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Author: CaptAriell
Subject: Ariell's Duty Log SD 9612.15
Date: 12/20/96 8:14 PM EDT

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::Ariell is sitting on the Bridge after the training simulations in the
holodeck. She sits in the Captain's chair looking at Earth on the view
screen. The Bridge has a minimal crew, due to the shoreleaves granted and
the lateness of the hour::

::Ariell pushes a button on her chair panel::

Computer begin Captain's Log SD ... ::There is a pause:: ~~Am I ever going
to get used to saying that. Captain?~~ ::Ariell shakes her head:: ~~I
still can't believe it~~ ::She takes a deep breath and begins again::

Captain's Duty Log SD 9612.15

Today we successfully ran training simulations in the holodeck for the Alpha
shift. They were the last shift to complete the training rotation. I was
there to personally oversee and partake in this shift's training exercises.
I probably could have gone unnoticed or simply just watched, but I chose to
participate. There are certain skills that I needed to refresh myself. It
has been forever since I touched the panels of Helm or OPS.

Lieutenant Commander Joval and a visiting trainer, Lieutenant Karral, ran the
training exercises. Joval and Karral did an excellent job in motivating the
crew. The reponses from the crew were very informative for me in gearing
future promotions for some. I can see the ingenuity in them, that is just
waiting to be expressed. I shall try to run training exercises every now and
then to keep the skills sharp and the ideas flowing.

There was a growing need to fill in assistant department heads on the ship.
There were many crew members granted promotions to an assistant deaprtment
head position. First Lieutenant Maarek was promoted to Assistant Chief
Engineer. He is also the Acting Chief Engineer since Sela was forced to
return home yet again. The newly promoted Lieutenant JAW was also promoted
to Assistant Chief Tactical Officer. Lieutenant (j.g.) Michlach was promoted
to Assistant Chief Medical Officer. Lieutenant Dar was
promoted to the Assistant Chief of Security. Dalinn needed to take an
extended shoreleave so Dar is filling in as the Chief of Security until
Dalinn returns in two weeks.

The Assistant Chief Science Officer still needs to be determined. There are
a couple of officers that are in that department. I will keep my eye out to
see who shines the most. Then I will decide who gets the position.

Due to the lack of a First Officer, I have promoted Lieutenant Commander
Joval to Second Officer/Acting XO. Lieutenant Commander Wingnt was promoted
to acting Second Officer so that I have a full command structure. I am
discussing with Starfleet on my recommendation for the First Officer of the
Federation. I am awaiting their decision.

The crew is officially granted shoreleave now. We will leave Earth's orbit
by the beginning of next week.

Computer close log and secure
>File closed and secured

::Ariell sits back in her seat to think about what lay ahead for her and her
crew::

Author: CaptAriell
Subject: Intership Memo - Crew
Date: 12/20/96 8:16 PM EDT

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From the Captain's Desk
SD 9612.16

Intership Memo

Federation Crew,

All departments are to schedule down time for all personnel. Those that wish
to take their shoreleave on Earth must send a request to me, so that I am
aware of who is to be where.

The Federation will be in orbit of Earth until at least SD 9612.20.
Depending on our orders we might be leaving then, but no later than by SD
9612.22.

Every department should have a damage report and repair report on my desk
shortly. If you need any more support from Starfleet Command personnel on
Earth, hereby request it before you take your shoreleave. Any assistance
that your department needs to be ready for deaprture will be given to you.

That is all for now. Further orders for our next mission will be
forthcoming.

Captain Ariell Johannson-Riker

Author: CaptAriell
Subject: Intership Memo - Mick
Date: 12/20/96 8:17 PM EDT

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From Captain Ariell's Desk
SD 9612.18

Intership Memo
To: Lieutenant (j.g.) Mick
Acting Chief Medical Officer

SD 9612.18

Doctor,

It has come to my attention that I have not yet had my physical. I would
like you to perform it at your earliest convenience. Please contact me to
set up an apointment for my physical.

My two children Shahrele and Thomad should also have a physical. They need
their vaccinations before they can start at the onboard school. They are
currently in the day care facilities during the day, while I am on duty. I
will inform the caregiver there that you have my permission to vaccinate the
children. Be careful, Shahrele has quite a strong will.

I appreciate you handling this.

Captain Ariell Johannson-Riker

Author: CaptAriell
Subject: A Day of Reports
Date: 12/20/96 8:18 PM EDT

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::Ariell sits at the terminal in her ready room. A list of reports is filing
on from each of the departments. She is quite pleased that everyone is
working so efficiently::

Well that finishes those reports. ::Ariell sets the PADD's of the
Engineering and Medical Reports:: Very nicely completed. ::She starts to go
through her other memo's from the crew members about shoreleave::

::One memo author catches her attention right away:: Wingnt? I didn't know
that he would even consider shoreleave. ::She opens the memo right away. It
reads::

Capt. Ariell,

I hereby formally request shore leave on Earth. I will return 9612.22 (8:30
EST).
I will be at the StarFleet Academy in San Fransisco to meet with some
previous professors and discuss my recent work with android engineering.

Respectfully,
Lt. Cmdr. Wingnt

::Ariell sits back in her chair and smiles:: How interesting. ::She
dictates a memo to the computer, and continues on with her work::

Author: CaptAriell
Subject: Intership Memo - Wingnt
Date: 12/20/96 8:19 PM EDT

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From Captain Ariell's Desk
SD 9612.18

Intership Memo
To: Lieutenant Commander Wingnt

SD 9612.18

Lieutenant Commander Wingnt,

You are hereby granted your request for shoreleave to Starfleet Academy. I
have noted that you will return on SD 9612.22 before the Federation leaves
orbit.

While you are at the Academy could you please look up someone for me. I am
interested in locating the whereabouts of a Captain Lufton or an Admiral
Peters. If you are able to locate them please let me know. This is just a
request. You are on your shoreleave. I just thought that maybe your old
professors might have heard something about either of them.

Sincerely,
Captain Ariell

Author: LtCmdrWing
Subject: LtCmdrWing duty log 9612.21
Date: 12/22/96 3:28 AM EDT

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Lt.Cmdr. Wingnt - Chief Science officer
USS Federation
Duty log SD9612.21

**Open log**
This weeks mission was a 3 part training exercise. Lt. Cmdr. Joval and
First Lt. Karral (Cheif of Security on the USS Hermes) led the exercises
under Capt. Ariell's direction. During part one, a duty station was given
out with a command and everyone was to respond as if they were covering that
duty station. The answers came fast and furious but it was fun as well as
educational. The second part of the exercise was a scored test in which we
were to give the answer as to which department would be
responsible for a specific operation. First Lt. Mike had the most correct
answers with Lt. JAW and First Lt. Maarek tied for 2nd. We were then, for
the 3rd part, able to pick a postion and we had a 15 minute simulation on the
holodeck.
Several people were promoted to assistant department heads this week.
First Lt. Maarek was promoted to Asst. Chief Engineer, newly promoted Lt. JAW
was promoted to Asst. Chief Tactical Officer, Lt.JG Michlach was promoted to
Asst. Chief Medical officer and Lt. Dar was promoted to Asst. Chief of
Security. Due to the lack of a First Officer Lt. Cmdr. Joval was promoted to
Acting XO and Lt. Cmdr Wingnt was promoted to acting Second Officer.
**Close log**

Author: LtSeth
Subject: Lt Seth Duty Log
Date: 12/22/96 1:14 PM EDT

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=/\=Lieutenant Kidran Seth=/\=
=/\=Duty Log=/\=
=/\=Stardate 9612.21=/\=

::Seth enters his quarters and sits down at his desk::
Computer, open duty log, please.
Computer>Log opened, begin recording when ready.
The last "mission" was... informative... sorta. We didn't really do
much, it was a training mission. We were all questioned under different
conditions and asked what department would handle the problem or task
proposed. Then, whoever had the most right answers got to pick their position
for the mini-mission on the holodeck. The others who ranked lower in right
answers got to pick later. I believe I ended up at Ops, but I'm not sure.
Computer>Affirmative, you held the Ops station for the mini-mission,
Stardate 9612.15.
Why, thank you, computer.
::Thinks, computer starting to sound uppity::
Anyways, something I do remember is I was promoted to Full Lieutenant!
My updated bio has already been posted. Computer, close log.
Computer>Log closed and saved. Opening personal log...
I never said to do that!
Computer> Negative, you did, however program me to do so last week.
::Stops, thinks::
Oh yeah, well, let's get to it...

Author: Lt1Maarek
Subject: Maak's D-Log 9612.22
Date: 12/22/96 11:36 PM EDT

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Computer Open acting Chief Engineer's Duty Log 9612.22
Computer> Opened... Recording

Well it started out slow and Speed up Pretty Fast.
-Engineering-
I entered engineering to find everything quite and clam as it should be. I
ran some normal ajustments and did a few diag's. All of which Turned out Fine
as I had expected them to come out. We had a minor Fluxuation in the Warp
injector manifold but it was fixed promtly. I decided to goto the bridge for
a little and then we started to have problems....so I ran back to
engineering..I can do more in engineering. I figured if we boosted the
Transpoter beam and ajusted the frequences we might be able to
beam the AT back succesfuly. Then we became Traped in a tractor beam of
sorts unfortunatly we lost weapons before we could fire to disable it. our
Power is being Drained the EPS Grid is just about bottomed out. The Beam is a
Proton beam which is draining energy So an Anti proton beam would Stuff the
beam and shut it down. I have come up with one other option we could switch
the polarities of the ships energy so that it wouldn't want or be able to
drain us...the only problem with that is it would take a
miracle to swith the polarities.

