CAST OF CHARACTERS
(IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE)

CO_AQilla_Horn: Sandy Prestidge
CIV Serok: Julie Lucas 
XO_Garta-Nmbarri: Rob Harold
Admiral Alexander: Trish Yarborough
CTO Horn: Russ Hinsley
Ambassador K`Valt: Gilles Leger
FCO Heath: Susan Brinkman
Triala Station Member/Computer Response: Gerry Brinkman

Hosted by: SM Gerry Brinkman

USS Scorpius - NCC 50666 – 10502.05

USS Scorpius -- 300th Mission -- 10502.05

"Rock and a Hard Place"

Episode 1:  Tensioneers and Tricksters

Mission Orders:
You are to move your ship to the Kaltex system and re-supply the Triala Medical Research Station.  You will be carrying replacement personnel and supplies to the station after an outbreak of Rigosian Blight.  The Blight is now thought to be under control, but you should observe standard protocols for safety.  You will also be carrying Ambassador Kvalt, the new Federation Ambassador to Kaltex IV, as Ambassador Shamara was lost during the outbreak of the Blight.  You are to see to Kvalt's needs and safety until you depart the sector at the end of the assignment.  Admiral Alexander has been assigned to report on the effectiveness of the crew of the Scorpius on this simple mission.  Reports of inefficiency have been circulated back at Starfleet, and the Admiral is along to confirm or deny those rumors.  The Scorpius is now 30 minutes from Kaltex and the Triala Medical Research Station.

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CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::on the bridge::

CIV_Serok says:
:: walks onto the bridge and sits at an empty console ::

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
:: On the bridge, sitting in the chair to the right of the Captains ::

Adm-Alexander says:
::walks onto the bridge from the TL near the RR, quieting observing the crew::

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
:: Notices the Admiral enter :: All: Admiral on Deck.  :: Stands ::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::notices the Admiral:  Alexander: Admiral.  Good to see you again.

Adm-Alexander says:
ALL:  As you were, just pretend I am not here.  ::smiling::

CTO_Horn says:
::Running Diagnostics on tactical::

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
:: sits back down ::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
FCO:  Time to Kaltex, Lt?

Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  Good to see you again.  It has been a while since we have seen each other.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
Alexander:  Indeed.  What brings you here, Admiral?

CIV_Serok says:
:: lifts her eyebrow :: Alexander:  It is not logical to pretend.

Adm-Alexander says:
CIV:  I beg your pardon Serok?  ::turns from the Captain's eyes to look at who just spoke::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::thinks uh oh ... ::

FCO Heath:
CO:  30 Minutes, Captain.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
XO:  The Ambassador's quarters have been prepared?

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
CO: Yes, Ma'am.  VIP Quarters.  

Adm-Alexander says:
::listens to the CO and XO, then makes a note on her padd::

CIV_Serok says:
Alexander:  It is quite obvious that you are physically standing on the bridge, logic dictates that you are indeed here.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
XO:  Then initiate standard protocols as soon as we enter the system.  I don't want to take any chances

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
CO: Already on it, Ma'am.  All departments report in ready on standard protocols.

CIV_Serok says:
Alexander:  It is therefore illogical to pretend that you are not here.

Adm-Alexander says:
::sighs inwardly::  CIV:  If we are speaking logically, then the question would not have been asked.  ::pulling her hair back from her very pointed Vulcan ears::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
XO:  Good.

Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  Aquilla, my condolences.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::looks to the Admiral:: Alexander:  On what, Admiral?  ::looks puzzled::

Adm-Alexander says:
XO:  When will the ambassador make his appearance?

CIV_Serok says:
Alexander:  I did not pose a question, I stated a fact Admiral.

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  The Scorpius passes the outer navigational markers of the Kaltax system.

CTO_Horn says:
::The TAC console beeps at Ryan and he smiles::

CTO_Horn says:
CO: Weapons and shields at 100%.

Amb_K`Valt says:
::enters on the bridge and looks around::

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
Adm: I think you have your answer, Sir.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
CTO:  I don't think we'll need them, Ryan, but thanks.

Adm-Alexander says:
::leaning over she whispers to the CO::  CO:  I keep forgetting some Vulcans have no sense of humor.  ::grinning::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::turns as she hears the TL doors:: K'Valt:  Ambassador.  Welcome aboard.

CIV_Serok says:
:: looks up :: Amb:  Is there something I can help you with?

Amb_K`Valt says:
::smiles:: CO: Thank you Captain ::extends hand:: Wonderful vessel you have here... wonderful ::smiles::
Adm-Alexander says:
XO:  Exactly right.  ::looking over to see the Ambassador enter the bridge, she then makes 
another notation on her padd::

CTO_Horn says:
CO: The way trouble follows this ship you never know.

