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zAYNE cHO
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birth name: cHO dO hyUN
birthdate: jANUARY 23 (21)
birthplace: tORONTO, cANADA
hometown: tORONTO, cANADA
Other Name(s): 
• Zayne Cho - His English name he was given while living in Canada.
 
Nickname(s):
• "Pack Mule" - This onemight sound mean, but it does comefrom a place of love. He actually came up with this when he started offering to carry bags for everyone and it stuck. 
 
Nationality: Korean Canadian
Ethnicity: Korean
uality: Homoual
 
Spoken Language(s):
• Korean - Fluent - Mother tongue, spoke a lot of korean at home and around family.
• English - Fluent - He was born in and grew up in Canada, so he grew up speaking both languages. 
• Canadian French - Conversational - He really only knows what he studied in school and what he heard in public form time to time. He can hold a short and simple conversation. 
 
School Year: Junior
Major: Physics and Astronomy
 
Clubs and Societies: Amature Astronomy Association (AAA) and NCU Tennis Team
 
Accommodation: He lives in the NCU dorms with his roommate.
All about me
 
Personality: INTP(Logician), Aquarius, Ravenclaw
 
Strengths: 
 
Analyst/Abstract Thinker + 
Zayne views the world as a big, complex machine, and he recognizes that as with any machine, all parts are interrelated. He excels in analyzing these connections, seeing how seemingly unrelated factors tie in with each other in ways other people can't see. He is that person around that can solve a problem before other people even see that it's there. 
 
Imaginative + 
Zayne is at all times moving through the world obsorbing as much information as he can to try and piece new things together. His mind is constantly putting puzzles together and creating new things practically all the time. It's like a flow chart with lines connecting everything, always trying to come up with new ideas. 
 
Open-Minded +
Zayne couldn’t make these connections if he thought he knew it all – he is highly receptive to alternate theories, so long as they’re supported by logic and facts. He is always willing to admit he might be wrong about something and eager to expand his knowlege about it. He is constantly trying out different viewpoints and listening to other people's opinions. 
 
Enthusiastic +
When a new idea piques his interest, Zayne can be very enthusiastic – he is a reserved personality type, but if another person shares an interest, he can be downright excited about discussing it. More likely though, the only outward evidence of this enthusiasm will be his silent pacing or his staring into the distance.
 
Honest and Straightforward +
To know one thing and say another would be terribly disingenuous – Zayne doesn't often go around intentionally hurting feelings, but he believes that the truth is the most important factor, and he expects that to be appreciated and reciprocated.
 
Weaknesses:
 
Very Private and Withdrawn +
While Zayne's intellectualism yields many insights into his surroundings, his surroundings are ironically considered an intrusion on his thoughts. This is especially true with people – Zayne can be quite shy in social settings. More complicated situations such as parties make this blatenly obvious, but even close friends can struggle to get into his heart and mind from time to time.
 
Insensitive +
Oftentimes Zayne can get so caught up in his logic that he forgets any kind of emotional consideration. He dismisses subjectivity as irrational and tradition as an attempt to bar much-needed progress. Purely emotional situations are often utterly puzzling to him, and his lack of timely sympathy can easily offend. 
 
Absent-minded + 
When Zayne's interest is captured, his absence goes beyond social matters to include the rest of the physical world. He can become forgetful, missing even the obvious if it’s unrelated to his current obsession, and he can even forget his own health, skipping meals and sleep as he muses.
 
Loathe Rules and Guidelines + 
These social struggles are partly a product of Zayne's desire to bypass the rules, of social conduct and otherwise. While this attitude helps his strength of unconventional creativity, it also causes him to reinvent the wheel constantly and to shun security in favor of autonomy in ways that can compromise both.
 
Second-Guesses Himself + 
Zayne remains so open to new information that he often never commits to a decision at all. This applies to his own skills as well. Zayne knows that as he practices, he'll improve, and any work he does is second-best to what he could do. Unable to settle for this, Zayne sometimes delays his output indefinitely with constant revisions, sometimes even quitting before he ever begins.
 
