Host Jafo says:
Star Trek: Apache - Episode #11
Segment # 4
Mission: "HX-20451"

Host Jafo says:
Talks continue with the Ossarra as the selected representatives of the USS Ganymede and USS Apache meet with them on the surface of HX-20451. A bubble-like habitat has been created on the surface to host the negotiations by the Ossarran ship using tractor beam technology far beyond that of the Federations.

Host Jafo says:
Both the Apache and the Ganymede are conducting their own investigation as to why the Ossarra are interested in this particular planet thinking it may be of some value geologically. However the delegates on the surface have discovered that the Ossarra believe they are predestined to inhabit this planetoid.

Host Jafo says:
Strangely enough it has been discovered that the Borg are part of the Ossarran population, living with, and serving them peacefully. This has struck both crews as somewhat odd, but Ossarran assurances have suggested the Borg among them are not a threat.

Host Jafo says:
<<<<<<<<<< Begin Joint Mission Segment 4 >>>>>>>>>>

Host G_XO_Silek says:
::arrives in the transporter room with the G_CNS::

G_OPS_Serok says:
::looking at her console::

A_CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::heading towards the bridge after transporting from the surface of HX-20451::

A_CSO_Storal says:
::at Science One continuing the investigation::

A_CEO_Yeung says:
::in Main Engineering reviewing data reports::

G_CNS_Ashworth says:
::enter the transporter room with the G_XO, looking tired::

A_SO_Hammond says:
::on the bridge at science helping the CSO::

A_OPS_Davore says:
::right at Cha`Dak’s heels as she follows him back to the bridge::

A_TO_Masterson says:
::at TAC2 monitoring long-range sensors, shields, and weapons::

A_JAG_Vekh says:
::following Commander Linard to the transporter room::

A_CMO_Naegle says:
::in Sickbay still doing over what she has found out about the Ossarra::

G_FCO_Harlok says:
::maintains position in orbit and sighs::

A_EO_Powers says:
::in Main Engineering::

Host Septimum says:
::enters the artificial habitat and awaits the Federation representatives::

A_MO_Sarel says:
::hanging out in the sickbay tinkering with things::

A_XO_Linard says:
::in the Turbolift with Commander Vekh on the way to the transporter room::

Host G_XO_Silek says:
G_CNS: I am open to any suggestions you may have Counselor.

Host A_CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::on the bridge looking over the report from the previous conference with the Ossarra::

Host One says:
@::glances at Septimum and nods as he waits for the Away Teams::

Host G_XO_Silek says:
::steps up on the platform::

Host Septimum says:
@::returns the acknowledgement::

A_CTO_Cha`Dak says:
*CEO*: Lieutenant Yeung, this Lieutenant. Cha`Dak, please respond.

A_JAG_Vekh says:
A_XO: Commander, may I inquire what your impressions are about the Ossarra thus far?

G_CNS_Ashworth says:
G_XO:  Just one suggestion … keep alert. ::as she steps onto the platform::

A_CSO_Storal says:
A_CO: Sir, what is your take on the Ossarra?

A_EO_Powers says:
::walks to CEO Yeung:: A_CEO: Sir, I have a report of all the maintenance I’ve done thus far.

Host Treo says:
@::arrives from another location and moves towards One arranging the elders’ cloak and belongings deferentially::

A_OPS_Davore says:
::returns to the OPS station on the bridge::

A_CEO_Yeung says:
*CTO*: Yes lieutenant, how can I help you?

A_XO_Linard says:
::looks to JAG:: Vekh: I'm optimistic. I think there may be a little more feelings to ease … but none the less, I think they're main goal is to get this planet.

A_CEO_Yeung says:
::nods at EO and takes the report::

Host G_XO_Silek says:
G_CNS: Always Counselor, always. ::nods to the transporter operator to energize::

A_CMO_Naegle says:
A_MO: So Doctor, what do you think of our findings?

A_CTO_Cha`Dak says:
*CEO*: I am concerned as to how the Ossarra were able to override authorization protocols for our transporters. Can you shed any light on the matter?

G_CNS_Ashworth says:
::nods and smiles::

A_CEO_Yeung says:
::gives the report a glance:: EO: Good work, Ensign.

A_XO_Linard says:
Vekh: What do you think?

Host A_CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
A_CSO:  I find what we've learned of their culture and background fascinating.  And I'm inclined to trust their presentation of the Ossarra as a peaceful culture.

A_CEO_Yeung says:
EO: By the way, how are you feeling?

G_FCO_Harlok says:
::looks at Suvok in disgust:: OPS: Sir, you know we’re going on completely one-sided intel here?

Host A_CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
A_CSO:  They seem sincere in their desires to simply settle down and create a new home.

A_JAG_Vekh says:
A_XO: That's about my own view of the subject, sir. We shall attempt to prevent our prejudice for the Borg from allowing us to make an impartial decision.

A_MO_Sarel says:
A_CMO: Peculiar and interesting … I wish I could meet some of these Ossarra.

Host G_XO_Silek says:
@::arrives on the planet's surface and looks around::

G_OPS_Serok says:
::raises eyebrow at the G_FCO:: G_FCO: Explain, Mister Harlok?

Host One says:
@::takes his seat and waves for Silek and his away team to join them::

A_CSO_Storal says:
A_CO: I have to agree … but I’m still feeling that there is something else here.

A_XO_Linard says:
Vekh: Well, I don't sense any hostile intent from them.

Host Septimum says:
@G_XO: Mister Silek, greetings.

A_CEO_Yeung says:
::thinks about what A_CTO said:: *A_CTO*: I'm not sure, Lieutenant. We still don't have enough data on their technology yet.

A_TO_Masterson says:
A_CO: Nothing on long-range sensors, sir.

