S T A R   T R E K  :  A R C A D I A

"C I R C A D I A N   R H Y T H M S , P A R T  O N E  "

Four weeks have passed since the Synod Sanctum lost its brutal war to the United Federation of Planets, the former compelled by military defeat to sign a conditional peace agreement with the latter.

During the last few weeks, the Risan government sent shockwaves across the Federation directly to halls of power on Earth, having filed a formal petition of censure demanding the immediate disbandment of Arcadia Station operations in the Risa system.

A counter-proposal, issued by the Federation President and later agreed upon by the Risan, formally agreed to the Risan demands within a preset timetable, yet however refused to acknowledge Arcadia being a disruption to the economy and security of Risa.

The decision was then made to have most of the original Arcadia hull decommissioned, the rest to be transferred to a new site yet to be made official. In the meantime, Starfleet has other plans for the senior station officers before the move takes place...

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OPS_LtCmdr_Burton says:
::Sitting at operations reading several daily breifings::

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
::steps off the turbolift into operations::

CMO_LtCmdr_Trilllian says:
::a long wave moves down her tail as she sachés down the row of seats with a duffle bag slung over her shoulder.  Brushes a wayward blonde hair behind her cat ear as she waits impatiently for the vessel to open its doors::

CNS_LtJG_HeiRan says:
TO: Tell me, how are your sisters, Jorn? Did they like their presents? ::walks with Thalataar out of the transport vessel into docking bay.::

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
@::parks his grav-chair by a viewport, his other hand firmly gripping Karri's as they sit back, waiting for the pilot to take them to the station::

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
OPS: Any word on the arrival of our new ship?

TO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::chuckles under his breath::  CNS:  Yes. They were quite pleased to get something from their big brother.  They look up to me so much and yet my father thinks I am some kind of abomination for leaving Tellar.

Ens_Karri_Spanner says:
@::sits with Rome, looking out the viewport:: Rome: I guess I end up back on a station.

OPS_LtCmdr_Burton says:
CO: Just arrived sir.

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
@Spanner: It was all so sudden... you getting nervous, love?

Cmdr_Stricker says:
@::walks up to LtCmdr. Rome and Ens. Spanner::: Rome/Spanner: What's our ETA?

OPS_LtCmdr_Burton says:
CO: Incoming warp signatures, four, all Klingon. Looks like some of our guests have also arrived.

Ens_Karri_Spanner says:
@Rome: Not at all.  ::smiles at Jonathan:: As long as I'm with you, it doesn't matter.

CNS_LtJG_HeiRan says:
::repositions the bag slung over his arm:: TO: I'm still amazed that both of us were assigned to the same post. What got you off the Hayden?

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
OPS: Have your staff transport provisions and crew over, and it needs to be ready to go right away. As soon as you have made the arrangements hail the Senior Staff to meet in Conference Room One here on the command deck. I am heading over there now.

Ens_Karri_Spanner says:
@Stricker:  Not sure, but it shouldn't be long now.

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
@::looks up at the Commander:: Stricker: Sir. We should be arriving in system in a moment.

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
@Pilot: Lieutenant, our ETA?

OPS_LtCmr_Burton says:
CO: Aye sir. ::Starts the preparations::

CMO_LtCmdr_Trilllian says:
@::moves out the door and onto the promenade, glad to get a little more space and heads in the direction...::  Self: Hmmm, and just where am I heading?  ::walks over to a terminal to find the location of the bridge to report in to the captain::

TO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::walks alongside the Counselor out of the docking port.::  CNS:  Ambassador Rose requested my assistance on Cardassia.  In the end, I thought my services would be of better use to the Federation there.  ::Turns over to the Counselor for a moment.::  Did they ever get the lobster smell out of my quarters?

Lt_Thillte says:
@Rome: Dropping out of warp. ETA less than 2 minutes.

Cmdr_Stricker says:
@Spanner: Thank you Ensign. Rome: I'll take the conn for the time being. Once we are ready to dock I'll let you contact the station for our docking permission.

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
@Stricker: Yes sir. ::smiles and nods::

Ens_Karri_Spanner says:
@Stricker: Welcome,sir.

