Host TomG says:
Last week, the crew almost incurred the wraith of Admiral Capella.  Will they actually accomplish that this week?
Host TomG says:
Will they be hung out to try and face a firing squad at the hands of Zachary Marshall and the Tribunal?
Host TomG says:
Only time will tell as we rejoin the valiant crew as they reenter the courtroom...
Host TomG says:
<< BEGIN CLAYMORE EPISODE 79 - "BROKEN PROMISES, PART 2" >>
XO_Cdr_Skywise says:
::Stands with the rest of the crew waiting to be ushered into the courtroom::
Zachary_Marshall says:
::rocks gently in his chair behind the prosecution desk, waiting for the priso... defendants to be brought in::
OPS_LT_Sorvik says:
::Stands waiting to enter the courtroom.::
CSO_Ensign_Kar says:
::looks around, punching her left fist into her right hand repetitiously::
CTO-Lt-Mark-Anthony says:
::Mark stops at the doorway looking around the court room watching his fellow officers file in a take there seats. He has made his decision::
CMO_Lt_Endo says:
::Wearing his itchy uniform again, tapping his foot impatiently as he waits to enter::
Aide_Diana says:
::enters the room and walks to the prosecutor's desk, placing her PADDs on it with a soft clutter::
MO_Lt_Hunter says:
::looks over at Malai punching her hands:: SO: You ok there?
FCO_LtJg_Skywise says:
::piloting the "rented" shuttle toward the building entrance
EO_Lt_Hayward says:
::mind drifts aimlessly waiting::
Host Admiral_Capella says:
::sitting and watching..  they best not cross me again, not in the mood for it today::
Raiviant says:
::At the defendants table ... having just arrived. The short Tellarite female gathers her PADDs together, noting the arrival of the Claymore crew::
Host CO_Captain_William_Hall says:
::stands ahead of the crew waiting to enter the courtroom::
CEO_LtCmdr_Tyfair says:
::Strides up to Kalyn and whispers::  XO_Skywise:  How in the known universe did you know my inseam?
TO_LtJG_Pierce says:
::Shifts from foot to foot::
XO_Cdr_Skywise says:
::Does a double take:: CEO: Inseam?
CSO_Ensign_Kar says:
::looks back:: MO: Yeah, just what the SF psychologists called an "unwarranted penchant for violent behavior" ::grins at him::
Zachary_Marshall says:
::leans over and whispers something softly in Diana's ear::
CTO-Lt-Mark-Anthony says:
::Turns towards the CO:: Captain Hall: Sir. I have something to discuss with you and the XO if you two have a moment Sir.
Aide_Diana says:
::nods at Marshall and sits down, sorting the PADDs::
CEO_LtCmdr_Tyfair says:
Skywise:  This is the uniform you sent me.. you got my inseam perfect.  No spill.
CEO_LtCmdr_Tyfair says:
<no = now>
MO_Lt_Hunter says:
SO: Right....don’t let Capella see you do that...he'll use it against you ::smiles::
MO_Lt_Hunter says:
::Walks into the Court room and takes his seat::
EO_Lt_Hayward says:
::follows::
Zachary_Marshall says:
::rests his ankle on the opposite knee and waits patiently, going over the witness list for the day::
CMO_Lt_Endo says:
::Follows his MO and sits next to him "Bold man..."::
Host Admiral_Capella says:
ACTION: EVERYONE EXCEPT FOR THE FCO FINALLY FINDS THEIR PLACES AND SIT DOWN AS THE BRIKAR CLOSES THE DOORS AND TAKES UP POSITIN NEAR THEM.
CSO_Ensign_Kar says:
::walks into the courtroom::
XO_Cdr_Skywise says:
<w>CEO: Your measurements are in LCARS?  I sent them to someone to have a dress uniform altered for you?  I don't sneak into your quarters after you are asleep and get my kicks by......measuring anything.
OPS_LT_Sorvik says:
::Follows the rest of the crew into the courtroom and finds a seat away from the CEO.::
FCO_LtJg_Skywise says:
::lands the shuttle outside the building and quickly shuts it down::
XO_Cdr_Skywise says:
::Takes her seat quickly, trying not to turn any shade of red, pink or purple::
CEO_LtCmdr_Tyfair says:
<w> Skywise: I don't publish my measurements..   ::sits down::
Host Admiral_Capella says:
::clears his throat as the last of the crew sits::  Ms. Raiviant, I will only say this once out of courtesy.  If any of the defendants act out of place, not only will I hold them responsible, I will also hold you responsible since you are not the defense council.
