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USS Andromeda
”First Contact” Part III

Starring 
Janne Nikula as Captain Sketek Zhnirev
Amy Bennet as Commander Trial Martin
Miika Nikula as Commander Senek Zhnirev
Wes Deimon as Commander Wes Deimon
Jack Farfri as Commander Ray Durron and NPC Lieutenant J.G. Sarah Lureng
Nuno Cruz as Lieutenant Commander Rie-mann Z’heta
 James Van Hoyweghen as Lieutenant Tal’el Jordain and 
 PJ Chapman as Lieutenant J.G. Phillipe Joseph Capulette
 Scott Boggs as Ensign Spike Angelus Laredo 
And...
John McDermott as Andromeda, Melodian President, Melodian Navigator, Melodian Nurse, Dr. Greenbeak and himself
Host ACTDJohnSea says:
Resume "First Contact" 10304.06
CNS_Jordain says:
::On the Melodian home world::
OPS_Capulette says:
::In cloud city standing by TO::
Host MelodianPresident says:
*USS Andromeda to CO*
Host CO_Sketek says:
*Andromeda* Sketek here.
TO_Laredo says:
::In the cloud city, next to the OPS::
Host Andromeda says:
*CO* We have detected unusual dilithium type readings in the planet's polar regions.
FCO_Durron says:
President: Sir another question. I would like to speak with one of the navigators on your star ships if you would not mind.
Host MelodianPresident says:
FCO: Of course please do.
FCO_Durron says:
President: thank you.
Host CO_Sketek says:
*Andromeda* Acknowledged. Is there any unusual significance in this discovery?
Host Andromeda says:
*CO* The dilithium is not naturally occurring on this planet, it appears to be a small quantity of industrial grade refinement.
OPS_Capulette says:
President: Who would I talk to in regards to your sources of power and your communications technology?
FCO_Durron says:
::Looks around the city quietly muttering to himself about something::
Host CO_Sketek says:
*Andromeda* Are you suggesting that either the dilithium or their technology would come from other warp civilizations?
Host MelodianPresident says:
OPS: Of course, we employ hydrogen fusion reactors, and have short range communication via carrier wave.
OPS_Capulette says:
President: Intriguing.
Host Andromeda says:
*CO* Without further information, I don't know.  However, dilithium does not naturally occur on this planet and the crystals are definitely been in industry.
TO_Laredo says:
::Begins wandering off, looking around the city for something that would tell him about the city's Military::
Host CO_Sketek says:
*Andromeda* Understood.
FCO_Durron says:
::Begins walking away from the group looking for a space port, walks up to the sailboat port looking around quietly::
CNS_Jordain says:
::Looks at the buildings and houses but also at the Melodians.  How they react to them::
OPS_Capulette says:
President: Might I take a look at your reactors and communications arrays?
Host MelodianPresident says:
OPS: You may look at our communication; however, our power plants are, of course, classified.
OPS_Capulette says:
President: Thank you.
FCO_Durron says:
::Spots a schedule board and tries to interpret the language than looks at the boxes and looks around the port counting war vessels and transport vessels::
OPS_Capulette says:
President: Those would be the communications towers, correct? ::Points at needle-like structures::
TO_Laredo says:
::From a distance, inspects the law enforcers weapon::
CNS_Jordain says:
::Sees the FCO wander off::  Self: what is he looking at?
Host MelodianPresident says:
OPS: Why yes, very astute observation, we use them to communicate from city to city and off world.
OPS_Capulette says:
President: I see, I think I'll take a look. ::Begins walking towards COM Towers::
Host CO_Sketek says:
::Takes a few running steps and catches OPS as he is walking away from the Melodian president:: OPS: There are some curious readings.
FCO_Durron says:
::Looks at the large number of war vessels than looks for the largest warship::
OPS_Capulette says:
CO: What's that, sir?
Host MelodianPresident says:
Action: The nearest communication tower is a modern looking glass covered skyscraper.
Host CO_Sketek says:
OPS: Strange dilithium signatures at the planet poles.
OPS_Capulette says:
CO: Perhaps we should investigate them and put my communication scouting on hold?
Host CO_Sketek says:
OPS: I do not know all the details but you can download all the data from the ship.
CNS_Jordain says:
President: Pardon me sir, but can I ask you a question about your medical care?
FCO_Durron says:
::Spots it than makes for one of the slightly smaller ones::
OPS_Capulette says:
CO: Aye sir. ::Stops, takes out a PADD and downloads Dilithium information::
Host CO_Sketek says:
OPS: I think that I will have to do some diplomacy but I think that you could take a look at the issue.
