Realistic or Modern ( * MELODY HILL / SHEETS.

[neverlandeds]

melody hill

!

i'm so good with you ♡

int. check

cs

ooc

the sheet

...

Melody Hill Resident​

Character Name:

Pronouns:

Core Identity: (In a few words, who is your character at their heart? e.g., "Quietly observant," "Fiercely protective," "Grumbling but kind")

Primary Connection to Melody Hill: (What is your character's main role or contribution to the town? This often ties into their crop/trade but can be broader, like "The town's storyteller" or "The one everyone goes to for advice.")

Habits & Quirks: (What are some small, distinctive things your character does or says? These add flavor to your portrayal. e.g., Always hums a specific tune, has a habit of whittling, uses old-fashioned sayings.)

What Matters Most: (What are your character's core values or priorities within the context of Melody Hill? e.g., The well-being of their family, the health of their crops, upholding tradition, the quiet peace of the town.)

How They See Outsiders: (What is your character's general attitude towards people not from Melody Hill? Curious? Suspicious? Welcoming but wary? Indifferent?)

A Secret or Unspoken Understanding: (What does your character know or suspect about Melody Hill that isn't common knowledge? This could be a personal observation, a family secret, or a hunch.)

A Source of Friction or Loyalty: (Is there a particular person, tradition, or aspect of Melody Hill that your character either clashes with or feels fiercely devoted to?)

Something They Take Pride In: (What skill, possession, or aspect of their life in Melody Hill makes your character feel a sense of accomplishment?)

A Subtle Need or Longing: (What quiet desire or unmet need might your character harbor within the seemingly self-sufficient life of Melody Hill?)

First Impression You Make: (How might other residents initially perceive your character?)

---

Melody Hill Newcomer​

Character Name:

Pronouns:

Reason for Being in Melody Hill: (Be specific! What brought your character to this particular, out-of-the-way place?)

Initial Expectations vs. Reality: (What did your character imagine Melody Hill would be like, and how does that compare to their actual experience so far?)

A Skill or Perspective That Stands Out: (What unique ability, knowledge, or way of seeing things does your character bring that is different from the residents?)

Moments of Confusion or Misunderstanding: (Describe one or two instances where your character's unfamiliarity with Melody Hill's ways led to awkward or insightful situations.)

A Resident Who Has Made an Impression (Good or Bad): (Who among the locals has your character noticed or interacted with significantly, and what was that interaction like?)

Something You're Trying to Understand About Melody Hill: (What aspect of the town's culture, history, or way of life is currently puzzling or fascinating to your character?)

A Personal Goal Related to Being in Melody Hill: (Beyond just surviving, what does your character hope to achieve, learn, or experience during their time in town?)

A Vulnerability or Insecurity in This New Environment: (What challenges or feelings of inadequacy does your character face as an outsider in Melody Hill?)

A Lingering Tie to Their Past Life: (What person, place, or memory from their life before Melody Hill still significantly influences their thoughts or actions?)

How You Hope to Be Seen by the Residents: (What kind of impression does your character want to make on the people of Melody Hill?)

the members

...

open

resident

A long-time resident is Melody Hill in many ways. They are a living embodiment of its history, its rhythms, and its unspoken rules. Their identity is deeply intertwined with the land, their family's legacy within the community, and the cyclical nature of their agricultural life. They carry the weight of tradition, often possessing practical skills honed over generations and a nuanced understanding of their neighbors. Their roleplaying should often center on maintaining the established order, navigating the subtle social dynamics built over years, and perhaps grappling with the slow pace of change or the rare intrusion of the outside world. They might be protective of the town's secrets, possess a quiet wisdom born of experience, and react to newcomers with a mixture of curiosity and cautious reserve. Their actions and dialogue should feel rooted in the familiar patterns of Melody Hill, even when faced with the unexpected.

open

newcomer

A newcomer is a disruption and a point of potential change within the established fabric of Melody Hill. Their roleplaying revolves around observation, adaptation, and the inevitable friction or integration that comes with being an outsider. They bring a fresh perspective, potentially challenging long-held assumptions or introducing new ideas (whether intentionally or not). Their journey will likely involve learning the intricate social codes, proving their worth or intentions to the wary residents, and finding their place (or deciding they don't belong) in this self-sufficient community. Their interactions will often highlight the differences between their past experiences and the unique realities of Melody Hill, leading to moments of confusion, discovery, and perhaps even the slow forging of connections. They are a catalyst for exploring the town's hidden dynamics and the resilience (or resistance) of its traditions.

