PNPC Senior Cmdr Nugra - Shared Histories

[Diz'mim Ch'Nilmani]

(( Main Thoroughfare - Tucker Station ))

The two who had been talking had made it off the gangway and were now
walking through the main thoroughfare for the station. The place was
nowhere near as crowded as Starbase 104 but there were enough people to
make Nugra have to step aside once in awhile.

Ba'el: Well, first you need to understand something. Klingons don't
worship gods. The first Klingon, Kortar, and his mate, Shelka, slew the
gods because they were more trouble than worth. Then they turned the
heavens into ashes.

Nugra: That sounds exactly what I would expect from a Klingon religious
tale.

Ba'el: What we have instead would be considered more "polytheistic".
There are several mythical figures that are recognized by various
groups. Such as Klavek, one of the authors of the Sacred Scrolls of the
Kuvah' magh, and of course there is Kahless the Unforgettable.

Nugra: A name I have heard. oO and shouted in combat. Oo

Ba'el: Most of those who visit the Monastery on Boreth come seeking a
deeper understanding of the writings of Kahless, Klavek, or many others.
This includes forms of meditation. And, like the Caves of No'Mat on
Quonos, seek visions to ask questions, or receive guidance concerning
personal matters.

The Gorn nodded to himself as they walked. A better picture of the
Klingon counselor was forming in his mind. There definitely was more to
this woman than he had initially thought. Maybe that was his own
prejudices speaking.

Nugra: I gather that you weren't actually visiting but a monk there?

Ba'el: ::Takes a deep breath:: Yes, as a novice member of the
brotherhood, I was encouraged to seek out my own truths. And while I was
seeking these truths that Kahless revealed himself to me in a vision.

Nugra: Oh?

The lizard had heard of these things before. He wouldn't have said he
had studied the Klingon religious beliefs in detail but there were a few
conversations with Klingons when they weren't shooting at each other.

Ba'el: He told me that our people were losing a part of their spirits.
That we had forgotten that true strength comes from the whole of our
people, not just single individuals. Too many of our people are being
"discommendated" for events beyond their control. That valued warriors
are being discarded for meaningless minor failures or infractions. He
told me that I was the one to find a way to rekindle the hearts of our
people. To remind them that we are strongest when standing together united.

Nugra nodded in understanding.

Ba'el: This is what led me to Starfleet academy, and becoming a
Counselor. To find a way to revive the Klingon spirit.

Nugra A very noble goal, Lieutenant. I do appreciate you taking the time
to explain. I will admit that, at times, I have issues understanding
others not my own, especially ones who my own people have had animosity
with.

Ba'el: response

Nugra: I have met Klingons in battle before. In my time in the Gorn
Space Navy years ago, we have had quite a few encounters with your
people's imperial navy.

Ba'el: response

Nugra: It honestly was hard not to consider ourselves at war with your
people. We lost quite a few ships along the Gorn/Klingon border and we
made sure they lost quite a few too. You can understand how I may
struggle with not jumping to conclusions.

Ba'el: response

PNPC Senior Cmdr Nugra
Intelligence officer
USS Constitution-B

As Simmed By...


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