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#31
Star Trek: Drake's Legacy [Modiphius 2d20] / Re: Supervisory & Supporting C...
Last post by Davy, aka GM - March 30, 2025, 06:49:13 PMSonek, son of Sorak
Starfleet Cadet, 3rd Class
Starfleet Academy (Class of 2291)
21-year-old Vulcan male (b. ca. 2268, Ta'Vistar, Vulcan)
Department: Science
Traits: Vulcan, Starfleet Academy Cadet
ATTRIBUTES
Control - 10
Daring - 9
Fitness - 9
Insight - 8
Presence - 7
Reason - 11*
DISCIPLINES
Command - 1
Conn - 2
Security - 1
Engineering - 3
Science - 4
Medicine - 2
FOCUSES
Force Fields, Physics, Research
TALENTS
Mental Discipline - While Vulcans have some psychic capabilities, they require training to use it effectively (see the Mind Meld talent, page 154). Further, your maximum Stress is based on your Control rather than your Fitness, and you may suffer 2 Stress to avoid suffering any trait that represents an emotional state. However, if you become Fatigued, you increase the Potency of any such emotion-related trait by 1.
Introduced: 1.7, Featured: 1.11
NOTES
Sonek is the son of Captain Sorak (Portmaster, Eridani Shipyards) and V'Kor Investigator T'Kiri. He followed his father into Starfleet when he was old enough, but remained true to himself by sticking to scientific study rather than the more practical applications his father prefers.
Sonek had a bit of trouble integrating at the Academy until he got over his own stiffness and learned to relax a bit. His cadet cruise assignment aboard the Drake has been both his greatest experience (being out there on the front lines) and his worst fear (being stuck in his father's shadow). Either way, Sonek is determined to serve with distinction, regardless of the lighting.
Starfleet Cadet, 3rd Class
Starfleet Academy (Class of 2291)
21-year-old Vulcan male (b. ca. 2268, Ta'Vistar, Vulcan)
Department: Science
Traits: Vulcan, Starfleet Academy Cadet
ATTRIBUTES
Control - 10
Daring - 9
Fitness - 9
Insight - 8
Presence - 7
Reason - 11*
DISCIPLINES
Command - 1
Conn - 2
Security - 1
Engineering - 3
Science - 4
Medicine - 2
FOCUSES
Force Fields, Physics, Research
TALENTS
Mental Discipline - While Vulcans have some psychic capabilities, they require training to use it effectively (see the Mind Meld talent, page 154). Further, your maximum Stress is based on your Control rather than your Fitness, and you may suffer 2 Stress to avoid suffering any trait that represents an emotional state. However, if you become Fatigued, you increase the Potency of any such emotion-related trait by 1.
Introduced: 1.7, Featured: 1.11
NOTES
Sonek is the son of Captain Sorak (Portmaster, Eridani Shipyards) and V'Kor Investigator T'Kiri. He followed his father into Starfleet when he was old enough, but remained true to himself by sticking to scientific study rather than the more practical applications his father prefers.
Sonek had a bit of trouble integrating at the Academy until he got over his own stiffness and learned to relax a bit. His cadet cruise assignment aboard the Drake has been both his greatest experience (being out there on the front lines) and his worst fear (being stuck in his father's shadow). Either way, Sonek is determined to serve with distinction, regardless of the lighting.
#32
Star Trek: Drake's Legacy [Modiphius 2d20] / Re: Episode 2.03: The Trill Qu...
Last post by Nolmir - March 28, 2025, 03:52:01 PMTobin nods gratefully to Voshen as he excuses himself. As the navigator walks away, he turns back to Jeeri. "I take it that the ambassador is not willing to disclose the existence of the symbionts to the Federation, then?" Tobin asks, his voice lowered. "Because if so, I am afraid that may scuttle our application. Our world's reticence on certain topics makes many think we have something to hide, Jeeri."
#33
Star Trek: Drake's Legacy [Modiphius 2d20] / Re: Episode 2.03: The Trill Qu...
Last post by socrates200X - March 26, 2025, 03:04:09 PMA small but noted pause fell over the three of them. Voshen clicked neutrally. "Well. I believe I will make my introductions to the rest of the delegation. Commander. Legate Prussk." Steepling his fingers and bowing slightly, Voshen moved to brightly greet the other aides in the room, giving the commander space to speak to the Legate in relative privacy.
