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

Fall of the Renaissance Man
Two

Arc Title: Fall of the Renaissance Man
Episode: Two
Mission Number: 281
Creator: Michael Jones (With assistance by Keith LaHue)
Ship Manager: Michael Jones
Stardate: 10406.07

Previously …

Following the crew’s adventure in the land of Solomon, they set out along a path indicated by the ever-so-familiar runes (this time having appeared in the sky). The path led them to an abandoned Jebenezziarian town named Roanoke. 

The name caused certain members of the crew to be alarmed, and the fear grew as they investigated the town – finding that all its inhabitants had seemingly vanished without a trace! 

Things grew from bad to worse when the crew followed an apparent trail of the town’s inhabitants into the nearby woods, where vicious flying skeletons creatures, whose sole intention was to drag the crew screaming into the fog that permeated the woods, set upon them. The crew fought back, but was forced to eventually flee; the Counselor being left behind to cover their escape. 

The escape led them to a sudden crevice in the woods, which apparently gave way to a raging underground river. Apparently the creatures got past the Counselor (her fate remaining unknown) as they soon approached quickly. The choice was obvious: stay and fight to the death or jump. The crew chose to jump into the river, and was swept away.

However, right before Commander Pangborn could jump, Admiral Sheridan spotted an apparent duplicate Pangborn appear behind him, wielding some sort of blade. The “other” Pangborn stabbed the true one in the back of the head, causing the XO to cry out and plummet into the river below …

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.

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?

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.

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.

The Trickster – Also known as the Unnamed One, the Trickster was an intangible shape-shifting entity who was but a member of a group of demonic demi-God like beings who once ruled the known Universe. That is, until Commander Ben Pangborn killed it. However, the Universe has a wicked sense of humor, and the evil entity has now been bonded to Pangborn’s mind in a form of purgatory. Yet recently the Trickster has been finding ways to break out of his mental prison. It has been feared that soon it will find a way to take over Pangborn entirely: either purging his essence from the body, or ending his life. Either way, the crew lose their XO.

SSo`Da`maor – The Commanding Officer of the Aquati Vessel Nemoc. Maor rescued the Quirinus crew from the icy depths of the Great Lake. While he has been generous enough to allow the crew to remain on his vessel, Maor is only concerned with the survival of his people. He is willing to go to any length to protect them. Any.

