<ACTDJohnSea> Resume USS Andromeda "Deep Space Exploration" 10209.08

<CNS_Jordain> ::awakens in TL out of a sleepwalking adventure not knowing where he is going::
<XO_Gomes> ::steps out of the shuttle with a small bag. A boy, Shane, walks behind::
<CSO_Z`heta> ::looks at the CNS::  CNS: Tal, are you OK?
<CEO_Martin> @::looking around at the crystal park, scanning the area for info on the technology here::
<CO_Sketek> @::Trying to see where the girl is leading them in the crystal world::
<ACTDJohnSea> <Ens Welcome> XO: Welcome aboard ::salutes::
<CSO_Z`heta> XO: Welcome on Board, Sir. It'll be a pleasure serving under you. ::Salutes::
<CNS_Jordain> ::awakens when he hears his name and looks at himself seeing that he is wearing his black cloak with the hood:: CSO: Ha, sorry Rie. Yes I’m fine
<FCO_Durron> ::quietly looks at the controls than steps back outside::
<XO_Gomes> ::looks around the shuttlebay then spots the young ensign:: Ens Welcome: Thank you. I understand the Captain is on the planet. Who is the senior officer aboard?
<Crystal_Girl> Action: The Crystal Girl looks at the CO and blinks her emerald eyes
<CO_Sketek> @Girl: Do you know where your parents are?
<Crystal_Girl> <Ens Welcome> XO: You are Ma'am now
<CNS_Jordain> ::sees a new face and opens his cloak revealing his uniform:: XO: Welcome on board.
<CSO_Z`heta> CNS: It looked like you were sleepwalking...  Nevermind, I'm seeing things
<CNS_Jordain> ::whispers to the CSO:: CSO: I was ::smiles::
<XO_Gomes> ::smiles:: Ens Welcome: Guess so. Please take Shane ::points to the boy:: and my bags to my quarters
<Shane_Zaris> ::The 5 year old charge of the XO comes out of the shuttle behind her, carrying his own 'lil bag::
<CSO_Z`heta> ::raises an eyebrow and smiles to the CNS::
<Crystal_Girl> CO: Yes they are in the city, please follow me ::smiles:: <Crystal Dog Rover> Ruff!
<FCO_Durron> ::looks at the car again than walks back into the room and finds a good seat to wait for any changes::
<XO_Gomes> ::notices the CNS recognizing his face from the roster:: CNS: Thank you. I read the details on the current mission but I'd like to be in contact with the captain as soon as possible
<CO_Sketek> @Girl: Ok ::Follows and waves hand to CEO so that she would follow too::
<Crystal_Girl> Action: The Ens takes the XO's bags and leads the boy to the XO’s quarters
<CEO_Martin> @::looks up and follows after the rest of the team::
<CNS_Jordain> XO: Commander Gomes I Presume. Welcome on board.
<Shane_Zaris> ::Is led away, a bit puzzled::
<Crystal_Girl> ::begins walking through the crystal park watching all the other crystal people with her dog and the away team in tow::;  Action: Gateways appear to be constantly opening and closing as an accepted form of travel
<XO_Gomes> ::nods to the CNS then turns to the CSO:: CSO You must be Lieutenant Z'heta. I will want to have a meeting with you to discus a few details when you can
<CNS_Jordain> XO: The Captain is on the surface at the moment and we where on our way down in fact ma’am.
<CSO_Z`heta> XO: I'm at your service, Sir.
<CEO_Martin> @::walking with the team looking around at the amazing crystal park and the people in it:: self: this is so amazing...
<XO_Gomes> ::still isn't used to having everyone talk to her with such protocol:: CNS: Then I'll join you, no better way to know exactly what is happening.
<Crystal_Girl> Action: The Ens shows Shane the XO’s new quarters
<CO_Sketek> @::Following the girl, watching around in amazement::
<XO_Gomes> CNS/CSO: The ship's situation is nominal?
<CSO_Z`heta> XO: I understand you held the CSO position yourself.  I look forward to our meeting, Commander
<FCO_Durron> ::gets out a padd and begins working on how the vehicle works::
<Crystal_Girl> CO: Where do you come from?
<CO_Sketek> @Girl: Planet Vulcan. It's in the Milky Way galaxy.
