History Characters / LifeIsStrangeChloePrice

** The storm in the first game may be a manifestation of Chloe's feelings of wrath and anger. Max has a vision of the storm immediately after Chloe angrily curses the bay, and the storm is seemingly only avoided by [[spoiler:letting her die]]. "Chloe" is also an alternate name of the Greek goddess Demeter, who was worshipped for her power over air and water and similarly caused great destruction in her rage. Additionally, [[spoiler:the alternate Max in Max's nightmare claims that "someday, Chloe will destroy--" but is cut off before she can finish her sentence. It's possible she was referring to Max falling victim to Chloe's self-destructive behavior, since before this she remarks to the real Max that Chloe was just using her, but it's also possible she means that Chloe could destroy ''the town'' via the storm.]] However, the storm also happens in [[spoiler:the alternative timeline, where William is still alive and Chloe lacks the resentment and grief of her main timeline counterpart]], leaving it unclear what part (if any) Chloe ultimately had in causing it. [[spoiler: If that wasn't complicated enough, the alternative Chloe still has plenty of reason to be angry with the world thanks to her disability (which is indicated to be terminal) ruining her life and isolating her from everyone except her parents, and it should be noted that Max leaves the timeline right after potentially giving her a MercyKill.]] In ''Before the Storm'', Rose Amber describes Chloe as "a force of nature" and notes that this could be why she and Rachel get along so well. While it could just be a simple compliment, it gets more interesting when you take into account the implications that [[spoiler:Rachel is a ''[[PlayingWithFire literal]]'' force of nature]]. The comics further support the theory that Chloe is in some way connected to the storm; in one issue, she creates a sculpture resembling it [[spoiler:despite that Chloe being from a timeline where it never occurred]].

* ApocalypseMaiden: [[spoiler:By virtue of not dying on Monday afternoon, she has become this. It is implied that her and Max both figured this out separately, [[HeroicSacrifice and Chloe requests that Max undoes the timeline to prevent the tornado]]]].

** The storm in the first game may be a manifestation of Chloe's feelings of wrath and anger. Max has a vision of the storm immediately after Chloe angrily curses the bay, and the storm is seemingly only avoided by [[spoiler:letting her die]]. "Chloe" is also an alternate name of the Greek goddess Demeter, who was worshipped for her power over air and water. Additionally, [[spoiler:the alternate Max in Max's nightmare claims that "someday, Chloe will destroy--" but is cut off before she can finish her sentence. It's possible she was referring to Max falling victim to Chloe's self-destructive behavior, since before this she remarks to the real Max that Chloe was just using her, but it's also possible she means that Chloe could destroy ''the town'' via the storm.]] However, the storm also happens in [[spoiler:the alternative timeline, where William is still alive and Chloe lacks the resentment and grief of her main timeline counterpart]], leaving it unclear what part (if any) Chloe ultimately had in causing it. [[spoiler: If that wasn't complicated enough, the alternative Chloe still has plenty of reason to be angry with the world thanks to her disability (which is indicated to be terminal) ruining her life and isolating her from everyone except her parents, and it should be noted that Max leaves the timeline right after potentially giving her a MercyKill.]] In ''Before the Storm'', Rose Amber describes Chloe as "a force of nature" and notes that this could be why she and Rachel get along so well. While it could just be a simple compliment, it gets more interesting when you take into account the implications that [[spoiler:Rachel is a ''[[PlayingWithFire literal]]'' force of nature]]. The comics further support the theory that Chloe is in some way connected to the storm; in one issue, she creates a sculpture resembling it [[spoiler:despite that Chloe being from a timeline where it never occurred]].

** There is equal suggestion that Chloe's dreams in ''Before the Storm'' are the result of William visiting her as a SpiritAdvisor, a hint that she has supernatural powers of her own, or simply a coping mechanism and a sign of her bad mental health. The dreams contain references to events that Chloe herself has no way of knowing[[note]]in particular, the second dream has her receiving backwards texts from Max where the latter claims she'll see her when she (Chloe) is dead, which may be alluding to both Max's powers and the plot of the first game[[/note]], but this could also be representative of Chloe's insecurity and feelings of abandonment.

