Host Tim says:
When last we watched the Dublin crew they were keeping company with a Bajoran spirit in a cave that had just been blocked shut due to a lighting strike.

Host Tim says:
The storm continues to rage outside and what little external illumination there was is now gone.

Host Tim says:
Is anyone available to assist?  ::Turns the page::

Host Tim says:
<<<Resume Mission: "Home sweet home, be it ever so humble">>>

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
::Wipes the dirt from his eyes.::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Stands at the cave entrance wondering how they're going to get out.::

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Is knocked out.::

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
::continues to go through her tricorder looking for the words of the Bajoran death chant::

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
::Gets up, dusts herself off, and checks her gear and phaser before getting out her light and turns it on:: ALL: Everyone OK? Anyone hurt?

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
::groans in pain, feeling Havel's despair straight into his brain:: Havel: Get out of my friggin' mind!!!

FCO_Cdt_Ferrone says:
@ :: begins to come around and coughs at the acrid smoke filling his lungs ::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
::Waits for the crew to sound off.::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO:  I'm here, Captain.  Trying to find a way out of here.  It's not looking too good.

Havel says:
All: The prophets must be obeyed. You must perform the death ritual or I am doomed to spend eternity here.....alone.

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
CO: I am here bruised but here and I found the words for the death chant.

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Is still knocked out.::

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
::Uses the light and sees the XO down, moves to assist:: CO: Looks like the XO's down Sir! ::Starts checking her for injuries::

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
CTO: I am fine. I just have a ghost peeking into my mind.

FCO_Cdt_Ferrone says:
@:: feels sores all over his body...  tries to squint through the smoke but his eyes are stinging ::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Moves to assist the CTO.::  XO:  Commander, can you hear me?  ::Taps her face a few times.::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
::nods:: CEO: You ok? ::Moves toward Hembrook and the XO.::

Havel says:
:: wails mournfully ::

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Moans a little.::

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
Outloud: Ah Kay ah, Ah yaj va su, Ko van ha, Eey hay ah.

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
CO: I feel like if someone is scooping my brains out of my skull with a hot spoon but for the rest I am fine.

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO:  She's making noises.  
XO:  Commander, squeeze my hand if you can hear me.  ::Holds her hand.::

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
::Starts treating the XO for her injuries with the medical kit she carried in with the rescue gear:: XO: Hang on, Commander, you got a Combat Medic working on you, lie still.

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
::pauses::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
::Kneels and tries to help.:: CEO: Defensive positions near the mouth of the cave.

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
::out loud again:: Ah Kay ah, Ah yaj va su, Ko van ha, Eey hay ah.

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Slips in and out of wakefulness...::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
CTO: Do what you can. ::Scrambles around in the dirt for his phaser.::

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
::waits again in silence::

FCO_Cdt_Ferrone says:
@:: struggles along the floor of the shuttle seeking a way out::

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
CO: Understood ::moves slowly toward the now closed opening::

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
Havel: Is that what you need to hear?

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Mutters.:: CTO: My head....

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
CO: Aye Captain. Time to put my Nursing degree to work. ::Starts to use several devices to reduce brain swelling and the effects of a concussion::

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
::awaits for an answer::

FCO_Cdt_Ferrone says:
@ :: reaches the emergency escape hatch and tries to open it...  but finds it won't budge ::

Havel says:
SO: What is that? You speak gibberish.

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
::looks in surprise::

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
XO: Relax, Commander, I'm working on it. Lie still, you had half a ceiling fall on you.

FCO_Cdt_Ferrone says:
@ ::coughs and hacks...  turns himself around to line up his legs with the jammed escape hatch ::

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
Havel: Is that not the Bajoran death chant you seek?

FCO_Cdt_Ferrone says:
@ :: starts pounding away on the jammed hatch, hacking and wheezing the entire time ::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
::Finds what should be his phaser and gives it a tug.::

Havel says:
SO: You have been misled. The prophets do not speak so.

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
Havel: But that is what we have in our data base.

FCO_Cdt_Ferrone says:
@ :: finally kicks through and crawls out of the shuttle ::

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
Havel: Then help me to learn your death chant please.

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Struggles to open her eyes.:: CTO: Feel like the day after without a night before....

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
::Continues to try and treat the XO, giving her several hypospray injections for pain and brain swelling::

Host Tim says:
ACTION: THE SOUND OF RUNNING WATER COMES FROM DEEPER IN THE CAVE.

