Bravo Fleet
Summary
Doctor Viiskova Travma is an augmented Angosian and former super-soldier from the Tarsian War, now serving as the Chief Medical Officer on the USS Sacramento as a civilian physician employed by the Bajoran Ministry of Health. After escaping confinement on Lunar V, he pursued a life dedicated to healing as a means to reconcile his war-torn past. Guided by the teachings of the Bajoran Prophets, Viiskova has become a skilled and compassionate physician, known for his deep empathy and resilience in the face of hardship.
Appearance
Doctor Viiskova Travma stands at a commanding 6’2″, his frame muscular yet lean, a holdover from his years as an Angosian soldier. His physique, though refined by his years in medical practice, still hints at his past as a warrior, with an athletic grace and quiet strength. His skin has a pale, faintly gray undertone—subtle evidence of the augmentations that altered him long ago. Dark, close-cropped hair is streaked with gray, a sign of both his experience and the intensity of his journey.
Viiskova’s eyes are deep-set and piercing, with a gaze that seems to absorb everything around him. There’s an intensity in his eyes, tempered by years of reflection and service, as if he’s seen far more than he lets on. Scars, faint but telling, mark his forearms and the side of his neck, remnants of his enhancements; he often wears long sleeves to conceal them, more from habit than shame. His expression is calm, almost serene, but his gaze holds a lingering weight, a quiet testament to his haunted past.
Personality
Doctor Viiskova Travma is a man of profound discipline, his composure refined by both military training and years of medical practice. This calm demeanor is essential to his role as a physician, enabling him to handle crises with unwavering steadiness. Yet beneath this exterior lies a complex soul bearing the weight of complex PTSD, a quiet but persistent reminder of his past. Haunted by memories of faces lost in war, he finds himself in a continuous, silent struggle to manage the shadows these memories cast. His empathy for war victims is deep, as he sees in them the very challenges he faces himself, using each act of healing as a step toward his own inner reconciliation.
Guided by the teachings of the Bajoran Prophets, Viiskova turns to meditation and prayer to center himself, finding peace in rituals that anchor him amid his struggles. His faith serves as both solace and purpose, helping him navigate his past while dedicating himself to a life of healing. Though reserved and private about his inner battles, he channels his trauma into compassion for others, using it to foster genuine connections with those he treats. Resilient and introspective, he sees each life he saves as a part of his own journey toward redemption, one that he knows will continue as long as he serves.
History
Early Life and Military Service
Viiskova Travma was born and raised on Angosia III, where his early life was shaped by the strict cultural and military expectations of his society. When the Tarsian War erupted, the Angosian government launched an intensive program to produce enhanced soldiers, and Viiskova was selected for augmentation. He trained at the Wenruiz Indoctrination Center and the Wadfelk Ground Tactical Training Division, scoring high marks and excelling in all physical and tactical areas. His genetic and chemical enhancements made him stronger, faster, and more resilient than an ordinary soldier, but also instilled impulses for aggression and survival that were hard to control.
Viiskova was assigned to the Marvhil Infantry Division and immediately saw intense combat. Rising quickly through the ranks, he demonstrated exceptional discipline and skill, eventually achieving the rank of Primehadar. However, his augmentations came with a steep cost: he was haunted by the memories of those he lost and struggled to reconcile his programmed instincts with his conscience.
Escape from Lunar V and Path to Healing
After the Tarsian War, Viiskova and other augmented soldiers were confined to the penal colony on Lunar V to prevent them from reintegrating into civilian life, as their enhancements were deemed too dangerous. In 2366, during an escape attempt led by Roga Danar (an Angosian soldier with whom he had served), Viiskova successfully broke free and fled from Angosia III. This escape marked a turning point, igniting in him the desire to find a new path and heal from the trauma of his violent past.
Seeking peace, Viiskova traveled to Betazed to address the deep psychological suffering caused by his enhancements. Embracing a new purpose, he enrolled at the University of Betazed, studying science and biology to gain a foundation in medicine. His dedication led him to pursue advanced medical training, and he attended medical school on Denobula, where he specialized in trauma care, finding purpose in healing others as a way to atone for his past actions.
Residency on Bajor and Spiritual Awakening
After medical school, Viiskova completed his residency at the Ilvian Medical Complex on Bajor, treating victims of the Dominion War. Immersed in Bajoran culture, he developed a profound respect for the Bajoran Prophets and adopted the Bajoran faith as a way to cope with his memories and achieve inner peace. The Prophets’ teachings gave him a sense of purpose and serenity, helping him transform his trauma into a dedication to healing.
Service During the Invasion of Federation Space
When the Invasion of Federation Space erupted in 2389, Viiskova’s expertise was urgently needed. Working with the Bajoran Ministry of Health, he provided medical assistance on Federation worlds impacted by Klingon extremist factions. He witnessed firsthand the devastation caused by the Sovereignty of Kahless and the insurgency led by the House of Mo’Kai, treating war-wounded civilians and assisting in recovery efforts as conflict rippled through the Alpha Quadrant. His experiences reinforced his resolve to help those suffering from the effects of war, using his past as a soldier to connect with patients on a deep level.
Humanitarian Work in the Federation-Cardassian Border Region
In 2398, Viiskova was stationed in the Federation-Cardassian border region as piracy, economic instability, and the resurgence of the True Way faction disrupted the area. As a physician, he assisted Cardassian and Bajoran civilians, offering medical care and trauma support to populations struggling with the aftereffects of conflict and deprivation. This period further solidified his reputation as a compassionate, resilient doctor, committed to aiding those in need regardless of political affiliations.
Chief Medical Officer on the USS Sacramento
In 2399, Viiskova was appointed Chief Medical Officer aboard the USS Sacramento (NCC-75580), a California-class Starfleet vessel, as a civilian physician representing the Bajoran Ministry of Health. His position on the Sacramento allows him to serve on Federation missions while retaining his civilian independence. Aboard the ship, he balances the clinical precision of a trained doctor with the empathy and understanding of a man who has endured trauma himself.
His assignment on the Sacramento places him at the forefront of Federation aid missions, deep-space exploration, and diplomatic operations, providing him the chance to support both his Starfleet colleagues and civilian populations. His spiritual grounding in the Bajoran faith and his hard-earned wisdom from a life marked by war give him a unique perspective, making him not just a healer, but a mentor and stabilizing presence aboard the vessel.