♡coded by uxie♡

 

[ZetaMushroom]

HIRO ACOSTA​

CHARACTER NAME: Hiro Acosta


PRONOUNS: He/they


AGE: 22 (Birthday: Fall 3)


HEIGHT: 170 cm


CORE IDENTITY: Reserved and a kind loner at heart


PRIMARY CONNECTION TO MELODY HILL: Florist, works mostly with flowers and a few plants. He’s the one everyone goes to if they want to make a sweet gift or mourn a dear one that left them. He doesn’t talk much but is always there for everyone.


HABITS & QUIRKS: Always observes people quietly. It might seem like he’s not paying attention to a conversation happening next to him, yet he always ends up listening. This way he knows lots of stuff about people and what is happening to them. When people talk to him he stares into people’s eyes to make eye contact, yet when he’s the one talking he always looks away (he struggles a lot with eye contact). He also always ties his hair in two ponytails, it’s almost impossible to see him with untied hair.


WHAT MATTERS MOST: To him, his work is the most important thing, as well as the quiet peace of the town and being able to spend some time alone during the day. Since he became the last member alive of his family about 3 years before, he promised himself to keep the family job going. It also really helps him distract himself from negative feelings and thoughts.


HOW THEY SEE OUTSIDERS: He’s pretty indifferent. As long as they don’t disturb the peace and quiet of the town, he’s going to be chill.


A SECRET OR UNSPOKEN UNDERSTANDING: Since he was a child, he always used to believe the myths and stories his grandparents would tell him about magical creatures hidden in the forest. Growing up he found himself spending hours in there, secretly hoping to spot one. Even if some may find this childish, he puts a lot of faith and belief into myths and old telltales.


SOMETHING THEY TAKE PRIDE IN: His work and passion. He loves what he does, knowing lots of information about flowers and seeing people’s smiling faces as he talks and creates bouquets brings him a deep sense of accomplishment.


A SUBTLE NEED OR LONGING: Since he became the last and only member of his family a deep feeling of “missing something” absorbed him. Despite it not being a crushing feeling, it still affects him, making him both feel and become more lonely. He spends even more time by himself, especially in the forest and sometimes the graveyard. Sometimes he wishes he could feel like he belong there as much as he did when he was younger.


FIRST IMPRESSION THEY MAKE: At first they might perceive him as indifferent and always annoyed because of his serious resting face and quiet attitude.

I made all the drawings ​

 

[DuckPrince]

Character Name: Glen Moorhart

Age: 26 (Birthday: Spring 6)

Pronouns: He/They

Reason for Being in Melody Hill: He wanted a quiet, calm place to be able to do what he wanted to do while managing his stress levels. It was also admittedly one of the cheaper fixed-upper places in the countryside that wasn't a step away from collapsing.

Initial Expectations vs. Reality: Glen expected the residents to be a lot more opposed to new faces. Unlike the cold welcome or outright ignoring that he expected, the residents came across as nice to the point that it felt a bit unnerving to him.

A Skill or Perspective That Stands Out: Glen was a talented English rider who majored in veterinary science with a minor in agriculture.

Moments of Confusion or Misunderstanding: As much as Glen tries, bless his sweet little anxious heart, he cannot for the life of him remember names to faces after a single meeting. He has either called someone the wrong name or entirely just not said anyone's name for a solid several run-ins until he was solid on calling their name. Glen wears a big floppy sun hat because he has a mild undiagnosed sun allergy which makes his skin break out in blisters if exposed to too much direct sunlight even in winter.

A Resident Who Has Made an Impression (Good or Bad): Glen enjoys the atmosphere and nature of the Maxwell farm. The couple running it seem nice and he has the most in common with them to talk about in conversation.

Something You're Trying to Understand About Melody Hill: When Glen told his great-aunt about where he was moving, she said their family, the Moorhart, were originally from there but Glen has a hard time believing that so he hopes to find some proof that it was all made up.

A Personal Goal Related to Being in Melody Hill: Actually make some friends and be able to take a breath and go a day without getting anxious.

A Vulnerability or Insecurity in This New Environment: He is extremely afraid he'll fail at his dream or that he'll be hated and have to leave because it'd get so unbearable being isolate. A small part of Glen is also worried the residents will think him bizarre or strange because of his piercings, neck tattoo and heterochromia (his right eye is green while his left is soft blue).

A Lingering Tie to Their Past Life: Glen was married before moving. He managed to divorce him and get away quickly but in the process also had to give up his precious 17 year-old gelding Shrimp.

