Star Trek: A Call to Duty is proud to present the USS Sharikahr in
"Remembrance, Part VIII - The Sheep"
Stardate 11006.06
Starring:
Richard R. as Captain James McDuggle, CO
Karriaunna S. as Lieutenant Commander Sin'ajeídishjool So'tsoh, CSO
James H. as Lieutenant Donavin Arinoch, CTO
Christopher D. as Envoy Savar, CIV

Host JonB says:
Summary: It has been 4 days since the Sharikahr has left Starbase 16 with 4 more days to go until they reach the Clarus system. Things have been running smoothly.
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Will they continue to stay that way?
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Star Trek: A Call to Duty is proud to present the USS Sharikahr in
"Profit"
Chapter 2- “You Don't see me”
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Stardate 11006.06
Mission #412
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= /\ = /\ = Resume Mission = /\ = /\ =
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
:: At her station, going through data and making various contacts to discover what she can about the Acrybite mining operation::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
:: on bridge in the center chair working on 3rd cup of coffee while going over reports::
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
::sitting in his office, reading the last of the fed security reports in his latest attempt to keep himself as far away from the bridge as possible::
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
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CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
<TO_Ens_T'Lorn> ::on the bridge, manning the tactical console, cool eyes staying squarely on the sensor displays::
Host Zurg says:
::down in the lounge taking in some of the nice drinks kept there::
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Finishes with her last call and turns to toward McDuggle.::  CO:  Captain, I have some general information for you concerning the mining operation.  They are not being overtly informative.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Standing she moves closer to the command chair.::

Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
CSO: Nothing as to why Zurg is being sent there?
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
<Guards> ::keeping their distance, but eyes on their guest and ready hand near their weapons::
Host Zurg says:
::holds a glass out to the guard with him::  Guard: Lighten up, I’m not going anywhere, have drink.
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
<Guard> ::just fixes the Ferengi with a stony gaze, not in the slightest amused::
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
::one of his junior officers sticks his head through the open door, and at Donavin's signal, moves in to deliver a PADD containing latest drill results, and another with current patrol locations::
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
CO:  Other then what I told you before about his disgrace, the mining operation itself has been declining as well as objects vanishing.  We are taking them supplies to replace these missing items.  As for the profits declining, I could not find a reason for that... or they do not want anyone to know why for fear of causing more decline.
CIV_Savar says:
:: Enters the lounge, and speaks with the bartender, who produces a sparkling mineral water for the Vulcan.  Nodding gratefully, Savar picks up the glass and heads directly for Zurg, ignoring the obvious security presence ::
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
<Guards> ::the lead officer on duty offers Savar a nod as he approaches, and both spread out just slightly to allow them something resembling privacy::
Host Zurg says:
:notices the Vulcan approaching:: Self: Now there is a party killer if I ever saw one.  ::turns to CIV::  CIV: Mr. Vulcan. nice to see you.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
CSO: Any time a Ferengi operation starts losing profits it is usually because someone has  gotten their hand in the till so to speak. This could get messy.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Lifts a brow::  CO:  Define messy in this case.
CIV_Savar says:
Zurg: Mister Zurg.  A party?  :: Looks around ::  I have seen other Ferengi throw better festivities than this.
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
::accepts the PADDs with a nod:: Crewman: Thank you. ::signs off on the last of the reports, and stacks all four of them for later evaluating before producing his shift readiness report, offering it forward:: See that this gets to the bridge, please.
Host Zurg says:
::laughs::  CIV: Of course, but I bet they wasn't on a federation starship.  you Starfleet people need to lighten up a little.  ::pats the chair next to him:: have a set.
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
<TO_Ens_T'Lorn> ::runs another sensor sweep of their area, strictly routine at this point in silence::
Host Zurg says:
Action: An emergency distress call is being received.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
CSO: There is a possibility we could get more involved that just a supply run.
