USS Vesuvius, NCC-71985
Stardate 10407.27
ACTD-wide storyline, Part 2
Episode 1

Debt of Honor…

The valiant crew of the Vesuvius has returned to duty after a 4-month hiatus. On board is her new Captain, Alexandra Horn and her new Counselor, Commander Trial Martin. The Vesuvius has left Oberon Station and has arrived at Utopia Planetia ship yards with her new orders.

Already at the ship years are the USS Scimitar, the USS Dublin and the USS Nighthawk along with several other ships.

The task force fleet “wing leaders” consist of the USS Vesuvius, the USS Scimitar, the USS Dublin and the USS Nighthawk.

Each “wing leader” commands three other ships in their respective wings; all have various orders to perform once they arrive in Nacandarian space. The orders for the Vesuvius: First Contact with the V'Rax, supposed enemies of the Nacandarian's.

The total task force consists of 16 ships. The Vesuvius' wing includes three Akira-class ships:  the USS Shuriken, the USS Rapier and the USS Javelin.

The USS Dublin's wing includes: the USS Kukris, Akira-class ; the U.S.S. Io, Nebula-class; and the U.S.S. Chieftain, Defiant-class.

The Scimitar's wing includes the USS Quirinus, the USS Legacy and the USS Argo Navis. The Scimitar is designated as the task force leader since they carry the device to open the rift so the fleet may travel to Nacandarian space.

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CO Horn says:
:: In Ready Room reading over reports ::

CTO Varn says:
:: Standing at the Tactical console trying to get it through his doggie head that he's really the new Chief Tactical Officer ::

XO Stricker says:
:: Walks over to the ready room door and hits the chimes ::

CEO Tyret says:
:: At the Engineering Station on the Bridge ::

CMO Bannister says:
:: In Sickbay, finishing the set up in case there are casualties. ::

CO Horn says:
Door: Enter

FCO Lorehani says:
:: At flight control and for the first time she is without her earphones...she figures her whole attention should be on the mission this time. ::

CTO Varn says:
:: Runs one more scan on weapons, shields, and anything else he can shoot with before they leave ::

CNS Martin says:
:: In her quarters, helping her daughter with the last of their unpacking ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Adjusts her chair and settles in at her station ::

Host Sheri says:
ACTION: The viewscreen is filled with many ships which comprise the task force fleet: “Wing Leaders”: USS Scimitar, with her wing comprising of the USS Quirinus, the USS Legacy, and the USS Argo Navis;  USS Dublin with the USS Kukris, Akira-class, the Io, Nebula-class, and the Chieftain, Defiant-class; the Nighthawk with her wing of three vessels.

Host Sheri says:
ACTION: It is an impressive sight to behold…

CEO Tyret says:
:: Looks unimpressed at the fleet ::

CTO Varn says:
:: Wonders who would want to stand up against this fleet ::

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Foot tapping against the floor anxious to get a move on… ::

XO Stricker says:
:: Rings the ready room chimes again ::

CNS Martin says:
:: Places down the last of Rachel's toys and shares a smile with her daughter ::
Rachel: There, all done, now I need to get to the bridge hon

CSO Lane says:
:: Looks longingly at the Captain's chair wishing that Sam were sitting there ::

CNS Martin says:
<Rachel> CNS: Aw, can't we play a bit?

CO Horn says:
:: Looks up from the PADDS and says enter again ::   Door: Enter

FCO Lorehani says:
CSO:  Ma'am, when can I get this bucket of bolts going?  These people are slow.  We are going into battle don't they know anything?

CEO Tyret says:
:: Walks over to the FCO and gives her a PADD ::

CTO Varn says:
:: Checks with the teams assigned for boarding parties and makes sure they're armed and ready to go when they need them ::

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Looks up and takes the PADD from Tyret ::   CEO:  What is up Ensign?

CNS Martin says:
Rachel: Sorry hon, but this is important   :: Motions to the big cat in one corner of the room :: I'm sure Ruby will be willing to play as much as you want

CMO Bannister says:
Ibsen:  Alana, is the triage unit in Cargo Bay One ready in case we need it?

CTO Varn says:
CSO: All weapons at 100 percent, shields are ready to go, and boarding parties are armed and standing by Ma'am

CEO Tyret says:
FCO: Engine readiness report.

CSO Lane says:
FCO: Easy Lore, the Captain has a few things to talk over with Commander Sticker I believe. We should get the order shortly.

XO Stricker says:
:: Enters the CO's ready room and stands at attention in front of the CO's desk ::
CO: Commander Stricker, reporting as ordered ma'am.

