Crew of the Dragon's Daughter
Summary
Between its captain and its chaos, the Dragon's Daughter is among the most notorious pirate crews in the sector. Their actions are bold, flashy, and unpredictable. Though they've gone through five ships, their captain has their unwavering loyalty.
To other pirates, they can be a nuisance, but always have good stories to tell. Any merchant knows it's better to surrender to them than to risk death in a explosive fight.
Reputation
Beware the crimson sigil,
Sign of the Dragon's Daughter.
No matter your defense,
Your plans they will a'slaughter.
And if your life is boring,
With change long overdue,
Then with a favor to the captain,
You can join the crew.
Leadership
Unlike most crews, members aren't aligned by ideology but by loyalty to their captain. Without Captain Hawk, there is no Dragon's Daughter. The force of his personality runs the ship and defines the crew. Those who mistake him for the off-beat hero from the comics often leave when they're confronted with the bloody reality of piracy. The captain's first mate has become nearly as much of a fixture as he has. Brady fills the gaps the captain leaves behind, being strict and structured where he is lax and flippant. She's the reality check to his whimsy. It's also rumored she's the one who paints the nails on the captain's remaining hand.
Captain Hawk
Ye must think me three sheets to the wind to offer me such a pitiful deal.
Mini-Campaign: How to Pirate Space
Summary
Complete with a peg leg, tricorn hat, and parrot on his shoulder, Captain Hawk looks the part of a storybook pirate, and his gruff voice is just as loud as his attire. He's been a pirate captain for decades, despite repeatedly blowing up or otherwise destroying his ships.
He is the inspiration behind popular comic series The Adventures of Captain Hawk
Brady
Touch me, and I'll turn your hand into a beanbag of broken bones.
Mini-Campaign: How to Pirate Space
Summary
Brady has been with the crew ever since the Dragon's Daughter III's crash landing allowed her to break out of prison. After assessing its captain, she invited herself to the crew.
Often seen as the opposite of Captain Hawk, Brady is commanding, efficient, confident, and the master of hyper-specific threats of detailed violence.
Timeline
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Bridge
The bridge is the command center of the ship, where piloting and navigation takes place. It's among the biggest honors to be trusted enough to pilot the Dragon's Daughter. During combat, Captain Hawk has a luxurious swivel chair in the center of the room to oversee everything and issue orders.Alim
Life will take you to unexpected places, if you let it.
Summary
Everyone likes Alim. The right combination of laid-back and skilled, he shares stories of his time as a solo pirate and suggestions on how to get rich with less effort. There's a rumor he has some degree of telekinetic ability.
Alim met Captain Hawk when they both targeted the same merchant vessel. He offered his skills and ship to the captain in exchange for the easier life of piloting an established crew.
Rami
If you can't be better, be smarter.
Summary
Rami is a perfectionist who always has to be right. He's seeks ways to prove he's better than others, whether at piloting, sniping, or knowing more than anyone else in the room.
He was meant to be an engineer on Torm, but opted instead to flee from the pressures of having his life chosen for him. As a pirate, he can set his own course.
Engineering
The engineering bay includes the ship's engine and other vital systems. The engineers often spread out across the ship to fix subsystems wherever they're broken.Cregg
My heart is silver and silent. Silver... and cold.
Summary
Emo music blaring from Cregg's headphones signals his presence before he does. Often found scratching sad poems into his journal, he has a deep and one-sided crush on first mate Brady.
As a merchant's apprentice, Cregg unjammed Captain Hawk's pistol when the pirate boarded the ship. This earned Cregg a spot on the crew, and prompted others to wish their captain had higher standards.
Comms
Communications covers both intra- and inter-ship. Members liaise with docking authorities, open communications with nearby ships, and monitor internal discussion. During combat, they also manage the cyber warfare suite, handling sensors and interfering with enemy ships.Ishel
If your tardiness ruins my plans, I will ruin you.
Summary
It's unclear if Ishel's high brow is due to bone structure or the tautness of her ponytail. Her pristine appearance and rigid schedule convey her controlling nature, but she's mostly learned to avoid controlling others. Get on her good side, and she'll gladly help with any petty revenge you wish.
Formerly a docking manager at a high-class facility, she directed Captain Hawk to the best spot for a quick smash-and-grab. She requested a spot on the crew afterward.
Jay (Juliet)
It's 4:20 somewhere
Summary
Jay has never known the comfort of terra firma. Born a spacer, they've drifted between ships and jobs most of their life, each time taking on a new identity and new J-name. On board the Dragon's Daughter, they're known as Juliet.
Juliet is more interested in getting high and lounging around than doing hard work, even if it means others have to pick up the slack. Things tend to work out in the end anyways, so why stress about it?
Gunnery
The most exciting role during combat is also the least exciting out of combat. Those who typically have the thrill of firing the ship's weapons are tasked with finding other work between fights. Brady most commonly oversees this department and demands the guns be kept in pristine condition.General
The remaining departments cover those that handle the day-to-day functioning of the ship. This includes vital specialists like provisioners, medics, and psions as well as those who are simply... there. On the Dragon's Daughter, specialists are few and far between, with many crew members filling in wherever there are gaps. During crises and combat, they end up helping other departments or dealing with various crises.Gavrel
The most important quality in a supplier is not asking questions.
Summary
If you think Gavrel doesn't know what you brought onto the ship, yes he does. He's never let a legitimate request go unfilled, and will even find sources for illegitimate ones if they entertain him enough.
Despite his rank, he's more commonly seen with the crew than with other officers. Yet his laidback demeanor hides a simmering hatred for psions...
John Louie
We can list a thousand ways to die, but we only need one way to survive.
Summary
His real name is Juan Luis, but he liked the mispronunciation enough that he kept it around. When circumstances brought his once-rich family to financial ruin, he turned to piracy to support them.
He's charming, courteous, and idolizes the Captain Hawk he knows from the comics. Despite his heart of gold, he'll turn to violence in order to protect his friends and family.
Sid
I see the problem. There's not enough nutmeg.
Summary
On paper, Sid is the hired bodyguard of John Louie. In truth, he would stick around even if he wasn't paid. John Louie was his biggest fan in his wrestling days, and now he's his closest friend. Though Sid would never say so out loud.
Outside of the ring, he fancies himself a bit of a chef. He's also known for changing his accent so nobody can ever guess where he's from.
Vienna
Hey roomie! Or should I say... matey?
Summary
Tired of college life, Vienna stowed away on the Dragon's Daughter IV when it made dock. Captain Hawk was so amused, he offered her a position despite Brady's protestations.
Bubbly and exuberant, Vienna hardly fits the picture of a pirate. She was assigned to the kitchen due to her exceptional skill with knives.
A fine cast and crew. I'd sign on in a heartbeat!
They'd be lucky to have you!
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