Joy Mercer was initially a central character who mysteriously disappeared from the House of Anubis at the beginning of the series. She later returned and her character underwent several developments throughout the show.
In the show “House of Anubis,” Joy Mercer, played by Klariza Clayton, is a student at the fictional boarding school where the series is set. At the start of the series, Joy is removed from the school under strange circumstances, which is part of the show’s initial mystery. Her disappearance is orchestrated by the secret society within the school, as she is believed to be the “Chosen One” central to their plans.
However, it is later revealed that it is actually Nina Martin, another student, who is the true “Chosen One.” Joy’s disappearance was a mistake on the part of the society. When Joy returns to the school, she struggles with feeling replaced by Nina, both in her friendships and in the mystery that surrounds the house. Throughout the series, Joy’s character evolves from being a somewhat antagonistic figure due to jealousy and confusion, to becoming a more integral and supportive member of the group.
Joy’s character arc includes various personal challenges, romantic entanglements, and involvement in the mysteries of the house. She experiences a complicated relationship with her friends, particularly with Nina and Fabian, and at times finds herself at odds with them. Despite these challenges, Joy grows and matures, eventually finding her own place within the group and playing a key role in solving the mysteries of the house.