[19:02] OK, I think we'll get going. [19:02] * Jester is now known as RAGC_LoraKor [19:02] Captain, whenever you're ready. [19:03] ::fidgets while waiting:: [19:03] LCARS, let's do the thing... [19:03] * CoroLCARS =/\= CPCO_Daren has called: ATTENTION ON DECK =/\= [19:03] * 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!' [19:03] * CoroLCARS sets mode: +m [19:03] ::attn:: [19:03] ::attn:: [19:03] ::attn:: [19:03] ::attn:: [19:03] ::attn:: [19:03] ::attn:: [19:03] ::attn:: [19:03] ::Attn:: [19:03] ::attn:: [19:03] ::attn:: [19:03] ::attn:: [19:03] ::attn:: [19:04] Welcome, everyone. Tonight, the skee-ball gets a little English put on it and tossed. Let's hope it doesn't hit a spectator in the face. ;) [19:04] Start with the briefing: [19:04] =Sim Briefing!= Please type "ack" after you've read it... [19:04] Stardate 240403.01: "Tuberider", Part 2, by Jester. [19:04] SUMMARY: Start by juggling some toy balls. Not too many to start. [19:04] With the assistance of the asteroid-starship Xanadu and a Wraith Liberator modified for this purpose, Coro has collapsed a spatial/temporal anomaly some 100 light-years "northeast" of Reorsan space, though not before the Xur arrived to try to prevent it. We eventually drove off the Xur fleet. [19:04] As appears to be her "custom" after collapsing an anomaly, Xanadu performed a Beckmann translation to the closest dwarf star in the area, possibly to recharge some system within the facility. Unfortunately, the closest dwarf star to the anomaly's former position is in a Pfhor-controlled system... [19:04] Fortunately, with the help of U.S.S. Vanguard and a diplomatic team from Reor'sa, we have negotiated a truce of sorts with the Pfhor and the race they are cooperating with in this system. In fact, it seems possible for us to negotiate some kind of long-term peace with them, unlikely as that may seem. [19:04] Briefing complete. [19:04] ack [19:04] ackityackermanack [19:04] ACK [19:04] ack [19:04] ack [19:05] ack [19:05] ack [19:05] ack [19:05] ack [19:05] ack [19:05] ack [19:05] #uss-coronado-ooc for those not already there, BTW. :) [19:05] ack [19:06] Before we begin tonight, there are a couple of long- overdue housekeeping chores that I'd like to get taken care of. [19:06] Commander Savant, please step forward, if you please. [19:06] * Lefty852002 (~professor@mx0435.pubip.gamewood.net) has joined #USS- Coronado [19:06] * CoroLCARS sets mode: +v Lefty852002 [19:07] ::looks around:: [19:07] * ENen_Gannsen (~professor@mx1123.pubip.gamewood.net) Quit (Ping timeout) [19:08] * Lefty852002 is now known as ENen_Gannsen [19:08] Savant seems to be out of alignment with the internal sensors, Admiral. [19:09] Yes, it appears so. Pity. Very well, then. Captain, would you join me for a moment? [19:09] * tlaloco (~pirch@pcp08806646pcs.bayville.nj.comcast.net) has joined #uss-coronado [19:09] Of course Admiral, ::steps closer:: [19:09] Captain, the Whitestone Admiralty staff has noted a bit of a problem tendency in your style of command. [19:09] You have a tendency to and a strength towards... for want of a better term... blowing stuff up real good. [19:10] ::appears surprised at first, but then apologetic:: Admiral, I'll make sure it never happens again. [19:10] In fact, Coronado has the distinction of attempting to shoot at more races that we've attempted to gain diplomatic access to than any other Defender starship in service in M64. A distressing tendency, wouldn't you agree? [19:11] ::folds his arms and just grins:: [19:11] ::nods:: M64 isn't exactly home, that's for sure. At least not in any definition of the word that I know... [19:11] ::nods sadly:: I'm afraid I have to accept some of the blame. For continuing to put Coronado into these sorts of situations. [19:12] However, your ability to extract Coronado from these situations -- and other, more straightforward combat situations -- has not gone unnoticed, I assure you. [19:12] ::looks as if to say something but realizes it's not her place and the Captain will just have to fight this battle himself:: [19:13] As a result, Reorsan Fleet command has elected to give you command of one of their interceptor squadrons for use as Coronado's escort when these situations turn south, and... I can't say I blame them. [19:13] ::nods:: Well, I do have an awful lot of help in that matter, Sir... ::looks around at the crew in line:: [19:13] ::nods:: Indeed. You're gonna need a reinforced collar, though. For your new rank. [19:13] Captain William Daren, it is my pleasure and privelige to promote you to the rank of Commodore, and further to grant you all rights and responsibilities of that new rank. [19:13] ::raises an eyebrow:: [19:13] Congratulations, Commodore! [19:14] ::applauds:: [19:14] ::applauds heartily:: [19:14] ::claps:: [19:14] ::applauds:: [19:14] ::extends