Deep Space 102 Mission Transcript - 11301.25

"Intermission III"

Life continues as normal on the station. Let's join our crew to see what's happening.

Host Gerry says:
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FCO_Ens_Farman says:
::on turbolift with the Station Commander::
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
::In Station Operations, attempting to mediate a "debate" on usage of the Primary Thermal Telescope. One would think Astrophysicists and Hydrodynamicists could work together. Wonders if it's a reasonable management tool to alter shifts so all the Astrophysicists are on 2nd shift?::
SC_Capt_Marek says:
FCO: So, a bit anxious on my report? ::grins::
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
SC: Sir?
SC_Capt_Marek says:
FCO: I noticed you are a bit tense, Ensign.
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
Self: No, I don't think "throwing them in the stockades" is an option. And stockades stopped being used far before you were an officer, smart worm!
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
SC: No Sir, I'm fine. Just hoping you'll like what you see at Beta Sierra Gamma on the way to Main Ops.
SC_Capt_Marek says:
FCO: What is it that you want to show me?
CO_YoGhi says:
:: sitting in operations, trying to look busy ::
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
::enjoying a stroll on the promenade::
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
*Astrophysics/ Hyrdodynamics*: I'm working now to set up a splitter that should let both of your departments use the Thermal Scope. I'm anticipating you will each get sufficient data flow for your projects. If not, then you will need to share your to... equipment.
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
SC: I'm hoping it's something you'd be interested in.... We managed to keep it under your radar.
SC_Capt_Marek says:
FCO: Under my radar? ::raises an eyebrow:: You, Ensign, I am not a big fan of surprises. ::seems rather curious::
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
::Logs into computer and sets up a quick data sharing program for the Telescope. Then starts looking over the data processors, comparing it to what we were shown at the Academy.:: Self: This is interesting. Is this a Tellar program? I've never seen one before.
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
::as they arrive to the BSG section:: SC: Sir, take a look out into the bay here...... ::pushes manual button on turbolift to hold position::
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
::stops for a drink at one of her favorite spots::
SC_Capt_Marek says:
FCO: ::moves next to the turbolift doors::
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
CO: Captain, do you know who put together the station's control systems? I'm seeing some software in the science control systems that appear to be of Tellar origin. Wondering if I'm just seeing things wrong.
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
SC: Sir, if you'll look towards the left rear of the bay, you should see it....
CO_YoGhi says:
CSO: This station has some history. I would not be surprised if you'd find part dating from the time of the Vulcan-Andorian war
SC_Capt_Marek says:
FCO: Ensign, I must admit it; I must double my efforts to control the emotions derived from the anxiety status. Very well, let's take a look ::moves his head to the turbolift viewport and takes a peek::
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
CO: I had a Computer Science Professor who spent half the semester ripping apart the Tellar programming science to its very core. He'd hate to see this. This is sooo cool!
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
<TL Computer>: Warning, This turbolift is currently obstructing a main turbolift corridor and must move or dock at the nearest access door station in 30 seconds....
CO_YoGhi says:
CSO: Glad you think it’s fun. But don't do anything that could shutdown something, Captain Marek will rip you apart...
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
::chuckles as she 'overhears' some of the patrons near her::
SC_Capt_Marek says:
::can't believe his eyes::
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
CO: No sir, of course not. I am just curious. My minor in Computer statistics makes me a bit curious about programming and... ::Looks down.:: 
Self: No, I am not going to program the station to suddenly turn pink. And you need to...
CO: Uh, sorry sir. Trix was trying to be funny. Still not that great at just listening to the worm separate.
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
::as the 30 second hold expires, the turbolift car moves on towards Ops::
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
::takes her glass to the recycler and resumes her walk::
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
SC: Sir, while you don't like surprises, was that something you thought you'd not see again so soon?
SC_Capt_Marek says:
FCO: It is.... it's... the first shuttle I flew from Starfleet Academy towards the former Kootenai Station... I was a fresh Ensign.... ::suddenly feels the urge to go and touch it::
SC_Capt_Marek says:
FCO: It's ... the River Po ... oh that brings me some memories...
