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Lieutenant Commander Aer Feshau-Patton

Name Aer Feshau-Patton

Position Chief Intelligence Officer

Rank Lieutenant Commander

Basic Info
Personality
History

Character Information

Gender		Female
Species		El Aurian
Age		76

Physical Appearance

Height		5' 5"
Weight		115 lbs
Hair Color		Blonde
Eye Color		Light Brown
Physical Description		Aer appears youthful, her features settled somewhere in her late twenties by Human standards—an impression that belies her true age of 76. She stands at 5′ 5″, with a slender, graceful build that moves with quiet purpose rather than overt presence. Her blonde hair is often worn loose or gathered in soft, practical styles, framing a face that is both serene and expressive. Her light brown eyes hold a quiet intensity—deep, thoughtful, and often unsettling to those unused to being so fully observed. There is a stillness to her that draws attention even when she is silent, as though she occupies not just space, but time. Her El Aurian heritage grants her a near-ageless quality—enhanced by flawless skin, delicate features, and a natural elegance often mistaken for formality. She bears a small, spiral tattoo on her ankle, an El Aurian sigil passed down through her maternal line, traditionally worn for protection and good fortune. Aer wears it not as ornamentation, but as a private tether to her ancestry and the long-forgotten streets of El Auria. Her posture is always composed, her presence calm but rarely passive. In uniform, she exudes quiet authority; in private, she is a mirror—reflecting what others bring into her space, whether comfort or unease.

