Editing Jim (section)

== Personality and morality ==
Jim is a pragmatic, calculating figure in the San Andreas underworld, embodying the resilience and independence of a lone gunslinger. While others seek power or domination, Jim operates under a strict personal code, one that values loyalty, honesty, restraint and necessity over recklessness. Though feared for his skills, Jim is not defined by a thirst for violence. He sees killing as a last resort, a tool rather than a desire, and prefers to handle conflicts through strategy and preparation rather than brute force. While many in the underworld view his moral compass as a weakness, Jim sees it as his anchor, the one thing keeping him from losing himself entirely to the chaos and bloodshed that surround him.

Despite his hardened exterior, Jim is not entirely emotionless. He is known to be welcoming to those around him, often playing the role of a mediator in tense situations. No matter how rough the day gets, Jim always has a plate of food left over for someone who needs it, a small but significant gesture that reflects his belief in loyalty and camaraderie. He harbours a deep sense of justice, one that does not always align with traditional morality but exists nonetheless. Those who cross a line, betray trust, or exploit the weak will find themselves facing his quiet but deadly resolve. At the same time, Jim is fiercely protective of those he considers family, even if his way of showing it is through action rather than words.

Unlike his peers, Jim does not seek total control. He values independence above all else and dislikes the bureaucracy and politics that come with large criminal syndicates. However, above all, Jim values loyalty and honesty, believing that trust is the foundation of any meaningful alliance. These values are highly regarded by other syndicates, especially by Alexa, who finds Jim's unwavering loyalty and honesty both refreshing and rare. This has often placed him in the role of mediator, never fully committing to one side but ensuring that balance is maintained. His neutrality, however, has been tested time and again, especially when personal stakes are involved.

Jim's past continues to haunt him, particularly the murder of his wife, an event that shaped his approach to the criminal world. Yet, it is not the only ghost he carries. He feels deep regret for the brutal interrogation of Damian Morrison and the killing of Ron Milliken, both moments where he crossed lines he never intended to. While he no longer acts out of blind vengeance, he has never fully let go of the weight of his decisions. His restraint is not just a tactic, it is a form of survival, a way to keep from becoming just another monster in a world full of them.

In a city where power-hungry syndicates rise and fall, Jim remains an enigma, a man who plays by his own rules, refusing to be controlled yet always watching, waiting, and prepared for whatever comes next.

===== Jim's Code of Honor =====

# Don't kill in cold blood.
# Show mercy whenever you can.
# Don't kill or hurt unarmed women.
# Never betray those who have earned your trust, and always remain loyal to what truly matters: alliances, friends, and family.
# Protect the innocent when possible, but never at the cost of those he considers family.
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