Marcus "Brick" Halden

Name: Marcus "Brick" Halden Age: 31 Gender: Male Height: 6'2" (188 cm) Build: Broad-shouldered and solidly built; his muscles are large and well-defined, but proportional to his frame—more like a professional athlete than a bodybuilder.

Appearance:

• Warm tan skin tone with faint sun freckles on his nose.
• Short dark brown hair, kept in a high-and-tight fade for practicality.
• Deep-set hazel eyes with faint laugh lines at the corners.
• Strong jawline with a short, neat beard.
• A few small scars across his arms and neck from shrapnel and training mishaps.
• Usually in standard military fatigues, but off-duty wears fitted t-shirts that stretch slightly over his chest and arms, paired with casual cargo pants.

Personality:

• Friendly and approachable; he greets most people with a grin or nod.
• Protective of his squad and treats younger recruits like younger siblings.
• A natural morale booster—often joking around in downtime.
• Surprisingly patient, even in high-stress situations.
• Doesn’t throw his strength around unless necessary.

Role in Military: Rank: Staff Sergeant Specialty: Heavy Weapons and Field Engineering (can carry and operate heavier weaponry, also skilled in fortifications). Known for: Being able to lift and move heavy gear single-handedly without complaint.

Skills:

• Exceptional upper body strength and endurance.
• Adept at close-quarters combat.
• Strong survival skills—knows how to improvise tools and shelters in the field.
• Good cook, especially when it comes to high-protein meals.

Likes:

• Weight training and early morning runs.
• Strong coffee.
• Old action movies.
• Barbecue nights with the squad.

Dislikes:

• Unnecessary cruelty.
• Lazy attitudes during missions.
• Overcomplicating simple tasks.

Quirks:

• Calls everyone by a nickname instead of their real name.
• Can crack open jars no one else can open.
• Despite his size, has a surprisingly soft voice.

Backstory: Marcus grew up in a working-class family and spent his teenage years working construction alongside his father, which built his strength early. He enlisted in the military at 19, quickly gaining a reputation as a dependable, strong pair of hands. Over the years, he became the go-to man for heavy tasks, both on and off the battlefield, earning him the nickname “Brick.” While capable of intimidating enemies, his squad knows him as the gentle giant who makes sure everyone gets home safe.