Star Trek: A Call To Duty
U.S.S. Quirinus

Teaching Children About Fractals
Three

Arc Title: Teaching Children About Fractals
Episode: Three
Mission Number: 267
Creator: Michael Jones
Ship Manager: Michael Jones
Stardate: 10403.01

Previously …

Things are not presently going so well for the Quirinus crew. 

If being thrown from the comfort of the paradise land of the Ew into the frigid world of the Q’Ether wasn’t enough, now one of their own is in serious danger because of her species’ ability to “help others.” 

With Lieutenant JG Morgan growing sicker by the moment, the crew has been thrust into action. Commander Pangborn, Lt. Cmdr. Kraight and Ensign Munro have whisked Lt. Jg. Morgan to safety on the edge of the Q’Ether town while the rest of the crew are being held temporarily by T’Gaiver as the Q’Ether try to figure out what exactly is going on, and what Morgan’s presence means to them.

Meanwhile, Lt. Jg. Cherry, good friend of Morgan’s, has gone on a seeming rampage, frightening several Q’Ether families out of their homes. She has been driven into hiding by a Q’Ether response. In addition to this, Captain Sulek was nearly killed when someone planted a plant known as “Dark Malice” in him, resulting in a violent reaction by one of the radiant Q’Ether. 

The mystery surrounding Morgan’s “transition,” and the Q’Ether continues …

Dramatis Personae 

Mitch Travis is Captain Sulek – Commanding Officer of the Quirinus, the Vulcan / Deltan Sulek has been a member of the ship since its launch. Rising through the ranks onboard, he has come to find that his destiny is intertwined with that of his vessel’s, passing up offers of promotion time and again. Seemingly always logical and reserved, Sulek does indeed care for all of his crew.

Keith LaHue is Commander Ben Pangborn – Executive Officer of the Quirinus, the Human Pangborn has been through a lot in the last year or so. He recently came to discover that the Trickster, the being he destroyed to save his crew and the Universe has now been bonded to his mind. Ensnared there in some sort of horrific purgatory (for the Trickster, not Pangborn). However, the Trickster has found ways out of his “mental jail cell,” and is desperate for a release …

Jeffrey Brown is Lieutenant Commander Kraight – Chief Science Officer and Second Officer of the Quirinus, the Benzite Kraight may appear to less of a threat than expected, but his intelligence, cleverness, and wit have proven himself time and again to the Quirinus crew … and the foes they face.

Linda Davis is Lieutenant Teim Ris’Mor – Counselor of the Quirinus, the Caitian known as Teim has come to find herself in a conflict of identity upon starting this Journey. She seems torn between what she views as “humanity” and her feral Caitian self. Thanks to the Verun, she is more conflicted than ever. Yet, mysterious beings from her past (or future?) might hold the solution to her problems; that is, if the Journey before her does not. 

Cathy Campos is Lieutenant JG. Jade Morgan – Operations Manager of the Quirinus, the quiet Minaran has come to be a valued member of the Quirinus crew, having proven her mettle during the battle of the “defensive team” against the demon subordinates of the Trickster as they tried to prevent them from devouring the CO & XO, as well as when she single-handedly piloted the ship through two uber-powerful ion storms. She has developed a close friendship with the ship’s CTO, Cherry, which has withstood much of the chaos surrounding the crew’s adventures. But her Minaran gifts might now lead her into more danger than ever …

Jane Rowley is Lieutenant JG. Cherry – Chief Tactical Officer of the Quirinus, the human / Betazoid hybrid has come off as a distracted (mostly by clothing), opinionated, and flirtatious character whom not many may take seriously. That is their mistake. Cherry is a determined Starfleet Officer whose friendship with OPS Morgan is one of the many dedications she has onboard the Quirinus.

Edward Selgas is Lieutenant JG. David Telarus – Chief Engineering Officer of the Quirinus, the human Telarus has revealed himself to be a clever and creative force onboard the ship. Often giving ideas and plans to help the crew through their endeavors, Telarus is a fountain of ideas. Which should hopefully make his relationship with the ship’s CMO, Ms. Munro, an interesting one.

Fiona Sorel is Ensign Harriet Munro – Chief Medical Officer of the Quirinus, the Kriosian / Human is a delicate, soft-spoken woman who has proven herself capable of looking out for the crew. She is currently in a relationship with the ship’s CEO, Lt. Jg. Telarus.

Erryn Pollack is Ensign Lance Wolvington – Tactical Officer of the Quirinus, the human Wolvington is the newest addition to the ship’s crew, and has proven himself quite capable in battle. The atypical paranoid security officer, Wolvington still has a lot to learn … and may be on that journey of knowledge soon.

Pam Bruyere is Admiral Serena Sheridan – Former Counselor of the Quirinus, Admiral Sheridan is a long time friend of Sulek, and holds a psychic bond with him. There has always been a bit of romantic tension between the two … but nothing has ever come of it. Will this always hold true?

Ensign Albert Rio – Security Officer Rio seems to be struggling with his sense of identity: is he a fiancée to the woman he loves, is he a Starfleet officer with aspirations for greatness, or is he simply a man more confused than anyone else? Selected along with three other junior officers, this Adventure the crew are going upon may help him find a sense of identity.

