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The '''USS ''Thunderchild'' (NCC-63549)''' is an {{class|Akira}} Federation starship renowned for its tactical prowess and resilience over decades. Named after the fictional HMS ''Thunder Child'' from H.G. Wells’ ''The War of the Worlds'', which heroically engaged Martian forces to protect civilian ships. | |||
'''USS ''Thunderchild'' (NCC-63549)''' is an {{class|Akira}} | |||
Constructed at Utopia Planitia Fleet Yards and commissioned in 2369, the Thunderchild has served Starfleet for over three decades. A full refit between 2397–2398 modernized its tactical systems, sensor arrays, and fighter launch facilities, ensuring the vessel remains among the fleet’s most capable multi-role platforms. | |||
{{ | Now, the ''Thunderchild'' has been reassigned to the Fourth Fleet’s Task Force 72, operating from SB72 in the Alpha Quadrant. Under the command of Captain Rynar Jast, the ship and her seasoned crew, with backgrounds in tactical operations and intelligence analysis, will now be putting those skills to use on the Federation’s diplomatic frontier. Their orders are to maintain stability along the borders, support Federation’s colonies and envoys, and act swiftly when diplomacy falters. | ||
In Task Force 72, the ''Thunderchild'' represents Starfleet’s willingness to pursue peace while being prepared to defend itself and its allies. The ship’s intelligence capabilities and rapid-response assets make it a trusted presence in regions where tension and opportunity coexist. Whether tracking the shadow of a resurgent threat or escorting a delegation into uncertain space, ''Thunderchild'' stands as both shield and spear for the Federation’s ideals. | |||
== Notable Crew == | |||
The ''Thunderchild'' has been led by a series of capable commanding officers, each leaving a distinct mark on its legacy. | |||
=== Commanding Officers=== | |||
*2368–2369: Fleet Admiral Taela Shanthi | |||
*2369–2372: Captain Bem Okala | |||
*2372–2378: Captain Evelyn Hoffman | |||
*2378-2381: Captain Falco Tauvits | |||
*2381–2386: Captain Matsuda | |||
*2386–2391: Captain Thalev zh’Shir | |||
*2391–2397: Captain T’Lara | |||
*[https://bravofleet.com/command/156100/ 2398 - Present] : [[bfms_char:156082/|Captain Rynar Jast]]<!--Do not delete the Notable Crew section. It is used by the Intel Office for command history tracking. Leave at the bottom of the page.--> | |||
== Aegis Squadron == | |||
[[File:Aegis Squad.png|left|thumb|151x151px]]Aegis Squadron is the ''Thunderchild’s'' primary space superiority unit, comprised of twelve Valkyrie-class fighters and one Aspara-class bomber. Upgraded during the ship’s 2397–2398 refit, the squadron was named for the legendary shield of Zeus and Athena, symbolizing their role as both spear and shield for the Akira-Class Heavy Cruiser. | |||
==Timeline of Key Service== | |||
'''2368:''' Construction Began: Construction started at Utopia Planitia Fleet Yards under Fleet Admiral Taela Shanthi. | |||
'''2369:''' Shakedown and Commissioning: The ''Thunderchild'' completed its shakedown cruise under Shanthi and was commissioned under Captain Bem Okala, joining the 20th Fleet at Starbase 364 for patrols in the Shackleton Expanse. | |||
'''2372:''' Change of Command: Captain Evelyn Hoffman assumed command, preparing the ''Thunderchild'' for escalating galactic conflicts. | |||
'''2373:''' Battle of Sector 001: Under Hoffman, the ''Thunderchild'' defended Earth against a Borg cube, sustaining heavy damage but aiding its destruction with the USS Enterprise-E. | |||
Dominion War: The ''Thunderchild'' served as a heavy cruiser in multiple Dominion War engagements, with Doctor Savel managing medical operations under combat conditions. | |||
'''2374:''' USS ''Prometheus'' recapture: The ''Thunderchild'', with two {{class|Defiant}} escorts, engaged Romulan {{class|D'deridex}} warbirds to reclaim the hijacked USS ''Prometheus'', preventing its capture by the Tal Shiar. | |||
'''2376:''' Change of Command and Borg Defense: Captain Falco Tauvits assumed command, leading the ''Thunderchild'' in a task force near a Borg transwarp conduit, one light-year from Earth, to counter potential Borg incursions. | |||
'''2381:''' Change of Command: Captain Matsuda assumed command. | |||
'''2384:''' USS ''Protostar'' Incident: Under Matsuda, the ''Thunderchild'' intercepted the USS ''Protostar'' near Gamma Serpentis. Temporarily compromised by the Protostar’s living construct, causing it to fire on allied vessels, the ship sustained damage before being restored. | |||
'''2391:''' Change of Command: Captain T’Lara assumed command, leading exploratory and defensive missions in the Alpha and Beta Quadrants. | |||
'''2397–2398:''' Major Refit: The ''Thunderchild'' underwent a year-long refit at Utopia Planitia Fleet Yards, enhancing its tactical systems, sensor suites, science labs, and Valkyrie fighter bays. | |||
'''2398:''' Change of Command: Captain Rynar Jast took command, leveraging refit upgrades for high-stakes operations. | |||
'''2401:''' Borg Singularity Crisis: The ''Thunderchild'' confronted a massive Borg Singularity emerging from a spatial anomaly. Briefly compromised by the Borg Queen’s assimilation of USS ''Stargazer'' command codes, it assisted in deflecting a transwarp conduit energy burst. | |||
Frontier Day Incident: During Frontier Day near Sol Station, the ''Thunderchild'' was compromised when younger crew members were assimilated via a Borg interlink signal. It was restored to Starfleet control post-crisis. | |||
'''2402:''' Defense of Bynaus – Nightfall Incursion: Under Captain Rynar Jast, the ''Thunderchild'' led a defensive operation to protect Bynaus from a Vaadwaur assault during the Nightfall Incursion. | |||
Latest revision as of 00:45, 12 October 2025
The USS Thunderchild (NCC-63549) is an Akira-class Federation starship renowned for its tactical prowess and resilience over decades. Named after the fictional HMS Thunder Child from H.G. Wells’ The War of the Worlds, which heroically engaged Martian forces to protect civilian ships.
