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Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Resume USS Andromeda Fleetwide "Sanctum" Part Four 10609.03
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Scene: The Signing of the Treaty has taken place and the Andromeda has received orders to tour Amenti space and observe some of the Amenti worlds
FCO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::sitting at the helm, gliding the Andromeda through Amenti space.::
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
FCO: Plot a course with fly-bys of some core systems.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
:: Taking a turbolift ::
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
*CMO*: Ensign Fielding to sickbay.
FCO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Nods:: CO: Aye aye captain. ::Begins to tap his console.::
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Down in sickbay, working through some files.::
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Scene: The Ships from the signing are begining to move off
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Looks up at the call:: *CSO*: Our CMO has been reassigned.  We are awaiting the assignment of another.  Can I help you?
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
CO: Most of the ships that came to witness the signing of the treaty are leaving the system. We'll have a little less trouble with frightened civilians from now on.
Dirk_Pitt says:
::Still walking on the bridge and occasionally walks over to one of the officers to check if there is anything new to report. He is currently looking over the CTO's shoulder.::
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
CTO: Excellent.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
<edit> First line
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
FCO: Engage and maintain speed that fits with the local traffic and regulations.
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Action: Communications over Starfleet channels have reported the presence of the Synod warship however Starfleet is pleased that the signing was successful and no security issues arose
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
*CIV*: Apoligies, I wasn't aware of this. I'll miss them. I'm currently headed towards sickbay, i've some tests to run. With your permission i'd like to conduct them now?
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Action: The Andromeda enters warp space escorted by an Amenti heavy cruiser, the Amenti space is now part of Federation space
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Curios::  CSO: What tests do you wish to conduct in sickbay?
FCO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Hits a few buttons:: CO: Aye aye captain!
FCO_LtJG_Nelson says:
<edit before last action>
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
<add ** to CSO>
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
*CIV*: My apoligies for being so brief, basic internal sensor tests. We've been having some problems in some departments. Sickbay especially, your next on my list.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
*CSO*: Interesting.  I had not noticed anything.  By all means... do whatever it is you need to do.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
*CIV*: Appriciated, Fielding out.
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Action: Days pass as the Andromeda enters deeper into Amenti space
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
:: Steps out of turbolift and proceeds towards Sickbay ::
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
::Spends his days looking for mysterious ships on the edge of sensor range::
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
<edit> remove last line.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Finished with catching up the general physicals, begins to look through the senior staffs.::
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
:: Exits turbolift and heads towards bridge station ::
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
 ::Logs in and begins work ::
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Action: The CTO's panel perimeter alert lights up, there is a large moon on the far side of a class M planet brisling with weapons, it bears the signature of the Amenti
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Scene: The Andromeda is a full three days into Amenti space
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
:: Hears the beep and looks over at the CTO, curiously ::
FCO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Still at the helm, flying the Andromeda::
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
 :: Focuses sensors on surrounding establishments and planets, curious as to what has sparked the CTO's attention ::
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
::Takes a look at tactical:: CTO: What is it?
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
CO: The Amenti have a significant military presence in this system. One of the moons here has an extremely large military installation on it.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
:: Notices the information on sensors and reads into the installation ::
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Knowing full well the command staff or more along the line 'when there is nothing else going on' in getting a physical, she goes ahead and sets up dates, sending them out.::
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Action: There are two thousand ship in orbit of this moon
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
self: Wow, look at them all.
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
FCO: Enter the orbit of the moon.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
CO: Captain, have you seen the number of vessels in standard orbit of the moon.
FCO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Looks at the captain and nods.:: FCO: Sure cap, I'll try to find a hole to park her.
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
CSO: Do passive scans of the system. No hostile scans.
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
CSO: Well, I see that there are a lot.
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Action: The ships appear to have a sensor scattering technology which makes targeting next to impossible
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
CO: I'm surprised if that isn't the majority of the Amenti fleet. There are about two thousand ships here.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
CO: Captain, i'm having trouble resolving details on these vessels. It appears that a scattering technology is being used. Trying to resolve sensor images.
