Host FM_Little_Goo says:
SCENE:  Its Mid-morning after everyone has returned to Abertura.  It looks the same, a little shinier and brighter, but still the same.  Some new things can be seen here and there, like Anti-Shroud emitters in the Atrium, some Starfleet Access terminals on doors and walls, and consoles translating to Federation standard, but keeping with Dominion design.

Host FM_Selan says:
Abertura Station Stardate 10208.07 "Dead Men's Tales" Episode One

Cast of Characters

Robert Pate as Captain Thelsh [CO]
Steve Seliquini as Lieutenant Brock [CSO]
Mike Stannard as Lieutenant Michael Lambert [CEO]
Kevin Geist as Lieutenant Apollo Jadahn [CBO]
Kytra Seliquini as Lieutenant Junior Grade Kiz Kedi [CIV]
Scott Fisher as Ensign Tyler Hamilton [CVO] 

Mark Tucker as Yokati’Clon & Admiral Yon
Michael Jones as Syarta & Laevon

Host FM_Selan says:
=/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= Begin Mission =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\=

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Exits her quarters, all refreshed from the recent R&R::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Almost skips to the lift, being in such a good mood and all::

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::in the Atrium, inspecting the shroud detectors::

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::has his feet kicked up on his desk in the garage, music blaring through the large room. He's got a padd in his hand, skimming over the CoE's reports on what they did to his stuff while they were away::

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::sleeping in::

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
::is in the science labs checking up on their condition after the CoE::

Host Yokati_Clon says:
::Standing at the newly modified Air Traffic table, impressed at the new recognition software that was linked from sensors to give her instant identification on ships rather than relying on her silhouette memory.  Picking up the new Optical interface headsets, she logs into the station::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Gets into the lift, almost pushes the controls for the C&C, but hesitates:: Lift: Computer, Level 17 - C&C

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::in C&C, at his console, muttering:: Self: Just when I get used to the Jem'Hadar crap, they flip back to Federation standard

Host Yokati_Clon says:
<C> ::Chirps the familiar Starfleet Chirp in response to Thelsh's order::

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::gets bored with the padd and tosses it on the table, picking up a different one and sending out a base wide invitation to the official opening of Three's Company::

Host Yokati_Clon says:
ACTION: The Lift takes Thelsh to C&C

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Lets a big grin come over her face as the lift takes her up::

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::talks in her sleep and falls off the bed::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Steps out to the lift as it arrives at the C&C::

Host Yokati_Clon says:
::Monitors one of the Cargo ships lift off and proceed along its departure vector::

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::finally makes his way to the lift to inspect C&C::
Lift: Command & Control.

Host Yokati_Clon says:
<C> ::Chirps at Lambert, and the Lift starts up::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Stands at the door to the lift and looks over the 'new' C&C::

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
::can't keep his mind on his work:: Computer: Where is Miss Kedi?

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Moves to Jadahn:: CBO: Well Apollo?  What do you think?

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::arrives in C&C, looking around the place and finally seeing Thelsh and Jadahn::

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
::grimaces:: Computer: Where is Miss Kedi?

Host Syarta says:
::Rings the chime of Kedi's quarters::

Host Syarta says:
<Computer> CSO: Designate Kiz Kedi is located in her quarters.

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::sits up:: What? I'm innocent I swear! He said he was 25!

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::looks up at Thelsh:: CO: It's like a pair of new shoes...you miss the old, dirty, beat-up ones...but the new ones are comfortable and much more attractive.

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
::heads off to his quarters::

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
<Kiz's Computer> You're friends at the door!

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::finishes up the invitation and sends it out, then stands up and heads over to the garage door, opening it up and stepping outside::

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::joins the conversation::
Jadahn: Actually, I prefer my older shoes.. they've conformed to my feet and are extremely comfortable. New ones always give me sores... still, this should be an improvement.

Host Syarta says:
::Looks puzzled at the shouting from Miss Kedi, but remains pleasant in his waiting::

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
Computer: Open the door ::makes sure she's decent::

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
<Computer> Okie Dokie!