Host SM_Selan says:
U.S.S. Quirinus Stardate 10406.07 "Fall of the Renaissance Man" Episode Two
Host SM_Selan says:
=/\==/\==/\==/\==/\= Resume Mission =/\==/\==/\==/\==/\=
Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: They remember the cold; the dark. The fear of death and drowning. Now, it is gone. Replaced by eerie echoes of quiet ... the sound of their breathing vibrating through the air. Everything seems to vibrate.
Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: Slowly, they begin to awaken ... and find themselves looking at a metallic grated floor. Looking around, they all realize they are dangling from something.
Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: Strange glowing webbing dangles from the ceiling, seemingly stuck onto all their limbs and their backs. Heat courses from the webbing into their body, rejuvenating them. They are no longer wearing their multiple variations of Ew, Earth, etc. clothing, they wear these white jumpsuits.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::starts to open his eyes seeing only a blur::
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::blinks her eyes slowly as she regains consciousness::
VADM_Sheridan says:
::opens her eyes slowly, her head still feeling fuzzy::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks around at the AT::
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::remembers an old movie that had a lot of white jumpsuits...it didn't end well::
CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Tries to take deep breaths::
FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::opens his eyes, hit with a tremendous headache::
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::opens her eyes, sees the situation, then closes them again and mutters::
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::gasps as she remembers the water and looks around quickly to see if everyone made it::
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::tests his limbs, feeling for damage::
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
::A tall, lanky being walks into their view. He appears like the aliens of old Earth movies ... silky white skin, oval shaped head, with large black eyes. He wears a bulky brown suit, which seems to drape onto his long limbs. He tenses his four fingers on each hand into fists:: ALL: Hello.
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: wakes... blinks a few times as his brain struggles to make sense of the surreal scene his eyes are transmitting ::
CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Opens her eyes and rubs her head::
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
ACTION: Commander Pangborn is not amongst the group.
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::opens her eyes at the sound of the voice::
SSo`Ja`roar says:
::follows behind his leader::
FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
SSo'Da'maor: Hey there.
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: turns at the voice ::
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::wonders what the heck that is::
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::Moans from the side::
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::forces herself to focus on the alien, blinks twice to make sure she isn't seeing things::
VADM_Sheridan says:
::tries to see who is speaking and catches a glimpse of Sulek at the same time::
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::blinks, looking for vulnerable spots::
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
ALL: I am pleased to see that you are all awake and well. If you give me a moment, I shall have you lowered.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
SSo'Da'maor: Hello we are the people of Earth of the United Federation of Planets and who are you?
FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::thinks he's seen weirder things in movies::
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::is grateful it seems to have good manners::
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
SSo'Da'maor: We would be grateful.
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
CEO: I am SSo`Da`maor. You can call me Maor, however.
SSo`Ja`roar says:
ALL: And I am Roar.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Moar: I am Sulek.  Thank you for your help.
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
::Gestures to SSo`Ja`roar to the side:: CEO: This is my assistant SSo`Ja`roar.
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::sighs in relief as being upside down is rather nauseating::
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::starts a head count as best she can under the circumstances::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
SSo'Ja'roar: Pleasure to meet you.
SSo`Ja`roar says:
CEO: As you as well.
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::takes in their auras as she's waiting to get down::
VADM_Sheridan says:
::attempts to focus her mind on who is speaking, but fails to get anything from his foggy mind::
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
CO: No need for thanks. You were near death when we found you in the Lake. Roar: Roar, please, lower them. ::Gestures to the panel on the wall::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he notices that they are not all present:: Moar: There was another of us.  Do you know of his whereabouts?
SSo`Ja`roar says:
::goes to the panel and inputs the code::
CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Pushes herself up and almost topples over::
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::can't see two of them but assumes they are behind her somewhere::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::feels himself begin to be lowered::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
SSo'Da'maor: Could you tell us what year it is?
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::sees that everyone starts lowering to the deck::
VADM_Sheridan says:
::hopes she won't hit her head as she's lowered::
SSo`Ja`roar says:
::accidentally speeds up the process::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
