Valhalla Rising

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This is the story of the LNS_ThunderBay, an advanced Liberty Navy prototype. The story will be told in both real time format, and in the form of logs, to cover events that occur in game. At the moments 5 characters exist, to provide different points of view on what has happened. There is no solid plans made for the story, but there is a direction I want to take it, and a few events along the way that I want to happen. The ship will mostly operate in Zone21 (Alaska) but will occasionally be seen in Liberty space, and perhaps beyond, for special RP events. The ship at times may be seen with 1 or 2 nomad turrets mounted. This is for testing of nomad weaponry, not a PVP decision. The ship likely won't see too much combat, with the exception of violators of zone 21, and emergency situations. (Example, a fleet of capships are attacking and none are present for the lawful side) Otherwise I'll use my LPI for policing.

Of course comments and questions will be most welcomed, simply PM me and I'll try to get back to you.


Important ships

LNS_Ontario



Liberty cruiser destroyed along with its task group in Alaska while on a routine patrol.
//My first capship, which I neglected to write a story for at the time, and simply deleted, seems fitting to involve it in the new story.

LNX_Yellowstone



Liberty Gunboat, attached to the new ThunderBay. This gunboat was used as a training ship, while the Superior was being constructed, and remains with the ship at all times for further support. There is a specialty docking bay designed for this gunboat, allowing it to be brought where ever the ThunderBay goes. (Named after the Yellowstone River)


LNX_ThunderBay
A new prototype ship being constructed by the liberty navy under project Valhalla. The ship makes use of various alien technologies, potentially being one of the most advanced vessels in the Liberty Navy.


Characters

James Decker



Age: 48
Rank Captain
Position Captain...
Status Nomad Infested and on the run

Captain Decker is a traditional leader, he believes that the crew should follow his orders without question, even if the orders are flawed or wrong. He tends to be distant, and doesn't socialize with the crew with the exception of Chief McDuff, who seems to have been cut from the same cloth as he is. Both share the same military values, and served together in the past.




Jessica Porter



Age 22
Rank ---------
Position Captain of the ThunderBay
Status Alive and well

Jessica is a recent graduate of Westpoint Academy. She graduated top of her class with honours, in the field of command. She was almost immediately given a position onboard a liberty Navy ship. Despite being looked down upon by the older members of the crew, her charismatic leadership style quickly won her over with the younger members of the crew. Her leadership skills are that of the new generation, almost opposite to the Captain. She prefers to stay close to the crew, making it easier for them to approach her with their concerns.


John Bertrand



Age 27
Rank Captain
Position Tactical Officer and Second in Command of the LNX ThunderBay
Status Alive and well

The tactical officer of the crew, John can be inpatient at times, and enjoys action. He's also proficient in many different weapon systems, and enjoys the challenges and thrill of finding new weapons to learn. Though at time his enthusiasm gets him into trouble, he's often quick to recover and find a solution to the problems he's caused. John is also a close friend of Jessica and Sharon.


Chief McDuff



Age 50
Rank Lieutenant Commander
Position Chief Engineer
Status Deceased

The chief is your typical engineer, he knows his ship systems like he knows the back of his hand. While most engineers claim to be miracle workers, the chief's miracles come far and few in between. Though maybe this is because he keeps his ship running in tip top shape, not allowing a single bolt to be loose... He's a man of few words, being an old colleague and friend of the captain for a long time, few words are often needed between the two.



Sharon Valdores



Age 26
Rank Lieutenant
Position Chief Medical Officer
Status Alive and well

Sharon Valdores holds the position of chief medical officer, she is a caring individual, who has devoted her life to healing others. Jessica and John are both her closest friends onboard the ship, and they can often be seen together while off duty.

Phil Garner



Age 60
Rank Admiral
Position Director of Valhalla
Status Alive and well

Not much information is available on Admiral Garner, he leads a secretive life, not socializing much with those under his command. He is a veteran of the first nomad war.

**Valhalla information found at the following link Liberty History- http://www.7crows.com/files/Freelancer%20L...%20Overview.pdf


*** All posts edited and re-arranged to save space (*note the empty posts on the second page)
**** Special Thanks to Fletcher for his help in proof reading and editing.

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To the grave if I must
Because it’s flag that I love
And a flag that I trust