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Star Trek: A Call To Duty Presents ....

USS Andromeda 
“Return to Active Duty”

Starring 
Janne Nikula as Captain Sketek Zhnirev
Amy Bennet as Commander Trial Martin
Derek Castro as Commander Juan T’Pal
Miika Nikula as Commander Senek Zhnirev
Becky Slater as Commander Buchanon
Jack Farfri as Lieutenant Commander Ray Durron
Nuno Cruz as Lieutenant Commander Rie-mann Z’heta
 James Van Hoyweghen as Lieutenant Tal’el Jordain
 PJ Chapman as Ensign Phillipe Joseph Capulette
And ...
John McDermott as Midshipman Lake and Admiral Law

Host ACTD John Sea says:
Begin USS Andromeda 10301.05 "Return to Active Duty"
Host ACTD John Sea says:
Action: The USS Andromeda is docked at Starbase One, her crew is making their way to her
CNS Jordain says:
::standing near a window looking at her, the cleaned Andromeda::
OPS Capulette says:
::Awaiting entrance to Andromeda on the Loading platform of Starbase One, Reviewing Supply Request Lists::
CSO Z’heta says:
::approaches the CNS:: CNS: Hello Tal!  Beautiful, isn't she?
CTO Senek says:
::Walks towards the Andromeda, tapping the demands of the security departments to his padd::
FCO Durron says:
::materializes on a transporter pad aboard the starbase and starts walking quickly for the boarding arm::
Host CO Sketek says:
::In the observation lounge::
CNS Jordain says:
CSO: Hey Rie! Ya she is astounding.  She has been true a lot and still she serves.  
CMO Buchannon says:
::walks out of the mess hall towards the transporter room with her data pad in hand.::
FCO Durron says:
::passes the window that the CSO and CNS are staring out of and nods than continues on his way::
Host ACTD John Sea says:
Action: The Pristine Andromeda is lit up by her brand new navigational lights which bathe her in a luminous white glow as work bees dart in an around the superstructure putting on finishing touches, the Earth drifts below ringed by a blue hue
OPS Capulette says:
Self: The relief Ops officer requested a personal manicurist for while on duty?
CSO Z’heta says:
::nods back at the FCO:: CNS: I hope they installed the new sensors array!
OPS Capulette says:
::Walks to the gangplank and boards Andromeda, makes way to Turbolift::
CNS Jordain says:
CSO: Wel lets go and find out :: Walks towards the docking port::
OPS Capulette says:
TL:Bridge.
CTO Senek says:
::Gets to the same TL as OPS::
CSO Z’heta says:
::follows the CNS::
FCO Durron says:
::pulls out a padd spots something stops turns on his heal and doubles back at a jog::
Host ACTD John Sea says:
Action: Crew and their families are reboarding the gallant ship many with various pets in tow
CTO Senek says:
::Hands OPS the padd:: OPS: Here is my supply list. Nothing special in it, just make sure that we have a full load of torpedoes when we leave.
CNS Jordain says:
CSO: How was your leave Rie?
OPS Capulette says:
CTO: Thank you, I'll review this and put it in ASAP.
FCO Durron says:
*Ops*: have you gotten the docking bay online yet sir?
CMO Buchannon says:
::enters the transporter room and grabs her bag that she has packed and steps onto the transporter pad::
OPS Capulette says:
*FCO*: As far as I know the Docking Bay is fully operational, we are awaiting the arrival of a new shuttle, though, sir.
CSO Z’heta says:
CNS: Oh, it game me a chance to relax and talk to my relatives.  I had only a few days off as I had return to the ship and supervise the some upgrades.  And you?
Host CO Sketek says:
*CMO/CNS/CSO/CTO/FCO/OPS/XO* Andromeda senior officers, please make your way to Andromeda if you haven't boarded the ship already. Then make your way to the Andromeda observation lounge for a meeting of the senior officers.
OPS Capulette says:
*CO*: Acknowledged, on my way, sir.
FCO Durron says:
::arrives at the Starbase's docking bay and hands the padd to the duty officer ::
CMO Buchannon says:
::hits her com link just above the left breast:: *CO*  On my way sir.