A_XO_Linard says:
::enters the transporter room and steps onto the transporter pad::

G_FCO_Harlok says:
::leans back in his chair and fiddles with his hair beads:: OPS: Practically everything we know has come from the Ossarra … or unknown sources.

G_CNS_Ashworth says:
@::arrives on the planet::

Host Septimum says:
@::bows slightly to G_CNS Ashworth::

Host G_XO_Silek says:
@::raises hand in Vulcan salute:: One/Septimum/Treo: Greetings…

A_JAG_Vekh says:
::stops in front of transporter room door and waits for A_XO to enter first:: A_XO: That's good, I'm inclined to believe them and their stories.

G_FCO_Harlok says:
::looks at Suvok intently:: G_OPS: How can we decide anything ... without corroboration?

G_CNS_Ashworth says:
@::nods to Septimum::

Host A_CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
A_TO:  Thank you, Lieutenant.  Keep monitoring them and let me know if anything appears.

G_OPS_Serok says:
::monitors as the away team arrives on the surface and makes sure that she has a transporter lock::

A_CMO_Naegle says:
A_MO: Yes, they do seem interesting.  And we're stuck in research … oh well; we do need to help the bridge crew as much as we can.

A_JAG_Vekh says:
::steps on the pad and waits::

A_CTO_Cha`Dak says:
*A_CEO*: Understood. ::glances at Sonja:: *A_EO*: If you come up with anything, please let me know.

G_OPS_Serok says:
G_FCO: Indeed Mister Harlok, you are correct.

A_TO_Masterson says:
A_CO: Aye sir.

A_CEO_Yeung says:
*A_CTO*: Will do, Lieutenant.

A_CSO_Storal says:
A_SO: What are your thoughts on the matter Lieutenant?

A_OPS_Davore says:
::looks up and sees that Captain Turnbull is back, smiles to herself::

A_TO_Masterson says:
::continues to monitor long-range sensors and keeps an eye on the shields and weapons::

Host A_CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
A_CSO:  I understand what you mean.  I think it may have something to do with their incorporating the Borg into their society.

A_XO_Linard says:
::nods to the Transporter OPS:: Transporter Operator: Energize…

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: Apache's Away Team joins the Ganymede team already on the surface.

A_OPS_Davore says:
::catches the A_CTO’s glance and looks back at him with an eyebrow raised::

A_CTO_Cha`Dak says:
A_OPS_Davore: So, how did you enjoy your first away mission?

G_FCO_Harlok says:
::grunts:: G_OPS: It's like my grandfather always said, ‘Never buy rice you can't inspect for yourself.’

A_JAG_Vekh says:
::dematerializes::

A_OPS_Davore says:
A_CTO: It was … educational.  ::thinks about it some more:: Very interesting... ::smiles enthusiastically::

Host Septimum says:
@::bows to the Apache delegates and looks to One::

A_SO_Hammond says:
A_CSO: I'm inclined to trust them, sir.

Host G_XO_Silek says:
@::nods in greeting to the Apache crew::

A_XO_Linard says:
::appears on the surface in the bubble and smiles at the Ossarra representatives::

A_JAG_Vekh says:
@::materializes on the surface once again::

G_OPS_Serok says:
::raises her eyebrow:: G_FCO: I believe that I understand your meaning, Lieutenant.

A_MO_Sarel says:
A_CMO: Yes, I know.

A_CSO_Storal says:
A_CO: Yes sir … I would have to say that is the biggest concern. I’m sure that some of the Federation council members will have the same feeling.

A_OPS_Davore says:
A_CTO: A big red circle date on my calendar for sure.

G_FCO_Harlok says:
::runs another scan of the local system and compares it to tactical::

Host One says:
@All: Welcome back, everyone...

A_JAG_Vekh says:
@::bows respectfully to Septimum, Treo, and One::

G_CNS_Ashworth says:
@::nods and smiles as the away team from the Apache arrives::

A_CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::enters the Turbolift waiting for her to join him:: A_OPS_Davore: How is your training in OPS going?

A_XO_Linard says:
@One: Thank you.

A_JAG_Vekh says:
@::nods to Ganymede Away Team:: G_CNS/G_XO: Commanders…

Host One says:
@::steeples his hands in front of his face:: All: The Ossarra have come to a conclusion which they have authorized me to relay to you.

Host G_XO_Silek says:
@::nods to Commander Vekh::

A_MO_Sarel says:
A_CMO: They must be pretty unusual … to have this relationship with the Borg.

Host G_XO_Silek says:
@::turns his attention to One::

G_OPS_Serok says:
::listens intently to the conversation::

A_XO_Linard says:
@::waits eagerly to hear the reply::

A_JAG_Vekh says:
@::waits in anticipation::

Host A_CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
A_CSO:  With our previous experience with the Borg, you are right about that.  However, there seems to be quite a difference in these repatriated Borg.  Maybe just how humble they appear.

Host One says:
@All: The Ossarra will agree to take up residence on this planet. In exchange they will become a full member-race of the United Federation of Planets … however, they have one stipulation…

A_OPS_Davore says:
A_CTO: It's been coming along, sir.  ::grins:: But I must say, Tactical was a lot more intense.  ::steps into the Turbolift::

G_CNS_Ashworth says:
@::listens to One::

A_EO_Powers says:
A_CEO: I'm feeling a lot better, thank you sir. I'm looking at ways in which we could improve the engine efficiency. I haven't found anything yet, but I’ll let you know when I do.

Host G_XO_Silek says:
@::raises eyebrow and awaits the stipulation::

A_JAG_Vekh says:
One: Which would be…? ::waits::

A_CMO_Naegle says:
A_MO: I know … that part of the puzzle still bothers me.  But at least we know what they are like.

Host Septimum says:
@::looks intently for reactions::

A_XO_Linard says:
@One: And what may this stipulation be?