Self: Whoa!
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
:: gasps as the floor comes rushing towards her::
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::gulps::
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::closes her eyes as the floor approaches at speed::
VADM_Sheridan says:
::closes her eyes and prays::
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
ACTION: The webbing lowers the group to the deck, and fades away.
SSo`Ja`roar says:
::hides because of his mistake and hits the panel::
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::tries helplessly to maintain her dignity but loses her battle as she throws up all over Roar's head::
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: thumps -- hard -- onto the flooring ::
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
ACTION: With a thud, of course.
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
::Glares at Roar::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::Stands slowly after the bump::
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::hits the floor with a thud::
FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::hits the floor with a thud:: Self: Ugh.
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: stands, inspects himself for damage ::
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::gets to her feet and takes another head count::
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
CEO: The Third Tioch, why do you ask?
VADM_Sheridan says:
::lands in the floor with an "OOF!"::
CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Hits the floor:: Self: That... hurt.
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
ALL: Apologies. Are you all well? Do you require medical assistance?
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::thumps to the ground and looks apologetically at the leader as she edges away from Roar::
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::grunts::
SSo`Ja`roar says:
::hides his face and wipes of the liquid:: Maor/All:: Many apologies Sir!
FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
Maor: I've got a headache the size of Jupiter.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
SSo'Da'maor: Curiosity as to how long we have been out you never know.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::inspects himself and the clothing:: Moar: Did you find any others?
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::looks around frantically::
VADM_Sheridan says:
::sits up rubbing her hip before getting up::
FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
Maor: Uh, though, I don't suppose you know what that means.
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::waits impatiently for someone to answer the Captain's question::
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
CO: Just one of your own who I'm afraid has fallen into some sort of coma.
CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Gets up and rubs her arm::
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::eyes widen::
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks at Cherry in alarm::
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: looks around :: CO: Captain... both Commander Pangborn and the Counselor are missing.
VADM_Sheridan says:
::instinctively moves to the Captain's side::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Moar: And he is where?  There was no cat-like creature?
SSo`Ja`roar says:
::helps the CTO::
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
@ ACTION: Ben Pangborn wakes up to the sound of birds chirping and familiar sunlight bathing his face.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks at Sheridan:: Serena: You are well?
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
SSo'Da'maor: Thanks again, you don't know how grateful we all are. Where are we right now if you don't mind me asking?
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
SSo'Da'maor:  Where is he?!
VADM_Sheridan says:
::whispers to Sulek:: CO: I believe so Sulek. :;tries to force a smile::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::looks up into the crystal clear sky, blinks, wondering where he is::
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::walks over to Cherry's side to offer moral support at least::
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::checks the other one for weak physiological points::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Serena: I am pleased that you...we all were saved.
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::looks at Jade gratefully as she moves closer::
VADM_Sheridan says:
CO: As am I. ::smiles a bit broader now::
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
@ ACTION: He finds himself looking out a window ... a very familiar one.
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
::A bit startled by the CTO's shout::
SSo`Ja`roar says:
::looks at the CTO in horror::
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks around the room hoping to get some answers::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Moar: This is our doctor ::indicates Munro:: perhaps she can help with our friend.  She is quite familiar with our anatomy.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@Self: This window...I know it ::gets up::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
SSo'Da'maor: I apologize, she is only looking for a fellow crewmember of ours.
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
@ ACTION: Pangborn soon begins to realize that he's in an apparent young boy's room ... cluttered with models of Excelsior Class starships, Klingon Birds of Prey, etc. A shout from downstairs startles him ... "BEN, BREAKFAST!"
VADM_Sheridan says:
::looks over at Maor:: Maor: Where are we?
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::glares at the CEO as he dares to apologize for her::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::jumps out of bed at the familiar sound::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
SSo'Da'maor: Were we the only ones?
FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
