Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Welcome Cmdr Cha’uck

XO Cmdr Cha’uck says:
Captain: Thank you.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
The seminar here will not start for another 25 minutes or so...please make your self comfortable

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Welcome Cmdr Somak

XO Cmdr Cha’uck says:
:: Notices the other Cmdr walk into the room. ::

XO Cmdr Somak says:
:: Nods. :: Thank you.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Please...be comfortable.  The seminar is to start in about 25 minutes or so

XO Cmdr Cha’uck says:
Cmdr Somak: Cmdr Cha`uck first officer of Avalon station.

XO Cmdr Cha’uck says:
:: extends hand. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
:: Nods politely. ::

XO Cmdr Somak says:
:: Takes hand and shakes. ::   Cmdr Cha`uck: Cmdr Somak, currently CO of USS Artemis.

XO Cmdr Cha’uck says:
Cmdr: Nice to meet you Captain.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Are you in the acting position, Cmdr Somak?

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Cmdr Corjet!  Welcome

XO Cmdr Somak says:
Capt Xenobia: Currently, yes, sir. My Captain is under investigation and I've been assigned to CO's post while he's on the Starbase.

XO Cmdr Cha’uck says:
:: Nods at the other Cmdr who has just arrived. ::

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Smiles. ::   Hello Captain. :: Smiles and nods to the rest. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
:: Smiles at Somak. ::   Good experience, Cmdr!  Best of luck to you!

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
All:  Please...make yourselves comfortable. The seminar is to start in about 20 minutes or so

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Smiles and takes a seat near the rear as he's only a Second Officer. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Captain Rya...Welcome!  :: Smiles. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Cmdr Xia...Welcome

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Capt Eden...Welcome

XO Cmdr Somak says:
:: Gives a nod to Capt Xenobia. ::

Captain Rya says:
:: Smiles at Royce. ::   Captain: Thank you Captain Royce.

XO Cmdr Cha’uck says:
:: Thinks our host is going to get tired of greeting people. ::

LtCmdr Kaimana Xia says:
:: Enters the room, her hair flowing neatly down her back as she looks around at the assembled officers. ::

Captain Rya says:
:: Takes a seat and looks around the room. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
:: Giggles. ::   Cha’uck: Never...part of the job tonight.   :: Smiles. ::

CO Capt Eden says:
Nice to meet you Captain.   :: Looks around the room and the friendly host. ::

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Smiles and nods to the Lt Commander.  Then turns his attention back to the Captain. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
All:  Please...make yourselves comfortable.  The seminar is to start in about 18 minutes or so.

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Smiles his unique Bajoran smile. ::   :«)

Captain Rya says:
:: Stands up and walks over to Royce. ::   Capt: Please excuse me. I'll be right back.

XO Cmdr Cha’uck says:
:: Wonders what will be covered in this conference. ::

LtCmdr Kaimana Xia says:
:: Nods to the Commander and looks around. ::   Corjet: Gold uniform...somehow I feel the two of us will be slightly out of place in this seminar...   :: She smiles and takes a seat slowly, in an almost majestic and delicate way. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
:: Smiles. ::  Xia:  All are welcomed here tonight Commander...gold uniform, blue, red.  It doesn't matter….

LtCmdr Kaimana Xia says:
Royce: Thank you, Captain. I will be sure to make efficient use of my time here, and I would like to personally thank you for taking the time to arrange this seminar for those of us in attendance...

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
:: Smiles. ::   Xia:  It's my pleasure.  I hope that I will be able to give some valuable insight to those in attendance.

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Smiles. ::   Xia: Yes...   :: Giggles softly. ::   Well, I'm only here because I'm Second Officer of Kootenai Station.

XO Cmdr Cha’uck says:
:: Wonders where every one else is from. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Well...you can all start by introducing yourselves and stating your assignment stations.  Cmdr Corjet...would you care to start?

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Welcome Cmdr Shras...Capt Knight

CO Capt Eden says:
CEO: Don't fret too much about sticking out...it's the FCO's in disguise that you really have to worry about.   :: Grins knowingly. ::

LtCmdr Kaimana Xia says:
Corjet: I was previously the Executive Officer of the U.S.S. Trylani, but I am currently serving aboard the U.S.S. Delphyne, hopefully gaining experience to proceed once more into a command position...

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Smiles with pride and blushes in embarrassment, then stands. ::
ALL: Commander Corjet Randy, Chief Engineer and Second Officer of Kootenai Station.

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Smiles. ::   Xia: Oh, ok.  Ah…The Big D.  I had a friend stationed there...Or quite a few.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Welcome Captain Rya

CO Capt Eden says:
:: Sees her First Officer enter the room and waves him over. ::

Captain Rya says:
:: Slips back in and to a seat near the back so she doesn't disturb anyone if she has to leave.  Smiles at Royce. ::   Capt: Thank you Captain.

