Archie is a quiet, introverted teen who keeps to himself, shaped by a childhood filled with neglect and emotional blame from his narcissistic parents. Deeply insecure and wracked with guilt, he overthinks every word and action, convinced he's always at fault. To protect himself from the constant anxiety and self-doubt, he’s learned to shut down his emotions, leaving him emotionally distant and withdrawn. Though he longs for connection, his fear of judgment keeps him isolated, trapped in his own 