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Heart Of A Goon Characters

by Jahquel J.

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This character guide covers arcs across the whole book and may contain spoilers.

Heart of a Goon has a big, tangled cast of family, lawyers, street figures, cops, friends, and kids. Zoya Caselli and Gerald 'Goon' Wraithe anchor the story: she is a defense attorney hiding depression and fear of love, while he is a loyal Muslim man and former prisoner who wants a wife and kids.

On this page, you will find each character's role, key relationships, and ongoing arcs. There are the Caselli siblings, the Wraithe family, the Inferno circle, law enforcement, antagonists, and even Bando the dog. The descriptions map who protects whom, who keeps secrets, and how everyone connects without giving away the ending.

Main Characters

Zoya Caselli

Protagonist

A defense attorney and the emotional center of the story, struggling with high-functioning depression, loneliness, and a fear of trusting love. She secretly adopted Bando to prove she can love someone, wants a child, and is guarded around men. She works high-profile cases and is one of the youngest attorneys and the only Black woman in her position.

Arc: She moves from isolating herself and planning for failure to letting Gerald love her, admitting she loves him, and later discovering she is pregnant. She also learns that Dawn is her actual mother and Constance was her older sister, which makes her question her entire identity and family.

  • Gerald 'Goon' Wraitheromantic partner and pursuer, later father of her unborn child
  • Maverick 'Menace' Caselliher brother and family authority
  • Koraher sister, later revealed to be part of the family secret
  • Landon 'Don' Caselliher brother and closest sibling
  • Navy Bleufriend and future sister-in-law
  • Capribest friend
  • Blair (Queen)best friend
  • Bandoher dog, whom she treats as her son
  • Sigel (Marcus/Thun)her ex-boyfriend and past partner
  • Dawnbelieved grandmother, later revealed to be her actual mother
  • Constance Eatonbelieved mother, later revealed to be her older sister

Gerald 'Goon' Wraithe

Protagonist

A Muslim man, former prisoner, and powerful street figure known as Goon or Goo. He is loyal to family and protective of Zoya, and he wants a wife and children. He buys the condo across from Zoya and pursues her with purpose.

Arc: He moves from keeping Zoya at a distance to openly declaring love, asking her to marry him, and celebrating her pregnancy. He also kills for family and tries to protect Zoya from the violence around him while telling her she cannot save him in the streets.

  • Zoya Caselliromantic partner, later mother of his unborn child
  • Khaos (Kenneth)his brother
  • Paulette 'Sharon' Wraithehis mother
  • Chefhis uncle
  • Inezhis cousin
  • Maverick 'Menace' Casellially and Zoya's brother
  • Sigel (Marcus/Thun)enemy
  • BandoZoya's dog, whom he treats as family
  • Quasim (King/Sim/Simmy)friend
  • Cappadonnafriend and advisor
  • Cherrygoddaughter
  • Caprifriend
  • Meer (Quameer)friend

Sigel (Marcus/Thun)

Antagonist

Zoya's ex-boyfriend and past partner, also called Marcus and referred to as Thun in Goon's warning to Menace. He is connected to the Red Hook killer allegations, works as an undercover cop in the organized crime unit, and manipulates people in the streets.

Arc: He develops feelings for Zoya and pursues her, but she pulls away as she learns more about him. After Joey's murder he feels pressure to respond, while Robinson and Nyla push him to do his job and lay low.

  • Zoya Casellihis ex-girlfriend and past partner
  • Gerald 'Goon' Wraitheenemy
  • Maverick 'Menace' Casellitarget of investigation
  • Robinsonboss or handler
  • Nyla Vaecoworker in the organized crime unit
  • InezFlea says his people serve her drugs
  • Joeyattends his funeral
  • Sabrina Browardreceives oral sex from her

Forty

Antagonist

A figure named by Inez as the Red Hook Killer who just tried to kill her. He is also mentioned in connection with information about Sigel being untouchable. He is a source of danger and threat in the later chapters.

Arc: He is first mentioned as someone who says Sigel cannot be touched, then Inez identifies him as the Red Hook Killer and says he tried to kill her.

  • Inezshe says he tried to kill her
  • Gerald 'Goon' Wraithesource of information about Sigel

Ruben Ester

Antagonist

A bishop identified by the nun as the man responsible for assaulting Dawn. The church protected him and let him go quietly so he could find work in another church. His abuse is part of the institutional cover-up.