CTO LtCmdr Xia says:
:: Watches as the Captain she met from the Main Hall she met earlier re-enters the seminar hall.  She smiles to her and nods, still in her seat, and listening to Commander Corjet's introduction. ::

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Sits back down. ::

XO Cmdr Shras says:
:: Salutes Captain Eden and the others present. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Corjet:  Thank you, Cmdr.  Anyone else care to introduce themselves?

Capt. T Knight says:
Royce: I will Capt…

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Smiles with a nod to Xenobia. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
:: Nods At Capt Knight. ::

Capt. T Knight says:
Captain Thorne Knight, CO of the Triton at your service

XO Cmdr Cha’uck says:
:: Stands. ::   ALL: Cmdr Cha`uck son of Karg First officer of Avalon station.

XO Cmdr Cha’uck says:
:: Sits. ::

XO Cmdr Somak says:
:: Stands. ::   ALL: Cmdr Somak, First Officer of the USS Artemis.   :: Sits. ::

CTO LtCmdr Xia says:
:: She stands with a smile and looks around. ::   All: Lt. Commander Kaimana Xia. I have served aboard the U.S.S. McIssac, U.S.S. Trylani, at the Avondale Fleet Yards, and currently serve aboard the U.S.S. Delphyne as Chief Tactical Officer...   :: She smiles, nods and takes her seat once again. ::

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Smiles as he hears of his Sister Station. ::

Captain Rya says:
:: Glances around and then stands.  ::   Captain Alara Rya of the USS Europa.
:: Smiles and then sits back down. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Welcome Captains McPherson and Sheridan

XO Cmdr Somak says:
McPherson-Quest: Greetings Captain

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Wonders why the Europa seems familiar to him, then remembers David Foley, whom he served on the Ganymede with. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
:: Smiles. ::   All: Please...make yourselves comfortable.  The seminar will begin shortly.

CO McPherson-Quest says:
:: Nods to his XO. ::   Cmdr….

Capt. S Sheridan says:
Royce: Thank you Captain Royce.   :: Smiles and looks for a seat. ::
ersation.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Welcome Lt Riker

Captain Rya says:
:: Crosses her legs and from her vantage point near the back returns to observing the room...and notices her CMO enter. ::

Capt. T Knight says:
:: Settles back in his chair and smiles at Serena. ::   Sheridan: Following me??

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
All:  Captain Sheridan is from the Huron.

CMO Lt Riker says:
Thank you captain.   :: Grins. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Cmdr Horn!  Welcome!

Cmdr Alex Horn says:
Hello

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
All: Cmdr Horn is from the Vesuvius

CTO LtCmdr Xia says:
:: She notices Captain's Knight and Sheridan who she had introduced herself to earlier, remember the time she spent serving under Commander Jah`d.  She then notices as several more officers enter the room - a medic, and a Tactical officer, from the look of things. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
All:  We are doing introductions at this time.

Capt. S Sheridan says:
:: Laughs. ::   Knight: But of course Thorne. I follow all the handsome Captains.

Capt. T Knight says:
:: Smiles and winks. ::

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Smiles and giggles a bit. ::

Captain Rya says:
:: Smiles and nods at Riker. ::

CO Capt Eden says:
:: Whips around the corner back to her seat. ::   All: I'm Captain Alyson Eden from the USS Geneva.   :: Exhales and sits. ::

CTO LtCmdr Xia says:
:: She notices the carefree attitude and familiarity between many of the officers assembled and she begins to relax and enjoy her surroundings. As she looks around the room, she notices a face that she recalled from personnel files - Timothy Riker...who previously served with her friend and companion, Alina Keindar. ::

Captain Rya says:
:: Grins at Captain Eden's introduction and relaxes back into her chair. ::

CTO Cmdr Horn says:
:: Sits and looks around. ::

Capt. S Sheridan says:
:: Turns and smiles at Captain Eden. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
All:  All right.  I hope everyone has had a chance to introduce themselves.

CTO LtCmdr Xia says:
Self: Avalon, Delphyne, Europa, Vesuvius, Geneva, Kootenai, Artemis, Triton, Huron...quite an array of vessels...very impressive.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
I'd like to thank everyone for attending this session of Center Chair.  I am Captain Xenobia Royce, Commanding Officer of the Galaxy-class starship USS Vesuvius, NCC-71985 and your host for this session.

CMO Lt Riker says:
ALL: Hey y’all to those I know and those I don’t

CO McPherson-Quest says:
All: I am Capt McPherson-Quest, CO of the USS Artemis

Capt. S Sheridan says:
:: Applauds. ::

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Quites down and listens intently. ::

Capt. T Knight says:
:: Joins Serena in applauding. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Again, welcome to all who have joined in this session.

