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

BUILDING BLOCKS
Four

Arc Title: Building Blocks
Episode: Four
Mission Number: 277
Creator: Michael Jones
Ship Manager: Michael Jones
Stardate: 10405.10

Previously …

The Crew have found themselves playing yet another series of parts in yet another adventure. On this world of Jebenezziar, they are thought to be the Triumphant: the block shaped people’s gods. 

In the city of Solomon, they found a people that both worshiped them and feared them at the same time. Speaking to J’Hoffran, Alpha Minister of the Local Solomon Temple of the Triumphant, they learned that the Triumphant were expected to come one day – “to punish this city for it’s believed wicked ways.” However, before the city itself could be “punished” – other evils had to be dealt with first. 

J’Hoffran has asked the “Triumphant” to confront two of these “evils” – a witch that lives in the Northern Woods, and a dangerous creature called the D’Gari which now resides in the Eastern Hills. 

After spending the night at the Castle, the crew have split up to deal with these threats while some personnel remain behind in the city to investigate the mystery of Solomon …

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 fiancee 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. 

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.

Ragana Yaga – The Witch of the Northern Wood seems to be both a mix of mystery and darkness. Living in a hut that seems to be held up by chicken legs, Yaga believes herself to be merely a fixture of past times. An element of the magicks that used to inhabit this world; magicks that the world has now forgotten, moving into a future of sciences and knowledge. She feels as if her and her kind have been forgotten, and feels most eager to welcome the arrival of the mysterious “Triumphant.”

The D’Gari (Typhon / Echida / Chimera) – The D’Gari are three headed, feathered “dragons” of the world of Jebenezziar. At least they used to be. It seems, like the Witch Yaga, they are forgotten creatures of the past, and have been hunted to near extinction. The D’Gari the crew meets in the cavernous Eastern hills claims to be the last of his/her/it’s kind. Three heads with different names, and three entirely different personalities await them. Typhon (the smartest and most eloquently spoken of the three) is a person dying for someone to talk to, and is most eager to meet the “Triumphant.” Echida is a feminine creature whose sole intent in life is to gain the attention of Typhon. She sees love in everything. Some would think her naïve; others would think her a seer of true souls. Chimera is the incarnation of all that the Jebenezziarians fear … pure unadulterated animalistic viciousness. All he seeks is battle and slaughter. Thankfully, the other two personalities of the D’Gari body keep him in check.

U.S.S. Quirinus Stardate 10405.10 "Building Blocks" Episode Four
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@ ACTION: The Northern Woods were thick and filled with bristles. An uneasy thickness filled the murky air. After an hour of travel, the Jebenezziarian guide arrived with the Captain's group in a brief clearing within the woods. A picket fence was before them, with animal skulls on each picket. Beyond it, a dirty shamble of a hut.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@::leads team through the woods:: Guide:  This is it?

# ACTION: The Eastern Hills are a grand open area. The twin suns bathe the tree-less region. In the distance farmers can be seen pushing furry balls around. Caverns can also be seen.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
# ::cautiously leads the group into the land of the D'gari::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# ::follows the XO::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#FCO: Too bad you couldn't have appeared with a tricorder in hand

ACTION: In the City, a normal day of study and work begins. The Admiral, CEO, CMO, TO & Eisenhower are being led by J'Hoffran through the streets.

VADM_Sheridan says:
::steps out into the morning light and stretches as she looks around::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
#XO: A tricorder would've been splendid, sir. ::chuckles::  But I would've settled for clothes.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::comes to a halt near the Captain::

Guide says: 
 @ ::Very very very nervous:: CO: Yes, sir. Right through the fence. Just follow the path to get back to the city! Good luck! ::Runs away::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#FCO: We all came in naked. Must be the gateways way of telling us something .::grins::

Guide #2 says: 
 # XO: That cavern is where the creature is believed to be .. ::Gestures to a particularly large one::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::watches as the guide runs away like the hounds of hell are nipping at his backside::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Walks with JH (His new nick name) thinking about the assignment ahead::

J'Hoffran says:  
His Group: Right this way. 

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@All: That bodes well, doesn't it?

ACTION: The City group moves through the familiar crowded thoroughfare, people briefly bow and go about their business.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# ::looks at the now dressed FCO and XO and grins.. huffs.. and sniffs around at the air.. watching the farmers messing with giant animals that have a lot of fur::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#FCO/CSO/CNS: Suggestions anyone? If we're going in there, I’d want some crude weapons at least

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
#XO: Really?

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@::looks at the CTO:: Cherry: Do you think we should just go up and knock?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#FCO: Yes indeed

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@Morgan: What do you see?

VADM_Sheridan says:
::looks back for Telarus, Munro and Eisenhower:: All: Stay together now.

# ACTION: A THUD is heard. A large bag was dropped by the Guide who has seemingly run away.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#CNS: Smell anything out of the ordinary?

Lt. Jg. Eisenhower says:  
::Unconsciously pushes into the TO::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# XO: like what, we have no trees. Don't you have the knife still?

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# XO: We know little about this creature, sir. Perhaps we can ask the local farmers about its habits and armaments.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
Sheridan: Aye Admiral.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::looks at Cherry for a moment and then turns and stares at the hut::

@ ACTION: The hut, surprisingly, is held up by tiny chicken's feet.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# XO: everything smells weird

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# :: goes to check that bag that the guide dropped ::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::looks back at the captain:: CO: Nothing, Sir. It’s just a regular hut. No aura.

