The QIb Chronicles: Episode 244

The I.K.S. QIb has been dispatched to Qo'noS, to escort Admiral Kelnar to the site of Starbase 487, for a high-level briefing with Admiral G'Val. After a rather violent competition with the Admiral, we join the QIb crew as they prepare to leave for the briefing.

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CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: stand dispersing security teams to entry points and setting up security checkpoints ::
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Exits his quarters, having cleaned himself up and changed his uniform, and heads for Transporter Room One.::
CO_Q`tor says:
::Straightens his uniform before pulling his Captain's cloak on over it::
CEO_KVort says:
::gets on his weapons and heads out the door of his quarters to TR one::
CO_Q`tor says:
::Puts his daq'tagh into it's sheath before heading off to the transporter room::
Lt_Carlton says:
@::paces on board the Erebus, wishing the other briefers would get their butts over here::
CO_Q`tor says:
::Walking the corridors on his way to the transporter room as the survival of his crew could very well depend on his actually moving::
OPS_Horn says:
::Exits his quarters and heads for the nearest TR::
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Reaches the alleged Transporter Room One and steps up onto the pad.::
CEO_KVort says:
::arrives at TR one straightning out his uniform::
CEO_KVort says:
::notices the CSO and  gets on a  pad farthest away from the CSO::
OPS_Horn says:
::Enters the TR::
Cmdr_Perkins says:
@Carlton: Lieutenant, there's been a slight change of plan. The Admiral will explain during the briefing.
CO_Q`tor says:
::arrives at the transporter room and sees the people that have already arrived::
Lt_Carlton says:
@Perkins: Another change of plan?  What is it with these people?  ::grunts:: Fine Sir. ::plops into a chair in the briefing room::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: stands with her arms folded in the transporter room waiting for everyone to be accounted for, leaving DloraH at station on the bridge ::
CEO_KVort says:
CO:Greetings Sir.
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Steps onto a back pad, allowing room for Q'tor to take the center one.::
CO_Q`tor says:
::grunts in acknowledgement of everyones presence and steps up onto the transporter pad::
Perkins says:
@Carlton: It's a matter of security, Lieutenant. The information to be discussed is far more sensitive than we first imagined.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: follows the CO, standing on the pad to the right of him ::
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Removes his tricorder, sets it to passive scan, and slips it back into its holster.::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: steps off the pad waiting for OPS quite annoyed ::
CO_Q`tor says:
Transporter tech: Is there a reason that we are not yet on board the Erebus?
Tech says:
CO: Just waiting for the final member of your party, sir ::points to OPS::
OPS_Horn says:
::Steps onto the last padd::
CO_Q`tor says:
OPS: So good of you to join us commander.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: steps back up glaring at OPS ::
CO_Q`tor says:
Tech: Energize
CEO_KVort says:
::grunts::

