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

BUILDING BLOCKS
Three

Arc Title: Building Blocks
Episode: Three
Mission Number: 276
Creator: Michael Jones
Ship Manager: Michael Jones
Stardate: 10405.03

Previously …

After their arrival in the mysterious and mystical world of Jebenezziar, the crew soon came upon the grand city of Solomon. While appearing to be similar to the medieval cities of ancient Earth (except for the bizarre cleanness of it), there were obviously some strong differences here. 

The Jebenezziarians, while at first being terrified of the suddenly appearing crew, have now come to worship them as their gods known as the Triumphant. The Crew, already quite nervous about having destroyed the timeline by their activities on 19th Century Earth, are much more worried about this planet (although it’s supposed to get destroyed before it’s even noticed by the rest of the Universe). 

The so-called “Triumphant” have now been led to the Castle, where a new mission shall be presented to them …

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 this with all the responses of the crew when she was feared to be dying. Now, Morgan has been blessed (or cursed?) with an amazing new gift: to see the auras of people, and as well as their pasts, presents, or futures.

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 married to the ship’s CEO, Lt. Jg. Telarus.

Erryn Pollock is Ensign Lance Wolverton – Tactical Officer of the Quirinus, the human Wolvington 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.

Ben Barbato is Ensign Benjamin Grainger – Formerly the Flight Control Officer of the Norway Class U.S.S. Warsaw, Grainger was just recently “acquired” by the Gateway as a replacement for Ensign Y’Et who may or may not be deceased. The human male has been thrust into the midst of this Journey, and may take a while before he is able to get his footing.

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.

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.

J’Hoffran – The Alpha Minister of the Local Solomon Temple of the Triumphant (LOST). J’Hoffran, an elder Jebenezziarian, believes the Quirinus Crew to be the Triumphant – a series of Jebenezziarian Gods who are believed to one day come to their world and punish the wicked. Due to the beliefs of the Jebenezziarian people at large, it is feared that Solomon is the main target for wicked folk. 

Kissi, The Grand Inquisitor – The apparent leader of the city of Solomon, the Grand Inquisitor is actually a mere child. His father, the first Grand Inquisitor, was the Jebenezziarian who built this city. He died when “Kissi” (Admiral Sheridan’s name for him) was but a toddler, and as per the rules of this new city, is now it’s leader.

U.S.S. Quirinus Stardate 10405.03 "Building Blocks" Episode Three
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CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::looks around::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::still sitting in waiting room with crew::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Looks around at the area quietly::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::sits there and flips tail::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::looking for weaknesses in the blockheads::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::stands behind Sulek in the waiting room, holding on to the back of his chair:: CO: Sulek, we're supposed to pass ourselves off as Gods?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::quietly contemplates their current situation::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: Apparently.  The truth though is likely to come out.

ACTION: The crew is seated in a grand and darkened hall. A long table with chairs (that they are seated in, or standing by) is before them. Elaborate foods litter the table. Guards stand near the grand doorway. Light filters through colored glass in the windows, playing upon the crew. Various portraits hang on the walls.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: sits down next to Morgan :: OPS: You seem troubled, Lieutenant.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::looks around at the buildings::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::eyes the food::

Ensign Y'Et says: 
 ::Begins to eat some food, making furry sounds as he does::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::moves around and sits beside the Captain:: CO: I don't like the idea of lying to anyone as I know you don't.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::smiles a bit at the CSO::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Feels a little creeped out by the paintings::

ACTION: The doors to the hall burst open, and J'Hoffran enters.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
CSO: Just a bit...uneasy, Sir.

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: I am relying on your ability to read these people to help us through.  I too have misgivings about allowing the lie to continue.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::looks over at Y`Et and then at Rio.. then down the table to the captain and huffs.. while Neet chows down.. and fluffs his dry fur::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::looks over at the XO::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::looks up as J`Hoffran enters and whispers:: CO: Here we go.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
CSO: The walls having auras...well, its just very strange.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::hesitant:: Sulek: Captain, when we have time, I must meet with you and the counselor privately.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::continues looking at the XO::

 J`Hoffran says:
ALL: May I present the Grand Inquisitor of the Great City of Solomon! ::Horns flare in the background as four guards enter. Behind them a tall figured, covered in robes enters slowly as if he were floating. Four more guards follow the figure that cannot be seen::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: It was a mistake that we failed to correct.  If you believe we should correct it based on your intuition, then I suggest we do at the earliest opportunity.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::finds her gaze on the CSO and then looks at the food close to her::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
returns Cherry’s look, but says nothing, looking curious::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
OPS: You've seen auras only around living beings up till now, yes?

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::notices all the pomp and ceremony.  Figures standing might be called for and does so::

 J`Hoffran says:
::Stands by and watches::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: stands as well ::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Stands up noticing a trend::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks as the inquisitor enters::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::nods tightly, her eyes on the floating figure as she stands as well::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::looks up at the floating like robed figure and feels a chill go thru her spine.. stands up and lets her claws out.. but rest her hands on the table::

ACTION: One of the Guards arrives with a large, and very heavy looking, Golden chair which is seated before the table. The rest of the Guards spread out.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: whispers :: OPS: We need to continue this discussion as soon as practicable.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::tries not to stare at the floating robed guy::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::stands and motions for the others to do so::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
:;watches the ceremony::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::stands::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::whipsers:: CSO: Yes, Sir!

