USS Nighthawk, Mission Transcript 10701.27
Mission Number 298
Integration: Down in the Depths

Cast
Sam Hung as Captain Sid Monroe
Tim Schols as Commander Gary Jackson 
Jim Koeller as Lieutenant Aaron Knight
Lília Perfeito as Lieutenant Junior Grade Christina van den Tulpen
Scott Knight as Lieutenant Junior Grade Caelan Trigger 
Karriuanna Scotti as Lieutenant Brianna Rose and Admiral Harlan.

Missing in Action
Chris Esterhuyse as Commander Varesh

Ship Manager 
Karriaunna Scotti

NPCs
Scott Night as Demitri
Jim Koeller as AFCO Parker
Karriuanna Scotti as Sedua

Summary:
The crew of the Nighthawk has arrived in Xindi space, and have exited the ship that served as their “taxi”. They will be visiting an O-class planet to start their investigation. The planet’s inhabitants are early-warp capable, but not interested in travelling. Included, information about the planet and people.
They have been invited to meet with one of the planet’s Lords, and start discussions on trade. A second team in the Chameleon is going down to investigate the other areas.
Water breathers: Citwauqa.
Planet: Class O
Scattered with many volcanic islands, major trading areas
Status: Unaligned, neutral
	Government: Feudalism
	Species: Amorbians (primary), Siannas (dolphin like), chowas (nomatic,
undefined)
	Population: Amorbian: 10 billion
Height: 2 meters
Skin coloring indicates rank in hierarchy: golden sheen, silver, grey (darkness of skin tones indicates age).
Life expectancy: 70’s.
Technology: Similar to earth of late 21st C.
Space ability: Except for the more adventurous, they do not travel far from their system.  Their average ship is small, carrying approx. a dozen crewmembers.  It is fast and highly maneuverable.  Aboard each vessel is one room adapted for air-breathers.

Host CO_Capt_Monroe says:
Captain's Log Stardate 10701.27: We have entered Xindi space and are about to be dropped off at the edge of the system.  We are to receive our first clue here on the whereabouts of the Xindi Children.
Host CO_Capt_Monroe says:
::Going over some items in his ready room::
CMO_LtJG_Trigger says:
::sat in his office going over patient reports::
FCO_Lt_Knight says:
XO:  Commander, it appears we have entered Xindi space.
XO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Sitting in the central chair on the bridge:: FCO: Understood.. Anything unusual going on? ::Looks around the bridge::
Host NightWind says:
ACTION: The Xindi have come to a stop.  The doors of their large vessel open wide to deep space, pointed in the direction the Nighthawk is to go.
FCO_Lt_Knight says:
::checks readings on his console::  XO:  Nothing that shows up on sensors.
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
::at her station, thinking how unfortunate it is they can't get information from the Xindi technology::
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
XO/FCO: I guess that’s our cue
Demitri says:
::walks into the doctor's office:: CMO: All set out here Doctor.
XO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Nods at the FCO as he reports all clear:: CSO: Alright.. Looks like it... ::Looks over at the FCO again:: FCO: Prepare to switch to own manoeuvring..
CMO_LtJG_Trigger says:
Demitri: Thanks Demitri... ::glances at one PADD in particular:: Could you get Lieutenant Rose in here please.
Host CO_Capt_Monroe says:
::Feels a slight thump, and heads out of the ready room::
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
::feeling like she is jumping into the unknown::
FCO_Lt_Knight says:
::enters commands on his console::  XO:  Ready to go sir.
Demitri says:
CMO: Yes Doctor. ::bows slightly and heads into sickbay::
FCO_Lt_Knight says:
XO:  Shall I take us out Commander?
Host CO_Capt_Monroe says:
XO: Status.
XO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Is about to touch the communications button on the side console when he hears the door behind him open and the captain enter:: CO: Well, we have reached our coordinates it seems.. We are ready for own manoeuvring..
Host CO_Capt_Monroe says:
XO: Very well.  CSO: Have we received all the information from the Xindi?