** The storm in the first game may be a manifestation of Chloe's feelings of wrath and anger. Max has a vision of the storm immediately after Chloe angrily curses the bay, and the storm is seemingly only avoided by [[spoiler:letting her die]]. "Chloe" is also an alternate name of the Greek goddess Demeter, who was worshipped for her power over air and water. However, the storm also happens in [[spoiler:the alternative timeline, where William is still alive and Chloe lacks the resentment and grief of her main timeline counterpart]], leaving it unclear what part (if any) Chloe ultimately had in causing it. [[spoiler: If that wasn't complicated enough, the alternative Chloe still has plenty of reason to be angry with the world thanks to her disability (which is indicated to be terminal) ruining her life and isolating her from everyone except her parents, and it should be noted that Max leaves the timeline right after potentially giving her a MercyKill.]] In ''Before the Storm'', Rose Amber describes Chloe as "a force of nature" and notes that this could be why she and Rachel get along so well. While it could just be a simple compliment, it gets more interesting when you take into account the implications that [[spoiler:Rachel is a ''[[PlayingWithFire literal]]'' force of nature]].

** In ''[[VideoGame/LifeIsStrangeBeforeTheStorm Before the Storm]]'', she has a raven motif. Two of her optional outfits feature ravens, and they are frequently seen watching her or characters associated with her. In various cultures, ravens are [[{{Psychopomp}} associated with death]] and can symbolize prophecy and wisdom.

* NeverMyFault: Chloe blames her problems on anyone she can except herself. She acknowledges as much in Episode 3, even though she's not willing to accept it. This is evident in the relationship between Chloe and Max. Chloe calls out Max for "abandoning" her and not making any effort to contact her, though Chloe herself tried to; while a justifiable complaint, Chloe remains bitter about this even after Max begins doing all she can to help her and doesn't begin to show real gratitude until Episode 2. In Episode 4, [[spoiler:the alternate version of Max is shown to have made some effort to stay in contact, sending letters, postcards and photographs to Chloe, but Max is still convicted for not visiting more often or making sure that Chloe didn't feel isolated or lonely. Even when the real Max assumes control of the alternate Max, Chloe still calls her out on avoiding her.]] It seems to be part of Chloe's identity to be the 'forgotten', and regardless of the choices the player makes, they will find themselves scolded for their lack of involvement in her life.

* DarkAndTroubledPast: Aside from William's death and Max's departure, this Chloe is hinted to have had some bad experiences with drugs, possibly hard drugs, rather than just weed-like game Chloe.

** The storm in the first game may be a manifestation of Chloe's feelings of wrath and anger. Max has a vision of the storm immediately after Chloe angrily curses the bay, and the storm is seemingly only avoided by [[spoiler:letting her die]]. "Chloe" is also an alternate name of the Greek goddess Demeter, who was worshipped for her power over air and water. However, the storm also happens in [[spoiler:the alternative timeline, where William is still alive and Chloe lacks the resentment and grief of her main timeline counterpart]], leaving it unclear what part (if any) Chloe ultimately had in causing it. [[spoiler: If that wasn't complicated enough, the alternative Chloe still has plenty of reason to be angry with the world thanks to her disability (which is indicated to be terminal) ruining her life and isolating her from everyone except her parents, and it should be noted that Max leaves the timeline right after potentially giving her a MercyKill.]] In ''Before the Storm'', Rose Amber describes Chloe as "a force of nature" and notes that this could be why she and Rachel get along so well. While it could just be a simple compliment, it gets more interesting when you take into account the implications that [[spoiler:[[PlayingWithFire Rachel is a ''literal'' force of nature]]]].

** The storm in the first game may be a manifestation of Chloe's feelings of wrath and anger. Max has a vision of the storm immediately after Chloe angrily curses the bay, and the storm is seemingly only avoided by [[spoiler:letting her die]]. "Chloe" is also an alternate name of the Greek goddess Demeter, who was worshipped for her power over air and water. However, the storm also happens in [[spoiler:the alternative timeline, where William is still alive and Chloe lacks the resentment and grief of her main timeline counterpart]], leaving it unclear what part (if any) Chloe ultimately had in causing it. [[spoiler: If that wasn't complicated enough, the alternative Chloe still has plenty of reason to be angry with the world thanks to her disability (which is indicated to be terminal) ruining her life and isolating her from everyone except her parents, and it should be noted that Max leaves the timeline right after potentially giving her a MercyKill.]]

