Mission Prologue: The Paula Greene has been dispatched to confirm a Romulan investigation into a collapse of an archaeological dig on Pi Mensae, approximately 25 light years past the Romulan Neutral Zone.  The Paula Greene is sitting on the edge of the Romulan Neutral Zone awaiting their escort into Romulan Space.  Recent interactions with the Romulans have been on the positive, but there is still tension.  No one knows what to expect on this mission....

USS Paula Greene 10304.26

Starring:
	Ship Manager in Training Christopher Dickinson as Commander Petra
	Bryan Paveza as Captain Jafo Madred

With:
	Sergio Amendoeira as Commander Tealk Amendoeira
	Gerry Brinkman as Commander S'Toran Turnbull
	Brian Fredrickson as Lieutenant Junior Grade Kieran Burke
	Arlene McIntyre as Lieutenant Julie Ann Mushgrave
	Jessica Meltzer as Kyrina Valis
	Lília Perfeito as Commander Alexandra Margarida Gomes
	Carol Ray as Lieutenant Commander Trina Panthera
	Karriaunna Scotti as Commander Tsalea
	Darlene Wise as Lieutenant Commander Sarina Lynn Ryan

Special Appearance By:
	Dave Smith, SMiT Mentor

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

OPS_Mushgrave says:
::At OPS on the bridge.::
SO_Gomes says:
::walks down a lost corridor on deck 15, going towards the TL::
CIV_Ryan says:
::Standing at the tactical station on the bridge reviewing the Romulan reports::

Info: The Romulan Neutral Zone appears quiet

CSO_Tsalea says:
::At her station, going through sensor data::
CEO_Burke says:
::in ME making the rounds of the room and assuring that everything is running smoothly::
FCO_Panthera says:
::sitting at station fingers hovering over the console::
CNS_Valis says:
::Sits in her chair on the bridge thumbing through reports on recent Romulan/Federation interactions.::
CIV_Ryan says:
::Taps notes onto a PADD and continues scrolling the Romulan reports::
SO_Gomes says:
::enters the turbo lift, holding a PADD::
OPS_Mushgrave says:
::Rubs the palms of her hands on her knees.  She is concentrating on sub space communications listening for chatter.::
Host CO_Madred says:
::on the bridge sitting in whatever chair the XO isn't sitting in::
CEO_Burke says:
EO Tirm:  Keep your eyes on the screen, the Captain won't be happy if he calls to warp out and we stall.
SO_Gomes says:
::enters the bridge as the turbo lift doors open. She looks around for a second at the not so familiar bridge and heads towards the science stations::
XO_Amendoeira says:
::sitting in the XO's chair::

ACTION: A Romulan d'Deridex-class Warbird decloaks 5000 kilometers in front of the Paula Greene

CSO_Tsalea says:
::Hearing someone approach, turns around to see an unfamiliar face::
OPS_Mushgrave says:
::Looks at the screen as the Warbird appears.::
CIV_Ryan says:
::Glances at the tactical monitor and sees the Warbird:: CO: Romulan Warbird decloaking 5000 kilometers off the bow!
Host CO_Madred says:
::holds up a hand to the tactical officer:: CIV: Maintain yellow alert only...
CSO_Tsalea says:
CO:  Romulan Warbird 5000 km in front of us.
Host CO_Madred says:
OPS: Open a channel...
SO_Gomes says:
::approaches the CSO, standing almost at attention. She has not been so intimidated in a long time:: CSO: SO Commander Gomes reporting for duty ma'am

ACTION: The Warbird hails the Paula Greene.

CIV_Ryan says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  ::Checks to see if they were already on yellow alert::
OPS_Mushgrave says:
CO:  Aye opening channel...  ::Taps some buttons::  Channel open.
CEO_Burke says:
::moving over to another station::  EO Asu:  I want you to run continual diagnostics on all primary systems.  Let me know if even the smallest thing is out of spec.
FCO_Panthera says:
::watches the screen to see what is going to happen::
Host CO_Madred says:
::sits back in his chair surprised that they are comming them:: COM: Warbird: This is Captain Madred of the Federation Starship Paula Greene ... to what do we owe the honor of your presence?
CNS_Valis says:
::Looks up from her PADD to watch the excitement.::
CIV_Ryan says:
CO: d'Deridex class Warbird.  They are at yellow alert.  Weapons are not powered, but shields are active.