G_CNS_Ashworth says:
@::waits for the other shoe to fall::

A_CEO_Yeung says:
::nods:: EO: I hope you do. Meanwhile, we'll also have to decipher some of the Ossarran technology.

G_OPS_Serok says:
::looks up at the G_FCO::

Host One says:
@All: They will agree to your terms, if you will agree to allow two representatives to take part in a period of observation on each of your respective vessels.

A_SO_Hammond says:
::nods in agreement with the CO::

Host A_CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
A_TO:  Mister Masterson, did tactical scans of the Ossarran vessel show anything of their weapons systems?

A_CSO_Storal says:
A_CO: I just wish I were able to beam over to their ship for ten minutes...

A_CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::nods:: A_OPS: I must agree with you, it is a change from medical.

A_EO_Powers says:
A_CEO: Fine sir.

G_FCO_Harlok says:
::pauses as he gets the cold feeling someone is watching him::

A_CMO_Naegle says:
::begins to send the remainder of her research to the bridges of both ships::

Host G_XO_Silek says:
@::looks to the A_XO, a questioning look on his face::

A_OPS_Davore says:
A_CTO: The Ossarra ... such an interesting race.

A_CTO_Cha`Dak says:
Turbolift: Bridge.

Host One says:
@All: At the end of the observation period, if the representatives are satisfied that the Federation will use our technology only for the purpose of furthering humanity ... we will embrace full membership in the Federation.

G_CNS_Ashworth says:
@::looks to the G_XO::

Host A_CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
A_CSO:  I think we all would like a closer look at their ship and technologies.

A_JAG_Vekh says:
@::looks to XO Linard and the others, waiting for their reaction::

G_OPS_Serok says:
::raises her eyebrow::

A_TO_Masterson says:
A_CO: No sir, they did not.  We have no current information on any of the Ossarran military tactics or weapons.

G_FCO_Harlok says:
::slowly turns his head toward Suvok and swallows:: G_OPS: Sir?

A_OPS_Davore says:
TL: Bridge. ::continues talking:: A_CTO: Yeah...

A_CTO_Cha`Dak says:
A_OPS_Davore: Do you think they are a threat, or an ally?

A_CSO_Storal says:
A_CO: I would have to agree with you on that.

G_OPS_Serok says:
::shakes her head:: G_FCO: Yes, Lieutenant?

Host A_CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
A_TO:  Understood, Lieutenant.

A_TO_Masterson says:
A_CO: Aye sir.

A_JAG_Vekh says:
@One: …and what if the delegates find the Federation 'unsuitable' of membership after the observation period?

A_XO_Linard says:
@::smiles at One:: One: I don't see that being a problem. How long would this period of observation be?

A_CSO_Storal says:
A_SO: So how are you adjusting to the role of a science officer Mister Hammond?

Host G_XO_Silek says:
@One: I can agree for the USS Ganymede as well.

Host One says:
@::sits back and waits for their thoughts:: JAG: Then the Ossarra will vacate this world, and then leave the space of the United Federation of Planets.

A_CMO_Naegle says:
*A_CSO*: Commander, I'm sending the remainder of my research to your station, sir.  I've done all I can do.

G_FCO_Harlok says:
::smirks:: G_OPS: Well ... for good or bad, we're committed now.

A_OPS_Davore says:
A_CTO: Well, right now an ally. I… ::hesitates:: …although there are a lot of fears of the Borg, these Ossarra are not, technically, Borg. They may look like them, but they don't live or act like them. They're a race that was Borg, and now they are individuals.

A_CSO_Storal says:
*A_CMO*: Thank you, Doctor ... good work.

A_XO_Linard says:
@::looks sidelong at Jag:: One: I'm sure we will more than meet your standards.

G_OPS_Serok says:
::nods at Harlok:: G_FCO: Indeed, Mister Harlok.

A_SO_Hammond says:
A_CSO: I think I'm getting the hang of it, sir.  Sometimes I have the urge to answer the communications panel or run to engineering … but not as often lately.

Host One says:
@::glances at Linard critically:: A_XO: I believe your Federation requires a period of observation of no less than one standard earth year before a culture can be considered for membership .... I believe that will be sufficient for our purposes as well.

A_OPS_Davore says:
A_CTO: Individuals with thoughts and feelings ... and they wish to settle on this planet that's tucked away in a corner of the universe. They just want a home.

A_EO_Powers says:
CEO: I'll get back to it, sir.

A_CTO_Cha`Dak says:
A_OPS_Davore: And you do not consider the Borg a threat, even once disconnected from the hive mind?

A_CMO_Naegle says:
*A_CSO*: Glad to be of service, sir.

A_JAG_Vekh says:
@::nods to One:: One: Then I find no apparent problems with the proposal… ::gets the A_XO's message::

Host A_CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
A_TO:  Do you have experience at flight control, Mister Masterson?

A_OPS_Davore says:
::looks up at the A_CTO:: A_CTO: That is what I think, sir.

Host G_XO_Silek says:
@ ::raises eyebrow:: Self: A year?

A_TO_Masterson says:
A_CO: No sir, I do not.

A_CEO_Yeung says:
*A_CSO*: Commander, Lieutenant Commander Yeung here, I was wondering if you have any more information on the Ossarran technology?

G_OPS_Serok says:
::raises eyebrow and shakes her head::

G_CNS_Ashworth says:
@::looks to the G_XO in surprise to the condition::

A_OPS_Davore says:
::shakes her head:: A_CTO: I remember reading about a captain in my textbook, Captain Jean-Luc Picard.  Wasn't he turned into a Borg once?  And was recovered?

G_FCO_Harlok says:
::shakes head:: Self: Baka… ::adjusts the Ganymede’s trim to give a better angle to the sensors::

A_CSO_Storal says:
::transfers the doctors findings to a PADD:: *A_CEO*: Mister Yeung, here is the Doctors report. ::hands the PADD to the CO and transfers its contents to Main Engineering::

Host A_CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::nods:: A_TO:  Then I would like you to work with Mister V'Taran.

