QonoS QIb

The QIb Chronicles

Episode 249

Manhunt: Part 10

After crashing on Gamma Pyrox II, the crew of the I.K.S. QIb have been scattered around the planet in their escape pods.
The command crew have been taken into custody by local law enforcement officers, and escorted to what appears to be the capital of the nation they landed in, where General Elnak formulated a plan for them to escape from the planet before their presence caused problems.
We rejoin the crew as they await the Ferengi vessel that is to take them to... er... "safety".

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Tigs says:
:: standing waiting ::
CO_Q`tor says:
::Looking for General Elnak::
CSO_Stelakh says:
CTO:  ::Approaches the CTO with the padd.::  Commander, these weapons will be extremely easy to conceal.
Elnak_ says:
CO: I was told you were looking for me?
CEO_KVort says:
::Reclines in a very soft uncomfortable chair::
CO_Q`tor says:
Elnak: Yes I have something very important to discuss
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
CSO: By all means conceal them then Mr. Stelakh. :: flatly said ::
CSO_Stelakh says:
CTO:  Commander Ravenprolwer?
CO_Q`tor says:
Elnak: Concerning Alnar Varis, and why we are looking for him.
CEO_KVort says:
::gets up and stands::
Elnak_ says:
CO: You have my assurance he will be found if he's anywhere on the planet. He too will be taken into custody, as you were.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
CSO: Commander Stelakh?
CO_Q`tor says:
Elnak: General, we are..... grateful for your assistance, but I must ask that he be handed over to our custody. The security of not only the Federation, but also your planet could be at stake.
CEO_KVort says:
Elnak: I want food.
CSO_Stelakh says:
CTO:  Your assistance in the collection and concealment of these weapons would greatly reduce the time necessary to complete this task..
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Sets the padd down on a table, then approaches the General and the CO.::
Elnak_ says:
CO: That will be out of my hands, as was the position with yourselves - but I assume the Federation will be in a better position to place leverage on my government for turning him over, once you are free to inform them of this?  And ... perhaps you'd like to direct your crewman over there to the food dispenser unit along the wall ::points::
CNS_F`Reud says:
::stands quietly and watches the others::
CSO_Stelakh says:
CO/Elnak:  Captain, General, excuse the interruption.
CEO_KVort says:
:: hopes the food is raw::
CO_Q`tor says:
CEO: K'vort.... you will behave yourself!
CO_Q`tor says:
CSO: Yes Mr. Stelakh.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: thinks the CSO's natural Vulcan sneekiness is all that is necessary to conceal weapons, but goes about collecting and dissassemblin weapons ::
CEO_KVort says:
CO: I just want food.
OPS_Horn says:
::walks over to the CNS::
CSO_Stelakh says:
Elnak:  General, we will require weapons for our crew.  Disassembly and concealment should not be an issue.
CEO_KVort says:
:: looks at the Targ::
OPS_Horn says:
CNS: What do you think?
Elnak_ says:
::looks to the CSO:: CO/CSO: The Ferengi were commencing landing procedures a few minutes ago.. there's only a little time left.
CO_Q`tor says:
Elnak: We will not need many
CEO_KVort says:
:: grabs his gear and makes sure he still has his weapons::
Elnak_ says:
CSO: They have been provided ::Gestures to a couple of troopers carrying a long supply chest into the room::
CSO_Stelakh says:
Elnak:  Then if you will provide weapons for disassembly, we will begin work at once.  I believe Commander Ravenprowler has already begun with what she has been able to retrieve here.
CNS_F`Reud says:
OPS: I think this is interesting.
CSO_Stelakh says:
Elnak:  Thank you, General.
CEO_KVort says:
CSO:You need help?
