Host Cheryl says:
Summary: Starfleet command has heard rumblings that the Avalon crew has been enjoying the easy life on Avalon Station.
Host Cheryl says:
Tonight, Avalon Station crew is ordered out to take the Victoria out of the station, enroute to a survival training mission on planet Xanadu
Host Cheryl says:
Xanadu, according to Starfleet records, is an uninhabited planet, 72% covered with desertlike terrain
Host Cheryl says:
Once in orbit at Xanadu, all crew is ordered to beam to the surface for a 72-hour training mission.
Host Cheryl says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<Begin Avalon Mission: Survival of the Fittest>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
Host CO_Hebert says:
:: presses a button on his chair panel setting a computer reminder to announce ::
CEO_MacLeod says:
::in quarters, grabs his field pack and heads out the door for the hanger deck::
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Sits in his office with his patient.:: Patient: So.. ::Thinks and analyzes his charts.:: I'll recommend that you have a few weeks of.  For mental relaxation.  ::Sends the orders.:: You are hereby relieved of duties. ::Gets up with a reassuring smile.:: Have a  nice day.
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
<Patient> ::Looks at the CNS like he's totally crazy shaking his head.  Nods and exits.:: Self:  Why did I ever see that counselor? ::Sighs deeply.:: Now I've been relieved of duty!  And for what? ::Gets a big angry.:: Just talking to myself? Geez! ::Realizes his doing it again and blushes then heads to his quarters.::
OPS_Avaj says:
:: Making his way to the shuttle, gear in hand.::
AXO_Kriss says:
::prepares herself for the upcoming training.::
CEO_MacLeod says:
::walks into a TL::  TL:  Victoria!
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
::Breathing liquidly, carrying his science kit to his destination::
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Hears the patient as the doors close and monitors what he's saying, logging it into his records.:: Self: I don't know if there's hope for him! ::Shakes his head and then finishes his logging.  Then checks his duty.:: Self: Good!  No one to relieve of duty... ::Sighs with relief.:: For once! ::Heads out of his office.::
OPS_Avaj says:
:: Exits the TL and enters the Victoria.::
TO_Davis says:
::gathers up phaser and other equip and heads for the Victoria::
Host CO_Hebert says:
<Computer>  This is a reminder that all senior staff should be aboard the USS Victoria at 1800 hours.  The time is 1757.  Repeat... all senior staff should be aboard the USS Victoria for departure at 1800 hours.
CTO_Ernest says:
::Just arrived on the Victoria::
CEO_MacLeod says:
::reaches the hanger deck, exits TL, walks through the boarding tube to the Vic.::
Host CO_Hebert says:
:: upon hearing the announcement he nods to a nearby LT. and heads towards the Victoria via a TL ::
OPS_Avaj says:
:: Takes his station.::
AXO_Kriss says:
::exits sickbay and heads to the nearest TL, enters::     Victoria
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Sighs:: Self: Oh..  Shoot!  How could I forget. ::Quickly enters his quarters and grabs his equipment and stuff.  Heads to the Victoria with a smile.::
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
::Hates missions where he has to endure space travel, but realizes that he did want to see the Universe when he joined Starfleet.  Breathes a very deep wet wheeze, as he walks through the airlock onto the Victoria::
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Heads from station OPS to the Victoria::
CTO_Ernest says:
::At the Tactical Console on the bridge of the Constellation Class Starship, begins inputting his codes to get access to the console::
AXO_Kriss says:
::exits tl, gear in hand, and walks to the Victoria.::
CEO_MacLeod says:
::scoots down to the bowels of the ship, walks into the engine room, drops his pack into a locker, and walks over to the master control console::
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
Self: Well at least this is better than watching ships dock and depart all day. ::Approaches the Victoria's docking port::
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Enters the Victoria with a smile and nod to some of the junior officers, wonders why they all seem to back away from him.  Then shakes his head and continues to the TL.:: TL: Counselors quarters. ::Hums a tune while waiting.::
TO_Davis says:
::enters the Victoria::
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
::Makes his way to the bridge, nodding to a few officers as he passes.  He still feels out of place being the only Benzite Starfleet Officer in the sector::
CEO_MacLeod says:
::checks power allocation settings, begins power up sequence::
Host CO_Hebert says:
:: gets off on the bridge of the USS Victoria and walks towards his center seat ::
OPS_Avaj says:
:: Begins checking in crew as they enter the shuttle.::
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Enters his quarters and arranges his belongings.  Then gathers his equipment and heads to his office.  Then checks his duty roster and smiles.:: Self: Okay.  Lets check in on Sick Bay.  Maybe I can help out there.  ::Exits his office and quickly appears in Sick Bay.::
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Enters the docking port and heads for the bridge::
CEO_MacLeod says:
*Bridge*:  Bridge, engineering, power up is complete, all systems are online
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
<MO Doc> ::Smiles.:: CNS: Hello Counselor!  Good to see you. ::Turns back to the patient she's working on and smiles as she injects him with a probe.::
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Enters TL::
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
TL: Bridge.
