Lieutenant JG Ethan Hunt
Name Ethan James Hunt
Position Assistant Chief Engineering Officer
Rank Lieutenant JG
Character Information
| Gender | Male | |
| Species | Human | |
| Place of Birth | Savannah, Georgia, Earth | |
| Age | 31 | |
| Date of Birth | 08-22-2360 |
Physical Appearance
| Height | 5'11 | |
| Weight | 195LBS | |
| Hair Color | Dark Brown | |
| Eye Color | Blue | |
| Physical Description | Ethan is a lean, athletic man in his early 30s, standing at 5’11” with sharp blue eyes that convey both intensity and thoughtfulness. His dark brown hair is often neatly trimmed, though a stray lock occasionally falls across his forehead during moments of intense focus. Ethan carries himself with a quiet confidence, his movements precise and deliberate. He is almost always seen in his engineering jumpsuit, sleeves rolled up, ready to tackle any challenge. |
Family
| Mother | Elaine Hunt | |
| Father | James Hunt | |
| Siblings | William Hunt, Katherine Hunt |
Personality & Traits
| General Overview | Ethan Hunt is a dedicated and resourceful Starfleet officer. Known for his sharp intellect and unorthodox problem-solving skills, Ethan is often a valuable member of the engineering team. He thrives in high-pressure situations, often devising innovative solutions to complex technical challenges. Though his methods can be unconventional, his results consistently earn the respect of his peers and superiors. Ethan’s confidence and charm make him approachable, though his guarded nature and perfectionist tendencies sometimes create an emotional distance between him and others. Despite this, he is deeply loyal to his crew. His blend of technical brilliance, leadership potential, and a subtle rebellious streak makes him an asset to Starfleet. |
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| Strengths & Weaknesses | Strengths: Ingenious Problem-Solver: Ethan is exceptionally resourceful, often devising unconventional solutions to complex engineering problems. Fearless Under Pressure: Ethan thrives in high-stakes situations, maintaining composure and clarity of thought even when systems are failing around him. Dedicated Leader: He has a natural ability to inspire and coordinate his team, often leading by example but he often borders going against starfleet protocols. Strong Morals: Ethan is loyal to his crew, making him a reliable ally in both professional and personal spheres. Weaknesses: Impulsive: In his drive to solve problems quickly, Ethan occasionally takes risks that others might consider reckless. Guarded Nature: While friendly, he tends to keep his emotions and personal struggles tightly controlled, making it difficult for others to truly know him. Perfectionist: Ethan holds himself—and others—to very high standards, which can sometimes create tension in stressful situations. But not the very high standards one might think. Troubled Past: His drive to succeed stems from a need to prove himself, rooted in a family tragedy that still weighs heavily on him. |
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| Ambitions | Ethan’s ambition is deeply rooted in his past: to ensure that no family has to endure the pain of losing a loved one to preventable system failures, as he did when his father died in a warp core containment breach. He is driven to make starship systems safer, more efficient, and resilient under stress. Every project he undertakes and every problem he solves carries the weight of that personal mission—turning his father’s tragedy into a legacy of innovation and safety for future generations. Ethan believes that through engineering excellence, he can honor his father’s memory and protect the crews who trust their lives to Starfleet’s technology. | |
| Hobbies & Interests | When not immersed in his work, Ethan enjoys a range of hobbies and interests. Holo-simulations: Ethan often participates in problem-solving holodeck simulations, which he uses as both a form of recreation and a way to refine his engineering skills. He also uses this space to test the limits of his ideas and small inventions. Music: Ethan has a talent for playing the piano, a skill he inherited from his mother. While he rarely performs for others, playing music allows him to relax and reflect. Adventure Sports: True to his fearless nature, Ethan enjoys activities like rock climbing, hover-skiing, and zero-gravity diving, finding them exhilarating and a great way to clear his mind. |
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| Languages Spoken | English |
| Background | Ethan Hunt was born on August 22, 2349, in Savannah, Georgia, on Earth. Raised in a family with deep roots in engineering and public service, Ethan was the youngest of three siblings. His father, James Hunt, was a starship systems analyst for Starfleet, while his mother, Elaine Hunt, worked as an astrophysicist specializing in pulsar studies. Ethan’s siblings, William and Katherine, were both academically gifted—William following in their father’s footsteps as an engineer, and Katherine pursuing a career in criminal law. From a young age, Ethan demonstrated a natural aptitude for understanding complex systems. He was particularly fascinated by how machinery worked and would spend hours disassembling and rebuilding devices around the house, much to his parents’ simultaneous pride and exasperation. However, he also had a mischievous streak, often using his mechanical prowess to create elaborate pranks on his older siblings. Despite his talents, Ethan struggled to find his place in the shadow of his accomplished family. William, the eldest, was often held up as the “gold standard” of achievement, which unintentionally created a sense of inadequacy in Ethan. This dynamic sparked a drive within him—not just to excel but to carve out his unique identity. At 15, Ethan’s life was upended by tragedy. His father, James, was killed in a warp core containment failure aboard the USS Horizon, where he had been temporarily assigned to troubleshoot a persistent issue. After an investigation, the failure was caused by human error. The loss devastated the Hunt family and left Ethan grappling with profound