Kilbourne, Paul
NPC | STAR FLEET PERSONNEL COMMAND FILE |
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Paul Kilbourne | |||
Career Occupation | |||
Position: | Commandant | ||
Assignment: | Star Fleet Academy | ||
Rank: | Captain | ||
Biographical Attributes | |||
Species: | Human | ||
Gender: | Male | ||
Height: | 180 cm (5 ft. 11 in.) | Weight: | 82.1 kg (181 lb.) |
Eye Color: | Brown | ||
Hair Color: | Paul has light brown hair which is graying around his temples | ||
Hairstyle: | Short | ||
Physique: | Muscular build | ||
Complexion: | Light-skinned | ||
Facial Hair: | None | ||
Voice: | Kilbourne has a light Scottish accent | ||
Affiliation: | United Federation of Planets | ||
Birthplace: | Scotland, Earth | ||
Born: | 15902.26 | Age: | 65 |
Familial Relationships | |||
Father: | Patrick Kilbourne | ||
Mother: | Ann Kilbourne | ||
Status of Parents: | Paul’s father, Patrick, is the descendant of ancient 12th century Scottish nobility. He resides in his large home in Stirling, Scotland with other members of his immediate family. Paul’s mother, Ann, died of a stroke when he was 21 years old. He was unable to attend her traditional Scottish funeral since he was serving on the USS Tallahassee | ||
Siblings: | None | ||
Marital Status: | Single | ||
Children: | None |
Personal History
Paul Kilbourne was born on February 26th in Scotland, Earth. He is the son of a wealthy land-owner who was the descendant of ancient Scottish nobles. Always a wild child, Paul got into trouble everywhere: at school, at home, at parties. When he reached adolescence, he became extremely at odds with his parents, especially his father. He left home at 18 years old and joined Star Fleet just to defy Patrick Kilbourne. Somehow, he made it through the Academy at nearly the bottom of his class and was assigned as a Tactical Officer to the Federation Frigate, Tallahassee.
It took him about 11 years, but he finally reached the rank of Lieutenant and was assigned as the Chief Tactical Officer of his ship. He got into a heated dispute with another officer – Phillip Kraus and wound up in the brig having committed several violations of Star Fleet rules and regulations. He was ordered to report to a Captain’s Mast where his Commanding Officer found him guilty of all charges and issued him an ultimatum. The Captain gave him the choice of becoming a lowly tactical instructor at the Academy or turning himself into the Judge Advocate General for formal hearing. Not ready to leave Star Fleet and go back to Scotland, Paul took the position at Star Fleet Academy in San Francisco where he still serves to this day.
After serving at the Academy for several years, Kilbourne cleaned up his act and gained the trust and respect of his fellow colleagues and superiors. On Stardate 20507.25, Paul was promoted to the rank of Commander and assigned as an Academy Testing Representative and Senior Tactical Instructor. His duties entail proctoring and grading final exams of Star Fleet cadets as well as teaching several tactical classes throughout the day.
After distinguishing himself as an excellent administrator, Commander Kilbourne was assigned as Assistant Commandant of the Academy in recognition of his dedication. He became the main administrative aide of Captain Gillenwater and Commodore Keleios.
When Commodore Keleios left the Academy, William Gillenwater became the Superintendent. He assigned Kilbourne as the Commandant and promoted him to the rank of Captain
Personality Profile
Academy Major(s): Starship tactics, weaponry and defenses
Academy Minor(s): Mechanical engineering, starship maintenance
Hobbies and Pastimes: Paul’s interests include running holodeck programs recreating famous space battles such as the Battle of Bajor and studying ancient Scottish clan history
Short-Term Goals: Paul’s primary goal is to help as many cadets graduate as he can
Long-Term Goals: Paul eventually wants to patch things up with his father
Personality: In Paul’s early career, he would have been described as easygoing and lackadaisical. However, his attitude quickly changed to one of strictness and rigidness soon after he joined the Academy’s teaching staff
Sense of Humor: Once known as a practical joker, Paul has matured beyond his early years as a cadet in the Academy. He does enjoy a good joke every now and then, but that is the extent of his sense of humor
Phobias: Insects
Likes: Paul likes teaching and cooking traditional Scottish food like haggis and black pudding
Dislikes: He dislikes slackers, procrastinators, and drop-outs since they remind him too much of himself when he was younger
Pet Peeves or Gripes: Paul has a bad habit of arguing and getting into heated debates that he, as a senior officer, should probably avoid
Bad Habits or Vices: His biggest pet peeve is students who are overly self-conscious about their appearance and personality
Achievements: Since joining Star Fleet, his two biggest achievements to date have been his becoming the Chief Tactical Officer of the USS Tallahassee and his being appointed to the position of Testing Representative at the Academy
Disappointments: His greatest disappointment was not having reconciled with his parents before his mother died
Illnesses: Common cold, chicken pox
Strengths: Despite his early childhood troubles, Paul turned his life around and has become a hard-working and honest member of the Academy staff. He is extremely loyal to the current Superintendent, Commodore Bill Gillenwater
Weaknesses: As mentioned above, Paul’s one remaining failing may be his short temper. Though he has better learned how to control it, it can become apparent in extraordinary circumstances
Fears: His greatest fear is that his life will end without having made a mark on Star Fleet and the Federation
Prejudices: The only prejudices Paul has are against slackers, quitters, and rule-breakers at the Academy. He has no tolerance for such things and has been known to be very strict
Off Duty Clothing Tastes: Since he resides on campus and is therefore rarely “off-duty,” Paul normally wears his Star Fleet duty uniform. On the few occasions that he is out of uniform, he prefers to wear a dress shirt and khaki pants.
Distinguishing Features: None
Pets: None
Friends: Phillip Kraus
Personal Paradigm Shifts
Most Painful Experience: The most painful experience in Paul's life was the death of his mother
Best Time: The best time in his life is when he was promoted to captain and and assigned as Commandant of Star Fleet Academy
Most Crucial Experience: The most crucial time in Kilbourne's life was when he was given the opportunity to join the Academy
Role Model: Paul's role model was Commodore Keleios, the Academy's Superintendent when he first became an instructor