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
CBO,CEO: Anything wil be an improvemnt over what we started with.  Now perhaps we can actually get this place into operation

Host Syarta says:
::Watches the door swish open:: CIV: Good day, Miss Kedi.

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
CO: Ah, so I can finally start doing my job and quit my old one as an engineer.  ::smirks::

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::looks up and sees Syarta:: Syarta: What can I do you for?

Host Syarta says:
::Stops and momentarily tries to piece together what she just said, and translates it as - "How can I help you?":: CIV: Ah, I hope I wasn't troubling you ...

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
::changes his mind and heads to the C&C instead:: self: What am I doing?

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
Jadahn: I thought that was your job? To be my subordinate? ::grins::

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> ::The doors to C & C swish open, and he exits, looking around::

Host Yokati_Clon says:
::Walks to the Command Balcony and looks down at Captain Thelsh, her headset lighting up her left eye updating her::  Thelsh:  Captain, three of the cargo transports have lifted off.  Four Transports still remain, as do 50 Engineers.

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
CBO: Well, yes and no.... Yes you can become the Ops officer again... and No it wont be until CoE finally finishes.

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::looks down at her pj's and blushes:: Syarta: Not that I know of

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Looks up at the First:: Yokati: Thank you First.

Host Syarta says:
CIV: May I come in?

Host Yokati_Clon says:
::Nods and moves back to her console::

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> ::The Vorta who is about the same height as the petite CO, walks up to her:: CO: Good day dear Captain ...

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::nods:: Syarta: Sure

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::looks up at Yokati'Clon, then happens to see Laevon enter the command center::
Self: Lovely..

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
::doors swish open and enters C&C::

Host Syarta says:
::Walks in:: CIV: Are you going to be busy with anything today?

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::by now he's about a hundred metres away from the station. Covering his eyes, he looks up towards the top of it::

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::thinks it would be fun to pick a fight with Lambert and show him who the subordinate really is::

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
::sees Yokati'Clon and gives her a wide berth as he makes his way around the C&C::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::her good mood immediately evaporates:: Leavon: Leavon... ::tips her head as she secretly morns the fact that the Vorta didnt get sealed into a wall during the renovations::

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::twitches her tail as she thinks:: Syarta: Yes.......wait a minute......no.

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
::goes to the science console and runs a level 1 diagnostic::

Host Syarta says:
CIV: The Kayairn Institution of Higher Learning is going to be hosting a seminar in regard to the Federation. I was wondering if you would like to speak there?

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Laevon: So what can I do for you today?

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::thinks it would be fun to start a fight with Laevon, but a few Jem'Hadar would probably have him on the ground in seconds..::

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::her eyes get wide and she falls back down on her bed:: Syarta: You're kidding right?

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::gives up on his idea for now and returns to the base::

Host Yokati_Clon says:
Thelsh: Captain, Incoming Subspace Communication from Starbase 402, Admiral Yon.

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> ::Brings hands together in front of him:: CO: Oh, nothing, Captain. I was dropping by to see how you enjoyed your vacation ... did the Haisians accept your proposal about the "vessel barn"?

Host Syarta says:
CIV: "Kidding"? ::Obviously doesn't know what that means::

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
Syarta: a joke, a humourous lie

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Laevon: The initial reaction seemed... positive.

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Yokati: Put it on the screen, First.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::hears Yokati'Clon... trying to put a face to the name Admiral Yon::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::looks up at the Main Holo screen::

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::looks up at the Main Holo screen::

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::looks...where everyone else is::

Host Yokati_Clon says:
::Activates the main view screen and a dark skinned Trill woman appears on the screen, her demeanor is all business::

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> ::Smiles:: CO: That is good. I'm glad to see your Corps of Engineers did not succeed in destroying the station. ::Turns to see the holographic viewer come online::

Host Yokati_Clon says:
<Yon> COMM Thelsh: Ah Captain Thelsh, good to see you.

