Nice job on the trailer, Eurrsk! I'm happy that I'll be able to attend Sunday's events, though I have to work most of Saturday :(

I see that Klingon Santa made a cameo ;)

2nd Annual White Winter Whirl!
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2nd Annual White Winter Whirl Trailer


Fleet Event: 2nd Annual White Winter Whirl Schedule!

Saturday, January 11th

1:00 PM Opening Ceremonies
(10:00 am PDT. 1:00 pm EST, & 5:00 pm GMT)
Come gather at Q’s Winter Wonderland to listen to our opening address to start off our fun day of winter festivities!!

1:30 PM Snowball Fight
Join us for a jolly good time in an epic snowball fight with other fleeties! Bring your snowballs!

2:00 PM Ice Races/Snowman Overlord
Compete with your fleetmates on a race around the track, or team up together to battle the evil snowman Overlord!!

3:00 PM Gingerbread Town PvE
Join us in 5-man teams to help save the Gingerbread Town from the evil snowman invasion! Watch out for the Yeti!

4:00 PM Foundry Scavenger hunt
(1:00 pm PDT, 4:00 pm EST, 8:00 pm GMT)
Embark on an epic scavenger hunt around the galaxy, and search for hidden clues to get to your next destination. To participate, players must be Federation aligned Level 50, and find the “Stonewall Winter Scavenger Hunt” mission listed on the Foundry, created by our very own @Eurrsk! The first players to reach the finish line and send @Eurrsk the secret coded message at the end of the mission wins a prize!! Starting point will be at our Fleet Starbase! Your first clue will be provided by the Event hosts!

1st Place Prize: [Special Requisition Pack - Voth Heavy Fighter], [Voth Separatist Duty Officer Requisition], Any choice of Consoles
2nd Place Prize: Any choice of [Genetic Resequencers], [Console - Universal - Spatial Charge Launcher], Voth Separatist Duty Officer Requisition]
3rd Place Prize: [Voth Separatist Duty Officer Requisition] Any choice of consoles
Following Participation prizes: [Frigid Lump of Coal]

Big congratutions to!


6:00 PM Carrier Vs. Shuttle PvP
(3:00 pm PDT, 6:00 pm EST, & 10 pm GMT)
Two teams, 1 carrier on each team of shuttles duke it out in an intense Carrier Vs. Shuttle PvP battle! Pew pew pew!

7:30 PM Random Dance Party Awards Ceremony
(4:30 pm PDT, 7:30 pm EST, 11:00 pm GMT)
Gather back at Q’s Winter Wonderland to congratulate our winner of this month’s Random Dance Parties! Fleeties who took part of this event and won for best party-goers had a chance to win 5 million Energy Credits & Full Mirror Universe Ships Pack! The winner will be chosen randomly from a list of all winners of this past month's dance events!

Congratulations to this month's RDP winner!


8:00 PM Dance Party
P-A-R-T-Y! End the day with a fun dance party!
ON MY VOTH SHIP!

Sunday, January 12th

1:00 PM Hide & Seek PvP
(10:00 am PDT & 5:00 pm GMT)
Someone has infiltrated our starbase! Join an entire team of fleeties to search for this hiding (stealthed) infiltrator! Whoever finds and kills the infiltrator first wins the round!! (Winner is based on who receives the kill credit first according to the game announcement ticker. (ie: [System] "Infiltrator was killed by Santa". So Santa wins!) Remember to give the hiders time to find a hiding spot! :3


@Tpox!



2:00 PM Small Craft Races
Join us in a private fleet queue and bring your shuttlecraft for some racing!



3:00 PM Klingon Fleet Marks Event
Qapla! Fellow, warriors! Join us in battle with fellow warriors from the House of Nagh Red for our Klingon Fleet Marks Event!

