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

The Death Sentence of Conformity
Three

Arc Title: The Death Sentence of Conformity
Mission Number: 303
Creator: Michael Jones
Ship Manager: Michael Jones
Stardate: 10411.08

Previously …

Fear now clutches the El Aurians as doom begins to close in on them. Loss of contact with various cities across their world hints toward something horrific happening. A sole El Aurian male who arrives at the village the crew are present in, and dies before them reveals the truth – the Borg are coming.

Meanwhile, the crew has tried to deal with the mysterious circumstances surrounding the sudden re-appearance of Admiral Serena Sheridan, as well as the capture of the mysterious “Creature” – who has now been revealed to be a human in dire condition.

Are they prepared for what is coming?

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.

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 =/\==/\==/\==/\==/\=

CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
::wasn't surprised by much since first getting here.. mostly just ignores things.. and eats when ever possible::

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::looks for the Captain::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::stands in a cabin in the village::

Azhure says:
::In the spare bedroom, gently tending the wild creature they had brought to her home.::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::is staring moodily across the room::

Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: Tension mounts throughout the town as the concerned inhabitants worry about relatives and friends in distant cities where communication has been lost. A sense of deja vu also strikes many, but they're not entirely sure why.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: approaches Sulek ::

Host SM_Selan says:
<CPO Beldaur> ::Knocks on the door to OPS' room::

Azhure says:
::sitting on the bed, she lifts the left hand and trims the long, now clean ragged nails.::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Ens. Rio> ::Approaches the CIV::

CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
::sitting back in a chair at the cabin door.. eating a pie and watching what everyone else is doing..:

VADM_Sheridan says:
:: sits in a corner quietly not sure as to what to make of this place ::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::in the cabin with Sulek:: Sulek: What do you think?

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks up at the CSO:: Kraight: Commander?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks up:: CPO: Come in!

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::find the Captain and sees the CSO as well::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CO, XO: I don't see any way that the timeline could have skewed this badly by our arrival.

Host SM_Selan says:
<CPO Beldaur> ::Opens the door slowly:: OPS: Lieutenant, I hadn't seen you around ... are you all right?

Host SM_Selan says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::Looking around for the TO, concerned after hearing he confronted the Creature::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::tilts her head and looks at him consideringly for a long moment::

CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
::doesn't know much about the Borg...except its bad news...goes back to eating.. worry isn't a strong point these days::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::poking around::

Azhure says:
::Briefly stares outward at nothing, her breath catching.  Swallowing hard, she returns to the unconscious creature.::

CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
::watches Rio get closer as she eats::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CSO: I agree. Problem is, what do we do in the here and now created for us? It must be the work of the construct, for reasons unknown. We are defenseless

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
CPO: As good as I can be, I guess. I'm...just making peace with myself. Just in case.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: There is little we can do but try to evacuate the inhabitants.  We have no means to withstand a Borg attack.  Kraight: Since the construct is our of the normal space-time continuum, anything may be possible.

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::approaches both of them::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Ens. Rio> CIV: Hello there, I don't think we've properly met each other ... ::Holds out hand:: ... Albert Rio.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CO: I don't know. I still have my doubts that we are still in the Construct.

Host SM_Selan says:
<Neet> ::Slinks into OPS' room, and comes and curls up on her lap::

CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
::looks at the hand and puts down her fork long enough to shake it:: Rio: Smicky Nagan.. ::mouth full::

Azhure says:
:: Using a file, she soon has the left hand done and begins the right.::

Host SM_Selan says:
<CPO Beldaur> OPS: It seems everyone has given up hope. I'm not too familiar with the Borg myself ...

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: There is little to doubt on that account.   What could be happening could only happen in the construct.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Evacuate to where?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::runs a soothing hand down Neet's back and cuddles him a bit closer::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CO, XO: We need a defensible position. A cavern system, or possibly a mountain pass with limited access.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
CPO: You misunderstand me, Ensign. I haven't given up hope.....there is always hope...as there is always luck. I am, however, just making things right, just in case.

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
CO: Sir, I want to speak to you about the Borg threat.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CSO: Have you scouted the terrain? Are there any possibilities?

