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USS August Operational Logs
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USS AUGUST, NCC-98800, Captain Jim Greener (Caymen)
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The crew of the USS August prepare to launch with the rest of Taskforce Phoenix, at the command of newly-named Captain Jim Greener, son of the great Caymen Greener. What will lie in store for them? Only time - and space - will tell!
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Posted Thu 28 Oct, 2021 2:41 PM
USS August
Captain's Log, SD58823.11
Space is cold, but the hum of a new ship and the energy of new crew warm the cockles of my heart. That's something my father would have said, at least. But there's truth in it. The refitted Ambassador that is the USS August indeed gives off an exciting vibe. Or maybe it's in my head as a new captain.
Regardless, we are waiting here at Starbase 47 where we have been deployed, as the last of our senior officers arrives. We only have two more days until we depart. The crew is shaping up, with a few younger folks and then a couple experienced ones. I am eager to meet them all, and will call a senior staff briefing once we are underway.
The nature of our first mission in Taskforce Phoenix is still unknown, but the taskforce has been tasked with mostly exploration. The USS Ares more-or-less leads the taskforce, and she is coming back online after some respite and a resupply. I await communication from her before we leave.
I am trepedations, but enthusiastic. The journey ahead will be a true test of my skill and experience, hopefully shrugging off some of the less... tasteful choices I've made over the years. Don't tell him this, but I'd love to make dad proud...
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Posted Tue 02 Nov, 2021 2:22 AM
DS9 Arrival
USS August, SD58835.43
Deep Space Nine - Jim had been there a handful of times throughout his career, but it has been a while. So when the August came out of warp in her sector, it was nice to see.
"Cappin, we've arrived," came the Irish accent at helm.
Greener nodded. "Thank you, Ensign." Without turning his gaze away from the viewscreen, he spoke to his XO. "Commander Tol'iv, our status?"
The Vulcan in command red was standing - she was always standing, which was kind of annoying. But it was readiness and honor that drove her mannerisms like this. "Sir, the August is as optimal as we found her at Starbase 47. We have barely used any fuel or resources on our short trip here."
Greener nodded again, but didn't respond. Fjorssen and Cheros were also on the bridge, but they were deep in their consoles. This was quite normal for a new ship or a new crew - keep your head down, watch everything, learn as much as you can. The team dynamic had little time to form, so things were a bit riggid yet. Jim had only had a few longer conversations with Tol'iv, as his #1.
"Cappin," came Colin's Irish voice again. "We are cleared to dock."
"Excellent, carry on." Caymen remained in his seat, but straightened his torso and shoulders a bit. "Lieutenant," he said to Cheros, "as soon as we're docked, please inform Admiral Dalton's office that we have arrived."
"And Commander Tol'iv, no shoreleave until we understand the nature of this assignment."
Silent agreement was affirmation enough for Jim, as his crew began the docking and arrival procedures. Now they'd finally find out why this ship was re-commissioned.
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Posted Thu 18 Nov, 2021 2:17 PM
Captain's Log, SD58880.49
Capt Jim Greener, USS August, Docked at DS9
"Family is a complex animal, a beast really. She has fangs and claws, stinks of god-awful odors, and struggles to find consistent joy. A feral creature, she can go from content and docile to wild and utterly insane in the blink of an eye."
*pause*
"I'm no poet, and I don't want to sound cliche, but the relationship with my father has found similarities to what I just described. I don't want to get into the mess of our past, but it's been touchy."
"The great Caymen Greener. Again, I don't want to sound cliche. It's not like he's embarassed me or himself, for that matter. But once he found out I was his son, his expectations went through the roof. And his drinking as well. And he seems like he's 150 years old, most days."
*another pause*
"Yeah, it'll be fine. I won't have to work with him too much. He probably wouldn't make eye contact anyways. And it's not like he's in charge - he's retired, so they say. I should stop grumbling and just do my job. The August will help this new taskforce in whatever way she can. And I will serve the Federation the best I can."
"Yeah, we'll be fine. Fine, fine, fine."