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::stands, but is still looking for weaknesses::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::rises and waits for the next move::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::looks to the XO for any hint of what he's thinking::

ACTION: The Ominous and very tall figure "floats" to the table and stops. Two guards walk over to the robed figure, and pull apart the robes, revealing a yellow Jebenezziarian Child who giggles as one of the Guards removes him, and gently places him in the Golden Chair.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::turns back at the sound of the giggle::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::snorts and sits back down::

The Grand Inquisitor says:  
::Waves hand excitedly:: ALL: HI!!!

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks at Sheridan:: Sheridan: An interesting turn of events.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: raises what passes for his eyebrows ::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::waves back and smiles::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::smiles as her motherly nature takes over the sight of the child:

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::Uncomfortably returns Cherry’s inquisitiveness checking him out::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Smiles::

VADM_Sheridan says:
CO: It's a child.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::has the strangest urge to stack the natives::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::walks along side the crew::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::waves tot he kid and looks perplexed::

ACTION: One of the Guards hands the Grand Inquisitor a tiny scepter. He plays around with it, not paying much attention to the "Triumphant."

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::nods at the child:: Sheridan: I noticed.  Do you think it might be under a protectorate?

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::decides to sit and does so::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::Business like:: VADM/Sulek: Just when you though it couldn't get stranger

 J`Hoffran says:
ALL: If I might ask, which of you is the Builder and the Healer?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::takes a seat::

Lt. Jg. Eisenhower says:  
::Leans to the TO and whispers:: TO: He's so ... cute!

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::sits::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::knows she's not either of them, so grabs some food::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Sits down feeling much more at ease::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::is darned certain that he is neither::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: sits ::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::notices the child’s aura and relaxes a bit::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::munches and watches the little guy::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: That's your cue, I believe.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::concentrates a bit harder on him, hoping for more::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::places her elbows on the table and clasp her hands before her face watching.. glances at Kraight in the process.. sitting very close to Jade and then looks at Neet.. still eating::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::whispers back:: EO: Ummm...sure...that's a possible interpretation....

VADM_Sheridan says:
::whispers to Sulek:: CO: I'm not sure that I should be the one.....

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: leans over, whispers to Morgan :: OPS: What do you see?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::takes a bite to eat, not having eaten in a while, hopes its safe::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: What do you sense?

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::looks over at the XO and smiles reassuringly as she munches::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::tries not to lose her focus:: CSO: A bright, cheerful aura. Sweet, good.

 J`Hoffran says:
::Fears he's offended them in some way::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::grins at Cherry::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::looks around and then stands up to speak::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: and in addition, I have never been good with children.  I suggest you pick those who are closest to a builder and a healer.

Ens. Y'Et says: 
 ::Starts making furry type noises that sound a lot like choking::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::pats Y`Et on the back::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::thinks the food is sort of bland but filling and continues munching::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::continues:: CSO: The city was young when he came here as a baby. His father....his father was quite old...he helped to build the city.

Ens. Y'Et says:  
::Starts making furry type wheezing in his chair, despite the CNS' patting::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::looks at Y'Et in alarm::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::moves behind Y`Et to do the him-lick (how ever you spell that) ::

VADM_Sheridan says:
:;tries to get a reading on J`Hoffran:: CO: I believe he wishes to see the doctor and our engineer, but he is afraid of us.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
CSO: His father died when he was still quite young. He was made the Grand Inquisitor soon after.

Ens. Y'Et says:  
::Suddenly falls forward and hits the table headfirst, into his food::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
OPS: Are you saying that the city is not as old as this child?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::angst::

ACTION: As the CNS moves behind to grab Y'Et, there is a bright burst of white energy, and she is thrown back .. Y'Et vanishes.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
All:  Oh my Gawd!  ::points at Y'Et.

ACTION: The chair where he sat is empty, a tiny plum of white smoke is all that seems to be left.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: turns sharply to see Y'et disappear ::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
CSO: He'll be here when the great shadows of doom fill the sky....when the Doomsday Machine is let loose upon Solomon.

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Stands up and moves to Y'et::

VADM_Sheridan says:
J`Hoffran: Why do you wish to see our healer and our builder?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::gets tossed to the wall and slides to the floor:: graaaahhhhh! hhhhsss...!

ACTION: Suddenly, there is another flash of white energy ... and a naked man appears where Y'Et was, shivering.

 J`Hoffran says:
::Startled by the flashes::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::looks at the naked man with interest::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Stops dead in stride confused::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: Then place him at his ease....::Sees Y'et disappear and then watches as someone else appears::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::Moves to tap his panel, and realizes it's not a panel anymore::

The Grand Inquisitor says: 
::Giggles in delight at the show of appearances and disappearances:: DO IT AGAIN!! DO IT AGAIN!!

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::blinks as her concentration is lost and looks where the others are staring.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::thinks to self great another smoke and mirrors::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
Self: Great Maker!

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::Looks around::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
:::wonders what in holy hell is going on::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::moves to the new arrival still choking:: 

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks surprised:: CTO: Cherry? Where's the fur ball?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
FCO: welcome to the club.. you all right?

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
Self: Umm. Computer? End...program?