CTO_Ernest says:
ALL: Captain on the Bridge.
AXO_Kriss says:
::steps aboard the Victoria and heads towards the bridge.  Makes a quick stop at sickbay to drop off some of her gear.  Takes the rest with her to the bridge.::
TO_Davis says:
FCO_Lt_McCraney: Hold that lift!!!
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
::Enters the Bridge, nods to the CO and takes his post at the ancient console::
Host CO_Hebert says:
all: As you were.  Are we ready to depart?
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
MO: Hello.  Good to see you too Doc. ::Smiles.::  So how's your patient coming along? ::Grins and looks down at him as he cringes in agony.::
TO_Davis says:
::runs into the TL::
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
<MO Doc> ::Smiles and then  removes the probe.:: CNS: Pretty good.  He'll be up and about in about a month. ::Puts the probe away.::
Host CO_Hebert says:
FCO:  Prepare thrusters.
OPS: Get us clearance from the station.
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::TL arrives on the bridge. Exits TL::
OPS_Avaj says:
CO: Aye, Captain.
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
MO: Okay.  ::Sighs.:: Well.. I better get up to the bridge.  Take care. ::Waves as he exits the Sick Bay and the doors close.::
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Heads for the Conn.:: CO: Aye aye Captain.
TO_Davis says:
::misses the TL:: Darnit... I guess he didn't hear me.
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
Herbert: Yes Captain.
TO_Davis says:
::enters TL:: BRIDGE
OPS_Avaj says:
:: Requests permission to leave doc.::
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Sits at conn and preps thrusters::
AXO_Kriss says:
::finally reaches the bridge, stores her gear and takes her position.::
OPS_Avaj says:
CO: We are clear for departure.
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
CO: Thrusters ready sir.
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
::Breathes liquidly as the ship prepares to leave.  He presses a few of the old jewel like controls to activate sensors::
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
<MO Doc> ::Her hand slips as she's handling a scapula.  It falls and cuts the patient’s hand.  She quickly bandages the patient and then puts the surgical gear away.::
Host CO_Hebert says:
OPS: Understood...
FCO:  Lieutenant.  10 seconds for Starboard Gates.  Take us out.
TO_Davis says:
::enters bridge and heads for one of the secondary operations stations:: ::logs on::
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Enters the bridge with a smile as he holds his PADD, he scans the crew and makes notes.::
CEO_MacLeod says:
::leans back in his chair, cues up some celtic music to play in the engine room::
TO_Davis says:
::pulls up list of security details, and runs routine internal scan::
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Slowly but with authority walks to each and every station, looking at the personnel and what their doing.  Constantly looks to them with a slight frown and makes notes on his PADD.::
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
CO: Gates away sir. Taking us out.
Host CO_Hebert says:
FCO: Set a course once clear of the stations immediate parimeter for the planet Xanadu.  Warp 6.
CEO_MacLeod says:
::gets a warning light on an impulse purge valve, bypasses it, no biggie::
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Engages thrusters and takes the Victoria out::
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Finishes up and heads to his station, next to the Captain.:: CO: Hello.  ::Makes a note and then sets his PADD down.  Then looks at the view screen with a smile.::
OPS_Avaj says:
:: Recalculates power distribution for warp 6.::
CTO_Ernest says:
::Scans the nearby spacelanes to make sure the area is clear of anything unusual::
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
::Sighs at the inadequacy of the ship's sensors::
Host CO_Hebert says:
:: nods to the CNS ::  CNS: Evening.  Let's hope this will be quite routine, eh?
Host Cheryl says:
Action: The Victoria moves smoothly away from the station, a flawless launch, with smooth piloting by that efficient FCO McCraney
CEO_MacLeod says:
::watches the power allocation board change to favor the warp drive::
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Lays in coarse for Xanadu:: CO: Coarse laid in sir. Warp 6 on your mark.
CEO_MacLeod says:
SELF:  And away we go.
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Hears the CSO's sigh and quickly makes a mental note while looking at the CSO.  Then turns to the Captain.:: CO: Yes.  Let's hope.  But.. Sometimes its hopeless. ::Giggles.::
Host CO_Hebert says:
FCO:  Engage!  :: points at the viewscreen ::
FCO_Lt_McCraney ::Engages warp drive:: (Warp.wav)
OPS_Avaj says:
:: Monitors power distribution.::
CEO_MacLeod says:
::feels a shudder in the deck plates::
Host CO_Hebert says:
FCO: ETA at current speed, Mr. Macranny?
CEO_MacLeod says:
::checks intermix and warp field stability::
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Brings up the internal sensors and scanners.  Then checks up on what the Chief Engineer is doing with a visual scan.  Takes his PADD and makes notes as he raises his nose up in the air.::
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
CO: ETA 4 hours 37 minutes Captain.