a hand in gratitude:: Thank you, Admiral. [19:14] ::applauds:: [19:14] ::applauds:: [19:14] ::applauds:: [19:14] ::applauds:: [19:14] ::claps:: [19:14] ::claps:: [19:14] ::wonders how his former CTac now outranks him:: ;) [19:14] ::shakes the new Commodore's hand:: Well deserved. [19:14] ::claps:: [19:15] ::returns to where he was standing previously:: [19:15] Further, for the record, I am putting Commodore Daren in for the Atlas Award, for outstanding demonstration of command abilities. Congratulations, Commodore. ::smiles:: And you're out of uniform. ::produces a new set of pips for Daren and hands them over: [19:15] Now then, is Commander Savant still off-line? [19:16] Ah yes, of course... ::takes the pips:: [19:16] Right then. We'll forgo the Commander's torture for now. [19:16] * Natty (Natty@adsl-67-124-4-121.dsl.scrm01.pacbell.net) has left #uss- coronado [19:16] Now then, any questions about the briefing? We'll be beginning some three to four days after last week's sim. [19:16] ::raises:: [19:17] ::raises hand:: [19:17] Captain Bentall? [19:17] Is the flag staff still in Xanadu? [19:18] Lora Kor certainly is, and he's been in the process of establishing a command center in Xanadu's Fourth Chamber. [19:18] Captain Drexler? [19:18] Did Tuberider get underway in that time? [19:18] * Fraser (~fdeziel@CPE00207800d5fc- CM000a739ba73f.cpe.net.cable.rogers.com) has joined #uss-coronado [19:18] * CoroLCARS sets mode: +o Fraser [19:18] * CPCO_Daren is now known as CMCO_Daren [19:18] ::raises:: [19:18] * Fraser is now known as BGDC_Ironside [19:18] ::attn?:: [19:19] Nope. They're still prepping for the initial recon, scheduled to go to 1.0Ex6, or 1,000,000 kilometers down the Chamber. [19:19] They'll proceed to that distance, scanning and recording as they go, then come to a stop and there will be a go-no-go decision to go farther, or return for a full recon team. [19:19] Commander Farley? [19:19] Where are we at with the use of the HDS and everything that goes with that? [19:20] HDS is currently shut down. Whether Coro moved further into Xanadu or has taken station outside is up to the new Commodore. [19:20] Any other questions? [19:20] ::raises:: [19:20] Lieutenant Canterbury? [19:21] Sim time since last sim? =) [19:21] 3-4 days. [19:21] Right then. If there are no other questions, now that you've graced us with your presence, Commander Savant, please step forward. [19:22] ::Steps forward:: my apologies for my lateness, admiral [19:22] Hmph. Commander, it has been noted -- by many, I assure you -- that you have a tendency to regard the entire Defender fleet... nay, the entire humanoid presence in the M64 galaxy and all of their computing assets as your own personal computing playground. Would that be an accurate assessment? [19:23] ::Clears her throat:: No, Admiral. A playground is for play. It's my workspace. [19:23] I see. Rather large boots for a mere Commander, wouldn't you say? Miss Combat Receptionist? [19:24] It woudl be disloyal of me to not give my utmost, Admiral. [19:25] ::sniffs:: I see. As a matter of fact, I have here... ::produces a PADD:: 124 incidents of your... "utmost"... while working with ships, bases, and facilities that have absolutely no connection to Task Force 85.3. [19:25] Including 24 incidents where your actions appear to have saved the lives of sentients in no way under my command. [19:26] ::keeps her hands behind her back during the "browbeating":: [19:26] Perhaps my records are faulty. [19:26] I'll begin cross-checking immediately, Admiral. [19:26] But it seems to me you have taken it upon yourself to exercise your utmost in exceeding the responsibility of a mere Commander. [19:26] I therefore have only two choices: reprimand you for your serious lack of respect for the other commands in this fleet... [19:27] ...or promote you to the rank of Captain, and hope that you will continue to exercise the same devotion to duty that you have demonstrated to date. [19:27] I choose the latter. Congratulations, Captain! [19:27] ::applauds:: [19:27] ::applauds, with gusto:: [19:27] * CRS3_Savant is now known as CPS3_Savant [19:27] ::applauds:: [19:27] ::applauds:: [19:27] ::applauds enthusiastically:: [19:27] ::applauds:: [19:27] ::claps, pausing to check his wrist chronometer for a moment before continuing:: [19:27] ::claps:: [19:27] ::claps:: [19:27] ::inclines her head with a grin:: Pity the poor starship I gain the command of, should it happen. [19:28] ::applauds:: [19:28] ::gives Daren an amused look:: You appear to have a volunteer for command one of the ships in your squadron, Commodore. ::turns back to Savant:: Further, Captain, it is my pleasure to recognize you with the Starfleet Ribbon of Merit for your many contributions to the combined Defender fleet. [19:29] Now then, are there any further questions? [19:29] ::grins at the Admiral, then looks at Savant:: Done, Sir. [19:29] Right, then. Let's sim. :) [19:30] =.