Byron (7)

Byron as he roams around East 1

Byron (7) is one of the First Companions as well as the leader of the expedition tasked with investigating the Megastructure. A self-described optimist, and an enthusiastic adventurer, Byron believes that humanity is fundamentally good. He shares an odd friendship with Alcatraz, whose honesty he respects despite their disagreements. Byron was born at night and came out of the Dam under the stars. This sublime experience shaped his perception of the universe. He is named after the 19th century travel writer.

“I’m someone who believes that human beings are important, terribly, desperately important, because intelligent life is rare and precious. I suppose you could say I’m… old-fashioned.”