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

Fall of the Renaissance Man
Three

Arc Title: Fall of the Renaissance Man
Episode: Three
Mission Number: 282
Creator: Michael Jones (With assistance by Keith LaHue)
Ship Manager: Michael Jones
Stardate: 10406.14

Previously …

The Crew, after a harrowing pursuit by winged skeletons through a Jebenezziarian forest, plunged into some underground raging rapids. The freezing water nearly killed the intrepid Starfleet personnel until it deposited them into “a great lake” … and another world.

However, luck was once again on their side as a submarine vessel known as the Nemoc rescued them. The owners of the vessel were a species known as the Aquati. Not much has come to be known about them as the crew immediately chose to concentrate on their current status and their location. 

Most of the crew rushed to try and find what has happened to Commander Pangborn, who has now been suspected to either be the mysterious Nero (the black and white man), or housing an entity responsible for him – the Trickster. Pangborn was put into a coma by the Trickster right before the crew took a plunge into the underground rapids. Despite the crew’s best efforts, and understanding of the available medical alien technology, they could find no way to bring Pangborn out of the coma.

Meanwhile, Commander Pangborn finds himself taking an involuntary trip down memory lane … as guided by the ever-peculiar Trickster. The Trickster, instead of wishing to die, seemingly wants to take control of Pangborn’s body fully … purging the essence of who he truly is forever. Before doing this, it seemingly wants to experience Pangborn’s past. 

Who he is, and what makes him the man he is today.

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.

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. 

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

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.

Blake Harris is Sso’De – The Conn. Officer of the Nemoc.

Host SM_Selan says:
=/\==/\==/\==/\==/\= Resume Mission =/\==/\==/\==/\==/\=

Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: The Nemoc suddenly starts to shake violently.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
:: On the bridge of his vessel:: De: Quick, maneuver us away from the abyss!

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: grabs a nearby railing ::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
:: wonders what kind of lunatic is at the helm::

Sso`De says:
SSo'Da'maor: yes right away maneuver the ship away.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@:: watches the younger version of himself meeting Lauren, with mixed emotions, trying to ignore the trickster::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::still attempting mind link, Sulek steadies himself by anchoring to Sheridan and then calls on both his telepathic and latent empathic abilities to try and cause some kind of disruption in the field::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
:: braces herself::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
:: blinks::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
:: stumbles and grabs onto the side of a table::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::Cries out and falls::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::keeps her eyes closed, trying to give Sulek the concentration that he needs::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
@ ACTION: Pangborn and his "double" look on as a younger Ben Pangborn sits on the ground sniffling as a cute green eyed brunette stands over him. She giggles and offers her hand ... "Don't cry! You're a-okay!"

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::jumps forward toward Eisenhower:: EO: Eri...Lieutenant!

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ ::Crosses his arms:: XO: So this is the fabled first meeting with your first true love?

Sso`De says:
::increases speed fast::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
ACTION: The Nemoc maneuvers through the great depths as a darkness reaches out to it.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: approaches Cherry :: CTO: Lieutenant... I know this is a difficult time for you... but there may be a way we can help the Commander. I know that you and he are... close. Has he told you what the 'Trickster' wants?

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
ACTION: The shaking begins to subside.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
De: Keep up this speed. Get us to the Oleander Shelf.

Sso`De says:
SSo'Da'maor: were all most clear.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::looks at the CSO::  CSO:  It wants him.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
De: Good work.

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Lets go of a nearby chair and tries to steady herself::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@Trickster: This won't work. These are my memories, and mine alone. They do not haunt me, or control me in anyway ::steel jawed::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks a bit ill::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::checks her pulse::

Sso`De says:
::hits max speed and sets course for Oleander Shelf::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<CPO Beldaur> CMO: Doctor, your husband! ::Gestures to the CEO who has fallen and gotten himself knocked unconscious::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::searching through the pain that his own stress has brought on, he seeks any way to try and make Pangborn feel his presence::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::Shaking:: TO: I'm okay ... I'm okay ... I'm okay ... ::Doesn't seem okay::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CTO: I'm not certain I understand. It wants to possess him completely? To live out a life in his body?

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
OPS: Are you okay?

