U.S.S. Pendragon
10603.11

Directed by:
Coot

Starring:
Jeff as CO Thraxis
Jane as XO Luchena 
Sandy as OPS Thraxis 
Keith as CEO Damien  
Cory as CMO Yates
Kyle as TO Newind 
Cathy as FCO Morgan 

Absent: 
Dylan as CSO Toms

Guest Starring:
Lynda as CIV Rochelle 

Host Coot says:
Last time on the USS Pendragon….

Host Coot says:
The Pendragon was dispatched to investigate the forced removal of a pre-space flight species from their home world. Several Romulan vessels were in the area and numerous transports were observed.

Host Coot says:
The Pendragon, taking cover inside of a fractured moon, has found itself turned transparent without explanation. The Captain, harkening back to his Engineering days, left the bridge in an attempt to correct the situation.

Host Coot says:
However, the XO, now in charge of the bridge appears to have been inhabited by an unknown entity.

<<<< Resume Mission >>>>

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
::watching the other officers around the 'Bridge' as they watch Mikal. She shifts her gaze back to him, trusting him, believing that he knows what is going on:: XO: Commander?

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::is watching the XO with interest::

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
::looks over at Mikal:: XO:  What is going on, Mikal?

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::looks at the CEO, hands raised::

CEO_Lt_Damien says:
::still with phaser pointed at Mikal::

TO_Lt_Newind says:
Self: I swear. It's almost like deja vu, it seems.

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
CEO: Lieutenant, please put that thing down. ::looks toward him::

Host Coot says:
ACTION: Proximity sensors pick up on three objects approaching.

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks at the CEO:: CEO: Excuse me, Sir.....but you really don't need that.

CEO_Lt_Damien says:
::scans the XO again with his tricorder::

CEO_Lt_Damien says:
::Lowers his phaser:: FCO: Perhaps not.....

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::hears the sensors and flies around to her invisible station::

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CEO:  I assure you, I'm in control of myself.

CEO_Lt_Damien says:
XO: Aye....

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::curses under her breath::

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
::hears the sensors:: ALL:  We got incoming.  Three objects.

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
Computer: Audio confirmation of proximity sensor warnings.

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::lowers hands::  TO:  Find out what they are.

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
::looks toward the FCO and then back toward Mikal:: XO: What exactly is going on, Mikal?

CEO_Lt_Damien says:
XO: Commander I have something of interest...you've picked up some interesting DNA

TO_Lt_Newind says:
::sighs as he can't see the sensor information; starts looking around to look for the source::

TO_Lt_Newind says:
XO: I'm.. working on it?

CEO_Lt_Damien says:
XO: I'm showing Thisah; & Gothric, as well as your own DNA

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
::floating trying to visualize in his mind where things are supposed to be::

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
::walks over to the CEO and looks over his shoulder:: CEO: Very interesting...

TO_Lt_Newind says:
Computer: Activate full audio confirmation.

CEO_Lt_Damien says:
CMO: Take a look ::shows his tricorder::

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
Self: This is weird and unsettling. Definitely

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CEO:  Yes, we merged during that whole... experience.  Listen... I need you to find out what's with this effect.

Host Coot says:
<CPU> FCO: Three mining drones are closing on our position.  Time to intercept, three minutes.

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::fingers are tapping nervously as she waits to take evasive action.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
TO: Target them.

CEO_Lt_Damien says:
XO: You mean the invisibility?

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
::looks over the information on the Tricorder and taps a few buttons while it is in Jose's hand::

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
Computer: Course and heading for intercept?

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
XO: Sir? If we blow them up, it may give away our position.

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CEO:  Yes.  I think it might have something to do with our shields.  Can you try reducing them, very slowly?

TO_Lt_Newind says:
Self: Err, well. Hmm. ::tries to figure out how to manage this one::

Host Coot says:
<CPU> FCO: Moon fragment 19-Alpha-3.  10,000 meters to port.

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
FCO:  With luck they won't see us.

