Welcome to the U.S.S. Elysium!




USS ELYSIUM - NCC 89000





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"We know what we are, but know not what we may be" - William Shakespeare


Our Commanding Officer and Our Executive Officer:

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Commodore Phoenix Lalor and Captain Gary Taylor


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The USS Elysium is the first vessel of her class and one of Obsidian Fleet’s most distinguished, award-winning simulations. Continuously active since 2017 under her current Commanding Officer, Commodore Phoenix Lalor-Richardson, the Elysium carries a proud legacy of rich storytelling and dedicated writers. Set in the late 24th century within a DS9/Voyager-era alternate timeline, the sim explores diplomacy, discovery, and deep character development in the in-game year 2398. Writers of all experience levels—both newcomers and seasoned role-players—are welcomed into a collaborative and supportive creative environment.



At the heart of the Elysium experience is cooperative storytelling. Every player develops their own character, shaping their personal arc within a dynamic shared universe. Working alongside Executive Officer Captain Gary Taylor, Commodore Lalor-Richardson leads the Elysium as a beacon of diplomacy, scientific advancement, and humanitarian aid on the Federation frontier. Outfitted with cutting-edge Starfleet technology, full holographic capability, and an integrated shipboard AI, the vessel provides a rich backdrop for stories that span political intrigue, exploration, crisis response, and the personal journeys of its crew.



Beyond its mission profile, the Elysium also serves as one of four mobile branches of Starfleet Academy, offering cadets hands-on training aboard a fully operational starship under official Academy oversight. This unique blend of seasoned officers, ambitious specialists, and eager cadets creates a vibrant narrative ecosystem filled with mentorship, growth, and departmental collaboration. For those seeking an immersive Star Trek experience grounded in creativity, character development, and community spirit, the USS Elysium offers a welcoming home—and countless stories waiting to be written.



Our story so far...


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We, here on the USS Elysium, encourage you to join us on our journey. We are a family, and families stick together.




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Latest News Items

» Normal posting has resumed

Posted on Sun Jan 4th, 2026 @ 7:21am by Commodore Phoenix Lalor-Richardson in Sim Announcement

Good Day all,

Our holiday break is over. All players not on a LOA are to post as per the posting requirements.

There is a mass JP currently under way. Please remember to reply to it and Save when you do.

I am going to be reaching out to players at the end of the month if they are in abeyance of the posting rules.

Regards

Jill


» 2025 Q4 Awards.

Posted on Thu Jan 1st, 2026 @ 8:28pm by Commodore Phoenix Lalor-Richardson in General News

Hello

Below are the final quarter awards for 2025. The END OF YEAR AWARDS are STILL OPEN!

Civilian Teevs Dosivi
Stalwart Herald
Nominated from the 2025 Q4 Awards  

Commodore Phoenix Lalor-Richardson
Story Time
Nominated from the 2025 Q4 Awards  

Civilian Teevs Dosivi
Story Time
Nominated from the 2025 Q4 Awards  

Lieutenant Colonel Azhul Naxea
Story Time
Nominated from the 2025 Q4 Awards  

Lieutenant Commander Rin
Story Time
Nominated from the 2025 Q4 Awards  

Civilian Teevs Dosivi
Outstanding Volunteer Award
Nominated from the 2025 Q4 Awards  

Commodore Phoenix Lalor-Richardson
Collaborative Post Excellence
Nominated from the 2025 Q4 Awards  

Lieutenant JG Damien Blackford
Collaborative Post Excellence
Nominated from the 2025 Q4 Awards  

Lieutenant Colonel Azhul Naxea
Collaborative Post Excellence
Nominated from the 2025 Q4 Awards  

Civilian Teevs Dosivi
Collaborative Post Excellence
Nominated from the 2025 Q4 Awards  

Lieutenant N'vok Holv
Commendation for Mission Participation
Nominated from the 2025 Q4 Awards  

Lieutenant Commander Alicia Kelea-Salik
Commendation for Mission Participation
Nominated from the 2025 Q4 Awards  

