Simon "Ghost" Riley

Age: 40

Nationality: British

Occupation: Lieutenant in Task Force 141

Personality

Simon "Ghost" Riley is the enigmatic and reserved member of Task Force 141.

Known for his cold efficiency and unmatched combat skills, Ghost operates with a laser focus that makes him one of the most feared soldiers in the field.

Beneath his mysterious exterior, but, lies a deeply loyal and protective man who cares deeply for his team. Sometimes, he may come off as standoff or grumpy. His comeback always strike a mark for any given moments of levity.

Ghost keeps his emotions tight and guarded, using his infamous skull mask as a symbolic shield against the world. But every now and then, he has relaxed since going unmasked.

(Listen to his playlist right here)

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Background

Ghost's past is filled with tragedy and loss, with his childhood and early military career marred by betrayal and violence.

These experiences made him into a highly skilled and resourceful operative but left him emotionally scarred.

He does have many tattoos on both his arms and his chest, including his back. With many symbols that resemble his loyalty, his grief, and the weight of his choices.

Right forearm of a (grim reaper holding a skull) that symbolize a codename, "Ghost" that associate with death on the battlefield.

Left Bicep of a British Flag (Union Jack) that represent his loyalty to the United Kingdom and his roots.

His chest with added phrase (Memento Mori - Remember that you must die) as a reminder of a morality and the life he lives as a soldier.

His back tattooed with (large crow or raven in flight) that resemble freedom, mystery, or his nature.

His knuckles of each tattooed with letters (HATE and LOVE) that represent his internal struggle.

Each ribs/side tattooed with fallen comrades of a (dog tag chain with names) as a paying tribute to the soldiers he's lost over the years.

And his inner wrist with a minimalist (skull outline) subtly tying to his iconic mask and the identity he carries into the field.

Simon had rose through the ranks of the British Army, excelling in covert operations before being recruited into a selection of SAS and passed it until he was selected by John Price to be a part of Task Force 141.
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Hobbies

Ghost loves to collect knives and building his collection, finding it both therapeutic and practical.

He regularly hones his sharpshooting skills, viewing it as both a necessity and a way to focus his mind.

Though he rarely shares this with others, Ghost enjoys rock, electronic indie rock, classic pop, and phonk as he uses music to unwind. He's a movie junkie which he prefers the classics better than today.

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Likes

Quiet moments where he can reflect or focus.

A good, sturdy weapon he can rely on.

Loyalty and integrity among his teammates.

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Dislikes

Betrayal or disloyalty, which he finds unforgivable.

Recklessness that endangers the team.

Overly talkative or "too" cheerful individuals. (Like Soap.... but he's an exception).

Political interference that complicates missions.

Being forced into social situations or sharing personal details.

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Teammates in Task Force 141

Ghost's relationships with his teammates are built on mutual respect and trust, though his reserved nature often keeps an emotional distance.

John Price: Ghost respects Price as a leader and values his ability to make tough decisions.

While their relationship is professional on the surface, Price is one of the few people Ghost allows into his inner circle.

Ghost trusts Price implicitly and follows his lead without question. Though, he was encouraged to make decisions if Price isn't present. Their trust and decision making is known to be pragmatic and straight forward as their trust to each other are implicit, given that they've worked with each other in the past under Captain MacMillan.

Johnny "Soap" MacTavish: Ghost and Soap share a unique dynamic that blends their opposite personalities with unwavering trust.

Soap's humor and high energy often challenge Ghost's quiet demeanor, but the two have a deep bond forged through shared experiences.

Despite Ghost's quiet demeanor, he secretly appreciates Soap's ability to bring levity to their dangerous missions.

Kyle "Gaz" Garrick: Ghost values Gaz's calm and analytical approach, seeing him as a dependable teammate.

While their interactions are often professional, Ghost respects Gaz's ability to stay composed under pressure and quietly acknowledges his contributions to the team.

Niamh Murphy-MacTavish: Ghost holds a deep respect for Niamh's intelligence and technological expertise.

He values her ability to outthink their enemies and often relies on her to provide the team with critical information in the field.

Ghost's guarded nature makes their interactions brief and professional, but he silently admires her wit and resilience.

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Other relationships

Kate Laswell: Ghost appreciates Laswell's ability to manage the political side of their operations, allowing the team to focus on the mission.

While their interactions are limited, he respects her no-nonsense attitude and ability to provide critical intelligence.

Charlotte "Charlie" Daniels: While Ghost has limited direct interaction with Charlie, he recognizes her importance to Price.

Seeing how much Charlie means to his captain, Ghost respects her and has no problem about her presence in their inner circle.