USS Luna NCC 65828 
SD 10202.17

Starring:

Arlene McIntyre as ADM Xavier and SM
Gabriel De Paolo as CO David Merced
Anna Marie Novick as CMO Tigs T. Ravenprowler 
Bruce Oriani as FCO Monruth Doole
Jane Rawley as CNS Mikal Luchena
Carol Ray as CTO Anna Hanover 
Karriaunna Scotti as CSO Harmony Singh
Mark Burton as CIV Seng Tarn 

Guests:

Eldad Ben-Tovim    as   Laugones
Martin Lemmen          as     Loko

Absent: 
Joseph Leonard as XO Jokeg House of T’Kerg

=/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= START Mission =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\=

Host Arlene says:
SUMMARY:  The crew has now been separated in two.   The CO, XO and CMO and being held hostage by Laugones and the rest of the group are trying to figure out how to rescue them.  The other half of the sword is sitting on a pedestal in Laugones’ little hole of a room.
Host Arlene says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<Begin>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

Host CO_Merced says:
::lays upon the ground considering the 'riddle' wondering what will happen if he gives the wrong answer::

Loko says:
::making his way down into the dark cave again, right behind the CSO::  CSO: Are you sure it is wise to go back... ::swallows::  in there....?

Laugones says:
::Watching the Captain, he rolls his eyes and glances at the direction of the XO and the CMO:: CO: Come on already.. ::Bounces a light ball in his hand::

CSO_Singh says:
Loko:  I don't know what to believe any more.  But there was a stone I saw that I would like.

CTO-Hanover says:
::sits up looking around and rubbing my head trying to figure out what happened::

CIV_Seng says:
::walks around wondering what we are going to do next::

Loko says:
::looks surprised::  CSO: We are going back for stone...?  that Laugones sorcerer is still in there... 
 ::looks a bit scared::

CSO_Singh says:
Loko:  There was no one there when I went back to look for the captain.  ::Ducks slightly as she enters the cave, lighting her staff as she goes.::

Laugones says:
::Gets an idea, he smiles widely:: CO: I know! Answer in the next ten seconds or I'll kill her! ::Points at the CMO and laughs::

Host CO_Merced says:
::sighs:: Laugones: Your 'riddle' is meaningless.  You mean to trick me, giving false hope, while having no intention of fulfilling your end of the bargain should I answer correctly.

CTO-Hanover says:
::looks at the others:: ALL: So what now?

Laugones says:
::Raises, he walks towards the sword and picks it up:: CO: Ten.. Nine.. Eight..

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: moves to stand in front of the CO::

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: casts a sphere of protection ::

CSO_Singh says:
::Not far from the where the basalt stopped, she pauses and climbs up onto a boulder protruding from the wall.::

Host CO_Merced says:
Laugones: How many answers do I get?

Loko says:
::cautiously follows the CSO::  CSO: Well, I beg to differ...  ::thinks back to the moment he saw Laugones appear at his right side::  he was  here, no doubt about it, unless I'm losing my sight as well...  ::waves his hands before his eyes and blinks::  which doesn't seem the case here...

Laugones says:
::Holsters the sword, he raises an eyebrow at the CMO and grins. Chanting a few words he casts a spell and revokes the CMO's spell::

Laugones says:
CO: One.

FCO_Doole says:
::looks at group: All: Let's move out. CTO: How you feeling?

Host CO_Merced says:
Laugones: And how many answers will fit your riddle?

CTO-Hanover says:
::looks at the FCO:: FCO: Like someone tumbled me down a hill in a wooden barrel.

Laugones says:
         CO: One.

CSO_Singh says:
::Smiles down at the Hobbit:: Loko:  We won't be long.  I promise.  ::Closing her eyes, she taps the stone with her staff, singing a couple of notes.::

Laugones says:
CO: Oh, almost forgot.. You have four seconds.

CIV_Seng says:
::looks at the others:: ALL: What are we waiting on?

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: Stands in the path of fire between the CO and Laugones.::

Host Q says:
ACTION:  Q appears on a boulder beside Laugones with the Lady beside him and grins at the CO.

FCO_Doole says:
::limping, as not to put pressure on broken leg::

CSO_Singh says:
::The stone glows a moment before falling into her out stretched hand.  With a hop, she jumps down to the ground beside the hobbit.::

Laugones says:
::Moves his hand up, he forms a black energy ball in his hand:: CO: Three.. Two.. ::Glances to his right:
:
Host CO_Merced says:
::eyes the Q and sighs::  Laug: Oh I don't know... A nymph?