OPS_Capulette says:
CO: Perhaps I could beam up to the ship and take a shuttle to the poles?
Host Andromeda says:
*CO* The signatures are located in two specific sites.
TO_Laredo says:
::Walks towards the OPS and CO:: What is going on?
FCO_Durron says:
::Boards the vessel than heads for the aft bridge section::
Host CO_Sketek says:
*Andromeda* Understood.
Host CO_Sketek says:
OPS: I doubt that they wish anyone to enter anywhere near those areas.
Host MelodianPresident says:
CNS: Absolutely.
OPS_Capulette says:
CO: They wouldn't have to know....
TO_Laredo says:
OPS/CO: What's going on?
Host CO_Sketek says:
OPS: But there is always the chance of getting caught and that is simply something that could not be tolerated on a first contact situation.
OPS_Capulette says:
CO: True. It's your call, sir.
FCO_Durron says:
::Looks at the steering wheel than at the people staring at him:: People: Where is this ship's navigator?
Host CO_Sketek says:
OPS: Do you think that you could do any progress with the ship scanners by beaming up and doing extensive scans?
CNS_Jordain says:
President: Since I'm a counselor, what interests me in the medical business is the mind.  Do you have some sort of mind sickness here among your people or something like that?
OPS_Capulette says:
CO: Certainly more than I could do from down here.
Host MelodianPresident says:
Action: The FCO sees a silver-feathered Melodian with a bunch of maps, a ruler and a measuring compass.
Host CO_Sketek says:
OPS: Very well. Beam up and carry on your research from the Andromeda.
OPS_Capulette says:
CO: Aye sir.
OPS_Capulette says:
*Andromeda* Andromeda, One to beam.
FCO_Durron says:
::Looks at the Melodian with the maps.:: Melodian: You are the navigator?
Host MelodianPresident says:
CNS: A small portion of our people suffer from disorientation when in space.
Host MelodianPresident says:
Action: The OPS arrives on the Andromeda.
OPS_Capulette says:
::Arrives on Andromeda in Transporter Room 1::
Host MelodianNavigator says:
FCO: Why yes, nice to meet a fellow explorer.
CNS_Jordain says:
@President: Are there some other cases of illness or sickness here on your home world?
Host CO_Sketek says:
@TO: I am sorry, I was a bit concerned and disoriented, but we noticed some strange readings.
OPS_Capulette says:
::Exits Transporter Room, walks to Turbolift:: CPU: Bridge.
FCO_Durron says:
@Navigator: indeed. I am interested in your mapping techniques.  May I see one of your maps?
TO_Laredo says:
@CO: I understand, strange readings of what kind, sir?
Host CO_Sketek says:
@TO: There are strange readings of industrial Dilithium near sites in Polar Regions.
Host MelodianPresident says:
CNS: We have our own version of therapy for those who suffer from depression, anxiety and loss of loved ones and such.
TO_Laredo says:
@CO: I see, what do you make of it?
Host MelodianNavigator says:
::Hands the FCO a star map of the planet system with orbital figures and astronomical calculations::
OPS_Capulette says:
::Arrives on bridge, Takes seat at OPS::
Host CO_Sketek says:
@TO: So far, nothing, except curiosity.
CNS_Jordain says:
@President: Is it possible for me to talk to one of your doctors?
OPS_Capulette says:
*CO* Sir, I'm on the ship, beginning polar scans.
TO_Laredo says:
@CO: Oh, ok. Curiosity, yes.
Host CO_Sketek says:
@*OPS* Understood.
OPS_Capulette says:
::Begins scanning, encounters magnetic field difficulty:: *CO* I'll keep you updated. At the moment I'm encountering Magnetic field difficulty.
Host MelodianPresident says:
CNS: Absolutely, the hospital is the large building with the symbol of a bandaged eagle.
Host CO_Sketek says:
@*OPS* Please keep the number of radio transmissions as low as possible, for security purposes.
OPS_Capulette says:
*CO* Aye, OPS Out.
TO_Laredo says:
@::Walks back to the President::  President: Sir, where could I go to find out about your weapons systems?
FCO_Durron says:
@::Looks at the map and runs some figures in his head.:: Navigator: Amazing how you mapped a three dimensional system on a two dimensional medium. The math appears perfect at least between your colony and here.  How many times have you traversed the course?
CNS_Jordain says:
@President: Thank you very much Mr. President ::nods and walks towards the captain:: CO: I'm going to find out everything that is possible about there physiology at the medical building sir.
Host MelodianPresident says:
::Smiles:: TO: Information on our weapons and defensive posture is top secret you understand.
TO_Laredo says:
@President: I see, thank you sir
Host CO_Sketek says:
@CNS: Understood.
