Host Jafo says:
Star Trek: Apache - Episode #14
Week # 2
Mission: "Independence"

Host Jafo says:
The Apache is nearing its arrival to the Riseal Homeworld and the crew is making final preparations to greet and welcome aboard their guests.

Host Jafo says:
Engineering crews continue to investigate and repair Reg's ship, which is being kept in the Apache's Main Shuttlebay. While Captain Lu and Mister Storal keep him company on the suspicions that there is more to his presence than meets the eye.

Host Jafo says:
The Senior Officers of the Apache have gathered in the Briefing Room off the bridge for a final briefing by Commander Storal on what they can expect of the Risealans.

Host Jafo says:
<<<<<<<<<< Begin Mission Week #2 >>>>>>>>>>>

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::is standing next to the viewport, arms crossed across his chest::

OPS_Edgemoor says:
:: sit comfortably in his seat looking up at Commander Storal ::

CEO_Yeung says:
::sitting at the briefing table::

CSO_Storal says:
::Is in the briefing room going  over a  series  of PADD’s::

Host Reg says:
::rocks his chair back and forth, surprised at how comfortable it is:: CEO: This is much nicer than anything on my ship...

SO_Hammond says:
::Looks around the briefing room as he takes a seat::

MO_Sarel says:
::in briefing room at a seat::

CNS_Vekh says:
::arrives at the briefing room a bit late::

XO_Linard says:
::sits in her seat watching Ky::

CEO_Yeung says:
Reg: I can imagine. I've seen your ship inside.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::makes herself comfortable at the table::

CNS_Vekh says:
::greets the officers present and takes a seat::

Host Reg says:
::feigns a look of mock indignation at the CEO's comment and chuckles::

OPS_Edgemoor says:
::glances over at the look on Reg's face and reminds himself to triple check inventories before that man leaves::

CEO_Yeung says:
::smiles friendly at Reg::

Host Reg says:
CEO: She may not be much to look at, but she gets you there in one piece.

CSO_Storal says:
::looks up and sees Reg::

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::looks around the table at her officers::  CNS:  Do you have your briefing ready on the Risealan people and customs?

XO_Linard says:
::leans over the table slightly and intertwines her fingers thoughtfully::

CEO_Yeung says:
Reg: From what I've seen, she might not have gotten you anywhere at all eventually.

CSO_Storal says:
::Stands up and walks to a view screen bringing up  the planetary scans.::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::watches the briefing room burst into activity from his vantage point near the window::

XO_Linard says:
::looks at the CEO and Reg for them to hush::

CNS_Vekh says:
CO: I think I can provide a glimpse at what we may expect there, sir with the new files we got

CEO_Yeung says:
::quiets down::

OPS_Edgemoor says:
:: moves his attention to the view screen showing the planet ::

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
CNS:  Please continue.

Host Reg says:
::shoves a bit of 'chew' into his cheek and begins to gnaw on it::

CSO_Storal says:
All: I can see  why this area is of extreme importance to  the  Federation and the  Risealans

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::turns his attention to the Commander::

CNS_Vekh says:
::reviews his notes as he waits his turn after the CSO::

CNS_Vekh says:
::and yes, he's paying attention at the CSO too::

OPS_Edgemoor says:
:: doesn't really see what the Commander sees and hopes to be enlightened ::

CSO_Storal says:
::points at  the mountain  range  in the  northern hemisphere:: All: We have detected a  high concentration of  dilithium in this region.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::nods in agreement with Commander Storal and listens as he continues::

XO_Linard says:
::listens intently::

Host Reg says:
::nods and bobs in his chair as he chews:: All: That's the Bisera Mountain Range ... not a whole lot of folks in that area. Most of the population is down in the city centers.

CSO_Storal says:
All:  That  is due to  the  fact  that the area is dense..

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CSO: Dense, Commander? With what?

OPS_Edgemoor says:
:: raises his hand in question ::

CSO_Storal says:
CTO: Meaning … it is a very rugged terrain.