Maor: Was any of our gear recovered as well?
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
CTO: Lieutenant restrain yourself immediately. That is an order.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@Self: I'm in my room...my old bedroom.
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::glares at the CEO all the harder for daring to give her an order::
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
@ ACTION: Before Ben himself can answer, a younger, squeakier voice is heard ... "COMING MOM!" a figure darts pass the open bedroom door.
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::waits patiently for he captain to question their hosts::
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::tenses as she resists the urge to punch someone in the nose::
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
Sheridan: On my vessel, the Nemoc. We are four tesserts within the Great Lake. If you come with me, I'll take you to your comrade.
SSo`Ja`roar says:
::hits the lighting console to full illumination to maybe calm the loud one down::
CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Looks from the CTO to the CEO::
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: begins walking the perimeter of the room, studying the consoles along the walls... but also looking, surreptitiously, for an exit ::
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::relaxes slightly and prepares to follow::
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::thinks the CEO is being very unsympathetic, to say the least::
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
ACTION: The room lights up, revealing on the far side the unconscious form of Ben Pangborn.
VADM_Sheridan says:
::whispers to Sulek:: CO: Within the Great Lake? What does he mean?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::takes a peek out the door, wondering...::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Moar: Thank you.  All: Shall we?  ::moves to the alien::
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: turns, sees Pangborn ::
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
::Gestures to the figure on the far side of the room::
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::runs over::  XO:  Ben!
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CMO: Doctor...   :: points to Pangborn ::
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ ::Suddenly standing behind the XO:: XO: Nothing like home sweet home, eh, Ben?
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::sees the still figure and follows Cherry slowly::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Serena: I have no idea.  Perhaps they are water explorers.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::turns, suddenly furious:: Trickster: You...
VADM_Sheridan says:
CO: Sulek, make sure it's the real Pangborn.
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
XO:  Ben?  ::puts her hand on his forehead::
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ XO: Temper, temper, Ben. We're all on the same side now.
CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Looks over at Pangborn::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::moves to Pangborn:: Morgan: What do you see?  Munro: Check the commander for injuries.
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
ACTION: The Commander lies completely still ... almost as if he were dead, but he is still alive.
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
CMO:  Harriet... can you help him?   ::pleads::
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: walks to where Pangborn lays ::
CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Suddenly realizes what’s happening and moves to him::
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
::Stands back and watches, gestures for Roar to walk over::
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
Maor: What is his condition?
VADM_Sheridan says:
::follows the group across the room and stares at Pangborn, trying to make sure it's really him::
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::walks over and looks at Pangborn very carefully::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
SSo'Da'maor: You said we are aboard your vessel within the Great Lake, what planet are we on right now?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@Trickster: What the hell are you talking about? I killed you once and I'll do it again ::enraged:: Why are you using these images? Don't you think I remember?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Serena: Do you sense anything?
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
CSO: It appears to be comatose. Although ... I'm not familiar with your species, which seems to have several subdivisions, so I thought it might also be hibernation ... but judging by your reaction ...
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::looks back at Jade::  OPS:  What do you see?  Does he have an aura?
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::really concentrates on his being as she tries to see::
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::squeezes his hand::  XO:  Ben.  Come back.
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
CEO: Babaion.
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
Maor: We are, in fact, a party composed of several species. We come from the United Federation of Planets, in the galaxy we know as the Milky Way.
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::eyes begin to ache as she stares at him::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
SSo'Da'maor: Has our friend shown any improvements to your medical treatments?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks at Kraight:: Kraight: I think that is enough information for one sitting.
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: points to Pangborn :: Maor: He is of the species 'Homo sapiens', which does not hibernate.
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
CSO: I see. Fascinating. Why have you come to our world?
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
All: He.....has no aura.
SSo`Ja`roar says:
