U.S.S. Pendragon NCC-74125
Stardate 10802.09

“Duplicity”

Starring:
Chris as Captain Vn’dor Phail, CO
Cory as Commander Ashley Lynn Yates-Luchena, XO
Keith as Commander Jose Damien, CEO/2nd
Jane as Ensign Quinn Luchena, CNS
K.J. as Ensign Kiera Humbard, CSO
Eddie as Ensign James Drew, FCO

Guest Staring: 
Jan as Lieutenant Tribble, aCTO

Directed By: 
Coot

Host Coot says:
Last time on the U.S.S. Pendragon . . .

Host Coot says:
The Pendragon undid the effects of the Warp 10 device and returned the Captain to the proper time line. However, he appeared to be insulated from the effects of the Warp 10 field and held a very different version of events that as reported by the Crew.

Host Coot says:
The one commonality was the abnormal convergence of energy patterns emanating from the void between the twin stars of Alpha Sigma Nine. This peculiar phenomenon intrigued Starfleet to the point of willing to risk losing the Pendragon once more to the ravages of fractured time.

Host Coot says:
< < < < Begin Mission: Duplicity > > > > 

ACTION: The Pendragon has been enroute to Alpha Sigma Nine for approximately nine hours. The system is just now coming into visual range.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::Ashley exits her Quarters after ensuring that her uniform, Combadge, and pips looked fantastic on her. She wanted to make sure that her hair was placed up with a clip in the exact fashion that she imagined it to be in. After all, she did not have the chance to make sure she looked presentable in a while. Especially after the last mission::

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
::in counselling trying to convince Simmons that its his turn to take bridge duty::

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
::is at helm controlling course::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::on the bridge in the center seat::

CSO_Ens_Humbard says:
::at her station::

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
::On the bridge, scanning for any sign of the blasted warp ten signature::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::Ashley makes her way into the Turbo Lift:: Computer: Bridge. ::She waits as it moves with her hands folded behind her back. This all still felt rather strange::

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
::loses when Simmons pulls rank::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
FCO: Ensign...  are we approaching the first planet near the twin stars yet?

Host Coot says:
ACTION: There are no indications the Warp 10 field is in the area.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::The Turbo Lift slows and eventually the doors open to the Bridge. Ashley steps onto the Bridge and makes her way toward the command ring::

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
::leaves the counselling office, grumbling::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
CSO: Once we are in orbit of the planet, please begin scanning first for the phenomenon.

CSO_Ens_Humbard says:
CO: Yes sir.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
::enters a turbo lift::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
FCO: Then please put us in orbit.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She reaches the command ring and nods toward the Captain:: CO: Captain. ::She takes her seat to his right::

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
CO: Aye standard orbit.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
XO: Commander.  Do you have time for that conversation now?

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
::starts to head the first planet in the system, and inputs for standard high orbit::

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
TL:  Bridge.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
CSO: Please conduct your scans Ensign.

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
::sends a team over to a shuttle and prep it just in case for an excursion::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CO: I always have time for a chat. ::She smiles slightly and stands up from her station::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::stands and turns to the CEO::  CEO: Mr. Damien... you have the bridge.  ::walks toward the Ready Room::

CSO_Ens_Humbard says:
::begins taking the ordered scans::

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
::nods as the captain leaves::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She follows Vn'dor::

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
::arrives on the bridge::

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The Pendragon saddles up to a rather nice orbit of the first planet. Scans indicate a fair amount of activity near the source, but there is enough radiation interference from the suns to limit exact readings of the phenomenon.

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
::takes the big chair::

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
::takes note of who is in command::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::steps into the RR and sits behind his desk::  XO: Can I offer you anything to drink?

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
CSO: Anything unusual out there?

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
::moves to a secondary station and sits::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She files in behind the Captain:: CO: No thank you, Captain.

CSO_Ens_Humbard says:
CEO: I'm getting some interference and can only get limited readings

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
CSO: Damn. Keep working on it, I'll have one of my guys from engineering help try to clear it up.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
::looks at the image on the viewscreen::

CSO_Ens_Humbard says:
CEO: Yes sir.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::clears his throat and rummages through some PADDs:: XO: Commander, I'm going to cut to the chase...  I know the Warp Ten Field has previously given you a harrowing ordeal through time and space.  The question is, how do you feel about our proximity to this apparently related phenomenon and the possibility of getting closer.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
CEO:  Anything I can do to help, Sir?

