Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Resume USS Andromeda Fleetwide Part 2 10608.13
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Scene: The newly Christened USS Andromeda Flagship of the Fourth Fleet is at Starbase One
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<Comm> Incoming Orders to Captain
CO_Capt_Sketek says:
::Picks up the incoming transmission::
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Action: The Executive Officer has just returned from vacation and has arrived in the shuttlebay
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
::in Sickbay, going over the list of the crew that require immediate physicals::
FCO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Sits at the helm, pressing some buttons::
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
Self: Today is a fine day to be back!
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Scene: The Andromeda is ordered to meet with the USS Sharakhr with two escort ships for the signing of a treaty with the Amenti
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
::goes to TL and orders it to deck one::
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
::calls one of the medical techs to her office::
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Walks into sickbay with her arms full of plants.::
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
::::hands the med tech several padds and orders him to pass them among the staff to begin calling in physicals::
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
<Background Data on PADD> The Amenti are a new race who will be joining the Federation officially, there will be a significant number of ships at the signing point, as Flagship the Andromeda is ordered to provide security and supprt
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
::looks over the med techs shoulder at the woman entering Sickbay with plants in her arms::
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
::Leaves the TL and enter the Bridge, walks towards the CO::
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Makes her way to the doctors office as she sees someone coming out.:::
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
Medtech: Dismissed.
CO_Capt_Sketek says:
FCO: We received an order to meet with other Federation vessels near Klingon space.
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
::stands at attention:: CO: Captain, Cmdr Z'heta reporting in for duty, Sir!
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
CIV: Good day.
CO_Capt_Sketek says:
XO: Welcome back, Commander.
Dirk_Pitt says:
::Sitting in the lounge, looking at all the people coming in and going out, patiently waiting for the ship to depart and to write a good story.::
CO_Capt_Sketek says:
XO: We're about to begin a new mission so your arrival was well timed.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Steps out of the way as the tech passes by her.:: CMO: Hello doctor.  I was going through the hydroponics lab and found plants more suited for decoration then eating or experimentation.  I was wondering if you would like a few of them?
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
CO: Thanks you, Captain, good to be back ::maintains standing at attention::
CO_Capt_Sketek says:
FCO: The coordinates were also transmitted. Begin plotting a course.
CO_Capt_Sketek says:
XO: At ease.
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Action: The Andromeda has cleared Starbase One, two escort Defiants flank the Andromeda the "Hercules" and the "Titan"
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
CIV: They are lovely, of course we can use them, although I must admit to having a black thumb when it comes to plants, they tend to die when I touch them ::smiles;:
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
CO: Aye aye, Sir. ::takes his place and sits::
FCO_LtJG_Nelson says:
CO: Aye aye captain. ::Begins plotting the coordinates.::
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Action: The FCO receives encoded co-ordinates from SFCommand for the signing point
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
::reads the info on his console regarding the current mission::
CO_Capt_Sketek says:
XO: Since we're now the flagship, we have the two escorting under our command. Inform them of our flight plan and destination.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
CMO: There are enough ensigns around the labs who could work on helping you keep your plants alive. :: Puts a few on the desk carefully, so as not to drop the lot.::  I have more, these were just the ones I liked the best and looked the healthiest.  You may have some of these, all of these or others...?
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
CO: right away, sir.
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
::spreads her hands:: CIV: I truthfully don't know one plant from another, so any you think would look good here or in Sickbay ......::laughs:: You decide.
FCO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Turns to the CO.:: CO: Coordinates laid in.
CO_Capt_Sketek says:
FCO: Prepare to ignite our warp engines in two minutes.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
CMO: Plants are like animals in you chose them for the personalities that fit you best.  We can do these for now and change them later :: Smiles:: If they are still alive.  :: Motions her hand to include all of sickbay as well as the office.::  Do you have a preference?
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Scene: The curve of the Earth casts a soft blue glow on the Andromeda's hull as the sun breaks across the atmosphere casting a long shadow from the moon
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
CIV: No, I don't have any preference,
CO_Capt_Sketek says:
*Shipwide* The Andromeda will now leave the Earth and take a diplomatic mission in the systems of the Amenti civilization.
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
FCO: Please open an audio channel to the Defiants, please.
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
::looks up and listens::
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
::looks at CIV:: CIV: let's hope this is a quiet diplomatic mission.
