USS Seleya Mission Transcript 10905.24
Mission Number 559
Rendering Rome XIII

DRAMATIS PERSONAE
Lília Perfeito as Captain Alexandra Margarida Gomes (CO – Commanding Officer)
Andrew Cotterly as Lieutenant William Grenth Stradiot (XO – Executive Officer) & NPC MO Jenny
Eldad Ben-Tovim as Commander Maor (CIV – Starfleet Intelligence Specialist)
Andrew James as Ensign Ajala Ecchumati (OPS – Operations Specialist)
Scott Knight as Lieutenant Junior Grade Caelan Alexander Trigger (TO – Chief of Security)
Rob Wright as Commander A’an Selzah
Aoibhe Ní Shúilleabháin as Lieutenant Commander Alaya Taemin Suder (CMO – Chief Medical Officer)
Frank MacArthur as Ensign Frank MacArthur (FCO – Flight Operations)
Karriaunna Scotti as SO Lt Brianna Rose (SO – Science Officer), NPC FCO Drake, NPC OPS Craig.

Ship Manager 
Karriaunna Scotti

Last time on the Seleya:

Different worlds, different cultures, different values, different beliefs… the beauty and curse of discovering new civilizations.  And that is under the best circumstances, not the worst.

Proconsul Marcus has taken an unexplained interest in OPS who plays him along burying her hatred of him.   Yet the idea of marriage for peace holds an appeal for her, even if the man does not.  Her condition: restoration of Caledonia to the Federation and a peace accord not to be broken. The first officer remains in the back ground along with the proconsul's personal guards, keeping an eye on the situation without interfering.

The CMO with Maor, while roaming a bazaar, looking for possible Federation civilians, has made a surprise contact with a young woman called Cali who has taken them to an ancient temple honoring some long forgotten deity.  It is now used by a group who worships the son and wants to protect their world.  The CMO has asked to be taken to their leader, exactly whom Cali has in mind.

On the ship, the captain and CSec are in the captain's ready room considering their options, with the concept of abducting the proconsul upper most in their mind.  The FCO practices maneuvers, preparing to take the ship into battle if needed and Rose prepares to beam the XO back aboard along with OPS and one unsuspecting proconsul.

Captain's log, Stardate 10905.24. I am about to ask for the surrender of Magna Roma and arrest her Proconsul for destruction of two Federation colonies and the murder of thousands of colonists. I do not see another way to avoid more colonies being destroyed. May we all be so lucky that they will surrender before any weapon is fired.

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CO Capt Gomes says:
::looks at Trigger and takes a deep breath:: *SO*: Energize

OPS LtJG Ecchumati says:
::looks at the Proconsul:: Marcus: Okay, so you are open to making peace with the Federation. That is one step forward from when we first started speaking.

ACTION:  The proconsul along with OPS are beamed straight to the ready room and the XO to the transporter room.
CSEC Lt Trigger says:
::looks at the Captain and activates his phaser rifle::

CO Capt Gomes says:
Marcus: Hello Proconsul

Cali says:
@ CMO/CIV: This way...

XO Lt Stradiot says:
::Finds himself in the TR:: Self: Couldn't beam me somewhere slightly useful, eh? ::Sighs and starts making the trip all the way to the bridge::

CMO LtCmdr Suder says:
@ :: flicks her hair out of her eyes and waits for Cali to lead her to the person in charge::

Proconsul Marcus says:
:: Lifts a brow at the woman before him.::

CSEC Lt Trigger says:
Marcus: Take a seat Proconsul... we have matters to discuss.

CIV Cmdr Maor says:
@ ::Follows the CMO from behind, keeping his distance while still keeping her at an arm reach::

CMO LtCmdr Suder says:
@ :: follows Cali, glancing back at Maor:: CIV: This... should be interesting. :: brushes a tendril out of her eyes again, depositing it behind her ear:: I have no idea how she deals with this hair every day.

@ACTION:  The CMO and CIV soon find themselves heading down a ladder into an underground room filled with people of varying backgrounds.
Proconsul Marcus says:
:: Makes himself comfortable before looking at Ecchumati::

XO Lt Stradiot says:
::Reaches the bridge:: SO: Report.

