Star Trek: A Call To Duty
U.S.S. Quirinus NCC-83942 - SD 10602.27

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 	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	Ambassador Starr’entia, Lieutenant Alexis Summers
James Homuth		as	Nurse McNiel
Mike Jones		as	Commander Jennifer Silver, Ambassador Trogdo
Mike Jones		as	Chief Thorne, Ensign Ar
Kate McTiernan	as	Crossroads Station OPS
Bryce Miller		as	Promenade Vendor

                        …with…

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

Summary - Sacrifice, "The act of offering something to a deity in propitiation or homage, especially the ritual slaughter of an animal or person." If one looks up the definition of a sacrifice the word "offering" stands out...but what if the sacrifice isn't willing?

What if the animal or individual doesn't want their blood spilled for the gods above? What if they don't conform to the religion...or wish to continue on living? Too bad for them - gotta keep those deities happy.

The crew of the U.S.S. Quirinus has returned to Crossroads Station. In two days the Noori Syndicate will arrive, the U.S.S. Gatineau will arrive shortly after and the peace talks will continue. For now they must sit and wait for the blood letting...

=/\==/\=BEGIN U.S.S. Quirinus Mission - "Trial By Fire - Once Burned"=/\==/\=

CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
::Just having left the Vo's quarters::
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::at Science Two::
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
@::in the airlock, firing and being fired upon::

ACTION - Pink energy arcs through the air over Adrienne's head. Two Starfleet officers fire in response...

CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@::Sitting at her desk in the C&C, waiting for an answer from Silver::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::on Quirinus, strolling the senior officer quarters section::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::brooding over what Trogdo has said::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: still at Science One ::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::at command chair bridge, awaiting response from Ko'ra::
OPS_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
::at OPS station on the bridge::
Ambassador_Trogdo says:
XO: I know what I obserrrve.
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
@::returns fire in the direction of the pink energy blasts, as best she can with her newly-injured shoulder::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Entering sickbay, makes her way to the CMO::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::sitting in the med-lab, pouring over what little information they have and waiting for a response from the CO... or the Ko'ra... or... something::

ACTION - The clicking and screeching over the comm. begins again. "We shall consider your request."

CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Sighs from her chair near Jervase.::  Looks like this will take a while...
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
::Wandering about still in a bit of a daze::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Asking one of the nurses where she is located, she is directed to the medical lab.::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Trogdo: And what is that? That I'm some kind of dark-sided rogue?
Ambassador_Trogdo says:
@<Cmdr. Jennifer Silver> CIV: Well, ma'am -- Captain -- the information was needed to be passed along in one fashion or another. Ah asked permission to speak directly as I wanted to pick your brains on certain subjects ...
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Pokes her head through the door.::  CMO/MO: You two look comfortable.
Ambassador_Trogdo says:
::Leans back:: XO: Eeenteresting terminology. Do you feeel you are?
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
CMO: Have you considered my offer of dinner, doctor? If you've been working like me you've not eaten since... oh... this morning.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::stops speaking as the counsellor pokes her head in::
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
@::curses as her phaser blast goes wide, changes position and fires again::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Ko'ra* Thank you, we await your response as this problem may pose some urgency, but I understand that you need to consider the best way to proceed.  Sulek out.

ACTION - The communications signal with the Ko'ra is cut abruptly. Looks like they'll have to wait more.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::shifts uncomfortably:: Trogdo: Well no. I'd like to think I can still find the good in people - myself included
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Is about to accept when she spots the familiar face of the counselor.  She was one of the few people she had met the last time she was assignment, before her...relapse.:: CNS: Hello counselor...
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*MO* Sulek to Jervase.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
::Arrives on the Bridge, the doors whooshing behind him::
SO_Ens_Latta says:
CSO: If it is all right with you sir, I'd like to take a break for something to eat. Care to join me?

ACTION - The doors to sickbay slide open as a nurse walks past, revealing Ambassador Starr'entia standing in the doorway. S/he hovers in silently and glances around.

Ambassador_Trogdo says:
XO: You haaave doubts ...
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@Silver: We would have been back in a couple hours and the information was not really relevant.  Off the record, please act more professional during a call, I don't think that Captain Sulek likes being flirted with, that’s even if he noticed.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Steps into the room and looks from one to the other.::  CMO/MO:  I get the feeling I am interrupting.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::uses the CO's call to excuse himself from the beginning conversation between the CMO and counsellor:: *CO*: Jervase here.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*MO* The Ko'ra have taken our request under consideration.  We must now wait.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Trogdo: Of course I do, it's called being human
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
::Still in a haze trying to recall all of what has just transpired::

ACTION - One of Kostandinos' blasts hits its target and the Tzani goes down. A shot is fired from some nearby cover and one of her security men drops to the ground, a hole burned in his chest.

CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
CNS: Actually we're just waiting, for the bureaucrats...  ::sighs.::
SO_Ens_Latta says:
CSO: We have three hours until our probe gets to its destination.
Ambassador_Trogdo says:
@<Cmdr. Jennifer Silver> ::Mouth quirks:: CIV: Ah wasn't flirting with Captain Sulek, ma'am. ::Eyes sparkle at her for a moment:: But ah apologize for any inconvenience on my part.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
<Nurse_McNiel> ::notices something walking... floating? ... into the room::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::stops in front of Commander Powers' quarters, taking a casual look down both ways of the corridor::
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
::Walks over to one of the vendors and stares a bit blankly at the wares he is hawking::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
SO: I will have to take a rain tick... no, sorry, 'rain check'. I will delighted to accompany you at another time, Ensign.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CMO: To do...?
Ambassador_Trogdo says:
XO: I am afraid I dooo not underzzand.

ACTION - The child like Ambassador floats past McNeil, not even acknowledging her. She heads over towards a bio-bed and glances at one of the injured Vo, the pregnant woman.

SO_Ens_Latta says:
CSO: Would you like me to bring you anything?
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::mutters something about 'Figures', and nods, unseen:: *CO*: Understood, captain. Do you have any idea how long that would take?
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
CNS: We're hoping to get access to the Ko'ra ambassador's body, we have reason to believe she was the carrier of the virus.
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
@::eyes go wide as one of the Starfleet officers behind her goes down - slaps her combadge:: *Station Infirmary*: Medical emergency in the Quirinus' airlock!
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Trogdo: Than you lack insight into humanity. All people live with some degree of conflict.
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@Silver: Good, cause if you were flirting with say anyone else, its best to bring such matters up personally, not in ear shoot of others.... ::Looks back down with a grin to her PADD and continues reading::: You can go now.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
SO: A raktajeno would be very nice, thank you.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*MO* I can do little else.  I will inform you as soon as I know anything else.  They are at least considering it which is quite a step for them.  Sulek, Out.
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
@Vendor: How much for.... that? ::Pointing to something completely unrecognizable to him::
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
@::narrows her eyes in anger - apparently their opponents weren't being nice and using stun like the Starfleet officers were - levels her phaser at another one and fires::
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::gets up and goes to the TL:: TL: Lounge
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*TO* Report.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
<Nurse_McNiel> ::raises an eyebrow, following Qui as best she can, contemplates tapping her badge for security::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CMO:  You are suggestion that one of those we rescued was a carrier?
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
@<Vendor> CEO: Ah! A fine eye for a value you have indeed.
Ambassador_Trogdo says:
XO: I will admit I am not ... toooo familiar with your species. I was hoooping to learn more about your people ...
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::closes his end of the channel, rejoining the conversation with the other two::

ACTION - The Tzani attacker ducks and Adrienne's blast hits bare bulkhead.

CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
CNS: I think so... Looks like the examination is not going to happen though... ::frowns slightly and stares into an empty viewer for a moment.::  
Ambassador_Trogdo says:
@<Cmdr. Jennifer Silver> ::Smiles:: CIV: So noted, Captain. ::Turns to leave, but then stops:: One more thing, though ...
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Trogdo: It's a long and storied history, even in my short time in the universe.
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@::Stops reading and looks up::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::clears his throat faintly:: CNS: Not entirely accurate, commander.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CMO: I was not aware they were at the base at the time the virus made its rounds.  I take it the cultural issue is the problem?
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::listens for a few moments, not hearing anything coming from either side  and focuses on the keypad taking an experimental couple of taps on the command board before realizing the lock level:: Self: Hmm...
Ambassador_Trogdo says:
XO: I have found that speeecies can be easily underzzzood by the one. One forrr many. Mannny for one. A saying amongst myyy people.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
MO: Not entirely accurate in what way?
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
@::hits her combadge to respond to the CO just before seeing her target duck, and a curse word escapes her mouth before responding to the CO:: CO: Not a good time to chat... we're taking heavy fire... the Tzani are firing on kill as well, we've already lost one man ::fires again::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*TO* Have you considered a site to site beam out then deactivating weapons in the transporter loop?
Ambassador_Trogdo says:
@<Cmdr. Jennifer Silver> CIV: Those station schematics. Ah was going over and over them and something stuck out at me. It's just a hunch, but ... ::Without even asking, takes a seat before the desk::
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
@@<Vendor> CEO: This a fine example a rakshasa bile, used in many fine recipes and for many medicinal purposes.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::laughs:: Trogdo: That about sums it up. Was there any real reason you asked me here?

ACTION - A scream can be heard from the far side of the docking port and then the sound of breaking bones...

CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
::Perks up and attempts to tap into the station's sensor grid::
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@Silver: Well then, make your self at home...what’s on your mind?
OPS_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
::monitors incoming communications::
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
@CO: Not yet, but that could work ::looks up for her next target::
Ambassador_Trogdo says:
XO: You appear to me a verrry interesting person, Meeester Pangborn. I also saw great sorrrrow in you, and weeeshed to begin ... what is it you say? Frendzzip. ::Pauses:: FRIENDzhip.
Ambassador_Trogdo says:
XO: A means of learning mooore about each othersss peoples. And perhapsss to heeelp you lessen the sorrow.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*TO* Stand by, I will see if we can get a lock.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
CNS: The Ko'ra Ambassador, who was killed in the beginning stages of the conference. It's believed he was the carrier of the pathogen that infected several, including captain Malachi.

ACTION - Ambassador Aur'ra Aelsery can be seen on the far side of the docking port. Her translucent rainbow wings are extended and she seems to carry an angelic glow. The limp body of the Tzani man is held high above her head, a single hand grasping around his broken neck.

CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
@Vendor: Rak...whatsa bile?
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::plucks off his combadge and jams the delta in to the lower edge of the keypad, applying the angle of the delta and his strength to the pad's surface, prying off the cover::
OPS_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
CO: Should we beam in any reinforcements sir?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::grin:: Trogdo: Then friendship it will be. Was there anything in particular you wanted to find out?
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
@Vendor: I think I shall pass on the bile.
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
@::stops for just a moment at the sight of the flying woman:: Self: Gods above...
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Nods.:: MO: Ahh that's right...  CNS: I'm still trying to play catch-up, things have been moving at such a fast pace...
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CMO: You and me both.  I rather missed all of the conference.
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
@<Vendor>: Perhaps your eye is not a good as I first believed. Be gone you are scaring the paying customers!
Ambassador_Trogdo says:
@<Cmdr. Jennifer Silver> CIV: The shield configuration and patterns ... they're abnormal. Not something you would see in a station set up for simple deflection. More along the lines of attempting to sustain certain subspace fields in regions where it's hard to do so ...

ACTION - Aelsery lowers herself down onto the deck plating and casually drops the dead Tzani man onto the ground next to his stunned companion. "An eye for an eye," she mutters softly.

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
OPS: Lets try to remove the fighters.  *Transporter* Lock on to those fighting in the docking port.  Beam each species to a different brig cell, first deactivating any weapons in the loop.
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Nods and looks to Jervase.:: MO: Well, that dinner idea sounds good.... I think we could all use a break....
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::enters the lounge and goes to the Replicator:: Replicator: One Raktajino and one black coffee
CJ-Tala says:
<Starr'entia> ::The small female-like Noori glances around sickbay and speaks in a whispering voice:: McNeil: I wish to speak to the listener.
Ambassador_Trogdo says:
@<Cmdr. Jennifer Silver> CIV: ... ah saw somewhat similar designs implemented for starships patrolling along the Madtion / Leopold dead zone. ::Shakes her head:: But anyway, those frequencies, there's a region nearby ... sector 05-76-ahq. Primarily in the system called "Origin." If you were trying to maintain subspace fields in that system ...
Ambassador_Trogdo says:
@<Cmdr. Jennifer Silver> CIV: ... you would use these frequencies!
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CMO/MO: Then I shall leave you gentle folks to enjoy your meal.  :: Frowns a moment, then turns around and heads out, returning to main medical.::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
<Nurse_McNiel> ::raises an eyebrow faintly, confused:: Starr'rentia: Listener, miss...?
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
@*CO*: No need sir... the problem has been... neutralized...
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
@::Moves along among the vendors listening to each as they try to sell a plethora of merchandise::
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
@Aelsery: Ummm... thanks...
Ambassador_Trogdo says:
::Smiles:: XO: Well, there eees much I would like to discuss. And when I get started in thhhe talking, it eees hard for me to stop. Perhaps soon ... over a dreeenk?
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@::Nods:: Silver: Do we know anything else about this region?  How far away is it?
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::sits and slams the Raktajino first, followed by the coffee::
CJ-Tala says:
<Starr'entia> ::S/eh nods once:: McNiel: The listener. ::S/he gives a faint smile and turns to Azhure::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::nods, to both the CMO and CNS:: CNS: Thanks for dropping by... sir...
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
@::stands and winces at the shoulder pain, and turns to make sure the Station doctors are properly tending to the downed Starfleet officer::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Trogdo: Sure, just tell me when and where. As duty permits, I'd be happy to join you
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Comes up to the stranger standing by the pregnant Vo.:: Starr'entia:  May I help you?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::stops:: *Transporter* Belay that last order.  *TO* The fighting has stopped?
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::flips the keypad over in his palm and pulls out the isolinear chip inside, switching the toggles inside before replacing the keypad and tapping in an unlock command::
Ambassador_Trogdo says:
::Nods and keeps on smiling. Stands and holds out his hand:: XO: Thank you, Meeester Pangborn. I foresee good theeengs coming of this.

ACTION - The doors slide open for Ahkileez with little resistance.

CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Sees the counselor walk off before she can get a word in.:: MO: Hmm, I meant all three of us... oh well...  ::looks to Jervase.:: where should we go?
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
@*CO: Yes sir... Ambassador Aelsery came to our aid and neutralized the last of the Tzani.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::shakes hands:: Trogdo: I will see you soon
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::closes down his console, then turns to the CMO:: CMO: We have a choice... ship food or real food. ::smirks::
Ambassador_Trogdo says:
@<Cmdr. Jennifer Silver> CIV: Approximately twelve light years distant. Approximately four days journey at average speeds. Another thing ... ah'm not completely certain ... but I think the "Origin" system is the "Holy Space" that all these guys are makin' a big ol' deal about.
CJ-Tala says:
<Starr'entia> CNS: Protect the mother, her child shall achieve greatness. ::S/he gives a slight curtsy::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*TO* Understood.  Thank the Ambassador for me.  Do you need medical?
Ambassador_Trogdo says:
XO: Fare thee well, Meeester Pangborn.
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::takes a breath and steps inside Powers' quarters::
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Almost no hesitation.:: MO: Real food...  ::Hungry smile.::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::exits:: Trogdo: Till we meet again.
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::goes back to the Replicator:: Replicator: Another black coffee and a plate of turkey bacon, scrambled eggs, and hash browns
Ambassador_Trogdo says:
::Nods as the XO leaves. Then the smile fades and is replaced by a frown:: Such sorrow in that one ...
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
Starr'entia: All children have potential for more then is ever realized.
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
@*CO*: One of the Tzani is stunned, the other is dead, as is one of the Starfleet security personnel from the station - Station medical is taking care of it.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
CMO: Starbase it is. ::offers her his arm::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::tries to shake an uneasy feeling, headed for the bridge::
CJ-Tala says:
<Starr'entia> CNS: ...and some are simply blessed with greatness. We must speak.
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
@::turns to Aelsery:: Aelsery: The Captain thanks you as well ::still not knowing quite why Aelsery got involved, but grateful for the assistance::
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::sits back down and begins to eat::
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Smiles excitedly and takes his arm with a slight giggle.::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*TO* Understood.  Return as soon as area is clear and secured.  Sulek, out.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Bows her head lightly::  Starr'entia: I am at your disposal.
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@Silver: Big surprise there.   :: Stands and paces a it:: So are they fighting over this station, or something else that might be there?
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
@::Stops at a @Vendor:: @Vendor: What is that smell.. It can't be edible, can it.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::starts for the corridor, and the nearest turbolift::

ACTION - The Noori Ambassador gives a gentle sweeping motion with her hand and heads out of sickbay. "You encountered the Executioner, is that true?"

Cmdr_Jennifer_Silver says:
@ ::Shrugs:: CIV: Beats me.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Follows::  Starr'entia: Yes... I did.
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::finishes quickly as this is just a quick break::
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
MO: It's been a while since I had real food... I guess being assigned near a starbase has its advantages?
CJ-Tala says:
<Starr'entia> CNS: ...and you know what it is?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::arrives on the bridge::
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@Silver: I'm thinking out loud, this is usually where you just nod your head. Ok, this one is for you.  The station, the blue prints, do you think its built for use of a weapon, or another reason.?
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
Starr'entia: As much as one can know it from a distance.
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::sees the obvious female influences in the quarters, recalling that Azhure and Powers were an item:: Self: If I was a dirty rotten traitor, where would I hide the evidence... ::heads for the bedroom::
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
@<Vendor> CEO: Bah! That is one of our finest items. Perhaps it is you that has no taste for the exquisite.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
CMO: I wouldn't know what to compare it to. First assignment, and all... ::steps into the turbolift:: TL: Airlock 1. ::returns his attention to the CMO:: CMO: Though if I had my choice, I'd prefer a research station.
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::goes back to the Replicator one last time:: Replicator: Two Raktajinos
Cmdr_Jennifer_Silver says:
@ CIV: Seems to me like it's a weapon of some sort.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
XO: Hello captain. Has the universe ended while I was gone?
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::waves his hand over the light sensor as he walks in to the bedroom, lifting brow at the size of the bed:: Self: Compensating..
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
@Vendor: That doesn't smell fit for a Denibian slime rat.
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::gets her order, exits the lounge, and goes to the TL:: TL: Bridge
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::sees the XO:: XO: Welcome back commander.  I understand that you were with Ambassador Trogdo....Why would the universe end while you were gone and you not know this?
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
MO: I could see that, you're a very keen researcher...  I like the excitement being posted on the frontier has....
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@Silver: Sorry, didn't mean to be rude just now.  Can you tell me anything else?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CO: Just a figure of speech. I was with Ambassador Trogdo. Apparently there is 'much darkness' in me.

ACTION - Without warning flames erupt from the third level of the station's promenade. An explosion rips through the marketplace and a huge ball of flame floods through the station's occupants. The entire docking port explodes inside the station. Pieces of bulkhead slam into the Quirinus.

