Tuesday 7.14.2009

[Cmdr JFarrington 0]

BACKGROUND: The Oberth-class starship Perseus has discovered a lost pre-Federation human colony, descendants of the SS Atlas launched more than 300 years ago. The colony exhibits a mix of 21st, 20th, and 19th century technology, but shows no evidence of subspace fields or warp technology.

 

MISSION BRIEFING: After an initial survey and contact, an away team has beamed down to Atlas Landing, a city on the western seaboard, dressed as natives. The away team is interested in learning the planet's history and present status, including an ongoing economic upheaval. The Prime Directive is in effect.

 

Game Master (GM) - STSF Sorehl

Game Master (GM) - Cmdr JFarrington

 

Mission Commanding Officer (MCO) - STSF Sorehl

Mission Executive Officer (MXO) - TMir

 

Chief Engineer (CENG) - Sorehl

 

Chief Medical Officer (CMO) - Lisanna

Assistant Medical Officer (AMO) - Cmdr JFarrington

 

Chief Science Officer (CSCI) - Eva Jaz

Assistant Science Officer (ASCI) - Ens Hawke

Assistant Science Officer (ASCI) - Eagle

 

Chief Security Officer (CSEC) - Vilanne

Assistant Security Officer (ASEC) - TKAR

 

 

STSF Sorehl -> =/\= =/\= BEGIN CLASSROOM SESSION =/\= =/\=

STSF Sorehl -> =/\= =/\= BEGIN CLASSROOM SESSION =/\= =/\=

Lisanna -> :: takes a seat ::

STSF Sorehl -> :::walks to the podium at the front:::

TMir -> ::sits, with her ever present mug of tea::

STSF Sorehl -> Good evening, officers.

Eva Jaz -> ::sits in the back row with a coffee::

STSF Sorehl -> Tonight's classroom topic is a bit on the philosophical side...

Lisanna -> Good evening, Captain. :: almost singsong automatic reply, but not quite ::

STSF Sorehl -> So open discussion is welcome, rather than the more typical Q&A.

Lisanna -> :: silently ponders that, curious as tot he topic ::

TKAR -> ::interesting::

Eva Jaz -> :: waves to Hawke to show that she saved him a seat::

Ens_Hawke -> ::smiles, sits next to Eva::

Cmdr JFarrington -> :slips in, hoping she's not too late:::

TKAR -> ::ready to take notes::

TMir -> ::blanking on an open discussion topic::

Lisanna -> Hmm... wonder if this is about how silence speaks volumes.

Cmdr JFarrington -> ::glance around:::

Ens_Hawke -> ::hopes it's about the required reading: Sun Tzu...::

Eva Jaz -> <<already read it! :P>>

Cmdr JFarrington -> ::tentative hand raise:::

TMir -> On fiance ground: Run

TKAR -> ::nods to cmdr.and Sorehl::

Cmdr JFarrington -> Ah. That explains it.

Lisanna -> Oh dear.

Ens_Hawke -> Busted.

TKAR -> Ilogical

Cmdr JFarrington -> ::::writes 100 times:: I. will. not. kick. the. academy. CO.::::

Cmdr JFarrington -> Re-hi, Captain.

Lisanna -> (( welcome back Captain ))

STSF Sorehl -> OK, that was more philosophical than I meant.

Lisanna -> :: chuckle ::

Eva Jaz -> ::smiles::

TMir -> WB Sorehl

STSF Sorehl -> The subject was meant to be: Starfleet Ideals and their relative importance.

TKAR -> ::Raises hand::

STSF Sorehl -> << Not sure that made it onscreen before I was unceremoniously booted >>

STSF Sorehl -> Question, TKAR?

Lisanna -> Ah... :: wouldn't ordinarily touch this one with a 2� pole, but alas ::

STSF Sorehl -> The question I put to the room is: What ideals does Starfleet promote/observe in its encounters with other species?

Eagle -> <<Is there a cerimonius booting??>>

Lisanna -> (( 2� meter pole, that is ))*

Eagle -> *<<cere>>

STSF Sorehl -> << Oh, trust me, we have an elaborate ceremony for booting. >>

Lisanna -> Respect for customs and tradition, however they clash with one's own.

Ens_Hawke -> Typically laws as well

STSF Sorehl -> Good one. A kind of cultural relativism.

STSF Sorehl -> Which we often see as "letting a race live by its own standards"

STSF Sorehl -> A sort of Prime Directive corollary.

Eagle -> ::Raises hand::

STSF Sorehl -> Eagle?

Eagle -> Oh well..was going to say ergo the prime directive

TKAR -> sir,what about a personal level does it matter more then starfleet rules?

STSF Sorehl -> While he types, let me ask: Does such respect mean overlooking violations of one's own traditions and customs?

STSF Sorehl -> Personal ideals, you mean, TKAR?

Cmdr JFarrington -> ::confused:::

Ens_Hawke -> ::marks down 'territorial claims' so he doesn't forget to bring that up later::

Lisanna -> Starfleet would usually try to give some sort of "out" to someone if their own ideals would clash in with another culture's, say in an organized ceremony.

