Session Start: Thu Dec 29 19:44:45 2005
Session Ident: #taw
* Logging #taw to 'logs\EsperNet\#taw.20051229.log'
<DeathStar> Session 12
<DeathStar> Stardate: 10-582.4.15
<DeathStar> Location: PAX Station
<Ry`> NRP: *Slaps a 13 on there*
<DeathStar> 6* Warren, Xanatos, and Kane stand in full military dress in the hanger while the Erusia shuttle begins to dock in the hanger, carrying onboard their latest diplomat and emissary all in one. He stands at attention, looking healthier than he has all year since the incident with Venerator.
* Xanatos`Durran stands beside Warren, arms behind his back and a custom designed eyepatch to match his uniform. Kane is beside him, in suit, looking less timid than when we last left him.
<Shiva> NRP: He's still a pervert.
<Shiva> NRP: And I'll expose him!
<Ry`> 2Ry stepped out first as usually, so if anyone took a shot..it would be him that taking it. Blue eyes glanced torward the 3 standing at attention silently, as light blue hair settled on his back. He waited for the diplomat to disembark afterwards, anyone with a brain could already tell he hated this job.
<Shiva> NRP: AHHH!
* Arhn then steps off of the shuttle, hair and dress styled elaborately and hands folded before herself. She steps forward past Ryo to the waiting delegation from PAX.
* Shiva steps into the hanger, wearing a silk blue dress with black mixed inbetween, her hair is tied in with two chopsticks. She slowly makes her way towards the 3 Security Personel, her eyes fixated on the two new comers.
<DeathStar> 6* Warren steps forward, nodding his head slightly. "Ambassador Arhnya, welcome to the PAX Station. It is our regret that Lt. Commander McCormick is not here to meet you personally, but some business came up. However, I have followed her instructions on how you wanted your quarters prepared for you and your honor guard."
<Arhn> I am certain that we will be satisfied with the accomodations and appreciate your hospitality. We look forward to an understanding.
* Shiva slides in behind Warren and Xanatos, she looks over their shoulders at the two, studying Arhn and Ry
<DeathStar> 6* Warren nods. "I am Captain Warren Carmichael and I run the security operations on the station and for the team. If there is anything you need relating to security, I will do my best to comply." 6He turns to look at Shiva, almost as if he expected her to pop up. "Ambassador Arhnya, this is our emissary from the Cartel, Shiva Sevintes. I imagine you two will have a lot of knowledge you wish to share between you two."
* Shiva a giant smile appears on her face and she faces at Arhnya.
<Arhn> Greetings Emissary Shiva Sevintes. We have much to discuss in the future.
<Ry`> 2Crossed his arms over his chest, silently listening to the happenings once again.
<Shiva> You can just call me Shiva dear.
* DeathStar patiently waits for Shiva to start an intergalactic war with her manners.
<DeathStar> NRP: Warren did that
<Arhn> Protocol dictates otherwise, I fear. Captain, my protector will need to be briefed on your security, of course.
* Shiva she pushes her self between Xanatos and Warren and reaches her hand out to shake Arhn's
<DeathStar> <Warren> I will so immediately. 6He eyes Shiva with exasperation.
<Arhn> Errrrrr? *seems a bit taken aback by Shiva's gesture*
* Xanatos`Durran just moves his eye to look at Shiva. He sighs.
* `Kane looks at Shiva, then to Warren. He just straitens back up, trying to seem like this is normal.
<DeathStar> 6* Warren turns to look at Kio, preferring to deal with security such as himself. "Allow me to give you a map and basic clearance codes now, so you can enter the security station when you need to contact us." 6He pulls out a datachip, holding it out to Kio.
<Shiva> It's ok, it's a sign of respect to shake another's hand.
<Shiva> NRP: Kio, or Ry?
<`Kane> NRP: Ry....
<`Kane> NRP: haha.
<DeathStar> NRP: Ry. Oy, Jesus
<Ry`> NRP: Lol
<Shiva> *she stands there with her hand extended*
<Arhn> It is not our custom. However, I am open to new experiences. *takes Shiva's hand*
<Ry`> 2He takes it slowly, looking at it a little oddly. Ry slides it into his datepad he recieved for the job. A silent nod was exchanged acknowledging Warren.
<DeathStar> <Warren> I set your quarters near your ambassador's so that you can deal with threats more quickly and appropriately.
* Shiva let's go of Arhn's hand, she smiles briefly then steps back
<Ry`> 2His first thought? Arhn coming over to his quarters and nagging the hell out of him. But he contained the scowl, and stare directly into Warren's eyes. 14"And what shall I be dealing with threats with?" 2Ry said in a low, strained voice.
* Arhn casts a disapproving glance at Ry, gatching the inflections in his voice.
<Ry`> 2Actually that's him struggling to speak basic :P
<Xanatos`Durran> NRP: Ahem.
<DeathStar> <Warren> I assume you mean weapons? Stop by the security office after you're settled in and we'll go over weapons and see what accomodations we can do for you. 6He says evenly, not showing any signs of emotion. He seems calmer now when dealing with people.
* Shiva she hops around, facing Ry eyeing him carefully.
<DeathStar> <Warren> Allow me to show you to your quarters. 6He tells Arhn and Ry. He turns and begins to move through the hanger to the hallway.
<Arhn> Of course, captain. *turns and follows after Warren*
<Ry`> 2Rotates his jaw after the comment, still not used to it. He starts walking behind Warren, looking suspiciously to his surroundings.
* Xanatos`Durran waits for the group to exit the hanger and turns to look at Shiva and Kane. "So, what do you think?"