CO Capt Gomes says:
::looks at him in the eyes:: Proconsul: Magna Roma is responsible for the destruction of two Federation colonies and the deaths of thousands of Federation colonists. I order you to surrender your military command to me immediately
Cali says:
@ :: Moves through the people who part for her, heading for the head table.::

SO Rose says:
XO:  Sir, you along with OPS and the Proconsul were beamed aboard.  The CMO and Maor are following a lead on the planet.

CIV Cmdr Maor says:
@ ::Glances around them in quiet observation:: CMO: If you can call it that, Captain.

OPS LtJG Ecchumati says:
Self: Oh .. the ready room...

CMO LtCmdr Suder says:
@ :: tries to pick up on what these people are feeling, but from the look of them it's pretty obvious they're not happy.:: Cali: Where are we going exactly?

Proconsul Marcus says:
CO: Thousands?  Not at all, captain.  That would be a waste.  I believe very few of your colonists were killed.

OPS LtJG Ecchumati says:
Marcus: Even One is crime enough.

Cali says:
@ Thadius:  I found them... and have brought them.

CO Capt Gomes says:
Marcus: I am not here to make a headcount. I have a fleet of ships waiting outside this system. Either you surrender willingly or we will use other means to make sure your bloody conquest ends today

Thaduis says:
@ :: Stands and nods to the newcomers.::  CMO/CIV:  Welcome.

XO Lt Stradiot says:
::Nods:: SO: Thank you. ::Sits down in his chair:: Self: I'm getting used to this...okay.

Proconsul Marcus says:
CO: So... you would kill millions, including your own people?  I must admit, I am surprised, captain.  I did not think your Federation had it in you.

CIV Cmdr Maor says:
@ ::Grumbles softly:: CMO: I'm starting to lose count of all the people we've met on this cursed planet so far. ::Nods absentmindedly at the direction of their newest host::

Thaduis says:
@ CMO/CIV:  Please, take a seat.  We have much to discuss and I have no idea how much time we have.

CO Capt Gomes says:
Marcus: I am ready to make a sacrifice for long term peace. My conscience is clear, as I am sure yours is not. I want an answer. Do you surrender willingly and spare your people or not

CMO LtCmdr Suder says:
@ :: steps forward to greet Thadius. Hears CIV and know how he feels:: Thadius: I'm Captain Gomes, of the USS Seleya. :: nods a greeting:: Why have we been brought here?

Proconsul Marcus says:
CO: I surrender nothing.  Your Federation has no jurisdiction here.

CO Capt Gomes says:
CSec: Call in the backup and go to red alert. Also get two of your best men to stay with the Proconsul. I want him on the bridge when all this happens

CSEC Lt Trigger says:
::looks to the Captain and smiles:: CO: You think we should let him watch?

CO Capt Gomes says:
CSec: On yes

CO Capt Gomes says:
::heads for the bridge:: SO: Open a channel to the planet. I want anyone who is listening to hear me

OPS LtJG Ecchumati says:
Marcus: Don't let it go to this... do you want history to remember you as the leader whose decision cost your people dearly?

SO Rose says:
CO:  Aye, captain.  :: reaches over to activate the comm unit::  All channels open.

Thaduis says:
@ CMO:  Because a great sin has been done to your people and I do not want my people to pay for it.

CSEC Lt Trigger says:
::nods and heads to the tactical console, gesturing for the security detail to stand guard over the proconsul::

Proconsul Marcus says:
OPS:  My people will remember that I followed through with traditions and as such we will be stronger for it.

CO Capt Gomes says:
COM: Magna Roma: This is the Federation Starship USS Seleya. Magna Roma has attacked two Federation colonies and killed many of its inhabitants. Your Proconsul is arrested under charges of warcrimes. If you do not surrender command of your military, we will attack your vessels and planetary defenses. You have one minute to give me an answer

CSEC Lt Trigger says:
::contacts the other ships and gives the word to take up their positions::

CO Capt Gomes says:
XO/CSec: Let’s see if someone else on the planet has a more open mind

CMO LtCmdr Suder says:
@ ::thinks: finally someone who talks a bit of sense:: Thadius: The last thing the Federation wants is to hurt innocent civilians.