Host Gerry says:
ACTION: The OPS station lights up with a multi-channel incoming message from a vector near the edge of Federation space toward the Galactic core...
SC_Capt_Marek says:
FCO: How did you get it? I thought it was decommissioned and dismantled years ago
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
::Backs out of the system controls, making a note to look them up again later when there is a chance.::
CO_YoGhi says:
CSO: I don't know how you can let a slug crawling into you, or maybe it is only like having your own organs floating inside. Either way it’s a feeling I don't know.
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
SC: Actually Sir, and technically, I didn't get it. It was aboard a passing transport ship, you know, one of the big ones, and the CO had dug up a bit of the history, saw you were here, so contacted me to see if you'd like to see it.
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
CO: I'm still getting used to it, to be honest. They say my reaction is a bit "atypical", and use the phrase "a bit" to make me feel better I think.
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
SC: I figured you might not bust me to yeoman over it, so took the opportunity
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
<OPS> CO: Captain, we're getting a message, multi-channel. Coming from the direction of the Galactic Core.
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
::takes the lift back to the medical section::
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
SC: Since it was really headed for the salvage yard, the CO didn't mind altering the destination for a few credits... Nothing illegal Sir, sorta.....
SC_Capt_Marek says:
FCO: ::as a Vulcan, he struggles to control his emotions, but this time melancholy took him:: Ensign, this is a pleasant surprise. I would certainly demote you to Yeoman, just because you made an old Vulcan turn into a victim of melancholy... ::smiles::
SC_Capt_Marek says:
FCO: ::regains his control over the emotions:: ::clears his throat:: Ensign, again, I appreciate this. I really do. Is it still in operative conditions?
CO_YoGhi says:
CSO: What kind of message?
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
::Turns to the sensors, putting one eye on a readout of the message OPS reported.:: CO: Checking now. Universal Translator is working on it and it's... It seems to be a distress call, Sir. ::Diverts all long range sensors to the origin, looking to determine the source.
CO_YoGhi says:
CSO: Record everything. Can the translator give us something useful?
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
SC: I've got some of the mechs working on their own time to bring it up to operation level - off the books if you will. We all thought you might want to use it as a "Captain's Yacht" or something
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
CO: Scanning the source with Long Range Sensors now, Captain. And the Universal Translator is working on the message so we can answer it as required.
CO_YoGhi says:
*SC*: Captain Marek, we are receiving a transmission, possible distress call
CO_YoGhi says:
CSO: Distance of that call?
SC_Capt_Marek says:
FCO: But of course, I would be honored. But you mentioned something about some credits that you paid for it, and... ::hears the CO on the comm::
SC_Capt_Marek says:
*CO*: Captain, origin of the distress call?
CO_YoGhi says:
*SC*: Working on it Captain
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
CO: Origin is Omicron Lyra. The message is definitely distress call, and it is not automated, there is someone there. ::Looks back to calculate distance.::
SC_Capt_Marek says:
::moves away from the turbolift viewport and orders it on to Main Operations:: *CO*: I am on my way to Main Operations.
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
::thanks the stars for the interruption so as not to have to explain about that poker game::
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
::enters her office::
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
CO: Distance is about 17 light years. At Warp nine we could be there at in 10.3 hours.
SC_Capt_Marek says:
FCO: Thanks again, Ensign. I do not say I am not grateful, but please, we will continue our talking once we clear this situation about the distress call.
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
::Pulls up everything the computer has on Omicron Lyra, then compares the sensor readings to known ships that might be in the area.::
CO_YoGhi says:
*SC*: Captain, the signal is from 17 light years out
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
CO: Sir, the USS Delphi is in the area. They could be there within the hour at Warp 9.
