Qob: Tranquility 1/9/11

[Joe Manning 0]

Shane -> Troy and I had just left the safe house heading who knows where.

Joe Manning -> By now, the former prisoners have geared up and left the Guardian station. They may have met up with Shane by now, depending on what Pher plans to do exactly ...

Dash_Andrews -> I take it we're doing the posing as guards thing?

STSF_Nickles -> So we have been released, Correct?

Joe Manning -> Yes to both

Joe Manning -> You're in Guardian uniform

Joe Manning -> You're probably in the vicinity of the supply depot where the medical supplies are being kept. Unless you had something different in mind, Pher?

Pher -> Nope. Joining up with those waiting at the depot was on the agenda.

Joe Manning -> BEGIN SIM

Dash_Andrews -> ::feeling itchy::

STSF_Nickles -> :: in Gardian uniform:: Im glad we do not have these things as Our uniforms.

Joe Manning -> ::Slips into the supply depot warehouse. Wearing a hooded trenchcoat and carrying a metal briefcase::

Pher -> Anybody home?

Dash_Andrews -> We have uniforms?

Shane -> ::looking generally annoyed with his big robotic arm sticking out of the torn off sleeve and shoulder::

Joe Manning -> ::Into the relative darkness:: I've got a delivery for an Orion slave girl.

Pher -> Yes. Can't guarantee fit.

Dash_Andrews -> ::Aside:: Get more attention if we were delivering the slave girls...

Shane -> ::grumbles at the sound of more uniforms::

Pher -> Do we want attention?

Joe Manning -> ::Lowers the hood as he circles a stack of crates to join up with the others::

Joe Manning -> ::Holds up the briefcase:: One control board for a Klingon Bird of Prey's impulse thrusters.

Dash_Andrews -> ::shrugs:: He's the one shouting in to the dark...

STSF_Nickles -> Joe, ::relieved he was released also: So thats where it is.

Shane -> ::whips out his pistol at the sound of Joe::

Pher -> :: Looks at the token real Guardian :: How far in might you get us with uniforms and charm?

Shane -> ::lowers it when he reckognizes the voice::

Pher -> Shane... He's on our side. I'm fairly sure. :: Smiles ::

Joe Manning -> ::Shane:: A pistol fight with a man whose hands are full ain't fair, Shane.

STSF_Nickles -> Shane put the weapon away for the time being

Joe Manning -> So, which one of you's got the knowhow to install this thing?

Shane -> ::holsters it:: One of these days you thank me...::steps back and scratches at his uniform::

STSF_Nickles -> Joe who are we to meet with the case?

Joe Manning -> ::Nickles:: The other green lady in our lives, Chris. The birdy-lookin' one.

Dash_Andrews -> I can transplant a Kidney... but where's the vulcan when you need her

Shane -> ::waits for someone else to answer, then speaks to Joe:: I can figure it out.

STSF_Nickles -> ::gives Joe a look:: Your kidding. ... right??

Joe Manning -> ::Looks at Shane:: ... really? ::Holds the case out to him::

Joe Manning -> ::Nickles:: I don't think Minos'll be expecting a speeder car to pick him up, Chris.

Shane -> ::steps up and takes the case:: These Klingon systems are crude, but almost barbaric in their simplicity.

Dash_Andrews -> They have to be... we're talking about Klingons fixing things

Joe Manning -> ::Shane:: Well, William probably won't be far behind anyway.

Shane -> ::opens it up and looks the part over with an experienced eye:: Little worse for wear, but it should run.

Joe Manning -> ::Pher:: The Guardians ain't far behind. As soon as they get here you can head out. You need me to do anything in the city?

Pher -> Nope. I figure the fewer wrinkles at this point the better, and I'm expecting the 'diversions' to start kicking in. Everyone staying close seems to be for the best.

Pher -> I'd like to start in as soon as I can talk over a few things with the Guardians.

Joe Manning -> Lawman Kravitz> ::Enters the warehouse with three other Lawmen, all in riot gear::

Pher -> The further we can get without making a ruckus, the better.

