Protector 1/5

[8:29] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: \o

[9:00] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *The STAR TREK: PROTECTOR theme begins to play...*

[9:01] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *The camera pans around the Protector, already at high warp back into open space in the LMC. It zooms in on Tibs as he begins his opening log.*

[9:02] [DOIC] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Captain's Log, Stardate 95041.96. We are six days out from LMC-3020, whose planetary government has requested help from Starfleet. Starfleet would like to investigate as to whether the Dark may be >

[9:03] [DOIC] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: influencing their society. I'm sure we will find out either way as we seem to be experts in this sort of mission by this point. Asada out.

[9:03] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Wiebe] Steady as she goes, sir.

[9:04] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Good to know, Weeb.

[9:04] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran was at her activity table as per the usual.  She was scowling at her interface (again, as per the usual) as she reviewed the latest security reports.*

[9:05] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --Ezri monitors her console, occasionally glancing back at the Captain and Aloran to check to see if they are okay.--

[9:05] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Six days, huh? What's the status of our Slipstream drive?

[9:07] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Wiebe] Operational sir.

[9:07] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --she swivels around-- "Six days would give you a chance to rest after your unpleasant experience on Cardassia."

[9:07] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: *Tiberius drums his fingers on the arm rest.* There is no need for rest, Ensign.

[9:07] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: "if you say so sir."

[9:08] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Let's engage the Slipstream Drive. I don't feel like waiting.

[9:08] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "We literally just got back from leave, Ensign."  *Aloran grunted, not looking up.*

[9:08] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Set your corse, Weibe.

[9:08] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Kobay surveys the scene in engineering quietly, typing up something on a PADD.*

[9:08] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Wiebe] Aye sir.

[9:08] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --she looks at Ezri-- "I worry you might have trauma. Have you seen the counselor?"

[9:09] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: *Bore is now on his new console, the opposite end from Damian. He's working quietly.*

[9:09] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: **looks at Aloran

[9:09] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: *is somewhat confused by Ezri looking at herself*

[9:09] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Daniels] Stand by for slipstream...

[9:09] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Worry about your own damn counseling needs, Ensign."

[9:10] [DOIC2] Damian@the5of435: *Damian nods and begins to prep along with the others*

[9:10] [DOIC2] Nallie@Cuatela: *Nalie is at her usual spot. Her only acknowledgement to the order for slipstream is a single nod*

[9:10] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --she shrugs-- "I am glad to see you are acting normally."

[9:11] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran let out a sigh.*

[9:11] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -to Ezri- Let her work it out

[9:12] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Daniels] Ready. *She asys as she moves to her usual console next to Nalie.*

[9:12] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Wiebe] Ready to engage, sir.

[9:12] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Punch it! *he points dramatically at the screen*

[9:13] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --she nods--

[9:13] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "So what's the deal with these people we're meeting with, anyway?"

[9:13] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Charity looks back at him and shakes her head before ectivating the slipstream drive.*

[9:13] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -braces herself nonchalantly-

[9:14] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -deadpans to Aloran- This is an emergency Anthropology mission apparently

[9:14] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "So in other words, we don't know anything about them."

[9:14] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Oh, we do know some things about them.

[9:14] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: They have had prior contact with the Federation.

[9:14] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *The Protector leaps into a quantum field as it goes to slipstream.*

[9:15] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Assuming that went well if they're inviting us over."

[9:15] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: "it sounds like a trap."

[9:15] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: All the more logical to run into it

[9:15] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: We can't simply ignore requests for help.

[9:16] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Even if they might be a trap.

[9:16] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: "i am not sure that is how logic works."

[9:16] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -to Ezri- No, it is not

[9:16] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran shrugged.*  "I don't think anyone's saying we shouldn't see -why- they might want to set a trap, if it is one in the first place."

[9:17] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Daniels] Deflector is stable...quantum field is holding.

[9:17] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: What was the nature of their request if i may nquire Captain?

[9:18] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: It was a request for help because of civil unrest on the planet.

[9:18] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --glances back to make sure Aloran is okay.--

[9:18] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran catches Ezri glancing and -glares- back at her.*

[9:18] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -quirks a brow- We are to aid...due to internal unrest?

[9:18] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Oh, that was their request. Our orders are to determine if the Dark is influencing their society.

[9:19] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Daniels] Coming out of slipstream.

[9:19] [DOIC2] Damian@the5of435: *he slowly nods his head, glancing around the room*

[9:19] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --turns back to her station, with a smile on her face.--

[9:19] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: *Bore doesn't look up from his work.*

[9:20] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: "I wonder why they think the Dark is influencing thier society?"

[9:20] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Do we at least know what they call themselves?"

[9:21] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Xon.

[9:21] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: That's spelled with an Ecks, not a Zee.

[9:21] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *The Protector drops out of slipstream.*

[9:21] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Yeah, thanks for clearing that up."

[9:21] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: You're welcome Lieutenant.

[9:21] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Take us into orbit of the planet.

[9:21] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -checks to see what the intelligence info was on the race and which federation contacting them, as well as mission files-

[9:22] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Captain might i suggest we ...for the heck of..scan for possible starships in league with the Dark?

[9:22] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Wiebe] Yes sir.

[9:23] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "You know, might be a good idea any time we go anywhere, really."

[9:23] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Indications of a servent race presence....

[9:23] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Tactical, what's your report on this sector?

[9:23] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: One might think....-to Aloran-

[9:23] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran shrugged at V'Tira.*

[9:23] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -rubs the bridge of her nose-

[9:24] [DOIC2] Nallie@Cuatela: *stares blankly at her console*

[9:24] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Hunkler] They have a light planetary defense force...nothing else of note.

[9:24] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Kobay walks up behind her, remaining silent.*

[9:24] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --scans the local area.--

[9:24] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Again...i reccommend a scan of the system

[9:25] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Tactical, scan the system thoroughly.

[9:25] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Hunkler] Yes sir.

[9:25] [DOIC2] Damian@the5of435: *Damian clears his throat, seemingly a bit loud since their in the middle of the silent game*

[9:25] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: According to reports...there are two primary races on the planet. Through diplomatic exchanges...they have been identified as the Tarkavathi and the Asuri

[9:26] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Daniels] Wing slugs later? *Kobay says quietly.*

[9:26] [DOIC2] Damian@the5of435: theyre&

[9:26] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -continues checking the file-

[9:26] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --does science officer stuff.--

[9:27] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Two races, huh?  Let me guess, they don't get along?  Or one's subjugating the other?"

[9:27] [DOIC2] Nallie@Cuatela: *shrugs noncommittally*

[9:28] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: First contact was made by the USS Gungnir...we have little on the Asuri as they were not involved with the contact

[9:28] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: *Bore sighs and sends a couple of messages, namely to Dame, Kara and Daniels. They all say the same thing.* "We need to talk after the shift."

[9:29] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: The Tarkavathi are a reptillian race who appeared to be quite officious. It is they that control the planetary government

[9:29] [DOIC2] Damian@the5of435: *Dame doesn't even give the message a second glance, instead swiping it off his screen once it pops up*

[9:30] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: *scratches his chin as he ponders*

[9:30] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --shakes her head and mutters.-- "lizard people."

[9:31] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Kobay walks back over to her console, furrowing her brow as she looks up at the trio.*

[9:31] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: The contact went fairy by the book, their planetary defenses were not aggressive and basically ushered the starship out of the system with a polite request

[9:32] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: "Well that sounds promising."

[9:32] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Could be worse.

[9:32] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Daniels] Ensign Ristovski?

[9:32] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: *Bore looks up and turns his head to Daniels.* "Yeah, Lieutenant?"

[9:32] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: The Government is an Oligarchy in nature

[9:32] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Could be they needed time to work out how to bring down our starship defences," *Aloran muttered.*

[9:33] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Daniels] Is there something wrong?

[9:33] [DOIC2] Damian@the5of435: *he looks over at Daniels at this*

[9:34] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: "yeah they may have a new secret weapon they want to test out."

[9:34] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: "Not really." *Bore's eyes seem to be saying the exact opposite.*

[9:34] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Hunkler] Sir...I have completed my scan...nothing further to report.

[9:35] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Excellent.

[9:35] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Kobay glances over at Nalie, then back to Bore.* I see. Is there any particular reason you cannot fulfill your duties at this time?

[9:35] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Open a channel to planetary command.

[9:35] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: "I am scanning for know energy signatures for dark entities."

[9:35] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] Channel is open, sir.

[9:35] [DOIC2] Damian@the5of435: *Dame refrains from opening his mouth at this moment*

[9:36] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: *He shakes his head.* "I am fit to perform my duties, as always."

[9:36] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -to Hunkler No sensor echos or footprints of prior visits by any other race or unknown traces in system

[9:37] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: This is Lt. Commander Asada of the Federation Starship Protector.

[9:38] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Hunkler] There are multiple warp trails ma'am...one of them Federation, the rest I cannot identify.

[9:38] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Daniels] Good.

[9:39] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: We are honored that you would reach out to us. Please tell me what's going on.