<DeathStar> 6* Warren walks through the hallway, pointing at a map on the wall. "There are maps all over the station in case you become lost." 6He stops at the elevator, pushing the button to open it, then steps in and waits for them.
* `Kane glances up at the ceiling, "Well, they seem ok..."
<Shiva> Hmmm? *she turns to Xanatos, looking at him*
* Arhn steps into the elevator without a word, glancing at Ry again.
* Xanatos`Durran glances at Kane and looks at Shive. "Do you think they'll cause any problems?"
<Xanatos`Durran> NRP: Shiva.
<Ry`> 2Steps in after Arhn, and immediatly returns the glance of hers. 14"Do you have something you wish to express with me?"
<Shiva> I'm not the security personal, how would I ever know? But if I were to make an educated guess...from the few minutes I've seen them, they're very methodical and by the book.
<Arhn> *spoken in Erusian* I am disappointed that you have not used your time to improve your mastery of the human language.
<DeathStar> 6* Warren taps the button, not looking at the two. He cups his hands together, trying to be unintrusive
<Ry`> 2Switches back to his own language. 14"I've never been that great at learning languages..it's one of my downfalls. I used most of my time to learn the language...however I am not comfortable speaking it yet. I never needed to use it."
* Shiva crosses her arms, pushing up her cleavage as she does so, she looks at Xanatos, waiting for a response.
* Xanatos`Durran smirks, "Seems so..." He just leaves it at that. He glances around. "Kane, i'm going to return to the security station, you're free for the evening." With that, he walks off.
<DeathStar> NRP: <Xanatos> Your...uh...cleaveage is very nice
<Shiva> *she turns looking at Kane* So you're his maid now I assume?
<Arhn> *Erusian* Very well then. But do not do anything to undemrine my efforts here.
<DeathStar> 6* The elevator doors open and Warren steps out of the elevator, patiently waiting in the hallway for them to finish.
* `Kane watches him leave and looks over at Shiva. "Ummm no....I think he ment I was off duty now..." He rubs his shoulder. "Umm, how has PAX been treating you Miss Shiva?"
* Arhn then goes silent and steps off of the elevator.
* Shiva begins to smile a little devishly. 1"It's quite...drab if you will"
<Ry`> 14"Oh please, I'm just here to do my job..the faster you get done..the faster I can go home..to where my work is appreciated" 2Ry once again followed Warren
<`Kane> D..drab? Ummm, how so?
* Shiva reaches up dragging her hand under Kane's chin. 1"No excitement my dear."
<Arhn> *Erusian* And if you work agaisnt me, you will not be welcome in your mother's own home. *quickens her pace just a bit*
* `Kane quickly steps back. "Uh...um, well I'm sorry, things have been...slow. Lately."
<Ry`> 14"Unfortunately she lacks a home.." 2He narrows his eyes, wanting to shoot her directly in the back.
<DeathStar> 6* Warren patiently follows after Arhn and stops in front of two sets of quarters. "This is the floor for the diplomats and security staff only. Everyone's name is beside their doors, so you can find them easily. 6He gestures at the two rooms with their names. "These are your rooms." 6He pulls out the keycards for each room, holding out both to each of them.
* Shiva pulls her hand back, placing it against her own chin, tapping it with her forefinger as she tilts her head.
* `Kane arches a brow. "Is...something the matter?"
<Arhn> Thank you, captain. *extends her hand and takes her keycard from Warren*
<Shiva> Nothing...I'm just thinking. Your awfully nervous...And I don't even see Seraphna around.
<Ry`> 2Takes the keycard, and nods his thanks. Another thought entered him..one that urged him to jam this keycard up her ass and then eject her out of an airlock..methodical indeed. Containing himself, Ry entered his room.
<DeathStar> 6* Warren nods his head politely. "I'll be around if I'm needed. There are comm. units in your rooms, which you can use to talk to anyone." 6He walks back off down the hallway, planning to head to the security offices.
* `Kane rubs the back of his neck. "I...uh...I don't do well...around...well...females." He laughs a little nervously.
* Arhn examines her keycard a moment before using it to gain entry into her quarters.
* Xanatos`Durran waits for Warren to enter the security station, then turns and looks to him. "That honor guard sure seems spiteful.."
* Seraphna steps into the hangar, looking about with a little smirk on her face, having seen her changed position as a promotion.
<Shiva> Well you know Seraphna's no longer has a man in her life, I'm pretty sure she has a huge void that needs filling. Plus she probably needs to get a piece.
<DeathStar> <Warren> They were definitely arguing about something. I'm half-tempted to look up what they were saying.
<Xanatos`Durran> Safety precaution? *he smirks*
* `Kane glances at Sera as she steps in, his eyes widen. "I uhh, think thats out of the question...after well, nevermind."
<DeathStar> <Warren> Indeed. 6He sits at the computer, typing in what they were saying. As he types, he looks at Durran. "I believe our new recruit will be arriving soon. I find it unnerving we don't know the person's name yet."
<Xanatos`Durran> I was meaning to ask you, why on earth wouldn't Earthgov tell us?
<Shiva> What shame...*she walks past Kane, a slight gallop in her step*
* Seraphna spies Kane and smiles, "Heya."
<DeathStar> <Warren> I imagine it might be Cran's doing. Another game, perhaps, with Spade taken out of play.
* `Kane smiles and nods toward Sera. "Evening Miss Cran...umm, how are you?"
<Ry`> 14"Bitch..They could have sent someone..a little nicer" 2He snaps open his door, with an obvious scowl over his face. One look at the map, and off he was to the security office. All the while mumbling sweeting naughties about his diplomat.