OPS Capulette says:
CTO: Did you enjoy your leave?
CNS Jordain says:
:: Enters the Andromeda and feels a cold shill go over his back::  CSO: I had some time to talk to my friends and family   *CO* Aye Captain
XO Martin says:
::is moving rather quickly, if not running, towards where the Andromeda is docked, looking a bit tired::
Host ACTD John Sea says:
Action: News bulletins at the Starbase report improving relations with the Romulan Star Empire
CSO Z’heta says:
CNS: Great!  Shall we meet the rest of our crew?  ::heads for the lounge::
CTO Senek says:
OPS: Sure I did. It's always as refreshing to spend some time back on Vulcan.
Host CO Sketek says:
::Watches the stars from the observation lounge windows::
OPS Capulette says:
CTO: Good, I went to Risa to visit my mother and sister.
OPS Capulette says:
::Turbolift doors open revealing the cleaned and updated bridge::
CNS Jordain says:
CSO: Sure, I wonder what this is all about.  
CTO Senek says:
OPS: Our tastes of holiday planets seem to vary. That's natural, of course.
OPS Capulette says:
CTO: True.
OPS Capulette says:
CTO: We should get to the Lounge.
XO Martin says:
::walks the last few feet and is once again on the Andromeda::
FCO Durron says:
::gets his padd back and the duty officer nodds to a sphinx class workpod::
CTO Senek says:
::Walks through the bridge to the observation lounge::
OPS Capulette says:
::Walks to observation lounge to find the Captain standing at the windows::
FCO Durron says:
::ducks into the pod and begins power up::
OPS Capulette says:
CO: Ensign Capulette reporting for duty, sir.
CSO Z’heta says:
::winks at the CNS::
Host CO Sketek says:
OPS: Welcome back to Andromeda.
CNS Jordain says:
CSO: Yes?
OPS Capulette says:
CO: Thank you sir, did you enjoy holiday?
CMO Buchannon says:
:: materializes in the Andromeda's transporter bay and begins heading in the wrong direction to the observation lounge::
Host CO Sketek says:
OPS: I certainly did.
CSO Z’heta says:
CNS: Oh...  I'm just wondering about this call to the lounge...
FCO Durron says:
*andromeda shuttlebay*: Hay guys its me. I am bringing that sphinx class on over so you might want to get those doors open.
OPS Capulette says:
CO: Good.
XO Martin says:
::steps into the turbolift and tells it where she wants to go::
FCO Durron says:
::eases the shuttle pod off the bay and than gently through the field into open space...well save for the workbees::
CNS Jordain says:
::enters the lounge:: CO: Counsellor reporting for duty Captain
FCO Durron says:
<Andromeda shuttlebay>*FCO* acknowledged
CTO Senek says:
::Looks out of the window for a while, then takes a seat::
Host CO Sketek says:
CNS: Welcome back.
OPS Capulette says:
*FCO*: Sir, the Sphinx class pod is arriving, I can see it from the window if you'd like to inspect it before the briefing.
Host ACTD John Sea says:
Action: Earth orbit is packed with the usual freighter and commercial traffic from various worlds of the Federation
FCO Durron says:
::looks around and grins than makes a pass by lounge::
FCO Durron says:
*OPS*:that pod is me
CSO Z’heta says:
::enters after the CNS:: CO:I'm also reporting in, Captain ::stands at attention::
OPS Capulette says:
*FCO*:Spontanaiety running rampant again, Sir?
FCO Durron says:
::spins the pod on its horizontal axis::
Host CO Sketek says:
CSO: Welcome back, mr. Z'heta.
FCO Durron says:
*Ops* nah we needed to replace on and I wanted to avoid the crowd
CNS Jordain says:
CO: It is good to be back sir ::moves to a chair and sits down. nods at the CSO and then to the chair next to him. Asking Rie to sit next to him::
CSO Z’heta says:
CO: Thank you, Sir.  It's good to be back
CSO Z’heta says:
::nods at the CNS and sits next to him::
OPS Capulette says:
*FCO*: Just don't damage it, that's the new model.
