Over the years Quadrant 2 has been, at it’s core, a place to welcome fans of Star Trek into our collective and share ideas, learn from our differences and come together as one. Over the years Quadrant 2 has both helped start and gained new units from all over the UK come together, and now we’re pleased to welcome another new unit to the fold!
Following a long, honoured tradition, we are pleased to welcome Commander Timor Belar and ISS Newcastle into the ranks of Starfleet Command Quadrant 2 as of September 2nd.
Bridging the gap between the Prime and Mirror universes, the ISS Newcastle is a Rhode Island class ship that encompasses both the exploration of Starfleet and the combative upgrades and technology needed to survive the deadly Mirror Universe.
Primarily a cosplay based crew, the ISS Newcastle regularly attend conventions and support charity groups they feel passionately about working with. With their own unique and storied history, we are happy to add the ship and cre to Quadrant 2’s ranks and boldly go forwards together.
An already established unit, the Newcastle has officially begin her shakedown cruise as part of Quadrant 2. You can find out more about the Newcastle on our units page, visit their website and select ISS Newcastle as your assignment upon enlisting with Q2.
From the Admiralty, support staff and all within Quadrant 2, welcome to the fleet!
About the author
ADM JT Marczynka, DoFA
Creator of things, writer of words, caffeine addict. Director of Communications for Starfleet Command Quadrant 2.
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