[18:59] I doubt more than 1/3 of Coro simmers know Mr. Kiwi there. ;) [19:00] Professor Waugh looks like an outstanding member of the academic community. [19:00] Hey, but for Savant, the gang's all here. [19:00] ::chuckles:: [19:00] uss-coronado-ooc [19:00] Professor Waugh looks like someone forgot their homework [19:00] #uss-coronado-ooc [19:00] * Chris is now known as CMCO_Daren [19:00] I think we'll get going on time for a change. :) [19:00] * Jester is now known as Kor [19:00] Any time you're ready, Commodore. :) [19:01] * kari is now known as LTSI_Brooks [19:01] LCARS, let's do the thing... [19:01] * CoroLCARS =/\= CMCO_Daren has called: ATTENTION ON DECK =/\= [19:01] * CoroLCARS changes topic to '=/\= U.S.S. Coronado, NCC-97901... http://www.jestertrek.com/coro2400/ =/\= Sim in progress! =-= Coronado sims at 9:00pm ET Mondays, with an after-sim most weeks immediately following!' [19:01] * CoroLCARS sets mode: +m [19:01] ::attn:: [19:01] ::attn:: [19:01] ::attn:: [19:01] * CRXO_Tal snaps to attention. [19:01] ::attn:: [19:01] ::attn:: [19:01] ::attn:: [19:01] ::Attn:: [19:01] ::attn:: [19:01] ::attn:: [19:01] ::attn:: [19:01] ::attn:: [19:01] ::attn:: [19:01] <<::watches a balloon float by his balcony::>> [19:02] Evening, everyone. :) As I mentioned a few minutes ago, two more full episodes to go. This one, then "Odyssey", then Coro's final sim, "The End is the Beginning" on August 30. [19:02] ::sniffles:: [19:02] ::cries:: [19:02] Here's the briefing for tonight: [19:02] =Sim Briefing!= Please type "ack" after you've read it... [19:02] Stardate 240407.19: "Death... But Not For You", Part 1, by Jester. [19:02] SUMMARY: Dispense with any illusions you may have that the danger is past. [19:02] The tear has been sealed, and M64 safeguarded... for a while at least. Coronado is still licking her wounds and most of the ships from the battle of the nebula have made their way home, victorious. However, the tar na zee infection remains on several ships, and a new tear is sure to form. [19:02] We're back at square one, in other words, with some time to decide what to do next. Reorsan government officials are negotiating with the Nexus given that we've learned that Xanadu is the cause of the tears. Will Xanadu need to be destroyed, or is there another solution? [19:02] In the meantime, Coro sees to her own repairs and mourns the loss of some of her own... [19:02] Briefing complete. [19:02] ack [19:03] ack [19:03] ack [19:03] ack [19:03] ack [19:03] ack [19:03] ack [19:03] ack [19:03] ack [19:03] * CRXO_Tal acknowledges with a crisp salute. [19:03] ack [19:03] ack [19:03] ack [19:04] As Tebrun is pining for the fjords at this point, I'd look to Commodore Daren to tell us how much time has passed since the events of last week's sim. Commodore? ;) [19:04] how 'bout a week? [19:05] just about ready to finally leave the nebula, perhaps? [19:05] Sounds good to me. :) That means Coro is still in a hurt locker, but can have limped home or to Penthia by this time, if you wish. [19:05] Penthia sounds good [19:06] Penthia it is, one week later. Any questions before we get rolling? Savant is currently tied up in very complex calculations with Alicia attempting to determine the time and place where a new tear will form. Neither has been heard from for several days, and neither responds to calls at the moment. [19:06] ::raises:: [19:06] Commander Farley? [19:06] How far along are repairs and refit if at all? [19:06] ::raises:: [19:07] With Coro at Penthia, you're in an excellent position to have either cleared the tar na zee or be ready to clear it. There are suitable repair parts available here as well. [19:07] Captain Bentall? [19:07] YES!! [19:07] Gonna have Razor docked in Xanadu for tonight. I need real people to sim against. :) [19:07] Thank you sir.' [19:07] Sounds good. Kor will still be in a jar in the general vicinity as well. ;) [19:08] Any other questions? [19:08] ::raises:: [19:08] Something else, Captain? [19:08] End of my last log I had Kor back on Reasora or at least that was my intent. Wasn't sure if you noticed or not. :) [19:09] Oh! No, I missed that. But that's fine. Nebula to Reor to Longshot it is for Blackrazor, then. [19:09] Anyone else? [19:09] ::raises:: [19:09] Commander D'rall? [19:09] Just how bad were the casualties in the last battle? [19:10] In ships and lives. [19:10] You mean, overall? [19:10] ::Shrugs:: Sure. I figure by now we'd have a good idea of just how much this victory cost us beyond one figurehead. [19:10] No captial ships lost, but four infected, Monique Lehman very seriously. Data for the various fighter groups is still coming in, but it looks like in the range of 15-20% casualties or subverted. [19:11] Anything else? [19:12] Right. Sim time. :) [19:12] =.\= =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= SIM RESUME =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= =.\= [19:12] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:12] * Sonya is now known as Zunite [19:13] ::glances over the padd one last time, furiously trying to understand what she's reading:: [19:13] *> ::checks over the final removal of the infected area and gets repairs and refits in the area on there way:: [19:13] +taps+ Commodore Daren, from Commander Tal. [19:13] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:13] =.\ction= Coro is not the only ship to have come to Penthia. It seems half the Defender forces are here, clammoring for the few available MRFs. Coronado, as an infection case, has received priority access. Most of the damaged fighters have been carried here as well. [19:13] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:13] Q> ::holds a large glass to his lips and sips from it while looking out at the amazing view of the Penthia shipyards:: [19:14] Q> ::savors one more sip before answering the comm:: +taps+ Daren here... [19:14] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:14] X2> ::wanders down a pathway just for the sake of going for a walk having given his crew a few days off inside Xanadu:: [19:14] FB>::sits in office looking over pilot casualties:: [19:14] ::down in the shuttlebay, working under the hull of one of the shuttles, uniform top off leaving just the armless undertunic underneath:: [19:14] X2> Of> ::sits in his office, staring out the windows overlooking Alexandria:: [19:14] Gym> ...9 ...10. ::plants the barbell onto the rack and sits up, breathing out:: [19:14] +taps+ Captain, I have some... I have a report from Alliance Command. I need to speak with you right away. It's quite urgent. [19:14] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:15] *> ::scans what remains of the infected area near him:: [19:15] Q> ::takes a sip as the Commander speaks, then replies:: +taps+ These days, what isn't? I'll be right down. [19:15] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:15] SB> ::has her hands up to her elbow in the innards of the shuttle's undercarriage, muttering obscenities at engineering:: [19:15] M> ::walks the wards, checking on the few patients still left; these were the gravest cases originally, and he felt a measure of pride at their progress, the ego of the physician:: [19:16] +taps+ I'll have Mr. Canterbury meet us in your ready room, sir. [19:16] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:16] =.