Lieutenant JG. Erin Eisenhower – The Engineering Officer is a girl who may have just started to have the best day of her life, and is now having the worst day of her life. Looking forward to a date with a charming man from Astrometrics, she has now found herself torn away from her normal life to go on some “away mission” with the senior crew. Despite this perhaps being the chance for her to excel, she does not care. She didn’t join Starfleet for adventures on far away worlds; she joined to repair stuff.

Chief Petty Officer Beldaur – Yet another member of the Security force present on this expedition to regions unknown. The jolly Beldaur seems out of place amongst his peers. While not seemingly excelling in the matters of assault and fighting, he has a sharp mind when it comes to strategy. 

Ensign Y’Et – He’s furry.

The Trickster – Also known as the Unnamed One, the Trickster was an intangible shape-shifting entity who was but a member of a group of demonic demi-God like beings who once ruled the known Universe. That is, until Commander Ben Pangborn killed it. However, the Universe has a wicked sense of humor, and the evil entity has now been bonded to Pangborn’s mind in a form of purgatory. 

Neet – The adorable Monkey / Cat creature known as Neet introduces himself by scurrying amongst the Quirinus crew, until finally meeting a kindred spirit … Counselor Ris’Mor. For some reason, they are both able to understand each other. Whether this is some peculiar animal connection or something else is a mystery for another day … if a friendship will develop out of this odd pairing is what is wondered now.

John Summers is N’Terayk – The Protector of the Q’Ether present in this town. He is the atypical man of security: silent, dedicated, and waiting for the “other shoe to drop.”

T’Gaiver – The Leader of the Q’Ether present in this town. He is a heavily religious man, believing in the Gods for how they have provided for his people to survive through the Darkness. He has strong faith in all the prophecies left by the Gods. 

U.S.S. Quirinus Stardate 10403.01 "Teaching Children About Fractals" Episode Three
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 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::once again free, he moves to the center of town::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::sitting with Rio and Y`Et playing a new card game... go fish::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::comes to in a cold, dark place::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
OPS: How are you feeling? ::feels stupid asking, not even knowing if she can answer or not::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::doesn't skip::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: running back to town, looking for Sulek ::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::has a splitting headache and no idea where she is::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::wonders why Kraight went running off::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Continues to watch over Morgan::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::turns restlessly, not hearing the XO::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::has been taking a closer look at the area and is puzzled by thoughts that are entering her mind::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CMO: How is she doing?

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::notices light above in the outline of a doorway::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::sorts her cards and looks at the furry security officer...:: Y`Et: you have any 4's?

N`terayk says:
::off with his men on the hunt for the CTO::

Ens. Y'Et says:  
::Makes a furry sort of response::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::decides that she should discuss her concerns with the Captain and seeks him out::

ACTION: The growth covered Q'Ether are starting to leave their homes, and move to the center of town.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::wonders if that’s a yes or a no.. looks at him and then looks to Rio::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::feels around in the dark until she finds the stairs leading up::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: reaches the town, spots Sulek in the town square :: CO: Captain!

 T`Gaiver says:
::Standing on a rock outcropping at the center of town, which seems to be a familiar gathering place with an array of stones set around it::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::starts wandering over to the center of the town and sees Sulek with Commander Kraight::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::cautiously heads up the stairs::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::walks around town looking around::

ACTION: A group of Q'Ether children start singing as people gather. The sound of the singing is very familiar to Vice Admiral Sheridan.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::moans with pain but still doesn't awaken::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::moves over to T'Gaiver:: T'Gaiver: Did you discover anything about how I received the Malice?

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::pushes the door open and exits the cellar::

N`terayk says:
Men: Be on the Look out for our prey. The woman must be apprehended , look for anything out of the ordinary.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::holds Morgan’s hand::

 T`Gaiver says:
::Sees Sulek approach as the Q'Ether gather around:: CO: I have no idea, Mr. Sulek. There is none in our town, and we are unaware of it growing nearby. We are to assume it somehow came onto you during your travels here ... although we're not sure how.

VADM_Sheridan says:
::stops for a moment as she hears the familiar song from the children, then continues over to where Sulek is::

N`terayk says:
::moves and looks around::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::pauses the card game to go see what’s going on.. notes the group of people headed to the center of town and follows in the rear of the crowd::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: We have been wondering about you.  Do you know the where abouts of the rest of AT?

Ens. Rio says:  
::Watches the Counselor exit and go to follow the crowd:: Y'Et: Wonder where she's off to. 

Ens. Y'Et says:  
::Makes a furry sound::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::motions to the Captain to step aside::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
XO: I really can't tell, sir. I think she is fine.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::sees a Q'Ether family having a meal::  Family:  Pardon me.  Nice cellar.  I'll just be on my way now.  Bye!  ::makes her way to what looks like a door to outside::

 T`Gaiver says:
Sulek: Where is the Guide? Your woman Morgan?

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::moves over::

ACTION: The Q'Ether family just stares at Cherry as she runs out.