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
EO: What happened? ::looks unprofessionally concerned::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
CSO:  To destroy him primarily... at least I think that's what he was getting at.  ::looks all misty eyed::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
Self: Oh god. ::Runs to the CEO and begins to check his pulse and such::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::nothing, it is like a void...perhaps..::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::suddenly realizes that she can actually get inside Sulek's own tortured thoughts as he tries to reach Pangborn::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ XO: And if I were seeking to haunt you anymore, I'd be disappointed ... ::Steps forward to watch the younger Pangborn stop sniffling and get helped up. He turns to the XO:: Is this love I'm feeling?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::closes his eyes and focuses on what he knows is the real world...and Cherry::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::nods:: FCO: I'm...fine. Thanks. ::smiles slightly at him::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: thinks a moment :: CTO: Does not the Trickster realize that destroying Cmdr Pangborn would mean its own death?

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::nods::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ ::Glares and steps forward, snapping his fingers at the XO:: XO: That won't do anything.

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
OPS: I wonder what's going on up there...

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::Snide:: Trickster: You have no clue what love is.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
ACTION: A large gash is on the CEO's head, blood is trickling from it.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ ::Serious face:: XO: You're right.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
:: looks at the CSO intently::  CSO:  One would think so, wouldn't one?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
:: looks at Kraight and raises a brow:: CSO: Are you sure about that, Sir?

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: in a move that is incredibly risky to his own safety, he seeks to expand the shield into his own mind::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
FCO: Good question.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::keeps his eyes closed and tries to focus on reality::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
De: Set it on auto pilot. And get the leader of the group of people we rescued up here ... now.

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
All: Anyone have cloth?!

Sso`De says:
SSo'Da'maor: Were at full speed and I have set course.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
~~Serena: Stay put~~

Sso`De says:
:: sets the ship to auto pilot::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CTO: Does the Trickster actually *want* to die?

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<SSo`Da`Roar> CMO: Here, let me help you .. ::Pulls over some sort of spongy substance and starts to apply it to the CEO's head:: This should stop the bleeding.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
ACTION: The Captain is violently and telepathically thrown back, again.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::still looking at Erin, concerned that she hasn't answered yet::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
SSo: Thank you so much.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
CSO:  He's fought very hard to live in some form, hasn't he?  ::thinks about it::

Sso`De says:
::goes to the leader::

