After talking to each of his subordinate mech designers, Ves gained a good sense of their individual progress. He also sounded out their willingness to remain a part of his team even if Ves attracted trouble!
He underestimated their resolve. Most of the mech designers he hired weren't set up for success.
The Tovar mech designers had money, power and connections, but failed to translate these advantages effectively.
The Ylvainan mech designers mostly consisted of a mixed bunch. They were incredibly devoted to their faith, but couldn't channel that into their work.
Mayer was very bright, but he was so calm that his passion levels were muted.
Merill possessed the most interacting background and experiences of all. Despite her many ordeals with pirates, she appeared to be a bona fide rational mech designer!
The last two mech designers gave Ves a bit of a headache in terms of their future development.
