FLEET MEMORIAL & ARCHIVES
Decommissioned Fleet Museum
A record of the vessels that served the 52nd Exploratory Fleet. Though their nacelles are cold, their logs remain part of our enduring story.
Fleet Memorial & Archives
The 52nd Fleet defines itself by its stories. Though these nacelles are cold, their logs remain part of our enduring narrative.
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USS Gannicus
The USS Gannicus represents a refined take on the Sovereign-class line. Its design combined decades of Advanced Starship Design Bureau research into a sleeker, more tolerant warp-field profile capable of higher cruising velocities. Following the Borg incident, production timelines were accelerated from a projected 10-year build cycle to roughly five years, making the Gannicus a key example of rapid-response Starfleet engineering. Archive compiles span from 2006 through 2016, including the AWLSHGA, A Day on the Job, and Good Intentions series.
""Its ok, come on up," Lt. Nicolae said patting the space on the bio bed besides him. Zzt looked around the room briefly before moving to sit down next to Lt. Nicolae. Zzt wiggled his toe claws aimlessly as he looked at Nicolae and the sensor panel behind the bed. Zzt took a deep breath and then bared his fangs in an approximation of a smile as he looked down at Nicolae. "We done soon?"
— A Day On The Job, USS Gannicus, 2019
USS Nimitz ⚔
The Nimitz challenged Admiral Doenitz after a month-long disappearance from official channels. She later survived Romulan and Tal Shiar ambushes to return to Geneva. Destroyed during the Battle for the Mars Defense Perimeter in 2407, along with USS Champlain.
"Vanyssa stood in front of Captain Sash and outlined her request for the crew to take a stop at Betazed for a few days, while they took on essential supplies to continue the repairs. She pointed out Engineering's needs, and well as the alarming number of reports that had come to her and to Lt. Fickett - domestic disturbances, the one"
— nimitz Trip day Feb18 04 20260101 235527, USS Nimitz, 2019
USS Spectre ⚔
Developed at Earth Station McKinley, the Spectre utilizes a variant of the phasing cloak technology originally used on the USS Pegasus. The lead ship of her class, commanded by Captain Remae K'Tell (later Admiral Ktell). An alternate-universe Spectre appeared near Earth in 2405, its crew eventually assigned to Starbase Valhalla.
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— Whom do you Trust?, USS Spectre, 2021
USS Wraith ⚔
A sister ship of the USS Spectre and the 2nd Spectre-class ship to be launched. The USS Wraith participated in the Battle for Sector 001 at the end of the Federation Civil War. The vessel was commonly assigned intelligence gathering missions due to its phased-cloak device. Last commanded by Captain Jana Bell, who had close ties with Captain Remae K'Tell.
USS Mithrandir ⚔
Attacked during a diplomatic mission in 2406. Her crew was offloaded but later regained control of the vessel to limp back to Geneva with heavy casualties. Later replaced by USS Mithrandir-A.
"Archibald was reasonably pleased to see the Prime Director smile at his offer and his wife offering him an extremely warm smile as well as thanking him extensively. ~Eat that, BuPers,~ he thought satisfied. ~Inadequate projection of diplomatic activities, indeed.~ "Indeed, that is most accommodating of you, Captain, and I am truly grateful for your hospitality and the use of your pilot and craft."
— Wagon Train Amongst the Stars, USS Mithrandir, 2025
USS Boudicca ⚔
One of the original ships assigned to the 52nd Fleet. During the Federation Civil War, successfully breached the defenses of Starbase Valhalla, bringing down the defense stations and contributing to the 52nd Fleet's victory.
"The detailed scans of the system were well underway, when a curious report from Yalix caught Deston's attention. He absently modified his sensor feed to allow such data as was pertinent to enhance the astrogation feeds as he listened to the lieutenant. A few deft flicks of his fingers and he had a sidebar or Yalix's"
— Where Fools Fear to Tread, USS Boudicca, 2019
USS Paladin ⚔
Appeared through an unstable wormhole from an alternate universe in 2405. Commanded by Captain Eva Straton from a universe just after the Dominion Wars. During the Civil War, attacked and seized the Gamma Sigma System and Starbase 234, successfully repelling an invasion force at Beta Aquari III.