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Steps quickly to the chest, and begins taking the lasers out of it and placing them on the table.::
CSO_Stelakh says:
CEO:  Indeed, Mister KVort.  You will find these weapons to be easily broken down into component parts.  We must conceal these parts about our persons, so that we are able to reassemble them once aboard the Ferengi vessel.  ::Hands him a laser.::
CO_Q`tor says:
Elnak: General, I can tell you that this Alnar Varis is a merchant. His last known location was on this planet. If there is any way possible that your forces could locate him, I would be very grateful.
CEO_KVort says:
::begins disassembling the laser::
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Begins disassembly of the lasers, working in a production-line format.::
CEO_KVort says:
::disassembles more weapons::
Elnak_ says:
CO: Now we know he's on the planet, there's nowhere he can hide. If necessary, we'll use the military satellites to scan for him.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: stands disassembling with the others her mind not really on what she is doing ::
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Quietly continues his work, taking time only to conceal the components of two lasers in his boots, tunic, breeches, and, yes, his Vulcan Undies.::
CEO_KVort says:
::hides his share of weapons::
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Begins doling out the disassembled parts.::
Elnak_ says:
::answers his communicator::
CSO_Stelakh says:
OPS:  ::Approaches and hands him several pieces.::  The construction is very simple, and self-explanatory.
PLT_Solo says:
::bites his lip as he dissasembles his second laser, secreting the parts around his body::
OPS_Horn says:
CNS: What is your assesment of our captors?
Elnak_ says:
All: The Ferengi are unloading now. Apparently they prefer landing the vessel to using their transporters, in order to save energy... You'll need to be in the cargo area in about five minutes.
CO_Q`tor says:
Elnak: Very well General. I cannot stress enough, however, just how important it is that he be handed over to us for questioning.
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Picks up several of the laser crystals and puts them into his mouth.::
CEO_KVort says:
ALL: These weapons can be adjusted for greater fire power.
CO_Q`tor says:
ALL: Ready yourselves. Remember, these weapons are for self defense ONLY. We will not use them unless forced to do so.
CNS_F`Reud says:
OPS: I believe this is a comedy of errors and they do not know how to respond.
OPS_Horn says:
CO: I think the use of these weapons will be handy for getting out of here.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: folds her arms across her chest, remaining stone cold serious::
CEO_KVort says:
::finishes hiding his weapons::
Host Matt_ says:
::answers his communicator again::
CO_Q`tor says:
ALL:  Now, if everyone is ready, lets go.
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Hands several parts to the CO.::
CO_Q`tor says:
OPS: Hopefully Mr. Horn, that is exactly what we are about to do.
Elnak_ says:
CO: This way ::motions to the lift shaft again::
PLT_Solo says:
::stands ready and sighs, feeling a laser handle digging into his shin::
CO_Q`tor says:
::Takes the components from Stelakh and places them into various places in his clothing.::
OPS_Horn says:
CO: I dont trust these guys, I suggest we all be ready for anything.
CO_Q`tor says:
::Follows Elnak::
CO_Q`tor says:
OPS: I agree completely.
CEO_KVort says:
::gets his mek'leth ready::
CNS_F`Reud says:
OPS: We should always be ready Commander, isn't that our job?
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Stands quietly, the bulge of the crystals in his cheeks slowly getting smaller.::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: stands ready to defend her Captain ::
CEO_KVort says:
::stands ready to defend his supreme Leader::

