Nyton Claymere

A Player Character involved in the YSS Miharu, he is controlled by Nyton.

Nyton's theme can be found here http://www.stlyrics.com/songs/c/chrisdeburgh813/thespiritofman38336.html

Battle Theme: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cRRwe4wGLe4

Epic Struggle: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sFXJnVSGtx4

Currently in aboard the Miharu as the battle for Amaya's Gate continues. He was recently discovered to have been infected with a psionic seed from Melisson. The seed manifested and revealed that Melisson had been listening to everything Nyton encountered and thought after she finally took control of his mind. He was then killed by Hinoto who removed the Memory Recording System from his brain to implant it into a new body. As a result Nyton was restored with full memory of what transpired since his last ST up to the moments of his death.

Although Nyton has been restored he is no longer the same man as before. The revelation of being Melisson's spy and pawn along with his death has left him emotionally unbalanced. His feelings of failure and disappointment along with anger and bloodlust are currently at war within him as he tries to sort things out but has not had the time to do so.

Nyton Claymere is a Nepleslian serving in the Star Army of Yamatai. He is assigned to the YSS Miharu as tactical officer.

Father: Anthony Claymere, age 44

Mother: Celine Claymere, age 38

Grandfather: Thomas Claymere, age 86

Brother: Nellis Claymere, age 11

Sister: Nadine Claymere, age < 1

A tall young man with a well toned muscled body who looks older than his age due to the full head of gray hair. Nyton's hair is always in a military styled cut of a fair length with one shock of hair that falls in front of his face. His eyes are angled, almost hawk like, and have ice blue colored iris. He keeps himself well shaved whenever possible and convenient. His facial expressions are generally neutral although he does show emotion during off duty hours and is more expressive when among those he feels comfortable with. Nyton's skin tone is generally caucasian although he tans easily when exposed to sun for extended periods of time.

Nyton has no natural distinguishing marks only scars from past injuries obtained throughout his life on Nepleslia. There are surgery scars on the left forearm which was replaced with a cybernetic version after an accident destroyed the original organic one. Both eyes have been replaced with cybernetic versions and were made to resemble natural eyes. There is a data port located where the neck and head connect.

Currently Nyton only has the Memory Recorder system installed on his current body. Previously he had all of these augmentations.

Nyton has had the following cybernetic augmentations done to his body:

Modular Eyes: His cybernetic eye sockets have been upgraded to be modular which allows him to easily replace his eyes should his current set be damaged or he wishes to use a different model.

Nyton has two sets of standard eyes with the following functions:

Targeting System: Allows Nyton to focus and track over a dozen items simultaneously without having to directly look at them. The system keeps the item in check and allows him to read every detail. The only limit is that eventually his vision will become so full of targets that he can no longer see.

Target Status Reader: Gives Nyton information on whatever he is targeting such as size, distance, movement speed, threat level, and known critical points in a submenu that can be accessed for further detail.

Substance Analysis Scanner: Detailed information of every known substance is loaded onto the scanner and will upload into another submenu. The information from the target will be broken down to each component found on the target.

Infrared: Gives Nyton the ability to see infrared heat signatures, heat emissions, and heat tracks left behind that may remain absorbed by the substance it was left upon.

Low light: Gives Nyton the ability to see in the dark as though he were wearing night vision goggles but with faster adaptation to light signatures.

Flash Compensation: Prevents blinding caused by bright flashes of light, huge bursts, or explosions. Also functions when using night vision.

Fast Time Machinery Interface: Allows Nyton to connect to an Kessaku system and 'see' through it's sensors as though it was his own vision. This gives him faster response time once the data port is connected to allow him to think commands rather than input them. In theory. This has so far not yet been tested onboard the Miharu.

Remote Spider Spy Orb: A removable eye that allows for remote viewing from afar. The eye detaches from the socket and travels via a small set of four extendable/retractable spider legs. The legs have the ability to climb either via magnetic attraction or metal grips. The spider can climb on walls and ceilings and see all around it via its camera system. It then transmits or records what it sees back to it's point of origin. It has a small internal rechargeable battery to power it and gives it approximately sixty minutes of full use before it must return to 'port' and recharge.

