A somewhat embittered freedom fighter, Nie leads a small faction that opposes the military objectives of Drake Luft. Both of his parents are killed early in the war by Drake's forces, leaving him the sole survivor of the Given family name. He commands the Aura ship, Zelana, and is harsh but dedicated to his crew. He also finds himself faced with conflict during the war as he carries on a romance with Rimul Luft, Drake's daughter.