The Protagonist (Arrest of a Stone Buddha)

The unnamed protagonist is the main character of Arrest of a Stone Buddha.
== Biography ==
In November 1976, a solitary contract assassin marks a significant date on his calendar. The game depicts his routine, starting in a Gothic cathedral, where he lethally shoots a praying elderly man. Despite relentless attacks from armed adversaries, the assassin handles them with exceptional skill. Subsequently, he maneuvers through various locations, engaging in mundane activities during breaks between assignments.
The narrative unfolds through a series of assignments. Each mission involves the Protagonist eliminating targets with precision and facing waves of adversaries. Interactions with his informant provide context to the character's detached personality and reliance on his profession to cope with life's monotony.
The Protagonist emerges as a complex character, balancing lethality with a sense of isolation and nihilism. The game explores his reluctance to engage with the world outside his assignments, emphasizing his coping mechanisms, including substance use and transient connections. The character's ultimate trajectory is revealed in the planned suicide, marking a tragic conclusion to his existence.
== Appearance ==
The assassin is portrayed as an Asian man in his late thirties, displaying a well-groomed appearance. His attire typically includes a white shirt, a grey jacket, grey pants, brown shoes, a wristwatch, and occasionally, a long black trench coat and sunglasses.
== Personality ==
The Protagonist embodies a cold, emotionless demeanor, driven by nihilism and a deep-rooted connection to his profession. Dialogues with his informant reflect his laconic and uncaring nature, showcasing his resistance to change and a preference for routine. His disconnected attitude stems from a lack of fulfillment in his mundane life, contrasting sharply with the satisfaction he derives from his assignments.
== Powers and Abilities ==
The assassin possesses remarkable marksmanship and sharpshooting skills, excelling in both long-range and close-quarters combat. His proficiency extends to hand-to-hand combat, strength, driving various vehicles, and an uncanny streak of luck that aids his survival. This supernatural luck is evident in the layout of mission locations, favoring successful completion.
== Trivia ==
*The Protagonist's character draws inspiration from Ah Jong in John Woo's film "The Killer." However, while both are skilled contract killers, the game's Protagonist is characterized by nihilism and a lack of redemption, diverging from Ah Jong's more principled and redemptive nature.