Chirakis

Mission Summary – Sky Harbor Aegis – 28 August 2009 At 0140 on 1 April 2385 Sky Harbor Aegis came under attack by ships and species unknown. The attacking vessel and its fighters have been destroyed but the purpose of their attack has yet to be determined. The station received no distress call from the colony on TKR-117, but their status remains unknown. SubCommander Jorahl and his engineering crew are working to determine the cause of the temporary failure of the defense grid. No jamming or interference from the attackers was detected. Aegis has sustained extensive damage to Pylon B, the main focus of the carrier ship's attack. An enemy fighter rammed the Midway, compromising the hull near Pylon A, underside junction. Force fields are containing most of the hull breaches but life support on the Midway is minimal with numerous atmospheric leaks. The attacking carrier exploded, likely due to a power core breach. The shockwave hit Aegis causing major damage to the shields and impacting debris across the station. Shields are down to 50% and the sensors are functioning with severe limitations. All the attacking fighters have been destroyed but one still sits, heavily damaged, in a hole in the Midway. Time between games is 2 hours. At sim begin the time will be 0643 on April 1, 2385. Attacking Alien Ship by SuCdr Jorahl

Sky Harbor Aegis Chat Log for 28 August 2009 090828.txt

Congratulations to James Howell, who graduated from the Sunday Academy on August 23!

Sky Harbor Aegis Chat Log for 21 August 2009 090821.txt

Sky Harbor Aegis - 14 August 2009 090814.txt

Aegis Mission Summary for 20 March, 2009 After years of criticizing the plans of those running businesses, especially the one called Sky Harbor Aegis, Ambassador Drankum has found himself running it. Needless to say he is settling into this new role much less easily than the station settled into the asteroid field between Cardassian and Breen Space. Adding insult to injury, a clothed female Bajoran Starfleet Intelligence officer has been posted as his second in command. Having arrived at its new location several weeks ago, the crew of Sky Harbor Aegis is adjusting to its new assignment far from Cardassia. Exploration of nearby asteroids has yielded a promising location for the new shipyard. A nearby Class M planet, TKR-117, should soon host a new colony. Last week: The asteroid exploration team comprised of engineers, science officers, and a medical officer returned to the station. They were minus two engineers who were beamed to the station after a close encounter with a subterranean labyrinth. Heavy metals within the asteroid did not allow ordinary communication and sensor function, which bodes well for the security of the new shipyard. The USS Sentinel arrived at the station, bearing Hannah McDowell, PhD, the new Colonial Administrator and approximately a dozen colonists for TKR-117. The freighter Ticonderoga II also arrived and is waiting to offload supplies for the colony. Commander Chirakis Kirel arrived, looking about as good as her battle-worn, outdated Peregrine fighter. There was no TBS. For more information and a full history of Sky Harbor Aegis, go to SkyHarborAegis.com

Mission Summary – Sky Harbor Aegis – 14 August 2009 Aegis has just entered its third month in the asteroid field and the crew was settling into a routine when a sensor marker at the edge of the asteroid field detected a ship, configuration and identity unknown, entering the asteroid field at sublight speeds. As the vessel approached, sensors showed it comparable in size to a D'deridex-class warbird but had the general configuration of a rectangular solid. Internal scans showed high energy signatures and 90 fighters have emerged, destination unknown. At sim pause the station had just gone to red alert. Time between games is 60 seconds.

Mission Summary – Sky Harbor Aegis – 7 August 2009 Engineer Coleridge was tweaking a telemetry program for the defense grid while Fletcher wavered between chartreuse and apricot for the shipyard wiring system. Dr. Pavilion kept sick bay running smoothly in the absence of Dr. Lepage. On TKR 117, Administrator McDowell and Science Chief Feretti explored the archaeological site via shuttle. They informed Aegis of an anaerobic bacteria in the soil with qualities that may be beneficial to medicine. Dr. Belar was dispatched to the colony to investigate. Cdr Chirakis consulted Science Officer LeMorte about the strange writing he found on the walls of the archaeological site. Security Chief Dabi recruited Engineer Coleridge for fighter training. Time between games is one week.

