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» The Wheel Keeps on Turning - 2024 In Review

Posted on Wed Jan 8th, 2025 @ 1:25am by Captain Marc Kidd in General News

The band Journey said it best when they said that the wheel in the sky keeps on turning. One year ends and another one begins. I am amazed by the community we are building around the USS Artemis. Who knew that a crazy idea like what if law and order met Star Trek would take off like this. I can genuinely say that I count each and every one of you among my closest friends. Now I need to win some money somewhere so I can come visit you all. But that is another story.

I am constantly amazed by the talent and original thinking displayed by each of you. This year saw the crew of the Artemis track down a genocidal maniac and bring him. Now, the legal fun begins and with any luck he will find himself a guest of Captan Shingoen. We had our annual Secret Santa and bathed in the spirit of the season. Here is to making sure that 2025 is better than 2024.

So without any gilding the lily and no further ado I give you the one, the only, awards... taps mic... Is thing on?

Cassandra Frost - Captain's Personal Merit -"Something that is rarely seen in Trek is the reluctant hero, or the antihero. Frost represents the reluctant hero. A disgraced officer earning their way back into the light as it were. In doing so we learn more than we think about this person and about those around her. Brillant writing and emotions come through whenever this character is un a post. Thank you for being a great part of this community. Keep up the great work."
-Captain Marc Kidd-

Lieutenant Christopher Blake - Executive Officer's Merit Award -"Since coming on board as 2XO they have injected some much needed energy into the command team. They've not missed a step and have been active in both decisions affecting the the game out of character and moving things along in character. Going forward I think they will be a great player and writer for many years to come with us here. Very happy to have them with us."
-Commander Marike Tao-

Lieutenant Sorine Kaida - Second Officer's Award of Merit -"Kaida is great to write with. As cliche as it sounds, she often goes by the adage of "Yes and..." Allowing everyone involved to build on and contribute different ideas."
-Lieutenant Christopher Blake-

Lieutenant Sarah Graesyn - Crew's Choice Award -"I would like to nominate Sarah Graesyn for saying yes and... They were more than willing to go along with T'Arel's eccentricates."
-Lieutenant Yvette Bouvoir-

Lieutenant Sarah Graesyn - Service Citation Six Months -"Six months down and a lifetime to go. Thank you for being an intrical part of this community. Here is to many many more years to come."
-Captain Marc Kidd-

Lieutenant Siadra Molaur - Service Citation One Year -"One year on this ship makes you part of the furniture. Here is to many many more years to come."
-Captain Marc Kidd-

Lieutenant Siadra Molaur - Service Citation 2+ Years -"Two years on the Artemis and we name a cell in the prison wing after you as you must be insane. LOL... Thank you for being a great part of this community. Here is to many many more years to come."
-Captain Marc Kidd-

Lieutenant Junior Grade Lwaxana Myles - Service Citation 2+ Years -It is said part of the ship, part of the crew. Myles left the sim for a time and has since rejoined us. However, that does mean he has not been part of this crazy community of ours. They first boarded the Artemis two years ago. Thank you for being a part of this community and here is to many many more years to come."
-Captain Marc Kidd-

Lieutenant T'Arel Madison - Non Player Character Award -"Beautifully crafted character and excellent writing with great attention to detail, even for being an NPC."
-Lieutenant Sarah Graesyn-

Lieutenant Vincent Zandrell - Library Excellence Ribbon -"Picking up a post where Zandrell leaves off is always such a pleasure. It is easy to see where things are going and how to get there. Zandrell finds a happy medium between giving others the spotlight and taking just a little for themselves. I am looking forward to seeing where this character goes in the future. Keep up the great work."
-Captain Marc Kidd-

Lieutenant Sorine Kaida - Creativity Award -"Kaida approached us with an interesting idea for a side mission during the main one. That was to rescue a Tear of the Prophets. Truly a great idea for a Bajoran character. But, not only did this idea create an interesting facet to her character but it has generated a number of story ideas for the sim in general. This is the thing that this award was created for. People who are able to helm brainstorm ideas to keep the story interesting and fun to write. Thank you for all that you do on this sim."
-Captain Marc Kidd-

Commander Mariko Tao - Zefram Cochrane Medal of Exploration -"I am using the battle scene fascet of this award for Mariko Tao. The XO led a team onto a Cardassian station and it was during this mission that they were able to deescalate the tension from combat to not only get safely off the station but acquire the target that they went there for as well. Truly well thought out and intense writing."
-Captain Marc Kidd-