# ACTION: The Bag is filled with weapons.

VADM_Sheridan says:
::moves next to the TO::TO: I hope you got a good night's rest. I think we're in for a long day.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#CSN: Yes, I have it, but given what we've been told, I doubt its effectiveness

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
#::listening to the CNS, glad he showered shortly before being zapped away::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# :: holds up several items from the bag :: XO: You were saying, Sir?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#CSO: I agree, lets ask around ALL: Lets meet the locals

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::notices the chicken feet with a moue of disgust::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::yawns:: TO: It's always a long day, sir.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# XO: true.. 

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#::moves toward one of the nearby farms::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# :: packs the items away again and slings the bag over his shoulder ::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# :: follows ::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
#::Follows the XO::

ACTION: The City group begins to make it through the large crowds. They begin to move down a small path between buildings.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@Cherry: Suggestions.  We cannot just stand here.

VADM_Sheridan says:
:;looks over at J`Hoffran:: J`Hoffran: Where are you leading us?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# ::nudges the FCO as they walk:: FCO: so is this the strangest away mission you have ever done?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::looks at the captain:: CO: Perhaps we should just knock, Sir?

J'Hoffran says: 
 Sheridan: To where our fair city has been poisoned oh extravagant one.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#::Gets close to one of the farmers, within earshot at least:: Farmer: Excuse me Sir, but might I make a few inquiries of you?

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CMO: What do you make of all of this?

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
#CNS: Yes it is. Though I honestly haven't been on many.

Farmer says: 
 # ::Looks at the peculiar looking people:: XO: You are the Triumphant?

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
CEO: Hard work.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# FCO: ahh

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@Morgan: Perhaps yes.  ::moves toward what appears to be a gate in the fence, cautiously::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::motions to the doctor:: CMO: You heard that right?

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
#CNS: You've got yourself a pretty green Ensign here. The Warsaw was my first assignment, and I'd arrived three weeks ago....

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# :: sotto voce :: XO: Careful, sir...

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CMO: I am trying to figure how I can help them because your expertise is obviously going to be needed but what do they need fixing?

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
VADM: Poisoned city, yes.

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
CEO: Perhaps there is an engineering difficulty that is causing their illness.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::looks around at the others and follows::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# FCO: I wouldn't worry about being new, this isn't exactly by the book at this point

VADM_Sheridan says:
CMO: Keep a look out for anything unusual that might explain things, once we reach our destination.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#Farmer: Yes, we are. We've come to ask about the D'gari

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Nods::

ACTION: As the group moves on, the multi-colored, strong-looking blocks begin to give way to grayer ones, which have cracks. Finally they arrive in what appears to be a great deserted part of the city. Buildings are in rumble, the walls have fallen, and the Great forest can be seen beyond. All the blocks are black and rotted through.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::wishes they had a few weapons::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@::opens the gate and approaches the house's front door::

Farmer says: 
 # ::Bows, then rises:: XO: The D'Gari are horrible creatures.

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
#::nods at the CNS::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Thinks no wonder they are sick::

J'Hoffran says:  
::Looks saddened::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::follows the captain bravely....all right, reluctantly.::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# ::listens to the farmer and the XO:: FCO: great, more than one

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# Farmer: Have you ever seen one?

VADM_Sheridan says:
:;stops at looks at the devastation:: All: Wow, look at that!

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
#CNS: Excellent....

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#Farmer: Can you describe them? How many are there and how big are they. Where is there habitat?

Farmer says: 
 # CSO: Seen one? No. Heard one though ... from that there cavern. ::Points::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::dutifully looks::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
J'Hoffran: What happened here?

VADM_Sheridan says:
J`Hoffran: Tell us what happened here.

Farmer says: 
 # XO: They pillage and maim and kill all!

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
All: Well their current living conditions could describe the reason of their illness but what on the mechanical side can I help them with to alleviate this.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# Farmer: Do you know of anyone nearby who has seen a D'Gari?

J'Hoffran says:  
Sheridan / CMO: The walls, they started to discolor ... grow sick. We had thought that the process was reverting, but it was worse than that. The moaning scared everyone away ... and then they died and crumbled.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# ::watches the farmer.. he hasn't seen what ever this thing is but he's sure it causes damage.. hmmm::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@::steps up on to the porch, looks at Ops and Beldaur and then lightly raps on the door::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#CSO: What’s you're opinion Kraight. Suggestions.

VADM_Sheridan says:
::motions to Wolverton to do a quick search of the area::

@ ACTION: A crackled voice speaks from the inside - "Come in fair travelers"

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::swallows tightly::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# XO: We still have little data, sir. All I can suggest at this time is the obvious: caution.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
J'Hoffran: Do you have any machines that sustain your city or any other type of device that does that?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#CNS: Move off to the cave - but not too close. Just get a good whiff and report back to me

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@::he opens the door and looks inside as light washes into the room::

J'Hoffran says: 
CEO: Well, the blocks sustain the city. 

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::is very glad that she isn't in the lead::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#FCO: What’s your take on this Grainger?

VADM_Sheridan says:
J`Hoffran: Moaning? :;looks puzzled::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# XO: right sir.. ::gets back on all 4's and races off.. stalking the cave entrance::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
J'Hoffran: Are you saying that these walls are... people?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#CSO: We've got some lighting correct?

J'Hoffran says: 
 ::Somewhat shuddering. Fearful that this is why the Triumphant are here:: CMO: W-why yes ...

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
#XO: Well, sir, I wish we had a few more hands, not to mention a phaser rifle or two...

