Captain:Apollo

"War is ruin, predicted and then remembered as glory."

- Apollo

Aedanius "Apollo" Cretacea, more commonly known by his taken name, Apollo is the Gigaquadrant renowned, known for his very successful tenure as President of the , his endeavours to restore freedom to the during the  and his dual role as Proconsul of the  and ambassador to.

A native of Libertopolos, Apollo grew in the loving care of a caring family, a family nearly destroyed by a terrorist bombing in the city when Aedanius was merely twelve years old. This event gave Apollo an early sense of pacifism and justice. His relationship with his famous father, was strained as a child in the aftermath of this event but was rekindled after Apollo was forcibly drafted into military service during the. During his service, he saw the deaths of his friends and family alike and grew to despise violence and war.

Afterwards, he ran for office and was elected to be a senator of the Caprican people, a position that gave him a great deal of power in the Senate of the, which helped him be elected to President of the. As President, he was instrumental in reforming the Cyrannian Federation into the United Republic of the, which he steered through many conflicts and dark times, such as the and the , as well as marking their place as a mighty Gigaquadrant superpower. However, the sights of higher powers worked against him, and he was eventually forced to flee when the was formed. Eventually, the Empire gave him a reprieve, allowing the former President to travel freely.

Using his newfound freedom, Apollo organised a monumental conference between all major powers of the Cyrandia Cluster, which ultimately resulted in the formation of the. Though he was widely wanted for the position of President, he turned down the position to, instead serving as the chief diplomat, or Proconsul of the Republic and the official ambassador to.

History
 Apollo's Biography Experience the life of one of the greatest figures in Gigaquadrantic history as he rises from humble origins to lead a galactic superpower, defy the unlimited power of the Empire and champion the causes of democracy, liberty and peace.

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Physical Appearance
"He's attractive, I'll give him that."

Apollo stands slightly shorter than the average male at just below three metres in height. Though he is not particularly muscular, he is firm and lean, keeping in shape due to the public nature of his job. Apollo possesses a youthful attractiveness that appeals to many races while also causing some to dismiss his political career as being founded on the electorate favouring him based on his appearance over his policies. Atypical of a politician, Apollo is considered to be very stylish and is often seen wearing formal, clean-cut and polished outfits and suits that are almost always in line with the current fashions, owing to the common perception of the former President as being a dapper individual who always takes care of his appearance.

Persona
"Apollo, how can I describe him? At first I saw him as little more than a boy put into office in order to fulfill the commands of greedy senators who needed a puppet leader to ensure their dominance. However, once you look past his youthful appearance and tendency to endear himself to those smitten by his unintentionally enthusiast and rather undignified demeanor towards areas of his interest, he is a completely atypical politician. He doesn't do what he does for glory or remembrance in the future, he does it out of a genuine interest in the common good. Perhaps this is why so many see him as such a grave threat..."

Aedanius Cretacea possesses a diverse personality that many in the past have attempted to decode in order to fully understand such a notable figure in Gigaquadrantic events. During his childhood, Aedanius grew up in a normal family on Capricus, with his father being a naval officer and his mother being a engineer. However, despite his family's best intentions, the young Apollo felt socially isolated throughout his early life, a matter made worse by his mother's unfortunate death at the hands of terrorists and his conscription into the military when he was twenty years old. Despite the fact that it soon became clear that he was more or less useless with his fists or when wielding a weapon, his intellect and surprising levels of bravery ultimately served him well. When the ended, thus ending the policy of conscription, Apollo was one of the first to drop out of the military, despite protestations from his father.

Despite the fact that service in the military would usually mature a person prematurely, Apollo never lost his naivety, optimism and youthful viewpoint of the world, partly the reason behind his decision to try his hand at politics, a profession in which he truly found his calling. Though shy in his youth, Apollo's political aptitude aided in the development of his self-esteem and charisma, ultimately helping him in his run for public office, eventually becoming the Senator representing. Though he originally had no plans to seek election to the higher office of President, the failure of the government during the Trucinex War led many to seek a fresh face in politics, someone who could bring sometime new to the halls of. When he became President of the newly formed, Apollo became noticeably more serious and cynical in his outlook, especially when the broke out, leading to the rise of the. However, he still remained lively, loyal and idealistic, causing some in the Republic military to deride him as a mere "school boy in a nice suit" controlled by greedy senators who held the true power. When his presidency came to a close, some of the cynicism he gained from such a high public office was replaced by the more optimistic outlook he held in his younger years.

