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Meeting Marissa.

Posted by Relic GMFor group 0
Cdor Dale Stone
NPC, 4 posts
Tue 30 May 2017
at 01:30
  • msg #54

Meeting Marissa

Stone looks at Zed. "Lt. Sloane, if you wish to consult with Lt. Kurasa, We can make time available. Her studies don't start for a couple of days."
Lt (jg) Argent Merawdr
player, 90 posts
Caitian Science Officer
Lt (JG)
Tue 30 May 2017
at 18:04
  • msg #55

Meeting Marissa

"I'm still not clear on just what is expected of us," Argent speaks up.

"We've discovered the origin and the secrets of the Sphere, and any additional secrets it might hold have been effectively removed from our ability to find them."

"If there are several thousand different species on the inner surface of the Sphere, isn't that the realm of the biologists and anthropologists? Of what use will we be?"

"Also, has a latitude and longitude grid been established for the inner Sphere? Do we have access to any records of all those species, and where they might be found?"

Cdor Dale Stone
NPC, 5 posts
Tue 30 May 2017
at 20:03
  • msg #56

Meeting Marissa

Commodore Stone turns his attention to Argent. "True, you've discovered the identity of those who claim to have built the Sphere, but you haven't by any means discovered all the secrets of the Sphere itself. The mission is very much in the beginning stages. Remember, the surface area inside the Sphere is 1.26x1017 square kilometres, whereas Earth's surface area is 5.1x106. In other words, more surface area than all the worlds in the Federation by far. We need all the different scientific specialties known to us to fully explore the Sphere, and with the Dominion War just ended, resources are at a premium. True, the Dyson Sphere Exploration Mission is a high priority, but it's a monumental task that may take centuries. Add to that the possibility of the alternative dimensions potentially contactable by the Grandfather, the Kapecki and the Finori, it also has become something of a hot potato scientifically, politically and militarily. It may actually be the most important discovery the Federation has ever made. That is why the commandant of the entire Dobhran Sector, i.e. myself, has been ordered to take a personal interest in this project. When you take into account the vested interest our friends and allies the Klingon Empire have in the Sphere through the stranded BortaS crew's descendants as well as its proximity to the Empire itself, you can see what immediate political ramifications there are."
Lt Zedrick Sloane
player, 6 posts
Centauran Lieutenant
Flight Control
Wed 31 May 2017
at 01:01
  • msg #57

Meeting Marissa

In reply to Cdor Dale Stone (msg # 56):

As Sloane hears Lt. Swann request about digging deeper into the Sphere computer system ((msg #51), he smiles to himself.  He thinks that is the type of ambition he likes in his crew.

Sloane then turns to Lt. Swann (msg #54 & 55) and replies "Yes Commodore, talking to Lt. Kurasa will likely be very helpful.  Any first hand background information I can get will be helpful.  Nothing beats first hand intel, so much can be misunderstood when just reading the reports." as he gestures with the PADD he was handed.

It was not until Commodore Stone's last comment about the shear size of the Sphere did Sloane actually start to appreciate his new assignment, fresh off of a combat assignment he thought he was going to be on a boring exploration assignment. Now he started think there could be so much more to his new placement.

The comment that caught him most of guard thou, and caused him to blurt out "Possible alternative dimensions, is that a possibility here? Do we have the information available to deal with that scenario?"
Cdor Dale Stone
NPC, 6 posts
Wed 31 May 2017
at 03:14
  • msg #58

Meeting Marissa

Stone replies, "Yes, Lieutenant. Not only is it a possibility, it's a confirmed reality. The crew of the Runabout Lena led by LCdr. M'Rel," he grimaces "have had several misadventures which have touched on multiple alternate dimensions, including interacting at some length with Dr. Morbius, or Möbius as he prefers to be called, not to mention an alien who has begun hanging around with them, named Gurrrps. This creature seems to have the ability to cross dimension or "shadow walk" as he puts it."

He stands up, stretches and begins to pace.

