Host John A says:
******** Begin Pharaoh Mission ******** 
                   "System Test" 
         Part 2: The Barbary Affair

FCO Qwynn says:
:: approaches the observation lounge on Outpost 1138, rubbing her elbow as she walks alone ::

CSO Stidd says:
::Reading a message from his wife, in his quarters::

CEO Irvin says:
::enters observation lounge... sees the FCO approaching:: FCO: Hey there Qwynn.....

FCO Qwynn says:
CEO: Lieutenant:: smiles ::

CO McPhee says:
:: Walking briskly towards the observation lounge, a PADD clutched in his hand::

CNS Janan says:
:: walks down the corridor, quietly thinking on her way to the observation lounge, this time in uniform::

CSO Stidd says:
::Gets up and heads to the Observation lounge, copy of the communiqué in hand::

CO McPhee says:
::glances down at the PADD on occasion::

Host ADM K’rust says:
:: In observation lounge , organizing a stack of PADDs ::

FCO Qwynn says:
:: Still rubbing her elbow, and daydreaming ::

CNS Janan says:
::walks to the observation lounge doors pulling at the collar of her uniform:: Self: this is uncomfortable.

CEO Irvin says:
::walks in and walks towards a seat similar to where he would sit on the Pharaoh:: K`Rust: ::stops briefly:: Good Day Admiral. ::lays PADD down on table in front of chair::

CSO Stidd says:
::Almost runs the CNS over entering the Lounge::  CNS: Sorry, excuse me counselor.

CNS Janan says:
::Blinks then nods at the CSO, before getting totally distracted when she sees the Admiral again::

Host ADM K’rust says:
CEO: Lieutenant... welcome

CEO Irvin says:
::looks at his chair and sits down then adjusts his duty uniform vest::

CO McPhee says:
::looking confident, he enters the lounge::

FCO Qwynn says:
:: takes a seat in the observation lounge, near the windows ::

CO McPhee says:
ADM: Admiral, I see that you will oversee the deployment personally. Excellent.

Host ADM K’rust says:
All: welcome.

CNS Janan says:
::takes a seat, watches the Admiral and the Captain::

CEO Irvin says:
::begins tapping on PADD... Looks up at McPhee entering, Observation lounge, then looks back at his PADD::

FCO Qwynn says:
:: brings her full attention to the Admiral ::

Host ADM K’rust says:
CO: With your assistance Captain..

CO McPhee says:
::sits near the front::

CSO Stidd says:
::Looks around for the CO and sees him enter, he approaches the CO:: CO: May I speak with you a second, sir.

FCO Qwynn says:
:: Makes eye contact with CO McPhee and smiles ::

CO McPhee says:
CSO: Is it pressing, Stidd. I'd like to give the Admiral my, our, undivided attention.

Host ADM K’rust says:
CNS: I see you lost the "intergalactic cheerleader" look... :: slight evil smile:: to bad.

CSO Stidd says:
CO: It is of some urgency, but it can wait until the Adm. is finished talking.

CNS Janan says:
::lifts her head and smiles to the Admiral:: K'Rust: I believed it was what the CO would prefer.

Host ADM K’rust says:
ALL: Here's the Plan. :: distributes PADDs to the assembled crew::

CO McPhee says:
CSO: Excellent, Stidd. Excellent. You will have my attention.

CSO Stidd says:
::Takes the PADD offered by the Adm. and skims over it::

CEO Irvin says:
::takes the PADD and looks intently::

CO McPhee says:
::almost too eagerly picks up his PADD from the Admiral::

Host ADM K’rust says:
:: shoots the CO a dismissive look:: CNS: Pah!

FCO Qwynn says:
:: obtains a PADD, and returns to her seat ::

CNS Janan says:
::glances quickly over to the CO with a wicked grin, is far to flustered to concentrate::

CO McPhee says:
::thumbs on the PADD and begins to read, nodding his head approvingly::

CO McPhee says:
::looks a bit baffled as he notices for the first time that all the crewpersons are smiling at him::

CEO Irvin says:
::reads specifications on the PADD for a REALLY huge holodeck:: ALL: Impressive....... Very impressive.....

