Host AGM_Selan says:
U.S.S. Paula Greene Stardate 10101.13 "Everyday People" Episode One

Cast of Characters

Captain Cromwell		AGM Dave
XO Amendoeira			AGM Sergio
CNS Richardson		GM Cheryl
FCO Baptiste			FM Jim
CMO Biishe			AGM Karrianna
OPS Owens			AGM Chris N.
CEO Hull				AGM John G.
CSO Raal				PR Eric
CIV	 B’lee				AGM Brian P.
CTO Ryan				Training AGM Darlene
FMS, Masked Operatives,
Female in compound		AGM Mike Jones

Host AGM_Selan says:
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Host CO_Cromwell says:
::On the Bridge in the Big Chair looking at the newly washed carpeting and remembering that it really wasn't that dirty::

CTO_Ryan says:
::Standing on the Bridge at the tactical station monitoring long-range sensors::

OPS_Owens says:
::At Operations transferring control to the Mission Ops console behind TAC::

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: The Galaxy Class Starship, Paula Greene fresh from the Starbase, is eight minutes out of the planet Yarth.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Sits in the XO’s chair beside the Captain::

FCO_Baptiste says:
::Sitting down at flight control console::

CEO_Hull says:
::In Main Engineering, looking over the Mission Briefing thinking of ways to get down into the mine::

CMO_Biishe says:
::In Sickbay, going over the supply list with nurse Angel::

CTO_Ryan says:
::Taps a few buttons on the console adjusting the sensors::

CNS_Richardson says:
::On Bridge, making her way towards the Ops Station::

OPS_Owens says:
::Stands from Ops and moves to the back of the Bridge to the Mission Ops terminal passing the CNS::  CNS: Greetings, Counselor.

CIV_B`lee says:
::In the shuttle control center prepping a pair of shuttles in case they are needed on Yarth::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
All: Report.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Turns his attention to his chair monitor, watching for the latest status reports::

FCO_Baptiste says:
CO: ETA 7 minutes to the Yarth system.

CNS_Richardson says:
::Nods:: Owens: Have you been able to pull up anything on the Free Space Movement?

OPS_Owens says:
CO: Sir, I've acquired the layout for the facility from the databanks but the mines themselves are going to be a problem since they are expanded almost daily.  The rest I'm still waiting on from Starfleet Command.

CTO_Ryan says:
CO: Long-range scans are clear.

CMO_Biishe says:
*XO* Sickbay stands ready.

CTO_Ryan says:
CO: Weapons and shield systems at full power.

OPS_Owens says:
::Shakes his head at the CNS::  CNS: Negative.  It seems as though Starfleet has never heard of them before.  I don't know how you are going to make a profile of them.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
*CMO* Acknowledged.

CEO_Hull says:
*XO* Sir, this is Lt. Hull, I think if we reconfigure the secondary hull's lower phaser emitter to bore into the planets plates, we can bore down near one of the mine shafts and beam down right into the mine area

CNS_Richardson says:
::Smiles a little ruefully:: Owens: Hopefully, Starfleet will come through with some more information on them.

CIV_B`lee says:
::Goes through each shuttle's weapons locker to ensure the phasers and phaser rifles are properly charged::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
*CEO* Get a team on it Chief.  If we need it, we will use it.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
All: Do we have any idea where the hostages are being held?

FCO_Baptiste says:
CO: Ready to drop to impulse for approach.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
All: Probably in an area where they can keep close surveillance and away from key systems.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
FCO: Drop to impulse.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
TAC: Full sensor sweep

CEO_Hull says:
*XO* Aye, Sir.  It will most likely take 20 minutes or so.  Hull, out.

CTO_Ryan says:
CO: Aye, Sir.

FCO_Baptiste says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  ::Pushes the needed buttons::

CIV_B`lee says:
::Sways slightly on his feet as he feels the ship drop to impulse::

OPS_Owens says:
::Pulls up the display at Mission Ops::  CNS: It seems the facility itself has twelve levels.  Five are above ground while the two lowest levels extend into the mine.  ::Pointing at the display::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
OPS: Can you locate the widest area on the base?  One that is clear of any critical systems?

CIV_B`lee says:
::Head quickly for the shuttle control center and activates the repeater stations there::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CO: Sir, how do you want to handle this?

CNS_Richardson says:
::Sits down at an unoccupied station, and starts searching for anything that might give them information on the New Space Movement, when Owens speaks; moves over to look at his display, as he points::

FCO_Baptiste says:
::Plots an orbit about the planet Yarth ::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
OPS: Reduce all non-essential energy output.  Let's make our signature as small as possible.

FCO_Baptiste says:
XO: Orbital course plotted and laid in.

OPS_Owens says:
CNS: There seems to be four entrances... ::Hearing the XO::  XO: Sir,  ::Points to an area on the display::  I believe this is likely the widest section, the one you are looking for.

CNS_Richardson says:
::Studies the layout of the facility, listening::

CEO_Hull says:
::Looks over at the Duty Engineer:: Riley: Get your team down to the Phaser Bank Controls on deck 10 and reconfigure the lower emitters for boring.  On the double Ensign!

Host CO_Cromwell says:
XO: Good question.  Do we know what these terrorists want?

CTO_Ryan says:
CO: Scans of the planet indicate a Class M atmosphere, various plant life, and no superior intelligent species are indicated.

