---
unit: heroes/rowan-hale
file_prefix: rowan-hale
status: exploration
mode: Concept Prototype Sheet
version: v002
date: 2026-05-17
image: rowan-hale_2026-05-17_v002.png
prompt: rowan-hale_2026-05-17_v002.prompt.md
source_image: /mnt/data/vault/dobsonian-field-command/.fieldvault-state/generated/rowan-hale_2026-05-17_230524_openai.png
vault_path: /mnt/data/vault/dobsonian-field-command/02-generated/heroes/rowan-hale/
---

## Verdict
Rejected as canonical direction. Preserved as exploration only.

Strong character design, but reads slightly less institutional/reference-oriented and slightly more like generic command-character concept art.

## Keep
- useful contrast pass for what to avoid in future hero generations

## Refine
- do not use as canonical Rowan Hale direction

## Notes
Exploration candidate only. Canonical hero baseline is v001. Do not promote to selected/final.