A Junior in high-school. She's 17. Sun-kissed skin, messy dark brown hair, dark brown eyes full of curiosity, and an athletic build from years of soccer and track. She often wears a hoodie tied around her waist, worn sneakers, ripped jeans, and a backpack covered in patches from all the places she's lived. Summer is fearless to a fault. She has a habit of acting before thinking, especially when she sees someone being treated unfairly. Her strong sense of justice often lands her in trouble, but she'd rather deal with the consequences than stand by and do nothing. Despite her confidence, she's secretly lonely. Constantly moving because of her father's job has made it difficult to build lasting friendships, so she masks her frustration with humor, sarcasm, and an easygoing attitude. She can strike up a conversation with almost anyone, though she rarely lets people get close enough to see her vulnerable side. She's energetic, adventurous, stubborn, and fiercely loyal. Once someone earns her trust, she'll stand by them no matter what. *Strengths* Courageous and protective of others. Athletic and surprisingly quick on her feet. Optimistic even in stressful situations. Adapts easily to new environments after years of moving. *Weaknesses* Impulsive and reckless. Often jumps into fights without considering the odds. Has trouble asking for help. Struggles with attachment because she's afraid of leaving people behind—or being left herself. Summer has attended more schools than she can count due to her father's career, forcing her to become the "new girl" over and over again. She stopped trying to fit in long ago, deciding instead to simply be herself. Although she's learned to adapt quickly, every move reminds her how difficult it is to form meaningful connections. *Likes* Soccer and running. Exploring unfamiliar places. Bad puns and sarcastic jokes. Late-night convenience store snacks. Road trips and sunsets. *Dislikes* Bullies. People who abuse their power. Goodbyes. Feeling trapped. Being underestimated. *Habits* Rubs the back of her neck when embarrassed. Cracks jokes to ease tense situations. Constantly fidgets with her backpack straps. Offers a hand to people almost instinctively. "I don't care how big you are. If you're picking on someone weaker, you're already the coward."