CIV_Savar says:
Zurg: I am at an appropriate weight for my height.  :: Sits and sips his mineral water ::  What beverage has caught your attention?

Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
<OPS_Recall> CO: Captain we are picking up a Distress call
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
CO:  Is there anything specific you wish us to... :: pauses as OPS calls out::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
OPS: On Screen
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
CSO: Just stay alert for the most part.
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
<TO_Ens_T'Lorn> ::raises an eyebrow, and extends sensors to maximum, continuing her general sweep::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
TO: Can you get a location on this call?
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
:: nods, returning to her station::
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
<Crewman_Mayweather> ::steps off the lift onto the bridge, and moves towards the command center, pausing just out of the way until the acting first officer appears free before approaching::
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
<TO_Ens_T'Lorn> CO: Attempting to do so now, captain.
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
::gets up, and moves to the replicator for a coffee... his first of the day, surprisingly::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
:: listens to the call as it repeats itself:: TO: Once you get a location send the coordinates to the helm.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Focuses LRS on the area in the distress is coming from.::
Host Zurg says:
::looks at him funny about his height and picks up his glass::  CIV: Yes, this brown stuff called Jack.  don't know him but he is good.
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
<TO_Ens_T'Lorn> ::fine-tunes the sensors just a bit more, then nods, once:: CO: Estimated distance approximately 15 minutes to coordinates. They are in our flight path. ::relays the coordinates to the helm::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
FCO: Once you have the coordinates set a course at max warp.
CIV_Savar says:
:: Ponders the general Ferengi attitude towards Terran beverages ::  Zurg: A liquor from Earth.  I am surprised you are not drinking root beer, as well.  I understood that was quite popular on Ferenginar.
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
<Crewman_Mayweather> ::clears his throat slightly, and steps just a bit closer to the science station::
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Glances up::  Mayweather:  Crewman?
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
<TO_Ens_T'Lorn> CO: Vessel identification incoming, captain. ::skims an eye over the information, reciting it nearly as quickly as she's reading:: Bajoran freighter, Pagh class.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
CO:  Captain, sensors read the area as clear beyond a Bajoran Pagh class trading vessel.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
<Duty FCO> :: makes the necessary adjustment towards the ship::
Host Zurg says:
CIV: Root Bear? I have heard of it. I shall try that. Humons have such good ways to make you feel good. ::motions for a waitress to get him root beer.::
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
:: nods::  CO:  Verified
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
<Crewman_Mayweather> ::extends the status report to her, with a slight half-smile:: CSO: From lieutenant Arinoch directly, sir. departmental readiness.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
CSO: Can you tell what might have happened or not yet?
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Turns back and takes the PADD::  Crewman:  One moment.  :: turns back to her sensors::
CIV_Savar says:
Zurg: What has it been like aboard the Sharikahr?  Is it strange to not have to pay strips for the replicator, the turbo lift, and other amenities?
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
::taking an idle sip from his coffee, he moves for the exit to his office and out into the TIC proper, catching brief pieces of goings on... he pauses, then glances toward the overhead sensor display, raising an eyebrow::
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Taps a few keys and turns back around::  CO:  The vessel is adrift.  I am picking up one life sign.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
TO:  Scan registry.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
*CTO*: Lt I need you to get an Away Team ready we have received a distress call and will be investigating.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
CO:  Minimal energy reading.
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
<TO_Ens_T'Lorn> ::just nods, with nothing needing to be said, and begins the registry search::
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
*CO*: Understood, captain. Can I get a situational summary?
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
CSO: Can you get any thing on that life sign?
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
CO:  Working on it...
Host Zurg says:
::looks at him::  CIV: Boring, things may be free, but where is the joy of being able to haggle anything.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
*CTO*: I am having it sent down to you now.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
CO:  Status is normal. Species Bajoran
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
::nods, unseen, and double taps his badge:: *SEC Team Alpha*: Arinoch to alpha team. Transporter room one, possible rescue. Equip for immediate deployment. Arinoch out.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
CSO: Once we are in transporter range transport the life sign to sick bay.
