USS Manticore, 02/17/25, 10:00 PM ET

February 24

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USS Manticore - Mondays 10 ET - Command Staff: (CO) Captain McFly, (XO) Kansas Kenickie

Between 2/17/2025 9:01 PM and 2/17/2025 10:13 PM

U.S.S. MANTICORE BRIEFING #1309 STARDATE 52502.17

The crew is taking a team building exercise disguised as a vacation at Disney World! A full planet theme park and resort. As the crew participates in their mandatory fun, they have noticed a number of oddities around the park. Later as everyone sat down for lunch, a disgruntled Bajoran took exception to Faldek's attendance and engaged in an altercation which resulted both to be taken in by security. It didn't take long before Faldek was returned to the crew, although this time much more... cheerful. Meanwhile, back at the resort, Bren and Lt Kelp try to find Lt Backpfeifengesicht who, after throwing a tantrum, swam off into unsupervised waters. They find a pipe deep underwater which appears to be sucking in everything around it. Bren is joined by Sierra Robinson and the two travel upshore following the pipe. They reach a factory far from the guest quarters and they sneak inside to find all matter of sea life chopped up and fed into the resort's replicator systems. Unfortunately they also found one of the comm bands all the cetaceans wear chewed up inside one of the gears. They were chased out of the factory but now have to deal with the harsh reality. McFly has decided to learn more about what's going on by sneaking into the underground tunnel network for employees. He's taking with him Kansas, Tevek and Harnett. Meanwhile, Faldek created a diversion by parading through the park and gaining everyone's attention while the team were able to sneak inside the staff only area. They donned disguises and searched the office complex to find disturbing information about the park. Matt was also able to find a lift code that brought them above ground in a golden glass elevator. But where are they?

TBS was immediate

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::emerges from the bathroom with Sierra having changed out of her Jasmine and Elsa dresses and back into a loose white Beyamax dress, matching white sun hat and white sandals and her Ray-Ban sunglasses::

:: is encouraged by Disney Staff to enjoy the ammenities of the resort....but Banks just works on his project...dismissing any Staff that try to get him to relax ::

9:03 PM

# MATT'S TEAM RISES OUT OF THE GROUND INTO A STRUCTURE THAT THEY CAN NOW SEE OUT OF; MEANWHILE, FALDEK IS BEING TAKEN BACK TO THE PARK SECURITY PAVILLION

((weird))

Sorry to keep you waiting, Mr. Pilot.

:: Peers out of the building ::

:: Looking out towards the abyss of the horizon, the crashing of the waves creating a hiss of white noise. Erich was unsure if it was holographic or real, but it was close enough ::

::looks at Annika:: No waiting at all.

::looks around::

I am not enjoying being enclosed in this tube

Glad to out of that. That's definitely something I want to forget.

9:05 PM

# MORE SECURITY ARE COMBING THE STAR WARS AREA FOR THE REST OF THE PARADERS

:: looking like a jedi concealing her swim attire and face with the hood ::

((Is the action picture loading for anyone?))

((no))

::she also puts back on her Jedi Robe::

:: next to EJ and Annika ::

((Nope))

(I see it)

( text only I see )

((I see the text but not the action image))

(yes)

((Just checking, thanks))

(I think you'll have to draw it by hand)

What will they do to Cmdr. Faldek? :: whispers ::

9:08 PM

# THE LIFT STOPS AND THE DOORS OPEN TO A ROOM THAT LOOKED LIKE IT HAD PREVIOUSLY BEEN PART OF SOME KIND OF FAIRYTALE BUT IS NOW USED AS AN OFFICE WITH GOLD ACCENTS EVERYWHERE AND GAUDY DECORATION

(w) Make him watch another video?

((now I see it))

((Me too. Bot finally woke up.))

:: Steps off the lift, eyebrow raised as he looks around, standing near the lift ::

::steps out into the room; looks around::

::looks at them:: (w) Hopefully they don't brainwash him.

::Steps out, looks around quickly for a weapon and an exit::

::exits the lift and looks around at the gaudy office, raises an eyebrow::

::stands around with other touristy people in the Star Wars sector, looking for a familiar face or a quick escape::

I have never heard of a Cardassian behave the way he just did...I did not think the Cardassians were into liberal arts and Earth Fantasy.

::is getting escorted into the main Disney police building::

::looks out of a couple different windows:: It almost looks like we're in the middle of the park

::nods:: He is a special Cardassian. And we like to have him back to the way he was.

I know he's into Earth 20th century pop culture, but I didn't think he'd know the whole Alladdin score off by heart.

9:12 PM

Didn't they say he'd be back to his normal self in a few days?

((Faldek has an eidetic memory))

:: Peeks out a window :: It would appear so

::Checks behind paintings::

Indeed.

