Star Trek: A Call To Duty
USS Kraken NCC 75712
SD 11305.09 - Mission 36 

Starring: 
Andrew James 		as Ship Manager (SM)
			and [NPC] Admiral Jackson
			and [NPC] Prof. Aryn Zehn
			and [NPC] Dr. Green

Rob Wright 		as [CO] Captain A'an Selzah
Aoibhe Ní 		as [XO] Commander Kesh' Suder
Einar Sigurðsson 	as [CEO] Lieutenant Tony Adalberto
Sophie Wakeling 	as [OPS] Ensign Torel Alena
CJ Short 		as [CTO] Lt. Henry Sumner
Gina Toye 		as [TO] Ensign Shabella Koraz
Lilia Perfeito 		as [CSO] Ensign Arya Ix

Absent: 

Einar Sigurðsson 	as [CEO] Lieutenant Tony Adalberto
CJ Short 		as [CTO] Lt. Henry Sumner
Gina Toye 		as [TO] Ensign Shabella Koraz
Lilia Perfeito 		as [CSO] Ensign Arya Ix

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XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::paces down a corridor towards a TL, biting her lip, trying not to be too aware of how she looks::

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Readjusts her collar, and heads in the general direction of the observation lounge::

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
::checks the last of his supplies and realises it's time to go to the observation lounge for some meeting or something::

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
<Adm_Jackson> ::already in the observation lounge::

XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::fiddles with a bit of hair, trying to wrestle it back into the neat bun she's managed to construct::

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
::walks down the corridor::

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::Drops his duffel in his quarters, look around a moment.:: Self:  The hell with it.  ::Leaves his quarters and heads down the corridor to the TL.::

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Walks into the observation lounge, and sees the Admiral on the opposite side of the room::

XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::not looking where's she's going as she rounds a corner::

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Feels immediately awkward, and looks around to get herself a drink::

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
::bumps onto the XO:: XO: Oh, sorry. ::smiles and carries on::

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::Steps into the TL.:: TL: Observation Lounge.

XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::bounces back a bit, stunned, turns and looks at Aryn, confused:: Aryn: No, that's OK...

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
::walks into the observation lounge::

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
<Adm_Jackson> ::nods at Zehn politely as he enters::

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::steps off the TL, walks down the corridor and into the observation lounge.  Moves towards the Admiral.::  Admiral Jackson:  Admiral...

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
<Dr_Green> Zehn: Aryn! Long time no see!

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Looks over at all the people greeting the Admiral, and wonders if she should have introduced herself, and then thinks against it.::

XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::Steps into the Obs Lounge, and looks around, first at Jackson, then at CO, doing what she can to keep her mind off Zehn:: All: Gentlemen... ::spots OPS:: OPS: Torel. ::smiles at her a little::

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
<Adm_Jackson> ::stands and moves silently past Torel:: CO: Captain. Welcome back.

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Self: What would I have said? "Hi, I'm the ensign who sucked your son into the vacuum of space?"::

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
Green: Too long, old friend! The Hyami... I thought it might have been you who'd made a breakthrough!

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Watches silently as the Admiral negotiates past her, getting a wave of disdain from him::

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::nods at the Admiral. :: Admiral Jackson:  Thank you sir... it's good to be back.  ::looks over to Kesh and gives her a slight smile.::

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
<Dr_Green> Zehn: I don't suppose Julia is with your team? I was half expecting her here. It's not something she'd want to miss.

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Tries to smile back at Suder, but fails.  Instead she raises her eyebrows slightly in the direction of Jackson, insinuating her reasons for her seriousness::

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::Turns back to the Admiral.:: Admiral Jackson:  I'm sure you have some things you need to go over with us, we're ready when you are.  ::Motions to the table.::

XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::wonders at Zehn's lack of recognition, feels rather deflated, and relieved in equal measure. Is temporarily distracted from her thoughts by CO's smile. It IS good to have him back>::

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
Green: No, she's not here. It does feel wrong not having her here, doesn't it? But last I heard she thought she'd made a breakthrough and was off to explore.

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
<Adm_Jackson> CO: No, Captain, I have nothing to talk about. I'm here to observe, perhaps offer the odd comment, and then file a report to Starfleet.

XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::clears her throat as she sits::

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::Nods, then motions for everyone present to take a seat if they haven’t already.:: ALL: Alright then, let's get up to speed.  ::Turns to the XO.::

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
<Dr_Green> Zehn: How very odd. ::sits down:: Any idea why they called us here?

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
::sits down too:: Green: Just usual paperwork and pointless meetings, I suppose. Who cares, so long as we get there, right?

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
<Dr_Green> Zehn: They've been more than friendly and helpful to me, Aryn. Give them a chance.

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Takes a seat next to Suder, giving her a questioning look about the clearing of the throat::

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
Dr.Green:  Good to see you again doctor,  ::Turns his attention back to the XO.::

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
XO: Wait a minute... I know you, don't I?

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
<Dr_Green> CO: Thank you, Captain. It's good to have you back. I never doubted it. ::smiles sincerely::

XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::ignores Zehn's little comment for now, giving him one small significant look:: Zehn/Green: Gentlemen. We have scheduled this meeting to ensure we're all on the same page, and to ensure we all know where we stand in this mission. ::stands up reluctantly and turns to CO:: Captain, this is Professor Zehn, and you know Doctor Green.

XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
All: We're on a strange one this time... I think it best to give Dr. Green the floor to explain what we're likely up against...

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
::blurts it out:: XO

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::Nods to Professor Zehn.:: Prof. Zehn:  Professor Zehn, welcome to the....  ::Stops at the Professors outburst.::

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
<Dr_Green> ::chuckles at Zehn::

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Looks quickly between the Professor and Suder, and tries to make a movement to cover the awkwardness::

XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
Zehn: Aryn... later. ::is clearly very uncomfortable:: Zehn: Professor, I mean... ::takes a deep breath::

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
XO: What's the matter, Kesh? ::pauses:: Oh come on, you didn't really think when I said I'd call that... oh... right... ::smiles::

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Is very aware of the discomfort of her Executive Officer, and shoots Aryn a look that strongly suggests he waits for another time to continue the conversation::

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::Sits up straighter in his chair, then looks towards Dr. Green.::  Dr. Green:  Doctor, I think you have the floor.   ::Give Professor Zehn a "Now would be a good time to shut up." look.::

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
<Dr_Green> Zehn: Aryn... not now... ::coughs and starts his update:: All: Well, er, yes, well.

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
~~~XO: You okay Commander?~~~

XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::gives Zehn a smile she can't seem to cover. He always was a cheeky ass:: ~~~Zehn: shh!~~~

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
<Dr_Green> All: I think you're all up to date with the mission already. We have the coordinates of where a planet might be. I say might be, because it's hidden and may have been for thousands of years. ::pauses, imagining an 'ooooh' going through people's heads::

XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
~~~OPS: Everything is fine, Ens...~~~ ::is projecting emotions that are anything but "fine"::

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
~~~XO: You realise that A'an looks rather jealous...~~~

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Waits a moment, looking straight ahead at Dr Green:: ~~~XO: Convincing... to a non-telepath Commander~~~~

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
<Dr_Green> ::looks around:: All: Are you even listening to me... you all seem rather... distracted...

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::waits for anything new, wishing they could just drop the scientists off and be done with it, then smiles at Dr. Green.:: Dr. Green: Thank you doctor.  We'll be at the co-ordinates very soon, I suggest we make our way to the bridge.  Once we confirm the planet's existence and ensure it's safe, we can begin our examination and get your teams to work.

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Nods in response to Green::

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
~~~XO: And the one in gold.... well, she seems feisty. ~~~ ::smiles across the desk::

XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::leans back, closes her eyes for a moment, opens them again, looking at CO, seeing Zehn has a point:: ~~~Aryn... This isn't Calculus. Distracting me is not going to work. ~~~

