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Posted on Sat May 19th, 2012 @ 5:53am by Admiral Salem Witchwood in General News

For all simmers, these are the Fleet rules, along with a few new ones added by the Admiralty. Please read as these go into effect immediately. The will be also listed in the wiki section of each site.



Without rules Society even in its most minute form would fall, and Quicksilver Fleet is no different. Even still we hold fast to the ideals that this is first and foremost a GAME, and will do everything in our power to keep it fun and entertaining. However; we need your help to keep it such. So we have compiled a list of rules that we as the Admiralty in QSF would like EVERYONE to adhere to.


Characters:


1. When creating a new character, please refrain from using canon character names from any other location, be it Star Trek, Indiana Jones, Star Wars, or any other movie/book unless given expressed approval from an Admin member. First names OR Last names can be used, however do not use them together. For Example Harry Potter is NOT acceptable, but Harry Jones, or Indiana Potter is fine.


2. When creating a character, please note that magical powers or god-like abilities are not acceptable. If you are playing a non canon race, or one that you have created you are required to send a bio for the race before playing them. (Species are subject to Admiralty Approval)


3. Characters are not allowed to be Borg, or have Borg implants without expressed permission from the Admiralty.


4. All characters are required to have FULL biographies. They should all be original and in no way copy or mimic canon characters. Unless specifically told otherwise, all characters are the property of their creators and are not to be written for. It is up to the Commanding Officer to handle any infringement upon this rule.


5. Characters are not allowed to have Royalty status while serving onboard any ship in the QSF. You may mention that it has been put on hold, but no lording it over another character, this is not acceptable.


6. Unless your Commanding Officer says otherwise, players are allowed to have more than one character per ship, as long as they are listed in the subject heading as which one you are writing for. However since it is up to your CO, their say is final on this matter.


7. It is up to your Commanding Officer to determine promotions. Promotions are widely determined by posting quality, as well as a person's specific assistance in moving a mission, helping a fellow simmer, or assisting the ship in some other way. No one may be promoted to Executive officer with approval from the Admiralty as they may be assigned higher abilities within the website.


8. No characters may be permanently deleted from any simm within the fleet. If a character will no longer be used they are to be made inactive. After sixty days if the simmer determines they will not be bringing this character back, the biography may be erased by the Commanding Officer or XO, however the character name will remain permanently for the ease of crew who wish to verify information on previous posts.


9. The ONLY persons allowed to alter an approved biography for a character in use is the Commanding Officer or XO on the simm. If a crew member wishes to make changes to their biography they must submit those changes to BOTH the Commanding Officer and XO for approval.


10. Once a character is created no simmer may override that information with a new character.


Posting:


1. Please keep all posts realistic. A ship would not have their shields down 98 percent and still attack a Borg cube, nor have their warp engines fixed in fifteen minutes after being totally destroyed.


2. Unless otherwise stated by your CO, you are allowed to post One Mission Entry and One Personal Log in a 24 hour period of time, unless someone else posts after you. If this is the case you are free to post again.


3. Unless otherwise stated by your CO, Quicksilver Fleet does not have a minimum word count for posts, but please remember we are trying to move missions along and post accordingly.


4. Please respect the rating of the ship, and keep your content within it. Posts with explicit material will have it changed by the author or deleted off of the site if it does not comply with the rating.


5. Races, planets, moons, stars, and systems are allowed to be created, however upon doing such it is required that the QSF Admirals be emailed with a description and if possible a picture of your race in order to be added to the database. Email your updates here.


6. Joint posts are a collective effort of two or more simmers. Joint posts are not to be posted as an active post until ALL parties have approved it. The ONLY exception would be if a period (No Less than 48 hours) of time passed and one or more of the simmers were not responding and not replying to requests for them to respond.




Other Fleet Rules:




1. QSF is (unless otherwise noted) a PG-13 fleet. ALL members must be at least 13 years old in order to join. Each ship has a rating; some higher than PG-13, so please respect that. Your Captain is responsible for informing you of their specific ship rating.


2. Poaching* is NOT permitted. This includes PMs and forums. You may RECRUIT over Email or IM, or in a command approved embassy such as a board/yahoo group designed for the same reason. *Poaching is recruiting with the intent of pulling the person to/from QSF or a ship within/outside without the authorization of his or her commanding officer.


