CRISIS Commander James Maddox

Character Information

Gender		Male
Species		Human
Age		37

Physical Appearance

Height		6 ft 3 in
Weight		255 lbs
Hair Color		Brown
Eye Color		Blue
Physical Description		James has short brown hair and a muscular, athletic build. He bears a tattoo of his former Army squad’s insignia on his right shoulder. His left arm is a cybernetic prosthetic, replacing the limb he lost in combat.

Family

Spouse		None
Children		None
Father		Lt. Colonel Thomas Maddox (Ret.)
Mother		Sarah Maddox
Brother(s)		Robert Maddox
Sister(s)		Laura Perkins
Other Family		Kelly Maddox (Sister-in-law), Matt Perkins (Brother-in-law), Toby Maddox (Nephew), Lisa Maddox (Niece), Eddie Perkins (Nephew), Holly Perkins (Niece), Mercy Perkins (Niece), Milly (Cat)

Personality & Traits

General Overview		James Maddox is, at first glance, an ordinary, reserved man. Off-duty, he keeps to himself and prefers a quiet, structured life. On the streets of Detroit, however, he becomes far more alert and controlled—constantly assessing threats and anticipating danger. A veteran of the Petrol Wars, James was trained under the joint U.S. Army/CIA Spectre Program, where he was conditioned to operate as a lethal asset. That training still lingers, making it difficult at times for him to shift from “eliminate” to “disable” in high-stress situations. He strongly values teamwork and cohesion, expecting his unit to operate with the same discipline and coordination as his former Spectre squad. Outside of work, he maintains a strict fitness routine, but his true passion lies in restoring and modifying cars in his home garage.
Strengths & Weaknesses		Strengths: Special Forces Training Tactical and Team-Oriented Thinker Highly Skilled in Unarmed Combat Strong Street-Level Policing Instincts Firearms Expert Precision Marksman Weaknesses: Distrustful of Corporate Authority Requires periodic mental/emotional decompression Overly empathetic toward civilians and victims Suffers from PTSD (Petrol Wars) Depression Conditioned for lethal force rather than restraint
Ambitions		James hopes to eventually settle down, find a meaningful relationship, and build a family—something stable to anchor him after years of conflict and loss.
Hobbies & Interests		Blackjack Spending time at the Veterans Center Heavy metal music Football Automotive restoration and customization Video games Firearms training and collecting Weightlifting Self-proclaimed donut and coffee enthusiast

Personal History		James Maddox was born on July 17, 1995, in San Antonio, Texas, to Thomas and Sarah Maddox. Raised in a military household, James and his siblings grew up under strict discipline. His father, a veteran of the First Corporate War, later served as an officer at Fort Sam Houston. From a young age, James was taught the importance of responsibility, integrity, and doing what was right—values that continue to guide him. He bonded closely with his father through shared activities like working on cars, hunting, and attending sporting events. In high school, James excelled in football, eventually becoming a standout linebacker. His performance earned him a scholarship to the University of Texas, where he began studying law while continuing his athletic career. He quickly gained national recognition, earning the nickname “Mad Dog” Maddox. In 2016, just before his sophomore year, a severe shoulder dislocation ended his football career. With his scholarship revoked—largely due to pressure from corporate donors—James was forced to leave the university. With his future uncertain, he chose to enlist in the U.S. Army later that year. Demonstrating exceptional physical and mental resilience, he qualified for the Spectre Program, a joint CIA/Army black-operations unit. The training was brutal, but he endured. During deployments in South America and the Middle East throughout the Petrol Wars, James saw intense combat. It was during one of these operations that he lost his left arm. After returning to the United States, he underwent cybernetic augmentation and rehabilitation. He was honorably discharged in 2021. At his sister’s urging, James relocated to Detroit. In 2023, he entered the Detroit Police Academy and graduated with strong marks, earning assignment to the Northeast Precinct. There, he partnered with veteran officer Paul Kersey, who became both a mentor and father figure. After four years, Kersey retired, and James was transferred to the 3rd Precinct. His next partner, Chris Ruiz, was killed in an ambush—an event that deeply affected him. Following a wave of resignations and retirements during OCP’s takeover of the Detroit Police Department, James was rapidly promoted to Lieutenant. With the formation of C.R.I.S.I.S., he was placed in command as a team leader—despite the personal losses and unresolved trauma he carries.
Service Record		United States Army 2016 – Private 2017 – Private 2018 – Corporal 2019 – Corporal 2020 – Sergeant 2021 – Sergeant Detroit Police Department 2023 – Police Academy 2024 – Officer 2025 – Officer 2026 – Officer 2027 – Corporal 2028 – Corporal 2029 – Sergeant 2030 – Sergeant 2031 – Lieutenant