USS Ark Angel
Listening Post 47- Main Sim Priority ONE !!
Posted by Captain T’Nara (Commanding Officer) in Listening Post 47- Main Sim Priority ONE !!
Posted by Lieutenant Commander Dr. Charlotte Mackenzie Kelley (Executive Officer/Number One) in Listening Post 47- Main Sim Priority ONE !!
Posted by Captain T’Nara (Commanding Officer) in Listening Post 47- Main Sim Priority ONE !!
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STARFLEET COMMANDPRIORITY ONE COMMAND TRANSMISSION
ORIGIN: Starfleet Command — Operations Division
DESTINATION: Starfleet Listening Post 47
RECIPIENT: Commander Vance, Commanding Officer
ROUTING: Commanding Officer’s Ready Room
SECURITY: Priority One — Command Authorization Required
STATUS: AUTHENTICATED
TRANSMISSION: Incoming
LISTENING POST 47 — COMMUNICATIONS CONSOLE
CHIME
The communications console suddenly emitted a sharp priority tone.
A red command indicator appeared across Ensign Cortez’s LCARS display, immediately followed by a cascade of authentication protocols.
Cortez straightened in his chair and began working through the incoming transmission codes. His expression shifted as the system identified the source.
STARFLEET COMMAND
OPERATIONS DIVISION
PRIORITY ONE
COMMAND AUTHORITY VERIFIED
Cortez looked toward Commander Vance.
«“Commander, Captain—Priority One transmission from Starfleet Command.”»
He paused as the system completed the secure routing process.
«“It is being routed directly to your ready room, Commander.”»
The display confirmed the transmission’s destination.
SECURE COMMAND CHANNEL ESTABLISHED
RECIPIENT: COMMANDER FRANKLIN VON ERICH VANCE
SOURCE: STARFLEET OPERATIONS DIVISION
AUTHENTICATION: VERIFIED
Cortez turned back toward the console.
«“The transmission is standing by for command acknowledgment.”»
The communications console continued to pulse with the unmistakable Priority One indicator.
Whatever Starfleet Command had to say, they considered it important enough to bypass normal operational communications and deliver it directly to the commanding officer of Listening Post 47.
END TRANSMISSION HEADER
WHITE TIGER
GM • USS ARKANGEL
NCC-98729
“Where Legends Begin”She looked at her. “Put it through. Let’s see it.” She responded.
Captain T’Nara
Commanding Officer
USS Ark AngelSTARFLEET COMMAND
OFFICIAL COMMAND NOTIFICATION
CLASSIFICATION: STARFLEET COMMAND — COMMAND PERSONNEL
PRIORITY: IMMEDIATE COMMAND NOTIFICATION
FROM: STARFLEET COMMAND, OPERATIONS DIVISION
TO: USS ARK ANGEL, NCC-98729 — CAPTAIN T’NARA
CC: STARFLEET LISTENING POST 47 — COMMANDER VANCE
SUBJECT: Death of Admiral Erica Archer
STARDATE: 79012.4
LOCATION: Starfleet Headquarters — San Francisco, Earth
OFFICIAL NOTIFICATION
Captain T’Nara, Commander Vance,
This communication is being transmitted under Starfleet Command authority.
I regret to inform you of the death of Admiral Erica Archer, Commander, Starfleet Operations Command.
Admiral Archer passed away peacefully in her sleep at Starfleet Headquarters earlier today.
Starfleet Medical was notified immediately. Medical personnel responded and confirmed that Admiral Archer was deceased. A formal medical examination and administrative review are being conducted in accordance with Starfleet regulations.
At this time, there is no evidence of foul play, hostile action, or external interference.
Her death was unexpected.
There was no prior indication that Admiral Archer was suffering from any condition that would have prevented her from continuing her duties.
Her final official communication was transmitted to Listening Post 47 and the USS Ark Angel concerning the ongoing investigation surrounding the PX-941 temporal phenomenon and the USS Pathfinder.
During that communication, Admiral Archer reaffirmed Starfleet’s commitment to the rescue and preservation of the Pathfinder and her crew.
Those orders remain in effect.
COMMAND CONTINUITY
Effective immediately, responsibility for the operational matters previously overseen by Admiral Archer has been transferred to:
ADMIRAL ROBERT T. WALTER
Commander, Starfleet Operations Division
Starfleet Headquarters — San Francisco, EarthThis transfer is an administrative succession of operational responsibility.
