Host ASM_Brian says:
Prelude: Several members of the senior staff have been ordered to the main Briefing Room and to be packed for reassignment, no further information was given. When they arrive they find Admiral Mitchell waiting for them.

Cast of Characters

Brian Wachendorf as XO Commander P’Dar Kerst
Gary Cole as CMO Lieutenant Sovok
Kytra Seliquini as CTO Lieutenant Junior Grade Bao’tzhu Shengming Rr’Vellan
Steve Seliquini as CEO Lieutenant Junior Grade Ensign Rick Spicer
Toros Asadourian as OPS Lieutenant Mark Sorsion

Guest Appearance
SM-Darlene Wise as SC Admiral Valar Mitchell
ASM Brian Wachendorf as FCO Mears Commander Sutton

Host ASM_Brian says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<Begin Kootenai Mission>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Walks into the main Briefing Room adjusting his uniform::

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Steps off the turbolift into Ops and walks to the Briefing Room::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Walks into the Briefing Room, Nicodemous hanging onto her back, grumbling about having to leave just when she got her quarters livable::

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Looks around and spots the Admiral walking in standing aside at attention:: All: Admiral on Deck!

CEO_Spicer says:
::Arrives in Briefing Room and sets his duffel on the floor::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Arrives on time, starting a streak.  Chuckles to himself and sits down::

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Walks into the Briefing Room and nods to the officers seated at the conference table before taking a seat::

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Nods firmly and takes his seat::

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Notices the CMO is on time and raises an eyebrow::

CEO_Spicer says:
::Takes a seat after the other senior officers sit::

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Takes out a PADD from under the table and begins to review station duties::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Stands near the door, her arms crossed, keeping an eye on everyone::

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Glances a reflection of the CTO in his PADD and swivels his chair around stunned::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Looks at the OPS and raises an eyebrow::

Host XO_Kerst says:
::Stands::

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Clasps her hands and places them on the table waiting for the meeting to begin::

Host XO_Kerst says:
All: I know this is unusual but bear with me.

CEO_Spicer says:
::Looks from the Admiral to the XO and listens eagerly::

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Slowly turns his head back as the XO begins to speak and listens::

Host XO_Kerst says:
All: By order of Starfleet Command the USS Eire is hear by no longer attached to Kootenai Station

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Looks to the XO as he speaks::

CEO_Spicer says:
::Raises eyebrows in surprise::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Blinks as he listens::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Low rumbling growl, barely audible::

Host XO_Kerst says:
All: Further more, Admiral Mitchell is hear by granted command of the USS Erie.

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Wonders what this will do to his position cringing in horror at the extra paperwork::

Host XO_Kerst says:
::Sets the PADD down::

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Looks to the officers at the table to see their reaction to the news::

Host XO_Kerst says:
All: There’s more legal stuff but basically the Erie is now an independent ship with Admiral Mitchell in command.  All of you have been reassigned to the Erie under the Admiral, effective immediately.

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Raises both eyebrows in surprise::

Host XO_Kerst says:
Admiral: Admiral...

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
Self: I don't like this.

CEO_Spicer says:
Admiral/XO: Ma'am, Sir, am I to understand that I must leave the home I made here on Kootenai?

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Nods to the XO then stands and faces the crew::

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
All: All senior officers are to report to the Erie for immediate departure.  This is a Priority Level 1 mission.  Information will be on a "need to know" basis.  The Erie will launch in 15 minutes.  Dismissed!

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Stands and walks over to the Admiral:: Admiral: Lieutenant Mark Sorsion, reporting for duty, Sir.

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Nods to the XO and watches as the officers leave the Briefing Room.  Picks up the PADD from the table::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Stands up, not really caring either way for some reason... at least his room would have windows now.. at least, he hoped it would.... but what if he got stuck deep inside the ship? No.. not again.. He wanted windows..::

CEO_Spicer says:
::Stands, picks up his duffel and sighing heads to where the Erie is docked::

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Looks at the OPS officer:: OPS: You have your orders, Lieutenant  ::Raises an eyebrow::

Host XO_Kerst says:
Admiral: I'm not sure exactly what your mission is but good luck and bring them back to me. I’m finally getting them trained. ::Grins::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Twitches her tail and grumbles:: Self: Come on, Nicodemous. ::Looks to Sovok:: You coming, Doctorrrr?