Shane -> ::blows away some dust and flicks some grime off before closing the case,holding it in his organic left hand::

Pher -> :: Nods to Kravitz ::

Joe Manning -> Speakin' of that ... ::Grins and looks over the group::

STSF_Nickles -> We have company

Joe Manning -> Ol' Savoy's gonna let the Sheriffs mannin' the fleet in orbit in on our plan

Joe Manning -> So ... when Qob lifts off, they're gonna pretend like the ship is cloaked.

Pher -> Good.

Shane -> ::the claws of his bionic open with a soft whin at the sight of the guardians::

Pher -> :: Nods ::

Joe Manning -> Seein' as how the ship can't really cloak and all. ::Looks toward Kravitz::

Dash_Andrews -> The old cloak still works on this thing... why do we need an armada to be tipped off. Sounds like to many ears with mouths to me

Joe Manning -> Bein' on the inside, Minos won't know the difference.

Dash_Andrews -> ...

Joe Manning -> ::Dash:: That's just a rumor that keeps gettin' spread around. You should know better'n to listen to that stuff, Doc.

Dash_Andrews -> ::nods::

Joe Manning -> Besides, keeps the hag happy. She can sit nice and comfy knowin' you won't take off with Minos.

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> ::Frowns at Joe's comment and looks at Pher:: My men are ready, Ma'am. Whenever you give the 'Proceed'

STSF_Nickles -> ::watches the Gardians:: Pher you be alright alone?

Pher -> I'd like everyone to stay together.

STSF_Nickles -> If your sure you will be alright.

Joe Manning -> ::Nickles:: You lookin' to dodge the danger, Chris? Or a certain bald-headed friend of yours?

Pher -> :: to Kravitz :: I'd like you to take effective lead to get as close to the ship as possible without causing trouble.

STSF_Nickles -> ::glares at Joe." shes NO freind trust me.

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> Will we be proceeding through the tunnels or topside?

Pher -> If we're turned back, we'll ad lib, but I'd like to start oug going in obvious and topside.

Pher -> And you'd be able to work that more effectively than me. I'm too green. Agreeable? If you don't think that'll work, say so now.

Cmdr JFarrington -> <Enjoy, Qob. Thanks for letting me watch.>

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> ::Nods:: Understood. ::Lifts his weapon arm and taps his ODRI:: I'll send you a secure channel you can use to keep in touch.

Dash_Andrews -> ::plays his cane back and forth through his hands... impatiently::

Pher -> Very good.

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> ::Nods to his men:: Take up positions at the entrance and wait for the go-ahead.

Pher -> Audrey, catch the channel, please.

Pher -> :: Looks about at the Qob people. :: Anyone not coming along?

Pher -> I'd like us all to stay together and keep it simple.

Shane -> ::looks around at the others::

Joe Manning -> ::Reaches into the trenchcoat pocket and pulls out Troy's detonator::

Joe Manning -> ::Pher:: Get in touch and let me know if you think you could use this.

Pher -> Give it to shane for the moment, Joe.

Joe Manning -> ::Pulls the hood back over his head::

Pher -> OK, all, let's go.

Pher -> :: Takes her position towards he middle of the group ::

Pher -> :: Nods to Kravitz ::

Joe Manning -> ::Holds the detonator out to Shane:: Don't get any ideas about usin' it before I've had a chance to clear the place.

STSF_Nickles -> ::walks with Joe::

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> ::Waves to the other Lawman and proceeds out of the warehouse::

Dash_Andrews -> ::Forms up with the others

Shane -> ::just raises an eyebrow at Joe and takes the remote in the claws of his bionic::

Joe Manning -> ::Nickles:: This is where we part ways, Chris. Watch Pher's back.

STSF_Nickles -> Are you Sure Joe?

Joe Manning -> I think Minos is expectin' me to be dead or stranded in the city. He wants me out of the picture in any event.

