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| name = Buran
 
| prefix = USS
 
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| image = [[file:Endeavourwiki2.png]]
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| registry = NCC-91895
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| registry = NCC-81711
| class = Constitution III
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| class = Rhode Island
| type = explorer
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| type = Scout
 
| affiliation = [[Starfleet]]
 
| affiliation = [[Starfleet]]
 
| status = Active
 
| status = Active
| commission = 2400
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| commission = 2380
 
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| unit = Fourth Fleet Operations
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| taskforce = Task Force 47
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| taskgroup = Task Group 63
| squadron = Endeavour Squadron
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| squadron = Lakota Squadron
| role = Explorer
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| co = [[bfms_char:19711|Commander Karana Valance]]
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| role = Exploration and Support
| dedication = [[file:EndeavourPlaque2a.png]]
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| co = [[bfms_char:45331|Captain Romaes Anjin]]
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}}{{quote|The only way to discover the limits of the possible is to go beyond them into the impossible. |'''Arthur C. Clarke - ''Ship's Dedication Quote'''''}}
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'''USS ''Buran''''' is a [[Rhode Island Class|''Rhode Island''-class scout]] assigned to the Fourth Fleet. She has a storied history that spans multiple decades in each of the last three centuries, establishing its enduring legacy in Starfleet. Originating in the 2250s as a Cardenas-class starship, it was the first in a line of vessels to bear the name. The current iteration, the third USS ''Buran'', belongs to the sleek and agile [[Rhode Island Class|Rhode Island-class]], reflecting its versatility and adaptability in the ever-changing cosmos.
  
{{quote|The arching sky is calling|'''Robert Heinlein - ''Ship's Dedication Quote'''''}}
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Commissioned in the year 2380, the USS ''Buran'' has been designed to excel in various roles. Its remarkable speed and agility make it a prime candidate for fast exploration missions, enabling rapid mapping of uncharted territories. Simultaneously, the vessel boasts powerful sensor platforms, making it a formidable tactical scout capable of identifying potential threats with precision.
  
The '''USS ''Endeavour''''' (NCC-91895) is a [[Constitution III Class|''Constitution III''-class]] starship assigned to the [[Fourth Fleet]] and [[Endeavour Squadron]] under the command of [[bfms_char:19711|Commander Karana Valance]]. Commissioned in early 2400, ''Endeavour'' was built from the parts of her [[USS Endeavour (NCC-87507)|decommissioned predecessor]], a [[Manticore Class|''Manticore''-class]], and reformed into something new: a symbol of [[Starfleet|Starfleet’s]] spirit of cooperation and exploration.
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Recently relaunched from [[Avalon Fleet Yards]] following a minor refit, which coincided with the conclusion of Frontier Day, the USS ''Buran'' is now at the forefront of [[Task Force 47]]'s [[Lakota Squadron]]. Under the capable command of [[bfms_char:45331|Captain Romaes Anjin]], the ''Buran'' stands ready to uphold its storied legacy, embodying the spirit of exploration, tactical prowess, and service that has defined the ''Buran'' lineage for centuries.
  
Since early 2401, she has been assigned to the [[Midgard Sector]], basing her missions out of [[Gateway Station]]. A border region adjacent to the old territories of the [[Romulan Star Empire]] and [[Romulan Neutral Zone|Neutral Zone]], ''Endeavour'' now seeks to reach out to those abandoned by the collapse of the empire, forge new friendships, and explore this newly-independent expanse. Refugees need Starfleet aid, worlds no longer under the rule of [[Star Empire of Rator|Rator]] or Romulus need welcoming to the galactic family, and vast stretches of the unknown must be explored. But the region is still volatile and dangerous, a breeding ground for criminals and warlords. Not everyone will look fondly on the [[United Federation of Planets|Federation’s]] arrival, and many will have a right to be left alone. Walking the line between reaching out and interfering, between exploring and trespassing, between helping and imposing, is a tall challenge for ''Endeavour'' in this new era of Starfleet’s efforts to reach back out to the galaxy.
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===Mission Objectives===
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With its increased armament and warp capabilities, the Rhode Island Class|Rhode Island-class USS ''Buran'']] is considered a Scout/Escort Type Vessel in which their mission objects include all of the standard [[Nova Class|Nova-class]], along with a few extra:
  
If duties take ''Endeavour'' and the squadron beyond the sector, she acts as the flagship, the formation’s command leading from her decks. This may be in emerging crises, challenges for which her crew are best-suited, or simply at the directive of Fourth Fleet Command. But wherever she goes, above all, ''Endeavour’s'' duty is to bring the Federation’s torch of hope and discovery to a shrouded frontier.
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*Provide a platform for extended scientific survey and scouting missions.
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*Provide autonomous capability for full execution of Federation defensive, cultural, scientific, and explorative policy in deep space or border territory.
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*Serve as a frontline support vehicle during emergencies and a platform for the extension of Federation diplomacy and policy.
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*Provide non-critical functions such as transport of personnel and cargo when necessary, extended aid, and short-range patrol.
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*Provide a multi-mission mobile platform for a wide range of scientific and explorative research, and diplomatic projects.
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*Provide autonomous capability for full execution of Federation defensive, cultural, scientific, and explorative policy in deep space or border territory.
  