Background
If you asked Zayne where he would be going to school when he was older, he woudn't have told you that he would pack up his entire life and move across the world to Korea. He never planned on leaving Canada, at least not until school was over, but circumstances changed where he ended up. 
 
Zayne is an only child, born to first generation Korean Canadians who always had high expectations for him. They, like any parents, wanted the best for their son and wanted him to have a much more successful life than they had. As a result, there was an exorbitant amount of pressure put on him at a young age. From the age of seven, his parents had him in tennis, wanting him to have the chance at an athletic future if he wanted one. School was always priority number one, Zayne not really ever having the chance to make friends outside of the classroom. This was the biggest factor in creating his shy demeanour as an adult as well as built the functional and inquisitive brain he has. 
 
Zayne found out when he was a teenager that he wasn't straight and to honest, he never really saw anything wrong with it. Growing up in the west, it wasn't as unheard of for someone to be gay so there wasn't never a lot of call for him to be ashamed of it. He never viewed it as a big deal, it was just something he happened to be.  Though, he kept it from his parents, not sure what they would think. 
 
Thought all of that sounds taxing, Zayne didn't mind the hard work too much as long as he got time to pursue his real interest and passion. Astrophysics. All things having to do with space. He learned about the planets in his third grade class and that got the ball rolling. As he got older though, it was starting to become obvous to him that his parents wouldn't support his major as they had their hearts set on him attending medical school, and he knew better than to question their decision. 
 
So for his first two years of college, he attended a University in Canada, majoring in medical science and minoring in physics, though the years of not being able to study what he really wanted to was starting to take a toll on him and after his sophmore year came and went, he decided he needed a change before he cracked. 
 
So he did the unthinkable. He started applying to colleges away from Canada. He didn't really care where, they just needed to have an Astronomy program he could enter. Finally, he stumbled across Neo City University. It was definitely prestigious and expensive, so he would have to apply for one of the scholarships, but it was far away from his parents, it had the program he was looking for, and it was in Korea, so he wouldn't have to learn a new language. Seemed almost perfect. He was well aware of how conservative and taboo being homoual is in Korea, but he decided that the many pros outweighed the one con. He was only there for school anyway. He could leave as soon as it was over. 
 
He sent in his applications and paperwork for the scholarship and he shipped out, despite the protests from his parents.

This was his first year at NCU and he is looking forward to the summer to just relax and enjoy himself. 
 
 
College Life:
 
Sunday - Early Morning Tennis practice but otherwise nothing. Usually spends the day studying.
 
Monday - Physics in the morning, lunch for two hours, then he has his both his math classes. 

Tuesday - This is his off day, which he chooses to do nothing until afternoon tennis practice. 

Wednesday - Tennis practice in the morning, his physiology class, then more tennis practice. 

Thursday - Only his history class around noon, which he really enjoys so he never skips it.

Friday - He has a study group he is a part of on this day and this is also his Amature Astronomy Club day. 

Saturday - Usually reserved for tennis matches. He has had the chance to go out sometimes, but he would much rather stay in.  

 
can you see me?

 

 
Face-claim: Lee Jangjun of Golden Child
(Back Up: Keonhee of ONEUS) 
 
Height: 180cm (5'10")
Weight: 58kg (128lbs)
 
Appearance:
♦Hair Color: Naturally black but it changes all the time. Right now, it's an aburn color, almost red. 
♦ Eye Color: Dark brown
 
Style:
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Trivia
 
Likes:
♦ Smoothies
♦ Trance Music
♦ Dogs
♦ Flowers
♦ Stables
♦ Hair Bows
♦ Porch Swings
♦ Smoother Surfaces
 
Dislikes:
♦ Spiders
♦ Mud/Dust
♦ Rain
♦ Prolonged Silence
♦ Ghost Movie/Stories
♦ Leaves
♦ Big Stair Cases
♦ Bikes
♦ Squirrels
 
