Arcadia Mission 11005.03
He Was But A Stranger To Himself: Episode 1

starring

Gregory Kleiner as CMO Ensign Christopher Halliwell
Christina Doane as SC Captain Paige Juliet Harker
Jeffrey G. Brown as XO Commander Kraight
Kyle P. Cordek as TO Ensign T'Pring Lenara
Gina Hembrook as CTO Lieutenant Commander Brianna Murphy
Karriaunna Scotti as CNS Commander Azhure Powers
Christopher Dickinson as CSEC Commander Billy Bob Powers, Jr.
Bruce Oriani as CSO Lieutenant Commander Trikk Starr
Mitch Travis as CO Captain Sulek

with

Keith LaHue, Ship Manager

Last time on Arcadia: Arcadia has played host to many cultures, now it will play host to the most difficult audience yet... itself.

=/\==/\=  BEGIN Arcadia Mission 11005.03 : He Was But A Stranger To Himself =/\==/\=
=/\==/\=  Episode 1  =/\==/\=

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: stands on the Arcadia bridge watching as the crew goes about the business of setting for a large conference ::
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
:: Standing watch at Tactical in Station Operations, keeping an eye on the neighborhood with short and long range sensors as the delegation ships arrive and dock ::
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
:: talking to ops, making sure all is in readiness. ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Harker: Most interesting.  I have personally have not ever had to prepare for such a large group.  The logistics of planning make for a most interesting use of both mathematics and personnel.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: in Arcadia Ops Center, taking the opportunity to learn more about station operations ::
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
:: at Science Station mumbling about the uselessness of it all, simply because he doesn't understand it at all ::
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
*Powers*: Harker to Powers, Are the security arrangements complete for the conference?
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
CO: It makes for a right headache is what it does... :: She mutters good-naturedly to the CO. ::
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
:: Then satisfied that OPS has everything ready, leaves him alone to do his job. ::
CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Yelling playfully at one of the junior security officers, he stops midbreath and taps his commbadge ::  *SC*: Things are mostly complete.  Just laying out final assignments.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
*Powers*: Acknowledged, Thank you Commander. Harker out.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
CTO: Anything to be worried over?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Harker: I have asked for such a meeting on a station, but I had not really thought of the difficulty it must place on the staff.  I should say actually I spent no time thinking about it.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
:: She stops. :: CO: You didn't crunch the numbers? I would have thought that would of been one of your first acts.
CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Coughs and clears his throat ::
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
:: She asks curiously. ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Harker: Logic dictated that we hold a meeting so I requested.  It was inconsiderate, I now realize... but at the time there were more pressing needs.
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
SC: Two Akira-class and three Saber-class ships on long range sensors now, Boss. Transponder signals match those we got in the Mission Orders from Starfleet. Nothing to worry about so far, got me eyes open though. :: nods ::
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
:: Nods. :: CO: I see your point. Still nothing to be done but press on. :: She says in her best , Earth British 'stiff upper lip' voice. ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: takes a moment to examine more closely the control layout of the Science station ::
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
CTO: Excellent.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: notes a yeoman who crosses quickly to a secondary station to input more room assignments ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Harker: If I may be of assistance... I would be more than willing to 'crunch' a few numbers.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
:: She smiled. :: CO: If you'd like I believe OPS could use some assistance though many of the arrangements have already been made.
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
:: sets the Science Station on standby, and motions for a duty SO to take over ::
CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Goes back to a personal inspection of the greeting area and surrounding corridors ::
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
CO: It's not my area so much. I came up through the tactical ranks...
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Quietly roaming the stations corridors, her appointment calendar cleared for the day. ::
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
:: starts to leave his station, and formal robes he's wearing get caught on his foot, causing him to trip and roll like a ball down the ramp and into the CO ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Harker: I should think tactically there is little difference.   Except diplomats do not need ground cover or protection.
CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Coughs again, feeling his throat a little sore, wondering if maybe he needs to stop yelling so much at the Arcadian security forces... ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: takes a step back :: Starr: Are you all right, Commander.  :: offers a hand to help him rise ::
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
SC/CO: Negotiations are always easier when ye are packing some serious firepower. Peace through strength, and long life through superior firepower. :: winks ::
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
CO: Who says they don't? :: She says mildly. :: I merely meant others perhaps have an easier time of certain maths then myself.