\ction= Since the ships are here, the hospital facilities have come here as well. The few available Marine transports are here, their troops disembarked and the roomy ships pressed into hospital duty. Schweitzer is also nearby in that role, coordinating this grim work. [19:16] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:16] Q> ::places his glass back into the replicator and proceeds into the corridor:: [19:16] ::mutters something to himself as he enters University Hospital on Reor, carrying a bag that he's keeping as tightly closed as possible:: [19:16] X2> ::approaches the office complex that houses Xanadu command and decides to pop in for a visit:: [19:16] FB>::turnes off screen and walks out to check the repair status on the birds:: [19:17] ::pulls out a scorched piece of complicated equipment who's inputs have been raggedly severed:: [19:17] +taps+ Lt. Canterbury, from Commander Tal. Please report to the Captain's Ready Room. [19:17] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:17] *> ::moves over to Gannsen's location:: How's the repair & refit start up going? [19:17] X2> ::takes a deep breath and then heads out of the office and into Operations:: [19:17] ::enters TL:: Deck Nine. [19:17] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:17] ::glances about the bridge:: Ms. Brooks, you have the bridge. [19:17] X2> ::wanders into Operations and looks around:: [19:17] ::heads for the Captain's RR, padd in hand:: [19:17] *> Its going Chief ::taps a couple of buttons on his tricorder:: [19:17] SB> ::hands it to the deck officer, who is standing just next to the shuttle:: You know, you don't have to do this ma'am. [19:18] Gym> ::twists and stretches three times, before walking over to the side and grabbing a towel, then using it to mop his brow. He glances down at the commbadge, then +taps+ it:: I'm not on duty, ma'am... can it wait? [19:18] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:18] ::looks up from the science console, shrugs at Tal, and returns to her analysis, grumbling softly:: [19:18] ::locates the stairwell and quickly climbs it to the third floor, turning down the hallway and making a beline for one of the rooms:: [19:18] *> It will be good to have her back in one piece again. [19:18] =.\ction= Meanwhile, Xanadu has stabilized her orbit around the Longshot star and has recharged her Beckmann systems. The automatic systems that would have taken her into the nebula, fortunately, shut down as soon as the tear there was closed. For the moment, with the asteroid-starship so far from explored space, things are very quiet there, the incoming packets few and far between. [19:18] *> Aye [19:18] X2> ::spots Bentall coming in and waves:: [19:18] RR> +taps+ Negative, Mr. Canterbury. This is a matter of some urgence. [19:18] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:18] FB>::walks to Sgt::sgt, hows the repairs coming? [19:19] Gym> ::blinks, almost pensively, then +taps+:: On my way, then. [19:19] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:19] ::enters his daughter's room and quickly tosses the bag onto one of the chairs:: I am not going clothes shopping again ::sternly:: [19:19] SB> ::sighs:: The hell I don't. While we're still under repair I've got all of nothing to do upstairs that anyone else can't handle. ::reaches into the shuttle and yanks the remaining ends of the connectors loose from their sockets:: [19:19] X2> ::returns the wave and offers a smile for the first time in days:: How's things Sieven? [19:19] X2> Fine, considering we're still here and in one piece. Have any good ideas on where we can move Xanadu before the next tear forms? [19:19] 9> ::steps into the small area between the bridge and the CIC, then proceeds left:: [19:19] ::giggles:: [19:19] ::smiles and holds Tebrun out for Ironside to take:: [19:20] X2> ::shrugs:: I would if I knew were the next tear was going to form. Savant have any ideas about that? [19:20] RR> ::orders a hot tea from the replicator and then turns and gazes at the sword hanging above Daren's desk:: [19:20] are they pretty dad? [19:20] SB> ::rolls out far enough to shift the replacement part onto her chest:: Plus Farley's got all his people working on ship repairs, and the rest of y'all have been working hard on refueling ops. ::reaches around the bulky tractor beam emitter array to secure the new array's interface and power cabling:: [19:20] ::gives the bridge crew a greeting nod and then rolls his eyes in his signature fashion with a smile:: [19:20] ::supresses a sigh and takes his grandson before taking a seat in one of the other chairs, muttering:: I'm sure that's what I'll be reading about them in the papers for the next week... [19:20] FB>SgtRicks>::turns to wolf:: good sir. we have about half the birds running, but the others are really banged up [19:20] Gym> ::stoops to grab his uniform top, then pulls it on over his sleeveless shirt and walks out, sniffing experimentally to ensure he isn't too sweaty:: [19:21] X2> She and Alicia are working on that right now. [19:21] X2> And whatever they come up with, I want to move as far away from it as possible. [19:21] SB> 'sides... ::slips in the last connector:: I need to get my mind off of things. Y'know. Just finding myself from busy work. And replacing overstressed tractor beam components is something I can handle... ::looks at the PADD that has been affixed to the undercarriage of the shuttle just to the left of the opening:: ...with instructions. [19:22] 8> ::walks over to a turbolift:: Deck 9, Captain's Ready Room. [19:22] *> ::looks over at 2 non-repair people getting in the way:: Hey you 2 get the hell out of this area! [19:22] X2> ::nods:: Hopefully we'll know soon. [19:22] RR> ::steps into the ready room:: Don't get too comfortable... ::notices the drink in Tal's hand:: [19:22] ::smiles at Ironside:: so we're going to get out of this place in a few days [19:23] *> ::physicly monitor the new power lines...:: [19:23] FB>::nods::ok, get me a list of which are ready and which have to be replaced [19:23] RR> ::turns her gaze solemnly to Daren:: Indeed, sir. However, I think it might be a few more minutes until Mr. Canterbury arrives. Do you wish me to brief you seperately or togther? [19:23] X2> I wouldn't mind moving it in orbit of Taer, but the Taerans don't like things in their system. ::recalls the story about what happened to the last Pfhor fleet that invaded the system:: [19:23] ::looks