PSL--Explorer's Setting (New Crew arriving!)

[my_belfry_of_fun]

The Explorer's Craft was a smaller ship--maxed at 15 people. The Arethusa was nice for all of that, and still in the early stages of its Exploration. Only 1/3rd staffed, it had just brought on two new crew-members.

Current Crew consisted of Professor John Robinson as the Captain, Gune in Engineering, "Nurse" Joy in Medical, and general crew members Jayne Cobb and Turanga Leela. It seemed an easy going (mostly) ship, and the current crew was treated to an announcement on their Omni-band at the arrival of 2 new crew-members along with their vital-statistics (height, weight, age, place of origin, general skills). Professor Robinson seemed fairly hands off and willing to delegate things, as the Arethusa was currently en-route. Their 'mission' for this exploration was to visit a resort planet, and study it's economy and how it remained so Utopian. Gune was nice, if easily distractable, and the only 'obvious' alien although some suspected Leela. Jayne mostly spent his time verbally sparring with Leela or keeping to himself, while Nurse Joy simply seemed content and willing to help. Curious at times, and clearly intelligent, but she wasn't one to make waves if they weren't needed.

Information on the Omniband
Name:
Age:
Height/Weight:
Place of Origin:
Skills:

Each crew-member wakes up in their bunk, wearing the ship's uniform. They will have some possessions from home. (The uniform is generally black boots, blue BDU pants and Jacket with a name patch, and a black t-shirt or tank-top underneath.) Each crew-member also posesses an omni-band. A small ring-like device that is designed to be worn like a collar or a bracelet, and that can be expanded or contracted. It may act as a communicator and mini-computer.

Comments

[redarrowqueen]

Thea had also gotten the basic crash course when she wandered into various parts of the ship. She was also eventually sent to get patched up and cleaned up given the blood. So she emerged not long later into one of the lower levels, almost crashing into a guy about her age. "Sorry for the near crash!" going for a joke, "Was a little scattered for a minute there." since she looks as scattered as she's feeling.

[light_of_willpower]

It was a near-crash, as Trunks had his hands in his pockets as he walked. Actually enjoying being able to relax a bit, but he hadn't expected someone coming out of that doorway. Reaching out a hand automatically to steady her though--just in case. Then keeping it there since she looked a little out of it still.

Head tilted, studying her, then it clicked. She must be the other new arrival. "No problem there." Trunks replied with a small smile, still steadying her. "First time on a spaceship?"

[redarrowqueen]

"First time on anything like this that's for sure." Thea was able to smile a little more. "And a little out of it to boot, last thing I remember was fighting Ra's Al Ghul, crashing through my coffee table then coming to here."

[light_of_willpower]

She'd been fighting a ghoul? Did she live in a haunted house? Then again, it sounded like a name. "You don't remember anything else?" Trunks asked with a hint of concern.

"Sounds like a rude awakening." Yeah, just gonna keep that hand on her upper arm to help steady her. "While I've never been on a space ship before, I've been on and in things close enough that while this is new, it's not that different." Just gonna casually keep walking, hoping they can find a place she can sit.

[redarrowqueen]

"Bits and pieces, the blur feeling should fade before too long." Thea was honest. "Came to covered in blood so something did happen, mostly would love to link the pieces somehow." but she's letting Trunks keep her steady. "Thea by the way."

[light_of_willpower]

"Trunks." He responded easily, listening to her. "Well, from what I understand, we're all here because we chose to be. You and I are the newest crew members, apparently."

She's in decent hands, as he's pretty sure he can keep her upright. Not too long before they were overlooking another small set of stairs against a railing that overlooked a large open space. Looked like a loading dock, but against the wall were low couches and some bean-bag chairs.

"Give it time, you might remember." A shrug of the shoulder which isn't the side he's steadying her on as he starts for those stairs. "It's...fuzzy. Kind of like a dream for me, but it's a chance I can't pass up." Determination there, and hints of a story.

