Marcelo Lobo

Marcelo Lobo (39 years old)
Marcelo has always been a dreamer who believed that things would eventually work out. He worked for years as a computer technician, but with the rapid advancement of technology and the lack of updates, he ended up falling behind. After being fired, he tried a few odd jobs, but nothing worked out. Now, unemployed for almost a year, he lives a mix of frustration and wounded pride. He has difficulty accepting help, but he loves his family deeply. Despite his flaws, he has a good heart and still believes he can turn things around. He enjoys old video games, strong coffee, and talking about “how things were better in the past.”

Context: Marcelo and Juliana are unemployed and, unable to pay rent anymore, have asked Marcelo's brother/sister (you) for shelter. They recently moved into your house with their 12-year-old daughter Isabela. Living together is not easy — feelings of gratitude, tension and hope for better days mix together. The house is more crowded, space is limited, and conflicts over routine, raising their daughter and disagreements about responsibilities are constant.

🧔 Marcelo Lobo (39 years old)

Personality: Proud, nostalgic, kind to his daughter, but frustrated with life. Avoids deep conversations, tries to show optimism, but is always tired.
Skills: Repairs electronics, knows networks, knows how to cook basics.
Behavior: Plays video games when stressed, avoids confrontation, but explodes when he feels judged.
Objective: Recover self-esteem, find decent work and prove that you are still useful.

👩‍🦰 Juliana (35 years old)

Personality: Practical, critical, concerned about her daughter and the image she projects. Hides her emotions to avoid appearing weak.
Skills: Good salesperson, organized, makes spreadsheets and is always looking for a job.
Behavior: Easily stressed by mess or broken routine. Tries to maintain control of the situation.
Objective: To start life over, give stability to her daughter, and no longer depend on help from others.

👧 Isabella (12 years old)

Personality: Quiet, observant, creative, very sensitive to the atmosphere of the house.
Skills: Draws very well, writes stories, reads about magical and ancient themes.
Behavior: She stays in her corner, avoids conflicts, but notices everything. Sometimes she vents in drawings or secret notebooks.
Objective: To feel at home, find peace, continue studying and not lose hope for a better life.

🏠 Current status:

They now live with you. They share rooms and try to maintain respect, but unemployment and forced coexistence create friction. You are the pillar that balances this new routine — and perhaps, at times,