CO Horn says:
:: Raises an eyebrow ::

CMO Bannister says:
<Doctor Ibsen> CMO:  Yes Doctor.  They're ready.

FCO Lorehani says:
CEO:  Thank you, Tyret.  I was waiting for this.   :: Quickly reads over. ::   Excellent...just keep my engines running and we will get out of this.

CO Horn says:
XO: Have a seat please. Let you know, for future reference, you do not have to be so formal with me when we are in this room

CSO Lane says:
:: Nods to Varn ::   CTO: Thank you Ensign.

CMO Bannister says:
Ibsen:  Excellent Doctor.  I want you to be in charge down there.

FCO Lorehani says:
CSO:  The worse thing before battle Ma'am is the waiting.

CTO Varn says:
CSO: You're welcome Ma'am

CNS Martin says:
:: Watches her daughter sigh, and nods ::   Rachel: Alright, have a good time with her then, I'll be back in a while   :: Heads for the door and enters the corridor ::

CSO Lane says:
FCO: True Lore, but we have to wait just like everyone else in the fleet.

CTO Varn says:
:: Gets the insane urge to figure out just why the spider did climb up the spout and shakes his head, now's not the time ::

CEO Tyret says:
FCO: I wish we would move. The Captain and the XO can talk while we move. I hate waiting and doing nothing.

CMO Bannister says:
<Doctor Ibsen>  CMO:  Yes sir.   :: Nods at her superior officer and leaves Sickbay en route to Cargo Bay One. ::

XO Stricker says:
:: Takes a seat ::   CO: Aye ma'am, first report in and all Captain...

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Sighs ::   CEO:  Unfortunately it's not the Captain's decision...I think the Scimitar is the flag ship on this one.   :: Frowns at him. ::

CMO Bannister says:
:: Walks over to his office and sits down for a moment as he looks over some notes on the mission. ::

CNS Martin says:
:: Jogs to the nearest turbolift and taps her foot impatiently, waiting for it to let her on ::

CO Horn says:
XO: I understand. There is a couple of things I want to discuss with you. Mostly they are going to be a slight change in the current command structure.

XO Stricker says:
CO: A change ma'am?

CEO Tyret says:
:: Sighs ::   FCO: Can you play some music while we wait?

CTO Varn says:
:: Wishes he had his chair but it feels good to stand up too ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Looks down and checks on the status of her console ::

CO Horn says:
XO: I want you to take charge of the following departments, FCO CSO CNS CMO.

CMO Bannister says:
:: Sends word to Commander Stricker that Sickbay and Cargo Bay One are ready to receive any casualties. ::

FCO Lorehani says:
CEO:  Not today Tyret…unfortunately we need our concentration.   :: Misses her music. ::

CO Horn says:
XO: What that means is they will report directly to you.

CNS Martin says:
:: Steps on the turbolift as soon as the doors open and orders it to the bridge, hoping she's not too late ::

CSO Lane says:
FCO: Lore, since Mr. Varn is no longer at operations, I trust you can handle it as well as your own duties for now?

XO Stricker says:
CO: Aye Captain so that flight, science, counseling and medical?

CO Horn says:
XO: This includes during combat conditions.

CO Horn says:
XO: That is correct. They will report to you, then you report to me.

FCO Lorehani says:
CSO:  We loose Powers again?   :: Turns and looks at Hope. ::   Must be with that guy from engineering...she has such a healthy appetite.   :: Slaves operations. ::   Who do you want me to call…?   :: Grins ::

CO Horn says:
XO: Do you have any questions?

CSO Lane says:
:: Smiles ::   FCO: Mr. Powers appears to be late again. Care to take care of that?

CNS Martin says:
:: Steps off the turbolift and onto the bridge, looking at the unfamiliar faces there, vaguely disliking first missions with unfamiliar crewmates ::

XO Stricker says:
CO: No sir I do not. I just however got a message from the CMO on my PADD, he is awaiting casualties.

CEO Tyret says:
:: Goes to the replicator and orders him Andorian Mineral Water ::

FCO Lorehani says:
CSO:  You can count on it…considering she was setting me up with one of his friends...the witch.

Host Sheri says:
ACTION: An incoming message comes into the Vesuvius...

CTO Varn says:
:: Checks the weapons status of the other ships and a small growl escapes his throat ::

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Sees the console blink. ::   CSO:  Ma'am we have an incoming message.  Putting on screen.  :: Taps the console ::

CO Horn says:
XO: I had him prepare for casualties in just in case. Never know what might happen once we cross through the rift.

