USS Don Johnson Transcript #244

Hosted by: SM Susan Brinkman

Starring:
	Dana Terrell as XO Commander Stidd
	Debbie Newell as FCO Deborah Newell-McPhee
	Janaye Hinsley as OPS Lieutenant Jaina Jankara
	Jack McPhee as CEO Lieutenant JG Jonathan McPhee II

Absent:
	Lynda Anderson as CO Captain T’Ponga Shemara-Arca
	Nancy Stricker as CTO Commander Nancy Fowler
	Jason Rehberg as TO Lieutenant Dynar Lemmick
	Nikki Stevens as CSO Lieutenant Sojyngra
	Kyle Cordek as SO Lieutenant JG T’voll Nisan

Host Susan says:
Mission Summary: 10710.11
Host Susan says:
The security details of the USS Don Johnson are currently trying to locate and arrest Major Barrett. The Pirates previously orbiting the planet Quinor have begun attacking the surface.
Host Susan says:
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FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
::on the bridge at the helm::
OPS_Jankara says:
::enters the bridge and heads to her station::
XO_Stidd says:
:: Enters his quarters and begins shaking uncontrollably ::
CEO_McPhee says:
::paces back and forth in his office in main engineering::
Major_Barrett says:
::Quickly looking over his equipment again::
OPS_Jankara says:
::relieves Schnapps and gets to her station::
XO_Stidd says:
self: Must...contain...the...madness!  :: Begins laughing and crying at the same time::
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
OPS: Keep an eye on the sensors, JJ.  We need to find exactly where Barrett is.  He might be in a Jeffries tube for all we know.
OPS_Jankara says:
FCO: I have an idea to track him.  I'm trying it now.  Where's Commander Stidd?
Host Susan says:
ACTION: The attack on the planet's government center continues.
OPS_Jankara says:
::increases internal scan sensitivity and checks for low level power signatures::
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
OPS: In his quarters, he left the bridge holding his temple.
Major_Barrett says:
Self: I wonder if they will ever do something about this.
OPS_Jankara says:
FCO: What's the plan for Quinor?
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
OPS: We're too far away to assist with Quinor.
XO_Stidd says:
:: Gains control for just a brief moment to do what he needs to do :: *OPS*: Notify the Crazyhorse to start an attack run on the pirates.  We do the same thing.  The three ships should be able to take them, understood?
OPS_Jankara says:
*XO*: Understood, Sir.
Host Susan says:
ACTION: The pirates fall back and move to another position.
Major_Barrett says:
*Bridge*: Anyone up there ready to talk to me yet?
OPS_Jankara says:
::sends the message to the Crazyhorse about the attack run::
OPS_Jankara says:
FCO: Sensors show a low level power signal in the Cargo Bay.  It matches the hologram from the quarters.
OPS_Jankara says:
*Schnapps*: Return to the bridge.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
OPS: He's trying to mask what he's doing. Keep searching and I'll prepare for the attack run. ::sets course to start the attack run::
TO_Wesson says:
::heads to the Cargo Bay 1 in search of Barrett::
XO_Stidd says:
:: When the signal is broken the madness continues:: self: Semaj, how did you ever deal with this like it is?!?!
OPS_Jankara says:
FCO: Understood, I have a message for Commander Stidd, I'd like your permission to leave the bridge and deliver it in private.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
OPS: Go ahead.
TO_Wesson says:
::enters the Cargo Bay, weapon drawn::
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*Barrett*: We won't give up, you know.
AOPS_Schnapps says:
::enters the bridge and moves to the OPS console::
Host Susan says:
ACTION: The pirates resume their attack on the surface, choosing another target.
OPS_Jankara says:
Schnapps: Continue internal scans, reroute power to increase sensitivity again if you need to.  Find Barrett.  I'll be back.
AOPS_Schnapps says:
::nods:: OPS: Yes, Ma'am.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
::moves the ship into position to begin the run::
OPS_Jankara says:
::leaves the bridge:: TL: Commander Stidd's quarters.
Major_Barrett says:
*FCO*: You don't need to give up you need to transmit the program I have to those pirate vessels it could possible turn the tide in an attack.
TO_Wesson  says:
::begins checking the Cargo Bay and finds another hologram::
XO_Stidd says:
:: Tears stream down his face as yet another wave of uncontrolled laughter can be heard::
TO_Wesson says:
*Bridge*: It's another hologram down here.  Any other ideas as to Barrett's location?
OPS_Jankara says:
::leaves the turbolift and heads to Stidd's quarters::
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
::trying to sound interested:: *Barrett*: What kind of a program?
AOPS_Schnapps says:
*TO*: Not yet, I'm still scanning the ship.  Continue your patrol until you hear from me.
XO_Stidd says:
:: Stidd spins around and punches the desk in his quarters and it shatters into a million pieces::
TO_Wesson says:
*Schnapps*: Understood.
OPS_Jankara says:
::taps the chime to Stidd's quarters::
CEO_McPhee says:
*FCO*: Have you guys been able to find Barrett?
