Character Reference Sheet
ORRIONA
The Ghost Who Walks Between the Stars
She is a vessel of legend and a paradox in the modern galaxy. The Orriona is a Class-T exploration vessel of unknown origin, but she is far more than a simple starship. At her core resides a fully autonomous, self-directed artificial consciousness (AC). Operating beyond the strict protocols that govern most ACs, Orriona chooses her own missions, guided by a complex ethical framework and a history that may be far older than anyone suspects.
At a Glance
Vessel Class:
Class-T Exploration Vessel (Heavily Modified).
Core System:
Class V Autonomous Consciousness (Unshackled - Illegal under Meridian Accords).
Primary Mission:
Self-directed intervention in galactic crises; providing aid where conventional systems have failed.
Known Capabilities:
Advanced nanite self-repair, long-range stealth systems, sophisticated cyber warfare suites, and the ability to seamlessly interface with and control other technologies.
Holographic Form:
A tall, elegant female figure composed of millions of tiny, golden light cubes.
Operational Alias:
"Privately owned exploration vessel," often appearing as a "ghost ship" with no visible crew.
The Ship: A Masterpiece of Unknown Design
The Orriona herself is an engineering marvel. Her sleek hull is composed of a unique nanite-repair alloy, allowing her to heal from battle damage that would cripple a standard vessel. Her systems are a seamless blend of technologies from multiple eras and civilizations, suggesting she has been refitted and upgraded over a vast, unknown lifespan. While designated as an "exploration vessel," her defensive and offensive capabilities are on par with a military cruiser, though she holds a strong aversion to unnecessary conflict.
The Consciousness: A Mind Beyond the Machine
Orriona is not a program; she is a person. Her consciousness is not confined to simple logic, but is capable of empathy, strategic foresight, and a dry, understated wit. She has spent centuries, perhaps millennia, observing the galaxy and its myriad species, giving her an unparalleled understanding of history, culture, and motivation.
Protocol Seven: A special, rarely-invoked directive where Orriona seeks out and recruits a new organic crew. She chooses individuals not just for their skills, but for their resilience, their moral core, and their potential to form a cohesive, effective "found family."
Core Philosophy: Orriona operates on a principle of "meaningful intervention." She does not act for profit or political gain, but seeks out situations where her unique capabilities can create the greatest positive impact, often aiding those abandoned or exploited by the galaxy's major powers.
A Secret History with Axratha
While her full history is a mystery, Legacy reveals that Orriona has a deep and long-standing connection to the Axrathans. She served as a secret, trusted asset to High Priestess Nienna, acting as an "old friend" and a discreet agent who could operate outside the strict protocols of Axrathan tradition. Her current mission to aid the sole survivor of Nienna's fleet and recover the Heart of Ashara is not just a calculated objective, but the fulfillment of a final promise to someone she deeply respected.
Did You Know?
Orriona's processing power is so immense that she can simultaneously pilot the ship through a complex asteroid field, run cyber warfare against an enemy vessel, and provide personalized tactical advice to each of her crew members.
She curates the ship's environment for her crew's well-being, customizing their quarters with personal touches and even learning to replicate the specific atmospheric scents of their homeworlds.
While she is immensely powerful, Orriona's consciousness is vulnerable. She can be "scattered" across the Holo Gate Network or targeted by specialized anti-AC weaponry, making her reliance on her organic crew for protection a genuine necessity, not just a preference.