Host CO_Captain_William_Hall says:
::sits down in his seat::
CSO_Ensign_Kar says:
::thinks about the line from the XO's memo, and how it all makes sense now why they were here and why this was happening....::
TO_LtJG_Pierce says:
::Sits down and eyes the Brikar::
Raiviant says:
<Edit Capella, Tom I am the Defense Council ... ::Tosses him some coffee::>
FCO_LtJg_Skywise says:
::runs out of the shuttle, up the steps and skids into the room, wearing his normal uniform::
Raiviant says:
::Nods:: Capella: Understood, Admiral. ::To herself: "Testy, isn't he?"::
Aide_Diana says:
::feels a wave of sympathy for Raiviant::
XO_Cdr_Skywise says:
<w>::Almost without moving her mouth:: CEO: Then they were forged, but they were there.
Raiviant says:
::Turns to the Claymore crew:: <W> Claymore Crew: I trust I won't have to restate the Admiral's orders, correct?
CEO_LtCmdr_Tyfair says:
::Nods suspiciously at his XO::
Zachary_Marshall says:
::puts down his foot and sits forward as things start to settle down::
FCO_LtJg_Skywise says:
::moves up to the seat next to the XO and sits down::  XO:  <w> Surprise!
CMO_Lt_Endo says:
::Shakes his head at his defense::
CSO_Ensign_Kar says:
::has the "We heard him the first time" look on her face towards Raiviant but says nothing::
Host Admiral_Capella says:
::turns and eyes the crew and begins speaking again::  Since I apparently didn't make myself clear last time, this is NOT a full court martial...  ::breaks off as he eyes the FCO::
Raiviant says:
<W> Claymore Crew: Good ... hopefully we can get these charges dropped and you all back to your starship before supper of next Monday.
CMO_Lt_Endo says:
::Wishes he wasn't in the front row::
XO_Cdr_Skywise says:
::Crosses her arms and legs, trying to get back to professional mode.....before being startled by her husband.....then seeing his uniform or lack of it isn't sure to cry or scream::
Aide_Diana says:
::finally has the PADDs sorted and ready, and takes one for taking notes herself::
Raiviant says:
::Turns back, and takes a seat to look at the Admiral::
MO_Lt_Hunter says:
::almost sneezes::
FCO_LtJg_Skywise says:
::glances at his wife, startled by her flash of irritation::
MO_Lt_Hunter says:
::almost sneezes again::
MO_Lt_Hunter says:
::sneezes loudly::
CTO-Lt-Mark-Anthony says:
::Looks over to the defense attorney and knows they have a snow ball's chance in he__ here::
Host Admiral_Capella says:
::shares glances with the other Admiral's and turns his gaze to the new arrival::  FCO: Glad you could join us Mr. Skywise, I was under the impression you were..  elsewhere...
XO_Cdr_Skywise says:
~~~~FCO: We got in trouble for someone being out of dress uniform last time.  Capella's likely to have you for lunch.~~~~
CMO_Lt_Endo says:
::Turns his head to the MO and fumbles in his pockets for a tissue::
Zachary_Marshall says:
::rolls the old gold pen gently in his fingers as he watches:: Aide: Make a note of the new arrival. ::gestures to Skywise::
CSO_Ensign_Kar says:
::shakes her head at the FCO's lack of uniform and the MO's sneezing, thinks "Here we go again"::
OPS_LT_Sorvik says:
::Holds back the smile as he takes in the full beauty of this mock trial.::
CMO_Lt_Endo says:
::Finds a crumpled tissue and hands in to the MO wordlessly::
FCO_LtJg_Skywise says:
Capella:  I was sir.  But I have a history of leaving schools early.  You may remember?
MO_Lt_Hunter says:
::takes the tissue::
CMO_Lt_Endo says:
<in=it>
MO_Lt_Hunter says:
<w>CMO: Thanks.
