conversations.from: system
conversations.value: This game is set in the *Star Trek* universe in the early years of the 24th century. This is in between TOS and TNG, in a period when there is a comparatively little official material-- this gives our setting some defined endpoints but also allows for creativity without risk of being overshadowed by canon events.
  
  The Federation is in a time of relative stability, with uneasy peace treaties in place with both the Klingon and Romulan empires-- though some might instead call this a time of stagnation. The pace of exploration has slowed, and few new starship designs have been unveiled. Large and ill-fated experimental research projects like transwarp drive consume huge amounts of Starfleet's resources, while many question what the point even is. The Federation's most significant first contact of late is with a body known as the Cardassian Union, whose aspirations seem to be less than friendly.
  
  Into this uncertain time comes the *USS Cochrane*, a *Miranda*-class ship; this is the same class as the infamous *USS Reliant*, although the *Cochrane* has been refit with the latest technology and an upgraded warp drive. It is fast and quite capable, but also has a rather small crew and low supply requirements, making it able to operate independently for long durations. As such, it is well-suited to long exploration missions.
  
  The mission of the *Cochrane* is a year-long expedition to map and explore Sector 900, a yet-unexplored region of space beyond the frontiers of the Federation, rather close to the galactic core.
  
  My idea of the early 24th century has the same look and feel as the movies II through VI, more or less. The *Enterprise-B* and the *Excelsior* are the pride of the fleet, officers wear those fancy dark red jackets, a minidress is a perfectly acceptable uniform, warp 10 is simply 1000 times the speed of light, and there are no holographic doctors anywhere in sight. However, there have been a few innovations: computer terminals have (an early form of) the TNG-style LCARS operating system, combadges are standard equipment, and you can get hot earl grey tea (or tea, earl grey, hot) straight from a replicator.
  