Arc: He is not present but is named as the perpetrator behind Zoya's birth and the home's cover-up.

  • Dawnthe man responsible for assaulting her
  • Constance Eatonthe nun names him to her

Joey

Antagonist

A man who approaches Zoya at a store and lifts a hand toward her, prompting Kano to call Goon. He is later found with Raynette, confronted by Goon, dragged through Brooklyn, and killed. He is buried in a closed casket because his face was peeled off.

Arc: He goes from threatening Zoya to being brutally punished and killed by Goon, becoming a source of retaliation talk.

  • Zoya Casellihe approaches and threatens her
  • Gerald 'Goon' Wraitheenemy who kills him
  • Maverick 'Menace' Caselliorders street justice for him
  • Raynettehis shorty
  • Susiehis baby mama

Supporting Characters

Maverick 'Menace' Caselli

Supporting

Zoya's brother, also called Maverick, who raised and protected his siblings while still young. He directs the family's movements and security, makes decisions for Zoya and Landon, and withholds secrets to protect them. He is a feared figure with no traceable identity.

Arc: He keeps the truth about Zoya's parentage hidden, faces her anger when it comes out, and continues trying to protect her. He talks to Goon about Zoya and warns him not to make broken promises.

  • Zoya Casellihis sister
  • Korahis sister
  • Landon 'Don' Casellihis brother
  • Steviehis wife
  • Dennishis son
  • Gerald 'Goon' Wraitheally and future brother-in-law
  • Dawnblood relative he visits and cares for

Kora

Supporting

Zoya's sister, a federal judge known in court as Judge Kora Case. She keeps her emotions surface-level, avoids deep feelings, and dates safe wealthy men. She helped hide the truth about Zoya's mother from her.

Arc: She eventually reveals that Dawn is Zoya's actual mother and Constance was Zoya's sister, and she says she does not regret keeping the secret. She remains protective of Zoya, even threatening to get her disbarred if she goes against her word.

  • Zoya Caselliher sister, later implied to be her niece
  • Maverick 'Menace' Caselliher brother
  • Landon 'Don' Caselliher brother
  • Constance Eatonher mother
  • Dawnblood relative in the revealed family secret
  • Zoothe love of her life, sentenced to federal prison
  • Biaher best friend

Landon 'Don' Caselli

Supporting

Zoya's brother, also called Don, who is engaged to Navy. He argues with Zoya about family secrets but remains one of her closest siblings. He is protective and willing to challenge her when she pushes people away.

Arc: He confronts Zoya about not telling the family about Sigel and about pushing people away, then reconciles with her in the rain before his engagement party. He stays behind on the block when the group leaves during the confrontation.

  • Zoya Casellihis sister, later described by Zoya as his aunt by blood
  • Navy Bleuhis fiancée
  • Maverick 'Menace' Casellihis brother
  • Korahis sister
  • Steviehis sister-in-law
  • Gerald 'Goon' Wraithefriend
  • Rotalking with him as the truck leaves
  • Aimee Gatesshe calls him about brunch plans

Navy Bleu

Supporting

Landon's fiancée and a YouTube celebrity recognized by Peach. She is family-oriented, loves books, and takes the subway despite Don's wishes. She befriends Zoya and often encourages her to date and open up.

Arc: She supports Zoya through the book convention and family tensions, and her engagement to Landon is celebrated at a surprise party that is interrupted by gunfire.

  • Landon 'Don' Caselliher fiancé
  • Zoya Casellifriend and future sister-in-law
  • Peachfan of her YouTube videos
  • Donshe is warned to retire the subway after marriage
  • Jetther security

Capri

Supporting

Zoya's best friend, Meer's wife, Cherry's mother, and a lawyer who becomes Lady Inferno. She is career-driven, ambitious, and protective of her friends and family. She balances motherhood, work, and Inferno responsibilities.

Arc: She earns her white-flame tattoos as Lady Inferno, later considers a Special Assistant US Attorney role, and remains a support for Zoya. She worries about Zoya when the family secret breaks.

  • Meer (Quameer)her husband
  • Cherryher daughter
  • Zoya Casellibest friend
  • Blair (Queen)best friend
  • Cappadonnaher older brother
  • Quasim (King/Sim/Simmy)brother-in-law
  • Robinsonhe says he has watched her work as DA and called in favors

Meer (Quameer)

Supporting

Capri's husband and co-parent, also called Quameer, and a friend to Gerald. He is a father, protective of Capri, and often jokes with the group. He objects when Capri considers dangerous prosecutor work.