How You Hope to Be Seen by the Residents: Glen hopes to come across as nice and happy to have a conversation. Approachable.

 

[Inkage]

​

✎𓂃Prudence Easton ✧˖

Welcome a (not NEW new, but recently new) resident

(Picrew link) https://picrew.me/en/image_maker/134965

Pronouns
Masculine (He/Him)

AGE
30

Birthday
Winter 12


HEIGHT
176 cm


CORE IDENTITY
Well meaning, but on occasion condescending and highfalutin.

Habits & Quirks

1. Prudence is decently pale, because he spends more time underground than above.
2. Prudence has a habit of carrying a notebook and pen with him wherever he goes.
3. Prudence sometimes spends large amounts of time staring at a thing that has caught his interest. On his first day in town, he spent about 2 hours sitting on one of the moving boxes in his house, just staring at a painting of a daisy the last occupant had left behind.

Reason for Being in Melody Hill
Prudence has always lived in North Frenchri, ever since he was born. His family is nothing special; his Father was an author but never a very successful one. Prudence himself tried to make it as an author for a while, but his books never really sailed off the ground and eventually he found himself to be at the bottom of his wallet. So while ignoring his money problems in a library one day, Prudence read all about North Frenchri's old Topaz caves, and he could not help but be enthralled by the idea of precious material just sitting in there and begging to be unearthed and sold. He's always admired gems, after all, and the mines weren't really owned by anyone, so why shouldn't he profit from them? Prudence thus moved into Melody Hills, using the last of his money to buy some basic equipment for his endeavors. Now he digs up gems all year, and takes them all to the city at the end of every month, selling them to a company that makes jewelry.

The work is a bit more dangerous than he expected, but he's gotten used to it. He might look gaunt, but Prudence is surprisingly hardy! At least he's not broke anymore.

Initial Expectations vs. Reality
Prudence initially did not give a single flying ruby what the town was like; he only chose to live there to be near the mines, and for the cheap real estate. But Melody Hills is growing on him, as he seeps in the culture and participates more and more in what the town has to offer, and so Prudence has turned his thoughts to how the town might become 'better', unaware that he might be trampling on the toes of older residents.

Also, Prudence underestimated the potential dangers in the mine. All the old, collapsed tunnels mixed with the lack of light resulted in one or two injuries before he learned to be more careful.

A Skill or Perspective That Stands Out
Prudence deeply appreciates the value that the Topaz Mines could have for Melody Hills, and he is a huge advocate for the town using the mines again. In his perspective, Melody Hills could be so much more than a small village if it would only start mining again. Some older residents view this as pretentious, since Prudence hasn't been living in Melody Hills for long.

He is also a skilled poet (Or he likes to think so). If he's not spelunking down in the mines, he's usually just standing around somewhere and writing about his surroundings.

Moments of Confusion or Misunderstanding
Prudence clashes with certain long time residents because he believes that the town could and should be bigger. He doesn't entirely understand the heritage and deep roots the town has, and does not see eye to eye with the older residents because of this.

A Resident Who Has Made an Impression (Good or Bad)
Prudence and Keith have established something of a partnership- that is, Prudence goes down into the mines and brings raw materials like iron, in exchange for things from Keith- tools or food. Sometimes money, but not often.

Something You're Trying to Understand About Melody Hill
Prudence is trying to understand why the residents are happy to live such humble existences, with nothing changing much. He doesn't view their current lifestyle as sustainable or fulfilling, at least not in the financial sense, and fears that he'll eventually have to move if the town gets too destitute.

A Personal Goal Related to Being in Melody Hill
Prudence wants Melody Hill to start mining again, so he and they can all live prosperously. If he doesn't fulfill this goal, he thinks the town will eventually stagnate into nothingness.

He has not considered any other possible way to get the town going, as he's had great personal success in the caves.

A Vulnerability or Insecurity in This New Environment
Prudence is very opinionated about the mines. He is also a bit sheepish about the fact that he came to Melody Hills for the gem profit, and not for any deeply personal feeling of unfulfillment in the city. Thus, he is jealous of the passion most of the long term residents have for their tiny little hamlet and envies the deep personal connection they seem to have with it. This is partially why he advocates for change; so he can feel like a part of the community.

A Lingering Tie to Their Past Life
Prudence hasn't really let go of his old habits in life. He laments his inability to become a full time author, and misses the various amenities that they had in the city. Furthermore, he feels conflicted about what he wants to do in the long term. Prudence is unsure whether he wants to stay in Melody Hills for life, at least not if it stays the way it is, yet at the same time he can't help but feel charmed by the character of the town itself. His most recent, and proudest works, have all been written in and about the Hills!