3. Racism, insulting, harassing and other generally abusive things are NOT permitted anywhere in QSF. Do not use the posting sites as ways to yell or criticize anyone, or their posts. If a post needs to be changed, the Captain or Executive Officer will be the one to deal with it. Any violation of this could result in A) Moderation, B) Suspension, and C) Termination and banning from this fleet. We do not want an environment that people cannot come freely and have fun, please keep it enjoyable!


4. No member of Quicksilver fleet is allowed to provoke or harass ANY member, nor any outside organization. Violation of this rule could result in expulsion from the fleet.


5. Any person in Command within Quicksilver Fleet (Captain, Admiralty) can simm in other fleets and ships if they so please. HOWEVER, they are NOT allowed to be promoted above Commander, nor hold a position higher than Executive Officer. This is to keep any individual from having a conflict-of-interest between all fleets involved.


6. Quicksilver Fleet reserves the right to remove any person(s) deemed a threat to the safe and fun environment that we strive to create here. However, if you feel you have been removed unfairly; please contact the DFO here


7. System Administrator is to be held by: Admiral Tabolt, Simm Commanding Officer and Executive Officer. No other simmers (Including Admirals) are allowed to hold that access.


8. The ONLY persons allowed to approve new characters are the Commanding Officer and their XO if they so deem so.


9. Copying others work from the sims, books and/or online articles and/or writing off the internet is prohibited. Posts must be unique and written in your own words. Plagerism is not allowed.


10. The fleet chain-of-command is as follows:



Commander In Chief
Director of Fleet Operations
Director of Fleet R & D
Director of Fleet Personnel
Director of Fleet Reports and Recruiting
Director of Starfleet Marines

» May Newsletter

Posted on Thu May 17th, 2012 @ 8:15pm by Lieutenant Commander Terri Davis in General News

May Newsletter 2012

Hello and welcome to the Quicksilver Fleet Newsletter. My name is Admiral Wilson I am the Newsletter Editor. If you have anything you'd like to see in the Newsletter please send it to me and I will look it over and submit it in a future edition. This can be anything from a new job, to a wedding, to the birth of a child. Anything. This is your newsletter too!! Email them to me at admiralwilson@quicksilverfleet.com or taraflyer181@gmail.com
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Quicksilver Fleet is always interested in adding new ships. If you wish to do so, however; please keep in mind that you must maintain four posts a month on your current ship. Also, you will need to recruit four people, preferably outside the fleet.

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PRIME DIRECTIVE

As the right of each sentient species to live in accordance with its normal cultural evolution is considered sacred, no Star Fleet personnel may interfere with the healthy development of alien life and culture. Such interference includes the introduction of superior knowledge, strength, or technology to a world whose society is incapable of handling such advantages wisely. Star Fleet personnel may not violate this Prime Directive, even to save their lives and/or their ship unless they are acting to right an earlier violation or an accidental contamination of said culture. This directive takes precedence over any and all other considerations, and carries with it the highest moral Obligation.

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If you need to reach the Admiralty:

Commander - in - Chief:
Fleet Admiral Dakota Olvera: fleetadmiralolvera@quicksilverfleet.com, or sjaguilera78@yahoo.com

She is responsible for the operation of the fleet as a whole and fills in for the DFO, when he's unavailable. If you have already contacted one of the Admirals in regards to their related field, and not received a reply, or your situation isn't covered, please contact her.

Director of Fleet Operations:
Admiral Michael Talbot: admiraltalbot@quicksilverfleet.com or forevertrek@gmail.com

He's responsible for the day to day operations. If you want to bring a ship in or have any concerns please contact him before the CNC or any of the other Admiralty.


Director of Fleet Personnel:
Admiral Cassieus Deneau: admiraldeneau@quicksilverfleet.com or eyeoftheagle@gmail.com

She is responsible for ensuring a peaceful and happy place. If you have any issues, or just need someone to talk to- she is your go to Admiral!

Director of Fleet Reports and Recruiting:
Admiral Katrina Wilson: admiralwilson@quicksilverfleet.com or taraflyer181@gmail.com
She is responsible for the newsletter and recruitment. If you need crew, please send her a list of what positions you need.

Commandant of the Starfleet Marine Corps:
Field Marshal Samuel Barnes: fieldmarshalbarnes@quicksilverfleet.com or celticat68@yahoo.com
He is responsible for all of the Fleet's Marines. If there is an issue with the Marines, or you have questions regarding what is canon- contact him.

Director of Internal Affairs:
Admiral Henry (Hank) Youngdeer: admiralyoungdeer@quicksilverfleet.com or warriorkltic@yahoo.com
He is responsible for the safety and security of our fleet. If there are issues that cannot be resolved he is the final step in the process to ensure that everything is working smoothly.

