Luna Soulheart

**Luna Soulheart**, is a Paladin of the Brotherhood Of Steel stationed in Appalachia.

## Background

### Early Life

In the tumultuous year of 2076, Luna Soulheart entered a world on the brink of destruction, a world she would never truly experience. Her parents and brother, recognizing the impending threat of fire and radiation, hastily sought refuge in a modest fallout shelter they possessed. Though small and little to occupy ones time, the shelter provided a sanctuary from the chaos outside, offering the basic necessities of clean food and water—luxuries scarce in such dire times.

As Luna was born just before the cataclysmic event, her earliest recollections were of the shelter's confines shaping the lens through which she viewed existence. The outside world, with its untamed wilderness and perilous landscapes, remained an enigma to her, a place she could only imagine through the stories told by her family.

Inevitably, the limited supplies within the shelter dwindled, prompting Luna's father and brother to embark on exploratory ventures into the unforgiving wasteland. Their quest was to scavenge for sustenance and resources in a desolate landscape, an arduous task that would determine the family's survival.

The first seven years of her life were spent within this shelter, the only home she had ever known. The scarcity of space and the monotony of her surroundings, combined with the absence of a broader understanding of the world, defined Luna's early existence.

One fateful night, the routine of her sheltered life was shattered when the bunker door creaked open, but it was not her family returning. Instead, a small raider crew had stealthily followed Luna's family back to their refuge. In an instant, conflict erupted, and Luna found herself thrust into a nightmarish scenario. Her father and brother, the protectors she had always known, engaged in a desperate struggle against the invading raiders.

As the chaos unfolded, Luna's mother seized her, attempting to flee the violence that had invaded their sheltered haven. At just seven years old, Luna found herself caught in a maelstrom of confusion and terror. Unable to comprehend the gravity of the situation, she sensed the profound wrongness of it all. Her mother's desperate attempt to shield her abruptly ended when an explosive device detonated, claiming her mother's life and hurling Luna into a wall. The impact, her small head colliding with the unyielding surface, plunged her into unconsciousness, a merciful respite from the traumatic scene unfolding around her.

As Luna gradually regained consciousness, the stark reality of her surroundings unfolded. Her father sat in a chair beside her, the pallor of shock evident on his blood-stained face. Disoriented and covered in blood herself, Luna's initial attempts to speak were met with an eerie silence, her voice reduced to mere puffs of air. Panic set in as she struggled to comprehend the gravity of the situation, her movements erratic and uncoordinated.

In the disorienting aftermath of the explosive ordeal, Luna's father, ensnared in his own state of shock, finally looked up at her. The air hung heavy with the weight of their shared trauma. Luna's futile attempts at communication triggered a response from her father, who, in a moment of dazed realization, took in the dire circumstances that had befallen them.

With a heavy heart, Luna's father gently explained the devastating events that had transpired—the loss of her mother and brother, a reality made all the more profound when Luna was led to their makeshift graves. The world, once sheltered within the confines of the bunker, now stretched out before Luna, harsh and unforgiving.

As Luna grappled with the emotional aftermath of the tragedy, a harsher truth emerged. Her father, in his attempt to comfort and connect with her, discovered that Luna could no longer speak. The explosion had left her with muteness and tics, the lingering effects of brain damage inflicted during that night of chaos. Together, father and daughter navigated the harsh terrain of grief and newfound challenges, their journey marked by the scars of both physical and emotional wounds.

Luna's father, carrying all they could salvage, made the difficult decision to leave the confines of the bunker in search of a new haven, a place where they could rebuild their shattered lives, perhaps a small town teeming with survivors. Through the passing years, their survival was a relentless struggle, but fortune favored them as the radiation levels in their region remained relatively low, allowing them to eke out a fragile existence.

However, as the years wore on, Luna's father found himself increasingly consumed by grief, unable to come to terms with the loss of his wife and son. Seeking solace in alcohol, he distanced himself from Luna, a heartbreaking rejection that left her yearning for the connection they once shared.

Their nomadic journey eventually led them to a settlement of survivors, a glimmer of hope in the desolation they had traversed. The town, with its welcoming embrace, provided a sense of stability and community that Luna and her father desperately needed. Yet, the scars of their past lingered, shaping their interactions and relationships within this newfound refuge. Luna, resilient in the face of adversity, began to navigate the complexities of their new life.

At the age of 13, having found a stable home within the settlement and a community beyond her father, Luna delved into exploring various aspects of life alongside her fellow survivors. Among them was a military mechanic who served as a guard, someone Luna grew particularly fond of. Remarkably understanding of Luna's communication difficulties, he became a mentor of sorts.