\= =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= SIM RESUME =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= =.\= [19:30] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:30] ::makes his way down to engineering:: [19:30] 7H> ::seated, finishing up her breakfast:: [19:30] E> ::sits in his office going over reports:: [19:30] ::mutters something under his breath as he looks over his mission ops station:: [19:30] E> ::stretches at his consol and looks around:: [19:30] CIC> ::Savant, the android, stayed close to the holographic display table, watching idly:: [19:31] SB>::in shuttlebay having been on and off standby for the past 3-4 days or so, currently on:: [19:31] =.\ction= With the unusual "blockade" caused by Xanadu's hiding having been lifted for the last few days, ships have been entering and leaving the system more or less at will. The latest arrivals are a pair of Furious class escort ships, newly arrived from Reorsa. They give the single Pfhor destroyer now in the system a wide berth as they approach. [19:31] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:31] 7H> ::looks over at Maiko and wonders why she still hasn't said anything about the flowers:: [19:31] S> ::stretches as he looks over a security report:: [19:31] TL> ::get out of the TL and enter engineering:: [19:32] ::setting the empty plate and glass aside, props up her chin on her hands and ponders the "new" Pfhor attitude:: [19:32] X4> ::directs the work of some of the Admiralty staff as they continue working on the new command facility in Xanadu's Fourth Chamber:: [19:32] E> Gannsen come in here! ::yells out to main engineering:: [19:32] RR> [19:32] E> ::mutters:: now what [19:32] E> ::hear the chief, and decide to wait a few before reporting for duty..:: [19:32] 7h> ::walks over to Maiko and smiles:: (q) Pardon me but...do you not like flowers? [19:32] E> ::heads for engineering:: [19:32] X4> ::looks off into the distance wondering what they'll find further into the chamber:: [19:32] CIC> ::rubs a finger along his lips in thought as he rotates a schematic of Xanadu above the holotank, highlighting the impact location and depth of the Pfhor transport's anti-proton weaponry. [19:32] :: [19:33] S> ::absent-minded touches the left shoulder of his uniform, feeling the almost imperceptible scar sliding underneath the fabric:: [19:33] E>::walks to the chiefs office:: You yelled oh masterful one [19:33] RR> ::crosses his legs, and reads further about the ships that have been assigned to Coronado's new exclusive escort detail:: [19:33] E> I don't see an report on the HDS yet? [19:33] <> [19:33] E> ::hands the chief the padd:: I just finished it [19:33] X4> ::Savant, the hologram, was in the 4th chamber, nearby Kor and Bentall. She had recently mastered operating both in the real world and the fourth chamber, and despite a slight lag, was operating relatively well:: [19:34] E> Very good thank you. Can you give me the high pints of it? [19:34] =Description= There are currently five of the Defender's larger ships in system: Coronado, Churchill, Vanquish, Valkyrie, and Vanguard. The latter three are in orbit of the gas giant planet and its moons. We have learned the gas giant is Torias, the third moon, Ahnto. [19:34] CIC> What do you think, Jeremy? Will we find peace with the Pfhor? [19:34] X4> ::to one of the staff members:: Clear this with Logistics first. ::walks around outside, taking reports and signing off on things:: [19:35] X4> Logistics? did someone mention me? [19:35] X4> ::shakes his head and glances at the work crews assembling the command facility:: [19:35] 7H> ::sighs, still not quite trusting them though trying to accomodate some tolerance to that people can change:: [19:35] CIC> ::sniffs slightly:: Perhaps for a time. [19:35] <> [19:35] CIC> I think that we can make something that will last. [19:36] CIC> It is not our willingness for extended peace which I doubt, Savant. [19:36] X4> ::looks over his shoulder and gives Savant a smile:: Communications are up, I take it? How's subspace bandwidth holding up? [19:36] X4> Are there going to be enough lines to run traffic back and forth to... ::winces, very slightly:: the outside world? [19:36] SB>::straps out of his Spectre as his watch ends and saunters off into the locker room:: [19:37] X4> ::walks over to Admiral LoraKor's position and listens for Savant's response:: [19:37] CIC> ::pedantically:: The seed of failiure is planted in the soil of doubt, General. [19:37] X4> ::walks up to the admiral:: They've started constructing the hard line to Alexandria, just now. [19:37] E> Theres not