=/\= A Call to Duty =/\=
USS Luna NCC-65828
SD 10607.09

Staring:
Christopher Dickinson as CO Savar
Heike Daemmig as FCO Shania
Christopher Nickel as MO Richard Lynch
Ken Reinke as CTO Gladius Augustus
Scott Smith as CIV Ewan MacPherson-Quest

Ship Manager Lília Perfeito

Also Staring:
Christopher Dickinson as Lieutenant Commander Jones
Peter Saunders as Commander Anna Gilson
Peter Saunders as TO Lieutenant Stradling
Scott Smith as SFI Officer Craig William

Absent:
Karriaunna Scotti as XO Harmony Singh
Steve Gelhorn as CMO Lennier McDonald

Ship Manager Peter Saunders

Episode 208 “So Close, Yet So Distant, Part 2”:  The USS Luna is currently docked at SB 917 having her systems overhauled by SB engineers, it is a time of relaxation for the crew... almost.
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MO_Lynch says:
::in the arboretum having misplaced Commander Gilson::
CTO_Augustus says:
::In his quarters adjusting his duty uniform, prefers to know the ship better than enjoying liberty::
CTO_Augustus says:
::Heads to his duty station to relieve the crewman on duty::
MO_Lynch says:
::heads to the rear section where she stated the EPS Conduit ran through::
FCO_Shania says:
::walking around, a little lost, Teebo in tow::
Host CO_Savar says:
::Appears behind the FCO somehow::  FCO: Commander.
FCO_Shania says:
::jumps::

ACTION: The MO finds an open hatch, but no sign of his missing Commander.

MO_Lynch says:
::looks at the open hatch curiously and taps his Comm. Badge::  *Bridge* Commander Lynch to Bridge.
Host LtCmdr_Jones says:
*MO*: Yes, Doctor?
Host CO_Savar says:
FCO: My apologies, I did not mean to startle you.
FCO_Shania says:
::mumbles something in her mother tongue before turning around:: CO: No problem
MO_Lynch says:
*Jones* I was escorting Commander Gilson to an EPS Conduit at the rear of the Arboretum and we managed to get separated.  Unfortunately I have found an open hatchway back here, any idea where it leads too?
Host CO_Savar says:
::His hands behind his back, he moves next to the FCO::  FCO: An interesting creature.  How did you acquire him?  Or her?
Host Lt_Stradling says:
CTO: Excuse me sir, I was wondering if you could take a look at these proposed security changes ::hands over a PADD hopefully::
Host LtCmdr_Jones says:
*MO*: I'd love to help you, but I don't have a... ::stops a moment and in the background yells::  I said you leave that right where it is!.... Sorry, Doctor.  As I was saying, I don't think there's a console in working order up here.
FCO_Shania says:
CO: Him, I got him from a friend who thought an Indian is the perfect person to raise a wolf.
CTO_Augustus says:
Lt Stradling: Sure Lt, ::takes PADD:: Lt? Why isn't Tactical posted or manned?
MO_Lynch says:
::jumps slightly hearing Jones yell then sighs::  *Jones* Acknowledged.  I'm going to head in there and see if she has already started working.  Thanks, Lynch out.  ::leans over looking into the hatch::
CTO_Augustus says:
::Reviews the notes on the PADD::
MO_Lynch says:
::calls into the hatch::  Hatch: Commander Gilson?
Host Lt_Stradling says:
CTO: Umm because we are docked and secured at Starbase sir, they have taken over most operations, we are down to a skeleton shift.
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
::Ewan and William take a tour of the ship before heading to the station::
Host CO_Savar says:
FCO: I see.  Do you find it a difficult animal to raise?
CTO_Augustus says:
Lt Stradling: Interesting, is that standard procedure, and can you explain these in more detail, these changes that is.
MO_Lynch says:
::getting no answer he crawls into the hatchway::  Hatchway: Commander Gilson?

ACTION: The MO finds a case like the one carried by Commander Gilson lying on the floor, some of the tools appear to be pointing towards an intersection.

CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
Craig: It has been awhile since we last met face-to-face
Craig_William says:
CIV: Ewan it has
FCO_Shania says:
CO: Not anymore, once you get used to the idea that you can't really domesticate a wolf.
Host Lt_Stradling says:
CTO: Well yes it is sir... I mean after all with engineers turning out systems inside our we are not going to be ready for anything in a hurry.
Host CO_Savar says:
FCO: It seems rather placated at the moment...
MO_Lynch says:
::scratches his head at the odd arrangement of the tools::  Self: This is odd.
Host Lt_Stradling says:
CTO: The changes?  They are the usual team reshuffles to make best use of the new security officers strengths and weaknesses, I appreciate you might not be up to speed yet
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
Craig: So tell me William, were those two cloaked ships we encountered SFI ships?
CTO_Augustus says:
LT Stradling: The more reason that Tactical be ready, are there security teams with these engineers or do we act like one happy family here?
MO_Lynch says:
::begins picking up the tools and stuffs them back in the tool kit and carries it in the direction of the intersection::  Hatchway: Anyone in here?  Gilson?
FCO_Shania says:
CO: Yeah well, right now he's just checking you out. He hadn't had lunch yet.
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
::William is silent for a moment::
Craig_William says:
CIV: Yes Ewan, I'm afraid that they were ours
MO_Lynch says:
::taps his Comm. Badge:: *Bridge*: Lynch to the bridge.  I've found Gilson's tool kit but still no sign.  Is there anyway you can make internal sensors a priority?
Host CO_Savar says:
::Eyes the animal for a moment::  FCO: Understood.  I doubt that I would be appetizing of a meal.  Tough and chewy.  ::A momentary pause::  What do you think of the Luna?  Adapting well to your position?
CTO_Augustus says:
Lt Stradling: I appreciate the candor pertaining to myself and the crew being new, I will take your advise into consideration, when do you want my answers on them
Host Cmdr_Gilson says:
::is inside the intersection leaning against the bulkhead with a strange expression on her face:: MO: I have had to take the internal sensors offline I am afraid.
Host LtCmdr_Jones says:
*MO*: I thought you doctors all carried around tricorders all the time.  I can see what I can do, but no promises.
CTO_Augustus says:
LT Stradling: or would now be ok with you?
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
Craig: I thought that we are not allowed to have cloaking technology on Federation ships, even our own.
Host Lt_Stradling says:
CTO: You are the Chief sir, they are just my recommendations, obviously you can make up your own mind.
MO_Lynch says:
::spots Gilson and hears Jones::  *Jones*: I've found the Commander.  Thank you anyway.  Oh and one last thought....  Try not to apply the "doctor" stereotype to everyone.  I was expected to go off duty with Doctor McDonald.
FCO_Shania says:
::loves topic jumping to no end:: CO: Yeah, I like my post.
Craig_William says:
CIV: We aren't, but something that important we had no other alternative but to have them in place, to protect the Dominion technology that we house there.
MO_Lynch says:
Gilson: How come?  ::looking at her expression again::  Is there something wrong?
CTO_Augustus says:
Lt Stradling:  That is very nice of you Lt, how about I will take them under advise.  I appreciate the midnight oil you must have spent doing this, have you also taken in consideration of friendships and other relationships into account?
Host CO_Savar says:
FCO: What made you choose flight operations?
Host Cmdr_Gilson says:
MO: Cannot be working on the EPS system with the sensors online, there could be all sorts of complications.  I don't know, is there something wrong?
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
Craig: You really put me in a bind here, I told Savar that they were not our ships and it turns out that they are. I think that I need to be kept in the loop a bit more than I am.
FCO_Shania says:
CO: I like crashing into things...
Host CO_Savar says:
FCO: Walked into a lot of walls as a child?
MO_Lynch says:
::shrugs at her question and places her tool  kit down beside her::  Gilson: So what is the first order of business here  ::looking at her leaning against the bulkhead::  Anything I can help with?
Host Lt_Stradling says:
CTO: Yes sir, but it depends if you like to keep friends together or break them up?
FCO_Shania says:
::grins:: CO: More into trees actually.
CTO_Augustus says:
::walks to tactical station::
MO_Lynch says:
Gilson: The only reason I asked was because you look a little odd, preoccupied or something as if your mind isn't on what you are doing.
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
Craig: And that SFI Officer back on the station was he following orders to clone people? Please say that he wasn't.
Host CO_Savar says:
::Seems to nod in an understanding manner::
CTO_Augustus says:
Lt Stradling: Sometimes having friends on a team can be a liability as much as an advantage
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
::William stands silent for a moment once again::
Host Cmdr_Gilson says:
MO: I have a lot to get done that is all, what are you doing here anyway?  Are you following me?
CTO_Augustus says:
LT Stradling: Sometimes when someone close gets injured others freeze up causing not a minor incident by lose of integrity throughout the team for a undeterminable amount of time making the team vulnerable.  Have you taken that into account Lt?
Host Lt_Stradling says:
CTO: I agree sir, however sometimes they look out for each other more than complete strangers... guess you cant have the best of both worlds
CTO_Augustus says:
*CO*: Captain this is Augustus
MO_Lynch says:
::smiles at her::  Gilson: Is it a crime to follow a sweet kind and lovely lady?  ::isn't completely sure on the sweet and kind part but it sounds good::
Host CO_Savar says:
FCO: Pardon me.  ::Taps his combadge::  *CTO*: Yes, Lieutenant?
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
::Ewan gets a little angry:: Craig: William, tell me, did he have or not have orders to clone people with that Dominion cloning machine?
CTO_Augustus says:
LT Stradling: I am just checking.
CTO_Augustus says:
*CO*: Request permission to run a Security alert
Host CO_Savar says:
*CTO*: Purpose?
CTO_Augustus says:
::Looks at Lt Stradling::
Host Lt_Stradling says:
::looks back at the CTO::
CTO_Augustus says:
*CO*: Purpose? Training, I want to check out some new variable in Tactical & Security besides we have allot of engineers aboard in sensitive areas
Host Cmdr_Gilson says:
::stares at the MO for a little too long:: MO: Sometimes yes ::relaxes slightly:: You mentioned there were some interesting roses around here?
CTO_Augustus says:
LT Stradling: Well, ::hands the PADD back:: make it so, immediately
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
::William stands silent::
CTO_Augustus says:
LT Stradling: Oh and Lt?
Host CO_Savar says:
*CTO*: We have Starfleet engineers working on Starfleet equipment.  And due to the number of foreign personnel on the ship, I suspect an unannounced drill would cause a large deal of confusion.  Perhaps when the number of visitors has thinned?
Host Lt_Stradling says:
::does a quick about turn:: CTO: Sir?
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
Craig: Fine William, don't tell me.
MO_Lynch says:
::smiles at her remembering the roses::  Gilson: Yes.  You must have seen them just prior to entering the hatchway back there.  ::points back down the shaft over his shoulder::  A wonderful collection of Bajoran Roses.  Pinks, Reds and even the rare Purple.
CTO_Augustus says:
*CO*: My point exactly why to run it now, sir.  My department has a bunch of new members, and new team assignments nothing like a bit of chaos to bring everything together, sir
CTO_Augustus says:
LT Stradling: My orders effective immediately, Tactical posts are manned 24/7 until I am relieved of duty starting now!
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
::As Ewan turns to walk away, William grabs his arm:: CIV: No he was not under any orders from SFI Command, he was rogue. He seen an opportunity to clone people with the facility not to be used again for another two months.
CTO_Augustus says:
Lt Stradling: or removed from this ship whichever comes first.
Host Lt_Stradling says:
CTO: Um yes sir... all tactical posts?
