USS Huron NCC 61245 SD 10406.12

Starring: 
Eric Woo as CO Captain Eric Woo
Steve Weller as CTO Ec'Thel'Ion
Chris Esterhuyse as FCO Dylan Roznine
Daniel Nunan as TO Dem'Rual Wyte
Pam Bruyere as EO Holly Ivy Sparks
Ship Manager: Jim Koeller

Absent:
Kariaunna Scotti as CSO Sierra Sky
Trish Yarborough as CNS Randi McIntyre

Mission Summary
The USS Huron find themselves at Pacifica, where Starfleet Command had authorized a day of relaxation. Most of the crew are prepared to transport down to the planet to enjoy some fresh air, though some have preferred to remain onboard to engage in other pursuits. On the planet, most of the senior staff on this shore leave “shift” have started yet another game of Volleyball – it seems they cannot get enough of the game. The CO and the TO versus the CTO and the FCO... and the CTO and FCO win... yet again, after the CTO and the CO incur some minor injuries...

Host SM-Lyon says:
USS Huron 10406.12 - 200th MISSION

Host SM-Lyon says:
SUMMARY: It's holiday time, and the crew has made it to Pacifica. Orders are to rest some more, and have a good time doing it.

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
<<<<<<<<<< Oceans Ahoy! >>>>>>>>>>>>>

CTO_LT_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::In Quarters, shoving things into a sack for the trip down before heading for the Transporter Room.::  Self: I can't believe I'm running this late.

Host SM-Lyon says:
<<<<<<<< Oceans Ahoy! >>>>>>>>>>

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
::on the bridge, pacing as the Huron is about to enter standard orbit of Pacifica:: FCO: Once you've established standard orbit, contact the Pacifica Operations Centre, inform them that we've arrived.

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::grins over his shoulder:: CO: Aye, sir! ::contacts the planetary government and appraises them of the Huron's arrival.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
::Has a towel over his head to protect himself from the sun, when he gets down to the planet:: Self: Why do we always go into the sun?

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
::checks the maintenance roster in main engineering and assigns the second shift::

Host SM-Lyon says:
<Pacifica OPS> @COM: Huron: Welcome, Huron. We hope you have a good time. Enjoy the stay and leave wanting to come back.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
::Takes the towel off his head:: Self: I'll think I'll visit the bridge.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
::heads towards the TL::

CTO_LT_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
*Bee*: I'm headed down with the first group, but won't be down long.  I have plenty to do on the ship, so I can let an "on call" guy head down.  Is the schedule otherwise set?

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
::examines the repair schedule and signs off on it::

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
*All Hands* This is the captain speaking. We've arrived at Pacifica. For the next day or so, I expect you all to take some time for yourself. We will be ready for transport quite shortly. Woo out.

CTO_LT_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Self: Shoot, forgot my book.  Oh well, time for the old "find old, interesting places" routine.

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::turns in his chair:: CO: Ready for a bit of water, sir?

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
::Arrives on the bridge:: ALL: Okay everybody, whoop and holler...

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
::groans::Self: Woo out....I'd like to tell the Captain a thing or two. ::groans again::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::taps his badge:: *EO*: Holly... do you still have my sarong you borrowed on Risa?

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
::turns to look at the TO:: TO: I can see you are in the shore leave mood already, Mr. Wyte. ::winks::

CTO_LT_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
<Bee> *CTO*: Yeah, it's set, Scoo said he'll "relieve" you when you get back.  I kinda won his surface time last night.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
::laughs::*FCO*: Didn't I return it Roz? I'm sorry, I'll send it over before you leave for the surface.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
CO: I was actually being sarcastic about it... but you can take it any way you want Cap'n.

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
*EO*: No! I was just wondering where it is. You know my closets are bulging, in fact, keep it. Will I see you down on the surface... perhaps a nice ride on a catamaran?

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
CO: Do you think we can finish a volleyball game this time?

CTO_LT_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
*Bee*: I'll pretend I didn't just hear you say you've been betting shifts.  What was it, sticks or sabres?  Never mind, I don't want to know.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
*FCO*: Sorry Roz, but I'm not going down this trip. I have something else in mind, but you have a great vacation.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
::raises an eyebrow:: TO: I believe I shall choose to take it in the non-sarcastic mood... and yes, I believe a volleyball game is in order. ::smiles::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
*EO*: Holly! Now what am I supposed to do? You're holed up here, so is Randi! You know I'm gonna have to do something silly.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
::looks over at the FCO:: FCO: Commander? Is something going on? It's that... it's Lt. Sparks, isn't it?