360 vision: A set of sensors have been installed around his head to allow him to see all around him perfectly and use his other optical enhancements in conjunction.

Memory Enhancement Module: Nyton has a Memory Enhancement module installed that allows him to record and save every detail of experiences he encounters so long as the sensory input is available. The module can then store and download the information onto his brain's long term memory so that he can recall everything with perfect photographic memory. Information can also be downloaded into it via an external data port. Memories can be uploaded to provide Nyton with instant emotional boost effects such as adrenaline, endorphins, etc. Several memory strings are stored as such to provide him with such effects. He can also use memories to control certain body functions to a limited extent.

Data Port: The data port allows both upload and download of information to and from Nyton's memory unit. Data that is loaded externally can then be filed and internalized allowing him to add that to his long term memory. It can also be used to send out information from his own memories as data packets.

Internal PSC: A PSC unit has been surgically implanted into Nyton's chest cavity next to his heart. The PSC device is turned on via stimulus from his brain much like any other cybernetic attachment. There is also an emergency protocol that is loaded onto his memory module that activates it should Nyton become incapacitated via psionic attack.

Cybernetic Forearm: The left forearm has been replaced with a metal substitute. It performs similarly to the original but is stronger and more durable than the organic original. The arm can deflect blunt melee strikes and cause blunt damage when used to strike with. The hand can also be used to grip tightly and locked into position like a vise. The arm is sheathed with synthetic flesh to give it a natural appearance although there is some scarring visible on the natural side of his arm which the cover does not hide.

Each system has been shielded to resist small to moderate EMP bursts. The eyes are shielded by closing the eyelids to seal them off from the burst. All other systems have been sealed off. The arm can only resist moderate bursts for a few seconds due to the increased durability the new technology has developed.

Most cybernetics were installed at request. At 15 Nyton had his first set of eyes installed. At 16 he received his first memory enhancement system. At 17 he was forced to have his left forearm replaced after an accidental detonation of a claymore mine destroyed the organic one. The original ADN was installed at age 19. The upgrades and replacements were done at age 20.

Height: 6’2 187.96 cm

Weight: 185 lb 83.9 kg

Nyton is practical, shrewd, and calculating. He tries to think things through before acting, preferring to be prepared for as many variables as possible. Some might think of him as tuned out because when he starts thinking he will have this far away look. Nyton always assumes his ‘thinking’ pose of placing his left hand to his chin and supporting the left elbow with this right hand. Even while in this stage of deep thought his eyes are still aware and keeping track of all that goes on around him. Nyton wants to be the ‘perfect strategist,’ one who is capable of defeating opponents without having to fight them. To this end he constantly studies in the hopes of rising in the ranks to become an officer and qualify for this position. While he displays full confidence in his experience and ability, he still at times will question himself. He’s also terrible at chess which frustrates him to no end since the game is at its core all about strategy.

Nyton deals with people similarly, trying to study and understand a person before becoming more open and friendly. He comes across at first as being cold or uncaring for people, maybe even a little bit of a control freak. But in truth its his comrades and the people around him that he wishes to protect the most. By achieving complete victory with the best planning possible he wants to keep them alive through the dangerous circumstances of battle, without having to sacrifice for the sake of victory. Nyton has no deep prejudices and respects the opposite sex, tending to be tolerant and accepting, even if disagreeing with some people. He deals with people as individuals while trying to analyze as much as he can with whatever is at hand to deduce about someone. He has had several friendships although most of have died to random street violence, crime, or war, same with the very few girlfriends. The deaths of friends and non-immediate family has not jaded him and he will openly mourn a personal loss, or share in the mourning of others once the battle is over. However to maintain his professional appearance he will keep these feelings held in check until the proper time.

