Admiral Regoso stepped forward and approached the podium. The entire room
was silent. All
that could be heard was the Admiral's soft breathing into the voice
amplifier.
"Four hundred years ago today, the warp barrier was broken. This event was a crucial breakthrough for humans in space exploration. It allowed us to meet and interact with other species, and later to colonize entire planets. Zefram Cochrane was the name of the man who made this incredible breakthrough, and he will be remembered always in Earth's history. But today is not about history." He paused. Not a word was said among anyone in the room.
Everyone's eyes were focused on Admiral Regoso. The admirals sitting behind him were also completely focused. The Admiral reached for his glass of water and took a sip. He took a breath, and continued. "Today is about the present, and the future. Starfleet has made it our goal to have this proceeding on the anniversary of the first warp flight. There is a reason for that as well, and I will get to that. But first, I would like you all to give your complete attention to my son: Captain Scott Regoso.
The room suddenly was filled with the sound of clapping from over three hundred people. "The date of April 4th, 2063 was no doubt one of the most important events in Earth's history. As you all know, we intend to make this day important as well. That is true. Before that happens though, I would like to recall some important events in Earth's history. Now I have noticed that every century, during the seventh decade, and important event in space exploration occurred. Starting on July 16th, 1969, when Neil Armstrong was the human to set foot on our moon. As we have discussed, the following century on April 4th, 2063, Zefram Cochrane was the first human to travel faster than the speed of light. Ninety-eight years after that, in the year 2161, many groups of explorers, including Starfleet came together to form the United Federation of Planets. In 2265 the Starship Enterprise set out on it's five year mission under the command on Captain James T. Kirk. Almost exactly one hundred years following that event, in 2364, the Enterprise's successor, the Enterprise -D, set out under the command of Captain Jean-Luc Picard. Now, on April 4th, 2463, we plan to break a new threshold. And to break that threshold, we will need a ship." Captain Regoso turned around to face the space windows, showing the other half of the space station orbiting Earth. "Ladies and gentlemen, I present to you, the U.S.S. Trax."
Slowly but surely, the tip of a ship could be seen by everyone in the room. Soon to be followed by half of it. Eventually, the entire ship could be seen by everyone in the room.
The room exploded with applause. On one half of the room was the crew of the Starship Trax, approximately two hundred eighty-seven officers. On the other half was other Starfleet officers that wanted to attend, as well as members of other species, also eager to attend. Behind the Captain were several dozen admirals including his father, all sitting in chairs in a line.
The applause died down, and the Captain spoke. "The Trax is an experimental ship with the most advanced technology in Starfleet, and possibly the Federation. It is equipped with twenty-one phaser banks, as well as thirty-two quantum torpedoes, twenty-seven transphasic torpedoes, and a newly developed technology known as temporal torpedoes, which are designed to phase in and out of our space-time continuum, making it easier to penetrate enemies' shields. Hopefully though, they won't be necessary. The ship has full hull armour plating, twenty times more powerful then the shields of a normal starship, and is equipped with multi-vector assault mode. As for speed, it has full thrusters impulse drive, and a top speed of Warp 9.99. Now once again, turn your attention to my father, Admiral Regoso."
Captain Regoso stepped aside, and motioned for his father to take his place. He did, and the floor was his. "Thank you son," he started. "Captain Regoso will be commanding the Starship Trax along with his first officer: Commander Malcolm Sager. This starship is no ordinary starship though. It is equipped with the first, stable transwarp drive in the Federation. There are some people that believe that transwarp is similar to travelling beyond Warp 10. That is not true at all. It is a near fact, that achieving a speed of Warp 10 is impossible, with one minor exception, which resulted in severe consequences. Transwarp is a speed that is used to travel great distances by using subspace tunnels. Travelling through these tunnels results in a great deal of tachyon resistance, but the transwarp drive emits anti-tachyon pulses using a modified amount of trilithium, and warp particles. That's why a ship must be at warp to attain transwarp. Our plan is to break the transwarp barrier exactly four hundred years after Zefram Cochrane broke the warp barrier, down to the nearest minute. That leaves us approximately ten hours to stay on schedule. I believe we are finished here. The crew of the Trax will be transferred onto their ship, while several other officers and I will head down to the bridge of the station to monitor the ship. Dismissed."
