<SMDrew>	Where Have all the Marbles Gone? - Mission 13- 11109.13
<SMDrew>	Summary:  The 7-day journey to the Crontium System was uncomfortable and uneventful.  The crews review and report mission in the small colony may be much more if Damrok's findings hold true…
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<CSO_LtCmd_Senn>	:: Laying down on her cot, just resting::
<SMDrew>	ACTION:  The Mara Nar drops from warp and begins to make its way to Crontium IV.
<CSO_LtCmd_Senn>	:: Feeling the ship drop from warp, she rolls out of the bed, and pulls on her clothes... sturdy Bajoran.::
<XO_Cmdr_Davis>	::bounces a ball off the nearest bulkhead and back to himself::
<OPS_Lt_Fong>	::leaning on a corner of the cargo bay, his eyes closed, and his feet propped out in front of him::
<CSO_LtCmd_Senn>	:: With a sigh, she moves to the dresser to braid her hair back.::
<CAG_FL_Williams>	::finds himself an out of the way place to just observe, and, not for the first time, checks his various equipment... low-tech, of course::
<CO_Capt_TShara>	::Sits on her cot in her temporary quarters waiting.::
<SO_Ens_Hawk>	::Leans back against the corner in the common area, lightly napping.  Was never much for sharing a room::
<CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld>	::Midway through a climb up a particular access tube, she feels the small vessel shift slightly, and immediately changes direction,. Sounds like they will be a meeting soon::
<CSO_LtCmd_Senn>	:: Clipping the braid, she turns to set the room to rights, packing what little gear she had brought.::
<Caldonian Captain>	::Through a small box on the wall in the COs quarters.:: *CO*:  Captain we have entered the Crontium System and are preparing to enter orbit.
<CTO_LtCmdr_Damrok>	::Finishes putting on his nondescript belt and checks his attire in a little mirror in his makeshift quarters, then exits the room::
<CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld>	::Shifts to the ladder directly to Deck 6, reaching the floor a moment later, and steps through to the cargo bay at large::
<CSO_LtCmd_Senn>	:: wishing she knew more about what was to happen, she heads out for the hanger where the shuttle is waiting... something she was familiar with.::
<XO_Cmdr_Davis>	::bounces the ball...again; he wonders how many times he can do this without making a mistake::
<XO_Cmdr_Davis>	::of course, he's only at 3 since the last mistake...::
<CO_Capt_TShara>	::Stands up from her cot and walks over to the box pressing a button on the wall.::  *Caldonian_Captain:*  Understood I will prepare my crew.
<CO_Capt_TShara>	::Exits her quarters and walks over to Davis' quarters and knocks::
<CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld>	::Reaches the perimeter of the general cargo bay 6 area, and finds another out-of-the-way niche in which to perch, about two meters up, waiting quietly::
<OPS_Lt_Fong>	::continues to lean in the corner of the cargo bay for all appearances asleep::
<CAG_FL_Williams>	::a quick check of a sleeve, and he nods... of course, he knew the small knife was there, but it never hurt.. well, almost never::
<CSO_LtCmd_Senn>	:: Arriving, she glances around, looking for Hawk.  Not seeing him obviously in sight, goes aboard the shuttle.::
<XO_Cmdr_Davis>	::hears the knock and instinctively gets up, watching the ball bounce off the wall and hit him in the process::
<XO_Cmdr_Davis>	::opens the door as soon as he reaches it::  CO: Captain.
<CO_Capt_TShara>	XO: Commander, get the crew around the arrow in the next five minutes for a debrief.  We have arrived in the Crontium system.
<XO_Cmdr_Davis>	::nods::  CO: Aye, Captain.  ::steps outside the door to start doing just that::
<CTO_LtCmdr_Damrok>	::Walks out past the Jarrow and peers around::
<SO_Ens_Hawk>	::Notes Eris enter the shuttle and rises to go see what she's doing::
<CO_Capt_TShara>	::Nods and takes her leave heading for the Jarrow to look for Commander Damrok::
<XO_Cmdr_Davis>	::begins knocking on the doors around their quarters, several times, in a loud and obnoxious manner::
<CSO_LtCmd_Senn>	:: Heading to the back, she opens the section left alone for science and pulls out the duffle bag there.::
<SO_Ens_Hawk>	::Enters the shuttle and calls out::  CSO:  Eris?
<CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld>	::Folds her legs slightly, tilting her head and resting it on her hand, watching the others near the Jarrow::
<CSO_LtCmd_Senn>	:: Looks up::  SO:  In the back...
<CSO_LtCmd_Senn>	:: carefully she shifts through the contents.::
<SO_Ens_Hawk>	::Nods to himself and heads back.::  CSO:  Whatcha doing?
