Star Trek: A Call To Duty

USS Scimitar NCC-80826 - SD 10512.05

Starring:

Scott Knight		as	[XO] Commander Ethan MacAllister

Neil Cole 		as 	[EO] Ensign Zefram DuPont
Rob Lemmens 		as 	[CMO] Lieutenant Zoran Abmeraz
Christopher Dickinson	as 	[CNS] Commander Marla Enki
Patrick DeRuiter 		as	[CSO] Lieutenant Jonathan Pierce
Brendan Ringenoldus	as	[FCO] Lieutenant, Junior Grade Jim Exeter

Karen Barkas		as	USS Scimitar Ship Manager

Absent:

Gina Toye		[CO]
Martijn Lemmen		[CTO]

Summary… With thoughts of peace diminishing, a frustrated Arillian Minister returns the XO to the Scimitar…

The confusion remains around sickbay with Marla not feeling at her best and Nurse Lenny weak on the bio bed...

The Guardian of Continuous Light is powering up her systems as it scans the Scimitar; the light flashes before the crew, and leaves as quickly as it had begun…

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CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::On the bridge, stunned by the light::
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
::After leaving Sickbay, Marla heads towards the Mess Hall::
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::In main engineering::
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::Looking slightly depressed since Lenny was unable to respond too positive to his idea to revive her from her rest.::
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
::suddenly finds himself on the bridge:: Aloud: DAMN THAT MAN!
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::Looks up:: XO: Welcome back... I think, although you don't seem too happy. What happened?
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::As everyone has left and Lenny is asleep again, he walks over to his office, allowing the door to slide shut behind him. He drops down into his chair and sits their, silently... in thought... drifting in his own world.::
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CSO: They never wanted peace! Scan that ship and see if it's powering weapons. ::Spins round:: FCO: Stand by to get us the hell out of here!
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
:: Checks weapons status and shields:: XO: I rather we give it some holes and then we move the hell out of here.
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::Turns back to his console to find signs of weapons powering up:: XO: I do know they have about 40 smaller vessels aboard... if these all come swarming us we're in for a tough time
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CSO: Thanks John.
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
FCO: Do we know how thick their shields are? Regardless, you see those smaller vessels swarming you get us to a safe distance PDQ!
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
XO: They're powering up weapons and subspace drive. They scanned us before, but me and the EO disconnected the most sensitive systems so I doubt they got much helpful information
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CSO: Shields! ::hits the red alert button on his chair console::
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::Raises shields and powers up the weapon systems:: XO: Shields raised, phaser banks and torpedoes powering up
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::Hears the red alert klaxon and nods to himself::
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::He leans forwards, resting his arms on his desk and stares. For a moment he experiences a feeling that resembles something he read about. Earthlings call it homesick.::
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::Looks at the sensors as he notices the ship closing some of its gaps again:: XO: The ship is reconfiguring itself again, it seems some of the gaps are closing, which means they can't get all planes out
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CSO: Transfer Tactical to my chair.
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CSO: Have you scanned their weapons?
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Halfway to the Mess Hall, she hears the red alert siren sound.  People begin pouring from everywhere, trying to get to their battle stations quickly.  Confused, Marla just tries to stay out of the way::
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
XO: Aye-aye, going for strafing run and then get the hell out of here. Your guys ready? ::sets coordinates::
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::nods, then transfers command of the tactical systems to the XO's chair:: XO: Done sir, I did scan their weapons but I never got a definite readout. All I know is that they have torpedoes. I'm assuming they're equal to our Galaxy ships, but I have no evidence to support that
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
FCO: Stand by Lieutenant.
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::He seems to be so deep into his thoughts that he didn't hear the red alert sounding and if it wasn't for the red flashing light, he probably would've missed it completely. He jumps off from his chair and prepares to rush back into sickbay.:: Self: Darn, now that log will have to wait.

Action... The OPS console signals a message is being transmitted by the Arillian Vessel...

EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::Prepares the damage control parties::
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CSO: Run another scan... this time I want the coverage of the weapons you do know about.
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::Taps away on his console as he runs scans with full power now, trying to find out what weapon systems the Arillian vessel is carrying. The power readings of the systems powering up should help::
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
::hears the OPS console bleep and moves to it... tapping the button to accept the hail:: COM: Guardian: You want to tell me why you're so intent on war Commander?
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::He runs into sickbay and looks around, but everything is still set from the last alert.:: XO: Abmeraz to MacAllister.
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
<*XO*>

Action.. There is no response.. The message is a data file only.

EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::Wonders briefly for a fleeting moment if he should head to the bridge, but thankfully that moment passes::
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
*CMO*: Unless it's urgent Zoran... stand by.
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
::She breaths steadily, trying to keep her feet beneath her.  She feels strange, maybe she should have had the doctor run some scans on her while she was there::
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
::Scans the data file thoroughly for anything that may be harmful::
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
*XO*: Standing by then. Just wanted to check what the situation was. Sickbay is ready in case you have need for it. Abmeraz out. ::Begins to instruct some of his MO's to double check on the supplies and equipment.::
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
XO: Ran scans with maximum power this time. They have weapons of Laquiexian origin: Torpedoes and energy weapons, similar to phasers
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
::transfers the signal to Science:: CSO: Tell me what you make of this.
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::Finishes any preparations needed to make the Scimitar battle ready, then scans the incoming file for viruses and other harmful content::
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CSO: Run it against all the known samples of Arillian Text and see what you can come up with. ::returns to his chair::
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
XO: Aye sir
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Shaking it off, she taps her COM badge:: *Bridge*: Marla to Bridge.  Do you require me on the Bridge at this time?
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
*CMO*: Thanks for the heads up Zoran... I'll keep you informed as soon as I have some data myself. MacAllister out.
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::As the instructed MO's start to run around like ants on an anthill, he walks over to a console, to start the process of finding a new synthesized serum to try and cure Lenny. Times like these he would best have her around treating others, instead of just sleeping on that bio bed.::
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
*EO*: Ensign, we need those systems back online ASAP. Lets get all systems back in the grid which we've taken out ::He reattaches all systems with sensitive information so that they can use them again, then, as the virus scans turn up nothing, he opens the file and runs a comparison program, trying to decipher what is written::
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
*CNS*: I could probably use your expertise here yes... we just received a data stream from the Arillian ship and I need to know exactly what it is.
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::Continues to monitor the situation, waiting patiently for the first energy blast or torpedo strike on their shields::
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::He refines the search to find matches to the Star of Destiny and any related issues::
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
*CSO* I'm running my decryption program now, you'll have full access within 90 seconds
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CSO: Until we find out what that file is I want it Isolated from the main computer core.
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
*XO*: Understood, I'll be up shortly.  ::Closes the Comm channel and heads for a turbo lift chute::
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
Computer: Decrypt DuPont encryption program, Alpha Delta 6713
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
::Checks the Tactical sensors from his chair to see what the Guardian is up to::

Action.. Marla hears a faint voice behind her... although distant and weak it sounds like Nurse Lenny's voice..

CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
*EO*: Thanks XO: yes sir, I’ll make a one way gate so the search programs can access the file, but not vice versa::
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Hears the voice again.  Turning, she looks behind her...::  Aloud: Hello?!?
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
::nods:: CSO: Good... Keep at it.
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::Brings up the data on the virus the computer identified it with as being the closest related match it could find and begins to work on the known vaccine for that as starting point.:: Self: Okay, if we combine this with the possible antibodies from Lenny's blood, we might be able to get this over pretty quick. That is, if she is the host carrier.
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
FCO: What's that ship up to?
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
::wakes up from his short power nap:: XO: what where , how?
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::Has a look at the file and notes all the letter and numbers  with no spaces between the characters:: Self: Hmm a formula? *CSO* I'm looking at the Arillian file now....what do you think some kind of formula?
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
FCO: The ship Jim... what's it doing?

Action.. The Light of the Guardian begins to turn slowly, as she defiantly begins to turn away from the Scimitar...

FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
XO: She's moving away, I can fire up impulse and we can strafe her if ya want!
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Grumbling, Marla gives in and heads back to Sickbay.  Entering the bay, Marla walks over to Lenny's bed and stares down at her::
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
*EO*: Could be, but one I can't make any sense of ::Links the medical and physics databases to the search program::
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::Almost instinctively he looks up and over his shoulder, in the direction of Lenny. He then shrugs and returns his attention to the console in front of him.::
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
FCO: We're not firing the first shot... Follow her, I want to see where she's going.
Host SM_TigerLady says:
<Voice> ::responds with muffled sobbing::
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
XO: Aye, plotting a course to follow her :: sets in the course and engages::
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::Notices the sensors:: XO: The ship is closing up completely sir. I think it's a sign that they will be using another type of propulsion
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Leaning down very close, Marla whispers quietly::  Lenny: Tell me what's going on....
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::Looks back at Lenny again and spots the CNS standing next to Lenny and walks over to them.:: CNS: Ma'am, what can I do for you?
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CSO: Keep a close eye on it John... I want to know where their course takes them.
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
*EO*: I'm fresh out of ideas. I'm trying to match with anything medical or physical, but that will take time that we don't really have. Any suggestions? XO: I'll do my best sir, but we when they arrived we didn't get any warning either
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
CMO: I heard her voice again.  ::Looks up::  CMO: I don't think I'm feeling well.
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
::slaves tactical and locks on to the Guardian:: Self: I hate politicians
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
*CSO* I'm running this past every database that I have as well and even some that I don't know.....no hits yet
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
*EO*: Thanks, I hope we can find something before they leave.. They wouldn't send this for nothing. Can you put some extra processing power on it?
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::Takes out his tricorder and scans Lenny briefly.:: CNS: Perhaps, but I do register a little erratic brain wave activity. ::Looks down at Lenny, then back to the CNS.:: Try talking to her. She seems to call out to you. Please, try. ::Takes a few steps back to observe.::
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
*CSO* I'll turn up the kilojoules and let you know if I get any hits
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
::sends a subspace transmission to SFC instructing them to be aware of a possible attack on any location or stronghold::
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
XO: Either we shoot or we lose her!
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::Takes some less important systems offline and puts them on the puzzle::
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
CMO: I have tried!  ::Seems to become slightly annoyed, and her voice raises::  Lenny: You won't talk to me when anyone else is around!
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
<Nurse_Lenny> ::He eyes open wide and with fear in her eyes, she quickly sits up straight and yells.:: Outloud: I don't want to go!!
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Jumps back suddenly, then collects herself::  Lenny: Go where?
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::Letting the computer work alone for a moment he focuses on scanning the Arillian vessel and tracking her course, while thinking about other options::
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
::Snaps:: FCO: Then we'll loose her! And as soon as we do you will set a course for the nearest Star base and proceed there at maximum warp. IS THAT CLEAR Lieutenant?
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
<Nurse_Lenny> ::Simply stares in front of hear, still having fear in her eyes.:: CNS: No... I don't want to, please.... no.
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
XO: God dammit, we ain't politicians, Ethan, if that thing is aiming for a federation outpost then we have our orders and our orders are to stop it at all cost, am I clear, commander!
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::Takes a step forward, then holds his position as he realizes that Lenny only seem to respond to the CNS' voice and decides to keep observing.::
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
*EO*: I found a hit, standby…  XO: Sir, this is interesting. It's the genetic makeup of a virus… *CMO*: Doc, sorry to disturb you, but this seems important. I'm downloading something to your station. Take a look at it ASAP, it seems to be the genetics of a virus::
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
Lenny: Lenny, calm down!  ::Feels dizzy again::  Go... where?  ::Rubs her head::
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::Frowns as the computer confirms what the CSO is saying::
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
XO: Probably a virus aimed at us and then we really have to stop it!
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
FCO / XO: It's 2 parts here. One is the genetics of a virus. The other seems almost identical.., like it was the vaccine
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
<Nurse_Lenny> ::Shakes her head and waves her arms around as though she is trying to fend something off.:: CNS: The darkness... don't make go back, please... don't... the darkness...
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
FCO: Our orders, Exeter, are to attempt talks of peace! We have done that and we have failed! Therefore our new orders are to report back to Starfleet!
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
*CMO*: I'm sending you another part. This seems to be a mutated version... sort of like an antidote
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CSO: Transmit it to sickbay John. Have Zoran look at it.

Action.. The rift begins to grow in front of the Arillian ship, once again her power output changes decreasing drastically for a moment then stabilising, her shields modifying their frequencies...

CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::Holding his tricorder out, he tries to scan the CNS from the distance he is standing from her.:: *CSO*: Affirmative. Do we know the origin of the antidote?
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
XO: Do I have to quote the rule book or not. One of our orders is that we protect Federation citizens. If you won't, juts hand me a fighter or runabout and I'll follow my orders!
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::Already done sir. No response from the CMO as of yet, seems like he's busy ::His voice trails off...:: XO: Something is happening with the vessel sir, I think it's preparing to jump
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
FCO: You will follow my orders and like it! Otherwise I'll shoot you myself!
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::Monitors what the Arillian ship is doing and notes with interest the modifying of her shield frequencies to compensate for the rift::
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
::moves to his console and reaffirms his lock on the target:: XO: If we fire at her now I think we can damage her severely!
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
*CMO*: It was in a file we received from the Arillian vessel, don't ask me how or why, because I couldn't tell you
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
Lenny: You're not making sense... what darkness?  ::Her head begins to ache... probably from the nonsense the nurse is spouting::
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CSO: Grab all the data you can about that ship and let her go.
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
::whispers:: XO: you do know if that ship goes for a federation target your mince meat. SFC will have you on the highest yard arm!
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::Checks his tricorder:: *CSO*: Interesting ::His voice sounds absent, making it impossible to know even for him, whether he said that because of the information he received from the CSO or what the tricorder just displayed.::
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
XO: Aye sir. I have no idea why they sent it to us, or who for that matter. But we'll figure that out later. I kept scanning since she was leaving the area and all data is stored
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
::draws a phaser and levels it on Exeter:: FCO: Stand down Lieutenant!
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
XO: And that's a court martial offence, you want me to get a shrink and have you relieved ::looks at the phaser::
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
<Nurse_Lenny> CNS: The darkness... couldn't you see it? It's cold... ::Her voice starts to crack slightly.:: It's dark... I am scared... ::Pauses again:: Help me, please...
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
::taps his COM badge with his free hand:: Security: Armed guard to the bridge on the double!
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::Looks up and turns around as he hears a certain tone in the XO's voice:: XO/FCO: For Christ's sake, cool it, both of you, we have more important matters on our hands
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
XO: Abuse of power, Ethan I really think you should call the CNS and have your head examined?

