Star Trek: A Call To Duty
U.S.S. Quirinus NCC-83942 - SD 10610.23
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
Erin Cody-Allen 	as 	Lieutenant Adrienne Kostandinos-Michaels – TO
Christopher Dickinson 	as 	Commander Billy Bob Powers Jr. – CTO
James Homuth 	as 	Lieutenant JG Michael Jervase – MO
Bryce Miller	 	as 	Lieutenant JG Royle Chandra – CEO
Eric Woo		as	Captain Kelhyn Tannis - CIV
                        
                        …with…

Christopher Gibson	as	Captain Kaimana Xia
James Homuth		as	Ens. Selara - MO, Nurse McNiel

                        …with…

Christopher Gibson      	as 	SM

Summary - The U.S.S. Quirinus has recently been attacked by space pirates. Posing as refugees on the S.S. Majesty, twenty pirates beamed into sickbay and took the staff hostage.  Due to the quick actions of the crew the pirates were contained and their attempt to steal key medical supplies was halted. The pirate Captain, in a moment of desperation has attempted to take her own life and now lays unconscious under the care of the ship's medical staff.  At the same time the rest of the crew attempt to recover the S.S. Majesty and prepare for their upcoming departure from Crossroads Station. Aboard the station is one Captain Tannis - a Zaldan officer from Starfleet Command, and the Quirinus' newest crew member.

=/\==/\=BEGIN U.S.S. Quirinus Mission - "The Chess Game - Bringing In A Knight"=/\==/\=
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Entering Sickbay with his officers ::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::On the bridge, drinking a Cherry Limeade and reading reports::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Rolls over in bed, yawning.::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::on bridge:: *Powers*: Transfer the prisoners to station security at earliest convenience.
MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
::checks on his unconscious patient, then glances up as Powers and company enter:: CTO: Commander...

ACTION - Communications wiz around the station, and one of the communications officers on the station routes a transmission to the U.S.S. Quirinus - Priority One. Captain's Eyes Only.

CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: at Science One, as always... running yet another check of long-range sensors ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Sits up in bed, leaning on her elbows, she glances over at the chronometer.::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
*CO*: Station security, sir?  Don't I at least get some time to beat answers out of one of them?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: We've got a 'for your eyes only' communiqué
CMO_Ltjg_Alexander says:
::Pulls the knife out of her desk with a firm yank and looks at the blade.::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Powers*: We are scheduled to leave soon.
MO_Ens_Selara says:
::still trying to get that scared lifeless look out of her eyes, she makes her way back to the CMO's office::
CEO_LtJg_Chandra says:
::Running around in engineering doing his usual routine::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: Send to my ready room. ::rises and crosses to the door:: You have the Con.
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
@::in the gym, standing with his arms held out to his side, parallel to the ground, holding weights, his eyes closed, controlling his breathing, almost in a trance, as he tries to complete this endurance test... the gym is busy, as usual... always busy, always too many people::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Reaches over to activate the comm.:: *CMO*: Zee, are you available?

ACTION - A communication is routed to Captain Tannis on the station - he is to board the Quirinus as soon as possible and prepare for departure.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::routes the transmission to the ready room:: Sulek: It's waiting for you
MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
::steps away from his patient, and goes to approach the CTO::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: bah.  Leveling his weapon at one particularly scared looking pirate, he stares him down ::  Pirate: Why are you here?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*CEO*: Are we ready for departure lieutenant?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::enters ready room, sits behind the desk and presses the commutations screen:: Computer: Recognize Sulek, Captain.  Secure line and present message.
CMO_Ltjg_Alexander says:
*CNS*: Yes!  ::Quickly blurts it out, wanting to get away from sickbay.  She fiddles with the control panel on her wrist, having replaced since the attack.::
Host CJ-Tala says:
<Pirate> CTO: What do you think, Starfleet? You hoard resources...and we take them at our leisure...
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
Pirate: You do realize that the Federation is usually a little more lenient when it comes to medical supplies?  Did you try asking?
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
@::his eyes open suddenly in response to the chirp of his communicator, and the sudden flash of light destabilizes him for a moment... he drops his weights as he responds to the computer, snarling an acknowledgement...::

ACTION - The transmission opens and Captain Sulek sees the image of a ready room similar to his own, and a Kriosian Captain looking back at him. The woman's hair is dark and braided on both sides. She nods politely...

MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
::clears his throat:: CTO: Commander, can we please not be borderline shooting people? We just got the place cleaned up, after all.
Host Captain_Xia says:
COM: CO: Greetings Captain Sulek...
CEO_LtJg_Chandra says:
*XO*: Sir we are ready down here. Minor fluctuations, but all within normal parameters.
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
@::grabbing his towel, he quickly heads for the change room, strips off his clothing and runs into the sonic shower for a quick clean::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CSO: Everything in order commander?
MO_Ens_Selara says:
::pauses in the office doorway, and clears her throat:: CMO: Doctor Alexander...
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
*CMO*: I would like to have an in depth physical done.  I am wondering if my entire ordeal was all in my mind.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*CEO*: Good. I expect our departure is imminent
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COM: Xia: How may I assist you, Captain?
Host Captain_Xia says:
<Pirate> CTO: It's not as if we're just going to get it for free...plus this is war territory - anything is up for grabs!
CEO_LtJg_Chandra says:
*XO*: Very well sir.
CMO_Ltjg_Alexander says:
::Grabs her med kit and starts sneaking out to the rear door of sickbay, but as she turns the corner finds Selera in her path.::  MO: A doctor... I’m just heading out for a house call!
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
Pirate: I'm sorry you think that.  And that's why you're now staring at the business end of my phaser rifle...
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
XO: Yes, sir. All science stations report 100% readiness.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::stands:: CSO: Good, all is in readiness, we just need to get rid of our guests.
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
@::he heads back to his locker, and quickly slaps on his uniform, stuffing everything else away into his duffle and heads out, making his way for the docking port...::
MO_Ens_Selara says:
::shakes her head, eyeing the woman:: CMO: We should get you looked over first, doctor. Just in case.
Host Captain_Xia says:
COM: CO: Captain, due to the recent developments with the war, I have been asked to coordinate patrols between Amenti Sector and the Arcadia Jump Point. I am assigning Captain Kehlyn Tannis to the Quirinus as a Special Operations officer, to oversee patrol coordinations from the Quirinus...
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Climbs out of bed, to get dressed, but first a quick shower.::
Host Captain_Xia says:
<Pirate> CTO: I hate to disappoint you, Commander - but that isn't an unfamiliar sight...
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COM: Xia: I understand.
MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
::sighs, shaking his head:: CTO: Commander. He's still my patient. I'd appreciate it if you didn't threaten to blow his head off.
CMO_Ltjg_Alexander says:
::Sighs.:: MO: Alright... make it quick please.  ::reaches for her communicator.:: *CNS* Commander, I'll be there shortly, appears my staff won't let me leave with out a quick physical myself...
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::mildly irritated:: *CTO*: Report, did we get all of the space scum off the ship?

ACTION - Xia taps a few commands on her computer and map is downloaded to Sulek's console.

CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Stops before stepping into the shower::¨*CMO*: Physical?  Are you alright?
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
MO: Don't worry, Doc, I'll wipe up when I'm done.  Pirates: Come on, we're going for a walk.  :: Begins to line them up so the other officers can cuff them ::
Host Captain_Xia says:
COM: CO: I am moving the Quirinus to a region known as the Kethiers Belt temporarily. The region hasn't experienced any Synod activities - but we'd prefer to keep the region secure in the event that there are any breaks in our barricade...
MO_Ens_Selara says:
::smiles, unfolding her tricorder:: CMO: Trust me, I won't keep you here any longer than I have to. ::begins running a scan::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COM: Xia:  Map received.  Captain Tannis will no doubt have the exact routes of all patrols, but for us, those will be on a need-to-know basis.  Am I correct?
CMO_Ltjg_Alexander says:
*CNS*: One of the pirates switched off my containment field...  I think I'll be fine, really...
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
@::as he steps through and into the docking port, he accidentally runs into an engineer, carrying much more than he is capable of...:: Engineer: You fool! Do not overburden yourself next time, you are a hazard to yourself and your crew. Now go!
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
*CMO*: Pirates?  Switched off?  ::Shakes her head::  You will need to fill me in when you get here.  Azhure out.  ::On that, she steps into the shower.::
MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
::his gaze cools a little:: CTO: Fine, but she's still under observation. And unconscious. ::gestures at the captain of this little band::
Host Captain_Xia says:
COM: CO: Correct Captain. It is unfortunate, but we have to restrict a great deal of outgoing information during these times. We do not yet know the limitations of the Synod's subspace communications network...
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COM: Xia: The Synod do not seem to wish to stray too far from their space.  Is there something in intelligence I should be made aware of?
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
MO: Orders are to transfer the lot to the station.  Prep her for moving...
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Is quickly in and out and just as quickly dressed.::
MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
CTO: When I'm sure she won't be successful in killing herself, commander, and not before.
Host Captain_Xia says:
::She gives a faint smile and shakes her head slightly:: COM: CO: Just keeping tabs on all possibilities, Captain. You'll find I'm rather diligent and like to prepare for all possible scenarios.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
::Braiding her hair, she leaves the bedroom for the small kitchen area to make some tea::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COM Xia: I understand.  We await transfer orders and official clearance through regular channels.  It will, for the Synod's sake, appear as normal traffic.
CMO_Ltjg_Alexander says:
::Grows a little nervous as Selera moves the scanner over her and pauses to interpret the readings.:: MO: Everything alright?
Host Captain_Xia says:
COM: CO: Excellent, Captain Sulek. Good luck on the patrol...and with any luck you won't see too much action this time out.
MO_Ens_Selara says:
::finishes her scan after a few minutes, and gives a slight nod:: CMO: Well, nothing looks wrong so far... but I'm sure doctor Jervase is going to want a follow-up. I'm sure you know why. ::winks::
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
::stepping through, and signing in with the computer at the entrance to the ship... breaths in the rancid air of the Quirinus. He stops a crewman walking past him...:: Crewman: Crewman! Take this bag to my quarters immediately. ::without a second thought or word, he heads down the very familiar corridor, having familiarized himself with the ship schematics... and heads for the turbolift::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: As the tea finishes, she sets it up and on a tray, takes it to the living area, setting it down.::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COM: Xia: Thank you Captain Xia.  Sulek, out.

ACTION - The visage of Captain Kaimana Xia is replaced by the Starfleet Command emblem as the transmission comes to a close.

CEO_LtJg_Chandra says:
::Running a test program to try and improve performance of the impulse drive::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Computer: Close secure channel and encrypt all record of transmission.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: The rest of his officers finish up cuffing the rest of the pirates and begin to lead them out the hallway, all of them secured together in a line::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Taking a seat, she leans back against the couch and closes her eyes, letting her mind just wander as she waits for Zee::
CMO_Ltjg_Alexander says:
MO: Yes, I’m sure... well if he or anyone asks i'm just making a house call to the counselor's.  ::Nods in thanks and steps out the back door walking briskly down the corridor with her white coat and medkit trailing behind her.::
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
::stepping into the turbolift...:: Turbolift: Bridge.
MO_Ens_Selara says:
::watches her go, folding the unit shut and returning to the sickbay proper::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::more than mildly irritated:: *CTO*: Report, did we get all of the space scum off the ship?
Host Computer says:
CO: Transmission secure.
TO_Lt_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::on the bridge, drumming her fingers now that the pirates have been contained and, for the moment, there is not much to do::
CEO_LtJg_Chandra says:
::Decides to institute the new protocols for the impulse drive::
MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
::goes back to his patient, and notes her readings have grown considerably more stable, giving a slight nod::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
*XO*: Sorry for the delay... most of them are on their way out.  The Medic is being insistent about holding a personal watch over the leader.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::standing he crosses to the ready room doors and enters the bridge:: Pangborn: We will be joined soon by a new member.  Civ. Captain Tannis.  Official orders and departure should arrive soon.  See to assigning of quarters.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*CTO*: Good, prepare for departure ASAP
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Aye captain.
CMO_Ltjg_Alexander says:
::Fortunately Azhure's quarters aren't far from sickbay, and Zee soon finds herself at the front doors.  Clasping her case in front of her she reaches one hand up to chime the bell.::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
TO: Everything okay? You seem a little impatient
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::transfers patrol route map to helm::
MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
::preps a hypospray, and injects the one remaining pirate with a stabilizing agent::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: A memory starts to 'settle' when she hears the chime.  Her eyes open and she turns to look at the door.:: CMO: Enter.
TO_Lt_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
XO: Just waiting for things to get started again... ::grins:: you know me and impatience, every time things slow down like this, even for a few moments, I get edgy.

