Star Trek: A Call To Duty
U.S.S. Quirinus NCC-83942 - SD 10506.27

Starring:

Mitch Travis 		as 	Captain Sulek – CO
Keith LaHue		as	Commander Ben Pangborn – XO

…and…

Matthew Bordewick	as	Ensign Zee Alexander – CMO
Jeffrey Brown		as	Commander Kraight – CSO
Christopher Dickinson 	as 	Lt. Commander Billy Bob Powers Jr. – CTO
Kurt Goring	 	as 	Lieutenant JG Soriq Ahkileez – FCO
Erryn Pollock 		as 	Lieutenant JG Lance Wolverton – TO
Karriaunna Scotti 	as 	Commander Azhure – CNS
Edward Selgas 	as 	Lt. Commander David Telarus – CEO

                        …with…

Lynda Anderson	as	Lieutenant Running Horse
Christopher Gibson	as	Captain Jennifer Malachi
Christopher Gibson	as 	Lt. Commander T’Vol
Tom Marsland		as	Lieutenant Tyler

                        …with…

Christopher Gibson      	as 	U.S.S. Quirinus – SM

Crossroads Station - Buckingham Class. Officially launched June 27th, 2342. This Federation Station hangs on the edge of Noori Space within a region known as The Xherivhan. To Starfleet, this region is called "Crossroads" - where the station gets its name.

Crossroads Station is now home to the crew of the U.S.S. Quirinus. It shall serve as the launching point for all of their assignments, and a neutral meeting ground for the five divergent species from the rather politically unstable region.

The Station itself hangs in a cluster of subspace instabilities, and must be approached at sub-light speeds within a certain distance...and the U.S.S. Quirinus is about to reach the edges of this unstable region. Their adventures in Crossroads begin now...

=/\=BEGIN U.S.S. Quirinus Mission - "The Assignment - The Adventure Begins"=/\=

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::sitting in Captain's chair on the bridge:: FCO: ETA to docking with the station?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::sitting next to the captain, relaxed::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::glances over to one of the displays on the Helm as it starts to beep softly and then calls over his shoulder:: CO: Approaching Crossroad Station safe perimeter in three minutes, Captain..
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::Watching quietly from the tactical console::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: In the arboretum.::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
FCO: Take her to approach speed.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: at Science One on the Bridge, running short- and long-range scans for subspace anomalies and other phenomena endemic to this sector ::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Looking over her collection, she turns, her arms filled and heads out.::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
CO: Aye. ::reduces power to the nacelles to bring them out of warp while feeding power to the impulse engines as they reach the perimeter:: CO: Navigation buoy’s locked and following course.
OPS_LtJG_Tyler says:
::sitting at OPS::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
OPS: Prepare docking control link with the station and turn over control at their will.
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Zee Alexander sighs and waits impatiently in the transit lounge.  She orders a drink in the transit lounge, awaiting the arrival of the USS Quirinus.::

ACTION - The U.S.S. Quirinus gracefully drops out of warp and as they do the viewscreen locks onto the Buckingham Class Station in the distance. The picture of the outpost is distorted, as if space is rippling in front of them. The ship veers to the left as auto navigation avoids a subspace fracture ahead of them...

OPS_LtJG_Tyler says:
CO: Aye, Captain. ::turns to his console, and starts talking over the com with the Station OPS::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::looks at the screen::
OPS_LtJG_Tyler says:
::spies the viewscreen:: ALL: What the...
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::frowns as he starts feeding the auto navigation parameters in to the course plot:: Self: Stupid place to put a station::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
FCO: Report
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Steps into the turbolift.::  Computer, sickbay.

ACTION - A waitress in a short mini-skirt walks by and places a drink down in front of Zee - the glass isn't even properly cleaned, and the light nearest Alexander flickers in and out. The Starfleet officer either chooses not to, or is too preoccupied to notice the burn marks on the far wall, and the overturned lounge tables...

CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: rapidly adjusts several sensor pallets to produce finer-grained short-range subspace anomaly alerts ::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::As the ship course corrects:: XO: A most interesting area of space, we've been assigned to.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CO: To say the least
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Navigation is likely to be a challenge here, sir. Subspace in this sector is in a constant state of flux.

