Diaz,Ethan

PRC	STAR FLEET PERSONNEL COMMAND FILE  SECURITY RATING 3, CONFIDENTIAL

Ethan Diaz
Career Occupation
Position:	Tactical Officer
Assignment:	USS Aquila, NCC-76853
Rank:	Midshipman
Time on Site:
Biographical Attributes
Species:	Human
Gender:	Male
Height:	185 cm (6 ft. 1 in.)	Weight:	88.5 kg (195 lb.)
Hair Color:	Ash Brown
Hairstyle:	Medium Length, Low-tapper fade
Physique:	Athletic/Moderately Muscular Build
Complexion:	Moderately tanned
Voice:	Warm,Resonant
Affiliation:	United Federation of Planets
Birthplace:	MUNICIPALITY/SETTLEMENT: Sol Valley—STATE/TERRITORY: Commonwealth of Easthaven—PLANET: Lambda Mino
Born:	200111.26	Age:	24
Familial Relationships
Father:	Angelo Diaz
Mother:	Veronica Diaz
Status of Parents:	Angelo Diaz: Active Employment (Full-Time)—Veronica Diaz: Semi-Active Employment (Retired)
Siblings:	Lauren Diaz—27, Sofia Diaz—2
Marital Status:	Single

Personal History

: Ethan Diaz was born in Easthaven, Lambda Minor to Angelo and Veronica Diaz on 200111.26. He spent his childhood and adolescent years in his hometown of Sol Valley, a mostly rural community tied to the planet’s energy industry. Ethan was the youngest of three children in a typical middle-class family and grew up on his father’s ancestral estate, a large solar farm comprising several thousand acres of land. From a young age, he demonstrated a uniquely individualistic personality and highly creative mind, and soon developed an interest in the arts. By all accounts, he had a peaceful childhood that was immersed in the rich agricultural and conservationist tradition of the Lambda Colonies. In his adolescent years however, he struggled in school, underperforming academically and yearning for a career outside of the power companies. His teachers during this period often described him as undisciplined or lacking motivation. Ethan’s rebellious phase culminated in his developing an addiction to blackstone, a mild mineral stimulant consumed by igniting it and inhaling the fumes. While he was able to graduate from high school, he came to be almost constantly at odds with his family and felt his life had become directionless. Ethan’s decision to join Starfleet was largely influenced by his maternal uncle Jason Doheny, a retired Security Forces Master Chief Petty Officer. Among numerous other decorations, Doheny was the recipient of a Purple Heart Medal for wounds sustained while rescuing fellow crewmen during an attack on his vessel by the Cardassian Navy. The nature of the injuries were such that he required extensive facial reconstruction surgery that left visible scarring. He helped his sister Veronica to reconnect with her angry and misguided son, supporting him through his difficult rehabilitation process. At Doheny’s encouragement, Ethan began taking Starfleet aptitude tests a few months after his eighteenth birthday and found that his language and writing literacy levels qualified him for the Officer Candidate Delayed Entry Program. With help from his uncle and an active-duty sponsor, he passed the vetting process and was allowed to apply for Starfleet Academy. Ethan scored in the bottom third range on the entrance exam and was formally admitted as an officer candidate at age 20. fter being sworn in, Ethan was ordered to Starfleet Academy, San Francisco, where he would elect to study under a Command and Control curriculum, majoring in Tactical Control Operations. He also minored in Galactic History and Logic and Rhetoric Studies. His academic career was middling at best, but his standing as a cadet would improve when his more positive qualities came to light. While Ethan consistently struggled with the majority of his coursework—particularly in maths and sciences—his instructors noticed that he was exceptionally courteous, well-read, and could be an effective facilitator for his fellow cadets on occasion. Most importantly, he would prove to be exceptionally resilient in the face of failure and adversity. Ethan went on to attain high marks in subjects such as literature, etiquette, military communications, and marksmanship. His physical fitness and simulator scores also steadily improved each semester, which helped him to avoid washing out. By now a man changed immeasurably for the better, Ethan would go on to become the “anchor” (a traditional term of affection that refers to the candidate who graduates last) of his class, and proudly received his commission in 202604.18. Immediately following graduation, Ethan was assigned to the USS Aquila, where he currently serves as a Tactical Officer.