CMO Buchannon says:
::stops in the hallway looking around with a "where am I on this ship look."::
FCO Durron says:
;;flashes the navigational lights and salutes than breaks off and heads for the docking bay::
XO Martin says:
::steps off the TL, and makes her way to the Observation Lounge::
FCO Durron says:
*Ops* I wouldn't worry about it
Host ACTD John Sea says:
Action: In the docking ring next to the Andromeda, Starfleet Engineers are repairing a Klingon Warship and waxing her hull
OPS Capulette says:
*FCO* Perhaps on your way here you can try and find the Doctor, and escort her here?
FCO Durron says:
*Ops* sure
OPS Capulette says:
*FCO* Thank you, Capulette out.
FCO Durron says:
::eases the sphinx into the bay and settles it neatly in its place::
FCO Durron says:
::jumps out of the sphinx and nods to the Andromeda’s duty officer and heads for the hall way::
XO Martin says:
::enters the OL, finally, and looks for a place to sit down::
FCO Durron says:
*computer* locate Buchannon
OPS Capulette says:
::Finally takes a seat halfway down the conference table and sets down the pads with equipment requests::
XO Martin says:
::takes her seat to the right of the Captains chair:
FCO Durron says:
<computer>*FCO* CMO Buchannon is on deck three in the hallway beside Lieutenant Trillian's quarters.
CNS Jordain says:
::hands the OPS his list of supplies he needs and smiles::
OPS Capulette says:
CNS: Thank you, counsellor. ::Takes list and sets it with the others::
FCO Durron says:
::jogs for the turbolift:: TL: Deck 3 section two
FCO Durron says:
::rides the turbolift which is unaccountably quick::
OPS Capulette says:
*FCO*: Sir perhaps you could get the deuterium out of your pants?
Host ACTD John Sea says:
Action: A Midshipman comes in and offers the staff some refreshments
OPS Capulette says:
Midshipman: I'll have some milk and canned tuna.
FCO Durron says:
::exits the TL and turns right:: *Ops* sorry you are breaking up I missed that.
OPS Capulette says:
*FCO*:Nothing, sir.
Host Midshipman Lake says:
::passes out some food::
FCO Durron says:
::continues jogging and turns left and taps the CMO on the shoulder::
OPS Capulette says:
Self: Ahh...Federation grade tuna and milk, just like mom serves.
FCO Durron says:
CMO: you look lost
CTO Senek says:
::Takes a small glass of fruit juice::
CNS Jordain says:
Midshipman: I' would like some thee, earl grey hot.
XO Martin says:
::takes a cup of coffee, double cream, double sugar::
Host Midshipman Lake says:
::puts some jelly doughnuts in the centre of the table
Host Midshipman Lake says:
::passes some tea to the CNS::
CSO Z’heta says:
::looks at the XO:: XO: Hello, ma'am!  I see you're still addicted to coffee...
CMO Buchannon says:
FCO: Yeah I am. I am used to a nebula class ship
FCO Durron says:
::takes Buchannon's shoulder and guides her back to the turbolift::
XO Martin says:
::smiles a bit between sips:: CSO: Wake-up call...I got up a bit too late this morning...
OPS Capulette says:
All: With the exception of the doctor and the FCO, might I request your supply request lists so I might submit them to the Station Quartermaster before we disembark?
FCO Durron says:
CMO: it is ok ma’am. Took me two months to find the mess hall
OPS Capulette says:
All: I currently have Tactical, Counsel and Operations.
CSO Z’heta says:
::pours some coffee to himself::  XO: I see.  ::smiles::
FCO Durron says:
TL: Obs lounge
Host CO Sketek says:
All: Please hand out the lists to OPS.
CSO Z’heta says:
OPS: Oh, I have mine here.  ::gives a PADD to the OPS::
OPS Capulette says:
CSO: Thank you ::Takes padd::
Host Midshipman Lake says:
Action: The FCO and the CMO arrive in the Observation lounge
CSO Z’heta says:
OPS: You're welcome.  And how are you?
OPS Capulette says:
CSO: Wonderful, this tuna was a real pick-me-up, and you?