ACTION - The scans from Science I feed into the navigational computer and show up on Ahkileez's display. There are hundreds of thousands of micro tears and fractures in the region...making navigation tight...

CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Enters into sickbay, looking around at the hum of a normal day.::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
XO: There's no problem. The buoy’s are updating the navigation systems on the subspace anomalies. They're well plotted. It'll be fine as long as we're careful.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
CSO: I believe then our helm will get a good deal of practice and you will have much data to study.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
FCO: I have no doubt. Just keep an eye on it. ::grin::
Capt_Jennifer_Malachi says:
<ACMO_T'Vol> ::He steps out of his office, a bio-hazard container in hand:: CNS: Commander...can I help you?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: nods ::  CO: Indeed, sir.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Heads for the CMO's office and enters into it.::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::rolls his eyes slightly:: XO: I plan to. ::rolls the ship this time, three degrees as it slides between a pair of anomalies::
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Sits back with her arms crossed, and as she looks down on the glass raises and eyebrow.  Zee wipes the edge of her glass with her sleeve, noting the glass wasn’t the only thing dirty, this station was falling apart.  She sighs and takes a sip.::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
FCO: Nice manoeuvring. Thank god for inertial dampeners. The captain would be losing his lunch

ACTION - The Quirinus' hull vibrates for a brief instant as the ship passes between two close tears - likely the smallest squeeze along their route...

OPS_LtJG_Tyler says:
COM: Crossroads Station: OPS: This is Lieutenant Tyler of the USS Quirinus, requesting to dock and make ready station umbilicals so we can shutdown when we dock.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
OPS: We should be in range of the station for them to initiate docking control.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Begins placing the various plants around the room in preparation for the new CMO.::
OPS_LtJG_Tyler says:
::nods to the CO:: CO: Aye Sir, waiting for a reply now.
Capt_Jennifer_Malachi says:
COM: Quirinus: OPS: This is Captain Malachi of Crossroads Station - welcome to the Xherivhan, Quirinus...
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::grinds his teeth as the ship crawls through the gap and then straightens her up in the clearing::
OPS_LtJG_Tyler says:
COM: Crossroads Station: Malachi: Ready to turn over to docking control on your mark, Captain.
Capt_Jennifer_Malachi says:
<ACMO_T'Vol> ::He glances over Counselor Azhure's shoulder and then taps it once:: CNS: Commander...is there something I can help you with?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::turning to Pangborn:: XO: Shall head down to the docking port?
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::After taking a sip, she places her glass down, as she hears over the announcement the Quirinus is approaching.  She stands, and slinging her duffle bag over her shoulder, walks to the view ports.::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CO: Sounds like a plan to me. Lead on.
OPS_LtJG_Tyler says:
CO/FCO: Standby for turnover to Docking Control, Sirs.
Capt_Jennifer_Malachi says:
COM: Quirinus: OPS: Initiating docking control procedures now...::She nods to her Operations Officer::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::stands up:: OPS: My compliments to the Station Captain.  ::moves to the lift:: CSO: You have the Con.
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::takes his hands lightly off the controls as the computer takes over, but keeps his fingers near should he need to get control back:: CO/OPS: Docking Control initiated. Making final approach.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Turns around.::  T'Vol:  No thank you.  I was just preparing the room for our new CMO.  She will be joining us at the station.  She is Terran.  Terran's, at least females, often appreciate a bit of... life.  :: Puts one high onto the bookshelf.::  How are things going here?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Aye, sir.

ACTION - As Ensign Zee Alexander moves through the massive hallways of Crossroads Station, she notices a great number of Engineers from the Station's personnel working to effect repairs to the station, especially around one of the main public centres...

