Posted by Ensign Marcus Lavent (Security Officer) in Onboarding - Psych Eval - CNS Office

Posted by Lieutenant Todd Nyman (Chief Counselor) in Onboarding - Psych Eval - CNS Office

Posted by Ensign Marcus Lavent (Security Officer) in Onboarding - Psych Eval - CNS Office
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Marcus squared his posture and rang the bell to the CNS office. He never really had a problem meeting with a counslor from time to time. It had helped him manage his stress during the last few years at the academy. He had been in the field the past 15 weeks cross training with a team of Marines. They had rubbed off on him significantly. He was far more diciplined than he had been when he first connected with them. The extra twenty pounds of muscle he had put on during the time caused his uniform to strech some, he would have to remember to replicate an new uniform one that fit him better.

Ensign March Lavent
Security

Nyman answered the door rather quickly. As usual taking a moment while standing in the doorway to look over the newcomer. There was a contrast between the Ensign’s rather tight uniform and Nyman’s, who often chose a much more relaxed and looser fit (as that way, he didn’t get as tangled up in it switching forms).

But to Marcus, all he would appear to be was a 6ft human male in his late twenties, who was doing something unique with his hair. It wasn’t too obnoxious, but a very intricate pattern of braiding that may have brought to mind traditional Scandinavian patterns.

“Ah, Ensign,” he greeted with a warm smile, “Welcome aboard, please find somewhere comfortable…”

He indicated a seating area with a variety of chairs and stool types, at this point reaching the maximum amount of pillows on can sensibly fit into said area.

|Lt. Nyman,
Chief Counselor|

Marcus smiled at the counselor, “Thank you sir, ” he said taking a seat in the closest chair. He sat down in the chair and maintained his posture as best as he could. He was not entirely sure how this was going to go as it seem to differ between Counselors

-Ensign Marcus Lavent
Security

Nyman had noticed the Ensign’s posture and overall rigidness in his movements. The Vendorian principle of Sen’ra immediately came to mind, the ability to have complete control over one’s being through strength, discipline, and mental focus. At one point in his life, he might’ve even been jealous seeing a human embody the principle so well. But considering the Ensign’s background and training, it did not surprise the counselor that he had developed such traits.

“You can relax, make yourself comfortable,” he said, making his way over to the replicator toward the back of the office.

As he walked back, one couldn’t help but notice his extensive pottery and ceramics collection lining the back wall. All from different eras and cultures, mixed in with a few of his own hand-made pieces. At his command, a glass of water materialized,

“Can I get you anything?” he asked with a smile.

|Lt. Nyman,
Chief Counselor|

“Water please” he responded relaxing into the chair, making himself comfortable. It was nice to relax indoors on something other than a bench, metal chair or log. He was not looking forward to his bed however sleeping on the ground for the past 15 weeks was going to make a soft bed unbearable. His eyes followed the Lieutenants over to the collection of various pots displayed for all to see. “Nice collections, hobby of yours?” he asked

-Ensign Marcus Lavent
Security

“You could say that,” Nyman said.

He brought over both glasses of water and chose a seat across from Marcus, setting down the glasses on an end table positioned between the two seats.

“It keeps me productive in my downtime. Though I usually just stick to traditional pottery, a little sculpture, most of the ceramics are gifts.”

The counselor relaxed into his chair,

“If you’re interested, I was considering starting a workshop. I want to gauge interest before I bring it up to the captain, though.”

|Lt. Nyman,
Chief Counselor|

Marcus thought for a moment as he took his glass and sipped his water before setting it back down . ” I might be interested in that, it might be nice to do something other that work out and shoot things ” he said with a chuckle. “I tend to do more outdoors type things, fishing hiking that sort of thing” He noted. “Having an indoor hobby might be a nice change of pace. “

-Ensign Marcus Lavent
Security

“I’m glad you’re open to the idea.” Nyman responded, “You know I can somewhat relate, growing up I spent a lot more time outdoors. I really only stopped when I…”

There was a pause, his demeanor shifted slightly as he sat up straight in his seat,

“When I started working. Anyway, I know it’s not exactly the same experience, but the holodeck some good programs. I personally like this one Appalachian River Trail program, it is very good.”

|Lt. Nyman,
Chief Counselor|

Marcus took note of the mans pause around something in his past but certainly did not know him well enough to acknowledge it. Instead he smiled warmly “Appalachian River trail sounds fun” he responded. “Sounds like a backpack and fishing rod is in order. Love to check it out some time maybe we can grab a few other people and make a day of it” he finalized.

He paused briefly “I was raised by my grandfather, we did a lot of hunting and fishing. More simple times I’m afraid” His thoughts drifted momentarily to his parents and the short time he had known them. His expression briefly shifted to a man contemplating something.

-Ensign Marcus Lavent
Security

Nyman noticed something different in the Ensign’s expression and made note of it. As usual he was going to try and address it indirectly and not force something out of Marcus he didn’t want to talk about. But it seemed like he did,

“So, what’s on your mind? Anything you’d like to talk about, that’s usually how I do evaluations.”

|Lt. Nyman,
Chief Counselor|

Marcus’s face twisted into a odd combination of deep thought and a smile. He shifted slightly in his seat his face returning back to normal. “Not that I can think of, I’m pretty happy to finally be on a ship. ” he paused for a moment. “I am mostly excited to be here”.

-Ensign Marcus Lavent
Security

The counselor nodded, “It’s always exciting to start a new assignment. Especially this being your first ship, it’s something special. I take it you were really looking forward to this assignment?”

|Lt. Nyman,
Chief Counselor|