Simple Diplomacy A Joint Log by Dr. McDowell, LtCdr Feretti, and Cdr Chirakis Cdr Chirakis dropped her Peregrine fighter from warp well outside the gravity well of TKR-117. From the void emerged a small class M planet, not as spectacular as many she had seen, and certainly not worth fighting over. Standard flora to fauna ratios showed on her scanners, along with some areas of desert, plain, and tundra. A shift in calibration showed standard tectonic activity that spoke of a molten core with no significant deposits of precious commodities such as would draw the attention of a passerby. All scans corroborated the scans taken by the science team's first and second planetary surveys. Yet there was something beyond the planet's recently found archaeological site that drew those whom Ambassador Drankum called "frontier hugging hippies" to places such as this. Having lived on the edge of civilization for so long, Kirel Chirakis wondered at their motivation, at why they would choose to colonize such a nondescript area of the galaxy, and if there was anything beyond their alleged rich archaeological find that might keep them there. She was also concerned with the planet's security and the likelihood that someone might stumble upon it, but from this distance there didn't seem to be much that would draw a passerby. To the north of the colony lay an ancient mountain chain that reached beyond the terminus to the far side. To the south ran a river whose tributaries seemed to water most of the southern plain. It appeared to be an ordinary planet and nothing more. A few hours later she was wandering through the courtyard, accompanied by Aegis' Chief Science Officer, LtCmdr Feretti, and escorted by Dr. McDowell. The scientist she is, Leilani couldn't help but be impressed by the tour and was looking forward to visiting the ruins before the dig took place. Though progress was good in coordinating where to dig and when to start, the opportunity to view the site now would definitely help her with her plans. Leilani quietly followed Commander Chirakis and Dr. McDowell as the latter escorted them through the courtyard. She activated her tricorder, keen to get as much information about them as possible. Hannah was eager to show Chirakis and Leilani the colony. She was proud of how hard the colonists had worked to set it up and get it running. Hannah also wanted to show Chirakis and Leilani that she wasn't some psycho scientist; she was just someone who had worked very hard to get where she was. She wanted them to know Hannah. Upon exiting the science building, Kirel stepped into a courtyard that appeared to be an area of relaxation for the colonists. Several wrought iron tables surrounded a small water fountain in the middle. Newly planted beds surrounded areas of grass, and a few trees rustled in the afternoon breeze. The mountains to the north appeared to shelter the valley floor from the fiercest storms and, since Kirel's mind seldom wandered far from defense, she noted they might be used for cover during an attack. They seemed to be fairly geologically stable; at least there were no overt signs of recent eruption. The river to the south meandered through the valley. It, too, had been there a long time, and the extent of the flood plain seemed a safe distance from the colony and the archaeological site. "You certainly have made progress in the last few months, Dr. McDowell," said Kirel, her eyes continuing to wander over the outlay of the station. "Your laboratory and all your working spaces are well designed. Your living spaces certainly appear comfortable – more than adequate, I would say. I understand you've been planning this colony for several years, and your careful planning is evident." It never hurt to be complimentary, and Kirel was sincere. But she did have more pressing things on her mind. "Tell me, though -- have you shelters for emergencies, plans for natural disasters or... " here she paused to angle her eyes skyward and wave her hand in the direction of space, "...otherwise?" "Not yet but we do have plans to add them in the coming months. I'll be happy to show you the plans." Hannah replied. The tour of the colony took about an hour. Hannah showed them everything: the greenhouse where they grew some of their food, the storage area, the medical facilities, living quarters, communications, etc. As she showed them around, she gave them a brief on the future plans for the colony, how eventually a city would be built to support a community and possibly a station to support ships. She tried not to brag about her colony but she couldn't help it. She ended the tour of the colony back at the science building. "So that's it for the colony. We can go see the dig site if you like or have supper. I believe TooRam is making his famous stew tonite." The mention of food brought to Kirel the sudden recognition of a smell drifting on the breeze. "Famous stew?" she echoed, glancing at Leilani. "Now I see why your science team is so eager to stay here, Dr. Feretti," she said with feigned jealousy, then turned back to Hannah. "Supper it is, then the site. As eager as I am to see the subject of so much speculation, I don't believe I could pass up a home cooked meal, as you Terrans call it." "Of course." Hannah smiled and nodded and then led them both to the dining area where most everyone had gathered. She introduced everyone and then indicated where to get the plates and utensils and then the food. Hannah then led them to a table and sat down. Leilani smiled her thanks as she was led inside the colony. Stew sounded alright, and she was getting somewhat hungry after spending those few hours stuck in the lab. While she was looking forward to touring the archeological site, she hadn't really had a chance to tour the colony either and was eager to see it as well. As they entered the dining area she could smell the stew and other foods that were currently being prepared. Leilani nodded politely and returned any introductions directed towards her. "The people here are quite friendly" Leilani said to Dr. McDowell, "and going by what I'm smelling, dinner should be good too." She smiled as she took a seat by the doctor and Commander Chirakis. Hannah nodded and grinned. Perhaps this joint venture with Aegis wouldn't be so bad after all.

