Bravo Fleet
USS Io
Luna-class • NCC-80105 • Io Light Explorer Squadron • Fourth Fleet • Managed by FCAPT Callen Varro
The USS Io (NCC-80105) is a Luna-class light explorer assigned to the Fourth Fleet under the command of Captain Silas Crowe. Serving as the flagship of the Io Light Explorer Division, the ship was commissioned in 2379, named for the mythological figure whose story embodies resilience and transformation. Like its namesake, Io has weathered adversity and emerged stronger, continuing its mission with steadfast determination.
In the wake of the 250th Frontier Day, Starfleet was left fractured, reeling from a catastrophe that devastated much of its fleet, claimed countless lives, and shook the foundation of trust within the Federation. The months that followed were marked by grief, paranoia, and a struggle to rebuild. Yet through it all, the crew of the USS Io endured. They became a symbol of perseverance, a reminder that even in the darkest times, Starfleet’s mission—to explore, to seek out new life, to forge peace—must continue.
Now, Io is more vigilant than ever. Tasked with deep-space exploration, scientific discovery, and diplomatic outreach, it operates at the fringes of the known galaxy, pushing beyond the familiar into the vast unknown. The ship’s crew stands ready to meet the challenges of a galaxy still recovering from recent upheaval, offering aid to those in need, extending a hand to new allies, and defending the ideals of the Federation where they are most threatened.
With every mission, the USS Io carries Starfleet’s enduring spirit forward, boldly going where no one has gone before.
Io Light Explorer Squadron
Squadron Commands
Crew Manifest
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Silas Crowe
Commanding Officer
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Kiaran Patel
Executive Officer
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Eileen Piper
Chief Flight Operations Officer
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Zyrrkathorandaraxiluunth Byrrynathalorim
Chief Operations Officer
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Jazara Koran
AssistantChief Operations Officer
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Suvak
Chief Medical Officer
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Selene Arden
Chief Science Officer
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Bran Kindle
Astrometrics Specialist
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Quelis Drevan
Chief Tactical Officer
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Jackson Rivers
Assistant Chief Tactical Officer
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Alex Jansen
Chief Engineering Officer
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Rylan Xer
Counsellor
Recent Stories
View All Stories8 August 2025
Camp Qapla' : The Great Khitomer Challenge!
USS Blythe, USS Culver City, USS Decker, USS Echelon, USS Io, USS Leif Erikson, USS Medea, USS Resolute and USS da Vinci
Silas hit the wall with a grunt, his breath heavier than he wanted. Ahead, the Klingon was already halfway up the ropes, snarling with effort. Silas grabbed hold and began to climb, slow and deliberate. Halfway up, his boot slipped on a muddy smear and slammed him into the boards. “Still got [...]
8 August 2025
Camp Qapla' : The Great Khitomer Challenge!
USS Blythe, USS Culver City, USS Decker, USS Echelon, USS Io, USS Leif Erikson, USS Medea, USS Resolute and USS da Vinci
Huffing and puffing, both teams break the treeline at the same time. A horn sounds, and Captain Kravok steps up onto a platform alongside Captain Thorne at the finish line, in front of two flags, one Klingon, one Federation. “You have done well to make it this far so quickly,” he said. [...]
4 August 2025
Camp Qapla' : The Great Khitomer Challenge!
USS Blythe, USS Culver City, USS Decker, USS Echelon, USS Io, USS Leif Erikson, USS Medea, USS Resolute and USS da Vinci
“Incoming. Northwest.” Tanna flinched reflexively, even though she was pretty sure it wasn’t anything dangerous huffing and grumbling in the trees, but her hand still moved towards the Type-1 phaser that was stashed in a small belt pouch. Moments later, the bushes rustled sharply and [...]
4 August 2025
Camp Qapla' : The Great Khitomer Challenge!
USS Blythe, USS Culver City, USS Decker, USS Echelon, USS Io, USS Leif Erikson, USS Medea, USS Resolute and USS da Vinci
The ‘Trials of Ash and Leaf’ was an ancient rite in Klingon history. Thousands of years old, and steeped in much lore and tradition. It had originated during the Second dynasty. And had once been used as a training regimen for guards of the imperial house, but for the past several [...]