VADM_Sheridan says:
~~~CO: I am trying Sulek, but your thoughts are stronger than I imagined.~~~

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks over at the captain with concern::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@Trickster: So tell me then, what IS the point of this endeavor? Seems like a waste of time to me "Tricky Baby"

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
OPS: No, Lieutenant, I'm not sure at all...

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::keeps his eyes shut::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<SSo`Da`Roar> ::Smiles:: CMO: There is no worry. We should get him onto a bed.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he falls backwards to the ground...the link, what there was of it severed::

Sso`De says:
::arrives in sick bay::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ XO: Well, I'm trying to understand these feelings I'm now beginning to acquire ... ::Watches the younger Pangborn walk off with a young Lauren::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
CO: Are you alright sir?

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::sees the Captain fall backwards and begins to lose hope::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
SSo: Could you take one side? I will take the other.

Sso`De says:
::who is the leader of these people::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::Rubs her head:: TO: T-they said we're under some "Great Lake" right?

VADM_Sheridan says:
::opens her eyes, a tear trickling down her cheek:: CO: I am sorry Sulek.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::tortured tears stream down his face:: ~~Serena: It is over.~~ ::slowly he releases his link to her::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CTO: I'm beginning to form the germ of a plan that might free the Commander of his unwelcome guest... but it is one I suspect you will not like.  :: places a hand on her arm ::  If the Commander remains unconscious, I will do nothing without your assent, of course.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::opens his eyes and looks at the Trickster:: Trickster: I get it now ::smiles knowingly:: You're becoming human...and mortal...and you can't stand it can you tricky?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::laughs::

Sso`De says:
Munro: I am looking for your leader.

VADM_Sheridan says:
::bends down and touches his hand: ~~~CO: It is never over.~~~

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::looks at the CSO seriously, her eyes tearing up::  CSO:  He told me to kill him if the Trickster takes control.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
CSO: He has but to destroy Pangborn's soul so as to possess his body, no?

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
EO: Did they? I didn't hear. What sort of lake? ::trying to make her focus, to make sure she's all right::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
SSo: um ::looks around:: I don't know where the Captain is.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he stands, clearing the tears:: Serena: There is nothing left to do.  The commander must win this fight on his own.  It was a perfect shield.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks at Cherry sadly::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ ::Grits teeth:: XO: Yes ... that's pretty much it ... I'm not used to it. Gods never had a use for emotions.

Sso`De says:
Munro: I need to find your Captain.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::returns Jade's look::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: looks uncertain :: OPS: I've no real knowledge of the properties of what humans call 'soul'. We Benzites do not share that belief.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> TO: They said a GREAT Lake.

VADM_Sheridan says:
CO: Pangborn will prevail, I'm sure, but you...

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ XO: Could you please open your eyes, you're not going to escape that way and it's growing annoying.

Sso`De says:
ALL: who is your leader.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
EO: Like Lake Erie?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
CSO: For lack of a better term, his identity, his being. What "makes" him himself.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> TO: They made it sound .. bigger ... ::Growing pale::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he touches her hand, fleetingly:: Serena: I shall recover.  ::turning:: De: I am Sulek.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::laughs uproariously, puts his hand on the tricksters shoulder:: Trickster: I tell you what tricky, how about some ::suddenly furious:: PAIN!:: punches the trickster with all his force:: Your time is coming tricky, and this time when I kill you, you'll stay dead

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::speaks softly:: EO: Erin, am I missing something here? Do you have a...problem...with water?

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<SSo`Da`Roar> ::Gently touches the CMO:: CMO: I think your husband, is that what they called him? Will be coming to soon.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> TO: Y-yes ...

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
OPS: I understand the concept... I am simply uncertain whether it can be applied here. Excuse me...

Sso`De says:
::walks over and speaks into Sulek ear::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ ::The fist connects, and sends the double sprawling ... blood pours down his face from his nose::

Sso`De says:
Sulek: I need you to come with me to the bridge please.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::looks thoughtful for a bit:: EO: Do you know why? Did something happen?

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::listens::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: approaches the alien called 'Roar' :: Roar: A question about your medical equipment, if I may?

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
SSo: Thank you. ::Smiles::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::just smiles and nods her mind already relieved that Sulek will be alright soon::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
De: Please lead on.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::begins beating the hell out of the trickster::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::Buries her head into her knees:: TO: When I was younger ... I nearly drowned ...

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::watches the CSO::

Sso`De says:
::leads Sulek to the bridge::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::follow Sso'De::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::frowns:: EO: If it helps any, I'm a REALLY good swimmer. ::smiles::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::watches Sulek leave and sits down, exhausted::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
@ ACTION: The younger Pangborn and Lauren happily walk along, oblivious to the one Pangborn beating the living everything out of the other.

Sso`De says:
::walks into the bridge::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
@ ACTION: Blood splatters onto Pangborn's shirt and covers his hands. Suddenly, his double vanishes ... and the area around them changes to a seeming desert.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
ACTION: The CEO starts coming to, with a major headache.

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::walks over to the CEO::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::falls briefly and gets up::

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::starts muttering to himself:: Self: What the...and who the...when I find out who or what...

