Name: Pol Canon Rank: Lieutenant Commander Position: Counselor Assignment: USS HORIZON, NCC-825002 Betazoid Male 37 yrs old Date of Birth: 01-03-2379 Place of Birth: Capital City, Betazed Height: 5' 6" Weight: 150 lbs. Eyes: Brown Hair: Brownish Blond Blood: Red Skin: White Planetary University of Betazed - Major: Pre-Med - Minor: PsychologyIntergalactic University of Betazed - Ph.D.- Alien Psychology and Species Interaction Starfleet Academy - Primary Track Counseling - Secondary Track Medical Notable Non-Specialty Academy Training: - Archaeology - Arctic Survival Techniques - Astrophysics - Ecology- Mathematics - Meteorology SPECIAL ABLILITIES - Full Telepathy with Betazoids Pol possesses the ability to communicate with other Betazoids by telepathy. The effective range of Pol's telepathy has been tested on Betazed, although this information is classified. From practical application, it is known his telepathy can reach at least from a planet's surface to a ship in standard orbit. He has extensive training in mind probes and in shielding his own thoughts from probing. - Tactile Telepathy with Non-Betazoids Pol possesses the ability of communicate with non-Betazoids by tactile telepathy. By touching an individual, Pol can use his full range of Betazoid abilities, including communication and probing. - Empathic Pol possesses the ability to sense the emotions of others. The effective range of Pol's empathy has been tested on Betazed, although the information is classified. From practical experience, as long as the subject is in sight (i.e., over an open communications line), the range is virtually unlimited. - Life Sense Pol possesses the ability of sense the presence of life forms. The range of this ability is unknown, and Pol has had little opportunity to use this ability. Certain exotic life forms may not be detected by this ability. - Enter and Manipulate the "Dreamscape" Pol possesses the ability to enter and manipulate the "Dreamscape." The Dreamscape is an alternate reality on a plane of existence similar to subconscious dreaming. It is an actual place, and events there can have an effect on our reality. Pol may, at will, enter or leave the Dreamscape, and others may accompany him there, although there is little Pol can do to assure their safety or return to our reality. To a limited degree, Pol can manipulate the scenes displayed while in the Dreamscape. STARFLEET QUALIFICATIONS -Counselor -Chief Medical Officer -Relief Ops Officer SPECIAL SKILLS -accomplished pianist -amateur archaeologist LANGUAGES SPOKEN - Andorian - Bajoran - Betazoid (native tongue) - Bolian - Ferengi - Klingon - Orion - Romulan - Standard Federation - Vulcan - Yridian PERSONAL HISTORY Pol grew up on Betazed, a Federation-member planet. Pol had interests in music and Betazed's religious background, spending much time studying results from archaeological surveys on the planet. In school, Pol was always the best and brightest in his class. Pol seemed to do well at everything, and that was the problem: he needed to pick one thing for a career. After attending a family wedding, at which about 30 different alien races were in attendance, Pol came to have an interest in species interaction. Pol attended the Planetary University on Betazed, graduating 7th in his class with a Doctorate Degree in Alien Psychology and Species Interaction. The entire program took 7 years: under grad, master's and Ph.D. Pol was engaged to be married to Heather Lane, a friend from childhood. While visiting Miller's Point on Betazed one evening, Heather was caught in the under-tow and drowned. Pol has blamed himself for this incident ever since. Pol spent 2 years operating a small counseling office, but did not find the work fulfilling. A friend recommended that he join Starfleet, an idea his then-girlfriend, Melinda Ashton, found upsetting. The two have not spoken since Pol joined Starfleet. === FIRST MISSION === Pol was much older than the other Cadets: 27 upon entering the Academy. This led to him forming a deeper bond with his instructors than with his fellow students. He did have a few close friends from among