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| Name: | USS Typhon |
| Registry: | NCC-74930 |
| Class: | Prometheus |
| Type: | tactical cruiser |
| Affiliation: | Federation Starfleet |
| Status: | active (2398) |
USS Typhon is a Prometheus-class tactical cruiser in Federation Starfleet service during the late 24th century/early 25th century.
She was constructed at the Cygnus Ship Yards, Lambda Sector, and launched on stardate 64672.1. Typhon was deployed to the 11th Fleet during its operational lifetime.
Note: The USS Typhon was previously designated as USS Tydirium, but after the Gorn/Romulan battle of the Typhon Expanse, the Tydirum was rechristened the USS Typhon. Her commanding officer is Admiral V'Pier.
The history behind the name change from USS Tydirium to the USS Typhon is as follows...
The Defense of Typhon Expanse
The USS Tydirium had built a reputation for bravery and ingenuity as it explored the far reaches of Federation space. Stationed at Starbase 11, near the edge of Federation territory, the USS Tydirium frequently patrolled the UFP border areas. The crew would also respond to distress calls from non-UFP neutral areas, including the strategically vital and mysterious Typhon Expanse, where several peaceful warp-capable species reside.
Following the supernova of the star Hobus and the subsequent destruction of Romulus and Remus, the region became a hotspot for conflict. Romulan civilian refugees sought asylum within the United Federation of Planets, while the remnants of the Romulan military, led by Empress Sela, vied to retain control over their fragmented empire.
Amidst this chaos, the Gorn Hegemony saw an opportunity to expand its influence and resources. They launched an aggressive campaign to seize control of the Typhon Expanse, threatening the stability of the surrounding sectors and the safety of the refugees.
The USS Tydirium, along with a small task force, was dispatched from Starbase 11 to defend the Typhon Expanse. Upon arrival, the crew found themselves outnumbered and outgunned, facing not only the Gorn fleet but also the Romulan forces under Empress Sela, who were intent on claiming new territory for their faltering empire. The Tydirium was caught between two formidable adversaries, each with their own agenda.
Utilizing the ship's advanced Multi-Vector Assault Mode (MVAM) capabilities, the USS Tydirium split into three independent sections: Alpha, Beta, and Gamma, greatly extending its offensive and defensive abilities. The commanding officer took charge of the Alpha section (the top), while the Executive Officer commanded the Beta section (the middle), and the Second Officer took command of the Gamma section (the bottom). This strategy allowed them to engage the Gorn and Romulan forces on multiple fronts simultaneously, enhancing their tactical flexibility and effectiveness.
The Gorn, known for their brutal combat tactics and fierce tenacity, employed their biological advantages and advanced weaponry to press their attack. Their ships, heavily armored and bristling with powerful weapons, proved to be formidable adversaries. Meanwhile, the Romulan fleet, under Sela's cunning leadership, utilized cloaking technology and precise strikes to challenge the Federation's defenses.
The defenders knew that failure to stop these threats would mean not just loss of territory, but potentially exposing Federation space to the horrific realities of Gorn conquest and the militaristic ambitions of Sela's Romulans.
Through a series of daring maneuvers and brilliant tactical decisions, the crew managed to outsmart and outfight both the Gorn invaders and the Romulan fleet. They employed unconventional tactics, leveraged their intimate knowledge of the Typhon Expanse, and demonstrated exceptional teamwork and resilience. Despite sustaining heavy damage and facing overwhelming odds, the USS Tydirium and its crew successfully repelled the attackers and secured the region.
The victory at the Typhon Expanse was celebrated as a testament to the bravery, sacrifice, and exceptional skill of the USS Tydirium's crew. Their courageous efforts not only secured the Typhon Expanse but also averted a potentially catastrophic conflict from escalating further into Federation space.
In recognition of their heroism and the significance of their actions, Starfleet Command decided to honor the crew by renaming the USS Tydirium to USS Typhon. The retirement of the USS Tydirium name marked the end of an era for the vessel and served as a tribute to the crew's outstanding achievements. The renaming was both a symbolic gesture and a practical step to mark the new chapter in the starship’s storied history.
As the newly renamed USS Typhon prepared to embark on its next mission, the crew felt a renewed sense of pride and purpose. They knew that their starship's new name carried the legacy of their greatest triumph, and they were ready to continue their journey, upholding the values of the Federation and defending its frontiers.
| Prometheus-class starships |
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| Prototype: USS Prometheus - USS Prometheus (PDN) - USS Prometheus (Prometheus) |
| USS Aegis - USS Alaska - USS Bell - USS Black Knight - USS Cerberus - USS Constitution - USS Gerentaika - USS Hercules - USS Interstellar - USS Mawson - USS Milan - USS Niagara - USS Olympus - USS Ottawa - USS Pandora - USS Phoenix-X - USS Praetorian - HMS Prometheus - USS Titan - USS Tombstone - USS Zealous |
| Mirror Universe: ISS Phoenix-X |
| Constar Completed: USS Raincross |
| Starfleet International: USS Blackstone - USS Jaresh-Inyo - USS Panther - USS Resolute - USS Typhon |
| Trekmania: USS Ariel - USS Earnest - USS Guardian - USS Miranda - USS Nirvana |
Fan organization[]
The Typhon is an Australian chapter of Starfleet International, founded in 2011. Its current chapter president is Greg Mortensen.