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::reaches in his pack and removes one of his garments and crosses to the man:: Man: I am Sulek and you are? ::Places the garment around him.::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::blinks::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Moves down to the man:: Man: Are you... okay?

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::but is still looking for weaknesses::

ACTION: The human male is quite disoriented. No longer finding himself where he last was, and not sure if he's gone insane or simply to the holodeck.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
OPS:  He keeled over into his plate, then vanished.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks back at the child with suspicion::

 J`Hoffran says:
::Steps back ... not sure how to interpret these actions of the Gods::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::Still disoriented, just stares back at the CO::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::moves around the table to face J`Hoffran:: J`Hoffran: What is the meaning of this? ::points to the naked man::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::rubs the FCO's shoulders to get his attention and make sure he isn't going into shock::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::jumps and turns at the CNS::

 J`Hoffran says:
Sheridan: I-I do not know ... ::Bows before her:: ... please, spare my life!

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
ALL: What is going on here? Where am I?

ACTION: A familiar rune is seen fading from the new arrival's chest, and is soon gone.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::has no clue what to make of it, entranced by it all::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
FCO: Who are you I am David Telarus, and who are you?

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::notices the rune and gasps::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
XO:  He's one of us.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::reaches out and touches the man, as he begins to formulate a theory as to what has happened:: Man: I am Sulek.  a captain.  Do you understand what that means?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
FCO: shhh.. calm down.. explanations later.. right now just get dressed..

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CTO: What makes you think that?

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Looks at the captain in confusion::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::turns to the child:: GI: Child, do you know what is happening here?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks at the man a bit more closely::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::notices the pointed ears:: CO: Captain? Sir? The name's Grainger, Ensign Grainger, Starfleet.

The Grand Inquisitor says:  
::Giggles in delight:: Sheridan: Nooooope!

 J`Hoffran says:
::Fears that the Grand Inquisitor will be slain::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Grainger: An you are our new FCO unless I miss my guess.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::mind turns to the original box that brought them here, and what might happen if it were opened again while the were gone, assuming it still existed::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
CEO:  The marking.  Didn't you see it?

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CO: The rune, sir... it was the same as Y'et's.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
CO: sir.. this is getting a bit out of hand.. we just preformed.. magic and they think we are gods.. ::huffs:: you should say  something about this..

VADM_Sheridan says:
::bends down:: GI: Do you have another name? I'm Serena. ::smiles hoping to keep the child calm::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
J'Hoffran: We are merely changing companions for this meeting, do not be alarmed.

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
CO: New FCO? I was just aboard my ship, the U.S.S. Warsaw, Norway class. We were patrolling, when all of a sudden, here I am.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::feels sorry for the poor guy::

The Grand Inquisitor says: 
 ::Points his scepter at the Admiral, hoping it'll make her flash ... but it doesn't. He looks disappointed:: Sheridan: I'm th' Gran' Kissitor!

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Grainger: You are an FCO, about to be transferred perhaps to the Quirinus?

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Can't help but look back and forth from the captain to Grainger::

 J`Hoffran says:
CO: Ah ... I see ... facets ... many facets ... 

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
CO: FCO yes sir, but I haven't received any transfer order, nor have I applied for one.

VADM_Sheridan says:
::grins at the child's antics:: GI: May I call you Kissi? It's much easier to remember.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::steps back from the situation and looks for Y`Et.. knowing she probably won't find him.. looks at Rio, Beldaur and  Eisenhower with concern and lowers her head::

The Grand Inquisitor says:  
Sheridan: Suuuuuuure. You pretty.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CO: This can only be the work of the Gateway, Sir.

 J`Hoffran says:
::Remaining bowed, looking at the ground:: Sheridan: Not t-to interrupt .. but if we could speak with the Builder and the Healer ...

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
CO: it's possible he is simply here.. because the gateway wished it so...

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
CO: Quirinus....the name sounds familiar. But honestly sir, the Warsaw is my ship.

VADM_Sheridan says:
GI: Why thank you Kissi. You're a very nice boy.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Grainger: Welcome.  Explanations may have to wait, but you have joined an AT from the Quirinus who are on an extraordinary journey.  Pangborn: Perhaps while the meeting continues, you can fill in our new arrival.  He appears to be Y'et's replacement.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Captain, what if the box is still back there, and it was opened again?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Looks so.......

The Grand Inquisitor says:  
::Giggles::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Looks over at J'Hoffran then moves towards him::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::turns her attention back to Sheridan and the Inquisitor::

 J`Hoffran says:
::Remains bowed, glances up and sees the CMO approaching, is quite nervous ... not sure what this woman-God will do to him::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: The numbers must remain balanced.  ::Stands and crosses to Sheridan::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::clears her throat:: ADM: Perhaps someone could tell that poor man that he can stand up now? ::nods in the direction of J'Hoffran::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::straightens up:: J`Hoffran: You may speak with them. ::motions to the CMO and the CEO:: CMO/CEO: Come here please.

Lt. Jg. Eisenhower says:  
TO: Do you think that Y'Et is dead? ::Sounds like she's on the verge of tears::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
XO: I hope Y'Et got back safely.  ::feels troubled::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::Shakes his head, and decides to sort things out later::

Ensign Rio says: 
 ::Crosses arms, looks quite annoyed::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: I just don't want it happening again. FCO: We're in a tight spot all right ::fills him in briefly on the gateway and the subsequent adventures, leaving out much, just the briefest of briefs::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::watches the CO being Irrational again and folds her arms.. then looks over at the XO who's protecting Cherry from the new male hunk of meat.. wonders what became of Y`Et.. wonders who's next and why::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::looks over at Morgan and smiles::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: A builder and a healer...doctor and engineer.

