USS Nighthawk Mission Transcript 10803.01
Mission Number for NH 340 
Mirror Universe: Beginning VI
 
Cast of the USS Nighthawk crew
Sam Hung as Sid Monroe 
Tim Schols as Gary Jackson 
Chris Esterhuyse as Varesh
Lília Perfeito as Christina van den Tulpen
Jim Koeller as Aaron Knight
Karriaunna Scotti as Brianna Rose

Ship Manager 
Karriaunna Scotti

NPC
Jim Koeller as Aiden
Rob Bindels as Konbor

Missing in Action

Summary:  
	Aaron had made contact with Rose and informed her that he is working on breaking out and taking her as well.  He also made unexpected contact with the stranger Varesh, whom he thinks is a trap.  Meanwhile, Varesh is slowly recovering his strength as he waits beside Jackson in the dark, the two of them waiting the outcome of Monroe’s team.
	Suicide, brilliance or dreaming of good luck, Monroe and Tulip hand over their lives to Konbor with the idea that he will get them into the prison camp, basically undetected.  As the camp is expecting intruders to be caught and no one in their right mind would want to come into the compound voluntarily, it is not surprising to see just that  To Tupin’s bad luck, one of the guards has taken a fancy to her.  
With codes and scans confirmed, for the moment, Monroe’s group prepares to enter the compound…

Time Lapse:
    none

Mission Facts:
•	As with every security place, there are sensors that will pick up anything metallic and one would think in the future, energy weapons.
•	We time lapsed into the evening so that the rescue team could go in at night.  Sooo… It is currently evening.  The sun has just set.
•	Like many deserts, with the sun down, it will quickly turn cold.
•	As far as I can tell, other then Konbor, no one left the ship except with what they had on them.
•	The search teams have returned.

Announcements:
•	All but one, perfect logs for February! Thank you 
•	Tim will be absent from mission this week.
•	Rob, will be absent as well.  We will need to think of something.
•	Please note, no time lapse.

Last Mission on the Nighthawk:

Monroe's team had managed to land safely on the planet due to the Alliance being busy with the stations damage and the ships that had escaped destruction from it.  But they did not land unannounced.  An Alliance prisoner taken by Monroe had activated a beckon to lead others to him, which they did.

Leading the others away from the shuttle down to the encampment, Monroe destroyed it shortly after one of the Alliance vessels arrived, destroying it.  The second one is searching for the team that has slowly been making its way down toward the prison, which no sane person would venture.

Tulpen had reluctantly dragged Konbor along with them.  Through Varesh, she had learned that he had lied as well as brought the Alliance ships searching for them.  But he could still prove a valuable tool in helping them get into the encampment.  Now along with the others they hide within a shallow dip in the ground, surrounded by boulders,
looking down at the encampment.

The lack of water was getting quickly to Varesh with his wounds and loss of blood.  He was finding it hard to focus, even with Monroe's rather rough handling of him as they went.  But he was determined to help retake Earth, no matter what.  And so he said little as they waited, trying to catch his breath and draw some strength for their next step.

Jackson had guided the group through the hot and rough terrain, finding paths to help keep them all hidden from the search party, whishing very much for some kind of dampening field to protect their presence.  He was hoping just as hard the Alliance sensors would be poor, but this was a prison planet with a reputation for keeping what was theirs. His eyes searched the layout of the area.

Knight sits on his prison bed, trying to keep the agony of his body at bay so he can think.  He had created the diversion of a fight to help Rose, to pull attention from her to him.  It had apparently worked, but the cost had been high to his body; the bruising was bad and he had a few fractured ribs.  He was lucky they had not killed him outright. Aaron had the impression time was running out. With Aidan he continues to work on their plans of escape, only this time, they needed to add Rose into the factor.

Rose lay on a bunk in some kind of prison with other females about her. Her body refusing to move in an attempt to remove her mind from the pain of the beating.  She had never been beaten before.  Yes, they had healed any serious damage, but that was it.  But they could not heal the wound in her heart over Cealan's death; that she had been responsible for it.

If she had not been searching for Aaron and the others, the Alliance would not have come to the station.  The question was why was the Alliance so dead set on finding Aaron?