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# :: checks bag :: XO: Uh... no. Perhaps we can borrow a torch from a farmer.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# ::gets with in a good striking distance of the cave entrance and sniffs around.. checking out the ground, the air, and paces a bit around the entrance before heading back::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::peers around the captain's shoulder::

@ ACTION: The inside of the hut is a collection of wonder and grotesqueness A bedding of animal skins is to the side. Tiny skeletons of creatures never seen before hand from the ceiling. Amazing smelling candles lay everywhere. A figure can be seen seated on the far side, near some sort of cauldron.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#FCO: Would be nice. CSO: Noted, try and procure one

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::looks out across the blocks... bodies of these people::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
VADM: Admiral I would like to break off and take a look at some of these blocks.

VADM_Sheridan says:
CMO: Check some of these blocks and see if you can find out what happened.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::wrinkles her nose slightly as she looks around the room::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@::for a moment, he wonders about Serena and hopes that she is safe::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
J'Hoffran: I need to know if there is a main center a source of power for all of the blocks that are in your city

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
#::Lets out a short laugh, although still nervous::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# XO: well.. ::sniffs and stands back up on her back legs:: 

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@::he enters and moves to the center of the room::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Nods then walks up to some of the shorter piles and begins to move around it examining its surface::

J'Hoffran says: 
 CEO: The power runs through all the blocks. They power the city. With ... with their life force. There is the Source. But to tamper with that would revert them back to their normal state.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# :: turns to the farmer :: Farmer: We will attempt to find the D'Gari. Could you loan us some torches, to help us find our way in its lair?

VADM_Sheridan says:
CEO: You might check some of the nearby blocks that are still standing. There may be something to give us a clue.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::follows the captain into the room and looks at the figure more closely::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::eyes those same nearby blocks warily::

ACTION: Some of the remains of the blocks seem to house charred organs ... and a very distinct rotting smell. Faces can be seen forming in the stones and rubble in grotesque last screams.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
VADM: Aye Aye sir.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# All: it's musky, there's warmer air coming from the cave, that indicates it's alive and inside, there's old prey, molding also, and blah... dung near the entrance

VADM_Sheridan says:
TO: Any ideas about this?

Farmer says:  
# ::Reaches behind one of his furry balls, and pulls out a lantern. Hands it to the CSO::

Lt. Jg. Eisenhower says: 
 ::Unconsciously grabs the TO's hand in fright at the sight of the faces in the blocks::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# :: bows :: Farmer: Many thanks.  :: returns to the group ::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Feels the air is so thick that she is breathing in the rot of these now lifeless forms::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
VADM: Not without a bit of investigation. ::trots into the madness to investigate::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@::quietly:: Morgan: What of her aura do you see?

Ragana Yaga says:  
@ ::A short, fat, ugly gray woman steps from the other side. She looks like a former Jebenezziarian, but her block features have withered and rounded. She wears no clothing:: ALL: Welcome, fair travelers.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
J'Hoffran: I will need to see the Source.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#FCO: Outfit yourself with the best weapon Kraight has. Looks like we'll be going in. CNS: We're going in, as soon as....Kraight has a torch now....ALL: Lets mover out. I'll take point, you all stay close behind. Understood?

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
#CNS: Looks like whatever is in there marked its territory pretty well.....bleh.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# :: studies the lantern a moment, and figures out the lighting mechanism ::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::looks at the figure and nods:: Witch: Good morning, Sir.

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Feels tears threatening at the back of her eyes::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
#XO: Aye sir.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#::moves toward the cave::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::stares at her more closely and frowns::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::shakes her head sadly then takes a few steps, bends down and touches one of the crumbled blocks::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
#CSO: What do you have as far as weapons, sir?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# FCO: yep, some of it is still warm too, watch where you step

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# :: shows Grainger the contents of the bag -- three very oddly shaped axes, a sword, and large hammer ::

Ragana Yaga says: 
 @ ::Curtsies:: OPS: And a good morning to you, fair "goddess."

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#CSO: Kraight, hand me the lantern please

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::pokes and prods::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
#::pulls out the sword and balances it in his hand::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Moves to some blocks that still appear to have some life left in them::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# XO: Here, sir. :: shows Pangborn how to light the device ::

ACTION: Whatever the TO pokes is squishy, not like a rock.

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
#CSO: Hmm, nice.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@Yaga: Then you know?

ACTION: At the CMO's approach, faces start to form in the rocks. A horrible moaning is heard. They are in great pain. Lesions form all over.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#::takes the lantern just as they arrive at the entrance to the cave, takes a deep breath:: ALL: Ready folks?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@ ::whispers:: CO: Its like none I've ever seen before.....flashing colors....black to red to blue to orange....no shades like normal colors, no mixing of colors....just flashing solids.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# XO: no.. but lets go anyway

VADM_Sheridan says:
::gently caresses a piece of a block, closing her eyes for a moment, trying to sense the soul inside::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::frowns at the word "Goddess"::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@Morgan: And what does it tell you if anything?

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
#::takes a deep breath::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::thinks the squishy things are not rocklike, and is amused::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# XO: ready as we'll ever be, I suspect.

Ragana Yaga says: 
@ CO: I know many things, but not all. It takes some work to learn more ... ::She quickly steps forward, and with her claw like hands, snatches some hair from OPS and the CTO::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#ALL: Keep tucked in tight:: enters the cave, holding a knife and the lantern::

Lt. Jg. Eisenhower says:  
::Moves to the side and throws up::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::looks at the captain and turns back in shock as her hair is pulled::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# :: follows ::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Throws her hands over her ears and feels the hot tears trickle down her cheeks::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# ::goes in the cave too::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@Yaga: Can I help you with something? ::frowns:: I didn't attempt to hurt you, did I?

