USS Sharikahr Mission # 375
High speed chases, running fire fights, and of all other things that could possibly raise hell with this mission, a Starfleet ship gone mad.
Who ordered the madness with a side order of chaos? And... who wants it back?

Star Trek: A Call to Duty
Is proud to present,
The USS Sharikahr in,
"Trial by Fire - Battle Lines"
Stardate 10905.31

Starring:
Christopher D. as Captain Savar Dickinson, CO
Anne B. as Commander Millicent Arinoch, XO
Lisa B. as Lieutenant Commander Keely Carissa Calahan, CMO
Karriaunna S. as Lieutenant Commander So'tsoh, CSO
Amber H. as Lieutenant Commander Amber Haynes-Cartwright, CNS 
Jeremy C. as Lt. Logan Cartwright, OPS
James H. as Lieutenant Donavin Arinoch, CTO

Produced by:
Enrico T.
Directed by: 
James H.

= /\ = /\ = Begin Mission = /\ = /\ =
OPS_Lt_Cartwright says:
::In sickbay waiting to get discharged.::
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
# :: On the planet, having finished filling in Teyol while the others empty his shuttle of specimens::
OPS_Lt_Cartwright says:
Self: Technically, I have the credentials to discharge myself.
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
::boarding the San Sebastian, her eyes red with tears::

@Scene: The firefight is still visible, if only vaguely. It's difficult to determine who's winning, but easy to determine the distance is still increasing.

Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
@<TAC_CPO_King> CO: Captain?  We may need to reassess our plans.  The ships continue to pull away from us.
Host JamesH says:
<CTO_Lt_Arinoch> ::begins to stir ever so slightly on his biobed, but not making any significant movement yet::
OPS_Lt_Cartwright says:
::Sitting on the biobed watching the CTO's vitals.::
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
#:: The pair of them set out to the main encampment::
CMO_LtCmdr_Calahan says:
::examining scans of the CEO's spine::
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
::makes her way to the San Sebastian's Sick Bay at a near run::
OPS_Lt_Cartwright says:
::Puts an icepack on his newly mended ribs.::

@ACTION: The Klingon mercenaries ship moves nearby Savar's shuttle. A laser beam now connects the two ships.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
@King: A logical choice.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
@<TAC_WO_Merk> CO: Cap'n Savar?  Laser system has connected to the Klingons.  They must be nearby.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
@Merk: Hail them.  Have them take us aboard.
Host Enrico says:
@<B'Moth>COM: Savar: Captain...how can I be of help to you? Do you want me to crush the rebels?
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
# :: as they walk, they work out a cover intro::
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
::stops outside Sick Bay to catch her breath and compose herself before entering::
OPS_Lt_Cartwright says:
::Looks at the other MOs, wondering if he'll be discharge and sent back to duty soon.::
Host JamesH says:
<CTO_Lt_Arinoch> ::lazily, one eye drifts open, but that's all... it closes again after another moment or two::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
@COM: B'Moth: HoD B'Moth.  If you take us aboard, I can better subdue the rogue vessel.
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
::enters the Sick Bay seemingly calm, her reddened eyes the only indication anything is wrong::
OPS_Lt_Cartwright says:
::Looks over at Millie then at Donavin.:: XO: He's going to be ok.

@ACTION: What little remains of the fight disappears from scanners.

Host Enrico says:
@<B'Moth>: COM: CO Sure Captain. You have permission to come aboard with your crew. ::orders something in Klingon:: I will see you shortly. ::turns off the comunications::
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
# :: As they pass the outer edges, she notes a bit of tension but nothing much out of ordinary.   With a lifted brow she looks at her cousin, a touch of wryness in her voice::  Teyol:  Perhaps those most opposed to the governor are the ones on our ship.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
@Pilot: Take us in, pilot.  Quickly.
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
OPS: Of course he is.
OPS_Lt_Cartwright says:
XO: Don't try to kid me Millie, I could feel your emotions before you even boarded.

#Info: An armed security officer in civilian clothing brushes past the CSO and her cousin. From out of a building emerges 3 more.