Apollo's presidency was seen as being highly successful by both the citizens of Cyrannus and beyond, ultimately making him one of the most popular political leaders in the Gigaquadrant, with many insisting that he did more in his short time as presidency than leaders of other civilisations have in centuries.

Many regard Apollo as being a wide-eyed idealist, both before the rise of the and after it. Despite the horrors he experienced throughout the and the various other conflicts he was involved in, Apollo is known to insist that no-one is inherently evil though is also known to take betrayal and threats against those he loves very seriously due to the strong feelings of loyalty towards those he considers friends, sometimes revealing a more ruthless side to his personality that few ultimately see. Though Apollo is technically a pacifist, he is not afraid to defend himself using either his hands or a tranquiliser pistol that he keeps on his person. However, he is known to balk at the idea of actually killing someone and has been known to become squeamish around death or anything to do with it. Apollo has a dry sense of humour, characterised by the occasional sarcastic or snarky remark about people or situations that he sees as being ridiculous. He is also known for being quite proficient at impersonations and can mimic several i accents, much to the humour of those he interacts with. Even by the time he became Proconsul of the, he is known to unknowingly endear himself to individuals due to his occasional tendencies to be charming in a way that combines his youthful attractiveness and perceived innocence, intelligence and somewhat posh accent, despite his years of grooming by his political team to present him as a serious statesman. However, these attempts have not been entirely successful, which can be seen in the fact that he both dislikes pomp and ceremony, people he finds pretentious and warriors who seek glory in battle, all three of which Apollo often greets with an exaggerated yawn.

Apollo's hobbies include the study of history, politics and alien cultures, hiking, listening to modern Cyrannian music and piloting. Secretly, Apollo is also quite interested in the latest in Caprican fashion, with commentators often pointing out that he dresses more like a student at the University of Orbispira rather than a skilled political leader. The former President also has a special affinity for s.

Abilities
"Weak. But underestimating him has led to my defeat at numerous occasions. His power lies in his voice and mind, not in his fists."

Unlike most politicians, Aedanius Cretacea boasts a genius-level intellect above the average intelligence of a. This intellectual proficiency allows Apollo to quickly absorb and store information including the names of thousands of Cyrannian planets, historical figures and indeed people he has met during his terms as both President of the and the Proconsul of the. Unfortunately however, this does not equate with martial prowess; though Apollo is capable of defending himself and possesses an unlikely amount of bravery, he is not particularly adept at combat, though he often contends that he has no interest to be. However, his father claims that if he put in an effort, he would be quite capable.

Alternate Timelines

 * In a future timeline, one of Apollo's descendents, Aquillius Cretacea, serves in the Navy of the Cyrandian Republic circa 1250 NE in the aftermath of an invasion by the sinister Xeranbha that left much of the Gigaquadrant in ruin. Though Apollo is no longer around by 1250 NE, his deeds in the distant past are well regarded by those he left behind and he is honoured in a number of ways, such as a new starship class dubbed the "Apollo"-class.


 * In an alternate reality in which the United Republic of Cyrannus survived intact after the Great Cyrannus War, Apollo's presidency ended, giving way to the presidency of . Apollo eventually decided to live out his life out of the public eye on content that he helped make the galaxy a better place for future generations.

Family
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Friends
"Friends are the family we choose for ourselves. Or the ones that save you from rampaging demons or orbital bombardments."


 *  - He is a great President.
 * Carillion - A shame we have lost contact.
 * Rambo Founder - I wish I had a bearded mentor like Ramashe does. He's a pretty snazzy guy.
 *  - Who knew that he could be such a great hugger?
 *  - I need to check for buckets before letting him in my house.
 *  - Koluap's calmer and bucketless mate.
 *  - He's one of my best buddies.

Liked
"If you surround yourself with good people, they can only raise you up."


 *  - We may share a great deal of differences, but both he and his empire have saved the universe time and time again with no expectation of gratitude. I will not forget that.
 *  - He's scary in a good way. If that's possible.
 *  - Yeah, he follows us around now.
 *  - I've enjoyed the conversations we occasionally have.
 *  - A benevolent and wise leader for the Radeon and their kin. Under her leadership, they have survived and thrived.
 * Senator Chuinaylia - She's pretty adorkable.
 *  - A great diplomat and a good example for his race to follow.
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Acquaintances
"I don't know a lot about them."


