Star Trek: A Call To Duty
U.S.S. Quirinus NCC-83942 - SD 10601.30

Starring:

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

…and…

Matthew Bordewick	as	Ensign Zee Alexander – CMO
Margaret Bowie	as	Ensign Latta – SO
Jeffrey Brown		as	Commander Kraight – CSO
Erin Cody-Allen 	as 	Lieutenant JG Adrienne Kostandinos-Michaels – TO
Christopher Dickinson 	as 	Lt. Commander Billy Bob Powers Jr. – CTO
Kurt Goring	 	as 	Lieutenant JG Soriq Ahkileez – FCO
James Homuth 	as 	Ensign Michael Jervase – MO
Kate McTiernan	as	Captain Joanna Matisse – CIV
Bryce Miller	 	as 	Ensign Royle Chandra – CEO
Edward Selgas		as	Lt. Commander David Telarus – OPS
Karriaunna Scotti 	as 	Commander Azhure – CNS

                        …with…

Christopher Gibson	as	Vo Hunter Ship Gedora
James Homuth		as	Nurse McNiel
Mike Jones		as	Colonel Sydney Majors
Bryce Miller		as	Engineering Officer

                        …with…

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

Summary - Thirty-Four Days ago the U.S.S. Quirinus entered a region of space known as the Xherivhan. Known to Starfleet as "the Crossroads," Xherivhan Sector is the home of five native species: the Lilithine, Noori, Vo, Tzani and Ko'ra. Through the recent efforts of Captain Sulek and his crew, a temporary peace has been established between the five species of the region. Ambassador Qui'dinjori of the Noori Syndicate and Ambassador Aelsery of the Lilithine Sisterhood have headed up the peace process, despite multiple attempts on both their lives.

Since the crew has arrived in the region they have faced sabotages, insane Captains, a creature calling itself the Executioner and even a heavily damaged Starfleet vessel. Threats have been made on the life of Captain Jennifer Malachi of Crossroads Station, a Lilithine underground organization (the Laetitia) have been revealed and a lethal virus has been spread on the station.

Thirty-four days have passed...and now the crew prepares for their next adventure. The chronometers display the time of 0556 hours as Gamma Shift comes to a close and the Alpha Shift begins their day. A new challenge lays ahead...

=/\==/\=BEGIN U.S.S. Quirinus Mission - "Trial By Fire - Questions In The Shadows"=/\==/\=

CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Standing inside the captains ready room, staring out the small port window.::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::on bridge:: FCO: ETA to Inanis system?
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::entering the bridge, a PADD with her orders in one hand::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
:;looks up from the helm, turning his chair around after taking a glance at the screen:: CO: Seven hours, ten minutes, Captain.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::sleepy eyed, stands on the bridge looking over reports::
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Steps out the turbo onto the bridge behind the SO, and takes a moment to take in her surroundings.::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
XO: I have a meeting to keep.  You have the con. I will be in my ready room
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: sitting at Science One, scanning the Inanis system on LRS and also monitoring the ongoing search for fragments of the Ko'ra medical database ::
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
::Steps in his office in engineering::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CO: Aye.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::stands and crosses to the door, noting the ensign standing just outside the TL.  He enters the ready room::
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::notices that the CO is busy and heads for the XO:: XO: Ens. Latta reporting for duty, sir ::hands him the PADD::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::turns back to his station and brings up a status display of the engines on an auxiliary window::
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::enters the bridge, looking around at all the new faces::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
::Leaning against the upper deck railing of the Bridge::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Hears the captain enter and with holding a sigh, turns toward him.::
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::actually, most of them look new to her since she has been almost dead for so much of her time on the Q::
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
::Eyes barley open, enters her "office" to get some study time in::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::stands next to a biobed, administering a hypospray to an engineering crewman::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::He crosses to his desk, and then looks steadily at the CNS:: CNS: I have read yours and Powers report on the incident with the Executioner.  Now tell me what I am missing.
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
::Going over the duty rosters for the day::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::looks up and takes the PADD:: SO: Good to have you aboard. The Captain is busy at the moment, but he'll be wanting to meet you as well. In the meantime, report to Commander Kraight. ::motions:: One of the finest science officers I've had the pleasure to serve with. ::genuine smile::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
TO: Howdy, Ensign.
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::smiles:: XO: Thank you, sir
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::looks up:: CTO: Oh, hello!  ::grins and cocks one eyebrow:: Ready for more fun and excitement?
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CO: The factor of faith.
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Admires the bridge while the XO talks to the new SO.::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::frowns after watching the status display for a few moments:: *CEO*: Ahkileez to Engineering.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::puts the instrument back on the medical tray:: Crewman: That aught to take care of it, crewman. Next time, try keeping the safeties on when running your simulations.
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::turns to the CTO:CTO: Were you speaking to me sir?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
CNS: Faith?  You lead Commander Powers out to allow the Executioner to escape on faith?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
SO: You're more than welcome:: takes a seat::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CO: Do you know what an elemental is?
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
*FCO*: Go ahead.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
FCO: Anything the matter?