Computer End log
Computer> Log ended...Saved
Send and Post
Computer> Sent...Posted

Author: Lt1Mike32
Subject: Lt1Mike's Duty Log SD 9612.23
Date: 12/23/96 5:05 PM EDT

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::Enters quarters very tired::
::Yawns::

Computer, Begin Duty Log.

{S Beep}

We left the Orbit of Earth and are going to map a Nebula at the edge of
Federation space. Our ETA is three minutes. As we approached the Nebula we
detected a small planet. I said that it could be a star in formation.
Although, now I believe my hypothesis was incorrect. Then we detected a
storm, but it subsided. I am incharge of an away team. We detected some
life forms, one of them kept on phasing in and out between matter and energy.
A jail surrounded us then our floor gave in, we fell down
a tunnel and landed in a room. The Drone has self distructed. We are going
to use it's energy source. We went into a room with a vault, it opened very
easiy. A device was in there, I picked it up and then we were beamed out.

::Sits down on bed::

Computer, End Duty Log.

{S Beep}

Author: LtDar007
Subject: Re:USS FEDERATION Briefings/Lo
Date: 12/27/96 12:09 AM EDT

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Computer Open Duty Log>

Well today I went on an away team consisting of me Lt1 Mike32, Lt Seth and
Ltjg Pike. We went to a planet inside a nebula and we were investigating it.
At first we detected nothing on our tricorders but there were signs of
colonization on the planet. We came to a locked door. When i reached for
the door bars closed all around us and we were trapped. We then fell down a
shaft into a large room in which we encountered a droid of some sort which
attacked us but we ended up victorious. In the end of
the battle seth was unconcious so Pike carried him. We then came to a room
which had nothing of importance except a small vault at the end of the room
which had a rather primitave lock. When opened the box contained a small
device, we are not sure what it is but we will find out soon enough.

Computer End Duty Log>

Author: LtCmdrWing
Subject: Wingnt duty log 9612.27
Date: 12/27/96 3:15 PM EDT

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Lt. Cmdr. Wingnt
Duty log - SD 9612.27

**Open Duty Log**

My duties for the ship this week were suspended due to extended shore leave
on Earth at the request of the science and engineering departments of the USF
Academy in San Francisco. A copy of all events pertaining to interactions in
San Francisco will be posted under a supplemental duty log entitled
"Discovery".

Author: LtJAW
Subject: Duty log
Date: 12/27/96 7:42 PM EDT

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USS Federation
Assistant chief tactical officer Lt. JAW's
Duty log
Stardate: 9612.27

We were doing a routine science mission at a type 47 nebula,
when we discovered a planet inside the nebula, we went inside
the nebula to investigate further. The nebula was undergoing a
series of ion storms which made it difficult to keep the
shields stable. Luckily the storms had subsided for the most
part when we arrived, the captain sent down an away team to
investigate some strange ruins on the planet.
The planet didn't appear to have any life on at first, but we
soon realized that there were hostile beings of some sort on
the planet. The beings seemed to be phasing through time;
sometimes they were there sometimes not. Things soon got worse
as the beings started attacking the away team, pretty soon the
away team started phasing through time also.
they came back into our time a few times but never when there
was a window in the storms to beam them up.
We scanned the planet some more to try to find the cause of
this, but we could find nothing.
A tractor beam from the planet then latched onto us and started
to drain the ship's energy, I tried to break free but the beam
was too strong. We were about to fire at the site of the
tractor beam but weapons failed. And we were left there with
shields almost down and another storm approaching.
Just then, the away team reappeared while a window was open and
we beamed them up.
they had some strange device with them, I hope it can stop a
star from exploding though, because a nearby star's about to go
supernova.

**Insufficient data for tactical analysis of planetary**
**threat forces**

Author: LtSeth
Subject: Lt Seth Duty Log SD 9612.28
Date: 12/29/96 12:35 AM EDT

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Lieutenant Kidran Seth
Duty Log
SD 9612.28

::Seth groggily stumbles into his quarters, still illuminated with the
many blinking and shining lights he put up for the Terran holiday::
::Groan:: Computer, dim lights to one- eighth illumination.
Computer> Lights dimmed, sir.
Thank you. Computer... open duty log, please.
Computer> Log opened, you may begin recording when ready.

Today's mission was an odd one to say the least. It started out rather
boringly with me sitting down in security while we were approaching an
uncharted nebula near Federation space to do scientific studies. That didn't
involve much activity from Security.
Once there Science discovered what was euther a planet or a star in
formation. Well, we turned out to find both of them. First we found the
planet and sent down an away team which included myself, Pike, Dar, and was
lead by Mike. I might have forgotten somebody, I'm not sure.
We explored around for a bit an came upon a locked door and panel. While
Dar, Pike, and Mike were investigating it, I stood watch of the surrounding
area. After a bit, the tricorders started picking up lifesigns approaching
our area rapidly. I knew something was afoot before then via my spots. I've
learned to trust them in critical situations. The crew unfortunately hasn't.
That is to be expected seeing as I've only been here for a month or two.
Almost as the signals were on top of us, a panel gave way below us and
we plummeted a couple stories into a cavern. We all got to our feet and
started exploring a nearby hallway and we were detecting energy signals at
the end of the hall. We followed down and encountered a security drone. It
warned and threatrened us and then we opened fire. I got off a useless shot
and was hit by return fire and knocked unconscious. Due to that I have no
firthur information on the afforementioned event.

Computer, end log and kill the lights.
Computer> Log closed and saved. Unable to comply to second request,
lights are not sentient.
::Ugh!:: Check your phrase database!
Computer> Checking... lights off. Very clever.
Uh huh, sure.

Author: LtMickla
Subject: SD 9630.12
Date: 12/30/96 12:38 PM EDT

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"Computer, open duty log."
"Duty log open."

::Plops down on biobed:: This was not a good day. First, my EMH program
looks like Seth. Well, that's alright, as long as he is a doctor for "just
in case".
X came in, still vomiting. I think that's stopped now. I ordered him not
to eat any more nachos and gave him chicken noodle soup.
Seth arrived later. He seemed disillusioned, but he was the same old
Seth.
As I was tending to X and Seth, I got an emergency call to Science. Pike
was badly injured. I beamed him to sickbay. He was DOA.
However, I refused to lose him. I love blood, guts, and gore as much as
the next Klingon, but I put him in cryostasis. I have, I think, successfully
replaced parts of his aorta. I brought him out of stasis. So far, he's
alive and coherent. I believe he will survive.
When I held Pike's dead body, it provoked very...bizarre emotions.
::Shrugs:: I guess that's why I put him in stasis STAT. I just hope he
stays healthy.
So far, I've been making appointments for physicals. Roberts' may be
difficult, but I'm looking into it.
Rogue and I have a new assistant, Gramling. I had no idea he was
medically skilled, but he should work out well. He'd better put away that
lighter first! ::Smiles::
I have been promoted to Lieutenant recently. It has not sunken in yes.
::Thinks:: Perhaps things aren't so bad after all.

Computer, close log."
"Log closed."

Author: EnsTaylor
Subject: Re:USS FEDERATION Briefings/Lo
Date: 12/30/96 7:12 PM EDT

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::Enters room sits at table powers up terminal and ponders what to write::
Start Log

Today I was assigned to monitor energy readings of a small cubical
device found on the surface of a newly discovered planet. I noticed that the
reading were fluxuating and sparatic but when LtCmdrWing went towards the
device the device began projecting harmless energy readings that bounced off
near objects like echo location Ltcmdrwing suggested it was in contacting
with the planet. I also suggested that we use a shuttle to break the beam
but another more practical suggestion was used

End Log

Author: LtX3
Subject: Re:USS FEDERATION Briefings/Lo
Date: 1/2/97 1:25 PM EDT

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=/\= Lt x3's personal log=/\=
I finaly stoped barfing. So I'm spending lot's of time in the halodeck. I
getting ready for the wedding on sunday. My body is hurting badly, I had to
get a new hand<<will learn about in BIO>> >>

Author: LtX3
Subject: Re:USS FEDERATION Briefings/Lo
Date: 1/2/97 1:27 PM EDT

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=/\=Lt X 3's dudy log=/\=

We wher aparintly traped by a tractor beam of some kind. I enterd
einginering and immediately felt dizy. So I wint to SB and remand thare the
rest of the sim. mean wile a near bye star whas about to super nova. We
finaly ternd off the beam and got out of thar just as the star novad. We
wher hit by 2 shok whaves and avoydid to the last one. I got noked to the
floor and got badly hert.

