Great work on the part of  PriestofJashin, whom I was more than happy to work with once again. The results speak for themselves!

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Captain Valek Vladmiss quickly became one of the most decorated officers in what remained of the SSO after the first days of the war on Nadeya. His value of life on the battlefield and keen command instincts earned him the undying respect of his crew, through which he saw many decisive victories. Knowing where his true talents resided, as well as the daunting task set before him of restoring the cosmos to the peace it had once enjoyed, Valek never doubted that his ship might one day be his tomb. Though Valkiro had assured him years ago that he would always be protected under his brother's scope, nothing ever made Valek feel safer than the sight of Feema, the one he loved. In light of Feema's protection, his service aboard the Ferrovix hardly felt like a high price to pay.