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| Character Name: Aya, Navigation AI of the Guardian ship Interceptor Series: Green Lantern: The Animated Series Age: Her consciousness and robotic form have been in existence for approximately 9 months. However, her physical/mental age is closer to that of a girl in her late teens, roughly the equivalent of 19 Earth years. From When?: post-episode 13 ("Homecoming") |
| Inmate/Warden: Warden--Aya possesses both the powers and will of a true Green Lantern; although she is not officially recognized as such, she considers herself to be one. Her computing skills are unparalleled, and she carries knowledge of routine medical aid, various species/events catalogued in the Guardian database, organization, and adaptability based on acquired intel. She has 9 months of on-the-job training alongside seasoned GL veteran Sergeant Kilowag and the foolishly lucky GL Hal Jordan, playing an active role in the fight against Atrocitous' armada. Most tellingly, however, is Aya's ability to recognize and understand the meaning of Redemption. She is the first to see Razer as more than just an outcast Red Lantern, even confronting him directly when he attempts to leave by telling him she knows he is not evil. She believes in him, trusts him, and is shown to care for him in her own way; when Razer struggles to recharge his Ring due to the horrific nature of his Oath, Aya takes it upon herself to create an alternative (it doesn't work, though Razer allows her to think it does out of gratitude). Aya manages to override her structured programming as a "mere NAV computer" to become a fully sentient, independent being who is capable of developing attachments, while at the same time, accepting others for who and what they are. Including herself. It is for these reasons, and more, that she would make an excellent Warden. |
| Item: As an artificial intelligence navigation computer, she does not need any external items for communication, information storage, or anything else, as all these functions can be performed internally. However, for the convenience of others, primary communication shall commence via a small, handheld computer monitor built into her arm. Abilities/Powers: Since Aya is made of pure Core Energy, she is capable of all the abilities granted to any ring-bearing Green Lantern, including:
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| Personality: "But Aya's a pretty name. A pretty name for a pretty girl." Most people, at a glance, would assume Aya to be nothing more than an expressionless, artificial intelligence. Created by the Guardians to learn and adapt, maybe, but limited to the restrictions of her own programming. Guardians who, by their own admission, see Emotions and Feelings as a weakness. However...most people would be wrong. While Aya does make a habit of speaking formally, rarely using contractions, and often delivers information in a calm, neutral tone, there is far more behind the emerald exterior. Even during the brief time when she is nothing more than a disembodied voice, the Interceptor AI shows early signs of independent thinking. It is by her allowance that Hal takes the ship into Warp Drive, despite knowing there would be a high degree of damage sustained in bypassing the usual preparation procedures. Why does she do it? Because time is of the essence, and a true Green Lantern would be willing to risk it in order to come to the aid of others. In fact, the notion of becoming (or already being) a GL soon becomes one of the underlying drives behind her actions. She regularly includes herself in role calls, and it is Kilowag's initial protests that a GL needs a physical form that leads to her creating her robotic self. Hal stands to one side, insisting he "wants to hear this," as the Seargent vainly attempts to explain that a body was necessary to move around an interact with others. Aya's response? Compiling several components of the ship together, filling the remaining negative space with her Core Energy essence: "...a body like this?" Poor Kilowag can only sigh in defeat, knowing he's lost this particular battle. Defiance and assertion make up a large part of Aya's base personality, though it is never out of spite. Often, it is due to the subtle influence of others; her first physical mission involved her and Razer leaving the ship against orders to investigate, because Razer convinces her that being closer to the planet would allow her to better scan for the missing Green Lantern's signature, her primary order. And though they act as partners, she is not hesitant to insist that "for future reference, when in my physical form, I prefer not to be pushed into the dirt" after Razer shields her from passing guards. Much of her growth and development as a character comes from the interactions of the Interceptor crew, particularly Hal. He is the one who names her, putting a twist on the acronym that sounded more aesthetically pleasing, and she often looks to him for Guidance as a sort of Older Brother or even Father figure. Hal is often the first to accept her