up, obviously somewhat relieved:: Oh? Where to? [19:24] RR> Together would be fine...this another one of your...'Intelligence' reports? [19:24] FB>SgtRicks>aye, sir. i should have it to you by tomarrow [19:24] SB> ::shrugs:: Your call ma'am. Just doesn't seem... right. [19:24] ::frowns a bit:: back to my apartment I suppose, I should get back to my research probably [19:24] X2> ::nods thoughtfully before speaking:: For all we know thought that could be were the next tear forms. We should probably wait. [19:24] ::steps out at the bridge turbolifts, then walks over to the ready room and presses the door chime:: [19:24] ::chuckles:: You have to children to raise and you're already thinking about your research....you should take leave, Zunite. [19:24] RR> Sir, this report comes straight from Security. To my knowledge, Intelligence has only seen it in the course of compiling the data for Security's use. [19:25] SB> ::laughs as she runs the emitter through a brief test cycle:: NOTHING in this galaxy is ever right Clemens. That's why we're here. We make things right. ::satisfied with the results, she seals the hull back up:: [19:25] FB>::nods as he walks to bird and looks it over:: [19:25] =.\ction= As fighter squadrons are reformed around repaired birds, the pilots are sent on to Reor or Artemis to clear some of the overcrowding at the Penthia Yards. One such squadron powers away from MRF Sapphiire, in a generally "easterly" direction before jumping to soliton wave drive. [19:25] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:26] SB> And if you believe that I've got this great vacation house land in Durgen Swamp to sell you. ::reaches up and unseals the PADD from the hull, then rolls out from under the shuttle:: [19:26] RR> Security? ::appears oddly intruiged, and moves to the replicator:: [19:26] ::looks around here:: I have taken a leave dad [19:26] RR> Come in, Mr. Canterbury. Yes, sir. Security. [19:26] I want to get back to work... [19:26] ::arches an eyebrow:: Something more than a week. You need to rest. [19:26] X2> ::nods:: I'm not waiting so long as to find ourselves suddenly translating to the tear. We don't have much time, so as soon as we get so much as a region where this thing will form, we're moving. [19:27] ::yawns a bit:: I suppose... [19:27] RR> ::orders a coffee, chilled:: [19:27] RR> ::walks in, glancing around. His Alliance uniform hangs a little loosely and his hair is a little mussed, but he is otherwise intact:: [19:27] what about you? [19:27] Your work isn't going anywwhere, after all. ::rocks Tebrun a little as he makes a noise:: [19:27] =.\ction= A young Marine taps on Oswald's partly-open room door before entering. Spotting Ironside, he salutes. [19:27] *> I hate it when we have "sight seers". [19:27] RR> ::sips her tea and then sets it upon the desk:: [19:27] * MG_Ironside is now known as [MG_Ironside] [19:28] *> I hear ya there Chief; wonder what they would think if they were the ones trying to fix this infection [19:28] ::flips the PADD back to the diagnostic review mode and tosses it at the Deck Officer:: Oh, and finish up, will you? I need to check back in on the bridge in a few minutes, so I don't have time to do the calibration. ::chuckles as she worms out of THAT boring duty yet again:: [19:28] <[MG_Ironside]> ::looks up and over at the marine and tries to salute, but is unable to seeing as he's trying to hold a baby, and ends up shrugging a shoulder:: [19:28] RR> Welcome, Lieutenant. Have a seat. Commodore, I suggest you take a seat as well. The information I have here is a bit... unsettling. [19:28] X2> That's the best way to handle this I suppose. My crew and I will be ready by then. The stress of recent events though... With the Admiral and... ::stops for a moment:: Well, you know. [19:28] Marine> ::finishes the salute with a small smile, then produces a PADD from somewhere:: General, I'm sorry to bother you. The hospital staff told me where to find you. ::offers the PADD:: Message from the Ministry of Defense. [19:28] RR> ::sips his coffee and leans against a wall:: I'll stand... [19:28] *> We would probably have to give them a year to even figure it out first! ::laughs:: [19:28] * Zunite is now known as [Zunite] [19:29] FB>::walks around and tests the control sufaces:: [19:29] <[Zunite]> ::looks at the padd:: [19:29] RR> ::twists a corner of his mouth slightly, seemingly unaffected by Tal's usual melodrama, but sits down and nods to the Commodore:: [19:29] *> ::leaves the shuttlebay and heads forward:: [19:29] <[MG_Ironside]> ::frowns and adjusts Tebrun so that he's holding the child in the crook of his right arm, accepting the PADD with his left and authenticating his identity with a thumbprint, glancing at the summary as it appears on the screen:: [19:29] *> Thats true [19:30] * Natty (~trekkiemo@adsl-69-111-104-36.dsl.scrm01.pacbell.net) has joined #uss-coronado [19:30] Marine> ::salutes and exits:: [19:30] M> ::returns to his office, sitting behind the desk and opening his book:: [19:30] RR> ::nods and pulls the padd out from under her arm:: This morning, former Coronado Marine Craig Serrold-Fel was found murdered in his quarters on Reor'sa, just after his ship had returned to the planet. According to Alliance Security, this makes the eight former Coronado crew member murdered in the past three weeks. [19:30] <[MG_Ironside]> ::nods, saluting the marine with the PADD in his hand, and tucks it beside him on the chair:: [19:30] X2> ::looks at Bentall and nods:: No word on a new host. [19:30] <> [19:30] TL ::enters TL:: Bridge. [19:30] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:31] *> +taps+ Skylooker to Farley, The temporal power line is still stable, but I was told that repair to the existing lines are in good status, probably even completed... shall we be ready to power it down and transfert to the other? [19:31] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:31] RR> ::looks oddly:: Who were the other seven? [19:31] X2> ::nods:: I was told that none had been planned on when I dropped Kor off. That was a week ago though. [19:31] FB>::gets into cockpit and runs level 3 diag:: [19:31] <[MG_Ironside]> ::clears his throat:: Where were we? Oh, right. I'll likely have to return to Xanadu soon, but I'd like to stay until you're out of...here. ::indicates the hospital:: [19:31] *> +taps+ Not right now. I would like to wait for repairs to move along alittle further just incase. You never know what will happen next. [19:31] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:32] <[Zunite]> ::nods towards the padd:: what is it? [19:32] <[MG_Ironside]> Just....business. Nothing you need to worry about. [19:32] *> +taps+ Roger that, anything more I should do then just monitor the power line status? [19:32] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:32] ::emerges on the bridge, having not taken