USS PENDRAGON◄►NCC – 42662
Crew :
Coot Thomas as CO, Captain Pindari Rofax
Eli Irvin as XO, Commander Elisha Irvin
Jack Farfri as FCO, Ensign David Anthony White
Sandy Prestedge as OPS, Lt. Commadner  Jordan Elizabeth Pettygrove
Kyle Merrifield as CTO, Ensign Brian Newind IV
Len Liu as TO, Ensign Len Liu
Dylan Jenkinson as CSO, Lieutenant Edward Sebastian Toms
Jeff Brown as CEO, Lieutenant JG Albaron Thraxis
Jane Rowley as CNS, Commander Mikal Luchena
Ship Manager: Catherine Campos

Special Guest: Jan Woody as MO_Tribble

Absent:
Kieth LaHue as EO, Ensign Jose Damien

Yours or Mine?  Part 8

Captain's Log - SD 10410.02

The trial of the Pendragon crew is wrapping up and Lt. White has done a remarkable job.  However, as well a job as he has done, the Zircon's present health appears to of greater concern, although the Senior Staff could be moments away from death.

If we die, we will die trying to save ourselves, the Zircon, and the Pendragon.

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

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::stands beside the defense table:: All: I would like to call Albaron Thraxis

CTO_Ens_Newind says:
::watching intently, waiting for the final judgment::

XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
::sitting patiently as testimony ends::

OPS_LtCmdr_Pettigrove says:
::sits there watching the trial::

CEO_LtJG_Thraxis says:
:: stands, makes his way to the witness box ::

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::walks in front of the witness stand and nods to the CEO::

TO_Ens_Liu says:
::waiting to see what happens next::

CEO_LtJG_Thraxis says:
:: takes his place ::

OPS_LtCmdr_Pettigrove says:
::smiles at Albaron::

FCO_LtJg_White says:
CEO: You are Albaron correct?

CEO_LtJG_Thraxis says:
FCO: Correct.

FCO_LtJg_White says:
CEO: What is your position?

Host CO_Capt_Rofax says:
::locks his eyes onto the CEO and remains stoic, hanging onto his every word::

CNS_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::sitting quietly::

CSO_Toms says:
::sitting waiting::

CEO_LtJG_Thraxis says:
FCO: I am Chief Engineering Officer of the Federation Starship USS Pendragon.

FCO_LtJg_White says:
CEO: What do you do in that posetion?

CEO_LtJG_Thraxis says:
FCO: I am responsible for the maintenance of all systems aboard ship.

FCO_LtJg_White says:
CEO: What is your home planet?

CEO_LtJG_Thraxis says:
FCO: Trill Prime.

FCO_LtJg_White says:
CEO: What is the name of your race?

CEO_LtJG_Thraxis says:
FCO: I am a Trill.

FCO_LtJg_White says:
CEO: You are capable of carrying a symbiont?

CEO_LtJG_Thraxis says:
FCO: Yes.

FCO_LtJg_White says:
CEO: Have you carried a symbiont?

CEO_LtJG_Thraxis says:
FCO: Yes.

FCO_LtJg_White says:
CEO: Do you now possess said symbiont?

CEO_LtJG_Thraxis says:
FCO: No.

FCO_LtJg_White says:
CEO: What is the name of said symbiont?

CEO_LtJG_Thraxis says:
FCO: Thraxis.

FCO_LtJg_White says:
CEO: Was your superior contacted regarding the removal of said symbiont?

CEO_LtJG_Thraxis says:
FCO: No.

FCO_LtJg_White says:
CEO: Do you recall what occurred on stardate 10408.21?

CEO_LtJG_Thraxis says:
FCO: I believe that the senior staff was attending a reception given by the Jolians.

FCO_LtJg_White says:
CEO: Do you recall being made aware of the laws of this planet, at any time prior to your arrest?

CEO_LtJG_Thraxis says:
FCO: No.

FCO_LtJg_White says:
CEO: How long have you been aboard the Pendragon?

CEO_LtJG_Thraxis says:
FCO: Roughly six months.

FCO_LtJg_White says:
CEO: How often in that posetion have you called upon your symbiont's knowledge?

Host CO_Capt_Rofax says:
::looks toward Pascha and the Zircon to try and read how they are taking all this in::

XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
::paying intent attention to the FCOs and CEOs exchange::

CEO_LtJG_Thraxis says:
FCO: Virtually every day. An earlier host, Malia, served aboard a Federation starship about a century ago.

Host Pascha says:
::is examining her nails::

FCO_LtJg_White says:
CEO: Will the removal of the symbiont affect your ability to perform your duties as Chief Engineer?