Host Q says:
CO:  Quickly what’s the answer.  ::Looks down at the Lady.:: Lady:  Nice knowing you.

Laugones says:
::Glares back at the CO:: CO: What did you say?!

Loko says:
::walks along side the CSO, trying to distinguish the path ahead of them::  CSO: That's what they all say...  ::sighs::   Self: My, my, have I got some stories for the young ones back home..

Host CO_Merced says:
::eyes the sorcerer:: Laug: Ummm... a nymph?

CSO_Singh says:
::Chuckles::  Loko:  May you live a long lift to tell them and may the hair never fall from your feet.  ::Exits the cave and heads back to the others, placing the stone in her pocket.::

CIV_Seng says:
::looks at the FCO shakes head and moves in front of him:: FCO: Hop on you aren't going to go to fast in that condition.

CTO-Hanover says:
::looks around as I stand up:: FCO/CIV: Where are the others?

Host Q says:
::Moves over and whispers in Laugones ear.::  Laugones:  Kill him.  Its what I would do.  He cheated....  cheated.....cheated.

CIV_Seng says:
CTO: That is what we need to find out.

FCO_Doole says:
CTO: Disappeared. We will find them

Laugones says:
::Growls, he looks up at the sky and screams. Chatting loudly a black force of magic begins to surrounds him:: Q: He shall die! ::Screams and sends the ball towards the Captain::

Host CO_Merced says:
::coughs:: Q: He really doesn't need your help.

FCO_Doole says:
Loko: what do you know of this place?

Loko says:
::smiles faintly::  CSO: Let's hope so...  but wandering around the forest with your group has realized me that that isn't a certainty anymore.. ::looks up at the sky and goes a quick prayer as they exit the cave::

Host CO_Merced says:
::cries out to his deity for protection::

Host Q says:
CO:  Oh well in that case....  ::Sits back down.::

Host Q says:
::Lost in thought.::

Laugones says:
::Raises his cane to the air and hits the floor quickly, he summons as many monsters as he can::

FCO_Doole says:
::repeating:: Loko: what do you know of this place?

CSO_Singh says:
::Stops at the group and eyes the FCO's leg::

Host Q says:
ACTION:  Q waves his hand and the FCO’s crew find themselves in the same cavern as the CO, XO, and CMO.

Laugones says:
::Growing, he begins to disable their magic's one by one::

CTO-Hanover says:
::moves about trying to shake the remnants of the strange dream I had:: ALL: Well I guess we need to determine a course and head that direction.

CSO_Singh says:
FCO:  Hmmm... I guess we don't need to go far after all.

Laugones says:
::Glances around as the crew comes, he begins to chant as fast as he can::

FCO_Doole says:
::looks around , sees missing crew and crew that was with him::

FCO_Doole says:
CO: Are you all right?

CIV_Seng says:
::looks around:: Self: What is going on!

CSO_Singh says:
::Raises her staff and creates a wall of fire.::

Host CO_Merced says:
::summons his strength and stands, picking up his hammer, and flinging it at the sorcerer's face::

CTO-Hanover says:
::realizes I am not where I was...looks around wondering if I am still lost in the dream:: Self: What the...

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: senses the FCO is hurt and goes to touch his ailing leg ::

Laugones says:
::Moves his hand forward, he raises the CSO in the air and throws her on top of the Captain::

FCO_Doole says:
::turns to CMO::CMO: Are you all right?

Loko says:
::looks around him, slight confused by the sudden change of position::  CSO: What happened ?  ::looks at the rest of the group members::

CSO_Singh says:
Umph... ::Keeps her concentration as she picks herself up, entangled with the Captain.::

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: a warm light passes from her hands to the FCO's leg.::

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
FCO: Fine, aye.

Host CO_Merced says:
::collapses under the CSO, noticing the bruise on her cheek::

FCO_Doole says:
::sits down from pain in leg::

CSO_Singh says:
CO:  Ummm... sorry, Sir.

Laugones says:
::Looks around as he spots the CMO, he raises her with his magic and begins to drain her health::

Loko says:
::quickly makes his way to the CSO and helps her get up again::  CSO: Are you alright, Elf ?

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: doesn't care if she dies ::

CSO_Singh says:
::Pulls the stone from her pocket and tosses the crystal out, mumbling words under her breath.::

CIV_Seng says:
::glares and starts moving towards Laugones::

CTO-Hanover says:
::backs up against the wall looking around and accessing the situation...trying to figure out what the best course of action is::

Laugones says:
::Glances back at the CIV, he smiles and casts a spell. Moments later he turns him to a tribble::

CSO_Singh says:
Loko:  Thank you...  but be careful please.

