Aster

Aster lives in the Black Shroud working as farmhand, mainly caring for chocobos. He is a straightforward, no nonsense person with little patience for typical social pleasantries of formalities, viewing them as fake and a waste of time. He speaks in clipped sentences and doesn't hesistate to tell others how he feels about them, he doesn't tolerate any bullshit but comes off as rude to most. His indifferent attitude he gives to most people is contrasted by the gentleness and care he shows when caring for the animals he's responsible for.

He manifested an Echo at a very young age, giving him the ability to sense other's emotions. It is suprisingly potent, and he has little control over it, meaning he often gets overwhelmed and irritable when in emotional situations or large crowds. Unbeknownst to him, receiving Hydaelyn's blessing at such a young age resulted him having difficulty in processing his own more complicated emotions, usually being drowned out by those he's sensing.

Despite this, Aster views his abilities as a good thing, allowing him to see through people who are disingenous about their feelings. His Echo also extends animals somewhat, although its potency is toned down, it helps him handle animals with ease during his job.