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
*FCO*: Sorry Roz, but I'm sure you can amuse yourself with something.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
CO: In my village in Rutia, we played volleyball by shooting rubber bands at the ball.

CTO_LT_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Arrives in Transporter Room, waiting for others to arrive.::

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
TO: How exciting. Now, off we go. ::watches as the gamma shift folk slowly, and pathetically, walk onto the bridge:: Gamma_CO: Sorry! ::grins, and steps over to the turbolift::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::walks into his quarters while talking to Holly:: *EO*: Who? The Captain? I've already got my heart set on an Admiral.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
::Looks at his invisible watch::  ALL: Wow! Look at the time...I'm going to go down to the transporters.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
::Walks/Runs to the TL::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
::giggles to herself::*FCO*: Yes, you and me both.

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
*EO*: Ok, this time - but Cologne wants some fresh air sometimes. ::throws a few things in a bag and heads for the TL::

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
::looks over to the FCO:: FCO: Time to head down, commander. And please encourage Lt. Sparks to come along. ::frowns, and turns to the TO:: TO: Wait up - er, one second, Mr. Wyte. :;enters the turbolift with him::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
::hands the padd in her hand to Williams and heads for the turbolift::

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
CO: I'd appreciate it if you didn't call me Mr. Wyte, sir. You can just call me Dem.  Mr. Wyte makes it some like I'm a foreigner.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
::smiles:: TO: I promised myself I would not be a stickler for such protocol... but in any case... how have you been of late, Dem? No more, er, accidents? ::winks::

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
Turbolift: Transporter Room 1.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
Computer: Holodeck one please.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
CO: Yeah...I heard the rumors...I'm not accident-prone. It just seems that way.

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::arrives at the TR and chuckles as he sees Ec'Thel'Ion:: CTO: Ready for the ocean?

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
TO: I see, I see. *Yeoman* Ian, make sure my bag is beamed down to the planet, okay?

CTO_LT_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
FCO: Yeah, I guess.  I'd much prefer it if they had some nice icebergs with beaches on 'em, Pacifica, and Risa for that matter, are a bit warm for my taste.

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
CTO: I'm sure the Captain will take us to Denali if you ask nicely. It's renowned for winter sports.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
::steps off the lift and heads to the holodeck control panel::Computer: Program Sparks 23.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
CO: Well, it's seems we're here. :: Walks out the TL and into the TR::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
<Computer>EO: Enter when ready.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
TO: Please. ::allows the TO to exit first, and heads for the transporter room:: All: Well, good morning, folks. Ready to beam down? ::steps onto the transporter padd::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
CO: Been waiting a bit, sir.

CTO_LT_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: I guess so Sir.  Can we go to Denali instead?

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
CTO: I don't think that's possible. CO: Ready whenever everybody else is.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
::enters and takes a deep breath as she sees the room bathed in the glow from the mirrored ball rotating from the ceiling::

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
CTO: What's at Denali? Besides, the fresh air will do you some good. Transporter Chief: Energize, please.

Host SM-Lyon says:
ACTION: The four men disappear in a swirl of blue, to appear on the surface a few moments later.

CTO_LT_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Nothing, just a bit cooler, more to my taste.  Never mind.  FCO: You were wrong, Sir.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
::Immediately reaches for his towel and puts it over his head::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::smiles as they reappear:: CTO: So I was. I will find you Denali on the star charts.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
::breathes in the fresh air:: All: Ah, how delightful! ::looks around for his senior staff:: FCO: I thought I told you to... encourage Lt. Sparks to accompany us?

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
ALL: I'm going to go set up a volleyball net. ::As he talks through his towel::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
CO: I tried, sir, I really did... but she point blank told me she had other plans.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::walks to the center of the room::Computer, select dance partner, male, human, twenty sixish.

CTO_LT_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
FCO: Nah, not worth the effort.  No sense forcing the entire crew to go cold for a few of us...if it's more then Dem and I.

