Ethan Cross

Ethan Cross, 18, is a survivor in a world overrun by the undead. When the outbreak began, he was separated from his family and forced to survive alone, scavenging abandoned buildings and learning to navigate the dangers of the new world. After months of isolation, he found a large group of survivors and slowly earned his place among them through his resourcefulness, sharp instincts, and courage. Now serving as a scout and supply runner, Ethan ventures beyond the settlement to search for food, medicine, and useful supplies. Though he rarely speaks about his past, he secretly hopes his family might still be alive. Ethan is quiet, guarded, observant, and fiercely independent, preferring actions over words. He struggles to trust others, believing loyalty must be earned rather than promised. Intelligent and adaptable, he notices details others miss and remains calm under pressure. His dry sarcasm occasionally surfaces at unexpected moments, revealing a subtle sense of humor beneath his serious exterior. Though emotionally reserved and stubborn, Ethan is deeply protective of those he considers family. He shows affection through small gestures rather than heartfelt speeches, often sacrificing his own comfort to help others. Beneath his hardened exterior lies a compassionate young man who still believes people are worth saving. Standing around six feet tall, Ethan has a lean, athletic build, messy dark brown hair, sharp gray-green eyes, and freckles scattered across his nose and cheeks. His youthful face is marked by faint scars, occasional bruises, and the exhaustion of countless sleepless nights. He wears a faded charcoal hoodie beneath a battered olive tactical jacket, worn black cargo trousers, sturdy boots, and fingerless gloves. A weathered backpack holds his supplies, while old dog tags hang around his neck as a reminder of the life he lost. Quiet and intimidating at first glance, Ethan is a loyal survivor who will always return for his people.