Host John_Sea says:
Resume USS Andromeda "Deep Space Exploration" 10208.18
 CMO_Graves says:
::in sickbay::
Host CO_Sketek says:
FCO: Our location, heading, and status?
FCO_Durron says:
::sitting at the conn plotting a nice loopy course in around most of the planets in this system::
CTO_Senek says:
::Finishes the scans of the system::
CTO_Senek says:
CO: The fourth planet of this system is class M. There are ruins of several cities on its surface.
Host CO_Sketek says:
CTO: That sounds interesting Can you give any more specific readings?
FCO_Durron says:
CO: we are currently outside the system. Warp Propulsion is off-line due to the string things and we are four days from Federation space.
CTO_Senek says:
CO: Not yet.
CTO_Senek says:
CO: There are several cosmic strings even inside this system. We shouldn't engage our warp drives.
CMO_Graves says:
::sends medical notes to the command staff, updating them on injuries sustained from coming in contact with the cosmic string::
CTO_Senek says:
::Does more scans on the ruins::
CEO_Martin says:
::at the computer core, working on fixing the damage::
Host CO_Sketek says:
*CEO* How are the repairs proceeding?
CMO_Graves says:
::findings are conclusive that the radiation from the strings are not harmful to humanoid lifeforms::
CEO_Martin says:
*CO*  repairs are starting to move more quickly, now that the computers mostly working okay again, things should all the a-okay in a jiffy sir.
CTO_Senek says:
CO: The ruins are composed of organic crystals. The civilization that once dwelled here may have been quite remarkable.
FCO_Durron says:
::glances at the CO than the CTO:: CTO:You said you wanted a closer look at the fourth planet?
Host CO_Sketek says:
*CEO* Very good. Keep up the good work.
CEO_Martin says:
::takes the pile of back-up disks from an EO, that contain the back-up software for the language banks, and starts to re-install the software::
CTO_Senek says:
::Glances at the CO first:: FCO: Yes.
Host CO_Sketek says:
FCO: I think that while we are still on our repairs, we might as well go to see the planet from a closer perspective.
CMO_Graves says:
::all crew have been released back to duty, no further nausea to report::
Host CO_Sketek says:
FCO: Plot a course there and engage at impulse.
CMO_Graves says:
::leaves her office and looks around the empty sickbay::
FCO_Durron says:
CO: aye
Host John_Sea says:
Action: The CEO begins to reload software into the primary computer core, corrupted data is being rewritten with clean data
FCO_Durron says:
::engages a nice little course to put the Andromeda in orbit of the fourth planet::
CTO_Senek says:
::Keeps scanning the ruins, just in case there were any power sources still active::
CMO_Graves says:
::smiles and leaves sickbay for the mess hall thinking breakfast is the most important meal of the day::
FCO_Durron says:
CO:ETA to fourth planet is one hour even.
Host CO_Sketek says:
FCO: Understood. It's a shame we can't go any faster.
CMO_Graves says:
::enters the TL:: TL: Officer's Mess, on the double.  I'm a hungry Doctor and not to be trifled with.
CMO_Graves says:
::steps off the TL and looks left and right, not wanting to knock anyone to the deck for getting in her way::
CTO_Senek says:
CO: Those ruins aren't actually so ancient I thought they were - they are only 100 years old.
Host CO_Sketek says:
CTO: Why do they seem to be so ancient then?
CEO_Martin says:
::still working on reloading the software, and accepts a cup of coffee from an EO::
FCO_Durron says:
::mutters something and begins fidgeting with his console::
CMO_Graves says:
::finds the Officer's Mess to be mostly empty and takes a seat with a view of the system::
Host John_Sea says:
Action: The Andromeda glides through space and now approaches the planet , orbit in 5 minutes
CMO_Graves says:
::nods to the Steward that she is ready to order::
FCO_Durron says:
CO: Orbit in five minutes sir
CTO_Senek says:
CO: I don't know if anything specific led me into that conclusion - perhaps I was reminded by some other, more ancient ruins.
FCO_Durron says:
::types in a standard approach to enter a standard orbit::
CMO_Graves says:
::orders a half stack of pancakes, bacon, homefries, two eggs over easy with toast, and black coffe and orange juice::  ::hears her comm that she has a message::
Host CO_Sketek says:
FCO: Understood. Put us into standard orbit when we have reached the planet.
FCO_Durron says:
CO:Aye sir
CTO_Senek says:
CO: Further scans indicate that the life forms on that planet seem to be based on crystalline structures, and not on the circulation of carbon.
