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The [[Gaming Policy|Bravo Fleet Gaming Policy]] exists as the standard gaming rules for all official Bravo Fleet gaming activities.
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{{quote|No mater where you go, there you are.|'''Buckaroo Banzai - ''Ship's Dedication Quote'''''}}
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'''USS ''Excelsior'' NCC-42037''', a prominent name in Starfleet history, continues a legacy spanning over 115 years. As the fourth ship in its lineage, the [[Excelsior II Class|Excelsior II-class]] has endured as a vital component of the fleet for more than a century. Originally christened as the USS ''Guardian'' almost 70 years ago, the vessel underwent a renaming ceremony following the loss of its predecessor during the tragic Frontier Day incident. This renaming was not only a mark of honor but also a testament to Starfleet's commitment to preserving this prestigious lineage.
  
==Section 1 - Purpose==
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The '''USS ''Excelsior'' NCC-42037''', an [[Excelsior II Class|Excelsior II-class heavy cruiser]], represents a contemporary and versatile upgrade to the iconic Excelsior-class starships of yesteryears. Launched from [[Avalon Fleet Yards]], this vessel now holds the distinction of serving as the flagship of [[Excelsior Squadron]] within [[Task Force 47]]. Under the capable command of [[bfms_char:43418|Fleet Captain Keziah Nazir]], ''Excelsior'' stands ready to carry on the proud tradition of its namesake, embodying the spirit of exploration and service that has become synonymous with the Excelsior lineage.
# The Gaming Policy is the standard set of gaming rules for all official Bravo Fleet gaming activities including daily gaming activities, gaming competitions, and gaming within a [[Fleet Action]].
 
## Any alteration of this Policy for any gaming activity must be approved by the Bravo Fleet Security Officer and the alteration must be expressed clearly for that specific activity.
 
# The Gaming Policy exists to maintain a balanced, fair, and fun atmosphere of gaming within Bravo Fleet.
 
## The Gaming Policy, and by extension the [[Bravo Fleet Security Officer]], have jurisdiction over any gaming related event within Bravo Fleet.
 
## Violations of the Gaming Policy are subject to both executive punishment by the Security Officer and judicial punishment through the [[Bravo Fleet Judicial Code]]. In short: don’t cheat.
 
  
==Section 2 - Gaming==
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=Technical Configuration=
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''Main Article: [[Excelsior II Class|Excelsior II-class Heavy Cruiser]]''
  
# Bravo Fleet recognizes two types of games in relation to the organization: [[Policy:Security Office Supported Games|Supported Games]] and Casual Gaming.
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=Key Location Data=
# Bravo Fleet has several gaming awards used to recognize the time and dedication that gamers spend in our community and with each other. These awards are facilitated by the [[Office of the Chief of Staff]], and generally represent one gaming mode or another.
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*''Main Article: [[User:Kai1701E/squadron/Deck_Listings|''Excelsior'' deck listing]]
## Joint Action Ribbon - This is awarded for Bravo Fleet members playing a cooperative or team-based multiplayer environment together, in a Player versus Environment (PvE), Player vs Player (PvP), or a mix of the two arena.
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*''Main Article: [[User:Kai1701E/squadron/Tour|Tour of the ''Excelsior'' ]]
## Combat Action Ribbon - This is awarded for Player vs. Player (PvP) gaming with other members of Bravo Fleet. PvP is considered any game with a competitive mode, directly facing another member of Bravo Fleet for supremacy.
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With 24 decks, the ship has hundreds of rooms and locations that serve a variety of purposes for the crew. Some of the more notable locations include:
## Campaign Ribbon - These are awarded for significant gaming achievements, sometimes with other members of Bravo Fleet and sometimes for solo content.
 
  
=== Section 2.1 - Supported Games ===
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===Bridge===
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[[File:Saganbridge.jpg|right|thumb|Main Bridge; command center for the USS ''Excelsior''.]]
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A reflection of the time period she was created, the [[Excelsior II Class|''Excelsior II''-class']] polished steel, cool metal fixtures and her bridge aesthetics bring back memories of years gone by, her design blending modern technological advancements with the nostalgia of eras long gone. It is a functional, yet aesthetically pleasing facility designed in a similar vein to the rest of the ship. Her greatest feature is a wide-angled window which fills the forward bulkhead. This window has holographic projectors built into the rim, giving it the ability to function as a more traditional viewscreen. It can also be used as an emergency evacuation hatch, with forcefields being lowered until replaced by a large, external bulkhead.
  
