Charlotte 'C.J.' Jacobs

Charlotte Jacobs is a character affiliated with the Townies and is a student of Fairview Remedial School. She is portrayed by totally_notsunny.
==Appearance==
Charlotte has olive-toned skin and her facial features are commonly characterized by sullen teal eyes. These eyes are naturally framed with furrowed brows, showcasing Charlotte's usual expression. Her brown hair falls in wavy, unkempt locks down to her shoulders, often styled in a half-up, half-down fashion. Since Charlotte doesn’t have the luxury of spending time on elaborate styling, her hairstyle frequently changes, mirroring her busy lifestyle.
Charlotte also has a mesomorphic build, which is a result of her active and demanding routine, being constantly on the move from one job to the next. Her clothes, however, tell another story. Often wearing hand-me-downs or pieces “borrowed” from the store, her outfits can appear mismatched and disproportionate to her frame. The tags are sometimes still visible, indicating her pragmatic approach to acquiring clothing. Despite the ill fit and mix of styles, Charlotte carries herself with a sense of purpose, preferring comfort over trends. A defining feature of hers is her calloused hands, and the steel ring she wears, an old heirloom that her mother had gifted her. 
==Characteristics==
Charlotte Jacobs is nothing but hardworking and dedicated, with a strong sense of responsibility. Her practical and no-nonsense attitude often masks a deep-seated worry about her financial situation, but she maintains a positive outlook and believes in the importance of perseverance. She isn’t afraid to clash against her peers to help herself, making her seem like a less emotional person. The lack of resources she had growing up forced her to be scrappy, resourceful, and sometimes a bit of a workaholic. 
However, Charlotte's workaholic tendencies often lead her to neglect her well-being and personal life, as she becomes consumed by her pursuit of financial stability. Her stubborn nature is evident when it comes to earning a few extra dollars, sometimes to the detriment of her health and happiness. She struggles with inflexibility, finding it difficult to live in the moment and enjoy the present due to her constant focus on future security.
Despite these challenges, Charlotte's strong work ethic, self-reliance, and wit shine through as her greatest strengths. Her determination and resilience enable her to tackle difficult situations head-on, and her resourcefulness allows her to find creative solutions to the obstacles she encounters. Although she may appear detached, her tough exterior hides a deep compassion for those she cares about, and her willingness to fight for her loved ones is a testament to her unwavering commitment to providing a better life for her family.
==Character Background==
Sticking around in Maine, Charlotte and her twin brother Caden were raised in a lower-income household. As children, both of their parents (while as argumentative as they were) would consistently work two separate jobs, spending a lot of their time putting money in front of everything forward — the habit rubbing off on their kids as they grew up.
Their mother was a freelancer, often doing small jobs to provide for the family, but wasn’t committed to her familial duties. Charlotte's father was a lazy, narcissistic, and arrogant man who had no motivation to work, and used to talk about working a 9 to 5 job, whereas he sold illegal substances. For such a dysfunctional family, chaos didn't strike until the twins turned four.
On their fourth birthday, Charlotte woke up to an empty house, with neither of her parents able to be found. After rummaging in the nearby alley, she found her father on the brink of overdosing, surrounded by police, and bottles of alcohol shattered or lying sedentary on the ground. After a brief interrogation, the police informed Charlotte that her mother had left, the question of where was left unanswered. That day, Charlotte returned to the house with a new sense of responsibility and a skewed perception of the police. But, telling her brother about this altercation seemed impossible, so she informed him that their mother died.
For the next few years, Charlotte dove into the same arena of freelance work, whilst still being a student of Fairview, earning barely enough to survive, but had to work means to an end to provide for her family. Her brother was immature and didn’t fully grasp the responsibility of their predicament, and her father did nothing besides drink whilst watching the latest football games. This ingrained a sense of urgency and responsibility in her, having her learn things like how to fight, be resourceful, and scrappily manage to bring food to the table. 
==Relationships==
===- CADEN JACOBS: 'Don't you ever grow up, it could stay this simple. I won't let nobody hurt you.' -===
Appreciative | Twin brotherThe Jacobs twins share more than just a birthday. The two grew up in a lower-income household where financial instability and parental neglect were the norms. Their father’s struggles with substance abuse and their mother’s abandonment on their fourth birthday left Charlotte and Caden to fend for themselves at a young age. This formative experience laid the foundation for their relationship, as Charlotte took on the role of caretaker, while Caden became the dreamer.
Yet, there are times when she tends to be embarrassed by him, often apologizing for his actions. Charlotte realizes that there's much more of the world that Caden still hasn't seen yet, and tries sheltering him from it. Charlotte views her brother as irresponsible but has never held it against him. She finds amusement in his company and focuses more on her freelancing jobs so he can concentrate on his aspirations instead. Nevertheless, his humor and creativity bring lightness to their lives, offering a counterbalance to Charlotte’s seriousness. 
===- TAUSHA BLACK: 'Who's gonna know you, if not me?'-===
Friendly | Teammate
TBD - good friends
== Trivia ==
୨ৎ Charlotte has a multitude of jobs. Some of these include working at Kenny's Kennel, The Southperry Swirl, as a waitress at The Anchor, and as a part-time babysitter. 
୨ৎ Charlotte used to be a party girl, with a severe addiction to weed. 
୨ৎ On a technicality, Charlotte is older than her twin by 52.75 seconds, and she brags about it at any chance she gets.
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