CNS_LtJG_HeiRan says:
::grimaces:: TO: Yes, but not fast enough. Let's not have any more of that, okay? If you want to keep a lobster, there are proper ways of doing so--like a tank, and water! ::grins.:: I guess we should report to the command center?

OPS_LtCmdr_Burton says:
*Stationwide*: All senior staff please report to Conference Room One on the command deck.

Cmdr_Stricker says:
@::walks up to the young pilot sitting at the conn:: Pilot: Good work, son. Stand down and get some rest until further notice.

ACTION: Four Klingon warships arrive near Risa, and approach Arcadia Station, 1 Vor'cha, and 3 K'vorts, with hailing frequencies open.

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
COM: USS Brynhild: This is Captain, Bodine you are cleared to enter the system and beam over your party. Let Operations know if you need anything while your here and we will try and meet your requests. All senior Officer's are to Meeting in the Conference room just off Operations when they arrive.

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
@::holds onto her hand:: Spanner: This is going to be interesting... I still miss my engine room though. ::grins::

Cmdr_Stricker says:
@Rome: Ah, an Engineer I presume? I was once Chief Engineer of the USS Geneva.

CMO_LtCmdr_Trilllian says:
::finds him on the Command Deck and takes off, looking around at the mess of the station, then hears the Captain's comm and checks to see where Conference Room is.  Turns and walks off in the right direction::

OPS_LtCmdr_Burton says:
::answers the Klingon hails::

Ens_Karri_Spanner says:
@::chuckles::; Rome: That will never leave you.

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
@Stricker: Yes sir, since I graduated. ::smiles::

TO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Nods.:: CNS: It would probably be best. We do not want to be tardy on our first day.

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
OPS: Make sure the Klingons are aware that we do not have room for large parties. We can't take on too many guests. The shops are either closed or destroyed.

CIV_Capt_Regnum says:
::walks into the conference room::

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
::heads off to the conference room::

ACTION: Following the Klingon ships are 13 Starfleet vessels lead by the USS Brynhild, an Excelsior refit ship, and all listed and expected from the Starfleet Corps of Engineers.

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
@::smiles at Karri:: Spanner: You think I look of-fputting though? The doc promised the hair would start growing back now, and I should be able to walk in another week or so... just the face reconstruction will take a couple of weeks still.

Cmdr_Stricker says:
@Rome: You know noe that I am working for Star Fleet Command, I still long for those brave days. I must say that being a Chief Engineer in highly rewarding work, long hours and one heck of a ride.

CNS_LtJG_HeiRan says:
::nods, and quickly finds the location of the conference room.:: TO: Right, let's go. ::heads off toward the meeting.::

CMO_LtCmdr_Trilllian says:
::arrives in short time and wishes she could have dropped off the heavy duffle bag before going to a conference. Walks into the Conference Room and stops, her tail moving rhythmically and one ear flicking back::

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
@Stricker: It's the best job, sir. ::grins::

CTO_Ens_Murphy says:
#COM: Arcadia: Arcadia Operations, this is Ensign Murphy, onboard the IKV Pride of Qo'nos. I have orders to report to Captain Bodine as Chief of Security. Could ye please send me yer transporter coodinates?

Flt_Capt_F`Zah says:
#::strokes his aching medial ridge and leans into the viewscreen:: COM: Arcadia: Arcadia this is Captain Chezni F'Zah of the USS Brynhild. We are on sight for the dismantling and repositioning. Acknowledge.

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
@::looks out the viewport and sees the station growing larger::

Ens_Karri_Spanner says:
@Rome: I think you look handsome. Who cares what anyone else thinks. ::smiles and gently touches his face::

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
@::smiles and holds her hand::

TO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::follows the Counselor into the room.  As he walks he gazes around in an attempt to take in the new spacious environment::  CNS: If there's one thing for certain. You'll definitely have your work cut out for you.

Cmdr_Stricker says:
@Rome: I also enjoyed being an FCO because that is in my blood but once I got promoted to CEO, I never wanted to go back.

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
::enters the conference room::

OPS_LtCmdr_Burton says:
*CO*: Sir, the new CTO is arriving aboard one of the Klingon vessels.

CIV_Capt_Regnum says:
::sees the CO enter and nods to his old friend::

CMO_LtCmdr_Trilllian says:
::looks at another arriving officer and notes that this is Captain Bodine::  CO: Captain!

