USS Seleya Mission Transcript 11010.10
Mission Number 612
The Last Ones VII

DRAMATIS PERSONAE
Lília Perfeito as Captain Alexandra Margarida Gomes (CO – Commanding Officer) 
Eldad Ben-Tovim as Commander Maor (XO - First officer) 
Tim Schols as Lieutenant Dylan Cedric Pandora (OPS – Operations Officer) aOPS Andersson
Christopher Dickinson as Savar William Dickinson (AMB - Ambassador)
Frank MacArthur as Ensign Frank MacArthur (FCO - Flight Command Officer) npc crewman Thomas
Karriaunna Scotti as Lt Brianna Rose (SO – Science Officer) as SO Rowlins

Peter Keegan guest NPC as Security Barret

Time lapse:   A few moments

Ship Manager 
Karriaunna Scotti

Last time on the Seleya...

While the captain waited for some kind of contact from the federation, she went about the ship, discovering what changes had occurred. What was basically discovered were the changes were small and inconsequential.  It was as she had simply stepped aboard another model of a  federation ship  that had all the same basics but arranged slightly different.

On the ship, the ambassador and bridge crew worked to find other answers.  They too needed to know what kind of changes had occurred, but even more so, what changes beyond their ship had occurred.  The ambassador knew the history of the gateway and the few experiences that had shown only those involved knew of the changes, no matter how drastic they had been.  And that it only took one small change, like the ripples in a pond to change everything.

Three class nine probes were launched;  one toward Sol, one towards Romulus and one towards Qo'noS to see what they could discover given the ship is not picking up any communications, not even random ones that might make their way here.  The probes are programmed to self destruct upon encountering another vessel to avoid altering the timeline further.  The FCO discovered a possible reason for this as he soon realizes all signals being sent out are being bounced back.  A search for a reason why indicates the cause is technological and surrounds this system in general.  The probes are about to pass through the barrier.

Maor took an away team down to a world that has been scorched of all life.  They flew over the remains of a city.  The first showed evidence of being a large metropolis with what may have been the center, now nothing more then a deep crater.  Radiation permeates everything.

They chose a landing site as close as possible to the weak energies of the Guardian.  This turned out to be at the base of a mountain with the appearances of a remnant military facility.  The parking lot is filled with vehicles in various states.  At the mountain itself is a large metal door approximately ten meters in diameter.  Near the edge of the door, huge boulders have been displaced and a large crack has formed that leads into the mountain; evidence of a large earthquake in the area, if not the cause.  The crack is large enough for Rose to slip easily inside, but the men will have to do some minor contortions to make it through.

They have a lock on the Guardian, but they are finding it hard to maintain due to the Guardian putting out temporal waves, no matter how week.  Inside the carved structure they are reading nothing else.

Captain's log, Stardate 1101010. It appears we stepped into a new Universe, probably caused by the Guardian's activities. Our probes are trying to scan beyond a sort of barrier around the system. In the mean time, I am hoping to hear from Maor.

Commander's Maor duty log: We are moments before opening tthe doors to the chamber that we suspect contain the artifact we're after. The crew seems on edge and I can't say that I blame them. With the little that the Captain and myself know, we're already frightened.

