MISSION PROLOGUE: Day 356 of the Starfleet Occupation of AR-439, also known as Abertura Station.  With new crewmembers on the way, Abertura Station is the calm in the center of the storm.  The planet Hais V again faces a famine crisis, with the mysterious radiation appearing again under the surface of the planet.  Starfleet's crew is being asked to assist in the investigation, but for tonight, at least the new officers can settle in...

A Call To Duty Proudly Presents:
	ABERTURA STATION, Stardate 10408.04, "Convergent Series, Part 1"

Crew:
Commanding Officer: Captain M'Tor, played by Gilles Leger
Executive Officer: Commander Azhure, played by Karriaunna Scotti
Chief of Security: Lieutenant Bill Powers, played by Christopher Dickinson
Chief Science Officer: Lieutenant Commander Julie Ann Mushgrave, played by Arlene McIntyre
Chief Engineering Officer: Lieutenant Kieran Burke, played by Brian Fredrickson
Chief of Base Operations: Lieutenant Junior Grade Kysia Merlanne Kcirtap, played by Julie Lucas

Missing In Action:
	Chief of Vehicular Operations: Ensign Deegan, played by Mike Jones

With Special Appearances By:
	Captain Krog, played by Steve Gelhorn
	Syarta, played by Christopher Dickinson
	General Ranuck, played by Christopher Dickinson
	First Yokati'Clon, played by Karriaunna Scotti

