USS Seleya Mission Transcript 11101.30
Mission Number 625
The Last Ones:  Decisions and Choices III

	DRAMATIS PERSONAE
	Lilia Perfeito as Captain Alexandra Margarida Gomes (CO – Commanding Officer)
	Eldad Ben-Tovim as Commander Maor (XO – First Officer)
Christopher Dickinson as Savar William Dickinson (AMB – Ambassador)
	Peter Keegan as Ensign Jake McKnight (CEO – Chief Engineering Officer)
	Mike Hiles as Lieutenant Commander Max Heller (CTO – Chief Tactical Officer)
Frank MacArthur as Ensign Frank MacArthur (FCO - Flight Command Officer) 
	JR Klein as Lieutenant Junior Grade Truus Warda (TO-Tactical Officer)
Karriaunna Scotti as Lt Brianna Rose (SO – Science Officer)npc Ta’hal
	
	Time lapse:  2 days

Ship Manager
	Karriaunna Scotti

Last time on the Seleya:

Dinner and meeting over, each group has their orders for the night.  By day they are citizens of the city of Ku-li t'Palass (Valley of Rivers) but in the evening they are federation officers trying to prevent history from being altered in their time and place.

Two weeks remain before the time the Udanians should arrive.  In two weeks, the Khau will be celebrating his 100th birthday.  The ambassador, having found an acquaintance in one of the royal family has been invited with the unwritten that a guest may join him.  Maor works at getting more invites to this highly protected but high profile event.

The CEO prepares along with the TO to meet up with the expansionists at midnight while the CTO and SO make their way into the hills to ascertain which of the two sites that have been narrowed down will be the entry way of the Udundians.  It is half an hour before midnight.

Captain's log, Stardate 11101.30. We are slowly making progress in putting the time line back in its place. The immediate challenge is to infiltrate the expansionists.