his fellow cadets, including ENS Sovak, a Vulcan with whom Pol mind melded prior to leaving SB OMEGA. Sovak was subsequently assigned to the USS KRIEGER. Pol temporarily lost his telepathic abilities after receiving an injection of Hansen compound to counter-act an interdimensional "tugging" effect on his mind caused by telepathic contact with then-Ensign James Shield, CSciO of the ZAHAL. Pol has since regained his abilities as listed above. It is believed that this telepathic contact with Shield, an inter-dimensional being, is what granted Pol the ability to enter the "Dreamscape." In addition to serving as Counselor, Pol was assigned as Acting Second Officer of the USS ZAHAL. Upon completion of the ZAHAL's mission, Pol was promoted to Lt (jg) at the request of his CO, Lt. Cmdr. Batya Bitzalel. === LIFE ON THE HORIZON === Upon promotion to Lt (jg), Pol was assigned as Counselor to the USS HORIZON, now the Cocoon Fleet's Flagship. Since coming aboard, Pol has been trained by Lt. Jason Munro for clearance at the Relief Ops position. On his first mission aboard the HORIZON, also the first for the new ship, Pol became acquainted with the ship's crew and helped in planning a dedication party for the ship. Pol was subsequently kidnapped by Juun dissidents and rescued by his fellow crewmates just before the instillation where he was held exploded. Pol; Tergin, the ship's FO; Cyrix Brakos, the ship's CEO; and Captain Garn, the ship's CO, entered the Dreamscape and collectively faced their worse fears. Each came out of the experience slightly changed by what had happened in the Dreamscape. Upon completion of this mission, Pol was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal. Pol is outspoken at times, but usually is very sure of what he is saying. He is a thinker more than anything else. He has found that he enjoys the adventurous side of Away Team missions, although Pol would rather talk than fight his way out of a situation. He has gained the trust and respect of his crewmates. PERSONAL INFO/QUIRKS Pol likes a "grilled cheese sandwich, slightly burnt on one side." He will only drink Altair Water. Pol enjoys swimming. He also plays a mean game of 3-D chess. Pol has several Holodeck programs that he enjoys, including "The Chronicles of Narnia." Pol often goes to the Holodeck to speak with Aslan about things that are troubling him. He also visits Mega City as a 'super hero' in the "Golden Condor" series of holodeck programs. Pol is romantically involved with Lt. (jg) Sonya McNair, a security specialist aboard the USS HORIZON. The two enjoy each other's company and can talk about anything for hours on end. In respect of Sonya's religious beliefs, the two remain celibate during their pre-marital relationship. As time allows, Pol likes to attend archaeological digs or Counseling conferences. He also hopes to begin Command Grade Training soon, although he has not mentioned this to anyone. Pol was the first recipient in the Cocoon Fleet of the Shafer Star of Service. TIMELINE SD -05.0811 Entered Planetary University, Betazed SD 02.1215 Graduated with a Ph.D. from Intergalactic University, Betazed SD 03.0116 Opened Private Counseling Office on Betazed SD 05.1231 Closed Private Counseling Office on Betazed SD 06.0601 Entered Starfleet AcademySD 10.0608 Graduated from Starfleet Academy SD 10.0620 Undergoing training at OTC SD 10.0707 Assigned as CNS to USS ZAHAL on mission to Vagra III SD 10.0714 Assigned as Acting Second Officer (a2O) of USS ZAHAL SD 10.0809 Completed first assignment on USS ZAHAL SD 10.0812 Promoted to Lt (jg) SD 10.0813 Assigned as CNS to USS HORIZON SD 10.1218 Completed first mission aboard USS HORIZON SD 10.1218 Awarded Distinguished Service Medal SD 11.0812 Promoted to full Lieutenant SD 11.0821 USS HORIZON departs for return mission to Vagra III SD 11.0830 Awarded Shafer Star of Service "for long time service above and beyond in the capacity of Counselor and for protecting the well being and mental health of this ship's crew" AWARDS Distinguished Service Medal, Awarded SD: 10.1218 Shafer Star of Service, Awarded: SD: 11.0830 RECORD/REPRIMANDS None