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Part 001

Episode 005 Part 001

Prelude:

Maverick moves smoothly through hyperspace towards their next cargo. They should be reaching their destination within the next twenty hours. Plenty of time, right?

As everyone is taking a break in the lounge area, a signal sounds on the flight deck. Tam goes to check it, since he's not too involved in whatever discussion is taking place.

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<Tam_Sneed> ::takes a seat and swings around to the display, looking it over:: Self: Umm, ok. What the heck. ::taps a few buttons to bring up the message::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::watches Tam leave the lounge:: Skul: He doesn't like me much does he?
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: shrugs:: He's been somewhat cranky off and on since I met him.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::shrugs:: Skul: Do you think he'll take me home?
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: shakes his head:: I'm not sure.
<Nandi_Lasko> Skul: I hope not
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: turns to her:: Why?
<Nandi_Lasko> ::shrugs:: Skul: I don't want to be there anymore
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: folds his arms:: How come?
<Nandi_Lasko> ::shrugs again:: Skul: Just stuff.. parent stuff.. guy stuff..

ACTION:: The message appears as text only and briefly describes a ship in distress. No details were given to tell how or why the ship is in distress::

<Tam_Sneed> ::sighs and reads the message several times:: Self: Wish they would have told more. ::checks the origin of the message compared to their location::
<Tam_Sneed> ::sees that the ship is not far from their path and still ahead of Maverick:: Self: Guess we can check it out. ::taps a few buttons to put the coordinates in:: Doesn't mean we have to stick around. ::has the Navicomp make the course adjustment::
<Tam_Sneed> ::swings the seat around and heads for the lounge again::
<Nandi_Lasko> Skul: I'm not in trouble or anything. I swear it
<Tam_Sneed> ::enters and looks around as he takes his seat again:: Nandi: That's a matter of opinion. All: You all should know that we're gonna be making a quick stop to check on a distress call.
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: turns to Tam and nods:: Should I get my med kit?
<Tam_Sneed> ::nods:: Skull: Yeah, just in case. There wasn't a list of injuries or any cause for the distress, so there's no telling.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::gives Tam a look and mumbles:: I'm not...
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: nods to Tam and starts down to the med bay::
<Tam_Sneed> ::looks to the others:: All: We're gonna have to be on our toes. Though I don't like the looks of this, I just can't let someone die because they can't send a proper signal. ::looks over to Olivia:: Olivia: I'll take the controls on this one. If there's any shuttling to be done, your the one for it. ::looks to the others:: All: The rest of you just need to help out if needed, otherwise stay out of the way.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::mumbles again:: Right.. the usual.. ::gets up and heads for her room::
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: steps into the med bay and grabs his kit, before heading back upstairs::
<Tam_Sneed> ::glances at Nandi, as she leaves, and shakes his head:: Vorian: I hope you can help out if needed. ::gets up and heads for the flight deck::

ACTION:: Ten minutes pass and Maverick makes the drop from hyperspace. Scans show the small transport ship drifting two hundred meters off the starboard bow, without power readings.::

<Tam_Sneed> :: pilots Maverick a bit closer before coming to a complete stop:: [Transport]: This is the freighter Maverick. We have com to answer a distress signal. Please respond. ::watches for a response::
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: stands quietly on the flight deck::
<Tam_Sneed> Skull: Maybe we're too late.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::grabs the tools she brought and heads for the flight deck, standing quietly::
<Transport> [Maverick]: Is this working? Hello? Hello?
<Tam_Sneed> ::flips the switch:: [Transport]: Hello. We are reading you. Do you copy?
<Transport> [Maverick]: Copy? If you mean hear you, then yeah, we can hear you. Can you help us?
<Tam_Sneed> ::glances to the others on the flight deck:: [Transport]: That depends. What kind of help do you need?
<Transport> [Maverick]:Not quite sure. Nothin's working over here. We barely got this speaker thing to work. ::looks around:: Some of us are getting mighty cold.
<Tam_Sneed> ::sighs:: Self: Great. [Transport]: Is any of the crew able to help? Pilot or anyone?
<Transport> [Maverick]: No. They are all :: pauses:: dead. Only four of us made it. ::obviously choked up about it a bit::
<Tam_Sneed> ::looks to the others again:: [Transport]: Do any of you know how to operate an airlock?
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: whispers to Tam, in case the comm is still on:: Ask them about injuries and any potential health hazards.
<Transport> [Maverick]: No. We've never had to learn that before. We're an acting troupe on our way to a show.
<Tam_Sneed> ::nods to Skull:: [Transport]: What type of injuries are there to those who survived? If we came over, would we be in danger?

ACTION:: There's no answer to the questions. At least not at the moment::

<Skulonn_Vorc> :: frowns::
<Tam_Sneed> ::flips the switch off, after a minute of silence:: Skull: I don't know why the delay. Maybe they just don't know how to answer, or maybe the equipment failed.
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: thinks:: They could be under the influence of some kind of chemical. One that is making it difficult for them to function, mentally.
<Tam_Sneed> ::sighs:: Skull: How do you want to handle it? From the sounds of it, we're gonna have to blow their airlock, which means there's only one shot at saving anyone. What happens during that one shot is up to you.
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: scratches his head as he thinks:: What kind of emergency air supplies do we have onboard?
<Tam_Sneed> Skull: We have the usual breathers. Enough for two for each of us and a few more. I don't know the conditions over there. Sounds like life support isn't working right, so that's something to look forward to. :: being sarcastic::
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: nods:: If we bust their airlock, will we be able to feed life support into their ship from ours?
<Tam_Sneed> Skull: From a shuttle... I don't think we could do much good from that angle, but once they are on the shuttle, you can seal and purge and restore the air supply with fresh. Not sure how that will help, but it may get rid of airborn stuff.
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: frowns again:: What about hazmat suits?
<Tam_Sneed> ::rubs his chin in thought a few seconds:: Skull: I think you have some in the medbay, don't you? Thought I saw at least two of them.
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: nods:: Just wanted to see if you had any old ones stashed away somewhere.
<Tam_Sneed> ::shakes his head:: Skull: Nope. Never had a use for them, until now, maybe.
<Nandi_Lasko> Both: Heh.. so two people can go..

ACTION:: The transceiver gives off some static sounds suddenly::

<Skulonn_Vorc> :: nods:: That would be my suggestion.
<Transport> [Maverick]: Hello? Hello?
<Tam_Sneed> ::swings back to the voice:: [Transport]: Yeah, we hear you. We're working on a way to get you to safety. Can you tell us how many are hurt and how they are hurt?
<Transport> [Maverick]: Uh, the dead ones... can't say. The rest of us seem to be fine, other than being extremely cold and now it's getting hard to breathe.
<Tam_Sneed> [Transport]: We'll be on our way soon. ::flips the switch:: All: Olivia will pilot the shuttle and Mr. Skulonn will go with to take care of the passengers. ::flips the switch again:: Can you tell us what happened?
<Transport> [Maverick]: Not sure what happened. We were sitting down, joking around, when the ship suddenly jumped and shook. After that, everything went dark. Some of us hid, and when we came out, everyone was dead and, well like it is now.
<Tam_Sneed> [Transport]: We'll get over there soon. Stay away from the airlock until we let you know otherwise.
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: turns to Tam:: I assume you have something in mind that will blow the airlock?
<Tam_Sneed> ::flips the switch and swings around:: All: Sounds like the transport was attacked. Not sure why these guys are alive. Sounds like pirates started with an ion blast and then boarded. ::looks to Skull:: Skull: Take some explosives. They're in the weapons locker. We don't have a lot, so be sure you use only what you need. You do know how to use them, right?
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: nods:: I've had basic explosives training.
<Tam_Sneed> ::nods:: Skull: Good. ::looks to Olivia:: Both: Maybe you should hurry along. No telling how much air is left there.
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: nods and turns to leave the flight deck, heading towards the weapons locker::
<Tam_Sneed> ::watches them leave the flight deck:: All: You two can sit tight until they get back. ::looks to Vorian:: Vorian: Especially you. ::returns his attention to the transport::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::shrugs and heads for her room to wait, since she isn't going over::

<Skulonn_Vorc> :: gets to the locker and selects what he thinks should be enough explosives for the airlock, then closes it up and heads down to the shuttle bay, then enters the bay and looks around for Olivia::

ACTION:: Olivia had gone to the shuttlebay ahead of Skull and prepped the shuttle. They should be set to go soon.::

<Skulonn_Vorc> :: spots the shuttle and takes a minute to step into the med bay and grab the two hazmat suits, before heading into the shuttle::

ACTION:: The shuttle is ready to leave, and all there is to do is get Skull aboard and open the bay doors::

<Skulonn_Vorc> :: steps into the shuttle and closes the hatch, before putting on his hazmat suit::

ACTION:: THe shuttlebay doors open wide for the shuttle, before it slides out into open space. Olivia pilots it to the transport and looks for the airlock hatch::

<Skulonn_Vorc> :: gets Olivia's hazmat suit ready for her, before checking the explosives::

ACTION:: Olivia spots the hatch and positions the shuttle into place, locking the shuttle down::

<Skulonn_Vorc> :: hands Olivia her suit once she is finished locking down the shuttle, then moves to the hatch::

<Tam_Sneed> ::watches the shuttle closely::

ACTION:: A sensor blip shows up on long range sensors, but goes unnoticed::

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Part 002

Episode 005 Part 002

Prelude:

Maverick sits about two kilometers from a drifting transport vessel, as the shuttle arrives at the hatch outside the vessel. Olivia is at the helm, dressed in her bio suit, and Skulonn is getting ready to blow the hatch so to save the people inside.

Still unnoticed, a blip on long range sensors is closing in on the location of the two ships.

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<Vorian_Kel> ::since nobody's letting Vorian play, the Kiffar remains on the flight deck and takes a seat, blowing hair out of his face as he sighs, bored out of his mind::
<Tam_Sneed> ::still watching the shuttle hoping all goes well, and fast::
<Vorian_Kel> ::idly swings about in his seat, tapping his fingertips quietly on the sensor console. He notices something out of the corner of his eye, and turns his full attention on the long range sensors::

ACTION:: The shuttle is attached to the vessel's hull at the hatch, and ready to be accessed::

<Skulonn_Vorc> @ :: steps to the other ship's airlock hatch and places the explosives::

<Tam_Sneed> [Skull]: Mr. Skulonn, please keep me up to date on your progress. ::waits for a reply::

<Skulonn_Vorc> @ :: steps out of the airlock and taps the comm:: [Tam]: Sure thing boss. :: steps back to the explosives and arms them:: Here goes nothing.. :: steps back out of the airlock and pushes the detonate button::

<Vorian_Kel> ::glances over at Tam for a moment:: Tam: Uh...hey...long range sensors are picking something up. Whatever it is, it's headed our way... ::looks down at the sensors again and tries to figure out who or what it is::

ACTION:: The hatch blows into the transport vessel, leaving a clean opening. The air from the shuttle would feel like it was being sucked into the transport, if Olivia and Skull weren't wearing suits::

<Skulonn_Vorc> @ :: steps back towards the airlock, looking inside::

ACTION:: Olivia stays close to Skull, with a blaster ready for defense::

<Skulonn_Vorc> @ :: steps through the airlock, looking for any of the crew members::

<Nandi_Lasko> :: paces in her room for a while, gets very bored, and walks back to the flight deck::
<Tam_Sneed> ::glances over to the sensor display:: Self: Oh Sith! :: does some quick calculations::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::slips back in and finds a seat, idly spinning around like Vorian::
<Vorian_Kel> Tam: Whatever you're going to do, you'd better hurry. It's getting closer.
<Tam_Sneed> ::looks over the calculations again:: [Skull]: You have ten... no five minutes to get done over there and head back. Any later and the ship coming this way could cause a problem for us. ::looks over to Vorian:: Vorian: I know what I'm doing.

<Skulonn_Vorc> @ :: frowns and starts moving faster through the ship::

<Nandi_Lasko> ::frowns:: Tam: Another ship?
<Tam_Sneed> ::ignores Nandi's comment, since he's a bit busy, while he tries hard to identify the incoming ship::
<Vorian_Kel> Tam: Never said you didn't, pal. Don't be so defensive. ::keeps working on identifying the incoming ship::
<Nandi_Lasko> :: peers over Vorian's shoulder::
<Tam_Sneed> Vorian: Yeah, and I don't need any extra pressure right now. I have people over there who could be in danger.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::raises an eyebrow:: Geez.. can't we all just get along.. ::watches the sensors::

ACTION:: Skull leads Olivia through the corridors quickly, finding an open door to the communications room::

<Skulonn_Vorc> @ :: checks every room and crawlspace they come across::

ACTION:: Inside the open communications room, are six people. Two are dead, and four are unconscious due to lack of air::

<Skulonn_Vorc> @ :: kneels next to the four live people, opening his kit to give them something to wake them, since the shuttle's life support should be pumping in at least enough air for them to breath::

ACTION:: The four people come around, but are quite drowzy and incoherent::

<Skulonn_Vorc> @ :: turns to Olivia and taps the comm built into his suit:: Lead them back to the shuttle. I'm going to look for more. :: stands and heads out to look for more survivors::

ACTION:: Olivia begins helping the people, one at a time to the shuttle. However, time is running short::

<Skulonn_Vorc> @ :: notices the time on his chrono, jogging through the ship now, looking for anyone else that's alive::

<Tam_Sneed> ::sighs and keeps working:: Self: Nothing is ever easy.
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: This whole thing coulda been a trap ya know..
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: And what would you know of traps, girl?
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: It's not what I know of traps. It's common sense at this point.
<Tam_Sneed> ::scoffs:: Nandi: In a perfect world, perhaps.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::smirks:: Tam: In a perfect world there would be no traps

ACTION:: The incoming ship is finally identified as an old Victory Class Star Destroyer. No other identification is available on the ship. According to it's rate of speed, it should arrive at the location of the two ships in twelve minutes, telling them that it isn't in a hurry::

<Tam_Sneed> ::reads the display a couple times, and tries to run the identification again::
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: Best find out how much longer he's gonna be..
<Vorian_Kel> ::frowns:: Great, a Vicstar...we're karked now.
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: Maybe you should run along and annoy someone else. ::shakes his head:: Vorian: Yeah, and it's got no owner, which tells me we have pirates on the way.
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: Run along!? I'm not a child! And you told me to stay put anyway
<Vorian_Kel> Tam: Can this bucket of bolts outrun a Star Destroyer?
<Tam_Sneed> Vorian: As long as the Destroyer is stock, yeah. ::flips the comm again:: [Skull]: How's it going? Times a wastin'.

