USS Manticore, 07/10/23, 10:00 PM ET

August 1, 2023

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USS Manticore - Mondays 10 ET - Command Staff: Captain McFly, Kansas Kenickie

Between 10-Jul-23 09:02 PM and 10-Jul-23 10:07 PM

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::enters the bridge wearing his new red uniform and third gold pip::

::working at science, noting the new uniform and pip::

:: running diagnostics in engineering ::

::in sickbay, doing a supplies inventory::

:::At TAC going over systems, making sure they are up to snuff::

::walks down the ramp::

Lt.JG Harnett

Hurry up you half Klingon!

((Hey now, mister half vulcan!))

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:: Straightens his uniform, just before he steps off the turbolift onto the bridge, heading down to Ops ::

::turns to Thomas:: Almost late...

:: scanning the warp cores with her tricorder making certain things are okay....::

::was in the Security Office, doing security office things::

::In the RR setting up a call with Jaffee::

:: Raised an eyebrow as he slid into the chair at Ops, looking back at Faldek ::

::takes a seat in The Chair::

::makes some notes on a PADD about some of the supplies, continues inventory::

Everything up to snuff Commander Kenickie?

((Don't forget, we just got a fresh paint of coat so if anyone wants a little upgrade to something let me know))

So Far I am pleased

Good.

:::Pokes console, sips coffee:::

::taps on the security terminal control panel, turns to the replicator:: 30 ounce Raktajino, sweet, hot and caffeinated times 3. Vac sealed travel cup.

Lieutenant Harnett, how is Operations?

:: walks over to pool table taking a look at the improved Okudagrams...::

((So Pilot is just going to push us to warp I see))

((What, who me?))

:: Enters engineering ::

((With your strong ass coffee)) (edited)

((LOL!! If it ain't strong, it ain't coffee!))

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:: Taps the Ops console :: All within acceptable parameters, Commander.

:: Prepping medical for whatever comes next ::

So long as your happy with the power distribution upgrades.

::continues his medical supplies inventory::

::grabs his cup, logging out of the terminal then exits the office while nodding to the officer walking by:: Hello.

:: Was busy looking over the readouts :: They are... acceptable..

Good Day Chief. It appears all systems are ready for departure. The new Carpet feels and smells nice.

::activates the encrypted transmission to StarFleet c/o "the old folks home"::

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Doctor Tevek, how are the supplies coming along?

::testing out some of the new science capabilities::

::doing handheld weapon inventory::

Lieutenant Sorensen, are the science upgrades "acceptable" as well?

: Raised an eyebrow, overhearing Faldek ::

Yes, yes quite acceptable

::checks PADD:: It appears that all supplies have been restocked according to specifications, Doctor Orrak.

::walking towards the TL, padd under arm and coffee in hand. Steps onto the TL:: Bridge.

::taps the internal comm:: +Engineering+ How are the engine upgrades looking down there?

Starfleet is nothing but thourgh, in most things.

I am curious was your office upgraded?

::comes out of the front based TLs, eyes Faldek sitting in the chair::

:::Glances at Pilot::

I think I have more displays all over. I could lock myself in my office and run the entire show.

:: Glances over as E.J. exited the TL ::

Indeed.

::looks to Harnett and nods:: Lieutenant.

:: Nods to Pilot ::

Did they give you that heated seat with Massage system yet? Or is that only available to Bridge officers?

Given that I am surprised they still have me here. Our two governments are not exactly...friends.

Perhaps the internal communications system is down...

::looks to Faldek and nods:: Still looking good in Red, Commander.

::An older, late 50's/early 60's, woman appears on screen, her age appears exaggerated thanks to years of stress and the latest 30k resolution monitors. Her dark hair is put up in a regulation bun of steel and her scowl is quite pronounced as she glares at McFly through the screen::

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::nods::

((that's the only problem with using the bot, you can't edit.

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Thanks Pilot.

::moves to KK:: Still looking good in Gold Commander.