Since her commissioning, ''Endeavour'' has performed key duties in some of the most notable incidents of the dawn of the 25th century, from responses to the [[Century Storm]], to the stabilisation of the [[Velorum Sector]] during the [[Sundered Wings|fall]] of the [[Star Empire of Rator|Romulan Star Empire]], to the Blood Dilithium crisis of the [[Gradin Belt]] and the Lost Fleet's invasion of the [[Deneb Sector]].
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==Technical Configuration==
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''Main Article: [[Rhode Island Class|Rhode Island-class Scout]]''
  
==Design and Layout==
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===Key Location Data===
''See: [[User:Beckett/Endeavour/Endeavour Deck Listing|USS]]'' [[User:Beckett/Endeavour/Endeavour Deck Listing|Endeavour ''Deck Listing'']]
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*''Main Article: [[User:Kai1701E/squadron/Deck_Listing|''Buran'' deck listing]]
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*''Main Article: [[User:Kai1701E/squadron/Tour|Tour of the ''Buran'' ]]
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With only 8 decks and short term missions to complete, the 90 crew of the ''Buran'' have a relatively comfortable standard of living, despite the close quarters they share.
  
When the ''Manticore''-class USS ''Endeavour'' was decommissioned, Starfleet ordered the hulk to be used to construct her successor. Like many ships of her class, the ''Constitution III''-class ''Endeavour'' is thus built using much of the hull, internal systems, and computer of her predecessor. This has engendered a strong sense of continuity, especially with many of the crew carrying over service across both ships.
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====Bridge====
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Modelled on the successful layout of other small vessels such as the ''Nova'' and ''Saber''-class starships, the bridge of the ''Buran'' has a slightly altered colour scheme and a much-changed console layout across the bridge. Making the most of a variety of technological advancements, such as holoprojectors, holographic communications, in-built weapons lockers and three-dimensional computer displays in places, the [[Rhode Island Class|Rhode Island-class]] bridge module is one of the most advanced in the pre-2400 fleet. Perhaps one of its most charming features is the glass MSD on the back feature wall which is entirely customisable and interactive.
  
The ''Constitution III'' emerged as Starfleet's era of designing for comfort and luxury was waning, but ''Endeavour'' is still expected to act as a beacon of the hope the Federation can bring to a fraught region of space. Her interior matches the more utilitarian feel of many of her class, with more polished metals, uncarpeted decks, and cooler colours on the fixtures. She is by no means cold or unwelcoming in design, however, and is built with the expectation the crew may live aboard for months at a time.
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[[file:Arimatheabridge.jpg|thumb|left|300px|Bridge module, USS ''Buran'']]
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In a move away from more recent styles, and harking back to the traditional layouts of yesteryear, the ''Buran'' has a single center command seat for the commanding officer allowing the occupant a full view of all stations. Directly ahead of them, down a few steps and between the commanding officer and the holographic viewscreen, two consoles have been merged into one single station, serving as duty stations for Operations (port) and Flight Operations (starboard). Surrounding the bridge, an additional four duty stations make up the rest of the command center's capacity. On the starboard bulkhead, two stations are dedicated to science (forward) and mission operations (aft), while on the port bulkhead, stations are reserved for tactical operations (forward) and engineering (aft).
  
With most quarters consisting of only one room, ''Endeavour'' relies on communal facilities for the crew to mingle and enjoy time off; most decks offer at least a small observation lounge for relaxing and socialising, and the ship has multiple mess halls of varying sizes. Most of these are somewhat utilitarian, with only the main lounge expected to field visitors. The mess hall near Main Engineering, for example, is one of the more stark and 'rough and ready' break spaces aboard.
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Around the command center, two doors provide access to and from the bridge. On the starboard bulkhead, access is available to the ready room, observation lounge and the rest of deck 1 (including an emergency turbo lift to engineering and sickbay), whilst the port door grants access to the rest of the ship.
 