CSEC Lt Trigger says:
Marcus: Last chance Marcus.

CO Capt Gomes says:
CSec: Lock on your first targets and be ready to fire on my word

CO Capt Gomes says:
XO: Is any of their ships reacting to my com?

CSEC Lt Trigger says:
::activates the targeting scanners and narrows the beam to cause minimal collateral damage:: CO: Locked and loaded.

XO Lt Stradiot says:
::Walks over and looks at the sensors::

OPS LtJG Ecchumati says:
Marcus: You are a very stubborn man.

Legatus Christo says:
COM: Seleya: This is Legatus Legionis Christo.  We do not have the orders to surrender to anyone.

Thaduis says:
@ CMO:  What can we do to help you and our people?

CO Capt Gomes says:
Self: I really wish it didn’t have to come to this

XO Lt Stradiot says:
CO: At the moment, no ships have moved, but we can't expect that to remain the same for long.

CO Capt Gomes says:
::looks at Marcus and then at the XO:: XO: Anyone else?

CO Capt Gomes says:
::nods at the XO::

CMO LtCmdr Suder says:
@ :: feels she can trust Thaduis:: Thaduis: Firstly, I suggest you get any of your people on the field into safety as soon as you can. How many of you are there?

CO Capt Gomes says:
::looks intently at the viewscreen as she speaks words she wished she never had to:: CSec: Fire!

Thaduis says:
@ CMO:  There are many of us.  But you should know, the proconsul has scattered your people throughout the city.  If you harm my city, you will kill your own people.

OPS LtJG Ecchumati says:
::now on the bridge::

CO Capt Gomes says:
OPS: Are you up to return to duty?

CSEC Lt Trigger says:
::without hesitation hits the command to fire and destroy the weapon emplacement before moving on quickly to the next::

OPS LtJG Ecchumati says:
CO: Yes ma’am, but have we really come to this? We'll be as bad as them...

CO Capt Gomes says:
OPS: This is not the time for that Lt.
CMO LtCmdr Suder says:
@ :: eyes widen:: Thadius: Do you knwo where they are located? Our people? Any assistance you can give will be appreciated.

CIV Cmdr Maor says:
@ CMO: If what's he's saying is true, it seems we're dealing with terrorists and not with any form of democratic leadership we're used to. Perhaps getting us to attack his planet was their plan all along, to make mortuaries of all of them.

CO Capt Gomes says:
XO: We need to keep a close eye on communications and ship movements. Whoever asks for safe passage out of the system will be granted. All except one ::glances at Marcus::

Thaduis says:
@ CMO:  Wherever you go, you will find them, but especially in government institutions.

CO Capt Gomes says:
OPS: Monitor all communications on the planet. I know there will be a lot of confusion but I would like to have a picture of the impact of our attacks on the general population

XO Lt Stradiot says:
::Nods::

ACTION:  Phasers fire on grounds weapons, hitting shields.

CSEC Lt Trigger says:
::rotates the phaser frequencies within the range that the period shield generators used and fires again::

OPS LtJG Ecchumati says:
CO: Sorry? It is not the time to discuss our plan of action as we put it into place? ::sighs:: I said I was ready for duty. I am not even off duty. Nor have I been my entire shift. ::a little miffed, moves back to OPS::

CMO LtCmdr Suder says:
@ :: stands up:: Thadius: Excuse me for a moment. ::nods to CV to continue questioning and steps aside:: COMM: Seleya: Seleya, this is... the Captain. ::winces:: Do not, I repeat, do not target government buildings. Our people are being used a shields inside them. Do you read?

OPS LtJG Ecchumati says:
CO: Civilian chatter on the comms but no military speak.

ACTION: Phasers break through the shields, disabling main weapons within the capital city.

CO Capt Gomes says:
OPS: Thank you

CIV Cmdr Maor says:
@ ::Raises an eyebrow at the direction of the now walking CMO before returning his attention back to the direction of their host:: Thadius: Clearly you have some plan you've considered, care to share it with us?