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
XO: I see, sir.

VADM_Sheridan says:
::turns to Sulek:: CO: I know Sulek, I know.

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Smiles:: J'Hoffran: Hello. ::Looks back at Sheridan and walks back to her::

 J`Hoffran says:
::Looks up at the CMO and as she walks away::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::quietly:: Sheridan: We may have avoided the god question for the time being.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
FCO: Any questions? ::smiles broadly:: Why don't you  introduce yourself around and tell me a little bit about yourself

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
FCO:  Well whether or not you were going to be transferred, it looks like you are here now. Hopefully we can get back before any more time goes without ourselves being around

VADM_Sheridan says:
CMO: Doctor, this is J`Hoffran. He wishes to speak with you.

Neet says: 
 ::Leaps onto the CNS' shoulder:: CNS: Am I going to bite the big one too? ::A bit worried::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Looks back at J'Hoffran smiling and nodding sincerely::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::glances over at the CEO::CEO: Mr. Telarus, come here please.

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
XO: I'm sure I'll have a lot more questions as this goes on.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::thinks that this is not the time for twenty questions.::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
Neet: no.. You’re not like us.. your part of this place.. we however.. are not.. and this has made that very apparent

Neet says: 
 CNS: Oh. Well, good. Better them than us ... that's what I say.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::crosses to Morgan:: Morgan: What do you see?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::Laughs:: FCO: That's putting is mildly

VADM_Sheridan says:
::looks down at Kissi again and smiles::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks at the Captain:: CO: About the new guy or the little boy?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::scratches Neet’s furry head and huffs.. Goes tot he corner of the room and sits on the floor to think::

VADM_Sheridan says:
J`Hoffran: Go ahead and speak the healer if you wish. The builder will be here shortly.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Morgan: Both.  I do not know exactly what your ability means, but still it may come in as useful.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
CO: A bright, cheerful aura. Sweet, good. He came here as a small baby....the child of one of the builder. He watched his father die before he became the Grand Inquisitor.

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
J'Hoffran: What is it you wanted to ask me?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::hesitates:: CO: He will be an old man when the Doomsday Machine lays shadow upon this land.

 J`Hoffran says:
::Still bowing:: CMO: Are you the Healer or the Builder?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks over at the new FCO::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::watches Harriet with interest::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
J'Hoffran: The healer... and you can stop bowing.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::watches the guards watching them.. and then looks at the CSO to make sure he didn't go poof too::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::sees the new FCO's aura::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::notices OPS looking at him and nods::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
CO: The new arrival....he's....happy. He was having a good day before he came here. He's just a bit confused.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Morgan: Your ability has indeed expanded in its interpretive ability.  Then we can trust his innocence.

 J`Hoffran says:
::Stands up:: CMO: I am in awe of your presence great one. ::Nods to the Builder - the CEO:: 

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::concentrates harder:: CO: He is who he says he is, Sir.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
OPS: How’s his aura?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::smiles at the new FCO::

 J`Hoffran says:
CMO: We are aware you have come to visit punishment before our land ... but it is said that you would end the sufferings and evils before this would come. Are you willing to do so?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::looks at the CO and then realizes the reason she is getting antsy and growls::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Morgan: As I suspected.  I do not know why we have traded FCO's, but nevertheless we have.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::wonders how Harriet is going to respond to that::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::smiles back at OPS, curious about this ability::

VADM_Sheridan says:
GI: Kissi, are you feeling alright? All this excitement may not be good for one so young.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks at the XO:: XO: The new FCO, Sir? His aura is clear. Happy but confused. Truthful.

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::A little uncomfortable:: J'Hoffran: Well... It has been proven that bowing is rather bad for your lower back. Um... you don't have to treat me differently.

CPO Beldaur says:  
CNS: Are you all right, Counselor?

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CO: Sir you think that his ship received anyone in return?

 J`Hoffran says:
CMO: But you are a God. 

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
OPS: Well that’s good to know :: Quieter:: But what of that odd the inquisitor?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
CPO: yeah.. just .. annoyed.. we just lost a good card player..

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Telarus: My guess would be Y'et or at least Y'et has returned to the Q.

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Doesn't know what to say::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::notes that Harriet needs help::

The Grand Inquisitor says:  
::Yawns:: Sheridan: I'm tiiiiiired.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::watches the CSO again and ruffles Neet's fur::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Telarus: Now I suggest you join the Admiral.

CPO Beldaur says:  
CNS: Hopefully the Ensign is all right.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Telarus: and your wife and J'Hoffran.

VADM_Sheridan says:
GI: Then you should be taken to rest. J`Hoffran: Kissi wishes to rest.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
XO: A bright, cheerful aura. Sweet, good. He came here as a small baby....the child of one of the builder. He watched his father die before he became the Grand Inquisitor.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::wonders if that so-called husband of hers is going to come to her aid::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
CPO: we have no way to know till this game is over.. ::huffs again and looks away from everyone::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
XO: He will be an old man when the Doomsday Machine lays shadow upon this land

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CO: Aye Sir ::follows along to catch up with the Admiral, Harriet and J'Hoffran::

CPO Beldaur says:  
CNS: Is that what this is?