Host Cmdr_Gilson says:
MO: I suppose I could spend a few minutes over there, I am ahead of schedule
Host CO_Savar says:
*CTO*: Later, Lieutenant.  While engineers are working on our sensitive equipment, I don't want them being startled and breaking anything.  I'm sure you wouldn't want that, either.
CTO_Augustus says:
Lt Stradling: All post until further notice
MO_Lynch says:
::smiles broadly::  Gilson: Great!!  ::holds out his hand palm upward::
CTO_Augustus says:
*CO*: Then sir a word if you please preferably in private, and face to face
Host Lt_Stradling says:
::nods to the CTO and moves over to the auxiliary tactical console::
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
::Ewan looks down at Williams' hand on his right bicep:: Craig: Then he must have been in league with the alien on that black ship we encountered a couple of months back.
Host Cmdr_Gilson says:
::places her hand on the MO's palm:: MO: I am quite capable of getting out of here by myself, but if you insist...
CTO_Augustus says:
Lt Stradling: Lt, do you understand the reasoning behind my decision?
Host CO_Savar says:
FCO: I believe we will have to continue our discussion at another time.  ::Walks off briskly::  *CTO*: I will meet you in the Luna's observation deck.
CTO_Augustus says:
*CO*: Thank you sir
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
::The two SFI Officers get a few looks as crew members of the Luna and the Station pass them::
MO_Lynch says:
::smiles to himself::  Gilson: Of course Commander.  ::pulling her up and out gently::  Gilson: There you are.  ::motions back down toward the hatchway::  Gilson: Ladies first.
Host Lt_Stradling says:
CTO: I understand that you are worried about the potential lapse in response times if these locations are not manned, but while we are effectively docked I don’t see the necessity.  Sir.
CTO_Augustus says:
Lt Stradling: yes, but no.  Simply put, a team is as strong as its weakest link, the team doesn't know its strength and or weakness' as of yet, so we train until we do, but we train together as a team.
Craig_William says:
CIV: Might be, from what you have said in your report about the people they abducted, it had to be them. I just wonder why they chose an SFI outpost.
CTO_Augustus says:
Lt Stradling: Take my post why I go sort this out with the Captain
FCO_Shania says:
::watches the CO walk off, mumbling::
Host Cmdr_Gilson says:
::gives the MO a quick glance as she crawls by him and gets a little closer than was necessary before continuing on::
CTO_Augustus says:
Lt Stradling: by the way Lt thank you!  ::exits Bridge heads for meeting with the Captain::
Host Lt_Stradling says:
CTO: Yes sir. ::takes tactical::
Craig_William says:
CIV: Ewan, I'm a little hungry...care to go for some dinner?
MO_Lynch says:
::climbs out of the hatchway into the arboretum behind Gilson::  Gilson: There.  The air isn't as stuffy out here is it.  ::motions toward the roses and plucks one::  Gilson: May I?
CTO_Augustus says:
::arrives at the lounge::
Host CO_Savar says:
::Arrives via the other set of doors and see the Lieutenant::  CTO: Lieutenant.
Host Cmdr_Gilson says:
::looks at the roses, apparently unmoved:: MO: You may.
CTO_Augustus says:
::Walks over to the window to stand in front of it with the outside as his back stop::
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
::Ewan pats his stomach:: Craig: Well, since we did our debrief here on the Luna instead of the station, yeah I could go for something to eat. Besides, I think we're making every one a little nervous; one SFI officer is a bit much for them, but two, now they will suspect trouble from us. ::Ewan and William laugh::
FCO_Shania says:
::turns and strolls off, trying to find coffee somewhere::
MO_Lynch says:
::begins motioning to attach the rose to a lapel but soon realizes Starfleet Uniforms do not have one and simply leans in close handing the rose to her and gives her a "peck" on the cheek::
CTO_Augustus says:
CO: Captain, an logical explanation as to why no Tactical Officers are manning their post?  Oh, and the fact that we are all Starfleet and that this is a Starfleet base with Starfleet Engineers are not good enough  reasons, because I do have counters for them all.

