Star Trek: A Call To Duty Presents ....

USS Andromeda 
 “Deep Space Exploration”

Starring 

Janne Nikula as Captain Sketek Zhnirev
Lília Perfeito as Commander Alexandra Gomes
Miika Nikula as Lieutenant Commader Senek Zhnirev
Amy Bennet as Lieutenant Commander Trial Martin
Nuno Cruz as Lieutenant Rhiemann Z’heta
James Van Hoyweghen as Lieutenant Junior Grade Tal’el Jordain

And ...

John McDermott  as Crystal Scientist and Crystal Dog

Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Resume USS Andromeda "Deep Space Exploration" 10209.15

XO_Gomes says:
::glares at the Captain and the away team inside the house::
 Host Crystal_Scientist says:
XO: Welcome, do come in ::smiles::
XO_Gomes says:
Crystal_Scientist: Thank you ::still a bit unsure::
CSO_Z`heta says:
::walks over to the CEO::  CEO: Hello Chief.  I heard about your loss...  You have my condolences
CNS_Jordain says:
::looks around, nodding at the rest of the AT::
Host CO_Sketek says:
XO: Commander Gomes, I presume.
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
::motions for the XO and her Away Team to enter and sit on the sofa::
FCO_Durron says:
::walks into the room looks around and puts his phaser rifle on his shoulder via the strap::
CTO_Senek says:
::Walks into the house::
CEO_Martin says:
::wonders why this new officer is glaring at them, and smiles at the CSO a bit sadly:: CSO: thank you
XO_Gomes says:
::turns to the Captain and straightens her self:: CO: Yes Captain. Is the mission going as expected?
XO_Gomes says:
::nods to the crystal scientist but does not sit::
CSO_Z`heta says:
CEO: If you need anything, ma'am, just day the word.
Host CO_Sketek says:
XO: If an exploration mission goes as expected, it has already failed.
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
<Crystal_Dog> ::chewing on a crystal at the CEO's feet::
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
::offers the newcomers a glucose refreshment::
XO_Gomes says:
::smiles:: CO: Indeed, it means that there is nothing to explore
CSO_Z`heta says:
::looks at the dog:: CEO: Oh! You made a friend! He's very cute.
CNS_Jordain says:
::walks through the room to Ms Martin::  CEO: How is it going Ma'am?
FCO_Durron says:
::passes on the refreshment but thanks the scientist::
XO_Gomes says:
::takes the refreshment and thanks the scientist with a nod. Does not eat it though::
CNS_Jordain says:
::looks at the refreshment and takes on out of kindness::
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
CO: I hope you do not find us and our people um boring ? ::listening to the conversation::
Host CO_Sketek says:
Scientist: On the contrary.
CEO_Martin says:
::laughs at the comment about the dog, and nods at the CNS:: CSO: yes, he's quite friendly CNS: I'm quite fine....
XO_Gomes says:
::feeling awkward she finally decides to sit and bit at ease::
CNS_Jordain says:
CEO: I mean the mission, what have you learned so far?
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
All: Perhaps you would like a tour of our science facilities and the zoo?
XO_Gomes says:
Crystal_Scientist: As a matter of fact I found your world absolutely fascinating. We would never think a whole bio system could evolve from simple crystals
CSO_Z`heta says:
::nods at the Scientist's suggestion::
Host CO_Sketek says:
Scientist: I am certain that would be a very pleasant experience.
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
XO: The energy of the local cosmic strings caused organic crystals to evolve to harness the energy as opposed to the single celled organisms on your various worlds
FCO_Durron says:
::stands in a corner looking worried::
XO_Gomes says:
Crystal_Scientist: Would you mind if we took some samples of your crystals? ::turns to the captain:: CO: With your permission of course
CEO_Martin says:
CNS: we've seen quite about, these people are very amazing
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
::sets a portal to the science facilities::
Host CO_Sketek says:
XO: Permission granted, naturally.
CNS_Jordain says:
CEO: Can you tell me everything you found out until now when we get back to the Andromeda. I would like to learn more about them.