<CNS_Jordain> XO: Very well Ma'am. ::looks at Rie:: Then I think it is best we get going then, wouldn't you say so Mr. Z'heta?
<CSO_Z`heta> XO: From the technical point of view, everything's in order.
<XO_Gomes> CSO: Yes I did, that’s exactly why I need to talk to you. but that can wait
<CSO_Z`heta> CNS: I agree.
<XO_Gomes> ::nods to the CNS::
<CSO_Z`heta> ::nods at the XO's remark::
<CNS_Jordain> XO: If you will follow me Ma'am ::walks out heading for the Transporter Room::
<Shane_Zaris> ::Suddenly behind the XO, CNS & CSO:: XO: This place is taller than the Elara. But not wider.
<XO_Gomes> CNS/CSO: Well, you know the ship better than me. Lead the way
<XO_Gomes> ::looks back a bit startled::
<Crystal_Girl> Action: The away team walk through the crystal city which is teeming with crystal beings who appear to be going about their business, various other lifeforms are mulling about the streets as crystal vehicles seem to function as transportation, cosmic strings dot the skies like stars
<CSO_Z`heta> ::starts walking towards the TR::
<CNS_Jordain> ::looks back at the little boy that behind::
<Shane_Zaris> ::Looks up at the three of them with his eyes, his crystal blue pupils sparkling::
<XO_Gomes> Shane: Please stay in our room for the time being. I'll show you around soon
<FCO_Durron> ::spots a flashing timer and remembers something:: Self: I thought I was forgetting something
<FCO_Durron> ::looks around and realizes that he is talking to his self::
<Shane_Zaris> ::Tilts his head:: XO: Why can't I come along?
<XO_Gomes> Shane: Well, it is a starfleet mission. Only officers should go. to anyone else it could be dangerous
<CEO_Martin> @self: this reminds me almost of a big city on Earth...
<Shane_Zaris> XO: It could be dangerous to you.
<Crystal_Girl> <Security> XO: Will you require an escort?
<CNS_Jordain> ::is waiting for the XO a bit further in the hall::
<CSO_Z`heta> ::waits for the XO::
<CO_Sketek> @CEO: Look at the sky. It is fascinating.
<XO_Gomes> Shane: But I am used to it. Besides its my job
<XO_Gomes> Shane: Trust me, you must stay
<XO_Gomes> ::looks at the CSO and CNS then back at the child. This is truly not a good way to start::
<CEO_Martin> @::looks up at the sky:: CO: yes, it is amazing
<CNS_Jordain> ::walks towards the XO:: XO: Ma'am, If you want I can let my assistant show your son around
<Shane_Zaris> ::Frowns:: XO: All right. Just don't die again. ::Turns and walks down the corridor::
<XO_Gomes> CNS: Yes, please do that ::smiles:: And he is not my son, but a very good companion
<XO_Gomes> ::sighs::
<CEO_Martin> @::glances at her tricorder:: CO: my tricorder indicates that this solar system is populated by cosmic strings like the colony worlds solar system....how interesting...
<XO_Gomes> ::looks at the security officer waiting for a response::
<CNS_Jordain> XO: Sorry Ma'am, But what did he mean by "don't die again"?
<XO_Gomes> CSO/CNS: Is there any dangers on the planet that we should need an escort?
<Crystal_Girl> <Security_Officer> ::walks up to the XO:: XO: Would you care for an armed escort?
<XO_Gomes> CNS: Oh its a long story. I was dead once. Maybe I'd make an interesting psychological paper. Shane too
<CO_Sketek> @CEO: That should explain how their transporting technology works.
<CSO_Z`heta> XO: I don't know of any such danger...  Our CO is down there too.
<FCO_Durron> ::sighs and pulls out a tricorder and begins scanning the porthole::
<CEO_Martin> @::nods:: CSO: yes, it should...
<CNS_Jordain> *Ms Mecca* Can you please show the small companion of our new XO around please and keep him busy until we get back?
