Star Trek: A Call To Duty

USS Scimitar NCC-80826 - SD 10208.05

Starring:

Martijn Lemmen 	as	[CO] Commander Brian Black

Matt Thomason		as	[XO] Lieutenant Commander Vincent Mortimer

Neil Cole 		as 	[CEO] Ensign Zefram DuPont
Greg Diduszko		as	[TO] Ensign K’Nargh
Chris Esterhuyse 	as 	[CMO] Lieutenant Commander Varesh
Ruth Holbrook 		as 	[CNS] Ensign Doran Tr’Loris
Adam Morecroft		as	[CIV] Ensign Kalen Croft
Kevin Norton		as	[MO] Lieutenant, Junior Grade Jau Hixxan
Aoibhe O’ Sullivan 	as 	[CSO] Ensign Naimh Danann
Brendan Ringenoldus	as	[FCO] Lieutenant, Junior Grade John Exeter
Peter Saunders 		as 	[CTO] Lieutenant Aun’To Mesme
Tim Schols		as	[OPS] Ensign Gary Jackson
Gina Toye 		as 	[EO] Ensign Karla Leasha

Nick Beckwith		as	USS Scimitar Ship Manager

Host SM_Nick says:
"The Vanishing"

Host SM_Nick says:
<<<<<<Start Mission>>>>>>>>

CEO_DuPont says:
::On his way to the command lounge for the meeting::

CNS_tr`Loris says:
::walking to the command lounge::

CTO_Mesme says:
::heading towards the command lounge, not wanting to be late this time::

CMO_Varesh says:
::walks towards the command lounge for the meeting::

TO_K`Nargh says:
::gets off the transport shuttle and walks toward the command lounge::

Host XO_Mortimer says:
::in the command chair::

Host Adm_Rix says:
::sat in the command lounge, tapping his fingers on the table::

Host XO_Mortimer says:
*All Crew* All crew, report to the command lounge immediately.

CNS_tr`Loris says:
::Enters the command lounge, finds a seat to sit down in::

Host XO_Mortimer says:
::gets out of the chair as his relief arrives, and heads to the lounge himself::

CEO_DuPont says:
::Enters the command lounge nods politely at the Admiral and the XO and takes a seat as far away as possible from them both::

Host Adm_Rix says:
::nods as Tr'Loris enters::

CMO_Varesh says:
::enters the lounge and finds a seat near the front::

Host Adm_Rix says:
::nods to Mesme as he sits down::

CTO_Mesme says:
::arrives at the command lounge and enters, content he isn’t late sits down::

TO_K`Nargh says:
::enter the lounge nods at the adm and xo and seats near the middle::

FCO-Exeter says:
:;enters the command lounge and takes a seat as far away from the Admiral::

Host XO_Mortimer says:
::takes a chair beside the admiral::

TO_K`Nargh says:
::waves the CTO over:: CTO: over here

CMO_Varesh says:
::glances at Adm Rix::

Host Adm_Rix says:
::acknowledges Varesh as he sits::

Host Adm_Rix says:
::Notices that the entire senior staff have entered, and stands up, ready to start::

CTO_Mesme says:
::sees the overexcited officer, decides to indulge him and walks over, exchanging nods with the admiral, sits next to the TO::

Host Adm_Rix says:
All: Commander Black sends his apologies, he is currently liaising with Starfleet Command on the mission at hand.  He has asked me to run you through today's briefing.

TO_K`Nargh says:
::whisper:: CTO: Hi, I don’t believe we have met yet, ::reaches out his hand::

CEO_DuPont says:
::Frowns wondering why a Starfleet Admiral is giving a crew a briefing ...unless it’s important""

Host Adm_Rix says:
All: You will all no doubt be aware of the U.S.S. Adrienne, the ship which assisted you in your first mission in Taq'uah territory.

FCO-Exeter says:
::shows interest, but really can't give a hoot::

CMO_Varesh says:
::frowns slightly at Rix's words::

Host XO_Mortimer says:
::is glad he read up on the mission history prior to the briefing::

CTO_Mesme says:
::takes the TO's hand but makes sure to point out that he is listening to the admiral::

TO_K`Nargh says:
::shakes his hand and turns around and listens to the admiral::

Host Adm_Rix says:
All: Three days ago, we received a distress call from one of the junior relief officers on board.  His report stated that the entire senior staff of the Adrienne have disappeared.

