Steven and Niko have been friends since their sisters played on the same 8U softball team.  They have shared many experiences together, good and bad, and have always kept each other going.  Steven always has a story to share to brighten your day, and is quick to make others laugh.  He and Niko have shared many adventures together, from traveling with their families to Laughlin, to numerous trips to Las Vegas.  They have shared the same haircut on multiple occasions, for better or worse.  Both share many hobbies together as well, music, movies, video games, to name a few.  Steven is a wild individual, with a huge heart that he wears on his sleeve.

Anthony has been a part of the family for a long time now.  A master instigator and a steadfast friend.  Anthony always shows up on time and with an appetite. He’s the type of dependable friend who will come pick you up from the bar you’re at because you’re too drunk to drive…many Tuesdays in a row.  He and Niko have been friends since the fourth grade and have remained close since.  They went through junior high and high school together after they finished grade school.  They even were able to share a room together for the last few years of high school, how they managed this no one will ever know.  Niko and Anthony now share a love for World of Warcraft and have spent many hours playing together.  

Justin is Niko’s cousin, and they have been close their whole lives.  Niko has always looked at Justin as an older brother, since they grew up together.  Justin got Niko into many of the things he loves today, such as anime, emo music, and Kingdom Hearts.  Although they have not always lived nearby, they have always remained close.  Nowadays, the two can hardly be separated once they begin talking about the various Fantasy books that they have read, always sharing their opinions and crack pot theories.  They also love to play Super Smash Bros, which has developed into a healthy rivalry with lots of trash talk along the way. 

Jeff and Niko have known each other since Jr. High School, but didn’t really become close until after High School.  Once spending more time together, they could be found making many spontaneous trips around the city, to Chik Fil A, the gym, or just hanging out at home.  Jeff has taken Niko to many parties, and always made sure he came home safely.  They’ve taken many trips to Las Vegas together, sometimes just to hang out in the hotel room and watch Supernatural.  Jeff is the type of person you can call at any time of the day and know that he’ll be there.  He has a deep passion for sports, and absolutely zero knowledge of  movies or movie trivia.

The first thing everyone should know about Bryan is that he has the greatest handshake in the world.  Bryan and Niko have been friends since the fourth grade, becoming even closer in college.  Together there they pushed each other forward through the good and the bad.  They had many late nights playing video games and talking.  Bryan is a hilarious and witty person with a big heart.  He’s always quick on his feet.  Bryan and Niko also worked at McDonalds together for a short while.  There are countless nights where Bryan and his family opened up their home for Niko to stay when they were out late together and had school or work the next morning.

Ian and Niko have been friends since the fourth grade.  The two have always had fun playing games together, video and table top.  They also attended fourth grade science camp together, which was an adventure in itself.  Ian loves board games, and loves having people over to play even more.  In high school, they played Dungeons and Dragons together with a group of friends. This meant that they spent many weekends and nights at Ian’s parents home, chowing down on Chinese food, pizza, and candy – all while guzzling down Dr. Pepper by the 12 pack.  Ian still hosts game nights at his home with his wife.

Drew and Niko became friends through Nicole.  Drew is a wonderful man, a fantastic husband to his wife, and an amazing father to his son and pets.  He has shown so much kindness towards Niko since they’ve become friends.  Drew is a huge football fan and loves to work with his hands.  He and Niko also love getting some Korean BBQ with their better halves.

Alex and Niko became friends through Nicole.  Alex is Nicole’s cousin, and he met Niko at a family party.  They hit it off immediately, sharing a passion for movies and TV, as well as fantasy and Sci-Fi.  They also play Fortnite together, though it’s usually Alex carrying the team.  Alex is a kind person and a gentle soul, he’s very caring and self-sacrificing, always putting the needs of others first. 

Zyaire is Niko’s cousin, so you can imagine they go way back.  Growing up they would often spend a good chunk of most weekends together.  Whether they were playing video games or pick up games they always competed against each other.  Zyaire would usually win, but never for lack of trying on Niko’s end.  Some of their favorite games to play together are Super Smash brothers, basketball, and chess.   When they weren’t engaged in some form of throw down on a game console they could be found in the pool or else watching some wild movie or another.  Zyaire now lives in San Francisco with his fiance Kelly.