In the Town Where I was Born - Mission 2 - 11306.04

Summary:  Repairs were completed in record time and after a week at Ferenginar the Claymore departed heading closer to Sector 097.  The Albidar System located just outside the southern border of Sector 097 was the home world of a unique Species known as the Albidians.  The Claymore's mission is to check in on the Albidians and take a much needed shore leave for the next three weeks.

************************* Resume Mission **************************

ACTION: The Claymore drops from warp just inside the Albidar System.

CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
::At primary tactical, looking across the bridge to the helm as the sensors indicate they've dropped from warp::
CNS LtJG Foster says:
::In the lounge finishing up his lunch.::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::In the lab with her people, going over some of the changes that were made.  The loss of their three left an obvious hole, but they all knew, life went on.  She briefly wondered when she would get new officers.::

ACTION:  The Main Viewscreen flickers briefly then a huge eye appears.

CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::In her office, reviewing a few final PADDs, making sure everything is in order, and all shifts are covered, at least minimally, for the duration of shoreleave::
CAG FltLt Hawk says:
::Exits the TL onto the bridge, having just come up from the flight deck.  Moves over to his station::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::As she feels the ship drop from warp, she has the meeting wrap up.::

ACTION:  The eye looks around as if looking into the bridge.

TO LtJG Kytides says:
::Stands at secondary tactical, feeling odd watching the sensors, considering their mission is delivering chocolate::
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
::Looks up, observing the viewscreen, and raises an eyebrow...is it Q again?::
CAG FltLt Hawk says:
::Mutters::  I spy with my little eye....
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Notices the Counselor in the lounge and walks over::  CNS: Counselor...

ACTION:  The Claymore stops instantly and is picked up by a large hand.  The eye still peeping in through the main viewscreen.

CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::With a nod to her people, she watches a moment as they leave for their various duties, or in some cases, off duty time.::
CNS LtJG Foster says:
::Hears the captain and looks up swallowing the last of his meal.::  CO:  Hello captain.

CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::As the room clears, she takes the group of padds to her office, tosses them on her desk for later, and then heads out for the bridge.:
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Feels the ship stop, she figures this means that have arrived at their destination.::
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Opens a drawer, packs away all but one of the PADDs, then slips the last in her pocket, closes the drawer, and stands to her feet::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CNS: Sorry I didn't mean to startle you Counselor.
TO LtJG Kytides says:
::Glances up, noticing the sudden look Damrok's giving something, and immediately blanches, looking back down to his console, resuming his new strategy of ignoring Q directly::
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
::Looks at the sensors a moment, then gives up, locking his console for the moment and looking forward, contemplating whether he just wants to leave the bridge for a coffee or a jog or something::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Ordering the lift to the bridge, she did a mental count... seemed they were a bit early.::
CNS LtJG Foster says:
::Smiles.:: CO:  Its ok captain just lost in my notes.  ::Indicates the padd sitting on his table.::
Q says:
Outloud: I hope you’re all ready for this.  I've been waiting such a long time to see how this plays out.  ::The Bellowing voice echoes through all decks on the Claymore.::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Stepping off the lift she pauses.::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Bowing her head for a moment she sighs before going over to her station.  Some battles one could never quite win.  As she sits down, she logs on to her station::
CNS LtJG Foster says:
::Looks around as he hears a voice echo around the lounge.::
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::As she strides out of sickbay, tossing a confident wave to Jennings as she goes, she pauses midstep as she hears the voice over the speakers. Sighs:: Q...
CNS LtJG Foster says:
::Glances back at the captain.::  CO:  Q?
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Nods::  CNS: I know how that is I too.....  ::Pauses at the echoing voice suddenly filling the air::  Perhaps.
Q says:
Outloud:  I suggest you fiddle with all your cute toys you have aboard or whatever you Starfleet types do.  ::Places the ship back in its normal flight path then gives it a push back to full impulse.::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CNS: I think we had better get to the bridge.
CNS LtJG Foster says:
::Nods::  CO:  Sounds good.  ::Gathers up his plate and takes it to the replicator for recycling then grabs his padd.::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Looks to Commander Damrok for orders.::

ACTION:  The Claymore returns to its previous flight path into the system at full impulse.