Personality Profile

Academy Major(s): Tactical
Academy Minor(s): Galactic History, Logic and Rhetoric Studies
Hobbies and Pastimes: Painting, Woodworking, Hiking, Reading, Writing (Creative and Philosophical), Film Study (Mid-22nd Century—Late 23rd Century)
Short-Term Goals:  : Ethan’s most immediate objective is to establish himself as a reliable junior officer by earning all of the necessary Operational Proficiency Certifications required for primary watch standers rated for Bridge Crew duty. He intends to focus specifically on becoming a fully qualified helmsman and conn officer by finding suitable mentors among his department’s senior staff.
Long-Term Goals: Ethan finds himself increasingly motivated by the possibility of being given starship command later in his career and helping to support the Federation’s diplomatic missions as a flag officer. He’s looking to develop the skills necessary for participating in critical surface operations and leading away teams, which could possibly result in early promotion. Additionally, Ethan hopes to get married and start a family before retiring from service and returning to his home world to help run his family’s business.
Personality: Ethan is a somewhat reserved individual who tends to listen more than he speaks. His life experiences thus far have made him fairly self-conscious, but his social anxieties are usually accompanied by a strict sense of courtesy and personal integrity that has endeared him to some. He’s also loyal to a fault and just as quick to forgive the shortcomings of others, which makes it relatively easy for him to relate to people. Ethan has a surprisingly careful, but sincere style of communicating his thoughts and feelings that has at times been mistaken for a flirtatious manner.
Sense of Humor: While his personal brand of humor tends to be more “clever”, he’s quite good at choosing just the right joke based on his audience. He has a real knack for impressions, and will never miss the chance to hear or tell an amusing story if he can help it.
Phobias: [COMMENTS RESERVED FOR SUBJECT’S MEDICAL RECORD—SEE GENERAL PSYCHIATRIC EVALUATION FORM “F”], Physical sensation of transporting (Minimal), Physical proximity to airlocks (Minimal), Insects (Moderate), Water/swimming (Moderate)
Likes: Horses, Kung Fu, Violin music
Dislikes: Cold weather, Nightclubs, Evening duty shifts
Pet Peeves or Gripes: - Ethan can’t stand the “tough guy” mentality, and all of the abrasive behaviors that accompany it. He’s frustrated by individuals that try to do everything by themselves, and is especially annoyed by the mindset that asking for help is a sign of weakness. He also strictly avoids profanity, innuendo, and modesty, believing them to be low-class and a symptom of “loud” personalities that impede unit cohesion.
Bad Habits or Vices: [COMMENTS RESERVED FOR SUBJECT’S MEDICAL RECORD—SEE GENERAL PSYCHIATRIC EVALUATION FORM “F”] Ethan is still subject to residual tendencies pertaining to substance abuse that stem from his blackstone addiction. He smokes occasionally, but typically maintains a limit of 3-5 times per week.
Achievements: : The following notations have been attached to Diaz, Ethan K.’s official service record by Starfleet Officer Candidate Training and Education Command (SOCTEC): Cadet Diaz was nominated an “Academic Ambassador” by faculty and senior cadets in his second year at Starfleet Academy for fostering positive interspecies relations by participating in cultural exchange events. Cadet Diaz’s deck company won an academy unit citation for receiving first place in the

Annual Upperclassmen Close-Order Drill Competition. Cadet Diaz was the first runner-up for the Commodore Nick Milligan Artistic Merit Award in recognition of extracurricular work in the humanities that reflects and/or emphasizes the core values of Starfleet.
Disappointments: Ethan’s biggest disappointments revolve around mistakes that he made, both in his life and personal relationships. Before he had fully matured and made the decision to join Starfleet, his relationship with his parents had been significantly strained. He still experiences a lot of guilt that stems from the fact he didn’t mature as quickly as his sisters, who have been helping run the family farm since Ethan left for Starfleet Academy. Most disappointing was the loss of his uncle Jason, who died of health complications less than two weeks before Ethan graduated.
Illnesses: Ethan is prone to occasional bouts of space sickness, for which he is prescribed a quarterly Non-restricted Pharmaceutical Supplement (NPS) by authorized Starfleet Medical physicians.
Strengths: Ethan’s greatest strengths are his empathy and humility, due in no small part to the lessons he’s learned from his worst mistakes. Ethan isn’t afraid to admit when he’s wrong or volunteer advice when it’s applicable. He is also very skilled at communicating complex ideas and generating consensus up and down the chain of command.
Weaknesses: Ethan can be overly self-critical, which sometimes distracts him from considering things objectively and thinking about the bigger picture. His dedication to duty and desire to make up for his past might also prevent him from voicing dissent or asking questions when necessary. This has also created mental habits which make it hard for Ethan to stand up for himself as opposed to shrugging off insults.
Fears: Ethan fears dying young, given the many dangers inherent in space travel, and his potential to make mistakes that cost other crew members their lives. Another prominent worry is that his below-average performance at the Academy will alienate him from his fellow officers and make them reluctant to trust him with real responsibility. As a result, Ethan also suffers from “impostor syndrome” to a certain degree; he fears that any attempt to further his career will simply be seen as an unreliable crew member trying to curry favor with senior officers.
Prejudices: Ethan subscribes to the belief that interspecies marriages are medically and culturally unethical.
Off Duty Clothing Tastes: Ethan generally favors modern business casual or other modest styles
Distinguishing Features: None
Pets: “Butch” (Species: Dog—Breed: “Cane Corso” Italian Mastiff)
Friends: Connor Lloyd (Civilian)

Personal Paradigm Shifts

Most Painful Experience: Ethan’s most painful experience was undergoing drug rehabilitation and counseling as a teenager. It was a period of time that represented deep shame and emotional turmoil, and very nearly prevented him from entering Starfleet in the first place.
Best Time: The best time of Ethan’s life thus far was his final year at Starfleet Academy. While being an upperclassman came with many physical, mental, and emotional challenges, those experiences helped him to grow as a person and gave him a strong sense of purpose.
Most Crucial Experience: To date, Ethan’s most crucial life experience has been his first several months at Starfleet Academy, where he worked hard to build up his confidence and embrace his potential as a leader following his difficult struggle with addiction.
Role Model: Ethan’s primary role models include his father, his uncle Jason, and a fellow Starfleet officer that served with him, Captain Tanner Martell. Other role models include Captain Jean-Luc Picard and a number of other distinguished Starfleet officers, as well as several novelists and artistic intellectuals.

Career History

Position	Assignment	Date(s)	Event
Cadet	Star Fleet Academy	202204.18 – 202604.18	Star Fleet Academy Graduate Ribbon
Tactical Officer	USS Aquila, NCC-76853	202604.19	Midshipman

Medals Tally:

Service Medals Awarded
Image	Description	Qty.
	Star Fleet Academy Graduate Ribbon	1

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