Dragon Slayers On Patrol

(1) Dragon Slayers Recon squadron lead by Captain Kahn prepares to launch from the Heavy Cruiser nicknamed The Wraith's Night Terror: Shadow hunters. Commanding Officer Admiral Merc

Shadow Hunter heavy cruiser While patrolling the outer reaches of the Empire " the word is given to launch. Good Luck Recon Squadren Dragon Slayers. Have a safe partol."

Captain Kahn<< "Dragon slayers launch lets see if we have a dragon to slay today or just target practice"

On the Gama Colony ship with over a million refugees

Cleopatra Gama rushes to the City command center where she sees Advisor Ester, Mayor Addy jack and Security Officer Kelsy. ((and roll em))

Advisor Ester reads from the Gammerian holy book of Fnord as she waits, noting Cleopatra's entrance

Capt Kahn<< "Slayers we have an unknown bogie on sensors. sending the target to the group. Set speed to max slayers"

Four Dragon Slayer heavy fighters start rushing towards the unknown object (Gama Colony ship)

On the Gama Colony ship

Kelsy As Security<< I'm not one to panic, but. We just picked up some unidentified flying objects. And they're moving fast. We don't have much in the way of defense, so who's gonna get the first seat in the lifeboat?

Advisor Ester "Perhaps we might consider trying to contacting these vessels before assuming the worst, Kelsy?"

Captain Kahn<< "Admiral we have a contact. sending you the target info we are on approach will wait your orders"

On the Gama Colony ship

Addy Jack<< I agree with Council Ester Nico. With all the refugees on this ship, panic is the last thing you wanna have.

Cleopatra Gama sighs and looks at the big radar screen. "Do we know anything about them? I mean, how are they armed? They might be peaceful. "

Four Raptor Class fighters from the Dragon Slayers Squadron come into visual range of the Colony ship

Admiral Merc< "Captain Kahn have they tried to contact you? You need to determine their intent."

On the Colony ship the tention begins to build as Kelsy says: "Shoot! Peaceful, my aunt Fanny! Those are Clearly warships. Fighters.

Addy Jack asks Advisor Ester, what do you think?

(3) Capt Kahn<< "Admiral, Initiating a deep scan of the object for life, weapons and defense capabilities. patching to the results back to your cruiser"

Cleopatra Gama<< "Doctor Nico, are you able to sense anything from those fighters?"

Admiral Merc<< reviewing the scans sent to me. " have there been any communication with them?"

Advisor Ester Nico << "hmm, beyond they seem agressive by their movement, no, I would need... more personal contact"

Cleopatra Gama << nods to acknowledge Advisor Ester

Capt Kahn<< "Admiral believe we can contact them now." pauses says over the fighter group coms "Sorry Slayers looks like we will not have a target practice today" Ajust the frequency to the proper channel. Thinking she was really hoping for target practice she gets a little disappointed. Figured it be hard to explain to the admiral why they blew a mobile colony of over a million on board.

Lt. Kelsy << Note to self. Ask the Council for some money so we can buy some defensive fighters. I mean as soon as we settle in. Assuming they are not gonna blow us to atoms today.

Captain Kahn<< "This is Captain Kahn of the Dragon Slayers squadron from Shadow Fox station. please respond"

Lt. Kelsy<< "OK, here it is, boss. They're putting through a message. Should I respond?"

Addy Jack<< "Yes, of course and remember. Keep it peaceful. Don't do anything to antagonize them."

Lt. Kelsy "This is mobile Colony Gamma 6. We read you loud and clear. Just want to let you know we come in peace. Repeat, we come in peace. That is all. Over. Roger Wilco." *chuckles Nervously. *

Cleopatra Gama << Notices Kelsey's somewhat abrasive humor.

Advisor Ester Nico << "Capitan Kahn seems to be frustrated" she mutters to Cleopatra.

Capt Kahn << "Admiral I have patched in the response from them to your ship. Do you have instructions?"

Cleopatra Gama<<*speaks to advisor Nico* "Do you think she might be trouble?"

Advisor Ester Nico << "Possibly"

Addy Jack<< looks at Doctor Ester Nico and Cleopatra with a worried glance.

Addy Jack<< *whispers to Doctor Ester Nico* "This is my first job as Colony Controller. I hope I don't get my city blown out from under me."

