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{{removed}} {{charinfo | name = Taris | image = Stardestroyer001-Taris1.jpg | race = Romulan | faction = Romulan | age = Old | status = Alive | rank = Admiral | profession = Praetor }} :::''For the mission, see {{mission|Taris}}. For the NPC character, see [[Taris]].'' '''Taris''' is a former [[Praetor]] of the [[Romulan Star Empire]] notable for her involvement of the [[Hobus]] supernova event that caused the destruction of [[Romulus]] and [[Remus]]. She serves the [[Iconian]]s, whom she refers to as "Dark Masters". Taris recently reappeared after vanishing from Facility 4028. == History == === Military career === * In [[2382]] Admiral Taris is appointed by Fleet Commander [[Tomalak]] as his second-in-command. She is ordered to mobilize and re-organize Romulus’ military forces. * When Tomalak suffers a defeat against Empress [[Donatra]]'s fleet at [[Xanitla]] on Stardate 60900.31, Admiral Taris defects with twelve ships to the [[Imperial Romulan State]]. ([[2383]]) * The [[Empress]] sends Taris as representative to negotiations with the Romulan Star Empire at the Romulan capital, [[Ki Baratan]], in [[2384]]. Donatra recalls her when Praetor [[Tal'aura]] is found murdered. Taris is ordered to prepare for defending the Imperial territory. * In the [[2386|following two years]], Taris maintains a low profile during the troubles between the two Romulan states and passes many her responsibilities over to General [[Tebok]]. Late in the year, the Admiral informs Donatra about her investigation concerning claims that the [[Sword of the Raptor Star]] has been recovered at [[Levaeri V]]. She remains there until [[2387]]. === The Hobus supernova and rise to popularity === * That year, Taris ignores Donatra's order to return to Romulus and does not change course. In addition, she has Commander [[Arranhu]] send explosives into the [[Hobus]] star, causing it to go supernova and annihilate Romulus and Remus. * Following the destruction of the Romulan homeworld in [[2388]], Admiral Taris recalls all remaining vessels to return to Romulan space. * Over the [[2390|next two years]], she organizes these ships into a new fleet. She closes holes in the chain of command by approaching each ship's captain personally. Outside observers expect the Romulan military to be fully operational within seven months. Despite Taris' orders for the fleet to focus on relief efforts and the defense of border regions, [[Federation]] analysts warn that these ships could conquer civilian-led colony worlds to be brought under military control. * In [[2391]] [[Starfleet Command]] pulls back from the [[Klingon Empire|Klingon]]-Romulan border. Admiral Taris silences complaining colony leaders with a sharp rebuke: "We are Romulan. We fight our own battles. I would rather see Romulans die with pride in their hearts and swords in their hands instead of mewing for protection like scared younglings." * Later that year, a [[Klingon High Council|Klingon Councilor]], [[J'mpok]], commands a fleet of loyal [[Great House|houses]] to invaded the [[Zeta Pictoris System]]. His forces are defeated by a Romulan fleet led by Admiral Taris. === Reigning the empire === * Following her decisive victory, [[Rator III]] proclaims her leader of the Star Empire. [[Achernar Prime]] and a dozen others worlds chime in. In response to that, Taris broadcasts in an empire-wide address: "I am a military commander, and I would prefer to remain so. The seas of politics are rife with submerged hazards and hidden perils, and a wise person does well to avoid them. But my Empire calls and I cannot resist her plea." She calls for the colony leaders to meet at Rator III for select representatives for a new [[Romulan Senate]], make plans for organizing a government and building a new capital. * In [[2392]] the [[Romulan Colonial Organizational Committee]], formed under Taris' directions, meets in the first completed building in [[Rihan]], the new capital. Taris indicates her support for reviving the monarchy but notes that the Romulan people should have to decide whom to crown ruler. * Several ongoing RCOC legislative sessions are interrupted by Admiral Taris and General Tebok, who argue about the role of the Romulan military. While the General wants to protect the core worlds by abandoning areas bordering Klingon space, Taris regards it as their duty to protect every world. No decision is found in the debate. ([[2393]]) * When a permanent government is formed in [[2394]], Taris is made Praetor of the Romulan Star Empire. * Praetor Taris lodges an immediate complaint with the [[Federation Council]] when Captain [[Barax Wenn]] of the {{USS|April}} reveals that the destroyed [[Starfleet]] ship {{USS|Kelso}} was illegally using a cloaking device. ([[2395]]) === Decline of popularity === * In [[2396]] the planet [[Kevratas]] is plagued by disease, making the Praetor quarantine [[the system|Kevratas System]] by blockading it with Romulan ships, although a cure is available. Starfleet Admiral [[Zelle]] comments that Taris would be more compassionate if she saw someone dying from [[Bloodfire]]. * Taris orders General Tebok to take down the resulting [[Kevratan]] insurrection. Instead, he refuses to fire on civilians and the Praetor orders him to resign his position as Fleet Commander. The Romulan Senate overrules her decision and Tebok remains in command of the military. ([[2397]]) * In the [[2398|following year]], Tebok promotes General Velal, who is openly critical of the Praetor and her policies. * Tebok dies in [[2399]] when his ship, the {{IRW|Alth'lndor}} is destroyed by an antimatter containment failure. Praetor Taris orders that all fleets have to report to her directly until a new Fleet Commander is chosen. Velal objects to that and the Senate promptly passes a bill that calls for Senate approval for all high-level military appointments. * The Senate seeks to restrict the praetor's power even more in [[2400]], causing a clash between them and Taris. In a rare personal appearance, she argues: "In the absence of a monarch, and at a time of extreme upheaval in the [[Alpha Quadrant|Alpha]] and [[Beta Quadrant]]s we must have one voice to speak for our empire to the [[galaxy]]. Only by expanding the praetor's powers will we have stability and strength. A disharmonious chorus leads to chaos." Although Taris sways some Senators to her side, her general unpopularity with the Romulan populace makes the Senate proceed with the plan to limit the praetor's executive power. * As another possible problem for Taris, [[Starfleet Intelligence]] decode messages which make the reports about the ''Alth'lndor's'' destruction questionable. * In [[2401]], General Velal enters an alliance with the exiled [[Sela]] in order to remove Taris from power. === Rebellion and removal from power === * The conflict further fractures the empire and Taris faces a growing rebellion when Kevratas and [[Abraxas Prime]] support Velal. According to Starfleet Intelligence reports, Taris is locked in her rooms for a few days when the [[Romulan Second Fleet]] approaches Rator III on Stardate 80957.96, however, when Velal's fleet enters orbit, she is already gone. The reign of Taris is over when the Senate proclaims Sela Praetor. ([[2403]]) * In [[2407]], Praetor Sela revives Taris' idea about a Romulan monarchy. Later on, she becomes Empress of the Star Empire. ===Return to known space=== * Taris has recently reappeared in known space, approximately in May 2414. Taris now commands a formidable ''Tulwar''-type Dreadnought Warbird, named I.R.W. ''Ha'akona II''. Only a handful of sightings have been taken of her ship, as most ships to face her warbird have disappeared. * Taris herself has been seen in the Voth Battlezone, as well as New Romulus. Her intentions remain a mystery. [[File:Stardestroyer001-Taris-HaakonaII2.jpg|200px]] ==Missions involved== * {{mission|Revelation}}: A [[Romulan Republic]] spy under Tal Shiar guise finds Taris in the [[Hobus System]] but she manages to escape through an [[Iconian gateway]]. * {{mission|Taris}}: After Starfleet found out about Taris' role in the destruction of the [[Romulus System]], they dispatch a ship to locate her. Taris and her [[Reman]] allies, including Commanders Arranhu and [[S'hanclado]], are subsequently found and captured on [[Iconia]]. Here, she is also operating an Iconian gateway for her "masters" and still regards herself rightful Praetor of the Romulan Star Empire. After her detention, the [[Federation]] planned to cooperate with Empress [[Sela]] to put the war criminal on trial. * {{mission|Facility 4028}}: Taris was held at Starfleet [[Facility 4028]] but disappeared, with the only hint being an Iconian energy signature detected near her cell. == Gallery == '''Taris''' <gallery> File:Taris subdued.jpg|Taris defeated. '''NO THIS CANNOT BE SO!''' File:stardestroyer001-Taris1.jpg|Taris, with Hakeev's Iconian Clone. File:stardestroyer001-Taris2.jpg|Taris and her Tulwar's Thalaron Generator. </gallery> '''Taris' Ships''' <gallery> File:stardestroyer001-Taris-HaakonaII1.jpg|The I.R.W. ''Haakona II''. File:stardestroyer001-Taris-HaakonaII2.jpg|The I.R.W. ''Haakona II''. </gallery> ==Notes== * Due to the Featured Episode "Uneasy Allies", featuring Taris, this character had to be retconned out of existence to comply with STO's ongoing storyline. {{template:stardestroyer001}} [[Category:none]]
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