Star Trek: A Call To Duty
USS Cherokee NCC 61333 SD 10408.22

Produced by Trish Yarborough

Starring
Steve Weller as CO Tio Ayidee
Scott Dorsey as CSO Kevin Nash
Dawn Freeman as aOPS Dawn Tiernen
Mark Haslam as Gul Devar
Tim Schols as CEO Dylan Cedric Pandora
Linda Baus as  CNS T’Lin

Absent
Brandon Mitcham as XO Trent D. Worthington III
Eric Woo as EO Wilson-Illianor

Host SM-Trish says:
USS Cherokee 10408.22 Doppelganger Part 18

Host SM-Trish says:
A question has arisen in the minds of the crew, did Gul Devar poison the CNS or in some way harm her?  That and other questions are up to the crew to find the answers to.

Host SM-Trish says:
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Host CO_Ayidee says:
::In Observation Lounge.::  *Sickbay*: Any update on the Counselor?  Gul: Is there anything else we can do to convince you of the urgency of our mission?  The fleet is getting deeper into your space.

aOPS_Tiernan says:
::on Bridge::

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Sitting in sickbay eating a cracker.  Dr. Phil comes up to her and hands her a PADD with her diagnosis.::  

  Dr._Phil
CNS: I hope this is good news, T'Lin.

CSO_Nash says:
:: Steps out of the TL and heads for his station.:: aOPS: Any luck with finding the source of the jamming?

  Dr._Phil says:
*CO*: I will be dismissing T'Lin in a few minutes.  I have given her something for her nausea and dizziness, and she will be joining you shortly.  She can give you the results.

Gul_Devar says:
::continues to wipe off the remains of the CNS's lunch as he looks at the CO.:: CO: Captain, you have convinced me.  Though I could have done without your CNS's rather...enthusiastic greeting, we are only delayed by this ridiculous quarantine you have imposed.

aOPS_Tiernan says:
CSO:  None yet, Commander.

CEO_Pandora says:
::Sits in engineering, staring at the warp core, having trouble keeping his eyes open::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Gul: It's not ridiculous if whatever happened to her is contagious.  If so, then at least your ship would be ready to resume pursuit.

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Takes the PADD with her.::  Dr. Phil: Thank you, Doctor.  ::Makes her way back to the observation lounge.::

CSO_Nash says:
aOPS: Please send me the frequency patterns and I'll put sensors on the problem.

aOPS_Tiernan says:
CSO:  Yes, Sir.  ::sends the frequency patterns and all relating data as well to the CSO.::   CSO:  I am even including what I have done so far.

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Takes the TL to the OL and enters.  Places the PADD behind her back.::  CO/Gul Devar:  I am back.  I am sorry for the scene a few minutes ago.  I can assure you, Captain, I am not contagious.  And Gul Devar, please accept my sincere apologies for the uh .. mess I made on you.::

Gul_Devar says:
::takes a seat in what would normally be the Captain's Chair...idly picking at lint on his sleeve.:: CO: My ship does not leave without me.   Any word on what petty disease your crewman has?  I would hate to be sick.

CSO_Nash says:
aOPS; Thank you Lt. I'll see what the sensors show. :: Receives the data and frequency patterns and puts the sensors and Science computers to work on them.::

Gul_Devar says:
::nods to the CNS ::  CO: Captain, I have enjoyed your hospitality as much as the next person...but for now...I must return to my ship.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Good to hear you aren’t contagious, but what was the ailment?

CNS_T`Lin says:
CO: Takes the PADD from behind her back.  I guess now is as good a time as any.  I am pregnant.

CNS_T`Lin says:
CO: Hazzard is going to be a dad.

CEO_Pandora says:
::Slowly turns his head to look at the MSD:: Self: I love it when things go right for a change...

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Congratulations are in order, I think.  Gul: Very good, let's get you back to your ship and resume pursuit.

CSO_Nash says:
:: Looks at the patterns that are showing up but decides that even though they are familiar, they are in the wrong order which is confusing. Decides to keep studying them until something resolves itself.::

CNS_T`Lin says:
CO: Thank you, Captain.

Gul_Devar says:
::Sighs and walks to the door...:: CO: Thank you Captain...I want these ...criminals stopped as much as you do.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Gul: Very good, we'll follow you in on your tail then.