OPS LtJG Ecchumati says:
::relays the CMOs message over the speakers::

Thaduis says:
@ CIV:  We have many people throughout.  That is how we knew you were here... though in all honesty, once we learned of the proconsul's plans, we did not think you would be far behind.

CSEC Lt Trigger says:
CO: That one had some impact. ::beings up an image of the destroyed emplacement on the main viewer::

CO Capt Gomes says:
::approaches the OPS console and speaks with a lower voice:: OPS: From the moment the proconsul was beamed aboard, this was a point of no return. I will not discuss that which I cannot back away from. It is your duty to save your reservations for your report after this.

CSEC Lt Trigger says:
::targets the next active emplacement and fires::

CO Capt Gomes says:
::looks back up:: CSec: Are they powering weapons yet?

CMO LtCmdr Suder says:
@ COM: Seleya: Seleya, please respond.

CSEC Lt Trigger says:
CO: Nope, they're not putting up any sort of a fight... my guess is they're waiting for orders from the proconsul.

CIV Cmdr Maor says:
@ Thaduis: You're not answering my question, do you have a plan of action to stop this conflict? :::Leans closer:: Because let me tell you the truth, I'm pretty sure you didn't find just to warn us. No, you have an ulterior motive and a way to accomplish that motive and I'm sure our Captain here will be glad to hear it.

CO Capt Gomes says:
CSec: Let them wait. I will be content enough if we leave this without any cross fire.

OPS LtJG Ecchumati says:
::quietly:: CO: With due respect ma’am, I was not out of line. Had I continued and created an argument, then I would have been. I always follow your orders.

Thaduis says:
@ CIV: As for specific plans... we are hoping that those people will have some... affect.  Many of us are an enlightened people.  It is only a few who are unable to leave the past behind.

CO Capt Gomes says:
::nods at OPS:: COM: CMO: This is the Seleya

CIV Cmdr Maor says: 
@ ::Frowns:: Thadius: Affect?

CO Capt Gomes says:
XO: Check for causalities on the planet

XO Lt Stradiot says:
::Nods and starts scanning the planet::

CMO LtCmdr Suder says:
@ COM: Seleya: Sir, I have received intelligence that the Caledonians in all likelihood are being held in groups throughout the city, in government buildings.

Thaduis says:
@ CIV:  There were plans implemented for high officials to take control of certain areas.  It is a great risk to many and as such, the proceed with caution; They have families as well.

CO Capt Gomes says:
::nods at OPS:: COM: CMO: Do you have any idea where these buildings are located?

XO Lt Stradiot says:
::Shakes his head at the reports:: CO: No casualties. Area around the weapons are destroyed but...everything is too quiet...nothing's happening. Even thought the Proconsul isn't there, you'd think someone else would've stepped up and done something by now.

CMO LtCmdr Suder says:
@ COM: Seleya: My source wasn't specific. Government institutions were named as the most likely. Permission to take a team of natives to investigate further. ::really does not want to get blown up::

CSEC Lt Trigger says:
CO: The city's defenses are down... we shouldn't have any problems getting our people out.

CO Capt Gomes says:
XO: Let’s hope we keep this up

@Scenery:  The bazaar and all streets are cleared of people.  Only the wind can be heard through the streets.

CO Capt Gomes says:
CSec: At the current rate, how long do you think until we disabled their ability to attack another colony in the near future?

CIV Cmdr Maor says:
@ Thaduis: No backup plan? I doubt your people can do much at their current state. ::Leans back once again:: What about plans for the government buildings?

Thaduis says:
@ CIV:  Plans for the government buildings?

CO Capt Gomes says:
COM: CMO: Fortunately we have been able to avoid civilians but I don't know how long until the situation is under control. Can you trust these people?

CSEC Lt Trigger says:
CO: Well, if I start targeting the ships it would be a start... if we start getting fire from the surface I can switch back instantly.

XO Lt Stradiot says:
CO: I've got a bad feeling about this. If there is no response from the planet...we'd be seen as the terrorists.

