Significant NPC's of the Special Investigations and Operations Division
Command Section
Captain Mayfield Brucato
Captain Brucato, head of the Southowilson Police Department’s Special Investigations and Operations Division (SIOD), is a perfectionist commander renowned for his relentless standards, sharp criticism, and absolute intolerance for failure. At forty-eight, balding but physically fit, he cuts a perpetually stressed figure, chain-smoking jalapeño cig-sticks and barking into a phone—often with the mayor’s office on the line. Although respected across the department, he is disliked for his abrasive style, earning the dual nicknames of “The Main Vein” for the veins that throb in his forehead and “Dick” for his demeanor. Despite this, Brucato is fiercely loyal to his detectives, backing them against outside interference so long as they deliver results. He oversees SIOD’s public relations, finances, and case assignments, rewarding success with resources and punishing failure with transfers.
Senior Detective-Sergeant Michael Wang
The senior sergeant of SIOD, Michael Wang is a weary sixty-one-year-old veteran whose decades of service have left him cynical, unflappable, and perpetually sleep-deprived. A native of Southowilson and son of Chinese immigrants from the San Francisco ruins, Wang entered the force as a beat cop when the Ike Tower was still under construction. He is famous for his curmudgeonly attitude, endless complaints about the “good old days,” and an unfazeable demeanor that shrugs off even the most disturbing cases. Despite his grousing, Wang is a master of navigating bureaucracies and extracting favors from higher-ups, though he is quick to insist that none of it will help in the end. His institutional knowledge and longevity make him the de facto “old man” of SIOD, stepping in for Captain Brucato as needed and setting the tone for the division’s rank and file.
1st Squad
Detective-Sergeant Ramon Ramirez
Sergeant Ramirez, a forty-year-old Hispanic career detective, is among the most approachable officers in SIOD, noted for his civic-mindedness, steady work ethic, and notoriously bad sense of humor. He is the source of many groan-worthy one-liners and nicknames, though his genuine dedication to Southowilson’s communities has earned him deep local respect. A father of seven with his wife in the East Projects, Ramirez has a personal stake in confronting the Chavez syndicate and other neighborhood threats. Beyond street work, he excels at organizing grassroots initiatives and neighborhood crime-prevention efforts, making him a natural community liaison. As third in command of SIOD after Brucato and Wang, Ramirez is trusted both as a stabilizing influence within the squad and as an active leader in the wider district.
Detective Charles Bishar
Detective Bishar, a thirty-four-year-old East African immigrant, is a towering, powerfully built officer whose quiet seriousness complements the outgoing Ramirez, his frequent partner. Known for his compassion and devotion to family, Bishar has adopted seven children with his wife and channels his personal life into extensive community work in Southowilson. His past as a TAC operative during the 2080 brushfire war drives his sense of duty and his desire for atonement. While his demeanor is stern, he is known for extending help to those in need. Together with Ramirez, Bishar represents the more socially engaged side of SIOD, organizing projects that blend police work with community rebuilding.
Detective Kenny Fujimori
Detective Fujimori is one of SIOD’s most polarizing figures: a thirty-something Japanese officer of flawless physique, impeccable wardrobe, and ruthless arrogance. Tied by family to a Japanese corporate dynasty, Fujimori exudes an aura of icy confidence, often baiting colleagues and exploiting their weaknesses. A martial artist of lethal skill, he is infamous for his brutal treatment of suspects and his penchant for killing yakuza under the guise of “resisting arrest,” often with his mono-katana. His severity alienates most of the division, though he maintains an unlikely rapport with Detective Khan and socializes almost exclusively with Detective Mataschenko. Despite his abrasiveness, Fujimori is undeniably effective on the street, where his intimidation and combat skills prove invaluable.
Detective Nikolas “Adder” Mataschenko
Nikolas Mataschenko, known by the nickname “Adder,” is a handsome thirty-four-year-old Russo-Canuck officer specializing in organized crime who has cultivated a reputation as both a fixer and a snake. Ambitious and self-serving, he is quick to act as a whistle-blower to Internal Affairs, protecting his own spotless record at the expense of colleagues outside SIOD. Though disliked by most of the division, he proves helpful as a conduit for intelligence and resources, often partnering uneasily with Detective Hahn. His only genuine camaraderie is with Fujimori, whose ruthlessness mirrors his own and whose company spares him from complete isolation within the squad.