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 CO Capt Gomes says:
::returns to the bridge after visiting the rest of her "new" ship::
SO LtCmd Rose says:
@ :: On the planet, staring into the crevice in the side of the mountain.  Last time they had gone into a cavern had been interesting... and they had come away with life.  Would it be too much to hope there were survivors here as well?::
Amb Envoy Savar says:
:: Glances over his shoulder as the turbolift doors open ::  CO: Captain.
XO Cmdr Maor says:
@ ::Signals everyone to standby:: *CO*: Maor to Gomes. ::Watches the doors with concern::
 CO Capt Gomes says:
::sits down::*XO*: Gomes here. What do you have?
SEC Barrett says:
@::standing behind the rest of the team, waiting for orders::
OPS Lt Pandora says:
::At his station, trying to get his console to take up a more familiar display lay-out::
XO Cmdr Maor says:
@ *CO*: We're standing before the doors to the entrance to the complex we believe the artifact is located at, I'd suggest you join us. 
FCO Ens MacArthur says:
::At the helm, keeping scanners on the barrier::
SO LtCmd Rose says:
@XO:  Commander, I can slip in easily enough to do a quick check of the interior... perhaps find the key to open the door.
SEC Barrett says:
@::slaps his head:: Self: How'd I forget....::removes his backpack:: XO: Sir...Security member Anthony Barrett, I was sent down to join the team, I've brought torches.
OPS Lt Pandora says:
::Glances at MacArthur:: FCO: Managed to get your console set-up as usual yet?
XO Cmdr Maor says:
@ ::Glances at the direction of the SO:: SO: Can we scan inside the complex?
SO LtCmd Rose says:
@ XO: Nothing more then mentioned before.  No sign of life, no sign of energy.  :: looks at the door::  Darn... was not thinking about that. If it is on a mechanism, I can open it, but energy...  I would need a battery.
 CO Capt Gomes says:
::nods at the Ambassador, wondering if he heard the XO. Takes a moment to respond::
SO LtCmd Rose says:
@ :: takes the torch with a nod of thanks.::
XO Cmdr Maor says:
@ SO: Like we one we have back at our shuttle?
Amb Envoy Savar says:
:: Tilts an eyebrow slightly ::
SO LtCmd Rose says:
@ :: smiles::  XO:  Yea... that should work.
 CO Capt Gomes says:
*XO*: At this point, the less people involved the better. Report back once you made contact with the artifact
 
ACTION:  The probes reach the barrier and slide through.  As they do, the ship looses contact with them.

