ST:TTV322 | "Stem to Stern"

Stardate 95224.8

MCPO Tyr has landed with a splash since joining the crew of the Valley Forge. Not a soul aboard has been able to escape the infectious enthusiasm of her 'mandatory fun' training exercises for the enlisted personnel.

Now that all the competing teams for her first 'stem to stern' race have completed their runs, it's time for all to gather in the mess hall and watch the results play out as a live race for the entertainment of all!

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View Act I - Ambassador's Visit

Crystyl17/03/2019 Transporter Chief CPO Katie Oliver is busy fussing over the transporter pad after receiving news that a diplomatic envoy will be arriving imminently Crystyl18/03/2019 Keelah strolls in, pausing just inside the door and quirking a brow at the sight, "Everything ok there Chief...?" she asks cautiously towards the operator currently on her hands and knees fiddling with one of the floor pads - Katie jumps a little and scrambles to her feet, "Oh! Sorry Captain-" she hastily tidies the pad back and dusts herself off while scurrying back over to the console, "Just making sure everything is tip-top for our visitors!" - Keelah smiles, relaxing her stance a little as she moves to the side of the operators console, "Chief, I already know you keep this the best maintained transporter facility in the fleet. You don't need to worry, you know" - Katie nods, focused on her screen, "It's kind of you to say ma'am, but if I lax on the details then I risk it not being the best. And nothing less will do for our dignitaries, not... that less would do for you or the senior staff or anything! I mean..." she groans a little - Keelah chuckles, "Relax Chief. They're not even due just yet anyway, I just wanted to be sure to arrive first" - Katie eases back from her console and turns to face the Captain, "Is more of the senior staff coming to form a welcoming committee?" - Keelah pauses, glancing to the door, "That... is a good question" she chuckles again, "Since this is a reunion with old friends rather than a true diplomatic reception, I opted to forego the usual formality and extend an open invitation for any and all to join if they wished it; I figure at least it will give some good positive exposure to those less experienced in such affairs" - Katie smiles, "See now, that's why I like working under your command, ma'am; always thinking of your people! But... what if nobody volunteers...?" her tone suggests a clear caution of being roped into something over her head - Keelah smirks a little, seemingly picking up on Katie's reaction, "Well then, it's a good job we're starting with a tour so there will be no escape!" AnnCarise18/03/2019 The door to the transporter room opens and Kelly peeks in, "Captain? Isn't it a little early to be greeting our guests?" Crystyl18/03/2019 Keelah turns with a smile, "Aah Kelly, come to catch up with Jojo too?" AnnCarise18/03/2019 Kelly nods, "Mhmm! Been a while since we've been at Legia." Crystyl18/03/2019 "Hmm... time to stock up on some of that fancy drink of theirs is it?" Keelah asks with a knowing smirk AnnCarise18/03/2019 Kelly smirks back, "One of the many benefits of coming here! But the technology they have is quite fascinating too, not to mention their rich culture and history." Crystyl18/03/2019 "They are a remarkable people, aren't they" Keelah smiles, "Anyway I'm glad you came, I feared that my more relaxed open invite had perhaps served as license for all not to come!" AnnCarise18/03/2019 "Some people have a habit of avoiding anything that sounds remotely diplomatic due to the difficulty associated with these things. I wouldn't say I enjoy diplomacy, but you know I like most social activities." Crystyl18/03/2019 "That's exactly why I hope this visit from Jojo and her father will be good for the crew; give them some comfortable exposure to the whole thing" AnnCarise18/03/2019 "Good thinking! Meeting someone from a new culture doesn't have to be a scary thing, and the Olelians are nice and should get people comfortable with that idea!" Crystyl18/03/2019 "Exactly! More than that, they are our friends. You know... I think they were even my first real first contact thinking on it..." AnnCarise18/03/2019 "They were? I think when I first visited, we've already set up some level of diplomatic relations." Crystyl18/03/2019 Keelah nods, "This was back when I was on the Dawnstar. We returned about a year later when they formalozed their application for Federation membership, I think that was when you were firdt with us to meet them" AnnCarise18/03/2019 "Ahh yes, on the Dawnstar! You were XO there, right?" Crystyl18/03/2019 Keelah nods, looking off with a whimsical sigh, "Part of me still misses that ship; started my tenure as XO by taking command of the construction project back at Upee you know" AnnCarise18/03/2019 "The construction, as in the original construction? Not a refit project like Valley Forge?" Crystyl18/03/2019 "Mhmm!" She nods proudly, "They fell almost 6 months behind schedule due to problems integrating the new warp core. They used it to pull me back from my LoA and dragged me over there from Bajor with orsers to get it back on schedule. Suffice to say a little creative field engineering was all it needed" she chuckles "Even brought in a few innovations that helped define the block 2's like Gainsborough and the eventual new classes like Endeavour" AnnCarise18/03/2019 "Wow...can't say I've had an experience like that. I had a long posting on board the Radiant which only ended when the ship was lost, but the Radiant was an old ship. She was built before I was even born!" "I've only had experience with repairs, and working with refits after the fact. Both Radiant and Valley Forge have had some big refits." Crystyl18/03/2019 "Something I have never had the pleasure of working directly" she smiles, "Still, it was nice still being an engineer" AnnCarise18/03/2019 "That it is!" Kelly smiles back. "One of the most important and most satisfying jobs in Starfleet if you ask me." Crystyl19/03/2019 "Right up there besides Transporter Chief, I'd say" Keelah adds with a knowing smirk, noting that Katie has defaulted to going about her work while they talked AnnCarise19/03/2019 Katie smirks, "Well, you could travel most places with a shuttle, but that would be quite a hassle." Kelly nods, "Especially in a time when we're used to transporters. There was a time when people did go most places using only shuttlecraft, but it sounds terribly inconvenient now." "Still, Sullivan's job is just as important!" Katie remarks. "There's always going to be places with signal issues, as we've seen from the Crystyl rescue." Crystyl20/03/2019 "Both very good points, I-" Keelah pauses, looking to the console as it beeps confirming their guests are ready to transport AnnCarise23/03/2019 Katie glances to Keelah as well, "Looks like our visitors are here. Energizing now." Crystyl23/03/2019 Keelah nods and turns her attention to the pad. Watching as their two guests materialize *Ambassador K'Taum and J'Fojofae appear and look around happily, settling eyes on Keelah the ambassador steps forward offering a Vulcan llap salute, "Hello Captain, it has been far too long" Keelah chuckles, "You've been practising, Ambassador. It is good to see you again. Both of you" she turns a smile to Jojo Jojo steps forward, greeting Keelah with a friendly hug, "It is nice to be back among Starfleet uniforms again!" Keelah chuckles, "Well we will have plenty of time to catch up for dinner, for now though let me introduce my Chief Engineer; Keliaya. She will be treating you to that tour of the ship we never quite got to last time" AnnCarise23/03/2019 Kelly smiles, "I look forward to showing you around the ship!" Crystyl23/03/2019 K'Taum returns the smile, "As do I. This one" he poimts to Keelah, "Promised it a long time ago but then ran off before we had the chance" Keelah smiles politely, "Duty calls when it calls, Ambassador. Speaking of, I am still required on the bridge but look forward to a proper catch up later. I will leave you in Kelly's capable hands for now" with that she departs AnnCarise23/03/2019 Kelly chuckles, "I think it was a different ship back then. But I am sure you will enjoy the Valley Forge!" Crystyl23/03/2019 Jojo steps forward, "Yes, I heard many tales of your exploits while I was on DS13. It is great to have you all here!" AnnCarise23/03/2019 "Word does get around, doesn't it! Well, have you heard the basic background of the ship? Kelly asks as she begins leading them into the hallway. -- Transition to Turbolifts and Hallways -- Crystyl23/03/2019 Jojo shakes her head, looking back to Kelly as they exit the transporter room. K'Taum seems content to quietly observe while the girls talk AnnCarise23/03/2019 "Well, the Valley Forge is an older ship with her construction dating back to the Dominion War era, before I was born," Kelly explains. "She's recently undergone a major refit though and essentially upgraded to the capabilities of a modern starship." Crystyl23/03/2019 "I would imagine so with all you have going on! It certainly has the look and feel of a crisp new ship from those I have seen!" AnnCarise23/03/2019 "Indeed she does, from the outside and inside! Hard to tell she's been in service for so long. And the refits change Valley Forge from the base Sentinel class so much, it almost looks like the ship is a newly launched variation of the older class!" Crystyl23/03/2019 K'Taum chimes in, "To what end was such an extensive overhaul carried out? You mentioned the Dominion war, was the ship upgraded to be more of a war vessel?" AnnCarise23/03/2019 "Quite the opposite in fact. She was built in the heat of conflict and the original engineers kept combat in mind throughout. The refits have made the Valley Forge more like the exploration ships Starfleet is most known for." "Of course, we didn't downgrade any of our defensive capabilities, and some of the upgrades like increased maneuverability give quite an edge in a fight. But the purpose of the modifications weren't to make it more of a warship." Crystyl23/03/2019 K'Taum smiles at that, "I see, most interesting. Thank you" AnnCarise23/03/2019 Kelly smiles back, "This is why we're out in space still unexplored by the Federation all the time. That's what the Valley Forge has been upgraded to do." Crystyl23/03/2019 "So, what's our first stop then?" Jojo chimes back in eagerly Crystyl23/03/2019 Before Kelly can respond, Vrolmacht comes around the corner, pausing to look at the unfamiliar aliens intruding on his territory and looming tall over both of them Vrolmacht: "Commander" he nods to Kelly AnnCarise24/03/2019 Kelly nods back, “Commander Vrolmacht. Meet the representatives from Legia IX! I don’t recall, have you met an Olelian before?” Crystyl24/03/2019 Vrolmacht dips his head, "Ambassadors, it is an ho-... huh?" He looks down distractedly as the jefferies tube hatch beside him pops open and Essex comes tumbling out Essex looks around the small crowd briefly thinking in a slight panic, "Good day. Don't mind me, just a little maintenance run..." with that he slowly slips back the way he came, the hatch gently pulling shut behind him. Vrolmacht glances briefly to Kelly, making a note on his PADD, "Enjoy your tour, Ambassadors. Commander" he nods to Kelly before moving on AnnCarise24/03/2019 Kelly chuckles and nods to Vrolmacht again before moving on, “So, that was Lieutenant Commander Vrolmacht, our Chief Tactical Officer. Have your people talked with the Klingons yet, or just the Federation?” Crystyl24/03/2019 K'Taum nods, "We have spoken with representatives from many races since opening our borders to trade" AnnCarise24/03/2019 "Ahh, that's good. I heard a lot of people have misunderstandings when first meeting the Klingons. Vrolmacht's with Starfleet though, so he's nice!" "Anyways, would you be more interested in the ship, or her people?" Crystyl24/03/2019 K'Taum answers, "The ship" while at the exact same time, Jojo responds with, "The people!" The two doubletake at one another and burst out laughing AnnCarise24/03/2019 Kelly laughs as well, "I was trying to decide whether to take you to the mess hall first or the engineering section, both have people there and they're both parts of the ship of course! I suppose we can stop by the mess first, as it's closer, then take you down to main engineering." Crystyl24/03/2019 "An excellent comprise Commander" K'Taum nods, "You'd make quite the diplomat with that kind of thinking you know" AnnCarise24/03/2019 "Just trying to be efficient! That's an important thing for Engineers too. This way to the mess hall." Crystyl24/03/2019 The pair happily follow as Kelly leads the way AnnCarise24/03/2019 ---Transition to Mess Hall---

