Host SM_Darlene says:
Prelude: Last time on ACTD Kootenai Station…

The injured senior staff was beamed to the San Carlo Sickbay where they were treated and released back to duty by the EMH.

They beamed back to the Town Square and were met by XO Marek.  Due to a sudden rainstorm, the group took shelter and is in the process of devising a search and rescue plan.

Time Lapse: 5 minutes…

Cast of Characters

Brian Wachendorf as CO Captain P’Dar Kerst
Gary Cole as CMO Lieutenant Commander Sovok
Kytra Seliquini as CTO Lieutenant Bao’tzhu Shengming Rr’Vellan
Steve Seliquini as OPS Lieutenant Rick Spicer
Pablo Delsoglio as FCO Commander Satok Marek
Juanita Wilson as CNS Lieutenant Alana Torez

Guest Appearance
SM-Darlene Wise as TO Bailey, Kezlarian Commander Ora

Host SM_Darlene says:
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Host XO_Marek says:
::Paces from left to right, thinking frantically about the situation::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Steps around on top of the rubble::

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: The storm is getting worse.  The rain is just pounding down on the city.

CNS_Alana says:
::Standing very near the XO as he paces::

Host XO_Marek says:
All: Well, you have your orders.  What happened with the security team I asked for? ::Notices they didn't beam down yet::

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: Lightening and thunder can be heard breaking in the distance.

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
*TO*: Bailey, get yourrr team down herrre post haste!

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: A security team materializes on top of the rubble right in the middle of the rainstorm.

CNS_Alana says:
::Jumps as the thunder begins to get louder::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Tries to work despite the worsening conditions::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Bailey> ::Standing on the top of the rubble pile:: All: Move out!  ::Growls::

Host XO_Marek says:
::Hears the thunder and sees the team materializing:: All: Fine. I think we should split up and get on our assignments.  Any further suggestions?

OPS_Spicer says:
::Looks at the downpour:: XO: This is going to slow things down a bit.

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Bailey> ::Descends the rubble pile, his big feet gripping the rough edges of the chunks of debris.::

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
TO: You alrrright, Bailey?

CNS_Alana says:
XO: I wonder how long it will take before someone from the government joins us?

Host XO_Marek says:
OPS: You are right Lieutenant but we cannot allow ourselves a second of rest.

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Bailey> ::Approaches the group, his fur soaking wet:: CTO: Yes, Lieutenant.

Host XO_Marek says:
CNS: I think we should insist on that,  With all the confusion, I think they are intentionally avoiding us.  I bet on that.

OPS_Spicer says:
::Taps COM badge:: *SC OPS*: This is Lieutenant Spicer, one to beam up. XO: Good luck Sir. I will report as soon as I have anything.

Host XO_Marek says:
OPS: Thanks.

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: Spicer dematerializes and rematerializes in the San Carlo transporter room.

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
TO: You take five and head to the east. I'll take the otherrr five and head west. Rrreporrrt in every ten minutes::

OPS_Spicer says:
::Dematerializes::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Begins moving as many things as he can::

Host XO_Marek says:
CTO/CNS/CMO: Ok, I think we should move now. We must find a government officer with whom we can talk to.

OPS_Spicer says:
@::Rematerializes on the transporter pad aboard the San Carlo and heads to the bridge::

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: A small group of Kezlarian Military officers approach the Kootenai crew.

Host XO_Marek says:
::Sees the small group:: All: Our waiting has finished, I guess.. ::Raises an eyebrow and turns to the officers::

CNS_Alana says:
XO: Look here, someone is approaching us!

Host Cmdr_Ora says:
::Marches up to the XO and looks at the others:: XO: I am Commander Ora, head of Kezlarian Military.  I have assumed command in the absence of the Governor.

Host XO_Marek says:
::Whispers to the CTO:: CTO:: Keep your eyes wide open, Lieutenant.

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Nods:: XO: Yes, Sirrr.

CNS_Alana says:
::Looks at Ora and then to the others::

Host XO_Marek says:
Commander Ora: Commander, nice to meet you. :Nods:: I am Commander Marek.  As you have, I have taken command of my ship due to the possible abduction of my Captain.

CNS_Alana says:
::Wants the XO to engage them in conversation, gives him a little nudge::

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Pulls out her tricorder and scans the Kezlarians, just in case::

Host Cmdr_Ora says:
::Nods:: XO: What information have you been able to gather so far?

OPS_Spicer says:
@::Arrives on the bridge and takes command:: Lieutenant Wolfe: Notify SF HQ of our current situation. O'Toole: Ensign, I want a transporter lock on the Away Team at all times. Be ready to beam them up on a moments notice.