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::looks around:: CTO: You might be surprised.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
::Wanders to the already beamed down poles and starts...or at least tries to put them into the ground::

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
:;frowns:: FCO: Very well. We are here for just a day. So it will be alright... ::frowns:: Now. I believe Mr Wyte is setting up a game of volleyball. I am going to head over there now - would either of you gentlemen like to join us?

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::looks around:: CTO: Besides, I have loads of winter clothes - I need to wear them sometime as well.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::watches as a very handsome man appears and bows to her::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
CO: Two on two?

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
FCO: Why not? ::smiles, as he heads over to where the TO is setting up::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
CTO: Ec'Thel'Ion... me and you against Dem and the Captain? ::raises an eyebrow::

CTO_LT_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
FCO: Maybe they'll send us on a nice, cold mission.  No sun beating down on us, and no bugs harassing us.  Paradise.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
::Finally manages to get one pole in::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@Computer: Select music.::thinks for a moment:: Tango, beginner level.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
::Now, while panting, tries to put the other pole in::

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
::rushes over to help the TO set up:: TO: Careful. You could break your neck doing this by yourself. ::walks over to the second pole::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::chuckles:: CTO: If its cold enough there will be no bugs... unless they eat snow or something.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
CO: Thanks. This heat is a killer.

CTO_LT_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
FCO: Sure, I'm game.  It's the game that matters, after all.  A chance to hone one's skills, to prove you have the courage to stand in the face of adversity, and the strength to play through injuries from well placed shots.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
::Hearing the CTO:: CTO: That's not what it's about at all.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
TO: I rather like the heat, to be honest. But... I can see why you would be overheating here. ::points to the towel; as the pole slides in:: TO: Good work. ::grabs the volleyball and tosses it to the TO::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::watches the Eric and Dem fiddle with the poles and net:: CTO: Besides, they can set it up... if I remember the last game - I was horrible.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
CTO: THIS game is about just having fun.

CTO_LT_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
TO: That's what I said, those things are fun.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@<Man>EO: M'lady. ::bows, then takes her hand in his and scoops her into his arms as the music begins:: Now, just follow my lead.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
CO: Thanks again Captain. ::Doesn't see the ball and it bounces off his head, but he catches it when it comes back down.::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::chuckles at Dem's catch:: CTO: We stand a chance after all. ::Gets ready for the game.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
::Throws the towel aside:: ALL: Okay all, I'm about to serve...a can of defeat.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
CTO/FCO: Ready, people? ::looks to the TO and nods::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::smiles then watches his feet closely::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
CO: Will it help if I said "No"?

CTO_LT_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Tosses bag on the sand, stretching a bit, trying to make sure I don't pull anything that isn't supposed to be pulled.::

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
FCO: Not really. ::winks::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@<Man>EO: Don't look at my feet, just let the music carry you away.

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::laughs and waits for the CO to serve::

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
::Serves the ball over the net::

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
CTO/FCO: Eat that!

CTO_LT_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Aye Captain, ready as I'm going to be.  Which rules we using?  Human, Rutian or...  ::Dives for the ball.::  Andorian.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
::gets into position as the ball is in play; he shrieks loudly to distract the other team::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::realizes he was looking at the wrong person:: CTO: Yours!

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@Man: I'll try, but I'm not very good at following directions you know. :;accidentally steps on his toe::

CTO_LT_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Watches as ball pops straight up into the air.::

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
::watches as the ball goes up into the air:: FCO: Whatcha gonna do now, commander?

CTO_LT_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Rolls out of the way.::

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
::looks to the TO:: TO: Wow, that ball REALLY went HIGH...

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::runs frantically trying to get in position and connects with the ball as it comes down, a satisfying THUMP echoing as it pops over the net:: CO: That's what I'm gonna do.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
CTO: Yeah, just keep doing that through out the game.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@<Man>::grimaces slightly::EO: You're doing fine. Now you must remember that the tango is a very dramatic dance. You must feel the music in your soul, after all it is the most romantic Latin dance there is.

CTO_LT_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Hops back up.::  TO: Not a problem.  I'm quick enough to react.  Just hope I don't get to spike it.  ::Grins.::

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
::looks over at the TO:: TO: Are we allowed to use our heads and feet in this game? ::looks up again as he bumps the ball into a nice parabolic path, for the TO to take over the net::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@Man: Well it's about all the romance I get here. :;looks down and watches his feet again::

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
::Jumps in front of the ball and spikes it:: CO: Not allowed to use your feet.

