Host Steve says:
Mission 6

Factor of Fear

To conquer fear is the beginning of wisdom. 
-Bertrand Russell 
The Sharikahr approaches the desolate world - surrounded by the ever present violence of the plasma storms and more questions than answers...
Host Steve says:
-@-@-@-@- BEGIN EPISODE 6 -@-@-@-@-
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
::Leaning back against turbolift bulkhead as it moves toward bridge::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::in the ready room, at his desk::
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
::sneezes and then sniffs while she's in the TL to the bridge::
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
::asleep in his chair in his office::
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
::In his office, with the lights dimmed, resting his eyes::
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
::Exits the TL and makes her way to her station::
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
::sneezes again... and.. again.. and.. again...::: CEO: Excuse me.. excuse me.. excuse me. ::sneezes:: excuse me.
OPS_Ens_Clooney says:
::outside the CNS's office, working up the courage to hit the chime.  Finally reaches up and pushes the button::
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
::arriving in main engineering to conduct tests on the containment ideas::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::looking over the maps of the small section of this nebula they managed to map::
CMO_LtCmdr_Maylen says:
::rubs his eyes from looking at the screen too long and sits back to take break from the unproductive research::
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
::Glances over at Fa:: FCO: Of course. ::closes eyes::
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
::Sits down in her chair on the bridge and begins looking over the reports that have come in.::
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
::Checks the SEC reports, sends the Captain her SEC/TAC report::
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
::Awaken by the door chimes and rubs his hand over his face:: OPS: Come in...
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
FCO: Allergies?
Katira says:
::Enters ME wondering about this shift change, but glad at least she was not doing double shifts today.::
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
::sneezes:: Self: 19...  ::sneezes::  20...  ::pauses...  and waits a little.... and then... "AHHH--CHooo":: CEO: 21.  ::sniffles:: That's the end of that episode.  ::rubs her nose::
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
CEO: I don't know.  I get these sneezing attacks triggered by .. nothing particular it seems.
OPS_Ens_Clooney says:
::walks through the door, tripping over the door jam a bit:: CNS: Excuse me, sir....but...ummmm ::gets tongue tied::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::rocks slowly in the chair, reading the PADD:: Self: Something has to give soon... *something*...
Crewman_Yesman says:
:: At the OPS station busily polishing the console::
Katira says:
::Pauses as she sees an unfamiliar face and walks up to him on light feet, hunting style::
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
OPS: Yes? ::stands up and smiles:: Oops, sorry! Computer: Brighten the lights to 50%
Katira says:
EO: Who are you?
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
::Taps a command into her board.  The reply comes back, 'Commander Ikari on Deck 4::
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
*CSO*: Llynisika to Commander Ikari
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::looks up a little:: *XO*: Commander T'Shara, are those scans complete?
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
Katira: Considering your recent predicaments, fresh blood.
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
*ALL*: Report
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
::sits up in his seat:: *CTO*: Hmm?  Repeat last message, please.
OPS_Ens_Clooney says:
CNS: I'm sorry... you were sleeping, I'll come back ::turns quickly to leave and bumps into a table.  Quickly grabs the items on it before they hit the ground::
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
::Turbolift halts at bridge and door opens:: FCO: After you.
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
*CSO*: Commander, I am checking on your progress
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
CEO: Thank you, sir.  ::steps off the TL and walks down the "plank" towards the "cockpit"::
CMO_LtCmdr_Maylen says:
::sits back up and pads down the list of readings and scans and test results... like trying to find a needle in a haystack::
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
OPS: No no... it's okay... Mia right? My duty shift is coming on soon anyway...
Crewman_Yesman says:
::snaps up to attention and faces the XO and barks:: XO: Ma'am, everything is within acceptable parameters at OPS, Ma'am!
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
::Steps out after the FCO:: XO: Nothing new on that containment field... nothing safe for the entity anyway.
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
*CSO*: Commander Ikari how are those scans coming?
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
::rubs his neck:: *CTO*: Progress?  No progress.  When was the last time you checked?
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
*CO*: Checking with Commander Ikari now sir.
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
::has no idea how flight is doing, and looks at Ashe who's at helm::
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
*CSO*: At the end of our duty shift, sir
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
XO: Ensign Naabadu is probably still reviewing my work.
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
*CTO*: One moment, Lieutenant.
Katira says:
::Looks the Zaldan up and down with slight disdain:: EO: I need fresh blood?
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
*XO*: Scans are complete.
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
::sits on the floor of the bridge and dangles her feet into the pit:: Ashe: So, how's it going?