 
===Bridge===
 
[[File:Connie3bridge.jpg|left|thumb|Bridge of the USS Endeavour]]
 
 
 
The ''Constitution III''-class's aesthetics intentionally harken back to Starfleet's golden age of exploration, and ''Endeavour'' is no different, blending traditions with modern innovation. The bridge is designed to be visually impressive for crew, visitors, and those communicating by viewscreen. As with much of the ship, the decks are polished steel and the fixtures cool metals.
 
 
 
''Endeavour's'' bridge has three central chairs, rather than one command chair. The chair to the CO's right is reserved for the executive officer, while the left is a space for guests or mission advisors. Facing the captain's chair from the viewscreen, the helm officer is seated at the front-left with the operations officer at the front-right, while the science station is in the alcove on the far left with tactical in the alcove on the far right. The communications officer's post is at the rear right, between the door to the conference room and the turbolift, while the opposite station on the left is often used by mission advisors or to monitor secondary operations such as away teams or auxiliary craft.
 
 
 
===Strategic Operations Centre===
 
[[File:SOC1.png|left|thumb|The Strategic Operations Centre]]
 
At Captain Rourke's behest, facilities akin to the Combat Information Centre aboard ''Endeavour's'' predecessor were installed aboard. Designated as the Strategic Operations Centre, the SOC can provide an information and analysis hub supporting mission objectives beyond merely military, and including economic and political. From the SOC, staff have an overview of a region on the holographic interface and can monitor changes and plan operations. This positions ''Endeavour'' for data gathering and analysis operations across multiple systems and locations, be they focused on strategy, intelligence, or science.
 
 
 
With the multi-mission nature of the ship, the SOC sees extensive use as a mission planning centre during diplomatic operations with multiple local concerns, such as security or humanitarian support. With ''Endeavour's'' regular long-term operations in a single area, the SOC facilitates the Chief Intelligence Officer's work to maintain records and build up actionable knowledge to support missions. It also often sees use by the civilian and Starfleet diplomatic staff when liaising.
 
 
 
If the squadron is deploying away from Gateway Station, the SOC acts as a command centre for the squadron leader and their staff. This provides operational space away from the bridge and allows the command team to conduct strategic analysis and issue orders to the squadron at large.
 
 
 
===The Safe House===
 
[[File:Safehouse2a.png|thumb|The Safe House]]
 
There are several messes and lounges aboard ''Endeavour'', offering space for the crew to socialise, relax, eat and drink. Most are built in the same standard design as the rest of the ship. An exception is the Safe House. The main lounge and bar aboard ''Endeavour'', it acts not just as a leisure space for the crew but hosts gatherings with guests that could include diplomats and dignitaries. It has been designed for comfort, with gentle lighting and brightly-coloured upholstery to soften the utilitarian feel of much of the ship. Seating is a mixture of comfortable booths that can provide limited privacy or even intimacy, and tables on the main floor that are cleared away when more space is needed.
 
 
 
The Safe House can swing between an atmosphere of a bustling party to a more intimate buzz, but the nature of the Starfleet life and crew shift patterns means it always feels like a place to catch up over bar snacks and a drink, or at least a coffee.
 
 
 
===The Round Table===
 
[[File:Roundtable1.jpg|thumb|The Round Table]]
 
The officers' mess on Deck 7 has been named the Round Table. Reserved for the exclusive use of senior staff, other ranking officers, and their guests, it has been designed for a close, intimate feel for small gatherings or one-on-one meetings. It is furnished in blacks, golds, and greens in an art deco style. Seating is at the bar or one of the narrow booths, and refreshments are provided by the bar staff. This includes replicated fare, but several of ''Endeavour's'' officers have stocked the bar with drinks from their personal supplies with varying levels of generosity. It is a preferred place for officers seeking a quiet drink, a private conversation, or a getaway from the hustle and bustle of the ship. On occasion, it is reserved by the captain for gatherings exclusively for the senior staff or his guests.
 
  
 
==Auxiliary Craft==
 
==Auxiliary Craft==
Some of the auxiliary craft from the previous ''Endeavour'' were recovered, and Rourke retained and expanded the naming conventions of before, shuttles and runabouts named after the mythical court of Camelot instituted originally by Captain Leonidas MacCallister. Rather than retain the full complement of shuttles for a ''Constitution III'', a quartet of fighters have been installed, deployed for ceremonial escort duties as much as patrol and scouting missions.
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===Shuttlebay===
 
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Due to the small size of the ''Buran'', she has a single shuttlebay aft of the ship that houses just one runabout and two shuttles, all named after locations or ships used as part of the Russian ''Buran'' Spacecraft Project.
===[https://wiki.bravofleet.com/index.php/Personnel_Shuttles#Type_14_Shuttle Type-14 Shuttles]===
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====[[Personnel_Shuttles#Type_12_Shuttle|Type 12 Shuttles]]====
Twelve of the auxiliary craft aboard are Type-14 shuttles, the standard for most Starfleet ships. With only a flight crew of one or two officers, they struggle to fit even an additional four personnel aboard. Despite this, they are capable of reasonably long-distance missions. With other, larger auxiliary craft aboard, the Type-14s are usually reserved for simple ferrying or survey duties.
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''Baikonur'', ''Ptichka''
 
