Stardate: 10107.17 
Mission: Training Mission Planet Benning

You are ordered to report to the Range Master on Planet Benning for the purpose of officer fitness training. Your pre-mission preparation is to be as follows:

Use of transporters is forbidden to and from the Benning Reservation. All personnel are to participate in this exercise, including you and your executive officer. Personnel are required to use standard Starfleet issue equipment ONLY. Use of non-approved equipment will disqualify the entire crew, and an unsatisfactory report will be attached to you your service records, and subsequent disciplinary action taken.

The exercise will begin precisely at 2200 hrs. Stardate 10107.17 with your crew departing the Ganymede via shuttlecraft

The shuttlecrafts are to stage at coordinates 000.4x/000.001z (Southern Polar Cap). Once there, the Range Master will issue the exercise criteria.

<<<<< Begin Mission >>>>>

CO_Silek says:
:: arrives in the shuttlebay and moves to inspect the shuttles ::
CEO_Hixxan says:
::Walks down a corridor and turns a corner. He looks over the door of the shuttle bay, takes a deep breath and walks in, wondering what this training is all about::
XO_Ashworth says:
*Ship wide*:  All Senior Officers report to the shuttlebay on the double.   ::she then makes sure the relief teams are in place and happily goes to the shuttlebay herself::
TO_Khorgh says:
::still thinking about the music piece he just practiced he stands in the shuttlebay and awaits fully equipped to be assigned to a team::
CMO_Seti says:
::Leaving Sickbay enroot to the shuttlebay::
FCO_Harlok says:
::In the Shuttlecraft Magellan finishing up pre-flight:: Self: Mili-C's... check. Enviro... check. Thrusters...
OPS_Rhiems says:
::stands in shuttle bay, going over the equipment and shuttles::
CIV_Ahkileez says:
::crouches to fix his boots, stomping them in properly before striding across to Shiloh::
OPS_Rhiems says:
*FCO*:  Magellan, fueled and ready to go
CEO_Hixxan says:
::Looks at the two shuttles prepped for launch and sees the Magellan and smiles as he runs his hands over the smooth metal::
CIV_Ahkileez says:
::keys open the Shiloh’s hatch with his brand new security clearance before slipping inside::
CO_Silek says:
:: looks around as the crew assembles ::
CMO_Seti says:
::Exits the TL and enters the shuttle bay::
XO_Ashworth says:
::enters the shuttlebay and goes retrieve her gear that she placed the night before::
OPS_Rhiems says:
::goes over a mental checklist, hoping not to forget anything::
FCO_Harlok says:
*OPS* Roger that OPS and confirmed. Magellan at Standby.
CSO_Ray says:
:: enters shuttle bay with his equipment pack ::
CIV_Ahkileez says:
::takes a quick look at the Shiloh's board and heads out to the gathering::
CMO_Seti says:
::Takes a look at his supplies, Med Kit, Phaser, Tricorder:: Self: That should do it
CO_Silek says:
ALL: A moment of your attention before we begin...
CO_Silek says:
FCO: Mr. Harlok Front and center !
CEO_Hixxan says:
::Looks over the Magellan and then looks up to see the rest of the crew. He gives Silek his attention::
Ben_RNG_MSTR says:
COMM: Ganymede: This is Benning Control. The Range is prepared, awaiting your arrival
OPS_Rhiems says:
::turns to face the captain, at a relatively relaxed attention::
CMO_Seti says:
::Stands at Full Attention::
XO_Ashworth says:
::focus all attention ahead::
TO_Khorgh says:
::looks to the CO and snaps to attention::
CIV_Ahkileez says:
::looks at his elder Vulcan::
FCO_Harlok says:
::Jumps up and runs up to the CO and salutes:: CO: Sir!
OPS_Jones says:
COM: Benning Range Master: They are in pre-flight now Sir
CO_Silek says:
FCO: After having reviewed the testimonies of the officers involved in the incident with the warp bubble, it has come to my attention that you have distinguished yourself heroically during that crisis.
CO_Silek says:
FCO: Furthermore, your service aboard the U.S.S. Ganymede has been exemplary.
CO_Silek says:
FCO: With all of this in mind, I do hereby award you with the Silver Palm and promote you to the rank of full Lieutenant with all the duties and responsibilities it entails.
FCO_Harlok says:
::Mentally going over his prelim-flight plan.. then looks at Silek warily::
CO_Silek says:
FCO: Congratulations Lieutenant
Ben_RNG_MSTR says:
:: Looks at chronograph and notes time::
FCO_Harlok says:
::Nods dumbly:: CO: uh... ::cough:: Arigato Koncho!
CO_Silek says:
All: Now.. I believe the Range Master will be impatient... Here are the teams
CSO_Ray says:
:: nods his congrats::
CEO_Hixxan says:
::Smiles and wonders what the Captain is talking about, warp bubble::
OPS_Rhiems says:
::watches in awe... first time in the presence of a hero::
CMO_Seti says:
::Nods to the FCO then pays attention to the CO::
CIV_Ahkileez says:
::glances at the lieutenant and goes back to his simmering::
CO_Silek says:
XO/OPS/CIV/CMO: You'll be on the Shiloh in Team Alpha
XO_Ashworth says:
::nods in agreement::
CMO_Seti says:
::Falls behind the XO::
CO_Silek says:
FCO/CEO/TO/CSO: You'll be in the shuttle Magellan with myself
OPS_Rhiems says:
::falls into the appropriate group::
CEO_Hixxan says:
::Nods and wonders what will happen to the other team::
TO_Khorgh says:
CO: Aye, Sir. ::stands by his group::
CIV_Ahkileez says:
::smiles sourly:: Self: Ahh, give me the doctor. The old man probably has no faith in me..
Ben_RNG_MSTR says:
COMM: Ganymede: Weather on the Southern Pole is as Follows: Temp. -45F Winds 60km/h Heavy snowfall
CO_Silek says:
All: The Mission Leader will be Lt Harlok and Commander Ashworth will lead her Team. But Mr. Harlok is in charge of the Mission
CMO_Seti says:
::Looks at the CIV::
FCO_Harlok says:
::Frowns as the weather report comes in... then looks at Silek in horror::
XO_Ashworth says:
::nods in agreement::
CIV_Ahkileez says:
::shivers at the weather::
OPS_Rhiems says:
::smiles, thinks:  good to be back in the cold arctic weather of northern Alaska::
CO_Silek says:
FCO: Mr. Harlok... you may proceed...
CMO_Seti says:
::Stands firm, cold does not bother him::
CEO_Hixxan says:
::Wonders how the crew is going to react to the cold temperatures. He looks over to the CO and wishes to ask a question but keeps his mouth shut for the time being::
FCO_Harlok says:
::Nods numbly then licks his lips:: CO: Hai. ALL: Ok folks, let's board and check your equipment.
CO_Silek says:
$:: steps into the shuttle Magellan ::
TO_Khorgh says:
$:: follows the CO::
XO_Ashworth says:
@Alpha Team:  Let's get going. ::grabs her gear and heads to the Shiloh::
FCO_Harlok says:
$::Follows Silek and takes the Pilot's chair::
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::enters the Shiloh::
CMO_Seti says:
@ ::Takes his seat in the shuttle and prepares for the training mission::
CEO_Hixxan says:
$ ::Follows the Captain and carries on several small cases of engineering and medical equipment::
CIV_Ahkileez says:
$::hefts his equipment pack easily, taking his parka out in advance and slipping it on::
XO_Ashworth says:
@ ::as she enters the shuttle:  OPS:  You take the helm.
OPS_Rhiems says:
@ ::sits down into the shuttles pilot seat...  feels a rush of adrenaline, and then gets a bit nervous::  XO: aye sir
CEO_Hixxan says:
$ Out loud: Does anyone on our shuttle team have medical experience? ::Notices they have a SCI officer, a tactical officer and a pilot::
CSO_Ray says:
$:: enters shuttlecraft and takes SCI::
TO_Khorgh says:
$ ::checks all equipment::
FCO_Harlok says:
$ COMM: Shiloh: Magellan to Shiloh, stay on my eight and follow me in. Also watch that slipstream it can be tricky.
CEO_Hixxan says:
$ ::Sits down and runs checks on his instruments and repair devises::
CIV_Ahkileez says:
@ ::heads inside the shuttle and stores his pack in the back:: ::Tries to remember her name:: XO: Mission parameters have changed, Commander?
OPS_Rhiems says:
@ COMM: Magellan:  Magellan, roger that.  We are ready to proceed  ::looks back to XO to confirm::
XO_Ashworth says:
@ COMM:  FCO:  Understood and Good luck
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::runs over the flight plan one last time::
CMO_Seti says:
$ Monitors the weather situation then reviews his supplies for frost bite medication::
CO_Silek says:
$ :: chooses the warmest parka available before sitting down ::
XO_Ashworth says:
@ OPS:  Relax and you will do fine.  I have faith in you
OPS_Rhiems says:
@ ::smiles, comfortably::  XO:  thanks sir
FCO_Harlok says:
$ *Bridge* Magellan is ready for launch at your clearance. ::Revs up the engines and glances at his team to see if they're ready::
CEO_Hixxan says:
$ ::Places on a heated parka and closes it around him::
CIV_Ahkileez says:
@ ::finds a chair and slips into it, making a show of pulling on the crash webbing::
OPS_Rhiems says:
@ ::powers up the shuttle, monitoring the Magellan::
OPS_Jones says:
*FCO*: You are cleared for departure
XO_Ashworth says:
@ ALL on Shiloh:  Be sure to bundle up, I don't want to see any frostbite ::she smiles::
Ben_RNG_MSTR says:
:: adds 3 demerits for lateness::
FCO_Harlok says:
$ Beta Team: Hold on and put your tray table up. ::Launches Magellan and arcs for the Southern Pole::
XO_Ashworth says:
@ OPS:  Take us out, nice and easy.
OPS_Rhiems says:
@ *Bridge*  Shiloh ready for launch  ::after awaiting clearance codes, follows the Magellan out::
CEO_Hixxan says:
$::Holds onto his seat:: CSO: Is the Lieutenant always this eager to fly a shuttle? ::Smiles::
CO_Silek says:
$ :: shivers as he thinks of the cold ::
TO_Khorgh says:
$::sits comfortably in the chair ::
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::monitors course, speed, and sensors carefully, paying no attention to the inside of the shuttle::
CSO_Ray says:
$CEO: always
CIV_Ahkileez says:
@ ::spies the frozen wasteland on the lower part of the planet and starts to whisper something softly to himself::
FCO_Harlok says:
$ COMM: Ganymede: Magellan away and heading for coordinates 000.4 x 000.001z. ::Angles the craft and checks the weather pattern::
Ben_RNG_MSTR says:
COMM: CO: You have out lived your time allowance.
XO_Ashworth says:
@OPS:  Set for heading 000.4 x 000.001z
CEO_Hixxan says:
$CSO: Now I remember why I chose to not become a pilot...::Thinks and then holds out his hand:: ...oh, I'm Lt. Cmdr Hixxan...and you are Lieutenant Ray, correct?
OPS_Rhiems says:
@XO:  this is my first actual shuttle flight, outside the simulators...  I hope it’s not too bumpy
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::follows XO's orders to the letter::
XO_Ashworth says:
@OPS:  Just do your best
CO_Silek says:
$ COMM: Range Master: Sir... we are arriving at the coordinates at this time.
CIV_Ahkileez says:
::leans back in his chair and hardens his appearance, glancing at the CMO periodically::
CMO_Seti says:
@XO: Shall I inject the team with a Thermal Inducer to protect us from the bitter cold, sir?

