Arcadia Station SB-101 / USS Quirinus NCC-83942
SD 11105.09

Starring:
Mitch Travis as Commanding Officer Captain Sulek
Christina Doane as Station Commander Captain Paige Harker
Christopher Dickinson as Chief of Security Commander Bill Powers
Bruce Oriani as Chief Science Officer Lt. Commander Trikk Starr
Karriaunna Scotti as Counselor Commander Azhure Powers

Ship Manager Keith LaHue

Also Starring:
Keith LaHue as Sans Serif

Absent:
None

TIME LAPSE SINCE LAST MISSION: None

“Terrapin Station, Part 7: Lady with a Fan": Last time on Arcadia... The crew of Arcadia finds themselves back on Terrapin - or is it?  There is now a class M world there, whereas the last time it had been a gas giant.  And it is populated...

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CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he looks at the leader of the Sans Serif:: Serif: How does one talk to the Terrapin?
Sans_Serif says:
CO: One does not seek him out. He will seek us out, if the time is right
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks over at Starr and indicates his tricorder:: Starr: Be sure you get complete scans.
CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Mutters something about "the time better be right" ::
SC_Capt_Harker says:
::Looks around, listening to the CO speak. Still amazed he's healed.::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Serif: Is there a place where he is more likely to seek you out in?
Sans_Serif says:
::shakes his head:: CO: No. We often go millennia without communication
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
::pulls out the tricorder and begins scanning, pressing buttons, and scanning::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Serif: I do not believe we have that long ourselves. ::He realizes that he doe not have a tricorder of his own having arrived by stretcher::
SC_Capt_Harker says:
::Fights the urge to run her fingers through her hair in frustration.::
Sans_Serif says:
CO: You are most welcome to stay amongst us.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Serif: Would you object to our scanning you. It should be quite harmless. Since we will most like grow sick and die if we leave, we may not have much option.
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
::scans the surroundings::
Sans_Serif says:
CO: You are most welcome to scan anything here you like
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::turns to Harker:: Harker: Captain: If you wouldn't mind? I seem to have no equipment.
Sans_Serif says:
::looks over at the science officer scanning:: CO: Most primitive devices.
CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Glances around their surroundings ::
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
Sans Serif: Yea well, it what we got, so we do the best we can with it
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Serif: Indeed? We would be most interested in your own technology. It may also give us a greater understanding.
Sans_Serif says:
CO: Everything we have is available to you
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Serif: Then perhaps if were to show us your medical facilities. Perhaps by access to your own biology and medicine, we could find the cure for the disease that attacks us.
SC_Capt_Harker says:
::Continues to observe and nods at that last part.::Sans: Yes that would help greatly.
Sans_Serif says:
CO: Medical facilities? We have none...no one has died here, or suffered from what you call dis-ease, in untold centuries. There are occasional injuries from accidents...but those generally take care of themselves.
SC_Capt_Harker says:
Sans Serif: What about scanning technology?
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
::scans San Serif and the other people::
CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Wonders if they have self-replicating biologies, or if the planet or atmosphere affects them at a cellular level ::
Sans_Serif says:
SC: We have such devices for agricultural uses. I supposed they could be modified to suit whatever your needs are.
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
CO/SC: A word in private Captains
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he moves near Powers:: Powers: No technology that we observe. They give every indication of a pre-warp civilization, yet they find our technology primitive.
SC_Capt_Harker says:
::Nods and glances questioning at CO.:: CSO: Of course. Sans: if you excuse us
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::moving to Starr:: CSO: You have something?
SC_Capt_Harker says:
::Nods to Sans and moves over to the CSO with a question in her eyes.::
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
CO/SC: ::shows them the scans, lowers voice so only they can hear:: They are rife with disease. Everything from AIDS to Polio to TB. But they seem to have a natural immunity - much like Sally Knight did back on the station
CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Opens his mouth to answer, then the Captain moves off again ::
SC_Capt_Harker says:
CSO/CO: Ok but how does that help us we want to get rid of the disease not put it in a holding pattern...
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Starr: Keep scanning. We need to know what protects them. ::he moves back to Powers::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: Pardon, my interruption. I am most curious to know your own thoughts.

ACTION: Everyone on the away team is feeling unusualy well

CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
CO: I was going to point out that they are a warp capable civilization. Since we're feeling well, the healing powers must be something with the planet, or the atmosphere...
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
CO/SC: I can determine that they can be "harvested" in much the way Sally "could have been", but it would result in the death of the harvested.
SC_Capt_Harker says:
CSO: We need to find out how this immunity works and how we can use it without harvesting anyone...
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
SC: You tell me where to start, and I'll throw in with you.
SC_Capt_Harker says:
::smiles ruefully and thinks for a moment.::CSO: Well what about scanning all factors air, plant life etc something's gotta be the source of all this..
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: his hearing picks up the harvesting comment and he looks back at Starr and then at Harker and shakes his head no::
SC_Capt_Harker says:
::Catches the CO's eye and nods in agreement.::
SC_Capt_Harker says:
::Pulls out her own tricorder to help scan.::
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
::scans the plants and environment::
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
::scans animals::

ACTION: A little cat-like animal approaches the CSO, looking curious

CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
SC: It doesn't matter what I scan...plants, animals...same result...all healthy.
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
::notices the animal::
SC_Capt_Harker says:
::Assists in scanning.::
SC_Capt_Harker says:
::sighs as her own results confirmed his.::CSO: Dammit..
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
SC: It is natural but not part of this planet. They could leave and not get sick, but we however cannot
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
:;continues to scan, but does not lose focus of the cat-like animal::
SC_Capt_Harker says:
::Nods at the CSO then heads over to the CO, deep in thought.::