Just a reminder, all crew biographies are to be complete BEFORE simmers post. Please check your crew and make certain everyone has done this, if not give them a mandated time to have this done...no later than 4 days from this newsletter.

Also, if any crew has an original species they have two weeks to submit a completed history to the Admiralty for approval.

Thank you,

Admiral Olvera
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When creating a species it is required that you fill out a bio sheet for them and then turn it into the Admiralty. Please go here to get a copy. No Exceptions.
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[Rules]

We now have our rules published once more on the website. I am pleased that I also had to alter them on a second page for our first ever NON TREK simm :) Although they are still a work in progress, please read them and inform your crews that they are required to read them and reference them.

http://quicksilverfleet.com/sfrules.htm - for ST Simms
http://quicksilverfleet.com/nonsfrules.htm - for NON ST Simms

If any of you have anything that you feel needs to be addressed within the rules, or that needs to be added, please email me at admiraltabolt@quicksilverfleet.com. Thanks.

[Requirements]

Posting is not an optional thing; each and every member of our fleet should be posting within the required time. This is not something that is negotiable.
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Captains please have your stats to me no later than the tenth of each month, they should also be posted to your ships as well. If anyone needs help in doing their stats please let me know. I will be more than happy to assist. If your ship or starbase is not listed that means I didn't get anything from you. Stats are important not only for your crew but for the admirals as well. It helps us it see how each ship in the fleet is doing.

Ship: USS Horizon-A
Registry Number: NCC 1883-A
Fleet Quicksilver:
Number of Posts Last Month: N/A
Number of Posts This Month: 10
Number of Joint Posts: 3
Date: May 9, 2012
Captain William Wallace: LOA
Executive Officer Commander Maya Wind:
Second Officer: N/A

Starbase Gibralter
SB 231
Quicksilver Fleet

Commanding Officer: Brigadier General Talia Radeem
Executive Officer: Colonel Colby Ford
Assistant Executive Officer: Lieutenant Commander Taavis

Date: May 10, 2012
Month Stats are for: April 2012

Total Posts Last Month: N/A

Total Posts This Month: 473

Ship Name: USS North Star
Registry Number: NCC78664
Fleet: Quicksilver:

Number of Posts Last Month: N/A We just launched
Number of Posts This Month:60
Number of Joint Posts: 38
Admiral Dakota Olvera: 1
Commanding Officer: Captain Cyndi Song:
Executive Officer: Commander Sicar Downs:
Assistant Executive Officer: Lieutenant Commander Nadia Woods

Ship Name: USS Atlantis
Registry Number: NX-711137
Fleet: Quicksilver Fleet

Commanding Officer: Captain Jackson Gregory
Executive Officer: n/a
Assistant Executive Officer: Lieutenant Commander Andy Kosh

Date: 5/05/12

Total Posts Last Month: 28

Total Posts This Month: 1 (Keep in mind it's just turned over to a new month.)

Starbase Zenith
SB 193
Quicksilver Fleet

Commanding Officer: Captain Sean Monaghan
Executive Officer: Commander Joel Haines
Assistant Executive Officer: Major Kyle Justice

Date: May 10, 2012
Month Stats are for: April 2012

Total Posts Last Month: N/A

Total Posts This Month: 16
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Cook Book!!

In the past there had been talk of a Fleet Cookbook, I know we have some good cooks out there. Please send me any recopies you like. To make it even more fun and interesting please do it by character and ship. For example I'd submit one as Admiral Wilson Starbase Gibralter and my recipe would be No Bake Cookies. I'll collect all recipes and save them until I have enough to publish the cookbook. It will be sent to anyone who would like a copy of it as a word file. I think this would be fun and a chance to see how many different recopies we can collect. Please make sure you title it as Appetizer, Salad, Main Dish, Casserole, Desert ETC.
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Please remember this is your newsletter too. If you have anything you'd like me to publish send it to me and I'll look it over and include it in a future edition. It can be anything from a wedding, a birthday of you, your spouse, child, anything you'd like to share.
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Trivia Time!!!!!!!

While most Trekkies will have known this detail for decades, this is the first time that Uhura has been given a first name on screen: Nyota. Gene Roddenberry never came up with a first name for her, so many thought this meant she did not have one, although in literature, Uhura is often referred to as Nyota by her comrades, and she is also referred to as Nyota Uhura in the DC Comics publication "Who's Who in Star Trek". There are several nods to this history in the movie: first, when Kirk first meets (and hits on) Uhura in a bar and tells her, "if you don't tell me your name, I'm gonna have to make one up," and then when she refuses to tell Kirk her first name throughout the film.



