Karynn Ehlanii Brice

Commander
Karynn Ehlanii Brice

Chief Counselor
USS Columbia

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Cmdr. Karynn Ehlanii Brice is currently the Chief Counselor on the USS Columbia.

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Full Name: Karynn Ehlanii Brice
Race: Haliian
Date of Birth: 235704.08
Place of Birth: Larysta, Halii
Age: 44
Gender: Female
Telepathic/Empathic status: E3 (See T/E Rating System). Karynn is touch-empathic, and therefore tends to not make physical contact with other people before notifying them of this status. She sees doing so as being an invasion of their privacy. While she has taught herself to shake hands when meeting someone new, and in the past has done so, more recently she often simply nods her head in greeting (or see note below). When she does shake hands, she generally attempts to block out the other person's emotions for this brief period of time. Her sense is strongest with skin-to-skin contact and is dulled as more layers of fabric or other material are in between contact. Her empathic/telepathic abilities are modified through the use of the canar.
- Of note, she has a pair of leather gloves her husband Ethan Brice gave her for their third anniversary that she frequently wears to dampen the effects of her touch empathy when shaking hands.

Appearance

Height: 5'4"
Weight: 125 lbs.
Hair Color: Dark Brown
Length of Hair: Shoulder-length, often with gentle curls
Eye Color: Green with brown flecks
Skin Tone: Tanned
Scars:
- 5", barely visible scar running down middle of her back from surgery as infant to remove cancerous tumor
- 1/2" scar on right knee - fell off play equipment while playing with sister at age 7.
- Thin scar running across the palm of her right hand (from a fight with Jaryl. "A run-in with a vase. I used to let my temper out on a much longer leash. Sometimes it even took over. The scar, and its memories, remind me why I need to stay in control.").
Tattoos: the words "Brethren of the Ronin" on her left bicep - given by Danny Wilde during a farewell party when the crews of the USS Ronin and USS Independence-A merged.
Build: Slight
Face: Heart shaped
Eyes: Strikingly large eyes.
Mouth: Medium. Almost heart-shaped
Carriage: Has a tendency to slouch a bit, making her appear even shorter than normal, especially when tired or working hard.
Poses (Hands/Gestures, Feet/Legs, Torso/Head):
Taste in Clothing (when off duty): Flowing clothing, loose skirts, jewel tones
Shoes: Standard Starfleet issue when in uniform. Strappy heels for dressy occasions. Sandals for other occasions, when possible.
Voice: Alto. When speaking, often has a musical quality to her voice.
Handedness: Right

Manner

Quarters:
- Shared with Ethan Brice
- Fairly simple. Most of her belongings, including her purple bedspread that was given to her by her mother when she graduated high school, were lost when the USS Independence-A was destroyed. Her one possession that was saved was her Canar. She has since replaced many of these with other newer items.
- Hanging on the wall across from their bed is her first anniversary present from Ethan. It is a heavy piece of parchment in a black frame. Along the bottom of the frame, in silver letters, are "Karynn and Ethan Brice, 228803.14". The following text is written in delicate black script:

"The hours I spend with you I look upon as sort of a perfumed garden, a dim twilight, and a fountain singing to it... you and you alone make me feel that I am alive. Other men it is said have seen angels, but I have seen thee and thou art enough."