::looks interested in this description::
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
CEO: No.
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: looks at Sulek :: CO: Aye, sir.
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::gasps::  OPS:  No.....
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Moar: We are travelers.
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
All: It is as if he were...not in there....I'd have said dead, but his body is still alive.
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
CMO:  Is he alive?  ::tears start to fill her eyes::
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
Maor: I would defer at this point to our leader.  :: indicates Sulek ::
VADM_Sheridan says:
CO: This man appears to be....his body is here but his soul as you would call it, is in some other place. ::looks up at Sulek::
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ XO: Think of this as a going away present.
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
OPS:  Not there?
CMO_Ens_Munro says:
CTO: He is alive, but in a coma. I can't say anything else though.
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::looks over at the Admiral::
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::shakes her head:: CTO: All living beings have auras, Cherry, even those who are evil.
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ ::Actually gently pushes the XO aside ... and walks into the hallway:: XO: Now come on, don't you want to see your mother? ::Walks down the hallway::
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::thinks things are going very peacefully for the moment...a little TOO peacefully::
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
CTO: His....isn't there.
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
OPS:  But he's alive.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
CMO: Harriet, would there be anything you could do for Commander Pangborn with standard medical equipment?
VADM_Sheridan says:
::smiles at Cherry:: CTO: He is safe Cherry.....for the moment.
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: moves to Cherry's side, places a hand on her shoulder :: OPS: Courage, Lieutenant. Commander Pangborn's will to survive is strong.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks at Sheridan:: Serena: Then perhaps it is time for me to see who is there.
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks at Pangborn and then back at Cherry:: CTO: Is he?
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
OPS:  He has to be.  ::tears start to fall::
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> TO: What happened up there, before? What the hell were those things?
CMO_Ens_Munro says:
CEO: Maybe if I could... figure out the alien technology, but... It is still unknown.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::tentatively follows::
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
CTO: Some cultures believe you have a .....soul, for lack of a better term. I think that...maybe...this soul....or life force creates the energy I see.
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
Sheridan:  You saw something... right before he fell.  What was it?
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
CTO: If.....he is alive....perhaps his soul is...well.....not here?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Moar: There is nothing that you can do.  Your medical technology does seem quite advanced.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
SSo'Da'maor: Would it be possible to see a star chart, to see if we can find our home world to seek assistance for our comrade?
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::wipes away her tears and nods at Jade::
VADM_Sheridan says:
CO: Before.......before we jumped I saw him.......::indicates Pangborn:: but it was not him. Do you understand Sulek? There were two of him on the cliff.
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
EO: I have no idea. I still think they looked pretty brittle though.
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
@ ACTION: The two Pangborns pass by a series of pictures of the Pangborns and their son Ben in various locations. Ben's father on a Harley.
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: gestures to nearby equipment ::  Maor: Is any of this nearby equipment medical in nature?
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
CO: Was that a statement or a question ... sorry, in all the confusion I did not catch your name?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::feels like a ghost::
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
OPS:  Oh no... he's with that damned Trickster.
SSo`Ja`roar says:
::watches silently::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@Trickster: I take it with your usual scenarios, they cannot see me ::wry::
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks at the Admiral:: Adm: Two of them?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: I do.  All: It is the trickster.  He was going to tell you before we were attacked in the forest.  It now seems to be moot.  Moar: I am Sulek.
VADM_Sheridan says:
::nods to Jade:: OPS: Yes, on the cliff, two Commander Pangborns. Did you not see them?
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
OPS:  He's alone.  He's fighting it alone.  ::can't quite bring herself to believe it::
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ XO: They're just memories, Ben. This isn't time travel. ::As they come down into the first floor. The kitchen can be seen. Ben's Mother is attempting to keep the two rambunctious twin sons of hers, Tim & Bart, from making a mess with their breakfast. Little Ben laughs from his seat at the table, finishing up some cereal::
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
Sheridan:  I saw you see something.  I saw him go down.....
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::wonders if it really is the Trickster or if it was actually the good and evil parts of Pangborn's soul that had appeared upon the cliff.::