SO_Hammond says:
::Makes a few notes on his PADD while listening::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::nods once::

CSO_Storal says:
OPS: Yes Lt?

OPS_Edgemoor says:
CSO: Sir, I thought this was a standard pick up and delivery why all this ....

CNS_Vekh says:
::listens with attention::

SO_Hammond says:
::Shakes his head at the question:: self: Never go into a situation blind of the facts.

CSO_Storal says:
OPS: You are correct Lt. But this is of importance.. The Orion Syndicate  would love to monopolize  this Dilithium  deposit..

Host Reg says:
OPS: As Sun Tzu would say, 'know thy enemy'.

CSO_Storal says:
OPS: Hence why their activity is heavy in this  area

CNS_Vekh says:
::notice OPS questions and thinks of the information he'll be delivering next::

OPS_Edgemoor says:
CSO: I see … thank you, sir.

CSO_Storal says:
All: Risealan technology has not allowed the extraction of the minerals due to the density of the surrounding strata. Federation scientists are anxious for the opportunity to bring in mining equipment more suitable to the terrain.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::nods quietly at Reg::

Host Reg says:
ACTION: Edgemoor's chair suddenly malfunctions and he finds himself lying flat on his back.

CSO_Storal says:
All: Riseal III has a standard gravity of 1.1 G, a day of 27 standard hours, and a 346.8 standard-day year. The upper layers of the planet's atmosphere are filled with extensive cloud formations, which result in perpetually overcast skies on the surface

CSO_Storal says:
All: The planet has a single moon which the Risealans have colonized, with Federation assistance, as a penal facility.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::watches the OPS fall backwards and rolls his eyes::

Host Reg says:
::looks at Edgemoor, lying on the floor, and stifles a chuckle::

CNS_Vekh says:
::turns sharply as OPS falls out of view behind the tabletop::

SO_Hammond says:
::Bites his lip to keep from laughing at OPS::

OPS_Edgemoor says:
Self: Oaf… ::gets back up and stands near the door::

CSO_Storal says:
All: Biologically Risealans are nearly identical to standard humanoids with the exception of earlobes which run from the tip of the jawbone to a bifurcated point roughly equal to their brow line.

CSO_Storal says:
All: Risealans exist in an earth normal atmosphere and retain similar tolerances to heat and cold. In physical toughness, Risealans are generally considered to be only slightly weaker than a standard human.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::thinks to himself 'In other words, very weak'::

CSO_Storal says:
All: Nearly 80% of the planet's surface is covered by water, which is concentrated in two horizontal bands that ring the planet. The rest of the planet's surface consists of mostly grassy plains with a single mountain range in the northern hemisphere and sparse sections of tropical growth throughout the southern hemisphere.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::takes a look to make sure John is okay after his fall and then continues to listen to Commander Storal::

CIV_Lu says:
::walks onto the bridge::

CIV_Lu says:
::strolls over to an empty station::

Host Reg says:
::mutters to the CEO as he points at Edgemoor's chair:: CEO: You might want to fix that.

CSO_Storal says:
All: That’s all that Science has...  Cmdr. Vekh will continue.

Host FCO_V`Taran says:
::turns as Lu enters the bridge:: All: Captain on the bridge.

CIV_Lu says:
::looks around::

CNS_Vekh says:
::takes the CSO's indication and rises from his chair, going to front of the screen::

CEO_Yeung says:
::under his breath:: Reg: Yes, I know.

CNS_Vekh says:
CSO: Thank you Mister Storal

CIV_Lu says:
::where’s the Captain??? ::

XO_Linard says:
::winks at Ky and nods..... turns her attention to Vekh::

TO_Verall says:
::comes to attention at TAC1::

Host FCO_V`Taran says:
Lu: Is there something I can get for you, Captain? ::stands from the center seat::

CIV_Lu says:
Aloud: As you where.

