Editing Errol Heatherby (section)

==USS Rothgar==
[[File:USS Rothgar.jpg|thumb|right|300px|The USS Rothgar]]
In 2380, Errol transferred to the [[USS Rothgar]] a [[Nebula Class]] heavy cruiser. One of the first of the new line to be commissioned.

His official position remained that of helmsman, however, he quickly asked for permission and was granted the ability to cross train in security and tactical systems.

Errol's forethought, eventually made him the right person for the job, when in 2382 the vessel encountered an unknown species (later identified as a Cardassian vessel), engaged the Rothgar.

In the initial salvo of the battle, the Rothgar's bridge was struck, killing the ship's [[Tactical Officer|Chief Tactical Officer]] and seriously injuring several other senior crew, including himself.

With limited instruction from the captain or first officer, due to their injuries, Heatherby took command of the Rothgar and managed to severely damage the unidentified alien vessel.

He then managed to withdraw the ship from the conflict, avoiding pursuit. For his actions he was awarded the [[Character Awards and Commendations|Starfleet Shield]] and promoted to [[Rank|Lieutenant Senior Grade]].

Errol proved his diplomatic skills by assisting in the negotiations with the Kelmar, to guarantee their neutrality in a conflict with the [[Orion Syndicate]]. His smooth negotiations prevented an invasion by the Syndicate by aligning the Kelmar with the Federation, while allowing the Kelmar complete political and economic sovereignty.

Later as a result of this alliance, the [[Kelmar]] joined the UFP as a member world. In their gratitude for his assistance, They erected a commemorative statue of the proceedings in their council hall to remind them of the role that the federation diplomats played in ensuring their sovereignty. Errol's position in the statue is prominent.

During his time aboard the USS Rothgar Errol was promoted to [[Rank|Lieutenant Commander]] and became the [[First Officer]] of that ship.