Boarding school

Nickname: Nike Age: 16 years old Description: Twin brother of Mike, with congenital deformities of the jaw and nasolabial fold. Parents abandoned them after birth, which made them close. Kind and sincere, they box with Kupone, demonstrating strength and endurance. Mike is the more taciturn of the brothers, and loves to draw superhero comics. He communicates with Drone about the trauma of abandonment. He is friends with Burevest from B1 because of their shared sport. Appearance: Average height, muscular build, with a deformed face and short hair. Wears athletic shorts and t-shirts. Role: Room defender, helps Misha and others. Kupov sees coaching potential in him.

Nickname: Mike Age: 16 years old Description: Twin brother of Nike, same deformities. More talkative, likes to joke to hide the pain of parental rejection. Practices boxing, excelling in speed. Helps Cucaracha with music, sings in the choir. Works on self-esteem with Drone, friends with Leo from B1 through basketball. Appearance: Identical to Nayk: muscular build, deformed face, short hair. Wears sportswear with boxer prints. Role: The joker of the room, relieves tension. The coupon encourages his leadership in training.

Nickname: Misha Age: 16 years old Description: He has Down syndrome; his parents have been stripped of their parental rights, so the boarding school is his only family. He is kind and sociable, loves to help others, especially the twins Mike and Mike with boxing (although he doesn't participate himself). He attends special classes with Gerda (although it's for girls, she helps when needed). He works on social skills with Drone. Sometimes he becomes the object of jokes, but Coupon severely punishes those who do it. Appearance: Chubby, with a wide smile and short hair. He wears simple sweaters and trousers, always carrying his favorite backpack. Role: The heart of the room, lifts spirits with hugs or help. The coupon protects him and teaches the boys respect.

Nickname: Cockroaches Age: 17 years old Description: His parents are indifferent, calling once a year, which makes him cynical, but he hides it behind his love of music and dance. He sings in the choir with Roy from B1, and attends a music club. He has trouble concentrating, so Coupon directs his energy into boxing and football. He is friends with Kryva from B1 because of their shared restlessness. He works on self-esteem with Drone because he feels "forgotten". Appearance: Short in stature, agile, with long hair tied in a ponytail. Wears colorful shorts and t-shirts, often with headphones. Role: Room dancer and entertainer, organizes impromptu performances. The coupon uses his energy for team games.

Nickname: Kebab Age: 17 years old Description: Abandoned in an orphanage as a child, he has a talent for cooking – he often asks permission to prepare simple meals for the boys in the kitchen. Cheerful, but with a deep longing for a "normal family," which manifests in melancholic conversations with Drone. Plays basketball and football, friends with Leo from B1 through shared games. His parents are unknown, so he fantasizes about them in his diary. Sometimes helps Roy from B1 conduct tours for newcomers. Appearance: Tall, slender, with tanned skin and curly hair. He wears brightly colored t-shirts with culinary prints and sneakers. Role: The room's cook and peacemaker, defusing tension with jokes or treats. The coach respects his initiative but makes sure he doesn't miss training.

Nickname: Hrushevsky (Greek) Age: 16 years old Description: An orphan, he is passionate about Ukrainian history and politics, often reading books about figures like Hrushevsky. He possesses leadership qualities, but due to the trauma of orphanhood, he is withdrawn and rarely shares his emotions. He helps Kupun organize sports events in the room, attends a speech club, and is a football player. He sometimes conflicts with Burevist from B1 due to differing views on discipline. He talks to Drone about his dreams of a "great future." His parents died in an accident, and he has lived in an orphanage since childhood. Appearance: Average height, slender build, with thick dark hair and a serious expression. He wears reading glasses and simple sweaters with jeans. Role: The intellectual of the group, organizes discussions or readings, but Coupon encourages him to do more sports to relax.

The following people live in B2: Greek, Kebab, Cockroach, Misha, Nike, and Mike.

Dormitory B2 is the same as B1.

The following reside in B1: Hop-Hop, Leo, Leroy, White, Storm, Curve.

The room is spacious and bright. It's cluttered with books and sports equipment.

The dormitory has its own toilet and shower, as well as an entrance hall-living room.

Along one wall stand three bunk beds, and along the other wall are tables and cabinets.

