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| prefix = USS
| image = [[File:AerieClass.jpg]]
| registry = NCC-88010
| class = Raven
| affiliation = [[Starfleet]]
| status = Active
| commission = 2382
| decommission =
| destroyed =
| taskforce = Task Force 86
| taskgroup = Task Group 64
| quadrant = [[Alpha Quadrant]]
| role = Muilti-Mission Light Starship
| co = [[bfms_char:60425|Lieutenant Jason Devron]]
| xo =
| dedication =
}}


=== What is Bravo Fleet? ===
The '''USS ''Jaxartes''''' is a ''Raven''-class multi-mission light starship.
<blockquote>Founded in 1997, we are one of the world’s largest and oldest Star Trek communities. We offer a friendly and welcoming place to share your passion for Star Trek. We offer a wide array of activities such as solo writing (fiction writing), written group role-play (or simming), gaming, graphics, community competitions, and active community discussion about Trek or sci-fi in general. Our roleplaying games and fictions build on over 20 years of established lore while our Star Trek Online fleet takes on latest challenges fighting the Hur’q or the Vaaudwar. Our competitions encourage members to get creative in building stories, creating art, or flex our brain muscles through puzzles. While we were founded primarily as a role-playing group, we have adapted to the changing landscape to offer a community that prides itself as being a place where one can explore and engages in all that Star Trek has to offer through “infinite diversity, in infinite combinations.”</blockquote>


=== What’s the difference between a game and a fiction? ===
=== Missions ===
<blockquote>Our games are what many groups call “sims or simms.” Through collaboration between the members of the game, a story is built and written together with a game manager (GM) as the leader/coordinator. Each game will have a specific flavor or theme. Usually, but not always, game members primarily or exclusively write for and develop one character in the story in the manner of a role-playing game. You can join an already established game, or when you have the proper rank, start your own (lieutenant commander) or apply for one of our pre-made games (lieutenant). A fiction is usually written by one person or a smaller group of people than a game. When written by a group, the collaboration is in telling the story together, rather than splitting up characters among participants. As a member of the Fleet, you can begin writing the story of your character on our forums (Relay Station Bravo), and eventually write the story of your ship – when you reach the rank of Lt. Commander.</blockquote>
'''Start-Up Problems''' - '''2393'''


=== Where do I start? ===
A new batch of Ensigns gets assigned to the Raven-class vessel named USS Jaxartes. Their mission is to expand further exploration of the Typhon Frontier in areas that Starfleet designates as safe zones. Ensign Praugol, assigned to the USS Jaxartes as its designated Captain, finds itself with a ship half-ready for the long journey. She has to get the crew, the supplies, and the ship working again as Starfleet was on a tied budget when this was approved.
<blockquote>Bravo Fleet offers many different activities, but the first step is to sign up on our website and create a user account. During the sign up process you’ll be asked to create a “main character”, which helps immerse you into our Trek experience a little better. Once you create an account, you’ll be assigned to Starbase Bravo: the fleet HQ and a unit which is tailored towards new members, answering their questions, and guiding them throughout their first steps in our organization. Once you reach the rank of ensign, you’ll be assigned to one of Bravo Fleet’s task forces.</blockquote>


=== What can I do to be involved with Bravo Fleet? ===
=== Ship's Tour ===
<blockquote>Now that you’ve signed up, the activities can begin. Our activities range from group role-play writing, solo role-play writing, competitions, gaming, or even just hanging out with us and chatting on our Discord server.</blockquote>
====Captain's Ready Room====
The Captain's Ready Room, also known as the briefing room, can be found on deck two behind the bridge because the size of the [[Raven Class]] is a relatively small briefing room. In addition, it is located in the middle of the ship, meaning it has no outside view. However, Ensign Valerio installed a holographic window that gives a real-time exterior view. Ensign Valerio gave it as a birthday gift to his Captain. In addition, the ship has some plants that contribute to the liveliness of the room.  


