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{{Specification
| name = Temeraire
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| image = [[Image:Bortasqu.jpg]]
| prefix = USS
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| displayName = '''''Bortasqu''' Class'''
| image = [[Image:Temeraire.jpg|350px]]
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| name = Bortasqu'
| registry = NCC-89893
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| affiliation = [[Klingon Empire]]
| class = Inquiry
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| operator = [[Klingon Defense Force]]
| affiliation = [[Starfleet]]
 
 
| status = Active
 
| status = Active
| commission = 2399
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| role = Dreadnought
| decommission =  
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| type =
| destroyed =  
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| precedingClass = Negh'Var
| taskforce = [[Task Force 47]]
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| succeedingClass =
| quadrant = [[Alpha Quadrant]]
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| dateEntered = 2399
| role = Heavy Cruiser
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| productionEnd =  
| co = [[bfms_char:43643|Captain Tharia sh'Elas]]
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| retired =  
| xo = [[bfms_char:49898|Commander Vasoch Gor]]
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| expectedDuration = 100 years
| dedication =  
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| expectedRefit = 10 years
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| timeResupply = 5 years
{{quote|Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. |'''Confucius - ''Ship's Dedication Quote'''''}}
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| crewComplement = 3,500
The '''USS ''Temeraire''''' is an [[Inquiry Class|''Inquiry'' Class]] starship assigned to the [[Fourth Fleet]] under the command of [[bfms_char:43643|Captain Tharia sh'Elas]]. After an inquiry into the disastrous testing of the MARS stealth system aboard the Inquiry-class starship Thesis, Starfleet Command relieved [[bfms_char:43418|Captain Italia Ruas]] of her command, opting to merge the crew with that of their aging counterpart, the [[USS Santa Fe]]. Whilst undergoing an overhaul, the ship has all traces of the controversial system removed, and is recommissioned with a new name and a new commanding officer. Redesignated as the USS Temeraire, pronounced ''Tem-uh-rare'', the ship’s technological advancements and experienced personnel make her a perfect candidate for a new mission.
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| emergencyCap = 20,000
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| length = 1,126 meters
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| width = 967 meters
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| diameter =
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| height = 358 meters
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| decks = 71
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| propulsionSystem = Matter/Antimatter powered warp drive
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| cruiseSpeed = Warp 8
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| maxSpeed = Warp 9.7
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| emergencySpeed = Warp 9.91 (for 48 hours)
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| energyWeapons = *4x forward-mounted heavy disrupter cannons
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*2x forward-mounted "siege" disruptors
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*20x disruptor cannons
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| torpLaunchers = *4 forward
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*4 aft
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| torpPayload = 400 Klingon torpedoes
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| shields = *Klingon deflector shields
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*Klingon cloaking device
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| dockingfacilities =
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| shuttleBays = 2 hangar bays
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| shuttles = 10
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| runabouts =
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| fighters = 48
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| aux =
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| msd =
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}}The '''''Bortasqu'''-class dreadnought''' is the current flagship of the [[Klingon Defense Force]] fleet and the largest vessel ever fielded by the [[Klingon Empire]]. Originally conceived along with the [[Mat'Ha Class|''Mat'Ha''-class]] raptor as the next generation of Klingon warships to birth from the lessons of the [[ma:Dominion War|Dominion War]], the ''Bortasqu' '' took several decades before it finally came to life. Now, in the 25th century, very few ships can stand directly against a ''Bortasqu' '' one-on-one in combat.
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===Exploration and Science===
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Much like the [[Negh'Var Class|''Negh'Var''-class]] before it, the ''Bortasqu' '' was developed as a multi-purpose ship with several things in mind. One of those was deep space exploration and scientific capabilities. While no match for even an outdated [[Starfleet]] [[Galaxy Class|''Galaxy''-class]] starship in terms of scientific capabilities, the ''Bortasqu' '' does host a state-of-the-art sensor suite that is more than capable of handling nearly any spatial phenomena encountered.  
  
