Cynthia Fawn and "Queen Mother" (Lancer)

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[Character Status: Not yet played.]

So, I’m gearing up to try out Lancer. I’m a huge fan of the artist that does both Lancer’s art and the web comic Kill 6 Billion Demons. I’ll probably end up running the first module, No Room for a Wallflower, for some friends, but if I can find a game as a player I’ll be excited to use this character (… these characters?).

Cynthia Fawn is an AI Specialist that sees a bit of herself in NHPs (non-human persons, basically Lancer’s version of hyper-advanced AI). She’s formed a somewhat unhealthy family dynamic with Gorgon mech’s SCYLLA-class NHP, who goes by the moniker “Queen Mother.” A little high strung, Cynthia relates to code more than she does people, and lives by the motto “mother knows best.” Queen Mother herself just wants to protect these tiny pustules of flesh that call themselves “ally,” and will do whatever it takes to ensure their safety… whether or not they ask for it.

In gameplay terms, the Gorgon is a defensive mech that disrupts and punishes enemies when they attack adjacent allies. As Cynthia grows in level, she’ll improve Queen Mother’s capabilities with other protective functions from the Dusk Wing, Napoleon, and Saladin mechs.