Crew quarters

[Kalore]

Enters his quarters taking in the scene unlike most Federation Vessels his quarters were sparce by Star Fleet standarnds it had a deck at the back wall w small group of drawers served to store his clothes and, other items the large room was seperated by a wall. On the other side of the wall was his bed. he had the matress removed he did not need it.
He stood facing the viewport looking at the planet beyond. His crew was a mixture of Klingon and Federation Officers aboard a Federation vessel. Course he expected the Federation officers to be themselves let the Klingons including himself learn how they were what they liked. He knew the Klingons would do the same . Both the Federation and The Empire wanted to see how such a crew would work together 'course this could only happen if each were themselves thus learned to except each other as they were, not as they wanted them to be.
He he must adapt every instinct within him will want to meet sword to sword battle with battle, death for death. this he knew was not the Federation way.

[tommoody]

After his meal, Tom heads to quarters to sent off a few messages back home. As the door open he walks into his tiny room. All crew quarters on the Talon small and are to house two crew member. But they could house up to six.The HoD is the only one on the ship to have his quarters for himself.
Looking about he see the bunk beds to one side, a two build-in wall dressers, a desk with a computer terminal, and a replicator port and that was it. So far the officers were lucky with only one person per room, but with the thought of more coming Tom figure it won't be long before he will have a room mate. The only thing he hate more beside the small quarters are they have sonic shower. Another new thing added to the Defiant class ship. He was told before being assign to the Talon that a Defiant-class would be a most spartan compared to the rest of fleet. Tom now think the Spartan didn't have it this bad.
Sitting at his terminal Tom starts to sent his message off to his mother.....

[Kalore]

