Ashley Kerina

Personnel File
Name:	Ashley Kerina
Rank:	Lieutenant Junior Grade
Position:	Science Officer
Species:	Romulan/Orion Hybrid
Age:	30
Gender:	Female
Orientation:	Bisexual
Birthplace:	Tavros, Vondem, (Orion)
Height:	5ft 8in / 1.73m
Weight:	124lbs / 56kg
Hair:	Brown
Eye color:	Green
Played by:	Nicola Cavanis
Writer:	Pierce
Interests
Water Sports Hiking Dancing Swimming Holonovels Research History Time Travel & Theory Biotechnology Jogging Yoga
Education
2357-2369: North Mars Institute 2369-2372: Starfleet Academy
Service Record
2372-2373: Cadet, Science, USS Cochrane (NCC-59318) 2373-2376: Ensign, Science, USS Challenger (NCC-71099) 2376-2381: Lt. JG, Cybernetics, Science, USS Eagle-A (Galaxy Class) 2381: Leave of Absence, Romulus 2381: Lt. JG, Cybernetics, Science, USS Theurgy
Decorations
N/A

"Ashley Kerina", a Starfleet Science Officer, emerged from a unique blend of Romulan and Orion heritage. During a leave of absence from Starfleet, she encountered members of the starship Theurgy and joined their fight against the enigmatic adversary known as The Infested. Her journey unfolded—a testament to courage, adaptability, and unbreakable bonds forged in the crucible of conflict..

Biography

Meanwhile, Ashley was stubborn and kept herself away from her adoptive parents until her father gave her a telescope and taught her how to use it. Spending much of her evenings stargazing and taking in the sights of the universe with a telescope where her father pointed out constellations and the intricate naming structures and how things operated drove her to want to go abroad on a starship to learn where she could on the universe. She grew a close bond with him and the study of the unknown. This created a psychological need for her to find meaning and to draw close to those who could help her develop her knowledge, and the pursuit of something greater than herself, to be an explorer.

As Kerina grew up, she discovered that she was not like those of her parents' friends but that most treated her kindly enough. Unaware of the extent of her hybrid heritage, she followed in the Nichols footsteps with an intense curiosity in the Sciences. Things like time travel, stellar cartography, and cybernetics really piqued her interest. Especially since her adoptive father had a cybernetic prosthesis on his lower leg below the knee due to an accident. But there would always be this hole related to her needing to know more about where she came from.

Kerina’s Secret Origins: A Tale of Orion, Romulans, and Federation Diplomacy Born on the Orion colony of Tavros, Vondem, in the year 2351, Kerina’s life began as a clandestine affair. Her Romulan father, a member of the underground Reunification movement, harbored her existence as a closely guarded secret. The movement’s activities had already drawn the attention of the feared Tal Shiar. Meanwhile, Kerina’s Orion mother, equally wary of their respective governments, feared that her daughter might fall victim to the slave trades—a fate she herself had escaped as a refugee.

To ensure Kerina’s safety and prevent her from becoming a pawn against the Federation, her father utilized his connections within the diplomatic circles. Enter Ambassador Spock, the legendary Vulcan who bridged the gap between worlds. Spock discreetly reached out to the Nichols family, offering a lifeline for their daughter’s escape. Thus, at the tender age of two, Kerina found herself torn from her parents’ arms, screaming and bewildered, as they entrusted her to the care of a seemingly ordinary human family on Earth. The Nichols adopted her, renaming her Ashley Kerina Nichols. Yet, the mystery of her true heritage gnawed at her. Why had her parents abandoned her? What lay hidden in her bloodline? These questions fueled her determination to reclaim her Orion identity and forge her own destiny.

Stargazing and the Call of the Stars Ashley grew up with a stubborn streak, distancing herself from her adoptive parents. But her life took an unexpected turn when her father gifted her a telescope. Under his patient guidance, she spent countless evenings scanning the heavens, tracing constellations, and unraveling the intricate tapestry of the cosmos. It was during these stargazing sessions that she bonded with him, discovering a shared passion for the unknown. The stars whispered secrets to her—a psychological need to find meaning beyond her earthly existence. She yearned to explore the vastness of space, to be an intrepid explorer like those aboard starships. Her curiosity led her to delve into the Sciences, particularly areas like time travel, stellar cartography, and cybernetics. Perhaps it was her adoptive father’s cybernetic leg prosthesis—a relic of an accident—that ignited her fascination with the melding of flesh and technology.

