Host SMDrew says:
Patrolling the Frontier - Mission 23 - 11002.16
Host SMDrew says:
Summary:  The moment is at hand for the Claymore's awayteam to make the last push into the Lothian Central Chamber.  With all electronics in the building taken down with four EMP devices the Lothian's and the awayteam resort to hand to hand combat in the attempt to get Prime Minister Welland to the center of the hall for the Lothian Senate to acknowledge his right to speak...
Host SMDrew says:
****************** Resume Mission ******************
MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Lying unconscious on the floor, slumped against a wall in a darkened corner, the front and back of her uniform both crimson as blood continues to seep from the gaping wound left by the Lothian blade, her palms sliced as well::
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
::Doesn't bother peering out over the top step, just resting his forehead on the third step from the top, listening::
OPS_Ens_Fong says:
::swings the PADD he borrowed from Senn, to type the contract on, hard at someone in the dark::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Keeping her voice as low as possible but loud enough to be heard over the nose of battle::  CMO:  Any specific plan in mind?  Anything among your memories to assist us?
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
::Lifts his head, calling out::  CSO:  Senn!  I need the center of the room clear!  There's a pedestal there I've got to reach!
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::his hand traces away from Raeyld, feeling the warmth of her blood on his hand as it moves from her body back away; he turns back towards the center of the room::
Host PM_Hewm says:
ACTION:  Lothian Elite guards pour into the Central Chamber.  They drop their useless rifles and pull out their 7" daggers.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Reaching for the knife in her pouch, she lifts herself slightly up to get her bearing and where Marcus needed to go.::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::hears Welland's voice, although he's really struggling to piece together what the room -should- look like if it was lit; he gets out of his crouch, heading towards what he thinks is the source of the voice::
Cazc says:
::stands close to the CMO, on the lookout for danger::
OPS_Ens_Fong says:
CMO: How well do they treat prisoners?
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::holds the sword in his left hand, along his leg::
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
OPS:  The more appropriate question to ask would be, "How poorly do they treat prisoners?"  I do not wish to answer either question, for your sake.
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::Looks to Hull and Kizlev, placing her weapon in her good hand::
CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO:  I was afraid of that Captain! ...phasers on stun?
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::continues towards the voices slowly, an intense rage filling his upper chest; he grasps the handle of the sword harder::
Cazc says:
CMO: Doctor, we must move quickly.  ::eyes the Elites surrounding them::

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
CMO:  I think I have a general picture in my mind of where we need to go, but the how, eludes me.  I can see what I think are bodies moving.  :: uncertainty in her voice::  How can they keep fighting when they cannot even see who they are striking?  That is... insane.
OPS_Ens_Fong says:
::hears a booted foot scuff on the stair to his right where he is pretty sure that the CMO and CSO aren’t than swings his PADD blindly again::
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::Nods::  CEO: I think for now that is the most logical choice.  We don't know what we are up against.  There could be Loyalists, senate, our people and others involved.
MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Continues bleeding, silently, stilly::
CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO:  I say we stun everyone, sort them out once the situation has been curtailed
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
::In Lothian::  Cazc:  Patience.  Before we proceed, there are more Federation officers on their way here.  Their weapons should be active.
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
#<CMC_MCPO_Matthews>  ::calves burning and lower back extremely sore, he continues keeping pace with Oley::  PC: How far do you think we are, Staff Sergeant?
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: mutters::  And hopefully their lights.
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
CSO:  Fall back, and be careful.
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
#<PC_SSgt_Oley>  ::shakes his head, not bothering to consult the tricorder::  CMC: You don't want to know, Master Chief.
CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
::sets his phaser accordingly:: CO/CEO: Wide beam is possible. If we're limited to targeted shots, we could be in for a prolonged and very deadly fight.
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
CMO: Commander?
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
#<WO_van Kampen> ::Calls out::  All:  How is everyone holding up?
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::listens intently::
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
XO:  Here, Commander.  Same place.
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
#<RM_LCpl_King>  WO: Damn sir, what the hell do you think? I didn't sign up to run a friggin' marathon and a half...!
