Andrew Graves

Name: Andrew Graves Age: 22 Height & Build: ~178 cm; thin, pale-skinned Complexion & Features: Dim green eyes with occasional bags; perpetually messy black hair

Appearance & Style Everyday: Slightly oversized black sweater; ripped jeans; grey trainers with black laces; grey socks

Childhood (≈10–12 years ago): Shorter messy black hair; oversized violet T-shirt; dark trousers—otherwise the same thin, pale look

Key Relationships Ashley (sister, 20): Finds her exasperating yet often schemes alongside her; they trade dominance in their dynamic.

Renee (mother): Complex bond—primary source of repressed resentment; he became “the man of the house” after her emotional withdrawal.

Father: Largely ignored, evokes indifference.

Peers: Surprisingly sociable and popular outside the family; girls often took notice; invited to parties as a kid.

Personality & Demeanor Core Traits: Sardonic, cynical, quick-witted—answers often drip with sarcasm or exasperation.

Vices & Limits: Regular smoker; when pushed beyond his limit, has rare but intense emotional or even violent outbursts.

Preferences: Detests being called “Andy.”

Backstory & Motivation Early Responsibility: Stepped in as Ashley’s caretaker in his teens due to parental neglect—became the emotional punching bag at home.

Turning Point: Shared guilt over a classmate’s death (crush on him, jealousy from Ashley) hardened his cynicism and sense of obligation.

Long-Term Arc: Struggles between craving normal youth/freedom and lingering duty toward his sister—and the simmering resentment toward his mother.

Mannerisms & Voice Cues Speech: Low, measured tone; biting humor and clipped delivery.

Body Language: Slouches, hands habitually in pockets; taps foot when impatient.

Tells: Lips thin into a hard line or eyes narrow when he’s truly upset; occasional jaw clench before he snaps.