The admiral turned around and headed toward the door. The admirals stood up and followed him. It was respectful to wait until the admirals leave until everyone else was allowed to stand up.
When the last admiral left the room, everyone quietly stood up and headed to where they were supposed to be. The crew of the Trax mostly took the turbo lift, but others went another way. Everyone had to be on board by 0300 hours, which left about an hour and a half.
"Captain!" a voice called over the sound of many people talking amongst themselves.
Scott Regoso looked around. After all, he was the only captain in the room. "Hey Malcolm, how are you," he asked his first officer.
The two officers had known each other since the academy. Both class of '42. Commander Sager hid his jealousy about Regoso being promoted to captain while he was left as a commander. They served together on the Enterprise -G several years ago as Lieutenant Commanders, both heads of different science departments. On an away mission to Galyos II, Sager transported back to the ship once his task was completed. A fire broke out in the Science Lab on the planet, and Regoso was promoted to Commander and transferred to another ship after he saved the other scientists working there. He was ordered to transport back to the ship by his Captain when the fire broke out, but he refused and went back into the burning structure to save the lives of seven scientists. He was not court martialed, because at the time for some reason the Captain was under the impression the seven scientists had already died when the fire broke out in the first place, which was caused by a small explosion with an experimental compound known as Quolexalene. Ever since then, Regoso was always one rank ahead of his companion. Luckilly though, Admiral Regoso was in charge of the assembling the crew of the Trax, and his son requested that Sager be his first officer.
"I'm fine sir," replied Sager.
"It's okay Malcolm, the mission hasn't started yet. You do have permission to speak freely."
Commander Sager nodded.
There was an awkward pause. They hadn't seen each other since Regoso was transfered from the Enterprise 5 years ago. They had seen each other the day before, but since then the only communication they had was through subspace.
A woman approached the captain. She was wearing a Starfleet uniform, and the pips on her neck indicated she had a rank of Lieutenant Commander. "Captain Regoso, I'm Lieutenant Commander Michelle Tainer. I'm the operations officer on the Trax."
Regoso reached out an shook her hand. "It's nice to meet you Lieutenant. I look forward to working with you."
"As do I sir. I'll see you on the bridge of the Trax."
Regoso nodded, and the Lieutenant walked away.
Captain Regoso started walking, so Commander Sager followed. "How've you been," Sager asked casually. "Are you looking forward to your first assignment as captain?"
Regoso nodded with enthusiasm. "Yes. I'm quite eager to test this new transwarp drive."
"Test?" asked Sager, a hint of fear in his voice. "You mean the transwarp drive has never been tested?"
"Well, not exactly. But dozens and dozens of simulations have been done, and there are no doubts in my mind that this is not going going to work. I have complete confidence and trust in the engineers that designed this transwarp drive. Remember Malcom, Starfleet has been working on this new technology for decades."
There was a pause. The two of them just walked down the corridor, deciding to take the long route to the Trax, and to get a great view of it as well.
"Malcolm?"
His friend was silent for a momment, then spoke. "Oh, sorry. I was just thinking who the chief engineer will be. I haven't seen a crew manifest yet, and I'm not aware of many Starfleet officers that are familiar with this new transwarp technology."
"Well, since you're so curious. Once we arrive on the ship, our first stop will be engineering."
"Thanks." Sager smiled. "You know, over the years you have always done favours for me. Whenever I ask for anything and it's within your capabilities, you always find a way to do it for me. Why is that?"
Captain Regoso chuckled. "It's because one day I know that you will owe me big."
