The bridge looks much like the bridge of other Nebula-class or Galaxy-class ships.

Command in the center, helm and ops stations in front of that. Tactical and Security behind command. Peripheral stations included Science, Engineering and Mission Ops, with secondary stations for damage control, planetary sciences and environmental control.

The Admiral led her little entourage of Captain th'Valla, Lt. Commander Felis, Lieutenant Dypec, and Ensign Stilk down to the starbase's interior space dock and then across the gangway to the Mongoose's entry port.

From there, they took the turbolift up to the command deck.

Work was still being done on the ship, both outside and inside.

"If you wish to have a different bridge layout, Captain th'Valla, now is the time to do it."

"The Mongoose is scheduled to depart on its mission in three days."

Scanning the bridge he walked over to the command chair, sitting he turned it to see it's range of movement, and also so he could see whomever he needed to speak to. dissatisfied he said, "This chair is a bit bulky, and has limited movement. Can we swap it out for an Intrepid's?"

Looking at the rest of the crew there. "If you have any suggestions or requirements, speak up."

Silviene stands at the Tactical console, running her hands over the edge and getting a feel for it. It wasn't too bad. She nodded and moved away. She prowls around taking in her surroundings her tail moving back and forth . She seems to take special note of the entrances and exits. She finally moves back to the group.

"It seems a good bridge so far, If it's alright with you captain I'd like to spend some time with the ship before we depart. See how long it takes me to get from place to place and see how hard it is to maneuver in any given area."

Looking at the admiral he asked, "How long till she's ready? And how long after that do we need to leave?"

Sergei exited the turbolift, briefly taking in the layout of the bridge and who was on it. He steps forward, "Admiral, Captain. Commander Sergei Kondratev reporting for duty. I am ready to assume my post as Chief Medical Officer."

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Dypec follows the rest of them onto the Bridge of the Nebula Class Starship and begin to make a full lap, inspecting each of the stations at a glance before finally resting at the Engineering panel and activating its screens, taking a look at the ship's specifications.

"This ship has not seen very many missions from what the specs tel me. From what I can tell this ship was used on a Vulcan mission was it not? Some of the scientific protocols are still active. I like it, its a small piece of home aboard a Five year Mission." He gives a nod to himself as he takes this moment to look over a few more of the ship's Engineering systems.

"As for suggestions. Once I have a better idea of the ship's specifications I can give my suggestions Captain." Dypec seemed to know what his role on the ship would be, even if he had not been given his full assignment details. The rumors were based heavily in logic and that he took more as truth then rumor.

Stilk's large eyebrows furled somewhat in a curious, quiet thought. His Engineering counterpart used an unusual selection of words, ones indicative of emotions. Even so, this was not the time or the place to bring up such matters. Rather, the junior officer met the bridge of the ship with a curious eye; he couldn't possibly learn each of these systems in the few moments on the bridge now, but he would at least try to be familiar with where each system is within the bridge. Perhaps that was why he was quiet for so long.

When the call for suggestions came forward, his silence was broken "Respectfully Captain, you and I should make an inspection of the C.I.C. spaces to ensure that everything is within regulations and to your standards. It will also provide an opportunity for us to discuss any concerns you have about the mission that are of a sensitive nature." He looked at the more senior officers in the room "Undoubtedly, the medical and engineering departments will also require your attention Sir."

"As I just said, Captain, the Mongoose is scheduled to depart in 3 days," the Admiral replied to Anthar... not so much annoyed as confused: did she not speak clearly enough for the Andorian?

"All systems are currently on track to be completed in two days, giving a small but adequate 24-hour window to board all personnel, settle in and do final inspections. Refits don't usually require a shake-down cruise unless it's a major overhaul. That's not the case with the Mongoose."

"Naturally, I expect all senior staff will be on board by the end of today, making sure that their department is up to par."

"None of the stations are dedicated; they can be shifted to any other console as needed, even command. The current configuration is generally considered the most optimal one based on experience, and worked for the previous captain."

Just then, the new CMO arrived on the bridge and reported for duty.

"Welcome aboard, Dr. Kondratev. I'm just giving a brief tour of the ship to the senior staff."

Then she turned to Stilk.

"The last I knew, there were over 300 definitions of C.I.C., Ensign Stilk. To which of them were you referring?"

Silviene's ears twitched. "My thought would be Combat Information Center."

Her tail swished back and forth absently as she continued to scan the room.

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Sergei relaxes slightly from attention. "I'd be happy to join you, Admiral. I'm looking forward to inspecting the medical facilities here."

"My apologies Admiral. I must have missed that." Anther said as he had been distracted with the bridge at the time.

Turning to Silviene Felis he said, "Take the rest of the day. Get what information you need, and submit any changes by 1800 hours. but be prepared to give me a briefing on your department by 0900 tomorrow."

He said to the rest of the senior staff present. "That goes for the rest of the senior staff as well."

"Doctor, You will need to schedule physicals over the next week, you can do mine tomorrow after the meeting." He said to Dr. Kondratev

"Admiral, I'll need to speak with the remaining command staff, do we have them selected yet?"

"Very good sir, I'll be sure everyone gets one."

The comms system beeps a hailing notification.

"Sir, We're being hailed."