#34
Star Trek: Drake's Legacy [Modiphius 2d20] / Re: Episode 2.03: The Trill Qu...
Last post by Renny - March 24, 2025, 04:56:42 PMQuote from: Davy, aka GM on March 24, 2025, 02:03:24 PMCole
OOC: In the 2280s, the only way to block transporters is using shields. Transport inhibitors are later 24th Century technology.
"We weren't given permission to set up the necessary shield generators to cover the complex," Dax notes.
"Of course not," Olabodheo confirms. "It would have been too disruptive to the tourist season."
"Alphan Orbital Guard patrol craft and two Starfleet escorts will be on station over the planet as a picket to prevent unauthorized vessels from entering transporter range of the planet," Carpenter continues. "And we have all sorts of sensors trained on the complex, so we'll know someone's coming before they get here.
"We even have a couple crack transporter teams who will attempt to intercept incoming unauthorized beams."
"It's as good a net as we can cast here," Dax concludes.
Cole nods appreciatively. "Sounds pretty thorough to me, sir. Thank you."
#35
Star Trek: Drake's Legacy [Modiphius 2d20] / Re: Episode 2.03: The Trill Qu...
Last post by Davy, aka GM - March 24, 2025, 02:03:24 PMCole
OOC: In the 2280s, the only way to block transporters is using shields. Transport inhibitors are later 24th Century technology.
"We weren't given permission to set up the necessary shield generators to cover the complex," Dax notes.
"Of course not," Olabodheo confirms. "It would have been too disruptive to the tourist season."
"Alphan Orbital Guard patrol craft and two Starfleet escorts will be on station over the planet as a picket to prevent unauthorized vessels from entering transporter range of the planet," Carpenter continues. "And we have all sorts of sensors trained on the complex, so we'll know someone's coming before they get here.
"We even have a couple crack transporter teams who will attempt to intercept incoming unauthorized beams."
"It's as good a net as we can cast here," Dax concludes.
Tobin & Voshen
"She's...," Jeeri shifts her gaze between Voshen and Tobin. "...well, she's reticent, but...hopeful, I suppose? I don't think anyone on our team was ready for the level of opposition our application received. If it was just one voice speaking out because of whatever crusade they're on, sure, that sort of thing we know how to deal with - but this is a popular delegate who can pull an entire voting bloc behind him. The ambassador has sometimes wondered if Trill really needs Federation membership that badly - it's not worth sacrificing our principles and cultural identity.
"The hopeful part is that she agreed to the preconference session, and the Novans did, too. She was named Ambassador to the Federation because she believes joining that government will benefit our people, so this is something she wants."
OOC: BTW, Jeeri is pronounced jee-AIR-ee.
OOC: In the 2280s, the only way to block transporters is using shields. Transport inhibitors are later 24th Century technology.
"We weren't given permission to set up the necessary shield generators to cover the complex," Dax notes.
"Of course not," Olabodheo confirms. "It would have been too disruptive to the tourist season."
"Alphan Orbital Guard patrol craft and two Starfleet escorts will be on station over the planet as a picket to prevent unauthorized vessels from entering transporter range of the planet," Carpenter continues. "And we have all sorts of sensors trained on the complex, so we'll know someone's coming before they get here.
"We even have a couple crack transporter teams who will attempt to intercept incoming unauthorized beams."
"It's as good a net as we can cast here," Dax concludes.
Tobin & Voshen
Quote from: Nolmir on March 18, 2025, 04:44:23 PM"Which leads me to ask," he continues, "what is Ambassador Voliax's position on Federation membership? I'm afraid it feels as though my crew and I are being brought into this whole thing half-blind."
"She's...," Jeeri shifts her gaze between Voshen and Tobin. "...well, she's reticent, but...hopeful, I suppose? I don't think anyone on our team was ready for the level of opposition our application received. If it was just one voice speaking out because of whatever crusade they're on, sure, that sort of thing we know how to deal with - but this is a popular delegate who can pull an entire voting bloc behind him. The ambassador has sometimes wondered if Trill really needs Federation membership that badly - it's not worth sacrificing our principles and cultural identity.