Constructed at Utopia Planitia Fleet Yards and commissioned in 2369, the Thunderchild has served Starfleet for over three decades. A full refit between 2397–2398 modernized its tactical systems, sensor arrays, and fighter launch facilities, ensuring the vessel remains among the fleet’s most capable multi-role platforms.
Now, the Thunderchild has been reassigned to the Fourth Fleet’s Task Force 72, operating from SB72 in the Alpha Quadrant. Under the command of Captain Rynar Jast, the ship and her seasoned crew, with backgrounds in tactical operations and intelligence analysis, will now be putting those skills to use on the Federation’s diplomatic frontier. Their orders are to maintain stability along the borders, support Federation’s colonies and envoys, and act swiftly when diplomacy falters.
In Task Force 72, the Thunderchild represents Starfleet’s willingness to pursue peace while being prepared to defend itself and its allies. The ship’s intelligence capabilities and rapid-response assets make it a trusted presence in regions where tension and opportunity coexist. Whether tracking the shadow of a resurgent threat or escorting a delegation into uncertain space, Thunderchild stands as both shield and spear for the Federation’s ideals.
Notable Crew
The Thunderchild has been led by a series of capable commanding officers, each leaving a distinct mark on its legacy.
Commanding Officers
- 2368–2369: Fleet Admiral Taela Shanthi
- 2369–2372: Captain Bem Okala
- 2372–2378: Captain Evelyn Hoffman
- 2378-2381: Captain Falco Tauvits
- 2381–2386: Captain Matsuda
- 2386–2391: Captain Thalev zh’Shir
- 2391–2397: Captain T’Lara
- 2398 - Present : Captain Rynar Jast
Aegis Squadron
Timeline of Key Service
2368: Construction Began: Construction started at Utopia Planitia Fleet Yards under Fleet Admiral Taela Shanthi.
2369: Shakedown and Commissioning: The Thunderchild completed its shakedown cruise under Shanthi and was commissioned under Captain Bem Okala, joining the 20th Fleet at Starbase 364 for patrols in the Shackleton Expanse.
2372: Change of Command: Captain Evelyn Hoffman assumed command, preparing the Thunderchild for escalating galactic conflicts.
2373: Battle of Sector 001: Under Hoffman, the Thunderchild defended Earth against a Borg cube, sustaining heavy damage but aiding its destruction with the USS Enterprise-E.
Dominion War: The Thunderchild served as a heavy cruiser in multiple Dominion War engagements, with Doctor Savel managing medical operations under combat conditions.
2374: USS Prometheus recapture: The Thunderchild, with two Defiant-class escorts, engaged Romulan D'deridex-class warbirds to reclaim the hijacked USS Prometheus, preventing its capture by the Tal Shiar.
2376: Change of Command and Borg Defense: Captain Falco Tauvits assumed command, leading the Thunderchild in a task force near a Borg transwarp conduit, one light-year from Earth, to counter potential Borg incursions.
2381: Change of Command: Captain Matsuda assumed command.
2384: USS Protostar Incident: Under Matsuda, the Thunderchild intercepted the USS Protostar near Gamma Serpentis. Temporarily compromised by the Protostar’s living construct, causing it to fire on allied vessels, the ship sustained damage before being restored.
2391: Change of Command: Captain T’Lara assumed command, leading exploratory and defensive missions in the Alpha and Beta Quadrants.
2397–2398: Major Refit: The Thunderchild underwent a year-long refit at Utopia Planitia Fleet Yards, enhancing its tactical systems, sensor suites, science labs, and Valkyrie fighter bays.
2398: Change of Command: Captain Rynar Jast took command, leveraging refit upgrades for high-stakes operations.
2401: Borg Singularity Crisis: The Thunderchild confronted a massive Borg Singularity emerging from a spatial anomaly. Briefly compromised by the Borg Queen’s assimilation of USS Stargazer command codes, it assisted in deflecting a transwarp conduit energy burst.
Frontier Day Incident: During Frontier Day near Sol Station, the Thunderchild was compromised when younger crew members were assimilated via a Borg interlink signal. It was restored to Starfleet control post-crisis.
2402: Defense of Bynaus – Nightfall Incursion: Under Captain Rynar Jast, the Thunderchild led a defensive operation to protect Bynaus from a Vaadwaur assault during the Nightfall Incursion.