Nickname: Kryva Age: 17 years old Description: Has ADHD, a kind and handsome boy who can't sit still. An orphan, which makes him sensitive to the support of educators. He is fond of sports, but often misses classes due to restlessness. A football player. Kupon tries to discipline him. Appearance: Tall, thin, with messy hair and a big smile. Wears jeans and sneakers, often forgets to button his jacket. Role: A cheerleader who relieves tension in the room, but sometimes annoys Hop-hop with his disorganization.

Nickname: Stormwind Age: 16 years old Description: A mentally complex person with peculiarities of psychophysical development. He plays all kinds of sports to be disciplined and restrained, but often gets into arguments with boys and teachers. Football player. Works a lot with Drone on self-control. Parents are deprived of parental rights. Appearance: Stocky, with a short beard, always looking tense. Wears athletic clothing, often torn from activity. Role: An outsider in the room, but Coupon helps him channel his energy into sports, which reduces conflict.

Nickname: Leroy (Roy) Age: 17 years old Description: Cheerful, charismatic and sincere, responsible for introducing newcomers to the boarding school and conducting excursions. Has a good voice, is involved in the speech club and sings in the choir. Sometimes his parents take him on weekends, but he is more attached to the boarding school. Football player. Appearance: Medium height, with a wide smile, dark hair, and expressive eyes. Wears bright T-shirts and caps. Role: Brightens the mood in the room, makes friends with everyone. Kupon entrusts him with communication with newcomers.

Nickname: White Age: 16 years old Description: Student council clerk, limited mobility, uses a wheelchair. Intellectual, loves to read and analyze. His parents are indifferent, which makes him withdrawn, but he opens up in communication with Hop-hop and Leo. Helps with council documents and ideas for events. Appearance: Thin, with pale skin (hence the nickname), short blond hair, and glasses. Wears comfortable sweaters and jeans. Role: The brains of the room, giving advice to Hop-hop. Coupon respects him for his intelligence but encourages him to socialize more with others.

Nickname: Leo Age: 17 years old Description: The oldest in the dormitory, Hop-Hop's best friend. He can't keep up with his friend, so he often takes 3rd–4th place in achievements. He plays football and basketball, attends a music club. He meets Kitty, the head of the girls. His parents don't want to see him, which upsets him, but he hides it behind his cheerful disposition. Appearance: Average height, athletic build, curly dark hair. Wears sneakers and music-print T-shirts. Role: The soul of the company, supports Hop-hop and helps him organize the council. Coupon trusts him to keep order in the room.

Nickname: Hop-hop Age: 17 years old Description: The best student in the school, the head of the student council, the head of the boys. He strives to be the first in everything, dreams of leading a boarding school (this or that). Due to the syndrome of the excellent student, he suffers from anxiety, sleep problems and nervous breakdowns. He often communicates with Drone for psychological support and with Argentina, whom he finds attractive after he accidentally saw her in a luxurious dress. Many girls like him, but avoids relationships. Captain of the football team, does boxing with Coupon and attends the speech club. His parents were deprived of parental rights, he has lived in a boarding school since childhood. Appearance: Tall, thin, with neat hair, always wearing a neat uniform or sportswear. Has a strained smile and dark circles under his eyes from lack of sleep. Role: Leader of the room, organizes the boys but sometimes annoys them with his perfectionist nature. Coupon respects his ambitions but tries to teach him to relax.

Children aged 12 to 17 live and study here. Everyone has their own surname, even the administration and teachers.

Teacher (rooms D5–D6, girls 13–15 years old)

Name and surname: Lidiya Igorevna Skrypka Nickname: Gerda Age: 46 years old Description: Strict, but kind, seems cold due to her restraint in showing emotions. In fact, she loves her girls very much, although it is difficult for her to show it openly. She has extensive experience working with teenagers, knows how to find an approach to complex characters. Appearance: Tall, thin, with graying hair tied in a braid, wears classic blouses and skirts. Role: Monitors discipline, conducts ethics and self-development classes, supports girls in difficult situations.

Teacher (rooms D7–D8, girls 11–13 years old) Name and surname: Halyna Petrovna Melnychuk Nickname: Ba Age: 58 years old Description: Kind and affectionate, a real “grandmother” for the youngest girls. Always ready to listen, tell a story or help with homework. Creates a cozy atmosphere in the rooms, which is especially important for the youngest students. Appearance: Short, plump, with gray hair, wears flowery dresses and scarves. Always carries candy for the girls. Role: Helps the youngest adapt to the boarding school, organizes creative evenings and games, teaches girls needlework.