ACTION: As the communications link is completed, the screen changes to the interior of the Warbird, tight angle on a single Romulan male.

Host CO_Madred says:
::nods to Ryan and glances at Amendoeira::
CSO_Tsalea says:
::nods at human::  SO:  Welcome aboard.  It would appear that you have arrived before your records.  Please, take a seat and familiarize yourself with the science console.
Host Cmdr_Petra says:
@COM: CO: Captain Madred, I am Commander Petra of the Golden Shield.  We are to serve as your escorts and brief you on the situation.
CIV_Ryan says:
::Sets the PADD on the top of the tactical console and deactivates the Romulan reports::
SO_Gomes says:
CSO: Thank you. the console hopefully won't be very different from that of a Nebula class ::smiles:: CSO: What I am not very familiar with I'm afraid are the Romulans ::glances at the screen::
Host CO_Madred says:
COM: Petra: I see ... I didn't realize we would be needing escorts, but as you wish ... lead on. ::stirs uneasily in his chair::
CEO_Burke says:
EO Tirm/EO Asu:  I'll be on the bridge if you need me.  ::walks out of ME and heads for the TL::
Host Cmdr_Petra says:
@COM: CO: Whether or not you need as escort is not my concern.  I am merely following orders.  You may wish to assemble your senior staff in whatever meeting room you deem appropriate, and set course immediately for Pi Mensae, Warp 6.
CSO_Tsalea says:
::Tilts her head, considering::  SO:  They are a species that tends toward being very suspicious, but they, like all people, have their good side and their bad.  ::turns back to her new science officer::  What area is your specialty?
CIV_Ryan says:
::Checks to see if power reserves are available in case she needs them for the offensive and defensive systems::
XO_Amendoeira says:
::raises an eyebrow::
FCO_Panthera says:
::keeps from uttering a low growl at the face on the screen::
OPS_Mushgrave says:
Self:  Bossy bossy...
Host CO_Madred says:
::looks at Tealk:: COM: Petra: Are we receiving a briefing? ::wonders why he would assemble his crew::
CIV_Ryan says:
::Thinks: Assemble the senior staff for what?  Are we going to watch a movie?::
CEO_Burke says:
::once the TL doors have closed he relaxes for a moment, having a feeling this might be the last chance he gets during this mission:: TL: Bridge.
Host Cmdr_Petra says:
@COM: CO: Yes, Captain.  I believe I stated I was to brief you.  We can do that en route to save you time, or we can do it on site, it is your call Captain.
XO_Amendoeira says:
::shrugs, and lip syncs with no sound:: CO: I have no idea
SO_Gomes says:
CSO: Exobiology and Astrophysics though I try to keep in touch with every area
CNS_Valis says:
::Watches the Romulan with interest and an occasional glance out of the corner of her eye at Madred.::
SO_Gomes says:
::frowns listening to the conversation between the Romulan and the CO::
Host CO_Madred says:
COM: Petra: I believe we can take care of that once we arrive at Pi Mensae. Madred out. ::waves at Mushgrave to close the channel and wonders why Romulans are always so rude to him::
CEO_Burke says:
::as he feels the lift reach the bridge, he stiffens back up a bit and waits for the doors to open.  Once they do he walks down to the helm and the feline figure sitting there::
Host CO_Madred says:
FCO: Set course for Pi Mensae, warp 6.
OPS_Mushgrave says:
::Cuts the comm.::
CSO_Tsalea says:
SO:  Then your abilities in xenobiology may be useful in our upcoming mission.
XO_Amendoeira says:
CO : Did you hear anything about a briefing?
FCO_Panthera says:
CO: Aye sir. ::sets course for Pi Mensae and engages Warp 6::
CIV_Ryan says:
::Keeps a close eye on the warbird's position on the tactical screen::

ACTION: The Paula Greene and Golden Shield jump into warp space.