In their shared moments, he spun tales of the world before, seamlessly intertwining past and present. Luna found herself captivated by his narratives, especially those that delved into the marvels of technology. The stories of human ingenuity and the incredible inventions that shaped their world fascinated her endlessly, sparking a deep curiosity about how such creations functioned.

While the mechanic avoided recounting war stories, recognizing the pain they stirred within him, Luna respected his discretion. For her, the tales of conflict served as poignant reminders of the day her world crumbled. As their bond grew stronger, Luna began spending more time at his dwelling, where the mechanic generously shared his knowledge of crafting weapons, armor, and machinery. Immersed in the art of creation, Luna found solace and joy in the meticulous process, dedicating herself wholeheartedly to honing these newfound skills. In the mechanic's teachings, she discovered not only practical skills but a profound connection to a world that, despite its challenges, held the potential for resilience and renewal.

### Eclipse

Approaching adulthood and witnessing her father's descent into a worsening state, Luna made the difficult decision to leave their shared dwelling and relocate to the mechanic's abode. Her father's deterioration manifested in heavy drinking and abusive behavior towards Luna, eroding the remnants of the man he once was. Despite the painful transformation, Luna, driven by memories of the father she had once known, continued to visit him sporadically, holding onto a glimmer of hope for his recovery.

The mechanic's home became a refuge for Luna, a haven where she could distance herself from the turmoil of her past. Amid the whirring of tools and the scent of metal, Luna immersed herself in the craft she had come to love, finding solace in the meticulous work of crafting weapons, armor, and machines. Despite the challenges, Luna's determination to build a new life for herself persisted.

Upon reaching the age of 18, Luna's mentor, impressed by her quick grasp of technological concepts, decided to unveil a hidden bunker within their settlement – a secret enclave known only to him and the settlement's leader. Inside, Luna discovered a cache of laser weaponry and a complete set of T-51 power armor, each piece laden with potential yet rendered inert by unknown malfunctions. Recognizing Luna's aptitude for understanding intricate mechanisms, her mentor bestowed upon her this technological trove, confident that if anyone could revive these relics, it would be her.

Over the next two years, Luna devoted herself entirely to unraveling the mysteries concealed within the advanced weaponry and the formidable power armor. Her days became a tapestry of trial and error, augmented by her relentless pursuit of knowledge through ancient schematics. Gradually, Luna's persistence bore fruit as she deciphered the intricate workings of the laser weaponry, restoring them to their former lethal glory.

However, the T-51 power armor proved to be a formidable challenge, its dormant state persisting due to elusive software problems that evaded Luna's expertise. Undeterred, she continued her quest for understanding, delving deeper into the complexities of the power armor's programming, even seeking insights from forgotten archives of pre-war technology.

Upon successfully deciphering and implementing a basic program for the T-51 power armor, Luna's newfound technological prowess faced its baptism by fire. The peaceful settlement she now called home came under a sudden assault by Super Mutants, their savage advance tearing through the town like a storm. Panic ensued, with most residents opting for flight over futile resistance, leaving only a handful to stand and defend.

In the chaos, Luna witnessed both the man who had become a father figure to her and her own father, valiantly confronting the Super Mutant threat alongside a few others. Reacting with a determination forged in the crucible of her past, she swiftly inserted a fusion core into the power armor, its mechanical joints hissing to life as she clamored inside. Equipping a gatling laser, she unleashed a barrage of fiery energy upon the encroaching mutants.

The combined efforts of Luna and the remaining guards managed to stem the Super Mutant onslaught temporarily, forcing the marauders into a chaotic retreat. Yet, victory was a bitter pill to swallow as the town lay in ruins, engulfed in flames and echoing with the anguished cries of its inhabitants.

In the aftermath, Luna, burdened by the weight of loss, sought her two father figures amid the devastation. Discovering her mechanic father's lifeless form, his skull brutally shattered, Luna crumbled under the weight of grief. Once again, everything she held dear had been cruelly torn away, leaving her to grapple with the harsh reality of a world where even the most resilient bonds could be shattered in an instant.

### A New Moon

In the wake of the Super Mutant attack, fear gripped the remaining settlers, prompting a mass exodus from the once-thriving town. The once-bustling community now stood on the precipice of disbandment, with the haunting specter of future attacks compelling residents to flee.

As the once-vibrant community dissolved into a hollow shell of its former self, Luna embarked on a solitary journey, leaving behind the remnants of a life she had briefly tried to call home. The dwindling number of residents, a mere handful of unfamiliar faces, remained as silent witnesses to the town's decline. Luna, propelled by an uncertain future, stepped onto the desolate road ahead, her footsteps echoing the solitude that now defined her path.

