StarBase 118 Staff Posted February 11 Posted February 11 January was an amazing month with 27 appreciations. Simmers can submit a post to the appreciation forums any time they find a post that makes them laugh, cry, or is an inspiring piece of writing. This newsie had to make several spreadsheets. The following are presented by ship, with the ships listed in alphabetical order. Within each ship, they are listed in no particular order. Let us know what you think of this monthly round-up format. Remember that the appreciations forum is moving to this Discord more information can be found here: We’re retiring the forums You can now post your appreciation in the discord by going to this channel: https://discord.com/channels/201534052631576579/1337818376218611802 Amity Outpost Amity was transported to new heights of appreciation with this sim Dr. Robin Hopper: What We’re Made Of Rebecca Iko said: “This sim by @Robin Hopper was an amazing blend of fun wit and serious worry. In 2442, Between the transporter room where Wil Ukinix sits, ripped straight from 2401, and sickbay, Hopper learns that her husband Nathan Richards has irumodic syndrome. As always, Keegan’s writing wonderfully shows the nuanced character’s thoughts and feelings on the whole matter, while she also tries to deal with what is right in front of her. There wasn’t a certain part of this sim I could pick out, so you get the lot of it.” https://forums.starbase118.net/topic/25205-dr-robin-hopper-what-we’re-made-of Artemis-A The Artemis crew are inspiring each other with lawless savagery LT Gila Sadar – THE LAWLESS SAVAGERY Samantha Richards said: “Gila reacting to this awkward situation she has been forced into is hilarious! I love the reactions and internal thoughts of our favorite Mizarian!! @Gila Sadar GREAT JOB!” https://forums.starbase118.net/topic/25207-lt-gila-sadar-the-lawless-savagery Ens Lyara Alroyo – Eat My Dust! Vitor S. Silveira said: “I think all of us know this feeling. When you have an idea and start something, hoping the rest of the crew likes it. And some people join in, others don’t, some give great contributions and others…Well, other’s like @Lyara Alroyo just take it to the next level. Literally. Very well played Isa, I never expected it to be this good and I have to share it her so everyone can see.” https://forums.starbase118.net/topic/25147-ens-lyara-alroyo-eat-my-dust Chin’toka The Chin’tokans are up to no good. Lieutenant (JG) Is’Kah Xiron – The first rule of JOPA… Aine O. Sherlock said: “A well thought out and prepared prank. Some Lower Deckers could learn a thing or two about how to annoy their CO and FO in a creative (and most importantly: well covered) way.” https://forums.starbase118.net/topic/25152-lieutenant-jg-is’kah-xiron-the-first-rule-of-jopa Constitution-B The constitution has a quiet dignity, they prefer to let their sims do the talking, and the following three sims were left without comment. PNPC Senior Cmdr Nugra – Her Posted to the appreciations by Jalana https://forums.starbase118.net/topic/25167-pnpc-senior-cmdr-nugra-her PNPC LtJG Chandni Kapoor – 3 … 2… 1.. Tag! Posted to the appreciations by Dizmim ChNilmani https://forums.starbase118.net/topic/25159-pnpc-ltjg-chandni-kapoor-3-2-1-tag Commodore Jalana Rajel – Through the fog Posted to the appreciations by Dizmim ChNilmani https://forums.starbase118.net/topic/25158-commodore-jalana-rajel-through-the-fog Cross-ship JP There was one cross-ship sim that was posted to the appreciations, which involved members from the Chin’toka, Astraeus, and Octavia E. Butler JP: Lt JG Sevantha Saa & Daniel McGillian Jr., Ensign Leenaya Edrei & Alix Harford – The Need to Connect Lhandon Nilsen said: “I couldn’t wait to post about this JP, so I’m sharing this before the final part is released. As Sevantha’s mentor, I was lucky enough to get a sneak peek at this JP, and it’s a brilliant piece of writing that had me hooked from the very first page. I could truly feel Mac’s pain, especially in the first half, and Saa completely tore our hearts out. Both Edrei’s