OPS_Owens says:
::Nods at the CO and makes the requested adjustments::

CEO_Hull says:
<Riley>: CEO: Aye, Sir!  ::Grabs his team and heads for the turbolift::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CTO/OPS: Try to locate the best way to get there, covertly.

CIV_B`lee says:
::Hears the power to the shuttlebay decrease and looks up to see tertiary systems going offline::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Shakes his head:: CO: Not according to the last Intel from Starfleet Command.

CTO_Ryan says:
XO: Aye, Sir.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CO: Don't you want to try and talk to them first, find out what they want?

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: The Paula Greene has dropped out of warp in the system in which Yarth is located and now proceeds to enter orbit.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
XO: Indeed.  We'll have to at least hear them out.

CTO_Ryan says:
CO: Trying to locate the hostages now, Sir.

OPS_Owens says:
XO/CTO: Furthermore, this widest point is directly between an entrance 1/4 mile to the west and another entrance 1/4 mile to the east.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
XO: But first, let's get as much information as we can from orbit.

FCO_Baptiste says:
CO: Beginning orbital maneuvers now.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
CTO: Good.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Nods:: OPS: What's the sensor potential on the base, can they pick us up in orbit?

CTO_Ryan says:
CO: Scans reveal a transporter inhibitor field activated around the compound, however not around the mines themselves.

CNS_Richardson says:
::Studies the schematics, still listening to Owens::

CIV_B`lee says:
::Stands and heads out of the shuttlebay now that he sees both shuttles are prepped and ready::

OPS_Owens says:
::Nods at the XO::  XO: I believe they very likely could, Sir.  The facility must have at least the most basic ground based sensors.  I would say it's safe to assume so, Sir.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
CTO: Where is the greatest number of life forms concentrated?

CTO_Ryan says:
CO: I guess that leaves out trying to transport into the main compound.  We will probably need to transport into one of the abandoned mines.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CO: If they know we're here, we best contact them soon otherwise they might think we are trying to sneak up on them and do something rash.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
OPS: Any indication they know we're here?

CTO_Ryan says:
CO: Scans are also being hampered by a peculiar dampening field surrounding the compound making it difficult to scan for life signs.  However I am picking up several Vulcan life forms.

OPS_Owens says:
::Nods agreeing with the CTO::

CTO_Ryan says:
CO: Feeding this information into our database, I've discovered there was only one Vulcan assigned to the mining team.

OPS_Owens says:
::Pulls up the sensor systems::  CO: I am not reading any signs of passive or otherwise scans yet, Sir.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
::Thinks: Dampening fields.  I hate dampening fields::

CMO_Biishe says:
::Hands the report back to Angel::

CIV_B`lee says:
::Heads down the surprisingly empty corridors::

CTO_Ryan says:
CO: There is also one Vulcan life sign located in the Main Office area of the compound.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CTO: Are you suggesting the terrorists are Vulcans?

CTO_Ryan says:
CO: I am also picking up three Vulcan life signs on level one, one at the main entrance and two at the cargo entrance.

FCO_Baptiste says:
CO: Geosynchronous orbit established.

CMO_Biishe says:
MO: Go ahead and get your team ready just in case.

CTO_Ryan says:
XO: I am not suggesting anything, but merely reporting what our sensors are picking up.  I have yet to draw any conclusions.

CNS_Richardson says:
OPS: Perhaps if we pull up the records of personnel arrivals/departures on the station recently, it might give us some indication of who might be involved in this.

CTO_Ryan says:
CO: There are also four Vulcans scattered in the lower levels but because of certain mineral contents in the soil I am unable to determine their exact location.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
CTO: Good work.  Prepare your teams.

MO_Angel says:
::Nods::  CMO: I'll get right on it.  ::Smiles::

CTO_Ryan says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  ::Taps the console alerting Gamma and Beta teams to prepare for deployment::

CEO_Hull says:
*OPS* Impulse engines on-line for additional power and thrusters are available should we need to go into a low orbit.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
OPS: Open a channel to the facility.

CIV_B`lee says:
::Appears on the Bridge and looks around::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
::Stands and walks a couple paces towards the view screen:

OPS_Owens says:
::Notices the flashing light on the console::  CO: Sir, incoming hail, it's voice only.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Stands and positions himself to the right and a tad behind the Captain::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
::Shoulders fall slightly at that “news”::

OPS_Owens says:
CO: I guess they read your mind, Sir.  ::Smiles::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Moves over to the unoccupied station and begins reviewing station arrival/departure records, looking for any information that might help::

CMO_Biishe says:
::Turns to her computer to pull up any known data, specifically the species involved::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
COM: FSM: This is Captain Cromwell of the USS Paula Greene.  With whom am I speaking?

OPS_Owens says:
*CEO* Acknowledged, Mr. Hull, thank you.

CIV_B`lee says:
::Takes up a position at the back of the Bridge trying to stay out of trouble::

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: A voice is heard on speakers, obviously computer generated: "Attention Federation Starship, you will not attempt a hostile taking of this facility or these hostages will face the consequences.  We have a Cardassian subspace bomb armed and ready."

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: The voice continues: "I will not state my name.  You will hear us out or the hostages will pay."

CIV_B`lee says:
::Thinks that voice sounds awfully computer generated::

CTO_Ryan says:
::Raises eyebrow at the COM::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Attention caught by the announcement::

FCO_Baptiste says:
::Looks up at speaker ::

OPS_Owens says:
CNS: Excellent idea, Counselor.  I shall try that immediately.  ::Pulls up the records on the recent arrivals and departures from the planet::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Frowns and turns to the CTO::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Motions for her to confirm this information::

CNS_Richardson says:
OPS: I've started already.  With two of us looking, it might go faster.

