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#51

Star Trek: Drake's Legacy [Modiphius 2d20] / Re: Episode 2.02: Rivulets of ...

Last post by Patrick Goodman - December 04, 2024, 07:42:43 PM

Asha leans back and regards her husband for a few moments. "I think that would be a wonderful idea, for you and your friend. The kids will all be glad to have you for more than a few days." She squeezes his hand and is about to add more when they notice Commodore Santiago approaching.

"Captain," he says. "I have to say you and your people came through in the end. Good work. I hope the remainder of your time with us will be quieter."

Treyva rose from his chair. "Commodore," he said, "I'm glad you came by. May I introduce my wife, Asha?" Introductions made, Treyva motioned to a chair. "I was going to be coming by your office later anyway. With the current situation resolved, I was going to ask for an extended leave so I could go visit my family. It's...been a while since I was home. I'd like to nominate Sorak as acting captain; he's been an exemplary exec. I think you'll find he's more than capable."

#52

Star Trek: Drake's Legacy [Modiphius 2d20] / Re: Episode 2.02: Rivulets of ...

Last post by Chev ch'Valk - December 03, 2024, 12:11:17 PM

"No, I don't do much in the way of astrometrics. I spend most of my time in the Astronomy lab, when I'm not at the library computer station on the bridge," Thadis admits. "I'm one of the crew who transferred over from the old Drake - second senior bridge watchstander; Lt. Hodgkin is an anthropologist, so he generally doesn't work the library computer.

"How about you? Are you a xenoliguist or a technical specialist?"

"Astronomy!" replies Chev, slapping the back of his left hand into the palm of his right. "I knew it had something to do with the stars. "Yes, xenolinguistics. I also studied philosophy and anthropology, but mainly as background to how they effect languages from place to place and time to time. Funny you should mention ushaan; I'm trained as well; my Ushaan-tor is back on the ship. Maybe we could do some sparring some time!"

#53

Star Trek: Drake's Legacy [Modiphius 2d20] / Re: Episode 2.02: Rivulets of ...

Last post by socrates200X - December 02, 2024, 07:49:12 PM

Lt. Voshen's rebreather motors whirred as they reset and in a moment, twin clouds of Vulcan sand ejected from each respirator. He breathed in lungfuls of fresh fluorine as he waited for the spots in front of his eyes to clear.  After a few moments, he was able to stand on his own again.

"Doctor, once again, I find myself in your debt.  I apologize for my misattention.  With the investigation and the excitement at the monastery...well, it wasn't the breathtaking introduction to Vulcan scenery I was expecting."

#54

Star Trek: Drake's Legacy [Modiphius 2d20] / Re: Episode 2.02: Rivulets of ...

Last post by Renny - December 01, 2024, 04:48:54 PM

Cole

"I'm very sorry for your loss, mate, "Cole replies. "I'm sure she would have found...satisfaction in your achievement." Cole hoped the word was appropriate, realising that pride was not something a Vulcan would likely admit to.

"T'Syra was supportive of my attempt," Sadek nods. "And your condolences are appreciated."

The boy looks to his parents for a moment and asks, "Would you be willing to join my parents and me for supper this evening? I must admit that I would prefer to discuss subjects other than my sister this evening - and I wish to share my experiences of the remainder of my trial with you."

Cole is somewhat taken aback by this invitation, knowing that Vulcan's are reluctant, as a rule, to allow humans in particular to observe thier family life and interactions.

"I would like that very much", he replied simply.

#55

Star Trek: Drake's Legacy [Modiphius 2d20] / Re: Episode 2.02: Rivulets of ...

Last post by Nolmir - December 01, 2024, 02:06:11 PM

Tobin
"Then it is appropriate that I have already transmitted my request." Her eyes shine with affection as she extends the index and middle finger in his hand, and raises them up in an invitation for her to join him.

Tobin completes his half of the gesture. "You've always had excellent judgment, my jia'ta vay dorun'shee*." He grins. "It seems you always know what is best long before I have realized it myself."

OOC: *Meaning "source of wisdom" in Trill, it was a term of endearment he used for T'Kalla before and during their former courtship aboard the Macon.