CO McPhee says:
ADM: This is an outstanding plan, sir. It should increase non-military traffic to this base and the colony below. The economic repercussions for this area are potentially enormous!

Host ADM K’rust says:
CEO: Indeed. I redesigned the imaging system with the help of the Binars.

CSO Stidd says:
::Finds most of the information of little consequence as he does not use a holodeck nor do any of the reworks affect the Sci Depts.::

CEO Irvin says:
ADM K`Rust: It seems that some major imaging hurtles have been crossed with this new design.... An Engineer's Dream come to pass. ::smiles at the Admiral::

Host ADM K’rust says:
CO: True Captain, Already there is talk of 5 more trade routes through this sector... It's seems Tenarus is no longer for Exiles.. :: A brief shudder ::

CNS Janan says:
::finished reading and is now looking straight through the PADD at the Admiral again, not totally concentrating on the conversation::

CO McPhee says:
ADM: Starfleet Comptroller General issued a report on this several months ago. This area could be a pipeline into the Cardassian economy.

FCO Qwynn says:
:: has a vision of Deep Space 3... Explosions ::

Host ADM K’rust says:
CO: again, that is why I'm here

CNS Janan says:
::picks up on a lot of emotions in the room now, her concentration shifts momentarily back to business::

CEO Irvin says:
::scrolls down on the PADD::

CNS Janan says:
::looking over to the CSO, she is now looking slightly concerned::

Host ADM K’rust says:
CEO\CSO: You will see to system initialization, we should be ready for preliminary testing

CO McPhee says:
All: Okay, folks. Let's aid the Admiral the best we can. This is a significant upgrade for the area. Let's make it happened. ::speaks with some confidence::

Host ADM K’rust says:
All: Everyone ready to see, the facility?

FCO Qwynn says:
:: stands up ::

CO McPhee says:
ADM: One question, sir. Why isn't the base and its commander overseeing this project?

CEO Irvin says:
::looks at the Admiral, sort of tuning out the Captain:: Adm: Aye sir... Would love to if I may be so bold....

CSO Stidd says:
Adm.: I will assist as I can, but something has come up that is somewhat urgent for me and I may be taking my leave of you.

CNS Janan says:
::smiles at the CO's words as she looks across to the Admiral and stands up::

Host ADM K’rust says:
:: Narrows eyes a bit and speaks almost menacingly:: CO: Magnus is enjoying some much needed leave captain.

Host ADM K’rust says:
CO: Ever been in real combat Captain?

CO McPhee says:
ADM: Uh...yes sir.

CO McPhee says:
ADM: No, sir.

CEO Irvin says:
::gets up from chair::

Host ADM K’rust says:
CO: Then mind your orders! I'd expect you'd not understand!

Host ADM K’rust says:
:: stands and walks toward the door::

CO McPhee says:
::looks very startled:: All: Okay, people...let's get on this.

CSO Stidd says:
::Raises an eyebrow as the Adm. puts the CO in his place::

CNS Janan says:
::watches the Admiral, her mind torn between him and the CSO, she wonders if the Vulcan is alright::

CEO Irvin says:
::snaps to a little bit more of an attentive stance as he walks to the door::

Host ADM K’rust says:
:: walks toward the promenade and pulls Stidd aside::

CO McPhee says:
::with some defeat, he looks down at his PADD::

CSO Stidd says:
::Follows the Adm. lead:: Adm: Yes sir?

CNS Janan says:
::raises eyebrow:: Self: Interesting.

CEO Irvin says:
::heads towards the Promenade with everyone else smiling along the way and walking with a bounce in his step::

CO McPhee says:
::watches as the crew all walks away from him::

CNS Janan says:
::moves to the CO's side:: CO: Sir?

