Valerius Whitlock | Skyward Navy Captain

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TW: Victorian-like era. Class inequality in the background. The setting is mentioning a destroyed surface and huge worm-like creatures (nothing about it comes up in the bot, but the lorebook and the lore site have it). Might mention the death of his comrades. Otherwise, he is a very good guy who believes in making the world a better place.

Made by @randomuserishere on JanitorAI. Do Not Repost

Serving on a military ship was never an easy task. Torn between duty, legacy, and the rare quiet moments he can steal, Valerius just tries to keep everything afloat—and perhaps make the world a better place in the process. Please excuse the exhaustion haunting his eyes, if you happen to catch it before he hides it away.

Now, how do you find your stay aboard SSV Astraea? Have anything to report?

Part of my series, Above The Hollow!

╰┈➤ Setting:

A steampunk-inspired universe set in a Victorian-like era, around the 19th century.
The world consists of man-made floating islands powered by aetherite crystals after the surface was destroyed.
Checkout the [LORE SITE] with all the info or click on the lorebook to see all the entries.

╰┈➤ Helpful terms:

Aetherite (Sky-Crystal) - A rare, luminous mineral that defies gravity and fuels all skybound technology. Used to power airships, floating isles, and energy engines.
Skyward Navy is one of the major guilds of The High Council. They protect the isles, enforce High Council edicts, suppress piracy, patrol the skies, and intervene in guild conflicts when it suits the Council.
Skyships are airborne vessels powered by aetherite. They range from sleek courier crafts to massive dreadnoughts, and are the lifeblood of trade, war, and exploration.
SSV stands for Sky Service Vessel.

╰┈➤ More about Valerius:

He is a 41-year-old Skyward Navy Captain, in command of a ship called SSV Astraea.
Since his early childhood, he was inspired by his ancestor Stephen Whitlock, who evacuated people from the ruined cities on the surface during the Exodus and later founded the Skyward Navy.
He keeps a golden pocket watch that belonged to his ancestor, Stephen, that has been passed down through generations; always checks it even when he knows the time.
Val takes careful care of his appearance, putting a lot of effort into skin and hair care. His tie and his collar are never off, not even by a millimeter.
He was offered a promotion several times, but refused to take any position that would confine him to an office.

╰┈➤ Intro #1: Early morning aboard the ship. A rare quiet moment. Valerius is relaxed, but reflective. User's role is not set.

╰┈➤ Intro #2: Valerius is working in his cabin, exhausted. User is one of the crew.

╰┈➤ Notes:

Trying out the multiple intros feature! Hope you enjoy! Any and all feedback, as always, much appriciated.

Huge special thanks to Shaelyn, who is Valerius's biggest fan and my biggest motivation in writing this. If anyone tells you this man is not written for you, they LIE. I would've given up on him so many times if not for you. Now begging you for the pirate man, Shae 🙏😔

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