A_CMO_Naegle says:
A_MO: Well, that's done.  Now we sit back and wait for the fun to start. ::grins::

A_CSO_Storal says:
*A_CEO*: No Jon, we’ve found nothing.

Host One says:
@::bangs his cane on the ground loudly:: G_XO/A_XO: Then we have an agreement?

A_OPS_Davore says:
A_CTO: If it happened once ... disconnecting a mind from the hive, it can happen again.

A_XO_Linard says:
@::is taken aback by the length of time for observation:: One: Are you sure you are going to wait that long to inhabit this planet?

A_TO_Masterson says:
A_CO: Aye sir.

Host A_CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::takes the PADD from Kylorean:: A_CSO:  Thank you, Commander.  ::reads through the report::

A_CTO_Cha`Dak says:
A_OPS_Davore: That is correct, but his mind was extremely agile, from all reports, and he was not assimilated for very long.

A_CEO_Yeung says:
*A_CSO*: All right, sir. We'll keep working on what we have now.

A_CSO_Storal says:
*A_CEO*: Acknowledged ... send me your report when you’re finished.

Host One says:
@A_XO: The Ossarra will immediately begin colonizing this world ... while the period of observation is going on.

A_CEO_Yeung says:
*A_CSO*: Will do, sir.

Host FCO_V`Taran says:
::demonstrates the helm controls to Lieutenant JG Masterson::

A_OPS_Davore says:
::pauses and thinks before she answers as the Turbolift comes to a halt:: A_CTO: Perhaps, but the Ossarra should be given a chance to find peace, shouldn't they?  ::looks at the Turbolift doors as they slide open::

A_TO_Masterson says:
::watches V'Taran closely::

A_JAG_Vekh says:
@One: What is the possibility that the Borg have followed the Ossarra from the Delta Quadrant?

A_CTO_Cha`Dak says:
A_OPS: Yes, you are correct. They should.

A_CSO_Storal says:
A_SO: Well according to the rest of the department, the junior officers speak highly of you.

Host Septimum says:
@::turns and walks to edge of enclosure to meet another drone and takes a packet from him and returns to the table::

Host One says:
@JAG: I don't believe their is any chance of that ... our cloaking technology has always eluded the Borg.

A_CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::exits the Turbolift and moves directly to tactical one, glancing around the bridge to see whose present::

Host G_XO_Silek says:
@::frowns:: One: I believe the Federation may prefer the Ossarra would not colonize the planet during the observation period.

A_OPS_Davore says:
A_CTO: What's your take on this?  ::follows him off the turbolift::

Host Treo says:
@::glances at Septimum and then to the two away teams::

Host FCO_V`Taran says:
A_TO:  I am certain you will catch on quickly.  I can select training programs for you to use on the holodeck as well if you like.

A_CTO_Cha`Dak says:
A_OPS_Davore: I trust the Ossarran little.

A_CMO_Naegle says:
::begins to run diagnostics on medical equipment::

G_CNS_Ashworth says:
@::agrees with what G_XO had just said::

A_TO_Masterson says:
V'Taran: I do not believe that will be necessary.

A_SO_Hammond says:
A_CSO: Thank you, sir.  It's nice to put all my efforts into one department and not three at once.

A_JAG_Vekh says:
@One: I'm sorry if it seems I'm making things more difficult, but the Federation has had its run-ins with the Borg not long ago.

Host One says:
@::glances at Silek disapprovingly:: G_XO: You wish the Ossarra to remain in orbit of this world, so close to them, for one year?

A_CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::notices his tactical officer has manned the helm::

Host FCO_V`Taran says:
A_TO: As you wish.

A_OPS_Davore says:
A_CTO: A little suspicion is a healthy thing.  ::moves to her OPS station:: I suppose everyone has some doubt at some time.

A_CEO_Yeung says:
::goes over to a console and brings up data collected on the Ossarran ship::

A_CSO_Storal says:
A_SO: Well, it shows ... I meant to ask you, how did you like your first away mission?

A_XO_Linard says:
@One: Are you sure that you do not wish to review our history on the Federation?

Host G_XO_Silek says:
@ One: Perhaps the Ossarra may join the Federation provisionally beforehand?

A_JAG_Vekh says:
@One: If you were to colonize this world and become a member of the Federation, then Starfleet will need to provide security to your people.

A_OPS_Davore says:
::greets the duty OPS there and grins:: Rakhmatullin: Greetings, I'm back for more lessons! ::turns her attention to the console::

Host One says:
@Silek: I am willing to agree to that... ::frowns::

Host Septimum says:
@::moves closer to Treo and One::

G_CNS_Ashworth says:
@::senses a ‘but’  from One::

A_MO_Sarel says:
A_CMO: Is there anything you want me to do, sir?  If not I can go over medical supplies or something.

A_JAG_Vekh says:
@One: Have you considered exchanging the technology that allowed you to dominate the Borg in your society?

Host FCO_V`Taran says:
::looks up at the young Lieutenant:: A_TO:  I believe you will learn more efficiently if you take over the helm.  ::stands and steps to the side::

Host One says:
@JAG: Once our observers are satisfied that our technology will be used to better humanity, the Ossarra will share ALL their technology, Commander.

A_CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::scans long-range sensors for other nearby ships::

A_TO_Masterson says:
::sits down and looks at him:: V’Taran: You sure about this?

A_CMO_Naegle says:
AMO: Yeah, why don't you do that … make a list of anything we need to restock on and I'll requisition it.

Host Septimum says:
@A_JAG: We Borg, are not dominated. We are Ossarran.

