Posted by Francois Charette on Friday, November 14, 2014,
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"The Big Guy"
Previous post "What Was Left Behind"
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<< Life is nothing more than circles inter-linking with and into one another. Within the all-encompassing Circle of the Universe, we find and endless number of smaller Circles, each as important as the next. Within the Circle of Life, we can discover the Circle of our society, and within that one we find two other Circles, that of Science and Religion. Within those we find smaller Circles that include friends and associates,...
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Posted by Francois on Wednesday, February 15, 2012,
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"Worrying About Someone"
[Previous Post: "Personal History"]
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<< When you keep your back to the light, all you see is a darkness of your own creation.>>
- Amber Satori
Setting: USS HATHOR, Main Engineering
Stardate: 63076.2100
Eve walked into the gentle giant's domain not at all surprised in having found him hard at work, this time his attention having been solely dedicated to a tricorder that had been resting on one of the work stations.
"It's really not fair,...
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Posted by Francois on Thursday, January 12, 2012,
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"Musical Break"
[Previous Post: "Headaches Are Minor"]
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<<Music is more logical than the human mind can comprehend: yet we can recognize it and surrender to it. We cannot comprehend music but music can comprehend us.>>
- Peter Hiett
Setting: USS ANUBIS, Main Engineering
Stardate: 63075.1440
The massive Oltharian gazed silently at the inactive warp core of the ANUBIS, the heart of the ship and an extension of the Chief Engineer's own life essence. To any other...
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Posted by Francois on Friday, January 6, 2012,
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"Once More"
[Previous Post: "Lost Souls"]
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<< Life is nothing more than circles inter-linking with and into one another. Within the all-encompassing Circle of the Universe, we find and endless number of smaller Circles, each as important as the next. Within the Circle of Life, we can discover the Circle of our society, and within that one we find two other Circles, that of Science and Religion. Within those we find smaller Circles that include friends an...
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Posted by Francois on Tuesday, January 3, 2012,
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"Facing The Darkness"
[Previous Post: "New Life"]
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This is the journey you've always been destined to take."
-Kai Opaka
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Setting: NEW ALEXANDRIA, Section D-2, Level 5, Primary Docking Port
Stardate: 63075.0530
There was a coldness that came from within the ANUBIS, one that the towering giant knew he would be one of the very few to feel because of his unique connection with the ship. Although many would have claimed the SCARAB-Class cruis...
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Posted by Francois on Tuesday, January 3, 2012,
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"New Life"
[No official Previous Post]
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"A journey of a thousand miles begins with one small step"
-Old Chinese Proverb
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Setting: NEW ALEXANDRIA, Section D-2, Level 8, Observation deck
Stardate: 63075.0500
The Oltharian stared motionlessly at the docked form of the SCARAB-Class cruiser, the simple fact that not a single system or even light had been active onboard had proven to be far more depressing than the Chief Engineering Officer cou...
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Posted by Francois on Thursday, August 19, 2010,
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"The Answer is: Doer"
[Previous Post Sabrina's "Prisoners"]
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Some are meant to look up into the night's sky and dream of the endless wonders that can be found in the eternity of time and space.
Some are meant to come up with ways of exploring these astonishing wonders and bridge the gap between our world and theirs.
Some are meant to create the tools used to reach within these realms that once could only be imagined, turning dreams into reality.
Which are you? ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Francois on Wednesday, August 4, 2010,
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"A Logical Explanation"
[Previous Post Sabrina's "Betrayal"]
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"Logic is the beginning of wisdom, not the end."
- Ambassador Spock
Setting: YUDARA Asteroid Field, Planetoid, Trade Center, Tavern, Room
Stardate: 63073.2115
The words spoken by the Intel Operative and the subsequent realisation made by Doctor Summers echoed in the mind of the gentle giant who could not bring himself to agree with the CMO's conclusion.
To say that Elan knew Enaii would have been a... Continue reading ...
Posted by Francois on Friday, July 30, 2010,
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"I'm Not Laughing"
[Previous Post Sabrina's "Regroup"]
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"While I admit the universe does have a sense of humour, I doubt very much this is a joke."