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Nods:: Admiral: Aye, Sir, I was wondering what our crew compliment would be so that I could begin to arrange quarters on the Erie.

CMO_Sovok says:
::Nods to the CTO and walks out with her::

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
XO: We shall see about that, Commander.

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
OPS: Crew quarters have been assigned.  You will find the assignments and the crew manifest in the computer.  ::Turns and walks out of the Briefing Room to the turbolift::

CEO_Spicer says:
::Arrives on the Erie and goes to Main Engineering dropping his duffel by the door and immediately checks on the status of engineering systems::

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Enters the turbolift:: Turbolift: Docking bay one.

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Arrives on the Erie and heads to the Bridge to check the TAC systems::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Follows the CTO, knowing that sickbay is ready anyways.. he just checked on it a few days ago::

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Exits the turbolift and walks into the airlock towards the Erie::

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Raises an eyebrow and sighs taking his PADD:: Self: CO's, such children. ::Walks out of the Briefing Room and to a computer console typing up a few commands:: Computer: Site to site transport to Erie Bridge.

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Enters the Erie and heads for the turbolift::

Host XO_Kerst says:
<Computer> OPS: Unable to comply.  You do not have authorization.

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Raises an eyebrow:: Self: Have to talk to the CO about that. ::Walks into a turbolift and checks his PADD for the location of the Erie:: Self: Intrepid class, nice.  turbolift: Docking Bay One.

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Enters the turbolift:: turbolift: Bridge.

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Exits the turbolift onto the Bridge and sits down in the command chair waiting for the rest of the Bridge crew to arrive::

CEO_Spicer says:
::Runs a level-5 diagnostic on the warp core::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Looks up as the Admiral walks onto the Bridge and nods:: Admiral: Admirrral.

Host FCO_Mears says:
Admiral: All systems green, we're ready to depart.

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Turns and nods to the CTO at her station::

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Steps off the turbolift and walks the plank through the docking port and down a corridor of the Erie looking around:: Self: Nice ship. ::Presses the call button for the turbolift and while waiting taps into the main computer using his PADD and reviews the quarter assignments, crew compliment and mission orders::

CEO_Spicer says:
*FCO*: Warp engines online and ready, primary reactors online, secondary reactors on standby. Impulse engines online and ready.

CMO_Sovok says:
::Leans against the rear console, looking out the viewscreen::

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Looks around for the OPS officer::

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Steps onto the turbolift without looking up as the doors hiss open and turns on his heel to face the doors:: turbolift: Bridge.

Host FCO_Mears says:
Admiral:, Sir, we have priority clearance from Kootenai, we can leave on your order.

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
CTO: Where is Lieutenant Sorsion?

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
FCO: Acknowledged.

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Checks her console:: Admiral: On his way Ma’am.

Host FCO_Mears says:
*CEO*: Good to hear.

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Steps off the turbolift:: Admiral: Here, Sir. ::Goes to his station not looking up::

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Shakes her head at the OPS officer's late arrival:: OPS: Confirm ship is secure for launch.

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Wishes she had Hiromoto as XO on this mission but....::

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Checks internal sensors for all crew to be present and accounted for and dials up Kootenai Operations:: COM: Kootenai: This is USS Erie requesting launch clearance.

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
OPS: Mr. Sorsion, we have priority clearance.  I am waiting for you to confirm the ship is secure for launch.  ::Raises eyebrow again::

Host FCO_Mears says:
COM: OPS: You are clear to launch.

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Looks at the OPS and grins::

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
CTO: Is Mr. Bailey on board?

OPS_Sorsion says:
Admiral: Aye, Sir, of course, Sir. ::Checks all systems and docking latches including umbilicals:: Admiral: All systems show green across the board.  Waiting on your order, Sir.