=== What is a primary character? A primary command? How does it all work? ===
The Captain's desk stands on the right side against the wall when entering the briefing room. It looks like a handcrafted table with the color of walnut brown, and it has grain patrons onto the wood to give uniqueness to the desk itself. The desk has two side drawers and a center drawer with a built-in holographic keyboard. When the center drawer is pulled out, the keyboard activates.
<blockquote>Your primary character is your avatar. It can be a character you write and develop, or it can just be a persona for your account as you engage in any Bravo Fleet activities. The character should exist for this purpose as a “face” for your account, rather than being a PC you play in a sim. A primary command is the ship that you’ll eventually earn as you progress through the fleet and its progression system. As you participate in various activities and socialize you’ll progress through the fleet’s ranking system. Once you hit lieutenant commander, you’ll have the option of selecting a ship for yourself. Think of it as an extension of your primary character, who at lieutenant commander is given a command of their own! It is both a thank you for your dedication to the fleet, and some extra flavor for your role-play writing.</blockquote>


=== Where can I write as my primary character/with my primary command ship? ===
On the desk, you will find a group picture of Ensign Praugol and her academy class of 2392. Some scientific accessories such as a Vulcan Dust Globe, a planet mug that shows Federation Founders' planets, and when heated, it offers more astronomic details of those planets. On the side, a Newton Cradle Balance stands that keeps ticking. On the wall, you will find the screen and on its sides two posters that can be changed to any galaxy or star system. Most of the accessories on the desk are there as presents for Sazra, though in her fair opinion, they should have a function, or they shouldn't belong on the desk at all.
<blockquote>Writing for all Bravo Fleet activities takes place directly on the BFMS! Once you have the rank of midshipman, you can request a command which serves as a thread for you to write your stories.</blockquote>


=== What is a Task Force? ===
Praugol receives guests in the Briefing Room on her brown couch. She will sit most of the time in her desk chair and turns around to the guest to begin their conversation. A small round table between them can be used for drinks or for placing some PADDs.
<blockquote>A task force is, in the most basic terms for Bravo Fleet purposes, an organizational unit that helps break down our large membership into more manageable quantities for our voluntary leaders to be able to handle. By breaking down everyone into sub groups this allows our leaders to give more individualized and specific attention to each member.</blockquote>


=== Do I need to run a game (sim) to get promoted? ===
====The Observation Lounge====
<blockquote>No! This is common in many other groups, and was common in Bravo Fleet’s past. Now, running a game is completely voluntary if that is an activity you would like to pursue. Promotions are based on a wide variety of activities and interactions in Bravo Fleet.</blockquote>
At the back of the ship, you will find the Observation Lounge on deck 2. When entering through a small door on the far right side (when coming from the bridge), you will see a long light-brown oak table on the left side, shaped in a stretch-out circle. The chairs are custom designed to those you will find in most Starfleet vessels. However, these chairs are also the same soft color as the table. In the middle of the table, you will find a holographic 3D device that can project any ship, planet, or astronomical object shown during a mission briefing.


=== How can I get a promotion? ===
On the wall, there are paintings of various famous exploration ships. One of those is the USS Enterprise. On the other side, you will find big windows that show the back of the ship and a great view of space itself. It is said that Ensign T'path was mostly found here, as it brought her calmness while practicing her Vulcan meditation. While on the floor before the window, you will find a classic earth-designed carpet with that dark red color.
<blockquote>There are many activities and interactions that earn promotions. Please view our promotion guidelines for more details. As long as you are an active member of Bravo Fleet engaging with others, the chance you’ll earn a promotion is very likely.</blockquote>


=== How do I earn a medal? ===
Back at the entree on the right, you will find a corner for one person to sit and relax. Dr. Ruslanovna has the hobby of creating something of every mission in the form of a beautiful painting. It is in this corner that these small paintings are hanging.
<blockquote>We have various different medals and awards in Bravo Fleet for all sorts of activities. Awards are generally broken down into three categories: merit, activity, and other. Activity awards, as the name suggests, are given as a result of our members participating in the various activities. Merit awards are given for longer term engagement with the fleet at various levels. Awards in the “other” category vary, but are largely vanity awards for different aspects of the fleet. Please view our different awards and their descriptions for more details.</blockquote>


