Pilot Profiles:
Cmdr. Bill Grey
27yo Husky Male
Husky Leader
The best pilot in Husky Squadron, hands down.
He's outstanding in every facet of starfighter combat, from dogfighting to ground support, he's the best fighter and leader in the 3rd Tactical Fighter Wing. He's not only naturally skilled- he knows the weaknesses in many kinds of capital ship and has more tricks and tactics than he has strands of fur on his head. He graduated with impeccable scores from the Cornerian academy, and his skills have only sharpened since then.
As both an experienced and skilled pilot, he is an asset to the Katinian Starfighter Corps and consistently leads his fighters into battle. Though often caught in the shadow of the legendary Star Fox team, he holds no qualms over this fact and prefers to so his duty in his own way- without the fame and glamour of being one of Lylat's better known heroes.
Other:
-Veteran of Andross War, fought at Battle of Katina.
-Accepted into Husky Squadron straight from the Academy.
-Commander of the 3rd Tactical Fighter Wing.
-Earned a great number of decorations, including the Cornerian Shield, the Wings of Katina, the Shield of Bravery, the Flight Medal and the Twelve-Pointed Star.
Leadership: 10
Dogfighting: 10
Anti-Capital Ship: 10
Ground Assault/Support: 10
Escort/Protection: 10
Capt. Perry Jackson
26yo Silk Terrier Male
Husky Two
Being an able pilot and a skilled sniper, Perry also acts as the squadron's own special forces consultant. He spent a while with Katina's commandos and often worked in the elite Dagger Regiment, giving him the best surface combat abilities in the squadron. When he's not drinking at a bar, he's either acting as Husky Squadron XO or liaising with ground assault planners, helping to co-ordinate an efficient and deadly air-ground assault (or defense, depending on the situation).
He does battle with two motivating (but sometimes conflicting) factors- Practicality and Instinct, though if they should clash, he always chooses instinct, and in that capacity he's always right.
Other:
-Veteran of Andross War, fought at Battle of Katina.
-Has a wife on Corneria.
-Earned a number of decorations, including the Wings of Katina, the Four-Pointed Star, the Shield of Bravery, the Flight Medal and the Red Arrow for Supreme Marksmanship.
Leadership: 9
Dogfighting: 7
Anti-Capital Ship: 6
Ground Assault/Support: 9
Escort/Protection: 8
Flight Officer Don Mossini
21yo Jackrabbit Male
Husky Three
Though not the best pilot in the squadron, he is one of the more recognizable members. Famed and feared for his practical jokes and verbal roastings, he is often seen as a pest or a rascal, though all squadron members agree, his jokes were always funny as long as long as they happened to someone else. He has proved valuable in past for keeping squadron morale up, and enjoys doing so.
In combat he is a very serious pilot, and doesn't fool around. He doesn't specialize in any particular skill, but is well rounded over all aspects of flying.
Other:
-Most reprimands and disciplinary infringements of all pilots in Husky Squadron.
-Best friends with Benny Swipes.
Leadership: 6
Dogfighting: 5
Anti-Capital Ship: 6
Ground Assault/Support: 6
Escort/Protection: 5
Flight Officer Benny Swipes
20yo Peregrine Falcon Male
Husky Four
He was a quiet, reserved young pilot once.
Then he met Don Mossini.
Together they have caused mirth and humiliation of an incalculable scale, and continue to come up with more outrageous plans for practical jokes each day. He's got valuable surgery skills and acts as the squadron medic most of the time. He's started teaching Flight Officer Kay some basics, and as such has shown he commands at least some respect from his peers.
As a pilot, his reflexes are excellent, and can fly circles around most pilots when coupled with an agile fighter. This winged wonder needs no help in a dogfight.
Other:
-Flew three flights as a test pilot for Cornerian Aerospace alongside Commander Grey.
-Is rumored to be related to Falco Lombardi.
Leadership: 5
Dogfighting: 8
Anti-Capital Ship: 4
Ground Assault/Support: 4
Escort/Protection: 7
Lt. Francine Bastion
27yo Arctic Fox Female
Husky Five
She's been a good friend of Cmdr. Grey for years, and they even had a short-term relationship a few years ago. Her reasons for joining Husky Squadron were personal: during the war with Andross, her entire family was killed. Following the initial battles, she proved where her skill lay and became a known and permanent fixture of the Huskies.
She is especially proficient at finding weaknesses in capital ships and to that end has attained the second-highest number of capital ships destroyed in the squadron- second only to Commander Grey.
Her tactics have earned her a place as a flight leader in Husky Squadron, and she continues to fly and fight alongside her fellow Huskies, even though her original cause has been fulfilled.
Other:
-Veteran of Andross War, fought at Battle of Katina.
-Leader of Two Flight.
-Earned a number of decorations, including the Four-Pointed Star and the Flight Medal.
Leadership: 8
Dogfighting: 5
Anti-Capital Ship: 9
Ground Assault/Support: 6
Escort/Protection: 6
Flyer Matt Keeler
18yo Golden Labrador Male
Husky Six
The youngest member of the squadron is inexperienced, but has the same natural skill Commander Grey showed at that age. This pilot has shown great promise, and graduated at the top of his class at the KDF Academy. Though not yet as skilled as many of his fellow pilots, he is expected to reach that skill level quickly through the toughest of training. He looks much younger than he actually is, and thus has to endure being called 'kid' by every other member of the squadron… even though they might just be one or two years older.
His skill in flying is complemented by a knowledge of computers and electronics, and is a great help to the squadron when modifications to faulty or substandard avionics systems are needed.
Other:
-First pilot since Commander Grey to be accepted into the squadron straight out of the academy.
