Zern
NPC 
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STAR FLEET PERSONNEL COMMAND FILE |
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| RETIRED[2] | |||
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| Trova Zern | |||
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| Career Occupation | |||
| Position: | Engineer | ||
| Assignment: | USS Ozaki, PFF-7168 | ||
| Rank: | Petty Officer Third Class | 
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| Biographical Attributes | |||
| Full Name: | Trova Zern | ||
| Played By: | Regan,_Andrew | ||
| Species: | Bolian | ||
| Gender: | Male | ||
| Height: | 179cm | Weight: | 85kg |
| Eye Color: | Dark grey | ||
| Hair Color: | None | ||
| Hairstyle: | None | ||
| Physique: | Heavily built | ||
| Complexion: | Light blue, weathered | ||
| Voice: | Deep, fairly loud, quite bombastic | ||
| Affiliation: | United Federation of Planets | ||
| Homeworld: | Bolarus IV | ||
| Birthplace: | Cr'Omacetur Orbital Station, Bolarus IV | ||
| Born: | (N/A) 00.00 | Age: | 30 |
| Familial Relationships | |||
| Marital Status: | Single | ||
| Children: | None | ||
Personal History
Born to parents who both worked on a busy orbital platform, Zern had space in his bones from birth. Bolian culture combined family and work as closely as possible, so the young Zern found himself carried to maintenance and upgrade tasks all over the station - his childhood toys were translators and duotronic relays.
He grew up with an innate comprehension for technology, and inevitably found himself involved in local operations, first as a training dockside mechanic, then lowly technician on Bolian trading vessels. From fifteen on-wards, he worked every role he could get on every vessel flying, working his way up to First Class Technician responsible for primary systems maintenance by the time he was twenty five.
Eager for new opportunities, but confronted by a decreasing amount of roles, Zern simply booked passage to Bolaris IX and signed up with the Fleet's recruiters, destined for the non-commissioned officer's fast track.
Whilst in Academy training for NCOs, Zern disregarded usual courtesy with atypical Bolian directness. He fraternized as easily with the regular officer classes as he did with his fellow NCO cadets, his tutors and other Academy staff.
This also led to a minor incident involving an Academy recreation center, some proud security officer-cadets and more than a few drinks. After the combatants had been mildly stunned, it became impossible to apportion blame - even though several un-involved witnesses reported seeing Cadet Zern throw a human security trainee through a table. All parties were cautioned strongly, and Zern's attention was drawn to the chains of command which clearly require the proper respect for senior staff.
This infraction aside, Zern was commended as a bright, experienced engineer with a great affinity for ship systems - especially in fixing and keeping them running. Friendly, humorous, diligent and inquisitive, although Zern's background wasn't traditional Starfleet he developed the vital traits needed by graduation.
Personality Profile
Academy Major(s): Starship Engineering
Academy Minor(s): Systems Operations (Starships)
Hobbies and Pastimes: Zern enjoys trying to keep his love of good food balanced with his great physical shape. He'll spend an evening dining on the best the replicator can conjure, then spend his morning off jogging around the ship in laps. Treasures a nostalgia for 'classic' engineering from the 22nd to 24th centuries, especially the cutting-edge and experimental technology of the time.
Short-Term Goals: Can't wait to get to grips with Starfleet technology and seeing how flexible and durable it is.
Long-Term Goals: Believes his career ultimately will see him with his own ship, a freighter or other civilian vessel, and his Starfleet assignments are merely training for that intended retirement.
Sense of Humor: Direct, loud and somewhat tactless. Very good natured but often without appreciating the impact of his comments and actions. Can utterly forget the lines of courtesy and good taste, not to mention respect for senior officers.
Phobias: Whilst not exactly a phobia, Zern could not stand being without technology for a long period of time - he found the survival training very difficult.
Likes: Good food, good drink, good jokes and a recalcitrant engine to tinker into life.
Dislikes: Cautious commanders, reckless pilots, fleet rations. Does not enjoy patch repairs, but can create wonders with the barest toolbox.
Pet Peeves or Gripes: Has a tendency to compare all technology to Bolian engineering - usually negatively.
Bad Habits or Vices: A tendency towards crude humour around others - even superior officers.
Achievements: Feels he is already a veteran engineer, having served for years whilst his Academy classmates were younger and had no prior experience.
Disappointments: Feels frustrated that he couldn't proceed further in the Bolian merchant fleets, and is determined to return as his own ship master.
Illnesses: None.
Strengths: A naturally gifted engineer, capable of diagnosing and fixing malfunctions instantly. Has worked to overcome his race's lack of physical prowess with frequent exercise, and prides himself on his relatively unnatural strength and size.
Weaknesses: Can get into trouble because of his occasional lack of tact. Also has a short temper that can be provoked by a lack of respect - as he is quick to get along with others, he has no patience for those who don't try, or who portray themselves as superior.
Fears: As above with Phobias, Zern would intensely dislike being stranded somewhere without the benefits of technology.
Prejudices: A tendency to see Bolian engineering as the pinnacle, and all other attempts sadly substandard.
