Harlan Trapp

Phys Ed. Teacher. 43. Something about long walks on the beach.

[harlantrapp]

[cis man, he/him] Welcome to Aurora Bay, [HARLAN TRAPP]! I couldn’t help but notice you look an awful lot like [BRETT GOLDSTEIN]. You must be the [FOURTY THREE] year old [PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER AT AURORA BAY HIGH]. Word is you’re [CARING] but can also be a bit [BLUNT] and your favorite song is [SEVENTEEN GOING UNDER BY SAM FENDER]. I also heard you’ll be staying in [SEABROOK QUARTER]. I’m sure you’ll love it! 

Hi everyone! I'm Lin and I'm so excited to be joining you guys! I've taken just about a 3 year hiatus from group rp to focus on boring adult/career things, and I'm so excited to finally be getting back into it! Here's a little about my boy!

Character Name: Harlan Trapp

Age: 43

Occupation: Gym teacher at Aurora Bay High

Personality: Harlan is the epitome of the “hard shell, soft inside” trope. He moved from the south of London and has been living in America for around ten years, though you could tell where he comes from the second he parts his lips. Many people in his life would say he has “resting bitch face” and while he definitely hears even his friends whisper how scary he is, anyone who actually knows him knows that he’s a real softy. He spends his free time with a glass of wine and a classic movie. Harlan is the type of teacher who gets all of his students to make the other classes believe he’s the meanest and they’ll hate having him, when in reality he loves those kids with everything in him. After all, he has a reputation to uphold. When it comes to romance, he’s not the smoothest. His gruff exterior can put people off, not to mention that the language he tends to let out can be harsh. He’s got an incredible listening ear and is one of the most loyal friends you could ask for. He’d give anyone the shirt off of his back if they needed. 

@aurorabayaesthetic

[kaceyonthemic]

It dawns on him he's conveniently forgotten to tell people what he gets up to in his spare time. Harlan tends to bring a comforting presence, a fatherly presence, part of that makes him feel childish, but the other part is grateful for the relief that comes with the pat on the back. "God, that would be great. I went down quite the rabbit hole tonight." Kacey laughs off the remaining nerves, adjusting his backpack before starting them towards the bars. "How was your night going?"

[harlantrapp]

"How far down the rabbit hole did you go? Smoking caterpillars or all the way to The Queen?" He teased lightly, walking alongside Kacey, "Night's been fine, but my day was killer. I'm looking forward to a drink." Harlan glanced over, adding, "First one's on me, mate. You look rattled." Reaching out to nudge Kacey's shoulder, he continued, "You wanna talk about it? Or are we on 'forget everything I just learned' mode?"

[prupipers]

"It doesn't look like it's going to end," Pru confesses with a scrunch of her nose, cradling a take-out container and a to-go coffee in her hand.

"I just stopped by the diner 'cuz I didn't have any food in the house. I'm going to be up all night editing so I needed the sustenance."

She eyes him up and down.

"Better you're running on this side of town. Otherwise you'd be fighting the Oasis crowd."

@harlantrapp

[harlantrapp]

"I don't think coffee is going to help it end either way. We might be crossing paths again tomorrow at this rate." He softens a bit as he smiles, "Can't go wrong there. I don't think diner food is meant to be eaten before eleven pm or after nine am. There's a window from midnight to eight that is just peak diner hours." Harlan laughs and stretches as if ready to fight, "Oi, I could take them. I'm in my prime mid-life crisis. If it ain't a bar fight, it'll be some expensive car I don't need."

[selindogn]

Selin felt safe in her neighbourhood because nothing ever happened outside of tales of cheating and hints of divorce in the form of spouses leaving with suitcases— or the odd times they had to pick up their belongings from the corner of the street.

So it wasn't scary for her to be walking alone in the middle of the night when she couldn't sleep— until she actually ran into someone. "I scared you? The same could be said about you. You know majority of these homes have ring cameras if you're thinking of doing something stupid." / @harlantrapp

[harlantrapp]

"I'm well aware they all have ring cameras." His hand lifted to point at his house down the street, "Mine has one as well." Harlan licked his lips, letting out a small laugh as he joked, "Though I can't promise I won't do something stupid. Kind of my thing lately... What about you? You seem to be very aware of the houses with cameras, were your robbery plans interrupted?"

[butchfoden]

idc what you have to say roy was insane (complimentary) for this.