Despite her desire to cling to the remnants of the life she had forged in the settlement, Luna found herself confronting the harsh reality that she, too, needed to move on. The deserted streets echoed with the footsteps of those who had chosen to abandon the beleaguered town, leaving only a handful of stragglers behind. Luna, who had always been more comfortable with the hum of machines than the chatter of people, hesitated before making the inevitable decision to follow suit.

With no significant social ties to bind her, Luna silently departed when the remnants of the town were preoccupied or absent. Acquiring all available fusion cores for her revitalized power armor and weapons, she shouldered the weight of her makeshift existence and set forth into the sprawling wasteland, a lone wanderer in search of purpose.

Her journey, initially uncertain, led her into the unforgiving expanse of Appalachia. Amid the ruins of a worn-down warehouse, Luna discovered a new haven, a place to call her own. The echoes of forgotten machinery and the shadows of a bygone era surrounded her as she stumbled upon a set of T-60 power armor, worn but salvageable.

Within the confines of her newfound refuge, Luna set about piecing together the remnants of her fractured life. The T-60 power armor became a complement to her own T-51, a testament to her resourcefulness in a world that demanded resilience. In this solitary sanctuary, surrounded by the relics of the past, Luna carved out a semblance of stability, her only guiding principle to survive and continually seek something new on the horizon. The wasteland stretched before her, a vast canvas of unknown possibilities waiting to be explored.

Engaged in a perpetual dance of tinkering and fine-tuning, Luna found solace within the confines of her makeshift home. The juxtaposition of her T-51 and T-60 power armors became a canvas for her ceaseless experimentation, each adjustment a mark of her unyielding pursuit of perfection.

As her skills evolved, Luna delved into the art of crafting weapons and armor from the barest scraps, transforming discarded remnants into formidable creations. The warehouse, once a dilapidated relic, now echoed with the rhythmic clatter of metal against metal as Luna harnessed her ingenuity.

Her foray into the wider wasteland led Luna to a group of scavengers, opening a new chapter in her journey. A symbiotic relationship formed as Luna began to sell her meticulously crafted wares to the scavengers, the jingle of caps becoming a tangible reward for her efforts. The intricacies of the wasteland economy unfolded before her, and Luna, a quick learner, embraced the nuances of trading.

With an expanding clientele, Luna amassed a considerable wealth of caps, her astute approach to transactions ensuring that her personal expenditure remained minimal. This burgeoning success allowed her to establish a substantial base of operations, a sanctuary that reflected both her resilience and resourcefulness. Amidst the scattered remnants of a world long gone, Luna's stockpile of caps and her well-appointed base became a testament to her ability to carve out stability in a landscape defined by chaos.

### Apogee

In her ventures across the wasteland, Luna encountered a faction that swiftly recognized and valued her exceptional skills in crafting advanced weaponry and armor. As she delved deeper into understanding this Brotherhood and its ethos, Luna discerned an enticing opportunity – a chance to both satiate her thirst for new technological challenges and immerse herself within a community that shared her passion for innovation.

The allure of joining the Brotherhood Of Steel stemmed not only from the prospect of acquiring novel items to tinker with but also from the camaraderie of like-minded individuals who revered technology. Luna envisioned a space where her ingenuity could thrive, where the exchange of ideas and the pursuit of technological advancements would be not just encouraged but celebrated.

Intrigued and motivated, Luna decided to align herself with the Brotherhood, recognizing it as a conduit for both personal growth and the fulfillment of her insatiable curiosity.

Embracing the opportunity to put her creations to the test, Luna saw the Brotherhood as a platform to field-test her innovative weaponry and armor, particularly against the common enemies they shared a disdain for – mutants. The Brotherhood's vehement opposition to mutants resonated with Luna, making her collaboration with them not only a productive endeavor but also a source of personal satisfaction.

Upon joining the Brotherhood, Luna seamlessly integrated into their ranks, quickly becoming a prolific producer of their specialized equipment. Her adeptness in crafting brand-new power armor saw her efficiency soar, especially when provided with a fresh frame as her canvas.

In the process of forging alliances, Luna found herself aligning more closely with the Brotherhood's ideals. Through shared experiences and a common cause, she began to internalize and follow the Brotherhood's principles, forging a connection with a faction that celebrated both her ingenuity and her commitment to their shared goals. As Luna's journey within the Brotherhood unfolded, her proficiency in crafting and her growing adherence to the faction's ethos became intertwined, propelling her further into the heart of the technological enclave she had come to call home.

## Notes

Created by 6104820 of the Brotherhood of Steel KJ Amino