Last week on the Seleya:

*Classified*: The captain had made the decision to allow the universe to be remade.  Whether it was meant to be or not, it seemed the only path to getting its natural laws back onto track.

Caught outside of time, the Seleya watched time speed up and the universe play out in moments culminating in another big bang.  From there, things proceeded naturally but again, accelerated for the crew, and in mere moments to them, they were back to the time and place they had started; only things were not exactly as they had been before.

Checking against their computers they discovered discrepancies in the new history compared to theirs; some major, many minor.  But like the drop of water in the pond, spreading outward, even minor events could alter major ones.  But to this universe, to those who knew, it would only be a curiosity as things continued their natural progression in this time and place.

Two objects cannot occupy the same space at the same time nor an object be in two different places at the same time was a natural theory of physics that had been debated and tested over the centuries.  But in this time and place it held true.  As the universe settled, the 'old' Seleya phase shifted into the 'new' Seleya, superseding them in many incidents.  Old memories merged with new memories.  Some minds melded into a whole, some partially and some simply submerged with one or the other remaining strong.  In the end, all knew what had happened on some level or another, though not everyone could simply accept it.

Things most note worthy for the crew was seven years ago the nebula had never been destroyed nor the crew of the Elara and the crew resurrected.  This crew had been sent to the nebula to explore an unusual, regular energy spike in the region.  Shane had never been born, but then this universe had not needed him as a savior. The captain still had a child to rise but this child was hers of a natural union.  The CSO's hand sacrificed in the mission remains strong and whole in this universe.

Maor finally awoke in medical but kept mainly to himself.  A thorough medical workup showed he was healthy, but that he is has an extra DNA component neither records show he originally had; its purpose or function remains unknown.  The CMO is back to normal as a mortal. One of the more obvious changes was the gender shift of their MO from male to female.  Only time will tell how that will play out. And then there were those rare few who show no apparent changes, at least on the surface, such as the SO and Sec.

And what of Liv Enem and his people who had pushed the universe to be recreated?  In the end, they had accomplished what they wanted, just not in the way they had wanted or foreseen. Records show the Church of Recurring Tragedy never formed, never existed in this 'new' universe. But then a group of them had escaped before it went through the seventh recreation… or had they?

Only time would tell how great a price the crew of the Seleya had paid for the destruction and remaking of the universe. *End Classified*

Captain's log, Stardate 10808.24. We are preparing to do a thorough sensor sweep of the Madtion Nebula while the crew itself recovers. I suspect we will not find anything more of note but our job is to turn in a report of what is going on here and that is what I intend to do

<<<<<<<<<< Something old, something new, something borrowed, something… green? >>>>>>>>>>

CO Capt Gomes says:
::arrives on the bridge adjusting her uniform. She looks around at the familiar bridge thinking something is not quite right::

CSO LtJG Sumner says:
::furrows his brow:: CO: Captain, I'm picking up a steady signal from the nebula. It's not natural.

CO Capt Gomes says:
::moves over to the CSO:: CSO: I see the sensors are up and running them. What is it exactly?

CSEC LtJG Tgigger says:
::sitting in his office going over some paperwork::

MO Ens R Croft says:
::Richard was looking over the last set of scan and test she'd run on herself::

CSO LtJG Sumner says:
CO: It looks like some kind of beacon. It's not far into the nebula.

SO Lt Rose says:
:: Making her way to security, carefully carrying a cup of very hot coffee.::

CO Capt Gomes says:
CSO: Do you believe it would be dangerous to go nearer to the source?

CMO Lt Atreides says:
::Strolls into sickbay coffee in hand, and heads towards his office::

CSO LtJG Sumner says:
::shakes his head:: CO: The nebula is a typical star nursery. If we're careful, we should be fine.

CO Capt Gomes says:
::nods:: CSO: Then lets investigate. That is what we are here to do. Send the coordinates to the FCO please

CO Capt Gomes says:
FCO: Proceed to the coordinates that Mr Sumner will give you, full impulse

CSO LtJG Sumner says:
::nods and sends the signal's location to the flight officer::

CMO Lt Atreides says:
::Spots an MO he hadn't seen before and slowly walks up behind her::

ACTION: The ship slowly moves into the nebula.  As they do so, the signal becomes progressively louder.

CSEC LtJG Tgigger says:
::brushes the hair out of his face and tucks it behind his ear::

SO Lt Rose says:
:: rings the chimes and enters::  CSec:  With all the changes, you would think that would be one.  There must be something about the fates and long hair.  :: puts the  hot coffee before him.::

CO Capt Gomes says:
CSO: If you detect dangerous radiation say so immediately. Do you have a theory on what this may be?