ACTION - A transmission comes in from the Docking Manager of Arcadia, informing the Quirinus that she is clear to depart in 5 minutes.

CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
XO, TO: The discharge of excess nervous energy is common amongst Humans. Happily, the Lieutenant's means of discharge are largely harmless.
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
::he steps out of the turbolift and onto the bridge... takes a quick look around, and, upon recognition of the captain, walks up to him:: CO: Kelhyn Tannis, reporting as ordered, sir! ::he hands over a padd detailing his transfer::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
TO: Oh...and remind me not to rescue everyone who crosses our path...after our last little adventure
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
MO: You're taking personal responsibility for that one.  :: points to the female on the biobed ::  I'll leave a security officer, but the orders were to have them transferred to the station.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CSO: I see you've leaned quite a bit about us during your tenure here commander ::smiles::
CMO_Ltjg_Alexander says:
::Enters and steps just inside.  The doors close behind her and she stands at the entrance.:: CNS: You called dear?
MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
::glances back towards Powers, and nods:: CTO: And now, she's stable enough to be transported.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: grins back ::  XO: A Starfleet officer must constantly learn, or risk failure in his duties.
TO_Lt_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
CSO: Good, glad to know I'm "largely harmless"...  ::looks at him oddly for a moment before turning to the Commander:: XO: Just give me something to point and shoot at, and I'll be good again.
Host Captain_Xia says:
<Duty Ops> ::She transmits the orders from the docking manager to the Helm::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
MO: You sure?  Probably could still kill herself, you know.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Slowly her eyes close and then refocus.  Concern touches her eyes as she waves Zee to the couch:: CMO: What happened?
MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
CTO: Yes. But now, she's your problem. ::smirks::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::wry grin:: TO: Somehow, with the Synod out there, I believe you will get your wish
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Helm: Lay in course on map for the Kethiers Belt.  We will be using Arcadia jump point.  ::turns and sees Tannis:: Tannis: Welcome aboard. We are cleared for departure in five minutes.  If you give your station quarters information to OPS, we will have your gear transported here.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: So is there anything else you can tell us?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: sobers :: XO, TO: It does seem inevitable...
CEO_LtJg_Chandra says:
::Runs a drill for the engineering staff to test their skill in the in case of warp core breach depart::
CMO_Ltjg_Alexander says:
::Sighs and walks quickly to the couch, letting her case rest on the table before settling herself on the cushions.:: CMO: Well the captain beamed over some casualties from a private vessel, turned out they weren't wounded at all, but pirates looking for supplies...
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::extends hand:: CIV: Welcome aboard captain. You'll find your quarters on deck two.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::takes the pad and reads the order:: Pangborn: Captain Tannis is patrol coordinator for out new route.  Tannis: XO Commander Ben Pangborn.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
*TO*: Lieutenant.  The unconscious leader of the pirates is on biobed four.  Please see that she is transported to Arcadia's control.

