The Line in Space - Mission 5 - 11211.20

Summary:  After a non-eventful 4 ½ days at warp the USS Kladenets arrives just outside of the Bia System. The Duranium rich system is lifeless due to the massive asteroid fields throughout the entire system.

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EO Ens Mariner says:
::In engineering scrolling through data as they come out of warp.:: Self: these engines can't take much more of this. Seriously they can't.
OPS LtJG Kendal says:
::On the bridge near the rear of the room, standing at the environmental station, a communication's ear bud in.::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::In the cargo bay looking over a probe.::
Tola Tan says:
::Playing with the replicator in his quarters.::  Computer: Ungarian spiced tea.
Computer says:
Tola Tan: Unable to comply.  Please make another selection.
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
::At the tactical console, carefully watching for any sign of warp trails or other signs of recent traffic::
CAG FltLt Hawk says:
::At the helm, configuring the Nav computer to track the multitude of asteroids ahead::
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Approaches Tola Tan's quarters with her bag slung over her shoulder. She presses the chime on Tola Tan's door::
Tola Tan says:
::Looks at the replicator then is startled by the chime.::  Outloud:  Come in?
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Sits in the command chair on the bridge, looking over some reports::
TO LtJG Kytides says:
::Stands at an auxiliary console in the back, looking over the scans::
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::As the doors slide open, she step inside Tola Tan's quarters, with a smile::
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
Tola Tan: Safe passage, Tola Tan.
EO Ens Mariner says:
::Glances up:: *Bridge*: Engineering to the bridge. We gonna be at impulse for awhile? I'd like to take the warp core offline for about 45 minutes for a quick maintenance check.
Tola Tan says:
::Turns to great Doctor Raeyld.::  CMO: Pleasant Passage Doctor Raeyld of Starfleet.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
*EO*: Belay that until we've entered the system Mr. Mariner.
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
::Performs a long-range sensor sweep, tracking the course of the known vessels that were relayed from the sensor array::
EO Ens Mariner says:
::Shakes his head.:: *Bridge*: Acknowledged, captain. ETA?
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
Tola Tan: Captain T'Shara has requested your presence on the bridge. We are entering a new system, and she would appreciate any information you might be able to share to help ensure our time here is safe.
OPS LtJG Kendal says:
::Checks the status of things on the console in front of him then looks around the bridge for a moment muttering under his breath about something or other.::
TO LtJG Kytides says:
::Blinks in sudden surprise, looking toward the front of the bridge::  CTO:  Sir, picking up large facilities in the fifth asteroid belt.
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
TO:  Large facilities?  ::Focuses his sensor display in that area::  Have you identified their nature?
Tola Tan says:
::Nods.::  CMO: Of course Doctor Raeyld.  I would be happy to assist if I can.
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Nods:: Tola Tan: Thank you. Right this way.  ::Leads them out the door and down the corridor, toward the nearest turbolift:: Tola Tan: I meant to ask...is there anyone you'd like us to contact on Eigreg first?
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Programmed, she closes and seals the small access way.::
TO LtJG Kytides says:
CTO:  Not yet, Sir.  ::Attempts to identify if they're for mining, first::
CNS LtJG Foster says:
::Enters cargobay 1 and heads over to Senn working on the probe.::
Tola Tan says:
::Looks a bit sad at the comment.::  CMO: No Doctor.  It is better if I talk to them in person.
CNS LtJG Foster says:
CSO:  How’s it coming?
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
::Watches as Kladanets' sensors rake the asteroid belt...not really any need for subtlety, at this juncture, particularly if they are mining stations -- though if they are, he's like to know to whom they belong::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Turns as she feels a familiar presence.::  CNS:  Still working on changing your career?  Let me see... flight... engineering... ::Turns back to the probe.::
CNS LtJG Foster says:
::Smiles at Senn's comment.::  CSO:  Just trying to make myself indispensable.  That way they keep me around.
TO LtJG Kytides says:
CTO:  Definitely mining, Sir.  Unmanned, four on different asteroids.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Taps a command.::  CNS:  It is programmed, just need it to finish its diagnostics cycle.
