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* '''Stubborn''': Commodore V'Airu described this trait when she presented Nilsen with his second Legion of Merit award: "You also performed the admirable and unusual task of doing so successfully and, to my great relief, living to tell the tale, and for your convictions, your perseverance, and your downright bullheadedness."<ref>Commodore V'Airu & Commander Rouiancet: Passing the Torch, Part 6 - https://groups.google.com/u/1/g/sb118-oumuamua/c/yDk1xW50e3w</ref> | * '''Stubborn''': Commodore V'Airu described this trait when she presented Nilsen with his second Legion of Merit award: "You also performed the admirable and unusual task of doing so successfully and, to my great relief, living to tell the tale, and for your convictions, your perseverance, and your downright bullheadedness."<ref>Commodore V'Airu & Commander Rouiancet: Passing the Torch, Part 6 - https://groups.google.com/u/1/g/sb118-oumuamua/c/yDk1xW50e3w</ref> | ||
* '''21st Century References:''' When explaining details surrounding engines or shuttles, he may rely on references to cars and automobiles from Earth from the late 20th century to the early 21st century. | * '''21st Century References:''' When explaining details surrounding engines or shuttles, he may rely on references to cars and automobiles from Earth from the late 20th century to the early 21st century. | ||
===Telepathic Communication=== | |||
During a mission to Alpha Brenkelvi II, Nilsen facilitated communication between non-corporeal Bajorans and his crew. His consciousness was transferred into Commodore V'Airu's mindscape, where he learned to communicate through images and ideas. Meanwhile, the Bajorans used Nilsen's body to show Commander Lia Rouiancet and Lt. Rivka Brzezinski their people's history. This meant that Nilsen was able to bring justice to this forgotten civilization and let their story be told. The Bajorans gifted Nilsen with minor telepathic abilities. | |||
Nilsen's telepathic abilities (in-character knowledge): | |||
* '''Dependency''': His telepathic abilities are not fully under his control and seem to depend on a number of unknown conditions. He has found that being in the presence of other telepathic beings can enhance his ability to communicate. | |||
* '''Facilitation''': He is able to facilitate communication between peoples more readily, and his abilities seem to tap into his natural proficiency in communication. | |||
* '''Environment''': Nilsen has yet to determine a consistent pattern for what constitutes a favourable environment. | |||
Out-of-character information: | |||
The following points are not known to Nilsen. If you wish to use this in a sim, please contact me first. '''DO NOT USE WITHOUT PERMISSION:''' | |||
* '''Mood''': His abilities are affected by his mental state and mood. If he is scared, his brain will automatically put up mental walls preventing him from using them. This was demonstrated in the search for the USS Unity Dow. | |||
For more details of this mission, see [[The Sandbox of Men (USS Oumuamua)]]. | |||
===Interests & Hobbies=== | |||
[[File:Halloween Avatars Oumuamua 2023 Nilsen.png|thumb|Nilsen keeping fit and enjoying the weather. (OOC: Image used for Halloween Avatar Contest 2023)]] | |||
[[File:Nilsen Triumph Tiger Rally Pro.jpg|thumb|Nilsen's motorbike on the holodeck]] | |||
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!Cooking | |||
|Nilsen is a keen cook and cannot resist any opportunity to cook for himself or his crewmates. He will aim if possible to not use the replicators. | |||
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!Rugby | |||
|Lhandon found an early passion for rugby while at secondary school. | |||
On stardate 239706.25, Nilsen collided with another player and suffered a broken nose. He laughed off this incident and continued playing. Only later seeking medical assistance when forced to by his teammates. | |||
Nilsen proclaims to be the Gault Guardian's biggest fan and possesses an encyclopaedic knowledge of the team | |||
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!Fitness & Combat Sports | |||
|Nilsen has discovered that maintaining a regular fitness routine not only supports his mental health but also brings him joy. He also enjoys the social aspect to the gym and fitness, | |||
In an effort to manage his temper, Nilsen has turned to combat sports. Since 2400, he's been exploring various styles to find one that suits him best. This has led him to finding enjoyment in boxing and wrestling. | |||
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!Motorsport | |||
|Lhandon is a passionate enthusiast of sports cars spanning from the late 20th to the early/mid 21st century. This interest significantly influences the way he perceives and describes starships in flight. For instance, on one occasion, Nilsen compared the USS Centris, a Nova class training vessel, to an MX-5 sports car—a type of ship that, according to him, could perform sideways drifts around an asteroid field simply by kicking the nacelles out. | |||
When he can get onto the holodeck, one of Nilsen's favorite programs revolves around a dramatized version of the Formula 1 championship that is loosely based on the 2020s. If Nilsen forms a strong bond or friendship with someone, he warmly extends an invitation to that person. This program also contains a co-op campaign in which two people may participate as drivers of their preferred team. | |||
He also has a holoprogram which replicator of a Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro and he hopes one day to get his hands on a real one. | |||
