Commander Taybrim - What's In The Box? (Tags: ALL)

[Jamie LeBlanc]

(OOC - as always only PCs are touched upon for awards and promotions ceremonies. pNPCs may be touched upon later. Also, if you name was not called in this post, do not despair. Sal will be touching base with other characters afterwards in character to discuss opportunities for them!)



((Theo's Apartment - New York District - StarBase 118))
(Time Index: Sometime after the introductions and before the fire dancing)

::::The conversations had settled down into comfortable circles, as friends old and new circled and flowed from topic to topic and group to group. Everyone had already had the chance to get a drink, something to eat and have time to at least say hello to everyone. It was a good time for Sal to call everyone's attention and do a few announcements.

He took one of the clean forms from the table and tapped on his glass, and old human tradition that it appeared several of the crew knew. The bright ringing of a selective chorus of tappers rang out for a few seconds before Sal held up a hand for all to settle down::

Taybrim: Hello everyone! Theo was kind enough not only to plan this marvelous party, but to allow me the pleasure of saying a few words to you all. And for that I would like to heartily thank him. ::Dark eyes twinkled:: I promised I would not call Theo up here tonight to make a speech, but... I do have a housewarming present for you as a heartfelt thank you for planning this wonderful get together. ::He dipped into the rosewood box and pulled out a tiny case:: Before I joined Starfleet I worked computer programming in the civilian sector, and had access to a lot of intriguing databases. One of them was the Federation holography collection. This is just a sample of a few of their best files, but if you ever want a contact let me know. ::He winked, his eyes twinkled as he offered the little case towards Theo:: Thank you once again, You did an excellent job during the convention.

Whittaker: ?

Taybrim: ::Looking towards the assembled:: As is customary, I would like to offer warm welcomes to the crew who newly joined us. Lieutenants Mirra Ezo in medical and Antero Flynn at helm traveled to Ops by way of the USS Apollo. Some of you might even know them from their former posting on the USS Columbia. Warmest welcome to you both!

::This speech was suddenly going to seem like a long strong of coincidences. Sal first served on Columbia - knowing Tatash as an Ensign. He trained Whittaker at the academy, who was posted to the Columbia while Sal was on Ops. Flynn and Ezo were posted to the academy and then the Apollo. Zinna and Liani had also served on the Apollo in times past. It felt like they were all moving around the same little family, finally roosting on Ops.::

Flynn/Ezo: ?

Taybrim: We also welcome Doctor Liani to Ops. Furthermore, Doctor, upon recommendation from Admiral Jaxx, I am herby restoring you to the rank of Lieutenant JG with all privileges therein. ::He dipped in his case and pulled out a rosewood box, offering it over.:: Your work with our unusual tribble situation was exemplary, doctor. Thank you so much.

Liani: ?

Taybrim: And, I'm not done yet. Upon recommendation from your former commanding officers, I am making the follow department advances. Mr. Flynn, you will serve as Ops CAG officer, directly under Lt Commander Falcon. Doctor Ezo, upon high recommendation from Commander Brek and Lt Commander MacLaren, you will serve as Ops' assistant chief medical officer, reporting to me and Major Dal. And Doctor Liani, upon high recommendation from your former chief medical Doctor Foster, you will serve as Ops Chief Surgeon, Again reporting to myself and Major Dal.

::It would be a curious balancing act - but it would serve both doctors well. Mirra would oversee the main sickbay, crew physicals, administration and emergency care. Liani would oversee the specialty surgery departments, medical sciences and research. It would also make her Dr. Jos' boss which Sal had a sneaking suspicion would make for a highly amusing conversation at some point::

Taybrim: You have all proved yourself on former vessels and shown your competence and excellence in just the short time you have been here. I am most happy to have you all on board.

Liani/Flynn/Ezo: ?

::He smiled at the gathered crowd, holding a hand up::

Taybrim: I'm not done yet, though I promise to make it quick as possible. ::Dark eyes twinkled:: Lieutenant Vondaryan, you're up next! ::a grin:: Trellis Vondaryan, you have been an instrumental officer on Ops since you arrived, and you have proven your resourcefulness, focus and professionalism many times over. ::He dipped into his case once again and present trellis with a rosewood box:: I hereby grant you the rank of full Lieutenant, and the position of chief Intel liason. You will have the important job off being the bridge between our crew and staff and the Black Tower that resides with us. And I can not think of a better officer to take on that mantle.

Vondaryan: ?

Taybrim: Congratulations, Lieutenant. ::He smiled easily, before he turned his attention back to the gathered:: Ensign Andersen, will you please join me? ::He waited, watching her and her son. This was good timing, Tyr would be witness to his mother's promotion and praise, and Sal could not be happier.:: Freya Andersen, you have done an incredible job in the security department, and your work on this past investigation was skilled and timely. I am most happy to grant you the rank of Lieutenant JG, and the position of Assistant chief of security. You will work alongside Lieutenant Stevens, and report directly to Marine Captain Tatash. ::He offered her a rosewood box and a generous smile::

Andersen: ?

Taybrim: Congratulations, Lieutenant! ::Looking up again:: And speaking of... Captain Tatash, please join me. ::he waited for the Gorn to move forward:: Your work with the marine corps and out station has been integral to our success. And it gives me great pleasure to grant you the rank of Major and the position of Marine Lead. ::his tone was deeply earnest. He knew how far Tatash had come from being an Ensign with incredible potential to a polished officer.::

Tatash: ?

Taybrim: I want to thank you all, so much, for all the hard work you have been putting in to your duties here on Ops. And for everyone that I did not call up, I will be touching base with you in the upcoming days - and hopefully making some more moves to recognize everyone's service and support. But, I won't take up any more time - on with the party!

Anyone: ?

::He stepped away from the center of the room, closing his case with a smile. It was always a good day when he could share promotions with his fellow crew. As he moved back into the crowd he caught the gaze of Mirra Ezo - the one new officer he had not had a chance to formally welcome::

Taybrim: Doctor Ezo? ::He smiled readily, a welcoming expression.::

Ezo: ?

Taybrim: I wanted to say hello and personally welcome you to Ops. I fear that was overlooked in the tribble madness.

Ezo:

Taybrim: Ah, you see, I served on the Columbia before I came to Ops and knew Brek very well. Even as he travels across the stars, it was not very hard to cajole him into telling me all about you. I'm very glad you are with us.

Ezo: ?

Taybrim: Are you settling in well?

Ezo: ?

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tags/tbc!
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Commander Sal Taybrim
Commanding officer
StarBase 118 ops

"Why do we fly? Because we have dreamt of it for so long that we must"

~Julian Beck
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