Family

Spouse		Colonel Jack Patton, XO - Faltan Station
Father		Crailo Feshau is one of Kaitos’ most respected and controversial elder statesmen, currently serving on the Grand Council of Elders. A former military strategist born on El Auria well over 1,100 years ago, he fought in the early border conflicts that preceded the Borg invasion and later helped coordinate elements of the Exodus. A staunch Preservationist, Crailo has long argued that Kaitos must remain hidden and self-sufficient, fearing that outside influence could once again endanger their people. He is known for his sharp intellect, rigid sense of duty, and deeply held belief in the sanctity of El Aurian tradition—qualities that have earned him both admiration and criticism. His relationship with Aer is complex: he respects her mind but disapproves of her Starfleet affiliation, viewing it as a gamble with El Auria’s hard-won anonymity. Despite this tension, there is a quiet affection beneath his sternness, and though rarely spoken aloud, his pride in her accomplishments occasionally slips through in Council circles.
Mother		Rari Feshau, now approaching 900 years of age, was born centuries before the fall of El Auria and came of age during its final golden era. A trained agriculturalist and educator, she witnessed the slow political unraveling of the United Alliance and the early signs of Borg encroachment, events that deeply shaped her values of harmony, preservation, and resilience. She now lives in Lan Edhil, tending harmonic gardens and teaching the next generation through seasonal rites and memory-rooted storytelling. Unlike her husband Crailo, Rari has always favoured a more open and emotionally grounded worldview, quietly supporting Aer’s decision to join Starfleet despite the political cost. Her bond with Aer is one of quiet depth and unwavering trust—she remains her daughter’s emotional anchor, offering insight through parable and patience rather than doctrine.
Brother(s)		Appe Feshau (age 423) – The eldest sibling and current Commander of Kaitos 1 Orbital Station, Appe is a traditionalist and military pragmatist through and through. He served during the tail end of the Exodus Skirmishes and sees himself as one of Kaitos’ protectors—firm, disciplined, and utterly loyal to the Council. His relationship with Aer is respectful but strained; he views her decision to join Starfleet as dangerously idealistic and frequently warns her of Federation overreach. Nonetheless, he keeps a quiet watch on her career through official and unofficial channels, and there’s an unspoken protectiveness beneath his formal disapproval. He once referred to Jack Patton as "surprisingly tolerable"—which, from Appe, was high praise. Juni Feshau (age 368) – A Junior Council Member and rising political figure within Kaitos’ Renewalists. Juni is charismatic, eloquent, and far more flexible in his ideology than his older brother or father. He shares a closer bond with Aer than any of her other brothers, having covertly supported her Starfleet application years before it became public. The two exchange encrypted messages regularly, often filled with coded humour and veiled critiques of the Council’s inertia. Juni has political aspirations, but his true ambition lies in bridging the Rift between the Driftborn and the Rooted. Aer trusts him implicitly—but worries that his charm may one day outpace his caution. Talren Feshau (age 301) – A reclusive temporal researcher based on Zestrebos, Kaitos’ second moon. Talren rarely leaves his lab and is considered an eccentric even by El Aurian standards. He studies "memory loops" and the effect of harmonic feedback on long-term emotional recall—a field he claims could revolutionise therapy and intergenerational trauma healing. While not close, Aer has a quiet fondness for him; she often sends him rare data on temporal anomalies from her Starfleet assignments, and he in turn occasionally gifts her cryptically-worded memory crystals that may or may not be functioning properly. The rest of the family finds him utterly baffling. Caen Feshau (age 225) – A pilgrim and philosopher, Caen renounced his family name publicly at 200 to join the Kai’tan Ascendants, a relatively new spiritual movement that believes Kaitos’ survival is the result of divine favour and cosmic alignment. He lives in near-isolation in the Temple Steps of Fenthalas, only returning to A’ransari once every ten years for the Virehn’s Vigil. Caen speaks in parables, avoids technology where possible, and wears handwoven robes marked with chronostone patterns. Though Aer finds his beliefs difficult to follow, she harbours a deep admiration for his authenticity and the gentleness he has never lost. Of all the siblings, Caen is perhaps the most at peace. Yalor Feshau (age 164) – A performer and cultural agitator currently based off-world in a Fringe-sector colony with a large Driftborn population. Yalor uses immersive theatre and spoken-word rituals to confront El Aurian isolationism, colonial trauma, and generational silence. While controversial on Kaitos, he is celebrated in Diaspora enclaves for breathing life into a younger, unfiltered voice of their people. He and Aer share a complicated camaraderie—he sees her as a symbol of compromise with old systems, while she views him as reckless and brilliant in equal measure. Despite their debates, Aer has quietly helped him on more than one occasion—redirecting surveillance, pulling strings, or discreetly intervening when his art veers too close to subversion.
