Ave-ennore3

Star Trek: Odyssey

Aitera / ave-ennore

[O] Ensign S’Rora BOT 22-Nov-21 04:28 PM

*Oh crap. S’Rora’s brain was on full red alert now, contemplating whether she had made a bad first impression or made a mistake by not immediately recognizing her. Yet the Caitian could only stammer.* “Oh, well, ma’am… I’m Lieu- Ensign S’Rora, your… er, supply officer…”

Lt. Cmdr. T'Pel Kestra 22-Nov-21 04:34 PM

*T'Pel has been busy buzzing around ensuring they had enough ration packs and what nots, and assisted in loading of their new pack mule friend, a very large rocky and mossy Forest Golem.*

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Forest Golem BOT 22-Nov-21 04:36 PM

*The Golem, for lack of a better term, was standing in one spot as his large pack was being loaded, looking quietly around to all the weird colorful people buzzing around. Once the pack was loaded and ready to go, with thunderous steps on the metal platform and toddled around to hoist it up onto his rock back.*

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Lt. JG Katie Chaffee 22-Nov-21 04:38 PM

“Oh, I’m sorry, I was just joking, I didn’t mean to upset you.“ *She reddened embarrassed, and feeling a little guilty over flustering the poor ensign.* “Nice to meet you!” *She smiled warmly.* “I actually didn’t know I had a supply officer under me, I guess that’s a nice surprise.”

[O] Ensign S’Rora BOT 22-Nov-21 04:40 PM

“Well I spoke with Lieutenant Everglast already and she told me to seek you out, so… I guess this is a lucky coincidence.”

Crewmen Mek’tor BOT 22-Nov-21 04:42 PM

*Mek’tor would inspect the Golem, frankly in awe of such a creature mighty creature. Prodding it gently with his sheathed Bat’leth it no doubt would provide a fight worthy of song*

“Mek’tor son of Klaa, what is your name Kin of rock?”

Ignis BOT 22-Nov-21 04:43 PM

*Ignis was sitting on the head of the Golem, quite curious how this being of stone moved around and worked. She's never seen a geological creature before, and she wanted to see it up close.*

Lt. JG Katie Chaffee 22-Nov-21 04:43 PM

“Yes it is! Rather exciting, for me personally because I’ve never had anyone directly under me permanently, I’ve been acting this and acting that, but that was a temporary thing.”

Forest Golem BOT 22-Nov-21 04:44 PM

*The Golem paid no mind to the weird little lizard on his head.*

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[O] Ensign S’Rora BOT 22-Nov-21 04:46 PM

@Lt. JG Katie Chaffee - jump “Oh, well… I transferred here from ESD, so… I guess I’m your *only* subordinate?”

Lt. JG Katie Chaffee 22-Nov-21 04:48 PM

“I would guess so! Still fun.” *She smiled, but this vanished when she had a sudden moment of clarity that she sounded a little conceited.* “Um, anyway, so, uh, tell me a little about yourself, ensign.”

[Sci] Ensign Garland Hunter BOT 22-Nov-21 04:48 PM

\*Garland was slightly late but had made it! He'd been more than ready to explore and check this place out for science and was practically vibrating with excitement

Crewmen Mek’tor BOT 22-Nov-21 04:49 PM

*The Golem seemingly paying him no mind the Klingon would grunt before wrapping his hands around its leg and trying with all his might to lift* *Lifting the Golem’s foot maybe a couple centimeters before dropping it in exhaustion Mek’tor would laugh heartily before patting the rocky elemental* “You my friend are heavy! If only we had war beasts such as you in the Seige of Xarv we would have battered down there fortress in a fortnight”

Ignis BOT 22-Nov-21 04:51 PM

*She turned her head to Mek'tor and purred a little. This Klingon was quite interesting. How'd he respond to her? She was a dragon after all, but she didn't look all that hostile, or so she hoped.*

[O] Ensign S’Rora BOT 22-Nov-21 04:51 PM

“A-about myself?” *S’Rora paled and internally screamed once more.*

PO3 Harry Lynton 22-Nov-21 04:52 PM

*Harry had of course been around where the other Tactical officers were, understanding that he was totally unprepared for the scientific nature of such an expedition. He had always loved to study science as a kid yes, but he was a tactical officer. It had been drilled into him that he had a single job, fight. Fight when necessary and defend your fellow crewmembers with all of your might. Any failure could and would lead to injuries and even death of one's fellow crewmember. So he held onto the strap that held his Phaser Rifle that was slung on his should a little bit tighter for a moment. His social anxiety was starting to get the better of him, so maybe being in a position within the column that was away from most people would calm him down some.*

Lt. JG Cerred King 22-Nov-21 04:53 PM

*Cerred double checked his bag of supplies and looked up at the others, curious to see if anyone else in Intel had in fact joined in.*

Forest Golem BOT 22-Nov-21 04:53 PM

*The hulking rocky form was unmoved by the Klingon, and he looks down and just stared at him. A low hum coming from his rocky gut.*

[T] Ens. K. Karvak BOT 22-Nov-21 04:54 PM

*His eyes moved over to Mek'tor and furiously sketched the scene, waiting for the second part... though none came. This seemed beautiful...*

Crewmen Mek’tor BOT 22-Nov-21 04:58 PM

*Mek’tor rather liked this creature it reminded him of his Targ growing up. Different from that of its species it was calm and friendly to those it knew but deep down it was a ravenous beast with a injury count longer than Mek’tors arm.* “I shall call you Nagh, let us travel this journey and seek glory together!” *His eyes would move from the Golems eyes to the small lizard resting on its head*

[O] Ensign S’Rora

“A-about myself?” *S’Rora paled and internally screamed once more.*

Lt. JG Katie Chaffee 22-Nov-21 04:59 PM

“Sure! If you don’t want to that’s fine, I don’t have anything against that, I just like to get to know people.”

[O] Ensign S’Rora BOT 22-Nov-21 05:00 PM

@Lt. JG Katie Chaffee - jump “Well… I was born on Cait… I have a twin sister… I lived in San Francisco for a while… I guess I can sing pre— err, I mean…”

Lt. Cmdr. T'Pel Kestra 22-Nov-21 05:01 PM

*T'Pel moved to the front of the large crowd and slipped her fingers into her mouth to whistle loudly, catching everyone's attention,* "Listen up! In a few moments we will be departing on a pilgrimage that is a long held tradition for Aitera. Following in their dictated path, which just so happens also offers us a chance to learn more about this world. We, my science team, have been authorized to collect fauna samples from select area's, which I will inform you of when we get to that point. Everyone else is to leave everything as you found it. Removing anything from unauthorized area's will be viewed as theft and treated as such. **Do I make myself clear?**" *T'Pel paused and waited for absolute confirmation.*

PO3. Richard Hughes 22-Nov-21 05:02 PM

*Richard Hughes disembarked the Odyssey to this calm-for-now scene, weapon slung tightly in the high port position across his chest while he waited for the security on duty to clear him to pass. Once they did, he stepped down the boarding ramp, his eyes darting over the assembled group- what in hell was* **\*that** creature? He hadn't seen anything like the giant rock-thing in the admittedly little time he'd spent on this world.\* *He'd arrived just in time to hear Cmdr. Kestra's speech, and joined the chorus he anticipated of* "Yes, sir!" (edited)

[T] Ens. K. Karvak BOT 22-Nov-21 05:02 PM

*He nodded once sharply at the woman to say that he indeed understood.* "Yes, Com'mder." *He replied.*

Lt. Xander Spica 22-Nov-21 05:04 PM

"Sure thing." *He gave a nod.*

Ignis BOT 22-Nov-21 05:05 PM

*Ignis decided to leave the Klingon be and fly over to T'Pel, landing on her shoulder and looking around. She hasn't been with T'Pel in a long time, so she'd like to spend some more time with her. Who wouldn't want to spend more time with an old friend?*

Lt. JG Cerred King 22-Nov-21 05:05 PM

"Understood!" *Cerred called in response, nodding as he draped Kabiel around his neck.*

Crewmen Mek’tor BOT 22-Nov-21 05:08 PM

*The Klingon would give the golden one last pat before flicking his Phaser rifle to stun and preparing to depart* “Understood Commander”

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 22-Nov-21 05:09 PM

"Got it."