Dirk_Pitt says:
::Still on the bridge and walks over to the CTO again, hoping to catch a glimps of information.::
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Political Note: It is becoming obvious now that one of the main reasons the Federation wanted to admit the Amenti is to receive the military might which was lost in the Dominion Wars
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
*CIV* Your presence is requested on the bridge.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
*CO*: Acknowleged...
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
CTO: Those ships, are they more or less advanced than ordinary Federation ships?
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
CO: Captain, confirming 3 primary vessel types. Noted as heavy cruisers, fighters and a few captail ships. They are very heavily armed.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
CO: The surface of the moon appears to have some sort of surface to air missile systems.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
CTO: Tactical, can you confirm that?
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Ordering Dr. Brahms to come and take over sickbay, she leaves the area, curious to why she was needed on the bridge.::
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
::Nods at the CSO:: CSO: Confirmed.
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
CSO: Interesting. This is an extremely large fleet.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
CO: You said it.
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Action: Five thousand Heavy armor tanks detected in formation on the far side of the moon accompanied by infantry
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Action: The base has been awaiting the Andromeda and greetings and friendship messages are coming in
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: As she steps into the nearest lift, she orders it to the bridge.::
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
CO: Captain, passive scans are completed.
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
CSO: You may do active scans too.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
CO: Initiating active scans, standby for resolutions.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: As the lift stops, she steps onto the bridge and a quick glance has her moving towards the captain.::  CO: Sir?
Dirk_Pitt says:
::Starts making notes.:: CTO: I'm sorry ::checks the CTO's collar:: Commander... why do you believe the Amenti have a moon, armed like this?
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
::Is a bit startled by the reporter::
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
CO: Confirming previous scans and also military information Captain. It appears that this particular installation is home to 5,000 armoured tanks and over 10 million infantry.
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
CIV: Lieutenant, take a look at this. ::Shows the military base on the main screen::
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
Pitt: It's quite obvious that they have gathered most of their military here for show purposes.
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
CSO: Very detailed information, good.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Turns to look at the information.::
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
:: Smiles to self ::
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
CO: It seems that the addition of the Amenti will strengthen the Federations military quite a lot.
Dirk_Pitt says:
::nods:: CTO: Ah... so this is the... only moon that is armed like this, or do you suspect we find more of these? ::makes notes as he asked that question.::
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
CO: Interestingly enough captain, the vessels surrounding the moon all have scattering technology, phaser locks are nearby impossible.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
CO: The moon also holds shield systems that are capable of erecting shields around the entire moon.
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
CIV: This is almost like a military festival. They are showing off their power here, yet no one we know was really invited.
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
Pitt: If there were more garrisons of similar caliber, it would mean that the Amenti are either a warlike people or a major power in the quadrant. Neither is true.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
CO: Transporter technologies are also actively in use on the surface and in the surronding vessels. Weapon wise its indicated that beam weapons and photon torpedo technologies are in use sir.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Nods her head:: CO: Regretable in some ways but true.  What you are seeing is basically a standard base.  And yea... it looks very much like a festival.  Your inference is sound.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
CO: Reporting scans completed.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
:: Sits back as information clears from monitor ::
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
CSO: How far is the Synod space from here? How far goes the border go?
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
<Captains Eyes Only> It is not common knowledge but is secret that the Federation took extensive losses in the Dominion War , more than what was reported
Adm_Stolgins says:
@ :: Nods proudly to his attaché as he watches the arrival of the Federation vessel.::
Dirk_Pitt says:
::Feels an opportunity here and looks up from his PADD:: CTO: Interesting... then answer me this commander. Why was the Federation so interested and protective when the Amenti had to sign?
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
::Sees the information and won't bring it up::
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Action: Incoming transmission from an Amenti Admiral
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
CO: Scans conclude that the Synod border is very close Captain, it borders on Amenti space - technically now federation space.
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
Pitt: I don't know what you're talking about, but it is quite obvious, I think, that the military power of the Amenti is a point of interest to the Federation.
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
CSO: I see.
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Action: An Amenti Battleship passes by in friendship, several formations of fighters greet the Andromeda
FCO_LtJG_Nelson says:
FCO: Captain, we have an incomming transmission. Should I put it on the viewscreen?
