=/\= U.S.S. Elara Stardate 10807.27 "The Alpha and the Beta, part V"=/\=

The USS Elara is en route to the Tartarus Beta system. The vessel is taking a group of representatives from Tartarus Alfa IV, a planet doomed for extinction. So far the diplomatic events have proceeded with only some minor setbacks.

The Elara is to confirm that Tartarus Beta III is ready for colonization and that it meets the Tartarian needs. Captain Bodine is arranging an official dinner en route. In the mean time, the crew is taking care of last minute details.

=/\= =/\= =/\= Resume Mission =/\= =/\= =/\=

ATION: While preparations are underway for the official dinner with the Tartarians, the President and his ministers enjoy a long iodine bath

CO Capt Bodine says:
::on the bridge he glances at the chronometer ::

OPS LtCmdr Tar says:
::in his quarters, changing to dress uniform::

SO Hakkinen says:
CO: I have the final science report on the probe to Tartarus Beta III

Mesme says:
::in his quarters meditating as he has done so often these past few days::

CO Capt Bodine says:
SO: Wonderful, you can just send the report to my files, but any major issues that I should know about off hand?

FCO Cmdr Jackson says:
::On the bridge, at the helm console, monitoring their course and route up ahead::

TO Raddish says:
::outside the VIP quarters, taps his badge::*CTO*: Raddish to Boktor

CO Capt Bodine says:
FCO: What is our ETA Commander?

CTO LtJG Boktor says:
*TO*: Go ahead Raddish.

FCO Cmdr Jackson says:
::Without turning around:: CO: 35 hours, 47 minutes, give or take a few seconds.

CO Capt Bodine says:
FCO: And how long have you been on the Bridge today Commander?

SO Hakkinen says:
CO: Nothing that was now known before. The major problem will be the increase in iodine we will have to put on the water. Until we arrive and gather more data we cannot tell what it will do to the ecosystem. Then the planet's surface is only 60% covered with water and not 80% like in Tartarus Alfa IV but it should be enough for the current tartarian population

TO Raddish says:
*CTO*: I understand the Tartarians will be allowed to leave their quarters in 15 minutes. What are your instructions about escorting them?

CO Capt Bodine says:
SO: I had a funny feeling about those iodine levels. What will we need to raise the oceans overall concentration of it?

OPS LtCmdr Tar says:
::leaves his quarters to head for the bridge::

CTO LtJG Boktor says:
*TO*: I'll get back to that. Let me think.

TO Raddish says:
*CTO*: Acknowledged

CTO LtJG Boktor says:
CO: What escort do you want for the Tartarians, when they leave quarters?

OPS LtCmdr Tar says:
::arrives at the bridge::

FCO Cmdr Jackson says:
::Glances at the time indicator on his console:: CO: Ever since my shift started, sir... Some 6 hours ago now..

CO Capt Bodine says:
CTO: They are not Prisoners Chief, just a couple guards to follow behind as needed for guidance and protection. They were never to be restricted on the ship for the most part just kept out of sensitive areas.

SO Hakkinen says:
CO: It will take a while but Starfleet crews can assemble a big enough solar replicator to create the iodine as the colonization process begins. It should not be a problem

CTO LtJG Boktor says:
CO: Roger that sir. You know how I think about it. Better be safe than sorry. But I will go with your thought.

OPS LtCmdr Tar says:
::walks over to the CO:: CO: Captain, you've wanted to meet?

CO Capt Bodine says:
FCO: Take a break commander and you might get your dress uniform on as well. Lost can take helm.

Ens Lost says:
::looks up from tactical 2 at the sound of his name::

CTO LtJG Boktor says:
*TO*:  I suggest you take a few guards and follow the party.

FCO Cmdr Jackson says:
::Looks around at the captain for a moment, before nodding and getting up:: CO: Thank you sir.

