Tesha was born and raised on Andor. Her parents were both officers in the Andorian Imperial Guard, as were her two older brothers. Tesha, expected to do the same, chose to join Starfleet instead. She said she wanted to prove herself on her own merits, and not be given special privileges because of who her family was. This caused some tension and disappointment, to the point that she and her family don't speak much. When Tesha was growing up, she was outgoing, adventurous, athletic, and was what Humans call, a tomboy.

Education

Tesha received the standard Andorian education, though she did attend the best private schools.

Pre-Starfleet History

After graduating from the Andorian equivalent of high school, Tesha was expected to join the Andorian Imperial Guard, and apply to the officer academy. However, she always had an adventurous spirit that led her to often be other than what she was expected to be. Always trying to find a different way, she chose to enlist in Starfleet. This caused a major incident in her family, though Tesha remained firm amidst the arguing. She always wanted to make her own way, and not be given special treatment because her family were high-ranking officers. When the day came for her to leave for Earth, her family was not there to see her off.

Starfleet History

Tesha arrived on Earth and immediately began her Basic Training as an enlisted person in Starfleet. Though it was tough, she found she was having the time of her life. She excelled, being one of the top females in her group. Her aptitude tests indicated that medical or science were her best fields. She didn't think she could be a scientist, though not being especially attracted to medicine, she accepted that position, becoming a field medic specialist. Tesha was assigned to the USS Topeka, a Nova class science vessel, where she served for two years until the civil war broke out. It shocked her that something like this could happen, but she threw herself into serving as best as she could. She was blessed to be on the side against Admiral Doenitz. During the hostilities, Tesha did not see direct combat, as she had been transferred to the USS Mayo, a medical ship. She served there until the war ended. Tesha's next assignment was Starbase 135, where she served for seven years. Bored to tears, she kept asking to be transferred to a starship. When an opening finally became available, she jumped at it, not knowing, or caring, what ship it was, as long as she was back in space. That ship was the USS Rosenante. Tesha has attained the rank of Petty Officer, First Class. When the Rosenante was removed from service for repairs and upgrades, she chose to return to Starfleet Medical to become a doctor. After receiving her degree, Tesha was assigned to the Hades.

Medical History

Tesha is very healthy, as she makes it a point to eat healthfully, and exercise regularly. She had the typical childhood diseases common to Andorians.

Skills

Tesha is an accomplished field medic, as well as a medical doctor. She is athletic, intelligent, and insightful. She has a beautiful singing voice. She has a gift for learning languages quickly. She is adept at discerning puzzles and patterns, especially involving sound or music.