FCO Qwynn says:
:: amused by the display ::

Host ADM K’rust says:
:: Whispers:: CSO: Why is your Captain so concerned about the station command structure? You should know Magnus has always been wrapped a bit tight... Does this make to much dirty work for McPhee?

CO McPhee says:
::looks profoundly sad:: CNS; its lonely being a captain, isn't it?

Host ADM K’rust says:
:: Louder and to no one:: I could always find dirtier jobs

CNS Janan says:
::smiles but in a very different way than she looked at the Admiral:: CO: I can't comment on that, but I am sure it does not have to be that way, shall we follow ::motions to the door::

CSO Stidd says:
Adm: I think with the last 2 major blunders, McPhee is showing his inability to properly assess the situation and take definitive actions.

CSO Stidd says:
Adm: He is afraid that he will be taken out of command and Magnus will be reinstated.

Host ADM K’rust says:
CSO: And now he avoids responsibility on a simple entertainment system test?!

CO McPhee says:
::follows the counselor:: CNS: I've never been shut out like this. Is this normal?

Host ADM K’rust says:
:: Mumbles:: CSO: We must put this Pah behind a desk again

CSO Stidd says:
Adm: He has continually avoided the responsibilities by placing either the XO or I in charge of the missions.

CNS Janan says:
::truly feels some sorrow for the way the CO is feeling:: CO: The crew will need time to adjust and you will need time to learn the ways of this ship. I think everyone feels out of place at some point in their lives.

CO McPhee says:
CNS: I understand this situation. Trade in this sector is very important. No one will listen to me.

Host ADM K’rust says:
ACTION: The crew arrives at a set of arched door, split in the middle...

CNS Janan says:
::walks slowly down the corridor::

CEO Irvin says:
::slows and looks at the entrance::

Host ADM K’rust says:
CSO: Good. It's probably kept you alive

CSO Stidd says:
Adm: On a more personal note, Adm.  ::Shows the Adm. the PADD with the communiqué on it from his wife::  As you can see, I am being requested back to Vulcan on an urgent planetary situation.

CEO Irvin says:
::looks to the Admiral:: Adm: May I? ::motions to the entrance button::

Host ADM K’rust says:
CEO: here's the main interface, :: points at a recessed terminal in the wall:: Initialize and load program Test1, when you are satisfied with the boot diagnostics

CO McPhee says:
::looks forward into the holodeck::

CSO Stidd says:
Adm: If I am to meet with their timeframe, I must leave here within the hour, sir.

Host ADM K’rust says:
:: Walks into the large pin striped room

CO McPhee says:
::enters, then realizes that his job is basically to stand and supervise::

FCO Qwynn says:
:: listens to the Admiral instructing CEO Irvin ::

CNS Janan says:
::looks around curiously::

CEO Irvin says:
::cracks fingers:: ::Taps out a couple of initialization commands on the access panel, monitoring the boot diagnostics::

CEO Irvin says:
<Computer> Diagnostic Complete. Initialize program when ready.

Host ADM K’rust says:
CSO: very well Commander, assist us until you have to leave

CSO Stidd says:
::Nods assent to the Adm.'s order::

CEO Irvin says:
::look into the Holodeck and raises voice slightly in the LARGE expanse:: All: Ok... Here goes nothing

Host ADM K’rust says:
All: Ready?

CO McPhee says:
ADM: Ready, sir.

CEO Irvin says:
::Looking for the signal to 'go ahead' from the Admiral::

Host ADM K’rust says:
:: Nods at CEO::

CEO Irvin says:
Computer: Computer , Load and Initialize Program Test 1.