Action: The wind speed increases as the shuttles descend

OPS_Rhiems says:
@:: makes all attempts to slow down descent::
XO_Ashworth says:
@CMO:  Use your best judgment
CSO_Ray says:
$CEO: correct, it is a pleasure to meet you
OPS_Rhiems says:
@ XO:  sir, wind patterns will make for a rough landing
CMO_Seti says:
@XO: Aye
FCO_Harlok says:
$ ::Dives the Magellan down into the atmosphere and punches through the cloud cover to skim along the surface:: Self: Hang on folks... a little bumpy here.
CMO_Seti says:
@CIV: Let me see your neck
CIV_Ahkileez says:
@ ::REB:: CMO: For what?
CMO_Seti says:
::Injects the CIV to protect him form the Cold::
CEO_Hixxan says:
$CSO: My pleasure entirely. I have hopes of getting to know the senior staff very soon. ::Holds onto his seat:: Though I feel I might want to avoid Lt. Harlok while he is in the pilot's seat...
FCO_Harlok says:
$ ::Fires the Landing thrusters and sets down::
TO_Khorgh says:
$::checks the straps of the backpack and sees that the equipment is secured::
CMO_Seti says:
CIV: To help you with the cold
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::tries to keep up with Magellan, but falls a little behind::
CMO_Seti says:
@XO: Your next
XO_Ashworth says:
@OPS:  Go steady
CIV_Ahkileez says:
@::sneers and rubs his neck:: CMO: I do not like to be poked, doctor.
XO_Ashworth says:
@CMO:  All right
CMO_Seti says:
@::Injects the XO::
FCO_Harlok says:
$ COMM: Ganymede: Magellan to Ganymede Beta Team down.
OPS_Rhiems says:
@CMO:  doctor, could you wait till we land to administer the drug to me please...
CO_Silek says:
$ :: nods as the shuttle prepares touches down ::
CMO_Seti says:
@OPS: That I can do
CEO_Hixxan says:
::Bundles up some more and tries to set up his equipment in as little space as possible::
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::shortly after Magellan touches down the Shiloh does,  forgets procedure and does not contact the Ganymede::
TO_Khorgh says:
$:: thinks he is ready for everything::
OPS_Rhiems says:
@CMO:  thanks doc, ready now  ::grins::
CMO_Seti says:
@CIV: I am sorry that you don’t like to be poked but when you get back to the ship, you’re due for your physical
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::laughs quietly::
FCO_Harlok says:
$ ::Shuts down shuttle and swivels and checks on the Shiloh::
Ben_RNG_MSTR says:
:: Waits for these flying aces to disembark the shuttles::
CMO_Seti says:
@::Looks at the CIV and controls a slight grin::
FCO_Harlok says:
$ CO: Sir, should we deploy now?
CIV_Ahkileez says:
::glances at the CMO but says nothing. "Not going to get me in that dungeon you torturers call sickbay"::
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::stands and shoulders equipment pack after putting on parka::
CEO_Hixxan says:
$::Stands and picks up his three cases of equipment and attempts to navigate his way safely to the exit of the shuttle once they are cleared to leave.
CO_Silek says:
$FCO: You are in charge Mr. Harlok.. it is your say.
XO_Ashworth says:
@ALL:  All right, let's get moving, the Range Master is a finicky person, we better get going
TO_Khorgh says:
$:: Stand up carefully not to bump his head::
XO_Ashworth says:
@::she exits the shuttle::
CMO_Seti says:
@OPS: One moment Ensign, ::Injects OPS::
Ben_RNG_MSTR says:
CO: Have your people group here in front of me please
CSO_Ray says:
$:: puts on pack securely after pulling out tricorder and attaching type two phaser to his belt::
CMO_Seti says:
@::Exits the shuttle::
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::takes up the rear::  CMO:  thanks
FCO_Harlok says:
$ ::mutters something vile in Japanese:: ALL: Ok, let's move out. TO: Khorgh set up a perimeter and scan for anything nasty.
TO_Khorgh says:
$FCO: Aye, sir.
CEO_Hixxan says:
$::Smiles and heads out of the shuttle carrying his pack and two shoulder packs of equipment::
CO_Silek says:
$ :: moves to the equipment locker and retrieves his weapons and tricorder then steps outside ::
CMO_Seti says:
@::Pulls out his tricorder and begins to scan the area:: XO: What is our exact mission here, sir
CIV_Ahkileez says:
@::exits the shuttle last and grabs his pack, shrugging his equipment case on::
TO_Khorgh says:
$:takes out the tricorder and scans the area::
FCO_Harlok says:
$ ::Scan beta team for any "extras" they might have brought::
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::monitors tricorder for unusual readings::
Ben_RNG_MSTR says:
ALL: C'mon let's move it will ya? I got a hot tub waiting for me
XO_Ashworth says:
@CMO:  Don't know, that's why we are here.
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::continues to monitor tricorder, to get an edge, while following team members::
CEO_Hixxan says:
$::Places two of the packs down. He takes a deep breath of the crisp air, sighs and picks up the pack to follow the Range Master::
CIV_Ahkileez says:
@ ::stands immobile in the brittle cold::
CO_Silek says:
$ :: steps in from of the Range Master :: ALL: Prepare for briefing. Range Master: It is agreeable to see you again Sir.
FCO_Harlok says:
$ ::Takes his place in the freezing cold with Beta team and scowls at the RNG_MSTR through his goggles::
TO_Khorgh says:
$FCO: Nothing in the area, yet
CMO_Seti says:
@::Hears the RM and thinks to himself, I got something hot waiting on me too, but NO, I have to be here getting frost bite on my Vulcan backside::
XO_Ashworth says:
@::goes to where the Range Master is::
CMO_Seti says:
@::Follows the XO::
XO_Ashworth says:
@Alpha:  Alpha Team, fall in
CSO_Ray says:
$steps up to RM::
Ben_RNG_MSTR says:
CO: It would have been more agreeable if you got your herd here on time for once Sir
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::puts tricorder away before briefing starts::
FCO_Harlok says:
$ ::Nods at   TO and whispers:: TO: There will be. Stay sharp.
CO_Silek says:
$ :: nods ::Range Master: Understood Sir
CIV_Ahkileez says:
@ ::makes no real attempt to join the others::
TO_Khorgh says:
$::Nods to FCO in acknowledgment::
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::discomfort with the way the Range Master is treating CO becoming somewhat apparent in stance and facial expression::
CMO_Seti says:
@::Looks behind him:: CIV: Pick up the pace Ensign
XO_Ashworth says:
@CIV:  Mr. Ahkileez, move it.
Ben_RNG_MSTR says:
ALL: OK girlies.. your mission is to simply survive this exercise.
CEO_Hixxan says:
$::Glares at the range master from under his layers of clothing and goggles. Chilled breath can be seen coming from his mouth::
CO_Silek says:
$ :: wraps his parka more tightly around himself ::
CIV_Ahkileez says:
@ ::sniffs and steps up behind Seti, clipping the chest locks on his pack::
Ben_RNG_MSTR says:
ALL: Alpha team will start in a Westerly direction and Beta to The East
CMO_Seti says:
::Raises an Eye Brow:: Self: Girlies? Where is this guy from? New York
CEO_Hixxan says:
@Self: I think I can survive most of what he can deal out in this wasteland...
FCO_Harlok says:
$ ::Wonders what bar-b-qued Rang Master is like::
XO_Ashworth says:
@::nods::
CIV_Ahkileez says:
@::looks thru the wispy clouds  to find the sun then finds west::
CEO_Hixxan says:
$::Turns his head and looks off into the east and wonders what's out there for them to find::
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::stands at attention, feeling the weight of the pack::
CMO_Seti says:
@::Takes out his Tricorder to get his location::
TO_Khorgh says:
$:: takes a fast glance of the surroundings::
CO_Silek says:
$ :: looks to the east then returns his attention to the Range Master ::
Ben_RNG_MSTR says:
All: there is a cabin located approx. 150 km from this spot in each of your directions. The first team to obtain their objective will be allowed 25 additional days of leave this year
CMO_Seti says:
@XO: That will be us, the "A-Team"
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::looks up in anticipation    thinks:  be great to get back home to see my brother::
XO_Ashworth says:
@CMO:  Let's hope so
FCO_Harlok says:
$ ::Eyes bows go up. 25 extra days! grins wickedly::
Ben_RNG_MSTR says:
All: The loser  gives up  25 days of his/her accrued leave for this year
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::thoughts of home vanish quickly, followed by an emptiness::
XO_Ashworth says:
@::blinks::
Ben_RNG_MSTR says:
ALL: Fair is fair
FCO_Harlok says:
$ ::Blinks then rolls his eyes. Figures::
TO_Khorgh says:
$:: looks at his team members::
CEO_Hixxan says:
$::Looks over and sees the TO and wonders what's going through his team's mind::
CO_Silek says:
$ :: nods at the Range Master ::
Ben_RNG_MSTR says:
All: You have exactly 5 std. days to complete your mission or sooner
CMO_Seti says:
@Self: 150km can be done in three if we double-time it
Ben_RNG_MSTR says:
ALL: You have joined us at the equinox. tonight is the longest night on the pole and will remain dark for the next six months
CMO_Seti says:
@Self: Just great
CEO_Hixxan says:
$Self: 6 months? This would not be the time to get lost...
Ben_RNG_MSTR says:
ALL: So I would suggest you start walking now
XO_Ashworth says:
@::groans inwardly::
Ben_RNG_MSTR says:
CO: Sir. Good luck
CMO_Seti says:
@Alpha Team: Lets get a move on
XO_Ashworth says:
@::turns to her team::  Alpha Team:  Let's go
CO_Silek says:
$ Range Master: Thank you Sir. FCO: Mr. Harlok ?
TO_Khorgh says:
$::looks to the FCO:: FCO: your orders??
CIV_Ahkileez says:
@ ::looks in his pack for something::

