Fan Casting Taryn Vale in Star Trek: New Horizons

She comes from a Martian colony and is the first officer of the Enterprise. She is an experienced officer who served with Carver on an older version of the Enterprise during the war. She would be played by Rebecca Ferguson. She is a woman in her 40s. She has an average build, a pretty face, and blonde hair. At first, she considers retiring because she fears the outbreak of a new war, but Carver's conviction keeps her on board. Her loyalty to him grows, and she becomes his closest ally during diplomatic negotiations and especially after the Romulan attack. Her courage and calmness in battle reinforce her role as an indispensable member of the crew. Like Carver, she harbors hidden feelings for him, but neither has the courage to reveal them. Character personality: Pragmatic, loyal, and resilient, with a deep understanding of Carver's ideals. Her Martian origins have taught her to survive in harsh conditions, but she hesitates to continue her service due to the threat of a new war. Ultimately, she chooses duty over fear.