Star Trek: A Call To Duty

USS Scimitar NCC-80826 - SD 102

Starring:

Conrad Tulk 		as 	[CO] Captain John Winters

Martijn Lemmen 	as	[XO] Commander Brian Black

Jon Benson		as	[CIV] Ensign Jon Benson
Neil Cole 		as 	[TO] Ensign Zef Dupont
Greg Diduszko		as	[SO] Ensign K’Nargh
Chris Esterhuyse 	as 	[CMO] Lieutenant Commander Varesh
Kurt Goring		as	[CTO] Lieutenant Junior Grade Soriq Ahkileez
Ruth Holbrook 		as 	[CNS] Ensign Doran Tr’Loris
Adam Morecroft		as	[FCO] Lieutenant Commander Adam More
Aoibhe O’ Sullivan 	as 	[CSO] Ensign Naimh Danaan
Brendan Ringenoldus	as	[OPS] Lieutenant Junior Grade Willem van Bronckhorst
Peter Saunders 		as 	[CEO] Lieutenant Aun’To Mesme
Gina Toye 		as 	[EO] Ensign Karla Leasha

Nick Beckwith		as	USS Scimitar Ship Manager

Guest Starring:

Nick Beckwith		as	[AMB] Ambassador Taq’fan
Eldad Ben Tovim	as	[NPC] Commander Dref
James van Hoyweghen	as	[CSUP] Lieutenant Junior Grade Ngoyo Takahashi

Host SM_Nick says:
<<<<<<<<<<<< Start Scimitar Mission: Episode #1 - “Enter The Arena” >>>>>>>>>>>>>

CSUP_Takahashi says:
::in shuttlebay 1 checking out the shuttles::

TO_DuPont says:
::Shuts down TAC2 and heads towards the briefing room::

FCO_More says:
::at his station on the bridge looking up to Dref and the Ambassador::

Host CO_Winters says:
:: walks out of him ready room just in time to see the Ambassador leave the turbolift ::

CMO_Varesh says:
::waits for the TL to reach the bridge::

Host Taq`fan says:
::enters the bridge and looks around::

FCO_More says:
All: Captain on the Bridge.

CSO_Danann says:
::sitting at her post on the bridge, Tactical behind her...she can almost feel TO lurking around back there::

CNS_tr`Loris says:
::still remembering the dream he had while unconscious::

OPS-bronckhorst says:
::In mess hall looking at history files::

CTO_Ahkileez says:
::turns over Tac-I and follows DuPont toward the briefing room:: TO: Let you out too, did they?

Host CO_Winters says:
Taq`fan: Ambassador Taq`fan I presume?

SpXO_Dref says:
::Walks after Taq'fan, he sneers at the sight of the Scimitar crew as he walks past them::

Host Taq`fan says:
CO: Captain Winters.  A pleasure.  ::bows his head and places the palms of his hands together::

CEO_Mesme says:
::making his way quietly across main engineering, heading for the TL::

TO_DuPont says:
::Smiles::  CTO: Finally Sir

CIV_Benson says:
::walking into the TL from the TIC::

Host CO_Winters says:
:: bows slightly unsure of how to greet the Ambassador ::

CSO_Danann says:
::shuts down her console and makes her way into the briefing room::

FCO_More says:
::realises he is staring and turns around to replot the course::

Host Taq`fan says:
CO: We must begin immediately.

CMO_Varesh says:
::enters the bridge through the TL not used by the Ambassador::

CTO_Ahkileez says:
TO: Good. Try not to hit anyone today. I'll try too. ::smiles tightly and sits at the table::

Host CO_Winters says:
Taq`fan: Yes of course, this way :: gestures towards the doors to briefing room ::

FCO_More says:
::enters the correct vectors a second time, and takes a seat::

Host Taq`fan says:
CO: Thank you, Captain.  ::enters the briefing room::

TO_DuPont says:
::Spots the CSO and a rye smile appears on his face:: CTO: Aye Sir, no hitting anyone

CSUP_Takahashi says:
::puts his people to work and exits the SB walking to the TL:: TL: Bridge

CEO_Mesme says:
::stretches from his fingers to the tip of his tail as he gets into the TL, heads for the bridge::

TO_DuPont says:
::Sits down next to the CTO::

XO_Black says:
::glances at the CO and the Ambassador and waits for them to enter first before following::

CSO_Danann says:
::ignoring TO so much she can't help but notice his grin::

CMO_Varesh says:
::slips into the briefing room::

Host CO_Winters says:
:: enters the room behind the Ambassador, seeing some of the crew already there ::

CNS_tr`Loris says:
::steps off the TL and onto he bridge, looks around::

SpXO_Dref says:
::Fellows Taq'fan quietly, making sure to glance across the bridge one last time::

CSUP_Takahashi says:
::the TL arrives on the bridge and he exits.  Walking towards the BR::

CIV_Benson says:
::exits the TL onto the bridge looking around at the officers there and makes his way to the BR::

CTO_Ahkileez says:
::puts on a Vulcan mask of emotionlessness and glances around the room::

OPS-bronckhorst says:
::leaves Mess hall and hurries too Briefing room::

CNS_tr`Loris says:
:;walks into the briefing::

FCO_More says:
::locks out his station and makes his way across the short distance to the briefing room, taking his seat as third in command::

CSUP_Takahashi says:
::sees the CNS entering and follows::

Host Taq`fan says:
::sits at the head of the table, nodding courteously to Winters::

CEO_Mesme says:
::exits the TL and takes a brief look at the bridge, before trotting into the briefing room::

XO_Black says:
::enters the briefing room after the CO and takes his regular seat at the right of the CO::

Host CO_Winters says:
:: takes a seat :: All Present: This is Ambassador Taq'fan, he will be conducting this briefing as soon as all of the crew is present.

