Echo Rose

**Echo Rose** is a psychic and empath who lives in the town of Nettlebrook.

## History

Echo Rose is an Italian American. Although she initially claimed to have been born and raised in Brooklyn, a borough of New York City, she was born in New Jersey and later grew up on Staten Island until her parents divorced when she was 13. She and her mother consequently moved to Brooklyn to live with her Uncle Vinny. Eventually, Echo moved again to Nettlebrook, apparently after a failed relationship. After losing her job as a janitor at Bogwick Academy, Echo started working at a local restaurant.

## Appearances

### Instagram

*Main article:* Echo Rose/Instagram

Echo Rose's Instagram handle is miss\_echo\_rose. She posted her first photo on March 25th, 2019.

### YouTube

#### Own channel

*Main article:* Echo Rose/YouTube

Echo Rose started her YouTube channel on May 28th, 2019 and uses it largely to post "Vlog" type videos about her life in Nettlebrook.

#### Zipper Films

Echo Rose appeared in several collaborations on the Zipper Films YouTube channel.

## Personality

Echo is extremely extroverted and emotional. She always has an opinion and isn't afraid to let everyone know it. Her brashness often results in many people finding her annoying or intimidating.

Her flamboyancy is most notable in her appearance and presentation. To hide her short "boy" hair, she wears almost exclusively pink and purple wigs paired with colorful feminine clothes and large accessories. She appears to use direct confrontation as a way to hide her insecurities, as she frequently yells at people for staring at her in her YouTube video *Vlogging in Nettlebrook!!*. Echo also seems rather concerned with other people's impression of her. This is most likely another indicator of her low self-esteem, since she sometimes feels the need to lie about her past and initially tried to give off a more sophisticated, mystical vibe on her YouTube channel. However, Echo seems unable to keep up these facades for very long, mostly due to her talkative and easy-going nature.

When she lets down her guard and isn't peacocking, Echo shows her authentic side. This can be seen in how she interacts with Carma in her YouTube videos *Full Moon Party!* and *dr0nk makeup tutorial \*(VERY HELPFUL)\**. She also briefly shows vulnerability in her video *Mental breakdown* where she openly cries and laments feeling helpless in the exclusionistic town of Nettlebrook. However, she quickly starts regaining more confidence with every White Claw she drinks.

Echo often uses self-depreciating humor to deflect criticism that points out her supposed weaknesses. Therefore, she frequently expresses being self conscious about many things, including her appearance (specifically her short hair, double chin and "man shoulders"), knowledge of magic, and makeup skills. What she lacks in self control she makes up for in open-mindedness, kindness and enthusiasm.

Echo is interested in magic, the realm of the supernatural, make up, psychic practices, animals, YouTube drama (or any drama), and men. Upon investigating the "vibes" in the bog and surrounding woods and lake area, Echo latches onto the idea of a lost spirit in the bog who needs her help. She commits to finding this spirit and helping her - She is an empath, after all.

In her 2nd Instagram Livestream, Echo states that she feels lonely and desperate for a boyfriend, saying that her parents' divorce has caused her to long for an intact family of her own. However, she also displays awareness of this being a rather heteronormative goal and of the fact that her self-worth should not be determined by her relationship status.

## Astrology

### Gemini Sun

With the Sun in Gemini, the urge for self-expression is strong. These natives are often just as interested in collecting information as they are in sharing it. Curious to a fault, Geminis have a finger in every pie.

Solar Geminis are flexible and changeable people. Their ability to adapt quickly to new situations generally gains them plenty of friends and social contacts. Usually quite clever and witty, Geminis enjoy intellectual conversations and they are easily bored if they are not getting enough mental stimulation.
Often quite adept at fitting in with others, Geminis easily adopt the moods of those around them. They are friends to people from all walks of life, and are not easily intimidated. Their ability to detach themselves can make Geminis very objective and observant, but a little difficult to get close to. Although they often have many friends, intimacy doesn’t come as easily to Solar Geminis.

