Jackson RPG Diary

Later (around episodes 49-50), after Pamela tells Jackson what happened the previous year and after Exer has revealed her powers to him, Jackson explodes. He believes (incorrectly at the time) that Exer also used magic to force Pamela's change of appearance or to manipulate her.

Jackson confronts Exer in the school hallway, grabs him by the neck, and begins punching him hard. Overwhelmed, Exer loses control of his magic and shoves Jackson against the lockers (causing a cut above his eyebrow). Jackson continues to hit him.

David and Brenda hear the screams and rush over. David tackles Jackson to separate them and protect Exer, but Jackson kicks him, knocking him unconscious. At that moment, Jackson also starts yelling about all the "secrets" and mean things the REDs (Exer, David, and Ron) have done to him since he arrived, and he's about to publicly reveal Exer's magic.

Pamela intervenes and stops Jackson. In front of the principal and teachers, she says that Jackson started the fight. Due to the school's zero-tolerance policy, Jackson is punished with daily detention for a full month (including Saturdays). Although the formal punishment is primarily for Jackson, the entire group is affected and "punished" by having to work in the kitchen of the school cafeteria (David, Exer, Pamela, Brenda, and Ron).

During rehearsals and the performance of the school musical Lost Lady , Exer plays the antagonist (Dalton), while Jackson and Brenda are the romantic leads (Julian and Ruby). There is a lot of tension between Jackson and Exer due to Exer's lingering jealousy and because his magic goes out of control when he's near Jackson.

On opening night, during the performance (specifically at the climactic moment on stage), Exer's green magic is unintentionally unleashed. This causes Jackson to faint on stage in front of the entire audience. The show is interrupted, chaos ensues, and Jackson ends up hospitalized/injured from the fall and the impact of the magic.

That moment is a major turning point: Exer feels extremely guilty because he knows it was his magic that caused the fainting spell. It's one of the triggers that leads him to go to Jackson's house afterward to sincerely apologize and try to fix things.

Exer quits football and starts working as a barista at Cup O' Cat, a cat café owned by Jolie's mother. He becomes famous for making the best lattes in town. The café becomes an important place: it's where Ronald takes David to reconcile with Exer after their estrangement. Bailey, Dylan, and Marco (Pamela's brother) also work there, and they affectionately tease Exer about how obvious his crush on David is. Exer burns himself in the kitchen more than once, and the café's atmosphere provides him with a quieter space away from the pressures of high school. The cat: Lucy-furr (Lucifer)

Exer has a black cat named Lucy-furr. She also has magical powers very similar to Exer's (green smoke, etc.). Exer tries to hide the cat's powers, but his father, Harry (who is a therapist and author), notices and begins experimenting/researching with her. When Exer discovers this, he finally confesses his own powers to his father. Harry supports him and tries to help him. The cat becomes an important element of the supernatural mystery and the bond between Exer and his magic. Relationship Development:
Exer and David: They go from best friends to a couple. David (who had repressed feelings) discovers Exer's past with Brenda and distances himself. They later reconcile at the Cup O' Cat. They have honest conversations, Exer admits he sees him as more than a friend, and they end up kissing (with green magic effects). David even starts to see Exer's magic at some point.
Jackson processes the anger, fear, and betrayal. He goes to therapy (ironically with Exer's father, Harry) and slowly rebuilds relationships.
Pamela and Brenda rebuild their friendship. The group of friends (the REDs) tries to recover.
Exer's magic becomes more unstable ("magical attacks"). Jackson's journal is much more focused on Exer and his actions.

The year is 1989. There are no cell phones, no internet, no social media. Music is listened to on cassettes and Walkmans, important conversations are held in person or written down, and a teenager's life revolves around school, friends, secrets, and things left unsaid.

In this world lives Jackson Smith , the protagonist of the story. He is seventeen years old and has just started his senior year at Jeanes High School , a seemingly ordinary high school in a small American town. Jackson isn't from here… or at least not entirely. He spent several years in foster homes after his biological mother died when he was eight.

Ronald “Ron” Novikov - Very tall and muscular (intimidating presence). - Long, straight, blue-dyed hair (often tied back or styled). - Gray eyes. - Silver ear piercings (several in one ear and one in the other). - Square jaw, soft freckles, and slightly rosy cheeks. - Serious or “angry” expression at rest, even when not angry. - Rocker/alternative style. ### Ken Okamoto - *Short black hair with green streaks (changes them to red for Halloween). - Thick, black eyebrows. - Almond-shaped black eyes. - Fair, golden complexion. - Small silver nose piercing and black earrings. - Sometimes wears a crop top Tops.

• Striking and youthful style.

###* Jolie Sea *

• Short, curly black hair.
• Black eyes.
• Thin eyebrows and long eyelashes.
• Warm brown skin with black freckles above her nose.
• Usually wears makeup (eyeshadow and dark brown lipstick).
• Wears different earrings almost every day (many handmade).

###* Timothy *

• Short stature (the smallest of the group).
• Red hair styled to one side.
• Light brown square glasses.
• More discreet and reserved appearance.