<Shiva> Go get her nerdboy. *she walks off into the hallway*
<Xanatos`Durran> Will I need to go retrieve the new recruit once he gets here?
<Seraphna> "Good... I wanted to ask if you could look over the station's computers, including the viehicle ones."
* Arhn sits down behind a provided desk and starts calling up a preview of data available to one of her clearance.
<`Kane> O..of course. Is there a problem?
<DeathStar> <Warren> We both will. 6He finishes typing and gets a translation done up.
* Xanatos`Durran moves over to look at the translation.
* Shiva walks down the hallway, making her way to the cafeteria
<DeathStar> <Warren> They don't seem to like each other. 6He notes.
<Seraphna> "Just after last month, I want to avoid any new virus issues."
* `Kane nods. "I'll get started on the shuttles here. If thats ok with you?"
* Xanatos`Durran reads it and smirks. "Apparently not at all..."
* Ry` stops in front of the office, and attempts to open it if he has clearance. 14"Stuck up little whore..I did not sign on to cradle rich people.."
<DeathStar> 6* Warren glances at the monitors, then turns as the doors open to Ry's clearance. "Welcome, Honor Guard Ry'oskay."
<Seraphna> "Sure... one more thing?"
<Ry`> 2Didn't realize people were standing there, and was immediatly caught mumbling something under his breath. 14"Hello.."
<Ry`> 14"Just call me Ry"
* `Kane glances up. "Yes?"
<Seraphna> "I was wondering... where did you go? I thought you were still on the station the day Spade..."
* Xanatos`Durran turns around and moves over to his desk, he takes a seat and begins to do some paperwork.
<DeathStar> <Warren> Alright, Ry. Are you hear to speak on weapons?
* Shiva steps into the cafeteria and grabs some food, beginning to eat after she sits down
<Ry`> 14"Yes..and a possible stress relief if you have one"
<`Kane> Oh...uhh, well. Spade had removed me from the unit...so I was back on Earth for a while.
<DeathStar> 6* Warren reaches into a pocket and pulls out some asprin, setting them on the desk. "Did you bring any weapons with you from your planet?"
<Seraphna> "Why did he do that?"
<`Kane> Umm well, he...uhh, just did. Should I get started on those shuttles?
<Ry`> 2He takes the bottle, and immediatly pops 6 off the bat. 14"No..I was ordered to use whatever I was issued"
<Seraphna> "Oh yeah, sure."
<DeathStar> <Warren> Well, hold on. 6He walks over to the weapon's shelf, which includes energy swords, plasma handguns and rifles, grenades, and other weaponary
<DeathStar> <Warren> A handgun is standard issue, but you can also carry an energy sword or rifle if you want.
<DeathStar> 6* An EarthGov military shuttle sends in the codes to let the station know it's approaching with their new recruit.
* Xanatos`Durran looks up and gives them clearance. "Our new recruit is here."
* Arhn then makes a note and reaches for the comm unit, signaling Shiva.
<DeathStar> <Warren> Can you handle it? I want to help Ry get whatever weapons he wants.
<Xanatos`Durran> No problem. *he stands and heads out for the hanger*
* `Kane smiles lightly and moves over to the shuttles. "Which would you like me to work on first?"
* Shiva perks up, tapping her comm, which happens to be on in her ear. 1"Yes?"
<Ry`> 2Watches Durran leave. 14"All 3 sound good to me"
<DeathStar> 6* The pilot flies into the hanger way too fast and way too arrogantly, but manages to make a perfect landing. Darien Starr sits in the pilot's seat.
<Seraphna> "How about the main shuttle that we use for missions."
* Xanatos`Durran crosses his arms. Watching Darien.
<DeathStar> <Warren> Then lets get you the best ones. 6He grabs the three weapons, setting them on the table. He checks them out, then holds up the handle. "An energy sword works like this." 6He shows the handle, then clicks a button and an energy blade emerges. He clicks it again and the blade retracts. He sets it down.
<Arhn> Ah, Emissary Shiva, this is Arhn Arhnya. Would you be available to see me in my quarters?
<`Kane> O..ok. *glances at the entering shuttle and Xanatos, then moves into the shuttle.*
<DeathStar> 6* Darien Starr steps off the shuttle, holding up his hands. "I told them this was a bad idea, Xan."
<Shiva> Comm: I would love it. I need to finish my meal first, tho.
<Ry`> 2Picks up the energy blade, and spins it skillfully. In mid spin it activates, as he gets a feel for the blade itself. 14"Pretty light..I like that.." 2Ry deactivated it, and places it down. 14"I am adept at Duel styles myself.."
* Seraphna loks up, seeing Darien, waving.
* Dias has joined #taw
* Dias is now known as Slasher
* Xanatos`Durran arches a brow. "Told who?"
<DeathStar> <Darien Starr> High Command. You see, it's... 6He stops, turning back as the other person begins to emerge.
<Arhn> *Comm* Of course. I will be waiting.
* Slasher steps off the shuttle, his hair slightly longer than it was when he was last here, he's wearing a military uniform but it's not kept straight.
* Xanatos`Durran takes a step back. "Darien...you better just take him back. All hell will break loose if you don't."
* `Kane steps over to the shuttles console and powers it up, he waits a moment for it to load up.
<DeathStar> <Darien Starr> I can't. He's been permenately assigned to your unit as security. Though I imagine Warren can keep him off active duty if he wants. But he's here and there's nothing anyone can do about it. It seems his memory is completely gone, and he's learned so much in the last month in prison, that he's astounded everyone.