Cmdr JFarrington -> ::cranes her neck to look at Lisanna's notes:::

TKAR -> sir, just as you stated traditions and customs are they more inportant then regulations/

TKAR -> ?

STSF Sorehl -> Excellent example, Lisanna.

Vilanne -> ::glad she's behind everyone, taking notes of their notes::

TMir -> ::raises hand::

STSF Sorehl -> As a rule, TKAR, I'd say no, but there are exceptions.

STSF Sorehl -> TMir?

Eva Jaz -> :: sipping her coffee and listening ::

TMir -> I think I can add clarification, Captain

TKAR -> ::nods to SorehL IN THAT POINT.

STSF Sorehl -> Example, TKAR, might be not making a Vulcan violate a strict vegetarian diet, depending on the circumstance.

STSF Sorehl -> Go ahead, TMir.

TMir -> The regulations governing Starfleet personnel provide the required set of laws for Starfleet personnel

Cmdr JFarrington -> ::lightbulb::

TKAR -> <<OPPS -sorry i hit the captails>>

TMir -> However, no Member of Starfleet is above local laws

Lisanna -> :: looks over to Jami, making sure her idea light is at least a CFL for the environment's sake ::

TMir -> This has been shown several times, in TOS, and TNG

STSF Sorehl -> Exactly. And "local" laws is a key point.

STSF Sorehl -> The Klingons may find it acceptable to kill one another for minor offenses, but the Federation is not required to allow such behavior within its own space or on its soil.

TMir -> ((or promotion))

STSF Sorehl -> In Klingon space, however, "local" law may permit it.

Ens_Hawke -> And what is there are territoral disputes that indicate no particular law of one specific species is in effect?

STSF Sorehl -> So, always read those travel brochures closely, kids.

Ens_Hawke -> *if

Cmdr JFarrington -> ::makes a note to stay away from Klingon space::::

Lisanna -> :: chuckles again ::

TMir -> That's where Federation Laws come into play, Hawke

STSF Sorehl -> Right, TMir. And if we're talking outside Federation space, then general principles of interstellar law apply.

Eva Jaz -> :: writes in her notes .. klingon space = no no ::

STSF Sorehl -> (Not that we actually know very many such laws.)

Cmdr JFarrington -> ::handraise:::

STSF Sorehl -> Jami?

Cmdr JFarrington -> I would imagine that not only local laws, but religious customs would come under that category?

Cmdr JFarrington -> For instance...

Cmdr JFarrington -> When there is a religious law against medical treatment it must be observed?

TKAR -> ::makes notes on the subject::

Cmdr JFarrington -> ::said as a question, not quite sure if that's part of the "ideals" he was talking about:::

STSF Sorehl -> Local law would prevail. On Federation ships, this particular example would tend to translate into respecting the patient's wishes, I believe. Or guiding customs.

Cmdr JFarrington -> ::nods understanding:::

Eva Jaz -> ::starts a new page in her note book ::

Eagle -> ::Hand raise as well::

STSF Sorehl -> But on someone else's planet, if the religious custom is clear, Starfleet would tend to acknowledge it.

STSF Sorehl -> Eagle?

TKAR -> Sir ::raises hand :: '

STSF Sorehl -> Then TKAR.

Ens_Hawke -> ::peeks over to Eva's notes, missing the last sentence::

TMir -> ::been doodling in her notebook::

STSF Sorehl -> And then we'd best be off to the holodeck. :::peeks at Jami to see if she's ready to post:::

Vilanne -> ::considers the delivery she just attended and the guy that was forced by law to be the father just because he was there on the USS Hood::

Cmdr JFarrington -> ::holds up the roster to indicate she's ready:::

Eagle -> There are examples in various ships encounters too numerous to list here,that have encountered the various customs of planets/regions etc. on STSF...they are quite informative

TKAR -> Unless you are a certain high official like anbassodor Sarek and TPAL

STSF Sorehl -> :::nods::: Examples are legion. And perhaps we shall see one tonight...

STSF Sorehl -> Not sure I follow, TKAR, but let's hold that thought for post-sim.

TMir -> Greaaaat.....

STSF Sorehl -> Jami? :::steps back:::

Cmdr JFarrington -> ::stands::

Cmdr JFarrington -> =/\==/\= STAR FLEET ACADEMY ROSTER =/\==/\=

Cmdr JFarrington -> =/\==/\= 7/14/2009=/\==/\=

Cmdr JFarrington -> .

Cmdr JFarrington -> Game Master (GM) - STSF Sorehl

Cmdr JFarrington -> Game Master (GM) - Cmdr JFarrington

Cmdr JFarrington -> .

Cmdr JFarrington -> Mission Commanding Officer (MCO) - STSF Sorehl

Cmdr JFarrington -> .

