Dr Arbo Star-Seeker

Captain Doctor **Arbo Star-Seeker** is a Floran Specialist Medic and a member of the player party. He currently serves as the Chief Medical Officer and later, the Executive Officer of the SS Eastwood and is a member of TASKFORCE.

## Background

Arbo Star-Seeker was born on the Floran homeworld of Endymion III sometime before 2106. Having an early fascination with insect and plantlife, Arbo believes that their "eco-system is a key microcosm for the world and natural order". He collects and studies these creatures as a hobby, and aims to study them and eventually utilise them for medical purposes.

An extremely curious Floran from a young age, Arbo always desired to move beyond the stars to his next adventure, hence his name 'Star-Seeker'. After meeting Union Anthropologist Raymond Roster, Arbo was inspired to travel to Earth and join the Union military, where he studied entomology.

After spending some time on the Kesshyk homeworld, Arbo gained a respect and fascination with their culture, and greatly enjoys visiting when he is not busy. Following several deployments during his studies, Arbo eventually completed his PhD in entomology and medicine on Earth, and was granted the rank of Lieutenant Junior Grade, as a Junior Doctor.

## Appearance

Arbo is a tall male Floran, standing at over 7"0. He is of a medium to large build, with large black eyes and a chiseled mouth. He has pale green skin, and wild blue hair that stands upwards on end.

In his day-to-day life, Arbo elects to wear a doctor's outfit, usually consisting of a lab coat or anything close to that. When one is not available, Arbo wears a simple green t-shirt and trousers.

## Personality

Arbo is an intelligent man, with a wealth of knowledge of the insects of the galaxy and their eco-systems. He enjoys discussing this topic with anyone that is willing, and will often provide insight into insects to other members of the party, even using them in anecdotes. He often remarks himself as 'An Academic' when citing his combat capabilities or making his intelligence known. He does not stray into arrogance however, and does remain humble even in the presence of those with a lower than average intelligence.

Arbo is a respectful man with a calm demeanor. He shows respect to his allies, and they in turn respect him. He rarely gets emotional, and provides cold reason when others are in distress. He has a good bedside manner with his patients, and will do his best to save them no matter who they are. He is a pacifist at heart, and will always try to protect life no matter the cost, although he has been known to kill on extreme occasions, although he will feel great guilt about it.

Although an academic at heart, Arbo has a good authority and command ability behind him. He serves as the Executive Officer aboard the Eastwood, and is respected by others for his command ability. Although unsure of himself at times, he can require reassurance by others.

Arbo is most comfortable surrounded by research notes and books, and does not often seek conversation with others unless it is about insects. He prefers his own company most of the time, although he does not mind if someone wishes to talk with him.

## Relationships

### **Arthur Steele**

Dr Arbo has a great deal of respect for Arthur Steele, and he in turn has a great deal of respect for Arbo. They bonded over their mutual military careers and above average intelligence. They have come to rely on each other both on the battlefield and on the bridge, and consider each other friends. When Steele was named the Eastwood's commanding officer, Arbo immediately fell into line and followed his orders. However, Arbo showing a good level of authority, was appointed as Executive Officer under Steele. Arbo has tried to do his best for Steele as his First Officer, and dutifully serves in his absense. Although, he does tend to rely on Steele for the final decisions.

### **Petra**

Arbo sees Petra as a friend, although the two don't interact much, due to Arbo's reclusive nature. They have worked together before on a number of occasions. Arbo did however, feel some anger towards Petra and Steele for their role in the death of the Solar Chysalys hatchling affectionally called Huckleberry by H0W-D33, as he does not enjoy witnessing the death of creatures, especially insects. He has since forgiven Petra for her role in this, and the two continue to work well together.

### **Calliamarianna**

Arbo respects Calli as a fellow scientist, although they have differing fields. Arbo enjoys telling Calli about entomology, and enjoys hearing about astronomy from her. The two work well together in the field and on the bridge and have formed a friendship.

### **Benjamin Del Rio**

Arbo has a great respect for Benjamin Del Rio as a senior officer in the Navy. He respects his authority, and will defer to him if he needs advice from him while in command. He has sympathy for what he is going through, and has offered to help him with his neurological condition, which Del Rio has appreciated.

### **Raymond Roster**

Raymond Roster was a great inspiration to Arbo, being his first encounter with someone from a different planet. He inspired Arbo to travel beyond Endymion III and enlist in the Union Military, to further his studies and see the stars. The two have swapped knowledge and formed a good friendship.

## Character information

### **Notable Items**

#### **Current items**

* Medical Equipment
* Medical Supplies

## Trivia

* Arbo has the highest wisdom score of any player character thus far.
* Arbo has the lowest armour class of the party so far and he has the lowest initiative so far.
* Arbo is the only Lawful Good member of the party.
* Arbo, along with Steele, are the only player characters to have a military ranking in the Galactic Union Military.