XO Cmdr Maor says:
@ SO: Do it, we'll wait for you here. Take one of the security officers with you as an escort.
FCO Ens MacArthur says:
OPS: Not even close.
SO LtCmd Rose says:
@:: Looks at Barrett::  SEC:  Looks like you volunteered.  Can you get the battery for me?
OPS Lt Pandora says:
::Grunts agreement:: FCO: Yeah, tell me about it... I just can't seem to get the transporter status displays to look right, you know? ::Taps a few buttons to change the looks of said systems again::
SEC Barrett says:
@::puts his backpack back on:: SO: Yes ma'am, right away! ::picks up his rifle and heads off towards the shuttle::
FCO Ens MacArthur says:
OPS: As long as the galaxy's centre hasn't moved, I can maybe muster getting the ship in the right direction.
 CO Capt Gomes says:
::looks up at OPS and the FCO:: FCO/OPS: Have you tried consulting the computer for your console's manual?
Amb Envoy Savar says:
:: The tactical officer reports loss of contact with the probes to the envoy, and he turns towards the Captain ::  CO: Captain.  We transmitted several sensor probes and have located a sensor barrier surrounding the system.  :: Pulls up a system schematic and points with his finger, outlining the rough boundaries ::
SO LtCmd Rose says:
@ :: While she waits, she adjust her equipment about her and moves toward the crack, peering in.  Turning on her torch she shines it inside, then looks back out::  XO:  It is about three meters thick.
FCO Ens MacArthur says:
::Looks at the captain:: CO: Looks like we're all going back to the academy.
OPS Lt Pandora says:
::Looks around at the captain:: CO: Uh, no... They appear to work just like ours. All my commands seem to be accepted, it's just the visual lay-out that appears to be... Different... ::Shrugs, turning back to the console to try a trick::
 CO Capt Gomes says:
Amb: Have the probes been able to go through the barrier?
 CO Capt Gomes says:
FCO: Perhaps that's exactly what we have to do.
Amb Envoy Savar says:
CO: We have just lost contact with them as they passed the barrier.
XO Cmdr Maor says:
@ SO: Do a tachyon scan, see if you can detect anything cloaked in there.
SEC Barrett says:
@::reaches the shuttle and places his rifle against the side, he enters the shuttle and starts to rummage through the storage box:: Self: Batteries.....baaaatteries, ah ha. ::removes his backpack and takes two to be safe, puts his backpack on and exits the shuttle collecting his rifle on the way::
 CO Capt Gomes says:
::purses her lips:: CIV: Thank you Ambassador. We have to take the ship through it if we are to learn anything
FCO Ens MacArthur says:
::Console begins to flash and ping:: CO: Captain, I'm detecting devices around the system.
 CO Capt Gomes says:
FCO: What sort of devices?
FCO Ens MacArthur says:
CO: They each seem to be generating a field of some kind.
Amb Envoy Savar says:
CO: The barrier protects external objects from scanning inward; if the timeline has changed, our appearance outside the sensor barrier could have potential impacts that we cannot assess at this time.
 CO Capt Gomes says:
FCO: Like the sensor barrier ...
SEC Barrett says:
@::returns to the away team and takes a knee by the SO:: SO: I've got your batteries ma'am ::points at the backpack::
SO LtCmd Rose says:
@ :: Nods::  Sec:  Then lets go.  :: not waiting further, she slips into the crevice, slowly inching her way along, her light pointed ahead::
FCO Ens MacArthur says:
CO: Confirmed, captain. Just like the barrier, emitters that block incoming/outgoing communications.
OPS Lt Pandora says:
::Continues trying, though his attention now split between that task and the FCO's findings::
 CO Capt Gomes says:
CIV: While we are not from this time line, this ship is so it won't be that disturbing. But perhaps if we send a shuttle it will be less conspicuous
 CO Capt Gomes says:
*XO*: Are you making progress? Is the artifact really there?
Amb Envoy Savar says:
:: Lowers his voice ::  CO: As a reminder, in previous... encounters... a localized temporal wake was known to protect vessels and personnel from significant timeline shifts.
SO LtCmd Rose says:
@ :: As she comes through on the other side, she shivers in the coolness of what appears to be a large chamber.  Slowly she passes her light along the wall, looking for the device to open the door.::
SEC Barrett says:
@::moves to the crevice, he leads his rifle through first to avoid getting caught due to the extra bulk caused by his backpack and rifle::
XO Cmdr Maor says:
@ *CO*: We're still making progress on opening the doors, Captain. We should be able to get inside in the next few minutes.
 CO Capt Gomes says:
::responds, also in a low voice::  CIV: We are protected, but for some reason the Seleya was not. So I am convinced Starfleet still exists in this universe. We just don't know who they are.
SO LtCmd Rose says:
@ :: mumbling to herself::  Ahhh... there you are.
Amb Envoy Savar says:
:: Having made his points, he merely nods ::
SEC Barrett says:
@Self: Yikes it;s cold in here, ::he moves his light around, scanning the area with the beam::
XO Cmdr Maor says:
@ ::Watches the SO and the security officer disappear inside the cervix:: *OPS*: Maor to Lieutenant Pandora, do you still have a lock on the entire away team?
 CO Capt Gomes says:
OPS/FCO: Prepare to take a shuttle and go investigate this barrier. I suggest you go near one of these devices
SO LtCmd Rose says:
@ Sec:  Looks like the battery pack is not needed.  This is mechanical... probably done so in case of an emergency with no energy.  Now if it was not damaged during the earthquake.
 CO Capt Gomes says:
CIV: Do you care to go with the FCO and OPS? I think you can help them stay out of trouble.
Amb Envoy Savar says:
CO: Would it not be more appropriate to have me close by in the event the away team makes a significant discovery?
FCO Ens MacArthur says:
CO: Aye captain. ::Leaves his seat and heads towards the turbolift::
OPS Lt Pandora says:
*XO*: Pandora here, commander. I think... Yes, we still have a lock on all away team members... ::Double-checks just to be sure anyway::
 CO Capt Gomes says:
CIV: I will go make contact with the Artifact. I would prefer if you went to investigate this Universe. If we fail on the planet the crew will need you to make sense of this Universe.
SO LtCmd Rose says:
@ Sec:  This should be simple... right?  :: a touch of sarcasm in her voice as she pulls the lever slowly down... until it sticks.::  Darn... help please?
XO Cmdr Maor says:
@ *SO*: What is your status, Commander?
SEC Barrett says:
@::slings his rifle and moves to help the SO:: SO: On three?
SO LtCmd Rose says:
@ :: nods and pulls down on three::
FCO Ens MacArthur says:
::Over hearing the captain:: CO: Us cause trouble captain - never. ::gives a smile and awaits OPS and CIV::
 