ACTION - The Quirinus' deck plating shudders slightly as the vessel passes near a subspace instability. Sensors track the rift and add it to the database.

CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
:: Gets as comfortable as she can in the small uncomfortable chair, and tries to pick what pile to start revisiting::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
TO: Always up for fun and excitement.  So long as it doesn't threaten me, this ship, or this crew.
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::glances over his shoulder:: XO: Nothing serious, Commander. ::turns back to his display:: *CEO*: Ensign Chandra, I'm showing a slight overheating in the portside nacelle. Can you confirm?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
CNS: Yes.  My concern here though is for the continued safety of the crew and the Ambassadors aboard Crossroads station.  You believe that the Executioner will stop its attacks?
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::looks around as the ship shudders from the subspace instability:: CTO: Today may not be your day...
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::sighs as crewman Nielson leaves sickbay, and starts to work on the report for the chief::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: checks the recent readings :: XO: Field variance of 0.079 on that last one we passed.
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Looks around as the ship shudders, she then steps up to the XO.:: XO: Ensign Zee Alexander reporting for duty sir.  ::Hands him another PADD.::
Col_Sydney_Majors says:
*CIV / CTO* Captain Matisse, Commander Powers, could you please join me in Conference Lounge One?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CSO: Are we in any danger?
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
::Thinks about the TO's comment when the comm. signal comes through and grimaces::  TO: You might just be right.  Mind taking over for a while?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: shakes head :: XO: No, sir. Navigational sensors are picking these up with plenty of time to spare.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CMO: Good to have you aboard. ::takes the PADD:: I seem to be getting a lot of these today.
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
CTO: Not at all ::grins again:: Have fun with the Colonel.
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
*FCO*: I will try and correct that sir.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CMO: You're free to get acquainted with the crew, and report to your station when ready
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
::Taps her badge:: *Majors*: I'll be right up.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: notices Latta :: SO: Greetings.
Col_Sydney_Majors says:
*CIV* Thank you, Captain, see you soon.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CO: We have been calling the Executioner a demon, which he is not.  He reacts as he is supposed to.  If we want things in the end to work out here, he needs to be free to do his part in the play being acted out.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CSO: Good to hear that. Keep me informed.
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Nods.:: XO: Thank you sir, if it's alright I'd like to remain on the bridge for a while.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
TO: Loads.  ::Taps his commbadge::  *Colonel*: On my way.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CMO: Certainly.
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
::Quickly gets up and makes her way to meet up with Majors ::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
CNS: Does this faith in the Executioner have anything to do with your...ummm...ability and your understanding of then the conclusion that must be reached?
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::looks down as the TAC console beeps:: XO: Sir, a Vo ship is on LRS - powered down.

ACTION - Long range sensors display the subspace instability near the Vo vessel. The rift seems to be in a state of flux which is disrupting the vessels power systems.

FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::tries not to sound annoyed:: *CEO*: No rush, Ensign Chandra. We're only losing a few efficiency status ratings... and a few thousand kilometres per second.
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::walks over to the CSO:: CSO: Hello, Ens. Latta reporting for duty sir.
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
::Tries rerouting more coolant to the nacelle::
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
::Steps into the turbo list and calls for deck one::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
TO: Go ahead and hail them. ::looks at the empty operations station:: Our operations officer is late. My apologies.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
::Walks through the hallway to the conference room::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::finishes his report on Nielson's shoulder injury, complete with a recommendation to have his holodeck access more closely monitored, and relays it to the CEO::
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Takes a seat in one of the guest chairs beside the command area and watches with interest.::
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
Self: Hmm was I suppose to bring anything.... ::Steps off the turbolift, and heads straight for the conference room::
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
XO: Hailing them... ::pauses, then looks up:: No response sir, I guess they're not feeling talkative at the moment.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: holds out a double-thumbed hand :: SO: Welcome. I am very glad to have you aboard. if you are prepared to start your shift, I could very much use some help scanning the Vo ship we are approaching.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Turns her eyes away, her eyes distant as if looking at something behind him.::  CO: I don't know what the conclusion will be.  I do not fully understand how it will all work out in the end.  I only know the past, what is, and what could be.  :: Gives him a simple smile.::  Actually, probably nothing more then you would know if you had what was roaming around in my head.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
TO: We'll try again later, keep a close eye on them please. I'd rather not have any surprises.
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
::Enters the conference room::
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::smiles and shakes the CSO's hand:: CSO: I'm ready whenever you need me, sir
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
CNS: I only want to understand this.  What in the Executioner's demeanour convinced you that it needs to be free to serve the purpose.
Col_Sydney_Majors says:
::Nods at Matisse as she enters:: CIV: Please, have a seat Captain. ::Gestures to one of the chairs::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: smiles back ::  SO: Excellent. Please take over at Science Two.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
::As he arrives in the lounge only moments behind the Captain, he takes a seat somewhere::
Col_Sydney_Majors says:
::Lightly smiles as the CTO arrives:: CTO: Commander.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CO: A genie released from its 2000 year old bottle.
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::steps over to Science Two and begins scanning the Vo ship::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
Colonel: Good morning, Colonel.  What can we do you for today?
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::smiles at him:: XO: I'm setting a repeating hail for them, just in case they change their minds.
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
*CEO*: No change yet, Ensign.
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
::Nods and takes a seat:: Majors: What can we do for you Colonel? ::Nods slightly to the CTO::
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
XO: Sir, perhaps now is a good moment, I have some information on the virus...
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::takes a PADD from a passing med tech, puts his thumb print of approval on it, then takes it to the CMO's office himself::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
FCO: What’s our ETA now?
Col_Sydney_Majors says:
CIV / CTO: I felt I should bring you both up to date on what we've uncovered in regard to the Laetita uprising. Particularly from what was gathered from the data you retrieved. ::A nod to the CIV::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CMO: Go ahead
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: returns his attention to the scan of the Inanis system, but addresses the new arrival ::  SO: I've reviewed your Academy transcripts. Quite impressive.
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
*FCO:* I'll send a team down there sir. ::Prepares an engineering team to work on the nacelle::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
CNS: I am uncertain as to your allusion to a jinn myth, unless it is to say that the Executioner acts now only because it must.  Still, it must live up to its name and its attacks have been seemingly non specific.
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
Majors: I'm glad it was of use, was worth a lot to get.
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::keeps one eye on the sensors monitoring the Vo ship, the other eye on the status of the hail, and both ears on the bridge conversations::
SO_Ens_Latta says:
CSO: Thank you. I'm excited to be on this mission. I actually did my thesis on the Noori.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CO:  Captain... I wish I could tell you no one is going to be hurt... no one is going to die with the executioner loose.  What I can tell you, is if we had bottled him back up, millions of lives could have been lost.
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
XO: Our analysis in the lab has determined that the virus is artificial.  In fact, it shares genetic markers found on Vodauran Prime, in the form of an enzyme that the creature secretes which causes neurological disruptions in its victims.
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::tries to wipe the annoyance off his face as he turns around again:: XO: Six hours, fifty minutes, Commander. If we can deal with this overheating problem, I might be able to shorten that some.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::decides to borrow the CMO's office temporarily now that she's on the bridge, and calls up the crew physical roster::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
SO: So I learned. The Captain has set me the task of determining why the Noori wish to conceal their true form. I would be interested to discuss any insights you would have into that question, at an appropriate time.
Col_Sydney_Majors says:
CIV: So I heard.
Col_Sydney_Majors says:
::Slides over a PADD to the CIV, and one to the CTO::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CMO: Then you can confirm that it is of Vo origin? Or just from their planet. The difference, while subtle and possible moot, is there.
Col_Sydney_Majors says:
CIV / CTO: Here's the data we uncovered.
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::continues scanning:: CSO: Certainly sir. ::smiles::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: closes his eyes, winces... just for a moment ::
Col_Sydney_Majors says:
Both: We've uncovered twelve profiles of undercover Lilithine operatives in both the Government and Military, as well as some basic plans for sabotaging the conference. One of which was the bomb that was already implemented.
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
::Pulls the PADD towards her, and glances it over::
SO_Ens_Latta says:
CSO: Are you all right?
Col_Sydney_Majors says:
::Pauses:: Both: There was also schematics for some sort of station.
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
*EO*: Report on that nacelle.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
CNS: Given that, I understand your reluctance to capture or kill this, for lack of a better term, demi-god.  Still, I would have liked to have a better understanding of his targets.  Know that I trust your species and your intuition more than perhaps any other species.  I am not given to act on intuition.  I do not know if I would make the same decision. I know that you must balance your ability in time with the temporal directive. So I must conclude that as always you acted in the best of possible interests.
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
XO: It's impossible to tell for certain.  Someone other than the Vo could have used the enzyme to create the virus...  
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
SO: Fine. Just a momentary...  :: stops, winces again... clearly in pain now ::
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::looks around and notices the CMO on the Bridge:: CMO: Ma'am I think the CSO needs you
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CMO: Be sure and share any and all findings with the science department should you require assistance. Mr Kraight was working on it as well. How long do you think it would take to develop a virus such as this?
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
<EO> CEO: Trying to locate the source of the overheating now sir.
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
Majors: Has it been decided that course of action we will be taking, or continue playing along?
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::notices a few overdue physicals, and has the computer generate automated notifications for the CTO, CSO, and the new SO::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CO: I would have liked more time.  :: A real smile this time.::  But I kind of thought you might like Commander Power and myself around a wee bit longer.  As for my actions... :: Her eyes become sad.:: I hope so too... perhaps more then anyone else.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
FCO: Just do the best you can. Problems...inevitably find there way to engineering as well as the rest of the ship. ::grin::
SO_Ens_Latta says:
CSO: Sir, what is wrong?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: shakes head :: SO: I'm fine, really...   :: although he clearly is not ::