OPS_Owens says:
::Shudders at the thought of a Cardassian subspace ammunition::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
COM: FSM: I will hear you out, to be sure.  However, you must know that the Federation does not negotiate with terrorists.

FCO_Baptiste says:
::Wonders how they obtained such weaponry::

CEO_Hull says:
<Riley>: ::Riley's team runs simulations on the computer to ascertain if their adjustments to the phaser emitters are within specifications for boring into the planet surface::

CTO_Ryan says:
XO: Scans of subspace distortions as generated by said weapons are not detected.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
::Motions to the XO to try to locate the bomb::

OPS_Owens says:
::Tapping keys::  CNS: It seems the most recent arrival was a Ferengi Freighter, the Latinum Guild.  ::Points to his terminal::

CIV_B`lee says:
::Watches the XO, CTO and CO motion at each other::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Moves closer to the CTO:: CTO: Could the dampening fields be hiding the bomb?

FCO_Baptiste says:
CO: Might we also not try to do a trace on the bomb itself?

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: The voice continues, "Then perhaps it's time for the Federation to change how they deal with terrorists.  Are you prepared to listen to our demands?"

CMO_Biishe says:
::Looks up as someone enters with a crying child in their arms.::

CTO_Ryan says:
XO: It is possible.

CNS_Richardson says:
::Raises an eyebrow:: OPS: Ferengi?  Interesting.  What was their reported business here, does it indicate that?

CIV_B`lee says:
::Nods in agreement with the FCO:: CO: The bomb's power source would likely generate a unique signature on the planet.

OPS_Owens says:
CNS: See if you can find anything on that ship while I continue scanning the records. ::Smiles::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CTO: Any ideas to how we can find out for sure?

MO_Angel says:
::Finishes gathering her team and the equipment they will need... should things go wrong down below::

CNS_Richardson says:
OPS: I'm on it!  ::Taps keys looking for information::

CTO_Ryan says:
XO: Perhaps I can tweak the sensors a bit.  Stand-by.  ::Taps the console trying to tweak the sensors to penetrate the dampening field::

CIV_B`lee says:
::Goes to a nearby station and begins working on it::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
COM: FSM: I am prepared to listen, but I can make no promises.

CMO_Biishe says:
::With a smile, takes the child, calming her and the mother::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Nods and moves to the OPS station::

FCO_Baptiste says:
CIV: I was thinking more of the Inventory lists and such, reports of devices missing.

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: The voice continues, "Then I suggest you start listening."

CNS_Richardson says:
OPS: I'm on it.  ::Taps keys, looking for information on the Ferengi vessel's recent activities::

OPS_Owens says:
CNS:  Here it is.  Sorry, Counselor, I found the information.  It seems to be the delivery of 45 laser drills to the surface.

CIV_B`lee says:
::Looks at the FCO skeptically:: FCO: Where, over the entire quadrant?  Too time consuming.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
OPS: Try to locate that signal, it's source.

CEO_Hull says:
<Riley> *CEO* Sir, reconfiguration of the lower phaser emitters is complete, the computer recommends a prolonged boring of 3.9 minutes to reach the mission objective.

MO_Angel says:
::Rubs the bridge of her brow with a sigh.  The break just was not long enough for her::

OPS_Owens says:
::Turns around to face the XO at the front of the Bridge::  XO: Sir??  Oh the signal from the surface, yes Sir.  ::Begins triangulating the source::

FCO_Baptiste says:
CIV: True, but we just need to know where they are missing armaments and suspected thieves.

CEO_Hull says:
*Riley* Very well, keep your team down in the Phaser Control Room just in case we need to reconfigure again.  Hull, out.

OPS_Owens says:
XO: Sir, I've got it!!  It's coming from the Main Office on the second level.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
::Waits patiently for the demands::

CIV_B`lee says:
FCO: Okay.  ::Opens up a second portion of this station to communicate with the Starfleet Armaments office looking for missing munitions::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CTO: Isn't that where you located a Vulcan life-sign?

CTO_Ryan says:
XO: Affirmative, Sir.  I am not having any luck locating the alleged bomb.

CNS_Richardson says:
OPS: Sounds legitimate, but you never know what sideline "business" they might be involved... ::Stops speaking and taps keys again, looking for personnel lists for the Ferengi vessel, both on arrival and departure from Yarth::

CEO_Hull says:
*XO* Sir, Lt. Hull here, the lower phaser emitter's have been reconfigured for boring, the computer simulations show a boring continued fire of 3.9 minutes will bore a shaft to the mission objective

CMO_Biishe says:
::Speaking quietly to the two, she pulls out a dermal generator and seals the child’s wounds::

OPS_Owens says:
CNS: It seems with the Ferengi, there is always a sideline.  ::Sighs::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
*CEO* That is too long, Chief.  By the time we get through, they'll know we're up to something.

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: The voice continues, "We request that all Federation mining operations be immediately ceased ... they cause untold damage to the planets that the Federation wishes to rape. All travel within the Aquilae Star Cluster and other regions where subspace damage has been enacted is to cease immediately, you are only making it worse."