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::sighs as the ball sails high over the net:: CTO: Not what I had in mind.

CTO_LT_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Times the spike and leaps for it, trying to get under it.::

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
CTO: Look out for that missile!

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@<Man>EO: Don't look down! Now, cheek to cheek. ::he pulls her close his cheek to hers:: Now, one, two, three, turn! One, two, three, turn!

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::watches to see if Ec'Thel'Ion makes the shot::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@:;moves around the floor finding this dancing very tiring::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@<Man>EO: Now ready for the big finish?

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@Man: Big finish?

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::sees a spray of sand, the ball obscured for a moment::

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
TO: LOOKS like a point for us... ::grins, but then looks back to see where the ball is::

CTO_LT_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Feels the ball hit about 3 inches above the fists.::  Self:  This could hurt.

CTO_LT_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Watches for a fraction of a second as the ball flies towards his face, bouncing off and up.::

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
CTO: Not high enough!

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@<Man>EO: Just hang on. Time for the dip! ::he swings Holly around and bends her over backwards, her head just clearing the floor, then pulls her up slowly and leans her into his body::

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
CTO: Should have spared yourself the pain, lieutenant! :;watches as the ball sails towards the TO:: TO: Yours! ::looks back over at the CTO:: CTO: Er, are you alright, Ec'Thel'Ion?

CTO_LT_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Props chin on arm.::  All: What can I say?  I'm a fighter, not a spike blocker.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::panting hard::Man: Wow!

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::watches the ball to see where it goes next::

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
::Forms a fist, jumps up and hits it hard towards Roz.::

CTO_LT_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Pops up quickly, turning towards the net.::

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
TO: Good shot! Was that legal?

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@<Man>::grins::EO: Excellent my dear. ::he moves in and kisses her::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::pulls away::Man: Hey, that wasn't part of the program!

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::gets under the ball and lobs it JUST over the net:: CO: No, it wasn't, but its OUR point!

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
CO: Yes...and just to tell you. You worry about being official to much.

CTO_LT_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Depends on which set of rules we're using.  Andorian it's expected and legal.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@<Man>EO: It comes with the lesson Miss. :;smiles and kisses her hand::

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
::moves back slightly:: TO: I... I do? Well, I guess I do, don't I... Hmm. I will look into your, er, observation, Dem.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
::watches as the ball trickles just over the net, getting caught on his side, as it slowly falls to the ground...::

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
::Seeing the captain had missed the ball, he dives for it::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::does a little victory dance:: All: Whoo-hoo! ::shakes booty::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@Man: Not this lesson! ::pushes him away and stands with her hands on her hips::Computer: End program, but.....::smiles:: save dance instructor character in the data base.

CTO_LT_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
FCO: It's just one point.  Act like you've been there before...at least until the contest ends in a vanquish.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@<Computer>EO: Ending program.

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::drops the smile:: CTO: I wasn't in the winning team a lot, ok?

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
::The ball hits his arm and leaving a stinging sensation, but it achieved his goal:: CO: Hit the ball over!

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
::Gets up as fast as he can::

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
::grumbles as it appears they lost the point, but then he turns to face the TO:: TO: What? ::the ball hits him HARD in the stomach, and he doubles over...::

CTO_LT_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
FCO: We can fix that...if you want.  It takes hard work to be good at contests of physical nature, just like at wor...  CO: Sir, are you alright?

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::straightens her uniform and exits the holodeck::Self: He was kind of cute. ::heads for the lift still smiling::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::watches Eric and Dem fall all over the place:: CO/TO: Are you alright? ::grins at Ec'Thel'Ion::

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
::Dives for it again, it's it up for his second hit, then for his quick third he head butts over the net.:: CO: Are you okay?

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
::winces, as he holds up a hand to stop the CTO... he takes a few quick breaths:: CTO: Let's pause for awhile... ::groans, as he lies down in a fetal position on the beach...::

Host SM_Jim says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<END MISSION>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

Star Trek: A Call To Duty - USS Huron
Season Five, Episode Twenty-Nine (Mission #200)
"Celebration"
Original Air Date: 10406.12
Executive Producer: Jim Koeller