Joshua Niles
Security & Tactical
[TI22]
Posts: 649 Likes: 21
Rank: Lieutenant
Position: Tactical Officer
Species: Human
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Post by Joshua Niles on Jan 4, 2021 16:47:43 GMT
[ LT Joshua Niles - Observation Lounge, Deck 1, USS Mac ]Well, it was a good thing that long-range communications had been part of the package Niles had been preparing for Serenity. His task had been to look to their space-side security and tactical situation, and, well, he did not have a whole lot to work with in terms of basic technological and industrial base, and, it would seem, he had grossly overestimated how many people they had handy for something like traffic control. Well, that was a mistake that was not going to sink what he'd been preparing, but it would call for some adjustments all right. "Aye, Ma'am," he answered at that. It would mean he would have to prepare a more comprehensive training package for them on the fly, and get more of the setup he was responsible for to be computer-controlled than he had planned, but that was not insurmountable either, and he quickly jotted down a few thoughts on his PADD before flipping back to the report he had been preparing for just this briefing. "Given I've overestimated how much personnel they could spare for their space-side needs I'm going to have to adjust a few things, but essentially my initial planning remains unchanged. I've been in touch with the local head of security, a Sheriff Lang Marais, and we discussed their space-side needs. We understand that they're far enough off the beaten path they won't attract much traffic, but they're striking an odd balance in isolation and relative proximity to regular shipping lanes where they might still get the odd tramp freighter, yet far enough to be tempting to some less friendly folk."As he spoke, he tapped at his PADD to show a view of Serenity's system, clearly not to scale, with a number of icons appearing around the colony world and in deeper space. "We've settled on a constellation of combined weather, communications and sensor satellites, a few unmanned defensive platforms mostly for dealing with asteroids, a long-range sensor net, a standard long-range subspace relay, and a couple low-profile, emergency-only relays as a 'just in case'. I'm going to have to automate a little more than I'd initially planned for, but at first glance that shouldn't put too much strain on the computers we were already planning on bringing up to speed. And I'm going to revamp their training package to be more comprehensive. Until I can crunch some more numbers and see the actual situation on the ground, though, I can't say how my time estimates will be affected, but I don't think it should be excessive."And, with his report concluded, he set down his PADD, and waited for the next person to chime in.
Tag Thea Baker Isaiah Quinn Jovireh Velal Kaya Som Shavan Th'zhaar
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Kaya Som
Engineering/Ops
Site Historian
Yaya! You have survived! That's too bad!
Posts: 804 Likes: 108
Rank: Senior Chief Petty Officer
Position: Chief of Engineering
Species: Trill
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Post by Kaya Som on Jan 4, 2021 18:24:29 GMT
[ CPO Kaya Som | Observation Lounge ]
There weren't many Trills in Starfleet. In Kaya's time on duty she'd worked with maybe a half-dozen. At first this had been an exciting novelty as Kaya had always sought out a multi-cultural social circle, but as the years wore on she had begun miss her people. Just that comfort of being around others with whom you shared deep-seated commonalities a non-Trill would never fully understand. So hearing they'd be dealing with a Trill, Mara Rexan, planet-side gave Kaya a little lift.
Niles went on to describe the preparations for the satellite system. Kaya's team hadn't been as closely involved in that, but she'd heard.
Other than that, the colonists' engineering requirement on the planet were few.
"For planet-side, we've set up some agricultural specs for them to choose from. We've been talking a bit with Taron Lars, and they're not completely set on the level of automation support they're looking for. But we've covered windbreaks, seed-saving, soil erosion, heavy equipment, all that."
Engineering had worked with Science who'd researched ag practices from similar climates on other planets. In a few short weeks Kaya had become an expert on low-tech sustainable agricultural practices.
It had taken more than one meeting to drive home to the other engineers the low-tech needs of the colonists. It wasn't easy getting a band of nerds to keep complexity and maintenance at a minimum, but they'd managed to do it with few casualties.
"It's actually really interesting. Some of these practices are literally ancient."
