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Born and raised on the 'old frontier' world, [[Theta VII|'''Theta VII''']], Hopper grew up on her parents' hydroponic farm estate. She also lived on '''[[Earth]]''' while attending a Masters program at UC Berkeley and, subsequently, [[Starfleet Academy]] in San Francisco where she earned her doctorate in '''Physics'''. Her first posting was aboard the the Oracle-Class deep space science vessel, '''[[USS Wall Street]]''', where she served as a Science Officer and as Assistant Chief Science Officer before transferring to Amity Outpost in 2399.

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*'''General Interests''': Science, Programming, Art, Vintage Films & Books, Music, and Gardening

**'''Favourite Films''': [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Back_to_the_Future_(franchise) Back to the Future] and [[ma:World Beyond Zero|World Beyond Zero]] (Ironically)

**'''Favourite Music''':  Disco - especially [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ABBA ABBA] - and 1960s-2030’s Pop; Soft spot for Country

**'''Favourite Foods''': Pineapple and curly fries ''(but never together!)''

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Born in Oregon, USA, on Earth, Melissa Hopper was drawn to space at a young age. She had an aptitude for languages, communication, and politics, and brought those strengths with her to the [[Federation Diplomatic Corps]], in which she served for several years as a staffer before becoming an Envoy. Her placement was at the Federation Embassy on [[Alpha Centauri IV]], also known as Velestus by the Centaurans. It was there that she met her future wife, Ansyra, who worked on interplanetary projects as a terraforming expert.

Several years later, the two married and decided to seek out a quieter life - eventually settling on [[Theta VII]], an old frontier mining and agricultural world, where they oversaw the operations of a large high-tech hydroponic farm estate. There, with some help from 24th century medicine, they also had their two children. Melissa carried Robin and Ansyra carried Kerilyn. The two have always joked about that fact that each sister seemed to take more after their non-birth mothers.

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Originally from Velestus (Alpha Centauri IV), Ansyra spent much of her younger days as a professional artist before discovering terraforming later in life, springing from her long-term hobby: gardening. Her work centered around consulting on balancing aesthetic and biological considerations in world-planning initiatives. This work eventually led her to the Federation Embassy, where she joined an interplanetary team of consultants based out of Velestus - a world known for its skilled terraformers.

Ansyra's private Centauran name is Kalitikne.

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When Robin was six years old, her mothers decided they wanted to have a second child. At first outraged by their decision, Robin came around to it eventually - around the time Keri turned three. At that point, Robin decided she was cute enough to be accepted into the family. The two would feud again later, when Robin was in her teenage years, which Keri once described as "exceptionally stupid and awkward". Since then, the two have worked things out (mostly), with Robin attributing much of their improved relationship to the long time she's spent away from home while studying, citing the old adage that 'absence makes the heart grow fonder.'

Keri's private Centauran name is Zoirana.

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Growing up, Robin always idolized her grandmother as a personal hero. While she didn't fully comprehend Phoenyra's work as a child, she did understand that her grandmother was some sort of scientist and was involved in biological studies and, subsequently, holographic technology development.

Phoenyra was part of the Centauran-led team that developed the modern Federation Holodeck in the mid-24th century, following up and improving on decades of work into the earlier "Rec Room" technologies, in order to recreate more immersive and lifelike simulated environments.

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While they may have met under unusual circumstances, the two have hit it off straight away and Robin looks forward to getting to know her CO better! After attending dinner at the Vataix residence, Robin was convinced to find an apartment in the Beijing District - a fortuitous turn of events. Not long after, both Rivi and Robin were the only two unaffected by a malicious alteration to the timeline and, from an alternate reality, were able to restore the timeline to its prior state.

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John is Robin's Counselor and the two of them hit it off during their first session (which Robin describes as more of a friendly 'chat'). While she doesn't know him well yet, they've discussed the possibility of meeting up for a workout and Robin intends to invite him to her eventual housewarming party.

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While the two haven't spent much time working together yet, Robin is very grateful for Scotty's assistance installing holo-emitters in her apartment (a special request) and appreciates his focused work ethic. She looks forward to getting to know him, and his partner, Evelyn, better as time goes on.

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Kivik, now the Chief Science Officer aboard the Kitty Hawk, was Robin's predecessor on Amity. The two of them worked together briefly during the transition period. The two Science Officers also served together during an ill-fated mission on Idrustix, during which Robin appreciated Kivik's cool head.

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Growing up on the “old frontier” world of [[Theta VII]], Robin always felt like she had ‘the best of both worlds’ in her reach. New discoveries were still being made and visitors from exciting new civilizations still traveled through the ports of Theta with regularity – yet, as an established colony, they also boasted the developed infrastructure, technology, and resources that characterized life in The Federation.

It was during this internship that she first discovered her interest in holo-programming (and realized she had a knack for it). Exploring further, she quickly discovered an unexpected love for programming and computer science – finding the near-endless creative possibilities and practicability of the skill exciting. As she neared the end of her schooling, Robin realized she wanted to better understand the underlying principles that advanced computing and hologram technology were built on<ref>[https://groups.google.com/g/sb118-amity/c/PhseHxM56yQ/m/PaeJSdFkAAAJ Lt. Robin Hopper: Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy (Part 2)] (SD 240001.31)</ref>.

