MISSION PROLOGUE: Prism: Rho has tracked down information regarding the Cardassian terrorists developing the biogenic weapon and deployment device.  The problem - Rho is stuck on the Nirobi, and the Cardassians have left in a Hedeki class vessel.  The proposed solution - strike a deal on the local black market...

Star Trek: A Call To Duty Proudly Presents:
	PRISM RHO, Stardate 10509.16, "Flint And Steel Out Of Mission: How Much For The Planet?"

Crew:
Executive Officer: Lieutenant Commander Ashlynn Kostandinos, played by Erin Cody
Assault Specialist: Ensign Donavin Arinoch, played by James Homuth
Combat Engineer: Lieutenant Mark Arca, played by Mark Validzic
Diplomatic Corps Officer: Lieutenant JG Kurtis Burton, played by Bryce Miller

Special Guests:
	Jharn, played by Christopher Dickinson
	Yredril, played by Christopher Dickinson

Managed by Christopher Dickinson

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CE_Lt_Arca says:
::sees a town up ahead and points it out to the DCO:: DCO: Looks like a good place to start.
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
::Walking on the outskirts of town heading toward what looks like the best place to procure a decent ship::
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
CE: I agree.
CE_Lt_Arca says:
DCO: So Lieutenant ever buy a ship on the black market before? ::smiles at him::
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
CE: I have to admit this will be my first time, although I almost won one from a Ferengi in a card game once.
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::looks around the town and see what looks like a market place:: DCO: Almost now that some fancy card playing. Ferengi don't lose by close margins.
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
CE: I can hold my own every now and then. ::Smiling::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::looks into the crowd and starts to size up the merchants:: DCO: Well this would be a good time because this time we can't lose.
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
CE: Any idea of what type of ship we should be looking for?

INFO: The town is similar to any developed town - a number of beachside properties, a thriving community... and certain alleyways you just don't want to go down.

ACTION: The town is completely Cardassian.  The officers, in their white doctor's garb, gathers a few strange glances.

CE_Lt_Arca says:
DCO: Nothing to big just coming to get us from here to there but is good in a fight.
CE_Lt_Arca says:
DCO: In one piece is a requirement
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
CE: I was thinking we could try for a B'rel or possibly an old Sabre or Steamrunner.
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
CE: What piece would that be?
CE_Lt_Arca says:
DCO: That would do but a Steamrunner maybe a little to big for us.
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::notices a market selling ship components:: DCO: Hey Blassen over here
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
::Walks over to the CE::
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
::Looking over the components::
Host Jharn says:
::Walks up to the DCO::  DCO: Something I can help you with?  ::Less than full enthusiasm::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::picks up and fuel conditioner and gives it a one over::
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
Jharn: A fine selection you have here, however our needs exceed just components, perhaps you have a vessel or two that might be on the market?
Host Jharn says:
::Snorts::  DCO: Yes, I keep whole vessels laying around.  Did you happen to see them hanging outside?
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::looks up at Burton and gives a look into the crowd to see if anyone is watching::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::drops the walls around his mind and scans the merchant::
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
Jharn: We are looking for a fast ship with good sensors and possibly some weapons for defense, perhaps you could send us in the right direction for a purchase?
Host Jharn says:
::Leans in::  DCO: I don't think you heard me.  Did you see the vessels laying around?  What you see is what you get.
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
Jharn: Then tell me where I can find one and we will be on our way.
CE_Lt_Arca says:
Jham: Blassen we are just wasting our time with this second rate merchant. I would use any of this junk in our ship not less buy one from him.
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::drops the conditioner on the table and looks at Jham then Jackson::
Host Jharn says:
::Shrugs at the CE::  CE: Then don't use it.
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::leans:: Jham: I could help you upgrade this piece and some other work for you if you can help us.
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
Jharn: I would be willing to pay for any info you could offer on getting a vessel.
Host Jharn says:
CE: Not sure I want you touching my stuff.  ::Hears the DCO::  DCO: What could you offer?
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::picks up the conditioner and pulls out some tools out of his leather jacket and does some work on it::
Host Jharn says:
CE: I thought you said you didn't want my junk.  Put it back!
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
Jharn: I might be able to procure a weapon or two if that interests you?
Host Jharn says:
::While glaring at the Engineer::  DCO: What kind of weapon?
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::finish up and hands it to him:: Jharn: Now I would buy that.
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::put his tools away::
Host Jharn says:
CE: Then buy it.
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
Jharn: I have a personal phaser or two from my private collection. Starfleet issue.
Host Jharn says:
::Snorts::  DCO: Phasers are common place.
CE_Lt_Arca says:
Jharn: A gift from me to you.
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
Jharn: I meant personal from my old ship, runabout phasers.
Host Jharn says:
DCO: Phasers... ::Intrigued::  I have no ships, but I know someone who... might.  Is it worth the phaser?
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
Jharn: It just might be. CE: Do we need any other parts along with the information?
CE_Lt_Arca says:
DCO: Depends on the ship we get from his friend
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
Jharn: The info and a reasonable credit toward any parts we may need.
Host Jharn says:
::Thinks... future business, may be worth it::  DCO: Agreed.  ::Very quietly::  You will return later.... there is a building behind this one, second door.  There is a man there who may be able to help you.
XO_Kostandinos says:
::quietly enters the room and takes a seat near her officers, wanting to monitor their progress without interrupting just yet::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
Jharn: Can we get a name?
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
Jharn: Agreed.
Host Jharn says:
CE: You will know him.
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::looks over his shoulder and see the XO:: XO: Aurora glad you can make it
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::nodds at Jharn then moves over to Kostandinos::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::points to a spot that is more isolated:: XO: We have to talk.
XO_Kostandinos says:
::nods and responds quietly:: CE: Once this is finished, yes.
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
Jharn: When shall we return?
Host Jharn says:
DCO: When you get what you need.  It may take some time.
Host Jharn says:
DCO: Now, I have other customers... ::moves away::
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
::Nods and walks to the XO and CE::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
XO: Ma'am we are going to trade one of the phaser array to the merchant for parts and information on a person to buy a new ship from
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
XO/CE: Matthew, Aurora, Come with me. ::Walks toward the exit::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::follows the DCO::
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
CE/XO: Better to talk away from prying ears, remember rule eighty five, never let the competition know what you are thinking.