[9:39] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -to Hunkler- Catalogue them for me...such will help later. We are still very new out here and have far too much to learn

[9:39] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *The viewscreen flickers to life as a reptillian with two horns on his head appearss on the sscreen.*

[9:39] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --she glances toward the screen to see just how hideous these lizard people are.--

[9:39] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Alien] Greetings...you heard our call?

[9:40] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: *Bore seems confused as to her line of questioning, but turns to his screen once more.*

[9:41] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -sends a text message-

[9:41] [DOIC2] Damian@the5of435: *he shakes his head lightly, returning his attention back on his console*

[9:41] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: We have.

[9:41] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --she quickly turns away, repulsed by the hideous visage of the horned lizard being.--

[9:42] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -quirks a brow-

[9:42] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Alien] Excellent. *The reptile bows his head slightly.* I am Korol...I speak for the planet of Xoa. We are delighted to welcome you to our home.

[9:42] [DOIC2] Nallie@Cuatela: *twitches slightly and taps at her console*

[9:42] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Thank you for your hospitality, Korol.

[9:42] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Kobay leans over to Nalie.* Something's up...those two haven't said a word to each other.

[9:43] [DOIC2] Nallie@Cuatela: -txt- Plenty of people in Engineering. Couldn't be alone if I tried.

[9:43] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran scowled at her console.*

[9:43] [DOIC2] Nallie@Cuatela: *glances over at Kobay* Better than starting a fight while on duty.

[9:44] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Korol] We asked for your help...we were able to study what the...Gun-g-ir...provided us on your people and your way.

[9:44] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -responds as she listens to the exchange-

[9:45] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Ahhh really?

[9:46] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Korol] You are known as those who help others without bantering for it. We have little to offer you since our unrest began.

[9:46] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *bartering

[9:47] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Daniels] You think they'd do that?

[9:47] [DOIC2] Nallie@Cuatela: *shrugs*

[9:51] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Korol] Tib...erius?

[9:51] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran checked to see if Tibs' plug fell out of the wall socket.*

[9:51] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Kobay furrows her brow.*

[9:52] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: What do you suspect may be the cause of your unrest?

[9:53] [DOIC2] Damian@the5of435: *he rubs the back of his neck as he works on in silence*

[9:53] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Korol] FOr a very long time, the Asuri and our people coexisted peacefully. They were our...great thinkers, builders, fighters...they were our equals.

[9:55] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Korol] However, there were those among them who began to sow dissent...we allowed this at first as they have a right to unhappiness as well as happiness, but when they began to advocate violence...we

[9:55] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: acted.

[9:55] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Ahhh, I sse.

[9:55] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: We could use any historical records you have on the subject.

[9:56] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran raised her eyebrows.*

[9:56] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *The reptile lowers his head again.* We will provide you with anything you need...but right now our pressing need is not the unrest...but the results of it. We have an extremely limited force of think

[9:56] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: You should know that it is not the policy of the Federation to interfere in the internal politics of a planet.

[9:57] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: thinkers and builders...we use projections into the skies to protect our cities from the natural horrors the thinkers said could return.

[9:57] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -quirks a brow at this-

[9:58] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Korol] We have read your policies and your laws...we do not wish any violations. We do not need you to fight alongside our warriors...but aid our thinkers and builders.

[9:58] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran tapped out a quick message to be sent to Tibs' chair.*

[9:58] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: We can investigate the situation and make a neutral report.

[9:59] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Korol] We welcome anything you can provide, Tib-erius.

[9:59] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: How did the violence flare up initially?

[9:59] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Korol] The Asuri's dissenters encourged it...they believed violence was the only way for them to succeed.

[10:00] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Oh really?

[10:00] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *The reptilian nods.*

[10:01] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Why did they think that?

[10:01] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Succeed in what endeavour?

[10:01] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Korol] They wished to take control of the planet.

[10:02] [DOIC2] Nallie@Cuatela: *taps at her console some more*

[10:02] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *The screen shakes slightly for a moment.*

[10:04] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *The reptilian looks unphased.*

[10:04] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: "i am detecting seismic activity on the planet near the source of the signal. from a magnitude 4.5 quake."

[10:05] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: I want a full geologic scan on that, Ms. Tegan.

[10:05] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Question.  You keep referring to them in the past tense.  Just how far has this... unrest gone?"

[10:06] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --she shrugs-- "right away sir. with or without techtonic plate mapping sir?"

[10:06] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: A very logical question

[10:06] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Korol] They now occupy three of our cities.

[10:08] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran nodded at that.*

[10:08] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Daniels] Mister Snow?

[10:08] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Full plate mapping on that one.

[10:08] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -taps soemthing into her console as she listens to the exchange-

[10:08] [DOIC2] Damian@the5of435: Yeah?

[10:09] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --quietly does her geologic scan.--

[10:10] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Daniels] I believe the torque sensors are out of alignment...can you take Mister Ristovski and realign them?

[10:10] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *She glanced at Tiberius, then back at the screen.*  "And have they given you any explanation as to why they thought they should be the ones in charge of your planet?  A manifesto or statement?"

[10:10] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: And who is their representative?

[10:11] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: *Bore closes his eyes, mentally bracing himself for the most awkward repair of his life.*

[10:11] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Ms. Tegan, make sure to virtualize the scan buffer.

[10:11] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: *gives Ezri a teamwork)

[10:11] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: You get a better resolution if you virtualize the scan buffer.

[10:11] [DOIC2] Damian@the5of435: *he stares at Daniels for what seemed like an eternity* Can I take Ervie instead?

[10:11] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --she give Tibs a curious look.--

[10:12] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: *Tib slowly nods at her.*

[10:12] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Korol] We do not know.

[10:12] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: "I am reading rather constant seismic activity on the planet. All over the planet. it seems very geolically active."

[10:12] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Daniels] Those are your orders.

[10:12] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: You don't know who their representative is?

[10:13] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *She tilted her head to the side like a puppy who just saw the ball vanish from reality behind someone's back.*

[10:13] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: *Bore goes to take his tools, shooting Kobay a quick glance, not blaming, more curious.*

[10:13] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Korol] They do not seek dialogue until the demands in their declaration have been fulfilled.

[10:13] [DOIC2] Damian@the5of435: *Dame remains quiet, picking up his repair kit and heading out to realign the sensors*

[10:14] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Ezri..cross index with the recent Sentinel mssion to LMC 2034..see if the sesmic results are similar to the destablizing attacks made ont he surface of LMC 2034 III

[10:14] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: *Bore follows, just as quiet.*

[10:14] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --she leans closer to V'Tira.-- "I bet they killed them all." --she whispers.--

[10:15] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -quietly to Ezri- an intriquing hypothesis

[10:15] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "...Well, that counts for a statement," *Aloran muttered.*

[10:16] [DOIC4] Damian@the5of435: *after arriving at the designated area he begins to silently align the sensor*

[10:16] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --she turns back to her console. starts comparing the scans of the geologic activity to records from LMC 2034.--

[10:16] [DOIC4] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: *Bore does his part.*

[10:16] [DOIC4] Damian@the5of435: *after arriving at the designated area he begins to silently align the sensor*

[10:17] [DOIC4] Damian@the5of435: (ignore)

[10:17] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: "I am not seeing any indication that these quakes are anything other than natural in origin."

[10:18] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -nods- The attacks on LMC 2034...were of the Dark's servents.i was of course asking to see if this was similar,,wouldve been proof of outside interference

[10:18] [DOIC4] Damian@the5of435: *he sighs, making the necessary changes to complete the realignment*

[10:19] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Did you virtualize the scan buffer?

[10:19] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Can you... send me a copy of their most recent decalaration?

[10:19] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: ---she groans-- "yes sir, I did."

[10:19] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Excellent.

[10:19] [DOIC2] Nallie@Cuatela: -text- no need to be polite, but appreciated nonetheless

[10:19] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Korol] Of course...anything you need, Tib-erius.

[10:20] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Well. We will commence our investigation and contact you if we need further information.

[10:20] [DOIC4] Damian@the5of435: *he glances up at Bore while he continues his realigning of the sensors*

[10:21] [DOIC4] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: *Bore is focused on his work. Even if he has caught the glance, he has no reaction.*

[10:22] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Korol] Thank you...we look forward to any assistance you can provide.

[10:22] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *He bows his head once more.*

[10:22] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --she looks at V'Tira.-- "There is one curiosity near the source of the transmission. The quakes in that are seem to occur at regular intervals."

[10:23] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: *Tib bows his head.* Asada out.

[10:23] [DOIC4] Damian@the5of435: I'm done here. *he double checks his work before closing up and cleaning up his own tools*

[10:23] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: That seems very curious indeed...can we get a time period goelogically when those specfic quakes began? perhaps they correalate to the recent attacks?

[10:24] [DOIC4] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: *Bore nods and picks up his tools.* "So am I." *He turns to leave.*

[10:25] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *The viewscreen returns to a view of the planet.*

[10:25] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Anyone else reminded of a guy who's trying to avoid bringing up the collision history of the shuttle he's trying to pawn off on you?" *Aloran grunted as the channel closed.*

[10:26] [DOIC2] Damian@the5of435: *Dame reenters engineering and makes his way back to his solo console* All done lieutenant.

[10:26] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Or beach front property in a desert region...

[10:26] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: *Bore goes back to his console.*

[10:26] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Glad I'm not the only one then.  He's omitting something.  Something big."