Demitri says:
::accesses the COM on a console in sickbay and uses it to contact the science lab:: *SO*: Hello?
XO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Gets up from the chair and steps over towards his console at the front of the bridge::
Host CO_Capt_Monroe says:
::Steps behind his chair::
SO_Lt_Rose says:
:: Looks up from a report she is trying to write, unsuccessfully:: *Demitri*: I am awake... honest.
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
CO: The computer is receiving a lot of information right now, it will take a minute or so to process, enough time for us to exit the Xindi ship ... which is probably not a coincidence
FCO_Lt_Knight says:
::doesn't receive an answer from the XO::  CO:  Sir, shall I take us out?
Host CO_Capt_Monroe says:
FCO: Take us out. Thrusters only.
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
CO/XO/FCO: In any event, according to them we should not be seen by the locals on the spot where we will be dropped
FCO_Lt_Knight says:
::engages thrusters::  CO:  Aye sir.
Demitri says:
*SO*: Of that I have no doubt Lieutenant, Doctor Trigger requests your presence in his office. ::smiles::
SO_Lt_Rose says:
*Demitri*: All right Demitri, I am on my way.  Nothing more will come of this just yet anyways.
Host CO_Capt_Monroe says:
CSO: Let me know when the data has been processed,.  FCO: How far are we from Federation space?
FCO_Lt_Knight says:
::exits the Xindi ship and heads in the direction they were pointed in::
Demitri says:
::nods:: *SO*: Thank you Lieutenant. ::smiles and deactivates the COM::
XO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Hears the information the CSO is giving them, and decides to get up to take a look at the screen himself::
Host NightWind says:
ACTION: The Nighthawk smoothly leaves their 'barge' as they head outward to the nearest solar system.
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
CO/XO/FCO: I have it now. We are approaching the Citwauqa system. Its main planet is O class, lots of water, a few islands. It’s inhabited by three species with a strong hierarchy, who can breathe under water. It’s a Feudal system. They have warp similar to that of late 21st century Earth. However, they don't fancy travelling much. Their outer planets are being mined by another species so we should be careful not to be detected by them before we have a plan. They have a precious unique mineral there .. It was found at the children's last known location. And that’s our lead. I have more information if you need ... though not that detailed
FCO_Lt_Knight says:
CO:  Approximately 20 light years Captain.
Host CO_Capt_Monroe says:
CSO: Very well.
SO_Lt_Rose says:
:: Shutting down her computer, stands and heads out of the room to the corridor.::
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
CO: Captain, I do not know what you have in mind but we need a cover if we are to do any sort of investigation
Host CO_Capt_Monroe says:
FCO: Have an escape course in case we need it.  Set a course for that O class planet.
CMO_LtJG_Trigger says:
::shuffles the PADDs on his desk, keeping one separate from the rest of the bundle::
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
CO: So we will just go in and ask?
XO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Looks over at the captain as the CSO asks her question, silently agreeing with her::
FCO_Lt_Knight says:
CO:  Escape course laid it sir.  Coordinates have been received from the Xindi vessel, course laid in.
Host CO_Capt_Monroe says:
::Looks over to the XO:: CSO/XO: What do you think we should disguise ourselves as?
Host CO_Capt_Monroe says:
FCO: Engage.
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
CO: I think we do better going as ourselves. I was thinking we could claim to be a diplomatic vessel looking to build a relationship between the Federation and the planets in Xindi territory
FCO_Lt_Knight says:
::engages::  CO:  Acknowledged.
XO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Takes a glance at the CSO, then turns back to the captain, slightly worried about him asking the question::
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
CO: I'd say HQ wouldn't mind. But now we are barging into their orbit without so much as asking. Don't you think they may get ... aggressive?
SO_Lt_Rose says:
:: a few doors down, she enters into sickbay.::
Demitri says:
::sees the SO entering sickbay:: SO: He's in there Lieutenant. ::smiles and returns to rechecking the inventory of medical supplies::
Host CO_Capt_Monroe says:
CSO: That might be too aggressive.  Let's play this by ear.