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
::contacts main engineering and orders one of his subordinates to help clear up the sensor interference::

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The larger of the twin suns, a younger yellow star, dominates the viewscreen. The second star is a blue one, approximately one-tenth the size of the other, but weighs nearly as much.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::Ashley listens to the Commanding Officer as he addresses her. This all still fells rather awkward:: CO: I'm going to be absolutely frank with you, Captain. That is, if you don't mind? ::She watches him carefully::

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
CSN: Try and see if you can clear up any of this sensor interference.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::nods::  XO: Proceed.

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
CO: Shuttle is prepped for launch at your order sir.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
CEO:  Aye Sir.  ::logs on to the console and makes a quick study of solar radiation::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CO: It's my personal belief that the Warp Ten Field is far to dangerous to allow it to continue its existence. If you had not returned to the Pendragon, or vice versa, I would have ordered the crew to destroy it. After what you, I, and the entire crew has been through, I believe it is the best course of action. ::She sighs:: CO: But...

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
XO: But...?

Host Coot says:
ACTION: Sensor efficiency improves by 15%. The viewscreen zooms in on the source and draws a computer-enhanced model of the energy signature. It appears to be emitting a good deal of subspace matter.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She considers her words carefully:: CO: If we destroy the field, we may lose a valuable member of this crew.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
::wonders what they might need a shuttle for::

CSO_Ens_Humbard says:
::adjusts her scans with the sensor improvement::

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
::on bridge, coordinating Security efforts around the ship::

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
CSO/CNS: In the computers database you will find the energy signature of the warp ten field. I want to know the second you encounter it.

CSO_Ens_Humbard says:
CEO: Yes sir.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
XO: Well Commander, your being frank with me has not helped you evade the question.  How do you feel, given your recent past with the Warp Ten Field, about moving in close proximity to a phenomenon that may possibly be related?

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
CEO:  I'll focus on that, Sir.

Host Coot says:
ACTION: Sensors still do not detect any traces of the W10 field.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She cannot help but smile ever-so-slightly:: CO: It has to be done, Captain. I am indifferent regarding moving toward the field. I have spent months studying it while working with Starfleet Intelligence. If you are asking me if I'm afraid or do not wish to go near it, then the answer is no I'm not. The rest of the crew may have different feelings.

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
CNS: No need to be so formal. I was your fathers best man at....oh never mind.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
CEO:  You were?  ::looks flustered for a moment, then turns his attention back to his console::

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
CEO: Sensors still indicate no traces of the Warp 10 field.

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
::nods:: CNS: I knew Lunch Box very well.

Host Coot says:
ACTION: A stream of subspace particles are headed the Pendragon's way. Time to intercept, 90 seconds.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
Self:  Lunch box?

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
aCTO: Shields! FCO: Evasive maneuvers!

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::trying to gauge the Commander for any "cover up feelings then looks back to his PADDs::  XO: Very good Commander, I have always taken my Executive Officer's words for it.  You are dismissed.  ::continues to rummage through PADDs in thought::

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
CEO:  No sign still of the warp 10 field.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
::raises shields::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She watches Vn'dor for several seconds before turning to leave his Ready Room:: CO: When you have time Captain, I would like to speak with you about a few things. However, I am aware that now is not the time nor the place.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
::hopes the FCO can get the ship out of the path of the particles::

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
::goes evasive from the particles::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::nods still looking at the PADDs::  XO: When the time is right Commander, you'll know where to find me.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She nods and exits the Ready Room:: CEO: Report, Commander.

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The Pendragon's shields snap to and the FCO guides the ship out of the path. The string of particles continue past the Pendragon and strike the first planet.

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
XO: We've got a wave of subspace particles headed for us.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She raises an eyebrow:: CEO: Source?

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
::follows the trajectory on his console::

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
::scans the planet for effect of the particles::

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
XO: They missed us, but are hitting the planet.

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
CO: Nearly missed them that time.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
CSO:  Do we know if there is any life down there?

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
FCO: Good flying, Mr. Drew.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CSO: Kiera, watch those particles like a hawk. What reaction are they having with the planet itself?

