Brak says:
The senior staff of the Vesuvius has been given a training mission to participate in.

Brak says:
The senior staff is to gather on the holodeck.

Brak says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<Begin Mission>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

CO-Royce says:
:: in quarters, having changed and received new orders and information on promotion ::

CSO_Trelan says:
:: walks down the hall on Deck 5 toward the turbolift ::

XO_Kelson says:
::leaves quarters and heads for turbolift::

FCO-LtDoole says:
::on turbolift, going to Deck 11::

CO-Royce says:
:: heads out of her quarters and heads to the turbolift ::

XO_Kelson says:
::takes turbolift to deck 11::

CIV_MacFarlane says:
::deciding on whether or not he should inform the new CO of his true status::

CO-Royce says:
:: enters turbolift ::

XO_Kelson says:
::fingers new pip while in lift::

Brak says:
ACTION: The holodeck is set and ready for the crew to arrive.

CSO_Trelan says:
:: enters turbolift :: Deck 11.

CO-Royce says:
computer:  deck 11

FCO-LtDoole says:
::gets off turbolift on Deck 11::

XO_Kelson says:
::exits lift and heads for holodeck::

CIV_MacFarlane says:
::pulls on his tunic and walks down the hallway to the Holodeck::

CO-Royce says:
:: exits holodeck and proceeds to the holodeck ::

FCO-LtDoole says:
::walks down the corridor to Holodeck 4

CSO_Trelan says:
:: exits turbolift next to the holodeck and enters ::

CO-Royce says:
:: stops in front of holodeck #1 ::

XO_Kelson says:
::enters holodeck::

CO-Royce says:
:: takes a deep breath, then enters holodeck #1 ::

CIV_MacFarlane says:
::enters the holodeck::

FCO-LtDoole says:
::sees the CO heading towards Holodeck 1, reverses direction::

XO_Kelson says:
::watches rest of crew enter::

CO-Royce says:
:: moves to the left of the holodeck door, and looks around ::

FCO-LtDoole says:
::arrives at and enters Holodeck 1::

CSO_Trelan says:
CO: Good day, captain. Congratulations on the promotion.

CO-Royce says:
:: smiles at Dru ::  CSO:  thank you, Dru

Brak says:
<Computer>Program is active.

CSO_Trelan says:
:: smiles, tilts head ::

CIV_MacFarlane says:
::leans against one of the walls tapping his PADD with his typical stoic expression::

CTO_Wakefield says:
::enters holodeck::

XO_Kelson says:
::nods at new Captain:

CTO_Wakefield says:
::sees Sam and Xen::

CO-Royce says:
:: nods at XO ::

CO-Royce says:
:: sees Dan...::  CTO:  welcome back to the Vesuvius!

CTO_Wakefield says:
CO/XO:  CTO Ensign Dathan Wakefield reporting for duty.

CTO_Wakefield says:
CO:  Thanks Cap.  Good to be back.

CO-Royce says:
:: smiles at CTO, nodding ::

XO_Kelson says:
CTO: ::notices old crewmate::  Well, well...if it isn't Wake here for another go-around!  ::smiles::

CSO_Trelan says:
:: smiles, remembering his first time reporting to Captain Alar ::

CTO_Wakefield says:
XO:  You know I always wanted your job Sam.

CO-Royce says:
:: smiles at the banter between Sam and Dan ::

XO_Kelson says:
CTO: Couldn't have asked for anyone better, Dathan.

Brak says:
ACTION: The program activates and begins running. The Vesuvius is hailed by an incoming vessel.

CSO_Trelan says:
:: suddenly finds himself in front of SCI I ::

XO_Kelson says:
::takes seat to right of captain's chair::

CTO_Wakefield says:
CO:  We are receiving a hail Captain.

CIV_MacFarlane says:
::takes position at the engineering station::

CO-Royce says:
CTO:  open a channel

CSO_Trelan says:
:: without missing a beat, runs sensor scans ::

CTO_Wakefield says:
::opens channel::  CO:  Open.

CO-Royce says:
*vessel*:  this is Captain Royce of the USS Vesuvius...how may we be of assistance?

CTO_Wakefield says:
::begins diagnostic on defensive systems::

Brak says:
ACTION: The viewscreen activates, and there are two bipeds standing there, looking like they have humanoid heads which have been turned upside down on their necks, with a single eyeball on their chin.