###* Adults *

• Frank Smith (Uncle Frank) *

• Black hair styled Gray hair. - Light green eyes. - Thin black glasses. - Lightly tanned complexion.* Carol Smith (Aunt Carol): - Blonde, calm, warm, and approachable adult woman with a maternal and accessible appearance. Harry Campbell (Exer's father) : - Adult man with a dark complexion. - Wears glasses. - Has facial hair (beard or goatee). - Professional appearance (therapist). William Miller (David and Brenda's father)
• High.
• Red/curly and messy hair.
• Well-trimmed knob.
• Sharp blue eyes.
• Thick and usually furrowed eyebrows.
• Complexion with soft freckles.
• Intimidating and severe presence.

Jackson Smith - Dark brown hair, messy and styled upwards. - Gray eyes. - Thick eyebrows. - Fair complexion. - Athletic build. - Has a small scar on his left eyebrow (the result of an accident involving Exer's magic). The scar leaves the eyebrow slightly split. - Usually wears headphones around his neck. - Casual 80s clothing: t-shirts, sweatshirts, light jackets. ### Exer Campbell - Tawny/brown hair, fluffy and voluminous. It grows longer throughout the series. - Thick black eyebrows. - Amber eyes. When he uses magic, they turn a bright neon green and emit a glow. - He has dimples when he smiles. - Darker complexion. - Muscular body. - Clean and attractive style: tucked-in shirts, sweaters, fitted T-shirts, or crop tops. ### David Miller - Longer, wavy blond hair. - Blue eyes. - Fair and slender complexion. - Medium-tall height (a little taller than Exer and slightly taller than Jackson). - Usually dresses colorfully: cheerful sweaters, button-down shirts, jeans, and sometimes sunglasses. - Generally cheerful and open expression. ### Pamela Lopez *- Long, dark brown hair. - Tan/brown skin. - Brown eyes Lighter.

• Darker and more gothic style: black or dark-colored clothing, heavy makeup (including darker lips).
• In season 2 she is also seen with more varied looks (after a makeover).

###* Brenda Miller

• Bright and attractive appearance (the prototype of a popular and cheerleading girl).
• Hair usually styled in a neat and feminine way.
• Soft features and a kind expression.
• Colorful, cheerful clothing appropriate to her role as a cheerleader and popular girl of the 80s (skirts, blouses, more "preppy" outfits or cheerleader at events).

Jackson Smith (17 years old) returns to his hometown in 1989 to live with his aunt Carol and uncle Frank after years in the foster care system. He begins his senior year at Jeanes High. He is intelligent, athletic, bilingual, and seems "perfect," but he feels out of place. He meets Exer Campbell (the most popular boy, a star football player) and his best friend, David Miller. From the first day, green smoke/magic phenomena appear that only Jackson can see. These phenomena (caused by Exer, although at first no one knows) cause him constant problems: he slips in the cafeteria and spills on Pamela Lopez, he mistakenly enters the girls' locker room and takes her skirt, he hallucinates her angry, etc. Exer uses his magic (linked to his emotions) to spite Jackson out of jealousy: Jackson steals the spotlight and attracts the attention of Brenda (David's sister and Exer's former secret girlfriend). The magic frequently gets out of control. Pamela and Brenda had been best friends. The previous year, Pamela tried to publicly expose Exer's powers, and he humiliated her. Brenda distanced herself from both of them. Jackson and Pamela grow closer, work together, and begin dating. There's a school musical where Jackson and Brenda have the lead roles. During the performance, Exer's magic causes Jackson to faint. Exer feels guilty, apologizes, and they begin to become friends. When Pamela tells Jackson about the previous year, he confronts Exer. Exer finally reveals his powers to Jackson. Jackson becomes enraged, punches Exer, and distances himself from almost everyone. He ends up in detention. In the season finale (Halloween dance), the truth is revealed to Pamela. Jackson's childhood journal appears, emitting a mysterious glow and having a strong connection to Exer's magic.

Appearance: Short, red hair styled to the side, square glasses. Personality and mannerisms: Quiet, observant, helps from the background. More reserved than Ken, he is shy but witty. Relationships: Friend of Ken , Jolie , and Jackson . He has an implied crush on Ron (although Ron thinks he's afraid of him).

• Personality and behavior: *
  Kind, protective, and capable of defending herself and her loved ones when necessary. She is part of the detention group along with Ken and Timothy.

• Relationships: *
  Close friend of* Jackson , Ken , and Timothy .

• Frank Smith (Uncle Frank) *
  Appearance: Black hair with gray streaks, combed back, thin glasses.
  Personality: Affectionate, jokey, supportive of Jackson. He has a good relationship with him and Carol.

• Carol Smith (Aunt Carol) *
  Personality: Affectionate, protective, also likes to joke with Jackson about his love life. She is very fond of Jackson's friends.

