[sb118-ops] Ensign S'zurak - Celebrations
Alex Leatherman
((The I’vish Gallery, Shi’Kahr District, Starbase 118))
Gogi approached the stage, and S’zurak grabbed a drink and a seat. He opted to sit towards the back, knowing the height of his frame could block view from those behind him. He noticed that all of the ensign club had come. There were six in all.
Fairhug: Welcome, everyone, to the I'vish Gallery and to Ops’ latest awards ceremony. I'm sure you'll all agree that this is a very appropriate venue and if you haven't spent much time in the Shi'Kahr District before, I'm sure this evening will make a lasting impression. ::Pause:: First of all, I want to say thank you, once again, to you all.
Fairhug: Our last mission was a particularly stressful one. There were times when I thought, as I'm sure some of you must have, that we might not make it back to the base at all. But as always, this crew never gives up and *always* finds a way.
Fairhug: So, cheers! To you all.
Marsh: Cheers!
Foster: A toast, to all of you!
Willow: Cheers to life! ::Which could have easily been lost::
Wethern: Slainte
S’zurak: To endurance
S’zurak too raised his glass and drank.
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Fairhug: ::With a distant gaze:: As you all know, we have lost some of our colleagues recently. Fortunately, only to other postings, but their absence is still felt, of course. ::pausing:: Lieutenants Tito and Kreshkova are participating in the launch of the USS Thor and Lieutenant Korras has offered his services to USS Khitomer in their struggle against a new and powerful enemy. ::raising his glass again:: We wish them all well in their new roles and hope to serve with them again one day.
Foster: The Thor has been the first major launch after Frontier Day, to much fanfare. Congratulations to all of them!
Wethern: Safe travels.
Ross: I hope they'll pop in from time to time.
S’zurak: ::lifting his glass:: To warriors on other fronts.
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Fairhug: Now, while some fine officers have departed, others have arrived. It is always a pleasure to be able to introduce new crew at a ceremony such as this, so please, give a warm welcome to ::holding out a hand indicate the Andorian:: Ensign Mi'shune sh'Sonora, our new Helm Officer.
Foster: Welcome onboard!
Willow: Glad to have you! Welcome!
Wethern: Welcome.
McLaren: Welcome!
Ross: It's great to have you, Ensign.
S’zurak: Welcome.
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Sh'Sonora: Response
Fairhug: Also, Ensign Lyra Voss, a new addition to the Science department.
Marsh: Welcome Lyra!
Foster: I’m excited to have you with us!
Willow: Ad Astra! May the stars welcome you! ::Not the correct translation yet fitting of a science officer::
Wethern: Welcome.
McLaren: Welcome to 118!
Ross: We're glad you're here.
S’zurak: Welcome.
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Voss: ::finding her voice:: Thanks! I look forward to working with all of you.
Fairhug: ::another slight turn:: Ensign Arlo Zara, who will be joining the Engineering team.
S’zurak looked on to his BBQ enjoying friend.
Foster: Welcome onboard matey! May we ever sail the seas together!
Willow: Keep the Base in one piece for us! Welcome!
Wethern: Welcome!
Ross: Welcome to the crew!
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Arlo: Hello, everyone! Very excited to be serving with you all.
Fairhug: And last but not least, Ensign James Taylor. Another much needed Engineer.
Taylor must have been a recent addition to the roster - Ross turned his head in surprise, being unaware of another newbie.
Foster: I’m glad you can join us, ensign! You took quite a trip to get here!
Wethern: Welcome, you arrived just in time.
Ross: Welcome, Ensign!
S’zurak gave the Ensign a deliberate nod.
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Taylor: Response
Fairhug: It is my honour to welcome you all to StarBase One-One-Eight as newly minted Ensigns. I hope that your careers will be long and successful and I look forward to getting to know you all as time goes by.
Foster: And remember, we’re here to help you succeed! ::A pause, a moment in thought, then a change of tone:: First, let me propose a toast! To the crew of StarBase 118! We endure, we preserve, and we support each other! And then we get to play hard because we worked hard! To you!
Willow: To family!
Wethern: Slainte, safe travels.
McLaren: Welcome all!
S’zurak: May the hunts be fruitful.
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Ensign S'zurak
Tactical Officer
Starbase 118 Ops
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