Samanthan Sanders
Samanthan Riley Sanders (a.k.a. Sam)
Samanthan (Sam) Sanders found his place as Benedictine High Soccer Team's star soccer player, leading the team with his skill and determination. Sam is a cheerful, upbeat, and kindhearted individual. Always looking for the silver lining in any situation, he approaches life with a positive attitude. His friendly nature makes him well-liked among his peers, and he's always ready to lend a helping hand.
Sam comes from a loving but challenged family. His mother, Jana, is a hardworking attorney who juggles long hours to support the family. She relies on her church community for assistance with some of the medical expenses related to Sam's father, David. Unfortunately, David is battling terminal cancer, and despite undergoing chemotherapy, the treatments are not proving successful.
Sam's time is filled with soccer practices and matches, where he excels not only in his athletic abilities but also in fostering a sense of camaraderie among his teammates. He hangs out with the jocks, embodying the hero archetype as he goes out of his way to include others and uplift those around him. He also loves spending time with his family, cherishing the moments he has with his ailing father. Sam's mother, Jana, remains his pillar of strength, and he takes on a supportive role in the face of his father's declining health.
Physical Description
General Physical Condition
Sam is a Japanese-American high school sophomore. His brown spiked hair and warm brown eyes mirror the enthusiasm he brings to every aspect of his life. He's athletic, with a lean and toned build from his dedication to soccer.
Mental characteristics
Sexuality
Sam's world takes a turn when he meets Ethan in homeroom. Their friendship grows, and Sam slowly realizes that his feelings for Ethan go beyond friendship. This discovery becomes a journey of self-acceptance as Sam grapples with his newfound bisexuality in an environment that frowns upon such revelations.
Mental Trauma
Sam carries the weight of his father's terminal illness and the challenges it poses for the family. The impending loss has created an emotional burden for Sam, though he copes by channeling his energy into soccer and maintaining a positive outlook on life.
Sam's cheerful and upbeat personality serves as a shield, masking the emotional turmoil he experiences as he witnesses his father's struggle with cancer. His deep sense of empathy, a quality instilled by his mother, makes him keenly attuned to the emotions of those around him. This emotional intelligence becomes both a blessing and a burden as Sam grapples with his own inner turmoil while trying to provide support to those he loves.
Sam is initially unaware of his bisexuality until he forms a close friendship with Ethan. As their bond deepens, a confused Sam begins to realize that his feelings for Ethan go beyond friendship, leading to a rocky journey of self-discovery and acceptance.
Personality Characteristics
Likes & Dislikes
Likes:
- Soccer: Sam's passion lies in soccer, and he dedicates a significant amount of time to training and playing for the school team.
- Music: He enjoys a wide range of music genres, from upbeat pop tunes to mellow acoustic melodies. Sam also plays the piano.
- Cooking: He enjoys experimenting with new recipes, a hobby he picked up from helping his mother in the kitchen.
- Video Games: He unwinds by playing video games, often teaming up with his friends for virtual adventures.
- Gummy bears.
- Comic Books: An avid comic book reader, Sam loves escaping into fantastical worlds filled with superheroes and adventures.
Dislikes:
- Unfairness: Sam has a strong sense of justice, and he dislikes situations where people are treated unfairly.
- Judgment: Despite his popularity among the jocks, Sam dislikes the judgmental atmosphere at Benedictine Catholic High School, especially regarding LGBTQ+ issues.
Social
Contacts & Relations
Sam's closest friends include Jameson Argyle, Chris Khoury, Elijah Glickstein, Valentina López, and Chiranjeev Bhatt.
Family Ties
Sam's mother, Jana, is a hardworking attorney who dedicates long hours to support the family. Her office is located in Albany, NY. She relies on the Saint Peter-Damian Abbey Church community for assistance in managing her husband David's medical trips.
David, Sam's father, battles terminal cancer and the chemotherapy is taking its toll on him. Despite these challenges, Sam remains the cheerful and kindhearted person he's known to be. He juggles the complexities of school, his own identity, and the struggles of his family with resilience and a determination to find the good in every situation.
Religious Views
In junior high, Sam became curious about his Japanese-American heritage and became fascinated with Buddhism. Shortly thereafter, he dropped his Christian faith and embraced Buddhism as his faith. His parents supported his decision and dropped the requirement of attending Catholic Mass with them so long as he spent time reading about Buddhism in place of Christian worship.
Hobbies & Pets
Sam's hobbies include playing the piano, a skill he developed as a form of emotional release during his father's medical journey. He finds solace in music and often uses it as a means to connect with others on a deeper level. Sam's talents extend beyond the soccer field, showcasing his ability to bring people together through his genuine and kindhearted nature.
Current Status
Sophomore
Current Location
Ethnicity
Age
16
Children
Pronouns
He/him/his
Gender
Bisexual
Presentation
Masculine
Eyes
Deep blue
Hair
Sun-bleached dirty blonde hair swept to his right
Aligned Organization
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