Host XO_Marek says:
Commander Ora:: To be honest, not much. We have just discovered that our Captain and your Governor were beamed out of the office at the exact time the explosion occurred. Unfortunately we don't know where to or who did the transport. I really hope you can assist us with something that can help us to clear all this.

OPS_Spicer says:
@All stations: Ship's status.

Host XO_Marek says:
::Waits patiently for Commander Ora's answer, as he gives a glance to rest of his staff::

Host Cmdr_Ora says:
::Frowns and thinks a moment:: XO: It could be a group calling themselves the Kezlarian Liberation Movement...we've been having problems with them of late.  This is just their style.  It is unclear exactly who their members are, however I suspect they are the same group that is responsible for the bombing on your station.

CNS_Alana says:
::Senses something a little odd about Commander Ora::

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Glances at the XO and whispers:: XO: Nothing unusual, Sirrr.

CNS_Alana says:
XO: Could I have a word with you?

Host XO_Marek says:
Commander Ora: I think we should be really honest between us if we really want to find the Governor and Captain Kerst.  Are you sure you aren't hiding anything?  Excuse me if I'm so forward but time urges us.

Host Cmdr_Ora says:
::Pulls a PADD from his pocket:: XO: I am not hiding anything from you.  Here is a list of the known terrorist groups operating in this area along with names of known terrorists.  We've been trying our best to locate them but they keep moving just ahead of us.  

OPS_Spicer says:
@M'Dalla: I want you to scan the area and see if you can find a trace of any ships that have left the area.

Host XO_Marek says:
CNS: Sure, Counselor in minute.  ::Grabs the PADD and gives a look at it::

Host XO_Marek says:
Commander Ora. : Excuse me for a second.  ::Nods and smiles trying to soften the tense dialogue::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Looks around::

Host Cmdr_Ora says:
::Leans over and points to a name on the list:: XO: Here is the one I suspect bombed these offices.  ::Points::

CNS_Alana says:
::Steps back a few feet::

Host XO_Marek says:
::Turns to the CNS:: CNS: Yes, Counselor, you look worried.

Host Cmdr_Ora says:
XO: He is known as Opo.

CNS_Alana says:
::Leans in to whisper to XO::  XO: I noticed she mentioned the bombing of our station, I don't recall you telling that to him, how would he know if he just assumed command?  And I do sense something a little odd about all of them, just be careful, Sir!

Host Cmdr_Ora says:
XO: Opo commands the largest of the terrorists groups.  He is very dangerous and very capable of destroying our city.

Host XO_Marek says:
CNS: You have a point.  Thanks Counselor. I will be careful.. ::Turns again to Commander Ora::

CNS_Alana says:
::Steps forward with XO again::

Host Cmdr_Ora says:
XO: I can take you to their last known location, however they have long since moved on.

Host XO_Marek says:
Commander Ora: Excuse me if I ask you, but somehow I consider this relevant information.  What is the exact motivation of this terrorist group?  Why are they doing this? 

CNS_Alana says:
::Listens intently::

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Perks her ears, watching the XO and Ora::

Host Cmdr_Ora says:
XO: Some just want to take over our government, some do not agree with our religion.  ::Shrugs:: Who knows for sure?

Host XO_Marek says:
::Goes through the PADD information once again::

Host Cmdr_Ora says:
XO: If I may make a suggestion?

Host XO_Marek says:
Commander Ora: But of course.

OPS_Spicer says:
@::Begins a full research on the Kezlarian homeworld and social-economical structure looking for clues::

Host Cmdr_Ora says:
XO: We have a few of their members in custody.  We have been unable to extract any information from them, but perhaps you or one of your crew will have better luck?

CMO_Sovok says:
::Looks around for the CTO::

CNS_Alana says:
::Begins to sense just from instinct that XO will have an assignment for her soon::

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Twitches her tail slowly::

Host XO_Marek says:
Commander Ora: Anything that could help will be welcome, but ... let me tell you in advance, we certainly don't support any kind of torture techniques ::Suddenly he remembers the interrogation they did aboard the Kootenai:: Are those prisoners, by any chance those people you took out from the building just a few minutes ago?

Host Cmdr_Ora says:
XO: Possibly.  They were apprehended for looting.  We won't know until we run their DNA through the computers.

CNS_Alana says:
Commander Ora: Are any of them ones you possible want interrogated?

CMO_Sovok says:
::Watches the CTO and smiles to himself, happy she wasn't injured::

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Nods to Bailey and sends his team out anyway::

Host XO_Marek says:
::Looks at the rest of the group:: Commander Ora: I think that for now this is our only lead to follow.  But if you don't mind, I would like my people to perform an extensive search over the planet.  Of course, if your officers want to join them, we won't say no.