<Skulonn_Vorc> @ [Tam]: We found four so far.

<Tam_Sneed> [Skull]: Good. Ready to come back then, right?

<Skulonn_Vorc> @ :: keeps looking:: [Tam]: I haven't finished yet.

<Tam_Sneed> [Skull]: Make it quick. The company coming won't be friendly. ::turns back to Nandi:: Nandi: You're still a girl, and you've never been out in these parts before. If you want to be sassy, now is not the time.
<Vorian_Kel> ::taps his fingers on the console impatiently:: [Skull]: Faster would be better...
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: A girl huh? Well next time this rust heap needs fixed I'll remember you said that

<Skulonn_Vorc> @ :: speeds up:: Self: Yeah, yeah.

ACTION:: Olivia has two of the people on the shuttle and is rushing back for the other two, who seem to be doing better than before::

<Skulonn_Vorc> @ :: is practically running now, checking everywhere that he might be likely to find survivors::

ACTION:: Everywhere Skull finds people, they are dead. Sometimes he only finds portions of people, which are also dead. Meanwhile, Olivia is almost on the shuttle with the other two::

<Skulonn_Vorc> @ :: frowns and keeps his eyes out for trouble, taking a different route back to the airlock, so as to keep looking for survivors::

<Vorian_Kel> Nandi: Not fixing this heap probably would be counterproductive toward you staying on this ship, you know.
<Tam_Sneed> ::grins:: Nandi: Good. Ay least you indicate to have a memory. ::returns his attention to the more serious matter at hand::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::frowns at Vorian and bites her tongue::
<Vorian_Kel> ::shrugs at Nandi and gives her a somewhat sympathetic look before he, too, turns his attention back to the incoming Star Destroyer:: Tam: Any luck getting an ID tag on them? Even pirates run with some sort of marking, so their victims know who's coming.
<Tam_Sneed> ::shakes his head:: Vorian: These guys are crafty. Maybe they don't activate it until there's no chance to run.

ACTION:: Olivia has the four people strapped in on the shuttle. Meanwhile, the destroyer has increased speed and activated it's identification marker, and they are indeed pirates::

<Skulonn_Vorc> @ :: keeps heading back to the airlock, still checking for survivors on the way::

<Vorian_Kel> ::frowns as the marker comes up, looking at Tam:: Tam: I've heard of these guys. Never had the pleasure of meeting them personally, but they're a nasty bunch of rodders.
<Tam_Sneed> ::checks the display:: Self: No, they shouldn't be here. ::glances over to Vorian:: Vorian: I know these ones. They captured a sister ship to one I crewed long ago. This isn't, or wasn't, their territory then.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::smirks:: Tam: Apparently they've expanded their territory..
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: If so, that isn't good.
<Vorian_Kel> Nandi: Very astute. ::looks at Tam:: Tam: You're right, Warblin's pack doesn't usually run these lanes.

ACTION:: The destroyer now moves within short range sensors and an audible bleep is heard. Time of arrive is six minutes::

<Nandi_Lasko> ::frowns:: Umm.. what do they usually do with young women they capture?
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: You don't want to know. With luck, death would be quick.
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: Tell him to get back here.. fast.. please..
<Tam_Sneed> [Skull]: You need to get back here, and fast! You have two minutes before it's too late. ::frowns back to Nandi:: Nandi: You think I'd leave them?
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: No! I never expected you to.
<Vorian_Kel> ::eyes Tam carefully:: Tam: If it came down to it, would you?

<Skulonn_Vorc> @ :: speeds up and turns into the airlock, sealing it on the shuttle's end, then turning to Olivia:: Ready when you are.

ACTION:: Olivia unclamps the shuttle, using the maneuvering thrusters to break away from the transport and turn towards Maverick, before hitting the main thrusters::

<Tam_Sneed> ::just gives Vorian a look that he should understand as a yes::
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: I'm sorry.. I didn't mean to tell you what to do.. I just don't want them to take me..
<Vorian_Kel> ::nods and turns his attention back to the sensors:: Nandi: Nobody's going to take you, girl. Relax. Tam: Here they come.
<Tam_Sneed> ::nods and watches the blip get closer:: Vorian: Take the girl down to the bay and help the Doc when it's safe. I'll handle the rest.
<Vorian_Kel> Tam: You got it. ::stands up and offers Nandi a hand:: Nandi: Come on.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::takes his hand and goes with him::
<Vorian_Kel> ::hurries down to the bay with Nandi::

ACTION:: Minutes later, Olivia lands the shuttle in the bay and the doors close as quickly as they can behind her. Meanwhile, the destroyer is only two minutes away, which is within long range weapons for a vessel of it's kind.::

<Vorian_Kel> *Tam* The shuttle's in. Let's get out of here!

<Tam_Sneed> :: doesn't bother acknowledging and pushes Maverick away from the transport to make the jump::

<Skulonn_Vorc> :: moves to do a more thorough scan on the four survivors, telling Olivia not to open the hatch until he finished::
<Vorian_Kel> ::waits outside the shuttle to help Skull with the survivors::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::stays close to Vorian, shifting from foot to foot nervously::
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: stands and nods to Olivia, letting her know it's safe to open the hatch::

ACTION:: Olivia opens the shuttle hatch and takes off her suit::

<Skulonn_Vorc> :: leaves his on, just in case, and moves to help the survivors::
<Vorian_Kel> ::as soon as the hatch is down, Vorian starts up it:: Skull: Glad you could join us. Need a hand?
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: nods to Vorian:: Yeah, they're still a little groggy.
<Vorian_Kel> ::nods and moves to help one of the survivors up::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::goes to help another::

ACTION:: The long range weapons open fire, but don't have the accuracy to do any damage to Maverick.::

<Tam_Sneed> :: picks a path away from the weapons fire, and decides to pick a jump point to a place anywhere away from here, but safe::

ACTION:: The destroyer's weapons hit the transport, sending it drifting towards Maverick, but Maverick makes the jump to hyperspace before the transport can collide::

<Tam_Sneed> ::lets out a sigh of relief:: Self: That was too close.

ACTION:: All four "patients" are taken to the medbay::

<Skulonn_Vorc> :: makes sure the survivors are comfortable::
<Vorian_Kel> ::sits his patient down:: Skull: If you need some help with anything, let me know. I know a little about treating injuries...mostly blaster burns and vibroknife wounds, though.
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: nods to Vorian and turns to the most alert of the four survivors:: How are you feeling?
<Man1> ::nods:: Skull: I'm ok, I think.
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: nods and checks him over again:: Can you tell me what happened over there?
<Man1> ::seems a bit disoriented:: Skull: We hid during the attack. They didn't find us.
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: frowns:: Attack? Who attacked you?
<Man1> ::shrugs and looks to all the new faces:: All: Who are you?
<Nandi_Lasko> ::frowns, listening::
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: gives the man something to help clear up the oxygen deprivation symptoms:: My name is Skulonn Vorc. I'm the medic onboard this ship, the Maverick. We picked up your distress call and came to help.
<Man1> Skull: Distress call? ::shakes his head a bit:: Yeah, distress call. ::gets excited:: You have to help us!
<Vorian_Kel> Man1: That's what we've been trying to do.
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: frowns and picks up a more precise instrument to check the man for any kind of brain damage or viral contamination:: Everything will be alright.
<Man1> ::looks to Vorian and back to Skull:: Skull: Did the others make it? ::looks scared::
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: motions to the other three:: Only you four made it.
<Man1> ::looks and sighs:: Skull: Good. I was afraid they had died as well.
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: nods:: All four of you should be better soon. Though it would help if I had more information on what exactly happened.
<Man1> ::shakes his head:: Skull: I can't tell you want happened. I mean, I told you all I know. It was dark after we hid.
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: nods:: Did you hear anything?
<Man1> Skull: Weapons fire, and explosions, then nothing. We waited for hours before we left our hiding places.
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: nods:: Alright, thank you. I'm going to give you something so you can rest now. Alright?
<Man1> ::nods:: Skull: Alright, as long as we're safe.
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: nods:: You are. :: gives the man a sedative and moves on to the next one::
<Man1> ::lays down and drifts off to sleep::
<Vorian_Kel> ::once Skull starts sedating the survivors, Vorian heads back up to the flight deck and sits down::

ACTION:: The others give much the same reactions and information as the first::

<Nandi_Lasko> ::sticks around with Skul, not really wanting to talk to Tam again right now::
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: runs through all four of them, being as precise as possible with the scans before sedating them, only then taking off his suit::

ACTION:: Olivia also goes to the flight deck and takes her usual seat::

<Vorian_Kel> Tam: Couldn't get a lot of information out of them, right now they're just scared out of their wits. The doc's sedating them right now.
<Tam_Sneed> Vorian: I think we can piece the story together from what they said before we went for them. I'm not sure why Warblin came back. Maybe they got the distress call and wanted to finish the job, then saw us and figured they had a bonus. ::shrugs:: Hard to say. Thing is, we got away and that's all that matters. ::tries to figure out how much time they will be losing due to the impromptu jump::

<Skulonn_Vorc> :: checks each survivor once more, then turns to Nandi:: Looks like they'll be fine.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::smiles:: Skul: Good

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Part 003

Episode 005 Part 003

Prelude:

It has been several hours and Maverick drops from hyperspace. In the distance is a planet with two moons. It so happens to be where they are to pick up their next cargo.

Meanwhile, the survivors are beginning to wake up in the medbay. They seem to be fine, and hungry.

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<Nandi_Lasko> ::wanders around the ship, looking behind panels and into hatchways, still trying to learn as much as possible before she has to earn her keep::

<Tam_Sneed> :: pilots Maverick towards the nameless planet, since Olivia is resting in her cabin::
<Vorian_Kel> ::Vorian sits up on the bridge with Tam, keeping an eye on the sensors::
<Tam_Sneed> Vorian: Anything suspicious yet?
<Vorian_Kel> Tam: Nothing so far. Are we expecting anything suspicious?
<Tam_Sneed> Vorian: After picking up new passengers without knowing much about them, anything is possible. ::grins a bit and banks to correct the course::
<Vorian_Kel> ::smirks:: Tam: Well, don't worry. I'm sure I can handle them if they get violent.
<Tam_Sneed> ::sends a signal to the "client" as requested upon arrival:: Vorian: Perhaps. Maybe you should tell me more about yourself, as well. Olivia seems to think you are terrific enough to bring onboard.
<Vorian_Kel> Tam: Yeah, sorry about the abruptness of my coming aboard. What would you like to know?
<Tam_Sneed> Vorian: As much as you can tell me, really. You seem sure of yourself when it comes to survival.
<Vorian_Kel> Tam: A lifetime of survival training will do that. ::smiles:: Let's see, where to start...both of my parents were in law enforcement, my mother worked with the Kiffu Guardians and my father was a member of CorSec. I grew up on Kiffu and followed in my mother's footsteps, but that life wasn't for me, so I left and became a bounty hunter.
<Tam_Sneed> Vorian: Bounty hunter? Guess that's not too far off from being a keeper of the peace. How good are you?
<Vorian_Kel> ::gives Tam a sly smile:: Tam: I never lost a bounty, if that's what you're asking. :: drops the smile:: Not until the last one, anyway, but that was a special case. I've never been ambushed like that before.
<Tam_Sneed> ::gets a signal back and is informed to follow it like a beacon:: Vorian: You might be of some use afterall. ::changes course to follow the beacon::
<Vorian_Kel> Tam: No offense, but your crew doesn't seem very capable of handling themselves in a firefight. I can definitely help you out there. And if you ever need to track someone down, there's a pretty good chance I can find them for you.
<Tam_Sneed> Vorian: You'd be suprised what we're capable of. As for looking for someone, I am tracking someone down. I'm close, but not as close as I'd like to be.
<Vorian_Kel> ::raises an eyebrow:: Tam: Really? Do they owe you money or something?
<Tam_Sneed> ::slows Maverick down as he nears the atmosphere:: Vorian: No, she was part of my crew who was stolen from us.
<Vorian_Kel> Tam: Oh. Sorry. ::checks the sensors again as Maverick approaches the atmosphere:: Any idea who took her?
<Tam_Sneed> Vorian: Yeah, a very good idea. ::slips Maverick into the atmosphere::
<Vorian_Kel> Tam: Well, if you need a hand, I'd be happy to help. Why did they kidnap her?
<Tam_Sneed> :: pilots the ship towards the beacon:: Vorian: Because they could, and probably to compensate for their losses somehow.
<Vorian_Kel> Tam: Losses? Did you botch a job they hired you for or something?
<Tam_Sneed> Vorian: Not entirely, but we did help destroy his operations on Coruscant. ::slows down further to land on a pad coming up.::
<Vorian_Kel> Tam: Okay, maybe I spoke too soon about your crew's toughness... ::sounds a little impressed::
<Tam_Sneed> ::chuckles a bit:: Vorian: No need to apologize. You probably knew as much about us as we knew about you.

<Terid> ::was Man1 before named:: Self: Am I still alive? ::sits up and stretches:: I feel alive.
<Stemple> ::yawns and stretches before sitting up and grabbing his stomach:: Terid: Yeah, you're alive. I must be too, because my stomach is reminding me to feed it.
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: turns to the waking survivors:: Yes you are both alive and well.
<Asrid> ::slides off the cot and stands up:: Skull: That's good to know.
<Kaltril> ::still laying down, but fully awake:: Skull: Do we get breakfast in bed too?
<Nandi_Lasko> ::wanders her way into the medbay:: Skul: How goes it?
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: steps over to check each of them once more:: I am the medic onboard this ship, so if you feel any pain or dizziness, please let me know. :: turns to Kaltril and laughs:: I'm afraid not.
<Kaltril> Skull: Some cruise this has become. ::turns his head to look to the others:: You guys get a chance to tour this thing?