CEO_Pandora says:
::Gets up from his seat and starts pacing engineering, to keep himself from falling asleep::

aOPS_Tiernan says:
::begins to run a diagnostic on the Transporter Bio Filter to see if Gul Devar brought over any surprise viral guests::

CSO_Nash says:
:: Flips a few switches on his console that will reorder the pattern. I also run a sweep of this sector of space as a precaution.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Exits OL and enters TR, with Gul Devar in tow.::

Gul_Devar says:
:: stops :: CO: Captain...I would prefer a side by side approach...not that I do not trust you of course...but I don't let anyone get comfortable behind me...just not good tactics.  I will transmit the course data once aboard my ship.

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Follows the Captain into the TR.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Gul: If you insist, just thought it gave you the "escort" position, but either works for me.

Gul_Devar says:
::steps onto the PADD and smiles.  :: CNS: Do give Lieutenant Hazzard my regards on his upcoming fatherhood.

CSO_Nash says:
:: Pulls up a Tactical scan of the area.::

CNS_T`Lin says:
Gul: I hope my ailment did not cause you much pain.

Host SM-Trish ACTION:  The Gul transports back to his ship.  Coordinates are sent to the Cherokee. (Transporter.wav)

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*CSO*: Get ready to get underway, we'll be going in parallel to Devar's vessel.

CSO_Nash says:
*CO*: Aye Captain.

CEO_Pandora says:
::Stops pacing at the Replicator:: Replicator: On large glass of iced water with a slice of lemon..

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Turns and heads for the Bridge.::  CNS: Are you ready to return to duty?

CSO_Nash says:
:: Orders a parallel course to the Cardassian ship and orders the FCO to implement upon the Captain's return to the bridge.::

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  The lights flicker across the CEO's board, flashing briefly to red, then to green.

CNS_T`Lin says:
CO: I am ready, Sir.  The doctor gave me a Hypospray for the dizziness and nausea, so I should be fine.

Gul_Devar says:
:: the transmission is scratchy but the transmission gets through. :: #COM:<USS Cherokee>:  Cherokee this is Gul Devar...we are receiving what appears to be a distress call from one of our colony worlds, several "unidentified ships" are attacking on of our militia stations....it looks like your duplicate is back at work.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Very good.  ::Enters TL and requests Bridge.::

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Follows the CO into the TL.::

CEO_Pandora says:
::Nearly drops his glass as he picks it up, and the MSD systems drop to red for a brief moment:: EO_Jones: Jones, what happened there?

CSO_Nash says:
COM:Gul Devar: Gul we are ready here. Shall we proceed?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Enters Bridge.::  CSO: Are we ready?  We have an imposter to catch.

Gul_Devar says:
#COM: USS Cherokee: Absolutely...proceeding at shall we say...Warp 8?

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Enters the Bridge and takes her seat.::

CSO_Nash says:
CO: Aye Sir. Gul Devar just got a communication from an outpost that is under attack. Standard emmo, sir.

CSO_Nash says:
CO: Gul Devar is ready to proceed at Warp 8.

aEO_Jones says:
CEO: Uhm.. We're investigating it now, sir.... Nothing definite yet.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CSO: Then let's move.  How fast can they go?  Well, his lead, we follow.

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  The board once again flashes red briefly, then back to green.

CNS_T`Lin says:
CO: My guess, Captain, is they are after more weapons.

CEO_Pandora says:
::Sighs:: Jones: Very well, but hurry it up please. I want to know what's wrong with this ship the moment a problem occurs... And they usually start with short blackouts like... ::Sees it flash again:: this...

CSO_Nash says:
:: Goes back to his station to see if his altering of the frequency pattern has turned up anything.::

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  Devar's ship proceeds to warp, knowing the Cherokee will follow.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Aye, or just for effect.  Terrorism is all about striking fear after all.  aFCO: Engage course and keep next to Devar's ship.

aFCO_Backseat says:
CO: Aye sir.  ::Engages Warp and takes position.::

CEO_Pandora says:
*Bridge*: Pandora to bridge... Sir, we're experiencing some, as of yet, unknown problems. We're investigating now... We just have the entire board going all red, and then back green again...

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*CEO*: Understood, see what you can find and keep us informed.  Could it be another attempt to over ride our systems by our foes?

CSO_Nash says:
CO: I have been running frequency pattern analysis on the source of the jamming. So far I have been able to pick up a pattern that changes and then returns. It is familiar, but in the wrong order. It's confusing me now.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CSO/ aOPS:  Can we isolate and contain any incoming transmissions to prevent another control over ride?  Will that work?

