Brimstone Mayoral Election 1884

How will this work mechanically?

See the profiles below for each candidate. We’ll have a poll open to all active players on the server before the game, and everyone will get one vote.

During the session each candidate will describe efforts, activities and funds they will be putting toward their campaign. For the efforts they will make a skill roll and any success/raise will go toward their total.

Players can take on the role of one of the NPC candidates and layout their campaign and efforts using the profiles we’re creating. Any player doing this will get a reward at the end for their participation.

Then, based on their platform and how much support they accumulate in town, each cohort group (miners, Indians, Chinese, ranchers, etc.) will also roll and contribute to the total. Then we will have a final accumulation of “tokens” or whatever that will determine the winners.

Also regarding sabotage: Starting rumors about other candidates to lower their vote total can definitely be a thing.

Candidate Summaries

Mayoral Candidates

• William Blakeley - Owner of Blakeley Financial, a banking and investment firm.
• Matron Lopez - Señora Bernarda Lopez (a.k.a. The Matron) runs the Rosa Amarilla Boarding House in Brimstone.
• Colonel Whitaker - Station Manager for the Brimstone Railway Station, which is owned by Lone Star Rail.
• Lu Liang - Businessman & investor

County Sheriff & Town Marshal Candidates

• Vance Rogers - Businessman & investor
• Elijah "Old Man" Murray - Freelance troubleshooter
• Ara Vasquez - Freelance troubleshooter

Mayoral Candidates

William Blakeley

Occupation: Owner of Blakeley Financial. A banker and land speculator who often acts as the spokesperson for the interests of many of Brimstone's various businesses.

Gun Control: "Obviously I would never wish to infringe upon 2nd Amendment rights. Self-defense in ones own home is noble, and certainly you can be armed when leaving our fair settlement, but simply because you may own a firearm does not necessarily mean we should allow for every citizen to simply swagger around with a .45 on their hip in the middle of town, that's been proven to be trouble waiting to happen. That's why I am proposing a $100 license for anyone who is not a law enforcement officer to be allowed open carry, subject to being revoked by a judge for any misuse of it. Otherwise they must check their gun at the marshal's office."

Alcohol: "As long as they're paying their taxes I see no reason to interfere or restrict the spirits industry beyond the laws that Brimstone already has. Let the people do what they want and have a good time, and if they act irresponsibly be punished accordingly. Now, if a saloon is unlicensed and thus operating illegally that's another matter, but I'd say that for any business."

Law Enforcement: "I do not wish to turn Brimstone into some kind of police state. One of our town's greatest virtues is the freedom and opportunity it provides to everybody to prosper... But there are limits, and the recent violence clearly shows as such. When elected I will work closely with the county sheriff and, more importantly, I will not only appoint a new, separate town marshal so that one person does not have to entirely bear the burden of both local and county-wide issues at the same time, but also several new town deputies as well!"

Business: "Business is the lifeblood of Brimstone. Ghost rock may be the reason why our town is so prosperous, but it is businesses that allow our town to actually function as, well, a town. Furthermore, it is healthy competition from free businesses and free miners that keep us from becoming a single "company town" like shudder Avery's Bluff. I believe folks should be able to buy and sell land and claims as they wish, and that more and more businesses set up to help bring greater prosperity. I also believe that no business should receive preferential treatment... Even our rail line."

The Future: "Brimstone's future is bright friends! We may have dealt with darkness, but we have come out of it stronger, and soon comes the dawn. I see a Brimstone with even more citizens! They come in droves each day, and for good reason! Recent finds have proven theirs plenty of ghost rock in the hills, and our connection to a rail line means that the chance of us going bust are next to nil. Why, I have even recently personally taken a great deal of interest in advertising Brimstone as THE premier frontier destination. Still, I do believe that the ranching component to our fair town is being somewhat overlooked in favor of the fruits of the earth, So, I would like to introduce regulations to be better help our local cattle industry."