FCO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Nods:: CO: Aye aye captain. ::Starts the procedure to prepare the warp engines and at the same time opens an audio channel to the defiants.:: XO: Channel open sir.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
CMO: I have a bit of a background on them... this is more a wait and see mission I think.  ::shakes her head::  Do not mind me.  Sometimes I can be a bit pessimistic about things.
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
<EMH> ::wanders around Sickbay::
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
FCO: Thank you.  COM:Defiants: Greetings! This is Cmdr Z'heta of the USS Andromeda. You should be receiving
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
our flight plan.
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
::presses button::
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
<join sentences>
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
CIV: I would appreciate anything you have on the Amenti.
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
<Escorts> Comm: USS Andromeda we are in formation and awaiting instructions
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
::looks over her shoulder at the EMH and sighs::
CO_Capt_Sketek says:
FCO: Engage our warp engines.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Motions toward the doctors computer::  CMO: May I?
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
CIV: Yes, of course.  Would you excuse me for a moment?
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
<EMH> ::pulls out yo-yo::
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Nods as she moves around the desk to log in.::
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
::Exits her office and stands behind the EMH::
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
<EMH> CMO: Are you ill? Please lie on the biobed
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
Computer: Discontinue EMH.
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
Comm: Escorts: Acknowledged.  Just follow or lead, according to the flight plan.  Andromeda out.
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
<EMH> CMO: Maybe I can help you with........................
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
:;dusts hands off as the EMH disappears::
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Reads through the info the computer pulls up as she waits the doctors return:: The Amenti Ward is a socio-political organization based in the Alpha Quadrant. The chief race is the Amenti and has been known to the Federation for over sixty years. Formal relations began twelve years ago.
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Scene: The Defiants fall into flanking positions awaiting the Andromeda's jump to warp
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
::enters her office::
FCO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Presses a few buttons and acknowledges the CO.:: CO: Here goes sir. ::Presses the main button.::
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
::signals the FCO to close the channel and makes sure the flight plan was sent::
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
::Walks behind the CIV and reads over her shoulder::
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Glances up and then with a smile, returns to pulling up data.::
FCO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Closes the channel and waits for the pretty sight of the starts shooting by on the viewscreen.::
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
CO: Captain, the escorts are ready to follow us.
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Action: The Andromeda's warp core sends plasma into the warp coils tapping the M/AM reaction, a cochrane field is developed bending space time and the Andromeda jumps into warp space in a rainbow of colors once again proving that faster than light travel is possible
CO_Capt_Sketek says:
XO: We already entered warp so they should just follow.
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
CO: True.
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Action: The Defiants enter warp space in flanking positions in sync with their Flagship
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
CO: Captain, How have you been these few months?  everything fine with you, Sir?
CO_Capt_Sketek says:
*CEO* Check our weapons and defenses.
CO_Capt_Sketek says:
*CEO* One of our assigned tasks is to provide security for other ships and there might alien technology against us.
CEO_LT_Conor says:
*CO* I understand sir
CEO_LT_Conor says:
::Begins running diagnostics on all offensive and defensive systems::
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
CMO: Now... this is broken down into various areas.  Government & Politics, Cultures and Language &Technology and Military.  Do you have a preference?
CO_Capt_Sketek says:
XO: I've been fine. The ship has been more quiet in the recent past but now it's again a lot more crowded.
CO_Capt_Sketek says:
XO: Speaking of that, I recall there was a new officer assigned here and I still have her situation unresolved.
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
CO: glad to hear that, Captain.
CO_Capt_Sketek says:
*CIV* Report to Captain's office.
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
CIV: Can you give me a overall look at them? Plus give me an in-depth study into their health systems and culture?
CO_Capt_Sketek says:
XO: I'll be in my office. You have the bridge.
Dirk_Pitt says:
::Begins to get a little anxious to get a story out and gets up from his chair, walking around and looking for an officer to talk to.::
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
CO: Really?  The CIV?
CEO_LT_Conor says:
*CO*: All systems report fully operational
CO_Capt_Sketek says:
XO: Yes, the CIV.
CO_Capt_Sketek says:
::Nodding as he walks away::
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
CMO: Let me see... I guess we can start at the beginning with their government and politics.
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Action: All communication channels seem to be buzzing about the new Amenti joining
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
::stands:: CO: Understood.  ::sits down in the CO's chair::
CO_Capt_Sketek says:
*CEO* Excellent.
