These stations could be manned or unmanned, space- or planet-based. Relay stations could be manned by a small crew of as few as two officers. Federation stations were considered as outposts. (TNG: "Aquiel" ) Security Relay Station One was a manned station operated by the Kes of Kesprytt III in 2370. (TNG: "Attached" ) In 2373, during the Dominion War, General Martok destroyed a relay station at Felton Prime, managing to do so before the Cardassians even realized he was there. (DS9: "Once More Unto the Breach")