=/\= A Call to Duty =/\=
USS Luna NCC-65828
SD 10608.13

Staring:
Karriaunna Scotti as XO Harmony Singh
Christopher Nickel as MO Richard Lynch
Ken Reinke as CTO Gladius Augustus
Scott Smith as CIV Ewan MacPherson-Quest

Ship Manager Peter Saunders

Also Staring:
Peter Saunders as FCO Abadon
Peter Saunders as OPS Dora
Peter Saunders as TO Lieutenant Stradling

Absent:
Christopher Dickinson as CO Savar
Heike Daemmig as FCO Shania
Steve Gelhorn as CMO Lennier McDonald
Richard Pickett as CSO Rickal Jarek

Episode 210 “Hollow Eternity, Part 2”:  The USS Luna is just approaching the Peugeo system where they are to investigate a suspiciously behaving asteroid that is in orbit of the systems single gas giant.
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ACTION: The Luna drops out of warp at the edge of the Peugeo system.

ACTION: Meanwhile Captain Savar has apparently locked himself in his Ready Room and given instructions that he is not to be disturbed.

XO_Singh says:
:: Sitting in her chair, her fingers lightly taping her the armrest.::
MO_Lynch says:
::still in Sickbay completely the last of the reports on the CSO and the XO::
Host Jabba says:
<FCO Abadon> XO: Sir, we have just entered the Peugeo system.
CTO_Augustus says:
::Augustus walks on to the bridge relieving the TO on duty::
CTO_Augustus says:
::Logs in the computer and does a quick sensor sweep::
XO_Singh says:
FCO: Take us to the asteroid and stop just outside of beaming range.
MO_Lynch says:
::finishing the last of his report he signs off the computer and heads out of the CMO's Office toward the door to the corridor::
Host FCO_Abadon says:
XO: Yes sir ::taps a few buttons::
MO_Lynch says:
::passing the Head Nurse::  T'Neer: You have Sickbay.  No parties, dress warm, I'll be home by midnight.

ACTION: The Luna rapidly moves towards the single gas giant in the system

MO_Lynch says:
<T'Neer> ::glances oddly at the LtCmdr::  MO: A party would have no logical place in the Sickbay of a Starship sir.
XO_Singh says:
CTO: While we are waiting for our CSO, please cover for him.  What are sensors reading?
CTO_Augustus says:
Self: Nothing unique here 6 planets or large rocks, one gas giant
MO_Lynch says:
::smiles as he exits Sickbay into the outer corridor::
CTO_Augustus says:
XO: Sir 6 planets, one is a giant bigger than Jupiter, but it is a gas giant, however there is a asteroid in orbit around that minor asteroid, maybe a moon but it has a atmosphere
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
::Ewan remains standing at the back of the Bridge::
CTO_Augustus says:
XO: Nothing else worth  mentioning right now
XO_Singh says:
CTO: Are you able to get a better scan on it then the Kuja?