<XO_Cmdr_Davis>	::doesn't hear any responses or see any other activity, so he makes his way towards the Jarrow as well to see where everyone is::
<CO_Capt_TShara>	::Heads into the cargo bay where the Jarrow is and notices most of the crew already there.  She looks for Damrok::
<CO_Capt_TShara>	::Notices Damrok and moves over to him::
<CSO_LtCmd_Senn>	SO:  Just checking on a few things.  I wish we had been told more about this mission.  We are going undercover in the dark.  :: Looks up annoyed::  Which is not what I consider very bright.  :: sighs as she sits back on her heels::  How much training did you have in undercover work?
<CTO_LtCmdr_Damrok>	::His eyes scan over Raeyld for a brief moment, but he doesn't nod;  turns to see Davis, and nods::
<XO_Cmdr_Davis>	::exchanges his customary nod with Damrok as he arrives, seeing everyone pretty gathered::
<CAG_FL_Williams>	::noting the apparent mass arrival of the crew, Williams emerges from where he'd been observing, and moves to join the group, almost casually::
<CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld>	::Mentally notes Damrok's note of her, and continues waiting for some sort of instructions or explanation::
<CO_Capt_TShara>	CTO: Commander, now that it looks like everyone is here.  I would like it if you could give us a summary of what we can expect.
<SO_Ens_Hawk>	CSO:  Ummmm...  I went to a couple of costume parties....  and there was that whole role-playing thing with Denise...  errr....  never mind that.  ::grins::
<OPS_Lt_Fong>	::continues to lean on the wall unmoving::
<CSO_LtCmd_Senn>	:: shakes her head with slight grin::  SO:  Yea... I can do without the imagery of the last thought.  :: looks serious::  I am concerned about that.  But then again... maybe that is part of the plan.  :: teasingly::  we can just play idiots.
<CO_Capt_TShara>	All:  Attention crew members.  We have arrived in the Cronium system and are proceeding for orbital insertion.
<CSO_LtCmd_Senn>	:: Looks toward the door::  SO:  You hear something?
<CO_Capt_TShara>	All: We have vague mission orders and only minor intelligence on what we face.
<SO_Ens_Hawk>	CSO:  Now we're working to my strengths!  ::grins, then turns serious::  I don't know what to tell you sis...  command has not seen fit to inform the peons of the mission.   ::Listens to the CO::  But we are apparently going to be inserted.  Ouch!
<CSO_LtCmd_Senn>	::Zips the back and puts it near where she plans to sit and then heads for the door.::
<CO_Capt_TShara>	All: This will be the last time the command staff will be openly communicating with you.
<CAG_FL_Williams>	::keeps his face carefully neutral, if a little on the irritable side, but inwardly... he offers a very, very faint smirk... of all places, indeed... Takit didn't think that through very well::
<SO_Ens_Hawk>	::mutters::  CSO:  The command staff has been openly communicating before this?  Damn, I missed it!
<CO_Capt_TShara>	All: Our mission orders are to beam down as normal colonists looking for spiritual enlightenment.  We are to are to investigate the threat of this colony.
<CSO_LtCmd_Senn>	:: As she stands on the steps looking at the group, she nods her head in agreement with Sky::
<XO_Cmdr_Davis>	::keeps his face carefully irritable, if a little on the neutral side...but then he wonders why he's focusing so much on his expression::
<CSO_LtCmd_Senn>	:: Looks at Sky with a bit of concern... she could not see him working toward enlightenment... at least not religious.::
<SO_Ens_Hawk>	::Joins Senn at the doorway to the shuttle, not wanting to miss any information put out.::
<CO_Capt_TShara>	All: You all should have your cover IDs by now and all Starfleet equipment that you may need should be stored aboard the Jarrow.  With the data Commander Damrok has given us it would be unwise to take any personal affects down to the surface during this beam out.  Since their scanners would be able to detect it.
<SO_Ens_Hawk>	::puzzled look::  CSO:  Threat of this colony?  What threat?  Why is it a threat?  Did I miss a staff meeting?
<CO_Capt_TShara>	All: Once you are down on the planet's surface I believe we will be indoctrinated and then folded in to the colony.  Our goal is to blend in, find answers and look for a way to get through their shielding so we can beam back.
<CTO_LtCmdr_Damrok>	::Waits patiently, his hands folded behind his back, listening and waiting in case there is an opportunity to add something::
<CO_Capt_TShara>	CTO: Commander Damrok if you could give us a short summary from the PADD retrieved.
