Host SMDave says:
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CNS_Lt_Renor says:
::Looks over the latest navigational sensor reports.::
ACTO_Lt_Curtis says:
@ ::Crouching down in a hedgerow outside the city, looking down at it before deciding where and when to enter::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::On the bridge at his station, keeping the Halas hidden::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@:: Quietly moving with Curtis, her eyes every now and then dropping to the modified tricorder on her wrist.::
AOPS_Lt_Miller says:
::Standing at his Operations station::
TO_Ens_Michaels says:
::On the bridge, keeping an eye on sensors::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ :: Seeing he has stopped, she moves to join him.::
ACTO_Lt_Curtis says:
@ ::Looks over at Senn:: CSO: Are we likely to be noticed if we enter through this side?
AOPS_Lt_Miller says:
::Running another check on the systems::
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: From their vantage point, the AT can see a large grouping of low built shacks surrounding a tall primitive launch tower.
Host ACO_Cmdr_TShara says:
::Gets up from her chair on the bridge and walks over to the CEO.::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@aCTO: I have no idea... it depends on how heavily that is being guarded.  ::nods to the launch tower::  And if it is theirs or someone interfering.  I am not picking up anyone near by at the moment.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::Looks up:: ACO: Commander?
ACTO_Lt_Curtis says:
@ ::Bites his lip and then slowly stands:: CSO: We have to chance it then. Remember, move like you belong here. Ready?
Host ACO_Cmdr_TShara says:
aOPS: I need you to keep a transporter lock and open comm channel with the Away team at all times.  If they run into problems I want them beamed out immediately Lieutenant.
AOPS_Lt_Miller says:
ACO: Aye sir.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@:: Nods and stands with him::  aCTO: Shall we play the role of being here, or more like a couple that managed to get a bit... lost?
AOPS_Lt_Miller says:
::Checks the comm signal and puts the transporters at ready status::
Host ACO_Cmdr_TShara says:
CEO: Commander have we been able to tap into the communications satellite at all and pickup any ongoing communications incoming or outgoing at all?
TO_Ens_Michaels says:
::Carefully manipulates the controls, running another scan, still getting used to the crew he'd only been assigned to at mission's beginning::
ACTO_Lt_Curtis says:
@ CSO: It's better to act like we belong. There isn't much else out here, so getting lost would draw too much suspicion. We'll have to play it by ear. ::notices the displaced ear on her neck and mentally kicks himself:: Lets get going.
ACTO_Lt_Curtis says:
@ ::Reaches inside his clothing and activates the combadge:: *Halas*: Curtis to Halas. We're going in. We should report in 10 minutes. Out. ::starts out of the shade of the hedgerow toward the facility::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
ACO: I'm not picking up any transmissions, they're being held in orbit by thrusters. It's not possible to know their function even without a better look.
Host ACO_Cmdr_TShara says:
::Looks back over at the new face at OPS.::  aOPS: Lieutenant monitor all communication traffic in the area I don't want anymore surprises while we wait for the away team.
AOPS_Lt_Miller says:
ACO: Aye sir.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ :: Not sure she agrees, she follows, given if they are asked to identify themselves, how could they?  Best to try to avoid everyone as ordered.::
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: As the AT starts for the edge of the little town, they can see smoke rising from the nearest buildings and the smell of burning flesh is pungent.  There is no sign they have been noticed.
Host ACO_Cmdr_TShara says:
CEO: Is there anyway we could tap into them from the Halas to determine their functionality?  Given there is no real way we are going to get a closer look.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ :: Wrinkles her nose::  aCTO: Someone is burning dinner.
AOPS_Lt_Miller says:
::Monitors the old style radio communications::
ACTO_Lt_Curtis says:
@ ::Wrinkles his nose:: CSO: I think it's worse than that. ::moving more cautiously now, faster but with more careful steps::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
ACO: Unlikely. I'm not picking up any transmissions from the surface either. ::pauses:: We could bring one aboard.  It might be worth the risk, I'm not showing any planet to satellite contact at all.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ :: Looks down again at the bracelet and then up at the sun::  aCTO: I guess it could be mid-day, lunch, that would explain no one being about.  :: prefers that idea to another possibility implied.::
Host ACO_Cmdr_TShara says:
CNS: Be prepared to help the doctor in sickbay once the away team is beamed back aboard.  I don't want to take any chances like the last away mission.
