Posted by Commander Qyra Nyx (Executive Officer) in OOC: Retiring from STF Mid-September

Posted by Major Vektul (Chief Engineer) in OOC: Retiring from STF Mid-September

Posted by Ava Henson in OOC: Retiring from STF Mid-September
Hello Everyone -

I just want to say I’ve had a great time writing and roleplaying with everyone in the club. However, for several real life reasons I have found myself lacking the proper time and motivation to continue to offer quality writing and interactions. Therefore, by mid September, I plan on moving on from STF.

I leave with many regrets. My plans for a ship class of my own lay incomplete. Storylines I may never be able to finish. And the beginnings of friendships never to be written. And I sincerely apologize to all those to whom I have obligations. But when added to the other obligations - my work in the ministry and the improved scrutiny my worksite is facing - it has all become too much.

Even though I was only a small part of her history, I hope for many more years and many more adventures to take place aboard my beloved Levi. It is bittersweet leaving, but I have confidence in her Captain and her crew.

The Saracen is another ship I am especially fond of, and it saddens me to leave again after such a short time. Take courage, you have a good crew aboard, a great sim ahead, and you will bounce back.

I regret that I didn’t have much time on the Asimov or the Memorial. Poetically, it seems I have come full circle — leaving STF just as T’Mor is coming onto the Asimov. Though this time, much more international. My roles on these ships may be small, but I thoroughly enjoyed my time. I will miss writing with Linds and will likely not have a chance to read the end of Jack’s sim.

I hope STF can continue on, and this corner of the internet can be a safe and welcoming space for all Star Trek fans, old and new. I hope it brings joy and continues to offer a much needed creative outlet. I will miss being apart of it with you all.

Peace, and Long Life
- Ava H.

Oh, Ava. I’m so saddened to hear this. The interactions you and I have had here and on the Saracen has been rich and much enjoyed by myself. I’m sorry that we won’t get to interact more. But I understand the pressures of real life. It kept me away from this club I love for many years.

My fervent hope for you is that you find peace in the real world. That you are happy. And that sometime in the not too distant future, if the stars align, you will return to us.

Godspeed,
Capt. H. Levi (Hyena) Smiley
aka, Harley

Ava, don’t give up on STF completely. I, too, was away from the club dealing with the death of my mother. Surprisingly, it took much more time that I thought it would and I tried to come back a couple of times when I wasn’t ready. I was away for a little over three years, but now I am back and ready to play, enjoying myself the way I used too. You could be in for the same kind of ride. First and foremost, we are real people with real lives that need tending. We all understand that, but at some point in the future, you might find you are in a good place mentally and physically, and willing to give us another try. Good luck with all you are dealing with. I wish you success.

Commander Qyra Nyx
Executive Officer USS Memorial

Sorry to see you go but remember, there will always be a place for you on the Memorial.

Captain Rick Gruby, aka Nightroad, CO