Sager chuckled as well, and the two of them continued walking.
"Four hundred years ago today, the warp barrier was broken. This event was a crucial breakthrough for humans in space exploration. It allowed us to meet and interact with other species, and later to colonize entire planets. Zefram Cochrane was the name of the man who made this incredible breakthrough, and he will be remembered always in Earth's history. But today is not about history." He paused. Not a word was said among anyone in the room.
Everyone's eyes were focused on Admiral Regoso. The admirals sitting behind him were also completely focused. The Admiral reached for his glass of water and took a sip. He took a breath, and continued. "Today is about the present, and the future. Starfleet has made it our goal to have this proceeding on the anniversary of the first warp flight. There is a reason for that as well, and I will get to that. But first, I would like you all to give your complete attention to my son: Captain Scott Regoso.
The room suddenly was filled with the sound of clapping from over three hundred people. "The date of April 4th, 2063 was no doubt one of the most important events in Earth's history. As you all know, we intend to make this day important as well. That is true. Before that happens though, I would like to recall some important events in Earth's history. Now I have noticed that every century, during the seventh decade, and important event in space exploration occurred. Starting on July 16th, 1969, when Neil Armstrong was the human to set foot on our moon. As we have discussed, the following century on April 4th, 2063, Zefram Cochrane was the first human to travel faster than the speed of light. Ninety-eight years after that, in the year 2161, many groups of explorers, including Starfleet came together to form the United Federation of Planets. In 2265 the Starship Enterprise set out on it's five year mission under the command on Captain James T. Kirk. Almost exactly one hundred years following that event, in 2364, the Enterprise's successor, the Enterprise -D, set out under the command of Captain Jean-Luc Picard. Now, on April 4th, 2463, we plan to break a new threshold. And to break that threshold, we will need a ship." Captain Regoso turned around to face the space windows, showing the other half of the space station orbiting Earth. "Ladies and gentlemen, I present to you, the U.S.S. Trax."
Slowly but surely, the tip of a ship could be seen by everyone in the room. Soon to be followed by half of it. Eventually, the entire ship could be seen by everyone in the room.
The room exploded with applause. On one half of the room was the crew of the Starship Trax, approximately two hundred eighty-seven officers. On the other half was other Starfleet officers that wanted to attend, as well as members of other species, also eager to attend. Behind the Captain were several dozen admirals including his father, all sitting in chairs in a line.
The applause died down, and the Captain spoke. "The Trax is an experimental ship with the most advanced technology in Starfleet, and possibly the Federation. It is equipped with twenty-one phaser banks, as well as thirty-two quantum torpedoes, twenty-seven transphasic torpedoes, and a newly developed technology known as temporal torpedoes, which are designed to phase in and out of our space-time continuum, making it easier to penetrate enemies' shields. Hopefully though, they won't be necessary. The ship has full hull armour plating, twenty times more powerful then the shields of a normal starship, and is equipped with multi-vector assault mode. As for speed, it has full thrusters impulse drive, and a top speed of Warp 9.99. Now once again, turn your attention to my father, Admiral Regoso."
Captain Regoso stepped aside, and motioned for his father to take his place. He did, and the floor was his. "Thank you son," he started. "Captain Regoso will be commanding the Starship Trax along with his first officer: Commander Malcolm Sager. This starship is no ordinary starship though. It is equipped with the first, stable transwarp drive in the Federation. There are some people that believe that transwarp is similar to travelling beyond Warp 10. That is not true at all. It is a near fact, that achieving a speed of Warp 10 is impossible, with one minor exception, which resulted in severe consequences. Transwarp is a speed that is used to travel great distances by using subspace tunnels. Travelling through these tunnels results in a great deal of tachyon resistance, but the transwarp drive emits anti-tachyon pulses using a modified amount of trilithium, and warp particles. That's why a ship must be at warp to attain transwarp. Our plan is to break the transwarp barrier exactly four hundred years after Zefram Cochrane broke the warp barrier, down to the nearest minute. That leaves us approximately ten hours to stay on schedule. I believe we are finished here. The crew of the Trax will be transferred onto their ship, while several other officers and I will head down to the bridge of the station to monitor the ship. Dismissed."
