Host AGM_Erryn says:
MISSION SUMMARY: The Polaris is finally underway to its mission on Tau Epsilon 4. All is surprisingly stable, for the moment.

Host AGM_Erryn says:
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SO_Sozorstennaj says:
::on the Bridge, grumbling over the library computer and voice recognition circuits::

CSO_Monroe says:
::Kicks the console after his codes were not accepted::

Host CO_Ross says:
::wipes the dust from his mirror as he adjusts his dress uniform in his quarters::

CTO_Somak says:
::working at tactical, checking the Engineering work on the phaser banks::

SO_Sozorstennaj says:
CSO: Don't do that, it won't rrrrespect you if you beat on it.

XO_MacPherson-Quest says:
::sitting in the XO's chair, trying to bring up the ships crew manifests::

Host CO_Ross says:
*CEO*: Mr. Russel, have you found a shuttle in operational order for me?

FCO_Teasley says:
::at the helm keeping the ship on course::

CEO_Russel says:
::In the shuttlebay on deck 6.::  *CO*:  Yes, sir.  It's all cleaned up and ready for you.

Host CO_Ross says:
*CEO*: Thank you Mr. Russel, you are a scholar and a gentleman

CSO_Monroe says:
SO: Lt. ::Calms down:: Alright...

CNS_Farrel says:
::Enters the bridge, nods to everyone, walks down to the command chairs, and freezes::  All:  It's gone...

CEO_Russel says:
*CO*:  I wouldn't go that far, miracle worker will do.

CSO_Monroe says:
::Types in his Codes and access the Science database::

SO_Sozorstennaj says:
::taps controls and purrs as he works, coaxing the old banks to accept his codes, then routing the CSO's though them:: CSO: Therrre you arrrre...

XO_MacPherson-Quest says:
::gives up, pulls out his PADD and reads the little note from the Captain::

Host CO_Ross says:
*CEO*: ::Grins:: Understood, I stand corrected

CTO_Somak says:
::marvels at the multiphasic shielding::

CSO_Monroe says:
SO: Thank you.

CNS_Farrel says:
Where's my chair? ::frowns, and looks around the old bridge::

SO_Sozorstennaj says:
CSO: Cerrrrtainly, sirrrr.

XO_MacPherson-Quest says:
::gets up:: CNS: Here you can have mine, you have the Bridge ::smiles::

Host CO_Ross says:
<Computer> *Shipwide*: There will be a change of command ceremony in the Senior Officer's lounge in 15 minutes, all key personnel are required to attend, all other off-duty personnel may attend. Uniform of the day, Duty Uniform

CTO_Somak says:
::performs a few sensor sweeps::

CEO_Russel says:
::smiles and thinks that he'll miss his captain.  Shakes his and heads for the shuttlebay's exit.::

CNS_Farrel says:
XO: Thank you ::smiles:: How gentlemanly.

Host CO_Ross says:
::Looks up at the overhead to the pre-arranged announcement::

SO_Sozorstennaj says:
::blinks and rrrrrrs, rising and padding towards the TL::

XO_MacPherson-Quest says:
CNS: My pleasure ::he turns and walks over to the turbolift::

CEO_Russel says:
::Steps through the door, walks to the stairs.  Climbs them up to deck 5.::

CNS_Farrel says:
::Sits in the large, boxy, leather chair.  Shifts around trying to get comfortable::

CSO_Monroe says:
::Gets up and heads for the TL::

CNS_Farrel says:
::looks at the time::  CSO: Is it time to go?  do they have chairs down there?

Host CO_Ross says:
::Finishes getting ready, takes a large swig of raktajino before heading for the door::

SO_Sozorstennaj says:
::Holds the TL for everyone going::

CEO_Russel says:
::Walks to his quarters, enters.::

CTO_Somak says:
::manages to find an officer to take Tactical, and begins giving instructions before getting into the TL::

CSO_Monroe says:
CNS: Yes looks like it, Counselor.