CO_Capt_Sketek says:
::enters the office and waits for the CIV::
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
|1| Government & Politics
	
The Amenti's range of claimed space stretches nearly seventy light-years, which includes thirty colonized worlds and four member species - including the Amenti themselves.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
The Ward is a representative democracy with appointees from each member race sitting on a voting parliamentary government with offices on each colonized world.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
The head of the Amenti is known as the Herald and is elected out of the parliamentary body for a five (standard solar) year term.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
Serious about their internal security, trading with the Amenti is conducted with designated planets and installations on the outskirts of their territory and transported to their core worlds by their own vessels to secure the location of important worlds from outside observation and travel.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
The Ward's borders include a few races that are not actually part of the Amenti government itself (non-integrated into their culture or under their governmental authority).
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
CMO: That is all there is on that topic.
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
FCO: Do you have an ETA, Lieutenant?
Dirk_Pitt says:
::Stops to listen to the channels about the new Amenti joining and the news so far.::
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Action: Starfleet seems to be particularly curious about this new race
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
CIV: a little paranoid, aren't they?  Isolationists?
FCO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::presses even more buttons.:: XO: Calculating sir.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
CMO: Yes and... did I hear my name called a moment ago?
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Action: Time passes and everyone on the crew can know what the CIV has posted about the Amenti
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
CIV: I didn't hear anything, might have been too involved readying this. ::points::
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Nods and continues pulling up data.::
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
|2| Culture & Language
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
The culture of the main Amenti race is mostly caste-divided, but not rigidly so. Amenti of similar family connections, beliefs and abilities tend to congregate in specific castes that fill roles in their society. Shifts in castes are not frequent, but accomplished without difficulty and does not violate the Federation's protocols for sentient right
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
and social equality.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
Spanning several dozen light-years, the Ward has more than one language in regular use with three official languages and numerous dialects. In anticipation of their integration into the Federation, Amenti schools have begun to teach Federation Standard to their children.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
Amenti artwork and music is considered an acquired taste by many.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
CMO: That is it for that section... and now for the last one.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
3| Technology & Military
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
Amenti technology is high-order, in many ways equivalent of that in possession of the Federation with several key technologies that look promising - including energy distribution, agricultural and communications knowledge.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
Their military technology is similarly advanced, in some ways on par with what is currently in operation with Starfleet and Federation member world's individual defensive forces.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
The Amenti are not warlike, but frequent surges in conflict with the residents of the Sanctum have made a large military necessary. The Amenti possess a standing military of nearly fifteen-hundred long-range capital and support vessels, plus a fighting force of three million armed troops of various services.
FCO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Looks up from his console.:: XO: Sir, our ETA is 2 days.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
CMO: This last was someone in the upper echelon's conclusion.
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
CIV: Sanctum?
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
ah
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: nods::
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
The Amenti are considered to be a valuable future asset to the Federation, and in the aftermath of the Dominion War it's been decided to fast-track their membership. Outside of their long feud with the Synod of the Sanctum, the Amenti do not have any serious political conflicts with any major powers. In fact, they possess a strong trading relations
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
with the Klingon Empire and Gorn Hegemony. 

Amenti membership in the Federation is a foregone conclusion and is expected to be completed in the near future.
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
CIV: their military is impressive
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
FCO: OK.  If we need, we'll just ask or good CEO to give some extra power to the warp coil.  ::winks::
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Nods:: CMO:  Here is the data about their appearance as well as their medical norms.
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
::nods::
CO_Capt_Sketek says:
*CIV* Report to Captain's office.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
Appearance: Generally tall and slim, with long limbs and pale skin. Medial crest of hair covering the scalp, merging with a mane that covers the back of the neck, shoulders and upper chest.
FCO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Smiles.:: XO: For some reason sir, I hope we will. But I believe we will make excellent time if we can keep this trip uneventful.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
CMO: Darn... I know now I am being paged and hope I did not miss it earlier.
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
CIV: If you have any problem with the CO, just have him give me a call
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
FCO: I expect so, Nelson.  So, what do you think of the Amenti?
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
CIV: I'll cover for you.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
CMO: I leave you with the rest... and I will see you later. :: pauses at exiting her door::  Don't do anything with the plants other then place them.  I will assign someone to helping you.
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
CIV: Thank you.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
*CO*: This is Doctor Storm.  I am on my way.