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Isaiah Quinn
Science
[TI36]
Posts: 1,153 Likes: 57
Rank: Lieutenant Commander
Position: Chief Science Officer
Species: Human
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Post by Isaiah Quinn on Jan 4, 2021 23:18:41 GMT
[Lt. Commander Isaiah Quinn - Observation Lounge, Deck 1, USS Mac ] Isaiah listened not only as Thea answered, but as some of the other officers spoke and gave their reports. He could see that Lieutenant Niles had done quite a bit of preparation for this mission, and had already found ways to modify his original plans to meet the needs of the colony. He could even say the same about Chief Som. Though part of her report actually added to something that Quinn had discovered while reviewing the briefing for this mission. "I've reviewed the manifests of the requests made by the colony," Isaiah began. "Medical supplies, rations, equipment. Nothing is out of the ordinary, however, the quantities seem significantly larger than one would anticipate for a colony of this size. I plan to address the discrepancy with Ms. Rexan, but I'd like to solicit feedback from some of you first." On paper, Rexan seemed like a fairly conservative leader, which contradicted the proposed usage he'd seen. Quinn began to look around the table. "Chief Som, you mentioned a number of their farming techniques are a great deal more low tech. I want you best assessment of whether that, along with the area's agricultural conditions would account for accelerated wear and tear of that equipment.""Nurse Logan, was there anything submitted in the medical logs we received that would suggest an increased usage of their medical supplies: common injuries, seasonal illness?" he then shifted his eyes along the table. "Petty Officer Velal, I'll forward you the incident logs to review. I may require your insight while speaking to the locals, and Ms. Rexan in particular." Isaiah then turned to Thea. "I'll look into the rest of logs we received in case I missed anything that explains these numbers. I may solicit other members of the team for their expertise prior to our arrival, but we'll get to the bottom of it." He smiled slightly at Thea before he turned his attention back towards the others. Isaiah was interested in making certain that there were no external influences upon the colonists as well. He'd eventually reach out to Lieutenants Th'zhaar and Niles to determine if there had been any signs of recent traffic in the area... just in case someone sought out the colony for their hospitality and assistance in repairs. The latter seemed doubtful, but Quinn didn't want to overlook anything if it could be avoided.
Tag: Thea Baker, Shavan Th'zhaar, Joshua Niles, Kaya Som, Jovireh Velal
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Shavan Th'zhaar
Science
[TI35]
Posts: 800 Likes: 19
Rank: Lieutenant
Position: Assistant Chief of Science
Species: Orion/Andorian
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Post by Shavan Th'zhaar on Jan 5, 2021 13:20:37 GMT
[Lt Shavan Th’zhaar - Observation Lounge]
He listened and continued reviewing the reports as the others spoke. Quinn then took his turn to voice some interesting concerns, leaving Shavan to finish the report for the science department. “The science team has been working with Engineering in the designs for agricultural improvements and with Tactical in the plans for the satellite system,” he acknowledged the two that had already reported. The former he knew relatively little about, personally, but the latter fell within his own experience. Since the colony was fairly small and simple, they didn’t have much need for improvements to their technology, but the science team had worked with other departments in doing what was necessary. “Additionally, we have cooperated with the colonists in designing improvements to their renewable energy systems including building new solar arrays.” He paused and addressed Commander Quinn’s question. “There was nothing in the data provided by the colonists to explain a need for increased energy usage.” Maybe it was suspicious.
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Jovireh Velal
Security & Tactical
[TI18]
Posts: 2,609 Likes: 55
Rank: Senior Chief Petty Officer
Position: Chief of Security/Tactical
Species: Betazoid/Romulan
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Post by Jovireh Velal on Jan 5, 2021 13:39:19 GMT
[PO3 Jovireh Velal - USS Mac - Observation Lounge]The officers each gave their department reports in turn, and Jovireh listened intently. When Quinn requested her assistance reviewing the incident logs and speaking with the locals, she nodded. "Of course, sir." It wasn't long ago that she would have been stunned by a senior officer turning to her for such matters, especially when there was a higher ranking security and tactical officer sitting across the table from her. But after the last mission, she was becoming more accustomed to the idea that others realized her experience and skillset were valuable. She just silently hoped that Lt. Niles wouldn't take offense to it; but since they'd be working together while at the colony, she hoped it would provide a chance for them to actually get to know each other beyond recognition and reputation. When it was her turn to speak, she glanced down at the PADD she'd brought with her, though it wasn't really necessary. "I did a final check of the cargo containers, and compared them against the inventory manifest. Everything is in order and ready for transport." There were certainly a lot of containers. It had taken her the better part of the morning to go over it all to make sure nothing was missing, or included without authorization. Hearing that the colony would only be getting supply runs twice a year, and the Mac was their only relief in case of emergencies or threats, it made sense now.