Host CO_Madred says:
::shakes his head:: XO: No ... which is why I have no interest in bringing a Romulan aboard the Paula Greene.
OPS_Mushgrave says:
::Pokes Trina in the side.:: FCO:  Another fine start to a mission...
SO_Gomes says:
::nods:: CSO: I read about the investigations we will be doing on the dead scientists. But my guess would be they died because of the cave in and nothing else
FCO_Panthera says:
::looks over at OPS as if to say she really doesn't like this:: OPS: If you say so but I don't like this one bit.
CEO_Burke says:
FCO:  I've got the crew jumping below decks, hopefully there won't be any engineering related surprises.
XO_Amendoeira says:
CO : Let's try and shift it over to the Warbird.. The meeting I mean.. ::grins::
CSO_Tsalea says:
SO:  I would actually like to find them alive and the Romulans in error.
OPS_Mushgrave says:
FCO:  Makes two of us... that Romulan was a little smarmy don't you think?
Host CO_Madred says:
CSO: Commander, advise Starfleet that we've made contact with the Romulan Warbird Golden Shield and are proceeding to Pi Mensae.
SO_Gomes says:
CSO: It is an interesting possibility
CEO_Burke says:
::overhears the two since he is standing right behind them::  OPS:  Smarmy?
CIV_Ryan says:
::Brings up the Romulan reports on her monitor again and continues reading, periodically checking the LRS and keeping her eye on the warbird's position::
OPS_Mushgrave says:
CEO:  Yep smarmy... a little creepy...  ::Looks up and grins::
XO_Amendoeira says:
::motions for Ryan to approach::
SO_Gomes says:
::glances around the bridge at the unfamiliar faces wondering::
CSO_Tsalea says:
CO:  Acknowledged.
Host CO_Madred says:
::sees the CEO on the bridge:: CEO: Welcome to the bridge, Mister Burke.
CSO_Tsalea says:
::Turns to her station and in moments has the message relayed and on its way to SF command.::
CEO_Burke says:
::just shakes his head:: OPS: Never thought I would hear a Romulan called smarmy.
SO_Gomes says:
::turns back to science 2 looking over the sensor records:: Self: Now now Alex, this is it. Getting back to being a science officer
CIV_Ryan says:
::Nods and offers a casual wave to Burke as he enters the bridge::
CSO_Tsalea says:
SO:  Have you checked in with the captain?
OPS_Mushgrave says:
CEO:  There is always the first time.
CNS_Valis says:
::Lowers her eyes back to the PADD but continues to listen to the chatter around her.::
CEO_Burke says:
::turns around::  CO: Thanks sir.  Got a welcome basket for me or something?  ::looks hopeful::
XO_Amendoeira says:
CIV : Miss Ryan... I want you to start preparations for security. If we're going to have a Romulan on board... You get the idea..
FCO_Panthera says:
::growls a bit:: OPS: They are nasty people with nasty habits.
CEO_Burke says:
::winks at the CIV::
SO_Gomes says:
::looks up:: CSO: Not yet, and I'm wondering if this is the best time to do it
Host CO_Madred says:
::raises an eyebrow at Burke and glances at Amendoeira::
CIV_Ryan says:
XO: Aye, Sir.  ::Dispatches security teams to all sensitive areas of the ship::
OPS_Mushgrave says:
::Trains her sub space communications towards the Golden Shield...:: FCO:  Ok, lets see who they are talking too.
CSO_Tsalea says:
SO:  Now would be better then later.  Come with me.
FCO_Panthera says:
OPS: With them there is no telling. ::leans over and whispers:: Don't trust them out of your sight.
CIV_Ryan says:
*Sec*: Send four security officers to the bridge.
SO_Gomes says:
::raises both eyebrows at the unexpected answer and follows the CSO::
CEO_Burke says:
::smiles and makes his way up to the engineering station::  Computer:  Transfer engineering control to this station.
CSO_Tsalea says:
::Guiding the new officer over to the command station::
CIV_Ryan says:
<Sec> *CIV*: Aye, Sir.  Security teams have been dispatched throughout the ship as ordered.
SO_Gomes says:
::can't help but look around as she crosses the bridge::
OPS_Mushgrave says:
FCO:  Oh don't worry I won't....  You know this maybe our only chance to gather some intelligence on them...  I wonder if they will let us near their ship..  ::Grins:: NOT!
CNS_Valis says:
::Looks up at the boots pass her line of vision and smiles at Tsalea and Gomes.::
FCO_Panthera says:
OPS: Yeah right!
CEO_Burke says:
::watching the station respond to his command, turns around and wonders who the new girl is::
CSO_Tsalea says:
CO/XO:  Captain, Commander, I would like to introduce our newest bridge member and science officer: Commander Gomes.
CIV_Ryan says:
*Sec*: Acknowledged.
Host CO_Madred says:
::glances from his wife to the new officer:: SO: Commander Gomes ... a pleasure.
SO_Gomes says:
::looks at the XO and CO a bit embarrassed::
SO_Gomes says:
::nods to the CO:: CO: I hope I can be of use
CIV_Ryan says:
::Glances briefly at the new Science officer then returns her attention to the scanners::
XO_Amendoeira says:
::chuckles:: SO : Don't worry Commander.. We're not going to eat you....
CSO_Tsalea says:
SO:  And this is our Counselor, Valis and CEO Burke.  Burke rarely graces the bridge.
CEO_Burke says:
CO:  Well she ::indicating the SO::  should at least get a welcome basket.  ::grins::
Host CO_Madred says:
SO: Looks like you showed up just in time for an interesting mission. Have you ever been in Romulan space before?
SO_Gomes says:
::raises an eyebrow at the XO:: XO: You wouldn't find me very nutritious either
CSO_Tsalea says:
::Looks at Tealk curiously::
SO_Gomes says:
CO: No sir, it is a first time. A rather interesting opportunity. Hopefully I can get samples
CIV_Ryan says:
::Drums her fingers on the tactical console, frustrated at the lack of any useful information in the Romulan reports::
Host CO_Madred says:
CEO: I'll be sure to put you in charge of providing welcome baskets, Mister Burke. ::said with some irritation::
CNS_Valis says:
SO: Welcome aboard Commander Gomes.
XO_Amendoeira says:
CSO : An old earth saying... She seemed... ::shakes head:: Never mind..
SO_Gomes says:
::turns to the CNS nodding::
Host CO_Madred says:
::doesn't ask what the SO wants to get samples of::
CIV_Ryan says:
::Looks up momentarily:: SO: Welcome aboard, Commander.
CEO_Burke says:
::missing the intent of the comment:: CO: Yes sir!  That could be great.  An official "Welcome to the Paula Greene" group.  I'm sure lots of people would be interested.  ::turns around to his station, still muttering excitedly::
CSO_Tsalea says:
::Watches Burke curiously then with a raised eyebrow, looks at her husband::
SO_Gomes says:
::whispers to the CO:: CO: Is he always like that? ::points discretely to the CEO::
Host CO_Madred says:
::shakes his head at Burke's retreating back::
CNS_Valis says:
::Watches Burke go off with an amused expression and then returns to her reading, content to just quietly listen to the others as she reads.::
Host CO_Madred says:
SO: Lieutenant Burke is a highly respected and highly decorated officer, Commander Gomes. ::sternly::
CIV_Ryan says:
::Frustrated:: CO/XO: I am unable to get any useful information from these preliminary reports submitted by the Romulans.  We are going into the mission blind, Sirs.
CSO_Tsalea says:
CIV:  My data was equally non-existing.
SO_Gomes says:
::gets quiet suddenly and the smile dies from her lips:: CO: Aye sir, I'll remember that
OPS_Mushgrave says:
::Hears Ryan:: FCO:  Why am I not surprised that we are going in blind.  ::Mutters::
Host CO_Madred says:
CIV: Hopefully the Golden Shield will be able to provide more complete data.
XO_Amendoeira says:
::give the CO a small thwap in the arm::
FCO_Panthera says:
OPS: Because that is how those cowards operate.