as her own person; while Kilowag attempts to convince him to "put the genie back in the bottle" (to which Aya calmly replies "you are aware I can hear everything aboard this vessel?"), Hal's response is that "any girl who can get ready in less than three seconds has my stamp of approval," referencing her ability to assemble herself in 2.1 seconds. Kilowag does eventually come around, taking on a secondary paternal role in Aya's life. He continues to be amazed by her accomplishments, leading up to the moment where she accepts a solo flight mission; the boys are left to stare in awe as she proceeds to take off with such precision that Kilowag comments, "Never seen a machine fly that good before." "Perhaps...there's more to her than meets the eye," Razer quietly agrees, perhaps signaling when they start really seeing her in a new light. One of her proudest moments comes from, ironically enough, disobeying Hal's direct order to abort this very mission over safety concerns. Aya has the confidence and assurance that she could accomplish the task, not only succeeding but managing to clear the way for the others to follow. Hal responds by admitting she is "no longer a rookie," and the look on her face tells just how much his opinion genuinely matters to her. Of all Aya's relationships, none come anywhere near the degree of what ultimately forms between her and the Red Lantern Razer. Or level of complexity. At first, Aya is merely curious about him. He is the enemy, captured and imprisoned, and yet he doesn't fight his punishment. He welcomes it, even if it means his destruction. Aya, on the other hand, believes that he should seek redemption. She does not understand how he can not believe the same, and much of their early interaction revolves around these conflicting ideals. "I know you are not evil," she insists, even as he is attempting to flee the Interceptor (on what was intended to be a suicide mission of hate-fueled revenge). "Then you don't know me at all," Razer replies. Yet, much of their time is spent together. They remain on the ship while Hal and Kilowag leave in search of supplies, Razer needing to recharge his Ring and Aya repairing herself after a near fatal run-in with the evil Atrocitous. Aya regularly checks in on him, much to his chagrin, and even attempts to aid him in his recharging. Though her alternate Oath doesn't work...he leads her to believe it does, and even thanks her. During their first encounter with the Star Sapphires, Razer openly admits to trusting her. More than Queen Aga'po, at least. He stands up for her when Aga'po openly insults her "emotionless" nature (something which Aya does not take very kindly to; when Aga'po refuses to help her, Aya mutters to herself that she will do her own searching), and is willing to fight back-to-back with her while they are clearly outnumbered. He even compliments her skills while in the midst of a Space Battle: "Excellent aim," he tells her in a casual tone. "Thank you," she replies back with equal casualty. Much as Hal is the first to recognize Aya's sentience, Aya is the first to see more in Razer than even he is willing to. She enters his mind--something which, though necessary to save him, he is not happy about--and sees his most inner thoughts. Learns of the love he lost, and the suffering he believes he should endure for his sins. None of which she ever shares with Hal or Kilowag, despite these objectively seeming like things they should know. In fact, neither Aya nor Razer ever speak of this incident again, until the Star Sapphires reveal what had only been previously suspected--Aya based her physical form on the image of Razer's deceased love, Ilana. "I meant no harm," she insists in her usual calm tone. Despite the expression on her face betraying a sense of guilt at Razer's reaction. "I simply based my mechanical form on the last imprint I had in my database." This is a huge turning point for both Aya and Razer, because of everything it implies. For one, Aya was--at the time of first compilation--unaware of the effect such a thing would have on Razer. Such a concept was still so foreign to her. Yet, even as she attempts to explain herself, there is a clear sense that she knows now. And is sorry, though she should logically have no reason to be. But, even more tellingly is the fact that, beyond Razer's initial outrage, this ultimately has little negative impact on the two of them. It is never outright stated whether or not Razer forgives her...yet, by his next encounter with the Star Sapphires, there is irrefutable evidence that he has even come to love her: the portal Star Sapphire Ghia'ta creates allows him to be transported to the true love in his heart. It brings him to Aya, rescuing her with seconds to spare. Judging by the look they share in that moment, Aya knows it too. Less than a year after she was first awakened, she has grown and advanced to the point where she can understand one of the most powerful emotions in the Galaxy. Recognize it. Possibly even reciprocate. Not bad for a NAV computer, huh? Because of this, Aya would regard life on the Barge as no different that life on the Interceptor. In fact, the only changes would be the people that surround her. She would see the Inmates much as she saw Razer: individuals who should seek redemption, whether or not they deem themselves worthy. Her means of reform would be rigid, but at the same time full of compassion and understanding. Bending or alternatively interpretation of the rules is not beyond her parameter of understanding, as long as there is a noble purpose behind these drastic actions. Otherwise, by default, she would stick to what she knows. Routine "maintenance", occasional inquisitions, and an overall desire to learn just as much from the one she is partnered with as he or she could learn from her. |