<XO_Gomes> Security Officer: One security officer, armed with hand phaser only
<CNS_Jordain> <Mecca> *CNS* Yes sir
<XO_Gomes> CSO/CNS: Better do it the safe way
<Crystal_Girl> Action: The crystal girl stops at what appears to be a residence, fishes into her pocket, produces a key and opens the door All: After you ::smiles innocently as her dog races into the house::
<CNS_Jordain> XO: Yes ma'am, My assistants is going to keep Shane busy until we get back
<Crystal_Girl> <Security_Officer> XO: Yes Ma'am
<CEO_Martin> @::smiles at the girl and her dog, and waits for the CO to enter the building::
<XO_Gomes> CNS: Thank you. I apologize for the interruption. We should get going
<CO_Sketek> @::Looks at the girl, wonders a bit, then enters inside::
<CSO_Z`heta> :resumes walking::
<CEO_Martin> @::enters the building after the CO::
<CNS_Jordain> XO: No problem at all Ma'am. Lets go ::walks in front again and arriving in the TR::
<XO_Gomes> ::walks after the CSO and CNS::
<Crystal_Girl> Action: The interior of the home is decorated with various furniture and tapestries, all made of living crystal, there are tables, chairs, video equipment and stairs, the girls' parents are sitting at the dining room table reading the crystal times
<CSO_Z`heta> XO: This is our TR. ::Steps on the platform:: XO: Whenever you want to give the oreder...
<CNS_Jordain> ::walks up onto the transporter padd awaiting to be beamed down::
<Shane_Zaris> ::Finds Mecca:: Mecca: Hi.
<CSO_Z`heta> <order>
<Crystal_Girl> <Transporter_Chief_Molecules>All: Step into my parlor ::grins::
<FCO_Durron> ::walks around the porthole and continues to scan it::
<XO_Gomes> CSO/CNS: Were you planning to beam to the CO's location?
<CNS_Jordain> <Mecca>Shane: Hi there, you must be Shane right ::smiles::
<CNS_Jordain> ::looks at the CSO::
<XO_Gomes> ::steps to the transporter pad::
<CO_Sketek> @::Raises his hand for a greeting:: Parents: Greetings. Your girl was lost on our galaxy and we helped her to return home.
<Shane_Zaris> ::Smiles at Mecca:: Mecca: Yeah. What's your name?
<Crystal_Scientist> CO: Greetings, and peace be with you although I don't know what you mean?
<CNS_Jordain> XO: That will be a bit hard Ma'am, we have to walk into a portal to get to the Captain
<Crystal_Scientist> ::looks at his daughter and her dog::
<CEO_Martin> @::smiles at the crystal girls parents from behind the CO::
<CSO_Z`heta> XO/CNS: That's right
<XO_Gomes> CNS: Oh, quite correct Transporter chief: Beam us to the location of the portal
<XO_Gomes> Transporter chief: Energize
<CNS_Jordain> <Mecca>Shane: I'm Dian Mecca, but call me Dian if you like. So where do you want to start?
<CO_Sketek> @Scientist: We come from the Milky Way galaxy. Your daughter was there but the gateway to this galaxy was out of order.
<Shane_Zaris> Mecca: Start what?
<FCO_Durron> ::is attempting to look under the portal::
<CNS_Jordain> <Mecca>Shane: Don't you want to look around?
<CSO_Z`heta> ::dematerializes::
<FCO_Durron> ::hears the sound of transporters than stands up and walks around the portal::
<CNS_Jordain> ::dematerializes::
<Crystal_Scientist> Action: The XO's landing party appears in the portal chamber behind the FCO and sees a 2 dimensional portal hanging in mid air with a crystal park on the other side full of emerald crystal beings
<XO_Gomes> ::materializes::
<CSO_Z`heta> @::materializes and takes out his tricorder to scan::
<CNS_Jordain> ::materializes on the surface::
<FCO_Durron> ::turns spots the number of pips and salutes::
<Shane_Zaris> ::Shrugs:: Mecca: I guess.
<XO_Gomes> ::looks around feeling sorry she didn't bring her tricorder:: CNS/CSO: This place almost seams surreal. These crystals, I wonder what minerals they are made of
<Crystal_Scientist> CO: Ah, you were at our colony world, my daughter must have been looking for her dog and stumbled on the door, please welcome to our world, and have a seat
<FCO_Durron> XO: Greetings Ma'am.
