Posted by Civilian Marishka (Lounge Host) in 17/18 Forward- Post-Mission Awards (ALL CREW)

Posted by Lieutenant Junior Grade Benjamin Grey (Chief Medical Officer) in 17/18 Forward- Post-Mission Awards (ALL CREW)

Posted by Lieutenant Commander Stark Nightstalker (Chief Intelligence Officer) in 17/18 Forward- Post-Mission Awards (ALL CREW)
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Isabel watched as the Captain started her speech and commendations. IT would be nice to have that commendation in her file, a little something to recognize her effort in the last mission. She could still feel the moment of impact that would have killed her had the Prophets not brought her back unharmed. She shivered and took a sip of her drink.

Delaney, Sec

Karina almost spilled her drink as it came up to her lips. Her? A bright crimson lit up her cheeks as she set the glass down and headed for the small dais. As she stepped up, she managed to curb her nervousness enough to nod to the others then to the Captain. “Ma’am…” Forcing herself to stop biting her lip, she stood beside the Doc and tried not to look out at everyone looking up at her. Sure, she’d been on a stage and gotten promoted at graduation at the Academy. But somehow, this seemed different. Most personal. And a bit like being under a microscope.

Ens Karina Niles
Doctor

Koraia’s intense gaze was almost patented at this point. Rarely harsh (unless needed), but always searching and longer than most people were comfortable with. This time wth Karina was no exception as she considered the doctor. “Ensign Niles… it’s come to my attention that on several occasions your work has drawn attention. All good attention you should know. And given how intense our last couple missions have been for the medical department, it is not unexpected that many would be called on to do more. But within any group there are those that persevere under even the most difficult of circumstances.”

The captain reached for a little box and opened it. “Ensign Karina Niles, though you were on loan elsewhere for a little while, you returned to us with the same determination to jump into the fray. Your dedication to this ship and its crew is beyond reproach and therefore I am happy to promote you to the rank of Lieutenant Junior Grade, with all the rights, privileges and responsibilities therein.” She pinned the hollow pip on to Karina’s collar and offered her her hand. “Congratulations, Lieutenant.”

Fl. Captain Koraia, CO

Stark nodded, as cogs in the machinery of the Athena went, Karina’s actions were becoming more important by the day.

Stark Nightstalker CIO

Benjamin flashed a smile to his junior officer, Karinna had always been an important part of the medical staff and he was glad that she was being recognized for it. He made a mental note to gather the other doctors for a celebratory drink or twelve.

Dr. Grey - CMO

Marishka raised her glass in silent toast to the doctor who had so recently restored her voice.

• Marishka

As the Captain’s speech began, Karina swallowed in nervousness. This was starting to sound more like a dressing down and she wondered if that was what was happening. As the pips were produced, she bit her lip and mentally chastised herself for her momentary thoughts. She should know better than to think she’d get a reprimand on such a time as this. But promotion just hadn’t crossed her mind. Commendation, maybe, but not promotion. As the additional collar tabs were added, she did manage to smile and nod. “Thank you, Captain. I’m just glad you all are safe.” She couldn’t think of anything else to say. Her stubbornness did deserve a reprimand, she was sure of it. But right now, she stood there, still slightly dazed and accepted the promotion with a smile.

She was definitely needing a drink or three after this.

Ensign, (no wait) Lt JG Karina Niles
Very confusalbugged doctor lol