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
#::flourishes his sword, and follows into the cave::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::looks over at Erin:: EO: Are you all right?

Ragana Yaga says:  
@ ::Moves over to the cauldron and tosses the hair into the water, begins to stir:: OPS: No, fair "goddess." You have not. Yet. I am Ragana Yaga. I believe the blocked ones sent you to kill me.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
CO: I'm not sure, Sir. Normal people have shades....pallets of moving colors. It’s almost as she shifts totally from good to evil...to happy...to sad.

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Moves closer to the blocks trying to get a closer look at the veins::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::walks up to the blocks that are still somewhat lit up and checks them out::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@Yaga: Hardly a way to greet your guests.  We merely wish to know why you trouble them so?

VADM_Sheridan says:
::a sensation of great pain washes over her mind causing her to move away from the charred block::

# ACTION: The cavern is ongoing. As they move deeper into it, a horrid scent fills their nostrils. A putrid stench fills their every breath. It is almost unbearable.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#::looks around the dimly lit cave::

Lt. Jg. Eisenhower says: 
 ::Wipes her mouth:: TO: Yes ... just ... a little too much to bear ...

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# ::tries not to gag as they travel onward::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::looks surprised:: Yaga: We are not murders.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::nods sympathetically:: EO: Maybe you should take a little space from this for a minute.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#CNS: I bet your nose is going wild. Mine is.

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
#CNS: Ugh, how can you take this stench?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# XO/FCO: barely... hurts.. really bad.. ughfff

Lt. Jg. Eisenhower says: 
TO: Yeah, it might be a good idea ...

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#::leads further into the cave::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::walks over to the doctor:: CMO: Do you have any theories as to how all this came about?

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# :: grimaces :: All: Yeugh. Smells like a dead melkur-bird after four days...

Ragana Yaga says: 
 @ ::Stares at OPS as if she knows something she does not:: OPS: Is that a fact.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# CSO: no.. much worse

# ACTION: Suddenly, a great roar fills the cavern. The group feels hot breath on their faces.

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
#::stops dead in his tracks::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@Morgan: Then she is neither purely evil nor good....wouldn't that tend to make her normal?

Ragana Yaga says:  
@ ALL: So, what are your names fair Triumphant?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# ::gets low to the floor and draws her claws::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#ALL: Be on your toes. Something defiantly died here

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@Yaga: We only kill when we are attacked and have no other choice. Can you say the same?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#CNS: Are you all right?

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
VADM: It reminds me of... Legonas. I have seen a few ways of treating it and the condition affects the Brikar who are not all that unlike these people.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# :: strains to see what confronts them ::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
VADM: Sir, I don't know how I can have an effect against or for the repair of these blocks they are all bionic or fully organic but I am betting on fully organic but I would need to say that there has to be a power source

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@Yaga: I am Sulek, this is Jade, and Beldaur.

# ACTION: A massive creature drops down from the ceiling before them. It appears to be some sort of feathered dragon ... it has three heads, all similar except for one of them has One eye, a second has Two, and a third has Three (in that succession).

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@CO: That's the problem, Sir....she's NOT normal. She is totally one or the other.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# ::backs up a bit::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#::recoils, and takes a defensive posture::

# ACTION: But if they were expecting another earth-shattering roar, they are mistaken ... instead the second head (with Two eyes) speaks with a great booming voice (which sounds oddly British) - "Why, hello"

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@Morgan: Most interesting.  Does she not have control then?

VADM_Sheridan says:
:;thinks to herself for a moment:: CEO: See if you can find anything that could qualify as a power source then. Check with J`Hoffran. He may be able to help.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#::taken aback:: Dragon: You are the D'gari?

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::pokes and prods some more::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
VADM: They can't be self containing unless they are autotrophy.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# ::eases up a bit and blinks:: Critter: Hello to you too

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# :: blinks in surprise :: FCO: Lower your weapon, Mr. Grainger. This being is sentient.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
J'Hoffran: I need to see the Source, it has to be feeding power to these blocks.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::shakes her head:: She either has no control...or is not the same person at all times. ::is giving herself a headache:: A theory, of course.

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
#::sticks the tip of the sword into the ground::

Typhon says: 
 # ::The Second British head:: XO: We are the D'Gari. I am Typhon.

VADM_Sheridan says:
CMO: Can you come up with a treatment for the blocks then?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# CSO: yeah, it knows how to say pardon me as it eats you all up.. ::huffs and sits down on the cold cavern floor::

Ragana Yaga says:  
@ ::Continues stirring:: OPS: You are a seer, although not a very good one.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
# Typhon: So then you al have separate personalities?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::grins at that:: Yaga: I am...me. I don't claim to be anything.

J'Hoffran says:  
CEO: I see. Well, follow me then ... Admiral: Admiral, I believe the Grand Inquisitor wished to see you again when he awoke. He should be up soon. Would you like to return to the Castle?

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# :: cannot suppress a smile at the Counselor's comment ::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@Morgan: Curiouser and Curiouser, I believe the saying is.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::nods::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
J'Hoffran: Lead the way...

Typhon says: 
 # ::Rolls his eyes:: XO: Most regrettably so. OH, if only you could understand what it's like having to contest with other voices in my head ...

VADM_Sheridan says:
::smiles at the mention of the Grand Inquisitor:: J`Hoffran: I would like that very much.