CEO_LtJG_Thraxis says:
FCO: Absolutely. For one thing, removal of the symbiont has virtually guaranteed that I will be dead within days.

Host Pascha says:
<Zircon> ::is looking rather pale and sweaty::

FCO_LtJg_White says:
CEO: Thank you. ::turns away than turns back:: CEO: One more question please.

FCO_LtJg_White says:
CEO: Do you know the current location of the Thraxis symbiote?

CEO_LtJG_Thraxis says:
FCO: Yes. It has been implanted into the Zircon -- unsuccessfully.

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::Returns to the defense table and sits:: ALL: I have no further questions.

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::looks at Pascha::

XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
::leans over to the CO and whispers::  CO: The Zircon...   He ain't lookin too hot...   Ya think rejection is setting in?

Host Pascha says:
::nods and looks to the magistrates::

Host Pascha says:
::stands:: FCO: Do you have a closing statement to make?

Host CO_Capt_Rofax says:
XO: I am positive it already has....

FCO_LtJg_White says:
Pascha: I have one further witness to Call.

CTO_Ens_Newind says:
::thinks: "The end is nigh.."::

CEO_LtJG_Thraxis says:
:: leaves the witness box and sits down next to Pettigrove ::

OPS_LtCmdr_Pettigrove says:
::whispers:: CEO:  How are you doing?

Host Pascha says:
::raises a delicate brow::

Host Pascha says:
FCO: Yes?

TO_Ens_Liu says:
::thinks to himself, "This is some good stuff goin' on!"::

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::stands:: All: I would like to question the blessed Zircon.

CEO_LtJG_Thraxis says:
:: whispers ::  OPS: Feeling a little shaky, but otherwise OK. Whatever that doctor gave me has quieted my demons... for now.

Host CO_Capt_Rofax says:
::waits for the reaction to the request::

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::looks at Pascha::

CTO_Ens_Newind says:
::resists an urge to ask for something to eat.. like popcorn.. or chocolate::

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::folds his hands behind his back and stands at ease::

OPS_LtCmdr_Pettigrove says:
::whispers:: CEO:  If you need help let me know ...

CEO_LtJG_Thraxis says:
:: smiles wanly, nods ::

Host Pascha says:
::looks back impassively:: FCO: Most unusual. I hope you will refrain from getting yourself killed before the trial ends.

XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
::wispers::  CO: I'm not up on my trill physiology...  How long can the symbiont last if the host is in rejection?

Host Pascha says:
<Zircon> ::looks at the FCO grumpily::

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::Raises an eyebrow:: Pascha: That is my intent.

Host CO_Capt_Rofax says:
XO: Last I can recall, 12-24 hours at best.  And that may be pushing matters.....

TO_Ens_Liu says:
::Gives Pascha an intense look following her comment.::

FCO_LtJg_White says:
Zircon: You are the political and spiritual leader of this planet correct?

Host Pascha says:
<Zircon> FCO: Yes.

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::smiles disarmingly:: Zircon: How long have you held this position?

Host Pascha says:
<Zircon> FCO: 12 years.

Host Pascha says:
<Zircon>::still looking ill::

MO_Tribble says:
XO: I'll be ready for whatever I need to do.

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::continues smiling:: Zircon: How long would you expect to live?

XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
::nods to the MO most unobtrusively::

FCO_LtJg_White says:
Zircon: Just give the court a general idea based on your observations.

Host Pascha says:
<Zircon> FCO: Many more years....40 or more.

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::keeps smiling:: Zircon: And I hope that you enjoy them in peace.  In your twelve years how many symbionts have you had?

TO_Ens_Liu says:
::thinks to himself "wishful thinking"::

Host Pascha says:
::frowns:: FCO: That is classified information, Lt. Next question.