ACTION: The Paula Greene and Golden Shield arrive at the Pi Mensae system.  Pi Mensae is a GV star, magnitude +5 - in other words, fairly unspectacular.  The Romulan Warbird sets course for and enters orbit around Pi Mensae IV-A, the only moon for the fourth planet, out of six.  The planet itself is a gas giant, the moon is a marginal (class L) planet, with moderately breathable atmosphere (tri-ox would be required for continuous stays longer than a week), no life higher ordered than bacterium, and a mostly barren surface.

CIV_Ryan says:
::Nods:: CO: Hopefully however unlikely, Sir.
FCO_Panthera says:
::alters course to enter orbit::
Host CO_Madred says:
::warningly:: FCO: Mister Panthera....
CIV_Ryan says:
CO: The Golden Shield has established orbit around Pi Mensae IV-A, Sir.
FCO_Panthera says:
CO: Sir? ::looks around questioningly::
Host CO_Madred says:
FCO: Standard orbit, Commander.
CNS_Valis says:
::Has put her PADD away and sits forward in her chair to watch their approach to the planet with interest.::
CSO_Tsalea says:
SO:  Looks like we have arrived... ::Nods toward their consoles and turns to review any current data.::
FCO_Panthera says:
CO: Aye sir. ::sets controls for standard orbit:: Standard orbit sir.
Host CO_Madred says:
CSO: Monitor the Golden Shield ... if they beam anyone up or down I want to know it.