"LCdr. M'Rel is the CAG of the Dyson Sphere. He's an extremely quirky and somewhat insubordinate character. His science officers, Lts. Seth and Leiliri, are more level-headed, but Lt. Tal, his engineer, is a typical Tellarite although he seems to have an affinity for Klingons."
This message was last edited by the player at 03:16, Wed 31 May 2017.
Lt Zedrick Sloane
player, 7 posts
Centauran Lieutenant
Flight Control
Wed 31 May 2017
at 16:02
  • msg #59

Meeting Marissa

In reply to Cdor Dale Stone (msg # 58):

"Commodore I have read many of Lena's reports and some of there actions seemed unorthodox so I wasn't sure how much weight to put into them. In the event we travel to an alternate dimension do we have the information and means available to get back, or do we have to count on this Dr. Morbius."

Watching the Commodore pace Sloane decided not to push for more details on the Lena's mission reports or even suggest talking to them even though he was sure as CAG he would talk at some point shortly after arrival with LCdr. M'Rel.

"What will our actual mission be when we arrive at the Dyson Sphere.  Will it be more detailed follow-ups to areas already explored or exploring new areas. This will help us focus in on what preliminary investigation we can do while travelling to the Sphere."

OOC: you had to expect me to respond here: Seth more level-headed.  He might remember you saying that.
Lt Marissa Swann
Player, 37 posts
Human/Klingon female
Lt. USS Thames II
Wed 31 May 2017
at 23:02
  • msg #60

Meeting Marissa

In reply to Lt Zedrick Sloane (msg # 59):

"Not sure we're going to be in a position to 'cross over' Lt. There's plenty of space to roam, just within the sphere, without venturing into alternate dimension."

She turned to Commodore Stone. "We're going to play a part in the BortaS city visit, are we not Sir?"
Cdor Dale Stone
NPC, 7 posts
Thu 1 Jun 2017
at 17:21
  • msg #61

Meeting Marissa

Stone answers, "The BortaS mission is going to involve a great many people, and the Thames will almost certainly be involved. That decision will be up to Commander Samson. Dimensional crossover missions are of course not a priority, but if the Thames gets a chance by all means take it, purely as an intelligence gathering proposal. Even LCdr. M'Rel's transdimensional adventures all—at their core—have been inpromptu affairs. But, and I want to stress this, you are not expected to active seek out such opportunities. On a final note, we will need some coordination with Lt. Talbot, the Sphere's Intel officer. Lt. Sloane will have his plate full as the Thames CO, so the XO will have to liaise with Lt. Talbot."

"Some last-minute additions to your team—Ensign Talja Gröen has just been promoted to Jaygee and will be assigned as you Biosciences Officer, and the alien the Kitchissippi freed from the Gamma Two station will be joining you to work under Lt. Gazzo in Tech Assessment. She is skilled in robotics and will be an asset in dealing with any mechanoids you may encounter."
This message was last edited by the player at 17:28, Thu 01 June 2017.
Lt Shione Kurasa
player, 315 posts
Betazoid/Vulcan female
Security USS Enterprise
Thu 1 Jun 2017
at 23:51
  • msg #62

Meeting Marissa

In reply to Cdor Dale Stone (msg # 61):

" Hmmn, it should be an interesting crew.
Lt Sloane,do you want me to contact Lt Kurasa and set up a meeting?"

Cdor Dale Stone
NPC, 8 posts
Fri 2 Jun 2017
at 00:53
  • msg #63

Meeting Marissa

Commodore Stone replies, "That won't be necessary, Lt. Swann. Lt. Adler will handle it. It is her job, after all."
Lt Shione Kurasa
player, 316 posts
Fri 2 Jun 2017
at 20:34
  • [deleted]
  • msg #64

Meeting Marissa

This message was deleted by the player at 21:59, Fri 02 June 2017.
Lt Marissa Swann
Player, 38 posts
Human/Klingon female
Lt. USS Thames II
Fri 2 Jun 2017
at 22:01
  • msg #65

Meeting Marissa

In reply to Cdor Dale Stone (msg # 63):

"As you wish Commodore. Just trying to be a good XO, and make appropriate arrangements.

