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:''"While he was only a few years younger than Avander, in the XO’s mind, the almost-full Lieutenant was still a kid. Albeit, one who was growing up." - LT CMDR Promontory''<ref>Lt Cmdr. Avander Promontory: The Recognition You Deserve, Part 2 - https://groups.google.com/g/sb118-butler/c/3aEpGwRIEWc</ref> | :''"While he was only a few years younger than Avander, in the XO’s mind, the almost-full Lieutenant was still a kid. Albeit, one who was growing up." - LT CMDR Promontory''<ref>Lt Cmdr. Avander Promontory: The Recognition You Deserve, Part 2 - https://groups.google.com/g/sb118-butler/c/3aEpGwRIEWc</ref> | ||
'''Lieutenant Lhandon Joseph Nilsen''', born February 4th, 2377 on [[Gault]], | '''Lieutenant Lhandon Joseph Nilsen''', born February 4th, 2377 on [[Gault]], is the '''Assistant Chief of Operations''' on the [[USS Octavia E Butler|USS Octavia E. Butler]]. He previously held the roles of '''helm, communications, and operations officer''' on the [[USS Oumuamua]]. Nilsen enjoys rugby, cooking, combat sports and motorsport. Known for his resourcefulness and innovative thinking, he excels in communication and operations. Nilsen often rushes to the aid of others <ref>My name is Lhandon Joseph Nilsen. You hurt my friend, my erm…my…look I like this guy a lot alright, so shut up! - https://groups.google.com/u/1/g/sb118-oumuamua/c/ie0W6-0hUbw/m/grpNkauHAQAJ</ref>and is a popular member of his crew. Despite this, Nilsen's career has faced challenges due to his recklessness and rash decision-making; however, he has learned to master them. | ||
Initially an unofficial assistant to the Chief of Operations, Nilsen's role became official on the Octavia E. Butler in February 2401, advancing to Assistant Chief in June of the same year. In September of 2401, Nilsen was promoted to Lieutenant. Meanwhile, Nilsen is working towards a possible shift into a diplomatic career and has been taking extra classes during his free time to get qualified. | |||
Initially an unofficial assistant to the Chief of Operations, Nilsen's role became official on the Octavia E Butler in February 2401, advancing to Assistant Chief in June of the same year. In September of 2401, Nilsen was promoted to Lieutenant | |||
== Basic Profile Information == | == Basic Profile Information == | ||
Nilsen: 6'4" (1.93m), 266 lbs (121kg). Lean, muscular build from farming and rugby. Formally he had unkempt curly brown hair, but has since trimmed this short, blue eyes. | Nilsen: 6'4" (1.93m), 266 lbs (121kg). Lean, muscular build from farming and rugby. Formally he had unkempt curly brown hair, but has since trimmed this short, blue eyes but he has since cut his hair short. Nilsen speaks with a soft-rising accent, blending Federation Standard with Siberian and Eastern European influences | ||
=== Traits & Personality === | === Traits & Personality === | ||
*'''Driven''': Nilsen can take a task to completion but often cares more about the results than the process. It matters not to him how he does a task, only that he does the task. This can mean he can get things done often quicker than others, but it comes with the downside of potentially inconveniencing others in the process. | *'''Driven''': Nilsen can take a task to completion but often cares more about the results than the process. It matters not to him how he does a task, only that he does the task. This can mean he can get things done often quicker than others, but it comes with the downside of potentially inconveniencing others in the process. | ||
*'''21st century references''': When explaining details surrounding engines or shuttles, he may rely upon 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 upon references to cars and automobiles from Earth from the late 20th century to the early 21st century. | ||
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Ensign Lhandon Joseph Nilsen - What’s Next For Me? I Don’t Know - I Think I Might Leave Starfleet - https://groups.google.com/u/1/g/sb118-oumuamua/c/HqR2tJoEpIY/m/e1wVraNBAAAJ</ref> | Ensign Lhandon Joseph Nilsen - What’s Next For Me? I Don’t Know - I Think I Might Leave Starfleet - https://groups.google.com/u/1/g/sb118-oumuamua/c/HqR2tJoEpIY/m/e1wVraNBAAAJ</ref> | ||
* '''Resourceful''': During a mission on Alpha Brenkelvi II, Nilsen proposed using a probe as a relay to boost communication with the away teams, overcoming the limitations of the combadges' range. In training, Nilsen stabilized the USS Centris after it was attacked and assessed damages during a system malfunction. | |||
* '''Peaceful Conflict Resolution:''' Nilsen exhausts all communication options before resorting to force. He managed to form a temporary alliance with Private O'Reilly, setting aside personal differences for the sake of their home.<ref>JP: PVT Thomas O’Reilly, Nurse Miash & Ens Ensign Lhandon Joseph Nilsen - Clandestine Cargo Bay Conferences - https://groups.google.com/u/1/g/sb118-oumuamua/c/jMw0iHimdhw</ref> | |||
* '''Sociable''': Nilsen aims to be a sociable person who is easy to get along with. He prides himself on having built an extensive network of contacts. Nilsen enjoys positive relationships with the majority of his crewmates and has friends in every department.<ref>LtCol Wes Greaves - From Another Perspective - https://groups.google.com/g/sb118-oumuamua/c/AOVgszuUt2E/m/iHB594ZzAQAJ</ref> He is known for his boundless energy. | |||
* '''Diving Head First & Recklessness''': Nilsen has been known to dive into projects and assignments without fully thinking them through. One notable example was during first contact with the ancient Bajorans of Alpha Brenkelvi II, where Nilsen allowed them in their non-corporeal state to use his body to communicate with the away team while his consciousness was kept safe. | |||
* '''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> | |||
* '''Driven''': Nilsen can take a task to completion but often cares more about the results than the process. It matters not to him how he does a task, only that he does the task. This can mean he often gets things done quicker than others, but it comes with the downside of potentially inconveniencing others in the process. | |||
* '''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. | |||
===Key Skills and Competencies=== | ===Key Skills and Competencies=== | ||