ACTION: The FCO fails to find coffee in the immediate area but as she walks past a set of guest quarters her pet suddenly raises its heckles and begins to growl into thin air

Host CO_Savar says:
CTO: Indeed?  I find them to be sufficient reasons.
FCO_Shania says:
Teebo: No, you can't have that kiddo, come on! ::pulls him along::
CTO_Augustus says:
CO: One word: Bynars.  Does that ring a bell at all?
Host CO_Savar says:
CTO: Not Starfleet officers, Lieutenant.
CTO_Augustus says:
CO: or one ship Enterprise D with two separate incidents with Starfleet bases
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
Craig: I don't want Savar to get any more worried than he already is about what had transpired on the station. He doesn't trust us or me for that matter.
CTO_Augustus says:
CO: Not Starfleet officers, but engineers used by Starfleet's Corps of Engineers
Host Cmdr_Gilson says:
::watches the MO for a moment:: MO: I hear the sonic shower in your quarters is playing up, perhaps I could take a look at it?  Now.

ACTION: Teebo steadfastly refuses to move, digging his claws into the carpet, it is quite apparent that he is terrified of something

Host CO_Savar says:
CTO: So, we cannot trust Starfleet officers, Lieutenant?  What would you do?  Blood sample every one of them?  Mentally probe them for hints of treasonous intentions?
CTO_Augustus says:
CO: My responsibilities are being undermanned here and not by me or for that matter by the department
MO_Lynch says:
::raises an eyebrow a little shocked at the suddenness::  Gilson:  Of course.  I can't do without my morning shower.  How would that look on a doctor?  ::smiling mischievously at her::
CTO_Augustus says:
CO: Didn't know we had problems like that, how about manning the post and being responsible by checking ID's and security points like protocol calls for.
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
:: Ewan and William head back to the airlock ::
CTO_Augustus says:
CO: I am not paranoid, but responsible, and that is all that I want to be able to do.  Run my department the way it is to be done.
Host CO_Savar says:
CTO: I still believe access to sensitive areas is controlled by checkpoints.  Have those been compromised?
MO_Lynch says:
::begins heading for the Arboretum doors holding her hand::
FCO_Shania says:
Teebo: Ok, if you don't wanna go that way we turn around and walk back the way we came ::turns and starts walking off::
CTO_Augustus says:
CO: No of course not, but if you know where the check points are then you also have means to avoid them.

ACTION: Teebo, although still obviously disturbed, yields and follows the FCO back down the corridor

Host CO_Savar says:
CTO: I also believe that attempts to circumvent security protocols would raise alarm.  I am still not convinced that there has been a breach of security here, other than your paranoid tendencies.
CTO_Augustus says:
CO: You sir we sir have a almost new tactical department working under a strange new officer, that being me, because of where I came from.  Not to mention that every time Tactical tries to do something you shoot it down as being violent.
Host Cmdr_Gilson says:
::walks briskly alongside the MO:: MO: Well hopefully we wont have to find that out.
CTO_Augustus says:
CO: The breech of security sir, maybe at the highest form on this ship.  That being you, Captain!
Host CO_Savar says:
CTO: If you feel I am the issue, I invite you to file a complaint with Starbase security.  Contact Admiral Weatherby.  Tell him that the Captain of the Luna is a threat to Starfleet and the Federation itself.
CTO_Augustus says:
CO: Then sir if you think that I am paranoid, then maybe I should request transfer?
FCO_Shania says:
::turns to see if Teebo is following, finds him behind her and tries to find a decent coffee again::
MO_Lynch says:
::notices she left her toolkit in the Arboretum::  Gilson: Won't you need your tool kit?
CTO_Augustus says:
CO: Captain, have you ever thought that your logic may just be flawed?  You are a breech in security because you simply do not understand security and its issues.
Host CO_Savar says:
CTO: You will do what you feel you must.  However, I suspect you will find that most Starfleet ships are like this, and rather unlike the Klingon vessels you are used to.  No one is going to assassinate me and take command.
Host Cmdr_Gilson says:
::nearly bundles the MO into a TL:: MO: I will manage
CTO_Augustus says:
CO: Now I ask who is paranoid, and if you had read my record sir, you will notice that no assassinations took place while I was CTO of that vessel!  How dare you make a failed and lucid attempt on my honor sir!
MO_Lynch says:
::stumbles back into the TL::  Gilson: Whoa...  you sure are the most eager Engineer I have ever known.  ::chuckling::  How long has it been since you last 'repaired' a sonic shower?
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
::Ewan and William happen to come across the CTO and CO::
Host CO_Savar says:
CTO: You will calm yourself, Lieutenant, or you will find your way to a holding cell.  I have served this vessel well, and seen her through more than you can comprehend.  If you have issues with my command style, then you have issues.  Take them up with Command, because I will not alter the way this ship runs for one man.
Host CO_Savar says:
CTO: Officers have come and gone before you, and yet not one has had the problems you have had.
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
::The two SFI Officers stop and listen in for a moment::
CTO_Augustus says:
CO: Come and gone ever ask why Sir?
Host Cmdr_Gilson says:
::puts her hands on her hips:: MO: Don't you know you should never ask a women that question?
Host CO_Savar says:
CTO: An interesting theory, Lieutenant.  But I doubt you will convince me that they left because I am incapable of ensuring the safety of this vessel.

ACTION: So we bring this season of ACTD to a close, there is one burning question left on everyones mind.  Will the FCO manage to find her coffee?

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