CNS_T`Lin says:
CO: Could there be a cloaked ship in the area?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CSO: Wrong order how?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: I'd be surprised if there wasn't.

CEO_Pandora says:
*CO*: Possible, but we don't know enough to exclude anything... I'll get back to it, Pandora out. ::Turns to Jones:: Jones: What can you tell me Jonesy?

CSO_Nash says:
CO: I can set my virus catching program to work with the comm system. Sir, that’s just it. The order is wrong. I'll try manually reconfiguring it.

CSO_Nash says:
aOPS: Virus catcher sent to your station. Implement it to filter the comm channels, Lieutenant.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CSO: Do it.  How far are we from the outpost under attack?

CNS_T`Lin says:
CO: Captain, that virus we had has been contained, has it not?  There were no backdoors to this virus, right?

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  Gul Devar's ship and the Cherokee approach the colony.  Three minutes and they will be in visual range.

aOPS_Tiernan says:
CSO:  Yes, Commander.  ::receives the virus catcher and implements the problems to the comm filters.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Our best minds, and the best minds at the Starbase, said it was cleared.  I have faith in their abilities.

CSO_Nash says:
CO: Aye Captain. ETA 3 minutes to visual.

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  One light on the panel burns red... all the rest are green.

CNS_T`Lin says:
CO: And you do not suppose this is a trap set for us?

CEO_Pandora says:
::Glances at the MSD as it chirps slightly, and notices the red light somewhere on the right, halfway from the top:: Jones: Jones... Have there been any repairs scheduled for the impulse exhaust control systems?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: And what else can we do?  We move in, play it careful, and try and make the trap backfire on them.  It's all we can do.

CSO_Nash says:
:: Toggles another set of switches to change the pattern and waits for the results.::

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  Two ships with basic one nacelle, box shaped with a torpedo launcher on the bottom, it looks like a pre-fab cargo ship but heavily armed, appear on the Cherokee's viewer.

Gul_Devar says:
#COM: USS Cherokee:  Ayidee you take the one on the left...I have the one on the right.

aEO_Jones says:
CEO: No.... At least, not as far as I know... I think we had a team check the back-ups a couple of hours ago, but they reported back already..

CNS_T`Lin says:
CO: Captain, that ship does not look like it is here to greet us.

CSO_Nash says:
:: Runs a scan of the incoming ships.::

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  The two ships turn to fire upon the Cherokee and the Gul's ship,

Host CO_Ayidee says:
aOPS: Confirm we will comply with Devar.  Tactical, attack pattern Alpha 7.  Come in over the top, and prepare for a 180 degree rotation at 20,000 km.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Tactical: And fire when in range, target weapons and propulsion if you get a clean shot.

aOPS_Tiernan says:
::nods to the Captain in acknowledgement of the order:

CEO_Pandora says:
::Nods:: Jones: Very well, I'm gonna check it out.. There's some problem with either of the two. How it causes all other systems to go red briefly and then back to green, I don't know... But the impulse exhaust control seems to be faulty..

aOPS_Tiernan says:
COM: Devar:  Acknowledged, we’ll get the left one, good luck.

Aggressor_Ship says:
#COM: Give it up Feddie...how does your own weapons feel??

Tactical says:
CO: Aye sir.  ::Inputs attack pattern, ready to fire at as soon as they are in range.::

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  The two ships turn to fire on the intruders... the Cherokee splitting to follow one ship, Devar the other.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*All*: All hands, hostile vessels incoming, prepare for combat.

Host SM-Trish  (Red Alert.wav)

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  The lights on the bridge dim to a red glow.  The Cherokee is in pursuit.

CEO_Pandora says:
::Walks towards the big doors when the message from the CO comes through:: Jones: On the other hand, Jonesy, maybe you should take a team up there. Check the systems first, and report your findings, before starting any repairs.... In the mean time, I'm going to shut down all access to main engineering..

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CSO: How sturdy are those ships?  Modification may add firepower, but often that leads to undesirable structural stress, especially under high stress.

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  One torpedo bounces off the Cherokee's shield, causing some crew to go flying across their stations.

