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Beginning with Star Trek: The Motion Picture (a.k.a. "In They Image"), these stories detail the adventures of the the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise, NCC-1701, on its second mission under the command of Captain James Tiberius Kirk until the terrible events of the Serenidad Tragedy three years later. Look for some of your favorite regulars including Captain Kirk, Commander Spock, Doctor Leonard "Bones" McCoy, Chief Engineer Montgomery "Scotty" Scott, Lieutenant Commander Hikaru Sulu, Lieutenant Commander Penda Nyota Uhura, Lieutenant j.g. Pavel Chekov, Doctor Christine Chapel, Lieutenant Xon, Transporter Chief Janice Rand, Lieutenant M'ress, Lieutenant Arex, Ensign Indri, and even Admiral Nogura and intergalactic sex symbol Princess Teresa Morales de la Vega.

Click here to see the Crew List of the Starship Enterprise during the Second Mission. Click here to see a listing of other starship and Starfleet personnel.

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"In Thy Image"
also known as "Star Trek: The Motion Picture"

written by Harold Livingston & Alan Dean Foster; set in 2273/05
available from Paramount Home Video

Something is approaching Earth, it may be God, it may be the Devil, and the only thing in the galaxy that dares to stand in its way is Captain James T. Kirk and the crew of the up-rated U.S.S. Enterprise.

"Upon Golden Tears"

written by Pamela J. Corsa; set in 2273/15
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 1
first published in 1994: Orion 34

The crew of the Enterprise encounter a hitherto unknown alien race. Not all such encounters are peaceful. Many are tragic. Some are both.

"Conquering the Cube"

written by Sandy Adams; set in 2273/18
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 5
first published in 1996: Orion 36

Captain James T. Kirk has defeated all sorts of foes: Klingons, Romulans, Tholians, Orions, Kzinti. He'd never known the taste of defeat. But along comes a rather ancient toy...

"No Margin for Error"

written by Linda McInnis; set in 2273/20
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 1
first published in 1984: Stardate 21

A stream-of-consciousness piece involving Kirk in a command decision situation. A look at the thoughts of Starfleet's most renowned starship captain. 

"Eye of the Hunter"

written by Mel. White; set in 2273/22
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 6
first published in 1983: Total Entropy 2

While the Enterprise science department conductions an investigation of Valkyrie, Midgaard's moon, Captain James T. Kirk encounters an old lover and her husband, who offers to take Kirk hunting on a nearby world.

"The Temple Maiden"

written by Ann Zewen; set in 2273/23
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 5
first published in 1996: Interludes 1

On a diplomatic mission to Deivar IV, Captain Kirk commits a major faux pas and must do the unthinkable to escape with his manhood intact! A silly little romp.

"A Stitch in Time"

written by Chris Hamann and Mary Cress; set in 2273/24
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 5
first published in 1984: Idylls 1

During their first shore leave in two months, Captain Kirk and Commander Spock find themselves on Ebulon II in the wrong place at the wrong time doing something one of them definitely regrets. A light-hearted conversation amongst friends.

"Hover-boards and Photons"

written by d. William Roberts; set in 2273/25
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 1
first published in 1994: Orion 34

Orion pirates attack the Enterprise, and only Lieutenant Kelsey can figure out a way to save the ship once their targeting sensors are fried!

"Delegate"

written by Diane Doyle; set in 2273/26
available in Antares 17
first published in 2008: Antares 17

Lieutenant Chekov finds that he must learn that delegating has some unique advantages...

"Penguin-Napped"

written by Diane Doyle; set in 2273/28
first published in 2011 as an on-line exclusive

While looking for shipwrecked crewmembers of a shuttle from the scoutship Philostrate, the landing party led by Uhura find the survivors in the clutches of penguin-like natives!

"To Hellguard and Back"

written by Linda McInnis; set in 2273/30
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 1
first published in 1988: Orion 27

A wonderful Saavik origin story.

"Just What the Doctor Ordered"

written by Autumn Lee; set in 2273/39
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 5

first published in 1993: Orion 33

While investigating a mysterious planetoid, the Enterprise command crew encounters a unique bar with even more unique clientele and a comely barkeep whose interest in Doctor McCoy is "just what the doctor ordered."

"The Sound of Death"

written by Randall Landers; set in 2273/40
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 1
first published in 1980: Stardate 7

A mission to a newly discovered planet is going to prompt some changes in the first contact procedures the Federation employs.

"The Voice of Time"

written by Joanne K. Seward; set in 2273/41
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 4
first published in 1995: Tantalus 8

At an alien archaeological dig, Jim Kirk learns that opening an ancient tomb can be like opening Pandora’s Box as a voice from the distant past draws him backward in time. Can he resist?