TO_DuPont says:
::drums fingers impatiently on the desk::

CMO_Varesh says:
::sits about halfway along the left of the table, observing the crew and ambassador as they take their places::

CIV_Benson says:
::steeping in behind the XO and takes a an empty seat next to the CTO::

Host CO_Winters says:
:: shoots a glare at the TO ::

CNS_tr`Loris says:
::leans against the wall by one of the windows::

TO_DuPont says:
::Snatches his hand off the table::

CSUP_Takahashi says:
::takes a seat somewhere and nods at the Captain::

OPS-bronckhorst says:
::enters Briefing room and takes a seat next too the XO::

SpXO_Dref says:
::Sits to the right of Taq'fan, he sighs and waits silently::

CEO_Mesme says:
::takes a seat and rests his hands in front of him on the table::

CTO_Ahkileez says:
::glances over at Ensign Benson and then returns his attention to the ambassador::

CSO_Danann says:
::sits back and looks around slowly at everyone present, hasn't had a chance to meet many of 
them yet, hopes they'll be nice::

Host Taq`fan says:
::sits in his chair almost regally, and breathes in, as if he is about to pass a death sentence::

FCO_More says:
::sits disciplined in his chair, messing around with a PADD with the fighter schematics on it::

Host CO_Winters says:
Ambassador: I believe we are ready to begin

Host Taq`fan says:
CO: Thank you, Captain.

CIV_Benson says:
::noticing the Vulcan looking at him and a shiver goes up his spine::

Host Taq`fan says:
All:  Your deaths, and the deaths of all those in your Federation, is upon you.

XO_Black says:
::focuses his attention at the Ambassador, taking a PADD for note keeping::

CTO_Ahkileez says:
::news to me::

CMO_Varesh says:
::sits up as the ambassador starts talking::

Host CO_Winters says:
:: head jerks away from the crew and towards the Ambassador ::

CSO_Danann says:
::sits up very fast::

CNS_tr`Loris says:
::thinks, what a cheering thought::

TO_DuPont says:
::Frowns::

Host Taq`fan says:
All:  Your enemy is strong, merciless and relentless.

CSO_Danann says:
::wonders if this person is threatening them::

CNS_tr`Loris says:
All: I'm sure the ambassador didn’t mean to scare all of us.

Host Taq`fan says:
All:  You will need our help if you are to keep the Federation, and those who you hold dear to you, alive.

OPS-bronckhorst says:
::REB:: Self: enemy???  ::whispers::  XO: Commander, did we miss something here?

CEO_Mesme says:
::knew this was going to be one of "those" days::

XO_Black says:
Self: Hhhmm, nice start...this certainly got our attention...

CSUP_Takahashi says:
::looks at the Ambassador in full concentration::

TO_DuPont says:
::Scoffs quietly to himself::

Host CO_Winters says:
:: looks at the OPS officer with a disapproving look ::

Host Taq`fan says:
CNS: Do not underestimate my purpose here.  You cannot possibly imagine what the future has in store should we fail.

XO_Black says:
::glances at OPS and gives him the "not now look"::

CSO_Danann says:
::relaxes a little, her hand still gripping a PADD rather tightly::

FCO_More says:
::looks up from his PADD at the XO and frowns::

Host Taq`fan says:
All:  Many years ago, our people were prosperous, they flourished, and we enjoyed the peace that you currently have.

CNS_tr`Loris says:
Taq'fan: I'm not Ambassador it's just disconcerting to be told that. :;smiles::

OPS-bronckhorst says:
::Gives the CO 'hey chill, man' look::

Host CO_Winters says:
:: makes a note on his PADD ::

Host Taq`fan says:
All:  Since then, we have discovered a pain unimaginable, a wrenching of souls, and the loss of all we hold dear.

CNS_tr`Loris says:
::looks down at the padd with the race profile again, whilst listening to the Ambassador::

CMO_Varesh says:
::keeps mental notes as the ambassador talks::

Host Taq`fan says:
All:  Our enemy - your enemy, is known as the Ritanai.

CIV_Benson says:
::sounds like something I read in a book once, he thinks to himself::

TO_DuPont says:
::Makes mental note:: Self: Ritanai

CSO_Danann says:
::wonders if they had just made first contact with the Vulcans at the time...::

CTO_Ahkileez says:
::taps DuPont on the elbow to pay close attention::

Host Taq`fan says:
All: They have never been seen, their weakness is yet to be found.