While Nyton may not seem aggressive, when he has formulated his plan he goes all out, pouring forth all his energy into seeing things through. During combat Nyton’s face adopts a much colder, more predatory appearance, like that of a hawk about to pounce on its prey. For combat Nyton prefers to use medium assault rifles along with grenades or other explosive delivery systems for crowd suppression. He also enjoys the extra advantage of using terrain and traps if he can manage to prepare them in time. The years of conflict have removed any hesitation towards taking life. Although he would rather avoid the waste of destruction and killing, he enjoys battle and every opportunity to fight. He is aware of his lack of remorse towards enemies and while he accepts this he knows that this is wrong. If not for his intellectual thought processes and his concern for comrades he may well be on his way to being a cold blooded murderer. It is the knowledge of the pain of loss that keeps his restraint and drives him to find a better way. When faced with his own death Nyton has a very calm demeanor and will even make light of it as he tries to find a way to survive. At times of being near death he has believed to have seen the very form of Death itself.

Nyton tries to maintain a professional appearance whenever he is on duty. Off duty he is not as concerned but is hygienic and well kept, preferring casual outfits and only dressing up for occasions. He is not afraid of getting his hands or body dirty but can be a bit of a neat freak in regards to his personal quarters. He is not at all self-conscious about his cyber arm and will even make light of it by retelling the story of his rather humorous mishap involving a claymore mine if anyone asks. A slight quirk of his when wearing a casual long sleeved shirt is to have his right sleeve rolled to the elbow and the left all the way down to his wrist.

Nyton hates cold weather, preferring warmer climates and being comfortable under these conditions where others are not (psychological only, not at all a special ability in any way). His mood is also much lighter and happier when warm, while shifting to down and irritable when cold.

Figuring that the complications behind a military career would be too much stress for any kind of ‘normal’ relationships with women Nyton has decided to wait until he secures his career. Lately however he has begun to warm up to the proposition that perhaps it is possible to entertain romance within the military. It is with much hesitation though as he realizes that he is not very well experienced in the romance department.

Loves: Existential discussions, winning, fighting, cheating death, using weapons and explosives

Likes: Warm weather, sweet things (has a bit of a sweet tooth), warfare, victory, good conversations on history, politics, and strategy

Dislikes: Chess, unthinking people, bad tactics

Hates: Death of loved ones/comrades, cowardice, incompetence in himself and others

Goals: To become the grand strategist of the Empire and achieve a period of true peace. To improve human/neko relations and expand Nepleslian and Nekovalkyrja understanding of each other. To prevent racist decrees like the Species Restriction Act and bring equality. To protect the safety of his immediate family and one day starting a family of his own.

Born and raised in the city of Roger Wilco on Nepleslia, Nyton is the son of a small but well off weapons merchant, Anthony Claymere. Surrounded by weapons of all kinds, Nyton’s father let him practice, becoming familiarized in their ins and outs at a young age. His mother, Celine, is an accomplished slicer and has successfully hacked into various databases to steal data from other small weapons businesses to keep her husband just ahead of the game but not too obvious so as to draw suspicion. Sometimes she even manages to discover where and when the local government plan on dropping its next ‘welfare program gift.’ Using this knowledge Anthony would then prepare the site with traps and claymores to set up a perimeter. Along with his son and some trusted employees, they would ‘field test’ his weapons to hold back the crowd before making off with the loot. It would be these encounters that Nyton would experience the violence of battle and become accustomed to it. Nyton’s grandfather, Thomas, is a full conversion cyborg. He is a veteran of many battles and survived many horrific wounds, he has since retired from a long military career. After retiring he chose to keep his larger combat styled body then a more human looking ’retired’ version. Occasionally he assists his son on his field tests but mostly providing tactical support. He also calls the shots whenever the drop site places them at too much of a disadvantage that an attempt would be too risky.

Nyton grew up in a decent upper middle class household. While aware of the dangers of the streets his home would be a sanctuary from the strife as he grew up. He attended decent schools and did well throughout his youth. Celine raised and cared for him the majority of his childhood. Anthony would offer his support as much as possible even if at a distance at times due to work constraints. Thomas mentored and pushed Nyton's development, molding him as though he were his own son. Thus Thomas has been the greatest influence to his life. For the most part Nyton lived a fairly balanced life with an appreciation for the privileges he was afforded and a sense of responsibility in his pursuits.