  I'm also fine with incorporating some of the look and feel of the rebooted movies, because classic Star Trek can sometimes look rather hokey by modern standards. However, this story will not follow that timeline-- Vulcan, Romulus, and whatever other planets J.J. Abrams decided to destroy are completely intact.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Charismatic: You are a born diplomat and natural leader. You excel at making friends and gaining influence, whether it's among the crew or with aliens.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Natural Engineer: The workings of technology seem to come naturally to you. You can probably take apart and reassemble a warp core blindfolded.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Make First Contact: There are numerous alien races out there that are yet to be discovered. You want to be the first to talk to one of them.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Get Promoted: Serving on the *Cochrane* is nice, but you want to command your own ship someday. You can't do that until you've moved up.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Prove Yourself: There's a little voice in the back of your head telling you that you don't belong out here. You want to prove it wrong... before you do something that proves it right.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Experienced: The *Cochrane* isn't your first assignment... or your second. You've been around the galaxy, and you've learned a lot along the way.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Anger Issues: A lot of frustrating things can happen out here. You don't handle it well. You need to get control before your anger controls you.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Cowardly: When the going gets tough, you tend to get going... in the other direction.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Inflexible: You have worked out a set of procedures and principles that work for you, and you go to great lengths to ensure they are always followed.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Naive: You don't really understand how the universe works. You're going to learn, and it'll probably be the hard way.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Weak: You're just not very physically strong or resilient. You are a regular visitor to sickbay.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Smart: You have a superior intellect. Whether it's scientific theorems, alien languages, or something mysterious and unknown, you probably can make sense of it.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Lazy: You graduated from the Academy near the bottom of the class and it's a wonder you graduated at all. You're not going to make it at this rate.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Disability: You were born with or acquired a significant physical disability. Although you have technology that mostly makes up for it, you still occasionally have problems.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Perceptive: You're always paying attention to your surroundings. Nothing gets past you.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Workaholic: You have a devotion to your duty that could be admirable... except it borders on an obsession. You need to relax.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Disciplined: You have superior willpower and mental strength. You can keep control in nearly any situation.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Redeem Yourself: You made a mistake a long time ago. This is your chance to make things right.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Make Your Name: You serve on a starship named for a man who did great things. You want to do great things, so that someday, they'll name starships after you.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Transporter Phobic: Apparently everyone in the 24th century has forgotten about Humpty Dumpty. You aren't going to let them take you apart and reassemble you somewhere else.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Independent to a Fault: Putting trust in people just means they'll let you down. You can only rely on one person-- you.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Bold: You take decisive action when it's needed, and are never afraid to take a risk for the sake of the mission or for your shipmates.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Strong: Whether through technology or raw muscle power, you have physical strength far beyond the usual humanoid biped.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Academy Graduate: You're straight out of the Academy. This is your first posting, and you're determined to make it a good one.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Do Your Duty: Service in Starfleet its own reward. You aspire only to excellence in the noble pursuit to which you've dedicated yourself.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: The Big Questions: What does it all mean? Is the answer out there? You think the only way to find out is to keep looking.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Adaptable: Whether it's navigating an otherworldly jungle, buying supplies at an alien bazaar, or making a good first impression, you seem to always be able to fit right in.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Psychic: You have some psychic ability. It gives you an edge in social situations, not to mention grants you superior mental focus.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Logical Vulcan: You're calm, cool, collected, and efficient. You could give the ship's computer a run for its money with your cognitive ability... and some people would say you have almost as much personality.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Fit In: Whether it's because of your species, your background, or the fact that you're just odd, something makes you stand out. What you really want is to just be a member of the crew, like everyone else.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Legacy: Your father served in Starfleet, and probably your mother too. Maybe that's how they met. This is in your blood, and you're not going to let your family down.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Confront Your Fears: Space is a big, cold, dark and scary place. The only way you're ever going to be at ease is if you confront the unknown head-on.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Distinguished Officer: Becoming a senior officer on the *Cochrane* is just one of the many accomplishments in your long and illustrious career.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Grizzled Veteran: You've seen it all and done it all. Exploring the unknown is easy when nothing is really all that new any more. But does that take the wonder out of it?
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: One-Hit Wonder: You're Starfleet's foremost expert in one field... and fairly useless at everything else. Life on a starship generally requires improvisation, though. Can you adapt?
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Unofficial Morale Officer: Whatever your official position, a big part of your contribution to the ship is the way your wit and charm keep everyone's spirits high.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Brash Young Officer: You've got talent and you're not going to wait for opportunities to be handed to you-- you're going to take them. You're probably in a command position, if not, you think you should be.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Unlikely Success Story: Nobody would really have expected you to be serving on a Starfleet vessel. Nobody would've expected you to make anything of yourself, really. You proved them all wrong.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Rank and File: You never stood out. You graduated in the middle of your class, got promoted at an average pace, and have had an unremarkable career. Isn't it time to do more?
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Misfit Alien: You don't understand human(oid)s and they don't understand you. Before you can figure out the mysteries of the universe, you'll have to figure out your own shipmates.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Uphold the Prime Directive: The Federation's most sacred oath is to not interfere in the natural development of other cultures... which is often easier said than done.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Tactical Officer: You aim and fire the weapons, and ensure the ship is always ready to defend itself. You are also usually responsible for the ship's internal security.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Uyirin: The last known inhabited planet before entering the unexplored Sector 900.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Visit Uyirin: The planet is on generally good terms with the Federation. That doesn't mean the people will all be so welcoming, though.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Science Officer: You are responsible for the numerous scientific studies carried out aboard the ship.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Engineer: You keep the engines running smoothly and ensure the ship can always get where it needs to go.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Crewman 1st class Ikhyeli Sayei: A native of Uyirin, she's one of the first Tulaan in Starfleet. She's eager to get going, but happy to be able to spend some time at home first.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Xenologist: You are responsible for studying alien cultures and societies. In any first contact situation, your expertise is invaluable.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Language Difficulties: The Universal Translator is not functioning, so you seem to have some difficulty being understood.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Bridge of the USS Cochrane: The nerve center of the ship, where all of the important decisions happen.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Slow the Ship Down: It's going fast. Very fast.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Repair the Cochrane: The maneuver did some damage, but nothing our engineers can't handle, hopefully.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Investigate the Other Ship: It's now moving slowly enough the Cochrane can investigate it.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Mysterious Outsider: Very little is known about the Breen. Many rumors about the masked race exist.   Thought to be an outcast of the Breen Confederacy, you worked secret projects for Starfleet Intelligence and R&D. 
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Breen: Physically more resilient than most humanoids. The Breen brain protects them from the probing of telepaths.  They possess knowledge of advanced weaponry and defense.  
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Fear of the Unknown: *“Never turn your back on a Breen.”*
  
  -A Romulan saying
  
  People don't know much about the Breen. Rumor, fear and assumptions sometimes work against you.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Find your Place: Outcast from the Breen Confederacy, you deeply miss having a community. You long to be a part of *something*. You have yet to find that in the Federation... Perhaps that life awaits you on the *USS Cochrane*? 
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Captain: You are the leader, and expected to make the difficult decisions. Will you be able to accomplish the mission?
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Doubts: You are often unsure if you are really the best person for the job.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Accomplish the Mission: This is your first command, and you aren't about to let your superiors down.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Theoretical Scientist: On the cutting edge of what can be accomplished with science and technology, you are the one pushing the envelope.  You're responsible for innovations that will take another twenty years to understand.