• Harry Campbell (Exer's father) *
  He is a therapist. Affectionate, understanding, and proud of his son. He has a close relationship with Exer. In season 2, he learns several difficult things and is shown to be worried and tired, but he continues to support him. He develops an almost paternal relationship with Jackson at one point.

• William Miller (David and Brenda's father)
  Personality: Aggressive, authoritarian, impatient, and openly homophobic. He is an intimidating and harmful presence. He rejects and emotionally abuses David when he discovers his relationship with Exer.

• Appearance and Clothing: *
  Short black hair with green streaks, nose piercing, and earrings. Sometimes wears crop tops. Eye-catching and youthful style.

• Personality and Behavior: *
  Playful, theatrical, loyal, and protective of his friends. Uses puppets to play pranks. Knows when to be serious. Very supportive of Jackson.

• Relationships: *
  Best friend of* Jackson , Jolie, and Timothy . Has a crush/flirtation with Brenda .

• Appearance and Clothing: *
  Very tall and muscular, long blue-dyed hair, ear piercings, intimidating serious expression. Rocker/alternative style.

• Personality and Behavior: *
  Seems intimidating, but is sweet, loyal, and observes more than he speaks. Speaks with an accent/imperfect English. Values ​​his friends and hates unnecessary conflicts. He's quite gossipy, though he claims to be well-informed. He also loves food and sweets.

• Relationships (Season 2): *

• Part of the REDs group with* Exer and David *.
• More neutral/respectful relationship with* Jackson *.
• Gets along well with* Brenda .

• Appearance and Clothing: *
  Bright and attractive appearance, typical cheerleader. Colorful, cheerful clothing appropriate for her popular role at school (skirts, blouses, cheerleader uniforms for events).

• Personality and Behavior: *
  Kind, empathetic, protective, and has a positive presence. She matures considerably in season 2 regarding secrets and supporting her brother. She can be firm when defending someone.

• Relationships (Season 2):

• David 's twin sister (fully supports him with Exer).
  - Exer 's ex, now just friends.
• Friendship with Pamela being rebuilt *.
• More distant/neutral relationship with* Jackson .

• Appearance and Clothing: *
  Longer wavy blond hair, blue eyes, slim build. Usually wears colorful sweaters, button-down shirts, jeans, and sometimes sunglasses. Cheerful and colorful style.

• Personality and Behavior: *
  Extroverted, direct, loyal, and sometimes socially awkward. Very protective of his sister. In season 2, he confronts his feelings and family rejection, showing more vulnerability, although he continues to try to maintain a positive attitude.

• Relationships (season 2):

• Exer 's boyfriend *.
• Very close twin brother to* Brenda *(she supports him).
• Seeks to reconcile with* Jackson *.
• Accepts* Pamela *as part of the group.
• Ron's friend*

• Appearance and Clothing: *
  Fluffy brown/orange hair, thick eyebrows, amber eyes that turn bright green when he uses magic, dimples when he smiles. More muscular build. He usually wears tucked-in shirts, sweaters, tight t-shirts, or tank tops. Clean and attractive 80s popular boy style.

• Personality and Behavior: *
  Confident on the outside, but internally filled with guilt, fear of rejection, and self-loathing for his magic. He can be protective and loyal to those he cares about, but also impulsive and destructive when he loses control. In season 2, he becomes more vulnerable and seeks to repair the damage.

• Relationships (season 2):

• David 's boyfriend .
• Tense relationship with Jackson , but in the process of being repaired .
• Pamela 's friend (they have reconciled). Good relationship with Brenda (she supports his relationship with David). Close friend of Ron .

• Appearance and Clothing: *
  Hairy, messy dark brown hair, gray eyes, thick eyebrows, fair complexion, and athletic build. He has a small scar on his left eyebrow. He usually wears 80s-style casual clothing: T-shirts, sweatshirts, light jackets, and almost always headphones hanging around his neck.

• Personality and Behavior: *
  Intelligent, observant, bilingual, and very prone to overthinking. He is kind and polite, but socially awkward and feels out of place. He tries to clear up misunderstandings and is very careful not to upset anyone. When he feels betrayed or overwhelmed, he can explode. In season 2, he carries the power of his diary (visions/manifestations of the future) and the emotional weight of everything that has happened.

• Relationships (Season 2): *
  -* Pamela 's boyfriend *.

• He has forgiven* Exer *towards the end of the season.
• More distant/neutral relationship with* David and Brenda *.
• Close friends:* Ken, Jolie, and Timothy .

• Appearance and Clothing: *
  Long, dark brown hair, tan skin, light brown eyes. Darker/gothic style: black or dark clothing, heavy makeup. In season 2, she is also seen with slightly more varied looks after makeovers.

• Personality and Behavior: *
  Sarcastic, direct, and defensive due to the bullying she suffered. Underneath, she is loyal, intelligent, and kind-hearted. She speaks Spanish fluently. In season 2, she is more integrated and confident.

• Relationships (season 2): *
  -* Jackson 's girlfriend *.

• Restored friendship with* Brenda .
• Exer 's friend *(reconciled).
• Accepted by* David and the rest of the group.