OPS_Capulette says:
FCO_Lureng: I'm encountering some Magnetic field difficulty in scanning the poles, do you think you could maneuver the ship directly over the northern pole?
Host MelodianNavigator says:
FCO: Many times. The journey takes 2 weeks if the solar wind is right, 3 if it is against us, depending on the distance between the planets and season, the colony planet orbits faster than ours.
Host CO_Sketek says:
@::Walks back to the Melodian president:: President: How big technical effort it was for you to build your first warp-capable ship?
CNS_Jordain says:
@::Makes his way to the medical building.  Melodians stare at him and wonder::
TO_Laredo says:
@::Walks back to the CO:: CO: It appears that I will not be able to find out much more about their weapons.  It appears that weapons and defensive systems are Top Secret.
FCO_Lureng says:
OPS: Yes sir. ::fires maneuvering thrusters to bring the Andromeda to a polar orbit outside the reach of the planet's rings::
Host CO_Sketek says:
@::Promptly nods at the TO::
Host MelodianPresident says:
CO: We had to pool the resources of all the planet based on a very complicate diplomatic agreement with the other nations.
OPS_Capulette says:
FCO_Lureng: Thank you. ::Re-routes auxiliary power to sensors, continues scanning dilithium sources::
CNS_Jordain says:
@::Enters the building and walks towards the desk::
FCO_Durron says:
@Navigator: Do you have other mapping techniques?  Some form of three dimensional display?
Host CO_Sketek says:
@President: Such cooperation is admirable.
Host MelodianPresident says:
CO: The negotiations took 10 years.
OPS_Capulette says:
::Notes Industrial grade deuterium scans::Self: Industrial grade deuterium is used in M/AM Reactions. Interesting.
CNS_Jordain says:
@Desk_Melodian: Greetings, I'm Counselor Jordaïn of the Federation starship Andromeda.  Is it possible to speak to your head of medical please?
Host MelodianPresident says:
CO: The diplomatic effort involved numerous peace treaties and the settling of disputes before we could move forward
OPS_Capulette says:
::Scans Starship hull duranium::
FCO_Durron says:
@Navigator: have you seen your warp capable vessel?
Host MelodianNurse says:
CNS: Greetings, of course, what kind of Doctor would you like to talk to?
Host CO_Sketek says:
@President: It is interesting. Each civilization has their own history. How do you see the future of your civilization in the light of these current events?
Host MelodianNavigator says:
FCO: Yes, she is docked not far from here at a military base.  We do have computers.
OPS_Capulette says:
*CO* Sir, I'm on a secure channel so security isn't a problem. There's been an interesting development in my scans. I've scanned deuterium, matter/anti-matter reaction grade deuterium. As well as Duranium used in modern hull configurations.
CNS_Jordain says:
@Nurse: A doctor in psychology please.
FCO_Durron says:
@Navigator: Ff you have computers why do you work with these more ::motions to the maps:: bulky devices?
Host CO_Sketek says:
@::Keeping his communicator muted during this conversation::
Host MelodianNurse says:
CNS: Psychology is on the 3rd floor, Dr Greenbeak is waiting for you.
Host MelodianPresident says:
CO: I hope to begin trade and peaceful co existence with other people and races of good will.
Host MelodianNavigator says:
FCO: I'm nostalgic, and don’t like technology, causes the mind to become lazy. ::Smiles::
Host CO_Sketek says:
@President: That is a good attitude. Now, please excuse me. ::Walks over to a quiet place::
CNS_Jordain says:
@Nurse: Thank you very much. ::Walks to the elevator and enters::
FCO_Durron says:
@Navigator: I understand. ::Smiles:: But other navigators do use computers?
Host CO_Sketek says:
@::Listens the OPS' message::
CNS_Jordain says:
@::Arrives on the 3rd floor and searches for Dr. Greenbeak's office::
Host CO_Sketek says:
@*OPS* That is truly strange.
OPS_Capulette says:
*CO* Suggestions? Comments?
Host MelodianNavigator says:
FCO: Help yourself to the ship's computers if you like, most of the young people love the computers.
Host DrGreenbeak says:
::Silver feathered, older Melodian with glasses:: CNS: A fellow doctor, well met.
FCO_Durron says:
@Navigator: I think I will pass.  Thank you for this most informative conversation.  I may take you up on that offer later though. Thank you again.
Host CO_Sketek says:
@*OPS* I think that it's time for the away team to beam up anyway. We will have to see the situation more closely and listen to input from all officers.
FCO_Durron says:
@::Starts for the exit:: Navigator: Oh, what was the name of this vessel?