# The Bravo Fleet Security Office is responsible for maintaining an official list of [[Policy:Security Office Supported Games|Supported Games]] that have full access to the awards system described in Section 2.
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Dominating the heart of the command center, three command chairs made of red leather sit atop the central platform, colloquially known as the 'Command Deck', surrounded by rails and steps to the lower levels of the bridge. As is tradition, the center seat and its controls are reserved for the commanding officer, or any directly appointed officer in command during her absence. To her right, the executive officer and, to her left, a third seat is generally reserved for the use of the ship's Counsellor, Chief Medical Officer or any official or dignitary the Captain sees fit. All three of the chairs have built-in controls on the armrests, enabling the occupying officers to conduct their duties with unprecedented access to a wide variety of ship systems.
# Supported Games will be the only games with access to Campaign Ribbons.
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[[File:Saganbridge2.jpg|left|thumb|Red Alert on the USS ''Excelsior''.]]
# Games that are officially supported are reviewed periodically for compatibility with Bravo Fleet awarding systems, as well as content and balance.
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At the foot of the stairs directly ahead (or to the side) of the command deck, the 'Flight Deck' consists of two angled consoles serving as duty stations for operations (port) and flight operations (starboard). A few feet from each, two stand-alone consoles provide auxiliary station access for any purpose required (such as communications, environmental control, mission operations etc). Ascending the stairs on either side of the command deck, the port side bulkhead is home to three large stations dedicated to tactical operations, providing access to the ship's defensive and offensive systems, whilst the starboard bulkhead is dedicated to the various science departments on the ship.
##Award criteria is maintained with the Supported Games policy for all games supported by Bravo Fleet.
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[[File:Saganobservation.jpg|right|thumb|Observation Lounge; a meeting place and workspace.]]
# Adding a Supported Game is decided by the Security Office, which includes games suggested by members and also the monitoring of games that the membership are already playing.
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Aft of the bridge, there are two additional consoles behind the command area designated for medical use (port) and engineering (starboard), allowing the engineer on duty access to the same engineering systems as in main engineering itself, including access to environmental controls, propulsion systems and the warp core. Central to the aft bulkhead, open access is granted to the observation lounge, which is sealable by emergency bulkheads and forcefields.
##Criteria the Security Office looks for to add a game to our supported list include:
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[[File:Saganobservation2.jpg|left|thumb|Observation Lounge; a meeting place and workspace.]]
###Compatibility with the Bravo Fleet awarding system for actions inside the game;
 
###Appropriate content for playing;
 
###Multiplayer, either in a PvE, PvP arena or a combination of;
 
###Achievable goals for Campaign Ribbons; and
 
###Ease of grouping up players on the same server or instance
 
  
===Section 2.2 - Casual Gaming===
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===Observation Lounge===
#Casual Gaming is defined as Bravo Fleet members who are welcome to play other multiplayer video games that are not officially supported by the Security Office, to earn gaming activity for each completed action.
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A beautifully designed room, the observation lounge matches the aesthetic of the rest of the ship, with polished alloys and cool metals as the material of choice during construction. The room is dominated by a large table with holographic controls which is particularly useful for briefings and has seating for up to 10 officers. The Captain traditionally sits closest to the wall-mounted display on the starboard bulkhead. There are several shelves with ornaments and models of previous ships called ''Excelsior'', as well as the original [[Excelsior Class|USS ''Excelsior'']] ship plaque. An additional door provides access from the port bulkhead.
##A completed action is defined as a completed round, game, match, or the equivalent that results in a completed score screen, leaderboard, or similar.
 
#Submissions for non-supported games are made through the BFMS in the same way as those for supported games.
 
##There should only be one submission per group per action, with the submission clearly listing all of the members involved.
 
##Multiple actions with the same group of members playing the same game may be submitted together as a single submission.
 
##The calculations for Joint Action Ribbons and Combat Action Ribbons in a Casual Gaming setting use the same formula described below.
 