MO Ens R Croft says:
::Richard pushed the hair out of her eyes and sighs, while trying not to be distracted by the new feelings her body was giving her::

CSO LtJG Sumner says:
::focuses his scans:: CO: I'm picking up a small vessel. There are life forms aboard.

CO Capt Gomes says:
CSO: Open hailing frequencies

SO Lt Rose says:
:: slips around the desk and automatically begins to braid his hair.  With a light tug::  CSec:  One would also think one would learn how to braid.  It really is not that hard.

CSO LtJG Sumner says:
::hails the vessel::

CMO Lt Atreides says:
::Sips his coffee and looks at the scan data the MO is reading over her shoulder::

CSEC LtJG Tgigger says:
::smiles:: SO: Thank you, you know, I'm actually getting used to it now... but I just can't seem to master tying it up. ::laughs::

CSO LtJG Sumner says:
CO: Four beings, species unknown.

CSO LtJG Sumner says:
CO: No response to our hail.

MO Ens R Croft says:
::Richard jumps sideways and not used to her new center of gravity fall over:: CMO: You gave me a scare.

CO Capt Gomes says:
COM: Unknown vessel: This is Captain Gomes aboard the Federation Starship USS Seleya. We are on a routine exploration mission on this nebula. Please identify yourselves.

CSEC LtJG Tgigger says:
::takes a sip of the coffee and sighs:: SO: Still... at least it gives me a reason to see you.

CO Capt Gomes says:
CSO: Continue scanning them. If they don't want to talk we can't force them. But we might as well know all that we can

CMO Lt Atreides says:
MO: Hi, haven't seen you around here before.

SO Lt Rose says:
:: finishing, steps back around the desk shaking her head::  CSec:  You don't need that for me.  Besides, what happened to those pills.  Or do they not work in this new universe?

CSO LtJG Sumner says:
::nods and continues scanning:: CO: They've got life support and shields... engines appear to be down. Wherever they're sending the signal, it's getting through.

CO Capt Gomes says:
CSO: Do you think it might be a distress signal then?

MO Ens R Croft says:
CMO: It's me Richard your MO, after the re-birth this happened.

CSEC LtJG Tgigger says:
SO: I don't know, I've been afraid to take any medication since they rebooted the universe, there's no telling what it's gonna do.

CSO LtJG Sumner says:
::nods some:: CO: It's entirely possible.

SO Lt Rose says:
:: chuckles::  CSec:  I have not heard that term used yet... rebooted.  I like it.

CO Capt Gomes says:
CSO: But I am not ready to just barge inside their ship without being asked

CO Capt Gomes says:
FCO: Bring us to 1 Km from the vessel and come to a full stop

CMO Lt Atreides says:
MO: Oh yes, Richard! How's the whole gender change working out for you?

CO Capt Gomes says:
CSO: Try sending back the same signal they are sending us and see if we get a response

CSO LtJG Sumner says:
::copies the outgoing signal, and sends it back to the strange ship::

FCO Shinn says:
:: Nods and takes the ship in.:: CO:  Bringing vessel to full stop.

CSEC LtJG Tgigger says:
SO: After that experience I'm starting to feel like I'm some program in a big computer. But every so often some things make me feel more human. ::smiles::

MO Ens R Croft says:
CMO: Well it's different, my counselor says I should pick a new name but I've not given up on getting back to a fully function male

CO Capt Gomes says:
CSO: Did you check both our databases for this species? The normal one and the .... old one?

ACTION: The communication unit pops on and in the background voices can be heard, including one frustrating young male telling the others to be quiet.

CSO LtJG Sumner says:
CO: I did. They're in neither.

CMO Lt Atreides says:
MO: I agree, Richard's not exactly the best name for a girl; you’ll have problems meeting m...Change back? That could be a hard.

CO Capt Gomes says:
::nods at the CSO:: CSO: So I take it they finally heard us. Let’s try that hail again

SO Lt Rose says:
CSec:  Well, I need to head for the bridge to check on something with the CSO.  Shouldn't you be there as well?

CO Capt Gomes says:
COM: Unknown vessel: This is Captain Gomes aboard the Federation Starship USS Seleya. We are on a routine exploration mission on this nebula. Do you require assistance?

MO Ens R Croft says:
CMO: Yes and each test and scan I run returns the same thing, I'm biological a female and have always been a female her.

Turben says:
@ All:  If you will be quiet... Brind, I know this better then you.  Get out of the chair, you are in my way.

CSEC LtJG Tgigger says:
::finishes his coffee:: SO: I was about to head up there to see what was going on. ::smiles:: Shall we?