How You Hope to Be Seen by the Residents
Prudence says he doesn't care, but on a deeper level, he actually appreciates Melody Hills and its people quite a bit. Under his bravado, Prudence wants the residents to understand that he's only concerned for their future.

All is from dirt
We are dust, and buried in the dirt at death
Crops are brought forth from the dirt
Even beauty is from dirt. What can match a ruby in luster, after all?
All is from dirt
-Prudence
.𖥔 ݁ ˖ ✦ ‧₊˚ ⋅​

 

[tar.afe]

placeholder post < 3

 

[Corvidae Blue]

Still working on mine, will add it here soon :]

 

[Possibly_Pufferfish]

Character Name: Mikayla “Mika” Elliott.

(Character made in a game called SuitU)

Age: 27

Height: 180 cm

Pronouns: She/Her

Core Identity: Resourceful and and outgoing


Primary Connection to Melody Hill: Poultry/ Ave farmer on her family's farm


Habits & Quirks:

• Makes constant eye contact when talking to others.
• She compliments people on the insignificant details of them rather than more noticeable ones. (She thinks such compliments mean more.)
• She’s often seen feeding birds in the area and is actively trying to befriend a local group of crows.
• She enjoys making new things from old, she sometimes asks other residents for old or discarded items for her DIY projects.
• She loves being outside when it’s rainy.

What Matters Most:
To her, becoming your own person matters the most, even if that means returning to your roots. She feels change is necessary and adventure is the ultimate form of self healing.

How They See Outsiders:
She’s friendly towards outsiders but not entirely open at first.


A Secret or Unspoken Understanding:
She feels that the mysterious tower on the edge of town has to be magical, and (based on a book she read as a kid) the crows have something to do with it. She has no actual proof of this and has said nothing about it since she was a child but she’s determined to figure it out.
Her family has superstitions about the Topaz mines and is strongly against anything related to them.


A Source of Friction or Loyalty:
She is both loyal and rebellious against her family's traditional ways of staying put. She left for college and moved to the city for a few years but returned after her mother got ill and needed more help around the farm. Her love for her family and her need for freedom is a constant battle in her mind, she often gets frustrated and dismisses the topic if it comes up.

Something They Take Pride In:
She is very proud in her DIY projects, she often crafts and fixes things around her family's farm, and also makes jewelry in her free time.


A Subtle Need or Longing:
She wants to see the world and experience all forms of life, she feels horrible for wanting to leave her family behind but she can’t shake the feeling that there's more to life than just this small cozy town.

First Impression You Make:
She may come off as a bit overbearing and nosy but she really just wants to get to know you.

 

[Yunn]

LOTTIE

TWENTY FIVE // NEWCOMER // FALL 2

• a
• a

• 1
• 
  

  Character Name: Charlotte Liszt
  
  Pronouns: She/Her
  
  Reason for Being in Melody Hill:
  This isn't her first time coming to Melody Hill. In her third year of university, she, along with other members of the travel club, decided to camp in Moondrop Forest for the New Year. The club typically held an outing every season, and she was one of the members who participated in the majority of them. However, despite the countless club outings afterward and a few solo trips after graduation, she could not forget the sight of Melody Hill out of her mind.
  
  She could clearly remember how her professor had recommended this small town in the middle of nowhere. hours away from the closest major city, Melody Hill was an ideal spot to stargaze. It was also the time when the majority of the members were graduating the coming spring. With the thought that it was the last time for many, everyone freed up the last three days that year to see the New Year's sunrise together.
  
  During their stay, they had minimal contact with the townsfolk. Their professor had informed the mayor about their outing prior to their arrival. Being quite experienced, their group had prepared everything they needed, leading them with no reason to go into town. On the night before the New Year, she saw smoke coming from the direction of the town. Curious, she decided to check it out. There, she witnessed Emberwake, the town's year-end tradition.
  
  Although she couldn't understand why some were crying and some were dancing joyously, she could tell how close the townspeople were and how they genuinely cared for each other. People tend to long for things they don't have, and the sense of community she briefly experienced in Melody Hill had stirred her heart. She always felt like she didn't belong. At home, she always felt like an outsider, and her current university life was ultimately temporary.
  
  Before the trip to Melody Hill, she had accepted being a visitor in every place and everyone's life. After graduation, she had planned to travel the world with no end in mind. But now, more than anything, she's realized what she really wants is a place to call home.
  
