THE LXVII AWARD CEREMONY
HOSTED BY - CHRIS WILKINSON, SOLACE & THREE OF SEVEN
DIRECTED BY - THREE OF SEVEN
WRITTEN BY - THREE OF SEVEN
EDITED BY - JORDAN
BACKGROUND ART - TAKU
Broadcast on Saturday 25th March 2023
Opening Fleet Admiral Statement
We dedicate this UFPAC to a long time member of the community, Taku, who sadly passed away earlier this month. He was a regular feature for the UFPAC for his hard work, and dedication to this community. We will be using some of Taku’s screenshots to make up the backdrop of the UFPAC.
Members can find a list of Ranks and Medals with explanations here
Archer-Boi
Received a Promotion
- Petty Officer Second Class
The first award of the day goes to my cat, he is a very good boy, and puts up with a lot of my nonsense, as well as keeping me somewhat sane all this time. For these reasons, I am giving my cat, Archer, a promotion to Petty Officer 2nd Class.
Beessie
Received a Promotion and Medal
- Chief Petty Officer
- Fleet Loyalty Commendation
Continuing to be an active member of the World of Warcraft raiding team, and an active participant on TeamSpeak, Beessie has shown continued dedication to the community. For these reasons, Beessie is being awarded the Fleet Loyalty Commendation and a promotion to Chief Petty Officer.
darthnovawave
Received a Medal and a Commendation
- Combat Readiness Medal
- Commendation
A dedicated quartermaster for the Star Trek Online division, darthnovawave continues to look at the fleet holdings within the game, ensuring that there is always something for members to contribute towards. For his work, and continued dedication, darthnovawave is being awarded with the Combat Readiness Medal.
Distant Knight
Received a Promotion, 2 Medals, and a Commendation
- Captain
- Legion of Merit
- Federation Star
- Commendation
Distant Knight is an active member of the UFP, regularly attending events Special Operations events. He is a genius at developing unusual ship builds, that are extremely successful in Star Trek Online. He shares his builds in the Build Discussions forum, for everyone to see, to comment on, and to learn from. He is eager to discuss ship builds during Special Operations events, helping everyone improve their understanding of STO. He has been known to contribute much needed (and sought after) equipment, traits, and duty officers to newer fleet members, just getting started in STO, along with taking the time to discuss the usage of said things in game. For these reasons, Distant Knight is being awarded with the Legion of Merit, Federation Star and a promotion to Captain.
GriffinTalon
Received a Promotion
A regular attendee to many of the Holodeck events, GriffinTalon beings his talent for these games, his award winning smile, and his positive attitude to these events, making them all the more enjoyable for everyone. For these reasons, he is being promoted to Lieutenant Commander.
Hektu
Received a Promotion and 2 Medals
- Rear Admiral
- Federation Star
- Starfleet Cross
Hektu is an active member of Special Operations, serving as one of the Special Ops Commanders, mostly on our Saturday Events. He always brings a positive attitude, and a friendly demeanour, making the events that he attends fun and organised. He communicates well with his fellow Special Ops team members, helping to make sure that our events are properly staffed. For these reasons, Hektu is awarded with the Federation Star, Starfleet Cross, and a promotion to Rear Admiral.
Heyallo
Received a Medal
A friend to many, and having a positive aura around him, Heyallo is extremely dedicated to the community as a whole. Having run a number of events for the Holodeck gaming division, or just hanging around with other members to chat, Heyallo is a name many will recognise. For these reasons, he is being awarded with the Medal of Excellence.
Kiflin
Received a Medal
Kfilin is the head and pivotal driving force behind the Ares Roleplay Project and is an incredible roleplayer and bright light within that division and on the forums in general, wherever he goes. His dedication to the ARP has doubtlessly inspired several others as it has me. His receptiveness and incredible diligence in keeping the story going and activity levels up and rising. For these reasons, Kiflin is awarded the Combat Readiness Medal.
Krajin
Received 2 Medals
- Legion of Merit
- Meritorious Service Medal
Krajin continues his unwavering consistency to work behind the scenes maintaining decorum within the Ares Roleplay story ship, the Fearless in absence of its Captain, and keeping the story to flow with continual leadership. Krajin's been always a straight to the point communicator to the Ares Command team, Krajin has at times dealt with truly frustrating challenges with the assistance of the Captain of the Fearless but now he has shown to emulate the name of the starship in his thoughts and actions. For these reasons, Krajin is being awarded the Legion of Merit and the Meritorious Service Medal.
Miles
Received a Promotion
Miles serves as one of the Special Ops Commanders, usually found running the Friday Red Alert Events. He is always friendly, welcoming, and professional, ensuring that a fun time is had by all. He has proven himself a consistent, supportive, and encouraging leader. It is for that reason that he is being rewarded with a promotion to Admiral.
