USS Luna NCC 65828 
SD 10206.23

Starring:
Arlene McInyre as Admiral Xavier 
Charlie Nance as CO Nicolas Harm 
Anna Marie Novick as CMO Tigs T. Ravenprowler 
Bruce Oriani as FCO M.J. Doole
Carol Ray as CTO Anna Hanover
Mark Burton as CIV Seng, House of Tarn

Guests:
Eldad Ben-Tovim as OPS Lt. Jones  
Gina Toye as CEO LtCmdr. Binks
Eli _______ as EO Lt. Mike Gunn

Absent:
Karriaunna Scott as CSO Harmony Singh 

Host Arlene says:
Summary:  The USS Luna is aboard to disembark to the Briar Patch to check out the security and to secure the area.  The Admiral is onboard to deliver some bad news and possibly some good.

Host Arlene says:
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CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: in Sickbay finishing her report ::

CIV_Seng says:
::stands on the bridge watching the crew work::

CEO_Binks says:
::is in ME checking diagnostics of the ship as Starbase personnel never do it quite right::

CTO_Hanover says:
::standing at Tac 1 going over sensors and scanners in preparation for the upcoming mission::

Host XO_Harm says:
::sitting at the XO's chair, going over final departure reports::

Host Adm_Xavier says:
::enters the Bridge and looks around for the XO::

FCO_Doole says:
::sitting at Helm, making final checks and preparations::

Lt_Gunn says:
::walks into ME::  CEO: Good Day, Commander.  ::presents PADD::  LT. Mike Gunn reporting for specialist duty....   I hear that we're taking this boat into the Briar Patch.....

CTO_Hanover says:
ALL: Admiral on deck!

FCO_Doole says:
:: at attention ::

CTO_Hanover says:
::snaps to attention::

Host XO_Harm says:
::notices the Admiral enter, stands::

CIV_Seng says:
::turns to the Admiral::

CEO_Binks says:
:: walks up to a console furious:: :: self:: Now why did they do that?::  ::looks at the LT and smiles:: Lt. Gunn :: LT: Good day to you to .::takes the PADD:: make yourself at home.

Host Adm_Xavier says:
All:  As you were.

CTO_Hanover says:
::resumes what I was working on::

OPS_Jones says:
::At OPS, watching his surroundings cautiously as he watches the various Luna crew move around him. With a long sigh he struggles to remember why he went on this suicidal mission again, with a grunt he remembers and shakes his head::

Host Adm_Xavier says:
XO:  Cmdr. Harm, its good to see you and your not chasing me for a change.  Please have your crew meet in the Observation lounge.

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: sits back in her chair yawning widely ::

Lt_Gunn says:
::smiles::  CEO: Thank you,  with your permission, I'll be setting up two of these consoles for primary drive system manipulation with a comm uplink to Helm and OPS.

Host XO_Harm says:
ADM: It is good to see you, not in my phaser sights either Admiral.

CIV_Seng says:
::stands towards the back of the Bridge studying the crew:: Self: Maybe, To'Mach might be right.

FCO_Doole says:
::continues checks::

Host Adm_Xavier says:
::grins::  XO:  Talking about boring.

CEO_Binks says:
LT: Certainly as long as you don't hack up the systems to much I’m fine with it.  ::smiles:: Coffee ?

Host XO_Harm says:
*ALL*: Senior staff report to the Observation Lounge.

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: hears the announcement and grumbles ::

Host XO_Harm says:
ADM: Sir??

Lt_Gunn says:
::grins and hears the comm::  CEO: I guess after this briefing....  

Host Adm_Xavier says:
::laughs::  XO:  We are not shooting at each other.

Lt_Gunn says:
CEO: I can tell this is going to be the start of a WONDERFUL friendship. Coffee offers already.

