Session Start: Mon Oct 17 19:19:14 2005
Session Ident: #taw
* Logging #taw to 'logs\EsperNet\#taw.20051017.log'
<Warren`> Stardate: 10-581.10.1
<Warren`> Location: Military Lightcruiser
<Warren`> 6* The old military vessel is moving through space, having just left hyperspace via a jump gate and is currently flying through a nearby system to enter another jump gate which will take them directly to Cienna.
<Warren`> 6* General Venerator is on the bridge, leaving the flying and maintainence to the well-trained crew. He seems to be busying himself with the computers. Captain Carmichael is in the security area of the ship, where the security personnel prep for their missions, and Lt. Katrina McCormick is in her quarters.
* Slasher stands over a table, going through one final weapons check as he waits.
* Seraphna is on the bridge, watching people work
* Slasher begins to dissassemble his rifle as he looks at Captain Carmichael.
* Ariel steps into the security station, having been unusually absent for the first part of the trip.
<Warren`> 6* Venerator turns from his computer checks to look at Seraphna. "Well, hello Serena. What brings you up here?"
<Slasher> What do we all know about the Planet Cienna?
<Warren`> 6* Ariel's computer station is off to the corner, further than the others'. It's locked down and needs her card key to access it.
<Warren`> All the details are on your computers.
<Seraphna> "Just interested in how things work is all."
* Slasher finishes reassembling his rifle and leaves it on his table.
<Warren`> <Venerator> Are you learning anything?
* Warren` places his datapad on the table in front of him, glancing up at his own computer which is turned on.
* Ariel logs into her terminal, checking over the situation reports.
* Slasher pulls out his Card Key and steps over to his terminal, logging onto it to look at the mission details.
<Warren`> 6* As soon as Ariel goes to access her card reader, it begins to spark, then suddenly explodes, sending a very powerful energy shockwave into her body.
<Alicia> <Red_Fox> *rushes over*
<Seraphna> "A lot... didn't knw you needed so much to run a starship..."
<Warren`> What in the... 6He stands up as he eyes the smoking computer. The alarms begin to go off as soon as they pick up the explosion.
* Ariel is thrown across the room, not having an opertunity to properly shield herself from the explosion
<Warren`> <Venerator> Yes, well.. 6He looks up as the alarms go off on the brdge.
* Slasher spins around, as the explosion goes off. 1"Ariel!"
<Alicia> <Red_Fox> *moves to check on Ariel, then realises that she knows nothing of dragoon diagnosis*
* Slasher pushes around his chair and hops over a table, making his way to Ariel.
* Warren` walks over to where Ariel was thrown, kneeling beside her to check her body for the amount of damage sustained.
* Ariel twitches.
<Warren`> 6* Venerator moves to a computer station, seeing the sensor alarm is coming from the Security Station.
* Slasher taps his comm. 1"Lt. Slasher to Medical Bay. We have a wounded personel in the Security Station"
* Ariel seems to have nasty burns... and is bleeding from multiple wounds.
<Warren`> She's fairly damaged. If that had been a normal human, it would have successfully killed them.
* Slasher kneels down beside Ariel, eyeing the wounds.
<Alicia> <Red_Fox> ... shouldn't we at least bind the wounds?
<Warren`> We should wait for the medical doctor to get here.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> *heads over shortly*
<Warren`> <Venerator> Captain Carmichael, what is the situation?
* Warren` grabs his comm., moving off to privately speak with Venerator, leaving the others with Ariel. He seems fairly unconcerned.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> "What happened here?" *looks Ariel over*
* Slasher stands back up and hurries over to a wall with a medickit on it and grabs it, he begins walking back over to Ariel and kneels down, beginning to wrap the wounds
<Slasher> Her station seemed to have shorted, causing an explosion.
* Ariel slowly looks to the others, her eyes seeming to have problems trying to focus.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> *checks for major damage, while binding the wounds
<Alicia> *
* Warren` clicks off his comm., moving over to the station to investigate it.
<Warren`> <Venerator> Continue on course 6He says to the bridge, moving to the exit to make his way to the security station.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> *does what she can for the burns, also*
<Slasher> We need to get her to the Medical Bay.
<Warren`> 6* Venerator arrives at the station moments later, looking concerned. "How is Ariel?"
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> I'm taking her to the medical bay. We've done all we can here.
<Warren`> <Venerator> Of course.
<Slasher> I'm not familiar with Dragoon physiology General Venerator.
<Warren`> <Venerator> I know some about it. Her body will attempt to heal some of the damage on her own, so try not to interfere with anything she does.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> *readies a stretcher* Of course.
* Warren` examines the remains of Ariel's computer station.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> *carefully moves Ariel onto the stretcher, then prepares to lift, with Slasher's help*
* Ariel goes limp after a few moments, and closes her eyes.
* Slasher nods helping Peacemaker lift Ariel up onto the stretcher.
<Seraphna> "COuld... I help out?"
<Warren`> NRP: Sera's not there.
<Seraphna> NRP: ack
<Warren`> NRP: She was left on the bridge.
<Warren`> NRP: If you can't keep uuuup
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> *heads to the medical bay, with Ariel and Slasher*
* Seraphna heads down after a bit to see what all the commotion was about :P
<Warren`> Hmmm. 6He turns from the remains of the computers, laying his hands down on a table.
* Seraphna enters the computer station, looking about at the mess... "What happened here?"
* Warren` scowls as soon as he sees Sera, especially in here.
<Warren`> Is there a problem, Lt. Cran?
<Seraphna> "I was wondering what happened..."
<Warren`> Nothing to be concerned with.
<Seraphna> Seems to be more then a little to be concerned about... there's good machines in pieces all over in here...
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> *continues treating Ariel when she arrives*
<Warren`> .... 6He stands up to his full height, glancing at Sera almost suspiciously.
* Seraphna looks at him oddly
<Seraphna> Did something bad happen?
<Alicia> <Red_Fox> *watches, curious as to just when Seraphna last fixed the vessel*
* Slasher comes walking back into the Security Station. He eyes Sera.
<Alicia> NRP: BTW, WHICH ship was it that Peacemaker saw Sera working on?
