Hamlin Isaac "Cyclops" Zoller

Hamlin Isaac Zoller is a Skabb-born veteran of the Kalubian Civil War and former high commander-in-chief of the HSCA between 2002 and 2006, as appointed by Joseph Reece Rodenski.

## Life

### Early Life

Hamlin Isaac Zoller was born in a remote village in the region of Skabb. He had a twin sister who died shortly after being born. His mother is unknown, but his father was a trader between the village and a government district.

### Skarred Assault & Adoption (1986)

Hamlin’s village was butchered on March 23rd, 1986, as a powerplay by the Skarred to cut off resources to the government. Hamlin was maimed in the attack, losing an eye, but managed to survive until his rescue by KFAF Special Operations Alfa Squadron. After being evacuated, Hamlin lived briefly on the same military base as Alfa until he was adopted in Herbiv, Kalubio.

### Kalubian Civil War (1988-1998)

*Main article: Kalubian Civil War*

Hamlin enlisted in the KFAF aerial reserves in 1989. He was transferred to the Herbuvian sect for aerial training, after which he was placed a reconnaissance pilot onboard an HSCA space station, under the command of Joseph Rodenski (who arranged, largely through bribery and threatening of others to have Hamlin he rescued back by his side in order to keep him safe). Under Joseph, Hamlin was encouraged to break the mold that his training had to put him in. Hamlin began to view Joseph as a comradely father, almost like the one he had lost during the attack on his village.

As the war dragged on, Hamlin would rise to the challenge and become known as a hero for his rescue efforts in a BBA facility just outside of Kalubio in north Bathole. He would also fight in Operation Jericho, where he would lose his left leg in an explosion but would go on to recover.

### Kikikoa-Kalubio Crisis (2001, 2002)

*Main article: Kalubio-Kikikoa Belinski Crisis*

Hamlin was a member of the covert operations team deployed to assassinate BBA lieutenant Marko Marachkii “Spike” Whiksi in Kikikoa. Following the killing of Whiksi, he was arrested and imprisoned by a corrupt branch of the UKM. Hamlin escaped along with his allies to exact revenge for the death of Katherine Felidow and prevent a BBA resurgence in Kalubio. He also exposed the BBA collusion with UKM General Stefano Belinski, humiliating the Kikikan government and settling for the release of a condemned Joseph Rodenski. After the event, Hamlin would return to Kalubio and be promoted to commander of the HSCA, as per the personal recommendation of Joseph and Kalubian Föcan Reinder Stuhy.

### CIC of HSCA and Mission to Earth (2003-2006)

Hamlin's first active role following his promotion to commander of the HSCA was to attend the Colanexa-Yesua'esnéxa negotiations in Washington D.C, United States of America. After the CIA turns on the Colanexians and launches a global hunt for them, Hamlin joins his allies in an effort to secure the evacuation of hundreds of Kajin researchers-turned-refugees. Ultimately, Hamlin is either confirmed to be killed or is left MIA (presumed dead), depending on the arc.

## Appearance

Hamlin is a red Kalu-blood hedgehog with several razor-like protrusions from his head and back. He is missing his right eye (which he covers with a black eyepatch), and since 1998, his left leg, which he replaces with a robotic prosthetic. Hamlin is broad, and slightly taller than the average Kalu-blood, standing around 1.2 meters. He often wears his tan KFAF uniform shirt with a Kevlar-weave vest underneath, and harnessing equipment and belt overtop.

## Equipment

Hamlin wields a white-accented C7A1 rifle with a green under-barrel targeting laser and an EO holographic optic. His secondary weapon is normally a collapsible SPAS-12 shotgun with spread rounds and a barrel choke. His sidearm is a Donner .357 Magnum revolver, coloured to match his rifle. It was a family gift from his dead father. Hamlin typically uses a dagger-like knife for a melee weapon.

## Personality

Over the series, Hamlin experiences some of the most development and change of any character. He first appears as a threatened, uneasy young recruit simply trying to escape the conflict and hurt of his native country. His experiences with the Kalubian Civil War and the BBA force him to harden and mature, however Joseph frequently keeps him from turning to path of bloodlust that have plagued his own life. He gradually develops his confidence and bravery, going so far as to offer his own life for the success of the Colanexian operations happening on Earth.

While Hamlin doesn't take up Joseph's abrasive humour and dark tendencies, he looks up to his mentor for his determination, selflessness and unrelenting will. He holds most of, if not all of his allies in some high regard for their talents.

## Trivia

-       Hamlin deals with a sort of Oedipus complex towards his mentor, Joseph. He is emotionally attracted to him, but not sexually.

-       Hamlin is gay. He was married before his fateful mission to Earth in 2006. His husband adopted a newborn son and named him Isaac in his memory.

-       Hamlin has an honorary undergraduate degree in computer sciences.

-       Hamlin can competently pilot over a dozen type of vehicles, including fighter jets, space fighters, shuttles, bomber planes, UAV drones, helicopters, gliders, and warships.

-       Hamlin’s primary rifle is a C7A1, the standard-issue rifle for members of the Canadian infantry.

-       Hamlin is interested in Bathole raider and human pirate history, which is why he wears an eyepatch over his missing eye instead of getting a cybernetic.

-       Hamlin designed, constructed and upgraded his own prosthetic legs.