Regulation of New Science: "The new sciences are a complex topic. Many modern wonders are thanks to this new, emerging field barely a decade old, but it also is not entirely tested and reliable. Now, I must emphasize that, while the horrific arson attack on our town was perpetrated by several new scientists it was a deliberate, criminal act of terrorism rather than an accident. Nevertheless, it did show us the dangerous of fire and explosives. That is why, when I am mayor, I will require anybody who wishes to tinker or conduct experiments with explosive materials to both inform our town government before doing so to obtain permission, and understand that they will be held responsible for any mayhem their actions might cause. Nevertheless, ingenuity and progress should be praised and patronized, rather than us becoming reactionary Luddites."

Approaching Rail Spur: "This may be perhaps the most contentious issue I have been asked about today. Many are doubtlessly aware that "Lightning' Langley and "Thunder" Santos the two women who perpetrated the dance hall shooting and hung for their crimes are rumored to be affiliated with Black River Rail. I must admit, they are worrying, but they are also unconfirmed. If we believed every rumor we heard without proof, then I would be up here saying Simon LaCroix could revive the dead! Still, caution is warranted. However, we must also face another reality, and that is that Lone Star Rail has a monopoly on this town currently. There is no competition for them. They charge what they want, and we all just must take it or leave it! They take a cut from even what other rail companies, such as Wasatch, buy directly from our miners. We are in northeastern New Mexico. Frankly, we are at their mercy. But look at Dodge City, where three rail lines meet. THAT is one of the greatest cities in the west, where multiple rails exist in healthy competition and bring unbelievable prosperity. This spur is what we need, whether you like it or not!"

Ranches: "It is like I said when talking about the future and business. Ghost rock may be why Brimstone booms, but we are not a one trick pony. I believe we cannot continue to neglect ranching interests to the extent that we have. We need more infrastructure to support their transport. We need to prevent conflict between local ranches and clamp down on rustling or potential border issues, whether it be between herds or ranchers and prospector claims. And we need to remember that this town must still cater to ranchers, alongside miners."

"I thank you for all of your questions, and I am flattered that you all asked for me to speak, but I think you've heard the sound of my voice enough. And we're not here for me. We're here to celebrate us coming together as a community. Working together to rebuild stronger, and I am only just one part of that. So let's enjoy the pie and punch, and let's celebrate the opening of the Miller Photography Gallery!"

Misc Facts:

• William Blakeley owns shares in several local businesses besides his own, and also has several mining claims and vacant lots in town.
• Rebuilt the Miller Photography Gallery after the arson attack, forgiving all debts and paying for it himself.
• Was the main financier for Brimstone's town hall.
• Hired local troubleshooters to find the whereabouts of the missing Owens' brothers after the miners didn't show up in town for several weeks.
• Also hired local troubleshooters to investigate odd activity in the neighboring town of Avery's Bluff.
• Sponsoring the Blakeley Annual Brimstone Open Poker Tournament, a $20,000 prize poker tournament that has been advertised across the entire country.

Señora Bernarda Lopez, aka Matron Lopez

Occupation: Proprietor of the Rosa Amarilla Boarding House, a low cost but surprisingly comfortable lodging... If you're willing to live up to her strict rules and moral standards. She's also a pillar of Brimstone's local Catholic community.