ACTION:  The giant eye blinks once then disappears from the main viewscreen.

CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Heads for the exit, waits for the Counselor::
TO LtJG Kytides says:
::Blinks at the fact that Q stopped them just to send them off again, before giving his head a small shake::
CNS LtJG Foster says:
::Follows the captain out of the lounge toward the bridge.::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
CTO:  Commander?
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::As the captain arrives she nods a greeting::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Enters the bridge, nods to Senn and heads for Damrok::  CTO: Report Mr. Damrok.
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Makes her way to the nearest turbolift:: TL: Bridge.
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
::Unlocks his console and looks to T'Shara, somewhere between annoyed and exasperated::  CO:  Q, Sir.  ::Raises a breath for an addendum, but just stops there::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Listening, she turns around to scan the area.::
Q says:
ACTION:  The Bridge lights go dark.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Nods::  CTO: We heard.  ::Looks around::  Now, what?
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Sighs and bows her head again.::  Lovely....

ACTION:  A bright flash throughout the bridge as Q appears near the main viewscreen.

CNS LtJG Foster says:
::Steps out onto the bridge making his way down to his chair but stops as the lights go out on the bridge.::  Self:  Didn't we just fix the ship.
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
CO:  He seems to think our chocolate delivery is more than a mere chocolate delivery, Sir.  I don't know whether he's simply toying with us or --  ::Looks to the viewscreen, then back::  -- perhaps you might ask him, Sir.
Q says:
::Snaps his fingers and the lights return to normal.::  Outloud:  Ta Da!  Good to see you all made it safely,
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Quickly turns her attention drawn to the bright flash::
TO LtJG Kytides says:
::Winces, having hoped Q would leave them alone for a bit longer than that, but continues watching over his console::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
Q: What exactly it this about?  One of your many games?
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Turns around and starts to pass information onto the captain only to pause and wait.::
CNS LtJG Foster says:
::Turns as Q appears and watches him, wondering what will happen next.  He'd never dealt with a Q before.::
Q says:
CO: Games Captain?  I'm not here for games.  I'm here for this wondrous moment of time and space.  I wish to observe and see how well the Mighty crew of the Claymore goes about its daily life.  ::Smiles and bows to the bridge crew.::
CAG FltLt Hawk says:
::Stares at Q with an incredulous look...  uh huh::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Lifts a brow at Q::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
Q: Why now Q and why us?  ::Walks down toward the center of the bridge more::
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Steps out of the turbolift, gingerly, her eyes on Q, as she just barely sidesteps along the back of the bridge, enough to let the turbolift doors close behind her::
Q says:
::Walks over and takes the XOs seat next to the Captain’s chair.::  CO: Oh Captain T'Shara I've seen things all over this universe and I have never treated myself to a shore leave.  So...  Here I am.   Let’s shore leave.  ::Again smiles and pats the Captain's seat.::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Considers... shore leave with Q?::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Raises an eyebrow::  Q: Shore leave...  ::Glances over her shoulder at Damrok and then back to Q::  Fine but stay out of the way and no interfering.
Q says:
CO: Me?  Interfere?  No Captain I'm on shore leave!  ::Snaps his fingers.::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Seeing as Q was not leaving anytime soon... ::  CO:  Captain, I am picking up slightly abnormal gamma ray emissions along with active x-ray emissions within the system.
CAG FltLt Hawk says:
::Sidles over to stand next to the CSO.  Whispers::  CSO:  See, sis??  And you said going on shore leave with me was a pain.

ACTION:  The bridge floor is covered with white sand and tropical trees reach up to the ceiling.   The bridge crew has light weigh shorts, shirts and sunglasses.

CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Logically speaking she knew she was going to regret this.  She turned her attention from Q and looked to Senn::  CSO: Can you pinpoint where the source?
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Looks around with a slight sight.... At least it's shorts and a shirt this time.  Quietly, she tips the sunglasses upon onto the crown of her head::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Her attention quickly drawn to the crew’s new attire and the bridge floor.  She takes the sunglasses off::  Outloud: Q
TO LtJG Kytides says:
::Deflates slightly but continues ignoring Q's direct actions and paying attention to his station, despite the sand under his feet and change in uniform, only acknowledging the change by pulling the sunglasses down to the edge of his nose to see past them::
CAG FltLt Hawk says:
::Looks down in surprise, then around the bridge.  USS Risa...  awesome!::
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
::Rubs the indentation on his forehead again::  Self:  Shorts.  ::Takes off his sunglasses and works his console to access the tactical sensors, looking for any sign of...well, whatever::
CNS LtJG Foster says:
::Glances around the bridge as everyone’s outfits changed.  Well it looked like a start of a party at least.::

ACTION:  From the turbo lift comes several men pushing a rather large rolling bar.  They push the bar onto the bridge, then pause as the Captain yells out.

CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Looks at her brother annoyed and starts to respond before the captain stopped her.::  CO:  That is part of the problem.  There does not seem to be a single source.  It is coming from every part of the system.  Nothing to be dangerous, for the most part, but it should not be here.

CO Capt T’Shara says:
::T’Shara looks at the men near the turbolift and she makes a motion for them to leave::
Q says:
CO:  Fine.  ::Snaps his fingers.::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Pushes the sunglasses up and whispers to her brother::  CAG:  I never said you were a pain on shore leave... you just needed someone else along... female... nice... that sort of thing.

ACTION:  The bridge returns to normal as do the uniforms on all bridge crew.

CAG FltLt Hawk says:
::Shoots the CSO a disgusted look.::  CSO:  Nice?  Yuck!  ::Winks::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CSO: Keep working on it and keep me informed.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Nods::  CO:  Aye, captain.  ::Turns back around::
CAG FltLt Hawk says:
::Moves back to his station::
Q says:
::Slumps in his seat a bit.::
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Blinks, as she feels her comfortable uniform "reappear"::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Under her breath she adds::  CAG:  Sweet... kind... wraps you around her little finger... Hmmm... now that would be interesting...
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Steps forward, very cautiously approaching the Captain and Q at the center of the command area:: CO: Captain...is there any way I could be of assistance?
FCO says:
CO:  Captain we are nearing the 3rd planet.  There is an automated docking area in orbit.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Taps a few buttons to begin narrowing the field, starting with higher concentrations.::
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
CO:  Sir...I'm reading thirty-five vessels docked at the facility.  They are all unmanned, as is the facility.  The facility itself is indeed automated.  ::Allows a small nod to the helmsman::
CNS LtJG Foster says:
::Moves down to his chair and takes a seat, keeping an eye on Q.::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Looks down at Q in the XO seat, before she can take her seat she hears Raeyld and turns.::  CMO: Aye, Doctor would you mind showing the Q to the lounge.
Automated Docking Facility says:
COM: USS Claymore:  Welcome to Albidar.   Your docking code is Alpha 24 29 1143.  Docking bay 51.  If there is anything else please contact automated information systems.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Frowns as the readings are evenly distributed.::  CO:  I am going to add more odd to this problem.  The emissions are evenly distributed.
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Draws a deep breath, then turns to Q with an amazingly easy smile:: Q: If you'd like to join me...
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Nods slightly to the FCO:: FCO: Set in coordinates to dock in docking bay 51 using those coordinates.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
CO:  Side note... the current Albidian population reads just over fifteen million and there is about another million of mixed federation races.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CTO: Acknowledged Commander.
Q says:
::Folds his arms.::  CO:  I am not going to leave the bridge unless you give me your word as a Captain and a Vulcan that you will contact me if anything unusual happens.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Raises an eyebrow::  CSO: Odd if it were a star going nova it would be centralized not wide spread.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
CO:  Correct...  The only way I can think it would be so uniformly mixed, is if there was a... outside source from a distance so that when it arrived, it was... mixed.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
Q: I will make sure Commander Raeyld is informed.  ::Gives Raeyld a look::
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Takes a breath and nods:: Q: Shall we then?
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CSO: Did anything show up on long range sensors on our way in.  Can you look on our records to see if it is indeed an outside source.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
CO:  Nothing was reported.  But I will go back through records to look.
Q says:
::Stands.::  CO: Very good Captain.  CMO:  Commander Raeyld I believe.  I do like to keep track of those on this ship.  ::Snaps his fingers.::

ACTION:  Both Raeyld and Q flash off the bridge and arrive in the Lounge.

CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Winces slightly as she sees Q go for the gesture, then looks around as she appears in the lounge::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
CNS:  Counselor, if you are not busy, an extra pair of eyes would be valuable.  ::Looks at Sky to see if he is up to lending a hand.::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CSO: Thank you Commander.  ::Finally takes her seat near the Counselor at the command area::
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Quietly:: Q: Efficient.   ::Taps her commbadge:: *CO*: Raeyld to T'Shara. Just reporting that we are indeed in the lounge.
CNS LtJG Foster says:
CSO:  Of course.  ::Stands and moves up to the science station.::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Taps her commbadge::  *CMO*: Very good Doctor and good luck.  T'Shara out.
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Gestures to a table near the window, then to the bar:: Q: Have a preference to seats?
Q says:
::Shrugs.::  CMO:  It’s better than waiting on your..  ::Think of the words.::  Turbo lifts.  They seem to take forever to get anyplace.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Motions to the station near by::  CNS: I am going to send you the files for the first few days of the trip.
CAG FltLt Hawk says:
::Nods and moves over to the science station::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
CAG:  I am going to give you the next three days and I will take the last three days.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CTO: Can we contact the planet. See if we can get any response out of them other than the automated response that is.
CAG FltLt Hawk says:
CSO: Got it...  and we're looking for...?
CNS LtJG Foster says:
::Nods as the information comes up.::  CSO: What are we looking for?
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
Q: I agree.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
CAG/CNS:  A source that is emitting x-rays and gamma rays outside of this system.
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
CO:  Understood.  ::Opens hailing frequencies to the planet::
Q says:
CMO:  So what are we to do here?  ::Runs his hand along the bar.::   Your Captain didn't want me on the bridge so she pawned my off on you.
CAG FltLt Hawk says:
::Nods::  CSO:  Okay.  ::Glances over with a slight grin::  This is very close to tricking me back into doing science again.  Watch yourself.
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Smiles:: Q: Well, we're a little less likely to be disruptive to ship's operations here. But if any place on this ship can be considered "shoreleave"-ish, I'd say the lounge and the holodeck fit. This is mostly a place for the crew to unwind and relax. Have a drink or something to eat.  ::Motions to the barkeep for his attention:: Would you like anything?
CNS LtJG Foster says:
CAG:  She's really good at getting people to do their old job.  ::Smiles at Eris, before turning back to the console going over the data.::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
CAG:  Hmmm... what an interesting idea... but ye would be unhappy.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
:: eyes Theron::  CNS:  If the shoe fits...
CAG FltLt Hawk says:
::Snorts::  CNS:  More like getting people to do HER job.  ::winks at Theron::
Albidar Information Center says:
COM: USS Claymore: You have reached the Albidar automated information system.  For docking information please say docking.   For Reservation status please say Reservation.  For weather information please say Weather.  To speak with a live Operator say Operator.
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
::Purses his lips::  COM: AIC:  ...Operator?
Q says:
CMO:  I don't eat.  It’s a gross habit.
CNS LtJG Foster says:
::Grins.:: CAG:  That too.
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
Q: Drink?
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
CAG:  I cannot help it if you have nothing to do... ::Doing a double scan with the computer and her own eyes as she talks, looking for an anomaly.::
Albidar Information Center says:
COM: USS Claymore: You have chosen Operator.  Please hold until an Operator is notified.   Current wait time is 18 hours.
TO LtJG Kytides says:
::Looks up and blinks at that, before going back to watching sensors::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::As she hears the wait time she looks at Damrok and Kytides::  CTO: So basically there is no operator.
CNS LtJG Foster says:
CSO:  Not finding anything odd in the sensor data.
CAG FltLt Hawk says:
::Takes a last look at his data::  CSO:  Eris, unless I missed something, there's nothing in the data you gave me that would be considered unusual.

