Arcadia Mission 11005.24
He Was But A Stranger To Himself: Episode 3

starring

Christina Doane as SC Captain Paige Juliet Harker
Jeffrey G. Brown as XO Commander Kraight
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: The crew discovered the culprit behind the bombing, a Starfleet botanist named Mary Nixon. Now the question remains, was she acting alone, or was she part of a bigger, more sinister movement?

=/\==/\=  BEGIN Arcadia Mission 11005.24 : He Was But A Stranger To Himself =/\==/\=
=/\==/\=  Episode 3  =/\==/\=

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: finishes up looking through the repairs as engineering now begins installing bulkhead to the missing exterior walls ::
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
:: Looks around for the SC ::
CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Talking quietly with Commander Azhure as they head towards Nixon's quarters ::
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
:: Is walking through the blast area heading to her office to report to Starfleet. ::
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
:: Locates the SC :: SC: Boss, the sector is secure. All vessels accounted for, so I stood down the guns and sent my folks to help with the damage control efforts.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
CTO: Thank you Lt. Commander. We've gone down to yellow alert and I was just on my way to report to Starfleet. I just wish we had more to tell them..
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*OPS*: Bring up Nixon's location trace before the explosion and see if you can tell me what direction she was heading in.
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
SC: Boss, I also wanted to jog yer memory, what with all that's gone on lately. Ye remember that little break I took last year? And the classes I took back at the Academy?
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
CTO: Refresh my memory?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: he begins walking back toward the promenade ::
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
:: Steps onto a turbolift with the CTO as they talk. ::
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
SC: Specifically, Anti-terrorism and Explosive Ordnance Disposal. I thought I might be more useful looking things over here and reviewing security tapes than manning the guns in OPS when no ships are likely to attack, aye?
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
CTO: I expect so, but Powers has point. You have my authorization to offer your assistance, but unless Powers screws up I'm letting him run this his way.
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
SC: I didn't expect anything less, I only wanted yer OK before I offered my help. I dinna want to step on toes here. There's enough work for everyone.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
CTO: CoSci is helping analyze the compound and CNS is also assisting. This has top priority  –  the more we can focus on this the better. We just need to run this swiftly and efficiently. I want this sorted.
CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: As they arrive at the designated quarters, Bill enters a security code to override the locking mechanism on the door, which obediently parts to allow him entrance ::

ACTION: A communication comes in from colony 232 that three of their heavily populated areas were simultaneously bombed, resulting in about 324 dead, over 1000 wounded

CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
SC: Well, I'd be happy to look over the remains of the device and area fer clues, or I can start tracking things down as far as relationships and possible group connections. Where would ye like me?
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
:: Arrives in the Ops Center with the CTO. ::
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
CTO: Check with Powers on where he needs you but we've got people on the bomb so I expect he'll want the other  –  but best to check.
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
SC: Aye aye Boss.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
:: Nods and has OPS send a preliminary report to Starfleet then gets the message about the multiple bombings. ::
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
:: With a sigh has OPS send the information to all senior staff. ::
CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Azhure begins to inspect the room in a manner only she can while Bill heads straight for the computer terminal ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: arrives in the promenade ::
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
:: taps commbadge :: *CSec*: Murphy to Powers, the Station Commander has cleared me from Tactical and I'm ready to assist yer investigation. I have training in Counterterrorism and Explosive Ordnance disposal within the last year, so how would ye like me to assist?
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
:: leaving OPS in the hands of a duty officer, goes to her office to review Mary Nixon's personnel record. After getting reports that things are going well and no new traces have been found... ::
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
:: Is puzzled even the busiest and least introspective personnel file a personal log at some point, but in six months Nixon left none... ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Powers*: I need an opinion as to whether we are secure enough to allow the colonists aboard?
CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Looks up from his review of the computer records ::  *CTO*: Murphy.  Let's see.... Commander Azhure and I are inspecting Nixon's quarters right now.  There was a sensor blackout minutes before the explosion; see if you can trace either the explosives before that blackout, or Nixon's actions.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
:: Though expecting he already knows, she passes this info on to Powers and Sulek. ::
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
*CSec*: Aye Sir, I'll head to the Security office and review the surveillance tapes and sensor  and maintenance logs and try to get ye some answers.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
:: Mutters to self :: Self: I hate sleeper agents...
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
:: Takes the turbolift to the Security Office ::
CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Taps his commbadge several times to switch the channels ::  *CO*: Captain... well.  The station is no less secure than it was before, I would guess.  They're at risk all the time anyway.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: he looks around :: *Harker*: We might consider a full station sensor sweep for other cobalt  or non-Federation explosives.
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
:: Sees a message coming across the PADD :: *CSec*: Commander, did ye see the latest memo? I think I might want to speak to those folks on the Colony and compare notes and maybe see if they have any data on dissident groups as I get started, eh?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Harker*: The CSec believes that the colonists are in no more danger now than before their arrival.  We may also let them disembark to station.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
*Sulek*: It's been done... no traces found.
CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Looks up again ::  *CTO*: No, I haven't been near a console lately...
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Harker*: Understood.
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
*CSec*: Message refers to multiple bombings on the colony world, lots of dead and wounded, multiple attack points. Seems to me they brought their local troubles with them. I'd like to check it out, aye?
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
*Sulek*: Understood about the colonists, but I'd like to know how the device got on board. I'd like to be reasonable sure we've closed the gap before allowing more people on board...
CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
*CTO*: Similarities could reveal additional connections that we've failed to discover so far.  Maybe check what material their bombs used.
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
*CSec*: I'll contact their Security folks and get all they have on the current batch of bombings and any backstory. I'll let ye know what I find, Sir. Murphy out.
CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Changes the channel again on his commbadge ::  *SC/CO*: Captains?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Harker*: Agreed.  Nixon would either had to have it smuggled to her or left the station recently to get the material.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: in OPS, checking the force field integrity ::
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
:: Enters the Security Office and gets a secure channel to the Colony to begin talking to their Security folks about the bombings and any terrorist groups they might be dealing with, or any political troubles ::
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
*CO*: Is anyone free to look into how it got on board?
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
*Powers*: Harker here.
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
:: Pulls up the station sensor logs and security tapes as she waits and begins looking for the cause of the internal sensor blackout before the bombing ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Harker*: There is also the element of why such a volatile material would not have been picked up by entry scans or in transport.  It could mean that she had help... someone with the ability to disable said… I am free at the moment, Captain.