Host CO_Cromwell says:
::Over-hears the CEO’s report to the XO::

FCO_Baptiste says:
::Listens::

CIV_B`lee says:
::Mutters:: Self: So much for "free" space.

CEO_Hull says:
*XO* It’s the best we can do, Sir!  The boring can only melt so much at a time.

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: The voice continues, "No more terraforming operations. You are violating the laws of natural space.  Your Federation can find other ways of living on planets."

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
*CEO* Very well, Chief.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
::Thinks: Great, another bunch of would-be Al Gores.  Why couldn't they go bother the Klingons?::

MO_Angel says:
::Goes to finish updating the files of the new crew members::

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: The voice, "That is all we ask for, Captain. Is that too much for your Federation? I'm going to ascertain yes ... think about it. Quickly."

Host CO_Cromwell says:
::Opens mouth to reply, but realizes the COM has been cut::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Moves towards the CTO:: CTO: Eventually we'll need an intervention team.  Start thinking about who you want on that team.

CMO_Biishe says:
::Gives the child a piece of fruit, drying her tears::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Studies crew manifests, looking for a clue::

CIV_B`lee says:
FCO: Lots of reports of missing and suspected stolen munitions ... none particularly close to this sector though.

FCO_Baptiste says:
CIV: Yes, but he said of a certain type...restrict the search to that field

Host CO_Cromwell says:
::Sighs:: All: Well, it seems we have a group of radicals on our hands.  They can be the most difficult to work with.  Suggestions?

CTO_Ryan says:
XO: Gamma and Beta teams are already in the transporter rooms awaiting orders.  I suggest taking LtJG. B'lee, yourself, CNS Richardson (in case we need her telepathic abilities) and of course the CMO for medical purposes.
I would also like to take CEO Hull in case we need to modify some of the security lockouts in the compound.

OPS_Owens says:
::Pulls up the information:: CNS: It seems, in answer to your question Counselor, the ship unfortunately did leave about seven months ago with all crew accounted for.  Nice attempt though.  ::Smiles::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Nods at the CTO::

MO_Angel says:
Hmmm...  ::Frowns a moment::  I am not familiar with this species.  Time for some research.  ::Pulls up the species files and begins to do some studying.  After awhile she is immersed into it and begins to relax::

CIV_B`lee says:
::Restricts the search field significantly:: FCO: Well, the largest reported incident pertains to the recent Doman/Elleb crisis.  However all the subspace weaponry in that incident has been supposedly accounted for.

OPS_Owens says:
CNS: I wonder if this is a cover for a pirate mission.  Maybe they are after the mining material?  ::Shrugs::

CMO_Biishe says:
::Hands the child back to her mother with a smile and some instructions::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Frowns:: Ops: So, it looks like its an "inside job"? You didn't come up with any other vessels that might have transported personnel here?

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Thinks:: CO: Looks like they are not interested in negotiating.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
XO: True, but then, neither was I.  ::Grins::

FCO_Baptiste says:
CO: I have LtJG. B’lee checking for leads to find out who might have obtained the weapon.  Perhaps we could find out who or what we are dealing with.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CO: Yes, but it makes them more dangerous.  It means they are not willing to compromise.

CMO_Biishe says:
::Watches them go with a smile::

CIV_B`lee says:
::Shrugs:: FCO: I don't see why they couldn't have made their own, it wouldn't be easy, but the directions aren't that tough to come by.

OPS_Owens says:
::Shakes head::  CNS: That's what I'm thinking.  That Ferengi ship was the last ship here and it was over seven months ago.  The only other thing is a stop by an unscheduled vessel.

FCO_Baptiste says:
CIV: Maybe not, but the components are difficult to obtain

CIV_B`lee says:
::Checks the sensor logs to see if his search for a subspace weapon signature has revealed anything yet::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
All: Our first priority is to locate that subspace weapon, if it exists and is not a bluff.

CNS_Richardson says:
::Puzzles:: OPS: Or the hostage takers are an inside job, mine personnel.

CTO_Ryan says:
CO: Agreed.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
All: We will assume it is not a bluff.

FCO_Baptiste says:
::Nods::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Nods:: CO: We need more information on what is happening down there.

OPS_Owens says:
CNS: I believe that is the most plausible of anything we've been able to discover so far.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CO: Maybe a covert team can sneak into the compound and find out more about things down there?

CIV_B`lee says:
CO: They could be bluffing, Sir.  The sensors have yet to detect any subspace distortions that would indicate an armed weapon. Maybe they just haven't armed it yet.

FCO_Baptiste says:
CO: Suggestion?

Host CO_Cromwell says:
CTO: Take two teams.  You'll lead one, the XO will lead the other.  Come at them from two different directions as stealthily as possible.  ::Nodding at the XO::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Goes quiet, still thinking::

CTO_Ryan says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  ::Turns tactical over to the relief tactical officer and makes her way to the turbolift::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
::Turns to the FCO:: Yes?

OPS_Owens says:
::Hears the CO and hopes they plan to use the East and West entrances::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Nods:: CO: Aye, Sir.  CTO: You take the Counselor and I'll take Mr. Hull.

Host AGM_Selan says:
<Ensign DeHorves>  ::Takes over at Tactical::

FCO_Baptiste says:
CO: What if we send someone down there to make sure the hostages are okay, while we check with Starfleet?