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====[[Runabouts#Volga-class_runabout|''Volga''-class Runabouts]]====
*''Galahad''
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''Aelita''
*''Lancelot''
 
*''Bedivere''
 
*''Percival''
 
*''Gawain''
 
*''Tristan''
 
*''Agravain''
 
*''Dagonet''
 
*''Bors''
 
*''Sagramore''
 
*''Ector''
 
*''Kay''
 
 
 
===[https://wiki.bravofleet.com/index.php/Runabouts#Orion-class_runabout ''Orion''-class runabouts]===
 
The two ''Orion''-class runabouts are the 'mid-weight' auxiliary craft for ''Endeavour''. With a flight crew of only three, they are reserved either for long-range missions for only two to four crew where its bunk space and facilities will be needed, or significant survey or away operations close to home making use of the resources without relying on ''Endeavour'' herself.
 
 
 
*''Uther Pendragon''
 
*''Merlin''
 
 
 
===[https://wiki.bravofleet.com/index.php/Runabouts#New_Atlantic-class_runabout ''New Atlantic''-class runabouts]===
 
''Endeavour's'' two ''New Atlantic''-class runabouts are the vessels of choice for major away team operations. They see heavy use for missions taking the crew far from the ship, and are particularly favoured for use by the Hazard Team when transporters are inadequate. The different modules make them highly-flexible in their deployments, though both runabouts have the scouting modules installed as default. The ''King Arthur'' in particular has a long history with ''Endeavour's'' crew, recovered from the ship's predecessor and playing a major role in many missions.
 
 
 
*''King Arthur''
 
*''Guinevere''
 
 
 
===Captain's Yacht===
 
The ''Prydwen'' is the captain's yacht, reserved exclusively for use by Captain Valance. A large, warp-capable craft, it is intended primarily for diplomatic duties where it is appropriate for the commanding officer to travel in person and 'fly the flag.' It includes a comfortable state room for the captain, two small bunkrooms for pilots and security personnel, a mess and break room for the crew, and a function room that can serve for diplomatic duties of hosting meetings or dinners.
 
 
 
Despite its primary purpose in diplomacy, because it is likely to host significant dignitaries - and the ship's captain - the ''Prydwen'' is well-armed, well-armoured, and notably fast even for a craft of its size.
 
 
 
===[https://wiki.bravofleet.com/index.php/Starfighters#Valkyrie-class_fighter ''Valkyrie''-class starfighters]===
 
Several of the shuttles included in a standard ''Constitution III'' complement were removed to make space for a flight of four ''Valkyrie''-class starfighters. While they are tactical vessels, Captain Rourke brought them aboard to also serve a ceremonial role in diplomatic affairs, and for their high speeds and sophisticated sensor arrays rendering them suitable for initial, simple reconnaissance in potentially fraught regions. The 'Black Knights,' as the flight are called, consist of four permanently-assigned pilots, all of whom also fulfil departmental roles as relief flight control officers or shuttle crew. If the full flight is deployed beyond a single shift, such as in cases of emergencies or in the rare occasions when a Combat Air Patrol needs maintaining, other flight control officers trained to pilot a ''Valkyrie'' are seconded.
 
 
 
Because of the ceremonial role of the ''Valkyries'', where they often fly escort for diplomatic craft in a role that sometimes includes providing security, the craft themselves are kept in peak visual condition, while the pilots train regularly for complex formation flying.
 
 
 
==History==
 
The ''Manticore''-class USS ''Endeavour'' was sabotaged at the hands of the Romulan Rebirth Movement and decommissioned in late 2399, her power grid deemed too badly damaged to be salvageable. At the order of Admiral Alexander Beckett, Starfleet altered the construction order for a new ''Constitution III''-class ship, which was originally to be commissioned as the ''Constellation''. The ''Constitution III''-class is often built with components salvaged from older ships, and with many components of the old ''Manticore'' intact or repairable, her hull was dragged to Avalon Fleet Yards to complete the final stage of construction. It seemed only appropriate for the new ship to instead be named ''Endeavour'', commissioned in honour of both her immediate predecessor whose components she bore, and the original ''Constitution-''class starship of the 23rd century.
 
