QIb lutmey

The QIb Chronicles

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CMO_Kymar says:
::grumbles as he walks into the TL from Sickbay, ordering it to the bridge and waiting for it to continue upwards. "hehehe, don’t look so down, Brother":: TL: Hurry to the bridge...please?
SO_K`Both says:
::sitting at Science Station, analyzing some "goop" that the ship came into contact with::
AFCO_Skywalker says:
::Doing his flying thing::
CO_Q`tor says:
::Sitting in his command chair staring blankly at the view-screen::
EO_Chech says:
::Stumbling around engineering, trying to sing something::
AOPS_Ration says:
::sitting at OPS, trying to keep the power transfers stable::
CMO_Kymar says:
::steps out of the TL as it stops and looks around the bridge with a sigh::
Civ_Stelakh says:
::Keys a new sequence into the computer, altering the models he has already designed as he attempts to find a way to use the anomaly caused by the artifact's beam.::
SO_K`Both says:
::reads the analysis:: Self: Hmm, Pseudoephedrine, Chlorpheniramine, Acetaminophen, what kind of substance is this thing?
EO_Chech says:
::Burps::
CMO_Kymar says:
::adjusts his belt and checks his phaser pistol is still there, mulling over today’s mission orders:: Self: I never liked Admirals...
AOPS_Ration says:
::swears to herself and starts reconfiguring her console::
CO_Q`tor says:
AFCO:  ETA to Starbase 487?
EO_Chech says:
Self: Today is a good day for bloodwine!
SO_K`Both says:
::decides that the substance is nothing of importance, discards the information, and breaths a clear sigh of relief::
EO_Chech says:
::Laughs::
AFCO_Skywalker says:
CO: ETA is approximately 20 minutes.
AFCO_Skywalker says:
CO: I can get us there faster.

ACTION: Bleepy Flashy Lights come on at OPS, indicating an incoming priority starfleet communication.

Civ_Stelakh says:
::Turns his attention to the sensors and directs them toward the starbase.::
CMO_Kymar says:
::leans back against the SCI2 console and watches the stars fly past the view-screen::
AOPS_Ration says:
CO: Sir!  Priority Starfleet Message Incoming!
AOPS_Ration says:
::realizes she didn't get enough sleep last night::
Civ_Stelakh says:
::Looks up at the CMO::  Doctor, you are leaning on my console.
CO_Q`tor says:
AOPS: What's the source?
CMO_Kymar says:
::leaps up slowly, turns and smiles:: CIV: Sorry, Stelakh....what're you doing? ::tries to peek at the information on the console:;
AOPS_Ration says:
::checks for the source of the transmission::
SO_K`Both says:
::looks over at AOPS and thinks some "interesting" thoughts about her::
EO_Chech says:
::leans against a console, looks at it:: Self: Ah it all looks good! ::Takes another swigg of bloodwine::
Civ_Stelakh says:
CMO:  I am scanning our destination, Doctor.  In addition, I am attempting to generate computer models which may allow the use of the anomaly for transport purposes.::
AOPS_Ration says:
CO: Transmission is from the USS Erebus.  It's a Galaxy class ship Sir.
AOPS_Ration says:
::glances over at the SO and resists the urge to growl at him::
CMO_Kymar says:
::scratches his chin, noticing the stubble growing there and thinking that it looked good in the mirror:: CIV: The one that allowed me to be transported really far?
SO_K`Both says:
::smiles at AOPS, and continues to think things::
CO_Q`tor says:
AOPS: Let's hear what they have to say. On screen.
Civ_Stelakh says:
CMO:  Precisely, Doctor.
AOPS_Ration says:
::puts the transmission on visual:: CO: Aye Sir, on screen.
CMO_Kymar says:
CIV: I think it would be to dangerous. You would have to fire a Subspace beam of the same type used by that stone circle...if someone was to get in the way of it then they would most certainly be destroyed

ACTION: The viewscreen changes to show a Galaxy-class battle-bridge, with a Tellarite Captain in the center seat. 