Advisor Ester Nico<< recalls were the Mobile Colony defenses budget ended up during her nocturnal perusing of Grant's computer files and sighs. The osmium plated swimming pools were doubtless worth it.

(5) Addy Jack<< "Yes. I see what you mean Doctor. Kelsey, open the channel again. " This is the city controller. I will agree if you allow me to send two representatives instead of just one. They will of course be unarmed. "

Lt. Kelsy << mutters "Better her than me."

Addy Jack<< "We await your response at your convenience."

Capt Kahn << "Admiral did you receive the request to send two representatives?"

Advisor Estor Nico<< "The partnership of mind and matter is one which has existed since the beginning of time and cannot be dissolved." she reads out loud from the Book of Fnord.

Admiral Merc << " I agree to the two representatives. Send them over with authority to negotiate for your group."

Addy Jack << "Thank you, Admiral. I will send two of my best members. they will depart as soon as possible."

Admiral Merc << " I look forward to meeting you."

Addy Jack << "Understood. Gamma 6 out." looks at Cleo and Doctor Nicotine. "Well, this is it. You two are the best negotiators we have. Don't let me down. "

Advisor Ester Nico << "Of course" she say bowing "The Sinisterhood is here too help."

Addy Jack << She smiles and returns the bow. "I'm sure. The exploits of your group are legendary. Here, take the doctor to the Launchpad and good luck."

Cleopatra Gama << "Yes ma'am."

Advisor Ester Nico << follows Cleo off the bridge

Capt Kahn << Gives the order for the Dragon slayers squadron to initiate the standard re con fly by over the Gama colony with weapons powered down

Cleopatra Gama << "This is E2003 requesting permission to depart."

Lt. Kelsy << "E2003 you are clear for departure and good luck."

>> The Envoy ship departs the city <<

Cleopatra Gama << "Colony six, this is the diplomatic team. We have arrived. We are now waiting to be picked up."

Cleopatra Gama << notices the Approach of the sexily clad Soldier.

Cleopatra Gama << "I am an advisor Cleopatra, and this is advisor Dr. Nicotine. We greet you in peace." (bows)

Advisor Ester Nico << smiles and bows looks arround the chamber

(7) Advisor Ester Nico << "Indeed, I am with the Doctors beyond Frontiers and these people were persecuted and driven from their home worlds by an evil warlord"

Admiral Merc<< " Very well, we could agree to provide you temporary passage to the Cyhnon system if that is what they like. It would be temporary because they need to arrange more permanent arrangements with the Regent or Empress. "

>> Nolae listens closely while she twirling a tiny dagger obviously a throwing weapon <<

>> The admiral's comms Beeps three times then buzzes two times indicating an urgent message <<

Cleopatra Gama << "We would be very grateful indeed, Admiral, and also if you could speak on our behalf with the Empress.' (She pauses and waits to see what the Admiral will say)

>> Advisor Ester Nico eyes dart from Nolae back to Admiral Merc <<

Advisor Ester Nico << "I would like to thank your government for this humanitarian gesture on behalf of the Doctors Beyond Frontiers, the Gammarian humanitarian crises as been a great tragedy"

>> Admiral Merc looks over to Nolae <<

Admiral Merc << "if you would watch them while I take care of this. I should be right back. Please excuse me."

>> Advisor Ester Nico turns and smiles at Nolae <<

>> Cleopatra Gama Gives the questioning look to Advisor Ester Nico <<

>> Night Serpent ships sighted, Much larger with numerous smaller ones along side <<

Capt Kahn << "Admiral sending you the sighting. We have detected a very large night serpent ship. It only was visible for maybe 10 seconds"

>> Admiral Merc makes note of the new information then returns <<

Admiral Merc << " thank you for waiting."

Advisor Ester Nico << smiles and bows "I trust all is well?"

Admiral Merc << " so far nothing of concern. " looks over the messages " it was a little blip."

Cleopatra Gama << She looks concerned. "Admiral, would you allow me to contact my envoy ship and warn them that there might be some danger? "

Admiral Merc << "I do think you should be on alert then. Our ships are on readiness alert."

Advisor Ester Nico << "Oh, is there a danger?"

Admiral Merc << " they have not presented any danger so far."