As he thought of wher they had been so far and how his crew had performed he smiled.He then thought of another group of Warriors so many years agoand the promise they showed as he watched the lights flicker on the planet below.................................
Several years earlier
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While on patrols the IKV K'tinga was given the mission to investigate what intelligence told was a Military base on Cyprus II
It had taken Weeks to reach Cyprus II they had remained Cloaked until the last minute. A Dampening field had forced them to descend to the surface by way of an assault transport which reached for the planets surface in what many called a controlled free fall. This was not Kalores first choice as he preferred to wait to announce their presence once they were at the Compound, as it stands now they would need to move fast covering their tracks as they made the two hour trek to their appointed target. Of course he loved a good battle but to announce your presence to early was to ensure failure. Klingons were not Cowards but, they were not fools either.
As they made their way to the Compound keeping quiet until the time was right. Each warrior knew that failure was not an option. They were at the edge of what was a large forest well, Jungle was most likely a more appropriate description, before them separated by 100 meters of grass land was the compound surrounded by a wall some 12 meters high. a Reconnaissance proved that the wall completely surrounded the compound with towers at each of the corners with two guards in each one. There were also two Guards posted at the main entrance that made round rounds across the front wall. Kalore could not help but shake the feeling of an ambush or being watched to that end he had sent two Sentinels out to make a large circle around them they were to increase that circle at regular intervals.
Each knew their jobs and had earned Kalores respect in many battles.
M'Kota and D'ghor quietly made their way to the Compound crawling this made holding the knife each could use in their mouths a necessity for speed. Two more were sent to take out the guards in the two towers facing them. between the four this will leave the front of the Compound unguarded or so Kalore hoped, Still seemed too easy he waited for a Signal from the Sentinels. Timing was essential so he waited for their Signal or lack there of, every one was in position .IF the wait was too long it would be up to the Second group would step Forward to take his place as the assumption would be he had failed and that was not an option.<BR>
After the Appropriate amount of time He gave the Signal if the Enemy was out there they would just have to act his teams time was at hand.
M'Kota Jumped quietly at the Cruation. Her blade struck true and, the guard slid down her form to the ground she made sure he saw who his attacker was before he took his last breath then made her way to the main Door.
D'ghor knew it was time as the guard walked past him with out noticing. D'Ghor stood up his Knife finding the Space between the guards ribs his mouth already covered to quit any sound. He let the guard drop to the grass then stepped over him making his way to the main door.
Kalore lead his small Squad toward the Compound.
Finally they reached the Giant doors as they opened Kalore lead his squad through, Disrupter fire began to explode from both sides. Kalore himself was already Firing, As he took Cover he motioned for D'Ghor to take a team to the left M'Kota a team to the right. This left him Three Following him to hit the Iron doors in the Center of the Compound.
Stopping the few meters short of the Iron doors he through a Grenade which attached itself Solidly to the Steel before exploding sending Shrapnel through the two guards.
D'Ghor heard the Explosion a quick glance over his Shoulder told him the Missions objectives would soon be complete. This was a large place they had gone 48 meters fighting all the way, now they had to fight their way out to the Designated place for Transport. the spark of Disrupter fire hit a Statue behind him splattering Rock sharps in his direction. He quickly turned fired taking down one of the enemy before another shot exploded to his side though it actually missed he was blinded by the light for a second.
M'Kota knew that part of her mission was complete as she saw Kalore enter the armory now her Team was to buy them time to Complete their task. A Cruation Came at her his Blade ready to strike She was willing to oblige pulling her own from its sheathe. Just as the Warrior was in range she made sure to draw first blood as her knife found the spot just below his sternum pulling the blade from his chest M'Kota sheathed it again as she took the Disrupter in her other hand.
The IKV K'tinga was perfect for this mission, with several mark 12 Cannons as well as Mark 10 cannons it had the ability to stand up against any vessel it might encounter. HoD Kallour had been the only HoD to serve on him since he left the Ship yards some seven years ago. At the moment they were in Synchronous orbit with nothing to do until Kalore and, the others contacted them. Kallour was ready for the battle he knew would ensue once they de cloaked. until then there was nothing to do but wait. He was brought from his thoughts when the operations officer inform him the main force had entered the Compound.He sat straighter in his seat his only response was a grunt as his eyes now went from one Bridge officer to the next.
He was judging their readiness for the coming Battle.He knew from experience that each officer felt his eyes upon them.
D'Ghor was entrusted with destroying the Security grids blocking the Transporter he and, his squad ducked inside the small building to the left this would leave M'Kota and her squad to fight by themselves as he went down a Corridor apparently those stationed in here had gone out to join the fight.
Kalore and, the two remaining warriors fought their way into the laboratory. computers and consoles lined the walls the Device they wanted was center stage much too large to carry. The two Warriors placed a Transponder on the Device while Kalore pulled the Data from a Console, once finished he tossed the data pad to one of them Slapped an explosive device on another Console with a delay as he spoke into the Com badge. Just as he turned he heard the ringing noise of the Transporters beaming up the two warriors and, the prize they came to get.
He set a few more Explosive devices as he moved through the Building heading back the way he came. it took him longer than he thought to reach the main door for just as he saw the ensuing battle the Explosions began from the lower levels up. He stepped into the open his disrupter now worthless he pulled his Mek-liths and quickly took down a Cruations. in the distance he could see M'Kota and D'Ghr fighting their way toward the gate it was time to find the Designated place for Transport he moved quickly stopped by another Cruations giving him a blow to his side, being Klingon this was the kind of battle he liked one on one, bloody, who was the best warrior that day.
No sooner had he Exited the Main building then the Explosions began making their way toward him.
He Again pulled out his mek-liths, seeing the two main parties he fought his way toward them meeting them at the gate it took no more than a nod for all to understand it was time to find the designated Transporter position.
HoD Kallour laughed when he heard the Cloaking and only Two of the party had beamed aboard He new before it was said that Kalore was not among them. Now that they were no longer cloaked it would not be long before one of the Cruations battle cruisers would meet them. "Ready weapons !" No sooner had he spoken the order the ship felt as if it had been hit by a hammer at the stern Sparks flew from consoles he him self was thrown from his seat. "Return Fire " he spoke to the One at Tactical as he stood now staring at the Screen. " I said return Fire! 'his tone leaving no doubt what would happen if the Officer failed or gave an excuse."Operations I want to see that Vermon on my screen. Kallour knew what the problem was but, they were suppose to be the best therefore there could be no excuse. The K'tinga shook again this time a Volley of torpedoes streamed across the screen then exploded revealing a Cruatian Ship.
He heard one of the crew report damage to the lower decks. Even more important damage to the enemy vessel as another Volley of torpedoes struck it again "Yesss!" Kallour spoke with a laugh "Hit them hard let them know who was here then retrieve those on the ground then lets go home we have an appointment to keep." He knew they would need to move fast, how many times could one snatch victory from defeat.
Fighting the whole way each of them now spattered with the blood of Cruations stood Shoulder to shoulder each using the weapons of their choice. They should have been transported up by now M'Kota knew this meant the K'tinga was busy,she gave a Battle cry as she went head long into the growing battle if she were to die then she would warn the Black fleet of her coming her self. She felt a Cruation blade strike her shoulder the pain only served to heighten her senses as her Mek'lith found its mark. Stepping over the warrior she moved to the next.<BR>
Kallour Sat in his Chair watching his crew work each one enjoying the battle at hand Both ships had suffered damage so had his patience the Cruation vessel struck again but it seemed the Sheilds held Now he stood his voice strong and loud within the Confines of the Bridge,"Destroy them now!"
The Cruation Vessel exploded in a ball of fire as a Volley of Torpedoes struck. Kallour sat back with a smile on his face as one of the Bridge crew looked his way the Smile disappeared as he gave a Grunt. A finger struck the Controls on his Arm console as he spoke to the Transporter technician some decks below. "Beam them up"
Kalore as well as the others stepped off of the Pads each knew where their duties were while ship side.
M'Kota entered engineering to met by K'Mpek when he was not fighting alon side Kalore he was running engineering. As he lead her to the Cloaking Device they had appropiated a few munites ago already half enstalled."I saved the best part for you" he spoke with a smile on his face."You waste your talents on those assault missions. " M'Kota laughed as she grabbed a Circuit tester." I notice you went." He too began to finish the instulation, "Sure but you notice I always get the toys. You have proven what you are besides, You have more experience With Ships systems and other Engineering techniques than most engineers in the fleet" M'Kota made the last connection with an angry look on her face. "You and the rest here always want to remind me that my House is not one of warriors."
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======Just a few weeks ago=====