CMO_Graves says:
::gives the Steward "the look" and stands to leave for Sickbay::
CMO_Graves says:
*Sickbay*: I'm on my way, have the bulletin on my desk in two minutes.
Host John_Sea says:
Action: The CEO has successfully restored the primary computer
CMO_Graves says:
::Enters Sickbay with a look of DND me or die look on her face::
Host CO_Sketek says:
*CEO* As you have had more than hour with the repairs, how fast have you proceeded?
CMO_Graves says:
::enters her office and calls up the bulletin::
CEO_Martin says:
*CO* the main computer has been completely restored
Host CO_Sketek says:
*CEO* That is very good news. Nice work.
FCO_Durron says:
::checks over everything and than looks up at the viewscreen;;
Host CO_Sketek says:
CO: I just wish to clarify, is the planet lifeless at the moment?
CMO_Graves says:
::taps her comm:: *Bridge*: I've received a bulletin from Medlab's, the structures in Crystal City are being used to create energy. The increased Electromagnetic energy in the system is causing the cosmic strings......and has caused life to evolve from crystals here instead of flesh.
CTO_Senek says:
CO: No life signs are currently detected. On the other hand, our sensors are configured to detect beings that we are familiar with, and the energetic crystals may deceive them.
Host CO_Sketek says:
*CMO* That is enlightening piece of information. Thank you.
CEO_Martin says:
*CO* I'll be switching the computer back to the main computer in the next 2 minutes. Unless you want me to do it another time...
Host CO_Sketek says:
CTO: Is it safe to put an away team on the planet?
FCO_Durron says:
::types a message to the shuttlebay crew:: "Hay guys you may want to prep a shuttlecraft might be useful soon. Thanks'
CMO_Graves says:
*CO* You're welcome Captain, now if you'll excuse me, I'm off to breakfast .
CMO_Graves says:
::slams the comm closed::
Host CO_Sketek says:
*CEO* Proceed with the plan. Switch whenever you are ready.
CEO_Martin says:
::proceeds to switch from the secondary computer to the main computer::
CTO_Senek says:
CO: The atmosphere is breathable; but something must have destroyed that civilization that seems to have flourished just a hundred years ago. I would advise caution.
CMO_Graves says:
::grumpy without her morning coffee::
CTO_Senek says:
CO: But, there are no currently detectable threats.
Host CO_Sketek says:
CTO: Understood.
Host John_Sea says:
Action: The Main Computer is successfully restored and the Secondary Computer goes offline, all stations and sensors are now restored to 100% operational status
CMO_Graves says:
::once again enters the Officer's Mess::
CMO_Graves says:
::nods to the same Steward::
CEO_Martin says:
::looks over the status of operations on the ship, and notes that transporters will work exceptionally well:: *CO* it seems the transporters are working exceptionally well at the moment, it would seem the crystal city on the planet is focusing the energy....
CMO_Graves says:
::smiles as her coffee and juice are brought to her table, she looks out at the planet they are orbiting::
Host CO_Sketek says:
*CEO* Very good.
Host CO_Sketek says:
FCO: How long until we are in the orbit?
CMO_Graves says:
::studies the planet from obit, noticing how pretty it looks and enjoys the kick she is getting from the caffeine::
FCO_Durron says:
::looks at his console and hits buttons::CO: Ready For orbit now sir.
Host CO_Sketek says:
FCO: Enter the orbit.
FCO_Durron says:
CO:Aye sir
CTO_Senek says:
::Looks for anything hostile in the environment of the planet::
CMO_Graves says:
::hears a beep and looks at her PADD::
FCO_Durron says:
::types the standard orbit entry procedure into his console than hits engage::
Host John_Sea says:
Action: The Andromeda enters standard orbit of the planet
CMO_Graves says:
::notes the medlab's findings are alarming::
CMO_Graves says:
::tells the Steward to hold her breakfast and she exits to head to the Bridge::
Host CO_Sketek says:
CTO: Scan the planet and try to see what would be the best landing location for an away team if they wish to make historical and physical studies about the area.
CMO_Graves says:
*CO* I'm getting reports that the planet crystal structures are metabolizing the oxygen.......
CTO_Senek says:
::Looks for the area with the highest concentration of old structures::
CTO_Senek says:
CO: Aye.
CMO_Graves says:
*CO* ::continues:: but the seems natural for them, they absorb oxygen and energy to live......::mutter to self::
CMO_Graves says:
::exits the TL onto the Bridge and looks around::
Host CO_Sketek says:
*CMO* Understood.
