Mahoney, Martin
Martin Mahoney
Martin Mahoney fell in with the Firebirds when he was twelve, though had been in other, snmaller gangs since he was about 7. At that time, he thought they were cool, and, with their influence, he was able to provide some relief to his family. His mother, ever angry and disappointed in her son, would lament on his involvement in harming others and making the family's lives better at someone else's expense. "You have a responsibility, Martin, to be better than this. To do great things! With power comes the responsibility of its use!"
He never understood that until, a couple of weeks ago, Ember put a gun in his hand and told him that, to advance in the ranks, he had to snuff out someone's life. The someone was Jimmy 'the snail'. He'd messed up. He'd messed up big and got Embers girl arrested by not being fast enough (he's called the snail, for God's sake. What did Ember expect?!) and then blabbing when he was caught (Even Martin knew that was stupid). His only saving grace was that Juke was as tough a girl as they came. He knew she wouldn't talk, though there would probably be words if Ember didn't do something soon). Martin didn't know the details, but he was damned sure he couldn't pull that trigger. He then realised that, as long as he wasn't party to it, he'd simply accepted what was happening around him. Now though? Now his eyes were open and he didn't like what he saw in the mirror.
He's been called all manner of things since that day and he's been planning to get away from the gang ever since. The only thing stopping him now? Who the hell will protect his family?
He never understood that until, a couple of weeks ago, Ember put a gun in his hand and told him that, to advance in the ranks, he had to snuff out someone's life. The someone was Jimmy 'the snail'. He'd messed up. He'd messed up big and got Embers girl arrested by not being fast enough (he's called the snail, for God's sake. What did Ember expect?!) and then blabbing when he was caught (Even Martin knew that was stupid). His only saving grace was that Juke was as tough a girl as they came. He knew she wouldn't talk, though there would probably be words if Ember didn't do something soon). Martin didn't know the details, but he was damned sure he couldn't pull that trigger. He then realised that, as long as he wasn't party to it, he'd simply accepted what was happening around him. Now though? Now his eyes were open and he didn't like what he saw in the mirror.
He's been called all manner of things since that day and he's been planning to get away from the gang ever since. The only thing stopping him now? Who the hell will protect his family?
Physical Description
General Physical Condition
Martin is quite tall, but wiry of build. He's not strong, but he's nimble and quick.
Apparel & Accessories
Often in black clothing, his firebirds colours on the back of his leather trenchcosat.
Mental characteristics
Personal history
Martin has been embroiled in teh gangs of Northbridge for coming on a decade now. Considering he's only 17, that's an early start. He's been with the Firebirds for about the last 4-5 years and has always been a level head in an otherwise hotheaded group. He's quick on his feet and an excellent thief but he's a soft touch and doesn't like violence (though he understands it's sometimes necessary.
Recenntly, one of their owen, Jimmy 'The Snail' made a mistake. Martin was tasked with 'dealing with him', which he refused to do. Since then, he's done his jobs as required but distanced himself from teh Firebirds as best he can. He still does jobs with them, forno other reson than the extra money is good for his family. He's looking for an out. He's about to get far more than he bargained for.
Recenntly, one of their owen, Jimmy 'The Snail' made a mistake. Martin was tasked with 'dealing with him', which he refused to do. Since then, he's done his jobs as required but distanced himself from teh Firebirds as best he can. He still does jobs with them, forno other reson than the extra money is good for his family. He's looking for an out. He's about to get far more than he bargained for.
Education
At High School
Failures & Embarrassments
Refused to Kill Jimmy 'The Snail'. This has put him at odds with some of the members of the Firebirds.
Morality & Philosophy
Martin is sort of stuck between a rock and a hard place. He wants out of teh gangs and Northbridge but he's trapped by the gang leader having power over him. Other factors are that, if he left, his family would be under threat and there would be no-one to keep Ember's worst plans in chack and grounded in the realms of reality.
Personality Characteristics
Motivation
He wants to protect his adopted family and the wider community of Northbridge, now that he has the means to do so. He wants to break away from teh gangs, violence and his criminal past.
Savvies & Ineptitudes
Legerdemain,
Stealth
Social
Contacts & Relations
Firebirds:
Ember - Leader of the Firebirds (The gang is named after the old school Pontiac; the only cool thing about these idiots)
Juke - Embers girl in the Firebirds. Kinda hot. Actually also kinda cool.
Jimmy 'The Snail' - I told him to run, rather than end him. I hope he listens to me this time!
Other:
Poke - A fence (Contact)
Zara - Prostitute (contact) - Really cute, very sweet and loves her job, though not who she works for.
Family Ties
His adopted mom, Abigail Mahoney. A proud, southern belle, fallen on hard times and has struggled to make ends meet since. Took him in as a youngster off the street and hasn't given up on him yet.
His little brother, Charlie, 7 year old little tyke. Martin still doesn't know who the boy's father is.
Religious Views
None
Wealth & Financial state
Street level wealth. He suppliments his family's meager income through the jobs he does for Ember of the Firebirds.
Current Location
Species
Age
17
Children
Current Residence
Gender
Male
Eyes
Light grey
Hair
black
Skin Tone/Pigmentation
pale
Height
5'8"
Weight
175lb
Quotes & Catchphrases
"Didn't seee that coming, did you?"
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