Status | Alive |
Full Name | Mike Dudley |
Aliases | Duds, Studsly, Dudley |
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Age | 33 |
Pronouns | He/Him |
Nationality | American |
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Played by | MindofFarva |
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Mike Dudley grew up in a neighborhood where trust was rare and loyalty meant everything. From an early age, he learned to cut people off without hesitation if they betrayed or lied to him. His passion for cars developed in his teenage years, where he spent countless hours honing his mechanical skills. This passion, however, pulled him into the criminal underworld, where money, power, and control became as important as speed. As the head of a criminal organization known as , Mike did whatever was necessary to protect it—selling drugs, guns, information, and eliminating any competition that stood in his way. He believed that protecting his “family”—those he considered closest to him—justified the risks he took.
Mike Dudley is a well-known figure from a rough neighborhood. He is a family man who takes care of those close to him and made sure everyone in his community was provided for when the Police Department lost control of the area. His reputation is significant; crossing him could have serious consequences. He is deeply protective of his family, and anyone who disrespects them is in for trouble. There are rumors that he has a crow that is highly informed and that he is close with a group of friends who would back him up in a moment's notice. Due to his past and trust issues, Mike finds it difficult to form close relationships and remains single, feeling that his history keeps him from fully opening up to others. People should be cautious around him, as he is regarded as one of the slickest individuals in the city.
Eventually, seeking a fresh start, Mike decided to leave his criminal life behind. He approached Chief of Police Mr. Winters with valuable information to take down a dangerous criminal, Primo Selirari, in hopes of clearing his name. Though this move improved his standing, it wasn’t enough to fully erase his past. When he moved to Polar, Mike decided to step down from , allowing a trusted individual to take over so he could maintain the appearance of an upstanding citizen. He opened Dudley's Body Shop, channeling his love for cars into a legitimate business. However, despite his efforts to leave his criminal life behind, his old connections and the remnants of his past continue to cast a shadow over his new venture.
Mike is fiercely loyal, often to a fault. His upbringing in a world of betrayal has made him pragmatic and guarded, revealing little about his inner thoughts and feelings to those around him. A perfectionist in all he does, especially in his work, Mike demands excellence from himself and others. He can get so caught up in his work and inner thoughts that he tends to forget to eat. While he’s striving to lead a legitimate life with his business, the thrill of his past still lingers, leaving him restless and always cautious of his old ties pulling him back. He remains deeply protective of his inner circle and, when provoked, can revert to the violent methods of his former life.
1. Danno's Kidnapping: Mike's close friend Danno was kidnapped, drugged, and beaten. This event has triggered old emotions and dark memories for Mike, making it difficult for him to suppress his violent tendencies.
2. Krystal Bidet's Disappearance: Mike has complex feelings about Krystal Bidet, and her sudden disappearance has left him feeling unsettled and upset. This situation further complicates his emotional state and internal conflict.
3. Afterlife Pizza Incident: During a visit to Afterlife Pizza with friends, Mike was consumed by anger over Lil Skrt Skrt damaging his car. In a fit of rage, he grabbed a bat and violently struck Skrt's car, ignoring the pain in his hands. This moment served as a reminder of his past and why he was once respected in the criminal underworld.
4. Struggles with Past Demons: Mike continues to grapple with the remnants of his past life, as dark thoughts and anger resurface more frequently due to recent events. He finds it increasingly challenging to maintain his cover as an upstanding citizen while battling the urge to return to his former ways.
5. Lil Skrt's broken hood: Lil Skrt Skrt came into Dudley’s Body Shop for a repair. After noticing that the hood wasn’t perfectly aligned, Mike, wanting every car to leave in flawless condition, intended to fix it himself. However, when Skrt handed him the keys, Mike impulsively jumped into the car and drove off with it. This action wasn’t born out of malice; it was a reminder of his past—a fleeting thought that he was a man of power, someone who commanded respect and could take what he wanted. It hints at the darker emotions and memories that still linger beneath the surface, challenging his efforts to maintain a legitimate life.
6. Developing Relationship with Mia: Mike has cautiously begun a relationship with Mia, balancing his curiosity about her with his need for control and security. While he’s allowing her into his life, he’s maintaining his boundaries, taking things slowly to gauge her trustworthiness and ensure their connection is genuine. Mike’s walls remain firmly in place, but he’s open to the possibility that Mia might be someone he can let in—on his terms, and at his own pace.