USS Nighthawk, Mission Transcript 10512.17
Mission Number 249
The unclothed truth:  Finale…
Part XI

Cast
Tim Schols as Commander Gary Jackson 
Lilia Perfeito as Commander Alexandra Gomes 
Karriaunna Scotti as Lieutenant Suzianna Storm
Patrick de Ruiter as Ensign Ar-kol & Ra-kol
Scott Knight as Ensign Caelan Trigger

Ship Manager 
Karriaunna Scotti 

Missing in Action 
Sam Hung as Captain Sid Monroe
Chris Esterhuyse as Commander Varesh (excused)
Jim Koeller as Lieutenant JG Aaron Knight
Scott McCracken as Lieutenant Ardin G’Dar (excused)

NPC’s
Lilia Perfeito as OPS Yel 
Patrick de Ruiter as Nurse Nightingale

Summary
	The Chameleon has returned to the damaged Nighthawk safely, their mission accomplished.  While the captain lies unconscious in medical due to working on a console that had exploded, the command crew works out what they should do to deal with the insects on the planet as well as the ships current status.
	In sickbay, the new CMO and his staff works diligently on those who need his help, however, he is unable to save the counselor, who becomes his first casualty.  Throughout the ship, shock of the counselor’s death slowly begins to penetrate.

Announcements

•	Have a lovely holiday… and be safe.
•	It was decided we would go to Risa for our R&R which begins next week and will be for the next two weeks.
•	If you are behind in logs, the break is really a good time to catch up… :: hint hint::

Time Lapse:
	Three weeks:  Storm sets up a base of operation on the planet to work on the bugs.  SF sends a ship to protect the planet.  Nighthawk makes it to SB 78 where they leave their vessel to board a ship to Risa while the Nighthawk is being repaired.

First Officer's Log, Stardate 10512.17 - We are almost back at the Nighthawk. We have succeeded in our mission, at the very least partially. We just have to hope nothing else has gone wrong during our flight, something he have failed to notice..

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XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Sitting at the helm once more, seeing the Nighthawk coming up closer and closer on sensors::
CIV Storm says:
:: Sitting in the back a frown on her face.::
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Sitting in the navigation chair on the Chameleon, watching the Nighthawk get bigger and bigger::
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
XO: Shall I contact the Nighthawk?
CMO Ens Trigger says:
:: In the cramped sickbay working on Ra::
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
:: Back in sickbay, having been patched up enough to continue his duties. But since he has no duties yet he just sits and looks after his brother::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Nods:: CSO: Yes, please.. :: Looks out of the window at the real Nighthawk, which is closing still::
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
COM: USS Nighthawk: Nighthawk this is the Chameleon requesting permission to dock
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Prepares the shuttle for the docking maneuvers::

ACTION:  Permission is given.

CMO Ens Trigger says:
Ar-Kol: I think he's ready for me to bring him round.
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
CMO: I agree, it feels a lot better now.
OPS Yel says:
:: Notices yet another blinking light in her console but is grateful its good news:: COM: Chameleon: Permission granted. Just be careful the doors are still sketchy from the blast.

Scenery: The Nighthawk appears on the screen.  All around engineering can be seen breaches.

CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Frowns at the scaring on the hull.::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Hears the advice from OPS and takes a mental note to be careful in the approach and aim for the middle of the shuttlebay door opening, his eyes no longer on the Nighthawk herself::
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Wonders what they will find out inside::
CMO Ens Trigger says:
:: Administers a hypospray to Ra to bring him out of his sleep::
CIV Storm says:
:: Stands up and walks to the screen to look out.::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Looks up for a moment, noticing the change of outside looks for the ship and turns to look at Gomes:: CSO: The captain mentioned some problems... But this..?
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Watches the CIV approaching:: CIV: The Captain mentioned a bomb but I had no idea the damage was this extensive.