Joe Manning -> ::Nods to Chris at the warehouse entrance::

STSF_Nickles -> :: nods:: As you say. ::turns and goes to follow Pher and her troup::

Pher -> :: Pher follows, letting Kraitz take lead ::

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> +Pher+ The port bridge is just up ahead Ma'am. The crowd is pretty thick up there, and we aren't on good terms with the locals right now.

Dash_Andrews -> ::To Nickles about Joe:: Couldn't we lock on to his ODRI and beam him out once we're aboard?

Shane -> ::takes up position in the rear of the group as usual::

STSF_Nickles -> :: moves towards the entrance::

Shane -> ::to Dash:: With what? A transporter?

STSF_Nickles -> We can try. I have to watch Phers back you watch Joes.

Dash_Andrews -> No a grappling hook and a shotgun... y'know... you're style

Dash_Andrews -> Me? I thought I was going with you guys

Shane -> Wait a minute, you guys have a transporter? Those were banned years ago.

Pher -> +Kravitz+ Let's try to take it mellow. If you think it isn't going to fly, say so now, and we can try going down to the mud, but I don't want to spend the time for that.

Pher -> No transporter. That's long gone.

Dash_Andrews -> Gah... I'm still used to being on a Fed ship.

Joe Manning -> +Kravitz+ I don't think mellow will fly too easy. Just be warned you may need to push some people aside ...

Shane -> ::mumbles::Good. Those things were a pain in the butt to work on..

Joe Manning -> +Kravitz+ Savoy said you or the Rainmakers had distractions planned?

Pher -> OK, people. We may have to play guardian, here. Stand ready to force our way through the crowd. We don't want to provoke any trouble, but we have to get through.

STSF_Nickles -> ::: stays withPher::

Pher -> +Kravitz+ So he said, but he was very vague on what, where and when. We could pause and wait on the distractions.

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> ::Rounds an intersection and the crowds at the bridge come into view::

Pher -> Everyone, close up, tight files, and be ready to support our lead element.

Shane -> ::to Pher:: I say we move ahead. Minos will be on time. He always is.

STSF_Nickles -> :: tighens up the line walking behind Pher::

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> +Pher+ We probably don't have the time. Stay sharp ... and please avoid any unnecessary bloodshed.

Pher -> +Kravitz+ Acknowledged.

Pher -> Hear that everyone? We are pushing through not bashing skulls.

Pher -> Agreed, Shane.

STSF_Nickles -> Lets go.

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> ::Radios ahead to the bridge station, letting the Guardians there know that he's bringing a squad::

Shane -> ::looks at Pher and moves up to the front:: Let's get going.

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> ::Drops Savoy's contact info and suggests that it's top priority::

Pher -> Shane, you take right flank right in back of Kravitz's people. I'll take the left. Everyone else, support us as necessary and be ready to form a rearguard.

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> +Pher+ I wish we had an armed GCX right now ...

Shane -> ::moves to the right, holding tight on the control board case::

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> ::Yells out:: Everyone please clear aside.

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> Important Guardian business at the port.

Pher -> +Kravitz+ I don't think we should fill out the paperwork and wait on it.

STSF_Nickles -> :: moves with the group, sternly but not agressively::

Pher -> :: Holding pain stick in right hand, not extending or powering it, but will if folks look like they want to press ::

Joe Manning -> ACTION: The riots amassed at the port form a relatively clear lane, but they crowd around the team and scream at the uniformed figures

Pher -> :: Looks stern and fit like. ::

Shane -> ::moves along, arm wirring and hissing::

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> +Pher+ We're going to have a problem as soon as we open the gate ...

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> ::Meets up with the station head midway through the crowd::

Pher -> +Kravitz+ Acknowledged.

Pher -> OK. If you aren't used to crowds, just try to get through the gate as soon as it's open. Shane? Stay near me and be ready to discourage people.

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> ::Reaches the far edge of the crowd and waits for Pher's team to catch up::

Mitar Precip -> RIOTER SIGN> GUARDIANS ARE CORRUPT PIGS

Pher -> Hold rearguard and retreat. Stay right with the forward element. Phalanx, folks. Stay together. TIght fist.