ACTION: The group are beamed across to the Erebus

Lt_Carlton says:
::thinks Perkins is just way to sensitive period::
OPS_Horn says:
CO: You owe me if you think about it.
Erebus Tech says:
CO: Welcome aboard the USS Erebus, Captain. The briefing room is straight across the corridor. You're expected.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: steps off the pad waiting for the others to clear the room ::
CEO_KVort says:
::moves off the pad toward the briefing room::
CO_Q`tor says:
::Nods at the Erebus Tech and leads the way to the briefing room::
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Steps off of the pad, following Q'tor.::
CEO_KVort says:
::follows Qtor::
Perkins says:
Carlton: I believe I hear the others now.... if you'll excuse me one moment. ::gets up and heads to stand in the doorway of the briefing room::
OPS_Horn says:
::Follows the CO::
CO_Q`tor says:
::Enters the briefing room and steps in far enough for the rest of his crew to enter without bumping into him::
Lt_Carlton says:
Perkins: Go knock yourself out. ::keeps her seat::
Perkins says:
::is forced backwards by the presence of the Klingon::
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Steps into the briefing room, almost bumping the CO.::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: follows taking a spot near the door ::
CEO_KVort says:
::gracefully enters the room without bumping in to his supreme commander::
CO_Q`tor says:
Perkins: Commander. Face to face at last.
Perkins says:
CO: Ah, Captain.. erm. Yes, the Admiral has asked me to tell you there's been a change of plan. Due to a security matter, only you may be present at the briefing. 
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Arches a brow.::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
::growls ::
Perkins says:
CO: Your crew are free to return to their ship, or to take advantage of our recreational facilities, of course.
CEO_KVort says:
::glares at perkins::
CEO_KVort says:
::Growls::
CO_Q`tor says:
::Glares down at Perkins:: Perkins: But I already made them get up and dressed for this.
Perkins says:
::sets his head back and looks down his nose at the QIb crew::
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Turns a look of utter disdain on Perkins, as only a Vulcan can.::
Lt_Carlton says:
::watches the scene at the door::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: waits for the Captain's orders ::
ADM_G`Val says:
::enters the room, a number of other Starfleet officers in tow, along with Admiral Kelnar and members of his staff:: 
CSO_Stelakh says:
CO:  Captain Q'tor, sir.  Request permission to return to the I.K.S. QIb.
CO_Q`tor says:
Perkins: Very well. This time.
ADM_G`Val says:
Perkins: Commander, I believe I asked for Captain Q'tor's crew to be dismissed. Why are they still here?
CO_Q`tor says:
ADM_G'Val: Because I have not yet dismissed them Admiral
CEO_KVort says:
CO: I am staying with you always sir,In and out of battle.
Perkins says:
ADM: Ah, yes, sir. I'm on it right now, sir. They appear to be following the chain of command to the letter, sir.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: stands to attention for ADM G'val, glaring at Kelnar::
CO_Q`tor says:
::Turns to his crew:: QIb Crew: You are free to go. Be ready to return to the QIb at a moments notice.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: waits for everyone to leave still glowering at Kelnar ::
ADM_G`Val says:
::totally ignores the comment from the CO::
CEO_KVort says:
CO: Aye Sir.
CSO_Stelakh says:
CO:  Permission to return, Sir?
CO_Q`tor says:
CEO: I want the QIb ready for warp as soon as I return.
CO_Q`tor says:
CSO: Granted.
CEO_KVort says:
CO: It is done.
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Nods respectfully to Q'tor, gives the Admiral an arched-brow glance, then goes back to the QIb.::
CEO_KVort says:
::leaves the room and beams back to the ship::
CSO_Stelakh says:
 ::Steps down off of the QIb's transporter pad and heads directly to the bridge.::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
@:: stands right outside the doors of the briefing room ready to protect her Captain::
ADM_G`Val says:
@Everyone: Apologies on behalf of Captain Q'tor for the late start, everybody.
CAPT_Ebb says:
@ADM: Sonny, this had better be good.  :: moves slowly to her chair ::
CAPT_Washington says:
@CO: I'm Captain Washington of the USS Thundertamer. Pleased to meet you.::gives out his hand for a handshake::
CAPT_M`bork says:
@::Gives G'val a smouldering glance with her little piggy eyes, and surreptitiously rubs a hoof against his ankle before heading for a seat.::
CO_Q`tor says:
@::picks a seat and looks around glaring at everyone::
ADM_G`Val says:
@::sighs, wishing the sow would find someone else to pester::
CAPT_Washington says:
@::puts his hand down::
CAPT_Washington says:
@::sits down across from Qtor::
ADM_G`Val says:
@All: As you are all aware, a number of weeks ago Starbase 487 was attacked by an faction unknown at the time.
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Relieves the officer at Science 1, and begins training intense scans on the Erebus.  Passive scans continue searching the sector for any unexpected energy readings.::
CAPT_Ebb says:
@:: the whole room begins to be inundated with the smell of Captain Ebb's perfume ::
ADM_G`Val says:
@All: Security and Intelligence branches have been working to trace the culprits.
CEO_KVort says:
::Orders his minions to get the ship ready for warp immediatly::
ADM_G`Val says:
@All: A number of factors have come to light recently, which is why I have called you all here today.
DloraH says:
::nods at the CSO::
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Trains sensors on the windows of the Erebus briefing room, and orders the computer to provide visual information.  He then orders the computer to extrapolate, based upon lip movement, the conversation.::
ADM_G`Val says:
@All: Starfleet Intelligence have investigated leads which have given them the names of two individuals.
ENS_Colby says:
@::Stands just outside the briefing room awaiting G'vals beck and call::
ADM_G`Val says:
@All: Captain's Ebb and Q'Tor, you will be receiving intelligence on the last known likely location of these individuals, and will proceed to trace them. They are to be apprehended and returned here for questioning.
CAPT_M`bork says:
@::Quietly doodles on her padd, while listening, a heart.  Inside, she writes "G'val & M'bork".::
DloraH says:
:: thinks the CSO has gall and admires gall ::
CAPT_Washington says:
@::shifts in his chair::
CAPT_Ebb says:
@:: holds an icy stare at Q'tor ::
CO_Q`tor says:
@::looks over at the stinky CAPT Ebb::
ADM_G`Val says:
@All: Meanwhile, Captain's Washington and M'bork will liaise with Starfleet Intelligence, who believe they have traced the source of the explosives used.
CO_Q`tor says:
@::Thinks to self:: Self: Wonderful. They're sending a smelly old woman to watch over my shoulder.
CAPT_Ebb says:
@:: thinks my ship can fly circles around that Klingon bucket of bolts ::
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Reads the extrapolations the computer returns.  They are not 100%, but they give a general idea of what's being said.  He arches a brow.::
CAPT_Washington says:
@::hopes the other CAPTs will behave themselves::
ADM_G`Val says:
@All: You will receive your individual mission briefings after you leave. What follows is more sensitive, and cannot be repeated outside of this room.
CO_Q`tor says:
@Self: Must remember to remain upwind of her.
DloraH says:
:: Taps into the CSO's feed and listen as well.::
CAPT_Washington says:
@::moves over to the enviromental controls and sets it to cycle and purify the air::
CAPT_Washington says:
@::sits back down::
CSO_Stelakh says:
:: Arches a brow as he notes another console has tapped in to his station, and reaches over, tapping the controls and severing the link.::
ADM_G`Val says:
@::nods to the security guards by the door, who erect a forcefield in case anyone has a listening device outside::
ADM_G`Val says:
@All: According to Starfleet Intelligence, there is a high probability that this act was performed under instructions from a hostile empire.
CO_Q`tor says:
@::wonders if he were to pull at one side of the smelly Bolians "head zipper" if she would peel?::
CSO_Stelakh says:
COMM: Q'tor:  Stelakh to Q'Tor.  Apologies for the interruption, Captain.  I am reading an unexpected energy surge.
DloraH says:
:: prepares a short range probe configures it to activate remotely, floats it out of the torpedo tubes and positions it over the Erebus::
CEO_KVort says:
::smiles that the ship checks out ready for warp and knows it will or someone will pay::
ADM_G`Val says:
@All: Intelligence has been analysed, and all of the signs are currently pointing towards the....