Info: The Warbird seems in no hurry to do anything, just hanging there.

CSO_Tsalea says:
CO:  Understood.
Host CO_Madred says:
SO: Anything interesting from the surface, Commander Gomes?
SO_Gomes says:
::looks up as she was a bit distracted looking over data:: CSO: Indeed we have
CEO_Burke says:
::as soon as they have dropped out of warp::  *EO Asu*:  Double check the flight logs and make sure there were no anomalies during our warp flight.
XO_Amendoeira says:
::gets up:: CO  Should I go prepare the Briefing room for our.. "Guests" sir?
Host CO_Madred says:
XO: No Tealk, I don't intend to bring them aboard.
CSO_Tsalea says:
::Programs one of the minor sensors to keep an eye on the Golden Shield while gathering in data about the area.::
XO_Amendoeira says:
::sits back down::
CIV_Ryan says:
::Sees the Security officers arrive on the bridge then motions them to take up station in the briefing room and at the turbolift entrance::
Host CO_Madred says:
::taps the arms of his chair with his fingers:: OPS: Open a channel to the Golden Shield.
XO_Amendoeira says:
CO : This ought to be good..
SO_Gomes says:
CO: Nothing of note. Unicellular life forms, mostly bacteria.  As for the archeological dig, it's on the other side of the moon.  So I can't scan it accurately
OPS_Mushgrave says:
CO:  Aye... ::Tapes a few buttons::  Channel opened.

ACTION: Communications are established with the warbird.

