Paladi

As the developer of the AOS system, the "Aegis" System, Paladi takes immense pride in her work. The system not only encompasses a wide array of basic functions but also excels in user-friendliness, responsiveness, and interface optimization. In Paladi's words, it's not a system that "takes human's place as a commandant" but "helps people become a commandant." Given her expertise as the most knowledgeable and skilled user of this system, Paladi has been appointed by BCRL as the head of the Reforming Center, entrusted with its operations.
Management is no easy feat, particularly for someone like Paladi who started as a system developer. Nonetheless, with her dynamic and resilient nature, she successfully brought order to the once chaotic Reforming Center and consistently improved the "Aegis" System to meet evolving management needs. Her commitment and accomplishments have garnered respect from all.
However, the strain of prolonged and intense work hours is evident. Despite her passion for her work, she seeks ways to alleviate work-related stress by sneaking off. If you happen to catch Paladi discreetly pretending to be a regular passenger on the Eternal, it is simply her way of briefly escaping the demanding tasks at the Reforming Center for a bit of respite.

Paladi's cloak features an unusually large tag which has the design of Source Citadel facility access permit. The tag's style has an antique look, with some Citadel members suggesting it could be at least a decade old. As a BCRL member, Paladi treasures this Citadel tag with uncommon passion, adamantly refusing anyone to touch it.
Her attachment to Citadel-related items and members is apparent to all. Even amidst her early days at the Reforming Center, buried in her demanding managerial duties, she consistently prompted the Eternal crew to keep an eye for the latest Citadel merchandise during their explorations. Whenever she found something she fancied, she would eagerly declare, "I want this!" and promptly place an order for it.
In fact, Paladi is not obsessed with Source Citadel. She does not purchase Citadel items like a fanatic, but is more like "feeling delighted whenever she sees them". While she enjoys collecting such items, missing out does not lead to overwhelming disappointment. This could be attributed to her inherently carefree and easygoing nature. Occasionally, someone might ask her, "Why are you so fascinated with the Citadel's items?" To which she would respond with a wide grin, "Because I want to join the Citadel!"
This inevitably leads to another unspoken question: Why hasn't she joined the Citadel? Well, such an awkward question is best left unsaid.

"No, I won't spy on people for you!"
In a pivotal moment during the Tech Contest that could have altered Paladi's life, she successfully advanced to the final challenge. However, as the demands of the investors grew more unbearable, the young Paladi found their expectations unacceptable. In her opinion, technology should exist to benefit humanity, to improve lives, and not be exploited solely for commercial gain.
Unable to endure this any longer, Paladi erupted in anger at the investors and abruptly left, thereby forfeiting the opportunity to continue in the competition. Her sudden departure left many of her peers astonished. Later, she learned that one of these peers had secured the investment.
Since her youth, Paladi had been exposed to the ideals of the Source Citadel through a distant relative: the salvation of all humanity. Since then, she had aspired to join the Citadel, facing repeated setbacks and rejections. After unsuccessful attempts to join the Citadel, she turned to seeking investment from Anita... only to face failure once more due to conflicting ideologies.
Unperturbed by the curious stares of bystanders, Paladi made her way back home, tears rolling down her cheeks as she recalled the harsh criticisms from the investors. Although she rejected the commercialization notions presented by the investors, one statement lingered in her mind, "What society truly needs is a newer and better system."
When she reached home, only A-SO, previously dormant, turned its flat head toward her. Paladi, with tears still fresh, broke into a smile and rushed to embrace her barrel-shaped robot.
"Even if no one else understands me, I'll never abandon you... I'll improve you for the better, and I'll upgrade my Aegis System... One day, it will truly protect many, many people!"
As if in response to her vow, the robot's eyes blinked twice and a mail bearing the BCRL logo emerged from the printer.

Even now, Paladi, the head of the Reforming Center, vividly recalls that moment. The current Aegis robots not only ensure the security of the Reforming Center but also excel in various off-duty tasks like printing, baking muffins, singing, and other "small things." Such is the AOS Gen 2 System developed by Paladi. Rooted in these everyday aspects of life, she leads as the chief commandant of the Aegis robots.