Yet, always there lingered a void—an ache to uncover her true origins. Who were her Romulan ancestors? What role did the enigmatic Ambassador Spock play in her life? And how could she reconcile her dual heritage? Kerina’s journey promises intrigue, discovery, and the allure of the final frontier.

Starfleet Academy

Cadet Ashley Kerina: A Hybrid Among the Stars As Ashley graduated from high school and stepped into the hallowed halls of Starfleet Academy, she carried with her a secret—one that set her apart from her peers. She was a rare blend of Romulan and Orion ancestry, two species that had often vexed the Federation. Little did she realize that her mere presence would raise eyebrows and ignite curiosity among her fellow cadets.

The Academy wasn’t always welcoming. Teasing and bullying became part of her daily routine. Some classmates, blinded by xenophobia, couldn’t see beyond her dual heritage. But Ashley, resilient and determined, turned to her books. The pursuit of knowledge became her refuge—a way to rise above the conflict and prove her worth. She delved into stellar cartography, temporal mechanics, and cybernetics, seeking solace in the mysteries of the universe.

Yet, beneath her scholarly facade, she grappled with the ghosts of her past. The trauma of being abandoned as a child, her true parents shrouded in mystery, weighed heavily on her. Making genuine connections proved elusive. She had acquaintances, but no true friends—no one she’d keep in touch with after graduation.

And then came the pivotal moment—the day her permanent record reflected her true name. She chose to honor her adoptive parents by retaining “Ashley.” Cadet Ashley Kerina emerged—a beacon of determination, fueled by gratitude for the love and care bestowed upon her. Her hybrid lineage, once a burden, now fueled her desire to explore the unknown, to chart new courses among the stars. Kerina’s path was fraught with challenges, but her resilience and thirst for knowledge would propel her toward a destiny beyond imagination.

Time in Space

Kerina’s Odyssey: From Starfleet Ensign to Romulan Heritage Seeker Kerina’s journey through the cosmos was marked by both wonder and strife. As an Ensign aboard the USS Challenger, she reveled in the ship’s mission—to explore the uncharted reaches of space. The stars whispered secrets, and she listened, eager to unravel the cosmic tapestry.

But fate had other plans. The Dominion War erupted, plunging the galaxy into chaos. Kerina’s scientific expertise shifted from discovery to survival. The changeling infestation threatened every corner of Starfleet, and she found herself on the front lines. Her specialized tricorder add-on allowed her to detect changeling infiltrators by analyzing their cellular structures—a skill born of necessity, not desire.

Yet, war weighed heavily on her young shoulders. She hadn’t signed up for this. The cloak-and-dagger battles, the constant threat—it wore her down. Frustration boiled within her, and she contemplated resigning her commission. But duty held her fast, even as her heart yearned for something more. A brief respite came when she retreated to a Starfleet research colony, seeking solace away from the frontlines. There, she healed and pondered her dual heritage—the Romulan blood that flowed alongside her Orion lineage. The void within her grew, urging her to uncover her past, to find her parents.

As the war subsided, Kerina returned, requesting reinstatement. The USS Eagle-A, a majestic Galaxy-class vessel, welcomed her. Promoted to Lieutenant Junior Grade, she immersed herself in specialized research. Her focus? Cybernetics—the remnants of B4, once part of the Enterprise-E, now destined for the Daystrom Institute. Yet, the stars beckoned anew. Routine duties threatened to stifle her spirit. Kerina yearned for adventure beyond the lab. So, she requested another leave of absence—a quest to explore her Romulan roots, to bridge the gap between her past and her stellar future. Kerina’s voyage continued, fueled by curiosity and the legacy of two worlds.

Leading Up To The Theurgy

Kerina’s Covert Odyssey: Unraveling Secrets Amidst the Stars In the shadows of a disarrayed galaxy, Kerina operated incognito on the Romulan homeworld. Her mission? To uncover her birth family, to bridge the gap between her dual heritage. Disguised as a mere Kerina, she attended museums, infiltrated classes, and followed leads. Her first stop: the Reunification movement—a clandestine network that held the key to her past.