Host XO_Mortimer says:
::looks shocked::

CNS_tr`Loris says:
::Frowns::

TO_K`Nargh says:
::shakes his head::

FCO-Exeter says:
::sighs::Self: been there, done that

Host Adm_Rix says:
All: They have no idea as to how this has happened.  There has been no sign of intrusion, nor boarding.

CMO_Varesh says:
::blinks in surprise::

TO_K`Nargh says:
Self: looks like another job for the Tactical team ::grins::

CTO_Mesme says:
::thinks to himself:: Self: interesting

Host Adm_Rix says:
All: There was also no clue as to why this should occur.  Therefore the Scimitar is being sent to investigate this incident, and to offer the current crew of the Adrienne any assistance she may require in returning home.

FCO-Exeter says:
:;grunts: Self: great, meaning I get to fly home on another ship!

Host Adm_Rix says:
You will all receive relevant briefings pertaining to each crewmember in your PADD's.  Starfleet hopes that this information may prove useful to you in your search.

Host Adm_Rix says:
All: Questions?

TO_K`Nargh says:
::starts thinking of his father:: Self: I wonder how he is doing ::gets a sad looking face::

Host XO_Mortimer says:
Adm: Sir, I assume all data as to their current position has been uploaded to our computers?

CMO_Varesh says:
:;waits for his turn to ask a question::

Host Adm_Rix says:
XO: Affirmative.  Your Flight Control team have the co-ordinates.  We are on constant contact with the Adrienne right now.  Her most senior officer is a newly-promoted Junior Lieutenant.

Host XO_Mortimer says:
::reading down his PADD, doing his best to digest the information::

CMO_Varesh says:
::reads the PADD in his hand::

CTO_Mesme says:
::takes a glance at the information::

Host Adm_Rix says:
::waits for the next question::

TO_K`Nargh says:
ADM: Has the Adrienne been damaged in any form?

Host Adm_Rix says:
TO: No damage reported.  The crew simply vanished.  There was no report of phaser fire or any alien encounter.

TO_K`Nargh says:
::nods::

TO_K`Nargh says:
ADM: One more question Adm, any news about our CO?

Host Adm_Rix says:
TO: Negative.  We're doing all we can to try and trace the Ritanai ship from your original encounter, but the trace soon disappeared.

TO_K`Nargh says:
::nods again and takes out his PADD::

CMO_Varesh says:
Adm: Do they suspect any medical reason for their disappearances?

FCO-Exeter says:
ADM: Question, why send us? We ain't a veteran crew ourselves, sir

TO_K`Nargh says:
::whispers:: CTO: so what do you think about this disappearance?

Host Adm_Rix says:
CMO: Negative.  They simply vanished without trace.  They can't even pick them up on sensors.

CTO_Mesme says:
::returns the whisper:: TO: I think we should be very careful

Host Adm_Rix says:
FCO: The Scimitar has already had dealings with the Adrienne.  You are also supposed to be working in tandem - it therefore makes sense that you go to assist.  You also have the benefit of knowing Taq'uah space.

Host XO_Mortimer says:
Adm: I assume Commander Black will be returning any second to command this mission, Sir?

CMO_Varesh says:
::nods and makes notes:: Adm: No trace of any transporter activity, any chroniton readings, temporal distortions?

FCO-Exeter says:
::raises an eyebrow at Mortimer's request::

Host Adm_Rix says:
XO: You are to depart immediately after this meeting.  Commander Black will join you once he has completed his briefing from Starfleet Command.

Host XO_Mortimer says:
Adm: I see, Sir... Aye, sir!

Host Adm_Rix says:
CMO: Nothing, Doctor.

TO_K`Nargh says:
::nods at the CTO:: CTO: I agree

CMO_Varesh says:
::mutters under his breath:: Self: "Curioser and curioser, said Alice"

TO_K`Nargh says:
Adm: do any of the remaining crew recall anything? Maybe something weird that happened before the senior crew disappeared?

