Zachary Brooks

“If I’m right—and I usually am—then let’s skip the lecture.” – LCDR Z. A. Brooks, Starfleet

Lieutenant Commander Zachary A. Brooks, Starfleet is the Operations Officer aboard the Sovereign-class starship USS Ulysses (NCC-90565).

Brooks is highly skilled at balancing complex ship operations but is also infamous for being arrogant and difficult to work with. He exudes swagger and confidence, often crossing the line into cockiness, which makes him both a frustrating and invaluable member of the crew.

Brooks’s pain-in-the-ass demeanor often rubs his fellow officers the wrong way, especially Commander Roshan, with whom he shares a hostile working relationship. Despite these challenges, Brooks’s operational expertise ensures the smooth coordination of ship systems during missions where precision is essential—whether or not his colleagues like him.

Brooks is outspoken, brash, and unapologetically arrogant. He knows he’s good at his job and has no problem letting others know it, which can make him a difficult subordinate and an even more difficult colleague. While his confidence can inspire those who follow him, it can also create considerable tension and conflict. He thrives under pressure and isn’t afraid to push others beyond their comfort zones to achieve results.

Despite Brooks’s cocky attitude, Captain MacLeod recognizes his brilliance and allows him a degree of independence that most officers wouldn’t tolerate. However, even MacLeod’s patience has limits, and he expects results without drama or fanfare. Brooks respects MacLeod’s steady leadership, though he sometimes chafes under the captain’s strict approach to discipline.