SO_Lt_Rose says:
:: A bit tiredly makes her way into the CMO's office.::
XO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Turns back to the CSO's screen to see what more information there is on there::
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
CO: A diplomatic mission is aggressive? You’re the Captain but playing by ear is something I am not used to do .. sir
FCO_Lt_Knight says:
*AFCO_Parker*:  Aidan, what's the status of the Chameleon?
AFCO_Parker says:
*FCO*:  Chameleon is ready to go on a moment's notice Aaron.
Host CO_Capt_Monroe says:
::Thinks:: CSO: On the second thought, have civilian clothes drawn up for the away team.
Host CO_Capt_Monroe says:
CSO: We don't want to alert them of any Starfleet Involvement.
CMO_LtJG_Trigger says:
::looks up from his desk and smiles:: SO: Have a seat Brianna.
FCO_Lt_Knight says:
*Parker*:  Nice work... keep her standing by just in case.
SO_Lt_Rose says:
:: Nods and slips into the chair across from him.::
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
CO: Then they might recognize the ship. We might have been better off in the Chameleon
XO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Nods, just short of voicing his own opinion on the matter, glad the captain did have some form of caution in mind::
AFCO_Parker says:
*FCO*:  You got it boss!  ::grins::
Host CO_Capt_Monroe says:
::Nods:: CSO: That is what I was thinking.  XO: Have the Chameleon ready.  And form your away team.
CMO_LtJG_Trigger says:
SO: I've been looking over the notes from your last medical and I've noticed some discrepancies in your serotonin levels, have you been feeling tired lately?
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
CO: But ... sir....we will arrive at the planet in moments
Host CO_Capt_Monroe says:
FCO: Take us just outside of sensor range of the planet.
FCO_Lt_Knight says:
CO:  Moving us in closer and just outside of sensor range Captain.  ::manoeuvres the NH to the coordinates::
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
::wonders how the FCO will know the sensor range of the planet::
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
CO/FCO/XO: It’s a good thing they concentrate more on living underwater than in space
SO_Lt_Rose says:
:: Nods slowly::  CMO: I guess... I had not thought about it lately.  Everything still seems kind of... out of whack since the battle.
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
::scans the planet for anything that the Xindi didn't provide::
CMO_LtJG_Trigger says:
::glances back at the PADD: SO: I see, and you've had trouble sleeping?
SO_Lt_Rose says:
:: shrugs:: CMO: Nightmares... nothing unusual in that I would think, given what we saw and did.
XO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Straightens up, wondering who to take on the mission::
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
CO/XO/FCO: Of course it’s just my opinion, but I still think that we should contact their King officially as envoys of the Federation. Maybe that way they would let us visit the planet at our will
CMO_LtJG_Trigger says:
SO: I'd be inclined to agree with you... I assume you've been immersing yourself in your work to try and take your mind off it?
FCO_Lt_Knight says:
CSO:  I agree.  Why would we be unwelcome on this planet?
SO_Lt_Rose says:
CMO: Well...
XO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Nods his agreement with the CSO:: CO: Captain, it is far too late now to still go in unseen.. Our element of surprise, if we wanted to use that, was gone the moment we passed the 8th planet in this system..
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
FCO: Yeah, they don't have any relations with us ... bad or good. Maybe we can get them a financial deal... say we are interested in buying their mineral or .. something! Gold Pressed Latinum talks very loud
CMO_LtJG_Trigger says:
::smiles:: SO: It's ok Brianna, you can tell me.
FCO_Lt_Knight says:
::chuckles::  CSO:  Yeah, I'm not sure if latinum means to them what it means to us, but I get your idea.
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
::smiles to the FCO::FCO: It’s only a matter of finding the right currency
XO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Looks directly at the CO, waiting for his answer::
FCO_Lt_Knight says:
::grins::  CSO:  I don't suppose that information was given to us from the Xindi.
SO_Lt_Rose says:
CMO: I had not really thought about it.  But when you wake up from a nightmare, it is kind of pointless to go back to sleep.  And I guess if you want to avoid a nightmare you might not go to sleep so early....