and Harford’s parts made me so angry (in the best possible way). The first three parts are below on our ship list and when the final parts are out, they will appear in the link below. @Sevantha @Daniel McGillian Jr @Leenaya Edrei @Alix Harford You four should be so damned proud of yourself and proud of this JP. “ https://forums.starbase118.net/topic/25160-jp-lt-jg-sevantha-saa-daniel-mcgillian-jr-ensign-leenaya-edrei-alix-harford-the-need-to-connect Eagle The Eagles soured with four applications as they transitioned away from Denali Station. Commander Tomas Falt: Not goodbye, but rather au revoir Posted to the appreciations by Drex0379 https://forums.starbase118.net/topic/25209-commander-tomas-falt-not-goodbye-but-rather-au-revoir Lieutenant Drex – Afraid of the unknown Posted to the appreciations by both Kalianna Nicholotti & Alora DeVeau https://forums.starbase118.net/topic/25187-lieutenant-drex-afraid-of-the-unknown Lieutenant Drex – Unexpected Alora DeVeau said: “Barbara always gives lovely insights into Drex and his life.” https://forums.starbase118.net/topic/25150-lieutenant-drex-unexpected/ Gorkon The Gorkonites found honour in three posts. Ensign Nera Ay – Out in the Cold of Space Doz Finch said: “Another great opening of Act 3 of our plot, this time from @Nera Ay who marvels at a rare experience he’s having (floating through space tethered to two other officers)”. https://forums.starbase118.net/topic/25153-ensign-nera-ay-out-in-the-cold-of-space Lt.JG Taelon – Old Fears Borne Anew Doz Finch said: “Brilliant opening here from @Taelon who goes into Act 3 of our mission torn apart by fatherly worries.” https://forums.starbase118.net/topic/25151-ltjg-taelon-old-fears-borne-anew Ensign Russell Standish — Smoking Leaves Doz Finch said: “I chuckled a few times during this sim, so better to share all of it than just standalone quotes. Standish fumbles over his words whilst enjoying a drink with Tahna Meru, and it’s so endearingly funny (and well written!). @Russell Standish has been with us now for a few months, and it’s been a joy to see both Mike and the character Standish meld in with the ship over time.” https://forums.starbase118.net/topic/25146-ensign-russell-standish-smoking-leaves Khitomer Those cool cats of the Khitomer meowed their way to four posts Lieutenant Commander Talia Ohnari ~ What’s a bit of hazing between colleagues? Nolen Hobart said: “Doctors see everything.” https://forums.starbase118.net/topic/25200-lieutenant-commander-talia-ohnari-~-whats-a-bit-of-hazing-between-colleagues Captain Shayne – Faces Jacin Ayemet said: “A superlative bit of writing from my Captain. Evocative and heartfelt. Just wonderful stuff…” https://forums.starbase118.net/topic/25195-captain-shayne-faces Ensign Amelia Semara – Nesting Ras El Heem said:”Love the way Max portrayed what it’s like being a telepath! Eloquently done.” https://forums.starbase118.net/topic/25190-ensign-amelia-semara-nesting Ensign Richard Matthews – Not a Fun Ride, Would not do Again Nolen Hobart said: “It’s midnight,” I thought to myself, “I’ll just read one sim, and then go to bed.”” But the one sim was by @Richard Matthews and it was fantastic, so now it’s midnight and he’s got me making a dang appreciations post.” https://forums.starbase118.net/topic/25170-ensign-richard-matthews-–-not-a-fun-ride-would-not-do-again Octavia E. Butler The Octavians are making their namesake proud with five sims posted to the appreciations Chairman Ualara – Gaslight, Gatekeep, Girlboss Lhandon Nilsen said: “Sevantha having way too much fun introducing a brand new MSNPC at the start of Act Two.” https://forums.starbase118.net/topic/25224-sb118-butler-chairman-ualara-gaslight-gatekeep-girlboss First Lt. Arturo Maxwell – Dignity, restored Sevantha said: “Posted snippets in our quote thread but @Arturo Maxwell wrote a beautiful SIM in which his character not only reflects on a father dealing with the grief of a lost child, close to his own daughter’s age, but as a Starfleet Marine showing compassion for the dead