Star Trek: A Call To Duty
U.S.S. Quirinus NCC-83942 - SD 10612.11

Starring:

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

…and…

Jeffrey Brown		as	Commander Kraight – CSO
Christopher Dickinson 	as 	Commander Billy Bob Powers Jr. – CTO
James Homuth 	as 	Lieutenant JG Michael Jervase – MO

                        …with…

Christopher Dickinson	as	Richard - OPS, Smothers - FCO, Kranas, Miran
James Homuth	as	Ens. Selara - MO

                        …with…

Christopher Dickinson 	as 	Guest SM

MISSION PROLOGUE: While transporting prisoners to Arcadia, the Quirinus has been joined by two Amenti cruisers, who have taken flanking positions - and demanded the turnover of the Synod prisoners.  So far the Quirinus has refused, but what will the Amenti do?

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XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::On the bridge::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: monitoring the Amenti vessel for any signs of a pending attack ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::on Bridge:: OPS: Reopen the channel to the Amenti Vessel.
Host OPS_Richard says:
CO: Aye, Captain.  Channel open.
Host CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Having left Captain Tannis, Bill enters Sickbay, and glances around ::
MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
::is sitting in the CMO's office, not having seen Powers yet as he goes through reports::
Host CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Spots his prey, and walks along the clear divider to the doorway ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COM: Amenti vessel: We regret that our conversation to this point has seemed aggressive in any way.  It is a matter of honor ::stressing honor:: that we follow the commands we are given.  It is as warriors we often meet on the battlefield, but allies should not interrupt the code.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::motions for channel to be cut::
Host Miran says:
@COM: Quirinus: It is a matter of pride that... :: is cut off ::
MO_Ens_Selara says:
::steps up next to Powers:: CTO: Can I help you, commander?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::steamed, wants to open fire on the Amenti for no reason::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Helm: Standby for full power warp jump...  *Engineering* Stand by to shift power to warp drive.
Host CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Looks at the medic ::  MO: I wished to speak to Miss Alexander or Mister Jervase.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::wants to be sure that the Amenti are not anticipating:: COM: Miran: You were cut off...
MO_Ens_Selara says:
::raises an eyebrow, then steps away from the commander, and pokes her head into the office for a minute::
Host Miran says:
@:: Somewhat upset ::  COM: Quirinus: I was going to point out that this is a matter of pride.  They have invaded our space, destroyed our ships.  Not "us" the Amenti, but "us" the Federation.  They do not deserve to live, Captain.
MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
::a few minutes later, both doctors step out of the office, Selara going back to the surgical ward and Michael raising an eyebrow:: CTO: Something I can do for you?
Host CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
MO: There are several issues I wanted to check up with you on.
MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
::nods, and motions him to follow back into his borrowed office::
Host CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Follows, quietly ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COM: Miran: Still, you too must understand then that the Federation has orders as well in regard to the treatment of POWs.  We understand your desire, but we must live by a higher code and not lower to the level of the Synod who do not take prisoners.  Only by our code of honor, can we rise above. I again offer you the opportunity to fly escort.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks over at the Observer:: Observer: How will they react if we suddenly leave?
MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
::pulls up a chair behind Alexander's desk:: CTO: I assume you'd prefer a bit of privacy, hence bringing you in here.
Host Kranas says:
CO: You have made your point, Captain.  Perhaps you should offer a mutual solution, where they can assist in some manner.  Offer to let them... "escort" you.
Host CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
MO: One of the issues I wanted to check on was Azhure's condition.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kranas: I believe that is what I have done several times. But still... I will be sure they understand and give them honor.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COM: Miran:  Would you honor us by escorting us to Arcadia through the gate?  Warriors will give us respect so that all may understand.
MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
::just shakes his head:: CTO: She's shown no noticeable signs of improvement, at least... from what we've been able to determine. Unfortunately, we're limited in what we can do until she decides otherwise. All the treatment, physical and psychological alike in the world just isn't gonna do a thing unless she wants it to.
Host Miran says:
@COM: Quirinus: Although not our first choice... it would seem there is little choice.  It will take some adjustment to Federation practices.  No, I think we will return to the front lines.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::quietly:: Sulek: God bless
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: starts breathing again ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COM: Miran: It is good that warriors are able to come to honorable terms.  I shall remember your honor to us.  We must now make time to Arcadia.  Sulek out.
Host CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: holds his tongue in how concerned he is.  The screams at night are disturbing ::  MO: I also wonder how we will be able to deal with it without the presence of the Savior.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Helm: Full warp to the gate.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kranas: Thank you for your guidance.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: A bit tense for the moment, indeed.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Well played, sir.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Are you kidding? I was about to open fire on them.
Host Kranas says:
CO: Much like the variety of your Federation, the attitudes and motivations of the Amenti are wide.  More... level headed personnel like the two of us will hopefully assist the eventual integration.

