Star Trek: A Call To Duty
SD 11303.21 - Mission 29 

Starring: 
Andrew James		as	Ship Manager (SM)
				[NPC]	Armus 
				
Rob Wright		as	[CO] 	Captain A'an Selzah
Aoibhe Ní 		as	[XO] 	Lt. Commander Kesh' Suder

Einar Sigurðsson 	as	[CEO]	Lieutenant Anthony “Tony” Adalberto
Sophie Wakeling	as	[OPS]	Ensign Torel Alena
CJ Short		as	[CTO] 	Lieutenant, Junior Grade Henry James Sumner
Gina Toye		as	[TO]	Ensign Shabella Koraz

Lilia Perfeito		as	[CSO] 	Ensign Arya Ix
Neil Cole		as	[CMO]	Ensign Zefram DuPont

Absent: 

The Black Death, Part 3

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CEO_Lt_Adalberto says:
::stands by the secondary controls just outside the forcefield, observing the events and mourning the loss of his two engineers::

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Is on the bridge, looking at her console::

Host Andrew says:
ACTION: Engineering is exposed to the vacuum of space, sucking out the intruder and the engineer on the wrong side of the forcefields.

CEO_Lt_Adalberto says:
::gasps as the warp core ejection hatch is opened and the area opened to space, then looks over as one more colleague is killed:: Self: NO!

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Looks at the screen, and then around the bridge at her fellow officers::

CEO_Lt_Adalberto says:
::tries to stop the process::

Host Andrew says:
ACTION: The CEO re-seals Engineering but the damage has been done.