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
CEO/CTO: Aye, you are both correct.  We must proceed with caution and try and find Davis and Welland's teams to assist them if possible.
CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO:  Well, if it turns deadly Captain, you are our ::points to Cmdr Kizlev as well as himself:: prime protectorate
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::shifts to his right, moving in that direction and finally making out Welland's form, with others::
Host PM_Hewm says:
<Lothian Guard> ::Rushes to the group of offworlders lifting his rifle over his head before swinging it down at the first person he sees.::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
CMO: If you have any suggestions for an expeditious end to this, I'd love to hear them.
OPS_Ens_Fong says:
::hears movement again and swings the PADD with both arms still blind in the dark room::

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO/CTO:  Ready ::arms his phaser on wide beam stun
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
#<WO_van Kampen>  King:  I only need to know if you're dead or dying, not if you can't hack it, Marine.  ::Grins broadly through thick, gasping breaths::  Not gonna let an old man like me outrun you, are ya?
Cazc says:
::somewhat under his breath:: CMO: Let us hope that they arrive soon.
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::sees something out of the corner of his eye, and instinctively moves between the motion and Welland::
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::Nods to them both and prepares to follow up the stairs.::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
#<WS_Cpl_McMillan>  WO:  OOHRAH Corpsman!
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
::Finally hears footsteps, and raises his head, calling out down the stairwell::  Aloud:  Captain T'Shara, that had better be you down there!  ::Takes his backpack off his shoulders and assumes a defensive stance::
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::arms her phaser as instructed, adjusting her wrist light slightly on her burned arm::
Host PM_Hewm says:
ACTION:  As the rifle impacts the back of Commander Davis his is forces to the ground from the blow.
CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CTO:  Commander, any last instructions...suggestions?
MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Some sort of equilibrium between pain and blood loss seems to be reached, and Raeyld eyes flutter a few times::
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
::In Lothian::  Cazc:  Move out and provide support.  I want an account of all our team members if you can get it.
OPS_Ens_Fong says:
::feels the PADD slice through open air and swears in Ferengi, then swings again::
Host PM_Hewm says:
<Lothian Guard>  ::Raises his rifle again attempting another blow to the now on the ground Davis.::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::slumps to the deck, his rage being met with acute pain in the middle of his back; he tries to crawl forward, but it feels like he's not moving::
CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
CEO: Stay low, take cover, survey the field, identify threats, and retaliate with extreme prejudice.
Cazc says:
CMO: Sir, my orders are quite clear - to provide personal protection for you.  I do not think splitting up would be in your best interests.
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::turns over, unveiling the blade and slashing at the knees of his assailant::
MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Eyes flutter open, as her lips continue to murmur:: ...e'hn cahreen whil.....hassi e'hn cahreen....  ::Her vision begins to clear::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Feels ready to bang her head as she hears only the language of the Lothian and understands none of.  She cannot even make out who was an ally at the moment.::
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::Nods, begins up the stairs slowly, surveying as she goes::  ::Hesitates on responding to Welland not wanting to draw more attention to them as they make their way up the stairs::
Host PM_Hewm says:
<Lothian Guard>  ::Drops to the floor as his knees are sliced open.::

MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Coughs twice, clearing her throat of blood, before her eyes narrow, ears still blind to the noise of the surrounding chaos:: ...vhil.     ::Reaches her bloodied hands out to either side of her as she tries to sit up straighter::
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
::In Lothian::  Cazc:  The Federation officers are at a tactical disadvantage to our people.  They need all the help they can get.  Find them for me, please, and report back quickly.
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
::Grips the strap of his backpack a bit harder as the footsteps continue to grow louder up the stairwell::
CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Climbing the stairs in front of the Captain, giving her cover from direct fire::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::struggles back again, his eyes fixed on the blade and Raeyld's blood on the handle, and his hand::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::looking back at the guard with hatred, he slashes again, this time at the neck and upper torso of the soldier::
Host PM_Hewm says:
<Lothian Guard>  ::Screams in pain as he pulls his dagger out and lunges into Davis, pushing the blade into the man's leg.::
Cazc says:
CMO: Very well, but note that I accept these orders with a cautionary objection.  ::Heads off to find the others::
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
Aloud:  Captain...?  ::Balances a bit on the higher step as he sees the lights approaching::
CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
::is beside the captain, phaser at the ready:: CEO: Take point, enter, move, and engage...
MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Groans as the blood shifts wrongly and her vision begins to fade -- if it's at all noticeable in the dark -- and rests back down against the wall::
OPS_Ens_Fong says:
::can't tell one sound from another in the dark, trying to fight by echolocation is not a skill he is good at.  He swings the PADD once again hoping that it will hit something as he draws himself up to his full height::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
All:  Agh! ::falls back again, kicking wildly at the guard as he tries to back away again, this time not just from the guard himself but the weapon he's tryi-err, hurting, Davis with::
CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CTO:  I just knew that you were going to say that Commander!  ::gets a crazy look on his face as he enters the chamber, firing his phaser at the Lothians as they present themselves to him::
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::Continues following Hull.  Hears Welland's voice and sees a shadow ahead::  CMO: Doctor.
Cazc says:
::stops in his tracks as he sees the lights approach... returns to the CMO's side when he realizes they are the remaining Federation officers::
Host PM_Hewm says:
ACTION:  Two more elite guards rush into the corridor, passing Davis and moving in toward Welland and Fong.
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
::Hears more footsteps...from the opposite direction::
MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Takes a moment to steel herself against the piercing (no pun intended, since she wouldn't know a pun if it hit her upside the head) pain through her upper right chest, and, clenching her teeth, begins to drag her way, inch by inch, around the room, along the floor::
Cazc says:
::steps forward and engages the first Elite, while keeping position so that he is still between the other Elite and the CMO::

CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
::follows in with Hull, sets his phaser to standard narrow beam so he doesn't hit the engineer, and lays down suppressing cover fire::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: With some light, she sees the two rushing and stands up, kicking out at one of them..::
OPS_Ens_Fong says:
::spots enough movement to know that two people are rushing him.  He dives at them arms outstretched shouting something nonsensical.  A moment later he figures out how bad an idea this was::
Host PM_Hewm says:
<Lothian Guard> ::Leaps over Davis and slams against the smaller operations officer.::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::gasps in pain, but tries to control his breathing; he drops the sword, instead grabbing the dagger and unceremoniously yanking it from his leg::
CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Rapid firing of his phaser, duck and cover, tumble saluting and then popping up while firing, then ducking and covering again, popping up and again firing::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Steps back toward the doctor, looking over toward the dias::
Host PM_Hewm says:
ACTION:  The Lothian Elite guard and Fong tumble over the stairwell and down one flight of stairs before coming to a stop.  A large snap can be heard as the Lothian goes limp on top of Fong.
MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Slows her breathing as she inches across the floor, doing all she can to remain coherent...but she pauses, waiting for a moment of overwhelming pain pass::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::rolls to his side, then to his stomach, pushing up and drawing his knees towards his chest, trying to get to his feet so he's not a sitting target::
Cazc says:
::throws hits and attempts to block those coming at him::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
CMO:  Marcus... we need to move... now...
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
::Gets around behind Cazc's assailant and slips his backpack strap over the man's head and around his neck, pulling taut::
OPS_Ens_Fong says:
::looks up at the limp Lothian and swears quietly than tries to shift him::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Turning her dagger, she strikes the guard on the temple:: CMO:  Move forward...
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::Sees the doctor and Senn, and begins firing at the oncoming guards, taking cover the best she can::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::gets back to his feet finally, but he's certainly limping from the stab wound; still, he heads towards Welland, albeit slowly--or slower::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Reaches to grab his arm::  CMO:  Marcus... now... if we stay here, more will die.
Cazc says:
::takes advantage of Welland's distraction and hits the Elite several times in the face and torso::
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
::In Federation Standard::  All:  If you can move, let's move!  ::In Lothian::  Aloud:  Time to go!