Host MelodianNavigator says:
::Waves and hands the FCO a map as a souvenir::
OPS_Capulette says:
*CO* Aye sir. I'll gather all possible information and prepare a briefing upon your return.
CNS_Jordain says:
@Greenbeak: Ah Doctor, Indeed Well met. I wonder if I could have a word with you?
Host MelodianNavigator says:
FCO: She is the "Targ."
Host CO_Sketek says:
*AT* Everyone prepare to beam back to the Andromeda.
FCO_Durron says:
@::Takes the maps:: Navigator: Thank you again.
FCO_Durron says:
@*CO* Understood
TO_Laredo says:
@*CO* Aye Sir
FCO_Durron says:
@::Heads for the area where they beamed down::
Host DrGreenbeak says:
::Fluffs his feathers:: CNS: Please sit down.
OPS_Capulette says:
::Continues Scanning polar area, documents information::
CNS_Jordain says:
@*CO* Captain, Is it possible for me to stay. I just met the good Dr. Greenbeak. We where just going to begin a conversation.
Host CO_Sketek says:
@*CNS* I will grant you an exception.
Host CO_Sketek says:
@*Andromeda* Beam back the entire away team except the counselor.
CNS_Jordain says:
@*CO* Thank you Captain, If there is anything call me.
OPS_Capulette says:
*CO* Aye sir, energizing. ::Initiates transport of Away team::
CNS_Jordain says:
@Greenbeak: Thank you.  I was wondering how your mind works.  I find it very interesting.  I'm a counselor on board of my ship and my orders are to help people with mental problems.
Host ACTDJohnSea says:
Action: The crew beams back to the Andromeda.
TO_Laredo says:
::Arrives back on the Andromeda next to the rest of the AT::
Host CO_Sketek says:
All: Let's gather to the observation lounge quickly.
OPS_Capulette says:
::Magnetic Interference disrupts scanning::
TO_Laredo says:
CO: Aye Sir.
FCO_Durron says:
::Nods at the CO's order::
OPS_Capulette says:
*CO* Magnetic interference has halted my scanning. I'll join you in the Observation Lounge with my information.
Host DrGreenbeak says:
::Puffs on a pipe::
FCO_Durron says:
::Heads for the Observation Lounge::
OPS_Capulette says:
::Gets up from OPS and walks to the Observation Lounge::
Host CO_Sketek says:
::Arrives at the observation lounge and goes next to the windows::
OPS_Capulette says:
::Enters Observation lounge and draws up information on wall panel::
TO_Laredo says:
::Arrives in the Observation Lounge::
CSO_Z`heta says:
::Enters the Observation Lounge and stands next to the TO::
FCO_Durron says:
::Enters the Observation Lounge and finds a bit of wall to lean on::
Host CO_Sketek says:
All: Welcome. OPS: Please give us a quick overview of the situation.
OPS_Capulette says:
ALL: First of all, we have chairs, don't look so.....caged, take a seat, if you please. ::Gestures towards table:: Initially we detected some obscured dilithium signatures near the poles. Further investigation lead us to find what appear to be Industrial Grade Deuterium related to Matter/Anti-Matter reactions.
CSO_Z`heta says:
::Takes a seat while listening to the OPS::
TO_Laredo says:
::Sits::
OPS_Capulette says:
ALL: As well as Starship grade duranium used in modern hull configurations. My speculations would lead me to believe there is a ship down there.
FCO_Durron says:
::Folds his hands and stays with his bit of wall::
Host DrGreenbeak says:
CNS: The Melodian mind is divided into 4 sections, each responsible for its own function, one complete section is devoted solely to flight.
OPS_Capulette says:
::Activates view screen displaying map with sensor data::
Host DrGreenbeak says:
CNS: One complete section is devoted to our personal energy fields.
Host CO_Sketek says:
::Looks at the map::
FCO_Durron says:
::Looks at the display focusing mostly on amounts and comparing them to amounts of duranium in known vessel classes::
Host CO_Sketek says:
OPS: So this is all the information we have so far?
TO_Laredo says:
::Looks at the display screen::
OPS_Capulette says:
ALL: As you can see, the proximity of the signatures in relation to each other would lead one to believe it's a ship.
CSO_Z`heta says:
::Reads the display::
OPS_Capulette says:
CO: Yes, sir. Magnetic interference is limiting sensor ability.
CNS_Jordain says:
@Greenbeak: Interesting, very interesting.  ::Makes notes of his conversation::
Host CO_Sketek says:
All: Is it very important that we do not interfere with their local affairs but on the other hand it would be very important to find out if there is alien influence or some other strange things going on here. Please think of ideas and plans.