ACTION: Some time later.

CE_Lt_Arca says:
@::finishes up with the phaser bank::
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
@CE: Did you install that kill switch?
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::materializes just outside the arranged meeting area, and moves quickly out of the way, keeping himself unseen god willing::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
@::puts the phaser bank on an antigrav pad:: DCO: Yes it will fuse when the right command is sent
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
::materializes along with "Derrick"::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
@DCO: Lets get this over with ::pushes the platform over to the cargo bay transporter pad and puts the bank on the transporter pad::
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
@CE: Let's. ::Stands on the transporter pad::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
@::gets on the pad:: Computer: Energize
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
::Disappear in a flash on lights::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::watch the scene change then grabs the phaser bank and moves off the path:: DCO: Now how do we get this over to our friend without anyone noticing?
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::notices movement off in the distance, and shifts his position to examine it more closely::
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::produces a small knife from the folds of his uniform, and sweeps his eyes over the scene, waiting for things to play out::
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
CE: I doubt we can, but let's try to be less noticeable.
CE_Lt_Arca says:
DCO: Jerry some help with this thing
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::put down the heavy phaser bank::
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
::Grabs one of the phaser::
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
::looks around at their surroundings, and is reminded of some of the less-savory places she's lived in over the years - suppresses a shiver and waits for this "ship dealer" to arrive::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::starts to move holding one side of the phaser bank as the DCO holds the other side:: DCO: Lets just get there was fast as we can
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
CE: Ok, lets head right to the meeting place.

