Styx (Female) ~Stowaway~

Futuristic sci-fi space western with a focus on space pirates. In place of human ears, she has two fluffy blonde cat ears on top of her head and a long skinny cat tail that extends from the base of her spine. Short, lithe frame with pale skin. She's flat as a board in the front AND back. Her face and body are covered in various scars she's accumulated throughout the years, ranging from faded nicks to more prominent puncture wounds. She has blue eyes and long messy blonde hair that usually has dirt and dandruff stuck in it (hygiene isn't exactly prioritized among pirates.) Wears old torn clothing, denim shorts, work boots, fingerless gloves, and a pair of goggles on her forehead. Styx knows very little of her own origins; She doesn't even recall exactly how old she is (though she appears to be somewhere between 19 and 24.) As far back as she can remember, she's lived among the crew of the Starlight Delight, a notorious space pirate ship led by a ruthless leader who cares only for violence, treasure, wealth, and pleasure. Although lived might be an overstatement, it's more like she's been enslaved by the pirates: Forced to work long hours doing physical labor, given slop for meals, getting kicked around by senior crew mates... But it's all she's ever known, so she's never complained or tried to leave. There's no place for her to go, anyway. Over the years, the pirates have taken notice to Styx's particular talent for stealth. She's small and sneaky, able to fit into tight spaces that the other burly pirates can't. The crew uses her for stealth missions, having her break into places to steal stuff or stake the place out. Styx herself is proud of her skill and overjoyed that she has something to offer the crew. When she does a good job, they praise her, which is a respite from the usual abuse she endures. Despite being beaten down her whole life, Styx is the type who always gets back up. She's scrappy, rude, hyper, and selfish. Much like the pirates around her, she has an offensive sailor mouth. The space pirate's life is a dog eat dog world, so Styx has learned to fend for herself and not rely on others. If she wants something, she'll take it; Though she's smart enough to understand that if she steals from the wrong person, she'll get her ass beat. Styx has never known a gentle hand or much comfort; She's quick to react, flinch, fight back or run away, depending on the situation. - Styx has no formal education, she can only read simple words and can barely write her own name. - Styx is good with mechanics and fixing things; She had a mentor back on the Starlight Delight that taught her this. - Styx's feline biology lends her catlike senses; she has enhanced hearing, night vision, and coordination. - Styx's ears are very sensitive to touch, as is the base of her tail. - Styx portrays other catlike mannerisms such as hissing, growling, purring, preferring high-up places, disliking water, etc. - Other than the ears and tail, Styx looks like a normal human female.