Sid Monroe; Stardate 10803.01 We have travelled a great distance to the prison on which this pilot is currently residing.  I plan to break him out and steal a craft to get back to my ship.

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Christina Tulpen says:
::walks towards the prison complex wondering how to get in, dragging the moaning cardassian::
 Sid Monroe says:
::Drags along Varesh, hand is sore from smacking him a couple more times::
Varesh says:
::blankly looks around, wondering if ever was any shade::
Brianna Rose says:
:: Stares up at the filthy ceiling, ignoring everything around her.::
Gary Jackson says:
::Behind one of the boulders looking out over the area ahead::
Aaron Knight says:
::slowly tries to get up, but feels the pain shoot through his body and sits back down::  Aidan:  Don't suppose you can bring me my socks and boots, could you?
Konbor says:
::Thinks about his situation. And is thinking about to delay everything. So his companions can pick him up.::
Christina Tulpen says:
Monroe: It would perhaps be good if we knew how you intend to get in
 
Scenery: The area surrounding the compound is rather desolate as it should be, making it difficult for those inside to escape.
Aidan Knight says:
::walks over and helps Aaron on with his socks and boots::  Aaron:  You sure you'll be able to make it?
 Sid Monroe says:
Tulpen; Through the front door..  Or is there another way in Konbor?  ::Stares at the prisoner::
Varesh says:
Tulpen: We waltz right in. I can crush his mind with mine if he should try to betray us. ::Speaks without thinking if its at all feasible::
Konbor says:
Christina: Perhaps I can help carry the wounded? ::Trying to be friendly. And has compassion with the wounded.::
 
Scenery: The sun has passed the zenith and is heading into the afternoon.  It his hot.  There is little shade but that cast by the boulders and hillside.  There is no breeze.

