Benedetto Salvatore Mancuso
Description
Bennie looks like he stepped out of a cheap gangster picture and never broke character. Slick hair, loud shirts under his jacket, and a constant smirk that dares you to question him. He’s always chewing on a matchstick like he’s waiting for an excuse to light something—or someone—up. He talks fast, walks faster, and reacts like he’s wired on bad coffee and wounded pride. Standing next to Ronnie, he’s the loud dog on the chain, trying to prove he belongs beside the wolf.Personality
Flashy, reactive, and constantly seeking validation. Bennie’s a hustler with ambition but no patience. He wants respect now and resents anyone who doesn’t give it to him up front. He cracks jokes like weapons—sharp, risky, and often too far. Beneath it all, he’s insecure and always watching to see who’s laughing at him instead of with him.Habits
Always chewing on a matchstick—switches to gum when nervous Spits on the ground before every fight like it’s a ritual Talks over people constantly unless Ronnie gives him a look Practices threats in front of mirrors when he thinks no one’s watchingHooks & Angles
Wannabe Big Shot: Bennie thinks he should be running the Bulls one day—but Ronnie’s shadow is long. That envy’s starting to fester. Liability Under Pressure: Thin-skinned and impulsive, he’s the kind of guy who’ll escalate a tense situation into a street war just to save face. Good Ear, Bad Mouth: Bennie actually hears more than people think—he’s sharp—but he can’t keep his mouth shut about it, which makes him dangerous. Looking for a Back Door: If someone offered him a path to more power—or revenge—he just might take it, especially if it embarrasses someone who disrespected him.
Date of Birth
1920
Birthplace
Chicago, IL (Little Italy)
Spouses
Siblings
Children
Eyes
Green and twitchy, constantly shifting like he’s watching for trouble
Hair
Black, heavily pomaded and slicked into a perfect part
Skin Tone/Pigmentation
Olive complexion, sharp jawline, a chipped tooth he swears is from “a boxing match”
Height
5'9"
Weight
156 lbs.
Belief/Deity
Catholic, but mostly for show
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