Henry Ebenezer Finn (HEN-ree FINN)

Literary Character

Henry "Huckleberry" Ebenezer Finn (a.k.a. Huck)

Huckleberry Finn was never a man of means, nor was he a man of great ambition. But what he lacked in wealth or grand aspirations, he made up for with sheer tenacity and an uncanny ability to slip through the cracks of society, always managing to land on his feet. Born into hardship, abandoned by his father, and largely left to fend for himself, Huck learned young that the world did not offer him kindness unless he knew where to find it—or, more often, how to take it. As a child, he followed the lead of Tom Sawyer, indulging in grand adventures and mischief, always finding himself drawn into wild escapades. But where Tom had a future—one that led him to the respectable halls of the Secret Service—Huck had nothing but open roads and empty pockets. He drifted west, seeking freedom but never quite grasping it. Some called him an outlaw, others a vagabond, but the truth was simpler: Huck Finn was a man caught between the world of crime and the world of justice, never fully belonging to either. Now, he operates in the shadows, a man with his ear to the ground and his hands in every pocket he can reach. Whether it's smuggling information, running contraband, or simply keeping the lawmen one step behind him, Huck plays a dangerous game—one where luck is his greatest ally. He isn't a leader, nor does he want to be, but when Tom comes knocking, needing a man who knows the whispers of the streets, Huck always answers. There's a certain loyalty that remains between them, even as their paths have diverged. Huck may be an outlaw, but he's Tom Sawyer's outlaw. However, luck is fickle, and Huck's time finally ran out in California territory in 1895. Entangled in the fallout of the Golden Fleece Mining Company scandal, he found himself at odds with the Pinkerton National Detective Agency. Whether he was involved in the gold thefts or simply knew too much, the end result was the same—cornered and outgunned, Huck fell to a Pinkerton bullet on June 12, 1895, his life ending as chaotically as it had been lived.

Secret Service Informant Report
Subject: Huckleberry Finn
File No.: 1895-2247
Status: *Deceased*
Informant ID: CI-4873-WEST
Classification: Combative Informant
File Reference: USSS-WESTERN-1895-2247
Handler: Agent T. Sawyer
Summary
Huckleberry Finn was an off-the-books informant for the U.S. Secret Service, primarily under the management of Agent T. Sawyer. His role was unofficial and often volatile, as he operated within outlaw circles and criminal enterprises across the Western territories. While not a trusted asset in the traditional sense, Finn had an unmatched ability to navigate the underbelly of society, providing intelligence on illicit trade, smuggling operations, and underground movements hostile to federal interests. Behavioral Assessment
Finn was noted for being **highly independent**, often resisting direct orders and providing intelligence on his own terms. He displayed a pattern of **defiance toward authority** but maintained a personal loyalty to Sawyer, albeit inconsistently. His risk-taking behavior and reliance on instinct over planning made him unreliable in structured operations, yet he had a knack for extracting valuable information others could not. Despite his talents, Finn remained **unpredictable and combative**, often engaging in criminal activity himself. His status as an informant was known only to a select few within the Service, as his credibility among outlaws was crucial to his effectiveness. His luck often played in his favor, though his reckless nature made long-term cooperation unsustainable. Operational Involvement

Provided intelligence on cross-border smuggling operations in California and Nevada.

Key informant in the Golden Fleece Mining Company fraud investigation.

Suspected of participating in crimes while under surveillance but retained for usefulness.

Failed to report in on multiple occasions, requiring retrieval or intervention by Agent Sawyer.
Termination of Status
Finn was killed on June 12, 1895 in California territory by a Pinkerton agent following the fallout of the Golden Fleece Mining Company investigation. It is unclear whether Finn was actively involved in the thefts or simply possessed information that made him a liability. His death was deemed a loss of a valuable but unstable asset Note: Agent Sawyer requested posthumous discretion regarding Finn’s involvement with the Service. All records remain classified.
***END REPORT***

Physical Description

General Physical Condition

Lean and wiry, built for endurance rather than brute strength. Huck is quick on his feet and adept at squeezing out of tight situations. Though often looking unkempt, he moves with the ease of someone who has spent a lifetime relying on instinct.

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Facial Features

Huck has sharp, angular features with high cheekbones and a defined jawline. His light blue eyes have a restless, watchful quality, always scanning his surroundings. He often has a mischievous half-smirk, making him appear charming but unpredictable.

Special abilities

Huck has an uncanny knack for navigating the underworld, gathering information, and slipping through unseen places. He's an expert at deception, able to blend in with various groups and adopt different personas when necessary. Though not a trained marksman, he is handy with a knife and quick in a brawl. His greatest skill, however, is his ability to talk his way out of trouble.

Mental characteristics

Personal history

From his childhood of mischief and survival on the Mississippi River to his life on the fringes of the law in the American West, Huck Finn became a man shaped by hardship and instinct. He never sought power or status, but his knack for slipping through society’s cracks made him an invaluable player in the world of secrets and deception.

Sexuality

Likely Demi-Sexual (needs emotional fulfillment due to abandonment issues), but he is very private so unknown.

Personality Characteristics

Motivation

Huck is fiercely independent, driven more by survival than ambition. He thrives in chaos, making quick decisions that often land him in deeper trouble. While he values loyalty, especially to Tom Sawyer, he is wary of authority and struggles with trust. His wit and charm make him likable, but he keeps his true self guarded.

Likes & Dislikes

Likes: Open roads, a good card game, campfire stories, and outsmarting those who underestimate him.
Dislikes: Authority figures, rigid rules, losing control of a situation, and being tied down to one place for too long.

Vices & Personality flaws

Huck is reckless, impulsive, and often operates on instinct rather than planning. His tendency to trust luck over preparation frequently gets him in trouble. He avoids emotional vulnerability, using humor and distraction to deflect deeper conversations.

Social

Contacts & Relations

Tom and Huck

Social Aptitude

Huck is highly adaptable, able to blend into different social groups with ease. While not formally educated, he is street-smart and perceptive, quickly reading people’s motives. He has a knack for disarming tension with humor but avoids forming deep connections unless absolutely necessary.

Hobbies & Pets

Huckleberry Huck Finn met his end on June 12, 1895, shot by a Pinkerton agent in California territory. He left behind no family, no fortune, and no final words—only his old, one-eyed mutt, Ben Rogers, a scrappy stray he'd picked up as a pup while running the riverboats years before. The 14-year-old hound, too stubborn to die and too loyal to leave, was taken in by Agent T. Sawyer, who cared for him until his peaceful passing after an additional pampered 5 years.

Speech

Huck speaks in a casual, Southern drawl, often using contractions and slang. His speech is quick and clever, frequently laced with sarcasm and humor. He can be persuasive when needed, using charm and wit to talk his way out of trouble.

Relationships

Henry Ebenezer Finn

Childhood Friend/Informant

Towards Tom Sawyer

Tom Sawyer

Childhood Friend/Handler

Towards Henry Ebenezer Finn

Species

Duine

Realm

The Mortal Realm

Date of Birth

August 17, 1836

Date of Death

June 12, 1895

Life

1836 CE 1895 CE 59 years old

Birthplace

St. Petersburg, Missouri

Place of Death

Unknown, somewhere in California territory

Spouses

Siblings

Children

Sex

Male

Sexuality

Demisexual

Quotes & Catchphrases

"I do not want no trouble. I ain’t doin’ no harm. But if trouble comes, well, I reckon I ain't runnin' neither."

Character Prototype

Leo
Resourceful, Lucky, Streetwise, Outlaw with a Moral Code, Drifter, Henchman, Loyal