Host Cmdr_Petra says:
@::Sitting in his chair::  COM: CO: Very good to see you again.  The trip was uneventful?
Host CO_Madred says:
COM: Petra: I believe you said something about a briefing? Shall we proceed to the surface then?
CNS_Valis says:
::Sits back in her chair as the view on the screen changes and studies Petra closer this time.::
OPS_Mushgrave says:
FCO:  You know these are the quietest warbirds I've ever encountered..  You would think they would be sending images... or whatever back to their Capital..
SO_Gomes says:
CSO: Perhaps we can get some samples from the surface too if we get down there
Host CO_Madred says:
XO: Contact Doctor Causegrave ... he'll maintain command of the Paula Greene while the rest of the senior staff heads to the surface.
FCO_Panthera says:
OPS: Who says they aren't?
CIV_Ryan says:
::Looks at the viewscreen then back at the scanner monitor::
Host Cmdr_Petra says:
@COM: CO: Indeed, I spoke of a briefing.  I was going to allow you the comfort of your vessel.  I, meanwhile, will be remaining here and giving the briefing long distance, as you say.
OPS_Mushgrave says:
FCO:  I didn't pick anything up on subspace...  ::Frowns::
CSO_Tsalea says:
SO:  My understanding, is that we would be going down.
XO_Amendoeira says:
::nods:: CO : Certainly, sir... ::gets on the comm with Causegrave::
Host CO_Madred says:
::glances at Tealk again:: COM: Petra: All right... ::thinks something stinks in Denmark::
CEO_Burke says:
::blanches at the idea of another away mission - they never seem to go too well for him::
FCO_Panthera says:
::leans over and whispers:: OPS: I don't know then...they are such sneaky beings.
SO_Gomes says:
CSO: If we are really allowed ::glances at the viewscreen::
Host Cmdr_Petra says:
@COM: CO: Your crew is assembled?
XO_Amendoeira says:
::whispers:: CO : Typical Romulan...
CSO_Tsalea says:
CO:  I am unable to read below the surface beyond 10 meters.
CSO_Tsalea says:
SO:  Confirm and see if you can discover why.
FCO_Panthera says:
::continues whispering:: OPS: I sure hope they don't expect me to go down there with that bunch of Rommies.
XO_Amendoeira says:
::gets up, and heads to the Science console::
SO_Gomes says:
::checks her readings while nodding at the CSO::
CNS_Valis says:
::Shifts in her seat a bit and studies his expression and body language some more as she tries to decide if she's on track or not.::
CIV_Ryan says:
CO/XO: Scans do not detect any other Romulan vessels in the area, Sirs.
SO_Gomes says:
::checks for rare alloys and shielding against scans::
CSO_Tsalea says:
SO:  Odd... I am reading a form of metallic compound.  Please check the original report.
OPS_Mushgrave says:
::Shrugs::  FCO:  We do what we are told I guess... ::Turns and looks at her::  Maybe you'll get lucky and one will accidentally shot himself in the foot?
FCO_Panthera says:
OPS: In the head would be better. ::sits back up looking at her station::
Host CO_Madred says:
::looks around the bridge:: COM: Petra: Yes, I believe we're all here...
OPS_Mushgrave says:
::Chuckles::
XO_Amendoeira says:
CSO : Problems?
CEO_Burke says:
::walks over and stands next to Ryan, leaning on the TAC bar for support as he faces the viewscreen::
Host Cmdr_Petra says:
@::Nods:: COM: CO: Very well, then, Captain.  First, allow me to explain some background.
CNS_Valis says:
::Taps Madred's elbow lightly and whispers:: CO: Why is he reluctant to join us?
CSO_Tsalea says:
XO:  Unknown.  In accurate or incomplete data.
XO_Amendoeira says:
CSO : On what?
CIV_Ryan says:
::Glances at Burke leaning on the tactical bar:: CEO: Do you mind, Burke?  ::Nods to his arm resting on the tactical bar::
Host Cmdr_Petra says:
@COM: CO: The Pi Mensae system was believed to lie along the path taken by those who fled Vulcan at the Time of Awakening, as you know it, and sits in a location concurrent with the estimated distance for a refueling station.  The information that led your scientists to believe this comes from a newly re-translated scroll.
SO_Gomes says:
CSO: The original report spoke nothing of this compound. It could be the barrier blocking our sensors
Host CO_Madred says:
::glances at Valis:: CNS: Good question. This Romulan isn't acting very ... Romulish.
CSO_Tsalea says:
XO:  I am unable to read more then 10 meters below the surface.  I have no reference of this metallic compound we are picking up.  ::Nods to the SO::  Then it was not originally picked up.
CNS_Valis says:
::Shakes her head slightly:: CO: No he's not.
CEO_Burke says:
::smirks:: CIV: Nope, I don't mind at all.  ::waits a moment, then moves over to the side::
SO_Gomes says:
CSO/XO: It could be a rare alloy of natural occurrence or it could be artificial
SO_Gomes says:
CO/CSO: Would the Romulans be able to help?
Host Cmdr_Petra says:
@::Stops for a moment as the Captain talks.  He looks slightly annoyed that the Captain isn't paying full attention, then carries on:: COM: CO: The Federation Archeological Society then petitioned the Romulan government for entry into our space, and were granted it, on the condition that they share any information that was discovered.
CSO_Tsalea says:
::Catching Petra's words turns around then back to the others::  SO/XO:  curious... I saw no mention of this being along the path of the original Vulcans leaving... ::stops and thinks through her history for a moment.::
CNS_Valis says:
::Catches the slight change in the Romulan's voice for a brief moment and turns her full attention back to the screen.::
XO_Amendoeira says:
::rubs chin:: SO : They would.. But i don't think they are...
CSO_Tsalea says:
::Comes back to the presence:: SO:  Unknown.... our data is incomplete as it stands.
Host Cmdr_Petra says:
@COM: CO: Once arriving in the system, the team scanned the planet, and then the moon, looking for those clues that would tell them where to begin.  Locating a metallic reading under the moon's surface, they beamed down and began setting up the grid system, 10 meters out from the initial readings.
XO_Amendoeira says:
::half listening to Petra:: SO, CSO : Looks like they know more than we do... Were the team's reports doctored in anyway?
XO_Amendoeira says:
SO , CSO : Check please...