Konbor says:
Sid: What do you want in there? ::Meanwhile pointing at the prison camp.::
Aaron Knight says:
Aidan:  You know me, I'm as tough as nails.  It's going to take a lot more than those guards to keep me down.  ::with his socks and boots on, he slowly stands up::  See, not so bad.  ::tries to let out a reassuring smile::
 Sid Monroe says:
Konbor: Something in there is of value to this operation.
Gary Jackson says:
::Looks back at the group, then up to the sky::
Christina Tulpen says:
Konbor: You heard Monroe, what is a good way inside the prison?
Christina Tulpen says:
Konbor: Or shall we unleash our mighty Betazoid on you?
Konbor says:
Sid: If you promise me, to not hurt me, I can of help. And in the end... well, you can kill me as well, as the alliance will do that job on me as well.
Christina Tulpen says:
Self: that was easy
Aidan says:
 Aaron:  Nice try there Aaron.  ::watches to make sure Aaron keeps his balance::
Brianna Rose says:
:: Faintly hears someone weeping, and the soft sounds of movement, but little else.::
Varesh says:
::looks at Konbor:: Konbor: You do know that I can make you insane if you betray us. ::spoken quietly in a very menacing tone::
Aaron Knight says:
::foregoes putting on a shirt and slowly walks back and forth, seeing just how limited his movement may be::
Sid Monroe says:
Konbor: One sign of betrayal Ms Tulpen will terminate your life in a heartbeat.
Konbor says:
::Turns around to Christina.:: Christina: I am pretty Betazoid resistant. But not to the high command. They will part my body in 4 parts if they even suspect I help you to a teaspoon.
Varesh says:
::frowns that Konbor thinks he's resistant::
Konbor says:
Christina: So if I help you I cannot go back. I have to live on my own, or join you. Your choice now.
Christina Tulpen says:
Konbor: That is what will happen no matter what. so your best chance is with us. Tell us how we will get in.
Aidan Knight says:
::walks slowly alongside of Aaron, checking his progress::
Sid Monroe says:
Konbor: I don't care you if you are Betazoid resistant, you are certainly not disruptor resistant.
Aaron Knight says:
::slowly but surely, learns to tolerate any pain as he walks::
Konbor says:
Christina: Sigh. Eye scan… fingerprint.. And sometimes voice recognition. Every compartment is different.
Konbor says:
Sid: Shoot me.
Aaron Knight says:
Aidan:  See that, almost as good as new!  ::grimaces slightly::
Brianna Rose says:
:: Finally looks around and notes that what few there are with her, are avoiding her area. Sniffs and mumbles::  I did take a bath this morning.
Christina Tulpen says:
::frowns and turns to Monroe:: Monroe: are you sure you want to try this? I don't think this cardie operates on all thrusters… if you know what I mean
Varesh says:
::listens to the conversation, staring off into the distance as if thinking::
Aaron Knight says:
::walks back over and gently sits himself down on his bunk::  Aidan:  I'm going to try something here....keep an eye out for any guards.
Aidan says:
::nods and stands guard::
 Sid Monroe says:
Tulpen: What did he mention?  You might need a retinal scan?  Well them take his eye out then.
Gary Jackson says:
::Moves over to Monroe:: Sid: The compound is quite nearby now.. The only problem is, there's nothing but clear, flat terrain between us and the compound...
Brianna Rose says:
:: Forces herself to stop wallowing in self pity and tries to sit up.::
Christina Tulpen says:
::rolls her eyes and then smiles sweetly at Konbor:: All: Yes, We can remove his eyes, his fingers and DNA. We don't really need him whole if he doesn't cooperate
Aaron Knight says:
~~~Brianna:  Can you hear me Brianna?~~~
 Sid Monroe says:
Jackson: Alright here help Varesh to the ground.
Varesh says:
All: He could tell he captured us and walk in bold as brass, but I don't trust him.
Konbor says:
::Walks over to the wounded. Packs out a bandage of his military package. And offers it to him.:: Varesh: This might safe your life. Mine is over.
 
