Welcome aboard the USS Columbia!
2396. Starfleet finds itself at the transition of one century to the next. Intergalactic diplomacy remains one of Starfleet’s top priorities. The Federation is tasked with representing the interests of its member worlds further into space than ever before. Enter the Odyssey class starship USS Columbia. It represents Starfleet’s expectations for 25th century operation.
The Columbia and her crew will patrol the farthest edges of Alpha Quadrant space. Breen incursions have increased rapidly in the latter half of 2395. Attacks ranged from Melnos IV deep out to Decos Prime. Starfleet expects the Columbia’s presence on the edges of the Alpha Quadrant will impact Breen aggression. The crew will regularly interact with groups like the Lurians, Cardassians and Ferengi.
Exploration is another vital role of the Columbia. The ship includes a team of colonization specialists actively in search of suitable worlds. The team stands ready to disembark and immediately settle a wide variety of climates. Powerful sensors and an extensive array of science laboratories ensure the ship is prepared for the galaxy’s many mysteries.
USS Columbia Content Rating
Language 2: Swearing is generally permitted. However, the language cannot be used to severely abuse.
Sexual Content 2: Sexual content is permitted. References and writing about genitalia and sex acts are permitted, but explicit detail is not. Fade to black, or mature tagging are recommended.
Violence 2: Violence is permitted.
Latest Mission Posts
» A Brief Discussion
Mission: Upon Stranger Stars
Posted on Sat May 4th, 2024 @ 5:43pm by Captain Ryhl th'Zeles & Commander Zera Tirado
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[Starbase 47 - Java Place Coffee Shop]
Commander Zera Tirado was not a woman to be crossed. She stood with her arms crossed looking out at the Starship Columbia through the large viewport. The ship did indeed look impressive, but in her opinion she didn't understand why Starfleet insisted…
» Unspoken truth
Mission: Upon Stranger Stars
Posted on Sun Mar 31st, 2024 @ 3:28pm by Lieutenant Commander Jason Elliot & Ensign Annika Wiseman
---Personal Log:---
I have just gotten off of subspace with Captain Erica Dynes the commanding officer of the USS Forrestal, during our conversation she informed me that my name had been floated to be the new first officer of the soon to be launched USS Halifax along with two or…
» Return To The Stars
Mission: Upon Stranger Stars
Posted on Sat Mar 30th, 2024 @ 7:56am by Captain Ryhl th'Zeles & Commander Zera Tirado & Lieutenant Commander Jason Elliot & Lieutenant Commander Jorel Torin II & Lieutenant Commander Bellona Juventus & Lieutenant Commander Johanna Lyngstad & Lieutenant Commander Sakura Minamoto & Lieutenant Pharos Ventari
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Captain Ryhl th'Zeles stood on the expansive bridge of the USS Columbia, his gaze fixed intently on the round console nestled between the helm and ops station. The interactive map was adorned with a multitude of glowing displays. It hummed with activity as various ships and support…
» Down to Business
Mission: Upon Stranger Stars
Posted on Tue Mar 5th, 2024 @ 6:46pm by Captain Ryhl th'Zeles & Commander Zera Tirado & Lieutenant Commander Jason Elliot & Lieutenant Commander Jorel Torin II & Lieutenant Commander Bellona Juventus & Lieutenant Commander Johanna Lyngstad & Lieutenant Commander Sakura Minamoto & Lieutenant Pharos Ventari
Commander Tirado strode through the doors of the conference lounge. In one hand she carried an empty data PADD which she could take notes as she wanted to. She sat down at the end of the table, where the Captain would usually sit. She had already sent a message ordering…
» Klingons & Marines
Mission: Upon Stranger Stars
Posted on Tue Feb 6th, 2024 @ 7:39am by Captain Ryhl th'Zeles
The Columbia’s away team materialized outside the Klingon’s Government building, they were there to compare notes on intel and find the truth. Kas wasn’t thrilled about the Marines assigned as a protection detail, but he wasn’t in the position to refuse it. Kas looked up to see Kormak standing in…
Latest Personal Logs
» Coming Aboard
Posted on Wed Dec 13th, 2023 @ 11:16pm by Lieutenant Pharos Ventari
"Lieutenant junior-grade, Pharos Ventari, Personal log."
A heavy sigh as the Rechakan rested his forehead on the desk, before continuing, sounding slightly muffled.
"I made it. Two transports, a shuttle, and a two hundred year old warp sled that should have been decommissioned a century ago; two hundred and twelve…
» Captain's Log: Launch
Posted on Tue Aug 8th, 2023 @ 3:56pm by Captain Ryhl th'Zeles
“Captain’s Log.. Stardate 7-6-2-6-8, point.. 8-0-5-4.”
“The Columbia has set sail.. and is underway to Campor III. Our crew really pulled together to launch in a matter of days. It normally takes closer to two weeks.”
“Lieutenant Commander Chalan Kendri has been absolutely invaluable to the ship, our crew and…
» The Distance Between a First Officer
Posted on Sat Aug 5th, 2023 @ 3:33am by Commander Chalan Kendri
First Officer's Personal Log, Mission Day 12, 2300 hours.
One thing I didn't anticipate when making the jump from Second Officer to First Officer when taking this position was the distance that it would put between me and the rest of the senior staff, much less the rest of the…
» Back to Space
Posted on Thu Jul 6th, 2023 @ 8:30pm by Lieutenant Commander Johanna Lyngstad
Dear Bradley, it has been a year since I was posted to Department Head school. I feel well educated now, more than ever before. I feel ready to take command of a Science division aboard ship.
After eight years on the Wayans and eight years at Starbase 51, getting a…