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Thea Baker
Command
[TI12]
Posts: 1,448 Likes: 46
Rank: Captain
Position: Commanding Officer
Species: Human
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Post by Thea Baker on Jan 5, 2021 14:56:08 GMT
[Observation Lounge - Deck 1] With no further questions from those gathered, the meeting continued onward as the away team began to give their reports. It was no surprise that overestimations had been made as Niles spoke first, but at least he was now aware of the exact situation so his plans could be modified and changed to suit the colony's needs. " I understand that these things happen but that's why we learn to adapt and I'm certain that Sheriff Marais will appreciate what you come up with".Then it was Chief Som who spoke next who seemed to have every thing covered from Engineering's perspective. Impressed again that they had reached out to those they'd be helping directly and there would a lot of department crossover. " Excellent Chief and I look forward to hearing more about those practices and I can see the appeal".When it came to Isaiah who had been equally thorough with his findings and reviews. The mention of some possible discrepancy with the supply requests was indeed intriguing and was happy to let him proceed with his plan for Mara and gaining feedback from those present. Listening as he spoke to the others before he smiled in her direction and didn't doubt that they would get to the bottom of it. " Whether it's something straightforward or not, I'm sure that we will get answers we need".Thea's attention then moved to Shavan who had been working with Engineering as well as looking at ways to provide energy to the colony and it was also impressive. Although when he answered Isaiah's question perhaps there was a mystery after all, before Petty Officer Velal agreed to Isaiah's request and confirmed that everything was ready to transport. " Great work both of you, I have faith that Serenity will be in very good hands" she said then looked to Isaiah. " Commander Quinn is there anything else you like to add?, I'd also like you to remain briefly once the meeting ends".****************[Nurse Tania Logan - Observation Lounge]
Tania had remained relatively quiet as she listened to Dr Baker and the others whilst referring to the data and adding extra details. When she was then asked a direct question, the nurse straightened and thought about it for a moment.
" Not that I can think of, there was nothing obvious as such but figured since it would be such a huge gap between drop offs that it was just the colonists being over cautious".
Whatever was going on she would relay all of this to Left Ear before she joined the away team.
Tag Isaiah Quinn Jovireh Velal Shavan Th'zhaar Kaya Som Joshua Niles
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Thea Baker
Command
[TI12]
Posts: 1,448 Likes: 46
Rank: Captain
Position: Commanding Officer
Species: Human
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Post by Thea Baker on Jan 6, 2021 8:31:39 GMT
[ Amira Leran - Unknown Location, Serenity] " How many times have I told you what will happen if you keep disobeying me" the cold snarling voice hissed from just beyond the shadows. For Amira she didn't care anymore and if she was to die at the hands of these brutes then so be it. The half Betazoid former scientist had been captured a few weeks prior and forced to help the nameless one develop the serum that had inevitably ruined the crops of those who opposed her. Or at least Amira thought she was female but considering that she was working under duress, might be completely wrong. However it seemed as though she was going to be spared as the voice was distracted by the news that the Federation starship was on its final approach. Amira didn't know what was worse death or further betrayal as her heart began pounding in her chest, especially when the voice spoke again. " Punish her anyway whilst I prepare for our guests".Then he or she was gone, leaving Amira in complete fear of what was going to happen next.
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Judith Eastman
Civilian
Grandma
Posts: 2,593 Likes: 84
Rank: Civilian/other
Position: Civil Servant
Species: Human
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Post by Judith Eastman on Jan 6, 2021 16:52:27 GMT
[ Amira Leran - Unknown Location, Serenity] " How many times have I told you what will happen if you keep disobeying me" the cold snarling voice hissed from just beyond the shadows. For Amira she didn't care anymore and if she was to die at the hands of these brutes then so be it. The half Betazoid former scientist had been captured a few weeks prior and forced to help the nameless one develop the serum that had inevitably ruined the crops of those who opposed her. Or at least Amira thought she was female but considering that she was working under duress, might be completely wrong. However it seemed as though she was going to be spared as the voice was distracted by the news that the Federation starship was on its final approach. Amira didn't know what was worse death or further betrayal as her heart began pounding in her chest, especially when the voice spoke again. " Punish her anyway whilst I prepare for our guests".Then he or she was gone, leaving Amira in complete fear of what was going to happen next. [Jaggah - Unknown Location, Serenity]The massive, hulking Orion entered the dark space, wielding a bag full of tools. "I hope you're planning to apologize for your misbehavior," he growled. Placing his bag on a table, Jaggah took out a tool with a shining tip, presumably a torture device of some kind.