CIV_B`lee says:
::Gets ready to take the FCO's place as the away teams prep to go down::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Hears her name assigned to the CTO's team and stands up::

CMO_Biishe says:
::After a moment of thought, goes to check on Angel's progress::

CTO_Ryan says:
XO: And I'll also take Dr. Biishe and Lt. B'lee.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
FCO: I had a similar idea.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
OPS: Open a channel again.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CTO: I'll take Mr. B’lee, even teams.

FCO_Baptiste says:
CO: Could work as a scout.

OPS_Owens says:
CO: Aye, Sir, channel opening.  ::Nods his readiness to the CO::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Moves to the turbolift:: CIV: Mr. B’lee, if you please?

CTO_Ryan says:
::Taps COM badge::  *CMO* Doctor, please report to Transporter Room 1 with a med kit.

CTO_Ryan says:
XO: Aye, Sir.

CMO_Biishe says:
MO:  What are you looking into?

CIV_B`lee says:
::Looks up at the XO and heads over to the turbolift:: XO: You got it, Skippy.

OPS_Owens says:
CO: Consequently, Sir, we are beginning to think this may be an inside job.

CTO_Ryan says:
::Enters the turbolift::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Follows the CTO::

CMO_Biishe says:
::Looks up and glances at Angel::  *CTO*  I am on my way.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
*CEO* Lt. Hull, prepare for away team duty.  Meet me in Transporter Room 2 in 5 minutes.

MO_Angel says:
::Nods her head in understanding and gets up to resume Sickbay responsibilities::

CSO_Raal says:
::Turbolift arrives at the Bridge and exits::

CTO_Ryan says:
XO: You will have Beta team in Transporter Room 2.

CMO_Biishe says:
::Grabs her medical kit and heads for Transporter Room 1::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
COM: FSM: This is Captain Cromwell.  We are prepared to send your demands to the Federation Council.  However, I must be certain that the hostages are all right.  I'd like to beam one person down to verify this.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Nods acknowledging the CTO::

CEO_Hull says:
*XO* Aye, Sir!  ::Grabs his Away Kit and phaser and heads for Transporter Room 1.  George: You are in charge, keep the ship together.

CTO_Ryan says:
Turbolift: Transporter Room 1.

CSO_Raal says:
::Goes to the science station and transfers his project from science lab 1::

CEO_Hull says:
::Heads out of Main Engineering for Transporter Room 2::

CIV_B`lee says:
::Hears the Captain as the turbolift closes:: XO: There is a ploy that will last about as long as it takes us to beam down.

CMO_Biishe says:
::Enters the turbolift::  Computer:  Transporter Room 1.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Nods:: CIV: Plus it will mask our transport.

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: There is a momentary pause, then, the same computer generated voice replies, "Acknowledged, Captain. You will send down a single medical officer. Make sure his or her credentials and Starfleet record is sent to us, including a voice and image profile for verification."

CEO_Hull says:
::Enters the Transporter Room 2 and stands on the transporter pad::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Waits for the turbolift to reach Transporter Room 2::

CIV_B`lee says:
::Looks at the XO oddly:: XO: They'll be able to tell how many are beaming down ... they could launch that weapon as soon as they realize their is more than one of us.

CMO_Biishe says:
::Exits the turbolift and walks to Transporter Room 1::

OPS_Owens says:
::Thinks the FSM are experienced in this type of thing::

CTO_Ryan says:
::Exits the turbolift and walks into Transporter Room 2.  Gamma squad: Prepare for immediate beam out.  ::Opens weapons locker extracts a phaser rifle and tricorder.  Grabs her tactical bag, slings it over her shoulder and steps onto the transporter pad, nodding to the CNS::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Follows the CTO into Transporter Room 1 and grabs her equipment, nodding back at the CTO::

CSO_Raal says:
::Looks over at the CO:: CO: Captain, sorry for my tardiness, but I had a very important experiment which needed my attention.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CIV: We're not beaming to the same location.. And I don't think they have that sophisticated sensor systems..

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: The voice continues, "Be acknowledged, Captain. That if this is a trap ... the bomb will be detonated, and your crew will no doubt be facing a Court Martial."

Host CO_Cromwell says:
COM: FSM: Actually, I was going to suggest I beam myself down, unarmed, with a medical kit.  I have some medical background.  Is this acceptable?

CTO_Ryan says:
::Nods the CMO as she enters the transporter room::  Doctor.

OPS_Owens says:
::Looks shocked at the CO::

CIV_B`lee says:
XO: Then I guess you're willing to bank your life on it.

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: Another pause "One moment, Captain, we will consider this."

CMO_Biishe says:
::Smiles at the CTO and CNS::

FCO_Baptiste says:
CO: ::Whispers:: I suggest an implanted subspace transceiver on the person sent down.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CIV: It's a risk we'll have to take.  There aren't that many other options.

OPS_Owens says:
::Whispers:: CO: Sir, you will become a hostage yourself if you go down there!

Host CO_Cromwell says:
::Whispers back to the FCO::  FCO: Exactly.

CNS_Richardson says:
::Finishes preparations:: CTO: Ready.

OPS_Owens says:
CO: Let me do it Sir.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CIV: Besides, the mines where they will be beaming us in shouldn't be a primary concern for them.

CTO_Ryan says:
*Bridge* Ryan to Bridge.  Gamma team ready for beam out in Transporter Room 1.

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: The voice continues, "We agree to this. Please beam down to the following coordinates unarmed."

CIV_B`lee says:
::Mutters:: XO: There are always options.  Didn't they teach you that at Command School?