<Warren`> NRP: Sera works on shuttles
<Warren`> NRP: Not the light cruiser.
<Slasher> NRP: Yeah, we're not insane you know.
<Warren`> Winters, I want you to hire some technicians to come up here and take a look at the computer. From what I can gather, it was a short in the system.
<Alicia> NRP: Yeah, I thought it was just a shuttle
<Warren`> Probably due to age.
<Slasher> Any specific technicians you had in mind, Sir?
<Warren`> Any will do.
<Warren`> I just want to see if they confirm my observations.
<Warren`> 6* General Venerator moves over to Sera, putting a hand on her shoulder. "It seems there was an accident. Ariel was hurt."
<Slasher> Yes Sir. *moves over to his terminal and begins typing on it*
<Seraphna> "...Ari???"
* Seraphna looks up, "Where is she?"
<Alicia> <Red_Fox> She's being treated.
<Warren`> <Venerator> Medical bay.
<Slasher> They're on their way Sir.
<Warren`> Good.
<Seraphna> Can I go check on her?
<Warren`> <Venerator> Of course.
* Seraphna rushes off towards the medical bay, fear stricken over her face
<Warren`> 6* Venerator's comm. link activates and he answers it. "Yes?" <Bridge Personnel> Sir, we're being approached by some ship which is heading the Cienna system, too. I believe they've detected us and are moving to intercept.
* Slasher watches Seraphna leave.
<Warren`> <Venerator> I see. I'll be right there. 6He clicks off the comm. link, meeting Warren's eyes. "We should go up there and see what we're dealing with. This ship isn't built for battles."
<Warren`> ... indeed. 6He follows Venerator out of the room as the techs arrive.
<Slasher> Do you need me with you Sir?
<Warren`> Entirely up to you, Lieutenant. 6He says on the way out.
* Seraphna rushes into the medical bay, "Ari? Is she okay? Is she hurt?"
* Slasher turns to the techs as they enter. 1"Send the Report to Captain Carmichael when you're done with your check."
* Slasher turns and quickly heads out, making his way to the bridge.
* Warren` arrives on the bridge with Venerator a few minutes later, being trailed by Slasher. As they enter, it becomes obvious some ship is moving to intercept them. It's much bigger than their own ship and it seems to be a battle cruiser for some alien race. In fact, it's one none of them hoped to run into during their tour of duty. It's Tsivrixsh.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> "She will be, and yes, respectively."
* Ariel opens her eyes slowly, glancing towards Sera, without turning her head.
<Slasher> This doesn't bode well.
* Seraphna kneels down near her, "Ari..."
<Warren`> <Venerator> Why are they out in this system? It's not near any of the systems they're currently waging war with.
<Warren`> They're between us and the next jump gate, so hyperspace is out of the question. And we don't have the firepower or shields to take them on in a fight.
<Slasher> Could they have learned of our intentions already?
<Warren`> <Venerator> It's possible they know Earth is making alliances right now. Our treaty with Amoria is no secret and Cienna was next on our proposed list of planets.
<Slasher> It seems to be to coincedental. But that is something we should worry about when we survive this encounter.
* Ariel opens her mouth to say something, but makes no sound, and closes it again.
<Warren`> <Communication Officer> We're being hailed, sir.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> *keeps working*
<Alicia> NRP: Though, my lack of first aid knowledge makes this tougher
<Warren`> <Venerator> If I recall right, the Tsivrixsh only hail in battle in order to offer their enemies an honorable fight to the death. But since we're not in battle, it's a good chance they aren't here to destroy us.
<Seraphna> Is there anything I can do to help Ari?
<Warren`> More than likely they want to identify who we are first. Then destroy us. If it's in their interest.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> *considers the question*
<Slasher> So then we need to make ourselves less like a threat.
<Alicia> NRP: I'm guessing that engineering skills aren't much help?
<Warren`> NRP: I think right now you've done all you can for Ariel and it's just a matter of letting her heal
<Warren`> <Venerator> On screen.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> She just needs time to recover now.
<Warren`> 6* The viewscreen transforms to show the bridge of the Tsivrixsh ship, which is black with green lighting. A bald, blue face appears with glowing red eyes. "Hello, Earth vessel. I greet you in the name of the glorious Tsivrixsh Empire." 6The surprising part is that the Tsivrixsh is speaking perfect English - without a translator.
* Slasher stiffens up, holding his posture perfectly.
<Alicia> <Red_Fox> *heads up to the bridge*
* Warren` shifts his arms subtley, obviously taking note of the strange development.
<Warren`> <Venerator> Hello, Tsivrixsh vessel. My name is General Venerator of the EarthGov Military.
<Seraphna> "O-Okay..."
<Warren`> 6* The Tsivrixsh makes a strange nod gesture, which is hard to describe other than a simple nod. "I have heard of you, General. I am General Xevil of the house X'enth. It is an honor to meet a man of your calibur. I understand that you must be busy with important military matters, but I wish to extend a hand of friendship to you and invite you and some of your crew to dinner aboard my ship."
<Warren`> <Venerator> Of course. We would be delighted to have dinner with the esteemed Tsivrixsh Empire, General Xevil. When shall we arrive?"
<Warren`> <Xevil> Make it... 20 of your minutes. I look forward to speaking with you. 6The communication ends.
* Seraphna sighs and fixes Ari's hair a bit and stands
* Slasher looks over at Venerator and then back to Warren.
<Warren`> I do not like this. It would be dangerous to go over there, sir.
<Slasher> I have to agree Sir. This sounds like a bad idea.
<Alicia> <Red_Fox> We are putting ourselves at their mercy...
<Warren`> <Venerator> I imagine it would be quite dangerous. But if we disrespect the Tsivrixsh Empire directly, we are likely to immediately lead Earth into war with them.
<Slasher> That would lead one to believe he's trying to set us up.
<Alicia> <Red_Fox> And we're PEACEful Allocation with Xenoforms
<Alicia> NRP: Allocution
* Ariel forces herself to sit up slowly.