#56

Star Trek: Drake's Legacy [Modiphius 2d20] / Re: Episode 2.02: Rivulets of ...

Last post by Davy, aka GM - November 30, 2024, 01:06:50 AM

Tobin

Tobin smiles. "It would be very pleasing to able to spend more time in your company. I have never regretted my decision to join Starfleet, but the work does tend to make such things difficult. This arrangement would help with that." After pausing a beat, he leans closer and continues in a playful tone, "And I'm sure this isn't all about just us, either. I know how much you loved being where the action is."

He meets her eyes with his. "Seriously, T'Kalla, this sounds like a wonderful idea. With your knowledge and skills, I'm sure the commodore will see the logic of bringing you aboard."

"Then it is appropriate that I have already transmitted my request." Her eyes shine with affection as she extends the index and middle finger in his hand, and raises them up in an invitation for her to join him.

Chev

"In that, we are in agreement, Lieutenant," replies Chev with a smirk. "Have you done much astronavigating since joining the crew, sir? Seems like Vulcan's not much of a place to break new ground."

"No, I don't do much in the way of astrometrics. I spend most of my time in the Astronomy lab, when I'm not at the library computer station on the bridge," Thadis admits. "I'm one of the crew who transferred over from the old Drake - second senior bridge watchstander; Lt. Hodgkin is an anthropologist, so he generally doesn't work the library computer.

"How about you? Are you a xenoliguist or a technical specialist?"

Cole

"I'm very sorry for your loss, mate, "Cole replies. "I'm sure she would have found...satisfaction in your achievement." Cole hoped the word was appropriate, realising that pride was not something a Vulcan would likely admit to.

"T'Syra was supportive of my attempt," Sadek nods. "And your condolences are appreciated."

The boy looks to his parents for a moment and asks, "Would you be willing to join my parents and me for supper this evening? I must admit that I would prefer to discuss subjects other than my sister this evening - and I wish to share my experiences of the remainder of my trial with you."

Treyva

Treyva nodded. "Sounds about right," he said. "I've been thinking the last few days that it's been too long, and that I have a considerable leave balance built up...so I thought I might take a couple of months that I'm owed and come see how the old homesteads look." He paused, looking away sheepishly. "I was also thinking of asking a friend to come along, if it's all right with you."

Asha leans back and regards her husband for a few moments. "I think that would be a wonderful idea, for you and your friend. The kids will all be glad to have you for more than a few days." She squeezes his hand and is about to add more when they notice Commodore Santiago approaching.

"Captain," he says. "I have to say you and your people came through in the end. Good work. I hope the remainder of your time with us will be quieter."

"Ah, then perhaps a change in career is in order?  To be certain...I have spent more time in Sickbay...than on the Bridge at this moment.  Tell me, Doctor, do you feel...that...that..."  Voshen found the doctor tilting up at him and placed a hand out to stop him, the Tellarite's weight pressing into his chest like a vise.  Blinking rapidly, he saw that it was himself that was leaning heavily on Dr. Dourap.  His legs felt leaden and the bright Vulcan sun seemed to obliterate his field of vision in a sea of white spots.

"Doctor, hnnn...perhaps, hnnn...w-we had, hnnnn..."  The rejoinder was bitten off in a trailing wheeze.

"Steady there, son, let's not be using me as a walking stick," Dourap quips, righting the woozy navigator. He reaches up and adjust a couple settings on the breathing unit, and Voshen's vision begins to return to normal. "You need to remember to keep an eye on your settings when you're moving back and forth between environments. I can't be following you around everywhere."

OOC: And there's Dr. Dourap's famous bedside manner...

#57

Star Trek: Drake's Legacy [Modiphius 2d20] / Re: Episode 2.02: Rivulets of ...

Last post by Patrick Goodman - November 29, 2024, 01:35:50 PM

Treyva

Treyva shook his head. "No idea," he said. "It does remind me, though, that I need to speak to the Commodore myself." He turned to face his wife. "Before I do that, though, I need to ask you something." He paused, looking into her soft green eyes. "How long has it been since I was last home on leave?"