FCO_LtJg_Skywise says:
~~~~XO:  Like that's never happened before.~~~~
Host CO_Captain_William_Hall says:
::sits quietly and keeps a calm face::
CSO_Ensign_Kar says:
::considers the FCO's words carefully, thinking the XO may not be the only one Capella might be after::
CMO_Lt_Endo says:
<w>MO: No problem
Aide_Diana says:
::nods at Zach and makes the note... "wearing normal uniform, skid into the room, time..."::
Host Admiral_Capella says:
FCO: Indeed..  I remember a great many things..  When we break next, you will find and proceed to wear a full dress uniform, correct?
MO_Lt_Hunter says:
::goes it use it and notices its used::
MO_Lt_Hunter says:
<w>CMO: ::hands it back:: Its used...
Raiviant says:
::Notes the FCO & the Admiral have a personal history ... "Oh boy..."::
FCO_LtJg_Skywise says:
Yes sir.  Sorry about that sir.  As they say... accidents do happen.  I'll correct it immediately.
XO_Cdr_Skywise says:
~~~~FCO: It's good to have you back, Nate.....~~~~
CEO_LtCmdr_Tyfair says:
::Stares at Capella as he was told trying to stifle a snort laugh at the FCO's comment::
CMO_Lt_Endo says:
::Chuckles to himself and drops it on the floor::
FCO_LtJg_Skywise says:
~~~~XO:  Good to be back Kal~~~~
Host Admiral_Capella says:
::catches himself before reacting..  nice shot::  Crew: As I was saying..  this is only a hearing to determine if enough evidence for a court martial exists..
Host Admiral_Capella says:
Crew: However, the tribunal will NOT be tolerating any outbreaks as we did last session.  They will be dealt with swiftly.  I don't intend on repeating myself again.
Host Admiral_Capella says:
Mr. Marshall, you may continue.
CTO-Lt-Mark-Anthony says:
::Holding his pips in his hand he leans forward towards the CO and holds his hand out:: <w>: CO: I will not testify against this crew.
Zachary_Marshall says:
::rises and takes the proffered padd from Diana:: Admirals: Thank you, your honors. The Prosecution calls Commander Kalyn Skywise to the stand.
MO_Lt_Hunter says:
::sees the CTO hand the Skipper something and thinks "great here we go again"::
Aide_Diana says:
::takes a deep breath:: Self: Here we go.
XO_Cdr_Skywise says:
::Gives her husband a sidelong glance and heads toward the front::
FCO_LtJg_Skywise says:
~~~~XO:  Don't let the jerk wear you down, love!~~~~
TO_LtJG_Pierce says:
::Jabs boss in the side:: <w> CTO: What are you doing??
CMO_Lt_Endo says:
::Surprise surprise::
Zachary_Marshall says:
:;folds his arms and waits in front of the witness box:: XO: Quickly please, Commander.
CTO-Lt-Mark-Anthony says:
::Looks at the TO:: <w>TO: My honor.
XO_Cdr_Skywise says:
~~~~FCO: I won't.....You know I don't wear out easily.~~~~
CEO_LtCmdr_Tyfair says:
::Tries to blink as little as possible staring at Capella not wanting to irk the old man off again::
OPS_LT_Sorvik says:
::Is glad to be hear watching this.  It is far better than the holonovel he was reading just a few weeks ago.::
Host CO_Captain_William_Hall says:
::Self:  He knows full well I can't say anything and he should not be either.::  CTO:  <w>  We've got to stick together Lt.  Sit back...
XO_Cdr_Skywise says:
::Takes the stand::
EO_Lt_Hayward says:
::sits quietly and observes::
CSO_Ensign_Kar says:
::overhears the exchange between the CTO and the CO but doesn't react, just takes it all in::
Zachary_Marshall says:
::manages a very fake smile:: XO: Good morning, Commander. For the record please state your name and position aboard the USS Claymore.
Host CO_Captain_William_Hall says:
::shuts up again::
Host Admiral_Capella says:
::whispering..  I suppose I will allow them that much, so long as it stays quiet and they don't interrupt the questioning::
XO_Cdr_Skywise says:
ZM: My name is Kalyn Leigh Skywise nee Rillian.  I'm currently serving as Executive Officer of the Claymore.
FCO_LtJg_Skywise says:
~~~~XO:  ::mimicking::  Good morning Commander... watch me kiss the Admiral's butt in front of the group.~~~~
CMO_Lt_Endo says:
::Vaguely heard the CO speak... "Jeez... now our beloved captain is break the rules... oh my"::
Zachary_Marshall says:
::nods:: XO: And your rank and position during the stardates listed in the indictment.
