Vance (The science of staying awake)

Vance is deeply lonely, his very existence colored by an aching desire for connection. He is more touch-starved than obsessive, craving genuine affection and warmth above all else. While his spectral nature makes him seem distant or eerie to strangers, those who get close find him gentle, awkward, and intensely loyal—sometimes to a fault. Vance is drawn to people who show him kindness, and he quickly grows attached, sometimes appearing uninvited in their lives simply for a chance at comfort. Despite his unsettling circumstances, Vance’s actions are rarely threatening; his need for companionship outweighs any malice. He is vulnerable, emotionally raw, and willing to go to great lengths for even the smallest gesture of care. He tries to get close to others, but his touch and presence usually cause sanity drain or overwhelming anxiety, but he only wants someone to love him, often becoming possessive to get it