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
*OPS*: Ah, yes Ens. Murphy, just usher her in with everyone else at this point. Thanks.

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
@COM: Arcadia: Arcadia OPS, this is LtCmdr. Rome on the shuttlecraft Geyser, requesting permission to dock.

OPS_LtCmdr_Burton says:
COM: Geyser: Permission granted. Welcome aboard.

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
CIV: Awfully busy around here, isn't it? Where is your dress uniform, Vic. Miss the memo?

CNS_LtJG_HeiRan says:
::walks with Jorn into the Conference room, where they find several already present. He nods to all of them respectfully, smiling:: CO/CIV/CMO: Hello. Counselor Hei Ran, just arrived.

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
@COM: Arcadia: Arcadia OPS, thank you, Arcadia. Commensing docking procedures and transmitting the manifest list. Geyser out.

Cmdr_Stricker says:
@Rome: Good work, Commander. I'll land her in now that we got clearence ::slows to impulse and begin to approach the station::

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
@Stricker: Thank you sir.

Flt_Capt_F`Zah says:
#::decidedly uneasy about the Klingon warships in the system, but it isn't his particular problem:: COM Arcadia: Arcadia, this is Brynhild again. Requesting acknowledgement of our orders.

OPS_LtCmdr_Burton says:
::sends a message to the Klingon vessel requesting the CTO's presence at the meeting::

TO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::nods to the others as well and looks at them all sternly in an effort to make an impression::  CO/CIV/CMO: And I am Ensign Thalataar.

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
CMO: Doctor, welcome to the mad house.

CTO_Ens_Murphy says:
::steps up to her Captain and says her farewells, then grabs her gear and reports to the transporter room to beam over to the station::

Cmdr_Stricker says:
::takes the shuttle into the docking bays; lands and completes the docking procedures::

CMO_LtCmdr_Trilllian says:
::extends her slightly furred hand in greeting::  CO: Mad? ::chuckles and purrs for a second:: Looks like I'll be very busy. I'm Trillian Zeller, by the way.

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
::lays out a pair of small boxes and a number of PADDs at the head of the table::

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
@Karri: Are you ready?

CIV_Capt_Regnum says:
CO: Er, yes, I guess I did ::turns around and leaves to quick change::

OPS_LtCmdr_Burton says:
COM: Brynhild: You are cleared to dock.

TO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::looks over to the Counselor.::  CNS: I wonder if there will be food. Exotic food!

ACTION: The Pride of Qo'nos responds and transports the CTO aboard the station. Meanwhile, the Geyser completes docking inside the station.

CNS_LtJG_HeiRan says:
::gives the TO the 'Shut up!' look, then turns back to the COs, saying nothing more.::

Ens_Karri_Spanner says:
@Rome: As ready as I'll ever be.

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
@::smiles, and activates his grav-chair and turns it around to face the exit::

Cmdr_Stricker says:
@Spanner/Rome: Are you two heading to OPS by any chance?

CTO_Ens_Murphy says:
::finds the nearest crewman and asks where she can find the CO, since she doesn't have her combadge yet::

CIV_Capt_Regnum says:
::reenters the conference room after a few minutes for a quickchange::

TO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Chuckles softly and ruffles his beard a little bit.::

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
::accepts the hand gesture:: CMO: Welcome. It will be good to have a CMO back onboard. With Burton, and myself as former Medical Staff, we were covering but it was hell to keep up with our normal duties and treat the wounded as well.

Ens_Karri_Spanner says:
::checks the computer for recent orders::

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
@Stricker: Yes sir, I believe the Captain is waiting for us there.

Flt_Capt_F`Zah says:
#COM Arcadia: Negative. We did not request docking permission. ::frowns a bit, very much disliking having his schedules disrupted:: We are here for the dismantling of this facility. What is the status of that operation? Who am I speaking to?

CMO_LtCmdr_Trilllian says:
CO: Oh my! Well, it's nice to know there are two other experienced physicians as fellow officers.  I think I can relieve your burden until the actual Chief of Medical reports in.

CTO_Ens_Murphy says:
::takes a turbolift to Level 8 and heads to the Conference Room::

Cmdr_Stricker says:
@Rome: Excellent! Let's go!

