XO_Cmdr_Anderson : 
First Officers Log, We are currently on Starbase 78, which will become our new
homeport. The Nighthawk has certainly had quite a few homeports over the
years...I hope this one will last a bit longer.  The crew is enjoying shoreleave on the starbase...

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Host XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::on the bridge in his seat::  FCO: ETA to Starbase 78?
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
::At the helm.::  XO:  ETA is five minutes.
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
::Exits her office and heads for the bridge::
Cherry says:
@::in the observation lounge on SB78 watching all the arriving ships:: Self: Hmm, quite a selection coming in today.
Host XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::nods his head:: FCO: Hail the starbase...  ::stands up from his seat and stands in the middle of the bridge::
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
XO:  Aye.  ::hails the Starbase.::
Host CO_Red says:
Scenery:  On the Nighthawks view screen, they see a busy station.
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
::enters the TL:: Computer: bridge
Host CO_Red says:
COMM: Nighthawk:  Welcome to Starbase 78.  We received orders of your change last week.
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
::The TL stops and waits a moment before exiting::
Host XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
COMM: Starbase 78: Request docking clearance Captain...
CTO_Ens_Jackson says:
@::Walks into the SB lounge::
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
::slows to half-impulse as they enter the Starbase's vicinity.::
Host CO_Red says:
COMM:  XO:  Clearance granted.  I will be waiting at the docking bay for your arrival.
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
::Exits the TL and enters the bridge.  looking around heads for her station::
Host CO_Red says:
ACTION:  Maneuvering thrusters go offline.
Cherry says:
@::makes a few notes on the padd she has just taken out of her pocket ::Self: Let's see, the Pendragon, the Gryphon, the Nighthawk, hmmmm
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
XO:  Sir!  we just lost the maneuvering thrusters!
CTO_Ens_Jackson says:
@::Walks over to the viewing portal::
Host XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::nods to the Captain on the viewscreen::  COMM: Starbase 78: Understood Captain, Nighthawk out
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
::Logs on to her station::
Cherry says:
@::puts the padd away as she spots a rather handsome officer just entering the lounge:: CTO: Hi there, are you waiting for a ship to dock or are you just here to kill some time?
Host CO_Red says:
@::Leaves his office with a nod to his yeoman to carry on.::
Host XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
*Engineering*: We've lost maneuvering thrusters...can you reroute power?
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
::stops the ship.::
CTO_Ens_Jackson says:
@Cherry: Hi, Well, actually I'm awaiting the arrival of the USS Nighthawk. I've just been reassigned to it.
Host CO_Red says:
ACTION:  The Nighthawk comes to a full stop.
Cherry says:
@CTO: The Nighthawk huh? What do you do?
CTO_Ens_Jackson says:
@Cherry: I've been assigned to CTO. I came from the Scimitar.
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
::Seeing the station on the screen, smiles and starts shutting down a few things::
Host CO_Red says:
<engineering> *XO*:  Rerouting, but it won't help with the thrusters sir.  Looks like one of the sections is frozen open.  We will get right on it... though it would be easier if we could dock first sir.
Cherry says:
@CTO: Wow, a real engineer. I love men who do all that tinkering and stuff. ::smiles sweetly::
CTO_Ens_Jackson says:
@::Smiles back to Cherry:: Cherry: So, what's your name?
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
XO:  I could try to maneuver us using the impulse engines.  By using one at a time, when turning is needed.
Cherry says:
@CTO: I'm Cherry! What's yours?
Host XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
*Engineering*: Copy that...  ::thinks for a moment on what to do::
CTO_Ens_Jackson says:
@Cherry: I'm Gary Jackson. Nice to meet you, Cherry
Host CO_Red says:
ACTION:  As one of the engineers hits a panel in annoyance, the flap closes.
Cherry says:
@::grabs Gary and gives him a big hug:: CTO: Oooo, nice to meet you too Gary.
CTO_Ens_Jackson says:
@::Looks around a little amazed as he is being hugged::
Host XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
FCO: Could you get us within tractor range of the starbase with the impulse engines?
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
::surprised.::  XO:  Sir, the thrusters are back online.
Host CO_Red says:
<EO>::Looks at the console with a smile.  His father was right all along, just need to let it know who is boss.::
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
::Taps her foot, wanting to dock as soon as possible::
Host XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::smiles:: FCO: I'll take it...docking procedures ensign
Cherry says:
@::releases the CTO and points out the view port:: CTO: Is that your ship arriving out there Gary?
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
XO: do you think it will be very much longer till we dock sir?
Host CO_Red says:
ACTION:  The flap is now frozen shut.  Thrusters back of line.