any time to freshen up... as a result, she is quite a sight - her undertunic is dirty with a ragged hole torn in one spot where the replacement part had torn into it, as she had apparently left the shuttlebay without retrieving her jacket, and her face and hands are smudged:: [19:33] *> +taps+ Get your teams moving on the other repairs needed on the other parts of the ship. [19:33] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:33] <[Zunite]> Dad, your business is the protection of the galaxy.... and you're telling me I don't need to worry about it? [19:33] RR> Commander? The other seven? [19:34] Tech> X2> +com+ Xanadu Operations to Captain Bentall. [19:34] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:34] RR> ::glances at the list:: Ensign Sanchez from Security, Petty Officers Jackson and Cleyburn from Engineering, Ensign T'Pol from Science, Lt. Timmerson from Engineering, Chief Janson from Transporters, and Lt. Commander Thirishar ch'Thane... former head of Security. [19:34] ::her only concession to her appearance is to take her hair out of its pony tail, letting it drape loose across her shoulders, and to wipe her hands on her trousers:: [19:34] X2> ::nods and stands there silent for a moment:: [19:34] FB>::jumps out of cockpit seeing everythings green:: [19:34] <[MG_Ironside]> ::snorts:: Well if you put it that way... ::pauses briefly:: The first assault on the Xur home system has been completed successfully - a probe of their defense set up and how quickly they react, as it were. [19:34] X2> ::looks up and moves to the communications board officer:: I'm right here. [19:35] Tech> X2> ::turns:: Captain, we have an incoming message from Blackrazor for you. [19:35] RR> ::pauses, then gradually fades into looking almost hurt:: ...Shar? ...Sanchez? [19:35] <[Zunite]> oh, boring stuff then [19:36] RR> Hmm...murders? all on Reorsan soil? [19:36] *> ::send his team foward to those battle damage still not repaired as he head to the naccel power connection near the naccel to make sure nothing is wrong:: [19:36] X2> ::nods:: Put it through here please. [19:36] <[Zunite]> ::rocks Erin idly:: [19:36] RR> Yes, sir. It would appear so. [19:36] <[MG_Ironside]> ::blinks:: I suppose. [19:36] RR> Do the local security forces have any leads? [19:37] Razor> Embry> +com+ Captain, I've got new orders from Admiral Aldur for you sir. [19:37] Tech> X2> ::nods and puts Bentall's Operations Officer through on one of the holographic displays:: [19:37] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:37] ::walks over to the helm, glancing over Ensign Lishakaru's shoulder at the status readouts on the ops part of the display:: [19:37] <[Zunite]> ::looks around the small hospital room:: I need to get out of here.. what you say to making a break for it dad? [19:37] RR> Negative, sir. The information was forwarded to us in hopes that we might be able to shed some light on the situation. [19:37] <[MG_Ironside]> ::smirks slightly:: I'd say we should check with the doctor before making any plans for tunnelling under the walls. [19:37] X2> ::looks at the holographic display:: [19:38] FB>::walks back into office and pulls out half bottle of brandy:: [19:38] X2> +com+ Go ahead Lieutenant. [19:38] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:38] RR> Alliance Security ran the backgrounds of the murdered individuals but found no commonalities other than their prior service on Coronado. [19:38] <[Zunite]> ::grins:: I suppose... though tunnelling under walls sounds like more fun [19:38] RR> ::nods:: Alright, that makes sense....::looks to Canterbury, then to Tal:: I'd like you both to work on this together. Go through everything the Reor'sans forwarded and see if you can find some connection they're missing... [19:39] *> ::arrive at the naccel connection and make sure that it's working perfectly:: [19:39] <[MG_Ironside]> ::chuckles:: Really, Zunite, I think that you should listen to the medical staff - if not for yourself, then for my grandchildren. [19:39] RR> ::glanes back at the padd:: I take it back, sir... there have not been eight murders. [19:39] Razor> Embry> +com+ The Admiral has assigned four ships to begin scouting runs behind Xur lines. We're one of them. We're to head out by end of day today Reor time. Signed off by Admiral Aldur. [19:39] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:39] RR> ::looks to the doors leading back to the bridge:: But find a secure location to do you work, I'd rather not start some kind of unnecessary panic among the crew. [19:39] <[Zunite]> ah... they enjoy adventures [19:40] FB>::pours a shot and sends off staus reports:: [19:40] RR> There have been nine. It appears that the Fel symbiant died along with Mr. Serrold. [19:40] <[MG_Ironside]> ...they're seven days old. [19:40] ::pulls back a strand of loose hair, tucking it behind her ear as she scrolls down the list:: [19:40] X2> ::nods to himself and looks at Bentall:: [19:40] <[Zunite]> I'm thinking as they start crawling I'll sign them up for starfleet... I mean the Reorsan milita or whatever they're calling themselves these days [19:40] RR> As I understand it ::nods:: that's usually how it works unless medical assistance is nearby... [19:41] <[MG_Ironside]> ::blinks once or twice:: ...stop that. [19:41] RR> ::stares at the wall, then at the floor, and finally looks up:: I don't think we're at risk on board, since we've been in the nebula at the time of the murders, but all the same I'd like to heighten security a bit. ...Nothing obtrusive. [19:41] <[Zunite]> what? ::looks innocently at her father:: [19:41] X2> +com+ Understood. Recall the crew on the double and let me know when everyone is back. I'll join you then. Bentall out. ::closes the channel without ensuring Embry understood the order:: [19:41] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:42] <[MG_Ironside]> ::shakes his head and mutters something about genes:: [19:42] X2> ::looks at Drexler:: So much for a little R&R. [19:42] RR> ::nods:: Make it so. [19:42] <[Zunite]> ::giggles:: [19:42] FB>::takes shot and sits back in chair:: [19:42] RR> ::nods:: But our next scheduled stop after Penthia is Reor'sa...so I'd like our homework done before we get there. [19:42] X2> I predicted this would happen. ::Nods:: [19:42] Fighter tech> FB> ::taps on the wall just inside the pilot ready room:: Lieutenant? [19:42] <[Zunite]> ::looks around again:: you think that doctor is gonna ever come around? [19:43] *> ::see a few minor problem that he fixed in a few, then looked back at the repair list to see what's still needed to do and what was done recently:: [19:43] FB>::looks up::yes? [19:43] ::downloads the latest batch of reports to sign off on to the PADD next to the helm and takes it, leaning up against the dias rail behind her while she ticks off the items:: [19:43] <[MG_Ironside]> ::indicates the buzzer on the