Star Trek A Call to Duty presents...

USS Elara

“When Truth is Stranger than Fiction”

Starring

Terry Imrie as Captain Joseph Timrok
Peter Saunders as Commander Aun'to Mesme
Karen Barkas as Lieutenant Junior Grade Priyadarshini Juul
Dan Woodward as Lieutenant Junior Grade Ordo Rillix
Gordon Cindric as Ensign John McKnight
Michael Taylor as Ensign Michael Taylor
   
  And

Lília Perfeito as Ensign Solie and Ensign Lost

 Guest Starring

Tim Schols as Aid Star

Host SM_Lilia says:
==/\= U.S.S. Elara Stardate 10309.12 - "When Truth is Stranger than Fiction- Part IV"=/\==
Host SM_Lilia says:
The USS Elara is in orbit of Montemor IV, hiding behind a moon to avoid the primitive scans of the planet's inhabitants.
Host SM_Lilia says:
Meanwhile, the crew is faced with a new dilemma: Proving themselves fake to the people of Montemor, thus ending the “Starship Elara” movement, while controlling the actions of former Starfleet Officer Solie.
Host SM_Lilia says:
Will they accomplish their goals or will this mission be an utter failure? We will soon find out.
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=/\==/\==/\==/\=Begin Mission=/\==/\==/\==/\=
Host SM_Lilia says:
ACTION: With Starfleet punctuality, the Elara senior crew arrives at the conference lounge
CMO_LtJG_Ordo says:
::in TL en route to Deck 1::
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
:: in the conference lounge sitting at the head of the table ::
CMO_LtJG_Ordo says:
::Enters Deck 1 and walks into the conference lounge, takes his seat::
FCO_Ens_Taylor says:
::enters the conference lounge and walks over to his seat, he's dressed rather smartly in his uniform::
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
::sat in the conference room staring into the middle distance, lost somewhere in his thoughts::
Aid_Star says:
::Sitting in the conference room, in a position where he can see everyone at once::
CNS_LtJG_Juuls says:
::sat at the table watching the others gather::
FCO_Ens_Taylor says:
::sits down looking a little nervous::
CMO_LtJG_Ordo says:
::wonders if he can get some old-style metal syringes to give Aid Star his shots during his monthly checkup, hypo sprays seem far too painless for him...::
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
:: takes a seat in the conference room ::
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
:: looks around the room :: All: ok is everyone here?
CMO_LtJG_Ordo says:
::catches the CNS's eye, can't help smirking a little::
CNS_LtJG_Juuls says:
::nods to the CO and gives him her attention::
Host SM_Lilia says:
<OPS Solie>::at his seat, still quite uncomfortable with the situation::
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
::turns to the CO and gives him a nod::
CMO_LtJG_Ordo says:
::waves to the CO, nodding seems so formal::
FCO_Ens_Taylor says:
::looks round the table trying to dislodge the large lump developing in his throat::
Aid_Star says:
::Has his padd ready to take notes::
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
All: I am not one for speeches so I will get straight to the point, we are stuck between a rock and a hard place here, the situation is getting out of control on Montemor, we now have one of the inhabitants contained in the brig & Solie insists that we work with him or he will sink our mission without trace, we need ideas and fast so lets here them!
CMO_LtJG_Ordo says:
CO: Sir, firstly I must protest that the inhabitant it imprisoned in the brig.
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
XO: you first
Host SM_Lilia says:
<OPS Solie>::takes a deep breathe but doesn't dare say anything::
CNS_LtJG_Juuls says:
::nods at Ordo's remark, then quietly sighing at the CO::
CMO_LtJG_Ordo says:
CO: If you really want to be working with him, he deserves better treatment than a petty thief.
CNS_LtJG_Juuls says:
::looks to Solie and gets an idea::
Aid_Star says:
::Raises his eyebrow as Ordo makes his objections known::
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
CMO: you will get your chance to speak doctor, please wait your turn
FCO_Ens_Taylor says:
::thinking hard, avoiding eye contact with everyone::
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
CO: Sir. I think we have a way to convince the Montemorians that the Elara was only fiction. I believe it may be possible to provide sufficient evidence to indicate that the Alien they saw, namely you sir, was only one of their people wearing makeup.
Host SM_Lilia says:
<OPS Solie>::looks at the CNS and raises his eyebrows wondering what she is thinking::
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
:: nods ::
CMO_LtJG_Ordo says:
CO: I'm sorry to speak out of turn, but I have an obligation to all on board, intended guests or not. I wish to make a formal complaint on the record about this, but I am happy to do my duty to resolve this as soon as possible.
CNS_LtJG_Juuls says:
::looks up:: CO: I second that ::turns back to Solie and then the XO thoughtfully::
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
CO: As for the Solie problem sir ::gives the "real" Solie a smile:: I think we should go along with him for the moment, the risks if we don’t are too great
CNS_LtJG_Juuls says:
CO/XO: Have we no way of getting the other Solie to meet with us in person?
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
:: turns to the CMO :: CMO: your complaint is noted Doctor, but lets be clear on this - he is an intruder, not a guest and shall be dealt with as such, do you have any ideas on how to "deal" with him?
CNS_LtJG_Juuls says:
::nods to the CO and then looks towards Ordo::
Host SM_Lilia says:
<OPS Solie>::reaches a conclusion while looking at them::
Aid_Star says:
::Takes a few notes about the CMO and XO::
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
::picks at padd from the table and makes a couple notes on it, places it back down::
CNS_LtJG_Juuls says:
::this time raises and eyebrow at Solie curiously::
CMO_LtJG_Ordo says:
CO: Certainly, it will be no problem to locate the individual memory engrams and replace them. I then suggest using the holodeck to recreate his original transporter attempt, though this time it is a failure.
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
CMO: very well then get to as soon as possible
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
FCO: do you have any ideas to add?
CNS_LtJG_Juuls says:
Self: At last he sees sense.
CMO_LtJG_Ordo says:
CO: Understood sir, though I must add that I need his consent to perform such an operation.
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
::looks up at the CMO:: CMO: Why?
CNS_LtJG_Juuls says:
::nods:: CMO: It'll be difficult but there may be a ::blinks and looks to the XO:: XO: He still has right intruder or not.
FCO_Ens_Taylor says:
CO: no sir, sorry I haven’t been more help sir, I'll let you know if anything comes to mind 
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
::sees the line get thinner, and thinner so he starts thinking about a solution::
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
EO: what about you? any suggestions?
CMO_LtJG_Ordo says:
XO: Because that is the Doctors code of ethics Sir, and I wont bend on them unless either the patient or the crew are in danger.
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
CO: well captain, I have no answers to the problem from the Engineering perspective
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
CNS/CMO: You would risk the way of life of an entire planet to uphold someone’s "rights" even when the Prime Directive tells you exactly what you need to do.
CMO_LtJG_Ordo says:
XO: To put it simply, yes.
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
:: nods to the EO :: CNS: and you Miss Juuls?
CNS_LtJG_Juuls says:
XO: If necessary we work to find another way, so I would agree yes I will not do anything to him by force nor would I be party to such a thing.
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
::smiles at the CMO and CNS, turns back to the room in general, makes another note on his padd::
CMO_LtJG_Ordo says:
XO: But it needn't be a problem if he consents to the procedure. I recommend the CNS talks to him to convince him it is in his, and his people's best interests.
Aid_Star says:
::Takes more notes as different people are asked about ideas::
CNS_LtJG_Juuls says:
CO: Well we may be able to work with Gibby but as for the planet wide situation, firstly, exactly what has Solie actually proposed?
CNS_LtJG_Juuls says:
::nods again to the CMO with a smile::
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
CNS: only that we work with him to resolve the situation, knowing him as i do that no doubt means being manipulated to suit his needs
Host SM_Lilia says:
<OPS Solie>::moves uncomfortably in his seat::
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
Star: Mr. Star do you have anything useful to contribute?
CNS_LtJG_Juuls says:
CO: I'll go back to my original question, is there any way you could get Solie to us in person?
Aid_Star says:
::Looks up from his padd, startled to be asked something:: CO: Uhm, no captain.. I'm merely an observer here...
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
CNS: unlikely considering how little trust he has in us, but we can work on that
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
:: does a kind of smile / frown to Aid star ::
CMO_LtJG_Ordo says:
CO: Sir, just a thought about the other Solie, why don’t we double bluff him? Why don’t we record ourselves one last time, and transmit it to the planet as an end-of-season cliffhanger, Then if he wants to blow up his ship he can. The population will think its all part of the show?
CNS_LtJG_Juuls says:
::nods to the CO:: CO: I see. Then what does Solie propose to do to show us up as real?
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
CNS: destroy his ship in orbit and let the debris rain down on Montemor
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
::raises an eyebrow to the CMO :: all: hmm
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
CO/CMO: I wouldn't recommend that sir, the last thing we need to do is give the "Elarians" any other media to view, we have already seen what has happened so far.
CNS_LtJG_Juuls says:
::looks at him now understanding the situation:: CO: Ah...
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
All: ok, we will try and work with Solie for the mean time to see what he has in mind, then develop the plan from there, that will be all - dismissed
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
CNS/CMO/XO: wait here
Host SM_Lilia says:
<OPS Solie>CO: I'd like a word with you sir
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
:: turns to Solie :: Solie: go ahead
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
::goes to get up but stops as the CO orders him to::
Host SM_Lilia says:
<FCO Lost>::on the bridge at the helm, replacing the FCO::
FCO_Ens_Taylor says:
::gets up from his seat and leaves the room to return to his station::
CMO_LtJG_Ordo says:
::gets ready for a roasting::
CNS_LtJG_Juuls says:
::moves to stand and then looks at the CO, sitting herself down again:: CO: Aye sir.
Host SM_Lilia says:
<OPS Solie>::takes a deep breathe:: CO: I'd like to be relieved of duty Captain.  I feel I am endangering the crew by staying at this point
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
OPS: How so?
Aid_Star says:
::Stays behind as well::
Host SM_Lilia says:
<OPS Solie>CO: Isn't it obvious? I look just like your worst enemy
CNS_LtJG_Juuls says:
::shakes her head and awaits the CO's response to Solie, who she would like with them::
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
:: opens his eyes wider :: CO: Captain, you said Solies’ clone knows everything our Solie knows
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
CO: And acts the same way
CNS_LtJG_Juuls says:
CO/OPS: That may not be a bad thing.
Host SM_Lilia says:
<OPS Solie>CO: I would feel better if you would let me stay in my quarters till we reach the Starbase again
FCO_Ens_Taylor says:
::walks slowly towards the direction of the bridge, in no hurry to return to work::
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
OPS: In my opinion you are no threat to the ships security, also neither the CMO or CNS has indicated to me that they consider you a liability
Host SM_Lilia says:
<OPS Solie>CO: As you wish, I'll return to my post... sir ::slowly heads for the door::
CNS_LtJG_Juuls says:
::again nods affirming her confidence in the CO's remark::
CMO_LtJG_Ordo says:
OPS: Plus you are much better looking than your clone.
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
::remains quiet at the table, content to let the "professionals" deal with this issue::
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
:: looks at the captain :: CO: captain, I have a suggestion, if I may?
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
:: waits for OPS to leave ::
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
EO: go on
Host SM_Lilia says:
<OPS Solie>::assumes command of the bridge::
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
CO: what if we get a computer virus together and upload it into the Montemorians central computer to delete or change the sensor data?
FCO_Ens_Taylor says:
::enters the bridge and spots FCO Lost, walks over:: Lost: Hi ::smiles:: you can take a break now if you like, I don’t mind taking over
