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

239312.30

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?

239312.19

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

239301.18

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

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Gorkon Crew Trapped As Ion Storm Hits BetaGen Concept Park “Dinosauria”

ASTEROID TRUENO, BRATAX SYSTEM — The BetaGen inspired prehistoric theme park has lost contact with the communication subnet in the Bratax System. Last known reports from the park are an alert for an incoming ion storm, which has since knocked out a large section of… The post Gorkon Crew Trapped As Ion Storm Hits BetaGen Concept Park “Dinosauria” appeared first on StarBase 118 Star Trek RPG. [...]

USS Resolution Discovers Lost Federation Starship Presumed Destroyed

BORDERLANDS REGION — The USS Resolution (NCC-78145) has discovered the USS Unity, a Federation starship presumed destroyed nearly fifty years ago when Starfleet lost contact with the vessel. Presumed destroyed by the Klingons during a routine patrol mission along the Klingon Neutral Zone, no wreckage… The post USS Resolution Discovers Lost Federation Starship Presumed Destroyed appeared first on StarBase 118 Star Trek RPG. [...]

Unmanned Tholian Station Appears In The Shoals

THURA SYSTEM — The Colonial Coalition Marshals Service has ordered USS Veritas to investigate the appearance of an unmanned Tholian station. An initial investigation determined the station had drifted into the Shoals of its own volition, powered down and lacking weapon capabilities. It was reported… The post Unmanned Tholian Station Appears In The Shoals appeared first on StarBase 118 Star Trek RPG. [...]

SOS From USS Nimitz Confirmed Borg Attack, Narendra Responds

ROMULAN NEUTRAL ZONE — An urgent call for help from a Freighter, the ECS Andromeda, hauling much needed medical supplies confirmed Borg presence on a ship called the USS Nimitz. Because of its lack of progress and further sightings of the Borg, Starfleet assumes the group… The post SOS From USS Nimitz Confirmed Borg Attack, Narendra Responds appeared first on StarBase 118 Star Trek RPG. [...]

After A Dire Exit, The Crew Of Starbase 118 Take Time Off To Relax And Reconnect

STARBASE 118 OPS — After a devastating escape from the grasp of the Cult of Molor, the crew returns to Starbase 118 Ops for some much-needed time off, and a chance to meet and greet so many new officers. The crew of the USS Narendra (NCC-26595),… The post After A Dire Exit, The Crew Of Starbase 118 Take Time Off To Relax And Reconnect appeared first on StarBase 118 Star Trek RPG. [...]

USS Arrow Enjoys Unprecedented, Yet Heated Contact With Sheliak Corporate

ALPHA ISLES, ALPHA QUADRANT — Recommissioned and re-tasked USS Arrow (NCC-69829) recently came into contact with representatives of the reclusive Sheliak Corporate. After a full repair and restock at berth in Starbase 821, the Arrow looked to respond to several distress signals originating from the… The post USS Arrow Enjoys Unprecedented, Yet Heated Contact With Sheliak Corporate appeared first on StarBase 118 Star Trek RPG. [...]

Atlantis Enjoys Shore Leave Following A Series Of Attacks At Freeworlds Trade Conference

ILLARA PRIME, PAR’THA EXPANSE — After ending their involvement in the investigation, the crew of the USS Atlantis (NCC-74682) began a period of rest and recuperation. “Major. However I might feel about this, it is your jurisdiction. But we aren’t going anywhere until I know… The post Atlantis Enjoys Shore Leave Following A Series Of Attacks At Freeworlds Trade Conference appeared first on StarBase 118 Star Trek RPG. [...]

USS Veritas Hosts Its First On-ship Wedding

USS VERITAS, SHOALS — Lieutenant Commanders Jansen Orrey and Raissa Moonsong become the first couple married aboard the Starfleet ship. The marriage marks a well deserved reprieve from a two-month long stint under Operation Safe Harbor. The crew’s ultimate mission of their operational period involved… The post USS Veritas Hosts Its First On-ship Wedding appeared first on StarBase 118 Star Trek RPG. [...]

Two Crews Unite As Jalana Rajel Promoted to Commodore

ENDAASI — The crews of Starbase 118 Ops and the USS Constitution-B unite for rest, relaxation, and awards on the Marchlands’ vacation hot spot. After the arduous court martial of FltCpt. Jalana Rajel, the crew of the USS Constitution (NCC 9012-B) received orders to the… The post Two Crews Unite As Jalana Rajel Promoted to Commodore appeared first on StarBase 118 Star Trek RPG. [...]

USS Thor Gravely Damaged, Partially Evacuated Due To Mysterious Collision

INSIDE SLIPSTREAM — The USS Thor (NCC 82607), temporarily under the command of First Officer Lt. Cmdr. Geoffrey Teller, collided with an object of unknown origin, suffering critical damage. The object, described by crew as a “mine”, has embedded itself within the ship and cannot… The post USS Thor Gravely Damaged, Partially Evacuated Due To Mysterious Collision appeared first on StarBase 118 Star Trek RPG. [...]