Author: LtJAW
Subject: duty log
Date: 1/2/97 7:56 PM EDT

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USS Federation
Assistant chief tactical officer Lt. JAW's
Duty log
Stardate: 9701.2

We're finally free of the tractor beam and on our way to utopia
planetia yards for repairs.
I'm not sure how we got out of the tractor beam... Myself and
Ensign Qualon were preparing a torpedo for manual launch, when
the tractor beam let us loose. So we went back up to the
bridge; and we were lucky we did, because when the first
shockwave from the supernova hit the deck where we had been
working on had suffered some major hull breaches.
We warped out of there at top speed. And escaped the huge tidal
shock waves by the skin of our teeth.

**Planet has been destroyed by supernova,**
**no further tactical threats**

Author: LtSeth
Subject: Lt Seth Duty Log SD 9701.02
Date: 1/3/97 12:12 AM EDT

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=/\=Lieutenant Kidran Seth=/\=
=/\=Duty Log=/\=
=/\=SD 9701.02=/\=

::Seth walks into his quarters after pacing around the ship for a couple
hours, his feet were killing him, not to mention the throbbing pain in both
his head and his ribs::
Computer, open duty log, please.
Computer>Log opened, fire away.

The last few days were... "flustering" to say the least. The mission on
Sunday was a very hectic one and I was, to say the least, beside myself. I
request to be off duty and was sent to Sickbay. That really didn't help and I
did end up starting to get to know Ms. Micklach... if you can even call
Klingons "Ms.".
The "always" delightful X was in sickbay regurgitating stuff from God
know's when.
Mick was called away on an emergency, I've gathered from talking to crew
and herself, to attend to Pike who had sustained severe injuries to his
heart. She, being the skilled medical officer she is stood to the occasion
and saved his life. I'm sure that Pike is forever grateful. I know I would
be.
Also, I recieved a subspace communique the other day informing me of a
personal crisis. I am going to talk to the Captain about some leave to go
visit Earth and investigate "matters". That and I have decided on a request
of transfer in departments. I am not fitting the Security "Bill" so to speak.
Also I must set an appointment to get in and see the Medical staff for a
physical.

Computer, you know the routine...
Computer>Log closed and saved, opening personal log...

Author: LtCmdrWing
Subject: Wingnt Duty Log SD9601.3
Date: 1/3/97 4:03 PM EDT

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Lt. Cmdr. Wingnt
Cheif Science Officer
USS Federation

Duty Log SD9601.3

**Open Duty Log**

I was assigned to discover what the was in the alien device that was beamed
up with the Away Team. My science team isolated it in a force field. It
needed direct access, so I entered the force field and pushed the button that
begged to be pushed. It gave us access to a file menu of orders and a
library of the race that was from the planet. The menu had an item regarding
defense systems and through the device we were able to disarm the planets
defense system which let us go from the beam we were
caught in. During this time the planet's sun went nova and we were not able
to escape in time to prevent injury to one of my crew. When the shock wave
hit us, Lt.Pike went down. It appeared he was pierced through the heart. I
thought he was dead, however subsequent reports from the amazing doctor
Micklach said she was able to put him in stasis and repair his aorta.

**Computer close duty log**

Author: Lt1Mike32
Subject: Lt1Mike's Duty Log SD 9701.03
Date: 1/3/97 7:26 PM EDT

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Computer, Begin Duty Log.

{S Beep}

::Sits on chair in quarters and examines the information on the device::

Eng. has to find out a way to release the beam from the USS Federation.
Science and Security try to find out what the device is. I ran a scan on the
device from the information the transporter has. We are reading an energy
serge from the planet. JAW has an idea of how to disable the beam. The beam
will pull us down to the surface, without shields we will burn up in the
atmosphere. We are going to launch a torpedo to hopefully destroy the beam
then get out of here before the star Supernova's. We
got out in time but got hit by some of the Supernova particles. We are
headed for Utopia Planitia on Mars.

Computer, End Duty Log.

::Puts PADD down::

{S Beep}

Author: EnsRoberts
Subject: Ensign Roberts DL-SD9612.29 1
Date: 1/3/97 8:24 PM EDT

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COMPUTER RECORDING -
We managed to beam the entire Away Team back from the surface intact.
However, an alien device was also beamed aboard with them. The entire Science
Department, excluding myself, reported to the lab to investigate the device
under the Chief Science Officer, Lt Commander Wings, supervision.

The tractor beam still had the Federation in its grasp, continuing to drain
our power.
During this critical situation, we discovered that a nearby star was on the
verge of super-novae. Without sufficient power and still caught within the
beam, the Federation would either, suffer massive systems failure and plummet
into the planets atmosphere or be crushed by the blast waves of the stars
nova explosion.

Lt. Commander Wing ordered me to assume Science #1 to observe the ships
status within the beams hold. Through my analysis, I had discovered that the
beam was pure proton and that no means known to us could break us free. The
beam was impacting ALL of our systems. The sensors and scanners dropped
offline and I rerouted them through the auxilliary mains. Once the mains were
online I had observed brief energy surges at the source of the beam. I
estimated that the ship would enter the planets atmosphere
within 54.2 minutes. Commander Joval querried using phasers to disable the
beam at its source. However, I recommended against phaser use due to the
temporal distortions on the planets surface. Ensign Qualon1
agreed with my theory.

All ships systems were on the verge of failure and the star was 35 minutes to
novae.
My sensors were reading waves of temporal displacement moving across the
planets surface.

I recommended that we launch a shuttle into the beam and detonate its warp
core to disrupt the beam. However, my recommendation was dismissed.

My scanners detected another energy wave on the planets surface.
The Captain asked for my recommendation and I repeated the shuttle warp
breech. Ensign Qualon 1 recommended a photon torpedoe blast to disrupt the
beam and the Captain accepted and ordered that proposal be initiated.

The beam stregnth rose again and energy disbursement is fired from the
surface.
Explosions and burnt optical cables flew from my console. I immediately
switched to Science #2. We had suffered a hull breech on Deck 10 and were
loosing internal power. I manged to reroute the internal circuits through the
auxilliary mains to stabilize.
The beam now begins to pulse. We are struck again by heavy displacement. All
systems were impacted and damged. However, warp systems seemed to be
unaffected and actually rose in stregnth.
Sensors went offline and I rerouted them through the lateral power grid.
Hull stress was now at Critical Mass - I read multiple hull fractures and
intitiated emrgency containment fields activated.
When I checked Science #2 a pattern was detected within the pulses. They
occured at 2.7 minute intervals.
Lt. Jaw and Ensign Qualon were programming the torpedoe, so I assumed both
tac and science stations without proper orders. However, due to the
situation, I hope that this indiscretion will be overlooking by Captain
Ariell.

Somehow, the beam just stopped and the Federation was free. There was so much
confusion, I do not know if the torpedoe was fired or if the beam just ceased
but we were free.
However, with a maximum warp of factor 3, we attempted to flee before the
shockwaves of the nova would impact the ship. I detected an energy wave of
9.0 approaching from aft. I rerouted shields to lessen the waves impact,
however the wave hit us full force. I was tossed from my station and I
observed the Captain too was sent to the floor. I resumed my station,
gripping the console with ALL of my stregnth. The second wave was now
approaching. I announced, " 3 seconds to impact ! "
The impact created massive hull breeches and a third wave was now
approaching.

Lt. Maarek manages to punch the warp factor up to six and we barely escaped
the impact of the final shockwave. One that probably would have destroyed the
ship.

Author: EnsRoberts
Subject: Ensign Roberts DL-9612.29 2
Date: 1/3/97 8:26 PM EDT

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Lt. Maarek manages to punch the warp factor up to six and we barely escaped
the impact of the final shockwave. One that probably would have destroyed the
ship.

The planet was destroyed.

We are currently on course, at Warp Factor 4, for Utopia Planitia Shipyards
to begin repairs.

ENSIGN ROBERTS
ASSISTANT SCIENCE OFFICER
USS FEDERATION

END LOG.
COMPUTER: LOG CLOSED

Author: EnsRoberts
Subject: EnsRoberts PL-SD9612.29
Date: 1/5/97 7:12 PM EDT

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ENSIGN ROBERTS
PERSONAL LOG ENTRY: STARDATE 9612.29

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I have now completed my second mission aboard the USS Federation. It was
a mission that would have made my blood curdle, if I had any. So close to
possible destruction, relying on each other to maintain cool heads and carry
out our duties for the good of the ship and our lives.

In the Great Link there is no such experiences. There is comfort, yet no
challenge.
Existance without purpose.

At least here, aboard the Federation, I have purpose. My life has meaning
here and people seem to care about me. However, I still cannot shake this
sense of oddity. As if the solids look upon me like they would a circus
clown. To mock and laugh behind my back. I do not speak of my crewmates, they
have been superb. It is the Bureaucrats I speak of. The PuppetMasters, if you
will.

My dreams of Michael McRoberts still haunt my mind. Visions of his death and
my part in it all makes the guilt that much greater. The insurmountable
plague upon my mind, the loss of my only love. Can I make a difference here ?
Can I repair the damage I have caused ? Can I heal my wounds ?

I might have been slightly overconcerned about my posting in my previous
entry.
Maybe I DO belong here.

Only time will tell !