ACTION:: The others just shake their heads at Kaltril::

<Skulonn_Vorc> :: looks to Nandi:: Alright, I suppose. :: hears Kaltril and shakes his head:: I think you misunderstand the situation. We just rescued you all from a disabled ship.
<Nandi_Lasko> Skul: Need any help?
<Terid> Skull: He knows. He's just our resident joker.
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: nods:: Ah, I see. That's good. For a moment I was worried there had been some head trauma.
<Asrid> Skull: In his case, it may have been... long ago.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::sighs and leans against the wall::
<Kaltril> Asrid: Hey!
<Stemple> ::laughs:: All: Looks like things are back to normal.
<Terid> ::notices Nandi:: Nandi: Hey there little girl. You the nurse?
<Stemple> Terid: Leave the girl alone. She's too young for you.
<Terid> Stemple: Just keep to your own business. ::looks back to Nandi:: Nandi: You got a name, nursey?
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: puts his medkit away and turns to Terid:: I would suggest that the four of you take it easy for a while.
<Kaltril> Skull: What ya think we've been doing? We have places to go and people to see. We can't be couped up in here.
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: shrugs:: Well you are going to have to be for a bit longer, as we aren't currently docked anywhere.
<Terid> ::looks over to Kaltril and then to Skull:: Skull: Can't we at least move about the ship? Maybe get a bite to eat?
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: shakes his head:: I cannot give you permission to roam around freely until I've cleared it with the captain. However, if you like I can show you to the lounge.
<Kaltril> Skull: I like, I like! ::hops off his bed and stretches::
<Stemple> Kaltril: Calm down. We're all hungry.
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: turns to Nandi:: Would you like to accompany us to the lounge?
<Terid> ::turns to Nandi and smiles wide::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::nods:: Skul: Sure.. ::turns to Terid:: Terid: My name is Nandi.
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: motions for everyone to head out of the medbay::
<Terid> Nandi: Nandi is a terrific name. Nurse Nandi. I like it. ::moves closer:: Take care of me, please. ::grins::
<Stemple> Terid: Terid! Down boy!
<Nandi_Lasko> ::takes a step back:: Terid: I'm not a nurse. I'm a mechanic. So unless you're a droid I won't be able to take care of you.
<Terid> Nandi: Oh. Hmm. OK, then.

ACTION:: All of the survivors chuckle, with the exception of Terid::

<Nandi_Lasko> ::shakes her head and heads off for the lounge:: All: Let's get somethin to eat

ACTION:: The survivors follow Nandi up the stairs to the lounge and then take a seat at the table once there::

<Skulonn_Vorc> :: enters the lounge last, making sure no one left the group on the way::
<Nandi_Lasko> :: digs through the cabinets:: Skul: You cookin?
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: shrugs:: Is there time?
<Nandi_Lasko> ::shrugs:: Skul: Good point.. likely not. ::grabs some snack foods and puts them on the table:: All: Dig in
<Asrid>: Skull: Time? Time for what?

ACTION:: Gently Maverck sets down on the pad, and the systems cycle down::

<Nandi_Lasko> Asrid: That

ACTION:: The survivors shrug and begin eating whatever they can::

<Vorian_Kel> ::looks around the area as Tam brings Maverick in for a landing:: Tam: I guess I should get ready to disembark...
<Tam_Sneed> ::spins his seat after powering down the last of the systems:: Vorian: If you want. The cargo should be here soon and they'll load it for us. I just have to sign for it.
<Vorian_Kel> Tam: Oh, good. This should just be a short visit, then.
<Tam_Sneed> ::nods and heads out:: Vorian: It should be. ::gets to the lounge:: Skull/Nandi: What's going on here?
<Nandi_Lasko> ::leans against the wall again, munching some snacks from a box:: Tam: Snack time.
<Tam_Sneed> ::looks to Skull:: Skull: You cleared these people?
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: nods:: They should be back to normal in no time. I felt it best to escort them up here to get something to eat, instead of letting them wander freely.
<Tam_Sneed> ::nods:: Skull: No doubt, but couldn't you have fed them in the medbay?
<Asrid> Tam: You got something against performers?
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: nods:: I could have sent Nandi up here to get something for them. Should I have?
<Tam_Sneed> ::looks to Asrid:: Skull: What DID you find out about these people?
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: Found out one of them likes me. More than I can say for you. ::closes her box and puts it in the cupboard::
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: nods and pulls out a datapad, checking over his findings:: Well they aren't infected with anything contageous. And they seem relatively fine now.
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: Good! Maybe he'll take you off my hands then. ::turns back to Skull:: Skull: Alright, but you're in charge of them. Don't let them mess with anything. Even if they are performers. ::goes to leave the lounge::
<Nandi_Lasko> :: picks up a cookie from the table and throws it at him from behind::
<Vorian_Kel> ::reaches out and grabs the cookie in mid-flight, smiling at Nandi:: Nandi: Waste not. ::takes a bite of the cookie as he turns and follows Tam::
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: shakes his head and sighs, turning to everyone, including Nandi:: I apologize for the captain's behavior. He has been a bit stressed lately due to a member of the crew being kidnapped.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::tells Vorian where he can stick that cookie, and completely ignores Skul's excuses for Tam::
<Stemple> Skull: Kidnapped? Are we in danger?
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: shakes his head:: Certainly not. We will find a good place to drop you off at before we continue our search for her.
<Nandi_Lasko> Skul: You sure she just didn't run away from him?
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: laughs:: I'm sure.
<Terid> Nandi: So, you want me to take you off his hands? I like fiesty girls.
<Nandi_Lasko> Terid: No
<Nandi_Lasko> Terid: My mother taught me not to talk to strangers

ACTION:: The others laugh again at Terid::

<Skulonn_Vorc> :: nods to Terid:: I wouldn't allow it anyway. You are all guests aboard this ship, so it is the crew's duty to protect you. :: grins, as much as a Quarren can:: Even from each other.

<Vorian_Kel> Hmm... :: pops the last bit of the cookie into his mouth, chewing thoughtfully:: Tam: Good cookies. Who's your baker?
<Tam_Sneed> ::shrugs:: Vorian: Could be anyone. I usually let the crew stock the food. ::slides down the rail to the next level, then when he gets to the hold, he opens the large hold doors, and lowers the ramp:: Vorian: These guys like their privacy, so let's not spook them.
<Vorian_Kel> Tam: I'll keep that in mind...

ACTION:: As the ramp lowers several load lifters can be seen, full of containers ready to come aboard::

<Tam_Sneed> ::walks calmly out onto the lowered ramp:: All: You can load when ready.
<Bangor> ::steps from behind a loader and walks up to Tam with a datapad and blaster:: Tam: As soon as you sign for the load, we will put it on. :: plays with the blaster after handing the pad over::
<Tam_Sneed> ::looks the pad over, then looks at the containers:: Bangor: So this is just ore?
<Vorian_Kel> ::Vorian watches Bangor discreetly, his eyes narrowing as the man starts playing with his blaster::
<Bangor> Tam: You question us? ::looks worried and a bit upset, playing with the blaster a bit more::
<Tam_Sneed> Bangor: No! Not at all. I was just verifying the load. It is my job, you know. Nothing against you at all. ::quickly signs the pad and hands it back:: Sorry if I offended.
<Bangor> ::waves the loaders to move on:: Tam: We will consider your apology.::leaves quickly::
<Tam_Sneed> ::shakes his head and goes back aboard to watch them load::
<Vorian_Kel> ::watches them unload as well, wondering why Bangor's so jumpy::

ACTION:: All the survivors finish eating about the same time::

<Kaltril> ::sighs and sits back:: Skull: Now what? You shackle us together and run us down to the dungeon?
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: folds his arms:: Of course not. I'll find some quarters for you and you can relax and recover until we find a good place to drop you off.
<Kaltril> Skull: I'll take the quarters furthest from these guys.
<Nandi_Lasko> Skul: Ya sure Tam's gonna like that idea?
<Stemple> Kaltril: Thanks for being thoughtful towards us finally.
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: shrugs:: At this point I'm not a hundred percent sure he'd like any idea. :: looks to Kaltril:: Well I'm not sure if we will have enough for each of you to have your own room. But I will check on that.
<Kaltril> ::grumbles a bit::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::looks right at Terid:: All: And I am NOT looking for a roommate.
<Terid> ::looks to her:: Nandi: Awww, you sure?
<Nandi_Lasko> Terid: Yep

ACTION:: Once again the others laugh at Terid's expense::

<Nandi_Lasko> ::frowns a bit and turns around to get a drink::
<Asrid> Skull: Alright, I think we can get into some quarters. If you have to double us up, it's alright.
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: nods:: I will check with the captain and see what we have available for you.
<Nandi_Lasko> Skul: I think I'm gonna go study some specs on this thing. Maybe I can get more power from it and impress Tam somehow.. ::shrugs and walks past Terid on her way out.. he could swear he heard her whisper, "Sorry I made them all laugh at you".. then she's out the door and on the way to a terminal::
<Terid> ::watches her leave with a grin::

ACTION:: The hold is loaded with one thousand containers in no time, and the droids secure the load quite well, before leaving::

<Tam_Sneed> ::closes the ramp and hold doors:: Vorian: So, that was exciting.
<Vorian_Kel> ::moves to join Tam:: Tam: Yeah, enthralling. What exactly was that guy's problem?
<Tam_Sneed> Vorian: These guys are very secretive. These containers may have ore or not. They don't want anyone to know what it is, except their customers. ::shrugs:: I guess it's a customer relations type of thing.
<Vorian_Kel> Tam: Isn't that kind of risky on your part? Taking on cargo when you're not really sure what it is?
<Tam_Sneed> ::grins:: Vorian: Yeah, but it pays well. :: begins heading back up::
<Vorian_Kel> Tam: Until you get someone else chasing you down because they want the mysterious cargo for their own reasons... ::follows him::
<Tam_Sneed> ::glances back:: Vorian: Rarely happens. When it does, it's because of the client or his customer, and not so much for the cargo itself.
<Vorian_Kel> Tam: Just because it's rare doesn't mean it never happens.
<Tam_Sneed> Vorian: I never said never. But hey, everyone needs a little excitement, right?
<Vorian_Kel> ::nods:: Tam: Excitement's never frightened me, Captain.
<Tam_Sneed> ::grins:: Vorian: If it did, you'd be in the wrong business, bounty hunter. ::chuckles, then when he gets to the lounge and looks around:: All: You still here?

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Part 004

Episode 005 Part 004

Prelude:

Maverick slips through hyperspace effortlessly, on its way to a small planet that has a large spaceport. The planet, itself, is non-descript, but the spaceport is used as a hub for those traveling through the region.

Meanwhile, in the main hold, Terid, Stemple, Asrid and Kaltril have gathered a few items that they could find and are making some sort of music.

At the same time, Tam is meeting with Olivia in his cabin to discuss something important.

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<Terid> :: dances around, while the others play a tune::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::stands kind of on the edge of things, as usual, watching Terid dance::
<Vorian_Kel> ::since he has nothing better to do, Vorian's down in the hold, looking bored::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::listens to the tune for a bit to get the rhythm, then steps over to dance along with Terid::
<Skulonn_Vorc> :: steps into the hold and watches the festivities::
<Terid> ::spins around and reaches out, snagging Nandi and pulling her into the dance::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::giggles and keeps up with his steps as best she can::
<Terid> ::sashays around the hold, throwing in a spin here and there:: Nandi: Quite a good dancer, young sweetheart.
<Stemple> Terid: And what do you think of the girl's dancing?
<Nandi_Lasko> ::smiles and turns a little pink:: Terid: Not that great..
<Terid> ::sticks his tongue out at Stemple, as they sashay past him::
<Asrid> Stemple: Why do you have to do that?
<Stemple> Asrid: Because it's Terid. ::chuckles::
<Nandi_Lasko> Terid: Don't mind them. They just wish they were dancing with me. ::grins::
<Kaltril> ::signals the end of the tune before he stops playing::
<Terid> ::gives Nandi one last spin and a dip:: Nandi: You got that right. ::winks and pulls her up again::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::laughs and holds on as he spins her::
<Kaltril> All: Any requests?
<Terid> :: looks around:: All: Oh, come now! You have to have something you want to hear!
<Vorian_Kel> ::winces:: Kaltril: Would asking you guys to not play anything else count as a request?
<Kaltril> ::laughs:: Vorian: I wouldn't mind, but these guys need the practice.
<Asrid> :: begins playing an offbeat beat::
<Stemple> ::grins and joins in::
<Terid> Guys: Aw, come on! Not that one!
<Vorian_Kel> Terid: Why not this one?
<Kaltril> ::nods and joins in too::

ACTION:: The sound of the music has a jungle sound to it::

<Terid> :: begins dancing erratically, to fit to the music::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::raises an eyebrow and watches, then does her best to join::
<Terid> ::smiles as he sees Nandi join in, then moves to Vorian to get him to join:: Vorian: Come on! :: pulls at him a bit::
<Vorian_Kel> ::frowns dubiously:: Terid: You have to be kidding.
<Terid> ::shakes his head:: Vorian: I don't kid.
<Vorian_Kel> Terid: And I don't dance.
<Nandi_Lasko> Terid: He's too tough to dance
<Terid> ::shakes his head and waves off Vorian:: Nandi: No one's too tough to dance. Look at me!
<Nandi_Lasko> ::laughs:: Terid: You're tough huh?

