*A reputation as an innovative officer willing to take risks was why William T Riker was chosen by Captain Jean-Luc Picard to be his "Number One" officer. As the First Officer of the U.S.S. Enterprise, Riker is responsible for presenting the captain with a fully operational starship in top condition. Born in Valdez, Alaska (on Earth), Riker is the son of Federation Envoy Kyle Riker. Unlike Captain Picard's somewhat cool demeanor, Riker can often be found in the Ten-Forward lounge socializing with the crew. Riker delights in taking on a challenge, as evidenced by his volunteering for temporary assignment as first officer on a Klingon Bird-Of-Prey. *Source: Back of card