ENSIGN ROBERTS
ASSISTANT SCIENCE OFFICER
USS FEDERATION

END LOG ENTRY.

Author: LtMickla
Subject: SD 9701.06
Date: 1/6/97 1:02 PM EDT

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Computer, open duty log.
Log opened.

We had a practice in which the Borg attacked us. Ensign Gramling and I
prepped sickbay as well as we could. Wing ordered me to take an away team
into the Borg cube and knock out it's power source. I chose X and JAW. The
three of us boarded a shuttlecraft adn beamed directly inside. I have never
experienced such a sight as that.
While inside, we made our way to what appeared to be a secondary power
source. X watched for Borg while JAW and I attempted to systematiclly tear
the circuits apart. One Borg came too close for our comfort and we opened
fire. X held them off while JAW and I made a disaster of the primary source.
Thankfully, I always carry a kut'luch dagger to make jobs like this easier.
The Borg began a self destruct sequence and we were beamed back to the ship
PDQ.
I managed my way to sickbay to assist Gramling. By now, the Borg began
assimilating the ship. Gramling had initiated the EMH program (which still
looks like Seth) to assist him. We fought off the Borg in sickbay until the
exercise ended.

Computer, close log.
Log closed.

Author: LtMickla
Subject: SD 9701.06
Date: 1/6/97 1:03 PM EDT

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Author: LtMickla
Subject: SD 9701.06
Date: 1/6/97 1:26 PM EDT

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Author: LtMickla
Subject: SD 9701.06
Date: 1/6/97 3:27 PM EDT

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Author: Lt1Maarek
Subject: MAAK'S D-LOG 9701.05
Date: 1/6/97 5:26 PM EDT

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Computer open....Log
Computer> Log Open

Well we had a holodeck Simulation where I got to Play the Role of the
Borg King or such the Head Borg. Which was Quite interesting on my Part ...
When We Began I followed Normal borg tactics Lock a Tractor beam onto
the Ship and Drain the shields From that Engaging Cutter Lasers to Penatrate
the ships hull. After the Shields of the Fed were Low enough I then Beamed
over a Borg AT to Try and Take over the ship while Gaining in Borg
Population.
I was Succesful in Taking Engineering....I am Glad this was only a
Holo-Deck or otherwise I don't know what I would have done... Then Had them
Set up a Small Collective their For when they would Destroy the Cube... which
was inevitable.
Mean while the Fed Had an AT Beam over and Try to Disable this Tactor
beam... of Course we the Borg ignored them due to they possed not threat or
as of yet. Then they opened Fire on a Few units which immeditaly Activated a
Threat Response and WE the Borg went after them but not before they completed
their misson.
I was if you'd like to say that was on the Borg Cube for the Majority of
the Simmulation... But when it was inevitable that the Cube was going to be
Blown up I quickly Beamed over to the Fed with some Minor Reinforcements to
add in the taking of the U.S.S Federation... Which did Fail or was ended
before any conclusive Victory was one. After Engineering We moved on to other
parts of the ship Killing and Assimalting Security Officers as we went on up
the Decks towards the Bridge... The TL were Cut off
although they did over look the JT which we used to our advantage... We were
able to take almost the entire lower section of the ship from engineering to
a few decks 33-40 were taken by the Borg.... At this point their was heavy
resistance... and the Simmulation was coming to a close... it was chaotic

Computer Close Log
Computer> Log Closed

Author: Lt1Maarek
Subject: MAAK'S D-LOG 9701.05
Date: 1/6/97 5:38 PM EDT

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Author: Lt1Maarek
Subject: MAAK'S D-LOG 9701.05
Date: 1/6/97 5:49 PM EDT

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Author: Lt1Maarek
Subject: Maak's D-Log 9701.05
Date: 1/6/97 5:56 PM EDT

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Author: FsLtDalinn
Subject: Dalinns Log SD 9601.06
Date: 1/7/97 1:31 AM EDT

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First Lieutenant Dalinn Renne
Chief of Security
Duty Log
StarDate 9601.06

Computer, Begin Log

Computer> Recording

I reported for duty late so everything was a little weird. They were
having simulations against the Borg in the Holodecks. Dar was late too so
Wingt told us to get our little Secrity butts up and runnin. We headed to
the Jeffries Tubes around enginnering and waited for the Borg there. Dar
went to the ones on the other side and I stayed there and set my phaser to a
modulating spread and checked the dagger in my boot to make sure my dagger
was there.
The Borg finally came and I fired on them then they adapted and I got mad
and stuck my dagger into its head. It got a little stuck but finally pulled
out but not before I got something sharp stuck in my shoulder. I pulled out
my inner sleeve and stopped the bleedig but it still hurt like hell. Then
Dar was surrounded and I killeded the rest of the Borg there so I went over
to him. They were in Sickbay so I sent Dar up there and I tried to get rid
of them in that JT. Then...

Computer End Log and Save

Computer> Log Ended and Saved

Author: CaptAriell
Subject: Roberts Duty Log SD 9612.22
Date: 1/10/97 4:43 PM EDT

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We were two minutes from the scheduled Nebula encounter. Due to lack of
officers on duty, I was given Acting Science Officer status and ordered to
man Science Station 1. I ran the routine diagnostics and all systems were
nominal.
Upon our arrival at the Nebula, I was ordered to run standard sweeps of
the Nebula. According to the readings there seemed to be a planet at the
heart of the Nebula. Unable to classify, due to the static discharge of the
Nebula, Captain Ariell ordered us in for a closer look.
Once in range is was able to determine the planet to be Class M. I was
also reading a strange enrgy reading on the planets surface. Unable to
verify, I continued with my sweeps and found the ruins of an ancient city.
This enrgy seemed to fade in and out around the ruins. The readings were a
combination of Lifeform, Energy and Temporal. Nothing in my training or
experience had prepared me for this. I notified Captain Ariell and she
ordered me to keep an eye on it. Which I did, diligently scanning
and rescanning to get a precise reading.
The Captain ordered an A.T. to the surface to investigate and I was
ordered to keep a tight fix on them, which I did. They reached the surface
with no problem and then the Energy returned. I lost contact with the AT
signal and life readings. All surface readings were blank except for the
Temporal Energy.
I attempted to reestablish my sensor locks to no avail. The AT was lost
!
Another energy field was launched from the ruins on the planets at the
Federation. A Proton beam seized the ship and began to drain power. I
Recycled
the sensors and was able to pinpoint the exact location. I recommended we
launch a resonance burst from the deflectors, but the Captain ignored my
suggestion. The beam continued to drain our power and I had to reroute
sensors through the transporter arrays which had been unhampered as of yet. I
determined the intervals at which the Temporal field appeared. In1.7 minutes
the next phase would occurr. I informed the Captain and she ordered me to
lock onto the AT as soon as possible.
Our sheilds were dangerously low, power grids were popping on and offline.
The temporal energy appeared, I was able to lock onto the AT an I
brought them in, as per Captain Ariells orders....

Ensign Roberts - Assistant Science Officer - USS FEDERATION

Author: LtCmdrWing
Subject: wingnt duty log 9601.10
Date: 1/11/97 3:53 AM EDT

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Lt. Cmdr. Wingnt
Cheif Science Officer
USS Federation
Duty log SD 9701.10

Computer, open duty log.

The Federation is in for repairs from the beating we took while trying to
escape the tractor beam and the super nova on our last mission. The Fed will
also be getting some renovations and new features as well. While the ship is
in for repairs we ran a holodeck simulation against the Borg. One of our
crew members Lt. Mike played the part of the Borg very well, to the point of
bording our ship and assimilating everyone in engineering. An away team was
sent over to the Borg to look for and destroy
their energy source and ran into trouble and were eventually beamed out.
Our apt science department led by Lt. Pike was able to overcome in the end
and save the Federation by developing a substance to knock out the Borg and
take back engineering.
Also in response to the invitation from the bride's maid Capt. Ariell,
this week several of our crewmembers beamed over to the Hermes for Cmdr. Beth
and Capt. Semino's wedding.

Computer close log

Author: LtDar007
Subject: Re:USS FEDERATION Briefings/Lo
Date: 1/11/97 7:55 PM EDT

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Computer Open Duty Log>

Well today we were doing simulations in the holodeck. I came late due
to personal matters i had to attend. I discussed this with the captain and
she told me that the training in the holodeck was voluntary but it was
appreciated if it was attended. Dalinn was late too.

Dalinn and I were sent to engineering to kick some borg butt. We got
there through the jefferies tubes. After our phasers became useless because
the borg adapted we had to use our trusty knifes to get rid of the borg, and
they were extremely effective when you knew how to use them.

I was then needed in Sickbay where the borg were breaking in. I got
there VIA jefferies tubes and then eliminated the borg threat in sickbay.
Then the simulation ended.

Computer End Duty Log>

Author: LtCmdrWing
Subject: Wingnt duty log 9601.10
Date: 1/12/97 2:02 AM EDT

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Lt. Cmdr. Wingnt
Cheif Science Officer
USS Federation
Duty log SD 9701.10

Computer, open duty log.