 
 
This allowed ''Endeavour's'' construction to be completed very rapidly. The original ship had been considered for diplomatic operations in the Romulan Neutral Zone, and Admiral Beckett argued that a vessel of the same name adopting the same duty would send a firm message to those who had sabotaged her that Starfleet would not be stopped so easily. The surviving crew of the previous ''Endeavour'' were assigned to the new ship, including commanding officer Captain Rourke, and further personnel selected to bolster her ranks.
 
 
 
In early 2400, ''Endeavour'' entered the Romulan Neutral Zone to begin relief missions. Early on this included cooperation with both the Romulan Star Empire and Republic in establishing relations with the more self-sufficient independent worlds, from the mining planet Nerillian to the trading hub Meldesa. For months, the presence of a Starfleet ship and a formal diplomatic mission made extensive in-roads in a region historically suspicious of Federation intervention. Unprecedented access to the RNZ led to new discoveries, with ''Endeavour's'' Archaeology & Anthropology team discovering the wreck of ''Koderex'', a Romulan archive ship lost during the exodus from Vulcan, and whose data libraries held an untold amount of knowledge.<ref>https://bravofleet.com/mission/43276</ref>
 
 
 
===Stormbreaker===
 
''Endeavour'' formed part of the response to the Century Storm, slews of starships entering the beleaguered Paulson Nebula to assist in evacuation or curbing the storm's effects. ''Endeavour'' was dispatched to the Whixby system to shield the Betazed colony there and convince them to bring in the vast number of local refugees, something the planetary government was highly reluctant to do. This mission followed in the footsteps of the USS ''Odysseus'', which had gone missing nearby. The ''Odysseus'' was found to have been trapped in a nearby subspace rift, one of the phenomena causing the Century Storm. An away team managed to board the ''Odysseus'' and found inding the ship splintered across space-time, but managed to rescue almost the entire crew - some found dead by the ship's hardships, while commanding officer Commander Aquila remained aboard to allow her crew to escape as the rift closed around the ship, which was then destroyed. At the same time, ''Endeavour'' successfully shielded Whixby from a new storm front, saving tens of thousands of lives, and convinced the local government to take in thousands of local refugees.
 
 
 
The refugee base on Whixby transformed local relief operations. Evacuation teams could secure the populations of planets that could not be shielded and transport them to a much closer place of safety, allowing them to engage in more and more such rescue missions. Data secured from the rescue of the USS ''Odysseus's'' crew gave Fourth Fleet Science extensive new information on the subspace rifts responsible for the Century Storm, hastening efforts to end it.<ref>https://bravofleet.com/mission/47527</ref> Once the operation ended, multiple members of ''Endeavour's'' senior staff were commended for their roles.<ref>https://bravofleet.com/story/52633</ref>
 
 
 
===Sundered Wings===
 
The outbreak of civil war in the Romulan Star Empire of Rator in mid-2400 sent ''Endeavour'' to the Agarath System, an industrial hub of the Reman-dominated Velorum Sector seeking independence. After driving off an initial Star Navy invasion, ''Endeavour'' set to support and protect Agarath against future incursions. Diplomatic and security staff delved into local stability in a system with huge rifts between former Romulan civilians and former usually-Reman slaves and labourers, attempting to shore up negotiations to establish a new government under the leader of the Agarath uprising, a former Reman Commando named Hiran. Meanwhile, tactical officers prepared Agarath for another attack by the Star Navy, building up regional defences and trying to train and prepare the local Agarath Guard for combat.
 
 
 
The Battle of Agarath was difficult and bloody, and one of the heaviest battles of the Sundered Wings operation. Preparations meant the defenders met the Star Navy's incursion head-on and hammered them quickly, bringing Star Navy strike force commander Lotharn to a negotiation table relatively swiftly. But it was at this point that a band of Klingon warships, part of the incursion into Romulan space by renegades from the Klingon Houses, struck both sides, taking them by surprise. A roiling three-way battle dragged out for a time, with several Agarath leaders killed, including acting-Governor Hiran. Only once Captain Rourke, trapped on previously-neutral ground of a defunct Agarath mining station to negotiate with Romulan Commander Lotharn, had killed the Klingon warband's leader did he convince Lotharn to join forces with him to protect even former Romulan subjects from slaughter.
 
