Star Trek: A Call to Duty
U.S.S. Tal-War NCC-80872 - SD 10905.31

Starring:

Ian Robinson			as	[XO] Captain Thomas T. Quchant

…Also Starring…

Scott Knight			as 	[FCO] Commander William X. Foster
Julie Léger			as 	[OPS]  Commander Sharra Torene Telgar
Edvin Mihhailov		as	[CTO]	Ensign Sylar Koval
Gilles Léger			as	[EO] 	Ensign Thomas Angus T`gai Silek
Andrew James			as	[CIV]  Commander Thalev Idrani 

…Guest Starring…

Arlene McIntyre		as	Queen
					Gopher
					Orim
					Duty EO
					Duty OPS

		…Absent…

David Gibson			as	[CO]    Captain Tobius Wuer
Cathy Knights			as         [CSO] Ensign Khethiwe Amuz

		...LOA…
NONE

                        …Direction…

Arlene McIntyre      		as 	U.S.S. Tal-War – SM

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XO_Quchant says:
::looking at the OPS and FCO::

FCO_Cmdr_Foster says:
::looking back at the XO then at OPS::

CIV_Cmdr_Idrani says:
::looks a round his surroundings::

CTO_Ens_Koval says:
:: is chatting with one of the locals, something about the finer details of catapult launch mechanism lubrication ::

XO_Quchant says:
::looking at the globe suspended in the middle of the room::

XO_Quchant says:
CIV: So, commander...what do you think?

EO_Ens_Silek says:
@ ::arrives in Engineering and looks at the main status board::

FCO_Cmdr_Foster says:
::moves over to Sharra:: OPS: Are you ok?

Gopher says:
@ ::Back on the Tal War he hides from the senior staff::

CIV_Cmdr_Idrani says:
::walks in the room, where there is more light:: XO: I don't know Sir ::speaks as he enters and looks at the other crew:: OPS: Sharra!?

OPS_Cmdr_Telgar says:
:: looks up from the cave paintings she looking at. :: FCO:  Just fine.  I think we should go back and tell Cmdr Quchant.

Queen says:
::Looks at the XO::  XO:  So, how are we going to fix our little predicament?

EO_Ens_Silek says:
@ ::frowns at the readings and continues to examine them ::

Duty EO says:
@ ::Taps the stranger on the shoulder::  EO:  Hmmmm, who are you?

OPS_Cmdr_Telgar says:
:: recognizes a voice and looks around ::  CIV:  Thalev??

FCO_Cmdr_Foster says:
::looks round and sees the XO with the blue guy::

CIV_Cmdr_Idrani says:
OPS: SHARRA! ::moves over quickly:: Long time no see! ::plants a huge kiss on her lips and slaps her bottom::

OPS_Cmdr_Telgar says:
:: eyes go round in surprise ::

FCO_Cmdr_Foster says:
::frowns at the new guy::

XO_Quchant says:
Queen: Our First Contact specialist here, Commander Idrani will be forming a plan of restoration and recovery.

OPS_Cmdr_Telgar says:
:: chuckles :: CIV:  Thalev, ummm, that's a bit inappropriate right now.

XO_Quchant says:
Queen: We'll also be making sure that those displaced by this event will have places to stay and be provided for

CIV_Cmdr_Idrani says:
OPS: That never stopped you before!

Queen says:
XO:  Recovery?  We were lost?

OPS_Cmdr_Telgar says:
CIV:  Weeeeell, we'll talk later, right now you have a job to do.   :: grins ::

Queen says:
XO:  That I do appreciate.  This is going to be trying on my people for a long time.  they will be wondering what they did to anger the gods.