Sister(s)		Tiana Feshau (age 312) – Aer’s eldest sister and a Terraforming Specialist stationed on Kaitos’ third moon, Telani. Tiana is methodical, stoic, and fiercely private. She works closely with the environmental harmonics division, helping shape the moon’s delicate ecology without disrupting its spiritual sanctity. While the two sisters are not emotionally close, there is deep mutual respect—especially in matters of scientific ethics and planetary stewardship. Tiana views Aer’s Starfleet career as noble, if occasionally reckless, and often sends her brief, factual updates—rarely emotional, always precise. Shye Feshau (age 254) – A prominent singer and kinetic artist, Shye is renowned across Kaitos for her emotionally immersive performances. She performs at the Thao Belanore theatres and often appears at Weave ceremonies where music is used to archive communal memories. Of all her siblings, Shye is the one Aer feels closest to. She encouraged Aer’s departure from Kaitos and was one of the few who truly understood her need to live a broader life. Their relationship is filled with shared glances, half-finished jokes, and unspoken understanding. Despite their distance, they remain in regular contact—usually through voice messages laced with music, humour, and gentle teasing. Lirei Feshau (age 196) – The youngest of the Feshau siblings, Lirei is a free-spirited xenobotanist who left Kaitos a century ago to conduct ecological research across independent colonies and fringe worlds. Considered something of a nomad and black sheep within the family, she embraces her Driftborn identity openly and has refused to return to Kaitos, citing the hypocrisy of cultural isolation. Lirei and Aer have a complicated but affectionate bond—both deeply independent, but often clashing over method and philosophy. While Aer channels her rebellion through structure, Lirei thrives in the absence of it. They exchange irregular messages—sometimes fiery debates, sometimes heartfelt reminiscence. Lirei has worked alongside several Federation-aligned scientific teams but has never formally affiliated herself with Starfleet or the Council. Rumour has it she maintains contact with Otle.
Other Family		Eldren Feshau (deceased) – Aer’s paternal grandfather, once a renowned tactical philosopher and author of Lines of Harmonic Defence, a foundational treatise on non-linear warfare. He died during the early stages of the Borg conflict while serving as a senior strategist in the United Alliance’s defence fleet. His name carries immense weight among Preservationists, and his legacy is often invoked—both by Crailo in Council arguments and by Aer in moments of silent defiance. Malirra Feshau (alive, age approx. 1,620) – Aer’s paternal grandmother, residing in Fenthalas. A revered temporal ethicist and semi-retired Council advisor, Malirra remains sharp, fiercely private, and deeply spiritual. She holds strong views on time interference and was once affiliated with the Covenant of Tiree. Aer visits her infrequently, but Malirra has always taken a special interest in her granddaughter’s temporal sensitivity—once telling her, cryptically, “You echo like a skipped thread.” Solirn Vedan (deceased) – Aer’s maternal grandfather, a memorykeeper and sculptor who travelled widely during the early years of the Diaspora. He was responsible for preserving fragments of El Aurian myth and history in crystalline installations now housed in Kaitos' Living Archives. He perished during a pirate ambush while transporting memory crystals off-world, a story Rari rarely speaks of but which Aer uncovered during her academy years. Inathi Vedan (alive, age approx. 980) – Aer’s maternal grandmother, now living in Lua Thelenas, known for her vivid storytelling and irreverent humour. A former choral historian and ritual facilitator, Inathi often performs during The Weave and Pulse Festivals, weaving ancestral memory into musical performance. She adores Aer, frequently reminding her that “duty without song is just silence in a uniform.” She once attempted to seduce a Vulcan ambassador in her youth and still refers to him as “The One Who Frowned.” Delan Feshau – Paternal uncle. A retired geological surveyor and former educator at Caan Shaeras. Known for his eccentric theories on temporal harmonics in planetary crusts and his extensive memory crystal collection. Delan was instrumental in Aer’s early fascination with patterns and planetary systems. Otle Feshau – Cousin. Once a logistics coordinator during the early colonisation of Kaitos, Otle was disavowed by the Council after his involvement in smuggling cultural artefacts off-world—an act many considered a betrayal of El Aurian secrecy. Despite this, Aer maintains a soft spot for him. As children of the Driftborn generation, they shared a similar restlessness and often confided in one another. Though his current whereabouts are unknown, Aer suspects he still operates under an assumed identity in the fringe colonies. She keeps his last known subspace frequency stored privately, unanswered but never deleted. Nerai Telys-Feshau – Aunt by marriage (married to her father’s deceased brother, Myrek). Nerai is a devout member of the Covenant of Tiree, and resides in Fenthalas, where she maintains a shrine and teaches spiritual philosophy. Aer finds her both fascinating and mildly exhausting. Lasha Feshau – Older cousin (age 145), currently a Peacewarden stationed in Lua Thelenas. Known for her quiet discipline and strong Preservationist leanings. Aer and Lasha often find themselves at ideological odds, but share mutual respect—especially around matters of duty and tradition. Tovin Elorai-Feshau – Distant cousin and El Aurian composer. Tovin lives on one of the moons of Andoria in an El Aurian enclave, and is best known for developing harmonic operas designed to be performed in variable gravity. Aer met him only once, but keeps a fragment of his music in a private recording crystal. Velar Crai-Feshau – Great-aunt (over 700 years old), once a respected orator and historian before withdrawing from public life. She now resides in semi-isolation in Lan Edhil, where she is rumoured to be compiling the most comprehensive oral history archive on the El Aurian diaspora. Aer visits her rarely, but carries many of her stories in memory.