XO_MacPherson-Quest says:
::enters the turbolift:: TL: Deck 3

CNS_Farrel says:
::Gives command to someone she recognizes as having done the night shift, and heads for the turbo::

SO_Sozorstennaj says:
::waits for everyone, then furrows his brow:: All: Wherrre are we going again?

CEO_Russel says:
::Changes into his dress uniform.::

CNS_Farrel says:
::Feels the old turbo creak with the added weight, looks around a little nervously::

XO_MacPherson-Quest says:
::the lift stops at Deck 3. Ewan exits and heads for his quarters::

CNS_Farrel says:
SO: Um, the lounge?

CTO_Somak says:
::steps off the Turbolift, and stands around waiting for the mob to pass::

FCO_Teasley says:
::heads to his quarters to change into his class A uniform::

CSO_Monroe says:
::Looks at all the officers in the TL::

SO_Sozorstennaj says:
Computer: Deck 3.

XO_MacPherson-Quest says:
::enters his quarters and quickly gets out if his duty uniform, then scurries to take a sonic shower::

CMO_Bryn says:
::In her quarters with Jason, looking at the two of them in the mirror::

CMO_Bryn says:
<Jason>::Places his arms around her, his hands lying against her protruding abdomen::  CMO: You ready?

CMO_Bryn says:
::Nods sadly::  Jason:  As ready as I'll ever be.

SO_Sozorstennaj says:
::Steps out of the TL as it arrives, leading the way down the corridor, striding smoothly::

CMO_Bryn says:
<Jason> Kayan:  Good, then lets get going ::Kisses the top of her head before he lets her go.

FCO_Teasley says:
::puts on the class A uniform::

CNS_Farrel says:
::Follows Sozor::

XO_MacPherson-Quest says:
::after taking a very quick shower, he retrieves his dress uniform and begins to dress::

CSO_Monroe says:
::Gets out and heads for his quarters::

CSO_Monroe says:
::Enters his quarters and puts on his Dress Uniform::

CEO_Russel says:
::Exits his quarters and walks to the Turbolift.::

FCO_Teasley says:
::begin to head for the lounge::

CSO_Monroe says:
::Gets out a comb and combs his hair::

XO_MacPherson-Quest says:
::after getting dressed, he hurries out of his quarters and meets up with Capt. Ross outside in the corridor:: CO: Hello Sir

CTO_Somak says:
::enters the officer's lounge, looking fresh like he usually does in his duty uniform::

CMO_Bryn says:
::Enters the room with Jason and looks around::

CSO_Monroe says:
::Heads outside and walks to the lounge::

Host CO_Ross says:
XO: Ah, #1, are you ready for this?

FCO_Teasley says:
::gets into TL::

CEO_Russel says:
::enters TL.::  TL:  Deck 3.

MO_Mea`e says:
::Finishes setting up the changes and quickly heads for the lounge::

SO_Sozorstennaj says:
::follows Somak::

FCO_Teasley says:
TL: Deck 3

XO_MacPherson-Quest says:
CO: Not really Sir. I hate to see you go

CEO_Russel says:
FCO:  Hi Mr. Teasley.

FCO_Teasley says:
CEO: Hello Mr. Russel

CNS_Farrel says:
::Enters the lounge, joining Somak and Sozor::

CEO_Russel says:
FCO:  How are you?

Host CO_Ross says:
XO: Well, with everything being equal, I agree, but orders are orders :: holds his hand on his First Officer's shoulder::

CSO_Monroe says:
::Enters the Lounge::

CMO_Bryn says:
::Walks over to join the others, tears hinted at in her eyes.  Jason stands beside her.::

FCO_Teasley says:
CEO: All things considering, I think I'm doing ok

XO_MacPherson-Quest says:
CO: Well Sir, I can always ask my father to rescind your orders! ::a grin crosses his face::

CEO_Russel says:
FCO:  Good...  are the navigational systems satisfactory?

