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
Gordon Cindric as Ensign John McKnight
   
  And

Lília Perfeito as Ensign Solie, Ensign Immagy, Lieutenant Yellow and Solie

  Guest Starring

Tim Schols as Aid Star

Host SM_Lilia says:
==/\= U.S.S. Elara Stardate 10310.03 - "When Truth is Stranger than Fiction- Part V"=/\==
Host SM_Lilia says:
The USS Elara remains in orbit of Montemor IV.
Host SM_Lilia says:
While the situation on Montemor appears to have been solved. One obstacle remains between the Elara's crew and solving the real problem: Solie.
Host SM_Lilia says:
What will this former Starfleet Officer do next? How can his former comrades respond?
Host SM_Lilia says:
Captain's log, Stardate 10409.26
For our part we must remove Solie from orbit, I have requested that the 
authorities evacuate the area directly beneath Solies’ ship so that if he does 
destroy his ship as he threatened there will be as few witnesses as possible.
Host SM_Lilia says:
=/\==/\==/\==/\=Begin Mission=/\==/\==/\==/\=
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
:: on the bridge in deep thought ::
Host SM_Lilia says:
ACTION: All is seemingly quiet on the Montemorian system. Just to show you how small humanoids are ignored by the Universe
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
::enters the bridge still chewing some of the nutrition sticks::
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
::goes over last ship wide diagnostics in engineering::
Host SM_Lilia says:
<OPS Solie>CO: The BOP is hailing again
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
:: turns & acknowledges the XO's arrival in a non verbal manner ::
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
OPS: On Screen
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
CO: Sir, I have been thinking, if we are destroyed here Starfleet will have no way of knowing what is going on. Shall we get engineering to upload out reports onto a probe and launch it?
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
XO: that’s a rather pessimistic idea... but a good one :: nods at the suggestion ::
Host SM_Lilia says:
ACTION: Solies’ face is again on screen. Other than the Starfleet uniform he looks exactly like the guy at OPS
Aid_Star says:
::Walking through the corridor from his quarters to the TL::
Host Solie says:
COM:USS: Elara: Whatever arrangement you have with the Montemorians won't work. I need your final answer Captain
Host Solie says:
COM: USS Elara: If you don't cooperate with me I'll just ... disappear ::smiles::
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
::moves to a corner of the bridge:: *EO*: Mesme to McKnight.
Aid_Star says:
::Enters the TL and orders it to the bridge::
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
COM Solie: OK, we'll work with you
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
*XO*: McKnight here, go ahead commander ::looks at the diagnostic panel::
Host Solie says:
<EO Lt Yellow>EO: The warp core will not be stable until we get out of this subspace distorting field. Perhaps the Captain did not understand the gravity of the situation
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
::looks at the view screen for a moment:: *EO*: I’m sending a set of instructions to main engineering, can you get them implemented ASAP.
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
*XO*: implemented where?
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
COM Solie: we will need you to shut off that distortion field of yours though - its interfering with our systems
Host Solie says:
::frowns:: COM: USS Elara: No tricks Timrok! I just want you to go to the planet and, well and play yourself. While you do that, leave the Elara to me, I need her for a few demonstrations. After that we may even return her to Starfleet
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
EO_Yellow: Mr Yellow, the dampening field is almost ready
Aid_Star says:
::Exits the TL onto the bridge and heads for the command area, hoping for a vacant seat::
Host Solie says:
COM: USS Elara: You are really funny. I was your OPS remember? IU know exactly what the field does
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
::taps on a console and sends orders to upload all recent sensor and log data to a probe and launch it out of the system to contact Starfleet:: *EO*: Implemented now ensign.
Host Solie says:
<Lt Yellow>EO: That will only gives us one hour more
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
EO_Yellow: Well that would just have to be enough until we find a better solution
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
*XO:* Yes commander, I will take care of that info and the probe
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
COM Solie: But you were never an engineer, if you don’t shut it off our warp core is going to explode  - then neither of us is going to have much of a future here
Host Solie says:
COM: USS Elara: Well then, you just have to give me the Elara and get down to the planet in the next four hours
Aid_Star says:
::Spots a vacant seat next to the CO and sits down there::
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
COM Solie: As you wish... anything else?