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Thea Baker
Command
[TI12]
Posts: 1,448 Likes: 46
Rank: Captain
Position: Commanding Officer
Species: Human
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Post by Thea Baker on Jan 6, 2021 17:33:24 GMT
[ Amira Leran - Unknown Location, Serenity] Rooted to the spot as the fear continued to squeeze her like a vice. Amira could feel her heart in her mouth, hoping that the nameless wouldn't send in..... too late he was here along with his so called bag of tools. Jaggah was a complete brute who liked to inflict a lot of pain and for Amira, he was worse than the person he worked for. Although as he growled and took out whatever torture device he was planning on using. The former scientist wasn't going to let him get to her. " Why should I apologise to you, the feds will be here soon and I hope that they stop you!".
Tag Judith Eastman
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Kaya Som
Engineering/Ops
Site Historian
Yaya! You have survived! That's too bad!
Posts: 804 Likes: 108
Rank: Senior Chief Petty Officer
Position: Chief of Engineering
Species: Trill
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Post by Kaya Som on Jan 6, 2021 17:33:57 GMT
[...] "I've reviewed the manifests of the requests made by the colony," Isaiah began. "Medical supplies, rations, equipment. Nothing is out of the ordinary, however, the quantities seem significantly larger than one would anticipate for a colony of this size. I plan to address the discrepancy with Ms. Rexan, but I'd like to solicit feedback from some of you first." On paper, Rexan seemed like a fairly conservative leader, which contradicted the proposed usage he'd seen. Quinn began to look around the table. "Chief Som, you mentioned a number of their farming techniques are a great deal more low tech. I want your best assessment of whether that, along with the area's agricultural conditions would account for accelerated wear and tear of that equipment." [...] [ CPO Kaya Som | Observation Lounge ]Kaya leaned forward to answer Lieutenant Quinn directly. "Actually, it could, Lieutenant. If they're using cover crops to maintain soil quality then that's twice as much use of field equipment - twice as much sowing, maintenance, and harvesting. Science teams might have better data on the geology of it, weather conditions. Still, I'm not sure if that'd be enough to account for your numbers." Isaiah Quinn, Thea Baker
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Judith Eastman
Civilian
Grandma
Posts: 2,593 Likes: 84
Rank: Civilian/other
Position: Civil Servant
Species: Human
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Post by Judith Eastman on Jan 6, 2021 17:45:47 GMT
[ Amira Leran - Unknown Location, Serenity] Rooted to the spot as the fear continued to squeeze her like a vice. Amira could feel her heart in her mouth, hoping that the nameless wouldn't send in..... too late he was here along with his so called bag of tools. Jaggah was a complete brute who liked to inflict a lot of pain and for Amira, he was worse than the person he worked for. Although as he growled and took out whatever torture device he was planning on using. The former scientist wasn't going to let him get to her. " Why should I apologise to you, the feds will be here soon and I hope that they stop you!".
Tag Judith Eastman [Jaggah - Unknown Location, Serenity]Jaggah guffawed, the mean-spirited laughter coming from deep in his belly, at the little pest's sudden optimism. "That makes things even better - for me. It's much more fun to crush the hopeful," he gloated. The tool in his hand made a buzzing sound, and the light at its tip grew brighter. He cackled, as he loomed over the restrained scientist. "Where do we start first?"Most of his tools were only intended for temporary pain infliction, leaving the victim ready to keep being tortured for a long time.
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Thea Baker
Command
[TI12]
Posts: 1,448 Likes: 46
Rank: Captain
Position: Commanding Officer
Species: Human
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Post by Thea Baker on Jan 6, 2021 17:59:34 GMT
[Jaggah - Unknown Location, Serenity]Jaggah guffawed, the mean-spirited laughter coming from deep in his belly, at the little pest's sudden optimism. "That makes things even better - for me. It's much more fun to crush the hopeful," he gloated. The tool in his hand made a buzzing sound, and the light at its tip grew brighter. He cackled, as he loomed over the restrained scientist. "Where do we start first?"Most of his tools were only intended for temporary pain infliction, leaving the victim ready to keep being tortured for a long time.