CEO_Lt_Damien says:
XO: Alright ::issues the spoken commands to the computer::

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
XO: Permission to avoid, Sir?

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
OPS:  Can you tie into the probes communication systems?

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
XO:  Maybe ...

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
CPU:  Computer, tie comms into the probes communication systems.

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
FCO:  Plot an escape vector, but hold.

TO_Lt_Newind says:
Computer: What are audio-tactical abilities for the bridge? ::trying what he can think of::

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
XO: Understood sir, plotting course. ::fingers fly across invisible panel::

Host Coot says:
<CPU> TO: All systems are operational.

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
OPS:  Time to intercept?

TO_Lt_Newind says:
Self: Well. I knew that. ::frowns::

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
::finishes looking over the Tricorder:: XO: It seems everything is in order with your health. ::would take a seat, but has no idea where the seat is, so she remains standing where she is::

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
XO: Course laid in, Sir.

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The console in front of OPS chirps in confirmation.

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CMO:  Thank you Ashley.  ::smiles::

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
XO: Now let us hope it stays that way. ::says with a hint of humor::

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The console in front of FCO chirps in confirmation of course laid in.

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::laughs::

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
XO:  My console confirmed something ... but I can't see it to see what.

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
CPU:  Computer:  Time to intercept.

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CEO:  Anything happening with the shields?

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
Self: Oh this is really crazy

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
Computer:  Do we have access to the probes comm systems?

TO_Lt_Newind says:
XO: You know, my tactical abilities with an invisible console - well, to be blunt, I have no ability on a invisible console.

Host Coot says:
<CPU> XO: That is correct.

CEO_Lt_Damien says:
XO: Nothing so far

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
CPU:  Computer, feed comms to audio.

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
Computer:  Block outgoing transmissions.

Host Coot says:
ACTION: Another transport beams its cargo from the surface, then breaks orbit.

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
::watches as everyone gives commands to the computer, this was truly annoying::

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CEO:  We have to figure this out before we do anything else.

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::is watching nervously::

Host Coot says:
ACTION: OPS console beeps in confirmation once again.

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
OPS:  We will know if they detect us?

Host Coot says:
<CPU> XO: All outgoing transmissions have been blocked.

CEO_Lt_Damien says:
XO: If it's any consolation, the ship can be controlled by voice command. I've found it effective

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
XO:  Possibly.  We could get the computer to give us an audio warning.

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CEO:  Yes... but we need to get some information on the surface.  And will likely want to send down a team.  We're a bit helpless in that respect.  Not to mention the disorientation...

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
OPS:  Do it.  ::grins::

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
::looks around, noting that several officers are just staying where they are, confused like most of the ship::

CEO_Lt_Damien says:
XO: I'll admit - it's odd

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CMO:  It's awkward, isn't it.  Best if everyone stays still, for safety reasons?

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The probes are closing in.  They are about 30 seconds away.

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CEO:  We hit an energy source on our way in here.  Is there anything in the sensor data that might help us?

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
TO:  Targets locked?

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
XO: I have to agree. I don't want someone to accidentally bump into a console and hit a button that causes decompression or a warp core breach. Do I have permission to give that order around the ship?

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
::grins back:: Computer:  Computer, activate sensors.  Give an audio warning when probes are close or have tracked the ship.

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CMO:  Please.

Host Coot says:
ACTION: OPS console beeps in confirmation yet again.

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::hears the beep::  OPS:  What's it telling us?

TO_Lt_Newind says:
XO: I think so. Computer: Probes targeted ?

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
XO:  Let's find out.  CPU:  Computer, audio confirmation please.

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::glances at the XO::

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
::nods and taps her Combadge:: *All*: Attention all Pendragon crew, as of this moment please refrain from moving around your location. Due to the circumstances, we don't want anyone to accidentally injure themselves. Thank you. ::taps her Combadge to close the comm::

Host Coot says:
<CPU> TO/OPS: Probes are targeted and are holding course.