MO_Mea`e says:
::Pauses at the door to the lounge as she sees the captain and commander standing there.  Nods::  CO/XO:  Sirs.

CNS_Farrel says:
::looking at the two:: SO, CTO: So, guys, what do you think of the new ship?  ::Looks in horror at the magenta carpet::

FCO_Teasley says:
CEO: Yes, how about the warp core?

XO_MacPherson-Quest says:
MO: Doctor

Host CO_Ross says:
XO: ::grins back:: I seriously doubt your father has the juice for even that to be done. I have played all my cards, game over ::looks away::

CSO_Monroe says:
::Walks to the SO:: SO: You ready for this?

CEO_Russel says:
FCO:  It's alright, not as good as the one on the Arty, but it's okay.

SO_Sozorstennaj says:
CNS: It will serrrve. As will we.

Host CO_Ross says:
XO: Well shall we? :: Points to the lounge doors::

MO_Mea`e says:
::Slips past the two men and enters the lounge, looking around at the new faces.::

XO_MacPherson-Quest says:
CO: Then I guess that’s that then Sir, I'm ready as I can be

CTO_Somak says:
::stops staring idly and notices the CNS talking:: CNS: Imagination would be prudent, Commander, this ship is not getting any younger.

CEO_Russel says:
::TL stops, doors open.::

CEO_Russel says:
::Exits TL.::

FCO_Teasley says:
CEO: I sure hope this isn't our permanent ship

SO_Sozorstennaj says:
CSO: No. But the Captain is an honorrrable being. I will always rrrememberrrr him as such.

Host CO_Ross says:
::Enters the Senior Officer's Lounge and heads to the front of the room to the podium::

FCO_Teasley says:
::gets out of TL::

CMO_Bryn says:
::quietly listening, looks up as her captain enters the room.::

SO_Sozorstennaj says:
::straightens to attention:: All: Captain on Deck!

CEO_Russel says:
FCO:  I don't know how to answer to that...  As an engineer I kind of enjoy this ship.

CNS_Farrel says:
::Grins at Somak's comment, then turns serious, watching the captain::

MO_Mea`e says:
::Heads over towards the group of medical staff.::

CEO_Russel says:
::Walks to the lounge, enters.::

CSO_Monroe says:
::At attention::

XO_MacPherson-Quest says:
::sits next to the podium in an uncomfy chair::

Host CO_Ross says:
All: ::Arrives at the podium:: As you were

FCO_Teasley says:
::enters the lounge::

SO_Sozorstennaj says:
::stands at parade rest::

CTO_Somak says:
::moves to attention, then returns to rest when the captain gives the order::

CEO_Russel says:
::Joins the others.::

CSO_Monroe says:
::Stands to rest::

MO_Mea`e says:
::Notices the FCO enter.  Her shields up, the emotions going through the room are so strong it is impossible to avoid.::

Host CO_Ross says:
All: Pursuant to orders received from Admiral Crenshaw, StarFleet Personnel, Stardate 10109.07, Captain Ross, you are hereby ordered to relinquish command to your First Officer on whatever ship you find yourself in command of on Stardate 10110.05, you are then to proceed to Sector 001, StarFleet Academy

Host CO_Ross says:
All: ...As Assistant superintendent, SF Academy.

Host CO_Ross says:
XO: ::Turns towards his First Officer:: Sir: I relinquish command of the USS Polaris to you

CMO_Bryn says:
::Sighs, her memories of SF Academy a mixed one.::

SO_Sozorstennaj says:
::cocks his head curiously at that posting announcement::

CTO_Somak says:
::thinking:: Self: Assistant?