Host CO Sketek says:
::Raises his voice:: All: Welcome back to Andromeda!
FCO Durron says:
CO: sorry we are late sir.
CSO Z’heta says:
OPS: Nice to hear that!  I'm just fine and quite ready for the new Andromeda adventures!
FCO Durron says:
::takes his seat and looks around glad to see that everyone looks well::
OPS Capulette says:
::Nods at CSO towards CO::
Host Midshipman Lake says:
::hands the FCO a beverage::
Host CO Sketek says:
All: Especially, I would like to introduce our new CMO, Cmdr. Buchannon.
CNS Jordain says:
CMO: Welcome Commander
CMO Buchannon says:
:: Continues standing placing her med pad on the table:: All: hello there.
OPS Capulette says:
CMO: Welcome Doctor.
Host CO Sketek says:
All: We have been without a permanent doctor for quite a long time so please welcome her as a new member of the crew.
FCO Durron says:
::looks at the "beverage" and shakes his head:: Lake: thank you no. but if you have any coffee...
CTO Senek says:
CMO: Welcome aboard, Commander.
XO Martin says:
::smiles at the new doctor::
FCO Durron says:
::quietly takes a coffee for the midshipman and thanks him::
Host CO Sketek says:
All: We have also received a new crewmember who is actually a rather old crewmember. Mr. Wes Deimon has been assigned as a CEO. However he seems to have run into some obstacle so he hasn't made it here.
OPS Capulette says:
CO: Received a report of some trouble on a transport with contraband goods, perhaps that was his ship and he hasn't been able to report yet, sir.
CTO Senek says:
::Is delighted to hear of the return of his old friend and colleague::
Host CO Sketek says:
OPS: Perhaps. Nevertheless I don't think it's anything serious.
Host CO Sketek says:
All: And now some announcements regarding the current crew.
XO Martin says:
::seems pleased to hear of the return of an old friend::
Host CO Sketek says:
CNS: Mr. Jordaïn, please step forward.
CNS Jordain says:
::gets up and walks towards to Captain.  At attention::
Host CO Sketek says:
CNS: For your excellent service, you are hereby promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. You will get all the privileges and responsibilities of your new rank.
Host CO Sketek says:
::Replaces the hollow pip with a new full pip::
FCO Durron says:
::applauds::
CNS Jordain says:
CO: Thank you Captain ::salutes::
Host CO Sketek says:
CNS: Good work.
CNS Jordain says:
::nods::
XO Martin says:
::claps quietly::
OPS Capulette says:
::Smiles and applauds::
CSO Z’heta says:
::smiles:: CNS: Congratulations, Lieutenant Tal!
CTO Senek says:
::Applauds::
CNS Jordain says:
::also nods at his fellow crewmen::
Host CO Sketek says:
XO: Ms. Martin, please step forward.
CNS Jordain says:
::walks back to his chair and sits down::
XO Martin says:
::raises n eyebrow, but stands and steps forward, at attention::
Host CO Sketek says:
XO: For your long service and dedication for Starfleet and Andromeda, you are hereby promoted to the rank of Commander. You will get all the privileges and responsibilities of your new rank.
XO Martin says:
::blushes a bit, and smiles broadly:: CO: thank you sir
Host CO Sketek says:
::Replaces the hollow pip with a full one::
FCO Durron says:
::applauds::
Host CO Sketek says:
XO: Nice work.
CSO Z’heta says:
::claps and smiles::
OPS Capulette says:
XO: Congratulations, ma'am. ::Smiles and Applauds::
CNS Jordain says:
::applauds::
XO Martin says:
::smiles some more and returns to her seat::
Host Midshipman Lake says:
Action: A transporter beam fills the room and Admiral Law appears with a box
Host CO Sketek says:
::Salutes the admiral::
Host Admiral Law says:
Captain: Please step forward
Host CO Sketek says:
::Steps forward::
FCO Durron says:
::stands us as an admiral is in the room::
CNS Jordain says:
::stands up and greets the Admiral in a proper way::
CTO Senek says:
::Stands at attention::
OPS Capulette says:
::Stands at attention::
CSO Z’heta says:
::stands::
XO Martin says:
::stands at attention::
Host Admiral Law says:
Captain: For Brave and Gallant Leadership against the evils and massacre involving the knife, you are hereby decorated with the StarFleet Distinguished Service Medal
Host CO Sketek says:
Admiral: Thank you, sir.
