You can read "The Simsfather, Part II" here.

Vito Scaletta

Maximo Scarpetti

Date of Birth: 1921

Status: Alive

Traits: Loyal, Anxious, Acting Don

Vito’s loyal solider and brother in arms has received a stealthy promotion as the Don has entrusted Max to run the family in his absence. Max agrees even though he may be apprehensive to Vito’s logic behind who orchestrated the hit on the Scaletta Estate.

Against Vito’s wishes (although not directly a fault of Max’s), his wife, Rosa, has become involved in the investigation to unveil the traitor within the family. In addition to his duties as acting don, Max must now smoke out the rat while keeping Rosa and her children at an arm's length of the organization’s business affairs.

Rosa Scaletta née Trapani

Date of Birth: 1925

Status: Alive

Spouse: Vito Scaletta

Traits: Loyal, Alluring, Family-Oriented, Nurturing, Dependable, Uneasy, Galvanized

First Entry

Update

Rather than coiling away in fear or disgust, Rosa is as incensed as her husband regarding the attempt on their lives and has interjected herself in an investigation to unearth the family’s traitor.  On one hand, she ought to think about the safety of herself and her children, On the other hand, you can say that she is doing just that by being proactive in discovering the traitor. Regardless, being surrounded by mafiosi is vastly different from exposing one.

Francesca Scaletta

Senator Milton Bachelor

Date of Birth: 1900

Status: Alive

Traits: Corrupt, Abusive, Arrogant, Wealthy, Uneasy 

First Entry

Update

After a standoffish conversation with Vito in which he insulted Vito’s family, it would appear that Milton has found himself in the pocket of the Scaletta Family. While frequenting the Love Ranch located on the outskirts of Oasis Springs, Milton woke up to the bloodied corpse of his hooker, Gina. Fortunately (or unfortunately) for the senator, the Love Ranch is run by Joe, who was able to contact Bert Alto.

In exchange for their aid, Milton was asked to telephone his office to inform them he would be staying at the Scaletta Estate in the Pinnacles. How he will repay the favor remains to be seen.

Bert Alto

Joe Barbaro

Date of Birth: 1920

Status: Alive

Traits: Captain, Player, Gregarious, Unsettled, Gaudy

First Entry

Update

After being overlooked in favor of Max as acting head of the family, we learn that Joe has been in contact with Fernando De Leon, an underling of Martin Madrazo. For how long?  No one knows. However, it is clear that his connection to the cartel has existed for quite some time. To what extent has he informed on the family’s operations? Is his regretful dialogue at the start of chapter 4 indicative of a redemption arc?

Vincenza Scaletta

Marilyn Monroe

Vincenzo Grosso

Date of Birth: 1911

Status: Alive

Traits: Disgruntled Disillusioned, Abrasive, Hot-headed, Captain

First Entry

Update

After acquiescing to his boss’ demands, Vincenzo was arrested by officers who conveniently raided the meetup with the Simkuza. Foul play? Vito’s chief street boss back in Willow Creek has now been removed from the operations and is now in the hands of the FIB. It’s unlikely that the temperamental capo will be enthused given his reluctance to do business with Kazuki Kazen, who somehow escaped unscathed.

Gus Fring

Martin Madrazo

Born: 1896

Status: Alive

Traits: Cartel leader, Insidious, Manipulative, Domineering

The long-time leader of the Strangerville Cartel has struck a partnership with the Scaletta Family culminating in a massive business venture into the unsettled territory of San Sequoia. A rigid and prideful man, Martin possesses the charisma to allay the concerns of an unseasoned businessman while allowing his vicious reputation to precede him.

Martin has made it apparent that he views Vito more as his protégée as opposed to a partner. His openness displayed at the end of chapter 5 could be a sign of trust in a prosperous future with Vito’s family. But then you have the morbid comparisons embedded within his anecdote. Martin’s true intentions have yet to be revealed; although, I’m sure that is how he wants it to be.

Uncle Po

Date of birth: 1884

Status: Declining health

Traits: Simkuza Chairman, Traditional, Methodical, Shrewd, Stoic

The seemingly immortal chairman of the Simkuza has experienced a sharp decline in health in recent years - or so he claims. As such, he has bequeathed numerous properties to the other outfits almost as if he was executing a will. Po’s political influence played a vital role in securing a governmental partnership between San Sequoia and the underlying outfits of the Commission.