"Oh, let me see...have you ever been home? Didn't you court me via subspace?" she teases, then adds, "Seriously, I think the last time you saw Denobula in person was in '84, when the old Drake had just entered her decommissioning process. I also remember that visit being cut short."

Treyva nodded. "Sounds about right," he said. "I've been thinking the last few days that it's been too long, and that I have a considerable leave balance built up...so I thought I might take a couple of months that I'm owed and come see how the old homesteads look." He paused, looking away sheepishly. "I was also thinking of asking a friend to come along, if it's all right with you."

#58

Star Trek: Drake's Legacy [Modiphius 2d20] / Re: Episode 2.02: Rivulets of ...

Last post by Renny - November 25, 2024, 02:27:45 PM

Cole

"G'day, Sadek. It's good to see you again. How did your..." he pauses, searching his memory for the correct word..."kahs-wan turn out?"

"I would normally say it is pleasurable to see you again, Durham Cole," the young Vulcan answers, "but little is pleasing on this day."

The woman with him explains, "Subaltern T'Syra was our daughter, and his sister." Cole, of course, recognizes T'Syra as the name of the VDF pilot who shuttled Thadis to the research center and was later killed by Kavoran.

Cole can see a hint of sadness in her eyes, and also in the eyes of the male - presumably her mate and Sadek's father.

"Peace and long life, Durham Cole," the father greets him, raising his hand in the traditional salute. "I am Sturm, and this is my mate, Ki'Matar. Sadek informed us how he met you during his encounter with the sehlat. We are both grateful for your timely presence and assistance.

Sadek nods and meets the lieutenant's eyes. "I successfully completed my kahs-wan yesterday. I learned of T'Syra's fate when I returned home."

Cole makes his best attempt at replicating Sturm's gesture before turning his gaze to Sadek.

"I'm very sorry for your loss, mate, "Cole replies. "I'm sure she would have found...satisfaction in your achievement." Cole hoped the word was appropriate, realising that pride was not something a Vulcan would likely admit to.

#59

Star Trek: Drake's Legacy [Modiphius 2d20] / Re: Episode 2.02: Rivulets of ...

Last post by Chev ch'Valk - November 25, 2024, 01:18:16 PM

"You know, I've always wondered why our cold world bred such a warm and passionate people, yet a warm world like Vulcan would breed such cold people. I'll be glad to see it on our departure angle."

"In that, we are in agreement, Lieutenant," replies Chev with a smirk. "Have you done much astronavigating since joining the crew, sir? Seems like Vulcan's not much of a place to break new ground."

#60

Star Trek: Drake's Legacy [Modiphius 2d20] / Re: Episode 2.02: Rivulets of ...

Last post by socrates200X - November 25, 2024, 09:38:55 AM

"Your ministrations were sufficient," the doctor responds. "And he will recover fully, in part thanks to your quick thinking and the monastery physician's initial treatment. If I didn't know any better, I'd wager she picked up some of her skills from Starfleet."

"Ah, then perhaps a change in career is in order?  To be certain...I have spent more time in Sickbay...than on the Bridge at this moment.  Tell me, Doctor, do you feel...that...that..."  Voshen found the doctor tilting up at him and placed a hand out to stop him, the Tellarite's weight pressing into his chest like a vise.  Blinking rapidly, he saw that it was himself that was leaning heavily on Dr. Dourap.  His legs felt leaden and the bright Vulcan sun seemed to obliterate his field of vision in a sea of white spots.

"Doctor, hnnn...perhaps, hnnn...w-we had, hnnnn..."  The rejoinder was bitten off in a trailing wheeze.

OOC: Voshen's not been completely honest with the Doc and is suffering the analogue of an asthma attack due to his new reagent levels being off.  I'm willing to walk the severity of this back a bit.  Wanted to introduce a bit of a roadblock for him and a reason to re-bond with the doctor, but I also don't want to introduce a twist that would stretch believability of his being allowed to serve as a chief helmsman with a health condition.  Either way, feeling that this is just a temporary "getting the levels right" issue with his rebreather.  Although I'm not against future complications on it!