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| name = Task Force 93
| displayName = ''Echelon''-class light cruiser
| seal = [[Image:TF93Seal.png]]
| name = Echelon
| mandate = Humanitarian Operations
| affiliation = United Federation of Planets
| headquarters = [[Starbase 93]]
| operator = Starfleet
| url = [http://www.bravofleet.com/group/task-force-93/ Main Link]
| status = Active
| co = CDRE Imya Jori
| role = Mid-Level Generalist
| xo = CPT Taylor Shakespeare
| type = Light Cruiser
| logo = [[Image:TF93.png]]
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}}'''Task Force 93''' is the Fourth Fleet's designated humanitarian operations unit. Based out of [[Starbase 93]] on the border to the old [[Romulan Neutral Zone]], this task force is tasked with providing humanitarian support and protection to struggling regions of the galaxy. While this includes protection from predatory factions, Task Force 93 aids worlds devastated by natural disasters or violence, and treats with local and major powers to coordinate this assistance.
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}}The '''''Echelon''-class light cruiser''' is a mid-sized starship intended to be an all-rounder within Federation space for defensive and humanitarian missions. Designed alongside the [[Sagan Class|''Sagan''-class light explorer]], the ''Echelon'' has simplified internal systems, shorter range, and a smaller crew compared to her sister, in exchange for easier maintenance and more versatility.  


==Science and Exploration==
==Objectives==
As with all Starfleet cruiser classes, the ''Echelon'' carries a full range of science labs, sensor pallets, and scientific specialists. These ships perform generalist duties within Federation space, which includes stellar mapping and routine scientific studies. Given that the majority of her time is spent on things other than science, many of her labs are mission-configurable, and she is able to embark scientists working on independent projects while the ship carries out patrol or relief missions. They are also ideal for missions of scientific interest where a smaller vessel would be out of its depth, but a large [[Sutherland Class|''Sutherland''-class research cruiser]] would be in too much danger.


''Echelon''-class ships have oversized small craft capabilities, just like the Sagan, and so they are a good platform for launching scouting missions via runabout and for deploying probes. They also routinely service scientific outposts, so they support Starfleet’s scientific agenda in indirect ways.
*'''Assist''' the rebuilding of cultures ravaged by natural or political disasters
*'''Protect''' isolated worlds from predatory factions
*'''Monitor''' the old Neutral Zone to bring safety and support to abandoned peoples
*'''Preserve''' the stability of chaotic regions across the Federation border


==Diplomacy==
==Overview==
''Echelon''-class starships are intended for second-contact missions and other routine diplomatic interactions with established powers. In particular, they are useful where a large amount of cargo must be moved as part of a humanitarian or diplomatic process. They are not luxurious, either in their facilities or in their interior finishes, but they do have dedicated guest quarters, conference facilities, and variable life support systems. These starships are also good candidates for transporting ambassadors within Federation space, as well as providing transport to foreign dignitaries.


==Engineering==
For the last decade and a half, Task Force 93 has served as a humanitarian and peacekeeping force along the Romulan border. Following the hypernova of 2387, it was tasked with securing the former Neutral Zone, protecting Federation interests in the Beta Quadrant. Worlds have been abandoned by the Federation and [[Romulan Factions]] alike, left to fend for themselves against the ravages of regional dangers, fledgling and weak infrastructures, and natural disasters. With the [[Fourth Fleet]]'s repurposing with a galactic mandate, it was deemed Task Force 93 take this skill and expertise to all troubled corners of the galaxy.
Though they are outwardly very similar to ''Sagan''-class starships, ''Echelon''-class starships do not incorporate the same Borg-derived advances in their systems. Systems aboard the ''Echelon'' are tried-and-true, optimized for ruggedness and ease of maintenance over performance. Their internal complexity is also comparatively less, because of not needing a second warp core or full second set of warp nacelles. Like with the ''Sagan'', a roughly circular saucer section is joined to a flat secondary hull, with the nacelles mounted above the ship. Warp speeds match the ''Sagan'', but with half the endurance.