CIV_Cmdr_Idrani says:
OPS: Anyway, you're right. We'll have a drink later and you can tell me all about your latest man-project. ::smiles and turns to the XO and the Queen::

OPS_Cmdr_Telgar says:
:: clears her throat and nods ::

EO_Ens_Silek says:
@ ::frowns at the readings and wonders how the Tal-War can be in such adequate shape::

FCO_Cmdr_Foster says:
::leans against a wall and looks at one of the paintings::

XO_Quchant says:
Queen: Commander Idrani will be introducing a team that will help with the understanding

CIV_Cmdr_Idrani says:
::listens in, not knowing the whole of the situation and having orders been given to him indirectly without conferring::

Queen says:
XO:  Tell me more about this planet ::Points to the globe::  It's just some artifact to us.

EO_Ens_Silek says:
@ Duty EO: Forgive me.... I was instructed to report to Engineering to assist in any way possible.

XO_Quchant says:
Queen: Well...it's called Earth and it has a very very long history.  Unfortunately, there have been some very dark times and the people were divided for the longest time.

CIV_Cmdr_Idrani says:
::patiently waits for the XO to say his bit, hoping for a little briefing somewhere along the way::

Duty EO says:
@ EO:  Oh good, we need all the help we can get.  For some reason this ship gets hurt alot.  Rumour has it that Gopher had something to do with this.  ::Leans and whispers::  For him, it must be nice to have an Admiral as an aunt.

XO_Quchant says:
Queen: it's only in the relatively recent period that we've come together.  Perhaps Commander Idrani could give you a more expansive and appropriate briefing

CIV_Cmdr_Idrani says:
::nods to the XO:: Queen: Yes... I'd be happy to do that.

Queen says:
XO:  Maybe that is why we left.  Legend has it that a great sky ship brought us to this place.  Times were hard for the original gods.  It took eons to tame the beasts that now serve and protect us.

EO_Ens_Silek says:
@ ::nods pretending he understands what the Duty EO is talking about::  Duty EO: I shall attempt to.... "stop... the..ship... from hurting"

Queen says:
CIV:  Our records keeper would love to talk to you.  I do have a problem, Is this going to change what we know?  Most of the people would not be able to handle it.

Duty EO says:
@ ::She is quite the chatter box::  EO:  I haven't seen you before...Where did you pop up from?  ::Begins to help him::

CIV_Cmdr_Idrani says:
Queen: Well that is a very distinct possibility. ::walks around the globe to stand next to her:: But it's also possible that having many questions answered about your history will please the people. It is a rare opportunity to advance in culture and knowledge.

EO_Ens_Silek says:
@ ::examines the main status board again and notices something:: Duty EO: I WAS on the Prometheus in route to be assigned here.... ::frowns:: These readings are illogical... I will need to verify the computer core on Deck 6

OPS_Cmdr_Telgar says:
:: walks over to the FCO, her face bright red ::

Queen says:
::Looks unconvinced::  CIV:  Not sure about that.  Most of my people are very set in their ways.

Duty EO says:
@ EO:  Want some help?

FCO_Cmdr_Foster says:
::looks up at Sharra, managing a slight smile:: OPS: Old boyfriend?

OPS_Cmdr_Telgar says:
FCO: Ummmm, you could say that.  :: face turns even brighter red ::

CIV_Cmdr_Idrani says:
Queen: It is an unpredictable situation. However, we can cross that bridge together when we come to it. I am sure that you personally would like the answers, and where the Queen goes the people surely will follow.

EO_Ens_Silek says:
@ ::shakes head:: Duty EO: I believe I will need your assistance here should I succeed in repairing the software.... to verify the readings have been in fact corrected.

Duty EO says:
@ EO:  Okie dokie.  Just hollar when you need me.  ::Thinks he is cute for a Vulcan.::

OPS_Cmdr_Telgar says:
FCO:  More like friends with benefits.  We went through the Academy together.

EO_Ens_Silek says:
@ ::oblivious to the EO's interest walks to the turbolift and orders it to Deck 6::

ACTION:  Some of the beast riders spy Koval.

Orim says:
CTO:  So have you ever rode a beast before?