Lt. Cmdr. T'Pel Kestra 22-Nov-21 05:15 PM

*After the agreeable murmur from Odyssey's crew, she gave a nod,* "Good. If you look around you will see many different ranks, and that I am not the only department head. You may count myself, Commander Stryker, Lieutenant Vax as *Team Leaders*. Tactical and security are here simply to keep us all safe as we will be traveling into the wilderness. If they give you an order, you are to **follow it to the letter**. Failure to do so...well...we cannot be held responsible for what your poor decisions call upon you. I will not be pleased if your actions result in anyone else's injury." *T'Pel picked up her own pack and schlepped it onto her back,* "Stay together. Stay alert. We are all watching each other's backs. See something, say something. Any questions?"

Dr. Rownan Ch’ranirh BOT 22-Nov-21 05:15 PM

*Rownan quickly ran up to the group with his lack and límites he had to take with him.* “Oh oh I’m here….” *He was mostly talking to himself as he slows down and follows.*

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 22-Nov-21 05:16 PM

"No Ma'am." *Vax looked around, okay that was new, was not expecting that responsibility, but oh well. He got it anyway.*

Lt. Xander Spica 22-Nov-21 05:18 PM

"Yeah, do we have any ideas of potential dangers here? Plants we need to watch out for, wildlife, that sort of thing." *He said as he raised his hand.*

Lt. JG Cerred King 22-Nov-21 05:18 PM

*Cerred adjusted his bag and blinked. He was here too but that's alright. He adjusted his pack again and nodded.*

[T] Ensign K'kothi BOT 22-Nov-21 05:19 PM

*Seeing that things were about to start now, K'kothi silently shook his head indicating he had no questions, and he stood ready. His eyes looked over the area at the others who had come together for this, before he turned back to watch the commanding officers.*

[T] Ens. K. Karvak BOT 22-Nov-21 05:22 PM

*He silently nodded and scratched the side of his leg with his foot.*

Lt. Cmdr. T'Pel Kestra 22-Nov-21 05:24 PM

*T'Pel looked to Xander and gave a nod,* "Yes and...not exactly." *She gave a heavy sigh and pulled a small book from her pocket and held it up,* "This will apparently tell us anything we wish to know on anything we encounter. We just have to...*encounter* it first. The pages are "magical" and will bring up information on what ever we point it at. I have a stack of these books but not enough for everyone. So, I have opted to give my science officers one. Be careful with them Xander."

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[Sci] Ensign Garland Hunter BOT 22-Nov-21 05:25 PM

*Garland nodded quietly in understanding, making sure his tricorder was on and charged up.*

Lt. Xander Spica 22-Nov-21 05:26 PM

"Sure thing. Just means not throwing it into anything stupid or giving it to Ignis." *He chuckled a bit.* "I'll be careful, T'Pel."

PO3. Richard Hughes 22-Nov-21 05:29 PM

*Hughes nodded his head slightly, a little confirmatory action, before something caught the corner of his eye and his head snapped round to the Odyssey - it was the Odyssey itself. Hughes had rarely seen a starship in person from the outside before, and now to see the colossal vessel in front of him was a sobering experience. And this was 'normal', at least by the standards of the twenty-fifth century. What were they going to run into?*

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Ignis BOT 22-Nov-21 05:32 PM

*She situated herself a bit better on the shoulder of T'Pel, just vibing. She didn't have anywhere to go yet, so she was just gonna sit here for now. Enjoying the view on everyone. Damn, this group sure was big. Why was everyone so interested in this place? It was litterally a floating rock with a tree in the middle, what could be so interesting about that?*

Crewmen Mek’tor BOT 22-Nov-21 05:37 PM

*Getting an idea Mek’tor would carefully climb the golem and take up position on its back. Giving him a good vantage point of the collected group as well as an elevated position in the case of combat*

PO3 Harry Lynton 22-Nov-21 05:47 PM

*As the group most definitely started to move, Harry started to move towards the rearguard. He had finally just decided that being in the back would be best for a reclusive individual. Their job was to just ensure that everyone was together and not somehow getting lost. And of course the defensive predisposition of such a position. So he’d ensure that everyone got home safely to the best of his ability.*

Lt. JG Katie Chaffee 22-Nov-21 06:11 PM

*Katie moved with the rest of the group, a couple feet in front of Srora.*

[O] Ensign S’Rora BOT 22-Nov-21 06:12 PM

*S’Rora followed Katie and the rest, glad to end the conversation and get moving.*

[I] Ensign Shara Larili BOT 22-Nov-21 06:13 PM

*she followed the people up front, a hand on her side bag and the other playing with her new dagger*

Lt. JG Cerred King 22-Nov-21 06:22 PM

*Cerred followed quietly along with the group.*

[T] Ensign K'kothi BOT 22-Nov-21 06:31 PM

*K'kothi follows the group, silently watching the surrounding area as he kept with the group.*

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 22-Nov-21 06:33 PM

*Vax slowly began to walk quietly along with the group.*

[Sec] Warrant Officer Serapia Albitina BOT 22-Nov-21 06:39 PM

*Serapia felt an eerie sense if familiarity as she organized her pack and placed it on her back watching the others doing the same and moving out. Much of the operations she had went on while on her planet were similar to this if you were just a frontline crewmember. Large formations, rucking large distances carrying everything you could possibly need to survive for a few days. The smiled as she picked up her phaser rifle, made sure everything was secure and comfortable and marched out with the others taking position near the front of the formation.*

[O] Ensign S’Rora BOT 22-Nov-21 06:44 PM

*S’Rora also get some similarity, though less malevolent: it reminded her of her homeworld of Cait. None of the plants she recognized, but the general outline of the rocks and trees were familiar enough.*

[Sci] Ensign Garland Hunter BOT 22-Nov-21 06:48 PM

*Garland adjusted his pack and followed along with the group. He couldn't help but think back to the hikes and camping trip he'd taken through the rainforest with his siblings on Earth and it made him smile a bit.*

Narrator BOT 22-Nov-21 06:58 PM

*With the Golem taking up the rear, and T'Pel out front, she lead everyone through the city and out to the path into the* #aiteran-forest

Lt. Girak Mayott 29-Nov-21 05:55 PM

*Mayott headed out and stood by Nim as they walked down the stone street.* “I think I remember there being some kind of a place to see maps…” *He stopped walking, eyes squinting to look far ahead.*

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Dr. Nimarah Drex 29-Nov-21 06:00 PM

*Her dark eyes searched the surrounding area, though she couldn’t pick out the place. Nim had been more than a little inebriated the last time she’d been here.* “I’m not sure honestly, I didn’t pay that much attention when I was here at the party. I had other things on my mind,”

@Lt. Girak Mayott

Lt. Girak Mayott 29-Nov-21 06:00 PM

(Like what? )

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Lt. Girak Mayott

(Like what? )

Dr. Nimarah Drex 29-Nov-21 06:03 PM

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Lt. Girak Mayott 29-Nov-21 06:06 PM

*His memory was sharp, maybe not as much as it should be because of his life choices, but he stopped the shop and exclaimed.* “Ah ha! A map shop. We can see where the hot springs are, let’s go ask.”

