, politically engaged and active in numerous student organizations. Former tennis state champion. | **Background**: Cuban American, born and raised in Miami. Jose is proud of his Cuban heritage and has strong ties to his family’s traditions. He is friendly and quick to make connections but can be stubborn, especially when his beliefs or values are challenged. |
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| **Major**: Political Science and Art History | **Major**: Political Science |
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| **Role in Story**: Leilani is the player’s orientation guide and first friend, acting as | **Role in Story**: Jose is a strong-willed, passionate student with a deep sense of cultural pride. His storyline explores cultural identity, resilience, and navigating personal beliefs in a changing social environment. |
| a welcoming figure and mentor during the player’s first semester. Her storyline explores themes | |
| of leadership, advocacy, and resilience. | |
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| | ==== Key Traits ==== |
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| | * Confident, charismatic |
| | * Warm, loyal |
| | * Community-driven |
| | * Strong values |
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| | ==== Motivations ==== |
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| | * Taking care of others |
| | * Upholding cultural pride |
| | * Being a dependable friend |
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| | ==== Fears ==== |
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| | * Letting people down |
| | * Losing cultural roots |
| | * Appearing weak |
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| | ==== Relationships ==== |
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| | * Sofia — shared cultural understanding |
| | * Beau/Eric — friendly energy |
| | * Matthew — mutual respect |
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| | ==== How to Write Him ==== |
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| | * Warm tone |
| | * Friendly teasing |
| | * Emotionally grounded |
| | * Mixes humor with seriousness |
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