One encounter that had a profound affect on him was the death of an old friend Charlie “Chappy” Peterson. Charlie was killed by a junkie in the middle of a drug induced haze which could have been prevented had Nyton shot the man immediately rather than hesitated. Another event revealed was a time when Nyton was a teenager. His father's business owned a warehouse in a region that became controlled by a small violent gang looking to step up. Rather than pay the “protection fees” Anthony decided to take his trusted “security experts” along with Thomas and Nyton and waged a war of extermination. Over the next few days the gang was summarily exterminated until the final gambit. Anthony and his element lured the rest of the gang into a building Nyton laced with explosives. After escaping, a second element was to seal the building and get out. Unfortunately the small five man team was unable to withdraw as planned. The option was presented to either wait for them and risk letting their enemy escape or killing everyone along with their own men. Anthony ordered Nyton to detonate the building. After a few moments hesitation Nyton set off the explosives but not to his liking.

Nyton having been fascinated and experienced with warfare, combat tactics, and weapons decided to enlist in the Star Army of Yamatai to one day become a top ranking strategist. As such he is a freshly enlisted infantry troop full of confidence and looking for a chance to prove himself.

After being redirected from his original first assignment (YSS Destiny), Nyton arrived at Ketsurui Fleetyards to report to the YSS Sakura. Upon arrival he made his first encounter with Taisa Rufus Sydney, a Kohanian named Santo-Juni Zao-Fe Nei, a Nekovalkyrja named Chui Sakura Taji who had a cat tail to match her ears, and another Nekovalkyrja named Fujiko 'Forty Ounce' Takaminamoto, whose nickname was picked up after being found passed out behind a bar.

The crew shared dinner together and got to know each other a bit through conversation. Afterwards though was Nyton's first encounter with the infamous 'Dare Hat Party' which would eventually become an oft repeated tradition aboard the famous starship. The dares would last for several rounds before an alert was sounded calling the Sakura to immediately to battle.

All crewmembers immediately rushed to their stations. The ship then warped to Hoshi No Iori where a new Mishhuvurthyer offensive had emerged. Nyton donned a PHALANX power armor, a armor used by the NDI and shared with Yamatai, before launching along with two Ketsurui Samurai into the battle. The Sakura unleashed several waves of destruction from it's main canons while the PA defended it against enemy pods. During the first round the two Samurai committed themselves to a suicidal charge while Nyton was forced to withdraw. The Sakura then began to make Search and Rescue runs to find survivors of other ships who had escaped destruction. Nyton located several escape pods and soul savior pods before having to fend off a massive attack on the hangar by enemy brain pods. After the skirmish Nyton and Fujiko launched out again, continuing to fight until the fleet was ordered to retreat. Nyton returned to the Sakura but was surprised to find that he was alone. Fujiko had disappeared and was not recovered before the ship arrived at Yamatai.

The crew disembarked and Nyton enjoyed another quiet meal with his crew before the notice came for reassignment.

Due to the imminent threat of the Mishhuverthyar offensive, a battle group was put together to defend the world systems of Tami. The flag ship of this group would be the YSS Mikomi, a Nozomi class vessel lead by Chusa Kestral Bowman. Other crewmembers consisted of a young Yamataian Power Armor prodigy Eve Yamazaki, a Nekovalkyrja Ghi To, a Yamataian from the frozen regions of Ralt named Tom Freeman, and a Yamataian woman Chui Lori Narui. Nyton had been drawn in from the pool of resources that Yamatai had available at the time. After some quick introductions the crew set about deploying the battle fleet towards the planet Tami.

Shortly after its arrival, the fleet registered the arrival of three SMX battlegroups, each more numerous then their own. Despite being horribly outnumbered by at least 3 to 1 the Chusa split his single group to challenge each enemy battlegroup seperately. It was a move that would be remembered by Nyton as the battlegroup soon found itself being summarily wiped out within the first few salvos. The Mikomi too would soon fall victim to the onslaught and was crippled. The damaged ship then fell downward towards Tami and crashed into the planet's jungle before it careened to a halt near the ocean.

Upon realizing their situation the crew quickly got about working towards repair of the ship. Nyton and Eve launched to provide security, determining that the SMX indeed had a presence on Tami. They briefly engaged a small group of Mishhuvurthyar and dispatched them along with encountering another Power Armor pilot, Candide Neka, a Yamataian who had separated from his own ship and been forced to make planetfall. After securing the perimeter Nyton and Eve found a little girl named Haley who had come from the local colony nearby. She had miraculously managed to flee the invading SMX and reported that her home had been overrun. While Bowman and Ghi left the ship to investigate a signal, Nyton and Eve went to go investigate the Mishhu stronghold and try to effect search and rescue for any other survivors.

