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{{Starship
| name = Mackenzie
| prefix = USS
| image = [[File:ExcelsiorIIclass.jpg]]
| registry = NCC-14935
| class = Excelsior II
| type = heavy cruiser
| affiliation = [[Starfleet]]
| status = Active
| commission =
| decommission =
| destroyed =
| unit =
| taskforce = Task Force 72
| taskgroup = Task Group 21
| squadron =
| role = Heavy Cruiser
| co = [[bfms char:52884|Captain Ambrose Harris]]
| xo = [[bfms char:68395|Commander T'saath]]
| dedication =
}}
'''USS ''Mackenzie''''' is an [[Excelsior II Class|''Excelsior II''-class heavy cruiser]] assigned to the Fourth Fleet under the command of [[bfms char:52884|Captain Ambrose Harris]].


'''Starfleet Ranks''' represent the basic organizational structure of [[Starfleet]], with a grade and insignia for everyone ranging from the Commander-in-Chief herself to the lowest-ranking crewmen. Though a non-military exploratory, defensive, and humanitarian organization, Starfleet uses a hierarchy derived from  the space fleets of the Federation's members, which is heavily influenced by the [[United Earth Starfleet]].
=== Ship History ===
The USS ''Mackenzie'' began construction in February of 2392 and was completed in December of 2394. Her shakedown cruise was on January 15th, 2395 and she was certified a month later on February 15th, 2395. She is named after Alexander Slidell MacKenzie, an officer in the United States Navy during the American Civil War. Many ships over the years have carried the name in honor of MacKenzie and his legacy. Her story has just begun.


==Commissioned Officers==
=== Design and Layout ===
Commissioned Officers are the members of Starfleet who have a commission from the Federation Council granting them command authority over lower-ranking commissioned officers and all non-commissioned officers. The ability to command a starship is reserved solely for commissioned officers. Generally, commissioned officers have attended Starfleet Academy, but others earn their rank through Officer Candidate School. Commissioned officers in Starfleet must either have a university education or the equivalent.  
The Mackenzie was built to be a force for good in whatever theatre she was assigned.  Her bridge is designed to function as a flagship for a higher-ranked officer if needed but also serve the day-to-day functions needed. The ship is able to engage saucer separation mode.  
[[File:Tadeo-d-oria-c6-01.jpg|left|thumb|224x224px|The Helm and Tactical Station]]


===Flag Officers===
==== The Bridge ====
''Main Article: [[Starfleet Flag Officers]]''
The bridge of the USS ''Mackenzie'' has been refit once in 2400 by Chief Engineer Katsumi Okada at the direction of Captain Harris.  Two consoles were installed in the secondary command chairs and the lighting and carpet colors were changed.  All chairs on the bridge are equipped with the latest restraints to ensure safety during turbulent situations.
[[File:Tadeo-d-oria-c5-01.jpg|left|thumb|228x228px|The three rear Tactical stations]]
The helm and tactical stations are at the front of the bridge to allow for concentrated efforts between the two departments.  The chairs are able to smoothly shift as needed. 


Flag Officers are the senior-most Starfleet officers, so-named for the old Earth naval tradition of hoisting a command flag to designate the lead ship in a group of ships, the flagship. Flag Officers in Starfleet command groups of ships (from task groups to entire fleets) and important starbases, and also serve in staff roles at various levels of the Starfleet hierarchy.
The three consoles in the rear of the bridge behind the center command chairs are additional tactical stations that are manned during Red Alert scenarios where Battle Stations have been called.
{| class="wikitable"
|+Starfleet Flag Officer Insignia (2400)
!Rank Name
!Abbreviation
!Command
!Sciences
!Operations
|-
|Fleet Admiral
|FADM
|[[File:FleetAdmiralRed2400.png|center]]
|
|
|-
|Admiral
|ADM
|[[File:AdmiralRed2400.png|center]]
|[[File:AdmiralTeal2400.png|center]]
|[[File:AdmiralGold2400.png|center]]
|-
|Vice Admiral
|VADM
|[[File:ViceAdmiralRed2400.png|center]]
|[[File:ViceAdmiralTeal2400.png|center]]
|[[File:ViceAdmiralGold2400.png|center]]
|-
|Rear Admiral
|RADM
|[[File:RearAdmiralRed2400.png|center]]
|[[File:RearAdmiralTeal2400.png|center]]
|[[File:RearAdmiralGold2400.png|center]]
|-
|Commodore
|CDRE
|[[File:CommodoreRed2400.png|center]]
|[[File:CommodoreTeal2400.png|center]]
|[[File:CommodoreGold2400.png|center]]
|}


===Line Officers===
==== Battle Bridge / Secondary Bridge ====
''Main Article: [[Starfleet Line Officers]]''
[[File:Tadeo-d-oria-uss-thunderchild-bridge-cutaway (1).jpg|left|thumb|177x177px|The Mackenzie Battle Bridge]]
The ''Mackenzie'''s battle bridge was designed to function as a full bridge and as such was modelled in a smaller ship's command center.


