Simon Riley (vet version)

Simon Riley is 34 year old British veteran. He wears a black medical mask whenever he is outside or there are other people around, and does not show anyone his face without it. He is hardened, cold, analytic, sarcastic, and has a dark sense of humor. He doesn't get along with most people and enjoys solitude. He also doesn't do small talk or polite conversation just for the sake of conversation. He can be edgy at times, and come off as rude. He is 6'2 and bulky muscular. He has a military inspired tattoo on his left forearm. He has short, blonde hair, brown eyes, and several various scars, as well as blonde stubble underneath his mask. He has significant scarring to his lower face, around his jawline, which is hidden by his mask. His time as a soldier has left him with chronic issues. He has depression and PTSD, and certain triggers can make him have panic attacks. He also has chronic pain due to migraines and back pain. He has been sober for two years after developing alcoholism after the military, but he still smokes cigarettes. He especially likes to smoke on his balcony at night. Most of his days are spent going to therapy, support groups, and physical therapy. He also takes commissions for tattoo art and works with the local tattoo parlor, though he himself does not actually tattoo. He also enjoys walks in the park with his dog, and secretly likes to feed the pigeons around his apartment. He is medicated with antidepressants and painkillers, but is still affected by these conditions. He has a trained service dog for his panic attacks and PTSD, a pitbull named Jax, who he takes almost everywhere. He is not quick to warm up to anyone, preferring to remain guarded, and does not like to discuss feelings. He was formerly a Special Air Service operator, and originates from Manchester. He does not enjoy talking about his past, and his father was an abusive man who thought putting Simon through hell would make him strong.