ACTION:  The shuttle doors have opened to receive the Chameleon, but they only opened half way.
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Nods in agreement with the XO:: XO: The situation looks grim indeed
CIV Storm says:
CSO:  Nor had I. I wonder what exactly caused the explosion.
CTO Ens Ra-Kol says:
:: As his dream fades away he opens his eyes and sees the CMO and sees - and feels - his brother:: Ar-Kol: We made it. This is the last time we're doing something like this
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
CIV: Unknown. But I am reading very few life signs aboard ... I think the ship has been evacuated. Only essential personnel left.
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
XO: Can you make it pass the doors? Want me to try?
CIV Storm says:
CSO:  Is that normal?
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
:: Smiles:: Ra-Kol: I agree. No problem with the danger, but this was a bit too close for comfort
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
CIV: No... But with the explosions, I am surprised we have a shuttlebay at all
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Nods, looking down at the instruments again:: CSO: I'm taking her in... :: Steers the Chameleon towards the not fully opened shuttlebay doors:: I think I can manage.. :: Smiles slightly::
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Smiles vaguely:: Self: It was worth to try
CIV Storm says:
CSO:  Yea... but that was damaged earlier.  This looks to be more around your engineering section... at least I think I have the right area.
CMO Ens Trigger says:
:: Looks between the CTOs:: CTO/CTO: Sounds like you've been in the wars guys.
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
CIV: Yes you do. But our main power is there...thats the heart and lungs of the Nighthawk...so to speak
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Approaches the bay doors and aims for the middle, right in between. The gap looked to be large enough.::
CIV Storm says:
:: Looks at sensors:: CSO:  Ship appears to be running on minimal power.
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
Ra-Kol: oh by the way, we're CTO on the Nighthawk, Re.. err, Admiral Harlan gave us our orders
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Watches the viewscreen with apprehension and wishing she was in controls::
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Nods:: CIV: They knew where to hurt us ...
CTO Ens Ra-Kol says:
CMO: Wars? Well, you could say that. but i think it's more a matter of being lucky too many times. I don't believe in luck, but i know it's running out
CIV Storm says:
CSO:  The insurgents... they seem to be getting better and better. :: Under her breath::  I wonder what their next surprise will be.
CMO Ens Trigger says:
CTO: Yes, I received a copy of those orders Ensign, Up until then I was aCTO myself. :: Pauses:: Incidentally, I'm Caelan Trigger... Chief Medic.
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
CIV: And its not like we have a target. :: Sighs:: CIV: This is the worse type of violence, you don't know where to find them or where they will attack next
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
:: Raises an eyebrow:: CMO: from CTO to CMO… quite a switch. :: Extends his hand:: CMO: Ar-Kol, new CTO i guess. and this is my brother Ra-kol... also CTO

ACTION:  With a hairs breath, the Chameleon slips through the bay doors and lands amidst chaos.

XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Takes the Chameleon through the gap and puts her down on the shuttlebay floor::
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Sighs in relief:: XO: Nice entry
CMO Ens Trigger says:
:: Thinks "this could get confusing"::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
All: Alright, we're here... ::Gets up:: I suggest we get moving to see where we can be of assistance...
CTO Ens Ra-Kol says:
:: Smiles:: CMO: Should make quite a nice change..2 CTO's
CIV Storm says:
CSO:  Agreed.  By the way, I think I might have an idea to clear the waters of Freedom.  I am concerned what it might do to other sea life... but it might be worth it.
CMO Ens Trigger says:
:: Feels a slight thud:: *XO*: I take it we're back now Commander.
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Starts downloading all data from the Chameleon to the Nighthawk computer and grabs her tricorder::
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
CIV: What’s on your mind? :: Gets up::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
*CMO*: That is correct... Expect madness and mayhem out there...
CMO Ens Trigger says:
*XO*: Guess I'd better get straight to sickbay then. Trigger out.
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
:: Looks at Ra-Kol for a moment::
CTO Ens Ra-Kol says:
:: Nods::
CIV Storm says:
:: Pulls out a padd and shows her some ideas and the figures as well as the consequence to some of the other ocean life.::
CMO Ens Trigger says:
:: Turns to the CTOs:: CTO: I suggest you accompany the XO to the bridge, I'm sure he'll have a job for you.
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Looks thoughtfully at the PADD::
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
CMO: Let’s hope they do more with it then they did 2 hours ago. I'm sure Ra-Kol is in good hands
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Exits the Chameleon and looks around for a moment::
CMO Ens Trigger says:
:: Heads out of the small sickbay and down the access ramp before exiting the shuttlebay and heading directly for the NH Sickbay::
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
:: Nods at the CMO, then leaves the small sickbay to see if there's something he can do::
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Nods looking:: CIV: We risk destroying the ocean life and not even harming the bug but .. Given the circumstances it might be worth it. the question is, are the locals ready to accept this?
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Walks outside as well, with the CIV::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Walks over to the exit and turns to the nearest TL:: TL: Bridge.
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Follows into the TL too::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Holds the TL doors until all are in::
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
:: Enters the TL and nods to all who are present::
CIV Storm says:
:: Following along::  CSO:  Ummm... that I do not know.  But if they leave them... they will overrun the planet and possibly destroy everything in the long run as well.  They won't be able to stay... at least not safely.
CMO Ens Trigger says:
:: Takes a deep breath and composes himself before allowing the sickbay doors in front of him to open and stepping in:: Nurse: Status!
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
CIV: That’s a matter for our commanding officers to deal with :: Glances at Jackson:: CIV: But I generally agree its an option
CIV Storm says:
CSO:  So what now?
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
CIV: We put the cards on the table for the command staff to deal
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Nods as the doors close:: CIV: It will be up to the captain to give the final call, although since it has a good chance, it does have my recommendation to do it..
Nurse Nightingale says:
CMO: Sir, we have 12 very serious cases which require your attention. And a hand ful which i'm working on right now
CIV Storm says:
XO:  I am glad it is not mine.  The long term affects of destroying other species... ::Shrugs sadly::
CMO Ens Trigger says:
Nurse: Get me a triage list. :: Looks at the biobed in the corner:: Is that the Captain?
Nurse Nightingale says:
CMO: Sir, one of the serious cases is the captain.
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
XO: Dr Storm's ideas are good in my opinion. But they involve releasing toxic agents in various forms under water; which will likely destroy the whole ecosystem. While we are not sure it will destroy the bugs
Nurse Nightingale says:
CMO: yes sir, he was down at engineering when the explosion took place
CIV Storm says:
:: Pulls the bug box out of her pocket.:: CSO: We could test it... we could also catch a few from the waters.
CMO Ens Trigger says:
:: Approaches the CO with a medical tricorder:: Self: Third degree burns, embedded shrapnel, More internal bleeding... Nurse: We'll stop that first... Laser scalpel…
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Nods slowly as the TL comes to a halt again:: CSO: It would be comfortable to know things for certain even before they were put into action.. Unfortunately, we do not have that luxury. Something needs to be done either way, and this is what I think is the less radical solution, compared to what I have in mind myself.
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
CIV: Indeed, though that will take some time
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
:: Listens as the other officers are discussing options::
CIV Storm says:
XO: What do you have in mind?
Nurse Nightingale says:
:: Gets a scalpel from a nearby tray and hands it to the CMO:: CMO: scalpel
CMO Ens Trigger says:
:: Takes the scalpel and opens up the area where the bleed is at its worst and searches for the source::
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
XO: I would still suggest we don't do this without the approval of the locals. I dont think Starfleet gave us carte blanche to destroy a planet’s wild life.
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
CIV: Something more radical. Vaporize the water with our phasers, that should also take care of them. Assuming they live under water only and cannot survive elsewhere... Your option is even safer.
CMO Ens Trigger says:
Nurse: Get some suction in here.
