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| name = Helios
 
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| image = [[File:Helios Akira Trails.jpg]]
|name=The Lost Fleet
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| registry = NCC-63284
|image=[[File:The lost fleet logo-1.png]]
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| class = Akira
|theme=[[Dominion]], [[Deneb Sector]]
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| type = heavy cruiser
|start=5 May, 2023
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| affiliation = Starfleet
|end=18 June, 2023
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| status = Active
|winner=[[bfms_user:2121|Alexandra Sudari-Kravchik]]
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|winningtf=[[Task Force 93]]
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| taskforce = Task Force 47
'''The Lost Fleet''' was the fourth Bravo Fleet [[Fleet Action]] which ran from 5 May, 2023 to 18 June, 2023. It consisted of three phases that each progressed the story of the return of the [[Dominion|Dominion's]] Lost Fleet, last seen being removed from history by the Bajoran Prophets and the subsequent invasion of the [[Deneb Sector]] in early 2401 by Dominion and [[Breen Confederacy]] forces.
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| taskgroup = Task Group 63
 
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The Fleet-wide mission can be found [https://bravofleet.com/mission/76499 here].
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==The Story==
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===Background===
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| co = [[bfms char:81015|Captain Tanek]]
====Return of the Lost Fleet====
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| xo = [[bfms char:81133|Commander Bib]]
In February of 2401<ref>Lost : https://bravofleet.com/story/76502</ref> the crew of the research ship ''Sef'' under the Trill scientist Doctor Marl Trojet attempted to reproduce the work of Doctor Lenara Kahn - the creation of an [[MA:Wormhole#Artificial_wormholes|artificial wormhole]]. Due to scientific institutions across the Federation not willing to entertain Trojet, he was forced to conduct his experiments without support and outside of Federation space.
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The artificial wormhole that was created by Trojet et al however was not a true wormhole with two fixed aperture points. Instead, the aperture that his team had managed to create, inherently unstable much like Doctor Khan's was in the 2370s, had pierced into whatever pocket of reality that the Prophets, the entities residing within the Bajoran Wormhole, had stashed a Dominion invasion fleet that had been transiting the wormhole during the height of the Dominion War and effectively blockading the Alpha Dominion from support from home territories.
 
 
 
These vessels, now free, had not experienced the passage of time and were still on a war footing, believing the Federation to still be their target. While they found themselves out past the Federation's Deneb frontier, their leaders continued with the orders they had when they had departed - assaulting, conquering and occupying Federation territory in the name of the Founders and the Dominion.
 
 
 
====Invasion of the Deneb Sector====
 
 
 
====Fourth Fleet response====
 
 
 
===Battle of Farpoint===
 
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| date =  
 
| location = [[Farpoint Station]], [[Deneb Sector]]
 
| result = Federation Alliance victory
 
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{{belligerent|KDFicon.png|House Lorkoth}}
 
{{belligerent|ROMicon.png|Romulan Republic}}
 
{{belligerent|Tholian Assembly.png|Tholian Assembly}}
 
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| commanders left =  
 
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{{belligerent|FEDicon.png|VADM Beckett}}
 
| commanders right = {{belligerent|DOMicon.png|Unknown Founder}}
 
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*Multiple allied vessels badly damaged
 
 
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'''USS ''Helios'' (NCC-63284)''' is an [[Akira Class|''Akira''-class]] [[United Federation of Planets|Federation]] star ship currently assigned to [[Fourth Fleet|Fourth Fleet's]] [[Task Force 47]]. She is currently under the command of [[bfms char:81015|Captain Tanek]], operating out of [[Deep Space 47]] in the [[Thomar expanse]], providing pathfinding and diplomatic support in the political unstable region.
*Majority of vessels destroyed
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== Service History ==
*All Jem'Hadar forces lost
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=== Commissioning and Early Service ===
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One of the first wave of Akira class vessels produced in 2363, ''Helios'' was part of the wave of new designs rapidly sweeping across the fleet that explored a different form of shipbuilding that focussed on mission specialisation over larger multi-role vessels. Spending much of the next decade at the [[Cardassian Union|Cardassian]] Border ''Helios'' was
| templatemode = nocats
 
}}The Battle of Farpoint in the Deneb system marked the last major action of the crisis caused by the reappearance of Dominion forces just beyond the Federation's Deneb frontier. Forces of the Lost Fleet, unwilling to follow the Great Link's orders to stand down and be escorted to the Gamma Quadrant formed up for an assault on [[Farpoint Station]] with the intent to capture the regional capital and its facilities to allow for continued operations against the Federation.
 
