- "You should have stayed in Chicago Scaleri, New York's our turf!"
"Not anymore, we're taking over this town!" - ―Aldo Trapani and James Scaleri[src]
James Scaleri was a underboss of the O'Donnell Mob.
Biography
Younger brother of Ray, James became a Underboss in the Capone mob under Patrick O'Donnell, but he and his brother were eventually arrested.
When they were released, the Scaleris arrived in New York City to avenge their boss who had been killed by Aldo Trapani, under orders from Police sergeant Chris Ferriera. However, Trapani blew up their truck and they died the way they lived - together.
Hit detail
Ray and James is the only double hit target you will face in the game, thus creating the infamous bonus hit condition to kill them at the same time, make sure you prepare explosive weapons to do the job. The Scaleris are not as tough as their Don, Patrick O'Donnell but still have high amount of health and fast recovery time. Although Dynamites and Bombs are stronger, it's more recommended to use Molotovs which explodes instantly since their recovery time may give them time to escape the explosion.
Behind the scenes
- He was portrayed by Chris Robson.
- He has got short black hair but hasn't got facial hair he was unlike his older brother Ray.
- He was one of five hit targets to have their own character model others being Patrick O'Donnell, Ray Scaleri, Pietro Testa and Bobby Marcolini.