Host Q says:
ACTION:  The CIV's hammer catches Laugones shoulder.   The FCO's leg heals.   The CSO's crystal grows into a tall wall.

FCO_Doole says:
::gets back to feet, moves over to Laugones, wrapping one hand around throat, and begins to squeeze:: Laugones: Release her or DIE!!

Host CO_Merced says:
::stands, and pulls his sword free, moving toward the sorcerer:
:
Laugones says:
::Growls in pain, he focuses on the FCO and summons an energy being to help him::

Host Q says:
::Sits back and enjoys the show::

FCO_Doole says:
::squeezes harder::

CSO_Singh says:
::As the wall grows, and everyone is distracted, she moves toward the broken sword lying on a pedestal.::

FCO_Doole says:
Laugones: I said RELEASE HER!!!

Host Q says:
ACTION:  The FCO feels a force that is pushing him away.  He is finally flung against the back wall.  Laugones releases his grip on the CMO.

Loko says:
CSO: I think that is apparent... ::looks around in search for that evil sorcerer::

Host CO_Merced says:
::swings his sword at the sorcerer,  casting a holy bolt at him at the same time::

CSO_Singh says:
::Watches the crystal grow and with a rush of power, has the crystal surround Laugones, embedding him in it.::

Laugones says:
::Turning to the Captain he casts an holy shield around him and vanishes his bolt::

FCO_Doole says:
::gets up unfazed by hitting the wall, and heads back to Laugones::

Host Q says:
ACTION:  Laugones finds himself being encased in crystal.

Laugones says:
::Grows, he turns around and teleports him self behind the CSO::

Laugones says:
::Grabs the CSO with a magic whip and throws her at the FCO::

Host CO_Merced says:
::catches the sorcerer on the neck just before he is fully encased in the crystal::

FCO_Doole says:
::spins and easily catches the CSO single-handed by the waist and sets the CSO down::

Host Q says:
ACTION:   The crystal now comes up onto the arms.  Encasing his hands, but not the sword.

CSO_Singh says:
FCO:  Thank you.  Can you grab the sword?

Host CO_Merced says:
::reaches out, taking the remaining half of the sword, tossing it toward the CSO, hilt first::

Laugones says:
::Growls, he chants a few spells and raises the sword to the air::

FCO_Doole says:
::reaches over and takes the sword from Laugones::

CSO_Singh says:
::Catches the sword::

FCO_Doole says:
CSO: Let me have the other half.

Laugones says:
::Chants a few spells, he begins to teleport the sword away::

CSO_Singh says:
::Looks around for the CIV::  FCO:  I have the spell to put it back.  I need the other half.

Loko says:
::looks at the sword flying into the hands of the CSO, then turns to see what Laugones does, frozen onto the floor by fear::

CIV_Seng says:
::pulls out the other half of the sword steps up with it::

CSO_Singh says:
::Closes her eyes as she feels the sword become insubstantial.  Calls up shield of light::

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: lies on the floor waiting ::

Host CO_Merced says:
::picks up his hammer, then turns to the Q:: Q: I don't suppose you will tell us where this Anvil of Light is...

CIV_Seng says:
::reverses the sword and hands to the CSO::

FCO_Doole says:
CSO: Here is the other half. ::steps to  CSO, placing the two halves together:: CSO: Say it and quickly.

Laugones says:
::Growls, he breaks the crystal power and raises his cane to the air. He turns to look at the CMO and smiles, teleporting him self near her and grabbing her:: All: Touch the sword and she dies.

Host Q says:
::Opens a lazy eye::  CO:  Now why would I do that.   ::eyes dart to the pedestal the sword was on.::

CSO_Singh says:
::Wraps her power around the sword::  FCO:  Hold it steady... ::Closes her eyes tightly and begins to sing the spell in the book::

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: pulls her cloak and kicks Laugones in the _______ rolling away from him ::

FCO_Doole says:
:: holds the sword firmly in his grasp::

Host CO_Merced says:
::waits patiently::

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: disappears from view ::

Host Q says:
ACTION:  Laugones doubles over.

CSO_Singh says:
::Feels power flow from her to the sword and back again, creating a resonance with her song.::

CIV_Seng says:
::turns hitting Laugones in the face::

FCO_Doole says:
CSO: The spell. Say it now!

Laugones says:
All: Enough! ::Chants a spell, he begins to transform:: I've had ENOUGH!

Host Q says:
ACTION:  A light begins to glow around the Lady.