[10:27] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: I find it curious.that there are no 'thinkers' in their current government leadership

[10:27] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] I only saw...the eyes of a desperate man...I do not believe they wished to contact us.

[10:27] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: "I am not sure I can give you a precise time frame for when the seismic activity began. I would need historical data that has not been made available to me at this time."

[10:27] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "They may not have wanted to, sure, but why's that?  What did they do to start this?"

[10:27] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -to Baker- Desperation is an extreme emotional state..often yeilds to actions of illogic and irrationality Catherine

[10:27] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Daniels] Thank you Ensigns.

[10:28] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Or, rather, what did they do to try and stop this?"

[10:28] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: *Nods to Daniels, then returning his attention to his screen.*

[10:28] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Cathy looks over to V'Tira.* He seemed rather...contrite.

[10:28] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Or why they were not equal partners in the government to begin with

[10:28] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: I'm sure they deem themselves to be justified, as is tradition.

[10:29] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: He said that they were....but why the sudden push to assume total control

[10:30] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] That is most curious...and I'd imagine a reason to suspect interference.

[10:30] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: "yeah I am pretty sure there are probaly a bunch of Asuri bodies down there. Probably just off camera."

[10:30] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Could be the Dark like they assume, but it could also be pretty damn easy to point to the Dark as a scapegoat around here.  Anyway, we should listen to their declaration.  See exactly what it is...

[10:30] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: they're planning to get out of this."

[10:30] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: The total amount of information we are lacking here...is nothing less than astounding

[10:31] [DOIC2] Damian@the5of435: *he glances back at Nalie while the silent game continues*

[10:31] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Yes... let's play back their declaration.

[10:31] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Curious...scapegoating was not a theory i had considered

[10:31] [DOIC2] Nallie@Cuatela: *doesn't seem to notice. She's too busy staring blankly at her console*

[10:31] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -nods to Aloran at this-

[10:31] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Ms. Tegan, do you know anything on the subject of false flag operations?

[10:31] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: "Do you think they would mind if I hacked into thier government computers?"

[10:31] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran shrugged back at V'Tira.*

[10:32] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Let's not take that step just yet.

[10:32] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Perhaps an indepth scan of the cities under control of the Asuri

[10:33] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -quirks a brow as she reads the manifesto of the Asuri-

[10:33] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --she nods-- "i can look up on KNowledgebatttle dot com to see if there is anything regarding this incident."

[10:34] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "...Tegan."

[10:34] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Kobay sighs in frustration before speaking.* How was your holiday...Mister Snow?

[10:34] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --she looks at Aloran-- "Yes?"

[10:34] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: They are currently demanding the complete dissolution of the current goverment. Wih the leaders responsible for 'Asrui Servitude' to be tried for their 'crimes'

[10:34] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Ahhh.

[10:34] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran shot her a filthy look.*  "Never mention that nonsense when you're on-duty."

[10:35] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Was that declaration sent by any specific person, city, or anything of that nature?

[10:35] [DOIC2] Damian@the5of435: *he shrugs* Met some nice people, had a good time..

[10:35] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --gives Aloran a confused look.-- "um okay."

[10:36] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -checks the declarion fle for more details-

[10:36] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: The Declarion was signed by no less than fifty six Asurians

[10:37] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Hmm hmm hmm.

[10:37] [DOIC2] Damian@the5of435: *he shrugs again* How was yours?

[10:37] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: No known source location for the Asurian Declaration

[10:37] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Daniels] Relaxing...the Citadel holodeck is surprisingly robust.

[10:38] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Maybe try sending out hails on all frequencies to the occupied cities and see if anyone picks up?"

[10:38] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran shrugged.*

[10:38] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --she nods-- "that is a good idea."

[10:39] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "I'd sure like to get the other side of the story before we do anything around here."

[10:39] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: The transmission eminated from all three Asrui occupied cities simaltaniously

[10:39] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Well... try all of them?"

[10:39] [DOIC2] Damian@the5of435: That's good to hear..I'm glad.. *he nods firmly once and returns back to his screen*

[10:39] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: I do not disagree Aloran

[10:40] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Cathy looks back to them, nodding in agreement.*

[10:40] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --she scans the Asrui occupied cities for life signs.--

[10:40] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Open up general hailing frequencies directed toward tha larget Asrui cit.y

[10:41] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] Open, sir.

[10:41] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Daniels] And Mister Ristovski?

[10:42] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: "Saw some friends, spent some time on the holodeck... nothing too different from any leave, really."

[10:42] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: "Well I am picking up Asuri life signs, so that disproves the genocide hypothesis."

[10:42] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Greetings, this is Lieutenant Commander Asada of the United Federation of Planets. We come in peace. Please acknowledge our transmission.

[10:43] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *The viewscreen flickers to life, and a humanoid appears on the screen, bald with ridges where you would expect hair. He doesn't appear happy.* What do you want?

[10:44] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Hello! Are you a representative of the group called the Asuri?

[10:45] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Behind him there appear to be other similar looking humanoids in what might be perceived as a command center of some kind.*

[10:45] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Alien] I am Asuri...what of it?

[10:45] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *The ridgenose regarded the ridgehead warily.*

[10:46] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Daniels] I did the same.

[10:46] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *She glances over at Nalie.*

[10:47] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: I'm happy to introduce myself as a representative of the UFOP, a voluntary association of almost two hundred planets.

[10:48] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -to Ezri- What of the Tarkavathi in those cities?

[10:48] [DOIC2] Damian@the5of435: *He too glances at Nalie*

[10:48] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: We are conducting an inquest of anthropological interest in this sector and I was hoping to hear more about your recent troubles with the Tarkavathi.

[10:48] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: *So does Bore.*

[10:48] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Asuri] We have been monitoring your transmissions...we know you intend to assist the occupiers. Why are you wasting my time, Commander?

[10:49] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --she looks at V'Tira-- "My scans show they are alive."

[10:49] [DOIC2] Nalie@Cuatela: *continues staring at her console*

[10:49] [DOIC2] Damian@the5of435: Nalie?

[10:49] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -nods to her at this-

[10:49] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: If you've been monitoring our transmissions, then you must have heard when I explained that it was not the policy of the Federation to take sides in internal matters.

[10:49] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Daniels] Did manage to get this one to the Citadel some.

[10:49] [DOIC2] Nalie@Cuatela: Yes, Mister Snow?

[10:50] [DOIC2] Damian@the5of435: HOw.. was your holiday break?

[10:50] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Asuri] Oh yes...and then the occupiers so politely explained to you how it would not violate your laws in any way, and how they miss their thinkers and builders.

[10:50] [DOIC2] Nalie@Cuatela: Uneventful.

[10:50] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: We have not rendered aid in any sense to them.

[10:51] [DOIC2] Damian@the5of435: Awesome...

[10:51] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: We've only heard them out, as I would love to do for you.

[10:51] [DOIC2] Damian@the5of435: Kara?

[10:51] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --she folds her arm-- "yeah the thinkers are never appreciated." --she mutters.--

[10:51] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran eyed Ezri unappreciatively.*

[10:52] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Asuri] We seek freedom for our people and the means to rule ourselves. We are not interested in negiotation until the occupiers act on our Declaration of Freedom.

[10:52] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Were you in a condition of slavery?

[10:52] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Dalby] Yes Dam?

[10:52] [DOIC2] Damian@the5of435: How was yur break aside from.. you know..the thing?

[10:53] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -leans in to quietly whisper to Ezri-

[10:53] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Asuri] That depends on who you ask. The elite among us did the work they speak of, thinking and building their civilization to what it is...but those of lesser means were reduced to a menial existenc

[10:53] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: existence.

[10:53] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Ah, I see. A caste system had developed, which placed you on the bottom.

[10:54] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -returns to her console-

[10:54] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --turns and give V'Tira a curious stare.--

[10:54] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Asuri] Some of us, yes. Some of us managed to rise above certain occupiers...but not those who govern.

[10:55] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Hmm. I see.

[10:55] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Dalby] The thing...where I was knocked out cold...again? *She smirks.*

[10:55] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --she runs what she said through the universal translator.--

[10:55] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: *Bore shakes his head at that, obviously feeling guilty about the whole thing.*

[10:56] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: And the only outcome you'd accept is total dissolution of the government as it stands?

[10:56] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Dalby] Other than the headache it was wonderful.

[10:57] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: (( brb 1 sec

[10:57] [DOIC2] Damian@the5of435: *he furrows his brow slightly* Uhm.. cool.

[10:57] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Asuri] We have made our demands clear...as you already know because they transmitted our declaration to you. *He folds his arms.* What is your angle, Commander? What do you want from us?

[10:59] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: *Bore blinks several times, looking at a message on his console.* "Uh."

[11:00] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: (( back

[11:00] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran shrugged.*  "Sounds valid to me."

[11:00] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: I'm interested to know if some other resolution can be reached.

[11:01] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Asuri] Why?

[11:01] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Is a two-state solution on the table?

[11:01] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: I'm personally invested in peace across all galaxies.

[11:01] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *The Asuri looks back at several others in the command center. They turn away from the camera and have a huddled discussion.*

[11:02] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Daniels] Ensign? Something wrong?