<Warren`> <Venerator> There's a good chance he will try to learn how receptive Earth is to an alliance with the Tsivrixsh Empire.
<Warren`> Which we cannot allow.
<Slasher> What are we allowed to bring to this dinner...
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> Don't rush it.. *it's not a command, but is spoken with concern*
<Warren`> <Venerator> Bring your handguns only.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> You're feeling better, I take it?
<Slasher> Yes sir.
<Warren`> <Venerator> Also, dress in your military dress attire. Since this is a formal dinner, we shall look our best. Let us hurry, everyone.
<Warren`> 6* Venerator sends an alert to all of his diplomats, informing them of the situation, then moves off.
* Warren` watches Venerator leave, not looking happy with the situation.
* Ariel looks at Sera slowly, her voice quiet, "...why... are you here?"
<Warren`> Lets move. 6He says flatly to Slasher and Fox, then walks off to his quarters to dress.
<Alicia> <Red_Fox> Got it. *likewise heads to her quarters*
<Slasher> Aye Sir. *he turns leaving for his quarters.
<Seraphna> Because I care about you...
<Ariel> ...... *blank look*
* Warren` drives into medbay with a car and hits Sera, then backs out and leaves.
<Warren`> NRP: Yes, that was a joke throw away line.
<Slasher> NRP: But it helped us so well.
<Warren`> NRP: Cars hitting people brings focus to a session
* Slasher steps into his quarters and begins changing.
<Warren`> 6* Peacemaker and Sera's datapads beep with the message from Venerator.
* Katrina` has joined #taw
* Seraphna looks at it
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> *checks her datapad*
* Katrina` quickly steps out of her quarters, doing her hair up in a ponytail as she walks down the hallway. She's dressed in a crisp, military "dress" outfit which reflects what is worn during important gatherings.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> Looks like I should get ready.
<Warren`> 6* Venerator moves to the hanger, dressed in his formal attire.
<Seraphna> "I'll be back later, okay hun?"
* Seraphna smiles and rushes to her quarters to get ready
* Slasher steps into the hanger, dressed in his formal outfit, his Modified Hand gun resting in it's holster.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> *heads out*
* Warren` steps into the hanger himself, formally dressed and his hair actually combed back.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> *to her quarters, to prepare*
* Ariel slowly pulls herself to her feet, and moves to a computer terminal to see what's going on.
* Katrina` arrives in the hanger moments later.
* Slasher turns eyeing Katrina.
<Warren`> NRP: I'm surprised Ariel's brave enough to go to computer terminals anymore
<Warren`> 6* The computer terminal details the encounter with the Tsivrixsh ship.
* Warren` moves to a shuttle and begins to prep it. He quickly encounters various "upgrades" from Seraphna and his sighs of exasperation can be heard
<Alicia> <Red_Fox> *heads to the shuttles*
* Slasher steps onto the shuttle, taking a seat in the back, his instinctively pulls his hang gun out and begins checking it over.
* Katrina` moves to the shuttle, taking a seat near the middle. She quietly looks out the window at the Tsivrixsh ship
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> *heads to the shuttles shortly after*
<Katrina`> I can't believe we're actually boarding their ship.
<Warren`> 6* Venerator steps on and takes the co-pilot seat, quietly talking with Warren as he does his system checks.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> I'm not sure if this is a good or bad sign.
<Slasher> It's a dangerous move if you ask me, one that won't catch me off guard. *he finishes putting the gun back together, along with all his mod
* Slasher all his mod's and cocks it.
<Warren`> NRP: I so read that wrong./
<Slasher> NRP: That was the idea
<Alicia> <Red_Fox> *checks her gun, then relaxes for the trip*
<Katrina`> This is so crazy. I can't wait to tell my brother about this.
* Xanatos`Durran has joined #taw
<Warren`> Alright. We should go now. 6He reaches over and hits the door switch, which quickly slams the door shut 10 times faster than normal. He sits there silently.
<Alicia> NRP: I feel sorry for Ariel
<Warren`> .oO (... did she fix the shuttle to make the door shut quicker...?)
* Ariel catches the door before it shuts completely, hitting the door open switch before it crushes her hand.
<Katrina`> Wow. Ariel... you have some...fast reflexes...
* Xanatos`Durran stands a few steps behind Ariel. "Hmm glad she was here."
* Katrina` stares at her in awe.
* Slasher stops, eyeing Ariel.
<Slasher> NRP: Stop whating. I don't know.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> You're sure you feel up to this?
* Warren` eyes Ariel silently, as if taking note of her speed.
* Seraphna sits back in teh shuttle?
* Ariel steps inside, closing the door behind her, "I... felt it would not be prudent, to stay behing."
* Xanatos`Durran whistles lightly and moves over toward the pilot's seat. If it is unoccupied he would take it. If it is occupied, he would sit down in the co-pilots seat.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> In any case, welcome aboard.
<Warren`> 6* Venerator moves from the co-pilot seat to let him sit down, sitting down beside Katrina.
* Ariel bows her head, "Thank you." She moves towards an empty seat, wincing a little on the way.
* Xanatos`Durran nods a Thank You to his commanding officer.
<Seraphna> "Hope you like the latest modifications."
<Seraphna> "And Ari... are you sure you're okay for this?"
<Alicia> <Red_Fox> What sort of modifications?
<Warren`> Well. If we're all onboard... 6He gestures toward Durran. "Bring us in slowly to their hanger and let me know if they do anything strange."
<Xanatos`Durran> Yes, sir. *does at he is told, hoping that she hasn't changed any of the controls, cause that would be silly.*
<Warren`> 6* Suddenly the nav computer begins to talk in a cheerful voice, announcing the distance toward the Tsivrixsh hanger. Of course, there's not suppose to be a voice, much less a cheerful one.
<Ariel> I do not believe there will be any difficulties. All systems are functioning at or above minimum operatonal levels.
* Xanatos`Durran coughs and glances over at Warren, but keeps at a normal speed.
<Alicia> NRP: * The controls explode, badly injuring Xanatos. <Peacemaker> Damn it. Not AGAIN.
* Warren` eyes the nav computer in absolute horror.