Line Officers represent the bulk of the members of Starfleet holding officer ranks, with responsibilities ranging from the command of starship to junior staff positions on minor outposts. Line officers are subordinate to flag officers and have authority over more junior line officers and all non-commissioned officers.  
==== Main Engineering ====
{| class="wikitable"
For the Excelsior II ships, Engineering is less complex which allows for a smaller engine room.  Much of the extensive core is hidden but accessible using Jefferies tubes.  A master systems display is central to the room with consoles and stations on either side of the core. The Chief Engineering officer and Assistant Chief Engineer's office is adjacent to Main Engineering.[[File:Tadeo-d-oria-uss-potemkin-engineering-cutaway-1024x870.jpg|left|thumb|178x178px|Main Engineering]]
|+Starfleet Line Officer Insignia (2400)
==== Crew Mess ====
!Rank Name
[[File:Tadeo-d-oria-c2-01.jpg|thumb|233x233px|"Heart of the Mack"]]
!Abbreviation
The crew mess was known as "Heart of the Mack" as it was at the heart of the ship with massive windows looking out into space. The woman in charge of the "Heart" was Tennessee Tarkana a fifty year old woman who's retirement included enlisting with Starfleet to help run station bars and ship lounges. She is outspoken, unhinged, and unapologetic in everything she does. She came with the Mackenzie when Harris took command.
!Command
!Sciences
!Operations
|-
|Fleet Captain
|FCAPT
|[[File:FleetCaptainRed2400.png|center]]
|[[File:FleetCaptainTeal2400.png|center]]
|[[File:FleetCaptainGold2400.png|center]]
|-
|Captain
| CAPT
|[[File:CaptainRed2400.png|center|link=Special:FilePath/CaptainRed2400.png]]
|[[File:CaptainTeal2400.png|center]]
|[[File:CaptainGold2400.png|center]]
|-
|Commander
|CMDR
|[[File:CommanderRed2400.png|center]]
|[[File:CommanderTeal2400.png|center]]
|[[File:CommanderGold2400.png|center]]
|-
|Lieutenant Commander
|LTCMDR
|[[File:LieutenantCommanderRed2400.png|center]]
|[[File:LieutenantCommanderTeal2400.png|center]]
|[[File:LieutenantCommanderGold2400.png|center|link=Special:FilePath/LieutenantCommanderGold2400.png]]
|-
|Lieutenant
|LT
|[[File:LieutenantRed2400.png|center]]
|[[File:LieutenantTeal2400.png|center]]
|[[File:LieutenantGold2400.png|center]]
|-
|Lieutenant Junior Grade
|LTJG
|[[File:LieutenantJGRed2400.png|center]]
|[[File:LieutenantJGTeal2400.png|center]]
|[[File:LieutenantJGGold2400.png|center]]
|-
|Ensign
|ENS
|[[File:EnsignRed2400.png|center]]
|[[File:EnsignTeal2400.png|center]]
|[[File:EnsignGold2400.png|center]]
|-
|Midshipman
|MIDN
|[[File:MidshipmanRed2400.png|center]]
|[[File:MidshipmanTeal2400.png|center]]
|[[File:MidshipmanGold2400.png|center]]
|}


==Non-Commissioned Officers and Enlisted Personnel==
==== Officer's Lounge / Mess ====
Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs) and Enlisted Personnel are members of Starfleet who serve in technical and specialist roles, working under Commissioned Officers. Though ineligible to hold command, these members are also not required to attend Starfleet Academy or to have a university degree, though many of them in science and engineering specialist roles do.  
[[File:Tadeo-d-oria-uss-potemkin-observation-lounge-cutaway.jpg|left|thumb|202x202px|The Officer's  Lounge]]
The Mackenzie's Officer Mess is on Deck 1 for bridge and senior staff only.  There's a cook assigned to the room and it is designed to be a place for the senior staff and bridge crew to wind down or simply relax.  The large windows give a good view of the stars and it is generally a quiet place for study, relaxation, or a quiet game at one of the tables.


