Transcript: USS Quirinus NCC 83942
SD: 10303.10
Episode Four: The Devil They Knew

Summary: The Quirinus crew continues to investigate the mysterious ghost being who is "haunting" the ship. Already, one has died ... and fights have broken out amongst the crew. Distrust is in the air, but clues have arisen which may save the ship and many others.
Host SM_Selan says:
=/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= Resume Mission =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\=
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::on bridge, he stands looking at the view screen, his hands clasped behind his back::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::On the bridge, thinking about what to say to the captain::
Host SO_Ens_Sheridan says:
::at science two looking over the readings and sighing::
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::on the bridge at the Operations station::
CNS_Ens_Jarvin says:
::On the way to the Brig to finish questioning the EO's::
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
:: at Science One on the bridge, working to isolate the energy spike that may -- or may not -- be the entity ::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CSO: Mr. Kraight, any report on the psionic spikes? Can we track this thing in any way shape or form?
MO_Ensign_Munro says:
::Walking down a corridor::
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
XO: Still working on that, sir.
SO_Ens_Sheridan says:
CSO: Sir, I can't seem to isolate that energy spike.
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::laid back in office reading reports ship wide from strange occurrences::
CNS_Ens_Jarvin says:
::enters the Brig:: Hello gentlemen ::rubs jaw:: Now that you can’t get at each other shall we talk in a civilized manner?
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
SO: Try Fourier transform meta-analysis on the second-level harmonics.
Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: The personnel sitting in the brig look disheveled, tired, and uncertain. But they nod at the CNS.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he closes his eyes and reaches out with his mind, searching for any trace of the psionic reading::
SO_Ens_Sheridan says:
::looks at the CSO:: CSO: Sir, I'm not familiar with that particular method.
Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: The CTO suddenly hears a familiar voice from behind him, "Lazing about as always, eh, son? You should be out there ... doing the dirty work, getting to the bottom of this. Instead you're sitting here, waiting for things to get to you."
Host SM_Selan says:
<Tomas Telarus> ::Leaning against a wall behind the CTO::
MO_Ensign_Munro says:
::Enters sickbay::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::resigned, sits in his chair::
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
C: Computer: Correlate internal sensor readings from the past hour. Cross-reference with historical data regarding encounters with non corporeal entities. Query: is the energy spike detected at 2410.4 KeV consistent with such an entity?
Host SM_Selan says:
<Computer> CSO: Processing.
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::turns around:: Tomas Telarus: Whoever or Whomever you are you are not my father, but yet you only look and sound like him because you know what I am thinking
Host SM_Selan says:
<Tomas Telarus> CTO: What sort of son are you to question me like that? Is this what Starfleet's done to you ... made you arrogant and all knowing?
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
:: working away diligently::
MO_Ensign_Munro says:
:: Gingerly picks up a data pad then as she watches softly sits into the cozy chair in the office::
Host SM_Selan says:
<Computer> CSO: Energy spike does not correlate with any known non-corporeal entities.
SO_Ens_Sheridan says:
:: checks the method the CSO suggested from the data banks and tries it out::
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
Tomas Telarus: Let me show you then that I am right. ::turns around to the computer and engages communication channel to Earth::
CNS_Ens_Jarvin says:
Mr. Martin shall I start with you, who came and told you Mr. Liftit, was playing with your simulation?
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
:: walks over to science two, looks over Sheridan's shoulder :: SO: That's it. You've found the correct references. You'll have no trouble applying it, I am sure.
SO_Ens_Sheridan says:
CSO: Sir this looks very complicated.
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::is busily reviewed all the reports coming in::
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
Computer: Engage communication to Earth, Telarus residence, clearance Telarus 11 Alpha
Host SM_Selan says:
<Computer> CTO: Subspace communications temporarily hampered by ion storm, sector 3-A alpha., attempting to re-route.
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
XO:  I'm getting lots of strange reports from all over the ship.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
:: nods :: SO: I know... it's some fairly advanced stuff. Just take a deep breath, put other concerns -- including any you have about impressing me :: smiles :: -- and go to work. I am quite sure you can handle this, Ensign.
