Petty Officer 1st Class Olivia Ponton
Name Olivia Ponton
Position Science Officer
Second Position Hydroacoustics Analyst
Rank Petty Officer 1st Class
Stats
- 7 Mission Posts
Last Post
2025, Tue Sep 16th, @ 9:55pm
Character Information
| Gender | Female | |
| Homeworld | Earth | |
| Species | Human | |
| Date Of Birth(DOB) | July 7, 2383 | |
| Age | 18 | |
| Nick Name | Livvy |
Physical Appearance
| Height | 5’8” (173 cm) | |
| Weight | 125 lbs (56 kg) | |
| Hair Color | Blonde | |
| Eye Color | Brown | |
| Physical Description | Olivia carries herself with an upright, confident posture that reflects both youthful energy and discipline from her early Starfleet training. She tends to talk with her hands when excited and has a warm, slightly fast-paced way of speaking. Her accent carries the light tones of Earth’s North American region, though softened by Federation Standard. She has no visible scars, but she often wears a slim wristband scanner she custom-modified for quick analysis during field work. |
Family
| Father | Daniel Ponton (civil engineer, Earth) | |
| Mother | Elise Ponton (xenobotanist, Earth) | |
| Sister(s) | One younger sister, Emma Ponton (age 14, still on Earth) | |
| Other Family | Grandfather, Marcus Ponton (retired Starfleet officer, hydroacoustics specialist—her inspiration) |
Personality & Traits
| General Overview | Olivia is bright, curious, and eager to prove herself. She’s friendly and approachable, though sometimes her enthusiasm can come across as naïve. Livvy is fascinated by the natural sciences, especially planetary and aquatic environments, and often dives into work with infectious energy. Though young, she shows remarkable adaptability and thrives in collaborative settings, always ready to learn from senior officers. | |
| Strengths & Weaknesses | Strengths: Quick learner, especially in hands-on science and technical applications. Strong analytical skills in hydroacoustics and planetary sciences. Approachable and empathetic—able to put others at ease in tense moments. Creative thinker, not afraid to suggest unconventional solutions. Weaknesses: Inexperienced—her youth sometimes shows in overconfidence. Struggles with authority when she feels her ideas are dismissed too quickly. Can be emotionally reactive, especially when stressed or when her work is criticized. Occasionally prioritizes curiosity over protocol, which has led to minor disciplinary notes |
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| Ambitions | Olivia dreams of becoming a leading scientist within Starfleet, specializing in planetary hydroacoustics and environmental sciences. She hopes to one day serve as Chief Science Officer aboard a Federation starship, focusing on exploration and discovery of new aquatic-based worlds. Beyond career, she wants to live up to her grandfather’s legacy and prove that her youth is not a limitation but an asset. | |
| Hobbies & Interests | Music: Plays the violin, often practicing in quiet observation lounges. Sports: Enjoys swimming and zero-gravity gymnastics. Personal Projects: Keeps a growing collection of alien aquatic samples catalogued in her quarters. Social: Likes participating in crew poker nights, though she’s a terrible bluffer. |
| Personal History | Born in Florida, Earth, Olivia grew up surrounded by water, spending much of her childhood at the coast or on research trips with her mother. She inherited her fascination with oceans and sound-based studies from her grandfather, who served in Starfleet. Inspired by his stories, she enrolled in Starfleet Academy’s science track, excelling in hydroacoustics research projects. Despite her young age, she graduated early due to advanced placement credits and exceptional academic performance. | |
| Service Record | Starfleet Academy - Science/Hydroacoustics Analyst - Cadet USS Halo - Science/Hydroacoustics Analyst Officer - Petty Officer 1st Class |
Out Of Character Info
| Character | Go Down With a Fight |