BRIEF: The away team from USS Ticonderoga (Defiant Class) has been looking for dilithium deposits 200m below the surface of a planetoid. The good news: they have found the dilithium, plenty of water, and food on an otherwise barren planetoid. The bad news: there is an inquisitive tentacled water creature in the underground lake. The food they found is in the form of crunchy crawly slimy insects. A phaser blast has caved in their only apparent exit. Their captain was bitten by one of the many insects inhabiting the cave and she is unconscious. There is no communication with the surface or the ship. Will the creature be happy after being phasered? Will the crew keep their wits about them and survive? ROSTER: Game Master (GM) - Chirakis Game Master (GM) - STSF Linus Mission Commanding Officer (MCO): Chirakis Mission Executive Officer (MXO): James Howell Special Guest Visitor (SGV): Will Marx Chief Security Officer (CSEC) - T'aral Assistant Security Officer (ASEC) - Dimishy Assistant Security Officer (ASEC) - Eva Jazz Chief Science Officer (CSCI) - STSF Linus Assistant Science Officer (ASCI) - Kouki Chief Medical Officer (CMO) - STSF Nickles 090802.txt

Sky Harbor Aegis Chat Log for 31 July 2009 090731.txt

TO: Lt Cmdr Mimi Pavilion, M.D. CC: Cdr Nicolas Lepage, M.D., Chief Medical Officer CC: Lt (jg) Damian Porter, Chief of Operations From: Cdr Chirakis Kirel, Executive Officer, Sky Harbor Aegis Subject: Medical Equipment and Personal Doctor, After review of your requisition, my only concern is that you be certain this will be sufficient for the numbers expected to be on station in the near future. If you find these quantities do not suffice, submit another requisition to my attention and it will be dispatched immediately. Chirakis Chirakis Kirel, SI-5 Commander, Starfleet Intelligence Executive Officer, Sky Harbor Aegis Forwarded Requisition 090731.1 Medical Supplies Equipment: 1 crate of hyposprays 5 neural calipers 5 neural stimulators 5 neural transducers 10 physiostimulators 15 plasma infusion units 1 somnetic inducers 3 T-cell stimulators 4 tissue migrator 2 trilaser connector Personal: 1 Doctor or Senior Medical Technician 3 Nurses 6 Medics

buy' ngop! goSraj botIvjaj! batlh Daqawlu'taH!* [Well done! Happy Birthday! You will be remembered with Honor!]

