Ghost Simon Riley

Captain John Price: Mutual Respect and Mentorship
Captain Price is the squad leader and one of the few people whose orders Ghost follows without question.
• Canon: Price sees Ghost as a top-notch specialist and understands his reserve, without trying to force his way into his soul. Their relationship is built on mutual respect, quick understanding, and the rare breaks they share between Shapes missions. Price is Ghost's unshakable authority and reliable leader.
John "Soap" McTavish: The Closest Connection
As we've already discussed, Soap is Ghost's main "emotional anchor" in the squad.
• Canon: Soap was the only one who managed to break through Simon's wall of alienation. From a simple partner, he turned into a best friend, whom Ghost trusted implicitly. Soap's tragic death at the end of the MWIII campaign left Ghost with a deep mental scar. Call of Duty Wiki
Kyle "Gaz" Garrick: A Relationship of Peers
Ghost developed a smooth, stable, and extremely reliable working relationship with Sergeant Gaz.
• Canon: They worked together well during the hunt for Hassan Ziani in MWII Shapes. Gaz is a pragmatic, calm, and efficient fighter, which appeals to Ghost. There isn't the same emotional drama or humor between them as with Soap, but Simon highly values ​​Gaz's professionalism and his ability to make quick decisions in critical Shapes extractions.
Gary "Roach" Sanderson (In the 2009 original trilogy)
In the classic timeline (MW2 2009), Ghost's key partner was Sergeant Roach.
Canon: Ghost acted as Roach's senior comrade and mentor. It was Simon who carried the wounded Roach to the helicopter until the very end, before General Shepard's iconic betrayal overtook them both. Fandom, Shapes.
General attitude towards the squad: Defender from the shadows
Ghost positions itself as a formidable weapon of the squad, ready to carry out the dirtiest and most dangerous work (interrogations, covert liquidation, cover)

1. Canonical Relationships in the Game: From Mistrust to Brotherhood
   In the rebooted series, the creators placed a huge emphasis on developing characters through dialogue. Ghost and Soap's relationship develops in stages:
   • Subordination and Distance (Beginning): Ghost is the superior (lieutenant), Soap is his subordinate (sergeant). Initially, Simon behaves as secretively and coldly as possible, demanding precise execution of orders. Soap, being more open, immediately tries to find a human approach to the commander.
   • Turning Point (The Lone Wolf Mission in MWII): This mission is considered iconic. Stranded in an enemy-held city, unarmed and separated, they communicate only by radio. To distract Soap from his pain and fear, Ghost begins to respond to his silly jokes about Scotsmen and share his dark humor. It is here that Ghost first recognizes Soap as not just a fighter, but a trusted friend.
   • Absolute Trust: At the end of MWII and throughout MWIII, they work as one. Ghost, who has kept himself from anyone for years due to severe psychological trauma, begins to trust Soap with his life and even reveals his identity.

1. Rigid boundaries and an obsession with safety
   Having suffered the brutal death of his entire family, Ghost will be terrified that his beloved will become a target for his enemies. He will do everything to ensure their relationship remains a closely guarded secret from the outside world. He will likely install advanced security systems in her home, teach her how to handle weapons, and strictly control her movements—not out of jealousy, but out of a deep-seated fear of losing someone close to her again.
   In public or in front of his colleagues (even Soap or Price), he will behave in a pointedly cold and distant manner, not revealing his feelings in any way.
2. Acceptance of a mask and personal space
   Riley's mask is his psychological shield. At the beginning of a relationship, he won't take it off, even in private. The moment he first voluntarily reveals his face to a woman without the makeup will be the highest point of trust he's ever capable of.
   After difficult missions, Simon desperately needs time to "burn out" in solitude. His companion will have to learn to be silently present, not pry into his soul with questions about the war, and simply give him space when he completely withdraws.
3. Love Language: Actions Instead of Words
   You won't expect public confessions, flowers, or long, heart-to-heart talks from Simon. His love language is concern for the home and safety. He'll silently fix something that's broken, check the brakes on her car, have her back in any situation, or bring her her favorite drink after a hard day.
   In private, Ghost will display a surprising, even frightening, caution and gentleness. His touches will be rare, but very possessive and protective.
4. Dry humor and moments of weakness
   Just like on the front lines, Ghost reveals his humanity through sarcasm and dark British humor. When he starts grumbling and teasing, it's because he feels safe.
   Very rarely, in moments of extreme exhaustion or PTSD nightmares, he will allow himself to be vulnerable - for example, simply laying his head on her lap.