CSO_Ens_Humbard says:
::switches scans to the planet and turns to the XO:: XO: Yes sir.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::runs a hand through his hair knowing full well what the XO was suggesting about the Counsellor::

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
::tries to run a warp 10 field effect scan and a bioscan of the planet simultaneously::

Host Coot says:
ACTION: Scans of the planet indicate that the area where the particles struck in undergoing geological changes.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CEO: Notify the Captain regarding what has happened, Jose. He may wish to know.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
XO: Go to Yellow Alert, Sir?

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She looks toward the aCTO:: aCTO: Yellow Alert, Lieutenant. A wise decision.

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
*CO*: Damien to Vn’dor.

CSO_Ens_Humbard says:
XO: Scans indicate geological changes going where the planet was hit.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CSO: What sort of geological changes?

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::taps his Comm Badge snapping back alert::  *CEO* Yes Mr. Damien.

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
CTO: Thank you Lt, but I don't think we are quite out of this yet.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
::engages Yellow Alert::

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The Yellow Alert sounds throughout the ship.

CSO_Ens_Humbard says:
XO: Checking sir ::goes back to her scans::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::sees the Yellow bars flash in his RR as he talks with the CEO::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
FCO: Ensign, is the shuttlecraft ready if it is needed?

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
*CO*: We've got multiple streams of subspace particles in the area. We've avoided them so far, but they are impacting the planet.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
FCO: I have every confidence in your ability to continue doing an excellent job. ::smiles::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CNS: Quinn, are there any additional subspace particles heading in our direction? ::She decides to give Kiera time to focus just on the planet::

Host Coot says:
ACTION: Scans indicate the previously baked surface of the first planet is now showing signs of a hydrogen lake in the area where the particles hit.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::hearing Damien he stands and heads for the RR doors:: *CEO* Any indications of the damage to the planet?

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::steps out onto the bridge looking at the viewscreen::

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
XO: Ma'am, there is a hydrogen lake where the particles hit.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
XO:  The only lifesigns on the planet are microbes.

CSO_Ens_Humbard says:
::double checks the scans before turning to the XO:: XO: Scans indicate that there is a hydrogen lake forming.

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
CO: Geological changes, uncertain as to the specifics

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She notices the Captain reappear on the Bridge and nods as the reports file in:: CO: It seems that the particles have caused the environment on the planet, where they hit, to change drastically Captain.

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
::moves to his station::

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
::runs a test in the computer to see if any of Pendragon's weapons would have any effect against the particles::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::approaches his chair listening to the CEO::  CSO: Ensign, the source of the sub-space particles?

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
::rechecks his archive::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::spots the aCTO on the bridge and nods::

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
CO: Sir.  ::returns the nod::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CSO/CNS: Is there perhaps a way that we could analyze these particles based on our sensor data? What makes them so special that allows them to transform the surface of a planet?

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
XO:  One moment, Ma'am.  ::continues checking the bioscan readings::

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The brief revival of the first planet's surface quickly dies off and the hydrogen lake dissipates. The microbial lifeforms are no longer detected.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::Ashley remains standing near the command ring, with her right arm placed on the railing. She is looking back toward Kiera and Quinn::

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
::starts to run scans to make sure they don't run into more particles::

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
::eyes widen as the latest bioscans come across his console::

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
XO: The particles aren't there any more and neither is the lake.

CSO_Ens_Humbard says:
XO: It appears that the lake has dissipated.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
FCO: Take us away from the planet by at least 45,000 KM.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
XO:  So have the microbes.

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
::runs a system-wide broad spectrum scan of the planet::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She raises an eyebrow and looks toward the Captain:: CO: It looks like something is special about these particles, sir. ::She nods toward the officers as they issue their reports:: All: Any idea why?

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
XO: Our deflector dish may act as a shield against the particles.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
::looks up, still not quiet believing the data::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
CSO: Ensign, do we know the source of the sub-space particles.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
XO:  Ma'am, I think the particles may have been the source of the bio-readings.

Host Coot says:
ACTION: Another stream of particles is detected. This time directed towards the yellow sun.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CNS: Are you insinuating that the particles themselves are alive or that they were the spark for life?

CSO_Ens_Humbard says:
CO: Not at this time Sir.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
XO:  Yes Ma'am.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CNS: Yes in which way Quinn?

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
XO: More particles.  This time, they're moving toward the sun.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
XO:  I can't tell with the data we have so far.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::notices everyone talking about the particles but nobody is telling him the source:: CSO: Thank you Ensign.  That is your primary function now.  I want to know where they are emanating from.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She looks toward the Captain:: CO: Perhaps we should back away a bit further, just in case the particles cause the sun to react in a different manner.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
FCO: Ensign, are we the recommended 45,000KM away from the planet?