CO-Royce says:
:: looks a bit...intrigued ::

XO_Kelson says:
::leans over to run check on humanoids in data bank::

CTO_Wakefield says:
::notices aliens...interesting::

Brak says:
*Royce* We are members of the great Vindaloovian Empire, and we are here for a meeting with you....hoomans.

Keltar says:
@::looks at the strange looking humans::

CIV_MacFarlane says:
::thinks that they definitely have a reason to keep their chin up::

Brak says:
::sticks tongue out and appears to spit at the screen::

CSO_Trelan says:
XO: Scans show it is a diplomatic transport vessel. Limited defensive capabilities.

XO_Kelson says:
::not too thrilled with the use of "hoomans"...too close to Ferengi::

CO-Royce says:
*Vindaloovians*:  what type of meeting are you proposing?  Where do you hail from?

Brak says:
*Royce* We were told by you Federation types that we would be meeting on the Vesuvius for a diplomatic function to establish relations between our races.

XO_Kelson says:
::wonders if the spitting is part of the greeting::

CTO_Wakefield says:
::accesses CSO's scans...not even close to being a threat to us...::

FCO-LtDoole says:
XO: A first contact situation?

Keltar says:
@::looks at Brak and shakes her head::

CO-Royce says:
*Vindaloovians*:  My crew and I will be happy to welcome you aboard.  Do you require any special requirements?

XO_Kelson says:
FCO: Could be...

Brak says:
*Royce* Yes...food would be a...benefit.

Keltar says:
@::burps loudly at the screen::

XO_Kelson says:
CO: I'll have the observation lounge prepared, Ma'am.

FCO-LtDoole says:
XO: Kind of remind me of the Pakled.

XO_Kelson says:
::smiles::

CO-Royce says:
*Vindaloovians*:  please, transmit your request, and a recipe if you have it so that we may accommodate you

Brak says:
*Royce* I'm sure you will come up with a menu to honor us. We will meet you in one hour.

CSO_Trelan says:
:: trying not to giggle out loud, stifles a snicker instead ::

CO-Royce says:
:: turns to look at the crew ::

Keltar says:
@::spits a big wad of spit at the screen::

Brak says:
*Royce* This transmission is ended.

Brak says:
ACTION: The line goes dead.

CTO_Wakefield says:
CO:  Should we bring, rain coats?

CO-Royce says:
XO:  Sam, I want you with me...   Dathan:  please meet our guests and escort them to the observation lounge

Brak says:
ACTION: Time lapse. One hour has passed, and the delegation is gathered in the observation lounge.

CSO_Trelan says:
CO/XO: Receiving transport coordinates.

FCO-LtDoole says:
CO: Though they're mannerism, leave as they say on Earth...something to be desired. I sense no hostilities of any kind. These people are sincere.

XO_Kelson says:
CO: Aye, aye Ma'am.

XO_Kelson says:
::rises from chair::

CO-Royce says:
:: in the lounge, wondering if she should shake hands?  with the guests ::

CTO_Wakefield says:
::enters observation lounge with Vindaloo representatives::

CSO_Trelan says:
:: enters the lounge ::

FCO-LtDoole says:
::enters observation lounge with the others::

CO-Royce says:
:: decides to sit in her chair ::    Vindaloovians:  please, be seated.  Welcome to the Vesuvius.

XO_Kelson says:
::enters lounge following CO:

CTO_Wakefield says:
CO:  Captain, may I present Keltar, and Brak of Vindaloo.

XO_Kelson says:
::takes seat next to CO::

Brak says:
::gestures to self:: Royce: I am Brak. This ::gestures to companion:: is Keltar, my second. ::looks sharply at Wakefield.

Keltar says:
Brak: Do we have to put up with these inferior hoomans? ::spits on the floor::

CSO_Trelan says:
:: takes his seat on the left of the table ::

Brak says:
Wakefield: Not Vindaloo! That is the homeworld. We represent the Vindaloovian Empire!

CO-Royce says:
:: nods her head ::  Vindaloovians:  Welcome.

FCO-LtDoole says:
Sits in his seat next to the CO across the table from the XO

CIV_MacFarlane says:
::gets up from the Engineering station and moves over to Tactical hoping his absence from the meal isn't noticed::

XO_Kelson says:
Self::shakes head::  Great start...

Brak says:
::regains self:: Keltar: We must, for the sake of....::spit:: diplomacy.