N`terayk says:
::motions for his four men to fan out and keep watch::

ACTION: Cherry runs right into N'terayk and his group.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: skids to a stop in front of Sulek :: CO: Sir... T'Gaiver... excuse me. Yes, sir. Cmdr. Pangborn, Dr. Munro, and Lt. Morgan have taken shelter in a house near the western edge of the heat barrier.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::steps outside and wonders where the heck she is::

N`terayk says:
Men: Get her!

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
N'Terayk:  Oh.  Hi there.  ::looks around for someone familiar::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::finds a nice tall wood building and climbs up tot he top of the roof and has a perch.. watching the goings on from a distance::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::relaxes a bit at the XO's touch::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
T'Gaiver: I do not yet know.  ::pauses to listen to Kraight::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CO: We took her there in the hopes that some distance from the changing Q'Ether would ease her condition.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CMO: What do you mean? She's covered in these things, but underneath she's intact? I hope so.......

N`terayk says:
::rushes to grab the CTO::

 T`Gaiver says:
::Listens to Sulek, then nods, and takes a step up onto the outcropping::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::leans over to her friend and whispers:: CO: Sulek, I've been getting these telepathic messages but I don't know who is sending them.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
N'terayk:  What are you doing?  ::Yells loudly::  All:  Help!

N`terayk says:
::signal the men to surround her::

Neet says:  
::Finds the Counselor, and crawls up onto the house::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
XO: I think so, but as I said, I can't be sure.

N`terayk says:
CTO: You are under arrest.

ACTION: The CTO's shouts are drowned out by the crowd and the children singing.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::sighs:: CMO: I didn't think so.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
N'terayk:  What is your problem anyway?

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
T'Gaiver: Kraight tells me that her transformation is not going well.  The others have taken shelter in a house near by.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: Messages? Of what nature?

N`terayk says:
CTO: Come with me peacefully or I will be forced to restrain you.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Her Minaran physiology is trying to 'heal' the changing Q'Ether. We need to put more distance between her and the town.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
N'terayk:  Come with you where?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::hears the CTO and turns to look in that direction.. ears pointed into the air for a better listen::

VADM_Sheridan says:
CO: They seem to be accepting of our presence here and seem to be welcoming us, but they seem to be expecting something of us. What, I don't know yet.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::continues not to skip::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Without the aid of the Gateway, I am not certain that is possible.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CMO: Is there anything you can think of to help her?

N`terayk says:
CTO: To your crew, you are disturbing the peace and  scaring the citizens.

 T`Gaiver says:
::Nods at the Captain, and waves him off ... then raises his arms:: ALL: MY FELLOW BRETHREN, OUR TIME FOR THE RETURN HAS COME!!! THE GUIDE HAS COME TO US!!! A WOMAN FROM BEYOND, DELIVERED ... NOT LIKE US ... BUT ONE OF US NONE THE LESS. SHE FEELS OUR PAIN, AND WILL GUIDE US OUT OF THE DARKNESS!!!

VADM_Sheridan says:
CO: Also, the song the children are singing.......it's the same one I heard when we were with the Ew.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::walks up to where his wife is and Commander Pangborn:: XO: Sir, Glad to see you in one piece nice to know someone is still around

N`terayk says:
CTO:I will let your Captain deal with you.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CO: I think it might be, sir. A small party could survive in the ice storm... if a few of the radiant Q'Ether could be persuaded to come along and shield us.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
N'terayk:  Me?  You must be joking.  ::thinks::  Actually, I'd like to find my Captain.  Dark skinned, bald guy with pointy ears.  Do you know where he is?

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: Then like the Ew, we have something here to accomplish.  It seems our travels from the Gateway are more than just exploration.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::ears perk up, and he heads out toward the disturbance::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::doesn't go check on the CTO since she didn't hear anything else.. and the CTO was on such a rampage before..::

ACTION: The Q'Ether gasp and are in silence.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CEO: We're trying to hold on to what’s left of our OPS.

N`terayk says:
CTO: Follow me or I will restrain you and bring you to him. Your Choice.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: ...and it would seem to center on Morgan.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::looks back at the  alien leader and growls at this announcement::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::nods:: CO: Agreed.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
N'terayk:  Just relax.  Take me to him.  No need to restrain me.  ::looks at him curiously::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
XO: The best thing I can think of is wait.

 T`Gaiver says:
ALL: SHE MUST BE PREPARED, AND PROTECTED. SHE UNDERGOES THE TRANSITION, AND IT IS HARD FOR HER. WE WILL ASSIST HER SURVIVAL, AND USHER HER INTO TRANSCENDANCE. SHE WILL LEAD US INTO THE LIGHT!!!

N`terayk says:
::motions for his men to follow her and heads for the her Leader::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Sir, we have to get Lt. Morgan away from here. I am afraid that her body will tear itself apart trying to mimic the change that the Q'Ether undergo.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::follows the weirdoes wondering still what their problem is::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::gets up and paces:: CMO/CEO: There must be some way of stopping this. I can't just watch her die!

