Mikel A Skardis lll
Mikel A Skardis lll Planetologist of the ISDll Relentless[edit]
Homeworld: Lothal
Species: Human
Gender: Male
Hair Color: Red
Eye Color: Green
Height: 4 feet, 11 inches
Weight: 160
Affiliation= Emperor's Hammer ISDll Relentless
Rank=Commander
Childhood[edit]
Mikel A Skardis III was born on the agrarian world of Lothal, a place of rolling grasslands and distant industrial skylines. His childhood was shaped by two contrasting forces—his mother, a dedicated botanist, and his father, a strict Imperial officer.
From an early age, Mikel exhibited a fascination with the natural world. While other children played with training blasters and droid models, he would wander the fields, studying the flora that thrived in Lothal’s harsh environment. His mother encouraged his curiosity, teaching him how plants adapted to different soil conditions, how weather patterns influenced growth, and even how ancient farming techniques once shaped the planet’s landscape.
His father, however, saw little value in his son’s interests. He believed that Mikel’s future lay in duty and discipline, not endless hours spent analyzing roots and leaf structures. Yet, Mikel couldn’t shake the feeling that understanding a planet’s nature was just as powerful as controlling it.
One fateful afternoon, he made a discovery that would shape his future. Deep within the hills, he found an unusual strain of glowreed, its bioluminescent leaves pulsing with energy in a way no textbook had described. Fascinated, he spent weeks documenting its behavior, theorizing that something—perhaps an ancient force, or unknown energy source—had influenced its evolution.
But knowledge was dangerous on Lothal, especially under Imperial rule. As he grew older, he learned to guard his discoveries, sharing only what was necessary and keeping his most radical theories to himself.
Academics[edit]
Core Academic Fields
Astronomy & Astrophysics – Understanding celestial mechanics, planetary formation, and the physics governing planetary systems.
Geology & Planetary Geology – Studying the geological processes that shape planetary surfaces, including volcanoes, erosion, and tectonic activity.
Atmospheric Science – Analyzing planetary atmospheres, weather patterns, and climate conditions.
Astrobiology – Investigating the possibility of life on other planets and the environmental factors required for habitability.
Planetary Engineering – Exploring terraforming and planetary sustainability techniques.
Educational Path
Undergraduate Degree: A foundation in physics, astronomy, geology, or planetary science.
Graduate Studies: Specialized research in planetary science, often involving hands-on work with space missions or data from telescopes.
Field & Lab Research: Studying planetary analog environments on Earth to simulate conditions on Mars, Europa, or distant exoplanets.
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Mikel A Skardis III’s journey into the Imperial Navy was not one of blind loyalty, but of scientific ambition. Raised on Lothal, he had always been fascinated by planetary ecosystems, but he knew that true discovery required resources—resources that only the Empire could provide.
Joining the Imperial Navy
At the Imperial Academy, Mikel excelled in planetary science, earning recognition for his groundbreaking theories on planetary adaptation. His research caught the attention of high-ranking officers within the Emperor’s Hammer, an elite Imperial faction known for its strategic operations. Seeing potential in his expertise, they offered him a position aboard the ISDII Relentless, a powerful Star Destroyer tasked with planetary reconnaissance and environmental analysis.
Becoming Chief Planetologist
As Chief Planetologist, Mikel was responsible for studying planetary conditions, assessing worlds for colonization, and uncovering environmental anomalies that could be of strategic importance. His work was not just academic—it had military implications. The Empire sought planets that could sustain life, fuel war machines, or serve as hidden bases. Mikel’s discoveries shaped Imperial expansion efforts, making him a valuable asset.
Yet, beneath his official duties, Mikel remained a scientist first. He secretly pursued research that questioned Imperial doctrine, studying planetary resilience and the unintended consequences of Imperial occupation. His findings often put him at odds with officers who saw planets as mere resources, rather than living ecosystems.
