Star Trek Daedalus - Episode 3: "Collateral Damage"

[Klaw]

Date: January 30, 2154
Airdate: Saturday, December 5th, 2015 at 13:00 EST (18:00 GMT)

After more than a week adrift and cut off from command, a now grieving Daedalus is enroute to face those responsible for the destruction of the Starfleet Ship, Ganges.

On board, spirits are waning as hints of descent are spreading among the ranks. Captain Pierce is being questioned in hushed tones as to whether or not he's been emotionally compromised by the Ganges Incident; and Lieutenant P'Trell is combating some prejudice, which has only strengthened now by current events.

To make matters worse on board, Lieutenant Grey has discovered some possible tampering with one of the Torpedoes. This discovery has remained a secret between the Captain and Grey, but has led to some heightened security throughout the ship.

On Andoria, "The People's Army of Andoria" has proven an elusive sect of Andorian freedom fighters, rebelling against the Empire. Up until the Ganges Incident, their propaganda machine was in full swing - but after the destruction of the Ganges, they have gone silent. While the Imperial Guard is unable to confirm their takeover of the Planetary Defense Platform, it is strongly believed that this group is responsible.

With the Engines online, Daedalus rides to Andoria, to try to investigate the destruction of the Ganges, bring the aggressors to justice, and - as per orders, find a peaceful solution to this internal conflict.

[Klaw]

A few quick notes:

I have written two endings to this story. A moment will come when you, the crew, will need to decide how to proceed and depending on your choice, will choose which ending is played out. In short, you get to decide the future of Andoria, and as such - you get to mold the future of any episode pertaining to Andoria in the future. Choose Wisely

Secondly. There will be an away team selected for this episode. The following is a tentative list of who is on that team (Depending on availability at the time of the episode):

Team Leader: Lieutenant Vavia P'Trell (Martin Thompson)

The Team:
Lieutenant Timothy Grey (Telex Ferra)
Lieutenant Jeremey Scott (Scott Archer)
Lieutenant Veronica James - MACO Special (Open)
Sergeant William Patterson - MACO Special (Open)

I'm looking for two MACO Volunteers (Maybe just one...)

The rest of us will play Andorians (The ones surrounding the team in the Episode Image )

This Story will move fairly quickly, but I anticipate it'll run for a full two hours. So, Please try to get on the server EARLY next week, so we can start on time.

See you next week!

[Martin Thompson]

I'll definately be there next week, can't miss such a plot with my character of course!

[Scott Archer]

I look forward to it! I should be around, and as I now know the map doesn't work on Linux, I'll try and have food earlier so I'm not late.

[Shoot]

I'll be there and volunteer to the MACO Special, Lieutenant Ms. Veronica James.

[Klaw]

This is Today!

[Klaw]

This Thread is now dedicated to Episode Review:

The Story went pretty much as planned, though it moved slower than I had hoped. As a Result of the late start, I had to rush the ending, which I hated doing, however I feel the points that matter took place.

The Crew was presented with a choice, to side with the Rebels, The Imperial Guard, or to just walk away and let them do their own thing. The Voting leaned toward the Rebels, and as such The Republican Guard was given a Bitter-sweet chance to continue their cause. Who knows how this will affect their future? (I have a rough idea though )

Ultimately, I was happy with the buildup for next week's episode, and the Arc that we're currently uncovering. I'm very hopeful for a decent Turnout next week because this episode will need it.

[Shoot]

It was amazing Klaw! I loved the episode! Can't wait for next week.