CIV_Serok says:
:: raises her eyebrow are the Admiral ::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::takes his hand warmly:: K'Valt:  Thank you, Ambassador.  I'd like to introduce you to my senior staff.

Amb_K`Valt says:
::smiles after shaking the CO's hand:: CO: Of course... of course ::smiles::

CIV_Serok says:
:: stands::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::points to the XO:: K'Valt:  This is Commander T'Lok Garta-Nmbarri, my First Officer.

FCO_Heath says:
::monitors their course and destination::

Amb_K`Valt says:
XO: Wonderful vessel you have here Commander... wonderful ::smiles::

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
:: Stands :: Amb: Welcome onboard the Scorpius, Sir.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
K'Valt:  And Captain Serok, our Civilian Liaison and first contact specialist.

Amb_K`Valt says:
::shakes his hands with vigor::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::motions to the CIV::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
K'Valt:  And this is Admiral Trish Alexander.  ::motions to the Admiral::

Amb_K`Valt says:
CIV: Captain Serok? Correct?

CIV_Serok says:
:: nods and lifts her hand in the traditional Vulcan salute :: Amb:  Long life and prosperity Ambassador.

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
Amb: Sir, if there is anything you require, or if anything at all is not to your satisfaction, please let me know immediately. 

Adm-Alexander says:
K'Valt:  Nice to meet you Ambassador.  I am very fond of this ship myself.

FCO_Heath says:
::listens as introductions are made, but tries to maintain focus on her duties::

FCO_Heath says:
::glances back at the CO:: CO:: Entering communications range, Captain.

Amb_K`Valt says:
::smiles warmly to all:: All: I have all I need... I am to be deposited Kaltax soon am I not? What is our ETA? ::looks over at the helm smiling::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
FCO:  Open a channel, Lt.

CIV_Serok says:
:: nods ::

Amb_K`Valt says:
::jumps up:: ADM: Oh.. sorry Admiral... I am just so exited... I feel like my first day of school.
::taps a few keys:: CO: It's an automated beacon

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
FCO:  See if you can raise the research station.

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
Amb: Ambassador, I am sure you are up to date on the situation with the Blight.  We are using standard medical protocols in dealing with it.  Do you feel that will be adequate?

Adm-Alexander says:
AMB:  I understand the feeling Ambassador.  I have missed being on a Starship.  But, this crew can handle anything that occurs.

FCO_Heath says:
::attempts to bypass the warning beacon and connect to the research station:: CO: Working on it, ma'am

CIV_Serok says:
:: sits back down at her console ::

Amb_K`Valt says:
XO: Commander? I believe I received orders from your Captain that Captain Serok is my liaison ::shows his PADD::

Adm-Alexander says:
::raises her eyebrows and makes another notation on her padd::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
K'Valt:  Indeed you did.  I thought Captain Serok was perfect for the job.

FCO_Heath says:
::turns:: CO: Captain, I've been able to reach the station.  They are receiving our transmission, but no one is answering

Amb_K`Valt says:
FCO: Excuse me... how long until we arrive? ::smiles::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
XO:  Cmdr, I'd like you to work with tactical on security and the medical issues of this mission.

FCO_Heath says:
AMB: 12 minutes Ambassador

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
CO: Understood, Ma'am.

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
FCO: No response at all?

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
FCO:  Scan for life signs.  ::is getting a bad feeling::

Amb_K`Valt says:
::smiles:: FCO: Wonderful... wonderful... 

CIV_Serok says:
|:: stands and turns again :: Amb:  Please forgive me |Ambassador.  You seemed to be in capable hands.

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
CO: Shouldn't there be someone there to respond?

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
XO:  Yes, there should.

FCO_Heath says:
::performs the scans as ordered, and relaxes her mental defenses as well as something feels odd::

FCO_Heath says:
XO: No sir, nothing but the automated message from the beacon

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::Goes to the tactical station, and begins running tactical scans of the station::

Amb_K`Valt says:
::skips from the helm to the upper deck:: All: I believe I have to get my bags to the transporter room.

Adm-Alexander says:
::closing her eyes she clears her mind of the voices she hears on the Scorpius, and turns her senses toward...::

FCO_Heath says:
CO: appears to be 45 life signs at the medical observatory

CIV_Serok says:
:: turns to accompany the Ambassador ::  CO:  By your leave Captain.

Amb_K`Valt says:
CO: I shall be waiting until you have all the authorizations before I transport down of course. Once again thank you for your hospitality Captain.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
Ambassador:  My staff can handle that, Ambassador.  You are our guest while you are onboard.

Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  Captain, may I have a moment of your time?

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
Ambassador:  My pleasure.  ::smiles warmly::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
Alexander:  Of course, Admiral.

Amb_K`Valt says:
::whispers in the Captain's ear: CO: I have a few things that I need to carry myself... Shhh... ::smiles::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
Alexander: My ready room?

Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  Yes please.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
CIV:  Captain, will you please escort the ambassador to his quarters and have his luggage sent there.

FCO_Heath says:
CO: There appear to have been 3 deaths from the blight...the station's compliment is 48

Adm-Alexander says:
::following the CO, she turns towards the RR::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::moves towards the RR::  Alexander: After you, Admiral.

CIV_Serok says:
:: nods at the Captain :: CO:  Aye Sir.

Amb_K`Valt says:
::runs off in the turbolift all happy like a child::

Adm-Alexander says:
::nods and proceeds the CO into the RR::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::enters the RR::

Adm-Alexander says:
::entering the RR, she goes to the end of the table and looks out the window::  CO:  You need to notify your medical staff.  I sensed quite a few sick people over there.  ::nodding towards the station::

Amb_K`Valt says:
::sees the turbolift doors close::   Self: Ooops

CIV_Serok says:
:: turns to follow the Amb only to find he has left with out her ::

Amb_K`Valt says:
Turbolift: My quarters please.

CIV_Serok says:
:: walks to the lift and calls for the lift ::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
Alexander:  I suspected as much.  I'll order Cmdr Garta-Nmbarri to have medical ready.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
Alexander:  But you want to discuss something else, don't you, Sir.  ::looks at her::

Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  Just a gut feeling Aquilla, I would keep a watch on the Ambassador.  I am getting strange vibrations from him.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::looks:: Alexander:  What are you sensing, if I may ask?

FCO_Heath says:
::looks up:: XO:  We have someone on the com, audio only...they don't sound well

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
FCO: Let's here it.

Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  Nothing I can pin down at the moment.  His thoughts keep jumping as if he had no control over his thought processes.

FCO_Heath says:
::switches to speakers:: XO: Aye sir

CIV_Serok says:
:: when the lift arrives, she steps in and orders it to follow the Ambassador ::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
*XO*:  Horn to Cmdr Garta-Nmbarri.  Have medical teams on standby.  We may have a medical emergency on the station.  And also have Capt Serok keep a close eye on the Ambassador ...

Host Gerry says:
@COM: Scorpius:  Hey, good to see you guys.  Listen, we're all pretty sick down here.  I don't know if any of us are going to be a lot of help.

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
COM: Triala: This is Commander Garta-Nmbarri of the Scorpius, can you fill us in on your details?

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
Alexander:  That may just be the nature of his species, but I'll have Captain Serok keep an eye on him.

Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  Who knows Aquilla, he may be as he appears to be... it has been a very long time since I have seen that kind of enthusiasm.

FCO_Heath says:
::notifies sickbay to have med teams on standby:;

Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  Either way ::smiling at her::  a close watch can't hurt.  So tell me, how have you been?

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
Alexander:  I recommend a full quarantine of the station, with only medical personnel allowed to beam over.  And full decon procedures on the way back.

Host Gerry says:
@COM: Scorpius: XO: We've managed...to contain the Rigosian Blight to the medical complex.  We've lost 3 people to it, including the Ambassador, who was here to tour the facility.  Our preliminary investigations say the fail safes went down when a containment generator on the virus room went down.

Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  I concur... better to be safe that sorry.  Personally, I prefer remaining healthy!

CTO_Horn says:
::Enjoys actually having a mission where somebody is not trying to blow him up::

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
COM: Triala: Are you certain that it has been contained to the facility?

Host Gerry says:
@COM: Scorpius: XO: Nothing untoward...it was a unit that we had no parts for and you were bringing replacements for.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::smiles:: Alexander:  Busy, Admiral.  I didn't realize how much work goes into command.

FCO_Heath says:
::continues to monitor their approach::

Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  More than you will ever believe, but I will tell you this, being the Captain is the best thing in the world.  Nothing can ever take the place of it.  Enjoy it while you can Aquilla.  Now, I have kept you long enough.

Host Gerry says:
@COM: Scorpius: XO:  Yes sir, we are that.  When the fail safes went offline, perimeter containments did what they were supposed to do.  Still, you might want to use a dose of innoculan if you come down here...

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
FCO: relay that information to the Medical Department.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::nods and gets up:: Alexander:  I know what you mean.

CIV_Serok says:
:: gets off the lift and heads towards the Ambassadors quarters ::

FCO_Heath says:
XO: Aye sir ::relays the information::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::exits the RR:: XO:  Report, Commander.

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
COM: Triala: We will be taking full medical precautions if we beam down.

Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  After you Captain ::waiting for Aquilla to exit the RR first::

Adm-Alexander says:
CO:  If you don't mind I will just stay here and watch the stars for a while.

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
CO: We have established contact with the station. They have lost 3 personnel, including the previous Ambassador, which we already knew.