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ XO: Oh, the essential home environment. Mother slaving over a stove. Rambunctious children bouncing off the walls. You humans are so hilarious.
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::shakes her head:: Adm: I did not, I'm afraid.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@Trickster: Trying to kill me with kindness? These are fond memories. Not your style at all tricky baby
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
::Nods, motions to Roar to join him for a moment::
VADM_Sheridan says:
::doesn't want to tell Cherry the rest of it:: CTO: I was sure that someone else saw them.
SSo`Ja`roar says:
::goes to join Moar::
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::stares down at Pangborn's lifeless face::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
CO: They seem advanced we might be in a time period that we can contact a Federation Outpost, Ship, or an ally.
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::places a comforting hand on Cherry's arm:: CTO: He needs to fight it, Cherry. It is his battle alone.
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::holds his hand::  OPS:  I promised him I would help.
FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
CO: Maybe I could get a look at their navigation systems sir, get an idea of where we are.
SSo`Ja`roar says:
Moar: Yes Sir?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks at Sheridan:: Serena: I was able to help by linking before, but this time I will be expected.  I will also need someone to keep me connected here.  Do you think you are up to the task?
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ XO: "Tricky baby"? That's the cutest thing you've said so far, Ben. Like I said, I figure this is a change of tactics ... as you've guessed, I'm pretty much breaking out of my prison. And now I'm taking over it.
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
CTO: You ARE helping.
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::looks at the Captain as it dawns on her what he is proposing::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Grainger: You may try, but it is doubtful that we are in the same space.  We do not even know if they are a space faring people.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@Trickster: Well, that means you kill me, and we all know that isn't going to happen.
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
OPS: No.  I'm being a silly fool.  ::wipes away another tear::
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
::Silently speaks:: Roar: Keep watch on them, answer any questions they have. I'm returning to the Command Center to monitor the situation. Don't let them leave for now, we don't need any of the other crew being troubled during the current situation.
VADM_Sheridan says:
::squeezes Sulek's arm gently:: CO: As you helped me, I shall be here for you my friend.
FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
CO: Aye sir.
SSo`Ja`roar says:
Moar: Aye Sir.
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks at the captain with concern::
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
Roar: Can you instruct us in the use of your medical equipment?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@Trickster: If you come back as me, the crew has orders to kill you/me
SSo`Ja`roar says:
::moves over to the visitors::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
SSo'Da'maor: About the star charts I asked you for would it be possible for SSo'Ja'roar to help me out with that?
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ XO: Already in the process, babe. You're a vegetable on a table right now, with your friends and family sobbing over your currently useless body.
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::wrinkles her nose slightly as Roar gets closer::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
All: What I am proposing is a mind link.  It could have serious consequences.  Do you understand.  I may not be able to separate the two Pangborns.
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
CEO: What do you mean by star charts? You mean images of our night skies?
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::thinks he really should go take a bath::
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::nods at the CO::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@Trickster: Nice try, but it won't work. :;smiles:: There are things I CAN keep from you - the thing you seek the most, what you'll need to take over completely
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::sighs::
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
CO: Sir.....what is killing him, may kill you as well.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
SSo'Da'maor: Yes, I am experienced in reading your night skies' images and translating position that could help us in finding out where we are and where our home world is to seek help for our comrade.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Morgan: I am well aware of that. It may also move into my body.
VADM_Sheridan says:
::whispers to Sulek:: CO: You will need time to prepare.
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ ::Doesn't look concerned, turns back to the family setting:: XO: Well, obviously. Anyway, why here, what's so important about all of this? What does family mean, Ben?
SSo`Ja`roar says:
CEO: Yes.
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::looks at the CO with concern::
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
CEO: ... I might be able to get you a few year old images ...
SSo`Ja`roar says:
::gestures to a wall panel::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@Trickster: I already know. Do you, is the question.
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks at the CO and wonders if he could handle that in his present state::
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ XO: Well ... I didn't ask you rhetorically, fool.
FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
CEO: May I be of some assistance?
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