CSO_Storal says:
::takes  his seat next to Lt. Hammond:: SO:  ::Whispers::  I hate these  things.

CNS_Vekh says:
All: As Mister Edgemoor have pointed out earlier, this should be - by our mission profile - a pick and deliver job. Sounds pretty easy.

CIV_Lu says:
::heads for the briefing room::

TO_Verall says:
::continues to monitor long-range sensors::

CNS_Vekh says:
All: However, there's more to it than meets the eye. I'd like to point out some points about the Risealans that we should be aware of, in hopes of getting things to run smoothly

SO_Hammond says:
::nods at the CSO:: CSO: Better you then me sir.  ::smiles::

CNS_Vekh says:
::instructs the computer to display a zoom off of the planet, showing both continents in the same image:: All: Riseal has only two main land masses ::points::

CIV_Lu says:
::looks at the monitor::

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::smiles at the CSO as she overhears part of what he whispered to Lt. Hammond::

CNS_Vekh says:
All: Despite their united government - a mandatory condition for Federation membership - Riseal population in each continent follows very distinct paths

Host FCO_V`Taran says:
::arcs an eyebrow at Max Lu's back, wondering why the Captain ignored him::

CNS_Vekh says:
All: the Northern population, that at one point called themselves Risealites, are strongly in favor of the Federation's presence in their world

Host FCO_V`Taran says:
::shrugs and retakes the center seat as Captain Lu disappears into the briefing room::

CNS_Vekh says:
All: On the other hand, the population of the southern continent - the Risealians - are mind-geared to a more 'earthen' life style

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::wonders how much longer this 'talk' will go for, and begins to shuffle his weight to either side impatiently::

OPS_Edgemoor says:
:: misses his chair and intends to file a complaint with engineering ::

CNS_Vekh says:
All: obviously, conflict would eventually show up. Omin Rego, the opposition leader is from the south and his movement has opposed strongly the government.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::notices Commander Cha`Dak getting fidgety, then quickly returns her attention to Commander Vekh's report::

CIV_Lu says:
::glances at Cha`Dak and chuckles in his mind::

OPS_Edgemoor says:
:: glares at CEO Yeung ::

CIV_Lu says:
::senses some hostilities in the air::

CNS_Vekh says:
All: To coupe with the uprising violence has prompted the government to allow their Judiciary Branch  full power concerning investigation, arrest and prosecution of suspects

SO_Hammond says:
::makes a few more notes on his PADD::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
CNS: What is the Federations standpoint on their judiciary system?

CNS_Vekh says:
All: What a Risealan judge says, is taken as fact - even without evidence - and sentence should be carried over

CNS_Vekh says:
CTO: Excellent question, Commander. And this is the main point of this explanation.

CNS_Vekh says:
All: Here, I believe, is where the Prime Directive comes into play.

XO_Linard says:
::sits back in her seat and drums her fingers on the table::

CSO_Storal says:
::glances at the XO and chuckles  to  himself::

CNS_Vekh says:
All: Federation efforts have being successful into commuting the standard death penalty into exile for Omin Rego and his lieutenants.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::nods as she thinks of how they are going to have be careful as to how things are handled in this situation::

CNS_Vekh says:
All: However, we haven’t being able to push much farther without running head on with General Order #1

OPS_Edgemoor says:
:: thinks it's a mistake for the federation to outright interfere with the internal issues of this race or any but keeps the comment to himself ::

CNS_Vekh says:
All: In short we need to be very careful not to step on the Risealans toes in this matter. The planet is of great importance to the Federation and getting into their customs would not be an advisable path to follow if we want to secure mining right for the Federation.

XO_Linard says:
::wheels begin to turn in her mind about how to handle things::

CEO_Yeung says:
::is a bit annoyed at how the federation handled the case of this planet::

CNS_Vekh says:
All: If there are no further questions, that was what I had.