CNS_T`Lin says:
::Braces herself in her seat as the ship is rocked from the torpedo.::

Tactical says:
::Returns fire with the lower weapons as the Cherokee comes in high.::

CSO_Nash says:
:: Hangs on as he saw the torpedo incoming.:: CO: Scanning now. I'll let you know once it completes.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Helm: Rotate the ship at 20K, 180 degrees.

Gul_Devar says:
:: The Cardassian Galor swoops in on the other ship, weapons blazing yet no concrete hits as the aggressor ship she pursues seems to dodge every blast...::

CEO_Pandora says:
::Grabs the pool table as the ship rocks slightly. He sees Jones and two other engineers walking through the main doors:: Computer: Computer, set main engineering lock down, authorization, Pandora Gamma Tango three... ::Waits a moment to look around, making sure he has enough personnel there to run things:: .... Enable..

aFCO_Backseat says:
::Rotates the ship, bringing fresh shields to the point of fire, as Tactical engages Dorsal Phasers.::

Gul_Devar says:
ACTION: Devar’s target suddenly stops and climbs...threatening to ram the Gul’s ship.

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  True to the Captain's prediction, the torpedoes of the Cherokee hit the intruders shields, causing structural damage... then a huge fireball flashes in the crew's eyes.

CSO_Nash says:
CO: It appears that your summary was correct, sir. They gave up structural integrity for firepower.

Gul_Devar says:
:: the Gul's target  ship continues to fire, several shots coming close to impacting on the Cherokee before it swerves to the side...narrowly avoiding collision with the Galor Class vessel before suddenly going to warp.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
aFCO: Bring us around, broadside them.  Tactical: Change targets.

aOPS_Tiernan says:
::rerouted power from non essential areas and implements to the shields::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
aOPS: Check with Devar for status before we pursue.

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  The second intruder goes to warp, leaving the Gul with his proverbial "pants down".

aOPS_Tiernan says:
CO:  I just rerouted power from all non-essential areas and implemented more power to the shields::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
aOPS: Very good.

CEO_Pandora says:
::Looks as the blast doors slide in front of the main engineering doors, and all Jeffries tubes leading out of engineering are sealed, save for the one leading to the computer core:: All: Alright folks, you heard the captain.. Let's take battle stations... Damen, monitor shield and weapon status.

Gul_Devar says:
:: the screen flashes back to the bridge of the Galor ..catching Devar in mid rant. #COM: USS Cherokee:  ...you incompetent fool.  How could you miss that target!  I should shoot you righ....:: notices the Cherokee Bridge Crew on his screen.  #COM: USS Cherokee : My apologies Captain Ayidee...my crew is not as experienced as yours.

aOPS_Tiernan says:
CO: Just being cautious considering the area of space we are in.

CEO_Pandora says:
All: Marc, you're in charge of dispatch.. Any teams we're sending out will check in and out with you... Dennis, propulsion, and finally, Jamie, IDF, SIF and life-support...

CNS_T`Lin says:
CO: What about the 2nd Cherokee?  Are we going to pursue this other vessel and leave without the chance of knowing where they are?

CSO_Nash says:
:: Runs a final pattern correction and scans the area around the Cherokee and Devar’s Galor for any signs of disturbances in spatial material.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
COM: Devar: Understood, are you ready to pursue or shall we continue to the threatened outpost?

Gul_Devar says:
#COM: USS Cherokee: No, if we follow the one that escaped he may lead us to where they are hiding.  I will NOT let these rebel pirates escape.  Devar OUT!

Host CO_Ayidee says:
COM: Devar: Understood and concurred, it's a safe bet they are working together.

CNS_T`Lin says:
CO: Or lead us away.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Perhaps, but they have to be based out of somewhere, and I'd bet they are working together.

CNS_T`Lin says:
CO: I do not trust that other ship, Captain.  I think it is luring us away from the real picture here.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: They may be, but they have to be out of somewhere.  Besides, it's not like we can go without escort.

CNS_T`Lin says:
CO: Well what happened to the other Cherokee?  Are our sensors not picking anything up anymore?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CSO: How fast are they going, and can we still track the imposter?

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  Gul Devar sends new coordinates to the Cherokee.

Gul_Devar says:
::Transmits the Cherokee the new course and speed, again...Warp 8. ::

aFCO_Backseat says:
CO: Course coming in and laid in, Warp 8.

CSO_Nash says:
CO: The C2 is gone from sensors, sir. And if I had to hedge a bet, the ship that attacked us is probably going Warp 7.4.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
aOPS: Tell Devar we're ready and will follow his lead.

