Quirinus Mission 10809.29

starring

Mitch Travis as CO Captain Sulek 
Jeffrey G. Brown as XO Commander Kraight
Jane Rowley as OPS Lieutenant Amarok Ki 
Christopher Dickinson as CTO Commander Billy Bob Powers, Jr. 
Karriaunna Scotti as CNS Commander Azhure Powers 

with

Keith LaHue, Ship Manager

MISSION PROLOGUE: The ship managed to survive the battle with the Alkadian battleship, and rescue those from the smaller science vessel. After stopping for repairs, the ship is about to fire up the warp engines for the first time since the battle. The refugees have been able to help with sensor technology to avoid more cloaked traps, but the ship is still 9 days away from the homeworld.

=/\==/\=  BEGIN Quirinus Mission 10809.29: Special Delivery =/\==/\=
=/\==/\=  Episode 5  =/\==/\=

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::in ready room:: *Kraight*: As soon as engines are on line, lay in course and engage.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: on bridge ::   *CO*: We're checking the final calibration of the matter injectors now, sir. Warp drive will be online in the next few minutes.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: In medical, finishing up helping with the wounded that always seem to be a part of a battle.::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: stalking the tactical console ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Powers* I am ready for our interview with Ruwan.  You may bring him to the ready room.  I will let you begin the questioning.
Host EO_Erg says:
*Bridge*: I think we're about ready down here. The repairs are a little shaky, but we're hoping for the best.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*Erg*: I concur, Lieutenant. Bring the warp core online.
Host EO_Erg says:
::brings the warp core online::
Host EO_Erg says:
*XO*: Well they're online. Take it easy on them when you go to warp.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
*CO*: I'll have him escorted up now, Captain.  :: signals his security officers to find and bring the man of interest up ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*Erg*: Understood. And Lieutenant... good work.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Powers* Join me in RR while we wait.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
FCO Whitney: Our course has been transferred to your station. Engage at Warp Factor 1.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
<FCO Whitney>: Aye, sir.  :: enters the necessary control sequence ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
EO Rodriguez:  That's it.  Looks like it healed nicely.  I would suggest you take the rest of the day off and report to duty tomorrow.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::feels the slight shift as the ship begins to transition to warp::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
*CO*: Captain, I have released the last of the wounded from medical.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: monitors the warp core from the Engineering station ::

ACTION: The Quirinus travels a short distance, then warp engines fail, dropping them to sub-light speeds.

CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Makes a note on the PADD and hands it over to one of the nurses.::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<Sec_PO1_Greenberg> :: Finds the alien commander and informs him the Captain will see him now ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Looks up.  More to herself::  That cannot be good.
Host EO_Erg says:
<Ruwan> ::walks with the security detail::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he sits behind the desk::  *Azhure*: Understood.  Perhaps you would like to bring your insight into an interview with Ruwan.  We are meeting in the ready room.  ::feels the drop from warp::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<Sec_PO1_Greenberg> :: Enters the turbolift and sets course for the Bridge ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
*CO*:  I am on my way.
Host EO_Erg says:
 <Ruwan>  ::follows::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Heads towards the Ready Room until he feels the vessel drop from warp.  He stops and looks at Commander Kraight ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: checks several panels ::  *Engineering*: Engineering, what's the problem?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Kraight*:  Report.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*CO*: Checking now, sir...
Host EO_Erg says:
*XO*: I have good news and bad news.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: With a nod to the tech cleaning as she passes him, she exits for the nearest lift.::  CPU:  Bridge.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*Erg*: Go ahead.
Host EO_Erg says:
*XO*: We have sublight, but no warp drive. The entire magnetic constrictor array blew, and we have no way of repairing it here.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: As the lift stops, she steps off onto the bridge and moves toward the captains ready room.  Smiles at her husband as he is there ahead of her.::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: shakes head :: *Erg*: All right. See what you can salvage.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<SEC_PO1_Greenberg> :: Arrives on the opposite side from Azhure, bringing the alien along, and gathering Mister Powers in the process as they all head for the Ready Room ::
Host EO_Erg says:
*XO*: We'll do the best we can.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Taps the door chimes::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: joins Azhure at the ready room door ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks up from a report as they enter:: Come -- Azhure/Powers: Welcome. Ruwan: Please have a seat.  I would first like to thank you for your help with detecting the cloaked fields.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Entering, takes a seat to the side so she can see everyone easily.::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Nods to his petty officer, dismissing him ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::notices Kraight standing in the door:: Kraight: Commander?
Host Ruwan says:
CO: Thank you, the pleasure was all mine
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: We have a problem, sir. The magnetic constrictor array has failed. We will be unable to repair it without the assistance of a shipyard.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: At maximum impulse, assuming we can maintain it, the journey to Princess Saian's homeworld will take fourteen months.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks at Kraight:: Kraight: Any planets in the area where we might acquire the necessary parts?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Ruwan: I believe my tactical officer may have a few questions that may help us avoid another encounter.  Would you be willing to help?
Host Ruwan says:
CO: Of course.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Not until we reach Kadala, sir.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks a Powers:: Powers: Commander, the floor is yours.   ::stands and moves to Kraight::  Kraight: Suggestions.  I do not think we have 14 months at our disposal.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: No sir. But there may be a shortcut to Kadala.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Indeed?
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
Ruwan: Why was your ship attacked?
Host Ruwan says:
CTO: We are loyal to the Royal faction of the Alkaidian government. Now that the coup has taken place, we're all targets
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: I've made something of a hobby of reading the historical mission reports of Starfleet vessels. One never knows when one may find a useful idea. Some years ago, the USS Enterprise encountered a probe sent out by a race called the Cytherians, whose homeworld is located near the galactic core. The probe transferred a mass of information to the mind of one Lieutenant Barclay, and gave him a subconscious command to bring the Enterprise to the Cytherian system.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
Ruwan: Can you tell us anything about the political divisions of your people?  The reasons behind it, the rough division?
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: He did so by reconfiguring the deflector array in such a way that it created a subspace fold. The Enterprise traversed the fold, and found itself at the Cytherian homeworld within seconds.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: The full sensor and engineering logs of the incident are on record. I believe we can duplicate the technique.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Suddenly glances over at Kraight and frowns, but says nothing and turns her focus back towards Ruwan::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: If that is the case, why has it not been duplicated before?  What exactly are the drawbacks?
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: The strain on the ship's structural members is considerable. We would have to shut down nearly all systems, other than propulsion, deflectors, and the structural integrity field, for the duration of the trip.
Host Ruwan says:
CTO: Years ago, we were rules by the Royal family, and were at peace. Gradually the military began exerting their influence, eventually taking over. Things weren't so bad at first, we built our strength, and the military even had begun expansion into Klingon space. Then things began to disintegrate for the people, and checks and balances were put in place. The Royal Family was coming back into favor as a ruling party. As soon as the rumors of the return of the princess came to light, the military cracked down, which is where we are today.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Which would be only a few seconds, if you are correct.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Exactly so.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Set up a full simulation and let's see if we can indeed duplicate this shift.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Aye, sir.  :: returns to the bridge and begins work on the simulation ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
Ruwan: How was it that they lost favor to begin with?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::turns his attention back to Ruwan, taking a seat next to Azhure, trying to read her reaction::
Host Ruwan says:
CNS: The military had convinced the Royal family that they had the best interests of the people at heart. Something that took quite a while to convince them of. So it was a gradual process, nothing happened overnight.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
Ruwan:  Odd... military governments never have the best interest of the people, only in order.  Is this family strong enough to take over again?

ACTION: Long range sensors detect a small Alkaidian ship of the same design of the science vessel they have just rescued.

XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: turns to check the sensors when the panel beeps an alert ::
Host Ruwan says:
CNS: Yes, I believe so. The tides are turning for our people. We have lost much of what we once had.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<TAC_Lt_Loran> :: Looks up as well, checking his sensors ::  XO: Commander?  Picking up a small Alkaidian vessel, science class.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
Loran: Open a channel.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
Ruwan:  You have a long road ahead of you.
Host Ruwan says:
CNS: Indeed.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<TAC_Lt_Loran> XO: Aye.  :: Opens a channel ::  Channel open.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
COM: Vessel: Alkaidian vessel, the is the Federation starship Quirinus. Please identify yourself.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
Ruwan: We need to reach your homeworld.  Is there any intelligence information you can provide us to assist us?
Host Ruwan says:
COM: Quirinus: This is the science vessel Yorn, I am captain Arden, how may I help you?
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: glances at the captain as Bill asks his question and barely nods her head::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
COM Arden: We would be very interested to know if you have encountered any minefields in this sector. We've taken some damage from one, and are anxious to avoid a repeat of that experience.
Host Ruwan says:
CTO: I've given you the cloaking technology, so they shouldn't trouble you anymore. But beware, there are now splinter factions that have there own agenda, in addition to the military.
Host Ruwan says:
COM Quirinus: There are none in the area that we no of, other than the one you mentioned.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: nods ::  Ruwan: What would it take to unify your people?
Host Ruwan says:
CTO: At this point, I feel, as do many others, that the return of the Royal family, and to our old ways of peace, are our only hope.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
COM Arden: That's good to know. Our magnetic constrictor array has been badly damaged. Would you by chance have one we could trade for?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::rises::  Ruwan: I find your statements ones of truth and integrity.  Know then that the Federation has agreed with members of the royal family to help return them to the homeworld.  Are you prepared to help in whatever manner they may require of you?
Host Ruwan says:
<Arden> COM: XO: We don't have any we can spare, but there is a planet not far from here where you could obtain the needed supplies.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
COM Arden: Indeed? May we have the coordinates?
Host Ruwan says:
<Arden> COM XO: Of course. I'm sending them to you now.  I do have one question of you, we were supposed to meet up with one of our vessels on this side of the mine field, can you tell us if you have seen them?
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
COM Arden: What was the vessel's designation, please?
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Looks to the Captain, since he seems to consider the conversation complete ::
Host Ruwan says:
<Arden> COM XO: It was the science vessel Muro, commanded by captain Ruwan.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
COM Arden: I regret to inform you that the Muro has been destroyed. However, we were able to rescue Captain Ruwan and his crew. They are aboard the Quirinus now.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: We will need the names of any vessels that Ruwan can supply that support the royal house as well as possible factions.  Given these, we will have a better chance of identifying the enemy.
Host Ruwan says:
<Arden> COM XO: Are they all right? ::concerned::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
COM Arden: They are safe and well, sir.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Looks between the the Captain and the vessel master, thinking he's right here ::  Ruwan: Would it be safe to assume that any military vessel should be considered hostile?  And any science or merchant vessel may not, but could be?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Ruwan: Your help of the royal family may be needed sooner than you think.  I will leave you to detail any information that you have to Commander Powers.  Again we thank you for your assistance.
Host Ruwan says:
::nods::  CTO: Yes. Avoid the military craft. There are many supporters in the military, but they are quickly 'dealt' with.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks at Azhure:: Azhure: Counselor, we should leave these two to discuss tactics, I think.  I have a few questions about your own recent discussions.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Nods and stands::  Ruwan: It has been a pleasure to meet you.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::moves to ready room door, as Azhure joins him::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Following, steps through the doors.::
Host Ruwan says:
CNS: As I am pleased to meet you.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::they exit::  Kraight: Report.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
COM Arden: What can you tell us of the planet you mentioned, Captain?
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Looks toward the screen and the ongoing conversation.::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: We may have a lead on replacements for our magnetic constrictors, sir.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Azhure: Your discussion with the...  :: notes the open com ::  Kraight: We have visitors?
Host Ruwan says:
<Arden> COM XO: It is a wild planet, ruled by no one. Caution is best advised, and don't turn your back.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Yes, sir... a colleague of Captain Ruwan.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
COM Arden: Whom would we contact regarding the magnetic constrictors?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Indeed.  This ship's designation?
Host Ruwan says:
<Arden> COM XO: Try the open air markets. But be careful.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: The Yorn. This is Captain Arden.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Ruwan* The Yorn is here.  Do you recognize the name as friendly?  Captain Arden in command.
Host Ruwan says:
::pleased:: *CO*: Yes, we know each other well. Are they all right?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::nods at the screen:: COM Arden: Captain.  I am Sulek.  *Powers*: Bring Captain Ruwan to the bridge.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COM Arden: Ruwan will join us.  He asks if you are well.
Host Ruwan says:
<Arden> COM CO: We are all well.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COM Arden: I am pleased that you were able to help us find the necessary parts.  Travel would have been quite slow without them.
Host Ruwan says:
<Arden> COM CO: Again, caution is advised while on the planet Garl.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COM Arden:  Understood. ::sees Ruwan enter with Powers.  Captain Ruwan is here, perhaps you two have much to discuss.

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