Lazarus Davis

USS Constitution-B
Lazarus Davis
Position	Chief Science Officer
Rank	Lieutenant
Species	Human
Gender	Man
DOB	2364
Age	37
Birthplace	Pennsylvania, Earth
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Lazarus Davis is currently serving as Chief Science Officer aboard the USS Constitution-B. He often finds himself at odds internally: the inherent conservatism of a scientist juxtaposed with the pointed irreverence of a creative mindset. Lazarus' personality profile has correctly identified him as an agent provocateur, but he wishes the file would emphasize his good-natured attitude, as the term can carry a negative connotation. Lazarus is easy to get along with, and thinks unique experiences of all kinds are the spice of life. His sense of humor is dry and deadpan, which can make him hard to read. He is adept in social settings, but stumbles more often than perhaps most do and can be a bit garrulous at times.

“It may be better to be a live jackal than a dead lion, but it is better still to be a live lion. And usually easier.”

Lazarus Long, co-opted by Lazarus Davis

Appearance

Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 175 lbs
Hair: Reddish dirty blonde, cut short on the sides with loose curls on top
Facial hair: reddish full beard, kept trim
Skin Tone: Fair, some freckles
Eyes: Grey
Build: broad shouldered and muscular, but not cut
Distinguishing Marks: tattoo on the inside of his right wrist, a non-traditional music score that looks more like abstract art
Voice: melodious, rich, and deep baritone

Design inspiration for Lazarus' tattoo

Relationships

Parents: Derek, 56, a pipe fitter; Rita, 56, a naturist

Siblings: Anissa, sister, 29, on Earth - a graduate student, studying epidemiology

Connections: see below

Queen: Lazarus' wife, a Linarian expat he met on Xatrac City.

Ravenna Carter: Fellow science officer aboard the USS Constitution-B. The two bonded quickly after Ravenna's arrival and subsequent work on their first mission together. Ravenna is Lazarus' best friend on the ship, and confidant.

Davy Jones (2364-2395): Childhood friend from Earth. The two of them were closer than brothers during their formative years and beyond. Jones was a major positive influence on Lazarus, always encouraging him and pushing him to be a better person. Lazarus is a bit lost without him.

Background

Lazarus “Juice” Davis was born Justin Davis. At the age of 16, after surviving a harrowing medical trauma, he felt that his purpose in life was renewed and thus gave himself a new name – borrowing from a biblical story of a man resurrected. His friends, however, still call him by his nickname: “Juice.” His parents oscillate between Justin and Lazarus. Lazarus went through high school and his undergrad experience because it was what he was supposed to do, but the aforementioned medical trauma during his undergrad helped Lazarus realize that life is precious and perhaps too short to simply go with the flow. Against the objections of his parents, Lazarus pursued a PhD in cognitive science where he explored his interests in psychology and effects of media use.

After his time in academia, Lazarus found himself empowered like never before. He chased a dream that seemed so improbable before - a doctorate! - that he then felt like he could tackle anything. So he enrolled in Starfleet Academy. He found the experience equally rewarding and challenging. Learning to be a science officer was a fun, new challenge. After being so steeped in the social sciences, having a chance to learn so much about the physical sciences was exciting. Plus his expertise as a research psychologist offered some unique affordances as a science officer. Much like how a chemist could aid the Chief Engineer refit the warp drive to run on something other than dilithium, Lazarus' understanding of the humanoid cognitive systems could prove beneficial to the ship's medical practitioners, as well as first contact missions, and understanding alien communication.

The distinction between clinical and research psychology is opaque at times. In fact, there's plenty of friction between clinical and research psychology because clinical psychology focuses on treating abnormal minds, whereas research psychology is heavily focused on understanding and describing nominative conceptualizations of the mind. Lazarus is solidly a researcher, with no medical aspirations or abilities (beyond the Academy basics). A medical doctor, counselor, and a scientist are coming at the topic of the mind with radically different lenses and with fundamentally different goals. But that's the beauty of it: together, the different perspectives may form a greater whole than the sum of their parts in terms of understanding the mind. These opportunities excite Lazarus.

In his spare time, Lazarus is a songwriter and composer, as well as an avid music listener. His view of music history is genealogical in that he sees a clear lineage in his musical preferences to a series of late 20th century Earth musicians and composers. Lazarus also dabbles in writing holoprograms that live between typical holonovel-conventions and art.

Presently Listening To...

Click here to hear what Lazarus has recently been listening to. You might learn something about him! Last updated 239705.17.