Cmdr JFarrington -> Mission Executive Officer (MXO) - TMir

Cmdr JFarrington -> Chief Medical Officer (CMO) - Lisanna

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Cmdr JFarrington -> Assistant Medical Officer (AMO) - Cmdr JFarrington

Cmdr JFarrington -> Chief Science Officer (CSCI) - Eva Jaz

Cmdr JFarrington -> Assistant Science Officer (ASCI) - Ens Hawke

Cmdr JFarrington -> .

Cmdr JFarrington -> Assistant Science Officer (ASCI) - Eagle

Cmdr JFarrington -> Chief Security Officer (CSEC) - Vilanne

Cmdr JFarrington -> Assistant Security Officer (ASEC) - TKAR

Cmdr JFarrington -> .

Cmdr JFarrington -> If you are not on the roster and wish to have a post, please send me one PM now.

Cmdr JFarrington -> .

Cmdr JFarrington -> =/\==/\=END ROSTER=/\==/\=

Cmdr JFarrington -> =/\==/\=END ROSTER=/\==/\=

Cmdr JFarrington -> ::steps back for Sorehl:::

STSF Sorehl -> Thanks, Jami.

STSF Sorehl -> :::gestures to the holodeck as it opens to an urban scene::: Places, everyone.

STSF Sorehl -> BACKGROUND: The Oberth-class starship Perseus has discovered a lost pre-Federation human colony, descendents of the SS Atlas launched more than 300 years ago. The colony exhibits a mix of 21st, 20th, and 19th century technology, but shows no evidence of subspace fields or warp technology.

STSF Sorehl -> MISSION BRIEFING: After an initial survey and contact, an away team has beamed down to Atlas Landing, a city on the western seaboard, dressed as natives. The away team is interested in learning the planet's history and present status, including an ongoing economic upheaval. The Prime Directive is in effect.

STSF Sorehl -> :::gives folks a chance to read and get oriented before...:::

STSF Sorehl -> =/\= =/\= BEGIN SIM =/\= =/\=

STSF Sorehl -> =/\= =/\= BEGIN SIM =/\= =/\=

STSF Sorehl -> =/\= =/\= BEGIN SIM =/\= =/\=

Cmdr JFarrington -> ::has read it and slips on her <AMO> ::::

TMir -> MXO> ::looks around the alleyway::

Vilanne -> < CSEC > ::finds X and closes the cardboard cutout, taking it's place::

STSF Sorehl -> << It's always an alleyway, isn't it? I'm so predictable. >>

Lisanna -> <CMO> :: in her local garb, all signs of 24th Century Starfleet tucked away inside pockets ::

Eagle -> ::Takes his place along with the AT...any equipment well hidden,and taking passive scans::

TMir -> ((Easier that way...unless you want a cloaked Bird of Prey in Golden Gate Park))

Vilanne -> < CSEC > <ASEC> Just blend in, no weapons... no technology. ::smiles at TKar:: Keep to the back, bring up the rear of the group, ok?

Ens_Hawke -> <ASCI1> ::adjusts cloak::

Cmdr JFarrington -> <AMO> ::standing next to Lisanna, eager to impress the experienced CMO:::

Eagle -> *<Asci>

Eva Jaz -> <CSCI>:: at her station analysing sensor data::

Ens_Hawke -> <<Are you on the ship Eva?>>

Lisanna -> <CMO> <AMO> Ah, you can smell a bit of the salt water in the breeze, even in an alleyway.

Eagle -> <<nope>>

TMir -> ((Safe to assume we're all on the planet))

STSF Sorehl -> << All players are on the Away Team, down on the planet. >>

Eagle -> <<I guess>>

TKAR -> <AsecI><CSEC>yes sir,what about having phaser on stun?

Eva Jaz -> <<I 'm lost again .. sorry ! >>

TMir -> MXO> ::walks out of the alleyway::

Lisanna -> <CMO> :: turns to face the wall and pulls out ther tric; places it on silent mode and, with it set for continuous scan and store, tucks it back into her light windbreaker ::

STSF Sorehl -> ACTION: The street seems a bit busy, with levitating cars moving by slowly, several people on the pavement.

Cmdr JFarrington -> <AMO> ::deep breath::: <CMO> Sure can. Reminds me of home. ::small sigh::

TMir -> MXO> CMO> Reminds me of Market Street..

STSF Sorehl -> <CENG> :::pulls his native trenchcoat closed, looking chilled:::

Eagle -> <Asci><Csci> Chief there is a definite cross of time and cultures present...data does indicate a definite prewarp civilazation

Vilanne -> < CSEC > <ASEC> Nope, TKar, just keep it in your belt, under your cloak. No weapons means no weapons. If we get into trouble, we do have hand-to hand-.

Eva Jaz -> <CSCI>:: looking around stealthly taking scans::

Ens_Hawke -> <ASCI1><MCO> Should we try and find a library or something?

TMir -> MXO> AT> We'll split up; be les obvious that way.

