Purpose and Philosophy
- Tactical: Their focus is intelligence gathering, black-ops style action, and psychological warfare—“pipe hitters and facilitators,” as Killian puts it.
- Pragmatic: The motley isn’t about friendship or emotional closeness; it’s a functional alliance of professionals. The Oath is clear: they’re united by shared goals, not by bonds of affection.
- Operators: Operating independently but in defense of the Freehold, the Talons are positioned as a scalpel—stealthy, dangerous, and surgical. They don’t ask for permission to defend. They act.
Membership and Individual Roles
- Killian Kingston: A planner, instigator, and mythic force—the "dragon" behind the operation, with a knack for resource management and long-game strategy. Dominion is his lair, and this is his warband.
- Mikaela Kingston: The mind behind Radio Free Fae, a savvy intelligence agent with investigative roots. Her abilities (like mirror-walking and secretkeeping) are vital to the group's surveillance and propaganda goals. She’s Killian’s confidant and operational partner.
- Roland Chambers: The cleaner, hitter, and tactician. He balances brute force with social dominance and charisma. His connections show him as both soldier and recruiter.
- Dahlia Blackwater: The face and negotiator. She’s adept at manipulating perceptions and social settings, creating plausible deniability and cover. Her charm is her weapon.
- Teagan "Moxie" Mercier: The driver, extractor, and ground-level operator. She's practical, no-nonsense, and focused on logistics—moving goods and people, getting in and out fast.
- Rei Yamaguchi: The wildcard and public face of Radio Free Fae. A performer, planner, and digital presence. While not a fighter, she’s a strategist and morale weapon, able to sway public opinion or freeze a crowd with a single performance.
Tone and Culture
- Professionalism wrapped in camaraderie: While the group avoids making their connection overtly personal, there’s mutual respect and shared purpose. The camaraderie is implicit—not forced by the Oath, but naturally evolving.
- Competency-first culture: Everyone has a role. There’s a focus on specialization, and members are valued for what they bring to the table. This is not a catch-all motley—it’s a curated team of experts.
- Stylish lethality: From Dominion's ambiance to the tailored suits and casual drinks, the Talons embrace a neo-noir espionage aesthetic. They're not messy. They're deliberate. Even their name—Obsidian Talons—evokes surgical violence.