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The armistice between the United Federation of Planets and the Cardassian Union was signed in 2367. Under the terms of the cease-fire agreement, both sides agreed to end major engagements and to open diplomatic channels. It wasn't perfect. Minor skirmishes continued on both sides, primarily over unresolved issues such as control of border planets and of course, the occupation of Bajor.
Negotations between the two sides continued and through their efforts the Cardassians left Bajor -- two years later. Finally free, the celebrations on Bajor lasted for days but, as it always happens, reality set in. Things were far from settled. The Bajorans faced a long period of recovery from a brutal, fifty-year occupation; many in the resistance were left with an all-consuming rage against Cardassians responsible for countless atrocities.
While some struggle to form a government, members of the Kohn-Ma, under the leadership of a former member of the resistance, Sayal Mazi, decides that the guilty cannot go unpunished and begins to lay plans of their own.
And they were not alone. Colonists on border worlds, fearing the loss of everything they've built, take inspiration from resistance fighters in World War II on Earth and form the Maquis. Operating in the demilitarized zone between the Cardassian Union and the United Federation of Planets, they seek to safeguard their way of life against all comers whether they be Cardassian or Federation.
Among the Cardassians, Gul Zelar, commanding the CDS Ocett, a Galor Class Type-III cruiser, emerges as an outspoken opponent to the peace. Politically savvy with familial ties to the Obsidian Order, Zelar lays plans of his own.
In the Federation, with the memory of Wolf 359 barely two years old, Starfleet looks to improve their ability to respond to threats. Pre-production testing is scheduled to begin on a ship designed for a combat role while still capable of patrol and exploration. Five vessels, Akira Class, are scheduled for launch and crews are assembled.
The USS Thunderbird is one of these five. The captain and first officer are experienced in combat having been at Wolf 359. They arrive at Uptopia Planitia, after surviving an unexplained explosion on their former ship, the USS Ark Royal, that cost the life of their captain and key members of the crew.
Newly promoted and fresh from the memorial, they arrive to take command of the USS Thunderbird and their patrol route will take them right into the heart of the conflict.
Latest Mission Posts
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Mission: A Silence of Friends
Posted on Wed Nov 20th, 2024 @ 6:21pm by Captain Rylan Gray & Lieutenant Julianna ("Jules") Raihan & Lieutenant Patrick Ryan M.D.
On-boarding, the process of becoming part of a ship's crew, wasn't something Jules was particularly familiar with, having spent her Starfleet career to-date in more boots-on-the-ground situations. Which meant doing a bit of research but she was nothing if not thorough in her research and so, she understood that seeing…
» Undercover
Mission: A Silence of Friends
Posted on Tue Nov 19th, 2024 @ 8:58pm by Lieutenant Julianna ("Jules") Raihan & Lieutenant Daegan Baas & Petty Officer 1st Class Jaclyn Masterson [Baas]
Daegan had left the officer's lounge and was on his way to Security to wrap things up before departing for his shore leave. While in the lift he tapped his comm badge to have Masterson meet him there. =^=Lt. Baas to Petty Officer Masterson.=^=
Jaclyn was running late and was…
» Good night darlin’
Mission: A Silence of Friends
Posted on Mon Nov 18th, 2024 @ 3:45pm by Captain Rylan Gray & Lieutenant Ayryn Trynn M.D.
Silence had fallen as the flame of the candle flickered to life in the darkness. Slowly it began to burn a little brighter, illuminating the small ceremonial plate which bore golden symbols which mirrored those on the candle itself. Both gifts from her father to aide her meditations when far…
» An Old Friend
Mission: A Silence of Friends
Posted on Fri Nov 15th, 2024 @ 3:14am by Lieutenant Daegan Baas & Lieutenant Julianna ("Jules") Raihan & Captain Rylan Gray
Her orders, signed by Admiral Aldrich Walsingham of all people (and wasn't that interesting), were tucked into the front pocket of her carry-on bag while the rest of her gear was being delivered to her quarters (because she'd checked). Twenty-four hours ago she'd been deep in preparations for a long-term…
» The Admiral Sends His Regards
Mission: A Silence of Friends
Posted on Fri Nov 15th, 2024 @ 2:47am by Captain Rylan Gray & Lieutenant Julianna ("Jules") Raihan
Rylan barely had time to settle in his Ready Room with a fresh cup of tea and a stack of reports to go through, including the one from his new First Officer, when the chime sounded on his Ready Room door. Surprised, he called out, "Enter," and rose from his…