ACTION - Flashes of images cross through Kraight's mind and his brain begins to feel as if it is on fire. He stumbles to the ground.

Col_Sydney_Majors says:
CIV: Starfleet's leaving this up to us for the time being. As we'll have the most direct contact with the Lilithine, we should keep our ears open. Anything comes up, it will be up to you, Captain Sulek and I to make an effort to deal with it.
Col_Sydney_Majors says:
CIV: No doubt Starfleet will lend support if we ask for it.
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::calls out loudly:: CMO: Ma'am you are needed now!
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::distractedly:: XO: Aye sir. ::turns back to the Helm and moves the engine status window over, calling up a warp field attenuation window to try to adjust for the inefficiency of the engines::
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Hears the SO and walks over to the science station.:: CSO: You don't look well sir...  ::Grabs her medical tricorder off her belt and flips it open.::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::notices Kraight’s discomfort:: CMO: See to Mr Kraight please
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: gestures vaguely at his head :: CMO: I'll be all right... It's... just a headache...
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
Majors: Are we going to be safe at this conference?  I know we've argued this before, but what is going to happen now that its changed venues?
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::glances over his shoulder at the commotion::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
CNS: It is a strong burden that "Listeners" must bear.  It is clear that our next encounter with the Executioner will dictate perhaps choice then that we would rather not make.  We must now consider that if its mission is to ensure the best of all possible solutions, its target may have to die.
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
CSO: I'll be the judge of that... ::Kneels over him and runs a full scan.::

ACTION - The Quirinus lurches to the left as the port nacelle grazes past an unstable field. The inertial dampeners adjust for the shift and at that same moment a comm. comes in through the Tactical board.

CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
<EO> *CEO*: Sir we can't seem to locate the source sir.
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
XO: Incoming message, sir.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: suddenly puts his head in his hands ::
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::nearly loses her balance::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
CNS: Thank you for this insight.  You have again given me ...::grabs on to the chair as the ship lurches and regaining his balance:: much to think about.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::nearly falls out of the CMO's chair as he continues to work through the physical roster::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*CEO*: Report, 
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
Oh!  ::Looser her balance and brushes against Kraight briefly.  She steadies herself and looks up from her scans.:: CSO: I need to get you to sickbay commander, your neural readings are dangerously high...
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
*EO*: I will be right there. Self: If you want something done. ::Heads toward the nacelle::
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
XO: It's the Vo, sir, responding to our hail.  Should I put them onscreen?
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Tilts her head and looks at him appreciatively:: CO: You are one of the few I know who truly understand that.  Thank you.  Thank you on many levels in ways that I do not believe I can explain.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
TO; Yes, on screen.
Col_Sydney_Majors says:
CIV: So far it doesn't seem like anything of a troubling nature will happen at the conference. What does concern me is the schematics for this station ... looks like some sort of massive weapons platform ...
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::puts the incoming message onscreen::
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
*XO*: Sir, I am heading to the nacelle myself to assess the situation.
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
*MO* Zee to sickbay, I need a stretcher sent to the bridge please.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Looks toward the port.:: CO:  This will not be a smooth trip.

ACTION - A static filled comm. appears on the viewscreen. In the background sparks fly and the fading image of a Vo hunter can be seen.

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
CNS: And now counsellor, duty calls and so do the subspace anomalies.  Thank you for your time.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: through gritted teeth :: SO: Sorry... to abandon you... so abruptly...
CJ-Tala says:
@<Gedora> COM: Quirinus: This is Hunter Ship Gedora...
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Nods:: CO:  Aye sir.
SO_Ens_Latta says:
CSO: No problem sir, shall I continue scanning?
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::puts the physical roster on hold, and leaves the CMO's office:: *CMO*: I'll bring it myself, doctor. ::gestures for a few nurses:: Can I get a readings summary?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
COMM: Vo: Do you require assistance? Sure looks like it.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: grips the CMO's arm :: CMO: No... just help me to the turbolift...
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he crosses to the door and exits:: XO: Repor...::looks up at the screen::
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Runs over and grabs the emergency med kit.  She arrives back at Kraight and loads a hypo and injects him with it.:: CSO: This should help stabilize your neural readings momentarily, and help with the pain...
CJ-Tala says:
@<Gedora> COM: Quirinus: Any assistance you could render would be greatly appreciated...
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Follows Sulek out of the ready room.::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: nods 'yes' to Latta ::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
FCO: Lay in a course for the Vo ship
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: stands, still holding the CMO'
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: stands, still holding the CMO's arm ::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
:;struggles to maintain the warp field after the impact on the port nacelle:: *CEO*: Proceed with caution. Temperatures in the Port Nacelle have increased significantly.
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::now that they are closer, looks over sensors again to see if they can tell any additional information about the Vo ship::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::the nurses man the stretcher and Michael accompanies them to the turbolift::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CMO: Let's go, then.  :: walks unsteadily to the turbolift ::
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::smiles and gets back to Science Two and begins scanning again::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
FCO: Bring the CSO's echo effect on line.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
TL: Bridge, priority 1.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*CEO*: Let me know what you find
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
Majors:  I agree that weapon is a big concern of mine.
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
::Looks over to the CTO:: CTO: You seem quiet, what do you think about this?
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
CSO: You’re in no condition to walk.  Wait a moment for the stretcher to arrive sir.
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::nods without turning around:: XO: Adjusting course, aye. ::gingerly changes the ship's heading with small alterations to the warp field and reaches over with one hand to activate the Echo Protocol::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
CO: Echo system online, Captain.
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
::arrives at the nacelle and surveys the situation::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: A quick glance around confirms Bill is elsewhere.  Moves to her chair and stands behind it, watching.::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::figures he's not going to be getting a readings summary today, but shrugs... then the TL door opens and the nurses exit the lift ahead of him::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CMO: I will not be carried off this bridge. Just get me to the turbolift.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
CIV: I wish I could have kept a hold of Eulaera when we had the chance, Colonel.  I'm sure she would be helpful right now.