It can be difficult to know what a Gemini really feels at any given moment. They are often very impressionable and scattered. There is usually a nervous air to Geminis that can make more personal characters a little uneasy. It is not always intuitive to trust Geminis to be loyal or to keep secrets.
Geminis often flit about, moving quickly and keeping busy every step of the way. Many people with this position of the Sun have gained quite a bit of knowledge in their lifetimes, but they don’t often possess specialized knowledge. This is because Geminis have relatively short attention spans. Restlessness is especially common with this position of the Sun.

Usually quite affable, Geminis enjoy the “light” side of life. This tendency to take things lightly makes them quite pleasing to be around; but it can be maddening to people seeking support on the deeper issues in life.
Geminis are both interesting and interested. Their wit can be dazzling and their changeability dizzying. At the very least, Geminis will seldom bore you.

### Leo Moon

More than anything, Lunar Sagittarians have a need for personal freedom and space. They are extraordinarily happy and easygoing folk, as long as they don’t feel caged in or cooped up.

Lunar Sagittarians have a simultaneous need for activity. Meeting new people, going out in the world, and travel are all important to their sense of well-being. They love open spaces, and, in their homes, a roomy and bright environment.
There’s a bit of a teacher in Moon Sagittarius, and definitely a helpful spirit. They easily forget appointments and the like, and some are even considered irresponsible. However, it is hard to stay angry at a Lunar Sagittarian. They are so cheerful and upbeat, and their optimism is catchy.

Many people with this position are outdoorsy types. At the very least, they have a great love for friendly competition.
When the going gets tough, these people run away. They don’t like to be caught up in routine for too long, and they simply need to escape. There’s a blind faith in Lunar Sagittarians that is admirable. They simply believe that everything will work out. Not much for making detailed plans, people with Moon in Sagittarius prefer to wing it. They’re very adaptable and generally on the go.

### Sagittarius Rising

The world is filled with adventure, new things to experience, and, most of all, hope, with this Ascendant. There is an unmistakable faith and enthusiasm with Sagittarius rising people. Grand schemes, big promises, and a willingness to explore and experiment are themes, although follow-through is not a strong characteristic of Sagittarius.

These individuals are somewhat restless and often active people. They always seem to be looking for something that is just out of grasp — and many do this their entire lives. They can be quite direct at times, yet they are likeable enough to forgive for their faux-pas. Most have a lot to say and offer. Their insights and opinions are usually interesting and exciting, although sometimes lacking in details.

Sagittarius rising people have opinions about everything, and they just love telling others exactly what they are. Not all people with this position are outgoing folk, but they all have a way of moving about that at least exudes a certain level of confidence. Some might even call them naive or overly optimistic. Even the quiet ones don’t shrink from life and from experience.

One of the most obvious and endearing traits of Sagittarius rising is their willingness to keep up a sense of humor. Even when they’re feeling low, they manage to find humor in life and have fun with whatever they do have. The placement of Sagittarius’ ruling planet, Jupiter, will give more clues to how they go about expressing themselves. Jupiter in Capricorn, for example, might give a more sarcastic approach, but underneath there lies an unmistakable hope and spirit for living.

## Religion

Despite frequently performing rituals that are rooted in Paganism and Astrology, Echo stated that her upbringing was Catholic in her 2nd Instagram live stream, which might explain her frequent donning of crucifix pendants.

## Relationships

### Carmen "Carma" Gonzalez

Echo first got in contact with Carma Gonzalez through Zipper Films. They're first seen together in the YouTube video *Ghost caught on camera?*. Despite their drastically different personalities it seems that they have become friends. Echo and Carma have a sleepover and perform a full moon ritual in the video *Full Moon Party!* This video especially demonstrates the clashing personalities of both characters. Carma seems slightly taken aback and introverted at times, especially when it comes to her feelings about the disappearance of her cousin. Echo, in contrast, appears lively and enthusiastic, even openly admitting to lying about her past. At one point, Echo speaks so loudly that it actually makes Carma flinch. However, Echo's cheerfulness seems to be contagious, significantly improving Carma's mood after a few minutes. In Echo's next video *dr0nk makeup tutorial*, we see the two of them goofing off together, getting drunk, doing makeup, and talking about getting Carma a girlfriend.