FCO_Cdt_Ferrone says:
@ :: crawls away from the shuttle to a safe place and tries to take deep breaths to get rid of the smoke in his lungs::

Havel says:
SO: You do not have the water from the great sea and the orb of remembrance. You are not of the knowledge.

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
OPS: Water? Didn’t the ghost need water?

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
XO: You are suffering from a concussion and a small skull fracture Commander, I'm about to mend it with the osteostimulator. Hold still.

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CEO:  Aye, I think he did.  But wasn't it some holy water he needed?  ::Let's go of the XO's hand since she's busy with the CTO and not answering her anyway.::

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
Havel: Do I not show you that I am willing to learn? this much you can see inside my mind can you not?

Havel says:
:: strikes out at the SO filling her mind with pain ::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
::Pulls on the phaser again and it comes free, sending me over backwards into the dust.::

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Says nothing simply, stays still, feels a pressure leave her hand and notices the shadow of the OPS.:: OPS: Thanks...::She murmurs.::

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
::Starts to mend the XO's skull fracture::

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Flinches.::

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
::grabs her head:: Outloud: ARRRGGHHHH!!!!MY head Please Havel stop.

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CEO:  Do you think we can fool it with the water at the back of the caves?

Havel says:
:: fades into the mist ::

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
::falls to her knees::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CEO:  Maybe we can get someone to bless it or something.

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
::Hears Rochelle scream and comes up with Phaser in hand not sure it even works.::

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
ALL: All water comes from the Great Sea originally... it's part of the Great Cycle.

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
OPS: I don't know, he is clawing my mind so I would try with the other water. At worse it would only make him pee.

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
::Taps the settings and knocks some of the dust away and points it at Havel.::

FCO_Cdt_Ferrone says:
@ :: can feel sores and burns all over his body and his head is swimming ::

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
XO: Are the meds making it any better Commander?

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Hears the CTO, and decides to give it a shot.  Takes a bottle from her bag, and tip-toes to the back of the cave to gather some water.:: CEO:  I'll give it a shot.  Hopefully I don't make him angry.

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
Havel: Leave them be!

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
::stifles a laugh at the CEO's words.:: CTO: I think so. ::Tries to sit up slowly...::

Havel says:
:: sends a cold wind across the cave towards the Captain ::

FCO_Cdt_Ferrone says:
@ :: uses a nearby tree to pull himself to his feet and props himself up against it...  starts feeling somewhat better, but not great ::

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
::Helps the XO sit up carefully::

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
OPS: Plus I need a sponge bath anyway.

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
::sits up against the wall.:: CTO: Thanks, what'd I miss?

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
Havel: Please let me help you tell me or show me please.  ::still holding her head on her knees::

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
XO: Not too fast, and you sit right here. You still have a concussion, but I fixed the fracture and got the swelling under control sir.

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Chuckles, and lets some of the water trickle into a bottle.:: CEO:  How much do you think you need .. for the ritual that is .. not the bath ::Looks back at him and grins.::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
::Braces as the wind hits him.:: Pulls the trigger hoping it will be effective.::

Host Tim says:
ACTION: THE CO'S PHASER BLAST IS NOT AS POWERFUL HAS IT SHOULD BE AND PASSES THROUGH HAVEL WITH NO EFFECT.

FCO_Cdt_Ferrone says:
@ ::pulls out his tricorder and sees it's useless ::

Havel says:
CO: You must help me.....the chant, the water, I can't bear....:: pauses ::

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
XO: Just stumbling around in the dark, and a fascinating discussion about ghosts, water, and death rituals.

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
OPS: How in the heck am I supposed to know? ::then he realizes the harshness of his tone and adds:: I am sorry it is just I have a ghost piggybacking on my brain, it's not pleasant.

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
CTO: You're the Doctor but I just can't sit here, are we ready for that Bajoran death ritual...? ::She spoke slowly, trying to stop her head from wanting to spin.::

FCO_Cdt_Ferrone says:
@:: pulls out his phaser... thinks it looks okay, but doesn't test it for fear it'll explode in his hands::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
::Stops firing as Havel tries to speak.::

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
::looks at Havel with sympathy in her eyes::

FCO_Cdt_Ferrone says:
@ :: looks around for some sign of where the SO and CTO went off to ::

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
Havel: Please tell me what to do.

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
XO: They are working on it sir. I'm not sure what we can do to help though. I've spent the last two days touring Bajoran shrines and watching their rituals, and I'm not sure I could do it.