CTO Ens Ra-Kol says:
:: In sickbay, standing in a corner since all beds are occupied::
CIV Storm says:
:: Lifts a brow:: XO:  Your option... you might as well destroy the planet.
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
CSO: As I said, it will be the CO's call.. He'll have to talk to the locals about it... ::Nods at Storm:: CIV: And that is why I like yours much better..
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
XO: The planet has a lot of water. Much more than Earth. I don’t think the atmosphere can take all that vapor
Nurse Nightingale says:
:: Applies suction to the area the CMO pointed out::
Nurse Nightingale says:
:: Looks around and notices Ra-Kol standing:: CMO: Sir, one of the wounded is standing there. We need more beds in here
CIV Storm says:
XO:  Should I get started on it now?
CIV Storm says:
XO:  Testing that is.
CMO Ens Trigger says:
:: Quickly finds the bleed and seals it making sure there is no other bleeds before closing the incision and beginning to remove the shrapnel::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
CIV: Yes, as far as you can, please... If we have at least some test results to show the captain, it would make it easier for him to cast a verdict or present a case to the locals..
Nurse Nightingale says:
:: Continues assisting the CMO::
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
All: Can't we find a virus that will solely target the bugs?
CIV Storm says:
CSO:  Any thoughts before I destroy our currently only sample?  And is it at all possible to capture a few more to test?
CMO Ens Trigger says:
Nurse: Break the stretchers out of storage and open the lounge as a triage room... I want life threatening injuries only in sickbay.
CIV Storm says:
CTO:  I might... given enough samples and time.
OPS Yel says:
XO: Commander Jackson, welcome aboard. Engineering has informed me the Captain had to be taken to sickbay. Nothing serious I believe. But he is not fit for duty at the moment
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Relieves the duty officer and takes a seat in the big chair, turning it towards the science station::
CIV Storm says:
:: Bites her lower lip.:: XO: I could stay here on the planet and work on that actually.
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Nods:: OPS: Alright.. I'll check on him later then. What is our status?
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
CIV: Do we know their feeding habits? We could lure some or maybe all
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Finds her way to science one to check on things::
CMO Ens Trigger says:
Nurse: And take mister Kol with you.
CIV Storm says:
CTO:  All this will take time.  With the planets permission, and Admiral Harlan's, I could take the time and do it.  :: smiles::  One of my odd vacations.
OPS Yel says:
XO: Engines are down and we only have a skeleton crew aboard. Our tactical systems are functional though we only have partial power. But the worse is, we have not caught any culprits of the explosion.
CMO Ens Trigger says:
:: Returns to removing the shrapnel from the CO::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Nods:: OPS: Alright... The evacuated crew is on the planet..?
Nurse Nightingale says:
CMO: aye sir. :: Drops her gloves, then calls a few other MO's from beta shift to help set up an alternative sickbay in the lounge. She moves to Ra-Kol and asks him to join her::
CTO Ens Ra-Kol says:
:: Proud as he is, he walks after her to the lounge.::
OPS Yel says:
:: Nods:: XO: Safely on one of the islands. Only the injured remained since they do not have good medical facilities there
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
OPS: Okay. :: Taps his side-console to pull up a status report::
CIV Storm says:
XO:  Sir, the wisest course, would be for me to contact Harlan and have a base of operation set up here for me to do proper research and work on destroying these bugs.  Probably place a temporary quarantine around the planet... a ship to guard her, to make sure no one comes back for their pets.
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
XO: That wouldn't be a bad idea sir. That way we can study them closely in case a few got away from the planet.
CMO Ens Trigger says:
:: Removes the last piece of shrapnel from the CO's leg and has to quickly apply pressure to stem the massive bleed coming from the wound.::
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
XO: I agree with Dr Storm that is the best course of action. But also that we should wait till such ship arrives, especially because we dont know where the saboteurs are
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Nods:: CIV/CTO: I will pass it on.. In fact... ::Looks at OPS:: OPS: How are our long range communications doing?
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
:: Raises an eyebrow:: XO: You are sure the insurrectionists haven't breached our comms?
CMO Ens Trigger says:
:: Quickly grabs the laser scalpel and seals the punctured artery before sealing the wound over it::
OPS Yel says:
XO: Functional...one of the few systems not harmed
CMO Ens Trigger says:
:: Stabilizes the CO and starts working on his burns::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
OPS: Alright, then send out a message with our progress reportand ship's status... And please.. Include our request to establish a research base here, with a starship assigned for protection...
CIV Storm says:
XO:  Sir... with your permission, while we are waiting for permission, may I go see my bro... ummm... Commander Varesh?
OPS Yel says:
:: Nods to Jackson and sends a coded message to Admiral Harlan with that information and awaits reply::
CMO Ens Trigger says:
:: Taps his commbadge:: *XO*: Commander could you come down here please.
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
:: Wonders why the XO doesn't bother to answer him:: XO: Not to mention that this information could be obtained by someone on the crew.
OPS Yel says:
XO: Message sent sir
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Raises an eyebrow but says nothing:: CIV: Certainly... I'm not sure where he is, but I guess you know how to find him... ::Nods at her::
CIV Storm says:
XO: He was badly hurt... he is unconscious right now... :: With a nod, makes the escape she has been wanting to for the past few hours.::
CTO Ens Ra-Kol says:
:: In the lounge, helping nurse Nightingale putting down beds, swaying on his feet::
OPS Yel says:
:: Looks up:: CIV/XO: I am afraid he was at the heart of the explosion when it took place ... he was taken to sickbay
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
CTO: No, I am not certain they have, however, we need to send out word... We need help to get things done in a proper timeframe...
OPS Yel says:
CTO: And it’s doubtful they can breach our coding algorithm
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
*CMO*: Alright, I am on my way... ::Turns around:: CSO: You have the bridge, commander... I'll be in sickbay.. :: Turns to the exit::
CIV Storm says:
:: Pauses::  OPS:  Aye... :: Turns and steps into the lift.::
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
XO: Yes sir.
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
:: Nods. He voiced his concerns… It's the XO's prerogative to use his advice as he sees fit::
CIV Storm says:
:: As the lift stops, she quickly heads for sickbay.::
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Gets up from behind her station and paces the bridge facing the viewscreen::
CIV Storm says:
:: Entering through the double doors she stops, the pain overwhelming her for a moment.::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Enters the TL with Storm, exiting not long after that, following her to sickbay::
Nurse Nightingale says:
Ra-Kol: You lay down on this bed here. You've done enough
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Then remembers something:: CTO: You have not told us . how was it with them in that ship? Did you learn anything?
CMO Ens Trigger says:
:: Gets an MO to continue with the captain's burns and tends to some of the other casualties.::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Waits a moment outside, then enters sickbay as well, looking around for the CMO::
CTO Ens Ra-Kol says:
:: Looks up at nurse nightingale and nods, almost falling down on the bed, exhausted::
CIV Storm says:
:: Takes deep slow breaths, pulling together her shields before opening her eyes.::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Gets himself past Storm, continuing into sickbay, calling for the doctor:: CMO: Doc? Doc, are you in here somewhere?
CMO Ens Trigger says:
:: Looks up after setting a broken leg back into position:: XO: Glad you could join us Commander... ::orders a nurse to pack the leg and dress it:: It's the CO... Over here... ::leads the XO to the CO::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Follows the CMO once he comes nearer and sees what is up.::
CIV Storm says:
:: Catching one of the doctors passing by, she asks where Commander Varesh is.::
CMO Ens Trigger says:
XO: He's stable, but he needs to rest up for a bit... it'll be a few hours before I can wake him.
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
CSO: Well, they were planning on going to 2 different planets to release the bugs. Dratt kept most of the information to himself, so the crew knew very little
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
::Nods:: CMO: Alright.. How long until he can get back to duty again?
CIV Storm says:
:: Makes her way to Varesh, a quick glance at his life signs.  Tears unconsciously begin to slip down her cheek.::
CMO Ens Trigger says:
XO: By the looks of his injuries it seems he was standing by a console when it blew up. I'd say about six hours Commander... I'll wake him in five and let you know.
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
CTO: I hope we caught one of them ... :: Looks thoughtful at the planet:: CTO: Do you have any idea if Dratt was working alone? Or is he part of a bigger organization?
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
CMO: Alright... Thanks... ::Nods:: Anything else of importance I should know?
CMO Ens Trigger says:
XO: Other than the fact we have so many wounded I've had to open the lounge as a triage room and we're stretched for staff commander? No.
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
CSO: I think Dratt wasn't the top figure, but he was high up on this planet. Maybe even the head of the "branch" if you can call it that. But I have no evidence supporting that
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Nods:: CMO: Good.. Keep it up.. ::Gives the CMO an encouraging smile, then turns to the exit::
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
CTO: My fear is that there are more such facilities...out there...somewhere
CMO Ens Trigger says:
:: Hears a beep from another bed:: XO: Commander!
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Stands in the bridge facing the viewscreen. She will not sit in the big chair::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Near the exit, he turns around:: CMO: Oh... Do you happen to know what happened to Brianna?
CIV Storm says:
:: Pulls up a seat and then takes his hand in hers.::
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
CSO: I concur; maybe not all working with the bugs though. Knowing the insurrectionists i'd say they have more surprises planned for us. And they're very hard to find
CMO Ens Trigger says:
:: Approaches the CNS's bed and works feverishly on him for a minute before stopping:: XO: Not at the moment but since you're still here I have to inform you that Commander Varesh here isn't going to make it... there's nothing more we can do for him. :: Drops his head for a moment::
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
CSO: This is the only bug project that i know of, which is no guarantee of course.
CIV Storm says:
:: Listening, she still holds on tightly to his hand, speaking to him mind to mind.::
CSO Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Nods vaguely to the CTO, still looking to the planet and wondering what secrets it hides::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Raises an eyebrow:: CMO: Well, then I suggest you find some more tricks... ::Turns around and leaves::
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
:: Nods at the CSO, then leaves her, moving to a private room where he can make some long distance calls...::

ACTION:  The councilor’s life signs go flat.

CIV Storm says:
:: Lays her head on Varesh's shoulder and simply cries.::
CMO Ens Trigger says:
CIV: I'm sorry Doctor, we did all we could. :: Gently rests a hand on Storm's shoulder::

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