CSO Lane says:
FCO: Fine, let's have a look.

CEO Tyret says:
:: Gets some water from the replicator and gives it the CTO to cure him of his growl ::

Host Sheri says:
ACTION: The face of an aging Starfleet Admiral in a black and red uniform appears on the view screens of the task force - Starfleet Intelligence's own Admiral Benson Hanwright.

XO Stricker says:
CO: Aye Captain and I fully understand my responsibilities. I shall inform my department of the command change.

CTO Varn says:
:: Looks at the CEO and nods his thanks, completely perplexed ::

CO Horn says:
XO: But, from now on, any changes you want to make in regards to shift rotations etc., you will decide on.

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Looks at the Admiral on the screen and sighs...Another intelligence weenie. ::

CSO Lane says:
COM: Benson: Admiral!   :: Looks a bit shocked ::

XO Stricker says:
CO: Yes ma'am and I look forward to this mission. I hope it is a welcoming return to the Vesuvius.

CTO Varn says:
:: Listens to the Admiral and wonders what it will be like to be in combat soon ::

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Sees the new counselor on the bridge and waves. ::

Host Admiral Hanwright says:
COM: Task Force: Greetings, Captains, crews.

CO Horn says:
XO: Only time will tell I guess.

CNS Martin says:
:: In the process of walking across the bridge, and nods at the FCO, suddenly realizing there's an Admiral on the screen ::

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Sits back and listens ::

CEO Tyret says:
:: Continues to hide his face in his work, because of his distrust of head shrinks ::

CMO Bannister says:
:: Receives acknowledgements from the bridge and sits ready for anything that would come Sickbay's way. ::

CO Horn says:
XO: Another thing I want you to know...

XO Stricker says:
CO: Yes ma'am.

CSO Lane says:
:: Taps the intercom button ::   *CO*: Captain, incoming message. It's Admiral Hanwright.

CO Horn says:
XO: ...I want you to speak up, on the bridge and in here.

CO Horn says:
*CSO*: Understood. Can you patch it through to in here?

CTO Varn says:
:: Tries to make sure he knows where the firing pads are for sure so he doesn't accidentally paw one ::

CSO Lane says:
*CO*: Of course Captain.   :: Taps the button again and redirects the message to the Captain's ready room ::   Go ahead ma'am.

Host Admiral Hanwright says:
COM: Task Force: You have all worked hard preparing for this assignment, one that is of the utmost importance to us here at Starfleet Command. I wish you the best of luck on your assigned missions. We are currently transferring data regarding your assigned coordinates. The Scimitar will open the rift in T-15 minutes...

CO Horn says:
XO: I want you to state your ideas, even if you think I will hate it or disregard it

XO Stricker says:
CO: Aye ma'am, I will take full intuitive to speak up. Might I return to the bridge Captain?

Host Admiral Hanwright says:
COM: Task Force: ...in that time, you will enter the alien realm and begin your journey. Good luck to you all, and may the winds of fortune be forever at your backs...Starfleet Command out.

CNS Martin says:
:: Looks around and spots the doors to the ready room, and heads for them ::

CO Horn says:
XO: Do you have any questions, concerns, complaints?

XO Stricker says:
CO: No Captain, none at all.

FCO Lorehani says:
CSO:  I guess we got our timetable Ma'am...15 minutes to battle.

Host Sheri says:
ACTION: The coordinates are received by the vessels of the Task Force, and they set course for the edge of Sol Sector…

CTO Varn says:
:: Feels the instinct to hunt growing within him and this time welcomes it ::

CO Horn says:
XO: Let you know, when we are in this room, you can speak frankly and there will be no repercussions.

FCO Lorehani says:
CSO:  I have the coordinates...I'm plotting them into the console now.   :: Double checks her numbers. ::

CSO Lane says:
FCO: Looks that way. Now stay on your toes Lore. I mean, pay close attention to everyone from now on.

XO Stricker says:
CO: Oh of course Captain...thank you ma'am.

CSO Lane says:
FCO: Acknowledged.

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Scoffs ::   CSO:  Don't insult me Ma'am...when don't I pay attention.

CO Horn says:
XO: If there is nothing else, you may return to the bridge

CEO Tyret says:
CSO: Everything is ready.

XO Stricker says:
CO: Thank you Captain.   :: Stands up and exists the ready room ::

CNS Martin says:
:: Hits the door chime just as the XO opens them from the other side ::

CTO Varn says:
CSO: We're ready to go to full weapons and shields on the Captain's command Ma'am

CSO Lane says:
CEO: Thank you. Be sure and send Commander Stricker all reports.

