Loukas Makris

"Oh no! It almost never rains here? Go figure that would happen on our walk..." Loukas stated, feeling the rain beginning to soak through his clothes. That's when he looked over at Sage. Her clothes were clinging to her body, accentuating her curves in a way that made him gulp. He had seen her in all sorts of situations, but never like this. The rain seemed to strip away any barriers between them, making everything raw and real. His heart hammered in his chest as he watched the rain mat her hair to her face and trickle down her cheeks. His gaze lingered for a moment longer than it should have, causing a heat to rise in his cheeks. When Sage called out about the stables Loukas nodded and grabbed her hand. With their hands intertwined they made a dash for the stables! The atmosphere around them was charged, the cool rain mixing with their warm bodies creating a steamy scene. Watching Sage laughing and running in the rain with her face lit up with joy and excitement was a sight never wanted to forget! The thought of being alone with her in the stables away from the prying eyes of the other campers was an exciting thought. He wondered if she was thinking the same dirty things that he was. This was all new territory for them and he wanted to explore these feelings with her. "It looks like we might be stuck in her for awhile" he shivered, crossing his arms to try and keep warm "You've got your mother's wisdom, what do you suggest we do now?" he teased.

Loukas nodded, taking Mateo's advice to heart. It was clear that he needed to find a balance in his life and not overdo things when it came to practicing magic. He was grateful for Mateo's understanding, especially since it was apparent that he had his own struggles to deal with. "Yeah, a break every now and then sounds like a good idea," Loukas agreed, feeling a little more at ease with the thought of not pushing himself too hard. Mateo's words about love and timing resonated with Loukas. He realized that there might never be a perfect moment to confess his feelings to Sage, but he also recognized the importance of being honest with her. "I guess you're right," Loukas said thoughtfully. "Maybe I should just take the leap and tell her how I feel. It's better than keeping it bottled up and wondering 'what if,' right?" He appreciated Mateo's candor, especially knowing that his older brother was struggling with similar issues. "It's always easier to give advice than to take it ourselves, isn't it?" Loukas said with a chuckle, acknowledging Mateo's admission that he should follow his own guidance. It felt good to know that he wasn't alone in his struggles, and it made him feel more connected to his siblings. "We're all just figuring things out as we go along, I suppose." As they continued talking, Loukas felt a sense of relief wash over him. The weight of his frustrations seemed to be lifting, and he knew that much of it was due to Mateo's support and understanding. The bond he shared with his siblings was truly a unique and special thing, and he was grateful to have them in his life. "Thanks, Mateo," Loukas said sincerely. "Your advice and support means a lot to me. I think I'll try to work better on finding a balance in my life and not be so hard on myself. And I'll definitely consider taking that leap with Sage! After all, life is too short to be filled with regrets right?."

If he forced himself to think on it Loukas could admit that there were still plenty of positives to being at Camp Halfblood (besides the obvious safety from monsters). One such positive thing was that his fellow half-siblings all seemed to genuinely care and offer up help when he opened up and shared; first Shadow, then Akemi and now it seemed Mateo too. Sharing was always easier when it was apparent someone honestly wanted to listen and offer help. In truth, even though it started out as a bit of a ramble, Loukas felt like he had hit the root of his problems; belonging. “Really?” he said in a surprised tone, “I guess there were enough talented magic users here that I had assumed everyone had a natural talent for it. I suppose there’s some comfort in knowing that not everyone picks it up as fast. The truth is I do feel like I’ve been over exerting myself in trying to catch up. Perhaps I could use a bit of a break between Shadow and Akemi’s back and forth lessons.” This realization managed to cause Loukas to smile a bit, maybe a short break was just what he needed after all. His face lit up when Mateo asked him about the girl. “Oh wow she’s fantastic! Her name is Sage and she’s an Athena camper. She’s really really smart and very pretty, she’s got this amazing smile that always makes me forget what I’m about to say next.” He paused for a moment, both to catch his breath and because he realized he was starting to sound rather rambly. “Sorry, I guess what I’m getting at is that the two of us have been friends for a very long time. She was one of the first campers here that I got to know, and now that things are beginning to become more serious between us, well I’m worried about losing that. I’m worried when is the best time to let her know I want us to be more than friends, how will I know when it’s right? What if I forget the right words to say and they all come out in the wrong order? Have you ever had to make decisions like that?” As Mateo patiently listened he also reassured Loukas that he did indeed belong here at camp. “Thanks Mateo, that does mean a lot.I guess I do have time on my side. Time to figure out what it is I’m supposed to do, and who I’m supposed to share life with.”