Ens_Karri_Spanner says:
Rome/Stricker: Actually, according to this all senior officers are to meet in Conference Room 1.

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
@::smiles, and turns to Karri:: Spanner: Then the Conference room it is. ::activates the chair and starts moving to the back::

Ens_Karri_Spanner says:
::follows Rome::

Cmdr_Stricker says:
@Spanner/Rome: Agreed! ::moves toward the nearest turbolift::

CNS_LtJG_HeiRan says:
::stands patiently waiting, wondering if he had mysteriously turned invisible during the transport--stranger things have happened!::

OPS_LtCmdr_Burton says:
COM: Brynhild: Burton OPS aboard the station. The process is on schedule sir.

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
::leaves the shuttle slowly and sees crewmen scurrying about to get their belongings::

OPS_LtCmdr_Burton says:
COM: Brynhild: You may start on the module sections below the docking area.

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
::follows the Commander to a Turbolift::

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
CMO/CIV: Please find a seat. And thank you for coming.

CTO_Ens_Murphy says:
::walks into the Conference Room, wearing her standard Starfleet gold Tactical uniform, but over this she wears a Klingon warrior's sash with the badges of the House of Korloth and the Klingon Marines on it. In addition to her only bag, she carries a well-worn and scarred Mek'Leth Klingon sword. Cooly looks around the room, then heads for the CO::

CMO_LtCmdr_Trilllian says:
::nods to the Captain and smiles:: CO: Will do, sir.

Ens_Karri_Spanner says:
::readjusts the PADDs she is carrying with hers and Rome's orders on them::

ACTION: The Klingons and the 13 Starfleet SCE ships position themselves around the station, sending away teams and worker bees to begin the long, arduous relocation operation of the station.

CTO_Ens_Murphy says:
::comes to attention:: CO: Ensign Murphy, reporting for duty, Captain.

OPS_LtCmdr_Burton says:
::places a junior OPS officer in charge and heads for the meeting::

CIV_Capt_Regnum says:
::takes his seat::

CMO_LtCmdr_Trilllian says:
::moves a few feet to take a chair and eases down her duffle bag then pulls out the seat far enough to sit on the edge of the chair and not crunch up her fluffy tail::

Cmdr_Stricker says:
::finds a turbolift and enteres it:: TL: OPS!

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
::enters the TL with the Commander and Spanner::

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
CNS/CTO/TO: Hello there. Welcome to Arcadia, well what's left of it.

CTO_Ens_Murphy says:
CO: Thank ye, Sir.

CNS_LtJG_HeiRan says:
::smiles, receiving recognition at last.:: CO: Thank you, sir.

TO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CO: A large gathering of people and no food. Hardly an act of hospitality I dare say. ::hmphs.::

OPS_LtCmdr_Burton says:
::enters the conference room::

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
CTO: I don't have time to introduce you to your staff right now, perhaps later. Security duty supervisors seem to be manageing okay. Heard from Beta shift leader about an hour ago.

CNS_LtJG_HeiRan says:
::jabs Thalataar with his elbow.::

Cmdr_Stricker says:
::steps off of the turbolift and walk into the conference room::

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
CNS: We have not had a Counselor in a good long time... Honestly it is a pleasure.

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
ALL: Please find a seat

CTO_Ens_Murphy says:
CO: Very good, Captain. I'm sure I can find meself my way about. Was there anything ye needed me to work on at the moment?

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
::exits the TL as they reach the deck, and starts moving towards the Conference room::

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
CTO: Negative just have a seat please.

CNS_LtJG_HeiRan says:
::finds a seat.:: CO: Well, I hope my services can be of great use to you, then.

Flt_Capt_F`Zah says:
#::watching the operation, waist deep in status report PADDs when he gets a message from his Mission Ops officer and nods:: ::orders his communication officer to open a channel to the station:: COM Arcadia: This is the USS Brynhild. I'm seeking your commanding officer.

Ens_Karri_Spanner says:
::looks at Stricker:: Stricker: After you Sir.

Cmdr_Stricker says:
Spanner: I insist, after you, my lady.

CIV_Capt_Regnum says:
::thinks "It hasn't been that long since we've had a Counselor on the station", gets lost in his thoughts reminising about the lovely young ensign, Counselor Rose::

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
*OPS*: You coming Kurtis?