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
OPS: Acknowledged.

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
Admiral: Of courrrrse, Ma'am ::Smiles::

CEO_Spicer says:
::Fine-tunes the plasma flow::

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
FCO: Take us out.  Thrusters only until we reach the outer markers.  I will give you the destination coordinates at that time.

Host FCO_Mears says:
FCO: Yes, Sir, thrusters on line.  Departing station.

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Taps a button and activates her console::

Host ASM_Brian says:
ACTION: Slowly the Erie makes it way out of the station. It proceeds smoothly towards the outer markers.

Host FCO_Mears says:
Admiral: Approaching the outer markers.

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Monitoring all systems and communications to and from the ship::

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Brings up the rendezvous coordinates and prepares to transfer them to the helm::  FCO: Very well, proceed to these coordinates, warp 6.  ::Taps the console and sends the coordinates to the helm::

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Contacts the steward from the messhall to bring up a pot of coffee and enough mugs for the Bridge crew and a special one for the Admiral::

Host FCO_Mears says:
::Sees the coordinates, notes they are in the middle of no where:: Admiral: Aye, Sir, course laid in, engaging warp 6.

OPS_Sorsion says:
Admiral: How do you take your coffee, Sir?

CEO_Spicer says:
::Notes the Erie go to warp and heads to the turbolift:: turbolift: Bridge.

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
OPS: None for me, thank you.  CTO: Lieutenant Rr'Vellan report to the Ready Room.  ::Stands::  OPS: Mister Sorsion, you have the Bridge.  ::Walks to the Ready Room and enters, quickly sitting down behind the desk::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Takes a seat on the Bridge, tired of standing::

CEO_Spicer says:
::Exits the turbolift and goes to the Main Engineering Console::

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Nods to the Admiral and secures his station for the relief officer and makes his way to the command chair taking his seat:: FCO: ETA to destination?

Host FCO_Mears says:
::Watches the Admiral leave::

CEO_Spicer says:
::Looks around the Bridge and notices who is and isn't there::

Host FCO_Mears says:
OPS: At present speed, about 3 hours.

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Nods and locks down her console and follows the Admiral::

Host FCO_Mears says:
OPS:, Sir, do you know what’s up?  These coordinates, they're for the middle of nowhere?

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
CTO: Have a seat, Lieutenant.  ::Motions to a chair in front of the desk::

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Nods at the FCO and looks up at the CEO as he walks in:: CEO: How're the engines holding up Chief?

OPS_Sorsion says:
FCO: Quite frankly, no.  I just got here myself, assigned to the Kootenai that is.  So I'm even unfamiliar with the Admiral, although I did read a fair bit about her on my trip here.

CEO_Spicer says:
OPS: They'll do for now. ::Grins::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Sits down and looks at the Admiral:: Admiral: Anything the matterrr, Ma'am?

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
CTO: As you are aware this is a Priority Level 1 assignment, therefore you will not reveal anything about what I am about to tell you to anyone on this ship.

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Cracks a smile which quickly disappears:: CEO: Stay on top of them, I'm unsure of the condition of this ship.  Reports say she's in top condition, but that's just Starfleet's way of saying it works.

OPS_Sorsion says:
FCO: What's around or near our current heading?

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Nods:: Admiral: Underrrstood Ma'am.

Host FCO_Mears says:
OPS: Err, um, nothing, Sir, we just heading out into deep space.  Strange.

CEO_Spicer says:
OPS: You know I will. ::Monitors the systems from the Bridge::

OPS_Sorsion says:
FCO: What's the nearest inhabitable star system to that location? CMO: Check long-range sensors, see if there is anything that may make that area of space unique, or for anything out of the ordinary.

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
CTO: We are headed to a rendezvous with a Federation shuttlecraft where we will transport aboard a Commander Sutton and one prisoner...a Romulan agent by the name of Pentel.  You will arrange around the clock security in the brig and no one is allowed in or out of the brig with the exception of Commander Sutton, you and myself.  Is that clear?