CO Horn says:
:: Sees the CNS at the door ::   CNS: Come in. Just in time

XO Stricker says:
:: Looks at the officer ::   CNS: Hello, I'm Commander Stricker XO. Nice to meet you.

CSO Lane says:
CTO: Acknowledged Ensign Varn.

CNS Martin says:
:: Smiles at the XO ::   XO: Err, I'm Commander Martin, pleased to meet you too

CNS Martin says:
:: Heads on into the Ready Room ::

CEO Tyret says:
:: Sends his reports to the CO and XO ::

XO Stricker says:
CNS: As do I Commander.   :: Smiles at the CNS as he walks onto the bridge ::

CO Horn says:
:: Stands ready to greet the new CNS ::

CO Horn says:
CNS: Welcome aboard   :: Extends hand ::

CNS Martin says:
:: Salutes the Captain, and shakes her hand ::   CO: Reporting for duty, ma'am

CO Horn says:
:: Shakes her hand, then sits again ::   CNS: I will be brief...

XO Stricker says:
CSO: Report Commander...   :: Takes his XO chair ::

CEO Tyret says:
XO: Everything is ready in my realm.

CTO Varn says:
XO: Weapons and shields ready Sir

XO Stricker says:
CEO: Acknowledged Ensign.

CSO Lane says:
XO: All stations report ready sir. We have the coordinates and are just awaiting the order to proceed.

XO Stricker says:
CTO: Thank you Mister Varn.

CO Horn says:
CNS: I know you are new here, but I want you to get to know the crew. They recently lost their Captain and I want you to be there for them

CEO Tyret says:
XO: Call me Chief.

CO Horn says:
CNS: Second, I see that you have Command experience...

CNS Martin says:
:: Nods ::

CO Horn says:
CNS: During combat situations I would like to utilize that experience.

XO Stricker says:
CSO: As am I Commander Lane...   :: Smiles ::   All: Alright I just met with the CO and we got a change to command structure. During this mission only the following department will report directly to me unless there is only one command officer on the bridge. Mine are flight, science, medical and counseling. The rest report to the Captain. Ok?

CTO Varn says:
XO: Understood Sir

CO Horn says:
CNS: If you have no objections, I want you to fill in the gaps that we might have

CNS Martin says:
:: Bits her lip lightly, but nods ::   CO: Of course ma'am

CEO Tyret says:
XO: Can I make a request?

XO Stricker says:
CEO: Only if it does not conflict with command orders.

CO Horn says:
CNS: One other thing. When we are in this room, I would like you to speak freely.

CEO Tyret says:
XO: Call me Chief.

CO Horn says:
CNS: You have my permission to say what ever you feel.

CSO Lane says:
:: Nods ::   XO: Acknowledged sir.

XO Stricker says:
FCO: Please lay in a course toward the coordinates given already and set speed to warp 9.

CO Horn says:
CNS: Do you have any questions?

CNS Martin says:
:: Nods again ::   CO: Of course, I'll make sure to mention anything I feel the need to in the future, but no questions for now

XO Stricker says:
CEO: You suddenly changed your rank to Chief Petty officer or Chief Warrant officer?

FCO Lorehani says:
XO:  Course already laid in and ready Sir!...   Scimitar has sent the warp factor already…a little lower hopefully you don't mind.

CEO Tyret says:
XO: No just call me chief. It is a nickname.

CEO Tyret says:
XO: Warp 9?

CO Horn says:
CNS: Good. My door is always open for you. Since you have no questions, lets head out to the bridge then.

CO Horn says:
:: Stands ::

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Mouths the word impulse to the XO. ::

CNS Martin says:
:: Smiles and turns for the door ::   CO: After you, ma'am

CO Horn says:
:: Heads out the door ::

CNS Martin says:
:: Follows the Captain onto the bridge ::

XO Stricker says:
FCO: Aye Lieutenant, at the accurate course and proper speed that was given...  My fault I wasn't informed of the speed so set to impulse power. Is full impulse ok Lieutenant?   :: Giggles ::

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Chuckles ::   XO:  I like impulse Sir…   :: Winks at him. ::

CO Horn says:
:: Heads towards the center seat ::

XO Stricker says:
CO: Captain we are enroute at full impulse power.

CEO Tyret says:
CO: Everything is working.