Action.. As the rift stabilises, the Guardian slowly manoeuvres herself into it... leaving behind the failed peace talks...

XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
FCO: Don't force my hand Jim or I will remove you from this bridge!
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::Turns as he hears the sensors note a change, looks, then turns back:: XO: The ship has left the area through a rift, I’m trying to track it now
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
::raises an eyebrow:: CSO: Could you call the CNS, because he's going round the bend!
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
*CSO*: I will look into it as soon as I can, thanks. Abmeraz out. ::He then turns his attention to the CNS and tries to approach her carefully and quietly.::
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Reaches out for Lenny's hand::  Lenny: I'm here, stay here....
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CSO: Belay that John.
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
FCO / XO: Why don't you both settle down. XO, put that phaser away please. The ship is gone, so settle this in a different way
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
CSO: I'm not ordering I'm asking as one crewmate to another.
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::Wonders why its so quite on the bridge and what are they doing about the file and the Arillian ship::
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
FCO: I never said it was an order.
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
XO: and I think you are few short of a full deck, commander.
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
XO / FCO: Why don't you 2 go to the ready room where you have some privacy and settle this? I will call in someone of the beta shift to cover and get us to a star base
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
<Nurse_Lenny> ::Almost pulling her hand away, she allows the CNS to hold it, the fear in her eyes seem to wear of, but only slightly.:: CNS: I am scared.
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
CSO: for once I'm not the one with a problem. He's going nuts....and who said you would make a bad Executive?
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
FCO: Think yourself lucky Jim. If you had fired upon that ship you'd have been stripped of what rank you’d have and dishonourably discharged from Starfleet. Is that what you want?
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
*EO*: You can take it easy now ensign. The ship left. I transferred the information of the file to the CMO for further review. Thanks for your help
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::As he believes to be close enough he tries to get the CNS' attention by whispering.:: CNS: Ma'am? I think there is something you should know...
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
Lenny: What can we do?
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
XO: If that Ship hits a Federation target it's your behind on the platter.
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
XO: Stand down from red alert?
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
*CSO* No problems
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
FCO: And if you had fired upon it and it wasn't then it would have been yours! Now sit down and take us back to the nearest Star base.
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
CSO: Affirmative, Stand down Red Alert.

Action.. The last of the rift closes.. Scimitar's crew remain alone in the Bravo Epidian System..

CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
<Nurse_Lenny> ::Shakes her head and trembles a little:: CNS: I don't know... I am scared. I don't want to go back to that... that... that darkness.
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
XO: Trust me I'll  have to report this and by god, I hope that ship won't hit a federation target.
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::Puts the ship back on green, easing the tension that you can always feel when she's on red alert:: XO: The rift has closed. It took her almost 2 minutes to go through
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
::holsters his phaser and sits down with a smile on his face::
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
FCO: Take it up with the captain when she's not so busy Jim.
CSO_Lt_Pierce says:
::Although he remained calm on the outside.. He definitely isn't on the inside.. This was a highly explosive situation on the bridge. He can understand both sides::
CNS_Cmdr_Enki says:
::Pretty much unaware of everything else around her::  Lenny: Where is the darkness?  Describe it?
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
XO: In these cases I don't report to the CO, I know the rule book. I'm a Starfleet brat.
EO_Ens_DuPont says:
::Makes a backup copy of everything the Arillian ship did from creating the rift to modifying its shield configuration, just so that he can have a little bedtime reading::
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
::Waits for the CNS to respond, but notices she is more focussed on Lenny.::
XO_Cmdr_MacAllister says:
FCO: Then you know better than to break the chain of command... you have a problem with me you take it up with the Captain.
FCO-LtJG-Exeter says:
XO: In cases of violations of the prime directive I report to Starfleet command. Just like you would have to in my case. 
CMO_Lt_Abmeraz says:
<Nurse_Lenny> ::She opens her mouth, trying to speak, but she can only whisper.:: CNS: It's dark and it's cold... There is no one who can hear me... I am so scared...

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Star Trek: A Call To Duty - USS Scimitar
    
    Original Air Date: 5th December 2005
    Executive Producer Karen Barkas
    Copyright 2005: A Call To Duty
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