Expansion Fleet - Avalon Archive

Hum... I guess there *points to a corner* would be a nice place to it. We must get everything out of the way before I can repair the experimental nacelles.

Thanks!
*Walks over to crate and picks up one of the class C Power cells*
I'll see you around sometime!
*Leaves, examining the small power unit in his hands*

*Harn Smiles*
"And if that one's too easy?"
*He activates the Basic Warp Theory module, and begins to work his way through it.*

(OFF: Wow, from a lowly Tavern Cook to a Science officer on a starship, What progress I've made. I'd be glad to accept, but My character has a kind of fear of starships, so there needs to be something to equalize that.)

"Oh don't worry, you will be just fine... But hmm maybe you should talk about whats bothering you.."

OFF: hold those thoughts for now.. i just had proposed another position to mr. white.. I didn't see this post till after wards..

This is the main building of the Research Facility, a five story building. Currently it is empty, waiting for the delivery of the equipment that is due to arrive with the USS Lancelot.

ATTENTION ENGENEERING CREW

Please remember to install all the safety equipment as well as the special power grid and the computer core. Remember that the gel cannot excede 473 degrees Kelvin, so be mindful of the refrigeration network.

Alright then, *Cracks nuckles* Lets get started.

*He starts to push the large crate into the corner, it moves very slowly towards the designated corner*

OFF: Sorry... this is what happens when you play with multiple characters...

Well Mr. Sulu this is your lucky day... I have a couple of spare type C's on that crate right there...

*After a few hours, Harn finishes the Advanced Warp Theory module, shutting it down.*

OFF: Well, I used to command a ship, the Lattes... But if the job is for an on-board CSO, then I guess Mr. Sulu should go. This way I can stay and coordinate all the science work. We never know when a scientific crisis will arise...

"Uh, OK."
*He seems a little nervous as he follows Sullivan, but just slightly.*

OFF; I have explained my thoughts on the offer in a pm back to you

Major, i will begin studying the xenobiology data right away.

*the building lights are off, some wires hanging from the ceiling, as the lab was hit by some shots during the battle with the borg. suddenly, a low sound can be heard, faint at first, but it grows, resonating through the walls of the lab. a blue glow iluminates the room, comming from the empty space between the half damaged experimental warp nacelles. in a flash of blue light a temporal rift opens and a body falls to the ground, unconscious. he wears the old teal uniform that was used in the station until the borg attack. on his neck there can be seen four golden pips, indicating his rank.*

*the computer voice speaks, as a pannel starts working*

Warning, life signals deteriorating. Initiating emergency transport protocol.

*the body disappears, beaming to the station's sickbay*

(OFF: Huw? It's Harn Sulu, how do you get Huw?)

*Smiles*
My pleasure. Hey, I was wondering, do you have any spare class C power cells lying around? If so, can I have one?

"Actually, since I know much of this already, I finished the first 3 lessons, I hope you don't mind."

*Holoteacher* "I will now-"
"Now that-"
"You may be wo-"
"Let's review."

OFF: That's fine with me too, sir.

Very good. Please report to me any findings. Our previous xenobiologist reported some unusual lifeforms on the planet's ocean.

OFF: Pierre you still around?  I have recalled the ships back to starphoenix so things should hopefully get a bit more active if you are still around...  

*Walks over to the crate*
Reverse gravity field, eh? I've always wanted one of those to tinker with, perhaps another time. Where are we moving this crate?

*after 5 days of cleaning and repairing, Pierre and Huw manage to bring the research facility back online*

Thank you Mr. Huw... Now let's see if SARAH is still around...

Computer, activate program SARAH.

*the holographic assistant appears, smiling*

Hello again Captain. What shall we do today?

*Pierre answers*

Just some tests on your subroutines...  I want to make sure nothing Borg touched your program.

*turns to Huw*

That will be all Mr. Huw. Thank you once more and I'll se you in the Bar sometime soon.