Action: the sun begins to set on yet another beautiful day on Benning

FCO_Harlok says:
$ ::Nods at the RNG_MSTR:: CO: Hai! ALL: Betas let's move!
CMO_Seti says:
@::Takes out his tricorder and begins to head west at double time::
CO_Silek says:
$ :: follows the FCO ::
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::removes snow shoes from back of pack, and puts them on::
CIV_Ahkileez says:
@ ::pulls out a length of fiber cord:: XO: Here. Lash the team together. ::heads off ahead::
CEO_Hixxan says:
$::Looks over to the FCO and CO:: FCO: Understood...::Picks up his packs and begins to head in the eastern direction::
TO_Khorgh says:
$:: takes out tricorder and scans the area again , follows the CO::
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::concentrates on seeing through the snow and following team members::
FCO_Harlok says:
$ CSO: Ray you Navigate, keep us on course. TO: Your point. CEO: uhm... Commander anything in those bags that could help?
CSO_Ray says:
$:: uses an Indian warming trick he had been taught long ago::
XO_Ashworth says:
@::follows behind her team::
CEO_Hixxan says:
$FCO: I have some supplies for an extended stay, small flares and heating units but nothing significant.
CMO_Seti says:
@Takes the lead

Action: The shuttles return to the ship, and the Range Master transports to his waiting hot tub