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::walks up behind his wife:: CMO: Hey

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
OPS: Amazing....How do you know all this? Just from the aura? Or is there more to the gift than that?

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::looks over at OPS::  OPS:  Does he age then?  Will he grow up?

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::moves to Ris'Mor:: Ris'Mor: Counselor, you seem a bit perturbed, may I be of some help?

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: overhears Morgan :: OPS: Can you say how long that may be, Lieutenant?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
CPO: I don't know.. I never did.. this was a bad idea.. we have no way to know what damage we have caused.. Y`Et may only be the first to pay for it

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
Sheridan: Admiral, anything new sir?

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Looks at J'Hoffran:: J'Hoffran: You don't have to act... you know...

 J`Hoffran says:
CEO: You are the Builder.

VADM_Sheridan says:
CEO: J`Hoffran wishes to speak with you.

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Can't find the words::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
CSO: He'll be old, Sir. But....I don't know how fast they age.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: nods ::

 J`Hoffran says:
CMO: I apologize if I offend you, Healer. This is how I was brought up. It is merely our way of worshiping you.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
CO: NO!.. hhhrrrphh.. no.. I think it best to remain with the admiral.. sir..

VADM_Sheridan says:
::sees the J`Hoffran is ignoring the GI so picks up the boy and starts for the door:: All: I shall be right back.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
OPS: It’s horrible to know that this culture is doomed. And we are helpless to help them

ACTION: The Guards feel the urge to halt the Admiral, but know they will be banished to the fires of Jebenezziarian Hell if they do. So all they do is follow the Admiral ... too afraid to do anything else.

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
J'Hoffran: Oh, no! You haven’t offended me at all, I'm sorry, I understand. Um... what do you need done for you?

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
XO: We don't dare interfere with the timeline, Sir.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::nods silently::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CSO: I agree. There fore we take no action to alter it

 J`Hoffran says:
CMO / CEO: We have need of your great abilities. Our city is in peril. And only you can help us. Save the city itself that is. Your fellow brethren, there are tasks they must accomplish before they punish us.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::is somewhat taken aback by the abruptness of the counselor's response:: Ris'Mor: Of course.

VADM_Sheridan says:
GI: Now tell me where your room is? ::walks down the hallway slowly, noticing the guards following them::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::watches with amusement as the admiral plays mommy::

The Grand Inquisitor says:  
::Just barely keeping awake. He feels hard to the touch, but oddly warm. He points at an elaborately made door::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
J'Hoffran: What kind of Peril? ::Wonders about this punishment::

 J`Hoffran says:
CMO: Our city is dying.

VADM_Sheridan says:
::motions to one of the guards:: Guard: Open the door!

 J`Hoffran says:
CMO: I shall explain more later, if you’re Triumphant-ness is willing.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks again at the "living" walls and frowns::

Guard says:  
::Quickly rushes to open the door, fearful of being smited::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Feels a little scared, such a large responsibility:: J'Hoffran: I see. Do you know what of?

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::returns to the XO and CSO:: Pangborn: It would appear that they already understand through their mythology what the future holds.  What they need is in the present.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::stays to the corner as the crew moves about... perhaps doing more damage yet to things they do not understand.. looks at the FCO::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::carries the boy into the room:: GI: Now to get you into bed young man.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
J'Hoffran: How is it dying?

 J`Hoffran says:
CMO: A great sickness.

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::looks over at the CNS::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: turns to watch the conversation between J'Hoffran and Munro :: XO: I suspect our s may expect us to intervene, nonetheless.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::motions for the FCO to come over and stays seated on the floor::

 J`Hoffran says:
CEO: We do not know. We hope that your greatness will help us in finding out. If you are willing, I will show you and explain more. But I am needed to inform your brethren of what other assistance we need.

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::walks over and sits by the CNS::

ACTION: A great bed is waiting for the Grand Inquisitor. Toys and other block-like child play things litter the large room.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
J'Hoffran: What other assistance?

ACTION: A portrait of the Grand Inquisitor's father hangs on the wall. Red light comes through the grand windows ... the twin suns are setting.

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Nods in understanding:: J'Hoffran:  Thank you ::Looks over at the CEO With a sad expression::

 J`Hoffran says:
CEO: Great evils which must be purged. But that is not in your domain, and beneath you oh Great Builder. 

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
FCO: so you had nothing to do with our lost ship huh?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::continues to listen to the conversation with interest::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::carefully lays the boy on the huge bed and removes his shoes, then tucks the covers around him:: GI: There, now isn't that comfy? ::smiles and pats his hand::

 J`Hoffran says:
::Bows slightly:: CEO: If you will excuse me momentarily, great Builder.

The Grand Inquisitor says: 
 ::Smiles in response. Then falls quickly to sleep::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: I do not believe that we can stop their future.  Perhaps only give them comfort in the present.

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
CNS: Aye. I was aboard the Warsaw before I arrived here.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
FCO: what sector were you in? did you ever have contact with Ferengi?

 CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CMO: He must refer to me as the builder because of my engineering and you the healer obviously because your a doctor. I wonder what is this sickness?