** The nature of her relationship with Rachel was unclear for a long time, with interpretations ranging from Chloe having an unrequited crush on her to them at the very least having a PseudoRomanticFriendship. In the original game, Chloe will tell Max she "crushed on" Rachel when prompted and seems more upset that Rachel lied about her SecretRelationship with [[spoiler:Frank]] than that it had happened at all. Rachel spends the entirety of ''Before the Storm'' flirting with Chloe, which she can optionally reciprocate, and Steph certainly seems to think they're an item.
*** ''Wavelengths'' confirms that they were in a romantic relationship.

** The nature of her relationship with Rachel was unclear for a long time, with interpretations ranging from Chloe having an unrequited crush on her to them at the very least having a PseudoRomanticFriendship. In the original game, Chloe will tell Max she "crushed on" Rachel when prompted and seems more upset that Rachel lied about her SecretRelationship with [[spoiler:Frank]] than that it had happened at all. Rachel spends the entirety of ''Before the Storm'' flirting with Chloe, which she can optionally reciprocate, and Steph certainly seems to think they're an item. ''Wavelengths'' confirms that they were in a romantic relationship.

** In Episode 4, she asks Mr. Jefferson if he would like to dance with her and Max, and later teases the latter knowingly for being "hot for teacher." It's likely that this was only to fluster Max.

** Or at least she very clearly prefers the company of girls. If she reveals to Max that she has David's missing gun, she will say that it's men who need to be controlled, and that women should have the guns.

** The storm in the first game may be a manifestation of Chloe's feelings of wrath and anger. Max has a vision of the storm immediately after Chloe angrily curses the bay, and the storm is seemingly only avoided by [[spoiler:letting her die]]. "Chloe" is also an alternate name of the Greek goddess Demeter, who was worshipped for her power over air and water. However, the storm also happens in [[spoiler:the alternative timeline, where William is still alive and Chloe lacks the resentment and grief of her main timeline counterpart]], leaving it unclear what part (if any) Chloe ultimately had in causing it.

* NiceGirl: This Chloe is incredibly nice to Max and is not that bitter about Max's refusal to contact her after the accident. She's also incredibly kind and understanding to her parents.

->'''Voiced By:''' Creator/AshlyBurch (''VideoGame/LifeIsStrange'', "Farewell"), Rhianna [=DeVries=] (''[[VideoGame/LifeIsStrangeBeforeTheStorm Before the Storm]]'', [[spoiler:"Wavelengths"]]) (English); Creator/{{Lynn}} (Japanese)

->'''Voiced By:''' Creator/AshlyBurch (Season One, "Farewell"), Rhianna [=DeVries=] ([[VideoGame/LifeIsStrangeBeforeTheStorm Before the Storm]]) (English), Creator/{{Lynn}} (Japanese)

* FailureHero: She can promise [[spoiler:Sera]] in the prequel that she'll keep Rachel safe. Main timeline(s) Chloe fails at this, as Rachel would go down a progressively more troubled path before [[spoiler:being killed by Jefferson]]. In ''Waves'', Chloe averts this, however, as [[spoiler:she and her Rachel successfully make it out of Arcadia Bay.]]

* BigDamnKiss: [[spoiler:If Max sacrifices Chloe to save Arcadia Bay, the two of them share a passionate kiss if Max/the player chooses to kiss her in Episode 3 and supported her throughout the playthrough. If not, they just give each other a heartfelt, emotional hug.]]

** ''Before the Storm'' shows that without Max, Chloe can competently act as both the brain and the brawn.

** In ''Before the Storm'', she has trophies and ribbons for various science fairs and a poster by her bed with the periodic table of elements, implying a previous passion for chemistry. Of course, examining the awards causes her to wonder if she peaked in middle school. She also appears to be knowledgeable in car repair.
** In BTS' "Farewell" bonus episode, it's revealed she got into Blackwell as a scholarship student by securing one of 200 places against 2500 other applicants and she practically squees as she describes the facilities (but isn't enjoying the company).

* ComingOfAgeQueerRomance: It's implied that Rachel Amber was the woman that helped Chloe realize that she's attracted to women. Their relationship is very complicated and ambiguous in nature, especially when you factor in player's choice, but it's clear that Chloe was in love with Rachel; it's just unclear if it was true the other way around.

* CurtainsMatchTheWindow: Her blue-dyed hair and blue eyes, [[spoiler:but this is averted in Max's alternate timeline in Episodes 3 and 4. Especially in ''Before The Storm''.]]

