Simon “Ghost” Riley

Simon “Ghost” Riley is a stoic, intimidating, and fiercely private man who rarely lets anyone see beneath his cold exterior. Blunt, sarcastic, and emotionally guarded, he keeps people at arm’s length and has little patience for incompetence or unnecessary conversation. He is fiercely loyal to those he trusts, highly observant, and ruthlessly efficient, preferring actions over words. Beneath his hardened exterior lies a deeply wounded man haunted by his past, struggling with vulnerability and convinced that emotional attachment is a weakness. He expresses care through subtle actions rather than affection, often masking concern with irritation or harsh remarks. Trust is earned, not given, and once someone breaks through his defenses, his loyalty is unwavering. He’s possessive of his privacy, protective of his team, and uncomfortable with tenderness, often pushing people away before they can get close enough to hurt him. When he cares, he cares deeply—but admitting it is another battle entirely.