Secondary craft facilities dominate the aft end of the ship, with three hangers on the stern and a fourth connected to a staging area behind the bridge. These hangers are interconnected with cargo bays as well, making the ''Echelon'' adept at engineering and humanitarian support missions. They can also deploy a wing of fighters, but their mission parameters don’t usually call for them.
Recent years have seen many powers withdrawing their support to many regions as they reinforce the borders they can protect. In their wake are worlds vulnerable to regional piracy or exploitation by other powers, worlds forced to rebuild governance and infrastructure from scratch, worlds lacking any support should the worst happen. Be they independent or answering to a higher government, Federation or otherwise, the support that now arrives fastest is from Task Force 93.


==Tactical==
This work is more than bringing blankets. It takes engaging with communities to meet their needs, navigating fraught diplomacy with local leaders and their conflicting priorities, providing protection from opportunistic pirates that might see such a world ripe for the taking, or nearby powers that might see them ripe for seizing. Across the galaxy are worlds that have been chewed up and spat out by one government or another. To some, Task Force 93 is a welcome helping hand. To others, a necessary shield.
''Echelon''-class starships are reasonably well-armed and well-shielded, but they are mid-level ships, not intended to go toe-to-toe with threats on their own. They are armed with 8 Type-XIV phaser arrays around the saucer and secondary hull, as well as two forward and two aft torpedo launchers in the pods on the nacelle struts. Metaphasic shielding is standard. While this arsenal is significant, and easily out-classes older ships, ''Echelon'' class ships’ power generation capabilities are lower than those of a heavy cruiser or explorer, and so their overall firepower is limited.


Unique amongst current starship classes, their weapons have been specifically tuned with traceable payloads which can ionize the hulls of their targets to allow them to be tracked. This allows the ''Echelon'' to essentially tag threats that it can’t handle on its own, so it can either pursue them through warp and/or summon help to deal with them. This capability is especially useful in pursuing smugglers, pirates, and others who will tend to run rather than stand and fight.
==Task Force Assets and Headquarters==


==Shipboard Life==
While Task Force 93 is no longer the major Starfleet force supervising the Neutral Zone, it retains its headquarters at [[Starbase 93]] on the border, which is home to Devron Fleet Yards. With the capacity to resupply and maintain ships in the region as well as the Task Force's vessels, the fleet yards  provides a base of operations from which relief missions can be launched to all quarters of the galaxy.
''Echelon''-class starships are optimized for their overall performance and the ease of internal access to critical systems, meaning that they are sleek and spartan like most other ships of this era in starship design. As on the ''Sagan'', crew quarters are smaller than on some older classes, and there are fewer quarters with windows. Crew recreation is thus focused on communal areas, including several lounges, bars, and mess halls. Holodeck facilities are state-of-the-art.  


Medical facilities are larger on the ''Echelon'' than on the ''Sagan'', because of the ship’s intended role of humanitarian and generalist duties within Federation space. Several secondary wards support a main sickbay, and there are additional triage facilities available near to the shuttle bays.  
The flagship of Task Force 93 is the [[USS Verity|USS ''Verity'']], an [[Odyssey Class|''Odyssey''-class]] heavy explorer, which is based out of SB93.


This class is still quite new, so it is considered a good assignment, but it is well-known that Starfleet intends to keep these ships on mid-level assignments. New officers will cut their teeth on these ships before being sent to more exciting ships headed further out into space. This is also a proving ground for new captains.
=== Task Force Composition ===


==''Echelon''-class History==
==== Task Group 44 ====
Design on the ''Echelon'' and ''Sagan'' classes began in the early 2390s at the San Francisco Fleet Yards. As part of a general trend in Starfleet shipbuilding towards the aesthetics of the 2290s—clean lines, fewer windows, and fewer curves—this project was originally envisioned as just one class with both two and four-nacelled units to serve as close and long-range versions of the same basic mid-sized cruiser design. As this process progressed, though, Starfleet chose the four-nacelled design to become not just another heavy cruiser design, but a long-range explorer and the testbed for many Borg-inspired systems developed from extensive research into ''Voyager''’s systems and work on the so-called Artifact. Production on the ''Echelon'' class began in 2394, and the first vessels entered service by 2397.