SSo'Da'maor: That would be excellent, thank you again.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@Trickster: I'm betting you've never felt the emotion of love - much less received it
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Serena: I am ready.  Since I have linked before, it will be simple enough to establish.  Just be ready to force break the meld.  That in itself could cause problems for both of us.  :: with that he moves above the commander and places his hands along the side of his face::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
FCO: By all means Ensign I can't do it all by myself any assistance you can provide would be most helpful.
SSo`Ja`roar says:
::pulls up the images he can find::
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ ::A brief look of annoyance crosses over his face, but it passes:: XO: Gods don't feel love. We're beyond it. Have no use for it.
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::steps back::
FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::nods at the CEO::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
~~My mind to yours~~
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
CSO: Roar can.
VADM_Sheridan says:
CO: Sulek, this will be difficult. I will bring you out of the trance if you fall too far.
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::looks at the Admiral, fear and doubt in her eyes::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::laughs and points:: Trickster: YOU? A GOD? ::laughs uproariously::
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::watches the captain carefully::
VADM_Sheridan says:
::hears Sulek begin and closes her eyes as well giving him her full concentration::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@Trickster: You're out of your freaking mind. Or mine, whichever you prefer
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he nods in understanding. Carefully he prods forward with his own mind:: ~~Ben: Are you there?~~
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
Roar: Can you instruct us in the use of your medical equipment?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
~~
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
ACTION: A force beyond telepathy slams the Captain's mind back.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
Admiral: Mam, Ensign Grainger and I will be working with their start charts trying to decipher where we are.
SSo`Ja`roar says:
CSO: Yes.
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: turns to Munro, gestures for her to approach :: CMO: Doctor, let us see what we can do for Commander Pangborn, with the help of our new friends.
VADM_Sheridan says:
::hears Telarus but does not respond::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::turns around to see the Captain for a moment::
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ XO: I see you're under the assumption Gods need people to believe in them in order to exist. ::Walks behind the slobbering Bart::
SSo`Ja`roar says:
::turns on a scanner:: CSO: This is a scanner. ::points to the tip:: This is the scanner for brain waves and such.
CMO_Ens_Munro says:
CSO: Yes sir. ::Approaches::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@Trickster: So. What’s the plan? Can I join them for breakfast? I'm kind of hungry.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::The strength with which his mind is forced away staggers him...he takes a deep breath and again he pushes forward...no longer with careful probing, he forms his mind --his thoughts-- into a single shaft...never has he encountered such force::
SSo`Ja`roar says:
CSO: What type of specialized equipment do you need?
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::steps backwards and bumps into Wolverton::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
All: Does anyone have any experience in stellar cartography?
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: tentatively tries a few scanner controls, observes the changes in the display ::
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
<"Pangborn">  @ XO: You're hungry because you believe you're still tethered to your body. As soon as you realize you're within your own mind, the hunger will fade. This is only a memory ...
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::braces a little too late and gets knocked backwards a bit:: SELF: OOf....
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::watches the captain as he battles his way through Pangborn's defenses::
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
TO:  Oh... sorry.
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
Roar: The Doctor will know better than I... but anything that will allow us to monitor his condition and anticipate biological crises will be essential.
SSo`Ja`roar says:
::nod to the doctor::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@Trickster: Yeah. I got that part. Get on with the game - I bore easily
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
CEO: Stellar cartography? Not my field, I'm afraid.
VADM_Sheridan says:
::gives Sulek all her strength and concentration:: ~~CO: You will reach him. I feel your strength.~~
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::nods absently at Cherry, still feeling paranoid::
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ XO: Where's the game? I'm only being considerate. Giving you the traditional "life flashing before your eyes" as you die thing. Well, it's partially beneficial to me, but still ...
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::hopes Eisenhower doesn't think she did that on purpose::
SSo`Ja`roar says:
CMO: Doctor, what equipment do you need?
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
TO:  This Vulcan mumbo jumbo stuff... do you get it?
VADM_Sheridan says:
::images pass through her mind of her former links with Sulek, filling her with warmth::
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
ACTION: The Captain is forced back once again.
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
CTO: Nah. I don't think I want to, either.
Host SSo`Da`maor says:
::Watches them for a bit longer, and departs::
