Host SMLea says:
Summary: The Andromeda drops out of warp on the far side of the Marauder debris field (if the remains can be called debris), tachyon fields active.
Host SMLea says:
~"~"~"~~"~"~"~"~"~Begin USS Andromeda Mission: "Safe Passage"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::on the Andromeda's bridge at the science station she narrows her eyes slightly as she waits for feedback from the tachyon pulse::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Continues to examine the crystals in the lab while Varesh keeps her son occupied for a moment.::
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
XO: Sensors show clean for the moment sir.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::heads out of engineering to make his way to the bridge::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CSO: Understood
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::pasts Brenden's shoulder and returns to the console:: CMO: So there's nothing really significant about these crystals?
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::flicks over scans and hisses under her breath in frustration:: XO: Sensors are continuing to show no new Duderon particles in system.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::steps into the TL and requests the bridge::
Host SMLea says:
@<DCT1_MCPO_Garman>COM: Andromeda: XO: Commander, we hadn't picked anything up on the Marauder scanners, but we're glad to dump the shuttle's sensor logs to the Andromeda.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
CNS:  Other then the oddity of them having them... not really.  And even that is not odd given the cost on the market for them.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
CMO: Perhaps it was food to the attackers?
FCO_Lt_Zdunowski says:
::Behind the helm and checking console setup.::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
CNS:  Food?  I think I missed something.  Where did that inference come from?
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
CMO: Just reaching for a reason the freighter was attacked.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
FCO: Begin a standard sweep pattern of the immediate area
Host SMLea says:
ACTION: The Andromeda finds only the fine debris field and the shuttlecraft full of their personnel in space.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CSO: I hope your sensors are right and we don't bump into anything
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::steps onto the bridge as the doors open and makes his way to his chair::  XO:  Has the shuttle safely landed back onboard?
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
XO: Should I feed course data and docking instructions to the shuttle, sir?
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CO: Not yet, we're confirming the sector is clear before dropping our shields to let them in.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CSO: Let's do a few more sweeps before we drop shields to allow them to dock.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::nods::  XO:  Excellent precaution Conor.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::nods and drafts a quick circular search pattern, starting at the location of the marauder and working outward with systematic pauses for tachyon pulses::
FCO_Lt_Zdunowski says:
::Sets the ship for standard sweep pattern.:: XO: Ayeaye sir. Standard sweep pattern is set.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
CMO: Nothing about these crystals indicate they are useful for anything other than decoration and they cost a lot. I can't think of anything else that could make that ship attack the freighter. If it was the crystals they were after.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Nods::  CNS:  The problem with not being on the bridge, I do not know what is going on unless I pester someone.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CSO: Send whatever flight adjustments you need to the FCO in the meantime.
Host SMLea says:
@<DCT1_MCPO_Garman>COM: Andromeda: XO: Just let us know when you're ready to bring us aboard, Andromeda. It's...a bit cramped in here.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
*CMO*:  Any information on those crystals Sierra?
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::nods and takes another look at the crystal matrix:: CMO: Hmmm.... take a look at this. Does this look familiar?
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
CNS: Greed comes in many forms... :: Looks at the data coming across the screen::  Odd... that reminds me of something.  :: has the computer run a comparison search::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
*CO*:  Not much at the moment... I am checking something out.  Give me about five minutes and I will get back with you.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
XO: With a momentary shield drop we could beam the shuttle's crew aboard, then bring the shuttle in by remote when we felt it was safe. sir.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
*CMO*:  Understood.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
*DCT1* We're doing a sweep of the sector before letting you dock. You'll get your personal space back eventually
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::looks over at Conor and nods::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
CMO: I hate it when I can't remember why something looks familiar and then I want to slap myself when I do make the connection.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CSO: How confident are you there is nothing out there?