[oldamara]

The monthly game night with her close friend group had definitely ran over it's usual time. A consequence of agreeing to a never ending game of monopoly, especially with a group of stubborn individuals unwilling to trade and bargain. Her steps slow at the sight of the mysterious figure, even more as they approach closer. A nervous laugh escaping her lips at his words. "Shit, you're telling me." She exclaims, "But yeah, I guess you can say that. Leaving a hell of a game night," she admitted, "You know, usually people go running in the mornings."

[harlantrapp]

"Didn't mean to frighten you." He smiles wide, jogging in place, "Sounds like a great night for it to be ending at this time.. " Harlan smirks as he teases, "and to be technical with you, it's past midnight. This counts as morning." He pulls one of his headphones out, "I'm still on London time, so my schedule is all messed up. But now that I've got your attention, I've been meaning to ask you how the team's been doing. I couldn't keep up while I was away."

[missmilliemay]

Who: Anyone

Location: Aurora Bay Library

Millie May was sitting at the circulation desk, browsing trashy gossip magazines as she didn't have much work to do. All the library tasks were delegated and Millie May just hoped that the staffers would get things done and not hang about. As Millie was reading an article she heard footsteps approaching, she minimized her news article to prepare herself for the patron. "Hey love, did you need any help with anything today?" She called from behind the desk.

[harlantrapp]

Harlan glanced down at his phone a third time to make sure he had the correct name before staring back at the wall of books in front of him. When he heard someone call over, relief flushed through his body. "Yes, actually." He made his way over to the desk, "My niece was talking about this book..?" Harlan lifts his phone, checking once again before showing her the screenshot he'd been sent, "Fourth Wing? I don't get it, but she says I remind her of one of the dragons or somethin'. She told me not to read it, but if she's going to compare me to a dragon, I'm readin' it." He chuckled lightly, "You got it here?"

[thwipped]

a little boring again but i just wanted to do a quick drawing before i'm away from my computer for a bit

[sebitorres]

"Could say the same about you." Sebi, with his hands in his pockets flicks a smile over towards the stranger cloaked by the darkness. He'd decided to talk a different route for the way home, to enjoy the cool air. "I'm a bouncer, my day ends early the next morning."

— @harlantrapp

[harlantrapp]

Harlan huffed out a small laugh, "People tend to say I'm scary in the daylight as well.. can't really help my face" He smiled softly, his face lighting up with recognition, "Oasis. I knew you looked familiar." He bounced on his feet a bit to keep his blood flowing as they spoke, "Spent a few too many Saturday's there."

[sullivanxshaw]

Sully usually got home at a decent hour. The bakery closed at a good time where he could be home and spend the night with his family. But tonight he was sitting outside of his sisters work and waiting for her to finish closing at her job. summer had wanted to be helpful around the apartment now that she was over 18 but Sully had told her she didn’t need to. The stubborn gene was very really for the Shaws and she ignored him and kept working. However with her car acting up, sully had to put Sera to bed and wait for his other sister to get out of work. He sat on the hood outside since he figured just sitting in his car would have looked suspicious. Judging by the reaction he just got though; maybe that didn’t actually work out how he thought it would “ sorry. And here I thought just sitting in my car would have seemed scarier “ sully explained shaking his head. “ no. My sister had a late night shift and her car was2n’t working so here I am”

@harlantrapp

[harlantrapp]

Taking a few steps towards Sully, he laughed softly, shoving his hands in his pockets. "You know, I don't disagree with you that sitting inside your car would have for sure been a bit scarier... Though as a car guy, it is hurting me a bit inside that you're sitting on the bonnet like that." He lifted his head back up to meet eyes with other again. "Kind of you to wait out here for her at this time of night." He kicked a rock aside, arms folding across his chest, "so you're just sitting out here, attempting not to be scary."

[colexwalters]

Cole was also a little startled when he'd come across someone else walking the streets of aurora bay this late at night. He was enjoying his time being without a curfew or an ankle bracelet, so, late night walks had become a thing. "On my way home," he let out a slight chuckle. "I'd walked to Mcdonald's only to find out they wouldn't accept me walking through the drive though." He tilted his head to the side. "What are you up to?" @harlantrapp

[harlantrapp]

Harlan's jaw slacked when Cole explained the predicament he'd faced, "That's a bullshit rule, and they know it.. You think they'd let someone on a bike through? It's technically a vehicle, yeah?" His signature eyebrows furrowed as he thought about it internally. "You know, mate, I'm bored out of my fuckin' mind and I cannot sleep for the life of me.. so here I am..." He gestures around him with his arms out, "with jack shit to do.. I'm all caught up on the reality shows I could manage, I'm out of my good wine, and I figured the air could at least give me some kind of benefits instead of scrolling on my phone 'til sunrise." A small chuckle escapes Harlan's lips, "Though McDonald's does sound incredible right now.."