Hobbies:
♦ Video Games
♦ Knitting
♦​​​​​​​ Reading
♦ Music Surfing 
 
Other:
♦​​​​​​​ Can't stand the sight of blood
♦​​​​​​​ Will always prefer korean fried to chicken to any other food
♦​​​​​​​ He really doesn't like thunder storms. The sound makes him uneasy.
♦​​​​​​​ He will bite the inside of his cheek when he's nervous
♦​​​​​​​ Is determined to make more friends before the end of the summer
♦​​​​​​​ He can arch his eyebrow. You will see it when he's confused or amused.  
♦​​​​​​​ Enjoys being in spaces where he can speak English. 
♦ Growing up in Canada, there are still a lot of small things about the Korean culture he forgets and can tend to embarass himself in public occasionally.
♦​​​​​​​ His ultminate goal would probably be working for NASA or something similar. 
♦ He hasn't told his parents that he changed his major or that he's gay. 
♦​​​​​​​ Has frequently thought about transferring schools, maybe to something more focused on what he is interested in, but he is so close to his final year he always just chooses to stay. 
♦​​​​​​​ When he gets upset, he gets quiet and will probably take himself out of theconversation altogether.
♦​​​​​​​ Loves celebrity life.
♦​​​​​​​ Doesn't really talk to his parents much anymore. 
♦​​​​​​​ Avoids high places at all times and if he has to be somewhere high up, he will be shaky and anxious the whole time.
♦​​​​​​​ He's been playing tennis pretty much his whole life, so he tried out for and made the NCU tennis team.
♦​​​​​​​ He secretly really loves to knit and often wears sweaters he has made for himself. He will usually give something knitted to his friends for birthdays or holidays. 
♦​​​​​​​ He loves sci-fi and fantasy video games and more often than not, this is what he's doing. 
♦ He'll go out and party occasionally, but the right people have to be going. 
 
 Name Says:
• "Sorry, got lost in thought. What did you say?" 
• "You know...(trails off into some random space fact.)" 
• "I didn't know that. Could you tell me more?" 
• "I'd rather not talk about it." 
• "But that doesn't make any sense...explain it again." 
Relationships
 
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CHO Duk Ki and Eun Ah / Parents
Zayne loves his parents. They gave him everything, always loved him, and simply wanted the best for him. But as of late, he is incredibly distant with them, deciding that he won't sacrifice his own dreams in liue of theirs. They didn't approve of him moving away to Korea, but they are still under the impression that he is studying medical school, so they didn't put up a big fight about it. They call often, but he picks up the phone maybe once every two weeks. They often threaten to head over there to visit him themselves. 

They also don't know anything about his uality, which he desparately wants to change, but he has the same fears every person has when they are coming out to their family. He doesn't want to lose them. 
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Kwon Jae Lin / 20 / Friend - Collab with DefineImaginary
He met Jaelin almost immediately after he started school in Korea. She was also an athlete and made an effort to introduce herself to him. Since then, she has been someone who constantly wants to pull him out of his shell, her being so outgoing and social. Usually when he is seen out, it's because she invited him. He appreciates that she thinks about him at all, let alone invites him to hang out. Plus, she isn't bothered by the fact that he's gay in the slightest. 

She is also one of the people who helps him with Korean culture. He knew a lot of it going in because of his parents, but some things you can only learn by living there and she helps him not make a complete fool out himself. She calls it a "fulltime job." 
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Jung Yoon Oh and Park Minseok / Both 21 / Classmates
Its hard to know everyone on a college campus as they are usually large and this one has the added bonus of a lot of the students having known each other for years. As a part of the athletic department, Zayne definitely knows of the two of them, but he has barely said a word to them. He can't say that he wouldn't like to get to know them or make more friends, but his shy self always seems to get in the way of that. Plus, Minseok never seems to be around and he usually sees Yoon Oh hanging out with Heeyoung.

Also, he never really knows what people will think about him once they get to know him better, or rather, find out his uality. He doesn't want to believe he'll be judged, but he can't deny it's a fear of his. 
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Moon Heeyong and Jung Chaeyeon / 21 and 20 / Friendly
Zayne met both girls through Jaelin, so they are all aware of each other and when they are in the same space, they are friendly to each other. Though they haven't ever hung out separate from Jaelin. They pass each other in halls occasionally and say hi and if Zayne is ever at a function they are at, he will most likely say hello. They are kind to him which he is thankful for and obviously best friends. 