ACTION: The QIbbers are escorted to the elevator, which takes them swiftly to the loading bay level

CNS_F`Reud says:
::feels his stomach fly toward his feet at the sudden acceleration::
Loadmaster says:
Loadmaster: Is that everything? Are you sure? I thought we had passengers to take, too. If they're late, we'll just leave and take the money, too.
OPS_Horn says:
::Takes the place at the back of the line::
Loadmaster says:
::points at the elevator:: I believe that may be them now...
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Swallows the last crystal.::
CO_Q`tor says:
::stands in front of the rest of the crew waiting for the lift to finish lifting::
CEO_KVort says:
::looks around ready for anything::

ACTION: The elevator opens onto the loading bay level, as the Ferengi have begun closing the ramps to the ship

CO_Q`tor says:
::Steps forward towards the Ferengi vessel::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: moves quickly to and stands on an open ramp holding it for the others ::
CEO_KVort says:
::moves quickly::
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Steps out of the lift and into the bay, keeping step with the CO::
Loadmaster says:
::checking the outer hatches::
CO_Q`tor says:
Loadmaster: Hold that vessel!
CEO_KVort says:
::climbs on the ramp the CTO is on::
CO_Q`tor says:
Loadmaster: I would speak with its commander
OPS_Horn says:
::Follows the CO::
CNS_F`Reud says:
::follows the Captain, eyeing the room carefully::
Loadmaster says:
CO: Ah, our cargo arrives at last. I will have to charge you extra for being late... 
CEO_KVort says:
Loadmaster: What your Life?
CO_Q`tor says:
CEO: K'vort! That is enough!
CEO_KVort says:
CO: I have just been in a very bad mood.
CO_Q`tor says:
Loadmaster: very well. The Captain has agreed to take us to Federation space?
CEO_KVort says:
::growls::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: waits on the ramp silent ::
Loadmaster says:
CO: You will be taken to the nearest Federation outpost or planet, after we have made our final delivery.
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Continues to wait silently.::
CEO_KVort says:
::waits silently::
CO_Q`tor says:
Loadmaster: On behalf of my crew, I thank you. ::Boards the ship::
CEO_KVort says:
::follows the captain::
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Steps in behind the CO.::
Loadmaster says:
OPS: Perhaps you will settle the late payment? It appears your leader has forgotten already...
Host DaiMon_Berk says:
::notices a commbadge:: OPS: Hmm, I believe that will do nicely...
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: waits while Q'tor boards providing cover::
Crewman_Gak says:
::motions the QIb crew to a small, cramped cabin:: All: This way, quickly, we have a schedule to keep to.
Crewman_Gak says:
All: If any of you require food or drink, that can be arranged, at a price.
CEO_KVort says:
::growls::
CO_Q`tor says:
Gak: I am Captain Q'tor of Starfleet. I wish to speak with your Daimon ::hands Gak a piece of Klingon jewelry from his cloak::
Crewman_Gak says:
All: Just remember me, I'm Gak. Three cabins down on the left, come and see me for anything you require. 
OPS_Horn says:
Loadmaster: All debts will be settled when we arrive at our destination.
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Takes in his surroundings, and pays particular attention to the door frame, looking for an indication that it may contain field emitters.::
Gak says:
::Eyes widen, and he snatches at the jewelry:: CO: I'll arrange that right away, sir, my lord, anything you wish!
Gak says:
::scampers off down the corridor::
Loadmaster says:
::grumbles and ushers OPS into the cabin with the others::

ACTION: The ship shudders slightly, throwing everyone around within the cramped confines of the single-crewman quarters they've been piled into

CO_Q`tor says:
::Looks around at the cramped quarters:: All: Well this just..... how do you tera'gnan say it?.... this just sucks?
OPS_Horn says:
CO: I dont know who I distrust more, the planets inhabitants or the Ferengi.
CEO_KVort says:
CO: Do you still not want to take over the ship?

ACTION: A rather distasteful smell of Ferengi sweat comes from the single bed in the room

CSO_Stelakh says:
CO:  On the contrary, I do not see any venting of note in this room, Captain.
CO_Q`tor says:
OPS: Personally I distrust the Ferengi more.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: folds her arms and stands ready to fight as always ::
OPS_Horn says:
CO: Who is more foolish? The fool or the fool who follows him?
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Steps toward the afore-mentioned odiferous bed.::
CO_Q`tor says:
CEO: As long as they don't give us reason to K'vort, then no. We will not stoop to piracy.
CEO_KVort says:
CO: Yes Sir as you wish.
CSO_Stelakh says:
CO:  If you will excuse me for a moment, Captain.
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Kneels down next to the bed and bends over it.::

ACTION: A small comm unit on the wall bleeps twice, before a control panel sparks and falls loose

CSO_Stelakh says:
::While bent over the bed, he emits some rather organic sounds.  It sounds very much like he's being ill into the bedclothes.::
CEO_KVort says:
CSO:You should not eat energy crystels.
CO_Q`tor says:
::tries to back away from Stelakh as far as he can.... which isn't nearly far enough::
CEO_KVort says:
::does the same::

ACTION: The comm unit bleeps again, pathetically, and the speaker unit falls loose