[11:02] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: *Bore quickly minimizes what he was looking at.* "Um. Nope."

[11:02] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: *contemplates galactic peace*

[11:03] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *After a few moments, he turns back to Tibs.* The Asuri Confederacy would only accept a...two...governed...solution if the current occupiers were tried for their crimes, and any Asuri currently in occ

[11:04] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: occupier territory were allowed a right of return to Confederacy territory.

[11:04] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Hmmm. I see. Let me bring this back to the government and I will report back to you.

[11:05] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Asuri] There would be other terms required for negiotation...but unless those are agreed we will not speak to anyone.

[11:06] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Naturally. I will make sure this is clear to them.

[11:07] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: I will now confer with their leadership and reestablish communications with you soon.

[11:07] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Asada out.

[11:07] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Asuri] Perhaps I misjudged you, Commander. *He says as the screen cuts out to the planet once again.*

[11:07] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Guess we're playing intermediaries today."

[11:08] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: "This is so totally an internal matter."

[11:08] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: *Tib rubs his hands together.* Alright, how to phrase this.

[11:08] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] It is...and yet...they are desperately in need of a mediator.

[11:08] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "'They're breaking up with you?'"

[11:08] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: "I am sure Starfleet has someone on call."

[11:09] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: I agree with Ezri thus far....inclusive of her use of the word 'so'

[11:09] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: *Bore opens whatever it is he has on his console and chuckles, happy to see his reference was caught.*

[11:09] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] Did you hear him at the end? I think the captain may have gotten through to him in some way.

[11:09] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Well, we may as well bring them their message and then tell them we can't do much else."

[11:10] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Let's give this a shot. Open a channel to the government.

[11:10] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: This is LTMCDR Asada of the Starship Protector.

[11:11] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *The face of Korol, the reptilian appears on the screen again.* Tib-erius...we are pleased to hear from you again.

[11:11] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -adding to Aloran's comment to Tibs- Assure the Tarkavathi that the Asuri have told us it is the Asuri not..the Tarkavathi

[11:11] [DOIC2] Damian@the5of435: *he glances over his shoulder at Bore's way breifly before getting back to work*

[11:11] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Even though it's totally the Tarkavathi..." *She muttered.*

[11:11] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --she gives the lizard oppressor a disapproving look.--

[11:12] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: *smiles at the lizard* I've spoken with the Asuri. They've fairly adamant on their demands, as you know, but they are willing to consider a two-state solution with some conditions.

[11:13] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: It might be worth hearing out!

[11:13] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Korol] You were able to...speak with them...and have them listen?

[11:15] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Yes!

[11:15] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: I think they are willing to come to the table if you are.

[11:15] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Korol] Were you able to...negiotate down their demands?

[11:16] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: I'm not negotiating in favor of anyone. I'm only exploring possible options for a peaceable resolution.

[11:17] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Korol] *The reptilian lowers his head.* Tib-erius...you must understand...when they want us tried for their crimes...the speakers among them advocated for a violent overthrowing of our government...r

[11:17] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: resulting in executions.

[11:17] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: *Bore keeps on smiling at his console, typing something away.*

[11:18] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: It's an all-too-familiar cycle, Korol. A cycle that can all-too-easily spiral out of control.

[11:19] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Korol] *He raises his head to look at Tibs.* How can you negiotate with an enemy...when they have a weapon pointed at you and no intention of lowering it?

[11:20] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: I think they'd say the same if they were there.

[11:20] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Korol] Then now you truly understand the state of our impasse.

[11:20] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: This can de-escalate. Someone needs to make the first move.

[11:21] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Korol] May I inquire something of you, Tib-erius?

[11:22] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Go ahead.

[11:22] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Korol] You are a...,leader, of people on a ship...yes?

[11:23] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: That is correct, Korol.

[11:24] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Korol] Do you have power...authority in your...Federation?

[11:24] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --she looks at Tibs at that one.--

[11:25] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Some amount of it, at least on this vessel.

[11:26] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: How does this information help you?

[11:27] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Korol] I ask...because I believe I can convince the council to agree to this...but we would require a permanent Federation fixture on the planet during negiotations. An sssuration that they begin and

[11:27] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: continue in good faith.

[11:27] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran frowned slightly.*

[11:28] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Korol] A...talker and a thinker...a peacemaker.

[11:28] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: I can have a diplomat stationed here to try to resolve the matter further.

[11:29] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Korol bows his head to Tibs.* Tib-erius...if this is a success...the Tarkavathi are owed of you a great debt.

[11:30] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: The best way to repay that debt is to make an honest attempt toward peace.

[11:31] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *He nods to Tibs.* That has been our desire since the beginning...but their demands meant the council would never make the attempt.

[11:31] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: I understand and I will communicate that to them.

[11:32] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: I think we've made some great progress today. I will determine if the Asrui would also agree to a Federation diplomat being stationed on-world.

[11:33] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Korol] Thank you Tib-erius.

[11:34] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Thank /you/, Korol. Asada out.

[11:34] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Korol's head is bowed as the view of the planet is once again displaye.d*

[11:35] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Now to see if they agree. Open a channel to the Asuri.

[11:36] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *A channel is open, and the viewscreen is filled with the face of an Asuri, but it is clearly a different one.*

[11:36] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Asuri] What do you want?

[11:37] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: I think we're making good progress toward exploring a peaceful resolution. Would you agree to a further diplomatic presence by the Federation to see if this could really be a possibility?

[11:37] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -quirks a brow at this-

[11:37] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Asuri] Progress? What are you talking about?

[11:37] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: (( lol I missed that last part

[11:37] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: (( about it being a different Asuri, sorry I'm like passing out haha

[11:38] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: (its alright wrapping up soon!)

[11:38] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: This is LTCMDR Asada of the Federation Starship Protector.

[11:39] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Asuri] I see...and what do you want?

[11:39] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: *to Baker* There may be some confusion, is this the same channel?

[11:40] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] Yes sir...we broadcasts on all frequencies as before as they obsfucated the source.

[11:41] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "We should've asked for their frequency," *Aloran muttered.*  "...And probably their leader's name."

[11:42] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Asada out.

[11:42] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Details....Details...

[11:42] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *The viewscreen cuts out a very confused and irritated Asuri.*(

[11:42] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: (( There was supposed to be one line before that lol

[11:42] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: There seems to be some confusion on our end. We will reestablish communications soon.

[11:42] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *The Asuri nods and looks confused as it cuts iout.*

[11:43] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: They clearly have no one leader or leadership group.

[11:43] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -leans over and whispers to Ezri-

[11:43] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Seems unlikely they'd be able to take over three cities without some form of organisation."

[11:43] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -returns to her console-

[11:43] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] It appears so...or so stretched out there is no easy point of contact.

[11:43] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: I think the best we can do is make the referral to the Starfleet Diplomatic Corps.

[11:44] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --blinks several times, then looks at V'Tira confused.-- "wouldn't that just be water?"

[11:44] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Perhaps that was just the person who answers the hails..who was in thebathroom last time forcing his leader to answer

[11:44] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: I don't think the Dark is involved in this situation.

[11:44] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Nothing we can do here without breaking the Prime Directive," *Aloran nodded.*

[11:44] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -looks to Ezri- Yes

[11:45] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Well, there isn't a total non-interference policy in place. They have requested some form of dispute resolution.

[11:45] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] As I said before...the situation is crying out for a mediator...Korol practically begged for one.

[11:45] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: We can accomodate that.

[11:45] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: If both sides agree to it

[11:45] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Well yeah... I meant us, in this particular moment in time."

[11:45] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: There may not be another side, so to speak, in this case.

[11:45] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: "I think the situation is more complicated. I suspect the Asuri have some sort of seismic weapon."

[11:45] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Someone took over three of the cities down there

[11:46] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: I concur wth Ezri..Korels comment bore that out as well

[11:46] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: You think the Asuri are deliberately causing that seismic activity?

[11:46] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "But they have to live on that planet, too.  They'd be screwing themselves over just as badly."

[11:47] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Fantasism has often had its history dotted with sacrifice Lieutenant -to Aloran-

[11:47] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --she frowns-- "That would be the imlications of my statement."

[11:48] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran frowned at that, crossing her arms.*

[11:48] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] Perhaps...the Asuri are just...inexperienced at what they are doing? Warfare, negiotating, managing an occupied territory...

[11:49] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: They seem to have very little organization down there.

[11:49] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: It is going to be difficult to tell about the Asuri if we do not locate any leadership amongst them

[11:50] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: "we could beam a team down. When they take us prisoner they will no doubt take us before their leaders."

[11:50] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: That's one option.

[11:50] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: But lets make that a Plan B.

[11:50] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Cathy looks over at Ezri like she is insane.*

[11:50] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: "Assuming they don't kill us outright."

[11:50] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: (( It's not a bad idea

[11:50] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "They were subjugated by the Tarkavathi, if they were telling it true.  They're probably not used to being organised by their own people."  *She then blinked and stared at Ezri.*

[11:51] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Yeah, are you volunteering for that?  Or assuming me and my team will be the ones offered up?" *she growled.*

[11:52] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --Gets real quiet when Aloran asks if she is volunteering.--

[11:52] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Yeah, I figured."