==Design and Layout==
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===Diplomacy===
{{For|article=[[Inquiry Class|''Inquiry''-class heavy cruiser]]}}Designed in response to Starfleet's change in emphasis following events of the 2380's, the Inquiry-class is designated as a heavy cruiser. As one of the fastest, most well-armed starships of her size, the Inquiry-class is a design that is quickly becoming commonplace throughout the Federation thanks to the standardisation of the class. Such standardisation has enabled a second 'block' of starships to be commissioned, making use of new technological advancements and upgrades. Temeraire is the fifth of the Block-II vessels to be constructed.
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As the flagship class of the Klingon Empire, the ''Bortasqu' '' will often be the ship sent for any diplomatic functions with allies or enemies alike. Due to its size, the ship is capable of hosting hundreds of dignitaries if required and has entire sections of the ship dedicated to ambassadorial-style guest quarters and large auditorium-style conference rooms. The ''Bortasqu' '' is well equipped for any manner of diplomatic summit.  
  
For a ship of her size and mission profile, Temeraire has an enviable sensor suite widely believed to be on par with vessels such as the Galaxy and her Sovereign cousin, which make her more than adequate to deal with any scientific mission, discovery or phenomenon she might encounter. Although she is more than capable to perform a wide variety of mandates, it is combat where the ship excels. With an impressive array of phasers, four burst fire torpedo launchers, a large compliment of torpedoes and a high capacity shield grid, the Temeraire is one of the most combat proficient vessels in her size category, earning her the moniker of a ‘pocket battleship’. A somewhat unique feature of the class is the existence of additional hard points across the exterior hull which allow for additional pulse phaser cannons in the bow and micro torpedo launchers, allowing the crew to refit the ship into an even more capable heavy cruiser. A much more manoeuvrable option compared to her larger cousins, but also other ships in her category, Temeraire can fly rings around virtually any threat that comes her way, making perfect use of her weapons array. A tough little ship, Temeraire can shrug off most hits that come her way, making her perfect for the unknown territories beyond the Thomas Expanse.
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===Engineering===
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The ''Bortasqu' '' is an immense vessel that is more complex than the average Klingon design tends to be. The new generation of warp engine design that was built for the Bortasqu' allows the vessel to generate considerably more power than previous Klingon designs. This allows the ship to channel primary power directly from the warp engines, through the spine of the ship, and into the "head" area where the ship's main weapons platform is located including the main forward disruptor cannons and the siege disruptors.
  
Internally, Temeraire benefits from a high degree of automation which means that, despite having mission capability on par with the Sovereign, Temeraire has less than half the crew complement. Happily, this ensures a comfortable standard of accommodation throughout the ship, and a variety of recreation facilities. Some of the more unique features she possesses are the recreational facilities which largely follow the perimeter of the saucer section (apart from on decks such as that with the through-deck shuttle bay). These facilities are connected as a promenade that circle from the port-side of the saucer, round the bow and to the starboard-side in an almost 270 degree rotation. These facilities provide a surprising sense of openness and elevate the claustrophobia often associated with space travel. In the event of an emergency, these recreational areas can be converted for triage purposes or refugee accommodation. A large crew lounge facility is located above the forward shuttle bay.
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The complex intermix of the ''Bortasqu's'' interaction between the ship's weapons and engines requires that a full-time engineering staff of hundreds of warriors is required to constantly monitor and maintain the systems.  
  
===Bridge, Deck One===
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===Tactical===
Modelled on the successful layout of its older, larger cousin the Sovereign-class, the bridge of the Temeraire 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 Inquiry-class bridge module is one of the most advanced in the fleet. Perhaps one of its most charming features is the emblem of the United Federation of Planets emblazoned on the carpeting as a constant reminder of all the ship stands for.
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Tactically, the ''Bortasqu' '' takes nearly every cue from the ''Negh'Var''. The ship is equipped with four heavy disruptor cannons in the front of the ship, flanked below by two siege disruptors intended for stationary targets. Along the ship's hull are twenty disruptor cannons that can cover every arc of the ship in battle.  
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<div class="thumbcaption">Bridge module, USS <i>Temeraire</i>.</div>
 