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: shakes head:: CO: I would still advise against trying to alter anything in the past, even if we know this world is doomed.

 J`Hoffran says:
ALL: Oh Great Triumphant, if I could only have a moment's time ...

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: turns to look at J'Hoffran ::

VADM_Sheridan says:
:;sits on the side of the bed until the boy falls asleep:: GI: Sweet dreams Kissi. ::leans over and kissed his head::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::finds herself staring at Pangborn::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Throws her gaze to the floor thinking about what her capabilities and understanding may mean for these people:: CEO: I understand... Builder. ::A smile manages to move across her lips::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
CNS: Ferengi? I can't say that I have.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Under normal circumstances, I would agree.  These are far from normal.  We find ourselves in the paradox of time travel. How do we know that we did not aid these people.  If we do nothing could that not also alter their future?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
:;stares, not sure what to make of the situation::

ACTION: The amulet around the Admiral's neck momentarily sparkles in the fading sunlight ... whether it's because of something the Admiral said, or because of reflection cannot be known.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CMO: Ha Ha Ha ::grins::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::gets a dreamy look on her face while she stares::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
FCO: hmmm.. I'm over here because the Captain is half Deltan.. and his medication has worn off.. it's. becoming.. errhhh.. nothing.. so.. did you notice any funny feelings.. a burning.. itching in your throat or ears?

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CMO: I wonder what he means by punishment?

VADM_Sheridan says:
::motions to the guards:: Guards: Watch over him and let no harm befall the child.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks at the captain again::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: purses his lips, and considers carefully the Captain's words ::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
CNS: Mainly the burning sensation of my face turning red, after I realized I was naked.......

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CMO: Let me go talk to the Captain, some of the things he told us sounded weird maybe this can be rationalized.

 J`Hoffran says:
ALL: We know that you were to come soon ... it was said long ago that you would. Most of the people of this great city of Solomon had chosen to forget you ... to pay attention to their studies. But we still believed that perhaps, one day, you would come. And so you have. We know you are here to punish the wicked. And before you tend to the more major matters, we ask that you simply purge some great evils as was said you would with your great fires.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::calls over the Captain's attention:: CO: Sir! A moment please.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks a bit put out::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::wonders who they want them to  kill this time::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::walks to the door and pauses as she glances back at the sleeping boy, then leaves his room to return to the others::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Excuse me.  ::moves to Telarus:: Telarus: Yes?

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
XO:  Purge some great evils?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
FCO: odd.. we came to this.. place after being invited to venture on a quest by an old box.. the crew agreed and here we sit.. with out our ship.. with out our technology and not sure where we are..

VADM_Sheridan says:
::moves back down the hallway to the waiting room, guards in tow::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::wishes the Admiral had come back::

 J`Hoffran says:
ALL: In the Northern Wood, a Witch lives. We do not know if she is responsible for the sickness that plagues our city ... but we do know she had a hand in the death of our last Grand Inquisitor. We have been too fearful to confront her, but you may be able to withstand her powers. We have had word that a D'Gari lives in the hills east of here, they are fierce, horrible creatures. If it is near to the city, it is a threat to our people.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::thinks meeting the witch might be interesting::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::stifles a groan at the word "witch".

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CO: Sir J'Hoffran said some weird things to me

 J`Hoffran says:
ALL: I say, will you fulfill the prophecy ... will you purge these evils? ::Trembling::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
CNS: An old box you say?

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CO: He said something about being punished and that there is a sickness but he was very vague about it.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::looks at Sulek and the Admiral::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
FCO: yes.. very old.. a Ferengi was selling it.. 

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
XO:  I suppose we could at least look into them.  It's not like we have anything else to do.

VADM_Sheridan says:
::enters the room and heads directly for the Captain for some strange reason::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
CNS: They'll try anything for a few strips of latinum.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CTO: Something tell me we need to get involved. I'm just not sure why.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
J'Hoffran: The triumphant need a moment of counsel.  May we be left alone to make our decision.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
XO:  Because that's why we're here?  ::shrugs::

 J`Hoffran says:
::Bows:: CO: Certainly, Great One. ::Gestures for the Guards to back off with him::

VADM_Sheridan says:
CO: Sulek, what is happening? Is there something wrong?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
FCO: yes.. they tried to sale me once..

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::turns to the crew:: Sheridan: We have been asked to kill a witch.  All: Opinions.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
CO:  We should at least check out their claim Sir.  We may not have to kill it.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: shakes his head :: CO: I can only reiterate the terrible risk we take in doing anything that could alter the timeline, Sir.

VADM_Sheridan says:
CO: Surely you have misunderstood.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Cherry: A most wise proposal.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: and the paradox?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
CO: And these D'gari?

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: J'Hoffran was quite clear.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CSO: This planet is doomed regardless of what take place here. Who's to say we aren’t a part of its history

Neet says:  
::Squeaks at the FCO, although the CNS hears it as:: CNS: He smells funny.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks at Kraight:: CSO: Perhaps we are meant to be a part of their future.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CO: If that is the request I mean that is like we are being pointed to what we have to do here. It looks as if we are these people's liberator.

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
CO: Sir, I am being asked to save an entire city with nothing, what am I to do? ::Puts her head in her hands while seating herself in the table::

VADM_Sheridan says:
CO: We must not take another life Sulek. There has to be another way.