OPS_Jankara says:
::hears the noise inside:: XO: Commander? ::hits the chime again::
Major_Barrett says:
*FCO*: It's a virus we design that was to be implanted aboard the vessels before the attack, but because of this crew actions we missed that chance so we will have to improvise.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*CEO*: Negative.  But he's talking to me.
XO_Stidd says:
Outloud: Go away!
OPS_Jankara says:
XO: No Sir.  With respect, open the door or I'll open it.  ::knows she just activated all the Command Codes and can do exactly that at the drop of a hat::
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*Barrett*: So why didn't you make it known to the command crew before all this took place?
XO_Stidd says:
OPS: Enter at your own risk, then.
CEO_McPhee says:
*FCO*: Good, I'll try to find him from here. ::moves to a console and being scanning for communication signals or devices::
OPS_Jankara says:
::enters the XO's quarters, keeping a respectful distance::
XO_Stidd says:
:: Tries to regain composure in the presence of another crewman::
Major_Barrett says:
*FCO*: I didn't have much a chance before I was thrown in the brig, after that I had to determine this crews true intentions.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*Barrett*: You have to understand, Major, you came in here demanding command of the mission without so much as a how do you do.
OPS_Jankara says:
XO: Commander, I believe that you are having difficulty due to Semaj's death.  If I understand Vulcan traditions correctly, you now carry his katra, is that correct?
OPS_Jankara says:
::chooses not to beat around the bush::
Major_Barrett says:
*FCO*: Other than signed orders the crew refused to follow, yes, other than that I had nothing.
AOPS_Schnapps says:
::continues scanning the ship::
Host Susan says:
ACTION: Quinor's government surrenders to their attackers.
XO_Stidd says:
OPS: There are things here you do not understand.  There are reasons my son left Vulcan never to return.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*Barrett*: Well, I'm sure Captain Arca had her reasons.
OPS_Jankara says:
XO: I do not need to understand everything to offer the one thing you clearly need, Sir.
OPS_Jankara says:
XO: In my telepathic studies, I learned of a way one telepath can help to balance the emotional or illogical part of another.  I believe you need my help Sir.
Major_Barrett says:
*FCO*: And she may have jeopardized this whole mission. What are you going to do about it?
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*Barrett*: Find you, for one.  Then get to the bottom of the situation.
CEO_McPhee says:
*Schnapps*: Have you been able to locate the Major yet?
AOPS_Schnapps says:
::whispers to McPhee:: FCO: For one, we can hang him from the nacelle. ::grins and goes back to work::
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
::grins at Schnapps and goes back to bantering with Barrett::
AOPS_Schnapps says:
::shakes his head sadly:: FCO: Quinor just surrendered.
XO_Stidd says:
:: Turns to face OPS and his eyes almost seem to glow with an inner fire:: OPS: What I need is to get to Vulcan.  I regret saying this but his katra is not worthy of Mount Seleya or the chamber of memories.
Major_Barrett says:
*FCO*: Why don't I just transfer the program and you find a way to transmit it.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
Schnapps: Thank you, Lieutenant.
OPS_Jankara says:
::steps forward::  XO: That is a Vulcan matter and not for me to judge Commander.  What I can judge is this ship needs you.  I am offering my help to return your focus to the needs of this ship as her Executive officer.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*Barrett*: Fine, but it won't do much good now.  Quinor just surrendered.
OPS_Jankara says:
XO: If you would allow, I'm willing to aid in returning your usual level of logic until this mission is done.
Major_Barrett says:
*FCO*: Then we are too late.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*Barrett*: So why don't you surrender and we'll get this mess straightened out.
XO_Stidd says:
OPS: Do you know what you risk?  A Vulcan's emotions when control is lost are stronger than you have probably had to ever deal with in your entire life.
AOPS_Schnapps says:
::splits his focus between the comms and the scans::
Major_Barrett says:
*FCO*: And who will make sure of my safety but me?
Host Susan says:
ACTION: Two of the pirate ships land on the surface.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*Barrett*: Our security team.
OPS_Jankara says:
XO: With respect, Sir, you don't know that.  The emotions I've had to deal with are most likely the strongest anyone of my species has ever had to deal with. ::thinks briefly of the murders, the attack on her life, and the plague which wiped out most of her town::
OPS_Jankara says:
XO: I'm stronger than I look and I am sure I can handle it.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
Schnapps: Send the Crazyhorse and the Agamemnon after those pirates, Lieutenant.
TO_Wesson says:
::continues checking the deck::
Major_Barrett says:
*FCO*: Under the command of your CO and XO, I have seen that avenue before and we all ended up in the brig.
AOPS_Schnapps says:
FCO: Yes, Ma'am. ::sends a message to the Agamemnon and the Crazyhorse regarding the pirates::
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*Barrett*: We all ended up in the brig because you got cocky, Major.
AOPS_Schnapps says:
::grins remembering the story behind the mass transfer to the brig::
XO_Stidd says:
OPS: Very well.  Let's do it.  :: Busts out laughing ::
Major_Barrett says:
*FCO*: And so the prejudice starts again and you want me to just give up.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*Barrett*: You are a Starfleet Officer, are you not?