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
TO: Understood.  See if you can make matches with any known technology in order to identify the owners of the facilities.
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Nods, not pushing the issue, as she guides them into the turbolift:: Tola Tan: If I understand the results from our scans properly, I think we're rather close. Hopefully we'll be able to formally meet your people soon.  Turbolift: Bridge.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
CNS:  Speaking of indispensable, you have been volunteered for story hour tonight.
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
::Swivels around in his chair to face bridge center::  CO:  Captain, we've discovered some unmanned mining facilities inside the asteroid belt.
CAG FltLt Hawk says:
CO:  Captain, ready to enter the system on your order.
Tola Tan says:
::Nods.::  CMO:  That will be wonderful news.  I am looking to get back home.  No matter what the outcome may be.
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
::Swings his chair back around to begin subspace field stress scans, looking for cloaked ships within the system::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CTO: Is there any defenses or communications signals Mr. Damrok.
TO LtJG Kytides says:
CTO:  Aye, Sir.  ::Scans further, attempting to figure out the owners while making note of further information::  They seem to be getting ten tons an hour.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CAG: Take us in 1/2 impulse.  Take us into the outer asteroid belt to our designated coordinates.  Mind the asteroids if you please Mr. Hawk.  ::A slight smile on her face::
CNS LtJG Foster says:
::Moves over to a nearby console and brings up the probe data, making sure the uplink is working as it finishes it diagnostics.::  CSO:  I think I can handle storytime.
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
CO:  I've not yet detected any defenses.  The mining platforms themselves are automated.  I would assume that any defensive platforms are automated, as well, but we should be prepared for the possibility of patrol ships in the area.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CTO: Bring us to yellow alert and raise the shields.  Bring forward deflector to full.
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
CO:  Continuing to search for subspace communications traffic or relays.  ::Taps at his console intermittently, processing scan results as they come in::
CAG FltLt Hawk says:
CO: Roger that, Captain...  open space, good....  big space rock, bad
EO Ens Mariner says:
::Shakes his head.:: self: these engines blow up because someone doesn't let me do maintenance... never mind. :Turns around:: All: Standby the maintenance, the bridge is being... difficult about letting us actually do our jobs. We'll wait for us to contact us.
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
CO:  Aye, signaling yellow alert.  ::Taps the button to activate a higher state of shipboard readiness, and raises the shields to full strength::
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Nods, as the lift slows to a stop and the doors begin to slide open:: Tola Tan: We're entering the Bia system.  ::Pulls a PADD from her pocket, bringing up the map of the area, specifically the systems proximity to Eigrieg, and hands it to Tola Tan::
CAG FltLt Hawk says:
::Plots a course to the designated coordinates, weaving around the plotted paths of the asteroids::  CO:  Entering Bia system, 1/2 impulse.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
CNS: Thanks.   I have an unexpected meeting at that time.. it fit everyone schedule the best.. :: Watching the screen as all lights come on as green.::   I have always wondered why green is supposed to mean go?  ::Looks curiously at Theron::
OPS LtJG Kendal says:
::Checks local space for comm traffic and begins to verify that power is flowing as normal when a ship is in yellow status::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CAG: Acknowledged.
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
CO:  Captain, I can confirm that we've detected no defenses, active scanning, or communications nearby the mining stations.  However, I've still not verified the owners.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
*CO*:  The probe is ready to deploy.
CNS LtJG Foster says:
CSO:  I don't mind, always like entertaining Gladwyn.  ::Glances up at the green lights.::  One of lives great mysteries I guess.
CAG FltLt Hawk says:
CO:  Captain, assuming we don't bump into anything, ETA to designated coordinates is 8 minutes.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CTO: Noted Commander.  Hopefully we will figure that out before they introduce themselves.