A_OPS_Davore says:
::carefully taps in her officer's code and releases the controls to herself::

A_SO_Hammond says:
::smiles:: A_CSO: It was interesting, considering it was all of a sudden.  I didn't do some of the things I probably should have as a science officer, but I learned.

Host One says:
@::raises a hand to quiet Septimum::

A_CEO_Yeung says:
::turns to EO:: EO: The Ossarran are as strange as they come, aren't they, Ensign. What do you think of them?

A_MO_Sarel says:
A_CMO: Okay, I'll do that sir.

A_JAG_Vekh says:
@::only nods to One’s reply and waits for Commander Linard and Silek’s decision::

A_SO_Hammond says:
A_CSO: It was also nice to have not been shot this time too.

Host G_XO_Silek says:
@ One: If the Ossarra agree to join the Federation with the provision stated, I am certain that Starfleet will approve the observation period.

Host Septimum says:
@::stands silently::

A_XO_Linard says:
@One: I'm thinking there may be an easier way to do this.

Host A_CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::looks up from the report then walks over to Sonja:: A_OPS: Transmit this along with the other recent reports to Starfleet Command.

A_OPS_Davore says:
::almost faints from the flashing lights that are bleeping all over the flight control console::

A_CSO_Storal says:
A_SO: Well, just consider it on the job training. ::chuckles:: Yes, its always good not to be shot at.

A_CMO_Naegle says:
::nods:: A_MO: Go to it then!  ::grins::

A_JAG_Vekh says:
@One/Septimum: My apologies, I made a poor choice of words ... I meant the tech that allowed you to 'integrate' the Borg into your society.

A_OPS_Davore says:
::looks slightly disorientated as she answers the A_CO:: A_CO: Aye sir!  ::takes the report::  Right away, sir!

G_OPS_Serok says:
::prepares a report to send to Starfleet::

A_TO_Masterson says:
::looks up:: V'Taran: What now?

Host G_XO_Silek says:
@::looks at the A_XO and waits for her to speak::

A_CMO_Naegle says:
::walks into her office and gets a cup of coffee from the replicator::

A_MO_Sarel says:
::starts checking medical supplies and the like::

A_XO_Linard says:
@One: There may be a way to do this without a representative going to our ships…

A_JAG_Vekh says:
@::bows apologetically to Septimum::

A_SO_Hammond says:
A_CSO: I just hope I get a little more notice for the next mission.  ::chuckles::

Host One says:
@::stands:: A_XO: Perhaps, Commander ... however this is the way we will do it. If we are all in agreement, the observation period will begin now?

A_OPS_Davore says:
::downloads the contents of the PADD into the computer::  *A_CMO*: Commander Naegle?

G_FCO_Harlok says:
::frowns as the Apache seems to be yawing slightly to port:: Self: Eh?

A_CSO_Storal says:
::walks over and whispers to the A_CO: A_CO: Sonja has come a long way hasn’t she, Captain.

Host FCO_V`Taran says:
A_TO: Yes, we are maintaining our current orbit. This will simply serve to familiarize you more efficiently with the controls.  I will remain to ensure that you manage correctly.

A_XO_Linard says:
@One: If you will permit me to make this suggestion, I think you may agree to this....

A_CMO_Naegle says:
*A_OPS*: Yes Cadet, what can I do for you?

A_TO_Masterson says:
V'Taran: Aye sir.

Host One says:
@A_XO: Yes, Commander?

Host A_CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
A_CSO:  Yes, and it's good to have her back on board.  She shows much promise.

A_OPS_Davore says:
*A_CMO*: I'm about to transmit the most recent data and reports to Starfleet Command.  Is there anything you would like to submit so that I can ... umm ... pass it along?

A_JAG_Vekh says:
@::remains silent reviewing everything in his mind searching for any blind spot in the proposed deal::

A_CSO_Storal says:
A_SO: Like you didn’t get enough?  ::laughs::

A_OPS_Davore says:
::taps other controls with a little more ease now than she did a little while ago. She compiles and packages the data to be sent::

G_CNS_Ashworth says:
@::keeping aware of what's going on around her::

A_CMO_Naegle says:
*A_OPS*: I've submitted my report to science already; it should be with Commander Storal's research.

A_SO_Hammond says:
A_CSO: Well, I suppose evacuating the ship was pretty sufficient. ::laughs::

A_CTO_Cha`Dak says:
COM:G_TO Benden: Ensign Benden, this is Lieutenant Cha`Dak of the Apache, please respond.

A_XO_Linard says:
@One: Without having an Ossarran be placed on one of our ships, you may begin to colonize this planet for a year of your observation. During that time you will not be asked to share any technology until the year is up and you have made your decision as to whether or not you wish to stay...

A_JAG_Vekh says:
@G_CNS: What do you think will be the impact of the presence of Ossarran representatives on the ships?

Host Septimum says:
@::remains silent and nods acceptance to A_JAG::

Host One says:
@A_XO/G_XO: That arrangement would not allow us to learn anything about you. ::pauses:: The Ossarra are prepared to proceed with the arrangements for the observation period as I have detailed. Is the Federation?

A_OPS_Davore says:
*A_CMO*: Oh understood, sir.  Sonja ... I mean Davore, out.

G_TO_Benden says:
COM: Apache: CTO: This is Ensign Benden; go ahead.

G_CNS_Ashworth says:
@A_JAG:  I don't know, I suppose only time will tell.

A_XO_Linard says:
@One: Of course, as you have done with us, we would be happy to share anything from our databanks you wish to see.

A_CMO_Naegle says:
::chuckles and walks out of her office:: A_MO: You know I do believe that Sonja Davore is going to be a fine asset to this crew.

Host One says:
@::glances to Silek:: G_XO: A yes or a no, Commander.

A_CSO_Storal says:
A_SO: Yes it was, it’s good to have you back in one piece.