ACTION: An explosion rocks the Erebus

ADM_G`Val says:
@ALL: What in the name of Paxo was that?
CAPT_Ebb says:
@:: raises shields::
CAPT_Washington says:
@::gets up::
DloraH says:
:: raises shields ::
CSO_Stelakh says:
  SDO: Duty officer, note in ship's computer, as of this time, I assume command of the I.K.S. QIb until relieved by a senior officer.  Tactical, raise shields and arm all weapons.
CO_Q`tor says:
@::pulls his comm badge and is about give Stelakh hell when the explosion interrupts :: COMM: CSO: Stelakh, red alert! Raise shields!
CSO_Stelakh says:
*Sickbay*:  Stelakh to Sickbay, prepare for incoming casualties.
CAPT_M`bork says:
@TO:  Red aleart.
ADM_G`Val says:
@ADM: Perkins: Commander, to the bridge! ::heads off out of the room at a trot::
DloraH says:
:: brings weapons hot, thinking it is poor tactics we should cloak and follow ::
CAPT_M`bork says:
@::Flies across the room from the explosion, falling to the floor.  The apple that hangs on a necklace under her tunic flops out and falls into her mouth.::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
@:: feels the ship rock and pulls her phaser ::

ACTION: Tactical readouts on the QIb show that a cargo vessel heading for the starbase diverted it's course as it went past the Erebus, and crashed straight into the saucer section

CSO_Stelakh says:
SO:  Status of the cargo vessel.
CO_Q`tor says:
@::Jumps up from his seat and follows after Admiral G'val::
CEO_KVort says:
::heads toward the bridge::
CAPT_Ebb says:
:: taps her combadge :: Ebb to Consolodation, Raise shields arm weapons ::
CSO_Stelakh says:
SO:  Scan for residual radiation, and biological matter.
DloraH says:
:: CSO: Sir,a cargo ship has rammed the Erebus.
SO says:
CSO:  Aye, sir.
ADM_G`Val says:
@::heads onto the bridge:: OPS: Status, Mr. Oozit.
CO_Q`tor says:
@ADM: So much for security. Eh Admiral?
CSO_Stelakh says:
COMM:  QIb to Erebus.  Respond.
CEO_KVort says:
*CSO*: What happened?
OPS_Oozit says:
@ADM: We've totally lost sections 52 through 67. Structural integrity field holding. Ship is at red alert, shields at 100%.
ADM_G`Val says:
@::glares at Q'tor::
CSO_Stelakh says:
*CEO*:  The Erebus has been attacked.  Prepare for possible combat.  Stelakh out.
CEO_KVort says:
::enters bridge::
CO_Q`tor says:
::Glares back at the Admiral::
CSO_Stelakh says:
COMM:  Erebus:  Erebus, respond.
CSO_Stelakh says:
*Sickbay*:  Stelakh to Sickbay.  Prepare medical teams to beam to the Erebus.
CEO_KVort says:
CSO: Any Damage to us?
ADM_G`Val says:
@CO: Captain, the intelligence information we have gathered is not held in any other databases. It is vital you return to your ship and carry out your mission immediately.
CSO_Stelakh says:
CEO:  None at present.
CO_Q`tor says:
@ADM: Aye sir.
CO_Q`tor says:
::Taps his commbadge:: COMM:QIb: Captain Q'tor to the QIb. Request emergency transport.
OPS_Oozit says:
@ADM: Damage reports coming in, external communications are gone.
CEO_KVort says:
CSO: We need to drop a hole in our shields and beam our shipmates back.
CAPT_M'bork says:
@::Her little piggy eyes stare unseeing at the ceiling.  Surely, no neck is supposed to be at that angle.  She is now among the Great Applesauce of the Universe.::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
@::enters the briefing room as ends and stands behind her Captain, QIb: make that two to beam over.
CSO_Stelakh says:
CEO:  Do so with alacrity, Mr. K'Vort.
CEO_KVort says:
*ALL*: All senior staff present on the QIb Report to the bridge.
ADM_G`Val says:
@OPS: Mr, Oozit, lower shields for five seconds on command from the transporter room.
CSO_Stelakh says:
CEO:  ::Arches a brow.::  I did not give that order, Mister.
CEO_KVort says:
::drops a hole in the shields::
CO_Q`tor says:
@COMM: QIb: Energize
CEO_KVort says:
CSO:It is logical we need all present senior staff on the bridge.
CEO_KVort says:
CSO:To be prepared.
CO_Q`tor says:
::awaits the transport to the QIb::
CSO_Stelakh says:
CEO:  You are not in command at this time.  Return to Engineering and prepare your staff for possible comabt.
CEO_KVort says:
::hits the transport button and sends them to the bridge::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: waits transport with the CO ::

ACTION: The QIb crew are beamed back to their ship

CEO_KVort says:
CSO: I have beamed the Captain aboard.
CAPT_Ebb says:
:: waits for transport to the Consolation::
CSO_Stelakh says:
CEO:  Return to Engineering.  That is an order.
CEO_KVort says:
::leaves and grunts::
CO_Q`tor says:
CSO: Shields up, prepare for departure.
CSO_Stelakh says:
DloraH:  Raise shields.