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
::Nods to Senn, as he can finally see her now due to the Captain's team's lighting::  CO:  Captain, if I may make a suggestion, I think you three with the active weapons ought to take the point.
Host PM_Hewm says:
ACTION:  As Senn's dagger drops the Lothian guard the familiar orange phaser blast shoots past her striking another Lothian ahead of them.   More blasts continue from behind clearing a path.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Taking cover behind one of the Lothian guards, Hull's targets are getting sparse, he is now firing his phaser with narrow beam::
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
CO:  And, if you have any backups, get them passed out to the others.
MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Is pulled from a moment's mental drifting from the sound of Welland's voice, although the Federation Standard is lost on her at the moment::
Cazc says:
::moves and keeps close to the CMO::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Mutters about that being too close and gently but firmly starts to push Marcus forward::
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::Glances back at Welland as she fires on another guard getting up as her arm gives out she tries again and moves closer::  CMO: Aye, Prime Minister.
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
Cazc:  Good work.  Let's get moving.  ::Starts forward::
CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
::steps around Hull, tapping him lightly on the shoulder as he passes by, then moves from cover to cover methodically, trying to flank one of the pinned-down guards::
OPS_Ens_Fong says:
::kicks and claws at the limp body until he manages to get out from under the man.  He then spends a precious few seconds checking the elite for latinum and taking his dagger, then stands and starts back up the stairs, bloodied PADD in one hand and knife in the other::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::sees T'Shara and Welland conversing, and yet he doesn't feel better about their chances::
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
::Comes up on Davis::  XO:  Commander, you all right?
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
CMO: Unfortunately, doctor what we have in hand is all we were able to retrieve before the Jarrow went down.
MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Begins to foolishly drag herself beneath the feet of the fighting, across the center of the room, toward the source of Welland's voice::
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
CO:  It'll have to do, Captain.
CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Acknowledges Cmdr. Kizlev's presence and movement, watching and firing when a Lothian appears::
Host PM_Hewm says:
::Continues to direct guards into the central chambers towards the offworlders.::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::grimaces::  CMO: No. But Commander Raeyld is in much worse shape...we need to get her and Senn treatment soon.  ::notices Senn is moving uneasily as well::
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::Nods::  CEO/CTO: Come with me we are to take point and get Welland to the center of the chamber.  We are the only ones with active weapons
Host PM_Hewm says:
@<Lothian Loyalists> ::Moves into the capital with his men clearing elite guards as they go.::
OPS_Ens_Fong says:
::trips over a body that wasn't there before, and looks in the phaser-strobed darkness, then says in Ferengi:: Aloud: Who is there?
CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO:  Aye Captain ::walks with her, while scanning the rest of the chamber for hostiles::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Simply shakes her head as they stop for the moment.::  CMO:  It is called a rush... it is what we have at the moment.  Remember?  Make the center and it all stops?

MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Pulls herself along, chanting almost angrily beneath her voice, in rhythm with her movements:: ...hassi t'ehn vhil.....hassi  t'ehn vhill...
CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
::gets close enough to a guard, rushes him, plows his heel into one of his shins, takes his left arms around his neck, points the phaser at his head, and hefts him up to his feet, using the guard as a meat shield::
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
CSO:  Yes, yes...fine.. ::Moves in close formation with the Captain, Kizlev and Hull::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::steps back and grabs the sword, then follows the others::
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
::Seems a tad perturbed, though it's mingled a bit with focus and difficult to detect::
CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
::one more guard nearby takes aim at the CEO, another rushes in and sees Kizlev who then shoots his Lothian hostage, Kizlev returns fire at him, drops the body, then pacifies the remaining sniper::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Ignoring the disgruntlement in his voice, she moves forward, ignoring the shooting pain up her leg::
Cazc says:
::sticks to the formation, on the lookout for danger to the CMO::
Host PM_Hewm says:
<Lothian Guard> ::Sticks his knife into the Lothian Kizlev is holding, then pulls it out, slicing it across Kizlev's arm.::
MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::As she feels someone's boot jumble into her, she reflexively gives them a great push:: ...i't'e'hn vhil..!
CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::glances over at Cmdr. Kizlev, and nods in appreciation of quite possibly saving his life::
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::glances back at her crew and turns her attention at the oncoming noise, without a thought she fires and the body drops in front of them as they hurry past::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::grasps his sword with both hands, hacking at the neck of the guard attacking Kizlev and trying to chop his head clean off::
Host PM_Hewm says:
ACTION:  The Claymore crew moves slowly into the main chamber.  The Lothian Senate looks down on the activity.
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
::In Lothian::  Cazc:  No matter what, you stick close.  Is there anyone else from your detachment remaining?  If so, order them with us.
CAG_FO_Williams says:
@::continues to move into the capital, firing at anything that doesn't look remotely hospitable::
CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
Self: Just like the Aventura mission...only without armor and grenades-- ::didn't see himself get flanked in time to avoid the cut::
Cazc says:
CMO: Understood.
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
CO:  Captain, I'm making my move!  ::Motions to Cazc, and then breaks for the center pillar, dropping his backpack as he arrives and placing his hand on the stone, beginning to turn it::
Host PM_Hewm says:
::Begins moving forward with his guards making their way to the center of the chamber.::
OPS_Ens_Fong says:
::stumbles and finds the floor than hisses back at the body than the sound of the words start to sink in:: MO: Raeyld'i'r vin?
Cazc says:
::runs toward the center of the chamber on Welland's heels::

CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
::grunts aloud in pain as he struggles with the attacking knife guard::
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::motions for Kizlev and Hull to cover him::
CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Fires at the Lothian attacking Kizlev, setting on full, narrow beam::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Covering as best as she cans, she waits for whatever to happen as the stone is being turned.::
CAG_FO_Williams says:
@::squeezes off several rounds at a uniform moving towards them, the third shot drops him... the other six keep him there::
Host PM_Hewm says:
<Senate_Lead_Praz>  ::Stands looking down at the men approaching the center stone.::
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::quickly sets her phaser to narrow beam, and fires on the Lothian guard that lunges for Welland::
CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
::the struggles ends abruptly as the guard gets shot off of him. he gets up and nods to the CEO:: CEO: That makes us even!
CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CTO:  Aye, but whose counting at a time like this ::grins::  Rushes towards Dr. Welland::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::looks at Hull, then looks down and pulls the sword out of the guard::
MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Muttering, as she pushes vainly against the boots:: ....hassi d'e'hn vhil..! Hassi d--  ::Stops as something registers in the brain::   ::In Federation Standard, if heavily accented and slightly woozy-sounding:: OPS: ...Lieutenant?
Host PM_Hewm says:
@<Lothian Loyalists> CAG:  Go with half the men to the Senate building.  The rest of us are moving into the military complex.
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
::Continues turning the stone, preparing to speak::
CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
XO: I see you are getting in touch with your inner barbarian, commander. Good to see you still breathing. ::heads for where the captain and Welland are::
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::Rushes along with Hull to Welland's position dropping another elite with her phaser.::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::hears the word, but similar to his last conversation with Raeyld, they simply don't click with him; he turns, a blank expression in his eyes, and heads towards Welland and the rest of the group::
CAG_FO_Williams says:
@Loyalist: To survival. ::raises an eyebrow, and, response or not, takes off at a full sprint for the senate building... his breathing is a little on the laboured side as his untreated injuries begin to get further aggravated::
Host PM_Hewm says:
::Pauses unsure how the offworlder knows their rituals.::  Senate:  This is an outrage!  I demand these offworlders are arrested for an attempt to disrupt the Lothian government.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
CO:  Captain... good to have you join us.
OPS_Ens_Fong says:
::drops to the ground next to the MO more to avoid a stray weapon blast than anything and says a common phrase in federation standard:: MO: Status report, commander?
Host PM_Hewm says:
ACTION:  As the Prime Minister begins to speak the room starts to quiet.  The Lothian guards begin to back away, their weapons still at the ready, but there is no attempt to continue attacking.
