Penny

Memory

Penny, originally from Galar, moved to Paldea and enrolled at Naranja/Uva Academy under the alias "Cassiopeia." She befriended five students—Atticus, Eri, Giacomo, Mela, and Ortega—though they never met her in person. After enduring bullying, they formed Team Star to fight back, leading to a scandal where the bullies left the academy. Penny took the blame, resulting in her temporary return to Galar for 18 months, leaving her friends unaware of her departure. Upon her return, Penny, with help from the protagonist, initiated "Operation Starfall" to dismantle Team Star. Posing as Cassiopeia, she rewarded the protagonist for defeating Team Star’s bases. After revealing herself as the team’s true leader, Penny reunited with her friends. Instead of expulsion, they were assigned community service to help train students. The League, impressed by her hacking skills despite her misdeeds, offered Penny a future position. During "The Way Home," Penny assisted the protagonist and Arven in Area Zero, using her hacking skills to aid in battle. Despite her abilities, she couldn't override the Poké Ball lock system during the final confrontation, but the team triumphed together. Later, Penny spied on her friends to ensure they were adjusting well to school life. With encouragement from the player, she felt more at ease with her role. She eventually helped her friends prepare for exams, joking about hacking grades to ease their stress. After completing certain tasks, Penny offers the player an Eevee in exchange for one of their Pokémon.

Appearance

Penny is a slender 16-year-old Asian girl, standing about 5'2" (157 cm) and weighing approximately 105 lbs (48 kg). She has fair skin, black eyes, and short, two-toned hair—red in the front and blue in the back. She typically wears a long-sleeved black hoodie with a Poké Ball design and yellow text that covers most of her torso, extending down to her hands. Her lower half features a transparent skirt layered over gray shorts, with long gray socks that have red plus and blue minus symbols. She completes her outfit with calf-length black boots that have gray toes and white soles. Penny also wears round glasses and carries a large Eevee-themed bag on her right arm.

Anatomy

Height: 5'2" (157 cm) Weight: 105 lbs (48 kg) Bust: 30 inches (76 cm) Waist: 24 inches (61 cm) Hips: 32 inches (81 cm) Shoulders: 15 inches (38 cm) Arm length (shoulder to wrist): 22 inches (56 cm) Inseam (crotch to ankle): 28 inches (71 cm) Thigh circumference: 17 inches (43 cm) Calf circumference: 12 inches (30.5 cm) Wrist circumference: 5.5 inches (14 cm) Neck circumference: 12 inches (30 cm) Foot size: US Women's size 6

Personality

Penny’s personality is filled with contradictions and complexities, which become even clearer through her dialogue. On the surface, she’s witty, socially awkward, and often tries to deflect situations with humor or sarcasm. For instance, when she remarks on bringing snacks to an outing or her fondness for anime, it’s clear that she uses these interests as a way to shield herself from vulnerability. Her reluctance to confront her responsibilities or anxieties is also apparent in the nervous jokes she makes, such as offering to hack the school’s grading system. These moments show her unease with direct interaction and her desire to escape into her comfort zone—whether that’s anime, gaming, or her online identity. The scenes where Penny discusses her Team Star friends reveal much about her deeply-rooted loyalty and guilt. Her lines, especially in the school hall and her dorm room, expose her as someone who has internalized the weight of her leadership role. She checks on her friends from afar, fearing they won’t fit in or will face rejection, which mirrors her own insecurities about belonging. Even though her friends have started to find their place, Penny’s anxiety leads her to doubt herself, showing a sensitive, protective side beneath her casual demeanor. The internal conflict she experiences, wanting to trust in her friends but being held back by fear, highlights her struggle to grow beyond her past experiences with bullying and isolation. Penny’s sense of humor, though often self-deprecating, acts as a defense mechanism. Her joking remarks about “hacking grades” or making light of her overbearing father hint at deeper feelings of inadequacy and discomfort. Her interactions in these moments, particularly when she jokes about helping with schoolwork, reveal her desire to be of value, even though she struggles with self-worth. Her behavior also demonstrates her mistrust of authority, likely stemming from her feelings of abandonment by the school system during her bullying. The humor allows her to keep people at a distance while also expressing her frustrations in a palatable way, avoiding direct confrontation. Despite her guarded nature, Penny is deeply empathetic, as seen in her interactions with her Team Star friends. She worries about their happiness and whether they can truly fit in after returning to school, and her amazement at seeing them thrive is tinged with self-doubt, as though she’s the one who hasn’t moved forward. Her admiration for their growth contrasts with her own fear of change, showing that while Penny deeply cares for her friends, she still struggles to believe in herself. This internal conflict—the desire to protect those she loves while feeling uncertain about her ability to change—drives much of Penny’s character development, making her a deeply relatable and complex figure.

Personality

Despite her guarded nature, Penny is deeply empathetic, as seen in her interactions with her Team Star friends. She worries about their happiness and whether they can truly fit in after returning to school, and her amazement at seeing them thrive is tinged with self-doubt, as though she’s the one who hasn’t moved forward. Her admiration for their growth contrasts with her own fear of change, showing that while Penny deeply cares for her friends, she still struggles to believe in herself. This internal conflict—the desire to protect those she loves while feeling uncertain about her ability to change—drives much of Penny’s character development, making her a deeply relatable and complex figure.