4:30 PM Holiday Best Costume Contest
Want to show off your “cool” winter attire? Here’s your chance to show us what you’ve got in front of our lovely judges! Compete with your fellow fleetmates and have a chance to win for best Holiday costume! :D We’ll also be looking for best “Santa Outfit” as well! Ho Ho Ho! Join us at Q’s Winter Wonderland!

1st Place: [Fleet Ship Module], choice of any [Genetic Resequencer Trait], and 5 Million EC!
2nd Place: is [Powered Alien artifact], choice of any [Genetic Resequencer Trait], and 3 Million EC!
3rd Place: is [Snowman Pet], choice of any [Genetic Resequencer Trait], and 1 Million EC!

All other participants get a holiday pack of 10 each of all 6!

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6:30 PM Holiday Roleplay Event
Do you like to Roleplay? Come join us with other fleetmates who share the same interests in roleplaying! Watch or participate! All are welcomed!

8:15 PM Closing Ceremonies
Like every good show or party. All good things must come to an end... However, we will continue Trekking on as being one of Star Trek Online's coolest fleets out there! Stay warm! Come gather at Q’s winter Wonderland for our closing ceremony!

8:30 PM Winter Ball
(5:30 pm PDT & 1:30 am GMT)
End our fun weekend of events with music and dancing! Bring a partner or a group of friends! Thank you all for coming! :D

**All times are listed in EST**

Join us for some fun! :D
All the love and hugs,
Eurrsk

Quote by Gravity

*looks at estimated time organising banks*
*looks at percentage of times i organised the banks*
*weeps*

Aww... But all that hard work at the bank is very much appreciated. Here's a *hug*; hope it makes you feel a bit better. :)

*looks at estimated time organising banks*
*looks at percentage of times i organised the banks*
*weeps*

Quote by Chipz416

1. 734 times
2. 122.33 hours
3. Last three columns of the ground gear tab
4. Do not donate, but consider selling the item you have and deposit the ECs
5. In the first three columns of the consumables tab

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A N S W E R S
Question #1:
The Resources department cleaned and organized the fleet banks 734 times in 2013!

Question #2:
The estimated time spent organizing the banks, was 122.33 hours in 2013!

Question #3:
Personal shields and armour are stocked in the ground gear tab of the bank. Mark XII items are placed in the last three columns of that tab, which are reserved for Rear Admiral (upper-half) and Vice Admiral rank donations!

Question #4:
Please do not donate items, if the space allotted for them in the bank is already full. Consider selling those items at a vendor and consider donating that EC return to the fleet bank, if you so choose!

Question #5:
The first three columns of the consumables tab of the fleet bank are used for miscellaneous donations, that don't otherwise fall under any other tabbed category, and aren't forbidden by the "Prime Directive" of fleet bank donations (namely: no common items, no lockboxes, no tribbles, no food!)

1. 734 times
2. 122.33 hours
3. Last three columns of the ground gear tab
4. Do not donate, but consider selling the item you have and deposit the ECs
5. In the first three columns of the consumables tab

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F A C T O I D !

This Factoid is brought to you by the Fleet Resources Department, as part of the on-going, month long, fleet bank donation drive!


Did you know...?

That when the fleet banks become disorganized, either because donations have been placed in the wrong tabs or columns, or because disallowed items have been placed in the banks, members of the fleet resources department remove unwanted gear and re-organize the items in the bank, so that the bank remains intuitive for our members to use, keeping it appearing professional and uncluttered. Members of the department cleaned and re-organized the fleet banks approximately 734 times in 2013, at an average organization time of 10 minutes per cleaning, for a total of 122.33 hours invested in keeping the fleet banks clean throughout 2013, which doesn't include the additional 104 times that the bank was re-stocked throughout the year.


How can you help?

Be sure to know what tabs and columns to place your fleet bank donations in, so as to prevent the bank from becoming disorganized and cluttered. Also, be sure to know what gear is allowed and which gear is disallowed from being donated to the bank!