Host SM_Selan says:
<Tomas Telarus> CTO: Look at you ... wasting your time to make yourself seem big. You'll always be small at this rate ... you can't even get the job done.
MO_Ensign_Munro says:
::lightly her eyes glide across the information and then stop seeming to stare for minutes before pushing herself forward and walking to a table where several small tests sit::
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
Computer: Reroute through local Starbase and communication stations around the storm
SO_Ens_Sheridan says:
::whispers to the CSO:CSO: I'd much rather fly the ship. ::smiles sweetly::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::in his mind's eye, he focuses outward seeking center...::
Host SM_Selan says:
<Computer> CTO: Unable to re-route. Please try again later.
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
Tomas Telarus: See here is the problem I see, my father was always proud of me and never no matter what the mistake I did he never shot me down on anything
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
SO: There are days when I would much rather be down in my lab, tinkering with a positronic matrix. But at the moment, we have other duties. have at it, Ensign.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
:: returns to Science One ::
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
CO/XO:  All over the ship reports of meeting long lost loved ones are coming in, even a few about pets.
SO_Ens_Sheridan says:
CSO: Yes sir, I understand. ::looks back down at her console::
Host SM_Selan says:
<Tomas Telarus> CTO: Yes, but by telling you what I wanted you to hear, it got you out there so you could make your big mistakes, and make your big falls.
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::looks over yet another baffling report::
Host SM_Selan says:
<Tomas Telarus> CTO: You're already well on your way. Wasting you’re time fretting about girls and proving ghosts wrong ... what sort of man are you? You can't even defend this slip of a starship!
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::watches the captain:: CSO: Mr. Kraight. Tell me some good news. ::turns to face OPS: All over the ship? ::rhetorical question::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::Quietly without moving:: Cherry: Inform them that it is the entity and not to be fooled.
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
XO:  Yes Sir.  It's very odd.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
C: Computer: Extrapolate from known data. Disregarding the specific frequency and power level, is the spike *consistent* with the general pattern of energy signatures produced by non corporeal entities?
Host SM_Selan says:
<Martin> CNS: Ensign Shelmut, sir.
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
Tomas Telarus: It's a shame that you couldn't be with me on the Comanche that was my best tour until now, now I have managed to go above and beyond and start a life with a nice girl and starting to excel in my career
Host SM_Selan says:
<Computer> CSO: Processing.
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::hopes none of her weird dead relatives show up::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
OPS: I have a more concrete suggestion. I'd rather the crew Not engage the creature - for all we know it strengthens it
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
XO:  You mean put out a ship wide order for everyone to ignore the inexplicable?
Host SM_Selan says:
<Tomas Telarus> CTO: The Comanche ... the Comanche ... yes ... ::Suddenly transforms into an even prouder looking man, with gentle eyes and silver hair::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::still without moving:: Pangborn: A most logical suggestion.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
*MO*: Kraight to Munro.
CNS_Ens_Jarvin says:
Mr. Martin ok that is what I need to know, it was the entity, next time you may want to consider that when you make rash judgments.
Host SM_Selan says:
<Captain John Sea> ::Walks toward the CTO:: CTO: And what made you leave us there, eh?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Captain, what do you think of the possibility that the creature may feed off our mental energy? OPS: Yes, to be blunt. And contact medical and see if there’s any medical component to this.
Host SM_Selan says:
<Martin> CNS: But what entity is this? I mean, for all you know, Shelmut was telling the truth! Y'know, before he went ... and ... ::Doesn't even want to finish the sentence::
MO_Ensign_Munro says:
*Kraight*: Here sir.
CNS_Ens_Jarvin says:
*XO* I suggest we let Mr. Martin return to duty, and a note be made on his record of bad judgment in time of emergency
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
*ship wide*:  All crew are ordered to refrain from engaging in conversation or other interaction with anyone who shouldn't be on this ship.  This includes friends, relatives, pets, etc, living or dead who are not supposed to be on the ship.