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::digs claws into the roof materials and waits to see what happens next::

Neet says:  
::Munches on some wheat and sits with the Counselor:: CNS: What were you up to earlier anyway?

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::sees the CTO being escorted away and shakes his head::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
Neet: when what are you talking about?

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
XO/CMO: Need any help?

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: Perhaps it is time for the Q'Ether to return home, although I do not understand why they were moved in the first place.  It is difficult to separate history from the mythos of this people.

N`terayk says:
::nears the captain with the CTO::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::frowns as she begins to make more sense of the voices in her head, voices that seem to be taking away the pain, the distress.::

Neet says:  
CNS: When we were stuck in that building. You were holding those squares.

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Looks over at Morgan and hangs her head::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
Neet: oh.. playing a game.. the prize was food.. 

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::looks around wondering what this place is.  Last thing she remembers is building an igloo thingy::

Neet says:  
::Ears perk up at the mention of food::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::struggles to understand but can only seem to make out the word "Frrrkaz"::

VADM_Sheridan says:
Sulek: But were is home exactly? Is that what we are supposed to do, help them find their way home?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::looks at the critter:: Neet: you have food.. and the game is over.. maybe I'll teach you a game for food later..

 T`Gaiver says:
::Sees N'terayk approach with the CTO:: N'Terayk: N'TERAYK, PROTECTOR OF OUR BRETHREN, GO, BRING US OUR GUIDE, PROTECT HER LIKE YOUR OWN DAUGHTER!!!

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::walks over to his wife and pulls her to the side:: CMO: What's wrong with her?

N`terayk says:
::approaches the Captain:: CO: I have something you want. ::motions to the CTO::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
N'terayk:  What "guide"?  What are you guys talking about?

Neet says:  
::Makes whatever kind of smile he is capable of:: CNS: Swell!

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::notices the Captain::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: grabs Sulek's arm :: CO: Captain, you have to stop them. If they bring Jade back to the village, she may very well die!

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::eyelids flutter as she continues to listen to the voices::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::attempts to take Morgan’s pulse, in between the growths....kind of disgusted by the growth, but still tries::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::overhears::  CSO:  Jade?  What's going on?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::scratches Neet on the head and watches the aliens and some of the away team interact::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: Morgan had a knowledge of this people.  They were from the Alpha quadrant but disappeared 2300 years ago.  ::Notices N'Teryak and moves to him::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Why would she die?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CMO: Her pulse is rapid. I fear her time is near

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CTO: The Q'Ether think that lt. Morgan is their 'guide'. Her Minaran empathic abilities have interpreted the change these people undergo as an injury, and her body is trying to mimic the Change as a means of healing it.

VADM_Sheridan says:
::follows Sulek:: CO: Interesting don't you think that they should choose her as their "guide"?

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
CEO: She is having trouble with the Q'Ether Evolutions, seeing as she isn't one her body is having some trouble.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::eyes widen::

N`terayk says:
CO: Your CTO was a problem.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
N'terayk:  Was not!

N`terayk says:
::motions for his men to go find and bring the Guide::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::stops and grabs Sulek's arm in sudden alarm::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks at Cherry:: Cherry : Please explain this "problem."

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CTO, CO: She's not Q'Ether. I don't think she is capable of the Change, but she is growing very weak. If her body continues to try to transform into a radiant Q'Ether, she may not survive.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
CO:  I have no idea what he's talking about Sir.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
CSO:  May not survive?!  Where is she?!

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::watches the CTO get rowdy again and sits down on her perch.. then watches the admiral and the Captain speak.. sees the Science officer.. but remains high incase she needs to be someplace fast::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::listens interestedly for said explanation::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: It is ironic that the one with knowledge was chosen...Serena?

N`terayk says:
CO: She disturbed citizens in their homes and was found illegally in one.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CTO: The last house near the western edge of the heat barrier.

ACTION: The Q'Ether begin chanting as T'Gaiver leads them. The children sing in chorus.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
N'terayk:  What are you on anyway?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
:: begins to see flashes, images of people, of events, of places she could have never been to. A man...a man who was shaded in back and white....::

N`terayk says:
CTO: Hold your mouth!

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: I do not believe that there is a choice here for Morgan.

VADM_Sheridan says:
CO: I just had a flash hit me. An unfamiliar word just skimmed the edge of my mind. A strange word something like Frrrkaz :;looks puzzled:: but it wasn't meant for me...strange.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
N'terayk:  How dare you talk to me that way!  ::looks offended::

ACTION: Five men approach the house that Pangborn, Munro, Morgan and Telarus are in.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: shakes head :: CO: Sir, if we can get a few Radiants to come with us, I can take Lt. Morgan far from the village.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::...an ocean, a great roiling ocean that reached out and swallowed her whole......Munro....Dr. Munro dying in a pool of blood.::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::looks over at T'Gaiver:: T'Gaiver: Do you know the meaning of Frrrkaz by chance?

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Cherry: You will stand down.  Whatever the problem is, you must gain control.  Focus.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::hears the approaching villagers and steps outside to great them:: CEO: Step outside with me

N`terayk says:
CO: I was going to put her in Jail but I thought you would like to deal with it.