Service History

Service History
Insignia	Rank	Dates	Posting	Assignment
	Lieutenant	239707.18 - Present	USS Constitution-B	Chief Science Officer
	Lieutenant Junior Grade	239611.13 - 239707.18	USS Constitution-B	Assistant Chief Science Officer
	Ensign	239510.02 - 239611.13	USS Constitution-B	Science Officer
	Cadet First Class	239510.02	Graduated Starfleet Academy	Science Officer

Awards & Service Ribbons

For award descriptions, see: Awards and Service Ribbons

Awards and Service Ribbons

Award	Name	Date/Assignment	Citation
	O'Brien Award	2398 USS Constitution-B	"The real-life trials and tribulations of the last year have seen several crew members take leave, including members of the sim staff, which left a big hole in the OOC support of our game. One particular player stepped up to fill that hole with not just duty but enthusiasm, and we wouldn’t have the game where it is now without him."
	Nebula Bar	2398 USS Constitution-B	"Our most recent mission started with a very simple premise, and we all know what happened next. In the same way, our simple setting concept - a nebula and nearby dilithium mine - were developed further into a complex location with its own physical laws and limitations."
	Laudean Commendation	2398 USS Constitution-B	"In writing we aren’t bound by the physical constraints of human actors, and Josh, the player of Lazarus Davis, took full advantage of that in his creation of the Endaasi, their fascinating culture and their exciting world. He put his heart and soul into these people, and it showed."
	B-Plot Award	2398 USS Constitution-B	"The last year has really seen our Chief Science Officer’s personal life turned upside down, and I can’t wait to see what happens next."
	TOSMA	2397 USS Constitution-B	"He has written the growth of his character exploring his history, relationships and moving towards a senior role in the science department [...] He has involved other characters along the way, with Davis in character asking for advice from senior crew members and providing tags for new ones. He also arranged a number of larger events to get the crew more involved [...] On top of that he has been involved in OOC activities getting involved with staff and being on the podcast team."
	Khan Award	2397 USS Constitution-B	"[T]he hallmark of this character is how much everyone onboard enjoys playing off him. While Skepus isn't blatantly evil, his narrow minded logic and love for the letter of the law [...] provides the perfect opportunity for players to explore their own characters POV with Skepus as a foil. It has been particularly entertaining to see Skepus vs. Saveron showing two very different characterizations of Vulcan logic!"
	Sheathed Sword	2396 USS Constitution-B	For "exploring the impact of seeing trauma to his colleagues and the outpost falling apart about him. [...] Despite the efforts of Sickbay he still has scars, mental and physical, and they appear periodically in his current sims, showing how the injury and trauma affected and changed him.”
Service Ribbon	Name	Date/Assignment	Citation
	First Contact Ribbon	239801.09 USS Constitution-B	Made contact with Ishar, a member of a previously unknown species and living legend.
	Innovation Ribbon	239801.09 USS Constitution-B	Developed a novel U-T algorithm to communicate with Ishar.
	Innovation Ribbon	239801.09 USS Constitution-B	Established a new network on the surface of Endaasi, by completely re-purposing and reprogramming local drones.
	Lifesaving Ribbon	239707.18 USS Constitution-B	Helping to save people on the floating city of Xatrac on Zeltion IV.
	Joint Meritorious Unit Award	239707.18 USS Constitution-B	Render aid to the floating city of Xatrac on Zeltion IV.
	Explorer's Ribbon	239611.13 USS Constitution-B	Discovery of a new species, the Dream Weavers.
	First Contact Ribbon	239611.13 USS Constitution-B	First contact with the Dream Weavers.
	Captain's Commendation	239611.13 USS Constitution-B	Initial discovery of the Dream Weaver Incident, and subsequent organization and mobilization of rescue efforts.
	Innovation Ribbon	239611.13 USS Constitution-B	Development of the theory to rescue fellow senior officers from the Dream Weaver's dreamworld.
	Purple Heart	239606.13 USS Constitution-B	Injured during the partial collapse of the research outpost on Gamma Orionis VIb, "for fighting through your injuries, pushing through and still doing your work."
	Starfleet Academy Graduate Ribbon	239510.02 Starfleet Academy	Awarded to those who have graduated from Starfleet Academy.

SIM Archive

NPC Listing · USS Constitution-B Crew Manifest · Crew History


Commanding Officer Jalana Rajel


First Officer Diz'mim Ch'Nilmani


Chief Tactical Offr Atan T'Seva


Security Officer Daniel Cain


Tac/Sec Officer Lystra


Asst CMO Eleanor Park


Counselor Ba'el


2O/Mission Spec. Laria Herren


HCO Officer Mylas Bosko


Engineering Officer Jiroo Zaka


Engineering Officer Mingxing Shimisi


Chief of Science Azura Ada


Asst CSO Indrid Yirah


Intel Officer Yito Seja

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