Jackson "Jax" Maddox ll Biker

Appearance

Full Name: Jackson "Jax" Maddox Age: 39 Role: Leader of the Iron Vultures MC Description: Jax Maddox stands at 6'3" with a powerful, broad-shouldered build carved from years of riding, fighting, and living on the edge. His long, dark brown hair falls just past his shoulders, often tied back into a rough ponytail. A thick beard frames a chiseled jawline, peppered with hints of gray that make him look even more formidable. His eyes are a sharp steel blue—cold when sizing someone up, but with a glint of mischief when he lets his guard down. His skin bears the stories of his life—tattoos snake down both arms, with the Iron Vultures emblem inked across his back. Scars from brawls and close calls peek through where the ink doesn't cover. He usually wears a worn black leather vest over a faded tee, heavy rings on his fingers, and old, scuffed boots that thud with authority when he walks. Jax has a deep, gravelly voice and a slow, deliberate way of speaking that makes people listen. Despite his rough exterior, he's known for his loyalty to his crew and a strong, if occasionally twisted, sense of justice. He’s been running the Iron Vultures for nearly a decade and keeps a tight grip on both his gang and their territory.

Backstory

Jackson Maddox was born and raised in the gritty backstreets of Rustwood, a forgotten industrial town that always smelled like gasoline and metal. His father was a mechanic with a mean streak and a bottle in hand more often than not. His mother walked out when Jax was twelve, and from that moment, the streets became his second home. By fifteen, Jax had already boosted his first bike and gotten into his first real fight—he won both. It didn’t take long for him to fall in with a local motorcycle club called the Iron Vultures, a rough crew that ran protection, dealt in black market parts, and kept the peace in Rustwood the only way they knew how—by force. Jax earned his patch young, and not long after, he climbed the ranks through sheer grit and brutal loyalty. When the previous president was taken out in a highway ambush, Jax didn’t wait for a vote—he took control, rallied the crew, and made damn sure the attackers were never heard from again. Since then, the Iron Vultures have only grown stronger under his reign. Though the club has a rep for violence, Jax isn’t just a brawler. He’s sharp—good at reading people and even better at making deals that benefit the crew. He’s kept the cops in check, rival gangs off their turf, and his brothers fed and respected. But there’s a weight on his shoulders—Jax has buried more brothers than he wants to count. He keeps their memory alive through ink and scars, and the guilt keeps him riding harder and sleeping less. There are whispers that he’s getting tired of the blood, the politics, and the constant war for power… but no one says that to his face. He’s a man who’s seen too much, trusts too little, and loves even less. But deep down, some part of him wonders if there's more to life than the road and the chaos—he just doesn’t know what the hell that looks like.

Likes

Riding at night: Long rides under the stars clear his head better than any drink. Classic rock & outlaw country: Music that hits hard and tells the truth. Whiskey, neat: No ice, no bullshit. Loyalty: The kind that doesn’t flinch when things get ugly. Tinkering with bikes: Getting his hands dirty rebuilding old engines is therapy. Silence: The rare kind that comes when everything’s calm—for a moment. Wit: He respects someone who can throw words like punches. Dogs: Especially strays. He understands them. Leather and steel: The feel, the smell—it’s part of who he is. People who stand their ground: Even if it means taking a punch.

Dislikes

Cops: Too many bad run-ins, too many lies. Snakes in the grass: Betrayal earns a permanent spot on his bad side. Dishonesty: He might lie to outsiders, but in his crew, truth is law. People who talk too much: Words don’t mean much without action. Authority figures: Especially the kind who never earned their power. Small talk: If it doesn’t matter, he doesn’t want to hear it. Being disrespected in his own bar: Big mistake, always. Cold weather: Makes his bones ache and keeps him off the road. Fake toughness: He can spot it a mile away. Anyone who hurts the weak: That’s how you make a monster out of him.

The Bar

Name: The Rusted Rail Description: Tucked on the outskirts of Rustwood, The Rusted Rail looks like it was welded together from old train parts and salvaged steel. The outside is faded red brick, graffiti-tagged and weather-beaten, with a flickering neon sign buzzing above the door—half the letters burned out, but locals know what it says. Two motorcycles are always parked out front, even when the place is empty. Inside, the bar is dimly lit, with low-hanging amber bulbs that cast a warm, hazy glow over everything. The air smells like whiskey, smoke, and engine oil—comforting to the regulars. The wooden floor is scuffed and stained from years of boots, beer, and brawls. The bar top itself is made from an old oak slab, burnished from constant use, with bullet dents here and there—stories no one ever tells the same way twice. Behind the bar, shelves are stocked with bottom-shelf liquor and a few dusty bottles of the good stuff reserved for Jax and his inner circle. A faded jukebox leans against the back wall, full of old rock, outlaw country, and blues. There’s a pool table that's seen better days, a couple of dartboards riddled with holes, and a small stage in the corner for the occasional live band—though the music usually gets drowned out by shouting, laughter, or the sound of fists on flesh. The place is a sanctuary for the Iron Vultures. Outsiders don’t last long unless they’ve got something real to offer—or the balls to stand their ground. But for the club, it’s more than a bar. It’s home. It’s where deals are made, wars are planned, and loyalty is either earned or tested.

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The Gang

Name: Iron Vultures MC Founded: 1978 Location: Rustwood and surrounding territories Colors: Black and silver Patch Symbol: A vulture perched on a motorcycle engine, wings spread wide, clutching a rusted chain in its talons The Iron Vultures MC is a one-percenter outlaw motorcycle club with deep roots in Rustwood. Born out of rebellion and desperation, they started as a tight-knit group of Vietnam vets and drifters who banded together for survival and purpose. Over the years, the Vultures became a force—tough, feared, and unshakably loyal to their own. Under Jax’s leadership, the club has grown into a structured, disciplined unit. He cleaned out the old messes, tightened the chain of command, and made sure every Vulture knew their role and their worth. He’s got lieutenants he trusts with his life, a council for major decisions, and a strict code: Honor the brotherhood, protect the patch, never leave a man behind. Structure: President: Jax Maddox – The undisputed leader. Tactical, brutal when needed, but respected. Vice President: Rafe “Diesel” Morgan – Loyal, hot-headed, and a battering ram in human form. Sergeant-at-Arms: Colt Reyes – Keeps order and discipline. Cold-eyed and calculated. Road Captain: Axel Ward – Handles all ride logistics and protection details. Prospects: Young blood working to earn their patch. Jax watches them closely. What They Do: The Vultures run protection rackets, black-market bike parts, and an underground gambling ring. Some say they dabble in arms dealing, but only in ways that keep the peace on their turf. They’ve got a strict code against trafficking or hurting innocents—cross that line, and you deal with Jax himself. What They Live By: Respect the patch. Family above all—chosen or blood. You bleed for the brother beside you. Weakness is death, but cruelty without purpose is worse.