much to say [19:37] S> ::sits up as his wrist chronometer beeps. He stabs at it with a finger, silencing the alarm, then walks out of the security office just as his replacement walks in:: All yours. Seat's still warm. ::smiles:: [19:37] 7H> ::looks up at Zach:: Oh, sorry. Flowers? :: a beat :: You know who sent them to my quarters? [19:37] X4> ::turns and nods at Drexler:: Good. How long to finish it? [19:37] X4> ::She smiles a bit:: I'm not so sure. It's operable,. but it seems to go down if i try to think about it too hard. [19:37] E> Not much to say? Shall I tell command that? [19:37] CIC> ::glances sidelong at the Savant hologram:: So is the seed of vigilance. [19:37] ::steps onto the bridge, rather quietly, to reflect the muted situation everything seems to be in:: [19:38] E> ::goes on to his team to get a up to date report while the cmdr is occupied..:: [19:38] 9> ::walks down the hall towards the bridge:: [19:38] X4> ::frowns and nods to Savant:: Thank you, Captain. Until the hard lines go in, that's probably the best we can do. We'll need a team to alter the holographic display programming... for now, just give me the bare minimum information I need to run the group. [19:38] Q> ::rolls over and sits up in bed:: Computer, what time is it? [19:38] 7H> ::nods, looking a bit sheepish:: You could say that... [19:38] X4> Fortunately, time is the one thing we have on our side. [19:38] CIC> The hegemony has a millenia long history of tyranny and slavery. It's in their blood... [19:38] ::looks at the Admiral:: How are you doing Admiral? Headaches gone I hope? [19:38] E> Er No Sir [19:38] X4> ::She gestured, and a hologram appearead above her, of the strategic disposition of the fleets:: Holograms, oddly enough, I have little trouble with in here. [19:39] <> [19:39] X4> They're using two mobile industrial replicator units, starting at either end, and should hopefully meet up in a few hours. [19:39] SB>::stips off the flight suit back into just his uniform:: [19:39] CIC> As did humans, and many other sentients. People can change, Jeremy. [19:39] 7H> ::gives Zach a serious look, then softens with a smile:: It was you, wasn't it? ::shy grin:: [19:39] X4> ::nods at Bentall:: Very well, Captain, thank you. Apparently, so long as I'm within my peculiar prison, I'm well enough. So, if I have to remain here, the least I can do is make sure I can get some work done. [19:39] ::enters the bridge, looking at the empty tactical station, then looks back at his watch, slightly confused:: (m) Either he left three minutes early, or my watch is at least three minutes behind. [19:39] E> Then before I read this in detail, give me the cliff notes of your report, please. [19:39] ::cracks his neck and looks over some of the incoming sensor data on his console, still edgy about the peace talks:: [19:39] Q> ::rubs her eyes and stands up, walking to the bathroom and washing her face:: [19:39] X4> I've spent... months... denying it. It wasn't a worthwhile pursuit. ::straightens:: Better to accept, adapt, and move on. [19:40] SB>::hangs it up and lays down on one of the benches there in the locker room:: [19:40] X4> ::nods:: Hopefully we'll figure out what's causing them so you can get back out there. Thought this ::gestures at the expanse of the chamber:: Is in much need of exploration. [19:40] CIC> ::grunts:: Humans' didn't extend across eighty thousand light years and trillions of subject species. [19:40] X4> ::turns to Drexler:: A few hours? Are you sure? It's some 350 kilometers to Xanadu. [19:40] <> [19:40] ::Stands very close to the holotank, staring out the the Pfhor ships passing all around, and feeling very much like he should be at battlestations:: [19:40] =.\ction= The automatic klaxon sounds as Coronado's alert status changes to red . [19:40] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:40] <> [19:40] CIC> They did hold the entirety of their known world in sway. A universe is large no matter the scale. [19:40] <> [19:40] =.\ction= The Bridge and corridor lighting returns to normal as Coronado's alert status changes to green . [19:40] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:41] E> What I mean to say is this; We have fully repaired the system though it could use a full overhaul; an overhaul only a drydock can give. Furthermore the wiring is not excatly the best Ive ever seen [19:41] 7H> ::shrugs:: I thought you might like them, but when you didn't say anything, well... [19:41] Q> ::puts on a uniform and walks to her replicator, calling up her normal breakfast meal:: [19:41] E>but I will overhaul that as best I can with a couple of teams [19:41] X4> I think that you could not have chosen a more interesting prison however, Tebrun. [19:41] E> Thank you ensign. That will be all for now. [19:41] X4> To