USS Challenger 07.20.2014

[STSF Jami 0]

Cptn Ja'Lale -> We will continue off where we left off last week. Capt Jalale was trying to salvage the negotiation talks with both sides despite the situation looking worse by the hour. Both sides have evolved into fighting each other as battles rage throughout various locations.

Cptn Ja'Lale -> Starfleet is keen to get some kind of a deal going to secure a much needed supply of dilithium.

Cptn Ja'Lale -> TBS was zero or close to it. Any questions?

Cptn Ja'Lale -> BEGIN SIM

Cptn Ja'Lale -> BEGIN SIM

Cptn Ja'Lale -> BEGIN SIM

Hunter Matheson -> ::at helm, he listens to the argument, pretty much disgusted::

John Randall -> ::in engineering at the main console, helping the team assembled keep track of the telemetry readings of the probes::

Cassie Granger -> ::standing next to the captain, waiting to tell him something::

Artemis -> ::monitoring ground combat through energy readings::

Gretchen Hanson -> Pres. Verdugo> ::still trying to get his 2 cents worth in through the static on the comm::

H.G. Reed -> :: at her station, monitoring the ships systems. ::

Dvokr chim Hok -> :: The Ambassador, to calm his nerves, sips on the scotch ::

Cptn Ja'Lale -> ::Listens to Verdugo::

Cptn Ja'Lale -> Is the ambassador ready or willing to come up to the bridge? I feel that this may progress more smoothly if I had his insight and assistance

Gretchen Hanson -> Verdugo>@+Challenger+ Captain, you must stop the Bimaal forces. I appeal to you.

Cassie Granger -> ::Ja'Lale, low voice:: Before he comes in, you should know that we have verification of external interference, from off-planet.

H.G. Reed -> Neonew > :: On hold on the line. ::

Cptn Ja'Lale -> +Verdugo+ I will try my best to get his side to stop fighting.

Dyan Sylvanis -> ::Steps out of the new shuttle, having just been shown around by Commander Rinax.::

Cassie Granger -> Ambassador Arleth has identified the species that Starfleet has been following for some time. ::shows him the slate, to the side, out of view of the video feed to the planet::

John Randall -> ::reading reports as they come in, and assisting in clarifying the data from the probes::

Hunter Matheson -> ::adjusts orbit - maybe they can get a better connection::

H.G. Reed -> :: Glances around the bridge, trying to gauge the tension. ::

Derrick Sabin -> ::works with the Engineering probe to enable a split view comm on the view screen::

Hunter Matheson -> ::maybe connect with the probes that engineering sent out::

Hunter Matheson -> ;;Sabin, Reed:: If you get me a vector I might be able to put us in a better orbit.

Hunter Matheson -> ..for better communications, maybe clear it up a bit.

John Randall -> ::trying to come up with an idea to further enhance the feed from the probes to make communications clearer::

H.G. Reed -> :: Kal :: Transmitting vector. :: taps console ::

Hunter Matheson -> ::checks:: Got it. ::Sabin:: That fit your protocol?

Cptn Ja'Lale -> +Neonew+ President Neonew. Sorry to keep you waiting but we were tryng to discuss our options. Look, nobody wants this fighting to continue. I am sure that includes yourself. If I may be so bold, I would like to suggest that you come aboard my ship as guests of the Federation to try to talk out a deal to stop the fighting. You can come over to my ship as a neutral location to talk things out

Derrick Sabin -> ::to Matheson:: You're reading my mind Sgt. I believe you can safely return to a standard orbit and access the probes.

Hunter Matheson -> Roger that, sir. Fits the parameters Lt Reed sent over.

Hunter Matheson -> ::configures the console and there is a slight shift in orbit that changes the tone of the engines momentarily::

Dyan Sylvanis -> ::Looking around the outside of the shuttle again, frowning.::

H.G. Reed -> Neonew > :: Suspicious :: How do I know you won't just try and kidnap me to force us to cease our rightful claim?

John Randall -> ::as he is musing, looks up as there is a slight change in the engine noise::

Derrick Sabin -> ::sends email to the Captain that a split video image is possible, if he wants to communicate with both leaders simultaneously::

Cptn Ja'Lale -> +Neonew+ Kidnapping a foreign head of state is illegal in the Federation and none of us would be too keen on spending the rest of our lives in a jail cell. Plus, I believe that would not lead to much.

Cassie Granger -> ::about to suggest they use a shuttle to circumvent the com issue::

John Randall -> Michaels> Lieutenant, the port nav shield suddenly dropped to 75%.

Hunter Matheson -> ::fine tuning the orbit::

H.G. Reed -> Neonew > :: Still suspicious. :: There should be no discussion. We are in the right!!

Dyan Sylvanis -> ::Sends a message to Cass via PADD.:: Rinax just showed me the new shuttle. Starfleet Intelligence gave it to her. She says she doesn't even know all of the features on it. I'd like Chief Freeman to have a team go over it, before it's housed with the rest of the birds. Intel doesn't just give out things for free.

