A futuristic, three-tiered podium with black and red bases, each displaying the Independence Fleet logo in large white letters. The top tier features the fleet's logo, a stylized star with a purple hue, surrounded by a laurel wreath. The podiums sit on a checkerboard floor, giving the scene a modern, sleek look.

Monthly Awards: February 2026

Best Post (Single Author)

Lieutenant JG Kate Kono
Intelligence Officer
USS Washington

For “Slipping the Hook”

Well written tension that harkens back to some great elements of not just TNG, but DS9 as well. Many different threads, characters, and a hidden plot make this an exciting and thrilling post.


Best Post (Joint Post)

Lt. JG Jek’Lar Son of Koss & Capt. Malcom Llwyedd & Lt. Jackson Smith & Lt. Devin Hadenbeer & Lt. JG Hotaru Wymund
ACIO / CO / CIO / IS / IO
USS Firebird

For “Invasion: Intelligence Part 2”

Although this award is going to the second part of a two-parter, I highly recommend reading both! The weight on every character, every action, and the consequences of those actions reverberate throughout the story.  


Funniest Post

Lieutenant Betaras K’ner & Captain Mira Rodale Lance
Chief Medical Officer / Commanding Officer
USS Chuck Norris

For “Meeting”

One of the things that can work well when trying to make comedy out of a serious situation is the absurdity of it all, and this is that to a tee.


Genesis

Captain Malcom Llwyedd
Commanding Officer
USS Firebird

For “A Voyage Home”

A great start to a new story by expanding on the previous mission and dealing with its consequences.


MVP

Lieutenant JG Kate Kono
Intelligence Officer
USS Washington

For the second month in a row, the Washington’s Intel Chief provided a flurry of creative material, both solo and group, and even managed to not only be the W’s top poster for the month, but involved in every single nomination! That’s an MVP!


Most Posts

Commander Jenna Ramthorne
Chief Flight Control Officer
USS Sunfire

For writing 18 posts.


Most Improved

Commander Samantha Howard
Chief Medical Officer
USS Washington

The Washington’s CMO had multiple contributions that advanced the plot extremely creatively, and at times, comically as well.


Rookie of the Month

Lieutenant JG Rowan Hale
Chief Medical Officer
USS Sunfire

The Sunfure’s new CMO came in with a bang, immediately posting and integrating into the crew.


Recruitment

Commander Dean House
Second Officer
USS Sunfire

Commander House supercharged the Sunfire’s ranks by recruiting an epic three new players!


Rear Admiral Aurther Winters
Director of Personnel
Independence Fleet

A futuristic, three-tiered podium with black and red bases, each displaying the Independence Fleet logo in large white letters. The top tier features the fleet's logo, a stylized star with a purple hue, surrounded by a laurel wreath. The podiums sit on a checkerboard floor, giving the scene a modern, sleek look.

Monthly Awards: December 2025

Welcome to Snowmageddon 2026!

Best Post (Single Author)

Commander Rosa Coy
Assistant Chief Flight Control Officer
USS Sunfire

For “DS9 and Back Again – The Silencing of Jexa”

A great post that fits right in with Trek and Sunfire lore.


Best Post (Joint Post)

Capt. Malcom Llwyedd & Cmdr. Rhiana t’Aegis & Lt. Zub Enel & Staff WO Firax & PO3 Thyra Kevensdotter & CWO B’Rala Of House Seeth
CO / CSTO / ACSTO / MA / RO / RO
USS Firebird

For “Circle the Wagons”

What an ensemble post with great writing!


Funniest Post

Captain Mira Rodale Lance & Commander Kevin Lance & Lieutenant Betaras K’ner
CO / XO / CMO
USS Chuck Norris

For “Dinner and Thanksgiving”

The holiday may be a little late (like this announcement), but the post still hits all the right notes.


Genesis

Captain Mira Rodale Lance & Commander Kevin Lance & Lieutenant Betaras K’ner
CO / XO / CMO
USS Chuck Norris

For “Why”

That’s how you start a mission! I can’t wait to see where it goes. 


MVP

Cmdr. Rhiana t’Aegis
Chief Security/Tactical Officer
USS Firebird

She does it month in and month out: writing outstanding posts, collaborating on the mission, planning for the future, recruiting, and managing the Discord channel. Well done!


Most Posts

Commander Jenna Ramthorne
Chief Flight Control Officer
USS Sunfire

For writing 13 posts.


Most Improved

Lieutenant Imik S’Niohun
Chief Security/Tactical Officer
USS Washington

Returning from an LOA, she jumped back in with the crew with some great writing that she’s already well known for.


Rookie of the Month

Lieutenant Devin Hadenbeer
Infiltration Specialist
USS Firebird

The new Infiltration Specialist wrote an amazing character, has been a joy for the crew to sim with, and has already positively influenced the ship’s culture.


Recruitment

Cmdr. Rhiana t’Aegis
Chief Security/Tactical Officer
USS Firebird

Due to her work and diligence, the Firebird has welcomed two new players to the sim.


Rear Admiral Aurther Winters
Director of Personnel
Independence Fleet