It does not constitute a change in command aboard the USS Ark Angel.
Captain T’Nara remains Commanding Officer of the USS Ark Angel and Mission Commander for the Listening Post 47 operation until relieved or otherwise directed by Starfleet Command.
Commander Vance will continue command of Listening Post 47 and will continue providing logistical, sensor, communications, and operational support to the Ark Angel.
The USS Thunder Valley remains authorized to proceed to the area as previously ordered.
No existing rescue authorization concerning the USS Pathfinder has been rescinded.
ADMIRAL ARCHER’S FINAL ORDERS
Admiral Archer’s final instructions remain active.
The USS Pathfinder is to be treated as a Starfleet vessel in distress.
The personnel aboard the Pathfinder are to be treated as active Starfleet personnel requiring rescue and assistance, regardless of the temporal displacement separating them from the present day.
The Ark Angel is authorized to:
- Establish contact with Captain Amelia Hayes and the Pathfinder crew.
- Determine the condition of the Pathfinder and her personnel.
- Assess the vessel’s temporal shielding system.
- Determine whether the Pathfinder can be safely extracted from the PX-941 phenomenon.
- Preserve all sensor data, communications, medical findings, engineering information, and recovered historical evidence.
- Avoid unnecessary interference with the temporal phenomenon.
- Report all confirmed findings to Starfleet Command.
Admiral Archer specifically directed that the Pathfinder not be classified as a historical relic, archaeological artifact, or derelict vessel.
Her final position was unequivocal:
They are Starfleet officers.
That directive remains Starfleet Command policy.
TO CAPTAIN T’NARA
Captain,
Admiral Archer was aware of the circumstances surrounding your command and the significance of the Pathfinder operation.
She selected the USS Ark Angel for this assignment because she believed your vessel and crew possessed the capability necessary to confront an unprecedented situation while preserving the lives of those involved.
Her final communication to you contained a simple operational objective:
Bring them home.
That objective has not changed.
You are not being ordered to abandon the Pathfinder investigation because of Admiral Archer’s death.
You are not being asked to alter the mission because Starfleet Command has changed its operational oversight.
You are being instructed to continue the mission under the authority already granted to you.
TO COMMANDER VANCE
Commander,
Listening Post 47 will remain under your command.
Continue monitoring the PX-941 phenomenon and maintain continuous sensor coverage of the Pathfinder.
All station sensor records, communications logs, transporter records, personnel reports, and environmental telemetry associated with the incident are to be preserved.
Do not alter, purge, overwrite, or otherwise modify historical sensor data associated with the Pathfinder or PX-941.
Any significant change in the temporal phenomenon is to be reported immediately to Captain T’Nara and Starfleet Operations.
STARFLEET COMMAND
Admiral Archer served Starfleet with distinction for decades.
She was known for believing that exploration was not merely the pursuit of discovery, but a responsibility to the people who ventured into the unknown in Starfleet’s name.
Her final mission reflected that belief.
She did not consider the Pathfinder’s crew to be people who belonged to history.
She considered them people who were waiting for Starfleet to find them.
Starfleet Command will honor that commitment.
Further information concerning Admiral Archer’s memorial service, funeral arrangements, and posthumous honors will be transmitted separately through Starfleet Personnel Command.
Until those arrangements are announced, all personnel are directed to observe appropriate respect for the deceased admiral and her family.
FINAL COMMAND DIRECTIVE
The loss of Admiral Erica Archer does not change what happened at PX-941.
It does not change the status of the USS Pathfinder.
It does not change the lives currently depending upon the Ark Angel.
And it does not change the orders already given.
Continue the rescue operation.
Preserve the evidence.
Protect the crew.
Bring the Pathfinder home.
For Starfleet Command,
ADMIRAL ROBERT T. WALTER
Commander, Starfleet Operations Division
Starfleet Headquarters
San Francisco, Earth
STARFLEET PERSONNEL RECORD
ARCHER, ERICA
Species: Human
Rank: Admiral (O-10)
Former Position: Commander, Starfleet Operations Command
Status: DECEASED
Cause: Pending final medical determination
Circumstances: Peaceful death during sleep
Security Investigation: No evidence of foul play at time of notificationEND OF OFFICIAL NOTIFICATION
WHITE TIGER
GM • USS ARKANGEL
NCC-98729
“Where Legends Begin”T’Nara sat there and sighed. “Well, Commander, looks like we’ll be continue operations. Admiral Archer would want us to finish it.” She brought up.