[11:52] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: "what? I only think up the plans."

[11:53] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: I will go if need be

[11:53] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Maybe something a little less cavalier with your crewmates' lives next time?"

[11:53] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Cathy looks over at V'Tira like she is super crazy.*

[11:53] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: "I am not above going. I just don't want to have to negotiate."

[11:53] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: It is...not entirely without its logic

[11:53] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: and I would not mind going

[11:53] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran covered her face with her hand.*

[11:54] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] Why don't we just...ask for someone for a negiotiator to talk to?

[11:54] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Yeah that works. Open a channel.

[11:54] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] Channel open, sir.

[11:55] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -to Ezri- It was not an overly ...bad...plan Ezri

[11:55] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --smiles in a self satisfied sort of way.--

[11:55] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Hello, this is LTCMDR Asada of the Federation Starship Protector.

[11:55] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran did not look impressed.*

[11:56] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *The viewscreen flickers to life, and yet another Asuri appears on the screen.* What do you want?

[11:57] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --she looks at V'Tira.-- "I am sure I could do better if I put more thought into it."

[11:57] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Hello! Do you have a representative of your people that I could speak with?

[11:57] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -nods- Or any for that matter

[11:57] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --she nods--

[11:58] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --she leans over to V'Tira and whispers.-- "I think Aloran liked the idea."

[11:58] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Asuri] We speak for ourselves...any who signed the Declaration speak for the movement.

[11:59] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -nods- Oh I believe it affected her a great deal...and she has a very strong opinion on it

[11:59] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Reallllly?

[11:59] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Asuri] Who do you wish to speak with?

[12:00] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --she nods-, then whispers back-- "she has a lot of strong opinions."

[12:00] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: *Tib pulls up the photo of the person he was speaking to before.*

[12:00] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Do you recognize this person as one of your leaders?

[12:00] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -nods- That is beyond a doubt....but you have defnitely left an impression with her

[12:00] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Asuri] Ah...yes. Just a moment.

[12:00] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *The viewscreen flickers for a moment until the original Asuri appears on the viewscreen.*

[12:00] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --she smiles proudly at that.-- "You think so?"

[12:00] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran looked like she wanted to leave an impression of their faces in their consoles.*

[12:01] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Ahh, hello my friend. I should really get your specific communication frequency.

[12:01] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -nods- Oh Yes indeed..beyond a doubt

[12:01] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Asuri] Commander. We do not provide such things for security purposes...however, my name is Nebeer.

[12:02] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran muttered under her breath,* "I need nebeer right around now..."

[12:02] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: That works for me.

[12:02] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Say, it sounds like they're fairly agreeable to the possibility of a resolution. Would you allow a continued Federation diplomatic presence here, purely to see if a settlement can be resolved?

[12:03] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Nebeer] A diplomatic presence?

[12:03] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: An impartial, neutral third party who can help you try to broker a peace deal.

[12:03] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: They have already requested such an individual, but I need the consent of both sides before I can ask Starfleet to send a diplomat.

[12:04] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *The Asuri seems to ponder this for a moment. He then turns back again, and huddles with a group of Asuri. After discussing it briefly, he turns back to Tibs.*

[12:04] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -mouthes the word 'Embassy' to Tibs-

[12:04] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: *gives the thumbs up to V'Tira*

[12:04] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Asuri] The Asuri Confederacy accepts your offer of a diplomat as long as the occupiers agree to our terms.

[12:04] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -'finger guns' him back-

[12:04] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Which terms, specifically?

[12:06] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Asuri] The terms outlined in our declaration...minus the immediate dissolution of their government, given your proposal.

[12:06] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Nebeer

[12:07] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Would you stop that seismic activity in the meantime?

[12:07] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Nebeer] We will cease any current hostile operations.

[12:07] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -looks to Ezri as if to say 'we nailed that one too'-

[12:08] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Excellent.

[12:08] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Thank you!

[12:08] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Our diplomats will be getting in touch with you shortly.

[12:08] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --nods all sage like to V'Tira.--

[12:09] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Thank you again for taking this important first step. Asada out.

[12:09] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Nebeer] You are welcome, Commander. *The viewscreen cuts out.*

[12:09] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Is this not where a flaeet of hostiles uncloaks and begins shooting at us?

[12:10] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Well, it looks like we've kept the peace until the Diplomatic Corps can send out some weirdo in a goatee.

[12:10] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "They don't -always- have a goatee."

[12:10] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: They almost always do.

[12:10] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "...Fair point."

[12:10] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] All things oncsidered sir...I thought you did a good job.

[12:11] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Thank you, Baker, that's appreciated.

[12:11] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Still No fleet....

[12:11] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Surprisingly, no fleet decloaks to crush the Protector.*

[12:11] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: *looks anxiously into the camera*

[12:12] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --relaxes in her seat as she realizes there will be no enemy fleet decloaking.--

[12:12] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Hey, we managed to resolve the situation without shooting someone for once. Amazing.

[12:12] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: ...no fleet?

[12:13] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: No darkspawn monsters...

[12:13] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: I'm reasonably sure there's no fleet out there.

[12:13] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Hunkler] No fleet ma'am...

[12:13] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Sure Command's sending the commendation now," *Aloran sighed.*

[12:13] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: "that went well sir. I am sure Starfleet will be impressed."

[12:13] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -quirks a brow-

[12:13] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Impresssed we did not invade this time?

[12:13] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: "You think maybe you will make Commander?"

[12:14] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Not unless we pick up some whales on the way back to Starbase.

[12:14] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] ...whales, sir?

[12:14] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Maybe the Asurians have a whale drive in

[12:15] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --looks confused.-- "we could do that sir. storing them may be a problem."

[12:15] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: We could order a dolphin meal deal..and then super size it

[12:15] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran rubbed her face.*

[12:15] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Works for me.

[12:15] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: "I am sure the engineers could rig up a tank in one of the storage bays."

[12:15] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Baker, would you kindly refer this file to the Starfleet Diplomatic Corps?

[12:16] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Cargo bay One could be made suitable for water based mammalan transport Exri

[12:16] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Ezri*

[12:16] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --nods confidently.--

[12:16] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] Aye sir.

[12:16] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Prophets, we're not going to be picking up any space whales!"

[12:16] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Why..we could just tow one of those back Aloran

[12:17] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: using the ships tractor beam

[12:17] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *She suppressed the urge to bash her face into her activity table.*

[12:17] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --she looks at V'Tira-- "I think that would be unpleasant for the whale."

[12:17] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: *turns to Aloran* Let's not rule out any possibilities.

[12:17] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: If Starfleet wants whale, they're gettin' whales.

[12:18] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Cathy shakes her head.*

[12:18] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: But they don't want whales, so we're not going to be delivering them.

[12:18] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran checked the chronometer to see how much longer she would have to be around these people.*

[12:18] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Well not if we gained the space wahles cooperation Ezri

[12:18] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: whale's*

[12:18] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: "what is a whale?"

[12:19] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: A truly deep philophica question Ezri..what indeed is exactly a whale

[12:19] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "...It's a gigantic fish."

[12:19] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: "Can it be anything roughly whale like?"

[12:19] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -to Aloran- ...mammal

[12:20] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Gigantic..mammal

[12:20] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Does it really matter?"

[12:20] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: *Tiberius looks anxiously into the camera.*

[12:20] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Another good philosphical question Aloran..does it matter indeed?

[12:20] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: DO whales...matter...? Curious

[12:20] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: *raises his eyebrows toward the camera as he waits for credits to roll :P*

[12:20] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: --beep boops on her console.--

[12:21] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: (( Aka are we gonna get ambushed :P

[12:21] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: (( I'm not totally ruling out the ambush until the credits roll rofl

[12:21] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *The credits roll into a social...no ambush for Tibs today.*

[12:21] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: (( WOOHOO

[12:21] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Should be beta watch soon, yeah?"

[12:21] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: *Tiberius stands up.* Beta watch is now on rotation.

[12:22] [DOIC1] Ezri Tegan@Demoncherub: "I could really go for some cocoa puffs."

[12:22] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Thank the Prophets," *she muttered, waiting for her replacement.*

[12:22] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Indeed,...do not forget we have something to discuss after watch Aloran -nods to her-

[12:22] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: Now let's go get a burger.

[12:22] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: *Bore leans on a column, waiting for his replacement.*

[12:22] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: (( and Im outtie for the night :P

[12:22] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "...I know what a damn plushie is, V'Tira."

[12:22] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -to Tbs- I am a vegitarian captain

[12:22] [DOIC1] Tiberius Asada@atemporal: (( Thanks Jon that was fun!

[12:23] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -to Aloran- That will make our conversation that much easier than Aloran

[12:23] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Let me make it even easier then.  Whatever you're planning, no."

[12:23] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -quirks a brow- I see

[12:24] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] =^= Beta watch...please report to your stations.

[12:24] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: As you wish then...-makes a note of something on her PADD- this makes things a little more compilcated..but I can adapt

[12:24] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: *Bore looks towards Daniels and Kara.* "I... feel a bit... wrong. I know what the Chief did was wrong, but I... overreacted as well... I want to make something to make it up to her, and... you know. >

[12:25] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Leave me out of whatever it is," *she grunted.*

[12:25] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: "Try to lift her spirits a bit. I don't like seeing her like that... so I was thinking... maybe a small party? Or try to take her out?"