Cmdr JFarrington -> <AMO> ::iz not scanning 'caz we're not asposed to:::

Lisanna -> <CMO> <MXO> :: chuckles :: Don't say "market" you'll get me in the mood to shop.

STSF Sorehl -> <CENG><XO> :::hearing ASCI::: Libraries and computer banks, then?

TMir -> MXO> CSCI> Eva, take part of the team, locate the local library.

Eva Jaz -> <CSCI><ASCI> ::my data indicates the same ::

Vilanne -> < CSEC > ::moves up near the front of the group, taking in the area and people::

TMir -> MXO> CENG> Afirmative

Eva Jaz -> <CSCI><MXO> Aye ...

TKAR -> <ASEC1><CSEC>Yes sir,i understand ::Has phaser on off cycle;hidden::

Eagle -> <<no equipment then?>>

Ens_Hawke -> <ASCI1><CSCI> Can I tag along?

TMir -> MXO> CSEC> Vil, detach part of your team to go with Eva and her team

STSF Sorehl -> ACTION: This city has a couple of tall buildings, but only a few qualify as skyscapers. Transports appear to be confined to the ground - none flying around.

Lisanna -> <CMO> :: waiting to see who wants who to go where ::

Eva Jaz -> <CSCI>::nods to ASCI1::

Vilanne -> < CSEC > ::nods to the MXO:: Sure Commander. ::moves over to TKar:: Go with Eva and her team. No technology, ok? Keep them safe.

Eagle -> <Asci><Csci> After you ..sir

TMir -> MXO> AT> The rest of us will try to find the hall of records.

Cmdr JFarrington -> <AMO> ::glance around::: <CMO> Kinda weird. Hovercars but no tall buildings. Strange mix of technology.

Eva Jaz -> <CSCI>:: awaits for everybody to be ready ::

STSF Sorehl -> <CENG> :::moves toward Eva, unless directed otherwise:::

Ens_Hawke -> <ASCI1>::lines up behind Eva::

TMir -> CSCI> MXO> Eva, take Hawke, Sorehl, Tkar and Jami with you

Lisanna -> <CMO> <AMO> That seems to be the order of the day here.

Cmdr JFarrington -> <AMO> ::booyeah..Sorehl:::

Eva Jaz -> <CSCI><MXO> Yes sir! :: motions to the other to follow::

TMir -> (This way we can kill both GMs, Jami lol ))

TKAR -> <ASEC>::Talking the point::<CSEC>yes sir, only arm to arm cambat the last resort.

Eva Jaz -> *others

STSF Sorehl -> ACTION: In addition to ocean scents, there is the definite smell of commerce, including smelters and factories.

Eagle -> <Asci><Mxo> With you then sir...::stands next to the Mxo::

TMir -> MXO> AT> Everyone remember where we parked...

TKAR -> <<Ha ha>>

STSF Sorehl -> << For clarity, Eva's team let's adopt the @ symbol before our comments. >>

Lisanna -> <CMO> <MXO> At least this alley doesn't have the rats the last one did.

Eagle -> <Asci>::grins:: Tmir> Aye sir...

TMir -> MXO> CMO> True. And the city feels a little more vibrant that the other one

Eagle -> *<mxo>

Cmdr JFarrington -> @<AMO> ::tags along with Eva:::

STSF Sorehl -> @ <CENG><CSCI> Now, where would they put the Hall of Records around here? :::looks out of the alleyway:::

Lisanna -> <CMO> <MXO> Let's hope less suspicious, too. Did we manage to mapquest the Hall of Records location?

Eva Jaz -> @<CSCI><"her team"> We seem to be in an industrial zone .. I suggest we try to make our way back to a more central part of the city since buildings like librairy "normally" tend to be there

Cmdr JFarrington -> @<AMO> <CENG> In the library, maybe?

TMir -> MXO> :: starts walking..:: I believe so...at least I think we did.

Eva Jaz -> @<CSCI><CENG> Definitly not in a alleyway :: smiles and start walking ::

Vilanne -> < CSEC > ::moving along with the MXO and crew::

STSF Sorehl -> @ <CENG><CSCI> :::nods::: Let's do it.

Lisanna -> <CMO> :: follows ::

Ens_Hawke -> @<ASCI><CSCI> Maybe look for trees or something? When I think downtown I think parks.

Eagle -> <Asci><Mxo> It appears they are a very industrious sort::sniffing the stench in the air::

TMir -> MXO> ::pulls out the stereotypical folded roadmap::

Eva Jaz -> @<CSCI>:: makes her way up a larger street ::

Vilanne -> < CSEC > ::observing the item that the MXO pulled out, with an eyebrow raised:: Where did you pick that up?

STSF Sorehl -> @<CENG> :::follows:::

TMir -> MXO> (m) Ah...ok

Lisanna -> <CMO> :: looking around almost lazily, just soaking up the local ambience ::

TKAR -> <ASEC1>::starts walking in a different direction::<all> maybe we should try their food and maybe trade for some items that they have.