* Seraphna giggles a little
* Katrina` twiddles her thumbs against each other as she looks out the window at the black Tsivrixsh ship
<Slasher> May I recommend that Lt. Cran no longer be able to touch any shuttles?
<Seraphna> "Nice huh? With a bit of tweaking I can give it a minimal AI too."
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> Is this new technology?
<Xanatos`Durran> I concur.
<Seraphna> Huh? Why?
<Warren`> <Venerator> I find the voice rather refreshing. 6He says kindly.
<Slasher> For the safety and sanity off all passengers.
<Seraphna> Well... I kinda did... sorta... make it myself.
* Seraphna giggles
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> As long as all improvements are fully tested before use, I see no problem.
<Slasher> That's what has me concerned for the safety of the crew and myself.
* Warren` reaches out to try to shuttle off the nav computer, but when he hits a button, instant coffee spills out of nowhere.
<Seraphna> A voice and AI on the comms has you concerned about safety?
<Slasher> Any modifications done by a novice does.
* Xanatos`Durran tries to keep the ship under control with all the ruckus to his side.
<Warren`> 6* Xanatos is nearing the Tsivrixsh hanger. The shields are down on the hanger, which means he can enter it.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> An instant coffee machine next to the nav computer has me worried
<Warren`> ...
<Slasher> I believe you should sue the manufacturer of that device Captain.
<Seraphna> Nav computer's been drylocked.
<Seraphna> No worries.
* Warren` turns around in his seat to give Sera a stare.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> ...
* Xanatos`Durran silently moves the ship towards the hanger, sighing at all the comotion inside the shuttle.
* Seraphna smiles back at him, cheerful as ever
<Slasher> So what would happen if the Nav Computer catches on fire. How would one put it out?
<Seraphna> Why would it catch on fire?
* Warren` turns back around, scowling.
<Alicia> <Red_Fox> Dry ice?
<Ariel> ...you did not work on improving the computer system on the ship, did you Lt.Cran?
<Warren`> 6* The shuttle suddenly implodes, all of them dying. However, moments later, Warren's vision ends. He sighs. They're all still alive.
<Xanatos`Durran> Sir, the Tsiv would not enjoy our loud behavior...*he says as he moves the ship down to land.*
<Seraphna> Slightly... but it's a bit of a trick I'm working on.
<Warren`> <Venerator> Lt. Commander Durran is correct. We must be very appropriate. The slightest move could cause a war.
<Ariel> ......
<Warren`> 6* Xanatos is now entering the hanger. A designated spot ahead is where he's suppose to land. An armed group of Tsivrixsh soldiers stand about in the hanger, with one in particular dressed in formal attire - a black uniform with gold bands on it.
<Xanatos`Durran> Breathe wrong and they could become upset...*slowly moves the shuttle to land*
* Katrina` remains unusually quiet during the shuttle conversation, since she's more interested in looking at the Tsivrixshs.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> Calm and professional.
<Warren`> 6* Once the shuttle lands, happy elevator music plays and the door opens automatically, the nav cmoputer announcing that the air is breatheable and the tempature is nice.
* Warren` lets out his breath slowly, unbuckling and standing up.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> *remains calm and professional, unbuckling and standing up too*
<Warren`> 6* Venerator stands up, heading toward the back where the door opened up.
<Alicia> <Red_Fox> *takes a deep breath and stands up*
* Slasher stands up, his right hand making sure his gun is in place.
* Seraphna fixes her uniform a bit and stands up as well
* Ariel stands up, oddly taking a moment to steady herself, before heading towards the door.
* Katrina` stands up, stepping beside Sera
* Xanatos`Durran makes the preperations for the shuttle to power down and all that, he glances over at Warren. "Should I stay with the ship or come with you sir?"
<Warren`> Do you have your "device" with you?
* Xanatos`Durran smiles and pats his pocket. "Yes, sir."
<Warren`> 6* Venerator steps off the shuttle first, motioning for the diplomats to follow, then the security.
<Warren`> Then come with us.
* Katrina` follows Venerator off the shuttle, staying behind him and to his side.
* Slasher stands, waiting to follow behind Xanatos.
* Seraphna follows after Venerator as well, sticking to him
<Xanatos`Durran> Yes, sir. *finished shutting everything down and then stands, moving in to follow Warren off of the shuttle.*
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> *follows, politely interested*
* Katrina` moves down the shuttle and steps off after the diplomats.
<Katrina`> NRP: Warren did that
<Alicia> <Red_Fox> *follows Warren*
* Xanatos`Durran would follow the warren that is secretely pretending to be Katrina then.
<Warren`> 6* Xevil approaches them, followed by his men. They stop ten feet away, facing off with Venerator.
<Alicia> NRP: LOL
<Warren`> NRP: LOL
* Slasher follows behind Xanatos.
* Warren` moves to form another line to the side of Venerator, presenting himself as the second most important person.
<Alicia> NRP: Conga lines!
* Xanatos`Durran would be positioned behind Warren, according to rank.
* Katrina` calmly stands there beside Sera and Peacemaker.
* Slasher stops behind Xanatos.
<Xanatos`Durran> NRP: Or beside or whatever. I"m not sure how the lines are forming.
<Slasher> NRP: Same.
<Warren`> <Xevil> Welcome, General. It is an honor to have a human such as yourself here on my ship. I have heard of your great battles in the war your people had many cycles ago.
<Warren`> <Venerator> And it is an honor to be invited onboard a vessel of the Tsivrixsh Empire. Your people are known for their strength and honor.
* Ariel stands at attention as they meet the Tsiv
<Warren`> <Xevil> Of course, of course. 6He says almost quickly. "Come. Please join me for some dinner. I have prepared food that is suitable for the human body. 6He turns and begins to walk down a hallway, followed by his men.
<Warren`> <Venerator> Let us follow them.
* Warren` begins to walk after them.
* Seraphna sticks to Vennie
* Katrina` glances around at the hanger. Their technology is far beyond that of the human's.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> *follows respectfully*
* Warren` keeps his voice to a whisper
* Ariel follows formally. Casually glancing around out of the corners of her eyes as she faces forward
<Warren`> The further we move into their ship, the less likely we'll get out if they so desire us to be killed.
