U.S.S. Quirinus Mission 10710.15

starring 

Mitch Travis as Captain Sulek 
Keith LaHue as XO Ben Pangborn 
Christopher Dickinson as CTO Billy Bob Powers 
Jeffrey G. Brown as CSO Kraight 
Ed Selgas as CEO David Telarus 
Karriaunna Scotti as Counselor Azhure 

featuring
Steve Gelhorn as MO McCarthy 

and
Christopher Dickinson, Ship Manager   

MISSION PROLOGUE: Captain Sulek possesses the latest of the artifacts that the late Doctor Buuren was searching for.  In their search, the gem now leads the Quirinus and her commanding officer to the area known as the Badlands.  Intense plasma storms await the Steamrunner class vessel if they decide to enter.

=/\==/\= BEGIN U.S.S. Quirinus Mission 10710.15 =/\==/\=
=/\==/\= Gifts of Fortune and Danger – Episode 8 =/\==/\=

 Host FM_ChrisD says:
INFO: The USS Quirinus is still approximately an hour away from the Badlands.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::In quarters...even with his strong self-discipline and meditation, he is tired of being confined to his quarters::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::On the bridge, monitoring::
MO_McCarthy says:
:: working in sickbay working on a way to remedy the situation with the artifacts ::
Host FM_ChrisD says:
<Bridge_OPS Griska> :: Turns towards the command center ::  XO: Commander?  We have an incoming hail.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
OPS: On screen.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: resting on a cot in the corner of Science Lab one, while a quantum resonance scan is running on his artifact ::

ACTION: A Cardassian officer appears on the forward viewscreen.

CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: In their quarters.::  CTO: I should head for the bridge.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::stands::
MO_McCarthy says:
:: getting frustrated with the lack of progress he is making ::
Host FM_ChrisD says:
<CTO_Cmdr_Powers> :: Sitting in a chair ::  CNS: There's nothing much else to do right now.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Putting her hands on his shoulders, she leans over to kiss him.::  CTO: Sorry about that.  But until the captain decides otherwise...  I will see you later.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*Cardassian*: This is Commander Pangborn of the USS Quirinus, what can I do for you?
Host FM_ChrisD says:
<Gul> COM: Quirinus: Starfleet vessel, this is the Cardassian patrol.  State your intentions in this area.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: With another kiss, she stands and heads out of the room, feeling slightly guilty that Bill is tied there for now.::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Stepping into the lift, she orders it to the bridge.::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
COM: Gul: We are on a rescue mission of sorts. Several of our officers are stricken with an affliction that is tied to this area. We won't be long.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::comes out of a Jefferies tube on the bridge::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: the scanner beeps... Kraight stirs, rolls over, gets up slowly, and moves over to the workstation to check the data ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: As the lift comes to a stop, she steps onto the bridge and notes the screen.::
Host FM_ChrisD says:
<Gul> COM: Quirinus: We appreciate your assistance in the past, Starfleet, but we are still a sovereign power.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::looks at the view screen:: Self: Must have taken a wrong turn. ::steps out::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
XO: Reporting for duty. ::assumes Engineering station::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
COM Gul: And I assure you we will respect that. We shouldn't be long in locating the 'cure' for our officers.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CEO: Take your station.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Moves up behind the captain's chair.::
MO_McCarthy says:
:: getting some strange readings from the tests he is running :: Self: :: raises an eyebrow :: Interesting..
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::checks the ship's flight status::
Host FM_ChrisD says:
<Gul> COM: Quirinus: See that you are not, Starfleet.  I'm not rescuing you from the Badlands.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
XO: You have my report on your console. ::sends green light on all systems for trip to badlands::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
COM: Gul: I think we are prepared to take care of ourselves. Thanks for the warning.
MO_McCarthy says:
*CNS* Could you come to sickbay. I have some interesting findings on the artifacts.

ACTION: The Gul sneers, and the communications channel is closed.

CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
XO: That was... interesting.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
*MO*: I am on my way.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Duty_FCO: Lay in a course for the badlands. CNS: I didn't even break a sweat. For a change. Diplomacy is not my forte.
Host FM_ChrisD says:
<Bridge_FCO Flyer> XO: We never deviated from our course, sir.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*Sulek*: Pangborn to Sulek.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Leaving Ben to filling in the captain, she heads for the lift and orders it to medical.::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: As the lift stops, she steps off, curious to what the doctor had discovered.::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Pangborn* Sulek here.
Host FM_ChrisD says:
<CTO_Cmdr_Powers> :: definitely feeling couped up ::  *CSO*: Powers to Kraight.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*Sulek*: Do you feel up to reporting to the bridge, with your 'bodyguards' of course? We should enter the badlands shortly.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Stepping through the door, she turns toward the doctor.::  MO: What have you discovered?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: looks up :: *CTO*: Kraight here.
Host FM_ChrisD says:
<CTO_Cmdr_Powers> *CSO*: How are you holding up in there, Chief?
MO_McCarthy says:
:: Hands the CNS the PADD :: It seems the artifacts possibly have a biomolecular signature, Almost as if you could say the people affected were intoxicated somehow.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*CTO*: There is a phrase that humans use... 'stir madness'?
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: frowns::  MO: I do not follow.  Intoxicated how?  By manipulation of some part of their brain?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Pangborn* On my way.  Inform Kraight and Powers that I am in the halls and not to go for a stroll.
MO_McCarthy says:
CNS: Yes, the question is... What part of the brain I haven't identified yet.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*Sulek*:  Will do.
Host FM_ChrisD says:
<CTO_Cmdr_Powers> :: Stands from his chair and walks around ::  *CSO*: Something like that.  Did your study of the artifacts make you believe this is necessary?  :: Flipping the stone in his hand ::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*CSO/CTO*: Be sure and stay where you are for the moment guys, the captain is on his way to the bridge.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he rises from his desk where the computer runs yet another analysis comparing folklore of Cardassia to the reference of six stones and crosses to his door::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
XO: I need to go to Engineering to stay on top of the systems from there. Permission to so sir.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*CTO*: Our confinement? Given that the stones clearly affected the actions of the three of us, and of Dr. Buuren, I do not see how we can be allowed free run of the ship at present.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CEO: Granted.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*XO*: Acknowledged.
Host FM_ChrisD says:
<CTO_Cmdr_Powers> *CSO*: But only when we were separated from them.  I don't feel like I'm in an altered state right now.  Do you?
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
XO: Thank you. ::jumps into the TL:: TL: Main Engineering.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::as he enters the hall, two security guards fall into step behind him:: Sec:  We are going to the bridge. ::he moves down the hall to the TL where he pauses for a second waiting for the lift to arrive::
MO_McCarthy says:
CNS: Thoughts? Suggestions as to where to continue my research?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*CTO*: Aside from being very tired, no. But that's the point: the stones are irrefutably psychoactive, and we cannot therefore be trusted to judge our own mental states.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::enters TL followed by the Security Team:: Bridge... no stops.
MO_McCarthy says:
CNS: Thoughts? Suggestions as to where to continue my research?
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::TL doors open to Main Engineering::
Host FM_ChrisD says:
<CTO_Cmdr_Powers> *CSO*: I trust me.  And I trust the Captain.  I suppose I can trust you too.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*CTO*: Under normal circumstances, I would trust you, the Captain, and myself. These are not normal circumstances.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::arrives bridge and steps off:: Sec: You can maintain your watch from here.  ::wryly::  If need be stun only, please.  ::He crosses to the XO::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Captain.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: It's good to be about.  I assume that we are close enough, that I should try to help negate the sensor effects of the Badlands?

ACTION: The USS Quirinus approaches the edges of the Badlands.  A plasma tendril lashes out and licks along the shields, not doing any damage, but reminding the vessel that it is quite vulnerable.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Duty_FCO: Drop out of warp before we enter the badlands. Impulse only. Sulek: Sounds like a plan to me.

ACTION: As the ship crosses into the plasma storms, the helmsman drops to impulse speeds.  Sensors are compromised immediately, and the ship is flying blind beyond 50 kilometers.

CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
MO: Well, if it is like intoxication, it would be more along the lines of an inhibitor.   But intoxication has different effects, from euphoria to depression.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
*Bridge*: I just noticed the sensor blackout - I have engineers working on extending our current range right now.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Go ahead and take Kraight's station, I'm sure he won't mind, under the circumstances. ::wry smile::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he removes the white gem from his pocket and closes it tightly in his fist tightly around it, closing his eyes ::   Helm: Put up a chart of the Badlands on the screen.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::taps in to Sensor system and Deflector Dish::
MO_McCarthy says:
CNS: Interesting thought. Its very possible these artifacts somehow intoxicate the people affected. But to what end?
Host FM_ChrisD says:
<Bridge_FCO Flyer> CO: Aye, Captain.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
*XO*: Working on a solution right now, give me 10 minutes.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he moves back to Sci 1, without looking::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: frowns::  MO: I have not noticed any intoxication, only a more primitive possessiveness of the stones.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*CEO*: You have five.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
XO: Aye, sir. ::modifies the deflector dish to emit low frequency radio pulses::
MO_McCarthy says:
CNS: Like they need to hold onto the stones. I have noticed that too, but with the readings I have gotten I'm confused.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::what occurs between the stone and he, is not really a joining link...but a feeling::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::taps comm badge:: *Team 1*: Team 1, you have 3 minutes to get those system crossovers to link in.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
<Team 1> *CEO*: This Crewmen Rodgers, wilco sir.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Any luck yet? ::curious::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
MO: If it affects the brain the same way as liquor, then you should be able to suppress that area of the brain.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: Not yet, but the image is growing clearer than before...
MO_McCarthy says:
CNS: That is true... Lets see what the computer can come up with in the way of remedies.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::Pensive:: Sulek: Let me know if you are adversely affected. I don't want to be picking you up off the floor.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::bringing modifications online and verifying working status::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::He opens his eyes momentarily:: Pangborn: It will not be the first time I've been on the bridge floor.  Your concern is noted, though.  ::closes his eyes again::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
*XO*: Stand by.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
MO: We are heading into the badlands, and I am curious.  Let me know what you come up with.  I will be on the bridge.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Exiting medical, heads for the lift.::  *CSO*: How are you holding up?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he moves to the helm station:: Pangborn: I think it best if I take over, if you agree... with the plasma storms in the area, I can try to navigate through.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: grins ::  *CNS*: Is it true that married couples begin to think alike after a time? Your husband asked me the same question, not ten minutes ago. I am tired, but otherwise fine. I've been continuing my analysis of the artifact.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
*XO*: Launching Echo Radar Pulse.
MO_McCarthy says:
CNS: I will do.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: By all means. I will need to keep the Duty FCO on the bridge, just in case. Duty FCO: You are relieved, but stay on the bridge.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: chuckles:: *CSO*: Given my husband is ready to climb the walls, it was not much of a leap of thought.  Can I do anything for you?  I am heading for the bridge now.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
*XO*: Any change in sensor effectiveness?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*CNS*: You are most kind, Counselor. I have my equipment, a cot, and a replicator. I am in need of nothing at the moment, save an answer.
MO_McCarthy says:
:: goes back to work looking in the computer for possible solutions ::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::checks his console:: *CEO*: No change. But you get an A for effort.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: As the lift deposits her on the bridge, she steps off.:: *CSO*: Something I regret I cannot give.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
Self: Argh! *XO*: Standing by, sir.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::as the FCO moves out the chair, he sits.  Still with eyes closed, he plots a course into the Badlands, as he does so, the telemetry is lined on the star chart on the main screen:: Pangborn: Engaging at 1/4 impulse now.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*CNS*: Indeed. I will be certain to contact you, if I do need anything. I deeply appreciate your concern.
MO_McCarthy says:
:: thinks he has found something :: Self: That is interesting. :: grabs the file from the computer and starts replicating the antidote he found ::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::tense, keeps a close eye on their course:: Sulek: Go ahead.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
*CSO*: The doctor found something rather puzzling.  Contact him and see if you can make more sense of it then I did... it rather eludes my sense of logic, not to mention knowledge of the brain.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he engages, rolling just left of a plasma tendril:: Pangborn: The question is not whether I can get us in, but if I can get us out.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: nods ::  *CNS*: I will. Thank you, Counselor.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
Computer: Load all Class V probes into launch tubes.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CO: In one piece please.  :: Moves to join the two men.::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
Computer: Prime them for launch.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*MO*: Kraight to Dr. McCarthy.
MO_McCarthy says:
*CSO* Go ahead
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::walks over to TL:: TL:  Deck 6 Torpedo Room
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he banks to the right of an approaching storm:: All: It's going to be a bit rough in a few.  ::still he does not know how he can fly the ship without even looking at the controls, but it is quite clear to him::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*MO*: Counselor Azhure says you have found something interesting regarding the stones.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
*XO*: I am going to modify some Class V probes.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: I suggest you batten down...
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*CEO*: Negative. You are not going to modify anything.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*CEO*: Just man your station for now.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::takes a seat::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Not disturbing the captain.::  XO: The doctor found some information that makes no sense to my understanding of the working of the brain.  I have turned him over to Kraight.
MO_McCarthy says:
*CSO* Yes. They seem to have some kind of intoxicating effect. Unknown to how or what part of the brain it affects..
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
*XO*: Understood sir.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CNS: Interesting. Can you give me the short version?
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
TL: Belay last... return to Deck 7 Main Engineering
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*CEO* Modify shield frequency to a point 34 modulation...
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
*CO*: Aye.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: frowns ::  MO: Hmmmm. If we knew what part of the brain was affected, we would have a clue as to how the stones effect their control of their subjects.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::gets out of the TL and heads over to shield control::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::modifies to .34 frequency modulation::
MO_McCarthy says:
*CSO* My thoughts exactly. There's only one way I can think of to do that... have one of you who're affected submit to a scan to determine that.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*MO*: I volunteer, Doctor.
MO_McCarthy says:
*CSO* Very well then. I will have a site to site transport bring you here to sickbay.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he senses his way::  Pangborn: Storm ahead... I may catch just an edge...  ::the ship travels deeper into the Badlands::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
XO: According to his analysis, he says it works on the brain like alcohol, but I have not seen that response from either men; neither depression, relaxation or euphoria.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*MO*: One moment.   :: turns off or adjusts various pieces of equipment ::  I am ready, Doctor.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CNS: Better sit down and hold on. The captain is an accomplished pilot, but this is the badlands. :;thinks:: But it IS drug like in behaviour....he may be on to something.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
*CO*: Done sir
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CNS: The obsession, and need for the stones....
MO_McCarthy says:
Computer: Initiate a site to site transport for CSO Kraight to sickbay. Authorization McCarthy Delta 1 Echo 4.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: waits for transport ::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he reacts bringing the ship down six degrees:: *CEO* Prepare for a second shield modulation to point 26 on my mark.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Takes a seat::  XO: I find it more like a possessive nature.  I would say more primitive, but I have not witnessed jealousy, just the desire not to let go and then the need for it to be returned.
MO_McCarthy says:
<Computer>: Authorization acknowledged. Transport in progress.