Thanks Hun

::sits his padd down then sits while sipping his coffee at TAC2::

I will let you be to settle in....enjoy the upgrades sir!. :: returns to the Pool Table area ::

Admiral... good to see you?

((Well that's not fair, they got a pool table in Engineering?!))

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+Engineering+ Bridge to Engineering.

((I am kidding :p I know which one it is))

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Heated seat?

::raises eyebrow:: Indeed. If you do not mind me asking, Doctor, I am curious how you ended up with this posting?

+Bridge+ Yes?

:: winks back at Jaenke as he is summoned from the bridge and returns to her station ::

::holds up a padd::

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+Engineering+ Status report.

Oh good, you got my new command roster.

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::scans the area::

This is not what I meant and you know it.

I was pushed out by Central Command for not exactly following orders, but I was able to save them from some embarrassment, so this was a compromise.

But you didn't say WHERE to put her, soooo.....

::sips on a glass of ratkajino::

:::Eyes EJ's coffee::: is that what I think it is

::taps on his personal as he is checking the weapons::

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::taps his padd as he is checking the weapons::

Crewman Sanchez

::taps on his personal as he is checking the weapons::

((Ignore this one))

:: wonders if the First Grilling of the CENG by the new XO is about to take place......::

::deep sigh:: I'm warning you, Captain. I will mothball Manticore in a second if I need to.

::looks at KK:: A Raktajino.

+Bridge+ We are ready to go? :: nods for approval from Tyrel ::

can you make me one... it comes out better when you make it

+Engineering+ Are you asking me, or telling me Chief?

Listen, she's meant to be in security, we all know it. Let's just accept the inevitable and move on. ::flashes a cheeky smile::

::chuckles, headed to the replicator:: Sure.

+Bridge+ We are fine and ready to go.

A most interesting compromise.

+Engineering+ Thank you, bridge out.

::curious to try Pilot’s ratkajino one day::

::deep sigh again:: ...You better be right. ::taps some buttons on her console off screen::

::makes another raktajino similar to his own in a bridge safe cup::

::receives a mission report::

:::Takes the cup:: you are my favorite today

So I am not exactly a Federation doctor, nor am I fully Cardassian.

+Sickbay+ Bridge to Sickbay.

I'd rather be favored than hated. ::klingonic grin::

::sips her ratkajino from her bridge safe sippy cup::

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I suppose the medical field defies governments, politics, and borders.

Annika Sorensen

::sips her ratkajino from her bridge safe sippy cup::

((LOL!))

::is about to respond to Dr. Orrakj's last statement, then hears the com call from Faldek and hesitates::

+Bridge+ Medical here

+Sickbay+ Status report.

( Spectrum internet fail...back online )

:::Sips her drink:: Mmmm

Callista Tyrel

( Spectrum internet fail...back online )

((ugh, bad internet sucks))

:: Taps away at Ops ::

I swear there's gotta be some kind of lag in the internal communications system.

::to Faldek:: I didn't do it.

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::sips his coffee, grinning::

+Bridge+ Medical is ready.

Sure, sure.

:: Looks up from Ops :: Internal Comms operating at optimal efficiency, sir.

+Sickbay+ Thank you, bridge out.

There’s always some kinda teething issues

EJ cover my TAC

:: hums a tune she heard on Risa as she inspects coding ::

::looks at Harnett:: I appreciate you checking.

Your next mission may not look like much but it could be very crucial for the future of the alpha quadrant and out fight against the Dominion. A Federation scientist residing at Starbase 23 is claiming to have developed a weapon against the changelings. One that she believes can destroy them.

::reading the report:: Professor Tina Mosby. Never heard of her.

:: Raised an eyebrow :: Of course, Commander.

::nods:: Of course.

Just being on this ship is a medical emergency.

::brings up his merged screen to monitor both sides::

::sends the Captain a message on his PADD that all departments report ready::

Indeed. Based on my statistical analysis, this crew does seem to require medical treatment at a higher percentage than the fleet average.