CNS_Lt_Renor says:
ACO: Of course Commander.
ACTO_Lt_Curtis says:
@ ::Thinking better of her idea, gathers up a few wildflowers on the way and hands them to her - hoping the locals don't consider them ugly or taboo:: CSO: Then the less questions, the better. ::lowers his voice as they move on to the harder-packed ground around the launch facility, walking straight at a shack wall with no window opening::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ :: Takes the flowers and looks at them a moment, wondering what she is supposed to do with them.:: aCTO: Lunch?
TO_Ens_Michaels says:
::Runs a quick systems diagnostic while he listens to the goings on about the bridge, one eye still on sensors::
Host ACO_Cmdr_TShara says:
CEO: I don't think that would be a wise idea at this time.  I believe it was determined that possibly the satellites aren't used for communication and more for blocking outside scans of their planet.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
ACO: I'll see what I can determine with what I have then.
ACTO_Lt_Curtis says:
@ ::almost laughs:: CSO: No, couple. ::looks around the corner of the shack, trying to ignore the heat of the metal against his back:: Looks clear... How close do you need to be?
AOPS_Lt_Miller says:
ACO: No communications to report sir.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@aCTO: You know... oddly, the field that was blocking my scans from orbit, is not registering at all on my tricorder.
Host ACO_Cmdr_TShara says:
CEO: Commander take a shuttlecraft and Lieutenant Miller with you and see if you can get close to one of the satellites.  Use your cloaking, jamming signals to obstruct your presence and see if you are able to detect the real use of the satellites.
ACTO_Lt_Curtis says:
@ ::Stays close to her as they move into the compound so their voices won't carry too far:: CSO: Atmospheric interference, maybe? ::looking up at the launch scaffolding as they move toward it::
CNS_Lt_Renor says:
::Brings up long range nav sensors and takes a look for other traffic in the area.::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
AOPS: You're with me. ACO: Understood.
Host ACO_Cmdr_TShara says:
CEO: Keep me posted Commander and don't take any unnecessary chances.
AOPS_Lt_Miller says:
CEO: Yes sir. ::Follows the CEO::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
ACO: Aye ::enters the turbolift with Miller::
AOPS_Lt_Miller says:
CEO: Done much piloting sir?
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
AOPS: A bit. Nervous? ::grins and leans against the wall::
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: As the AT nears the launch platform, they can see a small "guard shack" building with two natives in it.
AOPS_Lt_Miller says:
CEO: Just getting mentally prepared sir.
Host ACO_Cmdr_TShara says:
TO: Ensign please maintain an open comm channel between the Halas and the Away Team.  Keep in close contact with the Transporter chief to have them beamed back as soon as there is a problem.  Also, notify me of any ongoing communications in the area.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@:: Tucks the flowers under one arm for a moment and lightly brushes the bracelet::  I am reading between 3 to 5 life forms in the four nearest buildings.  Do they kind of resemble barracks to you?  As a whole, I am picking up about 500 life forms around the compound... I believe all adult.
TO_Ens_Michaels says:
::Taps into the OPS station and assumes control as the two make to leave:: ACO: Aye, Captain.
ACTO_Lt_Curtis says:
@ ::looks around:: CSO: I guess they could be barracks. Different than we would build them, but they're a different species. How many near the platform itself?
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::Exits the turbolift::
Host ACO_Cmdr_TShara says:
CNS: Mr. Renor continue monitoring long range sensors we don't need anymore surprises Lieutenant.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ :: Turns slightly toward the object in question.::
AOPS_Lt_Miller says:
CEO: I think I can probably control my space sickness this time, sir.
ACTO_Lt_Curtis says:
@ ::Tries to lead them on an indirect course toward the structure.