Host CO_Capt_Rofax says:
~~~ Pascha:  The Zircon looks unwell.  Please allow us to redeem ourselves. ~~~

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::glances at Pascha and bows his head than returns to looking at the Zircon:: Zircon: Than I take it you have had more than one.  How do you normally react?

Host Pascha says:
::glares at Rofax and remains unmoved::

XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
::wispers to the CO in a bit of an agitated fit::  CO: I know we are hardly in a position to point it out, but I don't think that Pascha can direct questioning::

Host Pascha says:
::looks at the FCO:: FCO: Personal questions will not be tolerated, Lt. You are treading on glass here.

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::bows to Pascha and sighs:: Pascha: Very well.

MO_Tribble says:
::looks carefully at FCO::

FCO_LtJg_White says:
Zircon: There is a natural source of symbionts correct?

XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
::whispers again, a bit more agitated::  CO: Captain, I really wish you would interject...  Who is running this trial?  Pascha or the magistrates?

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::looks at Pascha waiting for an interjection::

Host CO_Capt_Rofax says:
::leans over::  XO: In our culture, I would agree that, no, the prosecution cannot interrupt without warrant... it lies solely with the judge.  Here however, those rules may not apply.

Host Pascha says:
<Zircon> FCO: Yes.

XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
CO: I would agree Captain, but in this case it could cost us all our lives if something is not said...   

MO_Tribble says:
OPS: What an odd situation.

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::blinks and nodds his head to Pascha:: Zircon: Than what is the purpose of taking the symbiote from Mr Alberon?

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::looks at the Zircon again::

XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
::leans forward in the chair, propping self on the table::

OPS_LtCmdr_Pettigrove says:
::looks over at the MO:: MO:  If we weren't fighting for our lives it would be classified as a joke ...

Host Pascha says:
<Zircon> FCO: It carries our history.

Host CO_Capt_Rofax says:
::whispers::  XO: Without explicit kowledge of their trial and procedural laws, I must leave this in Lt. White's hands.  If he senses inappropriate conduct or disrespect on Pascha's part, it is his determination to raise the objection.

FCO_LtJg_White says:
Zircon: Why was it not taken form the natural source?

Host Pascha says:
<Zircon> FCO: Lack of availability, I guess. ::looks over at Pascha impatiently::

XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
::looks back to the CO, then back to the front of the hearing chamber with an obviously frustrated look on his face::

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::bows deeply to the Zircon:: Zircon: I thank you for your time blessed one.

Host Pascha says:
::stands::

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::bows to the court:: All I have no further questions.

Host Pascha says:
FCO: Closing remarks?

Host CO_Capt_Rofax says:
::places his hand on the XO's forearm with a "I know" look in his eyes and then returns his attention to the Zircon::

FCO_LtJg_White says:
Pascha: I have two movements to make before my closing remarks, if the court would stand them.

Host Pascha says:
FCO: Make it quick, Lt. You are trying our patience.

XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
::looks over to the CO and smiles, then leans back in his chair, still frustrated, but slightly reassured by equal frustration::

CTO_Ens_Newind says:
::starts a light rocking, back and forth, repeating in a whisper "Hope"::

Host CO_Capt_Rofax says:
::thinks Pascha may need some anger management classes... she is annoyed by everything::

MO_Tribble says:
CTO: It will be OK.

CTO_Ens_Newind says:
::turns to the MO:: MO: Will it?

FCO_LtJg_White says:
ALL: I would move that this case be dismissed.  Honored Pascha has presented no evidence that a crime was commited, nor has she presented any evidence that the accused had knowladge of the law.

Host Pascha says:
::looks amused:: FCO: And the next?

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::Furrows his eyebrows for a moment:: Pascha: The next I would move that all punishment fall to me.

CTO_Ens_Newind says:
::almost jumps at the FCO's statement::

OPS_LtCmdr_Pettigrove says:
::looks at the FCO:: FCO:  No!

Host Pascha says:
::again looks amused::

CEO_LtJG_Thraxis says:
:: stares at Lt White in disbelief ::

CSO_LT_Toms says:
::turns to look at the FCO::

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::ignores the response from the table and continues to stand at ease::

XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
::stands, leaning with hands on the table::

Host Pascha says:
All: The magistrates will return their verdict momentarily. They are conferring.

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::stays still::

CTO_Ens_Newind says:
::in a voice so low that the FCO can't hear him:: FCO: I hope you know what you are doing..

Action: The magistrates haven't moved from their seats.

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::nods and hopes he knows what he's doing::

Host CO_Capt_Rofax says:
::goes to stand, but knows it will not make a difference and slumps back into his chair::

Host Pascha says:
::nods and stands:: All: the decision has been made.

OPS_LtCmdr_Pettigrove says:
CO:  Captain, you cannot allow him to do this ...

TO_Ens_Liu says:
Self: Now their is a man of great honor.

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::bows his head and closes his eyes::

Host CO_Capt_Rofax says:
FCO: Please sit.

Host Pascha says:
FCO: Lt White, you have impressed us all with your honor, diligence, and most of all, manners.

Host Pascha says:
FCO: Your first motion is dismissed without merit as we are a telepathic society.

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::nods::

CTO_Ens_Newind says:
::holds back a scoff in fear of ruining the FCO's awesome and amazing work::

CTO_Ens_Newind says:
XO: He gets a Promotion for this right?

Host Pascha says:
FCO: The second motion is dismissed because your are a honorable and polite man..an asset to your race.

Host Pascha says:
All: Please stand.

CTO_Ens_Newind says:
::stands quite quickly::

CSO_LT_Toms says:
::stands::

CEO_LtJG_Thraxis says:
:: stands ::

Host CO_Capt_Rofax says:
::does so::

OPS_LtCmdr_Pettigrove says:
::stands::

CNS_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::pushes his chair back and stands::

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::bites his tongue and winces:: Pascha: I would like to make a closing statement.

TO_Ens_Liu says:
::stands::

XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
::stands and whispers::  CTO: In whatever fleet....  or existence we end up serving....

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::blinks and clears his mind::

Host Pascha says:
All: While we deplore your behavior, your inelegance, and lack of manners, we do understand that not every person can be as above reproach as we are.

CNS_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::clenches his fists::

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::picks up his notes from the table and holds them behind his back::

MO_Tribble says:
::tries not to laugh::

CTO_Ens_Newind says:
::stares at Pascha::

Host CO_Capt_Rofax says:
::shows no expression, expecting such a comment::

OPS_LtCmdr_Pettigrove says:
::thinks to herself "yeah, right" ::

CTO_Ens_Newind says:
::hopes the crew is careful about what they think::

XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
::standing at attention to keep from laughing, looking down the line, expecting the crew to follow suit::

Host Pascha says:
All: While this rudeness would not be tolerated by any noble society.....it has been decided that if one of you...namely Lt. White, can show such manners, then there is hope for you all.

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::looks at Pascha and thinks to himself 'I would like to make a closing argument'::

CTO_Ens_Newind says:
::coughs::

MO_Tribble says:
::looks appreciatively at Lt. White::

Host Pascha says:
All: Please do not think that this means that all is forgiven and that your are off scot free.

CTO_Ens_Newind says:
Self: Always a catch..

XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
::raises an eyebrow::

Host CO_Capt_Rofax says:
::looks to the Zircon, wondering if he is going to be okay::

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::bows his head and closes his eyes::

Host Pascha says:
All: The Ship will be returned to you. You will be returned to the ship...the symbiont will remain here.

MO_Tribble says:
::looks shocked::

TO_Ens_Liu says:
::does not like it one bit::

XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
::stiffens his lower lip::

MO_Tribble says:
XO: Commander, that won't work.

OPS_LtCmdr_Pettigrove says:
::glances over at Albaron and pats his arm to show her support::

Host CO_Capt_Rofax says:
::hopes the CEO had gone deaf just minutes prior to that announcement::

Host Pascha says:
All: You are banned from the Jewel of the Universe and will be removed to your own quadrant. Should you attempt to return you....and your Federation, will be destroyed.

CEO_LtJG_Thraxis says:
:: shows no reaction to the announcement ::

Host Pascha says:
All: Be grateful that we have shown you mercy.

CTO_Ens_Newind says:
::thinks: "Yeah.. our Federation destroyed by you.. We'll see about that.."::

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::keeps his head bowed and doesn’t move::

Action: The Zircon collapses.

CTO_Ens_Newind says:
SELF: So grateful..

CTO_Ens_Newind says:
::snaps his head toward the Zircon::

CEO_LtJG_Thraxis says:
:: steps forward, addresses the court ::

OPS_LtCmdr_Pettigrove says:
::sees the Zircon collapse::

Host CO_Capt_Rofax says:
::does not move, but does look in that direction::

MO_Tribble says:
::wonders if she should render medical assistance::

Action: The crew suddenly find themselves back on the bridge of the Pendragon...all but the CEO.

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::looks up at the Zircon:: ALL: May one of our medical associates aid...

OPS_LtCmdr_Pettigrove says:
::blinks and looks around her::

XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
::anger and frustration turn to shock - looks back to the Pendragon crew::  Pen Crew: NO ONE MO....  ::appears on the bridge of the ship::  OV!

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::looks around:: Self: I hate it when that happens.

Host CO_Capt_Rofax says:
::looks around::  ALL: Report!

CTO_Ens_Newind says:
ALL: What the hell just happened?

Action: Strangely, they are all bald......and naked.

OPS_LtCmdr_Pettigrove says:
::moves over to her console and checks all are onboard::

CEO_LtJG_Thraxis says:
All: Honored Magistrates, I put it to you that the sentence just pronounced cannot be carried out as stated. The Zircon is dying, and the symbiont with him.

TO_Ens_Liu says:
All: THRAXIS!!!!!!!!!

MO_Tribble says:
CTO: Hell, Ensign Newind, one version of it, at least.

CTO_Ens_Newind says:
CO: Everyones here.. ::does a count:: ..except our CEO

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::looks in the general direction of the helm station, staggers in that direction, looks down and falls into the chair::

Action: The doctors run to the Zircon's side.

CEO_LtJG_Thraxis says:
All: When they die, the memories and wisdom of your Zircon will be lost forever.

XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
::moves over to the Secondary station next to the CTO's console and starts checking the ships status::

Host CO_Capt_Rofax says:
ALL: Find him!  ::shoves his way to the first console he can get to::

OPS_LtCmdr_Pettigrove says:
CO:  Confirmed.  Internal sensors say the CEO is not on board.

CTO_Ens_Newind says:
MO: The Pen has been through hell before many times..

CTO_Ens_Newind says:
OPS: Open a COMM to the Jolians!

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::looks at the helm station trying to make sense of it, the numbers swimming in front of him::

MO_Tribble says:
CTO: Indeed.  Let's hope we all come back alive from this version.

OPS_LtCmdr_Pettigrove says:
CTO:  Stand down, Ensign!  ::emphasises the rank as she outranks him::

Host Pascha says:
::looks at Alberon:: CEO: It appears that you are right...but we cannot return the symbiont to you as you will steal our history from us.

Action: The ship is powered down and remains in a drydock poistion off the planet.

CTO_Ens_Newind says:
::sighs... moves to his console::

CEO_LtJG_Thraxis says:
All: No. Re-implant the symbiont in me... and you can easily read the memories from my mind.

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::feels the room spin around him, and mutters quietly::Self: To sleep...perchance to dream.

XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
ALL: No one do anything until we can asertain what's happening here...   ::looks to the CTO:: CTO: Mr. Newind...  Tactical Analysis of the sector...   

OPS_LtCmdr_Pettigrove says:
CO:  Sir ... should I power up after I go and get some clothes?

Host Pascha says:
CEO: But the memories will remain in your symbiont.

FCO_LtJg_White says:
::feels the darkness of sleep overtake him and feels the blessed solidness of the console::

CNS_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::quietly leaves the bridge::

CTO_Ens_Newind says:
XO: Sir.. I would, but we are powerless.

CEO_LtJG_Thraxis says:
All: All the better. The Federation will learn of the power and sophistication of the glorious Jolian people.

XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
::walks over to the Engineering station and fires it up::  CTO: Sensors?

Host CO_Capt_Rofax says:
OPS: No, do not attempt to override the Jolians.  They may have left a surprise behind.  I should have a handful of clothing in the RR.  Please check into it.

OPS_LtCmdr_Pettigrove says:
~~~ CEO:  Alberon?  Can you hear me? ~~~

