Murati Nakara

"Um, the history of all hitherto existing society is the history of class struggle! Freeman and slave, patrician and plebeian, lord and serf, guild-master and journeyman, um, they always stood in opposition! And that fight, uh, it’s now open!"

- Murati Nakara, in her introduction to the officers of the Brigand

Murati Nakara is a 29-year-old Senior Lieutenant in the Labor Union of Ferris, Lyser and Solstice. She is currently serving onboard the UNX-001 Brigand as its First Officer and Diver Leader. In combat situations, she was formerly the pilot of the ISU-100 Cheka, and now pilots Solarflare LLC's Agni.

Appearance
Murati is a transgender butch woman in her thirties. She is described as having brown skin, and shoulder-length brown hair. She occasionally uses glasses to read.

Personality
Murati is straightforward, earnest, and studious. She is a strong believer in the ideals of the Union and has made it her life's mission to protect it by fighting its enemies as a soldier.

Background
Prior to the start of the story, Murati made five separate petitions to be given command of a ship. While she was technically allowed unlimited petitions under the rules of the Union military, she noted that she made a poor impression on several residents of Thassal Station, who considered this behavior of waste of time.

Abilities
Murati is extensively read in both military and political theory. She has a specific interest in the history of the Imbrian Empire, which she regards as the ultimate enemy of the Union.

Relationships
• Karuniya Maharapratham, Murati is married to her.

Trivia
Murati's interests include reading, electronic music, and reading electronic BBSes.