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TEST DRIVE #1 - Ten Forward

You know how you were standing there, back in your home world, just minding your own business?
Time to forget all about that.
Instead of doing whatever the heck you were just doing, you're standing in the middle of this very stylish, sedate barroom. Happily, you're not alone there - in fact you're surrounded by people who seem to be as confused as you are...and some of them look a little, well unusual
Now would be a great time to do....well, something. Ask some questions of the person nearest you, throw a fit, stage a coup....maybe do a little exploring? No matter what you do, you're going to be here for a very long time.
For others might call it the USS Enterprise, but for the foreseeable future, you'll be calling it home.
[OOC: this test drive's open until the next app period.]
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But, by that same token, he was starting to see what was possible, when Rangers wouldn't be needed. After Zordon's death, he had hoped. It might be possible, and that would be a beautiful thing. He just wasn't sure the universe was ready yet.
"Of course I am. Alternate timelines, alternate universes, dimensional portals, rifts, time holes. It's obvious your ship and my own do not exist in the same place." Yup, he was pretty sure Picard was a moron. Or at least was treating him like one.
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"Really?" There's a note of incredulity in his voice. He doesn't bristle in response to the boy's tone, neither does he laugh, but he does take an extra moment to form his next few words. "Then you are far more accustomed to these kinds of events than most here are, and I do not need to tell you that my ship operates under a different kind of leadership. The uniforms you see scattered around the room are those of Starfleet officers, and the crew, as you made mention of them earlier, come from a variety of worlds known to us."
KO-35, and indeed Rangers both of the space and planetary variety, are quite removed from where Andros now finds himself. Picard would offer solace, but he doesn't seem to need it.
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Instead of panicking, Andros just shook his head, it was more than a little disdainful. He was starting to think this man had no idea what he did.
"You have absolutely no idea what I do, do you? I must admit, I've never come across someone who didn't know what Rangers did--but I assure you. I come across this kind of thing daily. It's my job." Not completely correct, and more of a simplification, but it would work in the short run. "I also deal with the culprit behind it. So, where are they?"
Still, he looked around the room, noting the crew members in similar uniform to the Captain sitting next to him.
"And this Starfleet, is confined to this ship? System of government? What is it?"
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For now, that is. "I'm familiar with the concept of rangers. Even the Earth I come from has used the term for many centuries; however, no, I have not heard of you or your current organization until this moment, although I follow along quite well.
"Starfleet has been around for several centuries, and the Enterprise is only one ship of thousands. As I had begun to explain, the space you now find yourself in belongs to the United Federation of Planets - an interstellar federal republic, if you follow. There are likewise thousands of planets who have all agreed to exist autonomously under this central government, and we all work together in peaceful cooperation and exploration. Starfleet is part of the Federation, and maintains all exploratory, scientific, diplomatic, and defense functions, rendering most everything else unnecessary."
He pauses. "Which would make the culprit behind this mess part of our jurisdiction, rather than the Rangers'."
This may not be the precise truth, given Q's unique ability to travel anywhere he likes, but Picard doesn't know how this young man handles his quarrels, and does not want a "situation" on his hands.
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But, besides all that, Andros was completely fascinated by the idea of the United Federation of Planets. The mere idea that it worked in this universe was wonderful--and completely frustrating. Andros was used to being able to stroll in somewhere, and take control. He was a Ranger, entrusted with the Power and that meant something. But, in this universe, he was out-bureaucrated.
"Fine. For the moment I'll defer to you. But keep in mind this culprit went into my universe too."
Just the fact that Andros was capable of saying those sentences out loud showed just how far he had come in the past year. "Now, why don't you tell me more about this United Federation of yours. Do you truly not have anyone trying to disrupt it? Interstellar war and invasion isn't an issue?" It sounded like in this universe he'd be out of a job.
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"Please understand, I in no way mean to discredit the work you do," he adds. "I'm sure in your own time and place you are a boon to the people you protect.
"As for the Federation, oh no. There are some who have refused to be any part of it, and to those we give a wide berth. We do not cross into their territory, and they do not cross into ours. Disagreements are to be expected in any time and place, I should think."
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" Let me know if I can assist in any way. You might be surprised by how I can help. But, you are right--you know the terrain, all the different variables, including who is behind this. And I am down more than my entire team here. I'm alone, and just because I am capable of working alone does not make it right decision. But, you spoke of your Federation."
Again, it was completely baffling to Andros that people just....listened to the treaties.
"That actually works? You stay out of their territory and they stay out of yours?" There was a little bit of disbelief and admiration in his voice. The concepts were so unfamiliar to him. "Where I'm from, treaties don't mean too much. Planets are meant to be conquered because sometimes people have nothing better to do. That's where I usually come in."
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"It serves us well, for the most part," he says. "There is a neutral zone between the Federation and our staunchest opposers; though so named, matters can get rather heated should either party cross into it. We solve our differences by peaceful means if at all possible, but we are prepared to protect ourselves when necessary."
He leans back, pursing his lips in thought. "I would quite like to hear more about what it is you do as the 'Red Ranger'. I appreciate you have stock in this matter, and would not deny you the opportunity to see to Q if that's what you truly wanted; however, I must warn you he's not one to be trifled with."