CO Capt Bodine says:
OPS: Yah, sit down ::motions to the XO's seat to his right::

TO Raddish says:
*CTO*: Me sir? Should you escort them? I am just a junior officer

OPS LtCmdr Tar says:
::nods and takes the seat::

Ens Lost says:
::walks past Jackson grinning at him::

FCO Cmdr Jackson says:
::Just nods at Lost, wondering what he's grinning about::

CTO LtJG Boktor says:
*TO*: Well... I uhm will be joining you soon. I have to run a few programs.  Following a couple of people is not that difficult.

Ens Lost says:
::sits down and snaps his fingers in front of his face, arms stretched, before tapping the console to ask for diagnostics::

CO Capt Bodine says:
::notes Tar's dress uniform:: OPS: Looks Good Commander. Now tell me what where your impressions of the Tartarians on the planet? Are they Peaceful? Do they seem at all interested in really joining the Federation or do you think they are just using us this one time? Also how do they seem to be coping with this major move?

TO Raddish says:
*CTO*: As you wish sir, I will take them to the tranquil nebula

CTO LtJG Boktor says:
CO: Do you want me to personally guard our Guests?

CTO LtJG Boktor says:
*TO*: Take it easy.  hehe. CTO out.

FCO Cmdr Jackson says:
::Exits the bridge, entering the turbolift, and directs it to a stop near his quarters::

CO Capt Bodine says:
CTO: I, Well.. I don't know. Hold on

CTO LtJG Boktor says:
::Walks over to the CO. quitting his work.::

CO Capt Bodine says:
OPS: What other races if any reside in this system. Any indication that the Tartarians have ever made any enemies with any of them?

OPS LtCmdr Tar says:
CO: Well, captain, to me the Tartarians seem to be a peaceful species. Thoughtful, acting through ratio. And... ::sighs:: they can be slow...

CO Capt Bodine says:
CTO: There is no indication at this point of any threat or risk of aggression from any outside influence in regards to our guests. So, use your best judgment.

OPS LtCmdr Tar says:
CO: I don't recall them making contact with other species in this sector before. They have achieved warp capabilities as well as one other species. Furthermore there are 3 pre-warp civilizations in this system.

CO Capt Bodine says:
OPS: 3 others you say? And none of the other systems are expected to be adversely effected by Tartarian Alpha's dying star?

FCO Cmdr Jackson says:
::Enters his quarters after a short walk from the turbolift and heads towards his bed::

CTO LtJG Boktor says:
CO: I get you. I check now at the TO and again at a later stadium.

OPS LtCmdr Tar says:
CO: Not that I know of sir.

CO Capt Bodine says:
CTO: We will use the observation lounge for the reception. Make the preparations will you please.

TO Raddish says:
*CTO*: This is Raddish again

CO Capt Bodine says:
CTO: Oh and lieutenant, the Bynars where put in charge of setup so if you could see that they don't need further assistance that would be great. ::gives a look::

CTO LtJG Boktor says:
::Looks at the captain like he lost his mind.. :: CO: SIR?

CTO LtJG Boktor says:
TO*: Raddish go ahead.

CO Capt Bodine says:
CTO: You heard me, besides everyone needs a chance to redeem themselves and besides they where the only ones not doing anything important at the time ..

CO Capt Bodine says:
OPS: Alright anything else you can think of that I might want to bring up at dinner Commander?

TO Raddish says:
*CTO*: I have the guest taking drinks at the lounge. They seem to be enjoying themselves but we are on top of the hour for the reception. Should I bring them up or are we running late?

CTO LtJG Boktor says:
Self: I guess I buy myself a dress I guess. *TO*: I be down in a few minutes.

OPS LtCmdr Tar says:
CO: Perhaps you can apologize again for the little incident what happened on the planet and link that to the efforts we'll make to get the iodine levels on their new world to the right levels?

TO Raddish says:
*CTO*: Acknowledged

CO Capt Bodine says:
OPS: That is an superb Idea. I should poit out how it made us more aware of the issue and how serious it could be. So now we will take the proper steps the ensure safety.