Nesta
Received a Promotion
- Lieutenant Commander
- Meritorious Service Medal
Nesta has been a great fit for the ARES Roleplay Command Team. He lept into the pool with both feet running on the ground, chiming in with suggestions regarding overall story development, forum posting methods, and Nesta's decision to bring Lt Commander Kitty back into the Ares RP Project! Nesta's willingness to jump right in and provide assistance has been invaluable. For these reasons, he is being awarded the Meritorious Service Medal and a promotion to Lieutenant Commander.
NightZombie
Received a Promotion and 2 Medals
- Petty Officer 1st Class
- Combat Readiness Medal
- Medal of Excellence
NightZombie is a regular attendee of UFP's Special Operations events. He is eager to join in, improve his game play, and socialise with his fellow fleet mates. In spite of the power grid problems that he's constantly facing, NightZombie cannot be kept down! He keeps a positive attitude, and shares it with everyone he comes in contact with. For these reasons, NightZombie is being awarded the Combat Readiness Medal, the Medal of Excellence, and a promotion to Petty Officer 1st Class.
Pedigo
Received a Promotion and a Medal
- Vice Admiral
- Federation Order of Merit
Having taken up the role of the lead tech guy, filling in some very big shoes of Jordans (metaphorically, not physically) Pedigo has done a great job in looking at what needs to be done, things that need fixing, and new features to be added to the community. On top of this, he hasn't run away from this responsibility after learning that he has to put up with me. For these reasons, Pedigo is being awarded with the Federation Order of Merit and a promotion to Vice Admiral.
rastillion
Received a Promotion and 2 Medals
- Commodore
- Personal Achievement Award
- Fleet Loyalty Commendation
Rastilion serves as one of many Special Operations Commanders, frequently attending, or running the Friday, Saturday, and Sunday events. Always friendly and professional, Rastilion provides steady leadership when running an event. He is eager to provide advice, with both ship builds and strategy, ensuring a fun time is had by all. For these reasons, Rastillion is awarded the Personal Achievement Award, the Fleet Loyalty Commendation and a promotion to Commodore.
RavenSplat
Received a Promotion and 2 Medals
- Master Chief Petty Officer
- Personal Achievement Award
- Valor Award
Having provided some great discussion threads, and polls relating to Star Trek, RavenSplat has done exceptional work when it comes to engaging the minds of the community. We hope to see more of this in the future. For his hard work and dedication to the community, as well as his friendly nature, RavenSplat is being awarded the Personal Achievement Award, the Valor Award, and a promotion to Master Chief Petty Officer.
Redking353
Received a Medal
- Fleet Loyalty Commendation
Working hard within the academy, Redking also supplements his duties with the role of moderator, balancing both of these volunteer posts with excellence. His dedication to the community is hard to match, and it is for these reasons that Redking is being awarded the Fleet Loyalty Commendation.
Remsus
Received a Promotion and 2 Medals
- Commodore
- Legion of Merit
- Federation Order of Distinction
As an active member of the STO division, Remsus is often completing invite requests in a timely manner with polite responses. He also is willing to go above and beyond to assist those members that are struggling to understand the system. For these reasons, Remsus is being awarded with the Federation Order of Distinction, Legion of Merit and a promotion to Commodore.
Sunfire
Received a Promotion and a Medal
Working hard within the academy, always ensuring that the volunteers of the department are doing their duties to a high standard, and motivating them. He also goes above and beyond what is required in his role, without complaint, and a smile on his face. For these reasons, Sunfire is being awarded with the Red Crest and a promotion to Rear Admiral.
Sythe
Received a Promotion
One of the volunteers who works silently in the background, Sythe is always fulfilling his duties in inviting, and promoting members within Star Trek Online. He continues to contribute greatly to the fleet as well, keeping everything ticking over. For these reasons, Sythe is being awarded with a promotion to Captain.
Tbang
Received a Promotion and 2 Medals
- Petty Officer 2nd Class
- Combat Readiness Medal
- Starfleet Medal
A friendly, and welcoming member of the community, Tbang makes everyone feel welcome, and is also a regular attendee to many of the events, always willing to help other members of the UFP should they need it. For these reasons, Tbang is being awarded with the Combat Readiness Medal, Starfleet Medal and a promotion to Petty Officer 2nd Class.
timverbesselt
Received a Promotion and 2 Medals
- Commodore
- Medal of Excellence
- Red Crest
Often seen around the forums, with no signs of leafing, timverbesselt is as reliable as large oak, welcoming new members to the community, processing invites, and helping out in many areas of the wider community. He carries himself well, and will never bark out to others! For these reasons, timverbesselt is being awarded with the Medal of Excellence, the Red Crest and a promotion to Commodore.
trekchu
Received a Promotion and 2 Medals
- Master Chief Petty Officer
- Fleet Loyalty Commendation
- Nebula Star
He can be found on TeamSpeak taking part in many events, hosted by both the STO division, and the Holodeck division, trekchu keeps on chugging along the tracks within the community, being a friendly face for many, and shows a keen interest in engaging with others. For these reasons, trekchu is being awarded with the Fleet Loyalty Commendation, the Nebula Star and a promotion to Master Chief Petty Officer.