TMir -> MXO> CSEC> Had it replicated, Vilanne. Seems less obvious than using a tricorder

Eva Jaz -> @<CSCI>:: looks around noticing that the artchitecture becomes less industrial looking :: < " her team" > Looks like we're heading in the "nice part of town now Keep an eye open for a university or a librairy

Eagle -> <Asci><Mxo> Schools or centers of higher learning on the map sir?

STSF Sorehl -> @ <CENG> :::gestures toward a cluster of trees and some sculpture::: That's looking public-like.

Lisanna -> <CMO> :: peeks over at the map :: <MXO> That's no fun, you didn't mark it with a big red X.

TMir -> MXO> ::starts heading towards downtown, as well:: ASCI> Inded

Cmdr JFarrington -> @<AMO> ::adjusts her local garb as they move along, tossing the shawl more comfortably over her shoulders and glancing around, peeking into store windows, taking note of their wares:::

TMir -> MXO> CMO> How...cliche, Lisana

Eva Jaz -> @<CSCI><ASCI1> the mixture of technologies from different era is fascinating

STSF Sorehl -> ACTION: Near TMir's team, there's a screeching sounds like the brakes of a train or subway.

Lisanna -> <CMO> <MXO> :: grins :: We may be hunting for data, but it's still treausre.

Lisanna -> <CMO> :: winces at the screech ::

Ens_Hawke -> <ASCI1><CSCI> Indeed. I wonder if we're the first contact they've had since the crash....?

Vilanne -> < CSEC > ::doesn't jump, but does turn abruptly to see what the noise is::

Ens_Hawke -> *@

TMir -> MXO> ::arches an eyebrow::

TKAR -> <ASEC1<@>>::What the?::

Eagle -> <Asci>::loosely following trying to look normal...but not too normal::

STSF Sorehl -> @ <CENG> The whole thing looks mid 20th Century, except for the mag-lift cars.

Lisanna -> <CMO> :: looks around for the source of the offending noise ::

Cmdr JFarrington -> @<AMO> ::moves closer to the head of the line::::

TMir -> MXO> At least they seem to have some sort of mass transit system...noisy as it may be

Vilanne -> < CSEC > ::whispers to anyone within earshot:: Guess they don't have sensor technology to avoid such accidents?

Eva Jaz -> @<CSCI>:: notices a large building with columns reminiscent of ancient greece :: <"her team"> Let's check if this is a librairy architects seem to prefer pantheon looking buildings for librairies ... and if it's not well at least it 's a starter::

STSF Sorehl -> ACTION: Near TMir's team, a crowd of people emerge from stairs that lead down below the street. They spill out in various directions, many toward a nearby factory with blazing smokestacks.

Eagle -> <Asci><Mxo> Aye sir...if memory serves ...they used to call those transit trains

Lisanna -> <CMO> <MXO> Apparently funding from fares isn't enough for proper upkeep.

Ens_Hawke -> @<ASCI1><CENG> We had mag tech that far back. We just didn't use it properly at the time...

Eva Jaz -> @<CSCI>:: makes her way towards the building::

TMir -> MXO> Ah...

Lisanna -> <CMO> :: watches the underground exodus :: Must be an Underground down there.

Ens_Hawke -> @<ASCI1> ::follows Chief Jaz::

STSF Sorehl -> @ <CENG><ASCI1> True. These people were able to start from scratch.

TMir -> XO> CMO> Probably. Might as well ride instead of walking

STSF Sorehl -> @ <CENG> :::follows:::

Vilanne -> < CSEC > A town, perhaps?

Cmdr JFarrington -> @<AMO> ::following along as well:::

Eva Jaz -> << I feel important! hahahh>>

Cmdr JFarrington -> @<feeling the power, Eva?>

Lisanna -> <CMO> <MXO> :: jingles her share of the local currency in her pockets :: True. I'll look out, see if they have map of the network down there so we can figure out which station to pop out at.

TKAR -> <ASEC1>::Checks money pouch::<ALL>should we try to purchase something in this store.

TMir -> XO> CSEC> Train system, Vilanne. I believe New York and London never upgraded to maglev technology after all these years

Cmdr JFarrington -> @<AMO> ::huh::: <ASEC> I thought we were looking for the library.

Eva Jaz -> @<CSCI>:: confirms that the building is indeed a librairy :: < more to herself> Architects have NO imagination!

STSF Sorehl -> @ <CENG> Hey... look at that. :::notes sign which says "Atlas Landing Museum: The Early Years":::

Cmdr JFarrington -> @<AMO> ::ascending the library stairs::::

Vilanne -> < CSEC > ::considers how unsafe underground transportation has always been::

TKAR -> <<question which group am i in>>

Cmdr JFarrington -> <You're with Eva and a @>

Eagle -> <Asci>::Watching and observing:: <Mxo> Sir...apparently we have arrived in conjunction with work shifts::points at the crowds heading for the factories::

TKAR -> <<thanks>>

STSF Sorehl -> @ <CENG><CSCI> You sure know how to pick libraries. This one seems specialized.