Host XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
CSO: With thrusters back online, it shouldn't be now
CTO_Ens_Jackson says:
@Cherry: Looks like it. I always wanted to get on such a vessel.
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
::sighs::  XO:  Thrusters are back offline...
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
::Sighs and smiles at him :: XO: good good :)
Cherry says:
@CTO: Looks like she's having a problem.
Host XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::shakes his head:: FCO: Ok.. back to plan B, use impulse to get us within tractor range
CTO_Ens_Jackson says:
@Cherry: Yeah, not moving very much, is she?
Cherry says:
@CTO: Is the ship supposed to do that?
CTO_Ens_Jackson says:
@Cherry: As far as I know, no, it is not supposed to do that. ::Smiles faintly::
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
XO:  Aye...  ::engages impulse, one eighth power.  Stops the left one and turning the Hawk slightly to the left, re-engages it, going in straight for the docking port.::
Cherry says:
@CTO: Oh I bet that's why you're here, to fix it. ::smiles excitedly::
Host CO_Red says:
Scenery:  The stations docking doors slowly open.
CTO_Ens_Jackson says:
@Cherry: Well, you see, I'm not actually the Chief Engineer onboard. I'll leave those things to him.
Host XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
COMM: Starbase 78: Captain...were experiencing some power problems.. you might want to tractor us in just incase
Cherry says:
@::looks puzzled:: CTO: You don't fix things?
Host CO_Red says:
COMM: XO:  Understood.
Host CO_Red says:
::Informs operations of the need::
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
::Whistles as she sees the docking doors open :: Self: almost there...
Host CO_Red says:
ACTION:  As the Nighthawk comes within range, the stations tractor beams latch on and slowly bring her in.
CTO_Ens_Jackson says:
@Cherry: Usually not, unless it needs to be repaired immediately and the Engineer isn't available. But don't think I can't repair stuff. ::Smiles::
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
::turns off the impulse engines as the tractor beam patches onto the Hawk.::
Host XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::hates looking vulnerable::  All: Once the docking clamps are on...initiate shut down procedures
Host CO_Red says:
Scenery:  As the Nighthawk passes one of the docking stations to move on to its own, they can see the USS Pendragon. It's Bridge section has a gaping hole.
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
::Smiles and finishes up the last of her shut downs::
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
::sits back in his chair.::  Self:  Piece of cake...
Cherry says:
@::watches the space doors open and grabs Gary's arm:: CTO: Too bad, I've always wanted to meet a real engineer, but I like you anyway,
CTO_Ens_Jackson says:
@Cherry: I should get going towards the docking station. Nice talking to you!
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
::Looks over at the FCO and gives him a quick nod and smiles::
Cherry says:
@::looks so disappointed:: CTO: Awwww, do you have to go?
Host CO_Red says:
ACTION:  The ship gently touches the station as the tractor beams are disengaged.
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
::catches Joey's look, winks at her.::
Host XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
All: You may begin shoreleave once we have docked and the shut down procedures have been completed
CTO_Ens_Jackson says:
@Cherry: Yes, and I have to hurry now. Bye!
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
::Begins shut down of the helm.::
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
::Jaw drops as she sees the wink:: Self: oh my...
Cherry says:
@:;follows behind Gary::
CTO_Ens_Jackson says:
@::Walks of towards the Nighthawk, almost running::
Cherry says:
@::watches where he goes and manages to keep up with him::
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
::Finishes her shut down:: XO: all done...
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
XO:  Shut down of the helm is finished, sir.
Host XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::smiles:: CSO/FCO: Enjoy your shoreleave...
CMO_Bluestine says:
::in sickbay, finishing up the necessary preparations for docking as he glances at the new instrument request lists::
Cherry says:
@Self: He's sure in a hurry. ::pants a little::
Host CO_Red says:
ACTION:  The captain receives a priority message that requires her immediate attention.
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
::Stands from his seat.  Nods at the XO.::
CTO_Ens_Jackson says:
@::Enters the Docking station, spotting the station CO next to the portal::
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
FCO: I have to go get a few things, but join me on the station?
Host CO_Red says:
@::At the docking station, waiting for the captain and XO's arrival.::
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
CSO:  Ok, just comm me when you're done.
Cherry says:
@::sees Captain Red just ahead of her:: Self: Uh oh, he's here already.
Host CO_Red says:
@::Nods to the CTO::  CTO:  Ready to take up your new post?
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
::Smiles and leaved the bridge::
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
::Exits the bridge into the Bridge corridor, enters TL2.::
Host XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::finishing up his shutdown station, he walks out from the bridge and into the hallway containing the turbolift::
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
::holds the door for the XO.::
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
::Enters the TL with the FCO and waits for the XO::
CTO_Ens_Jackson says:
@::Stands at attention:: CO_Red: Sir! I think so
CMO_Bluestine says:
MO: Dieters, get your gear together and bring some those kits to the starbase...