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Hearing the CTO, cannot help but think 'more then they know'::
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
:: Takes a look over towards the viewscreen. ::
Dirk_Pitt says:
CTO: Merely for its technology or its size? ::Makes notes again.::
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
CTO: See if any of the ships have been damaged in battle. Try to look for recent repairs too.
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
FCO: Yes.
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
CO: Aye, sir.
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
Pitt: If you'll excuse me...
Adm_Stolgins says:
@ :: Looks questioningly at his comm officer.::
FCO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Transfers the transmission onto the viewscreen.:: CO: On screen sir.
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
::Goes through the data from the previous scans and tries to find any evidence of battle damage::
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
:: watches viewscreen ::
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Looks up at the screen::
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
COMM: This is Captain Sketek of Federation starship Andromeda.
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
::Works on interpreting the sensor data a bit longer than needed, hoping to get the reporter off him::
Dirk_Pitt says:
::Steps aside.:: CTO: Not at all commander. ::finishes his notes and looks over the bridge for another victim.::
Adm_Stolgins says:
@ ::smiles:: COMM: Welcome captain, welcome.  I am Admiral Stogins.  I hear that all went well with the signing.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
:: Receives log information that the Amenti are not fond of the Synod and have in the past exchanged skirmishes ::
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
::Finishes with the data and turns his attention to the screen::
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
COMM: Yes, we are now allies.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
:: Not wanting to disturb the Captain's call transfers information to the CO's data screen at the Captain's chair ::
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
COMM: We diverted our course when we saw this military base. I must say that I am impressed in all respects.
Adm_Stolgins says:
@ :: Nods and waves his arm outward proudly::  CO: Impressive, would you not say?  I am informed you are the 4th Fleets Flagship.  That is impressive in itself.  What do I owe this honor to?
Adm_Stolgins says:
<Put adm before captain>
Adm_Stolgins says:
@ COMM: Would you care to take a look around?
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
COMM: Yes, we would certainly like that.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
CTO: ::whispers:: Hey, have you found any information between the Synod and the Amenti. Take a look at this.
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
::Reads a bit background on the relationship between the Amenti and the Synod::
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Quietly stands to the side, waiting to be dismissed, still uncertain why the captain called her to the bridge.::
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Scene: An Amenti trade convoy arrives with an escort, to get fuel
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
:: Transfers recently discovered records regarding the skirmishes to tactical ::
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
:: Notes arrival of trading convoy on sensors. ::
Adm_Stolgins says:
@ COMM: *CO*: Excellent.  I have a team putting a reception together as we speak.  We have all been looking forward for a reason to cellebrate this new beginning.
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
::Silently:: CSO: I was just looking into that. It appears that they have a long history of mutual hatred.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Coughs at the admirals comment but says nothing.::
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
::whispers:: CTO: That does not at all suprise me, these records are bad. Transfer your findings over here please.
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
*Shipwide* The entire senior crew will attend a visit to the Amenti base.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
self: wonderful... ::frowns sarcastically in opposite direction to Captain::
Dirk_Pitt says:
::Hears the message and wonders if he is allowed to come as well.::
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
::Whispers:: CSO: It's all in the history books of the Amenti.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
:: Hearing the CTO, begins to look up a different section of Amenti history. ::
Adm_Stolgins says:
@ COMM: *CO*: I will have my attaché send you the coordinates.  We should be ready for you in about 30 clicks.
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
COMM: Excellent. We will be there on time.
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
FCO: Make sure we receive the coordinates.
Adm_Stolgins says:
@ :: With a smile, nods and has his officer end the COMM::
FCO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::nods:: CO: Aye captain, I have the comm still open. Sounds like fun down there. ::smiles::
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
CO: There's something we should discuss before going there. ::Points to the Captain's lounge::
Adm_Stolgins says:
@ Drondin: Keep an eye on things... I need to change into my formal wear... :: which would include many impressive medals.::
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
CO: Sir, if you no longer need me, I will return to sickbay.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
:: Feels so intrigued by the obvious gesture from the CTO. Wishes he knew what the CTO's problem was::
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
COMM: Andromeda out. FCO: Close the line.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
CIV: Lieutenant, I have yet to have my full physical. When can you accomodate me?
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
CIV: Fine. Dismissed from the bridge.