2nd Squad
Detective-Sergeant William Kosewicz
A grizzled fifty-five-year-old Anglo detective, William Kosewicz is a study in contradictions: repeatedly promoted and demoted over a checkered career, he nonetheless maintains a conviction rate that keeps him in SIOD despite his notorious misconduct. A bully by temperament, he routinely abuses suspects to obtain confessions and supplements his income with bribes from multiple directions, making him an exemplar of police corruption. Interpersonally, he is domineering and often cruel, particularly toward his partner, Detective Ashelin. Yet for all his vices, Kosewicz is marked by relentless determination; once he has targeted a suspect, his persistence ensures they will eventually be caught, regardless of the cost or legality of the methods employed.
Detective Robert Ashelin
Robert Ashelin, thirty-one, is an unremarkable African-American officer whose plain looks and quiet demeanor mask an unusual gift for invisibility. Nearly invisible in groups and uncannily stealthy in tactical situations, Ashelin fades into the background until he reemerges with decisive action, often at the heart of a confrontation. His homicide background makes him competent if uninspired, but his low self-esteem and isolationist habits have kept him from forming close ties within SIOD. While friendly enough in passing, he spends his off-duty hours alone and avoids large gatherings, making him one of the more enigmatic figures on the force.
Detective Christina Vannoy
At twenty-nine, Christina Vannoy is a tough, sharp-tongued officer whose vice background and undercover expertise make her one of SIOD’s most valuable assets in cases involving the sex trade. Attractive with red-black hair and a harsh demeanor, she maintains an intimidating street presence and speaks the language of Southowilson’s underworld fluently. Traumatized by an undisclosed past, she keeps her personal life private, although her secret talent as a painter occasionally surfaces among her trusted confidants. Vannoy’s professional distance often isolates her from the squad, though she works effectively with Hahn and maintains a complicated history with Detective Shannon. Detective Hasegawa’s attempts to pry into her past only deepen her defensive hostility.
Detective Jodh Khan
Detective Khan, a Sikh officer from a long family tradition of policing, is a thirty-two year old investigator known for his discipline, moral uprightness, and somewhat priggish demeanor. Always impeccably turned out, with a turban, beard, and kirpan visible, Khan embodies his heritage with a regal bearing and a faintly educated accent. He is relentless in his pursuit of justice, particularly in investigations, and makes his disapproval of lax discipline among colleagues clear. While respected for his diligence and willingness to help, his rigid sense of honor often alienates those less idealistic. He maintains a professional rivalry with Detective Delgado, resenting her recognition in recent cases, but remains a reliable cornerstone of SIOD’s second squad.
3rd Squad
Detective-Sergeant Kevin Murphy
Sergeant Murphy, thirty, is an Anglo fourth-generation officer and the athletic, idealistic nephew of the police chief. Though his family ties provoke doubts about nepotism, Murphy has proven himself through energetic work, a specialization in corporate crime, and dual training as a lawyer. He maintains a passionate hatred of exploitative corporations, regarding street-level criminals as misguided victims rather than true enemies. Charismatic and quick-witted, Murphy’s idealism contrasts with the more cynical veterans of SIOD, but his conviction has made him a respected, if occasionally resented, leader. His close friendship with Detective Hammond provides him stability, while his antipathy toward Fujimori underscores his opposition to ruthlessness.
Detective Marina SanGiacomo
Marina SanGiacomo, thirty-one, is an intelligent and striking Italian-American detective whose beauty and charm make her an effective interrogator, though her ambitions have bred resentment among colleagues. A specialist in organized crime investigations, she earned promotion after dismantling an SDI drug ring and has since cultivated contacts in higher society through calculated social climbing. Her aloof, vaguely condescending demeanor has left her isolated within the squad, and she harbors open hostility toward Detective Vannoy while quietly undermining Sergeant Murphy, whom she views as unworthy of his position. Despite her interpersonal flaws, SanGiacomo remains a formidable investigator, adept at leveraging both her intellect and appearance to her advantage.