The admiral turned around and headed toward the door. The admirals stood up and followed him. It was respectful to wait until the admirals leave until everyone else was allowed to stand up.
When the last admiral left the room, everyone quietly stood up and headed to where they were supposed to be. The crew of the Trax mostly took the turbo lift, but others went another way. Everyone had to be on board by 0300 hours, which left about an hour and a half.
"Captain!" a voice called over the sound of many people talking amongst themselves.
Scott Regoso looked around. After all, he was the only captain in the room. "Hey Malcolm, how are you," he asked his first officer.
The two officers had known each other since the academy. Both class of '42. Commander Sager hid his jealousy about Regoso being promoted to captain while he was left as a commander. They served together on the Enterprise -G several years ago as Lieutenant Commanders, both heads of different science departments. On an away mission to Galyos II, Sager transported back to the ship once his task was completed. A fire broke out in the Science Lab on the planet, and Regoso was promoted to Commander and transferred to another ship after he saved the other scientists working there. He was ordered to transport back to the ship by his Captain when the fire broke out, but he refused and went back into the burning structure to save the lives of seven scientists. He was not court martialed, because at the time for some reason the Captain was under the impression the seven scientists had already died when the fire broke out in the first place, which was caused by a small explosion with an experimental compound known as Quolexalene. Ever since then, Regoso was always one rank ahead of his companion. Luckilly though, Admiral Regoso was in charge of the assembling the crew of the Trax, and his son requested that Sager be his first officer.
"I'm fine sir," replied Sager.
"It's okay Malcolm, the mission hasn't started yet. You do have permission to speak freely."
Commander Sager nodded.
There was an awkward pause. They hadn't seen each other since Regoso was transfered from the Enterprise 5 years ago. They had seen each other the day before, but since then the only communication they had was through subspace.
A woman approached the captain. She was wearing a Starfleet uniform, and the pips on her neck indicated she had a rank of Lieutenant Commander. "Captain Regoso, I'm Lieutenant Commander Michelle Tainer. I'm the operations officer on the Trax."
Regoso reached out an shook her hand. "It's nice to meet you Lieutenant. I look forward to working with you."
"As do I sir. I'll see you on the bridge of the Trax."
Regoso nodded, and the Lieutenant walked away.
Captain Regoso started walking, so Commander Sager followed. "How've you been," Sager asked casually. "Are you looking forward to your first assignment as captain?"
Regoso nodded with enthusiasm. "Yes. I'm quite eager to test this new transwarp drive."
"Test?" asked Sager, a hint of fear in his voice. "You mean the transwarp drive has never been tested?"
"Well, not exactly. But dozens and dozens of simulations have been done, and there are no doubts in my mind that this is not going going to work. I have complete confidence and trust in the engineers that designed this transwarp drive. Remember Malcom, Starfleet has been working on this new technology for decades."
There was a pause. The two of them just walked down the corridor, deciding to take the long route to the Trax, and to get a great view of it as well.
"Malcolm?"
His friend was silent for a momment, then spoke. "Oh, sorry. I was just thinking who the chief engineer will be. I haven't seen a crew manifest yet, and I'm not aware of many Starfleet officers that are familiar with this new transwarp technology."
"Well, since you're so curious. Once we arrive on the ship, our first stop will be engineering."
"Thanks." Sager smiled. "You know, over the years you have always done favours for me. Whenever I ask for anything and it's within your capabilities, you always find a way to do it for me. Why is that?"
Captain Regoso chuckled. "It's because one day I know that you will owe me big."
Sager chuckled as well, and the two of them continued walking.