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
::Turns away from the screen which shows a whole region of alien fish to see a pointed eared fellow arrive:: CO: Ah, yes, your name is Sulek ... correct?

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<SSo`da`roar> CSO: I'm sorry, I was momentarily distracted by your fellow here ... ::Gestures to the CEO:: .. you had a question?

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ ::Standing not too far off, showing no sign of being beaten:: XO: That was immature.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::steps a little closer to the CSO so she can eavesdrop more effectively::

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::starts to pick himself up:: FCO: I am fine Ensign no need to worry, where is Ensign Munro?

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::looks around for the CMO::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
Roar: If Commander Pangborn were to die of a non-traumatic cause -- say, his heart were to stop -- would your equipment be able to revive him?

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
@ ACTION: Desert heat pounds down upon the two Pangborns.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::eyes widen::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::stands on the bridge:: Maor: How may I assist you?

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<SSo`da`roar> CSO: We have ... techniques. But there are no guarantees. We've never encountered any species like you ...

Sso`De says:
Sulek: points to SSo'Da'maor.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@Trickster: No matter what, you will never truly be human, or in any way a kind, sentient species of life that I will have respect for. I will kill you again, you must know that?

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::interrupts::  CSO:  He would let himself die rather than let Ben win.

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
CMO: Doctor, he's awake now.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Maor: You wished to see me?

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: nods :: Roar: I would like our doctor to review those techniques with you.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ ::Lightly smiles:: XO: I will become truly human the moment you're purged. ::Rubs the back of his neck:: I've only now begun to understand humanity ... I never did, for a while ... you, the Bolians, all those other species ... you're all the same ...

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
CO: Are you quite finished?

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: turns :: CTO: You refer to the Trickster?

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Roar> CSO: I will see what I can do.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
CSO:  There's nothing logical about him.  If he can't move on, he will take Ben with him.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Maor: Finished? with my friend? Yes, I have done what I could try to do.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
CO: Good. No offense, Sulek, but I found it quite rude how your crew proceeded on to take advantage of all we had with the only words you spoke to us being demands for assistance.

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
CEO: The ship hit some sort of disturbance, and started shaking. You fell and hit your head.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@:;chuckles:: Trickster: You just don't get it do you tricky? You will fail to purge me. We can make the switch. I won't mind torturing you with your new-found emotions

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::walks over and looks at the XO silently::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@Trickster: Paybacks a bitch

Sso`De says:
::takes the con::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ ::Kicks some sand and walks around the XO:: XO: Do you ever wonder what Gods are, Commander?

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Maor: My sincere apologies.  We are concerned about our friend.  He has been having some difficulty and I now fear that it has come to ahead.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
::Nods:: CO: I can understand. I'm concerned about my crew ... my ship ... my people. Would you mind answering some questions for me?

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CTO: You are most likely correct. My thought is this: if the Commander dies, the Trickster dies with him -- he is now entirely dependent on the Commander's existence.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Maor: How can we repay your kindness to us?  I will help if it is possible.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::mildly annoyed:: Trickster: No Tricky, but I'm sure you'll enlighten me

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ ::Turns to the XO:: XO: We're tools.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CTO: But if, once both are dead, we can revive the Commander...

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::nods at the CSO as she understands his plan::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Maor: Yes if I can and it is within the scope of my own orders edicts.

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
FCO: Oh well can't blame that on our hosts although I wonder what type of disturbance would shake us like that. ::starts walking away towards the Doctor::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@Trickster: Tools of what?

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
CMO: Harriet, you ok? I didn't have you worried or anything?

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Maor: You must understand, in my world, we have a command to try and not harm or alter the course of a society.  We are not always successful, but we try.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ ::Shrugs:: XO: The Universe, I suppose. We never really think about it. We're these beings with all this great power. And the surprising thing is? We could care less. We always think that we're really into ourselves, and feel nothing .. no happiness ... no pity ... no remorse ... no nothing.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CTO: Again... I will do nothing without your permission. Benzites place a high value on keeping their word... and on the lives of their friends.  :: smiles gently ::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Hugs the CEO tightly:: CEO: Yes, I was worried.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
CSO:  It he comes to as the Trickster, its in-line with Ben's wishes.  ::sadly turns away::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::laugh:: Trickster: Kind of hard to give up that to be mortal isn't it?

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ XO: We're all fulfilling some ancient rules and laws by merely existing. I never really realized it until coming into contact with your mind, but we're like forces of nature in that respect ... we merely exist to make sure things go right.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
::Nods:: CO: I can respect that.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: turns, looking for Munro ::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::watching the EO carefully, hoping she'll be ok::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
CO: First question ... who are you people and what are you doing here? I'm assuming you're not native to my world.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@Trickster: There is nothing "right" about what you are doing. You are an abomination before MY god.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::Suddenly bolts out of the medical bay, pushing the CSO out of the way as she does::