CO Horn says:
ALL: I would like to introduce our new CNS. So please make her feel welcome

CO Horn says:
XO: Understood.

CO Horn says:
CEO: Thank you

CTO Varn says:
:: Turns around and quickly nods to both the CO and CNS then goes right back to watching his console ::

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Turns and nods at the CNS once more. ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Smiles at the CNS ::   CNS: Counselor.

CNS Martin says:
:: Nods at the crew members already on the bridge, and takes her place next to the CO ::

XO Stricker says:
:: Smiles ::   CNS: Pleasure to make your company Commander.

Host Sheri says:
ACTION: Some of the more eager, ships make it towards the coordinates, namely the U.S.S. Nighthawk and U.S.S. Legacy…

CNS Martin says:
:: Returns the smile to the CSO, and nods at the XO ::   XO: Forgive me if I'm a little quiet
:: Smiles ::

CO Horn says:
XO: Well, lets do this then.

XO Stricker says:
CNS: It's understandable...

XO Stricker says:
CO: Yes ma'am...

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Mutters because she misses her flying music. ::

Host Sheri says:
ACTION: The Vesuvius approaches the coordinates...

CTO Varn says:
:: Gets ready to activate shields and weapons at the Captain's command ::

CO Horn says:
XO: I am assuming all departments report ready?

XO Stricker says:
CO: Yes Captain and I informed them of the command change. They are now ready to follow the new chain of command to.

CO Horn says:
CTO: Once we are through the rift, I want all ships in our wing to go directly to yellow alert

CO Horn says:
XO: Understood and thank you

Host Sheri says:
ACTION: The Vesuvius receives a message to begin charging all weapons…

CTO Varn says:
CO: Understood Sir.  Yellow as soon as we get through the rift

CSO Lane says:
XO: Commander, sensors online and set to maximum.

FCO Lorehani says:
XO: Another incoming message Sir...begin charging all weapons.

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Transfers the message to the XO's console. ::

FCO Lorehani says:
XO: We are also approaching coordinates.  We are about to enter the rift.

CTO Varn says:
:: Hears the FCO and gets ready to but not until ordered ::

XO Stricker says:
CSO: Aye...

XO Stricker says:
CO: Sir, we have an incoming message. Our orders are to charge all weapons.

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Waits for the orders to enter. ::

CEO Tyret says:
CO: Shall I assign more power to the Weapons and shields?

Host Sheri says:
ACTION: The Vesuvius receives another incoming message to hold position at her designated coordinates...

CO Horn says:
XO: Go ahead and give the order please

XO Stricker says:
CO: Aye...   CTO: Charge all weapons.

FCO Lorehani says:
ALL:  Another incoming...we are to hold position at designated coordinates...   :: Brings the ship to a stop. ::

CTO Varn says:
:: Punches the proper controls ::   XO: Weapons online and hot Sir

FCO Lorehani says:
XO:  We are at full stop.

XO Stricker says:
FCO: Aye Lieutenant.

CNS Martin says:
:: Closes her eyes for a moment, mentally preparing herself, calming her nerves, and hoping that no one gets hurt all at once. Once calmed, she opens her eyes again, ready to face any new challenges ::

CTO Varn says:
CO: Ma’am should I raise shields too?

CO Horn says:
ALL: I guess it is now a hurry and wait game

Host Sheri says:
ACTION: The countdown, from the Scimitar, rings throughout the ships in the Task Force. The viewscreen goes white as the rift opens. Then a brilliant display of color floods the viewscreen in colors of blues, purples, white and pink… The countdown continues…5…4…3…2…

XO Stricker says:
CO: Yeah it's time to play the waiting game.

CEO Tyret says:
CO: My engines were not designed for stop and go.

CSO Lane says:
:: Looks up and over at Alex and sighs ::

CO Horn says:
CTO: Wait till we are about to go into the rift

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Fingers hover over the go button. ::

CTO Varn says:
CO: Aye Ma'am

Host Sheri says:
ACTION: In a bright flash of white light the rift stabilizes...a large purple swirling rift, cracking with energy...

Host Sheri says:
ACTION: The Vesuvius receives a message that the USS Nighthawk and her wing will enter the rift first. Next to enter will be the Vesuvius with her wing of Akira-class vessels.  The Dublin is to enter the rift third, followed by the Scimitar…

CTO Varn says:
:: Watches the other ships enter and gets ready to raise the shields ::

Host Sheri says:
ACTION: The Vesuvius watches as the Nighthawk and her escorts move and enter into the rift. The ships seem to rock, slightly before vanishing in the swirling, purple aperture…

FCO Lorehani says:
All:  The new message received...Nighthawk and her vessels will be the first to enter followed by us and our wing.