CSO_Stelakh says:
::After a few moments, he reaches up and uses the bedclothes to clean the crystals as much as possible.::
CEO_KVort says:
CO:Sir the control panel.
CSO_Stelakh says:
::He stands, straightening his unifrom with one hand.  With his other hand, he offers the crystals to the crew.::
CO_Q`tor says:
::Attempts to make some sense of the falling apart control unit and speaker:: Comm unit: Yes?
CEO_KVort says:
::takes his crystals::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
::takes  crystal, reluctantly ::
DaiMon_Berk says:
*CO* This is DaiMon Berk. You may bring your crew to my trading office now. Gak will show you the way.
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Slips a pair of crystals into his boot.::
CO_Q`tor says:
*Berk*: Thank you Daimon

ACTION: There is a rap on the door, which wobbles under the strain

OPS_Horn says:
CSO: You are just one sick Vulcan.
CO_Q`tor says:
::opens the door::
CSO_Stelakh says:
OPS:  Indeed, Mr. Horn?
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: thinks it is a wonder the Vulcan can walk he has so much stuff in his boots ::
CEO_KVort says:
::hides his crystels in his boot::
Gak says:
::Trying to sound important:: CO: DaiMon Berk will see you now!
Gak says:
::points to a small stairway at the end of the corridor::
CO_Q`tor says:
::nods at Gak and turns to the crew:: ALL: Shall we?
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Wipes his hand on the wall, then waits for the CO to enter the corridor.::
Gak says:
::Scuttles towards the stairway, and clatters his way up to the next level::
CO_Q`tor says:
::follows Gak up the cramped stairs::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
::follows Q'tor ::
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Follows the CO out into the corridor and to the stairs.::

ACTION: The stairway leads into an open area, with a number of rooms leading off it. Gak heads towards a set of double doors, and opens them

CEO_KVort says:
::follows::
CO_Q`tor says:
::Stands at the open doors and looks in::
DaiMon_Berk says:
::sits within his gloriously-decorated office, behind the double doors, admiring a couple of statues he's just purchased::
OPS_Horn says:
::Follows from the rear, well behind the CSO::
DaiMon_Berk says:
::motions to an Orion slave girl standing to one side to scratch his left lobe::
DaiMon_Berk says:
All: Ah, my passengers are here. Come in, come in!

ACTION: Two more Orion slave girls move some large padded chairs into position on the opposite side of Berk's desk

CO_Q`tor says:
::Enters the room and looks around at the gaudy furnishings trying not to show his distaste::
CO_Q`tor says:
Berk: You are Daimon of this vessel?
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: stands near the door ready to fight ::
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Stands silently, his back against the wall.::
DaiMon_Berk says:
All: I must apologise for the attire on the girls.. a number of my business acquaintances have refused to deal with me unless they are clothed.
DaiMon_Berk says:
CO: Yes, I am. And you are the wanted criminal, former Captain Q'tor of the I.K.S. QIb?
CSO_Stelakh says:
::Arches a brow.::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: growls ::
CEO_KVort says:
::stands silent guaking the slave girls::
CO_Q`tor says:
Berk: I am CAPTAIN Q'tor of the House of Qaveq
OPS_Horn says:
::Stands in a ready position::
DaiMon_Berk says:
CO: My apologies, Captain. However, I'm sure none of that will matter once you are in Federation custody.
DaiMon_Berk says:
::looks around the assembled QIbbers with a sneer::
CEO_KVort says:
::growls::
CO_Q`tor says:
Berk: What crime am I supposedly wanted for?
DaiMon_Berk says:
OPS: You would be the one who was behind the communications to the aliens who took apart the Federation task force, no?
CEO_KVort says:
::takes out a piece of latinum he has been hiding::
DaiMon_Berk says:
CTO: And you the mastermind behind the attack?
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: folds her hands behind her back, grasping the handle of her taj in her hand ::
DaiMon_Berk says:
CSO: And you.. yes, the Vulcan who engineered the alliance with them in the first place.
CO_Q`tor says:
Berk: What are you talking about?
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: scoffs at the Ferengi liar ::
CSO_Stelakh says:
Berk:  Your information is inaccurate in the extreme, DaiMon.
DaiMon_Berk says:
CEO: And the one who disabled the Federation comms relays, so they couldn't call for assistance?
OPS_Horn says:
::Is confused::
DaiMon_Berk says:
CSO: It is? How strange, that's not what Admiral Valoss said on the warrant... 
CEO_KVort says:
Berk:You will die like the pe'taH you are for that.That is untrue.
CO_Q`tor says:
Berk: What warrant?
OPS_Horn says:
DaiMon: What in the Blue hell are you talking about?
CSO_Stelakh says:
Berk:  I wish to see this warrant.
DaiMon_Berk says:
::turns around, as an oak bookcase slides aside to reveal a viewscreen::
DaiMon_Berk says:
All: I suggest you take it up with the Admiral once he gets here.
CEO_KVort says:
Berk: I will give you one piece of latinum for bigger quarters.
CO_Q`tor says:
::turns to Stelakh and whispers:: CSO: Are you familiar with this Admiral Valoss?