 
 
Starfleet and Romulan forces rallied to repel the Klingon forces, continuing to take heavy losses. This prompted Star Navy Commander Lotharn to signal the withdrawal once the dust had settled, leaving Agarath to its self-governance. ''Endeavour'' remained to facilitate the arrival of Romulan Republic representatives, coming to help the stabilisation of Agarath under its new leadership of an uneasy blend of Reman workers and Romulan former rulers, before returning to its duties in the Neutral Zone.<ref>https://bravofleet.com/mission/54006</ref>
 
 
 
===Late 2400===
 
Shortly after the fall of the Star Empire, ''Endeavour'' encountered forces from an alternate universe, enemies many of the crew had faced some years prior who had been suspected trapped in this reality. While these enemies were dispatched, believed either returned to their own reality or even destroyed in their effort to get home, this came with a price: the discovery that one of their own, Lieutenant Dathan, had long been an agent from this alternate universe. While Dathan ultimately sided with the crew of the ''Endeavour'', saving them at apparently the cost of her own life, this had undoubtedly been an egregious failure of security. With even Vice Admiral Beckett implicated as possibly negligent, Captain Rourke's standing was dealt a heavy blow which would have implications later.<ref>https://bravofleet.com/mission/58751</ref>
 
 
 
Soon after, the outbreak of [[Blood Dilithium]] in the [[Delta Quadrant]] brought ''Endeavour'' among the ships travelling through the [[Barzan Wormhole]] to respond to the humanitarian crisis. Studying the effects of this mineral led ''Endeavour'' to discover the existence of ancient [[Vaadwaur]] technology that could harness it to cause untold damage to telepathic populations, technology the [[Devore Imperium]] were hunting. ''Endeavour'' successfully interceded, destroying the technology and saving the lives of a Brenari colony under attack.<ref>https://bravofleet.com/mission/64628</ref>
 
 
 
This did not prove enough to restore the crew's standing in the eyes of Starfleet, however. Upon returning to the Alpha Quadrant, ''Endeavour'' was reassigned to a squadron under the command of Fleet Captain Jericho. This stripped the ship of its duties as a base of diplomacy in the Neutral Zone, with the unit primarily focused on maintaining stability along the Federation border with the [[Romulan Factions]] and the [[Klingon Empire]].<ref>https://bravofleet.com/mission/69369</ref> Under Captain Jericho's command, ''Endeavour'' and her sister ships were ordered to prioritise security, protecting Federation citizens from threats among renegade Romulan and Klingon elements such as the Romulan Rebirth Movement and the [[House of Mo'Kai]].<ref>https://bravofleet.com/mission/74098</ref>
 
 
 
=== Lost Fleet ===
 
The invasion of the Dominion [[The Lost Fleet|Lost Fleet]] in the Deneb Sector in 2401 saw ''Endeavour'' rally to respond alongside her squadron and the Fourth Fleet. The squadron was assigned to liberate the planet Izar, the oldest and most populous colony in the frontier, whose billions-strong populace had fallen under Dominion occupation. Despite the magnitude of opposition, tensions between Captains Rourke and Jericho reached a fever-pitch in the campaign's early stages. Given an opportunity to aid Cardassian allies of a Breen ambush, Jericho refused to split the squadron or break comms silence lest it impede their advance on Izar; bitterly disagreeing, Rourke disobeyed orders and directed ''Endeavour'' to rescue the Cardassian strike force.
 
  
Upon the squadron's reunion, Rourke was relieved of command by Jericho, who placed one of his own officers, Lieutenant Commander Krish Malhotra, in command despite his inexperience or the presence of other, more experienced officers. ''Endeavour'' joined the rest of the squadron in the Battle of Izar, though it became quickly apparent the squadron had been betrayed, with enemy forces stronger than expected and their ships dispersed. Fearing the battle was lost, Captain Jericho ordered ''Triumph'' on an attack run against the enemy, and for ''Endeavour'' to salvage essential combat data, retrieve survivors from the disabled ''Nighthawk'', and leave. A panicked Commander Malhotra attempted to immediately flee, and was relieved of command by squadron Strategic Operations Officer Harrian Cal.
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==Historical Data Records==
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Commissioned in the later years of the 24th century, the USS ''Buran'', a Rhode Island-class scout and science vessel, stands as a testament to Starfleet's commitment to exploration, scientific advancement, and defense. Her construction took place between 2380 and 2383, during a period marked by significant technological innovation in starship design. Launched in 2383, the ''Buran'' embarked on a journey that would be defined by its contributions to knowledge, discovery, and service to the United Federation of Planets.
  
The Battle of Izar was salvaged by the arrival of reinforcements, including the rest of the squadron and the rescued Cardassian strike force, led by Matt Rourke. But soon after Izar's liberation, word came of the Lost Fleet's final push against [[Farpoint Station]]. Captain Jericho upheld the arrest of Captain Rourke, arrested Commander Harrian for mutiny, and dispatched ''Endeavour'' to Farpoint not under Malhotra's command, but under the leadership of ''Endeavour's'' former XO, Karana Valance. At Farpoint, ''Endeavour'' conducted herself with distinction, receiving several unit commendations.<ref>https://bravofleet.com/mission/76845</ref>
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The sleek and versatile design of the ''Buran'', typical of the Rhode Island-class, made her a versatile asset within Starfleet's fleet. This starship was equally proficient as a fast and agile exploration platform, capable of swiftly charting unexplored territories, and as a scientific vessel, equipped with cutting-edge sensor arrays and research laboratories for conducting groundbreaking experiments and studies.
  