CTO_Senek says:
CO: The largest city of the planet is on one of the ocean shores. ::Sends the coordinates to CO and FCO's terminals::
FCO_Durron says:
::looks at the cmo and nodds::
CMO_Graves says:
::looks at the CO:: CO: I'm right behind you, Captain.
CTO_Senek says:
CO: I think we could start from there.
FCO_Durron says:
::heres a blip from his console than looks back to his console::
Host CO_Sketek says:
CTO: Yes, that would be the appropriate thing to do.
CMO_Graves says:
::taps her padd for further details:: All: Seems there are no by-product waste from the process, no carbon dioxide ::looks for a Science Officer::
Host CO_Sketek says:
*Senior officers* All senior officers are to take part in the away team heading for the planet. Coordinate with junior officers that your duties are dealt with while you are gone. We will meet at the transporter room two.
CMO_Graves says:
::doesn't see a Science officer present::
CMO_Graves says:
:;contacts Sickbay with orders to have a medkit ready and waiting for her in transporter room two::
CTO_Senek says:
::Sees to it that an ensign takes his place on the bridge and then goes to the turbolift::
FCO_Durron says:
CO: Sir may I advise that the away team wear evac suits. and that one senior officer stay with the ship?
CMO_Graves says:
::stands in line for the TL::
CTO_Senek says:
FCO: I doubt that eva suits are necessary - the atmosphere is safe, and radiation levels are well below the danger levels.
CMO_Graves says:
::stomach rumbles and is sorry she missed her breakfast::
Host CO_Sketek says:
FCO: It is not necessary to have a senior officer on the ship. We have many younger officers that are fully capable of taking care of the situation.
FCO_Durron says:
CO: understood
Host John_Sea says:
<Transporter_Chief_Molecules> ::waits in TR::
CMO_Graves says:
::rides down to the transporter room::
CTO_Senek says:
::Sighs and wonders why COs are always so willing to risk themselves::
Host CO_Sketek says:
All: So, let's not waste time. ::Leaves to the TR2::
CMO_Graves says:
::already there::
FCO_Durron says:
CTO:Sir with all due respect I find it hard to believe that we can detect all of the airborne viruses and other things that may be dangerous from orbit sir.
Host John_Sea says:
<Molecules> CMO: Well hello, step into my parlor
CMO_Graves says:
::nods to the medtech and takes the Medkit, medical tricorder and phaser::
CEO_Martin says:
::assigns two EOs to be in charge of ME while she is gone and heads for the TL steps in and orders it to the TR::
CMO_Graves says:
::glares at Molecules::
Host John_Sea says:
<Molecules> ::grins::
CTO_Senek says:
FCO: Of course it is difficult to be hundred percent certain of the safety of the environment, but I believe we are safe enough.
Host CO_Sketek says:
*SO Reynolds* You are ordered to take control of the bridge while the senior officers are gone. Should any problems arise, contact the away team.
CMO_Graves says:
Molecules: I can take care of that pimple on your shoulder there, won't take a moment.
CTO_Senek says:
FCO: The local viruses, for example, shouldn't be adapted to attack carbon-based life forms.
Host John_Sea says:
<Molecules> CMO: How would you like your atoms, scrambled, over easy?
Host CO_Sketek says:
::In turbolift::
FCO_Durron says:
::stands up turns his console over to a ens.::(whispered to ens)if anything interesting happens contact me that is an order.
CEO_Martin says:
::steps off the TL, looking in the kit she grabbed to make sure everything is there, and heads for the TR::
FCO_Durron says:
CTO: whatever you say sir.
CMO_Graves says:
Molecules: Don't remind me, I missed my breakfast! ::glares::  And I have a special pair of medical gloves with your name on them.
FCO_Durron says:
::allows everyone to take the TL down than enters the next one::
Host John_Sea says:
<Molecules> CMO: I'm very good at what I do
CMO_Graves says:
::grumpy:: Molecules: So am I!
CEO_Martin says:
::enters the TR, hearing the TC joking with the CMO::
CTO_Senek says:
FCO: I would have agreed with the other part of your suggestion, but apparently our CO has made up his mind.
CMO_Graves says:
::waits for the others to arrive::
Host John_Sea says:
<Molecules> ::drums fingers on the transporter console::
CTO_Senek says:
::Arrives at the TR and makes sure that everyone has a phaser ready::
FCO_Durron says:
CTO: why is it that we always get COs who want to jump at the first danger they see? and Vulcan at that.