ACTION - The drill runs through Engineering without effecting the rest of the ship. One of the technicians slips and in her rush falls and an echoing snap can be heard as her wrist snaps.

CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: extends a blue-grey hand ::  CIV: Welcome aboard, sir. I am Kraight, CSO and Second Officer.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Hands her a cup of tea:: CMO: What were they after and what does that have to deal with you playing host at the moment?
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
CO: I will do so. I expect you have been briefed by Starfleet Command regarding my purpose and function aboard USS Quirinus. XO: Commander. CO: Furthermore, I expect that you have been briefed on all security considerations regarding said purpose and function. Sir.
CEO_LtJg_Chandra says:
:Orders the injured crewman to sickbay for treatment::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::bristles at the formality, stands a little straighter::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
OPS: Transfer Captain Tannis's gear and tell Arcadia we are ready to make way.  Tannis: I have indeed been told.  I rely on your guidance in our new assignment.
CMO_Ltjg_Alexander says:
CNS: Well I was relieved when you called...  I just wanted to get out of sickbay.  ::Takes the tea with a nod and after a quick sip opens her case and begins fiddling with the contents.::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CMO: That still does not answer my question, though I understand the emotion.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Helm: Sever station lock and takes out. One quarter impulse to jump point.
TO_Lt_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
CTO: Aye, sir ::initiates the beam out to Arcadia's brig::

ACTION - The temporary Helm officer responds and begins coordinating with Operations as they detach from the station. A signal is sent to Engineering to switch over from Station power.

CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
CO: Of course you do. For the time being, I will be keeping an office in my quarters until I have had an opportunity to speak with the Operations officer regarding the assignment of a formal office, the details of which are outlined... here. ::he hands him a second padd::

ACTION - The unconscious Pirate Captain is beamed away in a shimmer of blue light. Both Jervase and Powers have one less problem on their hands.

MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
::steps away from the now discharged patient, and moves to meet Selara halfway, exchanging words with her about Alexander's little mishap::
CMO_Ltjg_Alexander says:
::Pauses for a moment.:: CMS: Well... as one of the pirates took a liking to some of my equipment...  ::Wasn't sure how much the CNS new about her medical condition and grows more anxious.::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*All Hands*: We will be under way shortly. Make ready.  Tannis:  We will see to your needs.  ::takes the PADD:: Will give you a chance to get unpacked.  We should be at jump point shortly.  The belt is ten minutes from there.
CEO_LtJg_Chandra says:
Engineering Staff: Well that went well. Why don't we try that again, without the injuries. ::Runs another drill::

ACTION - The U.S.S. Quirinus pulls away from the station and begins moving away at minimal speed.

CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
::Shakes her head gently with encouragement:: CMO: And?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: maintains a constant watch on the near-endless parade of sensor readouts that parade across his monitors ::
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
::he gives the captain a nod:: CO: It's not expected that Quirinus will encounter any difficulties prior to our arrival at Arcadia. As such, I will see to my quarters. Captain. XO: Commander.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::nods::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: with the pirates taken care of, Bill leaves Sickbay and heads towards the Bridge ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::reads the padd and then presses the delete and scramble on the orders. hands it back to Tannis::

ACTION - The Quirinus glides peacefully through space and away from Arcadia Station. Reports from the front lines begin to come in, detailing skirmishes between Federation and Synod forces.