CTO_Horn says:
::Approaches AQilla::

Host Gerry says:
@COM: Scorpius: XO:  Good plan, sir.  I need to lie back down now if you don't mind!

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
XO:  Commander, initiate full quarantine of the station.  Only medical personnel are to beam down and all precautions are to be taken.

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
COM: Triala: Understood.  We will be there in a few minutes.

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::Contacts the Medical Department, informing them of the full quarantine, and orders essential medical personnel only to the station when they arrive::

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  The doors to the Ambassador's quarters are under personal-code lock by the ambassador

FCO_Heath says:
XO: ETA 1 minute to standard orbit

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::notices the CTO approaching::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
CTO:  Ryan?

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
CO: Triala reports that they had a containment loss, which is how the blight spread.  However, they also report that their perimeter fields held it to the facility only.

CTO_Horn says:
CO: Have you seen the latest Starfleet Duty Assignments?

CIV_Serok says:
:: arrives at the Ambassadors room and triggers the chime::

FCO_Heath says:
::slows the ship and brings it into standard orbit::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
CTO:  I have.  You have a concern?

CTO_Horn says:
CO: No concerns, but weren’t there any names that jumped out at you?

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
XO:  Understood.

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  CIV's chime on the door goes unanswered

CIV_Serok says:
:: activates the chime yet again ::

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  CIV's chime on the door goes unanswered

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::shakes her head:: CTO:  I only have had a chance to glance at them.

CTO_Horn says:
CO: Sarah has been reinstated to full duty.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::smiles:: CTO:  Really?  Where has she been posted?

CTO_Horn says:
CO: She took a reduction in rank and was made XO on the Sharikar.

CIV_Serok says:
Computer:  Computer, is Ambassador K'Valt in the VIP quarters?

FCO_Heath says:
XO:  We've achieved standard orbit, Sir.

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
FCO: Very good.  

Computer Answers: 
CIV: Ambassador K`Valt is not in his quarters.

XO_Garta-Nmbarri says:
::Notifies the medical personnel that they are in orbit, and to begin transport to the station, reminding them again about the quarantine, and to use EVA suits::

CIV_Serok says:
Computer :  Location of Ambassador K'Valt

FCO_Heath says:
::double checks the flight systems to make sure that all is set::

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
CTO:  You sound concerned ...

Computer Answers: 
CIV:  Ambassador K`Valt is not onboard the Scorpius.

CTO_Horn says:
CO: Have you heard from Russ lately?

CIV_Serok says:
:: taps her com badge ::  *CO*  Captain, the Ambassador is no longer onboard.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
CTO:  No ... I have been meaning to send him a comm but I haven't had the chance.

CTO_Horn says:
CO: He is the one I am concerned about, I haven’t heard from him in some time.

CIV_Serok says:
Computer:  Did he transport off the ship?

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
::looks at Ryan then hears the comm from the CIV:: CIV:  Then where is he?

CIV_Serok says:
*CO*  I am trying to find that out now Captain.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
CTO:  Begin an investigation.  Find out where he went.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
*CIV*:  Liaise with security.  Find him Captain ...

CTO_Horn says:
Self: Frak!

CIV_Serok says:
*CO*  He did not have time to get to a shuttle craft and we would have been notified if a shuttle left the ship.  The logical conclusion is that he either transported off the ship or his life signs have ceased to exist.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
CTO:  Investigate the possibility.  Conduct a full search of the ship.

FCO_Heath says:
CO:  Should I release locks on the Ambassador’s quarters?

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
*CIV*:  Check the transporter logs and get back to me

CIV_Serok says:
Computer:  Override personal lock on |VIP quarters, authorization Serok, alpha 9 1 delta

CTO_Horn says:
*All security Teams*: This is Commander Horn, All teams are to conduct an extensive search of the ship for Ambassador K'Valt.

FCO_Heath says:
ACTION: The door opens.  The dead body of the ambassador is face down on the floor, ten feet from the door.

CIV_Serok says:
*CO*  I have queried the computer to as weather  the Ambassador transported....it is working on the logs now.

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
FCO:  Do it.  *CIV*:  Lt Heath is releasing the locks on the Ambassador's quarters.

CTO_Horn says:
*Security*: Conduct the search with the new protocols in place.

CIV_Serok says:
:: rushes in :: *Sickbay*  Medical emergency, VIP quarters

FCO_Heath says:
::goes to release the lock:: CO: She is already in, Captain

CTO_Horn says:
CO: I am initiating the new security protocols. All Force fields will be in place for containment.

CIV_Serok says:
:: bends down and feels for a pulse:: *CO*  The Ambassador is dead

CO_AQilla_Horn says:
CTO:  Get down there.  Begin a full investigation into the Ambassador's death.

CTO_Horn says:
Self: Frak!

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