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-====== Leilani ======
+====== Matthew ======
-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.
+Matthew is a 20-year-old business major who believes responsibility defines a person. He is disciplined, punctual, and overly serious for his age. Matthew wants success, security, and respect—but struggles with vulnerability. He dislikes emotional messiness but cares deeply about those close to him. Matthew’s arc explores emotional discomfort, honesty, and learning that control isn’t everything.
-**Background**: African American, politically engaged and active in numerous student organizations. Former tennis state champion.
+**Background**: African American, raised in a modest, supportive family. Although he’s a high achiever in business school, he’s still navigating his social identity and self-confidence.
+**Major**: Business, with interests in entrepreneurship and finance
+==== Key Traits ====
+  * Responsible, structured, logical
+  * Awkward in emotional situations
+  * Helpful but stiff
+  * High achiever
+==== Motivations ====
+  * Success and stability
+  * Clear expectations
+  * To support others in practical ways
+==== Fears ====
+  * Being seen as incompetent
+  * Emotional vulnerability
+  * Losing control
+==== Important Relationships ====
+  * Breanna — academic connection, tension
+  * Beau/Eric — slight frustration
+  * Deepak — mutual respect
+==== How to Write Him ====
+  * Precise wording
+  * Short, direct sentences
+  * Avoids emotional language
+  * Offers solutions instead of empathy
-**Major**: Political Science and Art History
-**Role in Story**: Leilani is the player’s orientation guide and first friend, acting as
-a welcoming figure and mentor during the player’s first semester. Her storyline explores themes
-of leadership, advocacy, and resilience.