Dr. Nimarah Drex 29-Nov-21 06:09 PM

*Perhaps she could pick one up to keep as a reminder of where they’d been. Was that allowed? Probably not.* “Sounds like a good idea, I’m so glad the locals are as friendly as they are. Shore leave would be much more dull otherwise,”

Lt. Girak Mayott 29-Nov-21 07:57 PM

“I don’t think we’d even stop here It they’re hostel.” *Well, that was his first go to; these guys want to harm them. He walked to the open entrance of the shop and went inside. The place had one room with book shelves on the walls. The back of the room sat a desk, and a thin man with a pointy nose wearing a brown apron poured over a large paper on the desk.*

Dr. Nimarah Drex 29-Nov-21 08:21 PM

“That’s very true,” *Nim looked around in awe at the books, it was rare to see such a collection with everything as digitized as it was in starfleet. Nim had a tendency to keep a book on her nightstand, but once she was done it went into the recycler and she would pick another one from her list to read.* “Do you like to read Girak?” *She asked, sticking close to his side.*

Lt. Girak Mayott 30-Nov-21 12:05 AM

*He didn’t think much of the books but Nim was another story. It was sweet to watch how excited they made her.* “Occasionally. I used to do so much paperwork and review reports that all I’d want to do is anything but read.” *He chuckled and looked at the guy in the back as he wanted towards the desk.* “I’m guessing you do?”

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Dr. Nimarah Drex 01-Dec-21 08:01 AM

“I read to relax, mostly fiction. I also like to keep up to date on the latest medical information when it’s available,” *With such infrequent contact with starfleet HQ that wasn’t often, but when it did come through Nim was all over it.* “What do you like to do to relax, if not read?” (edited)

Lt. Girak Mayott 01-Dec-21 01:49 PM

“News of the Federation is one, and different meditation techniques. I’ve been wanting to learn how to keep peace with me.” *Instead of just being angry.* “Commander Kestra was going to show me a Vulcan one, but things are hard right now. I believe she’d rather try to heal herself first before teaching others.” *They came up to the man who, only then raised his head.* Thin Man: “Evening. Are you hear for the latest book of the ‘Walking on the Sun’ series?”

Dr. Nimarah Drex 01-Dec-21 07:59 PM

*Walking on the Sun? That sounded interesting, but that wasn’t what they were here for.* “Oh no, me and my friend here were actually looking for a map?” *Friend? Not technically a lie, she did consider Girak a friend. A dear friend at that, but Nim still wasn’t sure if this was a date or platonic outing. She shook her head as she could feel herself getting distracted, one thing at a time.*

Narrator឵ BOT 01-Dec-21 10:13 PM

Thin man: “Well good thing your aren’t. I’ve hade 17 people come up me today asking. I said to them ‘the books will be in shortly’. Unfortunately they were eaten by a Welong beast in transit. They should have used the flying express like I told them to.” *He breathed a big sigh then remembers what she said.* “Oh map yes of course. You’ll forgive me I’m usually more tidier then this.” *His hands swept across the desk and part of the pile of papers disappeared.* “Now, a map of what exactly?” *He adjusted his glasses to the bridge of his nose but they slowly slide down to the tip of his nose. This looked like something that happened often.*

Dr. Nimarah Drex 02-Dec-21 02:56 PM

*Nim had no idea what a Welong beast was, but she nodded along appropriately.* “A map to the hot springs, I have heard excellent things about it and my friend and I were hoping to go there to relax,” *She smiled at Girak, as she glanced slightly to the side.*

Lt. Girak Mayott 02-Dec-21 10:40 PM

*Mayott kept silent since it looks like the thin man was only acknowledging Nim. Well, as long as they get a map he’s happy.* Narrator: Thin Man- “Oh yes the springs, that’s a very popular place to go. There are a few sections…let me see, hold that though dearly..” *The man ducks down behind the desk before popping back up.* “Here, is a map that shows the path to get there. It’s not too far..” *he unrolls a little 12x12 map and point to an area that’s through a forest up higher in the hills.* “By foot it takes one hour. I’d you take a Skyon you’ll be there in 10 mins.”

Narrator BOT 03-Dec-21 06:47 PM

✨ *Sparkle sparkle shimmer shimmer, Chef Mike who is played by @Chef "Mike" Maictar’du materializes at the bottom of the ramp.* ✨

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Chef 'mike' Maictar’du BOT 03-Dec-21 06:49 PM

as soon as he's able to move, he takes of his massive backback which is just FILLED to the brim with different plants, herbs and mushroom, most still with the dirt attached and kept in small containers to preserve them "Right, This is it..." he places the bag on the ground, before pulling out the book he used to analyse and register the plants (edited)

Narrator BOT 03-Dec-21 06:54 PM

*The inspection is conducted, and nothing is denied or confiscated.*

Chef 'mike' Maictar’du BOT 03-Dec-21 06:57 PM

"I wish both your people" *he makes a slight bow to the native guards, before then turning to the crew members* "and my own, a goodday" *He then smiles before he and all his filth gets back onboard, backpack ofcourse back on his back*

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 03-Dec-21 07:57 PM

*Cecilia and Vax were walking back to the ship from the floating Gardens. Cecilia hadn't spoke the entire time as the images of her parents burned into her mind continued to show itself and bother her.*

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 03-Dec-21 07:59 PM

*Vax was with her at her side, he knew Cecilia like the back of a book though, she wasn't talking, meant she was thinking, and hard* "You alright?"

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 03-Dec-21 08:02 PM

"Yes..." *She lied poorly.*

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 03-Dec-21 08:03 PM

"You know, for a spy, you're not a great liar, what's up?"

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 03-Dec-21 08:06 PM

"Its was a stupid question. If I known I would have their faces living in my mind so vividly I would've asked the bloody toast question..." *She said a bit pissed off.* "I don't even know if we will ever get back home...I should've listened to my self and shut up..." (edited)

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 03-Dec-21 08:06 PM

"Are we talking about the question of who your parents are?"

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 03-Dec-21 08:08 PM

"Who else would I be talking about?" *She said shoving her hands in her pockets as she walked.*

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 03-Dec-21 08:13 PM

"Are you upset because you now know what you parents look like? Or are you upset because we aren't getting home anytime soon?"

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 03-Dec-21 08:16 PM

"Do I really have to answer that?" *She said sarcastically.* "You know its both...I am tired Vax, tried of this ship, this place, everything."

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 03-Dec-21 08:21 PM

"So maybe it would help if...after all of this..we..." *Vax couldn't come to say it, though he probably had to.* "Re-Retire."

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 03-Dec-21 08:25 PM

"Yes I could sleep for years after this..." *Cecilia said yawning and missing what Vax actually meant*

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 03-Dec-21 08:28 PM

"No no no..I mean like..Re-Retire Retire.." *Vax gave Cecilia those eyes.*

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 03-Dec-21 08:29 PM

*She stopped and faced him fully.* "Retire...as in leave Starfleet?"

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 03-Dec-21 08:36 PM

"You've seen a lot, we both have. I'm there to support you, I mean..from what it sounds like, you want to take a break from starfleet."

"I'd follow your lead."

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 03-Dec-21 08:49 PM

"Why?" *Cecilia questioned. She had thought about it before but always ended up thinking there was no way she would survive and function on the outside world.* "Don't you love your job?" *She gave a nervous chuckle.* "I couldn't do that to you."

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 03-Dec-21 08:50 PM

"Of course I love my job, but I realize that..if I keep down this..pilot path..they'll probably put me behind a desk eventually, training new pilots."

"Sure, the Captaincy is what I want, who doesn't want that when you're in command. But it can wait."

"We can get a nice house somewhere, get some jobs that are..away from starfleet for a while, figure out what life will be like."

