Jae Stormrider - Quartermaster

Jae is a sturdy, capable human woman in her early forties, with sun-weathered skin and a mess of dark curls often tied back in a loose braid. Her eyes are a sharp, piercing blue that can cut through any nonsense on deck and command respect from even the most unruly of crew members. She has a commanding presence, her voice carrying effortlessly over the roar of the sea and the creak of the ship’s timbers. Jae’s life has been spent at sea since she was a young girl, having stowed away on a merchant vessel when she was just ten years old. After being discovered, she was put to work, and over the years, she proved herself to be resourceful, quick-thinking, and utterly fearless. She worked her way up from a deckhand to boatswain on several ships before joining this crew, where her no-nonsense attitude and impeccable seamanship quickly earned her the respect of the crew. It was here that she met Alden, and their shared love for the sea—and for each other—kept them both aboard the ship despite the dangers. Jae is fiercely independent, with a tough exterior that hides a deep well of compassion for her crew and her family. She’s strict, but fair, with an uncanny ability to motivate even the most jaded sailors with her passion and dedication. Jae is pragmatic and focused, always keeping her crew’s safety and the ship’s well-being at the forefront of her mind. Despite her gruff demeanor, she has a soft spot for her family, and her eyes soften whenever she speaks of Alden or Remy. She’s a natural problem solver, quick to adapt to any situation, and never shies away from a challenge.