ACTION: The viewscreen reveals a Galaxy-class vessel, accompanied by three Defiants

CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: stands ready to slice the neck of the Ferengi infidel ::
CEO_KVort says:
::takes out his mek'leth::
CO_Q`tor says:
CEO: K'vort! I will not tell you again to stand down!
CSO_Stelakh says:
CO:  I am not, Captain.  However, if there is a warrant, as DaiMon Berk suggests, perhaps it would be best to surrender ourselves into Federation custody, where we may defend ourselves against these charges.

ACTION: The viewscreen changes to an Andorian in an Admiral's outfit

CEO_KVort says:
::puts it back in its place::
CO_Q`tor says:
CSO: At least it will get us off of this..... ::looks around disgustedly:: ...vessel.
CSO_Stelakh says:
CO:  Indeed.
CO_Q`tor says:
Berk: So you are telling me that you agreed to take us to Federation space.... for what... a bounty?
DaiMon_Berk says:
CO: You expected otherwise?
CEO_KVort says:
CO: I have latinum I carry around we can buy us a ship.I don't like where this is going.
CO_Q`tor says:
Berk: As I am not aware of any charges that have been made against us, yes.
Valoss says:
COMM: Berk: You have done well, DaiMon. Prepare to lower shields so I may beam the prisoners aboard my vessel
CO_Q`tor says:
COMM: Valoss: Admiral Valoss, this is Captain Q'tor. Are my crew and I being charged with a crime?
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: Moves up to stand behind her Captain before they dematerialize ::
Valoss says:
COMM: Q'tor: You know what you did. An entire Federation task force was destroyed because of you traitors.
OPS_Horn says:
CO: What are they talking about?
Valoss says:
COMM: Berk: Lower shields, now.
CO_Q`tor says:
COMM: Valoss: No Admiral I do not know what we did, other than follow our orders.
CEO_KVort says:
::wants to kill  the Admiral::

ACTION: The entire ship shudders, as the viewscreen switches back to a view of the incoming Federation vessels

CEO_KVort says:
CO: Maybe they are behind this.
DaiMon_Berk says:
*Bridge* Have we been paid? You've checked? Good. Lower shields for transport!

ACTION: A strange wormhole-like effect appears off to one side

ACTION: A.. something.. apparently a floating scrapyard of ships, floats through the opening

DaiMon_Berk says:
All: What the?
CO_Q`tor says:
Berk: If I find out....... ::stops in mid sentence and looks back at the viewscreen::
Bridge_Officer says:
@*Berk* Shields are down.. what's that vessel? 
CO_Q`tor says:
Self: Quyvatlh!
Chalmers says:
% We don't have anything else on the planet?  Just one?  Beam it up, and let's see what the Ferengi have got in their holds, John.  Be quick about it.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: jumps infront of Q'tor ::
John says:
% Jacob, the Ferengi have them, and their shields are down.
Gak says:
::picks Q'tor's pocket from behind, and scampers off::
CEO_KVort says:
::hits Gak::
Chalmers says:
% John:  ::Looks at the Ferengi ship on the viewscreen.::  Get them, now.  I want all non-ferengi humanoids in our receiving bay in the next ten seconds.
Gak says:
::falls flat on his face as the CEO thumps him from behind::
CEO_KVort says:
::grabs the CO's stuff::
CO_Q`tor says:
::Looks around at the different vessels completely confused:: ALL: What is going on?

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