Leadership: 3
Dogfighting: 4
Anti-Capital Ship: 5
Ground Assault/Support: 4
Escort/Protection: 5
Flight Officer Blaze Walters
??? Male
Husky Seven
Blaze Walters is an enigma wherever he goes. Little is known about this pilot by anyone except his flight leader and Commander Grey. Though this could potentially prove a security hazard, Commander Grey has cleared him without specific cause and most other officers turn a blind eye to this. His age and species are unknown, and there is no trace of any family history on him.
As a flyer, he's good with dogfighting, but is slightly more rounded than some dogfighters, like Swipes. He seems to be better with massed enemy starfighters, but can hold his own against a few skilled opponents.
Other:
-None Available
Leadership: 2
Dogfighting: 7
Anti-Capital Ship: 5
Ground Assault/Support: 5
Escort/Protection: 6
Flight Officer Terry Kay
25yo Bald Eagle Male
Husky Eight
This pilot is normally a gentle giant, of imposing stature and great strength, yet with a heart of gold and a quiet nature. He is caring, giving humble and charitable, and endears himself to everyone with his simple, lovable ways.
Yet contrasting with this is his fury in combat. Once he finds an enemy, he can prove a daunting opponent. Once he finds a friend in need of protection, he becomes the most stalwart of warriors, and can tear enemy formations apart in the protection of an ally. He is equally adept at close, hand-to-hand combat, thanks to his great bulk and immense strength. He is currently learning medical procedures from Flight Officer Benny Swipes.
Other:
-Gives to three charities.
-Earned the Shield of Bravery
Leadership: 3
Dogfighting: 5
Anti-Capital Ship: 5
Ground Assault/Support: 7
Escort/Protection: 9
Lt. Wallace Leahy
28yo Meerkat Male
Husky Nine
An eccentric and somewhat frightening pilot, he has nonetheless shown the skill and experience to be a Flight Leader in Husky Squadron. He's not the quickest mind among the pilots, but he's a brilliant tactician and the best card-player in the squadron. Whilst most of the squadron disregards his actions and thoughts as crazy, occasionally he will show that they are calculated and demonstrate great insight. He has led his flight to victory over seemingly impossible odds, and continues to show skill and courage in the face of danger. This pilot is sick and tired of battle, and some feel he should retire. However he still loves pushing the newest spacecraft to their limits, and he is still too valuable an asset to give up.
He is something of a pessimist, but that can be a good thing- he tends to look at the worst-case scenario when in a jam and makes better choices to worm his way out.
Other:
-Veteran of the Andross War, fought at the Battle of Katina.
-Leader of Three Flight.
-Earned a number of decorations, including the Four-Pointed Star, the Flight Medal and the Shield of Bravery.
Leadership: 9
Dogfighting: 7
Anti-Capital Ship: 4
Ground Assault/Support: 7
Escort/Protection: 8
Flight Officer Leena Sweet
23yo Border Collie Female
Husky Ten
Her background is not exceptional; born in a lower-class family, joined the academy in the same class as Flight Officer Pawson and enjoyed a successful early career in Talon Squadron. Her skills became noticed when Talon Squadron, coordinating with Husky Squadron engaged and destroyed a battalion of pirate forces. Flight Officer Sweet accounted for most of the kills, and was offered a place in Husky Squadron.
Her friendliness and open attitude earned her friends in the squadron nearly immediately, and she is always listening if someone has a problem.
Her combat skills focus on ground assault and support, and she is particularly skilled at dealing with enemy surface-to-air emplacements.
Other:
-Has a brother in Fang Squadron.
-Earned the Flight Medal.
Leadership: 4
Dogfighting: 4
Anti-Capital Ship: 3
Ground Assault/Support: 9
Escort/Protection: 6
Flight Officer Robin Charters
19yo Robin Male
Husky Eleven
A quiet pilot who is the second-youngest pilot in the Squadron. He is a decent pilot whose skills could still benefit from some experience. He has not yet played a large role in real combat- most of what he's seen is basic anti-piracy duties and acted as a backup for Lt. Leahy. He has no kills to his name yet.
He has shown his worth with his knowledge of the Lylat System and its planets, and has recorded most of what a fighter pilot would need to know in a small handbook which was reprinted for each member of Husky Squadron. He is an expert navigator and can plot a route from a hotel window on Corneria to a cave wall in Venom. He aspires to be as good as Falco Lombardi, and to that end has focused his combat skills on dogfighting.
Other:
-Was awarded Harding Navigational Award at the academy in his first year.
Leadership: 4
Dogfighting: 7
Anti-Capital Ship: 4
Ground Assault/Support: 4
Escort/Protection: 3
Flight Officer Fuzzy Pawson
22yo Husky Male
Husky Twelve
A very capable pilot whose knowledge of many kinds of combat starfighters compliments a natural dogfighting skill. He also uses this knowledge to upgrade and modify Husky Squadron's starfighters, and acts as the Squadron's mechanic. A technical savvy and a good head for physics allow him to bring together the right parts for the best starfighter. His social life has suffered in later times due to his job, and although he complains about it, he has never taken any real steps to lighten his workload- in fact the more he changes a fighter, the more he wants to perfect it.
He can often be crude in his manner, but his squadronmates don't really care. He only ever seems to bother Flight Officers Charters and Sweet with his less-than-winning ways.
As a combat pilot he's constantly learning from the others, and is therefore well spread in his skills, though he has an inclination to dogfighting.
Other:
-Formerly a cargo pilot, before joining the academy.
Leadership: 6
Dogfighting: 7
Anti-Capital Ship: 5
Ground Assault/Support: 6
Escort/Protection: 6