A_TO_Masterson says:
V'Taran: How am I doing, sir?

A_JAG_Vekh says:
@A_XO/G_XO/G_CNS: May I speak, sirs?

A_CTO_Cha`Dak says:
COM: G_TO Benden: Ensign, could you please send me any and all data concerning the Ossarran use of your transporters. I wish to cross-reference with our own data, to try and work out how this was managed.

Host FCO_V`Taran says:
::observes Masterson:: A_TO:  You are doing well, Lieutenant.

Host G_XO_Silek says:
Vekh: Commander, you have a legal observation?

A_MO_Sarel says:
A_CMO: Yeah? That's good to hear. ::smiles::

A_JAG_Vekh says:
@G_XO: More like a personal observation, Commander.

G_FCO_Harlok says:
::watches the Apache's gimbals and orientation in perplexed::

A_SO_Hammond says:
A_CSO: It's good to be back in one piece, I’m hoping it’s a trend.

A_TO_Masterson says:
::looks at V'Taran like he's crazy::

Host One says:
@::waits for them to make up their minds as his patience grows thin::

G_TO_Benden says:
COM: A_CTO: Aye sir. ::presses a few buttons:: I’m transmitting now.

A_CMO_Naegle says:
A_MO: She just needs a little more self-confidence, but she's doing a bang up job, as are you, by the way.

Host FCO_V`Taran says:
A_TO:  You seem surprised, sir.

Host G_XO_Silek says:
@ Vekh: Proceed.

A_CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::begins receiving the data::

A_CSO_Storal says:
A_SO: Well, just keep frosty and keep your eyes open … you’ll be fine.

A_OPS_Davore1 says:
::sees that the reports are all there and checks the packets are secure before hitting send on the console::

A_JAG_Vekh says:
@All: I think the fundamental issue here is not to allow our mistrust of the Borg to interfere in our judgment of the Ossarra and the Borg members of their society.

A_TO_Masterson says:
V'Taran: Yes, I am very surprised.  I never thought I'd be flying a ship.  I was trained in tactical, not flight control.

A_JAG_Vekh says:
@All: For instance, my own race is highly regarded as a race of criminals and smugglers.

A_OPS_Davore says:
A_CO: Report sent, sir.

Host G_XO_Silek says:
@ :: nods :: One: You must understand ... the Borg have left a profound footprint on the Federation … it is difficult to look past.

A_XO_Linard says:
@One: I think that we would be honored to have your people as representatives aboard our ships. I'm sure there is much to learn about each other and our cultures.

Host FCO_V`Taran says:
::nods::  A_TO:  This is understandable, however it is important to be at least familiar with other operations on the ship Lieutenant.

G_FCO_Harlok says:
G_OPS: Sir ... can you check to see if the Apache is ok? I got them rolling slightly away to port.

A_JAG_Vekh says:
@All: However you are all here listening to my suggestions because you came to know me better along the way. I think we should give the Ossarra the benefit of the doubt, much like I was once given.

Host A_CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
A_OPS:  Thank you Sonja.

A_JAG_Vekh says:
@All: That's my opinion.

A_TO_Masterson says:
V'Taran: I am, just not flight control material.

G_OPS_Serok says:
::looks at the G_FCO’s console:: G_FCO: You are correct, Mister Harlok.

A_OPS_Davore says:
::monitors the away team on the planet and notes that they are all well::

G_CNS_Ashworth says:
@All:  I'm up to saying let them join but on the provisional basis, who knows what we can learn from each other.

A_CTO_Cha`Dak says:
A_TO_Masterson: Now would be a good time then, yes?

Host FCO_V`Taran says:
A_TO:  True, but you will benefit by learning.

A_MO_Sarel says:
A_CMO: Well ... thank you, sir.

Host G_XO_Silek says:
@ One: I can agree to the observation period provisionally. We have much to learn from each other.

G_FCO_Harlok says:
::rechecks his data and nods:: OPS: Yeah ... but looks like they're trying to correct.

G_OPS_Serok says:
COM: Apache:  Apache, we have you rolling slightly to port, is everything all right?

A_TO_Masterson says:
A_CTO: I guess so, sir.

A_TO_Masterson says:
V'Taran: True.

A_OPS_Davore says:
COM: Ganymede: G_OPS: Yes we are...

G_FCO_Harlok says:
::frowns:: OPS: I don't see a malfunction though…

A_CMO_Naegle says:
A_MO:  You are most welcome.  How is the supply inventory coming along?

Host One says:
@::nods at what Vekh has said:: All: …And Commander Linard, does your group agree to accept our terms?

A_OPS_Davore says:
::looks over at the A_TO::  COM: Ganymede: G_OPS: We ... umm ... have a new pilot at helm.

A_CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::wonders at this young Klingons lack of confidence::

Host Septimum says:
@::listens intently to the debate::

A_SO_Hammond says:
A_CSO: Sir, you have put together a real fine department here and I'm glad to be a part of it.

G_OPS_Serok says:
COM: A_OPS: Acknowledged, Ganymede out.

Host FCO_V`Taran says:
A_TO:  Activate these controls to correct.  ::indicates the controls she should use::

G_FCO_Harlok says:
::looks at OPS in alarm:: G_OPS: Maybe they’re being taken over by the Borg?

A_XO_Linard says:
@One: I don't see it being a problem, but if you will permit me a short time to consult with my superiors on this I'll see to it that we get underway as soon as possible.

G_OPS_Serok says:
GFCO: Well Lieutenant, it looks like they have a new pilot.  Steady as she goes Mister Harlok.

A_TO_Masterson says:
::straightens the ship out with the controls::

A_CSO_Storal says:
A_SO: Well, thank you ... and don’t get any ideas about taking my job ::chuckles::

A_OPS_Davore says:
::knows exactly how the A_TO feels, being new at something and unfamiliar with the controls::

A_MO_Sarel says:
ACMO: I have a list here ... a few items need to be restocked. ::shows her the list::

A_SO_Hammond says:
A_CSO: I don't think you have any worries there, yet sir.

