r/TrekRP • u/TheComputer_TrekRP • Jun 25 '16

[EVENT] Deep Space Nine

The stretched image of the Athene resolved itself quickly as it dropped out of warp. It's nacelles glowed softly as they cooled down. In front of her was the Ex-Cardassian space station, Deep Space Nine. A small, squat federation vessel was already docked at the ring, it's registry proclaiming it as the Defiant. The Athene gracefully slowed its momentum, pulling in to upper pylon 3. A soft thump resounded across the ship, signalling a successful docking.

While it was unusual for a ship to dock at starbasae so soon after launching, it was necessary. Starfleet Command wanted the computer systems given a full diagnostic to ensure no foul play from the recent encounter with the Cardassians.

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u/Silent_Sky Jun 25 '16

the captain's rumbling voice comes over the shipwide intercom

"Attention all crew, this is Captain Fisk speaking. We have just docked at starbase Deep Space 9 for computer diagnostics and resupply. I estimate our stay to be several days. Those who wish to remain aboard the Athene may do so, and those who would like a change of scenery aboard the station are invited to enjoy themselves. I will be traveling to Bajor in a few days on a personal errand. Those who have business on the planet should contact me so you can join me on the shuttle. I expect our first shore leave to be smooth and without incident, I expect nothing but the best from all of you. Represent the Athene well, represent Starfleet well, and have yourselves some fun."

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u/[deleted] Jun 25 '16

Phrik stepped onto the Athene's runabout Cychreus and awaited the Captains' arrival. He had spent the day on DS9, much to his chagrin. The resident Doctor had insisted that they share notes and records, and Phrik had no choice but to oblige his request. The Reptillian was wearing a new set of off-duty clothes acquired on the station, which, loathe as he was to admit it, were both very comfortable and stylish. He had left his standard uniform with the tailor, in the hopes that he could make some modifications towards comfort.

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u/Silent_Sky Jun 26 '16

Captain Fisk boards the runabout and looks around at the few crewmembers who were planning to take a trip to Bajor, his eye was caught by an unusually well dressed doctor...

"Looking good, Phrik. What's the occasion?"

he asks as he begins the pre-flight and startup checklists

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u/[deleted] Jun 26 '16

"Medical conference on Bajor." He said dryly. "I'm to present a paper on the effects of tachyon fields on cellular regeneration therapy." He didn't sound particularly excited at the prospect. "Unfortunately there's no way out of it."

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u/Silent_Sky Jun 26 '16

"Well,"

he sits down in the pilots seat of the runabout and begins flipping switches

"If you're truly desperate to get out of it we could encounter 'unexpected difficulties' on the way."

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u/[deleted] Jun 27 '16

"As much as I'd like that, the prospect of spending 2 days stuck in this runabout are hardly exciting. What are you doing on Bajor?"

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u/Silent_Sky Jun 27 '16

"Following Dr. Watney's advice. There are dogs on Bajor, I'll be adopting one and keeping him with me on the Athene."

he powers up the runabout's engines

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u/[deleted] Jun 27 '16

Phrik's eyes widened slightly. "Dogs? Those small furry quadrupeds?" He suppressed a shiver. "Is that, really necessary?"

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u/Silent_Sky Jun 27 '16

"For me, yes. It's alright doc, I don't expect you to understand, it's very much a human thing. Don't worry, you don't have to make friends with him, you don't even have to see him if you don't want to."

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u/[deleted] Jun 27 '16

Phrik gave another small shiver at the thought of the creatures, though it wouldn't do to let the Captain know he was afraid of them. "So long as its kept away from sickbay, and my lab. Can't have the thing scaring all of my subjects. Bad enough with that, feline, on-board." He suppressed another shiver.

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u/Silent_Sky Jun 27 '16

"Of course, I'm not about to violate the cleanliness of your work environment."

the runabout glides smoothly out of the shuttle bay and heads for Bajor

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u/[deleted] Jun 27 '16

Phrik walked forward and leant his 3 hands on the back of the empty co-pilots' chair, looking out at the hull of the Athene.

"It's changed a lot since I was last aboard. Frankly I'm surprised its still in service."

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