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Post by Hoots Rowlet on Jan 3, 2024 21:21:54 GMT -5
A starbase on the border of Fedderation and Fae'Rhal space... a joint project is being worked on an in an attempt to bring the two nations together.
The U.S.S. Vanquisher is preparing for it's maiden voyage with several Fae'Rhal and Federation big wigs have arrived to oversee the launch.
The ceremony to chirstin the ship is about to take place as you and your senior staff watch from a nearby deck window at the starbase.
"Ah Captain Howlet. Good to be able to see you before you leave." You hear as an old bald man walks up to you. The legendary hero of Starfleet, Captain Jean-Luc Piccard. "I must admit she is a lovely ship for what it was built for, can't say it's my cup of tea though." He admitted. "It feels like we are entering a darker era. The Borg, the Dominion, the collapse of the old Romulan Empire...." He paused as if lamenting his failiure to save the later. "I had to get a look at you myself, get a feel for what kind of man you really were before you leave." He said.
"Don't take it personally young man." The Heroine of the Delta Quadrant Admiral Janeway says walking up coffee mug in hand. "The Galaxy is changing all around us. Us old farts just wanna make sure the baton is being properly passed to the next generation."
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Post by Manah on Jan 3, 2024 22:03:08 GMT -5
James
"It is a darker era", James said, nodding. "And that's precisely why there is a need for someone like me, and for a ship like her. Still... it is in the face of adversity that humankind thrives. We'll get through this", he said, smiling, before bowing down before the two humans.
"It is an honor to see you again, Admiral, Captain. I can't speak for the whole generation, but I assure you I intend to do everything in my power to usher both the Federation and the Howlet Clan into a brighter era."
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Post by Hoots Rowlet on Jan 3, 2024 22:05:19 GMT -5
"Here it is in five, four three two one!" A champagne bottle is shot out of a canon and smashes against the hull of the ship as everyone cheers.
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Post by Manah on Jan 4, 2024 0:10:25 GMT -5
James
James applauded along with the crowd, more than a little happy with his day so far and eager to find out how much better it could get after that.
"Well, to a brighter future", he said, reaching for his glass and raising it as a toast to the two veteran officers. He took a sip and nodded. "I should probably get out there and see my brother. I wish you two the best, and look forward to working with you in the future, if fate would have it", he said, though he would wait if they had further things to say or ask.
Otherwise, he took his leave and headed downstairs to seek out his brother, who was possibly there for the event. He tapped his combadge: "Computer, locate K'han Travis Howlet Jr", he requested. Unless Captain Picard and/or Admiral Janway have more to say, gonna head out to seek out Trav.
Using the ship's AI and sensors to detect Travis' location, with AI 8 and Cybernetic Senses MN 8, via a combadge request.
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Post by Hoots Rowlet on Jan 4, 2024 1:01:23 GMT -5
"The K'Han is located right behind you." It said.
"You'd think I'd miss out on my brother's big day. This a major achievement for human and Fae'Rhal alike." He said slapping your back. "I know you'll do us proud back on Zeist." He stated.
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Post by Manah on Jan 4, 2024 1:37:02 GMT -5
James
"Nah, I was pretty sure you were around, I just hadn't seen you yet", he said, smirking. "So? How do you like my ship?" he said half jokingly, knowing full well that Travis had designed several of the best systems on the giant Explorer/Battleship vessel.
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Post by Hoots Rowlet on Jan 4, 2024 1:39:38 GMT -5
"Could stand to be a few more kilometers longer." He joked. "She's a fine vessel. Treat her well, and she'll get you through just about any engagement."
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Post by Manah on Jan 4, 2024 1:54:24 GMT -5
James
"Heh. She's THICC, she don't need much more length than that to kick the proverbial ass of adversity", he said, chuckling. "Not gonna lie... can't wait until this ceremony's over so my crew and I can get in and bring her out into space. Speaking of which... I don't seem to have received any immediate duties from Starfleet for our first trip out there... do you need anything from us, maybe mix pleasure and work right off the bat?"
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Post by Hoots Rowlet on Jan 4, 2024 1:58:56 GMT -5
"I'm glad you asked that." He said. "Your first order of business is to escort some Federation colonists in setting up a colony on an uninhabited planet in the unknown regions." He said.
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Post by Manah on Jan 4, 2024 19:05:46 GMT -5
James
"Alright. Escort only, or help set them up once we get there?" he asked.
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Post by Hoots Rowlet on Jan 4, 2024 19:07:50 GMT -5
"That's up to your discretion." He said. "I was able to give you that much leeway. Either way your due back at the nearest starbase in 3 months." He explained.
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Post by Manah on Jan 4, 2024 19:32:47 GMT -5
James
"Well, should be way more than enough then, depending how far it is. I'll let you and Starfleet know if we finish early just in case something comes up, then. I'll look up the details when you send them over to the Vanquisher", he said with a smile.
"By the way, have you had a chance to meet my senior officers? C'mon, I'll introduce you", he said, proceeding to do so if he was interested. Basically going on with the pleasantries of the social event.
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Post by Hoots Rowlet on Jan 4, 2024 20:01:40 GMT -5
"Sure thing." He said following you to where your crew has gathered. The females in formal dresses instead of uniforms.
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Post by Manah on Jan 4, 2024 21:16:07 GMT -5
(OOC: Just realized I didn't give ranks to Otacon and the Medic. Former will be a Commander, and the latter a Lieutenant Commander.)
James
"Your attention, everyone? I'd like to introduce you all to my brother, and the K'han of Clan Howlet, Travis Howlet Jr. Travis, meet..."
"...Commander Keqing, my first officer, my right hand woman ever since we both served on the USS Valiant-C, 3 years ago. She's an excellent leader with a good head on her shoulders, and works perfectly well under pressure. I'd entrust the ship and crew to her any day."
"Lieutenant Issei Hyoudou. He has a bit of a reputation for being blunt, hotheaded and a bit of a ladies' man, but trust me, there are few pilots in the Federation whose skill compares to his. We've had a few flight exercices, and I like to think we are fairly close-matched", he said with a smile.
"Then we have Lieutenant Commander Nami. She is one of the few Orions in the Federation, and the highest ranked, last time I checked, and for good reason. Nami is quite professional and talented, and her navigational talents are quite incredible."
"You've already met Dr. "Otacon" Emmerich, of course", he said, as the engineer had heavily contributed to the design and construction of the USS Vanquisher. "I probably don't need to further state his many qualities."
"Here is our chief security officer, Liteutenant Commander Kagura Mikazuchi. A woman of many talents, great combat skills, and... honestly unbelievable physical prowess. In a pure physical combat match, she can very much beat me to a pulp if I don't have access to my powers."
"Our... unconventional, but very much effective chief medical officer, Dr. Joseph Heilburger Ludwig, also known as 'Medic'. His methods and ethics have... occasionally landed him in trouble with the Federation, but the man is a genius and he gets results."
"Our main scientist, Commander Lunamaria Hawke, whom I believe you have met before? She is one of the best in her field as well. I have seen her put together phenomenal devices in the time it takes other people to cook a meal."
"And finally, Lieutenant Commander Fubuki, our ship counselor... and a powerful Esper. Her psychic abilities are easily as admirable as her training and experience in psychiatry and psychology."
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Post by Hoots Rowlet on Jan 4, 2024 21:26:25 GMT -5
he introduces himself and says thanks and encouragement to all of them....
soon enough it becomes time for the ship to take off on it's maiden voyage.
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