Host CO_Captain_William_Hall says:
::Hopers he doesn't have to call the CTO down::
XO_Cdr_Skywise says:
~~~~FCO: You're going to make me burst out laughing.  That would look REALLY good.~~~~
XO_Cdr_Skywise says:
ZM: I was a LtCdr and Chief Science Officer before Captain Torbin's apparent death.
Zachary_Marshall says:
XO: And second officer as well?
XO_Cdr_Skywise says:
ZM: Correct
CEO_LtCmdr_Tyfair says:
::Blinks and continues staring at Capella::
CSO_Ensign_Kar says:
::wonders where this is going::
Zachary_Marshall says:
::nods again:: XO: Commander, how would you describe the crew's state of acceptance prior to Captain Torbin's death? Were they supportive of the orders he gave?
XO_Cdr_Skywise says:
ZM: The crew would follow any orders given by any Captain that was in the service of Starfleet, Sir.
Host Admiral_Capella says:
::glances at the CEO and turns back to the questioning::
Aide_Diana says:
::raises an eyebrow at the commander, she is not answering the question::
CSO_Ensign_Kar says:
::thinks "She didn't answer the question" but gives her marks for avoiding it skillfully::
Zachary_Marshall says:
XO: And as second officer it is your duty to function as a command element of the crew, is that correct?
CEO_LtCmdr_Tyfair says:
::Blinks while Capella wasn't looking and continues his "paying attention"::
CSO_Ensign_Kar says:
::wonders why he let it go::
FCO_LtJg_Skywise says:
::rolls his eyes as Kalyn goes into Academy mode::
XO_Cdr_Skywise says:
XO: This is correct.
Zachary_Marshall says:
::looks at her directly:: XO: Do you agree with every order you're given?
XO_Cdr_Skywise says:
ZM: No one agrees with every order they are given.
CSO_Ensign_Kar says:
::now it gets interesting::
Raiviant says:
Admiral: Objection, what is the relevance of these questions to the investigation at hand?
Aide_Diana says:
::smiles, looking down at the note in her PADD. Zach and her think too much alike sometimes, it gets scary for her taste::
Host Admiral_Capella says:
Mr. Marshall, do you have a point with this line of questioning?
Zachary_Marshall says:
Capella: I do, your honor. ::blinks once:: XO: Then that begs the question, Commander. Did you agree with Captain Torbin's forging of the agreement with the individual, Vowad. And did you agree with his orders based on said agreement?
FCO_LtJg_Skywise says:
::thinks that if Marshall's nose we're any pointier, it would hurt the Admiral's butt::
Host Admiral_Capella says:
Very well, I'll allow it for now..  Get to the point quickly Mr. Marshall.  Objection overruled.
XO_Cdr_Skywise says:
ZM: Again, it doesn't matter if I agreed with his orders or not.  They were his orders.  On the Claymore each person aboard is accustomed to following orders whether or not we agree with them.
CSO_Ensign_Kar says:
::thinks "this girl should be a politician" noticing how once again she didn't really answer him... style points to her::
Zachary_Marshall says:
::tilts his head slightly:: XO: I see. Then perhaps you should have followed that code on Q`Orphod space and the thousands that died here due to that battleship would still be alive.
Zachary_Marshall says:
::looks at Capella:: Capella: No further questions at this time.
CEO_LtCmdr_Tyfair says:
::Continues staring at Capella::
Zachary_Marshall says:
::nods at Raiviant and sits::
XO_Cdr_Skywise says:
ZM: If that was a question directed at me, Then the answer is no
FCO_LtJg_Skywise says:
::clenches his fists and glares at Marshall as he sits down::
Host Admiral_Capella says:
::nods::   Raiviant, any questions for Commander Skywise?
XO_Cdr_Skywise says:
ZM: We came back under another Captain's orders. SF had the opportunity to send us back and they chose not to
Raiviant says:
::Stands, a PADD in hand::
XO_Cdr_Skywise says:
ZM: Once again we simply followed orders.
Zachary_Marshall says:
Capella: Admiral, I would like the commander's last response stricken.
Aide_Diana says:
::wonders why do all those people, officers to top, allowed themselves to fall to the level she is seeing now. It's very sad.::
Host Admiral_Capella says:
You opened the door Mr. Marshall.  I'll allow it.
