Cast of Characters:

XO   Commander Samantha A. Sommers       played by     Linda Baus
CEO LtCmdr. Mo'Bri Daughter of L'Keth       played by     Lynda Anderson
OPS Ensign Gaeb       			        played by     Gabriel Marceau

Special Guests:
FCO Ensign Leonidas       			        played by     C. J. Short

Absent:
CO    Captain K`Vas Son of Malok                    played by     Ted Wharton
FCO LtJG Tanon Salon	       		        played by     Jeremy Castro

NPC’s:
SB OPS, EO Fuse, Admiral Sheridan    	        played by     Pam Bruyere
EO Thompson       				        played by     Lynda Anderson

Summary:
A disheartened Triton and her crew have limped back to Starbase 16, their tail between their legs, something that they and her Captain are not used to.

After meeting with Vice Admiral Sheridan, Captain K`Vas has been summoned before Starfleet Command to answer questions concerning Oedipus. He may join the Triton later if he is still in command of her. Was he to blame for the failure of their last mission?

The crew is readying for departure and the arrival of several new officers. Several others have transferred to other posts as well leaving everyone to wonder how the new people will work out. Can they all meld together as a cohesive unit or is trouble about to hit them on the chin again?

New orders have the Triton returning to Serenity to establish a new headquarters and build a new land base which the Federation has named, Paradise Station. A Federation station in the middle of a pleasure planet? You think the Federation has lost a few of its collective marbles?

The USS Kensington is accompanying the Triton along with Vice Admiral Sheridan, the Federation liaison and still listed as the owner of Serenity. Oops! Did someone forget to cross the I's and dot the tees?

As we open, the crew is scurrying to finish the re-supply. After a week you'd think they would be done right? Vice Admiral Sheridan is also preparing to board the Triton and is waiting for her bags to be picked up from her quarters. Captain K'Vas has been detained and the executive officer is in charge, if anyone can find her.

Just another routine day.....

Star Trek, A Call To Duty, is proud to present the USS Triton in "Building Blocks"....Chapter One "Heading Out".....Stardate 10704.05

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CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::In her quarters just finishing up her vision quest with her spirit guide.::

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
::Boarding the USS Triton from the docking bay, his bag on his shoulder.::

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
::On her way to the bridge, padd in hand with some bad news on it, trying to keep her emotions in check.  Takes the nearest TL and heads to the bridge.::

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
::Takes the nearest turbolift.::

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
TL: Bridge.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::Senses some sadness but isn't sure from whom or where.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
Self: Something is not right and I don't like what I sense.

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
::Notices the new OPS officer in the TL and turns to him.::  OPS:  New face?  Welcome aboard, Ensign.

FCO_Ens_Leonidas says:
::Sits down at the helm, looking over the controls for a moment.::

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
::Recognizes the XO from the files he look over before coming aboard.::

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
XO: Ensign Gaeb reporting in for duty, Sir! ::Hands her his assignment orders.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
*Saunders*: You got the supplies and the extra parts ordered stowed yet?

ACTION: Saunders fails to reply.

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
::Takes the padd and verifies the orders.::  OPS:  Ensign Gaeb, good to have you aboard.  I trust you have all your belongings onboard?

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
*Saunders*:  Where the hell are you?

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
XO:  All my possessions are in this bag, Sir!

ACTION: No reply is received from Saunders.

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
::Chuckles.::  OPS:  You Lurians travel lightly, I see.  ::Smiles at him.  TL doors open.::  Please take your station and verify all stations are being restocked.  And thanks, Ensign.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
Self: H'eugh! <Klingon Explicative>

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::Goes storming from her quarters and takes the nearest TL to engineering Express.::

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
::Nods to OPS, and exits the TL onto the bridge.::

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
XO: I will do, Sir.  ::Waits for the XO to exit first, then heads for his station.::

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
::Notices the FCO at the helm.::  FCO:  Welcome to the Triton, Ensign.  Please make arrangements with SB16 for departure.  And verify that Admiral Sheridan is onboard.  Ensign Gabe will be verifying the ship is being restocked.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
Self: I am going to kill him, by the hand of Kahless, I am going to kill him.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
*XO*:  Sam I have no communications between me and engineering.  Going to investigate why Saunders is not answering.

