Abbreviations of Sources

When multiple sources state the same thing, only one source has been listed for the save of brevity. Which source this is depends on what I find most comprehensive, 'high-ranking' (alpha canon>beta canon), and/or agreeable on a given topic. The extremely obvious, such as that Sarek is Spock's father, have not been cited, because I am attempting some sort of balance between being opaque and retaining any semblance of a marble.


Sarek

Sarek, child of Skon, child of Solkar, was born into the House of Surak, which was under the guidance of Oldest Mother T'pau. He was an adept computer programmer, and focused on his work to the exclusion of most friendships. T'pau sent him to the Vulcan embassy on Terra, ostensibly to be their IT person and to report back to her. He fell in love with Terra, and in time was called to be the new Vulcan ambassador to Terra. He also fell in love with a linguist called Amanda Grayson, a Human (SW). They married, and had a son, Spock.

Sarek was originally strongly opposed to any Vulcans being involved with Starfleet on ethical grounds, due to Starfleet's military aspects (JtB). This led to a very tense and strained relationship with his son, Spock, who chose to enter Starfleet Academy over the prestigious Vulcan Science Academy (JtB), though they later repaired their relationship (VH). He later softened this stance, even briefly donning a spare Starfleet uniform when working to render aid in a disaster zone (ID.E).

An illustration of young Sarek and Amanda Grayson from Star Trek, in front of a very dark blue background. They are suspended in space, their head and part of their torso showing, in side view. There is Earth/Terra behind Amanda’s head and Vulcan behind Sarek’s head. They are reaching for each other and each other’s world, outstretched hands in the ta'al position. Sarek is dressed in a green robe with black and brown accents and blue and red ribbons. Amanda is dressed in a red shirt. The edge of Sarek’s sleeve has Vulcan calligraphy, the beginning of the IDIC.

Quotes about Sarek

James Kirk, about Sarek and Spock: They are both stubborn men. (JtB)

Salok, to Sarek, about Sarek and Spock: compose yourself, Sarek. so difficult for fathers when sons are like themselves. (PP)

Leonard McCoy, about Sarek: He was shaking his head. “Sarek,” he said. “Who was it said, “The only thing worse than a scoundrel is a man of principle’?”(SW)

Admiral Nogura, about Sarek: Sarek's held the floor for six hours now, and he's not about to yield. A vote's a long way off, but he won't compromise: they will assist in life-saving measures, but Vulcan will not accept our preparations for war; it's simply not an option.(PP)