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USS Pandora Bids Farewell to One of Her Own
Ladies and Gentlemen,
It is with deepest regret I must announce the resignation of our Chief Science Officer, Ensign Matthew Lessly. We all very much appreciate the contributions he has made to this simulation and its crew in the time he has been simming with us. Please join me in…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Fri Jan 27th, 2012 @ 7:47am
Category: Simm Announcement
USS Pandora Welcomes New Chief Engineer
Ladies and Gentlemen,
I would like to announce the arrival of Lieutenant JG William O'Donnell, the USS Pandora's new Chief Engineering Officer. Lieutenant JG O'Donnell comes to us with some interesting personal and professional experiences prior to his arrival aboard the Pandora. I look forward to serving with him as…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Mon Jan 9th, 2012 @ 5:16pm
Category: Simm Announcement
My Recent Absence and the Current Mission
Ladies and Gentlemen,
Some of you may have noticed a significant decline in the amount of activity aboard the USS Pandora over the past few weeks and I must apologize that I have not been taking a more active role in leading by example. It has been a difficult month…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Sat Nov 26th, 2011 @ 9:28am
Category: Simm Announcement
Bidding Adieu to a Medical Warrior
Ladies and Gentlemen,
It is with deepest regret I must announce the removal of our Chief Medical Officer, Lieutenant Thelin ch'Rassa MD. We all very much appreciate the contributions he has made to this simulation and its crew in the time he has been simming with us. He has made…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Sun Oct 30th, 2011 @ 11:06am
Category: Simm Announcement
USS Pandora Adopts Non-Canon Uniform & Rank Insignia
Ladies and Gentlemen,
A little over one week ago, I offered up a proposal regarding the uniforms we currently use aboard the USS Pandora and solicit your opinions on whether or not we were interested in effecting a change in uniform style as part of our in-character development. You have…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Mon Oct 3rd, 2011 @ 5:01pm
Category: Simm Announcement
Now Showing: Episode 2.3 - "Hippocratic Oath"
Now Showing: Episode 2.3 - "Hippocratic Oath"
Ladies and Gentlemen,
It is my pleasure to report we have successfully completed our first joint mission, Episode 2.2 - "Resistance". Both Vice Admiral Quinn Androski and I would like to thank you all for your participation in the joint endeavor between our…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Tue Sep 27th, 2011 @ 7:39am
Category: Simm Announcement
Opinions on a Possible Change of Uniform
Ladies and Gentlemen,
I would like to take this opportunity to put forth a proposal regarding the uniforms we currently use aboard the USS Pandora and solicit your opinions on whether or not we are interested in effecting a change in uniform style as part of our in-character development. Please…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Sun Sep 25th, 2011 @ 1:09pm
Category: Out of Character
USS Pandora Arrives at Deep Space Four
Ladies and Gentlemen,
Congratulations on completing Episode 2.2 - "Resistance"! Once we were all on the same page about the origin and status of the Borg debris field, we secured the Borg transponder and continued onward to Deep Space Four as ordered for a few days of rest and relaxation.…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Sun Sep 18th, 2011 @ 12:41pm
Category: Simm Announcement
Belated Summer Awards
Ladies and Gentlemen,
Despite our recent dip in activity levels and the unfortunate removal of several inactive members this month, I would like to extend my sincerest appreciation to those of you who have really made an effort to be active participants in our simming community. The Pandora has once…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Fri Sep 9th, 2011 @ 5:02pm
Category: Simm Announcement
Commanding Officer Returns from Annual Semi-LOA
Ladies and Gentlemen,
I would like to begin by apologizing for the rather diminished activity of the USS Pandora over the past few weeks. As some of you might be aware, I work a seasonal job during the summer months every year that does not allow me regular access to…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Sun Aug 14th, 2011 @ 1:28pm
Category: Out of Character
Looking to the Future
Ladies and Gentlemen,
As many of you are aware, a mandatory order for roll call was issued to all members of the USS Pandora on 10 July 2011. I would like to thank Commander Michael Evans, Lieutenant Commander Joseph Thompson, Lieutenant Thelin ch'Rassa, and Lieutenant JG Miranda Blackfur for submitting…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Sun Jul 24th, 2011 @ 9:38am
Category: Out of Character
Greetings and an Offer
Hello Everyone
My name is Jeremey and I'm playing your new CMO, Lt. Thelin ch'Rassa MD. I've got as lot of experience simming though I've been on break from it for close to a year or so now. I look forward to simming with you all and getting to know…
Author: Lieutenant Thelin ch'Rassa M.D.