Host SM_Selan says:
<Dustin Maverick> ::Suddenly standing behind the CO & XO:: XO: Feed off your mental energy? ::Laughs heartily:: Oh, that's a good one. No, I'm not really interested in feeding off you people ...
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
Captain John Sea: How are you sir? I left due to orders sir
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: It seeks something...food, entertainment, its action are of its nature.  If we can understand what it is doing and why, then we can control it.  For now we refuse to play its game.
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
Captain John Sea: By the way how is the Comanche crew?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he ignores Maverick::
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
*MO*: Doctor... the Captain has charged us with the task of finding a way to combat this entity. It may follow the pattern of others of its kind, feeding off the energy of specific emotions -- in this case, I believe, it feeds off despair.
Host SM_Selan says:
<Captain John Sea> ::Shakes his head, hands clasped behind his back in a familiar position:: CTO: Orders. Not even an excuse. We chart our own courses out there in the seas of space, Mr. Telarus...
SO_Ens_Sheridan says:
::smiles at the results of the readings:: CSO: There seems to be a residue of micro cellular particles resembling the decayed bacterial emissions from a plasma organism from Cestus II. If this non corporeal entity is plasma based, then perhaps there is some evidence.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*CNS*: Councilor, we're also issuing a blanket order for the crew to ignore any people they meet that are not currently stationed here:: knows how odd that sounds:: It's tough to explain.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
*MO*: What is the most powerful psychoactive medication we have in stock that would lighten the mood of the crew without rendering them giddy and incompetent?
Host SM_Selan says:
<Captain John Sea> CTO: I believe it's called the Don Johnson now, son, haven't you bothered to keep up? Or do you really care that little for those you serve with not to bother?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::looks at the creature::
MO_Ensign_Munro says:
*Kraight*: Where shall I meet you?
CNS_Ens_Jarvin says:
Mr. Martin it was no Shelmut, but forget this for now, just next time, get a senior officer to handle any conflicts, understood?
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
Captain John Sea: Sorry sir it was a test sir I am uncertain of what is going on here we have a non corporeal entity on the loose here
Host SM_Selan says:
<Dustin Maverick> ::Steps up:: CO: Oh, come now Sulek, ol' buddy! Relax ... remember that time on Nesrun? You seemed to enjoy yourself immensely then. Can't you do the same now?
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
*MO*: Come to the bridge, Doctor. We'll need to discuss this with the Captain.
Host SM_Selan says:
<Captain John Sea> CTO: So I've heard. And what are you going to do to stop it?
CNS_Ens_Jarvin says:
*XO* Sir, Mr. Martin may return him to duty?
Host SM_Selan says:
<Martin> CNS: Aye, sir.
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
Captain John Sea: If you don't mind sir I am going to have perform my duties as Chief Tactical Officer and make sure that you are actually aboard
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he opens his eyes and turns to meet the gaze of the XO:: Pangborn: Logic and discipline, Commander.  There is nothing but what we give it.
Host SM_Selan says:
<Captain John Sea> ::Smiles:: CTO: And you'll find that I'm not, of course. But just because I'm not me doesn't mean that I'm not me.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
SO: That's an interesting find, Ensign. Scan the ship and pinpoint the location of all such residues.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Captain I'm having difficulty controlling my energy - I'm trying to channel it away from the beast. I - I -I Can't ignore it.
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
Computer: Run internal scan and verify one Sea, John aboard the ship
MO_Ensign_Munro says:
*Kraight*: I would have to say contoplozine.
Host SM_Selan says:
<Computer> CTO: Sea, John Ambassador. Is currently not onboard the Quirinus.
SO_Ens_Sheridan says:
CSO: On it sir. ::begins to scan the ship deck by deck::
Host SM_Selan says:
<Dustin Maverick> ::Smirks at Sulek, and suddenly transforms into an exact duplicate of the XO ... ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: Acknowledge only that it is there, not what it is.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: It's so real ::quietly lost in thought::
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
Captain John Sea: Sir then May I ask why you are in a Captain's uniform and not in your Ambassador's uniform
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::struggles to focus on reality::
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
*MO*: Excellent suggestion, Doctor. Please bring some to the bridge, but administer it to no one until we've talked it over with the Captain.