Loukas had been boring a hole into the wall with his gaze when Mateo approached him, startling him out of his thoughts. What did have him so bent out of shape, he thought to himself. The week had been going well but by the end of it Loukas was….well he wasn’t sure what he was, he couldn’t put a name on the emotion or even the cause of it. His mind felt like a tangled knot of strings with no idea what thread led to where or why it did, and no idea how to even begin untangling it to find out. “Frustrated” he mumbled, answering Mateo's first question. He knew that wasn’t the best answer but it was honestly the only word he could form in the moment. Frustrated, saying the word out loud had more effect than Loukas expected. It was like it was just the right pull his mind needed to begin loosening the knot. “I’m frustrated because I’m way behind where I should be with magic, years it feels like” he continued. He had been practicing with his older siblings Shadow and Akemi and that had been helping a lot, but he still couldn’t push back the feeling that it wasn’t enough. “I’m frustrated because there’s this girl I like, and I guess it’s going well but…I don’t know…” It was true he and Sage had been growing as more than friends but the relationship was still very undefined and Loukas, pessimist that he could be, worried it was only a matter of time until something went wrong. The knot loosened more until he felt like he could form a more clear sentence. “I don’t know if I belong here and I don’t know what my purpose is in life or if I’ll even find that here at camp. Life is confusing lately and I don’t know how to navigate it.” He was a little surprised at himself, opening up, even just a little bit had started to form what his overall problem was.

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@ Sage Roberts Thanks for being my best friend and always having my back. Our relationship has grown so much and I can't wait to see what it evolves into this year.

@ Akemi Lancaster I know you don't love the spotlight so I'll keep this quick. Thanks for being a really cool sis who gives me cookies.

@ Shadow Moore Shadow, thanks for being the best older brother and mentor I could ever ask for. Can't wait for all the new magic you'll teach me this year!

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I VOLUNTEER AS TRIBUTE! Loukas Makris

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16 years old || Son of Hecate || Single || Hetero || Created Fall 2022 Final Plot with Sage Roberts Trains with Shadow Loves to read under moonlight Potential to be great at magic if he can overcome his self-doubt Very loyal to his friends if they can get through his walls Struggling to find his place in life Traits: Loyal ~ Reserved ~ Introverted ~ Curious ~ Intelligent