FCO_Cmdr_Foster says:
OPS: Don't mind me, I've just had a very bad day. ::checks to make sure his nose hasn't started bleeding again::

CTO_Ens_Koval says:
Orim: Well, not one of those dragon things.

OPS_Cmdr_Telgar says:
FCO:  Do you need some ice for that?

Queen says:
::Laughs:: CIV:  Not necessarily.  I was only crowned Queen two moons ago.  You are testing my administration.

FCO_Cmdr_Foster says:
OPS: I'll be fine... it's the only thing that's stopping me passing out again.

Orim says:
::Grins::  CTO:  Well we must remedy that.  ::Around him the other beast riders are taking bets. Points to a lovely green dragon::  How about we teach you?

XO_Quchant says:
Queen: We have lots of specialists and counselors who are trained on this sort of thing.

EO_Ens_Silek says:
@ ::arrives in the computer core and begins to examine the software::

CIV_Cmdr_Idrani says:
Queen: Well, your reign might forever be remembered as the dawn of a new age. Realistic optimism, your highness.

OPS_Cmdr_Telgar says:
:: smiles at him ::  FCO:  We'll get you cleaned up after this is all over love.

CTO_Ens_Koval says:
Orim: I was quite handy on a horse when I was younger.

ACTION:  Foster's nose begins dripping a bright red goo.

FCO_Cmdr_Foster says:
OPS: I'm getting too old for this stuff.

Orim says:
CTO:  What is a horse?

CTO_Ens_Koval says:
Orim: It's a mount, except it doesn't fly, but runs really quick on four legs.

Queen says:
XO:  Ok then, do what you must.  In the meantime why don't you join us for a feast.  I guarantee it will be mouth watering and worth it.

OPS_Cmdr_Telgar says:
FCO:  No you aren't.  :: notices the drip ::  Oh hell.  :: rips her sleeve off to stem the flow ::

FCO_Cmdr_Foster says:
::takes his hand away from his nose and looks at it:: Self: Damn!

CTO_Ens_Koval says:
:: moves to the green dragon :: Orim: So, how do I mount it?

Orim says:
CTO:  Ok then, hop on.

CTO_Ens_Koval says:
Orim: Experience has shown that it's never a good idea to just "hop on". There is always a specific method of doing it.

EO_Ens_Silek says:
@ ::notices it is corrupted completely:: Bridge: Computer Core to the bridge I request permission to shut down all computer functions. We require to reload all software from the backups.

Orim says:
CTO:  Just step on the wing and he will guide you up to the saddle.  Make sure you tighten your seatbelt or you might fall offf.

FCO_Cmdr_Foster says:
OPS: Thank you. ::tries to smile even though the sleeve is covering his mouth::

Duty OPS says:
@ EO:  Permission Granted.  Just have the computer core up when the Captain returns to the ship.  How long will we be out of communications range?

EO_Ens_Silek says:
@ Bridge: I estimate it should take approximately 32 minutes.

CTO_Ens_Koval says:
:: follows Orim's instructions and mounts the dragon ::

ACTION:  The CTO notices that he can't get his legs around the huge mount.  The gaggle surround the CTO is giggling.

XO_Quchant says:
::looks around for the FCO for a report on the Tal-War status::

Queen says:
::Sighs and turns::  All:  Follow me.  It's time for the rest period.  It's the hottest part of the day.  It is going to get up to 140 degrees.

XO_Quchant says:
::raises an eyebrow::

XO_Quchant says:
FCO: problems?   or are you just that emotional ?

XO_Quchant says:
FCO: What's the status on the Tal-War?

FCO_Cmdr_Foster says:
XO: Nahh.. just bleeding again... I'll give them a ring and see what I can find out.

CIV_Cmdr_Idrani says:
::nods to the Queen::

FCO_Cmdr_Foster says:
*TW Bridge*: Foster to the Tal War, do you read?

EO_Ens_Silek says:
@ *All*: Attention all hands.... Attention all hands.... all computer functions will be shut down for an approximate period of 32 minutes. We will begin in 10 minutes.