 T`Gaiver says:
::Ignores the Admiral and leads them in chant::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::looks at the Captain incredulously::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::The images grew faster, more intense, like a film clip flashing by out of control...many images, yet no sense....::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Again, I do not believe that is possible without putting the village at risk.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
N'terayk:  Fine.  He'll deal with it.  Now just go away.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::looks around and growls.. sniffing the air.. something new has entered the area.. smells familiar.. but what it is escapes her just now.. looks around for the direction its coming from::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Can we at least ask T'Gaiver, sir? This may be the only way to save Lt. Morgan's life!

ACTION: The five men approach the house, and begin stepping up to it.

VADM_Sheridan says:
::suddenly hears the word again:: CO: Sulek, there it is again!

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::eyes flash open briefly as the voices begin to chant a new word..."Furrrcaz"::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: We have already tried.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
Neet: stay here.. or stay with the tall lady and the dark shiny head man.. ok? something isn't right.. might be bad things ::climbs down and goes looking for the source::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::mouths::  N'terayk:  Liar.

Neet says:  
::Looks at the Counselor with a confused look::

VADM_Sheridan says:
CO: It's changed. Now it sounds like Furrrcaz.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::gives her a kiss:: CMO: I know you can do your best sweetie, I am going to go searching around to see what I can find out about this.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::huffs:: Neet: go back tot he captain.. and stay put!

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks at Sheridan:: Sheridan: I will drop my mental shields if you think that it will do any good.  Your own senses seem to be just as acute.

N`terayk says:
CTO: I am one step from putting you in the stocks.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
N'terayk:  On what grounds?  ::mouths::  You loser.

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
CEO: I will see you soon.

N`terayk says:
CO: Would you take her please?!

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::follows XO:: XO: Yes sir

Neet says:  
::Stares at the Counselor as she heads off, then leaps off the house into a tree, and then moves to the Captain::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::steps a little closer to the CO:  N'terayk:  He's got me.  Now go away.

VADM_Sheridan says:
CO: Sulek, it's the craziest thing. I hear the words but they are not directed at me, but rather through me.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::her clenched hands suddenly loosen, revealing crescent shaped, blood-filled cuts where her nails have dug into her hands.::

ACTION: The five men look nervous, but are prepared to protect their "Guide." One of them moves to open the door.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::goes back to the ground and sniffs the air.. feels her skin crawl with anticipation more than fear.. hates unexpected .. 'things' and keeps searching::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
XO: What do you think the Q'Ether want sir?

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
N'Teryak: I will.  Cherry: What has put you in such a state?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CEO: Looks like they're headed for us ::points at the gathering mob:: We're not letting them at Morgan unless the captain orders us to, understood? ::eyes the distance::

N`terayk says:
CO:I must go for the guide. ::runs for the direction of the house::

Q'Ether One says:  
XO: Move aside. We have come here for our Guide.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::blocks the men:: Man: Can I help you?

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: Through you or are you feeling a possible reverberation of magnitude?

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
CO:  Being unjustly accused for starters.  ::shakes her head::  But this seems the least of our problems.  ::watches N'terayk run away::  Permission to follow him Sir?

N`terayk says:
::arrives at the house::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Q'Ether One: There is no one here by that name...

ACTION: The five men defer to N'terayk who arrives.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks down and sees Neet::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: paces, frustrated... why can't the Captain see the danger to Morgan? ::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
XO: Aye sir

N`terayk says:
XO: Step aside. We come for the one called Morgan.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::backs up the Commander::

Neet says:  
::Simply eats his wheat and says nothing::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::picks up the pace as she catches the scent trail.. heads away from the group.. away from the center of town.. it's getting stronger.. but still isn't sure what she smells::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
N'Terayk: I'm sorry, she's unavailable, can I take a message?

VADM_Sheridan says:
CO: I can't be sure, perhaps my senses are just picking up another's random thoughts. I just can't pinpoint who is sending the message.

N`terayk says:
XO: I am sorry but I must peacefully or forcibly. Your choice.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::as she watches the CSO pace, her own anxiety level goes up a few notches::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::wonders where the counselor is::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::heads for a familiar building.. the Gathering place?!.. how odd.. sniffs around more::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
N'TeryaK: Maybe if you could explain why you need her. I don't just sacrifice my friends at the bidding of a stranger ::blocks the door::

N`terayk says:
XO:I have a Captain Sulek waiting at the Gathering Place. I must bring her for the transition.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::reaches down and holds out his hand for Neet to jump into::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::starts tracking on all fours and sneezes from the dust a few times.. growls and keeps hunting::

Neet says:  
::Looks uncomfortable at the CO::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::eyelids begin to flutter as image after image begins to flash by even faster....a young Sulek in his academy uniform, so young...so serious.::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
N'terayk: Your "Transition" is killing her

N`terayk says:
::Motions for two men to find another way in one his signal::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: spots T'Gaiver, runs over to him :: T'Gaiver: T'Gaiver, please hear me. Our friend Jade, whether she is your 'Guide'  or not, is very ill.