CIV Cmdr Maor says:
@ ::Nods::

CIV Cmdr Maor says:
@ Thaduis: Blueprints, secret passageways, anything that can get us into those buildings.
CO Capt Gomes says:
XO: I know but diplomatic alternatives have failed

Thaduis says:
@ CIV:  Our plans were simple.  Or only goal is to protect as many people as we can.  Did you have something in mind?

OPS LtJG Ecchumati says:
::maintains transporter lock on Away Team::

CMO LtCmdr Suder says:
@ COM: Seleya: I believe so. They appear to be what we were looking for. I sense no deceit.

Thaduis says:
@ :: Looks at the man for a moment and then points to the wall off to the side where many maps hang::

CO Capt Gomes says:
COM: CMO: Proceed to find the colonists. We will keep a lock on you for as long as possible

CIV Cmdr Maor says:
@ Thaduis: Cut the serpent's head. ::Raises and makes his way toward the direction of the maps::

CO Capt Gomes says:
CSec/XO/OPS: So we are at a crossroads here. Either we keep firing on the planet and take their ability to defend themselves or we attack their ships and take their ability to attack others

OPS LtJG Ecchumati says:
CO: Captain, I just lost all communications from the planet... I think it just went down. Possible military reasons? Need the power for some gigantic weapon?

CMO LtCmdr Suder says:
@ COM: Seleya: Understood. ::pauses, takes a deep breath:: Gomes out.

CO Capt Gomes says:
OPS: Look for a power surge somewhere else. If it’s a weapon it would show up on sensors

CMO LtCmdr Suder says:
@ :: can't wait to start using her own name again. Turns around and makes her way back to Thadius and Maor::

XO Lt Stradiot says:
CO: I'd advise targeting ship engines to immobilize them for now.

OPS LtJG Ecchumati says:
CO: Aye ma’am. ::initiates a penetrating scan::

CSEC Lt Trigger says:
CO: I think the ships would be the logical choice.

Proconsul Marcus says:
CO:  Two captains, how interesting... and innovative.  I am impressed.

CMO LtCmdr Suder says:
@ CIV: Progress? ::joins the two at the maps::

CO Capt Gomes says:
::wonders if she should bother to grant him a reply and then decides not:: CSec: Shift targets. But fire only at engines and weapon systems

CO Capt Gomes says:
CSec: If you can find out which ships were able to send the nuclear warheads, those should be the first targets

XO Lt Stradiot says:
::Looks back at the sensor readouts:: CO: Still no movement on the planet....they're up to something, ma'am.

OPS LtJG Ecchumati says:
CO: Nothing shows up on sensors

CO Capt Gomes says:
XO: I am inclined to agree

CIV Cmdr Maor says:
@ CMO: How do you feel about finding their party leaders and "convincing" them of our cause. ::Glances back behind his shoulder::

CSEC Lt Trigger says:
CO: I'm on it. ::starts targeting the ships:: FCO: I need a better position on those ships, move us closer.

CO Capt Gomes says:
OPS: Can you make a trace on where the energy is going to by any other means? There has to be a trail...

ACTION:  As the FCO moves the Seleya closer, the other ships move back, leaping out of range.

CIV Cmdr Maor says:
@ CMO: Get enough support from his own men and we might be able to get the population into rioting.

CSEC Lt Trigger says:
::grins as he sees the other two federation vessels enter the area and close on the Roman ships:: CO: Looks like the Cavalry's here.

CMO LtCmdr Suder says:
@ :leans in:: CIV: The Seleya seemed more focused on locating the colonists. Do you think a good, big riot might distract the powers long enough for us to locate the Caledonians?

XO Lt Stradiot says:
CO: Let them handle the ships, we can take care of the planet.

CIV Cmdr Maor says:
@ CMO: Worked on Orion.

CO Capt Gomes says:
::nods:: XO: Work with Mr. Trigger to coordinate the vessels. They know what to expect

OPS LtJG Ecchumati says:
CO: Working... ::scans:: I can't find anything; maybe I am wrong about the power transfer. Maybe it just went offline... but it is strange, it's just as if someone unplugged it.

@ Scenery:  Everyone around the away team is quiet, waiting, listening....

CMO LtCmdr Suder says:
@ :: raises an eyebrow for a moment:: Do you think they know how to get into the government buildings? That would be crucial.