Shane -> Acknowledged ::moves a bit closer to Pher, watching the crowds with his stony expression::

Pher -> Do I relly look like a corrupt pig?

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> ::To Pher when she arrives:: They're probably thinking we're entering the station. What's your strategy when the gate opens?

Mitar Precip -> RIOTER SIGN>IT's THE END OF THE WORLD TAURUS BROS. WHERE YOU HIDING?

Pher -> :: Shane :: that's a good question.

Shane -> ::grunts in reply, watching the crowds still::

Pher -> Tight formation. Stay close...

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> ::To the station head:: Cover our retreat to the port and get that gate closed as soon as we're through. ::Nods to him to open the gate::

Pher -> :: Checks to see that Nickles is still right with her ::

Shane -> ::pockets the detonater, flexing the claws of his arm in anticipation::

Pher -> :: Extends stick at medium pain setting ::

Joe Manning -> Random Rioter> ::Seeing one of the Guardians approach the gate's keypad:: THEY'RE OPENING THE GATE!!

Pher -> You don't want to try it, people.

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> Double step it, men. ::Runs toward the gate, leading his team::

Mitar Precip -> Rioter>They're opening the gates!!!!

Pher -> Holds tight with the lead group.

Pher -> Stay together.

Joe Manning -> ACTION: The crowd rushes toward the gate and the bridge

Pher -> Ends up double stepping as well ::

Pher -> :: Ready to tag anyone with the pain stick that gets close ::

Shane -> ::runs with Pher, shoving people aside that get close::

Joe Manning -> ACTION: Snipers on the nearby tower begin firing warning shots over the heads of the rioters. This mostly serves the agitate the crowd further

Pher -> :: Tight. Get through and help em close ::

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> ::Leads his team through the gate and begins running over the platform bridge::

Shane -> ::Nickles:: Here! ::tosses the case to Nickles::

Pher -> :: Pauses briefly to defend the gate long enough for it to close ::

Joe Manning -> Lawman> ::Shakes his head and taps the pad beside the gate. It begins sliding closed:: Hurry!

STSF_Nickles -> ::catches the case and makes his way with Pher::

Pher -> :: Gets through gate and waits to tap any rioters that might get through ::

Joe Manning -> ACTION: Several rioters grab the Lawman. Several more rush Pher

Shane -> ::turns at the gate with Pher, grabs a rioter with his bionic and throws him screaming over the crowds heads::

Pher -> :: Keep moving, Nickles ::

STSF_Nickles -> :: looks at the rioters and Pher and moves forward::

Pher -> Pulls stunner, keeps the tip of the pain stick dancing and threatining, uses it if they insist she has to.

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> ::Turns to fire any stun blasts that may help while his team rushes past::

Joe Manning -> ACTION: The gate closes leaving about half a dozen rioters on the other side to advance on Shane and Pher

Pher -> :: Fires a few stun bursts herself ::

Pher -> :: Switches setting of the stick to stun ::

STSF_Nickles -> ::moves further inside the gates follwing the Gardian::

Pher -> :: Uses her girly gun liberally at wide beam light stun to thin them out before they close ::

Shane -> ::watches the rioters approach, gives a slight grin and charges forward at them::

Pher -> Guys. You really want to charge me. Charge him, and he'll hurt you.

Joe Manning -> ACTION: Three of the rioters fall to Pher's gun. The other three, seeing Shane, turn and run back toward the gate

Shane -> ::slides to a stop as they run:: Yeah, run you cowards!

Mitar Precip -> Guardian>::looks through his scope and spots something:: Sir, remember the guy with the big arm? (Older Guardian)Easy...kid ..Remember we are not supposed to be here..just watching for our Klingon friends...

Joe Manning -> Rioters> ::Jump onto the gate and begin climbing, hoping there's a way into the port past the bionic man::

Pher -> :: Looks about :: +Kravitz+ Do you have somewhere to hold a few people?