Gun Control: "I was railing against killing and wanton firing of guns well before the unfortunate demise of Sheriff Torres, and I'll continue to do so afterward. Armed men and women so drunk the slightest discourtesy is a grave insult to their honor is a disaster waiting to happen. There should be a complete ban on guns within town limits for all of our safety. And gun 'duels' are simply mutually agreed upon murder attempts with additional formality"

Alcohol: "And the guns are merely half of the equation. The criminals that took Sheriff Torres' life might not have been liquored up, but how much of the 'petty' violence and other killings in this town HAVE been? We have more saloons than we can count in this town, and yet they just keep springing up. I am formally pro-temperance, I will not apologize for that. Not when young men fritter away a week's wages on one night of debauchery and their family starves as a result and the slingers of sin reap rewards from their suffering. I know there are people who can occasionally have a drink and not descend into rampant alcoholism, I am not naive, but that does not change the fact that Brimstone DOES have an alcohol problem that needs to be addressed. At minimum, I promise you that if I am elected there will be NO alcohol sold on the Lord's Day, and that no saloon or other house of ill repute will be allowed to operate after midnight, and I will strive for more. And those who have fallen into the dark pit of alcoholism will have my sympathy, aid, and support. Those who put them their in the name of greed? None."

Law Enforcement: "Benjamin was a good man, and it was wrong to drag his name through the mud. Whatever person Señor Blackstone was, Señor Torres was in many ways who I think our next sheriff should be. He was not some swaggering, macho gunfighter looking to put another notch on his belt. He wanted to make this place safe, and cared about the people enough to donate extensively to charitable causes instead of simply lining his pocket with tax money. And just because he was killed by a thug and a bully does not mean we need another thug and a bully to take his place. We need somebody who cares about the men, women and children of Brimstone and wants to protect them from both others and themselves. Somebody who not only keeps order but knows the community and works with it to make it a better place. Somebody if forced to kill would lament what they did out of necessity, rather than patting themselves on the back.

The Future: "I was here before there was ghost rock in Brimstone, and I wish to remain in it long after. There is much money here. Much much money. Anyone can ses this. But, friends, you need to understand that boomtowns CAN go bust. Nothing is unlimited. Eventually the ghost rock will run out,, and once it does what will be left? If we simply cater to mining, and vice the answer will be nothing. What Brimstone does not need is bachelors. What it needs is families. We must encourage respectable business, the kind that lets a community with a rail spur hold on and support itself. The kind where people are not scared of to settle down and have families. I want to make this town a safe, prosperous one that will last for decades to come for everybody. Not a star that shines brightly only to be snuffed out just as quickly while a few walk away with stuffed pockets. Approaching Rail Spur: "It is true Black River Rail has done much good work in this world. Mina Devlin has made immense strides toward us women having a better lot by proving that not only could a woman make her own way in the west, but become one of the richest women in all of the world as a self-made woman. Similarly, there are stories in all of the papers about the charities she's supported and the orphans she's personally housed and cared for... But there are also stories about her company intimidating towns to force their spurs through. About gunmen and women hired by them murdering in cold blood. Of outlaws, those, Wichita Witches, rumored to ultimately answer to her. And the Rail Wars are bloody business, by their very nature. I doubt all the stories are true, and rail companies are more than one person, it's quite possible she was unaware of some stories that were indeed true. However, there are enough stories and competition ruthless enough that I cannot say I do not think that Black River has just as much sinner as it does saint. It's quite possible Ms. Devlin is less clean than she appears. I'm... Suspicious. We need to be wary, especially after what happened in the Silver Palace, as much as I hope this will be a good thing in the end.

Ranching: "The cattlemen are undoubtedly important to our town, but I will admit, they fall somewhat outside my area of expertise. But I do think that cattle rustling should not be a crime worthy of death. An animal's life is not equal to a humans. I understand why the penalties are so harsh, but clearly delineated lines of property and better means of preventing the altering of brands are the answer, not nooses. Beyond that, as I said,, ranching is important, and if it is going well otherwise we should not interfere. It's a valuable, reliable industry performed by hard working people... Though perhaps we should try to get the hands to behave a bit more calmly in town on payday." A chuckle follows, though she sounds serious enough "I thank you all for your support, and I hope together we can make this town safe, prosperous, and most of all caring."