Host Crystal_Scientist says:
XO: Of course ::provides the XO with some emerald crystal samples::
CSO_Z`heta says:
CEO: Have you seen the complexity of this crystals? I bet they could replace our warp core Dilithium crystals...
XO_Gomes says:
::looks at the portal and wonders if that is their only means of traveling, then turns to the Crystal_Scientist:: Crystal_Scientist: Thank you, I am certain we can learn about your biology from them
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
Action: A portal opens, revealing a science station on the other side, various crystal beings are working with highly precise and sophisticated equipment
CSO_Z`heta says:
::observes the creatures working::
FCO_Durron says:
::looks at the portal and looks around the room::
XO_Gomes says:
::moves closer to the CSO:: CSO: More homework for you. ::hands him the crystals::  CSO:I want to participate in the analysis if you don't mind
CNS_Jordain says:
::takes out his tricorder and scans the area to learn more:
CTO_Senek says:
Scientist: What about the instability of the star in the system we came from? Have you discovered a reason for that yet?
CEO_Martin says:
::nods at the CNS:: CSO: yes, they are quite advanced, although I don't know how compatible they might be with our technology
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
CSO: Organic crystals are highly organized and can be a significant resource for storing information, energy or both
CSO_Z`heta says:
XO: I thank you ma'am and I'll be very pleased to analyze the crystals with you.
Host CO_Sketek says:
::Watching the crew asking questions::
XO_Gomes says:
Crystal_Scientist: That explains why you use them virtually everywhere
FCO_Durron says:
::continues to stand in the corner looking around the room and staying silent::
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
CTO: We discovered that it is similar to solar flares and is a natural cyclical part of the star's life
CSO_Z`heta says:
Crystal_Scientist: Yes, I can see the complexity of these crystals.  TO be able to bare a genetic code and still maintain a crystal structure at these temperatures is quite remarkable.
CTO_Senek says:
Scientist: So there is no danger of it collapsing in the near future?
CNS_Jordain says:
::makes notes on his padd of everything that is said::
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
XO: Yes.  We can in fact grow crystals from our bodies and then use them for our machines, it is a very precise form of engineering and architecture
XO_Gomes says:
::nods to the scientist:: Crystal_Scientist: And those portals you use for travel ... are they related with the organic crystals as well?

CSO_Z`heta says:
XO/CEO: If we can replicate this technology and use it, it may be an achievement
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
CTO: No there is no danger of collapse I will let you know if it begins to enter an unstable period
FCO_Durron says:
Scientist: how long would it take one to grow a crystals?
XO_Gomes says:
CSO: Indeed it may ... if we can replicate them
CTO_Senek says:
Scientist: Thank you.
CSO_Z`heta says:
::nods at the XO::
CEO_Martin says:
::nods in agreement with the CSO's comment:: CSO: I can try doing some work with it when we get back to the Andromeda
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
XO: Yes, they are actually micro-wormholes which are powered by the cosmic string energies and focused by crystal devices
XO_Gomes says:
::nods:: Crystal_Scientist: A most effective way of travel
FCO_Durron says:
::looks at the scientist waiting for an answer to his question::
CNS_Jordain says:
::finds all of this very interesting::
CSO_Z`heta says:
CEO: That would be lovely.  The XO and me will take a closer look at the crystal structure and I'll keep you informed of our developments.
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
XO: Yes it took quite some time to research; All: Please after you ::motions to the portal:: All: Unless you would prefer another destination?
CEO_Martin says:
::nods:: CSO: alright
XO_Gomes says:
::looks at the Captain waiting for him to step forward first::
CEO_Martin says:
::looks up to the portal, and gets up::
Host CO_Sketek says:
::Steps forward::
FCO_Durron says:
::looks at the scientist and decides to let the question fall but doesn’t move from his corner::
CSO_Z`heta says:
::advances towards the portal following the CEO::
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
FCO: Unfortunately, we would not be able to share the formula of our technology with you due to our own Prime Directive
XO_Gomes says:
Crystal_Scientist: I believe that whatever you wish to show us, we wish to see ::smiles::
CNS_Jordain says:
::follows the CO from a distance::
FCO_Durron says:
Scientist: I was not asking about the formula but about how long it would take a crystal to grow?
XO_Gomes says:
::steps after the Captain::
CNS_Jordain says:
XO: Ma'am, sorry to interrupt you but I want to know if it is possible to see you after the mission.  I have some questions?

