Kix "Klix"
Species: Trill (Unjoined)
Role: Electronic Infiltration Specialist
Background: Counterculture Hacker & Systems Expert
Kix "Klix" is an unjoined Trill hacker whose technical prowess makes him the crew's premier electronic infiltration specialist. Rejecting traditional Trill society's elite-focused structure, he channels his considerable analytical intelligence into mastering electronic systems rather than pursuing symbiosis through conventional means. His ability to penetrate systems without leaving traces makes him invaluable for covert operations.
Character Stats
Attributes
Focuses
- Electronic Infiltration
- Traceless
- Blackout
| Precision | Insight | Charm | Resilience | Creativity | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 11 | 11 |
Skills
Specializations
NONE YET
| Tech | Ops | Social | Recon | Engineering | Tactics |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 3 |
Character Description
Background & Origin
- Uprising: TBD
- Environment: TBD
Klix embodies the rare combination of Trill analytical intelligence and counterculture rebellion. Born into the highly structured and elite-focused Trill society, he deliberately rejected the traditional path toward symbiosis, instead channeling his considerable intellect into mastering electronic systems and hacking techniques. This choice represents both a rejection of societal expectations and a desperate search for alternative paths to the knowledge and experience he craves.
His background in Trill society provided him with exceptional analytical abilities and pattern recognition skills, but his refusal to follow conventional paths left him on the margins of his own culture. This outsider status drove him to seek validation and purpose through technical mastery, eventually leading him into criminal activities where his skills could be appreciated and rewarded.
The recent discovery of unauthorized Trill joining research during the bio-morphic procedure has revealed that his interest in symbiosis may not be entirely abandoned. His connection with Dr. Merik's assistant Lera, who shares his desire for joining, suggests that his criminal activities may be partially motivated by hope of eventually accessing black market symbiont opportunities.
Physical Appearance & Demeanor
Klix is physically unremarkable with a slight build that reflects his sedentary lifestyle and focus on technical work rather than physical activities. His appearance is deliberately nondescript, allowing him to blend into crowds and avoid drawing attention during operations. His focus remains perpetually on screens and devices rather than his immediate surroundings, creating a tunnel vision that serves him well in technical operations but makes him vulnerable in direct confrontations.
His posture and mannerisms reflect his analytical nature - precise movements, careful attention to detail, and a tendency to treat social interactions with the same methodical approach he applies to technical problems. This can make him seem distant or detached, but it also allows him to remain calm under pressure when working with complex systems.
His hands show the precision and dexterity of someone who works regularly with delicate electronics, and he often carries multiple portable devices and tools that serve both as backup equipment and as comfort items in social situations.
Personality & Motivations
Klix's defining internal conflict stems from his rejection of Trill societal structures while desperately craving the knowledge and experience that comes with joining. This creates a complex personality that balances technical confidence with underlying insecurity about his place in both Trill society and the criminal underworld he now inhabits.
Despite his criminal activities, Klix maintains certain ethical boundaries, particularly avoiding operations that result in assassination or unnecessary loss of life. His moral code reflects his Trill upbringing while acknowledging the practical realities of his chosen profession. He views his hacking activities as intellectual challenges rather than purely criminal enterprises.
His ultimate motivation - securing a symbiont through any means necessary - drives his continued involvement with the syndicate. He believes his criminal connections might eventually provide access to black market symbiont opportunities, making every operation a potential step toward his ultimate goal of achieving the joining he was denied through conventional means.
Skills & Abilities
Klix's approach to electronic infiltration blends methodical precision with creative improvisation, allowing him to adapt to unfamiliar systems with remarkable speed. His ability to penetrate security networks, surveillance systems, and locked interfaces while leaving no traces makes him invaluable for operations requiring stealth and subtlety.
His technical expertise extends beyond simple hacking to include system analysis, network architecture, and electronic surveillance countermeasures. He can not only break into systems but also understand their underlying structures well enough to manipulate them for ongoing operations or to prevent detection of the crew's activities.
His reputation as "Fixerklixer" stems from his unlikely record-setting performance in Dom-Jot, revealing a mathematical precision and pattern recognition ability that extends far beyond his technical specialty. This analytical capability allows him to find solutions to complex problems that might escape others who think in more linear terms.
Crew Dynamics
Klix respects Androni's leadership while maintaining a professional distance that reflects his analytical approach to relationships. He appreciates Androni's tactical competence but doesn't seek personal validation from the crew leader, focusing instead on contributing his technical expertise to the team's success.
His relationship with other crew members is cordial but reserved, as he tends to evaluate people based on their professional capabilities rather than personal characteristics. His wary distance from Narik may reflect his discomfort with the Suliban's more mysterious and unpredictable nature, preferring the straightforward approaches of Androni and Bum.
Within the crew structure, Klix serves as the technical specialist who enables many of the crew's operations through his electronic infiltration capabilities. His reliability in technical matters has earned him respect from his teammates, even if his social interactions remain somewhat formal.
Background Jobs
Unavailable
No background job has been recorded yet.