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(This is the Captain concept as it appeared in the first incarnation of the Third Fansus. The current one may be seen [[The_Captain|here.]])
The Captain is highly neutral and simple Hour. While he holds a few secrets, none are harmful, nor a bother or regret to learn of. He is the Hour of discovery, also associated with wisdom and calm/peace to lesser degrees. The Captain's signature ability is being able to travel anywhere and anywhen. Personality-wise, this Hour is fond of complex plans and prestige and follows exclusively his own moral code. He loves nothing more than a grandiose presentation and a positive outcome. He is a pacifist and does not oppose or work against any being, with perhaps one exception. No matter who you are, how the Captain views you depends entirely on his own judgement, but you have nothing to fear from this Hour, who refuses to fight, or even strike back if assailed. The Captain is always considerate and willing to assist those who ask. You might find the Captain offering advice, doing favors, serving other influential Hours, or perhaps pulling the strings of something grander, though he's probably doing it for your own good.
==Description==
===History===
A simple journey, thought the man, not knowing that his life had been cast away to a [[The_Gilded_InsectThe_Gilded_Insect_(Original)|scuttling deceiver]]. The waters became endless and the continents shifted every day. One morning, he would disembark on a new world - the next, he would be back on his vessel, no choice but to venture once more. Under the eyes of Hours unknown, it took the man decades to realize the supernatural nature of his toil. His unhinged dedication to breaking free lead to unparalleled exploration and mastery of the unseen laws and unspoken stories of the universe, especially those of the Glory-Light. After a hundred lifetimes, there came a day when the man simply dove into the ocean, only to emerge from a pool in the Mansus.
The Pathmaker has been to the most wonderful and most inhospitable of places, caring very little about obstacles or laws, but also not hindering anyone. Since his ascension, he has spent an immeasurable amount of time gazing and intruding into the past, and is thus technically one of the oldest Hours. Going by time spent in the present, however, he is among the newest.
“There’s far more than one culprit, but I could tell you who I think is most responsible - The Hill-Queen and the Golden Insect, those bags of lard..."
==Relationships==
* [[The FirstbornFirstborn_(Original)]]: An old acquaintance. The Captain may often advise him. The two argue often, and he refuses to partake in the more wrathful or carnal activities. This aside, The Zephyr maintains a friendly relation with the Firstborn.* [[The PiperPiper_(Original)]]: Views him as a kindred spirit - a friend and a rival he’s proud to have. Though he feels differently about the Wassail, he sets this aside and embraces the Piper as someone he can talk to freely.* [[The_Weft|The WeftWeft_(Original)]] & [[The_Warp|The WarpWarp_(Original)]]: He is quite loyal to the two, believing they did the right thing. Though he doesn’t serve them directly, favors are not unheard of.* [[The DistinguishedDistinguished_(Original)]]: ''Was it worth it? It's not my decision to make. I hope that it was.''* [[The Prince ConsortConsort_(Original)]]: ''You must have many stories to tell...''* [[The Hill-QueenQueen_(Original)]]: ''I’ll know the atrocities you’re hiding, one day.''* [[The TessellateTessellate_(Original)]]: Genius mind and good company.* [[The SolemnSolemn_(Original)]]: The Captain is a silent supporter and occasional helper.* [[Brother GrimalkinGrimalkin_(Original)]]: Vile, but also cute and not too unplesant.* [[Abbess SunsetSunset_(Original)]]: ''You are more than a weapon.''* [[The Skinner BoxBox_(Original)]]: ''Watch where you tread, and call if you need me.''* [[The StillwaterStillwater_(Original)]]: The Captain had to resist the Stillwater's calling in order to finally ascend. He has a deep hatred towards it, but also respects it slightly.* [[The Heart-Felt FantasyFantasy_(Original)]]: Wonderful in all regards.* [[The Gilded InsectInsect_(Original)]]: Harbors an intense, murderous rage towards him, and thus avoids him, because he refuses to even consider such violence. Very peculiar for someone as peaceful as the Captain.* [[The MechanismMechanism_(Original)]]: A useful tool, but one that makes light of its users.
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* [[The World-CarverCarver_(Original)]]: ''Your endeavor is foolhardy, but I wish you good luck and hope for the best.''* [[The EyeEye_(Original)]]: He’s passed some of its harrowing trials in the past. Approves of the tests it gives those it gazes upon, perhaps out of nostalgia... * [[The ReminisceReminisce_(Original)]]: ''You are more than the past.''* [[The Millions-Upon-MillionsMillions_(Original)]]: Everything that the Stillwater isn’t. One of the Zephyr’s most-respected hours.* [[The FruitbatFruitbat_(Original)]]: ''You are also an explorer, though a different kind.''* [[The Blight-AbidingAbiding_(Original)]]: ''Misunderstood and unsociable. Time heals all wounds. Surely time spent with good company will heal the Aubade.''* [[The CantharideCantharide_(Original)]]: Sometimes a great friend. Sometimes a madwoman.* [[The WeaveWeave_(Original)]]: ''What a pity, though I understand why she had to go.''* [[The SockpuppetSockpuppet_(Original)]]: Eager students are welcomed and very appreciated. Horrible stories of coming-to-be will be put aside.* [[The DongolopticonDongolopticon_(Original)]]: ''I cannot lust for another ever again.''* [[The Bird-MotherMother_(Original)]]: ''You are more than a grudge.''* [[The Mare-NightNight_(Original)]]: ''Goes to show that you can represent a vile cause and still be respectable. Some hours should take notes.''* [[The StillbornStillborn_(Original)]]: ''It's time for a bedtime story.''
==Secrets==
* The Captain's powers of travel originally only included the material and the spiritual. His original third aspect was Moth, not SH. At some point after his ascension, he made contact with the Weave, or rather, the Weave made contact with him, and he carries some of her knowledge ever since that moment. (He does not carry anything else, and is unable to make full use of the knowledge due to being an hour of flesh.)
* The Warp & The Cantharide heavily influenced the trials of his ascension, essentially filling up his otherwise still and mind-consuming travels with fantastic events and places. He is not entirely aware of this.
* Holds the key to other dimensions (Other Fansii). Only his closest acquaintances know of this.
* The Captain is the current holder of the title of Judge - A position of duty given only by the Glory through [[The_EyeThe_Eye_(Original)|its servants]]. While being a Judge involves punishment, the Captain interprets this as being tasked with reforming the necessary Hours into their best (or at least most-pleasant) possible versions. [[Category:Hours (Vol. III Archive)]]