Tay (Concept)

The Tay is an entity, generally either human or humanoid, that is present at some point in every single timeline. The cause for a Tay to be present in every timeline is unknown. Tays follow a general "blueprint", but can vary wildly in appearance and circumstance, and rarely share the same backstory. Tays are often given pseudonyms to make differentiation easier during story discussion.

Tay Traits
Tays share many features between incarnations. It should be noted that as Tays are not identical, an entity does not need to bear all these traits in order to be considered a Tay, and exceptions to most if not all the rules either are known to exist, or could be found to exist in the future. They are, however, good indicators for Tay status.

Typical Traits

 * The primary trait shared among Tays is parental status, or an openness to becoming a parent. Perhaps the only constant between Tays is that they all handle the care for at least one child at some point in their timeline.
 * An overwhelming number of Tays are male.
 * The majority of Tays go by the name "Tay", thus its use as the general name of the entities.
 * If a Tay has hair, it will frequently be in a ponytail. Blonde hair is by far the most common hair colour observed in Tays.
 * Tays are typically physically strong and are generally tall, relative to those around them. Defined muscular builds are common, but may not always accompany this physical strength.
 * Tays are typically human, and almost always humanoid at the least.

In addition, there are several traits that are much less consistent, but are still present in notable amounts of Tays.


 * Tays commonly make usage of, or are somehow associated with, shields and protective barriers.
 * Many Tays are associated with boats or naval elements, and the ability to operate on a boat is common.
 * Several Tays have the knowledge to pilot aircraft; often when this trait is present, it will include the operation of military fighter aircraft. Can sometimes extends to spacecraft.
 * Several Tays are capable in the operation or maintenance of mechs.
 * "Nachure" is a common surname observed in Tays.