CEO_Pandora says:
::Looks as his engineers take new positions behind consoles, while he himself walks over to the MSD:: Self: What in heaven's name could have that light up?

aOPS_Tiernan says:
::nods::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
aOPS: And keep an eye on frequencies, let's know if the fleeing ship is talking to anyone.

aOPS_Tiernan says:
COM:  Devar: We are right behind you.

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  Devar warps out, saying nothing to the Cherokee.

aOPS_Tiernan says:
CO:  Of course, I always do.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*CEO*: Any word on what caused the light show down there?

CNS_T`Lin says:
CO: Captain, one more thing that I have been thinking about and it has been bothering me.  I am curious how Gul Devar knew Hazzard's rank was Lieutenant.  I am not sure it has anything to do with what is going on, but I thought it was worth mentioning.

aEO_Jones says:
*CEO*: Jones to Pandora. Sir, we have checked the impulse drive system... All of the systems, subsystems, all the way through to the secondary back-ups, but we haven't found any malfunctions! There shouldn't be a problem with it!

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Good point, but he had time to review the records during the trip over.  Name and rank shouldn't be hard for them to find.  Still, it's worth noting, especially with the poor shooting the Gul’s troops displayed.

CSO_Nash says:
:: Hears the CNS's concerns and pulls up any records he can on Cardassian Gul Devar.::

CEO_Pandora says:
*Jones*: Curious, the light is still red here... Oh well, return to engineering then, call me when you're nearby, so I can unlock the door for you... ::Turns to rest on the console, his head in his hands::

CSO_Nash says:
CO: Already working on it sir. You'll have hard copy in about 5 minutes.

CEO_Pandora says:
::His head still in his hands, he speaks again, this tie to answer the CO's call:: *CO*: Negative captain.. However, if you look at the MSD up there, you might notice a red light shining on the right somewhere... We're trying to trace the problem...

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*CEO*: Understood, what systems are in question?

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  All engineering lights on the bridge are green.

CEO_Pandora says:
*CO*: As you can see, it's the impulse exhaust control... We're not sure why it's on...

CSO_Nash says:
:: Gets the print out and takes it over and hands it to the CO.:: CO: Sir, this is going to be very distressing.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Turns to MSD as looking to grab the PADD.::  CSO: What do we have?  Self: What?  It's green here.  *CEO*: Bridge status board shows everything operating in normal parameters.

CSO_Nash says:
CO: He is ruthless and not to be trusted, sir. And there is mention of a slave labor camp about 20 years ago.

CEO_Pandora says:
::Frowns:: *CO*: Green? But, captain, I'm having a red light here! ::Swings arm to his back, hitting the MSD in the process. He looks around to see what he hit, and the red light is gone:: Captain? The light is gone... I'm not sure what happened...

aOPS_Tiernan says:
::continues to monitor all frequencies::

CSO_Nash says:
CO: There was an investigation and the matter was quickly and mysteriously closed.

CSO_Nash says:
:: Looks to the CO.:: CO: Sir?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CSO: Understood, but most Cardassian Military officers were slavers in one form or another in their career.

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  The Cherokee is approaching a dangerous asteroid field... famous for disabling the best of ships.

CSO_Nash says:
CO: Just be cautious sir.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CSO: With the Cardassians, I always am.

CSO_Nash says:
:: Moves back to his station and pulls up a scan.::

aOPS_Tiernan says:
::has a feeling that things just got worse::

CEO_Pandora says:
::Glances up at the MSD, with a look of confusion in his eyes:: Self: Am I going crazy? OR was there really a problem? ::Sits down in a chair:: *CO*: Captain, are we to remain at battle stations?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*CEO*: Maintain high alert, we're still at red, as I expect we may get visitors at any moment.

CSO_Nash says:
CO: Approaching an asteroid field. This one is on the maps and should be given a wide berth.

CEO_Pandora says:
*CO*: Understood, I have all access points to engineering locked down, just in case we have unfriendly people coming aboard...

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CSO: Understood.  aOPS: Ask Devar to advise on route.

aOPS_Tiernan says:
COM: Devar:  Please advise on the correct route to proceed.

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  The Cardassian ship suddenly drops out of warp, as the Cherokee shoots past them... and what to their wandering eyes should appear, but several ships and the Cherokee 2.

Host SM-Trish says:
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