CAPTAIN'S LOG - STARDATE 10710.23- SUPPLEMENTAL: For over two weeks now, we've been fighting to get the derelict Claymore back in some sort of functioning order. The crew have made great strides in that area and increased the quality of life aboard immeasurably. Unfortunately, we've gone as far as we can with what we have aboard. It's time we take a look around and meet our neighbors.

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Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::early, standing near the mostly-looted maintenance area of the flight deck near the large blast doors that lead to the interior of the ship:: ::waits with T'Shara for the rest of the senior staff to arrive::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Enters the flight deck, his lab coat pulled tightly around him and his arms folded in front of his chest::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::walks onto the flight deck looking like a chimney sweep, covered in soot like junk from working on environmental systems::
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::arrives on the flight deck.  Stands for a moment taking it all in::
CIV_LtCmdr_Selan says:
::Enters the flight deck, peering around::
MO_Lt_Raeyld says:
::Somewhere between decks 5 and 6, traveling down an access tube::
MO_Lt_Raeyld says:
::Emerges on deck 8 and, upon ascertaining that no one is within sight, breaks into a run toward the flight deck::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::looking more than a little dingy and tired himself, tries to straighten his uniform out some while he waits for the rest to arrive:: CMO/CEO/CTO/CIV: The others should be here shortly. Please have a seat. ::indicates the folding chairs the maintenance crew normally used on their coffee breaks::
CIV_LtCmdr_Selan says:
::Plum exhausted himself and grateful for the chair, sits down::
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::moves to a chair and sits::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::takes a seat and tries not to fall asleep::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Her hands slightly green, she dashes to the entrance and stops to take a breath.  Pushing a stand of loose hair back, she ignores the fact she probably left another streak on her face.::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Takes a seat, leaning over a bit as he sits down, appearing...well, cold, for lack of an easily attributable emotion::
MO_Lt_Raeyld says:
::Comes to a stop, takes one deep breath, and walks casually, as usual, into the flight deck area, glances about at its occupants::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Entering, she makes her way to the group and finds a seat.::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::sees the last two women make their way in:: All: Good, everyone's here now.
CIV_LtCmdr_Selan says:
::Leans back, both his hands clasped on the crystal orb that is the handle of his cane, which is firmly held between his legs::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::checks over the roster expected for the meeting, nods, and then hands the list to T'Shara to hold:: All: I won't hold you up. I know how busy you are, and how much there is left to do. We'll try to make this short.
MO_Lt_Raeyld says:
::Slips into an empty seat a few feet from the CMO::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
All: Since we arrived on Claymore and once we got a clear understanding of the magnitude of this ship's condition - as well as our own, several of you have campaigned for an exterior expedition to explore the neighborhood as it were.
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::interested::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::looks up::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Sits back in his chair, somewhat surprised::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
All: The motives differ from person to person, from essential goods we need, to ending the isolation, to merely learning more about our situation. Over that same period I've elected to keep us contained aboard this ship as much as possible. Some of you I've explained the reason to, some of you I haven't. I believe it's important that you know why.
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::listens::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
All: I felt that we couldn't risk being discovered aboard this ship in the state it was. We would have been easy prey. Perhaps we're still prey, but not quite as easy now. And, I agree, we've gone as far as we can with what we've got. Now we need help. We need supplies. We need information.
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::nods::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::meets his friend's eyes:: CEO: Commander Hayward, you will lead an expeditionary team to find supplies for the ship. Counselor Renor will join to assist in negotiations. His job will be to get us the best possible deal. Your job will be to make sure we stay... on point with our negotiations.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
CO: Understood
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CSO/CTO: Lieutenants Senn and Ki, you'll be joining the expeditionary team. Lieutenant Thursson will be flying our last remaining Auxiliary craft in the upper Hangar, while your jobs will be to get information about our situation and assess its security implications and provide security, respectively.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Nods::
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::nods::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::focuses on the doctors:: CMO/MO: Choose amongst yourselves, but I'd like someone along from Medical just in case. And also to keep an eye out for medical supplies or equipment that might come into play during the negotiations. Your expertise may also come in handy in other ways.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
All: Commander Davis will be joining to serve as supply officer for this little run. He has the most current information on what we have in stock.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::folds his arms:: ALL: The problem is, what we have in stock isn't enough. Not for any meaningful bartering. We'll trade what food and medical supplies we can spare, but we have other things to trade. We have manpower and we have technical expertise.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
All: We have cloth, furniture... any number of things we don't currently need.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
All: Any questions or suggestions? This is an open forum. Speak your mind. This expedition leaves in 10 minutes. Flight has already fueled the auxiliary ship.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Thinks they may not need them for survival, but for morale.  Frowns at the captains thoughts.::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::looks at them, somewhat surprised:: All: No questions? No suggestions. Anyone?