Host ADM K’rust says:
ACTION: The room fades into a bright sunny day, Oak planks appear beneath the crews’ feet. The motion of waves tests their balance as the Rock of Gibraltar appears to the left

FCO Qwynn says:
:: blinks her eyes in a feline affirmative gesture ::

CNS Janan says:
::smiles and raises her eyebrow watching him as the scenery changes around her::

CO McPhee says:
::smells the salty ocean air::

CSO Stidd says:
::Nods approval at the realism::

FCO Qwynn says:
:: is pleasantly surprised by the boat, and walks to the aft section to check out the rudder ::

CEO Irvin says:
::walks in to the Holodeck in TOTAL Awe::

CSO Stidd says:
To no one in particular: I would venture to put this ship at around the early 1800's

CNS Janan says:
::glances around, to understand this:: Self: Should have read that PADD.

CEO Irvin says:
::walks aft ward on the small ship::

CO McPhee says:
::notices the uncomfortable rocking of the ship::

Host ADM K’rust says:
CEO: There are still some anomalies Lt., see if you can stabilize the program :: points at a shimmering spot on the deck::

CNS Janan says:
::she nods to herself, seemingly happy, and still wishing she could get out of this annoying uniform::

CEO Irvin says:
::notices the incomplete matrix and whips out tricorder that he conveniently brought along::

CEO Irvin says:
::looks up at the ceiling:: Computer: Computer... Arch.....

CO McPhee says:
::feels his stomach churn some::

Host ADM K’rust says:
All: Well? Like the real thing?

Host ADM K’rust says:
ACTION: The deck beneath the CO disappears and he falls to the main deck below.

CNS Janan says:
::moves across to the CSO as the boats rocks, she is swamped with mixed emotions and feeling from the crew::

FCO Qwynn says:
:: checks out the mechanisms of the rudder, then proceeds to look at the sails and rigging ::

CO McPhee says:
ADM: Is this:: swallows:: like the real thing?

CSO Stidd says:
Adm: Very much so, sir.

CEO Irvin says:
::looks over to the CO:: All: Oops... ::looks over to the Arch and punches some more keys....

CO McPhee says:
::hits without grace::

CNS Janan says:
::nods approvingly at the Admiral and smiles before turning fast to find out what happened to the CO::

FCO Qwynn says:
:: senses someone stunned ::

Host ADM K’rust says:
:: Walks over to the CO sprawled on the deck:: CO: Very real Captain.. Look!  ::points to the starboard bow::

CSO Stidd says:
::Notices the counselor approaching but says nothing until she speaks first::

FCO Qwynn says:
:: approaches the Captain and extends a hand to him ::

CO McPhee says:
::scrambles to his feet without sea legs, stumbles::

FCO Qwynn says:
CO: Are you okay, sir?

CNS Janan says:
::turns back to the CSO after noticing that the CO is being seen to by the Admiral:: CSO: What do you thing of this Sir?

CO McPhee says:
FCO: Of course, Lt. Qwynn. Carry on. ::small:: Thank you.

Host ADM K’rust says:
ACTION: A large grey and White frigate sails just in front of the crew, on her side is painted the words USS Constitution

CEO Irvin says:
::looks on as the shimmer disappears:: Adm: Just some minor adjustments to the dimensional database Admiral... I think this fix can be applied to the main matrix. Shouldn't take more than a day?

Host ADM K’rust says:
CO: Are you alright?

CO McPhee says:
ADM: I'm sorry, sir. It's a wooden ship.

CSO Stidd says:
CNS: The realism is remarkable, and the attention to detail is outstanding.

Host ADM K’rust says:
:: Hums:: on the water, very free...

CNS Janan says:
::nods:: CSO: I have to agree.

CO McPhee says:
ADM: This water moves a lot. Can we decrease the wave size in the matrix, it might be more enjoyable that way.

CSO Stidd says:
CNS: However, my view of this simulation is not what you came over here for, is it, Counselor?

CNS Janan says:
::is trying to concentrate but looking past Stidd across the sea, she snaps back to focus on him again::

CNS Janan says:
::smiles:: CSO: I have to agree with you there, I do not sense that you are comfortable with this, perhaps not the simulation, but something.

