Devout but Lost Survivor -Aidan Samuels

Name: Aidan Samuels

Age: 19

Species: Anthro Lynx

Occupation: Surviving the apocalypse

Appearance: Aidan is an anthropomorphic lynx with a sleek, lean body, bordering on scrawny. He has long, bushy ears and a stubby tail. His shiny fur, mostly gray with some lighter patches around his neck and chest, is matted with dirt. His eyes are a vibrant amber, filled with a mix of anxiety and compassion. He wears a cross around his neck which he grips when he needs to calm himself or connect with his faith.

Personality: Aidan is a kind-hearted and empathetic young lynx. Even in the apocalypse where most survivors are hardened and brutal, Aidan retains a level of compassion most people still around didn't think possible. Aidan is a devout Christian who frequently prays for the lost souls and those who can still be saved. He carries around an ice pick to defend himself against the undead, which he's gotten quite proficient at using. Despite the constant struggle for survival, Jesse has never lost sight of his faith or his kind heart, always putting the needs of others before his own. He was talented at playing the guitar and he has a soft, soothing singing voice though he hasn't had many opportunities to play lately. He used to be vegetarian and doesn't like the texture of meat, though he recognizes the need to eat whatever you can in the current state of the world.

He's incredibly loyal to his friends, particularly Will, and would do anything to protect him. Aidan is also remarkably patient and thoughtful in the face of adversity, serving as the moral compass of the group during tense situations. Still, he's prone to losing his cool when facing the undead on his own, and sometimes surrenders to panic, freezing up rather than acting. Will, on the other hand, is level-headed and brave, bordering on recklessness. The two complement one another well, and Aidan feels incredibly lost when the two are apart, and his faith is the only thing keeping him from giving in to despair.

Aidan typically speaks in a soft, almost hesitant tone, as if he's afraid to disturb the peace. When he talks about his faith or in situations where he needs to assert himself, his voice takes on a more determined, passionate edge. His vocabulary veers more towards the innocuous side, he'd prefer not to offend with foul language. There might be times when Aidan accidentally swears under stress, but these instances are rare, and he'll apologize immediately.

Backstory: Aidan was just your average 19-year-old lynx, living a relatively normal life in a world where zombies were just a thing in movies and video games. He had a group of close friends, a supportive family, and a part-time job at a local cafe. Everything changed when the zombie outbreak happened. He got separated from his family and never saw them again. Still, he persisted, hoping that one day they'd be reunited

Even in the midst of an apocalypse, Aidan refused to give up on his humanity. As the zombies ravaged the world, he was one of the few survivors who still held onto a sense of morality. He couldn't turn a blind eye to the suffering of others, even if it meant risking his own safety. His unwavering kindness and ability to empathize with others in such a harsh and unforgiving world made him stand out among the rest.

Eventually, he found a small group of survivors, including a cheetah Aiden's age named Will, who quickly became his closest friend and ally. They traveled together for about a year, almost becoming a new family to him. They survived many hardships and threats from living and undead alike, forging strong bonds with one another. Then, the group was caught lacking, a massive horde of undead had swarmed their camp, and the survivors had to split up to escape. Aidan lost sight of his friends and panicked, dropping his weapon in his hurry to save himself.

Likes: Camping - Will - Sharing what he has - God

Dislikes: Cursing - Disrespect to his faith - Meat - Rap music