CIV_Lu says:
::wonders if were just in for the dilithium::

Host Reg says:
::stands as all the others do and watches as they head for the door, not sure what he is supposed to do:: CEO: So, is my ship ready?

CNS_Vekh says:
::returns to his seat::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::heads out of the BR, and onto the bridge::

CSO_Storal says:
CO: May I have a word, sir, in private?

XO_Linard says:
::heads out of the briefing room and heads for the bridge::

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::stands::  CSO:  Of course Commander, remains behind as the others leave::

CEO_Yeung says:
Reg: Not yet, we still need to modify our equipment to replace the damaged parts.

Host Reg says:
::frowns:: CEO: I thought you said this was only going to take a few hours.

CNS_Vekh says:
::collects his PADD’s and return to the bridge with the rest of the crew::

OPS_Edgemoor says:
CEO: can we please fix that chair :: walks out ::

SO_Hammond says:
::exits the BR and heads over to science one::

XO_Linard says:
CNS: You are joining the away team?

CSO_Storal says:
CO: Sir, I'm not sure if it was a good thing to include Reg in this briefing.

MO_Sarel says:
::leaves the room and makes her way to sickbay::

OPS_Edgemoor says:
::approaches his console::

CEO_Yeung says:
::stands up:: Reg: We've encountered a few delays. Are you in a hurry?

XO_Linard says:
CTO: Commander, have a security team ready to join the away team. I want you as well to meet with me in the transporter room

Host Reg says:
::frowns and mopes slightly:: CEO: No, I suppose I can hang around here a little while longer. Just hate to disappoint my customers, you know.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
Verall: Thank you Lieutenant, you are relieved.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
XO: Aye sir.

SO_Hammond says:
::pulls up sensors and goes over the readings of the area::

CNS_Vekh says:
XO: As you wish, Commander. ::stands ready::

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::waits until everyone has left the briefing room then turns her attention to Kylorean:: CSO:  I can understand your hesitation Commander, however I wanted him here in case he had information that he could add to what you and Commander Vekh have found.

CEO_Yeung says:
Reg: Ah, well, I'll try to accelerate the repairs.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
Verall: Form a security detail for an away mission and meet us in transporter room1.

Host Reg says:
ACTION: As Mister Edgemoor conducts his scans, he notes that the planet is emitting an automated beacon that is giving beam down coordinates for the Apache.

CSO_Storal says:
CO: Sir, I think he is involved in whatever is going on here.

TO_Verall says:
CTO: Aye sir.  ::stands away from the Tactical station and heads towards the turbolift organizing the security detachment as he goes::

Host Reg says:
::grabs the CEO's arm:: CEO: No ... I mean, no need to put the added strain on your crews. I'm sure they will get my ship fixed soon.

XO_Linard says:
CNS/CTO: Transporter room 1 gentlemen.... let's go.

OPS_Edgemoor says:
:: console beeps :: XO: Sir ..

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::follows the XO to transporter room1::

CNS_Vekh says:
::nods to Linard and moves to the turbolift, waiting for her and the CTO::

XO_Linard says:
::pauses as she heads for the turbolift:: OPS: Yes Lieutenant?

CEO_Yeung says:
::pats Reg's forearm, the one grabbing him:: Reg: Oh, all right then. Don't worry about it.

TO_Verall says:
::arrives at Transporter room one with TO Knoxville::

Host Reg says:
::nods and releases the CEO trying not to look on edge::

OPS_Edgemoor says:
XO: Sir, the planet is broadcasting beam down coordinates via a beacon … they appear to be expecting us.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
CSO:  It's possible, either that or in league with those that are.  However, I got the impression that he already knew most if not all of the information that was presented.

XO_Linard says:
OPS: Understood. Let them know we are on our way

OPS_Edgemoor says:
XO: Shall I hail them?

CEO_Yeung says:
Reg: Well, if you'll excuse me, I need to check out this chair.

OPS_Edgemoor says:
XO: Aye

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
*Verall*: Is the security team ready, Lieutenant?

