Lieutenant Cassia Dravik
Name Cassia Dravik
Position Fighter Pilot
Rank Lieutenant
Character Information
| Gender | Female | |
| Species | Human | |
| Age | 29 | |
| Date of Birth | September 30 2367 |
Physical Appearance
| Height | 5’9” | |
| Weight | 140 lbs | |
| Hair Color | Blonde | |
| Eye Color | Ice blue | |
| Physical Description | Cassia Dravik has the lean, athletic build of someone who has spent her life in motion, honed by years of flight training, survival courses, and high-G maneuvers. Her blonde hair is usually pulled back into a practical braid or bun, keeping it clear of her eyes in the cockpit. Those eyes are a striking ice-blue, sharp and attentive, giving the impression she’s always assessing her surroundings. A faint scar along her left temple hints at past close calls, though she rarely talks about it. |
Family
| Spouse | N/A | |
| Children | N/A | |
| Father | Galen Dravik | |
| Mother | Mara Dravik | |
| Brother(s) | Kieran Dravik | |
| Other Family | Rynor Dravik (uncle) |
Personality & Traits
| Strengths & Weaknesses | Cassia Dravik is a skilled and confident pilot, known for pushing her starfighter beyond its limits and staying composed under pressure. Sharp instincts and innovative flying make her stand out, while her wit and straightforward manner earn respect from her squadron. Fiercely loyal, she is committed to bringing every pilot home, balancing daring skill with steady leadership. Cassia’s confidence often drives her to take risks others wouldn’t, pushing past safety margins in pursuit of new limits. While she expects discipline from her squad, she bends rules herself, a contradiction that can cause friction. Her competitiveness and tendency to shoulder too much responsibility leave her vulnerable to burnout and costly mistakes. |
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| Ambitions | Cassia strives to keep pushing the limits of flight, believing every boundary broken makes her a better pilot. She hopes to one day command her own squadron, shaping a team that flies with the same precision and daring edge she values. More than recognition, her ambition is simple: to leave a legacy of safer, sharper pilots and ensure her people always make it home. | |
| Hobbies & Interests | Cassia keeps herself active with martial arts training, target shooting, rock climbing, running, hiking, and swimming. Away from duty, she enjoys cooking, sketching in her flight journal, and reading to unwind. |
| Personal History | Cassia Dravik was born on Cesca Colony in 2367, the daughter of Galen Dravik, a civilian shuttle pilot, and Mara Dravik, a mineral processing engineer. Growing up on a remote mining world, Cassia’s earliest memories were of starships lifting off against a dusty horizon and the hum of shuttle engines her father maintained. She inherited his love of flying, learning cockpit basics before she was old enough to enter formal training. As a teenager, Cassia joined the colony’s aerospace club, where she competed in atmospheric flight races. Her flying style quickly earned her a reputation for daring maneuvers that pushed the edge of safety but often secured victory. Though her mother urged her to consider a more stable career, Cassia’s ambition was clear — she wanted to fly for Starfleet, not just freighters or shuttles. In 2385 she entered Starfleet Academy, majoring in Tactical Flight Operations. She excelled in advanced flight training, squadron tactics, and evasive combat maneuvers, earning commendations from instructors for her ability to keep calm under pressure. Graduating in 2389, she received her first assignment with the 17th Tactical Response Squadron, where her quick thinking and willingness to push limits soon stood out. During a border patrol mission in 2392, Cassia led her flight through an asteroid belt under heavy fire, successfully bringing home three damaged fighters. The maneuver earned her the callsign “Valkyrie,” a name that followed her through later postings. |