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::downloads the sensor logs from the probes and frowns, then feeds the FCO a particular course:: FCO: Helmsman, I'm feeding you new search parameters.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
CNS:  We have a lot on our plate... and then add to the fact, we do not practice in these other areas of the science.  :: Looks at him with a touch a humour to lighten the mood::  by the way, did they ever say whether or not playing with peoples mind is scientific?
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
XO:  Conor, do we have any preliminary reports as to what caused the marauder to go critical?
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CO: The away team reported nothing happening and next thing the engines go critical. Given the state of their cloaking technology, I suspect sabotage.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
CMO: I still get some that insist that my field of study is voodoo. ::points at the screen:: That was unexpected.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
XO: If there was something out there I feel they would have made a move by this point.  But dealing with a cloaking technology that we do not understand and without setting up a system wide probe network...I will never be able to say the area is clear with 100 percent certainty.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::brings up a report on his console::  XO:  It also appears that someone complained of a headache right before it happened.  Could that be coincidence?
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
CMO: So they are after the crystals as a power source with some modifications?
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Steps back slightly::  CNS: I am not sure I understand what I am being told.  It is similar to a crystalline egg the bridge downloaded from the Marauder?
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CSO: Do it then but be quick. Coordinate with OPS
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
*DCT1* Hang on in there, we're going to beam you aboard.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
CMO: It looks like it - with a bit of a tweak, they have the same structures.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
CNS:  You will have to fill me in.  I can tell you it is not an exact match.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CO: I'm guess it’s unlikely
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::raises an eyebrow:: XO: Setting up a system wide probe network is going to take a significant amount of time, and a very large number of probes, sir...
Host SMLea says:
@<DCT1_MCPO_Garman>::Looks over at Kerth:: DCT3_Kerth: Look, Max. It's not your fault. We don't even know what caused it, and you couldn't have been expected to do anything about it given the pain you were in.
FCO_Lt_Zdunowski says:
::Looks at the readings of his console.::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CSO: Sorry, the beaming plan. The sensor network is a lot of time and work if we aren't staying here for an extended period.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
Hmm... :: enters a few commands, creating a model and adjusting some variables to make it match the information.::  CNS:  So it would appear.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
XO: Ah, sorry sir.  Understood.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
XO:  In any case, I don't want anything left for chance.  I'll inform Sierra to expect Kerth.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::checks the manifests for the freighter to see if it lists where the crystals are from:: CMO: We need to know where these crystals are from. Will you tell the Captain about this development?
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::Checks their location:: FCO: Helmsman, I sent you a non-standard search pattern, please input it and engage as soon as possible.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::nods at the CO::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
*CMO*:  Sierra, I'm going to have Kerth report immediately to sickbay when the shuttle crew return.  It was reported that she experienced a headache just before the incident.  I'm not sure if that has any correlation with things.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::takes a seat at tactical and charges phasers::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
*CO*:  All right.  I will head there shortly.  We have something for you on the crystals.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::turns to the operations officer:: OPS: Syncing clocks now, prepare to beam shuttle crew out on the signified mark. Shields will drop for no more than 10 seconds.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
*CO*:  You downloaded some information from the Marauder on an unknown power source.  A crystalline egg?  While this is not an exact copy, it would not take much to alter the crystalline structure so that it would match.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::raises an eyebrow:: CMO: The  manifest lists them as purchased on Vega.
Host SMLea says:
@<DCT1_MCPO_Garman>COM: Andromeda: XO: Understood, Sir.  Preparing to slave the shuttle's navigation to the FCO.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
*CMO*:  Can you send whatever information you discovered to Ivara's console.