<Slasher> Quite.
<Katrina`> You two sure think dreadfully.
<Xanatos`Durran> Realisticaly.
<Xanatos`Durran> Nrp: Spelling. :(
<Slasher> NRP: Not really, I have about 40lbs of C4 strapped to my chest.
<Warren`> 6* They eventually arrive in a huge dining hall full of strange, yet exotic spelling food. Xevil gestures at the right side of the table.
<Alicia> <Red_Fox> *looks around, noting the directions for in case of worst case scenario*
<Warren`> <Xevil> Please. You all will sit here. 6He moves to the other side of the table, sitting in the middle as his soldiers sit on either side of him. Venerator, in turn, sits in the middle on their side.
* Ariel takes a seat next to Venerator, assuming no one beats her to them
* Seraphna sits down next to Ven as well
* Xanatos`Durran waits for Venerator to makes his moves, and then would takes a seat near Warren and all the other security people.
<Warren`> NRP: So disrespectful to the Captain. Man
* Warren` is forced to sit beside Sera
<Alicia> <Red_Fox> *likewise takes a seat in the "security section"*
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> *sits down as instructed*
* Slasher takes a seat, his eyes checking the room out, closely.
<Warren`> 6* Xevil focuses on Venerator, Ariel, and Sera, assuming they are his top people. <Xevil> Who are your crew, General?
<Warren`> <Venerator> ... 6He gestures at Warren to far side of Sera. "Captain Warren is my chief of security. To my left is Lieutenant Cran, the daughter of General Alexander Cran. To my right is Dragoon Alpha Ariel..." 6He lists all of their names. Xevil takes note, eyeing each of them.
* Ariel bows her head, as her designation is given.
<Slasher> NRP: *sighs not getting recognition*
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> *likewise bows, once her name is given*
* Seraphna smiles and cheerfully bows her head
<Warren`> 6* Xevil eventually lets his eyes fall upon Ariel, as if studying her quite closely, more so than the others. "A fine group you have with you, General. Well, let us begin eating, shall we not?"
<Warren`> 6* Xevil motions to two people standing up, who begin to place food on their plates, without asking if they wanti t.
* Katrina` looks down at some sort of squid looking them, looking a little wary of it.
* Warren` takes a utensil and takes a chunk of the squid, eating it without looking bothered. He chews neutrally.
* Slasher eyes his food, then over at what the Tsiv are eating.
<Warren`> 6* Xevil begins to eat the squid like creature, looking at them all as if observing how they will respond.
* Xanatos`Durran silently takes the food and begins to eat his food. Reminds him of those all days is in the Orient. So he seems to be enjoying himself.
* Katrina` takes a bite, trying to look neutral, but it's obvious it's not her kind of food.
<Warren`> 6* Sera's squid moves slightly on her plate, as if it's alive.
* Slasher reaches down, cutting a chunk of the squid like creature off and eats it, looking as if he actually enjoys it. 1"If I may ask, what do you call this dish?"
* Seraphna hmms and eats it, having tried many fearsome foriegn foods before!
<Warren`> <Xevil> This dish actually comes from a world who's name could not be pronounced in your language. Nor could I name this creature. But I assure you, it is a rare and delightful treat.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> *eats the squid without hesitation*
<Alicia> NRP: * Peacemaker is poisoned and dies
<Warren`> 6* the servers begin to place some type of green like beats onto their plates now.
<Alicia> <Red_Fox> *starts eating once everyone else is. If they're enjoying it, it can't be bad*
* Ariel starts to eat slowly, giving little reaction either way as she nibbles at her food.
<Warren`> <Venerator> It is quite unusual to meet Tsivrixshs in this sector of space, General. What brings you out here?
* Slasher begins munching on the green like beats, chewing them down.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> *does not hesitate in eating the beats*
<Warren`> 6* Xevil stops in the middle of his bite, his face looking almost hard before he calmly lowers the utensil. He sits there silently, peering at Venerator. "I'm sure for the same reason the esteemed EarthGov finds itself out here.
* Warren` studies Xevil, eating his food.
* Katrina` looks up, as if getting a strange, harsh emotion from Xevil.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> *studies Xevil as she eats*
<Warren`> <Venerator> And what reason might that be? 6He takes a bite of his food.
<Warren`> <Xevil> Negotiations, of course. We do not receive much information from Earth, but recently there's been talk of your planet allying itself with our growing Empire. And we've heard your government has given you permission to negotiate treaties with various worlds.
* Xanatos`Durran doesn't touch the beats, he doesn't enjoy veggies too much. So Xanatos takes this time to observe the Tsiv soldiers, and then Xevil himself.
<Xanatos`Durran> <Skaad>
<Xanatos`Durran> NRP: Fuck.
* Slasher finishes off his green beats, he focuses his attention on Xevil.
<Xanatos`Durran> <Skaad> *Is casually sniffing the human-like foods before him, not really having much of an appetite, he takes his gaze off of his food, onto Xevil and the worthless human that he is talking too.
<Warren`> 6* The servers fill their cups with a strange, thick liquid.
<Warren`> Isn't it unusual to be negotiating treaties, esteemed General? I've heard the Empire rarely negotiates.
<Warren`> 6* Xevil's composure wavers slightly, as if Warren struck a verbal sparring jab with him.
* Slasher picks up his cup, swirling it's contents ever so slightly as he checks it out.
* Katrina` takes her cup, drinking the liquid. It's sweet. Very sweet.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> *sips the drink*
<Warren`> <Xevil> We're known to negotiate in times of war, in order to peacefully bring allies to our side instead of expending much needed resources. This is the art of war, is it not, Captain? And negotiate is a time-honored position in our empire.
* Slasher after seeming to be content with the drink, takes a sip of it then finishes it rather quickly.
* Katrina` glances at Xevil again, as if reading something.
* Xanatos`Durran glances over at Warren, then to Xevil. Feeling the tension.
<Warren`> <Xevil> Tell me. What brings your military out here? I can only imagine it would Cienna
<Warren`> 6* Venerator is quiet, as if trying to find his words correctly.