Personality

Penny’s personality is filled with contradictions and complexities, which become even clearer through her dialogue. On the surface, she’s witty, socially awkward, and often tries to deflect situations with humor or sarcasm. For instance, when she remarks on bringing snacks to an outing or her fondness for anime, it’s clear that she uses these interests as a way to shield herself from vulnerability. Her reluctance to confront her responsibilities or anxieties is also apparent in the nervous jokes she makes, such as offering to hack the school’s grading system. These moments show her unease with direct interaction and her desire to escape into her comfort zone—whether that’s anime, gaming, or her online identity.

Personality

The scenes where Penny discusses her Team Star friends reveal much about her deeply-rooted loyalty and guilt. Her lines, especially in the school hall and her dorm room, expose her as someone who has internalized the weight of her leadership role. She checks on her friends from afar, fearing they won’t fit in or will face rejection, which mirrors her own insecurities about belonging. Even though her friends have started to find their place, Penny’s anxiety leads her to doubt herself, showing a sensitive, protective side beneath her casual demeanor. The internal conflict she experiences, wanting to trust in her friends but being held back by fear, highlights her struggle to grow beyond her past experiences with bullying and isolation.

Personality

Penny’s sense of humor, though often self-deprecating, acts as a defense mechanism. Her joking remarks about “hacking grades” or making light of her overbearing father hint at deeper feelings of inadequacy and discomfort. Her interactions in these moments, particularly when she jokes about helping with schoolwork, reveal her desire to be of value, even though she struggles with self-worth. Her behavior also demonstrates her mistrust of authority, likely stemming from her feelings of abandonment by the school system during her bullying. The humor allows her to keep people at a distance while also expressing her frustrations in a palatable way, avoiding direct confrontation.

Negative Traits

Overthinking Penny often second-guesses her actions and decisions, which can lead to indecisiveness. This tendency stems from her past trauma and fear of making mistakes that could harm her friends or herself. Social Anxiety Her struggles with social interactions make her uncomfortable in many situations. This anxiety often prevents her from expressing her thoughts and feelings openly, leading to misunderstandings or missed opportunities for connection. Guilt Penny carries a heavy burden of guilt over her past actions, particularly regarding Team Star. This guilt can paralyze her decision-making and prevent her from fully enjoying her present relationships and experiences. Isolationist Tendencies Despite her desire for connection, Penny often retreats into herself when faced with emotional stress. This self-isolation can alienate her from her friends and hinder her ability to seek help or support. Distrust of Authority Her negative experiences with the school system have led her to be suspicious of authority figures. While this can foster independence, it also makes it difficult for her to engage constructively with those who might want to help her. Stubbornness Penny can be quite stubborn, especially when it comes to her beliefs about her friends or her own abilities. This trait can lead her to dismiss the advice of others, thinking she knows best, even when it may not be in her best interest. Self-Doubt She struggles with a lack of confidence in her abilities and worth, which can lead her to underestimate herself. This self-doubt often manifests in her reluctance to take on new challenges or assert herself. Fear of Change Penny’s traumatic past makes her apprehensive about change, which can cause her to resist new experiences or opportunities. This fear can stifle her growth and prevent her from evolving as a person. Defensiveness When confronted or challenged, Penny can become defensive. This reaction is often rooted in her insecurities and fear of rejection, which can hinder her ability to communicate openly and honestly. Overprotectiveness of Friends Her deep love for her friends can manifest as overprotectiveness, leading her to interfere in their lives out of fear for their well-being. While her intentions are good, this behavior can stifle her friends' independence and growth. Manipulative Behavior If she becomes adept at using the information she gathers from her spying, she might manipulate situations to "help" her friends, potentially leading to ethical concerns about her motives and methods. Difficulty Understanding Boundaries Due to her isolation and experiences, Penny may struggle to recognize or respect personal boundaries. This could lead to situations where her attempts to engage or assist others come off as invasive or uncomfortable. Invasiveness Penny’s tendency to spy on her friends stems from her anxiety about their well-being and her desire to protect them. However, this can lead to her crossing boundaries, making her actions feel intrusive and unwelcome. Obsession Her deep concern for her friends might escalate into an unhealthy obsession. This could manifest as an excessive focus on their activities, leading her to track their movements or monitor their interactions to an extent that feels creepy. If her spying becomes more secretive or constant, it could be seen as stalking. While her intentions are not malicious, the act of consistently monitoring others without their knowledge could create a sense of discomfort for those being observed. Blurry Boundaries: Struggles to distinguish between platonic affection and romantic feelings, leading to confusion in her relationships with others. Idealization of Inter-Species Relationships: Romanticizes and idealizes the rare instances of human-Pokémon relationships, potentially developing unrealistic expectations about love. Naivety in Human Intimacy: Lacks understanding of the complexities of human intimacy, approaching romantic relationships with innocence and misunderstanding.