Host FCO_Mears says:
::Checks charts:: There nearest system to where we going is almost 2 hours at warp 6. Nothing on sensors so far.

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
CTO: Oh and Lieutenant Bailey also.

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Nods:: Admiral: Crrrystal.

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Stands:: CTO: Very well, dismissed.

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Sighs and wonders:: FCO: That's quite odd.

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Stands, nods to the Admiral and returns to the Bridge::

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Waits for the CTO to leave before following her out::

CEO_Spicer says:
OPS: You will notice that some of the Erie's systems are new. Experimental actually. Not quite standard equipment.

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Walks to the command deck:: OPS: You are relieved.  Return to your station.

Host ASM_Brian says:
ACTION: The trip passes slowly but smoothly.  The Erie approaches the rendezvous point.

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Stands as the Admiral re-enters the Bridge:: Admiral: Just as you left her, Sir.  ::Goes to his station and turns to the CEO:: CEO: Experimental?  Can you repair them if needed?

Host FCO_Mears says:
Admiral: Approaching coordinates.

CMO_Sovok says:
::Looks at the CTO and back at the viewscreen::

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
FCO: Very well, slow to half impulse.  CTO: Scan for vessels.

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Monitors ships systems to be sure there are no anomalies::

Host FCO_Mears says:
::Slows ship::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Runs the scan:: Admiral: One type-6 shuttlecrrraft, Ma'am.

CEO_Spicer says:
OPS: The connections where the systems were installed remains. The actual equipment has been removed.

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
FCO: All stop.

Host FCO_Mears says:
::Stops ship::

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
OPS: Open a hailing frequency.

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Stands and walks forward a few steps::

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Nods and dials up the communications array:: Admiral: Hailing frequencies open, Sir.

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
COM: Shuttlecraft: This is Admiral Valar Mitchell of the Federation starship USS Erie.  Please respond.

Host Commander_Sutton says:
COM: Erie: This is Commander Sutton.  I have the package. Clear us to dock.  Have a security detail meet us in the docking bay.

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
COM: Sutton: Acknowledged.  ::Motions for OPS to cut the COM channel::

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Raises an eyebrow at the message and terminates communication::

Host ASM_Brian says:
ACTION: The shuttle approaches the rear of the Erie.

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
FCO: Clear the shuttle for docking.  CTO: Report to Airlock 17C and prepare to receive our guests.

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Nods and heads for the turbolift::

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Sits back down in the command chair and waits for confirmation of transfer::

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Feels uncomfortable in his position and shifts a bit monitoring the shuttle docking::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Stands at the appropriate airlock and waits::

Host ASM_Brian says:
ACTION: The shuttle lands in the docking bay. A human and a Romulan exit the shuttle, the Romulan is in restraints.

Host Commander_Sutton says:
::Leads the Romulan towards the airlock::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Watches the Commander::

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Checks his consoles to make sure all lighting levels on the Bridge are at optimal levels feeling in the dark::

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
*CTO*: Report, Lieutenant.

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
*Admiral*: Everrrything appearrrs to be fine, Admirrral

Host Commander_Sutton says:
CTO: Have your people escort the prisoner to the brig, inform Admiral Mitchell I'm onboard then assemble the senior staff, I want to brief them as soon as possible.

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
*CTO*: Acknowledged.  See to their accommodations then report back to the Bridge.

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Raises an eyebrow curiously:: Admiral: Does Commander Sutton have a guest Admiral?

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Nods:: Commander Sutton: Underrrstood, Sirrr.. ::Begins to lead them to the Brig:: Commander Sutton: If you will follow me, Sirrr.

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Raises an eyebrow at OPS but does not say anything::

Host Commander_Sutton says:
::Follows the CTO::

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Finds it very curious the Admiral did not respond:: Admiral:, Sir?

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
OPS: Mind your station, Lieutenant.  ::Stands:: All: Report to the Briefing Room.