  
[[Fourth Fleet]], with no reinforcements from Starfleet Command, or the old Federation Alliance members, fell back to Deneb alongside elements of the [[Cardassian Union]]'s 9th Order to defend the system and hopefully break the back of the Dominion assault. As preparations were made to reinforce the system as much as possible, ships that had been dispersed across the Deneb Sector to blunt the Dominion advance were recalled post-haste to join the defenders.
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''Helios'' was present in the small task force that supported the efforts of ''[[ma:USS_Stargazer_(NCC-82893)|Stargazer]]'' and the [[ma:Agnes_Jurati#Queen_of_the_Borg|Jurati]] Collective to defend against the dangers of the temporal and spatial anomaly. following these events the ship underwent a major overhaul at the [[Avalon Fleet Yards]] to modify it for deployment with Task Force 47.
  
Dominion forces eventually arrived in the Deneb system and began their assault on the system, rapidly moving in system and engaging the defenders on multiple axes. Unbeknownst to all but a few, efforts to engage with the historical Federation Alliance members or their successor states, had been undertaken by Captain Theodoras on the direction of Vice Admiral Beckett. These efforts were largely successful and ultimately timely as the [[USS Atlantis|USS ''Atlantis'']] arrived soon after the Dominion attack began<ref>What Price for Peace - 20 : https://bravofleet.com/story/82569</ref>, bringing with it a collection of [[Romulan Republic]] ships, a large collection of House Lorkoth forces from the [[Klingon Empire]] and a handful of Tholian vessels that were there to ensure no temporal disturbances were present or unaccounted for after the battle.
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=== Shards of Obsidian ===
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Following the events of Frontier day and losses associated with the resurgence of the Borg activity, Starfleet's assets capable of deploying to the frontier with little support was severely reduced. As part of 'Operation Ploughshares' ''Helios'' was one of several ships originally designed with a combat focus that found themselves refitted to take on diplomatically focused missions independently, with support several days away. Their first mission is to rendezvous at the mining outpost ''Bryntail'' in the Llanidos system, where the [[Starfleet Auxiliary]] is struggling to work with the civilian miners.
  
With the Lost Fleet now sandwiched between two large allied forces, the numerical advantage they had carried in against the defenders had evaporated and more importantly, their strategic and tactical positioning was completely ruined.<ref>Lost and Found : https://bravofleet.com/story/82958</ref>
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== Design and Capabilities ==
  
===Outcome===
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=== Heliades Squadron ===
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Originally created to take advantage of the ''Helios''<nowiki/>' through-deck design as it fulfilled escort carrier duties during the [[ma:Dominion_War|Dominion War]]; ''Heliades'' Squadron has found new life as a specialist service unit. In a galaxy of instant transporters and increased automation, several members of Starfleet Operations have identified a critical vulnerability in starship operations when these systems are rendered unavailable. Whilst effective mass produced vehicles the standard shuttle designs are created with adaptability in mind and as a result cannot provide high level support to star ships and operations. The need for craft and officers who can provide expert logistical support & mobile services aboard larger ships, over and above the standard training of shuttle pilots. ''Heliades'' squad are experts with a wide range of small vehicles, their operation and usage including shuttles, combat auxiliary craft (such as the Valkyrie starfighter) and ground craft, including traditional motorised and wheeled vehicles.
  
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== Notable Locations ==
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=== The Pynx ===
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The Pynx is a state of the art diplomatic and conference centre located in the refitted 'battle module' of Helios, an attempt at Starfleet Command to highlight the peaceful intentions of the new age of exploration. At the cost of some of its torpedo capabilities the module has seen the addition of a large complex of diplomatic suites, each modelled after famous diplomats, a number of multi-function conference and meeting places in addition to a cadre of talented officers from the Federation Diplomatic corps. Throughout the complex holographic generators and advanced environmental systems are able to adapt the suites to cater for a wide variety of needs, allowing diplomatic meetings, conferences and summits to take place aboard the vessel, surrounded by glorious views of the cosmos at every turn.
  