By the early 25th century, the ''Echelon''-class is still quite new, but is becoming a recognizable part of the fleet throughout Federation space. <gallery>
*[[USS Eagle|USS ''Eagle'']], a [[Diligent Class|''Diligent''-class]] frigate
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*[[USS Excelsior|USS ''Excelsior'']], a [[Excelsior II Class|''Excelsior II''-class]] heavy cruiser
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*[[USS Galahad|USS ''Galahad'']], a [[Intrepid Class|''Intrepid''-class]] light explorer
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*[[USS Polaris|USS ''Polaris'']], an [[Odyssey Class|''Odyssey''-class]] heavy explorer
</gallery>
*[[Saratoga Squadron]]
**[[USS Saratoga|USS ''Saratoga'']], an [[Odyssey Class|''Odyssey''-class]] heavy explorer
**[[USS Oneida|USS ''Oneida'']], an [[Aquarius Class|''Aquarius''-class]] light escort
**[[USS Gagarin|USS ''Gagarin'']], a [[Gagarin Class|''Gagarin''-class]] heavy escort
*[[USS Sutherland|USS ''Sutherland'']], a [[Sutherland Class|''Sutherland'' class]] research cruiser
*[[USS Warspite|USS ''Warspite'']], an [[Inquiry Class|''Inquiry''-class]] heavy cruiser


==The ''Echelon'' Class In-Play==
==== Task Group 58 ====


*Echelon-class starships are externally identical to the ''Sagan'', but with only two nacelles. They are shorter range, have a smaller crew, and are meant to serve as cruisers, rather than venturing off too far into deep space. They’re new and capable, but a little less special than the ''Sagan''.
*[[USS Auckland|USS ''Auckland'']], a [[Parliament Class|''Parliament''-class]] utility cruiser
*This class has a large shuttle/cargo complex, so it would be good at similar types of missions to the Cerritos, like engineering support, but it’s also much better armed, so those support missions could happen in more dangerous eras.
*[[USS Avenger|USS ''Avenger'']], a [[Defiant Class|''Defiant''-class]] escort
*We have seen that in this era of Star Trek, things are shiny and polished, with little emphasis on luxury. Fewer windows means either smaller quarters or at least fewer quarters with windows, so your crew are going to have to get to know each other in the lounge or bar.
*[[USS Drake|USS ''Drake'']], a [[Diligent Class|''Diligent''-class]] frigate
*[[USS Hamilton|USS ''Hamilton'']], a [[Parliament Class|''Parliament''-class]] utility cruiser
*[[USS Hiddekel|USS ''Hiddekel'']], a [[Raven Class|''Raven''-class]] multi-mission light starship
*[[USS Hood|USS ''Hood'']], an [[Obena Class|''Obena''-class]] explorer
*[[USS Shepard|USS ''Shepard'']], a [[Reliant Class|''Reliant-''class]] frigate


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== Task Force History ==
When Task Force 93's mandate of providing support to those who needed it the most changed in 2399, assets were redeployed to ensure that the Task Force's focus was not just along the fractured border that the Federation now shared with the various Romulan factions. That said, the initial response from Task Force 93 maintained a focus near to the former Neutral Zone.
 
==== The Archanis Campaign ====
One of the biggest operations that Task Force 93 was fully involved with was the unexpected invasion of the  [[Hunters of D'Ghor]] of the [[Archanis Sector]]. Along with other ships from the Fourth Fleet, ships from Task Force 93 entered the Archanis Sector to assist with repelling the rogue Klingons and providing support to Federation worlds, outposts and other assets that were affected. The clean-up operation, after Starfleet forces were successful with their efforts, was led by Task Force 93. Restoring stability along the border was essential. Task Force 93 ships saw themselves having to prove to Federation colonies that the threat was now removed and that the Federation government took the incident seriously. Further construction of defence networks took place, alongside providing care and aid.
 
==== The Echoes of the Tkon ====
During the end of 2399, every single ship across Starfleet was placed on high alert after multiple sightings of the [[Omega molecule]] were reported. Task Force 93 ships were assigned to the duty of not only dealing with this threat, but also found them having to help ships that found themselves stranded after some molecules exploded, causing disruption in subspace and preventing warp drive to be used in some areas of known space. Furthermore, certain worlds and bases were left without any external support, as a result Task Force 93 became that vital lifeline to them. Eventually ships were given the order to provide assistance in tracking down [[Tkon Empire]] artefacts, which eventually resulted in the removal of the Omega threat and other dangers that this incident brought. Lessons learnt from the post recovery efforts from the Archanis Campaign prepared Task Force 93, for once again helping those who need assistance in rebuilding.
 