Misc Facts:

• Devout Roman Catholic and devout Christian in general. The former makes not all of the protestant latter as enthusiastic toward her as they'd otherwise be, though for the Catholic minority it's the reverse.
• One of Brimstone's first settlers
• Vice president of the Brimstone Temperance Society
• Women's Rights activist
• Is known to support the needy and generally show sympathy to the good-natured but unlucky
• Beloved by most of Brimstone's Mexican community... Though not all.

Colonel Vincent Whitaker

Occupation: Station Master of Brimstone’s Lone Star station.

Gun Control: “I am for stronger control on guns. The recent acts of violence within our town has made one thing clear. This town needs laws governing who can carry weapons in the streets. We cannot allow just anyone to have access to a firearm or explosives in the town proper. If I am elected mayor we will pass an ordinance limiting carried firearms in the streets to law Enforcement and Lone Star Rail employees. Given the recent incursions on our town from Black River Rail I do not feel like this will be controversial. Ownership will be restricted to keeping your firearms at home.

Alcohol: I will keep Liquor laws of the town the same. Only limiting its sale on Sunday. In which case sale of alcohol will be limited to starting at 5pm.

Law Enforcement: My first move as mayor will be to make sure that the office of town marshal and sheriff are separated after that. I will make sure more funds are made available to hire more deputies for the town and for the county, to help keep the law and order. Deputies have at times been the only thing standing between a lawless frontier free for fall and civilization.

Business: I am pro business, and from my experience running several Lone Star stations in several towns I can tell you one thing: a rail line is the life blood of business and of this town. While an airship is nice for quick and expensive transport. The rail line is the primary means of transport for your average person, and it is the only means of transporting bulk goods such as cattle and ghost rock which the constant flow of is essential to growth of this town. If elected mayor I intend on expanding Lone Stars presents in the town by expanding the rail station in the area.

The Future: Brimstone future lies with balancing profits vs long term growth of the community. Brimstone needs law so that we can attract more settlers. These settlers will attract new businesses who will in turn attract more settlers. Businesses need to feel safe so that they will invest money in the town.

Regulation of New Science: Science is fantastic and it has brought us many conveniences to our modern life, but like a gun, it depends on who is wielding it. If elected mayor I will enact and ordinance requiring any new scientist in town to register themselves as such, and procure a license at a fee of $50. I will also make it illegal to demonstrate or use any new science in a public setting or hostile manner unless pre-arranged ahead of time with the authorities.

Approaching Rail Spur: “This seems like an open and shut conversation. Why would Brimstone ever trust a company that has on several occasions directly attacked the town? Black River Rail sent several ghost rock bombs on a rail car to blow up the town. It was only thanks to the brave actions of the town deputy and several citizens that prevented the tragedy. Alleged additional accomplices of Black River Rail, the Wichita Witches have murdered members of this very community, and you ask me what do I think of an additional Black River Rail spur!? I do not have a problem with healthy competition, but any town the Black River Rail occupies with another rail line always lives in a shadow of violence. I do not want that for Brimstone.

Ranches: Ranchers and ranches are the lifeblood of this country and this county. I will continue to ensure that the trains run on time for Brimstone and her Ranchers so that we can continue to grow and prosper. Ranching is going to allow for this town to live beyond the Ghostrock boom. Ranchers will also allow for the sustained growth of our town's population.

Misc Facts: #Law&Order

County Sheriff & Town Marshal Candidates

Vance Rogers

Occupation: Businessman, Investor

Gun Control: I have heard a lot of ideas bandied about. Lots of towns have laws on carrying guns in town. To my mind this is a Town Marshall and City council issue. As a County Sheriff I would not be in favor of any restrictions over and above the laws of the Territory already in place outside of Brimstone Proper. My opinion of the laws in towns like Dodge City is that it has cut down on the drunken violence and damage to property and that is a good thing. But I do not see why good hard working, god fearing people have to take off their legally owned firearms when they come into town to do business. I say there should be a way to give permits to taxpayers that have not and likely will not cause the kind of drunken violence a boomtown attracts. Mr Blakeley and I differ on this subject slightly but I respect his viewpoint as he is looking at the issue as the mayor of the largest town in the county and I am looking at it as a Sheriff of the whole county.

