Balder was a reluctant participant in a minor civil war with secessionist forces on the Federation colony of Oskoala VII, some 10 years ago. Previously head of a rare ore mining operation, he was drafted into the colony's planetary defence force after the escalation of hostilities left the volunteer corps severely undermanned. He is known to have participated in several critical operations that resulted in the Federation retaining control of the colony. Little is known about Balder's family. He is himself intractable on the matter. Records indicate that he was married, with two young children, before the skirmish. They are listed among the occupants of an evacuation vessel that fled the colony, the USS Sigourney. Their whereabouts are currently unknown.

Education

Balder is relatively uneducated by current Federation standards, at least in formal terms. On standardised tests, however, he performs admirably, considering his circumstances. He is knowledgeable and well-versed on all forms of mineral extraction and refinement, and since the Oskoala civil war, combat tactics, demolitions and energy/beam weapons maintenance/operation. Some piloting experience. He is possessed of a rare cunning.

Pre-Starfleet History

See background. Balder has provided little more than the bare minimum of information.

Starfleet History

Enlisted crewman. Has expressed a preference for tactical or security divisions.

Medical History

Change

Skills

See education.