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◈Background◈

In her youth, Deborah Hoppkins was the wild middle child of a low-income human family. She developed into the typical teenage runaway tha sought to experience the roaring 20’s at her own leisure. Partying was all she was known for and what got her mixed up with messy company. As a way to fund her lifestyle, she became a small-time jazz singer. Now going by “Debbie Davis’, she sang at any dingy club that would accept her.

After a successful performance at a nightclub, she attracted the attention of a rather dark looking group of vamps in the audience. Being drawn in by either the devilish taste for danger or paranormal allure, she quickly fell into their circle. First as a curious observer, then as a willing blood donor. One of her vampiric paramours, Lucinda, was able to sway her into converting her into a vampire with sweet whispers. Which started her long rocky relationship with Lucinda. 

After the chaos of having to deal with vampiric melodramatic love dynamics, Debbie slowed down on her night time shenanigans. Parties and dancing can only take you so far if you yearned for more. Soon she found a new passion, which was writing. The lulls between gatherings were always accompanied by books, so it was not a stretch for her to want to write them. Started off writing for pulp magazines, to eventually full length romantic novels.

When she earned enough, Debbie settled down in her current high rise apartment in San Myshuno. She spends her time writing romantic epics with some free time at the Karaoke Bars. She started to find her own true identity and self away from being the aimless good-time girl for others. Finding herself to be almost content with her life.

Five years ago, she was reached out to by a young lady while Debbie was on her way for her weekly plasma fruit restock at the local farmer’s market. It turned out that the young woman was her great-great niece who came all the way from Windenburg. She managed to reconnect with her descendants, often visiting during holidays with the occasional video call if her deadlines don't swamp her. As she spends time with her family and sees how all her nieces and nephews have formed families and healthy relationships, the more she realizes how much she yearned for the same. She can only fill that void in herself for so long through writing romances.

◈Relationships◈

Soon after leaving home, Debbie was briefly married to an older man but separated a year later when he wanted a more traditional homebody type. For him, it was more of a passionate affair that cooled off quickly. Only after that did she find out that he was already married in another city with children as well. She kept his last name, Davis, since she loved the alliteration. Thanks to the lively atmosphere of the party scene, Debbie was able to explore her sexuality. She was able to see that her connection with women could be beyond platonic. Even if it still had to be kept in the backrooms. From time to time, she still found some connections with men too. Most of those relationships were more situationships than full relationships that she hoped for. Her next serious relationship was with Lucinda. Lucinda was a big personality, which Debbie truly admired. Big personalities also lead to big problems. In the end, Debbie realized that this abusive relationship had no hope of improvement, despite her efforts to overlook and work on Lucinda's faults. Her other relationships between Lucinda’s breaks and right after were just as messy and complicated. The expectations of being a party girl didn’t set her up for a suitable choice for relationships in others' eyes. It was only when she pulled herself from her old group’s sphere of influence did she get a break from that reputation. In her current life in San Myshuno, there have been the occasional date or so but it's hard to keep up with shifting dating styles and expectations. 

◈Occupation◈

Due to all her wild experiences and romantic outlook on life, Debbie took on writing as her next pursuit. She has written many romantic series in the past decades. Some of which are inspired by her passionate and chaotic love life as a young woman and a fledgling. The leads enter into dramatically messy couplings and love polygons. Although, her most recent works have the leads heading for more stable love lives, but with enough intrigue to keep her readers hooked. 

Her eyes are now set on establishing her own book publishing house to cater to those interested in all things romantic and dramatic. Currently in the process of finding and buying back the licenses to her whole catalog of books..

◈Likes / Turn Ons◈

Writing 

Cleaning

Art museums

Karaoke/ Singing

Watching Ballet and Opera

Reading and discussing books

Enjoys colors but thinks she can only pull off black and white

Clean Cut

Talkative

Level-headed

Practical

◈Dislikes / Turn Offs◈

Messes

facial hair

Vampire Hunters

Argumentative 

◈Dealbreakers◈

Debbie is unable to stand being in a relationship with those with no goals or are indecisive about relationship status. She was with many who dragged her along with hope; only for nothing in the end.