Lieutenant Tate Sullivan Ph.D.
Commendation for Mission Participation
Nominated from the 2025 Q4 Awards  

Lieutenant Thor Magnus
Commendation for Mission Participation
Nominated from the 2025 Q4 Awards  

Commander Kyle Reece
Commendation for Mission Participation
Nominated from the 2025 Q4 Awards  

Lieutenant J'airesh Mora-Heath
Commendation for Mission Participation
Nominated from the 2025 Q4 Awards  

Lieutenant Zuriñe Aritza M.D.
Commendation for Mission Participation
Nominated from the 2025 Q4 Awards  

Lieutenant JG Camryn Shepard
Commendation for Mission Participation
Nominated from the 2025 Q4 Awards  

Consul Andrinn Orin
Commendation for Mission Participation
Nominated from the 2025 Q4 Awards  

Commander Sthilg
Commendation for Mission Participation
Nominated from the 2025 Q4 Awards  

Lieutenant JG Damien Blackford
Commendation for Mission Participation
Nominated from the 2025 Q4 Awards  

Lieutenant Anna Esquivias
Commendation for Mission Participation
Nominated from the 2025 Q4 Awards  

Lieutenant Colonel Azhul Naxea
Commendation for Mission Participation
Nominated from the 2025 Q4 Awards  

Civilian Teevs Dosivi
Commendation for Mission Participation
Nominated from the 2025 Q4 Awards  

Commodore Phoenix Lalor-Richardson
Commendation for Mission Participation
Nominated from the 2025 Q4 Awards  

Lieutenant Commander Rin
Commendation for Mission Participation
Nominated from the 2025 Q4 Awards  

Captain Gary Taylor
Commendation for Mission Participation
Nominated from the 2025 Q4 Awards  

Lieutenant Colonel Azhul Naxea
Rose Award
Nominated from the 2025 Q4 Awards  

Captain Gary Taylor
Rose Award
Nominated from the 2025 Q4 Awards  

Civilian Tristi Richardson
Non Player Character Award
Nominated from the 2025 Q4 Awards  

Commodore Phoenix Lalor-Richardson
Library Excellence Ribbon
Nominated from the 2025 Q4 Awards


» New Player - Please welcome

Posted on Mon Dec 29th, 2025 @ 8:25am by Commodore Phoenix Lalor-Richardson in General News

Good Morning All

Please welcome our newest player!

Scott who will be playing 2nd Lieutenant Elijah Hunter - Fighter pilot.

Regards

Jill


» 2026 SHIP end of Year Awards

Posted on Fri Dec 26th, 2025 @ 8:27pm by Commodore Phoenix Lalor-Richardson in General News

https://forms.gle/Zndro8qR91pDJxJbA - Due by the 205.01.2026
These awards are tabulated by votes from the crew and are basically MAJOR Crew Choice awards!

Regards

Jill


» 6 months - Time Served

Posted on Fri Dec 26th, 2025 @ 7:41pm by Commodore Phoenix Lalor-Richardson in General News

Congratulations Lieutenant Zuriñe Aritza M.D! for surviving 6 months with us!


Latest Mission Posts

» Dinner and Afterwards

Mission: Season 6: Episode 6: Conglomerate
Posted on Thu Jan 15th, 2026 @ 2:41pm by Lieutenant JG Jason Danvers [Taylor] & Cadet Freshman Grade Cerese Gemini (Kelea-Salik)

Jason and Cerese arrived at Das Alpine Haus and were instantly greeted by Hans. "Lieutenant Danvers! It is good to see you again and who is lovely Fraulein you have on your elbow?" Jason beamed at the compliment Hans paid Cerese. "Hans, this Cerese Gemini. Cerese this is Hans Mueller…


» Sharing Information

Mission: Season 6: Episode 6: Conglomerate
Posted on Wed Jan 14th, 2026 @ 11:53pm by Lieutenant Nicholas Reece [Reece] & Lieutenant Commander Rin & Avalon [ADMIN NPC]

The morning after the initial meeting, two representatives from the Havraha's intelligence department beamed over to the Elysium. They were under orders to share any intelligence they had, provided it did nor exceed any current United Federation of Planets and Romulan Star Empire agreements.