Host SM_Selan says:
<Captain John Sea> CTO: Let's just say I like living in the past.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he looks at the second XO:: Pangborn Duplicate: There is no truth in deception.  You deceive by your physical form, therefore, no truth.
CNS_Ens_Jarvin says:
*XO* Please Respond Commander
Host SM_Selan says:
<Pangborn> ::Walks up to the XO, and suddenly the "false XO's" eyes begin to bleed ... just like that time many months ago ...:: XO: Tell me, Ben, when you tried to kill MacTavish and the others ... the Listeners ... did you realize then just how dangerous you are to this crew?
SO_Ens_Sheridan says:
CSO: Sir, all scans are negative.
Host SM_Selan says:
<Pangborn> ::Holds a finger up to the CO as to indicate him to silence himself::
MO_Ensign_Munro says:
*Kraight*: Understood sir. ::Moves to the tricorder and grabs it then to the storage area to the left and picks up one hypo spray worth of the stuff then off to the bridge::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::slurred speech:: Sulek:: I am here.......::wrestles with the schism:: These are lies............
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
Captain John Sea: Well sir assuming for the moment that you are the entity and the fact that the Computer can't pick up your bio's anywhere around or in the ship then I have to assume as much and knowing Ambassador Sea very well from serving with him I know that he would never impersonate an officer and that is what you are doing
CNS_Ens_Jarvin says:
*CO* Captain, is the commander ok? He is not responding to Communications?
Host SM_Selan says:
<Captain John Sea> ::Turns and looks at the CTO:: CTO: Your arrogance is going to be the death of this crew, and more specifically, your new girlfriend. Love her while you can. Love her as hard as you can. ::Vanishes::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::out of breath and drooling a little, points at himself:: You...are...not ...real.....I.....am....not dangerous...........
MO_Ensign_Munro says:
::Runs down the corridors and onto a turbo lift::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: Deception, cloaked in any form...what he says is not true.  You did not kill. You chose not to.  Choose the reality of now, not what has been.
SO_Ens_Sheridan says:
::tries changing the sensor parameters and rescans::
Host SM_Selan says:
<Pangborn> XO: You are beyond dangerous ... any moment you can *pop* and take out some innocent bystander ... don't you remember? Don't you remember the cold metal of the phaser in your hands as you took aim at your fellow officers? You're no better than the Borg ... those Girls of Mercy ... you're a murderer. Embrace the reality.
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::has decided to believe this isn't really happening::
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
*CO*: Sir this is Telarus, I have just been visited by my "father" and "Captain Sea" which should have been "Ambassador Sea" but I think the entity screwed up
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::works happily away at her console::
CNS_Ens_Jarvin says:
Officer on Duty: Release Mr. Martin, Martin: Return to duty, but don’t let this happen again
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Telarus* Understood.  Do not engage it further.
CNS_Ens_Jarvin says:
Mr. Leftit I will be back in a short while
Host SM_Selan says:
<Martin> CNS: Aye, sir.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
:::falling over, slurred speech and drooling as the mental effect of seeing his double takes hold:: Pangborn: No! You tell lies! ::panicking::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Captain.......I......I.....I......am slipping from this world
CNS_Ens_Jarvin says:
::Runs to turbo lift:: Computer: Bridge
Host SM_Selan says:
<Computer> CSO: No. Energy signature detected is not consistent with any known non-corporeal entities. Note, re: Astral Projection.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he crosses to the second XO:: Pangborn Duplicate: Your truth seems to be flawed.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: C-c-c-captain...you cannot kill it....the enemy.....the enemy is us..........
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
*CNS*:  Ummm... could you perhaps come to the bridge?  And I need you quickly.
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
*CO*: I may have an idea and it tried to ask me what it was, it needs Intel from us, luckily he didn't get a peep
MO_Ensign_Munro says:
::Starts down a corridor then turns to a door that is the CTO's office and hits the panel on the side requesting entry::
CNS_Ens_Jarvin says:
Comes on to Bridge to see two Pangborn’s:: whisper CSO: is the subspace spike here?