Lieutenant Christopher Blake - Bronze Star -"Blake not only makes their flying descriptive and interesting to read. But they make their character one that you want to follow, you want to see what happens to them. Above that they are engaged in the community that is the Artemis recently stepping into the 2XO shoes. I can think of no one better suited for this award."
-Captain Marc Kidd-

Commander Mariko Tao - Ribbon of Committment -"I ask a lot of my XOs and Mariko excels at everything they are asked to do. From keeping a plot going to making sure everyone stays engaged to listening to my venting when things get a bit too much. I have come to not only rely on them "in game" but to rely on them in real life as well. As it has been said thank you for being a friend."
-Captain Marc Kidd-

Lieutenant Sarah Graesyn - Outstanding Character Award -"Sarah Graesyn has only been with us for a short time. But, in that time they have become indespensible. From making sure the ship does not fly apart to instigating a shooting match with Cardassians. I never know what to expect from our engineer. Graesyn is an interesting and complex character that I look forward to reading about. I cannot wait to see what is in store for Graesyn and what is in store for the Artemis with Graesyn in the engine room."
-Captain Marc Kidd-

Commander Mariko Tao - Outstanding Assistant Department Head Award -"It's not always easy to be on a sim for a while and then step into the XO position. Andrew moved seamlessly from CMO to XO. He has also been supportive of the new CMO, which is greatly appreciated."
-Captain Marc Kidd-

Lieutenant Maya Canak - Outstanding Department Head Award -"Our good doctor has taken to their job as medical examiner like a duck takes to water. If you know her in real life you know why that analogy is so fitting. They have found interesting ways to not only evaluate the medical status of the crew, but to examine our perpatrators as well. The posts are interesting and filled with real world medical facts. It is the commitment to their department and the realism of the sim that embodies this award. Keep up the great work."
-Captain Marc Kidd-

Lieutenant Sorine Kaida - Character of the Year -"I asked Sorine to join the Artemis because I needed a Bajoran lol. Well not only did I get one, but I got a great one. The character is as complex as any we have seen. The way they balance their complexities of Bajoran culture with that of living on a starship is nothing short of amazing. Sorine Kaida exemplifies everything that is the Artemis sim. Thank you for your talent and your friendship in this community of ours."
-Captain Marc Kidd-

All Rise,
Captain Marc Kidd
Commanding Officer, USS Artemis
Starfleet Criminal Investigations Unit

» Case Closed - The Hunt Begins Wrap Up - Episode 1

Posted on Fri Mar 31st, 2023 @ 3:39am by Captain Marc Kidd in General News

Well my friends that is the first mission in the bag as it were. A good crew came aboard and began to bond. It takes time for a crew to bond into a family and only time will tell if that can happen with our dysfunctional family. After all we come complete with a grumpy Aunt Miller. ;-)

Our ragtag group of scientists and investigators were tested by the Breen and we have come through that stronger than when we went in. Not only that but we assisted in saving a Federation station from being overrun by the Breen. I would say that is not bad for a group of brainiacs. lol

Suffice to say that you are all great writers and if this first mission is any indication we are on the road to do great things.

So without any gilding the lily and no further ado I give you the one, the only, awards... taps mic... Is thing on?

Lieutenant Commander Kelly Miller - Captain's Personal Merit -"During this first mission of ours Kelly really went for it with the character development. Through the character's posts we can see someone really wrestling with issues from the past and present. Someone who now has to deal with the scum of the Federation while healing. Really great writing, and a great beginning to what seems to be a phenomenal character driven story arch. This is exactly the kind of storytelling we want on the Artemis. Brava!!!"
-Captain Marc Kidd-

Lieutenant Sorine Kaida - Crew's Choice Award -"I really like how she’s played; a great contrast to the interesting collection of characters we have (especially a certain awful JAG) and she’s kinda hot, ngl."
-Lieutenant Commander Kelly Miller-

Lieutenant Christopher Blake - Library Excellence Ribbon -"When I read posts that Blake has written or joint posts that they have participated in they flow as if a novel. There is no seams when they pass the writing off to another and not only is the story interesting, but I find myself wanting more. Really wonderful writing. Keep up the great work!"
-Captain Marc Kidd-

Lieutenant Siadra Molaur - Professional Merit Award -"I feel like we have only scraped the tip of the iceberg with Siadra. However, I am already in love with the character. All of the at times befuddling professor types mulling about in the Science Officer's head is a real treat to read. Writing posts with them are always interesting, funny, and a pleasure."
-Captain Marc Kidd-

Commander Abernathy Rice - Service Citation 2+ Years -"At this point making it two years on this ship is quite the long stretch lol. I know that this ship would not be where it is today without my friend Abe. He is Number One in every sense of the word. Thank you for keeping me on the right path and here is to many many more."
-Captain Marc Kidd-

I see this as a great start to the wonderful stories that we can tell on this sim. Thank you all for being a part of this community.