The Steamrunner is rocked violently and charred pieces of the station slam into the windows of the forward lounge. The entire docking port is destroyed and in the carnage Aur'ra Aelsery can be seen laying on the floor with a piece of metal lodged in her neck.

Emergency lights go off in the promenade. Klaxon's go off on the Quirinus and in Command & Control. The station creeks and shakes.

Cmdr_Jennifer_Silver says:
@ ::Is about to respond when the explosion happens, nearly falls over the desk:: What in the blazes!
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
@::is thrown to the ground by the blast::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Catches her balance with a frown.::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::gets knocked off his feet by the impact, doors and draws in the quarters flying around, making a mess::
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
@::Flies across the promenade::
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@::Moves over to Silver:: Silver: you ok? ::Looks out to see the C&C busy::
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::Is thrown against the TL's sides, spilling two Raktajinos down her front::
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
Oh!! ::Looses her balance at the violent jolt of the ship.::

ACTION - Chief Chandra is thrown back from the explosion and flames wash over his body. The skin on his face begins to burn off as he is drowned out by the sound of twisting metal and pained screams.

CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
::Springs to action::  Aloud: The ship has gone to alert status!
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::feels the ship give a jolt:: CMO: When it rains...
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
@::Tries to stand back up:: Self: I knew that stuff was bas.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
*CMO*: I am at your service if I can be of assistance.
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
@::slaps her combadge:: *CO* Sir, the Promenade just blew up, and it took most of the airlock with it!
Cmdr_Jennifer_Silver says:
@ ::Gathers herself:: CIV: Ah've been hit worse ... once wrestled with a Jem'Hadar. ::Looks around:: Ah heard this station went through some bombin's, but sheesh ...

ACTION - Ambassador Starr'entia stumbles and s/he seems to almost "flicker" for a moment and suddenly looks concerned.

CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: grabs the panel in front of him :: CO: Scanning for survivors now, sir...
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@Silver: We'll talk later, after this all dies down.  ::Stands straight, and walks out to the C&C::  All: Report!
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::grabbing onto chair:: CTO: Scans   *Sickbay* Medical emergency aboard the station.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
CO: Under way, sir.
Cmdr_Jennifer_Silver says:
@ ::Nods and follows::
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Holds Jervase to regain her balance.  After steadying herself, blushes slightly.:: MO: well, err, so much for dinner...   *Bridge* Doctor Alexander to bridge, what just happened?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
CSO: Beam them directly to sickbay.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Reaches out an assisting hand.::  Starr'entia: Are you alright?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::grabs his chair and sits::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::shakes off the stunning effect of the fall and crack on his head:: ::pushes a drawer off his chest and finds himself covered in lady's underwear - picks up a lacy item and blinks:: Self: I should've agreed to those sessions...
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Engineering* Damage report.
CJ-Tala says:
<Starr'entia> CNS: I will be fine. Tend to your duties listener, and I shall do the same...
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@SB_OPS: Sir! There’s been an explosion, getting reports in now.
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::arrives at the Bridge, looking extremely embarrassed, and not noticing a bleeding cut on her forehead::
Cmdr_Jennifer_Silver says:
@ ::Walks over to an engineering readout, and frowns:: CIV: Ah'm going to see what engineering crews I can dredge up and get to work.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
::Scans for residuals from the explosion, any sort of reason or cause::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::steadies Alexander, then orders the lift redirected to sickbay::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: begins transporting survivors :: COMM: SB: Sickbay, this is Commander Kraight. Incoming wounded.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Nods::  Starr'entia:  When things calm... I we will meet then.
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@Silver: Keep me updated. ::Grimes::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
XO: We will discuss this darkness later, but it is not a new topic, as I am sure you will agree.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Turns around and heads back into sickbay.::
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
@*CO*: Sir, Ambassador Aelsery is seriously wounded
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::sits at Science Two and begins to assist Kraight::

ACTION - Royle's head spins as blood pours down the front of his face and onto his uniform. The dead form of a teenage Vulcan lays beside him - her neck snapped.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CO: I agree
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::sullen::
Cmdr_Jennifer_Silver says:
@ ::Nods, pulls out her goggles from her pocket and puts them on. Pulls open a Jeffries tube, hits her comm. badge, and starts calling up people to help out as she climbs downward::
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
*CNS* Acknowledged, meet us in sickbay... any idea what is going on?
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
@Self: Where am I? Oww that really hurts.
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@<SB_OPS> CIV: Its bad, 7 decks gone, I can only guess deaths in the thousands.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::turns:: CSO: You heard? Lock on to the TO and Ambassador.  *TO* Beam out underway.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
*CMO*: Something occurred on the station.  Other then that I do not know.  I am in sickbay now.
OPS_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
CO: Reports of explosions coming in from the station.
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::extricates himself from the debris, cursing his luck:: *Bridge* Ahkileez to Bridge. What just happened?