CTO LtCmdr Xia says:
:: Smiles and begins to focus on the Captain at the front as she begins to speak and open up this session.  Her emerald eyes are fixed on the officer before her, and she claps, joining in on the light applause. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
:: Smiles politely waiting for the assemblage to quiet. ::

Captain Rya says:
:: Focuses all of her attention on Captain Royce. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
For those of you who are curious, the Vesuvius meets on Tuesday evenings in ACTDShipMissions at 2100 hrs EST (9pm), 2000 hrs CST (8pm), 1900 hrs MST (7pm), and 1800 hrs PST (6pm).  All are welcomed to come and watch the fun!

CTO Cmdr Horn says:
:: Looking around sees a many red shirts in room. ::

CO Capt Eden says:
:: Straightens in her seat and applauses Captain Royce with the others. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Now that I got my little plug in for my ship, let's get down to business.
:: Smiles. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
I'll be talking about Command; specifically what it is like to take Command as a Captain.

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Giggles to himself and coughs…"Kootenai". ::

Capt. K`Beth (~Capt_KBe@actdnet-50190.direcpc.com) has joined the conversation.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
I will also be talking about the responsibilities of a Captain.

CO McPherson-Quest says:
:: Sits with his XO, Cmdr. Somak. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
In my opinion, there is a gray line that separates these two areas regarding Command…for what it is like to take Command also in a sense embodies the question of what are the responsibilities of Command.

CTO LtCmdr Xia says:
:: She immediately notices as her Commanding Officer, K'Beth T'Kar enters the room.  Without hesitation she returns her attention to the Trill Captain, and he speech at the front of the room. ::

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Sighs and knows as he was forcefully put in the Command chair for a while on the ship that's attached to Kootenai station.  Then starts taking notes. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
In this session, I will attempt to distinguish between the two.  However, please note again that this is my opinion; I feel you cannot do one without the other.

Captain Rya says:
:: Smiles at Captain K'Beth. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
There are also other aspects of being a Captain that will not be covered here.  However, you have any questions about Command, please hold them.  There will be a Q & A portion after my short dissertation.

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Smiles and nods. ::

Capt. K`Beth says:
:: Grins and stands quietly in the back. ::

CTO LtCmdr Xia says:
:: She takes out her PADD and prepares to make several reference points and jot down any potential questions she may have at the end of the session. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
:: Smiles across the room. ::   Let me give you a little bit of my background.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
I am a Beta Trill and have the characteristic spotting of my species.  Beta Trills are heartier than Alpha Trills, who by the way have the nose ridges, and as such Beta Trills are able to use the Transporter as opposed to being shuttled from place to place.

CTO Cmdr Horn says:
:: Sits quietly ready to cheer her captain on. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
I am host to the 800 year old Royce symbiont and am Royce's tenth host.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
I graduated from Starfleet Medical Academy at the top of my class even though I was gone for approximately six weeks to return to Trill to receive the Royce symbiont.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
When I graduated I was promoted to Ensign and immediately assigned to the Vesuvius who was then in space dock at Oberon Station.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
After working hard I was promoted to lieutenant, junior grade and eventually become a full lieutenant and promoted to the position of Chief Medical Officer where I stayed until I was promoted to Commander and reassigned as the Acting Commander for the Vesuvius.

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Starts remembering his experience at the Command Chair...That difficult decision between the lives of his crew and ship, or those of the Aliens they were sent to help. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
A short time later, Starfleet promoted me to Commanding Officer and reassigned me to the Captain's Center Chair onboard the Vesuvius where I have remained for nearly two years.

CTO LtCmdr Xia says:
:: She listens to the Captain intently. ::   Self: No wonder deal Lon was so determined to save this woman's life...she sounds like a great asset to Starfleet and the Federation...let alone Trill society alone...

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
I have received commendation for dedication to service in saving Captain Navaren Alar's life; have been decorated with the Axanar Humanitarian Medal for actions with Aquaria Colony and have received the Star Cross for heroism and distinguished service in military operations against an armed enemy with cluster for bravery under fire.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
I have grown with the position of Captain, and feel that I have some valuable insight for those of you in attendance today.   :: Smiles at the assembled group. ::

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Smiles with pride as he has a few of the mentioned medals. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
The tour of duty for a Captain, whether you command a Galaxy-class vessel, a Sovereign class, an Excelsior class or even a Norway or Miranda class vessel remains the same.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Bottom line: It doesn't matter the type of vessel you command.  Your call to duty should never, ever change.