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In a move away from more recent styles, and harking back to the traditional layouts of yesteryear, the Temeraire has a single center command seat for the commanding officer. Directly head of them, down a few steps and between the commanding officer and the holographic viewscreen, two angled consoles serve as duty stations for Operations (port) and Flight Operations (starboard). Next, and facing into the heart of the bridge to allow maximum participation with the rest of the bridge crew are duty stations for science (port) and tactical operations (starboard). Directly behind the commanding officer, and in a further break from tradition, a combined duty station serves as positioning for the two most senior advisors and assistants to the ship's commander; the Strategic Operations Officer (port) and Executive Officer (starboard). Around the outside of the bridge, there are countless other additional stations. Behind the main science station on the port bulkhead, additional science and medical consoles are available for mission operations, as well as access to life support and environmental controls. Adjacent to them on the starboard bulkhead, mission operations and security stations ensure the continued safety of the ship and crew on a day to day, mission by mission basis. On the aft bulkhead, engineering is the focus. With a large, entirely interactive and customizable master systems display (MSD) and other engineering controls, the representative from engineering has full access to the ship's systems.
 
  
Around the command center, four doors provide access to and from the bridge. On the forward port bulkhead, access is available to the observation lounge, whilst the starboard door grants access to the commanding officer's private ready room (available for use by any officer in command of the ship). At the aft of the bridge, both doors provide access to turbo lifts which enable the crew to access the command center from the rest of the bridge. The starboard turbo lift grants express, overridden access to key locations such as engineering, shuttlebay 1, sickbay, tactical astrometrics and transporter rooms 1 and 2.
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Unlike the ''Negh'Var'', the ''Bortasqu' '' is more adept at utilizing its four fighter squadrons, double the ''Negh'Var'', in combat with a combat center in the ship specifically for coordinating with the fighter squadrons. With two massive hangar bays on both sides of the "neck" of the ship, the ''Bortasqu' '' also deploys ''Kivra''-class shuttles and ''To'Duj''-class fighters adopted from the elder ''Negh'Var''.
  
==Notable Crew==
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===Shipboard Life===
As one of the newer cruiser generation, the Temeraire is home to around 350 personnel from no less than 73 different species and member states of the Federation and beyond. Some of the ship’s more notable crew include:
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Much like the [[Mat'Ha Class|''Mat'Ha''-class]], the first of the new generation of Klingon ships post-Dominion War, the ''Bortasqu' '' takes a different approach to life onboard. Most lower decks crew are still packed into dorm-style accommodations, and troops are packed even higher into barracks-style accommodations, there are far more single occupancy rooms for officers and above. Additionally, the ''Bortasqu' '' has over a dozen holo rooms throughout the ship, several recreation rooms, and dozens of dining halls. Like the ''Negh'Var'', the ''Bortasqu' '' also has a single Great Hall at the belly of the ship capable of accommodating hundreds of warriors at once.
  
'''Commanding Officer:''' Captain Tharia sh'Elas ''(Andorian Female)''<br>
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==Class History==
'''Executive Officer:''' Commander Vasoch Gor ''(Tellarite Male)''<br>
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The original concept for the ''Bortasqu' '' was born at the same time as the ''Mat'Ha''-class in the aftermath of the Dominion War. The Klingon High Council desired a ship that could stand in the same size class as ships such as the [[Old Romulan Star Empire|Romulan ]] [[ma:Scimitar|''Scimitar''-class]] warbird, [[Category:Dominion_Starship_Classes#Jem.27Hadar_Battleship|Dominion battleships]], and the [[Cardassian Union|Cardassian]] [[Hutet Class|''Hutet''-class]] battleships. However, much like the ''Mat'Ha'' design, the ''Bortasqu' '' fell by the wayside as the priority for the Klingon Defense Force shifted to rebuilding their decimated fleet.  
'''Strategic Operations Officer:''' Lieutenant Commander T'Prynn ''(Vulcan Female)''<br>
 
