He provided [[Conn Thompson]] with a cigar prior to him being exiled from [[The First World]], which contained a metal chip similar to that given to [[Alek]] by the [[Brownshirt]]s. While this may have been in return for [[Conn Thompson]] helping him handle an issue with his mother, it would appear he has ulterior motives, as he has continued to assist [[Conn Thompson]] even after his return to [[The First World]] from [[Teskoy Prison]] and exile, and unlike the typical residents of [[The First World]], he does appear to be concerned with [[The Crushing Fist]] and the survival of the people outside the [[Inner Shield]].
Ethan was able to successfully escape [[The First World]] prior to its destruction. Thanks to his assistance and willingness to try to help fight [[The Crushing Fist]] rather than succumb to apathy like so many other inhabitants of [[The First World]], [[Conn Thompson]] now considers Ethan to be a friend, calling him "Buddy".
Traits:
Rich and influential, also smokes cigars. Associates with other rich and influential individuals. Described Initially described as an asshole by [[Conn Thompson]], his bodyguard. Does not demonstrate the typical apathetic traits of an inhabitant of [[The First World]], demonstrating his willingness to try and help fight [[The Crushing Fist]] where possible.