CEO_Hixxan says:
$Beta: We'll have to make a temporary shelter each night...
TO_Khorgh says:
$FCO: I would suggest sending somebody forward to scout the area, I'd like to volunteer, sir
CSO_Ray says:
$All: ::points:: that way
FCO_Harlok says:
$ TO: Not too far though. a sudden snowstorm and we'll lose you.
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::uses tricorder to get fixed locations on combadges, and leaves the program running in the background::
CMO_Seti says:
@CIV: Mr. Ahkileez, continue to scan the area for any wild life and other threats while we proceed
TO_Khorgh says:
$FCO: we could use the tricorder to work as a locking device, sir.
FCO_Harlok says:
$ CEO: That'll help. How long can will our suits hold up at night?
CEO_Hixxan says:
$::Thinks:: FCO: Actually...::Pulls out his tricorder and taps a few commands into it:: Sir, we can use our tricorders to amplify the COMM badge's transponder system, use it to keep everyone together...
CSO_Ray says:
$TO: our orders were to work as a team
XO_Ashworth says:
@ALL:    Good idea you take point Doctor, Mr. Rhiems, you follow and Mr. Ahkileez next and me in the back.
FCO_Harlok says:
$ TO/CEO: Do it. But have a back up plan in case our tech goes down.

Action: The snow begins to cover all traces of footsteps behind the teams

OPS_Rhiems says:
@XO:  aye sir.   ::follows approx. 2 feet behind CMO::
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::quickens pace and follows less than a foot behind::
CEO_Hixxan says:
$FCO: Several hours at best without a shelter...TO: Ensign...wait up...
CMO_Seti says:
@::Feels the snow blow into his face and he covers his face up and continues to move forward::
TO_Khorgh says:
$FCO: Aye, sir
CIV_Ahkileez says:
@::starts to get blinded by the snow and pinches the special muscles around his eyes to slip the nictating membranes in place::
XO_Ashworth says:
@::begins to shiver some, she misses her husband's warm embrace::
FCO_Harlok says:
$ CO: Sir, I'd like you to be in charge of Survival Ops. I'd like you in charge of supplies and... uh any suggestions Sir? ::Looks hopefully::
CEO_Hixxan says:
$::Walks up beside the TO::
TO_Khorgh says:
$::starts jogging until the tricorder indicates that he is 100m in front of the group::
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::takes out standard issue hand warmer, and holsters tricorder with the combadge program running with beeping warning if anyone dallies too far behind::
CEO_Hixxan says:
$Beta: Everyone keep the heaters in your parkas at a minimum no matter how cold you are, we'll need to converse energy for the colder nights...
CIV_Ahkileez says:
@ ::trudges through the snow::
XO_Ashworth says:
@CMO:  If anything happens to me, you are in command of the Alpha team.
CMO_Seti says:
@::Keeps his phaser in his hand just in case::
CEO_Hixxan says:
$::Forces his way through the snow and wind:: TO: See anything Ensign?
FCO_Harlok says:
$ ::Adjusts his heater::
CMO_Seti says:
@XO: Understood Commander
TO_Khorgh says:
$CEO: No sir.... just snow.
CO_Silek says:
$ :: follows the group and concentrates his bodily functions to keep warm ::
CMO_Seti says:
@XO: Uh, nothing is going to happen to you, I will see to that
CIV_Ahkileez says:
@ ::curses Starfleet loudly in the howling wind for bringing him into this frozen hell::
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::puts away hand warmer and takes out phaser after noticing CMO's readiness::
CEO_Hixxan says:
$TO: Keep your eyes open and report anything...FCO: Lieutenant Harlok before the sun sets completely we'll need to prepare camp.
CMO_Seti says:
@OPS/CIV: Be ready for anything, there is wild animals and no telling what the RM has in mind
XO_Ashworth says:
@CMO:  Nonetheless Doctor, you are my second in command.
TO_Khorgh says:
$CEO: Aye sir.
FCO_Harlok says:
$ ::Looks around and nods:: CEO: Right, have Khorgh find us a nice sheltered spot and we'll pitch camp.
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::blood pressure and heart rate increases after CMO's warning::  CMO:  no kidding?  or you just trying to scare a poor man's soul?
CMO_Seti says:
XO: Understood
CEO_Hixxan says:
$TO: Did you hear that Ensign? ::Presses forward and then stops briefly to pull out several wrist lights and dispenses them to the team::
CMO_Seti says:
@OPS: No I don’t do that, the RM is known for his "Evilness" and there is wild animals here as well, I have been here before
CEO_Hixxan says:
$Beta: We'll need these soon...

