"If you want to know what the city’s breathing, JD already inhaled it."
Fixer. Insider. Keeper of Secrets.
JD is the unseen artery of Calastra, the man who knows how the city breathes beneath its concrete and neon glow. Operating between law enforcement, corporate power, and the underground, he is the one person who understands how every system overlaps—and how to move through them without leaving a trace.
A childhood friend of Samantha Ashmore, JD grew up alongside the city’s shifting power structures. While others chose sides, he learned how to navigate between them, cultivating contacts in places most people never find. Over time, JD became indispensable—not because he demands loyalty, but because he knows where every skeleton is buried and who’s willing to trade for silence.
Exceptionally intelligent with an encyclopedic knowledge of Calastra’s inner workings
Skilled in code-breaking, mechanical systems, and analog-era tech manipulation
Fluent in underworld etiquette, law enforcement procedures, and corporate backchannels
Calm, observational, and rarely surprised
Loyal to Samantha above all else
Dresses practically and anonymously, favoring neutral tones and worn jackets
Blends effortlessly into crowds, transit hubs, and underground spaces
Moves with the confidence of someone who knows every exit
Unassuming presence that masks sharp perception
JD is one of the few people Samantha trusts completely. Their bond is rooted in shared history, mutual survival, and unspoken understanding. He serves as her compass when cases become personal and her anchor when the city’s secrets threaten to overwhelm her.
Known quietly as “The Connection,” JD provides access to restricted systems, forgotten infrastructure, and buried information. He doesn’t pull triggers or make speeches—he opens doors others don’t know exist. When Samantha needs the truth behind the truth, JD is who she calls.
JD doesn’t seek influence or recognition. He understands that the most dangerous people in Calastra are the ones no one notices. His power lies in restraint, patience, and knowing when not to act.
“Every city runs on secrets. I just know where they’re hidden.”
JD is the connective tissue of Grunge City—quiet, indispensable, and always one step ahead of the chaos.