Host SM_Selan says:
<CPO Beldaur> ::Stops, not realizing he more gave away about himself than asking about her:: OPS: Oh, of course ... sorry, my mistake.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: The question that remains for us is how much should we interfere.  The gateway did indeed point out to us our function is to observe, yet we know that in some way the construct has also been interfered.

Host SM_Selan says:
<Ens. Rio> ::Raises eyebrow, and takes a seat:: CIV: Interesting name. Breathe much?

VADM_Sheridan says:
:: continues to listen to the others talking, not sure if there is a solution to this problem at the moment ::

Azhure says:
::Looks up at her mother as she comes in with clean clothes::  T'winn: Thanks.  I am trying to decide what to do about her hair.  It is a toss up of having her unconscious and taking care of her and having her awake.  But this hair... it is no more then a rats nest.  I am not sure it is even possible to detangle it without taking a week.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::smiles gently:: CPO: Don't give up on us yet.

Host SM_Selan says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::Finally finds the TO:: TO: There you are!

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
XO: No. We will have to rely on the inhabitants to guide us in this.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::sits:: Sulek: I'd like to think we can at least save ourselves. :;sad:: Maybe we are here to prepare them for the end. Or try to.

Azhure says:
<T'winn> :: The look of worry eases from her face as she watches her daughter.::  Azhure:  You are doing fine.  Will she wake soon?

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: I agree with the CSO. The Borg will be attracted to civilization.  They may not look further.  Since they must still have transporter technology, we must also assume that there is no such thing as a defensible position, just a hidden one.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::smiles:: EO: Been here a while. What's going on?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CSO: We'll need to ask around I guess

Host SM_Selan says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::A bit worried look on her face:: TO: Borg. Pretty much.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: We know that they are already aware of this being an alternative.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CO, XO: I will begin investigating the possibilities at once.

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
CO: Sir, we must acquire the El Aurian's help, even if that could violate the temporal prime directive. I can at least devise some way of defending ourselves and possibly them with their current technology.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: stands, turns to leave ::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::nods:: EO: I'd heard. Doesn't feel right to me, but I'm not in command.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::deliberately doesn't look at the CPO that closely, not wanting to see his future at that moment, afraid of what she'll see::

Azhure says:
:: Notes the clothes and smiles::  T'winn:  Hopefully not until we are done here.  If you can help me with getting her dressed, I would like to then cut her hair.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Are you speculating? They do appear to have remarkable foresight

Host SM_Selan says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> TO: What do you mean?

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Telarus: Agreed.  I suggest you join the CSO in his quest for information as to where they might be evacuated to.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: exits the cabin ::

Azhure says:
<T'winn> Azhure:  I can do that.  ::Lays the dress at the bed, then startles their guest, pulling her forward.::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
EO: I'm not sure I can explain it, but having the "Borg" involved just doesn't seem right, somehow.

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
CO: Aye sir.

Azhure says:
::As her mother lifts their guest forward, she slips one of her old dresses over her head, smoothing it down.::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: No. It is clear that they are aware that they are prevented from leaving the confines of the construct and all who did not survive the original Borg invasion have clear premonition of the alternate scenario.

Azhure says:
::With her clean and dressed, she goes to get a comb and scissors.::

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::walks over to Cmdr. Kraight:: CSO: Sir, the Captain has sent me to get the El Aurian's help for technology.

VADM_Sheridan says:
:: sits up straight in the chair as a chill runs through her, aware that there is some presence nearby ::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Then what's left? We can try and evacuate them, but we must assume Borg will know our whereabouts anyways. But I agree that we must try

Azhure says:
<T'winn> ::Watches her daughter with pride and sorrow.::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Seurare> ::Speaking with some El Aurians in the town square::

Azhure says:
:: With the scissors, carefully but swiftly cuts her hair.  There was still so much to learn and she knew time was running short.::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::Shrug:: TO: Why not? This entire Journey has managed to squeeze in one random threat after another.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CEO: I have doubts that any technology available here will be of use to us, Lieutenant, but you can try. I am to find a place to which we can evacuate the populace.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: You might wish to find the TO and see what you two can find in the way of weapons.  I don't think that a pointed stick will suffice.  The El Aurians have technology, perhaps we can find a useful one. Even shields would be helpful.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: spots Seurare in the square :: CEO: Let's speak with Seurare.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
EO: I didn't say I had any good reason. My gut just tells me differently.