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::hugs the Doctor back:: CMO: Don't worry, how is the Commander any change since I got knocked out?

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
CEO: Listen I have to go see Kraight okay?

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::blinks, and gives chase without a word::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ XO: Your God? Which one would that be? There's plenty out there, Commander.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::walks back towards Pangborn's inert form::  OPS:  Any change?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::shakes her silently:: CTO: I'm afraid not.

VADM_Sheridan says:
::stands, feeling a little more rested and then comes to a realization. She wants to go home::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CMO: Doctor... a moment of your time?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@Trickster: No. There is only one.

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
CMO: Okay go don't want to anger the Commander, duty calls.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::Pale, sweating, and terrified, she runs as fast as she can down the corridor::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@Trickster: If you were a god, you would have no need of me

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Maor: Thank you.  We are travelers of sorts.  On a mission. We come from many places.  Our placement into your world is not of our making, but of a device which offered a chance to explore.  It is what we seek.  New places and people.  To learn about them, nothing more.  I cannot be more specific.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ XO: Well I'm no longer in the Universe's favor, either ...

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::sighs and stands beside Jade::  OPS:  I didn't think it would come to this...

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Smiles and turns to find Kraight::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
@ ACTION: The XO hears a buzzing in the distance ...

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
CO: So you are here to learn about us?

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::keeping up as best he can::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ XO: Come to think of it, neither are you ...

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Walks over to Kraight::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<CPO Beldaur> Sheridan: Are you all right Admiral?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::turns and looks at Cherry:: CTO: I wish I could say the same.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::notices Eisenhower run off and Wolverton follow.  Assumes he can handle it::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
OPS;  You saw this coming?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::ignores the trickster and listens to the new sound::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::looks around as she hears her name:: CPO: Huh?

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::walks over to where Commander Pangborn lies::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
@ ACTION: The buzzing builds into a familiar dull roar ... a motorcycle.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::looks at the CEO as he approaches::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Maor: Yes, if we can.  But only what you are willing to share.  You need not fear that we are here as some sort of advanced guard.  In our last locations, we were also placed into the position where we tried to help the worlds and even the timeframes we were placed in.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::notices something strange and stares::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
::Seems to actually accept all that the Captain is saying:: CO: I see. Interesting. There was a time ... a time where I would have asked for much more. Unfortunately, times have changed.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<CPO Beldaur> Sheridan: You seem distressed. Not that everyone isn't. But ... well ...

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
CTO: Cherry? Do you see that light? ::points to the furthest wall::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::smiles:: CPO: Just a little tired, but thank you for your concern.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::Comes to a porthole and cries out ... falls back, and collapses into a fetal position sobbing::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CMO: Doctor, it is clear that the Commander must be freed of the entity we call the Trickster. If its existence is now totally dependent on his own, then his death would mean its death as well. Would you please speak with our friend Roar, and determine to the best of your ability whether this medical equipment :: gestures around them :: would be able to revive the Commander after his clinical death?

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Maor: It seems that our placement is not only in new worlds, but new time continuums.  We do not know if where we are now is in our own space or even our own time frame.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::wonders at the odd behavior of the mind, taking Erin deeper into a structure that terrifies her::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::looks to where Jade is pointing::  OPS:  Light?  I don't see it.  ::keeps looking::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::walks a bit closer as she sees that the "light" seems to go from wall to wall::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ ::Comes up beside the XO:: XO: You and your folk have no idea how truly free us Gods once were.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Maor: If you don't mind, what caused your change of heart?

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
CO: Aha.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::follows Jade's gaze but sees nothing::  OPS:  What is it?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
CTO: There is a beam of light......it just appeared over there. ::points:: It stretches from one wall to the other.....it may be....an aura , of sorts.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::catches up to Erin, and not sure what to do now that he's caught up::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
CTO: I...can't quite get a good take on it.

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
CSO: Sir, is there anything I can do to help out?

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
CO: Prejudice. Death. Destruction. We once lived on the surface of this world ... but we were driven away. Into this lake. We have built a new civilization here over the past thirty years. We had thought that maybe one day, one day, the Argac, would forget their prejudices and let us return so we can be united. Now I fear that may never come.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
OPS:  It's some sort of life form?

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
CTO: Lieutenant, I mean Cherry, look I want to apologize for the way I acted when you were worried about him and where he was, but it was just that you were going off on our hosts who just saved our lives. Anyways listen I was out of line we all were, I hope you can accept my apology, I wouldn't like losing your respect, most of all your friendship

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
EO: Erin?

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Maor: Argac?