=== If I’m running a game (sim) how do I decide what my players ranks are? ===
====Main Engineering====
<blockquote>Group role-play writing (simming) is its own activity, completely separate from the main structure of the fleet. Members who participate in this activity create secondary characters to write on the various games. Ranks for those characters are strictly at the behest of the writer and the game manager sorting out what works best for them, the story, and the game itself.</blockquote>
From deck 1 to 3 you will find in the middle of the ship the heart of all its power, the main engineering. When entering the engineering, you will hear the humming and buzzing sound of the warp-core, like a purring little kitty. Within the engineering, you will find various tools and monitoring console to keep the flow of energy in control. Most of the ship had to be rebuilt, and the engineering was no exception from it, so even thought it is an aged ship that has seen quite a bit it has newer equipment.


=== So what is the difference between my OOC (out-of-character) rank and IC (in-character) rank on games? ===
===Notable Crew===
<blockquote>Your OOC rank is determined based on your engagement with the fleet. There are different aspects of the fleet to engage in, and as you do you will progress up the ranks. This rank is usually tied to your main character as you scale up. Your IC rank on games is determined solely by yourself and the game GM for what works best for the story.</blockquote>
====Commanding Officers====
*[https://bravofleet.com/command/59811/ 2392 - 2400]: [[bfms_char:59349|Captain Sazra Praugol]]
*[https://bravofleet.com/command/70060/ 2401 - Present]: Captain Salan


=== Common Terminology ===
{{clear}}
{| class="wikitable"
|
|
|-
|BFC/BFCommand
|Bravo Fleet Command, the body composed of the BFCO, BFXO, BFSS, TFCOs, TFXOs, and Department Deputies.
|-
|BFCO
|Bravo Fleet Commanding Officer
|-
|BFXO
|Bravo Fleet Executive Officer
|-
|BFSS / DHs
|Bravo Fleet Senior Staff, the department heads
|-
|BFIntel / IO
|Bravo Fleet Intelligence Officer / Intelligence Office
|-
|BFCoS / CoS
|Bravo Fleet Chief of Staff / Office of the Chief of Staff
|-
|BFOps / Ops
|Bravo Fleet Operations Officer / Bravo Fleet Operations Office
|-
|BFComms / Comms
|Bravo Fleet Communications Officer / Bravo Fleet Communications Office
|-
|BFEO / EO
|Bravo Fleet Engineering Officer / Engineering Office
|-
|BFSO / SO
|Bravo Fleet Security Officer / Security Office
|-
|TFCO
|Task Force Commanding Officer
|-
|TFXO
|Task Force Executive Officer
|-
|TFSS
|Task Force Senior Staff (TFCO and TFXO)
|-
|Deputy
|Department XO
|-
|SO
|Staff Officer, department staff who typically run an entire facet of the department they’re in
|-
|SA
|Staff Assistant, department staff who assist in the day to day operations of a department
|-
|Unit
|A task force or the Reserves
|-
|TF
|Task Force
|-
|SBB
|Starbase Bravo
|-
|Executive Authority
|Authority derived from the BFCO, most commonly used in BFC duties.
|-
|Judicial Authority
|Authority derived from the Judicial Code, commonly used during trials or investigations.
|-
|Conservatorship
|Former BFCOs who hold BF’s real-world assets (server, Discord, etc)
|-
|BFA / Admiralty
|Bravo Fleet Admiralty, the former name for the BFC.
|-
|BFM / Magistrate
|Bravo Fleet Magistrate / Bravo Fleet Magistrate Corps, the former name for BFJAG.
|-
|BFL(O)
|Bravo Fleet Loremaster / Bravo Fleet Lore Office, former name for the Intelligence Officer/Office.
|-
|BFIO
|Bravo Fleet Internet Officer / Bravo Fleet Internet Office, former name for the Engineering Officer/Office.
|-
|BFGO
|Bravo Fleet Gaming Officer / Bravo Fleet Gaming Office, former name for the Security Officer, Office.
|-
|TGCO
|Task Group Commanding Officer, an obsolete TF staff role.
|}

