Background of the Moraes Crew:

Winston Marlboro (Captain): Always addressed as "Captain Marlboro,' the Captain is a rather distant and formal character. He is experienced and well trained, though unimaginative and conventional. He has an unblemished record of successfully completed missions. However, he seems to be near the end of his career. He is a human about 60 years old, and a Star law Ranger.

Bill Terry (First Officer) (DEAD): A native to Kraatar and Star Law Ranger, he is an excellent pilot chosen for this mission. He is a young human officer of about 30 and has been with Captain Marlboro for just over a year. He increasingly assumes responsibilities of command as the Captain ages. The other crew members think of him like a captain and admire his energy, passion and hard work. He had even been helping to track down LeGrange after the initial break away of LeGrange and the rise of the KLC prior to joining Captain Marlboro.

Pradi Innesti (Engineer): An undistinguished but reliable ship's engineer, Innesti is a seasoned veteran, a middle aged Yazirian. He knows everything about the Eleanor Moraes that is worth knowing. He has memorized every detail of her blueprints and specifications, and can quote from them as though they were sitting in front of him. He is shy and quiet, and seldom speaks unless spoken to. He can be relied upon to improvise repairs or jury rig equipment in emergencies.

Sporss Krekek (crewman): A typical starship crewman in character, Sporss is a well-trained, reliable technician. His Vrusk background makes him a willing and dedicated worker, although he complains that Bill Terry gets on his case unreasonably.

Mormord Massod (Crewman) and Brogod Om borg (Crewman): These two crewmen are old friends who have been together since they joined the service 30 years ago. They are inseparable companions on and off ship, probably because no one else can appreciate the stale jokes and philosophical arguments they love to share. They are not particularly hard workers, but they always seem to get enough done to get by. Their wealth of experience and persistent good spirits make them excellent crewmen on long expeditions.