The character that Bruce Greenwood plays, Captain Christopher Pike, was the commanding officer of the USS Enterprise in the unaired Star Trek pilot episode, Star Trek: The Cage. In that episode, Pike was portrayed by Jeffrey Hunter. Initially, the episode was rejected but when a second pilot was ordered, Hunter dropped out of the series so the part was rewritten and recast with William Shatner as Captain James T. Kirk. The footage from the unaired pilot was later woven into the episode Star Trek: The Menagerie: Part I.

Majel Barrett, the wife of "Star Trek" creator Gene Roddenberry, is the voice of the Enterprise computer. She'd also been the computer voice in Star Trek: The Next Generation, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine and Star Trek: Voyager, and had played Pike's first officer in Star Trek: The Cage. She completed her voice-over work from her home, two weeks before her death on December 18, 2008.
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Until Next Month
Submitted by
Admiral Katrina Wilson/Editor.

» Zenith Stats

Posted on Thu May 10th, 2012 @ 4:01pm by Commodore Sean Monaghan in Out of Character

Starbase Zenith
SB 193
Quicksilver Fleet

Commanding Officer: Captain Sean Monaghan
Executive Officer: Commander Joel Haines
Assistant Executive Officer: Major Kyle Justice

Date: May 10, 2012
Month Stats are for: April 2012

Total Posts Last Month: N/A

Total Posts This Month: 16

Posts by Crewman:

Captain Sean Monaghan: 3
Captain Catriana:
Senior Commander Joel Haines: 3
Commander Simon Parris:
Commander Gregory Shadow:
Major Kyle Justice: 1
Lt. Commander K'Gor:
Lt. Commander Terri Davis: 1
Lt. Commander Eric Gates:
Major Mark Janis:
Major Shannon Devlin: 1
Lt. Bellicos:
Lt. Celine Quinn:
Lt. Delenn Mira:
Lt. Paul MCeshen:
Lt. Ryan Fowler:
Lt. Alexis Emerson:
Lieutenant Sirella:
Lieutenant Sienna Maguire:
Marine Captain Jaro Antos: 4
Marine Captain Oka:
Lt. JG Jason Monroe:
1st Lieutenant Natasha Rodriguez:
Lt. JG Mandros:
Lt. JG Trentin Celes: 1
Lt. JG Tessie Dela Vega Alverez:
Ensign Avery Reed: 1
2nd Lt. Case:
Corporal Gabriella Sirico:
Chief Warrant Officer Ka'Plonnt:
Staff Warrant Officer Celina Meloy:
Gunnery Sergeant Borelli:
Crewman Apprentice Kegee Caris:
Private First Class Marla:
Civilian Venis:
Civilian Slartibartfast:
Civilian Shauna Parris:
Civilian Jordan Haines:
Civilian Cookie:
Civilian K'Rel:
Civilian Shane Bourne:
Civilian Ceri Greystone:
Colonel Hurgas:
Lieutenant Ch'Tang:
Civilian Deela:
Civilian Rekha Singh:
Civilian Troy Sandler:
Civilian Jeffren:
Civilian Q'Sel:
Civilian Sherry Burns:
Civilian James T. Kirk:
Civilian Troy Sandler:
Civilian Sara Collins:
Civilian Alia Young: 1
Civilian Elliot Gibbs:
Civilian Maria Gibbs:
Civilian Debbi Crane:
Sub-Commander Rekar:
Diplomat Taris:
Lt. Colonel Surla:

Visiting Character:

Fleet Admiral Dakota Olvera:
Admiral Michael A Tabolt:
Field Marshal Samuel Barnes:


Number of JP's: 1

MIA:

To be honest, it is hard to define who is MIA and who is not because of the amount of characters that we have onboard the Zenith. This being said; I want every ACTIVE member to report in and list off the characters that they intend to continue on with. Any that you wish to be deactivated will need to be listed as well in a separate column.

Most Posts: Marine Captain Jaro Antos: 4

Most Posts by USER: Sean with 7

Best Character Post:

Best Story Post: Post Number:
Funniest Post: Post Number:

Most Valuable Player: Senior Commander Joel Haines.

This player constantly kept me in the loop with the goings on onboard my simm even when I was not able to be an active participant. I appreciate this simmers constant diligence!

