(un)helpful guide to Neverland
kinda like the one for 1e, but for Neverland (aka nvld)! this post is more about the members themselves rather than the group as a whole since I barely talked about them/i didn't want that post to get too long yk
unlike every other oc I have, they have no set design? idk its kinda complicated. Everyone has their set skin tone and eye color. They also have their default haircut that I usually draw them with, but that's basically it
^^this is done so I can have a go-to design when doodling them.
^^^ however, clothes are the other thing that usually changes between pieces since no set clothes design. o have full freedom with the clothes and everything.
^^^^this is why everyone looks a bit different in the full group piece
This situation applies to every idol oc I make
anyways, that's it lmao, let's start!
In 2017, Sanghyun debuted as a member of MXS, a 5 member boy group under Pristar Entertainment. In 2019, the group disbanded due to financial issues within the company. He would later join GY1 Entertainment and would participate in the survival show “Neverland” as a trainee in 2020. His final ranking in the show was 6th, putting him in the final lineup. In 2021, Neverland would debut and Sanghyun would become the group’s leader and one of the main rappers.
The members of Neverland voted on who would become the leader. There were some other possible candidates like Seongbin and Vyn. However, the majority of the members chose Sanghyun (much to his own surprise) due to his natural leadership showcased during the show and his mediation qualities.
Sanghyun acts similarly to a parental figure in the group. He is an honest person, who rarely sugarcoats things since he believes that everyone deserves to know the (most truest) truth. He is a sincere person who values justice and persistence. He tries his best to retain a collected and calm persona, even when he’s really stressed.
key duo relationships (cuz I always do that with ocs): Natsuo, Vyn, Shota, Junyong
Hanami Natsuo is a member of Neverland under Enlight Entertainment . Before participating in the survival show, he also participated in other survival shows: Musi Mix and Nineteen, where he garnered a sizable following. In 2020, Natsuo would participate in yet another survival show, but this time he would place 8th, finally making it into the final lineup. In 2021, Neverland would debut and Natsuo would become one of the main dancers.
Natsuo acts like a parental figure for the other members, taking care of them as if they were like his own children. He takes it upon himself to assist the other group mates whenever they need it. He is usually a calm person but has the capability of getting mad at others. But he often feels guilty whenever he does. Despite his past failures in the industry, Natsuo still has a positive attitude. He mainly enjoyed meeting and performing with a wide range of people. He is now ever more estatic that he has a group to call his own.
key duo relationships: Sanghyun, Tashi, Yongzheng, Shota, Wooshin
Cho Yongjun, more commonly referred to as Vyn is a member of Neverland under Enlight Entertainment. Initially, Vyn (who went by Yongjun) debuted as a member of Nemesis, a 6 member boy group under E1 Entertainment in 2016. The group disbanded in 2019 due to lawsuits against the company for mistreatment of the group. After their contracts were terminated, he would join Rooma Entertainment with the hopes of continuing to work within the industry. In 2020, he participated in the survival show “Neverland” and placed 7th overall, ensuring his place in the final lineup. In 2021, Neverland would debut with Yongjun, now going as Vyn, as one of the main rappers.
Vyn is an easygoing person and acts as an other brother figure for the younger group members. He tries to present himself as a chill person so that others can approach him easily. Like any other older sibling, he likes to ease the younger members but means no harm. He has no problems with talking to new people but prefers to listen to others talk. Much to people’s surprise, Vyn is smarter than he presents himself as, due to his surprisingly superior memory and ability to easily apply whatever knowledge to any situation.
key duo relationships: Yongzheng, Sanghyun, Junyong, Hyeongin
Yamada Takanori, more commonly referred to as Tashi, is a member of Neverland under Enlight Entertainment. Previously, Tashi (who went by Takanori at the time) was a former member of T4US under OJ Entertainment. Due to the group's inactivity during their pre-debut period (their debut got postponed a lot), Takanori terminated his contract with the company and left the group in 2018. In 2019, he joined GY1 Entertainment and would eventually participate in the survival show “Neverland” under them. After switches between 12-10 placed all throughout the show, Takanori made it to 10th place on the final episode. A year later, Neverland would debut, with Tashi (stage name moment) as a rapper and vocalist.
Tashi leads a carefree life and has a strong sense of justice. He has somewhat of a short temper but manages to keep it under control. In general, Tashi is a sensitive person. He can be easily moved to tears or any prominent emotion, shedding tears at their own concerts or being moved by their own song lyrics. He is a very particular and stubborn person who prefers to take the lead instead of following. Despite all of that, Tashi is diligent and lively and is an alluded team member of the group. Tashi has grown close to Seongbin and Yongzheng.
key duo relationships: Seongbin, Yongzheng, Natsuo, Shota, Donghun
lead vocalist, producer, composer
Ha Seongbin, mainly referred to as simply Seongbin is a member of Neverland and a soloist under Enlight Entertainment. He initially debuted as a soloist back in 2019 under the stage name Haven (meaning that he was a "Safe place" for his fans). In 2020, he participated in the survival show “Neverland”, where he’d placed in 4th place by the end of the show, solidifying his spot in the final lineup. Neverland would debut a year later, with Seongbin as a lead vocalist (and eventually a composer and producer for the group’s music).
