ONA
Description
John Smith is an agent of the American Empire's National Security Agency who serves as a central figure in the post-human crisis within Ghost in the Shell: SAC_2045. He is the head of a specialized subdivision within the NSA known as the Post-Human Affairs Bureau, a department specifically created to address the emerging threat of post-humans.
Physically, John Smith presents a composed and professional image. He has neatly combed black hair and dark eyes, and a small mole is located on the upper left side of his lip. He is consistently dressed in a formal black suit and tie with dress shoes, completing his appearance with a pair of glasses. This polished, bureaucratic exterior reflects his methodical and controlled nature.
As the head of the Post-Human Affairs Bureau, Smith's primary motivation is the eradication and containment of post-humans, whom he views as a fundamental threat to the established world order. His role within the story becomes pivotal when Public Security Section 9 is reestablished to investigate these new entities. Smith is assigned as an advisor to the group, effectively becoming the representative of American interests in the multinational investigation. This position puts him in a direct, working relationship with Major Motoko Kusanagi and her team, though his loyalties remain firmly with the American Empire's agenda.
His key relationships are defined by this professional arrangement. He works closely with Daisuke Aramaki and Section 9, providing them with access to data and post-human subjects, such as the contained individual Gary Harts. While an ally of convenience, the relationship is tense and pragmatic rather than one of mutual trust. For example, he briefly captures members of Section 9 and coerces them into an operation to abduct the robotics magnate Patrick Huge, demonstrating his willingness to use the team as assets for American objectives. Togusa takes a calculated risk to draw Smith out and make contact, leading to a tense exchange where Smith reveals his belief that the Sustainable War is an elegant solution for economic growth.
Throughout the first season, Smith serves as the primary conduit for information about the post-human phenomenon. He is present during Section 9's first direct encounter with a post-human in a containment facility, where he explains the extreme risks they pose, including the ability to seize control of anyone with a cyberbrain who makes direct contact. When the situation with Gary Harts escalates and containment fails, Smith makes the critical, cold-blooded decision to authorize the post-human's termination, prioritizing security over study or preservation of life.
In terms of notable abilities, John Smith is not a frontline combatant or cyborg powerhouse like many members of Section 9. His strength lies in his bureaucratic authority, intelligence acumen, and political maneuvering. He commands significant resources as an NSA division head and operates with the full backing of the American Empire. He is a shrewd strategist and negotiator, capable of manipulating situations to serve his long-term goals, such as using Section 9's expertise to advance his own mission against the post-humans while keeping them on a short leash.
Physically, John Smith presents a composed and professional image. He has neatly combed black hair and dark eyes, and a small mole is located on the upper left side of his lip. He is consistently dressed in a formal black suit and tie with dress shoes, completing his appearance with a pair of glasses. This polished, bureaucratic exterior reflects his methodical and controlled nature.
As the head of the Post-Human Affairs Bureau, Smith's primary motivation is the eradication and containment of post-humans, whom he views as a fundamental threat to the established world order. His role within the story becomes pivotal when Public Security Section 9 is reestablished to investigate these new entities. Smith is assigned as an advisor to the group, effectively becoming the representative of American interests in the multinational investigation. This position puts him in a direct, working relationship with Major Motoko Kusanagi and her team, though his loyalties remain firmly with the American Empire's agenda.
His key relationships are defined by this professional arrangement. He works closely with Daisuke Aramaki and Section 9, providing them with access to data and post-human subjects, such as the contained individual Gary Harts. While an ally of convenience, the relationship is tense and pragmatic rather than one of mutual trust. For example, he briefly captures members of Section 9 and coerces them into an operation to abduct the robotics magnate Patrick Huge, demonstrating his willingness to use the team as assets for American objectives. Togusa takes a calculated risk to draw Smith out and make contact, leading to a tense exchange where Smith reveals his belief that the Sustainable War is an elegant solution for economic growth.
Throughout the first season, Smith serves as the primary conduit for information about the post-human phenomenon. He is present during Section 9's first direct encounter with a post-human in a containment facility, where he explains the extreme risks they pose, including the ability to seize control of anyone with a cyberbrain who makes direct contact. When the situation with Gary Harts escalates and containment fails, Smith makes the critical, cold-blooded decision to authorize the post-human's termination, prioritizing security over study or preservation of life.
In terms of notable abilities, John Smith is not a frontline combatant or cyborg powerhouse like many members of Section 9. His strength lies in his bureaucratic authority, intelligence acumen, and political maneuvering. He commands significant resources as an NSA division head and operates with the full backing of the American Empire. He is a shrewd strategist and negotiator, capable of manipulating situations to serve his long-term goals, such as using Section 9's expertise to advance his own mission against the post-humans while keeping them on a short leash.