CTO_Wakefield says:
Brak:  My apologies.  I am not well versed in the culture of your Empire and people, though I am eager to learn.

Keltar says:
::walks across the room to the table:: Self: hmmm...

XO_Kelson says:
::thinks we should have replicated spittoons::

CO-Royce says:
:: gestures to the Vindaloovians ::  Vindaloovians:  Please, be seated.  We have for you a dish from Eastern India...a rice and curry dish.  I hope you find this attractive

Brak says:
::nods gracefully to Wakefield and Royce:: Thank you.

FCO-LtDoole says:
<Chefs>CO: Here is the delicacies the you asked for.

Keltar says:
CO: What is this? ::points to a dish of green stuff::

CO-Royce says:
Vindaloovians:  we also have a greens dish from the south of the United States...it's called simply "greens"

Brak says:
::sits, sniffs at the food, and then sits up in alarm:: Keltar: Do you not recognize the most sacred of curries! Blasphemy!

CO-Royce says:
there is also a meat dish...beef Mongolian...rather spicy

Brak says:
Keltar: They have profaned the sacred curry stains!

CO-Royce says:
Brak:  we can remove the dish if it offends you

CSO_Trelan says:
:: startled, looks to the delegates ::

CO-Royce says:
:: gestures to have dish removed ::

Brak says:
::eye narrows:: Royce: How did you do this dark magic?

XO_Kelson says:
Keltar: The Sacred Stains?

Keltar says:
::backs up from the table and points at the dish:: All: You defile us!

FCO-LtDoole says:
XO: Dark Magic?

XO_Kelson says:
FCO: Superstitious race...

CSO_Trelan says:
:: eyes narrow :: Keltar: How so?

CO-Royce says:
Keltar/Bark:  there is no magic involved...the computer transported the offending dishes away

Brak says:
Royce: How did you create the most sacred of stain givers?

CTO_Wakefield says:
Keltar/Brak:  Let me apologize again.  As I said we know so little about your customs and traditions.  It may take some time before our two peoples learn what to do, and what not to do when engaging in talks.

CIV_MacFarlane says:
::runs some more thorough scans of the Vindaloovian vessel, trying to find something they may be hiding::

XO_Kelson says:
Keltar: I'm sure we can rectify the situation with a little help on your part, gentlemen.

CO-Royce says:
Keltar/Bark:  I do not understand...the most sacred of stain givers?

Keltar says:
CSO: You dare to bring the sacred curry before unbelievers!

Brak says:
Royce: I demand that you no longer create these dishes. Can you give us this promise?

CO-Royce says:
Brak:  I can, and willing do so.

XO_Kelson says:
::thinks it's fine by him::

Keltar says:
::spits on the CSO::

CSO_Trelan says:
Keltar: We mean no disrespect. We simply were providing... :: turns away quickly ::

CTO_Wakefield says:
::notices saliva dripping down CSO's uniform tunic::

FCO-LtDoole says:
Keltar: Please don't do that.

CO-Royce says:
:: looks to Keltar:  Keltar:  is this gesture you just did...spitting, is that a ritual for your kind?

CIV_MacFarlane says:
::hears some of the ruckus in the Lounge and thinks that his plan was for the best::

FCO-LtDoole says:
Keltar: He didn't mean to offend you.

Keltar says:
::thinks these hoomans are barbarians::

CSO_Trelan says:
:: wipes face and tunic ::

Brak says:
::blinks:: Royce: You share not saliva?

CO-Royce says:
Brak:  we do, we call it a kiss

Keltar says:
::rubs the saliva over the CSO's face::

Brak says:
:;seems mollified about the curry now that Royce has given her promise::

XO_Kelson says:
FCO::whispers:: Lt...It may just be part of there biofunctions.  Like asking us to stop breathing.  A little more tolerance.

CSO_Trelan says:
:: takes a deep breath, tries not to lose temper ::

XO_Kelson says:
::walks over to Keltar::

CO-Royce says:
:: looks to CSO, begins to smile, then giggle ::

Keltar says:
CSO:Now you are prepared to be worthy of the sacred stains.

FCO-LtDoole says:
XO: ::whispers:: Sorry sir.

Brak says:
Keltar: I think we have shared much with them.

XO_Kelson says:
::spits on Keltar and bows::

CTO_Wakefield says:
Keltar/Brak:  When we greet each other we shake hands.  ::demonstrates by offering his hand to XO::

CSO_Trelan says:
Keltar: We simply shake hands to say hello. :: wipes face again ::

Keltar says:
Brak: I believe so.

