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[[Category:Fourth Fleet Expeditionary Group]]

"It is good to have an end to journey towards, but it is the journey that matters in the end."

—Ursula K. Le Guin - Ship's Dedication Quote

A recent addition to an impressive lineage of vessels to bare the name, the USS Venture NCC-75306 is a Sovereign-class starship assigned to the Fourth Fleet Expeditionary Group under the command of Captain Thaddeus Scott.

Embarking on a mission of exploration in mid-2400, Venture is currently headed towards Starbase 11 and the wilderness that is the ‘Galactic South’, an area ripe for scientific exploration.

Key Historical Data

2386-2389: Construction

Construction of the USS Venture began in early 2386 at Earth Station McKinley as a response to the synth attack on Mars which resulted in the near total destruction of the famous Utopia Planitia Fleet Yards.

2389-2398: The Decade In Between

2398-2400: Diplomatic Overtures

Key Personnel Data

At 20 decks, housing over 800 personnel from no less than 43 different species and member states of the Federation and beyond, some of the ship’s more notable crew include:

Commanding Officer: Captain Thaddeus Scott(Terran Male)

Commanding Officer Lineage

In the time since her construction, Venture has been privileged to have two commanding officers overseeing her tours of duty, and one Captain of Engineering overseeing her construction.

2386—2389: Captain Nokin Fora, (Bolian Male)
2389-2398: Captain Qarvez, (Benzite Male)
2398—Present: Captain Thaddeus Scott, (Terran Male)

Key Location Data

With 24 decks, the ship has hundreds of rooms and locations that serve a variety of purposes for the crew. Some of the more notable locations include:

Bridge, Deck 1

Main Bridge; command center for the USS Venture

Consisting of an amalgamation of successful features from both the Galaxy and Sovereign lineages, and also one major new addition, Venture has one of the more unique bridge modules in the fleet. Importantly, it makes the most of a variety of technological advancements, such as holoprojectors, holographic communications, in-built weapons lockers and three dimensional computer displays wherever possible.

In a move away from more recent styles, and harking back to the traditional layouts of yesteryear, the Ulysses has an ornately carved rail, known as The Arch, surrounding the command pit and housing a large tactical display used by members of the Tactical Operations Department for all offensive and defensive operations. In the command pit it surrounds, three chairs stand ready for the Captain, her Executive Officer (starboard) and a third seat (port), reserved for the use of the ship's Counsellor, Chief Medical Officer or any official or dignitary the Captain sees fit. Both chairs flanking the Captain have their own stand alone consoles to enable the occupying officers to conduct their duties, whilst the command chair itself has control built into the arms on either side, allowing the Captain unprecedented control from the seat of command (although sh'Elas is much more of a traditionalist and will delegate tasks to others where possible).

The Arch and access to StratOps

Directly ahead of the command pit, at the bottom of the ramp and between the commanding officer and the holographic viewscreen, two angled consoles serve as duty stations for Operations (port) and Flight Operations (starboard). Next, and facing the main focal point of the viewscreen, are duty stations for science (port) and engineering (starboard). Around the outside of the bridge, there are countless other additional stations. Behind the main science station on the port bulkhead, additional science and medical consoles are available for mission operations, as well as access to life support. Adjacent to them on the starboard bulkhead, engineering is the focus with additional controls allowing the Chief Engineer access to the same engineering systems as in engineering itself, including access to environmental controls, propulsion systems and the warp core.

Strategic Operations suite, or StratOps

Most notably, and an exciting feature for inclusion, the bridge has been set back a short distance to allow for an additional facility. Separated from the rest of the bridge by two steps and a railing, the new Strategic Operations suite (known colloquially as StratOps) allows the crew to deal with any scenario that may arise in their mission, without the need to access more specialised facilities around the ship unless absolutely necessary or appropriate. Operations are routinely monitored here, and additional personnel from across the ship may be assigned on a needs basis, such as additional medical or science personnel when evacuating a colony or dealing with an anomaly; security may be beefed up from here in the event of a tactical scenario such as an intruder alert or boarding action; intelligence, strategic operations and command analysts are likely to use the space to provide relevant departments with up to date information in ever changing scenarios. On the back wall, the obligatory Master Systems Display (MSD) is present, but this is a fully customisable display, capable of hundreds of functions, including operating as a reduced viewscreen for mission operations. Most significantly, the space allows for the crew to react to an evolving situation without the need to retreat to the observation lounge.