@ACTION: Savar's shuttle activates the thrusters and slowly approaches the Klingons ship. Then with an able maneuver helm brings the shuttle in the cramped Klingon's shuttle bay.

CMO_LtCmdr_Calahan says:
::gets told by a nurse that the XO is in sickbay....turns and walks out of the back room to spot Arinoch:: XO: Commander...
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
::fixes him with the "look":: OPS: I have no idea what you're talking about.
Host JamesH says:
<CTO_Lt_Arinoch> ::almost too slowly to be realistic, one eye opens, and then the other... painfully, he shifts a little where he lays::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
@Pilot/TAC: Watch the shuttle.  King/Merk: Let's go.  :: Exits the shuttle as quickly as possible, looking for either an escort or the door to the command center ::
OPS_Lt_Cartwright says:
::Smirks and shakes his head.::
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
CMO: Doctor.
OPS_Lt_Cartwright says:
Self: No good deed, goes unpunished.
CMO_LtCmdr_Calahan says:
XO: What can I do for you? ::figures she is here about her husband, but waits...::

@ACTION: Savar is met by a Klingon in a semi official uniform that leads his team to the bridge. The Vulcan's nose is hit by the intensity of the smells aboard this ship as if he hit a wall.

CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
# <Teyol> CSO: I highly doubt it, that would be too easy and not my experience with humans in general.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
@:: Tries to breathe through his teeth ::
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
CMO: I was told my husband was under your care. What is his condition?
CMO_LtCmdr_Calahan says:
XO: Why don't we talk in one of the offices over here. ::smiles slightly and motions the XO toward a room off to the side::
OPS_Lt_Cartwright says:
::Picks up the PADD next to his biobed, reading his prognosis.:: Out loud: Four days off duty?!
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
# Teyol: These colonists are not all human.  :: looks at the armed civilian as. he brushes past, then at her cousin.  They say nothing more as they step off to the side, watching 3 more exiting another building::

#Scene: Off in the distance, yelling can be heard. Words are difficult to make out, even for the Vulcan’s sharpened hearing.

XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
::goes where the doctor indicates::
Host Enrico says:
@<Klingon escort> CO: You gotta love the smell of Ga'gh getting sour....it gives it a very different flavor. For some reason it reacts this way to the neutrino night.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
# :: they head toward the disturbance::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
@Escort: The Klingons I knew enjoyed fresh food.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
# :: There long strides soon have them nearing...::

#Scene: As they draw nearer, words begin to be somewhat made out. "We... peace! ... blood... war!" They steadily grow a little more understandable as they draw nearer.

OPS_Lt_Cartwright says:
::Shakes his head, irritated then regrets doing so as he gets woozy again.::

@ACTION: The CO and his team are lead into the small, dark bridge of the Gortuk. A targ growls when the Federation's team enters the bridge. B'Moth hits the Targ on the head with one of his gargantuan hands.

@ACTION: From near the front of the bridge as the door eases open, a grunt eminates from what serves as the tactical console. "Scanners are detecting an unidentified object at extreme range."
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
@B'Moth: HoD.  What is our range?
Host JamesH says:
#<protesters> We voted... peace! Not blood... war!
Host Enrico says:
@<B'Moth>CO: Range to what? ::belches, and looks slightly drunk::
Host JamesH says:
@<TO_K'Ran> B'Moth: Object is approaching our position at half-impulse. Speed is... ::pauses to confirm:: decreasing.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
@<TAC_CPO_King> B'Moth: The Sharikahr and Minerva, you Ha'DIbaH!
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
# :: Their hands go near their phasers as the pause just out of site of the dissenters::

#Scene: Not far from the first protest, the beginnings of a second seem to be taking shape. Their outcries can't yet be heard over the first, however.

@ACTION: B'moth, insulted, throws the unconscious Targ at King...but being slightly drunk takes some mighty time doing that.

Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
@<TAC_CPO_King> :: Steps slightly to the left ::  Self: Drunk.
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
::enters the room indicated and sits, waiting for the CMO::
OPS_Lt_Cartwright says:
::Slides off the biobed and walks over to the CTO.:: CTO: Maybe, you'll be a little more gracious that I saved your life, once you wake up.
Host JamesH says:
<CTO_Lt_Arinoch> ::begins to shift a little more, glancing somewhat lazily around sickbay::
OPS_Lt_Cartwright says:
::Looks at the CTO's vitals, then back as he starts to stir.:: CTO: Wake up before your wife comes back in here. She's scared to death.
Host Enrico says:
@<B'moth> CO: Their last exchange of fire was at 25 minutes light. Now something is approaching at half impulse. Could be one of them. Crew: Raise Shields.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
@B'Moth: What approaches?
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
# :: the pair of them look at each other, both tempted to step in, but this is not their planet or their battle... unless they were responsible for the taking of the Sharikahr.::
Host Enrico says:
@<B'Moth> K'Ran: What are your sensors reading?
CMO_LtCmdr_Calahan says:
::walks in, the door to the office slides closed behind her and she sits down in a chair adjacent to her::

@ACTION: Shields go up, and an alarm sounds throughout the ship. The weapons officer responds. "Unidentified object is still at extreme range. I can't obtain an exact lock without exposing our position."

XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
::clasps her hands in her lap so that no one can see them shake::
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
# :: After a moment of consideration, motions for Teyol to remain and moves off far enough not to be heard, then quietly...::  *CO*:  Captain Savar, please respond.
OPS_Lt_Cartwright says:
CTO: Wake up before I go Doctor Death on you and pour ice water down your pants.
Host JamesH says:
<CTO_Lt_Arinoch> ::stretches just slightly, and attempts a sort of half smirk:: OPS: Good to see you too, Logan.
Host Enrico says:
@<B'moth> K'Ran: Switch sensors to active. Helm: move to intercept. ALL: Prepare disruptors.
CMO_LtCmdr_Calahan says:
::speaks gently and clearly:: XO: Your husband was injured, but we were able to stabilize him. He is in recovery and should be able to wake up soon on his own, or we can revive him if needed.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
# :: receiving no response, tries to make contact with the governor::
CMO_LtCmdr_Calahan says:
::smiles slightly, and waits to for a reaction from the XO::
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
::the sense of relief flooding from the XO can be felt clearly by Logan and probably anyone else with an ounce of empathetic ability::

@ACTION: Immediately, and before the order is finished leaving their captain's lips, his crew snaps into action. It takes only a few seconds before K'Ran replies, "I have an identification. It's Starfleet. Scanners indicate USS Minerva." His eyes grow cold. "They have taken damage."

CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
# :: As she waits, she turns toward Teyol and the gathering::

#Scene: Both protests now equal in volume. So much so that their proclamations seem almost mutually lost in the noise.

Host Enrico says:
@<B'Moth>::looks perplexed for a few seconds then turns toward Savar:: CO: Any orders?
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
@:: Worried, and sees the emotion reflected on the Minerva's tactical crewmen ::  B'Mor: Are they receiving communications?
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
::gives the CMO a small smile:: CMO: Thank you for your excellent care.

#Scene: Out of the corner of Sin's eye, she can see a formation of armed guards, all civilian, taking shape nearest the first protest.

CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
# :: She does not need Teyol looking at her to hear that things are escalating.  Tries again to make contact with the governor::
OPS_Lt_Cartwright says:
::Frowns.:: CTO: Well I guess my assurance wasn't good enough for her, but it seems like Dr. Calahan's was. Now wake up you stubborn.....
CMO_LtCmdr_Calahan says:
::smiles a bit more relaxed now that she senses relief from the XO:: XO: Not a problem.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
# :: Steps behind a tree, watching, noting Teyol has also vanished from obvious site.::
Host Enrico says:
@<B'Moth>CO: We can try to send a beam out, but it will take time. It would be faster if we moved to intercept.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
@B'Moth: Do so.
CMO_LtCmdr_Calahan says:
XO: Would you like to see him now?
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
CMO: If you do not mind I will look in on him for a few minutes then I must "rally the troops" as it were. The Sharikahr has been hijacked.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
# : slips her phaser from its holster and without glancing down, runs a finger along the edges, double checking its setting::

@ACTION: The Klingon Captain yells an order and the old Bird of Prey moves forward at full impulse.