(w) So he was brainswashed....and got an imformation dump on Disney Fantasy in his head... That is some serious twisted tech.

::notes the desk, starts to look through it::

::walks Faldek into the security building; they go through a registration that feels more official this time; he brings Faldek into a holding room and sits him down leaving the cuffs on; he exits the room and locks it behind him::

Hm, yes indeed it is.

(w) That's the only thing it could have been.

:: quiets and looks around noting the guards are still at the exits of the Star Wars Land ::

See if you can find anything on the computer

::Sees the same thing as Sierra:: Yeah, not sure how we're gonna get out here without being seen.

:::Grabs the vintage letter opener, turns on the computer:: right

::fiddles his hands around a bit and releases the restraints:: So... restrictive. ::picks them up and puts them on the table in front of him:: (edited)

huh

::looks at the office funishings to see if there might be any useful information stored elsewhere besides the desk::

This is a lot of gold.

:::Taps on the computer somemore:: this is odd.... everything is written in Ferengi

:: To EJ :: What should we do Commander?

Ferengi? ::looks around at the gold then notes the computer language:: Ah frak!

yeah, it is calulating their income as we speak

::looks at Sierra:: We need to figure out how to get Faldek back..

::looks at the screen:: That's a lot of digits

9:18 PM

# THE LIFT CLOSES AND GOES BACK DOWN

crap... the lift left!

::Nods:: Yeah, that too.

::looks up at the sound of the lift moving:: We're about to have company. Everyone stay alert.

::sits in the chair, legs crossed masculine style, his holds clasped neatly in his lap, smiling::

:::Hands McFly the letter opener, pulls out her own knife::

:: Looks around the room, peering out the window, peeking at a console, raising an eyebrow :: Sir, judging by the positioning of the buildings postion on the maps, and the buildings outside, this is the Castle in the center of the park.

I wish I could find a computer terminal of some sort...I am curious what kind of security protocols they have on their systems here.

::holding out an older tricorder model and gets a reading and instructs the other two guards to flank around::

::nods in agreement with Harnett's calculation of their location::

Let's see what we can find.

:: looks around :: I suppose we could go out an employee exit...do you think they would be guarding those?

Probably not.

9:21 PM

Have you seen one?

I hope not.

Isn't that just prime. I suppose there's no better place for a Ferengi to hold his office.

:: looks at Cast Members :: Just want to find a pair on a shift change.....

:: Nods in agreement ::

:::taps on the console trying to pull up security cameras or something besides money::

I see what you're thinking, yeah.

::unlocks the door and enters; sits down at the table; looks at the cuffs sitting there then looks back at his paper work:: Mister Beran Faldek, you were in here earlier for a violent encounter and were let free on a warning. Why did you decide to disrupt the park the way that you did?

:: Erich could not shake this stomach-churning feeling ::

Cast Members> ::: Bolian in SW merchant attire arrives at Fruit cart and hands a chit to the Andorian who is selling Melons.....The Andorian smiles and walks towards a wall that happens to be a door in disguise....::

Well, I was having fun. I had fun and so did many many of the patrons. Why do you people insist on adding subliminal messaging to your videos? Even the Obsidian Order didn't steep that low.

9:25 PM

# TWO GUARD JUMP OUT IN FRONT OF ANNIKA, EJ AND SIERRA; THE THIRD WALKS UP FROM BEHIND

::looks at the guard:: The only thing you got is a broken nose.

9:26 PM

Lay your hand on me, at your own peril.

:: Looking at the CMs she is totally caught of guard :: Hello....uh May we help you?

::pulls open the center drawer, pulls out a PADD - scrolls through::

Yes, hello?

Also I'd prefer that you call me by my rank, which is Commander in Starfleet.

You're under arrest! For endangering the public with, and uh... parading without a permit. Which is unsafe! ::looks to the other guards::

9:27 PM

::the other guards just shrug::

You will be underground, if you touch me.

:: Looks out the window again ::

Anyway, come with us.

No.

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::Pokes PADD:: They are making crazy money here

I don't go with strangers.

9:28 PM

And you're a stranger.

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:: looks to Annika wondering what to do.....::

We have your picture from security cameras in the shop you bought your costumes. You need to come with us.

::continues examining the office furnishings::

:::Checks behind fancy fireplace screen:: safe

I don't go with strangers.

::Looks around, and assesses the situation:: Buying costumes is illegal?

:::Looks up at McFly:: May I crack her open?

::grunts:: Commander, your actions are unbecoming of a Starfleet officer. I'm sure Starfleet wouldn't appreciate learning some of their officers have broken the laws of an soverign planet.

You can try.

I bought some Jedi Robes okay.....I haven't bought any Princess costumes...