<CO_Sketek> @Scientist: Thank you. ::Sits down::
<CSO_Z`heta> <remove @ from my last>
<CNS_Jordain> FCO: Ha mister Durron, what is the status?
<XO_Gomes> ::recognizes the FCO:: FCO: Hello Lieutenant. Quite a place this planet
<CSO_Z`heta> FCO: Hello there!
<CO_Sketek> @Scientist: We have seen a lot of cosmic strings around this planet and the colony. Is it the cosmic strings that you use for transportation?
<FCO_Durron> XO: Yes Ma'am ::lowers his hand::
<FCO_Durron> ::recognizes the XO and nods::
<XO_Gomes> FCO: Is that the portal? ::points::
<CNS_Jordain> ::looks around::
<XO_Gomes> CSO: I would like to see the full readings of these crystals
<CSO_Z`heta> XO: These readings are interesting...  ::shows the tricorder to the XO::
<FCO_Durron> XO: The captain and the rest are through there though they have long ago left the range of sight afforded by this device.
<Crystal_Scientist> CO: The cosmic strings are in fact our power sources yes, you must be a scientist.  The radiation from the strings caused life on our world to evolve from living crystal, where life on your world evolved from carbon
<CEO_Martin> @::takes a seat on what appears to be a couch and pats the dog on the head::
<XO_Gomes> ::nods to the FCO:: FCO: Do we have communicator contact?
<XO_Gomes> ::looks over the CSO's shoulder and raises both her eyebrows::
<FCO_Durron> XO: I did earlier, however we have not been in contact recently.
<Crystal_Scientist> <Dog> CEO: Ruff! ::wags tail::
<CO_Sketek> @Scientist: Yes, indeed, I have a scientific background and you are correct that the life in our worlds has evolved from carbon.
<Shane_Zaris> Mecca: So where do we go first?
<CNS_Jordain> ::finds that he is still wearing the cloak but keeps it on, he does not want to loose it::
<CSO_Z`heta> ::shares the info with the CNS and the FCO::
<CNS_Jordain> ::looks at the readings:: self: Interesting...
<XO_Gomes> FCO: Try to get some enhancers down here. We may be able to boost the communicator signal
<FCO_Durron> ::raises an eyebrow at the CNS's cloak but is distracted by the CSO's information than releasing he already has these readings looks at his own tricorder::
<Crystal_Scientist> CO: As you might have guessed our colony world was "terra formed" as you would call it to support our life, we created the cosmic strings in that solar system
<CSO_Z`heta> ALL: The tricorder shows that beings on the other side of the portal are in a park, there are crystal trees and birds and various lifeforms
<CNS_Jordain> <Mecca>Shane: Lets begin with our lounge where you can meet a lot of people
<CSO_Z`heta> <shows>
<FCO_Durron> XO: Ma'am I did not say that the communicators were not working I simply said that I had not tried Ma'am
<CO_Sketek> @Scientist: I see, I see. Such procedures must require lots of high technology and energy.
<FCO_Durron> XO: would you like to attempt to contact them or would you like me to Ma'am?
<CNS_Jordain> FCO: well the lets try it ::looks at the XO:: XO: with your permission off course
<XO_Gomes> FCO: Well then, maybe we should find out. Would you please try contacting the captain. He doesn't know I have arrived yet
<CEO_Martin> @::scratches the dog behind one ear, and listens to the conversation between the Scientist and the CO::
<Crystal_Scientist> CO: Yes, our organic technology allows us to store energy within crystals as well as information.  We are also what you would call empathic because mental waves are of course a form of energy
<Shane_Zaris> Mecca: Okay. ::Goes along with her, nodding and smiling to those they pass::
<Crystal_Scientist> <Crystal_Dog> ::rolls over on his back paws in the air wanting his stomach scratched::
<CNS_Jordain> <Mecca>::walking in the corridors of the Andromeda::
<CSO_Z`heta> XO/CNS/FCO: quite intriguing this type of lifeforms
<FCO_Durron> *CO* Do you read Sir?
<CO_Sketek> *FCO* I read you.
<CEO_Martin> @::giggles at the dog, and scratches his tummy::
<XO_Gomes> CSO: Indeed, I don't believe there are any records of crystal life forms
<FCO_Durron> *CO* The XO has Arrived Sir
<CO_Sketek> *FCO* Acknowledged.