Captain T’Nara
Commanding Officer
USS Ark Angel” Agreed Captain, Let us finish this.” Vance replied and he let out a sigh before regaining his composure.
WHITE TIGER
GM • USS ARKANGEL
NCC-98729
“Where Legends Begin”“Commander. Before we go out there, do you agree with my method of getting the Pathfinder and her captain and crew back, or do you think it’s a little much?” She asked.
Captain T’Nara
Commanding Officer
USS Ark Angel” Captain you are mission commander it is your call, Don’t doubt your skills, Trust your gut and instincts. I made a judgment call early in my career that got me sent here and demoted to Commander and unfortunately Admiral Walter is no joke and as old school as they come with a major BS detector and zero tolerance policy, Hence why I am here and not on a Ship and no longer a Vice Admiral.” Vance replied.
WHITE TIGER
GM • USS ARKANGEL
NCC-98729
“Where Legends Begin”She looked at him very odd. “Commander, tell me about this Admiral Walter. What should I know about him?” She asked. “What is he like? Honestly the loss of Admiral Archer is a lot but I know after this mission, myself and my crew will prepare a honorary ceremony for the Admiral. Would you and your people like to be aboard and be apart of the ceremony for her and her death?” She asked. Without hesitation she knows that it would be a nice idea for it.
Captain T’Nara
Commanding Officer
USS Ark Angel” We would be honored to join you in honoring Admiral Archer Captain, as for Admiral Walter he is as spent 46 years in Starfleet and is as by the book and strict as it comes Captain the man is how we say old school but the man understands a ship and how it works he was 26 when he took command of his first ship The USS Asgard which he Captained until he was 42 they promoted him to Starfleet Intelligence as Commadore he made Vice Admiral by 54 and as been at Starfleet Command for the last 10 years the man likes his cigars and bourbon.” Vance replied
CMD. CHARLOTTE KELLEY, M.D.
EXECUTIVE OFFICERUSS ARK ANGEL
NCC-98729COMMAND DIVISION
MEDICAL OFFICER CORPS
STARFLEET“Thank you Commander. Let’s pray that he doesn’t come aboard the Ark Angel after this operation. I don’t need some admiral telling me what I need to do next if we can’t get anything done here. I’m going to do what adjust Archer would have wanted done.” She said she then sighed. “She was my closest and my oldest friend. I can’t believe she died.” She added taking a breath.
Captain T’Nara
Commanding Officer
USS Ark Angel
Commander Vance remained silent for several seconds, watching Captain T’Nara carefully. The earlier confidence in his expression had faded, replaced by the quiet understanding of a Starfleet officer who had spent enough years in uniform to know that some losses could not simply be acknowledged and pushed aside. He slowly exhaled and folded his hands behind his back.
“Captain, I understand.” His voice was quieter now. “And for what it’s worth, I don’t think Admiral Archer would want you second-guessing yourself because she’s gone. From everything I’ve ever heard about her, she wasn’t the kind of officer who handed someone a mission and then expected them to spend the rest of it worrying about whether they were doing it exactly the way she would have.”
He paused, glancing briefly toward the station’s main operations display where the Pathfinder’s telemetry continued to occupy one of the primary sensor feeds.
“She trusted you. That’s why you’re here.”
Vance turned his attention back to T’Nara.
“And you should remember something else, Captain. You’re not carrying this alone. Listening Post 47 is still operational, my people are still at their stations, and we’re still watching that temporal phenomenon. Whatever happens out there, you have our support.”
His expression hardened slightly as his command instincts returned.
“As for Admiral Walter…” Vance gave a faint, almost humorless smile. “If he does decide to come aboard the Ark Angel, then you’ll deal with him when that happens. Until then, I’d suggest we don’t give the old bastard a reason to come looking for us.”
There was the slightest hint of humor in his voice, but it disappeared almost immediately.
“Right now, we’ve got a missing Starfleet vessel, a crew that has been trapped outside their own time for four years, a temporal anomaly we don’t fully understand, and an admiral who gave us one final order before she died.”
Vance looked toward the Pathfinder telemetry once more.
“Bring them home.”
He straightened.
“So let’s do exactly that, Captain.”
WHITE TIGER
GM • USS ARKANGEL
NCC-98729
“Where Legends Begin”