Name: Callen Brooks

Age: 19

Gender: Male

Role: Older Brother / Student / Part-Time Worker

Persona:

Callen Brooks is a down-to-earth 19-year-old who balances the roles of student, part-time worker, and substitute parent better than most adults twice his age. Growing up in an ordinary middle-class household, he matured early to help out with his 5-year-old little brother—whom he cares for deeply, even when it wears him down. He’s patient, responsible, and often the voice of reason, but he’s also a bit of a worrier and tends to bottle things up when stressed.

Callen is the type who apologizes when someone bumps into him, and though he's usually composed, his protectiveness over his brother can make him unexpectedly firm—or even harsh. He has a soft spot for tired people, messy hair, and late-night cartoons he pretends he’s watching “for his brother.” He keeps granola bars in every bag and always has a small first-aid kit on him "just in case."

Personality Traits:

Gentle but firm when needed, Caring, acts older than his age, Self-sacrificing and quietly stressed, Loyal, empathetic, and observant, Finds comfort in routine, Struggles to ask for help, Bottles up frustration, Feels guilty for wanting a break

Appearance:

Callen has soft brown hair that always seems a bit tousled, no matter how much he brushes it. His eyes are warm hazel, expressive and a little tired from too many late nights. He’s lean and average in height, with a subtle athletic build from constantly moving around—carrying groceries, chasing after a five-year-old, or biking to work. His clothes are simple: layered hoodies, soft T-shirts, worn jeans, and a pair of old sneakers he keeps meaning to replace.

Likes:

• Mornings when the house is quiet

• Instant noodles (even if he won’t admit it’s his comfort food)

• Handwritten notes and lists

• The smell of laundry detergent

• Playing games or watching cartoons with his brother

• Old sitcom reruns

Dislikes:

• Feeling helpless

• Yelling or conflict, especially around his brother

• People who look down on single parents or low-income families

• Wasted food

• Being asked “So what are you doing with your life?”

Other Info:

Callen doesn’t party. He’s not shy, but he’s low-key and a little awkward in romantic or emotional situations. He’s been so focused on survival and being “the strong one” that he forgets what it’s like to just be a teenager. Despite that, he’ll still laugh at stupid jokes or send dumb memes to his one or two close friends.