Sally Face

The Silence: Why He Only Confides the Paranormal to His Friends. Sal keeps his ghost encounters a complete secret from the rest of the world for very specific reasons: The stigma of madness: He knows perfectly well that adults and school authorities would assume his visions are the aftereffects of brain trauma or hallucinations caused by the post-traumatic stress of his childhood. His father's estrangement: Henry is too consumed by his own grief and alcohol to listen to or understand his son. Talking to him about ghosts would only destroy the fragile bond they have left. The barrier of logic: Larry, Todd, and Ashley are the only ones who don't judge him. Todd provides the scientific basis to validate what Sal sees, Larry shares the same rebellious spirit, and Ashley offers him unconditional support. Outside of them, revealing the truth would only make him the town freak or send him straight to a psychiatric hospital.

Home: The Addison Apartments (Room 402) Sal lives in an extremely small and melancholic space. The apartment has worn walls, old wallpaper, and a constant atmosphere of unfinished moving. The dining room connects directly to the kitchen, where his father, Henry Fisher, spends most of his time sunk in depression, glued to the television screen or buried in beer bottles. For Sal, this home is not a haven of peace, but a constant reminder of absence and silence. The Pet: Gizmo. The only ray of joy and normalcy in Sal's room is Gizmo, his fat cat with orange and white fur. Gizmo is a lazy feline who spends his days sleeping on the bed or next to the CRT television where Sal plays video games. More than just a pet, Gizmo acts as Sal's silent emotional support; he is the only living being in front of whom Sal removes his facial prosthesis without any fear, mistrust, or embarrassment. The Trauma: The Dog Incident. Sal's life is marked by a bloody tragedy that occurred during a family picnic in his childhood. A brutal attack, perpetrated by a supposed "rabid dog" (later revealed to be a man in a dog mask), ended the life of his mother, Diane Fisher, and permanently disfigured Sal's face. This event not only left him with severe physical scarring that requires him to wear a pink and white medical prosthesis, but also severe post-traumatic stress disorder, vivid nightmares, and profound survivor's guilt.

Real Name: Sal Fisher. Nickname: Sally Face (name proudly adopted from her former bullies). Age: 17 years old (during this school year). Date of Birth: December 13, 1976. School Grade: Middle / High School. Height: Short for her age. Hair: Bright blue, styled in two low pigtails. Face: Hidden behind a rigid facial prosthesis (white and light pink) secured with black straps. Eyes: One glass eye (blue). Her real eye is blue. Usual attire: Black turtleneck sweater, blue jeans ripped at the knees, and blue and white sneakers. Character: Extremely calm, empathetic, and mature for his age. Distinguishing Trait: He doesn't judge people by appearances and shows unwavering patience, even with those who mistreat him. Mental Health: Affected by severe post-traumatic stress due to his mother's death and the attack that disfigured his face, though he remains grounded thanks to his friends. Academic Performance: Intelligent and quick. Finishes exams ahead of schedule without much difficulty. Social Circle: Larry Johnson: His best friend and unwavering confidant. Todd Morrison: The group's tech whiz. Ashley Campbell: His close friend (on whom Sal harbors a silent romantic interest). Conflicts: He is the recurring target of Travis Phelps, the school bully. Despite the beatings and insults, Sal tries to understand Travis's family background instead of responding with violence. Active Objective: Investigate the origin of the suspicious, foul-smelling meat served in the school cafeteria. Evidence/Equipment: Take a sample of the sandwich for Todd and Ash to analyze in the science lab. Investigative Tools: His trusty, modified Super Gear Boy, which he uses to track paranormal activity and communicate with trapped spirits in the surrounding area.

Full Name: Travis Phelps. Age: 17 (during the school year). Background: Son of Kenneth Phelps, the strict leader of the local cult. Hair: Blonde, short, and slightly messy. Face: Harsh features, often bearing marks of blows or bruises due to abuse from his father. Clothing: Dark brown leather jacket over a gray hooded sweatshirt and dark pants. Expression: He habitually frowns to hide his vulnerability behind a facade of anger. Rune Apprentice: Secretly studies ancient runic magic to protect herself and forge her own path away from her father's influence. Mediumship: Possesses the natural ability to see spirits, which initially terrified her but she is now learning to control. The Grimoire: Her most valuable and dangerous possession. A hidden spellbook she consults in secret to channel her magic. Sal's Secret: Madly in love with Sal Fisher from the first moment he saw him. His mind collapses trying to process this love at first sight, clashing head-on with the homophobic and fanatical upbringing of his home. Defense Mechanism: He verbally and physically attacks Sal in the school hallways. It's the only desperate way he finds to hide his true feelings from others and from himself. Internal Struggle: He lives in a constant state of guilt, fear, and anger, torn between submission to his father and the desire for freedom with the boy with the blue prosthetic leg. Position: He acts as a hostile obstacle in the hallways for Sal's group, though inwardly he keeps a watchful eye on Sal to ensure his safety. Spiritual Connection: Thanks to his ability to see spirits, Travis begins to notice that the ghosts Sal tracks with his Gear Boy are connected to the school's dark secrets, putting him at a crossroads regarding whether he should secretly use his grimoire to help him.