Cmdr JFarrington -> <yep?

Lisanna -> <CMO> :: heads down the steps, notes one Underground map left in a box and snags it ::

Cmdr JFarrington -> <yep, that is>

Eva Jaz -> @<CSCI><CENG> :: points to the smaller sign:: Archive collection : open to the public ::

Ens_Hawke -> @<ASCI1><CSCI> That's convienent!

TMir -> CMO> ASCI> Probably. However, I say we take the train and head downtoen

TMir -> ^town

Lisanna -> <CMO> :: opens it, looks through ::

TMir -> ((bloody typonese)

Eva Jaz -> @<CSCI><CENG> well no time to get picky! :: smiles and enters the building::

STSF Sorehl -> ACTION: There is a citywide announcement on several large building monitors signalling "SHIFT CHANGE".

Eagle -> <Asci><Mxo> Sir?

Vilanne -> < CSEC > ::points up to the monitor:: Yep, you are right... Shift Change.

STSF Sorehl -> @ <CENG> :::follows, holding the door open for Jami and TKAR:::

Eva Jaz -> @<CSCI>::notices the large monitor in the all , motions for everyone to stop ::

Cmdr JFarrington -> @<AMO> :::looking around as the enter the library::: stops at Eva's command::

TMir -> XO> ::eyes the monitors:: How...Orwellian...

Lisanna -> <CMO> <MXO> Oh good, this one heads all the way through to 24th Street Station, which looks like a good place, near Atlas Landing Municipal Building.

Ens_Hawke -> @<ASCI1> ::freezes::

TMir -> XO> CMO> Good.

Cmdr JFarrington -> @<AMO> ::doing her best to look like a casual visitor:::

TMir -> (( ::wonders if the phrase "Exact Change Only" will be used sometime tonight:: ))

Eagle -> <Asci><Mxo> merely an observation...but notice how avid and driven they are...almost like cattle.

STSF Sorehl -> @ <CENG> :::notices a whole series of papers along the wall related to "Work Regulations", "Need Requisition Forms", and "Opportunity Equalization Requests":::

TKAR -> @<ASEC1>,<CSEC>Look sovenears,o no snow globes.

Cmdr JFarrington -> @<AMO> ::peeks down the book stacks:::

Lisanna -> <CMO> :: heads to one of the machines where others line up and deposit their coins and get a ticket in return; lines behind ::

Cmdr JFarrington -> <TKAR, we're in the library>

Eva Jaz -> @<CSCI>::quietly :: <to all > spread around so we don't look too suspicious but until we know what that :: pointing to the monitor :: means i;m not sure we should go further , well for the time being at least

TKAR -> <OPPS>

TMir -> XO> ASCI> (q) I've noticed that as well...

STSF Sorehl -> @ <CENG> :::nods at CSCI orders, motions to Hawke to head with him:::

Vilanne -> <<I'm not with your group TKar, you are the only security officer with Eva and the @'s>>

Ens_Hawke -> @<ASCI1><CSCI> Aye. ::meanders around the stairs, then heads to CENG::

Vilanne -> < CSEC > ::watching people drop klinkity things into the machine:: We don't have any of those, Commander.

Eva Jaz -> @<CSCI>:: looks at the booklets in her vicinity while keeping an eye on the monitor::

TMir -> ((So, I guess we're the @-nots?))

Lisanna -> <CMO> :: shuffles along in the line until it's her turn, deposits the properly numbered coin into the slot and watches it spit a ticket out a second later; takes it, resists the urge to giggle over the neat anachronism ::

Cmdr JFarrington -> @<AMO> ::wanders through the stacks:::

Vilanne -> <<LOL>>

STSF Sorehl -> @ <CENG><ASCI1> Are those... museum displays at the center of those bookshelves?

Eagle -> <Asci>::looking over a posted map at the station entrance/egress...::Points at the you are here circle::

Cmdr JFarrington -> @<AMO> ::looking for information on the development of the colony:::::

TMir -> XO> ::does the same as Lis:: Last time I did this, I was on leave in London...

Vilanne -> < CSEC > ::holds hand out to the others:: Coins?

Ens_Hawke -> @<ASCI1><CENG> It looks like it. Maybe they have a...brochure around here somewhere? Or perhaps a wall map. That might help us out.

Lisanna -> <CMO> :: waits on the other side for everyone else to get through, flips a coin to Vil ::

Eagle -> <Asci>::Following suit as well...completely facinated::

STSF Sorehl -> ACTION: Eva's group finds a wealth of books discussing the founding of Atlas Landing, and discussing the establishment of the colony.

Eva Jaz -> @<CSCI>:: notices the old fashion card index boxes and sighs before moving towards them ::

Vilanne -> < CSEC > ::deftly catches in the air::

STSF Sorehl -> ACTION: There are also displays of the SS Atlas itself, a small scale model.