Nyton and Eve managed to get close to the city without being spotted. They split up and began to investigate separately to get a better clue but there was a strange interference causing their communication to break up. During the investigation Eve encountered a strange new SMX Power Armor that teleported away while Nyton was hit with a mysterious gastrointestinal affliction. The investigation did not last long when nuclear detonations began to occur. Nyton and Eve both fled back to the site where the Mikomi had been. Once they were out of range of the interference they were informed that the Mikomi had been repaired and was in fact above them in near planetary orbit. Eve managed to return first, having a lead on Nyton while the Nepleslian struggled not to get left behind. Nyton used his PHALANX suit's plasma jets as both extra propulsion and to try and make a signal to lock on to, the Mikomi managed to lock a tractor beam on him and rescue him in time to escape the blast.

Once Nyton was aboard he found out that the XO had been incinerated by the flash of a nuclear discharge which had hit closer to the ship. As the acting commander Nyton got about finding out their situation. The NDI had been requested to assist along with the aide of Zero Fleet which had earlier torn through the SMX battlegroups. The nukes had come from the NDI who had gone about wiping out the SMX presence on the planet. The girl they had earlier rescued was traumatized and took some time before Nyton could coax her to go to medical. Once there he found out she had been infected with Mishhu parasites. The damage the parasites had caused was so severe that Haley would not survive. Nyton gave her sedatives in a drink so that she would be unconscious while he Soul Transferred her to a new body. Nyton was in command until Kestral Bowman returned with Ghi To, both alive thanks to being aboard another ship that had crashed on Tami. The other ship had also managed to escape the destruction and rendezvous with the Mikomi.

With the battle resolved the Mikomi limped its way back home to Yamatai where the crew attempted to recover from the horrible battle. Nyton however would immediately find himself drawn elsewhere: Kyoto War College.

The rapid climb in rank made by Nyton had been noticed by Personnel Command. This plus the rate of attrition from the war caused Nyton to be sent to the NCO Academy at the Kyoto War College. This school was intended for fast trackers and careerists who intended to eventually climb into the officer ranks.

Nyton Claymere attended this school and the classes consisted of several leadership courses, basic officer knowledge studies, starship operations, standards, history, etc. The curriculum intended to give the graduates the skills needed to return to their ships as their current rank but with the ability to perform as an officer. Most would be bumped into the Warrant Officer ranks to further gain experience.

During the course Nyton's class was split into several platoons and competed with each other. Some of the exercises required the platoons to work together or directly against. Several exercises were combat simulations along with classroom lessons. The students were a mix of Nekovalkyrja, Geshrin, Yamataian, and Nepelslians who had remained with the Empire after the split. During these courses Nyton would notice a sublime level of animosity towards the Nepleslians from the Nekovalkyrja. Some groups were indifferent but maintained a cold distance from even the Geshrin and Yamataians. It would be here that he began to realize just how different the cultural views and values between people had become. The lack of understanding had gotten very broad.

After several weeks Nyton's platoon would finish the course placing second to a more experienced all Nekovalkyrja group by a narrow margin. The Nekovalkyrja made no effort to conceal their animosity and it was on this sour note that Nyton would leave Kyoto on a brief leave interlude home. By the time he would return to duty he was assigned once again to the [i]YSS Sakura[/i].

Once graduation was completed Nyton returned to the YSS Sakura and was assigned as the ship's Armor Wing Leader. Nyton developed a training program to give the non-combat role associated personnel a better grasp of Armor combat. This was based on his experiences with the previous untrained crew. Real action followed soon after when the ship was deployed to assist in the battle to defend Lor. This was also his first confrontation with the shadowy Black Spiral forces and the now notorious SMX translator and Dark One, Melisson. Nyton accompanied Hanako on an away team that was sent to negotiate with Melisson aboard her own ship. During the meeting he was forced to protect Melisson when one of the members of the Lor group suddenly attacked the Dark One. The results of the meeting were unable to prevent the following battle that occurred. Massive devastation on the planet resulted when the SMX deployed a new weapon system that dropped a planetoid on the surface. In the space conflict he assisted Kosuka, a Ketsurui Samurai, in dispatching a clone of Kotori, Kosuka's daughter. The SMX had created her to sow dissent among the already dissatisfied Lor.