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
FCO: You have the bridge. ::Goes to Captain's lounge::
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
::Follows the captain and enters the lounge::
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
::Waits for the door to close::
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
CSO: Whenever you have the opportunity.  Senior staff have priority in the time slots right now.
FCO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Taps a few more buttons:: CO: Closed sir. ::Sees the viewscreen display the thousands of ships again and starts to gaze at them. Then hears the captain.:: CO: Aye sir!
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
::Sees the doors close:: CTO: What is it?
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
CIV: Appriciated, i'll let you know. Thank you.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Thankful for the escape from the bridge, not a fan of ceremonies by a long shot, she gives the CSO a nod and turns to leave.::
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
CO: Mostly I just wanted to get some privacy from the media.. there's some history of the Amenti that you should know of before we meet them.
FCO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Gets up from his console and walks towards the centre chair.::
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
CO: They have a long history of hatred and constant border skirmishes with the nearby Synod.
Dirk_Pitt says:
::Moves a little closer to the FCO:: FCO: Sir? Care to answer a few questions?
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
CTO: Yes, I am aware of that.
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
CO: And now the signing of the treaty means that Synod territory is completely surrounded by the Federation.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
:: Wonders if the CTO is discussing the recent discoveries. ::
Adm_Stolgins is now known as NightWind.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
:: Begins humming a tune to self in attempt to eliveate boredom ::
FCO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Before he could actually sit down in the big chair, he notices the reporter.:: Pitt: What would you like the know?
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
CTO: Completely surrounded? Well, that might create some diplomatical problems.
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
CO: Indeed. We'll have to be quite careful with respect to the local sensibilities.
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
CTO: Yes, I understand.
Dirk_Pitt says:
FCO: I was wondering... could I go with you down to that moon? Perhaps to just have a look around with you people? ::Does not wait for an answer.:: I'll stay quiet, I promise. I will touch nothing.
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
CO: And if I understand correctly, the Federation has been quite eager to sign the treaty to gain access to the Amenti military. The Synod might see that as a hostile intention towards them, since they have bad experiences with it.
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
CTO: I didn't think of it that way but what you say makes sense.
FCO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Grins:: Pitt: I am not the right person to ask that, you know that as well as I do. Best wait for the captain to return and ask him instead. I am pretty certain he is able to arrange something, if he believes you are allowed to come.
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
CO: That the Synod seem to be overly cautious, perhaps even paranoid, certainly doesn't help the situation.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: As the lift deposits her near sickbay, she turns to the right instead and heads for one of the labs to check on an experiment.::
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
CO: And what's more, we probably aren't completely up on the intentions of the Amenti.
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
CTO: Neverthless, we are not dealing with the Synod people here.
FCO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Looks over to the CSO:: CSO: Tell me Ensign... anything on sensors at all?
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
:: Wishes for the comforts of his quarters. A long day shift still looms ::
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
CSO: Bear with me Lieutenant.
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
CO: Not directly, but the Amenti have constant contact with them at their borders and we shouldn't give them wrong impressions.
Dirk_Pitt says:
::Feels like he is being ignored and moves over to the back of the bridge, quietly making notes... as trying to annoy a few people.::
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
:: Excited by being asked to check sensors. Begins scans ::
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
CTO: I understand that trust is not born out of agreements but we need to give them a certain level of trust here anyway.
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Action: A transport has broken off from the trade convoy and is being chased by Amenti fighters
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
FCO: Lieutenant, it appears a transport has broken away from the convoy. Amenti fighters are chasing.
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
CO: I'm not saying we shouldn't trust them. I'm saying that we shouldn't support their military actions against the Synod.
FCO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Looks surprised.:: CSO: Scan the transport and see if you can find out why the fighters are chasing it. ::He then looks at the viewscreen.:: *CO*: Captain. We have a transport on the run, followed by Amenti fighters.
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
CTO: We need to consult Federation and Starfleet if we make diplomatical statements. Here we are glad to be so close to them that it's actually feasible.
Host CO_Capt_Sketek says:
*FCO* Understood. I'll be on the bridge in a second.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Entering her lab, she frowns at what greets her.::
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Pause USS Andromeda Fleetwide "Sanctum" Part Four 10609.03