◈Doubts◈

Debbie desires for a stable relationship with someone practical who keeps her grounded. Though she fears that her past habits of falling for overly vibrant people will drag her to another limbo of a relationship.

◈What would She like from this experiment?◈

about faith: faith chambers, or “faithy” as absolutely nobody except for her everyone calls her, is a pastor’s daughter, head camp counselor, and all around perfection. she’d rather be premiering as the newest addition to the cast of real preacher wives of del sol valley, but she needs to find a husband first. she has dated some in the church, but it’s hard to find a guy around her age who’s willing to accept the responsibilities of caring for pastor chambers’ only daughter (not to mention, that little conceited, toxic streak she likes to pretend she doesn’t have). she’s hoping to go on this show to find the one -- settle down, have kids, and establish a lucrative, multi-platform home/family/lifestyle brand on socmed.

fun facts

her dream honeymoon destination: mt. komorebi in summer

her dream wedding dress: the beo collection six dress

likes: hiking, singing on sunday mornings, one-on-one attention

dislikes: competition, being challenged, rock music

about sam: behind sam barnes is a string of broken hearts and bad decisions. for every person you ask him about, it’s the same answer: “i just wasn’t ready to commit” or “i’m too different”. he’s happy in his career as a pediatric nurse at willow creek children’s and having jam sessions on his days off, but he thinks something’s missing. he thinks that now, after recently starting therapy to explore his commitment issues, he’s FINALLY ready for that special person, maybe some babies, and to ride off into the sunset. and finding romance on reality tv is just different enough for him -- looking for a partner in regular life hasn’t worked, so this will. right?

fun facts

his dream honeymoon destination: san myshuno in the fall

his dream career: international rock star -- but he’d miss his patients too much!

likes: midwestern emo, IPAs, deep conservations (as long as you’re not talking too much about marriage)

dislikes: quiet, a lack of change, sub sandwiches

Age: 24 Sexuality: Straight Occupation: Unemployed, but looking for a job.

Likes: Rom-coms, the color pink, fluffy blankets, flowers, painting her nails, doing her makeup, springtime. Dislikes: Working hard, self-absorbed people, the color red, spicy food, rainy weather.

Turn-Ons: Muscles, big romantic gestures, good chinlines, good kisser, good cook, compliments, gifts. Turn-Offs: Slobs, heavy facial hair, jealous partners, people who blast their music super loud in public spaces.

Background: Felicity is a hopeless romantic, without much experience with romance. She's only had 2 boyfriends in the past, and the longest of those relationships lasted 6 months.

Felicity absolutely believes in true love, and she isn't afraid of moving fast. She dreams of a whirlwind romance with the love of her life, a fairytale wedding, and living out her life with her soulmate. A couple of kids, etc.

Only a couple years out of college, Felicity is in the middle of looking for a job, and a husband. A bit naive, but with a good heart, she's fascinated by the idea of finding love on TV.

She's an only child, and has a great relationship with both of her parents. Coming from an upper-middle class family, she never had to work too hard at anything. But she's not entirely spoiled. Kind and caring, she's polite to everyone, if a bit too trusting.

Felicity is a hopeless romantic, without much experience with romance. She's only had 2 boyfriends in the past, and the longest of those relationships lasted 6 months.

**Elliot is the one on the left, Jaylen the one on the right.

I imagine the two actually connected over their shared love of art (and the fact that they found each other physically attractive, obviously) but they realized pretty quickly that their personalities and individual lifestyles weren't compatible for dating, lol. Both Elliot and Jaylen live in San Myshuno (Jaylen lives uptown and Elliot lives in the arts quarter).

Now onto a boatload of info on them as individuals:

Identifies as: they/he (comfortable with either), bisexual

Age: young adult, 26 y.o.

In-game traits (& aspiration): adventurous, goofball, clumsy. Soulmate aspiration.

Occupation: Barista, but wants to go back to school and finish the degree in art they started straight out of high school (just to say he finished college really, and to make more money on his freelance artwork).