[redarrowqueen]

Thea nodded, a piece of the puzzle fell into place. "Knowing my luck its either something related to the fight or family/friends protection. Ra's Al Ghul was the current problem of the moment at home." she attempts to explain. That was when the heel of her boot caught the stair, in her half out of it state she was tripping faster than she would be otherwise.

[light_of_willpower]

She might've been out of it and not reacting as fast as she could, but Trunks was pretty fast himself. Shifting position himself, to pivot with one foot bracing on the step just below them. Turning slightly, the hand from her upper arm slid under and around her shoulder and back.

It helped that they were near-equal in height, so shifting slightly down a step meant he could catch her. It was a good position to keep her from falling more as well. Normally he'd also be a lot more shy, but she was clearly not okay. He'll apologize later if he needs to; crisis now.

"You said you came in bleeding right? Sure you should be up and about already?"

[redarrowqueen]

"I was covered in blood so that could be a factor." Thea mused. She was still a little dizzy around the edges but with some rest she would be fine in a matter of days. "Maybe its a little soon to do much?" she confessed, the look on her face speaking volumes. "Trying to avoid meds too."

[light_of_willpower]

“Maybe.” Trunks commented, frowning slightly. Considering his position, it wasn't hard to scoop his free hand under her knees and haul her up to gently carry her. “Have you been to medical yet?” Even if she hasn't, he's turning back the way they came and heading for the upper levels.

Thea weighed almost nothing compared to what he could lift, and she needed help. Headstrong, but she wasn't the first person Trunks had met who was like that. (He was guilty of it himself too at times, as were both of his parents.) She shouldn't even be jostled as he walked, his hold quite secure.

[redarrowqueen]

"Not yet." Thea was being honest. "Head was spinning in more ways than one to be honest and well there was nothing actually bleeding." she tried to explain. But she had given in, maybe she was a little too out of it? But she does come clean about something else,"Also an ex addict, will do anything to avoid painkillers."

[light_of_willpower]

"I'll make a note of that." Trunks commented lightly, still more concerned overall. "Time to go meet whoever's in charge of keeping us alive then."

[redarrowqueen]

Thea nodded, accepting fate and a visit to a doctor. But she did pick up on small things, like how well built Trunks was. Her first thought was meta human since she knows of at least two in Barry Allen and Cisco Ramon but keeps it to herself for now.

[light_of_willpower]

Considering his height and slim appearance, it's obvious he's clearly been in training or something for a long time. One does not get muscle like that easily. Mind, he was one of the smaller fighters in his own universe...

Still keeping that steady gait, doing his best to minimize movement in case she's still dizzy. Not hard to locate Medical, and the scene walking in is rather amusing. A taller man in the blue slacks and black tee of their uniforms is sitting on a bed, being bandaged somewhat to his protest around his shoulder and arm. "I'm tellin ya, it really ain't that bad. I've been through plenty worse, Joy."

Their nurse's bright pink hair contrasted nicely to the explorer's uniform. Her smile was friendly and open, even as she continued to wrap bandages around Jayne's upper arm. "Even if you have Mr. Cobb, that doesn't mean it shouldn't be treated."

"What's with this Mister Cobb stuff Joy? I told you." Attempting to lean closer, with what he thought was a charming smile on his face. "You can drop the formalities darlin'."

[redarrowqueen]

A smile escaped Thea, some things do stay the same like people hitting on anything that walks. She leaned in and admits in a whisper (just in case),"Looks like some things are a constant, like walking flirts." a sign she was going to be just fine once she gets some rest.

[light_of_willpower]

Trunks is just staying quiet, and a little embarrassed honestly. The whisper might brings a twitch of a smile to the corner of his mouth, then he's clearing his throat. "Excuse me?"

