THE LXVIII AWARD CEREMONY
HOSTED BY - BEDDERS, SOLACE, & THREE OF SEVEN
DIRECTED BY - THREE OF SEVEN
WRITTEN BY - PETRARCH
EDITED BY - JORDAN
BACKGROUND ART – THEFIRSTFLEET (DAVID METLESITS), & ANDREW GARILOV
Broadcast on Sunday 25th June 2023
Members can find a list of Ranks and Medals with explanations here
AlexRider
Received a Promotion and 2 Medals
- Commodore
- Federation Order of Merit
- Golden Starburst
We start off the UFPAC with a member that joined and quickly moved into a volunteer role with SFA and as time passed, he worked his way through the ranks to recently be appointed as the new XO of the department, sliding into the chair with ease. With a side gig in FNS, they contribute regularly to both and have demonstrated a high level of engagement with others. Working day in day out in SFA, they go above and beyond in their duties as they double up to function as the recruitment coordinator too. Exceptionally dedicated, well liked and respected, they have quickly made their mark on the UFP and show no signs of slowing down. For his service, friendly attitude and a daptable nature on top of the other reasons, AlexRider is awarded with the Federation Order of Merit, Golden Starburst and a promotion to Commodore.
AnnaOfStarfleet
Received 2 Medals
- Combat Readiness Medal
- Conduct Medal
A brand new member of the community is our second stop on tonight’s adventure, with this person having not made it to the 3 month mark yet. Able to engage with others easily, this was parlayed into taking on a role with FNS, turning out quality articles in a timely manner, showing commitment to the division with a positive attitude in tow. Away from this, they are noted for their “Personal Logs” thread on the forum. Though their time thus far is short, they’ve given a glimpse of what’s still to come as time passes by. It’s for these reasons that AnnaOfStarfleet is awarded with the Conduct Medal and the Combat Readiness Medal.
darthnovawave
Received a Medal
- Distinguished Service Cross
Next tonight is a member who has volunteered for 2 years now but will reach his 7th anniversary with the UFP towards the end of December. Functioning as a quartermaster in the STO fleets, he dips and dives between the virtual chests and filing cabinets to ensure nothing gets lost down the back of the virtual sofa. With a friendly attitude and always helpful when needed, Darthnovawave is awarded with the Distinguished Service Cross.
Distant Knight
Received 2 Medals
- Starfleet Cross
- Valour Award
Sticking with the STO division for now, our next member is active in the Special Ops section, always there to bring his unique take on matters. Eager to help others improve in the game by displaying his own builds and thoughts behind him, this help has also extended to donating items and supplies to newer players starting out or those seeking to improve further. It’s for these reasons and his service as a volunteer that Distant Knight is awarded with the Starfleet Cross and the Valour Award.
Draxx
Received a Promotion and 2 Medals and a Commendation
- Petty Officer Second Class
- Conduct Medal
- Personal Achievement Award
- Commendation
Though appearing, outwardly at least, to be a new member, our next person tonight actually appeared some 6 years ago before recently returning to the fold after a long absence. Making his presence known on the forums and in-game, particularly in the STO division, he has shown himself as willing and eager to learn, discussing builds and asking advise on how to tweak and improve. Showing respect and dignity in their dealing with others, they’ve become something of a social butterfly as they move through the UFP. With that, Draxx is awarded with the Conduct Medal, Personal Achievement Award and a promotion to Petty Officer 2nd Class.
Foster
Received a Promotion
Our next member is a name that you may not see often but they also have made it 7 years with the community and they can be often found in The Old Republic. Though the UFP only has a small presence with TOR nowadays, the work of this member keeps the name going strong, keeping the guild up to date with the conquest and always ready to chat when he’s there. For these reasons, Foster is awarded with a promotion to Chief Petty Officer.
GriffinTalon
Received a Promotion
Our next award this evening is for another long serving member that frequents holodeck, well, frequently. Often seen joining in with the Halo nights, Star Wars Sundays and more recently with Diablo IV, he’s easy going and ready for a laugh or serious playing as situation demands it. Though not a member of the Holodeck team proper, he keeps with the spirit of the division and that’s why GriffinTalon is awarded with a promotion to Commander.
Hektu
Received 3 Medals
- Federation Order of Distinction
- Meritorious Service Medal
- Fleet Admiral's Cross
Another member of the Special Ops with STO, he has given a lot of service during his time there, bringing a commitment and dedication to his role both in improving himself and those around him. While he has now stepped back from his CL4 role and taking a well earned rest, he’s still with us and will no doubt continue to cause trouble for the Borg, Voth and anyone else who deserves it. Hektu for his efforts is awarded with the Federation Order of Distinction, the Meritorious Service Medal and the Fleet Admiral’s Cross.
Heyallo
Received a Promotion
Primarily found on the UFP Discord server and shining as a beacon of positivity there alongside his role on Holodeck, he regularly chimes in on various topics in a friendly manner and shows his love for the community. He does appear to have an obsession with Pokemon but we’ll not hold that against him, so on that note, Heyallo is awarded with a promotion to Rear Admiral.