Around the command center, six doors provide access to and from the bridge. On the forward port bulkhead, access is available to the observation lounge and Executive Officer's ready room, whilst the starboard door grants access to the commanding officer's private ready room (available for use by any officer in command of the ship), and a forward turbo lift granting express access to key locations only, such as engineering, shuttlebay 1, sickbay, the brig and transporter rooms 1 and 2. At the aft of the bridge, both doors provide access to turbo lifts which enable the crew to access the command center from the rest of the bridge.

Key Locations by Deck

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+| quadrant = [[Alpha Quadrant]]
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 {{quote|It is good to have an end to journey towards, but it is the journey that matters in the end.|'''Ursula K. Le Guin - ''Ship's Dedication Quote'''''}}
+A recent addition to an impressive lineage of vessels to bare the name, the '''USS Venture NCC-75306''' is a [[Sovereign Class|Sovereign-class]] starship assigned to the [[Fourth Fleet Expeditionary Group]] under the command of [[bfms_char:43649|Captain Thaddeus Scott]].
-The [[USS Venture|USS ''Venture'']] is a [[Galaxy Class|''Galaxy''-class]] starship currently assigned to the [[Fourth Fleet]] [[Fourth Fleet Expeditionary Group|Expeditionary Group]].
+Embarking on a mission of exploration in mid-2400, '''Venture''' is currently headed towards Starbase 11 and the wilderness that is the ‘Galactic South’, an area ripe for scientific exploration.
-==History==
+=Key Historical Data=
+===2386-2389: Construction===
+Construction of the '''USS Venture''' began in early 2386 at Earth Station McKinley as a response to the synth attack on Mars which resulted in the near total destruction of the famous Utopia Planitia Fleet Yards.
-==Technical Data==
+===2389-2398: The Decade In Between===
-==Physical Arrangement==
-===Bridge===
-[[Image:GalaxyVentureBridge.png|thumb|left]]
-Primary operational control for Galaxy-class starships is provided by the Main Bridge located at the top of the primary hull. It is located on Deck 1. The Main Bridge directly supervises all primary mission operations and coordinates all departmental activities.
-The current layout for the Main Bridge of the USS Venture is as follows: in the center is Command Area with three common seats for the Captain, the Executive Officer to their right, and the Counselor to their left. Further out from these are two more seats that can be used by VIP or other non-stationed personnel.
+===2398-2400: Diplomatic Overtures===
-At the front of the bridge is the Conn, starboard, and Operations, port, stations. Conn is the combination of Helm and Navigation, and Operations controls and monitors most vital ship functions. Operations is commonly in control of sensors aboard Galaxy-class starships. Behind the Command area is the Tactical Arch. Here is the primary and two Auxiliary Tactical stations. All tactical and security functions can be controlled and monitored from this point.
+=Key Personnel Data=
+At 20 decks, housing over 800 personnel from no less than 43 different species and member states of the Federation and beyond, some of the ship’s more notable crew include:
-To the starboard and port of the Command Area are two stations: science to starboard, and engineering to port. From these two stations all of the ships engineering and science operations can be controlled. The Chief Engineer will typically be found in Main Engineering, and the Chief Science Officer is more typically a management and authority one, meant to control all the sub-departments which do their work in the various labs on board the ship. However, if need be, the Chief Engineer and Chief Science Officer can coordinate their departments from the bridge. There are three turbolifts leading off the bridge; one is an emergency turbolift that leads directly to the Battle Bridge. There are also three rooms adjacent to the Bridge. The Captain's Ready Room is on the fore port of the Bridge. The Conference Room and Bridge Head is aft starboard.
+* '''Commanding Officer:''' Captain Thaddeus Scott''(Terran Male)''
-===Ten Forward===
+===Commanding Officer Lineage===
-[[Image:Tenforward.png|thumb|left]]
+In the time since her construction, '''Venture''' has been privileged to have two commanding officers overseeing her tours of duty, and one Captain of Engineering overseeing her construction.
-This is a large lounge, located on Deck 10, at the forward most part of the ship. It has a very relaxed and congenial air about it; Ten-Forward is the only place on the ship where rank means nothing - "sir" need not be uttered when a person of lower rank addresses an officer, and everyone is on an equal footing. Opinions can be voiced in complete safety. This lounge is the social center of the ship.
