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[firstofficer]

[ he's been deliberating where to begin with these thoughts for some time now, but Spock has never been the type to follow impulse in place of old fashioned consideration. when the feed begins, he's seated as he always is, meticulously composed, with his fingers steepled in his lap. for anyone who's come to know him thus far, it's a sign in and of itself, of how carefully he's treading. ]

Tranquility, this is Spock.

In light of recent events, I find it relevant to suggest that the vessel's security team, while consistently reliable, is only one variant thereof. Recent transmissions from an anonymous source largely referred to as smiley, have illuminated the insufficiency of our attempts to both locate the source and individual responsible. I am aware that we have several individuals aboard who consider technological security and the bypass thereof- a specialty, and I am equally aware that despite these assets, we have gleaned, comparably, very little.

I believe we would benefit significantly from teaching these skills to others and forming a technical security network, for the express purpose of tracking, locating, and attempting to engage this individual.

I can offer no personal guarantees regarding the success or, at this interim, the establishment of such a unit. However, I would not be averse to conversing with interested parties. If you possess technical proficiency of any kind or the inclination to learn, your participation would be welcome.

[ it's here that his mouth tightens marginally at the corner. when Spock speaks again, his focus has changed, and his tone sobers. not that he isn't perpetually dry to begin with. ]

At this time, I believe I should clarify that while these anonymous messages are most engaging, I am not of the opinion that we should offer them exclusive focus. The Tranquility remains in a state of perpetual disrepair and remarkably little is intimately understood about it's origins and technology. While a surveillance team will likely provoke further questions, it does not eliminate those we have failed to answer thus far.

Passenger OPR»002»035, Issac Clarke has requested assistance in the exploration of our engineering systems, but we would also likely benefit from investigation of any and all available historical records on board.

Spock out.


[ Private filter to Ward, Resnik, and Kirk ]
Captain, Commander.
If I may have a word?




[ ooc; this would be a ping for aberdeen, todd, tali, atton, ismene, sulu, buffy, am, chase, caprica &anyone else willing to offer themselves up as a teacher. if it's alright with you kids- i'm handwaving that he's sent you all private requests to teach- either because he knows you, or has seen your capabilities thus far.

innnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn the interest of speeding some of the cr building along i threw a sign up over here :3 ]

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text;

[wiretap]

[ Spock hails her and she shows up. That's the way things have worked for them thus far and she's not about to stop now — teaching or not. ]

who's in charge of the unit?

text;

[firstofficer]

I have not yet established a chain of command- but I am amenable to suggestion.

audio; encrypted 100% with the exception of Tony

[ironnanny]

I have educated several of the newer crew on comm device functions and encryptions, as well as decrypted most attempted private conversations I have come across on the network. [ you are not supposed to admit to that, Jarvis ]

I would be happy to assist.

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[firstofficer]

[ there's a faint inclination of his head. he's seen glimpses of your work, Jarvis, and your name has appeared on multiple hails. he's pleased to be speaking to you at last. ]

Your participation would be most beneficial.
You have my gratitude.

voice;

[theguidinghand]

Have you arranged a time and a place to meet?

voice;

[firstofficer]

My inclination was to utilize engineering, after minute adjustments to establish preferable working conditions. However, I had not anticipated this degree of interest and thus, have not yet decided upon an initiation date.

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[cargojet]

This an official Comms thing or a...side project?

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[firstofficer]

As an member of the gunnery department, it is indeed, a side project.

Shall I presume you are expressing interest?

[allucinator]

I ain't no good at technology, but I'm a damn good artist, and I got a good sense o' direction. If there's any explorin' to be done, maybe I could come along.

[firstofficer]

[ oh. oh. well, this could totally come in handy. ]

I do not believe that is an unwise suggestion.

May I request your name?

text.

[topology]

Who's to say some people won't abuse this?

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[firstofficer]

Information can, and always shall be used for personal benefit. It is my hope, however, that in the interest of mutual preservation, passengers will attempt to assist one another while doing so.

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[blondeandperky]

I'm in.

[At least so that she can keep an eye on what he's doing, and because it's quickly become clear that there's a real emergency on this ship and staying neutral isn't the best way to take care of herself.]

Just tell me when and where.

