USS Sharikahr Mission #327

Space…the ultimate battleground. These are the adventures of the Sharikahr and her crew of rebels in their struggle to survive, fight and overcome, against all odds, the obstacles that this cruel and vicious universe put in front of them.
Last mission, unable to raise the Luna, the Sharikahr set her course back to their last known position to investigate.
In the meanwhile on the drifting runabout, the crew questioned their two Klingon prisoners, who talked about strange names called "the Federation", "Starfleet", and the “Klingon Defense Force”.
With the help of the Klingon Rotak the rebels finished to repair the shuttle's beacon and where retrieved by the Sharikahr and the Luna was brought gently into the cruiser's shuttle bay. However precious time was lost and the Alliance's task force is now just three hours away.
Did the Sharikahr stumble on another Alliance's plot and what consequences this may have for the crew and the Rebellion itself?
Star Trek, A Call To Duty,
Is proud to present
The Sharikahr In
“Whispers Across the Mirror”
Stardate 10803.13
Christopher D. as Savar, Captain
Anne B. as Millicent Rogers, First Mate
Jackie G. As “Shakes”, Medical Officer
Karriaunna S. as So`otsoh, Scientific Advisor
John F. as Wolf, Weapons Chief
James H. as Donavin Arinoch, Bodyguard
Blake H. as Blake Jeffrey Harris, Chief Engineer 

= /\ = /\ = Begin Mission = /\ = /\ =
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
:: Entering the vessel's brig, looking around for their new visitors ::
CSO_So’tsoh says:
:: Stepping off the lift, she sees the captain enter the brig.  She follows, pausing within the doorframe.::
CTO_Wolf says:
::standing on the bridge watching the crew go about their business::
XO_Rogers says:
::entering the Bridge:: *CEO*: I need repair crews on the Luna now. As bad as it's banged up you probably need to be there too.

INFO: The Klingons are in secured in separate cells, with a couple of thugs keeping guard at them.

Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
:: Dismisses his guards::
CEO_Harris says:
*XO*: understood.
CSO_So'tsoh says:
:: Steps aside as the guards pass by her, and enters into the brig area.::
XO_Rogers says:
::takes the center seat:: CTO: Report.

ACTION: The guards start to complain, but once they see their boss' look they quickly leave the brig.