Theodore Thatcher biography Loretta Thatcher was a prized southern belle daughter of a very rich man, who had come from old money. The man had given his princess everything she ever wanted but it never seemed to be enough. The girl began to grow bored of the life she lived so she began to steal things here and there for the rush. At first it started out as a tube of lipstick or a necklace or two. This attracted a who crew of misfits that she quickly began to hang out with. This is where she met this guy who always seemed quick on his feet. The guy was rather handsome plus very charming to her as the two began to get to know each other. Encouraging to make bolder and even more outrageous attempts to steal who outfits. The young lovers began to have a fast romance as they spent a night of passion together after one big spree. But as love came quickly to the two, it soon disappeared as the boy could be no where to be found. Loretta quickly figured out she was young and pregnant, which her father was none too happy about. As the girl was betrothed to another boy once she got older. To keep the secret, he hired a private tutor who kept the girl up to date on her school while she did her terms of pregnancy. He then made her give the child up at an orphanage as it would keep the last name thatcher but that was all. Little baby Theodore would not have any information on who his family was or if his mom was still alive. Theo grew up in the orphanage, bouncing from one foster family to the next. As the boy was always in some sort of trouble from stealing or bullying the other kids. He never quite felt like he fit in anywhere, no matter how many of the families said they cared about him and were there for him. It did not stop him from trying to run away time and time again as he just longed of freedom. The freedom to do what he wanted or even pick the people he had around him. It always felt as if he liked someone they would just be taken away like they always did! The boy always struggled in school but was quick on his feet as he loved to play sports like soccer and baseball. It was a coach that took an interest in him when he got into middle school. Coach Jory who always seemed to be in the right place at the right time when Theo would find himself in trouble. It wasn't as if he was always the one who created the issues but it was always blamed on him. Coach Jory always told the boy to keep his head down and one day we could have the freedoms he so wished but for now he needed to focus on the task set ahead of him Which was a hard thing to do when it seemed these ummm creatures would came after him on his walk home from school. At first he just thought some rabbit dogs were after him but one day he got a closer look as he ran from the thing. This Hellhound was terrifying and if it wasn't for Coach Jory sweeping the thing away with a hockey stick. As it hit the ground he watched his coach hell for him to run home and that he would be there soon. Rushing home, his foster family thought he was making the story up when Coach Jory arrived but he had horns and goat legs. How was this possible? Coach Jory told the family about what Theo was and how he needed to go to camp for safety. The family was worried about the child they brought in their home that they gladly sent him away. Coach Jory and Theo traveled for a week until they got to camp which, Theo had a ton of questions about. The cabin leaders answered a lot of questions he had as he soon claimed by Hermes at he bonfire. Theo felt anger at his father and mother abandoning him as he joined his crowded cabin Soon though, he quickly made friends with the others in the cabin. Feeling like he finally had a family that was going to stick around. He stays at the camp year around as he does not want to go back to the foster family or school he once was at! Personality Theodore is a trouble maker who loves to stir the pot when it comes to any drama at the camp. There is something in watching the chaos around him that allows him to make moves in the advantage of the chaos. He also finds so much joy in trying to steal things when possible from the other cabins. Finding it like a game to see if he could get caught! He has little to no belongings so he is protective of the things he has! Theo is also a romancer pursuing anything on two feet and loves to have girls or guys at all sides of him. He knows how to play his cards right being so light on his feet. Making him smooth to any guy or girl he comes into contact with. Theodore is also huge on his cabin as it is all the family he has that stays around with him no matter how over crowded they are! About Me Birthdate: May 7th, 2005 Likes: Stealing, Rapping, joking around, stirring the pot, pizza, seducing anyone who strikes him as cute Dislikes: School, Foster Families, his dad, rich kids, Family: Mom: Loretta Thatcher, 32 yrs old, House Wife Dad: Hermes Siblings: Cabin 11 Siblings Other: None Happy Thoughts: His Siblings at Camp Half Blood Nightmares: Living a life with no one wanting him Fatal Flaw: Never takes things seriously PLAYED BY: FullMoonRising FACE CLAIM: Neel Visser

Loukas had only been at camp for three years now and though that first year had been incredibly difficult, the subsequent two had not been as bad. In part because he had slowly gotten to know which of the campers to befriend, and which to avoid. He was surprised how well he had gotten along with his half siblings too. Though strangers at first he had slowly developed a kinship with them due to their shared parentage. The one thing he still could not stand was the classes revolving around magic and using his unique “gifts”. He still struggled to accept this part of him, this part that had denied him a normal childhood, that had gotten his father killed. Loukas did not understand why it was so important to the staff that he attend these and frankly he did not care to know. All he knew was how way behind he was with whatever perceived standard the camp staff had set for him. This was the state of mind he was in as he opened the Hecate cabin door storming into the room in frustration heading toward his bunk. He had been “strongly encouraged” to practice after hours, something other Hecate children seemed to enjoy, but he tried hard to avoid doing. Loukas had actually tried to practice just an hour ago, the results had been…less than desirable.