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::feels the tension in the air rising::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
FCO: Let's get to work Grainger. ::motions over to the console to shuffle through the images of the "night skies".
CMO_Ens_Munro says:
SSo: Um, I would think some scanning equipment so we can continue to check his vitals.
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
TO:  Me neither.  ::watches the Captain::
FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
CEO: Aye sir. I'd like to find out as much as we can about our whereabouts, and our hosts.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@Trickster: You know, Even though I'm not "here" I think I'll take a rest in my old bed. Try and think of anything but you ::starts up the stairs::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
~~~Ben: come to me ..fight~~ ::all his being is pressed against the shield...he focuses even tighter...he struggles to keep the link, to find any chink in this shield::
SSo`Ja`roar says:
CMO: Doctor?
VADM_Sheridan says:
~~~CO: Again Sulek! Reach out to him again.~~~
Host SM_Selan says:
<"Pangborn"> @ XO: Alrighty, but you're going to miss Lauuuuuren ...
CMO_Ens_Munro says:
SSo: Other then that, I don't know, comas' are very herd to understand sometimes.
Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: Sulek finds no way in. The barricade around Pangborn's mind is of something ancient, something beyond him.
FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
CEO: I know they've rescued us and nursed us back to health, but this journey has led me to question everything.
SSo`Ja`roar says:
CMO: Roar please. What equipment do you need?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::stops: Trickster: You already played that card remember? ::still curious::
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
Roar: Show us the Commander's respiration and cardiovascular readings.
SSo`Ja`roar says:
::hits the buttons to show this::
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
TO:  What's taking so long?
CMO_Ens_Munro says:
SSo'Ja'roar: Scanning equipment would be good, but other then that I don't know.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
FCO: As have I, I believe that the gateway that brought us here from the Quirinus intended this to us to question humanity, existence, purpose, and our very beliefs.
Host SM_Selan says:
<"Pangborn"> @ XO: Hey, it's your memory. Don't you remember? This is the first day you met her ... ::Watches as young Ben opens the door, and exits the house::
SSo`Ja`roar says:
CMO: Over there. ::points to the CSO::
VADM_Sheridan says:
::unwittingly she touches the Captain's arm:: ~~CO: Find the fear. That may be the weakest link. Fear retreats.~~
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
CTO: You're asking the wrong person.
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::sighs::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::follows his younger self out of the house:: Trickster: It was the finest day of my life - I knew I would marry her
Host SM_Selan says:
<"Pangborn"> @ ::Laughs::
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: continues to learn how the scanner operates ::
CMO_Ens_Munro says:
SSo: Roar: Do you have anything that could resuscitate him?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::looks at the Trickster with disgust::
FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::taps a few controls:: CEO: Let's see what we can find out, sir.
Host SM_Selan says:
@ ACTION: Young Ben walks down the walkway to a sidewalk, breaking out into a stride.
CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
TO:  I can't stand this.  ::steps closer to the group huddled around Pangborn::
Host SM_Selan says:
<"Pangborn"> @ XO: Oh, don't look so upset. I'm laughing because I get it. I understand. Really. ::Trying to look sincere, but breaks out into more laughter::
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks at the CO and Pangborn and sighs::
SSo`Ja`roar says:
::points to the equipment:: CMO: Here. ::turns it on and gives it to him::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::nothing, there was nothing....the shield was old beyond measure...still....in one last desperate effort for he feels his strength waning, he smashes the shield envisioning it as glass and the link as a rock...::~~Serena: Let me use your strength, to carry the weight of our link our feelings for each other...my strength wanes~~
VADM_Sheridan says:
~~~CO: You know that fear will hide in the darkest recesses of his mind. You must reach the fear and draw it out so that Pangborn can face it.~~~
Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: No effect in Pangborn's mind. It is still locked away.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::ignoring the trickster, wanting just a glimpse of what Lauren looked like on that first day::
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::stays back, keeping an eye on their "hosts"::
CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Accepts it::
VADM_Sheridan says:
~~~CO: Sulek, take all that I have and more. We are one now.~~~
SSo`Ja`roar says:
CMO: Touch him with it.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::there is no fear...there is no emotion...it is the perfect shield.  the one that Vulcans had sought for a thousands of years::
Host SM_Selan says:
@ ACTION: There is a thud heard .. and Pangborn hears a familiar girl's giggle ...
CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Looks at him:: SSo: Roar: Where?
SSo`Ja`roar says:
CMO: Anywhere.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::looks over at Lauren and can't help but smile::
CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Turns to Pangborn and puts it on his neck::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
FCO:  I hope something positive, for the Commander sake.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::his face contorts in the effort.  Summoning all he has, drawing on Serena's mind::
Host SM_Selan says:
=/\==/\==/\==/\==/\= Pause Mission =/\==/\==/\==/\==/\=