Host SM_Selan says:
<Pangborn> ::Turns on his heel and looks straight into the CO's face:: CO: You are flawed. You try to beat me with logic in hopes that you can outwit me and force your lies to your First Officer. But all you do is confuse the poor boy and that's enough to drive anyone mad. Did you ever consider that people don't give a damn about your logic?
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::goes back to enjoying her denial::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he reaches over to the XO and puts his hand on his shoulder:: Commander: See it for what it is.  Not you but what it would have you be.
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::give permission to enter once the chime is heard::
Host SM_Selan says:
<Pangborn> ::Looks back at the XO:: XO: Well said ... the "enemy is you." I'm only saying what you all aren't willing to.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: You are all....fading from view....as if I am neither her nor there.....
MO_Ensign_Munro says:
::Enters looking around then to the CTO::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CSO: Mr. Kraight. Scan me.....am I....here
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::recalls all the fun she used to have at the beach with her girlfriends::
SO_Ens_Sheridan says:
::sees Pangborn and wonders who is the real XO but doesn't say anything::
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
MO: Harriet come over here sit next to me
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
:: taps comm. badge :: Ship wide: This is Science Officer Kraight, Medical team to the bridge, on the double.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he grabs the XO and forces him face him:: Pangborn: See me.
Host SM_Selan says:
<Pangborn> CO: How about you stop being the typical stubborn Starfleet officers and ignore your cowardice and "don't believe the alien" regulations. How about you stand up, take a chance, accept your faults as I lay them out on a silver platter and deal  with them for once.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
:: grabs tricorder ::
Host SM_Selan says:
<Pangborn> ::Transforms into CMO Morgan::
Host SM_Selan says:
<Morgan> ALL: After all, I'm only here to help ... mother's milk and all.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
:: steps down to command level, next to the real Pangborn , scans with tricorder ::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::sweating like a pig:: Sulek: No! :: Pushes him away:: I am not of this reality!
MO_Ensign_Munro says:
::Walks over to the CTO Then sit gingerly beside him::
CNS_Ens_Jarvin says:
XO: Commander, focus, deep breaths, this thing wants to distract you, focus on your job.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: I am reality.  It is an image.  A child's drawing, poorly colored.
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::leans over and kisses Harriet::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::Hangs onto the XO, keeping him face to face::
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
XO: Commander, look at the readings :: shows tricorder screen :: You are as real as I am. Close your eyes, Commander, and repeat to yourself: I am Benjamin Pangborn. I am unique. No one else can be me, or can know what it is to be me.
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
MO: So how are you?
SO_Ens_Sheridan says:
::moves over to the counselor and Pangborn ::CNS: May I help in some way?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CNS: Don't you understand? I am almost not here. I could almost let myself slip away.....Keeeeeppp meeememeeme heeeeerrrrrrreeeee
Host SM_Selan says:
<Morgan> ::Smiles sweetly and kneels before the XO:: XO: The poor pointy eared fellow can't seem to get a grasp on what's happening ... for a Vulcan, he seems to be very frightened ... ::Looks at Sulek:: He can't seem to face what's going on. But you do, Ben, oh yes, you do. You see what's happening here, and that makes you stronger...
MO_Ensign_Munro says:
CTO: ::Smiles:: I'm fine, and you?
Host SM_Selan says:
<Morgan> XO: So much stronger than the rest of them.
SO_Ens_Sheridan says:
::looks at Pangborn:: XO: Do you know who I am?
CNS_Ens_Jarvin says:
:gets hypo from emergency medical kit, sprays Pangborn, with a sedative::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::falls and grabs Sulek's ankle and reaches to him with his mind:: Sulek: Captain.....I am here.....I am fighting
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
MO: Good
CNS_Ens_Jarvin says:
CO: Sir, I am temporarily reliving Him of Duty
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
:: catches Pangborn on the way down ::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: I am in a trap...it's growing stronger
Host SM_Selan says:
<Tyani Niri> ::Sitting on the conn. across from the OPS console:: OPS: My goodness dear, you look so tired ... maybe you should go rest ...