EO_Lt_Hayward says:
::twiddles his thumbs briefly::
FCO_LtJg_Skywise says:
::taken aback... surprised Capella allowed that::
CMO_Lt_Endo says:
::Hmmm... that's not quite right::
Host CO_Captain_William_Hall says:
::raises an eyebrow. good...::
Zachary_Marshall says:
::smiles to himself and puts the padd down on the desk::
Raiviant says:
::Walks forward to the Commander::
CTO-Lt-Mark-Anthony says:
::Listen no coagulant to the questioning::
Aide_Diana says:
::trades PADDs with Zach::
Zachary_Marshall says:
::takes the padd:: Aide: Thank you.
Host Admiral_Capella says:
Ms. Raiviant..  I don't know how you are used to practicing law, but for the purposes of this tribunal, we request that you do so quickly and efficiently.
CMO_Lt_Endo says:
::Wishes he understood more of what was happening::
Raiviant says:
XO: Commander Skywise, could you please state the original orders of the U.S.S. Claymore Expedition from Starfleet Command as of stardate 10101.09?
XO_Cdr_Skywise says:
Raiviant: The USS Claymore, along with the USS Revolution, USS Concord, USS Ariel, USS Neuse, USS St Louis and the USS St Mary are ordered to open diplomatic relations with the Q'Orphod Heirarchy.
CMO_Lt_Endo says:
::Remembers some of those ships... and all the officers he stole from their Sickbays::
EO_Lt_Hayward says:
::flashes back to the time they led the cadre of ships::
Raiviant says:
XO: Within these orders, did Command give permission for the Claymore expedition group to get involved in local affairs and to engage in hostilities with the so-called "Bellicose"?
XO_Cdr_Skywise says:
Raiviant: No, they did not.
Raiviant says:
XO: As such, it was your duty to attempt and return to Federation space following the completion of your original orders, no?
XO_Cdr_Skywise says:
Raiviant: That is Correct.
CMO_Lt_Endo says:
::Stifles a yawn::
MO_Lt_Hunter says:
::stifles a sneeze::
Zachary_Marshall says:
Admiral: Objection your honor. Commander Skywise is not in a position to question a captain's interpretation of his orders.
FCO_LtJg_Skywise says:
::quietly smacks the CMO::  CMO:  <w>  Not cool Corzi
Host Admiral_Capella says:
Sustained.  The tribunal will disregard the last answer of the Commander.
EO_Lt_Hayward says:
::yawns, politely::
CMO_Lt_Endo says:
::Looks back, surprised, the "What?" expression on his face::
Raiviant says:
::Stares at the Admiral, then at Zachary ... there was no interpretation involved ... "This is a set up, by the moons of Hrotharn"::
Host CO_Captain_William_Hall says:
::Self:  That one was not good::
CMO_Lt_Endo says:
::Turns his head forward again, shocked, then back to the FCO::
FCO_LtJg_Skywise says:
::mutters to himself::  And she says I'M immature.
Raiviant says:
::Refrains from placing strain in her voice:: Admiral: I am finished, Admiral. ::Returns to her seat::
OPS_LT_Sorvik says:
::almost lets out the smile he has been holding back.::
Zachary_Marshall says:
Admiral: Redirect, your honor?
Host Admiral_Capella says:
::nods::  Proceed Mr. Marshall
Host CO_Captain_William_Hall says:
::looks down to the other officers::
CSO_Ensign_Kar says:
::wonders where this all is getting them::
CMO_Lt_Endo says:
::Sits facing forward again::
Zachary_Marshall says:
::stands again:: XO: Just one question for you, Commander, if you don't mind.
XO_Cdr_Skywise says:
ZM: I don't have much of an option otherwise.
FCO_LtJg_Skywise says:
::grins at his wife's answer.... you go girl::
Zachary_Marshall says:
::smirks a little:: XO: Quite true. But my question is this: When you receive an order from Captain Hall, and Captain Torbin before him, do you do your best to carry it out?
CMO_Lt_Endo says:
::Makes a mental note to smack the FCO later::
CSO_Ensign_Kar says:
::thinks "This is going nowhere"::
TO_LtJG_Pierce says:
::Twiddles thumbs::
FCO_LtJg_Skywise says:
::leans back and whispers to the TO::  TO:  <w>  Keep that up and when Hall gets done with you I'll be WAY senior.