Alexandria, I mean. ::shakes his head, clearing it:: [19:41] +taps+ Batallion Command to Lieutenant Somansky [19:41] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:41] 7H> ::smirks:: Did you perhaps forget to put some sort of identification with the flowers? Like, say, a card? ::Maiko grin:: [19:42] X4> ::nods grimly:: Yes, it's a lovely prison. But four walls that one cannot leave are still a prison. You and I seem to have switched roles, Savant. [19:42] +taps+ Somansky here. [19:42] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:42] CIC> Always the optimist, Savant. ::changes the display of the holotank so it is instead displaying the strategic position of the local fleet. [19:42] :: [19:42] SB>::sits up:: [19:42] +taps+ status on your squadron? [19:42] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:42] E> Welcome sir. With premission Ill rewire the rear HDS [19:42] X4> I'm sorry, Tebrun. If it's any consolation, I know what it's like. [19:42] X4> ::nods in agreement with the Admiral's comments:: [19:42] ::just seems very unable to relax suddenly:: [19:42] CIC> ::sidelong:: someone has to be. [19:42] X4> ::mutters:: When we first met, you were confined to a few corridors and rooms aboard Coronado, while I could wander freely. Now you go where you like, and it is I who am confined. [19:42] SB>+taps+ We just stepped down from our watch, all fighters still on standby and ready to launch at a moments notice. [19:42] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:42] 7H> ::realization dawns and he blushes slightly:: Oh! Is that what happened? ::grins slighlty:: So that means you did like them? [19:42] E> You have it. But be ready to put it back in working order at a momnets notice just in case. [19:43] X4> ::glances:: Hours? [19:43] CIC> ::grunts:: +taps+ Prescot, from Ironside. [19:43] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:43] X4> ::shakes it off again, more firmly this time:: [19:43] +Taps+ PRescot here sir [19:43] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:43] X4> Now now, don't think that way. Let's stay on the topic at hand. Is there anything else I should allocate to the fourth chamber for the command post? [19:43] ::clasps his hands firmly behind his back:: [19:43] E> Aye Sir [19:43] X4> ::shakes head:: Sorry, sir. They make a quick pass with the basic line to make tests. The infrastructure is still a day or so away. [19:44] E> Dismissed [19:44] CIC> +taps+ The Tuberider project has docking locations for four fighter sized craft. I want a recommendation for four pilots, but keep in mind this mission is by volunteer only. [19:44] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:44] 7H> ::grins:: Yes, I did like them. ::a beat:: So, what would the card have said? If you had included one? [19:44] E>::turns on his heel and heads for the HDS system:: [19:44] E> ::is still being brief up by his departement..:: [19:44] X4> ::thinks about it for a bit, then shakes his head:: No, once these facilities are up, they'll serve my purposes well enough. What do you compute the time delay to the outside world to be, once the hard lines are in place? [19:44] ::raises an eyebrow:: +taps+ I'll get right on it sir [19:44] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:44] X4> ::lost in thought again as he stares into the 4th Chamber:: [19:45] X4> ::turns to Drexler and nods:: Excellent, Captain, thank you. That's fast work -- faster than I expected, in fact. [19:45] Q> ::reads a PADD as she eats, sipping her Raktajino slowly:: [19:45] +taps+ Prescot to Somansky. I have a volunteer mission for you [19:45] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:45] X4> Somewhere in the order of fractional microseconds. I can relay instantaneously for you, if the orders are verbal. [19:45] 7h> ::shifts slightly as he's put on the spot but recovers quickly:: To the loveliest flower of them all. ::smiles:: Kind of corny I guess. [19:45] SB>::cracks his neck a little bit pulls out a ration bar, but refrains from opening it yet::+taps+ I'm all ears sir. [19:45] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:46] CIC> ::crosses his arms:: Does the vessel have a TOD yet, Savant? [19:46] E> ::get tell that the Cmdr is alone...:: ok, keep on the job. ::go toward the ceo office and ring the bell..:: [19:46] +taps+ The Tuberider project has docking ports for four fighter sized craft. Ask around in your Flight for any volunteers, I'll be doing the same in Thunderbirds as well [19:47] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:47] E> Teams 3 and 5 you are with me; grab your gear for rewiring [19:47] X4> ::nods:: That will do fine. Not quite ansible, but close enough. How many ansible relays are set up, and where are they? [19:47] +taps+ Aye, I'm a go for