"The Tale the Cap Told"

written by Cathy German; set in 2273/42
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 5
first published in 2002: Antares 9

McCoy seeks to solve the mystery of a family heirloom and unwittingly involves Kirk and Spock in events which could cost them their lives.

"Shattered Fortress"

written by Eileen Curtis; set in 2273/43
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 4
first published in 1995: Tantalus 8

The mind is a fortress, and the Vulcan mind a formidable one. But what happens when that fortress is shattered?

"Shades of Gray"

written by Chris Dickenson; set in 2273/50
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 1
first published in 1989: Orion 28

Chapel undertakes a secret mission, investigating a Romulan plot on a backwater colony world. The problem is that she's suffering from amnesia. Who will be sent to rescue her from the situation?

"Dignity"

written by Chris Dickenson; set in 2273/55
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 1
first published in 1990: Orion 29

Ambassador Sarek is caught up in a Klingon-supported revolution on a Federation world. The Enterprise is sent to rescue him and his staff, but the landing party is marooned as the Enterprise becomes involved with a wolf-pack of Klingon ships. Spock performs a mind-meld, and to his horror, Sarek appears to be insane leaving Spock with a clear duty: tal shaya.

"To Weather a Storm"

written by Jody P. Crouse; set in 2273/60
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 1
first published in 1981: Stardate 12

While on an emergency trip to a starbase for repairs, Spock is beamed off the bridge by aliens who want him for his computer expertise.

"The Guilt Complex"

written by Randall Landers; set in 2273/63
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 6

first published in 1982: Total Entropy 1

The hospital ship Haven has collided with a dry dock gantry in Earth orbit. Was it just a tragic accident or something far more sinister? James T. Kirk intends to find out.

"Just Another Routine Assignment"

written by Ann Zewen; set in 2273/66
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 1
first published in 1988: Orion 26

While Kirk is performing a cultural survey mission on the planet Stradith, the Klingons invade!.

"Only the Sound Remains"

written by Linda McInnis; set in 2273/70
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 1
first published in 1981: Stardate 12

Spock is offered to choose between an existence any Vulcan would dream of with a woman any Human would die for, and his friend, Jim Kirk.

"Trapped"

written by Cathy German; set in 2273/75
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 5
first published in 2002: Antares 10

Trapped under a collapsed building, McCoy learns that Spock and he share a certain penchant.

"Homecoming"

written by Nomad; set in 2273/80
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 2
first published in 1981: Stardate 10

Suffering from pon farr brought on early by his mental contact with V'ger, Spock returns to Vulcan to die alone, spurned by T'Pring, but not if his friends can help it! Note: Adult themes.

The Dorian Solution

written by Holly S. Trueblood; set in 2273/85
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273: The Dorian Solution
first published as a novella in 1998

Due to an accidental crash landing of a Federation observation probe, Kirk, Spock, McCoy, Uhura and Sulu venture down to the planet Doria to establish contact with the civilization there. They find a culture backwards in many ways, and yet seemingly advanced in others, especially socially, until they learn the true secret of the Dorian solution...

"A Crystal Clear Problem"

written by Rowena G. Warner; set in 2273/90
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 2
first published in 1982: Stardate 17

A Kirk-Spock-McCoy friendship story, set on an ice planet slated for terraforming. Can they find a way to save this beautiful work of nature from destruction?

"Locked Out"

written by Diane Doyle; set in 2273/92
to be available in Antares 19

first published in 2008 as an on-line exclusive

Security Chief Pavel Chekov has found himself locked out of the security squad room!

"Encounter at Deneb"

written by Lord Garth; set in 2273/95
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 5
first published in 2002: Antares 10

Ever wonder how another captain would've handled things differently? Here's how Jim Kirk handled Q...

"Rules of Life"

written by Diane Doyle; set in 2273/97
available in ANTARES 15
first published in 2006: Antares 15

While on shore leave, Lieutenant Chekov meets a pair of old friends and discovers a secret plot to kill one!

"The Balance of Nature"

written by Jeffrey Woytach; set in 2274/00
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 2
first published in 1981: Stardate 8

The crew of the Enterprise works feverishly to free themselves from a unique animal senselessly bent on a course for their mutual destruction.

Traxus

written by Amanda Cassity; set in 2274/04
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 5
first published as a novella in 2002

Captain Kirk and Doctor McCoy find themselves struggling to bring peace to a war-torn planet. Yet nefarious forces are at work to prevent peace for financial gain. Attacked by those forces and separated, Kirk and McCoy do what they each can to learn the secret of Traxus and the identities of those who prefer war to peace.

