Posted by Captain Calvin Marius (Captain) in XO Welcome Party - ALL Invited

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Posted by Lieutenant Dagen Thor (CE) in XO Welcome Party - ALL Invited
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OOC: Hey all, this is an opportunity to side sim socially. I want to provide a space for our characters to digest the change in command and welcome Hjortur’s XO character aboard. Please come on in.

IC: Riley strolled around his and David’s quarters. They’d finally settled in. While a few crates were tucked deep inside their closets still needing to be unpacked, the space was organized and reflected a solid mix of the two men’s style. Riley felt better than he’d have thought about sharing his living space with another. Rather than feeling anxiety at the change, he welcomed it.

Change was the operative word on the Genesis these days and tonight was meant for those closest to Riley and David to celebrate it. Julien’s departure had left a hole in the heart of the crew, but Marius’s ascension to the captain’s chair provided a measure of continuity that eased the loss. And now there was a new personality in the mix. Lt. Cmdr. Peterusson was an unknown quantity. Riley had the benefit of a one-on-one with the new XO, but other’s hadn’t had the same opportunity. Riley hoped tonight would provide a chance for those the XO would work most closely with to start to know the man.

And if it served as a makeshift housewarming for the Counselor and CSO’s new living arrangement, so be it.

“David, I hope you’re ready. Our guests should be arriving any minute,” he called toward the bedroom where he knew the CSO was finishing getting ready.

The set up was casual. A few hors d’oeuvres mixed with desserts were laid out on the circular dining table in the middle of the room. A bar was pushed against the wall with bottles of beer and wine in buckets of ice next to stiffer fare and glasses. Riley had invited the senior staff and bridge officers to attend along with any companions they’d like to bring. The Genesis had a tradition of large parties, especially around Christmas. This was a more intimate affair.

Riley made his way to the bar and poured himself a Hendrick’s over ice, adding a twist of lemon. The Scottish gin had been around for centuries and was a favorite of the Counselor’s. He took a sip and let himself look over the space one more time. Everything was ready. Now for the people to arrive.

Dekker, CNS

Ben was dressed in his family’s traditional attire. An emerald green woven shirt and tan slacks with his black leather boots. Waiting just outside the door for Tigress.

Park

Tigress came up shortly after Ben. ” remind me why you decide to drag me along again” Tigress asked with a grin she was clearly teasing him. She was oddly enough in a simple dark blue dress. Her wight and black striped fur was neatly brushed. Her tail twitched but back an forth. Tigress shook her head. ” time with you is always great and is the only thing that make leaving Zoology worth it” she said after a moment still testing Ben.
Ensign Tigress

Dagen was only a minute behind Park and Tigress. He was dressed in a collarless white tunic with blue braided highlights that was shaped like one of the old dress uniforms of a past century. His grey pants were made for comfort; overall nothing he wore particularly stood out. It was more his characteristic five o’clock shadow and failed attempt at getting his hair under control that bore more interest by some. He held a bottle of a recently purchased wine from a recent Italian vineyard. Their reputation was good and had been receiving good reviews, though their entries into any competitions tended to be overshadowed by leading French producers. Dagen was more of a whiskey man, though for occasions wine seemed more the standard. This was called ‘Cathedral’s Shadow’ and was a drier white wine.

He moved slowly. He was sure that the new XO was one he had crossed paths with some years ago. His memory on this was dim, however. There were more than one Peterusson in Starfleet. He only knew that the memory was not pleasant. Would he even remember him? Dagen was annoyed with Thor; the little slug was no help with this one. “Are we going in or just hanging out?” He asked with a smile. They were an ‘item’ he knew from the grapevine. “Are we too early?” He had not checked the chrono before leaving.
- Dagen, CE

While no one had pressed the chime, Riley could sense the gathering of minds outside his door. He called one last time to David, “Guests are here.”

He didn’t believe it would hurry the man up. David would be ready when David was ready. That wouldn’t stop Riley from letting them in. Light jazz played over the rooms sound system as Riley made his way to the door. One last look in the mirror confirmed his hair was in place and the thin dark grey sweater he’d paired with black slacks were striking enough against his pale skin and dark hair.

He pressed the door release, revealing Ben and Tigress, the Chief Engineer a few steps behind them. Riley reached out to greet his guests.

“Lt. Park, Ens. Tigress, I trust there are no hard feelings from my part in your recent prank,” he grinned. “I’m only sad I didn’t get to see it come off. Please come in.”

“ he threw a net on me” Tigress said. She did not sound amused.

Only once the pair had passed through his door did Riley extend his hand to Thor, “Welcome, Lieutenant. Please come in. You’re right on time.”

Dekker, CNS

Dagen swapped hands that held the bottle and returned the hand shake, smiling freely. “Thank you for the invitation. I’ve not known too many welcoming gatherings so this is nice.” While he said that his stomach felt a touch of trepidation, those butterflies. Suddenly remembering, he handed Dekker the bottle of wine. “Something for later,” he said, then entered.

Stepping in, he heard the jazz playing. He had heard it before. On OP42 the bar there had a Jazz night. His impression of the music was mixed. Some pieces he enjoyed though much he just thought was percussive noise. The pieces he did like were those that seemed to carry a mystical air to them that evoked a sort of history or primal connection. Sorel, one of Thor’s past hosts found the music compelling enough to do a lot of his politically charged poetry in a parlor/bar of sorts that played Jazz. So in a way, Dagen had had a lifetime of Jazz experience. He saw the food and drinks and angled more toward the wine. Once, with a glass of white wine in hand and that he had tasted the cool chill of it, he turned to take in the room. Classic executive officer layout. His eyes moved about remembering the layout underneath of the life blood of a ship - all the things that made what was seen ‘work’. He was proud of his work on the Genesis and mused on whether the XO would want ‘renovations’ done like the past Captain had.
- Thor

Magnus arrived a little later than he’d have liked. He was admittedly more nervous than he thought he’d be. More nervous than he’d been in some time. He arrived just in time to see Parks, Tigress and Lieutenant Thor entered the room. He quickened his pace to reach the door before it closed, placing his hand on the end he looked inside and smiled his ever so charming smile “Evening” In his right hand was an unmarked green bottle. He was dressed in dark pants and a tight-fitting maroon dress shirt with rolled up sleeves. “I do belive this is the right place”

XO

Tigress heated the XO’s voice and turned to look at him. She was as of yet undecided as to wether or not he could be trusted.

Marius intentionally came a little late, he didn’t want it to seem like it was an ‘official’ welcome. Although when he thought about it, perhaps he should have had one. He exhaled, one more thing he would have to learn from. If Star-Fleet left him in charge long enough to welcome another officer.

He turned to face every officer there acknowledging them with a nod. He held an unlit cigar between his teeth which prevented him from talking too much which suit hime just fine.

Marius

Tigress’ ears dropped back against her head when she saw Marius. She did not have an issue with the man as of yet but he also did not have her trust. Though not many people on the Viking did, and those that did have her trust ensign Tigress had repeatedly tested before trusting them.

Ensign Tigress