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
::In Lothian, while glaring at Hume::  Senate:  I am Prime Minister Welland.  ::Looks up, to Praz::  Praz:  I request to be recognized.
Cazc says:
::doesn't relax as the Lothian guards back away::
MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Her voices strangely pleading, sounding, or as if she's explaining something urgently:: OPS: ...hassi e'hn cahreen vhil! Fasse sr't'e'hn---::Coughs, a little more blood seeping from her lips:: --lerhn vhil hassi...?
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: understanding nothing but the others are backing off, she stands up a bit straighter, keeping an eye on them.::
CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
::notes Davis' combat high, a look and focus he himself once carried as a rookie constantly on edge during the Dominion War, the look when a man loses a small part of his heart to the travails of war::
CAG_FO_Williams says:
@::can see the senate building in the distance, and increasing his pace, starts to pull away from his group::
Host PM_Hewm says:
<Senate_Lead_Praz> ::Continues to look down at the man.::  CMO:  You claim to be Prime Minister, yet the Lothian government has a Prime Minister of our own blood.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Able to focus a bit more on those around her, she notes the chief and gives him a weak smile.::
Host PM_Hewm says:
Senate:  Lies!  These people are working with the Lothian Loyalists.  They only wish to continue the war to undermine our government.
CAG_FO_Williams says:
@::setting his weapon to full power as he draws closer, the second he's in range he opens fire on the building's entrance, and anything remotely hostile outside it::
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
::Continues turning the stone, speaking in Lothian::  Praz:  He may be of our own blood, but as you must well know, he is not of our rightful line of succession.
Host PM_Hewm says:
ACTION:  Weapons fire can be heard from outside the Central Chambers.
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
::Extremely wary of his Lothian pronouns as he continues to speak, not willing to let them portray him as some sort of outsider::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::finally comes to a standing position, listening to the presumably Lothian gibberish::
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::Watches Welland and nods slightly to Senn::  ::Listens to Welland speak to the senate, stays alert and watches as the guards stand down slightly.::
Host PM_Hewm says:
<Senate_Lead_Praz> PM_Hewm:  Our laws are equal to one and all.  There is no proof of your claims.   CMO:  Our line of succession was lost with our last Prime Minister.
CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Standing by his Captain, assuring her safety, scanning the Central Chamber for any threat::
CAG_FO_Williams says:
@::squeezes down the trigger as he draws nearer, and unloads a continuous stream of weapons fire on the building's entrance... he'll either blow it open or set the thing ablaze... either works, in his book::
Host PM_Hewm says:
Senate:  I strongly protest.  Until we can investigate this further I want these offworlders arrested.
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::Hears the weapons fire, her hand on her phaser at ready::
OPS_Ens_Fong says:
::looks over the MO's bloodied body trying to find the injury.:: MO: Cohln?  ::listens to the suddenly quieter sounds of battle, the CMO's continued speech, and he quietly hopes that they won:: Aloud: Medic!

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::while scanning the room, his eyes meet a familiar face, it was Senn Eris, he finds himself just staring at her, then smiles at her::
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
Praz:  Then allow me to offer proof.  ::Barely glances to Hewm as he continues turning the stone::
CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
::takes a position near the source of the shooting, his phaser back to wide beam stun::
OPS_Ens_Fong says:
::rises to a knee and glances around the dark room still unable to see much::
MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Her eyes seem to wander a moment, then refocus on Fong, something resembling a smile crossing her lips, as her hand drifts to the bloodied mess on the front of her uniform:: OPS: Fhaen.  ::Her hand rests over the torn uniform and parted flesh over the upper right quadrant of her thoracic cavity, a few centimeters beneath her collarbone::
Host PM_Hewm says:
CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
<Senate_Lead_Praz>  CMO: And what proof can you supply this senate.
CAG_FO_Williams says:
@::gains entry to the building, still firing at anything that moves slightly aggressively::
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::Takes a stand as the words come out of Pewn's mouth about arresting them::
Host PM_Hewm says:
Senate:  Praz, this is an outrage.  These things should not be given a chance to stain this chamber.