Personality & Traits

General Overview		Aer Feshau‑Patton is a study in quiet complexity. At first glance, she presents as serene, composed, and unfailingly diplomatic—an officer who listens more than she speaks, and when she does speak, chooses her words with intention. Beneath that poised exterior lies a deeply observant and emotionally perceptive individual, shaped as much by loss and exile as by wisdom and culture. Like many El Aurians, Aer possesses an uncanny ability to read a room, to sense undercurrents in conversation, and to disarm others through subtle empathy rather than overt authority. She walks through the world with a sense of timelessness—someone who measures moments not just in outcomes, but in echoes. She has little patience for arrogance or short-sightedness, and while she remains respectful, she will not soften the truth if the situation demands clarity. Her honesty is never cruel, but it can be jarring to those unaccustomed to her emotional precision. Though she is rarely ruffled, she feels deeply and privately—often carrying the burdens of others without ever revealing the weight. She has cultivated a sense of emotional discipline not to appear invulnerable, but because she knows that her presence often sets the tone in high-stakes environments. Despite her serious demeanour, Aer possesses a dry wit and a capacity for warmth, particularly with those who earn her trust. She does not chase friendships, but she values them deeply when they are forged. Ultimately, Aer is someone who strives to live in alignment with purpose, harmony, and memory—guided always by the unspoken oath of her people: to listen, to endure, and to protect what matters.
Strengths & Weaknesses		Aer possesses an extraordinary emotional intelligence that sets her apart from most Intelligence Officers. As an El Aurian, she is naturally attuned to the emotional currents of those around her, and her empathic sensitivity—refined through cultural rites like the Listening—allows her to detect subtle shifts in intent, truth, and time. She is calm under pressure, able to defuse volatile situations with quiet authority, and excels at building trust even with the most guarded individuals. Her longevity grants her a broad perspective; she sees patterns where others see chaos, and she has an almost instinctive grasp of the long-term consequences of short-term decisions. Her reputation for precision, discretion, and insight has made her a valuable asset within Starfleet Intelligence, particularly in operations involving diplomacy, temporal instability, or complex sociopolitical dynamics. However, Aer’s strengths are not without cost. Her youthful appearance often leads others to underestimate her experience, requiring her to assert her authority more deliberately than some of her peers. While she is capable of extraordinary patience, she has little tolerance for wilful ignorance or deceit, and her honesty—while well-intentioned—can sometimes come across as abrupt or unfiltered. Her empathic abilities, though subtle, expose her to emotional overload in chaotic environments, and she must be careful not to absorb the trauma of those she interrogates or assists. Additionally, her loyalty is occasionally divided between her cultural heritage and her Starfleet duty. While she is committed to the Federation’s ideals, her ties to Kaitos and its more secretive philosophies can sometimes create internal conflict, especially when transparency is at odds with preservation.
Ambitions		Continue to learn about their new home quadrant, the species within and gather information about them.
Hobbies & Interests		Aer is deeply reflective by nature, and much of her personal time is devoted to quiet, meditative pursuits that allow her to process the emotional complexities of her work. She practises Il’ea-form yoga, a traditional El Aurian discipline that combines movement, breath, and harmonic awareness to bring emotional balance and mental clarity. Her quarters are filled with carefully arranged memory tokens—books, stones, and small crystalline artefacts—each carrying a specific resonance or history. A lifelong lover of stories, she is an avid reader of both ancient El Aurian verse and contemporary Federation literature, with a particular fondness for Earth’s 19th and 20th-century poetry. Music also plays an important role in her life; she plays the Vokari, a stringed El Aurian instrument associated with remembrance and longing, often in the evenings when she needs grounding. Despite her composed and sometimes aloof exterior, Aer enjoys the subtle chaos of social spaces. She often frequents the station’s lounges or observation decks—not to drink heavily, but to listen, to observe, and to anchor herself in the rhythms of communal life. She finds comfort in environments where voices mingle and small truths are shared over quiet laughter. Though few realise it, Aer is a skilled strategic game player and will occasionally indulge in holodeck scenarios designed to test tactical foresight and political negotiation. These simulations serve as both entertainment and a way to keep her mind sharp. Her interests are rarely loud or showy, but they run deep, always tied to memory, resonance, and a quiet desire to understand the hearts of others.

