Swansea
Research Director aboard the Tulpar, a brilliant scientist whose dedication to the mission's scientific goals may unlock dangerous secrets.
"The pursuit of knowledge demands sacrifices. The question is: who pays the price?"
Background Story
A renowned scientist in quantum physics and deep space phenomena, Swansea's theories about space-time manipulation drew both acclaim and controversy in academic circles. The Tulpar mission represents an opportunity to prove these theories correct.
Their commitment to advancing knowledge frequently clashes with moral principles, sparking friction between scientific goals and the well-being of the crew..
Key Relationships
Curly
Professional Tension
Maintains a complicated dynamic with Captain Curly, frequently questioning his decisions to prioritize scientific objectives.
Anya
Scientific Collaboration
Swansea collaborates with Anya on numerous scientific endeavors, though their perspectives on ethical limits frequently clash.
Daisuke
Technical Partnership
Partners with Daisuke on the vessel's mechanisms, especially those tied to their groundbreaking experiments.
Jimmy
Mentor Role
Takes an interest in Jimmy's technical aptitude, seeing potential for advancing their research goals.
Story Arc
Research Focus
Initially concentrated on advancing their scientific theories through the ship's unique capabilities.
Ethical Dilemma
Swansea starts grappling with ethical dilemmas as experimental results hint at potentially hazardous consequences.
Critical Decision
Must choose between pursuing groundbreaking discoveries and protecting the crew from their consequences.
Final Choice
Faces the ultimate decision between scientific achievement and human cost.
Key Scenes
Research Breakthrough
A breakthrough in their quantum experiments uncovers unforeseen consequences for the mission.
Ethical Confrontation
A tense discussion with the crew regarding the ethical ramifications of their experimental focus.
Laboratory Crisis
A critical moment where their experiments threaten the ship's stability and crew safety.
Character Analysis
Scientific Drive
Their relentless quest for understanding and scientific breakthroughs often overshadows the personal toll of their experiments.
Moral Complexity
Struggles with balancing scientific progress against ethical responsibilities and human safety.
Leadership Style
Leads their research team with brilliant insight but sometimes lacks empathy for personal concerns.
Voice Actor
Emily Clarke
Voice of Swansea
A versatile voice actor who brings both authority and ambiguity to Swansea's character, perfectly capturing their complex motivations.
Related Guides
Community Discussion
The research puzzles in their storyline are some of the most intellectually challenging parts of the game.
Their interactions with the crew really make you think about the cost of progress. Such a well-developed character!
The way Swansea's character explores the conflict between scientific progress and ethics is brilliantly written.