The Federation is in for repairs from the beating we took while trying to
escape the tractor beam and the super nova on our last mission. The Fed will
also be getting some renovations and new features as well. While the ship is
in for repairs we ran a holodeck simulation against the Borg. One of our
crew members Lt. Maarek played the part of the Borg very well, to the point
of bording our ship and assimilating everyone in engineering. An away team
was sent over to the Borg to look for and destroy
their energy source and ran into trouble and were eventually beamed out.
Our apt science department led by Lt. Pike was able to overcome in the end
and save the Federation by developing a substance to knock out the Borg and
take back engineering.
Also in response to the invitation from the bride's maid Capt. Ariell,
this week several of our crewmembers beamed over to the Hermes for Cmdr. Beth
and Capt. Semino's wedding.

Computer close log

Author: LtJAW
Subject: duty log
Date: 1/12/97 2:15 PM EDT

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USS Federation
Assistant chief tactical officer Lt. JAW's
Duty log
Stardate: 9701.12

Since we were at Utopia planetia we just went on a holo-mission
to train.
Myself, X and Mick, went aboard a Borg vessel and tried to
disable the Borg's power supply, we were eventually successful
and beamed back to the federation that was being assimilated by
the borg. The assimilation was stopped and the borg were
destroyed.

**Borg threat has been destroyed**
**no further tactical threats**

Author: EnsTaylor
Subject: Re:USS FEDERATION Briefings/Lo
Date: 1/12/97 8:39 PM EDT

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:EnsTaylor enters his temporary quarters and ponders the holodex mission::
::Activates computer terminal and activates personal log::

Today we had a holodeck mission where we were fighting off a borg
attack. I thought it would be great to train without the fear of death or
assimillation. I asked and was able to get assigned to the science lab to
analyze any captured borg technology. I loved being able to explore new
technology and have always been fascinated as a scientist with the borg and I
loved rummaging through there technology. It also gave me a couple of great
ideas like adding a randomizer capability to our phasers to
avoid borg shield adaptions. The thing that bothered me was my inability to
feel the holographic borg usually in alien encounters I focus on them to fuel
my anger but I couldn't feel them which was terribly frustarting. But I was
glad I didn't grab a phaser and run out like a maniac and shoot everyborg
which is what I wanted to do I controlled my anger and knew anything I
learned would help the ship.

Author: EnsTaylor
Subject: Re:USS FEDERATION Briefings/Lo
Date: 1/12/97 8:50 PM EDT

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::EnsTaylor shuts down personal log and brings up duty log::

Today I was assigned to the science lab to monitor all incoming borg
technology.
I was able to examine one borg and It was a fascinating experience. I
learned how they intergrated flesh to machine and how they were able to
communicate via a collective. Than when the Mission was over I ponedered on
how to fix the shield adaption problem and thought perhaps a randomiser chip
could be installed to constantly shift phaser frequencies constantly

Author: LtMickla
Subject: SD 9701.13
Date: 1/14/97 1:31 PM EDT

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Computer, open duty log
Log opened.

Today, the Federation was ready for the galaxy again. As I headed toward
a TL, I saw Seth. The two of us decided to go onboard together and we beamed
over. While we were looking for our quarters, I was told that my quarters
were not with the other junior officer's quarter, which I found to be
peculiar. So, I contined with Seth to see his.
Apparently, he was not happy that his "stuff" was in storage. A senior
officer meeting was called, Seth ran off and I decided to see the new
sickbay. Gramling was already in there and he gave me a hypo to get rid of
this infernal itching. ::Begins to scratch at her nose:: I continued to
feel quite ill when a staff meeting was called.
Ariell discussed the new arboretum, which sounds like a good idea. Ensign
Roberts received a well deserved promotion. I too received a promotion to
Cheif Medical Officer, since Rogue decided to become a full time counselor.
Afterwards, I began to feel sick, and like any other Klingon, went out
drinking....

Close duty log.
Duty log closed.

Author: Lt1Maarek
Subject: maak's log 9701.12
Date: 1/14/97 4:32 PM EDT

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First Liuetenant Maarek Stele
Chief of Engineering
Duty Log
SD: 9701.12

Computer Open Duty Log
Computer> Opened.... recording

Well Today was the Day our Lives started to get back to normal. We Had
Reboard the Federation After the upgrades had been completed. I Went and
Gathered my things and boarded the Fed Via the Docking Coller And Stoped mid
way to admire the ship.
I then went to Deck 8a where our quarters are located that is mine and
Dalinn's. I unpacked and looked around before Dalinn came over I wanted
everything to be perfect.
After I had Finished that I Went to the New Engineering which now is a
Total of 3 Decks 35-37. I am Very happy that Engineering is So Large and that
it seem to be one of the most advanced Engineerings in the Fleet<<IT IS TO
ME>> also we now have upgraded the Ships memory and we now use BioNeural Gel
Packs. I am Still getting antiquated with the new systems but it is not that
new.
Shortly after my Brief tour a Meeting was Called in Ten Forward. I
arrived not too late but was one of the stragalers. I listened and watched as
Ariell Spoke of what is upcoming and about the NEW Arboretum. I am pleased to
say I will be helping in the construction of it.
I have Been Going threw the Ship Making Sure Everything is
Functioning Properly. So Far Everything Seem to be in Working Order. I have
Been looking over Sick bay and Stellar Cart. Namely Because Sick bay is one
of the Ships Vital Areas Stellar Cart. Because it is Bran new. Also I have
been looking over the Bridge's Stations Which all are in Top Working order...
Also the Design has change on the Helm and Ops Consoles I think the whole
Bridge was remodled. I am Still Going threw my Check list of
things to Check I Believe in Diagnostic's but First Hand Checking is always
more reliable not that the computer can't do it.

Computer End Log
Computer> Closed... Saved

Author: LtCmdrWing
Subject: Wingt duty log 9701.15
Date: 1/15/97 11:12 PM EDT

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Lt. Cmdr. Wingnt
Cheif Science Officer
USS Federation
SD 9701.15

Computer, open duty log.

This week we were able to move into our new quarters aboard the Federation.
The crew spent some time getting aquatinted with their rooms and their new
work stations. There was also a meeting of Rogue, Maarek, the Captain and
myself regarding the new arboretum. Plans were discussed and will be
implemented shortly. The crew will be allowed to request the arboretum
contain some plants from their homeworld but will be subject to inspection by
the science department to insure safety. Lt Micklach was
promoted to Cheif Medical Officer and Ens Roberts was promoted to Lt. Junior
Grade.
Computer, close log.

Author: LtJAW
Subject: Re:USS FEDERATION Briefings/Lo
Date: 1/16/97 6:31 PM EDT

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USS Federation
Assistant chief tactical officer Lt. JAW's
Duty log
Stardate: 9701.16

USF just finished the refit of the Federation. They left the
two warp cores intact; so at least that was good. We'll be
leaving space dock tomorrow to capture Capt. Szak I think.

Author: LtSeth
Subject: Lt Seth Duty Log SD 9701.16
Date: 1/16/97 8:53 PM EDT

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=/\=Lieutenant Kidran Seth=/\=
=/\=Duty Log=/\=
=/\=SD9701.16=/\=

::Seth walks back into his quarters buzzed off Mountain Dew::
Hi computer, any messages for me?
Computer>Affirmative, there is one message for you. Would you like to
view it, sir?
Yeah, put it through on my desk terminal.
::Seth walks over to his desk, takes a seat, and pushes a button on his
desk terminal::

::The Starfleet emblem coalesces on screen as names and ranks scroll
across; time and date too. Shortly after, a familliar face blips on screen::
Hello, Seth. I wish this message could be in person but I don't have
time, got family and friends to get in touch with.
::The person on screen smiles::
God, I can't wait to see you again. It's been such a long time. You need
to get back to Earth sometime so we can touch up on old times. I just sent
this to tell you I'm okay and on Earth. See ya later.

::Seth sits staring at the screen smiling... then spontaneously trying
to hold back tears::
Yes, yes we do, Paul.
::Seth gets up and marches around his quarters::
Computer, open duty log.
Computer>Log opened, you may begin recording when ready.

Today was a pretty uneventful day onboard. We got to roam around and
test out the new refits and such, find our quarters, and get orientated.
::Chuckles a little::
Although I think Starfleets maids could do a little better job cleaning
up. None of my stuff was where I left it. The captain held a meeting to
discuss some of the new features onboard such as the arboretum which I plan
to have a large part in. I love plants and flora, which reminds me, my
quarters are looking a little drab.
Computer, close duty log and open personal log, please.

Log closed and saved, opening personal log...

Author: CaptAriell
Subject: Memo: Engineering
Date: 1/19/97 12:03 AM EDT

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From Captain Ariell's Desk
SD 9612.19

Intership Memo
To: First Lieutenant Maarek
CC: Engineering Department

SD 9612.19

Re: Request to Enlarge Quarters

Maarek and the Engineering Deaprtment,

I have received your request to change the ship's internal structure by
making two sets of quarters into one. I have CC'd your Engineering
dpeartment so that a record of this memo will be there as well.

I have decided to grant your request as long as I am able to see your plans
befor eyou proceed. Since you are the acting Chief of the engineering
department, I am sure that you are considering what structural effects such a
change would have on our ship.