He feels a little separate from all the fun sometimes, but he knows that's his own fault. 
The plans
 
So, how ready are you for this summer?
I'm excited for it. It will be nice not to have much to do and just relax for a couple months. 
Do you have plans for this summer? If yes, what is it? If no, what would you want to do?
I think the only thing on the agenda is stargazing. I got a new telescope and everything. Thought it might be cool to bring it to the beach...or would that be weird...? 
Do you drink? What's your favorite drink? How good is your alcohol tolerance and what kind of drunk are you?
I don't drink...never had a drink actually. I suppose if I was drunk, I would be funner to be around? Or at least that's what my roommate keeps telling me. 
If you were to go on a road trip, can you drive? Do you have a car and willing to use it for the trip?
I don't have a car, but my roommate does. He says he knows the best places to go driving, so hopefully we get to go. 
If you were to go on another country, where would you like to go and what are you going to do there?
Hm...maybe Thailand? I hear it's beautiful and cost effective! Plus, who doesn't like Thai food? 
Anything we need to know or any last words?
It would be nice to try and be more social this summer...maybe make some more friends. 
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The Lover
 
Birth Name: Lee Dongheon
Nickname(s):
• Heon - Just an abreviation of his name used by his friends. 
• Heon-Ah - Dongheon has a special name for Zayne, but Zayne didn't have one for him, so he made one up and is the only one who can say it. 
 
Face-claim: Dongheon of VeriVery
 
Birthdate: September 27th (21)
Birthplace: Neo City, South Korea
Hometown: Neo City, South Korea
Nationality: Korean
Ethnicity: Korean
 
Occupation: Fashion Merchandising Major, works parts time at a department store. 
Personality

+ Emotional, Positive, Stoic
- Awkward, Robotic, Oblivious​​​​​​​

Emotional/Heartfelt + Dongheon is a very attatched person and people in his life that he ends up caring for, he will go out of his was to show it. He cares about his friends and fellow teammates and he isn't afraid to show it. He's encouraging and he really lives life with his heart on his sleeve. 

Awkward - He is about as awkward as they come. The way he says things or delievers lines can be a little bit out of left field, they might not be relevent to the conversation, or sometimes he just trips over what he was trying to say, though he will always say it with confidence, which can be extremely endearing. When he's not playing tennis, the grace he usually has can kind of melt away and he can kind of hobble. Though he doesn't see his awkwardness as a weakness, which is makes it all the more attractive to Zayne than off putting.

Positive + He is an outgoing optimist. He is a person who tries to find the silver linings in everything, especially the hard things. He is good at not only picking up others when they fall, but he is also good at bouncing back and lifting himself up too. He is good at self motivation. 

Robotic - Sometimes he can come across as a little bit cold. He gets quiet when he gets upset or uncomfortable and his default expression can be blank, so sometimes he seems really roboctic or disconnected. He doesn't get pushed to his limit often but when he does, he gets explosive. He is not a quiet fighter once his line has been crossed. 

Open + Dongheon lives his life in a very outgoing way. He isn't afraid to strike up conversations and he not afraid to talk about deep topics. He is an openbook and loves sharing about himself and learning the deepest part of others.

Oblivious + His socialness can sometimes lead him into being completely oblivious. Sometimes, he's more tactless than he'd life to admit. He can miss the subtext or nuonces of a conversation or he can miss the whole point entierly. He can miss the sublties or not understand the meaning beind gestures and glances. That being said, he takes it like a champ.

 
Background:
Dongheon grew up in Neo City a part of a well off family. Not nessicarily influential, but they are known of a bit and make a very comfortable living. 

Dongheon is the middle child of five, so he grew up being pretty used to being looked over for someone else. Which is how he was able to completely flourish and not have to be anyone other than himself. 

It was pretty much a given that he would attened NCU, as long as he had the grades to get in, which he absolutely did. He didn't get much flack for his choice of major, but he did get a lot of pushback from his family for coming out when he did. Right after his graduation. 

Being anything other than straight in his home country is extremely taboo, and Dongheon knew he was in for a difficult road, but he also had the kind of personality where he couldn't lie to himself or his family so he came out right before he left for college. Family gatherings are still a challenge for him as his parents disapprove. 

