American Dragons

A seasoned detective assigned to a homicide case following a bungled undercover sting to capture Rocco. He discovers a folded origami lotus with the Black Lotus insignia, prompting him to partner with Detective Kim. His approach blends persistence and street-smart deduction as he and Kim chase Shadow across the city. He ultimately faces a dangerous decision in the final standoff, where trust becomes as vital as firepower.

A Seoul-born detective described by Luca's captain as an expert on the Black Lotus Society. She teams with Luca to unravel the assassinations plaguing both Yakuza and Mafia, using her disciplined, cool-headed approach. Shadow's existence haunts her as she pursues the source of the killings. Her resolve and skill complement Luca’s methods in the high-stakes chase.

The mysterious assassin behind the mob killings, known only as Shadow. He orchestrates a plan to ignite a war between the Yakuza and the Mafia and absorb their operations. His actions connect to the detectives’ pasts, making him the central antagonist whose moves keep the pace tense. Shadow operates from the shadows, unseen until the decisive confrontations.

A Yakuza leader who, along with Shadow, is one of the masterminds behind a plan to incite a mob war. He embodies the ruthless, violent aspect of the criminal underworld the detectives must confront. His presence ties the Yakuza to the broader conspiracy behind the killings. He becomes a prime target for Luca and Kim's capture/containment effort.

A Yakuza businessman who is squeezed for information by the detectives to uncover the Black Lotus plot. He represents the networked, transactional side of organized crime. His cooperation or resistance can influence the flow of crucial intel during the investigation.

A Mafia informant who provides crucial information that advances Luca and Kim’s case. His cooperation highlights the uneasy alliances that form in the pursuit of the Black Lotus Society. He becomes a pivot point in identifying Shadow and Rocco’s plan.

The police captain who directs the investigation and frames the procedural approach against the Black Lotus plot. She assesses Kim’s expertise and Luca’s instincts, guiding the team through the crisis. Her leadership anchors the pursuit as the detectives gather leaders and confront Shadow and Rocco.