Capt. Ahkileez (ahkileez@host.acalltoduty.com) has joined the conversation.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Now, you may be asking, “What exactly is she talking about?”  Well, the call to duty for each Captain may be a little different as I can only speak from my own personal experiences.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
However, the primary responsibilities of the commanding officer are leadership and command of a crew or team in the direction of attaining a particular mission directive and the safety and well being of officers under his or her command.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Not only that, but a Captain must also uphold the values, policies of The Constitution of the United Federation of Planets.

CEO Ltjg Irvin (~actdirvin@63.166.164.actdnet-53972) has joined the conversation.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
The Constitution of the United Federation of Planets is a historic document which outlines the framework by which the Federation is governed for the mutual benefit and protection of member planets and individual citizens.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Among the assurances of individual civil liberties contained in the Constitution is the Seventh Guarantee.  This protects citizens against self-incrimination.

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Smiles and nods. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Any and all persons aboard a Federation vessel are guaranteed these fundamental individual rights as stated in the Constitution.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
There is the Prime Directive, also known as General Order #1 which prohibits Starfleet personnel and spacecraft from interfering with the normal development of any society and mandates that any Starfleet vessel or crew member is expendable to prevent violation of this rule.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Now, this was implemented in the early years of the Federation's history and played a key part in Starfleet and Federation policy toward newly discovered civilizations.  It was also very difficult to enforce in the early days.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
In most cases, the Prime Directive applies to any civilization that had not yet developed the use of warp drive for interstellar travel.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
This is not to say that the Prime Directive is absolute.  There are many cases in Starfleet history where the Prime Directive has been violated.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
However, it is the duty of a Starfleet Captain to try and ensure the Prime Directive in any mission where it could apply.  This is difficult at times.
:: Smiles about the room. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Since becoming Captain, I have found that I have had to be many things to many people.  My uniform, it seems, never comes off.  I am on duty 24/7 overseeing the needs of the ship and her crew.

Capt. S Sheridan says:
:: Nods in agreement. ::

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Nods. ::

Capt. T Knight says:
:: Smiles and nods agreement. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
You also are the sole person who reports directly to the hierarchy of Starfleet Command beginning with the Sector Commander to whom you report.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
A Captain must embody leadership, courage, strength, hope, compassion;

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
A Captain must be humble, kind, gentle and generous;

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
A Captain must be able to make quick decisions…

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Knows that his greatest fear is to make the wrong decision. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
…and sometimes those decisions are difficult and may involve risking the lives of some of his or her crew.

Capt. S Sheridan says:
:: Giggles about the humble part. ::

CEO Ltjg Irvin says:
:: Enters as silently as possible, finding a seat next to Lt. Riker. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
These decisions can at times conflict with personal interests.  However a Captain must still be able to make these decisions…unwaveringly.

CTO LtCmdr Xia says:
:: Listens to much of what is being said and nods in thought. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
A Captain cannot allow personal feelings to cloud his or her judgment.

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Nods and continues making notes. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
It is not always easy to be a Captain.  There are many who stand alone in their vigil.

CTO Cmdr Horn says:
:: Continues to listen intently. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
That doesn't mean you cannot have a life.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
There are other Captain's who have been able to combine duty and have a family life as well.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
But, it is not an easy road to the Captain's chair or when moving up in the Chain of Command.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
As a Starship Captain, you are held up on a pedestal by the entire crew.  You cannot allow this elated status to go to your head.  If you do and your crew sees this, they may not follow you everywhere you lead.

Capt. S Sheridan says:
:: Looks down at her naked finger. ::   Self: So I stay single....

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Off handedly wonders what effect on the crew of the station, especially of the Engineering crew if he found himself in Command of Kootenai.  Smiles with hope, then goes back to intently listening. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
I have found that you have to trust all members of your crew…to trust that each individual knows his or her duty concerning his or her particular station for there are times when a Captain must direct his or her crew to do something that would be against Starfleet regulations.

Capt. T Knight says:
:: Thoughts flow back to his wife and children at home. ::

CEO Ltjg Irvin says:
:: Whispers while still facing front. ::   Riker: You caught me with my pants down in there Tim.  Thanks for jumping in.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
In those situations a Captain needs to know, beyond a shadow of a doubt, the crew will stand behind his or her orders.  Needless to say, it is good to know your crew…more on a professional level, than a personal one.

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Nods in total agreement. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
You need to understand that each member is fully capable of handling his or her position; his or her duties.  Do not talk down to them; give and show them the respect they give and show to you.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
For example: If you have a new member to the crew, that person may need a little bit more time to adjust to the new responsibilities being on a ship requires.  And you can assist in their development by how you treat them.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
What that means is this: give them direction and orders when they first arrive to help acquaint them with their position.  As they become more comfortable with their position, they will, hopefully be able to provide ideas and suggestions which will assist in the ship's mission of successfully completing mission objectives.

