USS Astraeus

undefinedThe USS Astraeus is a Yorktown-class starship assigned to the 5th Special Operations Division. The Astraeus also serves as the fleet's flagship, which is captained by Marcus Cole, and under the operational command of Fleet Admiral Trent Bayliss. The Astraeus was decommissioned following a devastating confrontation with the Kazon

Current Crew

 * Captain: Capt. Marcus Cole
 * First Officer: Cmdr. R'Teia M'hrrrezi
 * Second Officer: Lt. Cmdr. Nadaar
 * Chief Science Officer: Lt. Cmdr. Yolen
 * Chief Engineer: Lt. Cmdr. Huolar
 * Counselor: Lt. Cmdr. Arkhan River
 * Chief Medical Officer: Dr. Samantha Eakin
 * Chief of Security: Lt. Cmdr. Jho'deb Ahadi

Vessel Modifications
The USS Astraeus is equipped with state-of-the-art scientific equipment, including some of Starfleet's most advanced sensor technology. Additionally, the ship is equipped with classified weaponry per Starfleet directive.

Notable Events
The USS Astraeus officially completed its shakedown cruise stardate 95415.58 (June 1, 2418), and was formally certified for assignment by Fleet Admiral Bayliss on stardate 95423.98 (June 4, 2418).

During a confrontation with the Kazon over a pre-warp world the vessel was severely crippled. The acting commander officer was placed under arrest fr negligence and involuntary manslaughter on 10 counts. All charges were later dismissed.

Service History

 * 2415
 * Initial plans for the starship design are certified by Starfleet Command.
 * 2417
 * Construction on the then-unnamed starship begins.
 * 2418
 * Upon the destruction of the USS Hyperion, construction on the Astraeus is expedited, and the ship is officially designated for assignment to the 5th Special Operations Division.
 * On June 4, 2418, the USS Astraeus is officially certified for assignment, as is designated as the flagship for the 5th Special Operations Division, with Marcus Cole commanding.
 * Captain Marcus Cole disappears without a trace, CMO Samantha Eakin is put in charge
 * Following a confrontation with the Kazon the ship is heavily damaged and decommisioned