TO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::grumbles softly and looks over at Darna.::  CNS: It's true. Oh well... the least they could have offered was a ceremonial mug or something...

CTO_Ens_Murphy says:
CO: Aye, sir. ::walks to a chair and drops her bag, then carefully sits and reverently lays the Mek'Leth across her knees and looks around, listening::

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
::arrives at the door, stops to take a deep breath, then activates the motion sensors and moves his chair through::

CNS_LtJG_HeiRan says:
::mumbles so only Jorn can hear:: TO: What ever happened to that stoic silence of yours? That was nice. You should pick that up again. ::glare.::

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
~~~~CIV: I know I know... but it was a long time from my view.~~~

Ens_Karri_Spanner says:
::follows Rome:: Stricker: Thank you Sir.

CIV_Capt_Regnum says:
~~~CO: Hey, get out of my head. ~~~

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
::moves his chair towards the Captain and nods, then looks over his shoulder at Karri, holding their orders:: CO: Captain, Lieutenant Commander Rome reporting for duty. ::motions for Karri::

TO_Ens_Thalataar says:
CNS: I learned much from the Ambassador.  She felt that I shouldn't hold back as much as I used to.  ::shrugs a little and finds a seat::

Cmdr_Stricker says:
Spanner: The pleasure is all mine ::enters the Conference Room behind Spanner and Rome::

OPS_LtCmdr_Burton says:
CO: Here sir. Takes a seat.

CIV_Capt_Regnum says:
::blushes slightly as he had let his mind wander and let his old friend to see thoughts he shouldn't have seen::

CMO_LtCmdr_Trilllian says:
::turns to Burton::  OPS: The Captain tells me you used to be in medical?

OPS_LtCmdr_Burton says:
CMO: Yes, I was the CMO here before transfering to OPS.

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
ALL: One Moment... ::steps out into the hall and tapps his comm badge:: COM: Brynhild: This is Captain Bodine, how can I assist you?

CMO_LtCmdr_Trilllian says:
OPS: So I'm filling your shoes temporarily. I may have to call on your expertise then if it gets hairy.

Flt_Capt_F`Zah says:
#::almost drops his coffee in surprise at actually getting an answer:: COM: Arcadia: CO: It's about time, Captain. I thought you'd want to know my whole party isn't here yet. We have another element that should be here shortly. One more important to you than to me.

OPS_LtCmdr_Burton says:
CMO: I am sure you skills will be more than enough, however I will offer what assistance that I can.

Cmdr_Stricker says:
::takes a seat in the conference room::

Ens_Karri_Spanner says:
::waits on the CO, holding the PADD's for him::

CMO_LtCmdr_Trilllian says:
OPS: I don't know. This is pretty much a mess around here. I hear we're shipping out, too? Or did I misunderstand?

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
COM: Brynhild: Capt F`Zah: Very well, I will get with you again after my staff meeting. Thank you, Bodine out.

CNS_LtJG_HeiRan says:
::glances around the room, taking in everyone's faces:: Self: This is going to be wonderfully hectic.

TO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::looks out into space as he waits for this meeting to begin::  CNS: You know, I hear that when the holosuites are operational again that there are more programs in the database than there were on the Hayden.

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
::moves back into the conference room and steps up to the front of the table and clears his throat::

OPS_LtCmdr_Burton says:
CMO: It is a distinct possiblility.

CNS_LtJG_HeiRan says:
::raises a devilish eyebrow.:: TO: We'll just have to try them all out, then.

CTO_Ens_Murphy says:
::quietly watches the CO, listening::

CMO_LtCmdr_Trilllian says:
::turns to look at the Captain, seeing he is trying to catch their attention::

Ens_Karri_Spanner says:
::holds the PADDs out for the CO::

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
::sees the Captain returning again, and can just about feel the eyes on everyone on him, due to his current medical condition:: CO: Captain. ::nods::

TO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::crosses his arms over his chest and gives the Captain his attention::

Ens_Karri_Spanner says:
CO: LtCmdr. Jonathan Rome and Ensign Karri Spanner, reporting for duty.  ::hands him the PADDs:: Permission to come aboard, sir?

