Character Cast and World-Building
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An aspiring marine biologist in her sophomore year of high school. While she is very studious and active in the preservation of her local coast, she also has a goofy side. She has a tough time opening up to others about more serious, personal topics. |
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Harlowe’s best friends, and fellow scientists-in-training – Bailey has a strong interest in physical oceanography, and Jake is into marine botany. |
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Harlowe’s parents, who are still adapting to having two kids in college and one yet to go. Winnie works as a medical records clerk, Brad is currently unemployed. |
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The current commander aboard the warship Empyrean, he oversees the crew with a stern presence. While he may be strict and intimidating to his soldiers, he is considerably softer with his teenager daughter, Frances. |
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The daughter of Commander Christoph, and seemingly the only non-crew member aboard his warship. Why she is along on the voyage is unknown, but she seems to have a particular interest in Harlowe and her origins. |