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CO Capt Gomes says:
::Still sitting at the dinner table, reading::
SO Lt Rose says:
#:: One moon hanging above and the other soon to join it, they almost did not need the headlights of the vehicle.  She glances over at Heller.::  CTO:  We should be there soon.
CTO Lt Cmdr Heller says:
#::Looks up from the padd he'd been studying and looks outside::  SO:  Good timing with the second moon up soon should make it easier to study the terrain.
XO Cmdr Maor says:
*CIV*: Maor to Savar.
TO LtJG Truus says:
::Sitting with the CEO in the house::
Amb Envoy Savar says:
*XO*: Commander?
SO Lt Rose says:
#::Nods, as they arrive at the edge of the hill that will take them down into a ravine.  She takes another deep breath of the area, ignoring the dust they are stirring up.::  CTO:  I smell water.  At a guess we will be crossing another stream below.
XO Cmdr Maor says:
*CIV*: What is your location, Ambassador Envoy? I require your help.
CEO Ens McKnight says:
::Pacing the common room, reading over some data on a padd:: TO: So, describe to me again what this place we're going to looks like?
FCO Ens MacArthur says:
::With the TO and CEO in the common room, looking and awaiting a response from the TO::
TO LtJG Truus says:
CEO: The temple. You know of it, right? 
Amb Envoy Savar says:
*XO* I am nearby.  What do you require?
CTO Lt Cmdr Heller says:
#SO:  Yes there should be decent stream ahead, a little deep but passable.
CO Capt Gomes says:
::Stays in her corner of the table, reading, but she is also listening to the CEO::
XO Cmdr Maor says:
*CIV*: I'd be interested to hear if you any suggestions as to how we should handle the army should we choose a more diplomatic approach.
CEO Ens McKnight says:
TO: I'm more interested in entrances and exit points, which is best for me to get in and out in a hurry if things go bad
CO Capt Gomes says:
::Glances at the TO, wondering how much tactical homework he did::
Amb Envoy Savar says:
*XO*: Would you like to speak in person?
XO Cmdr Maor says:
*CIV*: I would prefer it, yes.
TO LtJG Truus says:
::Nods a bit:: CEO: There are two entrances on the ground level, but the meeting will be in the basement. There are some old tunnels down there; if you need to escape, maybe you could use those.
SO Lt Rose says:
# ::Keeping the depth in mind, she takes the vehicle across the stream, glancing at the sides as the lights reflected off them.::  CTO:  I don't suppose we could create some major storms here?  If the ravines were hard to cross... ::she shrugs at the probability, but it would help.::
Amb Envoy Savar says:
*XO*: Where shall we meet, Commander?
CEO Ens McKnight says:
::checks the time:: TO/FCO: Maybe we should head out now, if we get there early we may be able to sneak a scan of the lay out.
XO Cmdr Maor says:
*CIV*: Basement, five minutes. ::Makes his way toward the basement and their main computer system::
TO LtJG Truus says:
CEO: How will we do it? You go in, McArthur and I keep our distance?
CEO Ens McKnight says:
TO: As much as I hate this, I suppose the 3 of us would draw more attention then 1 so yes, I'll go in alone.
CTO Lt Cmdr Heller says:
#SO:  I'm not sure I could pull that off there may be a dam of some sort farther upstream we could blow.
FCO Ens MacArthur says:
CEO:  You know you like it ::Smiles::
CO Capt Gomes says:
::Clears her throat:: CEO: I may be able to help on that.
TO LtJG Truus says:
::Hesitates:: CEO: Actually... I should come with you. Th'hal will be expecting me. My disguise is ... suspicious though. To say the least.
Amb Envoy Savar says:
::At the appointed time, Savar walks the steps into the basement of their home, and sees Maor sitting there ::
CEO Ens McKnight says:
::Snaps his finger:: TO: Right I forgot, your contact...::hears the CO:: CO: Captain?
CO Capt Gomes says:
CEO: I am a respectable priest. I can take guests to visit a temple. If you think it will help.
TO LtJG Truus says:
CO: I'm not sure, they might want me to come alone... 
SO Lt Rose says:
#CTO:  Something to look at.  ::Out of the water, they begin to make a steep incline out of the ravine and up onto plateau.::  CTO:  Just ahead, where the mountain looks like it was folded.  Is that it?
CO Capt Gomes says:
TO/CEO: It was just a thought
TO LtJG Truus says:
CEO: Can you use that holoprojector of yours to make me look less like ... me? ::chuckles::
CEO Ens McKnight says:
TO: But doesn't the temple work like a church? I mean will there be any other people around other then the group meeting in the basement? After all the whole reason for meeting in the basement is to keep it secret right?
CTO Lt Cmdr Heller says:
#SO:  And of course it depends on whether or not this is our location,  ::Looks at the area ahead.::  Yes I believe that is it, the fold hides it well from the surrounding area.
XO Cmdr Maor says:
::Glances up at the direction of the arriving CIV:: CIV: Ambassador Envoy. I was hoping you'd have some insight as to how we may be able to discourage the advancing army from carrying out their plan.
CEO Ens McKnight says:
TO: It's not portable.
Amb Envoy Savar says:
:: Steeples his fingers ::  XO: If the attackers were Vulcanoid, simply explaining to them the illogic of their actions and further, the consequences of those actions, would be sufficient.  I suppose that would not be the case here.
TO LtJG Truus says:
::Sighs:: CEO: Alright. Well, I'm a little wary of this, but we should go together. I'll tell him you're a close friend. The floor plans are in my PADD, consult them before we get started.
TO LtJG Truus says:
::Looks at the FCO:: FCO: You'll take us there and keep a lookout. Be ready to pick us up and run if something goes wrong.
SO Lt Rose says:
# ::Gunning the engine a bit, she takes them to the base of the mountain and brings the vehicle to a stop.::  CTO:  How far away is the other one?
XO Cmdr Maor says:
::Nods in agreement:: CIV: Indeed. 