that sir. I'll ask the rest of my flight as well. [19:47] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:47] X4> ::nods:: The infrastructure is ... "extruded" from the replicators at either end... and guided together. They, in a way, grow out of the replicators. [19:47] SB>::opens up the ration bar and takes a quick bite:: [19:48] E> Enter. [19:48] ::walks over to the replicator:: Tea, Earl-- actually, belay that. Caf� mocha, double-shot, hot. ::pauses:: With a marshmallow. [19:48] CIC> Not particularily, General. The mission begins when the vessel is prepared. [19:48] E> ::get in:: Well cmdr, I'm here to report for duty. [19:48] SB>::exits the locker and walks back out to where his flight is congregating:: [19:48] 7H> ::smile:: Hardly corny. That line would work on most women. [19:48] CIC> ::grunts again, watching the movement of Pfhor vessels within the system:: [19:48] E> Thank you Sky. How have you been? [19:48] X4> It took them longer to assemble the replicating units. ::leans against a wall:: [19:49] X4> ::nods and does the figures in his head:: That's something like... 250 meters an hour. Amazing. Something new, from Penthia? [19:49] 7H> I'm not interested in most women. ::smiles:: [19:49] ::sips his coffee as he sits at the primary tactical station:: [19:49] X4> ::Savant conjured a hologram of the interior of Xanadu out of thin air, several points lighting up in blue:: There are several reduntant netowrks of ansibles planned for Xanadu. You ought to be very well connected. [19:49] SB>::walks over and clears his throat as he reaches the group:: Okay guys, I've got a job offer. [19:50] +Taps+ Roger that. Get me another man. I'll get the other two from Dillion's Flight [19:50] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:50] SB>Dex> Job offer sir? Are we mercs now? [19:50] E> ::actualy thinks about it a few:: I don't.. really knows. I,ll guess it's my feeling from being far from home surfacing again. ::smile.. or at least trying too:: It's been soo many years indeed. [19:50] 7H> Well, that's a coincidence. I'm not after most men. ::playful smirk:: [19:50] X4> ::nods and turns to Bentall:: We're tying this into the data relays for the Tuberider? [19:50] E> I understand what you feel, about being so far from home. [19:50] E> Have a seat. [19:51] X4> Not so new, but definitely improved. Granted, there was quite a bit of preparatory work involved. They've been working on this for three days already. [19:51] SB>::half smiles:: I need one more Spectre to accompany me with this. [19:51] *> ::pops all the access panels and hmms to himself:: [19:51] X4> ::suddenly blinks and turns back to Savant, just now realizing what he's seeing:: Captain... how are you doing that? [19:51] Q> ::finishes breakfast and recycles her dishes:: [19:51] 7H> ::chuckles lightly:: Well, that could be either a good thing or a bad thing for me now, couldn't it? [19:51] E> ::sit, though only after giving him a report padd for the last month, showing what improved and what didn't. [19:51] X4> So far as I knew, the holographic tables won't be ready for service until this afternoon. [19:51] X4> ::looks at Kor blankly, with the image of Xanadu floating between them:: doing what? [19:51] ::looks down at the marshmallow, half-dissolved already, and mentions to no one in particular:: Maybe I should've gone for the whipped cream. [19:52] X4> ::points at the hologram of Xanadu:: [19:52] X4> ::nods:: That's the plan Admiral. No telling how well it'll work though. I suppose once the Tuberider goes on it's test run we'll have a better understanding. [19:52] E> ::takes PADD and sets it down on the desk:: Anything I can help with? [19:52] SB> Alpha 3 is out of it because you're still down a RIO. [19:52] 7H> That depends. What would you define as a 'good thing'? [19:52] X4> Ah... well, ::She closed her hand and the hologram disappeared:: seeing as I myself am in holographic form here, then it's relatively simple to extend that hologram to other tasks. How it happens exactly? I wish I knew. Technically, I shouldn't be here. [19:52] SB>Teams 1 and 2, which of you would like to go? [19:53] X4> ::She grinned:: I try to avoid thinking about it too hard on local networks. [19:53] E> The same question as usualy. ::smile:: When will the red alert will ring up this time? ::grins:: Isin't what always happen in those times. [19:53] SB>::chuckles as all four of them raise their hands:: [19:53] X4> ::nods at Drexler, then Bentall:: Check with Tuberider, and find out what time they're planning on departing. ::pauses, smirking slightly:: I still haven't decided if I'd like to go with them. [19:53] X4> ::turns back to Savant, expression wandering back and forth between troubled and amused:: You don't know? [19:53] X4> ::nods:: Aye sir. ::contacts