* Xanatos`Durran finally takes a sip of the drink. Watching, the conversation.
* Seraphna looks between the two
<Slasher> We were giving a brief overlay till our next assignment, so we decided to take a little vacation. I hear Cienna is quite beautiful this time of year.
<Warren`> <Xevil> Sightseeing, is it? 6He turns to look at Slasher, his red eyes glowing neutrally.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> Travel is good for the soul.
<Slasher> Yes, I've always heard good things about the sun sets.
<Slasher> I recommend it to you, it's quite peaceful.
* Katrina` finishes her drink, realizing it has alcoholic like qualities about it.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> *continues to sip her drink*
<Warren`> <Xevil> Of course. If Cienna had any value to it, I'm sure I could find the time to visit it.
<Warren`> <Venerator> Value does not always come from resources.
<Warren`> <Xevil> Really? What could a planet offer besides resources or military might?
* Warren` finishes his drink, not really bothered by the strong alcoholic quality of it.
* Ariel pauses in her eating, curiously listening for Venerator's answer
<Slasher> War doesn't last forever, when it's cycle ends. It's nice to have a place to visit to help ease one's mind.
<Warren`> 6* The servers fill their drinks up again. The Tsivrixsh crew seems to drink it like water.
* Seraphna drinks the liquid a bit, testing it
<Warren`> <Venerator> Also, culture is important to a society. Cienna is rich in culture, music, and arts. They have little in value of military might, but their knowledge of beauty is beyond that of most civilized planets.
<Alicia> NRP: * Seraphna takes one sip and is drunk instantly
<Warren`> <Xevil> Beauty? 6He laughs, along with some of his crew.
* Slasher begins drinking the refilled glass, polishing it off rather quickly, if it's affecting him, it's hard to tell.
<Xanatos`Durran> <Skaad> *nudges another one of the Tsiv's* Y'hear that? Beauty, like they know anything about beauty.
* Xanatos`Durran remains quiet the whold time. He has become Stoic and is just watching the conversations around him, he isn't even eating anymore.
* Warren` glances at Skaad. It would seem all the Tsivrixshs present can speak Basic.
* Katrina` takes her refilled glass, drinking it quietly as she watches the debating, obviously picking up on emotions.
<Warren`> <Xevil> Truly, beauty is found in the battlefield. When you are locked in combat with another great warrior. Honor is life.
<Xanatos`Durran> <Skaad> Indeed! *raises his glass to Xevil's comment along with other Tsiv's.*
<Slasher> I won't lie. There is nothing like the rush of adrenaline when you're face to face with your opponent.
<Warren`> 6* Xevil seems to note Slasher's response with a level of respect, turning his attention to him.
* Xanatos`Durran chuckles softly, "Perhaps I have more in common with those of you from the Tsivrixsh that what I had originally thought of."
<Slasher> Or the look on their face when they realize they're about to lose.
<Warren`> 6* Venerator watches his security personnel connecting with the Tsivrixshs
<Warren`> <Xevil> I knew that some humans realized how to throw away "art" and false "ideals" to come to the truth of the matter. War betters races. Superiority is what the galaxy needs. One united front to face the future. Do you not all agree?
* Ariel seems... indifferent on the matter.
<Warren`> <Xevil> Did not Earth advance after their last war? Did your technology not grow? Your people bettered?
* Xanatos`Durran nods, "But, I have a question for you. Mr. Xevil."
<Warren`> 6* Xevil glances at Durran.
<Xanatos`Durran> War does better the races, I agree. But if you unite the galaxy to face the future. How are you so sure that there will be anything left to face?
<Warren`> <Xevil> There will always be something greater out there to face and defeat.
* Seraphna looks down, eyes tracing over the table
* Xanatos`Durran rubs his chin, thinking of this. "So, may ask about the Tsivrixsh's goals in their war. Do they plan to assimilate everyone to their beliefs? Seeing as you feel you are the far superior race. Or would you be willing to work together with other races for this goal you spoke of? Each race has their own strengths you know.
<Xanatos`Durran> "
* Ariel quietly nibbled on her food, keeping her opinions to herself.
<Warren`> 6* Sera's drink is refilled.
* Seraphna drinks down yet another glass, if it's alchoholic, she might not be noticing, taking in the words of both sides
<Warren`> <Xevil> And what beliefs do you feel would be sacrificed? There is one belief - to better ourselves and the races who are allied with us. And by doing so, we wage war with other races. Until we are one day beaten. And from that defeat, we will grow until we can eventually defeat even those who beat us before.
* Katrina` is on her third drink now.
* Xanatos`Durran nods. "But let me ask you this.."
<Warren`> 6* Xevil waits.
* Warren` tilts his head toward Sera, trying to indicate how much she's drank, since she's underage
<Xanatos`Durran> "What if, while we are amidst our struggles and wars, we are attacked by these outside forces? What then, we will be weak from our interal strifes with one another, what then? Do we just become defeated in our weakened state? Or would we have to then band together to fight these ultimate enemy?"
* Seraphna mumbles something softly
<Warren`> 6* Xevil goes to speak, when he glances at Sera, who has spoken not at all.
<Seraphna> "...Drums of War..."
<Warren`> <Xevil> Did you say something, Serena of the House of Cran? 6His first reference to a house for a human, which he has not done so thus far with any other besides himself.
* Warren` studies Sera.
* Katrina` works on her fourth drink now, glancing over at Sera.
<Seraphna> "And when the drums of war have reached a fever pitch and the blood boils with hate and the mind has closed, the leader will have no need in seizing the rights of the citizenry. Rather, the citizenry, infused with fear and blinded by patriotism, will offer up all of their rights unto the leader and gladly so..."
* Slasher eyes Seraphana caustiously.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> *tries to remember the quoted person*
<Warren`> <Xevil> A wonderful passage. From whom spoke this?
<Warren`> 6* Venerator sips his drink, recognizing who use to quote that, and who surely taught it to his daughter.
<Seraphna> "Julius Ceasar, a man in our history who ruled with a great sense of honor and dignity..."