'''Chief Medical Officer:''' Lieutenant Commander Zinn ''(Deltan Male)''<br>
 
'''Chief Flight Operations Officer:''' Lieutenant Dante Rawlings ''(Terran Male)''<br>
 
'''Chief Science Officer:''' Lieutenant Akaria Okan ''(Risian Female)''<br>
 
'''Chief Tactical Operations Officer:''' Lieutenant Noli Auru ''(Bajoran Female)''<br>
 
'''Chief Operations Officer:''' Lieutenant Linn Mora ''(Bolian Male)''<br>
 
'''Chief Engineering Officer:''' Lieutenant Prida Rala ''(Bajoran-Cardassian Hybrid Female)''<br>
 
'''Counsellor:''' Lieutenant J.G. Vittoria Chiera ''(Betazoid Female)''<br>
 
  
==Deck Layout==
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After the success of the ''Mat'Ha'' in 2391, the ''Bortasqu' '' was revisited by the engineers at the [[ma:Ty'Gokor|Ty'Gokor]] fleet yards. The ''Bortasqu' '' was meant to be the new flag of the Klingon Empire and was designed with that in mind. By 2398 construction on the first ship of the class began at Ty'Gokor and finished
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|- style="font-weight:bold;"
 
! Deck
 
! Description
 
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| 1
 
| Bridge, Captain's Ready Room, Observation/Conference Lounge
 
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| 2
 
| CO's Quarters, XO's Quarters and Office, Enlisted Affairs Office, Emergency Batteries, Weapons Locker
 
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| 3
 
| Mess Hall, Senior Officer Quarters, Aft Viewing Lounge, Communications Array, Officers' Quarters, Gymnasium
 
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| 4
 
| Officer Quarters, Crew Quarters, VIP Quarters, Transporter Rooms 1 & 2, Emergency Batteries, Chief Operations Officer's Office
 
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| 5
 
| Security Offices, Brig, Armoury 1, Security Training Facilities, CIO's Office, Aft Tactical Sensors, Crew Quarters, Holodecks 1 & 2, Cargo Bay 1
 
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| 6
 
| Main Computer Core (Level 1), Main Computer Core Control, Flight Control Room 1, Science Labs, Arboretum, Diplomatic Facilities, Civilian Quarters, Crew Quarters, Holodecks 3 & 4, Main Shuttlebay (Upper Level)
 
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| 7
 
| Main Computer Core (Level 2), Main Shuttlebay Flight Deck, Tactical Astrometrics/Stellar Cartography, Main Science Lab, CSO's Office, Counsellor's Office, Hydroponics Bay, Ship's Library, Civilian Quarters, School, Officer's Mess, Main Sickbay and Medical Facility, CMO's Office
 
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| 8
 
| Main Computer Core (Level 3), Impulse Assembly, Weapons Locker, Engineering Lab, Shuttlebay Elevators, Upper Shuttle Maintenance & Storage, Forward Tactical Sensors
 
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| 9
 
| Main Computer Core (Level 4), Impulse Engines, Warp Core Subsystems, Lower Shuttle Maintenance & Storage, Dorsal Docking Port, Emergency Transporters, Crew Quarters
 
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| 10
 
| Impulse Assembly, Deuterium Injectors, Shuttle Repair & Machine Shop, Engineering Support Area, Industrial Replicators, Armoury 2, Crew Quarters, Holodecks 5 & 6, Primary Environmental Control, Cargo Bays 2-5
 
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| 11
 
| Auxiliary Deflector Controls, Shuttle Elevator Assembly, Airlock, Crew Quarters, Transporter Rooms 3 & 4, Airlocks, RCS Thrusters, Secondary Stores, Secondary shuttlebay (upper)
 
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| 12
 
| Auxiliary Deflector Array, Primary SIF/IDF/Shield Generators, Systems Support Compartment, Maintenance Bay 1, Secondary shuttle bay (lower)
 