Host CO_Hebert says:
FCO: Understood, continue on course and speed.
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
CO: Steady as she goes Skipper.
Host Cheryl says:
ACTION: Under the smooth sailing of the Avalon crew, the journey passes quickly, and the Victoria arrives at the designated coordinates
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Looks over the crew's evaluations.  Then sighs as he sees that everyone has had their evaluations done.  Sighs..:: Self: Well... It'll be another few months.  ::Watches what the CEO is doing.::
CTO_Ernest says:
::Scans the area::
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
CO: Approaching Xanadu sir.
Host CO_Hebert says:
:: after sipping on his coffee a beep goes off near the CONN ::
OPS_Avaj says:
:: Redistributes power for impulse engines.::
Host CO_Hebert says:
FCO: Understood... Impulse speed.
Host CO_Hebert says:
CSO:  Scans of the system and the planet... anything important?
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
CO: Aye sir. Enter standard orbit once in range?
CEO_MacLeod says:
::watches power allocation switch to sub-light tolerance::
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Sighs yet again as he has nothing to do.  Turns to the Captain.:: CO: Shall I head to Sick Bay sir?
Host CO_Hebert says:
FCO: Yes, go for standard orbit once in range.
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Brings the Victoria into standard orbit::
CEO_MacLeod says:
::manually redistributes warp power to the internal power grid::
Host CO_Hebert says:
CNS:  Once we are in orbit, we are all going down to the planet...  so it's your desecration.  But listen to the comm.
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
::Breathes in sharply, and cocks his head to the side as he tries to make sense of the fuzzy readings::
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
CO: Aye sir.  I'll make sure its a quick visit. ::Quickly gets up and suddenly appears in Sick Bay.::
CEO_MacLeod says:
::begins loading ship wide automation protocols in preparation for the training exercise::
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
CO: We're in geosyncronis orbit sir.
OPS_Avaj says:
:: Prepares equipment for crews eventual stay on the planet.::
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Walks around and talks with the medical staff.  Making sure that everything is in order.  Then quickly makes his way back to the bridge.::
Host CO_Hebert says:
FCO: Understood.
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
Herbert:  Captain, I'm getting readings that indicate a dimensional anomaly on the planet.  However readings are very unreliable.
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Hands off the ship to Lt. JG Montrose::
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Sits in his chair again.:: CO: See how quick that was?   Everything is in order down there sir. ::Taps at his PADD making a last note.::
Host CO_Hebert says:
*Ship Wide*  To all Senior Staff, please report to Transporter Room 2 for immediate beam down to the surface.  Training gear as supplies.
Host CO_Hebert says:
CSO:  Understood, that must be our beam down point, or near that even.
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Knew the Captain would say that. Heads for TR 2::
CTO_Ernest says:
::Locks out console, signals for whatever junior officer should replace him ... and heads for the turbolift, grabbing his training satchel from the ground nearby where he placed it::
OPS_Avaj says:
:: Nods at the Captain and departs for the Transporter room.::
CEO_MacLeod says:
::sets automation control after last beam out, takes his field pack from equipment locker and heads for TR 2::
Host CO_Hebert says:
:: stands and tells an ensign to have his equipment ready for him in the transporter room ::
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
Hebert: Pardon sir, why would we beam into a dimensional anomaly.  The Consequences could be dire.
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Gets up and heads to Transporter Room 2.  Grabs a medkit and phaser and steps to the pads.::
Host CO_Hebert says:
CSO:  Not into it... but chances are we are going to be near it.
AXO_Kriss says:
::gets up from her  position, grabs the previously stored gear and heads to TR 2.::
CTO_Ernest says:
::Stops in his tracks:: CO: And that is safe, sir?
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
Hebert: I suggest we re-evaluate our beamdown coordinates sir.
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Paces on the pads wondering when everyone else is going to show up.::
AXO_Kriss says:
::arrives in TR 2::
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Enters TR 2 and grabs his "special" equipment bag with all kinds of goodies and arsenal::
CEO_MacLeod says:
::treks up the decks to TR 2, walks into the room::
Host CO_Hebert says:
CSO:  I think in your field of study, you would be moved to study something at this close of range...
CTO_Ernest says:
::Shrugs, and follows along::
OPS_Avaj says:
:: Once in TR 2 he gives orders to the on duty personnel to beam crew to prearranged coordinates.::
AXO_Kriss says:
::nods to those who have arrived.::
CEO_MacLeod says:
::steps over to AXO::  Kriss, you ready for this?
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Takes his position on the transporter pad and smiles at those who've come in.::
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
Hebert: My field of study is science, not wholesale suicide sir.
Host CO_Hebert says:
CTO:  Nope, we are beaming down at the location Starfleet provided.
:: gets off the Turbolift and enters the TR :
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Steps on the transporter pad::
AXO_Kriss says:
CEO: I wonder what they have planned for us this time.