Please keep me informed of your progress. I am glad that you are deciding to
keep your family onboard as well.

Author: CaptAriell
Subject: Captain's Log SD 9612.22
Date: 1/19/97 12:05 AM EDT

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::Ariell sits on the Bridge right before the away team is beamed up::

Captain's log SD 9612.22

We have left Earth's orbit to map a nebula on the outskirts of Federation
space. During the process of mapping the nebula a planet was picke dup on
the ship's sensors. Lieutenant Commander Wing remained on Earth so our
newest Ensign, Roberts was in charge of the science department. He did a
fine job under the pressure that he was subjected to.

Roberts, JAW and Mike all found different things on the sensors concerning
the planet. They detected a storm in the atmosphere of the planet, but it
was able to sustain humanoid life. Some ancient ruins of some sort were also
detected.

I gave Joval the Bridge at the beginning of the mission, so that I could
retreat to the ready room to review some transmissions on the current Maqui
situation. When I returned to the Bridge the investigations were already
begining and Joval had ordered for an away team. Mike was chosen to lead the
away team that consisted of security officers and himself.

We are unsure of exactly what was happening on the planet because we lost
contact with them shortly after they beamed to the sureface. A beam that was
determined to have come from the planet has latched ont our ship and we are
attempting to break free.

The Federation's fine officers have discovered that a cycle is involved in
this whole situation. We are timing the cycle right now to lock ono the away
team to get them back. When the AT gets onboard we are hoping to have more
answers.

Sir !! The window is opening.

Computer close log and secure.

Prepare to beam them out of there. Now !!

Author: CaptAriell
Subject: Captain's Log SD 9701.06
Date: 1/19/97 12:08 AM EDT

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Computer begin duty log authorization Thomas 3.
>Begin when ready

Captain's Log SD 9701.06

I am currently onboard the USS Hermes in the temporary guest quarters
provided to me and my crew. Those that wished to have followed me to the
Hermes to attend the wedding of Fleet Captain Semino and Commander Bethany
Duncan.

Both officers were previously stationed on the USS Federation. I do believe
that the Federation was even their first posts after graduation. It was
annmounced that Fleet Captain Semino was leaving the Hermes to take on a
position at the academy, teaching the future sciece officers.

It was an enjoyable time by all that attended. I ran into Fleet Captain
Tnagra at the wedding as well, he was Semino's best man. When I talked with
my former Commanding Officer, I found out that he was retiring back to his
home planet of Tama. He has been offered a position there, that he has
accepted.

I was Beth's, maid of honor, an honor which I was ever so happy to fulfill,
but more on that in my personal logs.

I will be returning, wih the crew that came with me, to the shipyards where
our ship, the USS Federation is being refitted. We have temporary quarters
at the shipyards so that the crews can work freely throughout the ship. I am
anxious to see what they do to the Federation. I have a meeting scheduled
with the director upon my return.

Computer close log and secure.
>File closed and secured

Author: CaptAriell
Subject: Captain's Log SD 9701.12
Date: 1/19/97 12:09 AM EDT

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::Ariell returns to her quarters after the meeting in ten forward. She
quickly unfastens the collar that has been restraining her breathing all
night. Her frustrations at the shipyards and crew have mounted::

I can't believe that I wasn't furnished with the full specs for the upgrades.
How was I supposed to explain it all to them.

::Ariell sets the PADD down on her desk:: And they really didn't want to
hear them anyways. Half the time they kept talking amongst themselves. Why
did I even bother?

::Ariell sits back in her chair and composes a memo to the shipyards. When
she is finished she gets up and starts to pace the room::

Computer begin duty log authorization Thomas 3.
>Begin when ready

Captain's Log SD 9701.12

We were allowed to reboard the USS Federation today. She has finished being
refitted, with newer and more improved capabilities. I was furnished with
the partial schematics of the refits. I have requested the complete
schematics to be delivered to me as soon as possible.

Engineering remains intact, but the computer core has been upgraded. The
M-13 Duotronics computer system that we used to have has been replaced with a
M-14 Bioneural system. I have been informed that this computer system is
comparable to that of the USS Voyager, that was lost in the line of duty,
except that this system is even more advanced than theirs was. There have
been modifications to make the bioneural gel pack system even more efficient
in starships. The gel packs will hold more information
than our old system. Even with everything uploaded from our previous
missions, we have plenty of space to record our up and coming missions.

I had a few discussions with Command about our saucer warp systems. They
sorely advised against keeping them. It seems that many flaws have been
found in that system. At this time, I didn't want to stay in spacedock long
enough to have those types of modifications made. Different members of the
crew expressed complete disgust at losing the saucer warp drive. At this
time it will stay, but Command is pressuring heavily still. I might have to
give in shortly.

We did receive the space and modifications for Stellar Cartography. The
Science department seemed pleased with this. The Science department will
also be working on a project with Engineering and a few others to construct
an Arboretum on this ship. I have asked for a meeting of all those involved
shortly. We should know more about designs and such then.

It has become apparent that this ship needs a bit more discipline in the
ranks. The change of command has been rough on all of us, and things are
changing, but the fact remains that the crew is lacking in certain
principles. This became evident at tonight's meeting and the promotions that
followed. Hardly anyone remained silent, constant side comments and
conversations were going on. Also several crew members were late to the
meeting or didn't even show until way into the meeting and promotions. I
realize that I am also stressed, but this kind of behavior needs to end. I
shall see what I can do to try to show that silence needs to be maintained.
It will be a hard thing to do because I am not a dictator, nor do I wish to
be seen as such.

I have received a communique from Starfleet. We will be leaving this part of
space shortly.

Computer close log and secure.
>File closed and secured.

Author: CaptAriell
Subject: Starfleet Communication
Date: 1/19/97 12:09 AM EDT

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::Ariell is on the Bridge during Beta shift's rotation to see how the new
crew is fairing with the refits. Everyone is working at their stations
preparing for the departure from the shipyards:: ~~I just hope that there
aren't any glitches that the crew hasn't already found::

::Lieutenant Charles at OPS breaks Ariel's concentration:: Captain, there is
an incoming transmission from Starfleet Command.

Onscreen Lieuteannt.

Sir it is marked priroty gold, for your eyes only.

::Ariell nods:: Patch it through to my ready room on a secure channel.
::Ariell walks towards her ready room. She sits behind her desk::

Computer decode message authrization Ariell 5 Thomas 4.

>::Admiral MCKenzie's face appears on her screen:: Good Evening Captain.

Good Evening Sir. What can I do for you?

>We have received reports from our sources on Romulus.

::Ariell sits back in her chair paying attention to every word::

>It seems that we have a problem. On SD 9612.09 the assassinations of
Proconsul Neral and Senator Qui'linn was reported to us by one of our
operatives.

::Ariell nods:: I trust that this information has been verified. ::She
can't believe that someone was actually able to get clsoe enough to assinate
anyone on Romulus::

>Yes. We received the verification a couple of days ago. We need you to
investigate into this matter. We believe that a little known, but growing,
Vulcan faction is responsible.

Have we heard anythign directly fromt he Romulans?

>No, they have not made any formal announcements as of this time. We are not
sure who they will suspect in this matter, but you and I both know that they
will suspect a Starfleet ploy first. We need to make sure that Starfleet is
not blamed for this one.

Aye sir. Do you have a plan in mind?

>You have a Lieutenant stationed on your vessel that will be of great
assistance to you. His name is Lieutenant Jertak Andarsis Weknar (Lt JAW) or
JAW as others call him. He is an expert in Romulan affairs and he was an
acquaintance of the Senator. I feel that he can assist in this
investigation. I have already sent him a message as well informing him of
the current situation.

::Ariell nods her approval:: Agreed sir. I shall get in touch with him. We
are at the shipyards right now, but we can finish our checks and be on our
way by 2030 hours SD 9701.18.

>Make it so Captain, and keep me informed of your progess. Starfleet is very
interested in the capture of this individual in charge of the Su'kurn
faction. Try to take him alive if possible. He needs to be tried for these
crimes. I have attached what we know about the Sukurn and Captain Sazk to a
separately crypted message. Remember that this is on a need to know basis.

Aye sir. ::Ariell downloads the file to be sure she has it. It pops on the
side of her screen as received::

::Admiral McKenzie nods:: Then you have your orders Captain. Starfleet out.

::Ariell sits back in her chair contemplting her next move. She knows that
she needs to talk to JAW, she also prepares memos to tactical and security::

That should take care of some of the preparations. ::Ariell sits back in her
chair contemplating things:: We will be ready for them.

Author: CaptAriell
Subject: Memo: Tactical
Date: 1/19/97 12:10 AM EDT

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From Captain Ariell's Desk
SD 9701.18

Intership Memo
To: Tactical Department

We will be leaving the shipyards no later than 2030 hours on SD 9701.19. We
may be encoutering resistance in the very near future after disembarking.
Please make sure that all weapons are at their peak of perfection. Make sure
that all of the new modifications are intact and no glitches are present.

Please coordinate with Security on preparing a serious of battle drills for
upcoming shift rotations. They can be scheduled for the holodeck for all
shifts during the third rotation of their schedules. Drills will also be
coordinated through the Bridge for those shifts that I oversee.