Arc: He supports Capri through her tattoo and career decisions, though he worries about her safety. He remains a steady friend and family man.

  • Caprihis wife
  • Cherryhis daughter
  • Gerald 'Goon' Wraithefriend
  • Quasim (King/Sim/Simmy)friend

Blair (Queen)

Supporting

Zoya's best friend, Quasim's wife, and a mother. She is blunt, protective, and willing to call Zoya out on her emotional walls. She plans a women's studio and a future law firm with her friends.

Arc: She encourages Zoya to let love in and shares her own fears about opening her heart. She celebrates with the group and follows Sim when she sees another woman eyeing him.

  • Quasim (King/Sim/Simmy)her husband
  • Zoya Casellibest friend
  • Capribest friend
  • Elijahher son
  • Gamspresent with her during calls
  • Simher man and husband

Quasim (King/Sim/Simmy)

Supporting

Blair's husband, also called King, Sim, and Simmy, and a friend to Gerald. He is a family man and tattoo shop co-owner who backs Gerald on the corner. He offers Gerald advice about setting boundaries with Zoya.

Arc: He supports Blair and his family, backs Gerald during confrontations, and remains a loyal friend. He tells Gerald that his wife and kids remind him he is blessed.

  • Blair (Queen)his wife
  • Izayahhis child
  • Gerald 'Goon' Wraithefriend
  • Havocfriend and tattoo shop co-owner
  • Meer (Quameer)friend
  • Zoya Casellifriend

Cappadonna

Supporting

Alaia's husband, Capone's twin, and Capri's older brother. He is a father figure and advisor to Gerald, often offering wisdom about patience and family. He is loyal and protective of his people.

Arc: He advises Gerald that Zoya will require patience and that love will not fix her. He backs Gerald during confrontations and supports his family during the engagement shooting.

  • Alaiahis wife
  • Caponehis twin brother
  • Caprihis younger sister
  • Gerald 'Goon' Wraithefriend and advisor
  • Aimee Gatesdaughter who calls him Pops
  • Rorycalls him Pop-Pop
  • Capellafamily connection

Capone

Supporting

Cappadonna's twin brother and Erin's husband. He is family-loyal and protective, and he helps support Erin's dreams. He is part of the Inferno circle.

Arc: He supports Erin and their family, helps during the engagement shooting, and remains a steady presence in the group.

  • Erinhis wife
  • Cappadonnahis twin brother
  • Alaiasister-in-law
  • Gerald 'Goon' Wraithefriend

Erin

Supporting

Capone's wife and a woman with a traumatic past. She witnessed her father kill her mother and then himself, raised Jaiden, and fought giving up control before allowing Winnie in. She speaks from experience to encourage Zoya to let love in.

Arc: She shares her past to help Zoya trust love despite fear, and she supports her family during the engagement party and shooting.

  • Caponeher husband
  • Zoya Casellifriend
  • Alaiafriend
  • Jaidenshe raised him
  • Winnieman she allowed into her life

Alaia

Supporting

Cappadonna's wife and a calm, comforting presence. She supports Blair's women's studio idea and wants a safe workout space where she can take her hijab off. She comforts Zoya during emotional moments.

Arc: She offers Zoya gentle advice about love and remains supportive through the group's gatherings and the shooting.

  • Cappadonnaher husband
  • Caprisister-in-law
  • Zoya Casellifriend
  • Erinfriend

Khaos (Kenneth)

Supporting

Goon's younger brother, also called Kenneth by Inez. He became the leader and provider for the family while Goon and Chef were locked up. He is violent when protecting family and has a personal beef with Pesos.

Arc: He supports Goon through family crises, kills men involved in Ramelle's death, and rides with Goon to confront those who disrespect the family. He remains a loyal and dangerous brother.

  • Gerald 'Goon' Wraithehis brother
  • Paulette 'Sharon' Wraithehis mother
  • Inezhis cousin
  • Chefhis uncle
  • Ramellehis cousin, whose death he avenged
  • Pesospersonal beef

Inez

Supporting

Goon and Khaos's cousin, Sharon's niece, and Ramelle's mother. She is an addict using drugs to escape grief and shame after her son's murder. She often resists rehab and says the family does not understand her pain.