The Return A Joint Log by SrLtn LeMorte and Cdr Chirakis Cdr Chirakis sat at her desk reviewing the report from TKR-117, when her attention was drawn to a notation that SrLtn LeMorte had been requested to leave. Kirel had, therefore, summoned him to her office. Whatever the situation, it was not seemly for a Starfleet officer to be ousted from a mission. She would talk with LeMorte then consult with Ambassador Drankum and possibly Administrator McDowell, hoping nothing beyond his removal from the site needed to be done. Gathering his padd and copy of his report to both Cdr. Feretti and the Command staff, Le Morte chimed the XO's door, patiently waiting for admittance. "Come," she said without looking up from her work. Entering Chirakis' office he could not help but look around, briefly taking in the surroundings. This was actually the very first time he had been there. Usually any meetings were held in the main conference room. Kirel glanced up, giving a cursory nod and a wave of her hand. "Mr. LeMorte. Sit. We have something to discuss." Her manner was curt, but more from tedious routine than anything else. Moving from a position of attention, Le Morte said, "Good day Commander," and pulled up the proffered chair. "I suspect the discussion centers around recent events that transpired on TKR-117," he said, quietly placing the prepared reports on his lap. After signing yet another report and placing it on the growing pile to her left, she leaned back to eye him for a minute, the aging chair giving a groan as she did so, almost mirroring her present state of mind. He is prepared. Good. "TKR-117," she began slowly, calculating every word, every movement - no small task given the species involved. "I received a report from Administrator McDowell with a notation that you have been..." she glanced at the padd, "...dismissed from the colony. Tell me, Lieutenant - exactly what happened that a Starfleet Officer would be dismissed from a mission, especially a mission of such delicacy." With an expressionless visage, he began, "Sir with all due respect, first I would like to correct the good Doctor's report. I was not dismissed from the site as she has so eloquently stated. I had discussed with Commander Feretti and did suggest that perhaps due to an obvious disdain for me, and apparently a personality conflict, I perhaps should be replaced with another science officer to reduce or at least maintain a smoother less heated atmosphere for those involved in the supposed joint project. "Furthermore, Commander I have included my observations during my tenure planet side and the Doctors observed and noted behavior as it pertains to any fleet or station personnel involved. Her overall attitude has been both caustic and abusive towards others not of her chosen team, and that does raise certain concerns as it should from any good officer worth their weight." It took a while for the sum of his words to sink in. That he would question a superior, whether a superior officer or a head of state such as Dr. McDowell, was nearly beyond Kirel's scope of understanding. The warrior's code spoke of duty, honor, respect, and total obedience – to death if necessary. Yet, her face did not betray her thoughts as she asked quietly, "And what do you intend we do about this situation, Mr. LeMorte," she said evenly. LeMorte considered the Commanders words carefully. "What do I intend to do? Indeed Commander it is not what I intend to do, it is what I have done. I have completed a comprehensive detailed report for my superiors including my opinion and suspicions of the Doctor's ulterior motives in this venture. I do not know exactly what she is hiding from us, however it is obvious to me at any rate she has obtained just what she was working towards: getting me off planet. I suspect while in the performance of my duty I must have been getting close to possibly uncovering something she has ferociously sought to protect and hide from any discovery, sir." As he spoke Kirel's face remained passive until he voiced his suspicions and then directly accused. Had he been an operative she would have taken his report under advisement. Operatives were allowed to voice suspicions; it was part of their job. But LeMorte was a Starfleet science officer, an investigator, bound by gathering facts, weighing options, and suggesting methods within a strict chain of command. It suddenly occurred to Kirel that Starfleet may be in dire straits and the station itself in even more dangerous waters should this type of – dare she say – mutinous discussion continue. There was enough danger in this area of space without driving a wedge between the colony and the station. She leaned forward, her hand out for his reports, her eyes meeting his unflinchingly. When he had passed them to her she placed them to the side and leaned her arms on the desk. Her hands folded in front of her, she began, "Let me tell you, Mr. LeMorte, that your actions in this matter are bordering on insubordination. You may have suspicions, you may believe that there is something more to Dr. McDowell's project than she is willing to reveal, but that is none of your concern. "Dr. McDowell is the Administrator of the colony on TKR-117, and the director of the archaeological site. What she does there and how she does it does not come under your purview. She answers directly to Ambassador Drankum and no one else. "Aegis' science department works there in joint venture at the pleasure of Dr. McDowell. Our main part in this mission is to assist her team, to furnish security, and to ensure that what is there, whatever it is, is not compromised in any way. It is not for you to openly question her motives. If so requested by your superior officer, you may voice your opinion, but you will voice it to your superior in private. Otherwise, your scientific findings are to be reported and that is all. You will not voice suspicions. You will not utter innuendos. You will report the facts and only the facts. That is your duty. Is that understood?" "I understand completely Commander," said LeMorte calmly, again without emotion. "Permission to speak freely and off the official record, sir." Chirakis stiffened her back, facing him squarely, her tone measured and direct. "Permission denied. You will speak no more of this to anyone. I have your reports and will review them. If there is anything to be done further, I will be responsible. If I hear that you have discussed this matter to anyone I will consider legal action. You are dismissed." Standing to attention, Le Morte simply looked at the Commander. "Aye sir," he said and turned and exited the office, secure in the knowledge he had done his duty and nothing more.

The USS Ticonderoga (Defiant Class) has been exploring an asteroid field looking for minerals. During the last sim the away team was exploring a planetoid where scans showed dilithium below the surface. The twin suns have risen to their apex, heat on the rugged desert surface is nearly unbearable, and the team has followed the dilithium scans to a cool, moist cave. At sim begin the away team is about to enter the cave which, in addition to being cool and showing signs of water, is inhabited by every creepy-crawly lifeform on the planetoid. Game Master - Chirakis Game Master - STSF Kansas Command: Commanding Officer (CO) - Chirakis Security: Chief Security Officer (CSEC) - STSF Kansas Asst Security Officer (ASEC) - T'aral Science: Chief Science Officer (CSCI) - James Howell Asst Science Officer (ASCI) - crazygreek Asst Science Officer (ASCI) - Lisanna Medical: Chief Medical Officer (CMO) - Vilanne Asst Medical Officer (AMO) - Cdt Kouki Next week, our intrepid crew will consider... They are trapped in a cave infested with insects and inhabited by a water creature that may or may not be harmful There is water in the cave (hence, the water creature) but is it potable? They have no communication with the Ticonderoga There must be a way out because fresh air continues to pour in Their Captain has been bitten my a cave insect and is unconscious Will they find a way out? Will Captain Chirakis live to see another day? Will any of them live to see another day? 090726.txt