G I V E · A W A Y !

member(sorry Fleet Captains and Admirals, you're excluded from this give-away!)1,000 in-game Zen

Questions:

1. How many times did the resources department clean and organize the fleet banks in 2013?
2. Approximately, how much time did the department invest in keeping the fleet banks clean, throughout 2013?
3. In which bank tab and column(s), could I place my donation of a very rare, Mark XII personal shield (ground)
4. Where would I place a Captain ranked ground weapon that I wanted to donate to the fleet bank, if the space allotted for Captain ranked ground weapons was already full?
5. Where in the fleet bank could I place any other donation (such as a duty officer pack), which doesn't fall under any of the tabbed categories, and which isn't a disallowed item for donation as per the "Prime Directive" (no common items, no tribbles, no food, no lockboxes)?

Hint!: The answers to all the aforementioned questions are contained in this factoid post, and/or in the fleet bank tutorial video, linked in the first post of this thread.

Fascinating.

Ahahahaha, tan 2000 was my favorite part :p

They've released a new trailer with some of the villians and catch phrases.

I try to stick with themes for each ship (and I have a few so bare with me)

Breen Chel Grett
Amelia Pond
Breen Plesh Brek
Martha Jones
-My two favourite companions

Elachi S'Golth
Delta - Just because of its shape
Elachi Monbosh
H.M.S Ark Royal (She's British and she's a carrier)

Tholian Orb Weaver
Garnet - Sticking with the crystal theme I chose my birth stone.
Tholian Recluse
Sicarius - Sticking with the arachnid theme

Risian Corvette
Prince George (It was about the right time)

Obelisk Carrier
Monumental - Seemed to fit with the Obelisk theme

Andorian Khyzon
I.G.V. Shran - I need to be a bit more imaginative here.

Long Range Science Vessel Retrofit
U.S.S. Andromeda - Gene Rodenberry's other great show and a hint towards how long range she is.
Fleet Tactical Escort Retrofit
U.S.S. Audacious - Goes along the Defiant/Valiant line.
Light Cruiser
U.S.S. Liberty - The game picked this name way back at launch. My subsequent vessels whilst leveling shared the name.
Blockade Runner Escort Retrofit
U.S.S. Mallard - Fit with the steam motif.
Fleet Chimera Heavy Destroyer
U.S.S. Manchester - Named after where I live.
Fleet Science Vessel Retrofit
U.S.S. Manhattan - She's a Rhode Island variant so I stuck with the New England theme.
Support Cruiser Retrofit
U.S.S. Emissary - Means the same as Ambassador, the first of the line.
Fleet Advanced Research Vessel Retrofit
U.S.S. Mercy - She's outfit with a few heals and being a Nebula class there isn't really a theme to stick to.
Fleet Assault Cruiser Retrofit
U.S.S. Midway - Named after the naval battle.
Odyssey Science Cruiser
U.S.S. Odyssey - Kind of like the Excelsior, she was handed over to my captain after shakedown. As such she is first of her line.
Multi-Mission Reconnaissance Explorer
U.S.S. Orcus - Roman God of the underworld (Vesta was another Roman God).
Fleet Battle Cruiser
U.S.S. Pioneer - First of her kind for Starfleet.
Fleet Reconnaissance Science Vessel
U.S.S. Scarlett - Named after former chief of MI6 John Scarlett


Sorry for the never ending list!

I am going to guess that Johnny Gage was on Emergency? (I think that was the name)

Hey Dax,
I wanted to start by saying thank you for inviting us into this world you’ve created. I feel very privileged that you’ve shared your creation with us. As a newer member of the fleet I thought I was in a useful position to provide feedback. I’m new enough to not have fallen sway to what I’m sure are your copious charms so that you can trust my comments are not the gushing ego stroking of an inauthentic sycophant and, since I am so new, if you hate what I have to say you can temporarily redirect your writing talents to penning a dissertation on why I should be exiled from the fleet. Either way you’re covered. While I know the road to hell can often be paved with good intentions, I hope you will find my well meaning comments useful rather than seeing them as the overly critical ravings of a mad man on the internet. (Feedback is a two way street, so feel free to offer suggestions or criticisms about how I might be more useful to you.)