Hunter Matheson -> ::glance...check... glance to Reed, pointing at the console, frowning::

H.G. Reed -> :: Sees Kal's gesture and looks at the console. ::

Cassie Granger -> ::stepping aside to check the text::

Hunter Matheson -> ::nav shields::

John Randall -> ::looks at Michaels:: Take a crew to the upper deck of engineering, Jeff. The generator for the nav shield is there.

Cptn Ja'Lale -> That would not be the way most other races would think. I think it is better for your economic interests if you cease your hostilities and discuss this like I offered.

H.G. Reed -> :: Makes a quick adjustment, then glances at Kal. ::

John Randall -> Michaels> Aye, sir. ::points at three ensigns, and they make for the warp core elevator::

Cassie Granger -> Sylvanis - Contact Lt Freeman, coordinate with him. Ready a shuttle for VIP transport and have them on hot standby.

Cassie Granger -> ::steps back::

Derrick Sabin -> ::waits for a break in the Captain's comm conversation then interjects:: Sir, split screen?

Hunter Matheson -> ::checking::headshake::

Cptn Ja'Lale -> ::nods:: Please.

Artemis -> ::readying to track the shuttle as well as contingencies for shuttle and ship defense::

Derrick Sabin -> ::makes a quick selection on his panel, then turns to observe the results on the screen::

John Randall -> ::helps the team at the console make adjustments to the probes, compensating for the somehow damaged port nav shield::

Hunter Matheson -> ::aside, to Reed:: Could be a glitch. Maybe give it a few?

Dyan Sylvanis -> ::Leaves a quick message for engineering, before heading to the main flight deck. Calls out.:: Barnes! ready a shuttle for VIP duty.

Gretchen Hanson -> ACTION: The viewscreen now shows both world leaders side by side.

H.G. Reed -> :: Nods :: Makes me nervous.

Hunter Matheson -> ::lowly:: Me, too.

Cptn Ja'Lale -> ::me three::

Dyan Sylvanis -> Barnes> You heard the boss. Get moving.

Gretchen Hanson -> Verdugo>+Challenger+ Captain, what action are you taking?

Cptn Ja'Lale -> Now.. I have you both on split screen. I would like to offer you both the opportunity to discuss your differences in a neutral site to negotiate some kind of a peace deal for both sides that would be beneficial to both sides.

Gretchen Hanson -> Verdugo> +Challenger+ I'm agreeable, Captain, but the Bimaal must stop their attacks.

Dyan Sylvanis -> ::Enter the locker room to change into flight suit. She then re-emerges:: Raven, you're on pilot duty. Chief?

Dyan Sylvanis -> Barnes> The Jenkins is ready El-Tee.

H.G. Reed -> Neonew > There is no purpose to ceasing our actions, until we achieve our goal.

John Randall -> Michaels> +Randall+ Michaels to Randall.

Cassie Granger -> ::wondering what their goal is::

John Randall -> ::punches the comm:: +Michaels+ Randall here.

Dyan Sylvanis -> :;Texts Cass:: Ground escorts for VIP?

Dvokr chim Hok -> :: The ambassador finishes his drink and heads to the bridge ::

Cptn Ja'Lale -> And what goal is that Mr President?

Gretchen Hanson -> Verdugo>+challenger+ You see, Captain? They are completely unreasonable. I appeal again to you for assistance.

Cassie Granger -> +Dyan+ Affirmative

H.G. Reed -> Neonew > To reclaim what is rightfully ours.

Dyan Sylvanis -> ::Punches the wall comm.:: Moa, I need VIP escorts.

John Randall -> Michaels> +Randall+ We have replaced the panel for the nav shield, John. It got fried, apparently some sort of transtator feedback. Shields should be returning to full strength.

Cassie Granger -> ::looks to the captain, her back to the screen, speaking lowly:: Captain, we have a shuttle ready. We can beam them simultaneously to a shuttle safely and bring them both aboard; they'll have no choice.

Dvokr chim Hok -> :: The Ambassador stands next to Hok ::

Cptn Ja'Lale -> ::motions to cut comm on both sides:: Hold on...

Dvokr chim Hok -> Ambassador: That's what I would do.

John Randall -> +Michaels+ Transtator feedback? From where, Jeff?

Gretchen Hanson -> ACTION: with the comm cut, both leaders mouths flap wordlessly on the screen::

Cptn Ja'Lale -> ::After Hok cuts the comm:: Thank for Cass. We will keep that on standby as a possible last resort.

Cptn Ja'Lale -> Disable visual as well...

John Randall -> Michaels> +Randall+ Unknown at this time, sir. Returning to engineering. Michaels out.

Cptn Ja'Lale -> ACTION: The two leaders stare at the Federation logo.

Hunter Matheson -> ::watching the console, thumbs-up to Reed::

Dyan Sylvanis -> ::A quartermaster brings her pistol and holster, which she puts on just as some members of Delta arrive.::

Cptn Ja'Lale -> ::ambassador:: Welcome to the bridge Mr Ambassador.. Do you think dragging them to the ship against their wills is the best option?

