Special January 2025 Sourcing For Either Icheb or Tuvok in Star Trek Fleet Command

Summary

In this video, the host introduces a new officer sourcing mechanic coming to Star Trek, starting on January 13th. Players will have the opportunity to acquire rare officers through a multi-week event involving branching missions and time-sensitive decisions. Choices made during the event will lead to different officer rewards, with a clear path to unlock them for free-to-play players. The event encourages participation with deadlines, and players will need to be mindful of each mission to succeed. The host also discusses the appeal of structured events with meaningful consequences and seeks community feedback on the new system.

Takeaways

• 😀 The 'What If' event offers a new way to acquire rare officers through a series of timed missions and choices.
• 😀 Players need to participate daily in missions to stay on track; missing deadlines could affect progress, but event tickets are available for catch-up.
• 😀 Week 1 starts with a branching storyline and the first step toward acquiring a rare officer, which includes making a key decision on the path you take.
• 😀 In Week 2, players must complete specific SMS events by certain deadlines, and the decisions made during this week influence the rare officer reward at the end.
• 😀 The event offers two main officer paths, leading to either EAB or Tuac, based on player decisions and progression.
• 😀 Week 3 is the final stretch, where players must complete five SMS events across six days to unlock the rare officer.
• 😀 The officers available through the event offer valuable abilities like Apex Barrier for PVP, though some under-deck abilities might be less appealing.
• 😀 Players must pick up event rewards like mission passes and event items within strict timeframes to progress successfully.
• 😀 The event is structured with a clear goal: complete missions and make timely decisions to unlock rare officers for free-to-play players.
• 😀 The event's format encourages strategic thinking and adds replayability with its branching paths and impactful choices.
• 😀 The community has generally appreciated the choice-based system, though some players may be frustrated by the time-sensitive nature of the event.

Q & A

What is the main focus of the upcoming event in Star Trek?

The upcoming event focuses on a new officer sourcing mechanic, aimed at helping players acquire rare officers through a structured event with branching storylines and timed missions.

When does the first phase of the event begin?

The first phase of the event begins on January 13th, when players will have the chance to choose their path and complete missions to acquire rare officers.

What is the structure of the event?

The event consists of multiple weeks, starting with missions that require timely completion. Players must follow a set of steps, with each week introducing new missions and SMS events that lead to the final rare officer acquisition.

What is the role of 'What If' in the event?

'What If' refers to the event's branching storyline, where players' choices will influence which rewards and rare officers they unlock. Completing different missions and events on time will shape the player's path.

How can players catch up if they miss an event?

If players miss any event, they can purchase tickets to catch up and continue progressing through the event.

What happens if players miss a mission deadline?

Missing a mission deadline will break the chain of events, making the player ineligible for the week 3 events, which leads to the rare officer unlock.

How are the rare officers obtained?

Players will obtain a rare officer by completing all the required missions, SMS events, and meta-events throughout the event. The officer is available 100% free-to-play, provided the prerequisites are met.

What are the potential rewards for completing the meta-events?

Completing the meta-events will reward players with items such as a medallion, lamp, or Borg implant. These items determine which officer the player will unlock.

What is the significance of week two's choices?

Week two's choices will decide whether the player enters the 'Logical Conclusion' or 'Punishment Protocol,' which determines which rare officer they will be able to unlock in week three.

What is the importance of completing week three?

Completing week three is crucial for unlocking the rare officer. Players must complete all the events and missions in week three, along with the prerequisites from previous weeks, to secure the officer.