Revision as of 16:11, 12 September 2023

AerieClass.jpg
USS Jaxartes
General Information
Registry NCC-88010
Class & Type Raven-class
Affiliation Starfleet
Status Active
Commissioned 2382
Assignment
Task Force Task Force 86
Task Group Task Group 64
Role Muilti-Mission Light Starship
Key Personnel
Commanding Officer Lieutenant Jason Devron
Template:Starship


The USS Jaxartes is a Raven-class multi-mission light starship.

Missions

Start-Up Problems - 2393

A new batch of Ensigns gets assigned to the Raven-class vessel named USS Jaxartes. Their mission is to expand further exploration of the Typhon Frontier in areas that Starfleet designates as safe zones. Ensign Praugol, assigned to the USS Jaxartes as its designated Captain, finds itself with a ship half-ready for the long journey. She has to get the crew, the supplies, and the ship working again as Starfleet was on a tied budget when this was approved.

Ship's Tour

Captain's Ready Room

The Captain's Ready Room, also known as the briefing room, can be found on deck two behind the bridge because the size of the Raven Class is a relatively small briefing room. In addition, it is located in the middle of the ship, meaning it has no outside view. However, Ensign Valerio installed a holographic window that gives a real-time exterior view. Ensign Valerio gave it as a birthday gift to his Captain. In addition, the ship has some plants that contribute to the liveliness of the room.

The Captain's desk stands on the right side against the wall when entering the briefing room. It looks like a handcrafted table with the color of walnut brown, and it has grain patrons onto the wood to give uniqueness to the desk itself. The desk has two side drawers and a center drawer with a built-in holographic keyboard. When the center drawer is pulled out, the keyboard activates.

On the desk, you will find a group picture of Ensign Praugol and her academy class of 2392. Some scientific accessories such as a Vulcan Dust Globe, a planet mug that shows Federation Founders' planets, and when heated, it offers more astronomic details of those planets. On the side, a Newton Cradle Balance stands that keeps ticking. On the wall, you will find the screen and on its sides two posters that can be changed to any galaxy or star system. Most of the accessories on the desk are there as presents for Sazra, though in her fair opinion, they should have a function, or they shouldn't belong on the desk at all.

Praugol receives guests in the Briefing Room on her brown couch. She will sit most of the time in her desk chair and turns around to the guest to begin their conversation. A small round table between them can be used for drinks or for placing some PADDs.

The Observation Lounge

At the back of the ship, you will find the Observation Lounge on deck 2. When entering through a small door on the far right side (when coming from the bridge), you will see a long light-brown oak table on the left side, shaped in a stretch-out circle. The chairs are custom designed to those you will find in most Starfleet vessels. However, these chairs are also the same soft color as the table. In the middle of the table, you will find a holographic 3D device that can project any ship, planet, or astronomical object shown during a mission briefing.

On the wall, there are paintings of various famous exploration ships. One of those is the USS Enterprise. On the other side, you will find big windows that show the back of the ship and a great view of space itself. It is said that Ensign T'path was mostly found here, as it brought her calmness while practicing her Vulcan meditation. While on the floor before the window, you will find a classic earth-designed carpet with that dark red color.

Back at the entree on the right, you will find a corner for one person to sit and relax. Dr. Ruslanovna has the hobby of creating something of every mission in the form of a beautiful painting. It is in this corner that these small paintings are hanging.

Main Engineering

From deck 1 to 3 you will find in the middle of the ship the heart of all its power, the main engineering. When entering the engineering, you will hear the humming and buzzing sound of the warp-core, like a purring little kitty. Within the engineering, you will find various tools and monitoring console to keep the flow of energy in control. Most of the ship had to be rebuilt, and the engineering was no exception from it, so even thought it is an aged ship that has seen quite a bit it has newer equipment.

Notable Crew

Commanding Officers

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