Arc: She resists Goon's attempts to send her to rehab and continues using, goes missing, then warns Goon that Forty is the Red Hook Killer and just tried to kill her. She remains trapped in grief and addiction.

  • Gerald 'Goon' Wraitheher cousin
  • Khaos (Kenneth)her cousin
  • Paulette 'Sharon' Wraitheher aunt
  • Maxine 'Aunt Max'her mother
  • Ramelleher son
  • Rylanher boyfriend and father of her child
  • Fortyshe says he is the Red Hook Killer and tried to kill her
  • Brenayher friend

Paulette 'Sharon' Wraithe

Supporting

Goon and Khaos's mother, Inez's aunt, and Maxine's sister. She lost her leg, values independence, and hates needing help. Cooking and feeding her family are her love language.

Arc: She refuses to move out of her apartment, comforts Inez, and later meets Zoya and treats her as a future daughter-in-law. She suffers a dizzy spell and fall but continues to value her home and community.

  • Gerald 'Goon' Wraitheher son
  • Khaos (Kenneth)her son
  • Inezher niece
  • Maxine 'Aunt Max'her sister
  • Chefher brother
  • Zoya Casellishe treats her as a future daughter-in-law

Chef

Supporting

Goon and Khaos's uncle and Inez's uncle. He was in and out of prison and made sure to put Goon and Khaos on. He believes in doing time and never snitching.

Arc: He confronts Casey for spitting on Inez, passes Goon a machete, and stages the scene after Casey is killed. He remains a criminal mentor and family protector.

  • Gerald 'Goon' Wraithehis nephew
  • Khaos (Kenneth)his nephew
  • Inezhis niece
  • Paulette 'Sharon' Wraithehis sister
  • Casey Stewartsconfronts him over spitting on Inez

Maxine 'Aunt Max'

Supporting

Inez's mother and Sharon's sister. She is concerned about Inez and family obligations, and she reacts with shock to Inez's teenage pregnancy.

Arc: She worries about Inez and speaks with Sharon about family matters. She remains a concerned mother within the Wraithe family.

  • Inezher daughter
  • Paulette 'Sharon' Wraitheher sister
  • Gerald 'Goon' Wraitheher nephew

Ramelle

Supporting

Inez's son and Goon's younger cousin. His murder is the source of deep family grief and is discussed throughout the story. He was seventeen when he was chased down and killed near Gerald's mother's crib.

Arc: Though deceased, his death drives Inez's addiction, Goon's guilt, and Khaos's revenge against the men involved.

  • Inezhis mother
  • Gerald 'Goon' Wraithehis cousin
  • Khaos (Kenneth)his cousin

Corleon

Supporting

A family friend and kin to the Caselli siblings who brings them pizza and help. He is close to Menace's household, picks up Estella, and assists with logistics and cover-ups. He tells Maverick they are family and do not count favors.

Arc: He supports the siblings from the beginning and remains an ally to Menace and Goon. He helps reroute calls, wipes footage, and stays connected to the family.

  • Gerald 'Goon' Wraitheally
  • Korafamily friend
  • Zoya Casellifamily friend
  • Landon 'Don' Casellifamily friend
  • Maverick 'Menace' Caselliassociate and friend
  • Aimee Gateshe padded her resume
  • Estellapicks her up and acts fatherly toward her
  • Dukeconnected through Menace's household

Bando

Supporting

Zoya's protective Cane Corso, secretly adopted to prove she can love and care for someone. He walks with Navy and Mink, sleeps beside Zoya, and is treated like family. He is protective of Zoya and friendly with Gerald/Goon.

Arc: He remains Zoya's companion and protector, becomes part of her little family, and is told he will be a big brother when Zoya learns she is pregnant.

  • Zoya Casellihis owner
  • Gerald 'Goon' Wraithefamily figure who calls him his son
  • Minkdog friend

Stevie

Supporting

Menace's wife, Dennis's mother, and Zoya's sister-in-law. She is supportive and comforting, and she wants girl time away from Menace and Dennis. She makes a wedding gift for Navy and Landon.

Arc: She supports Zoya through the pregnancy scare and family secret, insists on the birthday trip, and remains a steady family presence.

  • Maverick 'Menace' Caselliher husband
  • Dennisher son
  • Zoya Casellisister-in-law
  • Skylerher cousin

Duke

Supporting

Security and driver connected to Menace and Stevie. He catches Estella and spins her around, and he drives the tank that carries Zoya away from the courthouse.