*sits on a console and starts testing SARAH's program*

Please report to the Roll Call thread.  I want to know who is exactly still with the division.  Thanks.

OFF: Sorry for taking so long to post...

I'll leave you with the Holo-teacher now, Mr. Sulu. Today you will learn the basics of Starfleet training.

If you need me I'll be in my office.

*as he leaves the Holo-teacher, which looks like the Doctor from Voyager, appears*

Greetings, I will be your teacher today. We will start with sensor operation. *a display with mny types of sensors appears* Are you familiar with interphasic modulators?

*the Teacher continues for another two hours. after that the class ends and the Major returns*

So, Mr. Sulu... Did you like your first class?

"Yes sir!"
*He returns to one of the consoles and re-activates the holo-instructor*

(OFF: Is the term "on my desk" being used as just a saying, or do you really have a desk somewhere? lol)

*walks into the room again*

How are the classes going, Mr. Sulu? As soon as you finish this one please start the Basic Warp Theory module. If you find that too easy you can proceed to the Advanced Warp Theory one.

I'll be here watching you.

OFF: The new ship has a warp drive lab as extensive as this one, would the two of you be willing to work on the ship rather than the base?  (ill post something later in regards to your other request, after you answer this question in off message, i was heading off to sleep just now but i thought id look to see if anyone posted..)

OFF: Well I was kinda hoping to have you both go on the ship...... lol

Captain White reporting as your XO Major, what duty will you assign me?

Where can I read their findings?

OFF: Sorry.. I've been somewhat busy these days...

Very well, Captain White. I believe you are familiar with the nature of this facility's research. We have been asked by Admiral Sullivan to start researching alternative warp propulsion designs, following the new Starfleet directives.

I have also been working on a shielding device using a stationary warp field, though I have not managed to make it work so far. It has, however, saved my life by sending me foward in time, allowing me to escape the Borg attack to this base.

Thus, I believe you could start by reading all the data I have collected so far. You should also familiarize yourself with our other duties, such as the Astrometrics survey station and the Xenobiology lab.

*The cloud of energy was delighted.*
"Energy... energy! Growing stronger!"
"Want more energy!"
"Receiving energy from their weapons!!!"
"But want more!"
"Seek all energy now!!"
*Parts of the dark cloud start moving into a different shape, as if it is becoming a tornado, extending its tail at the power core of Starphoenix Station. In a matter of moments, it hits the building that houses the power core.*
"Energy in there! Need the energy!"
*As the cloud hits the building, a huge explosive sends large pieces of debris in all directions, crushing down on other buildings, setting them all on fire. The tail of the cloud penetrates into the ruins of the building, seeking the energy source, and starts feeding from it. One by one, the lights and all systems go down in the different buildings on the station...*

"...Energy..we need energy!"
"..Searching...ships at Dantor have all dissapeared! Gallifreyans are aware!"
"...Danger..Danger...Gallifreyans are becoming stronger..Energy..we need energy!"
*A huge cloud forms itself above Dantor*
"Scanning planet....Dantor is almost depleted...no signs of recovery...Gallifreyan thread is growing! Retreat!......"

*At that moment the huge cloud dissapears from planet Dantor and the planets atmosphere is at rest again. Sunbeams reach the surface; hurricanes dissapear and the sea is at rest. Dantor's biosphere is recharching slowly*

OFF: Still around sir, but I didn't get any answers... I'm at the medical facility, so you can contact me there and assign me a mission...

"Almost?"
*He smiles too, eager to start training.*

OFF: Well, I think I have a desk somewhere.. but post everything on this thread... Feel free to post your holo lessons, invent the things you are learning and when you get tired post saying you are done... Oh, and sory for the delay, but my girlfriend was really sick...

(OFF: I'm ready, my Character may put up some resistance, because as I've said, he has a kind of fear of starships. Don't let it make you think I don't want it, My character won't, but I'm sure you could convince him.)

"What's bothering me, sir? I'm affraid I don't know what you mean."