hand control laying on the end table beside Zunite's bed:: [19:43] RR> We should also alert any former Coronado crew that we can - Captain Drexler, Ms. Oswald, Captain - Bentall, General Ironside, the Kor Symbiant, Dr. Reed, Dr. Kennedy... anyone else who might be at risk. [19:43] Fighter tech> FB> ::enters the ready room:: Sir, final maintenance report for you. ::tosses a PADD near Wolf:: Lieutenant Somansky said you're the new maintenance officer. [19:44] <[Zunite]> what's that? [19:44] X2> ::nods:: Makes sense that Razor would go. What with her cloaking device and all. [19:44] *> ::on a lark, drops the book onto his desk and heads for the bridge:: [19:44] <[MG_Ironside]> It will call the nurse, who will be able to get the doctor. Presumably. [19:44] Fighter tech> FB> Bottom line, three birds out of eight down for the count, though both those... new fighters... the Nightmares... came through fine. I think we should put in for a replacement flight for two, six, and seven, though. Give 'em eight in the bargain so I can cannibalize 'er for parts. [19:44] <[Zunite]> ::grins and presses the buzzer:: [19:44] <[Zunite]> you think they'll let me out? [19:45] RR> Hmm..::nods:: ...especially those currently on Reor'sa. On or nearby Xanadu, I would think Captain's Bentall and Drexler would be safe. [19:45] X2> ::nods:: I suppose you'll be going immediately. [19:45] <[MG_Ironside]> I wouldn't know. I'm a marine, not a doctor. [19:45] ::sighs off on the last item of the list and tucks the PADD back in at the helm, then heads aft:: [19:45] <[MG_Ironside]> The children do seem healthy enough, however. [19:45] ::emerges on the bridge, looking around:: [19:46] RR> ::points at Tal:: Begin an immediate investigation from here...I'd like to know alot more before we are supposed to leave for Reor'sa in 2 days. [19:46] RR> ::nods:: That seems logical enough. All of the killing appear to have taken place in isolated locations on or near Reor'sa or one of the nearby systems. [19:46] *> ::moves to the other side of the refit area to make a few checks:: [19:46] RR> Yes, sir. [19:46] FB>::picks up padd and looks it over and nods::alright, ill send this trough [19:46] Yes, still here. ::nods at D'rall, noticing her rather unkempt appearance:: [19:46] X2> ::shakes his head:: No not yet. It'll take at least an hour to get the crew recalled. I'll head off then. [19:47] <[Zunite]> I think the nurses and doctors have been having pity on me and delaying sending me out on my own with two of them... [19:47] FB>how are we on ordinance? [19:47] Tech> X2> ::looks over his shoulder at Drexler, troubled:: Sir? We have an inbound contact, being relayed by TF-21. Not one of ours. Nothing in the database to match it. [19:47] <[Zunite]> Nurse> ::pokes her head in the door:: Ms. Oswald, Do you need assistance? [19:47] ::Swings by a vacant station and has the computer begin work analyzing the flight patterns of the Xur from the last battle and has it dump the results to the terminal in her quarters:: [19:47] X2> ::raises a brow and steps out of Drexler's way:: [19:48] <[MG_Ironside]> Are you going to be able to take care of the two of them on your own? I can't stay forever, unfortunately. [19:48] RR> Mr. Canterbury, you begins pouring through the data....Commander, you personally notify those still in danger. Starting with General Ironside and Ms. Oswald. Zunite just gave birth, one word to her father and there should be an adequate protection force surrounding her family at all times. [19:48] <[Zunite]> ::smiles pleasantly at the nurse:: can I get my exit papers please? [19:48] Fighter tech> FB> ::nods:: Yessir. You'll have to put in the request for the replacement birds. Little out of my rating. ::smiles a bit crookedly, then salutes, departs:: [19:48] RR> At once, Captain. [19:48] X2> ::nods to the tech, then to Bentall:: Good. It's a long way from home and every minute you guys are here makes me feel a bit safer. [19:48] <[Zunite]> ::looks at her father and shrugs:: I'll manage... [19:48] RR> ::takes a deep breath, nodding slowly and mechanically:: [19:48] X2> ::turns back to the tech:: Size, speed? [19:49] RR> Use this rooms comm if you wish...I'll be in Engineering checking in with Commander Farley. [19:49] <[MG_Ironside]> ::frowns slightly:: You should do better than manage, Zunite. You need to be comfortable. [19:49] X2> ::nods and smiles:: [19:49] =.\ction= A holographic representation springs into being in one of the control center's tanks. It's obviously being relayed by a fighter, because the image quality is a little spotty. [19:49] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:49] ::walks through the bridge to the tank at the fore end:: Am glad to see this part of the ship has come through more or less intact. [19:49] <[Zunite]> Nurse>::looks at Zunite:: if you wish, ::glances at Ironside:: [19:49] FB>::salutes back and starts filling out request forms::: [19:49] X2> ::looks at the sensor feed:: [19:49] <[MG_Ironside]> ::looks right back at the Nurse:: [19:49] *> ::arrive to his team, seeing that they just completed the repair in this section:: Ok, were are heading to the AFT Torpedo Launcher:: [19:49] X2> ::glances at the image and tries to identify it:: [19:50] ::as an afterthought, also has the computer chew on the success ratios of the new anti-Xur evasive patterns before she heads towards the turbolift stop:: [19:50] RR> ::eyes Canterbury with some concern but shakes her head:: [19:50] =Description= The ship is about half the size of Coro, obviously based on Pfhor technology... maybe a freighter? It's still armed, though: two energy weapon ports are visible as the thing swings in orbit of a red star. It looks like it's powering up for a rift jump. [19:50] <[Zunite]> Nurse> ::hesitates at the door a moment more and then goes to get the paperwork started:: [19:50] RR> ::steps toward the doors, looking for Canterbury to follow him:: Is something wrong Lieutenant? [19:50] X2> Any ideas what that is? [19:50] RR> ::moves to Daren's desk and taps on the controls, bringing up a comm panel control:: [19:50] ::looks at the projection from aft just before she steps in, figuring it's probably some matter of a routine arrival or departure:: [19:50] <[MG_Ironside]> ::watches the nurse's hesitation and looks back at his daughter:: [19:51] <[Zunite]> Dad I'll be fine... I started modifying a holographic nanny to help take care of them... [19:51] RR> ::works to open a secure channel to Reor'sa:: [19:51] X2> No idea. Seems familiar, though. Like a Pfhor ship. [19:51] RR> ::stands up:: ...I saw a couple holographic shots of the scenes in the data we've received. I'm going to reconstruct them on the holodecks. ::seems relatively unable to meet the Commodore's eyes with his own:: [19:51] <[MG_Ironside]> ::frowns:: I'm not sure I approve of a holographic program taking care of your