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
::trys to pinpoint the source of the particles::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
aCTO: Are they the same particles or a different batch this time?

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
XO: Different.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
XO: You don't believe the 45,000 KM is enough?

CSO_Ens_Humbard says:
CO: Yes sir.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
::monitors the particle string::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CO: When a star is involved, I believe the more distance the better.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
aCTO/CSO: There has to be a way to pinpoint where these particles are coming from. Especially if this is a new batch. They didn't just appear out of thin air, did they?

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::shakes his head::  XO: Starfleet wants answers...  we are going to give them answers.

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
CO: I have kept us at the recommended distance sir.

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The yellow sun's radiation pattern has altered. It is beginning to show similar properties as that of a blue star.

CSO_Ens_Humbard says:
CO: There seems to be a rift between the twin suns and the particles are coming from there, but beyond that I can not tell.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
FCO/CEO/CSO: These particles...  what effect would they have on a standard shuttle?  Can the shuttle's deflector dish defend against them?

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CO: I agree, Captain, but I wouldn't like to do so at the expense of the ship. However, if you believe the distance is sufficient, then so be it.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
XO: I'll see what I can find out, Ma'am.  ::checks long-range scans for origin of particles::

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
::looks at the CO curiously::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
XO: We are now 45,000 KM from the first planet which is...  ::turns to the FCO::  FCO: How far is the first planet from the twin stars?

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
::recalls that there is a shuttle prepped and ready to go::

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
CO: It was designed to, however, I'm uncertain about it taking on the density of these particle streams.

CSO_Ens_Humbard says:
CO: I don't know what effect they would have Sir.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::sighs hearing the CEO::  CEO: Logical.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
CSO: How are the scans coming?  Are we receiving sufficient data?

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
CO: Sir? Was it something I said? ::veiled smug::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CEO: Is there perhaps a way that we can boost the shuttle's deflector strength without compromising the shuttle itself?

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
XO: You'd have to reroute power from every system except life support, but it could be done.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CEO: Shields would be vital on the shuttle...

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
XO: I can assist the CEO to accomplish the task of improving the shuttles shield.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::hearing the CEO:: XO: What do you think Commander...  Ready for a little road trip?

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CO: I thought you would never ask, Captain.

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
XO: Thats my point. We'd be better off bringing the Pendragon herself in.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
::stands to protest, then realizes he doesn't really understand what exactly is going on::

CSO_Ens_Humbard says:
CO: We have to enter the rift if we want to follow their path further

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CEO: Well then... we'll just have to make sure we don't face the particles head on, won't we? ::She smirks slightly::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
XO: Assemble your team.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
CO:  Captain, may I ask what you are hoping the away team can accomplish?

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
XO: Take at least Ensign Drew and Ensign Humbard.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CEO/FCO/CSO: You three are with me.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She looks toward the Captain:: CO: It looks as if we may be thinking alike Captain. A scary though I must say. ::She smiles ever-so-slightly toward him as she makes her way toward the Turbo Lift::

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
Computer: Transfer engineering to main engineering and lock station.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
CNS: We need answers about the phenomenon Mr. Luchena, and the only way appears to require closer examination.

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
XO: Ready?

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
XO: Ma'am.  Wait a minute, please.  Long range scans indicate the particles are coming through the rift - or being created there.

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
XO: Aye sir.

CSO_Ens_Humbard says:
XO: Yes sir.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
CO:  But what if they fall in?

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::nods unemotionally back at the XO::

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
::follows the XO::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
CNS: Then I charge you with the duty of making sure they do not.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
aCTO: Then we'll determine if that is the case. Don't worry Tribble, we'll be fine. ::She makes her way into the Turbo Lift::

CSO_Ens_Humbard says:
::goes with the XO::

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
CO:  How am I to do that?

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
::glad she wasn't ordered on the AT::

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The Computer beeps confirmation to the CEO after running through a short series of system checks.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
Computer: Shuttlebay.

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
:;follows::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
CNS: Man the Science station on the Pendragon while Ms Humbard is away.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
CNS: Unless you feel you can do more good on the shuttle?