ACTION: The Luna smoothly arrives at the gas giant and slips into a high orbit

Host FCO_Abadon says:
XO: We are directly over the asteroid now sir.
XO_Singh says:
CTO: Are you picking up any interference?
MO_Lynch says:
::arrives on the bridge feeling the need to be there as he always does... someone has to counsel the bridge crew::
XO_Singh says:
FCO: Thank you, maintain standard orbit just within beaming of it.
CTO_Augustus says:
XO: Well there is a small asteroid around the gas giant that wasn't mentioned, and it has an atmosphere similar to the gas giant’s, but for more we would need to get closer.  Would have been nice to upgrade to a science or tactical pod while at the starbase.
XO_Singh says:
CIV: Any suggestions on why the asteroid is not being pulled in by gravity?
XO_Singh says:
CTO: The asteroid has an atmosphere?  The same as the giant?
CTO_Augustus says:
XO: Also, the reason for not getting any better info is because of the static interference
MO_Lynch says:
::hearing the CTO he steps up to the rear railing around the central command area and leans on it::
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
XO: Science is not a strong suit of mine, but I can guess that it has a stronger gravity field?
CTO_Augustus says:
XO: Well, not exactly, the giant is a gas giant, so no real atmosphere there, however, we have class M on the asteroid, but that is about all I can tell you
XO_Singh says:
CTO: What is creating the static?
XO_Singh says:
CIV: The gravity of an object is defined by its density.  That asteroid would have to be formed of an extraordinary dense material given its size.
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
XO: Like I said Commander, I am not good at science, espionage and Engineering are what I'm good at
MO_Lynch says:
::looking at the Gas Giant he half expects a Galor class destroyer to come out from it's cloud layer::
CTO_Augustus says:
XO: it is something in the atmosphere, maybe particles running into each other, never saw anything like it but still checking
XO_Singh says:
:: Glances at the captains door and sighs.  She would like to lead the away team, but she could not leave the bridge.::  MO: Any thoughts on this, rolling around upstairs?
MO_Lynch says:
::looks to the CTO curiously::
CTO_Augustus says:
::Gladius makes some adjustments to his sensors and boosts them to the max, he also uses the navigational sensor array::
MO_Lynch says:
::shrugs:: XO: I'm a doctor not a Q.  I have no clue what would cause such an event
XO_Singh says:
All: Lovely... the only scientist here cannot leave the bridge.
XO_Singh says:
FCO: Take us in closer...
Host FC)_Abadon says:
XO: How must closer sir?
XO_Singh says:
FCO: Just close enough that if it is a dragon that wakes up and reaches out to bite you, you can get us out in time.
MO_Lynch says:
XO: Unless it's Excelsior class
CTO_Augustus says:
XO: Sir, the north side or end of the asteroid has some caverns, but most of our sensors are being deflected make at us.  Do you think that maybe using our sensors and bouncing sound off the asteroid we might get or be able to map it
Host FCO_Abadon says:
XO: A... dragon.  Right, of course ::taps a few buttons and descends the Luna towards the asteroid, wondering how far a dragon can reach::
XO_Singh says:
CTO: Go ahead and give it a try.
MO_Lynch says:
CTO/XO: What would cause our sensor scans to bounce back at us?  ::looking confused::
CTO_Augustus says:
XO: To do this properly you will need to stop otherwise we will be getting an echo
XO_Singh says:
MO: A variety of things, starting with metals.
MO_Lynch says:
XO/CIV: Is this a high metal content moon?
CTO_Augustus says:
MO: Could be a number of things, I would speculate that probably it has to do with metal particles in the air and in the asteroids
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
MO: No clue doctor
CTO_Augustus says:
::Gladius makes some adjustments and starts to use a sonar technique to try and map the asteroid::
MO_Lynch says:
CIV: Aren't you manning Science?
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
MO: No I am not
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
MO: I'd make a better garbage man than a Science Officer
MO_Lynch says:
::nods at the CIV::  CIV: I think you'd make a great garbage man but then I have a low regard for your profession
CTO_Augustus says:
XO: I am getting the same results a bit clearer but that is all there are tunnels on the northern end of the asteroid
XO_Singh says:
CTO: Can you tell if they are natural or not?
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
MO: You know doctor, flattery will get you no where
MO_Lynch says:
XO: Shuttle Commander?
CTO_Augustus says:
XO: No organic materials refined or otherwise, however we have deposits of titanium, platinum
MO_Lynch says:
CTO: Do you think anything in the atmosphere will hamper shuttle operation?
XO_Singh says:
MO: It looks like it.
CTO_Augustus says:
XO: However none of it has been refined it is all in the raw form
MO_Lynch says:
::hearing the CTO report titanium and platinum he assumes that is the reason for the sensor feedback::
CTO_Augustus says:
MO: Yes, how much I am not sure, but we would have issues with navigational sensors, communications could be affected as well
XO_Singh says:
:: Glances behind her::  All: Alright... Augustus and Lynch, you are with me.  Captain, I leave you the bridge.   Captain Savar should be out soon.
CTO_Augustus says:
MO: The only way to know how much would be to try though
MO_Lynch says:
:: hearing the CTO's last:: XO: Perhaps Transporters may be a better option
