Soli Mer

History

Early History | (2375 – 2390)

Soli was born on the 19th of June, 2375 aboard the USS Everdeen (NCC-78967). At the time her mother served as a physician and her father served as the deputy chief of security. She would spend a great deal of her life growing up with her parents on the ships and stations they were assigned. When she was six the ship had entered a rough area while exploring a nebula. The young Soli becomes lost in the ship eventually finding herself on the bridge. Captain Gianna D’Antonio found her sitting in the center chair ordering the helmsman to lay in a course for Romulus. After this point, she decided that she was going to join Starfleet. It wasn’t until high school that she determined she wanted to be a scientist. As she turned seventeen her parents would transfer to Starbase Bravo and a year later she would join the satellite campus on Mellstoxx III.

Starfleet Career | (2390 – Present)

Starfleet Academy | (2390 – 2394)

The day after she turned eighteen Soli submitted her application to join Starfleet Academy’s campus on Mellstoxx III. Long since deciding to go into the scientific field, she would have trouble the first month as she had yet to find what field of study she wanted to pursue. With some help from her parents her dad in particular, she would settle on astrometrics and particle physics and take up basic xenolinguistics and xenobiology.

Despite much backlash from her mother she decided to take hand-to-hand combat and hand phaser marksmanship as her chosen combat training options. She managed to gain excellent proficiency in both. In some ways, S0li was a scientist, not a fighter but she knew how to do what needed to be done when the need arose. She recognized the need for Starfleet as the Federation’s primary line of defense. During her third and fourth years, she joined the elite Squadron Bravo. During her time with the squadron, she gained additional training in bridge operations, starship operations, diplomacy, and even tactical. This took both of her parents by surprise when they found out she was a part of the squadron. Her dad encouraged her to pursue this course of work as doing so would put her on a fast track to command and would have her own science vessel before turning thirty-five. Her diplomatic skills were already quite sharp with two previous hosts being ambassadors the additional training in the squadron only refined her skills.

Upon graduating in 2390, Soli would achieve top marks in her chosen major fields those being astrometrics and particle physics. By the time she was in her third year, it was already showing that she would be at the top of her class.

USS Saxon | (2394 – 2397)

In 2394, Soli would graduate top of her class and would be given her first assignment as a general science officer on the USS Saxon, a Nova-class surveyor. She remained until 2397 when she transferred to the USS Nile, an Intrepid-class light cruiser.

USS Nile | (2397 – 2399)

After serving aboard the Saxon for a little over four years, Soli would be reassigned to the Nile where she would serve as an astrometrics officer on board. Soli would work closely with her superior Lieutenant T’Soni, the chief science officer on board. They were mostly neutral to each other over time they began to become friends forming a strong work friendship. Three years after serving on the Nile she would be reassigned to Meridian Station in 2399.

Meridian Station | (2399 – 2401)

Following her service aboard the Nile, she was transferred to Meridian Station 2399. The station would be located in a sector where the Federation space, Gorn space, and Klingon space came to a meeting point. Upon accepting this posting she would be promoted to lieutenant junior grade and would for the next three years serve on the ship as its astrometrics officer before ultimately being transferred to the USS Paramount, a California-class utility cruiser in 2401.

USS Paramount | (2401 – Present)

Soli would be among the new officers to join the crew of the Paramount during its second commissioning. After the tragedy that was Frontier Day 2401.

Appearance

Physical Description

Expressive, radiant, and vibrant Lieutenant Junior Grade Soli Mer is a little below average compared to other officers her age coming in at 5’4″ (163 cm). She has a slim build only weighing 112 lbs (50 kg). Mer has midnight brown hair that she usually stylies in a variety of ways typically keeping it natural and curly. She has dark brown eyes and a radiant smile.

While on duty, Mer can be found wearing the standard teal Starfleet uniform, while off duty she wears whatever the mood calls for but usually, she wears comfortable jeans and a fashionable top.

