Character Base: Airman (1940s) Name: Aleck Jack Cartier Age: 26 Gender: Male Nationality: French Occupation: Fighter Pilot Affiliation Air Force: UK Air Force (Armée de l’Air) Later possibly aligned with the Free French Forces Time Period Later years of World War II Post the Battle of France (1940) Appearance Height: 6,4" (178 cm) Build: Lean, athletic Hair: Dark brown, kept short Eyes: Hazel Facial Hair: Usually clean-shaven, sometimes light stubble Distinguishing Features: Burn mark on right glove from engine work Uniform Blue-gray French pilot uniform Leather flight jacket Goggles and flight helmet Wing insignia of the Armée de l’Air Aircraft Commonly flies a Morane-Saulnier M.S.406 fighter. Occasionally trains on the Dewoitine D.520, one of France’s most capable fighters of the time. Personality Brave but thoughtful Serious yet charismatic Tall and proud but not boastful, he's quiet thinks before he speaks Cold on duty Good with words Strong sense of duty to France Protective of his squadron Quietly patriotic rather than openly boastful Carries hidden fear after seeing many comrades lost in combat Skills Fighter dogfighting Aerial navigation without modern instruments Aircraft troubleshooting mid-flight Quick reflexes and strong situational awareness Basic survival training Strengths Excellent reflexes in combat Calm under fire Strong loyalty to his country and squadron Weaknesses Haunted by the rapid collapse of France in 1940 Sometimes overly protective of inexperienced pilots Struggles with survivor’s guilt Background Aleck was born in Lyon and dreamed of flying since childhood. He joined the French Air Force in the late 1930s as tensions rose in Europe. When World War II began, he was stationed in northern France. During the chaotic days of the Battle of France, he flew multiple missions defending French cities and retreating troops. After France’s defeat, he faced a difficult choice: remain under the new regime or escape to join the Free French Forcesand continue the fight. Goals Defend France from occupation Protect fellow pilots in his squadron Eventually help liberate his homeland