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
Out loud: Would some one mind giving me a hand as to where I might be please.  Not being able to see anything is not so good.

CEO_Lt_Damien says:
XO: Nothing so far

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CMO:  I'm sure everyone will feel better when we get this solved.

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CIV:  Stand still.

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
XO: Trying to sir.

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
XO: Morale isn't good at this point and it'll only get worse if this continues. ::sounds concerned::

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CEO:  Can you use some help?  ::gestures toward the CIV::

Host Coot says:
ACTION: Several frustrated crew members stare up through the empty space, their eyes focused on the CMO.  They are frowning like a certain former CO only could.

CEO_Lt_Damien says:
::stoic:: XO: No, in fact we're full up and then some......

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::closes her eyes and centers herself::

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::looks down::  CMO:  It's kind of like being in a fishbowl.

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::frowns as she has a tendency to do::

TO_Lt_Newind says:
::is starting to feel nauseous:: Self: Eh..

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
XO: With all eyes on us... ::turns her gaze toward the eyes focused on her and then looks back up::

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::chuckles::

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CEO:  Think Jose....  what could be causing this?  It's all an illusion, you said.  How can we block it?

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
Self:  I can't stand this anymore!  How am I supposed to work like this!

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
Self: Ok time out Mark.  ::closes his eyes and relaxes and clears his mind of everything and tunes out every voice he is hearing in his head and achieves total calm::

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The TO is looking really green around the gills.... anyone have a baggie or a bucket?

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
OPS:  Are the probes trying to transmit anything?

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
::smiles toward those looking at her and then looks back around at the senior staff:: Self: We have to solve this...

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
::snaps back:: XO:  How am I supposed to know!

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
::breaths deeply he begins to recall the layout of the bridge on the Pendragon::

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::notes the TO::  TO:  Steady.

TO_Lt_Newind says:
::looks over:: XO: If it's an illusion... ::pauses for a few seconds:: couldn't we just think about how it was before the disappearing act?

CEO_Lt_Damien says:
XO: I believe it's possible that it’s indigenous to this region of space....

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::runs her hands over her console, eyes still closed::

Host Coot says:
ACTION: Various reports are coming in from sick crews who have not been practicing their space walk skills.

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
All:  Visualize.  Just close your eyes for a moment and recapture it.

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
<Lt. Combs> *CMO*: Combs to Yates.

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CEO:  It?  ::focuses inward::

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The FCO's console continues to happily chirp along in unison with her efforts.

CEO_Lt_Damien says:
XO: If blind people used to function with out sensors...

TO_Lt_Newind says:
::nods and closes his eyes, but is having a hard time focusing with the nausea::

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
*Combs*: One moment, Lieutenant. ::closes her eyes and attempts to focus as well::

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
::is skeptical but does as she is ordered ... closes her eyes and tries to visualize the ship::

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
::continues to recall the layout of the bridge::

CEO_Lt_Damien says:
XO: I believe the organic entity could possibly be it. 

Host Coot says:
ACTION: Flickers of an outline shimmer in various places.  Transparent outlines start to snap into view.

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
~~~::searches::~~~

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
::continues to place images of the ship into her mind::

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The outlines fill in rapidly, then vanish once again. It is enough for everyone to get their bearing back.

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
::with the picture of the bridge in his mind he begins to move to where the OPS station is::

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::wonders if the entity is having fun playing with them::

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
~~~OPS: I am at your operations console if you would join me there.~~~

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
::is so close to the OPS station she actually falls over it before finding her bearings::

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
<Lt. Combs> ::looks up toward the Bridge wondering what they were doing::

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
::opens his eyes and still unable to see it but knows it is there::

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
~~~::listens carefully::~~~

TO_Lt_Newind says:
::hears the thump of someone falling, glad he doesn't have to move::

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
OPS: Whoa there Commander.  Here is your station.

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::opens her eyes and watches the XO carefully::

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
~~~XO: Perhaps if we get the entire crew involved...~~~

