
Samuel Tuckett was born into a family steeped in a proud legacy of service within the Seacean Army and Navy. This legacy was woven into the very fabric of his childhood, with stories of valor and duty echoing through the halls of his family home in the coastal town of Driftport. His father was a decorated naval officer, and his grandfather was a renowned army commander who fought in several pivotal conflicts to protect the Seacean realm. Growing up with these towering figures, Samuel felt an innate desire to uphold this tradition of service, channeling the bravery and honor that surrounded him into his own aspirations.
Determined to carve his own path, Samuel enlisted in the Seacean Navy as a young man eager to contribute to protecting his homeland. He immersed himself in training, dedicating himself to the life of a sailor while excelling in his duties aboard naval vessels. Yet, as he advanced in his career, Samuel felt the winds of change shifting toward the skies. The world was evolving, with air transport gaining prominence. Recognizing that the future lay in aerial navigation and atmospheric travel, Samuel embraced this transformation, determined to remain at the forefront of maritime innovation.
Samuel endeavored to study atmospheric engineering and aerial navigation in earnest to prepare for this shift. He spent countless hours poring over books, dissecting airship blueprints, studying flight mechanics, and mastering the intricacies of navigating the skies. His dedication did not go unnoticed; his instructors recognized his passion and commitment, often remarking on Samuel’s remarkable aptitude for understanding flight mechanics. This knowledge became instrumental as he transitioned from the sea to the skies, leading him to refine his skills further and deepen his appreciation for airship construction.
“Sir!” the helmsman said, pointing. “What is she doing?”
Mr. Tuckett was not asking about Rebecca. Following the line of the helmsman’s gesture, Jacob spotted Ms. Walkerton standing at the center of the waist deck. She faced the prow, her arms extended with palms pointed skyward. Jacob had no idea what she was doing. Then he felt the change as the Griffin’s descent lessened. She was still wildly out of control and falling fast, but whatever magic the sorceress was working bought them precious seconds.
The time was called out twice more. In that span, another shot sailed past, and their rate of descent diminished to the point where the ship almost leveled off.
“Maybe we won’t need the engines at all, sir,” Mr. Tuckett said, sounding hopeful.
- THE INVERSION SOLUTION
Eventually, Samuel found his calling aboard the Griffin, an impressive airship that soared through the clouds. Appointed as her helmsman, he took great pride in navigating the skies, a role that combined both his love of adventure and his meticulous nature. The Griffin became a second home to him, an extension of his spirit, and he embraced every moment spent guiding her through the heavens.
Though he cherished the camaraderie of his crewmates, Samuel’s thoughts often drifted back to his roots, reflecting on the legacy he inherited. He found strength in that tradition, using it as a driving force to excel in his role as helmsman. With every successful flight, he felt a sense of connection to those who came before him, his family’s legacy of service intertwining with his contributions to the Seacean military.
A combination of discipline and warmth defines Samuel’s character. He is known for his unfaltering focus when at the helm, skillfully maneuvering the Griffin through storms and across vast distances. But he also possesses a natural ability to inspire those around him. Whether offering guidance to younger airmen or sharing stories of his family’s history during moments of leisure, Samuel creates a welcoming atmosphere onboard the ship that reinforces the bonds among crewmates.
FIRST APPEARANCE
Samuel first appears in The Inversion Solution (The Alchemancer Book Three).