XO_Kelson says:
Keltar: We do not mean to offend...please accept our apologies.

Keltar says:
XO: You honour me. ::bows::

CO-Royce says:
:: smiles at the exchange between the CSO and guests ::

CSO_Trelan says:
:: shock shows on his face ::

Brak says:
Royce: You have proven yourselves worthy of the Empire....I am pleased.

XO_Kelson says:
Keltar: Now...what can we get you two to eat?

Keltar says:
:;sticks out her tongue at the XO::

CO-Royce says:
:: smiles at Brak ::  Brak:  I'm glad to hear that

FCO-LtDoole says:
XO: I am sensing that he has taking rather a fancy to you.

CIV_MacFarlane says:
::surprised by the sheer volume of saliva on board the vessel, he beams a small quantity to science lab 5 for further analysis::

XO_Kelson says:
::reciprocates by sticking tongue out at Keltar::

XO_Kelson says:
::winks at FCO::

CTO_Wakefield says:
::tries to hide a smile as he takes his seat::

Brak says:
::sticks tongue out at Royce:: Royce: I have heard much of a substance you call "peanut butter."

CO-Royce says:
:: looks to XO and whispers... ::  XO: remember, no curry

CSO_Trelan says:
:: makes a mental note for further encounters with this new race ::

Keltar says:
XO: I have a strong desire for something you call ice cream.

FCO-LtDoole says:
::following the XO's lead and sticks his tongue out at Keltar::

XO_Kelson says:
CO: Yes, Captain.  I'll order the peanut butter.

CO-Royce says:
:: smiles ::   Brak:  I would be happy to accommodate you with some peanut butter.   :: walks to replicator ::

Brak says:
Royce: After the sharing of this meal, we can discuss all the empire has to offer the Federation in it's application for membership.

Keltar says:
FCO: You have such food?

CO-Royce says:
:: takes back to Brak::   Brak:  this is peanut butter.  Please, help yourself.

CO-Royce says:
:: raises eyebrows...::

XO_Kelson says:
Keltar: Ice cream...many flavors.  Your choice.

CSO_Trelan says:
:: sits after wiping all the wetness from his uniform ::

CO-Royce says:
Brak:  I would be happy to discuss this with you.

FCO-LtDoole says:
Keltar: Yes, I can get you Peanut Butter

Keltar says:
:;looks over at Brak with the peanut butter::

Brak says:
::dips fingers into bowl of peanut butter, scoops up a large glob, and licks it::

Brak says:
Royce: This is truly evidence of your hospitality. Thank you.

CO-Royce says:
:: watches Brak with the peanut butter ::

Keltar says:
FCO: No, I want ice cream

FCO-LtDoole says:
Keltar: Would you like some?

CSO_Trelan says:
:: watches the delegates, intriguingly ::

Keltar says:
XO: Give it to me...

CO-Royce says:
Brak:  You're very welcomed.  I hope you like peanut butter

FCO-LtDoole says:
Keltar: As you wish. Any particular flavor?

CO-Royce says:
:: looks around to her other officers ::

XO_Kelson says:
Keltar: How about double fudge brownie...It's my favorite.

CIV_MacFarlane says:
::awaiting a preliminary bio analysis on the saliva sample::

Keltar says:
All: what is flavour? :;stamps her feet::

XO_Kelson says:
Keltar: No matter...try this. ::hands bowl to Keltar::

CSO_Trelan says:
:: looks to Keltar :: Tell me, what kind of scientific advancements have your culture made?

Keltar says:
XO: You eat first....

Brak says:
ACTION: The holodeck simulation ends.

CO-Royce says:
Brak:  there are many other types of food that you may find enjoyable...

Brak says:
ACTION: The crew is now back on the yellow and black grid of the holodeck.

CO-Royce says:
:: looks around ::

CSO_Trelan says:
:: stands, facing a black and yellow grid wall ::

CTO_Wakefield says:
All:  That was quick.

CO-Royce says:
:: takes a deep, deep breath ::

Keltar says:
CSO: Later....we eat now.

CIV_MacFarlane says:
::nearly looses his footing when the tactical console disappears, he stays on his feet and retains a little bit of dignity though::

XO_Kelson says:
CO: Interesting race, don't you think?

CmdrMcConnell says:
::enters the holodeck:: Royce: Commander, you and your crew have done well.