Host Admiral Law says:
CO: The murders would have continued if it were not for your efforts and those of the crew.  Congratulations ::pins medal on and beams out::
FCO Durron says:
::looks around::
CNS Jordain says:
::applauds::
OPS Capulette says:
::Smiles, Applauds::
FCO Durron says:
All: Three cheers for our CO HIPP HIPP
OPS Capulette says:
Hooray!
CSO Z’heta says:
::joins in the crew saluting his Captain::
CNS Jordain says:
::joins in::
FCO Durron says:
ALL: HIPP HIPP
OPS Capulette says:
All: Hooray!
CTO Senek says:
::Is completely baffled at his cheering crewmembers::
FCO Durron says:
All: HIPP HIPP
CMO Buchannon says:
::raises her Glass:: All: I offer a toast
CNS Jordain says:
ALL: Hooray
XO Martin says:
::smiles:: All:Hooray
OPS Capulette says:
All: HOORAY!
OPS Capulette says:
::Raises milk glass in suit::
FCO Durron says:
::quiets and picks up his mug::
XO Martin says:
::raises her coffee cup::
CSO Z’heta says:
::raises his cup of coffee::
CNS Jordain says:
::raises his earl grey::
CTO Senek says:
::Raises his glass::
CMO Buchannon says:
All: to all the new crew that has come aboard and to the new promotions and the medal that was honoured here today. May this journey be interesting.
CSO Z’heta says:
ALL: hear hear
OPS Capulette says:
All: Here Here.
XO Martin says:
ALL: indeed
FCO Durron says:
All: here here.
CNS Jordain says:
ALL: Here here CSO: as always ::whispers::
CMO Buchannon says:
::brings glass to the centre and takes a sip out of it::
Host CO Sketek says:
All: Lots of good news today! However the duty is calling and we must return to our regular schedule.
OPS Capulette says:
All: Yes, duty calls.
XO Martin says:
::nods her agreement::
CNS Jordain says:
::finishes his earl grey:: ALL: If you will excuse me I will help the CMO to sickbay.  CMO: Ma'am?
Host CO Sketek says:
::Leaves the observation lounge and heads for the bridge::
FCO Durron says:
CMO: good luck ma'am ::nods and exits for the bridge::
OPS Capulette says:
::Heads to the bridge after finishing Milk, Takes a seat at the Operations Console::
CMO Buchannon says:
::finishes her drink:: CNS: yeah
CMO Buchannon says:
FCO: thank
Host ACTD John Sea says:
Action: The work bees finish waxing the Andromeda's hull and move off to other ships
CSO Z’heta says:
XO: You deserved the promotion, Ma'am! I'm very happy for you!
CTO Senek says:
::Leaves the observation lounge and enters the bridge::
CNS Jordain says:
CMO: If you would follow me please :: Enters a TL and waits for the CMO to enter::
FCO Durron says:
::quietly arrives on the bridge and takes his seat humming to himself::
XO Martin says:
::smiles and nods at the CSO:: CSO: thank you ::leaves the OL and takes her place on the bridge::
CMO Buchannon says:
::follows the CNS wondering what’s going on::
OPS Capulette says:
FCO: How are things on your side of the aisle?
CTO Senek says:
::Goes to CO:: CO: Congratulations on your medal. You deserved it.
CSO Z’heta says:
::follows the XO to the bridge and takes the Science Console::
FCO Durron says:
Ops: everything checks out ok over here and you?
OPS Capulette says:
FCO: Still missing the Flight department requests, the interim medic transmitted their requests
CNS Jordain says:
TL: Sickbay  CMO: I'm counsellor Tal'el Jordaïn but you can call me Tal. I'll show you to your office and quarters
Host CO Sketek says:
CTO: Thanks.
