Mission: Where Do We Go From Here?

Created by Lieutenant Jean-Baptiste Dorsainvil on Sun Sep 7th, 2025 @ 11:33pm

Mission: Where Do We Go From Here?

The USS Astrea, a Galaxy-class starship, is recommissioned after a lengthy refit at Jupiter Station. Her crew begin arriving over the course of several days during her final diagnostics.


Slipstream Drive: Part 1, Meet the Scientist

The senior staff gather in Engineering to review the Imperator's refit and new slipstream drive, meeting Dr. Hurtz and troubleshooting both technical issues and interdepartmental cooperation.

Category: Mission Arc
Slipstream Drive: Part 2, What Could Possibly Go Wrong

The senior staff reviews the Imperator’s experimental slipstream drive, balancing its incredible speed potential against significant technical risks to weapons and power systems before launch.

Category: Mission Arc
Talking with Big Brother

Rose Wilson catches up with her brother aboard the USS Jacksonville, discussing family worries, career challenges, and the uncertainty surrounding Imperator’s upcoming launch.

Category: Character Moment
Remy’s on First, Vila’s on Second, but Where’s the Captain?

Remy and Vila tour the Imperator’s departments, sharing concerns over the still-absent captain and looming crew arrivals while juggling readiness checks and departmental priorities.

Category: Mission Arc
Meet the Science Staff, Part 1

Newly arrived science officers meet the Imperator’s senior science leadership, touring the labs and preparing for their first collaborative mission assignments.

Category: Mission Arc
First and Second's Civilian Facilities Walk-Through

Remy and Vila tour the Imperator’s civilian facilities, including classrooms, playgrounds, and a movie theater, assessing their readiness for families and discussing personal reflections on career and parenthood.

Category: Mission Arc
Meet the Science Staff, Part 2

Vila, Ghiram, and Dani discuss the Imperator’s science labs, unpacking their expectations, lab setup preferences, and the challenges of working together as a newly assembled team.

Category: Mission Arc
The Chief Engineer's What the What of a Day

Nash Winters returns home to his family after a long day in engineering, reconnecting with his wife Sara and daughter Alex, and discussing onboard schooling, crew integration, and family life aboard the USS Imperator.

Category: Character Arc / Civilian Life
Look Who's Here... Part 1

First Officer Remy Johansen walks through the arboretum to meet new crew members, including Ensign P'Rar (Thisbe), Nurse Thivi, and Ensign Rose Wilson, establishing early interactions and first impressions.

Category: Character Introduction
Lab Rats Part 1: Where does this go?

Dani Harper, Hunter Lloyd, and Rose Wilson team up in the Security and Intelligence Support Lab to unpack and inventory crates, sharing personal histories and reflections on the Mars attack while learning how to work together as new shipmates.

Category: Character Introduction
Lab Rats Part 2: Buffer Time

Dani Harper and Hunter Lloyd take a break from unpacking crates in the Security and Intelligence Support Lab, sharing coffee, conversation, and a glimpse into their personalities before returning to duty.

Category: Character Introduction
Not Much to Go On...

Commander Remy Johansen confronts Admiral Chapman over Starfleet’s secrecy about the Imperator’s new commanding officer, only to learn the name at last: Morgan Conroy. With the ship’s launch moved up and morale under strain, Remy is left with few answers—and even less time.

Category: Command Tension
Ghiram's Lab

Ensign Dani Harper sets up the Security and Intelligence Support Lab under Lieutenant JG Ghiram Korin, navigating monitors, isolinear chips, and his pointed cultural critiques. Their banter blends technical guidance with lessons on Starfleet decorum, showcasing her growing confidence and the challenges of a young officer in a multi-species crew.

Category: Science Staff Setup
Last Day on the Job

Captain Morgan Conroy commands the USS Jacksonville in a Tholian disputed zone on his final patrol before transferring to the USS Imperator, navigating combat, tactical decisions, and crew safety.

Category: Starship Operations / Combat
Look Who's Here... Part 2

Remy Johansen continues meeting crew members in the arboretum, with lighthearted banter among Rose, Thivi, and Vila before Nash Winters arrives with his wife Sara and daughter Alexandra, leading to a playful and promising first interaction with the teenager.

Category: Character Introduction / Crew Interaction
Ensign Rose Wilson

After a tense exchange with Admiral Chapman, Remy Johansen summons Vila Lorut and Rose Wilson to the Ready Room. Rose is abruptly reassigned to Operations for Bridge duty training, while Vila provides reassurance. Remy announces an eight-hour readiness roster and reveals that Captain Morgan Conroy will soon assume command, with launch potentially accelerated by 24 hours.

Category: Command Decisions / Crew Reassignment
A Piece of Ferasa

S’Niri leads Dani Harper on a holodeck hike across the deserts of Ferasa Prime, recounting her family history and clan politics while pointing out the planet’s unforgiving wildlife. Their trek takes them to the bustling El’eke Market, where they sample spiced meats, sweet drinks, and even browse dresses from a Ferengi vendor, blending cultural exchange with camaraderie.

Category: Crew Interaction / Cultural Exploration
Defense or Offense

Commander Clay McEntyre leads a rigorous security training session in the Josiah McEntyre Memorial facilities, putting junior officers through CQB, rifle drills, and MACO-inspired ground combat simulations to prepare them for boarding actions and potential Romulan threats.

Category: Security Training / Tactical Prep
I'm Bored! (Daddy/Daughter Date)

Nash Winters takes his daughter Alexandra on a spontaneous day trip to Jupiter Station. Together they explore shops, pick out gifts (including Alex’s first light makeup), and end the outing with waffles and ice cream for dinner—cementing a joyful father-daughter bonding moment before launch.