OPS_Ens_Clooney says:
::finishes putting all of the items haphazardly back and turns, blushing:: CNS: Yes sir.  Ensign Mia Clooney.  I'm the new OPS.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::is a little impatient with all that is going on, tempered only by his time earlier today with his kids::
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
Crewman Yesman: Very good crewman.  How is the transfer of power going to the shuttle?
Crewman_Ashe_Whitehorse says:
::looks up:: We're trying to keep the Mira from overloading. ::frowns;:
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
Katira: Not you personally.  Your complexion looks fine.
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
::Shakes OPS's hand:: OPS: Come on in... sit anywhere you want.
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
Ashe: What's the matter?  ::draws her brows together:: Is the Mira giving you trouble?
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
::Moves to his bridge station::
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
*CSO*: Very well Commander.  How are your analysis coming?
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
OPS: Would you like something to drink?
Crewman_Yesman says:
::glances at the console:: XO: The power transfer is going as planned, ma'am.  No anomalies to report.
Katira says:
::Takes a step back in confusion, but ready to strike:: EO: Where have you come from and why have I not seen you on this shift before?
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
*XO*: Not much to analyze, I'm a afraid.
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
*CO*: Commander Ikari reports that scans are complete sir.
Crewman_Ashe_Whitehorse says:
::points to his screen:: FCO: A little. I think we're stressing the engines. They keep peaking near the tolerance mark.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
*XO*: Has he begun analysis?
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
Crewman Yesman: Acknowledged keep me informed if there are any problems.
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
*CO*: Aye sir but he reports there is not much to analyze.
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
Katira: I am a new arrival. A recent Academy graduate.
OPS_Ens_Clooney says:
::Shyly shakes his hand and then slips into a chair and nods:: CNS: Yes please....if it's not too much trouble
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
::checks the power distribution the OPS has initiated::
Katira says:
EO: And you.... just popped out of the air in the middle of nowhere? ::Touch of sarcasm in her voice::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::sighs:: *XO*: Just have him do the best he can with what he has. We need *some* sort of answers and he's the only candidate for finding them. Let me know as soon as he's done.
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
OPS: What would you like? ::Walks over to the replicator, but still looking and smiling at Mia::
Crewman_Yesman says:
:: Snaps a smart salute, executes a perfect half turn and sits down at the OPS station::
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
*CSO*: Not much to analyze Commander?  Are you able to come up with a reasonable hypothesis on the entities then?
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
*CO*: Aye sir already on it.
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
Katira: I am surprised at the implication that you do not know what shuttlecraft do.
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
::Tries not to listen in, but overhears the XO and CSO::
OPS_Ens_Clooney says:
CNS: Ummm...water I guess.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
*XO*: Carry on, Commander. ::closes the channel and returns to the PADDs::
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
::thinks about it a little:: Ashe: That's understandable.  That shuttle has been out there on its own for the past 24 hours, and in this environment. ::thinks some more:: Try decreasing the power output to the engines.
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
*XO*: I can't tell you anything more about them than I've already said.  However, the planet seems to be full of them.
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
*XO*: Up to billions, I'd say.
Crewman_Ashe_Whitehorse says:
::nods:: FCO: Aye sir.
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
Computer: 1 water, 15 degrees C. and a hot chocolate
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
::Watches the drinks materialize and picks them up::
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
Ashe: And let the Mira do some of the piloting herself.
Katira says:
::Glares at the man:: EO: What does a shuttle craft have to do with you here and now. ::Reaches up to tap her comm badge:: enough of this. *CEO*: Sir, there is an unfamiliar face to me in engineering. Can you verify for me if he belongs here or not ::Mutters under her breath:: Before I show him fresh blood.
Crewman_Ashe_Whitehorse says:
::lowers the engine output by 15%:: FCO: Keep her stable behind us?
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
::Slowly walks over to Mia with her water and hands it to her while sipping on the hot chocolate::
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
*CSO*: Acknowledged.  Keep working with what information you do have.  Get with Lieutenant Llynisika and see if she can help you with your analysis from the probes.
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
*XO*: Aye ma'am.  Ikari out.
OPS_Ens_Clooney says:
::takes the water:: CNS: Thank you.  Are you sure that it’s okay....my being here right now?
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
*Katira*: If you are referring to Ensign Naabadu he is my new assistant.
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
Ashe: Keep her ... um.. safe and within remote piloting range.  But if she feels like veering off to the right or to the left a little, let her.  The less we fight her, the easier it is for the engines to handle.
Katira says:
*CEO*: I have no idea to whom I am referring too...
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
::Hears her name and turns slightly towards T'Shara
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
::
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
::sighs and returns to the simulations::
Katira says:
EO: What is your name?