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
~~~XO:It's done Commander.~~~

CEO_Lt_Adalberto says:
::screams in frustration and kicks the console as he was too late::

TO_Ens_Koraz says:
::is by ME watching events unfold::

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::Coughs slightly, still feeling the effects of choking on Vro-mus.::  *OPS*:  Scan the fake Armus, I want to know if its dead.

Host XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::lets the hand she has resting on the CO's arm drop as she watches the entity get sucked out into the void of space. Hears the CEO and glances back at him, watching him::

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Is still feeling calm, as she looks at her sensor readings:: *CO*: Our scans confirm that it is dead Captain

TO_Ens_Koraz says:
Self: Well that was rather interesting

CEO_Lt_Adalberto says:
Out loud: Who the HELL gave the order to kill more of my people? ::turns around to face the Captain::

Host XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
CEO: Watch your tone, Lt. ::keeps her eyes on him::

TO_Ens_Koraz says:
::Hears the CEO and turns to look at him, thinking that this is about to get more eventful::

CTO_Lt_Sumner says:
::steps off the Turbolift onto a disturbingly quiet bridge:: OPS: What'd I miss?

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
CEO:  I did, if Armus compromised the ship....and I don't know about you, but I'd say that was pretty damn compromised.

CEO_Lt_Adalberto says:
::sets his jaw and makes fists with his hands::

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
CTO: The long or the short?

CEO_Lt_Adalberto says:
CO: If you had told me I could have saved Jackson!

CTO_Lt_Sumner says:
OPS: Short.

TO_Ens_Koraz says:
::is ready to step in if things get out of hand but for the mean time she watches::

Host XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::taps her comm badge:: *OPS*: Acknowledged, Ensign. ::pauses, the situation crushing her:: OPS: Good work. ::doesn't sound like she means it::

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Takes a quick breathe:: CTO: Vroa pretending to be Armus infiltrated ME.  Swallowed the captain for a bit, and so I followed orders to expose him to space. ::Takes a moment::

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
CTO: Armus, or who ever he was, killed several engineers.  And I killed one who couldn't get to the forcefield in time.

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
CEO:  I was choking on Armus at the time Lieutenant, and considering we had no way of containing that thing, I wasn’t going to risk loosing the entire crew.  Its not what I wanted, but there it is.  With Armus telepathic abilities, anyone without defences could have tipped it off. Now, lets finish this damn thing once and for all!

CEO_Lt_Adalberto says:
::turns to the console and re-pressurizes Main Engineering and then drops the forcefield::

CTO_Lt_Sumner says:
::nods some, understanding all the grim faces now:: OPS: Did it work?

CEO_Lt_Adalberto says:
::turns to face the Captain, for a moment he considers striking the Bajoran down, but moves for the exit instead::

TO_Ens_Koraz says:
CO: Sir I really think you should get yourself checked over by a medic

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Nods back::  CTO: Not sure if Adalberto will forgive me though.  ::watches the viewscreen showing ME::

TO_Ens_Koraz says:
::watches the CEO::

Host XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::feels the rush of air as the forcefield drops, watches the CEO go, and turns to the CO:: CO: I'll speak to him later. ::referring to his outburst::

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::turns to the XO.:: Finish up down here, I'm heading to the bridge to make sure its dead.  I want to get our people back for burial if nothing else.

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::Turns and walks out of engineering and to the TL, not waiting for any acknowledgement.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::nods grimly:: CO: yessir. ::voice quiet::

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Gestures for Henry to join her behind the console::  CTO: Confirm for me that the creature is dead.  I don't quite believe it, or at least trust the readings

CTO_Lt_Sumner says:
::moves by Alena, setting his own stuff aside for a moment and putting a hand on her shoulder:: OPS: He'll understand; maybe not right away, but in time, he'll know you had no choice.

Host XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::watches the CO go, takes a few steps into Engineering, leans against the Warp Core's guard rail and sighs, taking a moment::

TO_Ens_Koraz says:
:shakes her head:: Self: Maybe I’m dead ... and no one can see .. ::thinks about shouting hellllooooo but thinks better of it and leaves ME::

CTO_Lt_Sumner says:
::nods some and moves towards the console, the interface seeming foreign to him for a moment::

CEO_Lt_Adalberto says:
::watches A'an leave, and re-enters Main Engineering, heading straight for the master controls::

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Looks up at the taller officer, and shrugs slightly:: CTO: It was an order, and one I didn't think was wrong.  The few for the many comes to mind

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::Steps into the TL and waits for the door to close before slumping against the wall, head first.:: Self: Damn.

CTO_Lt_Sumner says:
::glances over to her again, offering a brief, spiritless smile before scanning the fake Armus::

TO_Ens_Koraz says:
::sees the CEO enter back in to ME and sighs and makes her way to some TL somewhere not rushing::

CEO_Lt_Adalberto says:
::nods at Koraz silently, then watches Suder by the railing:: XO: I'm about to bring everything back online. Are you sure you want to stand there?

Host XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::runs her fingers through her hair, thinking as she stares into the warp core::

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::Fights back his anger and disgust. pulling himself back up and takes a deep breath, Straightening his soiled uniform. as the door opens.::  OPS:  Report...

TO_Ens_Koraz says:
::Stops to talk to Security ::

CTO_Lt_Sumner says:
OPS: Definitely dead.

Host XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::glances back, snapping out of her thoughts. Spots CEO and twitches a half a smile before pushing off the rail and stepping back::

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Gently places her hand on his arm in acknowledgement of his own situation, before looking at the console with him::  CTO: Looks like there is some equipment with the body?  Maybe we could salvage it?

CTO_Lt_Sumner says:
OPS: Worth a try. ::glances to the Captain::

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Looks up as the CO enters the bridge, and repeats the information to him::

CEO_Lt_Adalberto says:
::brings all main systems back online:: XO: If you don't mind, I have a lot to work to do.

TO_Ens_Koraz says:
::Makes her way to the TL::

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
OPS: Scan it and see if we can recover our dead.  Then take a sample of that...thing for Starfleet intell. Maybe we can find something out about them, how they could mimic something like Armus.  Prophets help us if we end up facing an army of those things...or worse.

Host XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::watches the CEO for a brief moment:: CEO: Of course. ::sighs, looks around:: CEO: Find me later. We have letters to write.

CTO_Lt_Sumner says:
::taps his combadge:: *TO*: You still around, Koraz?

CEO_Lt_Adalberto says:
XO: I can do those myself....sir.

CEO_Lt_Adalberto says:
::looks back down at his controls::

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Nods:: CO: I'll work on it Captain.  The kill has been confirmed.

TO_Ens_Koraz says:
::hears her her comm Badge:: *CTO* think so .. trying to figure out if I am a ghost ... but I'm guessing if you can hear me Sir I'm still here

CTO_Lt_Sumner says:
*TO*: You alright?

Host XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::steps in to CEO, leaning down and grabbing his attention:: CEO: We have more to discuss than that. Find me later.

TO_Ens_Koraz says:
*CTO* Perfectly fine sir how can I help you

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Starts setting up containment fields and storage centres in a free cargo bay in order to transport the equipment and Vroa samples::

CEO_Lt_Adalberto says:
::shrugs her off and focuses on his work::

CTO_Lt_Sumner says:
*TO*: I'm gonna need you back at Tactical in a minute.

TO_Ens_Koraz says:
*CTO* Aye Sir on my way

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Transports the bodies of the dead SF officers to sickbay::  *Sickbay* Be prepared to receive the bodies of the Vroa's victims

TO_Ens_Koraz says:
::Suddenly has an urge to shout yes I’m alive but enters the TL quite calmly:: TL: Bridge

CEO_Lt_Adalberto says:
::kicks the console repeatedly, letting out steam::

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::Drops into his chair, stifles another cough and rubs his weary eyes for a moment.::  CTO:  Let's keep our scans tight until were out of this sector, The Vroa might come back looking for their missing ship and fake Armus.  Inform Starfleet of the situation, I'm sure their going to want to cordon off this system to prevent this again.

CTO_Lt_Sumner says:
CO: Yeah... ::starts compiling a report for Starfleet::

Host XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::watches the CEO for a moment, shaking her head before turning and pacing out of Engineering, making her way to the Bridge::

TO_Ens_Koraz says:
::enters the Bridge and looks around and walks up to the TAC controls:: CTO: You requested my presence sir

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::Stands and moves over to OPS.::  OPS:  How are you holding up?

CEO_Lt_Adalberto says:
::looks over at the brunette at his right:: Mackenzie: Congratulations, you're officially my right hand.....start by changing the shift roster, we need three people from beta and gamma...

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Transports the equipment and sample to the cargo bay::

CTO_Lt_Sumner says:
::sends the report and gets out of his chair:: TO: Take over; I'm useless for now.

Host XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::steps into a TL, leans against the wall and sighs, closing her eyes as the doors slide closed::

TO_Ens_Koraz says:
::frowns at the CTO: CTO: Im sorry .. did you say your useless sir?

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Looks a little surprised at A'an addressing her directly:: CO: I'm doing okay Captain.  Following orders, doing what needs to be done.  The rest can get dealt with later.

CEO_Lt_Adalberto says:
Mackenzie: Take stock of what we need to replace after A'an's stunt, I can imagine the gel packs could use a house call. I'm going to the Bridge.

Host XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::after an interval, speaks:: TL: Bridge

CTO_Lt_Sumner says:
::sighs softly and rubs his eyes, furrowing his brow:: TO: I am not currently fit to govern the security of this ship.

CTO_Lt_Sumner says:
TO: If you have a problem taking over, I'll get Benson to do it.

TO_Ens_Koraz says:
::looks sadly into the CTO's eyes:: CTO: There's no one else I would trust more sir .... and I can honestly say you are very wrong... you may just feel that way for the time being ::Smiles:: but hey who am to say anything with my issues .. happy to take over .. just shout when you want back will be happy to stand aside

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::Nods, a little surprised such a junior officer is so calm about sacrificing another person.::  OPS: Alright, compile what we've learned about the Vroa's mimicking ability and prep a report for Starfleet, they need to know what we've learned.

CTO_Lt_Sumner says:
::nods some, offering a brief, tired smile to the Ensign:: TO: Thanks, Shabella.

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::Moves back to the command chair.:: FCO: Alright, let's finish up here and get under way, I want to put this place and everything in it behind us.

Host XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::pushes herself off the wall of the TL, and steps onto the bridge::

CEO_Lt_Adalberto says:
<Mackenzie>CEO: Sir, the Bridge has asked us to investigate the equipment from the Vroa infiltrator in cargo bay 1.

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
CO: Yes Sir ::Has a tiny quaver in her voice::

TO_Ens_Koraz says:
CTO: No worries Sir I would say if you need to talk to someone I'm here .. however conversation skills are not my strong point ::takes over TAC::

CTO_Lt_Sumner says:
::moves to the Turbolift, stopping in front of the XO::

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::Looks over to Kesh as she walks onto the bridge, trying not to expose how he's really feeling.::  XO: How is he?

CEO_Lt_Adalberto says:
::his shoulders sag and he sighs, then grabs a toolkit and heads for the exit:: Mackenzie: I'll do it...::wonders if the Captain is afraid to ask him directly::

Host XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::pulls on the brakes, looking at the CTO right in front of her:: CTO: Henry... ::eyes questioningly::

CEO_Lt_Adalberto says:
TL: Cargo bay 1.

TO_Ens_Koraz says:
::suddenly has this horrify thought that she has no idea what Sumner was doing before he left and hurriedly looks at the console::

CTO_Lt_Sumner says:
XO: Going to sickbay... I think.

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
XO:  And Berto?

CEO_Lt_Adalberto says:
::enters the cargo bay and sees random pieces of equipment strewn about:: Self: Great...just great.

Host XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
CTO: Try and find it this time. ::steps aside, and glances down to the CO:: CO: He's fine.

TO_Ens_Koraz says:
::sees that scans were taking place and continues to monitor them feeling a little concerned for Sumner and Adalberto for some really strange reason that is totally beyond her::

CTO_Lt_Sumner says:
::steps onto the turbolift and lets it close:: TL: Sickbay.

Host XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::spoken curtly as she steps down to the command area:: CO: He'll be fine... just needs time.

CEO_Lt_Adalberto says:
::finds the largest object around and starts scanning, trying to figure out what that greased devil was doing::

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Finishes compiling her report on the events, and all sensor reading obtained, and sends it to Starfleet, marked high priority::

CEO_Lt_Adalberto says:
::grabs a small piece of equipment that looks like a miniature gel pack bred with a hypospray and scans it::

TO_Ens_Koraz says:
::continues to scan an lost in her own thoughts::

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::Stands and motions for Kesh to follow as he moves to the corner of the bridge.  In a low voice.:: XO:  I can't believe the Vroa are capable of that....  How can them mimic something like Armus?!

CTO_Lt_Sumner says:
::steps off the turbolift and stares at the door to Sickbay::

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
XO:  I knew I might have to sacrifice those people, but not like this...Not without a fight.

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
XO: I...I don't know what I'm trying to say.....did I miss something?  Was there another option?

CEO_Lt_Adalberto says:
::raises an eyebrow as he studies the scans::

CTO_Lt_Sumner says:
::reluctantly enters sickbay::

Host XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::moves with the CO, folds her arms and listens:: CO: Intel says they can change shape, at a genetic  level. ::sighs:: CO: I dunno much. I'll get the doc to look into it.

CEO_Lt_Adalberto says:
::taps his badge:: *Bridge*: Bridge, this is Adalberto. I have just uncovered some sort of a .... DNA modulator...for a lack of a better word that I don't know.

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Feels the adrenalin start to wear off, and the calm that had consumed her so totally earlier begins to fray at the edges::

Host XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::runs a finger over the CO's shoulder, picking up some of the oily goop:: CO: Not like we don't have a lot of samples to play with...

TO_Ens_Koraz says:
::Looks around the bridge and then at the CO and XO::

Host XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::face cracks for a split second, but she knows the CO's seen:: CO: I thought I lost you. ::spoken quietly::

CTO_Lt_Sumner says:
::moves over to where the deceased are being looked after, looking at them, memorizing them::

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Self: I killed someone.  I actually killed someone::

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::Looks up as he hears Tony's voice.:: *CEO*:  Secure it from there, we'll transport it to a lab for analysis.  Your the go to on this, so pick it apart and let's see how these monsters tick.

