Character Relationship Map: Gibby

Characters

• Gibby (played by Crystal the Monkey) — protagonist

  A small Capuchin monkey whose care helps Katie begin recovering from her mother's death. Gibby later disappears through an open window before the gymnastics competition.

• Ms. Martin (played by Shannon Elizabeth) — supporting

  A teacher who plans to study orangutans in Borneo and asks someone to care for Gibby during the summer.

• Tommy (played by Peyton Meyer) — supporting

  He helps Katie prepare a safe space for Gibby by removing dangerous tools and materials. He grows closer to Katie and offers to watch Gibby when she competes.

• Alicia (played by Ysa Penarejo) — supporting

  A highly confident gymnast who considers herself the best and continues acting as captain. She intimidates the other girls and is determined to defeat Katie and crush her before the competition.

• Katie (played by Shelby Lyon) — supporting

  A grieving gymnast struggling after her mother's death. Caring for Gibby helps her open up, regain confidence, and decide to compete for the team captaincy.

• Cindy (played by Sabina Bacino) — supporting

  One of the girls who encourages Katie to return to the gym after Katie loses enthusiasm for gymnastics.

• Diane (played by Eryn Nicole Pablico) — supporting

  One of the girls who encourages Katie to return to the gym after Katie loses enthusiasm for gymnastics.

• Billy (played by Marshall Lyon) — minor
• Billy's sister (played by Lily Manos) — minor
• Katie's mother (played by Jeanne Marquis) — minor

Canonical Relationships

Family, romantic, and professional connections based on plot evidence.

• Katie's mother → Katie (mother)
• Billy's sister → Billy (sister)
• Ms. Martin → Katie (Professional Trusted Caregiver)

  Ms. Martin entrusts Katie with caring for Gibby during her summer studies in Borneo.

• Ms. Martin → Gibby (Family Caretaker)

  Ms. Martin needs someone to care for Gibby while she studies orangutans in Borneo.

Story Dynamics

Alliances, conflicts, and narrative interactions that evolve throughout the story.

• Tommy → Gibby (Alliance Helper)

  Tommy removes dangerous tools and materials from Gibby's area and offers to watch the monkey during the competition.

• Katie → Alicia (Conflict Competitive Rival)

  Katie decides to challenge Alicia for the captaincy, while Alicia intends to crush Katie rather than merely defeat her.

• Cindy → Katie (Social Encouraging Friend)

  Cindy encourages Katie to return to the gym and consider participating again.

• Diane → Katie (Social Encouraging Friend)

  Diane encourages Katie to return to the gym after Katie loses enthusiasm for gymnastics.

• Katie → Tommy (Alliance Supportive Teammate)

  Tommy helps Katie remove dangerous tools and materials from Gibby's safe area and offers to watch Gibby during the competition.

• Katie → Gibby (Alliance Caretaker And Companion)

  Katie asks to take Gibby home and hopes that responsibility and companionship will help her feel better.

Story Analysis

A grieving gymnast gradually reconnects with life through caring for Gibby, friendship, family memory, and renewed competition.

Plot Progression

1. Grief Before The Tryouts
2. A Monkey Needs A Home
3. Care And Connection
4. A Reason To Compete
5. The Missing Monkey