She turns to Sloane. "Anything else Lt?"
Lt Zedrick Sloane
player, 8 posts
Centauran Lieutenant
Flight Control
Sat 3 Jun 2017
at 01:27
  • msg #66

Meeting Marissa

In reply to Lt Marissa Swann (msg # 65):

"Lt. Swann, I think we can start by you briefing me about our two new crew members, as well as, the BortaS"

Turning the Commodore "Commodore Stone, when will we be departing for the Dyson Sphere, I'm eager to get started."
Cdor Dale Stone
NPC, 8 posts
Sat 3 Jun 2017
at 03:25
  • msg #67

Meeting Marissa

The Commodore replies, "Actually, Lt. Swann has not yet met Lt. Gröen and Ms. Dahlakino. Lt. Merawdr has, however, met both. Lt. Merawdr, would you be so kind as to bring Lts. Sloane, Swann and Clare up to speed on that subject. Lieutenant Sloane, Since Cynthia has done your in-routine, you may depart anytime, but you wanted to speak with Lt. Kurasa first. How does 1300 hours sound? She has the afternoon available, according to her schedule." He gestures to his PADD. "I'll have her brief you and she can give you her impressions of your new crew members as well."
This message was last edited by the player at 03:25, Sat 03 June 2017.
Relic GM
GM, 512 posts
Sat 3 Jun 2017
at 03:34
  • msg #68

Meeting Marissa

SD 53083.553, 1300 hours, February 1, 2376

After lunch [OOC Yes, Argent, another meal], the crew of the Thames arrives at a study hall where they are scheduled to meet with Lt. Kurasa. She is a tall, athletic, dark-haired woman in Operations gold, whose black irises and pointed ears betray her mixed Betazoid-Vulcan heritage.
Lt Shione Kurasa
player, 317 posts
Betazoid/Vulcan female
Security USS Enterprise
Sat 3 Jun 2017
at 13:53
  • msg #69

Meeting Marissa

In reply to Relic GM (msg # 68):

Shione was reading command protocols on her Padd when the Thames crew entered. She nodded to Nivran, and smiled at Argent, before extending her hand to the new officers.

"Nice to meet you Lt's Sloane and Clare. A word of warning, you had better watch out for Argent's Cat jokes, and if he asks for a scratching post, you should likely draw the line.

So I expect you're curious about your new crewmates. Argent know Talja better than I but in my experience, she is a solid, and skilled officer.

Your wild card is named Dahlakino. She is a Twilek, and a member of a monkish style order, known as the Jedi Knights, but at the level equivalent to a squire, I think.A Padawan learner, I believe she called herself.

They are the keepers of order in her universe, but have fallen on hard times, and fight against a great evil there. Her talents as an Engineer, and her knowledge of robotics, should be of great use. She is intelligent, hard working, and eager to make a difference while she is in our universe.

The Kapecki are a wild card in the sphere. After the Enterprise arrived I spoke with Commander Data, and the assessment is that he shares many things in common with them.

However,in my report, which you have read by now, I stressed that you should be wary of them. They are immune to telepathy, and are therefore inscrutable, so we have only their word, that they are benevolent.The access codes they gave us could likely be changed with a mere thought from Cdr Olivaw, So if you have the chance to check out any of their facilities, I would do so, while we enjoy their cooperation"


She smiled, and took a drink of water from the glass in front of her." So that was a lot of talking for me, what questions do you have?"

Obviously I'm not gonna talk with myself, so Marissa is busy elsewhere ;)
This message was last edited by the player at 14:50, Sat 03 June 2017.
Lt Zedrick Sloane
player, 9 posts
Centauran Lieutenant
Flight Control
Wed 7 Jun 2017
at 02:17
  • msg #70

Meeting Marissa

In reply to Lt Shione Kurasa (msg # 69):

"Likewise, nice to meet you Lt. Kurasa.  Thanks for giving me the heads up about Argent" Zed says with a smile.

"I will be sure to follow-up with Argent about Talja"

"Not familiar with either Twilek on Jedi Knights. Keepers of order you say. And being monks I envision them being very focused on something specific, what are these monks believes, is it belief based, focus on a particle skill, discipline based?" Lt. Sloane asked

"Doesn't seem to have much connection to engineering or robotics.?"

