Vincent Conti

Vincent Alonzo Conti (a.k.a. Tink)

Vincent "Tink" Conti exudes an aura of rugged dependability tinged with an edge of danger. His leather jacket is perpetually grease-stained, and his sharp eyes seem to calculate every angle of a situation. Though his demeanor is often confrontational, there’s a glimmer of warmth for those he considers allies or family. The nickname "Tink" stems from his talent for fixing and improvising machinery, a skill that earns him grudging respect even from those wary of his Hell's Angel past.

Physical Description

General Physical Condition

In excellent shape for his age, Vincent maintains his strength through manual labor and occasional sparring sessions. However, years of street brawls have left him with chronic aches and occasional stiffness in his right shoulder.

Body Features

• Strong, work-hardened hands with calloused palms.

• Faint scars crisscrossing his knuckles and forearms, remnants of past fights.

Facial Features

• Prominent jawline with a faint cleft in his chin.

• Deep-set eyes that seem perpetually shadowed, giving him an intense, brooding appearance.

Identifying Characteristics

Tattoos:

• Hell’s Angel insignia on his upper back.

• A flaming wrench on his forearm, symbolizing his mechanical skills.

• A faded tattoo of a Canadian flag with the words "Once a soldier, always a soldier" on his left bicep.

• A small, faded tattoo of Miriam’s name on his chest, just over his heart.

Apparel & Accessories

• Sleevless leather jacket adorned with patches from his Hell’s Angel days.

• Heavy-duty boots, steel-toed and scuffed.

• Toolbelt often slung over his shoulder, loaded with wrenches, screwdrivers, and a multi-tool.

• Fingerless leather gloves for working in the shop.

Mental characteristics

Personal history

Vincent grew up in a working-class family in Nanaimo, British Columbia. After a turbulent youth marked by rebellion, he joined the military to escape his small-town roots. Serving in a combat engineering unit, he honed his mechanical skills and learned to adapt under pressure. However, the rigidity of military life clashed with his defiant streak, and after his discharge, Vincent fell into the outlaw biker world.
Years of gunrunning and other criminal activity followed, but the weight of his choices—and the fractured relationship with his daughter, Miriam—eventually pushed him to seek a quieter life. Opening a mechanic shop in Ladysmith was his attempt to start anew, but the scars of his past remain etched into his psyche.

Employment

Owner of Rocky Creek Mechanic, a small but reliable mechanic shop on Rocky Creek Road. Known for his ability to fix anything with an engine, Vincent’s shop became a crucial resource in the aftermath of the Blacklight Event, serving as a hub for repairs and makeshift weapon modifications.

Accomplishments & Achievements

• Turned a Hell’s Angel reputation into an asset for the Ladysmith community by providing invaluable mechanical expertise.

• Designed and built improvised defenses for the town post-Blacklight Event.

• Rebuilt his business from scratch after losing most of his savings in a legal battle over his criminal past.

Failures & Embarrassments

• Failed to maintain a relationship with his daughter, Miriam, who still harbors resentment over his absence during her formative years.

• Served time in prison for gunrunning, leaving a permanent mark on his record and reputation.

• Struggled to earn the full trust of Ladysmith residents despite his efforts to protect and support them.

Mental Trauma

Years of violence and betrayal have left Vincent with a deep-seated mistrust of others, particularly those in positions of power. He often relives moments of combat and street fights in nightmares, grappling with guilt over lives he’s taken. The estrangement from his daughter weighs heavily on his conscience, driving his need for redemption.

Intellectual Characteristics

• Mechanically gifted with an intuitive understanding of engineering and improvisation.

• Strategic thinker in combat, though his hot-headedness can sometimes override better judgment.

• Struggles with abstract concepts like trust and forgiveness, often viewing the world in pragmatic, black-and-white terms.

Morality & Philosophy

Vincent’s moral compass is guided by loyalty and a fierce sense of justice for the underdog. Though his methods can be harsh, he believes in protecting those who cannot protect themselves. Redemption is his driving force, and he sees every act of heroism as a step toward atonement.

Taboos

• Refuses to harm children or the defenseless, regardless of circumstances.

• Avoids discussing his prison time or the crimes that led to it unless absolutely necessary.

Personality Characteristics

Motivation

Vincent is driven by a desire to redeem himself in the eyes of his daughter and the Ladysmith community. He hopes to leave a legacy of protection and heroism, erasing the shadow of his criminal past.

Savvies & Ineptitudes

Strengths:

• Fearless in combat.

• Expert mechanic and inventor.

• Deeply loyal and protective to those he considers family.

Weaknesses:

• Hot-headed and prone to impulsive decisions.

• Struggles to accept authority or collaborate with leaders like Andrew Johnson.

• Haunted by guilt, which sometimes clouds his judgment.

• Believes women shouldn't be involved in men's trades or personal business.

Likes & Dislikes

Likes:

• Motorcycles and classic cars.

• Quiet evenings in the shop.

• Blues rock and old-school punk.

Dislikes:

• Hypocrisy and corruption.

• People who look down on manual labor.

• Overly idealistic plans that lack pragmatism.

Virtues & Personality perks

• Honesty.

• Courage.

• Ingenuity.

Vices & Personality flaws

• Stubbornness.

• Reluctance to forgive.

• Tendency to self-isolate.

Social

Mannerisms

• Rubs his chin when deep in thought.

• Tends to pace when frustrated or anxious.

• Often fiddles with small mechanical objects as a distraction.

Current Location

Ladysmith

Species

Humanity

Ethnicity

Canadian

Other Ethnicities/Cultures

• European

Age

42

Birthplace

East Vancouver

Current Residence

Ladysmith

Pronouns

He/Him

Sex

Male

Eyes

Deep brown

Hair

Dark brown, graying at temples. Close-cropped beard with streaks of gray.

Skin Tone/Pigmentation

Weathered, sun-beaten & olive-toned complexion

Height

5'11"

Weight

195 lbs

Quotes & Catchphrases

• "It doesn’t matter where you came from; it matters what you leave behind."

• "You want it fixed, or you want it pretty? Can’t have both."

Other Affiliations

• Hell's Angels