CEO_Binks says:
::hears the comm and sighs:: Gunn: They never leave you in peace ...... Yep, does seem that way. ::leaves ME to go the TL::

FCO_Doole says:
::goes to Observation Lounge::

CTO_Hanover says:
::hears the XO and turns to Peterson telling him to continue with the scans before stepping back and turning for the OL::

Host XO_Harm says:
ADM: You did always make a good moving target.

Lt_Gunn says:
::follows the CEO::

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: rises and straightens her uniform, growling ::

Host Adm_Xavier says:
XO:  I'm just thankful you were a lousy shot.

CEO_Binks says:
::enters the TL:: TL: Observation Lounge.

CIV_Seng says:
::walks across the Bridge entering the OL moves to the back of the room::

Host Adm_Xavier says:
XO:  Shall we Cmdr?::

Lt_Gunn says:
::rides::  CEO: I was kinda taken aback by the Admiral's orders for me to report here.....

Lt_Gunn says:
CEO: Any insight on what we hope to accomplish?

CTO_Hanover says:
::walks into the OL taking a stand at the back where she can keep an eye on everything::

Host XO_Harm says:
ADM: We shall. ::bites his lip at the Admiral’s last comment, motions to the Observation Lounge::

CEO_Binks says:
Gunn: You know I’m new to this ship and I haven't got a clue .. but I think we are about to find out.

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: walks over to her bat'leth hanging on the wall and gives it a pat before leaving::

Host Adm_Xavier says:
ACTION:  As everyone assembles in the Observation Lounge the relief FCO begins de docking procedures.   The Admiral's yacht following beside.

Lt_Gunn says:
::smiles as the TL arrives at the Observation Lounge::

Host Adm_Xavier says:
::enters the Observation Lounge::

Lt_Gunn says:
::motions for the CEO to exit first, quite the little gentleman isn't he?::

CTO_Hanover says:
::stands at the back watching everyone enter and take seats::

CEO_Binks says:
::leaves the TL and enters Observation Lounge::

Host XO_Harm says:
::enters the Observation Lounge behind the Admiral::

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: wanders over to the TL and enters:: Computer: Bridge.

Host Adm_Xavier says:
::moves to the front of the lounge::

Lt_Gunn says:
::follows the CEO out and finds a place to stand::

CEO_Binks says:
::walks to the back of the room and stands reading a PADD waiting for things to start ::

Host Adm_Xavier says:
ALL:  You may have heard the rumors reference Capt. Merced.

Lt_Gunn says:
::takes a place about mid table facing the front of the room::

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: exits the TL ::

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: looks around the Bridge ::

Lt_Gunn says:
::listens intently::

CEO_Binks says:
:: hears the ADM and is a little confused ::

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: heads for the Observation Lounge ::

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: enters the lounge coming to attention when she sees the Admiral ::

Host XO_Harm says:
::notices the CMO enter the lounge::

Host Adm_Xavier says:
CMO:  As you were, Cmdr.  ::smiles::

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: stands near the door ::

Host Adm_Xavier says:
ALL:  As I was saying, you may have heard the rumors regarding Capt. Merced.  Unfortunately to my dismay they are true.

Host Adm_Xavier says:
ALL:  I tried talking him out of it, but he decided it was time to resign his commission to Starfleet.

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: thinks hmmmmmmmmm::

CTO_Hanover says:
::looks around the room noting new faces...makes a mental note to check the crew roster for any updates::

Host Adm_Xavier says:
ALL:  I am holding on to his Captain’s pips should he decide that he should ever want to come back.  Unfortunately, that leaves the Luna short one Captain.

CEO_Binks says:
::leans on the other foot so she can get her blood supply back in the one she was leaning on and listens::

Host Adm_Xavier says:
::turns and looks at the XO:: XO:  Harm, I have no doubt you've been wondering why I requested you for this post, considering for the last 10 years you have been trying to kill me and I've been ducking your phaser sights.