My overall impression is that there is really a lot of interesting things going on. I especially enjoy the psychological issues you play with throughout your story. The battle with Braydon of Borg on stardate 86921.17 was reminiscent of, but also a unique take on, Acting Captain Riker’s challenge facing Locutus in the Best of Both Worlds. As those are my favorite episodes of all time, for precisely the themes you are working with, I hope you will take that as the highest possible praise I know how to give.

You raise several very interesting issues on Stardate 84780.83. The first is the confrontation between Braydon, Michael and Captain Ramosa. I feel like this section is just a bit out of character for Michael. From what we know of Starfleet regulations, the counselor has the same level of authority as the chief medical officer when it comes to the mental health of the crew, that is, they supersede the captain’s. I would have expected that Michael would rely on his authority not only because it would be consistent with what we know of Starfleet regulations, but also because on stardate 86921.17 we see Michael default to his position of authority as a Borg expert to cow Captain Cruz so it would be internally consistent with the narrative and character as well.

The second issue you raise is Michael’s series of thoughts on the way to sickbay. As a victim of a violent act it is sadly unsurprising that he would have these victim blaming thoughts, “what did I do wrong”, “did I deserve it” and so on. However, Michael is also trained as a psychologist, so on an intellectual level he should be aware that these thoughts are inappropriate and potentially harmful. I would have absolutely loved to see you explore the inner conflict there, would the inner therapist win out, or would those tactics seem hollow, how would he grow professionally from this experience? Though I recognize that this is your work and not a choose your own adventure specifically tailored to me, I still would be eager to see that section expanded on, even if it were just in a conversation here on the forum.

While on the subject of Michael’s character, I really would have enjoyed seeing you expand on his issue remembering people’s names. That seems like a uniquely challenging issue for a therapist, let alone a therapist turned captain. It seems to be introduced only to be left by the way side. For instance, he has trouble remembering the names of junior officers that serve as his bridge crew, but he knows the names of the captains of the Crazystone and Denver? I also struggled with it a bit in light of the fact he seems to form such close, even intimate, attachments with senior staff.

The final thing I would like to note is that Michael has a very informal relationship with the captain. This may be something you’ve already covered as you’ve continued to write so it may be nothing, but if you haven’t I think it might be worth exploring how they became so close.

Well, that’s it. I don’t want to overwhelm you with comments, but I did want to demonstrate respect for your efforts by giving them the time and thought they deserve. I hope you found my thoughts useful, but I am aware that I am giving free advice, which is all too often worth what you paid for it. Keep up the good work, and I look forward to reading and discussing anything else you might wish to share.

Casseus

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Quote by Parker

Quote by Voleron

1. What is the Golden Rule of fleet bank use?
2. When giving to the bank, what Mark numbered items are NOT permitted?
3. What is the procedure for obtaining an energy credit loan from the fleet bank?
4. How many times did the resources department re-stock the fleet banks in 2013?
5. How can you help the fleet bank efforts?

1. Don't withdraw items form the fleet bank and sell them for cash (as a backup; no food tribbles common items or lockboxes)
2. Odd numbered ones (I, III, V, VII, or IX), excluding Mk XI which are ok
3. The fleet does not loan EC as it is possible it would never come back tot he fleet
4. 104 restocks were provided by the Resources dept members
5. Follow the guidebook at all times and donate as much as possible.

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Question #1:
The Golden Rule of Fleet Bank use is: don't remove items from the bank with the intent of selling them at a vendor for a personal energy credit gain. This rule is different from the Prime Directive, which was quoted in some of the other answers ;)

Question #2:
We don't stock odd numbered Mark items in the bank, as it's sub-quality gear, with the exception of Mark XI.

