Posted by Lieutenant Commander Kastarak (Commanding Officer) in Sidesim: Federation Day – Mess hall (everyone welcome)
(Note: this takes place during the long, sixteen-day boring non-stop warp to the Rift)

It was Federation Day – the holiday of the United Federation of Planets commemorating the founding of the Federation. As acting commanding officer, it was Kastarak’s duty to oversee the 113th anniversary on board the ship. He had arranged for various culturally significant dishes and beverages from across the Federation. It was a rich buffet – the chefs had made an impressive work.

Kastarak wore mess uniform – it was a little stiffer than usual, mainly in the shoulders and arms. Had he gained some weight? Fat or extra muscle? He wasn’t sure – he had not been so introspective lately, as he had been too concerned with the fate of the two commanding officers – one of which was still comatose in Sickbay – and the welfare of the crew at these tiring times.

He thanked the chefs for their work, before opening the doors to the incoming crew members. The crew would be divided up in a few batches, so that each one could enjoy the buffet without overcrowding. The first batch included his senior crew (OOC: you lot). Kastarak, however, would stay all day.

He straightened both his jacket and back, relaxed his shoulders backwards, and with a chin up, stood by the door, greeting everyone.

Kastarak, Lt Cdr
Acting Commanding Officer; First Officer and Navigations Officer

Pawl moved to the door of the mess hall after his shift. Not really thinking of a celebration of the federation. As the doors opened, he entered calmly. “Hello Captain…” Pawl said with a half-smile on his face. “Happy Federation Day.” Pawl added.

[[Lt ]] [[Pawl Batario]]
[[Chief_Engineer]] [[Uss_Chernov]]