Host SMLea says:
@<DCT1_MCPO_Garman>COM: Andromeda: FCO: Lieutenant, transferring control of the Apex to you, Sir.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
*CO*:  Yes... :: does so as she speaks and nodding to the counsellor.::  Varesh was looking for the Origin of them... the manifest lists it as being purchased on Vega.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
*CSO*:  You should have some incoming data.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
OPS: Beamout in 10....9....8... *CMO* Understood sir.  OPS:...5....4...3....XO: Dropping shields now sir.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::lowers the shields and starts to count again::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
CMO/*CO*: Mined on an obscure colony near the Romulan Neutral Zone, sir. ::continue reading and checks the scans of the Ferengi freighter while he's at it::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
CNS:  I will leave the rest to you.  I am needed soon in medical.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
OPS: Shield raised in Nine....eight...seven...six....five
FCO_Lt_Zdunowski says:
::Looks at the readings of his console.::DCT1: go ahead
Host XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::keeps an eye on the sensor readings::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
CMO: OK. Do you want to leave Brenden with me a bit?
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
OPS: Four...three... two...one.
Host SMLea says:
ACTION: Andromeda shields fall with a flicker. The shuttle crew dematerializes, leaving the Apex empty, and the crew rematerializes safely aboard the Andromeda, appearing within Main Sickbay.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::raises shields::
Host SMLea says:
ACTION: Andromeda shield flicker back into place, at full strength.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
CSO:  Ivara, I know you have your hands full, but as soon as you get a chance, see if you can cross-reference the information Sierra has sent with anything in our databank for a possible power source.
FCO_Lt_Zdunowski says:
::Picked up the controls of the Apex.::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Goes to gather her sons toys with him helping.  Then she picks up him and the bag.  Usually he complained about being carried these days, but as before, he did not.  Perhaps he picked up on the fact she needed that brief closeness::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
CNS:  No... you will probably be called to the bridge and for now... :: lightly shrugs::
Host SMLea says:
ACTION: With nary a hitch, the Andromeda gains full control of the Apex, under Lieutenant Zdunowski's command, as planned. The shuttle waits for commands.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::nods:: CMO: You know the offer stands.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
CNS:  Thank you my friend... :: Turns to leave with her unusually quiescent child::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Exiting, she made her way back to medical::
Host XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CSO: Can you start scanning the debris field to see if there is anything useful left there
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
CMO: Any time you need. ::turns back to the freighter scans, frowning at the information, murmuring to himself:: This can't be right? ::refines the parameters of the scan data::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
<Aaron>  ::walks out onto the bridge::  CO:  Can I help?
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::thinks a moment:: *CO*: A moment, sir?
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
Aaron:  Please man OPS for a bit.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
*CNS*:  Go ahead.
FCO_Lt_Zdunowski says:
XO: I have command of the Apex. Any special wishes?
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
<Aaron>  ::walks over to OPS, sits down and looks the FCO officer up and down::
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::glances at the CO and looks at the sensor patterns:: CO/XO: Looking at the sensor logs from the probes we left in orbit of the colony I have readings of what looks like a roughly heavy cruiser class vessel that entered orbit under cloak, loitered for approximately ten minutes then departed on a course for the frontier, sir
Host XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
FCO: Let’s see if the CSO can find anything useful in the sensor scan otherwise, we'll link up with the  shuttle just out of this sector and dock somewhere with less history for us.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
*CO*: Something strange came up on the scans of the freighter, sir. The manifest shows they bought 400kg of the crystals, but our scans of the ship when we arrived there show there was 700kg on board. They deal with that type of crystal often, but records show they had sold it all before returning to Vega to purchase more.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
CSO:  Any chance we could extrapolate the course they set and follow?
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
*CO*: We can send a request to Vega for additional scan information, but it will take time and we can't guarantee they actually will give us that information.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
<Aaron> FCO:  So, you the new guy?
FCO_Lt_Zdunowski says:
XO/CSO: Yes.  That is a good idea. I can open an extra communication line to the Apex in order to make the research go faster.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
*CNS*:  Go ahead and send the request.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Entering medical she heads for her office and puts her son down along with his toys.  Kneeling at his level, she asks::  Brenden: Brenden, is Bri still asleep?