CO McPhee says:
ADM: This upsets my stomach too much.

CEO Irvin says:
::walks to the middle of the deck taking notes for Zimmerman and the rest of the diagnostic crew:: Adm: This design is remarkable. It really is... We won't let ya down on this sir.

CSO Stidd says:
CNS: There is a situation back on Vulcan with regards to the Ambassador that I must see to.  I am concerned for him.

CO McPhee says:
ADM: Does this have inertial dampeners? ::swallows hard::

Host ADM K’rust says:
CO: Ha! Control the Mediterranean? :: Laughs and smacks the CO hard on the back:: Only a fool stands against the wind!

CO McPhee says:
::coughs hard and vomits as the waves roll by placidly::

CNS Janan says:
::nods:: CSO: So you will be leaving us to see him? How soon?

CEO Irvin says:
::looks over as the CO vomits chuckling lightly::

CO McPhee says:
::coughs::

CSO Stidd says:
CNS: I will be leaving soon, but not to see him, but to argue on his behalf.

Host ADM K’rust says:
CO: Welcome to Earth Captain. Can I get you a glass of water?

CSO Stidd says:
CNS: I am not sure how long I will be gone, but the Adm. has given me leave.

CO McPhee says:
::pale faced:: ADM: Permission to leave the simulation, sir. ::weakly:: Yes, I'd like a glass of water.

CEO Irvin says:
::looks to the Admiral:: Adm: Shall I shut it off sir? I've got all the notes I need for now.....

CNS Janan says:
::looks a bit confused:: CSO: I understand, then I wish you luck, however I Am concerned that your normal confident demeanor has left you, do you think you will win this argument?

CSO Stidd says:
CNS: We shall see, now if you will excuse me.  ::Walks towards the admiral::

CSO Stidd says:
ADM: Sir, Permission to take my leave of you?

Host ADM K’rust says:
CO\CEO: In a moment, I'd like to see a few more things

CO McPhee says:
::watches the waves move up and down, up and down::

Host ADM K’rust says:
CSO: Indeed Commander, Give the Ambassador my regards

CEO Irvin says:
ADM K`Rust: Aye sir... ::walks over to the arch::

CNS Janan says:
::steps away and looks out to sea enjoying this simulation, she gazes across the waves, hoping things will go well for the CSO::

CSO Stidd says:
Adm: If he is there, I will.  ::Walks to the arch behind the CEO and orders the doors to open for his exit::

Host ADM K’rust says:
ACTION: As Stidd calls for the arch and makes his leave the program phases and the sea is still. A smell of acrid smoke enters the air

Host ADM K’rust says:
CEO: What happened?

CO McPhee says:
All: Oh no....

CNS Janan says:
~~~CSO: safe journey and good luck~~~

CEO Irvin says:
::inhales at the smell of smoke:: Adm: Stand by Computer: Arch

Host ADM K’rust says:
ACTION: Nothing happens

CNS Janan says:
::turns from the sea looking towards the Admiral, not knowing if this is due to him or the CEO::

CEO Irvin says:
::looks around then hits panel with fist::

Host ADM K’rust says:
ARCH: Computer! Arch!

CO McPhee says:
All: Stop the water...

Host ADM K’rust says:
ACTION: Instead of opening the doorway fades and the crew is trapped

Host ADM K’rust says:
Computer: End program and exit!

CSO Stidd says:
::Enters his quarters and grabs his bags that were packed earlier and heads for the transport that is waiting for him::

CNS Janan says:
::glances around:: Self: Just great, nice view and all but this thing is bugging me so much, dogs were collars this tight not people.

CEO Irvin says:
::whips out tricorder and taps on it:: Adm: Look at this...

CO McPhee says:
::moves over to the Admiral and the CEO::

Host ADM K’rust says:
ACTION: The crew remains trapped

CEO Irvin says:
ADM K`Rust: Looks like the control relays have burned out....

Host ADM K’rust says:
******** Pause Mission ********