EO_Chech says:
::Starts singing out loud:: Self: Qoy qeylIs puqloD Qoy puqbe'pu'

ACTION: To his left is a human Commander, and various other beings mill around in the background

Civ_Stelakh says:
CMO:  Which is why I am generating computer models, Doctor.  I believe it may be possible to harness the energies necessary to generate and maintain such a beam.
G’Val says:
@::sharply:: COMM: QIb: This is Captain G'Val of the USS Erebus.
CO_Q`tor says:
COMM: USS Erebus: USS Erebus, this is the.....this is Captain Q'tor.
CMO_Kymar says:
CIV: But one not so destructive?
AOPS_Ration says:
::looks up at the view-screen::
Civ_Stelakh says:
CMO:  That is my goal.
XO_Perkins says:
@::sitting in his seat on the bridge of the Erebus.  Wishing he could have been assigned to a ship with a nice name.  Like, say... "Zong"::
CMO_Kymar says:
::nods:: CIV: A very good idea...in theory. I don’t think the Shipyards would enjoy having to outfit every single vessel with one of these beam emitters
G’Val says:
@COMM: QIb: Captain, by order of Starfleet Command I'm assuming command of this sector, effective immediately. Starbase 487 is now off-limits to all traffic, and a state of emergency has been declared in this sector. 
EO_Chech says:
Self:: yoHbogh malthbogh je' SuvwI' Sey'moHchu' may' 'Iw.
Civ_Stelakh says:
CMO:  My theories do not include the fitting of...excuse me, Doctor.
CO_Q`tor says:
COMM: Erebus: G'Val: I see Captain. And may I ask what this state of emergency is?
Civ_Stelakh says:
::Turns to face the screen, arching a brow.::
CMO_Kymar says:
::turns to the view-screen and waves Stelakh off, wondering what this emergency is::
G’Val says:
@COMM: QIb: Not over this channel. You are ordered to change course to rendezvous with me on the USS Erebus. Co-ordinates are being sent to your systems now.
AFCO_Skywalker says:
::Looks to the CO for orders::
XO_Perkins says:
@::looks towards the view-screen at the bridge of the QIb, wondering how on Earth their CO is restraining himself from injecting repeated "oinks" into his replies::
AOPS_Ration says:
::begins investigating the comm::
Civ_Stelakh says:
::Turns back to SCI2 and begins long range scans of the sector.::
AFCO_Skywalker says:
CO: The Erebus is 5 minutes away at cruising speed.
EO_Chech says:
::Breaks out in Klingon Opera::
EO_Chech says:
Self: Ki'rock Molor, ki'ro
AOPS_Ration says:
CO: ::in lowered voice:: The security code transmitting from the Erebus is valid.
CO_Q`tor says:
COMM: Erebus: G'Val: Captain, I do not know what is going on, but my current orders, from Star Fleet, state that they supersede all other orders. Until such time as I receive orders, again from Star Fleet, changing my current orders, I must follow those orders.
G’Val says:
@COMM: QIb: If you check my security codes, Captain, you will see they carry Star Fleet alpha-level authorization.
Civ_Stelakh says:
::Calls up a comm panel and dispatches an encoded message to the ambassadorial attache on Delta-Omega VII.::
AOPS_Ration says:
CO: it's confirmed Sir. ::looks to the Captain::
CO_Q`tor says:
COMM: Erebus: G'Val: I understand that Captain, but I have my orders, and those orders clearly state that they supersede all other orders. Until I hear from Admiral Crenshaw otherwise, I must follow my orders and proceed on my current course.
Civ_Stelakh says:
::Looks up from his scans.::
Civ_Stelakh says:
CO:  Captain.  A word, please. 
Civ_Stelakh says:
::Stands and steps down into the command area.::
Civ_Stelakh says:
CO:  Captain.
G’Val says:
@COMM: QIb: Your caution is admirable, and is to be commended, Captain. 
CO_Q`tor says:
::speaking in a low tone of voice:: CIV: Yes Mr. Stelakh?
Civ_Stelakh says:
::Speaks lowly, so as not to be heard by anyone but Q'tor.::
EO_Chech says:
::Realises his cup is empty:: Self: BAH! ::Throws cup across the room::
G’Val says:
@XO: Mr Perkins, contact Admiral Crenshaw, priority one, and have him reissue new orders to the Captain?
Civ_Stelakh says:
CO:  Sensors indicate a large number of Starfleet vessels, forming a blockade in the sector.
CMO_Kymar says:
::watches the conversations going on between everyone, wondering what in the world is going on::
XO_Perkins says:
@::nods:: CO_G'Val: Aye, sir ::turns to his console, and starts punching buttons::
CO_Q`tor says:
::raises his eyebrows in surprise at Stelakh:: CIV: How many ships?
Civ_Stelakh says:
CO:  It is difficult to ascertain at this range, Captain.  Several are inbound.
EO_Chech says:
::Wanders around trying to find a bottle of blood wine he hid earlier::
Civ_Stelakh says:
::Looks down at the Captain's console.::
Civ_Stelakh says:
CO:  May I?
AOPS_Ration says:
::rechecks the security codes, then begins checking for any other comm traffic::
CO_Q`tor says:
CIV: Understood. Keep me posted.
Civ_Stelakh says:
::Returns to his console, and continues scanning.::
Civ_Stelakh says:
CO:  At least twenty, Captain.  More inbound.
CO_Q`tor says:
COMM: Erebus: G'Val: Captain, I must insist that I be informed as to what is going on. Perhaps in my ready room over a secured channel?
CO_Q`tor says:
::nods understanding to Stelakh::
AOPS_Ration says:
::receives another transmission::
Civ_Stelakh says:
::Retrieves a response to his original message, reads it silently, and then stands again.::
G’Val says:
@COMM: QIb: I'm afraid that’s impossible, Captain. If you care to stand by, Admiral Crenshaw’s office will be in touch confirming my authority in this matter, and I can discuss it with you in person.
Civ_Stelakh says:
CO:  Captain, I must speak with you privately.  The matter is of some import.
AOPS_Ration says:
CO: Sir!  We have another transmission.  Codes confirm it's from Admiral Crenshaw ordering us to rendezvous with the USS Erebus immediately.
CO_Q`tor says:
COMM: Erebus: G'Val: Standby Captain.
Civ_Stelakh says:
::Steps over to the doors to the Ready Room.::
CO_Q`tor says:
AOPS: Reconfirm. Get me a secured channel to Admiral Crenshaw. I want to speak with him personally in my ready room.
Civ_Stelakh says:
::Waits with Vulcan patience at the doors.::
AOPS_Ration says:
CO: Aye Sir.
CO_Q`tor says:
::heads to his ready room:: FCO: All stop. CMO: Doctor you have the bridge. Keep us cloaked.
G’Val says:
@Perkins: I never did like Klingons.
CMO_Kymar says:
::smiles and leaps up from the console he was leaning:: CO: Aye, Captain ::heads down to the command circle::
AOPS_Ration says:
::sends request for a secure communications with Admiral Crenshaw::
CO_Q`tor says:
::enters his ready room::
XO_Perkins says:
@G'Val: No sir.  They're almost as annoying as animals.  Pigs, even.
EO_Chech says:
::Cant find any more bloodwine:: Self: Damn it! Bah, must of drunk it all.
AOPS_Ration says:
Self: You've got to be kidding.  He's not gonna like this.
Civ_Stelakh says:
::Steps into the ready room.::
CO_Q`tor says:
CIV: Mr. Stelakh, what by the beard of Kahless is going on?
AOPS_Ration says:
*CO* Sir, The Admiral is in a meeting.  I have his aid, a Commander V'Lath on a secure channel.
Civ_Stelakh says:
CO:  Captain, a large portion of the command section of Starbase 487 has been destroyed by explosion.
CMO_Kymar says:
::sits in the command chair and smiles, loving the feeling of being in command:: All: Report
Civ_Stelakh says:
CO:  Admiral Graze and several of his staff are listed as missing.
CO_Q`tor says:
*AOPS*: Not good enough! QI'vatlh! I want Admiral Crenshaw!
AOPS_Ration says:
CMO: My report is, I'm doing my job! ::grumbles and goes back to work::
CO_Q`tor says:
CIV: I see. Any idea on what happened? Were they attacked?
SO_K`Both says:
CMO: Nothing to report.
Civ_Stelakh says:
CO:  Unknown at this time.
AFCO_Skywalker says:
CMO: I am still going in the same direction I was the last time I was asked.
AOPS_Ration says:
Comm: V'Lath: The Captain insists on speaking to Admiral Crenshaw!
CMO_Kymar says:
::blinks at the rather...violent...report from AOPS:: AFCO: Are we still cloaked?
AOPS_Ration says:
