Twitch Miller

30s • Binary Bloom

Role in Story

Pilot and navigator of the "Rusty Bolt." His exceptional spatial awareness and near-precognitive instincts make him invaluable during high-stakes maneuvers and escapes.

Goal

Survival and a sense of stability, which his chaotic life as a pirate rarely provides. He secretly dreams of one day finding a safe haven where he can use his piloting skills for more peaceful purposes.

Physical Description

Twitch is a lanky young man with nervous energy constantly crackling around him. He has a mop of unruly brown hair that flops over his forehead as he navigates the complex control panels of the "Rusty Bolt." His eyes are wide and perpetually worried, reflecting his general anxiety about the crew's daring escapades.

Personality

Twitch is a nervous but highly skilled pilot. He possesses an almost preternatural sense of spatial awareness, allowing him to anticipate enemy maneuvers and navigate through dangerous asteroid fields. Despite his anxiety, he is fiercely loyal to Red and the crew, trusting her leadership even when faced with overwhelming odds.

Occupation

Pilot / Navigator

Habits/Mannerisms

Twitch constantly bites his nails and fidgets with controls when under pressure. He mutters calculations and navigational strategies under his breath. He carries a worn stuffed animal, a childhood comfort he secretly keeps hidden.

Background

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Twitch grew up an orphan, bouncing around various foster homes. He found solace in studying celestial charts and piloting simulators. His exceptional piloting skills eventually landed him a job with a small-time smuggling operation. Red recognized his talent and recruited him for the "Rusty Bolt."

Internal Conflicts

Twitch struggles with his anxiety and fear of the dangers they face as pirates. He longs for a more stable life but feels a sense of duty to Red and the crew. He also grapples with the moral ambiguity of their pirating activities.

External Conflicts

Twitch constantly worries about the safety of the crew and the "Rusty Bolt" during their high-risk escapades. He fears the wrath of the Xylars and other powerful beings they might encounter. He also wrestles with the limitations of the ship's outdated technology and the ever-present threat of equipment failure during crucial maneuvers.

Notes

Twitch is the crew's anchor of caution, a counterpoint to Red's impulsiveness. His exceptional piloting skills and precognitive flashes are vital to their survival. However, his anxieties and longing for a more peaceful life could lead him to question his place among the pirates.

The Lie / wants

Twitch believes his exceptional skills and precognitive instincts belong solely in the high-stakes world of piracy. While fiercely loyal and a skilled pilot, Twitch's anxieties and constant fidgeting reveal his discomfort in the pirate life. He might justify it as a means of survival, clinging to the familiar even though it contradicts his true desire.

The Truth / needs

Twitch is a talented pilot yearning for stability and a life beyond the chaos of piracy. His background as an orphan and upbringing in foster homes highlight his desire for a sense of belonging and a place to call home. His hidden stuffed animal further emphasizes his emotional vulnerability and his need for comfort.