View Act II - The Gathering

Ecosse09/03/2019 Its the early hours of ship time and Kiera is on her morning jog through the halls on her morning run. Nodding to people as she passes them in the hall. Crystyl11/03/2019 Miadrone comes hovering around the corner from behind Kiera, slowing to hold pace beside her as it chirps what is presumably a beepy good morning! Ecosse11/03/2019 Waves to Miadrone as she slows to a stop before she takes a deep breath before she swigs her water "Morning!" Crystyl11/03/2019 Mia ripples into view, "Good morning ladies! Enjoying a rigorous start to the day are we?" She chirps, ever upbeat Ecosse11/03/2019 "Aye, just a bit of one. Kassandra decided it would be good for us to start running before shifts. Aye, I did, we should be able to do these runs as just a warmup. What about you? Haven't seen you around this early before." Kiera would be slightly out of breath while she speaks Crystyl11/03/2019 "Oh well our schedule can be a little off compared to biological liforms, as we only need to recharge every 48 hours. Sometimes we enjoy simply roaming the empty corridors!" Ecosse11/03/2019 "Ahh that sounds quite useful only having to basically sleep every 48 hours. And yeah it can be nice just going for walks through the empty corridors, it's peaceful and we will take any of that we can get." Kiera grins slightly before she places her hands on her back while she stretches it. Crystyl11/03/2019 "Well we hope you two enjoy the routine! We are just heading for some breakfast so should leave you to it before you need to warm up again!" Ecosse12/03/2019 Nods slightly before her stomach rumbles slightly at the thought of breakfast "Actually now that you mention it, I think it's time that we had some breakfast as well." Crystyl12/03/2019 "Ooh, then you are most welcome to join us if you like!" Ecosse13/03/2019 Smiles slightly at the offer "That sounds nice, I think I will take you up on that offer." Crystyl13/03/2019 "C'est magnifique! A wonderful start to the day this is!" She chirps happily as they head off to the mess hall Crystyl13/03/2019 ---Transition to Mess Hall--- Crystyl13/03/2019 Mia enters the room with a skip in her step, making a beeline for the replicator to pick out something for breakfast ahead of Kiera Ecosse13/03/2019 Kiera follows not far behind Mia as she makes her way to the replicators to get something to eat Crystyl13/03/2019 After more procrastination than can be possibly be reasonable for an AI, she settles on a fruit salad. Taking the freshly replicated meal with a glass of orange juice to settle at a table by thebwindow. Ecosse14/03/2019 Kiera joins Mia at the table once she had gotten her breakfast of a bowl of porridge and a glass of fresh pineapple juice, with a croissant with jam on the side as well Crystyl15/03/2019 Mia starts tucking into her breakfast, "So are we safe in assuming that you two are starting to feel more settled now, in and of yourselves?" Ecosse15/03/2019 Shrugs slightly as she sips her drink "Certainly settling in on the ship, though we still have alright days and bad days...a lot less fighting for control now." Crystyl15/03/2019 "Well that sounds like a positive step forwards to us!" She chirps happily, "You know, even though our existence is arguably comparable; we find it... difficult to comprehend sometimes how this must be for the two of you. Not only are AI's more natively adept at such forms of coexistence, but ours was a voluntary choice for us both too." Ecosse15/03/2019 Kiera grins slightly at this "Aye, we can see the similarities between us in terms of two in one. And you at least have that going for you for being more adept at this form*" Crystyl15/03/2019 Mia smiles, a little saddened perhaps, "We wish there was something we could do to assist the two of you still" Ecosse15/03/2019 Shrugs slightly "People are looking at it but the medical reports say that we are too intertwined to be separated as they can't tell who is who." Crystyl16/03/2019 "Has Kazra said anything about bringing in consultation from the Trill homeworld to help you acclimatize, rather than looking to reverse what has happened?" Ecosse16/03/2019 Shakes her head slightly at this "Not that we can recall anyway, have you heard talk?" Crystyl16/03/2019 "Oh no, not gossip or anything. But we did approach her to offer our assistance and she mentioned offhand that the Symbiosis Commission may have advisors who can help you adjust" Ecosse16/03/2019 "Hmm...it could be worth an approach to them then at some point..." She thinks about it while she takes a spoon full of her porridge Crystyl17/03/2019 Mia smiles happily with the knowledge that her input may have helped, tucking into her fruit salad, "So is it a duty shift for you today?" Ecosse20/03/2019 Nods slightly after being lost in thought for a moment "Aye got the bridge shift today to start with at least, so not too bad at least not stuck in the armoury or doing organising paper work." Crystyl20/03/2019 Mia smiles, "Aah we do so enjoy bridge duty! Not that we often have the pleasure mind" Ecosse20/03/2019 "Aye it's not bad, and at least up there you know what is going on when stuff happens most of the time." ---------------------------------- ???_????22/03/2019 entering the lift, the LtJG leans against the wall "Big ship... lounge or mess... which is best for food comp?" Computer chimes in "Mess Hall is the standard communal dining area." "To there then." he commands as the lift starts moving, he taps a device on his wrist to make a holo screen appear which he holds and types up a message on. the lift stops and opens as he meanders out on his way, following the auto-generated wall direction lighting as he continues typing up in a conversation with someone stops short as he arrives at the door and steps on through -- Merge into Mess Hall -- ???_????22/03/2019 The new to the ship LtJG wanders into the room, still with his uniform jacket unzipped and open, he's clearly not properly on duty anyway. He takes a look around and moves to a replicator to start ordering something ???_????23/03/2019 He does some fiddling for a while, perhaps syncing his replicator use data in since it's a new ship for him, he comes away with just a cup of coffee and a bowl of rice with an egg on top, looking at his choice he amusingly notes to himself, "Well, at least I'm only 3/4 of a stereotype today..." He moves to find a table but finds himself curiously looking at the floating drone near Mia, none of the people nearby being anyone he knows of course, but he seems curious about it... such things are rare in a mess hall after all. ???_????23/03/2019 sets his dish down but keeps the coffee mug with him as he wanders over to Mia and Kiera's table "Yo. What's with the drone... looks... nonstandard." Crystyl23/03/2019 Mia turns with a bright smile, "Allo'! Don't mind the little one, though you are quite correct that we are not of Starfleet origin. Our drone shell is an Arshai construct. We are Mia, you must the new lieutenant, non?" Miadrone beeps a chirpy greeting as well. It's little grabby arm gesturing the tip of an imaginary hat ???_????23/03/2019 slowly sips from his cup "Cool." "Lt Shinwa Tsurugi, the legendary blind engineer, I fix things people didn't know were broken yet." Crystyl23/03/2019 She smiles at that, "That's quite the forte! Well, it's always a pleasure to see new faces aboard. Anything you need; you just let us know!" ???_????23/03/2019 "Why? Are you in charge of getting things?" Crystyl23/03/2019 "Technically no, but we know everyone, and everything on board so can normally find a means to meet requirements much more effectively!" ???