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
EO: That would remove the data they have but wouldn't solve the problem, my thought would be to leave it where it is, it will be less suspicious that way.
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
EO: I fear the damage goes much further than that, we have thousands of peoples memories to deal with and there computer system may be fragmented, I will keep your suggestion in mind though
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
CO: I meant to modify the data....we come back with some holographic emitters to give some flashy effects and the appearance were gods
Host SM_Lilia says:
<FCO Lost>::looks up at Taylor with a not so happy face:: FCO: I'm maintaining your  geosynchronous orbit ::gets up::
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
EO: we'll look into it, now if you will excuse us
FCO_Ens_Taylor says:
FCO: good, why so glum? ::sits on his seat, glad to be back::
Host SM_Lilia says:
<FCO Lost>FCO: And you still ask? Everyone hates me ::shakes his head::
FCO_Ens_Taylor says:
FCO: I'm sure they don’t, so don’t beat yourself up
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
CMO/CNS: Get straight to dealing with Gibby, now I sympathize with your concerns over the treatment of Gibby, but you do realize that you will also have to eliminate any memory of him consenting to what you are going to do?
CMO_LtJG_Ordo says:
CO: I intend, consent permitting, to wipe his memory to right before his attempted the transport.
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
CMO: including everything that has happened here on the Elara
CMO_LtJG_Ordo says:
CO: Exactly
Host SM_Lilia says:
<FCO Lost>FCO: That’s easy for you to say, you are the one taking my chair ::mumbles and goes away;;
Aid_Star says:
::Takes another couple of notes on his padd::
CNS_LtJG_Juuls says:
::just watches waiting for the CO wondering where his ethics really lie::
FCO_Ens_Taylor says:
::watches Lost walk away shaking his head::
CMO_LtJG_Ordo says:
CO: then revive him in the holodeck with a recreation of his transport, only this time we transport him back down to the planet where we can have the craft already there destroyed.
CMO_LtJG_Ordo says:
CO: He should think that his attempt was a failure, and there will be no evidence of the craft left for him to back up his claim.
CMO_LtJG_Ordo says:
CO: People will think he is a crazy 'Elarian' who takes the show too real.
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
CMO: Why don’t we simply let him come round on the planet, he will think that he failed either way and will save the risk of him getting out of the holodeck and having to be re-operated on
CMO_LtJG_Ordo says:
XO: If you prefer sir, though there are increased risks for his mental health with that approach.
CNS_LtJG_Juuls says:
XO: that could eliminate possible problems with any error on the holodeck.
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
::starts checking the sensor readings and the gravity affect on the ship::
Host SM_Lilia says:
´<OPS Solie>EO: Work with the FCO in adjusting our orbit, I think we will become visible if we don't make some adjustments
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
CNS/CMO: i hope you get his consent, because quite frankly if you don’t I wont allow one mans inconvenience risk the future of millions, or anybody else’s for that matter,
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
CMO/CNS: Go get started
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
::nods at the CO's comment::
Host SM_Lilia says:
<OPS Solie>EO/FCO: The thrusters have to be finely tuned
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
OPS: What seems to be the problem?
CMO_LtJG_Ordo says:
XO/CO: If you wish to go along that line of thought I recommend having a simulated explosion at the site where the craft was, to bridge the gap. Is that acceptable?
FCO_Ens_Taylor says:
:: looking at the feedback of his constant scans, getting a bit bored and starting to wish for some action::
CNS_LtJG_Juuls says:
CO: As you wish sir, However may I be blunt and point out your actions and your ethics are probably also being recorded by Star here ::gestures to Star with a smile::
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
CMO: just get him on the surface with as little trauma as possible
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
