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VIDEO: Command & Conquer Runtime: 9 minutes Studio: No Budget Productions / FilkFerret Productions / Dominion Media Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Starship: Valiant Franchise Position: 2 A Mirror Universe tale exploring the challenges of command aboard the Dreadnought Dominion and Starship Valiant. Plot Summary: Command & Conquer is set in the Mirror Universe and bridges the events leading to Project Defiant’s DARK GLIMMER. The story follows both the crews of the Dreadnought Dominion and the Starship Valiant as they execute critical missions, highlighting the complexities of leadership under pressure. Commanders must make strategic choices, balance loyalty and ethics, and navigate the volatile realities of inter-universal conflict. The narrative emphasizes the weight of command, the challenges of decision-making, and the interplay between experienced officers and new talent in high-stakes situations. Critics Review: Fans have lauded the episode for its focus on lea...

VIDEO: Chain of Command (Special Ed) Runtime: 11 minutes Studio: Starbase Studios Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Starship: Valiant  Franchise Position: 1 Captain Brousseau faces his first major command decision: selecting a first officer for the Dominion. Plot Summary: "Chain of Command," a special edition of the Constar Chronicles, follows Captain Brousseau as he navigates the challenges of first command aboard the Dominion. Temporarily stationed at Star Port Orchard, Brousseau must choose between two exceptional candidates for first officer: Stephen Denson, a veteran officer nearing retirement, and Brice Anders, a valorous leader whose rank can be adjusted if necessary. Brousseau consults with Denson regarding micro-fractures in the starboard plasma coil beds, learning they are within acceptable limits. Their conversation also touches on Commodore Grissom, who unexpectedly departed after the Cromwell Nebulous and now mentors cadets at the academy. As Brousseau ...

VIDEO: Cool, Calm and Collected Runtime: 16 minutes Studio: No Budget Productions / FilkFerret Productions / Dominion Media Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Starship: Valiant  Franchise Position: 3 The conclusion of the Starship Valiant trilogy, spanning three universes and resolving the Dominion’s missions. Plot Summary: Cool, Calm and Collected concludes the Starship Valiant trilogy, following Chain of Command and Command and Conquer. Set across three distinct universes, the film explores the final challenges faced by the crew of the Valiant as they execute critical Dominion missions. Leadership, strategy, and the personal growth of key crew members take center stage as decisions made in past installments come to fruition. Advanced CGI and VFX, crafted by Joey Bonice and Sam Cockings, enhance the storytelling and bring inter-universal conflicts to life. The narrative ties together previous plotlines, resolves lingering mysteries, and delivers a climactic conclusion to ...

VIDEO: Chain of Command Runtime: 8 minutes Studio: Starbase Studios Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Starship: Valiant  Franchise Position: 1 Captain Brousseau faces his first major command decision: selecting a first officer for the Dominion. Plot Summary: "Chain of Command," a special edition of the Constar Chronicles, follows Captain Brousseau as he navigates the challenges of first command aboard the Dominion. Temporarily stationed at Star Port Orchard, Brousseau must choose between two exceptional candidates for first officer: Stephen Denson, a veteran officer nearing retirement, and Brice Anders, a valorous leader whose rank can be adjusted if necessary. Brousseau consults with Denson regarding micro-fractures in the starboard plasma coil beds, learning they are within acceptable limits. Their conversation also touches on Commodore Grissom, who unexpectedly departed after the Cromwell Nebulous and now mentors cadets at the academy. As Brousseau deliberates, h...

VIDEO: Starship Valiant: The Ties That Bind Runtime: 13 minutes Studio: Starbase Studios Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Starship: Valiant  Franchise Position: N/A A Star Trek fan film that delves into the complexities of duty and loyalty aboard the USS Valiant. Plot Summary: Starship Valiant: The Ties That Bind is a short fan film set in the Star Trek universe, produced by Starbase Studios. The USS Valor comes under attack and it's up to the USS Valiant to get to the bottom of what's going on.  The narrative follows the crew of the USS Valiant as they navigate the challenges of interstellar diplomacy and personal relationships. The film explores themes of duty, sacrifice, and the bonds that hold the crew together in the face of adversity. Critics Review: The film has received mixed reviews from the fan community. While some appreciate the dedication and effort put into the production, others note that the short runtime limits character development and plot depth. ...