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
OPS: Of course it is... it's my job... to be here ::chuckles::
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
*CTO*: Lieutenant... what was it you needed from me?
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
*Katira*: Katira, then be your normal charming self and introduce yourself.
Crewman_Ashe_Whitehorse says:
::smiles:: FCO: You're the boss. ::sets up a variable course for the shuttle::
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
::Chuckles to himself::
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
Ashe: Just physics. ::looks up and over at ENG station::
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
::Turns to the CTO.:: CTO: Get with Commander Ikari and see if you can help with the analysis from the probes on getting any more answers on the creatures.
CMO_LtCmdr_Maylen says:
::taps the console on his desk:: *CEO*: Maylen to Soree, do you have a moment Lt?
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
*CSO*: Sir, I was just wondering if you needed me yet?
OPS_Ens_Clooney says:
::blushes again and looks around:: CNS: I've never talked to a...ummmm...a counselor before.  I don't really know where to start.
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
Katira: Maclonn Naabadu, at someone else's service at the moment.
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
::Swears under her breath:: Self: That did not sound right ::grinds her teeth::
Katira says:
*CEO*: Charming? ::Glares down at the comm badge as she taps it off.::
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
*CMO*: A moment? Yes Doctor.
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
XO: Aye, Sir
Crewman_Yesman says:
:: notices a speck of dust on his boot and quickly flicks it off.  Sees smudges on the FCO's console andstarts to wipe them off too::
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
OPS: Well to start... how are you doing today? What brings you here?
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
:;drums his fingers on the arm of the chair, thinking::
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
*CTO*: Ah, lesse...  I'll just come to the bridge.  Ikari out.
Katira says:
::Sighs:: EO: Then you are the chiefs new assistance. ::Shakes head:: And a recent cadet at that. Either starfleet is getting desperate or you are good at your job. ::Looks at the man trying to determine which.::
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
::Sighs::
OPS_Ens_Clooney says:
CNS: I guess I'm fine...well actually I'm not or I wouldn't be here...but I'm not crazy or anything...::looks up worridly at the CNS::
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
::heads to the bridge, yawning::
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
::chuckling, but holding his tongue::
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
::Her antennae droop a bit as she replays her conversation with Ikari::
CMO_LtCmdr_Maylen says:
*CEO*: I was wondering if you had any... well I'm not quite sure how to explain this, I'm not an engineer... I need to find a way to contain energy without using energy, do you see what I'm getting at?
Katira says:
::Sigh:: EO: I take it you were on the beta shift and have now changed to the alpha shift?
Crewman_Yesman says:
::adjusts a .000002 variance in the power allocation and beams a smile to everyone on the bridge::
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
::grins:: OPS: Crazy people doesn't come to me, I go to them... Since you came to me, that tells me you want to get something off your mind.
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
::Frowns at the CMO's question::
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
::looks down at Ashe:: Ashe: Carry on soldier.  ::smiles:: I'll be right back.
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
::arrives on the bridge, stops at his station, taps a few buttons, then heads to TAC::
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
*CMO*: What kind of energy sir?
Crewman_Ashe_Whitehorse says:
::doesn't look up, tracking the course:: FCO: I can't wait.
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
::Sees Ikari out of the corner of her eye:: CSO: Sir.  ::nods::
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
::doesn't hear Ashe's statement as she's half way across the bridge towards the ENG station::
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
Katira: Apparently so. ::returning the "hint" of sarcasm::
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
::stands next to Llynisika and taps some buttons:: CTO: Hope you don't mind my using your station, just bringing up some data for you to look at.
OPS_Ens_Clooney says:
CNS: ::smiling a little:: Yeah, I guess if you were really crazy, you wouldn't know it.  Look, I don't want to whine or anything but I'm having a real hard time with all of this....
CMO_LtCmdr_Maylen says:
::can be heard to chuckle slightly in a dry way:: *CEO*: If I knew that, Lt... I'm trying to find a way to contain the entity, or better yet keep it out of the ship.
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
::Trying to not show her uneasiness:: CSO: Not at all, sir
Katira says:
::The sarcasm having no affect, rolls off of her:: EO: Could you not have simply said that earlier?  ::Walks over to the duty PADD for the day and begins to read it.::  What are you working on?
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
::Moves next to FCO:: *CMO*: I see... so you are working on the same project the CO assigned me?
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
OPS: I understand... everyone seem to be going through this with you... you aren't alone on this ::assures her with a smile::
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
::stumbles a little as she walks, but recomposes herself and waits patiently for the CEO to finish his conversation with thin air.::
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
FCO: Want to brief the XO or the CO on that prototype shielding?