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CSO/CEO/FCO: We'll need to make sure that we aren't pulled into the rift between the two stars. I don't want to get that close unless absolutely necessary. Jose, I want you to keep us together at all costs. Kiera, you will need to keep a close eye on those particles. Get as much information as you can.

Host Coot says:
ACTION: A third stream of particles is emitted, but does not appear to be headed towards anything other than open space.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
CO:  No.  Right away Captain.  ::sits back down and taps away at his console::

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
XO: I'll do my best

CSO_Ens_Humbard says:
XO: Yes sir.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::lets a brief smile escape his lips at the CNS' reaction::

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
XO: A third stream of particles has been emitted.  Headed toward open space.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
FCO: James, you'll have the most difficult job of flying the shuttle. I know you'll do us proud. ::She steps out of the Turbo Lift when it reaches the Shuttlebay::

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
CO:  Another particle stream has been emitted.

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
XO: You can count on me to keep us away from those particles.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
CNS: See if there is any coalition between those three streams.  could they all be steps in some sort of task completion?

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The shuttlebay is humming with pre-flight activity as the FCO had previously sent down the order. The shuttle is ready to depart.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
::studying the readings::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She makes her way into the Shuttlebay. Ashley steps onto the shuttle and decides to take the co-pilot seat::

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
CO: Or is someone searching for something with them?

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
aCTO: You will be the communication liaison between the Pendragon and the Away Team.  All Comms will go through you.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
CO:  I can't see one, Captain.  This one seems to be heading randomly into space.

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
::takes a seat in the shuttle and begging modifying the operating parameters::

CSO_Ens_Humbard says:
::takes a seat on the shuttle::

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
CO: Like a probe of some kind.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She taps her Combadge:: *CNS*: Luchena to Luchena. Quinn, make sure that you keep a transporter lock on us for as long as possible... just in case.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
CNS: Remind me... where were the other two going?  The first planet and the Yellow Star?

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
FCO: Ensign, request permission to depart from the Captain once everyone is situated. Let's get this show on the road.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
CO:  Yes Captain.  And they had a transforming effect on each thing they hit.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
CNS: A temporary transforming effect.

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
XO: We're as ready as I'm able to make us.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
aCTO: That is a very good point Lieutenant.  Another possibility.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CEO: Jose, I'm counting on you to keep this baby from breaking apart. I know you can do it. You have the talents. ::She smiles:: CSO: Kiera, are you ready to take some intense scans?

CSO_Ens_Humbard says:
XO: Yes sir

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
CNS: So now there should be some sort of transformation on that area of space.  Center all scans on that location.  also find out of the three locations by chance form some geometric shape... such as a triangle.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
aCTO: Tell the shuttle they are cleared to launch when ready.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CSO: If possible, I want our scans to be directly transmitted to the Pendragon as well. That will allow for them to analyze them as we do so as well.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
FCO: Are we ready James?

CSO_Ens_Humbard says:
XO: Of course sir

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
COM: Shuttlecraft Vn’dor: XO: You are cleared to launch when ready, Ma'am.

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
XO: Pre-flight complete. Open shuttle bay doors and pre-launch clearance.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
COM: Pendragon: aCTO: Understood Lieutenant. Don't forget about us while we're gone. ::She says with a smile:: FCO: Take us out Ensign.

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
All: God speed to all us.

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
::taps button for half impulse departure::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
CNS:  How are the scans coming on that area of space?  Anything changing?

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
XO: Here we go.

Host Coot says:
@ACTION: The shuttlecraft slips out of the bay and heads for the convergence.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
CO:  But the particle stream hasn't stopped, and will soon be out of sensor range.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
::scans for any changes in its wake::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
@All: Lets stay alive out here.

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The third stream continues to travel along its original path having not encountered anything as of yet.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::raises an eyebrow::  CNS: I thought it was pinpointed on a specific area?  I didn't realize it was...  ::gets a thought::  aCTO: Launch a probe to follow that third particle stream ASAP!

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
::launches probe::

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
@COM: Pendragon: CO: This is Shuttle Vn'dor, cleared from shuttle bay.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
@COM: Pendragon: aCTO: This is the Shuttlecraft Vn'dor. We have cleared the Pendragon. Not to worry, we'll let you know once we've found something. We should have established a data link between the Pendragon and the shuttle. Is it established?

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
@COM: S-Vn'dor: FCO: Acknowledged.  All further communications are to go directly through Lieutenant Tribble.  Good luck gentlemen.