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
VADM: I seem to recall a plant called Proporix. It of coarse would be called something else here but if we could find some... it might just do the trick sir

Ragana Yaga says: 
@ ALL: So you are the Triumphant. Is that it?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#Typhon: Can you tell me why the Farmers fear you so? You seem. benevolent.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@Yaga: You are a seer or a woman of power? A wise woman, perhaps? ::really wants her hair back::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# ::looks at the XO and huffs, looks back to make sure Kraight and Grainger are safe for the time being::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@Yaga: There are others.

First Head says: 
 # ::Suddenly roars and tries to snap at the group:: TEAR YOUR FLESH AND GRIND YOUR BONES I WILL DEVOUR YOUR FLESH AND RIP AT YOUR INNARDS!!!!

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::looks around as she lets the captain answer the tough questions::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#::frowns at the not-so-subtle irony of the Dragon having more than one personality::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
#::steps forward to stand beside Pangborn, then jumps back a bit at the First Head's outburst ::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#::recoils again:: 

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
#XO: That's a bit disconcerting....

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# ::her fur stands up and she takes an attack position, claws ready and hisses::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# Typhon: The.. ah... first head seems less friendly than you.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#Typhon: Which one of you controls your body?

VADM_Sheridan says:
CMO: See if you can find some of this Proporix. Take Wolverton with you.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@::notes Morgan as she observes the room, yes perhaps a key to this individual lies in her belongings;:

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#FCO: To say the least. Maybe it was a demonstration of why they are feared

Typhon says: 
 # ::Rolls eyes  again:: XO: I'm afraid that's because of him. He is quite the dullard, now isn't he?

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
#XO: I don't suppose the first head is all talk....

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# Typhon: Have you any control of him at all?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# XO: maybe... 

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Looks about for Wolverton::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# FCO: from the smell I would say no

Typhon says:  
# XO: We all have equal say. If it were up to Chimera here, we'd devour half the countryside Of course, we haven't devoured any Jebenezziarians in ... oh, say, a few centuries ... by the way, who are you lads?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#::nods:: Typhon: I did get a strong sense of drama queen from head number one

VADM_Sheridan says:
CEO: Telarus, I'm heading back to the castle. Keep an eye on the rest of our people.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::standing within a meter of the CMO wondering what she's looking at::

Ragana Yaga says:  
@ OPS: I see what is meant to be seen.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#Typhon: We are the Triumphant

Ragana Yaga says: 
 @ CO: I do not doubt you. You are the Triumphant ... but not the Triumphant that the Jebenezziarians are expecting. You are an entirely different kind of triumphant.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# ::wonders if that was wise::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@::slowly he approaches the cauldron:: Yaga: What is its purpose and why did you need the hair?

Typhon says: 
# ::Starts laughing::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::ponders that for a moment::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# ::nope... that wasn't wise::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
#::tightens his grip on the hilt, weapon still lowered::

VADM_Sheridan says:
:;turns to J`Hoffran:: J`Hoffran: Are you coming back to the castle as well?

Ragana Yaga says:  
@ ::Looks into the cauldron:: CO: It helps me to see better.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# Typhon: Why are you amused?

J'Hoffran says:  
::Nervously looks around and comes along::

Typhon says: 
 # CSO: Because YOU are not the Triumphant.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@Yaga: If you would like to know something, I will do my best to answer you.  You need not take from us.

# ACTION: The third head starts to cuddle with the second. The third one appears to be female. Typhon shrugs off the third head.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#::quietly:: CSO: Do we have anything better than a sword in that bag? Just in case?

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
J'Hoffran: Thank You. I will take a look at the Source.

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
TO: I could use your assistance. We need to find a blue plant called Proporix. It may be key to saving these people.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# :: sotto voce :: XO: A few axes, sir, and a hammer.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
CMO: Do we know anything besides that it's blue?

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@Yaga: As you said, we are travelers of a sort.

Ragana Yaga says:  
@ ::Stares into the black and murky water in her cauldron:: CO: No, I suppose there isn't much I should take from you. Currently all you offer is death.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#CSO: Crud

VADM_Sheridan says:
:;can't help but notice J`Hoffran's nervousness:: J`Hoffran: Something bothering you?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# Typhon: we are distant travels seeking our way.. our way has led here

J'Hoffran says:  
::Starts to lead the CEO & Admiral back to the castle:: Admiral: It's just ... ::Mumbles:: ... I'm waiting to see when you shall punish us for our sins ...

Typhon says: 
 # CNS: Of that I have no doubt. Third Head says:  # Typhon: Tyyyyyyphonnnnnn ... ::She coos::

Typhon says: 
 # Third Head: Off me woman! Echida, back! 

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::flips around:: J'Hoffran: What are you taking about?

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
#::looks over at the third head::

J'Hoffran says: 
 ::Nearly drops to his knees in terror at the CEO spinning around::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# Typhon: we come seeking the cause of the death to the people, we were told that was you

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
J'Hoffran: Get up, what sins what would we punish you for why would we even punish you?

Typhon says: 
 # ::Chuckles and leans down to the level of the CNS:: CNS: We haven't killed any people in centuries. Neither have any of the other D'Gari ... although that's for other reasons ...

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@Yaga: He offers death or we all do?

VADM_Sheridan says:
::stops and helps J`Hoffran up:: J`Hoffran: Please, there is no need to get on your knees. We will not harm you.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# Typhon: so there are many of you, do you know what is causing this decay?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#Typhon: Then why are they still afraid of you? Do you go out and give them a little scare at least?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::is trying to figure out how her mind is working::

Ragana Yaga says: 
 @ OPS: Maybe not all ... ::Turns to the CO:: CO: But you. You are a furnace of passion. When you unleash it, it will consume your loved ones. Yet ... love is the only thing that can save you. Humph. ::Turns back to her cauldron::

Typhon says:  
# CNS: What decay are you talking of?

