Lost Records: Bloom & Rage - Character Guide#
Character Overview#
| Character | Age in 1995 | Age in 2023 | Voice actor | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swann Holloway | 16 | 43 | Olivia Lepore | Camerawoman — observer — introvert |
| Autumn Lockhart | 16 | 43 | Andrea Carter | Rationalist — mediator — reliable |
| Nora Malakian | 16 | 43 | Amelia Sargisson | Free spirit — musician — rebellious |
| Kat Mikaelsen | 15 | N/A | Natalie Liconti | The mysterious one — angry girl — fragile |
Swann Holloway#
Basic Info#
| Attribute | Notes |
|---|---|
| Identity | Amateur videographer |
| Family | Parents — about to move from Velvet Cove to Vancouver |
| Personality type | INFP (introverted, intuitive, feeling, perceiving) |
| Hobby | Recording everything with her camcorder |
| Signature color | Blue |
Personality Analysis#
| Trait | Notes | Expression |
|---|---|---|
| Introverted | Not socially adept — shy around strangers | Rather passive early on |
| Observant | Catches details through the lens | Key to finding hidden clues |
| Creative | Filming and editing memoirs | The game’s core mechanic |
| Loyal | Treasure friendships once formed | Influences the final ending choice |
| Growth | Marked growth from 1995 to 2023 | The heart of her character arc |
Character Development#
| Stage | Behavior | Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Early game | Shy, cautious, watching the world through the lens | Begins stepping out of her comfort zone |
| Mid game | Starts participating actively — standing up for friends | Gaining courage |
| Late game | Acts decisively in the face of danger | Confidence built |
| 2023 timeline | Views the past with a mature adult perspective | A complete character arc |
Autumn Lockhart#
Basic Info#
| Attribute | Notes |
|---|---|
| Occupation (2023) | Social worker |
| Family (2023) | Divorced — has a son |
| Residence (2023) | Atlanta |
| Personality type | ESFJ (extraverted, sensing, feeling, judging) |
| Signature color | Green |
Personality Analysis#
| Trait | Notes | Expression |
|---|---|---|
| Responsible | Always weighs consequences | Often reminds her friends to be careful |
| Empathetic | Deeply cares about her friends’ feelings | Easily affected emotionally |
| Anxious | Has a history of anxiety attacks | Key emotional scenes |
| Practical | Focuses on workable solutions | A contrast to Nora |
| Loyal | Reached out to everyone 27 years later | The story’s driver |
Autumn’s Relationship Web#
| Relationship | Description | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| With Nora | Best friends since childhood — Nora’s best friend | Their personalities complement each other |
| With Swann | Instant fondness at first meeting — Swann makes her feel safe | Swann’s help during her anxiety attack |
| With Kat | Protective of Kat — but also afraid of her extremes | The final choice before the Abyss |
| 2023 friends | Reached out to everyone for the reunion — wants to face the past | The one who most wants the truth opened |
Nora Malakian#
Basic Info#
| Attribute | Notes |
|---|---|
| Occupation (2023) | Fashion blogger |
| Family (2023) | Married — has kids |
| Residence (2023) | Los Angeles |
| Personality type | ENFP (extraverted, intuitive, feeling, perceiving) |
| Signature color | Red |
Personality Analysis#
| Trait | Notes | Expression |
|---|---|---|
| Free-spirited | Unrestrained — chases freedom | Pushes her friends into adventure |
| Musical talent | Guitarist — creative energy | The soul of the band |
| Rebellious | Resists authority and rules | A major source of conflict |
| Confident exterior | Looks fearless | But may be insecure inside |
| Avoidant | The least willing to revisit the past in 2023 | Influences the 2023-line choices |
Nora’s Relationship Web#
| Relationship | Description | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| With Autumn | Best friends since childhood — Autumn is her anchor | Complementary personalities — reason vs emotion |
| With Swann | Admires Swann’s camera talent — wants to bring her out of her shell | The invitation to adventure |
| With Kat | Drawn to Kat’s mystery and rage — but also worried | Supports Kat’s revenge plan |
| 2023 avoidance | The least willing to remember the past — wants to look forward | The key choice of whether she stays |
Kat Mikaelsen#
Basic Info#
| Attribute | Notes |
|---|---|
| Age (2023) | Deceased or missing |
| Identity | Middle schooler — the band’s lead singer and songwriter |
| Family | Older sister Dylan — strict parents — the Mikaelsen family runs the ranch |
| Health | Leukemia |
| Personality type | INFJ (introverted, intuitive, feeling, judging) |
| Signature color | Purple |
Personality Analysis#
| Trait | Notes | Expression |
|---|---|---|
| Rage | Full of anger at fate and family | The source of the band’s name, Rage |
| Vulnerable | The fear and sorrow hidden under the anger | Key emotional moments |
| Mysterious | Has a special connection to the Abyss | The core supernatural element |