Again make sure that all weapons are accounted for and all procedures
finalized by our departure from the shipyards. Please send a report on the
systems efficiences to me ASAP.

Sincerely,
Captain Ariell Johannson-Riker
Commanding Officer
USS Federation

Author: CaptAriell
Subject: Memo: Security
Date: 1/19/97 12:11 AM EDT

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From Captain Ariell's Desk
SD 9701.18

Intership Memo
To: Security Department
Chief of Security Dalinn

We are preparing to leave the shipyards no later than 2030 on SD 9701.19.
There are a few things that I would like to have accomplished during our
upcoming missions. Certain things need to be accomplished before the
departure on Sunday.

The Science department has modified a previously used modification to the had
held phasers on the USS Enterprise. Lieutenant Commander Data came up with
the original schematics for a frequency changing chip to be installed into
the had held phasers for those species and security defenses that have
autmatic immunites after using a frequency. I wish to have these chips that
Ensign Taylor has made installed into half of our hand held phasers. He has
tested them, and I this modification passes my tests
for use, Please install these chips ASAP.

Secondly we are going to be heading into a mision of a security nature. I
need to make sure that your officers are properly trained. Please see to it
that the Combat Training Center is utilized for hand to hand combat training
and all other forms of weaponry and security tactics. All shifts shoudl be
training on their second rotational shifts except for those teams that are
training with the tactical department. Those training withthe tactical
department will be training on the thrid rotational
shift. Please set up these training sessions with your officers.

Please inform me if you are in need of any supplies for the security
department. I need to know that we are ready at a moments notice to move
into a dangerous situation. We will be moving into hostile terrority, and
they must be prepared.

Sincerely,
Captain Ariell Johannson-Riker
Commanding Officer
USS Federation

Author: LtDar007
Subject: Re:USS FEDERATION Briefings/Lo
Date: 1/19/97 11:31 AM EDT

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Computer Open Duty Log>

Well we moved into the new and improved USS Federation so to speak.
Basically today we got aquainted with the new ship and then met in Ten
Forward Lounge for a crew meeting. I seemed to be very hyperactive at the
meeting. I think someone added caffiene in my nachos. I asked for a hypo to
calm me down but i didn't get anything at all. From now on I'm gonna scan my
nachos for anything that hasn't been there before.

Computer End Duty Log>

Author: LTjROBERTS
Subject: Re:USS FEDERATION Briefings/Lo
Date: 1/19/97 1:05 PM EDT

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LIEUTENANT (jg) ROBERTS
DUTY LOG: SD 9701.12
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The USS Federation is now refit and ready for duty. I requested
permission to use a shuttle to carry my experiments back to the ship. I was
granted permission. I loaded my equipment onto the new shuttlecraft SAGAN and
left the spacedock enroute to
our newly refurbished starship.
All went by the numbers and I performed a visual an informal inspection
of the ships hull. I observed the final touches of our registry and call
letters being painted on the hull . She is a fine ship.
I requested docking procedures and the Federation ordered me to setdown
in shuttlebay Alpha, and I did as ordered.
Once aboard, I was approached by the Officer of the Flight Deck, Lt
Rolands. He requested my security clearance and Starfleet I.D. and I
responded to both. He then requested if he could be of assistance.
I handed my personal effects over to Rolands for transfer to my
quarters. He obliged happily. I then requested use of the cargo transporters
for which I was granted and transported my experiments to Science Lab Five.
Commander Wing ordered me to oversee the transfer of shipboard
experiments from their temporary storage to their proper locations aboard
ship and I did so.
Captain Ariell held an Officers Meeting in Ten-Forward, of which I
attended. The Captain notified us of some systems modifications and
equipment.
During this meeting I was promoted from Ensign to Lt.jg.

LIEUTENANT jg ROBERTS
ASSISTANT SCIENCE OFFICER
USS FEDERATION

Author: FsLtDalinn
Subject: Duty Log SD 9601.06
Date: 1/20/97 12:59 AM EDT

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Author: FsLtDalinn
Subject: Dalinns Log SD 9701.20
Date: 1/20/97 11:40 PM EDT

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First Lieutenant Dalinn Renne
Chief of Security
Duty Log
Stardate 9701.20

Computer, Begin Log.

Computer> Recording

I arrived on duty late again because of "family time." I took my station
and there was a new ensign working Security named Scott. We were being
fired on by some ships and there were two Grilk ships on either side of us. I
scanned the ship for any strange Security things and noticed some sort of
anomoly on Deck 28, either that or somebody was draining the pool.

Scott went to investigate, then Captain Ariell told me to head the away
team to the planet to find the terrorist. I was a little confused at first
since I was late but I eventually got down to Transporter Room three. I left
Dar in charge of Security and I know I'll make sure he's on the next away
team to give him a little excitement.

Sela came from engineering, JAW from Tactical, Scott to help me out, Kavar
from medical, and Rogue because she seemed pretty bored (besides you never
know, somebody could go crazy down there). <anybody else?> I was disappointd
Maarek wasn't on duty but then we hopped onto the transporter pads and beamed
down to the surface. The planet was nice except the weather was all cloudy
and dark. Sure brought back memories...

We scanned the planet and put our phasers on heavy stun. The encampment
seemed to be a half a mile away and we headed towards it.

Computer, End Log and Save.

Computer> Log Ended and Saved

Author: LTjROBERTS
Subject: LTjgROBERTS DUTY LOG:9701.19
Date: 1/23/97 3:16 PM EDT

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LT.jg ROBERTS DUTY LOG SUPPLIMENTAL:
SD: 9701.19

BEGIN LOG ENTRY:
Now that the Federation has its hands on a Jem Hadar Warship, my duties have
become greatly varied. Due to this new aquisition, I was sent off-ship to the
Qualor Shipyards just outside Bajoran space. Starfleet wants a trained
professional to handle the ships refit and systems analysis. I have informed
Command that I have no interest in leaving my current post. If they wish, I
will oversee their progress via Private Communiques and progress reports.
Command agreed on one condition: That I visit the
shipyards and help jump-start the program. I agreed and have spent the past
four days organizing and implimenting the proposed program.

Now that the ship has been powered and refit has begun, I am enroute back to
the Federation to continue with my normal duties. Captain Ariell will surely
be upset at my lack of divulgience about this project. However, Command had
ordered my lips sealed until I returned. Then, I can inform ONLY my
commanding officer.

I understand all this cloak and dagger, but it is working my nerves raw.

END LOG ENTRY.

LIEUTENANT (jg) ROBERTS
ASSISTANT SCIENCE OFFICER
USS FEDERATION

Author: LtDar007
Subject: Re:USS FEDERATION Briefings/Lo
Date: 1/23/97 10:29 PM EDT

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Computer Open Duty Log>

Well our mission today was to capture Captain Sazk, a vulcan terrorist
which I have not seen many of. At the beginning of my duty i scanned the
security systems for any glitches of any sort that may have occured. A new
ensign came in and I assigned him to do some scans of the security system
just to briefly check to see if i didn't miss anything.

His name is Scooter. Ok so thats not his real name but its what i call
him. Dalinn came a bit late due to personal matters and sent scooter and I
to deck 28 to go check something out. Scooter ran although i insisted that
it was not a logical idea to run into something we don't know. While we were
searching Dalinn ordered Scooter to go on the AT with her.

I stayed on the ship and Mick reported a problem in sickbay. When i got
there i saw she was being attacked. I grabbed the attacker and performed the
Vulcan Neck Pinch. Then I put the culprit in the brig.

Computer End Duty Log>

Author: LCmdrSela
Subject: Sela's duty log
Date: 1/23/97 10:30 PM EDT

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Sela opens her tricorder and punches a few buttons. She whispers, "Open
duty log and save for upload to Federation Computer."
The tricorder bleeps.
"It is my first day back aboard the Federation after my Leave of Absence.
I am now on an away mission to the planet Gilnar. We are searching for the
Vulcan purist/renegade Captain Sazk. I have been sent on this mission
because I have had personal dealings with the purists. My knowledge is not
extensive, but I have been led to believe that it's all we really have. If
we, for some reason, must talk to this man, I believe I might be the one they
need for the job. I am Vulcan and Romulan, so I may
look like him, but I have no real qualms about lying a little to make him
believe me.
"End log."
The tricorder bleeps again.

Author: Lt1Mike32
Subject: Lt1Mike's Duty Log SD 9701.24
Date: 1/24/97 5:13 PM EDT

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Computer, Begin Duty Log.

{S Beep}

We have been ordered to go to Grilk space in search of Captain Sazk who is a
dangerous terrorist. JAW is going to lead this mission, due to his knowledge
of Romulans. We intercepted one of their ships and we could not talk
peacefully so they want to fight. I suggested that we could up some
hologram's out in space to scare them away. They seem to talk in a
"VERB-NOUN" way, not "NOUN-VERB" or they just reverse the words, an example
KILL WE MUST. We found a hole but they were trying to block it, we
need to lower our shield and beam up the AT. We were able to beam up the AT.

::Looks at picture in quarters::

Computer, End Duty Log.