Category: Family Life / Character Development
Arrival

Mundy transfers from the USS Guam to the USS Imperator. After four days in transit, he beams aboard, is greeted by security, and has his luggage sent to his quarters. He is then directed to report to the bridge to check in with command, marking his official arrival aboard the ship.

Category: Crew Arrival / Orientation
Attention All Hands

Commander Remira Johansen delivers a ship-wide announcement: the USS Imperator is now on an 8-hour readiness alert in anticipation of the incoming Captain’s arrival. Departments mobilize immediately, adjusting duty rosters, securing labs, and preparing for operations. Crew members across Engineering, Security, Medical, and Operations respond, ensuring the ship is ready for rapid deployment.

Category: Ship Operations / Readiness / Character Interaction
Look Who's Here, Part 3

Nash and Sara enjoy a rare, intimate breakfast together while their daughter Alexandra interacts with the senior staff of the USS Imperator. Alex expresses her ambitions for a Starfleet career, and the adults encourage her curiosity and confidence. Conversations include sports, science, and the challenges of adolescence. Meanwhile, Nash and Sara bond over their shared parenting and professional experiences, before planning to show Alex the ship’s slipstream drive, blending family life with the ongoing operations of the starship.

Category: Family Life / Character Development / Crew Interaction
Nevan Kayto, Civilian Operations, Part 1

Bajoran Civil Operations Specialist Nevan Kayto arrives aboard the USS Imperator and is greeted by security officer Enam Nemec. He is escorted to his quarters and receives a brief tour of the ship. Later, Kayto meets with Commander Johansen and Dr. Vila Lorut in the XO’s office. He outlines his goals to support senior staff and the civilian population. Kayto notes potential needs for personnel and specialized training, establishing his professional approach and first impressions of life aboard the ship.

Category: Crew Introduction / Civil Operations / Starship Life
Strange Encounters

Romulan Affairs officer Phesgm “Tel’im” meets Ensign Rose Wilson and Commander Vila Lorut outside a USS Imperator restroom. They exchange introductions, discuss Fleet etiquette, and share a few personal insights. The interaction establishes early rapport and mutual respect. They agree to continue their conversation over lunch, hinting at the developing dynamic among the crew.

Category: Character Interaction / Crew Life
Curiosity In Sickbay

Romulan Affairs officer Tel’im visits Sickbay for her physical and meets Thivi, a Kelpien nurse. They discuss Starfleet diversity, Federation Standard, and glimpses of Tel’im’s personal life, including her family and war experiences. Thivi shares her own hopes and challenges, emphasizing her rare presence aboard. Their interaction establishes mutual curiosity, respect, and a potential friendship.

Category: Character Interaction / Starfleet Life / Cultural Exchange
The New Counselor

Remy Johansen and Commander Vila Lorut meet the new Chief Counselor, Dr. Joey, an android, in the partially renovated Psychiatric Wing. They discuss office setup, mural plans, and crew mental health protocols. Joey outlines his approach to fitness-for-duty reporting and emphasizes practicality. Conversations touch on adolescent accommodations and ethical considerations. The post establishes early rapport and collaboration with senior staff.

Category: Character Interaction / Starfleet Life / Leadership
Reporting In

Lieutenant Jules Mundy arrives on the USS Imperator bridge and reports for duty as Operations Officer. He meets Commander Remira Johansen, Commander Vila Lorut, and other senior staff. The crew briefs him on a sudden 8-hour readiness alert, power distribution, and slipstream drive issues. Guidance is given on prioritizing critical systems and connecting with Chief Engineer Nash Winters. The post introduces Mundy’s first impressions and integration into ship operations.

Category: Character Interaction / Starfleet Life / Operations
A Position Gained, A Pastry Eaten... Or Three

Tel’im meets Commander Remy Johansen at the Rose Café to celebrate clearing her Starfleet vetting. They discuss her upcoming assignment, patrol duties near the neutral zone, and interspecies collaboration. Tel’im shares details about her wife’s refugee colony and travel plans, while Remy provides guidance on logistics and boarding. Their conversation fosters mutual respect and friendship.

Category: Character Interaction / Starfleet Life / Cultural Exchange
Nevan Kayto, Civilian Operations, Part 2

Remy Johansen and Commander Vila Lorut meet with Nevan Kayto to discuss his Civilian Operations team’s training, including combat, first aid, and field readiness. They review mission priorities near the neutral zone and coordination with Starfleet departments. Kayto outlines his team’s focus on smaller Federation worlds and Romulan culture. The discussion emphasizes teamwork, interdepartmental collaboration, and preparation for upcoming assignments.

Category: Character Interaction / Starfleet Life / Mission Planning
Diplomacy In The Room

Tel’im welcomes Nevan Kayto to the Diplomatic Affairs Suite, sharing coffee and conversation about their backgrounds, Starfleet service, and approaches to civilian support. They discuss cultural understanding, operational priorities, and Romulan customs. Tel’im offers guidance and establishes trust, while Kayto emphasizes collaboration and respect. The interaction sets the stage for effective teamwork and interspecies cooperation aboard the USS Imperator.

Category: Character Interaction / Starfleet Life / Diplomacy
Just in Time

Shelly Guevera arrives on the USS Imperator just hours before launch. Acting Captain Remy Johansen and XO Vila Lorut brief her on duties, shuttle operations, and accommodations. She shares her medical needs and work preferences, setting boundaries while preparing to join senior staff. The meeting establishes trust and readiness for the mission ahead.

Category: Character Interaction / Starfleet Life / Senior Staff Integration

Categories: Mission Archive