Managed by Karriaunna Scotti and Christopher Dickinson

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XO_Azhure says:
::Sitting at one of the consoles on the upper deck putting together the report for the next shift.::
CEO_Burke says:
@::sniffing at the air, as he has been ever since they boarded the Klingon ship::
CSO_Mushgrave says:
@::Leans back in her chair, can't wait to get off this bucket of rusty bolts.  Doesn't like the new uniform either but heck SF in it's infinite wisdom decided her minor in biology was worth something.::
CEO_Burke says:
@::his face wrinkles in slight disgust::
CBO_Kcirtap says:
@ :: looks down at the PADD in her hands, trying to make herself familiar with Abertura Station ::
CSO_Mushgrave says:
@CEO:  Hey Kieran, if you keep that up.. some Klingon might slug you and I don't want to have to defend your honor again.  ::Grins at him to show that she is teasing.::
XO_Azhure says:
::Looks up at M'Tor.::  CO:  Your rather quiet.
CEO_Burke says:
@::turns and looks at Julie, his expression deadpan:: CSO: Anyone ever tell you blue isn't your color?  ::turns back toward a small viewport::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
::snorts:: XO: I despise ambassadors.... they think they know it all... it really annoys those of us who do.
CO_Krog says:
@:: on final approach to Hais V :: 
CSO_Mushgrave says:
@CEO:  Yeah  you every chance you get.
CBO_Kcirtap says:
@ :: listens to the CEO and CSO ::
CEO_Burke says:
@::his head whips back around, a satisfied smile plastered to his face:: CSO: Oh, that's right.  
XO_Azhure says:
::Her eyes twinkle as she hides a smile.::  CO:  Well, why you are not looking forward to seeing them, which you have so 'kindly' assigned to me, we have a dozen new crew coming in soon.  They are just on the edge of sensors... and late.
CSO_Mushgrave says:
@CEO:  So how was the latest date... another dud?  ::Heard rumors and just wants to rub it in.. serves him right...the man is blind as a bat to what is right in front of him.::
CO_Krog says:
COM: Abertura: Abertura, I am coming into sensor range. permission to start final approach. 
CSO_Mushgrave says:
CBO: I didn't introduce myself.. I'm LtCmdr Julie Mushgrave... Scientist extraordinary.. the budding comedian over there is...well he is just a guy.
Host CO_M`Tor says:
XO: I shall endeavor to keep me busy elsewhere.. .::looks up::
CEO_Burke says:
@::lifts his tunic to show a set of scratches on his lower abdomen::  CSO: I always though a Caitian woman would be a little less... well.. catty I guess.
XO_Azhure says:
COM:  Dr'co:  We have you on sensors.  You are welcome to approach.  Sending orbiting coordinates now.  ::Glances at her captain as she sends out coordinates.::
CSO_Mushgrave says:
@::Grins:: CEO:  Walked into another cactus huh?
CEO_Burke says:
@::pulling his tunic back down, he rolls his eyes::  CBO: Don't mind her, she's just jealous that she wasn't the one to give me the scratches.  ::extends a hand::  Kieran Burke.
CBO_Kcirtap says:
@ :: looks up from her PADD and holds out her hand :: CSO:  Nice to meet you Commander.  Ltjg Kysia Kcirtap.
CBO_Kcirtap says:
@ :: smiles at the CEO :: CEO:  One never knows Sir.
Host CO_M`Tor says:
::mumbles:: XO: At least we will have the extra crew before the Ambassadors
CSO_Mushgrave says:
@::Shakes her hand.:: CEO:  And Lothario there just wishes I gave him the scratches.. because he knows he'd still be purring right now if I did... and they would not be sissy scratches either... he couldn't even find a real woman.
CO_Krog says:
@:: receives Coordinates :: COM: Abertura: Received initiating standard orbit.
CBO_Kcirtap says:
@ :: covers her mouth to keep from laughing out loud ::
CEO_Burke says:
@::sighs loudly and sniffs at the air again::
XO_Azhure says:
CO:  I don't suppose you would like to assign one of them to babysitter detail?
CSO_Mushgrave says:
@CBO:  So what do they call you when you are not working?
CBO_Kcirtap says:
@ CSO: Kysia or Ky Sir.
CSO_Mushgrave says:
@CBO:  When we are not on duty you can call me Julie.  Ky it is.  That is a pretty name so where are you from?
Host CSec_Powers says:
::Enters the C&C and looks around::
CEO_Burke says:
@::turns his attention back to the conversation::
CO_Krog says:
COM: Abertura: We've attained orbiting coordinates. awaiting further orders
CBO_Kcirtap says:
@CSO: Ventax  II ......Julie
XO_Azhure says:
::Looks down at the sensors and frowns.::  COM:  Dr'co:  Your orbit is too low.  Please pull up.
CO_Krog says:
@COM: Abertura: acknowledged, increasing distance.
CSO_Mushgrave says:
@::Grins at the woman.::  CBO:  I think we are about to become friends.  So tell me, so what do you think about this guy.  ::Points to Burke::
XO_Azhure says:
::Looks over at Bill and smiles at him with a nod::  CSec:  Good timing.  We have our new officers about to come aboard.
Host CO_M`Tor says:
CO: Why... they have one... you  ::grins::
CEO_Burke says:
@::offers his most charming smile::
Host CSec_Powers says:
::nods back::  XO: Very well, Commander... ::Looks towards the transport area::
CBO_Kcirtap says:
@ CSO:  Well, I don't know him well enough to form an opinion yet, but, he makes me laugh.  :: smiles ::
CEO_Burke says:
@::gives Julie the "ha ha I win" look::
XO_Azhure says:
CO:  Fine, then you can explain to the Haisians the noise that just broke through their atmosphere due to the Klingon vessel being too low in orbit.
CSO_Mushgrave says:
@Self:  Hmmmmmm, competition... ::Plasters a smile on her face.::  CBO:  Well....that is about all he has going for him... ::Smirks at Burke::
CO_Krog says:
@COM: Abertura: Permission to beam the new crewmembers down?
XO_Azhure says:
COM: Dr'co:  We are ready to receive your passengers.
CEO_Burke says:
@::moves over to sit next to their new friend, putting an arm around her and just beaming at Julie::  CBO: Don't mind her... her bark is much worse than her bite.
Host CSec_Powers says:
CO/XO: They already don't like us... crashing two ships into their planet... CO: How is the cleanup from that going, by the way?
CBO_Kcirtap says:
@:: chuckles :: CSO:  You two must be knowing each other for a long time to be able to banter the way you do.
CSO_Mushgrave says:
@CEO:  You wouldn't know about my bite...you just dream about it.
CO_Krog says:
@COM: Abertura: Ready to transport.
CBO_Kcirtap says:
@ :: raises her eyebrows at the CEO ::
CSO_Mushgrave says:
CBO:  Yeah we served together on the Paula Greene.
CBO_Kcirtap says:
@ CEO:  I didn't think she would bite.  Well, not me anyway.
CBO_Kcirtap says:
:: smiles and winks at the CSO ::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
CSEC: Slowly... we are doing it slowly with as little technology as possible.
CSO_Mushgrave says:
@CBO:  Yeah your not tall dark and handsome... ::Grins:: No offense.
XO_Azhure says:
::Nodding to Yokati'Clon to take over, she walks over towards the transporter unit.::
CBO_Kcirtap says:
@CSO:  None taken.  :: smiles ::
CEO_Burke says:
@::frowns being neither very tall, and his red hair definitely not dark::
CSO_Mushgrave says:
@::Winks at Burke... hopefully that will teach him to drool over that Caitain hussy.::
Host CSec_Powers says:
::Waits patiently for the other crewpersons to arrive... then we'll brief and set off to the mines::
CO_Krog says:
@COM: Abertura: Hurry up will you. I have to be back a Qo'noS in a relative short time..
CEO_Burke says:
@CBO: So where did you serve before here?