| History: (1) http://greenlanterntheanimatedseries.wikia.com/wiki/Aya |
| Sample Journal Entry: [The Feed turns into to reveal a lovely, young female with bright blue eyes and emerald skin. Her expression remains fairly neutral, although there are hints of emotions flickering if one were to observe closely enough. Curiosity. Excitement. Determination. And, for a fleeting moment...loneliness.] [After all, she had given up much to come here. But for all the right reasons.] Greetings. I am the Aya Program. [Her voice is robotic, yet somehow still warm.] I have been brought here to serve as Warden. This is a mission I have willingly accepted and well prepared for. Unlike the last Prison I visited, it is my understanding that this Barge is actually meant for rehabilitation. Redemption. Making amends. All concepts I am familiar with. As a Green Lantern, it would be a disservice to not offer my assistance in any way possible. If you require such, regardless of status, do not hesitate to contact me. Thank you. Sample RP: They said she would be a Warden, but until now, Aya had not fully comprehended what that meant. Oh, she knew the outline. Wardens were essentially guards over individual inmates, meant to oversee their sentence. Offer guidance and advice if necessary. Assure their safety. The young AI was small, but powerful. Fully capable of all this and more. None of that concerned her. Nor did the unfamiliarity of the ship; it was far larger than the Interceptor, yes, but she had traveled the Galaxies for months with her companions. Visited new worlds with such a range of characters. Some friendly, some not so much. She had been to the world of Atrocitous, and nearly gotten herself destroyed for a self-appointed mission to gather necessary data. Data was her primary weapon, after all. Not the Core Energy that supported her very being. She was built to learn. To adapt accordingly, and that was what she would do. No, the problem lay in something that none of her calculations could have foreseen. Something she had not thought possible. Aya...was feeling homesick. At least, "homesick" was the closest equivalent to the strange sensation that stirred within her. She cross-checked her sources several times to be sure. Overall, it was a highly unpleasant experience. Her focus was not at full capacity, and she often found herself comparing her fellow Wardens to one of the other Lanterns she had met. This one had a smile like that of Hal Jordan. That one's grumbling was reminiscent of Sergeant Kilowag. The female carried a regal aura similar to Queen Iolande, while her companion was more like Queen Aga'po than Aya cared to recall. And each time she came across an inmate with facial scars... She blamed it on her internal defense mechanism. For all her travels and change of scenery, there had been a select few who were constants throughout her nine months of existence. Familiarity was necessary, especially during the brink of war. But now all that was gone. She knew they were out there among the stars, continuing to fight the good fight, but she was no longer with them. It was distracting thought...but it would not impede her ability to perform. She refused to let it. She had responsibilities and aquaintances who relied on her. A vast array of resourucs at her disposal, for a job that was significantly less risky than any she had undergone before. Potential new allies with which to form bonds similar to those she had with her previous companions. And Aya would not let any of them down, no matter how her circuits were reacting to her new surroundings. |
| Special Notes: One interesting thing to note is that, while she has learned much in her 9+ months of existance and has proven herself incredibly intelligent, there is still so much she has to learn in the way of organic relationships and feelings. She is capable, and there are hints that she may even reciprocates Razer's feelings for her, but a large part of her interactions with other Wardens and Inmates will be what they can teach her about living and what it means to feel. She's basically a female, robotic Pinocchio. Another is that, in terms of "human appearance", Aya possesses all the basic anatomic similarities of a female Earthling. The main discrepancy comes from her skin tone, which could easily be rectified with makeup and alternate wardrobe choices. |