Brind says:
@Turben: Mom said not to talk to strangers.

CO Capt Gomes says:
CSO: Did we open their communications device without their knowing?

Turben says:
@ Brind:  She also wanted us safe and if you have not noticed, we are not going anywhere.

CSO LtJG Sumner says:
::offers only a shrug::

CSO LtJG Sumner says:
CO: It appears like they opened it

CMO Lt Atreides says:
MO: And I never met my former wife, we should make the best of our new situations and learn to live with them. If we found a way to genetically alter your gender it would probably have an effect on your duty status for quite some time.

CSEC LtJG Tgigger says:
::stands up from the desk and walks round it to Brianna::

Turben says:
:: Picks up his sister and puts her down with a hard plunk.  Taps the flashing light and makes a wish::  COMM: Seleya:  Ummm... Hi.

CO Capt Gomes says:
CSO: So maybe they just can't agree on anything... ah ha

CMO Lt Atreides says:
MO: Your family, and everyone else you know would also be very confused. You have to remember that for everyone else this is the way the universe is and has always been, they have no memory of the old one.

CO Capt Gomes says:
COM: Unknown vessel: Greetings. Can we help you?

MO Ens R Croft says:
CMO: Yes so I have to start work on making this ::Waves her hand up and down her body:: feel normal and right

SO Lt Rose says:
:: Heads out the door with Trigger.::  CSec:  Have you moved into your quarters yet, so to say?  Mine here looks the same as those in the past universe.

Turben says:
@ COMM: Seleya:  Yes?  We are stuck and need to find our parents.

CO Capt Gomes says:
COM: Unknown vessel: We can help discover what happened to them. Can you tell us who you are and where you come from?

CO Capt Gomes says:
::whispers:: CSO: Are they children?

Brind says:
@:: speaks up loudly::  COMM: Seleya:  I am Brind.

CSO LtJG Sumner says:
::whispers back:: CO: It certainly sounds like it.

CMO Lt Atreides says:
::shrugs:: MO: At least you didn't end up being Ferengi. 

CSEC LtJG Tgigger says:
SO: Not yet, I've been avoiding them, not even unpacked my gear yet. ::grins::

CO Capt Gomes says:
COM: Brind: Hello Brind. Do you remember where your home is?

Turben says:
@ ::sighs as he slaps a hand over his sisters mouth::  COMM: Seleya:  I am Turben, brother to Brind, Sal and Lal.  We were with our parents on a simple research mission when we were attacked.  Our parents were able to get us aboard the smaller private craft.  But something went wrong with the engines.

CO Capt Gomes says:
CSO: Now we are getting somewhere

CO Capt Gomes says:
COM: Turbend: How many of you are aboard?

SO Lt Rose says:
:: stepping into the lift::  CSec:  You might not, but you :: points to him::  might.  :: pauses, then slowly::  I have no memories of my person.  Do you?

CSO LtJG Sumner says:
::glances to the captain before whispering:: CO: There are four.

Turben says:
@ COMM: Seleya:  There are just the four of us.

CO Capt Gomes says:
::nods at the CSO::

CO Capt Gomes says:
COM: Turben: Would you like to come aboard our vessel? We can help you find out what happened to your parents. Also, do you have any message from them?

CSEC LtJG Tgigger says:
SO: Only very sketchy ones, nothing very clear, I remember coming aboard with you, I remember getting very busy and then I remember being... ::pauses and points to himself:: Me.

MO Ens R Croft says:
CMO: My counselor has suggest that she can get me roomed with fellow female to bring me up to speed with what a female my age should know. And if it'd been a Male Ferengi that wouldn’t have been so bad.

Turben says:
@ :: Looks at the three pair of eyes staring up at him and sighs... there was no other choice.::  COMM: Seleya:  We would like your help.  As for a message... :: frowns::  Ummm... what kind of message?

CO Capt Gomes says:
CSO: Let’s do this differently then

CMO Lt Atreides says:
MO: They eat insects.

CO Capt Gomes says:
COM: Turben: We will bring you aboard and, with your permission, check the computers on your ship so that we can find out where your parents are and why your ship is not working. How does that sound?

SO Lt Rose says:
CSec:  I remember nothing of this new universe.  It is almost as if I am exactly who I was, only I have memories of the universe being remade.  I am not sure that is even possible.  But it will make my life simpler.  :: steps off the lift as it stops::

MO Ens R Croft says:
CMO: So some species eat, their own kind

CSEC LtJG Tgigger says:
SO: Well I vote we put the reboot behind us and try to carry on as normal. ::smiles::

CMO Lt Atreides says:
MO: I can see those going well with a nice red wine.