<XO_Gomes> ::smiles listening to the captain:: Self: Good
<Shane_Zaris> Mecca: How long have you been here.
<CNS_Jordain> <Mecca>Shane: I have been here for about 6 months now
<CSO_Z`heta> XO: I don't remember any records either.  And we're talking about crystal vegetation, birds... everything!  Will there be crystal people?
<FCO_Durron> XO: the portal appears safe ma'am. if you and the rest of your team wish to step through?
<FCO_Durron> XO: You could probably find the captain with your tricorders
<CO_Sketek> *FCO* Please inform the XO to lead everyone on this side of the gateway, including yourself.
<XO_Gomes> CSO: anything is possible within the laws of physics
<Shane_Zaris> Mecca: Do you like it here?
<CNS_Jordain> <Mecca>Shane: How long have you been on the Elara?
<Crystal_Scientist> CO: Our form of government is much like your Federation, we are a representative body based on a constitution of various member worlds
<FCO_Durron> *CO*: Sir, are you sure that is wise sir?
<CNS_Jordain> <Mecca>Shane: Yes I do like i here, all nice people
<Shane_Zaris> ::Thinks:: Mecca: For just over a year. I think. Since I was born.
<CSO_Z`heta> ::nods::
<XO_Gomes> ::listens to the conversation between the CO and FCO::
<Crystal_Scientist> Action: The Crystal Girl brings in some snacks for the away team
<CO_Sketek> *FCO* I am certain enough.
<FCO_Durron> *CO* yes sir. 
<FCO_Durron> XO: Ma'am the captain wishes you to lead us through the portal 
<XO_Gomes> FCO/CSO/CNS: Well then. Follow me
<XO_Gomes> ::steps through the portal::
<CSO_Z`heta> XO: Yes Commander
<CNS_Jordain> ::follows the XO::
<FCO_Durron> XO: Yes Ma'am
<CO_Sketek> @Scientist: I am glad to hear about your government. ::Looks at the snacks the girl is bringing and wonders if they are safe to eat::
<FCO_Durron> ::looks around the room one more time than steps through the portal::
<Crystal_Scientist> Action: The XO leads her away team into the portal and appears in a crystal park full of organic, emerald beings , who are jogging and picnicking and playing with their children and pets, the sky is populated by cosmic strings and crystal vehicles
<CNS_Jordain> @::looks up on arriving in the park:: Self: this is nice
<FCO_Durron> ::looks around and looks worried than looks back at the portal he just stepped through::
<XO_Gomes> CSO: I guess your question will be answered. I bet those children and crystal in nature
<Crystal_Scientist> ::smiles:: CO: I can assure you they are safe to eat, they are highly efficient glucose treats which you will be able to metabolize, and should be quite tasty
<Shane_Zaris> Mecca: That's good. I hope I get to know everyone well here.
<CSO_Z`heta> ::scans:: XO: Indeed ma'am.
<CNS_Jordain> <Mecca> Shane: I think you will, You will feel at home in no time
<XO_Gomes> CSO: Scan for the captain please
<FCO_Durron> ::scans the immediate area for human and Vulcan life signs::
<Shane_Zaris> ::Smiles:: Mecca: I hope so.
<CO_Sketek> @Scientist: Ah, that is nice to hear. ::Takes a little bit and tastes it::
<CSO_Z`heta> XO: Aye aye.  ::uses the tricorder to pick on Vulcan lifesigns and/or commbadge signals::
<CNS_Jordain> <Mecca> Shane: I sure, so tell me a but about Commander Gomes. What is she like?
<CO_Sketek> @All: This is very good.
<Crystal_Scientist> CO: We are explorers like yourself, and hoped to contact your Federation before we thought the sun was going nova
<CSO_Z`heta> XO: I'm scanning, for the CO. Meanwhile the tricorder showed that the crystal beings metabolize energy from the cosmic strings for life.  They also use Oxygen in a perfect way
<Shane_Zaris> Mecca: She's a good person. Very kind, very trusting. She doesn't like vacations.