- Her canar sits in a carved wooden box on a shelf on the wall of her quarters, flanked on each side by a holo-picture of her family. On one side it was her parents and siblings. On the other it is Ethan, Matthew, and herself.
- She has a simple coffee table and a couch in the living area. Her bed is standard-issue (two-person).
- On the coffee table are two small models carved in grey stone. One is an Akira-class starship, the other a Prometheus-class starship. She bought these during leave on Alpha Centauri and sent a similar but larger model of the Akira-class starship to Ethan.
- She was glad to find that her new quarters on the USS Columbia do include a small kitchen area just off the dining area, complete with a few cupboards, a sink, a small stove and oven, and a refrigeration unit as well as a small counter-top space.
- Deck 7 on the USS Columbia
Favorite Room: Her study/makeshift lab
Office
- Deck 7 on the USS Columbia "Counselor's Office"
- Divided into 2 areas: a space for her desk and a separate cozy sitting area - 3 comfortable chairs and a table - for actual work with patients.
- Paintings on the wall:
  - a 3-D holographic view of a lush waterfall surrounded by trees and bushes and flowers. In the distance, sitting on a rock was a lone humanoid figure. In the genius of the artist, one couldn't really tell what race the figure was.
  - On the opposite wall: a more modern composition, bright blots of color reminiscent of a Rorschach Inkblot test.
- A large pot of living flowers graces the low coffee table, accompanied by a few books containing illustrations of landscapes from a variety of planets, habitats, and ecosystems, abstract paintings, still-life, and even a couple of books geared toward kids.
- On her desk is a framed family picture of Ethan, Karynn, and Matthew, taken on one of their vacations while she had been teaching on Earth. Next to it is a small holo-projection of Ethan
- On the wall behind her desk, she has mounted a small shelf. On it are miniatures (smaller than those in her quarters) of ships she's served on: an Akira class ship, a Prometheus class ship, and a Miranda class ship.
Habits/Mannerisms:
- Has a tendency, when she's thinking, to pull loose hair or ponytail over in front of face (so it kind of looks like she's "sniffing" her hair)
- She also has a tendency to play with a lock or two of hair, twisting it about her finger.
- When she gets excited, speaks animatedly with generous use of her hands
Religion/Spiritual Devotion: Karynn does not have a specific religion. She believes in some higher power, but has not really decided what that means for her. She has picked up spiritual practices from many different cultures, including many forms of prayer and meditation. She is particularly fond of Vulcan meditation practices.
Hobbies and Pastimes:
- Plays and composes for the piano.
- Plays the flute and flute-like instruments
- Reading. She especially enjoys reading Vulcan literature in Vulcan.
- Playing Poker - a habit she picked up from Ethan Brice and Danny Wilde.
- Dancing - she was taught by Danny Wilde and now has a holoprogram designed by him to continue her lessons.
Achievements in Life:
- Reaching First Officer of the USS Independence-A
- Marrying Ethan Brice
- Being given the Order of the Valiant Heart
Disappointments in Life:
- Her first major disappointment was failing the Academy Entrance Exam the first time around (due to low marks in history). She has since overcome this disappointment and actually learned to enjoy history enough to get a specialization in it.
- Karynn struggled through the Engineering classes at the Academy. While she passed, she required much tutoring to do so.
- On an away mission during the training cruise of the USS Centris, Karynn attempted to open a locked door at the request of her team members. Unexpectedly and embarassingly, a second door slid down over the first, making it even harder to get through the desired doorway.
Temperment: Generally peaceful and gentle - but with a sharp side if you cross her.
Mental problems (complexes and phobias):
- In the past, Karynn has felt overwhelmed with her job as a counselor. She has often felt inadequately prepared to help the crew through dealing with recent deaths, particularly because she has not finished her counseling degree.
- She is currently dealing with the loss of both her home, the USS Independence-A and several months of her life while she was in a medically-induced coma.
- She has struggled with the weight of command, most recently when she was First Officer on the USS Independence-A
Physical Limitations: She is on the shorter side, so she may ask for help in reaching items that are high.

Family

Marital Status

Married to Ethan Brice, 238803.14 on Deep Space 17

Children

Stepmother to Matthew Brice

Parents

Father: Kolen Ehlanii - structural engineer, employed by the city of Larysta.
Kolen is 5'8" with dark brown hair and dark brown eyes. He is often described as a "jolly" person, with a ready smile for anyone who passes. He is often found laughing and telling jokes. He was born on stardate 233302.16, and attended the University of Krysenti, where he recieved a BS in Structural Engineering. He met Maryasta while working as a consultant on the Larysta Orchestral Hall.

Mother: Maryasta Ehlanii - Professional Musician in the Larysta Symphony Orchestra
Maryasta is 5'4 with light brown hair and deep green eyes. She has a quiet persona, but usually comes across as pleasant and slightly shy. She comes alive, however, when she plays any musical instrument. While she plays the Haliian equivalent of a violin in the Larysta Symphony Orchestra, she is also quite good at the piano and the Haliian Flute. She is proficient at a number of other woodwind, keyboard, and string instruments, although she has rarely picked up any brass instruments. She is responsible for the Ehlanii family rule requiring music lessons for all the children up through High School. Because of her efforts, Karynn and both her siblings are both proficient at musical instruments and music lovers.