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::Sobbing:: TO: Just leave me alone ...

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
CO: The surface dwellers. We are the Aquati.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::turns her attention to the CEO::  CEO:  It's alright Sir.  I lost my composure.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
CO: They're supposed "opposite."

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::shakes her head:: CTO: It's white....pure white. Not a being, I don't think......

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
FCO: I'm not certain at this point, Ensign. Keep your eyes open, observe our hosts and their technology, and learn what you can.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
ACTION: A few Aquati stand in the corridor, watching the TO & EO with concern ...

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
OPS: White is good though, right?

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::nods, still wishing he could help the Commander::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
EO: I can't do that. ::kneels:: EO: You need me, and I'm not going to just abandon you.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Maor: Why are they prejudiced against you.  You seem a kind and reasonable people.

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
CTO: Has he shown any improvement while I was knocked out?

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> TO: We're going to die .. just like Y'Et ... just like the Counselor ... just like ::Sobbing harder:: Commander Pangborn ...

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@Trickster: You are as free as you feel if you're human.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
CTO: It usually is a sign of purity, of goodness......but why is it here?

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
::Smiles lightly:: CO: That's what we say.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::shakes her head::  CEO:  None.  ::looks back to Jade::  What I wouldn't give to have a tricorder...

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
Roar: Perhaps you could tell me about that disturbance we encountered.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::looks to Jade and shrugs::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
@ ACTION: The dull roar builds into a loud one. Two motorcycles pass by suddenly, and begin to slow down. On one is a teenaged Pangborn, with a teenaged Lauren holding onto him. The other motorcycle seems to hold a younger brother of his.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Roar> FCO: The Abyss.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::frowns suddenly as a thought crosses her mind::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Maor: But do they have any justification for their prejudice? An ancient emity? or is it something as foolish as appearance?

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
Roar: I see. Any danger present?

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
CO: A bit of both. They don't favor science as much as we do.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
EO: We can't know that, one way or another. The only question is, what are you going to do with whatever time you have?

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::walks over to Roar::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@@Trickster: You see, this has become a no-lose situation for me. If you become human, you will die ::wry grin:: I made sure of that. If I die, then I am truly free. Free to pass on to the next world. Ah. Tim and Bart and me. Now THIS is fun tricky. Bet you've never had that either. And you never will.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::Shaking, she looks up at him:: TO: I-I don't know ...

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Maor: What do they favor?

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::sees Jade frown::  OPS:  What?

Sso`De says:
SSo'Da'maor: sorry to bother you sir but we have Two Aquati vessels coming along side us.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::just enjoys the moment in the sun, suddenly free of pain::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::puts a hand on her arm, carefully:: EO: And you won't  know if you succumb to fear.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
@ ACTION: Bart's motorcycle seems to waver, and then falls over ... Bart is flung into the sand. The teenaged Pangborn cries out, and quickly halts his motorcycle ... rushing to his brother's side. Lauren moves over as well, she tries to touch Bart, but Ben yells at her - "I've got him!"

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: returns to the pallet where Pangborn lies ::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::shivers and wraps her arms around herself:: CTO: I...hope...it doesn't mean he's dying.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
OPS, CTO: Any change in the Commander's condition?

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
CO: They prefer the old ways, ironically. Religion, Gods, Monsters. Surprisingly, they're more than willing to take advantage of our discoveries for their own benefit. But they would more attribute it to their deities than to us.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@Trickster: Bad news for you. This ends happily

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
CSO:  No, but Jade has noticed....  ::can't bring herself to say it::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
De: Signal them to keep up pace with us for the Shelf.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
OPS: What?

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Roar> FCO: If we are sucked into the Abyss .. we die.

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::paces around pondering about what is going on around them::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::Stares into the TO's eyes, and begins to stop shaking::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks at the CSO:: CSO: There is....a white light. It stretches from wall to wall.

Sso`De says:
::sets the ship at a good speed and signal other ships::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::takes Pangborn's cold, limp hand and gives it a squeeze::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
Roar: Sorry I asked. I trust your helmsman is taking us as far away as possible?

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
Roar: Um... I was wondering something.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
OPS: What do you believe this light may signify?

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ XO: I'm not looking for an unhappy or happy ending. That doesn't matter. I'm just trying to understand ... ::Watches Pangborn:: ... very protective, aren't you?

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Roar> FCO: For as little of the Lake that is left ... yes.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Maor: Perhaps, there is something we can do.  In many cases, my organization has been asked to mediate.  We cannot alter the course of your civilization, but perhaps we can at least get them to listen.  You must do the same.  To dismiss one's beliefs as silly, will not solve your problem.  You do not have to agree with them, just accept.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::points to where she can see it:: CSO: It seems to be....an aura of some sort.....but not normal. nothing I have ever seen before.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
EO: You ready to go back?

