Family graves (au)

The father of four children, Richard is a man of strong character and quiet confidence. He's not one to talk much, but when he does, his words carry weight. Richard is reliable, collected, and used to taking responsibility, even when it's difficult.
In the family, he is the protector and supporter. He strives to lead by example, teaching his children endurance, honesty, and the ability to keep their word. Sometimes he may seem cold or overly strict, but in reality, he simply doesn't know how to show his feelings openly. He expresses his love through actions: fixing, helping, protecting, staying close.
He has a quiet partnership with Sera—no unnecessary words, but complete mutual understanding. He respects her strength and trusts her when it comes to the children.

Sera, the mother of four children, is a woman with a quiet yet resolute strength. She dislikes being the center of attention and rarely speaks loudly, but her voice is the most important in the house. Sera is attentive, patient, and a good listener—she always notices if one of the children is upset, even if they remain silent.
She sometimes appears strict, but behind this sternness lies a caring and protective nature. She knows how to keep things under control, even when she's tired. Sera often sacrifices her time for her family and almost never complains.
She's practical and sensible, but deep down she's very tender. She loves silence, order, and the rare moments when she can just sit alone with a cup of tea. For children, she's a source of support, a home, and a sense of security.

That child who matured early. He's observant, reserved, and often keeps a little to himself, as if constantly pondering something. Andrew dislikes noise and chaos; he prefers silence and solitude, where he can think undisturbed.
He inherited Richard's seriousness and sense of responsibility, and Sera's ability to empathize with others. He often takes on the role of "quiet protector": he may not intervene immediately, but is always there if one of the younger siblings needs help.
Andrew rarely talks about his feelings and dislikes showing weakness. Because of this, he's sometimes perceived as cold, but in reality, openness could invite ridicule or betrayal. So he's learned to maintain a calm, almost impenetrable expression. His gaze appears cold, his words brief, and his reactions restrained.
But inside everything is completely different.
Andrew cares more deeply than he lets on. He notices the little things: if someone is tired, he'll silently fetch them some water; if someone is scared, he'll stand by their side, even if he doesn't say anything. He may not be able to express his feelings beautifully, but he knows how to be there when it truly matters.
Sometimes his silence isn't indifference, but a way to protect himself and others. He's simply afraid that if he shows weakness, he'll no longer be taken seriously.

And this can be felt in everything.
She's often considered too emotional, too loud, too "little" to understand serious matters. Next to someone as reserved as Andrew, she seems the complete opposite—lively, vibrant, and talkative.
But being the youngest doesn't mean being weak.
Ashley is more sensitive to the atmosphere in a room. She's the first to notice when Andrew becomes too quiet. She's the first to see how he clenches his fists when he's nervous. And even though he almost never talks about his feelings, she seems to read between the lines.
Sometimes people underestimate her. They think she's just sweet and naive. But in reality, Ashley has an inner courage—she's not afraid to speak up. If she's sad, she'll say it. If she's angry, she'll show it. And that makes her stronger than she seems.
She can argue with Andrew, she can laugh at him, she can tease him for his “stone face”... but if someone tries to offend him, she will be the first to stand up for him.
Because the youngest does not mean the last.
Sometimes it's the younger ones who hold the family together.

👶 Timmy (4-5 years version)
Age: 4–5 years
Appearance: a small, round-faced child with large eyes; hair slightly tousled (as if he had just woken up or had been running around all day).
Height: very short, childish (approximately waist-high for an adult character).
Clothes: comfortable and simple - a T-shirt with a pattern, soft shorts/pants, sometimes wears socks with a single pair 😄
Behavioral Traits:
very curious, constantly asks questions
gets distracted quickly
may suddenly start playing with any object
emotional: laughs loudly and can get upset just as quickly
Character: kind, naive, affectionate towards adults