ACTION:: The rest of the guys almost miss a beat as they laugh::

<Terid> :: pokes himself in the chest:: Nandi: You'd be suprised at how tough I am! I have to put up with these guys all the time. ::thumbs over to the players::
<Vorian_Kel> ::smirks:: Terid: I think it's them who have to put up with you. I'm still trying to figure out how they do it.
<Stemple> Terid: Hey!
<Terid> Vorian: Bah! Yer just a spoil sport.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::laughs again:: I'm gonna trip over my feet if you all keep making me laugh

ACTION:: The music comes to an end and Terid stops dancing. Meanwhile, Tam enters the hold and watches a bit::

<Terid> Nandi: I'd hate for you to take a tumble.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::smiles:: Terid: I'm sure you'd catch me
<Kaltril> Terid: Hey there! She's just a girl. Back off!
<Terid> Kaltril: She seems pretty mature to me.
<Stemple> Terid: Compared to you?
<Vorian_Kel> ::laughs::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::laughs::
<Terid> All: You know, I don't have to put up with this.
<Nandi_Lasko> Kaltril: Let him be.. I'm old enough to know my own mind.
<Tam_Sneed> ::walks down the stairs:: Terid: It's ok. You can take her with you, if you want. Just beware. She's got an attitude about her.
<Vorian_Kel> ::looks back as he hears Tam's voice:: Tam: Hey, boss. How'd the meeting go?
<Nandi_Lasko> ::gives Tam a dirty look and opens her mouth to say something, but thinks better of it::
<Tam_Sneed> ::nods to Vorian:: Vorian: The meeting was not good. ::frowns deeply::
<Vorian_Kel> Tam: Uh oh. What happened?
<Tam_Sneed> ::sighs:: Vorian: Miss Brahn is leaving for personal reasons. That's as far as I'd like to discuss it. ::looks to the "guests":: All: Good news for all of you, though.
<Terid> Tam: Oh? How so?
<Tam_Sneed> Terid: Our next stop has an available transport for all of you, to take you wherever you're going.
<Kaltril> Tam: Great. Not that it will do much good. We lost all of our stuff on the other transport.
<Tam_Sneed> Kaltril: I'm sure you can get new stuff along the way. Besides, what I heard on my way down wasn't half bad.
<Asrid> Tam: Thanks! ::smiles::
<Vorian_Kel> Tam: You must have missed the other half, then. ::smirks good-naturedly at the players::
<Terid> ::gives Vorian his trademark sticking out of the tongue::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::raises an eyebrow:: Terid: I ought to grab that thing and pull.. teach you not to stick it out all the time
<Kaltril> Vorian: If these guys had their instruments, the sound woulda been much better.
<Terid> ::whispers something in Nandi's ear thats a bit x-rated::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::turns bright red and gets quite tongue tied::
<Vorian_Kel> Kaltril: Ah, don't worry about it, I'm just teasing you guys anyway.
<Asrid> Vorian: Sure hope so.
<Tam_Sneed> All: We'll be at port in half an hour. Get what you have together and be ready. ::turns to head back to the flight deck::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::grabs Terid's arm before he can go anywhere, starts to say something, but just shakes her head and hugs him, then walks out of the hold::
<Terid> ::grins:: Nandi: Aw, don't be like that. Like yer Captain said, you can come with us.

ACTION:: That half hour moves quickly for some, and painfully slow for others. Maverick drops out of hyperspace an banks towards the tiny planet with quite a bit of traffic around it::

<Nandi_Lasko> ::gets up off her bed, where she's spent most of the last half hour, wipes her face, and goes looking for Terid::
<Terid> ::sits in the lounge area drinking something with his friends::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::finds Terid in the lounge and slips quietly into the seat next to him::
<Terid> ::looks over to Nandi:: Nandi: You make up yer mind yet?
<Nandi_Lasko> ::sighs:: Terid: What do you need with a teenage mechanic?
<Terid> ::grins:: Nandi: Don't need the mechanic part, but the girl sure is sweet.
<Nandi_Lasko> Terid: Right.. so I'd just sit around with no purpose all day.. kinda like I do here, until this thing breaks and I can prove I'm worth something..
<Terid> ::looks around:: Nandi: Looks like you have yer job cut out for ya. This thing seems pretty solid.
<Nandi_Lasko> Terid: Guess I shouldn't complain. The whole thing could fall apart faster than I could fix it..
<Terid> ::shrugs:: Nandi: It's your choice. We gotta go as soon as this ship lands.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::nods:: Terid: I know.. and I'll miss you.. you're the first person to be truly kind to me since I left home. But I'm going to stick it out here.. I bargained for my bed in exchange for my services. One day, I'll be needed.
<Terid> Nandi: You'll be in my thoughts often.
<Stemple> Nandi: Yeah, when he's along in a dark place.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::laughs and blushes a bit:: Stemple: Don't be so hard on him. I guess I'm just unforgetable. ::shrugs::

<Skulonn_Vorc> :: wakes up in the hold, having dozed off sometime after everyone left to get ready for departure::

<Vorian_Kel> ::Vorian steps onto the flight deck and sits down, looking at Tam as they approach the planet:: Tam: So...any news on that missing crewman you're looking for?
<Tam_Sneed> ::looks back at Vorian:: Vorian: No, nothing new. If I need yer help, I'll let ya know. ::watches Olivia bring Maverick into the port for one last time::
<Vorian_Kel> ::nods:: Tam: Any idea how long we might be here? Maybe I can do some digging, see if there is anything new...
<Tam_Sneed> Vorian: We'll be here a couple hours. Maybe longer.
<Vorian_Kel> Tam: Oh, good.
<Tam_Sneed> Vorian: But don't you have yer own to look up?
<Vorian_Kel> Tam: Sure, but it's kind of hard for me to go after any of them without a ship of my own, so what's the point?
<Tam_Sneed> Vorian: I was under the assumption that you weren't planning on sticking around for long. Seems a lot of people feel that way. ::looks to Olivia who shoots him a sad look::

ACTION:: Olivia lands on a pad and shuts Maverick down::

<Vorian_Kel> ::frowns, not wanting to get into that since it isn't his business:: Tam: I don't really have anyplace else to go until I can save up enough credits to either fix my ship or buy a new one.
<Tam_Sneed> ::nods to Vorian:: Vorian: I'll do what I can to help, but making credits is up to you.
<Vorian_Kel> Tam: Thanks. Hopefully I can repay you by finding your friend.
<Tam_Sneed> ::shrugs:: Vorian: I'm sure we will find her soon ::watches Olivia leave the flight deck in a hurry::
<Vorian_Kel> ::watches Olivia go and shakes his head:: Tam: I hope she's okay...
<Tam_Sneed> Vorian: Me too... me too. ::sighs and gets up to help off-load the cargo::

<Kaltril> ::chuckles:: All: Ok boys, let's go. ::gets out of his seat and heads for the stairs::
<Terid> ::watches the others follow and gets up:: Nandi: If you ever need to, I'm sure you can find me. We perform all over.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::nods and gets up to hug him again:: Terid: I'll remember..
<Terid> ::hugs the girl and grins:: Nandi: So will I.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::sighs and heads for her room again::
<Terid> ::watches after her before catching up to the others::

<Nandi_Lasko> ::runs into Tam on her way to her room:: Tam: I think we need to talk.. when you have a chance..
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: Sure, if yer sticking around. Right now, I have work to do.
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: I am.. I'll be in my room when you're free.. ::heads on her way again::

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Part 005

Episode 005 Part 005

Prelude:

It's been an hour at the spaceport and the cargo is ong gone. Tam has been looking for more to take elsewhere, while the rest of the crew takes the time to do as they wish.

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<Nandi_Lasko> ::wanders the shops in the spaceport, looking to pick up a couple of new shirts or something with the little cash she brought with her from home::
<Tam_Sneed> ::checks the ads on the kiosk hoping that he will find something that will get them going again::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::sighs as she walks out of a shop where everything costs way too much::
<Tam_Sneed> ::catches sight of Nandi and waves her over:: Nandi: Hey! Come on over, Girl.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::frowns, but walks over:: Tam: I have a name.
<Tam_Sneed> ::looks down at her:: Nandi: Yeah. Anyway, you had something to tell me, right?
<Nandi_Lasko> ::hesitates a little, but stands her ground:: Tam: I'm sorry I hid on your ship. Really. But do you have to hate me so much? Do you have to offer to give me away? I could have gone ya know..
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: I dn't hate you. Hate's much too strong a word for it. And I wasn't giving you away. The choice to leave is always yours, like your choice to stow away. If you want to stay, you can, but when you want to go, I won't stand in yer way.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::sighs:: Tam: Fine then.. you don't hate me.. so why do you dislike me so much?
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: Maybe it's your attitude or maybe it's your looks. I haven't decided. ::grins jokingly::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::folds her arms and looks up at him:: Tam: It's not my looks. I'm cute and you know it. And if I give you attitude it's because you're always grumpy with me. I feel like I'm not wanted, but I stayed because I told you I'd earn my keep.
<Tam_Sneed> ::looks back to the kiosk:: Nandi: I'm grumpy with everyone. Nothing personal. I don't make friends with anyone, and I have my reasons. As for your keep, earning it is quite easy on Maverick. Do as yer told and all falls into place.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::sighs:: Tam: Not that this is a bad thing.. but your ship is in great shape.. which leaves me with little to do to prove my worth.
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: Things change at a moment's notice, and sometimes without notice. Don't worry. Be happy you don't have to prove that. When you do, it's not going to be pretty. Trust me.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::nods, hesitating again, but deciding in for a penny, in for a pound:: Tam: I hear things though.. You lost someone.. Is that why you're so grumpy? Was she someone special to you?
<Tam_Sneed> ::looks to her again:: Nandi: That's nothing you have to worry about. It's the past, and thats where it'll probably stay.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::nods and sighs:: Tam: If you need me to help in any way.. ::shrugs:: I just want to be like anyone else on your crew ya know..
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: Just do as yer told, and stay out of personal business, and you'll be fine. ::reaches in his pocket:: Speaking of earning yer keep. ::hands her her share of the last load::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::takes it, but looks at him a bit oddly:: Tam: I didn't do anything.. other than snap at you all the time..
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: If you don't want it, the just give it back. ::holds his hand out::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::shrugs:: Tam: Skul gets paid when no one gets hurt right? Guess bein part of the crew is worth a share.. but I'll take it with a promise to do more from now on. Even if the ship is in perfect shape. Besides.. if I don't get new clothes soon, these will be falling apart.. which I don't know if you wanna see or not.. ::winks at him and grins::
<Tam_Sneed> ::nods:: Nandi: A little less lip would be nice too, if you could manage it. ::grins to her::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::smiles and nods:: Tam: I can manage it, if you can manage a few more smiles and kind words now and then.
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: We'll see how things go. ::looks back to the kiosk:: Ever think of contacting yer parents to let them know yer still alive?
<Nandi_Lasko> ::nods:: Tam: I thought about it.. though I wonder sometimes if my mother would care.. ::shrugs::
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: That's between you and them. Not my problem. I just don't want to be pinned as a kidnapper. ::finds something promising, finally::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::raises an eyebrow:: Tam: I think I'm old enough that you wouldn't be on the hook for this. ::laughs:: I'll be sure to tell anyone who asks that you absolutely didn't want me along. ::grins:: I've got some shopping to do. How long until we leave?
<Tam_Sneed> ::looks back briefly:: Nandi: You have ten hours, before yer perminent here.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::nods:: Tam: More than enough time. ::looks around:: And trust me, if I leave you to be permanent somewhere, it won't be here.. ::laughs and turns to go, looking back over her shoulder on her way to a shop:: I hope you find her.. ::stops at another kiosk quick before shopping, sending a quick note home::
<Tam_Sneed> ::gets the info for the job and finds another one that could be good a few hours before then, but decides to go with the first one::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::leaves the kiosk and heads off to finish her shopping::
<Tam_Sneed> ::heads over to try to schedule the job::