CO Capt Gomes says:
CSO: Do you mind meeting them? I'll use this opportunity to get to know more about this new species.

Turben says:
@ COMM: Seleya:  Thank you... ummm.., captain.

CSO LtJG Sumner says:
::shakes his head:: CO: Not at all.

CO Capt Gomes says:
CSO: Can we get a lock on them?

CO Capt Gomes says:
CSO: Meanwhile I will steal your SO ::taps her badge::*SO*: Gomes to Rose

CSO LtJG Sumner says:
CO: They need to lower their shields

SO Lt Rose says:
:: smiles as she comes up behind the captain::  CO: Yes, ma'am?

MO Ens R Croft says:
CMO: So if you look at my scan and test, it show I'm fit and health, can I be dismissed so I can go back to my quarters?

CO Capt Gomes says:
SO: Do you feel up to an away team Brianna? I need someone with both science and engineering experience to explore an unknown vessel. I will get Trigger to go with you for backup

CMO Lt Atreides says:
MO: Sure, not like we need you here right now. If you need any more time off just tell me and I'll schedule it.

CSEC LtJG Tgigger says:
::smiles to himself as Brianna addresses the Captain and moves to the tactical console, relieving the young ensign there::

SO Lt Rose says:
CO: Sure...

CO Capt Gomes says:
::nods at the CSO:: COMM: Turben: Turben, do you know how to lower your shields? We need that to get you out of there

CMO Lt Atreides says:
MO: And I hope you end up with a nice roommate.

Turben says:
@ :: Looks blankly at the command console::  COMM: Seleya:  Not really.  Can you tell me what it looks like?

MO Ens R Croft says:
::With a wave to the CMO, Richard leave sickbay and head off to her quarters::

CO Capt Gomes says:
CSec: Can you arrange a small tactical team to go as well and ensure the SO's safety?

CO Capt Gomes says:
::scratches her head:: All: Is there anything universal about a shield emitter?

SO Lt Rose says:
:: Steps back to her boss.  Quietly::  CSO:  Can ye fill me in?

SO Lt Rose says:
:: shakes her head at the captain::

CO Capt Gomes says:
COMM: Turben: Do you see any symbol of your ship with a bright halo around it?

CSEC LtJG Tgigger says:
::Nods to the CO:: CO: They'll be ready to go in transporter room 1 in two minutes.

CSO LtJG Sumner says:
::nods to the SO:: SO: We've found a small ship with four children aboard. We're beaming them to the Seleya while you investigate and find out where their parents are. Sweet, isn't it?

Turben says:
@ :: Looks around and then grabs for Sal as he has climbed onto the console and is pushing one of the buttons::  Groans...

CO Capt Gomes says:
CSec: Thank you. I will just need to wait for the kids to find a way to lower the shields

CSO LtJG Sumner says:
CO: Shields are down, I have a lock.

CMO Lt Atreides says:
::Watches her leave and walks into his office to relax a while with his papers::

SO Lt Rose says:
:: Looks at Sumner and smiles::  CSO:  You get the children and I get the ship?  I love it!

CO Capt Gomes says:
SO: Try to see where this vessel came from and if possible who built it. If you can, try to determine if the engines are salvageable

CSO LtJG Sumner says:
SO: Ha ha, yeah, whatever...

Turben says:
@ :: Holds his struggling brother firmly::  COMM: Seleya:  There are a couple of lit buttons.

CO Capt Gomes says:
CSO: I'll go with you to transporter room 2 to greet them

SO Lt Rose says:
:: nods::  CO: Got it.

CO Capt Gomes says:
COM: Turben: You did very well. Stand by, in a few minutes you will be with us

CSO LtJG Sumner says:
::gets up and nods for the CO to go first::

CO Capt Gomes says:
CO: Me and the CSO will greet the children. Once they are aboard I will give you the OK to beam in from Transporter room 1.

CO Capt Gomes says:
All: All clear?

Turben says:
@ :: sighs as his younger brother did it again.::  All:  Alright everyone, grab your stuff.

CSEC LtJG Tgigger says:
::starts a constant scan of the other vessel and then grabs the young ensign and positions him back at the tactical console:: TO: See that display, watch it very carefully... if anything shows on it that isn't the away team contact me immediately.

SO Lt Rose says:
:: With a nod to the group, heads for the lift, her smile now a grin.::

CO Capt Gomes says:
FCO: You have the bridge ::goes to the lift with the rest::

SO Lt Rose says:
:: Stops and waits for Trigger.::

CSO LtJG Sumner says:
::follows the CO to the lift::

TO Ens Newby says:
CSec: Yyy... yy... yes sir.

