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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.
Background: African American, politically engaged and active in numerous student organizations. Former tennis state champion. 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.
Key Traits
- Empathetic but assertive
- Values honesty and accountability
- Calm, observant, emotionally grounded
- Thinks before she speaks
Motivations
- To help others confront harm without shame
- To build healthier relationships in her community
- To create spaces where people feel seen and safe
Fears
- Causing harm unintentionally
- Being misunderstood as “too harsh”
- Losing trust with friends
Important Relationships
- Breanna — holds her accountable with care
- Ji-ah — mutual emotional support
- Charli — shares activist tendencies
How to Write Her
- Speaks with clarity and purpose
- Uses reflective questions (“How do you think that made her feel?”)
- Soft tone but firm message
- Doesn’t escalate conflicts