Seongbin is the first trainee to be under Enlight, having joined them after being rejected by every other company he auditioned for in late 2014. He has always loved music ever since his childhood and wanted to pursue it as a career despite it being a risky field, so at that point, he was kinda desperate. As a trainee, he started to produce music just for fun (He previously only really wrote songs and played a bunch of instruments). Seongbin’s music would be used for his debut years later, and he would eventually start working on songs for other artists as well. Today, Seongbin works on the majority of Neverland’s music (and a handful of other artists), taking part in deciding the concept, figuring out the song order, composing and producing the songs, and more. Seongbin practically lives in the studio, is rarely seen around the dorms, and tends to sleep in the studio. Due to his big contribution to the group, he is often called the “backbone of nvld”.
Seongbin is a level-headed person, rarely showing frustration. He prefers to think logically and likes to get things done as quickly as possible. He is an ambitious person who hates giving up, seeing it as a sign of “weakness”. Seongbin enjoys challenges that really have him think outside of the box. Due to Seongbin’s wide range of musical talents, staff nicknames him the company’s “secret weapon”. Despite working most of the time, he is still open to spending time with his group members and cherishes his relationship with them.
key duo relationships: Tashi, Taeyoon, Wooshin
Shin Wooyoung, more commonly referred to as Wooshin is a member of Neverland under Enlight Entertainment. In 2020, he participated in the survival show “Neverland” under Leonstar Productions. By the final episode, he ranked 3rd, placing him in the final lineup. In 2021, the group would debut, with Wooshin as one of the main vocalists.
Wooshin highly values freedom and hates constraints. To follow his dreams without any worries is something he truly desires. Wooshin is described as a loyal, lively, and diligent person by others. Although well-intentioned, he is a very honest person who never really sugarcoats anything, thinking it's best for people to know the truest truth. He is shown to be an intelligent person, but prefers not to show off his intelligence unless it benefits him.
key duo relationships: Taeyoon, Seongbin, Natsuo
Bao Yongzheng is a member of Neverland under Enlight Entertainment. Initially, under ZC Entertainment, he would participate in the survival show “Neverland” in 2020. His final ranking on the show would be 20th, high enough to not be eliminated, but low enough to not make it into the final lineup. However, Yongzheng would become one of the four “judge choices” members to be added, thus securing his spot in the group. A year later, the group would debut, with Yongzheng being one of the lead vocalists.
Yongzheng is considered it be the sweetest member in the group. He almost always puts others before him and looks out for his group mates. Yonzheng always makes sure to put all of his attention on someone when hanging out with them. He tries to make others feel as comfortable as possible (he mainly just doesn’t want to be seen as a threat). Yongzheng is a firm believer in following one’s dream, having left behind his family in mainland China for to Kpop industry. He also holds hard work in high regard. He belives that people can reach their goals with enough hard work, but that’s just a matter of time.
key duo relationships: Vyn, Tashi, Natsuo, Shota
Rank: 20 (judge choice 2)
lead vocalist, lead dancer
Seo Donghun is a member of Neverland under Enlight Entertainment. He would participate in the survival show “Neverland” representing Enlight. He would place at 26th, high enough to not be eliminated but not high enough to guarantee a spot in the final lineup. Luckily, Donghun was one of the four trainees chosen by the judges to join the final lineup. A year later, the group would debut with Donghun as one of the lead vocalists.
Donghun first appeared in the Entertainment industry as a child actor. He acted in a decent number of movies and television shows. As a child, Donghun enjoyed acting but reached a point in his career where he was unsure if he should continue. He ended his acting career in 2013. He joined Enlight Entertainment in 2016 after becoming interested in becoming a pop idol. Donghun is grateful for his time in the industry but is also glad that he stopped.
Donghun is a generally friendly and easygoing person. He always tries his best to be there for his friends and encourages them when needed. He has shown to be very passionate about his interests (mainly anime and manga), being able to talk about them for hours. However, he sometimes thinks he talks too much.
key duo relationships: Hyuk, Tashi
Rank: 26 (judge choice 4)
Kim Taeyoon is a member of Neverland under Enlight Entertainment. In 2020, he will participate in the survival show “Neverland” under Courage Music. By the final episode, Taeyoon would place at 9th, just barely making the final lineup. In 2021, Neverland would make their debut, with him as one of the main vocalists.
Taeyoon is an ambitious person who will do absolutely anything to meet his goals. Taeyoon enjoys learning new things (due to his never-ending curiosity). He’s confident, rarely doubting his own abilities. He’s sarcastic and overly honest, saying whatever comes into mind, whether it’s good or bad. Due to this, some members and fans actually consider him to be the funniest among them (much to his surprise).
key duo relationships: Hyeongin, Wooshin, Seongbin
main dancer, vocalist, rapper
Lee Hyuk is a member of Neverland under Enlight Entertainment. In 2020, along with other trainees from his company, he participated in the survival show “Neverland”. In the final episode, he placed at 12th place, just a little bit short of making it into the final lineup. However, Hyuk ended up being one of the four “judge choices” members, thus adding him to the final lineup. In 2021, Hyuk would debut as a member of Neverland as one of the main dancers of the group.