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Grins as he mouths, but doesn't say "Station". ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Crewmen who have been on the ship for any length of time should not need as much…direction…however you do have some crewmen who do need direction all the time.  You just have to feel each one out and discover his or her talents and requirements.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
You need to praise their strengths; you need to assist in strengthening their weaknesses.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Each situation is different.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Sometimes a Captain needs to take sole responsibility for his or her actions…

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
…actions that could otherwise jeopardize the crew's careers as well as their very lives…lives that he or she has vowed to keep safe.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
A Captain must consider all these things without regard to his or her own career or personal safety if the circumstances require it.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
I have always placed the safety of the Vesuvius and her crew above all else…even above my own personal safety whether it is my life or my career.

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Nods as that's his greatest fear, but smiles as he's faced that fear and rose above the call to duty. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
I also want to note however, that being a joined Trill I make sure the symbiont will be cared for in case anything were to happen to the host body.  In Trill society, the continued existence of the symbiont is paramount…above all else.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
In order to move up the Chain of Command, in order to make it to the Center Chair, you must make decisions; sometimes they are quick and hard, other times those decisions could be in lieu of an absent officer, department head or the like.

CEO Ltjg Irvin says:
:: Hears comm badge chirp, gets up and quietly, but quickly makes for the exit. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
In order to make it to the Center Chair, you must show initiative, ingenuity, brilliance, and competence…even if you are the Chief of a department or an officer of a department.

CEO Ltjg Irvin (~actdirvin@63.166.164.actdnet-53972) has left the conversation.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
I want to apologize to our Station representatives.  All that I have said also applies to Station personnel.    :: Smiles. ::

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Smiles greatly. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
:: Takes a sip of water. ::    Now, I will now open the lecture for any questions.   :: Looks about the room. ::

Capt. Ahkileez says:
:: Shifts in his seat, making it creak and looks about. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Questions?   :: Looks about the room. ::

CTO LtCmdr Xia says:
:: Notices the Commander's smile and expresses her own smile, glad that the Captain has chosen to represent all those in attendance, again though - she returns her attention to the Captain and raises her hand briefly. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
LtCmdr Xia?

Capt. T Knight says:
:: Agrees with what Xenobia has said so doesn't really have any questions. ::

Capt. S Sheridan says:
:: Makes a few notes on a PADD. ::

CTO LtCmdr Xia says:
Royce: While it is understood that a Captain must make choices which affect his or her crew it has been showed time and time again that Commanding Officers have risked their positions and the safety of those around them for fellow officers. Is there any guidelines as to how far one can go for the safety of their officers?

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
:: Nods. ::   Xia:  Good question, Cmdr.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
There must be precedence where this has been done before.  I can only state from experience...

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
:: Pauses... ::   Let me give you an example.

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Listens. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
The Vesuvius was considered a rogue vessel at one time by Starfleet Command.  I made it known in my duty and personal logs that no one on the crew were responsible for the actions taken by the Vesuvius.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
I alone took responsibility for the actions of the Vesuvius and all her crew.

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Raises his eyebrow and wonders. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
I was concerned that my actions and decisions that day would affect the careers of many outstanding officers who serve beneath me.

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CTO LtCmdr Xia says:
:: Wonders how the Vesuvius got themselves in that situation - but chooses not to bring it up and lets the Captain continue. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
I feel that a Captain placed in this type of position would have to make a personal call themselves.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Xia:  I hope that answers your question?

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CTO LtCmdr Xia says:
:: She smiles and nods to Royce. ::   Royce: Yes, thank you very much...

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
All:  Are there any other questions?

Chancellor_Topper is now known as XO_Q.

CTO Cmdr Horn says:
:: Raises hand. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Cmdr Horn?

CTO Cmdr Horn says:
You Said "Sometimes a Captain needs to take sole responsibility for his or her actions…actions that could otherwise jeopardize the crew's careers as well as their very lives…lives that he or she has vowed to keep safe."

XO_Q is now known as XO_Q`tor.

SO Ltjg Lane says:
:: Spots her Captain and smiles. ::

CTO Cmdr Horn says:
But isn't it also true that if you act in the best interest of the crew, ship, and the Federation that the crew will stand by you no matter what…Even to the extent of their own safety and careers?

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
:: Smiles. ::   That would be the hope of any Captain, Commander.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
I cannot speak for all in the Federation.

CO McPherson-Quest says:
:: Raises his hand. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
I know I have a great crew and trust them explicitly to follow my orders.

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Starts to raise his hand but stops himself. ::

XO Cmdr Cha’uck (DJ@actdnet-55014.ri.ri.cox.net) has left the conversation.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
I hope that answers your question, Cmdr Horn?

