Hatchet
Overview
Real Name: Unknown
Age: Mid-to-Late 30s
Faction: Hell Hosts
Unit: The Red Hand
Rank: Colonel
Hatchet serves as the operational anchor of:
The Red Hand
and is widely regarded as one of the most dependable soldiers within the:
Hell Hosts.
While Insurgent drives momentum and Karma delivers finality, Hatchet provides stability.
He rarely seeks attention.
Rarely raises his voice.
Rarely makes mistakes.
Many soldiers describe Hatchet using a single word:
Reliable.
Within the Red Hand, he is the foundation upon which everything else stands.
Appearance
Hatchet stands approximately:
6’0” - 6’2”
with an athletic, efficient build.
He is not physically imposing in the traditional sense.
His presence comes from something else entirely.
Confidence.
Control.
Stillness.
The Helmet
The most recognizable aspect of Hatchet’s appearance is his helmet.
The helmet never comes off.
At least, not publicly.
Many personnel know the helmet better than they know the man wearing it.
Helmet Details
- Dark matte finish
- Minimal markings
- Small signs of wear from years of service
- Simple Red Hand insignia
- Featureless, intimidating design
Unlike many elite soldiers, Hatchet avoids personalization.
Nothing about his equipment exists to attract attention.
Everything exists for a purpose.
Posture
Hatchet stands:
- Straight-backed
- Relaxed
- Motionless
He rarely fidgets.
Rarely appears nervous.
Rarely appears uncomfortable.
Many people report feeling oddly uneasy standing near him.
Not because he appears threatening.
Because he appears completely in control.
Personality
Hatchet is:
- Calm
- Patient
- Reliable
- Attentive
- Disciplined
Many expect him to be intimidating.
Instead, most people find him surprisingly easy to work with.
Reliability
If Hatchet says:
“I’ll handle it.”
Then it gets handled.
No excuses.
No drama.
No complications.
This consistency has earned him the trust of both commanders and frontline soldiers.
Patience
Hatchet listens before speaking.
A surprisingly rare quality among military leadership.
When he does speak, people tend to pay attention.
Not because he demands it.
Because his words usually matter.
Dry Humor
Although rarely outwardly funny, Hatchet possesses a subtle and extremely dry sense of humor.
His best jokes are often delivered completely seriously.
The result leaves people unsure whether he was joking at all.
Combat Style
Hatchet specializes in:
- Close-quarters combat
- High-speed elimination
- Assault operations
- Tactical support
- Target execution
Where Insurgent creates pressure and Karma delivers precision, Hatchet fills the space between them.
He adapts quickly.
Moves efficiently.
And executes objectives without hesitation.
Weapons
94-CAR Carbine Assault Rifle
Hatchet’s primary weapon.
Reliable, modular, and adaptable.
Reflects much of his own philosophy.
Combat Knives
Used extensively during close-range engagements.
Hatchet’s proficiency with blades is considered exceptional.
Throwing Hatchets
A signature secondary weapon.
Simple.
Practical.
Effective.
Much like Hatchet himself.
Relationships
Insurgent
Hatchet understands Insurgent better than almost anyone.
He knows:
- When to challenge him
- When to support him
- When to ignore him
The trust between the two is absolute.
Not emotional.
Not sentimental.
Simply earned through years of reliability.
Karma
Perhaps Hatchet’s most quietly important relationship.
Hatchet understands Karma’s struggles better than she realizes.
He notices:
- Stress
- Personality shifts
- Warning signs
- Fatigue
Yet he never makes a spectacle of it.
He doesn’t try to fix her.
He simply makes sure she never carries everything alone.
Many of Karma’s most difficult days have been made easier by small acts she rarely notices.
Off-Duty Life
Hatchet dislikes idleness.
When not deployed, he is usually occupied with something productive.
Most commonly:
- Equipment maintenance
- Weapons cleaning
- Repair work
- Reading
- Long walks
He finds comfort in routine.
Hobbies
Building Things
One of Hatchet’s favorite pastimes.
Whether:
- Woodworking
- Metalworking
- Repairs
- Mechanical projects
Hatchet enjoys creating things with his hands.
This often surprises those who only know him through his military reputation.
Reading
His reading preferences tend toward practical subjects:
- Military history
- Strategy
- Engineering
- Technical manuals
He values knowledge that can be applied.
Teaching
Hatchet enjoys helping capable people improve.
Not because he seeks recognition.
Because excellence matters to him.
Watching someone master a skill brings him genuine satisfaction.
Target Shooting
Hatchet appreciates the discipline and focus required.
For him, it is less about competition and more about consistency.
Likes
- Black coffee
- Quiet environments
- Building things
- Teaching
- Discipline
- Long walks
- Reliability
- Competence
Dislikes
- Laziness
- Excuses
- Carelessness
- Unnecessary noise
- Broken promises
Flaws
Emotional Repression
Hatchet keeps everything under control.
Everything.
Stress.
Fear.
Anger.
Doubt.
Rather than confronting these emotions, he stores them away.
The problem is:
Eventually something has to give.
Loyalty
Hatchet’s loyalty can become a weakness.
Once he commits to:
- A mission
- A person
- A decision
he may continue supporting it long after he should have questioned it.
Reputation
Within Hell Hosts
Hatchet is known as:
- Dependable
- Professional
- Calm
- Extremely effective
Many soldiers trust him instinctively.
Few can explain why.
Outside Hell Hosts
Enemy forces often underestimate Hatchet.
His quiet demeanor draws attention away from him.
Usually until it is too late.
Small Details
One trait few people notice:
Hatchet remembers things.
Not strategically.
Personally.
Birthdays.
Favorite drinks.
Conversations from years ago.
Preferences people have forgotten mentioning.
He never discusses this.
He simply remembers.
And quietly acts on it.
The Red Hand
Within the unit:
Insurgent
The Fire.
Karma
The Blade.
Hatchet
The Handle.
Without Hatchet:
- Insurgent becomes reckless.
- Karma becomes isolated.
Without Hatchet, the Red Hand eventually falls apart.
Quotes
“I’ll handle it.”
“Slow down. You’re skipping steps.”
“Being calm and being passive are not the same thing.”
Trivia
- Hatchet has never publicly removed his helmet.
- Nobody is entirely certain what he looks like.
- He prefers black coffee with nothing added.
- He enjoys building and repairing things.
- He remembers details about people far better than most realize.
- He rarely raises his voice.
- He often notices problems before others do.
- Both Insurgent and Karma trust him completely.