Hyuk was chosen by the judges because of his superb dancing abilities, which caught their eyes during the duration of the show. He has also shown to be a decent vocalist and rapper as well.
Often described as energetic and outgoing, Hyuk is a lively person, who enjoys most active activities. He tries to portray himself as a good person, trying to be welcoming and a trustworthy person to all. He claims to be the “dumbest member” due to how forgetful he can be, but often talks about it in a joking manner. Hyuk often acts before thinking, saying his body’s tends to move faster than his mind.
key duo relationships: Donghun, Kyungho, Shota
Rank: 12 (judge choice 1)
Hyeong In, mainly going by Hyeongin, is a member of Neverland under Enlight Entertainment. Under Submarine Entertainment, he would participate in the survival show “Neverland” alongside other trainees from his company. He would place 5th on the last episode, placing him in the final line up. A year later, the group would debut with Hyeongin as a lead rapper and visual.
Despite his “official” position, Hyeongin has shown himself to be not only a talented rapper but also a decent vocalist. When it comes to it, he will end up singing a song. Due to having become the group's visual (chosen by the company), Hyeongin takes extra care of himself. He worries about his face card and doubts his attractiveness.
When he was a child, Hyeongin’s family moved to New Zealand. He lived there for three years before moving back to S. Korea. Since then, he’s kinda forgotten a lot of English and is trying his best to relearn the language.
Hyeongin is an energetic, loyal, and affectionate person. He cares deeply for his group members and often shows it through his actions. His upbeat attitude can lighten up a room. He enjoys meeting new people and learning about everyone her knows. Some members compare Hyeongin to a golden retriever due to his affectionate nature.
key duo relationships: Taeyoon, Junyong, Vyn
Son Kyungho is a member of Neverland under Enlight Entertainment. Under JWP Music, he participated in the survival show “Neverland”, where he placed 2nd placed overall. A year after the show initially aired, the group would debut and Kyungho would debut as a vocalist for the group.
Despite his “official” position, many fans refer to him as an honorary member of the vocal line due to his overlooked vocal abilities.
Kyungho is a optimistic person, who often looks at the bright side when things seems bad. Determined to find fun in every situation, he is described as the mood maker of the group. Kyungho deeply cares for the other members, and wishes the best for them, thus prioritizing their own happiness over his most of the time. He enjoys seeing others happy, which in turn makes him happy.
key duo relationships: Junyong, Shota, Hyuk
center, lead rapper, lead dancer
Park Junyong is a member of Neverland under Enlight Entertainment. Under Sphere Entertainment, he would participate in the survival show “Neverland”. Much to Junyong’s surprise, he placed 1st, not only putting him in the final line up but also making him the group’s future center. A year later, Neverland would make their debut under Enlight Entertainment and Junyong would become the group’s lead rapper, lead dancer, and center.
Despite debuting as a rapper and dancer, Junyong has shown to be well-rounded in all positions during the show. When it comes to it, Junyong will sing, and showcase his vocals. He has a deeper voice (despite being one of their younger members), so fans tend to enjoy his parts.
Junyong is an overall laidback, yet reserved person. He rarely gets mad and hates starting arguments, often agreeing with the other party to avoid any conflict. He prefers listening to others over carrying on conversations since he thinks others have far more interesting things to say than him. Junyong tends to doubt his own abilities and struggles with his own insecurities. He believes that Kyungho should’ve been 1st and questions how he made it this far, but his group mates reassure him that his final placement was well deserved.
key duo relationships: Kyungho, Shota, Hyeongin, Vyn, Sanghyun
Main dancer, vocalist, rapper, maknae
Tsuyuzaki Shota is a mber of Neverland under Enlgight Entertainment. Initially, under NGW Entertainment, he participated in the survival show “Neverland”. In the final episode, he placed 17th, not making it into the final lineup. However, Shota was chosen as one of the four “judge choices”, placing him in the final lineup. One year later, the group would officially debut, with Shote as one of the main dancers.
Shota is one of the more introverted members, preferring to keep to himself. He sees social interaction as a tiring thing, and sometimes unnecessary. He always found it easier to keep to himself, thus resulting in him having a very little social life growing up. Besides, enjoys being alone anyway, so it never bothered him. However, it’s when others become closer to Shota, that they discover the little silly guy under that reserved person. Shota is described by the members as “quiet but also really weird” or just a “weird kid” (not in a bad way tho). Shota has a bit of a rebellious nature and unintentionally never follows the crowd. He doesn’t talk a lot, but when he does talk, he talks a lot. He has grown close to Junyong, Kyungho, and Yongzheng.
key duo relationships: Junyong, Kyungho, Sanghyun, Natsuo, Yongzheng, Tashi
lol that's it. this took like four days to finish wth??? A far more thorough guide, unlike the 1-E one. maybe I should go back and do that