"The Kapecki, seem to be a real wildcard if they are similar to Commander Data.  So if checking out their facilities an official mission based side order or an opportunity based suggestion. Just want to know how to prioritize. And either way do we have a good indication of where there facilities are." Sloane finishes.
Lt Shione Kurasa
player, 318 posts
Betazoid/Vulcan female
Security USS Enterprise
Thu 8 Jun 2017
at 21:42
  • msg #71

Meeting Marissa

In reply to Lt Zedrick Sloane (msg # 70):

"Sorry I don't know much about her order, but she is a very attractive, though."
A wistful look briefly crosses her lovely face

"I think Engineer was simply her job, and her universe seems to have more,...Droids, I think she called them."

She shrugged at Sloane's comment regarding the Kapecki "I'm not sayinmg don't trsu them, but their cooperation does seem to be a little too good top be true.

Anything else Zedrick?"

Lt Zedrick Sloane
player, 10 posts
Centauran Lieutenant
Flight Control
Fri 9 Jun 2017
at 03:46
  • msg #72

Meeting Marissa

In reply to Lt Shione Kurasa (msg # 71):

"Not really, I'm somewhat eager to get going and see the Dyson Sphere in person. I keep hearing how big it is but I really can't fathom it. " Zedrick replies with a smile.

"Once everyone is ready I'm hoping we can head out. I'm not much for just seating around, I love the thrill of action." He adds.
Relic GM
GM, 514 posts
Fri 9 Jun 2017
at 04:03
  • msg #73

Meeting Marissa

After their meeting with Lt. Kurasa, Zed and Clare rendezvous with Marissa at the Thames, while Argent and Nivran collect whatever personal items they had with them. Once the two felinoids have rejoined the others at Docking Bay 94, Starbase 21 Control tells them, "USS Thames II is cleared for departure from Starbase. Space doors opening for departure. May the Great Bird of the Galaxy guide you." The Thames glides effortlessly out of the Hangar Bay and enters the departure corridor from Felakon III's orbit.
Lt Zedrick Sloane
player, 11 posts
Centauran Lieutenant
Flight Control
Sun 11 Jun 2017
at 21:59
  • msg #74

Meeting Marissa

In reply to Relic GM (msg # 73):

Once finished plotting course for Dyson Sphere, Zedrick turns to his crew and says, "Well we have a bit of time before we get to the Dyson Sphere, I know some of you have already served a bit of time there.  Tell me what I should expect? What's the base like? What the commanding officer like?" He pauses realizing he could ramble on but figure to give them a bit of a chance to reply.
Relic GM
GM, 515 posts
Tue 13 Jun 2017
at 01:54
  • msg #75

Meeting Marissa

Nivran replies, "The commanding officer is a Human woman named Cdr. Delilah Samson. She seems an excellent officer and runs what the Humans call a 'tight ship'. I've only been at Dyson Base for about two weeks, but I've been very impressed with her. I've spent most of my time at Outpost Three, which the crew call 'Dodge City', which seems to some peculiar Human in-joke. Lt. Atek runs Outpost Three. He's a Betazoid and also seems a competent officer. The recent events following the First Contact with the androids has been turbulent. There was a conflict between Lt. Kurasa and Lt. Dul, who was affected by some sort of neural infection. Lt. Dul has been transferred to the Enterprise, as has Lt. Kurasa, who have reconciled and apparently long-lost sisters. I's very confusing..."
Lt Marissa Swann
Player, 40 posts
Human/Klingon female
Lt. USS Thames II
Tue 13 Jun 2017
at 21:50
  • msg #76

Meeting Marissa

In reply to Relic GM (msg # 75):

Marissa had little to say, and sat quietly during the discussions.

Sloane seemed to be a capable officer, and was interested in hearing from his crew. That was all good, but given that she hadn't served on Dyson, she waited until the discussion came around to something she could speak about.
Lt Zedrick Sloane
player, 12 posts
Centauran Lieutenant
Flight Control
Wed 14 Jun 2017
at 14:21
  • msg #77

Meeting Marissa

In reply to Lt Marissa Swann (msg # 76):

"So Cdr. Samson runs a tight ship.  Like the sound of that.  When on missions I like a well run crew, but I also understand the importance to unwind between missions.  I know I have a time or two." Sloane says with a grin.