Host XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::hears the CEO and snaps out of it, stepping back onto the bridge proper::

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Looks around the bridge, hoping no-one is focusing on her as she feels her eyes start to fill with unwelcome tears::

TO_Ens_Koraz says:
::goes back to scanning without saying anything::

CEO_Lt_Adalberto says:
::runs the biological sample through a test on his tricorder:: *CO*: Sure. From what I am reading here, this contains some sort of ... genetic manipulation magic....again, this is not the professional term. But I think we have found what enables them to change form.

CTO_Lt_Sumner says:
::clenches his fist and closes his eyes tightly, trying to will himself together::

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::Nods, letting his guard down.:: XO:  So did I.....  ::Shakes it off and puts a hand on her shoulder, then moves back to the center of the bridge.:: OPS: Lock onto the device Adalberto is tagging and transport it to a lab for him to analyse when he's ready.

CTO_Lt_Sumner says:
<MO_P'Mal> CTO: Are you alright, Lieutenant?

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Feels a tear trickle down her cheek, and angrily brushes it away::  Self: You were doing so well Torel, keep it together till you're not needed

Host XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::reaches under her seat, leaning on it gently... pulls out a medkit, removing a vial from inside:: CO: Here... ::steps over to the CO and collects some of the goop off his uniform, sealing the vial and handing it to a passing Ensign:: Ensign: Get this down to Sickbay for analysis.

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
*CEO*: Alright, whenever your ready, signal Torel for transport and then let's pull that thing apart.  You might have just found the means of defeating the Vroa.

CTO_Lt_Sumner says:
::feels the blood rushing in his ears, then opens his eyes, blinking and looking at the MO:: MO: Fine. ::he turns and leaves sickbay::

CEO_Lt_Adalberto says:
*CO*: Tell her it's marked. I will continue to investigate this mess. Adalberto out.

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Shakes her head slightly:: CO: Yes Sir

CTO_Lt_Sumner says:
::enters a turbolift headed for the bridge, feeling vaguely like he was about to burst into flames::

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::locks onto the equipment:: *CEO*: Tony, I have a lock on the equipment, let me know when you want me to transfer it to the lab

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
OPS:  Transport it now, he's ready.

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Gives a look to the Captain::  *CEO* I'm transporting it now

CEO_Lt_Adalberto says:
::hears the Captain's voice over the comm and decides to skip replying, turning his attention to the next object...something that looks a lot like a banana::

Host XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::tunes in to OPS and her emotions::

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Initiates the transports::

CTO_Lt_Sumner says:
::steps off onto the bridge:: TO: Koraz, get out of my chair. I have a more exciting job for you.

TO_Ens_Koraz says:
::smiles as she sees the CTO: CTO: My Pleasure sir

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
XO:  Once were prepped let's get under way, I'm....I'll be in my ready room.

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
*CEO*: It's in the lab waiting for you ::Pauses a second:: I'm sorry about your team Tony

CEO_Lt_Adalberto says:
::grunts:: *OPS*: It's not like you killed them...thanks.

Host XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::nods to the CO:: CO: Aiy sir. ::turns::

CTO_Lt_Sumner says:
TO: Go to Engineering, tell them to manufacture as much quantum di-cobalt as they can; I want enough to use every shuttle as a weapon, if we need to. Get a hold of Benson, tell him to get Science to work on those shield modifications we talked about.

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Feels the tears building up again::

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
*CEO*: Tony, we need to talk....

TO_Ens_Koraz says:
::raises her eyebrow:: CTO: Okay ::looks concerned slightly then smiles:: On my way sir :: turns to leave the bridge::

CEO_Lt_Adalberto says:
*OPS*: Not now. We'll grab a drink later...toast to the guys, eh?

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::Walks off the bridge into his ready room, moves to the replicator but turns and pulls a bottle out of his desk instead, pouring a shot and slamming it down.  Sags into his chair...then slaps a stack of padds off his desk, breaking them against the wall.::

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
*CEO*: Something like that.  Sooner rather than later though.

TO_Ens_Koraz says:
::enters the TL:: TL: ME ::taps her comm badge:: *Sec* Benson: Sumner wants you to go to Science and work on the shield modifications

Host XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::eyes OPS, unsure if she should be on the bridge right now::

CTO_Lt_Sumner says:
::nods and looks around, gaze settling on Alena; he puts an arm around her shoulder, kneeling down beside her:: OPS: If you need a break, you can take one.

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Shakes her head at Henry:: CTO: I'm fine.  Really, I'm fine.  I'm needed here. I can't run away when the going gets tough

TO_Ens_Koraz says:
::leaves the TL heading for ME after a short walk walks in looking for an engineer::

CTO_Lt_Sumner says:
::nods some, trying not to feel bad for having run away when it got tough, and failing::

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