CEO_MacLeod says:
AXO:  You know it's going to be interesting.
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
Hebert: Even though the anomalies have vanished, I would recommend not going near them, sir.
AXO_Kriss says:
CEO: as always.
OPS_Avaj says:
:: Nods at the Captain.:: CO: We are ready to beam down, sir.
CTO_Ernest says:
CO: Sir, may I point out that I don't think Command actually knew there was a dimensional anomaly down there?
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Reads everyone’s conditions by their body movements, their tone of voice, by everything that his counseling abilities has taught him.  Makes more mental notes on the crews connotations.::
CEO_MacLeod says:
::smiles, and steps over to the transporter console, looks over the beam down coordinates::
Host CO_Hebert says:
OPS: Understood...  Handle the beam down to the coords. already preset in the transporter.
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Looks at everyone:: All: Lets rock and roll.
AXO_Kriss says:
::steps onto the transporter pad.::
OPS_Avaj says:
CO: Aye, sir.
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
::Follows the crew::
Host CO_Hebert says:
:: standing holding his equipment ::
OPS: Don't forget to beam yourself also.
CTO_Ernest says:
::Steps onto the transporter pad, and mumbles:: And the public wonders why we always get into trouble ...
Host CO_Hebert says:
OPS:  :: looks around ::
Energize.
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
::Breaths liquidly at the assembled group::
OPS_Avaj says:
:: Glances at the CO.:: CO: How could I possibly do that, sir.?
OPS_Avaj says:
:: beams the crew to the surface.::
Host CO_Hebert says:
:: raises an eyebrow as the beaming effect takes place ::
Host CO_Hebert (Transporter.wav)
Host Cheryl says:
ACTION: The crew materializes on the surface of Xanadu, surrounded by sand dunes, and huge barren rocks, exactly what you'd expect from the barren desert world described in Starfleet records
CTO_Ernest says:
::Looks around::
CEO_MacLeod says:
::materializes on planet, looks around::
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Looks around at the crew as he starts to sweat in the hot desert environment.  Taps on a tricorder and starts some initial scans of the area.::
CTO_Ernest says:
::Hand moves toward phaser, just in case ... lets the others pull out tricorders::
Host CO_Hebert says:
:: looks around ::
CTO:  Defense parimeter.
CSO: Scans of this area, anything hazardous?
CEO_MacLeod says:
::tugs on his collar, getting a wee bit warm::
OPS_Avaj says:
:: Materializes on the planet a few feet from the rest of the crew.::
Host Cheryl says:
ACTION: However, some sort of ship malfunction took place, and only part of the basic supplies that should have beamed down actually arrived
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
::Feels his outer skin harden immediately to prevent water loss.  His naturally wet blue skin now looks like a crystallized green.::
AXO_Kriss says:
::shields her eyes form the glaring sun and sums up her surroundings.::
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Materializes and looks around:: All: Niiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiice. ::Grins sarcastically::
OPS_Avaj says:
:: Quickly takes inventory of supplies.::
CEO_MacLeod says:
::notices his equipment::  ALL:  Hey, I'm missing some stuff
CTO_Ernest says:
::Looks as less supplies than usual appear:: Yeah ... next thing you know, we won't be able to beam up ...
CEO_MacLeod says:
::starts to check out his remaining gear::
OPS_Avaj says:
:: Noticing missing supplies.::  CO:  I believe there has been a malfunction in the transporter beam....we are missing some of our supplies.
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Feels that his equipment bag is lighter:: All: Hey what gives? Where's my guns?
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
::Does a quick survey::
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::After initial scans he then starts scanning the condition of the crew, making sure that they're fine.  Smiles and then looks around and feels that his Medikit is lighter than it should be.  Takes an inventory..:: AXO: Sir? I seem to be missing some of my medical supplies.
Host CO_Hebert says:
All:  Ok, listen up.  This is a survival mission.  We have 72 hours before our crew will beam us back up.  That should tell ya something.  First thing first, we need to find water and shelters.  Group up.
CEO_MacLeod says:
::glances at CTO, then makes sure he still has his comm badge::
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
Hebert: Only 37% of our necessary supplies have arrived with us.
Host CO_Hebert says:
All:  Also, comm badges work between us, but Victoria has been set to not receive anything from us.
Host CO_Hebert says:
:: nods to the CSO ::
CTO_Ernest says:
::Thinks: "Yeah ... convenient way to get us all killed," begins moving toward one of the dunes::
CEO_MacLeod says:
CO: That seems a bit risky sir.
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Listens to the CO and sighs.  Then makes an inventory list of what he's got.:: Self: Geez!  They expect us to survive on all this for 3 days?
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Whips out his tricorder and begins scans::
Host CO_Hebert says:
CEO:  This is a training mission, wouldn't you expect it risky?