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::pulls up the armory feed and sees Sanchez working hard:: He has come a long way...

It's our new XO.

She specializes in covert weapons and defenses. Starbase 23 is near the Romluan neutral zone and she's been tasked with penetrating the Romulan's cloak.

I guess she new orders?

We don't keep tabs on someone's off time, that's an S31 chore.

You had a good time on Risa. :: looks over the status board ::

::raises an eyebrow:: Commander Faldek?

Annika and I get along real well...enjoying some time off together is always fun.

But it's obvious she's been putting in some extra work. Regardless of when it was made we need an assessment on if it actually works. Manticore is to head to the station and have science and engineering check her work.

And if it turns out legit?

::sips his raktajino, lets out a satisfactory grunt::

Then testing will be the next order.

::Taps console, heads over to the RR:::

Violet had a really good time.

::sits back in his chair and takes a deep breath:: ...Are we about to skirt the edge of the big G?

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Captain McFly

::sits back in his chair and takes a deep breath:: ...Are we about to skirt the edge of the big G?

((What does golfing have to do with this?))

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::Hits the chime::

I had a very...relaxing time as well.

((

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I'm glad you found some peace Sir.

Don't over think this. Not yet anyway. One thing at a time. We don't even know how this thing works let alone if it'll do what it's meant to do.

::hits the DND button on his desk::

And someone.

Commander Kenickie, I believe the Captain is speaking with Jaffee...

((DND stands for "do not disturb" by the way))

:::Sighs, heads back to tac::

:: stops her work for a second :: Oh....?

AH, who knows.

::unmerges his screens as he notices KK coming back::

So we're the first eyes on this thing, eh? I'm surprised we're getting this and not the guys in the black trench coats.

::confused, keeps his eyebrow raised:: Who knows...what, Doctor?

::looks under his console, checking for the phaser he keeps under there in case of trespassers:: (edited)

She didn't notify through the clandestine channels. So outside eyes would have already seen this in one way or another

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This seems like a big deal. Is that not a concern? (edited)

I hope she'll bring you happiness sir.

:::Gulps coffee:::

::finishing his tasks with the weapons and starts on his other duties::

::taps on his console and sipping his coffee::

Who knows why this ship is a particular danger. Not that I have been on many ships.

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:: resumes tapping buttons ::

I do as well. It was unexpected.

Harnett, why don't you go ahead and get us separated from the umbilicals.

::looks around the bridge, the weapons lockers for when those emergency armings:: I forgot about those.

Perhaps it is the nature of the Manticore's assignments. My previous assignment was a California-class vessel. The medical bay usage was around fleet average.

She's far lonelier than I imagined.

A weapon against the Dominion wouldn't exactly be a surprise to anyone. She still used ecrypted channels, mind you, just not those ones. No one's shown concern as this isn't deep cover operation. But to your point, since she didn't use closed channels, they don't want the trench coats spooking the Romulans.

:: Nods, tapping the console :: Aye, Commander.

Of course, they're always watching us.

Exactly.

Kenickie. contact the station and thank them for the work they did, let them know we'll be departing within the hour. (edited)

California? Wait, wait.. I read that somewhere. I city-state on Earth?

Alright, this should entertain Bren and Erich at least.

::stands:: Computer, weapons lockers inventory check bridge. Authorization Assistant Security Officer Pilot Gamma 2.

:: turns her head to Jaenke :: Are you referring to GIla?

:: Finishes tapping :: Umbilicals retracted, sir.

Thanks Lieutenant.

::watching the various weapons lockers open and looking to ensure they are filled::

Very good, Captain. Report back immediately with your findings. Jaffee out.

Computer end inventory check. ::watches them all close back::

::nods:: Yes, Starfleet has a class of support vessels with that designation. They are all named after cities located in that state.