"The three marines stood easy in the coridoor awaiting the arrival of the other Paladin crewmember. Gawlick had squatted down upon his haunches & had removed a long bladed knife from his shin holster which he was now in the process of sharpening to pass the time."
— Into the Gates of Hell, USS Paladin, 2021
USS Champlain ⚔
Destroyed during the Battle for the Mars Defense Perimeter in 2407, along with the USS Nimitz. The loss of life was horrendous, but the 52nd Fleet was ultimately victorious.
"Onion-skin eyelids prickled against the raw, stinging orbs that pressed, swollen, against his brain and seemed to cry out for the dark womb of sleep, not this pale, saccharine imitation, barely distinguishable from no sleep at all. He peeled them open reluctantly and could not muster even the indignation to wonder why he had been cursed with another day to live."
— Beyond Vengeance, USS Champlain, 2021
USS Dennison
All but destroyed by what is believed to be a rogue SFI vessel in 2408. The ship was mothballed pending repairs and her crew was reassigned to the Nova-class USS Mithrandir-A.
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— Healer In The Tower, USS Dennison, 2025
USS Rosenante ⚔
A controversial privateer ship designed under the Chimera Directive for the Doenitz regime. Represents one of the darkest chapters of the civil war period, involving ships specifically designed to operate outside normal Starfleet regulations.
"Eian was disappointed that he wouldn't get to exercise his body language reading abilities, but the Captain came up with a more appropriate task for his engineering talents. "O'Neill, you and Matrix need to make a wide survey of the area. You might start with the seminaries, and any other public areas or buildings. Get a look around and start trying to find some level of technology."
— The Third Law, USS Rosenante, 2019
Starbase Geneva
Completed and commissioned in 2405, serving as the headquarters for the 52nd Fleet. Located at a terminus of the Subspace River in the Beta Quadrant. Abandoned and destroyed when the new Starbase Geneva was completed.
"SG McLaren, 2351) Cmdr. Kaitlyn Mackenzie - 2357) Kaitlyn Mackenzie - 2359) Dorrin Klars- 0002) Kaitlyn Mackenzie - 0003)"
— geneva08232005, Starbase Geneva, 2019
Utopia Planitia Fleet Yards ⚔
One of Starfleet's premier starship construction and repair facilities, located in orbit of Mars. This major shipyard has been responsible for the construction of numerous iconic starships throughout Starfleet's history. The facility played a crucial role during the Federation Civil War and continues to serve as a vital center for fleet operations.
"Rich tapped his fingers for a moment. "We received very few commandments from Starfleet on this, but that was one of them. I can contact Starfleet Command and talk to Admiral Jopek on the matter, but I would start planning to have your mission with the Spectre as your primary transportation." "Sir, what about carrying said shuttle onboard Spectre?"
— 23feb2003up, Utopia Planitia Fleet Yards, 2019
USS Cochrane
The Cochrane Research Facility was later transferred to a Meredith Class Starship, which was renamed USS Cochrane. The facility first discovered the Subspace River phenomenon before the transfer.
"Jerad had been stalking the hallways, as he had been want to do over the past couple of days. the incident with Tanya have struck ihim hard. To force himself upon in such a manner, using his telepathic abilities, was tantamount to rape. He was having a hard time justifying his actions to himself, let alone anyoneelse."
— Needle in the Hay, day 4, USS Cochrane, 2025
USS Illuminar
The USS Illuminar stands as one of the most prolific vessels in the archive with 109 documented compiles spanning 25 months of continuous deep space operations (2420-2422). The ship confronted phenomena ranging from Q entities to mirror universe incursions to the philosophical mysteries of "The Uncaring Stars." Her crew's encounters with corruption, parallel realities, and existential threats demonstrated exceptional scientific and tactical capabilities. The Illuminar's final mission, "An End and A Beginning," marked not just her decommissioning but the close of an era of intensive scientific exploration.