ACTION: The Federation ships are about 15 minutes from docking

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Harker: The XO is a master as such arrangement.  His control of duty assignment was to say the least quite masterful on the Quirinus.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Murphy: I believe it is called the big stick form of diplomacy
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
:: takes the CO's outstretched hand, pulling himself dizzily up :: :: heavily sarcastic ::  CO: Oh, yea...Well that was fun.
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
SC: Ships will be at station perimeter in about 15 minutes, Boss. I'll alert the Docking Bay. :: sends a note to Spacedock Operations ::
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
CO/XO: Well then if Commander Kraight is willing that would be most helpful.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
Chief Science: Are you alright?
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
CO: Aye Sir, as long as it's a shillelagh, it'll work just fine. :: grins ::
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
CTO: Understood.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Starr: Do you need medical assistance....I will call for some.  :: holds the wobbly CSO steady ::
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
:: walks away staggering like he's drunk, but is really just dizzy, doesn't hear Harker ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
SC: Captain Sulek overstates my abilities somewhat. It was a significant challenge to maintain the duty rosters on the Quirinus. But I'll be happy to look at the manifest if you'd like, Captain Harker.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
XO: Please do. Thank you, with so much going on now... :: She shrugs.. ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: If you would also please compare the dining protocol and room protocol... I believe with such a conference one must be careful.  I recall something about place cards at academy formal functions.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
SC, CO: Of course. Excuse me...   :: finds an unused console and pulls up the room assignments ::
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
:: bumps into a wall and falls down on his rear :: :: screeches at the wall, thinking he bumped into someone :: Why don't you watch where you're going. Bump into me like that. Rude Human!
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
:: stands up ::
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
:: Just looks at the CoSci for a moment. :: CoSci: Are you quite alright Commander?
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
:: As soon as the lead ship is in hailing range Harker orders duty ops to open a channel. ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Starr:  I think you need medical assistance.  *Medical*: Assistance needed on the bridge.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<Barker> SC: Aye
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<Ops_Barker> COM Lead ship:  This is Arcadia.  Please acknowledge.

ACTION: The Akira class ships are asking for final clearance to dock. The Saber class ships will not dock.

CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
:: looking at the "SC_Cpt_Harker" in front of him, but not at the real Harker :: SC_Cpt_Harker: I'm fine. Were you always a twin?"
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<Ops_Barker> SC: The Akira are asking for docking clearance.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
:: blinks down at the CoSci in puzzlement then at the CO. ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Harker: I have called for medical.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
OPS Barker: Send them a welcome message and get them docked please.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
OPS: I would like to talk to the conference head if they are available though.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<Ops Barker> SC: Aye.  COM: Akira ships are cleared for docking at these coordinates and docking stations.  SC Captain Harker requests to discuss with who ever is in charge if possible.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
OPS Barker: The other ships are not docking?

ACTION: The Akira ships begin docking

CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
:: Looks up at "Harker" :: "Harker": :: gruffly :: Kinda rude not to answer someone when they speak to you. I asked if you were always a twin.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
*Powers*: Harker to Powers, ships docking, OPS should have sent you the particulars.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
CoSci: No, Commander, I am not. :: Answered in a puzzled and distracted tone. ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: As she steps off the lift, she smiles and heads toward her husband. ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<Ops_Barker> SC:The Sabers have taken transporter positions.  I do not know why.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
Ops Barker : Find out if you would...
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
:: Keeps monitoring LRS and SRS, keeping an eye on local and sector starship traffic ::
CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Smiles back briefly to Azhure before his commbadge goes off again ::  *SC*: Aye, Captain.  I'll be there shortly.

ACTION: The two ships successfully dock, and personnel of all sorts begin streaming onto the station.

Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
*Powers*: Acknowledged. Harker out.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<Ops_Barker>  COM Conference ship: SC requests why the Saber class ships are not docking?
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
:: Goes to a security station to make sure the arrangements are holding.
CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
CNS: Want to accompany me?
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CSec:  So far things are fairly quiet.  It is interesting that when things occur on a ship, everyone seems to react, but on a station, things out of the ordinary are commonplace... people continue on with their everyday lives.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Nods and follows him ::
CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Tilts his head slightly ::  CNS: Not sure I'd agree with that.  Or maybe the relative levels of "out of the ordinary" aren't as bad here on a stationary target?
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: walks over to Harker ::  SC: I made a few minor adjustments, mostly to stagger meal times.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CSec:  Or people do not feel as involved with everything that is going on around them... at least as long as it does not affect them which most things do not.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
XO: Thank you Commander, for some reason they want to gather to eat and this looks like it will help avoid taxing our systems...
CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
CNS: A lot goes on in a busy port.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
XO: Nicely done... now if only the rest of the conference can go as smoothly...
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
:: closes his eyes as a powerful headache begins and puts a hand out to brace himself and leans against a wall, which just happens to be the real Harker's leg ::
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
XO: Would you get a first aid kit? Medical seems to be a bit behind...
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
:: Looks at the Cosci concerned. :: CoSci: Best you just sit down Commander...
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Medical* This is Sulek... report to Ops immediately.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CSec:  Exactly... and one learns to tune out what they do not need are are not a part of.
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
:: begins to breathe slowly, focusing on the headache and resetting his systems in the process ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
SC: Certainly...   :: locates a kit in a nearby storage locker and begins scanning CSO Starr ::
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
:: Kneels in front of the CoSci as the XO scans him. :: Commander Starr: How many fingers am I holding up? :: Holds up three ::
CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
CNS: Come now.  A shrouded Jem'Hadar isn't going to sneak up behind you here.  We're deep in Federation space.  It's close to secure... not as much goes on here.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<Ops_Barker>  SC: It seems to be a consideration of since they are small they do not wish to take up resources.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: A very flustered and apologetic MO rushes onto the bridge ::
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
<MO_Suture>  :: Gets off the TL and walks over to the assembled crowd :: All: Someone call for a Medic?
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
:: moves out of the way. ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
SC: I'm not showing anything specific...  :: backs off as the MO arrives ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: the MO stands and stares at those she can see on the bridge...when the SC moves... :: All: Right.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CSec:  I would think a lot more things could sneak up on one on a station.
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
:: finishes his meditation and system reset, slowly opening his eyes ::
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
<MO_Suture> :: Kneels next to the CSO and starts scanning with the medical tricorder :: CSO: What seems to be the trouble, Commander?
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
:: see everyone gathered around him :: :: confused :: All: What's everyone looking at me for?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<Ops_Barker> *CSec*: Commander, the captain wishes me to inform you that conference members are also using transporters, and we will need teams to greet them in transporter rooms 1, 2 and 4 as well.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
OPS Barker: Acknowledged, please make sure someone is there to meet the transporting parties.
CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Sighs ::  *OPS*: Barker, inform the Captain that I think it better to have a single point of entry.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
OPS barker: Can we transport them to one location anywhere?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<Ops_Barker> CSec: Understood...I can shunt the transportees to one room only... some of the ships are not docking. is that okay?

ACTION: A loud "BANG!" is heard from a lower decks. Emergency crews run towards the area, as it's obvious a bomb of sorts has gone off

Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
OPS: That's fine. Inform Powers.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CSec:  I could greet those who are transporting in.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
CTO: Please keep an eye on them.
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
SC: Aye Boss.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: looks up in alarm, goes to a console and starts checking internal sensors ::
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
XO: Would you...
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
:: Stops and goes to the console the XO is at ::
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
:: Checks internal sensors as well, prepares to put emergency forcefields and bulkheads in place if needed ::
CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Silences his communications channel ::  CNS: Must be Harker.  Sulek wouldn't question me.  They could easily transport to the docking area.  If you want to greet the transports, that would be fine.  I'll call for some people to back you up.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<Ops_Barker> SC: Report of explosion on lower decks... sending reports to CSec and security teams.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CSec:  Looks like something else is going on... I will attend the guests coming in... have fun checking out station security.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
SC, CO: Sensors show massive damage to decks 22, 23, and 24. We're venting atmosphere. Attempting to engage emergency force fields...
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
:: jumps to his feet and runs to the XO's side :: XO: What's the alarm for?
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: taps several controls ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: With a brief kiss to his cheek, she turns for the nearest lift. ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<Ops_Barker> *Transporter room*: Stop all transport until further notice....
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
SC: Explosion on decks 22 through 24, Boss, sections 45-48... I have emergency bulkheads and forcefields in place.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CSO: Explosion on decks 22 through 24.

ACTION: The forcefields come on just fine.

XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
All: Force fields activated. Atmosphere is contained.
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
XO: On my way. :: takes off on a dead run, to which most see just a blur run past, others just feel wind ::
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
OPS: Put us on lockdown, no one on or off.
CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Sighs, hits the commbadge again and starts issuing orders over the security line; standard operations to scramble additional personnel to highly secure parts of the station, along with large civilian areas, like the Promenade ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<Ops Barker> *Docking*: All ships are on lockdown. Shut down the docking ports.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: As the lift stops she steps off and heads down the corridor to the main transporter room. ::
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
*Powers*: Explosion on decks 22-24, check your readouts and secure that area. Get the damage control teams in there but no one else...
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
All: Numerous casualties reported. Medical teams en route.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<Ops_Barker> *Csec*: SC has called for lock down...no one on or off.
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
*Science Team Alpha*: This is Commander Starr. Assemble on Deck 22 Section 45.
CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
*SC*: Captain, get me a site to site beam-in to the section right outside.
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
<MO_Suture> :: Takes off for the turbolift to respond to the crisis ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
SC: I'll handle that.   *CSec*: Stand by, Commander...
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
*Powers*: Acknowledged. :: Nods to XO. ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: calls up the auxiliary transporter controls ::  *CSec*: Energizing...
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: turns :: Harker: I will meet Powers and security at the explosion site and try to coordinate the evacuation from there.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
CO: You read my mind, Captain. Yes  –  go.
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
*Computer*: Seal off decks 22, 23, and 24 around explosion. Engage emergency forcefields.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: crosses to TL :: Deck 23.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
:: Once again chafes at being trapped in the ops center ::
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
:: Sends the SRU to help secure the area and all Tactical troops to help with the damage control efforts and casualties ::
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
<Computer>: Decks 22, 23, and 24 sealed as specified. Emergency forcefields engaged.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
SC: Commander Powers and his team are on site.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<Ops Barker> SC: Dockmaster reports lock down complete.  No one had disembarked yet.  Those who did transport are confined to transporter room 1.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
XO: Understood.

ACTION: Power fails around the blast area. Shields will fail soon, and no light comes on

CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Materializes in the corridor adjacent to the bombing, turns the corner, and finds the wreckage ::
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
OPS Barker: We'll leave them there for now. We may need to transport them back.
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
SC: Boss, we have a problem. The power grid in the area is about to fail... forcefields are going to drop and lights are out. I'm going to need to put emergency bulkheads in place.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
OPS: Barker make sure all three affected decks have been evac'ed  –  there may be stragglers...
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
SC: Power failure at the blast site. Attempting to reroute EPS...  :: hands move rapidly across the console ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Hides a smile at the slightly harried looking transport operator who is surrounded by people.  She clears her voice to catch their attention. ::

ACTION: The power affected areas are bleeding off heat very quickly

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<Ops_Barker> SC: We may have some 'splainin' to do.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
CTO: Do it. We've still got people in there...
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
:: Drops emergency bulkheads to seal off the area ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
Guests: Welcome aboard Arcadia station.  I am Commander Azhure.  May I escort you to your prepared rooms?
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
<EO_Taser> :: in engineering directing the damage control teams, trying to stop the bleed ::
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
SC: Bulkheads in place.
CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Starts scanning the area with his tricorder and his eyes... the amount of biomatter is staggering ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<OPs_Barker> SC: Reports coming in we've lost power to that section.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
<Transporter Officer Bob> :: Leans over to CNS to whisper about the current situation. ::
CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Starts issuing orders to the technicians on site to cordon off the area, including the decks above and below.  Next, they start to isolate and collect the remnants of the beings now splattered against the walls and ceilings ::
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
*EO_Taser*: Report! We've got power failure; what can you do?
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
:: arrives at site, with Science Team Alpha in tow :: Science Team Alpha: :: pointing :: You three, help engineering get power to this section to maintain those fields. You three go to Deck 24, and you three to deck 23. I'll work up here with the team here. Scan for anything usual or unusual. Report on everything you find out, I don't care how small or trivial.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
*SC*: Working on it, Boss. Teams on en route and I'm doing what I can from here.
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
SC: Boss, I've got reports from Medical saying they have 17 dead and 54 wounded down there, it's a mess.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Nods her head in understanding as she turns to those waiting ::  Guests:  There is a slight problem that needs attending.  One moment please.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
CTO: Undersood.
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
Science Team Alpha: I wanna know what caused this, and I want it 15 minutes ago. Move out!
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
:: :Science Team Alpha disperses as directed>
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
SC: I've got all my Tactical folks helping out as best we can, and SRU has a perimeter up.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
*SC*:  Captain, with your permission, I would like to take our guests to one of the conference rooms so they may at least sit down and relax while waiting for the current situation to be dealt with.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
:: Engineering frantically tries to secure the worse of the damage, damage control teams arrive and begin to do what they can as the decks continue to clear... ::
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
*CNS*: Check with Powers if it's still secure do it.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
CTO: Understood.
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
:: pulls a tricorder and begins scanning ::

=/\==/\= END Mission =/\==/\= 

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