ACTION: As if on cue, the dig site comes around the "horizon" of the moon

SO_Gomes says:
::frowns listening to the Romulan then catches the XO's and CSO's words::
CSO_Tsalea says:
SO:  Please pull up the full report we were given.  It is not much.
Host CO_Madred says:
::trying to pay attention to the Romulan, but hard with all the talking going on around the bridge today::
SO_Gomes says:
::brings up the original report, using a search algorithm to look for signs of tampering::
Host Cmdr_Petra says:
@COM: CO: The initial readings were investigated on the second day, and at first, it merely looked like space debris.  Through further investigation, it was discovered to actually be debris, but from a class of space vessel that would have come from the Independence Era.  I will now send you the map of the site, downloaded from their shuttle.
CIV_Ryan says:
::Records the Romulan transmission on her tactical console for future reference::
XO_Amendoeira says:
::goes back to the command area, and leans in, whispering at the CO's ear:: CO :They seem to have more information on this than we do... I can't believe the scientific team would be so .. scarce in their reports..
Host CO_Madred says:
::looks at Valis:: CNS: The Independence Era?
CNS_Valis says:
::Shrugs slightly and quietly replies:: CO: I'll check now.
CSO_Tsalea says:
CO:  Where there no survivors at all?
Host CO_Madred says:
XO: We only have the reports the science team was able to transmit and were successfully received. In Romulan space that doesn't mean we have all of them.
SO_Gomes says:
::frowns as the words appear before her::
XO_Amendoeira says:
::nods:: COM: Petra : Excuse me.. May I ask how you have so much information of the site? Were you watching it in any way?
CNS_Valis says:
::A quick search calls up the information and she forwards it to Madred and Amendoeira's consoles... Independence Era is what the Romulans call the Time of Awakening. In their view it was a liberation.::
Host CO_Madred says:
::looks at Tealk with a raised eyebrow::

ACTION: A data chunk comes in, containing a map, and a listing of the team.

SO_Gomes says:
CSO/XO: What we have is little more than what the Romulans wanted us to know I'm afraid. What we do have directly from the team is in accordance with the Romulan's description
OPS_Mushgrave says:
::Sees information scrolling across her console.::  CO/XO:  They are sending us the listing of the science team...
CIV_Ryan says:
::Opens the map file and begins studying it::
Host Cmdr_Petra says:
@COM: XO: No more than your Federation.  As I said, there was an information exchange in regards to this site.  Everything I am telling you can be verified by your Starfleet Command.
OPS_Mushgrave says:
::Opens the file and begins to scan the names.::
XO_Amendoeira says:
COM: Petra : I realize that.. What I meant was.. Do you have any extra information on what may have happened? Maybe a science ship passing by.. A patrol craft, that may have observed anything strange?
OPS_Mushgrave says:
CSO:  I've got the list of the names here... maybe you know some of them...
Host CO_Madred says:
COM: Petra: There is one thing you haven't told us about Commander Petra. Why is it believed that everyone at the dig site perished in the cave-in? And what caused the cave-in?
OPS_Mushgrave says:
CSO:  Archeological Team: Professor Selok, Vulcan - Long history in field of archeology, having won several awards and been involved in significant digs in Vulcan space and in Bajoran space.  Also has background in xenobiology.  Adjunct Professor T'var, Vulcan - Up and coming archeologist, also has background in mathematics.  Lieutenant Grey, Human - Starfleet Sciences.  Ensign Harrison, Human - Starfleet Sciences.  Eas Bel, Unjoined Trill - Archeologist working on behalf of the Federation in this dig.  Ala Chian, Betazed - Archeologist, working on behalf of the Federation in this dig.
CSO_Tsalea says:
::Listens::
SO_Gomes says:
::listens intensively to the team's description while keeping an eye on information coming in from the site::
CSO_Tsalea says:
OPS:  I am familiar with Selok and his work.  None were found alive?  That does not make sense.  They would not all have gone down below.
SO_Gomes says:
CSO/OPS: Which is against standard procedure
CSO_Tsalea says:
SO:  Correct.
OPS_Mushgrave says:
CSO:  I'll verify through SF command....
Host Cmdr_Petra says:
@COM: CO/XO: Now, then.  First of all, there were no vessels passing by here.  We trusted your team to work.  And I am getting to the reports of the cave in
CSO_Tsalea says:
OPS:  Thank you.
Host CO_Madred says:
::decides they should just sit back and wait for this weird Romulan to finish his rambling::
XO_Amendoeira says:
::nods, and sits back down, leaning back::
SO_Gomes says:
CSO: From what I can gather, the camp seems to be just as they left it, nothing appears to be out of it's place
OPS_Mushgrave says:
CSO:  Well Ma'am, something sent them all below.  Their shuttle is down there....hmmmm I wonder.
Host Cmdr_Petra says:
@COM: CO: Anomalous underground readings began appearing in this square here on the fourth day.  They used digging tools for a while, then the ground below them literally gave way.  No one was seriously injured, and they had mistakenly stumbled upon an underground series of tunnels.
SO_Gomes says:
CSO: It is as if everyone decided to explore the same place at once, there was the cave in and they died

ACTION: On cue, the block at grid (8, 3) begins blinking.