CMO_Ltjg_Alexander says:
::Continues fiddling with her tricorder.::  CNS: Well one of them switched off my containment field for a few moments...
MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
::sees a nurse go to treat the newly arrived engineer, and continues his conversation with Selara::
TO_Lt_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::drumming her fingers again::
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
::gives the captain a nod and turns towards the turbolift, stepping in... heading for his quarters::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::turns to the screen:: Helm: Steady as she goes.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
::Mentally sends a sense of calm.  Quietly:: CMO: And parasites were released.  What is your prognosis?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
TO: Keep an eye on LRS. Listen to any of the subspace chatter that sounds relevant.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Helm: ETA to jump point?
Host Captain_Xia says:
<Helm> CO: Four minutes at currently course and speed, sir.
TO_Lt_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
XO: Actually, a report just came in saying the Gatineau is being pulled from the front - it took some pretty serious damage
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::sits quietly as he once again feels the comfort of his ship.  he listens and watches as the crew goes about their duties::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::frowns:: TO: Not good. We'll have to be a little more than on guard. Careful what you wish for....
CMO_Ltjg_Alexander says:
CNS: Selera did a full scan... it looks like the field wasn't down long enough for the parasites to spread...  ::Removes the scanning unit from the tricorder and sits back feeling less wired.::
TO_Lt_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
XO: I know, I know....
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: The turbolift opens to the Bridge, and Bill steps out ::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CSO: Anything interesting out there yet?

ACTION - The Quirinus picks up speed as they approach the jump point. Long range sensors begin to track Starfleet ship movement in and around the jump point.

MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
::goes to update a few medical files, and sees notice of a new assigned crewmember, raises an eyebrow:: Self: Another captain. Figures.
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
::stepping into his quarters, he notes that his bag has been left inside as expected... as is the rest of his equipment... locked up with various security seals, he'll attend to these after... checking on his bed and the rest of his facilities, he steps out of his quarters and sets a security seal on the doors... heads back to the turbolift::
TO_Lt_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::raises her eyebrows:: XO: Wow...  she was outnumbered 12-1... no wonder she wasn't damaged, I'm surprised she wasn't lost completely.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Nods and lets the subject go as she takes a sip of tea.::  CMO: I need to know... was it all in my head.  Some of the memories are coming back... but are still vague.  They seem real and not from my mind.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
OPS: Notify Arcadia that we are approaching jump and to initiate on our arrival with clearance.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
TO: We still have her beat. It was twenty to one with us, as I'm Sure you recall
MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
::sighs, and issues one of the ship's auto generated physical notifications::
TO_Lt_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
XO: Oh, I'm not forgetting that one anytime soon, neither is the scar on my scalp from my lovely concussion
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*All Hands*: Prepare for spatial jump.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
XO: Very little, sir. The Kethiers Belt consist of the remnants left over from the formation of a nearby star system. Various gases, and the occasional iron-nickel or iron-silicon asteroid. Most unremarkable.
CMO_Ltjg_Alexander says:
CNS: I see.. well we did detect the area of the brain containing memories had increased... so those memories are there, i think your mind slowly is churning to reincorporate those memories...

ACTION - The Operations Manager confirms and the U.S.S. Quirinus glides into the jump point without any hassle. The ships deck plating rattles for a moment as they shift into the transdimensional conduit and the lighting from the viewscreen casts the bridge in a blue light.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CSO: Lets hope it stays as boring as that
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CMO: But did I go through just a mental torture or was there more?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
XO: The Human expression, is, I believe, 'Amen'.
MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
::finishes his updating, then wanders into Alexander's office to pick up another of his projects::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::laughs::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::watches as the conduit opens.  He is always fascinated by the jump technology::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: grins ::
CMO_Ltjg_Alexander says:
CNS: Well, what pieces or images have you been recalling?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CSO: This jump should be fun
MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
::seats himself behind the desk, and calls up the work he's been doing on the virus, picking up with the reviewing of the scans he'd taken from Arcadia::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CMO: Memories and images of Hais... especially where the captain found me, brutally beaten and in the midst of a raging forest fire.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
XO: It is a fascinating technology, to be sure.
MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
::keys in an access request to the linguistic database on deck 7, and starts to submit the more detailed scan as a search query to the database itself::

ACTION - The journey through the jump point is rather uneventful. As the Quirinus approaches the event horizon on the other side, the helm officer declares, "Hold on!"