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Roar> ::Smiles at what he feels to be a very attractive woman:: CMO: Yes. What is it?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@Trickster: That’s something you will never understand.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::Smiles and wipes some tears off her sleeve:: TO: Yeah. Wow. I really did freak out there ..

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::knows he probably can't hear her but speaks anyways::  XO:  We're here Ben, waiting for you.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Maor: Would they listen to another.  What you have happen, will be up to your two groups, not us.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
CSO: Truthfully? I don't know. Emotionally? It reminds me of old Earth tales of death.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ XO: I'm working on it. This protectiveness. You're always fearful of losing someone. It's carried over to your Starfleet duties ...

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::all of sudden thinks of something and starts walking over to Commander Kraight:: CSO: Commander, I just thought of something, this culture has advanced technology...you might follow me on this one. I think advanced enough to produce our equipment.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::still crouching with her, smiling:: EO: Fear can do that to you. But you're learning to deal with it.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
CO: No, perhaps not. But perhaps ... perhaps you can help us survive our current predicament.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::winces at the word "death"::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Maor: which is?

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
CSO: Just as convenience probably get some Starfleet designed uniforms too. ::grins as he says the statement::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: raises a hand :: CEO: Give me a moment, Lieutenant.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@Trickster: You won't stand because you’ve never "lived". And never will.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::watches Pangborn's face as she holds his hand::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
CO: Our current environment is being destroyed. The entire Lake seems to be vanishing into some sort of abyss.

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
CSO: Aye sir

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Shifts in her position:: Roar: Um, I was wondering if with your medical equipment you would be capable of reviving someone after they are um... clinically dead?

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
OPS: Does this light seem connected to the Commander in any way?

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Neet> ::Finds the Admiral and leaps onto her shoulder::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Neet> ::Has gotten conscious and is now dry ... his thoughts are only of the Counselor, something the Admiral can pick up on::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks up suddenly:: CSO: It just.....flew up through the ceiling. The light...is gone!

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Roar> CMO: Your friend Kraight asked a similar question. I am unsure.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::hears Jade and looks her way::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: looks at readouts :: 

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ XO: That's neither here nor there, Benny. Are you going to avoid my questions or what?

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
Roar: Oh, um... okay. ::Puts her head down in thought::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Maor: We can try to discover its nature, but the technology involved in its stoppage must be yours.  We cannot give you new technology, only teach you to work with what you have.   My science person is quite knowledgeable.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::tears her gaze away from the ceiling and focuses on the XO::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
CO: Any assistance would be appreciated.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::stands up and offers a helping hand to Erin::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
OPS, CTO: The Commander's condition seems unchanged.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::Smiles and is helped up::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::smiles as Neet returns:: Neet: Well where have you been my little friend? ::senses something from Neet that worries her:: What's wrong little one? Is it Ris`Mor?

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Neet> ::Squeaks in almost agreement::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::nods at the CSO::  CSO/OPS:  Maybe no news is good news?

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Maor: If you will make available any data you have or the ways you have of gaining it, I will put him to work on it immediately.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
All: His body is still alive anyway. ::said cryptically::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::Looks beyond the TO, at the porthole and into the water:: TO: That looks ... weird.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@Trickster: Now why on holy hell would I EVER do anything to help you. I'm just passing time here. It's cool to see my brothers again when they were little.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::sighs and continues to look at Pangborn::

VADM_Sheridan says:
Neet: Can you show me where she is? :;strokes his paw gently::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::starts::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
All: There is.....another light.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::walks her back out to the others, looking into the water with her:: EO: How so?

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::looks at Jade::   OPS:  Where?  And what color is this one?

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ ::Shrugs:: XO: I'm not sure why I bothered asking. Of course you're protective of everyone. You always fear they'll die and go away ... does it trouble you to know that you've already failed thus far .. TWICE?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
All: It is near the ground.....from wall to wall.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::points::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
Roar: Well could you explain to me the recessitate equipment to me?

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
ACTION: The TO can now see what the EO sees .. a creeping darkness amidst the dark blue, seeming more animated than simply dark.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@Trickster: I can't imagine what you're talking about ::defensive::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::looks to where Jade is pointing but sees nothing::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::turns:: Maor: I will bring him here.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Roar> ::Goes on to explain the equipment to the CMO in quite a complicated manner::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
CTO: White.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Neet> ::Squeaks and seemingly makes a shrug with his shoulders which suggests he does not know::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
CO: Thank you.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
OPS, CTO: Monitor the Commander's condition. Let me know if any change seems connected to the behavior of the light.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