Arc: He remains a trusted part of Menace's security and household.

  • Maverick 'Menace' Casellihis job is Menace and Stevie
  • Steviehis job is Menace and Stevie
  • Estellacatches her and spins her around

Aimee Gates

Supporting

An FBI cyber specialist intern, daughter of Cappadonna, wife of Capella, and mother of Rory. She calls Cappadonna Pops and helps wipe cameras and stall security. Corleon padded her resume.

Arc: She works in the organized crime unit and helps the family avoid camera evidence while caring for Rory. She is introduced to Marcus as a new intern.

  • Cappadonnaher father, whom she calls Pops
  • Capellaher husband
  • Roryher son
  • Robinsontakes interest in her
  • Corleonhe padded her resume

Robinson

Supporting

A director and handler in law enforcement who reprimands Marcus for playing instead of being undercover. He attends meetings, wants information on the crimes, and has lunch with District Attorney Fern. He takes interest in Aimee Gates.

Arc: He pushes the team to find information and tells Marcus to do his job, remaining a pressure from the law-enforcement side.

  • Sigel (Marcus/Thun)boss or handler
  • Nyla Vaechecks in with her
  • Aimee Gatesrests his hand on her shoulder and says he will check in
  • District Attorney Fernlunch meeting

Nyla Vae

Supporting

A member of the organized crime unit who leads a meeting and introduces Aimee Gates. She asks why there is no information on the restaurant shooting and torture. She tells Marcus to lay low.

Arc: She remains part of the investigative team trying to understand the violence around Menace and the streets.

  • Sigel (Marcus/Thun)coworker in the unit
  • Aimee Gatesintroduces her to the team
  • Robinsonhe checks in with her

Havoc

Supporting

A tattoo artist, lounge owner, and friend to the Inferno circle. He is naturally quiet, uses sign language, and cares for his goddaughter and friends. He tattooed Capri's white flames as Lady Inferno.

Arc: He opens his lounge, honors Capri by making her a Goddess, and remains a loyal friend. He put his own wants on the back burner to help Sin before.

  • Gerald 'Goon' Wraithefriend
  • Kobehis best friend
  • Synthiaromantic interest
  • Quasim (King/Sim/Simmy)friend and tattoo shop co-owner
  • Caprihe tattoos her as a Goddess

Kobe

Supporting

Havoc's best friend, who arrives with Synthia and confronts Gerald about a sword. He warns Gerald that Zoya is coming and to act right, then eats a gummy. He is outspoken and dances with Synthia.

Arc: He remains Havoc's best friend and a blunt presence, warning Gerald about Zoya and defending his own behavior.

  • Havochis best friend
  • Synthiadances with her
  • Zoya Casellihe warns Gerald about her

Synthia

Supporting

Arrives with Kobe, signs to Havoc, and hugs him before going into the lounge. She is connected to Irie and is a romantic interest for Havoc.

Arc: She greets Havoc at his lounge opening and dances with Kobe, remaining part of Havoc's circle.

  • Havocromantic interest
  • Kobearrives with him
  • Irieher sister

Kofi Maze

Supporting

Zoya's client in a murder trial, accused of murdering an FBI agent. He wants to make it home to his daughter and trusts Zoya fully. The jury returns a not-guilty verdict.

Arc: He goes from anxious defendant to acquitted man after Zoya's closing argument, and gives a brief media statement.

  • Zoya Casellihis attorney
  • Korathe judge in his courtroom
  • the murdered FBI agentthe man he shot after the agent came to his door with a gun drawn

Dawn

Supporting

Zoya's believed grandmother and later revealed actual mother. She is mentally four after a ski accident and lives in a retirement home in Scotsman. She calls Zoya My baby and becomes agitated when Zoya is present.

Arc: She is introduced as a grandmother, then Kora reveals she is Zoya's actual mother and was raped by a staff member; the revelation devastates Zoya.

  • Zoya Caselliher actual daughter
  • Constance Eatonher daughter
  • Ruben Esterthe bishop who assaulted her

Constance Eaton

Supporting

Zoya's believed mother and later revealed older sister. She flies to the assisted living home after learning her mother had a baby after being assaulted, confronts the nun, and names the baby Zoya Eaton. She wants to bring the baby home and never let her learn her tragic birth story.

Arc: She moves from guilt and anger at the institution to holding and naming Zoya, resolving to protect her. Later the family secret reframes her as Zoya's sister rather than mother.

