Arcfield: A Sylvanian Village: Families

Here's an overview of the families living in Arcfield.

This page is a permanent work in progress as I add families and write their biographies. If a family has no biography, that might be because they haven't appeared in the blog yet. Thank you for your patience. :)

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* Index

The McFarlane Bear Family

The Chocolate Rabbit Family

The Robinson Red Panda Family

The Spinelli Hedgehog Family

The Andes Alpaca Family

The Hunter-Smyth Chocolate Labrador Family

The Waters Beavers Family

* The McFarlane Bear Family

Father Nicholas McFarlane is the mayor of Arcfield. He is, despite his rank, a very modest, kind and generous man who is easy to talk with. He cares greatly about each and every citizen's wellbeing, and always goes out of his way to make sure everyone is comfortable in the village, which often results in him working long hours. He's as astronomy enthusiast, and as his home oversees the village, he can often be seen on the balcony on dark, starry nights, glued to his telescope. He also likes technology in general and optical devices such as photo cameras.

Mother Elizabeth McFarlane is as good-natured and kind as her husband. No matter the issue, she always seems to approach it in a calm way and with a sweet smile. She's very empathetic and people often seek her out for advice. She's great at gardening, which is her biggest hobby, and has even tried her hand at topiaries! She also loves taking care of her daughter and young son, and is very invested in their education.

Sister Annabelle McFarlane is well-mannered and polite, though that doesn't mean she's shy! She's not afraid to voice her opinions, although she always does it in a calm and collected way, as her mother taught her. She's a very good student and loves pretty stationery. She likes to spend time choosing the perfect paper to write letters to her best friend, Frances Robinson, even though she also lives in Arcfield and they see each other every day! Annabelle loves to write stories, and since Frances likes to draw, they dream of one day working on a picture book together! Annabelle is quite the daddy's girl.

Baby Brother Albie McFarlane is a very well-behaved baby, even though he's still very young. He doesn't move around much yet, but loves when his big sister Annabelle plays with him, and will listen attentively when she reads to him.

* The Chocolate Rabbit Family

Father Frasier Chocolate used to have a prestigious and stylish chocolaterie, which he lost along with his home in an unfortunate natural disaster. A very patient and determined man, even at the face of misfortune, he managed to re-open his business after moving to Arcfield. Frasier doesn't speak much, but under his calm exterior lies a great strenght on which his wife and children rely on. His chocolates are both refined and delicious, and he prides himself in using only the best ingredients to make them. He's also great at giving them attractive shapes. He loves his children with all his heart, and would do anything for them.

Mother Teri Chocolate is as good as her husband at making sweets, though her specialty is making delicious chocolate cakes! She devotes her life of taking care of her many and very rambuctious children, although they sometimes drive her absolutely crazy! She's glad to have her level-headed husband to rely on when her temper gets the better of her. She tries her best to be the best friend, mother and wife possible, and is very glad to have moved to the same town as her childhood friend Elizabeth. She loves tor ead, although she lately hasn't had much time for it!

Sister Freya Chocolate might seem prim and girly at first glance, but she's actually quite the troublemaker! She enjoys playing pranks on her friends and family (which drives her mother Teri absolutely crazy!) and has quite the sense of humour. She's also a very loyal friend who will do everything in her power to help a loved one in need.

Brother Coco Chocolate loves riding his bycicle all around town and playing ball sports! He loves eating, particularly the sweets his parents make, and has an interest in the modern devices that are starting to appear in Sylvania, such as TVs, telescopes and photo cameras! He finds school very tiresome and does not always get good grades.

Baby Sister Crème Chocolate is still small, but very energetic! She always has a big smile on her face, though is often scared by sudden, loud noises. She loves climbing up and down everywhere she can reach, and following her older siblings around!

Baby Brother Kabe Chocolate loves to move around as well despite his young age! He crawls around everywhere, scaring his mother to death at times when she can't find him! He loves jumping on the bed and making a mess of the sheets.

Baby Sister Breeze Chocolate is, unlike her siblings, very calm and serene, and spends a lot of time sleeping. She's her mother last hope at having a quiet child! She's a very cute baby who will look straight at people's eyes and smile sweetly without making a fuss.

