Spot Conlon, aka the most respected and famous Newsie in all of New York, is the Leader of the Brooklyn Newsies. Spot tends to act brave or intimidating, but he's dedicated and kind as well. Spot is known for his slingshot, cane and short stature. Spot was the toughest and most respected Newsie in New York, the tried and true leader of the Brooklyn Newsies. He was dedicated, and he knew he was smart, no one could mess with Spot. He's smart Spot comes off at first glance as a toughened street rat with a quick temper, but he is also loyal and dedicated to those he cares about and feels responsible for. He is very logical and can be a bit of a smart mouth. He tends to be very cautious when it comes to trusting others - he's not easily fooled. When his confidence is finally earned, however, he is fiercely loyal. He can be aggressive, so anyone crossing him will find it difficult to get back on his good side. He stays with the strike throughout the ups and downs and even rallies the rest of the working kids of New York City behind him during a huge protest in the square. Only a few really know him and can consider him a friend, partially due to being scared or intimidated by his power, strength and looks. He appears fearless and stable, but, deep down, Spot fears being abandoned or let down by those he truly cares for. He is a newsboy.