ACTION: The QIb's mission details are transmitted from the Erebus' computer.

CSO_Stelakh says:
CO:  Captain, I relinquish command.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: locks the Erebus intelligence in a command file ::
CEO_KVort says:
*CO*: Engines are ready I'm heading back to the bridge.
CO_Q`tor says:
CSO: Not just yet Mr. Stelakh. I'll be in my ready room going over our orders
CSO_Stelakh says:
CO:  Aye, Captain.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: attaches code 47 to the Erebus information::
CSO_Stelakh says:
Helm, prepare for departure.
CEO_KVort says:
::enters the bridge::
CO_Q`tor says:
CSO: I'll let you know where to take us as soon as I know myself.
CSO_Stelakh says:
CO:  Confirmed.

ACTION: Blinky lights signal an incoming priority-one communication

CSO_Stelakh says:
::Reaches down on the command console and answers the call.::
CO_Q`tor says:
::dissappears into his ready room and brings up the the secret orders on his screen::
CSO_Stelakh says:
COMM: G'val:  Stelakh, here.  You may speak.
CEO_KVort says:
::stands at the engineering station on bridge::
ADM_G`Val says:
@COMM: QIb: Long-range sensors have picked up incoming hostiles, numbers overwhelming. You are not, repeat NOT to engage or attempt to assist. Leave the area immediately.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
: busies herself with lock down of intelligence unaware of what is going on, on the bridge::
CSO_Stelakh says:
CTO:  Commander, tactical analysis.
CSO_Stelakh says:
COMM:  Erebus:  Admiral, this is Lieutenant Commander Stelakh, currently in command of the I.K.S. QIb.  Do you wish us to evacuate the Erebus before our departure?
CEO_KVort says:
::works at his station readying engineering for battle::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: puts the message on screen, sends the code 47 information to the CO's RR, and looks at the tactical display::
ADM_G`Val says:
@COMM: QIb: Negative. Leave the area IMMEDIATELY!
CO_Q`tor says:
::Enters the coordinates into his computer and forwards them to the helm:: *CSO*: Mr. Stelakh, I have sent coordinates to the helm. Set course and engage maximum warp.
CSO_Stelakh says:
COMM:  Erebus:  Understood, Admiral.  QIb out.
CSO_Stelakh says:
*CO*:  Aye, Captain.
CSO_Stelakh says:
CEO:  Take the helm, Mr. KVort.
CEO_KVort says:
CSO: Aye.
CEO_KVort says:
::takes the helm::

ACTION: A wave of insectoid vessels come out of warp around the Erebus, and begin attacking

CSO_Stelakh says:
CEO:  Coordinates have been sent to the helm.  Set course and engage at maximum warp.

ACTION: The Defiant-Class Patriarch and Vizier move to protect the flagship

CEO_KVort says:
::does as he is told::

ACTION: The Consolation warps out of sight 

CSO_Stelakh says:
CTO:  Mister Ravenprowler, aft torpedoes at the closest enemy vessels.  We may have been ordered to depart, but we may at least give a departing shot.

ACTION: The USS Kukri launches a fighter wing 

CEO_KVort says:
CSO:Done.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
CSO: The Consolation has jumped to warp.
CSO_Stelakh says:
CEO:  Warp speed.
CSO_Stelakh says:
CTO:  Fire.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: Fires a full spread of torpedoes at the attackers ::

ACTION: The USS Aberdeen's shields collapse under the attack, and it explodes. Fragments spiral out in all directions

CEO_KVort says:
::engages::

ACTION: The QIb's torpedoe's take out half a dozen of the tiny fighters.

ACTION: Another insectoid fighter group comes out of warp

ACTION: The QIb leaves the battle

CO_Q`tor says:
::Re-enters the bridge::
CO_Q`tor says:
CSO: Status report.

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