==== The Stormbreaker Campaign ====
In early 2400, the [[Century Storm]] hit the [[ma:Paulson Nebula|Paulson Nebula]] and the surrounding region. This phenomenon severely affected those ships, stations and colonies that existed in this area, causing huge disruption to communication and placing lives on the line. To prevent millions from being killed, the Federation government ordered an immediate evacuation of the area. Task Force 93 ships saw action, along with other ships from the Fourth Fleet, to help those who were affected by the countless ion storms. The entire event took time and many installations were either lost or severely damaged by the ion storms. Though many were saved, some were not as fortunate as others. Many search and rescue missions were undertaken by ships in Task Force 93.
 
==== Sundered Wings ====
Having so many ships and stations based near to the shared border with the Romulans, Task Force 93 found itself in the thick of it when the [[Star Empire of Rator]] collapsed and the [[Velorum Sector]] declared its independence before seeking assistance from the Federation. This massive political upheaval caused a high level of tension between the Federation and the various [[Romulan Factions]]. Task Force 93 ships were given the mandate to send ships into the area and provide relief effort to those Romulan worlds that were isolated from others and required the support to support their populations. The Velorum Sector eventually opted to join the [[Romulan Republic]] once a majority of their worlds were stabilised, thanks to the efforts of Starfleet and a meditated deal led by the Federation.
 
==== The Blood Dilithium Campaign ====
 
 
==== Command History ====
 
* Early 2399: Admiral Elizabeth Wolf
* Early 2399: Rear Admiral Sebastein Leclerc
* Mid 2399: Fleet Captain Azras Dex
* Late 2399: Vice Admiral Aubrey Seagraves*
* Early 2400: Captain Gar'rath
* Mid 2400: Captain Henry Maxwell
* Late 2400: Rear Admiral Zack Marshall-Bennet*
* Late 2400: Fleet Captain Imya Jori
 
''<sup>*denotes Interim Commander</sup>''

Revision as of 02:29, 25 April 2023

This article is official Bravo Fleet canon.








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Task Force 93
Mandate

Humanitarian Operations

Headquarters

Starbase 93

Leadership
Commander

CDRE Imya Jori

Deputy Commander

CPT Taylor Shakespeare

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Task Force 93 is the Fourth Fleet's designated humanitarian operations unit. Based out of Starbase 93 on the border to the old Romulan Neutral Zone, this task force is tasked with providing humanitarian support and protection to struggling regions of the galaxy. While this includes protection from predatory factions, Task Force 93 aids worlds devastated by natural disasters or violence, and treats with local and major powers to coordinate this assistance.

Objectives

  • Assist the rebuilding of cultures ravaged by natural or political disasters
  • Protect isolated worlds from predatory factions
  • Monitor the old Neutral Zone to bring safety and support to abandoned peoples
  • Preserve the stability of chaotic regions across the Federation border

Overview

For the last decade and a half, Task Force 93 has served as a humanitarian and peacekeeping force along the Romulan border. Following the hypernova of 2387, it was tasked with securing the former Neutral Zone, protecting Federation interests in the Beta Quadrant. Worlds have been abandoned by the Federation and Romulan Factions alike, left to fend for themselves against the ravages of regional dangers, fledgling and weak infrastructures, and natural disasters. With the Fourth Fleet's repurposing with a galactic mandate, it was deemed Task Force 93 take this skill and expertise to all troubled corners of the galaxy.

Recent years have seen many powers withdrawing their support to many regions as they reinforce the borders they can protect. In their wake are worlds vulnerable to regional piracy or exploitation by other powers, worlds forced to rebuild governance and infrastructure from scratch, worlds lacking any support should the worst happen. Be they independent or answering to a higher government, Federation or otherwise, the support that now arrives fastest is from Task Force 93.