CMO_LtCmdr_Calahan says:
XO: I heard. ::stands:: This way then. ::walks out and leads the XO toward the biobed of the CTO, and looks over at OPS::
CMO_LtCmdr_Calahan says:
OPS: You're still here? ::raises an eyebrow, and picks up his chart to glance at it::
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
::notices instantly that the CTO is awake and smiles::

@ACTION: As they draw closer, the weapons officer displays a shakey image on screen. It possesses a striking resemblance to USS Minerva. Her shields flicker every so often, and there are definite battle scars on her hull.

OPS_Lt_Cartwright says:
CTO: I tried to tell her you were ok, but, you know, its not like I'm a doctor or anything.
Host JamesH says:
<CTO_Lt_Arinoch> ::shrugs slightly, then immediately regrets it:: OPS: She's married. Tell me Amber wouldn't do the same.
Host JamesH says:
@<OPS_S'tosh> B'Moth: They are hailing.
OPS_Lt_Cartwright says:
CTO: Who do you think patched me up?
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
# :: No response, she waits, unable at the moment to do anything given they were civilians and she was Starfleet.... unless they started killing each other or there was indication they were involved with the taking of the Sharikahr, then their status changed::
Host Enrico says:
@<B'Moth> OPS: On Screen. CO: You may want to take this one.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
@:: Steps into the center area ::
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
::affectionately teases:: CTO: Hopefully you'll be able to quit taking up the good Doctor's time and resources soon. ::grows serious:: CTO/OPS: They've taken our home.

@ACTION: A static-filled image flickers onto the display. It fades out for a moment, then comes back slightly stronger. In the center chair, however, is not commander Prisca.
CMO_LtCmdr_Calahan says:
::presses her thumb to the PADD:: OPS: Well, you must be off duty and resting for... four days. Can you do that?
OPS_Lt_Cartwright says:
::Looks at the XO, then back at the CMO.:: XO: I'm unfit for duty for the next 4 days ma'am.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
@COM: Minerva: Commander Prisca.
OPS_Lt_Cartwright says:
CMO: If I don't, the wife will kill me.
Host Lt_Cmdr_Jadhav says:
<CTO_Lt_Arinoch> ::nods slightly, then winces:: XO: I know... I was there. Remember?
Host Lt_Cmdr_Jadhav says:
$COM: CO: Afraid not, sir. She... injured in the exchange with the Sharikahr.
Host Lt_Cmdr_Jadhav says:
$COM: CO: Lieutenant commander Amol Jadhav, ship's first officer.
OPS_Lt_Cartwright says:
XO: Whatever you do, take Salan. He's good bet in my place.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
@COM: Minerva: Commander Jadhav.  What's your status?
Host Lt_Cmdr_Jadhav says:
#Scene: The situation quickly rockets from bad to worse. The occasional projectile is let go from one group to another.
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
OPS: I will take you recommendation.
Host Lt_Cmdr_Jadhav says:
$COM: CO: We took it pretty hard. They targetted our radar equipment primarily, but they hit our secondary power transfer conduits in the process.
OPS_Lt_Cartwright says:
CMO: How long is Donavin off duty?
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
@COM: Minerva: Did you get any idea of who the hijackers were?
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
# :: with no response from either men, she tries to contact the vice-governor::
Host Lt_Cmdr_Jadhav says:
$COM: CO: No, sir. They wouldn't respond to hails. The commander's order to lower their shields resulted in phaser fire.
CMO_LtCmdr_Calahan says:
::hands the OPS chart to an orderly nearby:: OPS: You're released then. And the CTO is not released yet, so once he's had a few days of rest in here, we shall see.
CMO_LtCmdr_Calahan says:
::glances at the XO and CTO::

#ACTION: the CSO call is taken by the Colonial government communication Center who patches her straight to the Vice Governor.