Havel says:
CO: Why do you wish to harm me? Is my request so difficult to fulfill?

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
::pain is still growing in intensity but she is fighting it somehow::

FCO_Cdt_Ferrone says:
@ :: spots signs of them heading away from the shuttle craft...  starts to stagger along following their trail ::

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
CO: Please find out what the chant is.

Havel says:
SO: You can not help me.

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Smiles back at Gael.::  CEO:  It's okay, Gael.  I think this should do it.  ::Puts the top on the bottle and walks back to the CEO.::  Here ya go.  Any idea what I'm supposed to do with it?

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
Havel: You want help.....You must help us to get out of here. We are not sure how to help you.

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
CTO: Why are we shooting? ::Tries to stand, slips tries again.

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
Havel: But why?

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
::Motions for Rochelle to wait.::

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
XO: It's the CO Sir, but you can't help. Sit still, I'll protect you.

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
:: stops at the Captain's request::

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
::groans while in visible pain::

Havel says:
CO: I will help your people, but you must free me from this place.

Host Tim says:
ACTION: THE STORM IS SPENT AND BEGINS TO LESSEN

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CEO:  I wish there was something I could do for you.  Maybe you should tell him we're ready to start the ritual.  You can tell him he needs to release his grip on you for you to perform the ceremony.

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
::Makes the XO comfortable::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
::Slowly lowers the phaser.:: Havel: I will do what I can. ::Motions to the pile of rubble in the doorway.::

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
CTO: I'm fine.

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
OPS: Me? I hope I showed you I am not exactly a priest...:: grins despite the pain, then :: ouch ouch ouch, don't make me smile it hurts.

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
XO: Sure, now... ::winks:: No thanks needed, just doing my job.

FCO_Cdt_Ferrone says:
@ :: keeps staggering along following the trail...  a sudden thought comes to him that worries him...  What if I'm not following the CTO/SO's trail? ::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
::Gestures for SO to scan with the tricorder.::

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Laughs, a little.:: CTO: Thanks by the way. ::Stands leaning against the wall.::

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
::takes her tricorder in unsteady hands and scans::

Havel says:
:: looks through the CO's body at the rubble :: CO: I understand, and it will be done.

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
XO: Don't mention it, beats carrying you out of here. ::grins::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CEO:  Very funny!   ::Whisper to him.::  That's good, cause I ain't no saint.  ::Winks at him.::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
Aloud: All, move away from the rubble.

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
::backs up and away from the rubble::

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
OPS: Ouch....you are supposed to help me relax!

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
::Helps the XO move away from the rubble::

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
::smiles.:: Hearing the CO, Moves further away. shaking her head at the CTO.:: CTO: I'm fine now really.

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
::is upset that Havel wouldn’t let her help but she did what she could::

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
::crawls away from the rubble::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Rubs his shoulder.::  CEO:  Sorry, dear.  It doesn't seem to respond to my talking to it.  Why not tell it we can start the ceremony?

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
OPS: Maybe if we blow these rocks we can escape, for the moment please help me stand up.

FCO_Cdt_Ferrone says:
@ :: sees the trail leading to a clearing up ahead...  grimaces at having to keep up this pace ::

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
::Stays near the XO, just in case, but lets her go on her own steam::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
:: Looks at Paige and then Hembrook.::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Places her arms under him and helps him stand.::  CEO:  Easy .. does it.  Man!  You need a diet.

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Still a little groggy, stands nearby the CTO.:: CO: Fine Sir, we ready for this Ritual?

FCO_Cdt_Ferrone says:
@ :: stops when the trail is obscured by rock and debris...  ::  To Self: Whoever I'm following has to be inside...  if they're even alive...

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
XO: I'm not sure that’s the solution at this point.

Havel says:
:: sends another cold wind towards the rubble kicking up more dust ::

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
OPS: Thank you. ::slowly stands up but feels the need to empty his stomach for the pain::

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
::visibly hurt deep in her heart for Havel::

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
CO: Isn't that what we needed to do to end this?"

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
CO: So we go get a real Bajoran Vedik and bring him back here Sir?

FCO_Cdt_Ferrone says:
@ :: struggles over to the rocks and tries to listen for any sounds ::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Sees Gael turning pale.::  CEO:  Need a bag?  ::Feels really bad for him.::

Host Tim says:
ACTION: A COLD VAPOR ESCAPES THROUGH THE ROCKS OUTSIDE

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
::Holds up a hand to shield his eyes from the dust. XO/CTO: Just wait. ::Motions toward the door.::

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
::closes her eyes against the dust::

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
::kneels on the ground:: OPS: Hold on a minute, and next time I propose to get out of our vacation suite, shoot me.

