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

The Death Sentence of Conformity
Two

Arc Title: The Death Sentence of Conformity
Mission Number: 302
Creator: Michael Jones
Ship Manager: Michael Jones
Stardate: 10411.01

Previously …

Following the night of the reality storm, the crew traveled through the woods they had originally been moving through … eventually taking a night to sleep. When they awake, they explore the area, an event that leads to the CSO being snatched up by a giant hawk of sorts. 

The Crew are barely beginning to attempt to rescue him when an unknown craft assaults the hawk and rescues the CSO. The craft lands, and the crew find themselves facing a group of El Aurians. Apparently, the crew has arrived in the past of the doomed El Aurian Homeworld.

Surprisingly, they learn that these El Aurians are self aware of the fact their world is artificial. Most of the El Aurians have been having nightmares in regard to their original incarnations deaths. 

In addition to these surprises is the fact the El Aurians knew that the Quirinus crew was coming … knowledge passed onto them by one Admiral Serena Sheridan.

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. Since the beginning of this Journey, Sulek has slowly begun to act with emotion. This soon culminated with the beginning of his relationship with Admiral Sheridan. However, his love for Sheridan (and growing emotions) posed a danger to the crew, and he was forced to end the relationship and lock up his emotions once more. The results of this action led to the supposed suicide of Admiral Sheridan. Sulek may feel remorse and worse … but no one can tell. He is beyond such things as emotions now.

Keith LaHue is Commander Ben Pangborn  – Executive Officer of the Quirinus, the Human Pangborn has been through a lot in his life time, but has recently come to terms with the tragedies of his past, and is now working to step forward in life. To help him on this Journey is his current love interest, Quirinus CTO, Lieutenant Cherry.

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.

Jane Rowley is Lieutenant 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.

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.

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. His relationship with the ship’s Doctor, Harriet Munro, was abruptly ended recently by her choice. Telarus’ subsequent beating given by the enigmatic Nero has not made his life any easier.

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 is doing so with the recent beginning of his relationship with engineer Erin Eisenhower.

Vikki is Victoria Shakaku Sagan – The human woman known as Sagan has no part in the Journey of the Quirinus crew, nor was she selected by the Gateway to join it. She has no joined the crew through accident; slipping through the “cracks of the Universe” during a reality storm and meeting the Starfleet personnel along the way. Who she is and what her past holds remain a mystery, for now … 