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
OPS:  Assume command for the moment.  ::has his eyes closed and a blissful expression on his face::

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
::grins:: CIV:  Thanks.  I think I found it ... ::feels for her seat ... finds it and sits::

CEO_Lt_Damien says:
::tries not to freak as Mikal does his trance thing::

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
::opens her eyes as she hears Mikal's request and  begins to watch him::

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::quietly verifies their current position, through an audio confirmation::

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
FCO: You need your station??? I believe it is here right next to me. ::grins::

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
~~~::smiles fondly::~~~

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
*Combs*: Go ahead, Lieutenant. ::says quietly::

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::raises a brow as she has never left her station::

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The FCO's console chirps with the current coordinates and the fact the drones have moved on. They appear to have not noticed anything.

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
::looks down and sees that she is already there::  FCO: Woops my error please excuse me.

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::watches as Mikal's aura begins to swirl and change::

TO_Lt_Newind says:
::with the bridge from his point of view still in his mind, he leans over and grabs the edge of his console, in an attempt to keep himself steady.. his balance slowly dissipating::

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
<Lt. Combs> *CMO*: Doctor, we've been getting reports from all over the ship regarding officers who have been feeling a bit ill.

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
::Looks over at the FCO:: Where are the drones now?

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::nods absently at the CIV::

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::blinks and looks around at the OPS:: OPS: Out of range, Sir.

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
*Combs*: Well, at the moment we aren't able to do anything about it. Once we can see everything again, we can treat them for their space sickness.

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
::smiles:: Self:  They didn't see us ...

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
<Lt. Combs> *CMO*: Understood, Doctor.

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks at Mikal and sees the quicksilver shimmer of...something...slide through his aura::

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
Thinks:  So eager to please....

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::frowns in concentration as she tries to capture its essence:

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
::feels around for the vacant Counselor's chair... or any chair for that matter, and takes a seat::

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The TO's stomach can no longer take it and he loses his lunch all over the console.  On the bright side, the TO can now make out the outline and shape of the console.

CEO_Lt_Damien says:
::checks out all of the systems by voice command::

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::stifles a groan as the sounds....and smell permeate the bridge::

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
::turns toward the TO:: TO: Lieutenant, are you okay? ::believes it is just the space sickness::

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
ALL:  That's it!  If we can find something to cover the consoles and such with ... at least we'd be able to find them ...

TO_Lt_Newind says:
::his face turns red as he realizes the whole crew was just able to see that::

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
::hand flies to nose::  All, hello who just puked????  That stuff stinks.

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::wonders if she wants them all to vomit::

Host Coot says:
ACTION: Two decks below, several crew make to cover their heads and then sigh noticeably as nothing drips through.

CEO_Lt_Damien says:
TO: Better out than in.

TO_Lt_Newind says:
CEO: Clean the console, and tell me that.

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::feels sorry for poor Newind::

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
::looks at Jordan:: OPS: But what can we use? Everything else seems to be transparent as well...

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
TO: Feeling any better, Lt?

Host Coot says:
<CPU> CEO: All systems are functioning normally.

TO_Lt_Newind says:
FCO: Hell, I hope so.

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::smiles sympathetically::

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
CMO:  Is it?  ::points to the TO's console::

TO_Lt_Newind says:
::decides he isn't cleaning that up; orders up a delinquent officer from earlier to clean it::

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
::smiles sympathetically toward the TO:: TO: Once we can see again, Lieutenant, I want to see you in Sickbay. ::pauses:: OPS: Jordan, you can't be serious...

CEO_Lt_Damien says:
XO: The ship itself is fine - and I could create a micro-layer of dust that would cling to the plating if you like

Host Coot says:
ACTION: As the poor junior officer cleans up the mess, the console begins to vanish from sight again.