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::whispers to the Admiral:: VADM: Sir if we didn't have morals and scruples, we would probably just take advantage of this, but I am guessing there is something here or something similar that has probably him fearing us like this already.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::thinks that doesn't sound at all good::

Chimera says:  
# ::Hisses at the CNS:: I like herrr ... she reeks of battle lust ...

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# Typhon: what ever is making the people die

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
TO: Not really.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@::steps back:: Yaga: I do not intend to kill anyone at this point.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# ::glances over at the first head and huffs::

J'Hoffran says:  
CEO: Why, because of the Inclusion process ... creating this city ... ::Gestures to the "living walls"::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
TO: I don't even know if it grows here.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@Yaga: And you? Why do the towns people fear you? Have they reason to? ::looks at the captain with concern::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::nods to Telarus:: CEO: You could be right, but let's just keep our eyes and ears open.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
CMO: Guess we should start looking then.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@Yaga: It is true, my people keep great emotions in check.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
J'Hoffran: What is the Inclusion process, I need all the details this may help us help you

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
TO: I seem to think it grows around Oak trees.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# XO: Sir, I don't think this creature is dangerous to the natives at all. We should bring J'Hoffran here and let him see for himself; he could then calm his people's fears.

Ragana Yaga says:  
@ OPS: I am a thing of the past. They look to science and great knowledge, and forget their roots in faith and magic’s. They fear what they no longer understand.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# XO: if they haven't killed in a long time, they may not be the cause of the fear, stories can linger, but no one has seen one of them in ages, it has to be another cause

Typhon says: 
# CNS: Well I am aware of no death ...

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Looks around:: TO: And I think those are Oaks over there!

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#CSO: Lets get at least one head to agree to it first

Typhon says:  
# ALL: As for the rest of the D'Gari, they are long dead.

ACTION: The CMO refers to great trees seen beyond the crumbling walls.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# :: nods ::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# Typhon: You are the last?

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@Yaga: Then why do they believe that you trouble them?  Morgan says you are capable of great good and great evil.  What do you choose?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# Typhon: you’re the last.. how.. sad.. 

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#Typhon: Then you are the last of your kind, with no hope for survival of your race?

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
CMO: Do they need oak?

J'Hoffran says:  
::As they near the Castle, and more people move around them:: CEO: It is an honored tradition. We merge our people into a construct, making them malleable and able to form our cities. They are in union, in perfect bliss, never to really know singular thought, but able to conform to our will. They help us create great lights and power for our city. Power that the rest of the world does not have.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# CSO: that would not be wise all things considered

Chimera says:  
# ::Hisses at the CNS:: The battle lusted one mocks us ..

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
TO: The plant or the people?

Echida says: 
 # Chimera: No, she is not a battle luster. She reeks of need. Of loneliness. I can understand.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
CMO: Neither are blue.

VADM_Sheridan says:
::walks next to J`Hoffran:: J`Hoffran: How long has this process being going on?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::looks at the witch with sympathy::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#ALL: Opinions. Suggestions.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# CNS: If we don't calm the natives' fears, Counselor, they may gather their courage and kill this being themselves. Can we allow that?

Ragana Yaga says: 
 @ CO: I take the path that is dealt to me. I choose nothing. I am merely a thing of fate.

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
TO: No, they need the plant that grows around the oak... it should be blue in color.

J'Hoffran says: 
 Sheridan: Since the first Grand Inquisitor built this city.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# XO: we go back and tell them their monster is dead and let it live in peace

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::thinks this is really going nowhere fast::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Begins to walk towards the forest::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
J'Hoffran: I may need to ask the current Grand Inquisitor about this ritual and how the blocks are maintained.

Typhon says: 
 # ::Looks beyond the crew at Rio:: Rio: Have we met before?

Ensign Rio says:  
# ::Harrumphs:: Typhon: Not in this lifetime.

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
#XO: I would concur with the CNS, we have no reason to hurt this creature, and I'm not entire sure we could anyway.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::blinks for a second, almost saying "Why didn't you say that the first time", then heads for oak-looking trees::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# ::turns to look at the security officer and then back at the creature::

Chimera says:  
# ::Hisses in pleasure:: FCO: Oh, but please do try!

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@Yaga: Yet the blocks believed you killed the inquisitor and left his child an orphan.  Perhaps you could tell us your side.

Typhon says:  
# Chimera: Oh shut up. ALL: Don't leave just yet. It's not often we get company to talk to that doesn't scream in fear or try to eviscerate us.

VADM_Sheridan says:
CEO: The Grand Inquisitor is but a child. He may be too young to help.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#CNS: I think it's a safe assumption that they will believe us. Typhon: Can we have your assurance that you will not kill any of the peoples of this land? That you will spend the last of your time peacefully?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::looks at the woman once again::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
VADM: We need to try.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# XO: Pretending that the last D'Gari is dead is no good -- one roar from Chimera and the natives will know we lied to them.

Typhon says:  
# XO: We have no interest in the people. There are much more other tastier creatures to eat. ::Gestures to the side::

# ACTION: The skeletons of the two horses, which ran off earlier, are seen.

VADM_Sheridan says:
J`Hoffran: Is there a place where you keep the knowledge of your people?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# CSO: they haven't seen this creature in ages, they won't know what it is

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# Typhon: I see...

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# ::looks over and shrugs:: the horses... 

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#CSO: We need to convince them that Typhon is not a threat. We don't have to lie, we can show them, as you suggested. 

