Liras, Britney (PNPC)

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Liras, Britney (PNPC)

Post: # 2131Post Kersare
Wed Apr 23, 2008 11:50 pm

<Lost and Found>

<<Britney's Quarters, 1730, Day 3>>

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Hello...er...hmm, this is awkward. Talking to a computer about my thoughts... I guess it's something like talking to yourself, but usually I don't do that out loud. Oh well.

Anyway, so far I have to say that life on the Malinche is certainly more exciting than life on Direidi! I'm not sure if that's good or bad...the most excitement I'm used to is the next big production we'd practice for. But I chose to give this a try, and that's exactly what I'll do.

Everyone here seems pretty nice... There are a few who I'm a little leery of and when certain crewmembers are in the same room, I tend to stay out of their way. They've been welcoming, though, and patient. I'm sure they're getting tired of explaining things to me that they've known for years. I think I'm catching on fairly quickly, so that helps some.

I wish the first mission I was on was not quite so...tense. I've not really had any experience with the Borg before, but I read up on them and I must say I'd rather be far, far away from them. What they do is frightening!

Luckily I've not run into any yet... But I have a bad feeling that won't be the case by the end of the mission. Hopefully the away teams on the Sirion are okay.

Oh, I nearly forgot! I believe we potentially have a new Chief Operations Officer! Will, from the Sirion, was beamed over a little while ago and was apparently asking about transferring his assignment to the Malinche. We could certainly use one now, so I hope that works out.

Hmm..maybe I should go check on him and take him to see the Captain... She was pretty busy the last I saw her, but I'm sure she'd be glad to have an experienced officer at the Operations console on the bridge. I think I'll go do that now.

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Re: Liras, Britney

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Sun Aug 16, 2009 12:10 am

<When In Rome; 12.3 - Who You Gonna Call?>

<<Britney's Quarters, 1214, Day 4>>

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I think I'm finally feeling at home on the Malinche. I wish it were for better reasons, but it still helps I suppose. Everything that's been happening since we left Starbase 386 has reminded me of Direidi. It all seems like a big, elaborate production. It seems that every time I turn around something different is going on - or perhaps more accurately, going wrong.

I have to admit I was rather nervous when we were being sucked into the subspace rupture. From what I’ve seen of the Malinche crew, they are very good and creative with their solutions… But still, nobody is perfect. When they launched the modified torpedo into the anomaly I held my breath; I was so relieved that it worked.

Of course, that just means there’s other issues to be concerned about. I heard the Executive Officer and Flight Control Officer talking about us going the wrong way… I’m not entirely sure what that’s all about, but it can’t be good. I’m not really sure why we’d be going the wrong way anyway – sabotage?

Unfortunately I’m a bit behind on everything that’s been going on. Usually I would know more, but the Captain has been going to speak with people privately rather than having me relay messages or PADDs. She seemed concerned when I told her about Caleb – and after that she spoke with the Counselor. I’m fairly sure they have a good idea what’s going on. And just before I left the bridge for lunch, I saw the Captain return to speak with the Executive Officer.

And I’m worried about Caleb. He just hasn’t been acting like himself. Maybe someone or something is influencing him; that’s the only slightly rational explanation I can come up with. I just miss the Caleb I was getting to know.

Perhaps things will get better once we’re out of the Expanse…at least I hope they will.

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Re: Liras, Britney

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Sun Nov 28, 2010 3:26 pm

<Mission 17 - Inferno's Light>

<<Britney's (NPC) Quarters, Day 15, 0730>>

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I suppose I should be used to...odd...missions by now. I don't think we've had any missions on the Malinche that have actually gone according to plan. Well, I suppose escorting the Romulans to Starbase 386 went smoothly enough, but otherwise... Ghosts, Borg, now Mirror Universe ships. Certainly not boring at least.

It does make my new duties more challenging though. I've found it can be difficult to keep the crew's morale up when we run into situations like this, especially so many of them. I wonder if it's like this on all ships. I certainly wouldn't know since the Malinche is the only ship I've ever been part of. Maybe I should ask Fira (NPC); she might know. Considering everything the Malinche seems to run into though, morale is fairly good in my limited opinion.