:: Nods, still tapping his console as he checked over systems readouts ::

::sits down, sipping his coffee:: to NOIP> Weapon wise, this is a armory too. Can't be too careful.

::watches as the monitor turns black; stares into space for a moment... metaphorically not physically; looks down at all the messages he received while on the phone; reads "all departments ready"; and a missed door chime from KK; hopes he won't get hell for that one::

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Can never have enough weapons EJ

::nods:: This is true. I just wanted to be sure they were still there.

::gets up and walks out to the bridge:: Anything fun to report?

Oh, well I was close.

::stands up:: We are ready to depart at your leisure, Captain.

((is Sanchez at helm right now?))

::notices McFly emerge from the RR::

I am referring to her yes.

((Hang on))

::rushes onto the bridge and sits at the helm:: Sorry!!

(I thought it was Violet originally)

We spent time together on Risa.

:: Raised an eyebrow at the Captain's question as he kept an eye on his console ::

Crewman, time management! You were doing so good!

::moves over to the XO chair, but doesn't sit::

((Violet sitting at helm? She's still a bit young, even by Wesley Crusher standards))

Violet was in a sense of wonder the entire time.

(Lol, I meant who Erich was referring to)]

I am sorry sir. I will do better!

::Glances up at McFly::

Indeed. I did not know much about Earth geography prior to joining Starfleet. It tends to be featured a lot in vessel names.

::glances at Sanchez, giving him the stink eye::

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::a low growl under his breath:: Fine. JUST NO MEXICAN FOOD BEFORE YOUR SHIFT!

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Aye Captain.

:: Growns :: Health checkups are coming soon again.

Pickles are ok though

:::Taps console::

::looks up at Annika:: Belay that!

Ok

Alright we have our next mission. Sanchez, plot a course to Starbase 23 near the Romulan netural zone.

Well best of luck to you.

::tappity tap:: Aye sir! Course plotted.

That's a research facility if memory serves...

::looks at Faldek:: I concur on that belay, sir.

::sits::

Kansas, we don't expect anything from the Romulans while we're there BUT... you know they can't be trusted. Just keep an eye in their direction at all times.

:: Raised an eyebrow at the mention of Romulan Neutral zone ::

Aye Captain

::nods:: I can assist you in scheduling them.

:: still thinks Violet needs to be planetside given Manticore's risk taking missions ::

::to KK:: Hopefully we don't scratch the new paint.

::Smirks::: Little rub can't hurt'

::winks to KK:: Never

::chuckles::

:: Thinks about how much safer he was at the shipyards as he goes over the ships systems a fifth time ::

Should I be looking for anything else?

Perhaps.

((It was safe until April 5, 2385))

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( i must depart enjoy your evening folks! )

::to Faldek:: I need to see Bren and Erich in the briefing room in a few minutes. They'll be needed for this. Someone claiming to have a weapon against the changelings. And we get to verify it. Possibly test it. So yay us? ::

Cdr. Faldek

((It was safe until April 5, 2385))

(( Well, he doesn't know that! ))

((later Calli))

Of course Captain, I will notify them. :: hushed ::

::to KK:: I don't expect anything else out there. But I don't trust Romulans.

Cdr. Faldek

((It was safe until April 5, 2385))

((Too soon man))

22:03

::nodding::

Aye, keeping my sensors open

Sanchez! Confirm persmission to clear and set course to Starbase 23, warp 5.

22:04

::sits down in the Captain's chair and does the Picard maneuver:: Engage!

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KK, Komments?

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Nothing From me

TBS will be about 10 minutes. We'll have left the station and at warp. We'll start next sim with Bren and Erich in the briefing room getting the low down on the mission.

22:05

Questions or Comments?

((That was majestic af))

Damn straight

22:06

If nothing else then what do you call a false noodle? An impasta!... DISMISSED!!!

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Ha! ::dematerializes::

NIte Nite peeps

Night

later dudes

Goodnight!

night

G'night McFly

later babe

Evening!

Bye everybody!

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