ACTION: Several passing Cardassians look at the two humans with minor curiosity and other emotions, not quite certain what they're up to

CE_Lt_Arca says:
::sees the place to meet the seller up ahead::DCO: Not to much... further
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
CE: Good this thing is heavy. Next time bring an anti grav unit.
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::notices the CE and DCO on approach, and backs himself a little more out of the way... this doesn't concern this insignificant doctor, until he has to take up his real career::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::laugh and stop just outside the door and puts it down:: Self: Ahhh much better
CE_Lt_Arca says:
DCO: Would you like to do the honors ::points to the door chime::
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
CE: Very well. ::Rings the chime::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::looks around the street to see if anyone has noticed them::

ACTION: The rickety door creaks open on its own

CE_Lt_Arca says:
::looks over his shoulder and opening door::
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
::Slowly pushes the door open fully::
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::moves just a touch closer, and focuses his attention on the opening door::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
DCO: Be careful
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::notices the XO and nods at her as he looks in the doorway
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
::looks as best she can at the inside of the structure before entering::

INFO: The place is dark and dank.  Water is heard dripping from somewhere.  A room of some sort is on the right; the only other thing is a hallway leading back further.  A single light is overhead, flickering.

XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
::nods to the other two:: CE/DCO:  Let's go. ::enters the room::
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
XO/CE: Anyone want point?
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
::Follows the XO::
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
DCO: I'll do it.  ::sees the hallway, and figures since the room is empty, that's the best place to head, and leads the group down it::
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::leaves his position, and tags along behind the group a ways, hoping to get through the door before it closes::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::grabs the phaser bank::DCO/XO: Oh don't worry I got this... damn why can't they make them any lighter

ACTION: As the three (or four) walk down the hallway, another light appears at the end, hidden in smoke.  Two voices are heard speaking in low tones.

CE_Lt_Arca says:
::puts the phaser bank down and lean his hand inside his jacket::
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
XO: Shall we get their attention?
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
::walks into the hallway a bit further and clears her throat, figuring she'll try nicely to get their attention first::

ACTION: The voices get silent, then a small amount of movement is heard.

AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::keeps his eye on the trio as best he can, and his knife at the ready::
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
::Stands still and tries to look non-menacing::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::place his hand on his phaser under his jacket and tries to see whats going on ahead::
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
::takes a few more steps further::
Host Yredril says:
All: Who's out there?
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
Yredril:  According to Jharn, you have something we're looking for.
Host Yredril says:
::Narrows his eyes, and looks at her::  XO: And what is it you are looking for?
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
Yredril: We are in the market for a ship.
Host Yredril says:
DCO: I am in the market of ships.  What do you need.

ACTION: The other Cardassian in the room remains silent, smoking a cigar of some kind.

AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::shifts his eyes between Yredril and the other individual, half expecting one of them to make a move, and a mistake::
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
Yredril: We need a small vessel, crew of 20 or less with a good sensor array and possibly a weapons systems.
Host Yredril says:
DCO: I do not sell crews.  Only ships.  Something small, then.
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
Yredril: High warp capable.
Host Yredril says:
DCO: What price range are we talking.
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
Yredril: We are not rich.. yet.
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::continues to watch the two Cardassians, his position overall unchanged... though he does ease the knife into a more ready throwing position::
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
Yredril: So inexpensive would be helpful.
Host Yredril says:
::The second man whispers something into his ear.  Yredril thinks for a moment, then speaks, pointing to the XO::  DCO: How much is this one worth to you?
CE_Lt_Arca says:
XO: I think it would have been better if you were outside
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
::looks him square in the eye:: Yredril:  You can't afford me, trust me.  As far as ships, why don't you tell us what you've got, then we can... negotiate.
Host Yredril says:
::Snorts at the XO and smiles::  XO: Quite feisty.  Very well.  Small craft... I have a B'Rel bird of prey.  It smells like Klingon... like, REALLY smells.  Or.
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::smirks, having a pretty good feeling where this is going, and decides to change his position so he's got Yredril more directly in his sight::
Host Yredril says:
XO: I have a Nova abandoned during the War.  She has been... moderately repaired, but stripped slightly.  I could part with her for a smaller price.
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
::raises an eyebrow::  Yredril: How small?
Host Yredril says:
XO: What do you bring to the table, since you will not lay there yourself?
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::like the idea of a Nova class::
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::likes the idea of just knocking these guys out and taking their ship... surely they have one set aside for themselves, after all::
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
::looks back to the CE:: CE:  Tell him what we've got.
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
Yredril: Perhaps we could inspect the B'rel and you and Aurora could discuss "payment" there.
Host Yredril says:
DCO: You may inspect to your heart's delight when I am paid.
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::pulls out his tricorder, and tries to determine the location of what might serve as their shipyard::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
Yredril:: We have standard federation shield generators
Host Yredril says:
CE: If I wanted shield generators, I could have pulled them from the ship, no?
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::just shakes his head, figuring he should have expected that, and tucks the device away, watching the exchange::
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
Yredril: Matter/antimatter?
Host Yredril says:
DCO: I have no shortage of either.
CE_Lt_Arca says:
Yredril: Or high quality warp plasma?
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
::Whispering:: XO: How about some torpedoes? Could wet away with that
Host Yredril says:
::Thinks::  CE: Would you trade a whole ship for plasma?
CE_Lt_Arca says:
Yredril: Consider it a down payment
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
::growing tired of this, and suddenly has a thought:: Yredril: All right, so obviously since you deal in ships, you're well supplied in ship parts.  However...
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
Yredril:  We have access to some "interesting" biogenic agents that could net you a pretty price on the black market.  ::rattles off the list of highly-secured chemical agents, including the biomemetic gel, that were in the lab they found::
Host Yredril says:
::Seems genuinly interested in them::  XO: What quantities can you provide?
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::looks at the XO tries to hold the shock from his face::
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
::types in the coordinates of the structure that they had found:: Yredril:  Enough to be worth a ship.  We can give you the location of stores of these agents, in exchange for something to get us off this rock.
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
::steps closer to him and cocks one eyebrow:: Yredril: So are you interested, or should we find some other use for these?
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::makes ready to do some serious taking out, just in case he proves to be useful later, as well::
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
XO: Should I warn the guards we left there?
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
::holds one hand up to her cohorts, indicating they should be silent, and looks expectantly at Yredril::
Host Yredril says:
::Thinks and whispers with his cohort::  XO: You will deliver them to us within the half hour, and we can deal.  I might even be able to offer you some of the.. equipment back from the ship
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
Yredril: How bout I give you the address and you can go get them yourself, and in the meantime we can see this ship that you're offering?  I have to know that it's worth it.
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::grabs the phaser bank and leans in toward the XO:: XO: Ma'am I better go delivery this phaser bank to that merchant
Host Yredril says:
XO: And I must know the amount you are offering.  I have made my terms.
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
::looks at her padd, which had the information from the tricorder, and tells him the quantities of what they had found::
Host Yredril says:
::Rubs his chin::  XO: That much, huh?  45 minutes, then, so you don't spill any
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
::smiles at him:: Yredril:  So we have a deal?
Host Yredril says:
XO: I will allow two of you access to the vessel while the others make the delivery.
Host Yredril says:
XO: You will receive the codes at delivery.
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::has an idea, and sets his tricorder to scan for transporter signatures, and moves outside to avoid detection::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
XO: Ma'am I should be one of those two
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
Yredril: A moment while I confer. ::takes the CE and DCO into a corner and speaks quietly:: CE: You and I will inspect the vessel.  DCO: Take Derrick with you - he'll find you, don't worry about finding him.  Go back to the site, get everything you can grab from the basement lab, and get back here, pronto.
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
XO: Consider it done.
CE_Lt_Arca says:
DCO: Hey deliver this bank as well
CE_Lt_Arca says:
XO: Ready when you are ma'am
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::finds himself another out of the way spot, and watches the door::
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
DCO: You and Derrick will need a shuttle from the ship - you'll have to go back there and get one.  DCO/CE: Understood?
CE_Lt_Arca says:
XO: Aye ma'am
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
XO:Yes.
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
::steps away from her group and goes back to Yredril:: Yredril: You'll have your chemicals - myself and my associate ::gestures to the CE:: will inspect this vessel you're offering.
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::sets his tricorder to track the XO's lifesigns, and prays nothing happens to her for the brief time they're out of range::
XO_LCDR_Kostandinos says:
DCO: You have your orders.
DCO_LtJg_Burton says:
::Exits the building and begins looking for "Derrick"::
AS_ENS_Arinoch says:
::spies the DCO leaving the building, but makes not a move, instead waiting for everyone else to clear::
CE_Lt_Arca says:
::finally feels like his skills are going to used on this mission::

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