=/\= A Call to Duty =/\=
USS Luna NCC-65828
SD 10703.25

Staring:
Christopher Dickinson as CO Savar
Karriaunna Scotti as XO Harmony Singh
Heike Daemmig as FCO Shania
Scott Smith as CIV Ewan MacPherson-Quest

Ship Manager Peter Saunders

Also Staring:
Peter Saunders as Amber
Peter Saunders as Doctor Legin
Christopher Dickinson as Lieutenant Commander Jones
Peter Saunders as Nala
Peter Saunders as Ensign Isu
Karriaunna Scotti as Science Officer Silver

Absent:
none

Episode 238 “Kept In The Dark, Part 6”: The USS Luna currently orbiting the only populated planet in the Cardassian controlled Seetnar system.  They are searching for a very particular Tachyon signature, one that they hope will lead them to their missing Executive Officer.  It has been several days since the crew encountered the individual on the surface called Tiercel, the Captains wife still remains missing with no sign on the young girl who kidnapped her.  Claiming to have found a way to re-activate the Tachyon rifts, the Cardassian Gul Cea has sent the crew of the Luna to an unknown location where he claims the XO can be found.  But with an insurrection currently underway onboard, will the crew have a ship to return to?
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FCO_Cmdr_Shania says:
@::holding her phaser riffle at the ready::
SO_Lt_Silver says:
:: On the bridge of the ship, debating on being worried as she has no contact with the away team now.::
XO_Cmd_Singh says:
@:: Working on removing the field generator from the wall to escape with the captains wife.::
Host CO_Capt_Savar says:
@:: Looking for lifesigns on his tricorder ::

@ACTION: The running begins getting very close to the XO, by the sound of it, whoever is coming will be one her in a few moments.

XO_Cmd_Singh says:
@ :: Frustrated at the sound of approaching feet, motions the captains wife off to the side and out of any direct fire, at the same time, pulling the magic she had gathered into something... though she is not sure just what yet.::

ACTION: Meanwhile on the Luna, the 12 armed individuals who have just stepped out of no-where quickly go about herding the bridge crew into a corner, intruder alert sirens still blaring

SO_Lt_Silver says:
:: Before being taken, sends a call down to the planet, for all the good it does, and the ships intruder alert sounds loudly throughout.::
Host CO_Capt_Savar says:
@:: points in the appropriate direction ::  All: Three floors up, that way.  There are over a hundred lifesigns in this facility - we will not get there without running into someone

@ACTION: A thin looking Cardassian runs into view, he shows signs of recent and prolonged abuse, he narrows his eyes slightly

Host Dr_Legin says:
@XO: Quickly, we must leave now, while we can ::lowers the forcefield::
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
@::Ewan draws out his SFI issued phaser::
XO_Cmd_Singh says:
@ :: Holds still as she looks at the man, then with a sigh nods.  She would learn nothing here.  Motions for the captains wife to follow.::
Host LtCmdr_Jones says:
All: What's going on here?
XO_Cmd_Singh says:
@ :: As she exits the room::  Legin: Who are you and why are you freeing us?
Host Nala says:
::presses a few buttons on the XO's chair and the alert sirens stop blaring:: Jones: I would have thought that was obvious, we are borrowing your ship... on a permanent basis.
SO_Lt_Silver says:
:: Surrounded by the bridge crew, tries to make sense of what is going on.::
Host Amber says:
@::follows hesitantly after the XO::
FCO_Cmdr_Shania says:
@::ready to move out instead of sitting ducks in that room::
Host LtCmdr_Jones says:
Nala: Oh, well if that's all... you can go somewhere else, I'm tired.
SO_Lt_Silver says:
:: Lifts a brow at that comment.  Especially with everything locked down and the rest of the crew working at the situation.::
Host Dr_Legin says:
@XO: I am a captive here, and I thought the latter would have been obvious, I need your assistance to get out.
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
@::Ewan in front of the group starts to head in the direction where Savar had pointed out earlier::
FCO_Cmdr_Shania says:
@::follows CIV::
XO_Cmd_Singh says:
@ Legin: Alright, I will accept you are also a captive and helping a fellow captive.  But I fail to see why you think I could help you or anyone else get out of here.