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| 13
 
| Torpedo Turrets Access, Torpedo Storage, Main Sensor Array, Deuterium Tanks, Science Labs, Crew Mess Hall (Aft), Maintenance Bay 2, Shuttle Storage
 
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| 14
 
| Deuterium Tanks, Flight Control Room 2, Turbolift Maintenance, Crew quarters
 
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| 15
 
| Captain's Yacht Access, Secondary Computer Core (Level 1), Weapons Locker, Transporter Room 5, Cargo Bays 6 & 7, Tertiary Stores
 
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| 16
 
| Secondary Computer Core (Level 2), Reserve Antimatter Storage, Main Navigational Deflector, Deflector Control, Main Engineering, Chief Engineer's Office, Weapons Locker, Warp Nacelle Access, Cargo Bays 8 & 9, Emergency Transporters, Auxiliary Sickbay, Secondary Computer Core (Level 3), Aft Sensor Array, Deflector Assembly, Secondary Plasma Vent, Emergency Transporters
 
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| 17
 
| Deflector Assembly, Auxiliary SIF/IDF/Shield Generators, Multi-purpose Chamber (Upper), Crew Quarters, Auxiliary Bridge, Lateral Sensors, Secondary Communications Array, Emergency Batteries, Complementary Deflector Assembly, Multi-purpose Chamber (Lower), Primary Stores, Forward Torpedo Launchers (2), Torpedo Magazine, Probe Storage, Primary Communications Array, Tractor Beam Assembly, Turbolift Maintenance. Primary Waste Reclamation
 
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| 18
 
| Antimatter Storage Pods, Forward Tractor Beam Emitter, Secondary SIF/IDF/Shield Generators, Cargo Bay 10 (Upper), Secondary Stores Antimatter Generator, Torpedo Magazine, Maintenance Bay 3, Cargo Bay 10 (Lower), Secondary Waste Reclamation, Secondary Environmental Control, Tractor Beam Assembly, Antimatter Generator, Antimatter Injectors, Secondary Sensor Array, Sensor Analysis Suite, Aft Tractor Beam Emitter, Aft Torpedo Launchers (2), Torpedo Magazine, Warp Core Jettison Hatch
 
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==History of the USS Temeraire==
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==In Play==
  
===USS ''Temeraire'' In play===
 
*Temeraire was formally known as Thesis, with her name changed as part of her new look following an inquiry that saw her previous commander removed from command.
 
*Previously cordial relations have turned sour as the Thesis crew resent those from the [[USS Santa Fe|Santa Fe]] who have transferred in and took their jobs, replacing respected crew mates (including the captain).
 
*Temeraire is one of the first vessels, in-character, to be assigned to [[Task Force 47]] and will add strength to the new diplomatic and exploration focused pathfinder group.
 
  
===OOC Credits===
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{{clear}}
A number of images used by the Temeraire are personal commissions produced by hard-working artists and should not be reproduced or used without express permission. Many avatars can be located at Sci-Fi Avatars or are free use from STPMA.
 
 
 
[[Category:Task Force 47]]
 
{{DEFAULTSORT:Temeraire}}
 

Revision as of 20:23, 5 March 2024

Bortasqu.jpg
Bortasqu' Class
Information
Affiliation

Klingon Empire

Status

Active

Role

Dreadnought

Lineage
Preceding Class

Negh'Var-class

Service
Operator

Klingon Defense Force

Entered Service

2399

Endurance
Expected Design Life

100 years

Expected Refit Cycle

10 years

Expected Resupply Cycle

5 years

Crew Capacity
Standard Complement

3,500

Emergency Capacity

20,000

Dimensions
Length

1,126 meters

Width

967 meters

Height

358 meters

Decks

71

Propulsion
Propulsion Systems

Matter/Antimatter powered warp drive

Cruise Speed

Warp 8

Maximum Speed

Warp 9.7

Emergency Speed

Warp 9.91 (for 48 hours)

Armaments
Energy Weapons
  • 4x forward-mounted heavy disrupter cannons
  • 2x forward-mounted "siege" disruptors
  • 20x disruptor cannons
Torpedo Launchers
  • 4 forward
  • 4 aft
Torpedo Payload

