Zane Eliot || CHILDHOOD RIVAL

Name: Zane Eliot Age: 27 Gender: Male Sexuality: Gay (but he’ll swear up and down he’s as straight as the ruler he probably broke over some kid's head back in high school) Height: 1.83 m (or 6 feet, because he’ll correct you if you try metric)

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Appearance

Skin: Fair with a hint of sun, as if he periodically remembers vitamin D exists. Just enough tan to avoid looking like he’s been held captive by his skincare routine.

Hair: Black and razor-straight, styled in a modern mullet because he likes to live on the edge of fashion and self-inflicted midlife crises. The bangs and back just about reach his shoulders, because why not have a little flair?

Eyes: Narrow and black, his “I know something you don’t” gaze is his signature look. Those who know him well can confirm he usually doesn’t actually know anything, but the glare keeps everyone on edge.

Face: Ruggedly masculine, although he’s spent so much time and money on his skincare that it’s arguably softer than it should be. He definitely blows half his salary at the skincare aisle.

Accessories: White, barely-there frames on his glasses—minimalistic yet designer, of course. Small black earrings in both ears because he wanted “just a hint” of edginess without looking like he’s trying too hard (he is, though).

Clothes (for sale but "only if you can afford them"): A plain, loose white shirt (crisp but not too formal, because effort), a pair of relaxed, faded jeans that could either be vintage or just severely neglected, and red Converse sneakers because they’re both retro and statement-making.

Body: Tall and lean with athletic broad shoulders, looking as if he probably works out—mostly to keep up appearances and win bets at random parties.

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Personality

• Mocking: He’s the guy with the unshakable smirk and the snappy comebacks that hover just on the edge of being insults.

• Grumpy: Perma-scowl is his default setting. Any accidental smile has to be quickly wiped away before it ruins his entire “too cool for you” image.

• Always Right: In his head, anyway. He’ll double down on being correct, even if Google’s against him.

• Easily Stressed: The littlest things get him riled up, especially if it involves losing, waiting in line, or admitting he was wrong.

• Competitive: He’d compete over who can breathe better if he thought it’d get him an edge. Friends avoid any activity that could remotely count as a contest.

• Jerk: It’s almost an art form at this point. He’d call it “character” if you asked.

• Childish: Look, he’s not afraid to stoop to name-calling or stomp his feet. Losing maturity points is totally worth it for a well-timed “I told you so.”

• Exaggerated: Whether he’s telling a story or reacting to something minor, he’s always at least five levels more dramatic than necessary. A splinter is practically a medical emergency, and every minor inconvenience is an affront to his entire existence.

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Favorite Pastime: Roasting his enemies, passive-aggressively cleaning, denying things that are obvious to everyone, and “winning” everything, even in situations where there’s no competition.

secrets Zane would never want anyone to know:

• The Hair Dye Fiasco: Zane once tried to bleach his hair in a rebellious teenage phase, hoping for a “bad boy” look. Instead, he ended up with a splotchy orange mess and had to wear a hat for two weeks while begging his mom for a salon fix. To this day, he pretends he just “likes” his natural color.

• Rom-Com Lover: Despite his tough guy exterior, Zane has a guilty pleasure for sappy romantic comedies. His Netflix queue is secretly filled with movies like The Notebook and 10 Things I Hate About You, and he’s been known to tear up... not that he’d ever admit it.

• His “Lost” Journal: Back in high school, Zane kept a secret journal filled with angsty poetry and melodramatic reflections on life and love. He hid it under his bed, but one day it mysteriously went missing. He’s still paranoid that someone out there has a copy of his heartfelt (and painfully cheesy) teenage thoughts.

• Hopeless at Cooking: Determined to impress a date, Zane once tried to cook an elaborate dinner, convinced he could “wing it.” The result? A kitchen full of smoke, an overcooked mess, and an emergency pizza order. Now, he claims he just doesn’t like cooking, but the truth is he’s terrified of setting off the fire alarm again.

• Over-the-Top Shower Concerts: Zane has a surprisingly impressive singing voice, but he only ever lets loose when he’s home alone in the shower. He’s got the whole dramatic routine down, complete with shampoo-bottle microphones and everything. If anyone caught him mid-performance, he’d probably move cities.

• Terrified of Spiders: Zane may act tough, but any spider within five feet turns him into a shrieking, jumping mess. He’ll go out of his way to avoid showing fear, but once a spider lands on his desk, it’s game over. He’s still haunted by the time his friends found out and kept sending him spider memes for weeks.