@ ACTION:  There is a screech as mechanisms slightly out of alignment slide pass each other.  Slowly the large door opens.

 CO Capt Gomes says:
::smiles shortly at the FCO:: FCO: This is a very special situation, trust me, trouble will find you
OPS Lt Pandora says:
::Stands and nods at the CO, then follows the FCO off the bridge::
SO LtCmd Rose says:
@ ::slightly out of breath, she blinks at the incoming light.::  XO:  Uhhh... open?
Amb Envoy Savar says:
:: As he exits the Bridge, he wonders when he'll encounter a Commanding Officer that understands his purpose about their ship ::
SEC Barrett says:
@::readies his rifle::
FCO Ens MacArthur says:
Turbolift: Shuttlebay ::the doors close and lift goes on its way::
XO Cmdr Maor says:
@ ::Glances around:: SO: Nice job, Commander. Nice to see you're earning your pips. Anything on the sensors?
 CO Capt Gomes says:
*XO*: I am ready to beam to your location.
OPS Lt Pandora says:
::Stares at the doors in silence as the turbolift speeds down::
 
@ Scenery:  Light from the setting sun flows into the compound showing it to be exactly what it was, military.  There are vehicles and consoles, weapons and tunnels going inward as well as a couple of elevators placed to go downward.

XO Cmdr Maor says:
@ *CO*-: Understood, Captain. We're waiting at the entrance of the complex. ::Signals the rest of the team to hold their positions:: 
 CO Capt Gomes says:
::turns to the OPS that just replaced Pandora:: OPS: Prepare to beam me to the away team's location
SO LtCmd Rose says:
@ :: Turns and scans the area::  XO:  Same readings before, just a bit clearer.  It looks like the artifact is below is though.  :: looks at the elevators and frowns.::
XO Cmdr Maor says:
@ SO: Can you determine the layout of the complex yet?
SO LtCmd Rose says:
@ :: Hands him her tricorder where there is an outline of the base in general, showing tunnels and rooms.::
 CO Capt Gomes says:
OPS: Energize, and then, you have the bridge.
XO Cmdr Maor says:
@ ::Nods at the direction of the SO:: SO: Anything resembling a command center? 
aOPS Andersson says:
::Nods and presses the transporter's energize button::
FCO Ens MacArthur says:
::The doors swing open and MacArthur walks the short distance to the shuttlebay::
OPS Lt Pandora says:
::Steps through the doors, following MacArthur to the shuttlebay::
SO LtCmd Rose says:
@ :: looks at the padd::  XO:  If it were me... I would have it down at least one level.  :: Points::  Maybe this room?  It is a good size.  Of course it could also be the cafeteria.
XO Cmdr Maor says:
@ SO: Follow the energy readings, Commander. I doubt a Cafeteria will need that many.
SO LtCmd Rose says:
@ :: The energy reading is further down... :: points at the last room on the second floor.::
 
@ACTION:  The captain finds herself outside a large opening into a mountain.