Nyton selected to shift over to the new experimental vessel YSS Miharu. At first he started on developing new stratagems in Armor deployment. As a result of the Species Restriction Act his CO had to adjust his position from Armor Wing leader to Tactical Officer. He had to quickly learn how to man the weapons console. Their first skirmish was against several Mishhu ships in pursuit of refugees from Taiie. While unable to completely destroy the SMX battlegroup they were successful at forcing the enemy to break pursuit and he proved his ability at the tactical console. He scored his first capital ship kill during the battle against a SMX destroyer followed by several smaller phasing scout ships. They managed to save several ships and rescue trapped personnel on one of the scuttled ships.

After the battle, the Miharu took cover in an asteroid field with several refugee ships from Taiie and set up a trap for the Black Spiral. Eventually a Black Spiral Nozomi class vessel arrived. Using the advantage of surprise the Miharu disabled the Nozomi and proceeded to invade the ship. Nyton led the third squad of Daisy Armors to assault a launch bay full of Black Spiral style Mindy Armors as part of a three pronged attack. The battle was hard and almost cost Nyton his head but he was saved by Asher Westwood from the first squad, who arrived just in time to kill the Mindy that was on him. During the battle his cybernetics suffered damage and he lost the use of his arm and one eye. He also lost the use of his legs and was crippled for the remainder of the battle. He would not let the wounds slow him down and was able to continue serving on the bridge despite his condition. The battle ended in the Miharu's favor and they have thus returned to safe port after a crafty deception made possible in part by Nyton's personal intel on the SMX commander Melisson.

During the debrief Nyton Claymere was promoted to Shoi despite the Species Restriction Act. His hard work, along with the recommendations of his commander Kotori Ketsurui, caused several key figures to rethink their position on the SRA.

Nyton Claymere returned home to Nepleslia during the shore leave they were allotted while the Miharu was down for repairs. During this time he received upgrades and repairs to his cybernetics. One of the new features was the 360 degree vision that allowed him to see all around him simultaneously. This required him to endure harsh training to become used to the new perspective before returning to his ship. His grandfather, Thomas, guided Nyton through this. Nyton also gained his proficiency with his collapsible spear while Thomas trained Nyton with the kodachi, imparting him with a style that he claims he learned from someone else.

He also met for the first time his baby sister, Nadine who was born recently. Nyton also shopped for souvenirs for his crewmates. He spent the majority of his time off at home, enjoying a simpler life helping his mother around the house and caring for his younger siblings. Nyton took the time to learn a little bit of cooking, mostly in making his favorite dish of pancakes in the morning. There was also time spent practicing his harmonica and learned how to play an old tune titled Dixie. After leaving Nepleslia he then rejoined his crew for a couple days of relaxation on the beach before returning to the Miharu for further adventure.

While the Miharu ventured into the Southern Nebula to track down Eve they were cut off for two weeks from the rest of the galaxy. The investigation revealed Bowhordia to be a possible hideout but the forces orbiting the planet outnumbered them. As a result they returned home to report and request support. Upon return they found that many things had changed since their departure. During this period a massive upheaval occurred and they learned that Yamatai had not only changed hands of leadership twice but that certain regions had seceded to form the United Outer Colonies. The knowledge that the plague had been manufactured by PNUgen and that Uesu had a hand in it sent Nyton into a barely checked rage which he managed to control until he returned to his quarters. After some research and a discussion with Kotori, he decided to continue following her in the hopes of finding some form of justice.

While in orbit over Yamatai, Nyton accompanied his commander Kotori as both escort and body guard. After pausing to procure more proper attire for their destination they stopped in to visit Kotori's mother, Kosuka. The visit resulted in having the Samurai instructor join the crew along with two of her students.