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[firstofficer]

[ his head cants. consideration, bemusement, puzzlement, take your pick. ]

Is there anything with which I may provide you to assist?

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[redhotsummers]

Considering how some of us are from seriously archaic times...this is a damn good idea.

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[firstofficer]

I presume you are volunteering?

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[therangerking]

[ Quietly. ]

'Tis will be a great boon.

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[firstofficer]

Shall I expect your presence among us?

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[heterophobe]

When and if you establish a class or a meeting, I'd be interested in learning more.

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[firstofficer]

[ a small tilt of his head. ]

Are you also interested in assisting?

Text

[godofthemachine]

Notify me when this little party is getting set up.

[Oh this will be fun indeed.]

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[firstofficer]

I shall endeavor to do so.
Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.

[megamind]

The faster we figure things out the faster we go home right? I'm in with Clarke.

[firstofficer]

I would not presume you would be located anywhere else.

However- if I may make a personal request?

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[lieutenants]

As always, I am more than willing to assist in any way I can.

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[firstofficer]

[ there was never, in the end, an expectation that she would not volunteer- and perhaps a combination of this, and his awareness of her unique capabilities, has him attaching a conversation to her upon reply ]

I have taken the liberty of suggesting you to a fellow passenger. However, I am inclined to recommend that you direct a party entirely your own for such a task. [ his gaze flicks to the feed, and lingers there. meeting a gaze he isn't able to see. ]

Are there any individuals you would prefer to accompany you?

[voice]

[doggedly]

So... our options are either school, of a sorts, or exploring.

Voice;

[gofortheoptics]

We'd benefit most from both.

Voice;

[gofortheoptics]

I've run through the basics of the communicators with a few people, but this is a good idea.

Someone here good with languages would be ideal for the historical portion. Any candidates so far?

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[firstofficer]

[ tali, what would spock do without you. ]

Lieutenant Uhura, of my primary continuum, specializes in advanced xenolinguistics. May I direct her to your person?

[statsraaden]

[Oh, another opportunity to learn something, and to help along? Stats is in, no questions asked.]

I would be interested in learning, participating, and perhaps helping teach once I've learnt.
When and where is it supposed to start?

[firstofficer]

[ if only everyone were as eager as you, stats. ]

Admittedly, I had not yet selected a date to begin convening. The number of volunteers responding is, disproportionate to what I had anticipated.

[ read: he's a little surprised by the turn out ]

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[goingsilent]

You know, if someone goes to that much trouble to cover their tracks, usually there's a good reason for it. Just saying.

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[firstofficer]

[ his gaze flicks upward in response, despite the absence of her image. ]

What reason do you believe it to be?

voice;

[leaps]

I'd be happy to assist in any way possible, sir.

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[firstofficer]

Captain Kirk and myself have spent considerable time discussing the matter of our anonymous source, but I do not believe, as I have heard the term- a fresh set of eyes, would be a detriment.

Would you be averse to attending the group?

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[fearcutsdeeperthanswords]

[She understands maybe a quarter of what you're saying, Spock. Maybe. :c But she gets the important part:]

I want to learn.

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[firstofficer]

[ there aren't many he's known that prefer to rely upon text. he presumes that this is a matter of privacy, or perhaps, academically acknowledges that it may be insecurity. his reply is the same regardless. ]

You are most welcome to participate. My I request your name? I do not believe we are acquainted.

[purepazaak]

Not the worst plan I've heard yet.

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[firstofficer]

[ one brow. steadily. creeping. upward. ]

And what was, the worst?

[the_vishual]

I wanna help!

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[firstofficer]

I have taken the liberty of adding your name to the registry of instructors. Is this acceptable?

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[goldshirt]

I still think we should make it a slumber party. Bring some tunes and way too much coffee. It'll be just like at the Academy again.

video; you are unbearable.

[firstofficer]

[ his gaze remains off screen. tapping along on one of their fanagled datapads. SOME OF US ARE WORKING, JIM. ]

I believe our experiences of the Academy were vastly different in that regard.

video; sup bro i like your face

[evolved]

You must be Raven's friend.

video; sup bro i like your eyebrows

[firstofficer]

[ what is friend ]

I am distantly acquainted with her person, however, Captain Kirk shares with her, a more significant bond.