<CO_Capt_TShara>	::Steps aside slightly and waits::
<CSO_LtCmd_Senn>	:: shrugs at Sky as she watches the CTO::
<OPS_Lt_Fong>	::maintains the same very neutrally relaxed expression he has had on his face for the past few hours::
<SO_Ens_Hawk>	::Gives the CSO a "this is why they made you a department head?" look, then continues to listen::
<CTO_LtCmdr_Damrok>	All:  We have limited information.  There is a religious sect that reportedly operates here which is willing to take slaves and brainwash them.  There is also the possibility that an armed opposition to the sect exists, and they may attempt to intervene on our behalf.
<CTO_LtCmdr_Damrok>	All:  Our most valuable mission objectives will be discovering as much information as possible about both groups, and about the ancient, native technology that appears to operate the planetary shielding and sensor-transporter jammers.
<SO_Ens_Hawk>	::nods::  CSO:  Okay, that qualifies as a threat
<CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld>	::Quietly waits to see how Damrok will handle the "demons" part::
<CSO_LtCmd_Senn>	:: Quietly::  SO:  That last bit is more along our skills.
<CAG_FL_Williams>	::raises an eyebrow, figuring this might not entirely and completely blow up in their faces... meaning, it most likely definitely will::
<SO_Ens_Hawk>	::grins::  CSO:  The part about figuring out the technology or the part about getting brainwashed?
<CSO_LtCmd_Senn>	SO:  I will leave you to the brainwashing if it is not too late for you... I get the technology.
<CTO_LtCmdr_Damrok>	All:  There are also vague references to a creature that may exist here termed a "night demon."  It is likely native fauna, but it could be dangerous.  If you come across word of this being, make a mental note.  Avoiding it, if it exists, could be critical to our survival.
<CTO_LtCmdr_Damrok>	CO:  I believe that covers the main points, Captain.
<SO_Ens_Hawk>	::Shoots the CSO a mock glare::
<XO_Cmdr_Davis>	::honestly wonders if Senn and Hawk are in love, or suffer from some sort of neurological disorder::
<CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld>	::"Likely native fauna."  Subtly handled::
<CSO_LtCmd_Senn>	:: Puts a hand to her brow... this gets better and better.::   SO:  At least we are being given permission to avoid it.
<SO_Ens_Hawk>	::rolls his eyes::  CSO:  True, but what are the odds we actually avoid something like that?
<CSO_LtCmd_Senn>	:: Her voice still at a level only he can hear standing near her... ::  SO:  What do you want to bet it is tied to the native technology?
<CO_Capt_TShara>	CTO: Thank you Commander.
<CO_Capt_TShara>	All: Our flight control officer and medical officer came up with a biogenetic communication device.  Each one is programmed to each of the crew’s genetic signatures and should pass through the transporter.
<CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld>	::Mentally notes: "Should."::
<CO_Capt_TShara>	All: These are to be warn on the forearm and used on in an extreme emergency.  Since the broadcast maybe picked up by the native sensor arrays.
<CO_Capt_TShara>	All: You all will be acting alone or in small groups at least for a while.
<CO_Capt_TShara>	All: I wish there was more to go on.  If you have any final questions please come talk to me before we depart.  I expect our beam down will be within the hour.
<CO_Capt_TShara>	All: Lieutenant Shae will pass out the communicators and Ensign V'et will explain the proper use.
<CO_Capt_TShara>	All: Good luck and dismissed.
<CAG_FL_Williams>	::does, however, take a few seconds to wonder if perhaps he should have made a few calls prior to their arrival... decides he'll just use what he's got available, and improvise the rest::
<CSO_LtCmd_Senn>	:: Finishes climbing down to the deck and heads for the captain.::
<CO_Capt_TShara>	::enters the Jarrow::
<XO_Cmdr_Davis>	::eyes a few of the others as they wander out and about::
<CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld>	::Remains in her perch, watching the other groups congregate or dissolve as needed::
<OPS_Lt_Fong>	::remains unmoving in the corner of the cargo bay, his eyes closed, his chin on his chest, his arms crossed on his stomach, and his feet propped in front of himself::
<CAG_FL_Williams>	::moves away from the group, figuring if they only have an hour, he may as well make use of it.. and, with a shrug, goes back to observing::
<SO_Ens_Hawk>	::plops himself into one of the seats in the Jarrow to wait and see what plays out::
<CSO_LtCmd_Senn>	:: Pauses the captain passes her by and heads back into the Jarrow.::
<CO_Capt_TShara>	Computer: Activate emergency crew hologram.  Access code T'Shara 414
<SMDrew>	ACTION:  Three holocrewmen appear on the Jarrow.
<CTO_LtCmdr_Damrok>	::Scans the group to see who would like least to be approached, and having settled on Fong or Williams, mentally tosses a coin, and approaches Williams::  CAG:  How are you today?
<CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld>	::Continues scanning the crowds below::
<Jarrow_HTO>  CO:  Captain please state the nature of the emergency.
