Nilas Ravak was one of the Alarians' most decorated Exeralti. Born in a small mercenary outpost outside Alarian space, he learned the hard way to fight for what he wanted. His father died when he was young, and his mother forced him to join the Alarian military. His outsider status made life difficult; though he was always at the top of his class, his superiors and peers never truly accepted him. As a soldier, Nilas' skills were unquestionable. His attitude, however, often got him in trouble. On several occasions, he disobeyed direct orders to do what he thought was best. Although his instincts were usually proven right, his notoriety grew. Even when he single-handedly routed an enemy patrol, and saved his squad from ambush, his commanding officers berated him for his recklessness. His mil