Editorial

Are Modern Vulcans Refusing To Engage In Ritualistic Pon Farr To Pursue Career Goals?

FNS reporter Dresdon P. Mitchell explores the modern issues concerning rituals and rites of Vulcans. In a previous special report, I discussed how the modern…

Editorial

Starfleet Scientists Hold Holo-Conference at New Horizons

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FNS reporter Dresdon P. Mitchell revisits his experience at the New Horizons Holo-Conference last year, and how this year, many of the questions and ideas…

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President Narala complacent while Argelius system burns

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As the Argelius system suffers from devastating infernos, FNS contributor Sariah Menaji argues Federation President Narala's response and leadership is severely lacking.

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Preparing for the Worst: Perspectives from a Prison Camp Survivor

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In his latest column, Lixa Dansha examines whether the Federation is ready for conflict in light of new tensions from the Tholians and other threats.

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Genetic engineering in the Federation: a time for reflection

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J’mai Osen questions the aversion to genetic engineering in the Federation scientific community.

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The Hive Mind: A Rebuttal for the Rational

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J’mai Osen pushes back against the notion that the spirit of the Federation has anything in common with the Borg hive mind.

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The “hive mind” of the Federation and the Borg: Are they similar to one another?

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When people think of the Borg, they imagine the worst possible way someone can be thrown into a system against their will. Acting in a manner as if it’s the only way for others to join them. The Collective’s techniques are questionable at best and the way people are turned into mindless drones is unnerving, but doesn’t Starfleet act in a similar manner?

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The Trouble with the Klingon Empire, Part 2

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FNS foreign affairs reporter Flynn Dupond concludes his two-part editorial series about the Klingon Empire, bringing attention now to its social and civil problems.

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The Klingon Empire: Accepted Ally or Tolerated Blot?

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In this two-part editorial series, FNS foreign affairs reporter Flynn Dupond questions the Federation’s alliance with an empire built on conquest, subjugation, and conflict.

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FNS names Li Xinmin as new editor-in-chief

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PARIS, EARTH — The Federation News Service has named veteran journalist Li Xinmin as its new editor-in-chief.

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USS Juneau takes shore leave as Federation presence grows on station

LIGHTSIDE STATION — Crew of USS Juneau (NX-99801) enjoys shore leave on the Spike and welcomes the USS Grace Hopper, a Science and Engineering support vessel to the Aavaro Wilds. Recognizing the expanding importance and a growing number of long-term projects Starfleet Command has assigned… The post USS Juneau takes shore leave as Federation presence grows on station appeared first on StarBase 118 Star Trek RPG. [...]

Crew of the Thor takes leave following exhaustion

CARDASSIA PRIME – While Starfleet Command debriefs Fleet Captain Aron Kells and First Officer Geoffrey Teller regarding the events surrounding their last mission, the thoroughly exhausted crew of the USS Thor has dispersed widely in their pursuit of rest & relaxation. For Ensign Anton Richards,… The post Crew of the Thor takes leave following exhaustion appeared first on StarBase 118 Star Trek RPG. [...]

USS Veritas visits Star Station Esperance after encounter with renegade Klingons

STAR STATION ESPERANCE — After a hard encounter with rebel members of the Klingon Empire, the crew of USS Veritas (NCC-95035) returned to Star Station Esperance for a much-needed break. The station houses a Starfleet Annex under Commander Zhou Tai-Sheng’s charge. Under the watchful eye… The post USS Veritas visits Star Station Esperance after encounter with renegade Klingons appeared first on StarBase 118 Star Trek RPG. [...]

USS Constitution in shipyard following encounter with Orion Syndicate

STARBASE 104 — Having sustained significant damage requiring her to be towed from the Shahar Nebula, the USS Constitution (NCC-9012-B) puts in for extensive repairs whilst the crew recuperate. It is a very rare occurrence for a Starfleet vessel to lose a warp nacelle, and… The post USS Constitution in shipyard following encounter with Orion Syndicate appeared first on StarBase 118 Star Trek RPG. [...]

Talks begin on Oscion as USS Chin’toka races to save Rettaani freighter

PAR’THA EXPANSE — After arriving at Oscion, the USS Chin’toka dispatched a team to assist a freighter in distress even as envoys began talks with the representatives of the Caraadian Houses. Upon arrival in the Oscion system, the crew of the USS Chin’toka discovered that… The post Talks begin on Oscion as USS Chin’toka races to save Rettaani freighter appeared first on StarBase 118 Star Trek RPG. [...]

Body swaps plague Arrow crew during diplomatic overtures

GENTII – Following a successful promotion ceremony and accompanying celebration, the Arrow set off to the planet of the Gentii, where, to the surprise of none, an unexpected occurrence threw the mission into jeopardy. ”What? It’s me. Am I dreaming?” summed up the ship’s Chief… The post Body swaps plague Arrow crew during diplomatic overtures appeared first on StarBase 118 Star Trek RPG. [...]

Cardassian prison escapees barely elude capture by Starfleet

SS FOURCADE, DMZ — Maquis cell Skarbek stole a Cardassian vessel from Ve’ot Tok while imprisoned members of the cell escaped prison before imminent death. Our war correspondence office received details regarding the daring rescue of the imprisoned Skarbek members. Upon learning the location of… The post Cardassian prison escapees barely elude capture by Starfleet appeared first on StarBase 118 Star Trek RPG. [...]

Ops crew returns from shore leave, honoured in a Klingon ceremony

STARBASE 118 OPS — After returning from restful and fun shore leave, the Ops crew are honoured in a Klingon ceremony for their assistance with defeating the Cult of Molor. Upon their return, they honoured many of the crew with awards celebrating their service on… The post Ops crew returns from shore leave, honoured in a Klingon ceremony appeared first on StarBase 118 Star Trek RPG. [...]

USS Resolution rescues crew of downed science vessel

BRIAR PATCH — The USS Resolution (NCC-78145) engaged in a search and rescue operation to locate the crew of the USS Hanno, an Oberth-class vessel feared lost in the Briar Patch. The Resolution discovered that the Hanno had crashed on a planet in the Briar… The post USS Resolution rescues crew of downed science vessel appeared first on StarBase 118 Star Trek RPG. [...]

USS Thor bends Prime Directive to the breaking point

CALABRUM, 61 CYGNI SYSTEM – The shock discovery of a vibrant medieval culture descended from Starfleet survivors should have been the biggest challenge thrust upon the crew of the USS Thor. But a Klingon led army, the imminent eruption of a nearby volcano and the… The post USS Thor bends Prime Directive to the breaking point appeared first on StarBase 118 Star Trek RPG. [...]