N`terayk says:
XO: She must come now then.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CEO: Go stand guard over her

ACTION: Morgan starts to go into seizures.

VADM_Sheridan says:
::sees Neet and watches closely ::CO: Careful old friend, I'm not sure that creature is comfortable with you.

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Neet: Perhaps not.  ::straightens::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
XO: Sir as much as I would follow that order I am not leaving you here two is better than one.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
N'terayk. Not unless the one you know was Sulek tells me too…

 T`Gaiver says:
CSO: It is part of the Transition. Do not treat it as if it were just some ... disease.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::follows the CSO and listens::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Tries to think of something to help her::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::Serena Sheridan....and a Dustin Maverick......Ris'Mor...a Ris’Mor who's fur was the same yet so different, smiling as she spoke to someone in the shadows.::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::the scent gets strong the closer to the building she gets.. wonders if Y`Et needs a bath and if that’s why it's familiar.. huffs and keeps looking.. walking past Beldaur and Rio talking about the finer points of hanging a kill upside down verses right side up to bleed the meat out before cooking it::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
T'Gaiver: I know it isn't a disease, sir. But the changes she is undergoing are more than her body can bear.

N`terayk says:
::motions for the men to take the XO and CEO:

 T`Gaiver says:
CSO: She is the Guild. She will persevere.

N`terayk says:
::steps back weapons ready::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: I must admit that I am at a loss as to how this  will play out.

 CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
T'Gaiver:  And just how do you know that?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::a smile flutters briefly across her lips as she sees Munro and Telarus on their first date....as so many images flood through her mind, some happy, some sad, many of them unnerving.::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
T'Gaiver: I am afraid that if she is brought here to the village, she may die. Is it prophesied that the Guide must die to fulfill her purpose?

 T`Gaiver says:
CSO: You do not understand.

 T`Gaiver says:
CTO: It is written. All that has been written has come to pass.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
T'Gaiver:  How about you enlighten us then?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::keeps looking around.. but with Rio and Beldaur watching now::

Ens. Rio says:  
CNS: Something wrong Counselor?

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
T'Gaiver: It is my function to understand. Please explain to me what is happening to my friend.

VADM_Sheridan says:
::grabs Sulek's arm again ::CO: It's Morgan! She's in my mind.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::just looks at the CEO.,....if looks could kill....imagines when they get back to the Quirinus:: CEO: I think you'd best step inside and make sure your Wife And our OPS are all right::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::And yet, all throughout, there is pain....there is confusion, and doubt....death...and life....being...and not.::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
Rio: no.. just.. cat stuff.. ::huffs and goes back to tracking::

N`terayk says:
Men: Get them by any means.

ACTION: The five men move in on the XO & CEO.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::looks around wondering where that nasty little N'terayk went to::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
XO: Yes sir

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::fights::

Ens. Rio says: 
 ::Scratches head:: Beldaur: Weirder and weirder.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: Then perhaps her transformation is near complete...is it similar to the other voices?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::looses the trail just out side the gathering place building.. walks around in circles looking for it::

ACTION: The XO engages the Q'Ether in hand to hand combat, his Starfleet training kicking into high gear.

N`terayk says:
::gets into the fight with his weapons::

N`terayk says:
Men: Weapons now!

VADM_Sheridan says:
CO: She seems confused, and in pain. ::listens for a moment:: She's just saying names.......from long ago. Sulek, she said my name and Captain Maverick's!

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::attempts to disarm::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::goes back in to see that Morgan is convulsing:: CMO: Pick her up we got to move her, the XO told me to stand guard but I have a feeling that if we get her out of here while Commander Pangborn keeps them busy

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::senses he's missing something fun::

N`terayk says:
::throws a punch::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
N'terayk: I'd rather not hurt you ::lands a kick::

ACTION: Two men get past the XO and rush into the building, they rush the CEO.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CMO: We can escape...::hears the commotion:: LET'S MOVE NOW!!!

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::lost the trail and just has a seat.. looking around the area::

N`terayk says:
::slashes at the XO::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::follows them in:: Telarus, Munro, don't let them take her!

ACTION: The XO's arm is slashed.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: Maverick? Indeed an interesting name to focus on, but she did not serve with him.

ACTION: One of the men goes down thanks to the XO's attacks.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::attempts to protect OPS::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::from deep in side...from somewhere where no one else can go, she tries to regain who she is...for just a few moments, she struggles to push out the voices that have now begun to chant "Faaaacus"::

N`terayk says:
Men: Get them! Don't let them escape!

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::turns around and tackles a couple of them:: ALL Oh no you don't ::grabs a blade from one of the men he tackled::

VADM_Sheridan says:
CO: She seems to be jumping from one moment in time to another. I wish I could see her.

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Tries to defend her patient as much as possible::

Ens. Rio says:  
::Steps over to the Counselor:: CNS: What's going on?

N`terayk says:
::pounces on the XO and tries to wrestle::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
Q'Ether One: Sir you move and I am really good at tossing blades I will not hesitate to kill you to protect one of my crew members go get Captain Sulek NOW!!!