Fira has actually been very helpful, as have the other members of the Counseling department. I've gotten a lot of support for my decision to try to be more involved. I find the duties interesting and, in a way, fun. I like listening to people and trying to improve their spirits; something I'm used to from home - Direidi. Of course there we had different methods, but still.

I'm also intrigued by the Vulcan the away team found on the Mirror Universe ship. Setak I think his name is? I only saw him briefly, when I was checking on the status of Ryan (NPC) and the cure, but he doesn't seem like any other Vulcans I've met. I suppose that's just because he's from the Mirror Universe and had a very different life from the rest of us. It might be interesting to talk to him and get to know him, but I'm not sure how long he'll be with us. From what the Captain says, he really belongs in the Mirror Universe, but could remain with us if he claimed asylum or something similar. It probably helps his case that he was able to save Ryan.

I suppose I should get going now though. I don't think we'll just be sitting here waiting much longer, at least not from what I hear. I hope this is over soon and we can re-integrate the ship. I've not been able to see Caleb (NPC) since before we went to MVAM. One of us could've transported to the other's section, I suppose, but he needed to help with repairs. Soon though, we'll get to see each other. As long as everything turns out alright...which somehow seems to with the Malinche.

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Re: Liras, Britney (PNPC)

Post: # 3893Post Kersare
Mon Oct 31, 2011 8:13 pm

<Mission 19 - Another Voyage Home>

<<Britney's (PNPC) Quarters, Mission Day -1 Revised Timeline, 2200>>

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Well, computer, here we are again...I'm afraid I'm still not entirely used to addressing the computer to record a personal log. I'd much rather just write one, but that's just not how things work here. I suppose if I had grown up with it it would be second nature to me, though. Caleb (NPC) certainly doesn't seem to be uncomfortable with it.

Hmm...speaking of Caleb, I should probably go ahead and get to the point of this entry; he'll be back any minute now.

I can't put my finger on it, but something felt wrong about that person I saw on the Promenade. Of course, I felt him before I saw him - I could feel him watching me. I suppose that's not necessarily true; I can't prove it anyway. Still, when I did see him, he still had that negative, overbearing, bad-intentioned aura about him. I don't think I've ever experienced that with a Vulcan before. Usually they're so calm and official. This one...he was quick, nervous, rude, edgy...

I'm not sure what it all means, if anything. Maybe I should just ignore it, though I think that'll be easier said than done. I still feel unsettled about it.

At the same time, I don't want to bother Captain Kersare with what I might have noticed. Caleb thought I should bring it to her attention right away, but I know she's getting ready for our next mission. I think I'll sleep on it and perhaps mention it to the Captain in the morning. I can tell her when I bring her the various PADDs and let her know about any scheduled meetings she has.I just hate to bother her with something that's very likely insignificant. Probably just a Vulcan a bit frustrated with illogical species.

Anyway, Caleb offered to stay and keep me company, given what happened. I'm hoping that having him here will help me feel better. It certainly won't make me feel worse. Plus, once we get going on our next mission, I'll have more to distract myself with. Which reminds me...I still don't know what exactly our mission is. Perhaps the Captain will tell me tomorrow - I think we're supposed to head out tomorrow evening. We'll see...

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Re: Liras, Britney (PNPC)

Post: # 4138Post Kersare
Sat Mar 31, 2012 9:35 pm

<Mission 19 - Another Voyage Home>

<<Britney's (PNPC) Quarters, Mission Day 1 Revised Timeline, 1300>>

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I wish I knew what was going on. I'd been looking for the Executive Officer this morning and finally found her in Sickbay. Really, I walked in at the end of a conversation she was having with Doctor Setak... He told her to take the rest of the day off and from the look on her face, she was rather upset. I did my best to stay out of the way...and once Nora was gone, Setak was too preoccupied with his patient to notice me slip back out of the room. The patient seemed to be a woman - Julie (NPC) perhaps? But I didn't get a good look.