<Warren`> <Xevil> Indeed. He sounds like a fascinating individual.
<Seraphna> "Our history is filled with people like him... Alexander the Great, Napolean... people who came quite close to ruling it all... the entire world that they knew."
<Xanatos`Durran> But they all failed.
<Slasher> Because they wanted it all.
* Warren` seems to be studying Sera differently now, as if giving her an inch of respect.
<Warren`> <Venerator> Sometimes people have to learn their limits.
<Warren`> <Xevil> Limitations are weaknesses that have not been beaten from the body.
* Seraphna looks back down, drinking another cup, as if it were water.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> Perhaps. But pushing yourself too far is never healthy.
<Warren`> 6* Someone approaches Xevil, whispering in his eat. The person walks away and he cups his hands together. "Well, I feel it is time we ended this dinner. It was an honor to have such... entertaining guests aboard my ship. I feel...we will meet again. I should give you the gentle warning that if Earth tries to sign peace alliances with planets the Tsivrixsh is actively looking into it, it will be considered acts of aggression."
<Warren`> 6 *Xevil stands up, as does his men. Venerator stands, as does Warren and KAt.
* Xanatos`Durran stands along with Warren, and Skaad stands along with Xevil.
* Slasher stands, bowing slightly to Xevil
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> *stands, and bows to Xevil also*
* Ariel stands, and bows to their host.
<Alicia> <Red_Fox> *stands up, bowing slightly*
* Slasher pauses slightly, letting his eyes meet with Xevil's.
* Katrina` bows, but too much, since she's obviously feeling the effect of the alcohol.
<Warren`> <Xevil> My people will escort you to your shuttle. May honor be upon you. 6He nods his head slightly to them, eyeing each of them, before turning to leave. He motions to Skaad to escort them out
* Seraphna stands, smiling a little as she steadies herself, she bows
<Seraphna> "A pleasure meeting you Xevil."
* Slasher stands, waiting for Skaad to take the lead
<Xanatos`Durran> <Skaad> *Leads the way back to their shuttle*
* Warren` follows after Venerator, who follows Skaad. He seems to be looking over their shoulders as they walk back.
* Slasher takes up the rear, his guard up as he walks
* Seraphna follows Vennie, doing her best to walk straight
* Ariel speaks absently as they head back, once out of earshot, "I believe that meeting could have gone better."
<Warren`> He was hiding something. 6He glances at Katrina. "I think you know what."
<Katrina`> Maybe. But we should wait until we're back on the shuttle.
<Xanatos`Durran> <Skaad> *stops at their shuttle and turns to them.* Be wary not to betray our trust. You will find that we are not an enemy that you would wish to have.
<Warren`> <Venerator> We will remember that. May honor be upon you. 6He says, using Xevil's goodbye.
* Warren` moves onto the shuttle first, pulling out a scanner. He scans it silently for traps or listening devices.
* Seraphna looks to Ari
* Slasher eyes Skaad, his eyes narrow as he passes by him.
<Xanatos`Durran> <Skaad> *Simply nods to them as they walk by*
* Seraphna sits down in the shuttle
<Warren`> The shuttle is ready to be prepped.
* Katrina` steps onto the shuttle, sitting down.
<Katrina`> Man, that liquid is doing a number on my head.
* Slasher steps in, sitting across from Katrina.
<Warren`> 6* Venerator moves onto the shuttle, sitting down in a seat. Warren takes the co-pilot seat.
<Seraphna> "COuldsa gona lots worst Ari... We coulds be deaded."
<Slasher> I found in rather weak.
* Katrina` looks at Seraphna.
* Xanatos`Durran sees that Warren beat him too eat and nods casually to Skaad, he moves into the pilots seat and begins to power everything up.
<Katrina`> How drunk are you, Serena?
<Seraphna> "Drunk...?"
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> *sits down* That... was worrying.
<Slasher> I'd believe by her speach she's probably near a .80 alcohol content.
<Katrina`> I have never heard anyone talk like you just did now, except maybe a child.
<Alicia> <Red_Fox> Drunk kids quoting Ceasar... great.
<Ariel> She did consume large proportions of the Tsiv drink.
<Warren`> We should have detox pills in the medical kits on the shuttle. Slasher, give Sera one. It'll clear her head in minutes.
<Seraphna> "The drinksh were alcholics?"
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> Similar, at least.
* Katrina` leans back in her seat, closing her eyes as she feels the buzz.
* Xanatos`Durran glances around. "We all here?"
<Alicia> <Red_Fox> *does a head check*
<Warren`> Yes. We can go now.
* Xanatos`Durran shuts the doors and then makes sure he has clearance to leave before doing so.
<Warren`> <Venerator> Well, that was a most insightful conversation we had today.
<Slasher> You going to be ok Lt. McCormick?
<Warren`> 6* Xevil is cleared to go.
<Slasher> NRP: *Watches Xevil take off*
<Katrina`> I'm fine. Just enjoying myself. 6She opens her eyes as soon as the doors are closed. "I was picking up strange emotions from their leader.
<Warren`> NRP: LOL!
<Warren`> NRP: Xanatos is cleared to go.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> What sort? Hostility, I expect?
* Xanatos`Durran does so, keeping it at a steady speed so they can have some conversation time.
<Warren`> <Venerator> ... 6He watches Kat, interested.
<Slasher> I believe he's not happy being a Diplomat.
<Xanatos`Durran> He believes it to be a weakness.
<Katrina`> He wasn't. When the Captain asked him about negotiating, he was very angry, as if his honor was being insulted. Also, he was clearly lying when he said it was an honored position to be a negotiator.
* Katrina` quietly looks at Sera, as if she picked up something from her, but she looks back at the others, clearly not saying anything about it.
<Warren`> 6* The Tsivrixsh warship begins to move away, heading toward the jump gate near Cienna.
<Slasher> That's an obvious. He gloated on the fact that their race was proud and honorable. And how the enjoy the fight and thrill of the 'hunt' if you will. I think he's not in the Empires graces right now.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> Probably.. and he hates it.