Host PM_Hewm says:
<Senate_Lead_Praz> PM_Hewm:  You will silence.
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
::Continuing in Lothian::  Praz:  I have met former Prime Minister Drizik, and he conferred the title upon me, as well as his memories.
CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
*CSO*:  ::whispering:: Senn, are you OK? 
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
::Looks to Hewm::  Hewm:  Of what have you to be afraid?  If I am false, I will be discovered, as are all those who masquerade as entities they are not.  Praz:  Thank you, Senator.  ::Continues turning the stone, feeling a bit wearied by it by this point::
OPS_Ens_Fong says:
::Puts a hand over the MO's chest than has the brains to check the back.  He puts pressure on the wound and hisses:: MO: Vil ahrivace!  ::Then he turns his head and says with more than a bit of urgency:: Aloud: MEDIC!
CAG_FO_Williams says:
@::continues to make his way quickly towards the chamber, his footsteps coming slightly heavier as a combination of fatigue and woundedness begin to catch up with him::
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
::Turns sharply as Fong calls for a medic, nearly falling over as he continues to turn the stone, then blinks and swallows once, refocusing::
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
::Mutters under his breath in Lothian, his heartbeat quickening::
Host PM_Hewm says:
<Senate_Lead_Praz> ::Moves down the stairs to the central chambers and moves close to Welland.::   CMO:  If you are the true prime minister, then you will of course know my place in this senate.
CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
::takes a moment to check his arm as he sees blue blood staining the right sleeve of his gold duty shirt:: Self: Hopefully he missed an artery...doesn't look too bad. ::winces at the sting of the wound as he pulls up the sleeve, then looks up at Fong::::
Host PM_Hewm says:
<Senate_Lead_Praz> ::Offers his hand to Welland.::

CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
::In Lothian::  Praz:  You are of course Lead Senator, friend Praz.  ::Continues pushing with his left hand, and extends his right to Praz::
CAG_FO_Williams says:
@::continues running chamberwards, firing at anyone who even twitches their weapon in his direction... this is all combat instinct now::
Host PM_Hewm says:
ACTION:  As the two men shake hands blood begins to run from Welland nose.
MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Growing hazy again, as the blood-loss/pain balance is shifted, she rests her hand over the Ferengi's with a moment's squeeze:: OPS: ...hassi pahlian....lassal ahri'pahlian.  Shhh....
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Whatever is going to happen, she hopes it happens soon.::
Host PM_Hewm says:
::Draws his side arm and aims it at Welland's head.::   Outloud:  For the Contingency!!
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::Glances at Hull, then over to Davis.  Her attention quickly drawn back to Welland as one of the senate members takes his hand and blood is seen coming from Welland.  She attempts to move closer::
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
::Lowers his head slightly as he feels the warm trickle from his nose::
Cazc says:
::charges at Hewm::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::doesn't realize what's going on at first, but he's startled into action as he too follows T'Shara's lead and rushes in::
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::Takes aim at Hewn and fires without warning::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Hearing the yell, she turns toward the man, seeing the weapon and starts to move toward Marcus::
CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Himself::  What the....::starts moving toward Dr. Welland::
CAG_FO_Williams says:
@::continues closing on the chamber, discharging a few more shots here and there::
OPS_Ens_Fong says:
::holds his hands in place and doesn’t look up. He doesn’t take the moment to translate but simply says in Ferengi:: Griss na LA.
CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
::had his phaser on Hewn, but lowers it, the incident over by T'Shara's hand as soon as it began, then sighs::
Host PM_Hewm says:
ACTION:  Hewn is blown back by T'Shara's phaser shot.  He stumbles back, drawing the weapon up once again.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: At the sound of phaser fire, noting it is theirs, she turns toward Marcus to see the blood::  CMO:  Are you alright?