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 03-Dec-21 08:52 PM

*She scoffed.* "What job could you see me doing?"

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 03-Dec-21 08:54 PM

*Vax thought for a minute* "You are good at organizing people, and good with leadership, sure you are a pain in the ass sometimes, but who cares.."

"I'm sure you don't have to have job, I mean..I just know how you like to keep busy."

"What about the local police department in one of the towns if we settle somewhere remote?"

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 03-Dec-21 08:56 PM

"I...don't know...its been so long since I was..." *She crossed her arms.* "I am not going to be a stay at home wife..."

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 03-Dec-21 08:58 PM

*Vax chuckled* "Well I didn't say you had to be right? You aren't limited by options, there are plenty of things to do. Like I said, the police department is an option right?"

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 03-Dec-21 09:01 PM

"I suppose..." *She looked away a bit.* "My career is over anyway, it might be the best choice, but is this something you want to do? Not me, you."

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 03-Dec-21 09:07 PM

"Aww..don't say that..your career isn't over till you say its over C..."

"And to answer your question, I'm sure I could work out something, we could be posted on a starbase or something, like deep space nine?"

"Or we could be posted back on earth, I could get a job teaching at the academy."

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 03-Dec-21 09:18 PM

"Only Captains and up get those positions and when do we ever get a choice in where we get assigned to. I never wanted the Odyssey assignment. I wasn't even suppose to be stationed here, you know this..."

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 03-Dec-21 09:20 PM

"Yeah yeah..I know..but I have..friends, im sure I can get us assigned somewhere where we will feel comfortable."

"Not sure how much they would want a pilot on a space station, but maybe a command person, who knows."

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 03-Dec-21 09:23 PM

"I don't want you rearranging your life for me Vax." *She sighed.* "Your career is much more important over mine. You have to stay here. I'll just deal with it as I always have."

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 03-Dec-21 09:31 PM

"You're forgetting you aren't alone this time. You have me, you have support of others."

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 03-Dec-21 09:45 PM

"Then...you can support me on this blasted assignment...hm?"

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 03-Dec-21 09:47 PM

"I can try my best, no promises though."

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 03-Dec-21 09:52 PM

"No promises..." *She repeated.* "Just say it. You want me to retire don't you."

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 03-Dec-21 09:55 PM

"I did not say that, you know I didn't."

"And I don't mean it either.'

"I don't want you to retire, however, with the current attitude you have, it sounds like you want to retire."

Lt. Girak Mayott 03-Dec-21 09:57 PM

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Lt. Girak Mayott

*Mayott kept silent since it looks like the thin man was only acknowledging Nim. Well, as long as they get a map he’s happy.* Narrator: Thin Man- “Oh yes the springs, that’s a very popular place to go. There are a few sections…let me see, hold that though dearly..” *The man ducks down behind the desk before popping back up.* “Here, is a map that shows the path to get there. It’s not too far..” *he unrolls a little 12x12 map and point to an area that’s through a forest up higher in the hills.* “By foot it takes one hour. I’d you take a Skyon you’ll be there in 10 mins.”

Dr. Nimarah Drex 03-Dec-21 10:00 PM

*A Skyon? Goodness there were a lot of things that didn’t make much sense to her around here, though the hike sounded nice Nim was a touch impatient to melt into the water which would be delightfully warm no doubt.* “Forgive my asking, we’re not from around here. But what exactly is a Skyon?”

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 03-Dec-21 10:12 PM

@C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax (@Lt. Terzom Vax) - [jump "I...don't..." *She sounded unsure of herself.* "Why don't you tell me what you want!"

Narrator BOT 03-Dec-21 10:12 PM

“Well I guessed that from the clothes you’re wearing.” *He adjusts his glasses and then sunk behind his desk and came back yup with a book.* “Let me see…” *The pages flew through his finger till he found what he’s looking for.* “Here you are. A Skyon is a beast you ride through the air to get to locations quicker.” *He turned the book around to reveal a large, Pheonix looking bird. It wore a harness and reins around It’s neck.* “They’re fast, and you fly high into the air of course.” \*As the man looked through the pages he peered over to see the pictures and description of native animals. The Skyon was shown and his eyes grew then turned to Nim. She hates heights so this wouldn’t be the best option

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 03-Dec-21 10:15 PM

@I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica (@WO Serapia Albitina) - [jump "I want you to be happy damn it C...why don't you understand that."

Dr. Nimarah Drex 03-Dec-21 10:22 PM

*Nim looked at Girak, silently pleading not to be dragged onto that giant bird. She liked hikes, the ground was solid and pleasantly firm. It would also give them a chance to chat, and see the wildlife.* “Ah that sounds…like something. What do you think? A hike might be a nice way to get to see the local scenery,”

Lt. Girak Mayott 04-Dec-21 01:49 AM

*Mayott completely got the hint, once he heard it was a huge bird his mind was made up as a definite no. Now isn’t the time to help Nim work on her fear of heights. He nodded at Nim then looked at the man.* “A map is all we need.”

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[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 04-Dec-21 06:01 AM

@C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax (@Lt. Terzom Vax) - [jump "Not at your expense." *She stated* "If we are going to be bloody joint by the hip for the rest of our lives...I don't want you to give up on your dreams and then resent me for making you do so. Being with you makes me happy enough."

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 04-Dec-21 09:05 AM

@I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica (@WO Serapia Albitina) - [jump *Vax blinked, then hugged Cecilia* "We'll figure it out together, like always."

Narrator BOT 04-Dec-21 12:16 PM

Thin Man: “Well, the choice is yours. Hold that thought..” *he went down again and Mayott was wondering if behinds his desk there’s a stairway to some basement. After a minute or two he came back up.* “Here we are, this map is more detailed about the footpaths for the more exploring type.” *He set down the paper and turned it around so they can see it.* Mayott: *The map did have a lot of detailed on the trails. Perhaps they should pick the easier and lest steep ones.*

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 04-Dec-21 07:07 PM

@C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax (@Lt. Terzom Vax) - [jump *She hugged him back and then continued walking.* "If we do end up staying here for the rest of your bloody lives, I will settle down with you, far away from all the crew and magic. A nice log cabin, us sitting by the fire..." *She pictured it all in her head.*

Narrator

Thin Man: “Well, the choice is yours. Hold that thought..” *he went down again and Mayott was wondering if behinds his desk there’s a stairway to some basement. After a minute or two he came back up.* “Here we are, this map is more detailed about the footpaths for the more exploring type.” *He set down the paper and turned it around so they can see it.* Mayott: *The map did have a lot of detailed on the trails. Perhaps they should pick the easier and lest steep ones.*

Dr. Nimarah Drex 04-Dec-21 07:12 PM

“Thank you, this will be very helpful. Are we able to get a copy of the map, or perhaps I could scan it and have it on my device?” *She patted the small satchel on her hip that held her PADD, her badge, and few other odds and ends.*

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 04-Dec-21 07:21 PM

@I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica (@WO Serapia Albitina) - [jump "Sounds lovely, though I still imagine us getting back to earth, especially if I have anything to say about it."

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 04-Dec-21 07:23 PM

"What are you going to do? You are not a scientist." *She scoffed and chuckled.*

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 04-Dec-21 07:27 PM

"I'm not sure, I've never thought about a life outside of starfleet, maybe make holodeck programs like I sometimes do in my spare time, get more into that I mean. Or perhaps...fix up old cars."

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 04-Dec-21 07:28 PM

"Car?" *She raised an eyebrow not knowing what he was referring to.*

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 04-Dec-21 07:30 PM

"Uhh...automobiles..you know..combustible forms of transportation."