XO Lt Stradiot says:
::Nods and walks back to where the CSec is standing::

CO Capt Gomes says:
OPS: I agree. They are not making any movement to protect their defenses and now they declared a planetary blackout. What are they waiting for?

XO Lt Stradiot says:
CO: Playing dead?

CIV Cmdr Maor says:
@ CMO: Plans are pretty old but detailed, we might even find a nice back door for us to use. Assuming we get lucky.

ACTION:  The Roman ships converge in the area of the three Federation ships, but they stay just out of range.  Weapons charged and shields up, but no other action.

CO Capt Gomes says:
All: Often governments prevent communications to control their people. So that only whatever propaganda they want is scattered. But that’s usually a long term solution, I can't see what good it can bring right now

CSEC Lt Trigger says:
XO: Incoming!

OPS LtJG Ecchumati says:
CO: Perhaps distracting us from something else...

CIV Cmdr Maor says:
@ ::Finally turns around to face the CMO:: CMO: What will it going to be, Captain?

CO Capt Gomes says:
::grins at the thought:: OPS: Fortunately we are not distracted. Keep monitoring the planet

CO Capt Gomes says:
All: Are they waiting for us to give them the first shot? We already did

CSEC Lt Trigger says:
::rotates the phaser frequencies again and fires at the lead vessel's weapons array::

XO Lt Stradiot says:
CSec: Have the Pegasus and Phoenix target ship engines and weapons. We need at least one ship focused on the planet.

CMO LtCmdr Suder says:
@ :: looks concerned, speaks more quietly:: CIV: I'm a doctor, not a tactician. :: thinks:: But I can't see any better way of resolving this. :: nods slowly:: Let's go for it.

ACTION:  The Roman ships stay just out of range.

OPS LtJG Ecchumati says:
CO: Aye ma’am.

CIV Cmdr Maor says:
@ CMO: Want to get backup or do you trust us three to do by ourselves? ::Glances back at the direction of the maps:: Might even get us a medal or two, or at least a nice burial service.

CO Capt Gomes says:
::sits, taking a moment to rest her muscles while her brain tries to figure out what the Romans want::

Thaduis says:
@ :: Walks up to the Federation officers::  CMO/CIV:  How can we help?

CIV Cmdr Maor says:
@ ::Points at some sport on the map:: CMO: There. The back door we were looking for.

CSEC Lt Trigger says:
::nods to the XO and contacts the other ships to relay the instructions::

Thaduis says:
@ CIV:  The areas in black are no longer passable.  However, this one :: points to an underground passage leading upward::  is still usable.

CIV Cmdr Maor says:
@ Thaduis: Got people you can trust who can handle a firearm?

CMO LtCmdr Suder says:
@ :: chuckles dryly:: CIV: Almost makes me wish I'd be leaving behind a weeping widower... Backup from the ship is impossible. It's us, and these fine people. :: listens to Thadius:: Thadius/CIV: Then I suggest we start there.

ACTION:  As the Peguses and Phoenix head for the Roman ships, they break into three groups.  One remains just out of phaser range near the Seleya, the other groups head away from the two Federation ships, keeping just out of their phaser range... drawing them away from the planet.

Thaduis says:
@ CIV:  There are more here you can trust, then otherwise.

XO Lt Stradiot says:
CSec: Keep an eyeout for any Nuclear Weapons they might fire at us from the planet surface or any of the ships.

CO Capt Gomes says:
CSec: Maintain the Pegasus and the Phoenix in formation with the Seleya. This is no time to fall apart.

CSEC Lt Trigger says:
XO: It's a little archaic but I'd expect that from the Romans... ::nods to the Captain:: CO: Aye Cap'n.

CIV Cmdr Maor says:
@ Thaduis: Correction, that you can trust. Get as many people as you can and sidearms if you have them, we'll go over tactics and head out in 30 minutes.

CSEC Lt Trigger says:
::co-ordinates the other ships and orders them into an arrowhead formation behind the Seleya::

Thaduis says:
@ :: Nods and with an open hand, motions to all the people in the room around them.::

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