  • Bashher husband
  • Dawnher mother
  • Zoya Caselliher sister, though Zoya believed she was her mother

Vera

Supporting

The Caselli chalet housekeeper who grew up with Constance in Scotsman, Colorado. She tries to take over dishes from Zoya and reveals that Menace found the family chalet and checks on Zoya's grandmother. She shows loyalty to Menace's rules.

Arc: She remains a keeper of family knowledge and helps Zoya begin to uncover the truth about her mother and grandmother.

  • Constance Eatonchildhood friend
  • Maverick 'Menace' Caselliemployer
  • Zoya Casellihousekeeper who calls her Ms. Caselli
  • Dawnchecks in on her at the retirement home

Kennedy

Supporting

Zoya's friend who asks to stay at her place for a few days. She always asks but never shows, and she is hiding her engagement from the group. She is connected to Zoya's brother, which is why she hides it.

Arc: She asks to stay with Zoya and remains a friend with secrets.

  • Zoya Caselliher friend
  • Zoya's brothershe hides her engagement to avoid Zoya telling him

Gams

Supporting

A mother figure to the Gods, including Papa Inferno, who treats them as her boys. She calls Zoya Cheesecake and gives her motherly advice. She believes Gerald is a good man in love.

Arc: She encourages Zoya to let Gerald love her and remains a warm mother figure to the group.

  • Zoya Casellicalls her Cheesecake and advises her
  • Blair (Queen)present with her during calls
  • Godsrefers to all the Gods as her boys
  • Papa Infernoincludes him among her boys

George

Supporting

A partner at Zoya's law firm and Teddy's father. He demands Teddy apologize to Zoya and tells her Preston Vance wants her on his legal team. He later says Vercotti will take lead and Teddy will be third chair.

Arc: He tries to smooth over Teddy's behavior while managing the law firm's cases and his son's role.

  • Teddyhis son
  • Zoya Casellipartner at her law firm
  • Vercottispoke to him about the Preston case
  • Preston Vancetells Zoya he wants her on the legal team

Teddy

Supporting

Zoya's colleague and George's son, privileged and entitled. He insults Zoya by saying she is never paying attention, and she retaliates by accusing him of wanting to look under her skirt. He is later murdered.

Arc: He remains an entitled colleague until his murder, which shocks the office.

  • Georgehis father
  • Zoya Casellicolleague he insults
  • Preston Vancecase he is later third chair on

Preston Vance

Supporting

An indicted client who wants Zoya to represent him. His attorney team wants to retain her, and Vercotti takes lead while Teddy is third chair. Capri later says Preston is not innocent.

Arc: He adds Zoya to his defense team despite Kora telling her to drop the case.

  • Zoya Casellipotential client who requested her
  • Vercottiattorney who takes lead
  • Teddythird chair on his case
  • Caprimay prosecute his case

Vercotti

Supporting

An attorney mentioned by George as taking lead on Preston Vance's case. He allows Teddy to be third chair as a favor.

Arc: He remains part of Preston's legal team.

  • Georgespoke to him about the case
  • Teddyallowed him as third chair
  • Zoya Caselliwill take lead on the case she joins
  • Preston Vanceattorney on his case

Raynette

Supporting

Joey's shorty, found in a booth with him at Jerk and Lime. Khaos recognizes her as a thief who stole from him three times. Goon puts a gun to her mouth, and after a gunshot her head hits the table.

Arc: She remains caught in the confrontation and is struck after being identified as a thief.

  • Joeyhis shorty
  • Khaos (Kenneth)she stole from him three times
  • Maverick 'Menace' Casellihe calls her a thieving bitch after she is shot
  • Gerald 'Goon' Wraithehe holds a gun to her mouth

Kano Cruzari

Supporting

A man who sees Joey go into a store behind Zoya and calls Goon when Joey lifts a hand to her. He later intervenes at the corner store, beats the threatening man, and identifies Zoya as G's wifey.

Arc: He acts as a protector for Zoya and connects her to Goon's name.

  • Zoya Casellihe defends her at the store
  • Gerald 'Goon' Wraithehe invokes Goon's name to protect Zoya
  • Joeyhe witnesses Joey approach Zoya

Kim

Supporting

An old friend and former sexual partner of Gerald/Goon. She calls out to him on his mother's block, introduces herself to Zoya, and chokes when Zoya asks if she is someone Gerald slept with. She later leaves with Keyshawn.