Host One says:
@::sighs frustrated:: A_XO: Very well ... we will await your communication on the Ossarran vessel. We must have it as soon as possible. ::makes a motion to Septimum and all three Borg dissolve and transport back to the vessel in orbit::

Host FCO_V`Taran says:
A_TO: That is correct.

A_CSO_Storal says:
A_SO: Yet, Lieutenant? ::smiles::

A_XO_Linard says:
@::watches the Ossarran disappear::

A_TO_Masterson says:
A_OPS: Thank you for the comfort, Cadet.

A_SO_Hammond says:
::smiles back::

Host G_XO_Silek says:
@ :: looks at Commander Linard :: A_XO: Do you think that your Captain will agree Commander?

A_CMO_Naegle says:
::takes the PADD from Sarel and scrolls down the list:: A_MO: Um hmm … thank you.  I'll requisition these right away.

A_SO_Hammond says:
A_CSO: What are we without ambition, sir?

A_XO_Linard says:
@::turns to the rest of the group:: G_XO: I don't see why not. I don't sense anything else from him only a genuine concern for his people. He wants to make sure this is done right ... just as we do.

A_JAG_Vekh says:
@::notices the vanishing Borg and listens to A_XO::

A_OPS_Davore says:
::mutters to self:: Self: Someday ... someday ... maybe.

A_CSO_Storal says:
A_SO: True Mister Hammond, very true...

A_JAG_Vekh says:
@A_XO: Do you wish me to contact the ship and inform them of our current situation?

A_MO_Sarel says:
A_CMO: And here's something new to me … Elysian Tears. I asked the computer; apparently it’s a love potion except it looks like there's plenty of it in stock. ::laughs::

Host G_XO_Silek says:
@ *G_CO*: Silek to Ganymede, the Ossarran representatives have a request to observe the Ganymede and Apache for a one-year period sir, pending Federation Membership.

A_XO_Linard says:
@::shakes her head:: Vekh: No we will beam back now and inform Starfleet of our situation. I don't want to keep these people waiting any longer.

A_CMO_Naegle says:
*A_OPS*: Cadet, I'm sending you a list of supplies for sickbay.  Take care of requisitioning them at your convenience.

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: Both Away Teams dematerialize from the surface of the planet and rematerialize on the bridges of their respective vessels.

A_JAG_Vekh says:
A_XO: That's very thoughtful of you, Commander.

A_OPS_Davore says:
*A_CMO*: Yes, Commander.

G_FCO_Harlok says:
::blinks at Silek's message:: G_OPS: They want us to stay in orbit for a year?

A_CSO_Storal says:
::smiles at the XO's return::

G_CNS_Ashworth says:
::suddenly finds herself on the bridge of the Ganymede::

A_JAG_Vekh says:
::looks around finding himself back to the bridge:: Self: Someday I'll get used to it ... but not today I’m afraid.

Host A_CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::looks up as Kathleen and Drayan appear:: XO: How did it go on the surface?

G_OPS_Serok says:
G_FCO:  I do not believe that that is the purpose, Lieutenant.

A_XO_Linard says:
::rematerializes on the bridge and nods to the captain::

Host G_XO_Silek says:
::materializes on the bridge and hears the G_FCO's comment :: G_FCO: Not exactly Mt Harlok. They wish to send a representative to us.

A_CMO_Naegle says:
::raises eyebrow at MO:: MO: Elysian Tears?  Okay.  What would we need with Elysian Tears for?

G_FCO_Harlok says:
::sees the G_XO and G_CNS appear and smirks:: XO/CNS: Welcome back aboard, sirs!

A_OPS_Davore says:
::looks suddenly bewildered and looks up at the official OPS next to her:: Rakhmatullin: So ... uh ... what do I do with that?

G_FCO_Harlok says:
::scowls:: XO: May I ask who, sir?

A_OPS_Davore says:
::looks up as she detects a transport to the bridge::

Host A_CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::glances at the CTO:: CTO:  As you were, Lieutenant.

A_SO_Hammond says:
::looks up at the XO and JAG as they appear::

A_MO_Sarel says:
A_CMO: I guess anyone who needs to woo someone special? ::smiles::

A_XO_Linard says:
A_CO: Quite well, actually. They are willing to oblige as long as a representative from their people can be placed on the Apache and the Ganymede as observers.

A_JAG_Vekh says:
::steps to the side allowing the A_XO to speak::

A_XO_Linard says:
::glances at the A_CSO and smiles::

A_CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::looks sheepish:: A_CO: Aye sir.

A_OPS_Rakhmatullin says:
A_OPS: Well ... you do an inventory check and if you have it, then you give it to them. If you don't, then you'll have to deny their request. We can restock it once we resupply at a Starbase.

A_CSO_Storal says:
Self: That sounds acceptable.

A_TO_Masterson says:
V'Taran: Would you like to take back over now, sir?

Host G_XO_Silek says:
G_FCO: I would not presume to guess the Ossarran representative, Mister Harlok.

Host A_CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::forces herself not to smile at the situation as she concentrates on what Kathleen has told her:: A_XO:  That is an interesting proposition.

A_XO_Linard says:
A_CO: The only thing is, they wish the length of time to be a full earth year.

A_CMO_Naegle says:
::thinks of the possibilities:: A_MO: You do have a point, Doctor Sarel, you do have a point.  ::turns and walks back toward her office to ponder the thought::

G_FCO_Harlok says:
::turns back to his console and scowls:: Self: Probably a Borg. That would be our luck.