CEO_Martin says:
::waits for the CO to step through the portal before going through herself::
Host CO_Sketek says:
::Goes through the portal::
CTO_Senek says:
::Steps through the portal::
XO_Gomes says:
CNS: Certainly. After I finish my tours of the ship I can meet you
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
Action: The away team steps into the portal and arrives inside a crystal starbase high above the crystal world in orbit, the crew can see that the system is a binary star system with several "white holes"
Host CO_Sketek says:
::Looks around in the vastness of space::
XO_Gomes says:
::arrives on the other side of the portal and is amazed by the view::
CNS_Jordain says:
::looks down at the planet::
CSO_Z`heta says:
CEO: Ma'am, if I have the chance, may I assist you on your research in the ME, like in the good old days?
FCO_Durron says:
::dose not like the new place and the fact that they can not return to the colony planet on thair own::
CTO_Senek says:
::Marvels at the white holes::
CEO_Martin says:
::looks around the starbase, glancing out of the windows:: CSO: of course, I'm always glad to have friends in ME ::smiles::
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
Action: The windows overlook the world, a faint blue aura of the crystal world's biosphere reflects from the atmosphere, there are maps of local cosmic strings, interestingly enough there are no starships to be seen anywhere
CNS_Jordain says:
::sees the look on the FCO's face:: FCO: What is wrong Mr. Durron?
CSO_Z`heta says:
::smiles too::
XO_Gomes says:
::looks at the planet and surroundings thinking about the variety the Universe has to offer. Does not notice the lack of starships as she is amazed by what nature has to offer::
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
All: Welcome to our Starbase Number One
FCO_Durron says:
::whispers:: CNS: The entire senior staff of the Andromeda is currently at the mercy of these people who we do not know.
XO_Gomes says:
Crystal_Scientist: It is quite impressive to see your world from orbit
CNS_Jordain says:
::whispers back:: FCO: Indeed, it is all to perfect. I find all of this impressive but on the other hand I feel locked up and I don not know why
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
All: As a token of our friendship, you may each choose a crystal animal pet as a companion to take home with you if you like ::points to the zoo::
CSO_Z`heta says:
::takes the tricorder out and makes a standard scan::
Host CO_Sketek says:
::Nods to the scientist::
XO_Gomes says:
Crystal_Scientist: Do you think they would survive in our cellular world?
CSO_Z`heta says:
Crystal_Scientist: Thank you!
CTO_Senek says:
Scientist: I see that you have no starships anywhere.. do you even use them?
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
XO: Yes, all they need is sunlight, oxygen and of course love, our animals like us are highly empathic
CSO_Z`heta says:
XO/CEO: Perhaps you'd find this interesting.  This starbase is run by harnessing cosmic string energy through those large solar type panels.  ::points::
XO_Gomes says:
::nods, looking at the animals and thinking Shane would like a new friend::
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
CTO: We do not need starships because of our portal technology, we construct colony worlds and starbases, we are capable of constructing them should the need arise
FCO_Durron says:
Scientist: than how do you discover new planets?
CEO_Martin says:
::glances to where the CSO is pointing and nods:: CSO: that is interesting...
XO_Gomes says:
CSO: Pretty much as everything else on this civilization. They have a renewable, unlimited, clean power source and use it efficiently
CSO_Z`heta says:
XO: quite so, Sir.
CTO_Senek says:
Scientist: Fascinating. So you are able to open a portal anywhere, without equipment at both ends?
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
FCO: We open portals and send in sensor probes
XO_Gomes says:
::moves close to a small cage with several crystal blue and green birds. They have no feathers as she is used to but they are non the less birds::
CSO_Z`heta says:
::thinks for a while and then glances at a lovely crystal aquarium with two crystal fishes::
FCO_Durron says:
Scientist: thank you
CSO_Z`heta says:
Crystal_Scientist: May I take the fishies?
XO_Gomes says:
::thinks it would be very interesting to study their behavior::
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
CTO: Not anywhere it takes much time to research the physics and of course trial and error, we just discovered how to gate to your galaxy, it is our first intergalactic trip
CNS_Jordain says:
::smiles at hearing the CSO::
FCO_Durron says:
::looks at the pets somewhat worried but is still intrigued by a large bird::
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
CSO: Sure you may have some fish, they need water of course and light ::hands the CSO some fish in a container and a manual::
CEO_Martin says:
::goes up to the cages and looks at a pretty ruby-colored crystal cat::
CTO_Senek says:
Scientist: I see.
CSO_Z`heta says:
Crystal_Scientist: Thank you very much!  ::takes the aquarium and the manual::
XO_Gomes says:
Crystal_Scientist: I'd like to take two of these small birds. I wouldn't want them to be lonely
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
::looks pleased and gives the XO the birds in a cage and a manual::
XO_Gomes says:
::wonders if the captain will take any pets. It doesn't seam like his type to do so but he may surprise her::
Host CO_Sketek says:
::Observes silently the crew choosing new pets::
XO_Gomes says:
::nods:: Crystal_Scientist: You are being most helpful. If you ever need a tour of one of our planets I am certain we can return your hospitality
FCO_Durron says:
::looks at the birds than narrows his eyes::
FCO_Durron says:
::pulls out his tricorder and looks at something than puts it back::
CNS_Jordain says:
::his eyes stop when he finds a crystal hawk in the back:: Scientist: Sir, is it possible for me to take the hawk, I find him special.
CSO_Z`heta says:
::starts playing with the fishes::
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
Action: The away team sees a crystal bear standing on its hind legs running a machine
XO_Gomes says:
::chooses a blue and a green bird, hoping its a male and a female and puts them in the small cage. They come to her fingers and begin to make noises, once in the cage. Some form of singing?::
FCO_Durron says:
::looks at one of the birds::
CEO_Martin says:
::looks over the cats, and points to a larger red one:: self: ooo...that ones pretty, it looks like a panther...Crystal_Scientist: may I have that one?
XO_Gomes says:
::notices the bear like creature:: Crystal_Scientist: You have other intelligent species on your planet?
CSO_Z`heta says:
::looks at the bear::
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
CNS: Of course the hawk, has retractable talons and wont fly away so he doesn’t need to be caged; Action: The Hawk lands on the CNS' arm
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
CEO: Yes of course you may ::gives the CEO the cat and a manual::
FCO_Durron says:
<bird> ::looks back at the stranger::
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
XO: Yes actually some of our animals are just beginning to achieve consciousness, it is a new and wonderful part of our evolution
CNS_Jordain says:
::feels the hawk land on his arm::
CEO_Martin says:
::smiles at the cat, and scratches it lightly behind it's ears, making it purr happily::
FCO_Durron says:
Scientist: what is the possibility of one of these pets achieving sentience?
XO_Gomes says:
Crystal_Scientist: That is also quite rare in the worlds we know. Usually one species overwhelms all the others in a way no other civilization can evolve in the same planet
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
FCO: I find it unlikely
XO_Gomes says:
FCO: We would probably need a whole population of them for them to evolve significantly
CNS_Jordain says:
Scientist: Sir, is there also a manual for this bird?
FCO_Durron says:
Scientist: thank you. May I have that black bird in the back?
CSO_Z`heta says:
CEO: Oh, you have a cat!  I thought that you'd choose that lovely dog that was playing with you earlier...
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
FCO: Of course ; Action: The black bird lands on the FCO's arm
CEO_Martin says:
Scientist: is there anything special that our new pets should be fed?
FCO_Durron says:
::looks at the bird again and nods:: Scientist: thank you
CTO_Senek says:
::Looks around at the zoo, but doesn't choose any pet::
CEO_Martin says:
CSO: I have a fondness for cats, although dogs are still nice as well
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
CEO: They need oxygen and any kind of light source and of course love
CEO_Martin says:
::nods:: Scientist: alright, thank you
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
All: Your pets will metabolize the oxygen and the light into energy and will be able to store it for life
CSO_Z`heta says:
CEO: And I see cats have a fondness for you.  And dogs too.  ::smiles::
CNS_Jordain says:
::looks at the bird and sees love and compassion::
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
All: If you have  fish, then they will of course need water
CSO_Z`heta says:
::nods at the Scientist::
Host CO_Sketek says:
Scientist: We accept this gift with a gratitude.
XO_Gomes says:
::thinks that information is all on the manuals as well::
CSO_Z`heta says:
::senses emotions from his fishes::  Self: his is great!  They like me!
XO_Gomes says:
Crystal_Scientist: And I hope we can return it sometime
FCO_Durron says:
::quietly picks up a manual regarding the bird and slips it into his pack with his left hand::
CNS_Jordain says:
::bows towards the scientist with gratitude::
CEO_Martin says:
CSO: all animals are wonderful ::smiles:: no matter what planet they are from...although there may be some Klingon pets I wouldn't like to much....:laughs lightly::
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
All: It is our pleasure and a gesture of friendship to you and your people, my scientists tell me that the star where your ship is , is beginning to enter a solar flare phase, so I suggest you return