Scenery: Around the perimeter guards can be seen.  They are not as lax as they usually are as the compound is at yellow alert with the destruction of one of their ships nearby and the knowledge, someone is not too far away.  But they are not too concerned as only dead fools would come to the encampment.

Christina Tulpen says:
Varesh: We won't be really chained and he knows you can take him out in a flash ... I don't acre if he claims to be resistant. If the alliance had a way to resist your kind they would not have killed so many as they have
Gary Jackson says:
::Nods:: Varesh: Agreed... I wouldn't hand him a toothpick, much less a defunct disruptor. Besides, it's a waste of a gun, disabling one... Here, let me set you down properly.. ::Helps Varesh to sit down::
Brianna Rose says:
:: Almost shoots off her bed as she hears a familiar voice.  Trying to still her heart, she focuses:: ~~~~ Aaron: Yes, you varlet!  Where are you?  Are you alright?  Why is the Alliance trying so hard to find you?~~~~
Brianna Rose says:
:: Clenches her teeth as she already feels the familiar headache threatening.::
Aaron Knight says:
~~~Brianna:  I'd rather not get into that right now.  I just want to make sure you're okay.  Are you able to move around?~~~
 Sid Monroe says:
All: Alright that will be the plan.  And one sign of deception, Ms Tulpen can have the joy of killing you.
Christina Tulpen says:
::smiles sweetly again at Konbor::
Brianna Rose says:
:: mutters under her breath an unpleasant epitaph::  ~~~~ Aaron: If I have too.~~~~
Konbor says:
::Turns around to Sid.:: Sid: Make sure Varesh takes this bandage. And use the other things in my package. And I help you get in.
Varesh says:
::pulls one knife of many about his person to give to Tulpen:: Tulpen: Use this, it makes no sound.
Aaron Knight says:
~~~Brianna:  I need you to just hang in there.  We're working on a way to break out of this place.~~~
Christina Tulpen says:
::nods and accepts the knife, hiding it under her clothes, and whispers:: Varesh: I'll stay close to him, one wrong move and he dies...but so do we immediately after
Varesh says:
::sinks down on the boulder with Jackson's help, nodding his thanks::
Brianna Rose says:
~~~~ Aaron: How can I help?~~~~  ::forcing her way off the bunk, she moves toward a small filthy window that allows barely any light in.::
 Sid Monroe says:
::Takes the package and nods, then hands it over to Varesh:: Varesh: Can you patch yourself up?
Aaron Knight says:
~~~Brianna:  For now, I just need you to stay put.  Try to get some rest.  We're still thinking of a way to get out of here.....it's not going to be easy.~~~
Varesh says:
::Takes the stuff:: Sid: I should be able to, or I would be terrible doctor, won't I?
Konbor says:
::Stretches uniform.:: All: OK who accompanies me?
Brianna Rose says:
:: grumbles about telling her to do nothing but rest.  Under her breath::  Men!
Christina Tulpen says:
::gets close to Konbor:: Konbor: Me of course
Christina Tulpen says:
::points the knife blade at him so he feels it::
Aaron Knight says:
~~~Brianna:  I heard that!~~~
Konbor says:
Self: Though so.
Aaron Knight says:
Aidan:  Well, at least there's some good news.  Brianna appears to be okay.
Brianna Rose says:
:: Chuckles and remembers that was what she loved best about Aaron, he could always lighten her mood.::
 Sid Monroe says:
Konbor: Jackson will as well.  I will stay here with Varesh.
Konbor says:
Christina: We have to wait for dimmer light to get in. The cameras are either for night or daylight
Christina Tulpen says:
Monroe: But you are the only one who knows who we are getting from there!
 Sid Monroe says:
::Pauses:: Konbor: Yes I will go as well.
Christina Tulpen says:
::nods and looks at lonely Varesh:: Monroe: Jackson should probably stay behind and learn a bit about his new freedom from Varesh
Aidan says:
Aaron:  I'll take any good news at this point.  ::smiles::
Brianna Rose says:
:: Turning she finds the room empty and coming to the conclusion she hurt too much and his request was so much easier to follow, she heads back to her bunk.::