CIV_Benson says:
::putts that into his padd for later research::

CEO_Mesme says:
::sits listening, his tail twitching slightly::

Host Taq`fan says:
All:  But their main purpose is domination, subjugation, and the destruction of all they find unnecessary.  We have reason to believe that your Federation space is next on their list.

CSUP_Takahashi says:
::takes out a padd and makes some notes::

SpXO_Dref says:
::Glances up:: All: If you'll please avert your attention to your PADDs for a few moments please? ::Glances at his PADD and runs a program:: You should now have the race profiles in your PADDs, please study the profile well.

TO_DuPont says:
::Nods at the CTO::

CSO_Danann says:
::thinks, there's a surprise::

Host CO_Winters says:
Ambassador: If you have never seen, how do you know they exist?

CMO_Varesh says:
::takes a glance at the PADD, the words instantly absorbed::

Host Taq`fan says:
CO: We have fought their ships.  Or, we have tried to.

CEO_Mesme says:
::picks up the PADD and reads through the information::

XO_Black says:
::takes down some notes and brings up the species profile as suggested by Commander Dref::

Host CO_Winters says:
:: nods ::

Host Taq`fan says:
CO: They dominate us in many ways, and battles have been short and filled with defeat for our people.

CSUP_Takahashi says:
::looks at then padd in his hand::

CNS_tr`Loris says:
Taq'fan: so what do they find necessary?

XO_Black says:
::glances at the CO for a second::  AMB: And I assume you have never had any contact with them...not even on audio channel ?

Host Taq`fan says:
CNS: The prolongation of their own.  Possession of others, and their resources.

CIV_Benson says:
::leans to the CTO whispering::  CTO: Sounds like we are going to have or hands full…

FCO_More says:
::looks concerned and leans forward::

Host Taq`fan says:
XO: They do not communicate using standard methods.  They invade your mind, and speak to you through our own thoughts.

CNS_tr`Loris says:
Taq'fan: Possession of others? ::makes a face::

CSO_Danann says:
::looks concerned and leans back::

OPS-bronckhorst says:
:;sits back shaking his head::

CMO_Varesh says:
::muses at the emotions and tensions in the room, making notes of that as well::

Host Taq`fan says:
All:  What concerns us greatly is recent news reports which indicate that they may have an ally in their quest.

CTO_Ahkileez says:
::looks over at him, keeping his voice equally low:: CIV: Only if these Taq'fan have any idea how to run a battle. If not, these Ritanai might be wimps.

FCO_More says:
Ambassador: With all due respect sir, what exactly do you intend to do about this ::looks down at his PADD:: threat?

XO_Black says:
::nods at the AMB and makes a continued string of notes on his PADD::

Host Taq`fan says:
FCO: At the moment, there is nothing we can do, except hold out as best we can.

CIV_Benson says:
::grins back at the CTO::

TO_DuPont says:
::concentrates on what the Amb is saying::

Host Taq`fan says:
All: Our intelligence tells us that the Ritanai may be in league with the Kinwe.  The most detestable of species in our galaxy.

CMO_Varesh says:
::lets the others ask their questions::

CSO_Danann says:
::hears the CTO and smirks::

Host CO_Winters says:
Crew: Lets just let the Ambassador finish his briefing.

CSUP_Takahashi says:
::listens to the AMB and not saying anything::

OPS-bronckhorst says:
::raises hand::  Amb: I have a question!

Host Taq`fan says:
All: If this is, indeed, true......we may be in more perilous danger than we first imagined.

Host Taq`fan says:
OPS: You may ask your question.

FCO_More says:
::Leans back after asking his question and listens intently to the Ambassador, keeping the questions he has for later::

OPS-bronckhorst says:
AMB: are the taq'fan members of the federation?

CSO_Danann says:
::leans forward listening intently::

SpXO_Dref says:
All: You should now have the profiles of the Kinwe in your PADDs ::Glances across the room before running the second program from his PADD::

Host Taq`fan says:
OPS: My name is Taq'fan.  Our race is the Taq'uah.  Commander Dref, was this crew not briefed fully on our people?

CMO_Varesh says:
::speed reads the new race profile as it scrolls across the PADDs screen::

CEO_Mesme says:
::reads through the updated information on the PADD::

OPS-bronckhorst says:
AMB: I'm too preoccupied at the moment with my own matters. Are your race members of the Federation, yes or no?

CIV_Benson says:
::looking over the profile not sure what to think::

Host Taq`fan says:
OPS: Our people are in negotiation with the Federation.  Your Starfleet considers the Ritanai/Kinwe threat to be sufficient for a temporary affiliation to be in effect immediately.

TO_DuPont says:
::Shakes head thinking:: Self: The Borg, the Dominion and now some other threat? Maybe isolation is the only way to go?::

XO_Black says:
::glances at OPS and shakes his head slowly, then turning back to his PADD::

Host CO_Winters says:
Ops: If you have not read the material, may I suggest you not ask basic questions.

SpXO_Dref says:
::Glances away from his PADD, he studies the crew for a moment and shakes his head. With a frown he turns to face Taq'fan:: Taq'fan: They were, the profiles were sent last week on their own data channel. There was a noted notification from our side with a signed receiving notice from one of their command crew. Sir.

CSO_Danann says:
::leans back around CTO and whispers:: TO: you'd rather hide and wait for them to find you?