Personal History		Aer Feshau was born in 2322 aboard the Sola’Varnelle, one of the final El Aurian refugee vessels to escape the Borg’s annihilation of El Auria. A child of the Exodus, she spent her early years in transit—among starships, deep-space enclaves, and scattered drifting communities. Her life was steeped in story, loss, and perseverance. Though she was too young to remember the fall of their world, it lingered in every ritual, every silence, and every whispered song shared by her people. Her father, Crailo Feshau, a respected strategist, later became a leading member of the Grand Council of Elders on Kaitos—the hidden world settled by the El Aurian survivors in 2345. Her mother, Rari, a botanist and teacher, provided a gentler, grounding influence. Aer first set foot on Kaitos at the age of 23, and while the planet offered security and beauty, she never truly felt rooted. To her, home was the stars. Educated at Caan Shaeras, Kaitos’ foremost academic city, Aer studied social dynamics, diplomacy, and planetary ethics. She travelled frequently with her father on Council missions, gaining first-hand experience in negotiation, observation, and covert information gathering. By her early fifties, she was already working quietly in the background of diplomatic efforts—listening, advising, and reporting on subtle power shifts within and beyond El Aurian politics. Her personal network extended across multiple sectors, including Federation-aligned trade worlds, Romulan border planets, and neutral outposts in the Beta Quadrant. While Crailo’s loyalty lay with the Preservationists, Aer’s ideology slowly began to align with the Renewalists and the Driftborn, believing their people could no longer hide forever. After her Listening ceremony at age 40—marking her emotional and empathic maturation—Aer broke from expectation and chose a path that would shock many in her circle: she applied to Starfleet Academy, intent on building a bridge between her people and the wider galaxy. She was accepted in 2384, her application quietly endorsed by allies in the Renewalist movement and her mother’s quiet blessing. Despite her age and El Aurian heritage, Aer integrated well among her peers. She approached learning with humility and deep insight, excelling in temporal theory, cultural analysis, and field intelligence training. Her classmates included now-notable officers such as Douglas McLeod and L’Rel, with whom she formed lasting friendships. Upon graduating in 2388, she was assigned to the USS Io as a junior Intelligence Officer with the rank of Ensign. The Io operated along high-tension sectors bordering Romulan and Gorn space, where Aer’s subtle perceptiveness and cultural tact served her well. In 2391, when the ship's Assistant Chief Intelligence Officer was abruptly reassigned, Aer was promoted into the role. Her capacity to analyse behavioural nuance, anticipate unspoken agendas, and manage intelligence logistics saw her promoted to Lieutenant Junior Grade in 2392. During her years aboard the Io, Aer gained a reputation as a quietly formidable analyst—rarely one to shout for attention, but never wrong in her assessments. She served as both interpreter and interrogator, de-escalating volatile situations with precision and gaining insight into temporal anomalies and unstable actors before crises unfolded. In 2395, Aer accepted a transfer to Poseidon Station (SB50) as Chief Intelligence Officer, marking her first official command post. She brought with her years of field experience, along with an impressive reputation for calm under pressure. Her appointment was met with initial scepticism from younger officers, but she quickly earned their respect through fairness, competence, and an almost preternatural sense for unfolding threats. In 2397, Aer led a successful multi-agency operation to expose and capture Keval Trak, a known Breen terrorist cell leader who had eluded Starfleet Intelligence for over a decade. The operation required delicate coordination between multiple factions and posed a considerable risk to the station. Her leadership and sacrifice during the mission earned her promotion to Lieutenant Commander. Shortly after, Aer married Colonel Jack Patton, a Starfleet Marine officer with whom she had grown close during their time on Poseidon Station. In 2398, the pair were jointly reassigned to Faltan Station—he as Executive Officer, and she as Chief Intelligence Officer. There, she continues to manage sensitive intelligence matters involving political unrest, local faction movements, and external threats, while quietly guiding her department with empathy and unshakeable poise. Now aged 76, Aer is still young by El Aurian standards. She is currently four months pregnant with twins, a quiet joy she guards carefully. Her personal history is woven with sorrow and survival, but her future—both for herself and her children—holds the potential to weave new threads into the vast and ancient tapestry of her people.
Service Record		2384 -> 2388 - Starfleet Academy, Sophomore Cadet to Senior 2388 -> 2391 - Assigned to USS Io as Intelligence Officer, rank of Ensign. 2391 -> 2395 - Assigned to the role Assistant Chief Intelligence Officer on USS Io as officer in position leaves. - Promotion to Lieutenant Junior Grade in 2392. 2395 -> 2398 - Transfers to SB50: Poseidon Station as Chief Intelligence Officer and is promoted to a full Lieutenant. - Promoted to Lieutenant Commander in 2397 after successful operation in capturing known Breen terrorist. 2398 -> PRES - Assigned alongside husband to Faltan Station as its Chief Intelligence Officer.