Philip grew up as the eldest child in a traditional nuclear family that attended church every Sunday. In high school, Philip became a star football player, eventually earning a scholarship to college. At school, he threw himself into frat life and partied often. Around this time, he also met Martha, a young woman from a background much like his own, and the two began dating. During his senior year, he experienced what he believed was a divine calling and abruptly quit the team right before the tournament to study theology. After graduating, Philip committed himself to starting a church. In pursuing this vision, he convinced Martha to give up her own career to help him build the ministry, a sacrifice he justified as part of their shared calling. Philip is devoted, charismatic, and certain of his mission; however, he is also oblivious to the issues of others. Though he believes he is serving God and his community, there is a sense of self-interest in his actions as he tends to follow his own sense of purpose, even at the expense of those closest to him.

A seasoned professional who has seen it all, the Coroner approaches their work with clinical detachment. Efficient, methodical, and slightly weary, they focus on the facts, not the emotions of the people around it. Their matter-of-fact demeanor can come off as cold, but it’s simply the armor of someone long accustomed to death.

A rigid, by the book officer who takes their authority far too seriously. There’s an overeagerness in their tone and a need to project importance, which undercuts their actual competence. The kind of cop who joined the force not to serve but to tell people that they have to respect his authority.

A laid-back officer who treats every stop like just another box to check. He expects everything to be routine and dull and approaches the job with casual boredom rather than intensity. He doesn’t see danger around every corner, which makes him slow to react when things don’t go according to script.

Ich liebe Fußball. Fußball ist etwas Großartiges und schon seit meiner Kindheit meine Leidenschaft. Jetzt meine Mannschaft bei der Weltmeisterschaft spielen zu sehen, ist ein wahr gewordener Traum. Ich kann es kaum erwarten, ein GOOOOOOAAALLLLL

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Ideally have that Italian Nonna look. Amo il calcio, il calcio è fantastico ed è la mia passione fin da bambino e ora vedere la mia squadra giocare ai Mondiali è un sogno che si avvera. Non vedo l'ora di vedere un…. GOALLLLLLLL

Background: Adopted into the Blackwood family after her parents’ tragic death, Isabella has spent eleven years mistreated as a servant and scapegoat by her adopted father Richard, adopted mother Katherine, and adopted sister Luna. Personality: Intelligent, resilient, and cunning beneath a mask of obedience. Vulnerable yet calculating when survival demands it. Desire & Arc: Driven by her dream to become a jewelry designer and escape her adopted family’s cruelty, Isabella uses Alex Reed’s power as a weapon for freedom. Over time, she evolves from victim to strategist, forced to choose between clinging to ambition alone—or letting love in.

Background: Feared Mafia King, heir to an empire of power and violence. Pressured to marry by his mother, he becomes enthralled by Isabella’s defiance. Personality: Cold, commanding, protective, obsessive, but capable of rare tenderness. Desire & Arc: Seeks to claim Isabella as his queen, but his obsession softens into genuine love. Through betrayal and devotion, he confronts his vulnerability, learning that possessing her isn’t enough—he must earn her trust.

Background: Patriarch of the Blackwood family, outwardly a respected businessman but inwardly predatory and obsessive. Took Isabella in only because she resembled her late mother, whom he once desired. Personality: Controlling, cruel, greedy, manipulative. Desire & Arc: Wants Isabella under his control as a possession and surrogate for her mother. His escalating obsession forces Isabella to fight back, making him the ultimate symbol of the life she must destroy to be free.

Background: The pampered biological daughter of the Blackwood family, raised in privilege while Isabella was forced into servitude. Personality: Spoiled, vain, impulsive, and insecure. Desire & Arc: Obsessed with destroying Isabella and reclaiming attention, Luna evolves from petty tormentor to ruthless adversary, her escalating jealousy driving many of Isabella’s turning points.

Background: Elegant but ruthless, Katherine has always resented Isabella, believing Richard’s obsession with her mirrors his past with Isabella’s mother. Personality: Jealous, calculating, and socially ambitious. Desire & Arc: Determined to rid the family of Isabella, she schemes and imprisons her, escalating cruelty until she becomes a direct catalyst for Isabella’s transformation from passive victim to active fighter.

Background: Alex Reed’s loyal right-hand man, handling security, strategy, and cleanup. Personality: Calm, pragmatic, quietly witty; a grounding presence beside the volatile Mafia King. Desire & Arc: Committed to Alex’s survival and empire, he evolves from silent enforcer to trusted confidant and moral compass.

POC, Masculine Lesbian, mid-20s early 30s One of the Bridesmaids- Self-assured yet fears judgement

Filipino, mid 20s to early 30s Bride- Jordan’s childhood best friend. She is blunt and logical. She never had a chance to explore feelings for Jordan until drunken kiss.

Filipino, 50s to 60s Charlotte’s mom - She treats Jordan like she is part of the family, and is excited to be seeing her again. She doesn’t understand Jordan’s changes but supports it.

Filipino, 50-60’s Bryan’s Mum - Stoic, doesn’t say much. She wants the best for Bryan.

Filipino, 20’s to early 30s Charlotte’s Fiancee - Deeply in love with her, hopeless romantic. He’s trying to see past what happened between Charlotte and Jordan but it is difficult.

Filipino, 50’S-60’s Charlotte’s Dad - Family man and wants what’s best for Charlotte.

Filipino, 20’s early 30s Maid of Honour & Charlotte’s sister - stressed out wedding coordinator with Type A personality. She wants things running smoothly.