CIV_Arinoch says:
::comes onto the bridge just behind Millicent and to her left, eyes hard on his surroundings and moves to take a position seated in the XO's chair::
CTO_Wolf says:
::looks at rovers:: XO: Everything is running satisfactorily.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
:: Makes a mental note to question his guards’ loyalty later ::
CTO_Wolf says:
CIV: That is not your place
CMO_Shakes says:
:: Finished in sick bay, stays off to the side on the bridge::
CSO_So`otsoh says:
:: Lifts a brow at Savar, saying nothing.::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
:: Steps up to one of the cells, as close to the force field as he can ::  Klingon: I am Savar, Captain of this vessel.
CTO_Wolf says:
XO: The task force is 3 hours away
CIV_Arinoch says:
::glances up at Wolf, and shrugs:: CTO: If you prefer, we could trade places.
Host Rotak says:
CO: And I am Commander Rotak, daughter of Dhar Master Kang, of the Klingon Defense Force. What are your intentions?
CEO_Harris says:
::getting prepared::
CTO_Wolf says:
::snarls:: CIV: I am happy here human
CIV_Arinoch says:
CTO: And I'm happy here. Now that we have an understanding...
XO_Rogers says:
CTO: Savar's orders are to crawl back to our regular hiding place. Duty_FCO: Lay in a course and get us there fast.
XO_Rogers says:
::rubs her head slightly, wincing as she touches the livid purple bruise on her forehead::
CSO_So'tsoh says:
:: Remains quietly off to the side, watching, wondering why he had asked her here.::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
:: Ignores the question ::  Rotak: I am told you were transporting equipment.
CMO_Shakes says:
:: Wonders if a med kit will be needed if the CTO beats up the Civilian::
CTO_Wolf says:
XO: typically human to slink. You may want to adjust your course before we enter the outer limits of there sensor envelope. And keep a leash on your pets tongue before i cut it out and hang it from my belt
Host Rotak says:
::looks at him:: CO: so what?
CIV_Arinoch says:
:: straightens slightly, and doesn't take his eyes off the Klingon::
XO_Rogers says:
CTO: Yours would be on mine quite soon after.
CSO_So’tsoh says:
:: Looks curiously at the male.::
CTO_Wolf says:
XO: Do you think you’re that quick female.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
Rotak: I am curious about the equipment you were transporting.  Where are you from, Klingon Rotak?
CMO_Shakes says:
:: Rolls her eyes at the conversation in front of her::
XO_Rogers says:
CTO: I don't have to be.
Host Rotak says:
CO: Born and raised on Qo'Nos...although I am starting to suspect my Qo'Nos is quite different from the one you may know. ::grins::
CMO_Shakes says:
XO/CTO: Grow up both of you, we don't have time for petty arguments.
CTO_Wolf says:
XO: Know your place female. If your boots become too big for you I may feed you to Saj
XO_Rogers says:
::adjusts her constant mental scan to keep a good "eye" on Wolf's mental state::
CSO_So`otsoh says:
:: Turns to look at Rotak::
CIV_Arinoch says:
CTO: You might want to do your job, Klingon. Smarter men than you aren't breathing anymore.
CTO_Wolf says:
::bares his fangs at the CIV:: CIV: Shall we test that human.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
Rotak: That very well may be.  :: Paces a moment ::  I have heard rumors of a "cloaking device" before.... it would greatly assist in my current mission.  Perhaps you could assist me in obtaining several of these devices... in exchange for your freedom?
CTO_Wolf says:
::flexes his fists::
Host Rotak says:
CO: You go straight to the point, I like it. I am an engineer in charge of all the manufacturing of such devices. I am sure my people would be grateful if you brought me back.
XO_Rogers says:
Duty FCO: Do as the CTO suggests with our course. CTO/CIV: Okay enough for now. Shakes is correct. Savar is master here Wolf. We get it, so stand down and quit trying to provoke us.
CTO_Wolf says:
::draws his Bat`Leth and drops into a fighting crouch::
CTO_Wolf says:
XO/CIV: Come humans and let us dance
XO_Rogers says:
CTO: STOP! That is an order! I am in charge for now and you will obey! Is that clear!
CMO_Shakes says:
CTO: Drop it. I have ways of making your death dishonorable, don't temp me.
CTO_Wolf says:
XO: I don’t answer to you human ::moves closer to the pair::
CTO_Wolf says:
CMO: Be quiet and know your place
Host Rotak says:
ACTION: The Klingon is now 5 meters away from the pair.
CTO_Wolf says:
::begins twirling the Bat`Leth and moves closer to the pair::
CIV_Arinoch says:
::just watches the Klingon, and gets up, with his good hand quickly draws his hand disruptor and fires at the Klingon::
XO_Rogers says:
*Savar*: Your CTO is attempted to murder us. Tell him to back down or I do not guarantee a particularly good outcome
CMO_Shakes says:
:: Stays back, not getting in the middle::
CTO_Wolf says:
::Saj begins to stalk the CIV::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
Rotak: If you provide us with the means to obtain a supply of cloaking devices, and a location to return you to your own people... I believe we will have "a deal"
XO_Rogers says:
::pulls out a disruptor set to kills and fires at Wolf::

ACTION: A red ray departs from the CIV’s disruptor, hits Wolf straight in the chest when he is less than 3 meters away... the disruptor reduces the Klingon to molecules.

CIV_Arinoch says:
::turns and fires at that damn Targ of his, too::
Host Rotak says:
ACTION: Saj leaps at the CIV but is hit in mid air, with the same results as his master. A gray ash falls on the CIV and the XO.
CMO_Shakes says:
XO: Well then, I hope your puppy will replace him, he was the best tactical guy around.  smooth.
XO_Rogers says:
*Savar*: Never mind sir. CIV: Please be in readiness. Savar will likely attempt revenge. 
CMO: Are you planning on doing anything stupid.
CIV_Arinoch says:
::smirks coolly, and moves to the tactical console:: XO: Hopefully he'll be smart enough not to bring a knife to a gun fight. ::tucks away the disruptor::
XO_Rogers says:
FCO: How is our course?

ACTION: The crew on the bridge, scared, tries to look away.