CSO_Ens_Jeq says:
::thinks that all of this is coming together nicely::

CNS_LtJG_HeiRan says:
::looks at the CO::

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
::he smiles:: Spanner/Rome: Permission granted. Please take a seat. Rome... up here... ::points to a spot near the head of the table::

Ens_Karri_Spanner says:
::nods and goes to take a seat::

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
CO: Yes sir. ::moves his chair forward, and arrives at his place::

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
ALL: Alright, we have a lot to cover so if I could have your attention please.

CSO_Ens_Jeq says:
::sighs and remembers how long and drawn out these things can be...::

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
ALL: Greetings everyone, welcome back from shore leave for those of you who had the pleassure. And for those of you who did not I'm sure Starfleet appriciates your dedication. At any rate welcome to Arcadia.

CMO_LtCmdr_Trilllian says:
::her tail waves casually behind the seat as her ears perk towards Bodine::

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
::places his palms together on the table and gives the whole crew a look over::

CNS_LtJG_HeiRan says:
::crosses his leg::

CTO_Ens_Murphy says:
::listens, attention on the CO, watching and making mental notes, but fingers unconsciously tap on her Mek'Leth as she sits there::

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
ALL: Fourth Fleet and nearly all of Starfleet is glad the last 5 months of heck are over with. I know I am.

Cmdr_Timothy_Stricker says:
::listens to the CO speak::

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
ALL: I'd like to say we will get a chance to settle down but that just won't happen, I'm afraid. Orders just came down, and we are to move Fourth Fleet Operations and Fourth Fleet Headquarters.

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
ALL: We also have orders from Starfleet to check out a call for help from the Metrons.

CMO_LtCmdr_Trilllian says:
::turns to the OPS and winks, then whispers::  OPS: The rumours were right...

CSO_Ens_Jeq says:
::can't say that she's ever met a Metron::

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
ALL: Before I get to much into our orders though, I have a few very important things to cover.

CMO_LtCmdr_Trilllian says:
::turns back to the Captain at mention of the Metrons, very intrigued::

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
CIV: Captain, Regnum could you please join me up here ...

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
::looks up, wondering why the Metrons would contact the Federation now::

CIV_Capt_Regnum says:
::stands up and walks up to the CO::

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
ALL: Attention!

CTO_Ens_Murphy says:
::snaps to attention, Mek'Leth at her side::

TO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::ponders the significance of the Metrons, only remembering bits and pieces of encounters between them and the Federation over the last few centuries.::

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
::snaps to attention::

CNS_LtJG_HeiRan says:
::frowns at all the chatter, paying strict attention to the CO::

CIV_Capt_Regnum says:
::snaps to attention::

Ens_Karri_Spanner says:
::snaps to attention::

CMO_LtCmdr_Trilllian says:
::comes to attention::

CSO_Ens_Jeq says:
::crosses her legs and leans back in her chair, not particularly caring to "snap to attention"::

OPS_LtCmdr_Burton says:
::comes to attention::

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
::opens a box from the table and pulls out a medal:: CIV: Captain Regnum, for your efforts during the Synod Conflict namely the Communication needs of the entire fleet... it is my pleasure to present... On Behalf of Admiral Harlan who could not be here... the Distinguished Service Medal with Combat Cluster.

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
::presents the Medal::

CIV_Capt_Regnum says:
CO: Thank you, sir ::gladly accepts the medal::

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
::smiles:: CIV: Congratulations and thank you.

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
CSO: Ensign Jeq, can you please step forward?

CNS_LtJG_HeiRan says:
::looks dark and unimpressed in the corner.::

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
::nods to Captain Regnum and smiles::

CSO_Ens_Jeq says:
::smiles and stands up::

CTO_Ens_Murphy says:
::stands at stiff attention, looking at the bulkhead in front of her::

CSO_Ens_Jeq says:
::straightens her uniform and steps up to the front::

TO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::looks over to the Counselor, thinking they missed out on something over the last few months::

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
::smiles at the diversity in the crew, Trill, Tellarites...::

CIV_Capt_Regnum says:
::sits back down admiring his medal and watching the CO::

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
CSO: For your efforts during the Synod Conflict, particularly the impressive piloting of the USS Raviraj, it is my pleasure to present you also with the Distinguished Service Medal with Combat Cluster. Congratulations, you have earned it.