Gopher says:
@ * FCO*:  This is the Tal War.  ::Tries to disguise his voice::

CTO_Ens_Koval says:
:: attempts to mount the dragon properly :: Orim: Any more guidance you wish to give me?

FCO_Cmdr_Foster says:
*Gopher*: Did you get your nose broken too Gopher?

ACTION:  The Queen leads the small group out of the caves.  The Heat and humidity becomes more apparent as the get closer to the surface.

Orim says:
CTO:  Hold on tight!  ::Claps his hands and the Dragon lifts off::

XO_Quchant says:
::removes his command jacket relocating the comm badge on the inner vest::

CTO_Ens_Koval says:
:: holds on tight ::

CTO_Ens_Koval says:
:: shouting :: Orim: How do I guide it?!

Gopher says:
@ FCO: This is not Gopher....::Speaks in a Spanish voice::  what can I do for you Commander?  The computers are being shut down so make it quick.

XO_Quchant says:
::following the queen::

Orim says:
CTO:  Use your legs!!!  ::Shouts at him.::

CIV_Cmdr_Idrani says:
::follows::

CTO_Ens_Koval says:
:: attempts to guide the beast with his legs ::

FCO_Cmdr_Foster says:
*Gopher*: I'm tired and I'm beat up but I'm not stupid... why are the computers being shut down?

ACTION:  The Dragon dive bombs and Koval begins to slide over.

CTO_Ens_Koval says:
:: Does the reverse of what he just did ! ::

Gopher says:
@ ::Gives up::  *FCO*:  How the heck should I know.  The EO said he is shutting down the ship.  You are now breaking up.... ::Cuts communications::

OPS_Cmdr_Telgar says:
:: tries not to giggle at Gophers attempt to disguise his voice ::

CTO_Ens_Koval says:
Aloud: YEAAARGH!

ACTION:  Suddenly the dragon does a sharp turn upwards.

EO_Ens_Silek says:
@ ::examines the backup software before attempting the shutdown::

FCO_Cmdr_Foster says:
::hears the communication go dead:: OPS: Did I ever mention I hate that guy? ::frowns and cringes as his nose wrinkles up::

ACTION:  All can see what is going on in the air.   The Queen and her crew reach the surface and enter the villiage.

OPS_Cmdr_Telgar says:
FCO:  Frequently.  :: chuckles ::

CIV_Cmdr_Idrani says:
::turns to OPS:: OPS: Who was the Spanish guy?

OPS_Cmdr_Telgar says:
CIV:  That was no Spanish guy, that was Gopher.

FCO_Cmdr_Foster says:
XO: Commander... ::moves to catch up with the XO::

XO_Quchant says:
FCO: Yes Mr Foster?

CIV_Cmdr_Idrani says:
OPS: Gopher?

OPS_Cmdr_Telgar says:
CIV:  He happens to be the nephew of our sector Commander.  Admiral Xavier.

CIV_Cmdr_Idrani says:
OPS: Oh! So I guess that means you two... you know...

Queen says:
::Looks up in the air.::  All:  Oh dear, looks like the beast riders found a newbie.  ::Thinks::  But we have no new riders...I wonder who they are antagonizing.

OPS_Cmdr_Telgar says:
CIV:  NO!!!  Not Gopher!

FCO_Cmdr_Foster says:
XO: For some reason or other engineering has decided to shut down the computers for a while... don't know why or for how long but suffice it to say I'll be having words with our favourite Admirals nephew when we get back aboard.

CTO_Ens_Koval says:
:: moves around with the dragon: Aloud: I think I'm getting the hang of this!

XO_Quchant says:
FCO: Oh joy.  Maybe I should ask Lt Lorehani to have a look at what's going on

XO_Quchant says:
*Lorehani*: Lt. location please

FCO_Cmdr_Foster says:
XO: Might be an idea, she knows the ship better than most of us.