FCO_Lt_Zdunowski says:
CO: Me? Ah yes I am
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
*CO*: Aye, sir. I'm including the obscure mining colony where the crystal was mined in the data that the CSO has.
FCO_Lt_Zdunowski says:
CO: And you are my new captain. I hope we can get along.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
COMP: Computer, send request to Vega for their sensor and scan records and information for the freighter as it entered and left the system, including flight plans and actual flight vectors taken by the freighter.
Host SMLea says:
<Computer> ::Beeps cooperatively:: CNS: Request sent.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
CO/XO: The timeline matches with the destruction of the Marauder. CO: I can try sir, however it is simply a course heading and if they changed course by one degree once they left orbit then an pursuit course would be significantly incorrect.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
<Aaron> FCO:  Good to meet you, the names Aaron....Aaron Knight.  ::smiles::
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
CO/XO: It would also appear that the Marauder gained a significant amount of cabrodine and infernite in our absence.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::adds his authentication codes to the request and sends it off to Vega system::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
XO:  What do you think Conor......should we attempt to set course to try and follow?
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
<Aaron> FCO:  So where you from?
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::pulls up the crystal scans and begins applying growth structure, and mineral makeup comparisons::
Host XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CO: There isn't much useful left in that debris field I suspect.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
<Brenden> :: considers the question::  CMO:  I think so... she's... fuzzy... like when daddy is far away.
FCO_Lt_Zdunowski says:
CO: My name is Konrad. Konrad Zdunowski. And I am born in Poland.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::pulls a solid set of scans from the debris field and begins the computer on a forensic explosion analysis while she continues the search pattern::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
<Aaron>  ::turns to face the captain::  CO:  Sir, SFC is requesting our status and current ETA for our next destination.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
<MO Storm>  :: Directing the arrival of the twenty-five officers.::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::eyes the crystals for a moment:: Computer: Is there any way to determine what would affect the crystals physically, like increasing its size. Some kind of radiation or another agent of some kind.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
<Aaron> ::grins::  FCO:  Nice name, Konrad.  You get a chance to check out the ship yet?
FCO_Lt_Zdunowski says:
CO: I did check it out, for the greater part. Nice ship, If I may compliment you. Took some extra course lessons, because this ship is different than my previous ship.\
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Leans over to kiss her sons brow::  Brenden:  OK... you stay in here and play.  If you need someone, just pop your head out the door and call.  But do not leave this room... OK?
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
<Brenden> :: Nods his head and taking the bag of toys, moves over to the couch and begins to take them out, one by one and lining them up.::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
Aaron:  Inform them we had a delay and will be en route shortly.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
<Aaron> FCO:  No need to compliment me.  How about meeting up for a drink or two or three after duty shift?
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Watching her son for a moment, she then stands and closes her eyes a moment, taking deep breaths, and then relates to Ethan what Brenden told her.::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
<Aaron> CO:  Aye.  ::taps information onto his console and transmits back to SFC::
FCO_Lt_Zdunowski says:
CO: Do you know any Polish people who would not take that advantage? Neither do I. That is a very good idea.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Opening her eyes, settled for the moment, she heads out to check on her staff and patients.::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Stopping next to Susie, she waits as the doctor finishes checking over one of the officers.::
Host SMLea says:
<Computer> CNS: Nothing that is known at this time.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::sighs:: Computer: Contain the crystals in a level eight force field until further notice.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
<MO Storm> :: With a smile, she sends the officer on his way with a clean bill of health.  She then turns to her chief::  CMO:  Everyone is checking out fine.  There is one though who was showing some neurological distress and is lying down for a moment.  :: Picks up her padd and pulls up the name and info::  Maxine Kerth... :hands the padd over.::
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::frowns at the computer and then nods and moves on to the explosion reconstruction, trying to figure out where the cabrodine and infernite came from::
Host SMLea says:
<DCT2_PO2_Kerth>::Lying down on a biobed, feeling a bit conspicuous, but thankful for the opportunity to rest::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Reading the padd, she murmurs her thanks and orders to see to the others before moving to Maxine Kerth::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
Computer: Monitor the crystals and inform me when it changes in any way from its current form.