grief. Determined to honor his father’s legacy, he resolved to join Starfleet as an engineer, vowing to ensure no one else would lose their life to preventable failures. In the years following the tragedy, Ethan became more focused and driven. He poured himself into his studies, particularly in physics, mathematics, and mechanical engineering, earning top marks. However, his relentless drive came at a cost—he grew distant from his family, particularly his mother, who struggled to connect with him after James’s death. His siblings, Katherine and William, both encouraged him to balance his ambitions with emotional healing, but Ethan was determined to push forward, even at the expense of his personal relationships. Ethan was accepted into Starfleet Academy at the age of 18, where he followed the engineering path and focusing on damage control. His time at the Academy was marked by both personal growth and intense challenges. Though naturally talented, he often found himself at odds with authority, pushing back against rigid protocols that he felt stifled creativity. This rebellious streak earned him both the admiration of his peers and the scrutiny of his instructors. One of Ethan’s most formative experiences at the Academy came during a holodeck simulation designed to test cadets’ ability to respond to a catastrophic system failure. When the simulated starship’s warp core began to overload, Ethan bypassed standard procedures and implemented a daring solution, rerouting power through auxiliary systems in a way that hadn’t been attempted before. While the solution worked, his instructors had to document him for taking unnecessary risks. The incident cemented Ethan’s reputation as a brilliant but unconventional thinker. During his second year, Ethan formed a close bond with a fellow cadet, Mira T’Sar, a Vulcan studying computational systems. Mira’s calm, logical demeanor served as a counterbalance to Ethan’s impulsive nature, and the two became both collaborators and confidants. Mira’s influence helped Ethan refine his decision-making process, teaching him the importance of tempering his creativity with discipline. However, Ethan also faced his share of failures. In his third year, he led a team project to design a new energy distribution grid for a starship. Despite his best efforts, the design proved unstable under stress tests, resulting in a public critique from the Academy’s engineering board. The failure was a humbling experience that forced Ethan to confront his perfectionism and learn to accept constructive feedback. Ethan graduated from Starfleet Academy in 2382, earning commendations for his work throughout experience. His first assignment was aboard the USS Resolute, a Nova-class science vessel, where he served as a junior engineer. During his time on the Resolute, Ethan honed his skills in real-world applications, often volunteering for challenging assignments to prove his mettle. One notable incident involved a malfunction in the Resolute’s deflector array, which threatened to disrupt a delicate planetary survey. Ethan spearheaded the repair effort, devising a temporary workaround that allowed the mission to proceed. His ingenuity earned him his first formal commendation, but it also reinforced his tendency to shoulder responsibility alone, often at the expense of collaboration. His second assignment was on the USS Lenox Hill where he was promoted to Lieutenant Junior Grade and served as a senior engineer. An opportunity came forward to serve in an even more daring role, onboard the USS Fenrir as the Assistant Chief Engineer. He applied and waited for acceptance. |
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| Service Record | 2383 - 2386: Junior Engineer, Ensign, USS Resolute 2386 - Present: Senior Engineer, Lieutenant Junior Grade, USS Lenox Hill Assistant Chief Engineer, Lieutenant Junior Grade, USS Fenrir - Application Pending |
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| Medical History | Starfleet Medical Record: Lieutenant J.G. Ethan Hunt Name: Ethan Hunt Rank: Lieutenant Junior Grade (Senior Engineer) Current Assignment: USS Lenox Hill Species: Human Gender: Male Age: 31 Height: 5'11" Weight: 195lbs Eye Color: Blue Hair Color: Dark Brown Blood Type: O+ Medical History Childhood Illnesses: Mild case of varicella (chickenpox) at age 7. Fully recovered. Broken left wrist at age 10 due to a fall while climbing. Healed without complications. Pre-Starfleet Medical History: No significant medical issues. Athletic background: participated in competitive boxing and rock climbing during teenage years. Starfleet Academy Medical History: Sustained a mild concussion during a holodeck simulation accident in his second year. Cleared for duty after recovery. Treated for a dislocated shoulder incurred during zero-gravity training exercises. Physical therapy completed successfully. Service-Related Injuries 2383: Minor plasma burns sustained while addressing a conduit malfunction aboard the USS Resolute. Treated with dermal regeneration. 2383: Suffered a sprained ankle during an emergency evacuation aboard USS Resolute. No lasting complications. 2386: Mild radiation exposure while manually stabilizing a warp core containment field aboard the USS Lenox Hill. Blood markers returned to normal within two months following treatment. Psychological Profile Condition: Fit for duty. Evaluation Summary: Ethan displays a strong sense of duty and resilience, though he occasionally exhibits signs of perfectionism and a tendency to shoulder responsibility alone. His drive to improve safety protocols is rooted in personal tragedy, which has made him deeply empathetic toward his crew. Regular counseling sessions are recommended to help him maintain work-life balance and manage stress. Fitness Assessment Physical Condition: Excellent. Ethan maintains a rigorous exercise routine, including cardio, weight training, and martial arts. Vision: 20/20 Hearing: Normal. Immunization Record Fully up-to-date per Starfleet Medical regulations, including inoculations for: Andorian Shivers Rigelian Flu Melvaran Mud Fleas Current Medications: None. Allergies: None known. |