EO_Ens_Silek says:
@ *All*: Attention all hands.... Attention all hands.... all computer functions will be shut down for an approximate period of 32 minutes. We will begin in 5 minutes.

CIV_Cmdr_Idrani says:
::looks surprised:: OPS: Oh... okay sorry!

OPS_Cmdr_Telgar says:
FCO:  I'll handle him Will.  :: grins :: He is after all in my department.

CTO_Ens_Koval says:
:: does some more practice ::

OPS_Cmdr_Telgar says:
CIV:  Not a problem Thalev.  We will catch up later.

CIV_Cmdr_Idrani says:
::doesn't like Sharras stand-off-ishness:: OPS: Is there something wrong?

Lorehani says:
@ *XO*:  I'm on the ship.  We are about to shut the computer's down to reboot.  The software is corrupted.  We will be out of communications for approximately 32 minutes.  It might be wise for someone to come back to the ship.  Gopher seems to be running rampant.  He needs his keepers.

FCO_Cmdr_Foster says:
OPS: You just make sure you get to him before I do hun... otherwise there might not be much left of him to take back to Admiral Xavier. ::grins::

OPS_Cmdr_Telgar says:
CIV:  No, why?

XO_Quchant says:
*Lorehani*: Oh great...well Commander Foster has just volunteered

CIV_Cmdr_Idrani says:
OPS: You seem... annoyed to see me.

OPS_Cmdr_Telgar says:
:: chuckles at Will ::  FCO:  Don't worry Will.

FCO_Cmdr_Foster says:
XO: I did what now?

Lorehani says:
@ *XO*:  Do we really want to send Admiral Xavier's nephew back in pieces?

OPS_Cmdr_Telgar says:
CIV:  Not at all.  I am quite happy to see you.  It's just that I've kind of been out of it for a while.

XO_Quchant says:
*Lorehani*: Don't tempt me

ACTION:  The Dragon heads back to the ground and this time doesn't pull up.

CTO_Ens_Koval says:
:: attempts all sorts of movements with his legs ::

CIV_Cmdr_Idrani says:
OPS: Well, if your boyfriend doesn't mind ::nods towards Foster:: we can chat later.

CTO_Ens_Koval says:
Aloud: HEEEELPP!

ACTION:  the Tal War crew hear the cries of Koval

CIV_Cmdr_Idrani says:
::looks up at a diving dragon::

OPS_Cmdr_Telgar says:
CIV:  He'll be fine and we will chat later.  Really, it is good to see you Thalev.  :: smiles at her friend ::

Queen says:
All:  Ahhhhh, I see where they got their victim.  ::Looks to the XO::  Is he one of yours?

OPS_Cmdr_Telgar says:
:: looks up at the cry for help ::  All:  Who the hell is that?

CIV_Cmdr_Idrani says:
::smiles and keeps looking up:: Queen: It looks like fun.

Queen says:
::Laughs::  CIV:  It is.  Would you like a ride?

XO_Quchant says:
Queen: ...well...he was...

FCO_Cmdr_Foster says:
XO: What exactly have I volunteered for this time?

CTO_Ens_Koval says:
Dragon: GO UP!! UUUPP!!! UPWARDS!! TO THE SKIES!

CIV_Cmdr_Idrani says:
::looks to the Queen:: Queen: I would be honoured.

OPS_Cmdr_Telgar says:
CIV:  You would think it's fun Thalev, come to think of it, so would I.  :: chuckles ::

ACTION:  Koval swears he can hear the Dragon laughing.

XO_Quchant says:
FCO: Need you to go back to the ship and take command....from Gopher

Queen says:
CIV:  I'll arrange it.  XO:  Would you like a ride to?

CTO_Ens_Koval says:
Aloud: Why did I have to take the big dragon? Isn't there a pony dragon?!

XO_Quchant says:
Queen: Um...No thank you.  I need to stay on the ground and make sure everything is going ok

OPS_Cmdr_Telgar says:
:: grins at the XO :: XO:  I'll go in your stead Commander.