@ACTION: At the Away Teams location, two armed individuals walk round the corner, chatting to each other

Host Nala says:
::smiles a sweet smile:: Jones: No?  ::turns to her team:: All: You know what to do... and find out how engineering is coming.
SO_Lt_Silver says:
:: Looks at Jones in slight disbelief, but simply follows along::
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
@::Ewan leans against the wall to surprise the individuals::
Host Dr_Legin says:
@XO: I believe your people have an expression... many hands make light work?  Now come on, we don't have long, this way ::scurries off down the corridor, limping slightly::
XO_Cmd_Singh says:
@ :: Keeping Amber close to her side, even though the woman was much taller then she, she follows along at a quick pace, trying to get a good point of view of the layout of... wherever they were.::
FCO_Cmdr_Shania says:
@::considers saying hi before shooting::

@ACTION: The two individuals show absolutely no awareness of the crew, obviously they are not expecting anyone to be there.

FCO_Cmdr_Shania says:
@::stays completely still since those 2 are obviously blind::
Host CO_Capt_Savar says:
@:: Notices the CIV stop moving... sees someone up ahead on the tricorder, but wishes he would give some warning ::
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
@::Ewan fires a spread beamed stun at the two individuals making sure that it will both of them::
Host Dr_Legin says:
@::reaches a doorway and pauses for breath:: XO: I believe some of your people are here attempting a rescue.  I think reaching them would be a useful thing.
XO_Cmd_Singh says:
@ :: Her mood lightens::  Legin: I agree... most heartily.
Host LtCmdr_Jones says:
:: Tries to avoid being pushed around, and makes to stretch his arms skyway ::
SO_Lt_Silver says:
:: As the group seems distracted, she whispers to the bridge crewman near her.  He nods and suddenly he is yelling at someone away from them.::

@ACTION: Against the run of current form the two individuals drop to the floor with surprised looks on their faces.  They don't get up.

ACTION: Meanwhile on the Luna all the bridge consoles suddenly come to life, the systems lockdown has obviously ended

CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
@FCO: Help me tie those two up ::goes over to the individuals gets out some rope to tie them up with::
FCO_Cmdr_Shania says:
@::heads over and starts dragging one of them out of plain sight::
Host Nala says:
::looks smug:: All: Well what do you know, your officer has been most helpful.
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
@::Ewan pulls the other over to them::
SO_Lt_Silver says:
:: Takes immediate advantage of the situation and slips through the door of the captains ready room, wondering how the system override had been negated.::
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
@FCO: Here is some rope
Host Dr_Legin says:
@::after coming out of a temporarily trance bumbles the XO and Amber into the TL and presses a button:: XO: Doctor Legin ::holds out his hand::
FCO_Cmdr_Shania says:
@::takes the rope and ties her guy up good, then sticks a handkerchief in his mouth::
XO_Cmd_Singh says:
@ :: Lets go of Amber to take the hand and shake it.::  Legin: Harmony Singh... why are you here?  Do you even know what is going on?
Host CO_Capt_Savar says:
@:: Keeping an eye on his readings ::  All: Our targets are moving.  We should continue on.
SO_Lt_Silver says:
:: Moves to the captains desk and searches around for a weapon as she keeps one eye on the door.::
Host Dr_Legin says:
@XO: I'm afraid its quite embarrassing.  You see I built the technology that these pirates are using to raid our space.
Host Dr_Legin says:
@::looks somewhat offended:: XO: I might be a little out of the loop, but I would think that I know a little more than you regarding the current situation
XO_Cmd_Singh says:
@:: Looks at the man::  Legin: Then you know how to get around it and get some of us home?
SO_Lt_Silver says:
:: A dagger was fine for comfort, but against phasers... sighs in relief as she finds a phaser and pulls it out.::
FCO_Cmdr_Shania says:
@::moves forward::
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
@::Ewan proceeds with caution::
Host CO_Capt_Savar says:
@:: Feels like they aren't moving at a strong pace ::
Host Dr_Legin says:
@XO: Not exactly... Ah, we are here! ::exits the lift into an identical looking corridor::
SO_Lt_Silver says:
::Making sure the door is still locked, begins to find out the status of the rest of the ship.::
Host CO_Capt_Savar says:
@All: Objectives are ahead, they have exited on this level.
XO_Cmd_Singh says:
@ :: Follows along, feeling like a wave and not liking it very much, but with little choice at the moment.  At the moment she wished very much she had a telepathic connection to the captain... pauses and turns to look at Amber.::
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
@::Ewan pick-ups the pace a bit, hopes it's wise to do so::
XO_Cmd_Singh says:
@Amber: The Vulcan wedding bond... you can contact the captain and tell him what is going on.
Host Amber says:
@::gives the XO an encouraging smile:: XO: Is he here?
XO_Cmd_Singh says:
@Amber: That is what we need to find out.  If people are looking for us, I have a hunch he is not far behind.
Host Amber says:
@::takes a deep breath and closes her eyes for a moment in an attempt to centre herself, her eyes snap open:: XO: He is... there ::points::