Host CO_Red says:
@ CTO:  At ease ensign.  It has been a pleasure to have you on the station your short stint here.  I wish you luck.  ::Eyes Cherry next to the CTO::  I see you have picked up a companion.
Host XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::walks into the TL with the others:: FCO/CSO: Thank you
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
FCO: i don't think i need anything , everything is in boxes anyways, should be just head over now?
CMO_Bluestine says:
<Dieters>  CMO: Aye, Sir..  ::picks up his gear and leaves sickbay::
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
XO:  No problem.    CSO:  Up to you.    Computer:  Deck 5.
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
::Nods:: XO no problem..
Host XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::waits for the Turbolift to reach deck 5::
CTO_Ens_Jackson says:
@::Stands at ease now:: CO_Red: Thank you, sir. Well, actually, she just followed me here. ::nods his head into Cherry's direction::
Cherry says:
@::sneaks up behind Captain Red and grabs his waist:: CO_Red: Hiya Unc!
CMO_Bluestine says:
::quietly returns to sickbay, throwing his PADD onto his desk as he walks around and enters the latest crew data into his medical archive::  Computer: Summarize the new arrivals on senior staff level..
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
::Smiles:: FCO: why not, never been on this station, should be interesting
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
::Smiles back::  CSO:  One more adventure...
Host CO_Red says:
@::Tries not to roll his eyes::  CTO:  Cherry does seem to get around.  ::Looks down at his cousins daughter::
Cherry says:
@CO_Red: He's nice Unc. He's a.....what are you again Gary?
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
::Winks:: FCO: yep...can we please!! go get something to eat first
CTO_Ens_Jackson says:
@Cherry: CTO of the Nighthawk here. But I think your uncle knows it already.
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
CSO:  Sure, got to be a lot of restaurants in there.
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
::Licks her lips:: FCO: yeah....
Cherry says:
@CTO: Oh that's right. A chief of something. but not an engineer. ::pouts slightly::
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
XO: care to join us sir?
Host CO_Red says:
@::A wicked look comes into his eyes::  CTO/Cherry:  Well, enjoy your stay here.  Cherry knows a few places of interest.
CTO_Ens_Jackson says:
@Cherry: Well, no, not an engineer, although I wear yellow.
Host XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
CSO: Sorry can't...have to meet with the station's CO.  Perhaps next time?  ::grins::
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
XO: or maybe coffee.. tea when your free
Cherry says:
@:;turns to her uncle:: CO_Red: Can I show Gary all the "special" places here on the SB?
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
::The TL stops on deck 5.::  XO:  Too bad...
CTO_Ens_Jackson says:
@CO_Red: Thank you sir. Don think that'll be too much of a problem. Plenty of bars and restaurants here, I noticed.
Host CO_Red says:
@::Eyes the two of them::  CTO/Cherry:  Carry on.
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
::Walks off first then waits for Christian::
Host XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::shrugs and walks out of the turbolift and towards the docking station::
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
::Exits the TL.::
CMO_Bluestine says:
<Computer> CMO: One entry found, Ensign Gary Jackson, Chief Tactical Officer..  ::mumbles::  Self: Hhhmmm
Host CO_Red says:
@::Turns back to the docking portal as various crew from the Nighthawk start to disembark.::
Cherry says:
@::grabs Gary's arm:: CTO: See, he said to carry on. ::giggles::
CTO_Ens_Jackson says:
@::Gets pulled away:: Cherry: He did, didn't he? ::Smiles gently::
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
::Takes Christians arm, and continues to walk:: FCO: thanks again for everything....
Host CO_Red says:
@::Out of the corner of his eye, watches the girl take the CTO away with a sigh of relief.  His cousin would owe him on this favor.::
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
::Walks down the corridor with Joey.::  CSO:  No problem.
Host XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
::notices a Klingon in a red uniform and walks towards the man::
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
@::Walks through the docking port, onto the Starbase.::
CMO_Bluestine says:
::sits once again behind his desk, pulling up the personnel records of the new crewmembers, studying them carefully::
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
::Holds on tight to his arm:: FCO: your the best, where shall we go
Cherry says:
@CTO: C'mon, let's go, I know this great place that has the biggest.......::pauses and she sees some officers coming off the Nighthawk::
Host CO_Red says:
@::Nods at the man arriving, looking at his empty side questioningly.::  XO:  Welcome aboard Starbase 78.