ACTION:  Suddenly the Dragon skims across the ground.....The dragons feet touch the ground and it runs for a bit.

CTO_Ens_Koval says:
:: thinks for a bit:: Dragon: Fine, hit the ground, we'll die together then. I'm sure you would LOOVE that!

CIV_Cmdr_Idrani says:
OPS: Maybe we can have a race. ::grins::

FCO_Cmdr_Foster says:
OPS: Actually I think he was asking me to go.

CTO_Ens_Koval says:
Aloud: Wheee!

XO_Quchant says:
OPS: Thanks....go ahead and have fun

ACTION:  the Dragon stops again in front of Orim.

EO_Ens_Silek says:
@ ::shuts down the computers::

CTO_Ens_Koval says:
:: shouting :: Orim: This is fun!

OPS_Cmdr_Telgar says:
CIV:  Like the skimmer incident during spring break??  I don't think so Thalev.

OPS_Cmdr_Telgar says:
XO:  Thank you Sir.  :: smiles ::

CIV_Cmdr_Idrani says:
::smiles at Telgar:: OPS: You are just afraid I'd beat you again.

FCO_Cmdr_Foster says:
::gets a little confused and wonders if it's the concussion::

OPS_Cmdr_Telgar says:
CIV:  You wish!  You cheated!

CIV_Cmdr_Idrani says:
OPS: Cheated! Never!

ACTION:  The group who did the betting are grumbling.  They bet that Koval would fall off the dragon.  They now have to pay Koval out...Of course there is no money so they pay in objects including one a five foot statue of the queen.

CIV_Cmdr_Idrani says:
OPS: It's not my fault that boulder came out of nowhere!

EO_Ens_Silek says:
@ :: begins the restore the software from the backups::

CIV_Cmdr_Idrani says:
::walks over to the 'Dragon Stable'::

OPS_Cmdr_Telgar says:
CIV:  That boulder didn't come out of nowhere.  It hadn't been there the day before.

CIV_Cmdr_Idrani says:
::simply shrugs at OPS:: OPS: No rematch then...

ACTION:  Suddenly the FCO passes out due to the loss of blood.  His nose would not stop bleeding.

CTO_Ens_Koval says:
:: dismounts the dragon ::

CIV_Cmdr_Idrani says:
::looks down at the FCO:: OPS: Does he always pick his nose this much? ::bends down to assist::

CTO_Ens_Koval says:
Orim: I could get used to this flying business.

CTO_Ens_Koval says:
Orim: How small are they when they are born?

Orim says:
::Slaps Koval on the back.:: CTO:  Well done my friend!!!  ::Points to the pile of stuff behind him.::  These are all yours.  Well earned.

XO_Quchant says:
::catches the FCO as he falls backwards towards him::

OPS_Cmdr_Telgar says:
:: bends down ::  FCO:  Will?  CIV:  He wasn't picking his nose.  He got it broken.

XO_Quchant says:
OPS: Lets get him somewhere quiet.

OPS_Cmdr_Telgar says:
XO: Good idea Commander.

CIV_Cmdr_Idrani says:
OPS: Oh.

Orim says:
CTO:  They can fit in the palm of your hands. ::Leads Koval to the beast riders encampment for a drink of ale.::

CTO_Ens_Koval says:
Orim: And how long does it take for them to grow up?

EO_Ens_Silek says:
@ ::monitors the data transfer::

Orim says:
CTO:  Approximately three years before we can begin their training.  The Dragons are not fully grown for about 5 years.

CTO_Ens_Koval says:
Orim: What if I buy a baby dragon for all that stuff I just won?

XO_Quchant says:
::makes sure the FCO is comfortable while he's passed out::

Orim says:
CTO: I'm sorry we don't sell them.  The Dragon's choose you.  What would you do with a dragon?  Your sky ship wouldn't hold him.

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