=== Midgard ===
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In the year 2401, the USS ''Buran'' found herself in [[Avalon Fleet Yards]] for minor repairs and upgrades. This maintenance period followed the conclusion of Frontier Day, a pivotal event that tested the mettle of Starfleet's starships and crews. It was during this time that the ''Buran'''s command was reassigned to Captain Romaes Anjin, a seasoned officer known for his leadership and strategic prowess. Joining him was Commander Tharia sh'Elas, whose expertise in scientific endeavours made her a valuable addition to the command team.
In the aftermath of the Lost Fleet Crisis, Fourth Fleet Command ordered an inquiry into the squadron's breakdown of command. Commander Karana Valance was ordered to proceed with ''Endeavour'' back to the Romulan border and report at Gateway Station. With Captain Rourke's professional fate unclear, Valance was offered permanent command of ''Endeavour''. In accepting it, she accepted the ship's new mission: not merely to uphold stability on both sides of the border, but to conduct new exploratory missions into territory once forbidden to Starfleet.<ref>https://bravofleet.com/mission/83575</ref>
 
  
==Notable Crew==
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The transfer of the USS ''Buran'' to [[Lakota Squadron]] of [[Task Force 47]], the Pathfinders task force, marked a new chapter in her history. Task Force 47 was renowned for its missions at the forefront of exploration and discovery, making it a fitting assignment for a vessel with the ''Buran'''s capabilities.
  
===Commanding Officers===
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==The Buran Lineage==
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Like many starships in the Federation fleet, the ''Buran'' name has endured long after the first ship to bear the name left dock for the first time. Information about past incarnations includes:
  
*[https://bravofleet.com/command/34911/ January 2400 - April 2401]: Captain [[bfms_char:12418|Matthew Rourke]]
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* USS ''Buran'' — ''Cardenas''-class fast cruiser — NCC-1422
*[https://bravofleet.com/command/34911/ April 2401 - Present]: Captain [[bfms_char:19711/|Karana Valance]]
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** 2250—2256 (Destroyed - Battle of Priors World)
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* USS ''Buran'' — ''Challenger''-class scout — NCC-57580
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** 2355-2366 (Destroyed - Battle of Wolf 359)
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* [https://bravofleet.com/command/89614 USS ''Buran''] — ''Rhode Island''-class scout — NCC-81711
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** 2380—Present (In Service)
  
==References==
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==Commanding Officer Lineage==
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Notable crewmembers include:
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* [https://bravofleet.com/command/89614 2401 - Present]: [[bfms_char:45331|Captain Romaes Anjin]],  ''(Bajoran Male)''

Revision as of 04:53, 29 September 2023

USS Buran
General Information
Registry NCC-81711
Class & Type Rhode Island-class Scout
Affiliation Starfleet
Status Active
Commissioned 2380
Assignment
Task Force Task Force 47
Task Group Task Group 63
Squadron Lakota Squadron
Role Exploration and Support
Key Personnel
Commanding Officer Captain Romaes Anjin
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"The only way to discover the limits of the possible is to go beyond them into the impossible. "
    —Arthur C. Clarke - Ship's Dedication Quote

USS Buran is a Rhode Island-class scout assigned to the Fourth Fleet. She has a storied history that spans multiple decades in each of the last three centuries, establishing its enduring legacy in Starfleet. Originating in the 2250s as a Cardenas-class starship, it was the first in a line of vessels to bear the name. The current iteration, the third USS Buran, belongs to the sleek and agile Rhode Island-class, reflecting its versatility and adaptability in the ever-changing cosmos.

Commissioned in the year 2380, the USS Buran has been designed to excel in various roles. Its remarkable speed and agility make it a prime candidate for fast exploration missions, enabling rapid mapping of uncharted territories. Simultaneously, the vessel boasts powerful sensor platforms, making it a formidable tactical scout capable of identifying potential threats with precision.

Recently relaunched from Avalon Fleet Yards following a minor refit, which coincided with the conclusion of Frontier Day, the USS Buran is now at the forefront of Task Force 47's Lakota Squadron. Under the capable command of Captain Romaes Anjin, the Buran stands ready to uphold its storied legacy, embodying the spirit of exploration, tactical prowess, and service that has defined the Buran lineage for centuries.

