Write the next
chapter
Join one of our crews and write collaborative adventures with players from many countries. No experience or extra software required - all you need is an email address.
Like writing a novel - with friends
Each of you plays a character, and you write your piece of the story every few days. Those pieces add up to a plot that lasts a few weeks - part of your ship's larger narrative. You receive everyone else's parts by email, and simply reply with yours. That's it.
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Meet some of your future crewmates
More than a game - a crew
Improve your writing
Expert guidance from friendly mentors - your writing improves just from working with your crew.
Built on collaboration
We put a strong focus on collaborative storytelling - everyone brings a piece and we weave it together.
Make real friends
A feeling of friendship that extends far past the in-character relationships of our crews - many call it family.
Join a taskforce
Help build our wiki, run live events, train new members, or run our social media. There's a place for every talent.
Always something on
Monthly Discord chats, friendly challenges, fleet-wide events, our annual awards ceremony, and a Star Trek Online gaming group.
An international community
Members from many countries and all walks of life. Connect with people you'd never otherwise meet.
Everyone has a place on this bridge
Not a slogan we picked up last year - a stance we’ve put in writing, and in code, for a long time.
“As a creative community, diversity is our strength.We want to support our Black members, and other people of color in our community - we stand shoulder to shoulder with our friends, neighbors, colleagues, and peers.”
And we keep dedicated spaces for our members - the Lambda Alliance (LGBTQ+) and the Soong Society (neurodivergent).
From applicant to officer
Apply
Our application walks you through creating a character so you can jump into a training scenario. No role-playing experience required.
Train
A week-long cadet cruise with dedicated trainers and daily tutorials. New classes begin every Monday.
Commission
Graduate and get placed on a ship in our fleet - a fresh-faced ensign, ready for duty.
Over 70% stay a year or more
"I enjoy the friendships and that there are so many awesome creative minds that it never gets boring. It's just a great place to be."
"I love the sense of community here. All the writers are very collaborative and really open to the development of your ideas."
"We've got such an amazing feeling of friendship among our group that extends far past the IC relationship of our characters."
"This is one community that is only going to get better, as it has over the last 25 years. The next 25 will be amazing."
"They are friendly, helpful people, with excellent writing skills. I feel I can still learn a lot from them."
"It really is a fleet, not just a collection of independent sims. We have stories being woven across ships and space, with freedom to move and explore."
"What I enjoy most about the community is the diversity and how quick people are to help one another."
"The best part of my day is picking up my tablet when I wake up and seeing what emails from the group await me, and what our next adventure is!"
Meet the crews
When you graduate, our placement team matches you to the crew where your preferences and the fleet's needs fit best. Here's where you might end up.
Discover the wonders of a whole new galaxy
We run classes every week in our Academy, so you can jump right into the action. Join a crew, write your character's story, and explore.
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Before you apply
Is there a cost to join and play?
Applying and playing is entirely free. Our group is volunteer-run and supported by donations. No hidden fees, no premium content - just collaborative storytelling at no charge.
Which era of Star Trek does this game take place in?
Our sim is set in the year 2403, in the "prime" timeline - the main Star Trek continuity, picking up just after the events of Star Trek: Picard. The Original Series, The Next Generation, Deep Space Nine, Voyager, Picard, and the destruction of Romulus are all part of our history and canon. (We don't follow the alternate timeline of the 2009 Abrams films.)
When can I start my training?
Training groups begin every Monday. Apply today; once your application is approved, you'll be scheduled for the next available class.
How active is the community?
Very. Check out our Community News, our wiki's recent changes, and the Sim Archive to see how active each ship is. Our Discord and email lists are always buzzing.
Do I need to log in at specific times?
No. The game is asynchronous - participate at your convenience. We host monthly Fleetwide Chats on Discord with plenty of notice if you'd like to attend.
What is the commitment level?
To keep up with most ships, you'll submit a piece of the story at least three times a week. During training you'll tell us your pace, and can choose a faster or slower ship.
Can I join more than one ship?
Once you reach the rank of Lieutenant, you may play up to two characters on two different vessels. Before that, you can create minor characters to help your ship's plot, and you can always retire and replace your character.
How do I choose a duty post to play?
Think about the roles you loved watching - helm, security, medical, science, and more. Our wiki's duty-post area explains each role, and the availability page shows which posts the fleet needs most.
What kind of writing skills do I need?
Writers of all skill levels are welcome. We value creativity and passion above all, and mentors are available to help you improve. You don't need to be a published author.
Are there any age restrictions for joining?
Our community is open to all ages, though we recommend players under 13 obtain parental consent. We strive to maintain a safe and inclusive environment.
What if I need to take a break?
Real life comes first. We offer a leave-of-absence system - just let your ship's command know, and we'll welcome you back when you're ready.
How do promotions and character progression work?
Progression is based on a mix of in-character achievements and out-of-character participation. Promotions are decided by command staff when a player shows consistent contribution and engagement.
Join the conversation
Discord
Monthly chats, fleet events, and the annual awards ceremony - our most active community space.
The 118 Wiki
Decades of canon, characters, ships, and lore - built and maintained by our members.