CTO_Wakefield says:
XO/CO:  Are they real, or fictitious?

CO-Royce says:
CmdrMcConnell:  thank you, sir

XO_Kelson says:
::snaps to attention::

CSO_Trelan says:
:: clears throat and turns quickly to face the others ::

CmdrMcConnell says:
Wakefield: To the best of my knowledge, the Vindaloovians are not real...although in this galaxy, you never know.

CO-Royce says:
CmdrMcConnell:  is there...was there anything else we could have done better?

CIV_MacFarlane says:
::turns around and stands at ease::

CSO_Trelan says:
:: slightly smiles ::

CTO_Wakefield says:
::nods to Cmdr. McConnell::

FCO-LtDoole says:
CmdrMcConnell: I must say that they were a fascinating lot.

CmdrMcConnell says:
Royce: You did just fine. You encountered a difficult situation, and your crew responded well.

CO-Royce says:
:: smiles ::  Cmdr. McConnell:  thank you, again, sir

XO_Kelson says:
::feels sense of pride in making the new captain look good::

FCO-LtDoole says:
CmdrMcConnell: Don't I know you?

CmdrMcConnell says:
Royce/crew: Now, if I may suggest that you all go and get changed, you can get underway to your next mission.

CmdrMcConnell says:
Doole: Yes, we met on Aquaria.

CSO_Trelan says:
:: not sure what to say, since he almost lost his temper ::

CO-Royce says:
Cmdr McConnell:  Sir, how are the evacuees from Aquaria?  You were from there, weren't you?

XO_Kelson says:
FCO::shakes his head at Doole:: Not now, Lieutenant...

CTO_Wakefield says:
::nods to Cmdr::  Cmdr.:  Aye sir.

FCO-LtDoole says:
CmdrMcConnell: You the one we rescued from Aquaria.

CmdrMcConnell says:
Royce: They are all doing well, thank you. They have a great deal to thank you for.

FCO-LtDoole says:
CmdrMcConnell: You forget sir, that I am Betazoid. You cannot hide the truth from me.

CO-Royce says:
:: smiles ::   Cmdr:  they have a lot to be proud of in themselves, sir.

XO_Kelson says:
Cmdr: Thank you sir...

CO-Royce says:
:: looks to Doole and whispers...::  Doole:  not now.

XO_Kelson says:
::walks over to CSO::

CmdrMcConnell says:
Royce: I'd just be careful of that one. ::gestures to Doole:: He doesn't seem to know much about protocol.

CO-Royce says:
:: smiles ::   Cmdr:  thank you, sir...

CO-Royce says:
Cmdr:  I'll keep my eye on him

CSO_Trelan says:
:: looks to the XO :: XO: Thanks for saving me in there, sir. :: snickers ::

CIV_MacFarlane says:
::slips out of the holodeck and returns to his quarters::

XO_Kelson says:
CSO: Don't be so hard on yourself, Ensign.  You held up well under the deluge...::smiles::

CmdrMcConnell says:
Royce: More than that. He should probably have a psych evaluation soon.

CmdrMcConnell says:
Royce/crew: Now, if you will excuse me....fair skies.

CmdrMcConnell says:
::leaves the holodeck::

CSO_Trelan says:
Cmdr: Sir.

CSO_Trelan says:
:: nods ::

CO-Royce says:
:: smiles ::

XO_Kelson says:
::nods::

FCO-LtDoole says:
::whispers back:: CO: Protocol or no, you know I will follow your orders to the "T", barring any safety endangerments.

CO-Royce says:
:: looks to the crew ::   All:  thanks folks...

XO_Kelson says:
CO: So Captain...how was the first dry run???

CO-Royce says:
Crew:  before we are dismissed...

CTO_Wakefield says:
::in reference to Doole's comments::  XO:  Nice to know some things haven't changed.

CSO_Trelan says:
:: looks to the captain appreciatively ::

CIV_MacFarlane says:
::taps his pad and arranges the rendezvous::

CO-Royce says:
XO:  I hope it went well...at least the Cmdr thought so...give me a day or so to think about it

XO_Kelson says:
CTO::winks at CTO::

XO_Kelson says:
CO: Yes, Ma'am?

CO-Royce says:
All:  I believe we have some things to attend to...

XO_Kelson says:
CO: Yes, Ma'am.

XO_Kelson says:
Crew: Dismissed.

CmdrMcConnell says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<End mission>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>