Host Adm_Rix says:
::overhears Varesh::  CMO: You have a point, Doctor.  Taq'uah space seems to have become a relative "Looking-Glass" for us.

FCO-Exeter says:
ADM: Any chance for bailing out on this mission, don't like the thought of disappearing again, sir!

CMO_Varesh says:
::smiles at the Admiral:: Adm: I didn't think you'd hear that, sir.

Host Adm_Rix says:
TO: No.  All they know is, one moment, the computer showed them on board the Adrienne, in various locations, the next, they were gone.

Host Adm_Rix says:
FCO: Negative.  But at least, if you disappear, you won't be the only one.

Host Adm_Rix says:
::tries to raise a small smile::

TO_K`Nargh says:
::whispers to himself:: Self: very weird

Host Adm_Rix says:
CMO: It's my job to hear everything, Commander.

Host XO_Mortimer says:
FCO: Don't worry, Mr. Exeter, I'm sure this is a one-off occurrence, and will be easily explained once we reach the Adrienne.

FCO-Exeter says:
:;shakes his head:: Adm: good one, sir :;smiles::

Host Adm_Rix says:
::nods at Exeter::

CMO_Varesh says:
::nods at the riposte and scans the document again::

TO_K`Nargh says:
Adm: did anything else disappear from the ship?

Host Adm_Rix says:
TO: Negative.  Only the personnel and the clothing and equipment they had with them at the time.

FCO-Exeter says:
XO:Commander, been in the field longer then you, nothing is a one-off occurrence, with all due respect, sir

TO_K`Nargh says:
::nods::

TO_K`Nargh says:
CTO: I have never heard of such things in my life....::trails off::

Host XO_Mortimer says:
FCO: Even so, I'm sure we'll have this solved in no time. No need to worry about it at all, I'm sure.

CMO_Varesh says:
::smiles at Cmdr. Mortimer's optimism, but keeps his dark thoughts to himself::

FCO-Exeter says:
:;shakes his head realizing he's really doomed now:: XO:if you say so,sir 

CTO_Mesme says:
::half jokingly:: TO: Everyday is a new adventure

TO_K`Nargh says:
::grins::

Host Adm_Rix says:
All: Well, if that's all the questions you have, you're to depart in 20 minutes.  Dismissed.

Host XO_Mortimer says:
::rises from his chair, and salutes the Admiral::

TO_K`Nargh says:
ALL:: I say lets do this, they helped us now its our turn

CMO_Varesh says:
::rises from his chair, nods politely at the admiral and follows the rest out of the room.::

Host Adm_Rix says:
::nods to the crew as they all leave::

CEO_DuPont says:
::Stands up and leaves the command lounge while reading the briefing on his padd::

CTO_Mesme says:
:;raises and smiles at the TO's comment, picks up his PADD and makes his way out of the room::

TO_K`Nargh says:
::rises and follows the CTO out of the room::

Host XO_Mortimer says:
::heads out onto the bridge, taking the command chair from the relief officer::

CNS_tr`Loris says:
::looks up from his reading, stands up and heads for the door::

Host XO_Mortimer says:
::takes another quick look down his PADD, making some notes::

CTO_Mesme says:
::makes his way over to the tactical station and runs a quick diagnostic of all the systems::

CNS_tr`Loris says:
::Heads back to his office to finish reading::

TO_K`Nargh says:
::heading towards tac2 with a disappointed look on his face::

TO_K`Nargh says:
::quietly sits at tac2 and just stares at the controls::

Host XO_Mortimer says:
CEO: Mr. DuPont, please ensure we're ready to depart in ten minutes.

CTO_Mesme says:
::looks at the TO:: TO: Something on your mind?

Host XO_Mortimer says:
CTO: Mr. Mesme, I want a full check of the Adrienne's systems prepared, and any possible holes in their defences checked out so we can make sure we're not vulnerable to anything that they were.

CMO_Varesh says:
::walks over to Mortimer:: XO: Do you need me for anything else, sir, or can I go and get sickbay even more ready than it is already?