<CSO_LtCmd_Senn>	:: Looks at the arrival of the holocrew::  CO:  How intently do you want us searching for the technology?
<CO_Capt_TShara>	CSO: Passively at first.  We will probably have to build up some trust.  If you can get into a position where whatever function within the colony places you.  You may have more access earlier on.
<CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld>	::Finally departs her perch and practically flies across the cargo bay, alighting upon a storage crate near Fong:: OPS: Mr. Fong....
<XO_Cmdr_Davis>	::wanders out back towards his quarters::
<OPS_Lt_Fong>	::without seeming to move at all:: Aloud: Yes?
<CSO_LtCmd_Senn>	CO:  What kind of timeframe are we looking at here?
<CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld>	::Succinctly, with emphasis on each word:: OPS:  Go. Sleep.
<CAG_FL_Williams>	::pauses midstride, and offers a shrug:: CTO: Considering the situation, it could always be far worse.
<Jarrow_HTO>: Connect the Jarrow's sensors into the Mara Nar's.  If the Mara Nar tries to leave orbit or the system you are to beam the Jarrow out under cloak and remain in orbit until contacted by Commander Davis, Commander Damrok or myself.
<OPS_Lt_Fong>	::connects the voice with a face in his mind:: CMO: Can't
<CO_Capt_TShara>	CSO: Best guess 2 to 4 weeks.
<CTO_LtCmdr_Damrok>	CAG:  Hm, agreed.  ::Stuffs his hands in his slacks pockets, looking unusually casual::  What is your cover name?
<Jarrow_HTO>  CO: Understood Captain.   ::Nods and takes a seat at tactical.::
<CSO_LtCmd_Senn>	CO: Will we all remain in the same village, or town or are we spread out?  :: looks slightly exasperated::  Do we have any knowledge of this technology other then it was here before the colonists?
<CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld>	::Remarkably both tender and unyielding:: OPS: Then I will drag you to your cot and drug you until you can.  You cannot participate in this mission in this shape.
<XO_Cmdr_Davis>	::enters his quarters again, heading towards his things and begins going through them to make sure he has everything::
<CO_Capt_TShara>	CSO: We believe everyone is held within a single religious encampment.  Those that have fled the encampment seem to be in a subterranean cavern along with the night demons.
<CAG_FL_Williams>	CTO: LeNar Rond. ::offers a slight shake of his head:: On a federation world, it might send up the occasional small warning. Out here? Just another traveler. ::decides not to mention those warnings would probably be flagged intelligence, and probably have the one doing the digging arrested... well, for now::
<CSO_LtCmd_Senn>	CO:  Perhaps a team should go visit the cavern?
<CO_Capt_TShara>	CSO: The only technology that we are aware of is a sophisticated transporter technology along with a shield and sensor system that exceeds Starfleet capabilities.
<OPS_Lt_Fong>	::opens one bloodshot eye and winces at the light in the cargo bay, he lifts his head slowly wishing the pounding would stop:: CMO: Can't.  Leaving too soon. No way out.
<CO_Capt_TShara>	CSO: Perhaps but since we know that there is a definite danger there it would be a secondary priority at this time.  That may change once we are on the surface
<CSO_LtCmd_Senn>	CO:  I think I would rather deal with that then a bunch of occultists.
<CTO_LtCmdr_Damrok>	::Nods::  CAG:  I feel somewhat conspicuous, but given the backwater nature of the colony, I'm hoping I won't stand out too badly.  ::Shakes his head::  Mine is Lamat Trebor, by the way.
<CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld>	OPS: You have no work to do once we arrive. You will sleep then.
<CO_Capt_TShara>	::grins slightly at Senn's comment::  CSO: Perhaps however some would have said the same thing about the Bajoran's when we first met.
<CO_Capt_TShara>	CSO: Of course we know better now....
<CAG_FL_Williams>	CTO: Somehow... ::he pauses, then, nods:: fitting.
<CSO_LtCmd_Senn>	CO:  My group will keep our attachment light then so we can go adventuring if need be.
<CSO_LtCmd_Senn>	:: Looks over at Sky to make sure he caught that.::
<CO_Capt_TShara>	CSO: You will have to make that decision possibly on your own.  But, do not take any unnecessary actions.
<SO_Ens_Hawk>	::Nods at the CSO's comments, but has the feeling there won't be a group::
<CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld>	::Keeps her eyes trained on Fong, awaiting his response::
<OPS_Lt_Fong>	::twitches his eyelid closed against the harsh light of the cargo bay:: CMO: Warp shut down was nearly an hour ago. Arrival imminent. Have to sell the story. Can't sleep alone in a strange place...and I can't with somebody else.
<CSO_LtCmd_Senn>	CO:  We will.  I have modified our equipment to look anything but federation.  Will that take that from us if we have it?
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