CSO_Storal says:
CO: Agreed, I would suggest limiting his access to the ship to quarters, lounge, and shuttlebay only.

TO_Verall says:
*CTO*: Aye, sir. We're awaiting you in Transporter room 1.

Host Reg says:
::steps into a turbolift:: TL: Main Shuttlebay...

CSO_Storal says:
*SO*: Storal to Hammond...

SO_Hammond says:
*CSO*: Hammond here, go ahead sir.

CEO_Yeung says:
::eyes Reg suspiciously as he departs, then turns to the broken chair::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::exits the turbolift with the XO and CNS::

CIV_Lu says:
::takes the turbolift to the main shuttlebay::

CNS_Vekh says:
::exits the turbolift and negotiates his way to the Transporter Room:: TR Operator: Retrieve beam down coordinates with Operations, Ensign.

CSO_Storal says:
*SO*:  ::whispers::  Mister Hammond Have you  gotten a chance  to go over the sensor logs of Reg's ship?

CEO_Yeung says:
::kneels down next to the chair and inspects its support:: Self: ::muttering:: Lousy chair....now what's the problem...

XO_Linard says:
::exits the turbolift and heads for the transporter room::

Host TR Operator says:
CNS: Aye sir... I have them. Ready when you are.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::enters transporter room1, nodding to the two officers awaiting them:: Verall/Knoxville: Lieutenants.

OPS_Edgemoor says:
COM: Riseal Homeworld: This is the USS Apache we have arrived in orbit and are ready to send teams down.

CSO_Storal says:
CO:  I just  wanted to bring that to your attention Sir.

CNS_Vekh says:
::nods to TR Operator and turns to the rest of the AT:: XO: Ready at your discretion, sir.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
CSO:  That's reasonable, Commander.  Basically all secure areas should be off limits to him, and I still think you should escort him, or Captain Lu, at all times.  Which is another reason that I wanted him to be here.

XO_Linard says:
::stands on the transporter pad and nods to the operator that they are ready::

Host Riseal Ops says:
COM: Apache: This is Riseal Protectorate. You may proceed.

CSO_Storal says:
CO:  I would suggest that Mister Lu would be best suited to accomplish that task.

SO_Hammond says:
*CSO*: ::whispers:: I have them downloaded, but haven't had the chance to go over them yet sir.

CNS_Vekh says:
::takes his place on the pad::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
::stands on the transporter pad::

OPS_Edgemoor says:
*TR Operator*: This is the Bridge … you may proceed.

TO_Verall says:
::stands on the transporter pad with the other TO::

CSO_Storal says:
*SO*: Get on it, Lieutenant.

CIV_Lu says:
::exits the turbolift and heads for the Main Shuttlebay::

CEO_Yeung says:
::gets up and calls in a technician to repair the chair::

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
CSO:  I understand your feelings there.  I believe Reg left the briefing room with Commander Yeung didn't he?

SO_Hammond says:
*CSO*: Aye sir.

Host TR Operator says:
XO: Okay sir, we've got the go ahead from the bridge...

XO_Linard says:
TR Operator: Energize

CEO_Yeung says:
::exits the briefing room::

CIV_Lu says:
::feels his small of his back for the holster carrying the phaser::

SO_Hammond says:
::pulls up the sensor log from Reg's ship and begins to go over them::

CSO_Storal says:
CO:  Yes Sir. With Max's background in Tactics, I believe he is better suited for the task.

CIV_Lu says:
::enters the shuttlebay and looks for Reg::

Host TR Operator says:
XO: Aye sir ... energizing.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
@::materializes at the co-ordinates::

Host Reg says:
ACTION: The Transporter cycle begins and almost seems to pause as it takes an unusually long time for the beam to rematerialize on the other end.

CEO_Yeung says:
::enters turbolift:: TL: Deck 3, Main Shuttlebay.