Grandfather Rhys Chocolate and Grandmother Patricia Chocolate are Teri's parents. They are adventurous, free spirits and are often away, travelling by boat. That doesn't mean, however, that they aren't loving grandparents that dote on their grandchildren, because they sure are! They often come back to Arcfield to visit their family.

Rhys, a sailor, loves indulging his many grandchildren and their friends with tales of his adventures at sea (although it might be that not all of them are strictely true!). Much to his daughter's dismay, he also likes telling embarrassing stories about her childhood!

Patricia, an excellent cook and baker, loves making delicious meals for her loved ones. She tends to overcater, but she means well and just wants to make sure that no one stays hungry. Aven though she's a refined lady that was born in a wealthy family, she feels much more at ease doing things herself and freely traveling the world with her adored husband than she ever was back at her childhood's mansion.

* The Robinson Red Panda Family

Father Wilbur Robinson owns the village's most popular pub! All villagers of Arcfield love going to his bar to enjoy his homemade wine and his wife's excellent cooking. He's a cheerful man who always has a helpful ear and a funny joke ready. No one can remember ever seeing him angry!

Mother Fliss Robinson is an excellent cook! She loves cooking and baking and all of her dishes are delicious and made with love. She's an expert homemaker who takes pride in her spotless house. Though very kind and warm, she will scold anyone, child or adult, that does not take care of themselves and perform their duties properly. If it's cold outside and you didn't bring a jacket, she won't let you leave until you borrow one from her and take a pot of warm soup with you, just in case!

Sister Frances Robinson is a very sweet girl who is also quite shy. A bit of an introvert, she enjoys indoor hobbies such as reading, drawing and crafting. She's best friends with Annabelle McFarlane, and will be often seen when her when she goes outside. She's great with children, even boisterous ones such as her little sister Cali.

Baby Sister Cali Robinson is growing up to be the perfect opposite of her big sister! She loves being with people and is loud and demanding. She's also a bit of a picky eater, which makes her mother worry at times. Although she can be quite naughty, her cuteness often allows her to get away with it!

* The Spinelli Hedgehog Family

Father Anthony Spinelli owns and manages the town's bakery alongside his wife, but his passion's not bread, it's pizza! He loves pizza, if left to his own devices he would eat it for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Not happy with only making the usual toppings, he loves to experiment with the ingredients and always has a new flavour to test! He tends to hog the bakery's oven to make his pizzas, which often irritates his wife, Carmela. He's also so jovial and such a child at heart that she often complains that she lives with three children, not just two!

Mother Carmela Spinelli is the best baker around! She gets up the earliest in the whole village to start working on her delicious bread. Many villagers are woken up by the delicious smells coming out of her oven and are often tempted to pass by and get the occasional sweet treat or to grab a quick bite before going to their respective jobs. Children love to visit her shop after school to get something to eat, and they often play together in the plaza in front of it afterwards! Although she can be serious when there's a need for it, she almost always has a smile in her face and is liked by everyone in Arcfield.

Sister Livia Spinelli is full of energy! And thus, she's specially fond of outdoor hobbies and activities that require a lot of movement: dancing, climbing, swimming, playing sports, you name it, she wants to try it! She's a cheerful girl and tends to speak very loud and very fast! Her mother sometimes tells her that she should be more ladylike, but in truth, she loves her daughter just as she is.

Brother Silvio Spinelli is the polar opposite of her sister. He loves to stay indoors, read his comic books, relax on the couch and possibly take a nap or two! Unfortunately for him, Livia usually drags him with her to all her activities. They're as thick as thieves and they're usually seen together. Although Silvio might complain that his sister is always forcing him to do things, truth is he'd rather be with her than alone.