The command chair of the Ritarren was like so many others, big metal seat with the minimum amout of padding. M'Kota sat on the edge of the seat sitting straight in her usual military manner. The screen had shown nothing but stars streaking by for what seemed like forever though it had been only a few hours. She spoke to the one sitting at Navigation control, "Report Molar."
Molar cleared his throat befoe he spoke"we will be in Federation space in 15 minutes Sir. Unlike many of her crew M'Kota had never been to Federation space infact she had never seen a Fleeter. She gave a sigh as she slid back in her seat. A growl slid past her lips as she glanced at the seat next to her she was to pick a Fleeter to sit there. She heard they were soft liked padded seats and, plush carpets. How could one be a warrior and, need such comfort.Well the Ra'wl' seat as Klingons called the Executive officer certainly was padded. M'Kota leaned back against the Cold steel that was her seat and smiled, she stretched out her arms on the hard metal arm rests as she watched the stars streak by. Keep me posted Molar. She then looked at the Kllingon behind her and smiled as she stood turned to face him, perhaps you will get that rank you deserve My friend. Molar spoke as Ordered before. "Federation Vessel ahead HoD M'Kota we are entering Federation space now."
M'Kota Spoke over her shoulder. Tell them their package it ready.
With a Salute Kalore turned entered the Turbo lift.
M'Kota took her seat there was a reason the bravest warrior she knew was still a LT but she would never ask. What she did know was it had noting to do with his lack of dedication to dury or the Empire for he had risk it more times than she would ever know. she watched the Screen as the Federation Vessel dissapeared.
"turn us about 180 degrees take us home Molar." her voice sounded rather sad.

[MCPO Matt Hawkings]

He enters the quarters to see Tom sitting at the terminal writing a letter to someone, quick as a flash Matt climbs into the Top bunk, looking at the ceiling "A bit Cramped in here don't you think?" he asks

[tommoody]

Tom turns and looks at Matt laying on the top bunk. "I didn't thinks so till you move in with me." Tom turns back and keep writing his letter. "Matt, I though you were going to room with of our Klingons crew mate. I find T'Var not to bad. But I find the new AMO to be alittle too Klingon for me. I hope this doesn't cause too much trouble. But I am sure Starfleet didn't put this crew together so we could kill each other. Maybe both the Klingon Empire and the Federation are using this ship as a laboratory in space. To see if we can all get a long together. What do you think Matt?"