children. [19:51] X2> ::nods:: That's what I was thinking. I wonder where it's heading? [19:51] <[MG_Ironside]> ::concedes:: Unless it were Savant, I suppose. [19:51] X2> ::to the room:: Have the patrol hail them. [19:51] X2> Standard greetings. [19:52] =Description= The image in Xanadu's control center jumps perspectives, probably now being relayed by a second fighter. This view is a little better. It's a winged Pfhor design of the same dark grey-brown material, but according to the data, the engine profiles are all wrong. It has the same sensor-reflecting quality as the larger Pfhor ships, though, so it's hard to tell. [19:52] <[Zunite]> well maybe if I beg Savant enough she'll keep an eye on them.. [19:52] X2> And request for identification. [19:52] ::on the bridge, speaking softly to Canterbry:: Just remember...keep this quiet as long as you can. [19:52] TL> ::enters TL, musing that at it was a good thing traffic was at least beginning to go instead of just come and park.:: Deck 4. [19:52] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:52] <[Zunite]> I'm not suggesting the hologram watch them all the time... but it's awful hard to rock one and feed the other... [19:53] RR> ::speaks briefly with an officer at the comm station there, the instantaneous communications via ansible all the more welcome as she relays the need to speak to General Ironside at once:: [19:53] Tech> X2> ::nods and turns to relay the order:: +com+ Flight 21 Lead, flight 21 lead, drop radio silence and say hello. Standard greeting and request identification from bogey. [19:53] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:53] FB>::looks over padd and starts next form:: [19:53] <[MG_Ironside]> That's why I think you should hire a braid to assist you. I know that there are several well schooled in the infancy of human children. [19:54] <[Zunite]> ::looks at the comm as it rings:: [19:54] +taps+ General Ironside, from Alliance Communications. Sir, there's an urgent communication for you from Coronado on a secure channel. [19:54] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:54] Tech> X2> ::turns back to Drexler:: Flight 21 is a half-squadron of Banshees, scouting 8 light-years west-northwest of us, Captain. The rest of their squadron is in a nearby system. [19:54] <[Zunite]> ::shrugs and looks at Ironside:: it's for you [19:54] *> ::start to repair the damage done to the Torpedo launcher..:: [19:54] ::enters TL:: Main Engineering... [19:54] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:55] <[MG_Ironside]> ::rubs the bridge of his nose with one hand:: There's always something. +com+ Put it through. [19:55] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:55] X2> ::studies the image and wonders if it's friend or foe:: [19:55] X2> ::crosses his hands behind his back, something Dosim- like:: OK. What is the heading of the unidentified ship? [19:55] +taps+ At once, sir. Connecting now. [19:55] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:56] =.\ction= The holographic image in the Xanadu tank changes, meanwhile, as two of the Banshees reveal themselves to the ship, the other four presumably covering them. [19:56] 4> ::steps off as the TL stops on Deck 4 and makes her way to the quarters she and Zach share:: [19:56] *> ::hmms to himself as he helps in the repairs:: [19:56] *> I'm heading back to main engineering if you need any help just call. [19:56] =.\ction= Tal's image flickers to life on a nearby comm screen in Zunite's room. [19:56] ::glances at the bridge officers momentarily, watching as the Commodore enters the turbolift and vanishes from sight. He looks towards the bridge officers a second time, then turns to the second lift and enters TL:: Holodecks. [19:56] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:56] Tech> X2> No course, as such, Captain. Looks like it's a rift drive ship. As long as they're within the gravity well of that star, they can go where they like, within jump range. For now, flight 21 says the ship is just orbiting. Appeared in system a little under five minutes ago. [19:56] *> ::enters TL:: Engineering [19:56] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:57] <[MG_Ironside]> ::sets his face in stone as Tal appears on the screen:: What can I do for you, Commander? [19:57] X2> ::nods:: Place the exchange on speakers. [19:57] Q> ::enters her quarters, almost immediately shedding her clothing on her way towards the sonic shower:: [19:57] RR> General, we have recently received information from Alliance Security that has led us to believe that you and your daughter might be in grave danger. [19:57] *> Computer> There are nine holodecks on R.S. Coronado. Please indicate your desired destination. [19:58] TL> ::enters engineering and heads for his office:: [19:58] <[MG_Ironside]> +com+ You are going to have to be more specific Commander, as the possibility that the universe is coming to an end hasn't been corrected as of yet. [19:58] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:58] =.\ction= The speakers begin transmitting the call, apparently already in progress. +com+ ...dentified ship, this is Banshee flight, two craft on your left side, representing a nearby alliance of systems. Request identification. [19:58] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:58] E> ::steps into the whirring power center that is Main Engineering and glances at a few of the systems displays:: [19:59] X2> ::picks up a PADD and begins recording details on the image and the conversation to add to Razor's databanks upon his return:: [19:59] *> ::glares at the wall of the lift:: The medium holodecks. Deck 10. [19:59] * LTSI_Brooks (~kari@243.168.202.68.cfl.rr.com) Quit (Ping timeout) [19:59] RR> +com+ Understood, General. It was reported to us earlier today that nine former Coronado crew members have been murdered on or near Reor'sa and the surrounding systems, including two of your former Marines and one of their symbiants. [19:59] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:59] ::steps into the sonic shower and quickly sheds the grime she accumulated working on the shuttle:: [19:59] E> ::notices Daren enter and meets him:: Hello sir. [20:00] * LCen_Skylooker (~Lewis_T_S@Toronto-HSE-ppp3743301.sympatico.ca) Quit (Quit: ) [20:00] =.\ction= There are four or five seconds of a screeching babble before the translators catch up. +com+ ...Banshees, this is ship [unintelligible] representing Zheda Concordat. We have claimed this region of space in the name of the Concordat. What are your intentions, and where is this alliance of which you speak? [20:00] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:00] ::nods:: Commander Farley. ::looks back around:: Everything going on schedule? [20:00] X2> ::shoulders sink:: [20:01] <[MG_Ironside]> +com+ As you have mentioned that Alliance Security is aware of this information, I assume that they have taken adequate steps to ensure our and others' safety? [20:01] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:01] FB>::finnishes forms and gets up to streach:: [20:01] E> Yes, sir. I just came from the infected area and the infection has been removed and the refit is taking place as we speak. [20:01] =.