MO_Mea`e says:
::Glances over at Kayan and then at the now ex-captain.  She feels for the two of them.::

CNS_Farrel says:
::Feels the sadness around her, steps back inside her mind, watching it rather then let it overwhelm her::

XO_MacPherson-Quest says:
::stands and walks over to the podium:: CO: You are relieved Sir

Host CO_Ross says:
XO: I stand relieved

CSO_Monroe says:
::Looks at the Captain:: Self: Man... StarFleet Academy?

Host CO_Ross says:
*Computer*: Transfer Command codes to 'Captain' MacPherson, authorization Ross Alpha Tango 37

CTO_Somak says:
::continued thought:: Self: Assistant.. what a shame.

Host CO_Ross says:
<Computer> *Ross*: Command Codes transferred to Captain MacPherson, Stardate 10110.05

FCO_Teasley says:
::can't believe that Captain Ross is leaving::

Host Capt_Ross says:
CO: Congratulations Captain ::shaking his hand::

CMO_Bryn says:
::With a smile at Jason, walks over to the podium.::

XO_MacPherson-Quest says:
::shakes the Capt.'s hand:: CO: Sir, it was my honour to have served under your command

CMO_Bryn says:
XO:  Commander, congratulations.

CTO_Somak says:
::raises eyebrow:: Self: Captain? ::applauds::

XO_MacPherson-Quest says:
CMO: Thank you Doctor

CEO_Russel says:
::applauds.::

CNS_Farrel says:
::Joins the applauds::

CSO_Monroe says:
CO: Congratulations.

CMO_Bryn says:
XO:  I think you will make a fine captain.  May the winds be at your back.

CSO_Monroe says:
::Joins the Applauds::

Host Capt_Ross says:
CO: ::Hands Ewan his first Captain's pips for good luck:: Here Ewan, these were my first Captain pips, wear them with luck

CO_MacPherson-Quest says:
::looks at his Lt. Cmdr.'s pips and wonders how he will ever measure up to the real Captain's in Star Fleet::

SO_Sozorstennaj says:
::does not applaud.. as it makes the pads sting something fierce, but grants each the ancient face-clawing salute of his people::

MO_Mea`e says:
::Listens to medical staffs various comments as she continues to watch the proceedings.::

CO_MacPherson-Quest says:
::takes the Capt.’s pips and smiles:: Capt.: Thank-you Sir

CNS_Farrel says:
::Wonders where fate will take Captain Ross...the realization she may never see him again sinking in::

FCO_Teasley says:
::begins to walk to the podium::

CMO_Bryn says:
::Looks at Ross, her captain, holding back the tears.::

CEO_Russel says:
::Looks at Ross, thinking that StarFleet is making a big mistake taking him away from the action.::

MO_Mea`e says:
::Feels tears coming to her eyes, and looks around, more then ready to leave all the intense emotions going around.  It had been a long time since she had to deal with so much.::

CO_MacPherson-Quest says:
ALL: I have an announcement to make

CEO_Russel says:
::Turns to the new CO.::

SO_Sozorstennaj says:
::pricks up his ears to listen to the new CO::

MO_Mea`e says:
::Clamps down on her personal shielding and looks up at the new captain.::

CSO_Monroe says:
::Turns to the CO::

FCO_Teasley says:
::looks to the new CO::

CTO_Somak says:
::changes focus to the CO::

CNS_Farrel says:
::snaps out of her trance, focusing on the new CO::

CO_MacPherson-Quest says:
ALL: I don't know what to say, this is most exciting, but yet scary for me ::pauses::

CO_MacPherson-Quest says:
ALL: I take command of an old and untested ship. I can not replace Capt. Ross, I can only take his place. I hope that I can do right by you and by StarFleet

CO_MacPherson-Quest says:
CTO: Mr. Somak please step forward

CTO_Somak says:
CO: Sir. ::steps forward, slightly unsure::

CO_MacPherson-Quest says:
ALL: I would like to introduce you to your new XO. Mr. Somak, the floor is yours

CNS_Farrel says:
::Applauds::

FCO_Teasley says:
::claps::

CTO_Somak says:
::takes the podium, looking at all the faces:: All: Well.. what can be said....