Host Taq`fan says:
All:  Your ship has been assigned to assist us and your other vessel, the U.S.S. Adrienne, commanded by Captain Louisa Jacobson.  She has proven to be a worthy associate.

OPS-bronckhorst says:
AMB: then I think the people who approved this are in violation of the Prime directive. Taking the view of an Average Federation citizen. I just go where Starfleet sends me.

Host Taq`fan says:
<Bridge Officer> *CO* Bridge to the Captain.

FCO_More says:
Ambassador: Could you tell us more about the Adrienne? What class is she?

Host CO_Winters says:
:: glares at Ops :: Ops: Listen to the briefing.

Host CO_Winters says:
*Bridge* Go ahead.

CSUP_Takahashi says:
::looks at the OPS::

XO_Black says:
::looks at OPS::  OPS: Lieutenant... this is not the issue here, I'm happy to discuss the prime directive after the briefing with you...

Host CO_Winters says:
Taq`fan: Excuse me.

FCO_More says:
Ops: Lieutenant van Bronkhorst, currently your opinion isn't required. May I suggest you be quiet and listen?

SpXO_Dref says:
FCO: The Adrienne is an Akira class ship, Commander.

Host Taq`fan says:
CO: Of course.

TO_DuPont says:
::ignores the CSO, while inwardly wondering how she managed to know what he was thinking::

FCO_More says:
SpXO: Will you be able to provide me with more detailed information after the briefing?

CSO_Danann says:
::reads through the brief::

Host CO_Winters says:
:: gets up from his chair and walks outside the briefing room ::

CTO_Ahkileez says:
::speaks up:: Amb: Ambassador Taq'fan, I have a question.

SpXO_Dref says:
::Adds:: FCO: She's been in sector Pi Omega Epsilon for 6 months. If you have any more questions feel free to ask me after this briefing.

Host Taq`fan says:
CTO: You may ask it.

Host Taq`fan says:
::nods politely::

OPS-bronckhorst says:
::looks at the FCO and raises a eyebrow, mumbling something about leaving::

CSO_Danann says:
::looks over at TO and rolls her eyes:: TO: it's written on your face, Ensign... ::whispered::

FCO_More says:
SPXO: Thank you, sir.

FCO_More says:
::shakes his head at Ops::

FCO_More says:
::thinks: What is this ship coming to?::

Host Taq`fan says:
<Bridge Officer> CO: Sir, it's Admiral Rix. He wants to complete Lieutenant van Bronkhorst's hearing.

CTO_Ahkileez says:
::straightens a little:: Amb: Exactly what risks are we being asked to take? Will the Scimitar and the Adrienne serve as backup or lead to a task force. I suppose I'm asking precisely what it is you need us to do but look intimidating.

Host CO_Winters says:
:: still listening to the briefing :: *Bridge* Very well, I will have the OPS officer report to you for directions.

Host Taq`fan says:
CTO: Your role is twofold.  You will be required to act as information gatherers for your Command.  They are very keen to have as much information as possible on the situation.

Host Taq`fan says:
CTO: You will also be empowered to assist the Taq'uah as we see necessary.

Host CO_Winters says:
:: walks back in the room :: Ambassador: Excuse me. Ops: Report to the bridge, Admiral Rix is looking for you.

OPS-bronckhorst says:
::Shakes his head:: Self: here we go again, messing in other peoples problems like we don't have enough of our own.

CMO_Varesh says:
::goes over the profiles in his head:: Self: Lots of medical supplies and triage wards are called for. ::taps notes as Dref calls for attention::

FCO_More says:
Taq’fan: What exactly is implied by assistance? How far does our mandate extend?

Host CO_Winters says:
:: takes his seat again ::

Host Taq`fan says:
::nods to the Captain, then turns to listen to Dref's mission briefing::

CNS_tr`Loris says:
::reads over the info:: self: why would the Ritani let the Kinwe live? What usefulness or necessity do they see in that race?

CIV_Benson says:
::listening to the AMB talk and taking in more notes as he goes along::

OPS-bronckhorst says:
::stands up::  CO: Thank you, sir, I heard enough of this stuff then I needed too know ::leaves for the bridge

CNS_tr`Loris says:
::looks at Dref::

XO_Black says:
::glances at OPS, then looks back at the Ambassador again::

SpXO_Dref says:
All: Can I have your attention for a few moments please? I believe we're ready for the mission briefing ::Nods at Taq'fan and turns to his PADD:: 

Host CO_Winters says:
Ops: If you still have any pips on your shirt when the Admiral is done with you, report to my ready room when you are done.

SpXO_Dref says:
::Continues:: Three Taq'uah vessels, the Miz'nareal, the Sla'nistra and the Faqat have all been severely crippled in a battle against the Ritanai.

CEO_Mesme says:
::brings his full attention to the Spartan XO::

CSO_Danann says:
::turns her chair slightly sideways, leans back PADD in hand and looks at Dref::

Host SpXO_Dref says:
::Sighs and sends the new information. He continues yet again:: However, the Ritanai vessel was too badly damaged itself to cause any further damage, providing a small window of opportunity to salvage at least something from these vessels before the Ritanai can regroup and send in forces to complete the operation.