Josh Broughm
Received a Promotion
An active member of the Ares Roleplay Project and one of the former CO’s, he continues to go from strength to strength with the division as a regular contributor. His love of roleplay is amongst the strongest we’ve seen in the UFP, able to integrate emotion into his writing to draw people into the scene playing out. That he stayed on with Ares after standing down from an official role is a testament to his desire to see the division grow and succeed. That’s why Josh Broughm is promoted to Rear Admiral.
Kiflin
Received a Medal
We’re still aboard Ares with the division’s current CO, Kiflin. Like his predecessors before him, Kiflin took on the job under difficult circumstances and times for the division, however he jumped in with both feet and came armed with a vision to help rebuild the roleplay and what direction it should take going forwards. Slowly but surely under his guidance in the centre chair, the Ares team built the ship back up and reignited the stories for all to enjoy. A hard worker and always willing to listen and pitch in, Kiflin is awarded with the Starfleet Cross.
Krajin
Received a Promotion
- Senior Chief Petty Officer
A respectful, considerate, cordial and enthusiastic member of the community, both in public and private, he’s proven himself willing and able to help out wherever he can. Though perhaps one of our quieter members and mainly found in the Ares Project, Krajin sees his efforts rewarded with a promotion to Senior Chief Petty Officer.
MrNeal
Received a Medal
An older hand in the UFP approaching their 8 year mark in September, they’ve held a volunteer role for some time now as a Quartermaster in STO and previously gave their time as a personnel officer. A dedicated member of the UFP keeping the fleet banks neat and tidy, MrNeal is awarded with the Combat Readiness Medal.
Nesta
Received a Medal
A member who disappeared for a break before returning, they’ve jumped back into the community from the word go, returning to the Ares Roleplay Project. Passionate about how the story unfolds and showing respect to the tales that have come before, he took on the challenges of helping to drive the story forwards and also creating scenarios to help new members of the roleplay learn the ropes. His hard work and determination has seen him rise through the ranks, culminating in being recently appointed the new XO for Ares. For these reasons, Nesta is awarded with the Legion of Merit.
NightZombie
Received a Promotion and a Medal
- Chief Petty Officer
- Federation Star
A highly active member of the community in STO, be it an organised event or just chilling out, this person makes themselves known. A friendly individual always eager to jump in with whatever’s going on, he’s effectively become part of the furniture in the fleets at this point. Nightzombie is therefore awarded with the Federation Star & a promotion to Chief Petty Officer.
rastilion
Received a Promotion and 2 Medals
- Rear Admiral
- Federation Star
- Starfleet Cross
Staying with STO, this member is part of the Special Ops group, hosting and leading events in-game. Friendly and approachable, he has proven himself time and time again to be welcoming to other attendees and willing to assist when needed. Having been with the UFP for over a decade now, he’s an old hand at things and still serving up conversation and providing challenges and competition amongst teams. Rastilion, who will make it 11 years in just one more month, is awarded with the Federation Star, Starfleet Cross and a promotion to Rear Admiral.
Rattlehead
Received a Promotion and a Medal
Though quiet on the forums, our next member can frequently be found at home in-game. Over the last several years he’s made efforts to keep the WoW guild alive and ticking over, alongside hosting various events for it. Working with SFA to help get the word out and draw new blood towards WoW, he will frequently provide assistance with gear and build advice for the various characters that traverse Azeroth. For all of his efforts to date, Rattlehead is awarded with the Valour Award and a promotion to Rear Admiral.
Ravensplat
Received 3 Medals
- Medal of Excellence
- Starfleet Medal
- Fleet Admirals Cross
Eager to help, our next member goes above and beyond what they signed up to do, providing excellent levels of contribution and helping to foster discussion and discord on a wide variety of topics. Functioning in both FNS and Ares, they have shown - and proven - themselves willing to do whatever they need to do for the greater good of the community, which also includes taking over the awards thread for this very ceremony once it’s completed. The initiative shown by this person is something they should be commended for so lets make that happen right now and award RavenSplat with the Medal of Excellence, Starfleet Medal and the Fleet Admiral’s Cross.
Remsus
Received 2 Medals
- Federation Star
- Valour Award
A reliable and well liked member of the community, this person serves the STO division as a personnel officer and quartermaster and until recently was also an RSO with is presence in SFA sorely missed. Perhaps best described as one of the community’s workhorses, his ongoing service and dedication to the UFP at large has not gone unnoticed and it’s for those reasons Remsus is awarded with the Federation Star and the Valour Award.
Tytalus
Received a Promotion and a Medal
- Lieutenant Junior Grade
- Conduct Medal
Though one of the quieter members of the UFP on the forums, our penultimate stop this evening has remained active away from the forum in various guises and games. Willing to chat away and lend a hand where he can, Tytalus is awarded with the Conduct Medal and a promotion to Lt. Junior Grade.
WoorLord
Received 2 Medals and a Commendation
- Conduct Medal
- Medal of Excellence
- Commendation
For our final entry in the medals tonight, we conclude with another newer member who has just barely got 3 months under their belt now. Active and friendly, he’s shared snippets of his life and background with the community since arriving and took on a volunteer role with FNS to branch out his talents as he does something similar back in reality. He may not see this at the moment as he’s off on some holidays right now but didn’t leave anyone in the lurch as he prepped articles before departing, proving his dedication to the role. For these reasons, Woorlord is being awarded with the Conduct Medal and Medal of Excellence.
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