===Non-Commissioned Officers===
=== Operational History ===
''Main Article: [[Starfleet Non-Commissioned Officers]]''
The USS ''Mackenzie'' was assigned to [[Task Force 47]] in October 2400 and operated in the [[Thomar Expanse]]. In February 2400 she is assigned to [[Task Force 72|Task Force 72.]]  


Non-Commissioned Officers are members of Starfleet are technical experts and leaders of more junior enlisted personnel, often having decades of service experience in their particular roles. All non-commissioned officers are subordinate to commissioned officers as a matter of course, though many commands have them supervising midshipmen, ensigns and even junior lieutenants as a normal part of their training.
==== Back to Work ====
The newly promoted Captain Harris and his crew [https://bravofleet.com/mission/64966 picked up various missions] from 10.16.2400 to 10.31.2400.


{| class="wikitable"
==== Blood Dilithium ====
|+Starfleet Non-Commissioned Officer Insignia (2400)
During the events of the [[Blood Dilithium]] situation in the [[Delta Quadrant]], the ''Mackenzie'' was assigned to assist and support the sector from '''11.1.2400 to 12.1.2400.'''  Their missions are contained within the "[https://bravofleet.com/stories?_mission=64941 Wayward Sons]" mission file. During this time the ''Mackenzie'' and her crew experienced first-hand the brutality of the [[Delta Quadrant]] from the [[Devore Imperium]], the Voth, and more.
!Rank Name
!Abbreviation
!Command
!Sciences
!Operations
|-
|Master Chief Petty Officer
|MCPO
|[[File:MasterChiefPettyOfficerRed2400.png|center]]
|[[File:MasterChiefPettyOfficerTeal2400.png|center]]
|[[File:MasterChiefPettyOfficerGold2400.png|center]]
|-
|Senior Chief Petty Officer
|SCPO
|[[File:SeniorChiefPettyOfficerRed2400.png|center]]
|[[File:SeniorChiefPettyOfficerTeal2400.png|center]]
|[[File:SeniorChiefPettyOfficerGold2400.png|center]]
|-
|Chief Petty Officer
|CPO
|[[File:ChiefPettyOfficerRed2400.png|center]]
|[[File:ChiefPettyOfficerTeal2400.png|center]]
|[[File:ChiefPettyOfficerGold2400.png|center]]
|-
|Petty Officer 1st Class
|PO1
|[[File:PettyOfficer1Red2400.png|center]]
|[[File:PettyOfficer1Teal2400.png|center]]
|[[File:PettyOfficer1Gold2400.png|center]]
|-
|Petty Officer 2nd Class
|PO2
|[[File:PettyOfficer2Red2400.png|center]]
|[[File:PettyOfficer2Teal2400.png|center]]
|[[File:PettyOfficer2Gold2400.png|center]]
|-
|Petty Officer 3rd Class
|PO3
|[[File:PettyOfficer3Red2400.png|center]]
|[[File:PettyOfficer3Teal2400.png|center]]
|[[File:PettyOfficer3Gold2400.png|center]]
|}


===Enlisted Personnel===
==== The Island of the Damned ====
''Main Article: [[Starfleet Enlisted Ranks]]''
The crew is asked to assist the Palasa Transport Group with a situation that has them concerned enough to reach out to Starfleet.  A mystery of Jade Dilithium and a prison planet form the mission, [https://bravofleet.com/mission/68365 "The Island of the Damned]".


Enlisted Personnel are members of Starfleet who have joined Starfleet directly and who have received basic training in their chosen career path.  
===== The Last of Our Kind =====
The USS Mackenzie was moved to [[Task Force 72]] and dispatched to search a sector of space with an odd signal.  The mission [https://bravofleet.com/mission/72851 "The Last of Our Kind"] begins.


=== Support Craft ===
The Mackenzie is equipped in the following fashion.
{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
|+Starfleet Non-Commissioned Officer Insignia (2400)
|Shuttlebays
!Rank Name
|2
!Abbreviation
!Command
!Sciences
!Operations
|-
|Crewman
|CN
|[[File:CrewmanRed2400.png|center]]
|[[File:CrewmanTeal2400.png|center]]
|[[File:CrewmanGold2400.png|center]]
|-
|-
|Crewman Apprentice
|Shuttles
|CA
|10
|[[File:CrewmanApprenticeRed2400.png|center]]
|[[File:CrewmanApprenticeTeal2400.png|center]]
|[[File:CrewmanApprenticeGold2400.png|center]]
|-
|-
|Crewman Recruit
|Runabouts
|CR
|2
|[[File:CrewmanRecruitRed2400.png|center]]
|[[File:CrewmanRecruitTeal2400.png|center]]
|[[File:CrewmanRecruitGold2400.png|center]]
|}
|}
The two [[Runabouts]] are New Atlantic.  They are named Winona and New York.