OPS_Avaj says:
:: This reminds him of this last year where he spent all of it meditating in the deserts of Vulcan.::
AXO_Kriss says:
CNS:  I say that the missing supplies are a added surprise the functionality of this training mission.
CEO_MacLeod says:
CO:  Yeah, it is just a training exercise sir, what if we get into real trouble?
CTO_Ernest says:
::Walks up the side of one of the dunes, trying to get a higher view of the region::
Host CO_Hebert says:
CEO:  Need not worry... I have contact in case of that.
Host CO_Hebert says:
All:  Ok let's move out!
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
::Cranes his neck, trying to loosen the tight upper epidermis layer of his skin::
Host CO_Hebert says:
All:  Shelter is our first thing... then next a source of food and water!
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
CO: Looks like the area's clear sir. No anomalous readings a few native life signs.
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Logs what he has in his medkit and then closes it up.  Turns to the AXO.:: AXO: Who shall I go with?
CEO_MacLeod says:
CO:  Just don't loose your communicator
OPS_Avaj says:
:: Gathers his supplies and follows the CO.::
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
::Makes note of his Tricorder readings::
Host CO_Hebert says:
CSO:  Anything we can use as a shelter within quick walking range?
CTO_Ernest says:
::Sees more dunes:: Repetitive place, ain't it.
CEO_MacLeod says:
::looks around, decides to climb a sand dune for a better view::
Host CO_Hebert says:
CTO: You have point.  CEO:  Take up the rear.
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Pulls out his Medical Tricorder and sets it to look for water.  Starts scanning the area.::
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
Hebert: Captain, I'm picking up no useful shelter outside of these dunes.  And I'm also picking up signatures that resemble the dimensional anomalies I observed earlier.
OPS_Avaj says:
:: Using his tricorder he attempts to scan for anything he could use for shelter.::
AXO_Kriss says:
CNS: go with the second team, we need medical personnel with all teams.
CTO_Ernest says:
::Looks down at the others climbing the same dune he is:: CO: Aye, sir. ::Unholsters his phaser::
CEO_MacLeod says:
::stops and returns to the group::  CO:  Aye sir.
Host CO_Hebert says:
CSO:  Understood.
CTO:  Head towards the anomalous readings.
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
AXO: Aye sir.  By the way.. ::Sighs:: I haven’t found any signs of water yet. ::Heads to the second team.::
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Checks tricorder again:: CSO: Those little things? Hardly anomalies.
CEO_MacLeod says:
::reaches for where his phaser should be, its missing::  Self:  Man oh man.
CTO_Ernest says:
::In the distance, he sees a the top of a pyramid fading in and out of view::
OPS_Avaj says:
:: Retrieves a small headband and places it around his head.::
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
::Gives a snobbery glance at the FCO before looking at his Tricorder again::
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Trudges along in the sand and continues to sweat, but continues his scans of the area for water.  Also constantly monitors the crews health.::
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
Hebert:  My readings appear to coincide with that pyramid, Sir.
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Pulls out a phaser rifle just in case his readings are wrong::
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
Hebert: The dimensional anomalies appeared concentrated in that area.
CEO_MacLeod says:
::Notices the CSO's glance::  <whispers>: What's his problem?
AXO_Kriss says:
CSO: how expansive is this desert region?
Host CO_Hebert says:
CSO:  Well, I guess a pyramid seems to be a good place for shelter... and something's not right about these anomalies.  Maybe something Starfleet has planned for us to investigate...
CTO_Ernest says:
::Still taking point::
OPS_Avaj says:
:: Notes a few cacti in the distance in his scans.::
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Scans some cacti and smiles.:: ALL: The cacti have water in them.  ::Sighs.:: Not much, but every little bit counts.
Host CO_Hebert says:
CTO:  Takes us to the pyramids, Ernest!  How long are we at walking distance?
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Gives that "Whatever" look to the snobby CSO::
CTO_Ernest says:
::Quirks his eyebrow at the shout from the Captain::
CTO_Ernest says:
CO: Hard to tell, sir ... all I know is, if there's a pyramid out there, it's THAT away.
CEO_MacLeod says:
::can feel his boots filling with sand::
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
::Gives the Captain a look that would translate to roughly, "Really?" if you could understand Benzite facial expressions::
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Walks up to one of the Cacti and takes a better scan.  Takes a piece of equipment from his MedKit and opens up the cacti.  Takes a container and starts to fill it with the water of the cacti.  Looks over and then quickly runs through the sand to catch up to the rest of the crew.::
Host CO_Hebert says:
:: recalls survival tactics ::CSO:  Doesn't a mirage mean that it's a reflection of light off the surface of a structure or something and it's just being displayed at a different location?
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
Hebert: Captain, I should point out that no signs of civilization have been recorded on this planet.
Host CO_Hebert says:
CSO:  I am aware of that, but those records are probably quite outdated.