OPS_Lt_Cartwright says:
CTO: Well, since I won't have anything better to do, if the Doc will allow it, I'll pop in and visit....probably often.
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
CTO/OPS/CMO: The situation is pretty bad. The CO is in pursuit in a shuttle. I assume he's trying to meet the Minerva as they are already in pursuit. Neutrino night has put us out of contact though.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
@COM: Jadhav: Is your primary power systems functional?  We may need to consider the Sharikahr lost until the neutrino emissions pass.
Host Enrico says:
#<Vice_Governor_Martinez>: *CSO*: Commander how are you and what can I do for you. ::with disturbances on the signal::
Host Lt_Cmdr_Jadhav says:
<CTO_Lt_Arinoch> ::just sighs:: XO: Ensign Mills should be on the dockyard. If you need an assault specialist, I trained him myself. ::smirks ever so slightly:: Someone had to babysit Sharikahr while I was away.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
# *Vice Governor*:  You have a situation of dissention between two factions that is becoming volatile.  :: gives him the coordinates::
OPS_Lt_Cartwright says:
XO: What is the consequences of violating Doctor's Orders? ::Looks at the CTO and gives the slightest of grins.::
Host Lt_Cmdr_Jadhav says:
$COM: CO: They are, but weakened. My chief engineer tells me we're looking at 85 percent if we don't get some maintenance time.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
@:: Dry wit ::  COM: Jadhav: I believe a dry dock facility has just become available.
CMO_LtCmdr_Calahan says:
::raises an eyebrow at OPS and puts her hands on her hips::
Host Enrico says:
#<ViceGovernor>: I will send you immediately Commissar Noir and a tactical squad. Thank you Commander. Please stay away, Our people will fly there shortly. Martinez out.
CMO_LtCmdr_Calahan says:
OPS: Try it, I dare you. ::there goes that quick Irish temper again...::
Host Lt_Cmdr_Jadhav says:
<CTO_Lt_Arinoch> OPS: Who says you boys don't have time for a sense of humor? ::smirks, and returns the wink... glancing sidelong at the doctor::
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
::smirking as well:: CMO: I don't think Donavin would ever violate Doctor's orders. Caution is his middle name.
OPS_Lt_Cartwright says:
CMO: Just kidding Doc. Being a doctor too, I wouldn't disrespect you like that.
Host Lt_Cmdr_Jadhav says:
$COM: CO: Remind me to correct the long standing myth you folks lack a sense of humor. ::grins:: I'll meet you there, captain? There's a few things we aught to compare notes on.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
# :: knowing how to wait, she blends back with the surrounding:: ~~~ Teyol:  The vice-governor requests we remain out of the situation.  He is sending a tactical squad.  We will wait, just in case~~~::
CMO_LtCmdr_Calahan says:
::'himphs slightly and looks over at the CTO::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
@COM: Jadhav: We will escort you back to the colony.
OPS_Lt_Cartwright says:
CMO: I'll even bring you a milkshake when I come visit Donavin.
Host Lt_Cmdr_Jadhav says:
<CTO_Lt_Arinoch> OPS: Don't you dare. ::smirks::
CMO_LtCmdr_Calahan says:
::shakes head slightly and sighs::
Host Lt_Cmdr_Jadhav says:
$::turns off screen for a few moments, then returns:: COM: CO: It's done, sir. I'll see you in a few minutes.
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
CMO: In all seriousness. We need both these men if it is safe for them to be released.
OPS_Lt_Cartwright says:
CTO: I was going to spike yours with Andorian Ale.

@ACTION: The Minerva can be seen angling towards the dry-dock facility. She appears shaky at first, then gradually engages with a bit more stability.

CMO_LtCmdr_Calahan says:
::sighs and thinks for a few moments:: XO: How soon is the soonest you desperately need them? Or is it immediate?
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
CMO: As soon as possible.
Host Lt_Cmdr_Jadhav says:
<CTO_Lt_Arinoch> OPS: I've got a scotch that'll put your Andorian ale to shame. Assuming we can ever get our ship back...
OPS_Lt_Cartwright says:
::Jaw drops looking at the XO.:: XO: With all due respect, it isn't a good idea to have us on duty. As much as I'd like to be.
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
OPS: It's up to her.
OPS_Lt_Cartwright says:
::Steps back and quiets, realizing he's out of bounds, no longer being the CMO.::

= /\ = /\ = End Mission = /\ = /\ =

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