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Bartel

professional protocol-oriented efficient attentive
Named engineering crew member of the USS Enterprise-D, distinct from generic occupational roles like 'Bartender.'
4 appearances
Starship Engineering

Bartel's Journey

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5 moments
S6E4 · Relics
Scotty’s outdated expertise sparks conflict

Professional and slightly concerned about the breach of protocol.

Bartel first confronts Scott at the entrance, warning him the area is restricted. After Geordi takes over, Bartel leaves and later reports to Geordi that engines can be restarted in …

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S6E4 · Relics
Picard appeals to Geordi for Scott’s inclusion

Not present; no emotional state exhibited.

Lieutenant Bartel is mentioned by Geordi as a potential technical intermediary to accompany Scott to the Jenolan. Geordi suggests, 'I'll have Lieutenant Bartel beam down with him,' but Picard overrules …

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S6E4 · Relics
Picard appeals to Geordi’s empathy for Scott

Not applicable.

Mentioned by Geordi as the engineering crew member he intended to send with Scott; not physically present.

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S6E4 · Relics
Picard orders Dyson Sphere scan

Focused and determined, with a sense of satisfaction in having contributed to the ship’s stability, even if his work is now behind the scenes.

Lieutenant Bartel is not physically present on the bridge during this event, but his earlier actions—diverting power to the maneuvering thrusters at Riker’s command—are foundational to the crew’s ability to …

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S6E4 · Relics
Enterprise escapes photosphere disaster

Presumed focused and responsive to command

Lieutenant Bartel is ordered by Commander Riker to divert all power from auxiliary relay systems to the maneuvering thrusters. He is not present on the bridge but his off-screen compliance …

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Affiliations

Starfleet
member
Federation Starship Command, Classified Intelligence, and Hierarchical Operations

Bartel is a member of the Starfleet engineering crew aboard the USS Enterprise-D, operating under Starfleet protocols and directives.

USS Enterprise-D Engineering Crisis Team (Hollow Pursuits)
member
Starship Propulsion Systems and Emergency Upgrades

Bartel is a named engineering crew member on the USS Enterprise-D, indicating membership in the Engineering Department led by Geordi La Forge. He works within the department's structure and protocols.

Across the Seasons

How this character reads at season scale

Season 6 · asteroid

Named engineering crew member of the USS Enterprise-D, distinct from generic occupational roles like 'Bartender.'