FCO_Doole says:
::standing next to CMO, listening to the Admiral::

CEO_Binks says:
::looks up raises and eyebrow quite impressed with that::

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: folds her arms across her chest, growling::

Host Adm_Xavier says:
XO:  At the time I had no idea that Captain Merced was thinking along these lines, but I thought you would make a good Executive Officer for him.

Host XO_Harm says:
ADM: The thought has crossed my mind from time to time, Admiral.  Not exactly the ideal post for a lawyer, Sir.

Host Adm_Xavier says:
::shrugs with a wicked grin:: XO:  I needed someone who could lie well, who better then a lawyer.  ::smiles sweetly::

FCO_Doole says:
:: hears CMO and puts a hand on CMO's shoulder, and gives it a light pat::

Host Adm_Xavier says:
XO:  So Cmdr, do you promise not to kill your Admiral?

Host XO_Harm says:
::lets the last comment pass, looks around the room, now is not the time or place for a debate on the "TRUTH" ::

Host Adm_Xavier says:
ACTION:  The Luna completes de-docking and making her way to the outer markers.

Host XO_Harm says:
ADM: I promise, unless of course I receive orders from Starfleet Command to the contrary.

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: won't say what she is thinking about this turn of events ::

Host Adm_Xavier says:
XO:  Well, since they love me again, don't sit by your console waiting for those orders.  Front and Center, Commander.

CEO_Binks says:
::now she understands where she went wrong all her career::

Host XO_Harm says:
::stands and approaches the Admiral, coming to attention::

FCO_Doole says:
::rests hand more firmly on CMO's shoulder:: ::whispering:: CMO: Easy, Tigs.

Host Adm_Xavier says:
XO:  Cmdr, by the Order of Starfleet Commander I hereby promote you to Captain of the Luna with all the privileges, the rank provides.

Host Adm_Xavier says:
XO:  That includes mega responsibilities too, Harm...  don't think I forgot that.  ::grins::

Host Adm_Xavier says:
ACTION:  The Luna has passed the outer markers and has taken position 100 kms outside the patch.

Host XO_Harm says:
::stands there a little shell shocked, not having expected this:: ADM: Thank you, Sir, I will do my best to live up to this honor.

Host Adm_Xavier says:
CO:  And remember your oath, no killing the Admiral.  ::laughs::

Host CO_Harm says:
ADM: Ah, I believe in the fleet you say it, aye, Sir.

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: waits impatiently to be dismissed ::

Host Adm_Xavier says:
::smiles::  All:  I must get going, still many things to prepare for with the conference coming up.  I will see you all when the conference starts good luck on your mission.

CEO_Binks says:
:: goes back to reading her PADD quickly why everything has quieted down ::

Host CO_Harm says:
::waits for the Admiral to finish::

Host Adm_Xavier says:
::nods at the Captain and exits the room heading for her shuttle::

Lt_Gunn says:
::waves down the Admiral and raises voice::  ADM: Admiral....

Host CO_Harm says:
CTO: Front and center, Ensign Hanover.

Host Adm_Xavier says:
::turns:: LT. Gunn:  Yes, Lt. ?

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: comes to attention as the Admiral leaves ::

CTO_Hanover says:
::looks up curious but walks forward:: CO: Aye, Sir?

CEO_Binks says:
::watches the Lt. wondering what else they may do to this ship::

Host Adm_Xavier says:
::waits for the TL on the bridge to come, power fluctuating::

Host CO_Harm says:
CTO: It is my honor to present to you this, Purple Heart, for injuries received in the line of duty, and I promise you, Ensign, we will bring Eman to justice.

Lt_Gunn says:
::walks over to the CEO and whispers::  CEO: I need to catch Admiral Xavier before she leaves....   Captain Harm has my briefing, I believe.

Host CO_Harm says:
::hands the CTO an open box::

CEO_Binks says:
::looks:: Gunn: As you wish.