"A Collection of Lines"

written by Linda McInnis; set in 2274/10
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 2
first published in 1981: Stardate 13

What is it like when one of the junior officers on a starship loses a family member? And what is it like for the captain?

"Bad Luck Holiday"

written by Carol L. Lance; set in 2274/12
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 5
first published in 1992: Tantalus 4

Captain Kirk, Commander Spock and Doctor McCoy truly understand the meaning of "Be careful what you wish for" as they fall victim to the Amusement Park planet's computer's interpretation of their wishes...

"Da Woid" 

written by Cathy German; set in 2274/15
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 5
first published in 2002: Antares 9

The Enterprise returns to Sigma Iotia II with an even greater problem to solve. An amusing sequel to "A Piece of the Action."

"Sarek's Flitter"

written by Selek; set in 2274/20
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 5
first published in 2002: Antares 10

While Sarek is negotiating with the Legarans, the Lady Amanda allows Kirk and Spock to borrow Sarek's flitter.

"The Stange Case of Under-Secretary Lynch"

written by Anna Perotti; set in 2274/23
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 5
first published in 2004: Antares 13

The Enterprise crew is asked to help locate a Federation Under-Secretary who has disappeared under mysterious circumstances on the non-aligned world of Lovely II.

"Wild Ride"

written by Diane Doyle; set in 2274/24
first published in 2011 as an on-line exclusive

While working with the Kabanofi to combat a plague on their world, Captain Kirk dispatches Lieutenant Chekov and Ensign Mikayla Green in a shuttlecraft to the nearby world of Hosatar to investigate rumors of a war between these two Federation member worlds.

"Gorgon's Lair"

written by Diane Doyle; set in 2274/26
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 5
first published in 2004: Antares 13

Lightyears from Earth, some of the staff of a Federation research base experience a bizarre death: they’re literally turning to stone! Is this some new form of radiation, or are there truly Gorgons on the planet! James T. Kirk is determined to find out.

"Barrafluda"

written by Diane Doyle; set in 2274/29
available in ANTARES18
first published as an on-line exclusive in 2008

Alpha Andromedae III is beset by a medical mystery, and it's up to the crew of the Enterprise to find the source of a plague!

"Dream Catcher"

written by d. William Roberts; set in 2274/33
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 5
first published in 2004: Antares 13

On a newly discovered planet, an Enterprise landing party finds dreaming particularly engaging...and peculiarly deadly. Can Shaun Kelsey and his security team protect them from the ‘dream catcher’?

"The Ring"

written by Ann Zewen; set in 2274/61
an on-line exclusive first posted in 2009

first published in 1989: Beyond the Farthest Star 4

After a shore leave he can't remember, James T. Kirk finds that he's been equipped with some personal jewelry... Note: Explicit sexual situations.

"Special Cut"

written by Chris Dickenson; set in 2274/63
an on-line exclusive first posted in 2009

first published in 1989: Beyond the Farthest Star 4

McCoy informs his captain that he, too, has been equipped with some similar jewelry... Note: Explicit sexual situations.

"The Last Survivor"

written by Nomad; set in 2274/65
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 2
first published in 1980: Stardate 3

A sequel to the episode "A Private Little War." The Enterprise returns to the planet Neural only to discover how the situation there has worsened. Note: Violent content.

"The Wages of Vengeance"

written by Nomad; set in 2274/70
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 2
first published in 1980: Stardate 5

The peaceful planet of Serenidad is at the cusp of a major decision: whether or not to join the United Federation of Planets. Just as the treaty is to be signed, however, Captain James T. Kirk apparently leaps to the ceremonial platform and executes Don Fernando, El Caudillo of Serenidad, in a cold-blooded assassination. Note: Adult themes, violence.

"Liberty"

written by Amanda Cassity; set in 2274/73
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 5
first published in 1992: Idylls 8

While the Enterprise takes on supplies at a remote neutral planet, Jim Kirk enjoys shore leave with a most unusual companion. Note: Sexual themes.

"A Serpent in Eden"

written by Jim Ausfahl; set in 2274/74
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 2
first published in 2000: Antares 6

While the Enterprise is conducting a cultural study of a recently discovered alien world, Lieutenant Pavel Chekov finds himself on the planet’s surface investigating a murder!

"Resurrection"

written by Nomad; set in 2274/76
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 2
first published in 1980: Stardate 6

A sequel to "Where No Man Has Gone Before." After a side trip to Delta-Vega, the crew of the Enterprise discover Gary Mitchell to be alive and well and living without his powers.  Note: Adult themes.