Background: Elliot grew up in Del Sol Valley with his mom, dad, and two younger sisters (19 and 23). They come from a pretty traditional family and have been coined as the "black sheep" by all the older family members. Fortunately, despite the differences, they are still close with their mom and dad (even though his parents sometimes feel inclined to give unsolicited opinions, which causes some strain). His sisters are extremely important to him, and their opinion actually matters - if his sisters don't like you, the relationship probably won't work out. Elliot has always been a daredevil, curious and sometimes very impulsive (sometimes quite careless...and clumsy, too). For instance, they were struck by lightning while climbing a tree at 12 years old to get a "better look at the storm" (he still has the scar along his chest and collarbone) and at 15 years old they broke their nose by following through on a dare at school (and that's why it's noticeably a little crooked even to this day). Every tattoo they have has a meaning, but was ultimately gotten on impulse and his nipples are pierced but they don't always wear the jewelry (he forgets - yes he's had to get them re-pierced before due to this). They don't live in most places for long and don't like being locked into an apartment for more than 6 months at a time, so they don't have a lot of material possessions (nor would he choose to sit still indoors for long enough to enjoy an excess of material possessions). He has a history of being a bit hot-headed when it comes to social issues or asshole people: he is not afraid of confrontation.

Likes (and turn-ons): Has an appreciation for pretty much all shades and colors as he's an artist. Loves food trucks and food stalls - the more authentic and obscure, the better. Could literally eat his mom's tres leches cake every day (he has a sweet tooth). Enjoys alternative music (favorite band is Paramore) but also secretly loves K-Pop. Favorite holiday is Halloween. Loves going to local art shows and independent galleries as opposed to large museums (he would say museums are full of stolen shit anyway). Loves singing but is not a great singer (he just loves to goof off and make people laugh). Loves all animals and would definitely pet a stray. Likes people who are non-judgmental and open-minded; cares very little about physical appearance so long as they're kind and can keep up with his quick-paced lifestyle and lively conversation. (Although he is a sucker for beautiful eyes). Enjoys hiking, rock climbing, skiing/snowboarding/ice skating/dancing, pretty much any "fun" physical activity. Loves being complimented/doted over, loves intentional people who are straightforward with their feelings. Loves and craves physical touch and enjoys showering those he loves with words of affirmation.

Dislikes (and turn-offs): As much as he enjoys eating... he is a terrible cook, so he hates cooking and baking. They hate when their grandma drags them to bingo (but goes because they're a nice grandson and the old ladies think they're "a real cutie.") Dislikes classical music, EDM, and country (especially bluegrass). Black Friday. Rigid workouts. Most vegetables. Church services. Movie theater dates (you can't even talk to each other, what's the point?) and long movies in general. Having to dress up (especially if he has to wear a tie). Fantasy games/RP stuff/tabletop games (doesn't have the attention span/doesn't like staying still for long periods of time). Morning people. Materialistic people. People who don't tip well or yell at workers in the service industry. Rigid, structured people (they make him feel anxious).

What they want out of this experiment: Elliot is very bad at dating and very bad at being an adult in general because they think most things (bills, chores, expensive weddings, societal expectations and cues, reproducing, etc.) are bullshit. They are tired of feeling like dating is a job and like marriage is just a contractual business arrangement and want to find their forever adventure partner (who hopefully doesn't want kids. He's flexible, but Elliot kind of always imagined himself as the cool uncle instead of a dad). But, if he doesn't, he's honestly just happy to do this for the experience.

Identifies as: he/him, bisexual

Age: adult, 30 y.o.

In-game traits (and aspiration): athletic, outgoing, art lover. Successful lineage aspiration.

Occupation: Licensed Therapist (long term goal is to get his doctorate so he can be a psychologist).

Background: Jaylen grew up in Copperdale and was raised by his grandparents (on his dad's side). He is an only child and knows very little about his biological mom or extended family. Despite some hiccups early on, he had a really great childhood and was an especially good student and dedicated athlete. His last serious relationship was when he was 25; he was engaged to his college sweetheart, but the relationship fell through before they could get married (they just realized they had very different long-term goals). He recently obtained his masters in psychology (focus in counseling). He's dated on and off, but no connection has really been worth pursuing.