* Slasher looks at Xanatos, his posture changes to a very timid stance, and he begins to scratch the backside of his right arm, a sign of nervousness.
* Xanatos`Durran sighs and rubs his face. "Oh god..."
<Xanatos`Durran> Do you know what you did? *he looks to Slasher*
<DeathStar> 6* Darien stands there awkwardly, obviously not happy about having to do this.
<Slasher> *looks up at Xanatos* I've been informed, yes. They even forced me to watch the surveilence tapes to drill it into my head.
<DeathStar> <Warren> Well, we need someone good with swords. Most of us are gun oriented. Except Lt. Commander McCormick.
<Xanatos`Durran> And how do you feel about this?
<Slasher> How do you think I feel? They're putting me in a place where everyone hates me. I atleast had soap on a rope in Prison.
* `Kane nows gets to work, running a diagnostic on the system.
<Ry`> 14"I'll take two of them..and I guess a pistol or two. But McCormick..Katrina, the Diplomat who met us a month ago?"
<DeathStar> <Warren> Yes, she would be the one. 6He begins to check out the weapons, assigning Ry the ones he wants.
* Xanatos`Durran frowns and then pulls out his Comm, "Warren, our new recruit is here. But before I bring him to the Security office. I suggest you take a look into the monitor."
<Ry`> 14'Well she was nice, I wish Arhn could be moderately like her." 2He straps his weapons on.
* Shiva finishes her meal and stands up, putting her plates away. She then begins to make her way to Arhn's room.
<DeathStar> <Warren> I take it you don't care for your assignment. 6He says, turning to look at the monitors and suddenly becomes rigid, his face draining of color and his knuckles turning white as he balls them into fists.
<Slasher> Has Ariel aweoke yet?
* Xanatos`Durran shakes his head.
<Ry`> 2Looks at the Monitor. 14"I do, just not for her. Imagine the..royalty of your world. The arrogance, the threats, and you got Arhn."
<Xanatos`Durran> No. And I don't think she will.
<DeathStar> 6* Warren lets off some colorful curses and grabs his comm. "Is this some sort of joke?"
* Seraphna yawns after a little while, checking some sheets she heads to the security office.
* Arhn is waiting for Shiva, of course.
<Xanatos`Durran> Comm: Issue from high command. Apparently he is reformed.
<Slasher> *a look of remorse appears on his face, he turns into the shuttle, grabbing a small bag, he re-emerges*
<Ry`> 14"Old Acquantance I take it?"
* Shiva stops out infront of Arhn's room and knocks on it
<DeathStar> 6* Darien looks at Slasher, then shakes his head. "I don't envy you at all." 6He tells him somewhat sympathically, getting onto the shuttle.
* Arhn reaches over and presses the button to open the door for Shiva.
<DeathStar> <Warren> That man was a traitor and singlehandedly almost killed us all.
<Ry`> 14"Then why isn't he dead?"
<DeathStar> 6* Warren clicks his comm. "Give him his old quarters and put him under house arrest. I'll think of what I want to do with him later." 6He clicks off his comm. "He suffered severe memory loss. I suppose the government decided they couldn't kill someone who didn't remember the crime."
<Slasher> Thanks for the vote of confidence...
<DeathStar> 6* Warren lets out a chinese curse.
* Xanatos`Durran sighs and motions to Slasher. "Come'on."
<Xanatos`Durran> See you later Darien.
<Ry`> 14"I see..quite a forgiving world you have"
* Seraphna "knocks" on the secuirty offices door.
<DeathStar> 6* Darien nods to Durran, waving at him. He lifts the shuttle up and flies off.
<Ry`> 2Holds out the bottle of aspirin for Warren.
* Shiva steps inside. 1"You wanted to talk?"
<DeathStar> <Warren> Too forgiving. 6He takes the asprin back, popping two pills. Then he taps a button to open the door for Sera. "Miss Cran?"
* Slasher follows behind him, studying everything as he walks follows.
<Arhn> Yes, please. Do be seated. We will be working together from now on, afterall.
<Shiva> You're quite...Methodical. *she leans against the wall*
* Xanatos`Durran moves down the hall, making his way for Slasher's quarters.
* Seraphna smiles, handing Warren a stack of sheets. "This is the inventory report, sorry it's a little late but all thsoe spare parts they sent us..."
<Ry`> 2Looks around torward Seraphna, and political nods.
<Shiva> New to basic no doubt.
<Arhn> I am here as a diplomat. I cannot afford to be anything less.
<DeathStar> 6* Warren takes the paperwork, glancing at it. "You've done fine, Sera. I'll be sure to go over this as soon as I can."
* Seraphna smiles to the new recuit, giving him a nod.
<Shiva> This is true, but you'll find it's nice to cut back and relax a little.
<Slasher> You're not happy with this are you.
<Seraphna> "Thanks a lot Warren. Any word on a mission yet? I'd like to get a shuttle prepped ahead of time for once."
* Xanatos`Durran stops outside of Slasher's old quarters and opens the door. "You'll be locked in at all times, someone will bring you a meal three times a day." He steps back and looks at Slasher. "You may not remember it, but you still did it, so of course i'm not going to be happy about this."
<Arhn> I can relax quite well, I simply wish to have the business out of our way first. Then we can get on to drinks and first names, hmmm?
<DeathStar> <Warren> I haven't heard anything from Katrina yet about a mission. I imagine right now she's more interested in helping to heal our team before she sends us anywhere. 6He notes, cupping his hands together. "And with Winters back, I doubt that'll be any time soon."
