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{{Quotation|[[Ivy]]|My life started when I met the Arroyos. Anything before that doesn't really matter to me.}}The | {{DISPLAYTITLE:The Arroyos}} | ||
{{Quotation|[[Ivy]]|My life started when I met the Arroyos. Anything before that doesn't really matter to me.}}The Arroyos are [[Ivy]]'s surrogate family that live in [[wikipedia:East_Harlem|Spanish Harlem]]. | |||
== Summary == | == Summary == | ||
20 years before the ritual takes place,<ref>[[Ivy's visual novel|Ivy's Visual Novel]] - [[Ivy's visual novel/Transcription#Chapter 1 - Career Day|Chapter 1]] - {{PageRef|name=Ivy}}: ''"For the past 20 years I was so focused on cleaning up Spanish Harlem, I never really thought about what to do when I was finished."''</ref> the Arroyos were a small family that lived in Spanish Harlem while it was under [[The Mendoza Syndicate|Mendoza]]'s control. One day, Sophia Arroyo and one of her parents were attacked in the streets by thugs, but were saved by [[Ivy]], who was then adopted by the | 20 years before the ritual takes place,<ref>[[Ivy's visual novel|Ivy's Visual Novel]] - [[Ivy's visual novel/Transcription#Chapter 1 - Career Day|Chapter 1]] - {{PageRef|name=Ivy}}: ''"For the past 20 years I was so focused on cleaning up Spanish Harlem, I never really thought about what to do when I was finished."''</ref> the Arroyos were a small family that lived in Spanish Harlem while it was under [[The Mendoza Syndicate|Mendoza]]'s control. One day, Sophia Arroyo and one of her parents were attacked in the streets by thugs, but were saved by [[Ivy]], who was then adopted by the Arroyos. For the next 18 years, Ivy spent her life fighting against the Mendoza Syndicate to free Spanish Harlem for the Arroyos.<ref name=":0">{{PageRef|name=Ivy}}'s background</ref> | ||
In the current day, the | In the current day, the Arroyos live happily with Ivy in a Mendoza-free Spanish Harlem. Carlos and Maria had a son named "Manny", while Sophia was heading off for college. Ivy thinks the Arroyos are the best family in the world.<ref>[[Ivy's visual novel|Ivy's Visual Novel]] - [[Ivy's visual novel/Transcription#Chapter 1 - Career Day|Chapter 1]] - {{PageRef|name=Ivy}}: ''" Yeah. The Arroyos are wonderful people, and Carlos would never ask me to pay rent but, like... now that Sophie's going to fancy college, I feel like I need to contribute. Not that dismantling the Mendoza Syndicate isn't contributing, that's just more... contributing with a "capital C", as opposed to like, buying groceries."''</ref> | ||
Ivy is reluctant to leave the | Ivy is reluctant to leave the Arroyos on their own for too long.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Ivy|hero2=Kelvin|number=1|hero_quote1=Kelvin|quote1=You know, I could use someone like you on one of my expeditions.|hero_quote2=Ivy|quote2=Thanks for the offer, sir, but I don't think I could be away from the Arroyos that long.}}</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Ivy}}'s in-game [[Ivy/Quotes#Generic Pings|voice line]] (Post-Game Ping): ''"I need to get back to the Arroyos."''</ref> This could be due to the fear that the Arroyos will be hurt if she's away from them.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Patron}}'s in-game [[Ivy/Quotes#Patrons|voice line]] (Start Ivy): ''"It's only a matter of time before Mendoza comes for the Arroyos to get to you. Protect them, Ivy. Summon me."''</ref><ref name=":1">{{PageRef|name=The Doorman}}'s in-game [[The Doorman/Quotes#Hotel Guest Taunt - Hero Specific|voice line]] (Taunt Ivy): ''"In five years, one of the Arroyo's is going to die, and there is nothing you can do to stop it.''</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=The Doorman}}'s in-game [[The Doorman/Quotes#Hotel Guest Taunt - Hero Specific|voice line]] (Taunt Ivy): ''"If you’re here with me, who is protecting the Arroyos from Mendoza?"''</ref> | ||
The | The Arroyos eat [[wikipedia:Mofongo|Mofongo]], a traditional Puerto-Rican dish.<ref name=":0" /><ref>{{PageRef|name=Ivy}}'s in-game [[Ivy/Quotes#Post-Game|voice line]]: ''"We better make this quick: it's Mofongo night!"''</ref> | ||
The | The Arroyos are likely Catholic, based on Ivy's reaction to killing [[Venator]].<ref>{{PageRef|name=Ivy}}'s in-game [[Ivy/Quotes#Removed/Unused Voice Lines|voice line]] (Killed Venator): ''"I, uh... I probably shouldn't tell the Arroyos about this."''</ref><ref name=":2">{{PageRef|name=Ivy}}'s in-game [[Ivy/Quotes#Removed/Unused Voice Lines|voice line]] (Killed Venator): ''"Maria isn't hearing about this."''</ref> | ||
There are four known Arroyos: Carlos, Maria, Sophia and Manny. | There are four known Arroyos: Carlos, Maria, Sophia and Manny. | ||
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=== Sophia Arroyo === | === Sophia Arroyo === | ||
Sophia Arroyo, also known as Sophie, is the elder daughter of the | Sophia Arroyo, also known as Sophie, is the elder daughter of the Arroyos. Based on her being a child when Ivy was brought to life, Sophia's age is likely in her mid-twenties. | ||
