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USS Io

Luna-class • NCC-80105 • Io Light Explorer Division • Task Force 93 • Managed by CAPT Callen Varro

The USS Io (NCC-80105) is a Luna-class light explorer assigned to the Fourth Fleet under the command of Captain Silas Crowe. Serving as the flagship of the Io Light Explorer Division, the ship was commissioned in 2379, named for the mythological figure whose story embodies resilience and transformation. Like its namesake, Io has weathered adversity and emerged stronger, continuing its mission with steadfast determination.

In the wake of the 250th Frontier Day, Starfleet was left fractured, reeling from a catastrophe that devastated much of its fleet, claimed countless lives, and shook the foundation of trust within the Federation. The months that followed were marked by grief, paranoia, and a struggle to rebuild. Yet through it all, the crew of the USS Io endured. They became a symbol of perseverance, a reminder that even in the darkest times, Starfleet’s mission—to explore, to seek out new life, to forge peace—must continue.

Now, Io is more vigilant than ever. Tasked with deep-space exploration, scientific discovery, and diplomatic outreach, it operates at the fringes of the known galaxy, pushing beyond the familiar into the vast unknown. The ship’s crew stands ready to meet the challenges of a galaxy still recovering from recent upheaval, offering aid to those in need, extending a hand to new allies, and defending the ideals of the Federation where they are most threatened.

With every mission, the USS Io carries Starfleet’s enduring spirit forward, boldly going where no one has gone before.

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6 May 2025

[Britannia] Breathe With Me - pt. 8

Ashes and Blood

USS Aldrin, USS Britannia, USS Io and USS Sirona

The words came thick and fast in the hubbub of Britannia’s bridge as the crew made their preparations to strike at the vicious-looking command ship that had emerged from the underspace portal. Despite the frequent spine-shaking shudders of the ground beneath their feet, there was a buzz of energy [...]

2 May 2025

[Io] – War never changes

Ashes and Blood

USS Aldrin, USS Britannia, USS Io and USS Sirona

CAPTAIN’S LOG, Stardate 240204.06: War. War never changes. My great-great grandfather served in the Earth-Romulan War. 2155. He was a MACO—boots on forgotten moons, pulse rifle in hand, fighting a war with no faces, only signatures on long-range sensors. He wondered if he’d ever hold his [...]

1 May 2025

[Aldrin] thgiF eriF - Pt. 2

Ashes and Blood

USS Aldrin, USS Britannia, USS Io and USS Sirona

“What in the blazes is going on?” Mayvilis looked up and over at her Executive Officer, Lieutenant Commander Benson George, as he announced his entrance with a question and tugged his uniform tunic down some.  “Your guess is as good as mine. Take the tactical station, Commander.” Mayvilis [...]

28 April 2025

[Britannia] Chase the King- pt. 7

Ashes and Blood

USS Aldrin, USS Britannia, USS Io and USS Sirona

If Lieutenant Commander Bahir could sweat, the onslaught of seemingly never-ending, wholly replaceable and forgettable ships that hounded Britannia as she leapt across Risa’s orbit would be enough to make him as damp as a Selayan oyster. Small mercies kept his palms dry as he allowed his [...]