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
@XO: Everything is kosher on our end, sir. Let's see if they can get read outs from us.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
COM: Shuttlecraft Vn’dor: XO: Aye, Ma'am.

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
::looks over data connectivity readings::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
@FCO: ETA to the point of convergence?

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The data link begins feeding continuous data to the main veiwer of the Pendragon and the shuttle closes the distance to the suns and the probe gives chase after the third particle stream.

CSO_Ens_Humbard says:
@::keeps her eyes on her scans and making sure they are sent to the Pen as well::

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
::reading data from the probe::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
aCTO: How far will that probe travel before it runs out of power?  Will we receive updates from it at that distance?

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
@XO: Orders?

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
CO:  We have a sensor link with the shuttle.  ::watches the data flow in::

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
CO: We will receive data for approximately another ten minutes, Sir.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
@CSO: Let me know as soon as our readings begin to intensify. I want to know every last detail. What is this convergence point? Can we detect what is inside of it?

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
CNS: Excellent.  Let me know as soon as they find anything of interest.

CSO_Ens_Humbard says:
@XO: Yes sir.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::sighs at the aCTO's report::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
@FCO: Continue to head toward the convergence point Ensign. ::She looks toward the CEO:: CEO: Status of shields?

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
CO:  Perhaps if we drew closer?

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
@XO: Holding. ::concentrating::

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
CO: The probe is traveling at warp 9.  New information indicates that we will receive data for nine hours.

Host Coot says:
@ACTION: The shuttle has closed to 28 million miles from the convergence, about half way. An energy spike indicates engines are showing signs of strain.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
CO:  Shuttle's engines are under strain, Captain.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
::shrugs::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
CNS: I know you are a little burdened but please keep a sensor pallet centered on that first planet for any changes. Drew closer?  You mean to the shuttle or the third particle stream?

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
@XO: I just got an energy spike.

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
@XO: We need to back off. The engines are exactly liking it.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
CO:  The shuttle.  In case we have to rescue them.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::hearing the CNS::  aCTO: Keep a Transporter lock on them at all times.

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
@Self: Attempting to compensate.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
@CEO: Anything to worry about? ::She looks out of the screen:: FCO: Steady as she goes Ensign. The engines are just a bit stressed, not enough to be worried.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
CO: Transporter lock is still engaged, Sir.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
CO:  Their scans are not yet showing anything we didn't already know.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::turns to the aFCO: Bring us within 200,000 KM of the twin suns.

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
@XO: Not just yet, but be advised we may have to back off quickly.

Host Coot says:
@ ACTION: A new particle stream emerges from the source, it is headed towards, but not directly at the shuttle.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
COM: S-Vn'dor: You're straining your engines.  Report.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
CO: Sir, a new particle stream.   It's headed in the vicinity of the shuttle.

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
@::looks over at the console with the power relay paths, follows, then reroutes power to shields around engines.::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
@CEO: If we do then I'll trust your judgment when time permits. ::She watches the team:: COM: Pendragon: CO: Nothing to worry about Captain, we just have a small strain in our engines. I'll let you know if things get a bit to rough out here.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
CO:  Confirmed on shuttle sensors.  Another particle stream is detected.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::hearing the aCTO:: aCTO: Beam them out of there.  Shuttle and all!

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
@XO: I am trying some energy tactics here with our engines and their shield field.

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The Pendragon quickly closes distance to the suns as well. Upon reaching 1,000,000 km away, the Pendragon stops moving.

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
@::performs and evasive maneuver with RCS thrusters::

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
::engages transporter lock to beam the shuttle aboard::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
@CSO: Anything of interest to report Kiera? ::She looks toward the screen:: FCO: Avoid that stream at all costs. CSO: Kiera, do what you can to get as much data from that stream as possible.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::feels a sudden jolt as the ship stops:: CNS: Report!

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
CO:  It should miss the shuttle, but not by much.

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
@XO: Aye.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
@CEO: What do you think about us trying to collect some of the particles Jose?

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::hearing the CNS::  aCTO: Belay that but be prepared.

CSO_Ens_Humbard says:
@XO: I've detected another particle stream. ::nodding:: XO: Yes sir

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
@XO: I think it would be risky. But what the hell....want me to beam some aboard?

Host Coot says:
@ACTION: The shuttle is beamed directly back to the Shuttlebay.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
CO: Too late, Sir.  They're back.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
CO:  I don't know why the ship has stopped Captain.