Host Syarta says:
CIV: Ah. No, I am not "kidding." ::Smiles::

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::still looks skeptical:: Syarta: Are you sure?

Host Syarta says:
CIV: Quite sure.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::still doesn't recognize the Admiral, but then he isn't really good with faces..::

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
Syarta: Why me?

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::ignores the Vorta, paying attention to the dark skinned Trill with admiral pips:: Adm: Good to see you Admiral.  What can we do for you?

Host Syarta says:
::Tilts head:: CIV: Why not?

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::looks down:: Syarta: Cause I thought no one on this hunk of rock took me seriously anyway.

Host Yokati_Clon says:
<Yon> COMM Thelsh: I take it you've received the communique about the upcoming rededication ceremony?

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> ::Steps into sight:: COM: Yon: If she has, she certainly hasn't shared the information with the rest of us. ::Turns to Thelsh, not showing whether or not he actually did know of it:: But that is so like you, isn't it dear Captain?

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::hopes that if he becomes admiral someday, he doesn't become so rigid........then he thinks the way he acts, he'll never make it to admiral::

Host Syarta says:
CIV: Well, you have come recommended.

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
:Moves around the Vorta, a hard look in her eye:: Yon: Yes Admiral,  I have been informed of the upcoming rededication.  We are in the process of finishing up the major renovations

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::wonders if admirals have any friends......decides that they don't::

Host Syarta says:
CIV: And it was figured that perhaps you can learn something of our culture along the line ...

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
::looks at his console as it beeps::

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
::reads the panel::

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::wonders if anyone would mind if he tackled Laevon::

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> ::Tries to refrain from smirking as the Captain tries her best to ignore him::

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::looks confused:: Syarta: I was recommended?

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
CO: Sir, there is a problem I think you should be aware of.

Host Syarta says:
CIV: Yes. Now, not to rush you or anything of the sort, but the seminar will be later this afternoon. I have arranged travel if you wish to go ...

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
::continues to monitor the console:: CO:  Sir, this doesn't look good.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::turns to face Brock::
Brock: What is it?

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
Syarta: How much time do I have?

Host Yokati_Clon says:
<Yon> COMM Thelsh: Excellent, I was calling to inform you that my Attache, Fredericka Byrd, will be arriving a week or two before the ceremony.  She will be in charge of arranging facilities and working with your crew of quarter assignments and such.

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::glances at the CEO and barely chuckles, but regains his "An admiral's looking so I gotta act like them" face::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Barely registers Brocks comment... then glances at the Gallamite:: CSO: Not now....

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::turns back to the screen::

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::walks over to Brock's console, so he doesn't have to speak up::

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
CO: This is bad. Real bad.

Host Syarta says:
CIV: We could leave within the hour if you wish.

Host Yokati_Clon says:
<Yon> COMM Laevon: ::Adjusts her view to the Vorta::  Respected Laevon, your government was informed of the Ceremony last week.  A definite date has not been determined as of now.  I believe they will inform you when they feel you should know.

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Adm: Very good, Adm.  Lt Jadahn will welcome the help

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Adm: Excuse me Admiral.... ::CSO: What is it Lt?

Host Syarta says:
<Laevon> COM: Yon: Thank you, Admiral. I'm certain there has only been a delay in communications.

Host Yokati_Clon says:
<Iu> ::Puts down the Tekal Melon he was munching on and looks out across the mountains, and frowns::

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
CEO: Look at this. There is tectonic activity east-southeas of the station. 34 Klicks.

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
Syarta: Well, I think i would need a little more time to...prepare...

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::hears his name....he wasn't paying attention, so he is sent into a panic....he does what instinct tells him to do....he nods::

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
CO: There is a high probability of an earthquake. Approx 34 kilometers from here. East-southeast.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::hears the science officer::
Brock: Probable magnitude?

Host Yokati_Clon says:
<Yon> COMM Thelsh: Also, I understand your Chief of Security has been reassigned.  With the high profile nature of the guests at the ceremony, I'd like you to assign someone to coordinate security for the even, until another Chief of Security can be assigned.