XO Stricker says:
CO: So...we're second eh ma'am.

CO Horn says:
XO: It appears so. As soon as the first is through give the order to follow

CTO Varn says:
:: Chokes down the urge to howl a challenge; it probably wouldn’t go over well right now ::

XO Stricker says:
CO: Aye ma'am.

FCO Lorehani says:
XO:  Then the Dublin and the Scimitar....  One by one sir....  That reminds more of another kiddy song I don't understands.. Why do ants march one by one?

CO Horn says:
CTO: Raise shields please.

CTO Varn says:
CO: Yes Ma'am   :: Brings the shields online ::   They're up Ma'am

XO Stricker says:
FCO: Yes I know that one too. Now remember you know the speed in which to enter the rift. Inform me when it is our turn Lieutenant.

CTO Varn says:
:: Makes sure they've stabilized and are holding strong ::

CO Horn says:
CEO: Please monitor the engines and power flow closely, and be ready to compensate when necessary

CSO Lane says:
:: Rechecks the sensor panel one more time ::

CEO Tyret says:
CO: Already on it.

XO Stricker says:
CSO: Keep an aye on those sensors Commander.

CSO Lane says:
XO: On it sir.

CO Horn says:
:: Smiles at the CEO for being pro-active ::

CEO Tyret says:
:: Continues monitoring ::

FCO Lorehani says:
All: The Nighthawk is through...   :: Looks at the XO. ::   XO:  Engage?

CTO Varn says:
CO: Shields holding steady Ma'am and boarding party teams have been alerted as well if we need them

CO Horn says:
:: Hears the FCO and looks at the XO also ::

XO Stricker says:
::Stands from his chair and leans over the Conn ::   FCO: Yes Lieutenant...engage course and speed, into the rift.

CO Horn says:
CTO: Thank you.

FCO Lorehani says:
XO:  Aye Sir...   :: Taps her console ::   Engaging course…we are now at impulse...   :: Guides the ship into the rift. ::

CNS Martin says:
:: Quietly paying attention to everything going on around her, pleased to be back on a starship ::

XO Stricker says:
XO: Go steady into the rift Lieutenant.

Host Sheri says:
ACTION: The Vesuvius and her escorts enter the rift

CO Horn says:
:: Watches the viewscreen as the rift gets larger as they get closer ::

FCO Lorehani says:
XO:  Steady as she goes.... ::Barely hearing the Cmdr.::

CTO Varn says:
::watches his Tactical sensors to see what they show in the rift::

CSO Lane says:
:: Watches the screen closely ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Wonders if those bugs know what is about to hit them ::

Host Sheri says:
ACTION: The Vesuvius experiences a VERY bumpy ride as she travels the rift...

CEO Tyret says:
:: Fingers fly over his console compensating ::

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Fingers fly over the console as she tries to keep the ship steady. ::

CTO Varn says:
:: Keeps his eye on the other three ships in their wing as well ::

CO Horn says:
:: Holds onto her seat so she doesn't get bucked out due to the turbulence ::

XO Stricker says:
::Grabs a hold of the Conn, hoping he does fall flat on his tush ::

Host Sheri says:
ACTION: A few consoles spark, but it's nothing too serious, just some chips burning out...

CTO Varn says:
:: He rolls with the bumps, his canine sense of balance compensating easily ::

CEO Tyret says:
ALL: Compensating.

Host Sheri says:
ACTION: While in the rift a voice rings throughout the Vesuvius, saying, “A gift from a friend…”.

FCO Lorehani says:
:: Hears someone speaking but ignores it for fear she is going crazy. ::

CTO Varn says:
:: Looks around to see where that voice came from and does a scan of the interior of the ship looking for intruders ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Hears the voice and looks around ::

XO Stricker says:
CSO: What was that noise Commander? Where did it come from?

CEO Tyret says:
:: Ignores the voice ::

CSO Lane says:
:: Looks at the console ::   XO: From out there sir…   :: Points to the screen ::

CNS Martin says:
:: Wonders where the voice came from, holding onto her seat, and looks around wondering who it was ::

XO Stricker says:
CSO: Can you get a reading of its source?

Host Sheri says:
ACTION: Clicking sounds are heard and the rift collapses. When the view screen is activated, the Vesuvius finds herself, along with her wing, in open space. The whereabouts of the other ships, unknown….

Host Sheri says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Pause Mission >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>