CIV_Ryan says:
::Checks the location on the map::
SO_Gomes says:
::checks sensor data on the block that seemed to get the computer's attention::
CSO_Tsalea says:
SO:  It is still against procedures for everyone to go, especially as it was underground.
Host Cmdr_Petra says:
@COM: CO: Once underground, it was realized that something in the moon's composition was blocking sensor scans from penetrating the surface, thus they had not discovered this sooner.
Host Cmdr_Petra says:
@COM: CO: Investigating the tunnels over the next two days proved fruitful.  There appeared to be spare supplies stockpiled, along with relatively primitive housing materials and air recyclers, apparently as a backup if it was decided to populate this moon.  There were also writings on the wall, in an ancient script.
SO_Gomes says:
CSO: Yes, and if it was an emergency, they didn't seem to take any precautions or leave any backups
CSO_Tsalea says:
::Her eyebrows raise at the mention of writings::
Host CO_Madred says:
::has lost track of whether Petra is talking about what the scientists found or if he is talking about what Romulan investigators found::
Host Cmdr_Petra says:
@COM: CO: On the seventh day, the situation turned worse.  The two Vulcans on the team fell ill, and had to be returned to the shuttle that had brought them.  The remaining four members continued to work through the day in two teams of two.
Host Cmdr_Petra says:
@COM: CO: Midway through the day, one of the Team 2 members disappeared, reportedly captured and taken by the Vulcans themselves.  The remaining three members fell victim to a cave-in not long after.
SO_Gomes says:
::adjusts her uniform while glancing at the viewscreen for a moment::
Host Cmdr_Petra says:
@COM: CO: Despite the appearance, the Romulan investigation turned up no foul play, and the cave-in appeared to be natural.  The three bodies are being held in stasis here, and can be transported to your ship at any time.
CIV_Ryan says:
::Thinks: Why would only the Vulcans of the group fall ill?::
CSO_Tsalea says:
::Shakes her head::  SO:  Now we are hearing of Vulcans taking team members?
CSO_Tsalea says:
CO:  Permission to beam the bodies aboard to sickbay.
CNS_Valis says:
::Has a number of questions but quietly sits back in her seat and continues to observe Petra as he talks.::
SO_Gomes says:
CSO: Yes and there is this strange illness we were not told of. I am not liking this
Host Cmdr_Petra says:
@COM: CO: As far as we know, there are no traces of the Vulcans or the missing team member, but we must consider them dead, as they have not reported to camp in the last few days to appropriate food or water.
Host CO_Madred says:
CSO: You have located bodies?
CEO_Burke says:
::wonders if this is another psychic attack like on that icy planet place they went::
CSO_Tsalea says:
CO:  Petra just said that he had three bodies held in stasis waiting for us to beam them aboard.
Host CO_Madred says:
COM: Petra: May we beam those bodies aboard now?
CSO_Tsalea says:
CO:  As there is question of a disease, I would recommend level one quarantine.
Host Cmdr_Petra says:
@COM: CO: Yes.  The coordinates are... ::looks at his console and reads off coordinates::
SO_Gomes says:
::ponders this new data::

ACTION: The shields of the Golden Shield drop.

Host CO_Madred says:
CSO: Proceed....
CSO_Tsalea says:
Sickbay:  Prepare for incoming, level one quarantine.
CIV_Ryan says:
CO: I would advise against beaming the bodies aboard, Sir.  At least not until we have determined they are safe from bacterial contamination.
CSO_Tsalea says:
::nods toward the captain and locks onto the bodies, beaming them to sickbay as soon as they inform her they are ready.::
Host CO_Madred says:
CIV: Objection noted, Commander. CSO: Full bio-hazard containment, Commander.
SO_Gomes says:
CIV: If quarantine procedures are followed, there shouldn't be a problem

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