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::looks over at the computer display:: MO: They are calling for a medic on a ship wide alert on the Bridge, I'd better go with you it could be trouble on the Bridge
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
XO: Commander... you are Ben Pangborn, XO of the Quirinus. No one can replace you as you.
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::looks up and decides not to acknowledge what her eyes and ears are telling her::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks at the entity:: Morgan: Is that all you can do...attempt to insult me.  You really are what would be thought of my more emotional people as pathetic.
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::returns to daydreaming of happier times::
MO_Ensign_Munro says:
::Nods getting up then walking to the door::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::covered in sweat:: I am....B-Ben.....Pangborn
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::follows out the door with Harriet::
Host SM_Selan says:
<Morgan> ::Stands and transforms into Raythan::
CNS_Ens_Jarvin says:
OPS: get a med team to take the Xo to sickbay ::gives XO another hypo::
SO_Ens_Sheridan says:
::sees she is of no use here and heads back to her console::
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
XO:  :: nods :: Yes, you are. No one, no *thing* can take that from you.
MO_Ensign_Munro says:
::Walks over to the turbo lift and enters turning around::
Host SM_Selan says:
<Raythan> CO: Pathetic, me? Wow, Captain, you are really going for the deep hurt here ... seriously, I'm about to cry.
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
MO: I just remembered that I have to go to Engineering, I have an idea and I have a feeling that this entity is not everywhere at once so if he or she is on the Bridge you can keep them distracted along with the rest of the Bridge crew
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he feels the XO's mind struggling to reach him.  He places his hand at the sides of his temple and...::
Host SM_Selan says:
<Tyani Niri> OPS: Dear ... dear ... can't you hear me? Can't you hear your dear mother ... oh ... oh ... I am so lost...
MO_Ensign_Munro says:
CTO: Understood sir. ::Smiles::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Raythan: Sarcasm is unbecoming of one who shows the truth.
CNS_Ens_Jarvin says:
turns to the Raythan:: Scan's the creature probing its thoughts
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
:: looks up :: SO: Ensign... prepare to set up a dampening field. Compute parameters to suppress the plasma signature you found.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CNS: That thing…that thing that thinks it's me....it is a deception ::grabs him by the collar::: Don't you know it always ourselves we're fighting. Don't you see what this is about ::falls into Sulek’s Meld::
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::never liked her mother much anyway::
MO_Ensign_Munro says:
::Doors to the turbo lift close and I begin my way up::
SO_Ens_Sheridan says:
CSO: Yes sir, one dampening field coming up.
Host SM_Selan says:
<Tyani Niri> ::Smiles:: OPS: Fine, deary, be that way. ::Vanishes::
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
:: hums a happy tune::
MO_Ensign_Munro says:
:: Enters onto the bridge::
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
:: stands, steps over to face the entity that pretends to be Raythan, scans it ::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
:: hears a gentle hum, on the verge of unconsciousness::
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
:: jumps into the TL:: TL: Engineering
SO_Ens_Sheridan says:
:: calculates the parameters and inputs the data::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he holds the XO's mind and builds a shield around it giving him his will to see the truth of the situation::
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::repeats her ship wide communication about ignoring manifestations::
Host SM_Selan says:
<Raythan> CO: One can be sarcastic and still not lie, dear Captain. But one who hides his emotions as you do wouldn't understand that, would he?
SO_Ens_Sheridan says:
Self: Ok now, plasma suppression should take......hm, that should do it.
CNS_Ens_Jarvin says:
::Turns to Mo:: MO: ::points to Pangborn:: He needs your help, scan him make sure nothing is wrong.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
Raythan: You are not Raythan, or any of the others you pretend to be. You are a thing. You can and will be defeated.
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
CO/XO:  I'm no longer getting reports of further encounters.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
MO: See to XO Pangborn, please.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he sees it,  the demons, the blood shed, and he struggles with his own shields...the images are horrendous::
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::doubts they are paying attention at the moment::
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::arrives in Main Engineering:: Computer: Relinquish control of Engineering to me, Authorization Telarus 11 Alpha, computer use my command code only and do not request for verification. It is possible that these actions maybe intercepted by the enemy and will make the situation worse
Host SM_Selan says:
<Raythan> CSO: Is that a fact? Can you defeat a gust of wind ... a tidal wave ... the heat from the sun? No ... you can't. You can only hamper it, and that only works for so long ...