::receives authorization again::  Self: uh oh.
CO_Q`tor says:
::thinking about the situation:: CIV: Mr. Stelakh, you have read our orders. How would you interpret them?
AFCO_Skywalker says:
CMO: Well I can still see you, so I guess you aren’t. Can you see me?
Civ_Stelakh says:
CO:  Our orders are clear, Captain.  We have received orders from Admiral Crenshaw to proceed to Starbase 487.  This order supercedes all previous orders.
AOPS_Ration says:
*CO* Crenshaw is unavailable Sir.  The authorization codes have been checked and confirmed 4 times now.  You DO want to talk to this Commander.
Civ_Stelakh says:
CO:  However, if the Admiral has now ordered that we divert to meet with the Erebus, and that order can be authenticated, then our way is clear.  We must rendezvous with the Erebus.
CMO_Kymar says:
AFCO: I do not appreciate your humor...Is the SHIP still cloaked?
AFCO_Skywalker says:
CMO: Yes it is!
CMO_Kymar says:
AFCO: Good then!
CO_Q`tor says:
CIV: I understand. But my instinct tells me that there is something wrong here. If it were so important, then why is Admiral Crenshaw unavailable?
AOPS_Ration says:
::thinks the Bajoran had a bit too much of the resistance:: Self: why would we have turned it off?
Civ_Stelakh says:
CO:  Admiral Crenshaw may be in high-level staff briefings with regard to this very event, Captain.
CMO_Kymar says:
:;grumbles and sits back in the chair, thinking that Ensigns these days are too cocky::
EO_Chech says:
::Starts singing something about Kahless::
Civ_Stelakh says:
CO:  In addition, if we are to violate this new order and proceed to Starbase 487, it could be viewed as an act of mutiny, in extreme circumstances.  Given that there are more than twenty Starfleet vessels forming a blockade around the Starbase, I do not believe our chances for survival would be high.
CO_Q`tor says:
CIV: Are you familiar with the Klingon saying "Duj tIvoqtaH" Mr. Stelakh?
AFCO_Skywalker says:
::Thinks the CMO is just like the typical doctor, Stifnecked and needs to get a grip.
Civ_Stelakh says:
CO:  Instincts are not logical, Captain.
EO_Chech says:
::Walks around Engineering checking some systems whilst singing ::
AOPS_Ration says:
*CO* Sir?  Shall I send the communication to your Ready Room?
CMO_Kymar says:
::for some reason feels the need to grip his phaser pistol, sliding his hand under his lab coat he does just that::
CO_Q`tor says:
CIV: they may not be logical Mr. Stelakh, but they have kept me alive.
CO_Q`tor says:
*AOPS*: Standby
Civ_Stelakh says:
CO:  Perhaps we should allow your instincts the opportunity to hear the message waiting for you, Captain.
AOPS_Ration says:
::sends a standby message to V'Lath::
CO_Q`tor says:
CIV: Very well Mr. Stelakh. Make sure the Challenger is still set up for stealth mode. I will set up a meeting with this Captain G'Val.
Civ_Stelakh says:
CO:  ::Arches a brow.::  Aye, Captain.
SO_K`Both says:
CMO: Long range scans show incoming fighters, two Rapier class ships.
CO_Q`tor says:
CIV: Dismissed.
Civ_Stelakh says:
::Nods, then departs for the Shuttle bay.::
CO_Q`tor says:
*AOPS*: Very well, patch the communication through.
CMO_Kymar says:
SO: Rapier class? Run a scan on them, are they coming in hostile?
SO_K`Both says:
CMO: Checking.
AOPS_Ration says:
::patches communication through to the Ready Room, double checking the secure line::
Civ_Stelakh says:
*EO*:  Stelakh to Engineer.  Proceed to Main Cargo and prepare the Challenger for departure.
SO_K`Both says:
CMO: Their weapons are powered up, their shields are also up, but appear to be weakened.
EO_Chech says:
*Civ*: Ok, ::Starts singing down the comline::
CMO_Kymar says:
::nods:: AOPS: Open a channel to the incoming lead ship
SO_K`Both says:
::scans the incoming fighters more::
SO_K`Both says:
CMO: Sir, their shields appear to be quite weak.
EO_Chech says:
::Wanders aimlessly around until he finds Main Cargo bay by chance::
CMO_Kymar says:
SO: I don’t intend for us to fight here, I will see what they want

