Triads: The Inside Story

Ho is the newly elected leader of the Hung Hing Gang. He is kind and committed to harmony within the crew, which earns him loyalty but also invites internal challenges. His lenient approach and focus on brotherhood drive his strategic decisions, including countering Coffin Rope and ultimately burning the Hung Hing office to end the triad and return to America.

The aging patriarch of the Hung Hing gang and Ho's father figure. His death during a rival gang fight triggers Ho's succession and sets the stage for the ensuing power struggle. He embodies the honor and legacy that define the gang's code.

The rival gang leader known as Shrimp drives the conflict that culminates in Kwan's ambush. His influence and ruthlessness push Ho to navigate dangerous power dynamics. Shrimp's leadership forces Ho to consider strategy over impulse in the bid to stabilize the underworld.

Head of a rival triad, Coffin Shing becomes the target of Ho's tactics after Coffin Rope's eyebrows are shaved. He orchestrates retaliatory moves, including attempts to kill Shing's family and framing Kong, highlighting the brutal games of revenge in the underworld.

A respected member whose presence tests Ho's leadership. He clashes with Kong during the banquet, representing the tension between old loyalties and new leadership. Shing's stance helps anchor the gang’s internal balance as conflicts unfold.

A senior member who often challenges Ho due to his relative inexperience. Kong's rivalry with Shing and Ho's leadership creates friction within the gang, shaping the dynamics of power and trust. Kong's perspective underscores the difficulties of guiding a divided organization.

A wealthy businessman who collaborates with Ho, using Kong and Shing's rivalry to his advantage. His role shows how external money and influence can steer the direction of the underworld. Boss Chow's involvement highlights the murky links between crime and capital.