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
SO: Activate the field, deck one!
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::repeats herself::  CO/XO:  Sirs.... no more manifestations on the ship, just here.
MO_Ensign_Munro says:
CNS: Yes sir. ::Walks to the Pangborn and begins the scanning::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::it is dark...the darkness goes on forever...everywhere there is madness...he struggles to hold on::
SO_Ens_Sheridan says:
CSO: Sir, I have the data ready for initiation. Dampening field should be online now.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::In his mind, hovering on consciousness:: Sulek: Captain, so not let it deceive you as it deceived me. It is strong but I will overcome it. I know  who I am and who I am not.
SO_Ens_Sheridan says:
CSO: Field enabled, deck one.
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::begins to access terminal to begin some modifications::
CNS_Ens_Jarvin says:
::walks over to CSO:: What frequency is that psionic signature on?
Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: Suddenly, Raythan begins to fall apart right before their eyes ... "What ... what are you doing ... no ... you can only hamper me ... you c--" Vanishes in a burst of light.
Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: There is silence as the Ghost Being seemingly disappears.
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
CSO/SO:  That seemed to work.
CNS_Ens_Jarvin says:
CSO: never mind
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::smiles and goes back to her work as if nothing weird just happened::
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
:; grim smile :: OPS: Indeed it did.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
~Pangborn~ We are one voice...we can overcome...
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::jarred himself awake:: Sulek: Captain?
SO_Ens_Sheridan says:
::smiles at OPS:: OPS: Keep your fingers crossed and anything else you can.
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::secures channel:: *CO*: Captain is the entity around you at this moment?
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
SO: Ensign... initiate dampening field on all decks, immediately.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he breaks the meld and opens his eyes:: Pangborn: there is something here...the images remain quite strong.
SO_Ens_Sheridan says:
CSO: Dampening fields initiated, all decks.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Telarus* It has seemed to left us for the moment.
CNS_Ens_Jarvin says:
CO: sir something here, in Pangborn?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::Gets up:: Sulek: Well that certainly was. ::coughs:: Enlightening ::tries not to be embarrassed on front of the Vulcan::
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
SO: Thank you, Ensign.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: There were those worshipping...something...a demonic god...no gods...death...destruction...it is somehow familiar...
SO_Ens_Sheridan says:
::taps the console and then checks the field integrity:: CSO: Sir, the fields worked! The psionic energy field is gone from the Quirinus.
MO_Ensign_Munro says:
::Gets up:: ::Gets up and stops scanning.::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
SO: Yeah. Uh, good job there on those dampening fields. It seems to be working
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Jarvin: No...the images poured into his mind by the entity.
SO_Ens_Sheridan says:
::smiles at Pangborn::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::somewhat shaken, he sits in his chair::
CNS_Ens_Jarvin says:
CO: I see sir.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: I do think it feeds off us. Or it did me. ::sits and grips the armrest:: I'm not certain what happened
CNS_Ens_Jarvin says:
CSO: Did this field destroy the creature, or only protect this ship?
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
*CO*: Sir I am making some modifications that might help us completely eliminate the entity, whomever they are or whatever it is it can come back at anytime
SO_Ens_Sheridan says:
CSO: Shall I keep the fields up for now?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Telarus* Understood.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
CNS: Unknown at present, Counselor.  SO: By all means, Ensign. Ask Engineering to divert whatever power may be required.
SO_Ens_Sheridan says:
::nods:: CSO: Yes sir.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
CO: Are you all right, Sir?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Momentarily drained.  I will need to deal with the images in meditation.
SO_Ens_Sheridan says:
*Engineering*: Bridge to engineering. We need to keep the dampening fields up throughout the ship indefinitely. Please arrange to divert all necessary power to them until further notice, Bridge out.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
CO: Yes, sir. I believe that the dampening field has at least driven the entity off, if not destroyed it.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: What did you see ::dead serious::
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
CO:  There is a priority communication from Starfleet Command for you Sir.  Captain's eyes only.  Shall I put it through to your ready room?