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Walks out of the turbolift bound for Transporter Room 2::

CTO_Ryan says:
*XO* Gamma team is ready for beam out, Sir.

CIV_B`lee says:
::Wonders why the XO walks so funny, like a girl::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Let's out a small smile::

FCO_Baptiste says:
::Figures OPS gets stuck with the Bridge again::

CSO_Raal says:
::Monitors sensors and checks on his experiment::

OPS_Owens says:
CO: Sir I am receiving the location data from the surface.  It's just outside the cargo entrance.

CMO_Biishe says:
CNS:  Can you fill me in?

Host CO_Cromwell says:
COM: FSM: Agreed.  Out.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Arrives at the turbolift, gets handed a phaser and stands on the platform:: CEO: Mr. Hull.

CIV_B`lee says:
::Nods at the CEO as he pulls out his phaser and steps up onto the transporter pad::

CNS_Richardson says:
CMO: We don't know much.  Hostage situation.  We're sending down two teams. Unsure who's behind this or if the hostages are okay, at this point.

CEO_Hull says:
XO: Ready, Sir!

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
*CTO* Beta team ready.   *CO* Sir, we are ready to beam down.

CMO_Biishe says:
::Nods her head::  CNS: I have a problem with innocents being involved.

CEO_Hull says:
::Adjusts his uniform::

CTO_Ryan says:
::Looks at the CNS and the CMO::  Ready?

OPS_Owens says:
CO: Sir, I still think you should send someone in your place.

CNS_Richardson says:
CMO: As do I.  Let's hope….. ::Nods at the CTO:: CTO: Ready.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
CSO: I want myself injected with a transceiver.  I also want a virridium patch on the inside of my uniform.  They will no doubt take my com badge.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
OPS: Noted.

CSO_Raal says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  ::Grabs a patch and a hypo::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
*CO* Sir, recommend we are beamed at the same time your visitor goes down.

CSO_Raal says:
::Places the patch on the CO's neck and administers the transceiver hypo::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
CTO: There will be one officer beaming down to look over the hostages.  I want simultaneous transport with your teams.

CTO_Ryan says:
*CO* Acknowledged, Sir.

OPS_Owens says:
::Wonders if he should inform the CTO who that officer is::

CMO_Biishe says:
::Closes her eyes a moment in preparation, waiting to be beamed down::

CSO_Raal says:
CO: All set, Sir.

CIV_B`lee says:
::Clips a tricorder onto his belt and examines the charge on his phaser intently::

Host AGM_Selan says:
<Junior Officers> ::Arrive on the Bridge to replace those going on the teams::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
OPS: You have the Bridge, Lieutenant.  I'll be in Transporter Room 4.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
All: Keep it sharp, people.  ::Leaves the Bridge::

FCO_Baptiste says:
::Smiles as he knows how much OPS loves Bridge duty ::

OPS_Owens says:
CO: Acknowledged, Sir.  ::Moves down to the chair::

OPS_Owens says:
::Waits for the CO to leave::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
::Quickly arrives in Transporter Room 4 and acknowledges that the Transporter Chief has the coordinates::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
CIV: So, Mr. B’lee, while we're waiting, any ideas?

FCO_Baptiste says:
::Watches the CO leave and OPS take "the Big Chair"::

CIV_B`lee says:
::Scratches his neck with the muzzle of his phaser:: XO: For what, vacation?

OPS_Owens says:
::Notices the CO gone::  *CTO* Just for your information, the officer the Captain is sending down is... Captain Cromwell.

CTO_Ryan says:
::Checks her phaser rifle while waiting::

CTO_Ryan says:
*OPS* The Captain?  Who's bright idea was that?  ::Mumbles::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
::Smiles:: CEO: You, Mr. Hull?

CMO_Biishe says:
::Looks over at the CTO with a look of concern, then back at the CNS::

OPS_Owens says:
*CTO* I suggest you make this mission a success.

CNS_Richardson says:
CTO: Ryan, need you ask whose idea?

CEO_Hull says:
XO: Sir, I may suggest using one of our tricorders to mask our subspace signals from our COM badges.

CTO_Ryan says:
*OPS* Great!  As if we don't have enough to worry about, now this!  ::Mumbles some more::

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: The Captain is beamed down to the surface and arrives just outside the cargo entrance.  Two people await him, wearing peculiar colored suits with leather masks, which only reveal their eyes. The two Away Teams are beamed down as well each one arriving at each of the two mining entrances.

CSO_Raal says:
::Keeps molecular transporter lock on the CO::

FCO_Baptiste says:
::Monitors the orbit making minute changes::

CMO_Biishe says:
@::Looks around the area they have beamed into::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
#All: Okay, let's go!  ::Moves to the mining entrance::

CIV_B`lee says:
#::Raises his phaser as he materializes and glances around warily::

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: The two masked operatives guide the Captain into the compound.

CTO_Ryan says:
@::Materializes at the entrance to one of the mines and motions for the security team to take positions::

OPS_Owens says:
CSO: Mr. Raal, keep a lock on all three Away Teams please.  I want them beamed up if things go poorly.

CIV_B`lee says:
#XO: Well, the surface of the planet is still here, so I guess they did not fire off the bomb.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
#CEO: Configure your tricorder, Chief.

CNS_Richardson says:
@::Looks around, as they materialize on the surface::

CSO_Raal says:
OPS: Aye, Sir.  I have a molecular lock on the Captain now.  Establishing similar locks on the other two Away Teams.