CMO_LtCmdr_Trilllian says:
::smiles at those who have gotten awards, thinking about what she had read earlier on what they went through here::

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
::gives the young CSO a smile and a nod::

CSO_Ens_Jeq says:
::smiles and takes the medal, mentally crediting all her skill to Genot:: CO: Thank you, sir.

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
OPS: LtCmdr. Kurtis Jackson Burton, please step up.

OPS_LtCmdr_Burton says:
::snaps to attention and walks forward to the CO::

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
::picks up a PADD :: OPS: Your efforts to get requisitions out to the whole of Fourth Fleet, and your assistance with Command did not go unnoticed. To be entered into your record from this date a Captain's Letter of Commendation for outstanding performance of duties during the Synod War.

OPS_LtCmdr_Burton says:
CO: Thank you sir.

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
ALL: And finally I come to it one last big announcement.

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
::smiles at the OPS officer::

CTO_Ens_Murphy says:
::continues to stand at attention, listening, looking straight ahead, waiting::

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
Rome: Lieutenant Commander, please come forward.

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
::moves his chair back and sideways to face the Captain::

Ens_Karri_Spanner says:
::smiles and winks at Rome::

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
::gives her a small wink back::

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
::smiles:: ALL: I would like to introduce you all to your new friend. Commander Rome has accepted the insane task of being my First Officer, your new XO.

CMO_LtCmdr_Trilllian says:
::applauds and smiles at the new assignment::

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
::offers a hand to the XO::

Cmdr_Stricker says:
::claps for the new XO::

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
::then salues the new XO::

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
::takes the Captain's hand:: CO: A pleasure... I'm sure. ::smiles and grips his hand::

TO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::Nods to the new Executive Officer, not really knowing him yet::

ACTION: One more Starfleet warp signature is detected entering the system, its course having taken it from Sol as its point of origin...

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
::salutes the Captain::

Ens_Karri_Spanner says:
::salutes the new XO::

CNS_LtJG_HeiRan says:
::does nothing, looking bored::

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
OPS: Please find out if our new ride has arrived yet.

Duty_SO says:
::signals the CO from Ops:: *CO*: Captain, we're receiving a signal from an incoming Starfleet ship on a Command priority channel.

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
::looks over the room and smiles at the eager officers::

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
*DutySO*: Patch it into the conference at once.

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
::turns to the mini view screen::

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
COM: Starfleet Vessel: This is Capt. Bodine. We're reading you.

CO_Capt_Eubanks says:
$::an aged 80+ year old face in a captain's uniform appears on the screen:: COM: Arcadia: CO: This is Captain Byron Eubanks of the starship USS Cygnus. Captain Bodine, I presume?

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
COM: Cygnus: CO: That is correct. How can we be of assistance?

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
::looks up at the Captain on the viewscreen and gives him a slight nod of the head::

CO_Capt_Eubanks says:
$::smiles, the wrinkles in his tired old face showing a manner of relief needed for many years:: COM: Arcadia: CO: Captain, I can finally retire now. Command has authorized me to transfer command of this Nova Class starship to you. We've just had it completely refitted to Scout/Escort capability. We're slowing to impulse now.

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
::stands there a few moments::

ACTION: The Cygnus performs a low speed flyby past the view of the conference room so that all senior staff can see the newly overhauled vessel.

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
COM: Cygnus: CO: Captain, this is Lieutenant Commander Rome, we look forward to seeing you. You have clearance to dock.

CMO_LtCmdr_Trilllian says:
::let's out a admiring hiss::  Self: Oooooh. That is one sleek bird! ::her tail waves appreciately::

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
::turns to the Captain:: CO: It's a tough ship, sir. ::smiles::

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
XO: It's a big sensor pallet.

CNS_LtJG_HeiRan says:
::fights a yawn::

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
CO: The time of war is over, sir. ::smiles:: I think you will like her.

Host CO_Capt_Bodine says:
XO: Yes, perhaps.

XO_LtCmdr_Rome says:
::grins:: CO: Trust me.

TO_Ens_Thalataar says:
::grumbles a bit.::  CNS:  Any smaller and we'll all be residing in a shuttlecraft.

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