[MCPO Matt Hawkings]

He looked down from the top bunk at Tom and did something he don't do allot he laughed That's OK I'll take ARIZHEL that's her name, I thinks shes quite the looker" he rolls back and looks back at the ceiling "We may be test subjects for both fleets" he adds then pauses a moment "Would you like if I let Aj room with you?" he ask smiling

[tommoody]

"No, no, no!!! Have you see the size of him. Not that I have anything against him, but Aj is over seven feet tall. Ever seem he walk out of his quarters?...he all bent over." stand from the terminal "By the way, I would guess that he will be bunking with Doc. Haven't you seem them together. It's like they are join at the hips!" Tom now walks over to the bunk and looks up. "And if you have any idea about Arishel I would keep them to yourself. She doesn't look like she human friendly if you get what I'm saying." Tom then turns and picks up his PADD as he get ready to head to engineering.'Matt, we're on for dinner tonight at 1700 right?"

[MCPO Matt Hawkings]

He rolls on his side when Tom yells No No looking at Tom "He seems OK, hes got walk on all fours at times" he pause a moment at the Comment about Aj and Gymma "Their defiantly an item which is nice for them being on the same ship"

He blinks at Tom "I'll let her no I'm interested in a none verbal way Klingon's its the females who make the move to be more, at any rate she'll be a friend I hope, I would hate to see the crew only work together, and not be friends"

Rolls back on his back "I'll be their, think I'll have shrimp for dinner" he says and before Tom leaves "I say if the Be's are their we set with them, let them know were not scared of them" he adds

[tommoody]

Getting off his shift, Tom comes back to his quarters to get ready for dinner. Knowing not much has be done for Christmas on the ship, he was going to have a after Christmas dinner tonight.
Once inside the room, Tom cleck his incoming messages and finds that he has 11, so he sits down and starts reading and returning the messages. After returns all messages , he gets up to take a shower. Done with his shower, Tom dresses and leave Matt a note telling him that he is off to the Mess Hall for dinner and hope he could join him.

[tommoody]

Tom turns about and heads to his quwrters. Once in his quarters,he taps his commbadge and tells Wilson that he will be back in engineering in 10 to 15 minutes.
Tom knows that Matt will be busy on the bridge and would not be coming back to their quarters for 3 more hours. He sits down at the console and open up his log and report section. He open up his "personal log". Puts in his password and open the log.

Personal Log: CPO Thomas Moody
Chief Engineering Offcer USS Talon
Star Date: 65473.3

The Talon is now on the edge of Federation space. Some weeks back we install a Klingon cloaking device. It was a model MK-3.2A. This model was manufacture and sold to the Klingon by the Romulan. Went inspecting the parts I found no Klingon marking on any of the components. What I did find was several Romulan seriel numbers sramp on the main components. At first I didn't paid any attention to this. I thought that the equipment may have come from some Klingon miltary warehouse and the device was never install on a Klingon bird-of-prey. Since that type of ship is the closes to the Defiant Class, went the Federation asks for a cloaking device, this is what the Klingon deliver to the Talon. It took us 27 hours to inatll and sowmwhat test. But I must say that over the last three weeks, the sysrems has work matginal at best. But those are my pronlems and I will work out the last of the bugs. Sut something I did come up with was a history on this device with help from CSEC Matt Hawkings. To start with the serial number match those of a device that was going to be install on a Romulan ship. But do to the deal made with the Klingon this and several other updated models were sent to the Klingon Empire, which ws 6 years ago. Next time the device show up is a Klingon salvage manifest. They were with parts taken from unnamed Klingon warship. The Klingon report state that the warship was found floaring in space. The unnamed captain and his crew were all found dead. All equipment that were not damages were salvage and the ship destory. That was 3 years ago. That brings us to now. Since the serial numbers match those coming from a lot that was just after the prototype modelon the MK-3.2A. I figure that this and several other units were sent out because of perssure put on the Romulan by the Klingon and they were never truly tested. I believe that this is an out dated model of the MK-3.2A. I am sure this is not the type install on the Defiant class ship at DS-9. I also believe that the Klingon gave us this device because they were never going to install it on other one of their vessels and if it did just happen to destory the Talon, they would have blame it on not be preperty install.
End Log

Tom sit back an reread his log, then log off. He now stand and leaves his quarters and heads down to engineering.