"The hopeful part is that she agreed to the preconference session, and the Novans did, too. She was named Ambassador to the Federation because she believes joining that government will benefit our people, so this is something she wants."
OOC: BTW, Jeeri is pronounced jee-AIR-ee.
#36
Star Trek: Drake's Legacy [Modiphius 2d20] / Re: Episode 2.03: The Trill Qu...
Last post by Renny - March 23, 2025, 04:38:24 PMQuote from: Davy, aka GM on March 17, 2025, 03:46:40 PM"Any questions?" the lieutenant commander asks.
"Sir, does the complex have any measures in place to restrict transporter access?"
#37
Star Trek: Drake's Legacy [Modiphius 2d20] / Re: Episode 2.03: The Trill Qu...
Last post by Nolmir - March 18, 2025, 04:44:23 PMQuote from: Davy, aka GM on March 17, 2025, 03:46:40 PM"It's certainly an adventure, between the polarization of Legorian Hall* along application lines, the almost off-putting nature of the Federation commissariats' enthusiasm, and the opposition of the Novan-aligned bloc in the Federation Council. But that's what this preconference session's about, right?"
Tobin nods. "I suppose so. Honestly, I'd rather leave this sort of thing to you -- I'm much more at home in my lab than dealing with politicians -- but I can hardly refuse being personally asked by Kurzon Dax," he says in a self-deprecating fashion mirroring Jeeri's own non-boastful boasting.
"Which leads me to ask," he continues, "what is Ambassador Voliax's position on Federation membership? I'm afraid it feels as though my crew and I are being brought into this whole thing half-blind."
#38
Star Trek: Drake's Legacy [Modiphius 2d20] / Re: Episode 2.03: The Trill Qu...
Last post by Davy, aka GM - March 17, 2025, 03:46:40 PMTobin & Voshen
Jeeri seems to be genuinely happy to see Tobin, but appears to seamlessly switch to a general "professional friendliness" mode that is common to diplomats within a disturbingly few moments. It makes Voshen wonder if they are more rivals than friends.
"Youngest Legate in the Interstellar Office," she boasts, although, with Jeeri, it never sounds like boasting - more like nervous acceptance of praise. But, Tobin knows her ego; it's boasting.
"It's certainly an adventure, between the polarization of Legorian Hall* along application lines, the almost off-putting nature of the Federation commissariats' enthusiasm, and the opposition of the Novan-aligned bloc in the Federation Council. But that's what this preconference session's about, right?"
* Legorian Hall is name of the Trill World Legislature building, and is sometimes used colloquially to refer to the legislature itself. -Ed
Cole
"Glad to hear it," Olabodheo responds, just as brightly.
Carpenter gestures for the team to find seats around the table. He briefly describes the function of the operations center and notes that the Drake team's communicators have already been linked to the conference network. He then goes describes the security plan:
- Alpha III's planetary security forces have secured a two block perimeter around the complex, and has shut down nearby resorts to limit beach traffic. They are also providing ingress and egress security at the complex street entrance.
- Security within the complex and on the beach are being handled by Federation Security personnel, and the teams attached to FCAT are currently performing sweeps and setting up command centers around the complex, which is why the Drake team is needed for the preconference session.
- Security for the 3rd & 4th Floors of Uwaano Hall (which have been set aside for the preconference session), as well as the Trill and Novan delegations' quarters, will be handed over to Cole for the duration of the preconference session. Federation Security will continue to handle access to the hall itself.
- Phaser Is are mandated on duty. Phaser IIs are authorized on the 3rd and 4th floors, which Carpenter calls "Sensitive Areas," at Cole's discretion. Kill settings are authorized only in the event of being attacked with deadly force.
- Alpha III planetary security point of contact is Commander Buurunti. FCAT Security point of contact is Agent-in-Charge Montfort. Lt. Cmdr. Carpenter is the general FCAT/Starfleet point of contact. Dax, of course, is available to liaise with all groups, as well.
"Any questions?" the lieutenant commander asks.