OPS-bronckhorst says:
CO: Don't count on it, sir, I'll probably be assigned too a garbage scow next, sir ::leaves for the Admiral' Office::

Host SpXO_Dref says:
::Places the PADD on the desk and shakes his head. He glances at the OPS and continues:: What has compounded the issue is that all three ships have drifted into a nearby nebula, rendering transporters and tractor beams useless.

Host SpXO_Dref says:
::Nods:: All: Each ship has it's own mission objectives. ::Glances across the room to see if everyone heard him::

CSO_Danann says:
::listening intently, looking very interested::

CMO_Varesh says:
SpXO: And those objectives would be?

Host CO_Winters says:
:: paying attention to Dref and the crew ::

CSUP_Takahashi says:
::puts himself at full concentration listening to Dref::

Host SpXO_Dref says:
::Shoots a dirty glance at the CMO:: CMO: Please wait until I'll finish.

CNS_tr`Loris says:
::thinks, sounds like a rescue and defence plan::

Host SpXO_Dref says:
All: For Miz'nareal; Retrieve all weapons and relevant technology
Retrieve logs and computer systems
Disable propulsion systems, ship weapons systems, tactical systems, and computer systems
Shut down life support, lock down all systems for future retrieval

CMO_Varesh says:
::smiles coolly at Dref::

XO_Black says:
::nodding at Dref's earlier statements he takes down the necessary orders to turn into department briefing points::

CSO_Danann says:
::biting her lip, raises an eyebrow at Dref's response to the CMO::

Host CO_Winters says:
:: crosses his legs ::

CIV_Benson says:
::takes all that down::

Host SpXO_Dref says:
Sla'nistra: Retrieve all weapons and relevant technology
Retrieve logs and computer systems
Disable propulsion systems, ship weapons systems, tactical systems, and computer systems. Find and download all scientific experimentation via logs and physical evidence separated around the ship. Shut down life support, lock down all systems for future retrieval.

OPS-Furlong says:
::stands up  from his chair as bronckhorst walks past him::

CMO_Varesh says:
::winks at the CSO::

CSO_Danann says:
::thinks they should just tow the bloody things back to wherever they're needed, glances around to see how people are taking this::

CSO_Danann says:
::raises her eyebrows at CMO, trying not to notice how cute he is...or has it just been too long:: Self: Oh, no...he probably heard that!

CMO_Varesh says:
::smirks at the CSO and turns his attention to Dref::

Host SpXO_Dref says:
Faqat: Retrieve all weapons and relevant technology
Retrieve logs and computer systems
Disable propulsion systems, ship weapons systems, tactical systems, and computer systems. Shut down life support, lock down all systems for future retrieval. However, there is also Tactical plans obtained by the Taq'uah intelligence service pertaining to the imminent mass invasion of Federation space.

CSO_Danann says:
::tries to concentrate on her PADD::

Host SpXO_Dref says:
::Sighs and continues:: It is Taq'fan's job to discover where that is, download it and transfer the information to the Scimitar

OPS-Furlong says:
Self: dead man walking :;shakes his head as he goes on with testing a higher level forcefield on power output::

FCO_More says:
::rubs his forehead, wishing he was sleeping better::

Host Taq`fan says:
All: That will be all for now.  Thank you for your time. I will be with Commander Dref in my quarters.  ::gets up, and exits the briefing room::

CMO_Varesh says:
::strengthens his mental shields, wishing these people wouldn't think so loud::

Host CO_Winters says:
Crew: Dismissed.

Host SpXO_Dref says:
::Nods at the people, he takes his PADD and walks after Taq`fan::

TO_DuPont says:
::Stands up and exits the briefing room::

CSUP_Takahashi says:
::nods at the CO, AMB and Dref and stands up walking towards the exit::

CSO_Danann says:
::gets up, trying not to get to the exit at the same time as either the TO or CMO::

CMO_Varesh says:
::lingers to let the others exit first::  CIV: Ensign... a moment please.

Host CO_Winters says:
:: follows Dref ::  Dref: A full report from you would be appreciated.

XO_Black says:
::stands and moves to the CO::  CO: Well, Sir... that was quite a story from the Ambassador...  ::sighs a little::

CIV_Benson says:
::takes in a deep breath after just taking in everything and stands to stretch::

Host Taq`fan says:
::enters the Turbolift::  Dref: Commander....

CTO_Ahkileez says:
::rises and follows DuPont:: TO: See if you can get a line out to the Adrienne's tactical staff. We'll need to coordinate.

TO_DuPont says:
::Heads over to tac2. enables the console and begins checking the torpedo inventory::

Host SpXO_Dref says:
::Nods, he enters the TL::

CIV_Benson says:
::hears the CMO:: CMO: yes

FCO_More says:
CO, XO: Where do we get started? Should I get us underway?

TO_DuPont says:
CTO: Aye sir

CEO_Mesme says:
::makes a "whoo" noise, stands, and exits the briefing room, heading for the bridge TL::

Host CO_Winters says:
XO: Yes, if this species is as dangerous as we have been led to believe, this mission is going to be of the up most importance to the federation.