Host Capt_Ross says:
CO: :: whispers:: Oh, by the way, I had received transfer orders this morning in the daily data stream, Doctor MacMer requested a transfer to the Academy, ... it was granted as well, she will be leaving with me apparently, your new CMO is Lt. Mea'e ::points over to her::

SO_Sozorstennaj says:
::flicks his ears up and down in deference::

CMO_Bryn says:
::Smiles at the CTO, remembering when her first came aboard::  CTO:  Good luck Commander.

CMO_Bryn says:
::Looks at the captain::

CO_MacPherson-Quest says:
::is in shock:: Capt.: I'm about to lose my best Doctor?

CTO_Somak says:
::stands back and watches the captain with surprise, happy that his speech was interrupted::

Host Capt_Ross says:
CO: Lt. Mea'e is a fine Doctor, so I understand

CMO_Bryn says:
CO:  Commander... I mean captain, I would have had to put up my stethoscope in another month or so.  And I made sure you got a good officer to replace me.  ::Smiles::

CO_MacPherson-Quest says:
Capt.: I sure hope so Sir, I don't want a green doctor that will falter under pressure

CNS_Farrel says:
::Feels a focal point in the emotions circulating around the room...like a basin filling.  glances around distractedly::

CTO_Somak says:
::mumbles:: CO: Be thankful, she will go with the ship.

Host Capt_Ross says:
CO: I don’t think Dr. MacMer would of put in for a transfer if she did not have a competent replacement

SO_Sozorstennaj says:
::Blinks his felinoid eyes in confusion:: Self: Stethoscope? ::Opens his tricorder and curiously looks up library references::

Host Capt_Ross says:
CMO: Dr., your transfer just came in this morning, you best get your things and Jason gathered up, we'll be leaving shortly

CO_MacPherson-Quest says:
Capt.: Maybe I should have my friend in SF Intelligence check her out

CSO_Monroe says:
::Walks up to the Captain:: CO: Sir, Permission to Disembark.  My transfer came in this morning.

 CMO_Bryn says:
Capt.:  The two of us are already.  Our gear should be heading for the shuttle shortly.

CTO_Somak says:
::snaps to the CSO's words, another one lost?::

Host Capt_Ross says:
CO: Probably wouldn’t hurt, but she has been onboard for awhile

SO_Sozorstennaj says:
::blinks at the CSO, his tricorder forgotten::

CO_MacPherson-Quest says:
::looks at the CSO: CSO: Your leaving too?

Host Capt_Ross says:
CMO: Kayan, yes, I will be there presently, Mr. Russel located a working shuttle

CMO_Bryn_ says:
::With a nod heads over towards the others to say her good-byes::

CO_MacPherson-Quest says:
::wonders who or what else will be leaving his ship::

CEO_Russel says:
::looks around at the others.::

MO_Mea`e says:
::Heads over to the podium::

CSO_Monroe says:
CO: Yes, Captain, I am needed somewhere closer to my family.  Especially my lost brother.

CMO_Bryn_ says:
::Stops before the group::  All:  I guess this is my farewell too.

SO_Sozorstennaj says:
::Looks at the new Captain:: CO: Would it help if I werrre to announce that I am rrremaining herrre, sirrr?

CNS_Farrel says:
::Feels the disturbance moving...notices the new doctor moving to the podium, raising an eyebrow::

Host Capt_Ross says:
All: ::knocks a serving knife on his drinking glass:: Officers and crew, I would like to take this moment, to thank you from the bottom of my heart, for being such a professional crew, even through the thick and thin, and a lot of us didn’t think we would make it home... My compliments

CO_MacPherson-Quest says:
CSO: I have lost a wife, I can understand

CEO_Russel says:
CMO:  what?