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— The Root of Decay, USS Illuminar, 2021
USS Exeter
A workhorse of the reconstruction era, the USS Exeter compiled an impressive record with 75 documented missions over 14 months of continuous operation (2420-2421). The ship's investigative prowess was demonstrated during the famous "Murder on the Exeter Express" case - a six-month operation spanning 24 compiles that became legendary in Starfleet Academy case studies. The Exeter also handled dimensional crossover incidents and pursued zealots in "The Flames of Purity" mission, showcasing versatility across investigation, first contact, and tactical scenarios.
"“No, and stop asking.” Svend growled deep in his throat as he took the last of his belongings off the shelf and put them in a small container. The lid slid closed with the small sigh of escaping nitrogen, thus leaving his belongings in a state that would guarantee their preservation for however long retrieval took."
— Exeter Compile 50, USS Exeter, 2021
USS Soval
A vessel that confronted difficult moral choices during the rebuilding period. The Soval's year-long "Lesser Evil" mission (2414-2415) represented one of the fleet's most challenging ethical operations in the post-civil war era. With 22 documented compiles spanning multiple years, the ship maintained consistent operations through complex moral and tactical scenarios, demonstrating the kind of nuanced decision-making required during the Federation's reconstruction period.
"The days have long since started to blur but Jessica continued to grind away at the many task before her. Sitting behind her desk lost behind a sea of PADDs she worked. After sacrificing a goodly amount of her free time and sleep she finally had built a computer model that would run how the explosion would have happened. "Computer with the known outcome of the explosion run the simulation."
— The Lesser Evil 03a, USS Soval, 2019
USS Mystique ⚔
An enigmatic vessel that operated during the tense pre-civil war period of 2406. The Mystique's intensive operational tempo is evidenced by 37 compiles in a single year, including the cryptic "All We Like Sheep Have Gone Astray" mission arc and mysterious "Harvest" operations that produced four compiles in a single day. The ship's name proved prophetic, as its missions often involved operations requiring discretion and specialized crew capabilities, including Betazoid telepaths who could navigate the complex political landscape of the era.
"The silence, allthough short, seemed like it lasted for hours. Jason didn't knew about the status of the suspects, as the guard, either way he had to be carefull in case one of them, or even both were still moving, also he didn't knew if the transport system was brought offline in wich case they would be somewhere else on the ship, but"
— Begin Compile:, USS Mystique, 2025
USS Firebrande
One of the original vessels of the 52nd Fleet, the Firebrande served during the early integration period when the fleet was still establishing its multi-species operational doctrine. The ship's diverse crew roster included Klingon warriors from noble houses serving alongside Betazoid empaths and Human officers - a microcosm of the Federation's inclusive ideals. Though complete mission records have been lost to time, personnel files suggest the Firebrande specialized in cultural exchange and first contact scenarios where its unique crew composition proved invaluable.
"2378.08.18.1845) Rich grunted, as the departments all reported in. He crossed his arms, and waited unpatiently for the rest to do so. He was about to start contacting departments when an image formed on his screen. On it was a woman in PJ's, with a bra on her head and a sock hanging "Umm, this is Dr."
— upfeb2002, USS Firebrande, 2021
USS Shenandoah
A ghost ship of the archives, the USS Shenandoah exists in fleet records but her complete operational history has been lost to time. Named for the historic Shenandoah Valley, she likely served during the 52nd Fleet's earliest days before digital record-keeping became standard practice. What we know is limited to personnel records and the simple fact that she existed, served, and was eventually retired. Like the valley for which she was named, the Shenandoah represents a quiet strength - ships that did their duty without fanfare, whose crews wrote history in actions rather than words.