*enters some commands on his desk's console*

There. You now have clearence to access all of Dr. Kensuke's archives concerning the data he collected on the base's beach.

OFF: The Xeno lab has been erased a long time ago... So I think you could just make something up. Anyway, this isn't one of our major concerns for now and I don't think it will be for quite some time. Just say you will contact someone who understands more about it and let's get the warp project moving. I think the Admiral would like that...

"Energy...receiving lots of energy!.."
"Gallifreyans are trying to fight us....But we have lots of energy.."
"They are becoming weaker...we must overwhelm them..we shall oppose them.."
*Then the storm on Dantor increases and several buildings of the Starphoenix base collaps by the power of nature.
"..We still need energy...Dantor is almost depleted...to oppose the Gallifreyans we need more energy..."
"..Searching...Searching...Energy coming to us...ships are entering this part of space..."
At that moment the energycloud in space went away from planet Dantor and set course for the incoming vessels.

*Harn walks up to the building, wondering about many things. Mainly, why was he called to help clean up the Scientific Research Facility? Did someone hear about his device? Will he be transferred here permanently? Or just untill the mess is cleaned up? He reached the doors and opened them, revealing the gloom within, unsure about whether to enter or not, he decides to anounce his presence, mabe someone's already here...*
"Hello? Is anybody here?"

*comes from behind a very large console*

Yes you are Mr. Sulu!

I was just setting the last couple iso-linear chips in place. i have programmed a holographic simulation thet will teach you almost all you need to know to become a Starfleet officer... I call it "Starfleet Academy in a nutshell" *smiles*

Oh, don't look so surprised about the simulation. This whole building is filled with holoemitters. It's almost like a giant holodeck.

(OFF: Ok!)
*Harn Cotinues with the lessons, but in an interesting way. He skips the lecture part and goes straight to the 'quiz' at the end. He then goes back to the lecture and studies whatever he missed.*

OFF: Actually we are gonna have to keep you on the Station Pierre...  Sulu your going to be the Science CO on the Lothlorien... And one of you are going to get a Science XO depending on what position Mark White picks...

Major, I really must press you for a duty to perform.

"Thank you Major, now if you will excuse me, I must meet the Admiral for dinner"

OFF; I will discuss it with him at our table

*The darkness that the energy cloud casts over the base, seems to keep growing stronger and more intense, as the Na'jigat feeds from the station's energy source almost first hand through the water. But then suddenly... there is a momentary faltering, and for a moment the cloud looks like a sky of thunderstorm clouds that are beginning to clear just a little, and leaving just one ray of the sun through... some bright white light appears to be shine through the vast darkness of the energy cloud, so bright and clear that it does not seem to come from the Na'jigat cloud itself, and neither can be undone by the Na'jigat... The bright ray of light grows slightly wider and stronger, shining brightly upon one of the buildings of Starphoenix Base... even so strong that the light almost seems to easily go THROUGH the thick walls of the building, making it look a bit brighter in its surrounding darkness... and then gently, the light fades away again... The Na'jigat cloud seems to become restless, and even more eager to feed itself from the energy as fast and as much as it can...*

*enters the room*

Mr. Sulu, how are you? I was informed that the new CO of the station will be arriving soon and that I'm to put this lab to work again with your help ASAP.

*points to a large crate*

Could you help me with that? It's a bit heavy, but nothing that a reverse gravity field can't help us with...

*presses a button on the crate's size and it hums, becomming lighter*

*Harn walks in, prepared to start training.*
(Is this the right place?)

I certainly don't mind, Mr. Sulu. Please proceed with the other lessons then.

I want a report on my desk as soon as you finish them. We will then start some practical exercises.

OFF: Sorry for vanishing. I had the most difficult couple of weeks ever...

So, Mr. Sulu... I believe you are ready to talk to the Admiral... Should we schedule a meeting? Then you can demonstrate your knowledge and if everything is to his liking then you can become a full member of my staff.