beautifully.” https://forums.starbase118.net/topic/25210-first-lt-arturo-maxwell-dignity-restored LtCol Wes Greaves – Through the Lens of Resolve (Prologue) So good it was posted twice by Alora DeVeau and then Lhandon Nilsen: “You know a piece of writing is good when you are inspired to write one of your own. I love this sim from @Wes Greaves so much. We’re heading into Zet territory on this mission, and Jacob has set up this wonderful dichotomy: there will be the officers who have met the Zet before and formed their opinions, few of which will be positive; meanwhile, there will be the younger, newer officers for whom this will be the first time meeting them. Jacob has also, in one go, shown us Greaves’s motivations and given us a clue as to how he may react in the negotiations.” https://forums.starbase118.net/topic/25181-prologue-ltcol-wes-greaves-through-the-lens-of-resolve King Toal’Dius – The Albatross Lhandon Nilsen said: “I love a slow-burn start to a mission. I love that we take the time to build things up, crank up the tension, and set (or in this case, Zet) the stage. Zac sets the stage with his Zet MSNPC so wonderfully here. We get a clear sense of who King Toal’Dius is, what his goals and motivations are, as well as insights into how the Zet view the Federation. We also gain a broader understanding of Zet philosophy. Zac also does an excellent job of reintroducing the Zet, who we haven’t encountered for quite some time in our adventures. Now, tell me—what do you think of King Toal’Dius? Can we trust him” https://forums.starbase118.net/topic/25180-king-toaldius-the-albatross LtCol Wes Greaves – Among the Stars Again Arturo Maxwell simply said: “Absolutely loved this! ” https://forums.starbase118.net/topic/25149-ltcol-wes-greaves-–-among-the-stars-again Ronin They were Ronin down the river with three posts. Tina Turner would be proud Ensign Sybil Nemes – Follow-up exam Alyndra Syrex said: “I really enjoyed reading the characterisation here from Sybil Nemes! The vivid description of her smelling the books ink and comparing it to the refurbished Ronin was really interesting and made her feel really characterised!” https://forums.starbase118.net/topic/25206-ensign-sybil-nemes-follow-up-exam Capt. Karrod Niac – The Real Treasure Toryn Raga said: “Exquisite writing from our beloved Tribble faced Cap’n, @Karrod Niac. The piggybacking of ideas from the glowing earrings, and temporal ghosts of the other teams courtesy of @Alieth @LuxaLorana T’Fearne and Sybil Nemes, being the focal point for the rest of us to play off of just made this mission all the more wonderful. This was one of the most fun missions we’ve had and this XO just has to share the love.” https://forums.starbase118.net/topic/25198-capt-karrod-niac-the-real-treasure JP: Lt JG Vailani Zoyara & Ranjen Gruvush Vane – A Life of Service Karrod Niac said: “While most of the Ronin’s crew has been tossed across the timeline two NPC’s, brilliantly realized by @LuxaLorana & @Marty Tucker, have gone on their own strange and quietly beautiful journey. Arcs like this enrich our narrative so much and the writing is superb. Thanks so much for helping to make this mission another special one for all of us you two!” https://forums.starbase118.net/topic/25164-jp-lt-jg-vailani-zoyara-ranjen-gruvush-vane-a-life-of-service An amazing NINE of the ELEVEN ships and stations in the fleet are represented here for the month of January. We, at the Newsies, want to encourage everyone to continue to show their appreciation for their shipmates. We hope to see ALL ELEVEN ships & stations represented in future months. We’re looking at you, OPS 118 & USS Astraeus. And that’s all, folks, for January! Don’t forget that we are moving from the forums to Discord—more information can be found here: We’re retiring the forums You can now post your appreciation in the discord by going to this channel: https://discord.com/channels/201534052631576579/1337818376218611802 Alright fleet, keep those appreciations coming in! View the full article 1
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