J'Hoffran says:  
CEO: As the Triumphant said, he is not of age to know much. The Head Maintenance can explain the process at the source ... ::They arrive at the Castle::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# CNS: Yes, but the farmer we encountered knows its roar.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# Typhon: you have seen a human before?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#::puts the knife away::

Ragana Yaga says:  
@ ::Laughs:: CO: The first fool that built that city of fools died of old age. They thought him invincible and were proven wrong. They like to make up stories. It seems they haven't lost all faith ...

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
#::leaning on his sword::

Typhon says:  
# CNS: A what?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# ::points to Rio::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#CSN: I would take that as a no

Typhon says: 
 # CNS: No, I haven't seen him. But I see more than most do. Sometimes too much that doesn't even exist in the first place. I was merely confused. A slight of my age, I'm afraid. Accept my humble apologies.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# Typhon: Typhon, can you and Echida keep Chimera from harming the city dwellers if we take you to them, to show them that you are no threat?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@Yaga: So they fear the unknown....and you shoulder the blame?

Echida says:  
# FCO: You come from the city of Solomon?

Typhon says:  
# CSO: Chimera will harm no one.

VADM_Sheridan says:
CEO: You find this Head Maintenance and see what you can find out. I'll be with the Grand Inquisitor.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# CSO: that’s still a bad idea

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#CSO: I think you're plan is the best advised ::considers::

Ragana Yaga says:  
@ OPS: Isn't that the way of many?

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
#Echida: Yes we came from there, why do you ask?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@Yaga: Have you ever given thought to leaving this place and living out your days in peace?

Echida says:  
# FCO: Oh, it's such a pretty city. We flew over it once. I was wondering how it was ...

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@Yaga: Then perhaps it is time that someone return it to them.  You have great knowledge and I would guess wisdom.  Could you not help them find their way?

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Finally reaches the edge and begins to search the floor of the forest for any hint of blue foliage::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::nods:: Yaga: Sadly, yes.

Ragana Yaga says:  
@ OPS: I do live my days in peace. The city dwellers never chose to come up here ... did your guide not turn block and run? ::Giggles::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::thinks the old lady likes her own reputation::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
#Echida: Yes it's a nice city, though its people are in a bit of a rut, so to speak.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#Echida: Would you like to meet one of the inhabitants of the city? One of those who fear you still?

Ragana Yaga says:  
@ ::Laughs and moves to the other side of the hut where some books are held:: CO: They would never listen to me. They have their science and experiments. I am of the past. They have forgotten me well.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
VADM: I will check that out sir.

Echida says:  
# XO: Not particularly. ::Turns her three eyes back to Typhon::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# ::folds her arms and waits the disaster.. huffs and looks at Rio.. then at the others and thinks::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
J'Hoffran: Where can I find the Head Maintenance?

J'Hoffran says:  
::Points:: CEO: It is right down that corridor. There will be two guards at the door. 

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#::rubs his chin thoughtfully::

J'Hoffran says:  
::Referring to the source::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::tilts her head slightly:: Yaga: Do you know what is killing the city?

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@Yaga: Then you wish only to give them fear.  How can they gain faith if it is not offered them.  I may offer death in your view, but what do you offer?

ACTION: A patch of blue is glimpsed in the TO's eyes ..

VADM_Sheridan says:
::really hopes that Sulek is having better luck on his scouting mission::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
SELF: Aha! ::lunges at the blue::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
TO :It should be rather small.

Ragana Yaga says:  
@ OPS: I would like to hope that the spirits are doing so. But I have to chalk it up to Jebenezziarian stupidity.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
J'Hoffran: Thank You

ACTION: The TO tackles his most dangerous prey in a while - a small blue plant.

VADM_Sheridan says:
::walks down the corridor:: J`Hoffran: Where is the Grand Inquisitor now?

J'Hoffran says: 
 Sheridan: In his playroom ... right this way ... ::Escorts her::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::stares at it for a moment:: CMO: Is this it?

Ensign Rio says: 
 # ::Wonders why the CNS is huffing at him:: CNS: Something wrong, ma'am?

VADM_Sheridan says:
::follows along::

Ragana Yaga says:  
@ CO: Truth.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@Yaga: If you are of the past, then you have history.  If the blocks have forgotten this, then you can speak to them.  They may not listen at first, but you do not even try.  It would seem if you can help them now and do not, who in this room offers death?

Ragana Yaga says: 
 @ OPS: You should be careful ... ::She says as she reads from a book:: ... you have wandered off your chosen path.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# Rio: we have to be missing something here, something attacked those villages, and if it wasn't this beastie, what was it?

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::starts to walk down the hall away from the rest of the group wishing at this point the crew wasn't so split up without proper protection and communicators::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@Yaga: We have wandered down many paths as of late. Perhaps you know how we can find our own again?

ACTION: The CEO finds the Source room. Tall metal doors guarded by two large male Jebenezziarians.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
Guard 1: Guard I need to enter the room I hear to fix it I am what you would call the "Builder"

ACTION: There is a lot of the blue plant around the Oak tree, and nearby. Certainly enough to save the city ... but should they?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#All: We're going to go back to the city and report. We'll leave it to J'Hoffran to decide if he'd like to meet them...him..her..whatever. Lets go

VADM_Sheridan says:
::looks at the decorations adorning the castle walls as they pass::

ACTION: The Guards nod, and open the door.

Typhon says: 
 # ::Looks disappointed they're leaving::

Ensign Rio says: 
 # CNS: Maybe it was just irrational fear. It happens.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# Typhon: sorry old one, but we must continue our travels, some day we hope to get home again

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# Rio: I hope so

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@Yaga: the new inquisitor is a child, he shall learn as a child learns and yet all you teach is hatred and fear, what sort of truth is that?

