Heh, well played, Stunthusband, well played. You evil git.

BSG

Let's check on who has actually expended effort, and how much has been expended.

So far, I am the ONLY person concerned with the health of the fleet. The military has completely failed to to anything - yet.

Actions, ladies and gentlemen - those speak far louder than any of this...chatter. I've taken what action I *can*.

I know what to call those who work for the betterment of the human race. I also have a word to use for those who don't.

BSG

I have COs from the remaining crew members. Result:

Destiny: 2 cards
Chief: No cards
Zarek: 1 card
Helo: No cards
Starbuck: No cards
Tigh: No cards
Apollo: No cards

Cards played:

Yellow 1
Yellow 3
Green 3

Tally: 7 - 0 = 7. Fail.

This check failed by only 2; therefore a Declare Emergency interrupt may be played to pass the check. We'll wait 12 hours; everyone, please post whether you play one or pass.

bsg

no inerrupt from Caprica

:: pops mentos ::

BSG

pass

BSG

Pass.

BSG

Any further evidence necessary to prove that the military is virtually useless? I arranged their supply; I reconstructed the government; I didn't fight when Tigh stripped me of my constitutional office; and now I must act - actually, sweat blood - to prevent the people from sinking into despair.

Remember what you made me do today - when cooperation would have been so much cheaper in the long run, and it is a very long run to safety. At least Tigh, convalescing in Sick Bay, can't hit the OFF switch on Colonial One's wireless.

"Attention, citizens of the Twelve Colonies! This is Tom Zarek, and it is vital that you listen: a state of emergency has been declared in the fleet, requiring that you obey President/Admiral Tigh and his duly-appointed military adjutants in everything they request. The defense of the fleet in the face of this Cylon armada is difficult, but not impossible. There is strength in unity, and unity comes from common purpose and the setting-aside of personal agendas. Don't rely upon past privilege to grant you special dispensation; from now on we are all equal, all human, all citizens. I won't even call us refugees. Our home is before us, on Kobol, not behind us among the ashes of the Colonies. Take heart, remember who you are and who we all are, and work together so we can complete our journey safely, and alive."

BSG

I Declare an Emergency (of 4G strength) to reduce the check difficulty by 2, allowing is the check to PASS.

BSG

***Tigh***

These cylon screenings couldn't have been worse timed but the work's done now so just release the information. The fleet will rest easier knowing they can trust me and we can get back to the business of dealing with the Cylons trying to frakkin' blow us up!

Anyone who thinks otherwise is just keen to stir the pot and keep people scared.

***

I pass. I will recover this Morale with all my powers as President.

And then Tigh is informed of Zarek's announcement to the fleet. They don't have the radios turned on in sickbay, it's bad for the convalescing.

***Tigh***

He did WHAAAAAT? I told you didn't I? Zarek would hate for people to know I'm human! Hate it if people trust me! Well, frak him! Frak him to hell!

Who the hell said ex-president Zarek could address the fleet anyway?!!!

After this battle is done, we'll have words. Get me that frakkin' walking cane!

***

BSG

(a faint Mutley-esque hissing snickering emanates from SH's room)