TO_K`Nargh says:
::tries to hide the feeling:: CTO: just my father....but its nothing

CTO_Mesme says:
XO: Yes sir, I will get on it right away

CEO_DuPont says:
*XO* Aye Sir, the ship will be ready!

CTO_Mesme says:
TO: it doesn’t look like nothing from where I’m standing ::stops:: almost sounded like a counsellor then ::smiles::

Host XO_Mortimer says:
CMO: Mr Varesh, I'd like you to work with Mr Tr’Loris and perform a thorough check on the senior crew bios for the Adrienne.

TO_K`Nargh says:
::looks at the CTO and knows he can trust him:: CTO: we Klingons don't usually show these feelings but my father is really sick, that’s why I have been away from some missions

FCO-Exeter says:
:;takes his station and checks on coordinates::

CMO_Varesh says:
::nods:: XO: Aye, sir. Permission to leave the bridge?

Host XO_Mortimer says:
FCO: Mr. Exeter, lay in a course for the Adrienne's position, and make sure everything is ready for departure in ten minutes. Liaise with Mr. DuPont if necessary.

Host XO_Mortimer says:
CMO: Permission granted.

CTO_Mesme says:
::gives an understanding glance:: TO: I’m sure he will pull through, you can never keep a Klingon down in my experience

TO_K`Nargh says:
*CMO*:TO to Varesh

TO_K`Nargh says:
::grins at the CTO::CTO:Thank you

CEO_DuPont says:
::Gets out of the TL and enters engineering:: EO_ EKkenniesynaamnie: Bring the warp core online we will departing shortly

CMO_Varesh says:
::nods at Mortimer and walks over to the turbo lift:: *TO*: Varesh here, go ahead.

Host XO_Mortimer says:
::feeling perfectly at home now he has a nice routine set of orders to give out::

TO_K`Nargh says:
*CMO* Your assistant told me a while back that you need blood samples from a Klingon because of that disease that is affecting us, are you still interested in taking my blood and tissue samples?

CTO_Mesme says:
::begins "warming up" the tactical systems::

FCO-Exeter says:
XO:Sure ::opens a Comm and lays in course:; COM: SB: permission to leave Starbase

Host Adm_Rix says:
<SB OPS> COM: FCO: Permission granted, Scimitar.

CMO_Varesh says:
TL: Deck 4. *TO*: Yes, as a matter of fact, Ensign, but we'll have to do that a bit later, please.

TO_K`Nargh says:
*CMO*:Yes sir

TO_K`Nargh says:
::waiting for his TAC2 to warm up::

CNS_tr`Loris says:
::writes down some notes on his computer:: self: Except for one all of the missing crew of the Adrienne is from Earth. The EO is Andorian.

FCO-Exeter says:
*CEO*: Are we ready too run on own power??

CMO_Varesh says:
*TO*: Great, I'll call you when we can draw the blood. Varesh out. ::exits the TL on his deck:: *CNS*: Varesh to tr'Loris.

TO_K`Nargh says:
CTO: I think my father has Altairan Encephalitis....that's why I am worried about him

CEO_DuPont says:
*FCO* Affirmative, thrusters, impulse and warp engines are online

CNS_tr`Loris says:
*CMO* Yes doctor, how can I help you?

CTO_Mesme says:
XO: Sir, I have analysed the Adrienne's defences from the data we have received, for want of a better word they were in perfect condition, the only thing was their shields were down when the incident happened

FCO-Exeter says:
:;removes all moorings: *CEO*: okay thanks, all mooring have been removed. :;turns too the XO: XO: Ship is ready too departure, and we are running on own power.

TO_K`Nargh says:
::listens to the CTO as he speaks with the XO::

CMO_Varesh says:
*CNS*: Commander Mortimer asked that we go over the Adrienne's senior crew medical data. Can you come to sickbay, or shall I come to your office?

Host XO_Mortimer says:
CTO: We'll bear that in mind. Prepare to raise shields as soon as we close on their position, I want to be prepared for anything.

CTO_Mesme says:
XO: Aye sir ::turns back to his console::

CNS_tr`Loris says:
::thinks:: *CMO* I'll meet you in sickbay.