CTO_Hanover says:
CO: I will hold you to that, Sir. ::grins:: Thank you, Sir. ::takes the box and holds hand out::

CIV_Seng says:
::glares at the name Eman::

Host Adm_Xavier says:
::hits the button on the TL and receives a shock::  Self:  Arrrrg.

Lt_Gunn says:
::quietly heads for the door to the Bridge and sees the Admiral standing there::

OPS_Jones says:
::smirks from a distance as he watches the reaction to the name "Eman"::

Host Adm_Xavier says:
::holds her hand while she mutters::

Lt_Gunn says:
ADM: Problems, Admiral?

Host CO_Harm says:
::takes the Ensign’s hand::  CTO: I have something else for you back in my quarters, please stop by when you have an opportunity.

Host Adm_Xavier says:
::still muttering:: LT. Gunn:  This TL is trying to kill me.

CTO_Hanover says:
::nods:: CO: Aye, Sir. ::turns and walks back to the back of the room::

Lt_Gunn says:
::reaches over and keys in a command on the TL control pad::  Computer: Computer, restart Turbo Lift 1.

Host Adm_Xavier says:
ACTION:  Lt. Gunn is shocked also.

Lt_Gunn says:
All: DOH.

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: glares and waits to be dismissed ::

Lt_Gunn says:
::sighs::  ADM: This on top of your departure orders...  Where the heck have ya put me?

OPS_Jones says:
::waves to the CTO as she turns to leave, he glances at the room for the last time as he makes his way towards the CTO::

Host CO_Harm says:
FCO: Lt. Doole, front and center.

Host Adm_Xavier says:
::smiles::  Lt. Gunn:  I put you were you can get some ship board experience.  If you want to advance, you need this.  You have the potential of so much more.

FCO_Doole says:
::looks at CMO confused:: ::moves and stands in front of Captain::

FCO_Doole says:
::AA::

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: smile briefly at Doole on the way by then goes back to glowering ::

Lt_Gunn says:
ADM: I know Admiral...  But you realize that I had no briefing or ship prep time with the new Captain....  This one is going to be touch and go like crazy.  This ship needs a change of command shake down.  Judging from this turbo lift, the Luna is bad need of one now....

CEO_Binks says:
::watches everything that is happening ::

Host CO_Harm says:
FCO: Lt., I have looked hard and long, through the Federation Database, and I cannot find an appropriate medal that adequately honors you recent accomplishments.

Host Adm_Xavier says:
Lt. Gunn: Unfortunately, we don't have the time, with the conference coming I have every ship on alert.  The Orion Syndicate is trying to make there way into this base and I have waring factions showing up.  The Petyak's admission into the Federation is not being looked on favorably by some people.

FCO_Doole says:
::raises an eyebrow, saying nothing::

Host CO_Harm says:
FCO: I am therefor issuing you this Letter of Commendation for Courage and Grace under extreme circumstances, as well as this medal.  ::hands the FCO what looks like two pacifiers attached to a ribbon and pin::

Lt_Gunn says:
::agitated slightly:: ADM: Rachel... Don't quote politics to me.

FCO_Doole says:
::takes unusual medal and letter:: CO: Thank you ,Sir.

Host CO_Harm says:
::holds out his hand:: FCO: Congratulations and good luck, Lt..

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: get a twinkle in her eye at the medal ::

Host Adm_Xavier says:
Lt. Gunn: Michael, we are in a different world and you know it.  Your career suffered while we were undercover.  I'm trying to make up for it.

FCO_Doole says:
::takes CO's hand in own large hand and shakes:: CO: Thank you.

CTO_Hanover says:
::bites lip not to laugh and thinks how appropriate::

Host CO_Harm says:
All: Alright, folks, enough of the fun and games, lets get those answers to the Admiral’s questions.  Dismissed.

Lt_Gunn says:
ADM: Yeah... while you spend your days kissing Command's behind and dodging phaser shots and phony orders....   seems like old times to me....