OPS_LtJG_Tyler says:
CO: Aye, Captain.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::enters TL with Pangborn behind him:: Computer: Docking port.
Capt_Jennifer_Malachi says:
<ACMO_T'Vol> CNS: Quite well...I myself have been preparing for the Ensign's arrival. We have much to discuss.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CO: So what do you think? ::stands in the moving turbolift in the time honoured manor::
OPS_LtJG_Tyler says:
::nods to the FCO:: COM: Crossroads: Malachi: Captain Sulek sends his compliments, Captain.  I believe that the CO is on his way right now.
EO_Lt_Running_Horse says:
::in engineering overseeing the docking procedures::
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Eyes widen as she sees the saucer of the Quirinus approach.  She looked sleek and smart, and Zee smiles to herself as she thinks about what lay ahead.::
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::Taps the few buttons on his console to shut down power and turn control... well, some control... over to the station::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
XO: About what, Commander?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CO: The crossroads. Our assignment in general. The contingent we've already met.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Steps back to look over her handiwork.::  T'Vol: Anything in particular or just the routine?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
XO: I believe it will be a fascinating assignment.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::droll:: CO: Fascinating....yes....::just stands there waiting for the door to open::

ACTION - The Quirinus clears the last of the subspace fractures and makes it's final approach to the station. The docking bay doors open and the Steamrunner class vessel squeezes through, barely...

FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::relaxes once the ship glides in to place and the umbilicals connect with a soft thud::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: carefully does not move to sit in the Big Chair ::
EO_Lt_Running_Horse says:
*OPS*: Engineering ready for docking procedures.
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Zee glances back as a group of engineers brush past her.  She wonders why there is so much damage.  She knew this region was politically unstable, and wondered how often there were hostile encounters.::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::TL arrives at deck, he steps out::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::follows::

ACTION - The rather familiar hum of the engines drops to a dull purr as the ship shifts over to station power and the docking ports lock into place...

OPS_LtJG_Tyler says:
*EO*: Very well, Lieutenant. We're coming into the dock now.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
XO: I believe that you seem to think I should have a more in-depth answer.  ::walking to the docking port doors::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::checks to see that the ring is secure and pressurizing::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
XO: Now would I second guess you? I'm just astonished with the aplomb of the delivery. It's nothing. Really.
Capt_Jennifer_Malachi says:
<ACMO_T'Vol> CNS: I have been overseeing some experimental research through Starfleet Medical - nothing beyond standard tests.
OPS_LtJG_Tyler says:
::monitors power levels throughout the ship as station power takes over::
EO_Lt_Running_Horse says:
::watching the power grids as the umbilicals are ready to be attached::
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Hears over the announcer the Quirinus has docked.  She slings her bag back up her shoulder and makes her way to the docking port announced.::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
XO: I see.  Even an empath does not need to search you for your sarcasm.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Looks over curiously::  T'Vol:  Oh?  Such as?
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::gets up from his station:: OPS: I'll be in Engineering. I want to make sure the engines are all right after that encounter.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::laughs:: CO: After all these years....you are my friend.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::presses the door opening as the lights on the pad go green::
OPS_LtJG_Tyler says:
FCO: Aye aye, Sir.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
XO: Indeed, I would consider you no less.

ACTION - The docking doors open up before Captain Sulek and he comes face to face with a sight that would startle a non-Vulcan. Captain Malachi's pure white hair is brilliant, as are her bright, pure blue eyes...

OPS_LtJG_Tyler says:
::looks around to see who has the bridge::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Malachi: I am Captain Sulek of the USS Quirinus.  My first officer Commander Ben Pangborn.  Permission to come aboard?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::Nods at Malachi::
Capt_Jennifer_Malachi says:
<ACMO_T'Vol> CNS: I am attempting to study a vaccine against a viral strain on the Lilithine home world...
CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
::gets up out of his chair and heads over to Main Engineering::
OPS_LtJG_Tyler says:
CSO: Sir, station power has taken over. We're ready to shut down the warp drive, impulse and the fusion reactors on your orders.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: begins the required upload of ship's sensor logs to the station mainframe ::
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Makes her way down the station corridor stepping over some charred debris.::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::slips in to the lift at the back of the bridge:: TL: Engineering
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: nods ::  OPS: Proceed as per standard operating procedure, Lieutenant.
Capt_Jennifer_Malachi says:
CO: Permission granted, Captain...Commander...::She nods to Pangborn:: Welcome to Crossroads Station. ::She motions for them to come aboard, and she turns to see a medical officer approaching their location::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
T'Vol:  How is it coming?  :: Moves to make some fresh tea.::
OPS_LtJG_Tyler says:
CSO: Aye aye, Sir. ::taps his commbadge:: *CEO/EO*: Station power has taken over, ready to shut down the engines and fusion reactors.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::stepping on to the station side of the opening::
Capt_Jennifer_Malachi says:
<ACMO_T'Vol> CNS: Slowly. Starfleet Medical hopes that Ensign Alexander's research experience will accelerate the process.
CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
*OPS*: Understood Lieutenant.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::looks to face the medical officer::
CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
*EO*: I am heading over to Main Engineering now, shut down Main Power and switch over to station feed.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Malachi: We have Ambassador Qui on board.  Your security is prepared?