[12:25] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: That would not be logical

[12:25] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: and quite counter productive

[12:25] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Daniels] I don't think you're going to get anywhere trying to take her anywhere...but a surprise party might work.

[12:26] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Then let me put it this way.  Aside from anything relating to our duties, leave me the hell alone."  *She drummed her fingers on her activity table.*

[12:26] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: So it is basically my presence you wish to avoid then?

[12:26] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Now you're getting it."

[12:26] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: "Ambush her in her quarters someday when her next day is off duty?"

[12:27] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -makes a nnote on her PADD- This veyr much complicates things..but i shall adapt

[12:27] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Daniels] They're pretty small Ristovski.

[12:27] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: ..and will confuse you...quite  bit as we progress

[12:27] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: But as you wish

[12:27] [DOIC] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Beta watch staff begin filling in stations.*

[12:27] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: "They are? Thought the department heads get bigger ones... hm. Maybe in here?"

[12:28] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Dalby] The mess hall seems like the most obvious choice?

[12:28] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Dalby] It even has holoprojectors.

[12:28] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -shuts down her console and turns it over to her relief-

[12:28] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "V'Tira."  *She stared at her as her relief got here.*  "Whatever you're planning, whatever you think you're going to do, don't do it."  *She turned to leave.*

[12:28] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: No

[12:28] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: "It does, but I don't think I've ever seen her in there... Maybe we can get someone to take her in for some reason? Busted replicator?"

[12:29] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: I am unable to do so..

[12:29] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Daniels] I could probably get her to the mess hall, yeah.

[12:29] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: "Hmm. Kara? Could you pitch the idea to Snow too? Just don't tell him it's my idea."

[12:29] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Daniels] What is wrong with you two?

[12:29] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "This is your only warning.  Leave me the hell alone," *she growled as she walked off the bridge.*

[12:29] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Kara sighs.* Sure.

[12:29] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -quirked a single brow at that- ..fascinating

[12:30] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: "On the citadel. He provoked me and kept pushing and I hit him."

[12:30] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] What...that she wants to strangle you?

[12:30] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Kobay facepalms.*

[12:30] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Indeed....and she tried on leave

[12:30] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: It ended poorly for her

[12:30] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] I do not find that fascinating...I find it concerning.

[12:30] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: "Yeah, not my best moment, I agree... feels even worse that Kara got caught in the crossfire and took a headbutt..." *He looks at Kara, apologetically.* "Sorry about that."

[12:30] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: There was nothing to be concrned about

[12:31] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: I was easily able to disable her

[12:31] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Dalby] It wasn't a baseball bat...apology accepted. But you two still need to work things out.

[12:31] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] Being security chief that likely just enrages her further.

[12:31] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: "I tried. On Christmas, I left him a gift and a note, but... guess he has ignored them."

[12:32] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: I do not beleive she recalls the event

[12:32] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Dalby] Alright. I will tell him...and try to talk some sense into him.

[12:32] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: She was very inebriated

[12:32] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] Oh.

[12:32] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran headed to the brig, jerking a thumb at the officer on duty.*  "Find something else to do.  I'll take over."

[12:32] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: *Bore nods.* "Thanks."

[12:32] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Blot] M-ma'am? *He stammers.*

[12:33] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: I merely neck pinched her and she dropped to the ground like a sack of T'ria root

[12:33] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] Well...Vulcans have that affect on people. *She giggles.*

[12:33] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: She des seem very exciteable when it comes to me

[12:33] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Daniels] Good...you could have cut the tension in the room with a knife today.

[12:34] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: I am afraid we may have another confrotation soon

[12:34] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: "Yeah... been like that for a while."

[12:34] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] I do not think she likes how...unpredictable you are.

[12:34] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran sighed.*  "I'm taking over.  I like it down here.  It's nice and quiet."

[12:34] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -quirks a brow- I am quite predictable

[12:34] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Blot] It is...but...this seems...b-beneath a chief? I don't mean...you are beneath me...but...there's no one there.

[12:35] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Cathy places her hand on V'Tira's.* I do not find it so...

[12:35] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *She glanced at Blot with that.*  "It's my off-duty time, I'll spend it how I damn well please.  If that means sitting in an empty room guarding no one so that I can get a few damn minutes of peace...

[12:36] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: then that's none of your business."

[12:36] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Blot] Yes ma'am! *He scurries out, leaving her alone in the brig.*

[12:36] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran went to sit down in the chair, letting out a long sigh as she leaned back.*

[12:36] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ik9QMX7Rf8M begins playing softly in the brig.*

[12:37] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Daniels] It needs to change, Ensign. Is that understood?

[12:37] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran's eyes narrowed.*

[12:37] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: *Bore sighs.* "Understood, Lieutenant."

[12:38] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -touches her two fngers to her hand gently- ...Aloran is going to be very confused tonight

[12:38] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Though it is now unavoidable

[12:38] [DOIC2] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Daniels] Dismissed.

[12:39] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] How so?

[12:39] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *She sat up, tapping on her console.*  "Computer, replace music in the brig with this file..."  *She loaded up https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ejsM0VF-Os *

[12:39] [DOIC2] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: *Bore nods at the two and moves out to the mess hall for his... "Burger duty".*

[12:40] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Aloran's music begins to play.*

[12:40] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Significantly louder.*

[12:40] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran leaned back in her chair.*

[12:41] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *One minute into the song, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A3yCcXgbKrE begins to play.*

[12:41] [DOIC3] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: *Bore gets a cheeseburger and sits down alone to eat it.*

[12:41] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Computer, who the hell keeps changing the music files?!"

[12:42] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Computer] No files have been altered...Playlist Leave Alone is playing.

[12:42] [DOIC3] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *A few security officers move to Bore's table.* Mind if we sit?

[12:42] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran rubbed her forehead.*  "Computer, has anyone been adding or removing files from playlist Leave Alone?"

[12:43] [DOIC3] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: *Bore shakes his head.* "Not at all, be my guests."

[12:43] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Computer] Lieutenant V'Tira.

[12:43] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran emitted a string of very unladylike Bajoran curses.*

[12:44] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Computer] Unable to comply.

[12:44] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=grVzHu-_LcU begins to play.*

[12:44] [DOIC3] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *The two officer sit down at Bore's table.**

[12:45] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Computer, restrict access to playlist Leave Alone to only me!" *she snapped.*

[12:45] [DOIC3] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: *Bore wipes his chin away from some mayo, then looks up at the two.* "Ensign Ristovski, Engineering."

[12:46] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Computer] Unable to comply./

[12:46] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Why not?"

[12:47] [DOIC3] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Gadsen] Ensign Gadsen, security.

[12:47] [DOIC3] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [McMillan] Ensign McMillan, security.

[12:47] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Computer] Not authorizesd.

[12:47] [DOIC3] Bore Ristovski@bulgariandragon1: *Bore nods at both.* "My pleasure." *He then goes back to his burger.*

[12:48] [DOIC3] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *They both begin digging into their food.*

[12:48] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V1bFr2SWP1I begins to play.*

[12:49] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Okay."  *She drew in a breath.*  "Restrict the broadcast of any music in the brig unless authorised by the Chief of Security, First Officer, or Commanding Officer."

[12:49] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: She has prevented me from stoppoing quite a few things that were already in motion

[12:49] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: and nw I am unable to prevent them

[12:50] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Computer] Unable to comply.

[12:50] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Why the hell not?!"

[12:51] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Cathy scratches her head with her other hand, while touching two fingers to hers.*

[12:51] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Computer] Not authorize to moderate brig musical selection.

[12:51] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: She told me whatever i had panned...to stay away from her and take no further action

[12:52] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] Yes...I heard her.

[12:52] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: SO...as I told her...some o the events headin her way will confuse her

[12:52] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: undoubtably she will blame me of course for that

[12:52] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "How the hell am I not authorised to do that?!  I'm the damned CHIEF OF SECURITY."

[12:53] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Computer] Lieutenant V'Tira is the moderator.

[12:53] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *She slapped her combadge.*  =/\= "V'TIRA!"

[12:54] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -dryly- On cue

[12:54] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -does not answer-

[12:54] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Cathy giggles, leaning in to hug her.*

[12:54] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -leans into the hug even if she is unable to return it on the bridge-

[12:54] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: =/\= "V'TIRA TURN OFF THIS DAMN MUSIC AND LEAVE ME THE HELL ALONE!"

[12:55] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -does not answer-

[12:55] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Cathy buries her face in V'Tira's shoulder as she giggles.*

[12:55] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *She kept smacking her combadge.*  "Computer, is my communicator working?!"

[12:56] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Computer] Intraship communicator is online.

[12:56] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: I did not plan things to go this way

[12:56] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: =/\= "Aloran to V'Tira, come in -now!-"

[12:56] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -does not answer-

[12:56] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Cathy through the giggles.* It...sounds like...she wants to talk...