CIV_Savar says:
Zurg: Yes, I suppose that can be awkward, especially if you do not keep in practice.  Although, I wonder why it is that you ended up hitching a ride on a Starfleet vessel to begin with - perhaps your haggling skills are in more dire need of practice than you suspect.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
CO:  Acknowledged.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
*TC*:  Prepare transport of an individual to sickbay.

CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
TO:  Have two security officers waiting.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
*Medical*:  Prepare for incoming, status unknown.
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
::moves through the TIC proper to gather his own equipment, and taps his badge again:: *CO*: Permission to take an engineering team with me for damage assessment, captain?
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
*CTO*: Lt. we are picking up one life sign which we will transport if possible and roger on the engineering team.
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
<TO_Ens_T'Lorn> ::nods, and sends the order down to the TIC::
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
::moves out of the TIC, tapping his badge again and relaying the order for a team from engineering to equip for emergency assessment::
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Scans though the PADD noting the new patrol routines, the guard rotation for their guests, extra precautions for the cargo, personnel relocation.::
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
::stepping into the lift, his security team in tow right behind him, he orders the transporter room::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
TO: Stay on the sensors I don't want anything sneaking up on us.
Host Zurg says:
CIV: as the rules state, A man is only worth the sum of his possessions.  And me, my friend is in need of possessions.
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
<TO_Ens_T'Lorn> ::raises an eyebrow, wondering what else he was expecting her to do... it's only logical, after all::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
<Duty FCO> CO: Captain we are nearing the vessel and I am moving into transporter range now.
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
::steps off the lift, and into the transporter room, being joined there a moment later by a small team in engineering equipment... they take their positions on the pad, and he taps his badge again:: *CO*: Arinoch to bridge. Away team is on standby.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Erases the note just for her concerning a section of the ship being sealed off for evening security drills in as realistic environment as possible.  Adding her signature, the rest of the report is downloaded.  She hands the PADD back to Mayweather.::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
*CTO*: Roger as soon as we determine it is safe to transport you I will let you know.
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
<Crewman_Mayweather> ::nods, offering Sin a faint smile before turning and making tracks for the nearest lift, and somewhere that wasn't so full of high-profile suits::
CIV_Savar says:
Zurg: The acquisition of possessions and wealth is a concept somewhat foreign to Vulcans at this point, but I understand it to be a driving force in your life.  However, possessions for the sake of owning materials - this does not make you profit.
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
::glances at his security team, noting they've taken positions on the outer parts of the pad... defensive right from the start; his training's definitely paying off::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
CSO: Any more information on the ship?
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
CO:  Yes, I am unable to get a lock on the Bajoran... something appears to be blocking it.
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
<TO_Ens_T'Lorn> ::still combing the registry based on available data, keeping quiet for the moment... what needed saying, really?::
Host Zurg says:
::holding up his finger::  CIV:  But Mr. Vulcan, taking possessions and sending them to the right people does.  ::grinning::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
CSO: How close can we transport in the Away team?
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
CO:  We are close enough.
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
<TO_Ens_T'Lorn> CO: Captain. Registry search has completed, however this vessel does not appear to be registered. Information is not available.
CIV_Savar says:
:: Leans in conspiratorially ::  Zurg: Mining materials make... little profit.  The market is full of available resources.  Perhaps this mission offers something else - something more lucrative?
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
CSO: Roger I know that. Send the coordinate to transporter room 1 for the CTO.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Hearing T'Lorn lifts a brow::
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
TO:  Any signs of weapons?
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Sends the coordinates to the TC::
Host Zurg says:
::feeling a little light headed from the drinks::  CIV: Maybe you are right.  You have something in mind?
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
*CTO* Lt. This has now turned into a rescue mission the CSO is sending the location of the life sign to your location.
