Blogmas Day 20: Eleanor Vivienne Hayes – Character Sheet Reveal

Character Sheet: Eleanor Vivienne Hayes

Full Name: Eleanor Vivienne Hayes
Nickname: NA
Age: Mid-40s
Gender: Female
Species: Human
Appearance: Eleanor has a warm appearance, with light, slightly graying hair often tied back and gentle, thoughtful eyes. Her skin is weathered from years of hard work, yet she carries herself with quiet strength and grace. She typically wears practical, simple clothing suited to her life on the homestead.

Background

Early Life and Marriage: Eleanor grew up as a human with little exposure to the supernatural. She married Thomas Hayes, a fisherman, and together they settled in Marielle, a quiet portside town, where they built a life on their family homestead. Tragically, Thomas was lost at sea, leaving her to raise Quentin alone.
Resilience: Eleanor’s life has been shaped by hardship and resilience. She suffers from depression which she treats with milk thistle from the local apothecary. Her husband’s death and the demands of the homestead have taught her to be self-sufficient, and she has passed these values on to Quentin.

Personality

Traits: Eleanor is warm, practical, and deeply caring. She has a quiet strength and wisdom that come from years of overcoming adversity. She is nurturing but has high expectations for Quentin, believing that he should work hard and live a life of integrity.
Moral Compass: Eleanor is guided by a strong sense of responsibility, compassion, and fairness. She is protective of those she loves and does her best to be a source of stability and comfort in their lives, even at the expense of her own needs.
Inner Conflict: Although she fully supports Quentin, she feels conflicted about his decision to leave for adventure. She understands his desire to explore the world, but she worries about his safety and the risks he may face, especially given his Aquamorph nature, which she knows little about.

Skills and Abilities

Resourcefulness: Eleanor has a strong practical skill set, from running the homestead to handling finances and farm work. She can take on any task that arises with calm efficiency.
Emotional Resilience: Eleanor’s life has required inner strength and resilience, which she relies on to remain steady for herself and her family.
Empathy and Wisdom: Known for her ability to listen and advise, Eleanor is wise beyond her years and offers gentle guidance to those around her, helping Quentin navigate his internal struggles as best she can.

Relationships

Quentin Michael Hayes: Eleanor has a close and loving bond with her son. She worries about his future and feels a mix of pride and apprehension over his choice to leave for adventure. She raised him with a balance of freedom and responsibility, hoping he would grow into a good man with a strong sense of purpose.
Thomas Hayes: Eleanor’s late husband, Thomas, was her partner in building their life in Marielle. His death left a deep void, but Eleanor has carried on for Quentin’s sake, finding strength in the memory of her love for him.
Lucille Genivieve Hawthorne (Lucy): Eleanor cares deeply for Lucy, Quentin’s childhood best friend and fiancée, and often thinks of her as part of the family. She worries about Lucy’s feelings after Quentin’s departure but knows that Lucy is strong and capable in her own right. She often sees herself reflected in Lucy.

Motivations and Goals

Eleanor’s primary motivation is to see Quentin safe, happy, and grounded in life. She wants him to feel loved and supported. While she respects his decision to leave, she hopes he remembers the values she’s taught him and finds his way back to her someday.

Challenges

Letting Go: Eleanor finds it difficult to let go of Quentin, fearing for his safety and wondering if he will ever return. She often thinks about the day’s where Thomas did not return and fears that may be the same fate Quentin will face. This internal struggle between supporting his freedom and wanting to keep him safe is a constant source of worry.
Managing the Homestead Alone: Eleanor bears the burden of running the homestead alone, a task made harder in Quentin’s absence, even with Lucy’s help. Though she’s capable, the physical and emotional toll of her responsibilities weighs on her.
Living with Loss: Eleanor carries the pain of losing her husband and now feels the echo of that loss as Quentin leaves. Yet, she channels her sorrow into strength, determined to make life meaningful despite her hardships.

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