Q says:
CMO:  No Commander Qs do not need to eat and drink in the primitive sense.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
CAG/CNS:  Hmmm... I am not either.  It seems to be inside the system.  ::Frowns::  You do not suppose Q is involved?  I know... easy answer.
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
Q: Oh, so...in some other sense than primitive?  ::Settles herself in on a stool at the bar, and invites Q to do the same, with a brief wave of her hand::
FCO says:
::Finishes the last of the docking maneuvers before the automated system locks onto the Claymore.::
CNS LtJG Foster says:
CSO:  Seems kinda low key for a Q, aren't they all about big flashy stuff.
CAG FltLt Hawk says:
CNS:  Well, what we've seen so far might be low key....  but who knows what's simmering out of sight.

ACTION:  Tractor beams bring the Claymore into the docking facility.  External power and ENV systems are available.

FCO says:
CO: Captain we have docked.
Q says:
::Takes a seat next to Raeyld.::
CNS LtJG Foster says:
CSO:  Or maybe this is the reason he's here to watch us at this time and place.
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
CO:  Or they have passed, yes.  ::Looks to his console again::  Any other ideas?
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
CNS:  Yea... I was kind of wondering that myself.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Turns around::  CO:  Captain, it seems to be contained within the system.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
FCO: Noted.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CTO: Let's leave everything on Claymore power.  Prepare an away team.  Investigate the docking facility first and report in before proceeding to the planet.
CNS LtJG Foster says:
CSO:  Why do I get the feeling shore leave isn't going to go as we had planned.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CSO: Which doesn't tell us too much does it Commander.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
CNS:  Because you made plans... and you have that annoying person called Murphy.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
CO:  No... the only other thing that comes to mind is that it is either deliberate, by some entity, or there is some kind of phase shift in the area and it is ummm... leaking.
Q says:
CMO:  This is not what I thought shore leave would be like.  ::Stands and moved over to the lounge windows.::
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Slides off her chair to join him:: Q: Well, what were you hoping for? Grand adventures? Harrowing mysteries? Raucous parties?
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CSO: Phase shift does make sense.  But, we're not detecting anything in the system yet.  How much higher would the gamma ray emissions need to get before the ship and crew would be in danger?

Q says:
::Continues to look out the window.::   CMO:  No Commander.  This shore leave is special.  This shore leave is a glimpse at the end of the milky way.
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Tilts her head:: Q: The end...geographically, or chronologically?
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Has the computer run an average of the area as well as checking the ships ability.::
Q says:
CMO:  Exactly Commander.  ::Turns and smiles.::  I think it’s time to head back to the bridge.  ::Snaps his fingers.::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
CO:  Levels appear to be holding level.  Currently the levels are so low they are of more of curiosity then danger.  They would have to increase substantially from what they are now to cause any threat to us or the planet.

ACTION:  Raeyld and Q both appear back on the bridge.

CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Sighs a bit:: ::Not complainingly, just informationally:: Q: I didn't get a drink yet.
CNS LtJG Foster says:
::Glances up at a flash of light and see Q and the doc reappear.::
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
CO:  We can proceed to the docking facility, Sir, but there is no way to access the other berths.  Each docking port connects directly with a transporter pad that allows access to the planet.  There are no other facilities that can be accessed.
TO LtJG Kytides says:
::Glances to Raeyld and Q, then firmly back down to his console::
Q says:
::Snaps his fingers.::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CSO: Good to know Commander.  Let's keep monitoring them though to make sure nothing changes.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Looks up as the doctor and Q reappear::

ACTION:  A rather large cold glass of something slushy and white appears in Raeyld hand.

CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Simply nods and lets command play with Q as she turns back around.::  CNS/CAG:  Thanks.
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Smiles with almost childish surprise:: Q: Oh, thank you.   ::Looks up at the viewscreen:: What have we here now?
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
::Continues about his business, more determinedly than necessary, and checking the duty roster to begin piecing together an away team if it's still required::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CTO: Acknowledged Commander.  Start with the docking facility and before proceeding to the transported pad check in with Claymore.
Q says:
::Walks away from Raeyld moving close to Captain T'Shara.::  CO:  So Captain what have we learned while I was gone?   Gamma rays maybe?  or X-Rays?   How odd would that be.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Considering she had mentioned them before he left, she was not surprised::
CTO LtCmdr Damrok says:
CO:  Understood.  CMO/TO/CAG:  Commander Raeyld, Kytides, Hawk...let's go.

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