Host CO_Capt_Monroe says:
::Gets slightly annoyed:: CSO: Let me get this straight.  You want to go in on a trade mission is that right?
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
CO/XO/FCO: I am looking further into the data and they don't have a centralized government. They have many local lords. We are new to the planet, we bring richness, they all will probably want to talk to us
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
CO: Not trade, diplomatic. And if that’s not enough offer them the prospect of business. But in order for that to be fulfilled we will ask to visit the planet.
CMO_LtJG_Trigger says:
SO: I completely understand. But I'm concerned that this lack of sleep is what's causing the drop in your serotonin levels. If this continues then it could lead to depression, which I'd like to avoid if I can. ::smiles and accesses his desk console::
XO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Nods at the CSO's plan, impressed with how quickly she thought it up, and how detailed she thought it up too::
Host CO_Capt_Monroe says:
::Nods:: CSO: Alright.  Do it.
SO_Lt_Rose says:
:: Looks at him slightly annoyed:: CMO: How can anything here be any more depressing then a war?
Host CO_Capt_Monroe says:
CSO: Contact the planet.
FCO_Lt_Knight says:
::turns around and goes back to his controls::
Host CO_Capt_Monroe says:
XO: Pick your away team.
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
::nods and picks one of the groups of islands:: CO: Channel open sir
XO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Looks over at the CSO, giving her a faint smile, then turns around again:: CO: I think we would do better to wait a moment to find out which terms we will have to abide by...
Host NightWind says:
ACTION: 5 ships are picked up on sensors leaving the surface of the planet and heading for space... and the Nighthawk.
Host CO_Capt_Monroe says:
COM: Planet: This is Captain Sid Monroe, from the Federation Starship Nighthawk, we are here on behalf of the Federation on a diplomatic mission.
CMO_LtJG_Trigger says:
SO: I know... and I have to admit, some of the stuff I saw during that war was enough to make even the most battle hardened soldier weep, but what I'm trying to do here is stem the flow of depression before it reaches its peak.
FCO_Lt_Knight says:
CO:  Sir, I'm detecting 5 ships leaving the planet and heading for an intercept course.
Host CO_Capt_Monroe says:
FCO: Acknowledged. Keep her steady.
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
Self: And it’s begun
Host Sedua says:
COMM: Nighthawk: Diplomatic... it is polite to introduce yourself as you enter another’s space.  :: Waves his hand toward one of his people, recalling the five ships.::
SO_Lt_Rose says:
CMO: I am not taking any meds.
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
::whispers:: XO/FCO: Ooh icy
XO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Looks at the view screen as a face appear, wondering how much worse their first contact could have been::
FCO_Lt_Knight says:
CO:  Those five ships are retreating back to the planet.
Host CO_Capt_Monroe says:
COM: Sedua: It is part of our diplomatic process.  We introduce and greet each other.
Host Sedua says:
Scenery: Lord Sedua is surrounded by opulence... and water.
FCO_Lt_Knight says:
::whispers::  CSO:  Maybe we can help melt some of that ice.
XO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Frowns at the CO's reply. Surely he had also noticed it was a suggestion to do better next time?::
Host Sedua says:
@ ::Starts to say something and stops:: COMM: Nighthawk: What brings you to our area of space.
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
::smiles at the FCO::
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
::whispers to the CO:: CO: Remember, diplomatic relations and commerce are the key to them giving us free passage on their planet
CMO_LtJG_Trigger says:
SO: Brianna, I'm merely trying to help you... I know as well as anyone else on this ship, the horror of what happened during the war and I've seen the way it's affected people. Now if you'd rather I can have the captain relieve you of duty pending a psychiatric evaluation but I really don't want to do that.
Host CO_Capt_Monroe says:
COM: Sedua: We are here to open communication between our peoples.  And see what kind of commerce we can gain from each other.
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
::sits back and waits if they catch the bait::
SO_Lt_Rose says:
:: Looks more stubborn:: CMO: I am not taking any meds.