ACTION: The USS Quirinus, crawling along at less than full impulse, finally reaches a pocket of clear space inside the Badlands.  A dark, dead star floats in the center, the nova having pushed the plasma storms apart.

CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: materializes in Sickbay ::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CNS: I can still see the intoxicant parallel. Hopefully the doctor will come up with something.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::looks at the viewscreen::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
*CO*: Understood.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::re rolls the ship to port:: *CEO* Mark...  :: rising and clearing the star chart from the screen ::  Pangborn: There...
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::changes shield frequency::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Nods her head to the screen::  XO: Looks a bit grim.
MO_McCarthy says:
CSO: Please lay down on this biobed here, and we'll get the show on the road so to speak.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Are you sure?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
MO: Very well.  :: does as he is bidden ::
Host FM_ChrisD says:
INFO: Sensors are amazingly clear in the dead zone.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he opens his eyes:: Pangborn: Quite.  Send a probe to confirm low EM.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Aye.
MO_McCarthy says:
CSO: This may be a bit uncomfortable, but shouldn't be too unbearable.  :: places the scanner over the CSO's head and initiates the scan ::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::moves to science one and sends a probe in to confirm the EM signature indicating another stone::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he turns seeing Azhure:: Azhure: Counselor... you should be present when the stone is aboard. I think you will know who it is for.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Nods, not so certain about this or her role in all of this.::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Steps down to Sulek::  CO: How do you feel?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Azhure: I believe the response is I feel fine.  :: raised eyebrow ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: smiles:: CO: Well, that is good.  :: Looks at the screen a bit warily.::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
MO: One of your predecessors aboard this vessel once stripped off my face and replaced it with that of a human. I doubt this will be much more painful.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::waits for the probe telemetry to come in::
MO_McCarthy says:
CSO: I will definitely try not to do that. I promise you that.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: smiles ::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he crosses to the Sci1 and inputs a coordinate:: Pangborn: I think you'll find the probe shows the artifact is here... ::steps back from the screen::

ACTION: Guided by Sulek's premonitions, the probe sails around the star, picking up a faint pulse deep inside the star's core.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: We have confirmation from the probe.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CO: Where will you have it beamed?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek/CNS: I don't want to be anywhere near the thing.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
XO: You may have no choice.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: looking at the XO ::  Azhure: I recommend the containment area as before, but it is the XO's call as acting Captain.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CNS/CO: I'm going to beam it into confinement.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: nods and looks at the XO::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*CEO*: Please set up a confinement field similar to the last we used to contain the stones.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
XO: I will go down...
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CNS: Please do.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: With a nod, turns to leave the bridge and head for the lab.::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
*XO*: Aye sir.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::taps fingers over the console::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
*XO*: Almost there...got it sir. You should be ready to use it in 3 minutes it needs to fully charge and establish itself.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Stepping off the lift, heads for the lab, pausing a moment before entering, wondering what was the next step in this journey.::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::Beams the stone with the EM pulse to the confinement field::

ACTION: After the CEO signals the containment is complete, the transporters lock onto the object, and beam it aboard the Quirinus.  For some reason, instead of appearing in containment, a lump of heavy material appears on the XO's foot, crushing his toes.

CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: As the door parts, she steps through to see the glow of the containment field forming.::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Self: Damn!
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he turns:: Pangborn: I shall return to quarters...
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Her eyes turn from the empty containment upward towards the bridge::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he crosses to the TL:: Sec: Come, we're going home...
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Yeah sure...I think we have our 'package'.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Leaving the quiet lab, she returns to the lift and heads for the bridge.::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::picks up the material and winces in pain::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::controls the power output to the containment field::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: As the doors part, she steps on the bridge and looks at Ben with a wry expression.::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:;steps on the TL:: Captain's quarters ::nods at the XO... he senses that he should be gone... feels the stone as it glows warmly in his hand::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Nods to the captain in understanding as he quickly steps into the lift behind her.::

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