Tag Thea Baker [ Amira Leran - Unknown Location, Serenity] His laugh reminded her of a tiny little insects buzzing around whilst simultaneously clawing at every nerve. Even his gloating was all talk as she doubted that Jaggah could withstand a phaser on high stun. That image of someone actually taking down the brute gave her hope as he wasn't going to break her. " You're nothing but a mindless brute who can't even think for himself or break away from whatever leash your master is pulling".She may be feeling brave but as he loomed over her with now active device, Amira closed her eyes and lashed out with her feet, ignoring what he said next.
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Judith Eastman
Civilian
Grandma
Posts: 2,593 Likes: 84
Rank: Civilian/other
Position: Civil Servant
Species: Human
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Post by Judith Eastman on Jan 6, 2021 18:16:13 GMT
[Jaggah - Unknown Location, Serenity]Jaggah guffawed, the mean-spirited laughter coming from deep in his belly, at the little pest's sudden optimism. "That makes things even better - for me. It's much more fun to crush the hopeful," he gloated. The tool in his hand made a buzzing sound, and the light at its tip grew brighter. He cackled, as he loomed over the restrained scientist. "Where do we start first?"Most of his tools were only intended for temporary pain infliction, leaving the victim ready to keep being tortured for a long time.
Tag Thea Baker [ Amira Leran - Unknown Location, Serenity] His laugh reminded her of a tiny little insects buzzing around whilst simultaneously clawing at every nerve. Even his gloating was all talk as she doubted that Jaggah could withstand a phaser on high stun. That image of someone actually taking down the brute gave her hope as he wasn't going to break her. " You're nothing but a mindless brute who can't even think for himself or break away from whatever leash your master is pulling".She may be feeling brave but as he loomed over her with now active device, Amira closed her eyes and lashed out with her feet, ignoring what he said next.
Tag Judith Eastman [Jaggah - Unknown Location, Serenity]Jaggah was amused, if anything. The little gnat kicked him, but it barely hurt. "Very well. You have made your decision. We will start with the feet."With relish, Jaggah set aside his probe, gripped Amira's left leg, and took off the shoe and sock from it. {Content warning: Torture}"This little Targ went to market," he announced, as he touched the probe to her big toe, sending shockwaves of pain.
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Thea Baker
Command
[TI12]
Posts: 1,448 Likes: 46
Rank: Captain
Position: Commanding Officer
Species: Human
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Post by Thea Baker on Jan 6, 2021 18:33:18 GMT
[ Amira Leran - Unknown Location, Serenity] She could tell by his amused expression that her well aimed kick had barely registered where it had landed. Desperation and fear took hold once more as she sealed her own fate by inadvertently helping him to choose his first target. There was nothing that Amira could do as he gripped her left leg and removed her sock and shoe. Then as he began, sobs built up within her but despite the pain, refused to give him any satisfaction as she frantically tried another approach. " You don't have to do this, surely there's another way that we could settle this, I've seen the way you look at me".
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Joshua Niles
Security & Tactical
[TI22]
Posts: 649 Likes: 21
Rank: Lieutenant
Position: Tactical Officer
Species: Human
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Post by Joshua Niles on Jan 6, 2021 23:59:43 GMT
[ LT Joshua Niles - Observation Lounge, Deck 1, USS Mac ]While the Tactical Officer had given the report on the satellites and planned sensor net, he knew it had not been a Tactical-only show. The Science department were the ones who were the best suited in coming up with the right mix of capabilities. Tactical and Science both required some of the same capabilities, but they also had widely divergent requirements at times. Science required multi-spectral capability, Tactical had a need for high resolution and tracking. And at times the two could be mutually exclusive within the same platform; that was the reason starships carried several sensor suites, for different purposes. However, he was satisfied with what had been achieved. And while he listened to the power generation and agricultural parts of the briefing, Niles did not exactly pay close attention to it, as it was beyond his scope of expertise and his missions responsibilities. However, with Petty Officer Velal having been handling material handling and the various manifests, that meant she would have a specific task to accomplish on the surface. "Petty Officer Velal, once we get on the surface, unless Commander Quinn has different tasks for you, since you're familiar with the materiel and the intended recipients, I'll have you handling the warehousing and distribution."After all, he could not do that and oversee the setup activities for the satellites, sensor, weapons and communications platforms. And, since he had someone already familiar with the specifics within his own department, might as well make use of that background.
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