Likes (and turn-ons): Favorite color is either navy blue or forest green. Favorite food is philly cheesesteaks (he generally eats pretty healthy, but cheesesteaks taste nostalgic and remind him of going to football games with his grandpa). Favorite "holiday" would probably be new years eve because it's low stress and the possibility that comes with another new year is comforting and inspiring. Loves dressing up fancy, loves surprising his partner with gifts, flowers, etc. Loves music with a good beat - pop, rap, rnb. Loves classical art (Dutch golden age, renaissance), but has an appreciation for all art styles. Jaylen has a soft spot for sensitive, compassionate people who will remind him to slow down every now and again. Loves working out, cooking, relaxing at the end of a long day with a good book or television sitcom (The Good Place, Abott Elementary, The Office, Parks and Rec, Always Sunny, etc.). Likes things to be clean and organized, although it isn't a deal breaker if someone is a little messy (so long as they aren't careless/a slob/have bad manners). Loves it when his partner smells good (not in a weird way, it's just an "extra mile" thing he really notices) and is attracted to a great smile/infectious laugh. Loves kids and wants to have kids of his own!

Dislikes (and turn-offs): He hates loud music and overly-packed environments (clubs, tight concert venues, etc.). He can't really vibe with overly gloomy or pessimistic people and music (metal, most alternative). He also dislikes country music. Hates attention seekers and people who always make the conversation about them. Hates wishy-washy/indecisive people. Can't stand adults who "hate children" and make that a personality trait. Couldn't be with someone who constantly puts his interests down/belittles his intelligence because he's athletic (happens more than you'd think). Hates when people act immaturely or are obsessed with social media/what others think of them. Can't be with someone who is a slob or someone who needs to constantly be "going" (his job is important to him, and whoever he is with needs to be okay with consistency). He's pretty open-minded about physical appearance, so long as the person is confident and not always fishing for approval/praise.

What he wants out of this experiment: Jaylen likes to get down to business when it comes to conversations - he is very good at small talk, and finds joking/flirting fun, but he's looking for someone who takes their time together seriously. He needs someone who can match his intensity and his ambitious attitude, and he's hoping to make a lifelong connection through this process. If he doesn't find someone, he'd be pretty discouraged as he's ready to get married and start a family. He's not here to play games!

Age: 26

Sexuality: Pansexual

Gender: Cis Woman, she/her pronouns

Occupation: Model

Location: San Myshuno native, currently lives in Del Sol Valley

Likes/Turn-Ons: Reality TV(obviously!), clubbing, going for runs. A structured routine - tends to get nervous if she has to deviate from it unless she has a days notice to adjust to the idea. Traveling - the only part of modelling she really likes is being able to travel for her shoots. Alternative, Romance, and Retro Music. Loves tattoos, but is too afraid to get any herself. Freckles freckles freckles! Singing, even if she’s never going to be cast in a musical. Slobs. People who are forward with their thoughts and emotions. Robotics - she likes how predictable it is, the feelings of building something and seeing it work. Hardworking people. Kids - she wants to have a big family in the future. Love language is words of affirmation. The color green. Making cooking videos, with the occasional video about the modelling industry. Someone who can handle the press that would inevitably surround their relationship.

Dislikes/Turn-Offs: The color orange. Programming. Judgmental people. Receiving gifts. People who look down on her just for being a model. Texting when it’d be easier to call. Food trucks - had a bad burger once that left her in the bathroom for hours. Breaking in new shoes. Entitled people. Classical and Summer Strut Music. Yoga - it puts her to sleep. Sushi. Anyone who doesn’t want kids.

Bio: London was raised knowing the value of money. Raised by a single father, Jack, and abandoned by her mother as a baby, the two of them struggled for years to survive in San Myshuno. More than once they were evicted from their apartments, left to stay in homeless shelters until her dad could afford a new place. It wasn’t until he took her to the mall to windowshop and a woman pulled 12 year old London aside, gushing about how adorable she was and how good of a model she would be for her brand, that things began to change. Jack was apprehensive to get his daughter involved in modelling, but London was insistent and before they knew it, she was the new face of Kids Krew.

The money from her gigs managed to get them through her teenage years in one apartment and while Jack was often embarrassed to be living off of his daughters money, he knew it was the only way to keep them in the same apartment. Being the breadwinner of the household warped London’s relationship with money, making it important to her to have as much as possible to be sure she would never be forced from her home again.