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
::starts getting a probe ready::
Host Solie says:
COM: USS Elara: Yes, begin by beaming down to the coordinates I'll give you
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
COM Solie: What is there?
Host Solie says:
COM: USS Elara: Me and my associates, from there you will go to Montemor and I will have the Elara prefix code
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
*EO*: Any news on the dampening field yet?
Aid_Star says:
::Sits patiently, waiting for the captain to finish talking to Solie before addressing him::
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
*XO:* The dampening field emitters are in place and ready commander, we only need to plug them into a power source and they should work
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
*EO*: Then lets see if it works as it should, we need every extra minute that we can get
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
COM Solie: Fine, I’ll be waiting for the co-ordinates - Elara out :: signals OPS to cut the channel ::
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
*XO:* Make sure you tell the captain that we will get a hour, and not a minute more....
Host Solie says:
<OPS Solie>::cuts the channel::
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
::initiates the start up sequence on the field emitters:: *XO*: Emitters are online
Host SM_Lilia says:
<OPS Solie>CO: He has sent the coordinates, on the moon. That location is deserted at this point
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
CO: Sir, we cant go along with Solie, can we?
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
XO: absolutely not
Aid_Star says:
::Sees the conversation is over and leans in a bit to the captain:: CO: Captain... I was wondering.. Could I have a word with you?
Host SM_Lilia says:
ACTION: With a nearly invisible glow, the EO's field emitters become online, partially shielding the warp core
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
XO: but I can’t tell him that
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
CO: Engineering say that their dampening field will allow us to survive for an hour longer, but that’s it. They are currently configuring the probe.
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
*CO/XO:* Engineering to Bridge, the emitters are online, "T-" is one hour.
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
XO: alright
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
XO: We are still lacking an alternative however
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
CO: Until we can find all the torpedo launchers on the moon I don’t think we have one
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
EO_Yellow: Lieutenant, can you keep an eye on the emitter, I'm going to get the probe ready for launch?
Host SM_Lilia says:
<EO Lt Yellow>EO: Sounds good, I don’t like to talk to our bridge crew
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
::takes the data module and heads for the torpedo storage room::
Aid_Star says:
::coughs softly:: CO: Captain?
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
XO: Torpedo launchers on the moon, aren't my immediate concern, we can spend months scouring the surface for them at a later date, just now I want Solie
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
:: turns to Star somewhat surprised :: Star: yes?
Aid_Star says:
CO: I was just wondering whether I could have a word with you? ::Smiles::
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
:: raises his eyebrows :: Star: Is it relevant to our current situation?
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
::implants the data module in a class 8 probe and gets it ready for launch::
Aid_Star says:
CO: It is relevant in my investigation...
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
Star: which is...?
Aid_Star says:
::Sighs:: CO: Captain, I find your.. Lack... Of knowledge of my assignment.. Distressing..
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
Star: of course, since you have been so open and forthcoming
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
::chuckles at the Captains comment::
Aid_Star says:
CO: Captain... My assignment has been stated in your mission orders... I do hope you know them by heart.. ::Gets his padd out::
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
:: has a feeling he is about to be reminded ::
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
CO: Sir. I don’t think we can take Solie on the moon, he is bound to be too well defended, but if you can get him on the surface I think we have a chance
Aid_Star says:
::Turns to look at the captain:: CO: So? Do you? Know the orders by heart?
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
:: has a sudden thought :: XO: take us out of range of the moon before launching the probe
Host SM_Lilia says:
<OPS Solie>CO: He is asking what is taking you so long sir. I quote "Don’t try any tricks Timrok" ::gulps as he knows his voice is exactly the same as the other Solie's::
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
*XO*: Commander, the data probe is ready, you may fire at will.