_????23/03/2019 squints a bit, his pupils spinning briefly "You are... not a normal physical body.... what was that name? I'm not familiar.. are you a projection? I don't see normal signatures from you.." seems to be a bit focused on this more than the conversation now Crystyl23/03/2019 She chuckles, "We are a uniquely evolved liform so our avatar is likely not the same as any holographic lifeform you may be more familiar with. You know, if you are imteredted in the technology we would be happy to share with you!" ???_????23/03/2019 spins his eyes back to their standard configuration, he must be looking at her normally now "Aa... maybe you can send a data packet.. Sorry for the questions. I get a little focused sometimes." Crystyl23/03/2019 She shakes her head with a warm smile, "Not at all! Meeting new lifeforms is what we are all here for after all!" ???_????23/03/2019 picks up his bowl from earlier and takes a bite as he stands nearby chatting. The dish is Japanese, but he's using a fork. Ecosse23/03/2019 Nods to the new arrival as she sips her drink "Morning, Lt. And being honest this is probably the oddest table to pick if you want a normal meeting." Crystyl23/03/2019 "That's one way to put it" Mia looks back with a smirk, "You could also say it's the most interesting!" ???_????23/03/2019 takes a bite "In my experience everyone thinks their group is the weird one. It's quirky anywhere you go. Zanbish 3, everyone there spends one day a month not using their hands for anything, no reason, it started as a joke against off worlders." he kicks a chair over and plops down "I think you're gonna have a lot of work being the odd ones on a Starfleet ship." Crystyl23/03/2019 "They... wow, that's quite the custom!" She chuckles ???_????23/03/2019 smirks a bit "What'll really bug you later is whether or not any of that is actually true." Crystyl24/03/2019 "We will have to make a point of investigating one day!" She giggles ???_????24/03/2019 "Maybe if their air filtration system breaks again... I was out there with an S.C.E. crew a couple years ago.. that's how I know who they are." Crystyl24/03/2019 "But of course, this kind of happenchance is how we gain our unique experience, non? And is why we so love meeting new people!" ???_????24/03/2019 just shrugs "I guess." AnnCarise24/03/2019 Kelly steps into the mess hall, followed by Olelian Ambassador K'Taum and Jojo. "So, this is the mess hall! It's a place to eat our food, but more importantly it's a major social hub on the ship. We have more than one place like this, but it's an area where crew often come to meet friends, organize events with their departments and just mingle." Crystyl24/03/2019 Miadrone beeps excitedly and zooms away, causing Mia to ripple out of sight - reappearing across the room where the excitable drone hovers in front of the new arrivals. "Jojo!" She exclaims, greeting her with a big hug Jojo laughs, returning the hug, "Hello Mia, it's womderful to see you again! And still making good use of that emitter I see!" Ecosse24/03/2019 Glances over at the new arrivals and Miadrone flying over with a slightly smile while she takes a sip of her drink "Always something to see going on here." AnnCarise24/03/2019 "Hey Mia!" Kelly smiles and greets her as well. Crystyl24/03/2019 Mia grins, nodding, "Oh yes, it has completely changed our lives!" She turns a brief scornful look to the drone who gives a down tone beep in response, almost apologetic sounding "And 'allo to you Ms. Kelly! You are conducting our guests around the ship?" ???_????24/03/2019 looks back at the commotion, taking a slow sip. He's more curious of a certain logistical issue than anything going on "I wonder..." AnnCarise24/03/2019 "I am! Just showing them around the mess first before I take them to engineering. Good to catch you here!" Crystyl24/03/2019 "Yes!" Mia nods, "ooh you should come and meet the others while you are here!" ???_????24/03/2019 lightly to himself "Holy moly... All things do come to those who wait." continues to wait for the French computer girl to bring the ensemble to them AnnCarise24/03/2019 "My thoughts exactly! This is the best place to meet the crew and see what life is like on the ship!" Crystyl24/03/2019 "Come on then!" Mia chirps happily, heading back to the table with a skip in her step. Looking to the seated pair as she returns, "Apologies for before, it is a rare thing but sometimes the little one still gets a little excitable amd runs off, not accounting for our avatar! But anyway, look. We bring more friends!" ???_????24/03/2019 "One should be in more agreement with themselves perhaps." he says idly, then glances upwards Crystyl24/03/2019 Mia laughs, well at least we don't have to worry about line of sight like with our first emitter! Anyway, may we present K'Taum; Ambassador for the Olelian people, and his daughter Jojo" ???_????24/03/2019 "of many bizarre adventures I'm sure." he doesn't add much more, perhaps as he knows nothing of these people Crystyl24/03/2019 Jojo and K'Taum step forward offering a slight bow. "It is always a pleasure to meet more Starfleet officers" Jojo smiles ???_????24/03/2019 nods and sips his coffee "Hope you continue only meeting good ones then, so that'll stay true." Crystyl24/03/2019 "Indeed" K'Taum chimes in, a brief glance towards his daughter, "Though perhaps more of a kix might serve to remind my daughter the dangers of getting involved with Starfleet directly. Since she is all to quick to forget narrowly escaping your station with her life not too long ago" Jojo rolls here eyes at K'Taum's comment, antenna dipping slightly AnnCarise24/03/2019 Kelly nods, "Space does come with its share of dangers." ???_????24/03/2019 "As my eyes remind me often, but my job is to keep the things working that make it safer, and yell at the fools who ignore the danger." looks at Kelly "I read the manifest on my trip, you are my new boss I think. I'm LT Shinwa, your newest engineering tech. Thanks for saving me a trip." he says confident this was done for his benefit, clearly AnnCarise24/03/2019 "Oh, welcome on board, Lieutenant! We can always use more people who can make space travel just a little less dangerous." ???_????24/03/2019 sips "Basically... This a diplomatic mission day?" AnnCariseLast Monday at 00:51 "The Ambassador is visiting the ship today, but it's not exactly First Contact or a formal diplomatic event. Well, I suppose it's part of one...it's a complicated situation." "You don't need to be in dress whites or anything, so you're all good, Lieutenant." ???_????Last Monday at 01:22 smirks a bit, his appearance is still pretty disheveled, and his jacket is open. He doesn't even have an appearance of duty ready. "Good to know." AnnCariseLast Monday at 01:46 "I normally like to show new officers in the department around the major parts of the ship, as our refits make us quite different from the layout of a standard Sentinel. I'll be heading down to the Engineering section with the Ambassador soon, but we can do it another time when you're on duty instead, if you prefer." ???_????Last Monday at 01:50 "Aa, I just stepped off the shuttle.. came here to get a bite. I'm not on duty until tomorrow." AnnCariseLast Monday at 22:30 Kelly nods, "I'll show you around tomorrow then. Hope you're settling in nicely so far?" ???_????Last Monday at 22:36 looks around "well... Coffee's good, met a French computer girl. So... Sure, nicely." AnnCariseLast Monday at 22:42 "You've met Mia I see," she chuckles. "She's a very interesting person with an extremely unique history." "Anyways, we'll leave you to enjoy your off-duty time. I'll see you tomorrow!" ???_????Last Monday at 23:15 nonchalantly waves in response AnnCariseLast Tuesday at 01:35 Kelly waves back before turning to K'Taum and Jojo, "So, want to meet some more people in here, or head down to engineering?" CrystylToday at 00:15 Jojo smiles, "If we're allowed, I would love to see the heart of the ship!" and promptly follows Kelly out, bidding farewell to those at the table ---END---