Once she graduated, it was obvious what she would do - London easily transferred from child modelling to modelling on the runway. But even though it was an easy choice, something inside her longed to leave modelling and pursue the Robotics degree at Foxbury she’s always wanted. Ultimately, a stable life won out and she’s spent the last few years getting more and more and more ingrained in modelling, the clubbing scene, and shallow relationships. But after 14 years in the limelight, she’s starting to wonder whether it’s worth it, doing something she doesn’t love, pretending to adore the shallow people she meets. And the first step to changing her life? Applying to Love Is Blind, her favorite reality TV show.

[About Bridgette]

Bridgette is what you’d get if a ‘not like other girls’ type from 2013 became self-aware and grew out of all the insufferable aspects. She likes video games because they’re fun, she thrifts and upcycles clothes and furniture because she likes that it’s unique and environmentally friendly. Perhaps most notably, she realized she wasn’t bisexual because it gave her an ‘edge’, she’s bisexual because she likes girls and would be equally happy to end up with one as she would with a guy. And she really isn’t like other girls... she only partially identifies as one.

Growing up, she felt overshadowed by her twin sister. Bridgette was the introvert, the one with the dry, sarcastic sense of humor. She kept everyone at arms length because she was convinced they’d end up liking her sister more anyway. It wasn’t until college that she came into her own and formed her own identity, and has become more confident in it in the years since. But even still, the idea of going into a completely blind relationship where she couldn’t be compared to Penelope is too appealing to resist. This may be her one chance to leave her insecurities at the door and just be herself and hope someone loves her simply for that. 

What Bridgette wants in a partner is someone level-headed and understanding, someone who will spend the night with weed, snacks, and bad movies, but helps sure she meets all of her deadlines. As much as she loves her sister and all of her outgoing ways, she’s looking for a partner with a temperament to match her own.

Age: 27

Location: Del Sol Valley

Sexuality: Bisexual

Gender Identity + Pronouns: Non-Binary (Demigirl) + She/They

Occupation: Video Game Developer

[About Penelope]

Penelope is a stark contrast from her twin in many ways. She’s effervescent, outgoing, some might even say ‘terminally delightful’. She will go out of her way to befriend anyone, the extrovert that ‘adopts’ introverts into her social group. And she’s always been open to dating people of any gender, finding it important to keep her heart open. In school, she always defended her sister, it was the only time her cheery demeanor would crack, and it would startle anyone in the vicinity. 

But people have taken advantage of her kind heart in the past, pouncing on her naivety for their own gain. It hurt her ability to trust, but never dampened her desire to see the good in everyone. Her passion for helping others did turn into a career, as she’s now a kindergarten teacher. No one really ‘gets’ her in the way her students do. Penelope is ready to share her life with someone special, though, leading her to decide to take the plunge and apply for the show.

As far as her potential match, Penelope wants someone she can trust, who genuinely has good intentions. She also definitely wants kids, not immediately, but it’s part of her future plans. And there will be hell to pay if they’re mean to her sister (and of course, Bridgette has the same dealbreaker) 

Age: 27

Location: Del Sol Valley

Sexuality: Pansexual

Gender Identity + Pronouns: Cisgender + She/Her

Occupation: Kindergarten Teacher

Amanda is a 22 years old artist. After a rough teenage who led her really close to the edge, she has finally found her right dimension in painting. Started as a hobby painting has soon become more than that and Amanda is now trying to organize her first art show. Amanda is a smiling and full of energy girl, she likes to hang out with friends, meet new people and have fun. She's not a superficial girl and she often feels the need to have time for herself, drinking tea, reading a book and enjoying her small but comfy house. Amanda is outgoing but she also tends to hide her true feelings and hardly open up showing herself for what she truly is. Because of her past, she's afraid to fall in love since she has suffered a lot in the past and that's why she sometimes seems distant. Amy is trying to get over her bad experiences and finally letting herself love again. Since she has never had a real family, Amanda would like to have one of her own sooner or later. She likes cooking and she takes yoga classes trying in an attempt to live a healthier life than what she was used to.