CTO LtJG Boktor says:
::Walks over to the TL and turns around before entering. Shaking his head and enters the TL.::

FCO Cmdr Jackson says:
::Pulls a dress uniform from the closet and starts changing into it::

OPS LtCmdr Tar says:
::nods:: CO: My idea sir. It shows we have the ability to adapt to their needs.

CTO LtJG Boktor says:
::Exits the TL and heads towards the lounge.::

CO Capt Bodine says:
OPS: I have to get my dress uniform on you have the Bridge, you should come down  for the reception in about 20 minutes. I would like to have you there.

OPS LtCmdr Tar says:
::nods:: CO: Go get dressed properly sir.

CO Capt Bodine says:
::gets up and enters the turbo-lift::

ACTION: The CTO finds the lounge being prepared, with yeoman and civilians still finishing decorations and setting up the large round table

OPS LtCmdr Tar says:
::takes place in the captain's chair::

CTO LtJG Boktor says:
::Looks around, and thinks of changing job. But it might have a nice taste afterwards.::

FCO Cmdr Jackson says:
::Finishes dressing and adjusts his uniform one last time, watching himself in the mirror, then turns to the door and leaves his quarters::

CTO LtJG Boktor says:
::Does not see the TO.:: *TO*: Where are you? I am in the observation lounge.

TO Raddish says:
*CTO*: Oh I am in the tranquil nebula. I will join you with the guests in a few minutes

CIV Dr 1010 says:
::Standing on top of a hover platform, desperately trying to finish up with the decorations before the Captain will order them to perform another mundane task:: 0101: Who's idea was this again?

CIV Dr 0101 says:
::Stares blankly at the direction of the floating platform with dread as it wobbles around under 1010's weight:: 1010: Captain's orders, for the fourth time. 

CTO LtJG Boktor says:
*TO*: Well join me. I will wait here for you

TO Raddish says:
*CTO*: Acknowledged

ACTION: In the corridors outside of tranquil nebula and in the lift, the crew is surprised to see a grouo of 4 amphibians, wearing only minimal golden clothing (if you can call it that) following a rushing TO

CO Capt Bodine says:
::in his quarters now getting dressed up::

FCO Cmdr Jackson says:
::Enters the turbolift again and orders it to the observation lounge::

ACTION: The 4 Tartarians arrive in the Observation lounge with Ensign Raddish

CIV Dr 1010 says:
::Moves to stand on the tips of her toes as she attempts to reach a spot she couldn't quite reach before:: 1010: For one's sake, 0101. We're Doctors, not bloody internal decorators! ::Cries in fear as she almost loses her balance:: I hate this ship!

CIV Dr 0101 says:
::Rolls her eyes at 1010's words:: 1010: Will you settle down already? Not like you protested when he suggested it. And will you please... ::Yells as 1010 almost falls down from the platform:: Stop that!

TO Raddish says:
CTO: This is President Rerar and his ministers

CTO LtJG Boktor says:
::Looks in to the direction of the noise.:: TO: Thank you.

CTO LtJG Boktor says:
Rerar: Sir I am the CTO. I am responsible for security over here. But on ths occasion, I say welcome in the Observation Lounge.

President Rerar says:
CTO: Your drink good! This Troll, Mola and Kratik

CO Capt Bodine says:
::in his full dress attire he makes for the Observation lounge::

President Rerar says:
::points to the other Tartarians:: CTO: Room nice. I know dwarfs ::points at the CIVs:: CIV: Feeling better?

FCO Cmdr Jackson says:
::Exits the turbolift and enters the observation lounge, noticing some people have already made it down::

CTO LtJG Boktor says:
::Raises an eyebrow.:: Rerar: I back you pardon sir? I do not drink while I am on duty.