Posted on: Sun Jul 3rd, 2011 @ 11:33am
Category: Simm Announcement
Here Today, Gone Tomorrow
Ladies and Gentlemen,
It is my unfortunate duty to announce the resignation of Ensign Bok due to the responsibilities of her real life commitments. Ensign Bok brought a great deal of experience to our simm when he joined as Chief Engineering Officer
Please join me in thanking Ensign Bok for…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Tue Jun 21st, 2011 @ 7:20am
Category: Simm Announcement
Now Seeking HF Community Coordinator!
Are you a proud member of HF? Love our community spirit but want to see more involvement amongst members? Do you like organizing/promoting events?
Request an application to be our Community Coordinator today!
In order to be considered for Community Coordinator, you need to have an active character in Horizon…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Thu Jun 16th, 2011 @ 3:27am
Category: Fleet News
Now Seeking Horizon Fleet JAG Director!
Do you enjoy law? Want to help ensure a safe, enjoyable simming environment for HF members? Always believed in 'Justice for all'?
Request an application to be Horizon Fleet's JAG Director today!
In order to be considered for JAG Director, you need to have an active character in Horizon Fleet,…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Thu Jun 16th, 2011 @ 3:27am
Category: Fleet News
Noticing a Few Changes
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We are currently in a time of transition, both as a simulation and as part of a greater simming community. Many of you have probably already started to see a few changes around the website that are geared toward helping us make this transition in a way…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Tue Jun 14th, 2011 @ 3:42pm
Category: Simm Announcement
Inquiry Verdict Overturned by Eighth Fleet Judge Advocate-General
In a sudden turn of events, Eighth Fleet Judge Advocate-General Vice Admiral Andrew Hawkins has overturned the verdict handed down by a Board of Inquiry against Captain Iluvar of the USS Pandora.
Our readers may well recall the Board of Inquiry convened at Deep Space Four nearly one year ago…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Tue Jun 14th, 2011 @ 3:23pm
Category: Fleet News
May Crew's Choice Award Poll Now Open
Ladies and Gentlemen,
I would like to invite each and every one of you to participate in our Crew's Choice Award Poll. The Crew's Choice Award is awarded to an individual whose activities on the ship have gained them praiseworthy notice above and beyond the others of the crew. The…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Thu May 26th, 2011 @ 4:20am
Category: Simm Announcement
USS Pandora Updates to Nova-based Website
Ladies and Gentlemen,
This message is to notify you of the USS Pandora's official transition to a Nova-based website.
While our site has successfully operated on the Simm Management System (SMS) since I first assumed command of the USS Tethys, developments in most common web browsers have made it increasingly…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Tue May 24th, 2011 @ 2:42pm
Category: Out of Character
Farewell to a Good Friend
Ladies and Gentlemen,
It is my unfortunate duty to announce the resignation of Commander Fala Awen due to the responsibilities of her real life commitments. Commander Fala brought a great deal of experience to our simm when she joined in July of 2009 and showed a dedication to her fellow…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Sun May 1st, 2011 @ 10:14am
Category: Out of Character
First Joint-Mission Begins!
Ladies and Gentlemen,
It is my pleasure to announce the official beginning of the Pandora's first joint mission, "Resistance". While on routine assignment near the outskirts of Federation space, the crew of the USS Pandora detect the last thing any of them expect to see…a Borg transponder signal. Starfleet Command…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Sun Apr 24th, 2011 @ 10:00am
Category: Simm Announcement
Horizon Fleet Annual Award Winners Announced!
Hear ye! Hear ye!
It is my distinct pleasure to announce the winners of Horizon Fleet's Annual Awards for the Simming year of 2010/2011!
Drum roll please!
SIMM of the Year: USS Atlas!
CO of the Year: Captain Gage Storm!
XO of the Year: Commander Tobias Naros (USS Orlando)!
Character…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Tue Apr 12th, 2011 @ 10:19am
Category: Out of Character
"Beyond the Horizon" (Fleet Magazine) - Out Now!
Dear members of the Fleet,
It is my distinct pleasure to announce the release of the first issue of our very own Horizon Fleet magazine - 'Beyond the Horizon'!
A copy can be downloaded via this link: http://www.4shared.com/document/fEgeaT5h/Beyond_the_Horizon_-_Issue_1.html
Please feel free to leave any feedback or comments here.…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Wed Apr 6th, 2011 @ 4:27am
Category: General News
Horizon Fleet Community News Update
Attention Crew:
Wednesday (3/30), we will be watching Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy in the Horizon Fleet IRC Channel. You can access the fleet channel by going to horizonfleet.net and selecting the HF Chat option on the left-hand menu bar. Simply obtain a viewable copy of Hitchhiker's Guide and at…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Mon Mar 28th, 2011 @ 7:59am
Category: Out of Character
Horizon Fleet Movie Night!
