FULL NAME : Erik Alexander Nyström. ALIAS : Rik AGE : 41 DATE OF BIRTH : May 8th, 1984. RELATIONSHIP STATUS: Single HOMETOWN : Kismet Harbor, Oregon TIME IN KISMET HARBOR: Born and raised. Returned March 1st 2025. RESIDENCE : Emerald Mist FACECLAIM : Chris Hemsworth trigger warning: Parkinsons.
EDUCATION : Bachelor degree in digital design. OCCUPATION : Digital Designer GENDER : Cis-Male PRONOUNS : He/Him SEXUALITY : Straight. HAIR COLOUR : Light brown/Dirty blonde. EYE COLOUR : Blue HEIGHT : 6'3" BUILD : Athletic ACCENT : American LANGUAGES : English, Swedish, German TATTOOS : None SCENT: Aramis ZODIAC : Taurus LOVE LANGUAGE : Physical touch, quality time. CLOTHING: Alternates. He loves leisure clothing and loose fit, but also loves sporty clothes.
CONDITIONS : ADHD, myopia ALLERGIES : Lactose Intolerant EATING HABITS : Often has a smoothie in his hand, especially green juice. Keeps a healthy diet but is also a texture eater so he avoids stringy and fatty foods. EXERCISE HABITS : Erik frequents the gym as much as he can. Though loves outdoor sports the best SLEEPING HABITS : A stomach sleeper. Wakes up with a light alarm system. Uses rain sounds to fall asleep. ADDICTIONS : None DRUG USE : None. ALCOHOL USE : On parties and functions.
POSITIVE TRAITS : adventurous, loyal, creative, energetic NEGATIVE TRAITS : restless, avoidant, impulsive, self-reliant to a fault PHOBIAS : None FEARS : Losing his family, losing his lifestyle HOBBIES : Skiing, mountain climbing, cliff diving, bootcamp HABITS : Only sits while eating. Doesn't like to not be in motion so even when standing in a queue he'll be moving. USUAL DEMEANOUR: Energetic
FATHER : Lars Nyström MOTHER : Astrid Nyström SIBLINGS : Magnus (younger brother) and Annika & Ingrid (younger sisters, identical twins) Nyström PARTNERS : Victoria Fletcher (1999-2005), Tanner Kohli (2025-2026) CHILDREN : None PETS : Border Collie called Fenrir.
BIOGRAPHY
Erik Alexander Nyström was born on May 8th, 1984, in Kismet Harbor, Oregon, the firstborn to Lars and Astrid Nyström, proud Swedish immigrants who had settled in the close-knit coastal town. From the start, Erik was a bundle of energy, always on the move, climbing furniture before he could walk and inventing games in the backyard with his younger siblings — Magnus and the identical twins, Annika and Ingrid.
Bright and creative, Erik did well in school, particularly excelling in art, technology, and design classes, though he often struggled to sit still for long periods. Diagnosed with ADHD at a young age, Erik’s parents encouraged his love of sports, which became both an outlet and a passion. He was involved in track and field, soccer, and the school’s ski club, where he developed a lifelong love for the outdoors and adrenaline-fueled activities.
During high school, Erik began dating Victoria Fletcher, a fellow creative with a love for photography. Their relationship was easy and full of adventure, with Erik pulling Vic along on spontaneous camping trips and Vic capturing their memories behind the lens. They stayed together after high school, both attending local colleges, with Erik pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Digital Design and Vic building her photography portfolio.
College was a period of growth for Erik — both personally and professionally. His love for design flourished, and his technical skills caught the attention of professors and freelance clients alike, allowing him to build a remote freelance career even before graduating.
However, as Erik’s desire for freedom and travel grew, it became clear that his and Vic's visions for their futures no longer aligned. Erik craved constant motion, while Vic's wanted a stable studio and gallery space to showcase her work. Though their breakup was amicable, it was also painful, as both knew that love wasn’t enough when their paths pulled them in opposite directions.
After earning his degree, Erik officially launched his career as a remote digital designer, taking on clients from around the world. By age 26, he took the plunge into full-time travel, combining his work with his passion for extreme sports.
Over the next decade and a half, Erik explored every corner of the globe, from the cliffs of New Zealand to the peaks of the Swiss Alps, the jungles of South America to the remote fjords of Scandinavia. He immersed himself in local cultures, often going off-grid for weeks at a time on hiking expeditions, mountain climbs, and cliff diving adventures.