President Rerar says:
CTO: Oh I am sorry. Raddish gave us drink, we took it

CIV Dr 1010 says:
::Glances down in distaste::

CIV Dr 0101 says:
::Offers the president her most charming smile:: Rerar: Me no speak Federation standard, desculpa. ::Shrugs her shoulders::

CTO LtJG Boktor says:
Rerar: Well it is tasty... but not good at higher quantities. Enjoy yourselves. Over there is a nice seat with a good view.

President Rerar says:
CTO: Dwarfs strange ::points at the CIVs and the follows the CTO to the designated seats::

FCO Cmdr Jackson says:
::Wonders what the seating arrangements are, and walks around the room to see whether there are signs on the table::

CTO LtJG Boktor says:
Rerar: They can be odd yes. But they are very reliable, And your language is new to our universal translator, ::Easing a bit up.::

CIV Dr 1010 says:
::Finishes with the last of the signs and takes a moment to inspect her work:: 0101: Job well done, don't you think?

CIV Dr 0101 says:
::Nods in agreement::

CIV Dr 1010 says:
::Nods as well and turns her hover platform around:: All: Watch your heads! ::Maneuvers the platform towards the side-room of the lounge, making an effort not to hit anyone::

CIV Dr 0101 says:
::Follows the platform from behind, making sure to keep her distance from it::

ACTION: The room is taking shape now. The Tartarians are all scattered through the table, for some reason they decided not to stick together

CO Capt Bodine says:
::arrives in the Observation lounge::

CTO LtJG Boktor says:
Rerar: Is everything to your satisfaction?

President Rerar says:
CTO: We not notice. Universal translator marvelous invention. Perhaps with it we not had war

FCO Cmdr Jackson says:
::Looks at the tartarians and tries to guess which one of them is their head of naval services::

President Rerar says:
CTO: Yes very nice

CO Capt Bodine says:
::looks around at all those assembled::

CO Capt Bodine says:
::finds a seat near the President::

OPS LtCmdr Tar says:
::decides it's about time to head for the Observation Lounge:: Solie: You have the bridge.

Solie says:
OPS: Aye sir

Ens Lost says:
::visibly angry::

OPS LtCmdr Tar says:
::heads for the Observation Lounge::

President Rerar says:
CO: Captain Bodine. Very nice ship!

CO Capt Bodine says:
::smiles towards the Bynars and Mesme:: CIVs: Looking good in here ::wonders what is in the menu::

CO Capt Bodine says:
Rerar: You flatter me, I am new to the Elara as well. The ship is really what this fine crew before you had made of it well before I took command. But thank you.

FCO Cmdr Jackson says:
::Takes a guess at Mola, and takes a seat next to him::

CO Capt Bodine says:
Rerar: where the baths in the VIP quarters to your liking Mr. President? 

President Rerar says:
CO: Yes Very nice Captain. Perhaps too warm but nice ::smiles and pats Bodine on the shoulder very strongly::

CIV Dr 1010 says:
::Returns back to the room, accompanied by 0101 and a dozen or so random crew members serving trays of food::

CIV Dr 0101 says:
All: Dinner is served!

=/\= =/\= =/\= Pause Mission =/\= =/\= =/\=

DRAMATIS PERSONAE

Mike Johnson is Captain John Bodine (CO – Commanding Officer)
Rob van den Dungen is Lieutenant Commander Dalin Tar (OPS – Operations Officer)
Rob Bindels is Lieutenant Junior Grade Antonius Boktor (CTO – Chief Tactical Officer)
Eldad Ben-Tovim is Doctors 1010 & 0101 (CIVs – Advisors, Starfleet Corps of Engineers’)

Lilia Perfeito as SO Hakkinen, Mesme, TO Raddish, Ens Lost, President Rerar and Solie.

Stardate: 10807.27
Arc Title: “The Alpha and the Beta”
Part: Fifth
Mission Number: 435
Ship Manager: Lilia Perfeito
Arc Creator: Lilia Perfeito

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