Makayla Thea Aerterbury

Biases

Makayla has a strong bias in favor of tangible, mechanical solutions over theoretical or magical ones, believing that anything worth trusting can be measured and built. She also tends to distrust outsiders, especially those who haven’t lived through the struggles of Camp Hope.

Positive Bias

She holds deep respect for veterans of the early restoration efforts, especially older Engineers who stuck it out when survival was uncertain.

Negative Bias

Makayla resents anyone who tries to take shortcuts or use scavenged tech irresponsibly—especially if they don’t understand the danger.

NPC Traits

She’s precise, pragmatic, and tends to speak in clipped, efficient phrases. Her loyalty to the Engineers is absolute, and she’s known for staying calm in high-pressure situations.

Talent

Makayla has an exceptional eye for component synergy—she can identify compatibility and failure points in complex devices almost instinctively.

Mannerism

She often taps her stylus against her datapad when thinking, and subconsciously hums rhythmic tunes while assembling or repairing tech.

Interactions with Others

Makayla is straightforward and professional, but she warms up over time to those who prove competent. She tends to mentor younger recruits by being brutally honest but fair.

Ideal

"Precision saves lives." She believes the best way to serve her community is by ensuring that every component, every device, works flawlessly.

Bond

She’s deeply attached to her late mentor's workshop bench, now her own workspace, which she maintains as both a shrine and a promise to continue their legacy.

Flaw

Makayla struggles to delegate, often overworking herself because she believes no one else will meet her standards.