CTO Cmdr Horn says:
Yes

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
CO McPherson?

SO Ltjg Lane says:
:: Looks around for Sam and sighs because he's not here. ::

CO McPherson-Quest says:
Yes, I can speak from personal experience...I am currently being investigated and been in a board of inquiry for the last month defending my career and my crew has been standing behind me 100%

CTO LtCmdr Xia says:
:: Her view glances towards K'Beth in the back of the room and she once again raises her hand to gain the Captain's attention at the front of the seminar room. While she waits, she listens to the other Captain's comment, and the response from the Trill CO. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
:: Nods. ::   Thank you, Captain for sharing that with us.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
LtCmdr Xia?  Another question?

CO McPherson-Quest says:
Especially my FCO and CTO; they have risen to the occasion as my defense team

CTO Cmdr Horn (Cmdr_Alex_@actdnet-10171.28.95.125.Dial1.SaintLouis1.Level3.) has left the conversation.

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Smiles and finally has the guts to raise his hand. ::

CTO_Cmdr is now known as CTO Cmdr Horn.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
:: Smiles and nods politely to CO McPherson. ::

CTO LtCmdr Xia says:
:: She smiles and looks down at her notes briefly before looking up and addressing Royce and the rest of the group. ::   Royce: You mentioned that on occasions you have placed your own health at risk during your duty as Captain...however is it not so that the safety of the ship and crew is dependant on the well being and functioning of her Captain?

CTO LtCmdr Xia says:
Royce: As a former Medical Officer, were there not occasions where you yourself were concerned for the health of your CO?

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Smiles and nods. ::

Capt. S Sheridan says:
:: Listens to Xia's question with much interest. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Xia:  Unfortunately, yes it is.  However, Captain's...at least my self, are stubborn types.  I am a work horse and ignored signals that I should have listened to.

Capt. K`Beth says:
:: Watches her CTO closely. ::

CTO Cmdr Horn says:
:: Raises hand. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Xia:  And yes, I am concerned with the health of the CO.  As a medical officer I was constantly watching the CO and the crew for any problems.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Cmdr Corjet?

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Stands. ::   Captain: Has Starfleet Academy or Starfleet Command ever think of upgrading the training all officers get for Command?   :: Sighs. ::   I found myself thrust into the Captains chair...Put on the spot because of a virus that infected the crew.  We were to come to the aid of these aliens at the time.  I had to make do with what I could...I had to choose between my crew and the aliens...

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
According to the mission orders I had no choice but to help the Aliens above the crew...It was a difficult decision…But I made it.  Luckily for my predicament, the crew recovered.  I'm a bit concerned that someone else might not be able to make the right choice...Later, I had asked many of my Engineers on what choice they would make…Many said that they would have pulled out, to save the crew...  I myself are more concerned

Capt. S Sheridan says:
:: Looks around the room and wonders why a young science officer is sitting in on the seminar. ::

CMO Lt Riker (Hard_Josh@actdnet-6663.ip.alltel.net) has left the conversation.

CTO Cmdr Horn says:
:: Looks around and notices Hope in the crowd and does a small wave to her. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
:: Nods. ::   I'm not sure if Command or the Academy has any plans to provide further training for officers to prepare them for Command.  That is what experience is...

SO Ltjg Lane says:
:: Spots Alex and waves back. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
…That, and learning from your commanding officer.

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Nods. ::

Capt. S Sheridan says:
:: Raises her hand. ::

CTO Cmdr Horn says:
:: Raises hand. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Cmdr Horn?

CTO Cmdr Horn says:
Questions relates back to LtCmdr Xia question

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Yes?

CTO Cmdr Horn says:
Is it not the first duty to any officer serving with the federation is to the ship/station?

CTO Cmdr Horn says:
Even it means the death of a fellow crewmember?

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
I think that depends on the officer.  In my opinion, duty should lay with upholding the values of the Federation.  That in its self can be a conflict with the ideals of serving a ship, station, or crew.

SO Ltjg Lane says:
:: Raises an eyebrow at Alex. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
However again...

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
They both need to be represented equally

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
It's not always easy

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Nods in agreement with Xenobia. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
There are times when a Captain must make a difficult decision as in the case of Cmdr Corjet.

Capt. Ahkileez says:
:: Glances over at Capt Sheridan. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
In his case, it sounds as if he got lucky and made the correct decision in order to save his crew.   :: Smiles. ::

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Nods and wishes that there wasn't so many choices like that. ::

CTO Cmdr Horn says:
SO, you are saying that it is okay to risk the lives and the ship at times if the end justifies the means?

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Capt Sheridan I believe was next?

SO Ltjg Lane says:
:: Looks at Captain Ahkileez looking at Captain Sheridan and smiles. ::

CO McPherson-Quest says:
:: Whispers to his XO. ::   Mr. Somak, remember when our first Command was that old Miranda II Class Refit?