ACTION - Thick crimson blood pools on the floor of the docking port as Ambassador Aelsery bleeds freely. She does not move...

CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Acquires a medical kit.::
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
@::Looks at the Vulcan next to him and notes what an odd she her head and neck are in::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::steps out of the lift, making full tilt down the corridor for sickbay::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
CO: Cause still unknown.  This might require a hands on investigation...
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::continues beaming other survivors to both Sick Bays::
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
*CNS* We'll be there in a second.  ::The lift arrives, and Zee bolts into a run down deck four head for sickbay.::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
OPS: Any exact location known by station personnel.  CTO: Get a team in there if possible.
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
@All: Hello? Perhaps some............
Cmdr_Jennifer_Silver says:
@ ::Manoeuvres through the tubes, having memorized the station layouts weeks before::
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@SB_OPS: Get going with emergency procedures.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Aye, sir.  :: locates the TO by her comm. signal, and quickly finds the Lilithine life signs next to her... he beams both to Sickbay ::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
<Nurse_McNiel> ::already giving out orders by the handful to the medical crew::

ACTION - Medical personnel and various Starfleet staff rush around. Emergency response teams rush around the promenade and past Chandra. He continues to bleed and the world begins to spin...

CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Automatically does a quick check.:: *Bridge*:  We need a report down in medical to what is going on.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: looks over at Latta :: SO: Are you uninjured, Ensign?

ACTION - In a shimmer of blue light both Aelsery and Kostandinos-Michaels arrive in sickbay.

CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@::Moves over to com and opens a channel and hails the Q::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Engineering* Can we extend shields to seal breaches in the station bulkhead?
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::steps into sickbay, making his first action to snatch up a tricorder and medical tray, a med tech hurries to lend Jervase a hand::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Turns toward the arrivals.::
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::feels the blood from her cut hardening:: CSO: Nothing that can't wait, sir
OPS_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
CO: Checking...
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@::Watches as everyone in C&C work franticly at there station::
CJ-Tala says:
<Alexis_Summers> *CO*: Working on it Captain...but there's a lot of damage, it'll take a few minutes.
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::looks up as she arrives in Sickbay, and tracks down a nurse so she can fill him in before going back to the scene::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Starts to move toward the two and pauses, as it was the CMO's duty.::
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Enters sickbay, pushing past people rushing about, she does a quick check seeing dozens of burn victims.:: All: Alright, everyone, lets separate the critically injured from the rest and stabilize them first...  ::Grabs a tricorder and heads for the nearest victim.::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Summers* Understood.  We need to get teams in there.
Cmdr_Jennifer_Silver says:
@ ::Comes out of a hatch, and jumps down to a deck where smoke and darkness greet her. A group of three engineers are on hand:: ALL: Do you have the bipolar torches?
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::nods, already heading for Adrienne, seeing one very immobile Lilithine::
Cmdr_Jennifer_Silver says:
@<Chief Thorne> Silver: Yes, ma'am!
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::frowns at the lack of response and closes the channel, figuring he can find out later and he needs to take advantage of the convenient distraction:: ::starts turning over the drawers, looking for hidden away chips or data-cards that might prove valuable::
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
@::Puts his hand on his uniform and pulls it away looking at the blood dripping from his hand::
Cmdr_Jennifer_Silver says:
@ Thorne: Let's get to work then!
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
SO: You could be injured more seriously than you realize. Report to Sickbay and have yourself tended to, Ensign.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Moves toward Aelsery as Jervase moves toward Michaels.::
SO_Ens_Latta says:
CSO: Sir, there may be people who can't signal for help. Permission to go to the station and tag anyone without a com badge for transport
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Sees the counselor appear at her side amongst the chaos.:: CNS: Any word from the bridge yet as to what happened?  ::Stars her scan of the badly burnt man below her.::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
CSO: Progress on locating and beaming wounded?
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CMO: I am still waiting.  I am going to guess they are very busy up there.

ACTION - A voice speaks to Chandra from the distance..."I am sorry for what has happened here..."

MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::opens his tricorder, running a scan over Adrienne before he's even in arm's reach of her::
SO_Ens_Latta says:
CSO: Sir, It's a cut and there are too many worse than me. I will be fine
Cmdr_Jennifer_Silver says:
@ ::Notes where she is, goes over to a nearby door that is lodged shut, and pulls open a panel. Begins to use the emergency hand actuator::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Works on stopping the bleeding.::
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::sees Michael coming over:: MO: Shrapnel wound in the neck, and a large one at that ::gestures with her head toward Aelsery:: Take good care of her ::attempts to leave but sees that he's already pulled out the tricorder, and leans against the bio-bed with a sigh::
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
@Voice: What...who... are.....::Trailing off in a daze::
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::gesture:: CSO: See it has already clotted
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: The most badly injured are in Sickbay now, sir. Cargo Bay One is being used for triage of the less injured.
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::finishes checking the drawers and picks his way through the debris, looks inside the cabinets::
CJ-Tala says:
<Voice> CEO: A friend...
Cmdr_Jennifer_Silver says:
@ ::The door slowly moves open, and more smoke that hasn't been filtered out of the station yet by ventilation systems comes pouring out. She coughs, then presses a button on her goggles so she can see:: ALL: Put on your oxygen masks, and let's get to work! Thorne, you and She'bolt use the torches on that wreckage.   