Host SM_Selan says:
=/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= RESUME MISSION =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\=
Host SM_Selan says:
NARRATIVE: Three months ago. 
Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: As the train disappears behind her, the one thing that seems to cross the last thoughts of Serena Sheridan's life is that it really was a beautiful night. She sees the lights of the train disappearing along the tracks ... and the moon seeming to get smaller and the starts farther away as she plummets toward the ground several hundred feet below.
Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: The only sound she hears is the rippling of her dress in the wind, and the cold is the only feeling at her back.
Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: Suddenly, out of the corner of her eye ... a flash of white ... and then a violent shift in velocity. She is no longer going down but right. Something has swung and caught her. The shock of it all is too much ... the rushing air ... the sudden violent grab ... and as she fades into unconsciousness she finds herself staring in a black and white mask, and two eyes which seem familiar but she cannot put them to a face ...
Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: ... "Isn't it ironic that once you held me at the brink of death as well, Serena?" and that is the last thing she hears before all goes dark.
Host SM_Selan says:
NARRATIVE: The Present.
Azhure says:
:: Moves toward the stove to get the admiral a cool drink, then turns to hand it to her.::
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
::eating some kind of weird fruit while sitting under a tree outside::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
VADM: A pleasure to see you. Is Ris`mor with you? ::genuine smile::
Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: Days have passed since the crew arrived in the El Aurian town, and they are still getting adjusted to the situation.
VADM_Sheridan says:
:: waves the drink away and continues to stare at Sulek  then is startled by Pangborn's question :: XO: Ris`Mor?
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
::still eating.. hopes she doesn't gain too much weight::
Host Seurare says:
::The pudgy pleasant El Aurian steps up to the CIV:: CIV: Hello Ms. Sagan. And how are you today?
Azhure says:
:: Picks up another two drinks and heads out the door and over to the costcha  tree.::  CIV:  Would you like a cool drink?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
VADM: Yeah. She was purported to be dead too. I don't believe that one either
Azhure says:
::Hands the other drink over to Seurare.::
VADM_Sheridan says:
XO: I'm sorry Commander, but I have not seen the counselor or anyone else from the ship in some time.
Host Seurare says:
::Takes the drink:: Azhure: Thank you, dear.
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
::looks up from the ground:: Azhure: sure why not.. awful nice of you all to feed me.. I mean us like this..
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
VADM: Well where have you been?
Azhure says:
CIV:  It is our honor.
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: I know you never look a gift horse in the mouth.. but uhh... if you don't mind me asking.. why?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::walks down the street of the village, he did not realize that there would be such an awkward nature to his reunion with the Admiral::
VADM_Sheridan says:
XO: That's difficult to explain Commander. Perhaps it is best to move on and just concentrate on the present. :: smiles ::
Azhure says:
CIV:  Why what?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
VADM: I'll consider it a compliment they you believe me to be loosely wrapped enough to accept that. Okay. Carry on. We'll discus your 'death' another time
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: why it is an Honor?
Host Seurare says:
::Lets Azhure talk to the CIV and spots the Captain, walking over to him::
Azhure says:
::Smiles::  CIV:  It is always an honor to have guests.
VADM_Sheridan says:
XO: Forgive me Commander, but time has melted my thoughts and I fear that any answer I would give you would make me appear to be insane.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::approaching:: Seurare: It is most peaceful here.  It gives one time to reflect.
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: Yeah but we…well…we can't be sure where this is.. or even where we came from.. ehhrrr.. what I mean to say is.. how do you know we are not here to .. you know.. kill you all or something?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
VADM: Trust me, I can relate
Host Seurare says:
::Nods:: CO: Indeed. Especially about old acquaintances ... 
VADM_Sheridan says:
:: nods :: XO: I sense that you have experienced something similar.
Azhure says:
::Sits down across from her, tucking her legs under each other.::  CIV:  There are some things one just... knows.  That doesn't mean we or I are always right though.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Seurare: Yes.  I am pleased Ser...the Vice Admiral is well, but I am uncertain about ...::lets the thought fade:: She has told you of our history together?
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: right.. ::points her drink as she talks:: so why take chances?
Host Seurare says:
::Walks with him:: CO: I believe it was the lack of speaking on the subject of you that led us to conclude as much. There was a hurt there ... a rift. Something missing. ::Stops:: Possibly something that should be repaired at some time. But ultimately, I believe that is a decision best left to her.