ACTION: A communication comes in from the Haisian government offices.

CBO_Kcirtap says:
@:: smiles at the good natured camaraderie she is being included in ::
CBO_Kcirtap says:
@CEO:  Well, I was on Avalon Station and was transferred.
Yokati’Clon says:
::Sends the beaming coordinates to the Klingon vessel.::
CEO_Burke says:
@::wrinkles his brow:: CSO: Avalon... Avalon... where is that?
CO_Krog says:
@:: receives the coordinates and tells the crewmembers to step onto the transporter pad :: 
CBO_Kcirtap says:
@ CEO:  Avalon Station is near the Paulson Nebula on the Klingon and Romulan boarders.
CSO_Mushgrave says:
@::Grabs her duffle bag and steps onto the transporter PADD..:: CEO/CBO:  Maybe I'll get lucky and we will leave Kieran behind and then I can get on with my love life.. You know Ky were should go shopping later see what this station has to offer in muscles.
CEO_Burke says:
@CBO: Sounds like a fun place...
CBO_Kcirtap says:
@ :: looks up and grabs her duffle ::
XO_Azhure says:
CSec:  Easy day?
CEO_Burke says:
@::rolls his eyes as he takes his spot on the pad::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
COM: Gov: This is Abertura... Captain M'Tor
Host Syarta says:
#COM: CO: Ah, Captain, I'm glad I caught you at this late hour...
CBO_Kcirtap says:
@ :: smiles and chuckles :: CSO:  Your on Julie.
Host CO_M`Tor says:
::nods:: COM: Gov: Syarta: How may I be of assistance?
CSO_Mushgrave says:
@CBO:  Hopefully we will get the time to do it.  On the PG we always seemed to be in a crises situation.
XO_Azhure says:
::Glances behind her at the captain as she hears Syarta's voice.::
CBO_Kcirtap says:
@CEO:  Actually, it was a really nice place.  I just got promoted and sent here because I am good with languages.
CO_Krog says:
@:: taps his fingers impatiently waiting for the crew to disappear off his bridge :: 
CBO_Kcirtap says:
@ CSO:  Well, if it's anything like Avalon Station, we will get time.....once a month....:: Laughs ::
Host Syarta says:
#COM: CO: Actually, it is I who will hopefully be of assistance to you.  As you were probably informed, the planet is facing another famine situation... along with peculiar radiation again.  Several of our scientists have been working on locating the source of this radiation.... two of them would like to act as guides and representatives.
CBO_Kcirtap says:
@ :: waits to be transported to the surface ::
CEO_Burke says:
@CBO: I never had an ear for languages... technology, now thats another story.   I think that is why I ended up here too.  I have a lot of experience with technology other than Starfleet.

ACTION: The new Abertura crewpersons beam down from the Klingon ship, and trumpets blare, and lights flash, and everyone is happy, at least for the next two minutes, okay?