### Zip Wilson

Echo and Zip Wilson first met in person in Zipper Films' video *writing our wills* and seem to get along very well, even occasionally teaming up to make jokes about Carma. Zip's open-mindedness becomes apparent, as he is wearing a wig and lipstick, basically doing an Echo Rose cosplay.

### Warble

Echo has only been seen interacting with Warble once, in her video *E-girl makeover feat WARBLE!!*. In the video, she appears to be confused by Warble's quiet and timid nature, who is equally confused and intimidated by Echo's outgoing nature and the fact that she is trying to put makeup on him.

### Polo Smith

Echo mentions in her video *Pre-Collab GRWM!*, that one of the members of Zipper Films is "hot", immediately followed with a title screen expressing that "the hot guy turned out to be an asshole". In the actual collab video, we can see Echo trying to flirt with Polo Smith and him responding coldly. Echo is noticeably quiet when Polo's promiscuity is discussed. It is possible that another interaction off-screen caused her to deem Polo unlikeable.

### Junk

Echo seems to be a little confused by Junk's behavior. In her video *dr0nk makeup tutorial* she tells Carma that she tried to talk to him after their collab video, and states that he just stared at her without replying. Carma assures her that this is normal for Junk.

### Abigail Hale

Abigail Hale's strict Christian upbringing and snobbish views sharply contrasts Echo's spiritual, open-minded attitude. When Echo was a janitor at Bogwick academy, she found the Nettlebrook Fallen Angels Instagram account (which was mainly run by Abbi), and expressed her low opinion of about it. Abbi, in turn, expressed her opinion that Echo was too old to stalk the accounts of high schoolers, had no idea about the situation and stole their phones. This accusation got Echo fired from her job as janitor, as she stated in her video *mental breakdown*.

### Mother

Echo seems to have a good relationship with her mother, who she mentions in multiple videos. Her mother appears to frequently contact Echo, shows concern for her well-being and apparently sent her a jar of pickles in her *Nettlebrook stop being mean to me challenge* video, which are comfort food to Echo.

### Sister

Aurora and Echo appear to have a classic sister relationship, which is a mixture of love and rivalry. In the Zipper Films video *writing our wills*, Echo talks about her sister borrowing her things without asking, despite not being able to "pull of [Echo's] look". She still says that she loves Aurora.

### Johnathan

Johnathan is Echo's ex-boyfriend. Not much is known about him except the fact that he is a Gemini and lived in Queens, NY and has failed to contact her since she left. Their relationship appears to have been quite troubled and ended because he left Echo for another woman, who ended up cheating on him eventually.

### Uncle Vinny

Echo repeatedly mentions her Uncle Vinny who lives in Brooklyn and taught her self defense. When Echo's parents got divorced, Uncle Vinny opened his home up to Echo and her mother. In Zipper Films's video *writing our wills*, Echo states that she would leave her cat Calypso to her Uncle, since he is trustworthy and a cat lover.

### Hunter Holloway

Echo and Hunter Holloway have not met in person so far, but appear to be in contact via text messages, as she states in her video *JUST AS I THOUGHT*. They appear to have strongly contrasting personalities, with Hunter being a much more thoughtful and careful person than Echo. She openly refuses to take his advice and be careful what she says on the internet.

### Drew Harris

Echo was asked for an interview by Drew Harris, editor-in-chief of *The Babbling Brook*. As she has previously received mostly hostility from the town, Echo was very sceptical and did not immediately agree. After finding out that Drew is 21 years old and dating a high schooler, she considers him a creep.

## References

1. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5fTwyDCT-bY
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