<span id="EducationUniversity" style="font-size: 1.2em; font-weight: bold; margin-top: 0.3em;">Education - University</span>

{{SR Rank|Cadet, 4th Class}}

{{SR Dates|<small>239305.03 - 239404.18</small>}}

{{SR Assignment|PhD Major: Physics <br/> Minor: Programming|grey|ROWS=4}}

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{{SR Rank|Lieutenant JG}}

{{SR Dates|<small>239704.28 - 239811.03</small>}}

{{SR Assignment|Science Officer|Blue}}

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{{SR Dates|<small>239907.26 - 240008.14</small>}}

{{SR Assignment|Chief Science Officer|Blue|ROWS=2}}

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Robin’s first posting was aboard the Oracle Class [[USS Wall Street]] under the command of Captain Sh'Torn. There, she learned quickly amidst a crew of dedicated scientific minds. Her outgoing personality and enthusiasm earned her a spot on the ship’s coveted ‘day shift’ where she would be able to work closely with the vessel’s Chief Science Officer, Trisha Montgomery<ref name=":2">[https://groups.google.com/g/sb118-amity/c/aSL0nwcplfs/m/QW7wRgG2AwAJ Lt. Robin Hopper: Take A Chance On Me] (SD 239907.26)</ref><ref name=":3">[https://groups.google.com/g/sb118-amity/c/nhgRcA_I2KM/m/hAVp8WpsAAAJ Lt. Robin Hopper: Me And I (Part 1)] (SD 239908.17)</ref>. Initially splitting her time between Physics and Computer Science project, with Montgomery's guidance Hopper eventually achieved the rank of Lieutenant and took on a role as Assistant Chief Science Officer.

Excited at the prospect, and with Chief Science Officer Montgomery’s recommendation on her file, Robin requested a transfer to Amity Outpost in mid-2399 and decided to end her relationship with Retel, then a Lieutenant JG, as she didn't put much faith in long-distance relationships.

Once her transfer was approved, Robin spent her remaining time aboard the ''Wall Street'' tying up loose ends and finishing off projects, as well as training her replacement. She left many of her personal belongings behind, bringing only what she could fit in her duffel bag, a portal transporter buffer, and her prized Stromanthe Triostar plant<ref name=":2" />. Arriving in late July, 2399, Robin quickly became acquainted with her new colleagues and received a briefing in the station's extensive Science and Research Center (or SRC) from Science Officer Lieutenant [[Kivik]]<ref name=":3" />.

{{Citation|First Contact Ribbon|240001.20|[[Amity Outpost]]|First contact with the [[Trenvonn]] Species<ref name="Vataix-NYNC">[https://groups.google.com/g/sb118-amity/c/y-IcMAZ8who/m/XBLH3omFAAAJ Ambassador Rivi Vataix: New Year, New Chapter (Part 2)], 24001.20</ref>.}}

{{Citation|Defense of Temporal Flow Ribbon|240001.20|[[Amity Outpost]]|Preventing alteration of the timeline by TIC actors<ref name="Vataix-NYNC"></ref>.}}

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[[File:Robin Hopper Drawing.png|thumb|187x187px|Fan Art by Beky St. John]]

*[[Robin Hopper/Stories|Stories (Sim Listing)]]

*[[Robin Hopper/AMA|Robin Hopper's (IC) "Ask Me Anything"]]

<span style="font-size: 100%; font-weight: bold; margin-top: 0.3em; line-height: 1.6">OOC & Background</span>  

*Robin's surname, Hopper, was inspired by real-world computer scientist and navy rear-admiral [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grace_Hopper Grace Hopper].

*Hopper's personality is intentionally a blend of Keegan's own, his IRL partner's, Alison Brie (face claim), and Annie (her character in Community).

<span style="font-size: 100%; font-weight: bold; margin-top: 0.3em; line-height: 1.6">Family & Names</span>  

*Hopper can speak both High and Low [[Centauran/Language|Centauran]] fluently <ref>[https://groups.google.com/g/sb118-amity/c/A84qHoBT5n4/m/_eILpCU-BAAJ Lt. Robin Hopper: It's All Greek To Me (SD 239911.08)]</ref>.

*According to Hopper, her nickname, "Hops", comes from her intolerance for Hops-based beverages, such as beer <ref>[https://groups.google.com/g/sb118-amity/c/1Yal2HqCi8A/m/7kqahv7GAAAJ Lt. Robin Hopper: Truth Serum] (SD 239910.05)</ref>.

*When Hopper was a child, she often insisted on being called "Hoppy"<ref>[https://groups.google.com/g/sb118-amity/c/JpNv7w_RWms/m/nJmVYtPGAQAJ Lt. Robin Hopper: With The Current (SD 240005.08)]</ref>.

*Hopper took dance lessons as a child at the "Cochrane Community Center" on Theta VII <ref>[https://groups.google.com/g/sb118-amity/c/m049Pmc78S8/m/4MRm5u7gAQAJ Lt. Robin Hopper: Hirogen-Style Home Cooking] (SD 240002.02)</ref>.

*Growing up, Hopper was fascinated by the ongoing story of the USS Voyager and remains a 'fan' of Admiral Janeway and the iconic Intrepid Class vessel<ref name=":4">[https://groups.google.com/g/sb118-amity/c/gtK8JaQW07w/m/s8VaByekAgAJ Lt. Robin Hopper: Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough (Part 1)] (SD 240002.07)</ref>.

*Despite living on Earth for ten years, Hopper has never visited Australia <ref>[https://groups.google.com/g/sb118-amity/c/oWLtasLK-pE/m/HIG5nUwTDQAJ Lt. Robin Hopper: A Certain Resemblance (SD 239911.07)]</ref>.

*During her University years, Hopper played on her school volleyball team <ref name=":1">[https://groups.google.com/g/sb118-amity/c/3nGAyA46lPY/m/Ku2cSn8xBgAJ Lt. Robin Hopper: Off Time (SD 239911.13)]</ref> and was a member of the UC Berkeley Stratagema Club<ref>[https://groups.google.com/g/sb118-amity/c/PRs8U0IxB18/m/Fu1YTsomAwAJ|Lt. Robin Hopper: Ready Harpoons (SD 240003.03)]</ref>.

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