Host Cmdr_Ora says:
CNS: We will need to identify them first.  We will then begin interrogation on the prisoners we have in custody then the new prisoners identified as having ties to the terrorist groups

Host Cmdr_Ora says:
XO: Of course, Commander.

CNS_Alana says:
::Nods::

Host XO_Marek says:
All. Fine. Listen up, people. Lieutenant Bao, Lieutenant Commander Sovok, I would like you to perform this search.  Take the security team with you.

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Nods:: XO: Yes Sirrr.

Host XO_Marek says:
CNS: Please, join Commander Ora and me in order to interrogate the possible suspects.

CMO_Sovok says:
::Nods to the XO and then to the CTO:: CTO: Ready, Bao? ::Smiles::

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Nods to the CMO and motions for the security team to join them:: CMO: Rrready when you arrre.

Host Cmdr_Ora says:
XO: Shall we proceed, Commander?  ::Motions for two vehicles to pull up next to the group::

CNS_Alana says:
XO: Aye, Sir, I will help any way I can.

CMO_Sovok says:
CTO: Ready.

Host XO_Marek says:
Commander Ora: Sure, after you.

OPS_Spicer says:
@<O'Toole> OPS: Sir, the Away Team is splitting up.

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: Two jeep-like hover vehicles pull up to the group.

Host Cmdr_Ora says:
::Climbs into the vehicle and motions for the others to follow:: CTO/CMO: You may have use of the other vehicle.

Host XO_Marek says:
*OPS*: Progress report.

OPS_Spicer says:
@O'Toole: Keep a lock on them. They may need to be beamed out ASAP.

CNS_Alana says:
::Steps into the vehicle with XO::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Climbs onto the other vehicle and offers his hand to the CTO::

Host XO_Marek says:
::Follows Commander Ora:: CNS: ::Whispers:: So far, so good.

Host Cmdr_Ora says:
::Nods to the driver to take them to his headquarters::

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
::Takes the CMO's hand and steps into the car:: CMO: Thank you. ::Blushes::

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: The vehicle carrying the Kezlarian Commander, XO and CNS speeds away from the group.

CMO_Sovok says:
#::Smiles and takes the drivers seat::

Host XO_Marek says:
Commander Ora: Please, tell me Commander How long have these groups been operating?

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Bailey> ::Motions for the security team to begin a search of the area then moves off as the others leave::

Host XO_Marek says:
::Wonders why OPS didn't answer him::

Host Cmdr_Ora says:
XO: These groups have been around for a while, however only lately have their attacks increased.

OPS_Spicer says:
@*XO*: I've informed Starfleet Command and I have a lock on all members of the away team Sir.

CMO_Sovok says:
#::Waits for the CTO to sit down::

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
#::Sits down:: CMO: Sorrrry.

Host XO_Marek says:
*OPS*: Acknowledge.  Keep me updated, Lieutenant.  Marek, out.

Host SM_Darlene says:
#ACTION: The CMO's knee accidentally hits a button on the steering column and the hovercraft jerks upwards.

CNS_Alana says:
::Pats her side arm, looking back at the vehicle that security is in::

Host XO_Marek says:
Commander Ora: Any particular reason for such increase on their activity.

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
#::Screams::

Host Cmdr_Ora says:
XO: Well, I think it is because it was close to our annual worshiping ceremony, but who really knows?

CNS_Alana says:
XO: I do not plan to leave your side, don't ask me too, even if there is a request for a private meeting with you alone, Sir!

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: Hovercraft one speeds through the city towards Military headquarters.

Host XO_Marek says:
::Raises an eyebrow and looks to the CNS:: Commander Ora: Yes, who really knows?  ::Frowns::

Host XO_Marek says:
CNS: Thanks, CNS. You will be my guardian angel.

CNS_Alana says:
Ora: you have made the statement, "who really know" a couple of times, what do you personally think is the reason they want to interrupt your religious ceremonies?

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: Meanwhile on the San Carlo, the crew runs intensive scans of the planet but so far no signs of the CO's bio signature has been found.

CMO_Sovok says:
#::Shakes his head:: CTO: No need to be.. Whoa... a little touchy.. ::Takes the controls and maneuvers them more gracefully::

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
#::Puts her paw over her chest:: CMO: Sorrry, it just starrrrtled me.  ::Buckles her seat belt::

Host Cmdr_Ora says:
CNS: I suppose it is because they do not subscribe to our religion, Counselor.

CMO_Sovok says:
#CTO: Startled me too.  ::Gets familiar with the controls and begins to move the vehicle:: There we go.

Host SM_Darlene says:
#ACTION: Hovercraft two begins to move along the streets of the city as Sovok gets a "feel" for the controls.