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
@CSO:  No idea.  There has to be a map somewhere....
CTO_Ens_Jackson says:
@Cherry: The biggest what? :;Looks around towards the docking portal, seeing the officers leave the Nighthawk::
Cherry says:
@CTO: Huh?
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
@FCO: I’m sure we will find something, i have the strangest feeling i forgot something...
Host XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
@CO_Red: Thank you Captain...you'll have to excuse Captain West she has been called away on an emergency
Cherry says:
@::is fascinated by the man in red tunic talking to her uncle::
CTO_Ens_Jackson says:
@Cherry: This place you wanted to show me. But that'll have to wait a little. I have to report to my superior now. I'll be back in a minute.
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
@CSO:  Would I be wrong in thinking you always feel that way when you leave the ship?
Cherry says:
@CTO: Ok, I'll wait here.
Host CO_Red says:
@::Nods::  XO:  No problem then.  Admiral Harlan was needed elsewhere for the moment.  As soon as she is finished, she will contact the two of you.  Meanwhile, you are invited to enjoy the stations amenities.
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
@::Walking down the promenade.::
CTO_Ens_Jackson says:
@::Walks towards the Nighthawk XO::
Host XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
CO_Red: Thank you sir...
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
@FCO: I’m not that bad ::Sticks out her tongue:: ...I got it!! i forgot max, i guess Sid got him
CTO_Ens_Jackson says:
@XO: Sir, Ensign Gary Jackson, reporting for duty.
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
@CSO:  Yeah, Sid...
Host CO_Red says:
@::Turns at movement approaching from behind him to see the CTO's return::
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
@::Shivers as they speak his name, holding on just a bit tighter::
Cherry says:
@::slowly inches her way along, behind the CTO and stops just within earshot of the little group::
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
@::spots a restaurant that doesn't look to bad.::  CSO:  How about that place?
Host XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
@CTO: Welcome aboard Ensign...as you can tell we've just arrived and have been granted shore leave.  So you can either take the shore leave, or get yourself acquainted with the Nighthawk.  Your choice.. ::smiles::
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
@FCO: looks great Christian
Cherry says:
@::hears the word Ensign and sighs:: Self: He's an Ensign? Darn!
CTO_Ens_Jackson says:
@XO: Thank you sir. I think I'll take the shoreleave first. I arrived here a few hours ago, from the Scimitar.
Cherry says:
@::figures she can at least meet the man in the red tunic so sidles up to him:: XO: Hi there, I'm Cherry.
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
@::waits to be seated, then taking to a table, and sits down::
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
@::Sits down opposite Joey.::
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
@::Lets go of his arm finally::
Host CO_Red says:
@::Looking down at Cherry, then back at the two men::  XO/CTO:  I shall leave you gentleman for now.  I will see you with Admiral Harlan when she contacts us.
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
@FCO: need food,...and lots of it...it all looks good ::Looks over the menu::
Host XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
@CTO: Good choice...I hope to see you around
Cherry says:
@::waits patiently to be acknowledged::
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
@::looks at the menu.::  CSO:  I keep forgetting you're eating for two.
Host CO_Red says:
@::Makes his exit with a nod::
Cherry says:
@:;winks at her uncle::
CTO_Ens_Jackson says:
@XO: Thank you sir. ::sees Cherry at the XO, so decides to walk away towards the Promenade::
Host CO_Red says:
ACTION:  The XO finds himself alone with Cherry.
Host XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
CO_Red: Aye Captain...
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
@:: Licks her lips again:: FCO: yep...but looks like i eat for 3 or 4 at the moment...
CTO_Ens_Jackson says:
@::Walks towards one of the restaurants::
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
@<Server> :: Walks over:: CSO/FCO: hello, may i get you something to drink?
Cherry says:
@::pokes the XO finally:: XO: Excuse me, I'm Cherry and you are?
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
@Server: ummm ya...ok...I’ll have a coffee...no.. tea please...
Host XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
@::smiles at the little girl::  Cherry: Hello Cherry, I'm Chris
FCO_Ens_Keown says:
@Server:  A glass of water.
Cherry says:
@XO: Hi Chris, you're a Commander right?
CMO_Bluestine says:
::finishes reading the new crew personnel records and taps his commbadge::  *CTO*: Bluestine to Jackson, come in please..
CSO_LtCmdr_Matisse says:
@<Server>:: goes and gets there drinks:
CTO_Ens_Jackson says:
@*CMO*: Jackson here, go ahead.
Host XO_Cmdr_Anderson says:
@Cherry: That I am...::grins again::
Cherry says:
@:;takes his arm:: XO: Care to have me show you the station? I know this little place that has the biggest.....

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