Suddenly the pair of them are the center of attention; Nurse Joy only sparing a brief look before she tapes the bandage around Jayne's arm. "Don't stress it Mr. Cobb, and keep it clean. No heavy-lifting for a few days either." She admonished, bringing his attention back to her.

"Take away all my fun why don'tcha." Came the not-quite sullen reply as he hopped off the medical bed and stood, eyeing the two newcomers over now. A side-smirk coming to his face. "Must be the newbies. Sure you wanna advertise that kind of thing so openly Pretty Boy?"

"Excuse me?" Was Trunks's only reply, coming more fully in to place Thea on one of the other beds. Nurse Joy offered her a smile. "Don't mind Mr. Cobb. Some people hide their pain with bravado." She commented, before introducing herself. "I'm Nurse Joy. Welcome to the Arethusa Ms. Queen. What happened?" All business, even if she's paying attention too.

Jayne's smirk only grew a bit as he sauntered over and leaned his good-arm on a shelf, towering over Trunks. "That ain't the kinda thing nice ladies should know right away. On yer patch."

Yep, the BDU jacket had their last names on a patch on the breast pocket. Jayne's own read "Cobb", while Trunks bore "Briefs".

"That's my last name, Mr. Cobb." Polite, even if it was clear Trunks had his guard up now. He could tell when he was being tested, and clearly this crew-member meant to try and play 'who was the alpha male'.

[redarrowqueen]

"Almost falling down a flight of stairs along with a few dizzy fits. Came to covered in blood so that's our current suspection." Thea gracefully explained. The blood caked in Thea's short hair was a big clue along with the bruises and cuts on the petite brunette.

[light_of_willpower]

Joy nodded, reaching over and pulling out a small wand-type object that revealed itself to be a medical scanner. "Oh dear. I take it Mr. Briefs found you shortly before your fall?" Said as politely and nicely as she treated anyone. Ignoring Jayne's snort and chuckles as she said Trunks' last name aloud.

"Please, just call me Trunks?" Said crew-member in question murmured, to Jayne's continued amusement. Slapping his hand over his heart. "Clear Skies boy, whoever named ya musta been drunk or somethin'. Musta been bullied a lot growing up too."
Jayne had the biggest shit-eating grin as he continued to probe.

Trunks just held himself steady and tall, refusing to rise to the bait. He'd been bullied far more than the other man would ever know, but it could wait. They should try to get along at least. "She almost crashed into me, and then we were walking down to the Loading Dock, when she tripped." Ignoring Jayne's remarks in favor of giving Nurse Joy that information.

"I see." Joy murmured, as she'd run the wand-scanner along but away from Thea's side. A friendly smile. "The good news is, whatever happened, our hosts saw fit to heal you on your arrival. Likely the rush of whatever happened, along with the sudden healing and new circumstances caused the vertigo."

[redarrowqueen]

It made sense in a weird way, Thea figured. "So I'll be fine before too long once things settle in?" she finally asked. "And vertigo is a fancy name for dizzy right?"

[light_of_willpower]

"Yes. Honestly, as much as you probably want to explore your new ship, I'd recommend finding a quiet place and resting. Sleep if you feel you need to. If you get hungry, eat something light." Joy replied with a smile. "Have someone with you, just in case you feel dizzy again or feel faint."

Jayne wouldn't admit it, but he was mildly impressed a bit. Didn't mean he'd *show* it, or let up. "Think babysittin's light enough duty for me Joy? I can watch her."

Joy's smile stayed in place, but there was a hint of amusement in her eyes as the smile grew. "But Mr. Cobb, if she does feel faint or dizzy, I don't think you should be lifting or carrying her in your state."

"Pfft." Jayne looked mildly insulted, hands on his hips and chin up. "She wouldn't be heavy, little thing like her."

"She has a name. Thea." Trunks commented quietly but firm all the same.

Joy's smile stayed the same, expression as serene as ever--but with a hint of steel under the tone. "Be that as it may, Mr. Cobb--Trunks has clearly shown he's capable of handling it. If that's okay with you Ms. Queen."