FCO_Lt_Zdunowski says:
Aaron: I have a question. You look like the captain, but something in me tells me, you are not. I did meet the captain only twice under circumstances too.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::tilts his head to the side a bit as he gets a mental message::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::shuts down the console they were using after sending all the information to his bridge console before heading out of the lab, nodding at the other person still working there::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
<Aaron> FCO:  That's because he's my brother.  ::whispers::  But I'm the better looking one.....and don't tell him that.  ::grins::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
*CMO*:  Have you checked out Kerth yet?
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
PO#3 Dack: Will you be working down here most of the time?
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
<PO3>
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Quietly she moves to the woman who is resting and looks over her bioreadings.:: Maxine Kerth?  I am Dr. Sky.  It appears the rest of those who were with you are perfectly fine.  But not quite you.  Can you tell me what happened?
FCO_Lt_Zdunowski says:
Aaron: Ow. Hehe, Oopsa. What a mistake. But I am good at making mistakes, not seeing pips, and thinking that I am talking to other people. Especially in the beginning. I will keep you to that drink. I have saved one bottle of Polish Juice. But for now ::Pauses:: I have some things to do.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
~~~~ CO: She has some neurological distress, but other than that, she will be fine with some rest.  I am checking out what happened.~~~~
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::nods to herself as the computer plots the explosive placement:: CO/XO: Whoever was on that cruiser packed a cabrodine and infernite mix into the marauder's cargo bay, power source, transporters, and cloaking device before the ship blew up.
Host SMLea says:
<DCT2_PO2_Kerth>::Looks over slightly, and reactively sits up straight and attentive as she sees its the Lieutenant Commander addressing her:: CMO: Sir--Ma'a--- Doctor.  ::Nods curtly:: I was part of the team investigating the power conduits, trying to figure out how they worked. And then my head just...it was like it almost exploded.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
*CMO*:  Keep me posted.
Host XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CO: We should try track them down, maybe we extract information from them.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::heads for the TL and the bridge::
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
<SO_PO3_Dack> ::gulps and glances at the CNS:: CNS: I'll be here for the rest of the shift, then I have to do a shift in engineering, sir.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Lays a hand on her shoulder::  Kerth:  Relax... no protocol here for the moment.  Did you notice anything before your head... exploded?
Host SMLea says:
<DCT_PO2_Kerth>CMO: A moment later, the alarms started going off on the ship, but I could barely notice, the pain was so bad. Garman grabbed me and helped drag me to the shuttle, and we evacuated. But it was almost ten minutes before the pain began to fade.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::looks over at Conor and nods::  XO:  Agreed.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Nods as she listens::
Host SMLea says:
<DCT_PO2_Kerth> ::Shakes her head:: CMO: I'm afraid not, Doctor. I was just...doing my job. But right when it started, before it was too painful to be aware of...pretty much anything, it... ::Looks down, a bit uncertain, before she looks back:: ..it felt a lot like the time all the telepaths felt "off," in the asteroid field.
Host XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CSO: Plot a course to follow the cruiser based on their last known path.
FCO_Lt_Zdunowski says:
::Sends a few commands over to the Apex, in order to make it more stable in following the Andromeda.::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
Kerth:  Off...  Yes, I remember.  Can you think of anything else that might help us?
Host SMLea says:
<DCT2_PO2_Kerth>::Shakes her head:: CMO: I'm very sorry, Doctor. I don't know anything else. Ten minutes later, the pain immediately dropped off.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
Kerth:  Was it gradual as in distance, or with time?
Host SMLea says:
<DCT2_PO2_Kerth> CMO: it wasn't gradual at all. It was just as sudden as the pain had begun.
Host SMLea says:
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