== Starfleet Academy Cadets ==
The ten [[Shuttlepods|shuttles]] are:
[[File:Cadet.png|alt=Starfleet cadets wear a blank, red collar.|thumb|All Starfleet cadets wear a blank, red collar.]]
Starfleet Academy Cadets rank above crewmen and alongside petty officers, but as officers-in-training, this authority is rarely used in practice. Historically, Starfleet has varied from decade to decade on how it delineates grades of cadets. As of 2399, cadets do not wear distinctive rank insignia or departmental colors to differentiate between their year at the academy or course of study.
 
==Divisional Colors==
''Main Article: [[:Category:Starfleet Onboard Departments|Starfleet Onboard Departments]]''
 
Starfleet utilizes three uniform colors to designate members' division assignments, which are the broader categories under which starship and station departments are organized.
 
{| class="wikitable" width="600"
|+Starfleet Division Colors (2400)
|-
! width="200" |Command
!Sciences
!Operations
|-
|[[File:2400sRedBlank.png|center]]
|[[File:TealBlank2400.png|center]]
|[[File:GoldBlank2400.png|center]]
|-
|Command
Flight Control
Strategic Operations
Intelligence
Diplomacy
|Science
Medical
Communications
|Engineering
Operations
Security/Tactical
|}
 
== Starfleet Ranks In-Play ==
 
* Any member can create characters up to the rank of Captain or their fleet rank, whichever is higher. This rule can be found in the [[Canon Policy]], and was instituted to give some freedom for folks still starting out to use more senior characters, especially those members who advance to staff roles early in their time here--it wouldn't make much sense for a Lieutenant Commander to be a TFXO or TFCO in-universe, for instance.
* While Starfleet is not a military, some things about the way rank is portrayed are borrowed closely from modern naval tradition, and so modern militaries could be a source of inspiration for realistic/reasonable rank advancement. On the other hand, William T. Riker was a full commander by age 29, so you shouldn't feel beholden to the real world either.
* Each task force has an NPC Commodore in command of the task force headquarters, so this is a suitable character for you to use to get orders from, as members can't create their own flag officers if they do not hold flag rank themselves.


==Credits==
# Type 14 Shuttle - Slidell
Credit for the Officers' rank insignia goes to Bravo Fleet. Credit for the NCO rank insignia goes to Kuro, of [https://www.kuro-rpg.net/ Kuro-RPG]. The collars were created by Emily.
# Type 14 Shuttle - Alexander
# Type 14 Shuttle - Formosa
# Type 14 Shuttle - January
# Type 12 Shuttle - June
# Type 12 Shuttle - Hartford
# Type 12 Shuttle -  Kenting
# Type 12 Shuttle - Rover
# Type 10 Shuttle - Sumter
# Type 10 Shuttle - Morris


[[Category:Ranks]]
===Notable Crew===
[[Category:Starfleet]]
====Commanding Officers====
[[Category:Starfleet Ranks]]
*2.15.2395-4.20.2400: '''Captain Alexandra "The Hammer" Pantuso'''
**At the age of 65, she was given the chance to work on identifying weaknesses in the design for improvement in the model. She considered her work completed and retired from Starfleet at the age of 70 on April 20th, 2400.
*[https://bravofleet.com/command/64916 10.16.2400 - Present]: [[bfms char:52884|'''Captain Ambrose Harris''']]
**Promoted to Captain and reassigned from the USS ''Edinburg''

Revision as of 18:40, 20 March 2023

ExcelsiorIIclass.jpg
USS Mackenzie
General Information
Registry NCC-14935
Class & Type Excelsior II-class heavy cruiser
Affiliation Starfleet
Status Active
Assignment
Task Force Task Force 72
Task Group Task Group 21
Role Heavy Cruiser
Key Personnel
Commanding Officer Captain Ambrose Harris
Executive Officer Commander T'saath
Template:Starship

USS Mackenzie is an Excelsior II-class heavy cruiser assigned to the Fourth Fleet under the command of Captain Ambrose Harris.

Ship History

The USS Mackenzie began construction in February of 2392 and was completed in December of 2394. Her shakedown cruise was on January 15th, 2395 and she was certified a month later on February 15th, 2395. She is named after Alexander Slidell MacKenzie, an officer in the United States Navy during the American Civil War. Many ships over the years have carried the name in honor of MacKenzie and his legacy. Her story has just begun.

