Lydia wears her blond hair in a bun, which tends to make her look like a 'school marm".
Marston, like her new Captain, is a patriotic officer with a strong belief in the military and a deep interest in military history. Several of her off-duty interests reflect this, and she and Commandant Gray Indulge In playing military simulation games on a regular basis.
Marston has a strong tendency toward outspokenness. She speaks her mind, even when her opinions are unpopular. Luckily, she has always had superiors who respected candor. However, she is a very poor diplomat, and this may hold back her chances of advancement to command rank.
Marston is an efficient First Officer and a fine leader. She is extremely popular aboard ship, commanding both respect and friendship from her peers and subordinates alike.