ACTION - In his daze Chandra can feel himself pushed down onto the ground with something covering his mouth and nose. He begins to suffocate.

MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::motions to McNiel:: McNiel: Tend to the lieutenant. ::nods at her diagnosis and moves for Aelsery::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CMO: Alexander, we need to get the ambassador into surgery.  Her main artery is mash.  We will need to do a bypass.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: A Tzani ship that was closest to the docking port was completed destroyed. Casualties number at least one hundred.
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@<SB_SO>: CIV: ma'am, I’m picking up a destroyed Tzani vessel that was in port, Crew manifest say about 100 aboard.
Cmdr_Jennifer_Silver says:
@ Thorn / She'bolt: There are some important relays behind there. The station's going to need that power. Ar: Mr. Ar, with me. Got yourself an electro-plasma regulator?
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
McNiel/MO: I'm fine, she's the one who's injured
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::leaves the cabinets and continues searching the room::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
CSO: Work on any who may not have com signal.  Bio-sign, breath exhalation, anything.  Until we get the docking ring sealed, we can't go in and it will be up to those in the station.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Motions for one of the nurses to prepare one of the bio-units.::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Understood.
Cmdr_Jennifer_Silver says:
@<Ens. Ar> ::The furry officer makes a series of noises that Silver seems to understand, and follows her::
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
@::Tries with little strength he has left to fight back::
SO_Ens_Latta says:
CO: Captain, I'd be willing to go to the station and tag as many as possible
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
<Nurse_McNiel> ::nods once, giving Adrienne that all too familiar look, and starts to tending to her shoulder::
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@<SB_OPS> CIV: All other ships in port reporting minor damage.  Considering that there were 3 Starfleet and dozen of others, that part is not looking as grim.
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
CNS: Acknowledged, let's move her to ICU 1....  ::Stabilizes her current patient before handing him off to the nearest nurse.  Zee runs over to the ambassador.:: CNS: Help me move her...
SO_Ens_Latta says:
CO: It would be easier for the Commander that way.
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::sighs again, irritated::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: looks sidelong at Latta :: SO: I admire your dedication, Ensign, but I can see that you and I will need to discuss the concept of 'chain of command'.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: With the nurses quickly cleans the area they will need to work on.::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::tries not to step on a slinky piece of material that could only belong to Commander Azhure and crouches down, checking under the bed::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::notices Aelsery is more than adequately taken care of, and tends to the next burn victim::
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@SB_OPS: that’s an understatement.  Hail the Quirinus!
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Nods::  CMO:  The dome is ready.
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::looks chastened, having over stepped again:: CSO: Yes sir.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
SO: Your dedication is admirable, but until we can assure that you have air in the ring, difficult to do. I suggest you take Science 2 and scan.  Two may find more faster.  *Engineering* Progress?
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@<SB_OPS> ::Hails the Quirinus::
CJ-Tala says:
<Alexis_Summers> *CO*: Almost there sir...
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@::Walks around each station and getting reports on all stations::
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Has the ambassador moved carefully to the surgery bed and dons her surgery gear.:: CNS: Alright, let's get started.  Which artery is gashed?
OPS_LtCmdr_Telarus says:
CO: Incoming transmission.
SO_Ens_Latta says:
CO: Yes sir. ::begins to scan for life signs first::

ACTION - A flickering blue field activates inside the docking bay. Pieces of destroyed station hang motionless in the empty space...

CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: As the ambassador is settled, she sets up and attaches a bypass tubing.::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
OPS: visual, audio or text, put it on.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CMO: The major one.  I am setting a bypass to the brain.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::sees McNiel finished dealing with Adrienne's shoulder and having given her release, and motions her over:: McNiel: This one's gonna take some work... give me a hand.

ACTION - More injured are beamed in...in a shimmer of blue light Chief Chandra is beamed into sickbay. He is covered in third degree burns and his heart has stopped.

TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::practically flies out of sickbay and within moments, arrives back on the bridge, short of breath and still with some ash and shrapnel dust smudged on her face::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::idly checks over the weapons case, fiddling with the lock before deciding it's not worth it and continues checking the bedroom::
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
::Feels himself start to slip away, then suddenly::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
CTO: Start bringing wreckage aboard for analysis.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CMO: Can you rebuild it or shall I prepare a replacement?
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::finishes with one patient as the CEO beams in, and he and McNiel move over towards him... 3 med techs already prepare him for surgery::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
::Thinks about that for a moment, then shrugs, taking control of the tractor beam and cargo transporters::
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::tries a skeletal lock to transport casualties with weaker life signs::
TO_LtJG_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::stops to catch her breath for a moment:: CTO: Sir, do you want me to go back down to the scene and investigate?
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::See's more blue shimmers as more wounded arrive.::  *OPS* I need everyone with medical training helping in sickbay and the triage centres... have them sent down.  ::Sighs and focuses back on the ambassador.:: CNS: Running a scan now... ::Using her knowledge and the computer she tries to decide if they can rebuilt the artery.::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::takes one look at the CEO's readings:: Med Tech: Cortical stimulator.
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
::Starts to look into the bright light at the end of the tunnel::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
CSO: Has the ring shield stabilized?
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@SB_OPS: Send an emergency message to Starfleet....even though they will not be much use all the way out here
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
CNS: No it can't be rebuilt, prepare for replacement.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: checks the status readings from the station computer ::  CO: Station shield is at 97%, sir.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::snatches the stimulator from the technician, and slaps it on the CEO, starting at the lowest setting and fires::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
CSO: Atmosphere in the ring?
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::continues to use various forms of locks to transport wounded::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Works on stabilizing the ambassador, keeping a close eye on the vitals.::  CMO: I am going to lower the blood rate.  It is not the ideal, but we need it slowed.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*CIV* Sulek here.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: A little light on oxygen and heavy on partially burned hydrocarbons, but within Class M limits.
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
Self: Silambarasan is that you?
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CMO:  I need a tissue sample.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::increases the setting slightly, and fires again::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
SO: Now you may go.  CTO: Send in your team.

ACTION - Back on Crossroads, a damaged section of bulkhead begins to creek. Suddenly a whole section of bulkhead collapses and lands on five of the emergency staff and their victims. Instant pancakes.

CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@*CO*: Bout time, what’s your status?  As you can tell, I’m missing bit of station right now.
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
Silambarasan: Follow you into the light?
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::Nods and using the appropriate probe, takes a sample and hands it to the counselor.:: CNS: There it is.
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::overturns a drawer that obviously fell out of the nightstand and finds a data-PADD curiously out of place:: ::thumbs it on and goes over the personal entries, frowning:: Self: This could be it. ::heads for the door to the quarters before he tests his luck any further::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*CIV:* Sorry, for the delay.  Bringing wounded onto ship.  Took some minor hits from the blast.  Am sending teams into the ring now.
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::smiles:: CSO: Commander, the skeletal lock I tried seemed to work fairly well ::goes to the TL::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::ups the setting further, and fires yet again::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
SO: Very good, Ensign. Be careful down there.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*CIV* We will start in the ring and work our way to ground zero.  How are your teams doing?
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@*CO*: I'll take all the help we can get.  7 decks gone...what the hell happened down there
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::stops in his tracks near the door, spying an unusual ornament on a far shelf::
CEO_Ens_Chandra says:
::Looks down and sees the CMO working feverishly on someone:: Self: Who is that, can that be....ME!
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
::Signals a security team to beam over to the station and augment station security::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CMO: Blood pressure lowering.  I will be right back.  :: Takes the sample and heads swiftly to the medical lab.::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*CIV* Unknown.  Commander Powers is working on sending in his teams and analyzing the wreckage out here.
CMO_Ens_Alexander says:
::As the CNS replicates the artery Zee bangs the comm. again.:: *Bridge* Bridge, can you confirm my request!  ::Watches the ambassadors vitals closely.::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Dodges one person and another as she slips into the lab, where some patients have overflowed into::
SO_Ens_Latta says:
::turns back briefly:: CSO: I will, sir. ::enters TL:: TL: Cargo Bays

ACTION - Royles' heart begins to pump slowly. In the back of his mind he remembers that whispering voice, "Blood and sacrifice, pain and death. Only through heart-ache can ones true spirit be revealed. I am sorry for what must be done...sleep in peace, my child."

CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@*CO*: Teams are going slow, a lot of damage to get through.  Thanks for the help.  Matisse out... ::Moves back to OPS station and watches on::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::narrows his eyes as he recognizes the design on the ornament, files the surprised recognition away and slips out of the quarters, fixing the keypad quickly before jetting away from Powers/Azhure's quarters with his prizes::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: At the tissue replicator, begins to program the computer for what she needs, inserting the tissue sample for a match.::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::watches a med tech pump a sedative into the CEO's system:: McNiel/Techs: Prepare him for graft surgery. We'll regenerate what we can and patch the rest up the old fashion way.

ACTION - Chaos and pain have revisited Crossroads Station once more. Thousands have been killed or injured...and as medical teams rush to treat Ambassador Aelsery and the others injured in the explosion, Latta, members of security are sent in search of answers...

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