<Ry`> *politely*
* Seraphna bristles a little, "...He's BACK?"
<DeathStar> <Warren> Yes.
<Slasher> I see...*he steps into his room, looking around and taking it in*
<Shiva> Then let's get on with the business.
<Ry`> 2Stares between the pair with that inquisitive gaze. 14"If you don't like him so..why not set a grenade in his room, and call it an accident?"
<Xanatos`Durran> Though since everyone else will probably give you a hell of a time. I wont be so accusative. Alright?
<Seraphna> "After he helped kill Vennie... they let him even THINK about this station again?"
* Seraphna looks like she's sure he's joking.
<DeathStar> <Warren> As much as some of us would like to, I feel if we kill him, PAX would lose vital support from High Command and we would shut down.
<Arhn> Please, tell me about the Cartel that you represent. My expousure thus far has been to the humans alone.
<Ry`> 14"I see.."
<Slasher> ...*he turns his head to Xanatos* Something tell's me otherwise.
* Xanatos`Durran moves over to the control panel and shuts the door. Locking it. And turns and makes his way for the security office.
<Shiva> Well...The Cartel is a group of planets within my solar system that work together to improve technology and to increase business.
<Ry`> 14"Well I would be willing to do it..but I'm sure Arhn wouldn't be too happy about that"
<DeathStar> <Warren> I appreciate the offer. 6He notes to Ry. "We'll deal with him, though. I'll personally kill him if he attempts to do anything suspicious."
* Slasher tosses his bag onto his bed and opens it, he then dumps out all of it's contents onto the bed. All of which are books.
* Xanatos`Durran steps up to Sera and nods to her. "Evening Serena." He steps past her and moves over to his desk. "He is locked in, I assured him that he'll get his meals..."
<Arhn> What sort of technologies and business interests?
* Slasher then reaches down picking up one of his books, he sits on the bed, resting against the wall and begins to read, turning through the pages at a rather fast pace
<DeathStar> <Warren> We can't be barbaric. 6He notes wryly.
* `Kane moves onto another shuttle after finishing the main one.
<Shiva> Technologies, you could say we're conesseurs of it.
<Ry`> 2Sits down in an available seat. He really had nothing to do..he was alien to this spaceship, so he had no way to find recreation for himself.
* `Kane sighs and returns to his files.
<`Kane> NRP: No1
<Shiva> Ships, Shuttles, Gears, Mechs, Medical, Personal stuff...HoloVids...stuff like that.
* Xanatos`Durran sighs and returns to his files.
<Arhn> My curiousity is still unsated. Hav eyou any specific examples?
<Shiva> And with business, any business is good business.
<DeathStar> 6* Warren sits there, obviously thinking about what to do with Slasher.
<Shiva> We love Trade, we can either buy and sell for a company or individual or we can transport.
<DeathStar> 6* Another shuttle arrives, one of PAX's own shuttles.
<DeathStar> 6* The codes are sent in - it's Katrina McCormick.
<Xanatos`Durran> We can't keep him locked up forever....and Katrina is here.
<DeathStar> <Warren> I refuse to put him on active duty.
<Arhn> I would like to hear more about your business, of course. We have been insular for long enough, I think. Perhaps branching out through trade may help in the long term.
<Xanatos`Durran> I don't blame you. *he stands* I'm going to go welcome Katrina.
* Xanatos`Durran exits the security office.
<DeathStar> 6* Warren watches Durran go, noting it's been a month since Durran's seen Kat.
<Ry`> 14"Could always make him clean the bathrooms.."
<Shiva> Oh it does. We can help open vast trade routes with your planet. We'll start slow of course so your economy isn't overwhelmed and caught unprepared. We usually charge a normal 20% fee but since your an alliance member the fee drops down to about 5%.
<DeathStar> 6* Warren considers the idea, turning to look at Seraphna. "Lt. Cran, your mechanic duties also include maintence, which includes cleaning, right?"
* Xanatos`Durran slowly steps into the hanger. Standing in front of the shuttle.
<Arhn> Planets. We have a thriving civilization across several star systems in a local cluster.
<Shiva> Planets, sorry. Even better.
* `Kane finishes up with the shuttles and moves onto the gears and fighters.
<DeathStar> 6* Katrina McCormick walks down the platform, her hair in a ponytail and wearing a diplomatic uniform. She looks more regal than she did when she was just a counselor and seems to be trying to take herself more seriously. She nods to the pilot as he takes her bags to her quarters. Turning, Katrina comes face teo face with Xanatos. "Hello, Xanatos. It's good to see you."
<Arhn> I should like to note that we are not in a position to be taken advantage of.
* Xanatos`Durran smiles softly. "You too. You look good."
* Seraphna nods to Warren, "That it does."
<Seraphna> "Well... more ASSIGNING the cleaning crews."
<DeathStar> <Warren> I'm putting him on your staff, then. Slasher's your responsbility - put him to work where he's needed, which is out of my way."
<Shiva> We're strictly business. It's never in our best interest to take advantage of anyone.
<Shiva> You'll find that the Cartel can be very accommodating to our allies.
<Arhn> Good then. We should get along famously. *rises from her chair*
<DeathStar> <Katrina> It feels like it's been forever since I've been here. 6She notes, moving along the hanger toward the hallway.
* Xanatos`Durran turns to walk with her. "Its been a while. You seem a lot more professional. Congratulations on your new position."
<DeathStar> <Katrina> Well, it's not what I trained for, but I do not believe that High Command thinks having a new diplomat assigned here will be a good idea, after what happened with Spade. So, here I am. 6She notes with a slight shrug, her voice certainly not pleased. She seems resigned. "I hear you've been doing better with your piloting."