[12:57] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: I am unable to comply, I ihave given my word to her

[12:57] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: How can i earn her trust if I do not keep my word to her

[12:57] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "I can't get a damned moment's peace on this damn ship!" *she roared, getting up and kicking her chair away.*

[12:57] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *The poor chair is knocked away.*

[12:58] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r2pt2-F2j2g begins to play.*

[12:58] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "COMPUTER TURN OFF CURRENT MUSIC SELECTION!"

[12:59] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Cathy covers her mouth as she looks into V'Tira's eyes, removing it and stealing a kick kiss.*

[12:59] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *quick

[12:59] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Computer] Unable to comply.

[12:59] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -subtly returns the kiss due to where they currently are-

[12:59] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Cathy quickly pulls back.*

[1:00] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran lets out a scream of rage that was probably heard a deck away.*

[1:00] [DOIC5] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *A deck away, a certain Betazoid winces.*

[1:00] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -flinches-...um

[1:01] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] Yes?

[1:01] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: I do beloeve with out my explantion....she is...not fully appreciating my current gift

[1:02] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] What is this gift? And how do you know?

[1:02] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran turned on her heel and stormed out of the brig to her quarters.*

[1:02] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Naturally, she kicked her usual panel as she passed it.*

[1:02] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Blot turns as she exits.* M-ma'am...is e-everything alright?

[1:03] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "She even ruined brig time!" *was the only explanation he'd get as she stormed off.*

[1:04] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Wellthere are several gifts....on going

[1:04] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] You are very...generous...

[1:04] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *She stormed to her quarters, punching in her code and stepping inside.*

[1:04] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: The usic was the start and i....might have modifed her quarrters some by adding .things

[1:05] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Dal follows her inside, waiting for the rant.*

[1:05] [DOIC6] V'Tira@Isis.: [all of her stuff is there...but has had things added ...tp the decor]

[1:06] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran paused, her eyes narrowed as she stared at said 'decor.'*

[1:06] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Dal looks around at the new decor, thinking to himself.* What...is this...

[1:06] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] What sort of things?

[1:07] [DOIC6] V'Tira@Isis.: [ https://imgur.com/9c5Gdio ]

[1:07] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Grax] Deities...*he murmurs.*

[1:08] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "...Yev ey..."  *Her fists clenched as she began to tremble with rage.*

[1:08] [DOIC6] V'Tira@Isis.: -the replicator in her room suddenly genrates her most ordered meal hot and ready for her=

[1:09] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "That bitch has gone TOO FAR!" *Aloran roared.*  "Computer, where is Lieutenant V'Tira?!"

[1:09] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Computer] Lieutenant V'Tira is on the bridge.

[1:09] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Grax] Vieya...what exactly are you planning on doing?

[1:09] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran turned on her heel, nearly knocking Grax over as she stormed into the hall and headed for the bridge.*

[1:10] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Room Decor addiions...her favorite dinner

[1:10] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran burst onto the bridge with a bellowing roar of,*  "V'TIRA!!"

[1:10] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Dal follows her, trying not to look as worried as he actually was that something bad might happen given this level of anger. He winces at the roar.*

[1:10] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -doesnt look at her-

[1:11] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Cathy covers her ears, looking back at Vieya.* Owww..this is a small bridge...

[1:11] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -to Catherine- See...confusion and now chaos

[1:11] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -turns to keep facing Catherine-

[1:11] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Fuck with the brig all you damn please, you've got the authorisation, but WHAT THE HELL GIVES YOU THE RIGHT TO GO INTO MY QUARTERS?!"

[1:12] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -remains looking at Cathy impassively-

[1:12] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *She stormed closer.*  "LOOK AT ME!"

[1:12] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -remains looking at Cathy impassively-

[1:12] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Cathy winces and begins to speak.* She...is attempting to follow the directive...where she stays away from you...and doesn't say anything...

[1:13] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Dal is right next to Vieya, ready to attempt to restrain her if necessary.*

[1:13] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "That wasn't meant to give her a damn out when I confront her about the shit she's pulling to screw with me!  What the hell is your problem?!  Do you have any idea how many regulations you broke...

[1:13] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: going into MY quarters without my authorisation in a non-emergency situation?!"

[1:14] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -does not look nor respond-

[1:14] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] She has been here the entire time...

[1:14] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "WELL SHE DID SOMETHING TO FUCK WITH MY ROOM!" *she roared.*

[1:15] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -remains looking at Cathy impassively-

[1:15] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Cathy yanks her head back at that, not ready for the roar.*

[1:15] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -seems utterly unphased by al of this-

[1:15] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Well?!  WHAT THE HELL DO YOU HAVE TO SAY FOR YOURSELF?!"

[1:16] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -remains looking at Cathy impassively-

[1:16] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] You must...release her from her word to you...that she would not engage...

[1:16] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "THAT WAS IMPLIED THE SECOND I STARTED TALKING TO HER!"

[1:17] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Are you hungry Catherine?

[1:17] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] Y-yes...

[1:17] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Perhaps we should retire to the mess hall then

[1:17] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran looked like steam was about to start rising from her nostrils.*

[1:18] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Dal sighs, not daring to make the same mistake as before. He stands beside Aloran quietly.*

[1:18] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] P-perhaps we s-should...

[1:18] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Somehow she contained it however as she trembled with rage.*  "I'm filing a formal complaint," she snarled after a moment, then turned and stormed out.*

[1:18] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Cathy winces at that.*

[1:19] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Dal follows her out.*

[1:19] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Well I did try to tell her wthout context she would be confused

[1:19] [DOIC1] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran stepped through the doors and made a straight line for her quarters.*

[1:19] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: wich has led to a less then optimal outcome

[1:19] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Grax] Well...that could have been worse.

[1:20] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Once she stepped inside, she immediately started tearing down the 'decor.'*  "I'm so done with this fucking ship..."

[1:20] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Dal shakes his head, taking a seat on the bed.*

[1:20] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] You really seem to have...triggered something.

[1:21] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *She gathered up the princess swag, walked to the door and hurled it into the hallway before closing the door again.*

[1:22] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *As it is hurled out, it vanishes into thin air.*

[1:23] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *She then stormed over to the replicator, had the meal sitting there recycled and replaced with a beer.*

[1:24] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Grax] That was your favorite.

[1:24] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "I didn't order it."  *She picked up the bottle and started chugging.*

[1:25] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Dal shrugs and orders some allira punch.*

[1:25] [DOIC6] V'Tira@Isis.: -her favorite desert appears with a cupcake and a little lit candle on it-

[1:25] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *She -glared- at the cupcake.*

[1:25] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Dal glances over to Vieya.*

[1:25] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -shakes her head- I do not think this approach was as successful as I had orignally intended

[1:25] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *She walked over and smashed her now-empty beer bottle into the cupcake.*

[1:26] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Cathy just looks at her.* What gave you that impression?

[1:26] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Dal jumps back instinctively, blinking.*

[1:26] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran ordered another beer.*

[1:27] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -cants her head as she regards Cathy- Why her general reaction for one..far more violitile than expected

[1:27] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] That is...an understatement

[1:27] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: though the operation's failure was as much her fault as mine

[1:27] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] How so?

[1:27] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *She turned and went to sit down on the bed.*  "I wanna go back to the Academy," *she said suddenly.*

[1:28] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Grax] You want to be a Cadet again?

[1:28] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *She shrugged.*  "I don't think it works like that.  But it might not be too late to change divisions."

[1:28] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Grax] To what?

[1:29] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Delta," *she said as she took another plug.*

[1:29] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Grax] And leave your officers without a chief of security again?

[1:30] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: By removing me from the equaton all of those gifts lacked the proper context

[1:30] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] It seems...by coming up here...she understood they were from you.

[1:30] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: I did try to warn her

[1:30] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *She shook her head.*  "Someone else would take my place."

[1:30] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Yes but not the why

[1:30] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Grax] /Again/?

[1:31] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Well it's not my damn fault both of my predecessors got chased off the damn ship!  And I'm starting to see why, these people are hopeless."

[1:31] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Grax] I think you're going about this all wrong.

[1:32] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] I do not think that mattered to her.

[1:32] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Curious

[1:32] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Yeah?  And what's your enlightened opinion?" *she grunted, taking another sip.*

[1:32] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Grax] Running away isn't the way to win...you have to fight fire with fire.

[1:32] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] Curious?

[1:32] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: I believe I shall cease all operations then

[1:33] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Cathy nods.*

[1:33] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] Probably a good idea after she threatened a formal complaint.

[1:33] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: I believe what she chooses for peace is indeed isolation....and I shal give it to her

[1:33] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *She gave him a flat look.*  "It's not running away, it's preserving my damn sanity."

[1:33] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -quirks a brow- Can you iage the details of that complaint?

[1:33] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] You should probably also inform her...in an non-intrusive way.

[1:34] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: I am unable to do so when not on watch

[1:34] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Cathy giggles.*

[1:34] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] Can I play mediator then?

[1:34] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Grax] You need to get back at her.

[1:34] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: I hereby formally charge Lieutenant Vitra of putting calm freidnyl songs nto my personal playlist,.and putting pretty pirncess decor in my room..making me my favorite dinner and desert along with an

[1:35] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: extra cupcake

[1:35] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "At this point I'd be more satisfied with backhanding her."