XO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Listens to the conversation with interest, the small remarks included::
Host Sedua says:
@COMM: Nighthawk: Commerce?  You are a long way from the Federation.  I would think you would find much better dealings there.
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
::whispers again:: CO: And don't forget they have a unique mineral
CMO_LtJG_Trigger says:
SO: Would you rather a friendly ear to talk down? ::smiles::
XO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Frowns slightly, not expecting that reply::
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
Self: And in general compliments work very well too
SO_Lt_Rose says:
CMO: Talk about...?
Host CO_Capt_Monroe says:
COM: Sedua: We have found that your planet harbours a unique mineral that we cannot find elsewhere.
Host Sedua says:
@ :: Nods:: COMM: This is very true.
CMO_LtJG_Trigger says:
SO: Anything, everything... for example, can you describe these nightmares?
SO_Lt_Rose says:
CMO: I see... dead all around... people in pieces, walking... crying out for someone.
Host CO_Capt_Monroe says:
COM Sedua: I would like to send an away team over to investigate the mineral and also see your mining techniques as well.  Is that suitable?
CMO_LtJG_Trigger says:
SO: Sounds like the mess on the Horatio. I still dream about that one. Is there anything in the nightmares that stands out?
XO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Looks away from the viewscreen, thinking the CO's approach was too direct and too obvious::
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
::grins at the CO's comment.....they mine the outer planets ... though they should use the main one for processing::
Host Sedua says:
@ :: Considers, then nods:: COMM: That is acceptable.  My land operations are the island of Veritable.  I will have my man forward to you the coordinates.  One of my agents will meet with you once you are there.
Host CO_Capt_Monroe says:
COM: Sedua: Very well.  We will be there shortly.
SO_Lt_Rose says:
:: Nods:: CMO: They keep looking at me as if I can make it all better, but I feel that everything I am doing only makes it worse.
Host Sedua says:
@COMM: Nighthawk: You will be expected.
Host Sedua says:
ACTION: The screen goes blank.
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
::whispers:: XO/FCO: Not bad, at least we have a landing permit
CMO_LtJG_Trigger says:
SO: Futility... it's a common theme in most nightmares... especially after traumatic events such as the war...
Host CO_Capt_Monroe says:
FCO: Once the coordinates are set, engage at 1/2 impulse.
XO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Shrugs:: CO: That went better than I thought.. Especially towards the end..
FCO_Lt_Knight says:
CSO:  Yes, and he seemed to let his guard down a bit.
FCO_Lt_Knight says:
::waits to receive the coordinates::  CO:  Acknowledged Captain.
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
FCO: It’s the latinum!
CMO_LtJG_Trigger says:
SO: I have a suggestion if you'd like to hear it.
FCO_Lt_Knight says:
::turns quickly to the CSO and laughs before returning to his console to see the coordinates received::
Host CO_Capt_Monroe says:
XO: Since we have clearance, you and the FCO go on the Chameleon, and scout around any whereabouts of the children.
SO_Lt_Rose says:
:: Sits back with a sigh:: CMO: I am sorry if I seem a bit... irritable... it is just... ::Shakes her head::  What did you have in mind?
FCO_Lt_Knight says:
CO:  Coordinates received and course laid in.....engaging at 1/2 impulse.  ::engages impulse engines::
Host CO_Capt_Monroe says:
CSO: You and I are going to visit the planet.
CSO_LtJG_Tulpen says:
::nods at the Captain::
XO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
::Nods at the CO's order:: CO: Yes sir.. ::Looks over at the FCO:: FCO: Lieutenant Knight, you're with me then.. ::Turns around to leave the bridge::
Host CO_Capt_Monroe says:
XO: And be careful Commander.
FCO_Lt_Knight says:
::nods to the XO and gets up::
XO_Cmdr_Jackson says:
CO: Yes sir.. Don't worry..
CMO_LtJG_Trigger says:
SO: I have a holodeck program designed to aid in relaxation and alleviation of stressful memories, without medication... I'm hoping that it will help to get rid of these nightmares and help you sleep a little better. ::smiles::
Host NightWind says:
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