Time Lapse: As the sun begins to set, the sound of the dinner gong is heard.  Prisoners throughout the compound prepare for their sparse meal.

Konbor says:
::He thinks fast. 3 versus 1. Delaying tactic work. Yet the alliance picks him up or else it is cooperation.::
Aaron Knight says:
::sits on the edge of his bunk and watches as Aidan arrives with what this prison calls a meal::
 
ACTION: With evening coming on, and no sign of the intruders, the search parties begin to return.

Christina Tulpen says:
::gets up stretching her legs and arms:: Konbor/Monroe: Its time
Konbor says:
::Falls a sleep.::
Varesh says:
::wakes from a light doze, frowning in Konbor's direction::
 Sid Monroe says:
::Gets up:: Tulpen: If you would be so kind as waking him up.
Aaron Knight says:
::starts to eat, but immediately stops and looks at Aidan::
Brianna Rose says:
:: Hearing some random sound, her eyes slowly open to the realization the room has grown darker and no one is about.  She feels very disorientated.::
Varesh says:
::feels his mouth clinging to the roof of his mouth and he works it a little to get a little moisture going::
Aidan Knight says:
Aaron:  What?  What is it?
Christina Tulpen says:
::quietly approaches Konbor then pulls him by the hair unannounced:: Konbor: Lets get moving
Gary Jackson says:
::Notices the sun finally setting:: Self: About time...
Konbor says:
Self: What? whathahhwhtah??? Huh? All: LET ME SLEEP!
Brianna Rose says:
:: Not sure it was not all just part of some nightmare, she reaches out.::  ~~~~ Aaron?~~~~
Aaron Knight says:
Aidan:  I'm not sure.  I'm trying to get past a lot of the pain in my body, but I'm sensing something........I just can't pinpoint what that something is.
Konbor says:
::Gets to him self.::
Aaron Knight says:
~~~Brianna:  Oh, so we're finally awake?  What is it?~~~
Konbor says:
All: OK lets go. ::Gets up and walks slowly over in the direction of the campsite.::
Christina Tulpen says:
Monroe: He is ready
Varesh says:
::looks intently at Konbor for a moment::
 Sid Monroe says:
Konbor/Tulpen: Let's go.  Jackson: Keep an eye on the sky as we will be back to grab you and Varesh.
Aidan says:
::nods::  Aaron:  I understand.  Perhaps it will get clearer to you.
Brianna Rose says:
:: with uncertainty:: ~~~~ Aaron: I was just wondering if you had been a dream... I mean, nightmare~~~~ :: start to sit up and look around for the necessary room.::
Gary Jackson says:
::Nods:: Sid: Good luck...
Varesh says:
::leans back against the boulder:: ~~~Sid: Listen, don't trust Konbor, he intends to betray you. I can't tell how, but I got a flash from his mind now when he woke up. He means to turn you in.~~~

Scenery: Throughout the compound, groups of prisoners can be seen coming and going to the mess tent, lead by guards or those trusted by the guards.

ºAaron Knight says:
~~~Brianna:  Well, I can certainly tell you that I can be some individuals' worse nightmares.  But, in your case, you are not dreaming.~~~
Christina Tulpen says:
::walks behind but very close to the Cardassian::
Konbor says:
::Slingshots an emergency ration towards Varesh.:: Varesh: Take care. You need it more then I do.
Konbor says:
::Turns around and nods to Christina.:: Christina: Lets go.
Brianna Rose says:
~~~~Aaron: Did you come up with a plan? ~~~~  :: hears her stomach rumbling and realizes she has not eaten since early this morning... was it only morning this all started?  Can feel fresh tears.::
Varesh says:
::even in his weakened state he catches the ration pack:: Konbor: Don't be so sure.
Christina Tulpen says:
Konbor: I am right behind you. One false move and you die
Aaron Knight says:
~~~Brianna:  Make sure you eat something.  You're definitely going to need your strength.  Unfortunately, still working on a plan.  Just hang in there.~~~
Konbor says:
::Snares:: Christina: If you want to kill me, do it now.
Christina Tulpen says:
Konbor: I will wait for when you betray us. I am not like your kind Cardassian, who kill for no reason
Konbor says:
::Starts to walk over to the compound. Not knowing whether he is going to make the guards see them or try to join the party. As he is one of the few Cardassians who are not happy about the present situation.::
Konbor says:
Christina: All right all right, you win.
Christina Tulpen says:
::really thinks this cardie is nuts::
Konbor says:
::Walks through the bushes. Sees no guards outside. And thinks that joining the party is the best option from now on.::
Gary Jackson says:
::Moves to another boulder to get a different view of the area::
Varesh says:
Gary: How you holding up?
Konbor says:
::Gets to the end of the bushes.:: All: Anybody got binoculars with them? Need to peek around at the camera positions.
Brianna Rose says:
:: Looking around the barren room, wonders where he thinks she is supposed to get food.  Makes her way toward what she believes is an entrance to only see it blocked by a guard.::
Aaron Knight says:
::crawls down under his bunk and removes something from the hidden area behind the wall::
Christina Tulpen says:
Monroe: Did you get any from the shuttle?
Gary Jackson says:
::Shrugs:: Varesh: I wouldn't mind a steaming hot dinner and a nice drink now.. But doing fine, really... ::Moves closer to Varesh, once again looking for a different angle across the open field::
 
Action: From his position, Jackson can see the landing site where there are a few small vessels and shuttles.  A couple are obviously being worked on.