ACTION:  The Kladenets enters the Bia System and begins to evade asteroids.  The nimble defiant swings in and out between the large rocks.  Occasional pings of smaller rocks hitting the shields can be heard throughout the ship.

TO LtJG Kytides says:
::Taps the fingers of one hand against his leg for a moment, annoyed::  CTO:  It's low tech, Sir, but I can't identify the owners either.
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Guides Tola Tan out onto the bridge and near the Captain, but without intruding on the Captain's command space, given they've apparently recently gone into yellow alert::
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
::Confirms increased deflector strength::
EO Ens Mariner says:
::Hits his comm:: *Bridge*: I see we've entered the system, can I get this maintenance underway? I'm assuming you'd rather not blow up? ::Chuckles::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
*CSO*: Understood.  We should be at the coordinates for deployment in 8 minutes.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CAG: Understood Mr. Hawk
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
TO:  It's possible they belong to our new friends, the Eigreg, or another one of the races Tola Tan has referenced.  ::Smiles as he looks up to see Raeyld enter with Tola Tan in tow::
Tola Tan says:
::Enters the bridge and stays close to Doctor Raeyld.  He marvels at the bridge and the crew serving within it.::  CMO: Amazing...  ::In a slight whisper.::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Looks up to Raeyld and their guest and nods in acknowledgment::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
*EO*: You can start working on diagnostics on the warp drive.  But, we'll need impulse engines and maneuvering thrusters.
EO Ens Mariner says:
*Bridge*: Hey, those you can have all day long and can put them on platters and serve them to the senior officer's for a mid-morning snack.  But your warp engines, I really don't wanna see these diagnostics.  You'll have the results in 45 minutes, unless we find something major. engineering, out.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
CNS:  Would you like the honor of deployment?
TO LtJG Kytides says:
::Nods at Damrok's words, then looks up for a moment as Raeyld and Tola Tan enter, but quickly goes back to watching over the scans::

ACTION:  The Kladenets rolls over the top of one of the asteroids as it impact with another large rock.  In fine fighter flare the defiant leaves a trail of dust particles streaming behind it.

CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Nods slowly as, for a brief moment, she basks in the wonder of someone else's first experience with such a bridge:: Tola Tan: You all right?
Tola Tan says:
::Nods.:: CMO: Speechless Doctor.
EO Ens Mariner says:
::Begins the diagnostics::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Turns her attention to Raeyld and Tola Tan::  CMO: Doctor Raeyld thank you for escorting our guest.
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
::Doesn't like the notion that the warp engines will be down for a prolonged period of time, but supposes the maintenance must be done, as hard as they've been pushing them::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Leans back against the console.::
CNS LtJG Foster says:
CSO:  Sure, we'll add transporter chief to my list,  ::Grins as he moves over to the transporter controls and locks onto the probe and awaits the final word to transport.::
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
::Continues scanning for further facilities or heretofore unseen manmade objects within the asteroid field::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CAG: ETA to our coordinates?
Tola Tan says:
::Looks out from behind Doctor Raeyld.::
CAG FltLt Hawk says:
::Shifts to all stop::  CO:  Right now, Captain.  We are holding station at the designated coordinates.
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
CO: Of course, Captain.    ::Remains beside Tola Tan::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CAG: Thank you Mr. Hawk keep us in this position.
CAG FltLt Hawk says:
CO:  Aye, Captain.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Taps her commbadge::  *CSO/CNS/OPS*:  We are at the coordinates you may begin transport of probe 2
EO Ens Mariner says:
::Scrolls the diagnostics:: *Bridge*: How long until you need this warp drive?
CO Capt T’Shara says:
Tola Tan: I hope your accommodations are satisfactory.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
*EO*: I can give you an hour Ensign.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Crosses her arms to quietly watch him.::
Tola Tan says:
CO: They are exceptional Captain of Starfleet.  I wish to thank you and your crew for the help.
CNS LtJG Foster says:
*CO*:  Transporting now.  ::Taps the controls on his console and initiates transport to the select coordinates.::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Untucks a hand to motion him to continue as she smiled::  CNS:  And the rabbit is out of the hat.
CNS LtJG Foster says:
::Glances over at Senn.::  CSO:  The rabbit?
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CTO: Commander Damrok, bring up scans in a forward magnified view on one of the stations.  Let's give Mr. Tola Tan to see if he can identify them for us.

ACTION: Probe 2 materializes outside the Kladenets and signals it’s ready for deployment.

CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
CO:  Visual on screen, Captain.  ::Taps the button to enlarge to a reasonable size and display one of the mining stations on the viewer::

ACTION:  The large asteroid appears on the screen, however there is nothing on it.