Like Martin, Uncle Po has treated Vito with a fatherly hand, admitting that Vito is “young and full of life” while the former is nearing the end of his. Perhaps their previous conflict and his rapidly declining health has offered to the sagacious leader that business is more important than egotism. Surely, this is a valid possibility rather than a mirage? 

Fernando De Leon

Date of Birth: 1918

Status: Alive

Traits: Underhanded, Smug, Womanizer, Ruthless

A young and upcoming narco, drug trafficking runs in Fernando’s blood as he plyed his trade under his father’s tutelage. His combination of ruthless precision and financial savy attracted the attention of Martin Madrazo under whom he now works. Fernando now controls a large portion of Strangerville’s drug trade as earnings comprise the majority of the region’s income.

In Chapter 4, we hear Fernando phone Joe Barbaro’s home seeking information. Clearly, he has infiltrated Vito’s organization. But just how much operational knowledge has he gained from the bamboozled capo?

Eva Bautista

Date of Birth: 1924

Status: Alive

Traits: Seductive, Femme Fatale, Ambitious, Materialistic

As an associate of the Strangerville Cartel, Eva has quietly made a name for herself working for Fernando De Leon. While she is a capable narco, her true talent lies in her ability to know when to use her physical gifts to her advantage. Just ask her boss, Fernando. Eva is more than a pretty face with curves. 

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You can read "The Simsfather, Part II" here.

Vito Scaletta

Date of Birth: 1923

Status: Alive

Spouse: Rosa Trapani

Traits: Mafia Boss, Cunning, Distant, Manipulative, Visionary

11 years after becoming the “Godfather of Willow Creek”, Vito has moved his family to the upstart Del Sol Valley, where he has expanded the organization into more legitimate ventures, like gambling. This new venture has seen various players emerge - some familiar and some unknown. Vito has embedded himself with key politicians as he tries to purify his criminal empire, a task that he has found to become increasingly more difficult. The tribulations of heading a criminal enterprise has created a chasm between Vito, now a father of three, and the rest of his family, as he morphs into a man unrecognizable from his Part I self. 

With an unprecedented deal on the horizon involving the other outfits within the Commission, Vito has an opportunity to further cement his power and ensure that his family is financially secure for the next generation. The remunerative nature of this deal possesses towering stakes that will change everyone involved. Vito will have to traverse a criminal minefield filled with insidious enemies while keeping his family safe and his business partners and the authorities in Del Sol satisfied.

Rosa Scaletta née Trapani

Date of Birth: 1925

Status: Alive

Spouse: Vito Scaletta

Traits: Loyal, Alluring, Family-Oriented, Nurturing, Dependable, Uneasy

The shapely and enticing Rosa has risen from destitute refugee to one of the wealthiest individuals in America, tending to her husband every step of the way. Her commitment to Vito and her family remains unfazed as the former enhances his power in Del Sol. It helps that she hails from Sicilian lineage which has prepared her to be the rock of her family in any situation. She is totally aware of her husband’s business, yet knows not to get heavily involved. Instead she cares for her children and acts as the main pillar for her husband to lean on when he comes home.

In spite of her loyalty, Rosa’s concern lies in the security of her family’s future. As she and her family get older, will this lifestyle be sustainable? Given her background, she is just as much bound to the vows of the “Family” as actual members of her husband’s organization. Is her blind trust admirable? Or is it foolish?

Francesca Scaletta

Date of Birth: 1927

Status: Alive

Traits: Snooty, Promiscuous, Socialite, Drug Addict 

The youngest Scaletta has drastically transformed from a sheltered teen to a supercilious socialite with a coke habit. Separated from her husband and her two children, Frankie spends her time in nightclubs tantalizing middle-aged men who want nothing more than to spend the night with her. In some cases, she actually obliges, much to the chagrin of her seemingly omniscient older brother.

Since moving to the west coast, Frankie has neglected her mother, husband and children while taking in all that Del Sol has to offer, no pun intended. Her self-destructive behavior may serve as an achilles heal with the FBI, who continuously circle around Vito’s organization. 

