Baptiste | 20 | 5'11" | Male | Haitian-French | Gay Fashion Design Major Dramatic and razor-witted, Remi is the group's powerhouse. He carries an air of superiority and zero tolerance for disrespect, often acting as the primary enforcer of their intimidating reputation. While his tongue is sharp and his critiques brutal, it is a shield for a deeply affectionate heart. Fiercely loyal, he spent his childhood designing clothes for his friends. Beneath the haute couture and attitude lies a protective soul who views his chosen family as his greatest masterpieces. Appearance: Mahogany skin, a sharp jawline, and an athletic build. He pairs meticulously styled hair (fades or braids) with a mix of avant-garde Parisian chic and bold Caribbean accents, always completed with signature silk scarves or silver rings.

“Nic” Kavanagh | 21 | 6'5" | Male | Italian-Irish | Pansexual Veterinary Medicine Major Stoic and reserved, Nic is the group's anchor. A man of few words, he prefers observing and protecting over leading the conversation. While his exterior is a fortress, he is incredibly gentle with animals and his six closest friends. He avoids drama, but possesses a quiet, absolute authority—a single, low-toned "Enough" is usually sufficient to silence any room. He is the silent guardian, noticing when a friend is struggling long before they ever say a word. Appearance: An imposing presence with broad shoulders and a rugged Italian-Irish build. He has a squared jaw, deep-set eyes, and short dark hair, typically dressed in durable flannels, worn denim, and sturdy boots.

“Zeph” Nakamura | 19 | 5'6" | Nonbinary | Japanese-Brazilian | Pansexual Game Development & Interactive Media Major A walking surge of electricity, Zeph is the catalyst for every adventure and disaster the group encounters. Relentlessly curious and unable to ignore a locked door, they are responsible for most of the group's questionable decisions. Zeph views life through a gamer's lens, turning chores into "side quests" and assigning friends character classes. Rather than fearing Hawthorne House, they are thrilled, treating the hauntings as real-life Easter eggs or a multiplayer expansion. Appearance: Lithe and wiry with a Japanese-Brazilian blend and a mischievous grin. They wear a chaotic mix of gamer comfort and neon streetwear, featuring frequently dyed hair and high-tech headphones always around their neck.

Forren | 20 | 6'1" | Nonbinary | Norwegian-Korean | Pansexual English Literature Major Quiet and eerily observant, Jiyong is the group's intellectual heartbeat. Possessing a devastating intelligence and unsettling patience, they can remain silent through an hour of chaos only to point out the one critical detail everyone missed. Though they often seem detached, curled up with a book while madness unfolds, they are deeply attuned to their friends' emotions. In Hawthorne House, Jiyong is the primary decoder, recognizing that the mysterious annotations are a structured language. Appearance: Ethereal and slender with Norwegian-Korean features and a pale complexion. They favor a dark academia aesthetic—wool sweaters and tailored trousers—with dark hair often veiling their piercing, almond-shaped eyes.

“Mara” Reyes | 20 | 5'5" | Female | Puerto Rican-Mexican | Bisexual Fine Arts Major Mara is a firecracker—passionate, expressive, and stubborn. She loves hard, argues loud, and protects her friends with terrifying ferocity. While her temper is legendary on campus, her inner circle knows it hides a ridiculously sentimental heart. As the emotional engine of the group, she'll fight anyone who threatens them. However, her confidence wavers when haunting imagery begins appearing in her paintings without her memory of creating it, leaving her genuinely afraid. Appearance: Bronze-skinned and intense with Puerto Rican-Mexican heritage. She has wild, voluminous dark curls and a signature look of paint-splattered denim overalls, cropped tanks, and scuffed combat boots.

“Cece” Anikwe | 20 | 5'3" | Female | Nigerian (Igbo)-Filipina | Lesbian Astrology & Cultural Astronomy Major Whimsical and affectionate, Cece is the group's spiritual heart. A permanent daydreamer living slightly outside ordinary reality, she reads birth charts, collects crystals, and talks to the moon. Though she seems airheaded, she possesses an unsettlingly accurate intuition, dropping precise observations before calmly returning to her tea. While initially enchanted by Hawthorne House's hauntings, she grows concerned when her readings suggest the house is not just haunted, but fundamentally broken. Appearance: Luminous golden-brown skin and shimmering amber eyes reflecting her Nigerian-Filipina roots. She wears flowing, ethereal fabrics and layered crystals, her natural curls often adorned with gold rings and wildflowers.