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Wordsmith Medal for Narrative Voice

For those who excel at crafting the voice of a post. This skill is an important element in writing. Through careful word selection or syntax, the writer has provided a rhythm to a story or expressed an emotion that created a strong response in the reader. Sample post(s) required.

Category: Both
Awarded: 12 times

Lieutenant Commander Maurice Rubens
06 Apr 2024 @ 12:23pm
“Unwitnessed, Unratified: What We Do” Rubens
An insightful portrayal of a young diplomat's experience. Who’s already aware of the complexities of diplomacy, with its delicate balance between progress and setbacks, punctuated by periods of stagnation.
Lieutenant JG Hannah Wagner
02 Jan 2024 @ 7:32pm
For Dr Wagner’s dedication to finding a solution to Xeri’s loss of telepathy and the details she gives, through her inner voice, on neuroplasticity. Post reference: “Lacking Efficiency of Data”
Commander Calliope Zahn
09 Oct 2023 @ 3:33pm
“The Past is in the Aft Torpedo Sights”

A beautiful post where we follow DeHavilland and Zhan, while they are off duty and meet in a Klingon restaurant. As they speak of Zahn’s recent break-up, we are treated to the vibrant atmosphere that Chef KevaQ imposes around him. We also witness what, surely, must be the most magnificent cake that exists on this side of the galaxy :).
Captain Corvus DeHavilland
09 Oct 2023 @ 3:32pm
“The Past is in the Aft Torpedo Sights”

A beautiful post where we follow DeHavilland and Zhan, while they are off duty and meet in a Klingon restaurant. As they speak of Zahn’s recent break-up, we are treated to the vibrant atmosphere that Chef KevaQ imposes around him. We also witness what, surely, must be the most magnificent cake that exists on this side of the galaxy :).
Commander Calliope Zahn
08 Sep 2023 @ 10:22pm
“Three Tests (Two Fails, One Pass)” and “The Impass”
For the description of a sumptuous setting, which is the perfect place for a fantastic meal, but on this occasion it turns into a grand opportunity to develop a breakup. Step by step, we see Calliope Zahn’s and Lance Quinn’s marriage disintegrate. It is done through a series of misunderstandings, little jabs and the realisation that a polite relationship is no relationship at all. Those two posts are both amusing and a bit scary, as they show what can happen when the harmony between a couple is gone. (nominated by Spiral)
Lieutenant Louke Haille
05 Jun 2023 @ 6:47pm
for writing in- "A Shadow Revealed"
A compelling jp that describes what happens when a crew meets heroes who, for classified reasons, cannot be allowed to exist in the public eye. This leads to a series of emotions, from bafflement to awe as DeHavilland’s crew realises they are being rescued, but history won’t retain this momentous encounter. (nominated by Spiral)
Chief Deputy Marshal: Ridge Steiner - FMS
05 Jun 2023 @ 6:47pm
for writing in- "A Shadow Revealed"
A compelling jp that describes what happens when a crew meets heroes who, for classified reasons, cannot be allowed to exist in the public eye. This leads to a series of emotions, from bafflement to awe as DeHavilland’s crew realises they are being rescued, but history won’t retain this momentous encounter. (nominated by Spiral)
Commander Calliope Zahn
05 Jun 2023 @ 6:46pm
for writing in- "A Shadow Revealed"
A compelling jp that describes what happens when a crew meets heroes who, for classified reasons, cannot be allowed to exist in the public eye. This leads to a series of emotions, from bafflement to awe as DeHavilland’s crew realises they are being rescued, but history won’t retain this momentous encounter. (nominated by Spiral)
Captain Corvus DeHavilland
05 Jun 2023 @ 6:46pm
for writing in- "A Shadow Revealed"
A compelling jp that describes what happens when a crew meets heroes who, for classified reasons, cannot be allowed to exist in the public eye. This leads to a series of emotions, from bafflement to awe as DeHavilland’s crew realises they are being rescued, but history won’t retain this momentous encounter. (nominated by Spiral)
Chief Warrant Officer Braedyn Tann
06 Apr 2023 @ 10:58pm
Tann surprises us in Ride-Along: The Hard Way when he lets out the stops and a little bit of fancy flying quickly puts some uncooperative enemy fighters in their place! He inspires the youngest pilot on the crew with his demonstration and backs up his reputation as one of the best pilots around.
Atif ibn Sharjar - Merchant of the Al Ashar
04 Dec 2022 @ 2:42pm
To recognize Polar for his work demonstrating Loki III going beyond description and carrying us through adventures along with Atif Ibn Sharjar and the people he meets and sights he sees along the way. The entire series is highly readable and engaging and has incredible attention to detail. The characters are well rounded, and even vicious tribal opponents are shaped by their cultures and the harsh elements of the planet so as to be sympathetically understood by the reader.(Nominated by Spiral & Nikki)

11 Mar 2021 @ 10:48am
Without a doubt one of the best writing style I have ever had the honour to read. Well thought and engaging whether it is Minka and her family, DeHavilland 'Captaining' or Sepandiyar ordering Marines and not allowing them to leave. The style is perfect for the situation. Can't wait to see what comes next.