<Warren`> I believe if he's negotiating peace treaties with planets and if he's out this far, it could become a problem of us. If he is looking into making deals with the same planets as we are, we could have competition in the future.
<Warren`> (for)
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> And that could easily escalate...
* Seraphna lays her head on Ari's shoulder, mumbling more
* Katrina` glances at Sera again silently
* Slasher stands up. 1"Kat do you want a Detox pill?
<Katrina`> I'm good. But I think Sera could use one.
<Warren`> 6* Xanatos approaches their light cruiser hanger.
* Slasher walks to the back and digs around in the Medical Kit, coming back a few moments later, he hands it to her.
* Xanatos`Durran slowly takes the ship into his spot.
* Ariel looks at Sera, "I believe Lt.Cran may have ingested such quanities to warrant caution of the possibility of poisoning."
<Katrina`> The detox pill will help her. 6She fishes through the kit that was handed to her, and pulls it out. She reaches over to Sera.
<Katrina`> Open your mouth, Serena.
* Seraphna does so, sticking out her tounge and giggling
* Katrina` drops the pill onto her tongue.
* Seraphna swallows it automatically
<Warren`> 6* The pill begins to clear her head almost instantly.
<Slasher> NRP: <Slasher> Ahh crap, that was the Rat poison kit...
<Warren`> NRP: Because rats in space shuttles are a problem
<Warren`> 6* The shuttle lands. The nav computer chirps at them to have a nice day.
<Slasher> NRP: Horrible space rats.
* Warren` rubs his head at the cheerful computer recording, wondering why it was installed.
<Warren`> 6* Venerator stands up. "I'll go log our encounter with EarthGov. We'll delay our arrival to Cienna for a few days, just in case Xevil is heading there.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> Lets hope that we don't encounter him again..
<Slasher> General Venerator. I believe it was a mistake to allow Lt. Cran, a minor I might add, consume alcoholic beverages. It could've jepordized the missions.
* Xanatos`Durran lands the shuttle in the hanger and then begins to power everything down, giving everyone a chance to leave and alal that.
<Warren`> 6* Venerator looks at Slasher, almost oddly. "How so?"
<Seraphna> "Sorry... didn't know it was alchoholic..." *rubs her head softly*
<Ariel> I am not certain I agree.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> Hmmm?
<Warren`> Very alcoholic. Good thing I bring detox pills with me all the time. 6He reaches into a pocket to show he had been taking them, unnoticed, the entire time.
<Slasher> We were obviously on a thin-ice situation. If she would've done the wrong thing, a tsivirisxh may have taken it as an insult.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> *looks over to Warren* Clever. I must remember that one.
* Xanatos`Durran is now known as Xan|Homework
<Ariel> While Lt.Cran did suffer the worst, it did take much greater than the average ammount of the beverage to affect her.
<Warren`> I find that other races' are able to consume alcohol like we consume water. It's logical to be prepared.
<Katrina`> I agree. That stuff had to have the kick of a whiskey, yet she was drinking it like a pro. The room is spinning enough for me as it is.
<Ariel> If she had consumed only regular ammount, I do not believe she would be affected by it at all.
<Slasher> But how can we know such a thing? She is a minor.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> We know now.
<Warren`> <Venerator> It could be conceived as an insult if she does not partake in drinks. From now, we should follow the Captain's example and keep detox pills on her.
<Seraphna> "I'll rememebr to pack them sir."
<Slasher> Hindsight being 20-20 is not an excuse.
* Seraphna rubs her head a little more, "Hmmm... Is this what a hangover is? Feels tingly..."
<Ariel> I also suggest that she does not try to drink more than twice what any other member of the team does.
* Warren` snorts in an amused way, stepping off the shuttle and moving away.
<Katrina`> I'm going to go crash in my room. I really needed to get the name of where they got that stuff. 6She rubs her head as she walks off, and definitely not in a steady line. But she seems fine.
<Seraphna> You doin okay Ari? Healing good?
<Warren`> <Venerator> Well, I think we should all go. Those pills will have you cleared up in a few more minutes, Serena, so don't worry. 6He nods to them all, then leaves himself.
* Seraphna nods happily to the General
* Slasher eyes Venerator walking off. He steps off the shuttle, looking around
<Alicia> <Red_Fox> *heads off the shuttle, seemingly unaffected by the drink*
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> *seems likewise unaffected*
* Warren` walks to the security station, reading the tech report.
<Ariel> I would prefer to avoid direct conflict in the immediate future, but I am otherwise operating nominally.
* Slasher makes his way to the Security Station
* Katrina` walks into her room and reaches under the bed for a wine bottle. She fills up her cup, and lays on the bed, turning on her stereo and drinks her wine.
<Alicia> <Peacemaker> Wouldn't we all? *heads for her quarters*
* Slasher steps into the Security Station
* Warren` closes the report, turning to sit down at his desk.
<Seraphna> "So... wanna go hang out Ari? I got a book on the Dragoon project and I've been wondering if you could help me with my notes."
* Warren` opens up a notebook and begins to jot down various things, seemingly unconcerned with the tech report
<Ariel> "A... book, on the dragoon project?" *hesitant*
* Slasher sits down at his desk. 1"How quaint of a trip. Do you think we're going to still head to Cienna"
<Warren`> More than likely, if Xevil isn't there conducting a treat of his own.
<Seraphna> "Yeah, it's probably all rumors and theories, but I'd like your input."
<Warren`> NRP: Lets bring it to a close, so say your closing lines so I can end it. If you guys want to do a mini-session on your own, just log it for me.
<Slasher> He seemed to know where we are heading, I believe he will be there.
* Slasher begins to log in his report.
* Seraphna smiles to her and whispers, "It's jsut an excuse... I really wanna hang out with you."
* Ariel just blinks.
<Warren`> NRP: Sera is such a lesbian. Mark my words.
<Warren`> NRP: Just wait until DS shows up and gives her competition. REPLOID DS.
<Seraphna> NRP: <.<
<Ariel> "I suppose there would be no harm in talking to you on that subject."
<Seraphna> "Great!" ^^
<Warren`> Session Ends
Session Close: Mon Oct 17 22:40:29 2005