the Tuberider and checks on her status and estimated time for departure:: [19:54] 7H> ::looks thoughtful for a moment before answering:: Well, in this case I would define that as my being one of those few you might actually be interested in. [19:54] CIC> ::shuts off the holographic portion of the holotank and sets it to 2D mode, tossing a PADD or two onto it and starting to work on some reports:: [19:54] ::lets out a bit of a sigh, then turns to Canterbury:: Open a channel to the planet please Lieutenant... [19:54] SB> Okay then. Rock, paper, scissors. [19:54] I know it's the same old question but I like to make sure you know that I'm here for you. [19:54] SB> Two out of three. [19:54] X4> Not in the slightest. I don't have any processing nodes or sensing equipment in here, and yet i can exist and sense you all just fine. I think that i'm using systems resident within the Nexus itself. [19:54] X4> ::glances at the Admiral:: You should sir. Even if only to get away from here for a while. ::waits for a response from Tuberider:: [19:55] ::looks up from his mug, then sets it down next to him and opens a channel:: Channel open, Captain. [19:55] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:55] *> ::looks at the mess of wiring:: Alright lets see what we can do [19:55] 7H> ::appears to think about that for a moment:: So you're saying I'm too choosy in who I'm close with? [19:55] SB>::the two pilots step up, Team 1 wins the first round with rock over scissors, and makes it a clean sweep with another rock of scissors win:: [19:55] << E> >> [19:55] CIC> ::Savant put her feet up on the table and laced her hands together over her stomach:: Nice and quiet. [19:55] SB>::smiles:: Okay then, the decision is made. [19:55] X4> ::nods and heads inside the prefab to inspect:: [19:55] X4> ::nods slowly:: That's possible, I suppose. We don't know what kind of capabilities the Jjaro established in this area. I suppose there could be holographic projectors all over the valle-- ::stops saying "valley" just as he gets it out, then changes it to:: area. [19:56] E> ::nods:: I didn't mean any disrespect though. And yes I know that you're always here, you've been more then a friend to me, even more then a brother at wich I never had any before. But sometimes, the awnser can only be found from our inside up. To wich I'd need to give it some...meditation that would say a vulcan. [19:56] X4> Admiral, Tuberider is running through her final systems check. She'll be ready to depart in an hour. [19:56] SB>+taps+ Somansky to Prescot. Alpha Lead and Alpha One are go for this mission. [19:56] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:56] Q> ::puts her hair into place, checks it in the mirror and brushes her uniform free of the few errant breakfast crumbs:: [19:56] *> ::traces several wires to their places ob the consol:: Err shouldnt be to hard [19:56] CIC> ::refrains from the cliche as he begins shuffling units around, moving a couple of marine vessels closer to Xanadu's location, but keeping them far enough away that they won't attract any undue attention:: [19:56] 7H> ::shakes his head slowly:: No, what I'm saying is...would you consider having dinner with me to be a good thing? [19:56] X4> ::nods at Bentall:: Thank you, Captain. That gives me a few more minutes to decide, at least. Contact General Ironside and ask him if he's confirmed some kind of Marine presence aboard. [19:56] E> ::smiles:: I understand. Sorry for asking the same old question all the time. [19:57] X4> I'm sure he's already considered it, but better safe than sorry. [19:57] 7H> ::shy smile:: That depends. Are you cooking? [19:57] ::moves to the Command chair and begins communicating through the open channel, but not over audio channels:: [19:57] X4> Yes sir. +taps+ Ironside from Bentall [19:57] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:57] 7H> Of course! [19:57] X4> ::amused:: Wouldn't do to have the ship captured out there. ::waves in the direction of the Fourth Chamber:: [19:57] X4> I'm not sure... that would.... hm. How to put it? That would feel different. I feel very.. localized.. in here. Like I actually have a body and am looking through eyes. [19:57] E> It's not as if it was offending me. Though, we should give us a day on the holodeck once. [19:57] CIC> +com+ Ironside, go. [19:57] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:57] CIC> you're about to be called, General. [19:57] SB>::goes back into the locker with Dex and Team 1 to dawn their flight suits:: [19:57] X4> So it's different from being projected? [19:57] +taps+ Thank you Alpha LEad. I will transmit the good news to the General now... ::Transmits the list of four pilots to the General:: [19:57] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:57] ::don them