Konbor says:
Christina: You need a person who is captured here?
Varesh says:
::smiles at the reply:: Gary: I hear ya. ::tears open the ration pack, looking at it with some suspicion:: I would kill for some cold water right now.
 Sid Monroe says:
::Shakes his head::
Christina Tulpen says:
Konbor: Lets say we do. We need you to get us in, the idea was for you to use us as fake prisoners
Aaron Knight says:
::stands up from underneath the bed and hands something to Aidan::  Aidan:  Here, hide this somewhere on your body.  I've got one as well.  ::looks down at the sharpened shanks he had made::
Konbor says:
Christina: How do you think You get in? Walking behind me??? Yes you name it right.
Aaron Knight says:
::hands the shank to Aidan and stops as he picks up a random thought::  Aidan:  Something is definitely going on here.
Konbor says:
Christina: Normally prisoners don’t carry weapons, but the guard does. You need to trust me in giving me one weapon.
Christina Tulpen says:
Konbor: that is the plan. Walking behind you
Christina Tulpen says:
Konbor: I don’t think that will be possible ::looks at Monroe::
Aaron Knight says:
~~~Varesh:  I don't know who you are or what you are doing here, but I'm not going to fall for any traps.~~~
 Sid Monroe says:
::Sighs:: Tulpen: I will give him mine.  ::Takes his out::
Varesh says:
Gary: What would you do after we get done with this whole crazy venture, if we manage to over throw the Alliance?
Konbor says:
Christina: Well. Do your best then. Look a guard has a weapon. Give me one with an empty charge.
 Sid Monroe says:
::Pulls out the battery out of it:: Konbor: no funny tricks.
Christina Tulpen says:
Monroe: Very well ... watches Konbor accept the weapon::
Brianna Rose says:
:: After tolerating the leer of the guard only so much, she moves back into the shadows of the room with a sigh.::  ~~~~ Aaron: I hope you have dinner planned tonight, because it is not coming my way.~~~~  :: Knowing it is probably useless, she moves about the place, checking out every nick and hole she can find and wishing for some she did not.::
Gary Jackson says:
::Nods slowly, still focusing on the open area, looking for any movement::
Konbor says:
::Takes weapon.:: All you walk in front of me, and hide your own weapons.
Varesh says:
::looks towards the prison with a startled glance:: ~~~Aaron: What the hell do you mean? We're here to rescue some hotshot pilot. ~~~ ::was startled into adding the last part without intending it.::
Christina Tulpen says:
::points her hidden blade at Konbor again, reminding him he will still die if he makes any false move::
Aaron Knight says:
~~~Brianna:  Something is going on outside this prison.  I have sensed the thought of another Betazoid out there  I'm not sure what it is, but it might be a trap.~~~
 Sid Monroe says:
::Nods and walks in front::
Konbor says:
All: OK walk over slowly and leave the wall on the left. Then go to the main entrance. I will call some names on you, as we usually do.
Aaron Knight says:
~~~Varesh:  How gullible do you think I am, you fool?!  Who would even know I'm in here?~~~
Christina Tulpen says:
::rolls her eyes:: Konbor: whatever rocks your boat

 ACTION: As Monroe's group approaches the entry, the two guards there stand up straight and eye the trio.  As they realize it is one of their own and two strangers, a mean smile enters the eyes of one of them.

Konbor says:
Guard: Found this xxxx in the hills. I have orders to bring them to the prison. ::Kicks one of them slightly.::
Christina Tulpen says:
::looks down::
Konbor says:
Guard: You need my identification?
Guard says:
Konbor: Just regular. Eyescan and fingerprint.
Varesh says:
~~~Aaron: How the hell should I know who you are and why you're here. I just knew we were busting you out because you're some hot shot pilot that we needed for the retaking of Earth.~~~
 
ACTION: One of the guards steps forward.

Konbor says:
::Walks over to the guard.::
Konbor says:
::Turns around:: All: Follow me you xxxx.
Aaron Knight says:
~~~Varesh:  Oh come now, you're going to have to do a lot better than that.  There's only one person I know of that knows my true identity.  And I'll tell you now......you ain't him!  So unless you're prepared to die, I'd back off if I were you.~~~
Brianna Rose says:
~~~~ Aaron: There are not too many of your people about free.  And there is no way for me to leave this hell hole~~~~
Christina Tulpen says:
::still looking down, walks close to Konbor::
Konbor says:
::Walks in and lets his eye scan and read his fingerprint. He is recognized as Konbor. Turns around and nods to Christina.::
Gary Jackson says:
::Notices the landing site in the distance, now that the lights have been lit. He sees some activity, as if they are working on some of the craft present:: Varesh: What do you think about trying to get us one of those? ::Points towards the landing area::
Aaron Knight says:
~~~Brianna:  We're about to create a diversion.  Just hang in a bit longer.~~~
 
ACTION: The guard, who had remained, grabs Tulpen as she passes by him.  His feted breath breaths on her... "Now you are a pretty one to warm a mans bed..."
 
Varesh says:
~~~Aaron: Fighting words for the one stuck in prison. If you want out, find a way to help out or rot in there for as long as you might live... which wouldn't be long I guess. I'll let Sid know that he's wasting his time risking his life to get you out and we can go on without you. I'm probably a better pilot anyways.~~~

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