TO_Ens_Michaels says:
::Tunes his instruments a fair bit, attempting to get just that much more sensitivity out of the monitoring equipment::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
AOPS: Just don't vomit on me ::enters the shuttle bay::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ aCTO: I am reading 12 life forms around the area.  They are moving about.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::Climbs into the shuttle and runs through pre-flight::
AOPS_Lt_Miller says:
CEO: I'll do my very best sir.
ACTO_Lt_Curtis says:
@ ::frowns:: CSO/Self: Guards maybe. ::spots a shaded spot by some kind of structure:: Lets hold here a second. ::reaches under his clothing again for his combadge::
CNS_Lt_Renor says:
ACO:  Aye Commander.  So far the system looks clear.  Nothing new to report.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
AOPS: I did vomit on a nurse once, so I guess I'm due.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ :: Nods and stands still near the tree, seemingly looking up at the skies.::
CNS_Lt_Renor says:
::Adjusts the sensor pallets to look a little farther out of the system.::
ACTO_Lt_Curtis says:
@ *Halas*: Curtis to Halas, come in?
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
*Bridge*: Request clearance for departure. ::closes the door::
TO_Ens_Michaels says:
::Opens a channel:: *ACTO*: We read you, sir.
Host ACO_Cmdr_TShara says:
::Sits back down in her chair.::  *CEO*: You are clear for departure Commander.
ACTO_Lt_Curtis says:
@ ::Tries to make out the voice:: *TO*: Who is that, Michaels?
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
*ACO*: We'll be back soon.
AOPS_Lt_Miller says:
@CEO: And away we go.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::Goes through the ignition process and guides the shuttle out into space, jamming signals already in place::
TO_Ens_Michaels says:
::nods, unseen:: *ACTO*: Aye, lieutenant. The Captain's currently clearing a shuttle for departure...
Host ACO_Cmdr_TShara says:
*CEO*: Acknowledged Commander.
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: the bay doors open and the shuttle glides effortlessly into space aft of Halas and between the ventral and dorsal nacelles.
AOPS_Lt_Miller says:
#::Starts up the scanners and a dampening field to block any scans::
ACTO_Lt_Curtis says:
@ ::Frowns to himself and looks offhandedly at Senn while she gathers more data:: *TO*: When she's free, let her know that we're near the launch structure now. There may be guards patrolling it. I can't predict what will happen. I'm awaiting orders to go in or not.
Host ACO_Cmdr_TShara says:
::Closes the comm channel and looks over at the Michaels as she listens to the incoming message.::
TO_Ens_Michaels says:
*ACTO*: Aye, sir. ::turns to see if the ACO has a free minute::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
#AOPS: As soon as we get close enough, tie in the Halas's sensors to improve our chances.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
#::Lays in a course for the nearest Satellite::
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: A passerby rounds the corner of a building behind the AT and spots them near the tree.  The passerby stares intently at them but makes no other moves as he walks on to another building.
AOPS_Lt_Miller says:
#CEO: Aye sir.
ACTO_Lt_Curtis says:
@ ::Curses to himself as he notices the passerby:: CSO: Maybe we should move on...
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@:: Under her breath:: That was interesting... aCTO: Possibly.  But which way?
TO_Ens_Michaels says:
ACO: Away team reporting, Captain, they've located the launch site but there may be guards on patrol.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ aCTO: The energy I am reading is fairly low grade... just standard electricity.
AOPS_Lt_Miller says:
#::Starts to scan the satellite::
Host ACO_Cmdr_TShara says:
::Notices the TO wanting her attention.::  TO: Notify the Away Team proceed on past the structure and see if there is another location where they can monitor it undetected.
ACTO_Lt_Curtis says:
@ CSO: Anywhere but here. If that person went to tell anyone, we don't want to be here when they come looking. ::takes her arm and moves them along, conversing with her in low tones:: Is that electricity enough to run this whole place?
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
#::Nears the satellite:: AOPS: Begin scans...::scans for himself as well::
TO_Ens_Michaels says:
ACO: Aye, Captain. ::reopens the channel:: *ACTO*: Away team from the bridge. Orders are to proceed past the structure and attempt to isolate a location from which to monitor it undetected.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@aCTO: The lighting and that launch tower... minimal... at least what I am picking up.