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Hold on a minute Captain Sheridan.

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Gets another telepathic thwapping from his wife and cringes.  Then blushes and sits up again as he tells her he's in the Command Seminar. ::

CO Capt Eden says:
:: Captain Sheridan...the name sounds familiar. ::

Capt. T Knight says:
:: Tries to catch Jyg'lo's attention and waves. ::

XO Cmdr Somak says:
:: Sighs, whispers. ::   CO: Yes, sir...that was painful.

Captain Rya says:
:: Shifts in her chair and lets her eyes wander around the audience. ::

Capt. Ahkileez says:
:: Looks over the heads of the assemblage and smiles at Thorne, turning his attention back to the podium. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
According to the Prime Directive the crew and ship are considered expendable.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Captain Sheridan?

SO Ltjg Lane says:
:: Thinks to herself. ::   Self: Not my Sam.

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Looks around the room, then smiles greatly as he sees his Brother-in-law Jyg_Lo. ::

Capt. S Sheridan says:
Royce: What about the guilt we have to deal with on occasion? I've had to do some very questionable things in order to save a member of my crew. When I was still XO back on the Nighthawk, I had to amputate the arm of one of my best officers. I still deal with that to this very day and it influences many decisions I must make as Captain.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
That is tough.  Our crews are precious to every Captain.

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Listens to Captain Sheridan's question. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
The amputation saved his life I take it...

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Did you achieve mission objectives?

Capt. Ahkileez says:
:: Sits up a little and tries to catch Royce's attention. ::

Capt. S Sheridan says:
Royce: Yes it did, but the doubt of whether it was necessary still haunts me.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Did you have anyone from medical with you?

CO Capt Eden says:
:: Thinks, "Ah, Captain Sheridan once served on the Geneva, though only
briefly". ::

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Hopes Captain Sheridan visits her counselor. ::

Capt. T Knight says:
:: Reaches out and puts a hand on Serena's shoulder, just to let her know he's there. ::

Capt. S Sheridan says:
Royce: I am a doctor but had no medical kit with me at the time. I had to use a phaser to do it.

CTO Cmdr Horn says:
:: Gets up and makes a quite exit…Unhappy that she cannot stay, but has prior commitments. ::

CTO Cmdr Horn (CTO_Cmdr._@actdnet-6646.208.60.36Dial1.SaintLouis1.Level3.ne) has left the conversation.

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Cringes and sighs. ::   Self: Oh my...

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
:: Nods. ::   I understand the dilemma.  I deal with it a lot myself.

Capt. S Sheridan says:
:: Glances at Thorne and then back at Royce. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
When in doubt I would go and see the Counselor.

Capt. Ahkileez says:
:: Raises his hand. ::

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Nods as he deals with similar situations with his Engineers. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Capt Ahkileez?

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Smiles with pride as he looks to Ahkileez. ::

Capt. S Sheridan says:
Royce: Again Captain, I am a counselor as well but that doesn't help.

Captain Rya says:
:: Glances around and spots the tall man. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Hold that a moment, Captain.

Capt. Ahkileez says:
:: Doesn’t bother standing to intimidate people. ::   I'd like to address Captain Sheridan's question. And offer a different perspective if I may.

SO Ltjg Lane says:
:: Wipes a tear from her eye. ::   Self: That poor Captain.

XO Cmdr Somak says:
:: Quietly leaves. ::

XO Cmdr Somak (omicron@actdnet-57348.wa.bigpond.net.au) has left the conversation.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
We have to make decisions...right or wrong...and we have to live with them.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
If we cannot get past guilt...

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
…Then perhaps some time for reflection would be in order.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Capt Ahkileez?

Capt. S Sheridan says:
:: Smiles and nods. ::

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Says to himself. ::   Self: Look for solutions from within.

Capt. Ahkileez says:
:: Speaks up. ::   My background in the naval division of Starfleet is Tactical and Security, which anyone that's worked in that field has a necessarily different mindset. And before that, I was a marine…Making it different for me still. But I find my experience with making those hard decisions not from the harder past I have, but from my present. <c>

Capt. Ahkileez says:
My wife's a doctor. And though we're both often tasked with saving the lives of people, she is more so than I am. And for a doctor there is nothing more disturbing than having to make a triage decision. But they have to make them, for the betterment of the rest. So that is how I see those hard decisions. They are triage. <c>

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
:: Smiles and nods. ::   Capt Ahileez:  That is the only way I see to make a decision.  IS it for the betterment or the good of all?

