These are the voyages...

Harry looked away from his book titled 'Advanced Warp Mechanics for Morons'. It was a cleverly titled novelty book gifted to him by his father. In celebration of his graduation from Starfleet Academy. He put the book down and looked out into the Bay. It was a clear day, and he could see some shuttle traffic soaring thru the open sky. It was lovely and all, but he was bored. There was no other word to describe how he felt. His graduation had been three weeks ago. He had yet to receive an assignment, and while he loved his childhood home. He longed for the adventure and danger of space. He went to pick up his book once more when his console chirped. He smiled and turned to his console.

Ensign Potter you have been assigned to the USS. Tripoli NCC 2271-A.

You will serve as a junior engineer under Lt. Commander Alan Grayson.

He is a fine engineer much like yourself. Live long and prosper my friend.

Admiral Volsun Lorani

Harry was floored. He had been waiting everyday for weeks for this. His fingers floated over the keyboard as he looked up the Tripoli. His eyes widen when he saw the schematics. It was a relic an Excelsior class battle cruiser. As the shock faded his console chirped again. He opened the message. It was a video of a woman. She had a kind face, auburn hair, and four golden pips on her collar. He played the message and sat back in his chair.

'Good day ensign. I'm Captain Janice McNeil I will be commanding the USS. Tripoli. It has been my honor to welcome young recruits into the fleet, and now I do so as your captain. I've sent you this message to talk about our mission. We have been selected to man the first Tripoli class deep space exploration vessel. I know what you're thinking, and I was shocked myself. When Starfleet informed me of my first command. An Excelsior class, a relic of my fathers time. However when the engineers at Utopia Planitia gave me the tour. My doubts where lifted, and I truly look forward to our voyage together into the unknowns of the beta quadrant. I've sent along with this message an updated schematic of the ship. The required technical manuals on the retrofit upgrades. Our mission statement and I've included your quarters and shift details. You will be receiving travel orders shortly. I expect you do drop by my office before we depart don't be late. McNeil out.'

Harry quickly opened the attachments and poured over the new schematics. "wow" he muttered to himself. "Computer read out the retrofits please."

Harry stood and grabbed his travel case out of his closet as the room was filled with the computers female voice.

'USS. Tripoli NCC 2271-A. A Tripoli class deep space exploration vessel. Originally a Excelsior class cruiser it has been extensively retrofit. Every system has been replaced with compatible equipment or removed completely. The class viii b warp suite was added for speed and power generation. Maximum warp 8.875 while recommended cruise speed is 7.265. The mark v matter/antimatter generator was chosen for its high energy generation efficiency. Several new science laboratories where added. Including a state of the art stellar cartography laboratory.'

'Defenses where not overlooked, the prototype class v hardened shields where installed. Hardened shields use the energy of incoming attacks to charge its ten independent generators. As the generators charge they increase the strength of the shields. While they prove nearly impenetrable to energy weapons. They are largely ineffective when dealing with kinetic weapons unless adequately charged. The ship was also equipped with class II f phaser banks. With less offensive power than the class ii phasers. The f's require less power and recharge efficiently.'

'Several systems where added for long term space travel. Two additional hydroponics bays where added. Additionally class iii replicators where placed in crew quarters, and in the mess. Four holodecks where added for entertainment. Also the majority of deck 12 has been turned into long term cargo holds. These holds will be filled with the resources need for long term space travel'

Mission Statement

A three year mission dedicated to exploration and charting of unknown systems.

To observe and report on warp capable species in hopes of forming new bonds of friendship.

To uphold the prime directive.

Harry sped around the room picking up pictures and other irreplaceable items. There was no need to pack any cloths. He could replicate a new wardrobe when he made it to his quarters. He did pack an additional uniform for safety sake. He sat back at his desk and dictated a short message to his parents. They where both out of system. His mother was commanding the USS. Vanguard, and his father was inspecting the outdated deep four. He sank back in to his chair and picked up his book.

He had gotten another chapter into the book when he received his travel orders. He was to take a shuttle from Starfleet Command at 0600 the following morning. It would take him to Utopia Planitia, to his new home.

The next morning Harry arrived at the shuttle port with just five minutes to spare. Some how he had forgotten to set his alarm before he turned back to his book. He walked toward departures, but was stopped when he heard someone call his name. "Harry is that you." Harry smiled and turned toward his friend. He would know that voice anywhere. Hermione walked up to him briskly and hugged him. He hugged her back happily. "What brings you here this morning Lt."

"I've been assigned to the Tripoli same as you." she said she put her free arm around his shoulder. They began to walk toward the shuttle together.

"Really? I had no idea the crew roster had been released." he stated as they neared the shuttle's open hatch.

She looked at him and her smile broadened "Well not exactly." she confessed. "I was offered several assignments after graduation. The Tripoli's mission requires someone of my very immense skill so I took it."

Harry rolled his eyes "Yes, yes. You can read a map, but can you rebuild a warp plasma manifold blind folded." he jested. She gave him a mock pout before entering the shuttle.

Harry smiled at her antics and followed her into the shuttle. "You didn't answer my question. How did you know I was serving on the Tripoli?" he asked.

She took her seat and placed her luggage under her seat. He took the seat across from her and did the same.

"Simple." she said. "Your father told me two weeks ago." The look on his face caused her to break out in a fit of giggles.

After he recovered from the shock he smiled 'nice one dad'.

The shuttle sailed into the air out of the bay. He was sailing away home and he couldn't be happier.

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