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::puzzled::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::runs a tired hand through her hair::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: Agreed, but each journey has offered us a quest of sorts.  This appears no different.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
All: We don't know that there is a paradox, or what we are 'meant' to be. We *do* know the kind of havoc that seemingly insignificant changes can wreak on our own history.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::wonders at the fact that she and Pangborn are always the first to want to jump right in::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
FCO: different adventure.. when the XO got kidnapped

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
CNS: I see....

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
All: Then is it agreed that we will take Cherry's advice and at least investigate this "witch"

VADM_Sheridan says:
CO: Sulek, you know that I will never sanction murder under any circumstances.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::thinks that the witch won’t be too happy to see them anyway::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
FCO: I'm afraid you won't be flying any ships on this.. umm ... mission

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CO: This witch could well not be a witch but have technology available.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: We are not assassins, Serena.  If we can help, without causing the direct death of another, then perhaps we should try.

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
CNS: I guess not. Well, the chair can get a bit uncomfortable at times.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
FCO: I'm sure.. I hope you like walking.. oh and I will see about getting you some cloths that fit

VADM_Sheridan says:
::lays her hand on his arm:: CO: I trust in your logic Sulek, but there is something about this that is not right.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CSO: You're observation is noted, but surely you realize that so far we've been so out of bounds in all of these adventures that we may have already violated temporal causality. We won't know if we never get back...but if we do, we might find we did the right thing

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: It is not logical, but sometimes we must take the path that is laid before us.

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
CNS: Heh, thanks. ::smiles::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::glances over at the XO and huffs at the fact he suddenly reflects her concerns::

=/\==/\==/\==/\==/\= Pause Mission =/\==/\==/\==/\==/\=

XO Cmdr Pangborn says:
::standing in his room, waiting for the counselor and the captain to show, apprehensive::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::wraps softly on Pangborn’s door::

 XO Cmdr Pangborn says:
Come in.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::enters:: Pangborn: Commander, did I wake you?

 XO Cmdr Pangborn says:
Not at all Captain. I've been meaning to speak with you and the counselor. There have been some changes you both need to be aware of.  She should be on her way

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: I thought there might be.  We have had little time to discuss your problem.

 CNS Lt Ris`Mor says:
::notices the captain at the XO's sleep room door and sits on the ground to watch. Having gotten use to walking on all fours, still looks like a normal gray mountain lion.. Decides to see what’s going on. Goes to the door and pokes her head in since it's not shut all the way::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::turns and sees the counselor:: Ris'Mor: Ahhh, Counselor, please join us.

 XO Cmdr Pangborn says:
Yes, and I've been derelict in reporting to you....::sees the counselor:: Come in Teim, this concerns you as well as the captain

 CNS Lt Ris`Mor says:
hmmm.. ::comes in the door and closes it with her back foot.. and finds a place to sit on the floor::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: Dereliction is not how I would describe it.  We have all had our share of personal problems to deal with it.  I am pleased that you have decided to include the Counselor. ::moves to sit in one of the chairs in the room::

 XO Cmdr Pangborn says:
 I'm afraid to report to you both that I may no longer be fit for duty. The trickster. On two occasions that I know of, it has possessed my physical being, controlling all.  Right now I am all right, and I'm me. But the trickster I believe is now a real part OF me. Locked away in my brain - it happened when I killed it. There was a skew in the astral plane that did not allow the trickster to die - so it....it cam into me

 CNS Lt Ris`Mor says:
::flips tail and considers what he just said:: have you been having.. Episodes of.. Hate? Because of this? ::can't really find a better word, more interested in finding a solution to the recent behavior changes::

 XO Cmdr Pangborn says:
::angst ridden, paces:: I need this thing out of me once and for all ::looks at CNS Lt Ris`Mor:: No counselor. When it takes over, the "real" XO Cmdr Pangborn is not conscious. When I am myself - I am myself

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: Given the position we are in, fitness for duty is irrelevant.  Counselor: The commander seems to be sharing his mind with the Trickster.  We do not know how this is occurring, but an answer needs to be found.  I have every confidence in your abilities to help in this troublesome situation.

 CNS Lt Ris`Mor says:
Captain, there isn't much I can do, other than constantly watch him and restrain him when he isn't himself.. I'm not well versed on the metaphysical. 

 CNS Lt Ris`Mor says:
Commander, I have noticed you acting odd at times, generally during high stress. You seem to have a new 'killer instinct'

 XO Cmdr Pangborn says:
The essence of the trickster was transferred to me. The must be some way to ...exorcise it. Yet I fear this will be something that I must do alone.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: Yet, is the trickster always present or is it only able to contact and control on a metaphysical plane.  For example only when you are asleep?

 XO Cmdr Pangborn says:
The trickster has a habit of appearing to me during these times of high stress. I can't help but feel it

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: But what about the times it has taken control?

 XO Cmdr Pangborn says:
Sulek: The trickster can only take over when I sleep

 CNS Lt Ris`Mor says:
I disagree Commander, it occurred when you were mind linked to the captain.. That might have something to do with it, Sulek is also part of the puzzle in this case ::looks at the captain::

 XO Cmdr Pangborn says:
::surprised: The captain?

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Ris'Mor: I must agree, but apparently it was unable to trace the bond.