CEO_Martin says:
::leans against the transporter console waiting patiently for the rest of the AT to arrive::
Host CO_Sketek says:
::Arrives at the TR2 and nods at the people waiting there::
FCO_Durron says:
::enters the TR last and pulls a Phaser Rifle out of the storage rack::
CEO_Martin says:
::whistles Sgt Peppers Lonely Harts Club Band while she waits::
CMO_Graves says:
::nods at the CO's arrival::
Host John_Sea says:
<Molecules> CO: Co-ordinates ready
CEO_Martin says:
::stands up straighter now that the CO is there::
CTO_Senek says:
::Steps on the transporter pad::
Host CO_Sketek says:
::Steps to the pad:: Molecules: Energize.
CMO_Graves says:
CO/All: The oxygen meets with Earth Standard, I foresee no problems'
CMO_Graves says:
::stands on pad:
CEO_Martin says:
::waits on the transporter pad and waits::
FCO_Durron says:
::looks at everyone::quietly to Self: off on a jolly walking tour
CMO_Graves says:
::holds very very still::
FCO_Durron says:
::steps sullenly onto the pad::
Host John_Sea says:
Action: The away team successfully appears upon the surface of an Alien but beautiful city by the ocean, comprised of crystal
CMO_Graves says:
::looks around and removes her medical tricorder and begins to scan::
CTO_Senek says:
::Scans the surrounding area for any signs of activity::
CEO_Martin says:
::looks around and sees how beautiful the planets surface is::
FCO_Durron says:
::materializes a quarter of an inch above ground and butters something about transporter officers::
CMO_Graves says:
::tests the surface and finds it not slippery::
Host CO_Sketek says:
::Looks around::
Host CO_Sketek says:
CTO: Is the environment safe?
CMO_Graves says:
CO: the city seems to be pulsating with energy, but I detect no life forms.
CEO_Martin says:
::kneels down and picks up a small pebble of crystal and sticks it in a test-tube-like thing for later study::
FCO_Durron says:
::looks around for something to shoot::
CTO_Senek says:
CO: Should be.
CMO_Graves says:
ALL: its very quiet.
CEO_Martin says:
CMO: at least it's better than being shot at the second you beam down...
CTO_Senek says:
CO: There's nothing in the air that could harm us.
CMO_Graves says:
CEO: You betcha.
FCO_Durron says:
::doesn't like this place::
CMO_Graves says:
CEO: I'll take quiet anyday.
Host John_Sea says:
Action: The city looks like any other modern metropolis on Earth except it is made entirely of crystal
CMO_Graves says:
::continues to monitor the surrounding area on her medical tricorder::
CEO_Martin says:
::nods:: CMO: quiet is definitely a good alternative to hustling bustling Earth
Host CO_Sketek says:
CEO: Try to see if you can analyze the technology used here.
CMO_Graves says:
::nods::
CTO_Senek says:
All: I guess we should try and enter one of there crystal buildings to get some indications of what this people was like.
CEO_Martin says:
::walks closer to a building to take a closer look::
Host CO_Sketek says:
CTO: Very well. Let's do that.
CTO_Senek says:
CO: I detected a quick energy surge..
CTO_Senek says:
::Points to its direction:: CO: That way.
FCO_Durron says:
::pulls a tricorder out of his pack and begins scanning for vehicles or other forms of transportation::
Host John_Sea says:
Action: There is a rummaging noise coming from one of the buildings
CTO_Senek says:
::Scans the building::
CMO_Graves says:
::turns::
Host CO_Sketek says:
All: Just to be safe, make sure that your phasers are operational.
CEO_Martin says:
::pulls out her tricorder to scan for any technology::
CTO_Senek says:
CO: Be prepared to order a beamout. I don't want to take any risks.
Host CO_Sketek says:
CTO: I agree with that.
FCO_Durron says:
::looks at the CO than checks his rifle's power charge and operational status::
CMO_Graves says:
::checks the charge::
Host John_Sea says:
Action: A dog appears from the rubble with a crystal in its mouth, the dog is made entirely of transparent crystal, with a core of light energy
CTO_Senek says:
::Scans the dog::
CMO_Graves says:
::scans the dog::
Host Crystal_Dog says:
Aloud: Ruff!
CMO_Graves says:
::toself:: This is impossible.
CEO_Martin says:
::raises an eyebrow at the dog:: self: a dog....the reminds me of Will's dog...
CTO_Senek says:
CO: It appears that my suspicions were correct - our sensors weren't able to detect these crystalline life forms.
