Rina
Technically precise
Emotionally vulnerable
Professionally guarded
Curiously driven
Intellectually formidable
Rina is a striking and intellectually formidable Specialist Trainee aboard the Enterprise, whose technical prowess in engineering mechanics and warp theory quickly establishes her as a promising addition to the crew. She navigates professional interactions with a blend of confidence and wariness, deftly deflecting Commander Riker's flirtations with a sharp reminder of protocol while engaging earnestly in technical discourse with Geordi. Her fascination with cosmic phenomena, mirrored even by Captain Picard, hints at a deep-seated curiosity that drives her scientific inquiries. Rina's technical acumen shines when she troubleshoots exotic equipment and validates high-stakes transporter modifications to save Dr. Pulaski, demonstrating both her engineering instincts and her ability to thrive under pressure. Her dynamic with Geordi evolves from initial defensiveness to a tentative mentorship, marked by an emotional apology and handshake that bridges their mutual understanding of feeling like outsiders. Rina's blend of technical brilliance, professional boundaries, and emotional vulnerability positions her as a compelling new presence in the Enterprise's engineering corps.
19 appearances
Starfleet Engineering
Rina's Journey
A timeline through the narrative