ACTION - Kraight modified sensor system comes online and the Quirinus adjusts course towards the Vo vessel. The deck plating vibrates slightly as they pass through a dense gravity field and then the ship returns to normal.

CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
*XO*: Sir there seems to be a misalignment. I will not be able to repair the problem until we drop out of warp.
Col_Sydney_Majors says:
CTO: Well you know what they say about wishes and horses ...
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: takes another two steps toward the TL ::
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Sighs and helps Kraight to the TL just as the stretcher arrives.::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*MO*: Prepare to render aid to the Vo should they need it. We're on the way to a Vo ship in distress now. The Chief Medical Officer is occupied.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Her eyes turn toward the CSO.::
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::feels the shudder as she continues her scans::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*CEO*: Can you keep us together long enough to reach the Vo ship which is.....FCO: ETA to the Vo ship?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: enters the TL ::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::smirks as the XO's order comes at him in stereo:: XO: Sickbay's always ready, commander. ::nods once, briefly, to the CMO::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Moves swiftly and steps into the lift with the CSO::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
MO: Good
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: closes his eyes, sags against the bulkhead ::

ACTION - A flash of bright images crosses through Kraight's mind. Pain tears through his mind like a hot blade.

MO_Ens_Jervase says:
<Nurse_McNiel> ::lends her partner a hand in positioning the stretcher... she's seen this in too many a stubborn patient::
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Nods back to the MO then looks to the CSO:: Sir please, you can barely stand.  ::Motions to the stretcher in the turbo.::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::turns:: XO: Five and a half hours, sir. And that might increase if efficiency in the nacelle continues to decrease. *CEO*: Would it help to flood the nacelle with liquid nitrogen, Ensign?
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Ignoring the others, lightly touches his shoulder.::  CSO: Serena?
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
Majors: was there anything else we needed to talk about?
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
*XO*: Just don't push her to hard sir.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CMO: Yes...   :: collapses onto the stretcher ::
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Sighs as more enter the lift and she barks to the computer.:: Deck four!
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: What do  you think? We can drop out of warp and possibly miss them, or we can continue as we are.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*CEO*: Keep on it.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CNS: Don't know... images... so many... so bright...
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::lets the nurses handle the stretcher, while he stands next to the CMO:: CMO: What happened?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::turns seeing the Ensign again:: SO: New here?  You must be Ensign Latta ::notes the TL doors close on the CSO and company:: It looks like you get your first day as a trial by hot coals.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
FCO: Thanks. Let me know if you can cut any time off.
Col_Sydney_Majors says:
::Brings up the schematics on the PADD, and stares at them:: CIV / CTO: I think that may be it for now. Although if you could, put your minds into the schematics for this station. Compare it to all known station platforms created throughout the known Universe. Try and see if we can figure this thing out.
SO_Ens_Latta says:
CO: It appears so sir. I was just continuing the CSO's scans of the VO ship

ACTION - The schematics on Powers' and Matisse's PADDs show a ring-like station design. Various arrays on the interior of the ring seem to be designed to concentrate energy into a single beam of power...a giant destructive weapon. The language is hard to understand, but the design is called "Borealis."

CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
CMO: Not sure... he just collapsed.  I'll take him to sickbay.  ::Continues scanning the CSO brain activity as the lift whirs to life.::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*CEO*: We'll need to continue as is for almost 6 hours, can you keep up in one piece?
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::tries not to sneer:: XO: We'll be lucky if we can even maintain this speed, sir. But I'll do what I can. ::turns back to the Helm and starts working on a program to adjust the field dynamics automatically::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
XO: We need to make best speed, on the other hand, if we overshoot them, we will be of little use.  A most perplexing problem.
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
::Continues to reroute coolant to try and keep the nacelle temperature from rising more::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Looks at him quietly, then looks at the doctor.::  CMO: There is not much that can be done physically.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
::Sighs and looks over the PADD::  Colonel: I suspect you've already run computer analyses?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CO: Your call.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Latta: Well welcome aboard.  What I need to know is if it is possible to tractor them away from the instability.
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
XO/CO: Sirs - The Vo life-support is minimal, and the subspace field will tear them apart in seven hours. Time is of the essence here, if I may be blunt.
SO_Ens_Latta says:
CO: I’ll run it through the computer to assess the chances.
Col_Sydney_Majors says:
CTO: Yes, nothing comes up too much. A few similarities here or there. But I'm more for actual minds thinking this through rather than a computer. Think of it as a pet project, nothing to get too wound up about.
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Her eyes only look up from her tricorder briefly.:: CNS: What do you mean?  ::The lift arrives on deck 4 and they start moving towards sickbay.::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::decides he'd of been better off staying on the bridge::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
XO: It seems that our question has been answered.  If we drop from warp, we will not reach them in time.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
TO: Acknowledged :::hates a no win scenario::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
FCO: Push it as hard as you can without ripping us apart
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::beginning typing data into the Computer and running simulations of rescue by tractor beam::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CMO:  What is going on with him has nothing to do with him physically.  You might be able to ease the pain, but you cannot stop it.  Consider it this way.  Inside his head is a lot of information, more then one mortal can really hold.  His brain is kind of on overload at the moment.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
FCO: Hone in on their transmission so that we can hopefully stay on track.  Best speed.  At our current rate, we will have only slightly more than one or two hours to extricate them.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::just follows the group back to sickbay, and as the doors open, medical teams can already be seen assembling and getting ready to spread out through the small ship::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*CEO*: We're going to need everything you can give us, and more. Do your best.
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Frowns, and lowers her tricorder.:: CNS: What caused this?
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
CIV: I suppose I could give it a little look
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::frowns:: CO/XO: Sirs, we might be able to manage a five percent increase... ten at the extreme. But much faster than that with this overheating and we risk rupturing the coils. We'll be stuck out here, crippled and... ::stops and turns when the console behind him starts to beep::
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
*XO:* Give it my best sir.
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
Majors: I'm sure it can keep me busy till the conference.  ::Stands:: CTO: Thanks.  Two heads are better then one, I'll be in my "office" if you find anything.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::while the CMO questions the counsellor, Michael decides to make himself useful and walks across the room to access a console:: Computer: Computer, display medical profile for Commander Kraight. Medical authorization Jervase theta 4 9.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
SO: If we are unable to use the tractor, then we will need to find a way to transport them.  I would rather not send a shuttle into the anomaly.
SO_Ens_Latta says:
CO: Sir, we have a problem. The Vo ship is right on the rift. We can't fly in and a tractor beam won't lock.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
::Curious that the Captain didn't want to work on this together::  CIV: Yes, Captain.  ::Looks at the Colonel::  Colonel: Anything else on your mind?

ACTION - The pain suddenly falls away from Kraight and his neurological readings spike. He sees several flashes of bright light and several voices whisper into his mind. As quickly as it began the visions end and Kraight is left winded and with a killer migraine.

FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::curses lightly to himself in Vulcan and lays in an alteration to their course, leaving the previous heading as a dotted line while the computer banks the ship on to the new heading:: ::turns back around:: CO/XO: Sirs, we just lost another twenty minutes. There's an unstable region ahead and we'll have to go around.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
FCO: Increase by 10 percent and go around it then
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
SO: Run a simulation using a variant frequency pattern of the tractor beam.

ACTION - Ensign Latta gives a curt nod and sets to work on the simulations.