View Act III

Keliaya@anncarise waves to Crystyl as she steps into the mess hall. Derenzis@andrewbcrisp enters the mess hall, seeing a number of people she hasn't seen before... and one familiar face. Derenzis@andrewbcrisp waves to Nimitz Alistair Nimitz@natthaan nods to Derenzis "Hello." Crystyl@crystyll FX | The Valley Forge mess hall is a buzz of activity with many more crew than normal hanging around. Most are enlisted, though a number of familiar officers are also around. Spirits seem high Crystyl@crystyll: + throughout the crowd Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "Good to see you again." Crystyl@crystyll sits on the corner of what is normally the counter, draped over today to appear more like a race podium Crystyl@crystyll FX | The wall behind her has been fitted to display a large screen which currently appears to be a MSD of the ship Alistair Nimitz@natthaan: "Likewise, how are you settling in?" *Gesters to the chair next to him* Keliaya@anncarise takes a seat with a good view, waving at the personnel around the table before joining them to chat casually. Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "Getting more and more comfortable with the captain's chair." Derenzis@andrewbcrisp looks up at the display. "Have to admit, I was intrigued by the description of this race." Alistair Nimitz@natthaan nods "It is intresting... I thought I might see if I can't steal an idea or two for my crew." Crystyl@crystyll returns the wave, laughing and joking with some of the NCO's Kiera@falconecoose * would have gone to the replicator and gotten her usual drink instead Crystyl@crystyll glances to the screen behind her as the race tracking data loads Crystyl@crystyll clears her throat, "Alright then! Ladies and gentlebeings; welcome... to the first ever Valley Forge stem to stern!" Crystyl@crystyll: "Over the last few weeks, teams from across every department have running the course and now... now we get to see who really knows the ship best!" Crystyl@crystyll: "Before we begin, a distinct thank you to Captain Keelah-" nods to Keelah in the back corner, "- for supporting this, and to the other senior staff who helped by trying to catch our racers out!" Crystyl@crystyll: "Also a warm welcome to our guests from outside the crew, we hope you /all/ enjoy the show!" Crystyl@crystyll glances back again, "And it seems the data is just about loaded with all racers times. Computer; zoom in on the officers lounge. Let's see who's competing!" Derenzis@andrewbcrisp leans forward, her attention on the screen. Crystyl@crystyll: "Ok, representing the Operations department in yellow we have everyone's favourite transporter chief: Katie Oliver" Crystyl@crystyll: "And running for Engineering - a firm favourite for many! - our Nasat DC crewman, Essex!" Crystyl@crystyll: "And wouldn't you know it, running for the civilians in silver is our very own Jexala!" waves to the Talaxian waitress who normally runs this mess hall Crystyl@crystyll: "Now what's this... Lieutenant Sepuk representing the Science team, an interesting choice for certain!" Crystyl@crystyll: "And finally in the aqua team; Counselllor Umji!" Crystyl@crystyll: "But now as we all now, this is a test of far more than fitness; as mentioned a number of senior staff have been keeping a close eye out on the corridors to catch our racers out, so knowledge of the + Crystyl@crystyll: + jeffries tubes and the different areas of the ship was also paramount. Who will take the day? Do we have any friendly wagers?" Crystyl@crystyll: as planned! Keliaya@anncarise: mhmm! Keliaya@anncarise: "Essex clearly! He works the tubes on an almost daily basis!" Crystyl@crystyll FX | All the named racers are dotted around the room with their respective teams, cheering accordingly at each mention Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "Going to give my vote to Sepuk." Crystyl@crystyll grins Kelly's way, "An odd's on favourite for sure, Commander!" Crystyl@crystyll looks to the back, "Ooh and a brave vote from one of our guest Captain's, interesting stuff!" Derenzis@andrewbcrisp says to Nimitz as an aside, "Gotta show some solidarity for the sciences." Alistair Nimitz@natthaan chuckles "Of course.." Crystyl@crystyll | Jenni sat near the front calls a vote for Jex, being on the same team as her. While Mia cheers for Umji from the back Crystyl@crystyll: "Alright then, well there's only one way to find out now isn't there! Are we ready to watch the race?" Keliaya@anncarise: "Let's see how this goes!" Derenzis@andrewbcrisp laughs. "Make it so!" Crystyl@crystyll clasps her hands together, "Alright then. Let's get this show on the road! Computer... begin the race!" Alistair Nimitz@natthaan folds his arms as he watches "Hmm..." Crystyl@crystyll: "Low and behold, if Essex isn't off to a flying start, sticking to the lower saucer I see" Crystyl@crystyll: "Both Sepuk and Jex heading straight down the middle, perhaps a lot to be said for the familiar territory in this opening leg..." Alistair Nimitz@natthaan looks to Derenzis "If this was on the Pegasus, I'd thing it'd be a race from the top of the ship to the bottom..." Keliaya@anncarise: "I knew Essex would be in the lead!" Derenzis@andrewbcrisp nods. "For the Shackleton, perhaps port to starboard... Aw c'mon, Sepuk!" she mutters at the screen. Crystyl@crystyll: "So the Nasat and the Talaxian seem to be taking an early lead! Is it going to turn into a two horse race... Keliaya@anncarise: "Aaaaand it seems Essex has gone and ran into an officer..." Crystyl@crystyll: "Anything can happen as they hit the first turbolift!" Crystyl@crystyll: "Oh Essex..." she glances over, shaking her head with a chuckle, "Who caught you out sweety?" Crystyl@crystyll | Essex: clickclicks, "It was Vrolmacht" he slumps a little Crystyl@crystyll: "Ooh, ouch. Hope you didn't run right into him!" she laughs Crystyl@crystyll: "But now, will Essex be able to recover from his early penalty enough to catch up with the Talaxian whirlwind?" Crystyl@crystyll: "Or moreso, will this give the rest of the pack enough chance to catch up...?" Crystyl@crystyll: "Looks like Seput is certainly giving it a go, taking the high road now too!" Crystyl@crystyll | Keelah wanders over to the middle table, smilng as she watches the crowds reaction, "Enjoying the show you two?" she looks between Al and Derenzis Crystyl@crystyll watches the screen, "Come on Katie, don't you let us down now!" Derenzis@andrewbcrisp looks up at Keelah. "It's an interesting race so far." Alistair Nimitz@natthaan chuckles "It's something." Crystyl@crystyll: | Keelah: "I'm glad you think so! I must admit to being skeptical when Crystyl first presented this idea to me, but have to admit... it has certainly done the intended job" Crystyl@crystyll | Keelah focus on Derenzis, "I don't believe we've met before Captain. Welcome to the Valley Forge!" Derenzis@andrewbcrisp smiles and holds out a hand. "Alyx Derenzis. Pleasure to meet you." Alistair Nimitz@natthaan: "Captain Derenzis was recently transferred in, she's still finding her feet around here." Crystyl@crystyll | Keelah smiles, shaking the hand, "Keelah, aah yes I still remember that feeling myself! Though I was XO of someone else's command when I first set foot out here" Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "Thankfully with a few helping hands," she said, gesturing at Nimitz. Crystyl@crystyll: "Wow, can anything get in Jexala's way? Could it be our civilian contingent will show up all the uniformed staff?!" Keliaya@anncarise: "Wow...I had no idea Jex was soooo fast..." Keliaya@anncarise: "We should hire her for damage control!" she laughs. Crystyl@crystyll: "But what's this... Counsellor Umji coming up from the rear and /blitzing/ past the group!" Crystyl@crystyll | Keelah smiles between the pair, "That's good to hear. You'll find many of the CO's stationed out here are all too willing to help, but few come close to Alistair for having their finger so firmly + Alistair Nimitz@natthaan: "Well, helping new Captains is the least I can do to help." Crystyl@crystyll: + on the pulse of the fleet!" Derenzis@andrewbcrisp raises her eyebrows at Keelah's statement. "Oh really? I'm humbled," she said with a grin. Alistair Nimitz@natthaan: "I keep myself busy.." Crystyl@crystyll | Keelah chuckles, "Speaking of, how are you settling in with the Pegasus now?" Keliaya@anncarise: ((Sorry! Had to quick ninja afk!)) Crystyl@crystyll: (np!) Alistair Nimitz@natthaan: "She's a good ship, and I'm looking forward to putting her in action soon." Crystyl@crystyll: | Keelah: "Oh, I'm sure you'll get the chance soon enough. Like you said after all, you do tend to keep yourself busy!" Alistair Nimitz@natthaan: "Indeed.." Derenzis@andrewbcrisp looks up at the screen. "Looks like Sepuk is trying to make up for lost time." Crystyl@crystyll: "And it looks like a crafty shift between upper and lower decks has allowed Sepuk to catch right up to the frontrunners, this could end up a photo finish!" Derenzis@andrewbcrisp looks aside at Nimitz. "I hadn't realized the Pegasus was a recent command for you." Crystyl@crystyll: "And Essex has done well making up for his early capture, will his knowledge of the engineering section help him sneak a victory...?" Alistair Nimitz@natthaan nods "I took command of her less then a month ago." Keliaya@anncarise: "Looks like Jex has made it! She actually maintained the lead the whole raceo..." Crystyl@crystyll: if jex got in through the impuse drive, she'll have to go around and double back Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "You mentioned losing the Akagi to a fight with the Borg. Was this the battle we were discussing the other day?" Alistair Nimitz@natthaan nods "It was." Crystyl@crystyll: "Aah, but has she though... my finishing line was in crafty maintenance compartment underneath the reactor. She might still be trying to find a way around!" Alistair Nimitz@natthaan: "The Borg overran my ship, we were outnumbered at least 3-1... so I seperated the ship and rammed her stardrive section into the Borg ark vessel, she took out two of them with her last breath." Derenzis@andrewbcrisp sucks in her breath. Keliaya@anncarise: "And Essex is right behind her now..." Crystyl@crystyll: "And it seems she's not the only one to get caught out by that! Come on the rest of you, you can still catch up while they find a way around!" Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "At least she made the Borg pay." Crystyl@crystyll: | Keelah: "I'm sorry we weren't in the area to help with that defense..." Derenzis@andrewbcrisp glowers. "The Tethys wasn't so lucky." Derenzis@andrewbcrisp shakes her head, as if to dispel the memories. Alistair Nimitz@natthaan nods "Well, the importiant thing is we are still here, and the Borg were defeated." Crystyl@crystyll | Keelah nods, "True enough" Crystyl@crystyll: "And what's this... why I do believe Jexala has done it while Essex was tangled up around the impulse reactor!" Keliaya@anncarise: "Seems Katie is catching up, along with Sepuk..." Crystyl@crystyll: "It's definitely going to be a photo finish for 2nd place!" Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "Don't think I'll be mentioning the results of this race to my staff. Mondet would have a field day." Keliaya@anncarise: "Yes! Essex made second! And Katie's right behind him!" Crystyl@crystyll cheers, "Congratulations both! See Katie, I knew you wouldn't let our team down!" Keliaya@anncarise: "More or less the order I predicted...just not Jex in the lead! She chuckles." Keliaya@anncarise: "We definitely need to hire her for damage control..." Crystyl@crystyll | Essex clickclicks, "If it hadn't been for that Klingon..." Crystyl@crystyll: "Well there you have it folks, your friendly local barmaid seems to know the ship better than anyone, come on you winners; get yourselves up here!" Crystyl@crystyll FX | The 5 racers all line up on the makeshift podium behind Crystyl while their team & friends cheer Derenzis@andrewbcrisp sighs, resigned but amused. "I was certain that both Vulcan memory and speed would have been decisive," she says to Nimitz. Crystyl@crystyll | Keelah leans over with a smirk, "I would have like to have thought so too. But alas, it's no substitute for familiarity it seems!" Alistair Nimitz@natthaan: "Maybe they turned up the grav plates." Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "Definitely not mentioning this to Mondet!" Crystyl@crystyll turns and presents each of them with a cheesy little race trophy Derenzis@andrewbcrisp claps as the trophies are presented. Keliaya@anncarise joins in the applause. Alistair Nimitz@natthaan claps as well Crystyl@crystyll: "Congratulations, all of you!" she steps back joining in the applause as they all take a bow Crystyl@crystyll: "Alright go on then, get back to your tables before the fame goes to your heads!" she laughs Crystyl@crystyll turns to the crowd, "Well folks, there you have it! Lesson of the day; never underestimate your civilian staff! We hope you enjoyed the show, and keep your eyes on the internal mail for news of + Crystyl@crystyll: + further such 'mandatory fun' exercises! For now though, the mess hall is ours and refreshments are on! So take your time and enjoy the occassion. Thank you everyone for joining in, be it as a racer+ Crystyl@crystyll: catcher, or simply a spectator!" Keliaya@anncarise: "Thank you for the idea and organizing it all, Crystyl!" Crystyl@crystyll | Keelah calls over from the back, "Or the event organizer!" she smiles, nodding to Crystyl with the recognition Alistair Nimitz@natthaan leans back in his chair Derenzis@andrewbcrisp stands and stretches. "Well, that worked up a thirst." She looked at Nimitz and Keelah. "You two want anything? I'm buying." Crystyl@crystyll | Keelah smiles, "I won't say no to a spiced tea, thank you. But don't let my staff go charging you for it now!" she chuckles Derenzis@andrewbcrisp nods Crystyl@crystyll finally settles into a seat at Kelly's table, "So... Essex did you proud?" she grins Derenzis@andrewbcrisp says to the bartender. "A spiced tea, a green tea with two sugars and..." She looks back at Nimitz. "Anything for you?" Alistair Nimitz@natthaan looks to Derenzis "Can one get a long island iced tea around here?" Keliaya@anncarise: "That he did! Jex definitely surprised me, and by the look of everyone watching, the whole ship..." Crystyl@crystyll FX | Jexala made short work of shoving the makeshift podium to one side and getting the bar up