Captain Daren Runako M'Kantu's first mission as Captain of the Galaxy puts his loyalties to the test in this new era of Starfleet with its Hawk mentality. Militaristic views take precedence over the Dove Movement's peaceful exploration in 2380 and the Galaxy crew view this first-hand in this supposedly peaceful mission.

The Galaxy becomes the First Contact team for the people of Quentin when they achieve warp capability, but unbeknowst to the crew who are on their way from Risa, this planet has a special interest to the Hawks.

Since the end of the Dominion War, there has always been a vessel of Galaxy Class or higher patrolling the area due to the higher-than-average activity of wormholes in the area.

But is this the real reason for the patrols, or is there another more sinister reason? And what is the significance of the Galaxy and its new Captain being selected for this mission?

Written by Ian Dickson, writer of Kylar Curran and site Webmaster.

What was once seemingly impossible has suddenly become reality. The Breen, after having been defeated in the Dominion War, have ceased their border skirmishes and requested an opening of diplomatic negotiations with the Federation.

The current Embassy on Breen not having the level of importance required of this nature, Starfleet sends in its most experienced crew, liaison officers and diplomats in the sector. The USS Galaxy will be amongst this crew.

Escorting the Galaxy class starship into Breen space is the USS Miranda, a Pathfinder class starship bristling with the most current defenses along with its equally diverse crew. Captain Elaithin also successfully established the Treaty of Galvanis with the Romulans, so his experience here is also of great import.

Coupled with the more experienced Captain M'Kantu, the two ships are a formidable opponent.

They would also make a great prize, too. Are the Breen sincere in their request, or is something more potent and sinister at hand?

Old friends and forgotten enemies make appearances, and by mission's end, we can be sure they won't ever be brushed aside again.

Written by Pat Weber, writer of Corran Rex.