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gridloreCaptain commander of the Rube Goldberg. A native of Derinkuyu, Erim has been gene-modified over several generations to withstand the 2.9 g (28.42mps^2) gravity field of his homeworld.
He is a dwarf, standing only 148cm, but built on a very sturdy frame and is deceptively strong.
Captain Erim is a dedicated, meticulous officer who has risen through the ranks on merit. He is aware of prejudice against "gene freaks" but up until now has depended on his record to shield him.
His one failing is his lack of political awareness. He has simply ignored this on his rise to senior commands and is unprepared for the reality.
Teker Erim is dark in complexion, keeps his hair buzzed close to his scalp, but cultivates a large mustache, that he spends time styling.
Erim is from a very wealthy family, a fact that embarrasses him. He would never think of using his family's influence to get ahead. This has put him at something of an impasse with his father.
Erim had an older sister, Albani, who proceeded him into the Peacekeeper Fleet. She was killed in a border Skirmish with the Dà tiānguó (the Great Celestial Empire.)
Teker begins the book depressed and feeling betrayed. He comes around and decides to make the most of the assignment if for no other reason than to piss off the forces that sent him here.
He is a dwarf, standing only 148cm, but built on a very sturdy frame and is deceptively strong.
Captain Erim is a dedicated, meticulous officer who has risen through the ranks on merit. He is aware of prejudice against "gene freaks" but up until now has depended on his record to shield him.
His one failing is his lack of political awareness. He has simply ignored this on his rise to senior commands and is unprepared for the reality.
Teker Erim is dark in complexion, keeps his hair buzzed close to his scalp, but cultivates a large mustache, that he spends time styling.
Erim is from a very wealthy family, a fact that embarrasses him. He would never think of using his family's influence to get ahead. This has put him at something of an impasse with his father.
Erim had an older sister, Albani, who proceeded him into the Peacekeeper Fleet. She was killed in a border Skirmish with the Dà tiānguó (the Great Celestial Empire.)
Teker begins the book depressed and feeling betrayed. He comes around and decides to make the most of the assignment if for no other reason than to piss off the forces that sent him here.