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
<TO_Ens_T'Lorn> ::raises an eyebrow, not figuring a freighter of that classification to be able to support weapons... but then, they're usually registered, too... runs another  detailed scan:: CSO: Negative, commander.
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
*CO*: Acknowledged, captain. Request you alert sickbay. We may need emergency support from them.
CIV_Savar says:
:: Sits up, trying to appear disappointed :: Zurg: I am a Vulcan; you are the Ferengi.  I expected you to have the leads.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
CSO: Could this be a pirate ship?
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
*CTO*: Sick bay has been alerted.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
CO:  A pirate ship would usually have some form of weapons and usually more then one individual.
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
::nods, once, and turns to the chief manning the station:: TC: Send us over, chief.
Host Zurg says:
CIV: Me have leads, I am the one who about lost it all. I am in need of leads myself.  ::places a hand on his head::  ahh my head hurts.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
CSO: Have you detected any bodies other than the life sign?
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
CO:  None, sir.
Host Zurg says:
Action: The away team is transported over, and appear in what looks like a cargo hold with several crates.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
CSO: Can you determine what may have happened to this ship to strand it here?
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
@::materializes in the hold, and lifts an eyebrow... the security team immediately draws weapons and opens tricorders, as does Donavin, and with a signal, he dispatches one of his officers to try and get them access to the rest of the ship... as pretty as this hold is, really::
CIV_Savar says:
Zurg: What happened to you?
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
CO:  Working on it.
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
@::while his officer does as he's asked, Arinoch taps his badge:: *CO*: Arinoch to Sharikahr. We're aboard. If... you can count their cargo bay as being aboard. Looks like they were in the middle of a run. And didn't have time to drop off their supplies.
Host Zurg says:
::talking depressed:: CIV: I made a bad gamble.  ::stands up::  But I have something in the works to correct that loss.
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
<Guards> ::brace just slightly as the Ferengi stands... nothing to do with their job, really... he had  been drinking, after all... yeah, that's it::
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
@::opens one or two of them, and just shakes his head:: *CO*: Or they'd like someone to think they hadn't. Containers are still here, but no contents.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
CO:  I am unable to ascertain why the ship is low on power.  There is no indication of any obvious problems.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Keeps a lock on Donovin and his team.::
CIV_Savar says:
Zurg: Something that would make you a hefty profit?  Something... :: makes a show of looking left and right then lowering his voice :: ... interesting?
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
@::the door managing to be opened, he and his team move out, scanning as they go::
Host Zurg says:
Action:  A Klingon BoP decloaks and fires a disrupter blast at the starboard nacelle taking it offline, shields are offline
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
TO: Do your scans of t he ship show any weapons fire?
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
CO:  Captain... energy surge...
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
:: grabs onto her station.::  CO:  Klingon Bird of Prey.
Host Zurg says:
::still standing there then falls into his chair as the ships rocks:: CIV: And I do believe the plan is a go.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
TO:  Red alert!
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
All: Red alert
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
CO:  Captain, shields are offline.

CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
<TO_Ens_T'Lorn> ::nearly gets thrown from her seat by the sudden impact, and rechecks her scans:: CO: Confirmed. Direct hit to the port nacelle. ::initiates red alert:: Shields unresponsive.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
TO: Lock weapons on that ship and fire.
Host Zurg says:
Action: The Ferengi cargo is transported off the Sharikahr,
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
*Engineering*:  We need those shields up.
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
<TO_Ens_T'Lorn> ::readies, locks all weapons on the Klingons, and opens fire::
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
CO:  Transport emission in cargo bay.
CIV_Savar says:
:: As the ship rocks and the red alert signals, his body almost instinctively goes back into Starfleet mode.  He manages to stop himself from running out the doors towards the Bridge ::  Zurg: Perhaps it would be better to continue this conversation at a more... convenient time.
Host Zurg says:
::waving his fingers at the CIV::  CIV: Goodbye, Mr. Vulcan perhaps some other time
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
*CTO*:  We have guests...
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
CSO: Track that ship if it leaves.