>> Nolae stands by as if she is guarding the Admiral now flipping two tiny black daggers. <<

Cleopatra Gama << "Yes, Admiral. " >> Holds her comm device to her mouth << "Pilot, this is Cleo. We've been told that there is some danger nearby. We suggest that you put your ship on yellow alert. "

(2) Capt Kahn<< "Admiral we will be in communication range soon. We will attempt to contact them before we .... " slight laugh is muffled as the comm channel is closed.

Advisor Ester responds to Addy jack<< "They are likely being cautious, we should identify ourselves on the standard channels"

Addy Jack< Agreed. Lieutenant Kelsy. I want you to start sending out peaceful signals to these people. And I mean peaceful. Don't add Lib and don't add anything that's gonna get us killed. Is that clear?

Lt. Kelsy responds "Alright, right. You can count on me to send out the dove of peace. All I can say is hold on to your butts."

Cleopatra Gama looks on with Rising anxiety, but doesn't dare to say anything. Tactical matters are not her specialty.

Cpat Kahn < "Admiral we are in comms range now. Scanning the object for signs of life and comms. Will send them a message soon"

Advisor Ester calmly watches the screen and notes the detection of active sensors from the Four fighters.

Admiral Merc " I am monitoring the hailing frequencies. Send out friendship messages. I do want them to respond before they get too close."

>> the fighters split up into groups of two forming up to criss cross over the object and then circle it <<

Lt. Kelsy << Oh shoot! They mean business! I guess now is as good a time as any to send that signal. This is mobile colony gamma six. We are coming in peace. Hopefully we won't leave in pieces.

Admiral Merc<< " Use discretion Captain Kahn. We do not want to start something that can be avoided. "

Capt Kahn << "Admiral understood , we are almost in in firing range should we power up our weapons?"

Lt. Kelsy Sending a repeat message. "This is mobile colony gamma six. We come in peace. Please acknowledge."

Addy Jack<< "Kelsey, maybe you should alert your Defense fighters, just in case."

Lt.Kelsy "Defense fighters, what do you think this is, a battleship? We'll be lucky if we can send janitors out to meet them."

Captain Kahn << "Dragon Slayers! record the message and patch it through to the admiral"

Admiral Merc << " Can you detect if they are powering any weapons? Just be on your guard and ready for any offensive action."

Lt. Kelsy<< "No response yet, boss. Sending out all peaceful frequencies."

Addy Jack << "keep trying..."

(4) Admiral Merc<< "Capt Kahn keep a close watch over them, to see if they make any aggressiveness. See if they want to send a representative to shadow fox station to meet with me."

Advisor Ester Nico<< "Steady there Addy, is not written that His Fndordship himself said "If the people really set their minds on anything it is impossible to prevent their getting what they want."

Addy Jack<< laughs nervously at advisor Ester saying.

Lt. Kelsy<< turns around looking annoyed "Will you guys stop muttering back there? You're making me nervous."

Captain Kahn<< "Roger Admiral will do"

Advisor Ester Nico<< smiles back to Kelsy showing a surprising number of teeth "Of course"

Lt.Kelsy<< does a double take. At the teeth. "Remind me not to let you get hungry."

Advisor Ester Nico<< blinks behind her sunglasses and closes her lips

Captain Kahn<< "mobile Colony Gamma 6, This is Capt Kahn of the Dragon slayers, Request you send a representative to Shadow Fox station." -- transmits coordinates -- "We will continue to circle your colony ship until your representatives are on the way to the station"

Advisor Ester Nico<< "Please ask how they propose we reach the station, Kelsy"

Addy Jack<< "Wait a second, Kelsey. I'll take this message myself. "This is Addy Jack, City controller. Can you guarantee the safety of our representative? "

Lt.Kelsy<< Looks confused, not sure who to take orders from. Finally, she shrugs. waits for a reply...

Captain Kahn << response to Addy "That is up to the Admiral. I like to powerup my weapons but the admiral has not given the order. I believe you are much safer if you go to Shadow fox station"

Lt. Kelsy<< says to her private group on the control bridge; 'Not It!"

Admiral Merc << After making necessary arrangements. " I will send the transponder frequencies for you to a arrive at Shadow fox station. Do not deviate from flight plan, then you will be safe for landing."