CTO_Ens_Newind says:
::realizes he failed in upholding security and is ashamed of himself::

MO_Tribble says:
::thinks, All I need is a handful of clothing::

CTO_Ens_Newind says:
::collapses onto the wall behind and begins to break down::

OPS_LtCmdr_Pettigrove says:
::nods to the CO and heads to the RR::

XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
::tapping maddly on the console attempting to bring as many systems online as possible::

Host Pascha says:
::smiles:: CEO: You and I need to talk...perhaps there is hope after all.

CEO_LtJG_Thraxis says:
:: bows head :: Pascha: Your wisdom is undeniable.

Host CO_Capt_Rofax says:
CTO: Ensign!  Take your station or remove yourself from the bridge!

Action: A few hours have passed...and in that time, the crew has hopefully put their clothes back on.

XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
::looks to the CTO, then assumes control of the station from the engineering console::  CO: I'm attempting to bring all internal power back online....  Stand by...

Action: The Zircon has died, his successor, a beautiful young lady had no need of the symbiont.

CTO_Ens_Newind says:
::is clothed at the Tactical Station::

OPS_LtCmdr_Pettigrove says:
::is now clothed::

XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
OPS: Commander Pettigrove...   I need a reading on Aux Power...   

MO_Tribble says:
::is now furred::

Action: The beautiul Pascha and the CEO came to an agreement and the Thraxis symbiont was returned.

Host CO_Capt_Rofax says:
XO: Systems check only.  See if the Jolians left anything behind to prevent us from powering up.

TO_Ens_Liu says:
::at the security console::

XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
CO: Aye sir.....   ::taps out the commands for level 2 diagnostics across the board::

Action: The CEO was returned to the ship...laden with gifts for his efforts in trying to save the Zircon.  He was neither bald nor naked.

Action: The beautiful flag ship of the Jewel of the Universe appeared next to the Pendragon and placed her in tow......they suddenly jumped across all known time and space and both ships appeared in the Alpha Quadrant.  After a few seconds, the other ship disappeared, leaving the Pendragon to continue on her magical voyages.

=/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= End Mission =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\=