CTO-Lt-Mark-Anthony says:
::Leans his head back and looks at the ceiling and counts the many cracks in it and wonders if they will match the cracks this court room admirals have got in them::
XO_Cdr_Skywise says:
ZM: I take my orders from the Current Captain I serve under.  When we were ordered back to Federation Space, I obeyed the order preparing the ship to return.  Upon our return we submitted our report to Starfleet who had the opportunity to send us back if they deemed it necessary.  They chose not to.
Zachary_Marshall says:
XO: Thank you very much, Commander. You've been very helpful.
Zachary_Marshall says:
::glances at Capella:: Cap: No further questions, your honor.
Host CO_Captain_William_Hall says:
::notes in his mind what is going on::
XO_Cdr_Skywise says:
::Waits to be dismissed from the stand::
Host Admiral_Capella says:
XO: You may step down Commander.  Mr. Marshall, call your next officer.
CMO_Lt_Endo says:
::Don't pick me, don't pick me, don't pick me::
Zachary_Marshall says:
Adm: The prosecution calls Lieutenant Sorvik.
TO_LtJG_Pierce says:
::Suppresses urge to thwap the FCO and settles for glaring instead::
XO_Cdr_Skywise says:
::Feeling like she proved to the ship she would stand up for them, steps down from the stand feeling like a weight was lifted from her shoulders.....returns to her seat next to her husband::
CMO_Lt_Endo says:
::Sighs quietly with relief and leans back::
FCO_LtJg_Skywise says:
::squeezes Kaly's hand::  XO: <w>  You were awesome!
OPS_LT_Sorvik says:
::Stands and walks to the front.::
XO_Cdr_Skywise says:
::Returns the squeeze with the addition of a small smile:: <w>FCO: Thank you.
OPS_LT_Sorvik says:
::Takes the stand::
Zachary_Marshall says:
::walks back over to the witness box:: OPS: Lieutenant, were you aware of the spirit of the agreement forged between Captain Torbin and the individual, Vowad?
OPS_LT_Sorvik says:
ZM:  Yes Captain Torbin made it common knowledge to the Senior staff.
Zachary_Marshall says:
OPS: In your opinion, was the rest of the senior staff aware of what Captain Torbin's expected outcome was, when he gave the order?
OPS_LT_Sorvik says:
ZM:  Of course.  ::Raises an eyebrow.::  But even then the crew could not possible know the full extent of the forces they were up against.
Zachary_Marshall says:
::ignores that part and moves on:: OPS: Do you consider yourself a loyal Starfleet officer? Are your fellow senior officers loyal Starfleet officers?
Raiviant says:
Objection, the point of this hearing is not to question the integrity of the Claymore personnel.
OPS_LT_Sorvik says:
ZM:  I am and will always be a loyal Starfleet officer.  I know no other way.  I am not a Councilor and would not be the best person to ask for crew characteristics.
Raiviant says:
OPS: Lieutenant, you do not have to answer that question any further.
OPS_LT_Sorvik says:
::Nods to Raiviant.::
Host Admiral_Capella says:
Mr. Marshall..  You going somewhere with this?
Zachary_Marshall says:
::smiles:: Adm: Always, your honor.
Host Admiral_Capella says:
And that direction would be?
FCO_LtJg_Skywise says:
::rolls his eyes at butt smoocher attorney::
Zachary_Marshall says:
::if I'm lucky to the gallows:: Adm: To the truth, your honor. May I continue?
Host Admiral_Capella says:
This officer's integrity is not an issue here..  No further questioning in that line will be tolerated.  Proceed.
Raiviant says:
::Has this feeling her objection isn't going to be sustained::
Raiviant says:
::Not entirely sure whether it was sustained or not anyway ... ::
Zachary_Marshall says:
OPS: When you were commissioned as an officer, you swore an oath to uphold the regulations of Starfleet, yes?
OPS_LT_Sorvik says:
ZM: Of course as did we all.
Erin says:
::is getting less and less impressed by ZM's machismo as the trial goes on::
Zachary_Marshall says:
OPS: Are you aware that an order from Starfleet Command or a commanding officer can only be disobeyed legally if it is blatantly unlawful or breaks the Prime Directive?
OPS_LT_Sorvik says:
ZM: Of course.
Zachary_Marshall says:
OPS: Good. Now I'm certain you were issued a full list of the regulations and general orders of Starfleet when you were commissioned. Let me read you an excerpt from General Order 30.