 XO Cmdr Pangborn says:
Counselor, what is your recommendation? Am I out of my mind here?

 CNS Lt Ris`Mor says:
Think about it, the captain was sucked into your mind along with that thing, when you killed it, it had 2 potential hosts to live off, and we might be facing a bigger challenge if any of it lives in Sulek as well

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: For a time, I contemplated re-establishing the link, but then there was the strong possibility that the Trickster could just as easily use me, as it is that we might be able to banish it.

 CNS Lt Ris`Mor says:
Captain, have you been meditating as you normally do?

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Ris'Mor: Yes, although for a time as the suppressant left my system, concentration was difficult.  Things are beginning to return to normal for me; however, it may be that the crew will soon be in for a worse time of it if they are in close proximity.

 CNS Lt Ris`Mor says:
Captain that is already happening. ::looks over at the commander:: there is the possibility that this thing may share the same space in your mind that was created when the captain created the mind link with you, there by removing him from the equation, but creating.. No, forging some kind of mind kin

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Ris'Mor: I suspected as much.

 XO Cmdr Pangborn says:
I don't like the sound of this at all

 CNS Lt Ris`Mor says:
Commander I'm afraid you may be facing this alone as far as your internal mind workings go, but it may be of benefit for you to begin Vulcan meditations to learn where it is and what can be done. Until it's isolated we are shooting in the dark even if we found a 'cure' as it were

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: There are a few techniques that I could try, and I am sure that the counselor's training has a few a bit more oriented to humans.

 XO Cmdr Pangborn says:
Sulek: You know me better than anyone on board. Am I capable of Vulcan mediation?

 CNS Lt Ris`Mor says:
::flips tail and thinks a bit more.. Ben wouldn't be as effected as the female members of the crew to be around the CO.. Huffs at that conclusion and looks around the room for a moment::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: What we must first do is help you shield your mind.  Meditation is more for a purging of emotions...stress if you will.  Your connection to the trickster would indicate that you have some ability.  A block however minimal may be useful.

 XO Cmdr Pangborn says:
Sulek/Teim: Anything I can do to contain it until I find a way to kill it for good will help.

 CNS Lt Ris`Mor says:
Captain at this point emotional control would help since the being enjoys the stronger negative emotions. And acts on them when ever possible. Commander, killing it might not be the solution, doing so got you in this mess, removal may be our best option, but...

 XO Cmdr Pangborn says:
Then what is? I'm not going to wander around the rest of my life with a split personality

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Counselor: There is a human technique called hypnosis.  Perhaps by placing the XO in such a state, you and I could help him more quickly develop the tools of emotional control and shielding his mind.

 CNS Lt Ris`Mor says:
Suppression, locking away, or finding it a new host perhaps.. It’s not physical any more and an animal or non-sentient vessel that could house energy may be a good place to start, if one exists. That is possible Captain.

 XO Cmdr Pangborn says:
Transference then.

 CNS Lt Ris`Mor says:
Commander you said you felt lead to do this adventure, do you remember what made you feel that way?

 XO Cmdr Pangborn says:
I was...emotionally compelled counselor

 CNS Lt Ris`Mor says:
By what?

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: Since its great god needed a physical entity, since the destruction of the trickster, it may need the same.

 XO Cmdr Pangborn says:
By a desire to know...to find out what was beyond the box. Pandora's box as its turning out

 CNS Lt Ris`Mor says:
Captain that would be a good idea after the current problem is solved, we can't have the trickster taking him over a s a result and causing more damage then we already are ::huffs::

 CNS Lt Ris`Mor says:
I think it best to work on suppression and mental locks until we find a better solution, as for us XO Cmdr Pangborn here, what ever called you have haven't found yet, perhaps it wasn't calling you XO Cmdr Pangborn, maybe I will prove to be your solution

XO Cmdr Pangborn says:
I'll try anything

CNS Lt Ris`Mor says:
::looks at the Captain:: do you concur?

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Counselor: I am concerned about giving it any physical form that we cannot control.  It may seek better quarters once that is done.  The great god needed to lock away the mental part of its  body, perhaps we too can construct a metaphysical cage for it until we can transfer it and then beam it out into space on the widest possible distribution.

 CNS Lt Ris`Mor says:
agreed. ::looks at the commander::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Counselor: But that will not be possible until our return.

 XO Cmdr Pangborn says:
I agree. We'll need to work on containment, then dispersal

 CNS Lt Ris`Mor says:
then we work on mental locks in the mean time

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: I will consider a link but only as a last resort.

 XO Cmdr Pangborn says:
Sulek: Then I’ll work with the counselor for the time being. Keeping the wolf at bay.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: You will have to use this meditation on a daily basis.  There can be no exceptions.

 XO Cmdr Pangborn says:
Sulek: Understood

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn/Ris'Mor: I suggest as you work together, that you consider the cage we first encountered.  If it worked for the Trickster, then it will perhaps work for us.

 CNS Lt Ris`Mor says:
::nods and flips her tail::

 XO Cmdr Pangborn says:
::nods in agreement:: Then its settled. For now. I only ask one thing of the two of you. I do not want this condition revealed to the crew.

 CNS Lt Ris`Mor says:
understood

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: I will abide by your decision only if it does not become necessary that we do.  There is a chance that it could become necessary.

 XO Cmdr Pangborn says:
::frowns:: I understand captain

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