Dearest Crew:
For any who are interested, Thursday night 3/24/11 in Horizon Fleet IRC (which you can find by going to horizonfleet.net and selecting the HF Chat option on the left hand side bar) there will be a mass viewing of ST: Nemesis. How this works is you obtain a…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Mon Mar 21st, 2011 @ 5:07pm
Category: Out of Character
Character Leave Status Updates
Ladies and Gentlemen,
Just so as to keep everyone up to speed, I would like to make known the following regarding individuals currently on leave of absence:
Commander Fala Awen, our current Executive Officer, will remain on Extended Leave of Absence through the end of April or early May due…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Fri Mar 11th, 2011 @ 6:37am
Category: Simm Announcement
Pandora Crew Takes Shoreleave
Ladies and Gentlemen,
As of this afternoon, our mission "Confusion in the Cluster" was brought to a mysterious conclusion with its final three mission posts, which are now available for reading. I would like to thank everyone for their participation in this latest mission. The Pandora may have been prematurely…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Thu Mar 10th, 2011 @ 1:29pm
Category: Simm Announcement
An Update From the Desk of Captain Iluvar
Ladies and Gentlemen,
I would like to take a moment to welcome aboard our three newest crewmembers. Please join me in welcoming the following individuals to our community:
Tellarite engineering officer Ensign Bok comes to us with years of simming experience including time served as the commanding officer of the…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Fri Feb 25th, 2011 @ 6:48am
Category: Simm Announcement
Chief Counselor on Extended Leave of Absence
Attention Crew:
I have been informed that, due to a difficulty in obtaining a reliable internet connection at her present location, Lieutenant JG Hannah Andeti will continue to be on an Extended Leave of Absence through July.
Since the day I assumed command of this simm, we have prided ourselves…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Sun Feb 20th, 2011 @ 10:39am
Category: Simm Announcement
A Little Too Quiet
I know that this new year has been quite a busy time for everyone as far as real life is concerned, what with the holidays, school, work, and vacation. Thankfully, you all have been very good about communicating your situations to me and making arrangments regarding your posting and activity.…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Fri Feb 4th, 2011 @ 1:08pm
Category: Simm Announcement
Welcoming the New Fly-girl
Ladies and Gentlemen,
It is my pleasure and honor to welcome Ensign Jenna Siren, the newest member of our crew. Ensign Siren comes to us fresh from Starfleet Academy and has been assigned to the post of Chief Flight Control Officer aboard the USS Pandora. She came aboard during our…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Thu Dec 23rd, 2010 @ 3:13pm
Category: Simm Announcement
Now Entering the Holiday Season
Ladies and Gentlemen,
I understand that the holiday season can be a very busy time for many of us. Our work loads are increasing to accomodate all the usual activity of the holidays and we travel to visit friends and family. We often find ourselves with less time to dedicate…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Sun Dec 12th, 2010 @ 4:56pm
Category: Simm Announcement
Doin' the Time Warp
Ladies and Gentlemen,
It is my privilege and honor to announce that, as of 20 November 2010, we will officially be starting our next mission. "Confusion in the Cluster" is sort of a return-to-basics mission for us in many ways. It is based on the first mission I ever conducted…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Fri Nov 19th, 2010 @ 5:51am
Category: Simm Announcement
Just a Few Housekeeping Details
As the title of this news post implies, I have just a few housekeeping matters that I'd like to bring to everyone's attention regarding our current mission, the USS Pandora, and Horizon Fleet as a whole.
The joint mission post "The Time is Near" will be posted sometime today, marking…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Sun Nov 7th, 2010 @ 8:12am
Category: Out of Character
HF Community Coordinator Announcement
To all the fellow HF simmers:
In a collaborative effort from the Horizon Fleet DPA department – we’ve finally made some progress and have a couple of things to share with you.
The first noteworthy, and most time sensitive, item we have to announce is the Halloween themed IRC chat…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Tue Nov 2nd, 2010 @ 5:13am
Category: General News
A Changing of the Guard
Ladies and Gentlemen,
It is with a heavy heart that I write to you today. Commander Earlond, who has been a long-time member of this crew and has served with me since I first assumed command of the USS Tethys, has chosen to take an extended leave of absence from…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Sun Oct 31st, 2010 @ 9:14am
Category: Simm Announcement
Moving On to Mission Day 04
Ladies and Gentlemen,
As you can see, the main plot of the current mission focuses on the Board of Inquiry that Iluvar has been ordered to appear before. The main posts for Mission Day 03 regarding the Inquiry are nearly complete and will be posted sometime this weekend. We will…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Sat Oct 16th, 2010 @ 9:13am
Category: Simm Announcement
Shamless Polling Tactics
Greetings All!