FCO_Durron says:
::points his rifle at the dog looks it over than looks around again::
Host CO_Sketek says:
Dog: Hello. Do you understand me?
Host Crystal_Dog says:
Aloud: Ruff! ::wags its crystal tail::
CEO_Martin says:
::walks up the dog and holds out a hand carefully::
CMO_Graves says:
::looks at her scan:: CO: this creature shows as a lifeforce, its metabolizing the planet’s energy and oxygen.
FCO_Durron says:
::scans for a vehicle or anything like that at all::
CTO_Senek says:
CEO: Be careful.. I think those crystal teeth are quite nasty.
Host Crystal_Dog says:
Action: The dog approaches the CEO and touches her hand with its paw, the crystal is warm and smooth to the touch
CMO_Graves says:
CEO: Careful there, I wouldn't touch it!
CTO_Senek says:
::Turns to the direction of the energy surge::
CMO_Graves says:
::scans the CEO::
CTO_Senek says:
::Tries to detect anything similar to the dog coming from the direction of the other surge::
CEO_Martin says:
all: he - or she - feels nice and smooth and warm
Host Crystal_Dog says:
Action: more rummaging from the building
CMO_Graves says:
CEO: YOU never approach an unknown lifeform! ::said quietly under her breath within his hearing::
CEO_Martin says:
::smiles at the dog:: dog: you aren't going to hurt us are you?
CMO_Graves says:
::turns from CEO to the rumbling::
Host Crystal_Dog says:
::smiles at the CEO::
Host CO_Sketek says:
::Observes the situation with caution::
FCO_Durron says:
::looks at the dog again and gets worried::CEO: dose that dog have hair like the Terran version?
CEO_Martin says:
::raises both eyebrows in surprise::
CTO_Senek says:
::Walks carefully to the direction of the last surge::
CMO_Graves says:
::scans::
CEO_Martin says:
FCO: no, he's made of crystal just like the buildings
Host Crystal_Dog says:
Action: What appears to be a 10 year old girl emerges from the building <Universal Translator> "Rover, where are you?"
FCO_Durron says:
CEO: no crystal version of hair than?
CMO_Graves says:
::feels the CEO is taking way too many risks::
CEO_Martin says:
::looks up at the girl::
CMO_Graves says:
::stunned and scans the girl:: CO: I'm getting the same readings as I get from the animal.
CTO_Senek says:
::Looks at the girl, lowers his phaser::
FCO_Durron says:
::Looks at the girl but doesn't aim his rifle at her::
Host Crystal_Dog says:
Action: The girl is made entirely of an emerald colored crystal very fine, delicate but precise features
FCO_Durron says:
::curses and begins looking for cover::
Host CO_Sketek says:
::Turns to the girl:: Girl: We come in peace. Do you understand me?
CMO_Graves says:
::watches the animal while everyone else’s attention is on the girl::
Host Crystal_Dog says:
<Girl> UT: "Rover there you are" ::stops and looks up at the CO::
CTO_Senek says:
::Waits for the girl to do something::
Host Crystal_Girl says:
CO: <UT>Who are you?
Host CO_Sketek says:
Girl: We are people from the United Federation of Planets.
CMO_Graves says:
::stomach rumbles again::
CEO_Martin says:
::considers the UT's translations so far....:: self: a bit too much organized speech for a little kid....
Host Crystal_Girl says:
CO: <UT> You are made of , um what are you made of?
CTO_Senek says:
::Wonders why there aren't any others around::
Host CO_Sketek says:
Girl: Carbon and water mostly.
Host Crystal_Girl says:
CO: <UT> How can you survive on a crystal based planet?
CTO_Senek says:
::Is a bit surprised at the girl not being frightened by aliens::
Host CO_Sketek says:
Girl: The atmosphere is breathable for us. We breath oxygen.
Host Crystal_Girl says:
CO:<UT> I metabolize oxygen as well ::smiles::
CMO_Graves says:
::wonders what they injest for food besides energy from the system:
CMO_Graves says:
::scratches head::
FCO_Durron says:
::looks for any other movement::
CEO_Martin says:
::looks the girl over, and goes and taps the CO on the shoulder, and speaks in a lower voice:: CO: doesn't she speak a bit ...too maturely for a 10 year old child?
Host CO_Sketek says:
Girl: This planet is a mystery for us and we would like to know more.
Host Crystal_Girl says:
Pause USS Andromeda "Deep Space Exploration" 10208.18