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Description
Fad is a former partner of Jet Black from his time as a police officer in the Inter-Solar System Police force. He appears in the original anime series as a key figure in Jet's past, specifically in the events that led to Jet losing his left arm and leaving the ISSP. Fad is a man of average height with dark brown hair and brown eyes, often seen wearing a matching suit and fedora, a look that fits the noir-inspired atmosphere of his story.
At first glance, Fad presents himself as a friendly and affable former colleague. He shares old memories with Jet, discusses music, and jokes about personal debts, creating the impression of a long-standing friendship. This outward demeanor, however, masks a deep-seated corruption. Fad is a calculating individual who values self-preservation and financial gain over loyalty and justice. His friendly actions are ultimately a manipulation designed to keep Jet at ease and unaware of his true nature. Beneath this surface, there is evidence of significant guilt and remorse for his betrayal, suggesting he is not a purely malevolent figure but one who is deeply conflicted and haunted by his past decisions.
Fad's primary motivation stems from his secret employment with the Europa syndicate, a criminal organization. Years before the main events of the series, he chose to betray his partner for a substantial monetary reward, colluding with the syndicate to eliminate Jet, who had become a threat to their operations. When he reunites with Jet years later, his motivation appears to shift. While he claims to want to help Jet capture the escaped convict Udai Taxim, his true, unspoken goal is to cover up his past crime. He seeks to kill Udai before the convict can reveal that Fad, not Udai, was the one who shot Jet. However, his actions in the final confrontation strongly suggest a secondary, subconscious motivation: a desire for atonement. By loading only one bullet into his gun, intended for Udai, he leaves himself defenseless against Jet, effectively creating a scenario where Jet can kill him as penance for the treachery that cost him his arm.
Within the story, Fad serves as the central antagonist of the episode Black Dog Serenade. He is a living relic of Jet's past, representing the corruption and betrayal that forced Jet to leave his career as a cop. His role is to force Jet to finally confront the truth about the incident that has haunted him for years. Fad directly drives the plot by contacting Jet with news of Udai's escape, manipulating his former partner into a joint mission to capture the fugitive. His ultimate betrayal is revealed in the episode's climax, forcing Jet to make a final, tragic decision.
Fad's most significant relationship is, of course, with Jet Black. They were once trusted partners, but Fad destroyed this trust by shooting Jet in an ambush. For years, Fad has hidden his guilt behind a mask of camaraderie, and the entire plot of their reunion is built on this fragile, deceitful foundation. Their dynamic is one of a betrayer and the betrayed, culminating in a final, deadly confrontation where Fad finally reveals the truth. He also has a key, though unseen, relationship with Udai Taxim, the syndicate assassin for whom he betrayed Jet. Fad and Udai conspired together to set the trap that led to Jet's injury, and in the present, Fad views Udai as a dangerous loose end that must be eliminated.
The character undergoes a subtle but significant development. At the start of the flashback, he appears to be a loyal partner. This image is completely shattered by the revelation of his corruption. However, in the present-day events, he progresses from a seemingly helpful friend to a calculating traitor, and finally to a man seeking a form of redemption. His decision to confront Jet with an empty gun, knowing it will likely lead to his own death, is a final act that adds a layer of tragic complexity to his character.
In terms of abilities, Fad is a competent and experienced police officer, skilled in investigation, tracking, and combat. He is shown to be proficient with a handgun, specifically a Smith & Wesson, and his marksmanship is precise enough to shoot Jet's arm in a deliberate attack. His most notable talents, however, are psychological: he is a skilled manipulator and a convincing liar, capable of maintaining a facade of friendship for nearly a decade while hiding a profound betrayal.
At first glance, Fad presents himself as a friendly and affable former colleague. He shares old memories with Jet, discusses music, and jokes about personal debts, creating the impression of a long-standing friendship. This outward demeanor, however, masks a deep-seated corruption. Fad is a calculating individual who values self-preservation and financial gain over loyalty and justice. His friendly actions are ultimately a manipulation designed to keep Jet at ease and unaware of his true nature. Beneath this surface, there is evidence of significant guilt and remorse for his betrayal, suggesting he is not a purely malevolent figure but one who is deeply conflicted and haunted by his past decisions.
Fad's primary motivation stems from his secret employment with the Europa syndicate, a criminal organization. Years before the main events of the series, he chose to betray his partner for a substantial monetary reward, colluding with the syndicate to eliminate Jet, who had become a threat to their operations. When he reunites with Jet years later, his motivation appears to shift. While he claims to want to help Jet capture the escaped convict Udai Taxim, his true, unspoken goal is to cover up his past crime. He seeks to kill Udai before the convict can reveal that Fad, not Udai, was the one who shot Jet. However, his actions in the final confrontation strongly suggest a secondary, subconscious motivation: a desire for atonement. By loading only one bullet into his gun, intended for Udai, he leaves himself defenseless against Jet, effectively creating a scenario where Jet can kill him as penance for the treachery that cost him his arm.
Within the story, Fad serves as the central antagonist of the episode Black Dog Serenade. He is a living relic of Jet's past, representing the corruption and betrayal that forced Jet to leave his career as a cop. His role is to force Jet to finally confront the truth about the incident that has haunted him for years. Fad directly drives the plot by contacting Jet with news of Udai's escape, manipulating his former partner into a joint mission to capture the fugitive. His ultimate betrayal is revealed in the episode's climax, forcing Jet to make a final, tragic decision.
Fad's most significant relationship is, of course, with Jet Black. They were once trusted partners, but Fad destroyed this trust by shooting Jet in an ambush. For years, Fad has hidden his guilt behind a mask of camaraderie, and the entire plot of their reunion is built on this fragile, deceitful foundation. Their dynamic is one of a betrayer and the betrayed, culminating in a final, deadly confrontation where Fad finally reveals the truth. He also has a key, though unseen, relationship with Udai Taxim, the syndicate assassin for whom he betrayed Jet. Fad and Udai conspired together to set the trap that led to Jet's injury, and in the present, Fad views Udai as a dangerous loose end that must be eliminated.
The character undergoes a subtle but significant development. At the start of the flashback, he appears to be a loyal partner. This image is completely shattered by the revelation of his corruption. However, in the present-day events, he progresses from a seemingly helpful friend to a calculating traitor, and finally to a man seeking a form of redemption. His decision to confront Jet with an empty gun, knowing it will likely lead to his own death, is a final act that adds a layer of tragic complexity to his character.
In terms of abilities, Fad is a competent and experienced police officer, skilled in investigation, tracking, and combat. He is shown to be proficient with a handgun, specifically a Smith & Wesson, and his marksmanship is precise enough to shoot Jet's arm in a deliberate attack. His most notable talents, however, are psychological: he is a skilled manipulator and a convincing liar, capable of maintaining a facade of friendship for nearly a decade while hiding a profound betrayal.