XO_Gomes says:
::nods:: CO: They may have to leave orbit and  leave us stranded if the flare gets worse
Host CO_Sketek says:
Scientist: That is unfortunate but it is true that we must keep our ship safe.
CSO_Z`heta says:
::smiles:: CEO: I can see that Klingon pets aren't attractive to non-Klingons, but they're loyal and sweet to their masters.
CNS_Jordain says:
::finds it a good idea to return to the Andromeda::
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
Action: A portal directly to the Andromeda opens
Host CO_Sketek says:
XO: Which is why we must return quickly.
XO_Gomes says:
::nods to the CO::
CTO_Senek says:
::Steps through the portal back to the Andromeda::
XO_Gomes says:
All: Everyone say your goodbyes for now
CEO_Martin says:
::looks at the new portal a bit surprised::
Host CO_Sketek says:
Scientist: Learning about your people was tremendous. Farewell and I hope that we see again.
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
Action: The CTO arrives on the Andromeda bridge
Host CO_Sketek says:
::Steps through the portal::
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
CO: Peace be with you
CSO_Z`heta says:
Scientist: Thank you for everything.  ::steps into the portal::
FCO_Durron says:
Scientist: Thank you sir. And I hope that all is well when we meet again
CTO_Senek says:
::Goes to the tactical console and takes a look at the sensor readings::
CNS_Jordain says:
::follows the CTO to the Andromeda with on his right arm the hawk waving with his left to the new "friends they made::
CEO_Martin says:
::steps through, mentioning something abut getting along with other cats to her new pet as she goes::
XO_Gomes says:
Crystal_Scientist: Until next time
XO_Gomes says:
::steps through the portal::
CNS_Jordain says:
::is standing on the Andromeda::
FCO_Durron says:
::steps through the portal::
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
Action: Everyone arrives on the Andromeda with their pets and the portal closes, there is a book on the Prismatix (the aliens) on the CO's desk
Host CO_Sketek says:
::Goes to see the book on his desk::
XO_Gomes says:
::arrives at the bridge:: FCO: Report on the ship's situation as soon as possible