FCO_Wall says:
::watches the Klingon evaporate::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
:: Sighs as Rogers' voice comes over his badge again.... he steps away from the cell ::  CSO: So`tsoh, get the necessary information from Rotak.  I am needed elsewhere.  :: Exits the Brig and heads for a turbo lift ::
CMO_Shakes says:
XO: Why would I care, you'll meet your fate soon enough. *CO*: Your bodyguard is dead, please be advised to carry your phaser when exiting.
CSO_So`tsoh says:
:: nods and steps aside as the captain moves past her.::
Host Rotak says:
CO: Where are we now? And I am curious, I guess you all those human rebels in the "other universe" that is rumored about?
XO_Rogers says:
*Savar*: He attacked us, we had no choice.
XO_Rogers says:
CIV: Be ready.
CIV_Arinoch says:
XO: I always am. ::keeps one eye on the console, the other on the door::
CSO_So`tsoh says:
:: Steps up to the cell:: Rotak: No.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
*XO*: I am returning to the Bridge immediately.  This is the second crewman you have killed.  :: Riding in the turbo lift ::
XO_Rogers says:
::sits where she can see the Bridge entrance and Shakes at once::
XO_Rogers says:
*Savar*: I have no desire to add you to the list.
Host Rotak says:
::looks surprised::CSO: No? And then who in the heck are you?
FCO_Wall says:
XO: Want me to adjust course to avoid the sensors?
XO_Rogers says:
*Savar*: He attacked us though I ordered him to stand down. the entire Bridge saw including Shakes.
XO_Rogers says:
FCO: Please do
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
:: The turbo lift doors open onto the main deck and he walks the hallway to the Bridge.  When he exits, he fixes his gaze on Rogers ::  Rogers: Then see that you do not.  Shakes: Who is responsible?
CSO_So`tsoh says:
Rotak: We are who we are.  What I am uncertain about, is who exactly you are and where your allegiance lies.
FCO_Wall says:
::makes the course adjustment
FCO_Wall says:
CO/XO: The task force has changed course.
CMO_Shakes says:
CO: Well, her dog. :: Points to the CIV::
XO_Rogers says:
FCO: Distance.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
:: Turns to the CIV:: CIV: Explain yourself.
Host Rotak says:
CSO: I am Rotak, daughter of Kang, Commander of the KDF and you are?
XO_Rogers says:
::fixes Shakes with a hard stare, knowing that was a lie::
CMO_Shakes says:
CO: He was unable to stay within the rules you keep. Wolf tried to keep things on order, and would not comply. He broke the rules, he should pay.
CIV_Arinoch says:
CO: The Klingon wanted a fight. We weren't interested but he drew his weapon.
CSO_So`tsoh says:
Rotak: As you have said before. As for whom I am, that still is of little import.
FCO_Wall says:
XO: 1 hour’s flight time and closing
XO_Rogers says:
XO: I shot after ordering him to desist several times.
FCO_Wall says:
::listens to the conversation ::
XO_Rogers says:
XO: Wolf attempted to pick a fight over Donavin sitting in the second in command seat
CMO_Shakes says:
XO: Only after allowing your dog to mark Wolfs ground.
CIV_Arinoch says:
::gets up, and walks across the room, producing his disruptor and handing it to Savar:: CO: Kill me if you must. It was him, or us. And I rather like breathing.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
:: Getting three different answers, and not of the mind to listen to any of them ::
Host Rotak says:
CSO: Well then I guess I will wait and talk to someone who is of importance, don't you think?
FCO_Wall says:
::a smiles slowly crosses his face::
FCO_Wall says:
CO: it wasn’t much of a fight skipper. They cheated
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
:: Takes the disruptor from Arinoch, holding the barrel end towards him :: CIV: A Klingon weapons officer was a highly prized commodity on a Klingon vessel. No one knew the weapon systems like he did. Do you expect to fill in his place? Your allegiance lies elsewhere... you care nothing for me or my ship.
CIV_Arinoch says:
CO: I care for my survival. Killing him would have gained me nothing, until he attacked us. And then it gained me that.
CSO_So`tsoh says:
:: Stepping toward the console, one hand hovers to deactivate the shield, while the other holds a phaser and looks at the woman::  Rotak: If you insist...
XO_Rogers says:
Savar: While we fight this out an Alliance fleet is coming. I suggest you let him try before we all die today.
CEO_Harris says:
*XO*: Sir I have a full crew ready for the away mission.
CMO_Shakes says:
:: Walks over to take the phaser out of the captains hands slowly, then points it at the CIV, making sure it was not fixed, or malfunctioning::
FCO_Wall says:
::laughs:: CIV: Attacked? Oh that’s funny. He didn’t stand a chance bucko
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
XO: I gave you orders to get us clear and hidden.  Did you fail me?
CIV_Arinoch says:
CO: She would have, had she died.
XO_Rogers says:
Savar: I tried then this happened thanks to Wolf
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
:: Holsters the weapon momentarily:: All: I will have no more of this.