CMO_Biishe says:
@::Eyes adjust to the dimness of the area as she goes to stand next to one of the security officers::

CTO_Ryan says:
@::Motions at the team to be quiet and proceeds into the mine shaft::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
#CIV: Aren't you happy I was right?

CEO_Hull says:
#::Looks around 360 degrees:: Sets his tricorder to mask the team’s comm badge subspace signals::

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: It is daylight where both teams have been beamed.  It is beautiful country in exception for the small area they arrived, which is heavily mined.  Abandoned machinery litters the area around them.

CIV_B`lee says:
#::Mutters:: XO: Thrilled, just thrilled.

OPS_Owens says:
FCO: Target the phaser banks a few kilometers away from the facility.  If
things go bad for the Away Teams we can lay down some fire for a distraction.

CIV_B`lee says:
#::Gets up on a nearby earthmover and examines the instrument panel:: XO: This has been here a while.

CNS_Richardson says:
@::Studies the landscape around them::

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: The mine shafts await the two teams both are completely dark, and quite dusty.

CTO_Ryan says:
@::Proceeds quickly and stealthily into the cavern::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
#CIV: Meaning the people here probably had a lot of time to prepare for our arrival.  Keep sharp people.

CMO_Biishe says:
@::Follows along, her eyes gathering information::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
%::Trying to memorize the corridor layout::

CEO_Hull says:
#::Walks over to B'lee, inspects the machinery:: XO: Sir, this hasn’t been moved in several solar months.

CSO_Raal says:
::Monitors Away Teams::

CIV_B`lee says:
#::Picks some vegetation off the instrument panel:: XO: Yeah, like a year or two.

CIV_B`lee says:
#::Hops down off the mover and holsters his phaser snapping open his tricorder::

Host AGM_Selan says:
%<Two Masked Operatives> ::One holds a weapon, which seems to be a Federation phaser, the other appears unarmed ... both walk on opposite sides of the Captain, walking through the cargo hold of the facility where various machinery is housed toward a large doorway ahead::

CTO_Ryan says:
@::Stops to extract tricorder from her belt and activates it scanning as she moves::

CEO_Hull says:
#CIV: Perhaps!

CNS_Richardson says:
@::Moves along with the team, staying alert and trying to keep quiet::

CMO_Biishe says:
@::Her step as quiet as the wolf she takes on the cloak of her guide::

OPS_Owens says:
COM: Away Teams: XO/CTO: Progress report.  Time to target?

CIV_B`lee says:
#::Swats at his earring as it gets tangled in a lock of his hair::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
#::Moves out:: CEO/CIV: Let's go.  Keep your tricorders looking for any kind of warning devices they might have planted in the mines.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
%::Observes the two "escorts" to see whom they might be::

MO_Angel says:
::To keep alert, she calls in one of the new crewmembers and begins a general physical::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
COM: Paula Greene: OPS: Lieutenant, I suggest we keep radio silence, we don't want to alert them of our presence.  ETA is 7 minutes, at best.
Amendoeira, out.

CTO_Ryan says:
COM: Paula Greene: OPS: I suggest we keep communications limited to emergencies only.  This is a covert operation.  ETA, 7 minutes to the main compound.  Ryan, out.

CIV_B`lee says:
#::Follows behind the XO as they head towards the mine.  Wonders where all the miners are::

CEO_Hull says:
#::Thinks: Mines?::

OPS_Owens says:
::Thinks: They are a cautious bunch.  They just beamed down to the outer ranges and are already touchy about sound::

Host AGM_Selan says:
%<Two Operatives> ::Exits the cargo hold with the CO into a more clean, and Federation like corridor.  On the walls are pictures of the landscape taken much earlier::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
#::Reaches mine entrance::

CSO_Raal says:
::Keeps an eye on the Captain's signal::

CIV_B`lee says:
#Self: Oh, they'll start out all cute and cuddly but in a minute something is going to happen and they'll get mean and evil.  Didn't you people ever WATCH that show.

CEO_Hull says:
#XO: Only showing normal background radiation, Sir.

CTO_Ryan says:
@::Turns to the team and whispers:: ALL: Watch your step here.  There are a lot of potholes and rocks.  ::Makes her way around the obstacles::

CNS_Richardson says:
@::Keeps moving along, stepping carefully::

FCO_Baptiste says:
::Hoping for the safety of his crewmates ::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
%::Wonders if they will find the mini-phaser hidden in the secret compartment of the med kit::

OPS_Owens says:
::Sits there anxiously twiddling his thumbs::

Host AGM_Selan says:
%<Two Operatives> ::Take the Captain through another main corridor, slightly larger, a lobby, to a turbolift. Three operatives are in the corridor, all masked::

CIV_B`lee says:
#::Thinks: It's always the guy in my position who gets killed before the first commercial break.  Gets in line behind the XO::

CTO_Ryan says:
@::Whispers:: CNS: The mineral content in the shaft walls are disrupting my tricorder scans.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
#::Progresses through the mines, following the map on his tricorder::

FCO_Baptiste says:
OPS: Suggestion, port an output of your station to your chair.  You can track some events there.

CMO_Biishe says:
@::Continues her light step, either going around items or over them.  The silence rings loudly with the company’s breathing::

CIV_B`lee says:
#XO: These mines are awfully neat and tidy for mines.

