Deep Space 102 - 11210.05

Previously on DS-102:

The USS Scorpius is headed back toward DS102 accompanied by several members of the new species calling themselves the Arbus.

Information has been exchanged, and diplomatic relations are in the process of being opened. 

We rejoin the crew about 20 minutes out from the station. Let's rejoin the action now...

Host Gerry says:
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CSO_Ens_Trix says:
::On Bridge, looking at the biological data in their data packet to find out what they actually breath.::
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
::continuing to sit at the helm doing final course corrections::
SC_Capt_Marek says:
::at a secondary console, checking the latest reports from DS-102::
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
::in her office reviewing her caseload:: 
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
CO: Captain, we're about twenty minutes from the Station, all systems are nominal for final approach.
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
CO: Our new friends aren't exactly geese flying in V-formation, or any other formation for that matter, but - they are at least following us, sorta
CO_YoGhi says:
FCO: Ok contact the station for clearance and tell them to direct others ships on paths away from our friends.
SC_Capt_Marek says:
CO: I have all personnel available from DS-102 making the necessary arrangement in Docking Bay 1, to prepare it for our "visitors".
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
Com: DS102: USS Scorpius on final approach, requesting clearance, and docking instructions
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
::Stretches then stands and moves over to the replicator to get a cup of tea::
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
CO/ SC: I've included a preliminary plan to make one of the sections of the docking bay into a breathable atmosphere so we can actually get up close and personal with them, so to speak. It will take a bit of extra force field manipulation, but I think it will be worth it. Sirs.
SC_Capt_Marek says:
::stands up and walks to the center of the Bridge next to the FCO station::
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
@<DS102>Com: Scorpius: USS Scorpius - Welcome back. You are cleared to approach and dock at your normal berth as it's open today. And, we're picking up several strange readings that are accompanying you????
SC_Capt_Marek says:
CSO: Sounds appropriate. Be sure to transmit all your request to DS-102 OPS.
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
SC: Aye Captain, already sent. After the "who is this again?" was finished they were quite helpful. Except the one who kept asking if I had my quarter’s assignment on station yet...
SC_Capt_Marek says:
CSO: ::raises an eyebrow at the CSO::
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
::returns to her desk and slowly sips her tea as she reads the files on several new officers::
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
Com: DS102: Just some new friends we met out there. Our CSO is making the arrangements for them with Ops
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
::delegates cases to Counselors on her staff::
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
SC: Would it make it sound worse if I said I confused them by asking for the temperature to be set at 300 degrees in the room?
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
@<DS102>Com: Scorpius: Roger that Scorpius. Ops is filling us in now.
SC_Capt_Marek says:
::turns to the CSO: CSO: If that is one of the requirements, I fail to see why they would think that... Besides one or two upset engineering crewmember that have to take care of that, of course. ::smiles::
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
SC: Oh, no, the system is quite capable. I just was so used to using Kelvin or Absolute temperature I forgot not everyone did.
SC_Capt_Marek says:
FCO: ETA to the Station, Ensign?
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
SC: Five minutes Sir. On final now
SC_Capt_Marek says:
FCO: Thanks Ensign.
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
::eases the ship sideways as it slips towards its berth::
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
CO/ SC: Coordinating with station ops on directing the Albus to their prepared berth. So far no issues to report, sirs.
SC_Capt_Marek says:
FCO: Just be sure not to scratch the paint... :smiles and then walks next to the Captain's chair, to observe the docking maneuver::
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
CSO: Ensign, are you maintaining communications with these folks? They need to head where you've arranged for them to be instead of sticking to us...
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
SC: Not to worry Sir, I've always got some touch-up paint for just about any occasion
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
FCO: Aye, on it, working with station Operations on that. Uh, they just... no, never mind, back on course. Guess one of them liked the looks of that cruiser being refit.
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
::fires thrusters just a pinch to gently bump into place::
SC_Capt_Marek says:
CO: I think we will have lots of reports to fill regarding this unique First Contact. ::suddenly begins to think in the enormous amount of paperwork that is waiting for them::
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
::wonders about paperwork and thinks that even senior staff still has to figure out where to get the paper to write on::
SC_Capt_Marek says:
CSO: Have you selected your team members, Ensign?
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