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
::Moves to the CEO and gives him one hypo for the pain, and another for nausea::

FCO_Cdt_Ferrone says:
@ :;steps back from the vapor escaping from the rocks in front of him...  takes a whiff to make sure it isn't something explosive ::

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Nods puzzled.::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Looks at the CTO administering the hypo.::  CTO:  Thanks Gina.  ::Waits for the CEO continuing to assist him.::

FCO_Cdt_Ferrone says:
@ ::calls out::  Is anyone in there?!?

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
CTO/OPS: It's of no help...the pain is not caused by normal receptors, but at least I don't have to spill the coffee in my stomach.

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
OPS: Good thing about being a Combat Medic, we act instead of wait. ::winks::

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Moves near the CO.:: CO: What’s happening Sir?

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO/CEO:  Did you guys hear something?

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
CO: I sense the FCO sir.

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
CO: He is near by.

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
::looks at Tayla and silently shakes his head::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CEO/CTO:  Probably just my hopeful imagination.

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
CTO: See if you can raise the Cadet.

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
OPS: No I sense his presence he is alive and near by.

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
OPS: There is a lot of wind and dust, and shifting rocks...

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
SO:  Maybe he's at the entrance that collapsed.

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
OPS: Yes that is it he is there I can sense him.

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
::nods to the CO:: *FCO*: Cadet Ferrone, this is Lieutenant Hembrook, respond please.

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO:  No, Lieutenant Rochelle senses something too.

FCO_Cdt_Ferrone says:
@ ::looking at the rocks, trying to judge how many rocks are actually there::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CEO:  How are you feeling, Gael?  Are you well enough to move?

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
CO: Sir why aren't we doing the ritual yet? ::she whispers?::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
XO: Apparently the ritual isn't the correct one.

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
OPS: I feel as if someone is frying my brains in canola oil and adding Tabasco to spice them up. And I can try to move with your help please.

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
CO: What’s wrong with it? Has Havel been able to tell us?

Havel says:
:: whips the dust into a cloud as the temperature in the cave drops suddenly to almost freezing point :: All: Why do you not help me?

FCO_Cdt_Ferrone says:
@ :: trying to determine if he can blow out the rocks by overloading his phaser without bringing the rest of the cave down::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
::Struggles forward.:: Havel: How do I help you?

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Shivers....::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Offers the CEO her shoulder to lean on and wraps his arm around her neck.::  CEO:  Maybe if we get you further away from Havel, the pain will lesson slightly.

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
::shivers against the cold::

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
OPS: Good idea dear.

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Helps him walk away from Havel, hoping it will lessen the pain.::  CEO:  This way .. slowly.

Havel says:
CO: Why do you not call forth the water from the great sea and consult the orb? My soul longs to be with my family again.

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Thinks to self, "Orb?" we so need a real vedik."::

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
*FCO*: Cadet Ferrone, do you copy?

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
CO: I think Havel means us to find the orb and call forth the great waters from the sea with it.

FCO_Cdt_Ferrone says:
@ :: tries to move away some of the smaller rocks from the entrance ::

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
CO: He might still be unconscious Sir, he got banged up during the landing, I had to treat him and leave him in the shuttle.

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
OPS: Thank you. Darn all this is truly annoying.

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
:Shakes his head.:: Havel: Can you not speak in riddles?  :: Taps the phaser again and raises it to the "Cave opening"::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Walks away from the mist.::  CEO:  Do you feel any better at all?

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
CTO: He is not unconscious I would know if he were.

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
::Keeps an eye on everyone to make sure more medical or Tactical services aren't needed, and stays out from underfoot, letting the command and science types work::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
XO: I've had enough of this.  Fires at the debris pile.::

Havel says:
CO: I speak as I have always spoken. You must find the vedek and bring the orb and call for the water of the great sea. Do you not understand these things?

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
Havel: We don't know your world, we're not from here. Can we return with one of your Holy People, a Vedik.

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
Havel: Then please why did you not tell us this from the start?  We would have done what you ask with out hesitation.

FCO_Cdt_Ferrone says:
@ ::struggling along at getting rid of some of the rocks...  wonders if he should really chance it by overloading his phaser ::

Havel says:
XO: You would do this?

