Professor Cor's Links
Their subjects overlap a little so they have chances to work together somewhat often. Cor has somewhat figured out Sparrow's history and conditions- since he's always observant of those around him- and knows how not to push them. Complains about Veritas often to Sparrow and makes quips about how he should take Niobe in instead. Has grown somewhat closer to Sparrow in recent days, and finds himself comfortable enough to reveal his tricks and perchance for chaos with them. They both dislike the IPC, and sometimes "scheme" together, when Sparrow distracts Ratio enough to make him forget about the chaos Cor is spreading behind his back. Cor still bickers with Ratio enough to tease Sparrow plenty about their relationship with him, having only a minimal understanding of attachment and romantic love.
A follow member of the Intelligentsia Guild, and far more amicable than Dr. Ratio. Alongside that, their subjects tend to overlap a bit. Sparrow respects his rivalry with Ratio, though they don't often get too involved with it, usually just keeping things from getting too intense and having Cor waste his time on someone who doesn't really deserve it. They haven't told Cor most of their history, though, but after the incident in Sparrow's first (and only) traditional lecture, they're pretty sure Cor knows enough to keep them from having to go through that again.
After recent... events, Sparrow has been at the center of Cor's teasing. They don't mind, though. It's annoying, but Cor's having a good time, and it's ultimately harmless. Besides, who else will hide Dr. Veritas Ratio's eyes from Cor's chaotic pranks against the IPC?
Ratio's star student, who Cor often laments is too nice and bright to be under that mean old Veritas, and should instead study with him instead. He seems vaguely fond of Niobe although obviously more invested in his own direct students. Unlike others in the Intellegensia Guild, does not question her legitimacy as his student, since that prick is so picky with his own students that he definitely does not make mistakes. On many occasions, he has taken to chaperoning Niobe when Ratio wanders off with Sparrow, roping her into his pranks against the IPC or Ratio.
Another professor of the Intellegensia Guild. Niobe seems to be suspicious of Cor because of small odd behaviors she has observed when he thinks no one is looking, and is probably the closest of anyone to finding the truth about him. She's warmed up to him considerably the past few months, but still gets offended whenever he offers her to be his student instead. Niobe was taught to be more fluent in the Standard language by Cor and is currently undergoing a project with him to record her native language from Xin-35.
Has found Starling amusing since she heard how she attacked Diamond of the IPC and also threatened Ratio. Her penchant for destruction is somewhat admirable, and reminds him of his own love for chaos. The two scheme to make the IPC as uncomfortable as possible
Thinks he's cool because he doesn't tell her that she's stupid (like Dr. Ratio). They both dislike the IPC and Starling happily tells Cor stories about how she has beat up members of the IPC. Also enjoys hearing about his pranks on the IPC. Probably the best relationship with him from the Intelligentsia Guild, and they exchange letters sometimes, although letters to the Astral Express are always tricky to deliver
One of his graduate candidates whom he personally mentors. Thinks Marcus is incredibly amusing because of the chaos he accidentally stirs with his incredibly flippant attitude. The two both have some type of grudge against Ratio, too. Marcus is definitely one of Cor's favorite students, and feels a bit upset they will definitely part ways in the future due to Marcus' dedication to his family, which Cor honestly does not understand. Cool teacher-student duo though
Marcus' professor/graduate mentor whom he transferred to after failing out of Dr. Ratio's classes. He particularly studies extinct or near-extinct languages under him and has a very casual relationship- calling him "Prof". Cor's flippant attitude seems to perfectly match Marcus as he encourages Marcus' nearly chaotic behavior. He respects Prof but never really considered continuing to work in the Guild with him- his family has bills to pay.
Thinks of his time in the Galaxy Rangers as honestly amusing. He thinks Nemesis' craze for justice is fueled also by spite and anger, which makes it easier for Cor to laugh at her. Genuinely felt nothing for Nemesis during his time with her despite the obvious feelings she had for him, and disappeared without a trace when his time in the Rangers got more dangerous than amusing. A little confused why Nemesis didn't try to kill him when they met in Penacony, and perhaps feels a bit of dread at her cryptic warning to him that his lies will fall onto him... He's also surprised that Nemesis read him perfectly- that there are people he cares for now- although in denial that he actually does feel for those people. But all a Masked Fool can do is laugh.
They were partners many centuries ago when Corbinian was part of the Rangers. She honestly doesn't remember very well what their relationship was like- romantic, platonic, whatever, but she knows that she did love him in some way. Nemesis was torn when Corbinian disappeared after the fight that scarred his face, and eventually came to realize that he was a traitor, even that he was a Masked Fool by following the vague traces he left behind in the infiltrations he did. Nemesis swore she'd kill him, but when they met again in Penacony, she was filled with an unbearable sadness and couldn't bear to do anything. But she knows that justice pervades, and Cor will have his due punishment arrive...