CEO Ens McKnight says:
TO: OK, so we have a plan, we best get moving.
TO LtJG Truus says:
CEO: Agreed. ::motions to the MacArthur:: FCO: After you.
FCO Ens MacArthur says:
::Nods in agreement::
Amb Envoy Savar says:
XO:  The Udundians are motivated by both revenge and a desire to be left alone.  We may be able to offer them resettlement, or protection.
CO Capt Gomes says:
CEO/FCO/TO: Good Luck.
CTO Lt Cmdr Heller says:
#SO:  A few kilometers to the west,  ::Points off in that direction::  Just to the other side of the hill over there, there is a back road from this area, a bit of a rough ride but quicker access than going back and taking the other fork in the road.
TO LtJG Truus says:
CO: Thanks Captain. With any luck we'll be back soon.
CO Capt Gomes says:
::Nods curtly::
FCO Ens MacArthur says:
CO: Thanks captain.
XO Cmdr Maor says:
CIV: In the name of the government? Won't they find out it was a ruse? Don't forget we have no backup here, we can't make promises here.
SO Lt Rose says:
#::Shutting the engine down, she reaches in the back for her pack and climbs out.::
TO LtJG Truus says:
::Quickly gets his disguise on:: FCO/CEO: Let's go. ::makes his way outside to the car::
FCO Ens MacArthur says:
::Makes way towards car::
CEO Ens McKnight says:
::Follows the TO and FCO to the car::
CTO Lt Cmdr Heller says:
#::Grabs his bag from the back and exits the truck.::  SO:  How hard do you think it would be to get a hold of a decent amount of benzene, gasoline, and polystyrene?
Amb Envoy Savar says:
XO: We are still Starfleet officers, and represent a galactic federation.
TO LtJG Truus says:
FCO: Take the wheel. McKnight and I will be in the back. ::Climbs in::
FCO Ens MacArthur says:
::Opens driver side door and starts the engine::
CEO Ens McKnight says:
::Gets into the car::
FCO Ens MacArthur says:
::Closes door:: CEO/TO: Let's roll
XO Cmdr Maor says:
CIV: And should they refuse our offer?
TO LtJG Truus says:
@CEO: I hope you're not half as nervous as I am. ::Laughs::
FCO Ens MacArthur says:
@::Drives off:: TO: What at? The mission or my driving? ::Smiles::
SO Lt Rose says:
#CTO:  Depends on if they use it for anything.  If not, it is possible to make our own.  :: Using the moonlight, carefully makes her way into the culd-sac area.::  Looks to be mostly limestone.  There is a good chance there are caves here about.
TO LtJG Truus says:
@FCO: The mission, Ensign. As far as your driving - this is a crazy mission, so drive like crazy.
FCO Ens MacArthur says:
@::Realizes the TO doesn't get his sense of humor he pushes harder on the pedal::
CTO Lt Cmdr Heller says:
#SO:  We will have to see if we can get a hold of some as a last resort, it’s not an option I want to use at first but it's an option.  ::Moves carefully deeper into the area looking around::
Amb Envoy Savar says:
XO: It is always a possibility.  If they cannot be reasoned with, diplomacy may not be an option.
XO Cmdr Maor says:
::Nods in understanding:: *CO*: Maor to Gomes.
CO Capt Gomes says:
::Taps the badge on the table::*XO*: Go ahead Maor
SO Lt Rose says:
# CTO:  Besides the areas looking very much alike, was there anything specific you noted we should be looking for?
XO Cmdr Maor says:
*CO*: Are we still scheduled for the nighttime meeting, Captain? I believe I saw a few of the crew leave the house earlier.
TO LtJG Truus says:
@::Looks over at the CEO:: CEO: You're very quiet.
CO Capt Gomes says:
*XO*: The CEO had to go recognize the meeting place, which will also happen during the night.
CEO Ens McKnight says:
@::Reading the TO's padd:: TO: I'm going over the floor plans you have.
XO Cmdr Maor says:
CIV: Which reminds me. ::Removes a few items from his shirt pocket:: More invites. ::Hands it to the CIV:: Should you require them.

@Scenery:  The temple is between two other large buildings, almost dwarfed by them.  There is a look of neglect to the ancient building, one of the first temples built.  All is dark and quiet around it.

CTO Lt Cmdr Heller says:
#SO:  It's hard to get great details from the images we have from the guardian but I've noted some specific clumps of trees and rock formations that I hope will help us narrow it down.  ::Shows Rose his padd with the highlighted key sections::  The trees look to be still changing color so it makes matching them a bit harder.
Amb Envoy Savar says:
::Takes them with a nod ::
FCO Ens MacArthur says:
@CEO/TO: This looks like it.
TO LtJG Truus says:
@FCO: Yep. Find someplace to park and keep the engine running. ::looks at McKnight:: CEO: Come with me.
XO Cmdr Maor says:
CIV: I guess we're done. Anything else you think I should know before we head up?
SO Lt Rose says:
# ::Looking it over, having a gist of an idea what he is looking at, she moves toward a slightly elevated area of ground and looks around.::  CTO:  Those trees suggest an area where water pools.
FCO Ens MacArthur says:
@TO: Aye. ::Lets the CEO/TO leave. Sees a dark lane near one of the larger building and reverses, turning off the lights::
CEO Ens McKnight says:
@::Exits the car and follows the TO::
Amb Envoy Savar says:
XO: I cannot think of anything, Commander.
TO LtJG Truus says:
@::Looks around, but can't see much in the dark. Whispers to the CEO:: CEO: Good place for an ambush. Keep your eyes open. ::walks briskly toward the temple::
XO Cmd Maor says:
CIV: You work on that then. ::Moves toward the exit from the basement::
CTO Lt Cmdr Heller says:
#SO:  Good chance, I didn't see any water pools in the images but guess that doesn't mean they weren't there.  ::Searches around looking for specific rock formations.::
Amb Envoy Savar says:
::Departs as well ::
SO Lt Rose says:
# CTO:  Hmmm... over there are some trees.  :: moves down and heads toward them.::
FCO Ens MacArthur says:
@::Taps his fingers on the wheel, while he waits::
TO LtJG Truus says:
@::Enters the temple and begins his descent to the basement, CEO in tow::