Detective Dante Hammond
Dante Hammond, twenty-nine, is a disciplined, third-generation officer whose family legacy traces back to service under Wilson himself. A tall, well-dressed African-American, Hammond embodies the “by-the-book” detective, aspiring toward steady promotion through professionalism and reliability. Though friendly, he maintains an emotional distance; his seriousness is often interpreted as coldness. Hammond partners reluctantly with Argyros, whose eccentricities clash with his moral code, but his principled nature makes him a valuable counterbalance within the squad. Close friends with Sergeant Murphy, Hammond shares his idealism and commitment to justice, though tempered by greater caution and restraint.
Detective Aristo Argyros
Detective Argyros, twenty-six, is a wiry Greek officer with a corporate family background and an unstable obsession with netrunning. A skilled investigator turned digital operative, Argyros is addicted to stimulants and neurochemical enhancers, claiming firsthand encounters with digital gods during his dives into the Net. His worldview is shaped by his involvement with a local DDI/Voodoo sect, which he filters through a Greek pantheistic lens, openly referring to the loas as Olympian deities. Brilliant but unstable, Argyros veers between bursts of technical genius and unsettling mysticism, unnerving most of SIOD. Despite his erratic behavior, his skills in net-combat and data intrusion make him indispensable, if perpetually distrusted.
4th Squad (PC's)
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5th Squad
Detective-Sergeant Dyson Francisco Merrett (NPC) – A veteran officer of mixed Black, Asian, and Hispanic heritage, Merrett cut his teeth in the bruising grind of Southowilson PD’s tactical units before earning his badge in SIOD. Calm under pressure and sharp with both fists and firearms, he built a reputation as a steady hand in the middle of chaos. Merrett’s field instincts are balanced by keen eyes and a soldier’s discipline, his style defined by patience, calculated aggression, and a belief in service above self. Though his confidence sometimes runs hot, his oath to protect and serve has never wavered, and in a city where the law bends daily, Merrett remains one of the few willing to stand upright in the storm.
Detective Tae Kuk Youn
Detective Youn, a wiry twenty-nine-year-old Korean-American officer, is SIOD’s premier prowler and infiltration expert, capable of scaling structures, infiltrating high-security areas, and vanishing into shadows with unmatched speed. His flamboyant dress sense rivals Fujimori’s, though the two despise each other due to a long-standing rivalry dating back to childhood. Rumored to have participated in police black operations, Tae also has training in demolitions, though his official specialty lies in kidnapping and robbery investigations. A loner by temperament, he compensates for his isolation with a daring, high-profile style in the field, making him both an invaluable asset and a lightning rod within the division.
Detective Curtis Hahn
Curtis Hahn, thirty-two, is a smooth-talking Anglo ex-vice detective known for his connections, resourcefulness, and constant pursuit of side deals. Attractive and effortlessly charismatic, Hahn is SIOD’s consummate fixer: he can arrange black-market goods, undercover operations, or quasi-legal betting pools with equal ease. Internal Affairs maintains a thick file on his activities, but Captain Brucato tolerates his excesses due to his consistently high performance. Hahn’s methods alienate the more disciplined detectives, though his grapevine knowledge and black-market access make him indispensable in practice. He frequently clashes with Mataschenko, but their overlapping skills ensure they often cross paths.
Detective Terry Hasegawa
Detective Hasegawa, a thirty-five-year-old Japanese-American specialist, has built her career on psychological profiling and serial killer investigations, earning recognition for her ability to forecast offender behavior with unsettling accuracy. Friendly but no-nonsense, she has cultivated a reputation as both a skilled investigator and a sought-after lecturer at the local university’s criminology department. Although she is well-regarded in professional circles, she maintains strained relationships within SIOD, clashing in particular with Detective Fujimori and overstepping in her attempts to analyze and “help” Detective Vannoy. Despite this, her insights are respected, and she remains a valued member of the investigative cadre, blending academic expertise with field application.
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