| Creative | Writes songs — expressing deep emotion | The band’s creative spirit |
| Extreme | Revenge at any cost | The key to the final confrontation |
Kat’s Illness and Fate#
| Stage | Symptoms | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Early stage | Occasional fatigue — mild symptoms | Subtle — only attentive players notice |
| Mid stage | Nosebleeds — weakness — hospitalization | The key to the concert scene |
| Late stage | Severe weakness — severe anemia | Mobility limited late in the game |
| 1995 ending | Depends on choices — may survive or vanish | Directly affects the ending |
Kat’s Relationship Web#
| Relationship | Description | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| With Swann | Protects Swann at first — a special bond forms | The window-climbing scene |
| With Nora | Drawn to Nora’s free spirit | Musical collaboration |
| With Autumn | Autumn tries to protect Kat — but Kat refuses protection | The conflict before the Abyss |
| With her sister Dylan | A complicated sisterhood — Dylan loves her and restrains her | Dylan reveals the leukemia truth |
| With the Abyss | Seems to share a psychic link with the Abyss — hears voices | The core of the entire supernatural line |
Character Relationship Chart#
Voice Cast and Behind the Scenes#
| Character | Voice actor | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Swann Holloway | Olivia Lepore | Stage actress |
| Autumn Lockhart | Andrea Carter | Multiple game voice roles |
| Nora Malakian | Amelia Sargisson | Nominated for Best Performance at the New York Game Awards |
| Kat Mikaelsen | Natalie Liconti | First game voice role |
| Dylan Mikaelsen | Victoria Diamond | TV actress |
| Corey Litchfield | Jordan Dawson | Stage and screen actor |
| Gus | Alex Bisping | Multiple game voice roles |
| Pam | Leni Parker | Veteran actress with many screen credits |
Role-Playing Suggestions#
| Route | Suggestion | Suits |
|---|---|---|
| Swann (you) | Choose how you react — shy or brave | All players — this is your avatar |
| Autumn’s route | Support her decisions — comfort her when she’s vulnerable | Players who like rational character routes |
| Nora’s route | Join her adventures — don’t hold her back | Players who like free-spirited routes |
| Kat’s route | Protect her — understand her anger — back her fight | Players who like deep emotional routes |
Character Looks Over Time#
| Character | 1995 look | 2023 look | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swann | Long curly hair — casual tee — hoodie | Short hair — mature dressing | From girl to grown woman |
| Autumn | Shoulder-length hair — clean style | Sharp, capable social-worker look | A professional turn |
| Nora | Distinctive outfits — dyed hair — rock style | Fashion blogger — polished look | From punk to fashion |
| Kat | Long hair — dress — innocent yet furious | Appears with short hair | Cut her hair in anger |
| Corey | Classic 90s thug look | Unknown — missing | Disappeared in 1995 |
| Dylan | 90s teenage look | Grown woman — small-town life | A sad transformation |
Character Themes and Symbolism#
| Character | Signature color | Symbol | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swann | Blue | The camcorder | Observation and memory — she defines herself through the lens |
| Autumn | Green | Letters and piano | Responsibility and care — the anchor keeping the friendship |
| Nora | Red | Guitar and skateboard | Freedom and rebellion — the urge to break rules |
| Kat | Purple | Cross necklace and lyrics | Rage and faith — the flame that fights fate |
Character Talents and Interests Comparison#
| Item | Swann | Autumn | Nora | Kat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Talent | Filming and editing | Piano and social work | Guitar, songwriting, and fashion styling | Writing songs and singing lead |
| Interests | Old movies and videotapes | Playing piano and caring for small animals | Skateboarding and record stores | Writing lyrics and birdwatching |
| Family position | Only child — a flat relationship with her parents | Eldest daughter — carries family pressure | Grew up free in the family — doted on | Youngest — overprotected by her sister |
Relationship Timeline#
| Stage | Relationship state | Event |
|---|---|---|
| First meeting | Strangers — each with their own worries | The four come together over the keys |
| Summer | From teammates to best friends | Sharing secrets and dreams |
| After the Abyss | The relationship torn apart by the secret | The promise never to speak of it — each drifting away |
| 2023 | Reunion and reconciliation | Re-understanding each other after memories return |
Signature Quotes and Emotional Themes#
| Character | Quote theme |
|---|---|
| Swann | Lets the camera speak for her — recording desperately for fear of losing |
| Autumn | Always caring for others — rarely cared for herself |
| Nora | The more afraid she is of staying, the further she walks — escape became instinct |
| Kat | Rage is her weapon against death — and her final armor |