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
# Typhon: We will try to convince the city dwellers that you pose no danger to them. May we bring one or two of them to visit, should they agree to come?

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Begins to feel the same doubt she had come upon while writing her log::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::And soon more thought began to plaque her::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#Typhon: Our business here comes to a close for the time being. We need to convince the locals you are not a threat. They sent us...to...investigate ::pauses:: are you.....are you...Lonely here?

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
Guard 1: Thank You.

ACTION: The CEO enters to find a gigantic (seemingly too large to be in the Castle) facility. A great glowing orb which seems to serve as a production line is in the center. Golden light filters throughout the facility.

ACTION: J'Hoffran leads the Admiral into the playing room, where the Grand Inquisitor is giggling and pushing a small furry ball around. Blocks and balls litter the room, most of them gold.

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
TO: Um... Wolverton... what do you think of these um... block people?

Ragana Yaga says:  
@ CO: I teach nothing, Sulek. They learn their own way.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
Self: This is very interesting ::borderlines on sounding like a Vulcan using logical description::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
CMO: Very dense. Wouldn't want to fight them. Why?

VADM_Sheridan says:
::sees the child and calls out:: GI: Kissi!

The Grand Inquisitor says:  
Sheridan: Bootiful woman!

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
TO: I mean... do you think that the walls want to be... walls?

ACTION: Various Jebenezziarians rush about, operating machinery. A group of naked Jebenezziarians sit on chairs, eating a glorious meal.

VADM_Sheridan says:
::holds out her arms:: GI: May I have a hug Kissi?

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
CMO: Beats me. I got into security so I wouldn't have to worry about such things.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@Yaga: You enjoy being feared, don't you?

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::walks around the Orb to analyze it to understand at least on the surface::

Typhon says:  
# XO: Well ... these two are not much for conversation. That's all I wish these days. ::Grumbles as Echida rubs up against him again::

Ragana Yaga says:  
@ ::Grins a toothy grin:: OPS: Just a bit, yes. It makes them leave me alone.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::shakes her head:: Yaga: Or will eventually lead them to attack you out of fear.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#::smiles as he gets an idea:: Typhon: How would you like to live somewhere else? Like the city?

ACTION: There is an opening where someone the size of a large Jebenezziarian can enter, as the CEO notes.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@Yaga: Then you do not offer the truth.  I ask again, what do you offer?  You only wish to set here in your lonely cottage, cackling over a cauldron like a witch from a children's book and complain as the world moves forward without you, is it not so.

Typhon says:  
# XO: Hah! They would kill us in a second.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@Yaga: If you are of the past, then you have made it so.  No one has done that for you.

VADM_Sheridan says:
::moves closer to the child, and waits::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
TO: I think... We should help them... liberate them... If we heal them then what is to say that something like this won't happen again, and what if these people have lives they want to live? Does that give us a right to put them and use them yet never allow them to live and breathe and to exist?

Ragana Yaga says: 
 @ CO: Sulek, you are a Traveler and recent of this world ... so believe me when I say ... my presence won't help them move back ... they will kill me sooner than they would an insect ...

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#Typhon: But what if they accepted you? And you could co-habitat in peace.

Chimera says: 
 # ::Growls at the CNS:: Heeere furry one ... you wish a battle ... come get it ...

Typhon says:  
# XO: Now I know you are definitely not a Triumphant. They are not so naive.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
CMO: Personally, I don't think we should do anything at all. Prime Directive and all that. But I'm not in command.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#Typhon: So you would kill them?

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@Yaga: Not if the Triumphant tell them not to.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# ::eyes the first head and snorts.. then huffs::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::takes out his notebook from his pack and starts to sketch what he sees and makes notes::

Typhon says:  
# XO: If they attacked me.

Ragana Yaga says:  
@ ::Laughs quite heartily::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#Typhon: But if they choose to accept you, you would accept them?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::sighs:: Yaga: Do you possess enough true magic to defend yourself from harm, ancient one?

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Feels a weight in the bottom of her stomach:: TO: I... forgot about that. I just want to help them, but... ::grabs her head:: I have a headache.

Ragana Yaga says: 
 @ CO: For one who is just beginning to truly under the purpose of him being a Traveler, you are getting too comfortable in one spot ... I would suggest moving on soon, Sulek ...

Ragana Yaga says:  
@ OPS: If it is my time to go ... ::Leaves that open::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# XO: sir, with all do respect, it's a big talking animal.. I'm a big talking animal.. that don't work around the fearful and weak-minded

Typhon says:  
# XO: Perhaps ...

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
CMO: You're the senior officer.

The Grand Inquisitor says: 
 ::Finally rushes up and hugs the Admiral::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#CSO: I don't know Kraight. What do you think. FCO: Any ideas?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
#CNS: Noted

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
# ::folds her arms and huffs::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Turns her head to look at the blue plant in front of her praying that her decision is the right one::

ACTION: The naked group of Jebenezziarians finish up their meal, and seem to get read to enter the giant orb right in front of the CEO.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
@::shakes her head:: Yaga: You could reintroduce magic once again, yet you choose to hide here alone instead.

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
#XO: I think someone would accept the creature. However, PEOPLE on the other hand are irrational....

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
@::He turns:: Yaga: Or perhaps we should just tell them that you are a lonely creature with nothing to offer and did not kill the inquisitor and only wish to sit in your house and grumble.  I am not the only one who has become comfortable in his position.

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