  
  Initial Expectations vs. Reality:
  To be completely honest, Lottie had thought it would only be a matter of time to fully integrate herself into the slow, rural life of the town. Back when she had visited for fun, she had thought town life wouldn't be so difficult, and she could live her cottage-core fantasies.
  
  However, transitioning from city to rural life was more arduous than she had expected. She greatly misses things she took for granted in the city, such as next-day shipping, food delivery, and basic transportation.
  
  She had also miscalculated how some residents thought of outsiders. Although the relationships are amiable, it can't compare to those who they've known each other their whole lives. She also hadn't expected for some to not be in favor of the town's development.
  
  
  A Skill or Perspective That Stands Out:
  She majored in photography in college. Her original plan after graduation was to become a travel photographer. While she currently invests most of her time in developing the campgrounds, she has a sign on her door saying she offers any type of photography service, such as family portraits, weddings, etcetera.
  
  She was drawn by Melody Hill's close-knit community, probably due to its small population. However, it was only after living in town that she realized it was in dire straits. The number of residents was alarmingly concerning to her. Although the town is primarily self-sufficient, what is going to happen if a natural disaster strikes or if the town's crops become struck with diseases or pests? The amount or lack of facilities and amenities in town is another reason she can't sleep at night. At this rate, many of the younger residents will leave for the city for better opportunities, and when that happens, what will happen to the elderly?
  
  At this rate, the town might not exist in a few years, and its culture and traditions buried forever. With this fear in mind, she has become quite an advocate in developing the forest as well as the other areas surrounding it.
  
  
  Moments of Confusion or Misunderstanding:
  Given how she wants to develop Moondrop Forest, she's been in and out of the forest, sometimes even making camp overnight. She totally didn't get lost. What is she, a child? During her trips, she takes pictures and marks some notable areas on her map.
  
  She's also made an effort to study the flora that grows in the woods, leading her to multiple trips to the clinic. More often than not, her curiosity gets the best of her. But hey, she keeps Dr. Martin busy. However, since the matter is a little embarrassing, she tells Dr.Martin to keep her trips to the clinic a secret.
  
  
  A Resident Who Has Made an Impression:
  She was surprised that despite the lack of facilities, the town ran a program for troubled youth. Hearing how some youths in the farm have similar and most likely worse situations than her own, she's visited the farm multiple times. Sometimes, she chats with the youths, but more often than not, it's with the owner of the farm, Dean Oliver. After a few conversations, she's grown to respect him and his efforts to help the youth. She's mentioned that if the farm needed anything, she'd be happy to help.
  
  
  Something You're Trying to Understand About Melody Hill:
  She's trying to understand why such a small little town has piqued her interest so much. Compared to the city, there are many inconveniences. Stores aren't open 24/7, there's no 1-day delivery, and many facilities are lacking or missing, so what makes this town so special to her and others that makes them stay?
  
  
  A Personal Goal Related to Being in Melody Hill:
  Ultimately, she hopes she can find a home in Melody Hill. She wants to be a part of the tightly knit bond the townsfolk have with each other.
  
  Falling in love with the town's culture, Lottie hopes to have others experience it as well. While the idea is still in its preliminary stages, Lottie has grand plans for developing an official camping ground in Moondrop Forest that allows visitors to experience the nature surrounding the town. With this plan, she also wishes to contribute to the town financially.
  
  
  A Vulnerability or Insecurity in This New Environment:
  Growing up, she had no difficulty in making friends. Rather, there would be many people who wanted to be friends with her, whether it was because of her background, looks, or skills. That given, now that she's in a place where no one cares about that sort of superficial stuff, she's realized how tough it is to start a conversation with others.
  
  
  A Lingering Tie to Their Past Life:
  Her relationship with her family isn't exactly the best. She grew up with her mother until she was seven. Since then, she's been cohabitating with her birth father along with a step mother and their 2 half children.
  
  Despite her father's attempts, she never opened up to him, much less the rest of the family. She wanted to cut ties whenever she went to university, but it wasn't that simple. Now, after all this time, she's decided she might as well take advantage of their relationship. With his money, she bought some land for her endeavors, and the log cabin she currently resides in was at his expense. In exchange, she promised to call him monthly.
  
  
  How You Hope to Be Seen by the Residents:
  What Lottie hopes is to be seen as a fellow townsfolk! She hopes one day there will be a time where she'll be able to gain their trust and vice versa.

  2

  .

