Evelyn Rodriguez

## Evelyn Rodriguez, "Vee"

``Courage is not the absence of fear; it's the determination to face it head-on, no matter the odds.``

## Appearances

### Debut

Book I ; Chapter I - In the First Place

**Evelyn Rodriguez**, often shortened to "Vee" (V), is a female protagonist/deuteragonist in the Sunrise Frontier Series. She is not a member of any faction, but currently holds some ties to the Sunrise Frontier and/or Refugee Coalition. She is most of the time considered a replacement for Ash, whom Rsnobal played before creating V.

## Biography

### Early Childhood

Evelyn was born on the poor outskirts of Virginia Beach, which at the time was a prominent military base to the Southern Union. The early years of her life were plagued with scarcities of supplies and consistent scavenge for survival. At an early age, Evelyn did not know her parents very well as they were killed in a base raid during a skirmish. As a result, she was raised in military academies for most of her early life, where she learned how to fight. Outside of the academies, however, she was mostly self-trained in different factors such as strength, dexterity, and wit; she especially honed on her skills in stealth and ambush.

Throughout her early life, she remained distant from close bonds and rather put attention to her own safety and necessity. Her early loss of parents ultimately led to her being left to adapt and defend for her own well-being. The corrupted hierarchy that the Southern Union had established proved to be unfavorable towards Evelyn, as her orphan and poorer status had ranked her lower; inferior to higher troupes or officials.

### Teenage Years

Evelyn was recruited into a Southern Union troupe once she had turned 16. Her training proved to be rigorous and unforgiving, designed to forge soldiers who would obey orders without question. She was quick to adapt to the harsh training regimen, developing physical and mental resilience. Evelyn had become proficient in various weapons and combat tactics (developing a personal favorite with suppressed weapons and stealth tactics), skills that would serve her well in the brutal landscape of the post-apocalyptic world.

The troupe she was recruited into was especially busy, with consistent missions and objectives assigned on the frontlines in midwestern Virginia. While the environment was miserable, Evelyn did make some small bonds within the troupe. However, a traumatic encounter with eldritch hordes whilst out for a supplying objective had cut down Evelyn's troupe to a few people spare. The small bonds she had formed were stripped away and she had no other choice but to re-adapt to a solitary mindset. Her feelings about the S.U. had truly begun to rear their ugly heads.

### Escape to Lake Erie

While initially content and loyal to the Southern Union's agenda, Evelyn eventually grew rebellious and distained of the authoritarian grip heading into the final years of her recruitment. Having served over 10 years in the Southern Union, Evelyn defected from the regime and made a run north towards Lake Erie, where she had heard about lasting factions on an archipelago, namely the Sunrise Frontier and Refugee Coalition. Once she deserted, Evelyn took on the nickname of "V" to vaguely hide her identity from the S.U. and their paramilitary group Guns of Moses. After a few months of desertion, V arrived on the Sunrise Islands, from which she stopped her journey and landed.

### New Frontier

Following her arrival in Lake Erie, V set up on uninhabited shores of North Island, sending out distress signals across the island. These signals were picked up by Afterburns. With received signals, the Sunrise Frontier set out to track down V. When they did finally meet V, they brought her into the Shoreside camp and welcomed her.

However, V is not an official member of the faction just yet.

## Physical Overview

### Physical Build

Physically, V stands at a height of 170 centimeters (or 67 inches/5'7" in imperial standard), and a weight of 60 kilograms (130 pounds).

Her early-life situation and recruitment time in the Southern Union has led to her becoming well-fit and on quick alert.

### Clothing & Accessories

V is one of the only characters to have remained with the same design since she was first created. She is often seen wearing a brown leather jacket with tan-khaki puff around the collar. She wears khaki-green military grade pants and thick boots in tan color. Around her waist is a black belt that carries her holster and radio pockets. On her arms, V wears two dark gray armbands—one on each arm.

Her hair is a brunette brown color and grown out long, reaching to just above her belt. V additionally wears a pair of dark gray goggles on her forehead-scalp along with a white flower crown.

## Mentality and Personality

### Personality

V's personality dynamic is a loose blend of caution but mild compassion for others, as well as resilience, resourcefulness, and (currently) enigma. She can be described as someone who—despite their cautious and resilient demeanor—has a warming side to her and her ability to trust other people. While her past experiences with the Southern Union and such have left her scarred, she is optimistic for new people and tries to see the best whenever possible.

As V is a new character, most of her backstory and traits are enigmatic and mysterious to the other Sunrise Frontier members. As the series progresses, V will likely open up to her factionmates about her personal life and experiences.

### Strengths & Weaknesses

#### Strengths

**RESOURCEFULNESS** - V has developed a keen sense of resourcefulness due to her experiences in the post-apocalyptic world. She excels at finding and repurposing items, making the most out of limited resources. This skill has allowed her to survive in harsh conditions.

**STEALTH AND AGILITY** - V has honed her stealth and agility over time. She's adept at moving quietly and remaining unseen when necessary, making her an asset when scouting or evading danger. Her nimbleness also helps her navigate difficult terrain.

**MARKSMANSHIP** - V is a proficient marksman, skilled in using firearms. Her accuracy and shooting abilities have been crucial for both self-defense and hunting for food. She's also undergone combat training during her time with the Southern Union, enhancing her marksmanship skills.

**ADAPTABILITY** - V can adapt quickly to new environments and situations. Her ability to assess and adjust to changing circumstances has allowed her to survive in the ever-evolving post-apocalyptic landscape.

#### Weaknesses

**MENTAL SCARS** - V carries mental scars from her past experiences, particularly her time with the Southern Union. This trauma can sometimes affect her decision-making and mental well-being, making it challenging for her to fully trust others.

**PHYSICAL VULNERABILITY** - Despite her agility and resourcefulness, V is physically vulnerable like any human. She can be injured or overpowered in confrontations, and her survival often depends on her ability to avoid direct conflict. Due to her stealthy nature, it can be difficult for her to stage combat in open environments.

**LIMITED GROUP EXPERIENCE** - V has spent a significant amount of time on her own or in small groups. Her lack of extensive group dynamics experience, such as cooperation and leadership, can sometimes create challenges with the larger Sunrise Frontier faction. Isolation has part to do with this, as due to her past traumas, V may have a tendency to isolate herself emotionally from others, making it difficult for her to form close bonds or fully integrate into a group.

## Trivia

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