Alexander Crispe

Biography
The only known active Conservator at the beginning of the story, Alexander Crispe's life is similar to having super-hero status. He is renown worldwide as having both a seat at the Governing Tribunal and full command over their private military force, The Hours. Since using Conservator abilities is generally restricted by the Tribunal, very few living have ever seen him in action since the end of the war, although none contest his title as the Strongest Man in the World, even without the use of his special powers. At some point before the story, Crisp takes an unusual liking in the younger Heartsong sister and has doggedly pursued her affections, much to the chagrin of Renee – an interest that has been, with some ups and downs, mutually requited. He is a natural leader, a tactical genius, and for all intents and purposes, seemingly perfect at everything he does.

While his intentions are undoubtedly pure, he tends to come off as somewhat conceited when not wearing his 'princely' mask of gentlemanly perfection and what lies behind it hints at a bundle of subtle anger and frustration hidden beneath an otherwise cool exterior. He is sometimes brash, hot-headed, but stops just shy of being utterly reckless-- always putting the lives of the team before the mission priority. As it stands, he is the unquestioned leader of the Hours and rightfully so; he's a professional hero, after all..