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
~~~~ XO: Good to see you again too, Kesh ~~~

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::Looks about the room, then shrugs inwardly,::  All: Alright, dismissed.  All departments to their posts.  Gentlemen, if you'll follow me.  ::Stands and heads out the door towards the bridge. ::

XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
Dr. Green: I have assigned members of our Science team to you., Please... ::glances at Zehn, distracted:: ... Green: I mean, the Science team is at your disposal.

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
<Dr_Green> CO: Well, when we get there I suggest running several specialised scans of the area. My original work indicates that there's nothing there... at least... well, there seems to be no gravity change.

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Sees Aryn smiling, and realises that he and Suder have a telepathic connection::

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Smiles unintentionally at the knowledge::

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::Notice the "signs" between Kesh and the Professor and decides he doesn’t like him.::

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
::catches OPS smile and lets out a laugh::

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Smiles wider at Zehn's laughter::

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
<Dr_Green> ::stands:: CO: Maybe we could run a metaphasic sweep of the area first, Captain?

XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::thinks there are too many telepaths all of a sudden for a ship this small. Stands up::

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
<Dr_Green> ::looks around at the crew and feels like he's being left out of something:: Aryn: Are you... would you keep your thoughts to yourself? This is serious!

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::walks through the small corridor and onto the bridge, slowing slightly.:: Self: Good to be back.  ::nods backwards to Dr. Green.::  Dr. Green:  Absolutely Doctor, feel free to have the science team perform any scans you wish.

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
ACTION: The team follows the CO.

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Stands, and follows the CO out of the room, regularly looking over her shoulder at Zehn and occasionally Suder::

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
<Adm_Jackson> ::takes a padd and starts making notes about the strange meeting::

XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::senses a rise in tension from the CO, wonders ironically where that may have come from. Catches Zehn's eye::

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
::notices Torel looking at him all the time:: Self: Well, if she's interested...

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::settles into his chair, noticing the Professor taking the chair opposite he assumed the Admiral would take.  Glances between the Professor and Kesh for a second, then rolls his eyes and turns to the aFCO::  aFCO: Eta to the co-ordinates provided by Dr. Green?

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
<FCO_Zorn> CO: 5 minutes, Sir.

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Takes her position at OPS, checking that their guest's quarters have all been assigned appropriately::

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
ACTION: The Kraken shudders and begins to slow down, putting the inertial dampeners to the test.

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::Nods to the aFCO, then looks about for a second. :: OPS:  Report!

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Looks down at her sensor readings:: CO: Looks like some kind of dampening field Captain

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::stands and moves towards tactical, wondering where Sumner is.:: aTO:  Any ships in the area?

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
<FCO_Zorn> CO: Sir, we're still at warp but we're moving at a speed lower than full impulse. Engines are starting to overload.

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
CO: It doesn't seem familiar to the computers Sir

XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::glances from Zehn to OPS and back again, annoyed, uncomfortable with the twinge of jealousy she's feeling, and relief, too. And a little hungry... eurgh. Sits down in the bridge beside CO, studiously not looking at him, but aware of his mood::

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
aFCO: drop us from warp, proceed on impulse.

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
<TO_Mishel> CO: No ships in the area, Captain.

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
<FCO_Zorn> CO: Aye Sir. ::does so and the ship comes to a halt:: We're not moving, Sir. Not enough power.

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::turns to Dr. Green.:: Dr. Green:  Your mystery Planet, perhaps.

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
<Dr_Green> CO: It could be our planet... some kind of dampening field to shield it from sensors and the like...

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
aFCO:  Alright, how long can we push our warp engines before it becomes dangerous?

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Looks around the bridge, also wondering where Henry is::

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
CO: Perhaps we don't need to push the engines at all. We could hold station here.

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
CO/Green: We could launch a probe to investigate

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
<FCO_Zorn> CO: Well, Chief Adalberto would say just a few minutes. I wouldn't recommend it, Sir.

XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::listens to OPS:: CO: It couldn't hurt. Worth a try.

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
<Dr_Green> OPS/CO: Yes, a probe perhaps. See what's inside the dampening field. ::looks at the sensor readings:: Looks like it might be easier to get a probe through the field than a ship.

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Smiles appreciatively to Suder::  XO: I'll set one up ready

