Nestira Aristren

StarBase 118
Nestira Aristren
Position	Strategic Operations
Rank	Lieutenant JG
Species	Rodulan (Attraxan)
Gender	Female
DOB	23034.20
Age	98
Birthplace
Writer ID	J239809TA4

Nestira Aristren is currently serving as Strategic Operations Officer on Starbase 118.

	Background

Childhood and Adolescense

Nestira was born in 2303 and, as the (slightly) younger of twin daughters, grew up in a stable and protected environment. From young age on, Nestira and her sister Elidi displayed above average telepathic abilities, and benefitted greatly from their family's encouragement to develop this gift further. Despite looking identical, Elidi was adventurous and impulsive like her mother, while Nestira seemed to have inherited her father's calm and calculating personality - and of course that caused some friction, but never malevolence, and they often referred to each other as their best friend.

Elidi was killed during an uprising against their Cardassian oppressors, and after a period of being angry at everyone and everything, Nestira felt obligated to experience what her sister had always dreamed of - leaving home and exploring the Galaxy. She left Basul Rodul II in 2361 and spent a decade traveling from one system to the other and quickly learned that her expanded lifespan and the experiences were a valuable resource to younger individuals. When she - largely on a whim - decided to join Starfleet Academy, her telepathy aided her through the entrance exams and interview questions. Her unconventional entry into Starfleet did, however, not mean that she wasn't a dedicated Cadet, interested in learning. As such, she graduated from Starfleet Academy as Counsellor four years later.

Counsellor aboard Starbase 118 Ops

Upon graduating in 2375, Nestira was posted to Starbase 118 Ops where she began working as a Counsellor. Disinterested in career advancement she progressed through the ranks slowly, and when she grew unhappy with staying at one place too long, she took a Leave of Absence during which she resumed traveling. Once she returned, she resumed her position as Counsellor and advisor, specialising in assisted memory recovery - something that helped people, and at the same time advanced her telepathy further. That was until she, in 2391, was sought out by Intel to assist in the recovery of vital information from an individual unwilling to provide it.

Career in Intel

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Return to Starbase 118 Ops

In 2398, Nestira returned to Starbase 118 as Advanced Interrogation Specialist. Having grown dissatisfied with living amongst species who were neither as telepathic nor shared her long lifespan, her aim was be able to return to Basul Rodul - and because the idea of a someone using their abilities to retrieve information didn't sit well with Rodulan society, Nestira quickly voiced the goal of returning to her role as Counsellor. She was given the position of Chief Counsellor in 2399.

	Friends and Colleagues

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  Sa'sara Mayreath was Nestira's partner for a few years, until Nestira broke it off when she no longer wants to pursue a relationship with the woman. Despite their separation, Sa'sara's death impacted Nestira heavily.

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  Nestira enjoys not only Sal Taybrim's leadership, but their shared interest in tea. She hopes to develop a friendship, and to be able to assist him in recovering parts of his damaged telepathy.

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  Alora DeVeau is Ops' First Officer. Nestira does not know her well, but all their interactions have been pleasant thus far.

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  Trovek Arys is Nestira's CMO. While Arys certainly hasn't isn't an easy person, Nestira appreciates her for the support the Bajoran has offered her when returning to the Counselling duty post.

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  Vitor Tito was a colleague when Nestira worked in Intel. He struck her as challenging to work with, but knows that the man has gone through the loss of wife and child, and thus considers his attitude 'forgivable'

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  Nestira only met Egil Renot briefly when they had lunch together. Considering that he is new to Ops, Nestira offered to help him get familiar with his new home.'

	Missions and B-Plots

• Return of Terra Prime

When a 1000 hours mission briefing with Sal Taybrim gets moved up last minute, the crew expects that such urgent news is not good - a suspicion that quickly proves to be correct. A tricobald bomb is found aboard the SS Belladonna, a massive passenger liner. Upon their arrival, Ops' crew begins evacuations but quickly realize that the saboteurs are still on board. Nestira remains at Sal's side throughout the mission and together with Tito uncovers the saboteurs identities.

• Path of the Prophets

Lieutenant Tito informs Nestira that Doctor Trovek's little daughter has been kidnapped. She helps him track her down and pilots the shuttle that brings Tito, Doctor Zumagi, and Ambassador Zorkal to her rescue and informs the Bajoran authorities.

• Terror of Terra Prime

Despite having only recently taken the position as Chief Counsellor, Nestira is approached for an undercover mission on Miranda VII, which she infiltrates as Nyra Altman. When she discovers that their network has been compromised and her reports are not making it back to Ops, she takes matters into her own hand.

	Service Record / Awards & Service Ribbons

Starfleet Service Record Insignia Rank Dates Posting Assignment Lieutenant JG SD 2398 - 2399 Starbase118 Ops Interrogation Specialist Lieutenant JG SD 2399 - present Starbase118 Ops Chief Counsellor Lieutenant JG SD 2400 - present Starbase118 Ops Strategic Operations

Awards and Service Ribbons

Award Name Date/Assignment Citation Russ Bar 239906 Starbase118 Ops Awarded to a writer who possesses an exceptional grasp of Trek mythology. Named after Tim Russ, the actor who portrayed Tuvok on Star Trek: Voyager and was a huge Star Trek fan before landing the part. TOSMA 239906 Starbase118 Ops This award is given to members who show great dedication in their behavior and simming abilities. A candidate for TOSMA regularly contributes good, solid ideas to the plot and character development. They also take the time to edit and proofread their sims to ensure quality in their writing. Prantares Ribbon 239906 Starbase118 Ops Awarded to Medical officers who have moved beyond standard competence to display a true gift for the healing arts in the context of space medicine. Luminary Award 239906 Starbase118 Ops Awarded to members holding the rank of Ensign, Lieutenant Junior Grade, or Lieutenant. Officers qualifying for this award have shown outstanding promise in their future endeavours by displaying their skills in leadership, dependability, and dedication to the community. Xalor Clan Xifilis Award 239906 Starbase118 Ops Awarded to simmers who overcome a disadvantage throughout simming. This award was initially known as the "Rachel Garett Pendant," but was renamed for the 2000 event to commemorate a valued StarBase 118 PBEM RPG simmer who died that year. In each event, this award can be given to all qualifying simmers. Service Ribbon Name Date/Assignment Citation UFP Medal of Freedom 240001.14 Starbase118 Ops Awarded by Commodore Sal Taybrim to the whole crew for diffusing a bomb on a passenger liner heading to Betazed. Starfleet Academy Graduate Ribbon 2375 Starfleet Academy Awarded to those who have graduated from Starfleet Academy.

	StarBase 118 Ops

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