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
CSO: Understood.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: starts toward the square ::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: I'll give it a shot, I'll be back when I have more information :: turns and leaves the captain alone::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::Nods, and abruptly hugs him:: Sorry, I'm just a bit ... ugh, this is getting to be too much.

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::follows the Cmdr.::

VADM_Sheridan says:
:: stands and crosses the room, stopping beside Sulek :: CO: Sulek, there is something close by......a familiar yet non specific presence.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::hugs her back:: EO: Yeah, I know.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: calls as he enters the square :: Seurare: Seurare! A moment, please.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks across the room at Sheridan:: Sheridan: Then it is not the presence of the Borg?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::walks through the streets, looking for Wolverton::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Seurare> ::The short tubby man turns:: CSO: Ah, Mr. Kraight.

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::walks over to Seurare:: Seurare: We need to speak with you it is of grave urgency.

CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
::still sitting at the front door eating the last of the pie.. catching a stray word from inside from time to time.. doesn't know much about the Borg…only knows it's most likely bad news.. doesn't see a point to worry.. eats::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
Seurare: The enemy that approaches is too powerful to defend against. We must evacuate the town. Is there a cavern nearby?

VADM_Sheridan says:
CO: I can not answer that at this time, but it is familiar.

Host SM_Selan says:
<Seurare> CSO: Not nearby, no. And I fear that it may be too late to evacuate ... as well as pointless.

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
Seurare: I maybe able with my knowledge to take some of your technology and assist you in some defense, whether it be a short one, but maybe just enough time.

Azhure says:
:: The sound of the scissors snipping are the only sound as she concentrates on her task.::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::spots the TO and the EO:: TO: Mr. Wolverton, you're expertise is needed

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
Seurare: We have to try. What about a mountain pass, some place with only one or two narrow entrances?

Host SM_Selan says:
<Seurare> CEO: That may be our only avenue of providing some resistance. Although I believe we are doomed from the beginning.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::continues to stroke Neet as her thoughts turn inward::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Seurare> CSO: Our enemy has the advantage of being sent by the creator of this place, I'm not too sure there is a place on our world to hide.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::extricates himself from Erin gently:: XO: Aye sir.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
EO: Eisenhower, you're with us as well

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::motions to the CSO and whispers:: CSO: Should I ask if they have shield technology?

Host SM_Selan says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::Nods:: XO: Aye, sir.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he crosses to her:: Sheridan: We have not had much chance to talk, since your unexpected return.  I am concerned about your well being since we...since the incident.  I wish to apologize to you.  In my state, I should not have taken the risk.  Now I fear that damage will be difficult if not impossible to undo.  Still...

CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
::decides to go check out the other areas since Starfleet is all depressing.. sets her empty pie plate down::

Azhure says:
T'winn:  I that that is it.  She at least looks less like some creature from a nightmare.

Host SM_Selan says:
<CPO Beldaur> ::Takes a seat on the edge of the bed near OPS:: OPS: You're avoiding everyone because of your ability ...

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: getting agitated :: Seurare: You cannot simply sit here and wait to be assimilated!

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
TO: We need to find out what the locals have, if anything, to fight back with. Borg is here.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::smiles slightly:: CPO: Perhaps I am avoiding myself?

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CEO: Ask what you like. Nothing that this world has will last more than a few seconds against the Borg.

Azhure says:
::The two carefully tuck her into bed.::  T'winn:  If you will stay with her, I will go see whom I can find from our other guests.  ::Smiles::  Did you ever think of starting a bed and breakfast?

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
XO: I've heard. ::muses thoughtfully for a moment::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Seurare> CSO: I have no intention of simply sitting there. But I fear that we cannot win this. 

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: I would not wish to see our friendship end.  I wish to ensure that we may strive to repair it.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
TO: Any ideas?

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
Seurare: Then what do you propose?

Azhure says:
<T'winn> Azhure:  If I did that, I would soon find myself needing to open an inn.

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::takes the same approach to Seurare:: Seurare: I need to know if you have transport vessels that can travel in the atmosphere of the planet and have weapons and I need any shield generators you may have.