Host Taq`fan says:
Dref: Thank you, Commander.  You did well.

CMO_Varesh says:
CIV: I know I've sent a memorandum to the rest of the staff, but I can't remember if I sent one to you. When can you come down to sickbay for a physical examination?

CSO_Danann says:
::makes her way out and settles into her station, thankfully almost hidden from the exiting officers::

CTO_Ahkileez says:
::takes over Tac-I again and starts reviewing the supply lists::

CNS_tr`Loris says:
::heads out onto he bridge, thinking::

SpXO_Dref says:
Taq'fan: Thank you sir, I just hope they're up for the job. From what I saw from their OPS, I'm finding that hard to believe. Sir.

CIV_Benson says:
::thinks for  moment:: CMO: I’m free at the moment, until the Captain sends his orders out

TO_DuPont says:
::pushes a few buttons:: CTO: Sir the CTO of the Adrienne's is a Lt. Roberts, I'll transfer his bio to your console for your perusal

CSUP_Takahashi says:
::walks up to the XO:: XO: Sir, are there any special orders you want me to do?

CEO_Mesme says:
::enters the TL and heads for ME, PADD still in hand::

CMO_Varesh says:
::frowns:: CIV: And where is Morillo?

Host Taq`fan says:
Dref: I do not believe that we will see Lieutenant Van Bronkhorst again.

XO_Black says:
::nods::  CO: I have to concur...  ::glances at the FCO and then at the CO::

CSO_Danann says:
::bites her lip as she logs on again, checks the few passive scans she was running and lets them get going again::

Host CO_Winters says:
FCO: By all means, set course for rendezvous with the Adrienne

CIV_Benson says:
CMO: He has been reassigned ,an administrative error

CTO_Ahkileez says:
::glances over his shoulder:: TO: Good. When you're done that, run over the torpedo supply lists and see if we can't get our firing sequence down by at least a second turnaround.

SpXO_Dref says:
::Allows a faint simple too appear on his face:: Taq'fan: Very well, Sir.

CSO_Danann says:
::hopes CMO doesn’t remember that she hasn't been in SB yet::

FCO_More says:
CO: Understood. Just tell me when to engage. Shall I have the fighters prepped for when we arrive? They are quite competent scouts...

Host CO_Winters says:
XO: I want Commander Dref monitored, understandably he was not to happy about the death of his Commanding Officer, make sure he gives the CTO and TO a wide berth.

CMO_Varesh says:
CIV: Well, I was just wondering, since he was the weapons officer the last time I looked. Well, come along, I'll get that physical out of the way. ::walks to the doors::

TO_DuPont says:
CTO: Sir, I slight technical glitch on the numbers of Quantum torpedo's I was thinking a manual count may be called for?

Host CO_Winters says:
FCO: Have them ready to go, you may engage for the system now

Host Taq`fan says:
Dref: Do you think that this crew will handle themselves well enough for our situation>

FCO_More says:
CO: Understood.

XO_Black says:
::nods::  CO: Aye, Captain...  ::moves to the CSUP::

FCO_More says:
::nods at them both, about turns and heads for the bridge::

CTO_Ahkileez says:
::raises a brow and turns toward him:: TO: Do you think that's necessary?

FCO_More says:
::enters the bridge::

CMO_Varesh says:
::Walks onto the bridge, past the science console.:: CSO: Ah, Ensign, I don't think I've seen you in Sickbay yet. do you have time now?

FCO_More says:
*CIV* Commander More to Benson. Ensign, do you have a moment?

TO_DuPont says:
CTO: Sir if were going into battle, we may need that one missing torpedo!

CIV_Benson says:
::follows the CMO::

CEO_Mesme says:
::exits the TL into ME and glances around at the crew busying themselves:: Self: Maybe I should have double checked that supply list

FCO_More says:
::moves to his station and takes a seat::

SpXO_Dref says:
Taq'fan: I believe I can't make that call and be objective about it, Sir. The recent events made sure of that. However, we need everyone we can spare.

XO_Black says:
CSUP: As Lieutenant van Bronckhorst is occupied at the moment you should coordinate matters with Lieutenant Furlong..  see to it that operational matters are handled adequately..

CTO_Ahkileez says:
::sighs:: TO: All right. If anything seems out of place, contact the supply officer.

FCO_More says:
Ops: Release docking clamps, retract umbillicals, and prepare to get underway.

CIV_Benson says:
*FCO* I was just on my way down to sickbay for a physical sir, do you need me

CSO_Danann says:
::sits up straight and opens her mouth, closes it again:: CMO: Um...I ::looks around, trying to find some way to escape. finds none:: I'm free ::sounds seriously worried that she has nothing pressing to see to::

TO_DuPont says:
CTO: Aye sir and I will work on the firing sequences later sir ::turns away from the CTO and heads towards the turbo lift::

CSUP_Takahashi says:
XO: Aye Sir

Host Taq`fan says:
Dref: That we do, Commander, that we do.  My one fear is that we are too late, that your captain's murder may have fatally delayed us.