For Now
All Rise,
Captain Marc Kidd
Commanding Officer, USS Artemis
Starfleet Criminal Investigations Unit

» One File Closed and Another Opens - End of Year 2022

Posted on Tue Jan 3rd, 2023 @ 4:37am by Captain Marc Kidd in General News

Well here we are and we made it through, 2022 comes to close. Another year over and a new one begins. As always lets hope that the next one is better than the last. As I look back at the last year I see a world coming out of the darkness that was quarantine. I see relationships born and reborn. I credit this community to helping us get through these doldrums. Your creative stories have always kept my mind looking to a better tomorrow.

As the year comes to close we look at the great things that we have all accomplished. I am blessed to have a baby on the way. I know that the rest of our community is doing great as the world gets back together. As for myself this year started out difficult and finishes with greatness. It is my greatest hope that 2023 is better than the last year. The we continue to grow and learn.

So that is enough of the misty eyed adoration. Suffice to say 2022 had its ups and its downs. But the Artemis is always one of the ups...

So without any gilding the lily and no further ado I would like to present a few end of year/beginning of year awards.

Lieutenant Viessa Kenobi - Captain's Personal Merit Award -"Viessa has been an asset to me since the reformatting of this sim. They are always open to any post that anyone would like. Add to that their ability to step up and fill an open position with an NPC for the sake of the mission. Thank you for all that you do and keep up the great work."
-Captain Marc Kidd-

Lieutenant Faith Benson - Executive Officer's Merit Award -"I have truly enjoyed seeing Faith grow into their role, and develop their character. I am impressed with their ability to roll with the punches and weave Faith into what is needed. They are active in discord and involved in our larger community. Their writing is easy to follow and a joy to read. Thank you for all you bring to the community and the Artemis."
-Commander Abernathy Rice-

Ensign Nala Rider - DeForest Kelly Humor Award -"Since the Ensign has joined the ship there has never been a dull moment. Their posts have the unique distinction of being both serious and full of humor at the same time. From falling off of an obstacle on the holodeck to missing part of their console on the bridge their light-heartedness fills the sim with some levity that it often needs. Thank you for making us all smile."
-Captain Marc Kidd-

This sim was on the verge of being shut down due to lack of interest. However, with your help it has been reborn and is steamrolling into the next year. I await with baited breath to see the cases that we will handle in the next year. Thank you for your creativity and your friendship. But most of all thank you for being a part of this great community.

For Now
All Rise,
Captain Marc Kidd
Commanding Officer, USS Artemis

» Welcome to the Case Files of the Starfleet Criminal Investigations Unit

Posted on Thu Jul 7th, 2022 @ 9:14am by Captain Marc Kidd in General News

Greetings Everyone...

Just wanted to say welcome aboard the USS Artemis NCC-80103 and to the Starfleet Criminal Investigations Unit. The first mission is open for posting. This mission is for the crew to gather and get to know each other as well as what this sim will be about. It will be a nice lead in for our second mission.

Start posting away, I am always available for joint posts. Just a couple of things about posting. First dates... You should be arriving at Poseidon Station on MD001 which is July 7 2397. Remember the date for your own character timelines, but please put MDXXX and the time of your post in the timeline section. For the location box please put in the following format, room where post is occurring, deck, and location. If the deck is not applicable then skip it. For example: Captain's Ready Room - Deck 1 - USS Artemis or Forensic Lab - Andorra. Any back post that you may want to do such as character backstory before arriving at the station. Put the date that the post is occurring in the timeline box. Both Admiral Ford and Captain Kidd will be on the Artemis and the station as of MD001, although the Admiral will not be launching with the ship. You do not have to arrive on MD001, you can arrive whenever you want your character to.

Second, ending your posts. In the ooc section of the Wiki you will find a signature page. Please copy and paste the html code for your signature and place it at the bottom of your post. This is especially important on joint posts as it tells the other writers that you are done with the post and ready to send it up.

Take a look around the site, it is expanding every day. Thank you for joining the sim and I look forward to writing with you all.

In the Federation any crime is considered especially heinous. In Starfleet the dedicated personnel who investigate the most vicious felonies are members of an elite crew known as the Criminal Investigations Unit. THESE ARE THEIR STORIES…

For Now,
Steady As She Goes,
Captain Marc Kidd
Commanding Officer, USS Artemis NCC-80103
Starfleet Criminal Investigations Unit

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