But the cosmos had other plans. Rumors whispered through the star lanes—a brewing war with the Federation, a Romulan Thalaron bomb decimating Paris, and the enigmatic Donatra venturing into Klingon space. The scientist and detective within Kerina stirred. She sniffed out leads while pursuing her personal quest. And then, the Tal’Shiar’s Internal Security division apprehended her—a twist of fate that led her to the secret away team aboard the USS Theurgy.

From that moment, Ashley understood her purpose. The yearning she’d always felt—the itch to explore, to uncover—found its outlet. She wouldn’t abandon her search for her birth parents, but duty called. The Theurgy battled the insidious Infested, crossing borders and risking all. Kerina’s love for Science became her weapon—a beacon of hope to free those ensnared by the Infested, to stand for something greater than herself. Kerina’s path intertwined with destiny, secrets, and the stars.

Personality Profile

Ashley is intelligent and naturally curious in the sciences as she explores things that consistently boggle her mind. Sort of a bookworm but also not totally aware of her natural beauty despite knowing it's there, sometimes she needs to be reminded because of the lingering comments from her time at the Academy. She sometimes mistakes an individual's interest in her not knowing if it was for her thoughts alone or her beauty due to this.

Kerina is often puzzled by the notion of her not knowing her history despite delving deep into what she could in school on the cultures and Starfleet's history. Oftentimes, she can be soft-spoken, and others warm and gentle, or intense depending on her excitement level.

Her mental state after the Dominion War caused her to be a little more outspoken but she was still a bit shy for not wanting to delve into a conflict with others, afraid they'll ship her off somewhere despite doing that to herself at times. So while insecure, she spent the better part of her time studying or attempting to make friends.

Ashley Kerina: Where Curiosity Meets Cosmic Beauty Ashley Kerina embodies the curious spirit of a scientist lost in the stars. Her intelligence, like a finely tuned tricorder, probes the mysteries that consistently boggle her mind. A bookworm at heart, she immerses herself in the cosmic library, seeking answers to questions that span light-years. Yet, a paradox—a delicate balance between her brilliance and her self-perception. Despite her natural beauty, Ashley remains blissfully unaware, perhaps due to lingering comments from her Academy days. She’s the nebula that doesn’t realize its own allure—a celestial phenomenon both captivating and elusive.

Kerina, on the other hand, grapples with her past. How could someone so deeply immersed in Starfleet history not know her own origins? Soft-spoken yet warm, she navigates life’s constellations, seeking connections. Sometimes intense, fueled by excitement, she unravels the threads of her dual heritage—the Romulan and Orion strands woven into her very being. The Dominion War left its mark—a battle-hardened psyche that yearned for peace. Yet, Kerina’s shyness held her back. She feared conflict, and dreaded being shipped off to distant realms. So, she studied, hoping to find solace in knowledge or forge friendships among the stars.

Physical Profile

In the vast expanse of the starship corridors, Ashley Kerina glides with an otherworldly grace. Her lithe form, sculpted by years of Starfleet training, is a testament to both her Romulan heritage and her dedication to duty. The Orion sheen of her skin catches the ambient light, casting an alluring glow that draws the eyes of crew members as they pass.

But it’s not just her physical beauty that sets her apart. Kerina possesses the pointed ears of her Romulan ancestors, a mark of distinction that hints at her cunning intellect and unwavering loyalty. Unlike her Orion counterparts, she lacks the pheromones that could ensnare unsuspecting crewmates, a fortunate genetic quirk that keeps the ship’s dynamics free from unnecessary complications.

As she strides down the corridor, her 34E bust defying the confines of her uniform, Ashley’s athletic build speaks of discipline and determination. She’s no stranger to the holodeck, where she hones her combat skills and maintains her impressive beach body. Tattoos and body piercings? Not for this officer—her canvas remains unmarked, a testament to her commitment to duty. And so, Lieutenant Ashley Kerina moves through the ship like a starship herself: sleek, powerful, and ready for whatever challenges the cosmos may throw her way.

Special Notes

Ashley is a vegetarian preferring to eat leaner for health reasons rather than anything else.

Relationships

Active Theurgy Writers Only

• Alana Pierce Friend
• Amanda Ashby Friend

Quarters Location

Kerina's Quarters | Junior Officer’s Quarters | Deck 8 | Vector 2

Appearances

Season 02: Cosmic Imperative

• Day 01 | 1800 hrs. | Chapter 5: Supplemental - Off Duty, On Duty...It's Complicated