Character Information

Gender		Male
Species		Andorian
Age		28

Physical Appearance

Height		6'2
Weight		188 lbs
Hair Color		Stark White
Eye Color		Pale Gold
Physical Description		A look of determination is written across his cobalt blue face. The young Andorian appears strong and usually confident. His expressions are easy to read though. If he’s worried, afraid or intimidated it shows. He laughs often and heartily. Other emotions seem harder to read. Ikov is fairly tall with a runner’s build. His long strides cause his shoulders to rock back and forth with each step. His voice is fairly bright, but there is still a formal Andorian bass to his timbre. There is a stoic appearance to his mannerisms.

Family

Father		Syvaath ch’Zeles, Kos th’Zirrith
Mother		Tovaa zh’Kaaliq, Ethessiat zh’Etohros
Brother(s)		Shahlaov ch’Kaaliq
Sister(s)		Jhesia zh’Kaaliq
Other Family		Uncles: Tossev ch’Eshalrass (87)(mining investor), Commodore Thov th'Zeles - (Task Force 102) Aunts: Aperias sh’Ovhaanan (86)(doctor), Shrassoth zh’Kaakret (88)(Musician) Bosial th’Kaakret (60)(Mining Ship Captain) Jhessa zh’Kaakret (58)(Tailor) Sovi sh’Kaakret (55)(Doctor) Kethev th’Kaakret(49)(Chief Tactical Officer – USS Rangefinder A) Tob ch’Thyllehr (110)(Retired Starfleet Captain), Ryb th’Rethrol (111)(Diplomat) Ithyraa sh’Vysrot (111)(Retired Starfleet Engineer), Sava zh’Kaakret(110)(Tailor) Ishrinaav th’Kaakret (85)(Biologist) Vroro Zh’kaakret (77)(Station Commander)

Personality & Traits

General Overview		Motivated and excited to work in his field, Ikov loves the role of starship-borne science officer. The turn of the century marks a new era for the Galaxy. New discoveries sit just around the bend of the horizon’s light. Ikov wants to usher in a new century of space exploration from the bridge of a starship. All of the pleasantries and well-wishing ideologies would be all for not if Ikov didn’t prepare to the best of his abilities. He pushes himself to the brink, mentally and physically, just trying to improve himself. The universe is full of strange anomalies which need to be unraveled. Ikov is a team player. He understands that a starship is composed of people from different worlds, with different abilities. Working together to blend this diverse array of talent is what makes Starfleet such a capable exploration and military force. Ikov’s emotions can run away from him. He doesn’t handle loss or disappointment well. His anger or jealousy can get the best of him. Meditation helps him manage this.
Strengths & Weaknesses		Ikov works to manage his emotions and ego to try forcing himself to focus as much as possible. Starfleet is his life. There’s nothing else he wants to do. Despite his best intentions, several negative incidents mar his record. He has shown insubordination and taken dangerous risks. He still makes a fine science officer because of his dedication to the job. His top skill is his flexibility in problem solving. Ikov looks at any quandary from as many angles as possible. Riddles capture his curiosity and bring out his best efforts. Ikov likes working with a team. Making deeper connections is harder for him. He’s fought hard to establish a broad range of scientific skills. His love for the stars made Astrometrics an early focus, alongside a familiarity with alien lifeforms.
Ambitions		Ikov has the goal of becoming a future flag officer. This is easier said than done. Ikov plans to do it. Steps along the way he hopes to accomplish include commanding a science vessel and teaching at Starfleet Academy. He also just loves a good mystery. Unravelling as much of the universe one scan at a time is his real journey. He would be remiss if he didn't also have social aspirations. Although Ikov feels pressured to join a traditional Andorian four person marriage, he is tempted date an alien. There is an appeal to having just one other partner. The Andorian way plays such a prominent role in his life that Ikov would love a break in this regard of his biology and tradition. In the distant future Ikov will need to take his place in the family business. His knowledge of planetary bodies and chemical compounds will one day be relegated to the task of hunting for ores and refining materials.
Hobbies & Interests		Ikov enjoys collecting musical instruments from different cultures. He has a special affinity for stringed instruments. The Andorian often tries to play them, but often falls just flat in his efforts. If he focused on one particular instrument, he might develop his skill. He's more of a collector and a hobbyist. This doesn't stop him from playing music with others and desperately trying to form a band. Ikov also loves to travel. Flying runabouts around the quadrant always made for a great time. There are so many places to see and anomalies to investigate. Ikov keeps logs on every planet he visits and collects samples of soil and flora. The Andorian even maintains a collection of slimes, spores and molds for research purposes and applications. Staying active is also important. He loves playing new sports and undertaking physically challenging holodeck events.

Personal History		Ikov comes from a large family full of Starfleet officers. The family also runs a mining operation which has expanded to several moons and asteroids. Many of them who formerly served in Starfleet now crew family owned vessels. It was on such a ship that Ikov was raised on. Life had always been one long space trek, even since youth. He would pretend to be serving on the bridge in those early days. In the process he learned a lot about space and the way ships were run. Ikov didn’t want to be stuck working for the family. He wanted to make his own name and forge a new legacy. Ikov worked hard to make it into the Academy. There his studies took a focus on Stellar Cartography & Astrometrics. Studying the planets, stars and the mathematics behind calculating the location of objects relative to them took up a majority of his studies. Ikov also took a liking to xenobiology and xenobotany. As he learned from his studies and training, space exploration became more of an understandable reality and less of a mystery. His attitudes initially caused problems at the Academy. Ikov was quick to share his displeasure with others and had not been a good listener. Over time he learned how to work better with others and listen to his mentors. Early problems aboard the USS New Jersey left him with a mark of insubordination. Ensign th'Kaaliq mistakenly believed that a dangerous order should not be followed. The success of that mission taught the Ensign a good deal. The same officer soon had to chastise Ikov for risking the entire ship based on probability and chance alone. Some risks never needed to be taken. It showed that Ikov still had much to learn. His commander kept him limited to astrometrics officer duties for an extended time. Ikov actually enjoyed the role. Settling into the calculations and math behind galactic reckoning turned out to be quite fulfilling. Lt. th'Kaaliq has since proven himself a capable bridge officer. He understands the gravity of taking properly calculated risks all too well. He also understands the value of getting to know his team. This includes officers of all ranks in all departments on a personal and professional level. Ikov's uncle is a freshly minted Commodore serving with Task Force 102. Thov th'Zeles was also known for his aggressive attitudes early in youth. As many Andorian do, Thov matured and calmed down as he aged. His presence has kept Ikov protected by providing the de facto excuse that Ikov can always mature as Thov has. The large family Is close, with cousins too numerous to list. They are spread across Starfleet. Family mining operations are composed of different companies and organizations located around the Beta Quadrant.
Service Record		2390-2394: Starfleet Academy - Science Officer Program - Stellar Cartography & Astrometrics 2394-2395: USS New Jersey - Astrometrics Officer 2395-2397: USS USS Tokyo - Science Officer 2397-2399: USS Columbia - Assistant Chief Science Officer