<Ry`> 2Listens to them converse between each other.
* Xanatos`Durran nods frowning. "Its taken a lot of work...still not up to what I used to be. Getting over the lack of depth perception is still a challenge....I uhh mostly fly using sensors now."
* Slasher tosses the book to the side of his bed after finishing it. He then reaches forward grabbing another book, this one a little thicker
<DeathStar> 6* Warren turns to look at Kio. "Since there's no paperwork for you to do, I imagine you'll need something to do to pass the time. We have a lounge with a holovid, though I do not know if it would be entertaining. We have a cafeteria with food. And we do have a training area to mediate, or practice your gun and sword skills."
<Slasher> NRP: Kio again?
<Ry`> NRP: I love it, Ds is so used to calling me Kio
<DeathStar> NRP: ARGH.
* Seraphna hmmms, assigning Slasher on Janitorial duties.
<DeathStar> NRP: I'm forcing you to change your name back to Kio
<Arhn> Now, have you any questions for me?
<Shiva> What does your planet specialize in?
* `Kane finishes and moves over to the hanger console, beginning to run a diagnostic check on the entire system.
<DeathStar> <Katrina> I'm sure you'll become even better than you were before. 6She notes as she walks to the diplomatic offices.
* Xanatos`Durran chuckles and looks ahead. "It's good to have you back. But I figure I should be the first to tell you. We have a bit of a problem."
<DeathStar> <Katrina> What sort of problem? 6She asks him as she steps into the offices, glancing at her office, which already has all her stuff moved in - the chief diplomatic office.
<Xanatos`Durran> Our new security recruit...is Lt. Winters. We already have him under house arrest and Warren is thinking of what to do with him. I think I even heard something like Janitorial duty.
<Arhn> Now that's an itneresting question. The Ascendancy's worlds all have their own trade goods, of course. My own world was a special case, though I held the title of Majestrix on another world as well. In that case, a great deal of culture was produced as well as considerable ship construction.
<DeathStar> 6* Katrina pauses outside her office, her face almost blank. "Is that..so?" 6She asks softly.
<Shiva> So you have a small fleet then?
* Xanatos`Durran sighs and nods. "Do you have any idea why the High Command is doing this to us?"
<Arhn> We have what we need.
<DeathStar> <Katrina> I'll ask. 6She says, her face clearing back up and turning to look at Durran. "Maybe I can convince them to take him back."
<Ry`> 2Ry scratches his chin, as if considering which of the 3 to do. Holovids he doubted would be fun for just one person, and eating was his likely choice. 14"Anyone hungry?"
* Xanatos`Durran nods, "I hope so....would like some privacy?"
<DeathStar> <Katrina> Yes, please. 6She smiles politely at him. "It's good to see you again."
* Xanatos`Durran nods, "You too." He smiles softly and moves away walking back down the hall. He frowns...she seems, different.
* `Kane finishes and then starts to make a report for Seraphna.
<DeathStar> 6* Katrina sits down at her desk, rubbing her forehead tiredly. She opens her drawer and pulling out her drink and taking a long swallow, as if she needs it to do this job.
* Seraphna knocks on Kat's door.
<DeathStar> NRP: Dear God, how did Sera teleport from the security to the diplomatic office?
<Ry`> NRP: I was wondering that too :X
<DeathStar> NRP: *Warren and Ry watch her knock on a locker. They eye each other wordlessly*
<DeathStar> <Warren> I'll get some food with you.
<Arhn> I will not go into the details, but we have an interest in keeping a border guard active.
<Shiva> Well we can certainly help provide the business required to procure the money to pay for such expenses.
<DeathStar> 6* Warren stands up, filing away the report Sera gave her a moment ago. He moves over to the door, opening it and waiting for Ry.
* Xanatos`Durran walks into the hanger he spots Kane and moves over to him. "Even when you are off-duty you still work...amazing."
<Ry`> 2Nods torward Warren. 14"Alright." 2Ry steps out of the door, and lets his gaze fall upon the map of the facility. He begins to follow the directions torward the cafeteria.
<`Kane> Oh, well Miss Serena asked me to do so, and I had nothing else to do.
<Seraphna> NRP: Mechanical Magic!!!
<DeathStar> 6* Warren begins to walk along with him, not talking much. He would appear he's not a huge talker, and as if he has a lot on his mind.
<DeathStar> NRP: You will WALK
* Seraphna walks to the diplomatic part of the station -.-
<DeathStar> NRP: Better.
* Slasher reaches into his pocket and pulls out a small rubber ball, possible he smuggles it in, he tosses it against the fall wall, it bounces off and makes it way back to his head, his head doesn't turn away from the book as he continues tossing the ball.
<Arhn> Of course, though my interest is primarily in building relationships rather than just mere gain.
* Xanatos`Durran smirks, "I should have known....but you know, she'll find out about....the pictures."
<Shiva> You'll find that money can help build relationships, you just need to know how to use it properly.
<`Kane> W...why would she? *He looks nervous now*
<Shiva> You can't build an palace on sand.
<DeathStar> 6* Katrina hears Seraphna in the offices, and she puts up the bottle in her drawer before she arrives at her office.
* Seraphna knocks politely
<Shiva> NRP: out of sand sorry.
<DeathStar> 6* Warren steps into the cafeteria, which is mostly empty except for some engineers who are planning a party on the colony below the station. Warren moves to the line, getting soup and salad.
<DeathStar> <Katrina> Come on in. 6She says professionally, cupping her hands together on her desk.