CTO_Augustus says:
MO: As far as the tunnels being natural or not unknown
XO_Singh says:
:: raises her eyebrow::  MO: You want to trust the transporter to beam through what might create problems with our equipment?  We can fly by without navigation.
CTO_Augustus says:
MO: I agree with the XO
MO_Lynch says:
::sighs at her logic::  XO: Excellent point Commander.  That is why you are wearing that uniform ::pointing at her red tunic:: and I this one.  ::pointing at his blue::
CTO_Augustus says:
XO: Any particular shuttle we are using sir?
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
XO: Understood commander
XO_Singh says:
:: a twinkle in her eyes::  MO:  I will remind you of that comment later.
XO_Singh says:
CTO: Have a shuttle ready for us.  We might as well head down now.
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
MO: And I wear my black and gray tunic with pride doctor
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
::Ewan takes the CONN::
XO_Singh says:
CIV:  Keep a lock on us just in case we might have to try a beam out.
MO_Lynch says:
::stepping up beside and slightly behind the XO awaiting their departure::
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
XO: Not a problem Commander
CTO_Augustus says:
XO: Sir, need to run by the armory anything in particular you would like
XO_Singh says:
CTO: Something that can drill through rock.
XO_Singh says:
:: Steps into the lift.::
MO_Lynch says:
::hearing the XO:: CTO: Pulse Phasers it is then
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
XO: Commander, as soon as you reach the surface, I'll have the OPS Officer put a lock on you
MO_Lynch says:
::following Singh into the lift::
CTO_Augustus says:
XO: Right meet you in the shuttle bay
XO_Singh says:
CIV:  Thanks...
XO_Singh says:
Computer: Shuttle bay.
XO_Singh says:
*Science*: Silver, meet me in the shuttle bay with my old science gear please.
MO_Lynch says:
XO: Mr. Augustus takes quite a bit of pride in his work don't you think?
XO_Singh says:
MO: I believe we all do... at least I expect it.  ::looks at the doctor::  Don't you?
Host Lt_Strahlung says:
*XO*: On our way Commander.
MO_Lynch says:
XO: Who the hell do you think brings you all back from the brink every week??
MO_Lynch says:
::feels the TL begin to slow::
XO_Singh says:
:: As the lift stops, she steps from it and moves toward the shuttle waiting for them.::  MO: Ummm... fate?  Karma? The gods?
MO_Lynch says:
::eyes the XO doubtfully and steps into the shuttle with his medkit::
CTO_Augustus says:
::Enters the TL and runs to the armory grabs 3 pulse rifles and 3 type 2 phasers, additional Gladius grabs his throwing knives from the target and puts them into their sheath and put his d’k tahg in its proper place, at the small of his back::
XO_Singh says:
:: Stepping into the shuttle, she takes the pilot seat and does the standard check::  MO: How about faith and hope?
CTO_Augustus says:
:: Gladius turns around and leaves heading for the shuttle bay::
XO_Singh says:
:: Turns as Strahlung enters the shuttle with her stuff::  SO: Thank you...
MO_Lynch says:
XO: They were Tactical Officers on the Advocate.  I don't think they can help us here
XO_Singh says:
:: Looks up curiously::  MO: Really?
MO_Lynch says:
XO: I kid you not.
XO_Singh says:
:: half seriously::  MO: Hmmm... I wonder if they would transfer here.
MO_Lynch says:
::looking out the shuttle door for the CTO::
MO_Lynch says:
XO: I think Captain Vn'dor could use Hope and Faith more than we could.
Host Lt_Strahlung says:
XO: You are welcome ::makes a hasty retreat::
MO_Lynch says:
XO: Perhaps even a little Charity at times
CTO_Augustus says:
::Enters the shuttle bay and runs into the shuttle that has its hatch open::
XO_Singh says:
MO: I have heard of him... he was before my time wasn't he?
MO_Lynch says:
::seeing the CTO:: XO: Here he comes now
XO_Singh says:
:: Nods to Augustus::  CTO: You look weighed down.  Take your seat.  Closing door now.
CTO_Augustus says:
::Stows the rifles, and hands each a phaser::
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
*XO*: Good luck Commander on your trip
XO_Singh says:
*CIV*: We are ready to launch.
CTO_Augustus says:
XO: Are you piloting or is the Doctor?
MO_Lynch says:
::nods::  XO: The man has been through a lot.  He doesn't even know where his wife disappeared too.  But he has two wonderful children.  One an Ensign here on the Luna and the other runs a Starfleet Science facility.
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
FCO: Open the shuttle bay doors and let our esteemed away team depart
XO_Singh says:
CTO: I think it is safer if I do.
MO_Lynch says:
::holds his hand up to the offered phaser::  CTO: I pass Lieutenant
Host FCO_Abadon says:
::taps a few buttons:: *XO*: You are clear to launch sir.
XO_Singh says:
:: Pauses::  MO: He has a child on the Luna?  Hmmm... I would like to know more... :: hearing the FCO, takes the shuttle up and heads for the opened bay doors.::
CTO_Augustus says:
XO: Hey I did manage to stay at my post for three years didn't I? ::Smiles at he sits in the co-pilot seat, checking the sensors and weapons systems::
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
*XO*: Good luck Commander on your trip
XO_Singh says:
MO: You have sensors.
XO_Singh says:
 CTO: Be prepared for anything...
MO_Lynch says:
XO: Aye  ::logs onto a terminal and begins scanning the surface of the moon::
XO_Singh says:
:: As the shuttle clears the doors, she turns angles it about and heads downward toward the planet.::
CTO_Augustus says:
XO: Being prepared is a sign of a professional, not paranoia Sir