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
*CEO*:  Aye, J'Loni.  And get me a status report on engineering.  We're getting ready to depart the starbase.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::As the turbolift doors open Mo'Bri goes skidding into engineering.::

FCO_Ens_Leonidas says:
::Nods at the XO, and opens a channel to the starbase.:: COM: SB OPS: Starbase 16, this is Triton requesting permission to depart.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
ALL: Okay, what the blazes is going on down here?  ::Looks for Saunders.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
*XO*: Yes, Sam.  I will keep you informed.

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
XO: All stock orders have been transported and secured. There are no more empty storage areas on this ship.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
Saunders: GET OUT HERE NOW!

SB OPS says: 
@COM: Triton: This is Starbase operations. Admiral Sheridan is requesting a delay in your departure. Please stand by.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::Waits to see if he will come tearing around a corner of engineering.::

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
XO: Commander, communication in from the starbase, Admiral Sheridan is coming aboard.

ACTION: The crewmen in engineering look at the CEO strangely as she looks for Saunders.

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
COM: SB_OPS:  Acknowledged, we are standing by.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
ALL: I know he is somewhere and when I find him he will get it again from me.  But in the meantime get your rear ends back to your stations and now.  We need to get ready for departing procedures.

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
::Takes a seat in the big chair.::  OPS:  Thank you, Ensign.  Have all departments run Level 5 diagnostics before departure.
FCO:  Standby for departure until confirmation that Admiral Sheridan is aboard and we have confirmation from the starbase for departure.

EO Fuse says: 
::Walks over to the CEO slowly.::  CEO:  Ma'am, Saunders is not here.

FCO_Ens_Leonidas says:
XO:  Aye, Sir. ::Prepares for departure.::

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
::Sending orders for level 5 diagnostics to all department head and monitors the results.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
EO Fuse: He what?  Isn't here?  Then please tell me where he is.

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
XO: Sir, should we have someone greet the Admiral?

EO Fuse says: 
CEO: He transferred to Avalon Station Commander. I thought you knew.

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
OPS:  When the Admiral is ready to beam aboard, I will meet her in the transporter room.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
EO Fuse: Why is it I am the last one to know about these things?

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
*CEO*:  J'Loni, is engineering ready for departure?  I could use you on the bridge if you're not too busy.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
*XO*: Sam, Saunders transferred to Avalon, and I got no notice.

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
*CEO*: Commander, we are delaying our departure and Commander Sommers requests all departments do a level 5 diagnostics.

EO Fuse says: 
CEO: Sorry, Commander, must be a breakdown in the system somewhere.

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
*CEO*:  You will need to take that up with Operations, J'Loni.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
*OPS*: Son, I have had a level three diagnostic run every hour since I have been back on her.

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
XO: Ho! I thought she would be walking in like I did....sorry for my misconception.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
*XO*: Sam, it is no big deal.  EO Thompson can do it and probably better than Saunders.

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
*CEO*:  In the meantime, if you could please report to the bridge.  I would like to meet the Admiral when she's ready to come aboard.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
*XO*: Be on the bridge in a second.

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
*CEO*: Only relaying orders, Commander.  No need to kill the messenger.  I'll be pleased to report your last level three results when I receive them.  Thank you for you cooperation.

SB OPS says:
@COM: Triton: Triton this is operations. The Admiral's belongings are ready to be transported. Sending you the coordinates now.

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
::Walks over to the helm.::  FCO:  So what made you decide to take up flying, Ensign?

FCO_Ens_Leonidas says:
XO: Swimming, Sir.

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
XO: We are receiving the Admiral's belongings’ coordinates.

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
::Chuckles silently to herself at OPS's reply to the CEO.::  Self:  Feisty little devil OPS is.

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
COM: SB_OPS: Receiving coordinates, initiating transport.

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
FCO:  Swimming?  ::Looks at him strangely.::

ACTION: The Admiral's bags are transported safely to transporter room one.

FCO_Ens_Leonidas says:
XO: Yes, Sir. Moving in the water is a lot like moving through space.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::Steps into the TL and turns around and hollers to Thompson.:: Thompson: Engineering is yours, and if you value your head you will make double sure you don't make any mistakes.

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
OPS:  Make sure the Admiral's belongings are safely transported to her assigned quarters.