What could have happened? We're on our way to Earth in Federation space. We've not been attacked or anything. Did someone just fall ill? Did something more serious occur? I'm afraid I'm awfully curious as to what might've happened, but I'm not sure who I should ask, if anyone. I suppose if it's important enough, we'll all eventually find out. In the meantime I'm not going to say anything to anyone else; I don't want to start rumors.

On a more pleasant note, Nestor (NPC) seems to be enjoying the Malinche well enough. The Captain asked me to show him around some more and I must say he's quite an interesting man. He knows an awful lot about many things and seems to be able to relate nearly anything to a story or some tidbit he learned or experienced. Nestor is also inquisitive and was asking me how I came to be on the Malinche, which I explained. I don't think he'd heard the story of the Malinche's visit to Direidi, or at least not all the details.

Anyway, my lunch break is over, so I should get back to work. I'm hoping to arrange some kind of group outing in the holodeck before we get to Earth; I'll have to ask Caleb and the others about it...maybe we can even invite some of the new crewmembers.

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Re: Liras, Britney (PNPC)

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Wed Jun 20, 2012 9:52 am

<Mission 19 - Another Voyage Home>

<<Britney's (PNPC) Quarters, Mission Day 1 Revised Timeline, 2200>>

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Well, I recently had the opportunity to meet the new Assistant Chief Science Officer, Brianna. She seems to be a great person....and quite fun as well. I had intended to just go to the holodeck to relax and ended up walking in on her holonovel. Luckily she didn't mind and even invited me to join her! The clothing was beautiful and overall the experience reminded me of home. Hmm...more on that in a bit.

Anyway, I'd certainly like to get to know Brianna better. I should probably introduce her to some of my other friends. Maybe we could all enjoy a holodeck program together...or our next shoreleave. Maybe it'll even be on Earth. That would be interesting for me. I can't say I've been to Earth before, though technically it's where my ancestors came from. Perhaps some of the rest of the crew who grew up there can suggest some places to go, even.

I bet my family and friends on Direidi would love to hear about my adventures on Malinche. Hmm...maybe I could even write a play about it! They could perform it and I'm sure it would be a big hit! They're always interested in new subjects, action, and adventure. I do hope I'll get to visit them soon. It's been a long time since I've been there and I do miss it. There are great people here, of course, but it's still not home. Maybe if I tweak some of the holodeck programs I could re-create Direidi and show my crewmates what it's really like. I wonder if Caleb could help me...

It's getting late now though, so I'll sleep on it and see what I can come up with tomorrow.

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Re: Liras, Britney (PNPC)

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Fri Sep 27, 2013 10:53 am

<Mission 20 - Bad Medicine>

<<Britney's (PNPC) Quarters, Day 2, 1820>>

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I'm still in shock. I had just gotten back to my quarters after having dinner in the mess hall and was waiting for Caleb (NPC) to finish his shift in engineering when the Captain contacted me. Generally she doesn't do so unless it's really urgent, but I had thought the senior staff was having dinner with our doctor guests, so I was even more surprised to hear from her.

Of course, that hardly compares to what she told me. Apparently Doctor Keel (NPC) is dead! He was sitting with them at dinner and all of a sudden, he just dropped over dead. I’ve known people who have died, but usually they were either old, sick, or injured. Doctor Keel, though…he was young!

I know that the neurologists just arrived today, but they mostly seemed rather nice…especially Doctor Keel; he was warm and friendly. I just can’t imagine him being dead. Surely it must have been an accident, though. I mean, who would want to kill him? It just doesn’t make any sense. I suppose a lot of things in life don’t make sense, but still.

If it wasn’t an accident, though, I can’t imagine anybody I know from the Malinche crew killing him. We did get some new crewmembers, who I don’t know very well, and there are the other doctors that came aboard. A few of them are…well…not very nice. The Cardassian and Bajoran don’t seem to like each other very much, but it wasn’t one of them that were killed. The human woman isn’t very pleasant either.

Anyway, the Captain wanted me to see if I could find out who Doctor Keel’s next of kin is so that they can be notified. I need to look at his records and see if there are emergency contacts listed. I really hope we get this figured out soon.

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