CMO_Ltjg_Alexander says:
CNS: Do you have any idea yet of why you were beaten?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::feels the ship shift into a hyper speed and then ....::*All Hands* Event horizon.  Secure.
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
::he steps out onto the bridge, and walking around, watches the viewscreen, before his head turns sharply towards the helms officer::
MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
::instinctively grabs hold of the desk for support at the captain's message::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::sits::
CEO_LtJg_Chandra says:
::Readies himself::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CMO: They wanted something... ::Shakes head:: but I have no idea what... yet.  ::Leans forward intently::  And there is something I need to tell the captain.  But I do not know what.

ACTION - The U.S.S. Quirinus tears through the far side of the Jump Point and decelerates suddenly. Medics stumble in sickbay. Objects in Azhure's quarters fall off the wall as the ship slows...

CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: steadies himself against the Science console ::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::holds on as the ship slows::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn:  The exit is a bit rougher than the entry.

ACTION - Commander Powers and Lieutenant Kostandinos-Michaels stumble into each other near Tactical and become uncomfortably close.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Apparently so
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Turns to look around the room and back at Zee, lifting a brow sardonically:: CMO: If I did not know better, I would think someone is telling me something.
CMO_Ltjg_Alexander says:
::Feels some goosebumps as Azhure sits forward and warns of a message for the captain.::  CNS: Perhaps I can help trigger your memory...
MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
::braces himself as the ship suddenly slows, then, when all appears stable, he casts a look into sickbay proper, seeing things are calming, and begins to run the interpreting sequence::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Helm: Lay in course and accelerate to warp 5.  ::feels the dampeners at long last kick in::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CMO: Nature needs to have a chance first.  :: Stands to put the room back to rights.::  But I would like to know how much is physical and how much is mental.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Stands up from the pile ::  TO: .... Lieutenant.
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
::frowning, as he places a hand against one of the sidebars, stabilizing himself...::

ACTION - The U.S.S. Quirinus lays in a course for the nearby astral belt. Long range sensors detect the S.S. Cerberus in range of the belt doing a cargo run to the front-lines.

CMO_Ltjg_Alexander says:
CNS: I could run another scan for any physical signs of trauma
TO_Lt_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::brushes him off:: CTO: Sir ::stiffly::
TO_Lt_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::goes back to her console very quickly to hide the red face::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::notes that Tannis has stood his ground through all this:: Tannis: I take it you are an old hand at jumps.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Finished, returns to the couch:: CMO: You will have to look deeper then standard.
MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
::sets the computer to notify him when the search is completed, and closes down the console, getting up and heading through sickbay for the outer corridor::
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
CO: No, sir. What is our status, sir?
MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
::considers checking on Azhure, but decides he'd be better served on the bridge, particularly if she's off duty, so steps in a lift and orders it there::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Scans?
TO_Lt_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
XO: No enemies in the belt that we can see on sensors, anyways
CMO_Ltjg_Alexander says:
::Processing different ideas for a moment.:: CMO: Perhaps if we used the higher resolution scanners in sickbay, and I realigned them for a deep cellular scan...
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Tannis: You stood the exit like someone who has done this.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Long-range sensors indicate nothing unexpected. Gas, dust, and rock.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CSO: Anything unusual about the composition of the belt?
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Nods:: CMO: Do you have time?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Tactical: Ships in the area?
MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
::steps out of the lift, and onto the bridge, making his way for the command center::

ACTION - As the Quirinus travels en route to the nearby belt, they pass within range of a communications buoy. A report from one "Doctor Dovan Kerr" is picked up being broadcast through the Federation News Service. The report outlines the current status of "The Crossroads."

CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
XO: Negative, sir. 
TO_Lt_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
CO: Nothing.
CEO_LtJg_Chandra says:
::Takes a PADD containing a message from one of his engineering officers and sets it on his desk momentarily while he runs another drill::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::relaxes his grip a bit::
CMO_Ltjg_Alexander says:
::Glances out the window.:: CNS: As long as the war doesn't reach us...
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
CO: Zaldans are not fragile like most humanoid species. We have superior control of our bodies and of our balance. Are we approaching Arcadia Station?
MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
::nods to the CO, XO and new captain, pulling up a seat at a secondary console::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Tannis: Area appears clear except for a cargo ship that helped us on our last mission.  ETA to the belt is 2 minutes.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Stands to take the tray back to the kitchenette:: CMO: Then I suggest we go now for war is not far ahead of us.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::gets up and walks over to Jervase:: MO: I'm sorry you had to bear the brunt of our last little adventure
CMO_Ltjg_Alexander says:
::Packs up her case, and sealing it, stands.::  CNS: Alright, let's go.
MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
::raises an eyebrow, then shrugs:: XO: Don't be, commander. Closest thing I had to putting the tactical courses to use since the academy.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Jervase: I trust you have recovered from our attack and all sickbay personnel are well.
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
CO: Excellent... ::as if somewhat hesitant... but he knows it must be done...:: ... Thank you, sir.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Leaving her quarters, the pair make their way to sickbay.::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
MO: I just wanted you to know that your effort were not in vain. The pirates will be dealt with harshly I'm sure.

ACTION - Doctor Karr's report outlines the failures of Captain Sulek and the crew of the U.S.S. Quirinus - labeling the mission to the Xherivhan as a "disgrace to the good name of the United Federation of Planets" and "a black mark on Captain Sulek's already spotty career."

MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
::glances towards Sulek:: CO: Everything's been straightened out, yes sir. ::considers mentioning Alexander's encounter with a lack of a containment field, but... doesn't::
CMO_Ltjg_Alexander says:
CNS: Alright, take the bed their under the main sensor pallet...  ::Walks the counselor over.::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
TO: Shut off that damn noise from the buoy please.
TO_Lt_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::tapping on her console:: XO: Way ahead of you, sir

ACTION - The transmission is cut to the Quirinus, and moments later the ship drops out of high warp as it approaches the edge of the gas nebula of the belt...

Nurse_McNiel says:
::catches up to the doctor and nods:: CMO: Doctor Jervase asked me to let you know he's on the bridge if needed.
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
::he walks over to one of the side displays and brings up the map of the region that had been downloaded into the ship's computer... an unnecessary gesture, as he's already committed the region to memory, but for a quick review...::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Moving to the bed, takes a seat and swings her legs around to lie down.::
CEO_LtJg_Chandra says:
::Ends the drill and sits at his desk not quite satisfied about his teams performance::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: Well there is nothing like unbiased news and I believe that that was nothing like unbiased news.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Tannis: Awaiting direct course and patrol speed.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::hesitates, and moves back to the command center:: Sulek: And they wonder why we don't like reporters on our ship. Where is that slug they assigned to us anyways?
CMO_Ltjg_Alexander says:
Nurse: Thank you nurse.  ::Nods to him, then she moves over to the main control panel and starts tapping.  Glancing up over the audible whirrs as the computer works to her recalibrations.::  CNS: Alright I've reconfigured the scanners for a much higher resolution scan than normal.
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
::he turns to the XO quickly:: XO: You have a reporter on board?
MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
::decides, while waiting for something to do, to tap into the FNS data stream... kill an hour or so catching up::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: Where he is most of the time.  Nero's.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::sighs:: CIV: Unfortunately
CMO_Ltjg_Alexander says:
CNS: This may tingle slightly....  ::Hits the red button.::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Takes a deep breath and relaxes.::
CEO_LtJg_Chandra says:
::Opens the PADD to read the message from Starfleet and realizing after reading it that his life would soon change::
CIV_Capt_Tannis says:
XO: I was not informed of this... I will need to see a record of his activities aboard this vessel as well as his access privileges, commander.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CIV: I'd be more than happy to confine him to quarters if need be
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CIV: He has almost no computer clearance. I think he can play Chess on it is about all

ACTION - The sensors run over Commander Azhure. A holographic representation of her is depicted hovering over her. The scans detect signs of healed breaks, scar tissue and extensive damage to her internal system - all of which seem to have healed over a great deal of time. Something definitely doesn't add up here...

ACTION - The U.S.S. Quirinus glides safely into the belt as their routine military patrol begins. Here begin the days of just another pointless war...

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