CNS: I am well aware of Mr Stars presence
Aid_Star says:
::Returns the counselor's smile, taking another note::
CMO_LtJG_Ordo says:
CO: Aye Sir, I will keep you updated, and I look forward to hearing the conclusion to your meeting with ENS Lost.
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
:: nods ::
CNS_LtJG_Juuls says:
::raises an eyebrow as she smiles to the CO with a nod::
FCO_Ens_Taylor says:
OPS: I’ve just lost all subspace communications!?
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
::checks the orbital pattern of the ship:: Self: there is a 0.25 course change every hour by the gravity of the moon
FCO_Ens_Taylor says:
::starts fiddling with buttons::
Host SM_Lilia says:
<OPS Solie>FCO: What? ::checks his console::
Host SM_Lilia says:
<OPS Solie>*CO*Captain, all subspace communications are being jammed. We are cut out from Starfleet
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
*OPS* Source?!
CMO_LtJG_Ordo says:
CNS: I need to prep for the procedure, call me if you need help convincing our guest ::leans heavily on 'guest'::
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
CNS/CMO: that is all
Host SM_Lilia says:
ACTION: The Elara is hit from somewhere in the moon they are orbiting and ir rocked to the side. The FCO falls from his chair and is bruised in the head
CNS_LtJG_Juuls says:
::nods with a smile to the CMO:: CMO: Certainly.
Host SM_Lilia says:
<OPS Solie>*CO*Unknown, we are under attack!
FCO_Ens_Taylor says:
out loud: OW!
CMO_LtJG_Ordo says:
::falls across the conference table::
Aid_Star says:
::Feels the ship shake when hit:: All: What the...
Host SM_Lilia says:
ACTION: Thick blood comes out of the FCO's head
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
:: marches out to the bridge :: XO: will this never end?!
FCO_Ens_Taylor says:
::gets up quickly and back to his console::
FCO_Ens_Taylor says:
::sways a bit::
CNS_LtJG_Juuls says:
::starts to get up from her seat and falls back into it::
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
::grabs onto the table:: CO: It better soon! ::heads after the CO::
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
::tries to get the inertial dampeners back online::
CMO_LtJG_Ordo says:
::gets up and rushes to bridge, looking for injuries::
CNS_LtJG_Juuls says:
::follows the CO to the bridge::
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
OPS: Status report
CMO_LtJG_Ordo says:
::Sees the FCO and grabs an emergency kit from a storage locker in the back of the Bridge bulkhead, attends the FCO's wounds::
Aid_Star says:
::Heads to the bridge with the group, swapping the isolinear chip while walking::
Host SM_Lilia says:
<OPS>CO: We were hit from some where in the moon
FCO_Ens_Taylor says:
::vision only starting to come together starts hitting buttons to get things in order on his console::
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
::checks the ship master status screen::
Host SM_Lilia says:
<FCO Lost>::arrives on the bridge and looks at the confusion. then takes helm::
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
CO: Captain, 2 quantum torpedoes have impacted on our saucer pod, we're reading only minor hull damage
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
CO: Repair teams are already on their way sir
FCO_Ens_Taylor says:
CMO: thank you, but there was no need....just a scratch
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
EO: track there source
CNS_LtJG_Juuls says:
::notes Lost's arrival::
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
FCO: bring us about to face the moon
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
::attempts to pin-point the torpedoes exit point::
CMO_LtJG_Ordo says:
FCO: I'll be the judge of that ensign! You're good to go, so get Lost out of that chair now!
Host SM_Lilia says:
<FCO Lost>CMO: Oh you hate me too! ::leaves the chair::
FCO_Ens_Taylor says:
CO: gladly :: gets on his chair and begins to get them going::
CMO_LtJG_Ordo says:
ENS Lost: Ensign I relived you of duty, you are confined to quarters until such time as the Captain can address you. Don't make me have security escort you!
FCO_Ens_Taylor says:
:: scanning as quick as he can while getting the ship away from the moon face as fast as humanly possible::
FCO_Ens_Taylor says:
self : now where’d it come from.......
Host SM_Lilia says:
=/\==/\==/\==/\=Pause Mission=/\==/\==/\==/\=
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