Pher -> :: Looks to see if it is possible for the few retreating people to cross the gate ::

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> +Pher+ Your ship? Your landing pad is not far from here, and we'll be really tight on time from here.

Pher -> OK. Form up on Kravitz, people. Let the gate people handle the gate situation.

Shane -> ::turns and runs back towards Pher, yelling at her:: Theres no time, just leave 'em!

Pher -> Everyone, form up with Kravitz. :: Starts retreating herself at a quick walk ::

Mitar Precip -> Gurardian>Aye Recording, Jiles..The Klingons were right..Port Authority is corrupt. <Winston>Quiet kid and just watch your scope..on the big man..

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> +Pher+ I'm really hoping that the Marshall briefed anyone who's got their eyes on the port right now. I'd hate to get shot at by my own mates.

Shane -> ::running towards Kravitz and sees the Qob for the first time::mumbles:: Wow...she's uglier than I expected...

Pher -> +Kravitz+ Let's stop and talk if challenged. Move if not.

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> ::Looks back at Nickles:: I'm thinking you need to transmit the access codes to open her up.

Pher -> You think that's ugly? Wait till you see the inside. :: smiles ::

STSF_Nickles -> Only on Joes command

Mitar Precip -> Jiles Benson>Remember we are just recording you are not using your rifle..Because Mark Winston, we need to know who these guys are...and how the hell they are pulling this off...

Joe Manning -> ACTION: On Savoy's orders, snipers on the port towers begin firing in the general vicinity of Kravitz' and Pher's teams

Pher -> OK. :: Moves to cover :: Cover, all.

STSF_Nickles -> I DONT THINK THEY GO THE MESSAGE!!

Pher -> +Kravitz+ Swee talk would be nice about now.

Pher -> ( Sweet)

Mitar Precip -> Lawmen Winston>Sir..Port Authority Long-Arms opening up. <Jiles> Kid...we are just here to record...sit tight..I know this is going to look bad..just keep your scope on your perp.

Shane -> ::hears the richochets of shots and moves towards cover::

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> +Pher+ We can make a good show of taking cover ... but I don't think they're going to hit us ...

Pher -> +Kravitz+ Try to sweet talk them, would you?

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> Part of Savoy's planning. Makes it look convincing. Every other Guardian in the city thinks I'm a traitor about now, so we need to move fast.

Pher -> Ah. +Joe+ I need you to tell Nickles open sesame.

Shane -> ::catches a richochet off the Qobs underside and catches it on his bionic, cutting a hose and spraying thick red liquid everywhere:: Pah'tal!

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> ::Playing along:: +Com+ Stand down! This is Lawman Sergeant Henry Kravitz, ordering you to stand down!

Mitar Precip -> Lawman Winston>Frak I wish I had my rifle I'd give those corrupt long-arms a taste of ...<Lawmen Jiles Benson> Quiet kid....you are doing a good thing right now..and...what the...Interesting ship..keep recording..

Joe Manning -> +Pher+ Good grief. Does he think you're going to steal the ship?

Joe Manning -> +Nickles+ Go ahead and open her up, Chris.

Pher -> +Joe+ He's just refusing to open the door without....

Pher -> +Joe+ Thanks!

STSF_Nickles -> +Joe+ Aye ::tapps in the code and opens the case::

Joe Manning -> +Pher+ I know. That's gonna get someone killed some day ...

Shane -> ::grabs the hose with his other hand, trying to keep the liquid from spraying out::

Joe Manning -> +Pher+ Something wrong with Shane ... ?

Pher -> Nickles, you're in first. Sprint in and take charge of getting her ready to fly.

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> ::Stays in a crouches position as he leads his team up the ramp to Qob's cargo hold::

Pher -> :: Looks about ::

STSF_Nickles -> ::heads into the Qob, running up the ramp::

Pher -> +Kravitz+ I think we sprint in, one at a time? I want to start with Nickles and the Engineers. Send your own people in as it seems right.

Joe Manning -> ACTION: Several Guardian speeders are making a beeline toward Qob

STSF_Nickles -> Keep in touch Pher!! :enters the QoB::

Pher -> Shane, as soon as you're ready to go, go.