Duels are different story in my book. Duels are seldom fair or honorable. Usually one person gets the drop on the other and kills the poor man. If shots are exchanged those bullets go somewhere if they do not hit their target. Our streets are to busy with folk just trying to do business to have bullets flying wildly because two hot heads decided to kill each other in a “fair fight.” I believe Acting Sheriff Tanning called a female prisoner out to duel in the street of the town he was hired to protect. I heard Ranger Rockwell had to intervene and that several people ended up injured. I am not sure I trust him to do the right thing when he has had a few drinks or gotten angry at someone. I definitely do not trust his reasoning for throwing his support in for Ara Vasquez. Too many odd things happen around those two for my liking. Alcohol: I say a man that works hard for his money should be able to spend it how he wants! It is not illegal to consume alcohol. It is already illegal to be drunk and disorderly. I say provide funds for more City deputies to enforce the existing laws. Although I am interested in hearing Ara’s viewpoints on this subject given her recent drunken escapades with Acting Sheriff Tanning.

Law Enforcement: First off I want point out the levels of Law enforcement in the Territory. First off are the Town Marshalls and their constables or Deputies. They are empowered within the borders of the town they are employed by to enforce the laws. It is a tough job. Then there is the Sheriff and his deputies. They are empowered to enforce the laws with in the county they were elected. They are usually in charge of a county Jail. They can often for Posses to chase after criminals that flee the county. They enforce a host of laws including property disputes, water rights etc. It is a big job with a whole bunch more involved than strapping on gun and tearing off to god knows where after an “outlaw”. As our population grows so does the responsibilities of the Sheriff. Creating and staying within budgets, building a jail and courthouse hiring dependable and trustworthy deputies not drinking and protecting outlaw brothers is the job. Then there are the Territorial Rangers and Federal marshals. Everyone has read stories about them so little has to be said. In summation being sheriff is more than riding a horse and shooting a gun. It is complicated and political at times getting more so as outside interests begin to take notice of our town and County.

The Future: As Sheriff I see my role as a facilitator for business to flourish in the County. Maintaining law and order, enforcing the laws to protect land/claim owners and to deal with outsiders of unscrupulous sorts; to let everyone have a chance at the American dream New Science: While new fangled machines and devices can be dangerous they have also been instrumental in improving many people lives and livelihoods. My personal opinion is that they should be watched and kept away from homes of taxpayers if possible so if they do have a problem they will not hurt anyone. But as for regulating them that is up to people much smarter than me to decide at the county, territory and Federal level. I will enforce whatever is decided.

Ranchers vs Farmers vs Miners: Our county is big enough for all professions to thrive alongside each other. I am from St Louis and we love our Beef! But we also like the vegetables and fruit that goes with it. Without Ghost Rock we would be back to using just plain steam and muscle power. Where people tend to get rubbed the wrong way is access to market, grazing rights and water. I have a lot of experience with getting things negotiated and compromises made. It is not my job to make sure everyone is completely happy all the time…not even God can do that. My job is to make sure things run smoothly and fairly in the county and that takes a lo more effort than falling off a bar stool.

Misc facts:

• Originally from St Louis.
• Started off as a working man in Warehouses, docks and Bars doing odd jobs. Eventually took on bigger and bigger security jobs…not afraid of danger or guns.
• Rose up to be a wealthy investor with a well-diversified portfolio of stocks and bonds.
• Has given generously to various causes throughout the Midwest before moving to Brimstone to give back to the community of this great town and County
• Sponsor of Friday Bar Crawl with Vance- Free Drinks until your have to crawl home. You should be able to get drunk…not just watch your sheriff and deputies do it.