and running, "Coming right up!" Derenzis@andrewbcrisp nods. "...and one Island iced tea." Crystyl@crystyll: "I still say you'd have given her a run for her money" Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "Thanks. And congratulations, by the way." Keliaya@anncarise: "I'll have to try and race her next time..." Crystyl@crystyll | Jex beams happier than usual, "Thank you! I honestly didn't think I'd get so lucky!" Alistair Nimitz@natthaan nods to Jax as well Crystyl@crystyll: "Still..." she looks around with a satisfied smile, "...I'd call that a successful experiment!" Keliaya@anncarise: "It definitely was! Great bonding experience, and great fun too!" Crystyl@crystyll | Jex presents the ordered drinks a short while later, "There you go Captains, enjoy!" Alistair Nimitz@natthaan nods in thanks as he takes his drink Derenzis@andrewbcrisp picks up the other two drinks. "Thank you very much." Derenzis@andrewbcrisp turns to Keelah. Crystyl@crystyll | Keelah catches the pair on their return to the table, welcoming her drink before sitting to join them Derenzis@andrewbcrisp hands over the spiced tea and sits down. Derenzis@andrewbcrisp takes a sip. "So... think this little race might work on the Pegasus?" Crystyl@crystyll: "Hopefully the first of many! I'll have to get to thinking up some different ideas to keep people on their toes!" Alistair Nimitz@natthaan: "I don't know... Pegasus isn't as long as the VF is... but she is taller.." Keliaya@anncarise: "What else can we do with the ship...let's see..." Keliaya@anncarise: "There was that big holo-adventure the Captain organized a while back, but you can do just about anything with the holodeck." Alistair Nimitz@natthaan: "Besides, I have a hard enough time with the pilots finding ways of keeping themselves entertained." Keliaya@anncarise: "Maybe one of those item hunt games around the ship?" Crystyl@crystyll: "Ooh, that could be an interesting one!" Keliaya@anncarise: "You know the ones I'm talking about, popular amoung children? Or just...people hiding and others looking for them. That's another one!" Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "I'm not sure about trying this on the Shackleton just yet." Crystyl@crystyll: "Hmm... finding people might be a bit easy though when we can just ask the computer" she chuckles Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "For one thing, most of my crew have been crawling around the accessways in the past week to be sick of them." Crystyl@crystyll: "But maybe... hmmm, yes! A breadcrumb trail!" Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "If I suggested they race in them, I might have a mutiny," she says with a chuckle. Crystyl@crystyll | Keelah chuckles at Derenzis, "Well at least they'd all know the routes well enough to be in a with a fair chance" Alistair Nimitz@natthaan chuckles as he takes a sip of his drink "Mhmm.. the Pegasus is sort of the same way.. she's spent more then half her life time in service in the yards being repaired." Keliaya@anncarise chuckles, "True, we didn't have a ship computer as kids..." Keliaya@anncarise: "Maybe we could also have a design competition. More engineering-specific, but teams building something like a crawler drone, and then racing those." Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "Hah. Probably a few months down the road, once we've had a chance to put the bugs to bed and see what the Shackleton can really do." Crystyl@crystyll: "Another good idea!" Crystyl@crystyll: | Keelah: "Teething problems?" Derenzis@andrewbcrisp looks to Keelah with a tired smile. "Oh yes." Alistair Nimitz@natthaan nods "I remenber some of the teething problems back when I was in command of the Hyperion.. the holosystem was on the fritz a lot." Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "Hopefully the safety protocols were intact?" Crystyl@crystyll | Keelah smiles sympathetically, "Well if I can be of any assistance while we're around, you just let me know. It certainly wouldn't be the first ship I had to get spaceworthy in the field!" Alistair Nimitz@natthaan: "Well, it was testing the idea of having holographic crewmen." Keliaya@anncarise: "There's also those board games I was talking about with Mia a while back..." Alistair Nimitz@natthaan: "The experiment didn't last very long, so she was recalled and had all her systems reset for normal service." Crystyl@crystyll: "True, but I think those are more of a fun pastime. I'm more looking for teambuilding exercises and the like really" Crystyl@crystyll: "The treasure hunt is certainly a winner, and the drone building can work too!" Keliaya@anncarise: "Yeah, most of these games like chess and strategema are one on one." Derenzis@andrewbcrisp nods to Keelah. "Thank you. Between you and Captain Nimitz, I'm sure we'll get the Shackleton into shape." Crystyl@crystyll | Keelah smiles, looking around the room thoughtfully a moment, "You know, when this old girl first came to me she was fresh out of a major refit and in such a state in engineering terms that they + Crystyl@crystyll: + barely managed to get her out here without collapsing the warp field!" Alistair Nimitz@natthaan: "Well, that reminds me, I've managed to shake two engineering teams loose for you, they will be ready to join your people by the end of Gamma shift tonight." Derenzis@andrewbcrisp grins. "That's excellent news. I'll let Zarsa know; she'll be glad to see some people from home." Alistair Nimitz@natthaan: "She's welcome to hang around Pegasus when ever she's feeling homesick." Crystyl@crystyll: "But enough about work stuff. Tell me, did you get to visit Legia IX while we were stopped over in the system?" Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "I'll be sure to tell her." Keliaya@anncarise: "I did! I was mostly showing our guests around the ship, but I made sure to stop by planetside and grab more of their drinks while I was there," she smirks. Crystyl@crystyll: "Ooh that fancy nano-stuff of theirs? I tried some while visiting the capital and it was very... odd. Good, but... odd!" she laughs Derenzis@andrewbcrisp says to Keelah. "For us, it's a collision of old designs and new ideas. Our biggest issues are with our phasers and warp drive, but we can at least get a decent cruising speed." Keliaya@anncarise laughs, "It's certainly unique, but very good! I do enjoy it quite a bit!" Crystyl@crystyll | Keelah nods, "Well warp drives are my speciality so by all means send over your specs and I'll happily take a look" Derenzis@andrewbcrisp sighs. "Sadly, any time we get past Warp 8.7 performance drops, and we can forget about using transwarp. The drive crashes every time we try." Alistair Nimitz@natthaan: "Phasers are my speciality as well." Derenzis@andrewbcrisp nods. "With the phasers, it's a two pronged problem. Our targetting systems won't get past 80% effectiveness, and our power output drops if we have to engage all the arrays at once." Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "Zarsa will provide your teams with the details, as well as the solutions we tried." Crystyl@crystyll: "This was my first time visiting the place, and it did not disappoint!" Crystyl@crystyll: "But you say you were giving a tour for the Ambassador?" gives an impressed whistle, "Go you!" Keliaya@anncarise: "Oh yes, Legia has more than unique drinks! I have a habit of collecting interesting beverages I come across my travels, but the planet and architecture's stunning as well!" Alistair Nimitz@natthaan: "Hmm, well I'd be happy to try a few tricks I've learned over the years." Keliaya@anncarise: "And it was just a tour around the ship, like showing you around when you came on board! Nothing too special!" Derenzis@andrewbcrisp says to Keelah. "We can certainly use any warp expertize. I'll tell Lieutenant Voyrays to send you the details." Keliaya@anncarise: "Done things like that many times!" Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: *expertise Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "Thank you Captain Nimitz." Crystyl@crystyll: "Yeah but showing a new crewman around is a far cry from showing things off to a visiting dignitary!" Crystyl@crystyll | Keelah smiles softly, "I... actually genuinely do look forward to giving them a look over. Since all my time here is on the bridge now, and with the Forge's engines in Kelly's safe hands I seldom + Crystyl@crystyll: + find good cause to play with the warp cores any more!" Keliaya@anncarise: "The Olelian ones were on good terms with the Captain, so it felt more like showing her old friends around than a formal foreign visit. I showed Jenni around too, and she was also the first person - Keliaya@anncarise: - to visit from Forged Earth." Alistair Nimitz@natthaan: "Most of my tricks arn't exactly Starfleety in nature.. just warning you." *Smirks slightly as he drinks from his glass.* Crystyl@crystyll: "Aah, but she was also joining the crew!" Derenzis@andrewbcrisp takes another sip. "Consider me warned," she says with a smile. Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "Now that's sorted, do you mind a personal question? Strictly for my curiosity." Derenzis@andrewbcrisp nods in thanks to Keelah. Alistair Nimitz@natthaan nods "Shoot... just not literally." *Smirks again* Keliaya@anncarise: "I suppose so! I am still rather new to all the diplomatic situations, haven't been in many of them before I made Chief." Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "I'm curious about your name. How does a Romulan get the name of Alistair?" Keliaya@anncarise: "Having the Ambassador already knowing the captain is a good way to ease into things, I think!" Derenzis@andrewbcrisp pauses. "If that's not out of bounds," she adds ruefully. Crystyl@crystyll: "Definitely, you're lucky for the opportunity! I'd have tagged along myself, but we were right in the middle of Essex' run at the time" Alistair Nimitz@natthaan chuckles "No, it's fine... actually that's the first time anyone has actually asked me that, most want to know how I got the name Nimitz." Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "I figured they came as a set." Crystyl@crystyll | Keelah looks between the pair, happily sipping her tea as she listens Keliaya@anncarise: "With you organizing all these great events, I wouldn't be surprised if the Captain decided to get you to organize some diplomatic gathering down the line!" she chuckles. Keliaya@anncarise: "Anyways, I should start preparing for my duty shift. Thanks for running this again, Crystyl!" Alistair Nimitz@natthaan: "They do.. I got the name Nimitz first after a series of war games in SFA, the name Alistair just felt like a good name to pair with Nimitz when I changed my name legally after I graduated." Crystyl@crystyll: "Looking forward to the next one, Kelly. Enjoy your shift!" Keliaya@anncarise waves to Crystyl as she heads out, "I'll see you around!" Derenzis@andrewbcrisp hazards a guess. "Nimitz... that was an old Earth General, wasn't he?" Alistair Nimitz@natthaan: "Admiral.. Second Earth World War." Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "Earth history hasn't been one of my strong suits." She shrugs. "Not my home world." Keelah@crystyll: "Where is home for you?" Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "Penthara IV, in Duhbe sector." Keelah@crystyll: "Aah, not one I've ever had the chance to visit" Alistair Nimitz@natthaan: "I can't say I have ether." Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "Well, if you do, stop by Dyson Harbour on the northern continent. Beautiful shores, excellent seafood." Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "Bring warm clothing, though," she adds as an afterthought. Keelah@crystyll smiles, "Duly noted!" Alistair Nimitz@natthaan nods "I do enjoy good seafood." Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "And you, Keelah? Where do you call home?" Keelah@crystyll she hrms, "Technically Vulcan... though I'm not sure I would ever call it home exactly" she chuckles Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "Oh?" Keelah@crystyll: "Suffice to say that my people tend not to view my... sunny disposition as being complementary to the Vulcan way" Derenzis@andrewbcrisp nods. "Ah. I catch your drift." Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "...I think," she adds after a moment's thought. Keelah@crystyll: "Though I am far from being alone as V'tosh Ka'tur, the homeworld tends to be more of a focal point for traditions, regardless of how dogmatic and hypocritical they may be" Keelah@crystyll: "Besides, I was raised more on Starfleet vessels anyway. So this ship is as much home as anywhere these days, especially since the growth of my immediate family" she smiles Alistair Nimitz@natthaan nods as he leans back in his chair. Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: =C= "T'Vrin to Captain Derenzis." Derenzis@andrewbcrisp taps her combadge. "Derenzis here." Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: =C= "Captain, Lieutenant Mondet has finished his calibration of the lateral sensor arrays. I would... appreciate your assistance in evaluating his work." Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "Understood. I'll be right there." Derenzis@andrewbcrisp finishes her tea and stands. Alistair Nimitz@natthaan nods to Derenzis "Life of a Captain never slows down." Keelah@crystyll chuckles, "Indeed" Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "No it doesn't. I guess I have to go wrestle Mondet's ego again." Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "At least his skill with sensors matches his self-image." Keelah@crystyll: "So long, Captain. It was a pleasure meeting you" Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "And you. This has been a wonderful evening. We should meet again like this sometime." Keelah@crystyll: "I look forward to it" she dips her head Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "Captain Nimitz, once again, a pleasure to talk with you." She grins. "We seem to be running into each other a lot." Alistair Nimitz@natthaan smiles "Of course... I get around a lot." Derenzis@andrewbcrisp: "Indeed you do. Well, if you'll excuse me. I believe the transporter room was back that way?" Alistair Nimitz@natthaan: "I should be going as well." Derenzis@andrewbcrisp deposits her empty cup in the replicator and presses "recycle" Keelah@crystyll nods to the pair as they exit, leaning back and deciding which group of NCO's to torment with an impromptu visit to their table