ACTION: The fighters come into visual range

SO_K`Both says:
CMO: They are in visual range now, Sir.
CMO_Kymar says:
SO: Put them on screen
Civ_Stelakh says:
::Enters the Main Cargo Bay, since the mamby-pamby shuttle bay is too small for the big, bad Challenger, and steps up to the shuttle.::
AOPS_Ration says:
CMO: No response from the fighters.
CO_Q`tor says:
COMM: V'Lath: This is Captain Q'tor. Where is Admiral Crenshaw?
CMO_Kymar says:
AOPS: Open a channel, just make sure they hear me
EO_Chech says:
::Starts singing in the Main Cargo Bay::
Civ_Stelakh says:
::Turns toward the sound of the singing.::
AOPS_Ration says:
CMO: The channel is open as ordered Sir.
CMO_Kymar says:
COM: Ships: Incoming vessels, this is the IKS QIb. Please lower your shields and power down your weapons before explaining your presence in this system
V’Lath says:
%COMM: QIb: Ah, Captain. Admiral Crenshaw is currently in a high-level briefing. There isn’t much time, please follow your orders immediately, or I will have to have you removed from command.

ACTION: Still no reply from the fighters

Civ_Stelakh says:
EO:  Singing is neither required nor requested, Ensign.  Your orders are to prepare this shuttle for launch.  I will ensure that the cloaking device is functional and in good order.
CO_Q`tor says:
COMM: V'Lath: And just who are you that you have such authority?
EO_Chech says:
::Stops singing and starts whistling whilst walking around the shuttle preparing her for launch::
V’Lath says:
%COMM: QIb: I am currently acting under the orders of the Admiral, Captain. I suggest you do the same.

ACTION: A small light detaches from under one of the fighters, and heads for the QIb.