Elijah Jonas Murray or "Old Man Murray"

Occupation: Freelance troubleshooter.

Gun Control: "Ain't gonna lie. I feel naked without my piece. There's a lot of $%#@ out there, and a whole mess 'o people who'll sooner shoot ya than look at ya. Bein' armed's saved my life plenty 'o times, even a few in town. But law's the law and if'n the mayor thinks its a good idea I'll grumble but I ain't gonna break it. And anybody who does better have a damn good reason or the idjit's gonna be in a world 'o trouble.

Alcohol: "I like a good whisky, that ain't no secret. Hell, sometimes you need one to deal with this $%#!@ of a world. Hell, I ain't got somethin' about gettin' drunk as long as ya don't do somethin' stupid. But that's the thing. Ya do somethin' stupid while yer drunk? That's still you doin' somethin' stupid and yer responsible fer it. Somebody pounded that through my thick skull a long time ago. So prepare fer me to throw ya in the drunk tank at best if'n can't behave and pray fer both your and theirs sake that ya don't hurt somebody."

Law Enforcement: "I ain't a deputy 'cause I wanna be. I'm a deputy 'cause we need one. Torres, El Hurrican', and Gates were shot fer chrissakes! Ya think Tanning can do this one is own? Hell! You think anybody can do this on their own? Lawing's not an easy job period. Ya gotta be soft most 'o the time, but ya gotta be hard when needed. Can't do the second? Yer gonna end up ignored at best, dead at worst. Can't do the first one? Then yer just a thug with a badge and the kind 'o sumbitch I hate. Doesn't help that the taxes fer a boomtown can make a feller mighty rich. I get wantin' to make a livin' but that looks mighty appealin' to a spoiled coward or right bastard. To be a GOOD lawdog you gotta be good folk period. Oh, and moment we get incorporated 'an the new mayor takes office, if the first thing they don't do is choosin' a town marshal so the county sheriff don't have to pull double duty then we've all done #%@&ed up.

Business: "Ya, I ain't no businessman. Never took to schoolin' past a certain point, and spent most 'o my life soldierin' farmin' or driftin'. Easy to not like somebody who don't get their hands dirty on principle, but fact is I might not get it, but there are a lot 'o folk still working hard even if it ain't with their hands. All just tryin' to make our way here. What they need to remember is that don't make them better than the people who are. Some folks know that and ain't no trouble. Others don't. I call 'em "smart" idjits. And don't matter what way you earn yer livin', if it involves scammin', stealin' or abusin' other folks so you can make a buck off their sufferin'? Then you ain't right and yer on my list."

The Future: "Times are changin' and sometimes I feel like I'm an 'ol warhorse gettin' left behind. Y'know, this town was always tough, but I think Lions, well, maybe I've had too much to drink, but took its innocence? Eh what the $@%& am I even talkin' 'bout? Rock's still flowin' so people are just gonna keep pilin' in. I mean, that one place in California got hit by the mother of all storms 'an Deadwood burned down, but both are doin' just fine today, so not like this place is goin' anyhwere... I just don't want that %^$# to happen for us to rebuild again. You ask me, last thing we need is another disaster with a body count, manmade or not.

New Science: "$#%& mad science. Yeah, I said it. Yeah I know that the rock's the reason the town exists, and it's only valuable because of it, but you know the $%#& I've seen mad science do? %^$# that'll turn yer hair white. I've seen it make dead bodies walk, people melted, things get blown to high Hell, Hell whole town saw that, weapons that can fire more bullets in six seconds than a man can in ten minutes, and them 'experimentin' on still livin' humans. Listen, I know that all of 'em ain't like that. Much as I hate Muller's screamin' death trap he's a good man. But the $%@& needs to be regulated FAST." Approaching Rail Spur: "Black River ain't nothin' but trouble. In all my days I've met all 'o one feller workin fer them who was even half decent. Don't buy any of their spin artist BS. Any group 'o amazons rumored to be Wichita Witches. Yeah, no $%#@ they are. And they work fer Black River Rail. Devlin's cronies shot up the Silver Palace, killed folks, blew up the rail lines twice, blackmailed good folk, funded human experimentation, have tried to kill people from this town on more times than I can count on my fingers, and have kidnapped Junior's sister! We don't wanna give 'em right 'o way, and they're gonna try every dirty violent trick to get it. The Rail Wars are comin' whether we like it or not, and we need to do somethin' about it!"