Rookie of the Month:

Promotions/Demotions:
Departing Characters:

New Characters:
Mission Summary: A Klingon Vessel has been spotted on long range scanners, and it turns out to be one of the mission reported by the Klingon Empire. Senior Commander Haines and a brave group head for the freighter... what will they find?
From the Executive Officer's Padd:
Slow month or not, you're an amazing crew! I know we can get things moving again with this new mission. Let's all jump into it and get posting! Thanks for sharing the Universe with me, it is my honor to have you here.

From the Captain's Padd:

It is quite apparent that we had a slow month, and I know I am mostly to blame for this. With the birth of my second daughter and the startup of my business I am learning how to balance my time. I want to continue with the Zenith and I want you all to stick with me. We WILL get her moving again! You all are an amazing crew, and I value each and every one of you.
This being said, it is obvious that we are having issues. As I mentioned above I want to know who is staying and who is going, simmer and character. We need figure out where we are headed. I appreciate your hard work! Let's get to it again!

Captain Sean Monaghan

Stats Respectfully Submitted by:

Captain Sean Monaghan
Commanding Officer
Starbase Zenith
Proud Member of Quicksilver Fleet

» NEW MISSION

Posted on Wed Apr 25th, 2012 @ 3:42pm by Fleet Admiral Dakota Olvera in General News

The first post for a new mission is up. Let's get posting!

» April Newsletter

Posted on Fri Apr 20th, 2012 @ 11:35pm by Lieutenant Commander Terri Davis in General News

April Newsletter 2012

Hello and welcome to the Quicksilver Fleet Newsletter. My name is Admiral Wilson I am the Newsletter Editor. If you have anything you'd like to see in the Newsletter please send it to me and I will look it over and submit it in a future edition. This can be anything from a new job, to a wedding, to the birth of a child. Anything. This is your newsletter too!! Email them to me at admiralwilson@quicksilverfleet.com or taraflyer181@gmail.com
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Quicksilver Fleet is always interested in adding new ships. If you wish to do so, however; please keep in mind that you must maintain four posts a month on your current ship. Also, you will need to recruit four people, preferably outside the fleet.

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PRIME DIRECTIVE

As the right of each sentient species to live in accordance with its normal cultural evolution is considered sacred, no Star Fleet personnel may interfere with the healthy development of alien life and culture. Such interference includes the introduction of superior knowledge, strength, or technology to a world whose society is incapable of handling such advantages wisely. Star Fleet personnel may not violate this Prime Directive, even to save their lives and/or their ship unless they are acting to right an earlier violation or an accidental contamination of said culture. This directive takes precedence over any and all other considerations, and carries with it the highest moral Obligation.

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If you need to reach the Admiralty:

Commander - in - Chief:
Fleet Admiral Dakota Olvera: fleetadmiralolvera@quicksilverfleet.com, or sjaguilera78@yahoo.com

She is responsible for the operation of the fleet as a whole and fills in for the DFO, when he's unavailable. If you have already contacted one of the Admirals in regards to their related field, and not received a reply, or your situation isn't covered, please contact her.

Director of Fleet Operations:
Admiral Michael Talbot: admiraltalbot@quicksilverfleet.com or forevertrek@gmail.com

He's responsible for the day to day operations. If you want to bring a ship in or have any concerns please contact him before the CNC or any of the other Admiralty.


Director of Fleet Personnel:
Admiral Cassieus Deneau: admiraldeneau@quicksilverfleet.com or eyeoftheagle@gmail.com

She is responsible for ensuring a peaceful and happy place. If you have any issues, or just need someone to talk to- she is your go to Admiral!

Director of Fleet Reports and Recruiting:
Admiral Katrina Wilson: admiralwilson@quicksilverfleet.com or taraflyer181@gmail.com
She is responsible for the newsletter and recruitment. If you need crew, please send her a list of what positions you need.

Commandant of the Starfleet Marine Corps:
Field Marshal Samuel Barnes: fieldmarshalbarnes@quicksilverfleet.com or celticat68@yahoo.com
He is responsible for all of the Fleet's Marines. If there is an issue with the Marines, or you have questions regarding what is canon- contact him.

Director of Internal Affairs:
Admiral Henry (Hank) Youngdeer: admiralyoungdeer@quicksilverfleet.com or warriorkltic@yahoo.com
He is responsible for the safety and security of our fleet. If there are issues that cannot be resolved he is the final step in the process to ensure that everything is working smoothly.