John Randall -> ::sits back in his chair, wearing a puzzled frown; thinks to himself: 'Where the heck would we be getting transtator feedback from?'::

H.G. Reed -> :: Under her breath. :: Finally

Hunter Matheson -> ::nod, slow exhale::

Hunter Matheson -> ::stabilizing the orbit::

Dvokr chim Hok -> Ambassador: Or let them fight it out. They don't trust each other as far as their ion cannons can fire them.

Cptn Ja'Lale -> ::Ambassador:: Was it this difficult for you to negotiate with President Neonew?

Cassie Granger -> +Dyan+ Prepare for simultaneous beamout, two government officials to be kept separated until aboard Challenger. Specifics to follow.

John Randall -> ::suddenly sits bolt upright in his chair as a thought comes into his mind about the feedback; wonders if he should contact someone::

Dvokr chim Hok -> Ambassador: He is resolute to his ends.

Cptn Ja'Lale -> At least President Verdugo seems more open to discussion.

Hunter Matheson -> ::yeah, contacting someone would be a good move::

John Randall -> ((lol))

Hunter Matheson -> (::smirk::)

Cptn Ja'Lale -> Any other options?

John Randall -> ::thinks to himself: 'Someone is monitoring our communications, and it's not from the planet'::

Cptn Ja'Lale -> I would like to see if I can bring them aboard willingly...if that is possible.0

Dvokr chim Hok -> Ambassador: You have to bring both of them to the table.. also letting the ground commanders know we have them.

Cassie Granger -> ::Ja'Lale:: We have a shuttle ready to go, Captain. Simultaneous beamout with security to keep both parties incommunicado until they are on board.

John Randall -> ::thinks a moment, then begins composing an e-mail to send to Lieutenant Reed about the short range sensors::

Cptn Ja'Lale -> ::rubs chin:: THanks Cass. ::sighs:: Tough call to make really. Kidnapping both president could very well drag us into all of this. Don't know if I want to do that... ::mulls:: But we have few other options.

Artemis -> ::Readings coming in from a secondary scan that is not directed to the planet:: Captain, long range sensors are picking up something on the out reaches of the system.

Dyan Sylvanis -> ::Raven is at the pilot console of the shuttle, ready to fire it up. Dyan and the rest of Delta await their VIP.::

Cptn Ja'Lale -> ::Artemis:: Can you identify?

Cassie Granger -> ::Ja'Lale:: It worked for Captain Kirk, sir. ::slight smile::

Cassie Granger -> ::looks to Artemis;;

Cptn Ja'Lale -> True...

Artemis -> ::To Ja'Lale and Granger:: It looks to be another ship, but it is too far out at this point to know for sure...

Hunter Matheson -> ::glances at Reed:: You picking up on that?

Dyan Sylvanis -> Chief Barnes, get Shadows 2, 3, and 4 ready to respond.

Derrick Sabin -> ::at Artemis' announcement, swings his attention to his long range sensors as well;:

Artemis -> Whatever it is, though, it is holding position on the edge of our sensor range.

John Randall -> +Reed+ Lieutenant, John Randall here. Please modify the short range sensors to scan for a possible tracer beam on our probes from the planet. It has caused a transtator feedback in engineering.

H.G. Reed -> :: Double checks. :: Yes. What do you think?

Dvokr chim Hok -> Ambassador: :: Stands back and watches, using the console for support ::

Hunter Matheson -> (w) Not good.

Cptn Ja'Lale -> ::rubs chin:: Hmm. Quite odd.

H.G. Reed -> :: Frowns ::

John Randall -> ::sends the e-mail, then sits back in his chair, thinking hard::

Cassie Granger -> ::Artemis:: What area of space?

Cassie Granger -> ::thinking of the little blue men::

John Randall -> ::Michaels and his team arrive back in engineering; Randall waves Michaels over:: Jeff, someone is monitoring our comms, and it isn't coming from the planet.

Cptn Ja'Lale -> PAUSE SIM

Cptn Ja'Lale -> PAUSE SIM

Cptn Ja'Lale -> OK. felt like a good cliffhanger to end on. :D

Dvokr chim Hok -> One problem after another

Cassie Granger -> Your turn this week.

Artemis -> lol

John Randall -> Just a regular mission :)

Cptn Ja'Lale -> Yep. It just gets better and better.

Dvokr chim Hok -> Could not type into the screen

Artemis -> Wouldn't be the Federation if there weren't some sort of problem

Hunter Matheson -> SOP

Cptn Ja'Lale -> Yeah could be someone else

Cptn Ja'Lale -> .We will see..

Cptn Ja'Lale -> So another short TBS I believe?

Gretchen Hanson -> yes, that seems to be the standard for this mission.

Gretchen Hanson -> we're on the longest duty shift in Star Trek history.

Cptn Ja'Lale -> lol the longest 5 or so minutes in the world.

John Randall -> Just think of it as a 24 show

Artemis -> You got that right

Chirakis -> My thought as well.

Gretchen Hanson -> lol

Cptn Ja'Lale -> If there is nothing else... sim dismissed. Have a great week everyone.