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USS Elara

“Starship Elara”

Starring

 Bernie Wallowitch as Captain Bernie Wall 
 Terry Imrie as Commander Joseph Timrok 
 Eldad Ben-Tovim as Commander Maor
 Karen Barkas as Lieutenant Karida Janan
Bruce Oriani as Ensign T'pucnamushi
     Michael Hiles as Ensign Maximus Heller
     Kyle Cordek as Ensign So’ta La’tan
     Paul Lennon as Ensign Nerome -Larix- Talmil and Nurse Lockheart

And

Lília Perfeito as Ensign Lost, Ensign Solie, Chief Ulu and Dr Sanok

Host SM_Lilia says:
=/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= Begin USS Elara "Starship Elara, part II" 10301.12 =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\=
Host SM_Lilia says:
ACTION: The USS Elara remains hidden behind a moon, orbiting Montemor III
Host SM_Lilia says:
ACTION: The Away team is sitting on the observation lounge on the archaeological site. Dr Sanok is with them
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
::working at the science station:: CO: Captain I believe a low-level phaser or energy burst might be enough to disrupt the cloak on Montemor III to get some scans, sir!
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
::verifies there position and conducts his hourly scan of the system and surrounding space::
XO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
@::makes himself comfortable::
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
CSO: no firing, I think its a little to much under the circumstances
Host Dr_Sanok says:
@XO/CNS: I have asked you to come here because I fear someone may be listening to our transmissions
CNS_Lt_Janan says:
@::sits watching Sanok::
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
CO: We don't need to use phasers a low-level energy burst could do the trick not enough to damage sir.
CEO_LtJG_Heller says:
@::remains standing and listens to Sanok::
XO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
@Sanok: such as who?
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
::Scans the object::
CNS_Lt_Janan says:
@ ::turns to the XO:: Self: and why. 
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
::frowns, as he detects a faint plasma signature. Conducts a second, more intensive scan::
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
CSO: understood, if force develops itself as a need then we will do, but for now, let Commander Timrok talk with him first, just data gathering without force for now
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
::scans the planet for transmissions::
Host Dr_Sanok says:
@XO: We do not know, that is why we asked Starfleet for help. Two days ago we detected what appeared to be a vessel for only brief moments. We think someone is exploring this system
Host Dr_Sanok says:
@XO: ... or worse
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
::finds nothing more from the second scan:: CO: Captain, I'm detecting a faint plasma signature in the system. It could be another vessel...
XO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
@Sanok: we are eager to see whatever data you might have, were you able to obtain any sensor reading?
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
::scans to see if any quantum singularities in the system::
XO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
@:: wonder just how much worse Sanok might imagine::
Host Dr_Sanok says:
@::shakes head:: XO: I am afraid not, our long range scanners are not very accurate
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
CTO: see if you can focus a pinpoint, keep monitoring it and keep me informed
CNS_Lt_Janan says:
::nods slightly at the XO's comment::
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
CO: Aye sir... ::begins to triangulate the position of the plasma signature::
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
CTO: Try an look for a quantum singularity as a signature.
Host Dr_Sanok says:
@::gets up and activates a console:: XO/CNS: If you wish you can look but there isn't much
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
::glances at the CSO:: CSO: Why? You suspect Romulan involvement?
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
::Turns around:: CTO: Might be some Romulan involvement for all we know with the recent troubles.
XO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
@:: moves over to the console::
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
CTO/CSO: if you get a positive signature then try to match it with a ships design in our database
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
::Turns around and looks at science station::
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
CSO: Coming from a man of science, I would find that hypothesis to be surprisingly faulty. ::finds no exact location for the signature but has a general bearing:: 
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
CO: Captain, the signature appears to be several day's old ... if a vessel did cause it, it's long since left the system. Bearing 123 mark 7.
CEO_LtJG_Heller says:
@::moves to the console::
XO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
@ All: it appears the vessel simply vanished - from the station sensors at least
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
::checks bearing 123 mark 7::
CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Glances away from his console, he turns to face the CTO:: CTO: Any planets near that location?
Host Dr_Sanok says:
@::nods:: XO/CNS: That is why we suspect a cloaking device
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
CSO: is there a trail left in that direction?
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
::scans to check if there is a trail::
CNS_Lt_Janan says:
@ XO: But what would someone gain by checking out the research team here?
XO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
@: CEO: perhaps if we used the information here to get a more precise location, we could run a more localized scan from the Elara - there must be some cloaking technology involved don’t you think?
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