@ACTION: As if on cue the two parties spot each other along the corridor

Host CO_Capt_Savar says:
@:: Feels someone brush his mind ::
SO_Lt_Silver says:
:: Finds the ship locked down, but she is not quite sure by which side.  If the others had access to the consoles on the bridge... glances at the door.  Sends out an SOS to Starfleet.::
XO_Cmd_Singh says:
@ :: Looks at Amber and shakes her head::  Amber: I need something more.
XO_Cmd_Singh says:
@Legin: What do you propose now?
Host CO_Capt_Savar says:
@:: Is pleasantly surprised ::  XO: Commander!  Amber: Amber!
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
@::Ewan moves up ahead further from the group::
XO_Cmd_Singh says:
@ :: Turns around with a smile to see the familiar faces::
FCO_Cmdr_Shania says:
@::wishes they would cut the welcomes short so they can get out of here::
XO_Cmd_Singh says:
@ CO: Captain... this is Dr. Legin.  He is the creator of the device that is... transporting?  folks back and forth.  And some group of pirates have gotten their hands on it.
Host CO_Capt_Savar says:
@Legin: We will have time for pleasantries later.  We have directions to another portal out of here, and you can help us get out.  :: Describes the route to the portal to Captain MacPherson-Quest from memory ::
SO_Lt_Silver says:
:: Starts to contact various personnel and come up with an idea of how to retake the ship.::
FCO_Cmdr_Shania says:
::watches the adjecent corridors, hoping they won't be spotted::
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
ALL: Follow me, I know where to go
Host Dr_Legin says:
@CO: The generator you are heading to is heavily guarded, although you do have the element of surprise.
FCO_Cmdr_Shania says:
@::follows CIV::
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
@::Ewan makes his way in the direction he was told to go::
Host CO_Capt_Savar says:
@:: points at the CIV :: Legin: We also have him.  He shoots anything that moves on sight.
SO_Lt_Silver says:
:: Sends different groups to the various transporters with orders to lock on and beam those on the bridge into the brig.::

@ACTION: The CIV leads the away team down more dusty and rundown corridors, they don't meet anyone along the way.  Eventually they reach a heavy bulkhead with Cardassians symbols scrawled all over it

XO_Cmd_Singh says:
@ :: Lifts a brow at the captains comment and smiles::

ACTION: According to the SO's enquiries to other crewmembers, she discovered the ship is being controlled by the XO's command codes, several of engineers also report that they have seen the intruders attaching something to the warp core

CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
@ALL: I think we're here
SO_Lt_Silver says:
:: Frowns as she considers the new information... then they were the ones that had her commander.  One thing at a time.  First they needed their ship back.::
Host Dr_Legin says:
@::looks hesitant:: All: If you don't mind I will wait out here until all the shooting stops...
Host CO_Capt_Savar says:
@:: Checks his tricorder for the number and location of lifesigns inside ::
SO_Lt_Silver says:
:: As one of the group is able to get to the transporter in the cargo bay, she has them beam her there.::
XO_Cmd_Singh says:
@ :: Looks surprised at the Cardassian::  Legin: Something is wrong?
FCO_Cmdr_Shania says:
@::readies phaser riffle and waits for the go::
Host CO_Capt_Savar says:
@All: There are twenty eight persons inside - eight clustered, twenty around the outside.  :: shows the screen to the CIV, hoping he will offer suggestions ::

ACTION: The SO appears in the middle of the cargo bay, she seems a motley collection of crew in front of her, or varying ranks and departments.