Arc: She remains an old flame and briefly causes tension before moving on with Keyshawn.

  • Gerald 'Goon' Wraitheold friend and former sexual partner
  • Zoya Caselliintroduced to her and questioned about Gerald
  • Keyshawnleaves with him

Keyshawn

Supporting

A man who appears in a royal blue Nike tech, calls out to Kim, hugs her, and offers her a ride. He later visits Marcus with Jerome and asks about Joey. He has a brother who plays for the Sonics and a daughter.

Arc: He remains an associate in the street circle, connected to Kim and Marcus.

  • Kimgives her a ride and hugs her
  • Gerald 'Goon' Wraithenods at him
  • Sigel (Marcus/Thun)associate
  • Jeromeenters with him

Capella

Supporting

Aimee's husband and part of Cappadonna's family circle. He laughs while Aimee chases Corleon and later chases Corleon himself for her candy. He helps with Rory when needed.

Arc: He remains a family man connected to Cappadonna's household.

  • Aimee Gatesher husband
  • Roryfamily member who helps with him
  • Cappadonnapart of his family circle

Rory

Supporting

Aimee's son, who is autistic and affectionate with Cappadonna, calling him Pop-Pop. He wants to stay at Pop-Pop's house and asks about Promise. Aimee and Capella did what needed to be done for him.

Arc: He remains a beloved child in Cappadonna's family circle.

  • Aimee Gateshis mother
  • Cappadonnacalls him Pop-Pop
  • Capellafamily member who helps with him
  • Promisethick as thieves

Skyler

Supporting

Stevie's cousin, who has not been taking her medicine and may be in a cult after going to a wellness retreat. She pushes Stevie away but later screams for Stevie after gunfire. Estella resembles her.

Arc: She remains a source of worry for Stevie and is caught in the chaos of the shooting.

  • Stevieher cousin
  • Estellaresembles her and shares her serious expression

Estella

Supporting

A child who gets out of Corleon's car, hugs him, greets Goon, and runs through the rain into Duke's arms. She resembles Skyler and shares her serious expression.

Arc: She remains part of the family circle around Menace's household.

  • Skylerresembles her
  • Corleonhe picks her up and she hugs him
  • Dukeshe runs into his arms

Bash

Supporting

Constance Eaton's husband, who pays for her mother's care every month. He is part of the backstory of Zoya's birth and Constance's family.

Arc: He remains a supporting figure in Constance's life.

  • Constance Eatonher husband

Cherry

Supporting

Capri and Meer's daughter and Goon/Gerald's goddaughter. She runs to Gerald, calls him Goo-Goo, tells him she loves him, and falls asleep on him. She also leaps into Goon's arms at the block party.

Arc: She remains a symbol of family and godparenthood for Gerald/Goon and Capri/Meer.

  • Gerald 'Goon' Wraitheher godfather
  • Capriher mother
  • Meer (Quameer)her father

Jett

Supporting

Navy's security, who rides the subway with Navy and Zoya, complains, and does not drink because his job is to watch over Navy. He walks to the Rezvani and drives the group off the block. During the engagement shooting, he stands in front of Zoya.

Arc: He remains a protective presence for Navy and Zoya.

  • Navy Bleuhe watches over her
  • Landon 'Don' Casellidriver for him
  • Zoya Casellistands in front of her during the shooting

Avril

Supporting

Helps host the surprise engagement party for Don/Landon and Navy and reserves the top-floor room for Dennis. She remains a host and family friend.

Arc: She helps celebrate Don and Navy's engagement before the shooting interrupts the party.

  • Roco-host
  • Landon 'Don' Casellihosts his engagement party
  • Navy Bleuhosts her engagement party
  • Dennisreserves a room for him

Ro

Supporting

Helps host the surprise engagement party and during the shooting has his gun out aiming toward the water. He also holds Chef back and talks with Landon.

Arc: He remains a protector and family associate during the engagement shooting.

  • Avrilco-host
  • Landon 'Don' Casellihosts his engagement party
  • Chefholds him back
  • Navy Bleuhosts her engagement party

Kincaid

Supporting

Runs out of the lounge, hops on a bike, announces Lady Inferno and Queen are about to race, counts down the start, and tells them Gateway Center is the endpoint. He also rides by yelling Twelve coming.

Arc: He remains part of the street events and race scene.

  • Capriannounces her race as Lady Inferno
  • Blair (Queen)announces her race as Queen

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