CSO: Montemor II is along that bearing. If you'd like to project out the course further you'd likely encounter any number of planetary bodies.
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
CO: Captain the plasma signature could be a trail sir.
XO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
@CNS: you assume they were here to investigate the research station
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
CSO/CO: This is likely nothing more than ionized plasma particulates... 
CEO_LtJG_Heller says:
@XO:  Yes sir, would defiantly cut down on our search area.
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
CO: Captain sometimes smuggler ships with cloaking devices would leave a trail of plasma  or ions.
Host Dr_Sanok says:
@XO: We have not found much here. The civilization on this planet is long lost. Whoever this is could have found something we didn't or they are not interested in us at all
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
::works on scanning the second planet for plasma trail::
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
::ignores the plasma trail and accesses the long-range subspace communications array, transmitting a message to the Vulcan Science Academy requesting information on Doctor Sanok::
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
CSO: very good...narrow the possibilities down
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
CO: Yes sir.
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
::Works on recalibrating the polytronic matrix in sensors to narrow down locations::
XO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
@Sanok: it seems possible that they might also be studying the Montemor system
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
CIV: anything you can add from experience any knowledge of this system
CNS_Lt_Janan says:
@ XO: If they were just studying the system why would they feel the need to employ a cloaking device.
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
::receives a reply transmission from Vulcan and begins to form a report for the Captain::
Host Dr_Sanok says:
@CNS: Because Starfleet has forbidden any unauthorized visits, to protect the people of Montemor II
XO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
@CNS: for the same reasons that this research station is kept hidden, Sanok: then it is logical to assume we are dealing with a non-federation race, or treasure hunters
Host Dr_Sanok says:
@XO/CNS/CEO: I cannot imagine why a cloaked vessel would come here and that is why I called Starfleet for assistance
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
::transmits the report to the Captain's Ready Room:: CO: Captain, I have compiled a report for you on Doctor Sanok based off  information received from the Vulcan Science Academy. It has been transmitted to your Ready Room. Needless to say, there is nothing within the report, which makes me further suspicious of the Doctor.
Host Dr_Sanok says:
@XO: Yes, it is very likely
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
CO: Captain, Maybe we could get a DNA sample of some kind sir.
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
CTO: very good
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
::glares across the bridge at La'Tan:: CSO: I am glad you are not so doubtful of my identity.
CEO_LtJG_Heller says:
@All:  It is also possible that whoever they are aren't interested in this planet but in Montemor II.
CNS_Lt_Janan says:
@ CEO: That’s very possible
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
CSO: no that won't be required now, my suspiciousness are easing as well
Host Dr_Sanok says:
@XO/CNS/CEO: Do you have any further questions? I have work to attend to.
XO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
@CEO: transmit the data we have here back to the Elara, co-ordinate with tactical and see if the localized scans turn anything up.. also see if you can re-calibrate the sensor systems in here on the station to better detect cloaking technology
XO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
@Sanok: thank you for your help, we will return to the Elara shortly
CEO_LtJG_Heller says:
@COMM:  CTO:  I am transmitting coordinates from the station sensors to your console localize your scans there.
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
COM: XO: report, what is happening down there did you learn much?
Host Dr_Sanok says:
@::nods:: XO: I will be available for further questions but please use a coded channel. You may beam out when you wish. Live long and Prosper
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
COM: CEO: Understood. Please also provide any scans the Doctor's team took of the vessel they observed.
Host Dr_Sanok says:
@::leaves the room::
XO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
@ *CO* we have retrieved the sensor data from the station and are ready to beam back to the Elara
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
Self: Finally I can look at that data.
XO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
@CNS: what do you think CNS, can we trust him?
CEO_LtJG_Heller says:
@COM:  CTO:  Sending now.  ::transmits all the stations sensor logs over::
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
COM: XO: very good, you may do so when your ready, we have discovered a possible trail for us to follow
CNS_Lt_Janan says:
@ XO: I have no reason not to trust him, he is who he appears to be and most definitely a typical Vulcan.
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
::notices vessel:: CO: Captain the vessel was detected in the proximity of the plasma signature sir.
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
::steps away from the tactical console and receives the data at a rear station on the bridge:: Self: Hmm... CO: Captain, the location that the vessel was observed corresponds with the plasma signature we located. However, it's of a configuration I am not familiar with.
XO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
@::raises an eyebrow at the CNS::
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