Host Tim says:
ACTION: THE TOP MOST ROCK OF THE PILE DISINTEGRATES

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
Havel: Of course we would.

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
Havel: Yes, we would.

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
::is frustrated at this point::

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
CO: Need some help there Sir?

Havel says:
XO: Your word?

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
Havel: Of course we would have if you had asked.

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
Havel: Yes, I will do my best to bring a Vedik here to complete your Death ceremony.

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
Havel: We cannot bring anyone until we get out of here. ::Fires again.::

Havel says:
XO: You are wise as well as beautiful.

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
XO: I met several on my tours sir, I could help introduce you.

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
::now sees the connection::

FCO_Cdt_Ferrone says:
@ ::looks up at a weird sound...  sees some of the rocks shifting at the top...  hugs the rocks he's on, hoping nothing drops on him ::

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
OPS: No Tayla, still the same sensation of Haven exploring exotic cooking with my brain.

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
::Pulls her phaser out and gets at a good angle, then fires to help clear the debris pile from the cave mouth::

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Blinks.:: Havel: Thank You. ::Glances again at the CTO.::

Havel says:
CO: I have her word. I will help you because she promises to set me free.

Host Tim says:
ACTION: MORE ROCKS EXPLODE INSIDE THE CAVE FROM THE TOP OF THE ROCK PILE

Havel says:
:: raises his hands above his head ::

FCO_Cdt_Ferrone says:
@ ::yells out::  Is anyone in there?!?  ::trying to keep his head down::

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
All: Ok...

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Sighs.::  CEO:  I don't know what else to do.  I could stun you with a phaser.  Then you won't be awake to feel the pain.  ::Tries not to make it sound so funny cause she is serious.::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
::Stops firing and turns to the XO:  XO: This pressure has to stop.:: ::Holds one hand on the side of his head.::

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
OPS: I guess I will have to be a man and endure the pain...you just let me look at you. That helps.

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
Havel: Can you stop the pressure in the heads of my comrades. ::Wondering why she feels nothing.::

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
::Continues wearing down the rock pile with her phaser, trying to do something constructive::

Host Tim says:
ACTION: THE MIST RACES FROM HAVEL'S HANDS TO EMBRACE THE ROCK PILE

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
::Struggles to remain coherent.::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Feels sorry for the CEO.::  CEO:  If I could do anything, take half of your pain, I would do it.

Havel says:
All: The prophets favor me again. Let all that are here be set free.

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
::hopes the FCO is not on top or near it::

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
::hears what Havel says and thinks twice::

FCO_Cdt_Ferrone says:
@ :: feels the rocks begin to shake...  takes a chance and pushes away from the rocks...  ::

Havel says:
All: The mist of time seeks its level. Part the way and let them go.

Host Tim says:
ACTION: THE ROCK PILE RUMBLES AND GROANS AS THE ROCKS SHIFT

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
OPS: I know you would, all of it if you could. :tries to smile::

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
::prays she is wrong::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CEO:  Look .. I think something's happening.  ::Points to the rocks at the entrance.::

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
::Stops firing her phaser and watches and waits, ready to blast any rock that might threaten the team::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
::Steps closer to Paige and places a hand on her shoulder to support himself.::

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
OPS: Maybe we will manage to get out.

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
Havel: Please, stop the pressure. ::Supports the CO.::

FCO_Cdt_Ferrone says:
@:: drops to the ground, hands over his head and hopes those vapors weren't really natural gas fumes::

Host Tim says:
ACTION: THE ROCK PILE EXPLODES OUTWARD BARELY MISSING CADET FERRONE LEAVING A WIDE OPENING AT THE CAVE MOUTH

Havel says:
:: fades farther back into the cave as the mist envelopes the rocks ::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CEO:  We're free.  Let's go!  ::Doesn't wait for him to respond.  Supports his arm over her shoulder and starts to walk toward the entrance.::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
::Feels the rush of air as the cave opens up.::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Coughs a bit from the dust.::

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
ALL: Let’s go, maybe distance will help. ::Helps CO out of cave.::

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
::runs with ops::

FCO_Cdt_Ferrone says:
@ :: gets pelted with rocks, thankfully none that would cause any serious damage...  but enough to start his head swimming again ::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
::Holds onto Paige as she helps him to the opening.::

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
CO: I can take us to the local Vediks sir, I met a few on my tours of the temples and shrines the last several days. I'm sure I can introduce us and find one willing to help us.

