“When you have a dream, you’ve got to grab it and never let go.” — Carol Burnett
The USS Paramount (NCC-75570) is a California-class utility cruiser assigned to the Fourth Fleet’s Task Force 93. She is currently under the command of Captain Nitus. Commissioned in late 2381, the Paramount is the first ship of its name and is one of the most advanced and technological superior California-class ships. Having been configured to serve as a surveyor and scientific support ship, with it being regulated to second rate exploration and second contact missions. It’s additional science labs and larger probe magazine makes her an excellent choice for long-duration surveys and other expeditions within Federation space.
The Paramount is also well equipped to conduct search and rescue operations, defensive missions and logistical support for the different elements of the task force when required in conjunction with her own exploration / patrol duties. Built on a tried and true frame, Paramount is well equipped for any mission she may go on. With a renewed willingness to go see what’s past the map’s edge — these are the voyages of the starship Paramount…
The stories of the Paramount and her crew are rated:
This is roughly equivalent to 16+
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Commanding Officer
Executive Officer
Chief Counselor
Second Executive Officer
Chief Tactical & Security Officer
Third Officer
Chief Medical Officer
Chief Flight Control Officer
Chief Engineering Officer
Chief Operations Officer
Chief Science Officer
Chief Communications Officer
Assistant Chief Medical Officer
Assistant Chief Engineering Officer
Deck Officer
Computer Systems Specialist
Structural Engineering Officer
Security Officer
Science Officer
Astrometrics Officer
Nurse
Captain's Yeoman
Special Counselor to the Captain
Commanding Officer, USS Bridgerton
Commander, Task Group 58
Deceased
Chief Tactical & Security Officer
Admiral
Romulan Republic Navy
8 April 2025
Chapter Five: I Wouldn't Advise That
USS Paramount
Nitus sat in her ready room staring out of the window as the stars beyond streaked by. She had ordered the ship to investigate where the probes were disappearing. Where she was hoping they could find a way to enter the system or at the very least get a signal through; that way they could check on [...]
8 April 2025
USS Paramount
“Captain Nitus,” Captain Jackson said, pausing as the screen flickered to life. The commander of TG58 was returning to Devron Fleet Yards when the veil started following across the galaxy. The Bridgerton and its two escorts were in the Alpha Mori system for a trade summit with the Klingons and [...]
5 April 2025
USS Paramount
“Report,” Nitus said as soon as the doors on the turbolift opened. She feared what could have happened to the Xyston. There was no way they could have lost communication with the ship when it was in the Federation core unless the entire relay system went down instantaneously. “Captain,” [...]
5 April 2025
USS Paramount
Captain’s Log Stardate 2402.03. The Paramount and alongside the Victoria, are still in high orbit of Tehitha as we near the end of repairs to their defensive systems. Despite being a good distance from the Triangle, the system houses a substantial population of Federation citizens. In regards [...]