Cracked Mirror
Ai-Chin Chen for Ali
Ali is the zesty, unfiltered heart of the group — a walking burst of personality with a sharp tongue, a soft heart, and just the right amount of chaos. Known for his dramatic flair and perfectly timed one-liners, Ali keeps the mood light even when things get heavy. But behind the sass and sarcasm is a loyal friend who feels deeply, even when he pretends not to.
Ali’s got a not-so-secret crush on Avery — Olivia’s sharp, no-nonsense best friend. He hides his nerves behind confidence, using humor to deflect his feelings. He’s the guy who’ll show up with snacks, wild stories, and a playlist for every emotional meltdown. But when things get real, Ali surprises everyone with just how serious he can be.
- english
- male child
- male adult
- animation
1. Flirty + Nervous (To Avery) "So… hypothetically, if someone — say, me — asked you to hang out, like not in a 'we’re all trauma-bonded' way, but in a ‘maybe I like you’ kind of way… what would your facial expression look like? Asking for science."
2. Comic Relief + Concern (To the group) "Okay, I know I’m usually the glitter glue holding this mess together, but Olivia just told a teacher to ‘choke on her own repression,’ and I’m starting to think we might need actual help. Or snacks. Probably both."
4. Vulnerable Moment (To himself or a friend) "It’s like… every time Avery looks at me, I’m this loud, annoying side character. And I want to be more than that. I just don’t know how to not be… me."