ACTO_Lt_Curtis says:
@ ::listens to the reply:: *TO*: Understood. Inform the Captain that we may have been spotted. I'm not certain. But we'll look for another vantage. Surface team, out.
AOPS_Lt_Miller says:
#CEO: Sir it's made of a rather inferior aluminum alloy and consists of electrical circuits powered by internal power cells sir.
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The two natives from the "guard shack" exit the shack and begin walking towards the AT, robes flowing.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@aCTO: You know, we might have been stared at because we are a bit tall for the average person.
TO_Ens_Michaels says:
::Closes the channel, and turns back to the captain:: ACO: Sir, away team advises they may have been spotted but will proceed as instructed. I've not lost the lock on them yet.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ :: Looks up:: aCTO: Darn... company coming.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
#AOPS: I can see that...I'd still like to determine its function.
Host ACO_Cmdr_TShara says:
::Nods to the TO as she hears the message.::  TO: Maintain that lock Ensign and be prepared to beam them out immediately if there are signs of trouble.
CNS_Lt_Renor says:
ACO: LRS are still clear Commander.
ACTO_Lt_Curtis says:
@ CSO: Well let’s hope they know what Basketball is.... ::spots the company when she does and then whispers quickly:: Keep moving!
Host ACO_Cmdr_TShara says:
::turns to the CNS::  CNS: Acknowledged Lieutenant.
AOPS_Lt_Miller says:
#CEO: You could always send it a signal and see what happens....sir.
TO_Ens_Michaels says:
ACO: Yes sir. ::reaffirms the lock with a few short commands::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
#AOPS: Give it a shot.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ ::Wracks her mind for the reference and decides to wait and ask later::
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The "guards" stop about 8 meters from the AT and just stare at them.
AOPS_Lt_Miller says:
#::Tries to open a link to the satellite::
ACTO_Lt_Curtis says:
@ ::Throws a surreptitious look at the guards but keeps moving along the fence:: CSO: Just cautious maybe? Do you have any other groups moving toward us on your tricorder?
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ ::Nods and moves slightly closer to Curtis, reaching for his hand, trying to project their early illusion.::
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The two "guards" move quickly back in front of the AT, staying about 8 meters away and stare more intently at them.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ :: Looks at the individuals honestly confused.::
TO_Ens_Michaels says:
::Tightens his lock just a little on the away team, and just waits::
ACTO_Lt_Curtis says:
@ ::Takes her hand and stops, looking back at the guards:: CSO: okay... that's pretty clear... They know we're here and they want us gone. We can leave, or we can confront them. ::looks at Senn:: Do you have enough?
AOPS_Lt_Miller says:
#CEO: Nothing on comm, I'll try a direct uplink to its computer system sir.
Host ACO_Cmdr_TShara says:
::Waits on word from the away team as to any further interaction with the guards.::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
#::continues scanning:: AOPS: I'm still coming up with zero.
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The section of the fence that the AT stops near happens to have a small hole in it that shows what may lay behind it.
AOPS_Lt_Miller says:
#CEO: Any suggestions sir?
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ :: Barely nods her head not saying anything, concerned the others are not saying anything either.::
ACTO_Lt_Curtis says:
@ ::Rubs his chest, activating the combadge:: *Halas*: Surface team to Halas. Stand by for possible emergency transport.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
#AOPS: Just one. *ACO*: Captain, we're going to need to bring one in if we're to find out anymore about it.
TO_Ens_Michaels says:
*ACTO*: Already have it set up, sir. Just say the word.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ ::Thinks that is not possible... they would have to run.  As she subtly notes where they might 'hide' for beaming, she notices the gap and looks through it.::
ACTO_Lt_Curtis says:
@ CSO: Lets see what else we can find out and run if we have to. ::tightens his grip on her hand and moves toward the fence::
TO_Ens_Michaels says:
ACO: Sir, the away team may require an emergency beam out.