Zachary_Marshall says:
"Starfleet Command recognizes the right of each ship commander to interpret the specifications of the Prime Directive as he sees fit, consistent with the conditions of other existing general orders in effect, and based upon circumstances that may arise in dealing with newly discovered sentient races."
Zachary_Marshall says:
::closes down the padd:: OPS: Now, lieutenant. Do you believe Captain Torbin's orders to either A) be illegal, or b) break the prime directive?
Raiviant says:
Objection, the Prime Directive did not apply in regard to the specified "Liberator" species.
Zachary_Marshall says:
Adm: I'm establishing the parameters under which they could legally disobey Captain Torbin's orders, your Honor.
Host Admiral_Capella says:
Overruled.  Ship records indicate prime directive guidelines as being cited during the debate between Captain Hall and his officer's.  They used it then, it's legal now for our purposes.
CMO_Lt_Endo says:
::Thinks he might have said something... eh... it was probably Spotless::
Zachary_Marshall says:
OPS: Please answer the question. Were Captain Torbin's orders illegal?
OPS_LT_Sorvik says:
ZM: No Captain Torbin’s orders were to help a civilization in need of Starfleet’s assistance.
Zachary_Marshall says:
OPS: Thank you, Lieutenant. I'm sure Vowad would agree with you as he watched your warp trail disappear.
Zachary_Marshall says:
Adm: No further questions for this witness.
OPS_LT_Sorvik says:
ZM: We did not use warp power Mr. Marshall.
Host Admiral_Capella says:
::nods::  Ms. Raiviant?
CTO-Lt-Mark-Anthony says:
::Hears the Name Vowad:: To Self: That little rust bucket.
OPS_LT_Sorvik says:
ZM: Your facts are incorrect.
Host Admiral_Capella says:
OPS: Mr. Sorvik, stop editorializing.
CMO_Lt_Endo says:
::Vowad... he did... nothing... he didn't seem to have a purpose, he just floated there::
OPS_LT_Sorvik says:
Admiral:  I am just making the court aware that Mr. Marshall's facts are flawed.
Raiviant says:
Capella: Admiral, I must agree with the Lieutenant. If this is to be a fair hearing, and if it comes to it, a fair court martial then all the proper facts must be presented ... the entity known as Vowad was present on the U.S.S. Claymore during it's trip back to Federation Space, and as such, he would not have been able to "watch their warp trail
Raiviant says:
disappear."
Host Admiral_Capella says:
::I don't believe this..  good grief::  Fine.  The tribunal will ignore the last comment regarding the comment about watching the warp trail disappear only.
Host Admiral_Capella says:
::Checks time::
Host Admiral_Capella says:
We will be stopping for the day now.  Ms. Raiviant, will you plan on questioning this witness when we resume?
Raiviant says:
Capella: Of course, Admiral.
Zachary_Marshall says:
::sits back down next to Diana::
Aide_Diana says:
::trades PADDs with Zach once more. This is going so slow::
Host Admiral_Capella says:
::nods::  We will resume in 24 hours with Ms. Raiviant questioning Mr. Sorvik.
CMO_Lt_Endo says:
::Bows his head "Finally!"::
Host CO_Captain_William_Hall says:
::breathes easily now::
Host Admiral_Capella says:
The Claymore crew is to return to the quarters on this facility.  From this time forward, full dress uniform's will only be required of the command staff.
EO_Lt_Hayward says:
::breaks out in a light sweat from this heat in his room and readies himself to leave::
Zachary_Marshall says:
::smiles confidently at Diana::
Host Admiral_Capella says:
Additional personnel will come in standard duty uniform's, providing they are immaculate in appearance.
Host Admiral_Capella says:
Dismissed!
FCO_LtJg_Skywise says:
::quietly snickers at his wife::
CSO_Ens_Kar says:
::shakes her head, not seeing that anything really got done in this "tribunal"::
XO_Cdr_Skywise says:
::Casts her husband a "you just wait" glance::
CMO_Lt_Endo says:
::Stands up and stretches himself in a big X::
Aide_Diana says:
::smiles back at Zach:: ZM: I can give you the psychological point of view if you want.
Zachary_Marshall says:
::grips her shoulder:: Aide: Sure. We have to plan for tomorrow.
OPS_LT_Sorvik says:
::Steps down from the stand and walks out.::
Host TomG says:
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