ACTION - The deck plating under Sulek's foot creeks and a large crack in the frame of the docking port can be seen. An Engineer on Malachi's left-hand side pulls out a PADD and adds it to his "To-Do" list.

CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
::reads PADD on his way over reading updated reports on the Alpha XI::
Capt_Jennifer_Malachi says:
::She nods once::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Nods and sets a tray.::  T'Vol:  If I can help with anything, as you know, you need only to ask.
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Walks up to what looks like a group of command officers.  She immediately recognizes Sulek from the picture in his Starfleet file.  She waits for the two flag officers to finish their conversation, and hovers behind them.::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::steps out of the lift on the engineering deck and heads in::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Malachi: Nice...accommodations ::cant' help but notice::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::turns to face the Medical officer::
CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
::walks in to Main Engineering::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CMO: Ensign. I'm Executive officer Pangborn. This is Captain Sulek.
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::Takes this moment to check on the security arrangements of their guests...::
Capt_Jennifer_Malachi says:
<ACMO_T'Vol> ::He watches Azhure intently and nods once:: CNS: Any additional assistance would be greatly appreciated...I was unaware you had experience with medical research...
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Nods as Sulek looks to her, and confidently steps forward.:: CO: Captain Sulek, Doctor Zee Alexander reporting for duty sir.
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::looks around Engineering as the staff is busy shutting everything down::
EO_Lt_Running_Horse says:
::hands on the boards shutting down ships power and switching to stations power::
CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
FCO: Thanks for helping out.
CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
EO: Lieutenant, give me a hand with the warp core.
EO_Lt_Running_Horse says:
*OPS*: Ships power is now on station power.
CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
FCO: Ahkileez can you get the fusion reactors.
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Nods to Pangborn.:: XO: Commander...
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Her eyes twinkle as she sets the tray on the desk.::  T'Vol:  My original degree was in medical... veterinarian.
Capt_Jennifer_Malachi says:
XO: Two weeks ago, radicals from the Sisterhood launched an attack on members of a Vo hunting party...the battle took over two hours to contain...and we experienced severe damage to our Promenade and Docking facilities...
OPS_LtJG_Tyler says:
*EO*: Acknowledged, Bridge out.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Malachi: How can we assist? We can have repair teams help if needed
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
CMO: Ahh, Doctor, I was expecting you to report, just not as I stepped onto the station for the first time.  Well, I suppose your eagerness to get started is admirable.  Please, if you wish you may go aboard at once.
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
CEO: Of course, Commander. ::keeps his voice steady as he tries not to get irritated with people doing their jobs:: ::walks over to the fusion control console and accesses the command system::
Capt_Jennifer_Malachi says:
XO: Additional bodies would be greatly appreciated...it seems we can't keep up with the petty fights these groups seem to have. We've had to close down one of our main lounges three times this month because of the Tzani...
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::double-checks to make sure the reactors aren't feeding in to the ship's EPS and then brings up a monitoring graph of the reactors' performances::
EO_Lt_Running_Horse says:
CEO: Understood sir. ::walks with him::
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
CO: Thank you sir.  Yes, I'd like to get started as soon as possible.  ::Nods respectfully to the CO and XO and then boldly strides through the airlock.::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*CTO*: Pangborn to Powers. Be ready to assign security to the station as needed by Malachi.
EO_Lt_Running_Horse says:
CEO: Sir I still have no understanding of what happened and why.
OPS_LtJG_Tyler says:
CSO: Sir, the warp core has been shut down, and the ship is fully on Station power.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
OPS: Excellent.
Capt_Jennifer_Malachi says:
<ACMO_T'Vol> CNS: Interesting. ::He nods to himself once and looks over at the plants:: I do not understand how this will assist the Ensign in her duties - personal decorations are best left for private quarters, are they not?
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
*XO*: Aye, Commander.  What specifically are their needs?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*CEO*: David, It's Ben. Be ready to send over rotating teams of any and all off duty engineers to the station. They are in bad need of repair.
CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
EO: Your guess is as good as mine Lieutenant.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Malachi: I'll have my people on it in no time
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::watches as the ensign passes:: XO: That one already shows promise....
CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
*XO*: You got it.
Capt_Jennifer_Malachi says:
XO: My sincerest thanks, Commander...
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
OPS: Once your duties at your station are complete, Lieutenant, you may feel free to take a few hours of leave aboard the station until your next shift.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CO: I agree. I've assigned both tactical and engineering personnel to Malachi, to coordinate the effort
CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
*Engineering Staff*: This is Lt. Cmdr. Telarus, all off duty personnel return to Engineering to grab supplies and tools to repair the station.
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::looks for the two engineers and finds them:: CEO/EO: There is a burned EPS valve on the portside reactor. The computer switched to the backups but it will need replacing before we leave here.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Pours the tea.:: T'Vol:  Ahhh T'Vol... ::Shakes her head::   Never mind.  I do have a regular medical degree.  I attained it many years ago.  :: Looks up.::  She will be here soon.
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Overhears the other captain mention the recent battle as she walks away, and wonders what she has gotten herself into.  Well, this is what you wanted Zee, adventure.  Bites her lip and steps through the connection into the corridors of the Quirinus for the first time.::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
XO: Excellent, commander.
CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
FCO: Thank you for the report, I will handle it myself.
EO_Lt_Running_Horse says:
::cocks her head and looks at her boss::
CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
::grabs a tool kit:: EO: Make sure everything else is offline and as soon as you and I are done we need to head over to the station.
OPS_LtJG_Tyler says:
CSO: Aye Sir, thank you.
EO_Lt_Running_Horse says:
CEO: Understood sir.
OPS_LtJG_Tyler says:
::secures his station, and looks about the bridge::
EO_Lt_Running_Horse says:
::spins on her heel and walks over to the big board and studies it carefully::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
EO: Everything else looks fine to me, but I would like a report on the general status of the engines for assessment. I'll need to include that in my own report.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Malachi: So you have had a number of conflicts, I believe I heard you say.  What is the nature of most of them?