@ Scenery:  There is a feeling of time surrounding the old temple.  The grounds appear to be the only thing kept.  The vegetation is old.  Vines climb up columns.  The entry way has no doors.  The moon crests a building and shines down through the entry way, showing a simple room.

CEO Ens McKnight says:
@::takes in his surroundings as he follows the TO::
SO Lt Rose says:
#::Smelling wet soil, she pauses to listen for water.::  CTO:  Looking more and more like your spot?

@ ACTION:  A howl is heard loudly by the FCO.  Suddenly something lands next to him.

CTO Lt Cmdr Heller says:
#::Sees a couple rock formations off to his right::  SO:  Its defiantly looking like it, see those two rock formations there, they look almost identical to the ones in these images.  ::Holds up his padd indicating the formations they are looking at.::
TO LtJG Truus says:
@::Reaches the basement door and exhales:: CEO: Let's pray this works. ::knocks on the door::
SO Lt Rose says:
#::Returns to his side and looking it over nods.::  CTO:  OK... then somewhere nearby, we should be able to find a cave entrance.
FCO Ens MacArthur says:
@::Jumps and pulls a phaser and points it out the window, slowly opens the door, only to see what looks like a large cat::
CTO Lt Cmdr Heller says:
#SO:  I agree, I would suspect it should be this direction.  ::Points and heads in the direction off to their right::

@ACTION:  The door slowly opens and a familiar face looks out.  Cautiously it looks over the two men waiting.  After a moment, he opens the door.

FCO Ens MacArthur says:
@ To self: Wouldn't want that for a pet. ::Realizing nothing is wrong he smiles, shakes his head and closes the door::
SO Lt Rose says:
# ::Nodding, she pulls out her light and begins to use it, as she walks closer and into the mountains shadow.::
TO LtJG Truus says:
@::bows slightly:: Ta'hal: Hello again. I hope you don't mind that I brought a friend.
FCO Ens MacArthur says:
@:: Looking through the window he sees it approach and reopens the door:: To self: Must be something it likes?

Ta`hal says:
::Nods and steps back slightly, enough to allow them entrance.  As soon as they pass him, he looks out and around.  Seeing it empty and quiet, he closes the door.::  TO:  I was beginning to wonder if you would come.  Who is your companion?
CTO Lt Cmdr_Heller says:
#::Pauses for a moment and pulls a high powered spotlight from his pack and switches it on.::
FCO Ens MacArthur says:
@::Looking in the glove compartment he finds some biscuits and breaks them up and offers it to the feline::
SO Lt Rose says:
#::Climbing over a few rocks, she then makes her way around a tree, heading deeper and deeper into the shadows.::  CTO:  That almost lights up the area.  ::She smiles, searching for more darkness.::
CEO Ens McKnight says:
@Ta'hal: Greetings, I am Surak.
TO LtJG Truus says:
@::allows the CEO to introduce himself:: Ta'hal: He is also interested in ... off-world ventures.
CTO Lt Cmdr Heller says:
#::Smiles:: SO:  No sense in us breaking our ankles on a rock or pit that we can't spot with our standard handheld flashlights.  Should be far enough away from town for it to go unnoticed.
Ta`hal says:
@::Nods and looks the man over cautiously, then with a nod, turns and points toward where others were gathered.::
TO LtJG Truus says:
@::Steps inside, still nervous but ready as he'll ever be::
CTO Lt Cmdr Heller says:
#::Spots a dark section in the mountainside and directs his spotlight to at it.::  SO:  I think that’s our cave entrance.

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