CIV_LtCmdr_Selan says:
CO: Is there room for additional security to accompany this team, Captain?
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Remains quiet, lowering his head slightly::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::nods:: CIV: There is, Selan. As many as Commander Hayward chooses to bring along and that the ship can hold. I don't want to look like we're invading anyone, but I don't want the expeditionary team to appear weak. And more importantly, for the moment I don't want to lead anyone back to this ship. I had a few men from Maintenance strip off the ship's registry and markings this morning. Until you have a confirmed deal, no delivery point is to be mentioned, and anything that has to be brought back will be brought back by our own ship.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Briefly wonders if slavery is excepted here abouts.::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
All: if there are no further questions, you're free to leave. CEO: Commander, a moment in private?
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
CO: Certainly. ::moves over to the captain::
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::stands slowly::
CIV_LtCmdr_Selan says:
::Nods, and with a grunt, gets himself up::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Looks to Raeyld::  MO:  Do you have a preference?
CIV_LtCmdr_Selan says:
CTO: Lieutenant, a moment.
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::moves towards the CIV::  CIV:  Yes Commander?
MO_Lt_Raeyld says:
::Looks back:: CMO: Did you ever catch up for my turn being kidnapped?
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::waits until he's out of earshot of the others:: CEO: Your mission is to bring back supplies - and nothing else. If you get so much as a whiff that a contact might be a threat to this ship and crew, I want you to pull out immediately. Understood?
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
MO:  I don't immediately recall.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
CO: Understood. I'd rather not make us a target either
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::nods:: CEO: Good man. Take care out there, Woody. ::claps him on the back and turns to address the remaining crew::
CIV_LtCmdr_Selan says:
CTO: I don't anticipate this coming to armed conflict, but I want you to take four security personnel with you for this. Just in case things get rough even if we're not looking for it to be.
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
CIV:  Understood.  Anyone in particular you'd recommend?
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CSO/CTO: I'd like you all to keep an eye out, while you're outside, for any Federation weapons signatures. It might be the Orion or Halas herself. Or who knows who else these people may have taken. Or it may be our own equipment. I'd like to know who's been aboard this ship, just in case. It's not priority, but keep your eyes open.
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
CO:  Will do.
MO_Lt_Raeyld says:
::Considers a moment:: CMO: I'll go. If you've no objections.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Finally stands:: CO: Understood.
FCO_LtJG_Thursson says:
:: onboard the 'yacht' at the helm, doing the preflight checklist ::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
MO:  I've none.  Do you think you'll need any equipment in particular?
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::Walks over to the CMO:: CMO: Have you in your department decided who will go?
MO_Lt_Raeyld says:
CMO: Perhaps a "sampler" kit, since we're there to trade. Also, additional first-aid supplies. I may not be able to immediately treat major injuries, but smaller conditions can be treated on board.
CIV_LtCmdr_Selan says:
::Half smiles and puts a hand on the CTO's shoulder:: CTO: I'll let you decide, Lieutenant. They're your people too.
MO_Lt_Raeyld says:
CMO: Would you have a medic run a kit down to the vessel?