#Gaming activity ribbon counts for each gaming submission are calculated with the following formula, using the values in the table below:
 
Number of Actions Submitted x Member Modifier = Total Ribbons
 
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center;"
 
|- style="font-weight:bold;"
 
! colspan="2" | Member Modifiers
 
|- style="font-style:italic;"
 
| Description
 
| Value
 
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| 2-4 members
 
| 1x
 
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| 5+ members
 
| 2x
 
|}
 
  
==Section 3 - Gaming Nights==
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The observation lounge operates an open-door policy and, in the absence of a more traditional ready room attached to the bridge, the Captain often uses the observation lounge as a workspace so that they do not have to return to their quarters, where their actual office is located.
  
#A Gaming Night is an event supported by the Security Office that organizes Bravo Fleet members in a formal setting.  
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===Starlight Lounge===
#These events are designed to help gamers come together, discover new games, or just for being a social zone to hang out and watch a game.
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[[File:Starlightlounge.jpg|right|thumb|A beautiful recreational facility used for a variety of occasions.]]
#There is a guide for both players and the organizers of a Gaming Night [[Guide:Gaming_Nights|here]].
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Perhaps the most spacious of all recreational facilities aboard Excelsior, the Starlight Lounge is built across two levels and is the most spacious facility on the ship. With dozens of seating areas across both levels, with varying degrees of comfort and privacy, the room is a constant hive of activity for anyone and everyone aboard the ship. People come to work in a relaxed, but active environment, or they may come to sit and read while people mill about and conduct their business. Food is obtained from several replicators around the room, while bar snacks and beverages are available at the bar which is manned around the clock. The room's most exquisite feature is the large, floor-to-ceiling aquarium tank which is maintained by the science division and houses some thirty different species of marine life.
#While a formal Gaming Night may be held by the Security Office, informal gaming nights may be hosted by any member of Bravo Fleet that would like to group up and host on one of the Discord voice channels.
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##If you need assistance scheduling a Gaming Night, please either contact the Security Officer or your TFCO.
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=Auxiliary Craft=
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===Shuttlebay 1 - Main Shuttlebay===
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Shuttlebay 1, or the Upper Shuttlebay, has been modified to house all of the auxiliary craft that make up ''Azure Flight''. These auxiliary craft are made up of some of the most advanced small vessel designs ever to serve Starfleet.
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====[[Personnel_Shuttles#Type_14_Shuttle|Type 14 Shuttles]]====
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''Centaurus'', ''Gliese'', ''Normae'', ''Ithaca''
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====[[Personnel_Shuttles#Type-12_Shuttle|Type 12 Shuttles]]====
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''Cassiopeia'', ''Procyon''
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====[[Runabouts#Danube-class_runabout|''Danube''-class Runabouts]]====
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''Achernar'', ''Basri''
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===Shuttlebay 2 - Runabout Landing Bay===
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Shuttlebay 2 is the smallest of the auxiliary craft facilities on ''Excelsior'' and is the permanent home of two Arrow-class runabouts. Due to their size, these vessels cannot be shifted between bays using elevators, so they stay permanently docked in the lower shuttlebay.  
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====[[Runabouts#Arrow-class_runabout|''Arrow''-class Runabouts]]====
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''Kaeden'', ''Kirsen''
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=Historical Data Records=
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==Recomissioning==
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Arriving at [[Avalon Fleet Yards]] in 2398 as the USS ''Guardian'', the next time the ship would leave dock she would be rechristened with a new name and a new command crew. When she entered dock for her significant overhaul, the Excelsior Refit-class starship had served the fleet for nearly 70 years, seeing action in countless engagements and completing hundreds of varied missions.
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Following the unexpected destruction of the USS ''Excelsior'' during the Frontier Day debacle, Starfleet realised this would be the first time in over a century that there wasn't an ''Excelsior'' in service or under construction as a replacement. Deeming it worth the work, Command authorised the ''Guardian'' to be rechristened as the USS ''Excelsior'' during her refit, thus becoming the fourth ship to bear the iconic name. Command of ''Excelsior'' fell to [[bfms_char:43418|Fleet Captain Keziah Nazir]], formally of the USS ''Hathaway'', which had suffered extensive damage during the Lost Fleet Campaign and the Frontier Day calamity. With ''Hathaway'' slated to be in dock for an unspecified amount of time, Starfleet Command reassigned Nazir and her command crew to new postings, and a new [[Excelsior Squadron|squadron]]. As per their orders from Admiral Grayson, ''Excelsior'' would soon launch and make her way to the ''Thomar Expanse'' to begin operations with the Pathfinders task force.
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==Namesakes==
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Like many starships in the Federation fleet, the ''Excelsior'' name has endured long after the first ship to bear the name left dock for the first time. Information about past incarnations includes:
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* USS ''Excelsior'' — ''Excelsior''-class heavy cruiser — NCC-2000
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** 2285—2320 (Preserved at the Fleet Museum until 2401)
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* USS ''Excelsior'' — ''Excelsior Refit''-class heavy cruiser — NCC-27445
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** 2320-2389 (Decommissioned)
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* [https://bravofleet.com/command/76417/ USS ''Excelsior''] — ''Excelsior II''-class heavy cruiser — NCC-42037
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** 2389-2401 (Destroyed)
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* [https://bravofleet.com/command/76417/ USS ''Excelsior''] — ''Excelsior II''-class heavy explorer — NCC-42037
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** 2401—Present (USS ''Guardian'' recommissioned, currently in service)
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==Commanding Officer Lineage==
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Notable crewmembers include:
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* 2389 - 2394: Captain Benbassat, ''(Human Male)''
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* [https://bravofleet.com/command/38088/ 2394 - 2401]: [[bfms_char:3264|Captain Jason Hawk]], ''(Human Male)''
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* 2401-2401: Captain Benbassat, ''(Human Male)''
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* [https://bravofleet.com/command/76417/ 2401 - Present]: [[bfms_char:43418|Captain Keziah Nazir]],  ''(Trill Female)''