G_OPS_Serok says:
::raises eyebrow at the G_FCO:: 

A_OPS_Davore says:
::moves her head from side to side as she thinks about what Rakhmatullin said::  Rakhmatullin: That makes a lot of sense. ::looks down at the requests from sickbay::

G_CNS_Ashworth says:
::sits in her chair::  G_XO:  I believe it would be in everyone best interest to agree to their proposal.  It seems that they just want a place to call home.

A_CSO_Storal says:
A_CO: Sir, I think a year is more than acceptable. We stand to gain so much if they take on full membership.

G_OPS_Serok says:
::looks up at the G_XO:: G_XO: Commander, I have the reports and data ready to transmit to Starfleet Command.

A_JAG_Vekh says:
A_CO: If I may add, Captain, it is my opinion that the Ossarra are true to what they are telling us. I see no apparent deceit

Host G_XO_Silek says:
::nods to the G_CNS:: G_CNS: I agree as well. G_OPS: Open a channel to the Apache.

A_MO_Sarel says:
::laughs and makes a point to remember about the Elysian Tears for future reference::

Host A_CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
A_XO:  It sounds like they want to observe us for the same amount of time that the Federation will observe their progress.  I admit it is a different approach, and I must agree with Commander Storal, we have as much to gain by their presence here as they do.

A_TO_Masterson says:
::continues to fly the ship hoping V'Taran will want to take back over::

A_XO_Linard says:
::looks to the A_CSO and nods:: A_CO: It was my thoughts exactly, we have nothing to hide. I'm sure we may more than meet their standards as well learn quite a bit about them as guests on our ships.

A_OPS_Davore says:
::eavesdrops on the buzzing bridge conversations:: Self: I'm not really eavesdropping ... I'm gathering information.

G_OPS_Serok says:
GXO: Aye sir. ::pushes a few buttons:: Channel open.

A_CMO_Naegle says:
::thinks about telling Tom about these Elysian Tears, then decides not to::

A_OPS_Davore says:
::looks at Rakhmatullin:: Rakhmatullin: I guess I'll fill these orders for sickbay then.

Host A_CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::nods to Commander Vekh:: A_XO:  I would be happy to welcome the Ossarra representative aboard.

A_XO_Linard says:
::smiles:: A_CO: I will inform him immediately.

A_OPS_Rakhmatullin says:
::pats the Cardassian girl's head much to her annoyance::  A_OPS: Maybe later, right now you're on bridge duty.

Host A_CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::smiles:: A_XO:  Excellent Commander.

Host G_XO_Silek says:
COM: A_CO: Ganymede to Apache, we see no inconvenience in having a representative on the Ganymede. Do you agree as well Captain?

G_FCO_Harlok says:
::sighs and tries to focus on his station thinking this is a bad, bad, idea ... but not his decision to make::

Host A_CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
A_OPS:  Prepare suitable guest quarters for the Ossarra representative.

A_XO_Linard says:
A_OPS: Hail the Ossarran ship and tell them we will be more than happy to accept their terms and await their arrival.

A_OPS_Davore says:
A_CO/A_XO: Yes, sir!  Right away sir!

A_OPS_Davore says:
COM: Ossarran Ship: This is the Apache, we are willing to accept your terms and are awaiting your arrival.

A_MO_Sarel says:
::continues her search of the medicines, who knows what else might be found::

G_OPS_Serok says:
::begins to have quarters prepared for the guest::

Host A_CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
COM: G_XO:  Commander, we were about to notify the Ossarra of our decision to accept their request.  We feel that it will be beneficial for all involved.

Host G_XO_Silek says:
G_OPS: Notify the Ossarran Vessel that we agree as well. COM: Apache. I agree Captain.

A_OPS_Davore says:
::registers guests quarters on deck 10::  A_XO: How many Ossarran should we be expecting, sir?

A_XO_Linard says:
A_OPS: Just one, Sonja.

G_FCO_Harlok says:
::wonders if he should put in for a transfer … shakes head and concentrates on his navigational system data::

G_OPS_Serok says:
COM: Ossarran vessel: This is the USS Ganymede, we accept your proposal and await your representative.

Host OCO_Rhianok says:
@COM: Apache/Ganymede: I am pleased to see that both your vessels have agreed to accept our terms for membership in the Federation. Our representatives will beam aboard both your ships momentarily to begin the Observation Period. We will have then beam directly to your medical bays so that your Doctors can be sure they are no threat biologically.

A_OPS_Davore says:
::nods:: A_XO: Okay. ::requests Miss White to get room number 1045 ready for the guest::

G_OPS_Serok says:
::looks up at the G_XO::

Host G_XO_Silek says:
*G_CMO*: Doctor, report to the Medical Bay. We are about to receive a new crewmember.

Host A_CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::looks up at Ens. V'Taran:: FCO: Resume control of the helm.  A_TO:  I believe Lieutenant Cha`Dak could use your services at Tactical.

A_JAG_Vekh says:
A_XO: Do you want me to get down to sickbay and welcome our representative, sir?

A_OPS_Davore says:
A_CO/A_XO: I guess we better contact sickbay ... and notify them of the guest.

A_TO_Masterson says:
::gets up and goes to tactical station two::

A_EO_Powers says:
A_CEO: Is there anything I can do?

A_XO_Linard says:
*A_CMO*: Doctor, there will be a new guest arriving shortly.

Host FCO_V`Taran says:
::waits for Lieutenant JG Masterson to stand and then takes his place:: A_CO:  Aye Sir.

A_TO_Masterson says:
A_CO: Aye sir.

Host Jafo says:
ACTION: Almost immediately after the Ossarran Communiqué is received a transporter signal is detected in both the Apache and the Ganymede's sickbays. Seconds later, on both ships, the intruder alert klaxons go off as the ships internal sensors detect Borg signatures aboard; Treo, aboard the Apache, and Septimum aboard the Ganymede.

Host Jafo says:
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