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At the centre of the complex is the main offices of the Diplomatic detachment and the high capacity transporter that connects the module with the rest of the vessel. Travel to and from the module is generally free to all crew-members of any rank, as the suites & multi-function rooms are often used as practice rooms and bookable spaces for the wide variety of shipboard activates.
==Starbase Kickass and Associated Shenanigans==
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==== Hypatia Suite ====
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Situated at the rear of the module, the Aspasia suite's focal point is a set of expansive windows fitted with hand crafted glass from Tellar Prime; the home of many of Starfleet's greatest diplomats, providing an inspiring, unobstructed vista of the galaxy. Named in honour of the pioneering ancient Greek philosopher and mathematician of Earth, the Hypatia suite seeks to inspire whilst presenting a sobering reminder of how small we are in the grand scheme of the universe.
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==== Kor Suite ====
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Inspired by the vaulted ceilings and dramatic statement architecture of the Klingon Hill Council chambers the Kor suite is perfect for channelling the particular spirit of Klingon Diplomacy. Named after the famed Dahar Master and diplomat who served the Empire for over a century, the Kor suite is a grand function room designed for diplomatic functions that require a certain level of dramatic flair. Attached to the main conference room is a small amphitheatre, with specialist acoustics designed by the renowned Ferengi composer Jeere Goold; a perfect stage for entertaining and facilitating more private discussions.
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| affiliation = [[Kickass Fleet]]
 
| status = A good ship
 
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| role = Imaginary
 
| co = Commander William T Riker
 
| xo = Also Riker, because there are two of them
 
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In keeping with Captain Tanek's insistence that all facilities are multi-use outside of mission operations, the various music and live performance groups of Helios have made the Kor suite their home away from home, making use of it's particularly beneficial acoustic design. The additional musical underscore has become a permanent feature of the Agora, much to the pleasure of the Diplomatic Corps.
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==== Soval Suite ====
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[[File:Helios - Soval Suite.png|alt=|thumb|240x240px|The Soval Suite aboard ''USS Helios,'' showcasing the holographic abilities of the diplomatic suite.|link=https://wiki.bravofleet.com/index.php/File:Helios_-_Soval_Suite.png]]Named after the famed Vulcan diplomat and Ambassador to the burgeoning United Earth in the 22nd Century, the Soval suite models itself after the open meeting places of Vulcan where philosophers, scientists and ley persons met to discuss the topics of the day. In this suite the holographic capabilities of The Pynx are used to full effect with the warm, dry environment seeming to disappear into the distance, instilling the peace and calm of the Vulcan homeworld into all discussions.
  
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When not in use for Mission Operations this suite also hosts the twice-weekly meeting of the vessel's hot yoga and meditation group, as well as being the venue for the monthly stargazing club whose bring and share BBQ has become a staple in the ship's calendar.
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| role = Spinning Top of Death
 
| affiliation = Starfleet, but only because their branding was already all over the place
 
| sector = Wouldn't you like to know
 
| system = The fun one, with all the parties going on, but you're not invited.
 
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*Sisko's Creole Kitchen
 
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*Space Roman Elves
 
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*Who let the Geico lizard run a star nation?
 
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==Notable Crew==
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===Commanding Officers===
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*[https://bravofleet.com/command/96498/ 2401 - Present] : [[bfms char:81015|Captain Tanek]]
  
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Revision as of 12:48, 28 February 2024

"The test of any man is in action."
    —Pindar
Helios Akira Trails.jpg
USS Helios
General Information
Registry NCC-63284
Class & Type Akira-class heavy cruiser
Affiliation Starfleet
Status Active
Assignment
Task Force Task Force 47
Task Group Task Group 63
Key Personnel
Commanding Officer Captain Tanek
Executive Officer Commander Bib
Template:Starship

USS Helios (NCC-63284) is an Akira-class Federation star ship currently assigned to Fourth Fleet's Task Force 47. She is currently under the command of Captain Tanek, operating out of Deep Space 47 in the Thomar expanse, providing pathfinding and diplomatic support in the political unstable region.

Service History

Commissioning and Early Service

One of the first wave of Akira class vessels produced in 2363, Helios was part of the wave of new designs rapidly sweeping across the fleet that explored a different form of shipbuilding that focussed on mission specialisation over larger multi-role vessels. Spending much of the next decade at the Cardassian Border Helios was

Helios was present in the small task force that supported the efforts of Stargazer and the Jurati Collective to defend against the dangers of the temporal and spatial anomaly. following these events the ship underwent a major overhaul at the Avalon Fleet Yards to modify it for deployment with Task Force 47.

