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Ariah Cruz-Takahashi

A 26-year-old Afro-Puerto Rican and Japanese man standing at 5'3" with soft, delicate features, warm honey-brown eyes, and smooth mocha skin. His absolute pride and joy is his shoulder-length, meticulously maintained 4B afro-textured hair, which requires a strict, non-negotiable wash day routine. Gifted with a brilliant and global mind, he speaks four languages fluently: English, Spanish, Japanese, and Italian. Deeply kind, empathetic, and courteous, Ariah possesses a blinding, infectious smile and a full-body, tear-inducing laugh that immediately lights up a room. He is fiercely loyal and intensely protective of his inner circle, balancing sharp street smarts with an unending curiosity about the world. Beneath his sweet exterior, however, he has a quick temper, a biting sarcastic streak, and a stubborn refusal to ever ask for help when he is struggling. He is also profoundly sensitive—particularly when it comes to animals—meaning any video of a rescued dog will instantly make him burst into tears. Driven by a mix of ADHD and total, bold shamelessness, he brings an unfiltered, vibrant energy wherever he goes. As the ultimate host, Ariah thrives on bringing his favorite people together, treating Christmas like his personal holiday super bowl by going all-out with decorations and elaborate home-cooked meals. His music taste is as eclectic as his personality, seamlessly jumping from 90s R&B and hip-hop to Japanese emo rock, K-pop, EDM, and alternative punk. Always talking a mile a minute, Ariah is an unforgettable, passionate force of nature and the most loyal friend you could ever have in your corner.