{S Beep}

Author: LtCmdrWing
Subject: Wingnt Duty log 9701.24
Date: 1/25/97 2:00 AM EDT

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Lt. Cmdr. Wingnt
Chief Science Officer
USS Federation
Duty Log - SD 9701.24

**Computer open duty log**

We headed out from the shipyards to the planet Gilnar to capture the
terrorist Capt Sazk, a Vulcan terrorist from the Su'Kum faction. Our orders
were to retrieve him at all costs. When entering the Grilk space we
encountered some resistance which we continue to fight. An away team was
sent to the planet surface to find Sazk.

**Computer close duty log**

Author: LtJAW
Subject: Duty Log
Date: 1/25/97 3:58 PM EDT

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USS Federation
Assistant chief tactical officer Lt. JAW's
Duty log
Stardate: 9701.25

We departed for Gilnar VII after receiving a message from
Starfleet command, Instructing us to proceed to Gilnar VII to
apprehend the Vulcan terrorist, Captain Szak.
When we arrived in system we were intercepted by 6 Grilk ship
who began to fire on us. I returned fire and destroyed one of
ships forming the blockade and we snuck through the gap that
the ship left. We destroyed a few more ships and we finally
arrived at the planet.
An away team including myself was beamed down to the surface to
capture Szak. We beamed down about a quarter mile south of the
base, In an area of thick jungle. some form of rodent like
animal attacked us but we managed to fight it off. Are
objective now is to enter the fortress and capture Szak. Based
on my scans from the ship the Su'Kurn Fortress is a converted
Grilk temple with high tech defence systems in place. Grilk
architecture has a general theme of being twisting and
maze-like with a single central nexus.

Tactical analysis of Grilk ship #1:
Class: Medium patrol craft.
Ship Status: Medium damage.
Shields: 33%. Moderate damage to primary & backup generators.
Cloak: Heavy Damage, nonfunctional.
Disrupters: Medium damage, fully charged.
Photon Torpedo Launchers: 12 torpedoes remaining, no damage.
Impulse Drive: Moderate damage, operating at 1/3 efficiency.
Warp Drive: Heavy damage, current top speed is warp 3.
Cargo: 50 space mines (Unarmed).
Hostile?: Yes.
Origin: Grilk County of Xaos.
Current Location: Orbiting Gilnar VII.

Tactical analysis of Grilk ship #2:
Class: Light patrol craft.
Ship Status: Medium damage.
Shields: 12%. Failing.
Cloak: Light damage.
Disrupters: Heavy damage, nonfunctional.
Photon Torpedo Launchers: Light damage, 8 Torpedoes remaining.
Impulse Drive: Operational.
Warp Drive: Heavy damage, top speed is warp 1.
Cargo: None.
Hostile?: Yes.
Origin: Grilk County of Xaos.
Current Location: Near Gilnar VII.

Tactical analysis of Grilk ship #3:
**Grilk ship #3 has been destroyed**

Tactical analysis of Grilk ship #4:
**Grilk ship #4 has been destroyed**

Tactical analysis of Grilk ship #5:
Class: Medium Frigate.
Ship Status: Light Damage.
Shields: 62%.
Cloak: Light damage.
Disrupters: Light damage.
Photon Torpedo Launchers: Medium Damage, 30 torpedoes left.
Impulse Drive: Light Damage to port ion engine.
Warp Drive: Undamaged.
Cargo: Unknown.
Hostile?: Yes.
Origin: Grilk county of Xaos.
Current Location: Near Gilnar VII.

Tactical analysis if Grilk ship #6:
**Grilk ship #6 has been destroyed**

Tactical analysis of Grilk threat force(s):
Hostile?: Yes.
Alliances: Grilk Barony of Ik, the Barony of Vrij & Su'Kurn
terrorists.
Enemies: All other Grilk Baronies, Counties, Kingdoms,
Fiefdoms, and Duchies, The Federation.
Territory of the Grilk County of Xaos: 2 sectors.
Technology Level: Below Starfleet.
Fleet: 18 Assorted craft, in varying conditions.
Population of Barony of Xaos: 3,035,219,000.
Government Structure: Semi-Feudal.
Current Leader: Count Aknar of Xaos.
Strengths: Allied with the Su'Kurn.
Weaknesses: Technically inferior.
Major Industries: Weapons, food, explosives. (Under Federation
trade sanctions)

Author: LtJAW
Subject: Duty Log Part 2
Date: 1/25/97 3:59 PM EDT

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Tactical analysis of Su'Kurn threat force(s):
Hostile?: Yes.
Alliances: Grilk county of Xaos & The Barony of Vrij, others
are unknown.
Enemies: The Federation, The Romulan Empire, Vulcan government.
Territory of the Su'Kurn: N/A.
Technology Level: Very high.
Fleet: 3 Stolen Starfleet runabouts. Others are unknown.
Population: Membership is suspected to be in the tens of
thousands.
Government Structure: N/A.
Current Leader: Captain Szak.
Strengths: Unknown.
Weaknesses: Unknown.
Major Industries: N/A.

Author: Lt1Maarek
Subject: Arboretum Duty Log 9701.25
Date: 1/26/97 12:45 PM EDT

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First Lieutenant Maarek Stele
Chief Engineer
Arboretum Constrution Log
SD: 9701.25
Computer Open Log

Computer> Your Log is Open

Well The Ground Work is almost Finished we Still have a Few Areas that
are incomplete. Also We are having Minor Problems with getting the Waterfall
Structure Stablized it is not built yet but the models show after a couple
Photon Torps hit the ship it will collapse which is unexceptible. I am Of
Course Working on newer models. I think I might have found one that Works but
it needs more Testing. Also I have Given the Go ahead to Start the Dirt to
Come in and be put down in the Areas that Are
Finished.
I have Gotten the Water for the Water Fall Plans Out I Have it Set
up to Use the Same Water and filter and Cycle So to keep it Fresh and Clear.
Although the Actual Falls aren't up yet.
Also I have I hope Gotten all the portable Envromental Units We
Need. I haven't Gotten a Number From Rogue or Wing Yet So I just made a
Logical Guess and Brought 10 We will most likely need more But i didn't want
to get 25 and we only need 20 That Would Level us with extra Ones which we do
not need.
I am Hoping To Finish up the Ground Work for the Dirt Placement
Next Week Some Time Possibly Later Since the Whole Area near the Waterfall
Placement isn't Complete so we may need to Change some of the Dirt Place ment
this should not be a problem.
Also The Upper Viewer or Ceiling Has Been Finished I am Pleased to
Report you can make it Appear to be Several Different Places; Bajor, Earth,
Vulcan, Cardassia, and Others. Which will let the person or Persons to be
able and set the mood.

Computer Close Log

Computer> Your Log is Closed and Saved.

::Sits back:: I think this is going to be a Great.

Author: FsLtJalara
Subject: Logs...
Date: 1/26/97 6:49 PM EDT

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USS Agamemnon
Stardate: 9701.26
FsLtJalara
Duty Log
We got out of the nutral zone alive, and that's more than I expected
concidering all the problems we had. The cloak wouldn't work, the sensor aray
broke, and the console blew up in Solo's face, and Jora and Mavrk got sick. I
didn't have much to do, so I dcided to go down to Engineering and visit Jora.
I found her crouched behind a console having some kind of breakdown. Uhura
send a holographic doctor, but I teleported Jora to sickbay and unimployed
the hologram. I'm worried about Mavrk too. When I went
to Sickbay he was there. Something was horribly wrong with his skin, and
even though I hardly know him, I'm a little worried. The Hood came and
escorted us to Starbase 202, so I guess we'll do some repairs there.

Author: FstLtRogue
Subject: CSEC duty log SD9701.27
Date: 1/28/97 12:37 AM EDT

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DUTY LOG
FstLt. Rogue Quodlibet
Chief of Security

SD9701.27

Rogue finished breaking down the last box and placed it in the closet, for
later usage. She looked around her new office, satisfied, and far more
pleased than she would willingly admit to anybody. She had really missed
working in Security. She adjusted a bat'leth on the wall, stepping back to
critique the display of hand weapons she had collected over the past few
years.

The piece she was proudest of was her S'harien dagger, which she always
carried in a cunningly concealed sheath. The dagger was priceless, but it
held a lot of meaning for her.

~~"Passive," hee hee~~ She remembered what Edenic had told her. She settled
into the big chair behind the desk and pulled up her work station. She began
looking through the security personnel roster, noting who the ACSEC was. She
didn't know him very well, she would have to set up a meeting with him ASAP.

She also noted that the same people tended to get assigned to the same
security stations day after day. ~~How boring! I want my team to be
well-rounded...~~ She began setting up a training schedule and new duty
rotations. Two manditory training sessions per week, a drill schedule... her
fingers moved rapidly across the keypad. Sharper than a blade, quicker than a
whip; there was nothing more pleasing than a well-oiled security team in
action.

Rogue had taken full advantage of the combat training room, keeping herself
in shape, and her reflexes quick. ~~Mmm, I wish the Loth had had a CTR like
we've got!~~ She leaned back, looking over her preliminary schedule, before
posting it to Ariell for approval. She was glad that Ariell had given her the
position, and she was going to do her best to see she lived up to the
Captain's expectations.

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