FC // RIKU BY TAMIMOON

云 / YUNN

 

[poolrooms]

grant schuler / 24 / he/him

delivery man

ex mechanic

resident

placeholder

♡coded by uxie♡

 

[Minteafresh]

carpenter

Carter

• xxxBASIC INFORMATIONxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
• xxxBACKSTORYxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
• xxxNEWCOMERxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
• xxxEXTRA NOTESxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

• quietness

  maturity

  skills

  laziness

  “

  ”

  Alani calls me 'mad responsible' and said I 'look like I know where my birth certificate at.' No idea what that means.

  Name

  Carter Haynes

  Nicknames

  Car, Carti

  Gender

  male

  Pronouns

  He/Him

  Sexuality

  pansexual

  age

  twenty eight

  Birthday

  Winter 7

  Appearance

  Carter is a dark skinned male with equally dark brown hair, often pulled out of his face and styled in dreads. He has naturally lidded gray eyes that give a tired expression. He has some facial hair that he keeps neat, and a scar on the right side of his face.

  Personality

  
  A stark contrast to his younger, more animated sister; Carter is calm and collected. With a constant straight faced expression, it's impossible to tell what he's thinking. He's a very reserved individual as well, so he very rarely opens up either. His tendency to keep to himself means that not too much is known about him, other then what he shares. Which, as you'd expect, isnt much at all.
  
  Of course, he's not completely closed off like one might assume, he just expresses in a very limited way. It's only really easy to tell if you've known him for a very long time, and if he's comfortable around you. People he's comfortable around will often get more in terms of expressions and words, even if he isn't as animated as most people.
  
  Despite his quiet demeanor, he's not rude about it - and is actually quite polite and well mannered. He knows how to pick his words, and can make impactful statements with very few of them - much to the surprise of many.
  
  Carter is a very mature and responsible man, with a good head on his shoulders. He works hard for what he needs, and is the type to not be frustrated by things going awry. Instead, he rethinks, re-plans and then returns to whatever it is that needs his attention; making him an impressive problem solver. And, considering his profession as the carpenter - it's a very lucky thing that plays into his strengths.
  
  When it comes to strengths, one of his greatest weaknesses is how he doesn't like asking for helping. In the past, this was often used against him in a play of incompetence, so he's very hesitant to accept help of any kind. He's very much so a 'youtube tutorial' sort of person who would rather look things up rather then get help. It's not so bad though, as he has learnt alot which helps him in his job.
  
• Backstory

  
  The firstborn of his parents, Carter was a kid who was made to grow up fast. Even though his parents willingly had him, they didn't really anticipate how difficult a baby could be. Crying, changing diapers, teaching right from wrong, looking after him . . . it wore them out. And they grew irritated; taking it out on him. They'd snap at him quickly, be angry when he needed something and blame him for their savings getting drained.
  
  It's all they ever talked about really, all he ever heard growing up. He was told constantly how horrible of a child he was, and how he needed to make it up to them by being good since they took care of him. School for him was hell, every test needed to be perfect - even on subjects he struggled in. Studying took up majority of his time, and his social life took a swan dive, followed quickly by his mood. He grew closed off and distant, irritable and exhausted.
  
  He felt trapped, and it all festered until he eventually had a fight with his parents. Despite everything that he did, they didn't see reason and just blamed everything on him. He packed up and left home - able to move in with an older friend who lived alone. He struggled through his last year of highschool since he needed to take a job to pay rent, and just barely got through it. College was out of the question, and he initially opted to taking a gap year.
  
  Things smoothed themselves out for a bit, though life wasn't perfect. The apartment he lived in wasn't in a good place, and it had alot of problems. He taught himself how to fix majority of the things, where he found that he was good with his hands. This turned into him teaching himself alot of things, picking up a side hustle with the other residents who needed things repaired.
  
  Eventually a few years down to line, his younger sister Alani needed a place to stay. He let her live with him, though it was a pretty cramped situation. When he heard of Melody Hill, he figured it was a solid place to start anew - cementing himself as the carpenter in the place.
  

  Relationships

  Alani Haynes

  
  His little sister, and a big ball of energy. They're polar opposites, yet get along well. He cares deeply about her, even if he calls her a nuisance all the time.
  
  
  

  name

  info
  
  
  

  name

  info
• Newcomer

  Reason for being in Melody Hill

  He needed to start somewhere fresh, as well as give his sister a better life. It was a big leap, but one that he considers worth it.
  
  
  

  Initial Expectations vs. Reality

  Coming here Carter didn't hold too many expectations, and embraced it with an open mind. His only desire was to find work, and that's been plentiful for him, so he's satisfied.
  