Unknown to Ivy and the other | Unknown to Ivy and the other Arroyos, Sophia works at [[Wraith]]'s casino, helping Wraith as her bookmaker.<ref>[[Ivy's visual novel/Transcription|Ivy's Visual Novel - Chapter 3C]] - {{PageRef|name=Ivy}}: ''"Do you know how much trouble you'll be in if Carlos caught you playing in an illegal poker game?" -'' {{PageRef|name=Wraith}}: ''"She's not playing, she's just helping with my books."''</ref><ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Ivy|hero2=Vyper|number=3|hero_quote1=Vyper|quote1=Yeah, I just wanted to know how you feel about your sister working for Wraith.|hero_quote2=Ivy|quote2=What are you talking about?}}</ref> In one pathway in [[Ivy's visual novel/Transcription|Ivy's visual novel]], Ivy discovers Sophia's secret job.<ref>[[Ivy's visual novel|Ivy's Visual Novel]] - [[Ivy's visual novel/Transcription#3c - Career Day|Chapter 3C]]</ref> While the ending of that pathway is unknown, it likely results in Ivy participating in the ritual is keep Sophia safe.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Patron}}'s in-game [[Ivy/Quotes#Patrons|voice line]] (Start Ivy): ''"Sophie is in more danger than she could ever know, but this is your chance to keep her safe."''</ref> | ||
Sophia attends Columbia College as one of [[Dynamo]]'s students.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Dynamo}}'s in-game [[Dynamo/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (Killed Ivy): ''"I assure you, Ivy, your behavior will not impact my grading of Sophia Arroyo."''</ref> Sophia speaks highly of Dynamo<ref>{{PageRef|name=Ivy}}'s in-game [[Ivy/Quotes#Allies|voice line]] (Clutch Dynamo heal): ''"Sophie was right, you are the best!"''</ref><ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Ivy|hero2=Dynamo|number=1|hero_quote1=Ivy|quote1=It's nice to meet you, Professor. Sophia speaks very highly of you.}}</ref> and Dynamo thinks she's a great student, but he is worried about her due to Sophia sleeping during lessons due to working long shifts at her job.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Ivy|hero2=Dynamo|number=2|hero_quote1=Dynamo|quote1=She's a great student, but... Lately she's been falling asleep in class. She says she's been pulling long shifts at her job, and it's wearing her out.}}</ref> Dynamo is unaware that Sophia works for Wraith. | Sophia attends Columbia College as one of [[Dynamo]]'s students.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Dynamo}}'s in-game [[Dynamo/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (Killed Ivy): ''"I assure you, Ivy, your behavior will not impact my grading of Sophia Arroyo."''</ref> Sophia speaks highly of Dynamo<ref>{{PageRef|name=Ivy}}'s in-game [[Ivy/Quotes#Allies|voice line]] (Clutch Dynamo heal): ''"Sophie was right, you are the best!"''</ref><ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Ivy|hero2=Dynamo|number=1|hero_quote1=Ivy|quote1=It's nice to meet you, Professor. Sophia speaks very highly of you.}}</ref> and Dynamo thinks she's a great student, but he is worried about her due to Sophia sleeping during lessons due to working long shifts at her job.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Ivy|hero2=Dynamo|number=2|hero_quote1=Dynamo|quote1=She's a great student, but... Lately she's been falling asleep in class. She says she's been pulling long shifts at her job, and it's wearing her out.}}</ref> Dynamo is unaware that Sophia works for Wraith. | ||
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=== Manny Arroyo === | === Manny Arroyo === | ||
Manny Arroyo is the younger son of the | Manny Arroyo is the younger son of the Arroyos. Manny's age is unknown, however he's implied to still be in school.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Ivy}}'s in-game [[Ivy/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (Killed Viscous): ''"That thing is like if Manny's science fair project gained sentience."''</ref> | ||
Manny seems to be a bookworm, as he loves reading about [[Kelvin]]'s adventures<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Ivy|hero2=Kelvin|number=2|hero_quote1=Ivy|quote1=I know this is an awkward time to ask, but, when this is over, would you be willing to talk to my brother? He's a BIG fan of your adventure stories.}}</ref> and gets taken to libraries by Ivy for [[Paige]]'s Story Time.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Ivy}}'s in-game [[Ivy/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (Killed Paige): ''"And she was so nice when I took Manny to story hour!"''</ref> | Manny seems to be a bookworm, as he loves reading about [[Kelvin]]'s adventures<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Ivy|hero2=Kelvin|number=2|hero_quote1=Ivy|quote1=I know this is an awkward time to ask, but, when this is over, would you be willing to talk to my brother? He's a BIG fan of your adventure stories.}}</ref> and gets taken to libraries by Ivy for [[Paige]]'s Story Time.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Ivy}}'s in-game [[Ivy/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (Killed Paige): ''"And she was so nice when I took Manny to story hour!"''</ref> | ||
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* [[wikipedia:East_Harlem|Spanish Harlem]], also known as East Harlem or ''El Barrio'', is a real New York neighborhood with majority Hispanic population. | * [[wikipedia:East_Harlem|Spanish Harlem]], also known as East Harlem or ''El Barrio'', is a real New York neighborhood with majority Hispanic population. | ||
* The | * The Arroyos seem to be spelt "The Arroyos" instead of "The Arroyos", based on {{PageRef|name=Ivy}}'s background.<ref name=":0" /> | ||
* {{PageRef|name=The Doorman}} says that one of the | * {{PageRef|name=The Doorman}} says that one of the Arroyos will die in 5 years, no matter what Ivy does.<ref name=":1" /> This could be a bluff, but it's unknown. | ||
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