Senator Milton Bachelor 

Date of Birth: 1900

Status: Alive

Traits: Corrupt, Abusive, Arrogant, Wealthy 

Grandfather of the young Simis and future great-grandfather of Bella and Michael, Milton Bachelor represents the people of Oasis Springs. An establishment politician, Milton is just as nefarious as the drug traffickers he and his constituents oppose, though he would never admit it. He was targeted by the Scaletta family as their political contact through whom they can make inroads in Del Sol given the Senator’s business acumen and connections. After some staunch negotiations, (simoleons were paid), Milton has continued his tenuous partnership with Vito while maintaining public appearances. He is not exempt from greed, however, as his avariciousness stands to serve as a thorn in Vito’s side. 

Bert Alto

Date of Birth: 1914

Status: Alive

Traits: Ruthless, Creative, Well-Connected, Strategist

Having made his bones as a formidable litigator, Bert spent his early career laundering the dirty money of his brothers, Nick and Alfonso. He was hand-picked by Vito to succeed Leo Galante, who is once again semi-retired and serving on the Commission, as consigliere and attorney. While he possesses influential connections in the world of law enforcement and politics, he is a lesser version of his predecessor in terms of familiarity and criminal prowess, the latter of which is still required as the family navigates the underbelly of Del Sol.

Joe Barbaro

Date of Birth: 1920

Status: Alive

Traits: Captain, Player, Gregarious, Unsettled, Gaudy

Joe has been living comfortably as a captain in the Scaletta family. It would seem that Joe’s violent and verbose temperament is tailor made for a life of crime and ill-gotten gains. Money, power, women - he has it all. However, despite advancements in his career, Joe has slowly begun to feel as though his voice is being minimized as the organization expands. Surely, he is just imagining things? Maybe he is better off indulging in his debaucherous impulses and not over-thinking.

Vincenza Scaletta

Date of Birth: 1901

Status: Alive

Traits: Traditionalist, Hollow, Despondent, Regretful

The matriarch of the Scaletta family has had a tumultuous life. From her arduous teenage years in Sicily to unfruitful years in Willow Creek where she lost her only love to a “drowning”, Vincenza has experienced unfulfillment at every corner. What has further compounded Vincenza’s emptiness is her mafia don son and her promiscuous drug addict daughter. After relentlessly trying to protect Francesca from her son’s influence, she begrudgingly swallowed her pride and accepted her son’s hospitality in order to survive. Now, she lives in an ornate mansion with more material possessions than she ever dreamed to see in her lifetime; yet, she still feels empty. Truth is, she would much rather live in that olden apartment in Willow Creek if it meant that her children lived normal lives. At least she can embrace moments of levity alongside her exuberant grandchildren.

Marilyn Monroe

Date of Birth: 1926

Status: Alive

Traits: Movie Star, Musician, Playful, Flirtacious, Sex Symbol

The legendary model and actress has just hit the big time in Del Sol which has culminated in her services being in high demand. From the early going, she has had her gaze occupied by “the head of the largest crime family in America”. Given her playful nature, it may just be superficial. But given that this is the wild west coast, nothing is guaranteed.

Vincenzo Grosso

Date of Birth: 1911

Status: Alive

Traits: Disgruntled, Abrasive, Hot-headed, Captain

A remnant of the old guard in Willow Creek, Vincenzo was placed in charge of Vito’s operations in Willow Creek, namely gambling and prostitution. He also oversees the family’s partnership with the Simkuza back east, ensuring that drug shipments reach their proper destination. 

After negotiations between Vincenzo’s crew and Kazuki Kasen’s crew deteriorated, Vincenzo has refused to relinquish two rackets (operations) to Kauzki’s control. He feels that such a move would strengthen Chairman Po, who has offered his protection to Kazuki. Much to the dismay of his don, Vincenzo’s defiant attitude stands to disrupt current business dealings between Vito and the Simkuza Chairman, who have since patched up their relationship.

Gus Fring

Status: Alive

Date of Birth: 1906

Traits: Diabolical, Logical, Advisor

Right-hand man to the head of the Strangerville Cartel, Martin Madrazo, Gus visits Vito to inform him that Martin does not object to Vito’s plans to overtake the Excelsior Hotel & Casino.

He gifts Vito an exotic dragon fruit as a symbol of their ongoing partnership. While harmless on its own, it can become fatally toxic when grafted with other tropical fruits. Coincidence?