Azhure says:
CIV:  Why not?  Would you really enjoy spending all your life looking over your shoulder when what is behind you is already familiar?  It is what is ahead that is exciting and interesting.  Is it not?
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: I guess that’s one way to look at it
Azhure says:
CIV:  How do you look at things?
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
::gulps down her drink and looks at the empty glass.. not sure what to do with it::
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: I'm here today.. that’s not too bad
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Seurare:  Yes.  It is true.  I did what I could, but the influence of what I now believe was a telepathic magnifier, affected more than I realized at the time.
Azhure says:
CIV:  Then enjoy yourself.  Do you ride?  ::Reaches over unobtrusively to take the empty glass.::
VADM_Sheridan says:
:: looks past Pangborn and sighs slightly :: XO: Commander, please tell me what has happened since I left.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
VADM: How long have you been here ::motions:: They were expecting us. Were you?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
VADM: Now that’s a long story.....
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: ride? ride what...? ::lets her take it for lack of any other reaction::
VADM_Sheridan says:
XO: I have been here....a while. You were expected, but I do not know how they knew.
Azhure says:
::Motions her head towards the coral with a couple of quadrupeds.::  CIV:  They are not horses, but close to them.  Faster, more elegant in my mind.  Care to try?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Seurare: I was clearly in error for allowing things to progress as they did.  As a Vulcan, I know the risks involved in allowing the emotions to surface for my kind.  Yet, in my arrogance, I believed those controls to be wrong and that I could control what happened.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
VADM: So tell me about this gap you've experienced. I can tell you what happened from out perspective, but I'm not sure it would help. Or explain anything. ::stumbles mentally:: You....disappeared is they way I have always chosen to view it. Yet there were those amongst us that considered you dead
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: Umm.. nah that’s ok.. I think I will pass thanks.. it reminds me too much of a few of the things I had to chase down and eat at the beginning of this .. what ever I'm doing here
Host Seurare says:
ACTION: Meanwhile, the CTO & TO have taken some time to interact as the defense of the crew on this Journey and are currently walking along the edge of the El Aurian town in the forest.
Host Seurare says:
CO: You blame it mostly on a ... "telepathic amplifier"?
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::walking along the edge::
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::walking, along, as he said, the edge of the forest...oh, and talking::
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
TO:  So umm.... do you believe all this?  ::gestures to the town::
Azhure says:
:: A shudder slips up her spine, but her smile does not falter.::  CIV:  Would you be interested in something else to burn up some of that food?
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: like?
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::shrugs:: CTO: What's so hard to believe?
VADM_Sheridan says:
XO: Commander, the pain was great and my heart ached for understanding. I was swept away as I fell, but the face was somehow familiar.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
VADM: Tell me how
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
TO:  It seems too good to be true.  It seems like whenever I relax, we're taken unawares by some threat.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Seurare: To blame it on a tool or on my condition would imply that I had nothing to do with it.  That would be an illogical lie.  The amplifier only intensified the emotions, it was not responsible for them.  Only I can take credit for that act.
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
::adjust the way she is sitting to let her knees bend differently::
Azhure says:
CIV:  Tell me, what interests you the most?
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::raises an eyebrow:: CTO: You relax? ::looks around warily::
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
CTO: I don't think I ever do. ::whispers:: Especially while we're being tracked.
Host Seurare says:
::Nods, suddenly looks like he had a pain in his head ... rubs at the side of his temple::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Seurare: You are unwell?
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::looks wary and peers into the woods::  TO:  We're being tracked?
Host Seurare says:
CO: I'm ... fine. Just a weird feeling there for a moment.
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
::looks at Azhure about to answer but pauses and sits back a bit:: Azhure: that’s a good question.. I hadn't given that much thought since... ::pauses again and just thinks for a moment::
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::keeps looking forward:: CTO: Yes.
VADM_Sheridan says:
XO: There was a flash.....of white...a man I believe. Forgive me Commander, as I said, my mind has been foggy on this matter.
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
