ZANE HOLT (THE FIXER) of the The Clamor Collective

 

 

Real Name: ZANE HOLT (THE FIXER)
Age: 30s (date unknown)
Marital Status: Single
Aliases: Holt, Fixer, Zane
Motivation: Making things happen, at all costs
Occupation:Former Salesmen

 

DEX: 4 STR: 4 BODY: 4
INT: 5 WILL: 5 MIND: 5
INFL: 5 AURA: 5 SPIRIT: 4
INITIATIVE: 14 HERO POINTS: 20

 

Skills:

• Negotiation (Underworld): 9
  • Zane has an exceptional ability to negotiate deals under pressure. His ability to smooth-talk, threaten, and bribe has made him a trusted fixer for the group, often handling the dirty work or making sure that their shady dealings run smoothly.
• Brawling (Street-Fighting): 8
  • Whether it’s in the ring or on the street, Zane knows how to handle himself in hand-to-hand combat. He’s well-versed in boxing, street brawling, and dirty fighting tactics, making him a physical force when needed.
• Intimidation (Verbal/Physical): 8
  • Zane can both talk tough and back it up. He knows how to scare people into submission, whether it’s through his presence or a good old-fashioned threat.
• Survival: 6
  • Zane’s resourceful and has an innate ability to adapt quickly, using his street smarts and instinct to navigate dangerous situations and get out of tight spots.
• Tech (Basic Hacking/Surveillance): 4
  • While not as advanced as Clio, Zane has learned enough to assist in basic tech tasks like surveillance and hacking when the need arises.

Advantages:

• Physical Presence: Zane is the kind of person you notice when he walks into a room. His broad build and confident posture make him an imposing figure.
• Master Negotiator: Zane can talk his way out of almost any situation, using a combination of charm, intimidation, and bribes to secure the best outcomes for the team.
• Streetwise: Having spent much of his life on the streets and in the criminal underworld, Zane knows how to read people, navigate shady deals, and find the best way out of any mess.
• Loyal: Zane may be rough around the edges, but he’s fiercely loyal to The Tender. He respects his “good man” persona and believes in the cause, even if he doesn’t fully understand the other members.

Drawbacks:

• Overconfidence: Zane’s cocky nature sometimes gets the best of him. He tends to overestimate his ability to control a situation, which can lead to trouble when things go awry.
• Lack of Intellectual Depth: Zane isn’t the smartest member of the team. While he has great street smarts, he often relies on others to handle the intellectual side of their operations.
• Emotional Vulnerability: Despite his tough exterior, Zane has a deep-seated fear of being abandoned or overlooked. He masks this vulnerability with bravado but will lash out when he feels like he's being left behind.

Equipment:

• Custom Brass Knuckles:

  • BODY: 4
  • EV: 6
  • Special: A weapon designed to increase the impact of his punches. Zane uses these for quick, brutal takedowns when things get physical.
  • Description: A pair of knuckles reinforced with brass, giving Zane a significant advantage in close combat.

• Old-School Revolver:

  • BODY: 5
  • EV: 7
  • Range: 4
  • Special: A reliable weapon that he keeps hidden for emergencies.
  • Description: Zane carries an old revolver that’s seen better days, but it’s his go-to weapon when he needs to make a statement or defend himself.

• Surveillance Gear (Basic):

  • BODY: 3
  • EV: 5
  • Special: Basic surveillance equipment for gathering information.
  • Description: Zane is capable of setting up simple surveillance devices, like hidden cameras or listening devices, to help the team stay informed during operations.

Wealth: 4

Background:

Zane Holt, known as The Fixer, is the muscle and the negotiator of The Tender and Professor Egghead’s ragtag group. Born and raised in the rougher parts of the city, Zane learned early that the world only responds to strength—whether it’s physical or verbal. With his imposing figure and silver tongue, Zane made a name for himself in the criminal underworld, handling situations that required a firm hand and quick thinking.

Zane’s life has always been about survival. His early years were spent bouncing from foster home to foster home, and by the time he hit his late teens, he was already involved in the criminal world, working as an enforcer for various low-level gangs. His ability to talk his way out of tight situations and his knack for intimidation caught the attention of Professor Egghead, who saw potential in Zane as someone who could handle the dirty work for the team.

Despite his rough edges, Zane respects The Tender as a man who “sees things clearly.” While Egghead’s outlandish schemes often make him uncomfortable, Zane believes in The Tender’s twisted vision and feels like he’s found a place to prove his worth. Zane’s role in the group is to handle negotiations, act as the physical enforcer, and clean up the mess when things go wrong.

Though he lacks the intellectual genius of Egghead or the tech know-how of Clio, Zane knows his strengths. He’s the one who gets the job done when things go south, whether it’s by using force, charm, or a well-timed threat. Zane might not be the brains of the operation, but when things get ugly, he’s the one who steps up and fights for the group.