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===Key Skills and Competencies=== | ===Key Skills and Competencies=== | ||
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((OOC: Credit to [[User:Erik Johnson]] for helping me to put this together and quantify Nilsen's skills) | ((OOC: Credit to [[User:Erik Johnson]] for helping me to put this together and quantify Nilsen's skills) | ||
==Family== | ==Family== | ||
[[File:Kei'ran and Lhandon.png|thumb|Lhandon and Kei'ran circa 2395|222x222px]] | [[File:Kei'ran and Lhandon.png|thumb|Lhandon and Kei'ran circa 2395|222x222px]] | ||
Nilsen enjoys an overall positive relationship with his family even though he doesn't get to see them often due to his career | Nilsen enjoys an overall positive relationship with his family, even though he doesn't get to see them often due to his career. His environment growing up could be considered somewhat chaotic, with fights breaking out between siblings and then resolving in the blink of an eye. Lhandon is closest to his younger brother Kei'ran; however, as children, the two fought the most. Most of the family live on or near the farm, but Lhandon is the first to leave the planet for such an extended period. His younger brother Madison left Gault and secured a role in law enforcement on Deep Space Nine approximately two years later. Lhandon's younger sister Isabella has expressed an interest in following in Lhandon's footsteps and may be planning to join Starfleet. | ||
Lhandon | Lhandon tries to get a message back home when he can and enjoys the massive data drop he gets when all of the family send their messages in one bulk transmission. His family are proud of him, particularly after he turned his life around after a spate of petty crime. | ||
===Grandparents=== | ===Grandparents=== | ||
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===Upbringing=== | ===Upbringing=== | ||
Nilsen was born and raised on the farming world of Gault. He was part of a large family with six siblings. Nilsen's upbringing, while stable, was chaotic. He would frequently fight with his brother Kei'ran. However, as both siblings entered adulthood, they found they had more in common than they realized. [[File:Lhandon Leaving Home.jpg|thumb|223x223px|Nilsen leaving Gault for Starfleet Academy. Circa 2396]]As Nilsen entered his teenage years, he found that he had a natural talent for operational matters and keeping things organized on the farm. He took on administrative duties, managed logistics, and handled supplies. However, his heart and passion were in flying, and he would take every opportunity to take the family shuttle out on trips, which grew longer and longer. Soon, he developed an independent streak and would often bite off more than he could chew. But as he reached 17, he found that he lacked direction in life and entered a rebellious phase. This lasted throughout his time at Starfleet Academy. | |||
Nilsen was born and raised on the farming world of Gault. He was | |||
As Nilsen entered his teenage years, he found that he had a natural talent for operational matters and keeping things organized on the farm. He took on administrative duties, managed logistics, and handled supplies. However, his heart and passion were in flying, and he would take every opportunity to take the family shuttle out on trips, which grew longer and longer. | |||
Soon he developed an independent streak and would often bite off more than he could chew | |||
Fueled by a desire for excitement and a break from routine, Lhandon and his brother Kei'ran connected over a spate of petty crime, including trespassing, joyriding, theft, and anti-social behavior. On several occasions, he participated in graffiti sprees that left a mark on several public buildings in the local community, with both brothers venturing out under the cover of night. However, he could see that this was a path that was not going to serve him well. This was hammered home by both siblings being caught by their father trespassing on another farm. Their father did more to set him straight than any law enforcement officer. | |||
Nilsen tried to persuade Kei'ran to join Starfleet with him but was not successful | Soon, he needed a way out, and while he loved his home of Gault, he didn't see a future there. There was no space for him; his older brother would take care of the farm, and his other siblings would find their own paths. He learned that some years back, the Rozhenko family's adopted son joined Starfleet, but the details were fuzzy. In many ways, Nilsen saw Starfleet as his ticket off Gault, and he signed up as soon as he turned 18. Nilsen tried to persuade Kei'ran to join Starfleet with him but was not successful | ||
== Cadet: Starfleet Academy, 2396-2400== | == Cadet: Starfleet Academy, 2396-2400== | ||
Nilsen demonstrated natural skills in operations during his time at Starfleet Academy but struggled with academic subjects and attendance. His rebellious phase included a toxic romantic relationship and confrontational behavior. Joining Echo Squad for search and rescue piloting, his rivalry with fellow cadet Blackwood culminated in a crash during a training mission. This incident led to his dismissal from Echo Squad and a shift in career focus to operations and communications. Despite frequent fights, he developed a friendship with medical student Nera Ay and graduated as a qualified HCO officer in 2400. He was posted to the USS Oumuamua, having transformed from a potential helm officer to a versatile operations officer. | |||
=== Academic Performance === | === Academic Performance === | ||