Joining the game requires that you understand the relevant gameplay rules - so, first of all you undertake some training "missions", which run in the same manner as your respective gameplay style. During these missions, you will learn communication protocols and how to write within ACTD parameters. It is also recommended that, before your training begins, you read the Chat Player's Handbook, or the Newsfleet Player's Handbook, or the PBeM Player's Handbook which provides a full overview of A Call To Duty and how the game is played. Click on one of the Join links above and follow the instructions to sign up for your preferred training session.

To view the Handbooks, you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader.

Frequently Asked Questions

What software do I need to play the game?
Please click on the Setup link. A Call To Duty recommends either MSChat or mIRC as suitable chat clients.

How do I create a character?
When you have completed the training program, you will be asked to fill out a form to create your character. Characters must be "canon" (TV and film only) trek, Federation-member/friendly races.

What rank can I choose for my character?
All graduates from the training missions are assigned to a Ship or Station as either a Cadet or as an Ensign.

How does my character get promoted in rank/position?
A rank or position promotion is based upon the quality of your role-playing and level of participation during the chat sessions, as well as the quality of your log when playing by Chat. During Newsgroup and Play by E-mail missions, the quality of your posting will determine how quickly you are promoted. Your Ship Manager and Captain will promote you when they feel it is appropriate.

What rating does this Role-play adhere to?
A Call To Duty is aware that there are many younger players within our player base and many more who are keen to join us, therefore we have set up ratings for each particular division of the game, and game staff work hard to ensure that gameplay is kept to these standards. Our player off-duty "lounge" is rated G, the missions PG, and the Newsgroup and Play-By-Email divisions are rated PG, R, or NC-17. Please see our Terms of Use for further details.

What Timezone is used for the Times on the Enlistment Pages?
Please note that all times on the Enlistment page are listed in Pacific. You must convert to your local time zone when making your selection of training days. For example: GMT is plus 8 hours from Pacific. If you make a mistake, please email join@acalltoduty.com to change your training day and our training staff will reply as soon as possible to make these changes.

None of these really help me, Where can I go to get my questions answered?
Our Staff is more than willing to answer any question you might have, check out our Contact Page and select who could answer your question best, if they can't, they will refer you to the correct person.