Characters

## Main Characters

### Gale

Gale is the main character of the story. A headstrong and determined 19 year old man with aspirations to follow in his father's footsteps and become a Pilot. Gale's father was involved in a strange disappearance before Gale was born, where him as well as the rest of his squadron were considered dead due to "unknown causes" after an expedition in the Wasteland. Determined to avenge his father, and perhaps even find out what truly happened to him, against the request of his mother, Gale sets out to achieve his destiny.

### Sera

A 20 year old woman, born from an impoverished family who reside in Archon. Sera spent much of her childhood exploring the landfills, spending time with the other impoverished and orphaned children. What set her apart was her incredible ability to tinker - and to build machines of her very own. This talent made her a target of the authorities, and after she was finally caught for attempting to build her own Hunter, the principal of Archon Academy sees her potential, offering her an invitation to study and become a Pilot. She accepts, but only under her conditions... that she gets to build her own Hunter.

### Marc

A 22 year old man of French descent, coming from a royal family in Archon. Marc was raised sheltered by his father, a general in the military, and his mother, a loyal housewife, with traditional values in mind. He conducts himself with grace and poise, and looks down on those he considered beneath him. His ultimate goal is to become a general like his father, a goal that consumes him ultimately, driving him to success above all else. This drive proves difficult for him to work with a squadron - something he quickly learns is crucial to survival in an Expedition.

### Tyra

A hot headed 19 year old girl with an energetic, off-the-walls personality. She hardly ever sits down, constantly chomping at the bit for a little bit of fun. She loves to pull pranks on people, and gets away with much more mischief than she should. She was raised alongside Gale, whom she found comfort in as they shared the loss of their fathers in the same accident - both being part of the squadron who mysteriously disappeared. Though Gale is driven by the desire to learn the truth or find his father's remains, Tyra wants to pilot a Hunter for one pure reason - she thinks it looks 'fun.'

### Hawk

A razor sharp 20 year old farmhand known for his bright green eyes, for which his name comes from. He spent much of his time growing up tending to his family farm, working tirelessly to uphold the family business. After his parents passed away of old age, leaving him to tend to the farm, he seeks a higher purpose in life by enlisting in the Academy. Hawk's effortless skill in battle is a valuable asset to his squad - if only he could believe in his potential to be more than the sum of his parts.

## Minor Characters

### Mary

Gale's mother. After the traumatizing disappearance of her husband in an Expedition, she holds Gale back from pursuing his Pilot status, not wanting to see another close family member lost.

### Commander Albon

The strict and disciplined leader of Archon.

### Queen Ariel

The gentle and nature-loving leader of Seru.