[redarrowqueen]

Thea was more willing to let Trunks be her sitter all things considered. But at the same time she was itchy to not sit around and it showed in her eyes. That was when another dizzy wave decided to strike, a sign she needed a break and to actually rest. "All for it."

[light_of_willpower]

Joy's eyes creased up as she smiled. "Then I believe she's made her choice." A nod at Jayne, who looked like he was about to protest. "Think of it as letting our newest crew-members have some time to adjust. Not everyone is used to living in spaceships, Mr. Cobb."

"Time ta 'adjust'..." Jayne snorted, eyeing them. "Sure sure. Ya know where to find me if ya need something Joy." Another smirk and hint of challenge as he eyed Trunks once more. "Call me if ya need help, Pretty Boy."

Nurse Joy just smiled, but with that hint of steel again. "I'm sure he's able to watch Ms. Queen and make sure she rests. I can leave it in your hands, right Trunks?" Hands clasped in front of her, expecting his agreement.

Going from holding himself and resisting the urge to rise to the bait Jayne shot at him, and then to being given an order took him a moment. "Ye-yes." A little taken aback, like he hadn't expected to be given the task.

"Then it's settled. Besides, it can be quite an adjustment for all of us, arriving here." Clear that Nurse Joy was having the last word, as she turned her attention back to Jayne. "Actually Mr. Cobb, I would like your help with something..."

The taller man perked up with a hint of grin, as she lead the way further into medical.

Coming over to Thea, now that the initial crisis was over, Trunks relaxed a little and seemed almost awkward.

[redarrowqueen]

Thea looked partly ready to give in but her eyes were blazing with a fierce stubborn streak. "Bad to say I don't exactly wanna rest? But I am a little bit hungry." she finally speaks after a few minutes. Granted she was still a little dizzy around the edges but the worst seemed to have passed post the near crash,"And another odd thing, I did find my quiver and bow along with arrows. You find anything weapons wise?"

[light_of_willpower]

She must've be really out of it, because she had her quiver (and arrows) and bow with her. He'd noted it in the back of his mind, but then getting her taken-care of had mattered more. Apparently they'd both kind of forgotten, with the distractions of Jayne and Joy.

"Well, she said food wasn't a bad idea." Some of it might've been his heritage speaking too. "Let's see how you do with the walk to the kitchen area." Offering his hand to help steady her still, but willing to let her walk on her own. He recognized that spirit in her eyes.

"When I woke up, this-?" Holding up his left wrist where the 'omniband' was a slim silver band around it. "-apparently beeped. If-If I remember correctly..." Trunks's own memories of any explanations hazy. "...it's our main way of communicating and getting information." Hand dropping back to his side, as he'll continue the explanation as they move.

"It expanded outwards and showed a vision of a small hologram and screen. Had a small bio of me, and you. Probably to let the rest of the crew know who we are." That was how he'd recognized (along with a guess) that she was also new. "And yeah, I also had some of my stuff from home, including my sword."

Once they were settled in the now-vacant kitchen area--at least with her seated, while he tried to figure out the replicator and what was in the pantry--he'd play with the omniband. "My name is Trunks Briefs. I'm 20 years old; almost 21. From Earth. West City, Region 28, main continent. Age 785...from an alternate timeline."

Well, he'd managed to figure it out enough to produce rice and tea from the replicator at least. Bringing over two trays, sliding one towards her as he settled into the chair opposite. "I'll see if I can get it to pull up the hologram again. After food though."

[redarrowqueen]

Thea then connected the strange bracelet around her hand (thankfully her non shooting hand). She played her own hologram for Trunks,"Thea Queen, almost 21, from starling City on Earth." but for now she's throwing in the towel and letting Trunks led her around. She'll be fine once she can catch her breath and actually eat (plus a few decent nights sleep). "Feels a little embrassing though, almost passing out 3 times by this point?"