EO Thompson says: 
CEO: Understood, Sir. I will not fail you.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::The doors close.::  Computer:  Bridge, Express!

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
FCO:  Have you always had the dream for flying?

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
Self: Something is not right but what is gong on?

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
XO: Ensign Von Petenberg is already taking care of it, Sir.

FCO_Ens_Leonidas says:
XO: I've always had the dream of freedom of motion.  I suppose flying is one way to interpret that dream.

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
::Does a check on the VIP quarter’s environmental parameters.::

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
OPS:  Great!  I knew that's why we paid you the big bucks!  ::Pats him hard on the back.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::As the lift stops on the bridge she steps out and walks over to Sam.::  XO: Sam, I am here.  What can I do for you?

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
Self: Big bucks?

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
COM: SB_OPS: USS Triton, standing by for Admiral Sheridan

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
OPS: It is an on going joke on this ship, and welcome to my Lady the Triton. I am the CEO, Q'apla.

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
FCO:  Interesting .. ::Thinks.::  I would love to hear more about that.  For now, I have to go meet the Admiral.  
CEO:  You have the bridge, J'Loni.  
OPS:  Check to see if we have clearance orders now, Ensign.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
XO:  Understood, Sam.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::Stands in front of the big chair.::

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
OPS:  I'll be in the transporter room.  Have the starbase beam the Admiral aboard when she is ready.  

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
XO: I am awaiting their signal.

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
::Heads to the TL, and orders it to the appropriate level where the transporter room is.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
*Engineering*:  Prepare to release all docking clamps and umbilicals and go on ships power.

SB OPS says:
@Com: Triton: Triton, the Admiral will not be transporting over. She should be at the airlock momentarily.

EO Thompson: 
*CEO*: Already done chief.  Just say the words.

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
*XO*: Commander, Admiral is changing the plans and will board the ship from the airlock.

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
COM: SB_OPS: This is USS Triton, please confirm, will the Admiral be boarding from the airlock?

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
::Takes a deep breath, and then hears the comm from OPS.::  *OPS*:  Understood, Ensign.  Thank you for letting me know.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
OPS: When you are ready for departure please let me know once the Admiral is onboard and Station OPS gives the final go ahead.

SB OPS says:
@Com: Triton: Confirmed Triton. She prefers to walk.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
Self: That is the Admiral I know and love.  ::smiles::

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
::Sends an operations officer to the airlock just in case the Commander doesn't make it in time.::

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
CEO: Yes, Sir.

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
::Re-orders the TL to take her to the appropriate level where the airlock is.  Waits for the TL to come to a full and complete stop, exiting and heading to the airlock to greet the Admiral.::

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
::Enters the airlock smiling at the guard on duty.::

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
COM: SB_OPS: Acknowledged.

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
::Walks quickly to the airlock and notices the Admiral just entering.  Feels a little out of breath from rushing.::  ADM:  Admiral Sheridan, welcome aboard.  ::Salutes her.::

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
XO: At ease, Commander.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::Senses the Admiral is on board and smiles.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
Self: It will be good to see the Admiral again.

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
::At ease.::  ADM:  We have your accommodations all ready for you, and your belongings are being transported to your quarters.

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
XO:  I presume you've been told that the Captain will be delayed?

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
*XO*: Sam, is the Admiral on board?

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
*CEO*:  She's just coming board now, J'Loni.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
*XO*: Wonderful news, Sam.  I am eager to see her again.

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
CEO: Airlock guard is confirming the Admiral is onboard, should I ask Starbase operations for clearance?

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
XO: I'm sure the accommodations are adequate. Now may I see the bridge before we get underway?

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
OPS: Yes, please do so. Ensign.

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
ADM:  I've been given the order.  I have some other news of my own, and was rather hoping the Captain would be here.  My father's been taken ill, and ::takes a deep breath:: .. well we're not sure if he's going to make it.

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
ADM:  This way, Admiral.  ::Tries to keep her emotions in check.::

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
COM: SB_OPS: USS Triton confirming Admiral Sheridan is onboard, we would like to initiate departure procedures.

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
XO: I am sorry, Commander. We have to hope that he will recover in time with the support of his family.  ::Walks along with her.::

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
::Walks with her.::  ADM:  I've asked for a temporary leave of absence, but I have not received word back from Starfleet Headquarters.  I was hoping the Captain would have some news for me.