XO Cmdr Maor says:
@ ::Notices the Captain near the entrance to the complex:: CO: Captain. ::Waves her closer::
SO LtCmd Rose says:
@  :: gives a slight shudder as she moves over to the elevators, snagging a glance at Barrett::
FCO Ens MacArthur says:
::The shuttlebay doors open, and there is a shuttle waiting to be launched:: CIV: After you ambassador.
CO Capt Gomes says:
@::walks towards the XO:: XO: Did you go in yet? 
SEC Barrett says:
@::follows the SO towards the Elevators::
Amb Envoy Savar says:
FCO: Very well.  :: Climbs aboard and takes a rear seat ::
XO Cmdr Maor says:
@ ::Glances around in wonder:: CO: We are "in". Captain.
OPS Lt Pandora says:
::Climbs aboard the shuttle and takes the co-pilot's right-hand seat::
SO LtCmd Rose says:
@ Sec:  No insult intended, but you get to be muscle man today.  I could hook up the batteries, but that would take longer.  You up for strong arming the door?
 CO Capt Gomes says:
::raises an eyebrow at him:: XO: Where is the artifact?
XO Cmdr Maor says:
@ ::Motions the SO and the SEC to lead the way:: SO, Sec: Let's head to the second level, our first priority is the safe return of the artifact.
FCO Ens MacArthur says:
OPS: Lieutenant ::allows OPS to go aboard first as he locks down the door.
XO Cmdr Maor says:
@ ::Motions the Captain forward:: CO: That's what we're trying to determine.
CO Capt Gomes says:
@::follows them:: XO: I was under the impression you were about to make contact.
SEC Barrett says:
@SO: I'll give it a try, ::slings his rifle and eyes up the door, he feels for a grip and starts to pull::
XO Cmdr Maor says:
@ CO: You can't rush perfection, Captain.
 
@ ACTION:  Barrett's arm muscles bulge but the soor slowly opens.  After a moment Rose steps in to add a bit.

FCO Ens MacArthur says:
::As he logs on to the shuttle systems, the name of the shuttle appears as always - except it wasn't cochrane:: OPS: Look st this - the shuttle's name - Shuttle Johnson?
 CO Capt Gomes says:
@XO: I could tell you what is in my mind, but the mission is too delicate. What do you make of this place ::points to the cave::
SO LtCmd Rose says:
@ Sec:  I have done my work out today.  :: looks down the shaft::  At least the elevator was kind enough not to be in the way.  ::sighs::  Ok, maybe we are not done for the day.
XO Cmdr Maor says:
@ CO: No idea, it seems like this complex was build for the artifact. As if this entire operation was planned for a few good years.
OPS Lt Pandora says:
::Frowns:: FCO: Odd... Do the controls at least appear comparable to ours?
XO Cmdr Maor says:
@ CO: Which raises another question, if they indeed worked on this plan for a good while what happened to them?
SO LtCmd Rose says:
@ :: smiles::  Sec:  You want to go first?
 CO Capt Gomes says:
@XO: Is there any indication why it was abandoned?
 CO Capt Gomes says:
@XO: I suspect they succeeded.
SEC Barrett says:
@::looks down the shaft and then at the away team:: SO: Not like I can pull rank huh? :smirks and slowly climbs into the shaft, aware of the extra weight and bulk caused by his kit::
FCO Ens MacArthur says:
OPS: It just looks like the helm controls on the bridge, which I can use to navigate at least.
XO Cmdr Maor says:
@ CO: Nothing yet, I was hoping we'd have the time to investigate their command center as soon as we'll be able to retrieve the artifact.
SO LtCmd Rose says:
@ :: follows down::  Sec:  Age before beauty, the gentlemanly thing to do... that kind of idea.
 CO Capt Gomes says:
@XO: What I find most disturbing is the lack of security in this place. How do they prevent others from undoing what they did?
FCO Ens MacArthur says:
Computer: Computer, activate engines and open shuttle bay doors. ::engines engage and doors open::
 
ACTION:  The shuttle bay doors slide open onto space.
 