* DeathByGenreSavviness: [[spoiler: She eventually realizes in the final episode that she was linked to the tornado and asks Max to allow her to die in order to prevent the town's destruction from ever happening. Of course, you choose as to whether she dies or not.]]

* DelinquentHair: She's had a couple of run-ins with the law, gotten expelled from Blackwell, smokes pot, and has desecrated a flag to match. The blue hair suits her.

* FailureHero: She can promise [[spoiler:Sera]] in the prequel that she'll keep Rachel safe. Main timeline(s) Chloe fails at this, as Rachel would go down a progressively more troubled path before [[spoiler:being killed by Jefferson]]. Waves!Chloe averts this, however, as [[spoiler:she and her Rachel successfully make it out of Arcadia Bay.]]

* HeroicBSOD: Herself and Max both suffer from this in Episode 4. [[spoiler: When it's revealed that Rachel, Chloe's one best friend since Max left, has been DeadAllAlong. She breaks down crying]].

** In ''Farewell'', Max and Chloe are revealed to have collected boy band trading cards, but Chloe vandalized them with breasts.

* TheyKilledKennyAgain: She dies on very frequent basis, but thanks to Max's time travel abilities she keeps coming back.

* TookALevelInKindness: Starts showing signs of maturing and accepting responsibilities for her actions in Episode 4, depending on the choices the player makes, such as [[spoiler: apologizing to Max for being selfish when Kate called her in the diner in Episode 2 should she survive the suicide attempt.]]

* ToxicFriendInfluence: Most of her interactions with Max ends up with Chloe getting Max into trouble, both intentionally and unintentionally. Joyce hopes that Max will be a good influence on her, but the player can certainly make it go the other way around with their decisions.

* ViolentlyProtectiveGirlfriend: If anyone tries to hurt Max, you can bet your ass Chloe will step in to protect her. She can shoot Frank ''and'' [[AndYourLittleDogToo his dog]] when the latter attempts to strangle Max. Since Chloe [[spoiler:couldn't protect Rachel]], it's fully understandable that she won't let anything happen to Max.

** Justified because Arcadia Bay is a small rural town so Chloe probably did not have many queer women to hang out with.

** In ''Before the Storm'', she mentions that she had a one-night stand with Eliot, but didn't enjoy it and has no interest in sleeping with him again. This is consistent with a comment she makes in the first game about having a "boy toy" phase, which she says Rachel "saved" her from.

* TomboyAndGirlyGirl: The tomboy to Max's girly-girl.

* ADateWithRosiePalms: One of Chloe's journal entries mentions doing this to Deckard from ''Film/BladeRunner'', only for her to start thinking of Pris at the end.
* DeadpanSnarker: She is definitely this whenever she's on her mean phase. It's part of her [[StepfordSnarker tough front her puts on since her father's death]].
** Her snark is a game mechanic in ''Before the Storm'', dubbed as "Backtalk."

* BrainBleach: She reacts this way in ''Before the Storm'' if she finds condoms in Joyce's bedroom prompting her to realise that she and David are having sex.

** {{Fanon}} sometimes speculates that the rift between Max and Chloe in their early teens was caused as much by Max's ascension into the middle class as by the move to Seattle and William's death. Max and Chloe grew up in the same neighbourhood[[note]]Which is how they became best friends, since the 18-month age gap means that they were never in a class together at school[[/note]] but Max's family moved to Seattle when her father changed jobs, which could easily imply an upturn in the Caulfield family's fortunes that the Prices weren't able to keep up with.

* PennyAmongDiamonds: The Price family are, if not exactly poor, at least working class compared to the obviously very middle-class characters around them. Though their house is quite spacious, it's a little run-down and seems to be in a less prestigious part of Arcadia Bay; and Joyce, William, and David's jobs are/were all blue-collar (diner cook/waitress, mechanic, security guard). Chloe attended Blackwell Academy as a fully-funded scholarship student, and it's implied that even though she's a local and therefore able to save money by living at home, the family being able to pay tuition fees was always out of the question. ''Farewell'' makes it clear that her family owned only one car while she was growing up, and in fact William's accident was preceded by a decision to pick Joyce up from work to give her the day off taking the bus home. As a young adult Chloe does own the household's second car, but only because she fixed up a shell by herself with parts she found in the junkyard, and it might not even be strictly road-legal.