Azhure says:
::With a smile leaves the room in search of... someone.::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Seurare> CEO: No, we do not. 

Host SM_Selan says:
<Seurare> CSO: We attempt to secure a defense here, in the town. And wait for them to come. Perhaps we can speak to whoever created this Construct through them ... perhaps we can reason.

CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
::head off to find Azhure.. ::

VADM_Sheridan says:
:: smiles and touches his arm gently :: CO: Sulek, there is no need to speak of it again. Your actions were not entirely of your own making. We have a past of memories but the future is not to be. Please attend your crew and I will remain here until needed.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
XO: Telarus would be helpful for this.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
TO: He's on assignment and I need a tactical officer on this.

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
Seurare: Any vessels at all?

Azhure says:
:: Tilting her head for a moment, she heads for the living room.::  CIV:  There you are.  I hope you are enjoying yourself.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::nods:: XO: Have you seen any evidence of monofilament manufacturing here?

Host SM_Selan says:
<CPO Beldaur> ::Tilts head:: OPS: What do you mean?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
TO: None

Host SM_Selan says:
<Seurare> CEO: We have hover craft as you have no doubt seen. But nothing capable of entering the atmosphere.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
Seurare: There is no reasoning with the Borg. And if you are gong to organize a defense, you need a more defensible position than this wide-open, spread-out village.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
XO: Any suggestions for resources?

CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: oh sure.. really good.. say what was that big hair ball brought in yesterday?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::dejected:: TO: Not really. There seems to be little of use around here

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
Seurare: Give me some time. I also need any weapons of any sort projectile or energy based and shield technology if any or containment field generators.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::momentarily places his hand on hers:: Sheridan: In this place, there are no finite answers or endings.  I know that now is not the time but still, I would have the past cleared from the haze of the future.  If ever a place of the IDIC existed, it is here in the construct.

Azhure says:
CIV:  She, is no longer an it.  I was looking for one of your crew to bring to her.  Would you please come with me?  She is still unconscious, though now cleaned up.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
XO: Do you mind if I use Eisenhower on this? I'll need an engineer.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
TO: Not at all

CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: umm ok.. she it what... err.. lead the way

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
CSO: Sir would you like to take charge on the evacuation while I try to do what I can.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::sighs:: CPO: I am....afraid of what I am right now, as I'm sure the others are. Niether they, nor I want to know that we'll lose this battle. And if we win, then our knowing that could result in our making fatal errors that could then change our future for the worse. ::knows she's not really making sense to him but had to try at least::

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
Seurare: I need also any type of long range communication device the best one you can get immediately.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
XO: Then we'll get right on it, sir.

Azhure says:
::Leads Vicky back into the spare bedroom and over to her mother, who with a smile and a nod of her head, leaves them.::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CEO: Fine.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
TO: Report back to me when you know something. I'm going to ask around

Host SM_Selan says:
<Seurare> CSO: Mr. Kraight, I gave great thought to this over the prior night and it's come to my realization that this is a punishment. If what you've said, and what we've determined ourselves, is true ... then we're nothing more than specimens in a giant Petri dish. Being experimented on for reasons unknown. This is a punishment because we have become aware of the truth of this place, and we were never meant to.

CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
::scratches head::

VADM_Sheridan says:
CO: As you said, here nothing is as it should be, even the possibilities can change the outcome of an action. You must be the Captain now and lead your people to a place of safety. I will comply with whatever you ask of me.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
XO: Aye sir. EO: Erin, we've got a job to do.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he turns to go:: Sheridan: Now to see to our newest arrival.  I do not suppose that you have received any reading from it?

CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
::crosses her arms and looks at her hands.. ::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
Seurare: Regardless of the reasons, if you are going to defend your people, you owe it to them to do it in the most effective way possible. Now where can we go that offers fewer avenues of attack than the village?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::begins questioning the locals about weapons::

Azhure says:
::Gently smoothes the blanket down to reveal a human girl approximately 15 of years.::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Seurare> CSO: Yet for such creators to have made this place, they do not seem to be quickly willing to easily destroy it. They are slowly picking us apart, as if hoping we can make up for our actions. The fact that they're giving us the chance to defend ourselves means we perhaps have the opportunity to reason.

CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: another lost soul huh... where this one come from?

Azhure says:
::Looks at Vicky sadly::  CIV:  Unfortunately, while she is human physically, there is no semblance of that to her spirit.  I have no idea.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
EO: If we're going to prepare a defense against the Borg, we'll need something a bit more....physical.

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
CSO: Sir can I get Seurare to show me what I need for a moment and then continue to the evacuation?

Host SM_Selan says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> TO: Maybe the town has a blacksmith of sorts?

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: throws up his hands :: CEO: Be my guest. Perhaps he will be more cooperative with you.   :: stalks off ::

Host SM_Selan says:
<CPO Beldaur> ::Stares at her:: OPS: Where is all of this coming from?

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
CSO: Aye sir.

CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: might have been lost as an infant then.. there's always human there.. you just have to know how to poke it a bit.. ::sniffs and scratches nose:: so what are ya gonna do with her?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::shrugs and doesn't answer::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::laughs:: EO: A blacksmith?

Azhure says:
CIV:  I believe she is somehow tied your people.

VADM_Sheridan says:
CO: Confusion and fear seem to surround the new comer. I would like to see her for a more complete reading. Is that possible?

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
Seurare: Take me to what I have requested please. I need the hover craft, the projectile if not energy based weapons, and any type of shield or containment field generator.

Host SM_Selan says:
<Seurare> ::Gestures for a young El Aurian male to guide the CEO to what he requested::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::Smiles and shrugs:: TO: Something along those lines.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: looking for the Captain ::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: I will also ask someone to seek out this nearby presence.  Of course you may join me. Your senses have always been of value to me.  ::he turns to leave and opens the door to the cabin:: I believe it is there, just across the square where he/she was taken.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
EO: I was thinking more of along the lines of an automated manufacturing facility. Heck, they probably have some sort of replicator.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::resigned, heads back to the captains position::

VADM_Sheridan says:
:: nods and follows Sulek hoping to see this new comer ::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
EO: Either way, I'm thinking along monofilament or laminar fullerene constructions.

Host SM_Selan says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> TO: I think I saw a replicator or something like it in their main hall ...

VADM_Sheridan says:
:: reaches out and grabs Sulek's arm:: CO: Sulek wait!

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::follows the young man:: Seurare: Thank you.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
EO: We might look at that to see how useful it will be. A molecular assembler would be ideal.

CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: oh? what makes you thing that? she's obviously been here a lot longer than any of us...

Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: A roar is heard, and a figure clad in white leaps from a rooftop, tackling the CO.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::begins crossing the square... but is suddenly knocked to the ground::

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
Young Man: I need the items I requested as soon as possible.

VADM_Sheridan says:
CO: Someone nearby is planning to ...... :: pushes Sulek aside ::

Host SM_Selan says:
<CPO Beldaur> ::Puts his hand on OPS' shoulder:: OPS: You can talk to me about it, you know.

Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: The figure that attacks the CO lashes out with a tale, wrapping around the Admiral's leg and swinging her away with impressive strength.

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
Young Man: I also need a transmitter, the most long range and powerful one you have readily available or can at least get me in twenty minutes.

Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: Nearby El Aurians cry out in shock at the sight.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::smiles but says nothing::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
:;walks up:: Sulek: Wolverton and Eisenhower are working on weapons. The El Aurians, have advanced weaponry, but probably not enough to hold off for long. What I want to know is, why are the Borg here? They are only attracted by technology they can use, so there must be something here of worth

Azhure says:
:: Looks at Vicky, her eyes saying much if they could be interpreted.::  CIV:  I believe your admiral will be here soon.  Perhaps she might have your answer.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::instinctively, he forces his body weight to carry the momentum of his attacker over him as it slashes out with its tail::

VADM_Sheridan says:
:: goes flying several feet through the air landing with a thud on the ground :: Self: OUCH!!!!

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::pushes to her feet with a sigh:: CPO: We had better go check on the others.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::looks up surprised:: Captain!

Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: The figure is flipped over the CO. It lands on it's feet, and rushes the CO again. It slashes, and blood is drawn.

CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Azhure: yeah.. empaths and all...sheeesh ::hears the screams and clatter out side and heads for the door to see what’s going on down the street::

Host SM_Selan says:
<CPO Beldaur> ::Looks concerned at OPS, but nods and goes along::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: sees the Captain being attacked ::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::tries to restrain, but not hurt the creature::

VADM_Sheridan says:
:: rolls over to the side and gets up slightly shaken, and heads back towards Sulek :: CO: Sulek!!!!!

Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: The Figure reverse-head butts the XO, splitting his lip and breaks free, making another run for the Captain.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Creature: Calm yourself! ::enters the fray::

Azhure says:
::Watches the woman leave.  Her place was here for the moment with the human child.::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::all out fights the creature::

Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: The Figure hisses and engages the XO in hand to hand combat, it's face hidden by white cloth.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he rolls away trying to come to his feet.  He feels the claws rake across his upper arm.  Twisting again, he comes to his feet and faces his attacker, this time grabbin its outstretched arms he lifts it into the air an tosses it none to gently over him::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: runs directly at the attacker, diving for its knees at the last minute ::

VADM_Sheridan says:
:: tries to place herself in front of Sulek as she sees the blood on his face :: CO: Sulek, stay behind us!

Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: The Figure is thrown by the CO and the XO ... and then knocked off it's feet by the CSO.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::fights, and tries to remove the cloth::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::steps out of the house and hears the commotion::

CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
::head down the street and on instinct... pulls out her blade from her side…then pauses at seeing what is happening and just holds her position…stands at ease::

Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: As the Figure lands, the cloth is removed ... revealing Ris`Mor, an eye patch covering her missing eye, "DIE!!!" she hisses, suddenly pulling out a weapon. She fires at the CO.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: I think it's Tiem… ::tries to restrain it::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: wraps wiry arms and legs around the creature from behind, doing his best to prevent the creature from getting up off the ground again ::

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::starts to work on the hover craft:: Young Man: Hand me the hydro spanner, now! ::can hear screaming::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: Stay back.  ::he rolls to the ground avoiding any type of aim::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Young Man> ::Looks really fearful at the screams, thinks the mysterious "Borg" have arrived::

Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: The weapons burst grazes the CO in his mid-section as he moves out of the way.

VADM_Sheridan says:
:: sees the weapon :: CO: Look out, it has a weapon!

Host SM_Selan says:
<Ris`Mor> ::Continues to hiss as the XO & CSO restrain her::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::attempts to disarm it::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: reaches around for the weapon ::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::rising:: Ris`Mor: Why .... ::he falls clutching his torso::

Host SM_Selan says:
<CPO Beldaur> OPS: Is that ..?

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::starts adjusting to add on power source to hover craft to house weapons::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::sees who is fighting the captain and gasps::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::holds the creature::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Ris`Mor> CO: I'm going to rip out your innards and feed them to you slowly Vulcan! It's over! IT'S OVER!!!

CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
::puts her blade back and just watches.. too many people in the fray to get involved.. besides.. at this point she would just get in the way::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::nods:: CPO: It certainly seems to be.

Azhure says:
::Sitting on the bed, she gently smoothes the wayward hair from her face as she studies her.::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::gets close enough to get a good look at Ris`Mor::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: grabs Ris'Mor's gun hand at the wrist and starts slamming it against the ground ::

VADM_Sheridan says:
:: crouches to cover Sulek :: CO: Stay down! :: turns to face Ris`Mor as she places her body over Sulek's :: Ris`Mor: Stop this!

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::takes thrusters and fuselage and attaches it to the rear and starts installing additional controls for flight:: Young Man: I need metal, and glass for windows I also need an artificial environment equipment.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Ris`Mor: Why are you attacking us?

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::staggering to his knees:: Ris'Mor: What is over?

Host SM_Selan says:
<Seurare> ::Rushes over:: What is going on here? ::Gestures for an El Aurian medic to help the CO::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: still slamming away ::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::struggles to hold Ris`Mor::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::strolling toward the main hall and the replicator therein, chatting with the EO about amazingly clever defensive notions::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Ris`Mor> ::Releases her weapon in pain, stares daggers at the CO:: CO: I know the truth. About you. About why you brought us here. You liar. You've doomed us all. I'm going to kill you for this.

CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
::rubs her hand through her hair and watches.. not really sure what to think about it all..::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::Watches a few El Aurians rush by outside:: TO: I think something's going on ...

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks at Ris`Mor in shock::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Ris`Mor: I do not understand.

Host SM_Selan says:
<Ens. Rio> ::Comes up beside the CIV, looking smug:: CIV: Well, can't say I didn't see THAT coming.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::watches for a moment, then sighs:: EO: I think you're right. ::listens closely and watches, figuring out WHERE something is going on::

CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
::looks over at Rio:: Rio: I take it it's a friend of yours?

VADM_Sheridan says:
:: pulls off a piece of her clothing and presses it into Sulek's stomach trying to stop the bleeding ::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Ens. Rio> CIV: Our Ex-Counselor. Supposed to be dead. Yadda yadda yadda. You'll find people just can't seem to stop coming back around here ...

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::sees nothing but fear, fury....and Nero...Sulek....::

CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Rio: well I guess I would fit right in then... humph.. 

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
Ris`Mor: Wait! Please! I know you are telling the truth as you see it...please....tell us what is going on!

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Ris`Mor: What the hell are you talking about!?

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::makes an educated guess and dashes off in that direction::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Ens. Rio> ::Quirks mouth and looks at the CIV for a moment, but doesn’t expect her to elaborate on that::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::Follows the TO::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: resumes his 'bear hug' position, pinning Ris'Mor's arms to her side ::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Ris`Mor> OPS: Shut it, witch. You're almost as bad as him. 

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::sees that the captain is bleeding rather badly::

CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Rio: Just makes me glad I didn't join Starfleet.. I don't remember hearing any of this weird crap on Rom... uhh.. at the lab..

Host SM_Selan says:
<Ris`Mor> ::Growls at the CSO:: CSO: I haven't had frog for dinner in a long time. You'll be a good start.

Azhure says:
::Quietly waits for the child until other things settle and they are ready for her.::

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::starts welding and shaping glass on to the hovercraft::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::decides to ignore Ris`Mor for a few minutes.::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Ens. Rio> CIV: Sometimes I wonder why I did too.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::walks over to the Captain and pushes the Admiral's hands gently away::

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
Young Man: Have you got my communication transmitter, and I also need you to get me several portable ones.

CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Rio: I bet your excuse was Risa…right?

Host SM_Selan says:
<Ris`Mor> ALL: You think you've got me down. But I'm only the first wave, people. Nero's got this whole thing wired ... has from the start. And you're all just the puppets.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: struggling with the Caitian ::  Ris`Mor: We were... friends once. Kill any of us... and we all lose any chance of leaving this universe.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::is having difficulty remaining focused:: Ris`Mor:  You have been misled...We are not the enemy...we...

VADM_Sheridan says:
:: looks up at the others, her hands still pressing against Sulek's stomach :: All: Will someone knock that woman out?

Host SM_Selan says:
<Ens. Rio> ::Light smile:: CIV: Something like that. I do believe paradise was involved ... ::Drifts off for a moment::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::still running::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::Struggling to keep up with the TO::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
VADM: Move your hands, Serena. I can't heal him with you in the way!

CIV_Vicky_Sagan says:
Rio: I bet..  

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
Ris`Mor: If you know Nero's plans... then help us fight him.

Host SM_Selan says:
<Ris`Mor> CSO: You don't get it. He's trying to save you all. ::Nods at the CO:: CO: He's the threat. Has been from the start.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::pushes her hands away once again, places her own firmly on his wound and takes a deep, centering breath::

VADM_Sheridan says:
OPS: Are you sure you can? This wound is serious.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::nods but doesn't answer::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Seurare> OPS / VADM: If you're not able to do anything for him here, I can move him to our Doctor's facility ...

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::concentrates on the wound::

Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: Back in Azhure's home, the young brunette formerly known as "the Creature" ... whimpers in her sleep ... followed by a growl ...

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::fells his body begin to respond to the pressure to go into healing state...his eyes become fixed and then close...his breathing and heart drop to non-existent::

Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: The wound starts to heal from a combination of Sulek's self-techniques and OPS' abilities. A pain strikes her in her side, but that's about it.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
Ris`Mor: Whoever the threat is, you'll need all the help you can to battle it. Stop fighting us, Ris`Mor. Fight *with* us.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::still running, glad he's in good shape, since he's having to sprint such a distance::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Ris`Mor> CSO: You want me to fight with you? Start with letting me go and letting me finish the job I started!