For those of you who may be unaware, Horizon Fleet has recently created a Community Coordinator position for the fleet. This position serves to bolster a sense of community both in simming as a whole and out of character as well. With many options open to the simmers…
Author: Lieutenant JG Malia Jacy
Posted on: Fri Oct 1st, 2010 @ 3:06pm
Category: Out of Character
Farewell to a Friend
Fellow members of the USS Pandora,
It is with a humble heart that I inform you of the resignation of one of our colleagues. Lieutenant John Forest (formerly Lieutenant JG Margaret Winchester) has reached a point where he feels that he cannot continue to simm aboard the USS Pandora due…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Sun Aug 29th, 2010 @ 4:49am
Category: Simm Announcement
A Little Game of Musical Chairs
Ladies and Gentlemen,
As part of our Homecoming 2010 festivities, I would like to announce several changes to the manifest that will be occurring at the conclusion of our current mission, “A House Dividedâ€.
Executive Officer
Due to several reasons both in and out of character, Commander Earlond has decided…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Mon Aug 16th, 2010 @ 10:54am
Category: Simm Announcement
Homecoming 2010!
Ladies and Gentlemen,
It is with great pleasure that I announce the arrival of Homecoming 2010! Summer is often a busy time for all of us as we set out on vacation and enjoying those great outdoors. As we look toward the impending school year, we see the return to…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Tue Aug 10th, 2010 @ 12:13pm
Category: Simm Announcement
Mission Wrap-Up
Ladies and Gentlemen,
As many of you have undoubtedly already seen, we are rapidly nearing the end of our current mission, "A House Divided". I can see that many of you have put a lot of time and effort into posting and character development for this mission. Not only does…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Wed Jul 21st, 2010 @ 4:19pm
Category: Simm Announcement
Changing Faces
Ladies and Gentlemen,
It is my unfortunate duty to inform you that Ensign Amelia Torino has been removed for inactivity. I wish her the best of luck in whatever future simming endeavors she chooses to embark upon. However, it is my pleasure to announce three new faces that will be…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Mon Jul 12th, 2010 @ 4:22pm
Category: Simm Announcement
Task Force Shuffle and New Player!
Ladies and Gentlemen,
First, it is my pleasure and honor to announce the appointment of Rear Admiral Madison Andrews of the USS Niagara as the new Task Force 22 Commanding Officer. Rear Admiral Andrews has several years of leadership experience within the simming world including time served as both a…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Fri May 21st, 2010 @ 12:48pm
Category: Simm Announcement
"A House Divided" Mission Discussion
Attention All Crew!
The discussion thread for our first mission, "A House Divided", has been opened on the Pandora forums. You can find the thread here.
I encourage everyone to read over the entries in this thread because they will be very helpful in understanding what is going on…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Tue Mar 9th, 2010 @ 7:26pm
Category: Out of Character
USS Pandora Invited to Review Romulan Forces on Elyshan Border
In the wake of the pivotal Taevon Conference, Starfleet officials have expressed concern over the growing strife within the Romulan Empire and the effects that inner conflict may have on their ability to defend against possible aggression by the Elyshans. Representatives of the Romulan Senate have officially invited Rear Admiral…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Wed Mar 3rd, 2010 @ 10:07am
Category: General News
"Eye on Starfleet": The Elyshan Conflict and the USS Pandora
"Good evening, I'm Darcy Finnegan, and this... is Eye on Starfleet. Tonight we have back with us Commander Nathan Morgan, Spokesman and Press Secretary for Horizon Fleet's Task Force 22. Welcome back Commander," the young woman said with a bright smile that didn't quite meet her eyes.
Morgan returned the…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Mon Feb 1st, 2010 @ 3:46am
Category: General News
The Pandora's New Commanding Officer Welcomes You
Ladies and Gentlemen,
It is a privilege and an honor to welcome you aboard the Luna-class USS Pandora, flagship of Horizon Fleet's Task Force 22. My name is Rear Admiral Iluvar and I have just been named the Pandora's new commanding officer.
To be honest, I was a little surprised…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Mon Feb 1st, 2010 @ 3:46am
Category: General News
Welcome to the USS Pandora
Ladies and Gentlemen,
Welcome to the Luna-class starship, USS Pandora, future flagship of Horizon Fleet's Task Force 22. She's quite a fine ship, if I do say so myself. Rear Admiral Iluvar and his crew a lucky to be getting one of Starfleet's latest and greatest designs.
As you can…
Author: Vice Admiral Iluvar
Posted on: Mon Jan 18th, 2010 @ 7:23am
Category: General News