::transfers all of her schedules to the station::
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
::sends signals to dock workers to start moving all the umbilicals out into position and hits the buttons to open various ports to receive the umbilicals::
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
SC: For the contact? I'm going to keep it in two groups. A larger delegation to stand at the back, not a show of force but more a sampling of who we are. For the main team, besides yourself and Captain YoGhi and the senior staff, just an biologist, a linguist to ensure we don't have a translation error, and a small honor guard.
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
::feels an ever so slight "bump" as the ship touches into place:: CO/SCO: Sirs, we're home....
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
SC: Basically the secondary group will be one, two where possible, of each species on board.
SC_Capt_Marek says:
CSO: I recommend you to heavily rely on the excellent skills of our Counselor. She has a lot of expertise on the subject.
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
SC: Aye sir, yes sir. I assumed that the senior staff would accompany us as part of Starfleet...is it tradition or protocol?
SC_Capt_Marek says:
FCO: ;;notices the bump:: Ah congrats on an excellent docking maneuver.
SC_Capt_Marek says:
CSO : Protocol, Ensign. It is heavily regulated by Starfleet... ::raises an eyebrow::
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
SC: Preparing an isolated section in the station computer to dump the data pack in directly, first to ensure none of the data was lost in our subspace transmission and also to protect against any "software protocols" causing issues with the computer. Should be ready to begin download in a minute or so.
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
SC: Shucks Sir, thank you Sir, tweren't nuthin.
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
SC: Aye sir, protocol on staff, just wasn't sure if it was official policy. Basically was going on reports in classes and training exercises from the Academy.
SC_Capt_Marek says:
CO: I think we should disembark and begin working on the modifications to the Station, just to avoid making our guess to wait.
CO_YoGhi says:
SC: Alright, we'll just have an area near the Station where they can "swim" around without being bothered and we'll get to work
CO_YoGhi says:
FCO: Power down the ship and report to operations
SC_Capt_Marek says:
CO: Very well, sir. ;;nods and heads to the nearest turbolift::
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
::Begins transfer of data pack to secure computer section.::
CO_YoGhi says:
CSO: Get the specifications to the engineering crew so they can start work.
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
::works through the post-docking procedures and protocols, secures helm, and notifies engineering to take the ship down to docking status::
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
CO: Yes Captain, contacting station engineering now to ensure they have everything they need.
CO_YoGhi says:
SC: Captain, we are back on DS-102, you are in command
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
::Sends message to station engineering, confirming they are proceeding with setting up the "Meeting room" and seeing if they need any assistance.::
SC_Capt_Marek says:
*CNS*: Commander, please report to Main Operations in DS-102. We need a lot to work on, regarding our visitors.
SC_Capt_Marek says:
CO: ::nods:: Captain, can you meet us in Main Operations, once you finish with the docking procedures?
SC_Capt_Marek says:
::stands next to the turbolift doors::
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
::finishes up in her office and starts for quarters...changes direction for Station Operations:: *SC* Understood, Captain, I'm on my way.
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
::Locks down Science station once Engineering confirms they have all they need to start.:: CO: Permission to disembark and move to Station Operations Center, Captain?
CO_YoGhi says:
SC: I'm right behind you
SC_Capt_Marek says:
::taps on his PADD making arrangements to have his duffel bag transported to his quarters::
SC_Capt_Marek says:
CO: After you Captain.
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
::leaves the Scorpius and walks to the nearest bank of transporters, soon finds herself outside of operations::
CO_YoGhi says:
:: walk to the turbolift ::
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
CO: Captain, permission to secure the helm and report to quarters?
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
::enters Operations as ordered::
CO_YoGhi says:
FCO: Make it so
CO_YoGhi says:
TL: Airlock to DS-102
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
CO: Aye Sir, and thank you Sir.
SC_Capt_Marek says:
::enters the turbolift after the Captain::
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
::Follows the CO and SC into the turbolift.::
SC_Capt_Marek says:
All: We have a big challenge ahead of us. But a fascinating one.
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
::secures the Helm quickly and methodically, then heads to quarters via turbolift::
SC_Capt_Marek says:
::back in his subconscious still feel a nice, healthy envy of the speed of the turbolifts aboard the Scorpius.. Why can't the engineering teams aboard the Station make the turbolift be as fast as these ones??::
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
::Sets bag on floor of the lift as it moves, wondering when it would be a good time to send for everything in storage for new quarters.::
Host Gerry says:
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