<Xanatos`Durran> Look Kane, all she has to do is check the file to see why you were discharged. And I don't believe for a moment that someone gave them to you...." *Xanatos is serious for a change, since this is a icky situation*
<Ry`> 14"It seems you are quite..more alienated then me." 2It was his attempt at trying to socialize and lighten the mood..he doubted it would work however. As Ry reached the line, he stared at the food meant for humans. Confusion lined his face, but he copied Warren with a soup and salad, thinking it was standard issue or something.
<Arhn> Let us become friends first then.
<Shiva> NRP: Icky....
* Seraphna steps in and smiles, "Settled in nice?"
* `Kane frowns and looks down. "I....i...." Kane can't finish his sentence.
<DeathStar> <Warren> Hm. The others would most likely agree with you. 6He notes seriously, moving to a table and setting the tray down.
<DeathStar> <Katrina> Bigger office, better furniture. I'm doing nicely.
<Shiva> That's what I'm hear for.
<DeathStar> NRP: <Kat> Though I think you and Spade had sex on this desk.
<Shiva> To make friends.
<Arhn> Good then. Any other questions?
* Seraphna giggles and smiles, "Yeah... it is... anyways... I was starting to wonder if we were going to have any missions soon? Command might be getting restless without any actual progress.
<Ry`> 2Sits down across from him. 14"I always thought that was an unhealthy quality for a leader to have. How can one follow somebody who preferes not to be open with his allies?"
<Shiva> No...I think I've learned all I need. It will be a pleasure doing business with you.
<DeathStar> <Katrina> I've been considering a few planets.
<Arhn> Then let us socialize now that business is at an end. Do make yourself comfortable. A drink perhaps?
* Xanatos`Durran frowns and pats Kane on the shoulder. "I'm just saying you better prepare for the inevitable." He moves away and walk toward the security office.
<Shiva> I'm used to a drink before business. This is quite out of the norm for me.
<DeathStar> 6* Warren takes his fork, holding it in one hand. "A good point. Trust is an important part for a team to work together. This team, however, was not built on trust."
<Ry`> 14"Then how could it possibly hope to succeed?"
<Seraphna> "Are you okay?"
<DeathStar> 6* Katrina smiles at her reassuringly. "Perfectly fine. I just have a ton of paperwork to do."
* `Kane sighs and finishes up the memo.
<Seraphna> "I see... you've just... been a lot less loose lately... just don't let the job take over, kay?"
<DeathStar> 6* Warren stabs some of the salad with his fork, pausing to consider. "There was a human who said that if you wanted to see who a man really was, you needed to torture him." 6He takes a bite of his salad. "This team was tortured and it's real face shown before you arrived."
<DeathStar> <Katrina> I'll keep that in mind, Serena. I promise.
<Arhn> Ah, my apologies. In my own culture, drinks are saved until after business as a form of recognition of a strengthening relationship.
<Shiva> That's usually how it goes for us too, I just prefer a nice drink before hand to loosen myself up.
* Seraphna smiles, "Wanna do something later? A movie? Just hang out?" *she's clearly been lonely for the past month*
<DeathStar> <Katrina> I'm really busy right now, but as soon as some time frees up, I'll let you know.
* Xanatos`Durran glances down at his growling stomach and redirects himself to head for the cafeteria. He steps inside and grabs a burger and fries. He then moves over to Warren and Ry. He glances at the two and picks up the burger, begging to apply ketchup to it.
<Seraphna> "Oh kay..." *she puts some papers down on Kat's desk almost shamefully* "It's the hangar reports, all the info on what we've got and so forth..."
<DeathStar> <Katrina> I'll be sure to go over this immediately.
<Ry`> 2Puts his own fork into the salad, and takes a bite of it. His face twisted slightly, as if wierded by the taste in his mouth. 14"There was an Erusian who once said, if a team has no loyalty, and a leader who lacks the will to lead them..then that leader is doomed to fall upon one of his own allies swords. Soon after, letting the team fall into a chaos, that will eventually lead to the
<Ry`> 2 collapse of it.
<Seraphna> "It's also got the return recipets for our new toy..."
<Arhn> I see. I'll be right back. *goes to get the drinks*
<DeathStar> <Warren> A wise saying. 6He notes seriously, almost as if it's a bitter truth even for him. His mind flashes to Lt. Winters in his room.
<Shiva> NRP: That Erusian was a smart man.
* Xanatos`Durran at their conversation but keeps his mouth shut, until he bring the burger up to injest it.
<DeathStar> 6* Katrina nods, glancing through the papers;
* Shiva looks around the room, studying it
<Ry`> 14"He was my father, he served in the military. He fell in the line of duty for his allies. I'm sure he wouldn't have had it any other way..if that person died for a team that will fall..then what did he die for?"
* Xanatos`Durran sets down the burger and the begins to munch on some fries, listening to their conversation now. Having an idea what they are talkinig about.
* Arhn has had her room decorated to her specificiations...obviously quite ostentatious with alot of decor done with fluted crystal.
<DeathStar> 6* Warren re-evaluates Ry as he sits there, realizing that perhaps he has more in common with these people than he thought, especially with Ry since he's so different than the ambassador which he serves. "I can tell you know a lot about how things work." 6He says, referring to the way life works instead of the senseless politics.
<DeathStar> <Katrina> Looks like you've done an excellent job as always, Serena. High Command has been talking about you.
* Seraphna blushes and nods, "So I've noticed... I think it had more to do with the Longsword and Destroyer designs though..."
* Arhn then returns herself, holding two crystal glasses and a crystal decanter.
