Quirinus Mission 10810.06

starring

Mitch Travis as CO Captain Sulek 
Jeffrey G. Brown as XO Commander Kraight
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 gained a valuable ally in the scientific sector of the Alkadian system. With the help of the scientists, they have been given the coordinates to the planet Garl, a lawless planet, but one where numerous traders ply thier trade. The Quirinus has headed there, in hopes of finding needed supplies.

=/\==/\=  BEGIN Quirinus Mission 10810.06: Special Delivery =/\==/\=
=/\==/\=  Episode 6  =/\==/\=

XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: dressed in the remnants of a uniform of the Benzite Home Guard ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Tugs at his boots again, then checks his concealed weapons ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: In a simple tunic with pants, no insignia or anything else to draw attention to herself, she stands with the captain.::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: dressed in the remnants of a uniform of the Benzite Home Guard ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: dressed in Vulcan garb...pants, high boots and heavy white tunic ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CTO: I trust I look... disreputable enough for this mission.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: teasingly::  CO: Try to remember, I am not bartering material.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
XO: I'd shoot you, sir.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<TO_Ens_Nani> :: Nods in agreement ::  CNS: Don't worry, Counselor... Mister Powers would have me killed if I let anything happen to you.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CTO: Ah... hmmm... I suppose, under the circumstances, I should take that as a compliment.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: chuckles::  TO: Thank you, ensign... hmmm... what shall I call you?
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: shrugs noncommitally ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Azhure:   I do not think we will need that skill, but I will keep it in mind, should the question arise.

ACTION: The away team has beam down into the middle of a busy market. Aliens from all over the quadrant are present, some bartering, others relaxing with libations. Some are smoking a noxious weed, which gives the impression of being in a 20th century pool hall.

CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CO: Humph... that is not quite what I had in mind.  :: looks around casually.::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: surreptitiously scans the area with the tricorder, under his jacket ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: looking at the stalls ::  Kraight/Powers: We will move down the far side while you look down this side.  Try not to sound too desperate as you make your inquiries.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: moves of to a nearby stall and begins to inspect the wares ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Yes, sir. There is a shielded structure 800 meters south of our position. I cannot get any sensor readings of its interior.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Under her breath::  If we are here too long we might become desperate.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: nods to Powers ::  CTO: Shall we?
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
XO: Sure enough.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Looks through the various, interesting, items.::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: starts down the aisle, looking over the contents of the stalls carefully ::
Host SM_Keith says:
<Seller> CNS: Well hi there! Can I interest you in something?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he picks up an old style communicator, obviously broken, and drops it back on the table::  Azhure: Interested in antiques?
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Puffs himself up, looking the part of the bodyguard ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CO: Is that a hint about my age?  :: picks up a tarnished instrument with detailed engravings.::  I have found my memento.
Host SM_Keith says:
<Nught> CNS: Fair lady, I must have something to interest you...some fine Alkadian drewst weed maybe? Best in the quadrant.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks at the vendor:: Seller: We were looking for things a bit more modern.  We have a long voyage ahead of us and a few spare parts for our ship would be more on our shopping list.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: moves on to the next stall ::  CTO: There's little here that looks promising, I'm afraid.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Holds up the flute::  Nught:  Is this of any worth?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Azhure: Do you play?
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Crosses his arms, eying those around him ::  XO: That would be.. an understatement.
Host SM_Keith says:
CO: Modern? Well you'd have to see the big man, Harth, for that. He's in the large building to the south of here. ::frowns:: but be careful. He doesn't take to strangers.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CO: It has been awhile... but yes.  I can also play the Vulcan Lyre.
Host SM_Keith says:
<Nught>  CNS: It's a fine instrument. I can let it go for three credits.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Nught:  How do we get an introduction to this Harth?
Host SM_Keith says:
<Nught>  :: shakes his head :: CO: Best bet? Bribe the guards. They like weapons
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Azhure: If you can play, then it might be of value, but you might wish to inspect the pipe before settling on a price....it looks a little out of round.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CO: True... :: looks it over::  it will need a lot of cleaning.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
XO: Perhaps one of these scumbags can be bothered to help us.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
Nught:  Two credits.

ACTION: A rather large Andorian bumps into Powers nearly knocking him down. 

XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: turns at the commotion ::
Host SM_Keith says:
<Nught> CNS: A deal then. Would you like it gift wrapped?
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
Aloud: Watch where you're going.
Host SM_Keith says:
<Andorian> CTO: What the hell is your problem human? ::drunk::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Shaking her head, pulls out the two credits.::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
Andorian: You are.  Now move along before you get your stink on me.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Azhure: Perhaps you will favor us with a tune sometime when we are out in deep space.
Host SM_Keith says:
<Nught>  :: takes the credits :: CO: Enjoy the flute.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Bows dramatically to the captain::  CO:  With pleasure.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Nught: Thank you for the information.  We shall endeavor to not get on Harth's bad side.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CTO: Carefully, Mr. Powers.    Andorian: Many apologies for the inconvenience, sir.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: With flute in one hand, moves away from the stand.::

ACTION: The Andorian tries to throw a punch at Powers, but misses, and falls in the process.

CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Shrugs and walks away ::  XO: Shall we?
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CTO: Yes. With alacrity.  :: follows Powers ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: moves way from the stand tapping his concealed communicator ::  *Kraight*: We shall meet at the shielded building, a vendor tells me the 'big man' has the more modern parts and he is dangerous.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*CO*: Understood, sir.  Powers: Change of plan. This way...
Host SM_Keith says:
<Andorian> :: gets up ::  CTO: Now you've done it pink skin. Don't walk away  from me.  :: gives chase and tackled Powers ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Mutters under his breath, and takes a  two-armed swing at the Andorian's temples, right at the base of his ear stalks ::

ACTION: Powers aim is dead on, and the Andorian falls to the ground. He vomits, then passes out.

XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: looking for an opening, but realizes that Powers is more than a match for this drunken lout ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: working his way through the crowd towards the building at the end of the street ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CTO: Very expeditious, Mr. Powers. We should go now and meet the Captain.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Stands and brushes his knees off ::  XO: Sorry for the show.  Perhaps we should move on.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Rubs her fingers along the engravings.  Quietly::  CO: If this is what I think it is, for me at least, this side trip was worth it.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: heads south ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Azhure: Indeed. Is it something from worlds past?
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Sadly::  CO: Yes... :: shrugs::  Once it is cleaned up, I will know.  And if so, once I play her, you will know!
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: comes to the edge of the building's compound and looks across the only open space in the market ::  Azhure: I look forward to discovering with you then.  :: indicates the clear area :: They seem to like to be able to see their clientèle's arrival.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CO: Can't blame them.  :: looks around carefully, especially for the others.::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: two guards stand near an entrance ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: finds the Captain outside the shielded building ::  CO: This is the shielded structure I mentioned earlier, sir.

ACTION: The team arrives before a formidable building, with only one apparent entrance, guarded but Alkadians who are lounging about smoking.

CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Shares a look with Nani, who noticed his slightly rumpled clothing ::  Nani: Don't.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Turns toward the others, lifting a brow at her husband's slightly rumpled state.  Catches his comment to his TO::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: This looks like the type of place that is owned and ran by the one who gets...  what is the term...  a piece of the action.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: I would have to agree, Captain.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: We need weapons to bribe the guards.  Something handheld, flashy, none too dangerous in reality and easy to disable if needed.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
CO: You want to ... give them weapons?

ACTION: As the away team approaches, the guards take notice, and stand up, looking at them.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: If we are to see Harth, we need an entry past the guards.  I am told they like weapons as bribes.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: That's why they need to be more flash than lethal.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Pats his pockets ::  CO: I really didn't bring anything flashy...
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: Move off to the side and have something replicated and beamed in while I see about entry.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: Think about what you might give a Pakled.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: shares another look with his security officer, then moves off to a corner ::  XO: Watch my back... maybe that jack has friends...
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CTO: Understood.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: nods to Azhure and moves toward the guards ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Taps his silent commbadge, and explains to Nishi what they need ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Staying relatively close, yet slightly behind, follows.::

ACTION: The guards unholster their weapons at the captains approach.

XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: waits near Powers ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::holding his hands out to show that they are empty:: Guard: Is Harth in? If he is, I can perhaps arrange a gift for you two as a sign of our appreciation for an unscheduled appointment.
Host SM_Keith says:
<Guard>  :: snorts :: CO: A gift? No one may see Harth. :: looks around Sulek :: Is your female... for sale perhaps? She is quite pretty.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Raises an eyebrow and then glares at the captain meaningfully, if half teasingly.::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Guard:  You wouldn't want her.  She killed her last owner.
Host SM_Keith says:
<Guard> ::rubs his chin:: CO: Feisty then? I like that...
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: coughs ::
Host SM_Keith says:
<Guard> CNS: What is that you are holding?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Guard: The gift I have in mind is more than the Klingon blade you would awaken to in the middle of the night.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: looking between the Captain's group, and Powers :: CTO: Haste is advised, Commander.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Holds out the flute::  Guard: Nothing much... something I picked up down the street.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
XO: Understood... :: still waiting, then gets a signal.  He holds his hands in front of him, palms up, waiting for something to beam into them :
Host SM_Keith says:
<Guard> CO: Oh? And what is it you have in mind?  :: looks to Azhure ::  CNS: Do you play?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Guard: Something to add to your collection.  :: nods toward the unholstered weapon ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Looks at the guard and simply lifts a brow ::
Host SM_Keith says:
<Guard> CO: Well we are always looking for new weapons...*better* weapons at least.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Guard: Of course if you would rather settle for a street concert...
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: A small tingling later, two hunks materialize and fall into his waiting hands.  He turns and presents them to the XO ::  XO: Modified Breen...
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: looks over the items ::  CTO: Most interesting. We should join the Captain.  :: walks towards the Captain's group ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: lifts the flute to her lips, her eyes not leaving the guards.::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Mr. Powers has obtained these, sir.  :: hands the items to Sulek ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks over as the others approach and taking the weapons:: Guard: What do you know of the Breen?
Host SM_Keith says:
<Guard> CO: The Breen? Never heard of them. But I would like to hear your female play.  :: smirk ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Looks to the captain::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: holds the shiny weapon up, just out of reach :: Guard: Be thankful you have not heard of them... but since you wish the concert, we will put these away for another day.  First though, we have an appointment then?
Host SM_Keith says:
<Guard> :: Muses :: CO: I will consider it. After I have tried the weapon.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Shrugs her shoulders and lowers the flute::

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