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
CIV:  You've spent more direct time with them than I have, Commander.  How about you for starters?  ::grins::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
CEO:  Doctor Raeyld will be accompanying you.  ::Stands, arms still folded::  MO:  I'll see to it you have what you need for scheduled departure.  ::Nods to Hayward, then Raeyld::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
CEO: Commander, I will be right back... I need to get a few things, nominal though they are.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
CMO: Very well. MO: Lets go, times a'wasting
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
CSO: We’ll be ready as soon as you are back.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::climbs aboard the shuttle::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Nods and makes a quick exit.::
CIV_LtCmdr_Selan says:
::Gives it some thought:: CTO: Take Mr. Paris. And Mr. Hilton. And the Olsens. You know, the twins. They should be fine.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Making her way to hydroponics, she heads for the back room.  There she quickly washes her face and takes off her grungy makeshift coveralls.  Good impressions never hurt.::
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
CIV:  Good thinking Commander.  ::contacts the appropriate parties and tells them to get their butts to the hanger immediately::
MO_Lt_Raeyld says:
CEO: Aye, Sir.  ::Falls in line beside him, waiting for his lead::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
*Alindo*  Welland to Petty Officer Alindo.  I need you to bring Raeyld one of the first aid kids we assembled.  She'll be on the flight deck.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Grabbing a brush and a few other items, she tosses them into small bag and quickly heads back out, closing it as she goes.::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::takes the co=pilot seat:: FCO: Are we ready to leave?
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
<Alindo>  *CMO*  Right away!  ::Ducks through sickbay and picks up one of the first aid med kits, scurrying out the door toward the turbolift::
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::watches the oddly named tactical officers coming rushing in and thinks that Selan has really whipped these slackers into shape::
FCO_LtJG_Thursson says:
:: nods at the CEO :: CEO: I am when you are, sir. :: pushes some buttons as he finishes up his pre-flight and gets ready for the departure order ::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
FCO: We're just waiting on the rest of the team
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::hustles them towards the flight craft::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Dashing back into the shuttlebay, she makes her way to the shuttle and climbs in, moving toward sensors.::
CIV_LtCmdr_Selan says:
::Steps up besides the CO:: CO: You think the Starship Recovery Bureau will be upset we got back one ship only to lose another?
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::gets the tactical team all stowed and secured::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::glares a bit at Selan:: CIV: The Halas isn't confirmed lost yet, Selan.
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The shuttle powers up just as it should and everything seems to be in order.
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::finds a seat::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
<Alindo>  ::Speed-walks through the flight bay doors, scooting through to the vessel, ducking inside::  MO:  Here are the supplies M.D. called for.  ::Offers the kit::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
FCO: Depart as soon as you are ready
MO_Lt_Raeyld says:
Alindo: Thank you, very much.  ::Takes the kit in hand and stays up near the CEO::
CIV_LtCmdr_Selan says:
CO: Of course not, Jyg'Lo. I will miss it though ... the previous design of bulkheads reminded me of being back on the Ambassador Class Scorpius.
FCO_LtJG_Thursson says:
CEO: Aye, sir. :: begins the departure sequence and takes the shuttle out ::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Takes a look around the flight deck, spinning slowly on his heels...lowers his head and remains where he's standing, pensive::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CIV: Yes, well, with any luck we'll find her again and you can wax nostalgic as much as you like. ::wonders:: Why didn't you go with them?
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The shuttle glides through the obviously wrenched bay doors.
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
<Alindo>  ::Offers a short salute::  MO:  Good luck, ma'am.  ::Hurries back out::
CIV_LtCmdr_Selan says:
CO: Lieutenant Ki needs to stretch his legs. I want him to get more accustomed to the security staff. He will be able to go places I cannot ... ::Taps his bad leg with his cane::
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
@CEO:  Does this ship have external sensors or will we be looking through the windows?
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
FCO: First thing I want you to determine is our location.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@CTO: We should have some sensor capabilities, feel free to take them, with our science officer
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
@CEO:  Aye.  ::moves to a console and activates::
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The first thing immediately obvious to the shuttle crew is the pure density of alien ships all packed together in as far as the eye and sensor can see.
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
@::goes a bit pale as he looks over the sensor data::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@Self: whoa
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CIV: Well, we can't all be perfect, Commander. If you're not too busy, I need you on the bridge monitoring communications.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@CTO: Scan for the Halas
CIV_LtCmdr_Selan says:
::Raises eyebrow:: CO: Of course. And what will you be doing, Captain?
FCO_LtJG_Thursson says:
@CEO: I'm on it, sir. :: brings up the navigational sensors to try to get a fix on their location as he begins to work out a rough search grid ::
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
@::thinks that will be like looking for a needle in a haystack, but commences searching:: CEO:  This could take a while.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ :: Nods to Ki as she quietly scans the area, having little to say.::
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The second thing the shuttle crew will notice is none of the vessels in the area have power or life signs.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@CTO: I'm aware of that. CSO: What’s your take on this? There are hundreds of vessels here.