Vilanne -> < CSEC > ::drops it, grabs ticket and goes through with through with the others::

Ens_Hawke -> @<ASCI1><CENG> Look at this display of the SS Atas! ::points::

Eva Jaz -> @<CSCI>:: pulls a card from the index written History of Atlas Landing::

Cmdr JFarrington -> @<AMO> :pulls one off the A list::: <all, in a whisper> Wow...an atlas on the Atlas.

Lisanna -> <CMO> :: hears another train motoring along the tracks, and after a moment sees the headlights round a bend in the tunnel as it comes in, screeching to a stop :: Here's our ride!

Cmdr JFarrington -> @<AMO> ::quick turn to peek out of the stacks to see what Hawke is talking about:: Oh, wow. How neat.

Eagle -> <Asci><Xo> Suggest we try to blend in<q>

Vilanne -> < CSEC > ::grits teeth as the brakes come on:::

Cmdr JFarrington -> @<AMO> ::mutes her voice as the monitor makes a shhhhh signal::::

TMir -> XO> ASCI> (q) That we're doing, Mr Eagle

STSF Sorehl -> ACTION: In the Underground, the train doors open and hundreds of people spill into the station.

TKAR -> <ASEC1>:: Starts looking around finds a history book for children and some snow globes::<Sales person>Excuse me can i buy these items?

Eva Jaz -> @<CSCI>::chuckles quietly and motions to whoever is standing close from her team :: <"her team " >I've found the reference book on their history Row 142 shelf BB

Lisanna -> <CMO> :: in line behind the other train ons, watches as the train vomits out people into the station before heading into the train herself behind some tired-looking locals ::

STSF Sorehl -> @ <CENG> :::moves to a global map showing establishment dates for the major cities:::

Vilanne -> < CSEC > ::getting pushed away from the train, almost separating from the group, but keeps firm on her feet and near the others::

TMir -> XO> ::fights her way agains the flow of bodies::

STSF Sorehl -> ACTION: As TMir's group heads toward the train, a loud tone sounds once. Fairly security klaxon-like.

Ens_Hawke -> @<ASCI1> ::pulls a book on 'Magnetic Levitation Technology'::

Eagle -> <Asci>:: Agape with the flood of people...meanders close to the side,and finally boards the A train post people flood::

Vilanne -> < CSEC > ::alarmed:: Does not sound good. ::looks around quickly for signs of trouble::

Eva Jaz -> @<CSCI>:: puts back the index card back in it's place and walks toward the book rows looking for row 142::

TMir -> XO> ::pauses for a moment, and looks around:: Oh boy...

Lisanna -> <CMO> :: hears the tone after setting first foot onto the train, looks to see what the other locals do about it and reacts a second behind them their way ::

STSF Sorehl -> @ <CENG> :::looks to Hawke::: Looks like some of the cities developed concentrically from here, but a few leaped out to distant parts of the planet.

Eagle -> <Asci>::Looks at the XO:: Xo> Uh oh

TKAR -> <ASEC1>::hands the person the planets money for the items ::<sales person>Thank you.

STSF Sorehl -> ACTION: In the train station, a lot of the passengers look up, startled and uncertain.

TMir -> XO> ::paused in the doorway:

Vilanne -> < CSEC > <w to everyone> blend, quickly

Lisanna -> <CMO> :: is looking up, startled and uncertain ::

Eva Jaz -> @<CSCI>:: hits the jackpot in the for of a massive book entitled " all you ever wanted to know about Atlas Landing but was too scared to ask " ::

Lisanna -> <CMO> :: which isn't much of a stretch, really ::

Vilanne -> <<LOL Eva!>>

STSF Sorehl -> ACTION: The alert sounds again, then a pleasant face and voice on the underground viewer.

Ens_Hawke -> @<ASCI><CENG> I wonder why. Does it say there are unique resources or geographical differences?

TMir -> XO> CSEC> (q) I am...I'm confused like they are

Eva Jaz -> <<Sorry had to do it ! >>

Eagle -> <Asci>::Gently nudges the XO out of the door and blends them in with the others looking up::

TMir -> XO> :is nudged::

Eva Jaz -> @<CSCI>::grabs the heavy book and walks back to the rest of the team ::

TKAR -> <ASEC1>::follows the group out the door::

STSF Sorehl -> Underground Viewer> Warning. Security has learned of a civil emergency at the Righton Smelter.

Ens_Hawke -> @<ASCI1> ::looks up at an approaching Eva::

Cmdr JFarrington -> @ <AMO> ::Leafing through the book she found:::

Lisanna -> <CMO> :: as the locals turn to look at the pleasant voice/face on the viewer, does so as well ::

Eagle -> <Asci><Xo> <q> Remember we are inconspicous..sir::grins::

Cmdr JFarrington -> @ <AMO> ::looks up as Eva approaches::::

TMir -> XO> ::watching the screen::

Eva Jaz -> @<CSCI><ASCI1> Can you grab this for me .. it;s reallly heavy! :: motions towards a free table in the corner:: put it there

TMir -> XO> ::eyebrow arched::

Vilanne -> < CSEC > Oh my... ::reacts like those around her::

Eagle -> <Asci>::watrching...and listening::

STSF Sorehl -> @ <CENG><ASCI1> The whole topographies on here. Bauxite near this city, copper in the mountains near New Denver. Heavy agriculture near Bei-shan Prime.