SO_Lt_Silver says:
:: Arriving in the cargo bay, she looks at the grim faces waiting there.  She then gives the order to lock onto the intruders and begin placing them in the brig.::
SO_Lt_Silver says:
:: Locating a couple of engineers and security, she informs them of the report she had been given about something being attached to the warp core.  She then heads out for engineering with the group with her.::
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
@::Ewan takes a look:: ALL: I could go in alone and if I get taken prisoner, then you have to go somewhere else
FCO_Cmdr_Shania says:
@::rolls eyes at CIV's suggestion::
Host CO_Capt_Savar says:
@CIV: That does not sound like the best plan.
Host Ens_Isu says:
::activates the transporter again:: SO: It isn't working... they won't dematerialize.
SO_Lt_Silver says:
:: Pauses:: Isu: See what you can do.  If we cannot get them the easy way...
Host Dr_Legin says:
@::smiles weakly and indicates his bruises:: XO: They don't like me very much after my last escape attempt, I would rather not get caught if things go a little bit... wrong.
SO_Lt_Silver says:
:: Points to medical officer.:: Josy: Prepare to gas the ship... everywhere.  But make sure we can gas them as well as us.
Host CO_Capt_Savar says:
@FCO/Legin: See if you can trigger the door.  CIV/Stradling: Duck down low, one to each side, we'll try to clear the room from a protected position.  Move in when clear, and we'll back you up.
XO_Cmd_Singh says:
@ Legin: And if we fail and are caught?  What then will you do?
Host Ens_Isu says:
::nods:: SO: What if we can't stop them ma'am, do we abandon ship?
Host Dr_Legin says:
@XO: I will say you broke me out of my cell and forced me to show you here... they might be lenient
SO_Lt_Silver says:
Isu: Prepare to evacuate.  We will set the self-destruct.
FCO_Cmdr_Shania says:
@::hands her phaser to the Cardassian:: Legin: Here, so you can help us. ::approaches the door::
Host Dr_Legin says:
@::takes the phaser from the FCO and hesitates for a moment, as if considering which end to hold::
XO_Cmd_Singh says:
@ :: shakes her head wondering what they did to this man to have broken him.  Turns away to her captain.::
Host CO_Capt_Savar says:
@:: As they work on the door ::  Amber/XO: Are you two well?
Host Ens_Isu says:
::nods:: SO: Y-yes ma'am ::frantically taps on the console::
SO_Lt_Silver says:
:: Seeing that Isu understands, she heads out to catch up with the others.::
FCO_Cmdr_Shania says:
@Legin: You are kiddin, right! ::rips the phaser away and presses it back into his hand the right way:: Legin: you hit this button to shoot. If you even think about betraying us, I will shoot you myself!
XO_Cmd_Singh says:
@ :: Takes the weapon from Legin and activates it.::
Host Dr_Legin says:
@::swallows heavilly:: FCO: I will bear that in mind...
XO_Cmd_Singh says:
@ CO: I am... I don't know quite honestly.
FCO_Cmdr_Shania says:
@Legin: I sure hope so. Now hug the wall.
Host Dr_Legin says:
@::wonders how hugging the wall is going to help in this situation, then catches the right meaning and flattens himself against it::
SO_Lt_Silver says:
:: Follows the group into a conduit and as quickly as possible makes their way to engineering.::
FCO_Cmdr_Shania says:
@::approaches the door mechanism and presses a few buttons::
Host CO_Capt_Savar says:
@:: Crouches behind Stradling along the wall and waits, pressing Amber against the wall with his arm, protecting her ::

@ACTION: The door swishes open and the 8 people in the middle of the room swing round as one unit and look at the armed away team, as one they all slowly raise their hands above their heads

FCO_Cmdr_Shania says:
@::takes dead aim at a few Cardassians::
Host CO_Capt_Savar says:
@:: Stands and covers the eight people in the middle ::  CIV/Stradling: Enter and visually account for the other twenty.
XO_Cmd_Singh says:
@ :: Moves into the room, her face grim, belying the once beautiful gown she was still wearing.::

ACTION: Meanwhile on the Luna the SO and her team run into a small security group who have managed to subdue a couple intruders, they have a no-nonsense look about the task inhand.

@ACTION: Back "elsewhere" the away team account for the other 20 lifeforms.  All around the room, attached to machines by a frightening array of tubes and wires are thin and drained looking humanoids.  They seem to be feeding a large machine in the centre of the room, it crackles with white electricity.

SO_Lt_Silver says:
:: Nods at her crewmates and motions the others to continue with the task at hand.::
FCO_Cmdr_Shania says:
@::wishes one of them would try something::
CIV_Capt_MacPherson-Quest says:
@ALL: I like easy
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TIME LAPSE to next mission: Five minutes