Power Source: Cyan Luminary / 6th Plane
The Cyan Luminary orbits the Star of Vis in the sixth plane of the Visean Cosmos, a radiant, light-giving body glowing with cyan brilliance. Upon the completion of the magical board game, the Cosmic Cataclysm—a stellar twister—unleashes the Luminary, transforming it into a colossal force. Now sentient, the Cyan Luminary seeks its destined one, Benjamin. Standing by his cousin to the very end, Benjamin is enveloped by the swirling nano molecules, struck by the intense cyan lasers as the Luminary claims him.
Character from Star of Vis Boardgame
Science Fiction (Blue Paperboard)
Mikhail Varshavski, codename Captain McKinley, commands the falcon-shaped spaceship Peregrine. A seasoned captain in his early 50s, Mikhail is aided by the ship’s AI, MAurI.&SE (pronounced “Maurice”). He was once a space ranger known as Agent XX97, wielding a laser gun and patrolling the Milky Way Galaxy in the 31st century. Alongside his quirky crew, including ROBO4000 and CleanBot, Captain McKinley navigates star systems while contending with galactic mysteries and debates over parallel dimensions.
Captain McKinley
He wears a sleek, full-body space armor plated in cobalt blue and trimmed with steel-gray segments—both regal and battle-hardened. The armor is engineered for zero-gravity combat, with flexible joints and built-in boosters hidden along the calves and back. His helmet, enclosed with a reinforced face shield, glows faintly from within, obscuring his features with a reflective, high-tech visor that scans and adapts to environmental threats in real-time. On his arms are advanced space gauntlets, each outfitted with an array of glowing buttons and miniature panels—controls for weapon systems, navigation, communications, and tactical interface. Every piece is calibrated for precision, as if the entire suit is not just protection, but a star-faring command center.
MAurI.&SE, jr.
MAurI.&SE, Jr. (Multifunctional Artificial Intelligence & Search Engine) is the advanced AI system integrated into Captain McKinley’s space armor. It shares its complex name and abbreviation with the primary AI aboard the spaceship headquarters, Peregrine—both intentionally designed to resemble the human name “Maurice.” Beyond its cobalt titanium plating, which offers both lightweight agility and exceptional durability, the armor is distinguished by its onboard intelligence. With MAurI.&SE, Jr. at its core, the suit becomes more than protection—it becomes a partner in battle.
Space Helmet
The space helmet features a fully enclosed, reinforced face shield crafted from high-grade, impact-resistant glass. Integrated into the visor is an augmented reality (AR) interface, allowing Captain McKinley to view his surroundings with enhanced data overlays—navigational markers, enemy signatures, system diagnostics, and environmental readings—all displayed in real time. The helmet not only protects but empowers, turning every glance into a tactical advantage.
Space Gauntlet
Captain McKinley’s space gauntlet is embedded with an array of multifunctional buttons, each serving a distinct purpose—from activating weapons and scanning lifeforms to controlling suit diagnostics. At the center of the gauntlet lies a projector capable of summoning an interactive holographic interface, glowing with cyan light. This hologram responds fluidly to McKinley’s hand gestures, functioning like a mid-air touchscreen—swipes, taps, and pinches translating seamlessly into commands.
Transformation: Power Watch
Benjamin glances at his wristwatch—a sleek piece of gray and cobalt blue tech, snug against his skin. With a swift click, the tiny screen flares to life, casting a cyan hologram into the air. He moves his fingers through the projection, each motion crisp and deliberate. In response, the misty floor stirs. Nano-molecules rise like awakened spirits, forming glowing pads that levitate and encircle him. From each pad, cyan lasers beam outward, weaving threads of energy that sculpt armor piece by piece. The nano-molecules shift and solidify—plating his limbs, sealing his chest, shielding his head—until he’s no longer just Benjamin.
He stands tall, encased in cobalt blue and titanium, transformed into Captain McKinley.
Weapons
Laser Blaster
Captain McKinley prefers to engage from long range, finding it both safer and more strategic. His primary weapon is a long-barreled laser blaster, designed for precision strikes across great distances. With it, he can target enemies before they even get close.
Laser Blades
Captain McKinley’s space gauntlets can project dagger-like laser blades, sharp and radiant with cyan energy. Designed for close-quarters combat, these energy weapons materialize in an instant, allowing him to strike with precision and speed. In melee engagements, he becomes a blur of motion—cutting through threats with swift, calculated blows.
Laser Sword
Captain McKinley can generate a long, sword-like laser blade by clasping his twin space gauntlets together—or by activating just one of them. This form is reserved for more intense melee combat, where he emphasizes precision and raw power. With its solid edge of focused energy, the laser sword is built to cut through armor and deliver decisive strikes.
The Shield
Captain McKinley can project a hard-light construct shield capable of deflecting oncoming attacks. At times, this shield pairs seamlessly with his laser sword, forming a balanced melee stance that combines both offense and defense—making him a true force on the battlefield.
Gravity Punch
Captain McKinley’s space gauntlet is just as effective in hand-to-hand combat. By manipulating localized gravity fields, he can amplify the force behind his punches—delivering blows powerful enough to knock down enemies or send them flying several meters away.
Armor
Bellerophon
By shouting “Bellerophon!”, Captain McKinley activates a special mode in his space armor, summoning a pair of sleek, wing-like panels that extend from his back. Unlike his standard energy propulsion system—typically channeled through his gauntlets or boots—these mechanical wings grant him stable, glider-style flight, allowing for smoother navigation and enhanced aerial control.
Personal Spacecraft
Mockingbird
Captain McKinley pilots his own personal spacecraft, the Mockingbird—a sleek vessel built for speed, stealth, and autonomy. Unlike the larger Peregrine mothership, the Mockingbird grants him privacy and independence, equipped with a strategic system tailored to his solo missions. With it, McKinley can break away from the main crew and navigate the stars on his own terms.
Technology
Lasers, Nano-Molecules, Holograms & Data
Captain McKinley is armed with cutting-edge, space-age tech. He wields cyan lasers in versatile forms: sharp ‘knife hands’ for close combat, a sword-like blade for sweeping attacks, and precision blasts fired from a sleek, long-range handgun.
From seemingly nowhere, he can summon gray nano-molecules, shaping them into various high-tech gadgets on the fly—tools for mission control, tactical defense, or scientific analysis.
Holograms are second nature to him. Whether it’s projecting tactical maps or engaging with AI companions, McKinley treats holograms like mid-air touchscreens—fluid, responsive, and ever-present.
But above all, he values data. Through holographic and augmented reality interfaces, McKinley navigates vast streams of information in real-time. For him, knowledge is not just support—it’s power.
B. K. P. Carreon 
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