Siblings

2 - Karynn is the oldest
Lynette (b. 236207.15) - a recent graduate of the Xenobiology department of the University of Krysenti. She is currently working on a 6-month research study into the mammal-like Hellim, a small native of the Jrysia Jungle in the southern hemisphere of Halii

Kole (b. 236509.14) - currently enrolled in the sociology department at the University of Krysenti.

Karynn has a healthy relationship with her family. While she and her siblings had a normal sibling relationship, complete with the typical fights, she is very close to her sister Lynette, who Karynn sees as one of her very best friends.

Personal History

Early Life

Karynn grew up in a loving family on the planet Halii where she was born. Her love of the hard sciences was cemented by her grandparents when she was 3 years old, with the gift of her very first chemistry book and chemistry set. She generally did well in school and was awarded both in High School and College for her work in the sciences. Karynn is the first in her family to join Starfleet, a decision she was prompted to make after hearing a prominent Starfleet Scientist speak. She failed her first attempt to enter Starfleet Academy with poor marks on the History portion of the entrance exam. This failure prompted her to study and work to excel at History. After a semester at the University, she joined the preparatory program and was later accepted into the Academy. She began pursuing a degree in the sciences and had nearly completed that degree when, in her 4th year, she developed an interest in counseling. She finished her degree in the sciences and took a fifth year at the academy to begin her counseling degree. She is in the process of finishing that degree, first while on board the Ronin, and now on the Independence-A.

235704.08: Karynn is born to parents Maryasta & Kolen in Larysta, a medium-sized city on the planet Halii
236004.08: Karynn's grandparents, Lynelle and Nortol, give her her very first chemistry book and set. She falls in love with the hard sciences.
237505.20: Near the end of her final year of High School, Karynn is presented with North Larysta High School's Science Award, for exemplary work in the sciences during her High School Career (among other things, she was chair of the Chemistry Club, took classes as electives in Haliian biology, Chemistry, Physiology, and Physics).
237509.04: Karynn begins a 2 year program of study in Science at the University of Krysenti, on Hali.
237510.03: Karynn meets Jaryl Tryska and the two rapidly become quite close. Within a month they begin dating exclusively.
237603.16: Karynn meets famed Chemist/Biologist Zolaryn Shennai at a seminar at the University of Krysenti. He talks about his experiences working in Starfleet. Karynn realizes that this is what she has been looking for and begins to research Starfleet and opportunities within Starfleet.
237701.15: Karynn applies to Starfleet Academy.
237704.20: Karynn takes Academy entrance exam and fails the History portion of the exam and therefore is denied acceptance into Starfleet Academy. Karynn begins to make plans to spend a semester taking classes, primarily in History, from the University of Krysenti.
237708.20: As a result of Karynn's decision to pursue Starfleet, which had already caused significant conflict between her and Jaryl, she realizes that she ought to enroll in the Starfleet Academy Preparatory program. Their frequent fights escalate unto one massive fight the night she tells him. Ultimately it becomes clear that she can't apply to Starfleet and continue to pursue a future with him. Although it causes her great pain, she breaks off their relationship.
237801.05: Karynn travels to Cestus III to begin the Starfleet Academy Preparatory Program.
237804.13: Karynn sits for the Academy Entrance Exam. This time, she passes all the parts, including the psych evaluation. Following the testing period, she receives the news that she has been accepted to the Starbase 118 campus of Starfleet Academy.

Starfleet Academy

Karynn developed two notable friendships while she was at Starfleet Academy, both with roommates. The first was with Catherine Bell, her roommate for the first two years. Catherine introduced Karynn to several Terran activities including whitewater rafting (on the holodeck), some Terran foods, and some Terran religious practices, especially those of Catherine's own Catholic faith. While Karynn didn't embrace the entire faith, she did pick up several of Catherine's prayer practices, including the use of prayer beads and candles. Karynn was sad when Catherine returned to Earth, but the two have stayed in touch. When Catherine left, Karynn's new roommate was Jenn Iyer. Jenn's most significant impact was on Karynn's change in career directions. In Karynn's fourth year at the Academy, Jenn developed a severe episode of depression. Karynn was impressed by the impact the Academy Counselors had on Jenn's life and realized the influence counselors could use to help others. Following this experience, Karynn stayed on at the Academy an extra year to begin working on her counseling degree.