::tries to determine what alloys were used to build the hull of the vessel, so they can cut down on the number of planets with access to those alloys::
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
CTO: new visitors "in town" huh, we will have to be careful
CNS_Lt_Janan says:
@ ::Smiles slightly:: Self: I don't think that was the answer he wanted.
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
::scans the logs to see if there is anything on cloaking devices
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
CO: Captain, given the proximity of this vessel to Montemor II it's quite likely that the natives have already had some degree of cultural contamination. I suggest we send a heavily armed security detachment to the surface to find out the extent of that contamination and wipe out its source.
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
CSO: work with the CTO in finding our mysterious ship
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
CO: Captain, I wouldn't recommend that they might be afraid of technology sir, it will also violate the PD.
XO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
@ COM: ELARA OPS: Timrok here, AT ready to beam up
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
CTO: yes I agree with your concern, but that is a little to much, suppose the inhabitants of Montemor II discover our teams as well
Host SM_Lilia says:
<OPS_Solie>CO: AT reports ready to beam up
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
OPS: beam them up
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
CO: Captain, I suggest we at least use surgery to blend us in with the local population sir.
Host SM_Lilia says:
<OPS_Solie>::nods and beams the away team to TR1::
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
CO: We have no reason to believe they are anything but normal humanoids ... neutralizing the indigenous population should prove relatively easy.
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
CO: Captain, this could create some problems with the federation down the road sir.
Host SM_Lilia says:
ACTION: The CEO, CNS and XO find their molecules scattered then reunited on TR1 aboard the Elara 
XO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
::nods a gesture of thanks to the transporter chief as he exits the TR::
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
::muttering:: CSO: Bureaucrat...
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
CTO: we will use that option later if needed
CNS_Lt_Janan says:
::heads out of the transporter room::
CEO_LtJG_Heller says:
::exits the transporter room::
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
FCO: takes us out of orbit, set course following that trail and engage full impulse
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
CSO: agreed we might just run into them if we follow the trail left, they maybe still in the area
Host SM_Lilia says:
<FCO_Lost>CO: sir, we will be visible to the Montemorians if we leave the moon
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
::still thinks the answer lies on the surface on Montemor II but keeps quiet::
XO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
::enters the TL waiting for the others before ordering the TL to the bridge:
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
CO:: Captain, we could modify a shuttle not to be detected sir.
CNS_Lt_Janan says:
::quickly steps into the TL behind the XO::
CEO_LtJG_Heller says:
::enter TL::
XO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
CNS: i am curious, what IS a typical Vulcan?
CNS_Lt_Janan says:
::smiles:: XO: So hard to read emotionally they give nothing away, I could not tell you what his intentions are only that he was behaving in a very Vulcan manner, which is what i was expecting.
XO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
::looks thoughtful for a second before facing the now opening TL doors & exits onto the bridge::
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
::rises from the rear station and returns to his tactical post:: XO: Welcome back, Commander Timrok.
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
FCO Lost: engage! there telescopes will not detect us, we may just appear to be a comet or something to them if they are looking
CNS_Lt_Janan says:
::follows the XO onto the bridge and makes her way to her seat::
XO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
CTO: Thank you, did you find anything from the sensor data the CEO transmitted?
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
XO: welcome back
CEO_LtJG_Heller says:
::enters the bridge and goes to the Eng station::
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
XO: Yes, we believe this vessel spent some time in, or very near, orbit of Montemor II. We've detected the plasma signature its engines left when leaving the area.
Host SM_Lilia says:
<FCO_Lost>CO: Aye sir ... Self: Some comet that orbits a planet
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
CEO: adjust our deflectors to appear to be a flicker star or comet just in case
Host SM_Lilia says:
<FCO_Lost>:: engages impulse engines heading towards Montemor II::
XO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
::nods to the CO:: CO: from the information dr Sanok provided it would appear we are either dealing with a non federation research team or perhaps treasure hunters
Host SM_Lilia says:
ACTION: The USS Elara leaves the safety of the Moon and heads into orbit of Montemor II
CEO_LtJG_Heller says:
CO:  Aye sir.  ::adjusts deflectors::
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
::detects frequency and amplitude modulated radio waves coming from Montemor II and his antennae twitch curiously::
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
CO: We are being hailed, Captain ... I am receiving 285,000 messages on low-band radio.
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
CEO: and do anything else to hide the Elara from Montemor II as we get closer
Host SM_Lilia says:
<FCO_Lost>CO: We are reaching the position of the plasma signature
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
