Leonard Lawson

Leonard Lawson is a character that can be found within Thirlcrest Academy. He is currently a member of the Astronomy Club's Elder Council, and is portrayed by MischievousAnarchy.
==Appearance==
Leonard is a medium-sized member of the Astronomy Club, having recently had a growth spurt, resulting in him now standing at 5'8". He is a natural brunette with rather well-kept hair that is swept back, with a single strand falling in front of his face, hanging over the top of his black square-framed glasses. To compliment his luxurious brown hair, Leonard has a set of Hazel Brown eyes which glisten beneath the light. His glasses are held together by transparent tape due to the numerous altercations he has had with the Bruisers.
He can often be seen donning his signature black racing jacket, which contrasts strikingly with the striped variant of the Astronomy Club tie he opts to wear. This ensemble of clobber is further complimented by his bright green Astronomy Club vest. Hidden beneath the sleeve of his jacket sits an old watch, barely hanging onto his wrist as a result of it's old age, obviously being a heirloom of the Lawson Family.
==Characteristics==
Leonard is your stereotypical intellectual, a young man whose keen mind and sharp wit have earned him a reputation as one of the smartest students to ever attend Thirlcrest Academy. Unlike some of his peers, he is a master of deliberation, always thinking before acting, meticulously assessing every situation before making a well-thought decision.
He is remarkably easy to befriend, with his amiable nature and genuine interest in others making him a somewhat beloved member of the Astronomy Club. Naturally, he has an aversion to conflict and strives to maintain harmony in his interactions, though when push comes to shove, Leonard is no pushover. He is capable of defending himself and his beliefs with a surprising fierceness, often turning to the ruthless arsenal of tools at the Astronomy Club's disposal.
Although heavily underestimated, Leonard's intellect is his greatest weapon, as he wields it with unmatched precision. To those who decide to oppose him, Leonard can prove to be quite the handful, using his sharp mind to outmanoeuvre and outthink even the most formidable adversaries. Whilst Leonard lacks physical strength, his strategic brilliance more than compensates.
==Character Background==
Leonard Lawson was born and raised in Thirlcrest County, a place where his family's legacy in science and academia is deeply rooted. From a young age, Leonard demonstrated an exceptional intellect, a trait that was then nurtured by his parents, who both held prestigious positions in both scientific and academic fields. Their wealth ensured Leonard never wanted for resources, but it also set high expectations for his academic performance.
Despite what can only be referred to as a privileged upbringing, Leonard's childhood was far from idyllic, As in the public school system, his intelligence made him a target for bullies who adhered to the unfortunate dynamic of brawn overpowering brains. It was here he endured years of torment, his only reason to push on being his love for learning and the support of his family.
When he started at Fairview Remedial School, Leonard found a brief respite from his torment. Here, he met like-minded individuals, including the enigmatic Le Dominateur, the current leader of the Astronomy Club at Thirlcrest Academy, just not in person. The two bonded over an online roleplaying game, discovering a shared passion for science fiction. However, despite these new friendships, the bullying persisted, wearing down Leonard's spirit.
Recognizing their son's growing distress, Leonard's parents decided to withdraw him from Fairview Remedial School. They enrolled him in Thirlcrest Academy, a prestigious private institution known for its rigorous academic programs and affluent student body. Initially, Leonard was slated to join the Honor Programme, designed to further his academic excellence and position him among the future elite.
However, upon reconnecting with Le Dominateur at Thirlcrest, Leonard's priorities shifted. He found a true home in the Astronomy Club, where his passion for learning could flourish among peers who shared his interests. Choosing camaraderie and intellectual curiosity over prestige, Leonard declined the Honor Programme and immersed himself in the Astronomy Club's activities. His dedication and intelligence quickly propelled him through the ranks, and he earned the esteemed title of Elder. 
Though, the bullying continues at Thirlcrest Academy, this time worse than before, so Leonard has been forced to adapt for survival, using his intellect in many ways, even if they aren't good ways to make use of such a skill.
==Relationships==
===Marth Spengler | Close Friend, Rebuilding ===
Martha and Leonard had met each other through an interview Martha did on the Astronomy Club, from here, she gave him the nickname "Nard" and the two immediately connected, they had a solid friendship for a while until the Railyard Incident, which involved Leonard attacking her and another student, Lucille Wintergatan. This left some bad blood between the two, but it was cleared up, and they're back on track as friends, just easing into it once more.
===Le Dominateur | Leader, Mentor ===
Leonard and Le Dominateur have been acquainted for a while, stemming back to the days before Leonard's enrolment in Thirlcrest Academy. They had met through an online roleplay game, and had shared their interests, though, as time passed, Le Dominateur had to step up as the Leader of the Astronomy Club, meaning the two had stopped talking, though when Leonard enrolled in Thirlcrest Academy, him and Le Dominateur quickly became friends due to their shared interests, shortly after realising they had already been acquainted after a conversation sparked about the game they used to play.
=== Thomas Castle | Close Friend, Fellow Elder ===
Leonard had become acquainted with Thomas rather quick, as Thomas helped him come to terms after the Railyard Incident that nearly drove him insane. Since then the two have been getting along.
==Trivia==
✪ Leonard's Family, The Lawsons, fund Thirlcrest Academy's Science Department, sending them equipment to use in their lessons.
✪ Leonard was formerly blonde, but after a character rework, he went brunette.
✪ Leonard is a massive Star Wars fan, anything star wars themed will cause him to "nerd out".
✪ He is one of the few Astronomy Club members who you can buy contraband from, that is as long as it's on the Astronomy Club Market.