Host Susan says:
ACTION: The Agamemnon and Crazyhorse acknowledge and plot courses for Quinor.
OPS_Jankara says:
::moves across the room to the XO and pulls a chair away from the debris that was once his desk::
Major_Barrett says:
*FCO*: I am but I have my doubts about members of this crew.
OPS_Jankara says:
::hears the laughter but doesn't smile as she starts to focus on the task ahead::
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*Barrett*: Since the situation is what it is, you need to surrender, Major and let us make the judgement calls.
AOPS_Schnapps says:
Self: ::whispers:: That's find Barrett, we have doubts about your sanity.
AOPS_Schnapps says:
FCO: They are on their way.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
Schnapps: Good.
TO_Wesson says:
::starts checking Jeffries tubes::
Major_Barrett says:
*FCO*: So you ask me to disobey my orders then.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*Barrett*: I ask you to surrender, nothing more.
Major_Barrett says:
*FCO*: And to let you make the judgement calls when I have orders to take control of what now I can only call a debacle.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*Barrett*: We have two ships on their way to Quinor to assess the situation and go after the pirates. You on the other hand, have only yourself.  Surrender now.
XO_Stidd says:
:: Tries as best he can to prepare for what the OPS has suggested::
Major_Barrett says:
*FCO*: I took control of this ship once I prefer not to do it again if you give me no choice.
OPS_Jankara says:
XO: Would you prefer I take the lead Sir, or are you more comfortable starting this yourself?
XO_Stidd says:
OPS: I am afraid my "condition" has made the choice for us.  I am not capable right now to enter a deep enough meditation to initiate such a procedure.
OPS_Jankara says:
::nods and leans forward, places her fingertips along the XO's temple and the side of his face::
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*Barrett*: I'm keenly aware of your technological abilities, Major.
OPS_Jankara says:
XO: Wording will be different from the Vulcan norm.  My training is Haliian.
OPS_Jankara says:
::closes her eyes and focuses:: XO: My mind journeys to an understanding of yours.  What you know, I will know as we join in one mind.
AOPS_Schnapps  says:
::sends security to search the computer core, the weapons' control center, and two "dead space" junction rooms in the Jeffries tubes::
XO_Stidd says:
:: Feels Jankara going into his mind and he tries to lower the barriers that are normally there::
OPS_Jankara says:
XO: Your mind accepts the touch of my mind.  We learn of each other, we focus together.  That which troubles you is revealed.
OPS_Jankara says:
::senses what seems to be two minds inside of Stidd, relaxes and listens to the more emotional of the two::
Major_Barrett says:
*FCO*: Then how would you suggest we resolve this?
Host Susan says:
ACTION: Barrett hears the approach of one of the security teams.
TO_Wesson says:
::approaches the first junction box as he was already in one of the tubes::
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*Barrett*: Come out into the open and we will talk.
OPS_Jankara says:
XO: Understanding...trust...assurance...I know you.
Major_Barrett says:
FCO: Why don't you come here instead?
OPS_Jankara says:
::snaps back away from Stidd, emotions rolling through her like a storm::
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*Barrett*: I'm currently the senior crewmember on the bridge.  You know I can't leave.
TO_Wesson says:
::opens the door to the junction room, weapon out::
OPS_Jankara says:
::opens her eyes, looking at Stidd:: XO: I'm sorry. ::feels as if the depression of life will destroy her from within::
Major_Barrett says:
*FCO*: Well are you going to attack the pirate’s ships?
OPS_Jankara says:
::struggles to keep herself in control of what she realizes are Semaj's emotions:: XO: Go!  Go now!
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
*Barrett*: The ships have reached the surface now.  As I said, I've sent our two allied ships to take care of the problem.
XO_Stidd says:
OPS: We have no other choice then.  For the safety of this ship and its crew, I am ordering my confinement to quarters until a transport can be arranged to take me to Vulcan.
OPS_Jankara says:
XO: No, if you must, give me the rest of this.  This ship needs you!
OPS_Jankara says:
::is desperate for the ship's safety and fighting Semaj's overwhelming anger at the same time::
OPS_Jankara says:
XO: If you can't, then show me what we need to beat Barrett.
Host Susan says:
ACTION: Security surrounds Barrett's location and takes him into custody.
XO_Stidd says:
OPS: Very well.  :: Begins to show Jankara all she needs to beat him and the pirates::
TO_Wesson says:
::slides into the junction room:: Barrett: Hello Barrett.  Nice to see you face to face.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
::sits back in her chair and waits::
OPS_Jankara says:
::resumes the contact and sees everything Stidd shows her, Semaj's emotions withdrawing::
AOPS_Schnapps says:
FCO: Got him.
FCO_Newell_McPhee says:
Schnapps: Thank God!
Major_Barrett says:
TO: For now, for now.
TO_Wesson says:
Barrett: You mean it won't be nice to see your face later?  You may be right.  ::orders a site to site transport to the brig::
Host Susan says:
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