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
CMO:  I don't mean that ... but do we have anything we can spray the consoles with ...

TO_Lt_Newind says:
::looks to the OPS:: ALL: No wait. That's brilliant. Wasn't someone complaining about the cold earlier ?

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
OPS: I don't believe so, everything is transparent except for what we have on our persons...

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::is still watching the XO::

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
OPS: May be there is a way we can make what is not visible visible.

TO_Lt_Newind says:
::shakes his head:: ALL: Doesn't matter. But, we could drop the temperature, and then find someway to create heat source next to these consoles.. that might help.

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
CIV:  My thoughts exactly.

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
OPS/TO: Or possibly create a mist.. or a fog.

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::laughs with delight and opens his eyes::

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
CMO:  Now you're getting it!

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
OPS: I was thinking of a substance that was used in the 20th century.  It was called paint.

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
TO:  Any Romulan ships about?

TO_Lt_Newind says:
CMO: That's what I was thinking of.

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
OPS: If memory serves it was back in the old days they used something called spray paint that was in a can.

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
::smiles:: OPS: A mist would easily outline what we need visible. ::looks toward Mikal::

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
CMO: They used to call it graffiti.

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
CIV:  And were do we get this paint?

TO_Lt_Newind says:
Computer: Scan the area for Romulan ships, audio confirmation.

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
OPS:  Mist?  If it won't damage the consoles, give it a try.

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
OPS/CMO: What if we could replicate something like it.

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
CIV: But we can't see the paint, Lieutenant. It would be difficult to use it...

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
XO: Sir? Were you successful? ::eyes him warily::

Host Coot says:
<CPU> TO: There are three Romulan vessels orbiting the planet.  Power levels are minimal.

TO_Lt_Newind says:
CMO: How do we know that? We could replicate some and see.

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
TO:  Create our mist, Lt.

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
OPS/CIV: I doubt we would see it once it was replicated. It seems nothing else has been seen.

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
::slams fist on console::

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CEO: Can we run scans of the surface without the Romulan's detecting it?

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
Out loud: Augusfratt!!!

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
OPS: We just need to drop the internal temperatures down, sir and increase the humidity levels. It will fog all of the surfaces.

TO_Lt_Newind says:
::nods to Jordan:: Self: Here goes. ::begins recreating the image of the console, and tries to change the weather settings to create the mist::

CEO_Lt_Damien says:
XO: While they're still at this distance, yes

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
OPS: Wait for mist to develop you have to raise the temp and then lower it quickly to create the dew.

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
CPU: Computer, please replicate me one piece of chocolate from the Bridge replicator.

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
FCO:  Do you think you could fly an invisible shuttle?

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
OPS: Once the consoles have sufficient surface heat the lower the temp goes the faster the dew is seen.

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::nods with confidence:: XO: I can fly a shuttle blindfolded, Sir.

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
CIV:  And our consoles are suddenly visible ...

TO_Lt_Newind says:
::Growls:: ALL: If I could have a moment to concentrate, I know how to create the mist.

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CEO:  Run scans of the surface.  See what they are up to if you can.

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
OPS: Yes it is the law of creating steam.

Host Coot says:
ACTION: A fine mist begins gathering on the hardest surfaces, the softer surfaces do not appear to be showing up.

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
OPS:  I don't think it's going to be enough.

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::feels the damp begin to creep over her::

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
XO:  It's a start, Sir.  We can work from there.

CEO_Lt_Damien says:
::scans the surface of the ship via voice command::

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
OPS: It is simple physics the hotter the temp of the surface the faster you can create dew by lowering the temp rapidly.

Host Coot says:
ACTION: A light flashes and a plate holding a piece of chocolate is floating in mid-air, three feet from the CMO.