CO: Can we put the transmission on sir.
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
CO:: We don't have to respond to it sir.
CEO_LtJG_Heller says:
::keeps his eyes on his console tinkering with deflector control::
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
CTO: we don't respond
XO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
::trying to ignore the distracting twitching of the CTO`s antennae:: CTO: did the readings correspond to anything in the database? ::trying to hold back the urge to access the TAC console::
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
CO: Wait ... this appears to be a general message. Something about traffic on interstate 33...
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
CO: Captain, if I am not mistaking, interstate is an North American thing I think.
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
FCO: when we reach it, all stop
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
CO: 100,000 appear to contain music, another 30,000 messages are of a speaking variety, 15,000 relate to some kind of sporting event...
Host SM_Lilia says:
<FCO_Lost>::nods::
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
CTO: Can you pick up what language it is I would like to hear a sample.
Host SM_Lilia says:
<FCO_Lost>CO: we are at the given coordinates, all stop
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
::directs one talk show to the CSO's console:: CSO: At your console...
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
::turns a sample and watches to the sample::
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
XO: The configuration of the vessel was unfamiliar to me at first examination. I will need visual records, which Doctor Sanok did not have, to make a further analysis.
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
::works on universal translator to translate it and puts talk show speakers on main bridge speakers::
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
CSO: now that were this close, scan for anything usual technology on the surface of Montemor II that doesn’t match there current level of technology
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
::scans to see if any odd bits of technology show up::
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
CSO: signatures...etc.
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
CO: Yes sir.
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
::grows irritated as the 'talk show' assaults his sensitive senses::
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
::Wishes I had solitaire at my console::
XO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
CTO: that is unfortunate ::begins walking around the bridge looking over everybody’s shoulders::
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
All: if we find anything then we know that our mysterious ship has been on Montemor II
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
CO: Sir there is something odd fusion is on this planet.
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
::orders the torpedo bay to load photon torpedoes in case they detect any technology that needs to be 'removed' from the planets surface::
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
CO: Sir there is also something underground which is smaller then the one on Montemor III.
CNS_Lt_Janan says:
::looks towards the CSO:: Self: Interesting
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
CSO: can we scan that location
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
CO: No that’s what is odd.
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
CO: its the center of a large city sir.
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
CTO: ::looks at his status panel:: why are we loading torpedoes in to the bays?
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
CO: its also underground sir.
CEO_LtJG_Heller says:
CO:  Might I suggest we have the computer scan through the radio signals for any mention of anything unusual in the skies during the timeframe that the vessel would have been in the area.
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
CEO: good idea...
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
::thinks for a moment and comes up with a human expression:: CO: Better safe than sorry?
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
CTO: scan for such dialogue in there transmissions
XO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
::bites his lip::
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
CTO: cancel and undo that torpedo command, we are Starfleet not the Klingons, we handle such matters without force
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
Self: laughs a bit to himself.
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
::grumbles and glowers at the CO, but reluctantly orders the torpedo tubes unloaded:: 
Host CO_Captain_Wall says:
XO: ::looks over to the XO: a true Andorian at heart
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
CTO: Just think diplomacy is what made the federation the most powerful power in the alpha and beta quadrant
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
XO: Aye sir... ::begins a running scan for any references to lucy in the sky with diamonds::
XO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
::turns to the CO:: so it would seem ::tries not to look too disappointed::
CTO_Ens_Kyran says:
::frowns:: CO/XO: Their are approximately 50 messages referencing a celestial object in the sky over the northern hemisphere. Several messages apparently believe it's a deity, while others believe it's some kind of military craft...
XO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
CO / CTO: that’s not good
CSO_ENS_La`Tan says:
ALL: Well we really screwed up this time.
CEO_LtJG_Heller says:
::pushes a few buttons and changes the deflector settings again::
Host SM_Lilia says:
=/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= End USS Elara "Starship Elara, part II" 10301.12 =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\=
 
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