This work is more than bringing blankets. It takes engaging with communities to meet their needs, navigating fraught diplomacy with local leaders and their conflicting priorities, providing protection from opportunistic pirates that might see such a world ripe for the taking, or nearby powers that might see them ripe for seizing. Across the galaxy are worlds that have been chewed up and spat out by one government or another. To some, Task Force 93 is a welcome helping hand. To others, a necessary shield.

Task Force Assets and Headquarters

While Task Force 93 is no longer the major Starfleet force supervising the Neutral Zone, it retains its headquarters at Starbase 93 on the border, which is home to Devron Fleet Yards. With the capacity to resupply and maintain ships in the region as well as the Task Force's vessels, the fleet yards provides a base of operations from which relief missions can be launched to all quarters of the galaxy.

The flagship of Task Force 93 is the USS Verity, an Odyssey-class heavy explorer, which is based out of SB93.

Task Force Composition

Task Group 44

Task Group 58

Task Force History

When Task Force 93's mandate of providing support to those who needed it the most changed in 2399, assets were redeployed to ensure that the Task Force's focus was not just along the fractured border that the Federation now shared with the various Romulan factions. That said, the initial response from Task Force 93 maintained a focus near to the former Neutral Zone.

The Archanis Campaign

One of the biggest operations that Task Force 93 was fully involved with was the unexpected invasion of the Hunters of D'Ghor of the Archanis Sector. Along with other ships from the Fourth Fleet, ships from Task Force 93 entered the Archanis Sector to assist with repelling the rogue Klingons and providing support to Federation worlds, outposts and other assets that were affected. The clean-up operation, after Starfleet forces were successful with their efforts, was led by Task Force 93. Restoring stability along the border was essential. Task Force 93 ships saw themselves having to prove to Federation colonies that the threat was now removed and that the Federation government took the incident seriously. Further construction of defence networks took place, alongside providing care and aid.

The Echoes of the Tkon

During the end of 2399, every single ship across Starfleet was placed on high alert after multiple sightings of the Omega molecule were reported. Task Force 93 ships were assigned to the duty of not only dealing with this threat, but also found them having to help ships that found themselves stranded after some molecules exploded, causing disruption in subspace and preventing warp drive to be used in some areas of known space. Furthermore, certain worlds and bases were left without any external support, as a result Task Force 93 became that vital lifeline to them. Eventually ships were given the order to provide assistance in tracking down Tkon Empire artefacts, which eventually resulted in the removal of the Omega threat and other dangers that this incident brought. Lessons learnt from the post recovery efforts from the Archanis Campaign prepared Task Force 93, for once again helping those who need assistance in rebuilding.

The Stormbreaker Campaign

In early 2400, the Century Storm hit the Paulson Nebula and the surrounding region. This phenomenon severely affected those ships, stations and colonies that existed in this area, causing huge disruption to communication and placing lives on the line. To prevent millions from being killed, the Federation government ordered an immediate evacuation of the area. Task Force 93 ships saw action, along with other ships from the Fourth Fleet, to help those who were affected by the countless ion storms. The entire event took time and many installations were either lost or severely damaged by the ion storms. Though many were saved, some were not as fortunate as others. Many search and rescue missions were undertaken by ships in Task Force 93.

Sundered Wings

Having so many ships and stations based near to the shared border with the Romulans, Task Force 93 found itself in the thick of it when the Star Empire of Rator collapsed and the Velorum Sector declared its independence before seeking assistance from the Federation. This massive political upheaval caused a high level of tension between the Federation and the various Romulan Factions. Task Force 93 ships were given the mandate to send ships into the area and provide relief effort to those Romulan worlds that were isolated from others and required the support to support their populations. The Velorum Sector eventually opted to join the Romulan Republic once a majority of their worlds were stabilised, thanks to the efforts of Starfleet and a meditated deal led by the Federation.

The Blood Dilithium Campaign

Command History

  • Early 2399: Admiral Elizabeth Wolf
  • Early 2399: Rear Admiral Sebastein Leclerc
  • Mid 2399: Fleet Captain Azras Dex
  • Late 2399: Vice Admiral Aubrey Seagraves*
  • Early 2400: Captain Gar'rath
  • Mid 2400: Captain Henry Maxwell
  • Late 2400: Rear Admiral Zack Marshall-Bennet*
  • Late 2400: Fleet Captain Imya Jori

*denotes Interim Commander

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