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
*SO*: This is Engineering, understood Ensign
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
:: diverts energy to dampening field and engages one throughout the Engineering section::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: What if there is another demon...a killer...like the Ancient Assassin we encountered...if one was awakened then why not another.  We could be dealing with a long dormant species.
CNS_Ens_Jarvin says:
CO: Might I suggest dropping the field around a certain area to see if the entity comes back, I will volunteer to be there.
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
*CO*: Captain I have made a couple of modifications to the shield array and deflector dish assembly, I believe that we could expel the entity
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
CNS: I advise against that. If the creature has survived, it could well be enraged by our actions.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: The images were of death, destruction, laughter, screams...I got the feeling that they were very old.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: I shudder to think of what an entire colony of these things could do
CNS_Ens_Jarvin says:
CO: Then we would know if this works  to "expel" the entity in the CTO's words
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Telarus* Let us hope so.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
CO: Captain, I believe we can arrange to protect the ship until we are well out of this region of space.
CNS_Ens_Jarvin says:
CSO: We, must know, or else it will simply move on to another crew
CNS_Ens_Jarvin says:
CO/CSO: What if it is not contained to his region?
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
CNS: We can arrange to transmit our readings, and the parameters of the dampening field, to other ships in Starfleet.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Find out how many other gods were worshipped besides the assassin.  Cherry: I will take the message in my Ready Room.  ::Stands unsteadily:: Pangborn: You have the con.  ::Crosses to his ready room and enters::
OPS_Ens_Cherry says:
::routes the transmission to the ready room::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::Stands as the captain leaves::
Host Grey says:
::Sitting in the CO's RR chair:: CO: Before you say anything, just know that you are the only one who can see me ... ::Smiles::
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
:: looks puzzled :: CO: Yes, sir.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Grey: And you are the entity?
Host Grey says:
CO: Expel me? Ha. Not a chance. I'll let them think that for now, so we can talk personally ... this isn't over. Your crew proved to be a tad difficult, but that just means that next time I come at you with something bigger and badder.
MO_Ensign_Munro says:
::Walks back to sickbay::
Host Grey says:
CO: I am the Everything. I'm those you've forgotten. I'm those you've never gotten the chance to know. I'm going to take your world and turn it upside down.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
:: returns to upper level and Science One ::
Host Grey says:
CO: You can't keep me out. You can't hide from me. You can't kill me.
CNS_Ens_Jarvin says:
CSO: I don’t like it. I don’t think we can know, it may still come back.  What frequency is this psionic signature or what ever on?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Grey: We have moved past your worshippers of old.  Your species must find a new place to hunt.
CTO_LtJG_Telarus says:
*CO*: I will communicate step by step sir, Engaging modified shielding system at user defined frequency, Polarizing hull plating, and engaging modified EM field from Deflector Dish
SO_Ens_Sheridan says:
:: monitors the field and power levels::
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
C: Computer: Search Quirinus logs for all references to 'Ancient Assassin'. Download log digests to my PADD.
Host Grey says:
::Stands up, and steps through the CO's desk:: CO: The fact you call me a species just shows how little you know. When I'm done with you and your crew there won't be much left to fill a pot hole.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::raises an eyebrow:: Grey: The fact that you seem to feel the need to threaten us, would indicate otherwise.
CSO_LtJG_Kraight says:
:: walks over to Science Two, puts his hand on Sheridan's shoulder :: SO: That was excellent work, Ensign. I have no doubt that you have saved several lives today.
Host Grey says:
CO: And here's the kicker ... me, mine, and those you fear? My "species" or whatever you'd like to call us? You created us ... all the suffering I cause ... it's because of you and yours. I'm only here because of you.
Host Grey says:
CO: Get ready for one hell of a ride, Captain.
Host Grey says:
CO: Be seeing you. ::Grins, and vanishes::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Grey: We will be ready.
Host Grey says:
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Host Grey says:
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