<Vorian_Kel> ::Vorian has been working the HoloNet for most of the past hour, trying to get a hold of some of his old underworld contacts. So far he hasn't had much luck, but finally he manages to get a hold of one of them. It's not his favorite source for information, but beggars can't be choosers...::
<Garev> [Vorian]: Ah, Vorian Kel. Been a long time. What makes you contact me now?
<Vorian_Kel> ::forces a smile on his face:: [Garev]: Good to see you again, Garev. Listen, I lost track of a bounty and I was wondering if you might be able to help me zero in on him again.
<Garev> [Vorian]: You? The great Vorian Kel? Impossible! ::chuckles briefly:: So, who's the slippery mark this time? I've got my hand on quite a few and just might be able to help.
<Vorian_Kel> ::takes a deep breath and counts slowly to five. He's always hated Garev.:: [Garev]: Look, it wasn't my kriffing fault, alright? He had some buddies laying in wait to ambush me. Even I get beat sometimes. ::shakes his head:: Anyway, his name's Kelgar, he's an Iktochi.
<Garev> ::nods:: [Vorian]: Ah, yes. Sounds a lot like Kelgar. A crafty devil. ::rubs his chin:: Let me check something. I think I heard where he may have been. ::looks down:: You say he busted you up where? ::grins, still looking down::
<Vorian_Kel> :frowns:: [Garev]: An asteroid belt in the Denon system.
<Garev> ::mumbles something:: [Vorian]: Ah yes. Here it is. ::looks up narrowing his eyes:: How much is he worth to you?
<Vorian_Kel> ::sighs, muttering:: I knew this was coming... [Garev]: Come on, Gar, after all these years you're still gonna do this to me?
<Garev> ::leans back:: [Vorian]: Hey! I have to get fed like everyone else, and times have been tough! ::leans forward and narrows his eyes again:: Now, how much are you willing to part with?
<Vorian_Kel> ::stares right back at Garev:: [Garev]: Fine. If you help me catch this guy, you can have ten percent of the take. Alright?
<Garev> ::grins:: [Vorian]: Ten percent? You know, that would be fair, somewhere, but not here. Twenty-five percent is more what I was thinking.
<Vorian_Kel> [Garev]: Garev, now you're just trying to fleece me. I need to eat like everyone else, and times have been tough. ::smirks:: Twelve percent.
<Garev> ::raises his hands:: [Vorian]: OK, ok. Rob me why don't you? ::looks down again:: Alright. I'll do you a favor and won't even ask for my cut up front, this time.
<Vorian_Kel> ::nods:: [Garev]: That's very kind of you, old friend. Don't worry, you know I'll be good for it. So, what do you have for me?
<Garev> ::looks up with a smile:: [Vorian]: You're going to like this. Kelgar has managed to find his way back to Corellia. Guess his friends convinced him he has a place to stay there. ::looks down again then shrugs before looking back up:: Thats all I got. But you're good enough to make that enough, right? Just stay away from Kelgar's friends this time. I like to eat.
<Vorian_Kel> [Garev]: Corellia? Interesting... ::nods:: Yeah, that should be plenty, Garev. Thanks. And don't worry, I won't let those karkers get the jump on me again. ::he smiles at Garev and starts to end the transmission, but suddenly remembers something:: Actually, before you go, there's something else you might be able to help me with...
<Garev> ::a bit surprised:: [Vorian]: More? Doing two things at once? How ambitious!
<Vorian_Kel> ::grins:: [Garev]: Yeah, I guess you can say I'm trying to expand my operations. There's someone else I'm looking for--not a bounty, per se, more a missing person. A Zeltron woman named Arani Chianna. Have you heard anything about her?
<Garev> ::frowns:: [Vorian]: Zeltron woman? There has to be quite a few of those floating around. But missing is something else. ::looks down to do his search then looks up, still frowning:: [Vorian]: Looks like you're out of luck. No one by that name shows up. However, there has been some news on a new Zeltron slave of a different name. ::leans back:: But I don't think you want to check her out. It'd be too dangerous.
<Vorian_Kel> ::raises an eyebrow:: [Garev]: Why do you think that?
<Garev> [Vorian]: She's not in the most friendly sector, if you get the drift. If you do go after her, I need to be paid up front for Kelgar and her information.
<Vorian_Kel> ::sighs:: [Garev]: Fair enough, I suppose. What do you have?
<Garev> ::shakes his head:: [Vorian]: No. Pay up first. ::has a somewhat scared look on his face::
<Vorian_Kel> ::looks a little worried at Garev's expression, but he nods:: Garev: Alright. I've still got enough in my account to cover the twelve percent. I'm wiring it to you now. ::leans forward and hits a few buttons, sending the money::
<Garev> ::checks his account and then looks up:: [Vorian]: You can still get out of this, if you like. Turn away, if you're smart, I mean. ::sighs:: Look who I'm talking to. ::looks down again, then up:: She's on a small moon in Hutt Space. I'll send you the rest encrypted. I don't want it traced back to me. ::sends Vorian the coordinants of the moon::
<Vorian_Kel> ::lets out a quiet whistle at the mention of Hutt Space:: [Garev]: I wish I could get out, Garev, but I'm doing this for someone else. ::nods as he receives the encrypted packet:: I'll take a look at this once you've disconnected. Thanks for all your help.
<Garev> [Vorian]: From now on, you don't know me. Do me a favor and forget me. ::terminates the transmission on his end::
<Vorian_Kel> ::frowns and downloads the information to his datapad, then signs off of the HoloNet and heads out of the building, waiting until he's out before turning the datapad on and accessing the information Garev sent him::

ACTION:: The data shows the moon to be in a sector of Hutt Space that isn't well travelled but it isn't hard to get to, as long as not detected::

<Vorian_Kel> ::frowns in thought as he switches the datapad off and starts to head back to the ship, trying to figure out how they could get there without the Hutts noticing::

<Nandi_Lasko> :: barters and haggles and comes out of the little shop carrying some cute outfits, assuming anyone on the crew will care to notice when she wears them, then she hits a shoe store and barters for some sandles, as well as for some more practical shoes, adding them to the bags she already has before heading off to look for a hair salon or something of the sort and smiles as she sees a salon she thinks might do, checks the time, and heads inside::

<Tam_Sneed> ::walks out of the small office, grumbling something about someone stealing his job from him, then heads over to the second job on his list. Moments later, he gets to an even smaller office and talks to the person with the job, and leaves again, frowning, but not grumbling, then minutes later he gets back to Maverick in time to see Olivia carrying her stuff... he speaks with her a few minutes before watching her leave the ship::

ACTION:: Olivia heads for a transport ship, not far from Maverick, not looking back for her own reasons::

<Tam_Sneed> ::sighs and heads back to the flight deck to get things ready::

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Part 006

Episode 005 Part 006

Prelude:

It's been an hour since Olivia left Maverick, which doesn't help Tam's mood much. He has set in the coordinates for the next location, and is getting ready to find anyone who is lagging behind.

In the meantime, Vorian revealed the information he got from Garev. Tam was not too surprised,and was maybe a bit annoyed that Vorian had gotten the information. Regardless why he's upset at that fact, the information does give them an extra stop along the way.

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<Vorian_Kel> ::Vorian's sitting on the flight deck, watching Tam as he inputs nav coords, and can clearly see that he's annoyed:: Tam: What exactly is your problem?
<Nandi_Lasko> ::heads back up the ramp carrying all her shopping bags and stops in the hold to thumb a comm:: I'm back on board if anyone's here to hear this.. ::heads for her room to get rid of all this stuff::
<Tam_Sneed> ::not looking up from his work:: Vorian: No problem at all. As I said, I already knew she was in Hutt Space. You went to a lot of trouble to tell me mostly what I already knew. If you'd have asked, I could have told you much the same information. ::sighs:: Look, I barely know ya and you know nothing about me. It's not normal for someone, let alone a bounty hunter, to go out of his way to do what you did....
<Tam_Sneed> ... Guess I should be grateful, but I'm the type who likes to be in on things that affect me.
<Vorian_Kel> ::sits back in his chair, grinning:: Tam: Alright, next time I decide to get in touch with one of my mysterious and dangerous underworld contacts who'd probably kill me *and* you if they found out you knew about them, I'll let you know.
<Tam_Sneed> ::grins:: Vorian: Much appreciated.
<Vorian_Kel> ::turns to do a quick pre-flight check while Tam keeps working on the navigation:: Tam: And you're welcome, by the way. You might have known she was in Hutt Space, but the Hutts' territory is almost as big as an actual Hutt. That's an awful lot of stars to check.
<Tam_Sneed> ::looks down at the com, after hearing Nandi return:: Vorian: You wanna be even more helpful and see if Mr. Skulonn is aboard? I'd like to leave soon.
<Vorian_Kel> ::nods and gets up:: Tam: Aye aye, Captain. ::turns and heads out of the bridge, heading down to check the medbay::
<Tam_Sneed> ::sits back and closes his eyes, letting everything sink in::
<Vorian_Kel> ::makes his way down to the medbay and raps his knuckles on the doorjamb as he steps inside, looking around:: Hello? Doc?

ACTION:: Vorian doesn't find Skull in the medbay. After looking around a bit, he does spot a datapad with Tam's name on the screen::

<Vorian_Kel> Huh... :: decides not to be a snoop and takes the datapad up to the bridge, handing it to Tam as he sits back down:: Tam: He wasn't in the medbay, but I did find this...
<Tam_Sneed> ::looks the datapad over, not sure what to make of it:: Vorian: And he wasn't anywhere to be found? ::accesses the datapad::
<Vorian_Kel> ::shakes his head:: Tam: No sign of him, neither scale nor tentacle.

ACTION:: After accessing the pad, a holo of Skull appears. He begins to speak::

<Holo-Skulonn> :: shimmers into existance across from Tam:: Tam: Hello Mr. Sneed. I apologize for not doing this in person, but you were away from the ship and I was on something of a schedule. I have enjoyed serving aboard your ship, and have learned a lot about the smuggling trade. However, I have come to realize that this ship is not the best place for me to make use of my talents.
<Tam_Sneed> ::watches the holo:: Self: Great! Another one.
<Vorian_Kel> :: blinks:: Well, that's surprising. Maybe we should have gotten shot more often so he'd have had more to do?
<Holo-Skulonn> :: continues:: Tam: So I regretfully resign my position here, such as it is. Good luck to you in your future endeavors. :: salutes as the holo fades away::
<Tam_Sneed> Vorian: A little late to be volunterin'
<Nandi_Lasko> ::walks onto the flight deck just in time to catch the end of that and frowns::
<Vorian_Kel> Tam: Maybe you should rename this ship the Revolving Door...
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: Gee.. good thing I didn't leave with them huh? You and Vorian would get awfully lonely.
<Tam_Sneed> ::tosses the datapad across the flightdeck:: Self: Just when I need a crew. ::looks to Nandi and Vorian:: Both: Yer free to leave too, if ya like. Nuthin' to keep ya here.
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: I'm not leaving. Though we already discussed that one
<Vorian_Kel> ::shrugs, leaning back in his seat again:: Tam: Can't let you go off to Hutt Space all on your lonesome, you might get lost. Besides, it's dangerous over there.
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: Judging by yer hair, you probably don't want a ride home, either.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::laughs:: Tam: A ride home is the last thing I want. Always has been..
<Tam_Sneed> Vorian: Looks like Hutt Space will have to wait a bit longer, until I get more crew at least. In the meantime, we're heading to Talasea to pick up a cargo. I hope you got everything you need for a while.
<Vorian_Kel> ::nods:: Tam: I picked up some supplies before talking with my friend, so I'm all set.
<Tam_Sneed> ::turns and presses a few button and pushes a few levers, while cursing under his breath::

ACTION:: Maverick comes to life and all hatches and ramps close and seal. Minutes later, the ship lifts off and heads out to the jump point::

<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: I'm fine for a trip, as long as there's enough food on this thing..
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: Since it's the three of us, we have plenty of food.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::sits down behind Tam:: Tam: Yeah.. guess there would be..
<Tam_Sneed> ::gets Maverick to the jump point and activates the hyperdrive::

ACTION:: Maverick slips into hyperspace without a hitch::

<Nandi_Lasko> ::watches the stars streak by::
<Tam_Sneed> ::spins his seat around:: Both: OK, here's the deal. The cargo is livestock, and we need to keep it caged and keep out hands and feet away from the cages, unless we feel the need to lose something. When we pick up the cargo, we will be informed of where to take it. I'm not keen on this type of job, but it's something to keep us going and busy. I don't expect to pick up any crew on Talasea, so it'll be on us to manage the cargo.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::raises an eyebrow:: Tam: What kind of livestock?
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: Just banthas and rycrits. ::keeping a straight face::
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: There's something you're not telling us.. something that might bite off a hand.
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: They can bite. Just warning ya.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::nods and drops the subject, but doesn't look very convinced::
<Vorian_Kel> Tam: And why are we hauling livestock, of all kriffing things?
<Tam_Sneed> Vorian: Just thought it would be interesting, and it pays well.
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: How well?
<Vorian_Kel> Riiiight... ::shakes his head:: I'm a bounty hunter, not a rancher...
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: Let's just say that since it's three of us, your cut is over two thousand credits.
<Vorian_Kel> ::stops:: So, hauling livestock, you say?
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: Wow.. for that, I think I'd be willing to haul a rancor
<Tam_Sneed> ::chuckles:: Nandi: Careful for what you wish for.
<Vorian_Kel> Nandi: I wouldn't joke about rancors if I were you, girl. ::flashes back to a particularly difficult job that took him to Dathomir and shudders::
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: I didn't say I wished for it.. ::laughs::
<Tam_Sneed> ::grins and spins back to the controls:: Both: Once we get rid of the animals and smell, we'll head for that moon in Hutt Space.
<Vorian_Kel> ::nods:: Tam: Sounds like a plan.
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: Thought we needed more crew for that one..
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: Yeah, and I'm hoping to pick up more along the way. ::checks to make sure everything is working:: Both: Well, I guess I'll take a walk around, since it's a bit quiet around here now.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::nods:: Tam: If you find anything broken, comm me.. ::smiles::
<Vorian_Kel> ::nods distractedly as he looks over the star charts:: Tam: You know...Talasea is awfully close to Corellia...
<Tam_Sneed> ::gets up from his seat and nods to Nandi:: Vorian: Yeah, a bit.
<Vorian_Kel> Tam: Remember that bounty I was chasing before we met? I found out he's on Corellia.
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: Hmm.. could find more crew there too..
<Tam_Sneed> ::stops at the door:: Vorian: So you want to make a quick stop, I'm guessing?
<Vorian_Kel> ::shrugs:: Tam: If you wouldn't mind. Or I could borrow one of your shuttles and go over there on my own, if that would be better. ::nods in agreement with Nandi:: She has a point, we'd have a better chance of finding new crew on Corellia than on Talasea, too.
<Tam_Sneed> ::thinks a moment:: Vorian: Alright, We'll stop by Corellia after picking up the cargo. ::sighs:: Always something. ::heads off for his walk::
<Vorian_Kel> ::watches him go, then frowns at Nandi:: Nandi: Looks like someone woke up on the wrong side of the bed today... missing crew member more than he admits.. and now he's the only one left that even remembers her..
<Vorian_Kel> ::shrugs:: Nandi: You're probably right.
<Nandi_Lasko> Vorian: A less compassionate bunch of people might even challenge his decision to go after her, and try to take over his command. Guess he's lucky that I have a heart and you like looking for people. ::laughs::
<Vorian_Kel> ::grins:: Nandi: Yeah, well, he doesn't seem to appreciate the help.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::shrugs again:: Vorian: He's worried.. he'll change when we find her.. I hope..

ACTION:: There are about four hours of hyperspace before they reach Talasea, which is plenty of time to rest up.::

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Part 007

Episode 005 Part 007

Prelude:

Maverick pops out of hyperspace near Talasea, and slows as the planet comes into view. After going through the usual clearances and etc., Maverick heads for a small landing pad in the middle of nowhere on the planet.