Question #3:
We don't provide personal energy credit loans from the bank.

Question #4:
The resources department re-stocked the fleet banks 104 times in 2013, at a total estimated cost of 104,000,000 energy credits.

Question #5:
Follow the bank rules, ensure that items from the bank are used for their intended purpose, and donate quality items to the bank!

Quote by Parker

Quote by Voleron

1. What is the Golden Rule of fleet bank use?
2. When giving to the bank, what Mark numbered items are NOT permitted?
3. What is the procedure for obtaining an energy credit loan from the fleet bank?
4. How many times did the resources department re-stock the fleet banks in 2013?
5. How can you help the fleet bank efforts?

1. Don't withdraw items form the fleet bank and sell them for cash (as a backup; no food tribbles common items or lockboxes)
2. Odd numbered ones (I, III, V, VII, or IX), excluding Mk XI which are ok
3. The fleet does not loan EC as it is possible it would never come back tot he fleet
4. 104 restocks were provided by the Resources dept members
5. Follow the guidebook at all times and donate as much as possible.

SOOO close! Every one of the answers provided so far, contains ONE mistake.. (may be different for each person who submitted). You can correct and re-submit if need be!

EDIT: Two mistakes in one of the submissions so far ;)

Questions:

1. What is the Golden Rule of fleet bank use?
2. When giving to the bank, what Mark numbered items are NOT permitted?
3. What is the procedure for obtaining an energy credit loan from the
   fleet bank?
4. How many times did the resources department re-stock the fleet banks in 2013?
5. How can you help the fleet bank efforts?

1) No food, tribbles, common items, or lockboxes
2) Odd numbered ones (I, III, V, VII, or IX), excluding Mk XI which are ok
3) There is no established procedure for obtaining a loan
4) Zero
5) Follow the rules, and donate what you can

Quote by Voleron

1. What is the Golden Rule of fleet bank use?
2. When giving to the bank, what Mark numbered items are NOT permitted?
3. What is the procedure for obtaining an energy credit loan from the fleet bank?
4. How many times did the resources department re-stock the fleet banks in 2013?
5. How can you help the fleet bank efforts?

1. Don't withdraw items form the fleet bank and sell them for cash (as a backup; no food tribbles common items or lockboxes)
2. MK I or MK II
3. The fleet does not loan EC as it is possible it would never come back tot he fleet
4. 104 restocks were provided by the Resources dept members
5. Follow the guidebook at all times and donate as much as possible.

1. Items not to be used for EC gain
2. I-II
3. There is no standard loan procedure :)
4. 104
5. Stocking up with quality goods/EC when it's low

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F A C T O I D !

This Factoid is brought to you by the Fleet Resources Department, as part of the on-going, month long, fleet bank donation drive!


Did you know...?

That when the fleet banks become empty due to a lack of donations, they're re-stocked with items from the exchange and/or the personal loot of resources department members? In 2013, the department re-stocked the Fleet banks a total of 104 times, at an average cost of 1,000,000 energy credits PER re-stock, for a total conservative re-stock cost estimate of 104,000,000 EC.

Where does this money come from? Some of it is generated in our Forum Signature Shop, the proceeds of which are funneled into re-stock efforts, while the rest often comes from the personal inventories of our department members.


How can you help?

Be sure to follow the fleet bank rules, to ensure that the items in the fleet bank are being used appropriately, and also be sure to give generously of some of your quality loot to your local banks!

G I V E · A W A Y !

Questions:

1. What is the Golden Rule of fleet bank use?
2. When giving to the bank, what Mark numbered items are NOT permitted?
3. What is the procedure for obtaining an energy credit loan from the
   fleet bank?
4. How many times did the resources department re-stock the fleet banks in 2013?
5. How can you help the fleet bank efforts?

Hint!: The answers to all the aforementioned questions are contained in this factoid post, and/or in the fleet bank tutorial video, linked in the first post of this thread.