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Personal Log | Crystyl Tyr | Stardate 95224.8

Well, it's a been a few weeks of solid work since I arrived on the Valley Forge. But today it all came to fruition as we brought the crew together to enjoy the culmination of my 'stem to stern' race! It was great seeing so many come together at once, from the Captain down to the humblest of crewman! I think everyone really appreciated the goal of this activity too, and talking with Kelly afterwards I got a few ideas for even more to do in the future!

What a crazy result though today... everyone was so sure that Essex would nail it - myself included admittedly! - but I don't think anyone expected Jexala to pull a victory out of the hat. Ok so, if Essex hadn't have had that misfortune corridor cut and run right into Commander Vrolmacht he almost certainly would have won. But that's the fun of this one after all, completely unpredictable! Anyway, the official race results (so I don't forget!):

1. Jexala (Civvy team)

2. Essex (Engineers)

3. Katie (Ops - woo!)

4. Sepuk (Science)

5. Umji (Counsellors)

As an aside, it was also nice to see that our activity caught the interest of some other CO's from around the fleet. I have to admit; I love the thought that this little idea might catch on and spread - who knows, maybe one day we'll be pitching teams from different ships against each other! Not that I actually know what their overall impression was or anything, but from what I saw they seemed to be enjoying themselves. Captain Keelah certainly seemed to enjoy catching up with them from what I saw!

So the ideas we came up with to expand on for future activities:

• Treasure hunt: Mixed department teams working together to solve a series of clues that will lead them around the ship on a breadcrumb trail of sorts

• Drone challenge: teams are challenged to construct a drone to set guidelines then have them complete a series of challenges