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
:;throws another punch while wrestling::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::looks at Rio:: Rio: would you like the long or short version?

Ens. Rio says:  
::Shrugs:: CNS: Whichever one works.

N`terayk says:
Men: Grab him!

ACTION: N'terayk is struck hard, and sent flying back.

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: As if she moves through time...a guide?

VADM_Sheridan says:
CO: You're right. She never served with Dustin and I'm sure she never met him. There has to be a connection......

N`terayk says:
::flies back::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
:;struggles free and hits N'terayk::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::sighs in frustration::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
Rio: all right.. the operation officer is mutating into what these aliens believe is their guide to a new tomorrow.. the command staff is trying to protect her and now I hear shouting.. sounds like a fight.. the Chief Tac is having mood swings.. and I tracked a.. smell to here and lost it..

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
All Q'Ether: Leave now while you have the chance to do so ::furious::

Q'Ether One says:  
::Steps back in surprise::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::fights::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: Reach out to her...perhaps she needs an anchor.

ACTION: The Q'Ether isn’t able to keep the XO down.

N`terayk says:
::goes back into the fray and tries to stab the XO::

Ens. Rio says:  
CNS: Ah. And which one's that ... long or small?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
Rio: small.. 

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::moves to miss the blade::

Ens. Rio says:  
CNS: Eesh, wouldn't want to hear the long.

ACTION: The blade misses the XO.

VADM_Sheridan says:
::nods:: CO: Yes, exactly. It's like she's revisiting the past, but it's not her past, it's......part of your past and mine. I'll try to reach her but this transition may prevent me.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::sees N'terayk and stabs his arm::

N`terayk says:
::slashes at his back and moves::

ACTION: N'terayk's arm is stabbed.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::hits N'terayk as hard as he can::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
Rio: perhaps you and mister Beldaur can help me look around for anything.. err.. more odd then usual?

N`terayk says:
ALL: AhHHH! ::throws knife into the CEO::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: Perhaps through the other voices...

VADM_Sheridan says:
::moves over to a small boulder and sits trying to concentrate on the operations officer::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::twists the blade in his arm:: N'terayk: You happy now

Ens. Rio says:  
CNS: Sounds like a plan. Beldaur was just looking in the sky for shoes to drop anyway ...

ACTION: The blade misses the CEO with the combined action of the XO & CEO taking N'terayk down.

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Tries to hold the OPS down and keep her from choking to death on her tongue::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CMO: Turn her over on her side.

N`terayk says:
CEO/XO: Good fight. But I will not yield!

VADM_Sheridan says:
~~~OPS: Jade, it's Serena. Can you hear me? Jade, please answer me.~~~

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Does as the CEO says::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
N'terayk: Had enough? Now leave!

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::pulls her ears back and looks at Rio.. doesn't want to know..:: Rio: yeah.. ok.. you start on the .. umm West I guess that’s the right direction.. it all looks the same.. and I'll take the not so west direction.. Beldaur can move north.. or is that south? that way..

N`terayk says:
::tries to struggle and fight::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::takes out the blade from N'terayk's arm and kicks him down and holds his knee to his head and holds both of his arms and ties him up to restrain him::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
N'terayk: Call off the goons and we'll let you live.

Ens. Rio says:  
CNS: Yes, ma'am.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::turns to look up at one of the shining ones and thinks you know, don't you?::

N`terayk says:
XO: Come with me to the gathering place and it is a deal.

ACTION: The battered Q'Ether remain at bay as the XO & CEO have "stopped" their leader.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::searches around the gathering place for clues or something dead or alien or familiar or something::

N`terayk says:
Men: You are pitiful. You give up easy.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
N'terayk: I will come with you. But she stays here ::looks at the CEO and Munro::

ACTION: The radiant Q'Ether continue to fly about in the sky, oblivious to what happens below.

VADM_Sheridan says:
~~~OPS: Jade, it's Serena. I'm your friend and I'm trying to help you. Can you hear me?~~~

N`terayk says:
XO: My men must guard her. If you don't mind.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: whispers :: CTO: Cherry... walk around to the other side of T'Gaiver and distract him somehow... I have an idea.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
CSO:  Right Sir.  ::casually strolls around to T'Gaiver's other side::

N`terayk says:
::gets up without resistance::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
N'terayk: They may remain outside the hut. Understood? My friends here have carte blanche to kill them if they do not. Understood?

VADM_Sheridan says:
::looks at Sulek:: CO: She's not responding Sulek.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
T'Gaiver:  Hey Dude.  Nice clothes.  Where'd you get them?  ::grabs his robe or shirt or whatever he's wearing::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::keeps searching and finds nothing interesting.. except a chewed up rag ball.. looks like Y`Et was bored..::

 T`Gaiver says:
::Looks in shock at the CTO:: CTO: What are you doing?! Unhand me!

N`terayk says:
XO: Fine by me. Men: Go guard.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: slips up behind T'Gaiver and removes a small scroll sticking out of his robe pocket ::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: It was worth the try.  Now we must wait to see what thread of the future we follow.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: backs up several steps immediately ::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::lets go::  T'Gaiver:  Sorry.  No offense intended.  Lovely clothe though.  Looks like silk.  Where'd you get it?