[1:35] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Cathy giggles further.*

[1:35] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Do you believe I will lose rank or be forced to resign..the disney princess was perhaps too far

[1:36] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Grax] But we both know you can't do that...so we have to find a way to get one up on her.

[1:36] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Cathy buries her face into V'Tira's shoulder after giving her a peck on the cheek.*

[1:36] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "I'm not playing her stupid games."  *She started chugging the rest of her bottle.*

[1:36] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -looks to Catherine- Perhaps yu can tel her i will leave her be

[1:37] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] =^= Lieutenant Baker to Lieutenant Aloran.

[1:37] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: You are under no such restriction

[1:37] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: =/\= "What."

[1:38] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] =^= You will suffer no further...interruptions or disturbances.

[1:38] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: =/\= "Good."  *She slapped the badge off and went to get another bottle.*

[1:38] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Grax] Maybe somebody came to their senses.

[1:39] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Unlikely.  Bitch is crazy."  *She went to slump down on the bed again.*

[1:40] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Dal slumps down next to her.* I don't think I'll ever meet a Vulcan like her...as long as I live.

[1:40] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: She accepted this proposal?

[1:40] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "I wish I never had."

[1:40] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: "Good" was the response.

[1:40] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker]

[1:40] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -nods- Thus ends this phase of the operations

[1:41] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Grax] On the bright side...nobody got blown up today.

[1:42] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] Phase?

[1:42] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Yes

[1:42] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Yeah, whatever," *she grumbled.*

[1:42] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] What is the next phase?

[1:42] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Stealth and covert

[1:43] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] Oooooo...

[1:43] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Dal shrugs and sips his tea.*

[1:43] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: she has forced this to become a guerilla operations...a resistence of sorts

[1:43] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "...I'm serious about the Delta thing, you know," *she said after a moment.*

[1:44] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Grax] Really?

[1:44] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "It's been on my mind for a long time."

[1:45] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Grax] Well...goes to show you I'm keeping my end of the deal.

[1:45] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *She smirked slightly at that.*

[1:45] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Dal chuckles softly.*

[1:45] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] You are dedicated to this cause.

[1:46] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Indeed it is only logical

[1:46] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] Why?

[1:46] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: She is stagnating

[1:46] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] Stagnating?

[1:46] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Just feels like I'm not... where I should be," she sighed and took another sip.*

[1:46] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: In her personal growth....it is why she is in pain

[1:47] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] Oh.

[1:47] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] I am not sure how...getting her this angry will help.

[1:47] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: hence her emotional outburst....she makes little headway for the eccentricity of others

[1:47] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: I am new to this Catherine..mistakes are bund to be made

[1:47] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] You? An error?

[1:48] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: No..the error was hers not mine

[1:48] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] Of course.

[1:48] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: She removed me fromt he equation most illogicslly

[1:48] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Dal looks up at the ceiling, sitting his punch.*

[1:48] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *sipping

[1:49] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] She is...a loner, yes?

[1:49] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Loaner? we borrowed her from somewhere?

[1:50] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Catehrine that makes little sense

[1:50] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "And... I don't know, it feels like if everything is aggravating me this much, I have to change -something- before I have a damn aneurysm."

[1:50] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Cathy facepalms as she giggles.* As in...someone naturally spends time alone.

[1:50] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: an isolationist you mean?

[1:50] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Grax] Well...anything I can do to help...just name it.

[1:51] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] Maybe?

[1:51] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Catherine that is the defination of an isolationist

[1:51] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] Oh.

[1:51] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Speaking of which you need to call her back

[1:52] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "I don't know that there is," *she sighed.*

[1:52] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] Why?

[1:52] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: To see if sh wishes to have her moderator status on her playlist returned to her

[1:52] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: It is not my playlist

[1:53] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] =^= Lieutenant Baker to Lieutenant Aloran.

[1:54] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *She cursed again before she hit her badge.*  =/\= "Yeah?"

[1:54] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] If you wish to have moderator status back on the playlist...it can be returned.

[1:54] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: =^=

[1:54] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Her eyes narrowed.*

[1:54] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Catherine...I am not holding i hostage

[1:54] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: it*

[1:54] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: =/\= "...Yeah.  That'd be great."

[1:55] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] =^= Consider it done.

[1:55] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: I know that silly.

[1:55] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker]\

[1:55] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran reached for her PADD to start removing all of V'Tira's additions.*

[1:55] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Grax] Maybe somebody woke up.

[1:55] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -bites her botom lip in thought a moment-

[1:56] [DOIC6] V'Tira@Isis.: -all 366 additions-

[1:57] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Yeah... maybe."  *She narrowed her eyes and continued deleting every.  Single.  One.*

[1:57] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -scowls a moment-

[1:57] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] V?

[1:58] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: In hindsight,..you should call her yet again...

[1:58] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] She is only going to be more upset upon additional calls...what is it now?

[2:00] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: To see if sh wishes to have her moderator status on her Replicator Menu selections returned to her

[2:00] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Cathy sighs and nods, heading over to the console.*

[2:00] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: had not thought of it until this moment

[2:00] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] =^= Lieutenant Baker to Lieutenant Aloran...*in a low voice.*

[2:01] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: =/\= "YEV EY, WHAT IS IT NOW?!"

[2:01] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Well you were correct Catherine

[2:01] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Cathy winces at the yelling.* =^= If...you would like moderator status returned to your replicator...it has been done!

[2:02] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: =/\= "Fine!  Anything else?!"

[2:02] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Cathy looks back at V'Tira.*

[2:02] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -ponders this a moment-

[2:03] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Nothing further actually comes to mind...however we reserve the right to ammened this If I might have overlooked anything

[2:03] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] =^= Nothing further at this time.

[2:04] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: =/\= "Just assume from now on that YES, I want control back of whatever the hell she hijacked for this stupid prank!"

[2:04] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *She slapped her combadge off again.*

[2:04] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Dal winces.*

[2:04] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -quriks a brow- What did she just say?

[2:04] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -stiffens some-

[2:05] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] She said...to assume she would like back...whatever was 'hijacked'...for a 'stupid prank'.

[2:05] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -blinks- Fascinating..tis changes everything now

[2:05] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran downed her beer.*

[2:05] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] How so?

[2:05] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: She has made a false presumption....no wonder she acted so emotionally

[2:06] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] Which was?

[2:06] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: I had no factor in comprehension....curious

[2:06] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -looks to Cathy- Catherine..this was no prank

[2:06] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran took off her combadge and chucked it on the table.*

[2:06] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: I was actually attempting to help her

[2:06] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] That is not how she viewed it.

[2:06] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: to be a friend when she needed one

[2:07] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Indeed...she misconstrued this

[2:07] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: I need to cease all guerilla operations....they would only further infuriate her more

[2:07] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] What will you do?

[2:07] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Computer, block all non-essential communications to me for the next... twelve hours.  I'm going on 'Do Not Disturb' mode," *she muttered.*

[2:08] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Commence a campaign of understanding

[2:08] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Computer] Command acknowledged.

[2:08] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: I keep thinking i have forgotten something as well....

[2:08] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] Why was this not attempted in the first plaCE?

[2:08] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: [ill run with it]

[2:09] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: "Changed my mind, though.  There is one thing you can do."

[2:09] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: I beleive i was already commencing this with an advanced emotional individual...I had not factored in mistrust

[2:09] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Grax] Oh?

[2:10] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Why would she ever mistrust me? I have never betrayed such trust

[2:10] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] She does not seem a trusting type...an isolationist as you said.

[2:10] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: ...now paranoid

[2:10] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *Aloran punched a button her PADD to cause https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zne4Ai-F1F4 to begin playing, then got to her feet and set her beer bottle aside.*

[2:11] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Fascinating

[2:11] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] Exactly.

[2:11] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: She never once considered someone would reach out to her benignly

[2:12] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] I think she took any attempt as an attack.

[2:12] [DOIC6] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Dal's face slowly turns a grin as he listens to the lyrics.*

[2:13] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: From a member of a race noted for its pacisfism?

[2:13] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] V...you are...unique

[2:13] [DOIC6] Aloran Vieya@liorexus: *She practically pounced on Dal as the camera panned away tastefully.*

[2:16] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: I wonder

[2:16] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Perhaps if i went to her and properly explained at length and in detil my actual intetions?

[2:17] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Show her my research and notes based on the studies of her people

[2:17] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] Perhaps...

[2:18] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: I am sure once she saw reason...and understood my intetions were not malicous she would appreciate what was done after seeing from a new prespective

[2:20] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Cathy nods.*

[2:25] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Perhaps not...based on her level of emotions now. Curious

[2:26] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Perhaps after watch tomorrow

[2:26] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] I think that is best. *She nods rapidly.*

[2:28] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: I need to rethink this approach....but i will get it right

[2:29] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Shall we retire then?

[2:29] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] I think so...to where?

[2:29] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: Perhaps your cabin?

[2:30] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: *Cathy beams and grabs her hand.*

[2:30] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -closes her hand around Cathy's gently- I see that you concur

[2:31] [DOIC1] DGMAngelboy@ClingingMars: [Baker] Oh yes...*She asays as she leads V'Tira out.*

[2:31] [DOIC1] V'Tira@Isis.: -follows her out hand in hand-