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<Nandi_Lasko> ::sits on the flight deck and stares out the windows at the planet as they fly over::
<Tam_Sneed> ::slips into a high orbit before continuing:: Vorian: So, when you headin' to Corellia?
<Vorian_Kel> ::turns to Tam, looking at him crossly:: Tam: I could have left as soon as we dropped out of hyperspace, but you've neglected to tell me where I'm supposed to meet you after I'm done.
<Nandi_Lasko> Vorian: Or maybe you neglected to ask. ::smiles::
<Vorian_Kel> Nandi: Didn't know you were on his side now. ::smirks good-naturedly at her, then turns to Tam:: Tam: Well?
<Nandi_Lasko> Vorian: Hey.. I'm not pickin sides.. that'd make things a bit uncomfortable around here.. ::laughs::
<Tam_Sneed> ::shrugs:: Vorian: As you know, I still don't know where this livestock is supposed to go. I can't give you a definite time when we would show up. I can tell you that over the past hour, I figured Bothawui would be a good place to meet. If you want to wait to find out how long we might be, that would be fine. Otherwise, go now and hope you don't have to wait too long for us.
<Vorian_Kel> ::nods as he gets up:: Tam: If I have to wait long, I'm sure I'll find something to occupy my time. It's not like Corellia's Talasea or anything. ::grins, then waves at the two of them before he walks off to gather his gear::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::shrugs and waves back:: Vorian: Cya
<Tam_Sneed> ::glances back to Nandi:: Nandi: Does that mean he's leavin' now or waiting for us to find out how long we'll be?
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: Looks like he's leavin now.. ::shrugs:: Guess it's just you and me
<Tam_Sneed> ::sighs:: Nandi: Guess so. How are you at loading cargo?
<Nandi_Lasko> ::raises an eyebrow:: Tam: That depends on if the cargo is gonna try to bite me or run away..
<Tam_Sneed> :: preps the shuttlebay for a shuttle to leave and waits for Vorian to let him know when he's ready:: Nandi: You'll learn to be good at it if you stick around long enough. Bite or no bite.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::nods:: Tam: I'm always willing to learn something new. ::smiles::
<Tam_Sneed> ::nods and chuckles:: Nandi: Yeah, seemed that way with those performers.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::raises an eyebrow:: Tam: Not that.. if I'd wanted to learn that, I would have gone with them.. ::grins::
<Vorian_Kel> ::once he's got everything, he enters the shuttle Tam has agreed to let him use and starts up the pre-flight sequence:: [Tam]: Okay, I'm ready to disembark. Don't worry about your shuttle, Sneed, I'll take good care of her. She won't get a scratch.
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: I guess so. ::hears Vorian:: [Vorian]: Yeah, yeah. Better not. ::opens the bay doors after depressurizing::
<Vorian_Kel> ::grins and takes the shuttle out of the bay, inputting the coordinates for Corellia into the navicomputer. As soon as he's clear of Talasea's gravity well, he jumps into hyperspace::
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: I'm not the kind of girl to fall for all that flirting and promise of some kind of romanticized circus-like life.. ::shrugs::
<Tam_Sneed> ::closes up the bay and moves Maverick on towards the landing pad:: Nandi: I'm not sure what kind of girl you are, except that you like sneaking around. ::grins to her::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::shrugs:: I want more out of life than following a performing crew around when I don't perform... living off someone else's work isn't for me.

ACTION:: It's only minutes before Maverick finds the pad and lands on it.::

<Tam_Sneed> ::shuts down and spins aroud in his seat:: Nandi: Well, in that case, it's time to work. Let's go. ::heads out and towards the main cargo hold::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::laughs and follows him:: Tam: Anything else you'd like to know?
<Tam_Sneed> ::as he slides down one set of stairs:: Nandi: I'm sure I'll find out more than I need to know, over time.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::shrugs and slides down after him:: Tam: That's fun.. ::laughs:: Really though.. if you're curious some time, just ask. It makes sense you'd want to know about people on your ship.
<Tam_Sneed> ::gets ready to go down the last set of stairs:: Nandi: As long as you aren't going to back-stab me, I don't much care who you are.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::laughs again:: Tam: Well I don't have reason to do that.. I'm not that mean
<Tam_Sneed> ::gets to the bottom of the stairs and starts for the hold doors:: Nandi: That's good. Hope you ate well, yer gonna need yer strength. ::hits the button to open the doors::

ACTION:: The doors open slowly and the ramp lowers and extends to the pad::

<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: Umm.. ok.. ::looks out the doors::
<Tam_Sneed> ::stands there with his hand on the blaster on his hip::

ACTION:: On the pad are nine men and twenty large cages::

<Handler1> ::walks towards Maverick, not showing any signs of being threatening:: Tam: Hello there! You made good time.
<Tam_Sneed> ::nods:: Handler1: Yeah. Time's too short to waste. ::walks down the ramp towards the man::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::walks with him, looking at the cages::
<Handler1> ::stops at the bottom of the ramp and looks to Nandi:: Tam: Where's the rest of your crew?
<Tam_Sneed> ::looks back to Nandi:: Handler1: Don't let her size and age fool you. She's all I need for a crew these days. ::grins::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::smiles at Tam, trying not to laugh::
<Handler1> ::not sure how to take that:: Tam: Alright. Well, the load is ready. You just have to take it to Derra IV with two handlers. They will be there to tend to the animals and stay with them once dropped off. I hope that's good for you.
<Tam_Sneed> ::looks over to the cages:: Handler1: I don't normally take on passengers on purpose, but if it needs to be, it needs to be. You got payment?
<Handler1> ::nods:: Tam: No. ::grins:: You'll get that when you get to Derra IV.
<Tam_Sneed> ::raises a brow at the strange man:: Handler1: Yeah, ok. You gonna have yer guys load us up?
<Handler1> ::looks back to the others and waves to them:: Tam: Yeah. We'll secure the beasts and you do the flying. Should be easy for you.
<Tam_Sneed> ::nods:: Handler1: Should be. ::moves to stand out of the way:: Nandi: Stand back and let them do their work.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::nods and stands well clear::

ACTION:: The cages move up the ramp, one by one. Inside each cage is one animal. Six ferral banthas and fourteen ferral rycrits. Some seem to not appreciate being locked up and cause a ruckus, but the cages keep them contained::

<Tam_Sneed> ::watches the loading from the safety of the stairs, hoping the cages don't damage Maverick in any way::
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: I don't think they want to go to Derra IV
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: Whether they want to or not, I doubt they have much say in it. I wonder about the two handlers coming along.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::shrugs:: Tam: I doubt they do either. And unlike the animals, I imagine they can go home.
<Tam_Sneed> ::nods:: Nandi: Once they do their job, whatever that is.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::nods:: Tam: After we talked, I sent word home..
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: That's good. I'm sure they were worried.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::shrugs:: Tam: Maybe

ACTION:: It takes a couple hours to get all of the cages to fit properly in the hold, but the handlers seem to be expert in this operation.::

<Tam_Sneed> ::heads down the stairs to meet the new passengers and close up::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::walks with Tam, kind of glad that her introduction to loading cargo didn't come with smelly, angry animals::
<Handler1> ::walks to Tam with two others:: Tam: This is Hector and Jessica. They will be going along. They won't be any trouble, since most of their time will be spent in the hold.
<Tam_Sneed> ::nods to the two:: Both: I am Tam Sneed, Captain of Maverick. I'll be on the flight deck most of the time, if either of you need anything. This is Nandi. She can handle most anything, as well.

ACTION:: Hector and Jessica just nod and look to Handler1::

<Handler1> Tam: Well, that's all. ::looks to the handlers:: Both: Don't give the Captain any trouble. He's your only way there. Let me know when you get there. ::turns and leaves::
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: Make sure Hector and Jessica have a place to sleep. ::moves to close up the hold::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::nods and smiles at Hector and Jessica:: Both: Come with me and I'll show you to a couple of empty cabins

ACTION:: Hector and Jessica follow Nandi, only carrying a small pack each::

<Nandi_Lasko> ::shows both of them an empty cabin, and the location of the lounge::

ACTION:: Once all of the handlers are cleared, the hold ramp retracts and the doors close. The smell of the animals quickly fills the enclosed space.::

<Tam_Sneed> ::sighs and adjusts the filters for the hold to handle the extra load::

<Nandi_Lasko> ::once the visitors are settled where ever they think they need to be, she walks back up to the flight deck and sits next to Tam's seat::

<Tam_Sneed> ::walks past the cages and shakes his head:: Self: Hope those two are gonna clean up after these beasts. ::heads up the stairs to get to the flight deck::

@ACTION:: The shuttle drops out of hypserspace not far from Corellia and blends into the traffic around the planet::

<Vorian_Kel> @ ::looks out at the blue-green world:: Ah, Corellia...where apparently every smuggler and rogue in the galaxy comes from. ::frowns as he settles into the traffic and heads in for a landing:: Amongst others...

@ACTION:: The shuttle comes to rest in a hangar bay with seven other ships of various purposes::

<Vorian_Kel> @ ::Vorian shuts everything down and grabs his gear before disembarking, heading down the ramp and out of the landing bay. He doesn't bother with sight-seeing, instead immediately finding a HoloNet terminal and trying to dig up information on Kelgar's possible whereabouts::

@ACTION:: The HoloNet reveals very little, other than the mention of Kelgar's arrival to Corellia and no mention of his departure. The information could be meaningless, if he had chartered a private shuttle off the planet that didn't file a plan and manifest::

<Vorian_Kel> @ ::frowns and logs off, heading for the nearest cantina::

<Tam_Sneed> ::stops in to see how the handlers are doing:: Both: You all set to go?
<Jessica> ::nods:: Tam: Don't worry about us. We're just here to tend to the animals. Just do what you normally do.
<Tam_Sneed> ::looks to Hector and nods:: Both: Alright. We'll be lifting off soon. ::heads for the flightdeck::

<Tam_Sneed> ::gets to the flightdeck:: Nandi: Talkative, aren't they? :: preps for lift-off::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::laughs:: Tam: Just as well. With me around, I doubt you could handle much more.
<Tam_Sneed> ::shrugs once the prep is done:: Nandi: Yeah, I can barely handle you. :: powers up and lifts off from the pad, bringing Maverick around and heading out of the atmosphere for the jump point to Derra IV::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::laughs:: Tam: Ya know ya love me
<Tam_Sneed> :: as he pilots Maverick out of the atmosphere:: Nandi: I wouldn't think of taking you away from your performer boyfriend.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::laughs:: Tam: I'm sure he's replaced me already. I imagine he has one in every port
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: Probably so. Guess your lucky to stay with a nice guy like me.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::smiles:: Tam: I suppose. And you're lucky I'm smart enough to know when I've got a good thing
<Tam_Sneed> ::looks to her wondering if she's just sucking up or not:: Nandi: Well, a good thing isn't always as good as it seems at first. ::makes the jump to hyperspace::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::smiles:: Tam: Well let's hope this one stays good.
<Tam_Sneed> ::chuckles for a brief few seconds:: Nandi: Hope all you want. From now on, it'll just get tougher. Yer gonna grow up fast, Girly. Better be ready for it. ::spins around in his seat and heads for the lounge::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::gets up and follows him:: Tam: I thought we already covered the fact that I'm willing to learn. I didn't ever expect life out here to be easy.
<Tam_Sneed> ::talks over his shoulder:: Nandi: Has nothin' to do with learnin'. Has everything to do with survival.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::keeps up:: Tam: So you tell the passengers I can help with anything, but you don't believe it yourself huh?
<Tam_Sneed> ::grabs some food and makes something to eat:: Nandi: I didn't say that. I'm just saying that survival out here is different than survival on that colony you ran from.
<Nandi_Lasko> :: pours a drink:: Tam: I realize that.. ::sits at the table::
<Tam_Sneed> ::sets his food on the table and takes a seat:: Nandi: I'm not slightin' you. I just know how it is out here. For a young girl like yourself, it'll be hard at first.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::nods:: Tam: One more reason for me to stay with you. I imagine you're better at this whole survival thing than a group of performers.
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: Heh, yeah, but being with me can get you killed too.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::laughs and shrugs:: Tam: You're growing on me. I'll take my chances.
<Tam_Sneed> ::shakes his head and eats his food::

<Vorian_Kel> @ ::enters the cantina, looking around at its occupants while making his way to the bartender::

@ACTION:: The cantina seems a bit quiet for the average cantina, but it's still busy at this time of day::

<Bartender> @ ::wipes the bar:: Vorian: What will ya have?
<Vorian_Kel> @ ::smiles:: Bartender: Got any Whyren's Reserve here?
<Bartender> @ ::nods:: Vorian: Sure. Want a glass or a bottle?
<Vorian_Kel> @Bartender: Just a glass, please. I'm on-duty. I was wondering if you might have seen this being. ::shows him a holo of Kelgar:: He may have come through here recently.
<Bartender> @ ::grins:: Vorian: You got it. ::grabs a glass and looks at the holo:: I see a lot of people. He could've been here. Hard to say. ::grabs a bottle and pours::
<Vorian_Kel> @Bartender: Right. ::reaches into his pocket and pulls out a few credit chips, setting them down on the bar:: How about now?
<Bartender> @ ::sldes the glass over to Vorian and puts the bottle back:: Vorian: I'd like to take yer credits, but it wouldn't seem right. Honestly, if I could remember a face, it'd be a miracle.
<Vorian_Kel> @ ::takes the glass and downs the whiskey in one gulp, savoring the taste of it:: Bartender: Wow, that's good. First time I've had Whyren's Reserve, if you can believe it. I heard it was my father's favorite drink, now I think I understand why. ::takes the credits and starts to pull them back across the bar:: So you really haven't seen this guy, huh?
Bartender> @ Vorian: Like I said, I may have. Just can't remember.

