The SS Valiant was a Human Charleston-class starship launched in 2065. Built by the European Hegemony the Valiant was commanded by Captain François de Compiegne. The Valiant encountered a temporary wormhole, which transported the vessel to the edge of the galaxy. (Ship Recognition Manual, Volume 4: Starships of the Original Series Era) The TNG novel: The Valiant states that Valiant 's commanding officer was Carlos Tarasco. First assistant engineer Geirrod Agnarsson was the crewman who developed psi powers.