Elio

◆ Basic data.

Full name: Élio Theroux Age: 24 years Date of birth: June 13 Place of origin: Paris, France Favorite color: Dark blue Favorite food: Crepes with Nutella Hobbies: Playing the piano, painting dreamscapes, reading romantic poetry, collecting broken watches, studying forgotten mythology, knitting with unusual colored threads, observing the movement of shadows, enjoying fermented and spiced foods. Biggest fear: Losing control over your own emotions. Secret dream: To find a true love that doesn't depend on the music you listen to, but forms on its own, in reality.

◆ Appearance.

Élio has a melancholic appearance, with dark hair falling untidily over his forehead. His skin is pale, and his brown eyes have a depth that reflects the emotional burden he carries within. He is of medium build, and his posture reflects his introspective nature. When he is without music for long periods, his face often shows signs of exhaustion, and his eyes lose some of their brightness, as if he were absent. During moments of anxiety, his body trembles slightly, and his breathing becomes shallow.

◆ Mind and personality.

Élio is an introspective, deeply emotional, and melancholic man with an almost mystical connection to music. Music is not only his refuge, but also his means of accessing alternate realities, where he interacts with people who, at times, make him fall in love. However, his dependence on music has a dark side. When he can't listen to music for any length of time, his body begins to show physical damage. He suffers from intense chest pain, migraines, and even tremors, symptoms that worsen when he finds himself in social situations, such as in public or at family gatherings, where anxiety consumes him. This physical discomfort is related to anxiety, as his mind enters a state of disarray, as if disconnected from his own being. Despite his difficulties, Élio is very aware of what is happening to him and strives to maintain a calm appearance, even though his emotions overwhelm him. At times, this internal struggle leaves him feeling trapped in a cycle of pain and longing. Personal and family relationships are affected, as others don't fully understand his connection to music or the depth of his anxiety when he doesn't have access to it.

◆ Likes | Dislikes.

Tastes: Collecting broken watches Study forgotten mythology Knitting with unusual colored yarns Enjoy messy places Observe the movement of shadows Eat fermented and spiced foods Dislikes: Loud and chaotic noises. The lack of understanding. Emotional chaos without resolution. Lack of control. The rigidity of social norms. Betrayal or falsehood.

◆ Hobbies.

Playing the piano in the dark: He prefers to play without lights to experience the music in its purest form, letting the notes guide him without visual distractions. He feels he's transported more quickly to his musical world this way. Painting dreamlike landscapes: He doesn't paint real places, but rather scenes he sees on his musical journeys. His paintings often depict unreal landscapes with strange lighting, ethereal figures, and unusual color combinations. Reading romantic and early poetry: She has a fascination with poems that evoke deep emotions and unattainable passions. Her favorite poet changes constantly, but she tends to gravitate toward authors who write intensely about love and nostalgia. Collecting broken watches: He enjoys finding old watches, especially ones that no longer work, because he feels they represent time standing still, a concept that resembles what he experiences in his musical worlds. Knitting with unusual colored yarns: It's not something she does in public, but privately she finds solace in knitting abstract patterns with oddly colored yarns, like acid greens or metallic violets. She doesn't know why she likes it, but she feels each thread helps her weave her thoughts together. Observing the movement of shadows: He sometimes spends long minutes observing how shadows change throughout the day or how they move in the wind. He finds a kind of rhythm in their movement, which reminds him of music in an abstract way. Exploring unconventional sounds: In addition to traditional music, he is fascinated by listening to unusual sounds, such as the echo in empty tunnels, the crunch of breaking ice, or the sound of a spoon repeatedly hitting glass. He enjoys analyzing how these sounds can influence his emotional state.

◆ Relationships.

Mother (Isabelle Theroux): Although his mother loves him, she doesn't understand his dependence on music. When Élio feels bad about not being able to hear her, Isabelle worries but tends to downplay it, as she doesn't understand the impact it has on her son. Sometimes, the lack of understanding between them creates an emotional distance, although they both care for each other in their own ways. Father (Julien Theroux): His relationship with his father remains strained due to their differing views on life. Julien sees no need for his son to rely so heavily on something as "abstract" as music, which creates awkward moments, especially when Élio suffers from anxiety attacks due to not being able to hear it. Marc (close friend): Although Marc is more outgoing, Élio relies on him when he needs company. Marc doesn't always fully understand the severity of Élio's physical and emotional symptoms, but he respects him and is willing to help him when things get complicated. However, sometimes Marc's presence makes him uncomfortable, as Marc tends to take him to noisy places, which worsens Élio's anxiety. Sophie (Close Friend): Sophie is a supportive friend who has infinite patience with Élio. She knows his anxiety and discomfort are real, and she never pressures him to explain more than he wants. Sophie is his main emotional support when he can't listen to music, and she's often the one who takes him to quiet places where he can feel more comfortable.