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Action: Long Range Sensors detect the USS Sharikhir a Norway Class starship with a significant number of escort ship at the edge of sensors it will take about a day to reach them
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Smiling, heads out of sickbay and for the bridge.::
FCO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Shrugs a little:: XO: Well, I do believe they would be a good addition to the federation. I would most certainly like to have a little peek at their fleet and perhaps a few ships.
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
::sits down in the vacated chair and reads more on the Amenti's medical  info::
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
::looks up from the screen to see what her staff is doing::
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: As the lift stops, she steps onto the bridge, noting where the ready room doors are and heads toward it.
Dirk_Pitt says:
::A grin appears on his face and he walks out of the lounge, again pursuing his search for an officer.::
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
FCO: So would I!  and at their weapons as well.  I'm just a bit concerned about these castes...
Host Captain_Sea says:
::sitting in his quarters wondering how the signing will go::
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Lightly taps the doors chimes.::
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
::smiles as she checks the schedule and notes that the list of physicals are dwindling::
CO_Capt_Sketek says:
::Opens the door::
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Looks up into the serious face of the captain and nods a greeting.::  CO: Sir.
FCO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::turns around a little:: XO: Why's that sir?
Host Captain_Sea says:
Scene: According to the data the Amenti are a significant military power although they are not warlike
Host Captain_Sea says:
Action: Large alien warship detected at the extreme of sensor range
CO_Capt_Sketek says:
CIV: You reported to me once but I was then unaware of your transfer orders. I tried looking for them but did not find them.
CO_Capt_Sketek says:
CIV: Now, I'm not accusing anyone of anything but I'd just like to know who assigned you and what role you where assigned on this ship.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
CO: They should be in the ships records.  I can go to my quarters and retrieve them for you if you wish...
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
::returns to reading all the information about the Amenti::
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
FCO: I just don't think that castes make a fair society...  The klingon House way is so much different...
CO_Capt_Sketek says:
CIV: Well, could you just give me a quick description?
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
FCO: Yellow allert!  Scan the ship.  *CO*Captain Sketek to the bridge, please
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
CO: I am Lieutenant Storm.  I am more of a... transient officer.  I am officially assigned to Admiral Harlan's team and I go where ever she sends me, depending on the needs of the ship and the situation.
CO_Capt_Sketek says:
CIV: I understand. ::Sees the lights flashing:: Excuse me.
CO_Capt_Sketek says:
::Enters the bridge::
Host Captain_Sea says:
Action: Yellow alert Klaxon goes off all beta shifts activated bridge deflector activated, phasers on standby
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Nods following him onto the bridge, but remaining near the readyroom door.::
FCO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Nods:: XO: I can find myself agreeing to that, but I do believe that the decision to join the federation would have been a general decision, not just of a few. That will make things a little easier for us, would it not be?
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
::raises:: CO: You have the bridge, Sir.  We detected a warship.
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
::Stands and goes into Sickbay from her office::
Host Captain_Sea says:
Action: Warship is at the extreme of sensor range, unknown and stationary
Dirk_Pitt says:
::While walking through the corridors, he hears the klaxon and looks around.::
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
Sickbay Staff: Please make sure Sickbay is prepped for Yellow Alert.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Curious, moves toward the auxiliary station and pulls up the sensor data.::
Host Captain_Sea says:
Action: Defiant escorts report sensor contact with warship as well
Host Captain_Sea says:
Scene: No sensor data reported too far out
CO_Capt_Sketek says:
XO: Have you identified the ship?
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Notes that the ship is too far for any identification.::
FCO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::Quickly turns towards his console again and notices the ship too. Unfortunately out of sensor scan range.::
CO_Capt_Sketek says:
FCO: I was not aware that such a ship should be here but we should proceed on the course neverthless.
FCO_LtJG_Nelson says:
::nods while staying focussed on his console.:: CO: Aye aye sir.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Looks over toward the FCO whom she had briefly spoken to after the signing.::
CMO_Cmdr_Slater says:
::downloads the rest of the info onto a PADD::
CO_Capt_Sketek says:
FCO: Record the sensor scans of that ship to a special file. Although the readings are very inaccurate, let's not discard any data we got.
Host Captain_Sea says:
Action: The Commanding Officer elects to stay on course to the signing and the Andromeda arrives at the signing without incident, a truly grand event
Host Captain_Sea says:
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