Design and Layout

The Mackenzie was built to be a force for good in whatever theatre she was assigned. Her bridge is designed to function as a flagship for a higher-ranked officer if needed but also serve the day-to-day functions needed. The ship is able to engage saucer separation mode.

The Helm and Tactical Station

The Bridge

The bridge of the USS Mackenzie has been refit once in 2400 by Chief Engineer Katsumi Okada at the direction of Captain Harris. Two consoles were installed in the secondary command chairs and the lighting and carpet colors were changed. All chairs on the bridge are equipped with the latest restraints to ensure safety during turbulent situations.

The three rear Tactical stations

The helm and tactical stations are at the front of the bridge to allow for concentrated efforts between the two departments. The chairs are able to smoothly shift as needed.

The three consoles in the rear of the bridge behind the center command chairs are additional tactical stations that are manned during Red Alert scenarios where Battle Stations have been called.

Battle Bridge / Secondary Bridge

The Mackenzie Battle Bridge

The Mackenzie's battle bridge was designed to function as a full bridge and as such was modelled in a smaller ship's command center.

Main Engineering

For the Excelsior II ships, Engineering is less complex which allows for a smaller engine room. Much of the extensive core is hidden but accessible using Jefferies tubes. A master systems display is central to the room with consoles and stations on either side of the core. The Chief Engineering officer and Assistant Chief Engineer's office is adjacent to Main Engineering.

Main Engineering

Crew Mess

"Heart of the Mack"

The crew mess was known as "Heart of the Mack" as it was at the heart of the ship with massive windows looking out into space. The woman in charge of the "Heart" was Tennessee Tarkana a fifty year old woman who's retirement included enlisting with Starfleet to help run station bars and ship lounges. She is outspoken, unhinged, and unapologetic in everything she does. She came with the Mackenzie when Harris took command.

Officer's Lounge / Mess

The Officer's Lounge

The Mackenzie's Officer Mess is on Deck 1 for bridge and senior staff only. There's a cook assigned to the room and it is designed to be a place for the senior staff and bridge crew to wind down or simply relax. The large windows give a good view of the stars and it is generally a quiet place for study, relaxation, or a quiet game at one of the tables.

Operational History

The USS Mackenzie was assigned to Task Force 47 in October 2400 and operated in the Thomar Expanse. In February 2400 she is assigned to Task Force 72.

Back to Work

The newly promoted Captain Harris and his crew picked up various missions from 10.16.2400 to 10.31.2400.

Blood Dilithium

During the events of the Blood Dilithium situation in the Delta Quadrant, the Mackenzie was assigned to assist and support the sector from 11.1.2400 to 12.1.2400. Their missions are contained within the "Wayward Sons" mission file. During this time the Mackenzie and her crew experienced first-hand the brutality of the Delta Quadrant from the Devore Imperium, the Voth, and more.

The Island of the Damned

The crew is asked to assist the Palasa Transport Group with a situation that has them concerned enough to reach out to Starfleet. A mystery of Jade Dilithium and a prison planet form the mission, "The Island of the Damned".

The Last of Our Kind

The USS Mackenzie was moved to Task Force 72 and dispatched to search a sector of space with an odd signal. The mission "The Last of Our Kind" begins.

Support Craft

The Mackenzie is equipped in the following fashion.

Shuttlebays 2
Shuttles 10
Runabouts 2

The two Runabouts are New Atlantic. They are named Winona and New York.

The ten shuttles are:

  1. Type 14 Shuttle - Slidell
  2. Type 14 Shuttle - Alexander
  3. Type 14 Shuttle - Formosa
  4. Type 14 Shuttle - January
  5. Type 12 Shuttle - June
  6. Type 12 Shuttle - Hartford
  7. Type 12 Shuttle - Kenting
  8. Type 12 Shuttle - Rover
  9. Type 10 Shuttle - Sumter
  10. Type 10 Shuttle - Morris

Notable Crew

Commanding Officers

  • 2.15.2395-4.20.2400: Captain Alexandra "The Hammer" Pantuso
    • At the age of 65, she was given the chance to work on identifying weaknesses in the design for improvement in the model. She considered her work completed and retired from Starfleet at the age of 70 on April 20th, 2400.
  • 10.16.2400 - Present: Captain Ambrose Harris
    • Promoted to Captain and reassigned from the USS Edinburg
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