Host XO_Mortimer says:
FCO: Well done, we're ahead of schedule. Take us out, Mr. Exeter.

CMO_Varesh says:
::walks into sickbay:: *CNS*: I'll be there. Varesh out.

CNS_tr`Loris says:
::Transfers his few notes to his padd, and gets up to leave::

TO_K`Nargh says:
CTO: so how long have you been in Starfleet?

FCO-Exeter says:
XO:Aye , taking us out ::sets the ship to go to the outer marker::

Host XO_Mortimer says:
::fidgets in the big chair::

CNS_tr`Loris says:
::leaves, walks to sickbay::

CMO_Varesh says:
::looks around the room:: Med staff: Ok, folks... the Adrienne is in trouble, and we're going to help them this time. I want sickbay to even better than ready, so get started. I'll be in my office with Counsellor tr'Loris.

CTO_Mesme says:
TO: A little over 5 years now

Host Adm_Rix says:
ACTION: The Scimitar leaves Starbase, taking another chunk out of the paintwork.  The paint crew starts to commit mass suicide.

TO_K`Nargh says:
::looks amazed::CTO: wow,I have only been on this ship for maybe 4-5 months

CEO_DuPont says:
*XO* Sir with all due respect I would prefer to keep the Scimitar away from maximum warp until myself and the engineering team have had a chance to go over the repairs that were made to the warp core

CTO_Mesme says:
TO: The time will soon fly by, believe me

TO_K`Nargh says:
::grins::

CMO_Varesh says:
::turns to walk into his office, PADD in hand:: Computer: Upload the information on PADD Zeta Four Seven Two, and display it on my desk PADD.

Host XO_Mortimer says:
*CEO* Understood. Can we perform a gradual increase, keeping an eye on the core?

FCO-Exeter says:
:;grins as he scraped a bit of painting from the hull:: Self: got a reputation too keep up

Host Adm_Rix says:
<Computer> CMO: Working.

Host Adm_Rix says:
ACTION: The information appears.

CMO_Varesh says:
::settles behind his desk and starts reading the crew medical files::

CEO_DuPont says:
::Frowns:: *XO* Sir I wouldn't advise that until we have a good few days worth of travel on the core

CNS_tr`Loris says:
::Walks into sickbay::

Host XO_Mortimer says:
FCO: A little more carefully next time, perhaps?

FCO-Exeter says:
TO: It does, been in this gig for more then 6 years or more, I can't remember how long! It all goes really fast

CNS_tr`Loris says:
CMO: Hello doctor

Host XO_Mortimer says:
FCO: What's our ETA to the Adrienne at warp five, Mr. Exeter?

FCO-Exeter says:
XO’s, it's the auto-pilot not me, sir. Haven't done a manual departure since when I started, sir

CMO_Varesh says:
::looks up:: CNS: Ah, Counsellor. Take a seat... looks like we have a few hours of work ahead.

Host XO_Mortimer says:
::makes a note to talk to someone about servicing the auto-pilot::

CNS_tr`Loris says:
::sighs:: CMO: Right. ::sits down::

TO_K`Nargh says:
FCO: wow, hats really good ::smiles:: Self: I wonder if I will survive that long

CMO_Varesh says:
::smiles:: CNS: I know, its slog work, but we have to be prepared for anything... you will most likely be the one to counsel them when we find them.

CNS_tr`Loris says:
CMO: Yeah.

FCO-Exeter says:
XO:ETA too Adrienne at Warp 5 is 4 hours, I think we can  get permission too go at Warp 8 seeing the situation,sir!

TO_K`Nargh says:
FCO: do you have the most years in Starfleet on this ship?

CMO_Varesh says:
CNS: You sound overly enthusiastic.

CEO_DuPont says:
::Shakes his head, hoping at least that the XO heard him, about not going to fast until they have had a chance to review engine performance on the core::

FCO-Exeter says:
TO: Think the Doc has more then me, but don't know. I do know I have more years then Commander Black

Host XO_Mortimer says:
FCO: True, but I don't want to push the core too much. Go to warp six at your discretion, we'll check in with engineering after a few minutes to see if we can risk a speed increase.

