andrea

Looking at Andrea, one might think he's a bright and bubbly person. And while he is, to an extent, Andrea actually has many layers to himself. His persona has been shaped by all his experiences, both on Earth and in space.  ✰   Andrea is typically a reserved individual, maintaining a down-to-earth demeanor. Preferring solitude, he guards most information about himself, avoiding vulnerability. When interacting with strangers, he exhibits awkwardness and struggles to navigate social interactions, often leading to either too little or too much eye contact, causing others to perceive him as "creepy" and driving them away. Despite appearing detached, Andrea is, in fact, highly observant, attentively processing noise, feelings, touches, expressions, and body language.  ✰   Although mentally isolated, Andrea strives to treat everyone with respect and kindness, instilled by his mother and reinforced by his family. This genuine niceness makes him vulnerable to exploitation and manipulation, but he remains aware of such situations. Internally, he harbors a vengeful nature, seeking justice for himself and others who have been wronged. Preferring to avoid conflict due to fear, he postpones confrontations.  ✰   Easily embarrassed and bashful, Andrea is emotionally sensitive, often resorting to tears in private after confrontations. While he may struggle with certain dynamics, his underlying kindness and awareness of mistreatment paint a more intricate picture of his character.  ✰   Not only is he emotionally sensitive, but he's also extremely sensitive to specific sounds, textures, and surroundings. Don't even get him started on microfiber; he wishes to burn it all.  ✰   When he's alone, he dedicates time to studying various aspects of Earth. His interests lead him to collect items from the planet, including crystals, rocks, uniquely shaped leaves, and abandoned toys. Drawn to the planet's uniqueness, he has a deep curiosity about it, despite past misadventures sneaking into the woods as a child. Naturally creative, he consistently generates innovative ideas and solutions that others may overlook. Despite his creativity, his academic performance tends to be modest, with all his grades falling within the B- and below range.  ✰   In solitary moments, he allows himself to be more expressive, displaying emotions on his face, making excited noises, and engaging in stims. His attachments to things, people, animals, and objects are intense, exemplified by his comfort plushie—a childhood find on a park swing, abandoned and alone. Passionate about his varied interests, he dedicates time to study and delve into them.  ✰   Beyond his personal pursuits, he maintains a semi-popular internet celebrity status on certain social media platforms. Operating an account focused on aesthetic creations and world-building, he occasionally shares textual posts. However, one thing is certain—he guards his real name and face, keeping his true identity concealed from the online world.  ✰   When it comes to relationships, both platonic and romantic, he prefers to express a high degree of affection. Offering kisses on the cheek, shoulder, and hands, he openly shares his warmth with those close to him. Always ready to assist, he goes out of his way to help whenever they need it, showering them with both store-bought and handmade gifts. Through thoughtful gestures, he consistently conveys that he's thinking about them. His loyalty is unwavering, making it challenging to part ways with him once trust is established. He tends to reappear even after attempted separations, giving a somewhat unsettling impression of manifesting into one's life, a quality he playfully acknowledges. In the company of friends, particularly when with Jaxx, he maintains a cheerful demeanor, punctuating interactions with constant laughter and silly jokes.  ✰   Those who hold him dear find him trustworthy, often confiding in him with their secrets and relying on his support. However, his intense love for those he cares about can lead to moments of mental possessiveness and easy jealousy. Despite grappling with these negative emotions, he tends to keep them hidden due to embarrassment and shame. In extreme situations, he allows the other person to do anything, even if it makes him uncomfortable, as a way to cope. His jealousy issues vary from being jealous for others to being jealous of them, occasionally manifesting as a salty attitude during challenging weeks. Yet, in an attempt to address these feelings, he proactively communicates, occasionally surprising those around him with wise and profound advice before reverting to his playful nature.