CNS_tr`Loris says:
::clears the screen of his padd and starts writing a few notes. 1. Hera killed. 2. Dref assigned to work with Amb. Taq'fan.::

XO_Black says:
::nods at the CSUP and enters the bridge::

CEO_Mesme says:
::moves and stands in front of the warp core, he clears his throat and shouts out:: All: Can I have your attention for a moment please

CTO_Ahkileez says:
::sighs at DuPont and thinks if that guy gets any stiffer he's going to spontaneously shatter::

CMO_Varesh says:
::smiles:: CSO: Excellent. ::hears More and Benson talking:: I might even have time for you now, since I think Benson is about to be called for something else.

SpXO_Dref says:
Taq'fan: We've dealt with worse, Sir. We'll deal with this one as well.

OPS-Furlong says:
::checks Console::  CO: We have a incoming messages from Admiral Rix, sir!

TO_DuPont says:
::Enters the turbolift and heads down the torpedo magazine::

FCO_More says:
*CIV* Well, I actually wanted to introduce myself to you before I started giving you orders, but time is of the essence; and I need a fighter Squadron ready for a recon mission by the time we arrive in Taq'uan space. Could you arrange a briefing in the TIC at 1500?

CSUP_Takahashi says:
::walks towards Furlong:: OPS: Are all Operational matters in order sir?

Host CO_Winters says:
:: walks to the centre of the bridge ::  Ops: Put it through.

Host Taq`fan says:
::nods::

CSO_Danann says:
::smiles a little, feels very vulnerable;: CMO: Great... ::doesn't sound enthused::

OPS-Furlong says:
CSUP: Bit busy, but they are, Lieutenant

CIV_Benson says:
*FCO* of course sir, I’ll get right on it

XO_Black says:
::moves to the CTO and glances at the viewscreen::

OPS-Furlong says:
::puts through message on viewer::

CMO_Varesh says:
::smiles:: CSO: I only keep the very cold metal instruments for the commanding officers... they are always loathe to come for physicals.

FCO_More says:
*CIV* Thanks Ensign, I appreciate it.

FCO_More says:
All: Course set. We're getting underway

CSO_Danann says:
::can't think about how cute he is...nope...think about, err...about um...how to improve on the class two probe, yea...that's boring enough to keep my mind of how cute he looks when he smiles...:: Self: Damn!

CEO_Mesme says:
::purrs quietly as everyone in ME turns to look at him:: All: In case you haven’t guessed yet, I’m your new Chief of Engineering, Aun'to Mesme, now however you have been used to working remember it, but I will expect a lot more from each and everyone of you...

CIV_Benson says:
TL: stop, continue to TIC

CSUP_Takahashi says:
OPS: Aye sir ::walks away towards the TL and turns his head:: If anything is wrong that I can help with let me know sir  

XO_Black says:
::taps the CTO on his shoulder::  CTO: One moment, Lieutenant....

CIV_Benson says:
*CMO* that physical will have to wait for later

TO_DuPont says:
::Enters the ships torpedo magazine and begins a manual count::

OPS-Furlong says:
CSUP:I will, Lieutenant

FCO_More says:
::moves the Scimitar away from the station and begins bringing them on the correct vectors::

CSO_Danann says:
CMO: well, I hope I’m never promoted then... ::can't look at him straight::

CTO_Ahkileez says:
::runs checks on the tactical sensors, pausing them to glance up:: XO: Commander?

CMO_Varesh says:
CSO: Shall we? ::heads for the TL:: *CIV* Understood.

CSUP_Takahashi says:
::walks on and enters the TL:: TL: Shuttle bay 1

OPS-Furlong says:
::takes of some back ground noise and filters the Admirals Com link::

CSO_Danann says:
::follows CMO helplessly, hoping all the time that someone will suddenly and desperately need her to do something::

CMO_Varesh says:
::grins to himself at Danann's discomfort:: CSO: I'm Varesh, by the way. We never really introduced ourselves on the holodeck earlier.

CIV_Benson says:
::exits the TL into TIC, always gets a feeling of AW every time he sees it::

CEO_Mesme says:
All: I’m not going to re-assign any of you, not just yet anyway.  Now its time to get to work, lets get this ship up and running ::smiles and makes his way away from the warp core::

CNS_tr`Loris says:
::makes a few more notes, a. Spartan originally supposed to handle mission, with Hera's death Scimitar given mission. Did Hera know something?::

XO_Black says:
CTO: Lieutenant, seeing the history between Commander Dref, Ensign DuPont and you... I would urge you to avoid any unpleasentries between either of you.... it's the last thing we need right now...  understood..?

FCO_More says:
::engages maximum warp on their new heading::

FCO_More says:
*CO* We're underway sir.

Host CO_Winters says:
FCO: I am right behind you Commander... very well

OPS-Furlong says:
::feeling a bit dumb:: CO: It isn't my fault, sir, everything is up too spec, sir

CIV_Benson says:
::he looks around , looks at the holoprojector and al the personal running around doing the assigned tasks::

Host Taq`fan says:
*CO* Captain, I am pleased to say that the matter with Lieutenant Van Bronkhorst is complete.

Host CO_Winters says:
*Rix* I see.