ACTION: The colony is calling again, asking for assistance

CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
*CO/SC*: Something interesting about the computer in Nixon's quarters.  Initial scans indicate there's been no logs recorded for the past six months...
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
*CO*: Then by all means, work with Powers but I need to know how that got on board...
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
:: Answers the Colony hail, since it was the people she needs to contact anyway ::
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
*Powers*: I thought that rather odd, so she was a plant from the beginning then...
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Powers*: Shouldn't duty officers have noted that no logs had been recorded?
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
COM: Colony: Colony 232, this is Starbase 101, go ahead with your emergency traffic, over.
Host SM_Keith says:
*COM* Arcadia: We need medical personnel - and body bags - anything and everything. Call Starfleet and tell them we are in a state of war! :: obvious emotional reaction to the bombings on the planet ::
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
*Powers/CO*: I believe he means personal logs only. Duty logs should be there.
CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
*SC/CO*: You are right, Captain Sulek.  There are duty logs filed.  But there are no personal entries filed.
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
COM: Colony: Understood. I'll forward your request to Starfleet and any starships in the area.   :: forwards the messages ::   Can ye elaborate on yer state of war please? We just had a bomb here on the station, and we think it was aimed at yer delegation.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Harker*: Did Nixon have family?  Perhaps we should verify her academy record and the person herself.
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
:: Sends text message to the SC to monitor the conversation with the Colony and notes the messages have already been forwarded as requested ::
Host SM_Keith says:
<Colony 232> COM Arcadia: We uncertain as to why this is happening... we're simple terraformers... we have no idea why anyone would want to attack us.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: checks the internal security grid ::
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
COM: Colony: Understood. If ye could, take some scans of the area where the bombs went off and send us the results to compare. Also, I'd like copies of any security incidents like unrest, protests, or labor disputes ye've had recently. Might give us some clues.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: he heads to the turbolift and then OPS ::
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
*CO*: Can you come to my office, we've just received an request for assistance from Colony 232...
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
*CO/Powers*: And yes we verify every step of her life.
Host SM_Keith says:
<Colony 232> COM: Arcadia: We'll do our best.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Harker* On my way.  :: he arrives on the bridge, crosses platform to office, and presses the chime ::
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
CO: Enter.
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
COM: Colony: We'll do our best to get help to ye as soon as we can. For now, hang in there and know the cavalry is on the way. I'll keep ye updated on things and let ye know if I discover anything interesting.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: he enters :: Harker: Then if a request for aid has been made, the Quirinus would be the closest Federation vessel, until other ships can arrive.  At the moment, there are no other ships in the area.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
CO: That's what I was afraid of. The requests have been forward to Starfleet but it will take time for others to arrive.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
CO: I hate to divide up but I'm not sure it can be avoided...

ACTION: The CTO begins receiving sensor telemetry, spotty at times, with gaps.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Harker: It is why the Quirinus was assigned to the station.  We can also defend the colony as needed, too.

ACTION: Starfleet responds, agreeing to send ships as soon as possible

Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
:: Nods :: CO: Who will you need?
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
:: Starts to dig through the data looking for clues or familiar traces :: *CSec*: Commander Powers, I got data from the colony bombings, seems they used similar devices, also tricobalt. We have a starting point. I've asked them to send us any data on recent unrest in the colony as well. I'm pretty sure these bombings are related.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Harker: I will take emergency medical, CTO and the XO.  We can be supplied and underway within the hour.
CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Sighs, then again realizes emotions do not carry well over a voice channel ::  *CTO*: Shared motive, then.  Coordinated, probably...
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
:: Texts a preliminary copy of the colony results to the SC and CO ::
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
*CSec*: That's what I'm thinkin' too. I'll keep ye posted. Murphy out.
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
CO: Best get moving then, inform the others and let the Colony know you are on your way. We need to end this..
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Harker: Then we will get ready.  :: he crosses to the office door and enters OPS ::
Host SC_Cpt_Harker says:
:: Stands with a sigh and follows. ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Emergency medical and rescue to the Quirinus.  We will need to be fully set up and underway within the hour.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Murphy: Take your place at tactical on the Quirinus.  We are going on a field trip.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Understood, Captain.  :: contacts the Quirinus and begins coordinating preparations ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Kraight*: I will head over as soon as supplies are set.  You will join me on the bridge.
CTO_LtCmdr_Murphy says:
*CO*: I'll be there shortly Captain, as soon as I download some data to look at on the trip.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*TR*: Direct beam to Quirinus.  Energize.  *Murphy*: Understood.

ACTION: On long range sensors, a signal familiar to some is picked up. It is the Lyrans, on course for Arcadia.

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

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