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
CO: I don’t think Solie is going to let us do that, I was hoping the probe would get through on its own.
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
Star: your point?
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
XO: I’m tired of doing what Solie wants
Aid_Star says:
::Takes a note:: CO: My point, captain, is that you apparently lack knowledge over what you are to do on this mission.. I find that dangerous, and will note that in my report.. Now, in order to get a good view of this crew's capabilities, which was what I was ordered to investigate, I need to talk to you... Now..
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
::smiles at the CO and nods:: FCO: Move us away from the moon, give me and angle to launch the probe in relative safety
Host SM_Lilia says:
<FCO Immagy> XO: aye aye
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
::turns on Star:: Star: Mr. Star, we are currently in the middle of preventing a prime directive violation, and if my knowledge of the regulations is correct that supercedes all orders, even yours!
Host SM_Lilia says:
ACTION: The Elara moves from the safety of the moon to open space
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
Star: I look forward to reading your report, then soon after - throwing it in the bin, you want to talk here or in private?
Aid_Star says:
CO: Whichever you prefer.. ::Takes another note of the captain's seemingly stressed situation::
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
Star: ok then go right ahead
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
::moves over to the flight console and waits for a moment:: FCO: Launch the probe now, in a direct line between us and the moon.
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
XO: you have the ship for the time being
Aid_Star says:
::Looks down to his padd:: CO: You've been assigned to the Elara, when exactly?
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
::turns to the CO:: CO: Aye sir.
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
::leaves the torpedo bay and heads for the TL:: Computer: Bridge
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
*EO*: Mesme to McKnight. I need something else from you ensign, I need a way to locate the captain that isnt detectable by anyone but us
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
*XO:* One moment commander, be right with you ::takes the TL to the bridge::
Host SM_Lilia says:
ACTION: The probe is launched from the Elara's torpedo launchers, heading out of the system
Host OPS_Solie says:
CO: The Bird of Prey has just de-cloaked
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
::enters the bridge:: XO: You were saying commander?
Host OPS_Solie says:
CO: She is moving and locking weapons on the probe
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
FCO: Get us within weapons range of that ship.
Host OPS_Solie says:
CO: Her disruptors are fully powered
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
::gets to the engineering console and monitors the situation getting ready to transfer power::
Host OPS_Solie says:
ACTION: On the view screen Montemor IV can be seen approaching, with the BOP directly opposite to it but still very close to the atmosphere
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
EO: I need some way of detecting the captain if he beams to the surface but no-one but us must be able to detect the signal
Host OPS_Solie says:
ACTION: The Bird Of Prey fires on the probe sending it to tatters
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
XO: we can put a mobile pattern enhancer on his boot ::grins::
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
EO: Get one ready.
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
XO: I will set it to emit a low band frequency so only we will be able to detect it....
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
::turns to the officer at tactical:: TO: Disable his engines.
Host OPS_Solie says:
CO: BOP is hailing
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
::gets down to engineering and sets up a small bracelet with a signal beacon on it::
Host OPS_Solie says:
ACTION: As the TO in charge nods, he turns to his console and presses buttons. Quickly the Elara fires on the BOP disabling its nacelles
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
:: pulls out his own PADD :: Star: I joined the Elara on Stardate 9910.05
Host OPS_Solie says:
XO: Something just beamed off the BOP
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
Star: but surely you knew that
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
OPS: Where has it beamed to?
Aid_Star says:
::Nods:: CO: I did.. So, you joined her a long time ago.. Climbed through the ranks on this ship... You must have a bond with her...
Host OPS_Solie says:
XO: Unknown. Either the moon of the planet's surface I suppose
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
::enters the bridge carrying the patter enhancer bracelet:: XO: Here you go commander, the captain needs to put it on his arm or leg and we should be able to detect him
Host OPS_Solie says:
XO: Something is de-cloaking on the moon, it appears to be a small shuttle
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
::grumbles:: OPS: Lock a tractor beam on the BOP FCO: Once the beam is engaged move the BOP away from the planet, if it explodes I don’t want any debris hitting the atmosphere
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
::mumbles:: OPS: How many ships does he have?