Older brother Christopher Spinelli is Anthony's younger brother. As he didn't take his university studies seriously, his parents sent him to Arcfield to live with his brother and work for him. He's currently working as the deliveryman for the bakery, though he mostly delivers his brother's pizzas! Carefree and relaxed, he actually enjoys his job, as it allows him to ride his motorbike all day long; he goes around the small village buzzing by on it and amazing the passersby with its speed! He also appreciates the fact that the customers often invite him for tea or give him a little something to eat with every delivery! Even though some people in the village try and tell him to be more responsible, his impish smile and charismatic behaviour usually allows him to get away with most everything.
* The Andes Alpaca Family

Father Ricardo "Rick" Andes is the village's doctor. He studied in a prestigious university in the big city, but has always loved the countryside and preferred to go to live in Arcfield with his family. He goes around on his trusty bicycle all day long, doing home visits. His warm and sincere disposition, as well at the utmost care with which he treats his patients makes him well liked by everyone in the village. He's a bit absent-minded though, and tends to forget his coat and sometimes even his medical suitcase at home! He loves his wife Ariadna dearly, and they can often be seen being all loving with each other, like a couple of teenagers!

Mother Ariadna Andes is an expert seamstress and dressmaker. She has always loved sewing and making clothes, and when she grew up her hobby became her profession. She's very knowledgeable in textiles and fabrics, and always knows what the perfect material would be for everything she makes. Everyone in the village goes to her when they need new clothes or something mended, and her colourful creations are very popular. She's a sweet woman with a shy, timid disposition who sometimes finds it hard to be assertive. She only ever feels completely at ease in the company of her family.

Sister Fiorella Andes, unlike her mother, has quite the strong character! One of the best students at the school, she's smart and she knows it. She can get a bit bossy sometimes, and when she gets something on her mind there's no stopping her until she gets it done! She has a lovely, angelic singing voice, and her music teacher believes she could become famous in the future if she pursues her music studies.

Baby Brother Óscar Andes is a very energetic baby! He loves to ride on his father's bycicle and wave to everyone on the street. He also likes to roll around on his mother's fine and silky fabrics, much to her dismay! His big sister tries and get him to behave, but most of the time he won't have any of it!

* The Hunter-Smyth Chocolate Labrador Family

Father Charles Hunter-Smyth works as a banker in the big city and commutes every day to and from the village. He decided to move to Arcfield because he wanted his children to have the countryside childhood he himself experienced when living in his parents' farm. His expertise with numbers has allowed him to help mayor McFarlane with the village's finances, a very welcome aid! Thorough, responsible, and somewhat of a perfectionist, he's quite dependable when it comes to getting things done. Since he's always willing to give a helping hand to whoever's in need, he's very well-liked in the village.

Mother Camilla Hunter-Smyth is quite cheerful and relaxed, the perfect match to her sometimes meticulous husband. Her practical nature and flexible mind makes her very good at problem solving, and she always has a kind word of advice ready for anyone who might need it. A classy and elegant city lady, lover of all things fashion and style, Camilla is looking forward to opening a shoe and accessories shop in Arcfield in the near future.

Sister Isabella Hunter-Smyth has learned to be studious and responsible from her father. She quite misses the big city where her family used to live, but she's slowly starting to appreciate the low-stress lifestyle of a village. Before she couldn't afford to stop studying even for a day in order to stay on top of her grades, but now she has quite a lot of free time to get out and play! Despite being a bit prissy at times, she's quickly becoming friends with the other young girls her age in the village. She's very close to her twin brother Hector, and they tend to finish each other's sentences. She hates vegetables with a passion.

Brother Hector Hunter-Smyth loves maths and science, and hopes to become a successful researcher when he grows up. Even though he’s a city boy through and through, he doesn't miss the big city as much as his sister; he already was a bit of a loner back then, and enjoyed spending time alone in his room, which he can still do. Since he and Isabella have been spending more time out lately, he's slowly beginning to appreciate outdoor activities, though he still doesn't like getting dirty.

Baby Brothers Gerard and Thomas and Baby Sister Georgina are triplets! They're quite the rambunctious babies and always seem to be getting into trouble. Their favourite pastime is climbing on top of things, and they're getting smarter and smarter about it! They are also beginning to take advantage of the fact that they outnumber their parents and siblings in many occasions. Even so, there's no denying that they're incredibly cute, and when the three of them smile brightly at the same time, no one can say no to them!