Action: The cold is affecting the Tricorder interlay sheets causing erratic readings

TO_Khorgh says:
$::shouts:: CEO: Yes, sir!
CMO_Seti says:
@XO: My tricorder is going crazy, the cold is affecting the interlay sheets, sir
CIV_Ahkileez says:
@::stops for a second and frowns at his tricorder::
CO_Silek says:
$: FCO: Mr. Harlok.. the tricorder readings are becoming erratic.
TO_Khorgh says:
$CEO: The tricorders start to malfunction .....
FCO_Harlok says:
$ CSO: Ray can you make out where that blasted cabin is?
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::pulls out tricorder to see if problem exists in this one too::
FCO_Harlok says:
$ ALL: CLOSE IN! ::Waves everyone in:: CO: Can we clear it up?
CEO_Hixxan says:
$::Turns his back to the TO:: TO: In the top compartment there should be 3 heating disks, they won't work perfectly but they should prevent the tricorders from failing for a time.
CO_Silek says:
$ :: shakes head :: FCO: Negative...not at this time
TO_Khorgh says:
$::returns to the group:: FCO: Sir, if we camp near the rock formation we can heat one or two stones with our phasers
CIV_Ahkileez says:
@ ::clips his tricorder on his waist again in disgust and keeps going::
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::screams and drops tricorder::
FCO_Harlok says:
$ ::Scans the horizon:: TO: Where?
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::stops and bends over,  cuddling arm::
CMO_Seti says:
@::Turns and runs:: OPS: What is the problem
CIV_Ahkileez says:
@ ::walks on into the blinding white and dark::
CSO_Ray says:
$FCO: Too much interference, my guess is 13 degrees west
CMO_Seti says:
@ALL: Halt
OPS_Rhiems says:
@CMO:  I don't know  :stutters from pain::  it just started to hurt
XO_Ashworth says:
@::follows closely behind everyone in her team::
CEO_Hixxan says:
::Shrugs his shoulders as the TO walks away and then places his phaser in it's pouch and heads towards the rest of the team::
CMO_Seti says:
@::Scans OPS but his tricorder is messing up:: OPS: Where does it hurt
FCO_Harlok says:
$ ::Nods at Ray:: CSO: Your equipment has priority Ray. You’re our guide dog.
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::slowly bends arm...::  CMO:  it sure hurts a lot
TO_Khorgh says:
$FCO: about 9 km from here, sir
OPS_Rhiems says:
@CMO:  at the joint and forearm...
CEO_Hixxan says:
$Beta: We can make it to the formation but our equipment will be dead if we use it for that long, we'll have to go on gut instinct...

Action: Snow slides can be heard off in the distance. The snowfall is masking the direction it comes from

TO_Khorgh says:
$FCO: with your permission I will rejoin the CEO, sir
CMO_Seti says:
@::Takes a look at his forearm:: OPS: Let me give you some Ampao for the pain ::Injects OPS::
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::thinks about the shoreleave::  CMO:  Thanks...   I think I am ok... I can probably continue...
FCO_Harlok says:
$ ::Nods:: ALL: OK. We can't rely on our tech. So use the buddy system. TO: Good.
CIV_Ahkileez says:
@ ::hears the rumbling off ahead in the frigid dry ear:: Self: That's not good...
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::concentrates on mission, rather than the pain::
TO_Khorgh says:
$::rejoins the CEO approx. 100m in front of group::
CEO_Hixxan says:
$TO: I guess that means we take point...::Smiles::
CMO_Seti says:
@OPS: Yes you can ::Turns and takes point again:: All: Lets proceed
CO_Silek says:
$ :: listens intently to the sound and tries to pinpoint the source ::
FCO_Harlok says:
$ CSO: Ray you and the CO team up. I'll try to be the link between you guys... and stay in sight of each other!
OPS_Rhiems says:
@All:  sorry about that folks  ::feels rather embarrassed::
TO_Khorgh says:
$CEO: Yes.. sir.
CIV_Ahkileez says:
@::stops and turns, looking back at the hand lights flicking in the snow, then turns and heads on::
CSO_Ray says:
$::nods:: yes sir :: joins the CO::
CEO_Hixxan says:
$TO: We don't want to get to far ahead...::Slows his pace slightly:: Now, we need to find a way to keep up food supplies, any suggestions?
XO_Ashworth says:
@ALL:  Make sure we are tied together securely.
FCO_Harlok says:
$ ::Wipes the frost off his tricorder and guesses the distance to the outcropping:: ALL: Ok, let's move out we've got 9 clicks till we can camp.
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::continues walking ON the snow    self:  man, these snowshoes make it so much easier::
CEO_Hixxan says:
$::Activates his wrist light and hopes that is can give him some added vision in the shifting snow that blocks his view::
CO_Silek says:
$ :: stays close to CSO Ray while maintaining the FCO in sight ::
TO_Khorgh says:
$CEO: I think out first priority should be to keep us warm, the standard issue food rations should be sufficient.