Host ACO_Cmdr_TShara says:
*CEO*: Acknowledged Commander.  Will you be able to bring it aboard the shuttle or will you need to do it from the Halas?
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
#*ACO*: We can use the shuttle's transporter.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ ::Keeps a partial eye on the two as they appear to be passing along.::
Host ACO_Cmdr_TShara says:
TO: Noted Ensign be ready as soon as they give the word.
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The AT spots glimpses of a totally different world as they peer through the gap in the primitive fence.  The fence runs along the edge of a huge pit that seems hundreds of meters deep with hundreds of workers all around the pit.
Host ACO_Cmdr_TShara says:
*CEO*: Very well Commander let us know if you need any assistance from the Halas.
ACTO_Lt_Curtis says:
@ ::Looks through the gap, voice a strained whisper:: CSO: I thought there was only a few people in there?
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
#::Transports the satellite to the shuttle::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
#::Sets a course back to the ship::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ :: Wishing she was a telepath about now, sub vocalizes.:: aCTO: I only picked up the 8 in the general area.
AOPS_Lt_Miller says:
#::Goes back to look at the satellite::
ACTO_Lt_Curtis says:
@ ::Frowns, wishing he'd brought a tricorder with him:: CSO: Then something's very wrong. ::glances at the guards and then back at her:: We need to get in there.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ :: Facing away:: aCTO: I thought we needed to get a way from here... for now.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
#::pilots the shuttle::
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The "guards" quickly move back in front of the AT.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ aCTO: Give me a sec... :: starts to do a fake stumble only for it to be real as she suddenly stops.  As if she were shy, turns to Curtis and lightly brushes her bracelet::
AOPS_Lt_Miller says:
#::Reaches out to touch the satellite::
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The "guards" suddenly rush towards the AT.
ACTO_Lt_Curtis says:
@ ::Helping her up:: CSO: What are you doing?
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
#::Brings the shuttle into the launch bay after receiving clearance::
ACTO_Lt_Curtis says:
@ CSO/Self: Oh no! Run! ::grabs her hand and heads the other way, hoping the guards aren't armed::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ :: Hearing the crunching of rocks looks up and back:: aCTO: Would now be a good time to run?
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The AT is suddenly overwhelmed by severe pain from no source at all.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ ::Lets go of his hand so the two of them have more mobility::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ :: Cries out and stops, falling to her knees::
ACTO_Lt_Curtis says:
@ ::Almost bites his tongue off at the sudden, sharp pain:: *Hal.... ::groans, dropping to his knees::
TO_Ens_Michaels says:
ACO: Captain, multiple life signs approaching the away team!
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::Lands the shuttle in the shuttle bay:: AOPS: I'm beaming the satellite to cargo bay one. Did you find anything out?
Host ACO_Cmdr_TShara says:
TO: How close are the guards to our people?
AOPS_Lt_Miller says:
CEO: Not yet, but I'd like to tear this baby apart and find out how it ticks sir.
TO_Ens_Michaels says:
ACO: Within half a km, sir... ::pauses as the partial signal comes over the comm::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ :: Closes her eyes, the pain in her head building to blindness as she tries to make her body obey.::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::Beams the satellite to the cargo bay:: AOPS: You'll get your chance, come on with me to the cargo bay.
ACTO_Lt_Curtis says:
@ ::Holding his head, eyes squeezed shut::
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The guards easily lift the two away team members and carefully carry them towards one of the nearby buildings.
Host ACO_Cmdr_TShara says:
TO: Keep an eye on them and see if they can get out by themselves.  Notify me when they are completely alone.
TO_Ens_Michaels says:
ACO: Not going to happen sir. They appear to be... either being escorted or carried. I show two life signs in immediate proximity.
AOPS_Lt_Miller says:
CEO: Aye sir. ::Follows the CEO::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ :: Between the sever pain and frustration of the situation, she embarrassingly feels a tear slowly slide down her cheek::
Host ACO_Cmdr_TShara says:
TO: That is fine Ensign just keep me apprised if anything changes.
Host SMDave says:
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