"So it looks like most of us are new to being assigned to the Dyson Base.  So what was everyone's last assignment?" He asks as he looks at the sensors and controls to make sure they are not caught if guard.

<OOC> gives me a bit to build my own back story if asked in return.
Relic GM
GM, 516 posts
Thu 15 Jun 2017
at 02:57
  • msg #78

Meeting Marissa

Nivran gives Zed the following information:

Shortly after shi was conceived hir mother was the victim of a major radiation leak which while hir mother survived the radiation it had an adverse effect on her fœtus. At first no one realized there was a problem until Nivran was born, with black fur and a white strip on each side of hir face from the eye to the corner of the mouth, and having a dual gender, all caused by mutations resulting from hir exposure to radiation while still growing in hir mothers womb. Growing up Nivran was ridiculed by others due to hir fur coloration and gender which made it nearly impossible for hir to make any friends, but despite this shi always tried to be nice and caring towards others, as hir mother taught hir.

Nivran was almost constantly getting into fights growing up though due to other children not liking hir ignoring their taunts but in every case the other children started the fight but Nivran was the one to always end them, especially after hir father started to train hir in unarmed combat while shi was still young. During hir Trials of Ko’Rathivor some of the others the grew up with hir banded together and interfered with hir trials but even despite this Nivran came through successful in the end, but also realized that no matter what shi did shi would never be really accepted, but then to make matters worse hir parents disappeared during a patrol they had been assigned in space and shi found out that the Mirak where making no effort to find out what happened, so Nivran decided to leave and join Star Fleet. Hir parents had a human friend from the Federation that shi had liked so shi talked to him about how shi could get into the Academy as it seemed to be the only place where shi might be able to go and not put up with the same problems shi faced on Oranth, hir parents friend turned out to know some Starfleet captains and the next time one was on a patrol nearby Nivran used a shuttle to go out and meet the captain's ship and the captain reviewed Nivran's records plus the recommendations shi had that said shi already had a spot reserved for hir in the Royal Navy if shi chose to join, and wrote a letter of recommendation for Nivran to be allowed to join Starfleet. Doing the entrance exams for the Academy had actually been easier for Nivran then shi had thought they would be, but shi was slightly disappointed once shi arrived at the Academy, as it seemed like even here shi would have to put up with the same things shi had back home. But at least at the Academy things were forced to be more low key due to the rules that were enforced properly, but shi still never found any one shi could actually consider a friend, especially in hir combat classes. When shi graduated from the Academy shi was one of the top cadets in the combat courses and while proud of it shi was still prouder of the first time shi had beaten hir father during their training.

Name: Nivran
Rank: Lieutenant (jg)
Position: Tactical/Engineering Officer
Assignment: USS Thames II NCC-74033

Species: Mirak (Jubata clan)
Gender: hermaphrodite
Age: 28

Background:
  Birthplace: Oranth, Izar system (Mirak homeworld)
  Birthdate: 2348

Service History:
  Early Life History: Martial Arts Trained
  Academy Life: Engineering Cross-Trained
  Cadet Cruise: Section Leader (1 year)
  First Tour: USS Gettysburg, Deep Space Exploration (2 years)
  Second Tour: USS Columbia, Hostile Frontier Defense (Dominion War, 3 years)
  Third Tour: Dyson Base Exploratory Mission (current)

Physical Description:
  Height: 2.34m
  Mass: 125kg
  Physique: Slim, feminine, but athletic
  Hair: solid black over hir entire body with white tear stripes
  Eyes: crystal blue
  Complexion: furred
Personality
 Nivran is usually fairly easy going, varying between being talkative or quiet. Shi refuses though to take any kind of leadership role where hir choices might put others at risk but when it’s just hirself that at risk shi has no problem making hard decisions.

[OOC: Mirak are the in-universe counterpart to the Kzinti. They do not have bat-wing ears or naked rat's tails. From the Beta Quadrant, they fought several wars with the Klingons before running into the Federation, when they were defeated by Captain Kelvar Garth in the battle that won him the sobriquet Garth of Izar]
This message was last edited by the GM at 18:14, Fri 16 June 2017.
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