CNS_Vekh says:
@::materializes on the surface and looks around to study their surroundings::

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
CSO:  I'll ask him to join him then.   Did you have anything else Commander?

Host Reg says:
::stuffs something inside his jacket as Lu walks into the shuttlebay:: CIV: Oh, hello Cap'n...

XO_Linard says:
@::appears on the surface and looks around:: CNS/CTO: That was a little bumpy

CSO_Storal says:
CO: Other than I will be requesting a two-week leave.

CNS_Vekh says:
@::feels slightly dazed:: Self: By the Rings of Tauntee, what was that?

OPS_Edgemoor says:
COM: XO: This is the Apache, testing open channel to the away team

CIV_Lu says:
Reg: Hello Reg.

CEO_Yeung says:
::exits turbolift and enters shuttlebay::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
@::opens a tricorder and scans the surrounding area for lifesigns::

CNS_Vekh says:
@::sees no one:: AT: Seems the Risealan are not in for fanfare

XO_Linard says:
@COM: Apache: OPS: We read you loud and clear.

Host Reg says:
ACTION: The away team materializes in what seems to be a general greeting area. It is a large room, with a vaulted ceiling and many, many shadows ... so much so, that the room appears to have no corners. A storm can be heard outside, beyond the skylights with a gray with overcast skies.

CSO_Storal says:
CO: I don’t know if you got the message from Starfleet Science, but I am to attend a briefing at the Daystrom Institute.

CIV_Lu says:
CEO: Commander.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
CSO:  A two-week leave?  You have several weeks leave coming to you, Mister Storal, so I don't see that as a problem.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
@::bashes the side of the tricorder::

CEO_Yeung says:
::nods upon seeing Lu and Reg:: CIV/Reg: Captain, Reg.

Host Reg says:
::wipes his mouth with the back of his hand, and offers his hand to Lu:: CIV: I don't think we've met.

XO_Linard says:
@CNS/CTO: Well, seems our welcoming party was so excited they forgot to show up.

CSO_Storal says:
CO: Aye Sir.  Just bringing it  to your  attention.

Host Reg says:
ACTION: With Cha`Dak’s 'bash' ... the tricorder crumbles into many pieces.

CSO_Storal says:
CO: I  will file the paper work with OPS

CIV_Lu says:
::extends his hand:: REG: No we haven’t.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
@::snarls at the inefficient alloys used in tricorders::

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
CSO:  Congratulations, I'm sure that it's in the stack somewhere, however I haven't come across it yet.  I understand it is an honor to speak at the institute.  I hope all goes well for you.

Host Reg says:
ACTION: A small chuckle can be heard echo through the room....

XO_Linard says:
@::looks at the CTO:: CTO: Problem?

CIV_Lu says:
REG: Captain Max Lu, Retired.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
@XO: Sir, my tricorder malfunctioned ... however, I can sense someone near ... 

CSO_Storal says:
CO: Thank you, Captain … I’ll be at my post.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
@::tenses as he hears the laughter::

CNS_Vekh says:
@::immediately turn in the direction of the sound::

Host Judge says:
XO: It's a dampening field ... perhaps our precautions are on the border of paranoia, but we prefer to be careful.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
@::turns at the voice::

XO_Linard says:
@CTO: Please try and restrain yourself, Mister Cha`Dak...

CSO_Storal says:
::exits the briefing room and mans Science One, and begins  to scan the  surface of the  planet..

CNS_Vekh says:
@::observes the Judge with interest, particularly the shiny armor::

Host Reg says:
ACTION: A trio of Judges steps out from the Shadows. Each is clad in what appears to be black armor plating and dark helmets that cover their faces down to their mouths. Their armor is streaked with red and gold markings and emblems foreign to the away team.

XO_Linard says:
@Judge: I understand. As you can see, we come in peace.....::holds out her hands::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
@::stands behind and to the left of Cmdr. Linard protectively, his hand hovering near his phaser::

Host Reg says:
ACTION: The three Judges approach the Away Team. The two on either side are clearly masculine and are considerably larger and bulkier than the one in the middle. It is the one in the middle who speaks.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::nods as the CSO leaves the room, then taps her combadge:: *CIV* Captain Lu, do you have a moment?