- Rev Bem, Andromeda
Setting: YUDARA Asteroid Field, Planetoid, Trade Center, Tavern
Stardate: 63073.2055
Elan kept a watchful eye on Vellanor as she moved through the room, speaking to one gang member after the other. Something had bothered the Vorta, that much had been clear, but the Oltharian had still been una... Continue reading ...
Posted by Francois on Friday, July 23, 2010,
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"The Good, The Bad, The Scary"
[Previous Post Marissa's "Here Kitty Kitty Kitty"]
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"A whim, a thought, and more is sought. Awake my mind; thy will be wrought."
- Ancient T'Kon incantation of knowledge
Setting: YUDARA Asteroid Field, Planetoid, Trade Center, Market Place
Stardate: 63073.2025
Captain Rikar and the Oltharian Chief Engineer had been the last to beam down into the trade center located on one of the larger asteroids of the YUDARA SECTOR. The Commandin... Continue reading ...
Posted by Francois on Sunday, July 11, 2010,
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"Giant Amongst Us"
[Previous Post Dawn's "The Right Decision?"]
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<<During a time of great chaos where past and present meet, warriors from the shadows will travel through the stars unseen to right what had been made wrong.>>
- 112th Prophecy, written by Ukalli and transcribed into the T'Kon book "Stars of Tomorrow" some 5000 years ago.
Setting: USS ANUBIS: Deck 29, Specialized Craft Storage Area
Stardate: 63073.1935
Elan stared at the Mobile Command Unit known a... Continue reading ...
Posted by Francois on Tuesday, June 22, 2010,
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"Oltharian Emotions"
[Previous Post Jessica's "It Was About Time That Something Went Our Way"]
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<<The only way out is through.>>
- Ancient Wisdom
Setting: USS ANUBIS: Array Section, Deck 3, VIPER Launch bay
Stardate: 63073.1700
After having assisted Ensigns Thomas and Mitshiba with their power issues for their personal quantum field generator, the Oltharian had been dispatched to the Interceptor Launch Bay by Captain Rikar herself. The task given to the Chief En... Continue reading ...
Posted by Francois on Sunday, June 13, 2010,
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"Condensed Power"
[Previous Post Ashley's "When Kzinti Minds Collide"]
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<<Since the invention of the atomic bomb, mankind has researched increasingly smaller ways of generating increasingly larger explosions.>>
- Said by Professor Ornstein, Dean of Philosophy and Ethics, Advanced Research Institute, MARS
Setting: USS ANUBIS: Main Engineering
Stardate: 63073.1530
"Hey big guy!" Elliot called out as he and Ensign Mitshiba entered the Oltharian's domain. Immediatel...
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Posted by Francois on Tuesday, May 11, 2010,
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"Time for Action"
[Previous Post Dawn's "Improved Madness"]
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<<Time is a powerful unforgiving river that follows a course set by anyone else but itself. On any given day, this river can display moods that reach into the bright heights of enlightenment or sink into the darkened depths of madness.>>
- Said by Captain Elan Talak Fairborn on SD 88241.1345, in 25 years in one of countless possible futures
Setting: USS ANUBIS: Corridor
Stardate: 63073.1045
The towerin... Continue reading ...
Posted by Francois on Friday, May 7, 2010,
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"Troubled Memories"
[Previous Post Ashley's "Family Reunions Always Lead to Plotting the Downfall of the World"]
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<<I look up towards the stillness and peacefulness of space and gaze upon the beauty of the stars. Each sparkle of light represents a cherished memory, a dream of hope or a fantasy of love. It is only when we take the time to look up into the heavens that we can fully understand. That an individual is made of memories, hopes and dreams which are ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Francois on Friday, April 23, 2010,
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"Smile From Above"
[Previous Post Ashley's "Memory Dreams"]
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<<The true power of a startship is not found within its engines or weapons, but rather in the passion of its crew.>>
-Admiral Aaron Satie
Setting: USS ANUBIS, Deck 15, Black Hole Lounge, Upper Level
Stardate: 63073.0315
The Native American had found a quiet corner on the upper level of the ANUBIS' crew lounge from where he could peacefully admire the stars as they rushed by the large windows. Since hi... Continue reading ...