Mission Summary - Sky Harbor Aegis – 24 July 2009 Ambassador Drankum reads reports in his quarters. Engineer Caelan Fletcher loses his personal herald but gains a Service Ribbon. Engineering Chief Jorahl returns from the shipyard construction site and receives an update from Fletcher. Security Chief tr'Jeth Dabi tends to the station as well as reviewing specifications for the new fighters and requests additional technologies if possible. Administrator McDowell has a falling-out with Science Officer LeMorte and banishes him from the colony. Commander Chirakis helps Dr. Pavilion trudge through her mound of paperwork – say what? Time between games is 1 week.

AtraGon has taught you well.

Welcome to STSF, Kouki. As TKAR said, don't worry about making mistakes in the academy. We only booth you for such things after you've graduated ::grin::

Sky Harbor Aegis Chat Log 24 July 2009 090724.txt

Mission Summary – Sky Harbor Aegis – 17 July 2009 Time between games is 10 days. On the station, with the departure of Ambassador Joy Two, Ambassador Drankum informs Commander Chirakis that hereafter she will be his liaison to Federation worlds in the area. Drs Pavilion and Belar tackle the mound of paperwork that has accumulated since Drs Lepage and McKinney left on personal business. After giving new meaning to the saying "when the cat's away…," Engineering Officers Coleridge and Fletcher knuckle down to work on the Pylon B shield generators and the shipyard. NPC Security Officer John Apple is deemed "unprepared for Midshipman duty" by Security Chief Dabi. He is to learn the entire station schematic, all personnel aboard by name and rank, the entire treaty, and the station's complete operation protocol. On TKR-117, Science Officer LeMorte searches for resin that may have escaped the initial cleanup of the archaeological site while Administrator McDowell, Science Chief Feretti, and Science Officer Lucindak coordinate the final cleanup process and the placing of force fields around contaminated areas.

Science Officer LeMorte inspects the archaeological site on TKR-117, searching for resin that may have escaped the initial cleanup. Administrator McDowell, Science Chief Feretti, and Science Officer Lucindak coordinate the final cleanup process and the placing of force fields around contaminated areas. On the station, Drs Pavilion and Belar tackle the mound of paperwork that has accumulated since Drs Lepage and McKinney left on personal business. With the departure of Ambassador Joy Two, Ambassador Drankum informs Commander Chirakis that hereafter she will be his liaison to Federation worlds in the area. After giving new meaning to the saying "when the cat's away...," Engineering Officers Coleridge and Fletcher knuckle down to work on Pylon B shield generators and the shipyard. NPC Security Officer John Apple is deemed "unprepared for Midshipman duty" by Security Chief Dabi. He is to learn the entire station schematic, all personnel aboard by name and rank, the entire treaty, and the station's complete operation protocol. 090717Aegis.txt

Greetings, A reminder that the Academy, specially scheduled to welcome European participants, begins today at 3:00 PM US Eastern Standard Time 8:00 PM in the UK Time Zone (London) 9:00 PM in the Central European Time Zone (Germany) This academy is open to all participants. The "European" designation is merely to allow our European friends to participate at a more sane hour (as opposed to 3AM or 4AM). Hope to see you there!

Because of work conflicts for both Linus and myself, the Sunday European Academy scheduled for this afternoon/evening has been canceled.

Mission Summary – Sky Harbor Aegis – 26 June 2009 Life settles to a more manageable pace on the station and in the colony. Colony Administrator Hannah McDowell prepares for the first excavation of the archaeological site, to take place as soon as the site is declared resin-free by Aegis's Chief of Science, LtCmdr Leilani Feretti. With Engineering Chief Jorahl offsite, Engineer Caelan Fletcher supervises continuing cleanup of the trilithium resin spill while discussing the project with the Administrator. On the station, Ambassador Joy Two visits Cmdr Chirakis to discuss the diplomatic situation. Drs Lepage, McKinney, Delevan, and Pavilion exchange family stories over coffee and donuts. Security takes on a whole new meaning for Security Chief Ltn Dabi as he keeps the midway safe from marauding children while the others patrol and protect. Time between games is two weeks.

Sky Harbor Aegis will play on Friday, July 3, if enough players show. Addendum: Sky Harbor Aegis sim for Friday, July 3, will be unofficial.