Communication with his family was sporadic, especially during long treks, but Erik always found his way back to a signal to check in when he could. Over the years, Lars, Astrid, Magnus, Annika, and Ingrid each visited him in different countries, turning their visits into mini family vacations filled with adventure, exploration, and the occasional mishap.
Despite the unconventional lifestyle, Erik maintained his strong bond with his family, even if it meant celebrating holidays through video calls or sending postcards from the middle of nowhere.
In early 2025, Erik’s life took an unexpected turn when he learned that his father, Lars, had been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. Though Erik had built a life of freedom and adventure, the pull of family was stronger than ever. Without hesitation, he returned to Kismet Harbor, moving into Emerald Mist, a property offering him enough space to work remotely while staying close to his parents.
Now back in his hometown, Erik is navigating the challenges of staying in one place after nearly two decades on the move. He divides his time between caring for his father, supporting his mother, working on design projects, and reconnecting with his siblings. His energetic personality hasn’t changed — he still can’t sit still for long, always pacing, stretching, or finding ways to stay in motion, even while waiting in line.
His trusty Border Collie, Fenrir, is his constant companion, matching Erik’s boundless energy on long hikes along the cliffs or through the forests surrounding Kismet Harbor.
Though it’s been an adjustment to trade global adventures for small-town routines, Erik knows family comes first. With his father’s health in decline and his siblings also balancing their own lives, Erik is rediscovering the importance of home — even if part of him still aches for the freedom of the open road.
Timeline
1984
May 8th: Erik Alexander Nyström is born in Kismet Harbor, Oregon to Lars and Astrid Nyström, Swedish immigrants.
1986 - 1990 (Ages 2-6)
Younger brother Magnus is born.
Erik shows early signs of hyperactivity and is eventually diagnosed with ADHD.
Develops a love for climbing, running, and constantly moving.
1992 (Age 8)
Twin sisters Annika and Ingrid are born.
Erik takes on a protective, adventurous big brother role, often dragging his younger siblings along on backyard adventures.
1998 - 2002 (Ages 14-18) – Teen Years
Erik becomes a standout athlete in track and field, soccer, and the ski club at Kismet Harbor High School.
Starts dating Victoria Fletcher
Known for his creative mind in school, he excels in art and digital design courses, blending his creativity with his love for technology.
2002 (Age 18) – Graduation & Early Adulthood
Graduates from Kismet Harbor High School.
Enrolls at a nearby college, pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Digital Design.
Moves into an apartment together with Victoria so they can commute to college together.
2003 - 2006 (Ages 19-22) – College Years
Balances his studies, freelance design work, and his relationship with Victoria.
Erik begins to crave travel and adventure, spending breaks on road trips and spontaneous outdoor excursions.
The tension grows between his desire to roam and Victoria's wish for stability.
They amicably break up after graduation, realizing their futures don’t align.
2006 - 2010 (Ages 22-26) – Career Launch & First Travels
Graduates with a Bachelor’s degree in Digital Design.
Starts working remotely as a freelance digital designer, gaining clients from across the country.
Takes his first major international trip, falling in love with extreme sports — including skiing, mountain climbing, and cliff diving.
His love for travel solidifies, and he commits to a digital nomad lifestyle, splitting his time between remote design work and adrenaline sports.
2010 - 2025 (Ages 26-40) – Global Nomad Life
Erik travels extensively across the world, including:
New Zealand (cliff diving)
Switzerland (mountain climbing)
Peru (hiking the Andes)
Japan (snowboarding)
Sweden (reconnecting with extended family and exploring his heritage)
Communication with family becomes sporadic, especially during long treks and climbs, though Erik always reconnects when possible.
Magnus, Annika, Ingrid, and their parents individually visit him in different countries, turning visits into adventure-filled family vacations.
Keeps his design career thriving, taking on high-profile clients while working from anywhere with a stable Wi-Fi signal.
Adopts his Border Collie, Fenrir, during a stay in Canada, and the two become inseparable adventure partners.
2025 (Age 40) – Return to Kismet Harbor
Erik learns that his father, Lars Nyström, has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease.
Chooses to return home to Kismet Harbor to help support his family.
Moves into a property in Emerald Mist, balancing remote design work, family responsibilities, and reconnecting with his siblings.
Struggles with adapting to a stable life after years on the move, but remains active, constantly moving, pacing, or exercising whenever he can.
Begins reconnecting with old friends and possibly running into familiar faces, including Victoria.