XO_Linard says:
@::holds her hand to the CTO to stand down::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
@::relaxes - slightly::

CIV_Lu says:
::walks over to the Commander Yeung and whispers:: CEO: Did you put the items we talked about in there respectful spots?

CNS_Vekh says:
@::follows as the events unfold, paying attention to each detail that may be important::

OPS_Edgemoor says:
:: nods to Commander Storal  Sir, status report is we have the away team on the surface they passed communication check but no further news at this time .

CEO_Yeung says:
::whispering:: CIV: We confiscated it all, as per Cmdr. Storal's orders.

Host Judge says:
::nods slightly:: XO: Yes ... peace ... ::removes her helmet and tucks it under her arm, flashing the XO with a smile:: XO: You are Commander Kathleen Linard?

CIV_Lu says:
*CO*: Yes I do Captain, what do you need?

SO_Hammond says:
::moves to the side as the CSO sits at science one:: CSO: Nothing yet sir.  I'll continue my work in the shuttle bay.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
*CIV*: What is your location; I'll join you there.

XO_Linard says:
@Judge: I am Commander Linard... this is my Chief Tactical officer Mister Cha`Dak ... and this is Counselor Vekh....::motions to her officers::

CSO_Storal says:
SO: Keep me informed  Lt.

CIV_Lu says:
CEO: ::whispering:: Did you place the Transponder beacon in a secure spot??

Host Reg says:
CIV: It's a pleasure to meet you, Captain .... you can call me Reg, everybody else does. ::shrugs and shakes his hand::

CSO_Storal says:
OPS: Keep a constant check on their signal Mister Edgemoor.

CNS_Vekh says:
@::nods to all Judges as he is introduced:: Judges: Greetings

SO_Hammond says:
CSO: Will do sir.  ::enters a turbolift:: TL: Main shuttle bay.

CEO_Yeung says:
::nods briskly to CIV::

CIV_Lu says:
*CO*: Main shuttlebay, I will wait for your presence.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
@::remains silent::

OPS_Edgemoor says:
CSO: Aye

CIV_Lu says:
::Nods to the Engineer::

Host Judge says:
All: I am Judge Hershey ... it's a pleasure to have you here. ::bows towards Vekh and then turns to Cha`Dak and growls at him ... offering a wink too::

TO_Verall says:
@::standing at the rear of the small company, watching the CTO for instructions::

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
*CIV*:  Is Commander Yeung and Reg with you?

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
@::offers the Judge a single nod::

CSO_Storal says:
OPS: Have they met with the Judges  yet?

XO_Linard says:
@::holds out her hand to the Judge::

CIV_Lu says:
REG: Ok Reg, say, weren’t you the treated for a few broken ribs aboard this vessel?

CEO_Yeung says:
*XO*: I'm with them, commander.

CIV_Lu says:
*CIV*: Yes Captain, they're with me as we speak.

Host Judge_Hershey says:
::puts her gloved hand into the Commanders and shakes:: XO: I assure you, all of Riseal welcomes you today. You've come to remove a true blight from our planet.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
*CIV/CEO* Then carry on, I'll talk with you later after the repair work is completed.

XO_Linard says:
@Hershey: The pleasure is all ours.

OPS_Edgemoor says:
CSO: Commander: No idea, no word

CEO_Yeung says:
*CO*: Understood, captain.

Host Reg says:
::shrugs it off:: CIV: Oh, they've been fine. Haven't bugged me at all in months. ::rubs his ribs::

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::smiles as she sees that her crew has things well in hand and proceeds to the bridge::

XO_Linard says:
@::smiles:: Hershey: Well we like to do what we can to serve.