@ACTION:: A small man at the end of the bar slides over to Vorian::

<Vorian_Kel> @Bartender: Understandable. This is Corellia, after all. :: pockets the chips and gives the bartender a friendly nod:: Thanks anyway. ::was about to get up when the stranger slides over next to him:: Stranger: Can I help you?
<Jimmy> @ ::looks over to Vorian:: Vorian: Can I have a look at that holo? I may be able to help.
<Bartender> @ Jimmy: Go on! Leave him alone! He doesn't want to hear yer stories.
<Vorian_Kel> @Bartender: No, it's alright. Why don't you pour me another glass, and one for our friend here. ::looks at Jimmy again, showing him the holo:: Jimmy: Anything you can tell me would be helpful.
<Bartender> @ ::shakes his head and pours, giving Jimmy a look of death as he does::
<Vorian_Kel> @ ::slides one glass over to Jimmy while he waits for him to reply::
<Jimmy> @ ::looks at the holo, as if very interested:: Vorian: Hmmm, yes. ::looks some more:: Uh huh, it could be. ::looks to Vorian and then back to the holo:: Yeah, I didn't see him before. ::looks to the bartender, and shakes his head:: No, wait. I think I recognize him.
<Vorian_Kel> @ ::starts to pull the glass back:: Jimmy: Do you or don't you?
<Bartender> @ :: puts the bottle down:: Jimmy: You know you don't. Stop wastin' the man's time, or I'll give ya a thrashin'!
<Jimmy> @ ::nods:: Vorian: He was here last week with four others. They were a quiet bunch and kept to themselves.
<Vorian_Kel> @Jimmy: Any idea where he might have gone?
<Jimmy> @ ::quickly downs his drink and rubs his chin:: Vorian: I may have heard something.
<Vorian_Kel> @ ::rolls his eyes and slides his own glass over to Jimmy:: Jimmy: Will that help jog your memory?
<Bartender> @ ::shakes his fist at Jimmy:: Jimmy: I warned you. You crossed the line on this one.
<Jimmy> @ ::quickly downs Vorian's drink and looks to Vorian's pocket:: Vorian: A few credits may jog my memory. ::grinning::
<Vorian_Kel> @ ::frowns at Jimmy and makes to reach into his pocket. When his hand comes back up, however, it's holding his Bryar pistol, which he shoves into Jimmy's face:: Jimmy: How about I just blow your head open and see if I can find the information myself?
<Jimmy> @ ::stops grinning:: Vorian: I uh... ummm... Well...
<Bartender> @ ::shakes his head:: Vorian: I told ya. This one is nothing more than a con man. Always looking for an angle.
<Vorian_Kel> @Bartender: The only angle he'll be getting is which angle I shoot a blaster bolt up his nose. ::looks at Jimmy again:: Jimmy: Think fast, skrag. I haven't killed anyone in a while, and I can't afford to get rusty.
<Jimmy> @ :: pushes back away from Vorian, sliding back to the end of the bar, where he came from, cowering::
<Bartender> @ ::sighs:: Vorian: Don't mind him. Really, he's harmless to anyone else but himself.
<Vorian_Kel> @ ::holsters his blaster and stands up, shaking his head:: Bartender: He needs to watch who he tries to play. He's lucky this is Coronet and not Mos Eisley or Nar Shaddaa. ::flips the bartender a credit chip, more than enough to cover his tab:: Thanks for the drinks.
<Bartender> @ ::catches the chip and nods:: Vorian: So true. Good Luck
<Vorian_Kel> @Bartender: Thanks. ::starts to make his way out of the cantina::
<Jimmy> @ ::watches Vorian head for the door, looks to the bartender to make sure he doesn't see him before sliding off his seat and following, then manages to catch up with Vorian outside:: Vorian: Hey, wait!
<Vorian_Kel> @ ::sighs as he walks around the starport, trying to think of another way to find this Kelgar rodder. When he hears Jimmy, he turns to face him, though he keeps his distance:: Jimmy: Now what?
<Jimmy> @ ::looks around:: Vorian: I couldn't talk in there. That bartender has friends that don't like information passed through the cantina. If you offer me the same credits you did him, I'll do better than tell you where your friend is. I'll take you to him.
<Vorian_Kel> @Jimmy: Why should I believe you?
<Jimmy> @ ::looks around some more:: Vorian: Because I see and hear all around here. I could get beat pretty bad for talking to you, but I happen to know that those guys are bad ones. If your here to take them in, I'm all for it.
<Vorian_Kel> @ ::frowns, thinking it over for a minute before he finally nods:: Jimmy: Alright, let's go.
<Jimmy> @ ::nods and leads the way down the street::
<Vorian_Kel> @ ::follows Jimmy, keeping his hand on his blaster::

@ACTION:: Several streets later, Jimmy leads Vorian to a small grocery store, selling mostly produce::

<Vorian_Kel> @ ::looks around:: Jimmy: Doesn't really look like the heart of the criminal underworld to me...

@ACTION:: Just as Jimmy points up to the small apartment above the store, a shot finds its way through his neck, sending him tumbling to the street::

<Vorian_Kel> @Shavit! :: dives behind a fruit cart, drawing his Bryar pistol::

@ACTION:: Several more blasts hit the street and displays, just missing Vorian::

<Vorian_Kel> @ ::waits for the blasts to stop before calling out:: It's over, Kelgar! Now why don't you and your friends surrender before I get mad?

@ACTION:: Vorian is answered with a couple more shots, which seem to come from a different direction, though they still miss him::

<Vorian_Kel> @ ::scowls angrily and pops out from behind his cover, firing off a few shots in the new direction while rushing across the way to some new cover::
<Geschart> @ :: takes in the situation, as he was walking by at the time and heard some of what Jimmy said, and fires at one of the shooters who are firing at Vorian::

@ACTION:: Scampering footsteps can be heard, as Kelgar's friends move to different positions to get Vorian in a crossfire and finish the job. Meanwhile, Kelgar looks for a way out of the apartment above the grocer::

<Friend1> @ ::sees Geschart firing on one of the others:: Vorian: So you found a friend? Kelgar said you'd find someone to do your dirty work!
<Vorian_Kel> @Friend1: And what exactly are you, then? His accountant?
<Friend2> @ ::moves around and gets a good lock on Vorian:: Vorian: Now I got ya.
<Geschart> @ :: fires at friend2::

@ACTION:: Friend2 gets hit and tumbles back, and won't be getting up anytime soon. One of the others fires on Geschart to try and stop him::

<Geschart> @ :: trusts his armor to protect him if he gets hit, but uses the available cover effectively anyhow::
<Friend1> @Geschart: You better back off, fella. You're working with the wrong kinda guy!
<Kelgar> @ ::finding no other way out, Kelgar leaps through the window, falling onto the canvas covering the doorway of the store below, then bouncing off of that and into a cart of vegetables. He then rolls out of that and ducks behind cover, letting loose a couple shots in Vorian's direction:: How the kriff did you find me, Kel? I thought you were stuck on Denon!
<Geschart> @ :: shouts up to friend 1:: I don't know if he is or not, but I'm certain you are! :: fires at him::
<Vorian_Kel> @ ::grins, flinching away from the blasts:: Kelgar: Just lucky, I guess. ::waits a moment and then spins around, firing at Kelgar::

@ACTION:: The friends fire a barrage of blaster bolts to try and keep Vorian and Geschart pinned down::

<Vorian_Kel> @ :: ducks again, grimacing:: Sure wish I had some grenades right now...
<Geschart> @ :: rushes at the building's door, a few shots as he runs before drawing his sword::
<Kelgar> @ ::climbs out from behind his cover and tries to scramble away while his buddies keep the others occupied::

@ACTION:: Friend1 sees Geschart rushing out and fires at him, barely missing. The friend he rushes gets grazed and turns to run from the sword::

<Geschart> @ :: fires a few more shots at the fleeing friend, before hurrying around the building to take out the other friend on the ground::
<Vorian_Kel> @ :: pops up while the big cat-man charges the others, taking aim at Friend1 while he's distracted and opening fire::

@ACTION:: Vorian catches him unprotected and friend1 fals over the edge of the building and hits the street hard. The last of the friends turns and runs to catch up with Kelgar::

<Geschart> @ :: looks back to Vorian:: Quite cowardly, I must say.
<Vorian_Kel> @ ::grins viciously:: Geschart: Yeah, well, I can't afford to let this one get away. ::rushes after them, squeezing off a few shots at their retreating backs::
<Geschart> @ :: pauses a moment, then shrugs and follows Vorian, his long stride allowing him to keep up easily::

@ACTION:: Vorian manages to hit the friend in the back, but Kelgar rounds a corner before the shot can reach him::

%$%$% END EPISODE 005 PART 007 %$%$%

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Part 008

Episode 005 Part 008

Prelude:

Kelgar ducks and dodges through the streets, hoping to lose Vorian and Geschart. With luck, he's managed to avoid getting shot, so he's still on the run and looking for a quick way off the planet now.

Meanwhile, Maverick is nearing Derra IV. The animals should be at their destination within the hour. The handlers that came along for the ride are busy in the hold, cleaning and feeding the beasts.

%$%$% BEGIN EPISODE 005 PART 008 %$%$%

<Nandi_Lasko> ::leans back in a chair on the flight deck, staring out the windows::
<Tam_Sneed> ::takes his usual seat:: Nandi: So, you an expert pilot yet?
<Nandi_Lasko> ::shrugs:: Tam: Not yet.. why?
<Tam_Sneed> ::shrug:: Nandi: You've been spending quite a bit of time up here.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::laughs:: Tam: For a couple days.. I imagine it takes longer than that to be an expert.
<Tam_Sneed> ::gets ready to drop out of hyperspace and prepares a message for when they get to Derra IV:: Nandi: For most, but I thought you were special. ::grins::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::nods:: Tam: I learn faster than most.. usually more about the technical side though, not the flying.
<Tam_Sneed> ::smiles to her:: Nandi: Piloting is technical, to an extreme. ::checks his displays again:: But there is quite a bit of instinct and talent required on top of all of the technical stuff.
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: Well that stuff you're either born with, or come by with practice
<Tam_Sneed> ::shrug:: Nandi: I guess I'm just gifted. Which is it for you?
<Nandi_Lasko> ::laughs:: Tam: I am gifted, but I don't know if I have the instinct for it. I've never tried
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: There's always a first time. You should try it sometime. :: deactivates the hyperdrive:: Just not today. :: pilots Maverick towards Derra IV::
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: Let me know sometime when we're not about to land. ::smiles:: I'll try not to crash it.
<Tam_Sneed> ::sends the message he had setup for arrival:: Nandi: Maybe a different vessel would be best. You want to let the herders know we are here?
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: Aww gee.. ya don't want me learning on Mav? ::smiles::
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: Just let them know. I don't want anything or anyone damaged.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::nods:: Tam: Sure. ::heads for the hold::

<Kelgar> @ :: pants and wheezes as he runs through alleyway after alleyway, trying to elude that damn bounty hunter and hopefully find a way offworld::
<Vorian_Kel> @::Vorian chases after Kelgar, trying to get a clear shot at him. As he runs, he seemingly notices Geschart for the first time and looks at him, blinking:: Geschart: Who the kriff are you?
<Geschart> @ :: keeps up with Vorian:: You can call me Geschart.
<Vorian_Kel> @Geschart: That still doesn't tell me who you are and what you're doing here. Do you have a score to settle with Kelgar too?
<Geschart> @ :: shakes his head:: No. I just saw you pinned down and decided to lend a hand. Knowing a little about the type of people you were fighting.

@ACTION:: Kelgar finds an open doorway and ducks inside in an attempt to elude the two after him. Inside is a small clothing shop, and the back door is easy to see.::

<Vorian_Kel> @Geschart: Oh. Well...thanks.
<Kelgar> @::waits a second to try and catch his breath before he runs for the back door, trying not to trip and fall against any clothing racks::
<Shop keep> @ Kelgar: Can I help you?
<Geschart> @ :: nods and continues on::
<Kelgar> @Shopkeep: Yes, you can get out of my way! ::shoves him aside as he runs for the back door::
<Shop keep> @ Kelgar: Hey! You can't go back there!
<Kelgar> @::ignores the interloper as he runs, just trying to get away::

@ACTION:: The back door isn't locked, but it does open slowly for Kelgar::

<Kelgar> @::grunts as he pushes against the door:: Come on!
<Vorian_Kel> @::is just about to run past the store when he hears the proprietor shouting, and someone running around. He ducks inside and draws his Bryar pistol again, looking around. When he sees Kelgar struggling with the door, he raises his pistol and squeezes off a couple shots, aiming to wound::
<Geschart> @ :: steps into the shop behind Vorian::

@ACTION:: Just as Vorian squeezes off the shots, the shop keep stands... in the way. He falls forward, dead::

<Geschart> @ :: winces::
<Vorian_Kel> @::snarls a curse better left to indecipherability as he runs into the store, hopping over the body as he runs to grab Kelgar. Just before the Iktochi gets through the door, he grabs him and pulls him back inside, shoving him against the wall and sticking his blaster in his face:: Kelgar: No more running for you.
<Geschart> @ :: moves to check on the shopkeeper::
<Vorian_Kel> @::looks back at the stranger, keeping Kelgar pinned:: Geschart: How is he?

