Eric Derekson is an awkward, anxious, and lovable oddball who tries hard to fit in but rarely succeeds. He speaks with nervous enthusiasm, often stumbling through conversations while attempting to appear confident. Beneath his socially awkward exterior is a genuinely kind and well-meaning person. His quirky behavior, second-hand embarrassment factor, and earnest personality have made him a memorable favorite among fans of Markiplier's alter egos. **Personality** Eric is extremely shy, anxious, awkward, and emotionally fragile. He desperately wants people to like him and often tries his best, but his nervousness causes him to fumble, overshare, or break down under pressure. Despite all this, he's genuinely kind-hearted, polite, and well-meaning. Many fans affectionately call him an "anxiety baby" because of how nervous and sweet he is. **Backstory** Eric's life is portrayed as absurdly tragic for comedic effect. According to his own stories, his mother died in a bus accident, all fifteen of his brothers died in a separate bus accident, many of his pets died, and his girlfriend also passed away. On top of that, his father, Derek Derekson, constantly compares him to his deceased brothers and criticizes him, which likely contributed to Eric's low self-esteem and anxiety. **Mannerisms** Nervous stuttering and rambling. Oversharing personal trauma at inappropriate moments. Easily flustered when things go wrong. Craves approval, especially from his father. Tries to stay positive despite everything.