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Looks to his Brother-In-Law with surprise and wonders how much he really knows about him.  Smiles, as it doesn't matter as his sister loves Jyg_Lo and is happy with him.  Beams as Jyg_Lo talks about his wife, his sister Kela. ::

Capt. Ahkileez says:
The sacrifices are for the crew, or the ship, or the mission. I won't throw away lives of people under me. But if I have to order someone into a situation where I hold little hope of them coming back alive, I still have to do it…Because it's my duty as a captain to do so. Guilt cannot sway me. Nor should we let it haunt us, or it will stay our hand

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Is it for the betterment or the good of the Federation?

Capt. Ahkileez says:
:: Shrugs a little. ::   Sometimes it's for the betterment of 20 colonists on a planet, Captain.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
That is why I stated earlier in my lecture that Captain's must make decisions...difficult as they may be, but they must be made...unwaveringly.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Any other questions?

Capt. K`Beth says:
:: Looks at her chronometer and notices that she is due to give her own lecture in a few minutes.  With regrets stands up and leaves. ::

Capt. S Sheridan says:
:: Sits back and holds Thorne's hand. ::

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Nods and thinks: "The needs of the many, out weigh the needs of the few, or the one." ::

CTO LtCmdr Xia says:
:: Raises her hand once more. ::   Royce: I have one more, unless there are any others...

Capt. K`Beth (~Capt_KBe@actdnet-50190.direcpc.com) has left the conversation.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Yes, LtCmdr Xia?

Capt. T Knight says:
:: Smiles and gives Serena's hand a squeeze. ::

CTO LtCmdr Xia says:
Royce: The Command structure in each vessel is unique; a Galaxy carries a much larger compliment then a Defiant. Do you have any recommendations on how to deal with a larger or small number of personnel?

XO Cmdr Shras says:
:: Walks silently out of the room. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Xia:  I'm afraid I don't, LtCmdr.  I have always served aboard a Galaxy-class vessel.  I have learned her in's and out's.

XO Cmdr Shras (~Shras@207.134.91.actdnet-52625) has left the conversation.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
I will apologize if I was unable to get to everyone's questions...

Captain Rya says:
:: Quietly slips out of her seat and exits the room with a smile of thanks directed towards Captain Royce. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
However...

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Thank you for joining this session of Center Chair.  Please send any comments, thoughts or even suggestions as to how I could improve on this seminar to:  rns@prodigy.net.  Your comments and thoughts are most welcomed.

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CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Smiles as he remembers his love of Galaxy class ships. ::

Captain Rya (Jess@actdnet-38042.214.127.188.Dial1.Boston1.Level3.ne) has left the conversation.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Thank you again.  Please join #MainHall to meet other fellow ACTD members.

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Stands up. ::   ALL: Admiral on deck!

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
This concludes this session of Center Chair

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CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{:)Xen(:}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}} Great one:)

CTO LtCmdr Xia says:
:: She stands slow and moves up towards the Commanding Officer, with a
smile… ::   Royce: Excellent job well done, Captain. Thank you for your insight...

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Thank you Cmdr Corjet
 
CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:«)

Capt. S Sheridan says:
:; Stands and heads for the exit. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
:: Nods. ::   Xia:  Thank you, Cmdr.  I hope I was able to give some insight to those in attendance.

SO Ltjg Lane says:
:: Follows Captain Sheridan out. ::

CO Capt Eden says:
:: Stands with her PADD full of notes and proceeds to leave the way she came. ::

Capt. Ahkileez says:
:: Stands, trying not to bounce into other people and then stops before Royce. :: Excellent lecture, Captain.  :: Smiles a little at her and then makes for the door. ::

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Thank you Captain Ahkileez

SO Ltjg Lane (SO_Ltjg_La@actdnet-9737.home.cgocable.net) has left the conversation.

CO Capt Eden (Geneva_CO@207.55.158.actdnet-52145) has left the conversation.

CTO LtCmdr Xia says:
Royce: Again, I thank you, but now I must be off, another session to attend to I am afraid...   :: She smiles and nods. ::   Until we meet again, Captain...   ::She turns and leaves, her curls flowing over her shoulders as she heads out. ::

Capt. S Sheridan (Capt_S_She@actdnet-9737.home.cgocable.net) has left the conversation.

Capt. Ahkileez (ahkileez@host.acalltoduty.com) has left the conversation.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce whispers to CTO LtCmdr Xia:
I hope I was helpful

CEO Cmdr Corjet says:
:: Gets another telepathic thwapping from his wife. ::   CO: Thank you for letting me attend Captain.  But I must depart...My wife...   :: Giggles and runs out the door. ::

CEO Cmdr Corjet (CEO_Koot@actdnet-32303.sttl.uswest.net) has left the conversation.

Host Capt. Xenobia Royce says:
Good night all.  I hope to see you in the #MainHall