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
CEO: Level 6 on the scale.

Host Syarta says:
CIV: Certainly. The seminar is in four hours ... it will take forty minutes to an hour to travel them.

Host Yokati_Clon says:
<Iu> ::Whistles a low rumbling in his throat, and closes his eyes as if listening to a unheard orchestra::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
CSO: Locate the epicenter.

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
CO: Aye sir.

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Yokati: Contact the High Echelon and inform them of the earthquake.

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
CO: Wait a moment........

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::nods:: Syarta: I will begin getting ready then. Thank you, sir.

Host Syarta says:
CIV: No, thank you Miss Kedi. ::Smiles and exits::

Host Yokati_Clon says:
Thelsh: Yessir.

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
CO: The activity has reduced slightly in magnitude. Now it is 4.3.

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
::scans for the epicenter::

Host Laevon says:
::Not really interested in the proceedings, he walks up and around to where Yokati is standing, listening::

Host Yokati_Clon says:
<Yon> COMM Thelsh: I see you are about to get your first quake, Captain, I will be contacting you again in a week's time.  Yon Out.   ::The Screen shimmers into nonexistence::

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
CO: The epicenter is 34 Klics east-southeast of the station sir.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::stands next to Brock, helping him work the controls to get the desired readings::

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::looks over at Laevon and does one of those upward nod things...the ones that mean, "Heya"::

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
CO: Quake probability is 82%.

Host Laevon says:
::Doesn't even spare Jadahn a glance::

Host Yokati_Clon says:
::Catches herself, shocked at the breach in Jem'Hadar training by using Federation protocol, makes a mental note to administer self-punishment after her shift is completed::

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::grins::

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::runs around her quarters like a chicken with it's head cut off, trying to figure out what to wear and what to talk about::

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
Brock: Can you project the time occurrence? How long do we have?

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
::cross references the info with the database of known Hais geology and topography::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
First: Have the High Echelon responded?

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
CO: It is hard to get an exact estimate....... ::looks at the CO:: we don't have enough info on Hais yet.

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
:: moves up the ramp till she is overlooking the 'pit'::

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::finally decides on something to wear, but it still puzzled on what to talk about::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
CSO: Do what you can... Apollo, find Syarta and tell him to get up here

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
CO: I would estimate the quake will happen as soon as 5 minutes or as long a 2 hours. Sorry I can't be more exact.

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
CO: Aye sir.  ::moves to his console...just because::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
CSO: That will be a start for now... Though in the future I expect something a bit more precise ::small smile::

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
::continues to monitor the activity::

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::turns to the Captain::
Thelsh: I'm sure this station is quake-resistant, but some of the things we have stored here are not. I'm heading down to the garage to lockdown a few things.

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
*Syarta*: Jadahn to Syarta.

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
CO: Yes ma'am. ::at attention then relaxes seeing the smile:: yes ma'am

Host Yokati_Clon says:
Thelsh: Captain, the Local Government has replied they are aware of the imminent quake and the area is unpopulated and should not affect anything of importance.  They thank us for our information.

Host Laevon says:
<Syarta> ::His hand-held communicator beeps from his pocket, and he takes it out as he walks down the corridor:: *CBO* Yes?

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Yokati: They are not concerned?  A magnitude 4.3?

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
CEO: Carry on.

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
*CIV*: Miss Kedi?

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
*Syarta*: We have encountered a problem, and the captain has requested your presence in C&C.  Mind coming up here?

Host Yokati_Clon says:
<Iu> ::Sways a little as if caught in a wave, his whistling dropping to a low moan, his Tekal Melon forgotten beside him::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Laevon: Laevon... how many quakes has this station been through?

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::hears her commbadge chirp and looks around for her communicator:: *CSO* : Yes Brock?

Host Laevon says:
CO: From the memories I have, I recall only once ... but like this one, it was south from here. Nothing extreme. I doubt we'll barely feel this one.