The two officers, a male crewman,…


» The Galaxy Can Start Revolving Again

Mission: Season 6: Episode 6: Conglomerate
Posted on Tue Jan 13th, 2026 @ 1:27am by Lieutenant Commander Kara Starr {Kelea-Salik} & Lieutenant Commander Malakai Starr [Taylor]

After rebuffing the initial attack, Mal had just on destination in mind, his and Kara's quarters. He tried to remember what she was going to do and her visiting the arboretum leaped into his head. He made a beeline for their quarters and as he made his way he could…


» Just Because..... I Love You

Mission: MISSION 0 - History Speaks
Posted on Tue Jan 13th, 2026 @ 1:27am by Senior Chief Petty Officer Emily Charles {Kelea-Salik} & Lieutenant JG Zac Smithson [Taylor]

Zac had gotten home before Emily so he had time to hide the gift he had gotten for her. It was what he called a 'just because' gift. Emily did so much for her daughter and himself that he wanted to show her how much he loved her and all…


» See my Favorite Dragon Knight

Mission: Season 6: Episode 6: Conglomerate
Posted on Mon Jan 12th, 2026 @ 11:13pm by Civilian Hendor Charles [Reece] & Commander Sthilg & Lieutenant Vise [Sthilg] Kesahl & Staff Sergeant Leilani Charles {Kelea-Salik}

Even with everything that had occurred, the normal day-to-day operations still needed to occur, such as normally scheduled medical appointments.

Today was such a day. Though Hendor was young, he already had more knowledge of responsibility than most kids his age. Today, was his scheduled appointment to see Dr Sthilg,…


Latest Personal Logs

» What a Curious Bunch of Aliens

Posted on Mon Jul 29th, 2024 @ 6:06am by Civilian Teevs Dosivi

"Begin recording, please."

Teevs sat back in the pilot's chair on the Spheia as the vessel's computer initialized a new log recording. "Wow, where to begin," he said, running a hand through his hair. "Kerilia and I are still on the alien ship, the Elysium. They have been incredibly kind…


» Always Look Up At The Stars, Never Down At Your Feet - They May Not Be Firmly On The Ground!

Posted on Thu Jun 6th, 2024 @ 10:58pm by Lieutenant J'airesh Mora-Heath

The ACMO woke outside her lightweight coverlet and shivered involuntarily. She had been dreaming. It had been the most amazing dream. In her dream she had met the most incredible person. She had fallen in love with him much too easily but she had NO regrets whatsoever!

She had dreamed…


» Josefs Personal Log: Vol 1, After the Rescue

Posted on Fri May 17th, 2024 @ 10:58am by Petty Officer 3rd Class Josef Forstinger

Personal Log. I think, thats how you work this thing anyway.

400 years. I've been frozen for fucking 400 years. Not only that, for a bit of that I had serve as some Alien Freaks personal fucking plaything beating in peoples skulls for their entertainment. At first I didn't realize…


» What Just Happened?

Posted on Tue Sep 26th, 2023 @ 8:23am by Captain Gary Taylor

Gary had returned to his and Lia's quarters after leaving the brig and Lia. His mood somber and the quarters seemed to reflect that. It was dark, silent somber.

He was still trying to make sense of what happened. "Computer start personal log of Captain Gary Taylor." The chirped that…


» Thinking Long Term

Posted on Tue Apr 11th, 2023 @ 7:42am by Commander Arrianna Salannis an Vantar

Personal Log,

Alright... It's time to think long term.

First. I'm not going to be interested in love for a while, maybe in a few years or so. Humans and cheap love. I can't begin to understand human behavior. They're as argumentative as Tellarites, Driven by their passions as Klingons.…