CTO_Senek says:
All: The sun will enter a dangerous phase in its cycle within five minutes.
CTO_Senek says:
FCO: Take us out of this system before that happens.
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
Action: The book is a general description of the Prismatix culture, and a letter of greeting for the Federation Council
CSO_Z`heta says:
::raises shields::
FCO_Durron says:
::walks forward to his seat and encourage the bird to sit on top of the console:: XO: Ma'am we are still in orbit of the colony planet
CSO_Z`heta says:
XO: Shields are raised, Captain
FCO_Durron says:
::glances at the XO for confirmation:: CTO: yes sir
XO_Gomes says:
::nods to the FCO::
CNS_Jordain says:
CO: Sir, Do you need my presence on the bridge at this moment? If not I will return to my quarters and get off this robe ::smiles a bit::
FCO_Durron says:
XO: exiting orbit and heading out at impulse until we get clear of the subspace threads
CEO_Martin says:
::takes a seat at the engineering console, motioning for the cat to lay quietly beside her till she has a chance to bring her to her quarters::
Host CO_Sketek says:
*CNS* Your presence on the bridge is not required.
FCO_Durron says:
::swings the Andromeda away from the planet and turns away from the star::
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
Action: The Andromeda breaks orbit at full impulse (1/4 the speed of light) and safelty navigates the web of cosmic strings in the system
XO_Gomes says:
CSO: Keep them that away until we are cleared
CSO_Z`heta says:
XO: Aye aye, Sir.
Host CO_Sketek says:
::Reads the letter, opens a secure channel, and transmits it to the Starfleet headquarters::
XO_Gomes says:
FCO: Come to a full stop as soon as we are safe
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
Action: The Andromeda clears the solar system
FCO_Durron says:
XO: we are clear of the cosmic strings ma'am Preparing to go to warp
CSO_Z`heta says:
::reduces the shields to the standard warp level::
XO_Gomes says:
*CO* We are out of the danger area sir, what should be our course?
CEO_Martin says:
::does a quick check up of the ship, making sure nothing has gone wrong while the team was off the ship::
CSO_Z`heta says:
XO: Shields are back to normal, Sir.
CNS_Jordain says:
*CO* Aye sir ::walks out into the TL with the hawk. Arriving a bit later in his quarters introducing Logren to the hawk.  He takes of his robe and puts on a medical type coat::
Host CO_Sketek says:
*XO* Set the course back to the starbase.
CTO_Senek says:
::Starts his usual security routines again::
XO_Gomes says:
*CO* Acknowledged
XO_Gomes says:
FCO: Set course to Starbase 50. Warp 5
XO_Gomes says:
FCO: Engage
FCO_Durron says:
XO: Aye course set to starbase at warp five
FCO_Durron says:
::checks course:: 
FCO_Durron says:
XO: engaging
FCO_Durron says:
::engages::
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
Action: The Andromeda accelerates to warp 5 in a brilliant Technicolor display on course for Starbase 50
Host Crystal_Scientist says:
End USS Andromeda "Deep Space Exploration" 10209.15