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::looks bemused at the chocolate::  CIV:  Did you have a suggestion?

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
::looks at the XO::

TO_Lt_Newind says:
::sees the mist and begins to make the changes more radical to intensify the effect::

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
XO/OPS/CIV: Well it looks like they do work... ::stands up and walks over to the chocolate, and takes it from the Replicator::

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
All:  So we can replicate the "paint" ...

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
OPS: It would appear so.

Host Coot says:
<CPU> CEO: There are several large gatherings of humanoids on the surface.  Three species detected: Romulan and the two native species.

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
OPS: I would do a fine mist of white to make the consoles appear.

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
XO:  I'd like to know what the Romulans are doing ...

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::takes a careful long look at the CIV::  CIV:  You report to me.

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
XO: My error sir.

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
::takes a bite of the chocolate:: CIV: Wouldn't the paint damage the consoles?

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::doesn't think it would be worth pointing out that they would still be unable to see the sensors::

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
OPS:  Lt. Damien is trying to figure that out.

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
All: Not a very fine mist.  Just enough to land and bring shape to it.

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The mist is gathering quite nicely on the hard surfaces. The density of the mist is causing some of the native light from the console to defract and color the various buttons and whatnot.  Soft surfaces are still not visible.

CEO_Lt_Damien says:
Bridge: There are three intelligent species on the planet, two indigenous, one Romulan

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CEO:  Find us an uninhabited spot near the action... someplace we can land a shuttle.

TO_Lt_Newind says:
::looks down at his console and realizes he can see the general positions of the buttons:: ALL: Getting there. ::grins::

CEO_Lt_Damien says:
XO: I'm on it

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
XO:  It's a shame we can't land the Pendragon ... with this cloak and all ...

CEO_Lt_Damien says:
::orders a team to prepare a shuttle::

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
::looks out toward the planet, trying to make sense of it all in her mind::

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
OPS:  Figure out a way to transport people from the bridge straight into a shuttle.

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
Self: What the devil are the Romulans doing here.  They are not supposed to be here yet.  Something has gone wrong.

TO_Lt_Newind says:
::makes one more radical change and figures it should help people to actually use the consoles::

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
::turns to her now semi-visible console and tries to figure out a way to transport::

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
All on bridge:  I can't promise, but I believe we're cloaked and it may extend to a shuttle.  I won't order anyone to do this, but are there any volunteers for an away team to the surface?

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
XO:  I'll go.

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
XO: I will volunteer, sir.

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
XO: I will go.

TO_Lt_Newind says:
XO: Me too.

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The mist is refracting enough light to show the consoles, albeit slightly blurry.  The carpets still have not appeared and anyone walking is doing so with a very distinctive "squish" in their step.

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
::keeps her eyes on the planet, wondering what is going on down there::

CEO_Lt_Damien says:
XO: You'll need an engineer....

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks at the XO silently, figuring she doesn't even have to answer that one::

TO_Lt_Newind says:
Out loud: ::with some humor:: I think the question is, does anyone volunteer to stay here?

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::nods::  All:  CEO, FCO and TO.  Lt. Newind will be in command of the team.

TO_Lt_Newind says:
::looks to the XO with a small amount of surprise::

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
::smiles slightly at the TO's comment::

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
OPS:  I'm sorry Jordan.  We'll need you here to handle transport in case we need to pull them out in a hurry.

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
Self: Well there goes that.

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
::looks extremely disappointed but does as the XO asks::

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CEO:  Did you find a landing site?

TO_Lt_Newind says:
Out loud: Someone should make a note of the current settings, so they can recreate the mist if need be.

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
::walks over to one of the consoles that are visible and takes a seat::

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
~~~OPS: Don't be disappointed.  I have to stay too.~~~