Cleopatra Gama<< (says to Addy jack) "Perhaps it would be safer if two of us go. I, of course, will be one volunteer. Doctor Nico, would you like to go with us? I think we could use your skills. "

Advisor Ester Nico<< mutters "Qis gígisai antí welmi gígisai atif" and then in a normal voice "Capitan Kahn seems nice, doesn't she?"

Capt Kahn<< repeats the message sent by the admiral making sure the colony ship received it

(6) Balam Nolae<< "Greetings the Admiral is waiting for you. I am Nolae"

Advisor Ester Nico<< "Greetings in the Proper forms. I am Dr A'dab"

Balam Nolae << "You may follow me. I will take you to the Admiral. Don't mind the commandos here they are in maintenance phase "

Cleopatra Gama << nods and looks at Dr. A'Dab (Ester Nico)

Advisor Ester Nico<< notes the cunning ploy of Balam using a mask, but the good dr is ready for this.

follows Nolae .. mutters to Cleo "Do you think the Commandos are self servicing?"

Cleopatra Gama << studies the row after row of Equipment as they pass following the guard. And wonders what the net worth is.

"Good question. I wonder of they are androids."

>> Admiral Merc looks over the reports <<

Balam Nolae << "Admiral here your guests from the colony ship"

Cleopatra Gama << bows to the admiral. "May you always be blessed with youth and beauty. It is a pleasure to meet you, Admiral. I am Cleopatra Gama. Although most just call me Cleo. "

Advisor Ester Nico<< smiles and bows to the Admiral "Greetings in the Proper Forms"

>> Admiral Mercedes "Merc" Verne steps out of the quarter with the latest reports to greet the ambassadors <<

Admiral Merc << " Greeting and welcome. A pleasure to meet both of you. "

Nolae << looks over the guests closely checking for any hint of telepath skills ...

Advisor Ester Nico << "We are pleased to be here" glancing at Nolae and then back to Admiral Verne.

Admiral Merc<< " what might I help you with while in the empire?"

Cleopatra Gama << "We are but humble travelers, Admiral. Refugees from war. If we could remain in this sector for some time. Perhaps conduct trade here, it could be beneficial to both of us.

(8) >> Cleopatra Gama (She holds the one side of conversation with the pilot.)

Cloepatra Gama << "What do you mean your space radar is not working? do the best you can.Cleo out."

Admiral Merc << >> looks over the reports on her PDA << " there is nothing happening now. they do seem to have vanished."

Advisor Ester Nico << "sighs, remember Grant used the navigation radar budget to build himself that Summer Palace. >> looking over the long range scan reports. <<

Admiral Merc<< " there is nothing to be concerned about at the moment. all seems clear."

Cleopatra Gama << "That's good news. So, as I was saying, I'm sure that we can be a beneficial assistance to each other."

Admiral Merc << " I am sure we can be of beneficial assistance to each other. Maybe to get to know each other better. " >> looks to Nolae << " I have been told of a mission we might do together to provide mutual trust."

Advisor Ester Nico << "Ah, and what might this mission be?"

Admiral Merc<< " there is an Expedition to Naeya. Maybe some of you would like to help out."

Advisor Ester Nico << "And what is the purpose of this Expedition to Naeya?"

Cleopatra Gama << "Will be glad to cooperate, and I can only hope that the. Sisterhood that doctor A'Dab Represents will also be interested in this combined mission."

Advisor Ester Nico<< "Indeed" she says smiling "The Sinisterhood is here to help" >> notes the misting of the space pineapples.<<

Nolae << "Admiral don't forget your intel meeting with the Rangers "

Admiral Merc << >>checks her notes<< "that is correct. I do not like keeping them waiting. We can pick this up at a later time."

Cleopatra Gama << "It has been an insightful and informative meeting, Admiral. We thank you for your time. " (bows)

Advisor Ester Nico << >> bowing << "Indeed, thank you Admiral"

>> Nolae places the daggers back in their sheath pocket of her boots.<<

Admiral Merc << " I do hope we can do more next time . The empire will provide protection while in our space. " Looks to Nolae "The Dragon slayer squadron is being assigned guard duties for the Gama Colony Ship."

Cleopatra Gama << "That is most kind of you. On behalf of Gamma 6 Colony, we thank you."

Nolae << "Admiral I will check the commando bots then meet you in the meeting shortly"

Admiral Merc << >> looking out of the corner of her eye at Gama Cleo, while reviewing some reports " I do hope you have a pleasant stay on our space."