ACTION - The station seems to creek as the Quirinus settles in the docking port. A handful of personnel ships and shuttles litter the docking port...and yet the docking port feels almost empty with the Quirinus being the only capital ship in sight...

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*CTO*: Just general security needed. Assistance in using the available systems
CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
::watches as Engineering teams start to flow in::
CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
All: Everybody hurry up pretend like your pants on fire the faster the station is repaired the faster we all get downtime.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Malachi: Is there anything else you require?
Capt_Jennifer_Malachi says:
::The Captain motions for them to follow her onto the ships. Her hands instinctively clasp behind her back as she walks:: CO: Primarily petty difference, one group insults the others heritage, or religion...or how they walk, talk...think...insults are passed back and forth...and ultimately a fight breaks out.
EO_Lt_Running_Horse says:
FCO: You got it sir.  ::brings up the engine status reports and shows them to the FCO::
OPS_LtJG_Tyler says:
*XO*: Commander, I have secured my station. Does the Station CO require any of Operations assistance?
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Thinks the ship looks pretty advanced, and enters a turbo.:: TL: Deck 4.
CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
::grabs the parts and tools to repair the EPS valve for the portside reactor::
EO_Lt_Running_Horse says:
FCO: According to this all of the engines do need some type of recheck but they do look like they are in order.
Capt_Jennifer_Malachi says:
XO: No - but surely your crew does...three months travel makes for weary passengers...
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*OPS*: You might want to come over and give the entire system the once over. Couldn't hurt, since we'll be docked. Bring whoever you need.
OPS_LtJG_Tyler says:
*XO*: Aye Sir, on my way.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: checks each bridge station methodically for lockdown status ::
OPS_LtJG_Tyler says:
::steps off the bridge into the turbolift:: TL: Main Engineering.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::following:: Malachi: Sounds like almost any multi-species station on the frontier, but still it does no doubt keep you quite busy.
CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
EO: Coordinate the assignments for the station repair, and run a Level 1 Diagnostic on the Engines for Ahkileez.
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::glances over her shoulder at the readout:: EO: Good. Please transmit that to my address. I'll return to the bridge and begin downloading navigational updates from the station.
Capt_Jennifer_Malachi says:
<ACMO_T'Vol> CNS: It will be good to have another colleague to converse with, Commander...
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*CSO*: Kraight, I'd like you to come to the station when either myself or the captain is back on board. All I want is your general assessment on the over all condition of the station.
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Strides down the corridor and pauses at the entrance to sickbay.  She straightens her uniform and steps inside.::
CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
Alpha Shift: I need diagnostic reports and repairs completed while the rest of the shifts are over on the station performing repairing duties.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*XO*: I will be happy to comply, sir.
Capt_Jennifer_Malachi says:
CO: On a daily basis...::She says, almost completing the Vulcan's sentence:: Most of the struggles seem to like between the Noori and the Lilithine...but the Vo and Tzani become more violent with each passing month...
OPS_LtJG_Tyler says:
::steps off into Main Engineering.. heads for the nearest locker, and grabs a diagnostics toolkit::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Turns toward the window to watch the young woman enter.::
CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
::walks into Jeffries tube access to get to the portside reactor::
Capt_Jennifer_Malachi says:
<ACMO_T'Vol> ::The Vulcan doctor looks up as Ensign Alexander enters and he nods to himself - Starfleet trained, a professional::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Steps toward the door to open it with a smile.::
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::She doesn’t notice she is being watched, and smiles, admiring her new home.::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Malachi: May I instruct my ship that they may begin to send personnel aboard?
OPS_LtJG_Tyler says:
::heads back into the TL:: TL: Docking Port.
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::steps out of the lift after leaving Engineering and strides back to his station on the bridge, relishing the quite and relative lack of people::
Capt_Jennifer_Malachi says:
::She nods once and continues to walk, avoiding a fallen bulkhead that is scorches with burn marks:: CO: Of course, Captain...my Chief of Operations has prepared permanent quarters for your senior staff...
CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
::starts to remove EPS valve::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Malachi: Thank you.  COM: OPS: You may instruct Commander Kraight that off duty personnel and command crew may begin boarding the station.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CMO:  Welcome aboard doctor.
OPS_LtJG_Tyler says:
::arrives at the docking port, and receives the communiqué:: COM: Crossroads: CO: Aye Sir, I'll let him know.
OPS_LtJG_Tyler says:
*CSO*: Sir, Captain Sulek has informed me that all off duty personnel and command crew may come onboard.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Malachi: I thought we were only one of the ships assigned to the area.  Are the others out on assignment?
Capt_Jennifer_Malachi says:
::She continues on down the corridor towards the main promenade - the two officers following along-side her:: CO: Yes, the U.S.S. Yataghan and U.S.S. Naftali have also been assigned to the Xherivhan in recent months.
CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
*EO*: On my mark run a diagnostic on the EPS valve for the portside reactor.
EO_Lt_Running_Horse says:
*CEO*: Sir you need anything?  OK sir understood.
CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
::starts to install the new valve and checks the control circuits for the system::
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Looks a bit startled as she is pulled from her daydreaming.:: Oh!  Hello!  ::Quickly walks over to were the two are standing.::  CNS/ACMO: I'm Zee Alexander, a pleasure to meet you...
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::links with the station computer and downloads the latest navigational maps::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*OPS*: Thank you, Lieutenant.

ACTION - Captain Jennifer Malachi leads the two Command Officers out into the main Promenade of Crossroads Station. Much like an indoor mall, the large open three story corridor spans a great distance of the station...filled with shops and restaurants of all sorts. Straight before them is "The Fire-Side Grill" - a Terran inspired restaurant...