Ranching: "It's good and honest work. Hard work to though. Hand who don't wake up sore ain't doin' their job. That's why so many cowboys cause trouble. They work hard six days a week or fer months on end, so they play hard. Add in most 'o them bein' youngins and you got a recipe for idjits. Most 'o them ain't bad, but ya gotta keep 'im in line to make sure they don't do somethin' they regret. Remember what I said 'bout booze and responsibility? That. Still. tirin' as keepin' them in line is, I'd still take it over not havin' 'em at all. Open range is beautiful, 'an hard at is was, don't think there was a time I was happier since Abigail died than when I was helpin' drive Sutter's herd and nothin' was goin' wrong. Don't think we should be tryin' to stop that, fencin' folks in, havin' fightin' over property lines (God knows we don't need a %$&@ing range war) and or tryin' to buy up farm land on the cheap. Hell, we should be tryin' to help out Jed and Ariana is what we should be doin'!"

"Chrissake how long have I been talkin'? Ugh. The hooch is gettin' to me. I need to get back home and lie the $#%& down. Thanks fer the drinks, but I'm payin' ya back once I'm not hung over 'no more. Man who don't pay his debts ain't no real man." Misc Facts:

That was not a conscious, formal election interview. It was a drunken one on one Q&A done in the Jumping Jack the night before he left to hunt cougar pelts that somehow ended up in the Brimstone Bee two days later.

Is not actually actively campaigning for sheriff on his own behalf. In fact, he doesn't want the position, though if actually elected he'll feel morally obligated to do his duty. Campaigning is currently being done by a small, but devoted group of volunteers led by fellow deputy Allie Carter.

While not a notable quick draw, public consensus puts him as one of, if not possibly the best, sharpshooter in the territory.

Currently a deputy (UNDER PROTEST!) and has been one for two or so months (time is weird, but eh, you get the point), so he's already a local lawman with some experience.

Has an established reputation as a troubleshooter and white hat performing several extraordinary exploits. Publicly known highlights include charging a dozen armed gunmen and making them surrender with a shout, helping stop the Colfax County Range War, saving a group of orphans from a rogue mad science engine, bringing in the Iron Men gang, driving out a group of Confederate remnants from the town of Uriel without firing a shot, shooting Bayou Vermillion mankiller Bartholomew Phelps dead in a high noon duel, leading the charge on the notorious Kansas raider "Colonel" Socrates Galt's outlaw camp armed with nothing but a knife, and having a horse said to be from Hell itself (Legendary character with the Reputation (Good) Edge).

Is also the star of a new series of badly-written, over-the-top dime novels that cast him as a larger than life hero fighting a bevvy of monsters and villains, most of which are not the feats he has actually performed. He hates the things but they have a fanbase, and he loathes to actually outright crush their dreams, so he mostly tries to avoid them. Frequently donates large sums of his income to charity, though he doesn't advertise the fact. It's an open secret. In particular one of the orphanage's main patrons, and has functionally adopted a recently orphaned child, Jed Winters, himself recently.

• Unabashed Yankee and abolitionist, vocal with his hatred of the former Confederacy.
• Lived in Chinatown for a sizable period of time with arguably his closest friend, Solomon Mao, acting as a guard and assistant for his repair shop.
• Veteran of the Mexican American War where he served as a member of the Illinois Mounted Volunteers.
• #DeputyUnderProtest