Host Zurg says:
Action: Zurg is transported off the Sharikahr.
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
<Guards> ::both officers peal themselves off the floor, they both level their weapons on Zurg::
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
<move my guards up one>
Host Zurg says:
Action The BoP takes a hit taking out its cloak device.
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
<TO_Ens_T'Lorn> ::readies another volley:: CO: We have disabled their cloak, however they have transported our guest. Shall I continue?
Host Zurg says:
Action: The BoP turns and heads out in warp.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
TO: Roger target weapons and engines
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
@::doesn't answer, knowing if they do have guests they don't need his distraction:: Team: Fan out. I want this ship combed down to the outer hull plating.
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
<TO_Ens_T'Lorn> ::limits her targets to weapons and engines as they begin to power up warp engines, and fires again::
Host Zurg says:
Action: AS the BoP goes into warp it takes a hit in the rear but still manages to leave.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
CSO: You still reading that life sign on the Freighter?
CIV_Savar says:
Guards: That was unexpected.  :: Taps his commbadge ::  *Bridge*: Bridge.  The Ferengi, Zurg, was just transported out of the lounge.
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
<TO_Ens_T'Lorn> CO: direct hit, captain. However, they have entered warp.
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
<Guard 1> ::just... gapes at where their charge had just been sitting:: Self/Savar: What the...?

CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
CO:  I have a lock on the Bird of Prey.  I also picked up another transporter beam... located in the lounge.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
CO:  Still reading life signs on the freighter.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
*CIV*: Roger his Cargo went as well. I believe he had something to do with this attack.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
*CTO*: Lt get that individual on that ship and get back here do not worry about fixing the ship.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
*Engineering*:  Status report.
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
@::one of his engineers catches his attention, and Donavin moves to see what he's found... he raises an eyebrow, then just shakes his head:: Engineer: Kill it.
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
@::with a nod, the engineer disengages the Ferengi tricorder he'd found, while Arinoch taps his badge:: *CO*: I don't think that'll be a problem, sir.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
*CTO*: Meaning what Lt?
Host Zurg says:
Action The Bajoran life sign disappears.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Simply nods at the damage report.::
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
:: glances at her console as a warning light goes off, then turns toward the captain::  CO:  I have lost the life sign.
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
::curses lowly under his breath:: *CO*: There was no Bajoran passenger, sir. There was, however, a Ferengi tricorder rigged to give off a false life sign.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Lifts a brow as Donovan’s report comes through::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
:: hears the CTO's Report:: CSO: I believe that answers you question.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
*CTO*: Get you people back on board.
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
@*CO*: With pleasure. I hate Ferengi. ::smirks slightly, and closes the channel, before ordering his team to converge on his location:: *TC*: Arinoch to transporter room. Beam us out.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
TO: Once the Away team is back on board blow that freighter out of my space.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
:: nods::  CO:  Shields and warp drive will back online in approximately fifteen minutes.  As for the Bird of Prey, it went out into open space.  I was unable to determine any specific direction.
Host Zurg says:
@Action: The away team is transported back the Sharikahr.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
CO:  You do not believe it might hold some clue?
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
FCO: Set a course after that Klingon ship and engage after the TO disposes of the freighter.
CTO_Lt_Arinoch says:
<TO_Ens_T'Lorn> ::raises an eyebrow, and, surprised, only nods:: CO: Aye, sir. ::the report comes in that the team is aboard, and she readies a torpedo, targeting its power core and firing::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
CSO: This was a trap Cmdr and that ship was the bait there probably nothing on that ship for clues.
Host Zurg says:
Action: The Bajoran Freighter takes a direct hit and explodes.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
<Duty FCO> :: watches the ship explode and engages the impulse engines after the Klingon ship:: CO: Captain we can not go to warp for 15 minutes yet, am taking the ship to full impulse for the time being.
Host Zurg says:
= /\ = /\ = Pause Mission = /\ = /\ =

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