ACTION: The two Amenti vessels peel off from their positions alongside of the Quirinus and set course for the battle lines, entering warp space.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: From what Kranas told us, it would have been a grave mistake.    I have been forced to stop too many of our allies in the recent past to add to my conscience.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kranas:  It is a most thoughtful idea you present.
MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
CTO: While I do have training in psychology, and... would have actually, in some ways, preferred a posting as counselor... ::pauses:: I'm not going to lie, commander. I have absolutely no idea if she'll ever recover from this. Or what that recovery will do to her.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::relaxes:: Sulek: Aye. Our eyes have seen too much death for our age.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Helm: ETA to gate?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
OPS: Contact the Gate relay and inform them that we are arriving via high warp.
Host FCO_Smothers says:
CO: Still eighteen hours away, Captain.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
OPS: in 18 hours.
Host CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
MO: A shame.  It is troubling to think that she has many years ahead of her... if she cannot recover.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks at Kraight:: Kraight: Looks like it's going to be one of those trips.  Anything of unusual nature along the route that we can collect data on.
MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
CTO: There are... a few things I could possibly try, but again, if she doesn't want to remember, then she's just plain not going to. The executioner may have put the block in place, but Azhure's either unsure of how to, or unwilling to, press through it.
Host CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
MO: So it's the Executioner who put the block, and not her own mind?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::takes a seat with an audible sigh::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: checks the current star charts :: CO: Actually... no. But I can certainly monitor the sensors closely. One never knows where a spatial anomaly will turn up.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Forever the optimist.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: grins ::
Host Kranas says:
:: Walks near the science console, watching over the shoulder of Kraight ::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: He missed his two headed dragon....did that really happen? The construct grows more vague in my memory all the time.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: It is still clear in some areas, but there are gaps from that time for me as well... it is as if... ::the thought flickers and is gone::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: My point exactly. I'm glad I wrote it all down.
MO_Ltjg_Jervase says:
CTO: If it was her own mind, the captain's meld with her would have brought at least some of it to the fore, if nothing else.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: Have you reread your notes recently?  I should like to see them sometime.

ACTION: Eighteen hours later, the USS Quirinus emerges from the Briar Patch end of the transwarp gate.

CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: We have cleared the Gate, sir.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::still not used to the event horizon:: OPS: Notify Arcadia for docking.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Helm: Take us in on instruction.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: I'll be glad to see the inside of the station
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Powers*: We are approaching

ACTION: Sensors detect the USS Claymore attacking the USS Raviraj.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Arcadia.  Arrange for prisoner transfer.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: War games we didn't know about?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: We must still deal with the incident with the Tholians.  It may be something of a diplomatic nightmare for Starfleet and the Federation.
Host CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Glances at the sedate prisoners ::  *CO*: Aye.  We'll start loading up the carts.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: We murdered children. I think that’s an understatement
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: double-checks sensors :: CO: The Claymore is firing her weapons at 2%, sir. This appears to be an exercise.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: And yet the Tholians took no action to warn us and what was that nursery doing in the middle of a military target?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: I didn't say there weren’t extenuating circumstances.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Understood.  OPS: Send to Captain Daylan my complements.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Helm: ETA to dock
Host FCO_Smothers says:
CO: Only a few minutes further, Captain.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: Set up shore leave roster for the crew.  They can no doubt use a break, even if it is battle control central.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Aye.
Host Kranas says:
:: Wonders what of these missions he will include in his reports ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks down at an incoming supply request and signs off on it::

ACTION: Arcadia Station signals for the USS Quirinus to head to docking port J-7.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Engineering*: Contact Arcadia support for any repair we still have left.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::coordinates the docking procedure with the FCO::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COM: Arcadia Station: USS Quirinus reporting in with prisoners for transfer.  We are proceeding to J-7.

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