STAR TREK PBEM
Play by Email Since 1997
Star Trek: Freedom is one of the longest-running Star Trek PBeM games. Join the 52nd Fleet, create your Starfleet officer, and write collaborative missions via email. Free forever.
Star Trek PBeM: Play by Email Game Since 1997
Join one of the longest-running Star Trek PBeM games. Create your Starfleet officer, join a ship crew, and write collaborative missions via email. Free, beginner-friendly, and running continuously for 28 years. Also called Play-by-Email or a Star Trek email game—it's all the same collaborative storytelling format.
Why Choose Star Trek: Freedom?
Established Star Trek PBeM community with proven track record.
📅 28 Years Running
Founded in 1997, we are one of the oldest continuous Star Trek PBeM games. Established universe, deep lore, and experienced community.
🚀 Active Fleet
Multiple starships with active crews: USS Hades, Starbase Freedom, USS Exeter, USS Republic, and Mars Defense Perimeter. New missions start regularly.
👥 Supportive Community
Academy staff help new players with character creation, posting examples, and mission guidance. Veterans mentor newcomers.
💰 Always Free
No fees, no subscriptions, no microtransactions. We have been free since 1997 and always will be. Supported by community passion.
How Our Star Trek PBeM Works
Simple process from character creation to active mission participation.
- Create Your Character (10 minutes): Choose a department (medical, tactical, science, engineering, etc.) and create your Starfleet officer's background. Our character guide walks you through step-by-step.
- Join a Ship Crew (Immediate): Get assigned to an active starship based on your preferences and openings. Meet your crewmates via email introduction.
- Receive Mission Scenarios: Your commanding officer emails mission details—diplomatic crisis, scientific anomaly, tactical emergency, etc.
- Write Your Posts (1-3 per week): Show what your character does, thinks, and says in response to the mission. Typical posts are 200-400 words and take 20-30 minutes to write.
- Story Builds Collaboratively: As each crew member posts, the mission evolves. You might negotiate with aliens, repair critical systems, or treat casualties—whatever fits your role.
- Complete Missions, Start New Ones: Missions typically last 2-6 weeks, then your ship starts a new adventure.
💡 Posting Tips
- Write what your character observes, thinks, and does
- Include dialogue with other characters when appropriate
- Show your character's personality and expertise
- Advance the scene or add new story elements
- Read recent posts before writing to stay current
Our Active Starships
Join one of these ships and start your first mission.
🚢 USS Hades
Akira-class tactical cruiser. Combat missions, border patrol, and tactical operations.
🏛️ Starbase Freedom
Fleet headquarters. Diplomacy, medical, research, and fleet coordination.
🚀 USS Exeter
Constitution-class explorer. Deep space exploration and first contact missions.
⚔️ USS Republic
Galaxy-class flagship. Diverse missions from diplomacy to combat operations.
🛡️ Mars Defense
Planetary defense and Sol system security operations.
Ship assignment based on your preferences, character background, and crew openings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Star Trek PBeM game?
A Star Trek PBeM (play by email) game is collaborative storytelling where you roleplay a Starfleet officer and write mission posts via email. You receive scenarios from your commanding officer and write 1-3 posts per week showing what your character does.
How active is Star Trek: Freedom?
Very active. We have been running continuous missions since 1997 (28 years). Multiple starships have active crews posting regularly, with new missions starting every 2-6 weeks.
What posting frequency is expected?
Most players write 1-3 posts per week, typically 200-400 words each. You can write whenever it fits your schedule—mornings, evenings, or weekends. No real-time commitment required.
Can I join if I have never done PBeM before?
Yes! Our Academy provides step-by-step guidance for new players. You will see example posts, get character creation help, and have mentors guide your first mission. Many current players started with zero PBeM experience.
Join Star Trek: Freedom Today
Start your Star Trek PBeM adventure. Create your officer, join a crew, and begin writing missions.