CO Capt T’Shara says:
Tola Tan: It is our pleasure.  I was wondering if you could tell us more about this system and perhaps see if you can identify this or tell us more about it.  ::Stands and walks closer to the view screen::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
CNS:  Yes.  It is a furry little thing from your planet that often has long ears and a puffy tail.  I saw a magic act once... sort of snuck out of the dorm.  It was... interesting.  And he pulled a rabbit out of a hat and put it back.
CNS LtJG Foster says:
*CO*:  Transport is complete and probe is ready for deployment.
Tola Tan says:
::Moves slowly across the bridge closer to the viewscreen.::
CAG FltLt Hawk says:
::Turns around to glance at the CTO for a moment.  Damrok?  Sense of humor?::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Turns back toward Damrok after looking at the viewer::  CTO: Mr. Damrok I thought you said there was a mining station on this asteroid.
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Holds her place for now, having essentially delivered Tola Tan to the Captain as requested, but remaining near at hand should Tola Tan need her for anything::
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
::Looks back to his station, then looks to Tola Tan a moment, curious::  CO:  The sensors show that there is, Captain.  ::Overlays the sensor readings on the viewscreen::
Tola Tan says:
::Looks at the picture not really seeing anything but a large rock.::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
*CNS*: Acknowledged Counselor.
CNS LtJG Foster says:
::Smirks.::  CSO:  I know what a rabbit is, they are quite tasty.  Never really watched magic shows thought myself.
EO Ens Mariner says:
::Reads the diagnostic screens:: self: this truly blows. All: complete diagnostics. On the double.
Tola Tan says:
::Turns from the viewscreen.::  Outloud:  I see nothing out of the ordinary.
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
::Turns his chair to face Tola Tan::  Tola Tan:  Tola Tan, is it possible that this is an example of the sensor confusion technology you demonstrated?
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Looks at him oddly::  CNS:  You eat them?  But... there so... cute.  And no, I did not say that word and will deny it.

ACTION: Sensor data appears on the asteroid, but it still doesn't show a physical mining facility.

CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Looks to Tola Tan and then to Damrok::
TO LtJG Kytides says:
::Blinks, looking up from his scans for a moment to the screen, but turns back toward his console quickly to make up for Damrok not watching active scans::
Tola Tan says:
CTO: Vroa trickery?  ::Nods.::  It can be used in such a way.

ACTION: The Probe still continues to wait for full deployment commands...

CO Capt T’Shara says:
Tola Tan: Why hide a mining facility?
CNS LtJG Foster says:
::Grins at her.::  CSO:  I really should keep a recorder on me to prove you say these things.  And yes I eat them, telling you they are quite good.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Turns with a slight shudder and activates the probe for deployment, pulling the data up on the screen at the same time.::
Tola Tan says:
CO: If it is part of a normal trade or required material it is best to hide it from the Vroa.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Nods::  Tola Tan: Understood.  So are the mining facilities something of your people?
CNS LtJG Foster says:
CSO:  I take it I shouldn't ever make it for you?  ::Moves to another console and watches as the probe is deployed, monitoring the data connections.::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
CNS:  I have no desire to add rabbit to my dietary list.  And I would advise you not to mention that to Gladwyn.  I am afraid that will have to remain a ummm... special away from us dinner.
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
::Begins a visual scan of the area, attempting to ascertain whether there are any actual mining facilities in the area::

ACTION:  Probe 2 begins to expand its solar collectors and communications arrays.

EO Ens Mariner says:
::Heads to the replicator.:: Computer:  Tea. hot, two sugars. two milks.
Tola Tan says:
CO: What system are we in?  The Eigreg do mine off world but I don't know exactly where we are.
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
CO:  May I show him the navigational charts, Captain?
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
CNS:  Everything looks good...
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CTO: Yes, bring up the star chart of the area.
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
CO:  Aye, Captain.  ::Displays the sector block view on the main viewscreen::

ACTION: Probe 2 begins communicating with Deep Space 3.

CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Turns her attention back to the main viewscreen::
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
TO:  Mister Kytides, continue making a visual sweep of the area for any sign of the mining facilities.
CNS LtJG Foster says:
CSO:  Communications are up with Deep Space 3 as well.
DS3 OPS says:
COMM: USS Kladenets:  We are receiving initial startup codes from Probe 2.  Activating Probe 2 for sensor diagnostics.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
CNS:  It is always nice when things go as they should.
TO LtJG Kytides says:
CTO: Aye, Sir.  ::Switches over to a visual of the asteroid field, lowering his head slightly and carefully staring at the screen, trying to pick out a flash of anything not asteroid::
CNS LtJG Foster says:
CSO:  It is nice, and so often not the norm it seems.
Tola Tan says:
::Turns and reviews the chart.::  All:  Ah.  Yes this is a upeoples mining system.  We call it the Qaata Lury System.  It is in operations now for many years.
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
::Types in the given notation in the star charts, for future reference::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Glances back at Damrok and Raeyld and then back to Tola Tan::
Tola Tan says:
All: As long as there is something in this system you will not see anyone near here.  Upeoples would not risk meeting a stranger.
Tola Tan says:
::Turns to Damrok.::  CTO:  Scan along the 4th asteroid field at 9 degrees below center.  About 35000kms.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
CNS:  Shhh...   it is still calibrating.
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
Tola Tan:  Fourth asteroid field...nine degrees below center, thirty-five thousand kilometers.  ::Brings the visual up on screen::

ACTION: A large building built into the side of a planetoid appears on the main viewscreen.

Tola Tan says:
::Looks at the screen again.::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Raises an eyebrow at the large building now showing on the screen::  Tola Tan: What is this structure we are looking at?
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
CNS:  hmm... I did not unusually program it... not sure why it is taking so long.  I think you jinxed it.
Tola Tan says:
All:  Yes this is a upeoples facility.  Dall 2 if I remember.  Part of the Dallinites.
CNS LtJG Foster says:
::Smiles at Senn.:: CSO:  Must have I guess.  Suppose that means I should keep my day job.

ACTION: Probe 2 begins to send initial data...

CSO Cmdr Senn says:
CNS:  It means you get to cook dinner tonight... ahh... incoming data.
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
Tola Tan:  Do you know whether the Dallinites will object to the placement of a sensor facility in this area intended to detect the Vroa?
CNS LtJG Foster says:
CSO:  I suppose I can do that.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Glances at him::  CNS:  And no bunny.
CSO Cmd Senn says:
*CO*:  Captain, the probe is online.  Reading an additional new 15 systems among other telemetry.
CNS LtJG Foster says:
CSO:  Alright alright, no bunny.
Tola Tan says:
::Laughs.::  CTO: They will never know it’s here.  The material they are mining will be picked up by a...  ::Pauses.::  Remote ship.  There will be no crew on board and no sensor equipment.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
*CSO*: Understood Commander.  Good work
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
::Smiles, pleased to have a good-natured individual aboard who can show them the ropes in the area::  Tola Tan:  Very good.  Thank you.  ::Swivels back to his console and begins incorporating the new data into the star charts::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Chuckles as she turns away::  CNS:  All my assignments should be so :: pauses::  I am going to leave the jinxing to you.  Next on our duty roster?

ACTION:  Beta shift bridge crew begin to show up.

CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Smiles quietly as she observes the bridge crew from her place near the back::
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
::Waves Kytides over as he looks at the chronometer and stands::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CAG: Mr. Hawk plot us a course to our next set of coordinates.  Warp 6.  Let me know when we are ready to go.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CTO: Do you see any value with staying here any longer to investigate or can we move on?
TO LtJG Kytides says:
::Looks up at the motion, turning away from the console and moving over to Damrok's tactical station::
CAG FltLt Hawk says:
CO:  Course has been laid in for some time now...  recommend impulse until we clear the asteroid belt
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CAG: Acknowledged Mr. Hawk
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
CO:  Likely minimal value in remaining, Captain.  ::Approaches her::  I don't think investigating the stations will reveal anything of value.
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
CO:  With the sensor station in place, I doubt there is much we will see that it will not.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CAG: Engage full impulse until the system is clear and then warp 6.
CAG FltLt Hawk says:
::Punches the go button::  CO:  On our way, Captain!
CNS LtJG Foster says:
CSO:  Think we're done for now as we wait for the data, guess I should figure out something for dinner.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CTO: Aye, Mr. Damrok

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