ACTION: The cat arches its back and brushes up against Starr

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: Or hidden technology. I am relying on your expertise in stealth protection to verify if it is more than the planet.
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
::scans the cat-like animal out of curiosity::
CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: refrains from asking what he's talking about, and just nods, going back to observing with his eyes ::
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
::raises an eyebrow concerning the cat's actions, but makes no moves as not to startle it::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Serif: No one has died...not even by accident.
SC_Capt_Harker says:
::Nods to CO and Powers.::CO/CSec: Nothing from CSO, only the people can't leave here but no reasons why yet.....
Sans_Serif says:
CO: That is correct. No one has died here for.. I don't even know how long
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
::The cat has shown no aggression towards him, so aggression towards the cat isn't warranted::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Serif:

ACTION: The cat purrs

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Serif: What sort of accidents? You said they tend to take care of themselves. How exactly does that work?
Sans_Serif says:
CO: Our kind has a regenerative capability. While we feel pain, it is only transient. Any damage to us is repaired spontaneously
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
::reaches down, picks up the cat carefully, curls it in his arm, and begins to rub it's belly playfully::

ACTION: The cat snuggles with the science officer

CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
Cat: ::as if talking to a baby:: why hello there. yes, hello. Aren't you a cute one. So small. So soft.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he looks at SC:: Harker: Spontaneous regeneration. The CSO's harvesting idea may be plausible.
SC_Capt_Harker says:
CO: Are you really suggesting we harvest these people?
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
Sans Serif: Let me see if I understand this. We can harvest you... which would in essence 'kill' you, but you would be reborn shortly afterwards?

ACTION: The cat yawns, and falls asleep in the science officers arms

Sans_Serif says:
CNS: It is not possible for us to die - at least not in the conventional sense.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Harker: No. I am suggesting it may be possible to get the DNA without destroying the doner.
CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
Serif: I'm willing to test that theory, if you'd like.
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
::snuggles his new friend in his arm, scanning with the other::
Sans_Serif says:
::taken aback:: CSec: Our people abhor violence. I don't suggest attacking one of us.
SC_Capt_Harker says:
CO: Exactly how do you propose to do that?
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CO: No... in essence, the fact still remains that it would 'kill' the donor. However, for these people, it is but a moment in time. The hard part is, it would be best if this were a child.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Serif: The commander's humor is something of an acquired taste. I do not believe he was serious.
CSec_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Shakes his head :: CO: All in the name of science, Captain.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Lifts a brow at her husband's defense.::
Sans_Serif says:
::bemused::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Harker/Azhure: That is the question. But if they have the technology, perhaps they can give us the answer.
SC_Capt_Harker says:
CO: Fine we ask them about their technology. ::Looking somewhat stubborn on the 'not harvesting them' stance'::
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
::walks in on the conversation, rubbing the sleeping kitten's head:: ::makes a "ssshhh" motion so they don't wake it::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Starr: Could you explain to our host your proposal. Perhaps given their technology, they could suggest a less deadly approach.
Sans_Serif says:
CSO: As. I see a Gumbati has bonded with you. You are most privileged
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
CO/SC: So we "kill" 'em without "killing" them?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Harker: I assure you that I have no intent of allowing them to sacrifice themselves or for our own CSO to do the deed. I have a belief we could not even if we wanted to.
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
Sans Serif: ::quiet voice:: So that's what this is. A Gumbati. Is it possible to keep, or will taking it from here bring harm to it.
SC_Capt_Harker says:
::Nods::CO: I know, or should know. Just makes me uncomfortable, something deep inside is offended at the idea. I am glad there may be other options...
Sans_Serif says:
CSO: The Gumbati has chosen you. You are most welcome to keep it. Be advised that they have a very long life. But they do die.
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
San Serif: I am most honored.
Sans_Serif says:
CSO: They will live off the planet, if that is what you are asking
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CO/SC: My staff can make it so it is painless. And while I would never consider this except for the fact of their guarantee that individual would be shortly reborn, we have thousands or more people depending on us.
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
Sans Serif: So I can take it home to live with me on our Station? ::glances at the CO/SC hopefully::
Sans_Serif says:
CSO: Certainly
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Starr: Until we find a cure, you and it will be going nowhere. Please show Sans Serif what it is you need, perhaps he has less deadly ideas.
SC_Capt_Harker says:
CO/CSO: Yes that would be best. ::She said agreeing with the CO.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Harker: What is the station's policy of unknown species as a pet?
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
::shows Sans Serif all the data collected, the testing done, and the results, including those with Sally Knight::
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
Sans Serif: Any ideas you have will be most appreciated
Sans_Serif says:
CSO: Ah yes! You are sick. I had forgotten. I would suggest using one of our children to synthetize the cure. They are reborn with no damage, and quite quickly as well.
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
Sans Serif: ANY ideas that don't require us "harvesting" anyone/
SC_Capt_Harker says:
CO: ::At Sans last words. :: What a Planet... :: She mutters. Just sitting down right there on a nearby rock.::
Sans_Serif says:
::shakes his head:: CSO: Terrapin has sent us many such cases. Most species haven't shown your unwillingness to accept the cure. We would consider it an honor.
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
San Serif: And us not doing so would be dishonorable?
Sans_Serif says:
CSO: Not at all. But I'm afraid the limited protection offered my our planet would only last while you are here.
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Says nothing as she waits for those in command to decide.::
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
CO/SC: Do this I can. Honored they would be. Decide you must. Without your approval, do this I will not.

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TIME LAPSE TO NEXT MISSION: None