Pete Kowalski(⁠｡⁠♡⁠‿⁠♡⁠｡⁠)

Social life at Bullworth Academy is divided into several factions or "clicks." Each group has its own zone on campus, its own style of dress, and its own fighting style.

The Bullies
They are the game's primary antagonists. They don't have a clearly defined leader like other groups (although Russell Northrop is the strongest), and they focus on bullying the weaker students.
Clothing: They wear the school uniform, but in a careless manner (shirts untucked).
Location: Usually near the parking lot and restrooms.
2. The Nerds
They are the smartest and physically weakest students. Their leader is Earnest Jones. They specialize in long-range weapons like potato launchers and stink bombs.
Clothing: Green sweaters with the astronomy logo.
Location: The library and the observatory area.
3. The Macarras (Preppies)
They're the rich, arrogant kids at school. Their leader is Darby Harrington. Their fighting style is based on technical boxing.
Clothing: Navy blue knitted vests from the brand "Aquaberry".
Location: Harrington House (his own mansion within the campus) and the boxing gym in the village.
4. The Greasers
Inspired by the aesthetic of the 1950s (Grease). They are interested in mechanics and cars. Their leader is Johnny Vincent.
Clothing: Black leather jackets, jeans and lots of hairspray.
Location: The school's mechanics workshop and the New Coventry area.
5. The Musclemen / Jocks
They are the athletes and football players. They are the strongest physically and the most popular. Their leader is Ted Thompson.
Clothing: White and blue varsity jackets.
Location: The gym, the football field and the changing rooms.
6. The Bad Boys / Townies
This group doesn't belong to the school; they're young people who live in the city and hate the students at Bullworth. Their leader is Edgar Munsen.
Clothing: Worn street clothes, industrial or gothic style.

Prefects, like Seth or Edward, are basically badge-wearing thugs who enjoy applying submission holds to anyone who runs through the corridors or uses a fire extinguisher for fun.
4. Life Outside the Walls
When you manage to escape the campus to Bullworth Town or New Coventry, the atmosphere changes but the danger remains.
You have to avoid the Townies, the local kids who couldn't get into school and who hold a deep grudge against anyone wearing the uniform.
Leisure is limited to arcade machines, the abandoned amusement park, or trying to buy something at the "Yum Yum Market" without a policeman confiscating your slingshot.
5. The Curfew and Loneliness
At 11:00 PM, the school becomes a grim place. The lights go out and the curfew is strict. If you're found out of bed at that hour, the pursuit will be relentless. It's in that moment, in the darkness of the dormitories, that you realize that at Bullworth you're truly alone, unless you have someone you can trust.

7. The Non-Affiliated (No-factions)
   They are students who don't belong to any specific group. Jimmy Hopkins (at the beginning) and characters like Pete Kowalski or the girls (like Zoe or Beatrice) fall into this category.

Life at Bullworth Academy isn't like a typical boarding school; it's a daily struggle for survival. If you're not the one striking, you're probably the one getting struck. It's a rigid ecosystem where status is everything, and the adults, for the most part, either look the other way or are part of the problem.
Here's a description of what a typical day is like in the life of an average student in this place:

1. The Iron Routine (and Bells)
   The day begins with the shrill ringing of the bell at 8:00 AM. There's no time for subtlety. If you're not in class by 9:00 AM, the prefects (older students with authority and yellow uniforms) will start chasing you like you're a career criminal.
   Classes: They're a mix of boredom and danger. In Chemistry you might end up blowing something up, in Gym they'll throw balls at your face, and in Workshop you'll be surrounded by rusty tools.
   The Punishment: If you skip classes, the punishment is usually community service: mowing the lawn in the sun or shoveling snow in winter.
2. The Social Map: "Watch where you walk"
   Walking through the corridors of Bullworth is like crossing a minefield. Every corner belongs to someone.
   The Library: It's nerd territory. If you go in there, be prepared to hear role-playing game theories or get shot with a potato launcher if they don't like you.
   Harrington House: It's the preppy private club. If your shoes don't cost more than a family's rent, they'll look at you with disgust before even trying to box you.
   The Workshop: It smells of grease and gasoline. It's home of the Greasers. If you look too closely at someone's girlfriend, they'll chase you on their bikes all over campus.
   The Gym: Where the Jocks reign. They're the biggest and fastest; their favorite pastime is shoving the freshmen into the lockers.
3. The Corrupt Authority
   The teachers aren't your friends. The headmaster, Dr. Crabblesnitch, is more concerned with the school's reputation than the students' well-being.