CNS_Alana says:
Commander Ora: Do tell us about your religion, if you do not mind?  Why would it be so difficult for anyone else to understand?

Host XO_Marek says:
Commander Ora: Is there a chance that your religion may be turned into an oppressive one?  I mean, I don't want to offend you.

Host Cmdr_Ora says:
::Nods:: XO: Perhaps it has, Commander.  We have had several changes in our religious authorities...many more than before.

CMO_Sovok says:
CTO: I'll take you out to dinner when all of this is over... I feel like I haven't slept in forever.

Host XO_Marek says:
::Stares at the impolite buildings as the vehicle runs down the street::

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
#CMO: Oh you don't have to do that.

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: The rainstorm subsides.

CNS_Alana says:
Commander Ora: what is the main idea of your religion?

CMO_Sovok says:
#CTO: Why not?

Host Cmdr_Ora says:
CNS: Well, it started out as one God, but has evolved into four.  I'm not sure how that happened myself.

Host XO_Marek says:
Commander Ora: So, those changes don’t get along with your religion and society, don't they?

Host Cmdr_Ora says:
CNS: And because of this the laws ruling our people have changed, become more stringent.

CNS_Alana says:
Commander Ora: Four Gods?  What for?

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
#CMO: I don't want to be a botherrr.

Host Cmdr_Ora says:
::Shrugs:: CNS: I don't know.

CMO_Sovok says:
#::Laughs:: CTO: A bother?

Host SM_Darlene says:
#ACTION: Sovok decides to try some maneuvers with the hovercraft and pulls back on the stick.  The hovercraft suddenly bolts upwards towards the tops of the buildings.

Host XO_Marek says:
::Raises an eyebrow... once again:: Commander Ora: Are you a religious man yourself, Commander?

CNS_Alana says:
Commander Ora: Your main God... who is supreme, who writes the rules of your religion and who makes sure the people follow them?

Host Cmdr_Ora says:
XO: Funny you should ask, Commander....I used to be but with this new interpretation....well, I'm not subscribing to it.  However, I've not resorted to terrorist tactics over it either.

CMO_Sovok says:
#::Attempts to level off the craft as a stress siren goes off. Manages to do so and flips the master warning off so that it'd reset::

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
#::Hugs Sovok and tries not to scream::

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: Hovercraft two is now flying high above the buildings

CNS_Alana says:
::Beginning to get a sense of something else not ...just quiet ...right::

CMO_Sovok says:
#::Looks down at her:: CTO: Sorry, Bao... ::Smiles at her::

Host Cmdr_Ora says:
CNS: That would be our priests and priestesses, Counselor.  It is their job to interpret the ancient writings and tell it to the people.

Host XO_Marek says:
Commander Ora: I understand.  Is it much further to our destination?

CNS_Alana says:
Commander Ora: If you don't mind answering my question?

Host Cmdr_Ora says:
XO: We will arrive soon, Commander.  It’s not safe to travel faster than this.

Host Cmdr_Ora says:
::Looks at the CNS:: CNS: I believe I just did, Counselor.

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
#::Opens her eyes:: CMO: Arrre we okay?

Host XO_Marek says:
Commander Ora. Fine. Interesting vehicles. They make me remember some earth vehicles I saw in a Museum once.

CMO_Sovok says:
#::Nods:: CTO: Yes.

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: Hovercraft one slows down as they approach the gates to the Military base.

CNS_Alana says:
Commander Ora: No! you did not!  Just what is the main Idea of the religion that is being so objected about?

Host XO_Marek says:
::As a Vulcan, Marek tends to focus on some... irrelevant things::

CNS_Alana says:
::Staring right at Commander Ora::

Host Cmdr_Ora says:
CNS: As I said, it used to be one God and now it's four.  I can't answer your question more specifically than that as I do not subscribe to the new interpretation.  If you want more information, I suggest you speak to one of our high priests.  ::Frowns::

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
#::Looks around:: CMO: Oh. ::Lets go of him:: Sorrry.

CMO_Sovok says:
#CTO: Why?

CNS_Alana says:
Commander Ora: I would like that.  Are there any around where we will be going?

CTO_Rr`Vellan says:
#CMO: I thought...uhhh.. ::Blushes:: Nothing.

Host Cmdr_Ora says:
CNS: No, we have no high priests at the base.

Host XO_Marek says:
Commander Ora: The new interpretation? When did this interpretation appear? ::Sounds pushy::

CMO_Sovok says:
#::Smiles at the CTO and continues to pilot the craft::

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: Hovercraft one approaches the gates of the military base and stops to check in.

CMO_Sovok says:
#::Is a very good pilot::

CNS_Alana says:
XO:  I think that one of our stops should be to where a high priest can be talked to, Sir!

Host SM_Darlene says:
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