too:: [19:57] 7H> ::grin:: You name the time and place and I'll be there. [19:58] CIC> ::receives the list and looks over it as he waits for Bentall to speak:: [19:58] X4> +com+ General, the Admiral would like to know if you've put together a Marine team for the Tuberider as yet? They will be departing in a hour. [19:58] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:58] E> Yes a little holodeck R&R would be good. [19:58] ::appears to wait a moment for a response:: [19:58] X4> Well, the hologram seems normal, but i just don't know where the drivers are. I'm using a relative projection grid, not an absolute one. But... there aren't any sensors in here. I can't understand how i can s- oh, there it goes. Cant' see anything. [19:58] ::rotates the chair back towards his mug, giving it his full attention again as he takes another sip:: [19:58] X4> ::raises his eyebrows:: [19:59] 7H> Wonderful. Tonight at 7 at my secret kitchen? [19:59] X4> ::comes back out of the prefab:: I think we should have them install a magrail out here, too. Something that will allow us to cover the distance faster without using shuttle resources. [19:59] X4> ::Savant paused and blinked once:: There we are. I tend to lose contact with the driving devices if i look for them. [19:59] CIC> +com+ Four Spectre pilots have volunteered to bring their craft along, and the Wraith commanders have been chosen. Colonel Prescot will be bringing a platoon onboard when the vessel is ready to accomodate them. [19:59] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [19:59] X4> ::nods at Drexler, then points at the Tuberider:: Perhaps something like that on a smaller scale? [19:59] 7H> ::nods:: I'll be there with bells on. ::grins as she gets up and takes her plates over to the replicator to recyle them:: [20:00] X4> We have the greatest track in the universe a mere 45 kilometers over our heads. Seems a shame not to put it to use. [20:00] X4> +com+ Acknowledged General, I'd recommend moving them over now or as soon as possible so that they don't hold up the departure time. Bentall out. [20:00] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:00] X4> Relatively simple, as well, I imagine. [20:00] X4> Admiral, General Ironside reports the Marines are ready. I've suggested to him that they transfer over to the Tuberider as soon as possible. [20:00] ::looks over at the Commodore:: Comodore? I am leading a platoon of Marines personally on the Tuberider. my XO should be in contact with you soon [20:00] 7H> Bells? I thought you'd be wearing more then that. ::winks to show he's teasing and puts up his tray as well:: [20:00] ::appears amused for a moment, then types a response:: [20:00] E> ::nods:: And since I do not thing anyone up you have time to ask.. how are you doing ? ::smile:: [20:01] CIC> +taps+ Prescot, from Ironside. Grab your gear, Tuberider is departing in one hour. Have the pilot volunteers prep their craft for departure. [20:01] [CoroLCARS SOUND] [20:01] SB>::comes back out of the locker room with his team in tow:: [20:01] ::looks around the bridge, then stands up, places the mug in the replicator, cycles it, then walks back to his post:: (m) Next time I come up with the bright idea of taking a double-shift, I'm gonna hit myself. [20:01] >BRB> [20:01] X4> Perhaps, sir, but that would limit us to one vehicle operating at a time. ::glances up:: Have we determined the best, safest speed for vehicles on the singularity? [20:01] X4> ::nods at Bentall:: Very well. ::looks from Bentall to Drexler to Savant:: What's your impression, gentlemen? I have to admit to being sorely tempted to go on the first recon. [20:01] 7H> ::chuckles, with her usual Maiko grin:: Until then. ::heads out for the TL:: [20:01] Fast departure... ::sends out the messages to all involved in the tuberider project to prepare for the intial test:: [20:01] X4> ::smiles:: To be honest sir, I'd like to go along as well. [20:01] X4> But a million kilometers down the Chamber will increase our transmission delay to 6 seconds, and I probably won't be able to run the group from there. [20:01] ::nods firmly and closes the channel:: Colonel Prescot...are you prepared to take Command of this vessel? [20:01] E> I've been better and I've been far worse! ::smiles:: [20:01] X4> I'd feel remiss if I didn't go on it. We'll be the first ones through there [20:02] 7H> ::watches her leave, wipes off the table, and then heads out the door himself, whistling happily:: [20:02] E> I see. [20:02] Captain you are going on the Tuberider? [20:03] TL> Sickbay. [20:03] X4> In the pre-warp space age on Trill, strategic delays of several minutes weren't uncommon, and things worked well enough. [20:03] SB>::the two Alpha teams hop into their respective spectres and begin the startup sequence:: [20:03]