Quote from: socrates200X on March 13, 2025, 04:29:49 PMA smile wrinkled at his eyes, and Lt. Vohsen bowed slightly as he accepted the proffered hand. "Legate, a pleasure." The coldness of her palms briefly took him aback, but he remembered this biological quirk as part of his diplomatic prep. "I am cheered to see that you and the Commander are acquainted."
Jeeri seems to be genuinely happy to see Tobin, but appears to seamlessly switch to a general "professional friendliness" mode that is common to diplomats within a disturbingly few moments. It makes Voshen wonder if they are more rivals than friends.
Quote from: Nolmir on March 13, 2025, 04:42:53 PM"I must say I am surprised to see you, but then I guess I shouldn't be. You always were ambitious -- 'bound for great things,' Master Nohr said."
"Youngest Legate in the Interstellar Office," she boasts, although, with Jeeri, it never sounds like boasting - more like nervous acceptance of praise. But, Tobin knows her ego; it's boasting.
Quote from: Nolmir on March 13, 2025, 04:42:53 PMTurning to Voshen, Tobin explains, "The legate and I were ... classmates, in our youth." Returning his attention to Jeeri, he adds with a smile, " It's good to see you again, Jeeri. From the look of you, I'd say diplomatic life suits you."
"It's certainly an adventure, between the polarization of Legorian Hall* along application lines, the almost off-putting nature of the Federation commissariats' enthusiasm, and the opposition of the Novan-aligned bloc in the Federation Council. But that's what this preconference session's about, right?"
* Legorian Hall is name of the Trill World Legislature building, and is sometimes used colloquially to refer to the legislature itself. -Ed
Cole
"Glad to hear it," Olabodheo responds, just as brightly.
Carpenter gestures for the team to find seats around the table. He briefly describes the function of the operations center and notes that the Drake team's communicators have already been linked to the conference network. He then goes describes the security plan:
- Alpha III's planetary security forces have secured a two block perimeter around the complex, and has shut down nearby resorts to limit beach traffic. They are also providing ingress and egress security at the complex street entrance.
- Security within the complex and on the beach are being handled by Federation Security personnel, and the teams attached to FCAT are currently performing sweeps and setting up command centers around the complex, which is why the Drake team is needed for the preconference session.
- Security for the 3rd & 4th Floors of Uwaano Hall (which have been set aside for the preconference session), as well as the Trill and Novan delegations' quarters, will be handed over to Cole for the duration of the preconference session. Federation Security will continue to handle access to the hall itself.
- Phaser Is are mandated on duty. Phaser IIs are authorized on the 3rd and 4th floors, which Carpenter calls "Sensitive Areas," at Cole's discretion. Kill settings are authorized only in the event of being attacked with deadly force.
- Alpha III planetary security point of contact is Commander Buurunti. FCAT Security point of contact is Agent-in-Charge Montfort. Lt. Cmdr. Carpenter is the general FCAT/Starfleet point of contact. Dax, of course, is available to liaise with all groups, as well.
"Any questions?" the lieutenant commander asks.
#39
Star Trek: Drake's Legacy [Modiphius 2d20] / Re: Episode 2.03: The Trill Qu...
Last post by Renny - March 13, 2025, 05:37:25 PMQuote from: Davy, aka GM on March 13, 2025, 03:54:15 PM"Lieutenant, a pleasure to have you with us," Carpenter greets, standing and approaching to shake the lieutenant's hand.
Olabodheo also approaches, offering his hand after the lieutenant commander. "Welcome to Alpha III, Mr. Cole. Thank you for volunteering to assist us in this most important mission." He sounds like a politician.
Cole grasps Carpenter's hand first, then Olabodheo's, exchanging greetings with both.
"Glad to be here," he says brightly. "My team and I are here to do whatever we can to make this run smoothly."
#40
Star Trek: Drake's Legacy [Modiphius 2d20] / Re: Episode 2.03: The Trill Qu...
Last post by Renny - March 13, 2025, 05:25:49 PMQuote from: Davy, aka GM on March 13, 2025, 03:54:15 PMAs Cole drops Regina off at her room, she reaches up to kiss him good night
* How long that goodnight kiss lasts is up to Cole. - Ed.
OOC:An officer and a gentleman never tells...