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Takes a sample of the cacti water and has his MedKit analyze it as he continues to follow with the rest of the crew.  Wipes the sweat from his face and continues with his scans for water.::
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
Hebert: No Sir.  A Mirage is usually a hallucination caused by dehydration and exposure.  The theory of hot air refracting reflected images from great distances was proven over 300 years ago.
Host CO_Hebert says:
CTO:  Is your tricorder detecting anything at all?
CTO_Ernest says:
::Isn't using a tricorder:: CO: Um ...
Host CO_Hebert says:
CSO:  Never realized that... Secondly... I doubt most of us are dehydrated, yet...
CTO_Ernest says:
::Looks down at his phaser::
Host CO_Hebert says:
CTO:  Wonderful, can someone get our point man a tricorder, please.
Host Cheryl says:
ACTION: Time passes, and the valiant Avalon survivalists trudge their way nearer and nearer to the pyramid. It seems to be stable, and the mirage-like effect it initially had has faded.
OPS_Avaj says:
:: Hands CTO a Tricorder.::
CTO_Ernest says:
::Looks at the major pyramid:: Yeah ... someone's going to die if we go in there ... ::Takes the tricorder, but doesn't use it ... holsters it where his phaser usually is holstered::
Host CO_Hebert says:
:: smiles ::  Self:  What luck... I had a gut feeling it was real...
CEO_MacLeod says:
::looks awestruck at the pyramid::
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
::Wheezing now, due to the lack of water in his system.  But is very wary of the miniscule amount he has in his canteen, and the dimensional anomalies he keeps picking up::
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Starts to feel kind of dizzy::
Host CO_Hebert says:
:: hands the CSO his canteen hearing an odd noise from his breathing cycle :: CSO: Here, keep yours for later.
AXO_Kriss says:
::feels the effects of the heat more and more with each passing step.::
OPS_Avaj says:
:: Oddly enough feels quite at home.::
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Steps up to the pyramid::
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
CO: What now Skipper?
CTO_Ernest says:
::Walks up to the side of the pyramid, and leans against it::
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Checks his medkit analyzer as it beeps at him.  Wipes his face from the sweat again.  Then looks over the readings.  Smiles a bit as he sees the chemical composition then sighs.:: AXO: The cacti water is drinkable.  But it will be a bit bitter sir. ::Shakes his head.::
CEO_MacLeod says:
::places his hand on the cool granite::
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
Hebert: Thank you Captain.  ::Takes the Captain's Canteen, and rations a few tablespoons, and drinks that before handing the canteen back::
Host CO_Hebert says:
:: pulls out a tricorder ::
All:  Ok... there's an entrance no doubt.  Let's fine one.  Also, head towards the shady side of it, will give you a rest from the heat a little.
Host Cheryl says:
ACTION: The pyramid is solid; those touching/leaning on it feel its solidity
Host CO_Hebert says:
:: takes the canteen back and connects it to his belt ::
AXO_Kriss says:
CNS: thanks.  :: takes a sip or two of the bitter water.::
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Is reminded of that old movie "Mummy" with some Fraser guy::
CEO_MacLeod says:
::looks along the base for an entrance::
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
::Looks at the Pyramid and sees no shade, as the sun is beating down from directly above::
Host Cheryl says:
Action: Macleod finds an ornate decoration on the base stone of the pyramid
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
All: If a monster jumps out of this thing you guys are on your own. ::Grins::
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Cringes as the AXO drinks the water, thinking it might be much better than he thinks.:: AXO: We should try to make our own water last as long as possible sir. ::Scans for an entrance in the pyramid.::
Host CO_Hebert says:
:: laughs a little at the FCO ::
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Looks up at the sun::
CEO_MacLeod says:
::sees an odd carving on a base stone::  ALL:  Hey, found something!
Host CO_Hebert says:
:: hears Angus and starts walking towards him :: CEO: What ya got?
CEO_MacLeod says:
::kneels down to the stone, and brushes some sand away::
AXO_Kriss says:
::goes to the location of the CEO to see what has been discovered.::
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
::Feels a sudden rush of heat as his body absorbs the little bit of water, and cycles through it almost immediately::
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Looks down at his uniform as its very damp from his sweat.  Then makes his way with the AXO to the CEO.::
Host CO_Hebert says:
:: looks at the decoration ::  CEO:  Well, you found it, you touch it.  :: laughs ::
CEO_MacLeod says:
CO:  Looks like, I don't know, a carving.
CEO_MacLeod says:
CO:  I'm not gonna touch it, you touch it.
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Laughs with the CO as he looks to the CEO with a raised eyebrow.::
CTO_Ernest says:
::Blinks at the CO & CEO ... rolls his eyes, and touches it::
Host CO_Hebert says:
CEO:  Ok you touch it, that's an order.  :: grins while taking his hand and touching it slightly ::
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
ALL: I'm not going to touch it!  ::Steps back.::
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Pushes past the CEO and CO:: CO/CEO: I'll touch it then!