<Crystal_Scientist> <Crystal_Dog> ::rolls over and hops in the CEO's lap::
<CO_Sketek> @Scientist: Well, first contacts don't always go like planned.
<CSO_Z`heta> XO: Captain Sketek is 2 miles North-E east in a structure
<CEO_Martin> @::eeps and tries to shoo the dog off her lap:: Dog: sorry, no dogs on my lap...even crystal ones
<XO_Gomes> ::looks at the CSO's tricorder:: CSO/FCO/CNS: Lets get moving
<CNS_Jordain> <Mecca> Shane: Oh, It is good to here that she is nice. And you, tell me a bit about you ::enters the lounge::
<XO_Gomes> ::walks in the CO's direction::
<Crystal_Scientist> <Crystal_Dog> ::hops off::
<CNS_Jordain> XO: Aye Ma'am
<Shane_Zaris> ::Enters the lounge and looks around:: Mecca: I don't know anything about me.
<FCO_Durron> XO: yes ma'am ::pulls the phaser rifle off his shoulder and looks around again::
<Crystal_Scientist> CO: Do you have any  questions for me? I'm sure you must be curious
<XO_Gomes> ::looks around as she walks to this crystal world::
<CEO_Martin> @::pats the dog on the head:: dog: good boy
<CSO_Z`heta> ::follows the XO/FCO/CNS still looking at the tricorder for further readings::
<CNS_Jordain> <Mecca> Shane: Well then, we will see about that later. What do you want to drink?
<CO_Sketek> @Scientist: There are naturally countless of them, too many to ask in a short period.
<CNS_Jordain> ::falls back a bit so he can start walking next to Rie:: CSO: Don't forget to lift your head sometimes to see where you are walking my friend!
<Crystal_Scientist> Action: The XO's party enters the emerald city, whose building are composed of organic crystal which crisscross the landscape in an artistic fashion, as if they were sculpted by artists.  The city borders on a deep aquamarine ocean which caresses the shore under a gentle breeze
<CO_Sketek> @Scientist: One thing I would like to ask is that do you avoid conflicts with other species and if you do, how do you manage that.
<XO_Gomes> FCO/CNS/CSO: Its amazing. This place is so clean, so ... perfect
<CSO_Z`heta> ::smiles:: CNS: A prudent advise...
<Crystal_Scientist> CO: You and  your party are welcome to stay the night of course and be our guests
<Shane_Zaris> Mecca: Water will be fine.
<CNS_Jordain> Self: Maybe to perfect...
<FCO_Durron> XO:I agree with the counselor
<Crystal_Scientist> Action: The XO's party arrives at the home where the CO and his party are
<FCO_Durron> ::is now quite worried::
<CNS_Jordain> <Mecca> Shane: Ok, have a seat and I’ll get the drinks ::walks to the barkeeper and orders a water and a lemonade::
<XO_Gomes> ::walks to the closed house::
<XO_Gomes> CSO: This is the general direction you indicated. Can you confirm that the captain is inside?
<CNS_Jordain> FCO: You heard what I said to myself?
<Shane_Zaris> ::Takes a seat::
<CO_Sketek> @Scientist: Your invitation is very kind.
<Crystal_Scientist> CO: We like your people prefer peace and negotiation, but have encountered hostile species.
<CSO_Z`heta> XO: In a moment...  ::Scans with the tricorder:: XO: Yes ma'am, I confirm.
<XO_Gomes> ::nods to the XO and looks for a doorbell::
<CSO_Z`heta> XO: Many other lifeforms also appeared on the Tricorder 
<Crystal_Scientist> Action: The door opens and the away teams can see each other
<FCO_Durron> CNS: my apologies
<XO_Gomes> ::blinks looking at the door opening without announcement. recognizes the rest of the crew::
<CNS_Jordain> ::sees the rest of the crew:: FCO: I don't mind, I was just surprised that's all
<CEO_Martin> @::looks up and sees some other crew members including one she does not recognize...::
<FCO_Durron> ::doesn’t like the door opening on its own::
<CSO_Z`heta> ::sees the CEO and walks to her::  CEO: Hello ma'am. I've heard about your loss...  I'm very sorry.

<Crystal_Scientist> Pause USS Andromeda "Deep Space Exploration" 10209.08