CMO_Varesh says:
::enters the TL:: TL: Sickbay. ::waits for Danann to enter::

CSO_Danann says:
::hates it when people catch her off guard:: CMO: Niamh Danann...but, of course you already knew that. ::still has the PADD from earlier in her hand, tapping in compulsively::

CTO_Ahkileez says:
XO: It was my understanding that Commander Dref would be... hanging out with the ambassador for a substantial portion of his time. Shouldn't that help us 'avoid unpleasantries' sir?

CIV_Benson says:
::he makes his way to his consul and brings up a list of all fighter pilots::

CSO_Danann says:
::steps in after a seconds hesitation::

Host Taq`fan says:
*CO* Mister Furlong will be responsible for Operations Management until a replacement can be sent to you.

CMO_Varesh says:
CSO: I might have known that, but my saintly mother would clobber me if I forgot my manners.

CSUP_Takahashi says:
::exits TL and enters the SB and finds one of his people not working::

FCO_More says:
CO: Our ETA is eight hours. The recon fighters will be ready long before then.

CNS_tr`Loris says:
::wonder who he should talk to about all this the Captain or the Commander, who?::

Host CO_Winters says:
*Rix* What was his sentence?

XO_Black says:
CTO: You are correct, nevertheless, it does not change the fact of my earlier statement...

Host Taq`fan says:
*CO* He will be serving as an assistant instructor here at Starfleet Command.

CSO_Danann says:
::clears her throat:: CMO: Er, you're fully betazoid, right? ::hopes she's very much mistaken, has never been comfortable around telepaths, especially betazoids::

CNS_tr`Loris says:
::taps nervously on the padd, thinking::

CIV_Benson says:
::pushes a button on his consul opening internal ships comm.  ALL: All fighter pilots report to TIC at 1500 hours for mission briefing, I repeat fighter pilots to TIC at 1500

CEO_Mesme says:
::watches as his engineering teams rush off to get to work:: Self: That’s what I like to see ::makes his way to a console and brings up a system status report::

Host CO_Winters says:
*Rix*  Very well. :: puzzled ::

CMO_Varesh says:
::nods:: CSO: Yes, but I'm also well trained and will never peek where I'm not allowed to without permission, or so ordered. Relax, you're making ME jumpy. ::grins at Danann::

FCO_More says:
::brings up a list of fighter pilots and marks out the best ones for a recon assignment::

XO_Black says:
CTO: Please relay the info to Ensign DuPont as well... now we have business to attend too...  ::moves to the command area::

TO_DuPont says:
::checks the count, confirms it and then heads towards the torpedo launcher::

CSO_Danann says:
::bites her lip and looks him dead in the eyes, arms folded:: CMO: So...you haven’t read, um...read my mind?

CTO_Ahkileez says:
::sighs and returns to his sensor checks, thinking 'Starfleet sheep"::

CIV_Benson says:
::going over the data again from the briefing we just had::

CMO_Varesh says:
::looks at Danann:: CMO: No, everything I pick up at the moment is surface thoughts. Stop worrying. ::exits the TL and leads the way to sickbay::

Host CO_Winters says:
:: sits in his chair ::

XO_Black says:
::sits down in his seat, picking up the PADD with his notes taken earlier on::

FCO_More says:
*CIV* I'm transmitting a list of possible candidates for recon duty Ensign, please pull up their personal files and cross reference this list with what ever the computer thinks.

CSO_Danann says:
::sighs a little:: CMO: Not that I want to hide anything of course, sir...I don't...I’m not being secretive or anything... ::shuts up and follows::

CEO_Mesme says:
::makes a couple notes, especially on the Bridges total lack of communication with Main Engineering while leaving a Starbase, he purrs slightly::

TO_DuPont says:
*CTO* DuPont to Ahkileez

CNS_tr`Loris says:
::sighs, wishing he could talk to Aurel about all this::

Host CO_Winters says:
XO: You almost kill a few crew members these days you get reassigned to teach. I hope he isn't teaching weapons training.

CIV_Benson says:
::receiving the data::*FCO* yes sir

CMO_Varesh says:
CSO: Stop thinking about it... you get used to it after a while. ::leads the way into sickbay:: "Welcome to my parlour, said the spider to the fly" ::trying very hard not to laugh::

CTO_Ahkileez says:
::presses the blue comm. button on his console:: *TO*: Go ahead, Ensign.

OPS-Furlong says:
::closes the comm. and then checks on Engineering Power flow::

CSO_Danann says:
::stops just outside of Sickbay:: Self: thinking about "it"?...I wasn't... ::growls:: now I am! ::scoffs and follows him in::

XO_Black says:
::looks at the CO and grins a little::  CO: Let's hope so... He's not the ideal role model for StarFleet Academy.. and I'm putting that mildly...  ::glances at the viewscreen::

OPS-Furlong says:
::looks at Transfer file:: CO: Don't worry, sir, he's teaching command classes, sir

Host Taq`fan says:
<<<<<<<<<<<< Pause Scimitar Mission: Episode #1 - “Enter The Arena” >>>>>>>>>>>>>

Star Trek: A Call To Duty - USS Scimitar
Season 3 , Episode #1  (Mission #183)
“Enter The Arena”

Original Air Date: 10205.20
Executive Producer Nick Beckwith
Copyright 2002: A Call To Duty
All Rights Reserved