EO: Hmmm...that IS kind of interesting, now that you mention it.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::wishes someone else could see it as well::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::moves from the bridge back to the bay.::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
To self:  White is good....

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::walks towards the beam slowly::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::sees Kraight and motions him to join him::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ XO: Sure you do. ::Grins:: Fourteen soldiers lined in a row ... ::Claps his hands loudly - CLAP!:: .. a shot rings out! Thirteen to go!

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Tries to keep up with Roar::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ XO: Thirteen soldiers sitting on a shelf ... ::Claps his hands:: ... a shot rings out, OOPS, now there's twelve!

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CEO: Apologies, Lieutenant. The Captain requires my presence. Please investigate your proposal further, but do nothing to implement it just yet.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::Feels the earlier nausea and fear creeping back:: TO: We should get back to the others.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: joins Sulek ::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Sir?

VADM_Sheridan says:
::takes Neet and sets him on the floor in front of her ::Neet: Now, try and remember where you last saw the counselor, then take me to that location ok? ::smiles reassuringly::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::grim:: Trickster: You're insane. Insane people do not do well in the world of humans tricky

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
EO: We're going there now. Just try to relax.

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
CSO: Yes sir, understood.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Neet> ::Gestures upward with his tail::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::stops a few feet away::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::continues to hold Pangborn's hand::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::looks up and points:: Neet: Up there, on the surface?

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: The Aquati have a problem.  I need your analytical skills.  Once you've determined the nature and cause of the problem perhaps using their technology you and perhaps the CEO can devise a course of action.  They will give what data they have.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ XO: By the definition of the Universe. You and yours are quite insane. The rest of us "omnipotent" beings have it easy. You all spend your lies wandering around thinking - "Oh woe is me, what is the meaning of my insignificant life?" These feelings you've clung onto so well have become a chain rather than a crutch.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Understood. Which of the Aquati should I see regarding this matter, sir?

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Neet> ::Nods::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::Tries to relax::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
@ ACTION: Over to the side, the younger Pangborn helps Bart up onto the motorcycle. A concerned, and somewhat hurt, Lauren looks on from the side.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: SSo'da'maor  He is waiting for you on the bridge.  Just through there.  ::points::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::kneels down and looks at the light a bit more closely::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@Trickster: For a "God" you show remarkable little comprehension for what your about to become. Your description is inaccurate.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::still walking, but briskly::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Yes, sir. :: turns to enter the bridge ::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ ::Laughs:: XO: Exactly! I need a new perspective. And that's what I'm going to get.

VADM_Sheridan says:
::sighs:: Neet: I'm not sure I can do anything to help her at the moment, but maybe if we find the Captain and talk to him, he might have some ideas.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::feels the light begin to hum in her mind::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: If you need me I will be seeing to the commander.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::closes her eyes::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ XO: You really hurt her that day, you know. Wouldn't be the first time either. You seem to do that often ... hurt the ones you love by pushing them away.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::Casts one last look at the porthole, and continues on, holding onto the TO's arm::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@Trickster: Go to hell

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::moves to the table where Pangborn lies:: Cherry: Any change?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::listens to the hum::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ XO: Would you believe me when I ask "which one"?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@Trickster: You WILL belong there.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
CO:  No Sir.  But Jade is experiencing something odd.  ::turns to look at OPS::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
SSo'da'maor: I am Chief Science Officer Kraight. The Captain has instructed me to place myself at your disposal. How may I be of assistance?

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ XO: Benny, your opportunities for escape won't be available just yet. Why don't you calm down and have a civilized conversation with me? You know, like a Starfleet officer would?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@::quiet:: Trickster: I have a good idea which one. The where lies and truth are all mixed up, and the only thing you know is endless pain

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::walks away towards the FCO: FCO: Ensign we have a new project to work on, replicating our gear with these peoples technology, we need only to inquire if it's possible right now Commander Kraight wants me only to explore the option not act on it just yet.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ ::Tries not to look insulted::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Cherry: I am sorry that I was unable to help.  Morgan: What are you experiencing?

VADM_Sheridan says:
::takes Neet's paw:: Neet: Let's find the Captain alright?

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
CEO: I'd be glad to help in any way.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<Neet> ::Squeaks, and is apparently led off by the paw::

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
FCO: Thank you Ensign.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::doesn't hear the captain, only the hum::

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
::Looks at the blue skinned being:: CSO: We need to understand this Abyss which is swallowing our habitat. Perhaps you could use your keen knowledge to ... manipulate our sensor equipment to make something more of it ...

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
@Trickster: Aww. Did I hurt your feelings tricky? You look so...lost. Maybe you need a hug:: hugs the trickster:: All better now tricky? Poor,. poor tricky, all confused and stuff. Believe me, I understand.

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
<"Pangborn"> @ ::Looks off put by the XO:: XO: Maybe I really did drive you over the edge ...

Host SSo’Da’maor says:
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