Physical Appearance

• Species: Trill
• Gender: Female
• Height: 5’2″ (152 cm)
• Weight: 112 lbs (50 kg)
• Hair Color: Black
• Eye Color: Dark Brown
• Portrayed By: India Ria Amarteifio

Personality

Soli Mer is a thoughtful and easy-to-connect-with person. She has a deep-seated curiosity and a passion for exploration. Her calm and collected nature makes her a stable force in any situation, while her inquisitive mind drives her to continually seek out new information. Soli’s connection to the Mer symbiont allows her to approach problems with creativity and insight. The previous hosts of the Mer symbiont were scientists, medical officers, and intelligence officers who provided her with a wealth of diverse experiences. Although on the outside she seems like a timid shy young woman if you spend enough time with her you will discover a dedicated and compassionate officer committed to the pursuit of scientific discovery.

Strength & Weakness

Mer is exceptionally skilled in scientific research and analysis, with a comprehensive understanding of various scientific disciplines (with the help of Mer symbiont). Her connection to the Mer symbiont grants her a unique perspective, allowing her to draw upon the experiences and knowledge of the previous hosts. Her calm demeanor under pressure makes her a reliable and steady presence during critical missions. Additionally, her innate curiosity drives her to explore and uncover the mysteries of the universe, making her an invaluable asset on exploratory missions.

Despite her many strengths, Soli sometimes struggles with the weight of the Mer symbiont’s past experiences, which can occasionally lead to moments of introspection and self-doubt. Her relentless pursuit of knowledge can sometimes cause her to become overly focused on a problem, potentially neglecting other important tasks or social interactions. Additionally, her calm nature, while generally a strength, can sometimes be perceived as aloofness by those who do not know her well.

Ambitions

Mer’s primary ambition is to make groundbreaking scientific discoveries that can benefit the Federation and its allies. She dreams of contributing to the understanding of space-time, uncovering new forms of life, and developing technologies that can improve life across the galaxy. On a personal life across the galaxy. On a personal level, she aims to honor the legacy of the Mer symbiont by continuing its tradition of excellence and exploration. Soliis also committed to mentoring junior officers and passing on her knowledge and experience to the next generation of Starfleet scientists.

Biographical Data

Previous Hosts of the Mer symbiont

• Darvom Mer (Male) – First Host – Astronomer – Deceased
• Ceben Mer (Male) – Second Host – Physicist – Deceased
• Dr. Celi Mer (Female) – Third Host – Physician – Deceased
• Lieutenant Kinit Mer (Male) – Fourth Host – Field Operative, Starfleet Intelligence – KIA
• Ambassador Nolol Mer (Female) – Fifth Host – Trill Ambassador to Tellar Prime – Deceased
• Commander Dr. Vodri Mer (Male) – Sixth Host – Theoretical Engineer, Daystrom Institute – KIA
• Ambassador Numi Mer (Female) – Seventh Host – Trill Ambassador to Earth – Deceased
• Lieutenant Junior Grade Soli Mer (Female) – Eighth Host – Astrometrics Officer, USS Paramount (NCC-75570) – Alive

Languages

• Trill
• Federation Standard
• Bajoran
• Vulcan
• Romulan
• Klingon

Service Branches

United Federation of Planets | Starfleet

Years of Service

Starfleet: 2392 – Present

Relationships

Family

Serih Phal

Commander Dr. Serih Phal is a Trill female Starfleet line officer currently the Chief Engineering Officer of the USS Saxon. She is married to Captain Demer Kag with whom she has one child. Dr. Phal is an exceptionally skilled engineer who spent her repairing ships and working on engines.

Demer Kag

Captain Demer Kag is a Trill male Starfleet line officer currently the commanding officer of the USS Saxon. He is married to Commander Serih Phal with whom he has one child. Captain Kag is a commander with experience dating back to the Cardassian War.

Friends

Gianna D’Antonio

Kyle Sheppard

Lieutenant Junior Grade Kyle Sheppard is a Human male Starfleet line officer. He met Soli during their shared time at Starfleet Academy and while in Squadron Bravo.

T’Soni

Lieutenant Commander T’Soni is a Vulcan/Human hybrid female Starfleet line officer. She met Soli during her time as an astrometrics officer aboard the USS Nile where T’Soni served as chief science officer.

T’Ren

Lieutenant T’Ren is a Vulcan female Starfleet line officer. They met when they transferred to Meridian Station at the same time. T’Ren served as the assistant chief science officer.