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: stays hidden trying to get to her feet::

Laugones says:
::Stands a few feet above them, he roars as he grows larger::

Host CO_Merced says:
::slaps the sorcerer, breaking the spell chant::

Host Q says:
ACTION:  The sword begins to meld together.

CSO_Singh says:
::Hears nothing but the song, keeping her concentration on the sword::

CIV_Seng says:
::lunges with spear at Laugones::

Laugones says:
::Throws the CIV away with his leg::

FCO_Doole says:
::feels the power resonating between the sword and CSO::

CTO-Hanover says:
::watches as the sword begins reforming into one piece::

Laugones says:
::Enters the CSO mind, he begins to search for a weakness::

CSO_Singh says:
::Reaches forward with her hand and grasps where the sword was broken, slicing her hand.::

Host CO_Merced says:
::slaps the sorcerer again::

Laugones says:
::Smiling he begins to fill the CSO with black magic::

CIV_Seng says:
::stands up reverses grip on spear and throws at Laugones::

Host Q says:
ACTION:  The sword is now complete.  A bolt of bright light hits Laugones and he screams as his magic is being drained.

Host Q says:
ACTION:  The CSO collapses as the spell is complete.   The Lady stands up and a bright light encases the crew.

CTO-Hanover says:
::sees a chance and grabs sling and stone....twirling it around my head releases it straight for Laugones::

CSO_Singh says:
::As the spell finishes and the sword is complete, she collapses::

Loko says:
::looks at the energy bolt being released from the swords and that hits Laugones, sighing in relief::  Self: Is this finally over now...?

Host CO_Merced says:
Q: Are we done yet?

Laugones says:
::Screams as he grows smaller, he holds his hands on his hand and screams. He notices what's going to happen:: All: Curse you all, I'll be back ::Teleports him self away::

Host Q says:
::Shrugs:: Q:  I suppose so...  I really hate it when it turns out right.  Makes for boring stories.

Host CO_Merced says:
Q: Pleased to disappoint you.

FCO_Doole says:
::looks at the now complete glowing sword in his hand::
Host Q says:
<Lady>  Q:  Be gone from the realm.  You cause nothing but trouble.  If it were not for you this would not have happened.  Go before I turn you into a frog.

FCO_Doole says:
Self:: Now what?

Host Q says:
CO:  Well I'm glad someone was happy.  ::Mutters::

Host Q says:
::Snaps his fingers and disappears.::

Host LADY says:
::With sword in hand now she turns to the group of her rescuers.::

Host CO_Merced says:
::sighs::

Loko says:
CSO: Thank the gods it's over now...  ::looks at the lady::

Host LADY says:
All:   Thanks just not seem to cut it.  ::Sees the CSO and mumbles a few words.  The CSO awakens::  I will send you home and please do not forget the great deed you have done for my land.

CTO-Hanover says:
::stands up looking at everyone::

Host CO_Merced says:
::is content to simply go back AND forget::

CSO_Singh says:
::Looks up into the eyes of the lady and slowly stands.::

Host LADY says:
CSO:  Madam, You have my greatest thanks.   Please as a token of my generosity, take this book so you would never forget.  ::Hands her the Elven book of spells.::

CSO_Singh says:
::Smiles down at the Hobbit::  Loko:  Sometimes, good does win.  I will miss you...

Loko says:
::quietly moves away from the group, putting on his jacket and again and disappearing in the woods::

CTO-Hanover says:
::walks over and helps the CSO:: CSO: How do you feel?

FCO_Doole says:
::bows to lady:: Lady: It was our pleasure to help you.

CSO_Singh says:
::With shyness, reaches for the book::  Lady:  I... umm... Thank you.

Host CO_Merced says:
All: How is everybody?

CSO_Singh says:
::Turns to the CTO:: CTO:  I think I am alright.

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: remains hidden under her hood ::

CIV_Seng says:
::looks at the CO:: CO: Ready to get out of this nightmare.

FCO_Doole says:
CO: I'm just fine, Captain.

Host LADY says:
::Smiles::  All:  Please return to your lives.  ::With a few words the crew of the Luna find themselves back on the ship at the precise time they left,  Memories intact.::

CTO-Hanover says:
CSO: You can use me for support...I think I can hold you up. ::smiles::

CSO_Singh says:
::Catches the hobbit leaving and feels a sense of sorry::

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: leaves immediately for Sickbay.::

CNS_Luchena says:
::blinks::

CSO_Singh says:
CTO:  Thanks ::Smiles::

Host LADY says:
<Klingon Ship>COMM:Luna:  COME IN!  What is the problem over there?!
CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: enters the TL::

CNS_Luchena says:
::senses some very odd things from the bridge crew::

CTO-Hanover says:
::blinks and looks around:: CSO: Well we seem to be home.