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::Nods to Torel. :: OPS: Let's prep a probe then.  ::turns to the Professor.:: Prof. Zehn: It's not going to do us much good just sitting here.

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Taps furiously on her console for a minute, then double checks her workings::  CO/XO: It's ready to launch

XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
CO: Best to check what we're up against before we dent the ship, though...

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
CO: What do you recommend then, doing somersaults? ::rolls his eyes:: If we're at the planet, there's no need to use your engines any more.

XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::nods to OPS::

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Taps the correct panel, and the probe is launched towards the field::

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
ACTION: The probe is launched. Sensor readings start coming in.

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::Nods to himself, Yep, I really don't like this guy.::

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Tries to clear up the sensor readings, and gets some preliminary information::

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
CO: There's a large planetary body within the field.  And it's M class, Sir

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
<Dr_Green> OPS: A planet... my god... we found it!

XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::eyes widen:: OPS: We found it... That was... easy? ::raises an eyebrow to CO::

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
CO: I'll tell my team to prepare for an away mission!

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
OPS:  Alright, pipe the feed to science and let's get our experts poring over the data.

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Tilts her head slightly sceptically:: XO: Doesn't mean it's the right planet, or if we can even reach it.

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Forwards the sensor readings to Science::

XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
OPS: Hm... ::nods in agreement.:: OPS: Does seem a bit unlikely, though... What can you tell us about the field? Can we neutralise it?

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
<Dr-Green> OPS/XO: Professor Zehn is right... it's M Class... and we could bounce a transporter signal off the probe!

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::Holds up his hand.:: Prof. Zehn:  Not so fast Professor.  We need to do some examining of this data and then a recon before I'm sending a team down there!

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
Dr. Green:  I understand your eager Doctor, but safety first.

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
CO: Surely at least Doctor Green should be one of the first people to stand on the planet he helped discover. ::smiles:: I can wait here until you do your recon.

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
XO: I agree with Green that the best way to get a team down would be bouncing off the already placed probe.  But I can't get much more information as yet.  Science may be able to give us more information

XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::explains further:: Zehn: We need to be sure it's safe before we'll risk sending people down. It's standard procedure.

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::Nods.:: Dr. Green

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
<SO_Do> All: Sensor readings are stable, Sir. Transport is possible, and sensors show the planet to be M class, standard atmosphere. No lifesigns.

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::Nods.:: Dr. Green:  You'll be on the first team, that I can promise, but until it's deemed safe, you'll have to be patient.

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
SO_Do: Lifesigns?

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
<Adm_Jackson> ::raises an eyebrow at the CO asking for information he's already been given and makes a note::

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
<SO_Do> CO: No lifesigns, Sir. That's none. Looks perfectly safe according to sensors.

XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::blinks. Wondering if CO has jet lag or something...::

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Misses the Captain's faux pas, as she was looking curiously at Zehn's back::

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
SO_Do:  Alright, keep scanning, I want to know what’s down there down to the microbial level.  ::Turns to Dr. Green.:: Dr. Green:  Suit up, doctor.

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
<Dr_Green> ::grins widely:: CO: Excellent! ::heads off to get ready::

XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
CO: I should accompany the first wave, Captain. ::folds her arms::

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
::Turns to Kesh.:: XO: I agree, take Sumner with you, wherever he is.

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
<Dr_Green> CO: Oh, and Ensign Ix! She's been such a help.

XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::grimaces, but remembers Jackson is lurking and doesn’t argue:: CO: Aiy sir.  ::climbs the steps to the upper bridge, passing Zehn and Green on her way::

Host CO_Cmdr_Aan says:
Dr. Green:  If it make you more comfortable with Ensign Ix, that’s fine.  Just follow protocol and let the security team do its work.  We're here and we have all the time in the world.

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Watches Suder walk by, and wonders how she's coping with everything flying around the bridge::

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
ACTION: The away team prepares - Green, XO, CTO, CSO. They beam down to the planet where they are greeted by snow and blizzard. It is freezing, temperatures at minus 50 C.

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
SCENE: The away team are in standard uniforms, as sensors showed the climate to be average.

XO_Cmdr_Suder says:
::lets out a yelp. Taps her comm badge:: *OPS*: Beam us back!

Host Aryn_Zehn says:
SCENE: Communicators and tricorders are offline.

OPS_Ens_Torel says:
::Feels nice and cozy on the bridge::

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