TO:  By what?
Host Seurare says:
ACTION: Meanwhile, a hover vehicle comes flying into town ... rapidly approaching the CO & Seurare.
Azhure says:
::Quietly::  CIV:  Since?
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
CTO: One something...I'm not sure what.
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
::looks at Azhure and then away again:: Azhure: I sorta put up my hobbies after one of them landed me in this mess.. and I haven't had time to replace it yet.. so I can't really answer your question.. ::just grins::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Seurare: The El Aurians are well-known for their abilities.  Humans might refer to it as a gut response, still, your feeling should not go un-examined.  ::notes the hover craft:: Friends of yours?
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::looks at Wolverton::  TO:  So if this one thing decides to attack us, what are we going to do?  Throw rocks at it?  ::wishes for the umpteenth time she had a phaser::
Azhure says:
CIV:  Sooo... you might be interested in a new hobby?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
VADM: Was there also a flash of black?
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: maybe..
Host Seurare says:
::Looks concerned at the rapidly approaching vehicle:: CO: It isn't a craft from our town ...
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: eating seems to work for me so far.. ::smiles::
Host Seurare says:
ACTION: The vehicle lands, and an injured young male stumbles out ...
VADM_Sheridan says:
XO: I do not remember. When I awoke I was simply here. :: motions around her ::
Azhure says:
:: Stands.::  CIV:  Then come.  Perhaps a stroll into my village, well, town to you perhaps, might catch your eye.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::rushing to the young man:: Seurare:  This man will need medical attention.  YM: Lie still.  We will get help.  Can you tell me what has happened?
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::pulls a small, vaguely primitive looking phase pistol out of his pocket...surreptitiously, whispering:: I was thinking of shooting it.
Host Seurare says:
::Eyes widen at the sight:: Goodness. 
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: ok.. I'm game for that.. ::stands up and stretches::
Host Seurare says:
ACTION: A stench suddenly catches the CTO & TO's noses ...
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::grins::  TO:  Any idea where it is now?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
VADM: Do you remember the train? And what happened there?
Azhure says:
CIV:  If you will give me but a moment.  ::Gathers the used dishes, takes them into the house.::
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
::brushes off her back side as she waits::
VADM_Sheridan says:
:: looks down :: XO: I remember but do not ask me to speak of it.
Host Seurare says:
<Young Male> ::Coughs out some blood:: CO: ... entire cities consumed ... they're coming ... unstoppable ... it's because we discussed ... it's because we known the truth! 
Host Seurare says:
::Comes over to the side:: YM: Shhh ... where are you from, lad?
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::in a normal tone of voice:: CTO: Yes, the trees are quite lovely around here. ::whispers:: Behind us and a bit to the left.
Azhure says:
::Grabbing a scarf, she informs her mother she will be back later, then heads back outside.:: CIV:  Ready?
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: sure why not.. you lead..
Host Seurare says:
<Young Male> Seurare: T-tk-tktomer ... ::Coughs up more blood. He looks pale, his neck is pulsating::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::begins inspecting the young man's injuries:: Seurare:  He needs medical help.  Could you fetch someone.  If he doesn’t  get it soon, his hometown will be irrelevant.
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::trying to breath through her mouth::  TO:  The source of that smell?  ::makes a point not to look around::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
VADM: Fair enough. It was more that I wanted to know where the gap began. I must tell you, I never believed you were dead. Not for a moment.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Host Seurare says:
ACTION: As the CO inspects the young male's injuries, he spots two familiar injection holes. The veins all seem to be turning gray with the pale skin.
VADM_Sheridan says:
:: smiles :: XO: Are you so sure that I am not?
Azhure says:
.: Guides her up the path and toward a simple country lane.::  CIV:  Are you feeling... better?  ::looks away sadly.::
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: I'm fine.. why do you ask?
Host Seurare says:
::Speaks to one of the El Aurians who steps over, who rushes to get the town doctor::
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
CTO: I believe so.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
YM:  Were these attackers both organic and machine, dressed in black and no doubt announcing that your uniqueness would be added to their own?
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
TO:  Obviously we're downwind.  ::grins again::
Host Seurare says:
ACTION: Meanwhile, in the forest, a growl is heard and the Creature from before hurls itself from the trees at the CTO & TO ... its claws attempting to strike them both.
Azhure says:
CIV:  Because life cannot stay the way we want them.  Things happen, things change.  If we can be ready for them on some level, we can get through it.
Host Seurare says:
<Young Male> ::Eyes widen as he just stares at the CO, seemingly choking on the air::
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::swears and dives for cover::
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::shoots instantly::
VADM_Sheridan says:
XO: Perhaps I am but a figment of your imagination. Here, all is possible is it not?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
YM: Did they call themselves the Borg?
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::suspects they might need something that shoots silver bullets for this job::
Host Seurare says:
ACTION: The Creature is nailed in mid-air, falling to the ground. It shakes it's head ... and a furious roar is heard again as it tries to rush the TO.
Host Seurare says:
<Young Male> ::Stops responding, gets glossy eyed and just lies there::
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: you act like you are expecting something?
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::shoots again...and means to keep shooting until it stops moving entirely::
Host Seurare says:
ACTION: Three more blasts strike the Creature dead on ... and it eventually drops to the ground snarling. After a few pants ... it passes out.
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::shoots it two more times to be sure::
Host Seurare says:
ACTION: The Creature twitches as its hit by the pulse bursts.
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::cautiously gets up from where she was hiding::  TO:  That's odd.  It seemed afraid of us before.  I wonder why it attacked?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::rising:: Seurare: It is done.  I am afraid we have a serious problem.
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::looks carefully for any movement/breathing::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
VADM: That would mean you are now a part of the construct. There is another possibility, one that recent experience supports. Time is not a constant here. It's possible you simply moved from one moment to the next, skipping some of what we went through
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
CTO: Forensics is your specialty, isn't it?
Azhure says:
::A sad tone to her voice.::  CIV:  Is not something always happening?  ::Smiles::  Sooo... tell me of your interests?
Host Seurare says:
::Steps over with a physician who immediately tries to examine the young male:: CO: What is happening here? It seems so ... familiar.
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
TO:  It is?  I mean.. it is!  ::cautiously steps closer to the beast::
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::keeps the pistol targeted on the critter::
Host Seurare says:
ACTION: The stench of the Creature overwhelms the CTO's senses.
VADM_Sheridan says:
XO: Then how can we know the truth?
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::stops and covers her mouth with her hand::  TO:  Ewwww....
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
CTO: Try holding your nose.
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
::stops walking and looks at Azhure:: Azhure: are all you folks this.. weird?
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::takes a hanky from her pocket and covers her nose.  Steps closer::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
VADM: I'm not sure truth is in and of itself evident here. We must act upon our empirical senses as if they were reality, regardless.
Azhure says:
:: Laughs out loud::  CIV:  Are all your people the same as you?
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: only the ones not in Starfleet
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::cautiously prods a leg of the creature with her foot, to see if it reacts::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Seurare: If what those marks on his neck are what I believe them to be, he was lucky to make it this far.  How he managed to escape and not be joined to a collective is something of a mystery to me, but still there is little doubt in my mind as to what he refers.  I need to talk to my crew and you will need to make preparations to flee.
Host Seurare says:
ACTION: The Creature does not react.
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::holding her breath leans closer and attempts to identify the species::
Azhure says:
::Her heart lightening a bit::  CIV:  Everyone is different in one way or another.  Would I say I was typical for my people?  Hmmm... my family might disagree.
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::ponders shooting it again for good measure::
VADM_Sheridan says:
XO: Understood Commander, but if we can not determine what is truth, then how can you and the rest continue the journey not knowing if you have chosen the correct path?
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: yeah.. family is good at that.. disowning the weird ones
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Seurare: I would also suggest that you move the craft.  It could be traced.
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::doesn't see anything familiar about it so far::  TO:  Do you think the Doc would be willing to autopsy this thing?
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: so what makes you think things are gonna get bad.. 
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::coughs:: VADM: Well. This is an area I struggle with, Let is suffice to say that fate...and faith, will see us through.
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
CTO: Sounds like a good job for the doc to me...how are we going to get it there?