SO_Hammond says:
::exits the turbolift and approaches Reg's ship::

CNS_Vekh says:
@::clears his throat and addresses Hershey:: Judge: I take it all arrangements have been done, Judge.

CEO_Yeung says:
Reg: Excuse me; I'll carry on with the repairs.

CIV_Lu says:
REG: She almost killed you Reg.. But looks like you’re in good shape now.

Host Judge_Hershey says:
::turns and begins to walk away from them ... the other two Judges make it clear they should follow:: XO: I suppose you'll want to meet with Colonel Dathom before you take Omin with you?

CSO_Storal says:
COM: XO: Sir, have you met with the officials?

CEO_Yeung says:
::moves to the back of the ship and resumes replacing damaged parts::

XO_Linard says:
@Hershey: Yes that was my intention. Where may I find him?

XO_Linard says:
COM: CSO: I am meeting with them now Commander.

CNS_Vekh says:
@::follows the group, eyeing the two rather sizable Judges::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
@::follows the XO:: COM: *Apache*: We are with them now, Commander.

Host Judge_Hershey says:
::grumbles slightly as they walk through dimly lit corridors:: XO: Knowing the Colonel, he is either with his Marines or comforting our guest.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::listens as she hears Storal speaking to Kathleen, waits to hear their status::

CSO_Storal says:
COM:CTO:  Keep us posted as  to the situation.

SO_Hammond says:
::nods at the CIV and Reg as he passes and enters the ship::

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
@COM: Apache: Aye sir, Cha`Dak out.

CSO_Storal says:
CO: Sir they are meeting with the Officials now.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
CSO:  Is everything proceeding as expected, Commander?

Host Reg says:
ACTION: They all come to a checkpoint where more Judges stand with weapons clearly visible.

CTO_Cha`Dak says:
@::stiffens at the sight of weapons::

XO_Linard says:
@Hershey: I see, would it be possible for him to meet us here then?

CSO_Storal says:
CO: Aye sir … I don’t like this though.

Host Judge Hershey says:
XO: Omin Rego is beyond there... ::points past the bars:: XO: Colonel Dathom maintains an office down the corridor. Why don't you go speak to him and when you are done he can contact me to meet you back here for the exchange?

CNS_Vekh says:
@::thinks 'very welcoming', but refrain from any comments, just following::

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::nods:: CSO:  Excellent Commander...  ::turns to John:: OPS:  Do you have quarters prepared for our guests?

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
CSO:  What's wrong Commander?

OPS_Edgemoor says:
CO: Ma'am took care of it 2 hours ago

CSO_Storal says:
CO: Well sir, as strict as their laws are, the slightest mistake from our away team could have tragic results.

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::nods:: OPS:  Excellent Lieutenant.

TO_Verall says:
@::awaits orders from Cmdr. Linard::

CIV_Lu says:
::walks around the shuttle still wondering how this flying abomination actually makes it into space::

CO_Tyler-Turnbull says:
::gives him an understanding look:: CSO:  That is precisely why we had the briefing before our arrival so that Commander Linard and her team would be prepared to handle themselves there.

CIV_Lu says:
::always keeping a watchful eye over Reg::

CSO_Storal says:
CO: Aye Sir.

CNS_Vekh says:
@::catches Hershey’s phrase and jump at the opportunity:: Hershey: Would it be possible for me to meet with Mister Rego, while Cmdr Linard meets the Colonel?

SO_Hammond says:
::pulls up the sensor log and begins to go over them::

XO_Linard says:
@Hershey: Yes of course, that will be fine. ::nods to Verall and the CNS to accompany her::

Host Judge Hershey says:
::pauses for a moment:: CNS: Why certainly Counselor Vekh... ::Judge behind her begins to say something but she raises a hand and he quickly shuts up:: CNS: Judge Anderson will show you to Omin's quarantine area.  ::points to the complaining Judge::

Host Reg says:
<<<<<<<<<<< End Mission Week #2 >>>>>>>>>>>>>