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
Star: with this ship? well actually this isn't the same ship i joined, in fact that ship was lost so no your assumption is incorrect
Host OPS_Solie says:
ACTION: FCO and OPS acknowledge the XO
Aid_Star says:
::Nods:: CO: Ah... Would you care to elaborate as to the circumstances? And please, use your own words, and describe your feelings at the time... Also the ones outside the official reports...
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
::makes the tractor beam stable::
Host OPS_Solie says:
ACTION: On the view screen, a small, non standard shuttle lifts the moon and makes its way out of the system
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
Star: No I wouldn't, and I have nothing to add out with my duty log at the time
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
Star: next question?
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
OPS: Did you get any scans of that shuttle before it left the system, who was onboard?
Host OPS_Solie says:
ACTION: The shuttle engages its warp engines....
Host OPS_Solie says:
::shakes head:: XO: The shuttle has a shield, I can't penetrate it with scans
Host OPS_Solie says:
ACTION: The shuttle is gone from the system. So is the subspace-dampening field
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
Self: Interesting
Aid_Star says:
::Sighs, taking note of the captain's refusal to release the information:: CO: Have you, in the time you've been assigned, ever been involved, either directly or indirectly, in a conflict?
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
OPS: Do you have it on sensors still?
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
XO: Commander, the subspace field is gone
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
:: despite being engaged by Aid star is still remaining aware of what’s happening on the bridge ::
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
XO: Warp core readings are back to normal
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
EO: Understood.
Host OPS_Solie says:
ACTION: The Elara is now left towing a BOP silently through space
Host OPS_Solie says:
ACTION: On the moon a small bunker de-cloaks
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
*EO_Lt_Yellow:* Lieutenant, you can take the dampening field offline now, conditions are back to normal
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
Star: Mr Star, every day is a conflict on some level
Host OPS_Solie says:
XO: Its gone now commander. It left an odd warp trail, I don't even know if it's real. a small construction on the moon has de-cloaked. No life signs
Host OPS_Solie says:
<EO Yellow>*EO*: Acknowledged. Good work Ensign
Aid_Star says:
CO: I understand that... Maybe I should be more specific... Were you ever involved in a conflict between two crewmembers, either as one of the parties involved, as captain or first officer, or perhaps as a witness?
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
:: smiles in a pseudo helpful way to Aid Star ::
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
::sits down in his chair:: *CO*: Mesme to Timrok, we have the BOP in tow sir, however Solie may have got away from us.
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
:: peers at Star :: Star: yes Mr Star more than I care to remember.. why don’t you just ask what you really want to know?
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
*XO* Alright Commander, good work
Aid_Star says:
CO: Captain! ::Tries not to raise his voice too much:: I am doing just that! I need to have some background information on you.. On your personal situation, and how it relates to your performance on the job! I'd suggest you be a bit more cooperative... I don't have to remind you about your orders again, do I?
XO_Cmdr_Mesme says:
*EO*: Mesme to McKnight, I have a Bird of Prey that needs investigating, assemble an engineering team and report to transporter room 1, I will have a security team meet you there.
EO_Ens_McKnight says:
*XO:* Acknowledged commander, I have a detail team on stand by and we are En Route to TRoom 1
Host CO_Cpt_Timrok says:
Star: you want background information? -read my service record, read my duty logs -that’s why I wrote them, now I’m not going to spend anymore time trying to second guess what you want, if you have something specific to ask me then feel free but I don’t have the time or the inclination to discuss five years of service with you
Host OPS_Solie says:
ACTION: All is apparently calm, in the darkness of the Captain's Ready Room an image blinks on his screen "This is the last bird of prey you cost me Timrok. Next time we meet it will be the last"
Host OPS_Solie says:
=/\==/\==/\==/\=End Mission=/\==/\==/\==/\=
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