\ction= +com+ Your ship profiles are not those of the conquerors, but you have entered space claimed by the Concordat. We wish no conflict with you, but will defend ourselves if you are agents of the conquerors. [20:01] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:01] X2> ::turns to another comm officer:: Get Aldur on the ansible, priority one. [20:01] E> ::nods:: Good. We're scheduled to leave for Reor'sa in 2 days... [20:02] RR> +com+ Actually, General, they have not yet. They don't want to start a panic. ::grits her teeth and she spits out the "reason" for Security's lack of action:: [20:02] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:02] X2> ::blinks:: The Concordat? Never heard of them. Have you? [20:02] Q> ::emerges from the shower and finds herself a fresh uniform to change into:: [20:02] Tech> X2> ::working on his board meanwhile:: We've got a good translation for this language, Captain. Database says the language database was downloaded by the Vladivostok mission, whatever that is. Trying to see if there's anything on these Zheda. [20:02] E> We will be ready sir. [20:03] X2> No. I'm wondering if they're somehow related to the Hegemony, or are a byproduct of its destruction. [20:03] X2> ::raises both eyebrows:: Vladivostok mission. That was Tarndare. [20:03] <[MG_Ironside]> +com+ ::arches an eyebrow:: I find it highly unusual that the security forces would be sacrificing our safety on account of 'panic', given the ease of securing us. Whom at the ministry have you spoken with? [20:03] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:03] X2> ::nods:: That's a possibility. More than likely that's exactly what it is I'm thinking. [20:04] RR> +com+ I only have the report forwarded to Coronado's Command Staff this morning. It's marked as being from Captain Richard Berman. [20:04] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:05] =.\ction= Flight 21 lead, meanwhile, is doing his best. +com+ We were unaware of the significance of this region. Our alliance is somewhat nearby. We are peaceful explorers and also wish no conflict. We will not fire unless fired upon. We do not know who these conquerors you speak of are, but believed this space to be once held by the Pfhor. [20:05] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:05] E> ::nods:: Don't let me keep you..I think I'll take my own little walking tour of the repaired areas on my way back to deck 9 [20:05] Q> ::lets her hair stay down as she heads out and towards the turbolift:: [20:05] * LTSI_Brooks (~kari@243.168.202.68.cfl.rr.com) has joined #uss-coronado [20:05] * CoroLCARS sets mode: +v LTSI_Brooks [20:06] Holodeck> ::walks in:: Computer, there is holographic data stored in the file Canterbury Sigma-Nine-Seven. Load the first scene. [20:06] E> Yes, sir. Just be careful, there is alot going on up there. [20:06] <[MG_Ironside]> +com+ Then I suggest you get into contact with Captain Bergman, Commander. I can only assure the safety of myself and my daughter with the information you have given me. To provide further protection to the others, you will need to convince Alliance Security that this is a pressing matter. [20:06] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:06] Tech 2> X2> Captain, I have Admiral Aldur for you and am relaying what's happened so far via ansible. Go ahead. [20:06] <[MG_Ironside]> ::as he's speaking, is tapping orders into a PADD for an assigned fire team escort of marines with whom he's personally acquainted:: [20:07] <[Zunite]> ::looks at Ironside, looking for weapons:: [20:07] TL> ::enters TL:: Deck 7. [20:07] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:07] RR> +com+ We are already in the process of securing officers and crew formerly associated with Coronado, General. But we felt that you and Ms. Oswald should know personally. [20:07] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:07] <[Zunite]> ::frowns deeply:: [20:07] =.\ction= A small rift opens near where Flight 21 is negotiating with the Zheda. [20:07] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:07] * Natty (~trekkiemo@adsl-69-111-104-36.dsl.scrm01.pacbell.net) has left #uss-coronado [20:07] RR> +com+ Especially given your daughter's... condition. I trust she is doing well, by the way? And the children are healthy? [20:07] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:07] FB>::walks out ad heads for quarters:: [20:08] <[MG_Ironside]> ::stands and returns Tebrun to his daughter, tucking the PADD under his arm and undoing the flap on his holster:: +com+ Very well, Commander. Thank you for alerting us. And yes, both mother and children are doing fine. [20:08] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:08] X2> ::nods:: Admiral, sir, we've made contact with an unknown government called the Zheda Concordat. My first impression is that they are relatively peaceful and somehow connected to the former Pfhor Hegemony. [20:08] X2> ::watches a rift form in the display:: Oh... I hope that isn't what I think it is?? [20:08] ::steps out and walks the short distance to Seventh Heaven:: [20:09] RR> +com+ Good to hear, General. Congratulations on becoming a grandfather. I will alert you as soon as we get any new information or as soon as Security has any leads. [20:09] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:09] =.\ction= A second of the small ships emerges from the rift. This one looks like some form of cobbled together warship. It's the same design as the first, but is carrying objects under the wings that look remarkably like quantum torpedoes. [20:09] <[MG_Ironside]> ::nods:: +com+ Thank you again Commander. Ironside out. [20:09] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:09] ::examines the nearest control panel, looking over it with his hands behind his back, looking like something approaching an afficianado in an art gallery:: [20:09] RR> ::sighs and leans back in her chair as the connection is cut:: [20:09] X2> ::to the tech:: Tell the fighters to assume a non- aggressive stance and to retreat to a safe distance. [20:10] 7H> ::grabs a light lunch from the replicator and takes it over to a seat by the windows:: [20:10] X2> <> [20:10] <[MG_Ironside]> ::receives a report that the requested fire team is en route and should arrive momentarily, then turns to his daughter:: Unfortunately, Zunite, I'm going to have to insist that you be transferred to a secure facility rather than your apartment until this matter is settled. [20:10] Aldur> Reor> Understood, Captain. See if you can negotiate a peaceful contact with them, and