Col_Sydney_Majors says:
::Stands:: CIV: Thank you, Captain. ::At the CTO's question, pauses as certain thoughts come across her mind, but shakes them and hides a smile:: CTO: No ... no, that's all, thank you Commander.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CMO:  Are you familiar with the Vulcan Katra?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
FCO: I have every confidence in your skills, Navigator.  I am sure you will find away to get us there on time.
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::They arrive into sickbay and the nurses shift Kraight onto the biobed.::  CNS: The Vulcan equivalent of a soul?
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
::Narrows his eyes slightly::  Colonel: If you say so.  ::Stands and walks out::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CMO: Kind of.  This is something rather similar.  As this person died, she downloaded the sum of all her knowledge.  But at the same time, she bound it so he could not access it until needed.
Col_Sydney_Majors says:
::Sighs::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
CO: I appreciate the confidence, Captain. Let's hope the ship lives up to my skills. ::turns back around and slips his fingers over the throttle, cautiously eying the engine status display::
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
::Quickly exits the conference and escapes back to her office, still feeling a bit tired, needs to lay down for a few minutes::
Col_Sydney_Majors says:
::Gathers her PADDs and exits the opposite way of the bridge, heading for the nearest TL::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: opens his eyes :: All: Desolation...
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Turns to look down at Kraight.::  CSO: What did you see?
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Lowers the "clam" over Kraight and sees Jervase at the main console.:: MO: Ensign, could you run a neural scan for me, is his neural pattern stabilizing yet?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*CEO* Work with science to develop a solution to bring the Vo ship away from or transport its crew from the anomaly.  We may have only one chance once we arrive.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CNS: Space... ruined space... rifts... so many...
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::pushes the profile he was reading aside, and runs the scan as requested:: CMO: They are, aye.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
::As he exits out onto the Bridge, he wanders back towards the tactical area::
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
*XO*: I think we should be alright with the engines, the are stretched, but should be alright sir.
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
MO: Thank-you.  ::Looks back to Kraight and narrows her eyes.:: CNS: Sounds a lot like the area of space we are in now...
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
*CO*: Aye sir.
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::monitoring the tactical sensors for any changes in the condition of the Vo vessel::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CNS: Something... huge, being built... maybe... a weapon... can't be sure...
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Listening.::  CMO: Yes... it does.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*CEO*: Good work. Time is if the essence. Anything more you could do would be appreciated
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::raises an eyebrow, almost Vulcan-esque in nature, and listens, continuing to read Kraight's profile and watch the continuing scans::
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::looks up at the CTO wandering over:: CTO: Welcome back.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CNS: Dead worlds... blasted clean of life... as if sterilized...
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Quietly:: CMO:  But the danger is not ours... yet.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
CTO: We may need tactical skills at implementing the rescue.  The use of the tractor beam, for the time being, seems not useable.  Any ideas as to how to clear the ship from the edge of subspace would be most helpful.
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Shivers.:: CNS: Do you have any idea what he's talking about?  
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: closes his eyes :: CNS, CMO: I don't know what it means. But I have this terrible certainty that it is real... or that it will be.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::it's times like this he wouldn't have minded some tactical clearance, at least to cross-reference whatever it is he's talking about, but just continues to scan and read::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
CO: With all respect, that sounds like an engineering challenge, sir.  But.... ::thinks::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CMO:  No... not yet.  Right now he is grabbing at the pieces he saw.  It will take him time to put the puzzle together.  Rest... :: Looks away and then at the doctor.::  And sleep.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
CTO: I already have science and engineering on the problem.  Now its time to think outside the sack.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
CMO: On a completely unrelated note, doctor... you've yet to undergo your mandatory reassignment physical.
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
::Trying to formulate a plant of evacuation:: EO: You are in charge here. Make sure you keep her running and contact me in case of any emergency.
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
CSO: Get some rest sir.  You condition has stabilized for now...  ::Motions the CNS over to the where the MO is standing and the main console.::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
::Refrains from snickering::  CO: Understood, sir.  I will attempt to not think... in my sack.
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::watches the star lines whip pass the ship for a few moments before returning his attention to the helm, dividing his attention between the echo system, the ship's course and the malfunctioning nacelle::
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
MO: Right...  it's the first thing we'll do once things have calmed down around here...
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: With a gentle touch, she turns to join the doctors... her first meeting of them.::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::smirks, genuinely teasing:: CMO: Are you *trying* to delay it indefinitely?
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::looks back and forth from the CTO to the CO, bites her lower lip to keep from laughing and begins concentrating really hard on the tactical console::
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
MO: Wouldn't dream of it...  ::Notices the active file Jervase was reading.:: MO: Has Kraight ever been to sickbay before with these symptoms?
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
CMO: Not since I've been here, no... That's why I'm looking.

ACTION - Matisse's PADD beeps with an incoming message from Crossroads Station. Captain Joanna Matisse glances down at the display and the file opens...a letter from one "Rico Mitchel." She drops the PADD and it crashes to the ground...she stands in silence for a moment...stunned...

ACTION - The U.S.S. Quirinus navigates around several subspace instabilities as they make their way towards the Inanis Star System and the Vo Hunter ship Gedora. Their journey is rocky but quick. They have figured out much this morning...but what else is to come?

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