XO_Azhure says:
::At the sound of the transporters hum, she looks up with a greeting to the dozen new crew members.::  All:  Welcome aboard...
CBO_Kcirtap says:
@ CEO:  That would do it.  :: smiles ::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
::nods:: COM: Gov: Syarta: That assistance would be most welcome Syarta.  We can be ready to leave as soon as your representatives arrive.
CSO_Mushgrave says:
::Materializes onto the station and steps off the PADD... looks for who is in charge.::
CBO_Kcirtap says:
:: looks around ::  All:  So, this is home.
CEO_Burke says:
::looks around the new digs::
Host Syarta says:
#COM: CO: I believe it would be best to set out in the morning - I shall have them show up after morning meal, local time?
XO_Azhure says:
CBO:  We hope it is.
Host CO_M`Tor says:
::nods yet again:: COM: Gov: Syarta: Agreed. My gratitude for your assistance Syarta.
CSO_Mushgrave says:
All:  I'm LtCmdr Julie Mushgrave the new science weenie... errr chief science officer..
CEO_Burke says:
::turns to the XO and smiles::
Host Syarta says:
#COM: CO: I am glad you and I can still talk.  There are some in the government who are again calling for your removal, but those occur every other month, it seems.  I wouldn't worry too much.
XO_Azhure says:
::Motions for them to join her as she begins to pick up padds off the table and hand them to the new crew::  All:  These are your room assignments and a layout of the station along with areas to avoid... at least for now.
CBO_Kcirtap says:
XO:  Commander.  :: hands the PADD with her orders on it over :: Ltjg Kysia Kcirtap reporting for duty Sir.
CSO_Mushgrave says:
XO:  Avoid?  Any particular reason Ma'am?
Host CO_M`Tor says:
::nods yet again:: COM: Gov: Syarta: I have that reaction with some people... diplomacy is not my strength at times... getting the job done is my strength
CEO_Burke says:
::takes the PADD and doesn't even really look at it::
XO_Azhure says:
CSO:  This station is not just a simple federation station.  We have many species that shoot first and eat science weenies later.  ::Smiles::
Host Syarta says:
#::Nods::  COM: CO: We have noticed, Captain.  Look for the scientists in the morning... unless you need anything, I will take my leave of you.
CSO_Mushgrave says:
::Chuckles:: XO:  Got it.  I'm glad to see you have a sense of humor Ma'am.. we should get along famously.
XO_Azhure says:
::Glances over the CBO's PADD, seeing everything is order and does the same with everyone else.::
CEO_Burke says:
XO: Ah, that would teach them a lesson.. the indigestion I mean.   Kieran Burke.  ::nods a greeting::
CBO_Kcirtap says:
:: smiles and chuckles ::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
COM: Gov: Syarta: Not at the moment. Well met Syarta. Abertura Out.
CSO_Mushgrave says:
::Sticks her tongue out at Burke::
Host CSec_Powers says:
::Shakes his head slightly at the new crewmen... they'll learn soon enough::
Host Gen_Ranuck says:
::Stumbles out of the turbolift into the C&C, and looks around.. his eyes land on the unfamiliar Starfleeters and they narrow::
XO_Azhure says:
::Looks over the CEO and CSO for a moment, then nods to herself.::  All:  As soon as you have your gear dropped off, please join us in the lounge.  It will make things easier for all around as this shift is almost over with.
XO_Azhure says:
General Ranuck:  Welcome.  We have received a new batch of federation officers.  These are... ::Introduces everyone.::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
::nods:: Ranuck: General... try not to kill them anytime soon.
CSO_Mushgrave says:
::Nods at the General and snaps at attention in front of the CO.::
Host Gen_Ranuck says:
::Looks the new officers over head to toe, and sniffs at the CSO::  CO: They are so puny, though... barely worth the effort to break them in, they will snap in half!
Host CO_M`Tor says:
::grins::
CSO_Mushgrave says:
::Snorts::  General:  You wish...if you like I'll offer myself to kick your butt sometime?
XO_Azhure says:
::Nods toward the security officer.::  All:  General Ranuck, is in charge of the Klingon garrison here.  Mr. Powers, is in charge of the stations over all security.
Host Gen_Ranuck says:
::Laughs a hearty laugh and slaps her on the back::  CSO: Ah, but you are feisty!  Do you drink?
CBO_Kcirtap says:
:: raises her eyebrow at the General ::
Host CSec_Powers says:
::Nods at the mention of his name::
XO_Azhure says:
::Shakes her head at the counselor be says nothing, trusting Ranuck.::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
CSO/CEO/CBO: Welcome to Abertura... try to stay alive longer than the last group.
CEO_Burke says:
::gives the General a weak smile, remembering his last "encounter" with a few Klingons::
CSO_Mushgrave says:
General:  Of course!  ::Stumbles a bit.::  I got a taste of blood wine back on earth.. I got a couple of friends that belong to the House of Korack..
CBO_Kcirtap says:
CO:  Aye Captain, I think you will find I am a bit harder to kill than you might think.
XO_Azhure says:
CSec:  If you will please take our new crew to their quarters please, then join me in the lounge to await them.
CEO_Burke says:
::thinks "Oh great, the CO is Klingon too... that must have been in the fine print"::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
::stops smiling:: CBO: Good... trust me... that will prove useful.
CBO_Kcirtap says:
:: gives a curt nod ::
Host Gen_Ranuck says:
::Grins and leans in close to the CSO, she can smell the scent of it on him::  CSO: You haven't tasted bloodwine until you've had the local specialty.  ::Moves back and lets the CSec take over::
Host CSec_Powers says:
::Moves forward::  All: Very well, then... where are your assignments?
CSO_Mushgrave says:
General:  Then I look forward to it.  ::To satisfy the general she takes a deep breath.::
CEO_Burke says:
::finally looks at his PADD::  CSec:  Hmm... down below somewhere.  ::smiles::
CBO_Kcirtap says:
:: hands Powers her PADD ::
XO_Azhure says:
::Steps over to M'Tor::  CO:  Time to take down the old still and let them make a new one?
CSO_Mushgrave says:
::Hands Powers her PADD also.::
Host CO_M`Tor says:
XO: I hope they will stay longer... this place is difficult for the weak hearted.
CBO_Kcirtap says:
CSec: Chief of Base Operations Commander.
Host CSec_Powers says:
::Suddenly half a dozen PADDs are thrust at him.  He throws his hands up and waves them off::  All: Whoa, whoa... let's do it this way... ::enters the turbolift::  Anyone on decks 15 and 14, come with me... I'll come back for the rest...
CEO_Burke says:
All: Deck 15.. that would be my stop.  ::moves forward::
Host CSec_Powers says:
::Nods::  CBO: It's just Lieutenant, for now... or Bill...
CBO_Kcirtap says:
:: heads for the lift with the CSec ::
CSO_Mushgrave says:
::looks at her bad once more...: CSEC:  Mr. Bill!  There seems to be a problem here.. I have no room.
CBO_Kcirtap says:
:: nods :: CSec:  Thank you Lt.
Host CSec_Powers says:
CSO: I think that means Barracks 1, Sublevel 2....
CEO_Burke says:
::barely contains a laugh::
CSO_Mushgrave says:
CSec:  Ahhh... why didn't you just say so... ::rolls eyes then notices the room number.:: Oh great I'm next door to him... he better not interfere with my company.
XO_Azhure says:
CO:  They look like a good bunch.  Once they figure out the routine and unusual station dynamics, they should be fine.  Shall we go down to the lounge?  I'll buy you a drink.
CEO_Burke says:
::turns to "Bill":: CSec: Women... and this one... no wonder I drink.  ::smirks::
Host CSec_Powers says:
::Smiles::  CSO/CBO/CEO: Guess it's you three.  This way, then... ::Instructs the lift to head to Level 15::
CSO_Mushgrave says:
::Follows the Powers guy.::
CBO_Kcirtap says:
:: smiles ::
CEO_Burke says:
::wonders what this lounge is like that the XO mentioned...::
Host CSec_Powers says:
All: I apologize for missing formal invitations.. I'm Lieutenant Bill Powers, Chief of Security, and Second Officer... welcome to Abertura, watch your step... as you may have noticed, we do have Jem'Hadar... ::the lift doors stop and he feels like a tour guide::  CEO/CSO: Beta section is to the left... CBO: Gamma is around the circle...
Host CO_M`Tor says:
::nods:: XO: Before the " fun " begins that would be appropriate.
CSO_Mushgrave says:
CSec:  Thank you... I'm sure we can find our way there from here.. I'm sure you have other duties to attend to.
CBO_Kcirtap says:
:: nods to Bill ::
CEO_Burke says:
CSec: Thanks Chief...  see you around.  ::waves and he heads off to find his quarters::
Host CSec_Powers says:
::Smiles::  All: Remember the dinner in the lounge...
CBO_Kcirtap says:
:: heads for her quarters ::
XO_Azhure says:
::Heads toward the turbolift and turns around.::  CO:  What did Syarta want?
Host CSec_Powers says:
::Heads back towards the C&C to get the others::
CSO_Mushgrave says:
::Sighs and heads for her quarters.::  CEO: So Kieran, what do you think?

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