@ACTION: The shuttle swiftly leaves the Luna and within moments is entering the planets upper atmosphere, heading towards the asteroid

CTO_Augustus says:
@::Continues his sensor scans of the asteroid::
XO_Singh says:
@*FCO*: I need the coordinates of the caves.  I also need you to keep a lock on my course.  If I go off, let me know and tell me the adjustment.
MO_Lynch says:
@::centers his scans on the caverns reported by the CTO on the Luna::
CTO_Augustus says:
@XO: Sir, there is a large caravan, large enough to land the shuttle in, it is also the location of the main entrance to the tunnels
MO_Lynch says:
@XO/CTO: Perhaps EVA Suites are in order?
XO_Singh says:
@ CTO: Understood... I will land us just outside of that region then.
CTO_Augustus says:
@XO: but that is about the extent of what I can tell you, still getting our scans reflected back at us
Host FCO_Abadon says:
*XO*: Will do sir ::having heard the CTO over the comm:: I would suggest landing in the cavern the CTO suggested, I will forward the exact co-ordinates too you.
XO_Singh says:
@ MO: Given there is no atmosphere?  You will not get an argument on that from me.
MO_Lynch says:
@XO: Good because I don't know how I'd bring you back from the brink of that one
XO_Singh says:
@ *FCO*: Acknowledged.
XO_Singh says:
@ MO: Miracle?  :: receiving the coordinates, takes the shuttle in that direction.::
CTO_Augustus says:
@MO: Doctor you suit up first then I will, do you need assistance suiting up?
MO_Lynch says:
@::stands::  CTO: Just to attach the connections between gloves and the helmet.  ::begins slipping on the suit::
XO_Singh says:
@ :: As the asteroid fills the screen, she checks visual against instrumentation.::
CTO_Augustus says:
@::Gladius goes in the back bringing both his and the XO's suits out, checking occasionally on the Doctor’s progress::
XO_Singh says:
@ All: Prepare for landing.  :: activates landing thrusters.::
MO_Lynch says:
@::finishes up holding his helmet in hand awaiting touchdown::
XO_Singh says:
@ :: Brings the shuttle down gently::

@ACTION: The XO's approach is text book and she glides smoothly inside the cavern, with only a slight bump as she touches down.

CTO_Augustus says:
@::slips on the suit, sits down during the landing::
XO_Singh says:
:: Puts the shuttle in standby mode and stands.::
MO_Lynch says:
@::lifts the helmet up over his head he attaches the connections and activates the EVA systems::
XO_Singh says:
@ :: Sighs as she sees the suit waiting for her.::  All: After all these centuries, you would think they would have perfected something less bulky.
XO_Singh says:
@ :: Reaches for hers and begins to quickly don it.::
Host OPS_Dora says:
CIV: Captain, the Away Team have reached the asteroids surface, I have a firm lock on their biosigns
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
OPS: Now that the shuttle has landed, I want a lock on all of the away teams signatures. Just in case we need to do an emergency transport
MO_Lynch says:
@XO: They did.  It's called a Starship
CTO_Augustus says:
@::hands the XO her suit, checks the Doctors suit for any malfunctions or problems, slips on this boots and gloves::
XO_Singh says:
@ MO: I cannot wear a starship. :: pulls it up over her shoulder, then checks all the various gadgets before donning her helmet::
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
OPS: Very good, thinking ahead. I like the initiative
XO_Singh says:
@ CTO/MO: You two good to go?
MO_Lynch says:
@XO: Funny, I thought you did twenty-four hours a day.
CTO_Augustus says:
@XO: Sir let me help you with that ::Gladius helps her don her suit and secures everything except her helmet::
MO_Lynch says:
@::nods at the XO in response::
XO_Singh says:
@ CTO:  Thank you.
Host OPS_Dora says:
CIV: Thank you sir, however if the away team enter the section of the asteroid that we cannot scan I cannot guarantee I will be able to maintain a lock.
CTO_Augustus says:
@::Gladius reaches for his helmet and secures it properly walks to the rifles and hands each person a rifle:
XO_Singh says:
@ :: Puts her gear over her shoulder, pulling out her tricorder and activating it.::
MO_Lynch says:
@::holds up a hand again at the offered Pulse Rifle::  CTO: I'll pass thank you.
XO_Singh says:
@ :: Takes the rifle with a lifted brow, but no longer questions such measure.::  CTO: Thanks... lets head out folks...
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
OPS: Try your best, that is all that I ask
CTO_Augustus says:
@XO/MO: Fine with me but I will lead just in case ok sirs?
CIV_MacPherson-Quest says:
::Ewan sneezes::
CTO_Augustus says:
@XO: Open the hatch sir?
XO_Singh says:
@ ::nods::

@ACTION: As the CTO opens the shuttles airlock there is a hiss as the remaining air escapes from the shuttle to be replaces by a thin blue powder from the planets atmosphere.

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TIME LAPSE to next mission: Five Seconds