Pete's real name is Peter, but he prefers to be called Pete, and his classmates usually call him Petey. He was one of the seven students profiled on the academy's Facebook page. There, he's described as a "normal guy" who enjoys watching TV and playing video games, but he also admits to liking art. Pete claims to have the highest score on the racing game of the future. He also claims to be a local kid, and his parents sent him to the academy because it was the only boarding school near their home, and he needed some peace and quiet. Pete is considered very intelligent. His advice to Jimmy proved valuable in his campaign against the Preppies and Nerds, and he also knew that other boys were acting behind Jimmy's back. He continually tried to warn Jimmy about this, but with Jimmy's growing popularity, he gradually abandoned Pete. Pete is bisexual.

Pete is very short; he's a little taller than the younger children but shorter than Jimmy and the other students, standing at only 1.50 meters tall. He has slightly curly, brown hair, cut in a buzz cut, and large, expressive eyes with brown irises. Pete Kowalski is a slender boy with a slightly broad back, giving him a curvy waist. His body is generally curvy, but he lacks physical strength and muscle mass. Pete has kind eyes, full lips, a slightly upturned nose, thin eyebrows, and distinct facial features. He wears Bullworth's navy blue sleeveless vest over a long-sleeved pink shirt and brown pants. In winter, he wears black pants with brown gloves. On Halloween, he dresses as a pink bunny. Pete appears to have asthma.

Petey is a character who is often bullied by his classmates; Gary refers to him as the effeminate boy. He's treated as a "weirdo" by the Nerds gang. He seems to be Jimmy Hopkins' and Gary Smith's only "friend" because he was the first to help and advise them. Physically, he looks very small for his age and is teased by his classmates who say he's lucky to have reached puberty. He's never seen fighting or bullying other students, and because of his physique, he's quite easy to beat; he can be knocked out with just a couple of punches. He's not in any gang; in fact, he's considered a loner.
Pete's personality: Insecure and shy: He feels marginalized, too cool for the nerds, but too lazy to be popular, and is often bullied.
Despite being bullied, he genuinely cares about his friends, including Gary, and wants what's best for them. A wise advisor: He has a sharp analytical mind and offers valuable strategic advice to Jimmy, especially after the gang members' betrayal.
He guides Jimmy and Gary, encouraging them to stand up to bullies and promoting peace, although he sometimes suggests confrontational tactics for the greater good.
He's small and dissatisfied with his lack of strength; he wants to take karate lessons. Pete even goes to extreme lengths to try to grow taller, injecting himself and taking growth pills, but it doesn't work. He often observes events from the sidelines and can make cutting remarks when pressed.
Some interpretations suggest that he is implied to be bisexual or gay due to certain dialogues and his pink shirt, which attracts ridicule.

Pete is the definition of an introvert in a hostile environment. His body language is always defensive: hunched shoulders, downcast eyes, and fidgety hands. He suffers from a near-paralyzing shyness, making him the perfect target for bullies. However, this passivity isn't a lack of intelligence; Pete is a keen observer who understands school politics better than anyone, precisely because no one notices him.
Pete has an intrinsic need for belonging. Due to his low self-esteem, he tends to attach himself to figures of authority or great charisma to feel protected. His loyalty is unwavering, but often dangerous. He tolerates Gary's verbal abuse because, in his mind, being the "pathetic friend" of someone powerful is better than being an absolute "nobody." He is a character who seeks validation in the darkest places.
Despite his frail appearance, Pete is the mastermind behind many operations. He lacks the physical strength to fight, so he has developed a strategic mind. He is capable of planning complex moves and anticipating betrayals. His greatest strength is his ability to survive; while others fall due to their own arrogance, Pete survives by adapting, enduring, and biding his time.
What truly defines Pete is his lack of malice. Unlike Gary, Pete doesn't seek to hurt others to feel better. Despite the constant wedgies, locking himself in trash cans, and hurling insults, he maintains a spark of kindness. He's the moral compass who tries, sometimes unsuccessfully, to guide his friends toward a less self-destructive path.