Computer, set an appointment with the CO as soon as possible. Me and Mr. Sulu would like to talk to him about Mr. Sulu's assignment as a science officer.

Moments later Sullivan walks in

Mr. Sulu can I have a word with you?

"Oh hmm well you just seem a bit apprehensive.. Well we must get going we must get you aboard that ship before it departs on its mission"

"Computer Intiate site to site transport of me and Commander Sulu to the USS Lothlorien.. *Mr. Sulu and Sullivan Transport to the USS Lothlorien* (we will continue in the Lothlorien forum)

OFF: Please change your avatar to a starphoenix Commander Blue avatar.. (should be listed as medical)

OFF: Pierre?? are you around, your XO is waiting for assignment....

*The energy cloud is drawn to a particular concentration of power at the station, and heads toward it fast, casting a dark shadow on the buildings below it... As it came within range, the inverse energy phasers were fired...*
"Energy... absorb energy..."
"What is this? Inverse energy! They try to trick us!"
"Ignore their tricks, they cannot weaken us..."
"They are annoying us!"
"We are being delayed! Gallifreyans may come soon, must hurry..."
"We will trick them back..."
"And we will take all energy at once..."
*At that moment, the dark energy cloud seems to expand as if to cover the entire landbase... but in fact it is moving toward the nearby ocean.*
"Water... water makes energy stream easier..."
"We will be able to assemble all energy and take it at once..."
*At that moment, what seems to be some sort of heavy lightning strikes into the ocean, several kilometers away from the station. The lightning seems to pierce into the depths of the oceans, and for an instant there appears to be a hole in the water... then the water begins to react and a huge wave begins to form. The large wave of water grows higher and more massive, as it sets for Starphoenix Base... In a matter of moments, the immense and high wave reaches the coastal area nearby Starphoenix Base, and the people on the base can see how the waves are taller than themselves... even taller than the highest buildings of Starphoenix base... and then the wave comes crashing down on top of the first buildings, and tons of water flows into the base, flooding the streets so much that only the highest buildings barely come above the water. The violent ocean water keeps flooding into the base, even tearing apart some of the smaller buildings and taking them with the stream, as the cloud hangs above the flooded areas, and begins to concentrate its power on an open area... The power of the energy field seems to look like a tornado coming down from it, heading for the water... and when it strikes the water, it begins to whirl with a heavy wind, as the Na'jigat cloud begins to extract all energy that is being flown through the water...*
"Energy... energy... Want more energy!"
"We still have part in space attacking ships..."
"They must make ships pay for this trick as well, and make sure they no longer delay us again!"
*And at that moment, in space, the separated part of the Na'jigat cloud turns aggressive, attacking all ships with what also seems to be a surge of energy lightning. The ships suffer a heavy shock, upsetting their systems as the ship is pulled back, away from planet Dantor.*

OFF: this is the last post I can make before I go on vacation. I won't be able to post until september again. Now you can continue the storyline and admins could post with Event Horizon, if they want. The idea is that the Na'jigat is about to destroy everything and everyone, when again the Gallifreyan cavalry appears. Gallifreyans are humanoid people, and the only species in the universe that is strong enough to fight the Na'jigat through mental energy. Even they can't defeat or destroy the Na'jigat, but they can force them to retreat - for now. I will ask Montrell to post as Legudon (main chief of the Gallifreyans) when he returns from his vacation soon. The Gallifreyans will use no weapons except pure concentration on telephatic energy. They are a species that does not like to interact with other species and will be short in answers, if they tell you anything at all. Little is known about them, and nobody really knows yet where they are from and who they are. But the war between the Na'jigat and the Gallifreyans has been going on from the beginning of time and will never end.
As for the Na'jigat, remember they can NOT be destroyed. You can delay them, confuse them a bit (but remember they CAN read your minds, they are the purest form of telephatic power as well) and besides trying to win some time, there's little you can do - but that doesn't mean you can make it spectacular, like I now just gave you some material to work with for some time