Host Seurare says:
ACTION: The Creature is entirely covered in muck, feces, and other non-pleasant stuff. Its figure seems to be humanoid, although it's hard to tell from the apparent claws it has.
Azhure says:
::Nearing the outskirts of the village.::  CIV:  Sooo... do you like to cook or do crafts or...  ::Pauses a moment, swallowing hard, then continues.::  Or perhaps you would like a pet?
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
CTO: I think it needs a sonic shower.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Seurare: Take the body too and inspect the craft carefully.  There maybe others like him on board...or worse.
Host Seurare says:
CO: Flee from what? What is going on here? 
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
TO:  Ummm.... ::looks around for a water source::  We can't take it into town smelling like this.  I'm sure our hosts would be offended.
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: umm no pets thanks.. paint is good.. can't hurt you unless you freeze it...
VADM_Sheridan says:
XO: Commander, my fate has been determined. Yours may not be yet. Faith will guide you but my heart has only one duty that is to carry the seed to the future.
Azhure says:
::Curious:: CIV:  Freeze paint?
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
CTO: We could always bring Doc out here to it.
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: sure.. why not..
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Seurare: What he described before he died and his reaction to my description suggests a race known as the Borg.  You will not be able to defend against them.  I cannot tell you more.
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::nods and contemplates who should stay and watch it::  TO:  Are you quite sure it’s dead?  ::doesn't want to touch it to check::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::nods:: VADM: It's not that different for any of us really
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
CTO: Reasonably sure...but one of us should probably stay with it.
Azhure says:
::Blinks::  CIV:  I am not certain how that can hurt one.  However... if you like art, there is a small gallery near the town hall.  And it also carries supplies in the small gift shop.  Perhaps that would be a good start.
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
TO:  Probably the one with the gun.  ::grins::
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: see if it's hard.. and cold.. it makes it more.. umm fun.. to stick down your older brother's lab coat.. because as it leaves this very big stain as it melts and .. well he generally screams at first and well…let’s just say I have experience..
VADM_Sheridan says:
:: touches his hand :: XO: You must tell Sulek......
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
CTO: Agreed. You know how those holo vids go...let it out of your sight and it vanishes....
Azhure says:
::Chuckles::  CIV:  Ahhh... I think I shall remember that.  I might even have the perfect person to test out your... experience.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::feels the warmth of her hand:: VADM: You know I will. But he already knows ::sad smile::
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: how about we just get back to the cooking and eating part huh?
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::looks confused::  TO:  Right.  I'll go fetch Harriet then.
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::nods, still aiming at the creature::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Seurare: I believe my CTO and TO were headed out into the forest, if you could send someone, it would be most helpful.
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::heads back into town at a jog wondering where exactly the Doc might be::
VADM_Sheridan says:
XO: You do not understand....:: places his hand on her heart :: Feel the beat.
Azhure says:
CIV:  You do like your food.  Hmm... ::Stops as they enter the village.::  Something appears to be going on up ahead with your crew.  Would you like to check it out?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::places his hand on her heart::
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: I wouldn't say those guys are my crew.. but sure.. why not...
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::begins moving back towards the cabin where he last saw the others of the AT:: Seurare: If you will excuse me, I should discuss this with my XO and the Vice Admiral.
VADM_Sheridan says:
XO: Listen closely.
Azhure says:
::Heads over to the group, moving close to her father, a look of curiosity in her eyes.::
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::refrains from watching the CTO....jog...as she leaves::
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::nears the town.  Can't imagine where to look.  Wishes for the umpteenth time she had a comm badge::
VADM_Sheridan says:
XO: Do you not hear it?
Host Seurare says:
::nods::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::listens::
Azhure says:
.:Lightly touches her fathers arm.::
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
::follows Azhure and just watches::
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::calls out as she jogs::  CMO:  Harrrrrrrrrrrriiiiiiiiieeeeeeeeeeeetttttttttt!
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::crossing to the building he enters and sees the XO and Admiral deep in conversation:: Pangborn/Sheridan: We have a problem.
Host Seurare says:
::Turns to Azhure, a fearful look on his face::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::picks his head up:: VADM: I understand. I will tell him, when the time is right. So you don't have to.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::looks up:: Sulek: Captain?
Azhure says:
:: Says nothing, understanding her father without words.  A heavy sigh escapes her.::  Seurare:  What would you like me to do?
VADM_Sheridan says:
:: removes his hand and raises her fingers to her lips indicating him to be silent for now ::
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::stops to think of the logical place to find her.  Unfortunately, logic isn't her strong point::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::looks her in the eye with understanding::
VADM_Sheridan says:
:: nods to Sulek :: CO: Captain...
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: What's going on anyway?
Host Seurare says:
::Takes her hand:: Azhure: Just keep safe. I fear that burden we've all felt is coming.
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::gives up and starts walking and calling out for the Doc::
Host Seurare says:
<Doctor Munro> ::Comes out of one of the buildings:: CTO: You called?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: A young man from another El Aurian town just arrived.  He was badly injured but before he died he was able to describe the attack and then reacted very strongly to the description I gave him of the attackers.  Commander, he had two marks on his neck where the skin had gone a mottled gray.  I believe it's the Borg.
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
CMO:  Thank goodness.  We've killed something and need to identify it.  Grab something sharp and come with me.  ::gestures for her to follow and slowly heads back::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::rubs his head:: Sulek: You're sure?
Azhure says:
::Tightly squeezes his hand, swallowing hard before letting go.  She then steps forward to kiss his cheek before turning back to her guest.::  CIV:  Good question.  However, I believe you were interested in food.  And... I have a request of you.  ::Guides her toward a small book store.::
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::still watching the creature, but carefully listening to the surroundings::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: The problem is that the Borg should not yet be here.  I believe that their attack comes at least a century from this point.
VADM_Sheridan says:
:: looks away distracted ::
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
::follows Azhure uncertain of what's going on but doesn't think she likes it..::
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: oh yeah? like what?
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::drags the CMO to the outskirts babbling about how it was self-defense::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: If it is them, we have no defense against them.
Azhure says:
::Enters into a ship filled with the various smells of dried flowers and herbs.::  CIV:  I would like to give you a small gift to keep.  And one day, should you meet one of my people, give them a copy of it.  ::Turns to talk to the salesperson.::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: The federation hasn't fared well against Borg even with technology. Let alone defenseless...but...are we truly defenseless. There must be something...something we're missing
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::approaches the TO and the smell, Dr. Munroe in tow::  TO:  Still dead?
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: one of your.. you’re assuming I actually get out of... ok.. sure.. I would be happy too
Host Seurare says:
<Dr. Munro> ::Looking quite confused about the situation::
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
CTO: Hasn't moved yet.
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
CMO:  There it is.  Whaddya think?
Azhure says:
::Hands her a small box filled with disks.::  CIV:  I expect many wonderful things for you.  Here are some of my favorite stories along with a cookbook with traditional foods you might like to try.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: I know...in someway, the construct may be manipulating time lines.  The survivor said it was because they knew, but I don't know what it was they knew.
Host Seurare says:
<Dr. Munro> ::Ignoring the smell, she kneels down and gently touches the Creature, observing various aspects of it and brushing stuff off with her hands::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: I this plays out the way it should, it would mean that the El Aurians fought them off once, correct? Unless the time space continuum is disrupted, or the construct has created this as a new challenge as you say. We need to question the locals, see what they know, if anything
VADM_Sheridan says:
:: moves a few feet away and gazes down the street ::
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
::takes the box and looks inside:: Azhure: sure I can do that.. are they magnetic?
Azhure says:
::A smile lights her face, but does not touch the sorrow deep in her eyes.::  CIV:  They are standard disks.  You should have little trouble using them. And... Thank you.
CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: sure.. you sure you don't know what’s going on? It feels like your setting up to die or something...
Host Seurare says:
<Dr. Munro> ALL: Humph. ::Turns to them:: She's human.
Azhure says:
CIV: No... not I.
Host Seurare says:
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