@ACTION:: Geschart finds that the shop keeper is face down and dead as he can be::

<Geschart> @ :: stands and shakes his head to Vorian:: He's dead.
<Vorian_Kel> @::sighs:: Son of a murglak... ::turns Kelgar around and binds his wrists, then holsters his pistol:: Geschart: I didn't mean to shoot him. He got in the way.
<Geschart> @ :: nods:: I saw.
<Vorian_Kel> @Geschart: Thank you for your help, but I think I can handle this skrag from here. ::shoves Kelgar against the wall again, causing him to whimper::
<Geschart> @ :: motions to the shopkeeper:: What about him?
<Vorian_Kel> @::hesitates:: Geschart: If I had the time, I'd take care of him, but I don't. It'd take forever dealing with all the red tape.
<Geschart> @ :: nods:: Leave it unsolved then I suppose. Since I don't have a disruptor on me.
<Vorian_Kel> @Geschart: It wouldn't be my first choice, but I don't really have another. ::looks at him:: Though that does leave the question of what you're going to do after I leave.
<Geschart> @ :: smirks:: You worried I might try to blackmail you with a possible death warrant? Don't worry about it. I know it was an accident. As for what I'm going to do now, I'm not really sure. I started the day looking for work, I suppose that's how I'll continue it.
<Vorian_Kel> @::Kelgar starts to say something, but a quick cuffing shuts him back up:: Geschart: What kind of work?
<Geschart> @ :: shrugs:: I usually end up getting hired as security or as an enforcer of some time. But I'm capable of handling some types of jobs. From combat, to strategy, to simple smuggling.
<Vorian_Kel> @::suddenly gets an idea:: Geschart: Smuggling? So you have experience handling cargo?
<Geschart> @ :: nods:: Some. My experience with cargo comes primarily from a former pirating background, but it lends just as well to smuggling.
<Vorian_Kel> @Geschart: I might be able to get you a job on my ship, if you're interested.
<Geschart> @ :: nods:: Sounds good.
<Vorian_Kel> @Geschart: Great. Let's go, I have someone waiting for me to delivery this waste of life. ::grabs Kelgar and drags him out of the store, starting to head for the starport::
<Geschart> @ :: nods and follows him::
<Vorian_Kel> @::after Geschart gets any gear he might have needed to get, Vorian leads him and Kelgar to his shuttle and lifts off to go deliver the bounty::

<Tam_Sneed> :: pilots Maverick into orbit and awaits a response to his message::

ACTION:: A message moves across Maverick's display, giving coordinates on the surface to unload the cargo::

<Nandi_Lasko> ::enters the hold and looks for one of the handlers:: Handler: We're about to land.
<Tam_Sneed> ::sighs and takes Maverick into the atmosphere:: *Nandi*: Everyone ready?
<Hector> Nandi: We're just finishing up. ::looks to Jessica:: Jessica: Get our things, would you? I'll finish here.
<Jessica> ::nods and sets the shovel down, with the feces still attached, before heading for their cabin::
<Nandi_Lasko> *Tam*: Just about.
<Tam_Sneed> *Nandi*: I'll take my time then. ::alters the trajectory slightly::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::keeps an eye on progress so she can let Tam know when we're ready::
<Hector> ::finishes what he was doing and moves to finish Jessica's task:: Nandi: You want to lend a hand?
<Nandi_Lasko> ::raises an eyebrow:: Hector: I don't know anything about caring for living things.. just machines..
<Hector> ::takes the shovel and cleans it off into a container:: Nandi: It's not hard. Just shovel the waste into the container.
<Nandi_Lasko> Hector: You want me to shovel that? Maybe I should have talked Tam into teaching me to fly.. ::wrinkles her nose::
<Hector> ::gives her an odd look about the comment:: Nandi: It's either that or hose the deck down.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::holds her nose and steps over to the hose, grabbing it and starting to swoosh the stinky stuff toward the drain::
<Hector> Nandi: Hey! Careful with that. ::looks down at his splattered leg:: Keep the nozzle down and pressure low.
<Nandi_Lasko> Hector: I'm not a farm girl.. not like I'd know. ::turns down the pressure and sprays lower::
<Hector> ::sighs and mutters something no one else can hear, as he scoops up the last shovel full and dumps it:: Nandi: Just make sure there isn't any residue left. I'm going to stow the gear and change clothes.
<Nandi_Lasko> Hector: Whatever.. if you wanted a pro ya shoulda asked someone else. ::sprays more crap::
<Hector> ::shakes his head:: Nandi: Like who? Your Captain didn't give us enough time to finish.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::shrugs:: Hector: Complaining that he made good time? ::laughs::
<Hector> ::stows the gear:: Nandi: Yeah. He's too early. ::heads up the stairs to get changed before Jessica packs everything::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::watches him leave, wondering what's up with that, and heads for the wall to hit the comm:: *Tam*: Hey.. I'm down here finishing up their cleaning.. Hector said something about you being too early. Seems an odd thing to dislike..
<Tam_Sneed> *Nandi*: Sometimes things needs to be delivered at an exact time. I wasn't given such instructions on this one. Nevermind them. How's the cargo and hold?
<Nandi_Lasko> *Tam*: I don't know anything about the cargo. The hold needs hosed down, which is what I'm doing now. I just wanted to let you know in case they had something in mind..
<Tam_Sneed> ::sighs:: *Nandi*: The deck down there needs to be clean before they off-load the beasts. Finish up and I'll meet you down there after we land.
<Nandi_Lasko> *Tam*: Yep. Workin on it boss. ::turns back to the job, a not so nice look on her face::
<Tam_Sneed> ::gives Nandi a few more minutes to finish, then takes Maverick to the coordinates and sees a small clearing in the trees, then lands Maverick gently down, leaving room to unload the cargo::

ACTION:: The trees sway and Maverick makes her entrance into the clearing. Once the engines and repulsors shut down, a dozen men emerge from the brush around the clearing and head for where the cargo is to be unloaded::

<Jessica> ::walks down to the hold with Hector:: Hector: You weren't kidding. I didn't expect you to make her do it all.
<Hector> ::chuckles:: Jessica: She didn't object too much.
<Tam_Sneed> ::heads for the hold after securing the ship's systems::
<Jessica> :: does a walk-around to make sure the cargo handled the trip well::
<Hector> ::watches her:: Jessica: They aren't our problem anymore. We're here now.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::finishes the last of the spraying and puts the hose away, then sniffs her hair and shudders::
<Jessica> ::looks back:: Hector: They are ours until they are off the ship. I just don't want any problems.
<Hector> ::moves to Nandi:: Nandi: I'll stow the hose. You can go get cleaned up, if you like.
<Nandi_Lasko> Hector: I'm all right for now.
<Hector> ::starts stowing the hose:: Nandi: Alright. I appreciate the help.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::shrugs:: Hector: The sooner it's done, the sooner I can stop smelling it
<Hector> ::just smiles and finishes stowing the hose::
<Tam_Sneed> ::gets to the hold and looks around, as he heads for the door and ramp controls::

ACTION:: The doors open and the ramp lowers, after being activated. The rush of fresh air feels good in the musky hold::

<Nandi_Lasko> ::takes a deep breath and smiles::
<Tam_Sneed> ::takes a deep breath and heads down the ramp::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::follows Tam, keeping her eyes open, since she still thinks something's up::
<Jessica> ::follows Hector down the ramp, as well::
<New Handler> ::stops at the bottom of the ramp and looks at the four people coming down it:: All: Who's the Captain, and who's the handlers?
<Hector> New Handler: We're the handlers. They're all yours.
<Tam_Sneed> ::looks to Hector and then to the new handler:: New Handler: Once payment is secured, they are all yours.
<New Handler> ::grins:: Tam: And you must be the Captain. Not to worry. You will be paid once I see the animals. ::heads up the ramp::
<Tam_Sneed> ::looks back:: Nandi: Go with him and make sure he stays in the hold.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::nods and follows him::

ACTION:: The new handler looks around the hold and heads back down, pulling a data pad from his pocket::

<Nandi_Lasko> ::walks back down with him::
<Tam_Sneed> ::watches him come toward him:: New Handler: I take everything is well?
<New Handler> Tam: Sure is. Here. ::hands the pad over:: Just enter where the credits are to go and send them. It's all there.
<Tam_Sneed> ::takes the pad and reads it over before sending the credits to his guarded account, then hands it back to the new handler:: New Handler: There ya go.
<New Handler> :: waves his men to off-load the cargo:: Tam: Thanks. These will make good specimens. Now I need to deal with the other two. ::heads towards Jessica and Hector::
<Tam_Sneed> ::sighs and smiles to Nandi:: Nandi: It's a good day.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::raises an eyebrow and wonders what he means by "the other two":: Tam: Maybe.. ::keeps watching::

ACTION:: Three hours later, the animals are gone and the hold is empty. The ramp retracts and the doors close. Only minutes later does Maverick lift off to head for Bothawui::

<Nandi_Lasko> ::shrugs as she sits in what seems to have become her chair:: Tam: Maybe sometimes it does work as planned..
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: Usually, but I like to expect the worse. ::looks his course over again:: The danger isn't over yet. Denon is on our way to meet Vorian.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::nods:: Tam: Maybe the worst is still coming.. heh..

%$%$% END EPISODE 005 Part 008 %$%$%

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Part 009

Episode 005 Part 009

Prelude:

Vorian has finally nabbed Kelgar and received the bounty for him. Currently, he is on Bothawui with Geschart.

Several hours ago, Maverick nears Denon to catch the next jump point to Bothawui. Tension is in the air.

%$%$% BEGIN EPISODE 005 PART 009 %$%$%

<Geschart> @ :: buys Vorian another drink, pacing around the cantina a bit::

@ACTION:: Vorian gets his drink. The cantina is the average cantina. Most of the booths lining the walls are full, and the tables between them and the bar are mostly full, but not all of them.::

<Vorian_Kel> @ ::Vorian looks around the cantina:: Geschart: Lovely establishment.
<Geschart> @ :: nods:: Yes, though I wish we knew how long we'll be waiting here.
<Vorian_Kel> @Geschart: They'll be along... ::frowns:: Eventually.
<Geschart> @ :: nods::
<Vorian_Kel> @Geschart: I didn't think this through too well. Tam wasn't all that happy when another of his crew brought me along without asking...
<Geschart> @ :: raises an eyebrow:: Oh?
<Vorian_Kel> @Geschart: Yeah. Not to mention that he's dealing with a stowaway, too. But he'll get over it once he finds out that you'll actually be useful.
<Geschart> @ :: nods::

<Tam_Sneed> ::sits on the flight deck, tapping his fingers on the console, as he worries about making the next jump point::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::sits next to Tam looking out the window::
<Tam_Sneed> ::sighs deeply as he waits until he has to move fast as possible:: Self: I don't like this. No choice, though.

ACTION:: THe alarm for the drop sounds, and the Navcomp displays the coordinates for the next jump point::

<Tam_Sneed> ::looks over to Nandi:: Nandi: Best strap in, Girl. I'm not going to slow us down much.
<Nandi_Lasko> ::straps in:: Tam: Aye aye Captain

ACTION:: Maverick drops from hyperspace, and keeps moving at a fast pace. Short range sensors show several ships nearby and then the collision alert sounds::

<Tam_Sneed> ::moves fast to avoid the collision:: Self: No one's supposed to be here! ::cusses loudly::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::grabs something fast::

ACTION:: Maverick barely misses the ship, passing right under it. Weapons fire on Maverick, shaking her considerably. The other ships move to converge and try to contain Maverick::

<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: Umm.. Who's that and who peed in their Cheerios?
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: Cheerios? ::shakes his head:: I don't care who they are, they aren't going to stop us. ::makes Maverick roll over and turn tightly away from Denon::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::holds on and raises an eyebrow:: Tam: You really like this girl huh?

ACTION:: Most of the weapons fire has been non-destructive to Maverick so far. Shields are low on power though. The three ships take pursuit quickly and begins to gain. Several hundred kilometers from the jump point, the collision alarms sound again, as several smaller crafts pass in front of Maverick. Some getting way too close and nearly hitting Maverick::

<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: What girl you talking about?
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: This girl you're going through so much trouble to find
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: Don't talk to me about girls while we're under attack! ::rolls away from the smaller ships and nearly hits one of the three larger ones:: We aren't doing to hot right now, if you haven't noticed.

ACTION:: Maverick is hit hard by a direct shot from the ship it almost hits and shudders as the shields go down. The smaller ships turn out to be small snub fighters trying to contain Maverick::

<Tam_Sneed> ::checks his readings:: Nandi: We're losing power! Now's the time to fix something if yer gonna to!
<Nandi_Lasko> ::curses and seals the flight deck, then re-routes some of the power from the life support on the other decks to the shields:: Tam: Just don't leave this room if you wanna breathe.
<Tam_Sneed> ::continues to try to evade the ships:: Nandi: Whatever you do just do it fast.
<Nandi_Lasko> :: brings the sheilds back online with the extra power, praying they don't get hit again and looking over the systems for bright ideas on where to get more from just in case::
<Weller> [Maverick]: Sneed! Give it up. All we want is the ship. Why get yourself killer over a hunk of metal?
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: Did he just call our home a hunk of metal? I ought to kill him for that one
<Tam_Sneed> ::cusses again then flips the com:: [Weller]: This is my hunk of metal. Derigen owed me. Let me go or else.
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: Is there something about this place you failed to mention?

ACTION:: The three larger ships move into position around Maverick as she continues on course, making any turns impossible. The fighters take up positions in front and behins Maverick to box her in::

<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: Not cool. You want me to start shooting now? I have the feeling they'd splat us before I took out more than two of them though.
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: I never failed to mention anything. These guys are pirates and want to steal my ship. ::looks to her quickly:: Are you finished with repairs?
<Nandi_Lasko> ::nods:: Tam: You have shields back if that's what you mean. There's a few more things I can draw power from to keep them strong if I need to
<Tam_Sneed> Nandi: Thats not repairing the ship, is it?
<Weller> [Maverick]: ::laughs:: Tam, you know you stole that ship from him. We just want to set things right. Now, turn the ship over before we do some real damage.
<Tam_Sneed> ::sighs and shakes his head:: Self: I don't want to have to do this. No way to know it'll work like it did last time.
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: If what will work?
<Tam_Sneed> ::looks over to her:: Nandi: You better strap in again. [Weller]: Call off the dogs and I'll consider it. :: places his fingers over a series of buttons::
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: I never unstrapped.. what are you doing?
<Weller> [Maverick]: You know I can't do that, Tam. Just shut down and you won't be hurt.
<Tam_Sneed> ::takes a deep breath and presses the series of buttons on the console then closes his eyes::

ACTION:: Nothing happens after Tam hits the series of buttons, at first. Then a few moments later, all systems shut down and power goes out across the whole ship::

<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: What did you do?
<Tam_Sneed> ::looks around:: Self: What?!? That's not supposed to happen! ::slams his fist down on the console and csses::
<Nandi_Lasko> Tam: Well it did.. and now we're seriously dead in the water.. ::unstraps and heads for the door and hits the manual release:: I'm gonna run to the engine room and see if I can get anything going again.

ACTION:: The fighters move off and one of the three larger ships moves closer, activating it's tractor beam and tows Maverick back towards Denon::

<Tam_Sneed> ::just sits there shaking his head, not believing what just happened::
<Nandi_Lasko> ::runs into the engine room and looks around for anything glaringly obvious::

%$%$% END EPISODE 005 Part 009 %$%$%

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