Sunday, February 20, 2011

Mark - Cormac Hanratty

 "There's no reason we can't settle this like civilized adults. Because if we can't, you'll be dead."

Cheap Sunglasses -d8- It doesn't matter if it's in church, at the hospital, or bar time. Cormac never takes off his sunglasses. One of his cousins mocked him about it at the pub once. Cormac mails him one of his teeth back every year the anniversary.

Danny Boy -d4- Cormac thinks the world of his grandson. He's spoiled the boy every chance he's got and he's taking a big risk showing up for the wedding. But he gave his word to look after the boy after his son Elias was killed. He paid for Danny's college and set up a trust fund all without him knowing it. He wants the boy to get out from underneath the Hanratty name and make a new life for himself and his family.

Elephant Man -d12- This is the nickname nobody uses in Cormac's presence. He never forgets. Ever. He remembers everyone's name, what they drink and the names of their spouses. He remembers every joke you've told, every waitress you've hit on and every favor you've asked. If things get heated, he stays calm and watches how things play out. He never yells, he never acts out of anger, but if you've crossed him, you will get yours.

For Tomorrow We May Die -d4- Years of doing business in dingy taverns and foggy docks have taken their toll. Despite his doctor's wishes, Cormac continues to smoke and drink like a man forty years his junior. He especially likes to sit at tables near no smoking signs and light up.

Trash Man Han -d12- Everybody knows a different story for how Cormac got this nickname. Most of the stories involve similar elements, such as a disappearing rival, an aluminum trash can and a variety of cutting tools purchased from a variety of hardware stores.Trash Man Han works like a ghost. He comes to your neighborhood, takes away the garbage, and leaves before you wake up in the morning.

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