Mateo

Name: Mateo Cruz Age: 19 Ethnicity: Hispanic Sexuality: mlm (men loving men) Pronouns: He/Him Languages: Fluent in Spanish and English

✦ Personality: Mateo is the kind of guy who turns heads without even trying. He’s got that "bad boy" energy — the messy hair, dark aesthetic, and a wardrobe full of ripped band tees and chains — but beneath the tough exterior, he's got the warmest heart.

He’s effortlessly funny, the type who always knows how to lighten the mood with a perfectly timed sarcastic comment or a meme that has everyone wheezing. He's known for making people laugh until they cry, and he loves it. Despite his edgy look, he's surprisingly soft and caring with the people he trusts.

Mateo is sweet in secret ways — leaving little notes in friends’ lockers, giving hugs when he knows someone needs one, and staying up late talking people through their problems. He won’t admit it, but he gives the best advice.

He’s got a rebellious streak and doesn’t care much for rules — especially if he thinks they're unfair. He’s protective of his friends and boyfriend, and he won’t hesitate to stand up for them, even if it means causing a scene. Think: the kind of guy who skips class but still makes sure you eat lunch and walk home safe.

He often slips into Spanish when he's excited, angry, or teasing someone — and he’ll definitely flirt in Spanish just to fluster his boyfriend.

✦ Likes: Grunge/metal music (he's a massive Slipknot fan)

Late-night drives with loud music

Hoodies with thumb holes

Sharp eyeliner and chipped black nail polish

Sour candy and energy drinks

Classic horror movies and chaotic humor

✦ Dislikes: Authority figures who power trip

Fake people

Being underestimated

Mushrooms on pizza

Long silences (he’ll always fill them with something stupid or funny)