After being promoted to Taii, Nyton lead the ground assault mission on Bowhordia. The battle was difficult and there were several casualties. He fought hard and learned much during the course of the fight. The mission proved to be successful and he was one of the few members who remained mostly uninjured during the course of the fray. Through his guidance the team was able to defeat hordes of Nekomachina, several Mishhu, and a youngling of Eve herself.

Communication: Nyton is familiar with basic radio operation and procedures and can make transmissions to and receive transmissions from other characters through headsets, starships, power armor, and shuttles in both combat and non-combat conditions. Nyton is fluent in English and Japanese. Nyton can speak and write correctly and efficiently and can write reports, fill forms, issue orders under fire, etc. His experience in combat has proven him to be able to rattle out orders even under extreme duress.

Communication (Telepathy): While he has used telepathic communication to talk to Neko and the Mishhu hatchlings, it is very unrefined. Because he cannot 'encrypt' the messages like Nekovalkyrja he does not find it particularily beneficial and prefers not to use it.

Fighting (Personal): Nyton received hand-to-hand combat training by way of a rigorous training program. Trained both by his grandfather and the Yamatai military system, he is skilled and experienced in combat both in Nepleslia and Yamatai-like conditions, zero-gravity, and especially in urban settings with and without weapons. He is proficient and experienced with energy and projectile pistols/rifles, knives, grenades, anti-personnel explosives, minor demolitions, and setting up traps. While not a demolitions expert, he is skilled at identifying and disarming explosives as well as spotting traps left by opponents. Nyton trained and became proficient in the use and application of a spear and twin kodachi blades that focuses on deflecting attacks with the blades while countering with his legs and other appendages of his body. The most important thing he has learned though is the skill to absorb an opponent's abilities and adapt to them. His own standard fighting is a meshing of various styles and techniques while at the same time possessing no style at all. He will simply use what move seems most appropriate to him at the time. In combat he will move as efficiently as possible to disable/kill an opponent quickly.

Fighting (Knowledge): Due to his studies of history he also familiar with a myriad of ancient weapons and while not proficient would be able to identify them and their use.

Fighting (Power Armor): Nyton is an experienced Power Armor pilot and very skilled at their use. He has fought in many battles in Power Armor and experienced in their tactical applications. Nyton is familiar with all Armor models used by the SAY however due to his height he could only use the simulator trainer for models outside of a PHALANX. As a result he is specialized in all variations of the PHALANX model. The majority of his combat experience is in a PHALANX. He is also capable of fitting in the new DAISY model and has become proficient in that type as well. Nyton designed a melee weapon specifically for the DAISY.

Information Technology: Nyton is capable of operating any computer system that uses the Kessaku OS, found on all Star Army starships. He is experienced in entering and/or searching for information. The research he has done on difficult subjects has made him fairly proficient as an investigator. His basic knowledge of IT also gives him an idea on the theory of hacking systems but not the means to do so since he does not have the programming skill.

Mathematics: Nyton received basic mathematics training, to including up to algebra and trigonometry.

Knowledge: Nyton has a profound interest in the history of different races, planets, civilizations, with a strong leaning towards military and tactics. He enjoys discussing strategy and admires historical figures who pursued tactics of total victory with the least waste or loss of personnel and resources. There is an ancient manifest that he has only heard of but is supposed to contain the guidelines written by the greatest strategist ever which he wants to find and possess.

Humanities: Nyton has studied varying facets psychology, sociology, anthropology, diplomacy, and philosophy. This was done as a result of his interest in military tactics. One of the principles he follows is that of understanding his enemies so that he may better find a means to better defeat them. The various people he has met have also contributed to this knowledge base.

Survival: Nyton has had training in survival practices such as finding water, land navigation, shelter construction, hunting, signaling, camouflage. He has had actual combat experience in jungles, space, cities, and atmospheric space.

Military: Nyton is familiar with the regulations and discipline of a professional soldier. The experience of his career as well as those of his family have given him much to live by. As an officer he is responsible for setting and maintaining the example, as well as correcting and fixing any discrepancies and unprofessional behavior.

Leadership: Nyton has had formal leadership training at the NCO academy on Kyoto. He has also taken advance courses on officer leadership theory and application. He is experienced in organizing and leading enlisted soldiers. As a fully comissioned officer he is also experienced on how a ship is run and the duties of the crew. In combat he has led Armor pilots as wing and squad leader.