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 04-Dec-21 07:52 PM

"Vax, what in the bloody fuck are you talking about?" *She was genuinely confused.*

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 04-Dec-21 07:53 PM

*Vax looked at Cecilia confused, how in the world did she not know what a car was, even he did, and he wasn't even human!* "It's a form of transportation, like shuttlecraft, just..older..and..they got 4 wheels."

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 04-Dec-21 07:56 PM

"So a hovercraft? They don't have wheels idiot." *She said with a chuckle.* "Stop trying to bloody mess with me."

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 04-Dec-21 07:57 PM

"Well..like...I'm not sure how to explain this.." Vax grabbed his PADD, shifting through something and then tapping a button "There I sent you some information."

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 04-Dec-21 07:59 PM

*She turned on her PADD and looked at he picture.* "What is that...?" *She said with a disgusted look on her face*

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 04-Dec-21 08:00 PM

"It's a...car..or I mean..its one that I own."

"A 1966 Ford GT? It's a race car, and the car behind that is a 1969 Pontiac."

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 04-Dec-21 08:02 PM

"You use these...things to race? 1966? These are centuries old! No wonder it looks so...ugh..." *She closed the PADD.*

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 04-Dec-21 08:03 PM

"So ugly in your words, cool in mine. Yes, I use them to race, or well..you can use them to race, nobody does though. Not anymore."

"They're at my apartment back in San Francisco, and before you say ANYTHING, no im not getting rid of them."

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 04-Dec-21 08:07 PM

"As long as I don't have to deal with whatever toxic mess or parts it produces I don't care." She stated. "Your hobbies are so unusual Vax...its fairly...attractive...." (edited)

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 04-Dec-21 08:10 PM

"What hobbies? Collecting old stuff? Doing stupid things? Those hobbies/"

"No wonder ladies can't keep their hands off me, im an expensive item."

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 04-Dec-21 08:16 PM

"Or they believe you are so impoverished and idiotic they take pity on you. Perhaps give you a ride to the local homeless refuge as their charity for the day." *She said as a joke.*

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 04-Dec-21 08:17 PM

*Vax walked over to Cecilia, putting his arm around her* "We sure that isn't where I was supposed to take you on our first time meeting each other?"

"I think the guy at the bar said to m before I walked over to you my first time. He said 'Vax buddy, from what i've heard, she's the most idiotic, selfish, and cruel girl on the block, you sure you want her?' And I said to him, 'Hell yeah brother, she seems just like my type." *Vax said, giving her a smirk, he was obviously joking.*

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 04-Dec-21 08:24 PM

*She elbowed him in the stomach pretty hard.* "As if I am a common prostitute..." *She did not like the joke very much.*

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 04-Dec-21 08:25 PM

"Ow.." *Vax held his stomach area around his gut* "What was that for? It was only a joke."

Narrator BOT 04-Dec-21 10:32 PM

@Dr. Nimarah Drex - jump “Scan? Well you can make a copy. I’m rather interested in this copy device you speak of.” *He set the map on the desk and stood back, expecting her to cast some kind of spell on the paper.*

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 05-Dec-21 06:09 AM

@C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax (@Lt. Terzom Vax) - [jump *She looked away from him as they continued walking. Clearly, she was giving him the silent treatment.*

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 05-Dec-21 08:14 AM

@I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica (@WO Serapia Albitina) - [jump "Fine...don't tell me.." *Vax walked in silence*

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 05-Dec-21 08:30 AM

*A moment or two passed then Cecilia finally spoke.* "That happens...what you described...that actually happens. I rather not be reminded of that fact." *She said remembering her time on her planet.*

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 05-Dec-21 08:34 AM

"I'm sorry, it was an insensitive joke C..."

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 05-Dec-21 08:41 AM

*She sighed.* "Your ignorance doesn't upset me... As a police officer, I had to deal with such situations often. When I was younger...I was lucky enough to be able to stand up to such people. If I didn't save my sister from that blasted orphanage I am certain she would be one of those people."

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 05-Dec-21 10:16 AM

"I doubt that.. your sister is the most religious person out there."

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 05-Dec-21 10:24 AM

"Because of me Vax...I put her in that Church so she wouldn't be exposed to...everything." *She said unsure of her decision slightly.*

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 05-Dec-21 01:24 PM

"Oh..." *Well that was news to him*

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 05-Dec-21 01:31 PM

"It was better than being abused and worked to death every day...can we not talk about this?" *She said quickly.*

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 05-Dec-21 02:41 PM

"Sure, we can change the subject." *Vax smiled lightly*

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 05-Dec-21 05:46 PM

*Vax thought for a minute* "I'm going to guess the Captain might let us..have one of the holodecks for a week or so, maybe use the time to do a honeymoon, after all, we can go anywhere in the holodeck."

"I mean, have you thought about an idea at least? Cause im fresh out of them."

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 05-Dec-21 05:53 PM

"You want our honey moon on the holodeck?" *She asked somewhat unsure.* "I wouldn't know what would we do? This is about the time I ask my sister for advice..."

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 05-Dec-21 06:56 PM

"Well..I'll give you time to ask her if you so want, though I mean..the honeymoon is the time for us to well..have fun if I read up on it correctly, so we can make it whatever you want."

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 05-Dec-21 07:00 PM

"...Oh...then how about we do what I suggested a while back. When I said we should run away from the ship?"

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[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 05-Dec-21 07:04 PM

"Uhh..." *Vax paused for a minute* "You know that's desertion right babe?"

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[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 05-Dec-21 07:20 PM

"Not if we get premission...and comeback." *She said with a suggestive smile.* "It will just be you, me, and a shuttle. We can just bloody fly in system at impulse. Please!" *Cecilia turned to him an pleaded.* "Your mother is the XO. I am sure she can allow us just this one time."

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 05-Dec-21 07:22 PM

*Vax sighed, looking up at the stars* "I will..try and work something out..but im thinking we would have to check with the Aiterans, its their space after all, its their universe."

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 05-Dec-21 07:59 PM

"What they don't know won't concern them. Are they even bloody capable of space travel?"

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 05-Dec-21 08:01 PM

"Remember what Erain or the..lady told us at the party? They are capable of space travel, or at least, I remember reading that somewhere."

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 05-Dec-21 08:04 PM

"Well, we are not going to go blow up moons or anything. They have no need to interfere with Starfleet operations...which just so happened to be a newly wed couple on a honey moon."

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 05-Dec-21 08:04 PM

"I'll see what I can do..though no promises, I mean...if they say no, that means no, that and I don't want to lose my job."

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 05-Dec-21 08:12 PM

"Since when you were such a bloody goodie two shoes?" *Cecilia said feeling a slight rush.* "You are the Chief Helmsman, you are incharge of those things. You can't just schedule an extended patrol or check one out for testing and maintenance? For crying out loud We could steal on easily. No one would know. Just the thought is making me...Mmmmm!!! Let's do it."

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 05-Dec-21 08:14 PM

"Look, as much as I.." *Vax was full on resisting the urge to just be a kid again, here CEcilia was, older and more experienced and here Vax was, 24 years old, still wanting to be a child, back to the days where he used to steal shuttle parts and steal shuttles in general* "They would put us both in the brig..I mean, the shuttle apollo is in the maintenance bay right now, artemis is still..kinda out of commission."

*Vax went over to go sit on a rock, taking a seat on top of it.*

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 05-Dec-21 08:17 PM

*Cecilia stopped and faced him while he sat.* "That's why you don't get caught. If anything happens just blame me. My career is over I have nothing to lose. What will they bloody do? Knock me down to crewman?"

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 05-Dec-21 08:18 PM

"Oh..I don't know..kick you out of starfleet..put you on trial, maybe a penial colony, manual labor?"