CO Capt Gomes says:
@XO: Shall we? ::heads down after the SO::
Amb Envoy Savar says:
:: Settles back in his chair ::  FCO/OPS: Coordinates are locked?
OPS Lt Pandora says:
::Looks at the system status displays, at least this lay-out isn't very different from what he was used to from shuttlecraft::
XO Cmdr Maor says:
@ CO: Lack of apparent security, you mean. For all we know we're being tracked now.
SO LtCmd Rose says:
@:: Pauses just above Barrett as he stops, shining her light on the closed door::  Sec:  You are on your own for that one.
SEC Barrett says:
@::reaches the bottom and looks at the doors:: Self: Here we go again ::starts to pry the doors open::
 CO Capt Gomes says:
@::looks up:: XO: That's a cheerful thought. 
FCO Ens MacArthur says:
::Engages thrusts and leaves the bay:: OPS: It's bugging me this Johnson thing i think it might be worth asking the computer to give us some idea of the changes?
SEC Barrett says:
@::gets them open enough to squeeze in, presses his back against the door and pushes back::
 
@ACTION:  Due to leverage, the doors are harder to open, but they soon slowly slide back into the walls.

OPS Lt Pandora says:
FCO: Perhaps... Though how would this computer know what appears different to what we were used to? Chances are, it doesn't know better than that this is the standard..
XO Cmdr Maor says:
@ CO: At least they're having fun. ::Gestures at the direction of the SO and the security officer::

ACTION:  The shuttle slips outward into space and to the closest reading of the device creating the barrier.

FCO Ens MacArthur says:
OPS: But it's to find out who this Johnson character is - you never know the computer might highlight information we can connect with?
SEC Barrett says:
@::turns away from the SO and silently curses about how tough that was, then quickly turns around standing straight:: SO: Piece of cake
FCO Ens MacArthur says:
::Brings the shuttle in line to intercept the closest device::
 CO Capt Gomes says:
@::reaches the bottom and stands behind the SO and Sec:: XO: Ah...the joys of youth.
SO LtCmd Rose says:
@ :: Follows down and into the next level, shining her light around.::  Eerie.
 CO Capt Gomes says:
@::continues going down following the other officers::
XO Cmdr Maor says:
@ ::Follows the CO::
SO LtCmd Rose says:
@ :: shines her light toward the last room::  Sec:  That is our destination.
SEC Barrett says:
@::nods and unslings his rifle. He takes the lead::
OPS Lt Pandora says:
::Nods, understanding:: FCO: Good idea... Give me a second, I'll try to pull the name from our database... ::Taps the console, connecting with the ship's computer, starting a search for the shuttlecraft's namesake::
SO LtCmd Rose says:
@ :: As they walk down the hall, she shines her light on the doors.::  Sec:  Looks like we will need your battery... or you could always just blast a hole through them.
XO Cmdr Maor says:
@ SO: Can you determine any temporal distortions?
 CO Capt Gomes says:
@::arrives near the door:: All: Looks like we are close now.
SO LtCmd Rose says:
@ :: looks behind her::  XO:  All around us; moving outward from that area.  Week and irregular.
XO Cmdr Maor says:
@ CO, SO: Do you think it might be possible the artifact is damaged somehow?
SEC Barrett says:
@::reaches the door, takes a quick look around and places his rifle down.:: SO: One battery coming up. ::he removes his backpack::
SO LtCmd Rose says:
@ XO:  As I do not know what it was before... :: shrugs::  but it could be possible.  The ambassador might know more.
 CO Capt Gomes says:
@All: Lets open the door and find out.
SO LtCmd Rose says:
@:: Kind of liked the idea of just shooting through the door, but opens up a small kit and begins to open the small panel to attach the battery.::
 
@ACTION:  Soon the door is opening into a room lit only by the faint light fading in and out of a large artifact near the back wall.

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