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
*CIV*: There is going to be an earthquake. Make sure everything is secured. Don't worry, it's not too bad.

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
::doesn't want to worry her unnecessarily::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
CBO: Issue a station wide alert.  Advise them to prepare for a quake...

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::heads to the lift, instructing the computer to take him to the garage level::

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
*CSO* A WHAT?!

Host Yokati_Clon says:
ACTION: A Low rumbling is suddenly heard as the station begins to shake with the slow vibration.

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
*CIV*: It's okay. No big deal. Just be sure you secure everything..... Here it is.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::grabs the side of the lift, expecting it to fall down::

Host Laevon says:
<Syarta> ::On his way in the lift when the quake hits. A little surprised, this is his first::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::Grips the railing.  Her knuckles turn whitish/blue::

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
*Station Wide*: All hands, prepare for a mild shift of tectonic plates...uh...an earthquake.  Secure any belongings and be prepared.

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
CO: I've updated my estimate to right now ma'am. ::grins::

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::gulps as she feels the rumbling, looking around for something to hold on to::

CVO_Ens_Hamilton says:
::still outside, the ground begins shaking a little causing him to jump to his feet and move away from the base, against which he'd had his back::

Host Laevon says:
::Stays on his feet, the rumble not that big ... doesn't expect it to get worse::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::antennae stiff in un-acknowledged fear:: CSO: Thank you so very much, Lt ::heavy sarcasm::

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::grabs onto his console:: Self/Anyone: This reminds me of the days when I used to pilot a starship.  Man, was that fun!

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::whines and crawls under her bed::

Host Laevon says:
CBO: How I don't envy that starship crew, Mr. Jadahn ...

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
::grins::

Host Laevon says:
<Syarta> ::Arrives in C & C, the tremble makes him shaky on his feet as he's nervous:: ALL: We're having a quake?

Host Yokati_Clon says:
ACTION: The Rumbling and quaking dies off slowly

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
::grins:: Laevon: Oh, loosen up, you'd have a ball.  Just consider this as a form of entertainment.  ::hopes there are no sharp objects in the area::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
Syarta: Is seismic activity frequent in these mountains?

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
::checks the sensors to determine if the tectonic shift is over and for after shocks::

Host Laevon says:
::Takes in a breath:: ALL: See, that wasn't bad at all.

CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::arrives in the garage just in time to feel the quake dissipate::

Host Yokati_Clon says:
<C> All: Unable to process request, link to Starfleet Command Module 23, 35, 56, 102 Lost.  Dominion Interlink 32 broken.  Unable to reconnect.  Takaresian Pretzels are not replicable.

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
*CIV*: Kiz, you okay?

Host Laevon says:
<Syarta> CO: From what I recall of my geologic lessons, like most ranges on the world, yes, but nothing severe ... rarely are we able to even register them. I've heard, however, that the Haispoi can sense each one ... we could perhaps ask Iu?

CBO_Lt_Jadahn says:
Self: Oh, fun.  ::frowns::

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
self: What? ::listens to the computer::

CIV_Miss_Kedi says:
::crawls out from under her bed and grabs her communicator:: *CSO* I guess. You okay?

Host Yokati_Clon says:
<Iu> ::Eyes Open Wide, and panic races across his face::

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
::groans as she hears the list of malfunctions::

Host Laevon says:
::Narrows his eyes:: Hmmm ... I guess this means your Corps of Engineers didn't do that good of a job ...

CSO_Lt_Brock says:
*CIV*: Affirmative. I want to be sure you are okay.

Host Yokati_Clon says:
ACTION: A Low rumble is heard off in the distance even through the base.

Host CO_Capt_Thelsh says:
*CEO* Mr. Lambert... you need to get with Chief Silver and start repairs....
 CEO_Lt_Lambert says:
::hears a rumble through the hull::
Self (outloud): Aftershock...

Host Yokati_Clon says:
[[[[[ Pause Mission ]]]]] 

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