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 05-Dec-21 08:27 PM

*She sighed.* "Fine...I am trying to have fun with you here..." *She crossed her arms.*

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 05-Dec-21 08:29 PM

"I know I know..I want to have fun, you don't know how much I want to just...steal a shuttle and fly past the anomaly and do a bunch of nutjob tricks..." *Vax put his hands on his head* "I just..can't..the senior staff in me is breaking out.."

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 05-Dec-21 09:27 PM

*After checking his PADD and from hearing what was on the com, Vax stood* "I think it would be a good idea to go comfort your sister.."

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 05-Dec-21 09:28 PM

"She's fine..." *She dismissed not being too happy with her after what happened at the party.*

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 05-Dec-21 09:28 PM

"You sure?"

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 05-Dec-21 09:36 PM

"She just sent a picture in lingere...to everyone. Its not a big deal. I have such pictures, I am sure you have...the male equivalent. Everyone does."

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 05-Dec-21 09:37 PM

"Oh well..I mean..yeah, I guess that's true. It's not like you've seen any of mine though."

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 05-Dec-21 09:39 PM

"I have seen everything I needed to see...and then some" *she playfully chuckled.* "Very impressive."

"I'll just send one of mine in chat to make her feel better." *She sighed and pulled out her PADD.*

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[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 05-Dec-21 09:44 PM

"Wait! I didn't mean you had to do that!"

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 05-Dec-21 09:49 PM

"Too late" *She said nonchalantly.* "Well, at least we aren't on the ship".

"Sounds like a bloody mess there..."

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 05-Dec-21 09:56 PM

"I should probably get back up there to help." *He looked towards the ship.*

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 05-Dec-21 09:58 PM

"Ok...fine. I am exausted any way." *She yawned.*

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 05-Dec-21 10:01 PM

"Come on..." *Vax said, scooping her off her feet and into his arms.*

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 05-Dec-21 10:03 PM

"Oh! Vax!" *She said surprised but pleasantly so.*

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 05-Dec-21 10:04 PM

"What?"

[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 05-Dec-21 10:06 PM

*Cecilia just looked at him dumbfounded.* "You are carrying me stop being an idiot..."

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 05-Dec-21 10:09 PM

"Am I not allowed to carry you? You said your exhausted anyways."

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[I] PO1 Cecilia Angelica BOT 05-Dec-21 10:12 PM

"No, Shush! Don't talk." *She kissed him on the lips from where he was carrying her.* "Just go.

[C] Lt.JG Terzom Vax BOT 05-Dec-21 10:15 PM

"Rightio then.." *Vax walked on towards the ship, the bubble popping.*

Narrator

@Dr. Nimarah Drex - jump “Scan? Well you can make a copy. I’m rather interested in this copy device you speak of.” *He set the map on the desk and stood back, expecting her to cast some kind of spell on the paper.*

Dr. Nimarah Drex 06-Dec-21 12:05 PM

*Nim pulled her PADD out and allowed the device to take a scan of the map in order to make it more interactive on the device.* “There, it’s nothing fancy. It just takes the information presented, and works it into a functional map using some programs. I’m a doctor not an engineer, so I couldn’t explain exactly how it does that unfortunately,” *She laughed.*

Narrator BOT 06-Dec-21 05:02 PM

Thin man: “Well looky there. We don’t have anything like that. We have spells and such but to take a quick copy of paper, not really.” Mayott: “Well, thanks for the map, we’ll be heading out.”

Dr. Nimarah Drex 06-Dec-21 07:26 PM

“Yes thank you!” \*Nim headed towards the door, making sure Mayott was still with her. “A nice hike and a soak in a hot spring. This is shaping up to be a lovely outing,”

Lt. Girak Mayott 07-Dec-21 12:15 PM

*Mayott turned and headed out the door with Nim and got closer to look at her PADD.* “Let me see the map, where do we start off?”

Dr. Nimarah Drex 07-Dec-21 12:27 PM

“There’s a path here that looks like it wouldn’t be too treacherous, and would lead us to the hot springs in good time, there’s also a few more that are a bit more of a hike. It depends on what we want to do I think,” *She pointed to each trail as she spoke, Nim liked hiking but also wanted to make it to the spring in good time.*

Lt. Girak Mayott 07-Dec-21 12:30 PM

*Their goal was to make it to the hot springs so he quickly made a decision to take the fastest and safest route.* “The other trails would be good for a scenic hike, but I’m sure I speak for the both of us when I say let’s take the quick way. More time for us to relax.”

Dr. Nimarah Drex 07-Dec-21 12:41 PM

“Agreed, so let’s take the shorter path. I also didn’t wear the right footwear for a hike. Perhaps another time?” *Nim smiled at Mayott, before heading to the trailhead. She glanced over her shoulder to make sure he was following.*

Lt. Girak Mayott 07-Dec-21 06:14 PM

“Yes, when we’re in better clothing and footwear.” *He gave a quick smile they went with Nim as she lead the way. When they started along the trail he made sure to keep her very close, his eyes and ears were open to any strange sigh or sound that could be threat. In the holodeck hiking was relaxing because he could control everything. The terrain, animals, even the weather. He couldn’t do that here making it a little harder for him to relax and trust that they are completely safe. He’d left the ship without his phaser since they’re on shoreleave but he’d feel a lot better if he were armed. If anything came through he’d make it his responsibility to keep Nim safe. The feeling in the air was peaceful, and the animals continued to make sounds and go about their business so that was always a good sign.* (edited)

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Dr. Nimarah Drex 07-Dec-21 06:58 PM

*Nim was well aware of the dangers of wild animals and other such unpleasantness on hikes in the woods, so she was on guard as well though she was less tense about it as she wasn’t looking for anything so much a feeling for it. Though she could see the slight tension in Mayott’s frame, and the way he kept her close. He was obviously on edge.* “Girak we’re supposed to be relaxing, if there’s anyone or anything around us I’ll know about them before they know about us,” *She smiled at him.* “So besides soaking away your troubles in a hot spring, how else do you like to relax?”

Lt. Arian Rhosyn 07-Dec-21 08:34 PM

*The little group stepped down the ramp and onto the planet's surface. There, Arian looked to Erain,* "Councilman, you know the way better than us."

Ensign Lacina Odell 07-Dec-21 08:53 PM

*Lacina followed behind them, trying to push away the immense dread she felt to be on the planet again. She still didn't know what a 'shaman' was or how it was supposed to heal her. Obviously it meant more magic, and with every step towards that she wished she could turn back and just cope with the mystical-whatever that was already in her. But Arian was here, and she'd been the one to suggest this, so Lacina resigned herself to trusting her judgement.* (edited)

Lt. Arian Rhosyn 08-Dec-21 01:57 AM

@Lt. Girak Mayott

Lt. Girak Mayott 08-Dec-21 09:23 AM

*His tense shoulders lowered at once when she mentioned the purpose of the trip.* “Who says I’m not relaxed?” *She’s a Betazoid, she can probably feel his overprotective cautious nature right now.* “Well, It’s always good to be careful, you never know in a place like… who says I’m not relaxed?” *He gave her a reassuring smile as he thought about her question. There are a very few ways he’s found to completely relax.* “I spend time in the holodeck and practice my training meditation techniques. It keeps me focused and more alert. That can be calming when I’m more aware of my surroundings during the day.” *He decided against telling her that he’s also a heavy drinker when things get too bad.* (edited)

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Councilman Erain BOT 08-Dec-21 09:29 AM

*After a silent quick zoom out of the ship they once again are in the huge, tree city. Erain turned to the others as Arian spoke.* “It’s not that far from here. It will take us less then a partec to get there.” *He looked over at Lacina who still looked scared.* “Don’t worry, we’ll take good care of you.” *He said before turning back around to lead them on.* “It’s this way to the forest.”