CEO_Lt_Damien says:
XO: Confirmed. We have a site

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
Self: I will probably have all the consoles painted by then.

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
FCO:  Try to stay away from the Romulan sensors just in case.

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
::tries using the shuttle's transporter pad to home in a signal on to transport the team to the shuttle ... begins running simulations::

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::nods:: XO: Aye, Sir. Understood.

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
TO:  You know what to do.  This is a fact-finding mission.  The inhabitants are prewarp, so the Prime Directive applies.

CEO_Lt_Damien says:
XO: It's three kilometers from the Romulan encampment

TO_Lt_Newind says:
XO: I'll keep out of sight, sir.

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
OPS:  Transport them to the shuttle on the TO's order.

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
::looks toward the Away Team, hoping that they will be ok while on the planet's surface::

TO_Lt_Newind says:
CEO/FCO: Ready ?

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::will be glad to get somewhere dry::

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::nods:: TO: Aye, Sir.

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
XO:  Yes, Sir.  I have a way to link up our transporters to the shuttles ... getting them there will be easy.

TO_Lt_Newind says:
CEO: You have that shuttle with our equipment?

CEO_Lt_Damien says:
TO: Lets have at it. The shuttle is ready

TO_Lt_Newind says:
OPS: Beam us over, Jordan.

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
TO/CEO/FCO:  You ready?

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
FCO:  Careful on the launch.  ::grins::

CEO_Lt_Damien says:
::nods impatiently::

TO_Lt_Newind says:
::nods::

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::smiles briefly:: XO: My advice to you as well, Sir.

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
::activates transporters::

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The AT shimmers and vanishes only to reappear several decks below in what look to be sitting positions.

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::looks down::

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
::looks for confirmation that they are in the shuttle::

CEO_Lt_Damien says:
:;activates launch sequence via voice command::

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::wonders if the Captain will have his head for this::

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
::takes another bite of her chocolate:: XO: They'll be fine, Mikal. ::is hopeful::

TO_Lt_Newind says:
::makes himself comfortable:: FCO: Take us out when you're ready. ::taps his combadge::*OPS* Nice work, Jordan. We're there. ::smiles::

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::begins getting the shuttle ready to go::

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
OPS:  Do the best you can to be sure the bay doors open.

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
TO: Three minutes to launch, Lt.

TO_Lt_Newind says:
::nods and waits patiently::

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
::activates the command to open the bay doors ... crosses her fingers that it actually works::

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
~~~Gecko:  Leave the shuttle hidden~~~

Host Coot says:
ACTION: Those in the shuttlebay cannot see anything different.  OPS console shows that the doors should be open.

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::begins a quick status check, fingers flying across the invisible panel::

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
*TO*:  I'm showing the bay doors are open, Lt.  Good luck.  You are cleared for departure.

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
*TO*:  Don't forget where you park.

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
Computer: Audio confirmations of commands.

Host Coot says:
~~~ ACTION: A sensation of warmth washes over the XO ~~~

TO_Lt_Newind says:
*OPS*: Alright. ::his laugh is heard over the comm at the XO's comment::

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
Computer: Confirm bay door position.

TO_Lt_Newind says:
FCO: We're cleared.

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::smiles and turns to Ashley::

Host Coot says:
<CPU> FCO: Shuttlebay doors are open to 100%.

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::nods:: TO; Launch sequence initiated. Initiating at your command, Sir.

TO_Lt_Newind says:
::nods again:: FCO: Take us out.

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
::returns the smile halfway, just hoping for the best::

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::reaches over and takes the CMO's hand::

CIV_Ltjg_M_Rochelle says:
XO: Sir, may I have your permission to try my paint theory on a piece of equipment to see the results?

TO_Lt_Newind says:
::is calmer now:: Out loud: Feeling better now.

CMO_LtCmdr_Yates says:
::squeezes the XO's hand tightly::

TO_Lt_Newind says:
::sighs:: Self: Mission: Invisible.

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::taps a button: OPS: Shuttle away, Sir.

Host XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::watches amazed and gives the CMO's hand a squeeze in return::

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The three seated members of the AT float slowly away from the Pendragon.

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
*FCO*:  Don't crash into anything, Lt.  Good luck.

FCO_Ltjg_Morgan says:
*OPS*: Thank you, Sir. Shuttle V’ndor out.

Host Coot says:
ACTION: As the shuttle clears the protection of the Pendragon's shields, the three inhabitants vanish from view.

OPS_Cmdr_J_Thraxis says:
::keeps a lock on the AT as best she can::

Host Coot says:
ACTION: As the AT and her shuttle disappear from view, the Pendragon shimmers suddenly and decloaks.  Everything is visible and soggy.

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