CNS_Farrel says:
CMO: Kayan...? ::Looking at the new MO, then her confused, yet deep down inside understanding::

CMO_Bryn_ says:
::Steps up and kisses Matt on the check::  CEO:  It is time for me to pull up roots.

CSO_Monroe says:
CO: Thank you sir. ::Looks at the Captain.::

CEO_Russel says:
::Looks stunned.::

CO_MacPherson-Quest says:
CSO: Well Mr. Monroe, permission granted

CMO_Bryn_ says:
CEO:  Take good of the crew... and this strange bucket of bolts.

CTO_Somak says:
::looks around the room, taking final looks at the people leaving, remembering the good ol' days back on the Artemis...::

SO_Sozorstennaj says:
::rumbles:: CMO: Farrrewell, Doctorrr, may the Motherrr smile upon you and yourrr family in the yearrrs to come.

MO_Mea`e says:
XO:  I wish to congratulate on your new command.

Host Capt_Ross says:
CO: Ewan, I must be off, will you walk me to the shuttle please?

CSO_Monroe says:
CO: Thank you, sir.  And Congratulations on your command.

CMO_Bryn_ says:
::Gives Sozor a big hug... well as big of one as she could::  SO:  I will miss you.

CO_MacPherson-Quest says:
Capt.: Yes Sir, one moment....MO: Thank you, I hope your as good as Bryn

CNS_Farrel says:
CMO: Take care doctor...I'm going to miss you... ::weak smile::

CSO_Monroe says:
Capt_Ross: Good Luck at the Academy, Sir.

CEO_Russel says:
::sighs.::  CMO:  I will miss you.  I didn’t thought I’d be losing more than one friend today.

SO_Sozorstennaj says:
::blinks at the hug and gingerly returns it, awkwardly:: CMO: I will miss you, as well.

Host Capt_Ross says:
CSO: Thank you Mr. Monroe, and good luck on your new ship

CO_MacPherson-Quest says:
Capt.: Well shall we Sir?

FCO_Teasley says:
Capt.: I gonna miss you

CMO_Bryn_ says:
::Turns to the counselor and kisses her check, whispering::  CNS:  Take care and watch out for them... stay together.

CTO_Somak says:
::find the Capt.:: Capt.: Sir, it's been an honour. Hopefully we will meet again one day.

CSO_Monroe says:
Capt_Ross: Thank you, sir.

CMO_Bryn_ says:
CEO:  I thought there might be more time, but I am also glad to be going with the captain.

Host Capt_Ross says:
FCO: Mr. Teasley, Thank you, keep up the good work!

SO_Sozorstennaj says:
Capt_Ross: Sirrrr, good luck at the Academy. It has been an honorrr and my prrrivilege to serrrve with you.

FCO_Teasley says:
::puts his hand out to Ross::

CSO_Monroe says:
CEO: Let's drink up...

Host Capt_Ross says:
All: Walks to the door of the lounge, turns and makes a nod to his former crew:: Take care all!

SO_Sozorstennaj says:
CSO: Rrrrr. I didn't have time to know you well, sirrr. Good luck with yourrr new posting.

Host Capt_Ross says:
::Shakes Mr. Teasley's hand::

CMO_Bryn_ says:
::Moves to join the captain and Jason::

CSO_Monroe says:
SO: Thank you.

CEO_Russel says:
CSO:  Sorry, I don’t think there’s alcohol here.

CTO_Somak says:
::waves goodbye to the CMO/Capt./CSO/Jason::

Host Capt_Ross says:
SO: Thank you Mr. Sozor, you will make a fine Chief Science Officer

CMO_Bryn_ says:
FCO:  Good luck... keep the ship on her true path.  ::Gives him a quick kiss::

CNS_Farrel says:
::Nods to Kayan:: CMO: I think everything will be alright...eventually....  CO: Farewell captain...

Host AGM_Erryn says:
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