Captain Daniella “Dani” Devereaux is a Star Captain of the Galactic Conglomerate (GC) and commanding officer of the Battle Scout-class starship GCV-72519 Alaska’s Vengeance. Known for her calm under pressure and unwavering loyalty to her crew, Devereaux has earned a reputation within the Galactic Conglomerate as one of its most capable and principled field captains. She serves as the primary protagonist of the Ardent Redux Saga.
Devereaux began her career as a GC Fleet officer and rose to the rank of Star Captain through a series of successful reconnaissance and frontline reinforcement missions. As commanding officer of GCV Alaska’s Vengeance, she has faced high-risk deployments in contested space, earning the trust of her crew and respect of her peers. Her command style emphasizes precision, adaptability, and a deep commitment to those under her care.
GC DECLASSIFIED PERSONNEL FILE
Name: Daniella “Dani” Devereaux
Rank: Star Captain
Affiliation: Galactic Conglomerate (GC) – Fleet Operations Division
Current Assignment: Commanding Officer, GCV-72519 Alaska’s Vengeance
Status: Active Duty (as of the events of Vengeance Lost)
Species: Human
Physical Appearance: Green eyes, dark hair, pale complexion
Known Attributes: Top Six-Ring pilot, exceptional instincts, strong connection to her vessel, tactically decisive, deeply loyal to her crew
This personnel file is maintained under Galactic Conglomerate archival protocols. Unauthorized dissemination may result in disciplinary action.
Appearances:
- Starlit Yuletide – A holiday-themed short story set before the main events of the Ardent Redux Saga. Dani Devereaux appears in a time of peace and camaraderie with her crew.
- Alaska’s Vengeance – The official prequel short story. Offers early insight into Captain Devereaux’s leadership style and her role within the Galactic Conglomerate.
- Vengeance Lost – Season 1, Episode 1 of the Ardent Redux Saga – Captain Daniella “Dani” Devereaux is the primary protagonist, leading the crew of Alaska’s Vengeance through pivotal early events in the series.
Notable Roles & Affiliations:
- Rank: Star Captain
- Command: GCV-72519 Alaska’s Vengeance (Battle Scout-class starship)
- Affiliation: Galactic Conglomerate – Fleet Operations Division
- Background: Former fighter pilot and Six-Ring certified ace
Relationships:
- Captain Robert Devereaux (Father) – Esteemed GC war hero and fighter pilot, officially listed as KIA in the War of the Seven Suns. His service shaped Daniella’s path to the captaincy.
- First Officer Jag Reinhart – Dani’s trusted second-in-command and Weapons Officer aboard Alaska’s Vengeance.
- Communications Officer Cassia Simpkins – A key bridge officer responsible for comms and tactical relay during missions.
- Navigation Officer Daemon Cruz – Long-time colleague who served alongside Dani for years prior to her captaincy.
- Chief Mechanic Howard Glenn – Viewed by Dani as a grandfather figure; oversees the ship’s engineering systems.
- Lead Fighter Pilot Peterson – Commands the fighter squadron under Dani’s leadership.
In-World Significance
Captain Daniella Devereaux is regarded as one of the Galactic Conglomerate’s most reliable field captains, trusted with high-risk deployments in contested sectors. Her command of Alaska’s Vengeance positioned her at the forefront of several pivotal early operations within the Ardent Redux Saga. Known for her strategic precision and fierce loyalty to her crew, Devereaux embodies the balance between GC discipline and the unyielding human instinct for survival.
