Still here as well. Though Ariamis, not sure if you feel a collab is needed to address Maria right now though honestly, I'm waiting on everyone else to post in case they want in on whatever starts up between Ritsu and Maria.
I have been thinking about a possible second character, if such a thing were allowed? They would play the part of a support. The general idea would be that of a mobile/remote shield generator. The werk would have low armor and move fast, its primary function would be to generate light energy shields for front line units. That, or a long range repair. Sniper rifle loaded with nano-machines... Think Ana from overwatch. I feel another support character would help to round out the overall group, as well as make divided missions a little easier, too.
Shrugs, just a thought.