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
::Wheezes dryly and rests against a section of the pyramid::
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Touches the markings::
Host Cheryl says:
ACTION: Nothing happens
OPS_Avaj says:
::
Host CO_Hebert says:
:: a sigh of relief comes out ::
AXO_Kriss says:
::steps back::
OPS_Avaj says:
:: Remains behind and searches for a way in.::
Host CO_Hebert says:
:: starts rubbing all the stones around it ::  Self:  I wonder...
CEO_MacLeod says:
CO:  Maybe it is activated by something else.  An energy source maybe.
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Pulls out his medical tricorder and scans the pyramid for any life signs, no matter how large or small they may be.::
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Ticked that the CTO beat him too it::
CTO_Ernest says:
ALL: It's a decoration, why would it be "activated"?
Host Cheryl says:
ACTION: Suddenly, a hole opens in the ground, underneath where the Ops Officer is standing, and he disappears into the ground, in a sudden flurry of sinking sand.
Host CO_Hebert says:
CSO:  Anything at all show up on scans around this area... :: continues rubbing all the stones in immediate vicinity ::
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
::Part of the Pyramid feels cool against his skin, so he leans back, allowing the back of his really dry neck to come in contact with it::
CEO_MacLeod says:
CTO:  What else would it be here for?
Host CO_Hebert says:
:: hears a mumbled grumble ::
All: What was that?!
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Stars his scanning for lifesigns, starting with microbial life.  Turns to where the OPS officer was and sees the hole and backs away.::
CEO_MacLeod says:
::steps back::
CTO_Ernest says:
::Looks at OPS" disappearing:: Ok ... never mind ...
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
Hebert: Nothing on scans Captain
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Stops in his tracks::
OPS_Avaj says:
:: After orientating himself from the fall, he opens his tricorder and begins to scan.::
Host CO_Hebert says:
*OPS*  Hebert to Avaj... come in... are you ok?
OPS_Avaj says:
@CO@ Yes, Captain.
Host CO_Hebert says:
*OPS*  Understood... How far is the fall, and are you injured?
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Scans for OPS Avaj and smiles.  Leans to the AXO.:: AXO: He seems fine, just the normal fright associated with the sudden fall.
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
CO: Ask him if they have climate controls in there sir. ::Grins::
OPS_Avaj says:
@CO@ I am in a tunnel, I shall attempt to find my way back to the surface.  I am not injured.
Host CO_Hebert says:
*OPS*  No hold tight, we are going to find a way in there.
CEO_MacLeod says:
ALL: Anyone have some rope?
Host CO_Hebert says:
All: Well I don't know about y'all... but I'm going in there.  Anyone loaded any rope?
OPS_Avaj says:
@CO@ Aye, Captain.  I should mention it is cooler here.
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Shrugs as he wipes more sweat from his face.:: CEO/CO: I sure don’t.
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
CEO/CO: Hang on I thing I have some here somewhere. ::Searches bag::
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
<CEO/CO: Hang on I thing I have some here somewhere. ::Searches bag::
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
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CEO_MacLeod says:
ALL:  We could tie our pack together to act like a rope::
Host CO_Hebert says:
:: sits down on the edge ::  Self: What the heck...  :: pushes himself off the edge and falls into the pit ::
CEO_MacLeod says:
CO:  Captain!!!!
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Smiles and nods to the CEO.:: CEO: Great idea... ::Sighs.:: But then we'll have to carry our equipment.
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
::Passes out from the heat::
OPS_Avaj says:
@CO@ Captain.
CEO_MacLeod says:
SELF: Crazy fool.
Host Cheryl says:
ACTION: CO_Hebert lands safely, although somewhat undignified, on his rump in the corridor below
OPS_Avaj says:
:: nodding at the captain.::
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
::Slips into the hole::
CTO_Ernest says:
::Watches the CSO pass out, moves to catch the Benzite:: Hmmm ... why was he brought along on this sort of a training mission?
Host CO_Hebert says:
@ :: immediately feels the cooling of the air around him, feeling quite bruised... ego wise that is ::
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
CEO: You can say that again.
CEO_MacLeod says:
CNS:  We have limited options, unless we do what the Captain did.
OPS_Avaj says:
@ :: Helps the Captain up.::
Host CO_Hebert says:
@ OPS: Thanks.  :: pulls out his tricorder ::
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
@::Lands on the Captain::
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Turns to the CSO and sighs.  Quickly makes his way towards the CSO, but sees him slide into the hole.:: CEO: Well.. ::Shakes his head and jumps in.:: Banzai!!!!!
CTO_Ernest says:
::Watches the CSO slip out of his grasp and fall down below:: Ouch.
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
CEO: I'm not goin down there.