Thank you for acknowledging my rank.

Come on man, I don't get paid enough for this. Let's just go or I'll have to cuff you.

I am sure starfleet would appreciate you not falsily arresting their officers or citizens. As would the Klingon Empire.

9:32 PM

# THE LIFT REAPPEARS

:::Cuts the rug and pulls up::

:: Turns to face the lift, eyebrow raised ::

::turns to face the lift as he hears it returning::

:::Stands up and steps infront of McFly::

MUCFLY!!!!!!

::furrows brow:: Mork!

Ah, how truly magnificent it is to witness the ingenuity of your… enterprise. A marvel of modern persuasion! You have taken what lesser minds would call 'manipulation' and elevated it—no, transcended it!—into an art form. To mold the minds of your patrons so seamlessly, so effortlessly, that they not only accept your influence but celebrate it? It is almost… poetic. And yet… ah, here is the tragedy! For in your boundless ambition, you have made a rather unfortunate miscalculation. You see, true mastery lies not in mere control but in the illusion of freedom. A most delicate balance, one that your… shall we say, overenthusiastic methods have upset. Your patrons, these dear, sweet souls, may not yet recognize the strings that bind them—but rest assured, they will. And when they do, well… history has not been kind to those who mistake compliance for loyalty. But take heart! This is not the end, no, merely a… correction. A valuable lesson in the subtleties of power, one that I am sure you will take to heart. After all, what is a little turbulence on the path to greatness? A minor inconvenience, a wrinkle to be smoothed over. And I, ever the optimist, have every confidence that you will… adjust accordingly. Before it is too late, of course.

I should have known it was you.

( oh no...not him )

(lol_

What are you doing to my park, McFly?!

::recognizes Mork, raises an eyebrow::

:: Recognized the name Mork, but has never seen him before ::

premission to kill him

:: thnks EJ would take out several of the underpaid and overweight security staff ::

Me?! You're the one running an illegal operation here.

9:35 PM

Not yet.

::will defend himself, if push comes to shove. He may be a 1/2 Klingon but there is still a Klingon in here::

::definitely he would, but then what? She thought and assessed the situation, but situations like these aren't her forte, so she follows Pilot's lead::

:: hopes the other team is having better luck ::

::finally blinks after hearing Faldek's monologue:: Mister--Commander, Faldek. You're being charged with two counts of disorderly conduct, one count of patron endangerment, one count of paradement without a permit and ten counts of being a pain in the ass. How do you plead?

:::holds knife up to Mork's face:: not even just a little nip

9:39 PM

around the ears

:: recognizes a standoff taking place...so she just remains quiet ::

9:40 PM

# MORE GUARDS ARE SHOWING UP TO SURROUND THE THREE; OTHERS ARE TRYING TO KEEP THE PUBLIC AWAY AND TO AVOID PICTURES BEING TAKEN

::looks around:: Is this suppose to scare me?

Look, don't make this more difficult than it has to be.

Then de-escalate and go about your day, Lieutenant.

::sighs; nods::

This planet will be shut down by Starfleet. As a matter of fact a contingent of ships are currently en route to blockade and shut this place down for gross misconduct and the murder of a Starfleet officer. You may wish to change your tune and start telling me everything you know about the illegal operations and save yourself first. (edited)

You have no idea who I am. Which is fine, but why cause an intergalatic incident? (edited)

:::Has never been involved in an intergalatic incident... ever::

:: wishes her lightsaber was real.......and she could do Jedi Mind Tricks on the Security officers ::

Remember you approached me, I didn't approach you. If anyone is causing a disturbance, you are.

::curious to see where this leads to::

9:45 PM

# A SMALLER GUARD, NEARLY THE SIZE OF A LARGE MOUSE, ALMOST LIKE SOMETHING OUT OF A CUTE DISNEY CARTOON EXCEPT HIS FACE SHOWS THE YEARS OF WEAR AND ANXIETY HE'S HAD TO FACE; EVERY WRINKLE TELLS A STORY AND EACH WOULD MAKE A CHILD WEEP; HIS EYES, SAD AND BITTER FROM THE DARK THINGS THEY HAVE SEEN; THEY APPEAR SUNKEN WITH PUFFY WRINKLED TISSUE ALL AROUND; HE TROTS UP BEHIND EJ AND STICKS HIM WITH A LARGE STUN ROD AND IMMOBILIZES EJ

:::waits to hear the jabs at her having clothes on and other type of things::

::falls to the ground::

oh my gosh!!!!! EJ!!!! :: reaches down instinctively to help him......:::

whoa..