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: The three operatives stare at the Starfleet officer and nod at the two operatives as they lead him into the turbolift.

CSO_Raal says:
::Watches the signals from all members of the away teams::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
#CIV: Meaning?

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: Gamma team hears a muffled "Oh <censored>" and then the sound of someone trying to run.

CMO_Biishe says:
@::Looks over at the CNS with a raised eyebrow, touching her ear in question::

Host CO_Cromwell says:
%::Thinks: Wow, five henchmen.  They must think I'm dangerous::

CIV_B`lee says:
#XO: Meaning miners aren't usually this organized. Do we know how long this mine has been inactive?

CNS_Richardson says:
@::Whispers to the CTO:: Ryan: It's probably safe to assume that they're disrupting whatever lock the ship has on us, as well. But on the bright side, it's probably inhibiting the FSM's ability to detect us here, as well.

CTO_Ryan says:
@::Hears someone running and quickly turns to look in the direction of the sound::

CEO_Hull says:
#::Scans for monitoring equipment and security devices::

CEO_Hull says:
#XO: Sir, air density scans reveal we are the only ones that have been here for several days.

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: Phaser fire suddenly flies over Gamma team's heads.

CMO_Biishe says:
@::Looks to the CTO for instruction::

OPS_Owens says:
::Nods at the FCO and never realized these little CO terminals were so variable::

CIV_B`lee says:
#::Mutters:: CEO: Smarty-pants.

CTO_Ryan says:
@::Ducks down and shouts:: GET DOWN!!!!!!  ::Returns phaser fire, not really sure who or how many she is firing at::

CNS_Richardson says:
@::Stops short at the sounds and then dives suddenly behind a rock::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
#CIV: I'm not sure and we won't find out from the ship.  Our communicators are not working properly in these mines.

CSO_Raal says:
::Notices the phaser readings:: OPS: Sir, phaser fire near Gamma team!

CMO_Biishe says:
@::Ducks to the side::

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: Phaser fire strikes the CMO.  She is stunned.  Phaser fire continues to fly toward Gamma team in panicked runs.

CNS_Richardson says:
@::Sees Biishe hit and reaches to pull her to safety::

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: There is the sound of shouting.

CMO_Biishe says:
@::Falls to the side but not soon enough::

OPS_Owens says:
::Sits up erect::  CSO: Can you tell if they are out-numbered?

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
~~~Picks up the split second of fear from Aurora~~~

CSO_Raal says:
OPS: Scanning.

CIV_B`lee says:
#::Runs into the XO as he stops suddenly::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
#All: Gamma team is in trouble.

CNS_Richardson says:
@::Struggles to pull Biishe to shelter, trying to stay covered herself::

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: The turbolift deposits the Captain and the Two Operatives on Level Two.

CTO_Ryan says:
@::Runs forward with a few of the security team firing her phaser rifle in the direction of the attacker::

CEO_Hull says:
#::Glares at the civilian, continues scanning::

CIV_B`lee says:
#::Checks his tricorder:: XO: I can't scan their location through all this rock... ::Puts tricorder away and pulls out his phaser::

OPS_Owens says:
FCO: If the main FSM commanders find out we have a team in there we may need to lay down that distraction fire soon.  Be ready.

Host AGM_Selan says:
%<Two Operatives> ::Take the CO down another corridor and into the main office area.  There are about thirty men and women, some wearing clean civilian clothing, others that are dirty, the miners.  They're all huddled together.  Also in the room are twelve-masked operatives::

CEO_Hull says:
#::Turns to cover the teams rear echelon::

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: The attacker at Gamma team's location is stunned.

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
#All: Let's hurry!  ::Picks up the pace and knows his wife is okay::

CIV_B`lee says:
#::Glad his rear is safe with CEO Hull behind him::

CNS_Richardson says:
@::Pulls out her phaser after checking Biishe, debating, seeing she's safe; then follows after CTO::

CTO_Ryan says:
@::Runs toward the stunned attacker and kicks his weapon away from him::

CSO_Raal says:
OPS: There was only one attacker.  Ryan subdued him.

OPS_Owens says:
::Relaxes::  CSO: Acknowledged.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
%::Pulls out the tricorder to scan the hostages::

CNS_Richardson says:
@::Catches up and sees that Ryan has the situation under control:: CTO: Good job.  ::Grins::

CIV_B`lee says:
#XO: Hopes the CMO is okay.  Hasn't had a chance to make a move on her yet.

Host CO_Cromwell says:
%Guard: Where are the rest of them?

CTO_Ryan says:
@::Motions for two officers to take control of the attacker and notices someone running around a bend in the shaft up ahead::

MO_Angel says:
::Worries about what is happening down on the planet, hoping all is all right::

CTO_Ryan says:
@CNS: Please see what you can do for his wounds.  I am proceeding ahead.  I saw someone up ahead running around the bend in the shaft.  ::Motions for two security officers to follow her deeper into the mine shaft::

Host XO_Amendoeira says:
#::Stops, and eyes the CIV intensely for a while, then returns to his run::

Host AGM_Selan says:
ACTION: A short, red-haired female with freckles approaches the Captain.  She is human, without a mask and wearing glasses.

Host AGM_Selan says:
%<Female> CO: Welcome to Yarth, Captain.

CNS_Richardson says:
@::Nods to Ryan and checks the captured person for injuries, treating as needed::

Host AGM_Selan says:
=/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= Pause Mission =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= 

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