After the 250th Frontier Day, a catastrophic disaster rocked Starfleet, decimating its fleet, crew, and dignity. The ensuing months were filled with pain, paranoia, and mistrust. Yet, Captain Silas Crowe and the crew of the USS Blythe set out to uphold Starfleet’s ideals.

Now that the dust has settled, Starfleet is renewing its promise. Aboard the Luna-class starship USS Io, the crew, more vigilant than ever, charges forward, boldly going where no one has gone before.

This story serves as an interlude between the adventures of the USS Blythe and the USS Io.