YE/L02 - Crew Logs

[Paul]

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[Mika Bowman]

Personal log
Stardate 202501.31

It is almost hard to believe that my time at the Academy is finally over. I have been assigned to the Yeager, and I have many feelings about it. I am glad to be posted to a ship, as the chances of exploring the unknown are greater than with a stationary posting. That being said, the Yeager is somewhat unusual.

From what I have gathered, the Yeager is an outlier among Starfleet ships, not only because of its unique design but also due to rumors concerning Captain Braggins. Some say she is Starfleet’s unofficial pirate, and from my initial meeting, it is conceivable why some might think so. However, I think "rebel" might be a more accurate term.

Whether this is true or not is not my concern. If she is indeed a pirate, I will likely be occupied in the Science Labs and not involved in such matters. Even if there were legal implications, others would handle them.

Regarding the crew, I have not made significant connections outside of my department. Doctor Bremner appeared displeased when I commented on her psychoanalysis during a public gathering. My view is that such things should be done privately. However, my work generally does not involve sentient subjects.

As for my fellow scientists, I have not yet formed a clear opinion on Papaver. She seemed to experience a stress response upon seeing our Chief Engineer. The reasons for this are not my concern unless someone chooses to share them with me.

Regarding my department head, Qi seems personable enough, though he wants me to specialize in a specific scientific field. Despite my upbringing encouraging a well-rounded approach, I assured him that I would make an effort. Time will tell how this develops.

End log.

[Leo Alden]

== Early morning after the Commissioning Ceremony ==

-Begin personal log-
Stardate 2405…Something. It is now 07:30 and my head is still spinning from the flustering ordeal of the commissioning ceremony. Just the thought of it kept me awake for quite awhile last night but at least I made an impression. I can only hope that it was a good one.

Is everyone going to remember me as the nervous wreck? That's brilliant!

Anyway, I am pleased to say that I am officially a member of the crew aboard the U.S.S. Yeager. As awkward, and rather inappropriate, as my first meeting with Captain Braggins was, I can’t help but feel foolish. I stumbled over every nonexistent anxiety hurdle like a toddler learning to walk. I was already late arriving to the ship, only to find I’d missed an open meeting with the other fresh faces. And then I interrupted the Captain on her way to give the commissioning speech and, even after introducing myself, forgot to tell her my name. (Deep sigh.) Not a great start, but certainly memorable, at least for me.”

I must admit the captain was a lot more personable than I expected, was it a one off because I made such a fool of myself? Or is she just that way with everyone? Hoping for the latter, I can see why her current and previous crews respect her and follow her into the more turbulent parts of exploration.

I managed to meet the Chief of Security too, Artemis d'Tor'an. Only briefly, but enough to tell me I think I'll like her. She seems rather no nonsense from what I could tell, very blunt and to the point. At least I won't get anything confused if she’s always that way.

It's going to take some time but I could see myself being an integrated member of the crew, but I need to find the happy medium that the crew sits in. I don't want to be stiff as a board and by the book, but I don't want to be known for being a slap dash half-ass either. ‘Be yourself’ everyone tells you, but I don't know who that is yet.(Stressed Huff) I just hope that I prove my worth to continue being here.

I met a few of the other crew members, again only briefly, but I suppose working in security I'll get to know many names and faces, some more than others. Luckily, the Captain has issued a recall and as of 0800 hours, all staff are to be at their stations. Honestly, I'm glad. I'm happy to dive straight in the deep end and make myself busy. Something about taking care of an ambassador but I'm sure d'Tor'an will tell me more when I start my shift.

Also, I don't know why it keeps popping into my head, but dad wrote in his last message, ‘Trust is earned, loyalty is proven and friendship is built’. I know why he wrote them, he was in my position once, starting out as a middie, but I can't shake the feeling that he was trying to warn me rather than just pass along some words to live by. I must admit, they do sound like an old proverb, probably one he read in an old book somewhere knowing him.  But nonetheless, I can only keep looking forwards and so here begins my journey.
-End Personal Log-

[Mika Bowman]

Personal log
Stardate 202504.03

I’m not sure why I’m being selected for what seems to be a more crucial aspect of our mission. I believe I could be more useful analyzing the data from all the spatial anomalies the Wairara’s system discovers. However, it appears that is not where the Captain wants me or other Midshipmen for their respective departmental duties.

I will have the opportunity to conduct scientific research on these anomalies while being on board the Aeroshuttle. However, it is possible that science may not be prioritized during this mission. My time might primarily be spent ensuring the pilot operates safely. This is something I agree with our diplomatic visitor about, despite my reservations.

Qi believes this will benefit me. Perhaps he is correct. It is possible that my focus on becoming a scientist has prevented me from considering other options. I may have always been destined for this role. I am concerned that I might lose my sense of identity. While I am not entirely comfortable with this situation, I will give it a try and hope to emerge from it relatively unchanged.

End log.