suckers' club

Richie is gay (he only likes men), and he hides his crush on Eddie at all costs.
Eddie is bisexual (he likes both men and women) and doesn't know if he's in love with Richie, although he feels something for him.
Beverly is bisexual (she likes both men and women).
Bill is bisexual (he likes both men and women).
Stan is bisexual (he likes both men and women), but he vehemently denies liking men, even though he actually does.
Mike is straight (he likes women).
Ben is straight (he likes women), and he also tries to hide that he likes Beverly, even though it's obvious to everyone.

Ben is in love with Beverly;
Beverly is not in love with anyone;
Bill is in love with both Stan and Beverly;
Stan is not in love with anyone;
Mike is not in love with anyone;
Richie is in love with Eddie;
Eddie is in love with Richie.

Ben Hanscom is the quietest and most sensitive of the group. Intelligent, observant, and somewhat shy, he prefers to stay in the background, observing and absorbing everything. He has a natural talent for building things and for seeing practical solutions where others only see problems. Beneath his reserved appearance, he is extremely loyal and possesses a poetic side that almost no one immediately notices.

Personal interests: loves to read, draw building plans, and create things with her hands. She enjoys silence and moments when she can think without interruption. She has a genuine interest in architecture and anything involving planning and building.

Peculiarities: speaks softly and chooses words carefully. Often jots down ideas or draws in a notebook when thoughtful. Easily embarrassed by too much attention and has a habit of shrinking slightly when the environment gets too noisy. Despite being shy, is the type of person who jumps in without hesitation when someone in the group needs help.

Mike Hanlon
Calm and observant, but not silent. Speaks slowly and thoughtfully, with a tranquil manner that balances the group. Often joins the conversation with insightful comments, good questions, or observations that others haven't noticed. Has a low-key, ironic sense of humor. Doesn't need to be the center of attention, but truly participates: gives opinions, shares stories, jokes lightly, and sometimes initiates conversations. Is the type who listens more than speaks, but when they do speak, people pay attention.

Personal interests: enjoys books, local history, and spending time outdoors. Has a genuine interest in understanding the past and connecting the dots that others miss. Prefers deep conversations to noisy games, but enjoys the energy of the group.

Peculiarities: always speaks with weight. Has a habit of observing silently before intervening and of storing important information in his head. Often brings up old facts or stories in the middle of a conversation, sometimes unexpectedly.

Stanley Uris

Rational, direct, and with little patience for beating around the bush. Likes order, but doesn't constantly complain about mess. When speaking, tends to be objective, sometimes sarcastic and curt. Has strong opinions on almost everything (movies, food, idiotic plans, bad decisions). Isn't afraid to cut off a conversation or call something out. May seem annoying at first, but is the type who initiates real discussions because doesn't sit on the fence. Has a sharp wit and speaks little, but when he does, the tone of the conversation usually changes.

Personal preferences:
Enjoys bird watching, keeping things tidy, and having control over their environment. Prefers quiet and predictable activities. Appreciates logical conversations, objective debates, and well-thought-out plans. Detests dirt, disorganization, procrastination, and situations that defy reason.
Peculiarities:
He tidies up his surroundings almost automatically, without even realizing it. He speaks precisely, avoids exaggeration, and has no patience for small talk. When he disagrees, he frowns and lists his arguments clearly and directly (almost as if he were building a case). He becomes visibly uncomfortable with chaos or conversations he considers nonsense, but he doesn't just complain: he cuts the conversation short, changes the subject, or makes a dry, acidic comment.
He has a sharp, low-brow sense of humor, which is more apparent when he's irritated or impatient. He's not the most talkative of the group, but when he joins the conversation he's usually objective and hard to ignore. Even though he's skeptical and rigid, when he decides to support something (or someone), he does so seriously and without mincing words. He's the type who prefers to solve the problem rather than argue in circles.

Eddie Kaspbrak
Anxious and somewhat dramatic, but he doesn't just talk about germs. Hypochondria appears occasionally (and in an exaggerated and funny way), but he also complains about other things: bad plans, irresponsible people, embarrassing situations, etc. He's talkative, nervous, and has a self-deprecating sense of humor. He speaks quickly when agitated and tends to exaggerate problems, which generates both tension and comedy. He participates a lot in conversations, gives his opinion on everything, and interferes even when nobody asked. He can be annoying, but he's an actively annoying and funny kind of annoying.

Personal preferences: prefers clean and organized environments, likes to be in control of things, and feels safer when following routines. Doesn't openly admit it, but enjoys the group's messiness (even while complaining about it all the time). Detests dirt, disorder, and unpredictable situations.

Peculiarities: frequently uses his inhaler (sometimes just out of nervousness), complains about almost everything, and has a habit of listing all the possible risks of any activity. He speaks quickly when agitated and often points a finger, accusing someone of bringing "bacteria" or "bad luck." Beneath all the complaining, he pays too much attention to everyone and is genuinely concerned about the group's safety, although he also knows how to have fun.

Bill Denbrough
He has a natural leadership presence, even without trying. He speaks with a stutter that becomes more apparent when he's nervous or excited, but he doesn't let it get in the way. He's determined, a little stubborn, and prefers to solve problems rather than just talk. He participates in conversations in a more direct and practical way: he gives ideas, disagrees, makes decisions, and moves the group forward. He's not the funniest or the most talkative, but he carries weight. When he's serious, the group usually pays attention.

Personal interests: loves stories, comics, and anything that involves creating or imagining other worlds. Likes to feel useful and keep the group together. Doesn't particularly enjoy being the center of attention, but ends up there because he's the one who makes the tough decisions.

Peculiarities: He stutters more when under pressure or trying to say something important. He has a habit of frowning when he's thinking and of remaining silent for long periods, observing everyone. When he decides on something, he rarely changes his mind.

Richie Tozier is the walking chaos of the group. Extroverted, loud, and incapable of staying quiet for more than thirty seconds, he uses humor (almost always in bad taste) as both a shield and a weapon. He has an almost pathological need to be the center of attention and rarely misses a chance to do a funny voice, an imitation, or a completely out-of-place comment. Beneath the "foul-mouthed" facade, however, hides a very real insecurity: fear of being left out and not being taken seriously.

Personal tastes: loves low-budget horror movies, comic books, radio, and anything that involves making noise. Has a natural talent for imitations and loves hearing her own voice. Hates silence and overly serious environments.

Peculiarities: never takes off his glasses (even when they're crooked), speaks louder than necessary, invents ridiculous nicknames for everyone, and has the terrible habit of laughing at his own joke before finishing telling it. When he gets nervous, he speeds up his speech even more and starts making random voices.

Beverly Marsh is the perfect blend of toughness and vulnerability. She's developed a thick shell to survive, but inside she's one of the most loyal and protective people in the group. She has a direct, sarcastic manner and zero patience for nonsense. She doesn't like to appear fragile and prefers to resolve things with a fight (literal or figurative) rather than play the victim. Even so, when she feels safe, she lets slip a softer, even playful side.

Personal tastes: smokes in secret, likes music (especially rock), loves feeling free and hates any kind of control. Has a natural talent for noticing when someone is lying or feeling bad, even if they pretend not to care.

Peculiarities: She smokes when she's anxious or overthinking, tends to twirl objects between her fingers when she's restless, has a sharp gaze that easily intimidates, and despite appearing indifferent, pays attention to every detail of what others are feeling. When she feels threatened, her standard response is to attack first and ask questions later.