"Until Judgment"

written by Nomad, Thomas Harden & Randall Landers; set in 2274/80
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 2
first published in 1980: Stardate 7

A landing party entrapped in a power struggle between nearly omniscient superbeings and their neanderthallic minions. Note: Adult themes, rape, violence.

"Out of the Ashes"

written by Ann Zewen; set in 2274/83
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 2
first published in 1989: Orion 28

Jim Kirk returns to the planet Stradia. The Stradia resistance fighters and Captain James Kirk had vanquished the Klingon invasion force. But were they really gone? Not if all the recent sabotage was any indication.  Note: Adult themes, violence.

"Oath of Vengeance"

written by Nomad; set in 2274/85
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 3
first published in 1981: Stardate 8

The Klingons have returned to Serenidad to lay claim to that planet's vast dilithium wealth. They have captured both Prince Consort Carlos and Princess Teresa and plan to extract their vengeance on the young lovers, unless a certain starship captain can stop them in time. Note: violence, rape, sexual themes.

"Mark of the Beast"

written by Nomad; set in 2274/90
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 3
first published in 1981: Stardate 9

The crew of the Enterprise encounter a murderous beast which is wandering the corridors in a blood-lust feeding frenzy...  Note: Extreme violence.

"Angel Face" 

written by Nomad; set in 2274/92 (framing section set in 2274; the rest during the events of "The Naked Time")
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 5
first published in 2002: Antares 9

Ensign Pavel A. Chekov, newly aboard the U.S.S. Enterprise, finds himself swept up into a sexual encounter during the insanity caused by the Psi 2000 virus.  Note: Sexual situations.

"A Minor Irritation"

written by Holly S. Trueblood; set in 2274/94
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 3
first published in 1995: Tantalus 8

On the surface of an abandoned Romulan colony world, Spock succumbs to a strange infestation, and it's up to his friends to help. You can't die from an itch, can you? A hurt-comfort story.

"The Human Equation"

written by Nomad; set in 2274/95
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 3
first published in 1981: Stardate 13

this story and the artwork which accompanied it were nominated for a TrekStar Award in 1982

An awesome Human (or should we say Vulcan?) interest story as young Lieutenant Xon comes to deal with the Human elements of the Enterprise crew, as well as love, life and death, all parts of the Human equation. Note: Sexual themes.

"A Klingon Holiday"

written by Randall Landers; set in 2274/96
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 3
first published in 1988: Orion 27

The Klingons try to capture Captain James T. Kirk while the starship commander is enjoying shore leave on a certain planet. Note: Adult themes.

"Masks"

written by Bonnie Reitz; set in 2274/97
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 3
first published in 1982: Stardate 15

A Romulan peace envoy, alien ambassadors, a shape-changing being and a powerful entity, all aboard the U.S.S. Enterprise, all causing James T. Kirk more than a little consternation.

Klingons!

written by Randall Landers, with Nomad; set in 2275/00
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 3
first published in 1982: Stardate 16

The crew of the Enterprise must deal with Klingons, spies, saboteurs, Organians, and religious chicanery. Note: Adult themes.

"Fire in the Shadows"

written by Bonnie Reitz; set in 2275/15
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 4
first published in 1983: Stardate 19

Kirk must come to work with an ally of the Romulans in order to save the galaxy from a doomsday machine and from yet another war with the Romulans.

The Daystrom Project

written by Nomad; set in 2275/20
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2275 The Daystrom Project
first published as a novella in 1987

This story and author won the Fan-Q Award in 1988.

The dreaded Kh'myr Klingons have kidnapped Doctor Richard Daystrom and his daughter. Their goal: to construct a multitronic computer with the engrams of a Kh'myr imprinted upon it, and thereby ease the way to conquer the galaxy! Only one man stands in their way: James T. Kirk! Note: Adult themes, rape, violence.

"The Cost of Freedom"

written by Nomad & Linda McInnis; set in 2275/30
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 4
first serialized in 1984: Stardate 21; in 1985: Orion 22, Orion 23; in 1987: Orion 24

Their plans to conquer Serenidad to claim its vast treasures of dilithium frequently thwarted, the Klingons have launched a full-scale invasion of the peaceful, little planet. Their primary weapon: a deed to the planet signed by Princess Teresa while under the influence of the mindsifter. Their second weapon: a reprogrammed Prince Carlos. And this time, Leonard McCoy himself is on-hand to witness the atrocities later to be called... "The Serenidad Tragedy." Note: Violence, sexual situations, mind rape.

"Teresa"

written by Nomad; set in 2275/34
available in ORION ARCHIVES 2273-2275 The Second Mission 4
first published in 1988: Orion 27

The Klingons again driven from Serenidad, Princess Teresa sets out to restore that which was broken: Serenidad itself.


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