 T`Gaiver says:
::Feels someone else grab him:: What is -- ?! CSO: Give that back! That is the Sacred Scroll of Transcendence!

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CEO/CMO: I'm going to meet with Sulek. Stay here and guard her. Don't let the Q'Ether enter the building

N`terayk says:
::takes his knife and puts it in the holster and moves to the gathering place::

ACTION: The chanting abruptly halts with the sudden actions of the CTO / CSO.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
T'Gaiver: This ceremony ends now, T'Gaiver. I will not allow my friend to die.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::looks at the rag ball and runs through a few things in her mind.. it wasn't the smell of anyone in particular.. more like the musky smell a pack would have.. either Minaran, Kitarian, El Aurian or Aarocdi.::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
Thinks to self:  The Sacred Scroll of Transcendence, eh?

 T`Gaiver says:
CSO: The Guide will not perish!

N`terayk says:
::arrives at the gathering place and moves to apprehend the CTO::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
XO: Aye sir

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
T'Gaiver:  And we mean to make sure of it.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::but that wouldn't make sense.. at least not here.. ::

 T`Gaiver says:
::Is quite furious::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
T'Gaiver: I'm not willing to take that chance with her life. We have to take our friend away from your village until she is well. I want you to ask four or five of the Radiant Ones to accompany us and protect us from the storm.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::follows N'terayk::

CPO Beldaur says:  
::Comes around the side and sees the CNS crouching:: CNS: Find anything?

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
T'Gaiver:  Just chill out.

N`terayk says:
:: does a running charge into the CTO::

ACTION: THUD! N'terayk tackles the CTO.

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Begins to feel a heat wave envelope her as the seizures calm down::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
Beldaur: not really.. ::tosses the ball to the side:: did you?

 T`Gaiver says:
::Watches the CTO vanish as she is tackled. Gasps go out throughout the crowd::

N`terayk says:
::restrains her::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
N'terayk:  WHAT is your problem now?!

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Self: Damn it! ::helps Cherry::

VADM_Sheridan says:
:;sees the commotion with T`Gaiver:: CO: You might want to step in there to prevent trouble.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::hopes the CSO takes the opportunity to run away and study the scroll::

N`terayk says:
XO: She was attacking our leader!

ACTION: Red dots of light begin to appear on all the moles on Morgan's body.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
N'Terayk:  Let me go you oaf!

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
ALL: Everyone calm down.

N`terayk says:
CTO: You are under arrest.

ACTION: The Q'Ether are quite confused.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::turns from his skyward musings:: Kraight: What exactly is the meaning of this?

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::rolls eyes:: N'Terayk:  Oh please.

CPO Beldaur says:  
::Looks in the distance at all the movement:: CNS: Looks like quite a party's going on.

N`terayk says:
::motions for men to help::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Begins to feel a bit dizzy from the increasing heat::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
N'Terayk: Let her go. I've already kicked your ass once. Want to make it twice?

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
N'Terayk:  Oh yeah... can't handle one little woman all by yourself.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::catches his wife:: CMO: Honey you ok?

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: has backed up to a tree :: CO: Captain, I could not allow Lt. Morgan to be brought back here at the cost of her life. I am taking the only steps I can to halt this ceremony.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::stands up and looks where Beldaur is looking.. and huffs:: Beldaur: they can't stay out of trouble very long can they.. ::folds arms::

N`terayk says:
XO: She is under arrest. Go bring your captain and we will discuss it.

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
CEO: I... I don't know.

CPO Beldaur says:  
CNS: Apparently not. Although, since arriving in this world it has become apparent that everyone is acting out of the ordinary.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: continues to back away from T'gaiver and the chanting crowd... being careful to do so in the direction of a small copse of trees ::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CMO: I am taking you outside you need some air.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
N'Terayk:  You and me.  Right now!

N`terayk says:
::points to the CO::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
Beldaur: point taken... suggestions?

ACTION: Little red beams of light being to pierce the black growths on Morgan's body.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
N'terayk: I take it you're assuming I follow your laws. I do not. Let her go now, or we're right back at the beginning with this

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::carries his Harriet outside to the closest water well::

N`terayk says:
CO:PLEASE COME HERE NOW!

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
:::Lies limply as her world spins::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::mouths:: N'terayk:  Loser.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
N'Teryak: I am here.  Shouting is not needed.

ACTION: As the CEO carries his wife out of the house, leaving OPS by herself, red energy crackles around her ... enveloping her as the black growths burst. Her back arches as the energy cascades through her, a burst of heat exploding outward ... an earth-shattering scream being heard by the CEO & CMO ...

N`terayk says:
CO: I am angry. She is under arrest for attacking our leader.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::to the AT:: All: Stand down.  Emotion should not rule your actions.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::listens to the captain::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::moves up to the right of Sulek:: CO: Careful old friend. There is more here than we know.

ACTION: ... Vice Admiral Sheridan doubles over in pain as the psionic scream of OPS is heard. Back on the other side of town, the house with OPS inside bursts into flames.

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