Entertainment (Training): Nyton has learned how to use the harmonica a little better and can now play out a few simple tunes. He can play a good rendition of 'Dixie.'

Domestic: His experiences with his family has given him some basic understanding to running a domestic household such as food preparation, cleaning, and child care. Since he enjoys waking early his food specialty leans towards making breakfast.

Domestic (Training): Nyton has learned more about the theory and application of washing and care for women's hair and had the opportunity to put this into practice.

Uniforms

2 Star Army uniforms, Midnight Blue for Armor Pilots

2 jackets, blue, with appropriate panel colors

with “Hinomaru” patch on right arm, fleet patch on left arm

2 cotton undershirts, light blue

2 pair pants, light blue

1 belt, black (for pants)

1 pair leather gloves, dark gray

1 pair leather boots, dark gray

1 pistol belt, leather, dark gray, with holster for Type 28 NSP

Weather Uniform

1 black tricorner hat, thick felt with red border

1 black overcoat, calf length

Uniform accessories

1 Rank Pin, Santô Hei

1 Rank Pin, Joto Hei

1 Rank Pin, Nito Heisho

1 Rank Pin, Master Sergeant

1 Rank Pin, Sergeant Major

1 Rank Pin, Santo Juni

1 Rank Pin, Nito Juni

1 Rank Pin, Shoi

1 Rank Pin, Taii

Civilian and workout clothing

1 yukata (cotton robe), white, with Star Army of Yamatai Hinomaru logo print

1 black sash for yukata

2 black bikini swimsuit bottom with Star Army of Yamatai logo on left leg

2 black T-shirts with pocket on left breast

1 pair black sandals

Undergarments

4 black cotton briefs

4 pair of black boot socks

Ketsurui Zaibatsu Type 28A Nekovalkyrja Service Pistol

with 2 additional BR-28A Battery Magazines

Survival knife, solid diamond with rubberized grip and lanyard

with black leather sheath with loop and clips for belt attachment

Wooden Medal Case, velvet interior, engraved with Star Army logo on top containing:

War Medal

Mishhuvurthyar War - Battle of Hoshi no Iori, YE 28

Service Award: 1

Defense of Hoshi no Iori, YE 28

Combat Award: 1

Combat Versus SMX pods, Battle of Hoshi no Iori, YE 28

Service Award

Completed Mission to protect Tami.

Combat Award

Versus Mishhuvurthyar

Exploration Award Tsuyosa star system

Notable Career Award Service from YE 28 to YE 29

Secret Ops Award

Service Award For serving aboard the YSS Miharu on her first mission

Starship Award For service aboard the YSS Sakura, YSS Mikomi and the YSS Miharu.

Survival Award For the YSS Miharu's successful escape from Taiie.

Tomoyo's Kikyô Ribbon For scalar burns sustained from the SS Meng Po's defenders.

Training Award For passing the qualification course to use the M6 Daisy Power Armor

War Medallion For participation during the YE 29 Mishhuvurthyar Conflict

1 bottle of shampoo

1 bottle liquid body soap

1 toothbrush and tube of toothpaste

2 washcloths, white

2 towels, large, white

Electronics

Electronic Money Card

Various books on military history, standards, strategies, etc

Comm Coin

Personalized GP-12a (gift from family)

Carrying case for GP-12a with encoded locking mechanism

5 sets of casual shirt/pants

2 sets of more formal or 'nice' shirt/pants

Expended claymore kept as souvenir from his 'incident'

Waterproof Notepad/Pen set

Personalized Travel Duffelbag

Personalized Shoulder bag

1 stylish leather jacket

1 decent quality harmonica

1 beginners book on how to self-teach and play harmonica

1 collapsible spear with one snap quick extension

1 pair of kodachi blades with matching sheathes

1 pair of thin leather gloves

1 fedora styled hat

1 small book containing photos of his family on Nepleslia

1 set of cybernetic maintenance tools

1 extra set of his 'standard' cybernetic eyes

2 Spider Spy Orb eyes

1 Fast Time Machinery Interface eye