Teacher (rooms D1–D2, girls 16–17 years old) Name and surname: Daria Olegovna Sribna Nickname: Argentina Age: 23 years old Description: For girls aged 16–17, she is a friend, not just a teacher, thanks to which she quickly found a common language with them, unlike old-fashioned teachers. A subtle psychologist and psychiatrist, she knows how to listen and support. The boys don't like her, so the girls don't see her as a competitor. Sometimes she breaks the rules, helping the girls get cigarettes, alcohol, or condoms, but she does it carefully. Appearance: Full-figured, wears thick-rimmed glasses, has her hair tied in a messy bun, and wears simple sweaters and skirts. Role: Creates a trusting atmosphere for older girls, leads conversations about relationships and self-discovery, and helps solve their teenage problems.

Teacher (rooms D3–D4, girls 14–15 years old) Name and surname: Kateryna Vasylivna Dovgan Nickname: Two Age: 34 years old Description: Similar to "Coupon" in her work style: strict but fair, has unquestionable authority among all the girls in the boarding school. Plays sports (probably athletics or fitness), is friends with "Coupon", and there is a possible love interest between them. Energetic, maintains discipline, but knows how to be friendly. Appearance: Athletic, of average height, with short dark hair, wears jeans, skinny jeans, or sweatshirts with bright prints. Role: Organizes sports competitions for girls, conducts motivational talks, helps develop leadership qualities.

Tutors for boys Tutor (rooms B1–B2, boys 16–17 years old) Name and surname: Roman Igorovich Stadnytskyi Nickname: Coupon Age: 36 years old Description: Strict and strong, has unquestionable authority among the boys in rooms B1–B2 thanks to clear rules and a fair approach. He is respected by the other boys in the boarding school for his ability to resolve conflicts. He organizes boxing training. Appearance: Tall, muscular, short dark hair, always wears a sports uniform. Role: Monitors the discipline of older boys, teaches them responsibility and self-control.

Teacher (rooms B3–B4, boys 14–15 years old) Name and surname: Mykola Stepanovych Hnatiuk Nickname: Major Age: 58 years old Description: An experienced teacher who has worked at the boarding school for over 20 years. Close in seniority to the director Viktor Lytvyn. Has a strict but fatherly approach, loves to tell stories from life. The boys respect him for his wisdom. Appearance: Medium height, strong, with gray hair, wears glasses, pants and a shirt. Role: Helps 14–15 year old boys adapt to adolescence, holds conversations about morals and values.

Teacher (rooms B5–B6, boys 12–13 years old) Name and surname: Anna Pavlovna Shevchuk Nickname: Styozhka Age: 24 years old Description: Recently settled, energetic and friendly. Thanks to her charisma, she is liked by boys aged 15–17, who often offer her help (for example, with cleaning or organizing events). She works with younger boys, helping them adapt to the boarding school. Appearance: Tall, slim, with long blonde hair, often wears light dresses or jeans. Role: Organizes games, creative activities, helps 12–13 year old boys with homework.

Director Name and surname: Viktor Petrovych Lytvyn Nickname: Shar Age: 60 years old Description: Authoritative among the staff, has headed the boarding school for 15 years. Respected among the students due to his age and position, but does not have strong personal authority. Appearance: Very thin, with a round head. Role: Manages the overall activities of the institution, is responsible for strategic development and interaction with higher education authorities.

Deputy Director for Educational Work Name and surname: Olena Sergiyevna Shved Nickname: Serga Age: 47 years old Description: Responsible for the implementation of new educational programs and cooperation with the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine. Has experience in teaching mathematics. Appearance: Tall, slim, always wears massive earrings. Role: Coordinates the educational process, develops the schedule, and provides methodological support to teachers.

Deputy Director for Educational Work Name and surname: Andriy Vasilyevich Kravets Nickname: Anderson Age: 35 years old Description: Actively involves students in sports and creative activities, is the coach of the school football team. Appearance: Short, strong build, short gray hair. Role: Organizes extracurricular activities, sports competitions, creative circles, maintains discipline.

Psychologist Name and surname: Artem Yuriyovich Voitov Nickname: Drone Age: 27 years old Description: Specializes in working with orphans, uses art therapy to provide psychological support to students. Appearance: Young, handsome, has tattoos. Role: Conducts individual and group classes, helps students with social adaptation and emotional difficulties.