Action: The snow beneath Alpha Team gives way under the weight and they plummet into a deep crevasse

FCO_Harlok says:
$ ::Makes sure he can see both CO/CSO and TO/CEO teams::
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::groans and stands up::
CMO_Seti says:
@::Falls fast:: Self: Just great

Action: the team is tangled in the web of their ropes as they fall

CIV_Ahkileez says:
@ ::hears the massive crash and turns around:: Self: Oh no!
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::holds previously injured arm::   all:  everyone ok?
CIV_Ahkileez says:
@ ::runs back to where he last saw the team::
CEO_Hixxan says:
$TO: Sufficient for a day or two, but not all races can survive on that...::Smiles:: I hope that I have sufficient supplies to help build a temporary shelter...
TO_Khorgh says:
$::looks back to see if he can see the FCO::
XO_Ashworth says:
@::thinks not again::
CMO_Seti says:
@XO/OPS/CIV: Are you ok
OPS_Rhiems says:
@CMO:  fine here sir.  you ok?
XO_Ashworth says:
@CMO:  I'm fine.
TO_Khorgh says:
$ CEO if we can only get to the rock formation .... we would have one side save from the elements
CO_Silek says:
$ :: maintains a steady pace in the snow ::
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::loses balance shortly after standing... looking at the tangled mess of ropes::
FCO_Harlok says:
$ ::Trudges along and wonders why the captain hates him so::
CIV_Ahkileez says:
@::drops his pack back from the edge and slides over to the edge:: All: Is everyone alive?
CEO_Hixxan says:
$TO: Agreed, and we will be able to dig a small space under the snow formations to give protection from the wind...::Remembers his survival training from the academy::
OPS_Rhiems says:
@CIV:  ya, we are all ok down here...
OPS_Rhiems says:
@CIV:  ::looking around::  you see any quick ways out of here?
CMO_Seti says:
@CIV: Do you have another rope
CEO_Hixxan says:
$TO: I believe I have minor heating elements in my cases. We can use those and the protection from the wind to allow the heating units in our parkas to rest and recharge for a time...
CIV_Ahkileez says:
@ All: I don't have another rope. But if you're safe enough, untie one end and try to toss it up to me.
FCO_Harlok says:
$ ::Checks the horizon and then the time:: CO: Sir, how much supplies do we have?
TO_Khorgh says:
$CEO: the important thing is we have water .... ::smiles::... plenty of it
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::thinks, this would be so much easier with the use of transporters, but I guess that’s the point::
CMO_Seti says:
@CIV: The sides are too icy to climb out
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::attempts to climb up the side of the crevasse, slipping back down::
CO_Silek says:
$ FCO: I believe our supplies should last us if we do not go over our estimated time of arrival
CEO_Hixxan says:
$::Smiles:: TO: A little too much for comfort...much of it will probably need to be purified for safety...if we even have that luxury.
CIV_Ahkileez says:
@ ::frowns:: All: Do you have any tools?
XO_Ashworth says:
@::looks around in the crevasse ::
CMO_Seti says:
@::Takes out his SF Issued Flash light and looks around::
FCO_Harlok says:
$ ::grunts in agreement:: CO: You know Sir... I'm not sure I'm cut out for this. ::Frowns in worry::
CO_Silek says:
$ FCO: It is a beginning Mr. Harlok
 CO_Silek says:
$  FCO: Perhaps a makeshift igloo for a shelter could be made ?
OPS_Rhiems says:
@XO:  we could use a phaser and melt holes in the ice... make kind of a ladder
FCO_Harlok says:
$ ::Looks up and smirks:: CO: Thanks. You think the CEO has been trained to make an igloo?
CEO_Hixxan says:
$::Tries to keep his mind off the snow:: TO: Changing subjects...so, do you have any family in Starfleet...
CMO_Seti says:
@XO/OPS: Looks like we are about 10 meters down
CIV_Ahkileez says:
@ ::hears the words drifting up from the crevasse:: All: NO! No phasers! You'll cause another collapse!
OPS_Rhiems says:
@::discards the idea after CIV's advise::
CO_Silek says:
$ FCO: In theory we all have our basic survival from the academy... it is different from person to person who retained the information.
XO_Ashworth says:
@ALL:  You heard him, no phasers.
TO_Khorgh says:
$::wonders what the CEO is thinking:: CEO: Me?? No, sir ... I am an only-child and my parent live near the Klingon-Romulan border
CSO_Ray says:
$All: Anything that keeps the wind off us will certainly help is in such a matter
FCO_Harlok says:
$ ::Grunts and checks his team again:: CO: Maybe we should have taken the shuttle.
CEO_Hixxan says:
$::Looks the FCO up and down:: FCO: I am guessing that is there you're family has descended from?
OPS_Rhiems says:
@XO:  what about hacking away any sharp objects... we could destroy my snowshoes and make ice picks  ::Cringes at thought::

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