we'll send you a backup in the form of a first contact team. Do not allow the contact to become hostile under any circumstances. [20:11] <[Zunite]> A secure facility? such as? [20:11] <[Zunite]> a prision? [20:11] X2> ::nods to Aldur's comm:: Yes, sir. [20:11] Tech> X2> ::looks over his shoulder:: Understood, Captain, relaying your message. But Flight 21 lead reports that the second ship is locking onto them. Starfleet standard targetting sensors with a Pfhor energy signature. [20:11] ::glances at the ensign manning the station, smiling slightly:: Doesn't it seem interesting how quickly we neglect the sheer aesthetic of these things upon which we work so often? ::returns his attention to the panel:: [20:12] <[MG_Ironside]> ::gives his daughter a slightly disappointed look:: Somewhere that I don't have to worry about a serial killer climbing through your window.. [20:12] RR> ::leans forward and opens a new secure comm channel to Alliance Comm Relay again, this time asking to be forwarded to Dr. Kennedy:: [20:12] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:12] X2> Tell the fighters to relay that we wish to open diplomatic ties with them at the earliest convenience. [20:12] Q>::walks in and goes to lye down:: [20:12] X2> ::blinks in surprise at the description:: [20:13] *> ::pulls out a diagnostic tool and runs over a set of new wires to make sure they are working:: [20:13] X2> Prepare a slipstream packet. ::to the tech:: Tell the Banshees not to engage the Zheda under any circumstances. [20:13] <[Zunite]> ::shakes her head:: no serial killer is going to climb through my window dad... besides living on the 9th floor, I perfectly capable of taking care of myself... [20:13] 7H> ::polishes off the last of her tuna sandwich :: [20:13] <[MG_Ironside]> It's not you I'm worried about. [20:13] =.\ction= The message gets through to flight 21 lead, who backs off visibly, then transmits. +com+ Zheda Concordat starship, I have been asked if you would accept a visiting diplomatic team to establish relations. We wish peaceful relations with you. [20:13] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:14] * [LCDR_Kennedy] (~breathles@adsl-67-127-124-235.dsl.sktn01.pacbell.net) has joined #uss-coronado [20:14] * CoroLCARS sets mode: +v [LCDR_Kennedy] [20:14] Q>::falls asleep:: [20:14] Tech> X2> ::nods and relays that message:: [20:15] 7H> ::disposes of the empty plate and heads back out into the ship:: [20:15] <[LCDR_Kennedy]> This is Rachel Kennedy. [20:15] X2> ::glances at a time display:: You have your hands full Sieven. I'm going to return to my ship and get ready to disembark. [20:15] ::moves to the next panel:: [20:15] <[Zunite]> oh? [20:15] <[MG_Ironside]> ::looks at the children:: [20:15] =.\ction= +com+ Banshee, we will accept your diplomatic team. Have them enter this system and transmit on this frequency, and they will be contacted. For now, we strongly request that you withdraw from Concordat space. [20:15] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:16] RR> +com+ Dr. Kennedy, this is Commander Tal on Coronado. I need to know your location and that of the Kor symbiont. [20:16] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:16] X2> All right. Be well, Jarod. [20:16] <[Zunite]> ::rocks Tebrun and Erin in her arms:: I can handle them... [20:16] X2>> ::nods:: Good luck with this. ::heads for his ship:: [20:17] <[LCDR_Kennedy]> We're both fine, Commander. We're at a medical facility. I'll send the exact coordinates as soon as I have them. [20:17] <[MG_Ironside]> And you will handle them. At a secure facility. [20:17] TL> ::enters TL:: Bridge. [20:17] X2> ::nods:: +taps+ Flight 21 Lead, this is Captain Drexler. Have them transmit the specifics of their territory before you fall back to an Alliance system. [20:17] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:17] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:18] E> ::gets things squared away in engineering and heads back out to do some rounds on the newly repaired areas:: [20:18] <[Zunite]> ::sighs:: who would want to hurt me or the twins dad? [20:18] TL> ::a beat:: Computer, transfer outcomes of flight pattern efficiency to the mission ops station on the bridge. I'll review them there. ::exits the TL and makes a beeline for the empty station:: [20:18] <[Zunite]> you guys are over reacting... [20:18] <[LCDR_Kennedy]> ::asks a passing aide, and then transmits them on a parallel frequency:: Why do you ask, Commander? [20:18] Flight 21 lead> +com+ Flight 21 acknowledges. ::changes frequencies:: +com+ Zheda Concordat, I have been requested to determine what areas comprise Concordat space so that we may fully withdraw. [20:18] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:18] =.\ction= The data from Canterbury's files are read by the computer and the holodeck constructs a perfect copy of one of the eight crime scenes: [20:18] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:19] =.\ction= Canterbury quickly finds himself in a darkend alley on Reor'sa. The buildings on either side aren't tall, perhaps three stories each. Near a large trash reclimation unit is the body of an Andorian Male lying in a pool of his own blood. [20:19] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:19] H> ::gazes at the scene, his pupils dilating and his face losing a little of its colour as he sees the body and the surrounding crimson. He peers down at the floor, averting his eyes for a moment, as he takes a few deep -- but rushed -- breaths:: ...Oh, God. [20:19] RR> +com+ I'm going to have Alliance Security assign you extra protection for the time being, and I need to know where to send them. We have reason to believe you might be in grave danger. There have already been nine murders of former Coronado officers in the past three weeks, including a joined Trill host AND symbiont. [20:19] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:19] <[MG_Ironside]> ::arches an eyebrow:: Nine murdered former Coronado officers is a cause for concern, and I'm not going to take any chances until such time as it is clear what is going on. [20:20] ::sits behind the MiOps station and calls up the completed analysis:: [20:20] <[Zunite]> ::sighs:: so where we off to? [20:20] <[LCDR_Kennedy]> +com+ Bloody hell. Have you received the coordinates? [20:20] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:20] =.\ction= The screeching is of higher pitch. +com+ Banshee, you will withdraw in the direction you came. The conquerors also wanted to know the borders of our space. Now that it is reclaimed, we are not quite foolish enough to make the same mistake twice. You will withdraw. [20:20] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:21] X2> ::to a tech:: You know, while we're at it, someone figure out exactly what our borders are. If anyone on Reor'sa has actually gotten around to it yet. [20:21]