Mitar Precip -> Lawman Jiles Benson> Okay shift focus from Mr. Bionic to the ship. Klingons are really going to rip port authority for this one. <Winston>We are outside our jusristiction. What can they do? <BEnson> Maybe bust some Sheriff's chops...embarass the Marshall

STSF_Nickles -> LETS READY THIS SHIP TO FLY!!!

Pher -> :: Thinks about making a play with the speed bikes. ::

Joe Manning -> Savoy> +Guardians+ All Guardian personnel, be advised of an imminent escape attempt at the Port District

Pher -> :: If they want to make this a show, she could give them a show... but that would ID her.... ::

Shane -> ::walks quickly to the ramp looking very pale, the escaping liquid slowing to a trickle down his limp bionic:: Yeah... I'm coming...

Mitar Precip -> Mark Winston>Oh My I remember from my Dad's history PADDs..that's a Bird of Prey!

Joe Manning -> Savoy> +Guardians+ Lawman Sergeant Henry Kravitz is to be considered a hostile, consorting with the Rainmakers. His authority is not to be recognized.

Shane -> ::stumbles up the ramp, grabbing the casein his slick wet fingers from where Nickles set it aside::

Mitar Precip -> Lawman Benson> Don't wet your pants kid..just stick to our mission.

Joe Manning -> Savoy> +Guardians+ Do not allow the Bird of Prey designated Qob to leave the Port District. Kravitz and everyone accompanying him is to be captured or terminated immediately.

Shane -> ::looks about the cargo bay, yells down to Pher:: Engineering on Deck 2?

STSF_Nickles -> :: moves to start lift off proceedures:: Shane get that installed As quick as you can.

Joe Manning -> ACTION: The speeders are nearing Qob

STSF_Nickles -> We dont have much time... ::scrambling::

Mitar Precip -> Lawmen Mark Winston> I wish my Dad could see this ship in my scope now...<Jiles Benson> Honestly kid..in this situation....No.

Pher -> :: Moves towards the Qob, try to time to arrive about the same time as the speeders ::

Shane -> ::assumes it is and stumbles quickly up the winding stairs, heading dow the upper ramp to ENG::

STSF_Nickles -> +Shane+ Times running out how much longer?

Joe Manning -> ACTION: Side doors open on two of the speeders and gunmen poke their heads out

Shane -> ::enters ENG thru the sliding door, looking quickly about until he sees the right location::

Pher -> :: goes into an acrobatic zig zag ::

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> ::Moves halfway down the ramp, watching Pher. Glances at the speeders::

Joe Manning -> ACTION: The gunmen start firing toward Pher

Shane -> ::stumbles over and drops the case on the ground, wiping his hand on his shirt and opeing the case:: +Nickles+ Gimme a sec...

Mitar Precip -> ::the two Lawmen watching continue to lie low...ODRIs disabled to keep there presence hidden...along with unusual garbage camo::

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> ::Yells out:: Tell your Commander to close the ramp!

Pher -> :: Attempts to get cover behind the ramp, not sure if these guys are part of the show or real hostiles ::

Pher -> :: Heads up the ramp :: +Nickles+ Close ramp!

Shane -> ::takes the control panel out and slides it into place, connecting the correct data cables and pressing a few button on the pad next to it::

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> ::Fires a few covering shots near the speeder::

STSF_Nickles -> ::cloaes the ramp per PHer:: glad you decided to come along

STSF_Nickles -> ( + + )

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> ::His arm is sliced by an energy beam just before the ramp is sealed shut::

Joe Manning -> Kravitz> ::Falls to the deck with a groan::

Pher -> +Nickles+ All aboard that's going to get here. Can we stand a siege, or can you lift in a hurry?

Shane -> ::puts the cover panel back on:: +Nickles+ There! We're good to go!

STSF_Nickles -> +Pher+ waiting on Shane Ready to start engines

Joe Manning -> PAUSE SIM