I was planning on doing a profile for Serial Designation N of Murder Drones, but then Auroras_Archive on AO3 was kind enough to create one in a comment. This profile here is a little different from what they suggested, mostly because the new Leader update and DLC changed things up a bit. They had "Restrained" down as one of N's traits, and I agree with that, but that trait has been deleted from Stellaris. I replaced it with "Glory Seeker", not because N would seek glory, but because he'd definitely put himself in the thick of it to protect others.

Edit as of 5/25/2023: Changed "Charismatic" to "Inspiring"


Renowned Paragon: Serial Designation N

Class: General

Veteran Class: Protector (He'd care for the wellbeing of his army and ensure that they won't die needlessly through proper defenses)

Destiny Trait: Supreme Warrior (Arguably the strongest Disassembly Drone we've seen, being able to restrain V, hold his own against Eldritch J, and subdue Vampire Uzi)

Positive Traits: Synthetic, Inspiring (who wouldn't want to fight to the bitter end for him?), Glory Seeker (He fights alongside his troops to keep up their morale and because he can afford to take the damage), Eager (he likes doing anything)

Negative Trait: None

Ethic: Xenophile (He'll definitely want to befriend everyone, regardless of their species)

Age: 19

Summary: A unique combat drone with a penchant for seeking friends. A rebel who fought against both his programming and masters, his friendly and welcoming attitude masks his incredible prowess and strength. He and Uzi are a package deal.


Thoughts? Both I and Auroras_Archive couldn't come up with a Negative Trait for N. I considered "Gullible" until I remembered that N didn't listen to V's pleas to let her loose in episode 3, "The Promening". Then I considered "Passive" until I remembered that N stood up to V in episode 4, "Cabin Fever".

What Negative Leader Trait do you think N has, if any? At this point, I'm willing to say that he doesn't have one, but I'd like opinions.