[msevangeline-evans]

evangeline had hoped the season would come and go without any viruses catching up with her son, but when a small figure appeared at her bedside with a stuffy nose and a fever to match, she knew it was foolish to think that their luck (and a toddler's immune system) would be that good. so, she set benji up with a movie, some ginger ale, and a thankfully still awake wes as she made a quick stop at the convenience store to pick up some medication and some popsicles for a rapidly reddening throat. it was sort of nice to get to experience aurora bay in the dead of night, though. a silver lining to the situation. the stars danced in an inky black sky while the distant sound of waves acted as a beautiful background score to the calm early spring evening.

her thoughts soon froze, however, when another figure came into view. a sharp gasp intermingled with his own exclamation, the noise horribly out of place in the dead of night. her gaunt frame relaxed when she noticed that the figure was a semi-familiar face. "same here." she admitted with a light laugh, kneeling down to pick up the box that had fallen out of her shopping bag. "oh, my night was supposed to end at ten tonight. then my son woke up with a fever, so I guess this is the extended reprise of the night." large eyes glanced up towards him, offering a soft smile.

"how about you?"

[harlantrapp]

Once he'd finally gotten his heart rate back to normal, Harlan managed to smile, especially seeing someone he recognized. He slid his wrist across his temple, wiping his sweat as she spoke. "Oh no, I hope he's alright. You're a good mum to be out at this time of night getting him what seems to be quite the haul." A rasp of a laugh escaped his lips, "I haven't gotten back on schedule since my trip to England. Honestly, at this rate I'm not sure I'll ever sleep again... until it's perfectly inconvenient for me. Seems to be when I'm busiest that the exhaustion hits." His shoulders rolled back rhythmically as he stretched, his eyes lighting up when he realizes where he knows her face from, "You're at the elementary, yeah? Those little concerts the kids put on are fuckin' adorable."

[elloras]

Brett Goldstein being incredibly straight

[roykeeleys]

#gagged him

[ciriila]

Cirila walked down the street, coffee in hand. Probably about her third one in the past three hours. She'd been working on a case, and doing research on a personal one of her own, when she'd lost track of time and ending up leaving late. She hadn't expected to see anyone else on the streets, but as she turned a corner, she was surprised to see a male running towards her. Intially, she let out a yelp, but when she could confirm that he wasn't running after her, she could relax.

"Jesus!" She exclaimed. "No, no, well... yes, I just finished work. But I was just on my way to the diner to grab a quick burger or something for the way home. Why are you out late?"

@harlantrapp

[harlantrapp]

Once Harlan had finally caught his breath, he was able to muster a small smile. "Well you certainly sound like you're a hard worker. My excuse isn't as noble." He took out his ear buds, popping them in the case as he spoke, "Got back from London two days ago and I still haven't gotten my schedule back on track. Figured if I'm up, I might as well do somethin' useful... though now that you mention burgers I might be ready for breakfast." He tilted his head to the right a bit, eyes meeting her coffee cup as he gestured to it with his head, "what kinda work's got you drinkin' coffee this early..? or late, I suppose."

[harlantrapp]

Open starter: @aurorabaystarter Location: anywhere

Maybe going for a run at one in the morning wasn't a great idea, but after returning from a visit with his family, Harlan's sleep schedule was completely off. He found himself nodding off at four pm, yet here he was, wide awake at one. Something about the streets was just more peaceful at this time of night. That is until he spots someone else and he can feel his heart drop to his feet. "Fuckin' hell.. Scared the shit out of me." He ran his hands over his face, "just endin' your night?"

[kaceyonthemic]

for: open! location: Outside Aurora Bay Library at closing time vibe: in which kacey just finished recording his podcast episode and is in need of shaking off the heebie jeebies he gave himself, assume connections (:

"Heyoo!" He greets his company, happy to be out of the quiet and empty recording booth and onto the warmth of the street and with a real living person. As much as he enjoyed what he did, and providing education, even he could get wigged out by the cases he presents or the diseases and causes of death he speaks on.

"Sorry to text so late, it's been a long day but I really felt like I needed to have a real conversation with a real person." He chuckles, longboard tucked under his arm as he starts to head down to the main street of Aurora Bay. "You hungry? Thirsty?"

@aurorabaystarter

[harlantrapp]

"No apologies, mate. Any time of night, you know that." Harlan claps a hand on Kacey's shoulder, a small chuckle escaping his lips. "You look like you've seen a ghost," he teases, already beginning to walk, "I could eat. But given the look on your face, I think I ought to buy you a drink, how 'bout that?"