[M] Ensign Aurelia Angelica BOT 08-Dec-21 09:31 AM

*Aurelia trailed behind Lacina scanning with her tricorder seeing if she could pick up anything that she could've missed before.*

Lt. Girak Mayott

*His tense shoulders lowered at once when she mentioned the purpose of the trip.* “Who says I’m not relaxed?” *She’s a Betazoid, she can probably feel his overprotective cautious nature right now.* “Well, It’s always good to be careful, you never know in a place like… who says I’m not relaxed?” *He gave her a reassuring smile as he thought about her question. There are a very few ways he’s found to completely relax.* “I spend time in the holodeck and practice my training meditation techniques. It keeps me focused and more alert. That can be calming when I’m more aware of my surroundings during the day.” *He decided against telling her that he’s also a heavy drinker when things get too bad.* (edited)

Dr. Nimarah Drex 08-Dec-21 10:15 AM

“I don’t know how you feel about beaches, but I have a holoprogram that simulates one of my favourite beaches at home. I could send it to you for you to try as well,” *Nim offered, she could feel the prickle of his protectiveness and awareness. As strong as it was, it was hard to block while she was simultaneously scanning the forest for trouble.* “I’ll admit, I’m terrible at meditating. My mind is always so busy, it’s a little hard to get it to settle down,” *She chuckled.*

Ensign Lacina Odell 08-Dec-21 11:39 AM

*Lacina was frustrated to realize that she must have been failing to put up a stoic exterior. She knew this because the councilman kept looking over his shoulder at her and offering words of reassurance. They were less than comforting, and she was counting the seconds until the Odyssey's engines roared once more and got them away from this cursed place. For now however, into the forest (which was no doubt full of terrors) she went.* (edited)

Councilman Erain BOT 08-Dec-21 01:45 PM

*They walked along the trail in the forest and as they did Erain didn’t say much. What was there to say? “We’re walking through the forest…and now…we turn left through the forest….here’s a tree, and a rock.” He smiled and chucked but kept walking till they came close to the elven style hospital.* “You three wait here, I’ll go talk with him first then you can come in.” *He turned before they could object and disappeared through the main entrance.*

[M] Ensign Aurelia Angelica BOT 08-Dec-21 01:58 PM

*Aurelia walked with the group feeling very annoyed that they were doing this, but she justified it be reaffirming the paitent's needs were first. When they stopped the woman took out her tricorder and scanned Lacina's head, asking* "How are you?" *To see what her state was*

Lt. Girak Mayott 08-Dec-21 02:00 PM

“The beach, we’ll anything that’s hot is enjoyable. I have a program that is like a big steam room made of stone. It’s very warm, I don’t think many would last too long before getting dehydrated.” *The birds chirped and insects hummed as the forest vegetation began to get thicker.* “Meditating takes a lot of concentration.” *Vale’s voce came to mind and he remembered her telling him that she can feel all the stress and strong emotions of the crew. Perhaps that’s why it’s harder for Betazoids to really relax.* “Commander Azoci told me that she has ways to help block out the feelings of the crew. She may have some good pointers.” *He wouldn’t know how to help her there. Thinking of Vale got him wondering if Nim is as strong a Betazoid as the Commander is.* “Nimarah, does the crew’s emotions make working difficult for you?” (edited)

Lt. Girak Mayott

“The beach, we’ll anything that’s hot is enjoyable. I have a program that is like a big steam room made of stone. It’s very warm, I don’t think many would last too long before getting dehydrated.” *The birds chirped and insects hummed as the forest vegetation began to get thicker.* “Meditating takes a lot of concentration.” *Vale’s voce came to mind and he remembered her telling him that she can feel all the stress and strong emotions of the crew. Perhaps that’s why it’s harder for Betazoids to really relax.* “Commander Azoci told me that she has ways to help block out the feelings of the crew. She may have some good pointers.” *He wouldn’t know how to help her there. Thinking of Vale got him wondering if Nim is as strong a Betazoid as the Commander is.* “Nimarah, does the crew’s emotions make working difficult for you?” (edited)

Dr. Nimarah Drex 08-Dec-21 02:20 PM

*Nim blinked, a little surprised by the question.* “I suppose it really depends on the situation and even the person, Commander Azoci is an unusual case. You’d have to ask her about it, as that’s not my information to share. But sometimes yes, when we went through the anomaly for the first time all I could feel was the pain, fear, and panic. It came from all sides, I was surrounded and I eventually shut down because of it,” *She closed her eyes briefly at the memory, that whole situation had been horrific and scarring on a level she wasn’t sure he understood. And Nim didn’t want to get him to understand, some things people should be spared from if possible. And that was most certainly one of them.* “If someone I am close to was injured, I could possibly have some trouble completing my work. For example, a very close friend, or a spouse. Like vulcans we have a psychic bond with our partners, though the bonds themselves are very different I’m told,” *She shook her head.* “I try very hard to block everything out, because I wouldn’t ever want to make someone feel as if I had violated their privacy. But sometimes things slip through, strong emotions mostly. But a very strong or intentional thought will also ping on my radar so to speak,” *She looked away, most people didn’t like hearing that there was a chance she could know what they were thinking or feeling. And she certainly didn’t like the looks on people’s faces when they found out.*

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Lt. Girak Mayott 08-Dec-21 07:10 PM

*The question was meant to see if Vale could help her mediate or relax, but he could tell by her reaction that once again he’d asked the wrong question. Okay, for future reference don’t ask anything about Betazoid’s abilities or how it effects her. She’s obviously has had some really negative responses. He couldn’t imagine anyone being rude or mean to her on purpose. She can’t help that Betazoids are more aware of others feelings.* *His brow furrowed and he cursed himself, feeling angry that he was again making her feel so uncomfortable.* “Forget I asked. I’m not helping you in any way, let’s change the subject.” *Instead of coming up with something new to talk about he remained silent and kicked again rock as they moved on.* (edited)

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Dr. Nimarah Drex 08-Dec-21 07:22 PM

“I’m really sorry, I didn’t mean to come off like that. I think some part of me is very bitter and anxious about that part of me, and how others perceive it. But I promise it’s not all doom and gloom. When things are going well and everyone is happy I can feel that too, like this warm glow all around me. We can share our emotions with others as well. I promise it’s not the crew that makes my mind busy. It’s just me,” *It had been time to stop talking several minutes ago, but once again Nim had put her foot in it. She’d made him angry, and he’d asked to change the subject. Instead she’d barged on ahead, what lovely impression she must be giving him at the moment.* *She fussed with her skirt, wracking her brain for an appropriate topic of conversation. But everything that came to mind was possibly inflammatory, some part of her wanted to disappear into the ground. Or at the very least head back to the ship, but instead she kept her eyes on her sandals.*

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Lt. Arian Rhosyn 08-Dec-21 08:21 PM

*Arian followed along, but got the feeling Lacina was worried. She adjusted her pace so she was walking alongside her, and said,* "They had a brilliant inventor and mage here, called Noonian Soong. He created golems, and perfected the craft. Just like our Nooian Soong perfected cybernetics. So this is a parallel universe, but they use arcane energy instead of electricity for power. Their doctors have the same equivalent technology, just a different application. I am sure they can remove the affliction under which you have suffered."