MO_Lt_Raeyld says:
@::Sits back, her attention focused on the contents of her ample supplies kit::
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
@::not finding anything familiar, keeps searching::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CIV: Keeping an eye on the three hundred and seventy crewmembers who didn't just leave the ship.
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Observes the Captain and the officer he doesn't know, wondering if perhaps he should be waiting for further orders::
CIV_LtCmdr_Selan says:
::Shakes head:: CO: Fair enough, Captain. I'll be on the bridge.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@:: Not looking up.::  CEO: Commander, do you have any specific destination in mind?
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
@::begins searching another quadrant::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@CSO: Not at them moment. I repeat, what is your take on this situation? The other vessels...
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ CEO: As for take, take on what part of our situation?
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@CSO: The other vessels
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::nods:: CIV: You're dismissed. I want quarterly updates on their progress, and to be notified immediately if we lose contact, Commander. ::turns away and heads across the flight deck, slightly annoyed and showing it::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@  :: Finally looks up and turns around:: CEO: The fact there are no life signs and no major sources of power?  Or the fact there are so many of them?  Or the fact we are out here roaming around and no one else is apparently doing so?
CIV_LtCmdr_Selan says:
::Canes his way off the flight deck, and works to find the most efficient way to the bridge to monitor the team's progress::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Stands by himself in the flight deck for a moment...finally, and slowly, makes his way out::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::catches up with Welland on the way out:: CMO: You sent Doctor Raeyld, then?
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@CSO: That, and I'd like you opinion - should we attempt to scavenge them. My first impulse is to believe they encountered the same fate as the Claymore, and there will be nothing to scavenge.
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
@::clears his throat::  CEO:  I'm not finding any familiar ships in here.  A ways to go yet though.  ::continues sensor sweeps::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
CO:  Rather, she volunteered.  ::Nods slightly::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@CTO: Keep at it
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
@CEO:  Aye.  ::does so::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::uses the conversation with Welland to get his mind off Selan:: CMO: I see. She's an eager young officer, for certain. But are you content with that? Not getting as much field time, I mean.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@CTO: Try and focus on just a few of the ships, look for deuterium and dilithium in particular
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ CEO: I think we are zoo animals as are the others out there for some reason I have no idea.  I think they are all safely tucked away as we were.  I think we are here because they wanted us to fix one of their new toys or they wanted to observe what we would do next.  As for the other ships...
FCO_LtJG_Thursson says:
@:: looks at the results of the navigational scans and sighs :: CEO: The navigational sensors aren't getting anything, sir. We're no where.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@CEO: I honestly do not know.  I think we are going to have to go and check it out.  Keep in mind, the Claymore came here in probably very different circumstances then the other ships.  In a sense, it was fair game.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
FCO: Take us around the 'shipyard then, see if we come across anything useful
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
CO:  Perfectly all right with it.  Her qualifications for away missions are superior to mine, anyway.
FCO_LtJG_Thursson says:
@CEO: Aye, sir. :: brings up the grid pattern he worked out while the navigational scan was running and puts it in motion ::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@::disgruntled:: All: Looks like we're up the proverbial creek without a paddle
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
@CEO:  Right.  ::adjusts the sensors and focuses scans on the nearest ships::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::shrugs:: CMO: It's your department. ::moderates his pace to keep in line with the doctor:: While I've got you, anything to report on the crew? How have the safety wardens been working?
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ CEO: I would suggest we find a nice ship that does not look to alien, and go visiting.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@CSO: I agree. We'll see what we come up with on sensors
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
CO:  Very well.  No major incidents to report.  The crew's been cooperative, overall.  We've been staying on top of things, and the few injuries we've had have been taken care of in short order.
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
@CEO:  Nothing so far, but lots more to check.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::nods:: CMO: That's good. If it turns out we have to trade manpower to get what we need, I'd like to have as much able to work as possible.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@ CTO: It's hard to be patient, I know.
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
@CEO:  Seems we don't have much choice.
MO_Lt_Raeyld says:
@::Makes particular note of the supply of restoratives::
CSO_Lt_Senn_ says:
:: Half seriously:: @ CEO: I could close my eyes and just point and say that one.
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: Inside the shuttle, there is a greenish blue flash, and the CSO disappears from her seat.

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