-Ten-Forward has a battery of recreational games and assorted "stuff." 3-D chess, pool tables, poker tables (complete with holographic dealer and chips), windows that look out into space, heavily cushioned seats, and numerous other games. There is also a bar (usually serviced by an on-duty bartender), and it stores various potent alcoholic beverages, such as chech'tluth, Aldebaran whiskey, Saurian brandy, Tzartak aperitif, Tamarian Frost, C&E Warp Lager, Warnog, Antarean brandy, and countless others. The replicators are also able to produce other food and beverages for the crew to enjoy in this relaxed social setting.
+* 2386—2389: Captain Nokin Fora, ''(Bolian Male)''
+* 2389-2398: Captain Qarvez, ''(Benzite Male)''
+* 2398—Present: [[bfms_char:43649|Captain Thaddeus Scott]], ''(Terran Male)''
-===Battle Bridge===
+=Key Location Data=
-[[Image:VentureBattlebridge1.png|thumb|left]]
+With 24 decks, the ship has hundreds of rooms and locations that serve a variety of purposes for the crew. Some of the more notable locations include:
-Being able to separate into two distinct vessels, the Galaxy-class has two bridges. The second bridge is called the Battle Bridge and is located on Deck 8. This bridge duplicates most of the functions of the Main Bridge but places emphasis on piloting, support, and defensive operations. To keep in tune with changing situations the Battle Bridge is also modular like the Main Bridge.
-For the most part, the Battle Bridge is only used when the vessel is in separated flight mode. Outside of this, when the Main Bridge is non-operational most command and control functions are routed to Main Engineering. However in situations were the Main Bridge will experience an extended period of being non-operational, Starfleet procedures require that the Battle Bridge be used to keep Main Engineering clear of non-essential personnel.
+==Bridge, Deck 1==
+[[File:AtlantisBridge1.jpg|right|thumb|Main Bridge; command center for the '''USS Venture''''']]
+Consisting of an amalgamation of successful features from both the [[Galaxy Class|Galaxy]] and [[Sovereign Class|Sovereign]] lineages, and also one major new addition, '''Venture''' has one of the more unique bridge modules in the fleet. Importantly, it makes the most of a variety of technological advancements, such as holoprojectors, holographic communications, in-built weapons lockers and three dimensional computer displays wherever possible.
-===Astrometrics===
+In a move away from more recent styles, and harking back to the traditional layouts of yesteryear, the '''Ulysses''' has an ornately carved rail, known as The Arch, surrounding the command pit and housing a large tactical display used by members of the Tactical Operations Department for all offensive and defensive operations. In the command pit it surrounds, three chairs stand ready for the Captain, her Executive Officer (starboard) and a third seat (port), reserved for the use of the ship's Counsellor, Chief Medical Officer or any official or dignitary the Captain sees fit. Both chairs flanking the Captain have their own stand alone consoles to enable the occupying officers to conduct their duties, whilst the command chair itself has control built into the arms on either side, allowing the Captain unprecedented control from the seat of command (although sh'Elas is much more of a traditionalist and will delegate tasks to others where possible).
-[[Image:VentureAstrometrics1.png|thumb|left]]
+[[File:AtlantisBridge2.jpg|left|thumb|The Arch and access to StratOps]]
-An advancement in integrated data processing, the Astrometrics Laboratory brings with it technological refinements used first aboard the USS Voyager. Served directly by its own auxiliary computer core, the Astrometrics Lab conceivably has the largest single processing potential of any single laboratory aboard ship. Facilities include multiple multi-use consoles, control facilities, a large wraparound viewscreen, and a centrally placed dais with a holo-emitter.
+Directly ahead of the command pit, at the bottom of the ramp and between the commanding officer and the holographic viewscreen, two angled consoles serve as duty stations for Operations (port) and Flight Operations (starboard). Next, and facing the main focal point of the viewscreen, are duty stations for science (port) and engineering (starboard). Around the outside of the bridge, there are countless other additional stations. Behind the main science station on the port bulkhead, additional science and medical consoles are available for mission operations, as well as access to life support. Adjacent to them on the starboard bulkhead, engineering is the focus with additional controls allowing the Chief Engineer access to the same engineering systems as in engineering itself, including access to environmental controls, propulsion systems and the warp core.