Starfleet

Ethan Brice - Ethan and Karynn met at the impromptu wedding of Ben Walker and Ro Adair in Twilight's Edge on DS17. After the wedding they slipped off to have a quiet chat on the Nature Deck of the station, which evolved into a game of Tag ("Mitz" in Haliian). Due to the schemings of Sarah Reed, they were set up on an impromptu date the next night. This was followed by a romantic evening on a holodeck recreation of Paris. Their budding relationship prompted a confrontation between (then) Lt.Commander Ben Walker and Karynn. Although their duties often keep them both busy, they work to set aside time that they can spend together, both alone and with Matthew. On Stardate 238610.01, Ethan proposed marriage to Karynn, in a turbolift, and she accepted. They were married on Stardate 238803.14 at Twilight's Edge on Deep Space 17.

Matthew Brice - Although she saw Matthew on occasion while serving on the Ronin, her most consistent interaction with him has been since he came to stay with his father temporarily on the Independence-A. They have quickly warmed to each other, and both enjoy the time they spend going to the zoo, playing, and telling stories. With her marriage to Ethan Brice on 238803.14 she became Matthew's step mother. He calls her Kolla, the Haliian word for mother.

Other Important Relationships
- Sarion
- Sarah Reed
- Cara Maria
- Ben Walker
- Ro Adair
- Jack Kolk
- David Scott Cody

For more information on these, see Personal Relationships

Academy Records

Date of Entry into Starfleet Academy: Stardate 237806.01
Date of Graduation: Stardate 238410.02
Major: Science (Specialization: Chemistry)
Additional Specializations: Xenobiology, History

Academy Registrar Note: Ms. Ehlanii developed an interest in counseling near the middle of her fourth year at the Academy. She remained in classes an extra year to begin working on a degree in counseling before going on her Training Cruise in her sixth year at the academy. She completed the remainder of her courses post-graduation and was awarded a degree in Counseling in 2387.
Academy Transcript

Professional History

Professional History

Rank	Dates	Posting	Assignment
Cadet, 4th Class	237809.01 - 237907.31	Starfleet Academy, Starbase 118	Student _{Major: Science Specialization: Chemistry Additional Specializations: Xenobiology & History}
Cadet, 3rd Class	237909.01 - 238007.31
Cadet, 2nd Class	238009.01 - 238107.31
Cadet, 1st Class	238109.01 - 238207.31
	238209.01 - 238307.31		_{Additional Major: Counseling}
	238308.01 - 238410.01	USS Centris-A	_{Additional Major: Counseling}
Ensign	238410.02 - 238410.03	USS Ronin	Counselor
	238410.04 - 238401.24		Temporary Tactical Officer
	238410.25 - 238501.16		Counselor
Lieutenant J.G.	238501.17 - 238507.29
Lieutenant	238507.29 - 238510.24
	238510.24 - 238607.03	USS Independence-A
	238607.04 - 238607.13		Counselor & Acting Chief Science Officer
Lt. Commander	238607.14 - 238609.29		Counselor & Acting Chief Science Officer
Lt. Commander	238609.30 - 238807.20		First Officer
Commander	238807.20 - 238807.28		First Officer
	238807.28 - 238809.09		Deck Officer
	238903.21 - 238904.25	USS Drake	Xeno-Anthropologist and Psychologist
	238904.25 - 239006.17	USS Drake	Chief Science Officer
	239006.17 - 239102.12	Starfleet Academy	Instructor
	239102.12 - 239107.12	USS Darwin-A	Counselor
	239107.13 - Present	USS Columbia	Chief Counselor

Current Rank: Commander
Current Assignment: USS Columbia
Duty Post: Chief Counselor