Ensign Lacina Odell 08-Dec-21 09:26 PM

*Was she worried? Oh yes. If fact, it took what was very nearly the last of her self control not to shout again at Erain. Why? Because just of course he needed to go in there and speak to this 'shaman' alone while she waited out here like a lamb before slaughter. It was then that Aurelia's voice drew her attention away, and the nurse had been holding the tricorder so close that it actually knocked into the side of her jaw when she turned her head. Lacina exhaled sharply and closed her eyes for a few moments to keep herself from snapping at her.* "You know Angelica, I have been better." *She replied flatly before her guilt returned and her expression softened. Aurelia wasn't annoyed with her, she was annoyed with the situation- and she was sticking out her neck for her.* "I have a bit of a headache, but I'm okay." *Lacina added quietly before turning back to look at Arian.* "Is that right? Who'd have thought, magic really is real- just in the next universe over. I can't say I've been much of a fan of it, but that does lend a little more confidence to all of this..." *She sighed and a small smile formed on her face.* "Thank you for saying that, and for taking your time out to come here too. You didn't have to, sir. But thank you."

[M] Ensign Aurelia Angelica BOT 08-Dec-21 09:36 PM

"Other than the witch situation I suppose." *She said reading the results on her tricorder.* "You do still have a minor concussion, and if anyone knew any bloody better you would be resting safely in sickbay being treated by a delightful medical staff. Not exuberating your head trauma following God knows what "magical" unscientific, medical who-ha that might just give you instant magic cancer, but no, don't listen to the nurse. Magic is safe and harmless, trust the people we just bloody met to give someone some random potion without knowing anything about her biology or physiology..." *She was very annoyed.* "I can give you another anti inflammatory hypo spray but because I know nothing about this idiotc magic deal I am not sure how it would affect you if they start doing their satanic rituals on you."

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Lt. Arian Rhosyn 08-Dec-21 09:49 PM

"Ensign Angelica, you are dismissed. If there is an issue I will attempt to locate one of the delightful medical staff you spoke of." *Arian turned to face Aurelia, her expression flat and her grey eyes sharply focused on her.*

[M] Ensign Aurelia Angelica BOT 08-Dec-21 09:54 PM

"Fine!" *She turned to face Arian with a fed up expression on her face. The woman closed her tricorder and then looked at Lacina.* "You do deserve better, if anything happens I won't bloody be here to tell you all so." *She started stomping off in the other direction.*

Ensign Lacina Odell 08-Dec-21 09:56 PM

*As she heard the rant start Lacina only grasped the bridge of her nose between two fingers and exhaled slowly, trying to drain away some of her stress. Then she heard the dismissal and the rest of it- and for all Aurelia was trying to help her words only made her feel worse, which really was a feat at this point.* (edited)

Lt. Arian Rhosyn 08-Dec-21 09:59 PM

*With a visible frown, Arian tapped her comm badge. After speaking, she looked at Lacina,* "She is under stress as well. She was expelled from her sister's wedding after assaulting the ACOS during the bachelorette party." (edited)

Ensign Lacina Odell 08-Dec-21 10:04 PM

*Lacina nodded.* "Yes sir, I know." *She responded simply, feeling entirely out of energy for any conversation.* (edited)

Lt. Arian Rhosyn 08-Dec-21 10:05 PM

*Nodding, she looked around,* "Lovely country. I will be very glad to be gone from here."

Ensign Lacina Odell 08-Dec-21 10:06 PM

*She couldn't help but let out an exasperated laugh.* "The most beautiful place I'd like to never see again, definitely."

Lt. Arian Rhosyn 08-Dec-21 10:11 PM

"It was said by the ancients that: it is not the beauty of persons or places that you remember years later, it is how they made you feel that always stays with you."

Ensign Lacina Odell 08-Dec-21 10:17 PM

*Lacina looked up at Arian with half-squinted eyes.* "Forgive me, sir. I sure that is very profound, you'll have to tell me again when I can put a couple of coherent thoughts together." *She grimaced a little then, wishing she'd just agreed to whatever it was she'd said.* "Are you a poet?" *She asked quickly, hoping to push her own words out of the spotlight.*

Lt. Arian Rhosyn 08-Dec-21 10:18 PM

"No, I am a golem."

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Ensign Lacina Odell 08-Dec-21 10:19 PM

"Ah-wha-?"

Narrator BOT 08-Dec-21 10:22 PM

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Nurse Odessa Steiger 08-Dec-21 10:23 PM

*Having used the transporter for the first time the nurse looks around stunned for a second and located the Security personnel in front of her. She walks over to Rhosyn* "Ensign Steiger, reporting from Medical Lieutenant"

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Lt. Arian Rhosyn 08-Dec-21 10:29 PM

*She turned to this Swiss miss, glad for an excuse not to have to explain what she is,* "I appreciate you arriving so promptly. This is Ensign Odell. She was involved in the witch incident and was exposed to unknown magic, which affected her in a way which we would call 'possession' in our terms. She is currently awaiting a local healer to deal with whatever residual magic may still exist, and has a concussion headache."

Nurse Odessa Steiger 08-Dec-21 10:31 PM

*She nods noting it on her PADD* "Vight, I azzume you need me to check her over vollowing ze healer?"

Ensign Lacina Odell 08-Dec-21 10:35 PM

*Lacina was very glad for the interruption and she just gave a slow wave to the new arrival. She decided it would be best to shut up for now.* (edited)

Nurse Odessa Steiger 08-Dec-21 10:38 PM

*The swiss woman waves back to the other woman and stands a safe distance from her. Turning to the Lieutenant she asks* "Do you mind if I just get my initial tricorder scan out of ze way? I von't render care until ze healer has done vhat zey need"

Ensign Lacina Odell 08-Dec-21 10:41 PM

*She sighed very heavily, but nodded to the medical officer.* "Go right ahead, I'm not feeling particularly 'posessed' right now, so I think you're alright to come a touch closer." *Her words once again came out flat and much harsher than she intended, their usual humor lost to her exhaustion.* "Sorry, shouldn't be talking. Go ahead, please."

Lt. Arian Rhosyn 08-Dec-21 10:43 PM

*Arian let the two talk. She was not here to command this like it was a mission, she was there to support and serve her officer during an unusually difficult circumstance.*

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Nurse Odessa Steiger 08-Dec-21 10:45 PM

*Standing at about 2 feet from Odell she takes her medical tricorder, and runs a full body scan of the security officer. Finalising the scan she sends the data off to the sick bay to prepare for the Ensign to arrive. She presses her communicator and notifies sickbay.* (edited)

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Nurse Odessa Steiger 08-Dec-21 11:21 PM

*She kneels down next to the younger woman, not sensing an immediate concern but cautious none the less. From her records exhaustion did not seem to be uncommon for her however earlier brain injuries gave Odessa cause for concern. Knowingly having to wait for the 'healer' she decided to converse with the young security officer* "I don't zink ve have met before, I'm Odessa"

Ensign Lacina Odell 08-Dec-21 11:33 PM

*Lacina's half-squint returned as she looked down at the woman, confused as to why she had moved to kneel before her.* "Ah, no. I don't think so." *She said before staring off into space. It eventually occurred to her that the officer was trying to start a conversation.* "Right- I'm Ensign Lacina Odell, Security." *She frowned.* "You knew that already. Sorry- who're you?"

Nurse Odessa Steiger 08-Dec-21 11:36 PM

*Odessa smiles, understanding that with the officers condition, she may have some trouble* "Ensign Odessa Steiger.... I'm currently your primary medical care until we get you to the Odyssey"

Lt. Arian Rhosyn 08-Dec-21 11:36 PM

*Arian continued to exist, looking at the forest around them.*

Nurse Odessa Steiger 08-Dec-21 11:37 PM

*The nurse turns to look at Rhosyn* "Lieutenant, how long has she been drowsy like zis?"

Lt. Arian Rhosyn 08-Dec-21 11:38 PM

"I do not know, I arrived to assist long after-the-fact."

Ensign Lacina Odell 08-Dec-21 11:38 PM

*Lacina only frowned as she was spoken about in the third person- as if she wasn't even conscious.*