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: stomps out the door to the TL ::

CIV_Seng says:
::walks out of the OL glaring at Jones::

CTO_Hanover says:
::nods and watches as everyone starts filing out of the room::

Host CO_Harm says:
OPS: Lt. Jones, can I have a word with you?

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: hits the button for  the TL ::

FCO_Doole says:
::follows CMO:: CMO: You ok,Tigs?

CTO_Hanover says:
::still not trusting Lt. Jones:: CO: Sir, do you need me to stay?

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: growls and says nothing to the FCO ::

Host Adm_Xavier says:
ACTION:  The TL doors open.

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: enters the TL:: Computer : Deck 12.

CIV_Seng says:
::walks to my usual place at the back of the Bridge nods to the ADM::

CEO_Binks says:
:: still standing at the back waiting for events to finish ::

FCO_Doole says:
::lets the CMO go, knowing that she'll talk to him when she is ready, returns to the helm::

Host CO_Harm says:
::smiles:: CTO: Not at this time, Ens.

Lt_Gunn says:
::looks at the ADM enters the TL::  ADM: Did you even have the foresight to order my equipment over here?

FCO_Doole says:
::takes back over the helm::

CEO_Binks says:
::walks out heading straight for the TL::

CTO_Hanover says:
::nods:: CO: As you wish, Sir. I will be close by if there is any trouble. ::turns heading for the door::

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: exits the TL and enters Sickbay ::

Host Adm_Xavier says:
Lt. Gunn: You know me better then that.  Of course, I did.  ::smirks at him.::  Added a surprise also.  ::grins::

CEO_Binks says:
::enters the TL:: TL: Main Engineering.

Lt_Gunn says:
::smiles::  ADM:  Safe journeys, Admiral.

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: heads directly to her office ::

CEO_Binks says:
::exists the TL and enters main engineering and sits in her chair spinning::

Host Adm_Xavier says:
Lt. Gunn: You too, Lt. I'll see you back on base.  Let me know when you get there.  Zach and I will have you over to dinner. ::exits the TL and heads for the TR entering she looks at the Chief::  Chief:  Ok, transport me to my chariot.  ::stepping up on the pad she waves as she dematerializes::

Lt_Gunn says:
::walks over to the Engineering station on the Bridge and sets up com uplinks between Helm and Ops::

Host CO_Harm says:
OPS: I want you to take Seng on as your second in the Operations department.

Lt_Gunn says:
::taps combadge::  *CEO*: Gunn to Binks....   

CEO_Binks says:
::stops spinning and runs a diagnostic while waiting she heads over to get a coffee::

CEO_Binks says:
*Gunn*: Yes, Lt.

Lt_Gunn says:
*CEO* : You should be seeing Drive Control Cross Link Telemetry coming in at the Auxiliary Drive Control Console from Conn and Ops.

CTO_Hanover says:
::walks over to station and checks to see that Peterson finished the last scans they were working on:: Self: Touchy is saying the least here. ::sighs and prepares as best as they can::

OPS_Jones says:
::glances up from his PADD, he glances around in wonder and frowns:: CO: Me? Hrm.. Okay?

CEO_Binks says:
*Gunn*: Not here in front of me but I’ll go look.  ::walks over to the console and glances:: Does seem you are correct there, Lt.

Host CO_Harm says:
OPS: Is there a problem with that Lt.?

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: paces the floor in her office, wearing out the carpet ::

Lt_Gunn says:
*CEO*: Cool Beans.  I'll be there shortly to take you up on that coffee... I need to make a quick trip to Cargo Bay 2 for a package.

OPS_Jones says:
CO: No, not really. You're the Captain, after all. ::smiles sweetly, he mentally rolls his eyes::

CEO_Binks says:
*Gunn*: Excellent, I’ll keep a watch on it for you, Binks out.

Host CO_Harm says:
OPS: Dismissed then.

OPS_Jones says:
CO: But you said you wanted to talk to me..?