CTO_Mesme says:
::wonders why pilots are always in a rush to get everywhere::

CNS_tr`Loris says:
CMO: I'm just sort of worried about them. Who has them and what are they doing to them? ::frowns::

TO_K`Nargh says:
::nods at the FCO::

Host XO_Mortimer says:
*CEO* Mr. DuPont, prepare for warp six, and let me know how much more we can risk as soon as possible.

TO_K`Nargh says:
Self: the core better not overheat......if it does.....don’t want to think about it

CMO_Varesh says:
CNS: That is my concern as well. ::turns the desk PADD:: Shall we divvy up the crew? I'll take the first half, and you the second and then we swap later. Afterwards we can compare notes.

CEO_DuPont says:
*XO* Aye Sir Warp 6 it is....::sighs::

FCO-Exeter says:
TO: spent my most years in the brig of the USS-Nighthawk :;smiles

Host XO_Mortimer says:
*CEO* Ensure all fail-safes are engaged. If there’s any problems I'd rather the engine tripped out than we did any permanent damage.

TO_K`Nargh says:
FCO: I don’t plan to switch ships ::grins::

CNS_tr`Loris says:
CNS: Okay. Only thing I noted so far is except for the EO, everyone is from Earth.

FCO-Exeter says:
TO: Not your decision, ensign, Starfleet Sends you where your needed

CEO_DuPont says:
*XO* Sir all fail safes are always engaged and I would rather that we got there in one piece...sir

TO_K`Nargh says:
FCO: True....but if it was up to me I would not switch

CMO_Varesh says:
CNS: Interesting... I skimmed the records, but didn't really look at their planet of origin. That could be a factor.

Host XO_Mortimer says:
*CEO* Glad to hear that we're agreed on that, Ensign.

CNS_tr`Loris says:
CMO: Well I was just remembering that the one race uses telepaths, so I thought I'd find out of any of them fit that.

FCO-Exeter says:
:;shakes his head and increases speed too warp 6:: TO: Well sometimes you have too leave too further your career or serve with a Friend on the same ship

CMO_Varesh says:
::nods:: CNS: By the way... just to double check, does your information match mine. I got their service and medical records.

TO_K`Nargh says:
FCO: I agree with that but it would be hard to leave.....

CNS_tr`Loris says:
CMO: Half, I got service and Psychological profiles.

CTO_Mesme says:
::decides to spend some time reading through the Adrienne's tactical logs::

CEO_DuPont says:
::Watches as the Scimitar increases speed to warp 6, and begins to monitor the deuterium flow and the M/ARA chamber::

FCO-Exeter says:
TO: You'll get over that

TO_K`Nargh says:
FCO: but for now ill be staying here :smiles::

Host XO_Mortimer says:
::fidgets in the chair some more::

TO_K`Nargh says:
CTO: Anything you want me to do sir?

CMO_Varesh says:
::nods:: CNS: I see... so perhaps we each keep to our things, since it is classified, and then compare notes after?

CNS_tr`Loris says:
CMO: Yeah probably best that way.

FCO-Exeter says:
TO:good for you ::smiles::

CTO_Mesme says:
TO: Just make sure everything is working and keep an eye on the sensors, I think we might have a little bit of a rest before the real trouble starts

CEO_DuPont says:
*XO* Sir everything appears to running smoothly , may I suggest you take the Scimitar to warp7 and keep her there for the duration of the journey?

CMO_Varesh says:
::nods:: CNS: Want to stay here and we can discuss them as we go along, or settle in for some light reading and maybe meet in the lounge later?

TO_K`Nargh says:
CTO: Aye sir ::keeps eyes on Tac2::

Host XO_Mortimer says:
*CEO* Thank you, Mr. DuPont. 

Host XO_Mortimer says:
FCO: Increase to warp seven, Mr. Exeter.

FCO-Exeter says:
XO:Aye increasing  too Warp 7,sir ::increases speed too Warp 7::

CNS_tr`Loris says:
::thinks:: CMO: I think I'll go back to my office and we can meet in the lounge later.

CMO_Varesh says:
CNS: Great. I'll see you later then.