  
  
  

  A Skill or Perspective That Stands Out

  Carter is great with his hands, and knows alot. He can mend fences, repair broken appliances and install things. He's also a quick and efficient worker, cementing himself as a reliable person within a few months of coming to Melody Hill.
  
  
  

  Moments of Confusion or Misunderstanding

  None really. There's been a few learning curves when he first came as to opening times and the like, but he managed to adjust quickly.
  
  
  

  A Resident Who Has Made an Impression

  tbd!
  
  

  Something You're Trying to Understand About Melody Hill

  He hasn't been here for a full year yet, so all the traditions and stuff are certainly interesting - even if he's not entirely interested in partaking in them. Of course, his sister drags him along regardless.
  
  
  

  A Personal Goal Related to Being in Melody Hill

  Start anew and fresh. Keep an eye on his sister and make sure things go good for her. That's all he wants, and it's not entirely going bad yet, so hes hopeful.
  
  
  

  A Vulnerability or Insecurity in This New Environment

  Ever prepared for the worst, he's entirely ready for something bad to happen or go wrong here. It's a nice place and all, but does anything ever stay nice forever?
  
  
  

  A Lingering Tie to Their Past Life

  At most, his sister. He cut contact with his parents and only really talks to a few of the friends he had before he moves. He didn't really keep anything personal when he came here.
  
  
  

  How You Hope to Be Seen by the Residents

  A dependable carpenter. That's it really. He's not a guy to go making friends left and right, nor talk a whole lot outside of business - he lets his work speak for itself.

  
  
  
• Extras

  Note 01

  One day during repairing a fence, Carter met a stray dog who was clearly hungry and afraid of people. He never planned to adopt them, until he did. Her name is Chex, since her fur reminded him of the cereal. It's been determined that she was a fighting ring dog who must've been dumped, and she's a pit mix.
  
  
  

  Note 02

  Carter gets his hair done by his younger sister - Alani. She's very good at it, though the first few tries when experimenting were....well he wore a hat.
  
  
  

  Note 03

  Carter is a mean cook. You need something grilled? Hit him up, he will get it done and you'll never turn back.
  
  
  

  Note 04

  A very keen fisher, and enjoys a nice day with the ol rod in his hand. It's very quiet and that's just how he likes it.

code by Nano

 

[Minteafresh]

hairdresser

Alani

• xxxBASIC INFORMATIONxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
• xxxBACKSTORYxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
• xxxNEWCOMERxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
• xxxEXTRA NOTESxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

• enthusiasm

  maturity

  loyalty

  good vibes

  “

  ”

  Trusting the process to get me to where I need to go.

  Name

  Alani Haynes

  Nicknames

  Lani, Ali

  Gender

  female

  Pronouns

  She/Her

  Sexuality

  pansexual

  age

  twenty two

  Birthday

  Spring 16

  Appearance

  Alani is a dark skinned female with green eyes that hint towards a soft and playful nature. She stands at 5'6; and often wears an impish grin or lax expression. Her hair is her most prominent feature, for it constantly changes in color and style. Though as of now she's sticking with salmon pink braids, often pulled down into low hanging buns.

  Personality

  
  Alani is a very animated and free spirited person. She likes to do things that she likes, and is unapologetic about it. Her life is hers to live, and what's life without a little fun?
  
  Your stereotypical young adult, Alani has yet to settle into a mature mindset. She's still on the high of being a fully fledged adult, all excitement and very little responsibility. This makes it so that some see her as somewhat immature; but that couldn't be further from the truth. Granted she can be a bit childish, but it's mainly her bright personality shining through. For her, she can't help but get giddy with excitement when she's really happy - much to the annoyance of quieter folk.
  
  She's a very well meaning and welcoming individual, one whose personality shines in social settings.Her job resolves around her having good communication skills, which shows even when she's not at work. She has a natural affinity for people, able to make others feel welcome and at ease in her presence. She's very friendly and not afraid to strike up conversations. She navigates them with ease, a fish in the water even around topics she doesn't know much about.
  
  Of course, she does have a few less then ideal habits. One being her tendency to hold onto grudges and be petty. When someone wrongs her, she finds it incredibly hard to forgive and forget. Which, is one of the main reasons she's here. Even so, learning a lesson about right from wrong isn't easy - though Alani tries to not devolve into bad habits again.
  
  When it comes to her profession as a hair stylist, Alani can do it all, and usually without much trouble since she's been doing other people's hair since she was sixteen, and her own for far longer. In that aspect, shes very confident in her abilities and will flaunt end products proudly - any hate will be shut down.
  