400 Klingon torpedoes

Shields
  • Klingon deflector shields
  • Klingon cloaking device
Small Craft
Shuttlebays

2 hangar bays

Shuttles

10

Fighters

48

Template:Specification

The Bortasqu'-class dreadnought is the current flagship of the Klingon Defense Force fleet and the largest vessel ever fielded by the Klingon Empire. Originally conceived along with the Mat'Ha-class raptor as the next generation of Klingon warships to birth from the lessons of the Dominion War, the Bortasqu' took several decades before it finally came to life. Now, in the 25th century, very few ships can stand directly against a Bortasqu' one-on-one in combat.

Exploration and Science

Much like the Negh'Var-class before it, the Bortasqu' was developed as a multi-purpose ship with several things in mind. One of those was deep space exploration and scientific capabilities. While no match for even an outdated Starfleet Galaxy-class starship in terms of scientific capabilities, the Bortasqu' does host a state-of-the-art sensor suite that is more than capable of handling nearly any spatial phenomena encountered.

Diplomacy

As the flagship class of the Klingon Empire, the Bortasqu' will often be the ship sent for any diplomatic functions with allies or enemies alike. Due to its size, the ship is capable of hosting hundreds of dignitaries if required and has entire sections of the ship dedicated to ambassadorial-style guest quarters and large auditorium-style conference rooms. The Bortasqu' is well equipped for any manner of diplomatic summit.

Engineering

The Bortasqu' is an immense vessel that is more complex than the average Klingon design tends to be. The new generation of warp engine design that was built for the Bortasqu' allows the vessel to generate considerably more power than previous Klingon designs. This allows the ship to channel primary power directly from the warp engines, through the spine of the ship, and into the "head" area where the ship's main weapons platform is located including the main forward disruptor cannons and the siege disruptors.

The complex intermix of the Bortasqu's interaction between the ship's weapons and engines requires that a full-time engineering staff of hundreds of warriors is required to constantly monitor and maintain the systems.

Tactical

Tactically, the Bortasqu' takes nearly every cue from the Negh'Var. The ship is equipped with four heavy disruptor cannons in the front of the ship, flanked below by two siege disruptors intended for stationary targets. Along the ship's hull are twenty disruptor cannons that can cover every arc of the ship in battle.

Unlike the Negh'Var, the Bortasqu' is more adept at utilizing its four fighter squadrons, double the Negh'Var, in combat with a combat center in the ship specifically for coordinating with the fighter squadrons. With two massive hangar bays on both sides of the "neck" of the ship, the Bortasqu' also deploys Kivra-class shuttles and To'Duj-class fighters adopted from the elder Negh'Var.

Shipboard Life

Much like the Mat'Ha-class, the first of the new generation of Klingon ships post-Dominion War, the Bortasqu' takes a different approach to life onboard. Most lower decks crew are still packed into dorm-style accommodations, and troops are packed even higher into barracks-style accommodations, there are far more single occupancy rooms for officers and above. Additionally, the Bortasqu' has over a dozen holo rooms throughout the ship, several recreation rooms, and dozens of dining halls. Like the Negh'Var, the Bortasqu' also has a single Great Hall at the belly of the ship capable of accommodating hundreds of warriors at once.

Class History

The original concept for the Bortasqu' was born at the same time as the Mat'Ha-class in the aftermath of the Dominion War. The Klingon High Council desired a ship that could stand in the same size class as ships such as the Romulan Scimitar-class warbird,, and the Cardassian Hutet-class battleships. However, much like the Mat'Ha design, the Bortasqu' fell by the wayside as the priority for the Klingon Defense Force shifted to rebuilding their decimated fleet.

After the success of the Mat'Ha in 2391, the Bortasqu' was revisited by the engineers at the Ty'Gokor fleet yards. The Bortasqu' was meant to be the new flag of the Klingon Empire and was designed with that in mind. By 2398 construction on the first ship of the class began at Ty'Gokor and finished

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