Posted by Francois on Tuesday, April 20, 2010,
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"Metaphysical Discussion"
[Previous Post Ashley's "New Quarters"]
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"A soul is a notion given onto someone or something, not a belief belonging to only a select few."
- Ejenhan Sirra Starrise, Head Priest of the Oltharian Religious Circle
Setting: USS ANUBIS, Main Engineering
Stardate: 63073.0130
The rhythmic pulses of the warp core had been the most prominent sound in the room, and the only one the pensive Oltharian had listened to for the last 30 minutes. To th...
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Posted by Francois on Sunday, April 11, 2010,
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"Detailed Explanation"
[Previous Post Craig's "Examinations and Expectations"]
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"Knowing and utilizing the weakness of an opponent is not the same thing, sometimes knowing an adversary's strengths can be just as effective."
- Elwat Egol Cloudbreaker, Head of the Oltharian Klaj~Ra'Shall
Setting: USS ANUBIS, Captain's Ready Room
Stardate: 63072.1555
The moment the ANUBIS' COO and CEO had stepped into the Captain's Ready Room and the doors had closed behind them,...
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Posted by Francois on Sunday, April 4, 2010,
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"Power Unleashed"
[Previous Post Craig's "The Transporters"]
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{There are only two rules to tactics: never be without a plan, and never rely on it.}
- Okri Swessin, Marshal of the Selay Lancers
Setting: USS LANCELOT, Corridor
Stardate: 63072.1438
"Wow," Elliott gasped as he and the Oltharian Chief Engineer stepped into the corridor. "This place is really a mess, Annie never said anything about how badly damaged this area was."
Elan inwardly grinned. "As the AN... Continue reading ...
Posted by Francois on Tuesday, March 30, 2010,
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"Engineering Wonder"
[Previous Post Sabrina's "Soulless"]
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<<To believe that emotions are born of flesh and blood is a short-sighted view, one that robotic engineers have spend the greater part of this last century trying to disprove.>>
-Lt. Commander Eriksson, Robotics Engineering Concepts, Starfleet Academy
Setting: USS ANUBIS, Deck 22, Main Engineering
Stardate: 63072.1315
The cold, lifeless warp core stood as a towering reminder to the Oltharian Chief ...
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Posted by Francois on Sunday, March 21, 2010,
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"Warp Theory 101 Through 301"
[Previous Post Dawn's "Friendly Chat"]
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<<You think I want to go to the stars? I don't even like to fly - I take trains.>>
-Dr. Zefram Cochrane
Setting: USS ANUBIS, Main Engineering
Stardate: 63071.1700
The pulsating sound of the warp core in the background had been a pleasing and soothing melody to the Oltharian Engineer who once again inwardly acknowledged that this had been where he truly belonged. Some had been destined to le...
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Posted by Francois on Monday, March 15, 2010,
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"Inner Turmoil"
[Previous Post Sabrina's "Observations"]
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<<All life is sacred and therefore those who protect and safeguard it are to be respected and revered.>>
-Oltharian teaching
Setting: NEW ALEXANDRIA, Section H, Level 8, Training Holodeck 1
Stardate: 63071.0820
The silence between the ANUBIS' Chief Engineering Officer and Chief Medical Officer had grown to be almost tangible, the Oltharian having done little to hide the inner conflict he had been...
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Posted by Francois on Thursday, March 11, 2010,
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"Heartfelt Melody"
[Previous Post: Tiffany's "Universal Constant"]
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<<I look up towards the stillness and peacefulness of space and gaze upon the beauty of the stars. Each sparkle of light represents a cherished memory, a dream of hope or a fantasy of love. It is only when we take the time to look up into the heavens that we can fully understand. That an individual is made of memories, hopes and dreams which are gathered throughout life. Without these ...
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Posted by Francois on Thursday, March 11, 2010,
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"Inner Exploration"
[Previous Post Sabrina’s "Training"]
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"This is the journey you've always been destined to take."
-Kai Opaka
Setting: NEW ALEXANDRIA, Section H, Level 8, Training Holodeck 1
Stardate: 63070.2100
For the last 10 hours or so the Oltharian giant had made his way through some of the most difficult rocky terrain he could have ever imagined. His strength and size had proven to be an immeasurable asset as he climbed his way over towering walls o...
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