Host DrGreenbeak says:
CNS: The other parts of the mind are for communications, emotions, thoughts, ect.
CSO_Z`heta says:
::Nods to the CO::
OPS_Capulette says:
CO: Perhaps a shuttle could get a better view.
Host CO_Sketek says:
OPS: Perhaps.
OPS_Capulette says:
ALL: Any other suggestions?
Host CO_Sketek says:
All: However we will think about that after the meeting.
CNS_Jordain says:
@Greenbeak: Are there any mental sicknesses on your world?
Host CO_Sketek says:
OPS: I thank you for the presentation, but we will swiftly change the subject.
OPS_Capulette says:
CO: Aye, sir.
Host DrGreenbeak says:
CNS: Yes, we treat various kinds of mental disorders, varying from depression to psychosis
FCO_Durron says:
::Looks at the display for weather information::
Host CO_Sketek says:
All: As you know, Starfleet missions are mostly teamwork. Therefore we need good leaders. One leader, the captain, is not enough for an entire ship.
CNS_Jordain says:
@Greenbeak: Can you give me more information about this psychosis?
CSO_Z`heta says:
::Looks puzzled at the Captain::
FCO_Durron says:
::Pulls out a PADD and begins downloading the archive of weather picked up in the recent scans than drops the PADD into his pack::
Host CO_Sketek says:
All: Since our executive officer is currently absent and we don't have a second officer, I am the only one with a leading role here.
FCO_Durron says:
::Glances around the room than looks at the CO::
Host CO_Sketek says:
All: However that is about to change. FCO: Mr. Durron, please step forward.
FCO_Durron says:
::Walks up to the Captain:: CO: Sir.
Host CO_Sketek says:
FCO: For your continuous and excellent service, you are hereby promoted to the Second Officer of the Starship U.S.S. Andromeda. You are also awarded the rank of Full Commander with all the privileges and responsibilities of your new rank.
Host CO_Sketek says:
::Replaces the Lt Cmdr. insignia with the Cmdr. insignia::
FCO_Durron says:
::Stands at attention::
FCO_Durron says:
CO: Thank you Sir.
CSO_Z`heta says:
::Claps::
OPS_Capulette says:
::Applause::
TO_Laredo says:
::Applauds::
Host CO_Sketek says:
FCO: Congratulations.
FCO_Durron says:
CO: may I say a few words to the Senior crew sir?
Host CO_Sketek says:
FCO: You may.
FCO_Durron says:
CO: Thank you.
FCO_Durron says:
Sr. Crew: crew As Second officer I promise to do what ever is in my power to keep you out of peril and keep our proud ship intact however if the time comes for hostilities I will lead you under our captain in such a manner that Starfleet Command will be proud of.  So keep up the good work.
OPS_Capulette says:
::Applause::
CSO_Z`heta says:
::Nods and cheers::
Host CO_Sketek says:
::Claps::
TO_Laredo says:
::Applauds::
FCO_Durron says:
CO: And Sir I will also do what I think necessary to keep you alive.  I may like you but I do not want your job. sir.
Host CO_Sketek says:
FCO: That is very noble.
FCO_Durron says:
::Salutes the Captain::
Host CO_Sketek says:
::Salutes the FCO as well::
FCO_Durron says:
CO: hay if I get your job I don't get to fly
FCO_Durron says:
::Looks around the room and spots his seat that remains vacant than sits down::
Host CO_Sketek says:
All: We also have another officer here who has earned our respect. OPS: Mr. Capulette, please step forward.
OPS_Capulette says:
::Steps to the CO::
Host CO_Sketek says:
OPS: For your dedication and excellent contribution to the Starfleet and U.S.S. Andromeda, you are hereby promoted to the rank of Lieutenant Junior Grade with all the privileges and responsibilities of your new rank.
Host CO_Sketek says:
::Inserts the new insignia:: OPS: Congratulations.
OPS_Capulette says:
CO: Thank you, sir. ::Stands at attention::
FCO_Durron says:
::Applauds::
OPS_Capulette says:
::Returns to seat, grinning, flicks tail::
CNS_Jordain says:
@::Still in conversation with Dr Greenbeak::
CSO_Z`heta says:
::smiles and applauds::
FCO_Durron says:
OPS: Congratulations Lt. Capulette.
Host CO_Sketek says:
All: Please deliver your congratulations to Mr. Durron and Mr. Capulette and think of new ideas about the dilithium. The meeting is over. You are dismissed.
OPS_Capulette says:
FCO: Why thank you, Commander Durron.
Host ACTDJohnSea says:
Pause USS Andromeda "First Contact" 10304.06