CMO_Shakes says:
:: Steps back as he takes the weapon back::
XO_Rogers says:
Savar: Access the Bridge logs, they will show our story if true.
CIV_Arinoch says:
::nods, and moves back to the tactical console::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
XO: I said ENOUGH!
FCO_Wall says:
::yawns and adjusts the course increasing speed::
XO_Rogers says:
::sits in the XO seat::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
XO: I have lost two of my most trusted crew, and although you appear to be responsible... I will stay my hand.  Understand that your life and that of Donavin is mine now.
XO_Rogers says:
::acidly:: CO: Yes sir.
CIV_Arinoch says:
::consults with the sensory display to get a read on their alliance guests::
FCO_Wall says:
CO/XO: Not that this matters much. I have increased speed to maximum warp. But they have us on LRS
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
:: Points at Donavin ::  XO: His skills had better be second to none in matters of weaponry.  Otherwise, I will have no use for him.
CEO_Harris says:
::grabs the crew and heads for shuttle bay::
FCO_Wall says:
::looks for a place to hide on sensors::
Host Rotak says:
CSO: I think I answered your questions, my loyalty are to the Klingon Empire. Although I suppose you may not know that name.
CIV_Arinoch says:
::scans for additional ships, not part of the chasing fleet::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
XO: These are not threats.  Our lives are constantly in danger.  You can trust me to keep you alive, or you may take your leave of my ship.
XO_Rogers says:
Savar: I assure you sir. I saw him personally dismember an Alliance official and manage to keep him alive because of his precision. He will not fail.
CSO_So`tsoh says:
:: Lowers her weapon :: Rotak: If you are loyal, why are you willing to make a deal with Savar?
XO_Rogers says:
Savar: I understand sir and will obey.
Host Rotak says:
CSO: Because it looks like he is an enemy of the people who kidnapped me.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
XO: See that you do.  :: Turns to helm ::  FCO: What is our progress?
FCO_Wall says:
CO: We can stay ahead of them barely
CSO_So`tsoh says:
:: Looks at her for a moment longer but makes no further comment on that.::  Rotak: Tell me the arrangements you wish to set up for this exchange.
CMO_Shakes says:
:: Moves behind and to the side of Savar with one of Wolf’s sidearms::
FCO_Wall says:
::begins looking on sensors for a place to hide::
CIV_Arinoch says:
XO: The alliance ships will be on us in 50 minutes at this speed. If we're going to lose them, we'll need to get creative. ::smirks just a little coolly::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
CIV: What is their course?  Are they on an intercept course with us, or heading to the convoy?
Host Rotak says:
CSO: I have no idea...your Captain left before we could make any. But the house of Kang is powerful.
CIV_Arinoch says:
CO: They're not intercepting anyone. They're following our course. Exactly.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
CIV/FCO/XO: Attempt to curtail our power output as much as possible.  Shields, weapons, life support... everything but minimal sensors and engines.  We will try to hide in the background darkness.  FCO: Look for anything we can use - a nebula, a star system, an asteroid field.
CIV_Arinoch says:
::jabs at the controls, killing anything and everything not essential to their survival::
FCO_Wall says:
CO: By your command
XO_Rogers says:
::begins to do the same just as quickly without speaking::
FCO_Wall says:
CO: We could double back to that nebula, but it will bring us closer to the task force
CEO_Harris says:
::arrives at shuttle bay with a full repair crew::
CIV_Arinoch says:
FCO/CO: I can use that to our advantage.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
CIV: We have a short supply of torpedoes, but what about a decoy?  Rig one with a warp signature and life signs?
CMO_Shakes says:
:: While everyone works, checks to make sure the phaser is in working order, and not tampered with.::
CSO_So`tsoh says:
Rotak: This is true... who would you suggest I contact, who would be willing to make such a trade?
CIV_Arinoch says:
CO: Precisely. ::gets started on the modifications::
Host Rotak says:
CSO: Contact General K’reng, my brother. But how would you contact him?
FCO_Wall says:
::wishes Wolf was here... Dammn his stupid Klingon sense of honor::
CSO_So`tsoh says:
Rotak: You have a suggestion?  And how would he know the message comes from you?
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
FCO: Take us on a course midway between our current course and the nebula.  If we can use the torpedo to carry on our new course, but turn lifeless and drift into the nebula, it may be enough.
FCO_Wall says:
CO: you are the boss
Host Rotak says:
CSO: I have no idea how to do it. And if I talk to him, he will know.
FCO_Wall says:
::lays in a course correction::
CEO_Harris says:
ALL::to all Engineering crew get to work ASAP now that’s and order::
FCO_Wall says:
XO: Now Wolfie is dust can I have his quarters?