Revision as of 20:08, 23 September 2023

"No mater where you go, there you are."
    —Buckaroo Banzai - Ship's Dedication Quote

USS Excelsior NCC-42037, a prominent name in Starfleet history, continues a legacy spanning over 115 years. As the fourth ship in its lineage, the Excelsior II-class has endured as a vital component of the fleet for more than a century. Originally christened as the USS Guardian almost 70 years ago, the vessel underwent a renaming ceremony following the loss of its predecessor during the tragic Frontier Day incident. This renaming was not only a mark of honor but also a testament to Starfleet's commitment to preserving this prestigious lineage.

The USS Excelsior NCC-42037, an Excelsior II-class heavy cruiser, represents a contemporary and versatile upgrade to the iconic Excelsior-class starships of yesteryears. Launched from Avalon Fleet Yards, this vessel now holds the distinction of serving as the flagship of Excelsior Squadron within Task Force 47. Under the capable command of Fleet Captain Keziah Nazir, Excelsior stands ready to carry on the proud tradition of its namesake, embodying the spirit of exploration and service that has become synonymous with the Excelsior lineage.

Technical Configuration

Main Article: Excelsior II-class Heavy Cruiser

Key Location Data

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

Bridge

Main Bridge; command center for the USS Excelsior.

A reflection of the time period she was created, the Excelsior II-class' polished steel, cool metal fixtures and her bridge aesthetics bring back memories of years gone by, her design blending modern technological advancements with the nostalgia of eras long gone. It is a functional, yet aesthetically pleasing facility designed in a similar vein to the rest of the ship. Her greatest feature is a wide-angled window which fills the forward bulkhead. This window has holographic projectors built into the rim, giving it the ability to function as a more traditional viewscreen. It can also be used as an emergency evacuation hatch, with forcefields being lowered until replaced by a large, external bulkhead.

Dominating the heart of the command center, three command chairs made of red leather sit atop the central platform, colloquially known as the 'Command Deck', surrounded by rails and steps to the lower levels of the bridge. As is tradition, the center seat and its controls are reserved for the commanding officer, or any directly appointed officer in command during her absence. To her right, the executive officer and, to her left, a third seat is generally reserved for the use of the ship's Counsellor, Chief Medical Officer or any official or dignitary the Captain sees fit. All three of the chairs have built-in controls on the armrests, enabling the occupying officers to conduct their duties with unprecedented access to a wide variety of ship systems.

Red Alert on the USS Excelsior.

At the foot of the stairs directly ahead (or to the side) of the command deck, the 'Flight Deck' consists of two angled consoles serving as duty stations for operations (port) and flight operations (starboard). A few feet from each, two stand-alone consoles provide auxiliary station access for any purpose required (such as communications, environmental control, mission operations etc). Ascending the stairs on either side of the command deck, the port side bulkhead is home to three large stations dedicated to tactical operations, providing access to the ship's defensive and offensive systems, whilst the starboard bulkhead is dedicated to the various science departments on the ship.

Observation Lounge; a meeting place and workspace.