+[[File:AtlantisBridge3.jpg|right|thumb|Strategic Operations suite, or StratOps]]
+Most notably, and an exciting feature for inclusion, the bridge has been set back a short distance to allow for an additional facility. Separated from the rest of the bridge by two steps and a railing, the new Strategic Operations suite (known colloquially as StratOps) allows the crew to deal with any scenario that may arise in their mission, without the need to access more specialised facilities around the ship unless absolutely necessary or appropriate. Operations are routinely monitored here, and additional personnel from across the ship may be assigned on a needs basis, such as additional medical or science personnel when evacuating a colony or dealing with an anomaly; security may be beefed up from here in the event of a tactical scenario such as an intruder alert or boarding action; intelligence, strategic operations and command analysts are likely to use the space to provide relevant departments with up to date information in ever changing scenarios. On the back wall, the obligatory Master Systems Display (MSD) is present, but this is a fully customisable display, capable of hundreds of functions, including operating as a reduced viewscreen for mission operations. Most significantly, the space allows for the crew to react to an evolving situation without the need to retreat to the observation lounge.
-All information is directed to the bridge and can be displayed on any console or the main viewscreen. When under warp or staffed by demand, the Astrometrics Laboratory is manned by one supervising officer and as many as eight subordinates.
+Around the command center, six doors provide access to and from the bridge. On the forward port bulkhead, access is available to the observation lounge and Executive Officer's ready room, whilst the starboard door grants access to the commanding officer's private ready room (available for use by any officer in command of the ship), and a forward turbo lift granting express access to key locations only, such as engineering, shuttlebay 1, sickbay, the brig and transporter rooms 1 and 2. At the aft of the bridge, both doors provide access to turbo lifts which enable the crew to access the command center from the rest of the bridge.
+==Key Locations by Deck==
-===Sickbay===
-[[Image:VentureSickbay-1.png|thumb|left]]
-'''Main Sickbay''': There are two sickbay facilities located on Deck 12. The primary facility, Main Sickbay, has two intensive-care wards, a laboratory, a nursery, and the Chief Medical Officer's office. The secondary facility has two dedicated surgery suites, a physical therapy facility, a nursery, and a null-gravy therapy ward. The primary facility is located on the port side of the vessel and the secondary facility is located on the starboard side. Also pursuant to new Medical Protocols, all Primary Medical Facilities are equipped with holo-emitters for the usage of the Emergency Medical Holographic System.
-'''Aid Stations''': Like on Starbases and other large ships, the Galaxy-class has nurse stations around the vessel, almost on each deck. These areas are staffed on a rotating schedule during green mode, and during higher alert status they may all be activated. They provide first aid to injured personnel and become quick essential command posts during situations where the ship is damaged. When the Captain needs to know how many people are injured, those who find out serve at these stations.
-===Main Engineering===
-[[Image:VentureEngineering.png|thumb|left]]
-Main Engineering is located on Deck 36 of the Galaxy Class. Its primary purpose is to be the central point for control of all engineering systems aboard the vessel, especially those relating to propulsion and power generation. Here is located the Matter Antimatter Reaction Chamber is also known as the Warp Core. There are three main consoles in Engineering, the Master Systems Monitor, Warp Propulsion System console, and Impulse Propulsion System console. In between the Warp Propulsion System & Impulse Propulsion System console is the Master Systems Display. Heading towards the warp core from the main entrance one will find the Chief Engineer's Officer on the left and the Assistant Chief Engineer's console on the right. A little more forward is the isolation door. Access to the upper level of Engineering can be found by a ladder on the left of the Matter Antimatter Reaction Chamber or an elevator on the right. The upper level has access to many auxiliary systems as well as egress points.
-During emergencies, Main Engineering can be turned into a command and control center by converting a number of consoles to duplicate the stations on the Main Bridge. The software is already preloaded onto these consoles and each vessel has specific procedures in place in case a situation warrants.
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