ACTION: The Sharikahr takes the directed course and turns off all the energy to non essential systems. All the lights aboard turn dark and the ship reduces her signature significantly.

CSO_So`tsoh says:
Rotak: No, we will speak with him.  We will set this up.  :: repeats the question.:: How would he know the message comes from you?
FCO_Wall says:
::looks up at shakes::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
CMO: Given our large ship size, and small crew... how long can we last without the ship's air recyclers?
CSO_So`tsoh says:
:: Looks up as the lights dim::
FCO_Wall says:
::whistles as he adjusts the Shari`s course::
CEO_Harris says:
ALL::work fast and hard::
Host Rotak says:
::looks at the lights going out, then moves slowly toward the back of the cell:: CSO: What is happening?
CMO_Shakes says:
:: Calculates the figures in her head::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
:: Taps his badge ::  *CSO*: Please inform the Klingons that we are being forced to take drastic measures to avoid detection by hostiles.
CIV_Arinoch says:
CO: If we cut every source of power generation on the ship after the torpedo is launched, they'll believe we couldn't handle maintaining such a magnificent ship... ::smirks somewhat coldly:: And chase the escape pod into the nebula, where it will eventually self-destruct.
CEO_Harris says:
*XO*: I have a full crew and were all ready to get working.
XO_Rogers says:
*CEO*: Go to it.
CMO_Shakes says:
CO: Even with the small crew, give or take 5 and a half to 6 hours max. And that is if we don't exert ourselves
FCO_Wall says:
::keeps them headed towards the nebula::
FCO_Wall says:
XO: So is that a yes on the big lug’s quarters?
XO_Rogers says:
FCO: That can be settled at a later date.
FCO_Wall says:
:: flutters his eye lids at her :: XO: oh behave you!
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
FCO: I suggest you concentrate on your board. Now.
FCO_Wall says:
::Is tempted to do a barrel roll::
CIV_Arinoch says:
::glances coldly at Adam, the look all that has to be said:: CO: 30 minutes.
CSO_So`tsoh says:
Rotak: It is as you heard the captain.  We are avoiding those who do not quite see things... our way.
FCO_Wall says:
CO: Yes skipper
Host Rotak says:
CSO: And who would they be?
CIV_Arinoch says:
::checks the sensors ahead of him for the nebula::
FCO_Wall says:
::looks around the bridge:: Self: Time to dance with the angels ::lets out a rebel yell and sends the Shari into a barrel roll::
CMO_Shakes says:
:: Whispers: CO: From now on, with Wolf gone, I'm not leaving your side.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
:: With a slight sigh, he draws the disruptor and shoots the helmsman in the back of the head ::

ACTION: The helm seat becomes suddenly empty and covered only by a small amount of ashes...the Sharikahr continues to spin crazy in her barrel roll.

CIV_Arinoch says:
::puts the finishing touches on his torpedo modifications, then nods approvingly:: CO: Modifications complete. We're close enough to... ::blinks at the yell, and contemplates beating the helmsman, but his own disruptor beats him to it::
CMO_Shakes says:
Self: I'm not cleaning that up.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
:: Takes the seat himself ::  CIV: Launch the torpedo.  :: Sets the ship's new course to run perpendicular from their own ::
XO_Rogers says:
::just shakes her head::
CSO_So`tsoh says:
:: shrugs::  Rotak: For now, it does not matter.  In the current situation, our enemies are your enemies... if we become space dust.
CMO_Shakes says:
CO: Make that about 5 and 1/4 hours
CIV_Arinoch says:
::launches the torpedo:: CO: Torpedo away, and emitting the life signs. Recommend we wait 45 seconds to a minute, and then cut all power.
Host Rotak says:
CSO: Why so secretive young Vulcan?
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
:: Makes the course change, righting the vessel to prevent using needless energy::

ACTION: While the Sharikahr recovers from the spin, the torpedo is launched and head away at maximum speed.

CIV_Arinoch says:
CO: It's set to detonate when the alliance ships come close enough to investigate. If it gets close enough to the nebula... it just might do all of us a favor.
CSO_So`tsoh says:
Rotak: We are the way life has shaped us.  Your brother... what would I tell him that he would believe it is you?
Host Rotak says:
CSO: I think I won't answer anymore if you keep on being so evasive. I want to talk to you captain immediately.
CSO_So`tsoh says:
*CO*: Rotak wishes to speak only with you...

= /\ = /\ = End Mission = /\ = /\ =
Time lapse is 3 hours
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