SC_Capt_Marek says:
*CO*: Very well. Did you identify the ship that sent it? ::arrives at Main Operations as he speaks and the turbolift doors open::
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
SC: Of course, Sir :: wonders what's up with the distress call..... wishes he had a PADD to check on the operational status of the Scorpius::
CO_YoGhi says:
SC: No information on the source itself for now
SC_Capt_Marek says:
::walks towards the center of the room, next to the CO::
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
::hears a tap at the door:: Jones: Come in Ensign Jones
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
::Sends a message to Astrophysics, Xenobiology, Linguistics and Sociology to have representatives ready in case of a rescue mission that would require some identification.::
SC_Capt_Marek says:
All: Have the computer to identify all known vessels in the area.
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
::follows the Station Commander out of the lift and heads to the nearest open LCARS panel to check on the Scorpius::
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
SC: Captain.
SC/ CO: Vessel is, as reported, 10.3 hours away at Warp 9. It is of unknown configuration; Computer is translating the message and working on a means of communicating.
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
SC/ CO: The USS Delphi is close to it, about 1 hour out at Warp 9.
SC_Capt_Marek says:
CSO: Sent the information to the Delphi and ask them to go to the coordinates in which the call was originated.
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
SC/ CO: Data on the region is spotty at best. There's been long range scans but no missions to explore it, so no way to tell if it's a "local" or a distressed traveler. I'm preparing a team in case we need to deal with an unknown species.
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
SC: Aye Captain.
CO_YoGhi says:
SC: A distress call is a distress call. I say we get to it. Keep our eyes opened for troubles but assist whomever sent this call
SC_Capt_Marek says:
CO: Just in case, I think we should have the Scorpius ready to departure. The Delphi may need assistance.
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
Com: USS Delphi: This is Deep Space 102 to the USS Delphi. We have picked up a distress call in your vicinity, about 1 hour out. I am forwarding all that we have so far to you, but you are the only ship within close range to assist.
CNS_LtCmdr_Rand says:
::listens as Ensign Jones share about what has been happening for her::
CO_YoGhi says:
FCO: Ensign, report to the USS Scorpius and have her ready to depart in ten minutes
Host Gerry says:
@COM: DS102: We read you, Deep Space 102. We have located the distress call and are getting underway now. We estimate intercept in 20 minutes at maximum warp.
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
COM: Delphi: Acknowledged Delphi, the Scorpius is preparing to come out and follow you up, but we are 10 hours out. ::Looks back after giving that report, wondering if it was up to me to report what the Captains have just seemingly decided.::
SC_Capt_Marek says:
CSO: Maintain an open channel with the Delphi.
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
CO: Skipper, I'm checking on the operational status of the ship as we speak.... looks like all maintenance is complete and the ship is ready to warm up.
Host Gerry says:
@COM: DS102: Acknowledged, Depp Space 102. See you in about 10 hours. Delphi out.
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
CO/ SC: Sirs, the Delphi is moving to assist. If I may, we should bring emergency equipment and supplies that a standard Starship would not have a large supply of. Whatever we can gather quickly.
SC: Aye Captain, opening Channel. ::Opens Channel to the Delphi for SC.::
Host Gerry says:
ACTION: The distress call stops abruptly...
CO_YoGhi says:
CSO: Good thought. The Scorpius is fully restocked.
SC_Capt_Marek says:
@COM: USS Delphi: This is a rather unexplored area, so proceed with caution. Keep us informed on your findings.
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
::Looks down.:: CO/ SC: Sirs, the signal just stopped. ::Scans for any source of explosion or, hopefully, the ship itself.::
Host Gerry says:
@COM: DS102: Acknowledged. We'll maintain an open channel, and keep you updated.
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
::heads out of Ops via turbolift:: TLC: USS Scorpius, and make it snappy..... ::waits for the turbolift response::
SC_Capt_Marek says:
All: Perhaps we pick the signal one minute to late... Increase sensor resolution and keep scanning the area.
CSO_Ens_Trix says:
Self: Seventeen Light years...Too far for the scans I want direct. ::Attempts to bounce the scans through known Comm relays, hoping for enough of a signal to find out what happened.::
FCO_Ens_Farman says:
<TLC>: The turbolift is operating at normal speeds. Changing the speed setting may cause momentary lapses in the inertial dampening field and is not recommended.
Host Gerry says:
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