Host CO_Hebert says:
@ :: falls to the ground in a heap ::
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Shakes head "No way"::
CEO_MacLeod says:
::watches the CNS disappear::
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
@::Falls and chunches himself on the floor of the hole and gets some bruises and bumps as he rolls and tumbles to break his fall.::
Host CO_Hebert says:
@ :: rolls the CSO off of him and tries to stand ::
Host CO_Hebert says:
@ CSO: You are very welcome.
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
Self: Are they all nuts?
CEO_MacLeod says:
FCO:  I'm with you, something about this smells.
Host CO_Hebert says:
@ :: sees his tricorders in pieces on the floor ::  Self: Wonderful.
OPS_Avaj says:
@CO: Perhaps we should stand clear of the hole.
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
@ ::Wheezes shallowly and dryly::
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
@::Quickly makes his way away from the opening.  Watches the hole as others come tumbling down.::
Host CO_Hebert says:
@ OPS: I agree... 
@All: back off the hole area... move away from the 'drop point'.  :: chuckles ::
CEO_MacLeod says:
::takes a step towards the hole, trips on something and falls though::
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Stands guard at the hole::
AXO_Kriss says:
::follows the others::
CTO_Ernest says:
::Looks at the others down there, shouts:: Are you all, all right?
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
Self: Not going, not going, not going.
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
@::Giggles to himself as he thinks about his report to Starfleet Command and the Admiral when they've completed this mission.::
CEO_MacLeod says:
::lands with a thud and a distinctive "crack"::
AXO_Kriss says:
::jumps into the tunnel.::
CTO_Ernest says:
::Trips, catches the FCO, and brings them BOTH down::
CEO_MacLeod says:
Aloud:  Ouch.
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Hangs on to the outside of the pyramid::
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
@ ::Begins having trouble breathing as his hydration levels continues to drop off::
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
Self: No no no no no. ::Hangs on the edge trying to crawl out::
CTO_Ernest says:
::Hangs onto the FCO, dragging them both down::
Host CO_Hebert says:
CSO:  The temp is lower in here... drink some more water if you have too, I don't think I can contact Victoria from here...
CTO_Ernest says:
Ow, ow, ow, ow, ow ... stop kicking! ::Yells at the FCO::
CEO_MacLeod says:
::gets to his feet, slowly::
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Kicks the CTO off::
CTO_Ernest says:
::Holds:: Stop kicking or I'll stun you!
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
CTO: You can't make me go!
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
CTO: I'm claustrophobic!
CTO_Ernest says:
::Shouting:: FCO: Calm down! You're going to get someone ... me for instance ... killed!
Host CO_Hebert says:
All:  Ok... anyone up there!  It's safe to come down.... just be careful!
CEO_MacLeod says:
::moves over to the rest of the group::
OPS_Avaj says:
:: Tries to contact the Victoria.::
AXO_Kriss says:
::lands with a thud next to the others.::
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Hangs on::
Host CO_Hebert says:
All:  Ok... get into a line... CTO has point.  I'm behind him.  CEO and TO has rear.
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::The CTO is too fat and drags him down:
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
@::Sighs as he remembers the condition of the SCO.  Then walks to the SCO and treats him with a hypo after scanning him.::
CTO_Ernest says:
::The FCO is too weak, as the CTO is not fat, and they both fall::
CTO_Ernest says:
::Lands with a thud:: OW!
Host Cheryl says:
ACTION: The struggle between the FCO and CTO results in them both falling in
Host CO_Hebert says:
:: grins at the crewmembers falling in ::
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
::His skin goes a much darker green, and his breathing sounds like dirt::
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Gets up and helps the CSO up.:: CSO: You feel better sir?
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Grumbles as he gets up::
Host CO_Hebert says:
:: shrugs ::  Ok, now let's find what this place is all about... 
CSO:  Scans?
CEO_MacLeod says:
::watches as the FCO and CTO drop in::  FCO/CTO:  Looks like were in it now, lads.
OPS_Avaj says:
:: Wishes he had not witnessed such a blunder by the FCO and CTO.::
CEO_MacLeod says:
ALL: Some more like would be nice
Host CO_Hebert says:
AXO:  Doctor... help Mr. Foltrac.
FCO_Lt_McCraney says:
::Mumbles under his breath:: CTO: With friends like you who needs enemies?
Host CO_Hebert says:
AXO:  Apparently he looks like he's dehydrating from the color of his skin.
AXO_Kriss says:
CO: Yes sir.
AXO_Kriss says:
::steps over the FCO and takes out her medical tricorder.
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
::Gasps dryly as he wakes up::
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
::Can't speak.. just smacks his mouth together dryly::
CSO_LtCmdr_Foltrac says:
All..... w-w-water.... ::gasp::
CNS_Crazy`Wolf says:
::Makes sure everyone is fine, and treats those who aren’t.::
Host CO_Hebert says:
:: looks over everything and walks towards the head of the tunnel wondering where this is going to go ::
AXO_Kriss says:
::scans him to see that the CSO is has heat exhaustion.::
Host Cheryl says:
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