Mission Objectives

With its increased armament and warp capabilities, the Rhode Island Class|Rhode Island-class USS Buran]] is considered a Scout/Escort Type Vessel in which their mission objects include all of the standard Nova-class, along with a few extra:

  • Provide a platform for extended scientific survey and scouting missions.
  • Provide autonomous capability for full execution of Federation defensive, cultural, scientific, and explorative policy in deep space or border territory.
  • Serve as a frontline support vehicle during emergencies and a platform for the extension of Federation diplomacy and policy.
  • Provide non-critical functions such as transport of personnel and cargo when necessary, extended aid, and short-range patrol.
  • Provide a multi-mission mobile platform for a wide range of scientific and explorative research, and diplomatic projects.
  • Provide autonomous capability for full execution of Federation defensive, cultural, scientific, and explorative policy in deep space or border territory.

Technical Configuration

Main Article: Rhode Island-class Scout

Key Location Data

With only 8 decks and short term missions to complete, the 90 crew of the Buran have a relatively comfortable standard of living, despite the close quarters they share.

Bridge

Modelled on the successful layout of other small vessels such as the Nova and Saber-class starships, the bridge of the Buran has a slightly altered colour scheme and a much-changed console layout across the bridge. Making the most of a variety of technological advancements, such as holoprojectors, holographic communications, in-built weapons lockers and three-dimensional computer displays in places, the Rhode Island-class bridge module is one of the most advanced in the pre-2400 fleet. Perhaps one of its most charming features is the glass MSD on the back feature wall which is entirely customisable and interactive.

Bridge module, USS Buran

In a move away from more recent styles, and harking back to the traditional layouts of yesteryear, the Buran has a single center command seat for the commanding officer allowing the occupant a full view of all stations. Directly ahead of them, down a few steps and between the commanding officer and the holographic viewscreen, two consoles have been merged into one single station, serving as duty stations for Operations (port) and Flight Operations (starboard). Surrounding the bridge, an additional four duty stations make up the rest of the command center's capacity. On the starboard bulkhead, two stations are dedicated to science (forward) and mission operations (aft), while on the port bulkhead, stations are reserved for tactical operations (forward) and engineering (aft).

Around the command center, two doors provide access to and from the bridge. On the starboard bulkhead, access is available to the ready room, observation lounge and the rest of deck 1 (including an emergency turbo lift to engineering and sickbay), whilst the port door grants access to the rest of the ship.

Auxiliary Craft

Shuttlebay

Due to the small size of the Buran, she has a single shuttlebay aft of the ship that houses just one runabout and two shuttles, all named after locations or ships used as part of the Russian Buran Spacecraft Project.

Type 12 Shuttles

Baikonur, Ptichka

Volga-class Runabouts

Aelita

Historical Data Records

Commissioned in the later years of the 24th century, the USS Buran, a Rhode Island-class scout and science vessel, stands as a testament to Starfleet's commitment to exploration, scientific advancement, and defense. Her construction took place between 2380 and 2383, during a period marked by significant technological innovation in starship design. Launched in 2383, the Buran embarked on a journey that would be defined by its contributions to knowledge, discovery, and service to the United Federation of Planets.

The sleek and versatile design of the Buran, typical of the Rhode Island-class, made her a versatile asset within Starfleet's fleet. This starship was equally proficient as a fast and agile exploration platform, capable of swiftly charting unexplored territories, and as a scientific vessel, equipped with cutting-edge sensor arrays and research laboratories for conducting groundbreaking experiments and studies.

In the year 2401, the USS Buran found herself in Avalon Fleet Yards for minor repairs and upgrades. This maintenance period followed the conclusion of Frontier Day, a pivotal event that tested the mettle of Starfleet's starships and crews. It was during this time that the Buran's command was reassigned to Captain Romaes Anjin, a seasoned officer known for his leadership and strategic prowess. Joining him was Commander Tharia sh'Elas, whose expertise in scientific endeavours made her a valuable addition to the command team.

The transfer of the USS Buran to Lakota Squadron of Task Force 47, the Pathfinders task force, marked a new chapter in her history. Task Force 47 was renowned for its missions at the forefront of exploration and discovery, making it a fitting assignment for a vessel with the Buran's capabilities.

The Buran Lineage

Like many starships in the Federation fleet, the Buran name has endured long after the first ship to bear the name left dock for the first time. Information about past incarnations includes:

  • USS BuranCardenas-class fast cruiser — NCC-1422
    • 2250—2256 (Destroyed - Battle of Priors World)
  • USS BuranChallenger-class scout — NCC-57580
    • 2355-2366 (Destroyed - Battle of Wolf 359)
  • USS BuranRhode Island-class scout — NCC-81711
    • 2380—Present (In Service)

Commanding Officer Lineage

Notable crewmembers include: