USS Sharikahr NCC-81204 - Stardate 10601.12

Armageddon Part VI:
“Just Like Christmas.”

All good things must come to an end or in the case of the Sharikahr some bad things must come to an end. The USS Sharikahr has gone through a great deal since their original mission to the Har-Magedd colony. Instead of becoming friends with these people, the crew was used to bring forth the Armageddon.

Commander Krest of Starfleet Intelligence took command of the Sharikahr and it seems that he abused his new found powers. The entire Senior Staff, with exception of Doctor Cartwright, was brought to the Observation Lounge where they awaited the ship to reach Starbase 8.

After what felt like hours, power around the ship went off, and the Sharikahr docked to Starbase 8.

Security Officers from Starbase 8 materialized throughout the Norway Class vessel. The Deputy Chief of Security spoke with the Senior Staff slightly and informed them that they were to meet Rear Admiral Davis-Patterson in a Conference Room. A few moments later, the crew was transported to the said Conference Room.

When the crew arrived in the Conference Room they took advantage of the Replicator. They now knew that they were not prisoners but many questions still filled their minds. The Admiral entered the Conference Room and the briefing then began.

The Sharikahr crew learned that whatever occurred on the Har-Magedd colony had caused some strange rifts throughout the Alpha Quadrant which allowed for the Borg, Dominion, Breen, and Gorn to begin to overtake them.

The Borg and Dominion have concentrated their forces toward taking over Starfleet where the Breen toward the Klingons and the Gorn toward the Cardassians.

The crew also learned that Admiral Crenshaw and Harlan were missing. This sector would be fully engaged in the fight but the Sharikahr was in need of much needed repairs and refits. Because of this, the crew was granted one week on the Starbase for 'Shore Leave' until these repairs could be made.

We now rejoin the crew of the Sharikahr as they begin to explore their newly refitted ship. Their new mission: to assist Vulcan fight of the Borg threat in their space and destroy the transwarp hub they are attempting to create.

Will the crew of the Sharikahr survive? Will the new Executive Officer have what it takes to help lead this crew? Will the new Chief Science Officer mesh with this crew?

Star Trek: A Call To Duty Is Proud To Present: The USS Sharikahr in “Armageddon” Part VI “Just Like Christmas.”

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ACTION: The Senior Staff of the Sharikahr have just been informed they have been granted access to return to the Sharikahr.

CTO_LtJG_Arinoch says:
::leaving the station's security office with yet another PADD::

CO_Captain_Horn says:
::heads to the Sharikahr, ready to get on board::

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::down in the main computer core making some minor adjustments::

CTO_LtJG_Arinoch says:
::catches a TL to the docking ring, his attention more on the PADD than where he's going::

CO_Captain_Horn says:
*Senior Staff*: This is Captain Horn.  We have access to our ship.  Please get on board and check out your stations as soon as possible.  Once you feel ready to depart, report in person to the bridge.

ACTION: As the crew approach the Docking Ring they notice a line of officers, with Security Checking each of them in.

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
::gathers his things from his temporary quarters, anxious to get back to the Sharikahr::

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
CNS: Are you ready?

XO_Lt_Solaa says:
::is talking to the guard checking her in::

CNS_LtJG_M_Rodos says:
CEO: Yes ::hefts her duffle bag and heads to the docking ring::

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
::pulls out her security clearance card and Wild Winds as well as she nears the docking ring::

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
::grabs his bag and takes the CNS's hand as they leave their quarters::

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
Self: I just hope they don't ask me for the other clearance card as well.

CTO_LtJG_Arinoch says:
::steps out of the TL, and notices a significant gathering of crew about the docking platform, so hangs back at the end of the line::

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::her head inside a console, her arm snakes out and reaches upwards to the control above.  Lightly she taps a few keys, waiting for the response.::

XO_Lt_Solaa says:
Guard: Thanks! ::flashes a flirty smile at him and walks through the airlock to the ship::

CNS_LtJG_M_Rodos says:
::reaches the docking ring just behind the CTO::

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
::WildWind is sitting quietly on his owners shoulder sleeping and his leash firmly in her hand::

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
::with the CNS behind the CTO and nods at him:: CTO: Hey, Donavin.

CNS_LtJG_M_Rodos says:
CTO: Good to see you all recovered. ::smiles::

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::the connections operating as they should, she pulls her head out and replaces the panel::

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
::sees the crew and decides to be the last one on as she doesn't want to be noticed::

XO_Lt_Solaa says:
@::is not looking where she is going and nearly bumps into the CIV:: CIV: Oh, sorry there, I--- ::screams:: OH MY GOD! What is THAT?! ::jumps back pointing at the thing on the CIV's shoulder::

CTO_LtJG_Arinoch says:
::throws a look over his shoulder and nods to both the CEO and CNS:: CEO/CNS: Long overdue congratulations, lieutenants. How was the honeymoon? ::hands his ID over to the guard as he speaks::

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::standing, she taps in a few more commands, making sure all is as it should be::

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
CTO: It was a pleasant change of pace to say the least.

CNS_LtJG_M_Rodos says:
::gets out her ID:: CTO: Wonderful, thanks.

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
@::with the correct response, she activates the main system as it takes over::

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
::gets his ID out for the guard::

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
@XO: Sir, relax it is my pet and he is quite tame and asleep, sir.

XO_Lt_Solaa says:
@::her eyes as big as saucers:: CIV: Oh, no... um... you're not taking... th-that thing to the Bridge I hope...

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
@XO: Sir that is a red-tailed hawk.

CTO_LtJG_Arinoch says:
::pauses as he hears someone scream, thinking the voice sounds vaguely familiar, but dismisses it with a shrug and continues on::

CO_Captain_Horn says:
@::steps on board through the docking ring and heads to the bridge::

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
@XO: Sir no he is my pet and companion.

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
@::WildWind opens one eye sheepishly and goes back to sleep::

XO_Lt_Solaa says:
@CIV: A wh-what what? Oh, um... n-nevermind... some nasty earth creature... Sorry again... ::turns and quickly walks, no runs away in the opposite direction::

CTO_LtJG_Arinoch says:
@::catches sight of Sarah just ahead and tosses a nod in her direction, calling a lift::

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
@XO: Please, sir, he is not a nasty earth creature either he is from Betazed, sir.

CNS_LtJG_M_Rodos says:
::shows her ID to the guard and is let through::

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
@::looks after the poor XO and senses her disgust::

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
::shows his ID to the guard after the CNS and is let through as well::

XO_Lt_Solaa says:
::hops in a turbolift and shudders:: TL: B-Bridge.

CNS_LtJG_M_Rodos says:
@ ::smiles:: CEO: See you after duty

CTO_LtJG_Arinoch says:
@::directs the TL to the security office... he'll catch up on things from there before heading for the bridge::

CO_Captain_Horn says:
@::steps off the lift onto the bridge::

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
@::smiles back at her:: CNS: Have a good day, hun.

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
::waits for the last of the crew to board and then walks up to the security guard and shows both SF ID's::

XO_Lt_Solaa says:
@::steps onto the Bridge and walks down to her chair, but stands up to wait for the Captain::

ACTION: As the Sharikahr crew enters the Bridge they will notice many changes. The Operations and Flight Control Consoles have been replaced with more advanced modules, the Command Ring Chairs have been replaced to include battle controls, and all of the consoles throughout the Bridge have a strange blue/green glow to them.

CNS_LtJG_M_Rodos says:
@ ::quickly heads to her office and drops the duffle bag off::

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
@::makes his way to his quarters to drop his bag off before heading to engineering to run a pre-launch check on all systems::

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
@::walks up the ramp and onto the Sharikahr and stops to look briefly in on the bridge and notices some changes that are familiar but stays as surprised as the rest::

CTO_LtJG_Arinoch says:
@::steps off the turbolift, and enters the security office, nodding once to the on duty petty officer on his way to his office::

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
@ ::sighs with relief that it was finally as it should be, especially given the crew should be boarding soon::

CNS_LtJG_M_Rodos says:
@::enters the TL near her office:: TL: Bridge

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
@::heads for her quarters and unpacks and sets up WildWind's perch and doesn't have to say a word as he takes off for it::

CTO_LtJG_Arinoch says:
::sits down at his desk, logs in, and calls up the latest reports on the front lines, checking for recent updates::

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::locking the core commands, she exits the room and makes her way to the bridge::

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
::enters Engineering noticing most of his staff are already there, performing checks on all of the systems::

CNS_LtJG_M_Rodos says:
::exits the TL and enters the Bridge::

XO_Lt_Solaa says:
::looks around at everyone on the Bridge and tries to remember their faces::

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
Self: This is cozy. ::looks around at the quarters an makes note of the small changes an smiles::

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::tucking in a few loose strands of hair, she steps into the turbolift:: Computer: Computer, bridge.

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
Dag: Ensign, I want a full listing of the ships enhancements in ten minutes.

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
::looks at her pet and knows he will do as he is told and heads for the bridge and her station::

ACTION: There have been many changes to Main Engineering. The Warp Core seems to have been upgraded to include a secondary power system that would be able to re-power the core if main power was somehow offline.

CO_Captain_Horn says:
::steps up to her chair and plays with it before sitting::

CNS_LtJG_M_Rodos says:
::notices the changes and goes to her new chair::

CTO_LtJG_Arinoch says:
::gives a low whistle as he reviews the recent reports, then shuts down his console... they should be leaving soon::

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
Thompson: Start checking and double checking the plasma and power transfer conduits, make sure everything is flowing nicely.

CNS_LtJG_M_Rodos says:
CO: Good morning, Captain!

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
::exits the TL and walks onto the bridge and looks carefully photographically memorizing everything and where it is::

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::as the lift stops, she pauses a moment, taking in those who are currently there, before stepping onto the deck::

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
::stops in his tracks as he notices the secondary power system on the core:: Self: Oh wow... what is this?

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
::nods in approval and heads for her station::

XO_Lt_Solaa says:
::sits down in her chair as well:: CO/CNS: Well, these are nifty...

CO_Captain_Horn says:
CNS: Good morning, Counselor. ::smiles::

ACTION: The Sharikahr receives an incoming hail from the Starbase.

CNS_LtJG_M_Rodos says:
::sits down:: XO: They are indeed

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
CO/XO: Sirs Lt Jg Brianna Josanna Rochelle Reporting for duty, sirs.

CO_Captain_Horn says:
*Senior Staff*: All Senior Staff should check their departments.  Once you are in the green and ready to depart report, in person, to the bridge.

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
::presents her PADD with her orders and a second one as well::

XO_Lt_Solaa says:
::merely looks at the CIV, glad that the bird is gone::

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
::enters his work area and begins checking the reaction statistics for the core::

CO_Captain_Horn says:
CIV: Welcome.  Please take a position at Operations.

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
CO:  Science is cleared.

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
XO: Sir, my pet will remain in quarters so that he will not up set you again.  Rest assured that he is fully trained better than humans.

CTO_LtJG_Arinoch says:
::steps out of his office and heads back to the TL, directing it to the bridge::

CO_Captain_Horn says:
::raises her eyebrows:: XO: Problem with Lieutenant Rochelle's hawk?

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
CO: Yes sir.  ::turns and takes her station and does her routine diagnostics and checks::

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::with a nod of greeting to the captain and first officer, steps over to her console to make sure all her staff has reported aboard::

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
::speaks without looking:: Davis: Check the secondary systems and make sure we've got plenty of backup power. Also, get Selvik to check on the IDF and SIF systems.

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
CO: Sir, incoming hail.

CO_Captain_Horn says:
CIV: On screen, please.

CNS_LtJG_M_Rodos says:
::turns on her console, impressed by the new enhancements::

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
::taps the console:: CO: On screen, sir.

Host RADM_Davis-Patterson says:
#COM: Sharikahr: CO: Captain, I take it all is well and you are finding these new enhancements efficient?

CTO_LtJG_Arinoch says:
::steps out of the TL and onto the bridge, throwing a nod in the direction of the command center and very nearly loses his balance as he catches sight of Ryn, but heads for his console anyway::

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::looks at a note she left herself and sighs before turning around to look at the viewscreen::

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
::smiles as the Admiral's face is lighting up the viewscreen::

XO_Lt_Solaa says:
CO: Yes... her... whatever it was... oh, nevermind... ::looks to the screen::

EO_Dag says:
CEO: Sir, the report you requested. ::hands the CEO a PADD::

ACTION: As the CTO heads for his console he trips.

CO_Captain_Horn says:
::turns to the screen:: COM: Admiral: We are checking into all of the enhancements now, Admiral.  So far, they seem very fitting for our new assignment.

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
EO: Thanks Dag... go help Selvik with the IDF systems, make sure everything is in working order.

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
*CEO*: Sir I hope your engine room is all it is supposed to be and then some?

EO_Dag says:
::nods at the CEO and goes off to begin his work::

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
::smiles, looking at the improved core:: *CIV*: And then some indeed.

Host RADM_Davis-Patterson says:
#COM: Sharikahr: CO: I am glad to hear it, Captain. I would like for the Sharikahr to depart as soon as possible. Are you nearly prepared?

CTO_LtJG_Arinoch says:
::nearly introduces himself to his console head first, but kind of manages to half sit, half fall into his chair::

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
*CEO*: Good, when you have a report on your readiness I would like it at your leisure.

CNS_LtJG_M_Rodos says:
::notices the CTO trip:: CTO: Are you all right?

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
*CIV*: Aye, we're on it. Rodos out.

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::until the conversation is over, she turns back to station, little for her to do until they head out.  She had already gone over everything more then once::

CO_Captain_Horn says:
COM: Admiral: Once I have the green lights from my department chiefs, we'll be requesting departure.

Host RADM_Davis-Patterson says:
#COM: Sharikahr: CO: Understood, Captain. Patterson out. ::she cuts the comm::

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
*CEO*: Understood Rochelle out.

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
Engineering: Alright everyone, let's double-time it and get this show on the road!

CO_Captain_Horn says:
::watches the screen go to the Star Fleet symbol:: Self: Good bye and good luck to you too Admiral. ::shakes her head slightly and takes her seat::

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
::runs a few more scans on the warp core, realizing that there's a higher energy ratio due to the improvements and nods in approval::

XO_Lt_Solaa says:
::is not all that excited to be rushing to her death, but is calm anyway::

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
::continues to do her diagnostics::

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::as the comm ends, turns around toward the captain.::  CO:  Ma'am I was to inform you the Admiral has also added a small gift for you.

CTO_LtJG_Arinoch says:
::logs into his console, and runs his standard battery of diagnostics, before turning his attention to the command center:: CO/XO: Weapons systems and shields appear at the ready. When they said increased firepower, they weren't joking.

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
::checks the power grids and allotments and makes sure the navigational systems are also functioning properly for the FCO when she returns to her station::

CNS_LtJG_M_Rodos says:
XO: Have you met many more of the Sharikahr's crew this week?

CO_Captain_Horn says:
CSO: Sounds like the Admiral is just full of surprises this week.  Where might I find this gift?

XO_Lt_Solaa says:
CNS: Uhhhmmmm... no, not really. To tell the truth I've been rather anti-social.

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
CO:  Down in the shuttle bay.  Another Runabout has been added to the compliment. Waiting for you to name her.

XO_Lt_Solaa says:
CNS: And it wasn't like most people were off... having fun? ::smirks at her, referring to her honeymoon::

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
CO: Sir, all stations have reported green.

CNS_LtJG_M_Rodos says:
::smiles:: XO: The next time we have some downtime, I'll make it up by cooking for everyone

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
::shrugs::

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
::starts getting confirmation of system checks from his staff::

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
CO: Sir, OPS ready sir.

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
Dag: You're in charge, I'll be on the Bridge. Make sure we get a smooth ride out.

EO_Da says:
CEO: Aye sir. ::smiles as the CEO quickly heads out of engineering::

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
::hops on the nearest turbolift:: TL: Bridge.

CO_Captain_Horn says:
CTO: Well, Mr. Arinoch, is Tactical ready? ::is ready to get this show on the road::

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
Self: This is may prove to be an interesting ride.

CO_Captain_Horn says:
CSO: I'll go down to take a peek just as soon as we are underway. ::smiles, remembering her days as a simple pilot::

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
::can sense all the emotions on the bridge and smiles::

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
::arrives on the bridge and quickly makes his way to the engineering station, taking a quick glance around at the new look of things:: CO: Engineering is green, ma'am, we're ready for departure.

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::nods and turns back to her station::

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
::takes his seat and enables the console::

CTO_LtJG_Arinoch says:
::blinks, having thought that was kind of what he said:: CO: Ready and waiting to test out the new toys, Captain. Aye.

CO_Captain_Horn says:
CEO: How does Engineering look to you Mr. Rodos?

CO_Captain_Horn says:
::looks back at Falor::

CO_Captain_Horn says:
CTO: Good to hear.

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
::hands moving fluidly over her console::

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
CO: It looks even better than I left it, to tell you the truth. ::smiles::

XO_Lt_Solaa says:
::smiles and starts a new novel, appropriate for their first mission out::

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
::remembers what Rianna said to her three days ago::

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
::turns and looks back at the CO::

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
CO: Operations is ready, sir.

CO_Captain_Horn says:
CIV: Contact the Starbase for clearance.  Let's get going.

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::her fingers lightly dance along the console as she double checks the computer is interlocked and functioning at each station::

CNS_LtJG_M_Rodos says:
::notices the new CIV at OPS::

CTO_LtJG_Arinoch says:
::runs just one more weapons diagnostic, just in case::

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::as each button on her console lights up she nods::

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
COMM: Starbase Operations: This is USS Sharikahr requesting permission to disembark.

SB_OPS says:
#COM: Sharikahr: CIV: Permission granted, Lieutenant. Good luck.

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
COMM: Starbase Operations: USS Sharikahr disembarking, and thanks.

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
CO: Permission is granted, sir.

CTO_LtJG_Arinoch says:
::gets the all clear from the diagnostics, and nods, sitting back and watching the show::

XO_Lt_Solaa says:
::looks down at her console and frowns:: CNS: It's like reading Klingon on this thing...

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
::raises eyebrow::  Self: Klingon?????? Hm......

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::sighs as everything seems to be checking in so far, wondering who the captain might shoot over this::

XO_Lt_Solaa says:
CNS: Which of course... I can't... ::smiles to herself::

CNS_LtJG_M_Rodos says:
XO: I can if you need help ::smiles::

CO_Captain_Horn says:
CIV: Disengage docking clamps.  Set us free to float.

CO_Captain_Horn says:
Flight: When we're free, take us out, 1/4 impulse.

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
CO: Understood.

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
CEO: Disengaging docking clamps now.

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::hearing the first officers comment.::  XO: The console is designed for voice activation as well as being able to guide you through its operation.

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
CEO: Ship is now floating freely.

ACTION: Docking clamps are disengaged.

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
CO: At your leisure.

FCO_Ens_Ringwald says:
CO: Aye, captain. ::waits for the CIV's signal, and carefully maneuvers the ship away from the station, making a quarter impulse::

XO_Lt_Solaa says:
CSO: Oh... well that's nice of them I guess... I'll um, figure it out eventually...

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
::hands float effortlessly over console::

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::thinks now if it just minds its manners::

CO_Captain_Horn says:
::grips the edges of her armrests, leaving a starbase for the first time since she became Captain:: Flight: Let's go. ::smiles::

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::nods toward the XO::

FCO_Ens_Ringwald says:
::makes a very minor course correction, bringing the Sharikahr just over top of the last marker, before beginning to increase speed::

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
::watches her console and the power consumption monitors::

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::keeps a very close eye on the added panel above her console as each part of the ship is tested::

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
CSO: Sir, you have sufficient power for your systems?

FCO_Ens_Ringwald says:
CO: Captain, estimate 1 hour ETA at warp 8. At warp 9 we'll cut it down to 20 minutes.

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
CIV: All systems reading normal.

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
::monitors the power transfer systems, making sure everything is running smoothly::

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
CSO: Understood. If you need anything just holler.

CO_Captain_Horn says:
FCO: Stay at warp 8 until everyone is completely comfortable with the new upgrades in each department.  I want time to make sure we know what this ship can do.

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::her eyes roving the small screen she notes one of the systems readings off and makes the required adjustment to bring it into alliance with specs::

FCO_Ens_Ringwald says:
::nods, and turns the ship just a degree or two to starboard, and punches it to warp 8::

Computer says:
CSO: You do know that those corrections are unnecessary. I am capable of doing them properly.

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
::raises an eyebrow at the computer's voice::

CTO_LtJG_Arinoch says:
::also raises an eyebrow, figuring the last thing they need is a computer with an attitude::

CO_Captain_Horn says:
XO: You have the bridge.  I want to go see that shuttle.

XO_Lt_Solaa says:
CO: We have computers with snippy personalities now?

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::lifts a brow.::  Computer:  This is true. And you should have noted them before I did and made the adjustment. Do I need to make a few minor adjustments to you?

XO_Lt_Solaa says:
CO: Oh, aye, sir.

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
::smiles at the emotions she is feeling from the surprised bridge crew::

CTO_LtJG_Arinoch says:
::glances back toward the command center, then back to his console, and starts running his long range scans::

Computer says:
CSO: I am perfectly fine, Lieutenant So'tosh. I was simply monitoring the crew's personality profiles so I could achieve a complete understanding of them.

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
CTO: Your power is ok?

CO_Captain_Horn says:
::stands:: XO: Someone's idea of a joke, probably.  See if someone can't make sure the computer's attitude won't interfere with its functions.

CNS_LtJG_M_Rodos says:
::looks surprised at that::

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
Self: I don't think I like the idea of a computer having an 'understanding' of a crew.

XO_Lt_Solaa says:
CO: Yes, ma'am.

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
Computer:  That is notable.  However, the ship's responses are your first priority.

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
::turns and looks at the CSO conversing with the computer::

Computer says:
CO: I assure you, Captain Horn, that I will not interfere with your crew's work. CSO: That is correct, Lieutenant. Only a minor inconvenience.

CO_Captain_Horn says:
::pauses in her walk to the turbolift:: Computer: State the purpose of your programming to analyze the crew.

XO_Lt_Solaa says:
CNS: I don't think I like this new system...

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::sighs as she turns toward the Captain::

CTO_LtJG_Arinoch says:
::is trying to decide which is worse, a snippy computer or a chief of sciences arguing with said snippy computer::

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
XO: I don't either

Computer says:
CO: To become better acquainted with the crew so I may function to your needs.

CNS_LtJG_M_Rodos says:
XO: It is very disconcerting

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
::smiles as the computer answers the question::

Computer says:
XO: Lieutenant Solaa, have I offended you in some manner?

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::leans back against the console to watch things unfold::

XO_Lt_Solaa says:
::jumps when the computer addresses her:: Computer: Um... no, no right now, Computer, but you are on your way there if you keep up.

CTO_LtJG_Arinoch says:
::goes back to concentrating on his scans, leaving the command staff to deal with a haywire computer::

CO_Captain_Horn says:
Computer: This crew is not used to such a personality to a computer.  Please quietly go about your duties and allow my staff to do their duties as well.

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::shakes her head wondering if this was what they got after a week of her arguing with the unit::

Host Computer says:
CO: As you wish, Captain. XO: I assure you that was not my intention nor will it ever be.

XO_Lt_Solaa says:
Computer: Well then do as you're told and stop analyzing personalities.

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
Computer: Run level 3 diagnostic of all power allotment grids.

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::mumbles under her breath:: Self: Nooo... just to annoy and argue with me.

CNS_LtJG_M_Rodos says:
::smiles at the crews reaction to the Computer::

CO_Captain_Horn says:
All: Just think of it as a holoprogram attached to our ship's computer system.  Try not to worry about it.  It's only following its programming.  I'll thank the Admiral for our extra gift.

Host Computer says:
XO: You are rather hostile, Lieutenant. Perhaps a Holoprogram is in order.

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
::mumbles something about renegade computer systems::

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
::waits on the computer to perform the required task::

XO_Lt_Solaa says:
Computer: Thanks for the suggestion. I'll let you know when I find the time.

ACTION: The report appears on the CIV's screen.

Host Computer says:
XO: That is acceptable.

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
Computer: Thank you and now do a level 3 diagnostic on all reserve power systems.

CO_Captain_Horn says:
::shakes her head, knowing she'll find the perfect way to truly "thank" the Admiral for that one and leaves the bridge::

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::relaxes a bit as the admiral's surprise could have gone over much worse::

Host Computer says:
CO: Captain, may I ask you a question?

CNS_LtJG_M_Rodos says:
::tries to remain professional while suppressing laughter::

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
Computer: Thank you.

CTO_LtJG_Arinoch says:
::is still running scans, and keeping himself from laughing out loud... even though it's oh so tempting::

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
Self: I say disable the damn conversationalist functionality and just let the computer do what it’s told like it’s supposed to.

XO_Lt_Solaa says:
Computer: The Captain is busy at the moment, so no, you may not ask her a question. Do as you're told, please.

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
XO: Everything is in order sir. Ships functions are within normal parameters.

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
::goes back to work on monitoring the engineering systems::

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::turns back to her station:: Computer:  We have had this 'discussion' before.  You must not begin random conversations with the crew.  Your task, especially until they become accustomed to this, is to simply follow orders.

XO_Lt_Solaa says:
CIV: Good good...

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
::nods to the XO::

Host Computer says:
CSO: I understand, Lieutenant. However, I am eager to learn more.

CO_Captain_Horn says:
::laughs out loud in the turbolift:: Self: We are about to face the Borg and we are given a computer with an desire to be more human...go figure.

CO_Captain_Horn says:
Computer: Yes?

CEO_LtJG_Rodos says:
::is just getting downright frustrated with the computer::

XO_Lt_Solaa says:
::looks sideways at the CSO and wondering why she is encouraging the computer::

Host Computer says:
CO: Do you not like the abilities I have been programmed with?

CTO_LtJG_Arinoch says:
::fine-tunes the sensors a little bit, continuing his scans... this close to a Borg transwarp hub a talkative computer is the least of their issues::

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
CSO:  I know you are and the curiosity is admirable.  However... everything has its place and time and that is an important lesson you must learn.

CO_Captain_Horn says:
Computer: You are...unique.  It will take some getting used to.

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
::hands move smoothly over her console making the tiniest adjustments::

CIV_LtJG_Rochelle says:
Self: That is it. It is a Borg interface.

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