so let's set the world on fire, Your Pimpin' Majesty

Sure, there are slick suits and Tommy guns, but the Mafia is about getting a certain level of respect and power. You might have to get your hands dirty sometimes, but you are near untouchable... as long as you don't get on the wrong side of someone higher up than you, that is.

- Post your character's name and series in the subject. Include your chosen role from the list below and any preferences you might have.
- Others choose their own role and respond.
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The Family
1. Boss - The boss is the head of the family, sometimes called Don or Godfather. The  entire family answers to you and you take a cut of every operation taken on by the family. Even though your position has the highest respect, it comes with its fair share of responsibilities and danger. You better watch your back and learn to deal with the stress.
2. Underboss - the underboss is usually appointed by the boss and is second in-command. They deal with the day-to-day responsibilties of the family. They are also the successor in case anything happens to the Don.
3. Consigliere - The consigliere is an advisor. The Boss's right-hand man. Mediator of disputes, representaitves, etc. They are the third ranking member. The Don appoints someone they trust deeply.
4. Capo -  Capo, or captain, is in charge of a crew of soldiers who report directly to them. Each crew contains a number of soldiers and associates. The capo is appointed by the Don and reports to either him or the underboss. He is responsible for any assigned tasks, including murder.
5. Soldier - A soldier is a member of the family. He is a made man and cannot be touched without permission from a soldier's boss. They are the workers and usually handle committing crimes from assault, murder, intimidation, etc.
6. Associate -  An associate is not a member of the Family officiall, but they do work with them. Their duties can run from carrying out similar tasks to a soldier to being nothing more than an errand boy. They can be lawyers or dirty cop, doctors, or anything else that might be useful to the family. They can be made official if recommended by a made man already in the family.
7. Rat - You're lower than dirt by Mafia standards. You've the code of silence, Omerta, and told on your family. If you aren't put in witness protection, you are an extremely likely target. Good luck watching your back and you better hope that deal you made was worth it!

Outsider
1. Lover - Either a spouse or a kept lover on the side. You are to be treated with respect and as long as you keep your mouth shut, you probably won't want for anything if you're involved with a higher up in the Family.
2. Cop - You finally got the dirt you wanted or maybe you're just watching certain members really close. Maybe you just want a nice little pay off to keep your mouth shut too.
3. Family - Family by blood. Father, mother, sister, brother, child, etc. You might be kept in the dark about the business or just turn a blind eye to it. Maybe you want to finally confront your family about their activities and get an honest answer out of them. Maybe you're offering a hide out or to stash goods, even if it's reluctantly.
4. Indebted - You made a deal with the mob and you are now indebted. Either you pay back your debt or you're in deep trouble. You might intimidated, roughed up, or murdered. They might be threatening your business or possibly even your loved ones.
5. Avenger - You knew someone who got in trouble with the mob or was wronged in some way by them and you're out for revenge now. It might be downright suicidal, but you're not going to be deterred.
6. Targeted - You either know something you shouldn't or did something else to get on the Family's bad side. Now you're being targeted for assassination. Maybe they've already found you or maybe you're getting as much stuff together and hitting the road as soon as you can.
7. Other -  Maybe something was forgotten off the list. If you can think of something else you want to do or be, this is the option for you.

(Originally posted here by  onlytobenormal  at memebells )