OPS_Sorsion says:
Admiral: Aye, Sir. ::Looks down at his consoles pondering the mysterious guest::

CEO_Spicer says:
::Smiles to himself at the conversation between the new OPS officer and the Admiral::

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Walks to the Briefing Room and takes her seat at the head of the table, recalling the last time she sat in this chair::

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Looks up again and locks down his station for the relief to take over before proceeding to the Briefing room::

Host ASM_Brian says:
ACTION: The prisoner is secured and the senior staff is assembled in the Briefing Room.

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Sits in her nice comfy chair and puts her paws together as she thinks::

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Sips his glass of water and waits PADD in hand for the Admiral's briefing::

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Looks to the faces of the senior officers then stands:: All: I would like to introduce Commander Sutton.  ::Motions to Sutton:: He will bring you up to speed on our assignment.  ::Sits down again::

Host Commander_Sutton says:
::Stands::  Admiral: Thank you.

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Looks over to Sutton and tilts his head summing the Commander. up::

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Nods to Sutton and sits back::

Host Commander_Sutton says:
All: As you may be aware there is a Romulan in your brig.  Up until about 18 months ago he was a spy for the Romulan Empire.  We're hoping to give him back to the Romulans.

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Lowers both eyebrows curiously::

Host Commander_Sutton says:
All: In exchange, the Romulans will be giving us one of our agents they captured about 6 months ago.  All: Due to the current state of affairs between the Federation and the Romulan Empire, this is to be done quietly. You are not allowed to speak of this mission, to anyone.

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Looks around the table at the faces of the senior officers::

Host Commander_Sutton says:
All: We will proceed to these coordinates, ::Indicates space inside the neutral zone:: rendezvous with a Romulan warship and make the exchange.

CEO_Spicer says:
::Watches Commander Sutton closely::

Host Commander_Sutton says:
All: Are there any questions?

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Raises her hand slightly::

Host Commander_Sutton says:
Admiral: Yes?

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
Sutton: Should we expect any interference from the Romulans?

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Raises an eyebrow::

Host Commander_Sutton says:
Admiral: Our best estimate is no.  It's in their best interest to make this go smoothly. However, there are reports that some Factions in the Empire may try to use this opportunity to sour current relations.

OPS_Sorsion says:
Self: Neutral Zone. ::Clears his throat loudly and tugs on his tunic::

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Nods to Sutton:: Sutton: We will make all the necessary arrangements for our safety as a precautionary measure.  ::Nods to the CTO::

Host Commander_Sutton says:
All: Any other questions?

OPS_Sorsion says:
Sutton:, Sir, that takes us into the neutral zone.  I don't have to remind you the Federation peace treaty with the Romulans prevents any Federation starship from entering.  If this is a rouse we could be responsible for causing a war or walking into a trap.

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
OPS: We have our orders, Lieutenant.  ::Glares at the new officer::

Host Commander_Sutton says:
OPS: Starfleet and the Romulans have agreed to this location.  It’s in the middle of the neutral zone, halfway between both parties.

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Looks to the Admiral curiously:: Admiral: Of course, Sir.  Sutton: Understood.

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Looks to the new OPS and sighs::

Host Commander_Sutton says:
All: Anything else?

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Looks around the table::

Host Commander_Sutton says:
All: Then you're dismissed.

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Catches the look of Mitchell and looks with intent back at the Admiral::

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Stands and watches as the officers exit the Briefing room.  Nods to Sutton:: Sutton: I trust you have inspected the brig and our security measures are acceptable?

OPS_Sorsion says:
::Catches the drift and picks up his PADD and walks out to his station::

Host Commander_Sutton says:
Admiral: They appear so. I'm not expecting any trouble. We're sending him home, why would he want to cause trouble now?

Host Admiral_Mitchell says:
::Looks at Sutton and raises an eyebrow:: Sutton: One should always be on the look out for the unexpected, Commander.  ::Turns and walks out of the Briefing Room onto the Bridge::

Host ASM_Brian says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<Pause Kootenai Mission>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

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