Awards & Commendations

Award/Commandation	Title	Date Received	Location Received	Description
Science Award		237505.20	North Larysta High School	For exemplary work in the sciences during high school
Jeelian Fayrel Outstanding Chemist Award		237705.16	University of Krysenti	For research in the synthesis of Aminodipolythirate.
Holaria Jhentsia Historical Accuracy Award		227712.14	University of Krysenti _{Department of History}	For a contest-winning paper on the role of Jonathan Archer in the genesis of the United Federation of Planets.
	Order of the Valiant Heart	238601.13	USS Ronin	"The role of ship's counselor is not one that should be easily overlooked. Throughout the fleet, these dedicated officers show great skill and patience as they protect the mental health of their crewmates who encounter difficult situations whilst on deep space assignment away from old friends and family for long periods of time. What is always harder, however, is when we lose those friends we have made amongst our own crew. Recently, on a mission to the planet Rakis, the USS RONIN suffered some of the most terrible losses of 2385. Yet Lieutenant Karynn Ehlanii helped her colleagues through, instigating group counseling sessions and clearly demonstrating superior ability to care, assist, and comfort those in need. Lieutenant, if you would join me on stage, we wish to recognize your determination, dedication and hard work with the Order of the Valiant Heart." ~Fleet Captain Rocar, [1]
	B-Plot Award	238602.09	USS Independence-A	"Karynn Ehlanni has constantly shared with us her own and our own secrets, parts of her life that don't necessarily deal with duty hours. For that, she is receiving the B-Plot Award." ~Captain Mar
	Nebula Bar	238602.09		"She has been instrumental in the researching and recording of several new species over the last year. For this, she is additionally being awarded the Nebula Bar." ~Captain Mar
	Neelix Award	238701.26		"Very few officers display both the devotion to crew, seeing to their well-being, giving aid to those in need, inquiring after their health, always willing to lend a hand when asked. This officer has gone beyond the extra and their deeds are both welcomed, heartfelt, and diligent. This officer is familiar to us all. This officer, has always been a bright and shining star and is, at least in my opinion, one of the best officers I've had the pleasure of serving with." ~Commander David Cody
	TOSMA I	238801.18		"Lieutenant Commander Ehlanii, it is my honor to present you with the TOSMA I, for your dedication to not only the Independence. You always contribute good solid ideas for our missions and your work is always excels in quality. You are an essential member of the Independence and I am honored to have you at my side." ~ Fleet Captain Riley
	Silver Palm	238801.18		"Commander, you are also receiving the Silver Palm for your ability to boost our spirits throughout our long missions. Your demeanor is one to be emulated and your calm ability to inspire us with your attitude is appreciated." ~ Fleet Captain Riley
	Peacekeeper Service Ribbon	238907.06	USS Drake	Awarded to a member of Starfleet who participates in, and successfully completes, a mission where keeping the peace is the primary goal.
	Klingon Invasion Ribbon	238910.27		Awarded to a person that has taken part in the Klingon Invasion of 2389.
	Vaadwaur Invasion Ribbon	238910.27		Awarded to a person who participated in the defense of the Ithassa region during the Vaadwaur Invasion of 2387.
	Grendellai Operations Ribbon	238910.27		Awarded to a person that was involved in the Joint Mission of the Kodiak, Independence and Triumphant in the IC93 System. Or, the Summer Blockbuster Mission involving the bombing of DS17 and the theft of USS Phoenix. This ribbon will serve as a reminder that, whenever possible, peace is the best option.
	5-year Member	239001.22		For those who have been members continuously for five years.
	Explorer's Ribbon	239003.06		Awarded to a person who participates in the discovery of a new planet, region, or species.
	Purple Heart	239104.21	USS Darwin-A	"For injuries sustained in the line of duty Starfleet awards the purple ribbon to [...] Commander K Brice. You showed great mental and emotional resilience and managed to remain strong and calm the situation despite having been injured yourself." ~Captain Greir Reinard.
	Purple Heart	239106.15	USS Darwin-A	"On arrival to planet Asav we found the inhabitants of Biodome 2 to be hostile. They had nearly destroyed one of our smaller vessels and it was extremely fortunate that we arrived when we did. Through hard work our diplomatic efforts paid off and we were able to complete what the valorous had been sent to do – to build upon relations as they had been established after first contact. Starfleet Command wishes to recognise Commander K Brice [...] with the Diplomacy Ribbon." ~Captain Greir Reinard.