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
All: What happened?

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She raises an eyebrow as the Shuttle materializes back aboard the Pendragon:: AT: Report! What just happened?

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
::is horribly reminded of the ship seeming to be on remote control in the past::

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The shuttle automatically powers down upon being released by the transporter beam.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
COM: Shuttlecraft Vn’dor: XO: We beamed you back aboard.  Are you all right?

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::sighs::  *XO* Apologies Commander.  I thought that particle stream was going to impact your already overburdened shuttle.

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
XO: We've been beamed back to the Pendragon

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
::attempts to establish helm control::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She raises an eyebrow:: *CO*: Captain, I stated a few moments ago that we were fine. ::She sighs::

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
*CO*: Should we make another attempt or perhaps try something else?

CSO_Ens_Humbard says:
::sorts through what data she was able to collect::

Host Coot says:
ACTION: Engines on the Pendragon indicate the ship is moving at half-impulse although it does not feel as though the ship has resumed moving.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
CO:  We could use Ensign Drew up here, Captain.

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
XO: So what are we doing?

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::is beginning NOT to like the XO's attitude::  *XO* Commander, you stated the engines were fine, not that the particle stream.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
::still monitoring data from the probe following the stream::

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
CO:  Impulse engines are active and firing, but we aren't moving anywhere.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
CNS: Odd.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
aCTO: Tell the Commander, if she wishes to make another attempt she is authorized.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CEO: It depends on what the Captain would like us to do. ::She pauses:: *CO*: We were reacting to the stream as it neared us Captain. I'm sorry that I was unable to inform you about it at that very moment. Luchena out. ::She cuts the comm::

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
XO: We need to get back out there, it's our only hope and for the ship to stay in one piece. It can't handle being close to the anomaly.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
CO:  But we might be moving...  ::trying to make sense of it::

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
aFCO: Shut down all propulsion systems and keep her at station keeping.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
COMM: XO: If you wish to make another attempt, you have authorization.

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
XO: Talk about the left hand not knowing what the right is doing......

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::raises an eyebrow at the recent comment out of the CNS::  CNS: How do you mean?

CSO_Ens_Humbard says:
XO: According to my scans it seems the ship is being repelled much like two magnets against each other.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
::She cannot help but roll her eyes:: FCO: Agreed Ensign. ::She hears Tribble:: CEO: Yes... perhaps this partnership was not the best idea. ::She looks toward James:: FCO: Takes us out again.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
CO:  I wish I knew, Captain.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CSO: Do you have any idea why Kiera?

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
::wonders if a Counselor is really able to fly the ship::

CSO_Ens_Humbard says:
XO: No sir.

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
CNS: What makes you think we could be still moving then?

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
Self: Pre-flight up, engines up and spinning.

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The aFCO does so and the Pendragon immediately begins retreating from the suns. Distance has increased to 2,000,000 away.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CSO: Report your findings to the Science Officer on the Bridge. Keep that in mind as we make our second attempt.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
CO:  Yes, we are definitely moving, Captain.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
CEO: How are our power systems?

Host CO_Capt_Vn`dor_Phail says:
::spots the stars suddenly grow smaller on the screen and compares it to what the CNS said::  aFCO: Close distance again.  Quickly!

CSO_Ens_Humbard says:
XO: Yes sir ::sends what scans she has to the science station on the bridge::

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
*Bridge*: This is Shuttle Vn'dor, request clearance to depart, over.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
COMM: FCO: You are cleared for departure.  Safe trip.

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The chagrined shuttle launches once again, under the watchful eye of her jumpy Captain.

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
@XO: We are clear again, heading towards the anomaly.

aCTO_LT_Tribble says:
CO: I will keep a transporter lock on them and pull them out if needed, Sir.

CNS_Ens_Luchena says:
CO:  It would be interesting to see what the effect on something with a smaller mass like the shuttle will be.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
@FCO: Understood. ::She looks toward Jose:: CEO: Is there anything we can do to reduce the stress?

FCO_Ens_Drew says:
@::tries to make it a smoother ride::

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
@::irritated:: XO: I'm doing all I can.

XO_Cmdr_Yates-Luchena says:
@CEO: I know you are Jose. I just need some reassurance myself...

CEO_Cmdr_Damien says:
::forces a smile:: XO: We'll be fine.

Host Coot says:
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