OPS_LtJG_Tyler says:
::crosses onto the station, looking about::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Reaches out a hand to shake.::  CMO:  I am Commander Azhure, the ships head counselor.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looking around at the Promenade:: Malachi: Quite impressive, Captain.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Malachi: Nice place.
CEO_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
::finishes up:: *EO* Run it. ::starts to head back::
EO_Lt_Running_Horse says:
*CEO*: Running diagnostic now sir.
Capt_Jennifer_Malachi says:
::She smiles and looks around at the large public meeting area:: CO/XO: As much as this station has seen its share of hard times...it is still home to those of us here...::She smiles::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: keys the ship-wide intercom :: COM: All hands, this is Second Officer Kraight. Shore leave aboard Crossroads Station has been authorized for all off-duty personnel. Department heads, please coordinate personnel requirements.
EO_Lt_Running_Horse says:
::watches the diagnostic as it runs::
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Takes the Commander's hand.:: CNS: It's good to meet you...  It's an impressive ship, and I see sickbay is well in order.... was that your doing?
OPS_LtJG_Tyler says:
::accesses the station computer, and tries viewing running fusion reactors and power distribution::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Malachi: I believe the Earth expression is home is where the heart is.  I feel much the same way about the Q.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Malachi: I know just what you mean
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::turns around in his chair from the helm:: CSO: Do you have a minute, Commander?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: looks up :: FCO: Of course, Lieutenant. What is on your mind?
Capt_Jennifer_Malachi says:
<ACMO_T'Vol> ::He nods to Alexander once:: CMO: Doctor T'Vol, Starfleet Medical. Welcome aboard, Ensign...
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::Leans against his console... Security is never off-duty::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CMO:  A combination of mine and Doctor T'Vol who has been holding down the fort while we came to get you.  Come... I have made some tea.  ::Steps away from the doorway.::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
CSO: I would like to set up an sub-process to automatically overlay the known subspace anomalies in this area over my standard navigational maps. It should ease course plotting if the computer knows to automatically account for them.
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Nods back to the Vulcan.:: ACMO: Likewise doctor.  ::Smiles and follows the commander into the office, smelling the tea.::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Malachi: I look forward to our first assignment in this sector.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
FCO: A wise precaution, and excellent foresight on your part, Lieutenant. Proceed, by all means.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Pours the tea.::  CMO:  I hope you do not mind.  Most of the plants in here are medically useful.  :: Hands her the tea.::  And easy to care for.
Capt_Jennifer_Malachi says:
CO: ...and I look forward to the work that you and I shall do together. ::She smiles and wanders past the restaurants, making her way towards a nearby lift:: CO/XO: Come and I will show you Command & Control...
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::follows Malachi::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::turns and starts programming the algorithm:: CSO: Once it's ready, I'll need your authorization to link the science sensor data to the navigational data stream.
OPS_LtJG_Tyler says:
Self: Hmm.. ::begins downloading the station status into his PADD for future reference for some overhauls::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::following::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
FCO: You'll have it.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Hands another cup to the Vulcan.::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::has the computer run an error check and is satisfied when it doesn't detect any problems:: CSO: Initializing programs. Authorization please. The program is Ahkileez-Theta-1
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Has a seat, and as the doctor speaks, is already admiring one strange looking one, poking what she thinks is a leaf.  She takes the tea.:: CNS: Thank you sir.  Oh I don't mind the plants, it's nice to have a touch of nature around one's self, and I'd love to hear about what medical properties they have.  I've always been fascinated by less conventional medicine...  ::Still is looking at the strange plant out the corner of her 
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Smiles as she takes a seat.::  CMO:  Azhure is fine... unless I am in command of an Away Team.  As for that plant which has caught your attention... :: Smiles with humour.::  That has an interesting story.

ACTION - As the trio of command officers pass "The Fire-Side Grill" Sulek's heightened Vulcan ears pick up an odd beeping sound. Without warning the sound stops and before he can react Captain Sulek, Commander Pangborn and Fleet Captain Malachi are thrown back as the nearby restaurant ignites in flames and an explosion tears through the Promenade.

Klaxons roar throughout Crossroads Station and the force of the explosion causes the Quirinus to rock. A cup of tea falls to the ground in sickbay and smashes on the deck plating...and red alert is activated...

=/\==/\=END Mission=/\==/\=