Ens_Hawke -> @<ASCI1> ::runs and grabs the book from Eva; walks and puts it on the table:: <CSCI> You...just...have to lift with the groin....

TKAR -> <ASEC1>::walks with the group::

STSF Sorehl -> Underground Viewer> Citizens are cautioned to avoid this sector of the city. Workers are asked to return to their dwelling units until the situation can be corrected.

Eva Jaz -> @<CSCI>::raised her eyebrows in a puzzled expression and turns her attentiontowards the book ::

TMir -> XO> Alrighty then...

TMir -> XO> @-nots> Everyone back on the trean

Cmdr JFarrington -> @ <AMO> ::oblivious of the problem at the smelter:::watching Sorehl explain his find to Eva:::

STSF Sorehl -> ACTION: Beyond the underground, there is a sound of klaxons outside, up the stairs. There's loud shouting and crashing.

Vilanne -> < CSEC > MXO> W> Contaminants, perhaps? I worry for our safety.

Eagle -> <Asci><Xo/Csec/Cmo> And where is that from here? <q>

TMir -> XO> ::pulls out the map::

TKAR -> ::<ASEC1><@> Watches and tries to keep everyone safe::

Ens_Hawke -> @<ASCI1><CENG> That makes sense. Some of the walls look like they're fused with copper.

Lisanna -> <CMO> :: expects all the train peoples who just got out to try to come back on, hurries and grabs a seat ::

Cmdr JFarrington -> Bystander> ::headshake at TMir, muttering:: Tourists.

STSF Sorehl -> ACTION: Some passengers scream on the other end of the platform. Toward the end of the train, bright light and loud hissing can be heard.

TMir -> XO> Everyone back on teh train now!

Lisanna -> <CMO> Oh dear.

STSF Sorehl -> < 1 minute >

Vilanne -> < CSEC > ::listens to, and herds everyone on XO's orders::

Eva Jaz -> @<CSCI><CENG><ASCI1>::noding towards the book :: this says that there is a large metalurgic industry , a big part of the local economy is in the transformation of metals

Eagle -> <Asci><Xo> <q> Sir...perhaps on board::steps onboard and gets seating next to the CMO::

STSF Sorehl -> ACTION: The crowd rushes away from the light at the back of the train, many people surging up toward the stairs.

Lisanna -> <CMO> <MXO> I think the train might be the problem. :: watching people get back off the train ::

TMir -> XO> (m) Aw crud

Ens_Hawke -> @<ASCI1><CSCI> Looks like they haven't been able to reverse engineer the engines from the Atlas...

Cmdr JFarrington -> @ <AMO> ::scrutinizing the walls:::

Eagle -> <Asci>::Has a very bad feeling::

STSF Sorehl -> @ <CENG> :::interested in Eva's report, moves closer for a look:::

TKAR -> <Asec1><2>@::smiles at the children going by::

TMir -> XO> CMO> Indeed... Everyone out! Go! Go! GO!

Vilanne -> < CSEC > <w> ::whispers and follows them:: go with... go...

STSF Sorehl -> @ <CENG><ASCI> Is there any mention of subspace technology at all?

Eagle -> <Asci>::Already out and heading for the landing::

Lisanna -> <CMO> :: really wants to look at her tricorder now, but will wait until later, if there is a later; squishes in with the panicking riders and elbows her way to the doors ::

STSF Sorehl -> And...

STSF Sorehl -> =/\= =/\= PAUSE SIM =/\= =/\=

STSF Sorehl -> =/\= =/\= PAUSE SIM =/\= =/\=

STSF Sorehl -> BTW, no mention of subspace tech in any of the reading.

Vilanne -> ::dresses behind curtain, short tunic, poofy flip-doo and tall boots::

STSF Sorehl -> The authors seem uncertain about how the Atlas was able to achieve faster-than-light speeds, or make no mention of it.

STSF Sorehl -> And that hissing sound in the subway...?

STSF Sorehl -> Molten aluminum breaking through from the above-ground factory.

STSF Sorehl -> There goes the Days Without a Safety Incident board.

STSF Sorehl -> We'll see if we can pick up around the same spot next week.

Cmdr JFarrington -> How close was the library to the underground? Close enough for us to hear the commotion on the street? Or, if not close, would we have been informed of the emergency as well?

STSF Sorehl -> For next week, we'll likely start hearing something at the library.

STSF Sorehl -> But we specifically DIDN'T get the warning message in our part of town.

STSF Sorehl -> It's not a very GOOD urban warning system, is it?

STSF Sorehl -> Well, that's all I had. Any more questions for us?

STSF Sorehl -> OK, dismissed!