SB OPS says:
@Com: Triton: Triton, you have been cleared for departure.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::Hears the SB OPS.::

FCO_Ens_Leonidas says:
::Gets ready to engage impulse engines.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
OPS: Thank Starbase OPS.

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
XO: K`Vas didn't mention anything to me this morning, my dear. Perhaps once he joins us he will have news.

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
CEO: We are cleared for departure, Sir.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
FCO: Be ready to take us at 1/4 impulse out till we clear the station and then 1/2 impulse till we reach the outer markers.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
OPS: Understood.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
*Engineering*:  Prepare to drop all moorings and go to ships power now.

EO Thompson says:
*CEO*: Understood.

FCO_Ens_Leonidas says:
::Nods:: CEO: Aye, Sir.

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
::Nods to her.::  ADM:  They've stabilized his condition, but he will need medical treatments.  All I can do is keep my fingers crossed.  ::Walks to a TL, and holds it open for the Admiral.::  After you, Admiral.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
OPS: Release docking clamps and drop umbilicals.

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
::Enters the TL with the Admiral.::  ADM:  Will you be heading to the bridge, or would you like to go to your quarters?

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
::Steps inside.:: XO: Then let's get you home to him very soon.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::Knows Thompson is doing his job.::

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
XO: The bridge, Commander, please.

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
::Nods to the Admiral, and orders the TL to the bridge.::

EO Thompson says:
*CEO*:  Ship is on internal power and all moorings and umbilicals have been dropped.::

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
ADM:  Thank you, Admiral.  We have good medicines now, and I am putting my faith in the medical knowledge that we possess today.

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
::Initiates undocking procedures.::

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
Airlock: Close the airlock and prepare to release contacts.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
OPS:  Confirm with Station that all docking clamps and umbilicals are released and ship is on internal power.

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
::Waits for the TL to open on the bridge, then exits and calls out.::  ALL:  Admiral on the Bridge.::

FCO_Ens_Leonidas says:
::Rises and stands at attention.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
::Snaps too and cross chest salutes the Admiral.::

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
::Steps out and smiles.:: All: At ease, please. You have a ship to run.

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
CEO: Visual confirmation from both starbase and airlock, all contact points released.

FCO_Ens_Leonidas says:
::Sits back down and readies impulse.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
Admiral: Welcome aboard, Admiral Sheridan.  It is a honor to see you again.

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
::Nods to the CEO.:: CEO: Commander, a pleasure.

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
XO: Commander, please attend to your duties. I will just wander if that is alright?

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
Admiral:  Would you like the honors of initiating departure, Admiral?  ::Motions for her to sit in the Captain's seat.::  It would be an honor if you would ...

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
FCO: Proceed 1/4 impulse to clear station.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
FCO: Hold on that order.

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
FCO:  Belay that order, Ensign.  ::Looks at the Admiral.::

FCO_Ens_Leonidas says:
::Keeps himself from hitting the button.::

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
::Waves a hand.::  XO:  No, thank you.  I prefer to observe.

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
::Smiles at her.::  FCO:  Proceed ensign.  ::Nods.::  Take us out, 1/4 impulse.

FCO_Ens_Leonidas says:
::Initiates 1/4 impulse.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
XO: Sam, control of bridge is released to you.

ACTION: The Triton slowly moves from its docking bay.

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
FCO:  When we reach the outer markers, take us to maximum warp.

FCO_Ens_Leonidas says:
XO: Aye, Sir.

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
CEO:  Thank you, J'Loni.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
XO: I stand relieved.

OPS_ENS_Gaeb says:
::Monitors sensors and ships traveling in the sector.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
Admiral: It is a pleasure to have you with us again.

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
::Walks around the bridge and comes to a stop behind the Captain's chair.::

Host XO_Commander_Sommers says:
::Takes a seat in her chair, leaving the big chair for the Admiral if she chooses to sit.::

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
CEO: Thank you, Commander. I always enjoy a trip with this fine crew.

CEO_LtCmdr_Mo`Bri says:
Admiral: Yes, ma'am, and I am honored to have you back on my lady the Triton.

ACTION: The Triton reaches the outer markers and goes to warp leaving Captain K`Vas behind.

Host VADM_Sheridan says:
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