Just a reminder, all crew biographies are to be complete BEFORE simmers post. Please check your crew and make certain everyone has done this, if not give them a mandated time to have this done...no later than 4 days from this newsletter.

Also, if any crew has an original species they have two weeks to submit a completed history to the Admiralty for approval.

Thank you,

Admiral Olvera
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When creating a species it is required that you fill out a bio sheet for them and then turn it into the Admiralty. Please go here to get a copy. No Exceptions.
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[Rules]

We now have our rules published once more on the website. I am pleased that I also had to alter them on a second page for our first ever NON TREK simm :) Although they are still a work in progress, please read them and inform your crews that they are required to read them and reference them.

http://quicksilverfleet.com/sfrules.htm - for ST Simms
http://quicksilverfleet.com/nonsfrules.htm - for NON ST Simms

If any of you have anything that you feel needs to be addressed within the rules, or that needs to be added, please email me at admiraltabolt@quicksilverfleet.com. Thanks.

[Requirements]

Posting is not an optional thing; each and every member of our fleet should be posting within the required time. This is not something that is negotiable.

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Ladies and Gentlemen,

It has come to my attention that there has been harassment going on around the fleet towards several of our members. Let me be clear now and forever more. THIS. IS. NOT. TOLERATED. It clearly states in our rules and regulations that harassing of any kind can and most likely will result in your expulsion from the fleet. We founded this fleet five years ago in the effort to provide a safe and enjoyable experience for our simmers. Anyone detracting from this is at cross purposes with the Admiralty. Anyone up to this point has a free pass and recommend that you USE IT and start fresh with your fellow simmers. From this point on we will begin building a case against anyone* that decides they are above this ruling. This is not written in reference to any in particular; so before I see a million emails in my inbox complaining that I am attacking you let assure you that this was intended for EVERYONE and am in no way singling one individual out.

Thank you for your time and adherence to this notice.

Admiral Michael A. Tabolt
Director of Fleet Operations
Quicksilver Fleet
www.quicksilverfleet.com
admiraltabolt@quicksilverfleet.com

*Admirals are not exempt from this notice. If you feel that any member of the Admiralty is harassing you follow the chain of Command and contact another member. An investigation will commence. Thank you.

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Captains please have your stats to me no later than the tenth of each month, they should also be posted to your ships as well. If anyone needs help in doing their stats please let me know. I will be more than happy to assist.
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I want to thank Admiral Tabolt for filling in for me and doing such an outstanding job on the newsletter for me. Please also join with me in extending congratulations to Admiral Tabolt and his wife on the birth of their second child, a girl.
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I am going to bring back monthly interviews of captain's something I used to do. So captains be on the lookout. I will pick one at random each month and interview you. I will email you the questions and you can email me back your responses. Once I have all the captain's done I'll move onto the executive officers and so on.
In the past there had been talk of a Fleet Cookbook, I know we have some good cooks out there. Please send me any recopies you like. To make it even more fun and interesting please do it by character and ship. For example I'd submit one as Admiral Wilson Starbase Gibralter and my recipe would be No Bake Cookies. I'll collect all recopies and save them until I have enough to publish the cookbook. It will be sent to anyone who would like a copy of it as a word file. I think this would be fun and a chance to see how many different recopies we can collect. Please make sure you title it as Appetizer , Salad, Main Dish, Casserole, Desert ETC.
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That said it's now Trivia Time!!!

Contrary to popular belief, neither Captain Kirk nor anyone else ever said, "Beam me up, Scotty," in any episode.

The series' opening theme has lyrics that were never used (although they were published in the book "The Making of Star Trek", by Stephen J. Whitfield). They were written by Gene Roddenberry, not so that they would be sung on-screen (which he never intended or even wanted), but so that he could take a co-writer credit and receive a residual payments for the theme's use alongside the theme's composer, Alexander Courage. Roddenberry did this nearly a year after the show was first aired, taking advantage of a contract clause that Courage claimed not to have been aware of. Although Courage never took the matter to court, he expressed resentment on numerous occasions to the way Roddenberry "swindled" 50% of the popular theme's royalties from him. Roddenberry's response was, "Hey, I have to get some money somewhere. I'm sure not going to get it out of the profits of Star Trek." After the first season of Star Trek, the two never worked together again - although the music has been used in various forms in many of the spin-off projects.

If you have any Trivia that you'd like to include by all means send it to me.

Until Next Month.

Submitted
Admiral Wilson
Editor.