Esbrun Vardai

USS Montreal
Esbrun Vardai
Position	Science Officer
Rank	Ensign
Species	Betazoid
Gender	Male
DOB	237406.09
Age	27
Birthplace	Thythis Valley, Betazed
Writer ID	M239510EB0

Esbrun Vardai is currently serving as a Science Officer aboard the USS Montreal.

Appearance

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• Height: 5’6”
• Weight: 72kg
• Hair: Mahogany
• Eyes: Black
• Build: Slight
• Telepathic Status: 4/4

Relationships

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• Lontis Vardai

Mother (Civic leader)

• Velbrun Vardai

Father (Artisan)

• Kalbrun Vardai

Older brother (artisan)

• Gwentis Vardai

Older sister (convict)

Background

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Descended from a distinct cultural group outside of Betazed's House structure, the history of Esbrun’s ancestors stretches back to his planet’s Iron Age.

During that time, they had settled in an ore-rich area of fjords and valleys, where they developed a great tradition of artistry and metalwork.

Eventually, they came into conflict with the folk who would eventually become Betazed’s Nineteenth House, who desired their rich and fertile lands.

Unable to compete in open battle, the valley people retreated into the hills and caves, and fought a long and bitter war with the settlers.

Over time, they developed the ability to shield their minds from other Betazoids: critical for throwing off pursuit and protecting their holdings.

Eventually, the war finally ended, and Esbrun’s ancestors were welcomed back into their ancestral lands.

Thousands of years later, this ancient conflict springs up periodically: most recently five years ago, where a great many young Betazoids were taken in by the rhetoric of a charismatic young nationalist, including the daughter of his most prominent political rival.

The rival was Esbrun’s mother, Lontis. While his elder brother followed their father in learning the ancient crafts of his people, Esbrun took to the stars.

Career History

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A product of his mother’s campaign of cooperation and shared understanding, Esbrun attended a school in Betazed's capital. There he developed an affinity for the sciences, but his cultural roots were hard to shake: leading him to specialise in metallurgy.

A tutor of his suggested he apply to Starfleet, which lead Esbrun to the Academy, studying Science and Engineering.

Esbrun's final evaluation took place on Starbase 118, under the command of Sal Taybrim and Oddas Aria. From there, he was posted to the USS Montreal.

Personality

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Esbrun fluctuates between cool detachment and warm enthusiasm depending on the situation. He tends towards the latter when interacting with peers, but often remains formal with superior officers, even when off duty.

Ensign Vardai prefers not to talk about his telepathic abilities, and rarely brings them up. Even when pressed, he remains humble. Occasionally, events force him to drop the veil and unleash his powers in full: when this happens he becomes deathly formal. He is well aware of how unsettling others can find this, and so avoids such situations.

If Esbrun has a flaw, it would be a reluctance to share information that puts him at a disadvantage.

Service History

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Service History
Insignia	Rank	Dates	Posting	Assignment
	Cadet First Class	239510.31	Graduated Starfleet Academy	Engineering Officer
	Ensign	239510.31	USS Montreal	Science Officer

Awards & Service Ribbons

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For award descriptions, see: Awards and Service Ribbons

Awards and Service Ribbons
Award Name Date/Assignment Citation None Service Ribbon Name Date/Assignment Citation Starfleet Academy Graduate Ribbon Year or Stardate Starfleet Academy Awarded to those who have graduated from Starfleet Academy.

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