CMO_Kymar says:
SO: Scan that object, decloak and raise the shields
Civ_Stelakh says:
::Steps inside the Challenger, opens his tricorder, and begins diagnostics on the cloaking device.::
SO_K`Both says:
CMO: Incoming class V Orion torpedo, Sir!
CO_Q`tor says:
COMM: V'Lath: I will do that when I hear it from Admiral Crenshaw himself. QIb Out!
CMO_Kymar says:
AFCO: Evasive maneuvers!
AOPS_Ration says:
::sees that the Captain has closed the comm::
CO_Q`tor says:
::closes the  comm and heads back to the bridge::
AFCO_Skywalker says:
CMO: Already on it.
EO_Chech says:
::Whistles the tune to a opera about Kahless::

ACTION: The torpedo hits the starboard warp nacelle just before the shields come up

AOPS_Ration says:
::wonders if she should say "Surprise Captain the CMO's been gabbing it up during your absence!::
SO_K`Both says:
CMO: Direct hit on the starboard Nacelle, Sir!
AOPS_Ration says:
::grabs her console to keep from hitting the deck::
CO_Q`tor says:
::Enters the Bridge and nearly falls over from the blast:: CMO: ::not happy:: QIvatlh! What is going on!
EO_Chech says:
::Falls over laughing::
SO_K`Both says:
CMO: Checking for damage reports.

ACTION: As the QIb's cloak flickers off, the fighters open fire with energy weapons. Lights across the ship flicker wildly.

Civ_Stelakh says:
::Grabs a console as the ship is hit, his tricorder hitting the floor with a nasty little clicking sound that indicates he should probably get a new one.::
CMO_Kymar says:
CO: Er...well, there were these fighters...and they attacked us. I think we should attack back, Captain
AOPS_Ration says:
::starts transferring power away from the nacelle to keep it from blowing::
CO_Q`tor says:
AFCO: Evasive maneuvers! Get us out of here!
EO_Chech says:
::Starts singing again from the floor::
CO_Q`tor says:
AOPS: return fire!
AOPS_Ration says:
::targets and fires on the incoming fighters::
EO_Chech says:
Self: Ah, a battle! Qapla!
CMO_Kymar says:
::stands up from the chair and gives command back to Q'tor, feeling slightly down that he got them attacked::
AOPS_Ration says:
CO: Firing!

ACTION: Disruptor blasts turn the puny fighters into so much space dust.

CO_Q`tor says:
CMO: Who are they that they fire on us?
SO_K`Both says:
CO: the fighters have been destroyed, Sir.
AOPS_Ration says:
CMO: It appears we will be needing your services now Cmdr.
CMO_Kymar says:
CO: I honestly don’t know, Captain. They were coming in at us while we were cloaked with weapons hot
CMO_Kymar says:
AOPS: Agreed, although this ship is tough. And we are staffed by Klingons ::smiles::
Civ_Stelakh says:
::Steps quickly out of the shuttle.::
CO_Q`tor says:
CMO: report to sickbay.
CO_Q`tor says:
AOPS: Damage report!
AOPS_Ration says:
*EO*: What's the damage to that nacelle?
Civ_Stelakh says:
EO: Finish your preparations for launch, and mount the weapons pack.  I will be on the bridge.  Inform me when your task is completed.
EO_Chech says:
*AOPS*: I Don’t Know! I’m in the Cargo Bay!
AOPS_Ration says:
CO: Starboard nacelle took a direct hit.  I've redirected any power to keep it from causing further damage.
CMO_Kymar says:
::nods and heads up to the TL, stepping inside and ordering it to Sickbay. As the doors close he sighs and hangs his head, his hand still gripping the phaser pistol under his coat::
AFCO_Skywalker says:
CO: Warp engines are offline.
Civ_Stelakh says:
EO:  Return to Engineering, Ensign.  I am certain you are needed more there.
AOPS_Ration says:
CO: Other damage is minor and reporting in now.
EO_Chech says:
Civ: I’m needed more where I want to be, and I don’t want to be around you! ::walks back to engineering singing more::
CO_Q`tor says:
AOPS: How long until we have warp drive back up?
AFCO_Skywalker says:
CO: Maneuvering at full impulse.
AOPS_Ration says:
CMO: I have an incoming comm and it's confirmed.  The Captain is to be taken into custody and you are to take command.

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