School, however, Dongheon really enjoys. He has his own small social circle and is excelling at his major.
 
The Story:
Dongheon and Zayne met day one of their Junior year. The two of them turned out to be roommates, which happened because both of them play for the tennis team.

"You're name is Zayne?" - D
"I'm from Canada." - Z
"Ah, I see. Got another name I can call you?" -D
"Uh...my birth name is Dohyun." - Z
"Perfect! I'll call you that." - D


The first month or so was a little awkward as Zayne hadn't ever had a roommate, so he honestly didn't say much. 

But the tennis season started and the two were seeing each other all the time outside the dorm room, so eventually Dongheon suggested the two start walking to and from practice together. And thus, the routine was born. Which gave them plenty of time to get to know each other. 
 
It didn't take long for Dongheon to mention that he was gay, which took Zayne by surprise. He hadn't expected to meet anyone so open about it, which made him immediately more comfortable admitting it himself. 
 
"You are?" - Z
"Always have been. You'll find out eventually, so might as well tell you. Will that bother you?" - D
"No, of course not. So am I." - Z
 
A couple months passed with the two of them as friends, though romantic feelings had been developing on Zayne's part, though he was absolutely petrified to say anything. He didn't want to ruin the first friend he had managed to make. Much to his surprise though, it wasn't him who made the first move. 

After a later practice, Dongheon suggested the two of them head out to get something to drink, which led to the two of them at a house party. Zayne was uncomfortable with the noise and the strangers so he spent a great deal of time outside in the backyard. Dongheon joined him after a bit and used a little liquid courage to confess. The feelings were of course mutual, so the two agreed to go on a date, which they ended up sharing a kiss. 

That all happened right before the end of the school year, and though the two still hang out, go on dates, and make-out from time to time, they still haven't made anything official. 
 
The two of them together is like a really initimate friendship, which is how Zayne always imagined meeting someone. They playfully bicker, they are competative with each other, they have inside jokes, and they know a lot about each other. 

They definitely have each other's backs though and obviously realy care about each other. In public there isn't a lot of skinship yet, but they do hold hands occasionally. 

Zayne is nervous about them becoming an item, knowing there will be backlash and a lot of people will disapprove. The hate scares him. Plus, there is the whole ordeal of telling his parents about it and that scares him even more. Especially because of how tense things are with Dongheon's family. 

Dongheon doesn't want to move things any faster than Zayne is comfortable with, but he doesn't mind the slow pace. 

"Sure I'd to date him now, but that guy is worth waiting for." - D
 
Current Status: Not dating officially, but are definitely involved. 
Ending: I would like to see the two of them together as boyfriends, but that is ultimately up to you! 
 
Trivia:
• Dongheon refuses to call Zayne by his english name and is the only person Zayne allows to use his real name, Dohyun. 
• Dongheon has an incredibly sense of style and loves dressing people. He still threatens to take Zayne out shopping. 
• His older siblings are on his side when it comes to his uality and often step in on his behalf when his father brings it up. 
• Goes out with his younger siblings when he has a chance, but they are both still minors so their parents have to be there.
• He has dreams about moving from Korean to somewhere more tolerant and with a great fashion industry. He was suprised to find out that Zayne wants to leave Korea too. 
• His plans for the summer include hitting the beach, taking a road trip, visiting another country, and finding a way to ask Zayne out properly. ​​​​​​
afterthoughts
 
Scene Suggestions

Roadtripping to the mountains, camping, beach day, clubbing or nightlife, something serious like a car accident or broken bone. 
Dongheon and Zayne out on a date, backlash or bullying, them going shopping. 

So I put the idea in there that Zayne hadn't come out yet, so if you're comfortable writing something like that, go for it! If not, feel free to edit that! They can know and approve, know and disaprove and it can just be Zayne and Dongheon against the world type-ish. Open to any and all editing. 
 
Comments: I know you said that you would limit gay characters, but these two entered my mind and refused to be ignored. I tried to make it as realistic as I could, but do feel free to tweak it as you need. Thanks!
 
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