First appearance: Skypiercer Part 1
Glotun is a politician the party met during the Skypiercer prequel. He arrived bearing favors and left without the one thing he wanted. He was a fighter before he took up politics, and he hid his real errand under a friendly offer of help: he wanted the emperor’s ear so he could divert the southern aqueduct toward Plintos.
Story
In Skypiercer Part 1, Glotun approached the party and opened with generosity, offering them favors. The offer came with strings. Once the pleasantries were done, he revealed that he wanted access to the emperor so he could lobby to divert the southern aqueduct for the benefit of Plintos. The party heard him out and turned him down.
In Skypiercer Part 2, a closer look at Glotun gave more context to his scheme. His wealth was described as “Ivy League rich,” rather than opulent. He also seemed to believe that Plintos was paying him for his trouble. Whether Plintos ever actually paid him, the story did not say.
Personality and Abilities
Glotun was portly and balding, and he wore loose, toga-like robes that suited a politician more than a soldier. He had fought once, though by the time the party met him his weapon of choice was the favor. His manner was that of a practiced lobbyist: open with favors, close with the ask. He was rich without being opulent, the “Ivy League” kind of rich.
Relationships
- Plintos: Glotun lobbied on their behalf to divert the southern aqueduct, and he appeared to believe they were paying him for it.