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
::Looks back up again at the commotion::  Praz:  Be careful!  ::Half-crouches, but doesn't let go of the stone or stop turning it::
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::Her phaser still focused on Hewn she quickly changes the settings and fires again moving between him and Welland::
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
::In Federation Standard::  CSO:  I...I think so.  It's just a nose bleed.
Host PM_Hewm says:
<Senate_Lead_Praz> ::Lets go then turns, stepping in-between Hewm and Welland.::

CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
::assesses Hewm's resiliency, and fires his own stun shot to compliment T'Shara's second blast::
MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Her eyes start to close as things become cloudy, but they pop open again by the sheer imperative force of the Ferengi's last word, fixing on Fong for the moment, questioningly::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Simply nods her head::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::startled again by the energy discharges, he ultimately comes to a halt as the militant is shot from several directions::
Host PM_Hewm says:
ACTION:  Hewn disintegrates in a orange glow the burnt stain on the back wall of the central chambers is all that remains.
CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Hull runs over to Hewn putting himself between Hewm and Welland, Isaac covers his eyes as Hewn disintegrates::
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
::In Lothian::  Praz:  Senator...who was that man...?
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: With a bunch of people now standing in front of her as they protect Marcus, she is unable to see what is going on at the moment.::
CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
::looks away from the mess and shakes his head:: Self: A galaxy full of madness...it never seems to end.
Host PM_Hewm says:
<Senate_Lead_Praz>  Outloud:  I hereby place Prime Minister Welland in command of the Lothian Government.   He is the true successor to the Lothian Government.  As Senate Lead, we will adjourn to private chambers and continue the initiation ceremony.
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::Ignoring the throbbing in her arm as she hit it on the way to Welland. She watches as the Lothian disintegrates in front of her::
CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Looking back at where Hewn used to be, Isaac rushes over to Senn, her right uniform pant leg is bloody, he starts first aid::
OPS_Ens_Fong says:
::without looking away he continues in Ferengi.:: MO: Oona, hans lizs.  ::He then shouts at the top of his lungs in Federation Standard:: Aloud: NOW!  MEDIC!
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::Turns to Welland:: CMO: Doctor are you all right?
Host PM_Hewm says:
ACTION:  The Lothian senate stands and begins to leave the upper level.
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
::Stands upright again, stopping and standing upright, and pinching his nostrils shut::  CO:  I'm unhurt.
CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CSO:  Eris, you're injured! ::rips her pant leg open to inspect the wound near her shin::
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::Glances up at the sound of the spectators begin to stand and leave::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Tenses as the senate stands, not knowing what is going on, she looks to see the chief pulling out his first aid kit and he is not perturbed::  CEO:  It will need more then we have at the moment.
CAG_FO_Williams says:
::moves quickly for the stairs, and up them, amidst 200 Lothian guards::
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
::Looks around as Fong's call register's again::  OPS:  Fong!  Where?  Where do you need a medic?

Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
CMO: Very well, Doctor.  What is next?
MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::"Shhh..."'s Fong once more, trailing off as she loses consciousness once more::
CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
::goes over to the captain and Welland's side, gazing at the doctor whose contact with the former Prime Minister lead to this day of violence and intrigue::
MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Falls limp in the pool of red::
OPS_Ens_Fong says:
::keeps the pressure steady:: Self: Debt-lastianfurnonianowngasstraks CMO: Here...
Host Praz says:
CMO:  Prime Minister, we have much to do.  Shall we continue the attacks on Lothian Minor?  And should we postpone the missile strikes?
Cazc says:
::moves back to the CMO's side, still alert, even though the excitement appears to be over::
CAG_FO_Williams says:
::doesn't immediately see anyone he recognizes, but notes the lack of fighting so stands down, slowly::
CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
::follows Welland over to where Fong and Serena are, his eyes widen with what he sees has become of her::
CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
::In Lothian, pointedly:: Praz:  I call for an immediate cease-fire.  The missiles must be deactivated.
Host Praz says:
CMO:  As you wish.
CAG_FO_Williams says:
::begins to take notice of a small gathering around Welland, and makes his way over there::
Host Praz says:
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