<DeathStar> <Katrina> I'm beginning to think you'll be moving onto bigger jobs before too long. 6She notes with a smile at Sera.
* Shiva reaches out taking one of the glasses
<Ry`> 14"Yes well..I've stared death in the face many times. Politicians like Arhn could never know that feeling..to die for a belief that was so strong. I might not like her..at all, but I believe she can prevent senseless death..and I would gladely give my life for her or anyone else on this team to see that happen"
<DeathStar> <Warren> It is why I joined the team. An old friend once believed in the dream of peace and asked me to come. Now I try to make sure his dream comes true.
<Seraphna> "I guess..." *she looks down* "I really like PAX though..."
<DeathStar> <Katrina> You could do a lot of good doing ship designs. 6She notes.
<Ry`> 14"That is a noble cause. If that is true, then I will gladely see this through" 2He gives a slight smile, before biting wierdly down upon the salad once more.
<Xanatos`Durran> Vennie's death will not have been in vain. *he says simply*
* Arhn hands the glass over and then fills it with a violet liquid.
<Seraphna> "Yeah but... I really wanna see this through you know? So much has happened here and this place is my home..."
<DeathStar> 6* Warren notes the time and suddenly pauses. "Excuse me for my rudeness." 6He stands up, grabbing his tray and putting it up. He hurries off, as if he's about to forget an appointment that he's suppose to keep. Walking through the hallways, he works his way to the medical bay.
<Ry`> 2Nods once, and watches him walk off.
<DeathStar> <Katrina> I know how you feel. 6She pauses, looking at the paperwork. "Well, I better get busy. I'll get in touch with you as soon as I can."
* Xanatos`Durran nods to Ry.
<Xanatos`Durran> NRP: Shit.
<Arhn> I hope you enjoy, Shiva. *moves to pour for herself as well*
* Xanatos`Durran nods to Ry. "Its good to have someone onboard this station that also wants to see this work. Its been tough, and I think that High Command is testing us now."
<DeathStar> 6* Warren walks into the medical bay, passing the various doctors and stops in front of a woman on a bed, not moving. He stands there over her, looking down at her without saying anything.
<Seraphna> "Kay... take some time off though... remember the banes of becoming addicted to the work." *she smiles and heads out, down to the medical bay*
<DeathStar> 6* Katrina glances at her drawer, as if she wants to grab the bottle, but then shakes her head and grabs a pen, doing paperwork.
* Shiva takes a sip. 1"A sweet taste to it. This could sell very well"
<Ry`> 2Looks upon Xanatos, just realizing he was next to him. 14"I wouldn't know much about High command..but I suppose one must go through the ups and downs of everything"
<DeathStar> <Warren> ...
* Seraphna steps into the medical bay, eyeing Warren curiously as she heads over to Ariel's bed.
<DeathStar> 6* Warren stands there, as he does every day since the accident, at this particular time. He doesn't even acknowledge Sera.
<Arhn> "I am glad that you like the taste. I was concerned that it may not suit your palate." *sits down with her own drink*
<DeathStar> NRP: <Arhn> It has the properties of your "acid". 6* Shiva burns to death
<Shiva> I enjoy drinks. *she looks down at her watch* I'm sorry. I must be going. *she bows deeply handing the cup back*
* Xanatos`Durran finishes his burger and fries. "Since you wont have much to do around here I could always use a sparring partner. Ever since this, *taps his eyepatch* I've been adjusting to fighting with only one eye. And since i've only had Kane to practice with, i'm still not back up to my normal level. Also, we have gears, fighters and shuttle for which that you could train on.
* Seraphna looks over Ariel, even unconciously checking to make sure she's comforterable.
<Xanatos`Durran> "
<Arhn> Of course. Do not let me keep you from your business.
<Ry`> 14
* `Kane moves down the hall, walking for Seraphna's officee.
* Shiva she bows her head once more and leaves, heading off to her room.
<Ry`> 14"I've hand extensive training with Gears..and what..if you don't mind me asking is your talents?"
<Ry`> *had*
<DeathStar> 6* A cleaning crew opens Slasher's door. "Hello, Lieutenant. We're here to lead you to your new assignment."
<Ry`> NRP: Thank Ry for that :D
* Seraphna would probably have an office near security, with the other station functions.
<Xanatos`Durran> Oh, right. I'm the pilot around here. I pilot the shuttle on mission and i'm also proficient with gears and fighters. I used to be the best in Earthgov, but not anymore with the loss of my eye. But give me time and i'll be back to normal. I also have skill with a hangun and a saber.
<DeathStar> NRP: <Darien> The best? Okay, time for a match
* `Kane finds it and places the report in a folder on the door. He moves away and heads for his room.
<Ry`> 14"Why not get it replaced through Stim cells or cybernetics?"
<Xanatos`Durran> You know....I really pondered that. But it just seems like the easy way out, i've much prefer doing this the right way. Prove that I can overcome this.
<DeathStar> 6* Warren turns and begins to walk out of the medical bay.
<DeathStar> NRP: And so we draw this session to a close.
<Ry`> 14"Seems like more of a punishment then a test of will"
<Slasher> ...Hmmm? *he looks up from his book, the catching the ball one last time in his hand*
<DeathStar> 6* The cleaning crew wait for him.
* Xanatos`Durran nods, "Maybe i'm punishing myself..."
<DeathStar> 6* Katrina sighs as she files the paperwork.
<DeathStar> 6* Warren walks along the hallway
<DeathStar> Session Ends
Session Close: Thu Dec 29 22:23:00 2005