FCO_Cdt_Ferrone says:
@ ::tries to get up but his head swoons and he drops back to the ground::

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
::runs with the rest::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Rushes to the cave entrance.::  CEO:  Let's go.

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
CTO: Make sure everyone is out safe first.

Havel says:
:: calls out in a ghostly tone as the others leave :: All: Remember your promise!!!

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
::Makes sure everyone gets out, follows last, securing all the gear left behind::

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
All: Medical on the FCO. CO: How do you feel Sir?

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
XO: Better........I think, At least were out.

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
CO: Everyone's out Sir. ::Moves to help the FCO::

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
OPS: Oh the storm is over and I feel a tad better.

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
CTO: Thank you.

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
CTO: Is the shuttle nearby? Do we have communications?

Havel says:
:: repeats the words :: All: Remember your promise!!

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Takes in the fresh air and notices the sun shining out side the cave.:::  CEO:  Sunlight!  It stopped raining.  ::Looks for a rainbow.::

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
XO: It took a lightning hit Sir. We might have to do some repairs.

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
::shivers slightly::

Host Tim says:
ACTION: A BAJORAN SEARCH TEAM SHUTTLE ARRIVES OVERHEAD

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
::points:: 200 meters, that way. At your campsite.

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
XO: Good idea. ::frowns as he can still hear Havel's last words.::

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Waves at the shuttle.::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
:::Wonders what happens if they forget the promise.::

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
OPS: Now we just need to find a leprechaun and he will give us the orb for the ghost. ::laughs feeling much better::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CEO:  How's your head now?

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
ALL: Let’s not forget, you don't want to know all the stories of ghostly vengeance...

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
::Works on the FCO's injuries::

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
CO: Something tells me this is not over and done with.

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
SO: I am sure of that.

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
::Fires a flare to attract the attention of the search and rescue shuttle::

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
::hugs Tayla:: OPS: much better now.

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
::sits on a rock debating::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Hugs him back.::  CEO:  Some vacation.  Remind me not to go camping with the Captain and Commander ever again.

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
ALL: Are we ready to move?

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
OPS: Never I promise.

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
CTO: Soon as we can we need to contact those vediks you were talking about.

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
XO: Yes Sir, just need a hand moving the FCO here, still suffering from a concussion from the rough landing.

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CEO:  Oh my!  I just thought of something.  What about our air glider?

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
XO: Make sure we try to help Havel.

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
XO: As soon as we get our folks secure I'll take you first thing Sir.

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
::is not sure still::

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
OPS: The insurance company will come pick it up, I think.

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
::Makes a note of the cave position so they can find it again::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
::Nods starting to feel better.::

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
::her pain is easing up rapidly at this point::

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
CO/CTO: Yes Sir. First thing, soon as everyone is secure the CTO and I will handle it if that’s ok Sir?

Host Tim says:
ACTION: A ROCK FALLS FROM THE REMAINDER OF THE ROCK PILE AND BARELY MISSES LIEUTENANT ROCHELLE

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
::gets up and walks to the shuttle::

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
Out loud: Yikes that was too close.

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
::jumps as it misses her::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
::Turns and looks at Rochelle:: SO: Don't get hurt now!

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CEO:  If there's anything left of it.  That was a nasty storm.

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
XO: That is fine

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
CO: All I did was try to help Havel.

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
ALL: All to the shuttle!

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
::heads for the shuttle.::

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Nods to the CO.:: CO: And thanks for saving my life back there...

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
OPS: True, well they are cheap and easy to replicate. i will build them another one. Now let's go to the shuttle.

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
::Makes sure everyone reaches the shuttle and secures all the team's gear. Is the last one onboard::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CEO:  Okay.  ::Smiles at him.::

Host CO_Capt_Cerdan says:
::Keeps a hand on Paige’s shoulder as they head for the shuttle.:: XO: And I thank you as well . ::Smiles gently.::

CEO_Lt_Delgado says:
::smiles back and lead Tayla's toward the rescue shuttle::

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Stands at shuttle down, finally letting the CTO have last glare as XO is second to last to enter shuttle.::

SO_Lt_Ariel_Rochelle says:
::sits in a corner alone::

XO_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Shares a relieved grin with the CO.::

CTO_Lt_Hembrook says:
::Hops onboard as the XO is on and secured::

Host Tim says:
<<<End Mission>>>

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