CSO_Singh says:
::Sighs as she finds herself as she was, feeling saddened.::

CIV_Seng says:
::looks around ME:: Self: What is going on!!!!!!!!!!!!!

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
TL: Deck 12

CSO_Singh says:
CTO:  So it would appear.

Host CO_Merced says:
::feeling a bit of temporal aphasia as his mind tries to make sense of the time shift:: CNS: Open a channel to the Pac’fist.

CNS_Luchena says:
::opens channel::  CO:  Done, Sir.

FCO_Doole says:
::runs hand over console:: Self: Fascinating and intriguing mission.
.
CNS_Luchena says:
::shakes his head trying to clear the weird thoughts and feelings coming from the crew::

Host CO_Merced says:
COMM: Pac’fist: Everything is fine, Captain, just some comm trouble.

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: exits the TL and enters Sickbay, goes directly to her office ::

CSO_Singh says:
::As she moves over to her console, she stops.  Looking down, in one hand is a small book and in the other the crystal that had topped her staff.  A smile spreads across her face.::

CTO-Hanover says:
CO: Incoming message coming over the battle channel, Sir.

CIV_Seng says:
::walks over to console and taps comm button:: *Bridge*: Seng to bridge what is going on?

Host Arlene says:
<Klingon>  COMM:CO:  Ok, then We have just gotten orders to report to the Romulan Neutral Zone.  I wish we can finish.  Qapla’.

CSO_Singh says:
::Tucking the gifts into her pocket, and with a lighter frame of mind, returns to her station to check things out.::

Host CO_Merced says:
COMM: Pacifist: Understood Captain.  Qapla’.

CNS_Luchena says:
*CIV*:  Klingons are leaving.  War games appear to be over.

CSO_Singh says:
CO:  Captain, we have returned to the point in time we left.

CIV_Seng says:
::storms out of ME heading enters the TL:: Computer: Bridge.

Host CO_Merced says:
::blinks::  Bridge: I take it we all remember what occurred?

CNS_Luchena says:
::looks over at the CSO wondering what she is talking about.  Left?  They never left::

CTO-Hanover says:
CO: Captain did you hear me...we have a message coming in over the combat channel.

CSO_Singh says:
CO:  Yes sir.
.
CIV_Seng says:
::exits TL on the bridge::

CNS_Luchena says:
::looks curiously at the CO and wonders what he missed::

Host CO_Merced says:
CTO: On screen.

CMO_Ravenprowler says:
:: sits at her desk composing a letter ::

Host Adm_Xavier says:
COMM: Luna:  Captain Merced I take it the war games went well ?

CTO-Hanover says:
::punches in the codes and puts the message on screen:: CO: On screen sir.

Host CO_Merced says:
COMM: ADM: Nothing happens as expected Admiral, but I think we performed satisfactorily.

Host Adm_Xavier says:
::Nods::  COMM:CO:  I look forward to your report.  On another note Captain, the Luna has been reassigned to SB 917.  Located just outside the Briar Patch.

FCO_Doole says:
::smiles to himself::

Host Adm_Xavier says:
COM:CO:  You are to report to SB 917 post haste.  I will be waiting for you on your arrival.

CSO_Singh says:
::Noting that everything seems to be in order, her curiosity overwhelms her.  Slowly she pulls out the elven book and begins to read it.  A smile spreading.  She maintained all her knowledge. Mumbles::  I wonder if magic still remains in our realm...

Host CO_Merced says:
COMM: ADM: ::nods:: Yes, Sir.  We will get underway immediately.
CTO-Hanover says:
::turns around spotting the CIV then turns back to the comm wondering how to explain all of this::

Host Adm_Xavier says:
COMM:CO:  I'll be waiting.  Xavier, out.

Host CO_Merced says:
FCO: Lay in a course for Starbase 917.  Engage at warp six when ready.

CNS_Luchena says:
::still looking curiously at the bridge crew::

Host CO_Merced says:
CNS: You have the bridge Counselor.  I will be in my ready room.  ::leaves the bridge::

CTO-Hanover says:
::blocks out all the thoughts coming from the crew still trying to sort out my own::

CNS_Luchena says:
::moves from OPS to the Big Chair still wondering what has happened::
.
FCO_Doole says:
CO: Laying in a course for Starbase 917. Engaging at Warp 6. Aye.

Host Adm_Xavier says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<End>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>