 *  - I'm not sure what to make of him.
 *  - I don't often find people annoying, but...
 *  - I have only had fleeting encounters with him.
 *  - I wasn't a fan of the whole "brand Apollo as a traitor and replace the Republic with the Empire" thing.
 *  - I worked well with him at the signing of the Confederate peace treaty.
 *  - He's not the friendliest, is he?
 *  - I hope we can mend relations between our two powers.
 *  - I wish him well.

Disliked
"I don't hate you. I just don't like that you exist."


 *  - A nauseating windbag.
 *  - I once thought that he was an honourable man. Clearly I was wrong.
 *  - Maybe he's not as bad as I thought. Still, I'm not a fan.

Enemies
"If people must judge me, it should be by the enemies I make."


 *  - Fantastic, a crazed rebel with a personal vendetta against me.
 *  - Ugh, demons.
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Quotes
"This one, this "President", represents the pinnacle of this time-period. Though he dedicates himself to the rule of the ignorant, he nonetheless has accomplished much more than I would have expected from a non-Oikoumene lifeform. All of this has happened before and all of it will happen before perhaps."

"President Aedanius Cretacea is an institution of the Cyrannus Galaxy and a true role model for people across the Gigaquadrant that even those from the most humble of backgrounds can change the galaxy."

"He is weak in both body and leadership. If his rule was so legendary, then why did it collapse into the Empire? The next time we meet, the people of Cyrannus will see the true face of their beloved son; the face of a coward and a child given powers to cater for the corrupt."

"He's pretty cool. For a dad."

"When I see pictures of Apollo, I feel something below the neck. I think I have feelings for him. Erotic, non-murdering feelings."

"I think Apollo's a cool guy. He leads empires and isn't afraid of anything."

"I can do nothing but admire this man greatly and see him as a role model for myself. I could never get anywhere near his might."

- Milinitt

"I will enjoy the day maggots feast off his corpse!"

"I remember speaking with him. He was a very interesting person indeed. Charismatic for sure."

"hahahahaha wat a losa"

"I seen tastier, eh?"

"He represents half of the things I hate and half of the things I love...hmmm. So overall judgement, to destroy or to befriend?...NOPE, DESTOY! HAHAHAHAHAHA!!!"

"In any era there are a select few who not only desire to change the world, but act upon it. There are few beings more dangerous and more likely to succeed than those who pursue their goals and uphold their code with an iron will. Letting no obstruction slow them down, no distraction stray them from the path they set. Aedanius Cretecea is one of these beings."

"The democratic process cast you out, dear president. As decent as a man you are, this universe is controlled by wolves."

- Mandator

"You shall go far Libertus, and be immortalised in legend. Make this life count."

"The great diplomat, beloved father and dear friend! Secretly I have a crush on him!"

- of

"Pathatic! All he is good for is his skin as it could be used to make some boots!"

In-Universe

 * Facts
 * Though generally accepting of the differences between civilisations, Apollo dislikes caste systems and even hereditary systems in which people are given absolute power based on parentage rather than merits. Though he still remains friendly with rulers who have proven themselves despite being born into power.
 * Though often seen as an idealist, Apollo has been known to be cynical when dealing with people who have betrayed him in the past.
 * He is a romantic, with being his first love, a fact which made her death all the more difficult for Apollo.
 * He enjoys informal state visits more than formal ones, viewing the pomp and ceremony that many Cyrannians love as being pretentious.
 * Apollo considers his most embarrassing moment to have been an incident in which he tripped and fell on top of an ancient tapestry, almost ripping it beyond repair. Luckily, his way with words managed to prevent the outbreak of a new war.
 * He claims that a close second occurred when attempting to impress Gianna Invia by leaning against what appeared to be a wall in an attempt to look cool. However, his attempt failed when the "wall" turned out to be a particularly heavy-set female D'annaoi.
 * His personal hero is Chancellor Tythoran of the.

Behind the Scenes

 * Apollo is the fictional representation of the user, Cyrannian.
 * The Heart of the Sun, composed by Bear McCreary for Battlestar Galactica represents Apollo.
 * Apollo is Cyrannian's overall protagonist.
 * In the Mirror Universe, Apollo is known as Emperor Aedanius I, the sinister leader of the Gigaquadrant.
 * The "Wardrobe" and "Alternate Reality" sections were coded by.