MO Ens R Croft says:
:: Arrive at her new quarter with a quick suck off air she rushed into the room:: Any: Hi I'm Rich...Jessic Croft ::Looks around to see no one there. Her face start to turn red with embossment::

CSEC LtJG Tgigger says:
::nods and heads for the turbolift::

CO Capt Gomes says:
Computer: Transporter rooms 1 and 2

SO Lt Rose says:
:: steps into the lift with the others::

CO Capt Gomes says:
::waits for the lift to arrive at its destination::All: I am only concerned that these children are being chased by something bigger than us. If that is the case we will have to be very careful not to take sides. But we cannot deny assistance as well

CSO LtJG Sumner says:
CO: Will we be granting the children asylum?

SO Lt Rose says:
CO: Understood.

CO Capt Gomes says:
CSO: For now yes. Without engines or anyone to take care of them they would die out here. But keep in mind...all of you that we need to check their story thoroughly

CSO LtJG Sumner says:
::nods at the Captain's words::

CO Capt Gomes says:
::exits the lift when the door open and heads for transporter room 2:: CSec/SO: Good luck

CSO LtJG Sumner says:
::follows the Captain to TR2::

CO Capt Gomes says:
::arrives at TR2:: CSO: Begin transport when ready

SO Lt Rose says:
:: Turns in the opposite direction and whispers::  CSec:  I so love this arrangement... it is just... unexpected.

CSEC LtJG Tgigger says:
::nods to the CO and leads Brianna to TR1::

ACTION:  Four children are beamed aboard ranging in age and size.  They are tall and lean, but obviously young.  On all their faces is a touch of fear, but on the oldest is also determination.

CSEC LtJG Tgigger says:
SO: Yeah... and I'm not about to go unprepared. ::enters the transporter room and picks up a rifle from the locker::

CO Capt Gomes says:
Children: Welcome to the Seleya. I am Captain Gomes and this is Lt Sumner

CSO LtJG Sumner says:
::nods and smiles at the children::

MO Ens R Croft says:
::Jessica goes and sits down at the desk as she see a PADD that had been left for her, by the counsellor and starts to read::

Turben says:
:: steps forward::  CO/CSO:  I am Turben dal Cost'ant.  This is my sister Brind :: Points to older girl of the two::  And the twins are Sal and Lal.

CSEC LtJG Tgigger says:
SO: Let my team go first and make sure this isn't some sort of ambush.

CO Capt Gomes says:
::smiles:: Children: It’s a pleasure to meet you all. I have duties on the bridge. Mr Sumner here will get you something to eat and a bath if you like

SO Lt Rose says:
:: raises an eyebrow::  CSec: With children?  If it is, I will punch them myself.

CSO LtJG Sumner says:
::looks to the Captain briefly at the mention of a bath::

CO Capt Gomes says:
CSO: Take them to sickbay to assess if they are not injured and try to find out what you can about them.

CO Capt Gomes says:
*SO*: Beam to the vessel when ready. The children are here

CSO LtJG Sumner says:
::nods:: CO: Aye, Captain.

Turben says:
@  :: frowns::  CO:  Bath?  :: looks to the man::

CSEC LtJG Tgigger says:
SO: You never know... just give us 2 minutes to clear the immediate area. ::smiles::

SO Lt Rose says:
:: Stops and sighs:: CSec:  Make it quick.  Two minutes and I am following.

CO Capt Gomes says:
::smiles at Turben:: Turben: Mr Sumner will tell you all about it

CSO LtJG Sumner says:
::shrugs at the kid::

CSEC LtJG Tgigger says:
::nods to the transporter chief::

<<<<<<<<<< Pause >>>>>>>>>>

DRAMATIS PERSONAE

Lília Perfeito is Captain Alexandra Margarida Gomes (CO – Commanding Officer)
C.J. Short is Lieutenant Junior Grade Henry James Sumner (CSO – Chief Science Officer)
Andreas Habeland is Lieutenant Paul Atreides (CMO – Chief Medical Officer)
Alex Matthews is Ensign Richard Raven Croft (MO – Medical Officer)

Karriaunna Scotti as SO Lt Rose, FCO Shinn, Turben and Brind.
Scott Knight as CSEC LtJG Tgigger and TO Ens Newby.

Stardate: 10808.24
Arc Title: Something old, something new, something borrowed, something… green?
Part: First
Mission Number: 530
Ship Manager: Karriaunna Scotti
Arc Creator: Karriaunna Scotti

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