Lt_Gunn says:
::smiles and heads for the TL, pressing the button carefully as not to get shocked:: ::makes note on PADD to have the TL controls on the bridge looked at::

CIV_Seng says:
::watches the crew lost in thought::

Host CO_Harm says:
::turns and exits the Observation Lounge, and enters the Bridge, almost sitting in the XO's chair he corrects and hopes no one noticed::

CTO_Hanover says:
:: stifles a grin at the new CO since he is right in front of her and goes back to her scans::

Host CO_Harm says:
FCO: Status report.

Lt_Gunn says:
::TL opens and he steps on::

OPS_Jones says:
::stares at the retreating form of the Captain, he scratches his hair in thought and frowns:: All: They're all insane. ::walks towards the exit:: Sheesh.

Lt_Gunn says:
::looks up at the ceiling::  Computer: Cargo Bay 2.

Lt_Gunn says:
::door closes and rides down::

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: decides on some nice warnog to calm down, taking off her combadge and tossing it on her desk, putting up a sign that says OFF DUTY::

FCO_Doole says:
::notices CO almost sitting in XO chair and smiles:: CO: Right on course.

CEO_Binks says:
::looks at diagnostics seeing that the Patch is causing interference with the TL and compensates, hoping that will work before everyone has to use the JT's::

Host CO_Harm says:
*CEO*: Have you completed your scans of the Luna computer core?  I want to be certain that Eman didn't plant any surprises for us.

Lt_Gunn says:
::arrives at the Cargo bay and walks in approaching a crewman on duty::  Crewman:  Is there a container for Lt. Gunn here from Admiral Xavier?

FCO_Doole says:
CO: The Briar Patch can hide a multitude of ships of any size, and they can maintain travel in the Briar Patch, for a sustained 12 hours.

CEO_Binks says:
*CO*: Yes Sir, everything looks okay at the moment, although the Patch is causing some problems with the TL, Sir.

Lt_Gunn says:
<Crewman> Gunn: Yes, Sir...  over there in the corner.  ::points:: 

Lt_Gunn says:
::walks over to the container::

OPS_Jones says:
*CIV*: Jones to Seng. ::continues walking towards the TL::

FCO_Doole says:
CO: Providing that they maintain a speed of 1/3 impulse or slower. Anything faster....and I wouldn't wanna be on that ship.

Host CO_Harm says:
FCO: Take us in, let’s have a look around the neighborhood.

CIV_Seng says:
::stands looking over at Jones:: OPS: If you don't pay much more attention than that.

FCO_Doole says:
::slows to 1/3 impulse:: CO: Entering the Briar Patch.......

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: watches her view port as the ship enters the Briar Patch ::

OPS_Jones says:
::jumps from the surprise, he turns around and stares at the CIV:: CIV: Don't do that to me!

FCO_Doole says:
CO: Now.

CIV_Seng says:
OPS: You should pay more attention to what is going on around you?

Host CO_Harm says:
ALL: Look alive, people, and remember my motto, "No Surprises".

CTO_Hanover says:
::mutters:: In this muck? Yeah right. ::concentrates on the sensors::

Host CO_Harm says:
::watches as the screen loses resolution as the interference from the Patch begins to affect sensors::

OPS_Jones says:
CIV: Yeah, yeah, whatever. Look, according to the Captain you're going to be under my command in OPS from now on. So, perk up Klingon boy. We're going to have a grand of a time ahead of us.
 ::grins::

CTO_Hanover says:
CO: I am giving you all I can on the sensors.

CEO_Binks says:
::keeps an eye on things::

CIV_Seng says:
OPS: The Captain has given me my orders. Now you insult me again, I won't forgive. ::glares at Jones::

FCO_Doole says:
CO: Of course, one could defend oneself in here, if necessary, but it requires delicate maneuvering and precise calculated phaser fire, so as not to hit a gas packet and blow up more than a section of the Briar Patch.

Host Adm_Xavier says:
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