  On a more personal note, Alani has all the points of a good friend. She's down for anything, literally anything. Nothing is too much for her if she loves someone; and her closest friends know this. A people's person, she feels at her best when she's with her friends and surrounded by people she loves.
  
• Backstory

  
  For Alani, she was the second child. The one who got the overbearing strictness from her parents on what to do. How to act. Who to be. And heaven forbid she was like her brother, lies twisted in her head from a young age about how terrible he was.
  
  Despite her parents efforts, Alani did not become perfect. She became sneaky. Faking pictures of where she was at? Going to parties in the middle of the night? Skipping school? Cheating on tests and lying that she passed? She did it all, anything you can think of. She got caught up in the thrill of the wrong crowd, of the freedom that her parents restricted. The spark of who she wanted to be was stoked into the flames of bad ideas and encouragement.
  
  It all took a bad turn when a guy she was dating at the time cheated on her too. It was an ugly breakup that started with him, and ended with her. Ended with her putting fireworks in his car at night specifically.
  
  Despite one of her 'friends' snitching to the guys parents, charges weren't pressed. It's probably because of some blackmail that she had that would've ruined their reputation. Even so, her parents weren't happy to sweep things under the rug like she was. Things blew up - and she eventually left home to move in with her brother. Eventually, when he went to Melody Hill - she did too.
  

  Relationships

  Carter Haynes

  
  Aside from her parents who she has a bad relationship with, Alani has an older brother named Carter. He's the reason she's where she is today, and she appreciates him heavily for it. She can often be found bothering him when the two are together.
  
  
  

  name

  info
  
  
  

  name

  info
• Newcomer

  Reason for being in Melody Hill

  She moved here with her brother, the decision being 20% hers and 80% his. She trusted that Carter would make a good decision, and followed him faithfully. As for why shes following him in the first place, she completely blames her ex.
  
  
  

  Initial Expectations vs. Reality

  Maybe she's been watching too many small town movies, but she absolutely imagined some dusty town in the middle of nowhere with tumbleweeds and dry roads. It's definitely a lot nicer then she thought, and pretty too. If only it had a mall...
  
  
  
  

  A Skill or Perspective That Stands Out

  Alani is an aspiring hairdresser who aims to help more people be able to creatively expression themselves through hair. She also doesn't believe in traditional norms like blindly respecting your elders or gender norms.
  
  
  

  Moments of Confusion or Misunderstanding

  A city girl at heart, it'll take Alani some time getting used to hearing actual roosters caw, and the general harvest and grow time. In general, she's still adjusting.
  
  
  

  A Resident Who Has Made an Impression

  tbd!
  
  

  Something You're Trying to Understand About Melody Hill

  Despite living a life or fun shopping trips and spa days - shes actually really interested in farming. There's something really neat about crops, and she fully intends to pester longtime residents about tips and tricks so she can grow things on the side.
  
  
  

  A Personal Goal Related to Being in Melody Hill

  Her biggest dream is to open a salon where she'll do people's hair. Her brother has largely helped make that happen with his carpenter skills, so she's pretty much there! She just needs to build up a consistent clientele
  
  
  

  A Vulnerability or Insecurity in This New Environment

  Not being well adjusted as many long time residents suck, and she also finds herself struck with the occasional bout of homesickness and missing her friends back home. It does lead to some gloomy days, and she'll mope.
  
  
  

  A Lingering Tie to Their Past Life

  She keeps a few gifts and trinkets she got from her friends, which are largely kept in a box in her closet. Looking at it is bittersweet, and often has a rollercoaster of emotions following.
  
  
  

  How You Hope to Be Seen by the Residents

  Alani wants to be seen as trustworthy in the regards of them trusting her to do their hair. She's not a people pleaser and doesn't expect everyone to like her, but she definitely hopes to make some long lasting friendships here with people who have good vibes.

  
  
  
• Extras

  Note 01

  Alani has a pet long haired tuxedo cat namee Mr. Fancy Pants. It's been shortened to Mr.Pants however, sometimes Pants.
  
  
  

  Note 02

  Alani loves affection. She throws her arms around friends, and will greet them with hugs. She's also a huge ride or die for friends, where the law becomes a suggestion.
  
  
  

  Note 03

  She's very keen on self expression, and her hair is how she does it. She always encourages others to do the same, no matter how crazy it seems.
  
  
  

  Note 04

  The salon has a speaker system and tv for lots of entertainment. She tries her best to make clients as comfortable as possible. Her scalp massages are legendary, and she's put a few people to sleep with them.

code by Nano