Host ACTD John Sea says:
Action: The warp nacelles brilliantly glow with the energies produced by the matter antimatter collisions creating the vast powers which make warp drive possible
CMO Buchannon says:
::slings her bag over her shoulder with her pad in the other hand:: CNS: ok, I hear ya
Host CO Sketek says:
OPS: How is the resupply operation going?
CTO Senek says:
::Looks around the bridge, then goes to the tactical console::
CMO Buchannon says:
::and steps into the TL::
OPS Capulette says:
CO: I transmitted the lists I have, the quartermaster quickly went to work.
CSO Z’heta says:
::types some buttons and looks at what the new sensors read::
FCO Durron says:
::pulls a PADD out of his pack and tosses it into the OPS lap:: OPS: that should keep you busy for now. the second one should be ready tomorrow
OPS Capulette says:
CO: The interim medic transmitted, as well as the interim CEO.
FCO Durron says:
::winks at the ops::
OPS Capulette says:
FCO:  Thank you ::Takes padd::
CNS Jordain says:
::exits Tl and moves towards the Sickbay and enters:: CMO: This is sickbay and your office is next door. The two rooms are connected with a door  ::points::
OPS Capulette says:
CO: I denied the Interim CEO's request for plush velvet carpet through engineering.
OPS Capulette says:
CO: I'll transmit the FCO's list real quick.
Host ACTD John Sea says:
Action: OPS receives confirmation that all supplies are onboard and the docking ring is sealed
CNS Jordain says:
CMO: My office and quarter is next door on the other side encase you need me. The FCO and myself where actually the medical staff here for a long time.
FCO Durron says:
::begins checking things on his console and testing out commands::
OPS Capulette says:
::Transmits FCO's list:: CO: I have confirmation that all supplies are aboard and the docking rings are sealed.
Host CO Sketek says:
OPS: Very good.
CMO Buchannon says:
::nods her head:: CNS: Well at least now you all get a break
Host CO Sketek says:
FCO: Take us out.
FCO Durron says:
CO: acknowledged
OPS Capulette says:
FCO/CO: Station master clears us for departure.
CNS Jordain says:
CMO: It was fun being a doc but when a doc needs a doc then things get ugly.  Well your quarters are one deck below, not hard to find.  Now if you will excuse me I have to arrange things in my office.  ::nods and walks out::
Host ACTD John Sea says:
Action: The Andromeda retracts her moorings and the docking arm slides to the side work bees scurry out of the way of the departing starship as the navigational deflector begins to glow
FCO Durron says:
CO: Navigational deflector coming online now
XO Martin says:
::continues sipping at her coffee as she sits beside the CO::
FCO Durron says:
:: types in commands to move the andromeda out of the starbase at 1/8th impulse::
CSO Z’heta says:
::checks the Long Range Sensors::
OPS Capulette says:
All: Transferring from external support mode to Green Alert.
Host ACTD John Sea says:
Action: The bay doors open revealing the curvature of the blue Earth, the Andromeda glides out of Starbase One and is clear to navigate
CMO Buchannon says:
::throws her bag next to her desk and sits down:: Self: now see how much of a mess I need to organize ::chuckles and turns on the medical computer and begins reading::
FCO Durron says:
XO: we are free and clear plotting course for beta quadrant now.
OPS Capulette says:
::Checks over SIF and IDS in anticipation of the journey that is to come::
FCO Durron says:
::plots a course that will give them time and ability to try out all the newly replaced systems::
CNS Jordain says:
::enters his quarters next to the sickbay and sees that his 2 pets are already there:: Pets: Hi my friends I'm back
Host ACTD John Sea says:
Action: The view screen shows the warp course out of the Earth's solar system to the Klingon Empire
XO Martin says:
FCO: of course, take us out then
FCO Durron says:
XO: acknowledged
FCO Durron says:
::types in commands to accelerate slowly to warp four::
Host ACTD John Sea says:
Action: The Andromeda jumps into warp space in a Technicolor of blazing light
Host CO Sketek says:
FCO: Accelerate to standard cruise speed.
FCO Durron says:
CO: understood Sir.
Host ACTD John Sea says:
"Pause USS Andromeda "Return to Active Duty"