((lawsuit on Mork))

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::two of the guards drag EJ into the employee tunnel system while the other two are cuffed; everyone is taken away without the park patrons knowing anything happened::

:: is handcuffed and taken back stage soon.....it appears in SW land...nothing happened ::

Annoying Kid> ::Almost noticed but given free ice cream::

::follows along::

I see you still have your females covering themselves. Disgusting!

9:49 PM

Why are you even in here?!

( spoken like a true Ferengi )

to inslut you with my clothes

:: notes the envoirns behind the scenes are very ugly and drab.......::

::Blinks:: is that why its so hot here all the time? to have people remove their clothes?

::Likewise notes her surroundings::

::holds up the padd:: Weapons dealing, trafficking of sentient beings, slavery, falsifying dietary facts, where does it end?

9:53 PM

And how did you even steal this place to begin with? I need to add commercial theft to your charges.

:: Listens ::

That should cost him the right ear lobe ::Moves knife to the right ear::

Hey! I own this establishment legally and fairly. A consortium of Ferengi bought it a hundred years ago. I'm the current majority owner. Which makes me the boss. ::ferengi laugh::

:: hopes Security will check on EJ ...wherever they are taking what ever weapon the Rat was holding was very powerful ::

::tilts his head away from Kansas:: You need to leash your females, McFly.

::raises eyebrow at Mork's statement; that information about ownership was not in the guidebook::

::is immobilized and pissed isn't even the word::

::sighs:: Look, Commander, I don't know anything of what you're talking about. I just enforce security around here. You need to take these charges seriously. We're talking possible trial here.

::brings the three to another holding room; they lay EJ down; all three are now cuffed::

:: notes the 10 security guards walking down the corridor with them are all complimenting themselves on a job well done ::

::coughs:: What the f*ck!

when I am done with you... your going to wish to the Gods I was leashed

Mork, we have serious dirt on you. Starfleet will not like knowing you've been doing this in their backyard.

You know that ignorance is not an excuse, right? I am not pleading to anything, you should think about what the Federation courts will do to you and your cohorts once Starfleet shows up. ::smiles::

:: is sat on a bench handcuffs attached to a wall mount ::

Who is ever in charge needs to get here now!

::steps in between KK and Mork::

How dare you attack me! I never laid a hand on you.

::thinks that at the very least Sarfleet should stop sending crews here for "teambuilding exercises"; thinks it would probably not be helpful to say that outloud at this time::

Well I have some serious charges against you as well! Ever since you got here it's been nothing but disruptions and law breaking! I have a right mind to call my diplomatic contacts and have you demoted back to janitor!

Wait until the high council hears about this! There will be a fleet the size of your park sent here.

You'll be fine. The Lt will be here shortly.

And you will be a fine dust.

::Pokes Mork:: Touch him and I de-lobe you!

((DE LOBE HIM!!! DEW IT!!)) (edited)

:: As relaxing as this sitting around was, he could not destress ::

Lt. Cmdr EJ Pilot

((DE LOBE HIM!!! DEW IT!!)) (edited)

((I second this motion))

::sees a message pop up on his computer:: And I see your accomplices have been arrested as well.

( I have to depart...goodnight folks! )

I demand to speak with the owner of this park! At once!

(m) frell

I highly doubt a parade will be seen on the same level as weapons trafficking.

::stares down McFly:: You know how connected I am, do you want to take that bet? Or... ::smiles:: Do you want to make a deal?

((Let Kansas at him!!))

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And the use of expreilmental brainwashing equpiment

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I didn't quite have everything figured out which is why I was so slow tonight.

10:06 PM

KK, Komments?

::hugs McFly::

Hugs don't get cuffs off

It was my fault for making a remark about starting on time

Oh I know.

10:06 PM

But when I find out its Mork....

nice work everyone, Loved the novel Faldek

Bren Faliver

It was my fault for making a remark about starting on time

I'll start late next time.

Well it was recently brought to my attention that a Star Trek trope is for Cardassians to monologue, so I figured I'd start doing it on occasion.

TBS will be immediate.

10:07 PM

Questions or comments?

Will I find out its Mork?

lol

Eventually. But most of the workers don't even know Mork is the boss.

his lobes are mine EJ!!

You can have the lobes, but the rest of him is mine.

10:09 PM

I told him, if I saw him again...what would happen. He should be releasing me quicker and getting me off of the planet.

10:09 PM

that sounds like a good plane

Now he is threatening my comrades?? No Mr Ferengi.

Alright, if nothing else, nanoo nanoo!... DISMISSED!!!

Later!

Goodnight and good week all yall

later dudes

Bye everybody!

Mork calling Orson, come in Orson!

Goodnight!

we are not going to beable to go any where on leave

Its okay.

10:12 PM

We can go to the holodeck (edited)

Maybe next time we just relax on the holodeck

10:12 PM

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