Lukas is an experienced spacer in his mid-40s. Whilst not an outstanding example of anything in particular he is unflappable and respected as a good
man to have at your side. Lukas is also the ship’s self-appointed skald. He composes epic poems about the doings of the crew, some of them hilariously mundane, and recites them with deep gravitas as if recounting the deeds of ancient gods and heroes. His rendition of The Trials of Karl the Drive Hand, a 30-minute epic during which the hapless Karl tries to eat his breakfast in between alerts, alarms and can-you-justs, can reduce the entire crew to hysterics. Not surprisingly, Lukas is a popular crewmate but has upset a few of his colleagues by reminding them of mistakes they regret.