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
Ris`Mor: No. I cannot allow you to kill the Captain.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he feels the wound close and then takes a sudden and deep breath::

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::starts putting finishing touches and starts adjust the two engines on the hover craft to semi-impulse engines, installs circuits to control new engine design::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Ris`Mor> CSO: Then I guess we're going to be on opposite sides of the "tracks" from now on.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::keeps Ris`Mor restrained:: Anyone: Give me something to tie her up with

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::sits back on her heals::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::arrives, phase pistol drawn, assessing the situation quickly then drawing a bead on the white furry thing::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Neet> ::Scurries onto the scene, squeaks in delight at the sight of Ris`Mor and rushes over::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
Ris`Mor: You know me, Tiem. I cannot stand by and watch one friend kill another.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:;eyes opening, he fixes his gaze on Morgan:: Morgan: Thank you.  ::slowly he rises unsteadily to his feet, he must still regain the blood he's lost::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::nods silently::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Ris`Mor> CSO: Sulek and I are hardly friends, anymore, Kraight. ::Silently:: And I'm sorry for having to put you all through this. But this has to be done.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::wonders if Ris`Mor is right.....about both of them::

VADM_Sheridan says:
:: smiles slightly at Sulek's recovery :: CO: Easy Sulek, your blood lose was great.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::recognizes the voice, but keeps steady aim::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
Ris`Mor: No. Killing is never the only answer. Remember our talks, long ago? You can choose. You can say to yourself, "I will not kill today."

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Ris`Mor: If you have information, then I suggest you make it clear.  It is true that I will protect the AT, but I am at a loss as to how this is a problem.

Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: An El Aurian provides the XO with some technological restraints for Ris`Mor.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
TO; Wolverton, get something to tie her up. This is getting hard.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
Ris`Mor: You can still be the Starfleet officer you were. I know you can.

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::starts writing information down in an electronic recorder and sets it into the transceiver and links it into the newly upgraded vessel::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: I shall recover.  Thank you for your concern.

Host SM_Selan says:
<Ris`Mor> ::Spits at the CO:: CO: You're a fool and a liar. You've betrayed us all.

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::connects an umbilical cord to the ship to boost the power::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Neet> ::The concerned creature remains at the edge of the group::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
XO: More than those restraints, sir?

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Ris`Mor: You are still not making yourself clear.  Vulcan's seldom lie.  In fact, it is believed by some that we are incapable of it.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
TO: Just make them tight

Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: Several dozen miles away, an massive explosion goes off for reasons unknown. The rumble is heard moments later by the crew.

Host SM_Selan says:
<Ris`Mor> Sulek: Vulcans are kinda incapable of doing most of things you have done. But then again, you're not entirely Vulcan now, are you?

Azhure says:
::Looks up unseeingly for a moment, then closes her eyes.::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::frowns at the idea of putting the only WEAPON away to use binders, but does as ordered::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::hears the explosion::

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
Self: God please let this message get through.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
:;restrains Ris`Mor::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
Self: God help us all, it has begun.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: relaxes his grip on his friend, after being assured that she is indeed under restraint ::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Seurare> ::Looks around:: We have to prepare our defenses. ::Looks at the CSO solemnly, knowing what he's going to say ... but if there's a chance ...::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: sits on the ground for a few minutes, exhausted ::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::lets go and is quiet for a moment::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::turns to see the explosion:: Ris`Mor: The Borg may accomplish what you wish.  Unless you can make yourself clear, we have more pressing needs.

Host SM_Selan says:
<Ris`Mor> ::Is restrained:: ALL: You all are not too far away from a very ugly death ...

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::starts to transmit wide area signal to the area in hopes if it is the Borg that they pick up the virus he wrote::

VADM_Sheridan says:
:: looks over at Jade and touches her arm :: OPS: Thank you for saving him.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
XO: Sir, I'll get back to that defense planning now.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Seurare: I must ask that you lock her up for the time being.  The time has come

Host SM_Selan says:
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