Hope starts as naïve, insecure, and sensitive. His speech is usually reserved, but he has outbursts when his emotions overwhelm him. He is quick to blame others for his misfortunes and is affected by harsh words and rash actions, especially those involving personal subjects. Hope shows considerable intelligence and insight, able to deduce things from his observations. Coming from an upper-class family and having little exposure to how the world works, Hope has no battle experience and fears.