Aft of the bridge, there are two additional consoles behind the command area designated for medical use (port) and engineering (starboard), allowing the engineer on duty access to the same engineering systems as in main engineering itself, including access to environmental controls, propulsion systems and the warp core. Central to the aft bulkhead, open access is granted to the observation lounge, which is sealable by emergency bulkheads and forcefields.

Observation Lounge; a meeting place and workspace.

Observation Lounge

A beautifully designed room, the observation lounge matches the aesthetic of the rest of the ship, with polished alloys and cool metals as the material of choice during construction. The room is dominated by a large table with holographic controls which is particularly useful for briefings and has seating for up to 10 officers. The Captain traditionally sits closest to the wall-mounted display on the starboard bulkhead. There are several shelves with ornaments and models of previous ships called Excelsior, as well as the original USS Excelsior ship plaque. An additional door provides access from the port bulkhead.

The observation lounge operates an open-door policy and, in the absence of a more traditional ready room attached to the bridge, the Captain often uses the observation lounge as a workspace so that they do not have to return to their quarters, where their actual office is located.

Starlight Lounge

A beautiful recreational facility used for a variety of occasions.

Perhaps the most spacious of all recreational facilities aboard Excelsior, the Starlight Lounge is built across two levels and is the most spacious facility on the ship. With dozens of seating areas across both levels, with varying degrees of comfort and privacy, the room is a constant hive of activity for anyone and everyone aboard the ship. People come to work in a relaxed, but active environment, or they may come to sit and read while people mill about and conduct their business. Food is obtained from several replicators around the room, while bar snacks and beverages are available at the bar which is manned around the clock. The room's most exquisite feature is the large, floor-to-ceiling aquarium tank which is maintained by the science division and houses some thirty different species of marine life.

Auxiliary Craft

Shuttlebay 1 - Main Shuttlebay

Shuttlebay 1, or the Upper Shuttlebay, has been modified to house all of the auxiliary craft that make up Azure Flight. These auxiliary craft are made up of some of the most advanced small vessel designs ever to serve Starfleet.

Type 14 Shuttles

Centaurus, Gliese, Normae, Ithaca

Type 12 Shuttles

Cassiopeia, Procyon

Danube-class Runabouts

Achernar, Basri

Shuttlebay 2 - Runabout Landing Bay

Shuttlebay 2 is the smallest of the auxiliary craft facilities on Excelsior and is the permanent home of two Arrow-class runabouts. Due to their size, these vessels cannot be shifted between bays using elevators, so they stay permanently docked in the lower shuttlebay.

Arrow-class Runabouts

Kaeden, Kirsen

Historical Data Records

Recomissioning

Arriving at Avalon Fleet Yards in 2398 as the USS Guardian, the next time the ship would leave dock she would be rechristened with a new name and a new command crew. When she entered dock for her significant overhaul, the Excelsior Refit-class starship had served the fleet for nearly 70 years, seeing action in countless engagements and completing hundreds of varied missions.

Following the unexpected destruction of the USS Excelsior during the Frontier Day debacle, Starfleet realised this would be the first time in over a century that there wasn't an Excelsior in service or under construction as a replacement. Deeming it worth the work, Command authorised the Guardian to be rechristened as the USS Excelsior during her refit, thus becoming the fourth ship to bear the iconic name. Command of Excelsior fell to Fleet Captain Keziah Nazir, formally of the USS Hathaway, which had suffered extensive damage during the Lost Fleet Campaign and the Frontier Day calamity. With Hathaway slated to be in dock for an unspecified amount of time, Starfleet Command reassigned Nazir and her command crew to new postings, and a new squadron. As per their orders from Admiral Grayson, Excelsior would soon launch and make her way to the Thomar Expanse to begin operations with the Pathfinders task force.

Namesakes

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

  • USS ExcelsiorExcelsior-class heavy cruiser — NCC-2000
    • 2285—2320 (Preserved at the Fleet Museum until 2401)
  • USS ExcelsiorExcelsior Refit-class heavy cruiser — NCC-27445
    • 2320-2389 (Decommissioned)
  • USS ExcelsiorExcelsior II-class heavy cruiser — NCC-42037
    • 2389-2401 (Destroyed)
  • USS ExcelsiorExcelsior II-class heavy explorer — NCC-42037
    • 2401—Present (USS Guardian recommissioned, currently in service)

Commanding Officer Lineage

Notable crewmembers include: