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

» 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!


» Awards for December 2025

Posted on Wed Dec 24th, 2025 @ 11:21am by Commodore Phoenix Lalor-Richardson in General News

Just clearing these out before you influx me with the other awards :)

Lieutenant JG Heather De La Rosa {Kelea-Salik}
Collaborative Post Excellence
Her portrayal of Heather was spot on in her concern for Fernando and his injury. It was real and heartfelt and helped make the post as good as it was. Jeff aka Captain Gary Taylor

Lieutenant J'airesh Mora-Heath
Collaborative Post Excellence
For her outstanding writing and creativity in the JP "Will I Still be Able to Dance?" Her creativity was invaluable to making this post as good as it was. Jeff aka Captain Gary Taylor

Lieutenant Colonel Azhul Naxea
Outstanding Personal Character Arc
For [U.S.S. Elysium] Season 6: Episode 6: Conglomerate - Fatigue In her ongoing evolution of Gami, I am enjoying seeing the softer side of the powerful Gunnery Sergeant. Bill aka Cmdr Kyle Reece

CONGRATULATIONS!


» End of Year Wrap up

Posted on Wed Dec 24th, 2025 @ 11:12am by Commodore Phoenix Lalor-Richardson in General News

Hi

We are coming up to the end of the year!

LAST QUARTER FOR ELYSIUM - AWARDS FOR 2025 - https://forms.gle/hwGCfMB2dpWV782v8 - due by the 10th January 2026

FLEET AWARD NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR 2025 - https://www.obsidianfleet.net/2025/12/2025-eoty-awards-time-to-nominate/ - Due by the 10th January 2026

PROMOTIONS FOR CREW - Will be announced on the 31st of January 2026!

Regards

JIll


» 2025 Holiday Season Reset

Posted on Fri Dec 19th, 2025 @ 3:57pm by Commodore Phoenix Lalor-Richardson in General News

Hi everyone

2025 has been a shitshow for many of us. With this in mind, we will not be enforcing the posting requirements until the 5th of January 2026. I will put out the roll call on the 3rd and you will have until the 13th to post and reply to the roll call.

Bill is going to get the mission underway from January.

Until then, everyone take the time to spend it with family, friends and loved ones.

Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays to all!

Jill and family


Latest Mission Posts

» Echo's in the corridors

Mission: Season 6: Episode 6: Conglomerate
Posted on Fri Dec 26th, 2025 @ 8:05pm by Avalon [ADMIN NPC]

It started as a whisper.

A hushed conversation between two technicians outside the turbolift on Deck Fifteen.

“Did you hear? They met down in Cargo Bay Three last week.”

“Who?”

“Lower decks crew. Engineers, med staff, maybe a marine. Just to talk.”

“About what?”

“Command. And how long we’re supposed…


» LL's Christmas

Mission: Season 6: Episode 6: Conglomerate
Posted on Fri Dec 26th, 2025 @ 8:36am by Captain Gary Taylor

Gary sat on the couch and looked at the small tree with its twinkling ornaments and blinking lights. Gifts lay under it. Most
were for LL but there were a few for Naxea as well which he would give her when they got together. He was quietly enjoying
this time…


» Baby's First Christmas

Mission: MISSION 0 - History Speaks
Posted on Thu Dec 25th, 2025 @ 4:25am by Captain David Tonelly [Reece]

After David had finished visiting Baeryn's stasis chamber m, he made his way home to hold their beautiful angel, Samanthanna. His heart was heavy, because he could feel he body between himself and Baeryn fading more every day. He knew that soon, he would have to make a decision for…


» Assistant Helpers

Mission: Season 6: Episode 6: Conglomerate
Posted on Sat Dec 20th, 2025 @ 2:46am by Lieutenant Thor Magnus & Lieutenant JG Louis Bordeaux ( Magnus ) & Lieutenant JG Camryn Shepard & Crewman Sindari Toylen [ADMIN NPC] & Avalon [ADMIN NPC] & Civilian Conglomerate (Reece) & Ensign Lorelei Lee ( Barclay de Tolly )


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=ON=

As the work to repair the damaged systems continued to gsin speed, the team of Romulan engineers worked side-by-side with their Elysium counterparts. Unfortunately, as they were working, they discovered that the damage sustained was more extensive than earlier thought.

Suddenly, there was an explosion in Engineering. Several…


» How To Date A Human

Mission: MISSION 0 - History Speaks
Posted on Fri Dec 5th, 2025 @ 9:55am by Consul Andrinn Orin & Civilian Teevs Dosivi

"Mister Orin," Teevs began. He and the diplomat had been going through the different species who were open to trade. Part of the process involved Teevs teaching Orin about the different cultural values, like which acts cultures found offensive and which could work in their favour. The two were sitting…


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.…