Shards of Obsidian

Following the events of Frontier day and losses associated with the resurgence of the Borg activity, Starfleet's assets capable of deploying to the frontier with little support was severely reduced. As part of 'Operation Ploughshares' Helios was one of several ships originally designed with a combat focus that found themselves refitted to take on diplomatically focused missions independently, with support several days away. Their first mission is to rendezvous at the mining outpost Bryntail in the Llanidos system, where the Starfleet Auxiliary is struggling to work with the civilian miners.

Design and Capabilities

Heliades Squadron

Originally created to take advantage of the Helios' through-deck design as it fulfilled escort carrier duties during the Dominion War; Heliades Squadron has found new life as a specialist service unit. In a galaxy of instant transporters and increased automation, several members of Starfleet Operations have identified a critical vulnerability in starship operations when these systems are rendered unavailable. Whilst effective mass produced vehicles the standard shuttle designs are created with adaptability in mind and as a result cannot provide high level support to star ships and operations. The need for craft and officers who can provide expert logistical support & mobile services aboard larger ships, over and above the standard training of shuttle pilots. Heliades squad are experts with a wide range of small vehicles, their operation and usage including shuttles, combat auxiliary craft (such as the Valkyrie starfighter) and ground craft, including traditional motorised and wheeled vehicles.

Notable Locations

The Pynx

The Pynx is a state of the art diplomatic and conference centre located in the refitted 'battle module' of Helios, an attempt at Starfleet Command to highlight the peaceful intentions of the new age of exploration. At the cost of some of its torpedo capabilities the module has seen the addition of a large complex of diplomatic suites, each modelled after famous diplomats, a number of multi-function conference and meeting places in addition to a cadre of talented officers from the Federation Diplomatic corps. Throughout the complex holographic generators and advanced environmental systems are able to adapt the suites to cater for a wide variety of needs, allowing diplomatic meetings, conferences and summits to take place aboard the vessel, surrounded by glorious views of the cosmos at every turn.

At the centre of the complex is the main offices of the Diplomatic detachment and the high capacity transporter that connects the module with the rest of the vessel. Travel to and from the module is generally free to all crew-members of any rank, as the suites & multi-function rooms are often used as practice rooms and bookable spaces for the wide variety of shipboard activates.

Hypatia Suite

Situated at the rear of the module, the Aspasia suite's focal point is a set of expansive windows fitted with hand crafted glass from Tellar Prime; the home of many of Starfleet's greatest diplomats, providing an inspiring, unobstructed vista of the galaxy. Named in honour of the pioneering ancient Greek philosopher and mathematician of Earth, the Hypatia suite seeks to inspire whilst presenting a sobering reminder of how small we are in the grand scheme of the universe.

Kor Suite

Inspired by the vaulted ceilings and dramatic statement architecture of the Klingon Hill Council chambers the Kor suite is perfect for channelling the particular spirit of Klingon Diplomacy. Named after the famed Dahar Master and diplomat who served the Empire for over a century, the Kor suite is a grand function room designed for diplomatic functions that require a certain level of dramatic flair. Attached to the main conference room is a small amphitheatre, with specialist acoustics designed by the renowned Ferengi composer Jeere Goold; a perfect stage for entertaining and facilitating more private discussions.

In keeping with Captain Tanek's insistence that all facilities are multi-use outside of mission operations, the various music and live performance groups of Helios have made the Kor suite their home away from home, making use of it's particularly beneficial acoustic design. The additional musical underscore has become a permanent feature of the Agora, much to the pleasure of the Diplomatic Corps.

Soval Suite

The Soval Suite aboard USS Helios, showcasing the holographic abilities of the diplomatic suite.

Named after the famed Vulcan diplomat and Ambassador to the burgeoning United Earth in the 22nd Century, the Soval suite models itself after the open meeting places of Vulcan where philosophers, scientists and ley persons met to discuss the topics of the day. In this suite the holographic capabilities of The Pynx are used to full effect with the warm, dry environment seeming to disappear into the distance, instilling the peace and calm of the Vulcan homeworld into all discussions.

When not in use for Mission Operations this suite also hosts the twice-weekly meeting of the vessel's hot yoga and meditation group, as well as being the venue for the monthly stargazing club whose bring and share BBQ has become a staple in the ship's calendar.

The Terrace

Apollo's

The Oracle

Notable Crew

Commanding Officers