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
::oblivious to the CTO's uneasiness:: CTO: I've been concentrating on this area of the planet.  ::points to a display:: The scar.
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
CEO: I was waiting for you to do so, sir.
Crewman_Ashe_Whitehorse says:
::makes the constant little adjustments to keep the 700-tousand tonne starship in a clean orbit::
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
CSO: The 'Scar'?  ::raises eyebrows::
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
CEO/FCO: How is the prototype shielding coming?
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
::Jerks head toward the XO:: FCO: We're on.
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
Katira: I am running tests on Lt Soree's ideas on containment fields.
CMO_LtCmdr_Maylen says:
*CEO*: I'd assume so, Lt, we're all moving towards a singular goal here.
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
::without a pause:: CTO: It's what we call a large area of impact on a planet.
OPS_Ens_Clooney says:
CNS: ::miserably:: But no one else's hands keep shaking.  I think I'm a coward and I shouldn't be in Starfleet.  ::looks at the floor as the last is said in a very small voice::
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
CEO: Aye.  ::follows the CEO towards the XO::
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
XO: Finished.  ::As he moves toward the XO::
Katira says:
::Frowns:: EO: I thought he had already finished that.
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
CEO: Good what is your report Lieutenant.
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
*CMO*: You could check with my EO, Ensign Naabadu sir.  We're still trying to make a containment field that won't hurt that entity.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::puts down the PADD in annoyance and looks at the holo of his family on the desk:: Self: Kela, where are you...
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
XO: Here's the idea. ::pulls a PADD out of her PADD pocket::
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
Katira: That's the beauty of ideas.  You never run out.
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
CSO: I see.  ::pauses a moment:: I guess it's true what they say then, that we learn something new all the time ::Cringes inside at the pitiful attempt at a joke::
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
::Hopes Ikari won't notice::
Crewman_Yesman says:
::frowns as he notices a microscopic black spot on the carpet.  Spits on the rag he's holding and bends down to wipe it up::
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
::Looks at the FCO and back at XO:: XO: As you can see, changing the polarity should do it.. based on what we know so far.
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
::Waits and listens for their report.::
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
OPS: That's not true, you're just handling it differently than everyone else. It's okay to feel the way you're feeling now. How to handle it, is another story.
Katira says:
EO: There is also a point of over doing things and wasting time... ::Shrugs and gets out her kit::
CMO_LtCmdr_Maylen says:
*CEO*: Very good, Lt... you might want to access the medical database and build some of your theories on what we know about energy based life forms, particularly those that feed off other forms of energy... I do believe there are one or two in there.
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
::misses the joke:: CTO: Quite true.  Look at the impact crater, here.
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
::nods at what the CEO says:: XO: Since for every action there's an equal and opposition reaction, we can determine what that "opposite" is for these creatures and create a containment field base with it.
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
OPS: Some people handle it by being with their loved ones, some people talk it out with a friend, and some come to me if they don't feel comfortable talk to other people.
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
XO: Of course that is based on a limited assault of these things... if hit by a great multitude there may be a problem.
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
::Slowly leans forward and sees what Ikari is pointing at:: CSO: Yes
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
XO: And since we can now detect these... beings... it's just a matter of time before we can determine what this... opposite is.
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
CTO: It covers nearly 3 million square miles.
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
::takes a step:: *CMO*: I'll do that sir... briefing the XO just now.
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
::Looks at their findings.:: CEO/FCO: Once we have determined that how long do you think it would take you both to implement such a plan?
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
::Steps back toward the XO::
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
CTO: The remainder of the impact object is around 1 million square miles.  Certainly what one could call a planet killer.
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
::Leans closer:: CSO: Really?, That big?
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
::nods again:: XO: Base on our simulations, we can always create more containment fields to.. uh.. contain the creatures.
OPS_Ens_Clooney says:
CNS: I....::swallows hard::  I....can't....I mean, I know all about death and that's not what scares me.  It's just...I don't want my soul sucked out of my body and taken over...like the two...ummm
CMO_LtCmdr_Maylen says:
*CEO*: Acknowledged, Maylen out. ::taps the console again:: *EO* Maylen to... Engineering.
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
::Looks at FCO and then the XO:: XO: Can do the shielding now... Now as for ionizing the planetoid's atmosphere...
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::gets up from his desk, picture in hand as he walks over to the window, looking down at the planet::
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
::looks at the CEO and eyes him:: CEO/XO: For the whole ship? Hum.. a few hours.
OPS_Ens_Clooney says:
CNS: Are they dead?  The pilot and that ensign?  Are they really dead or are they still alive and know what's happening to them?
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
*CMO*: Ensign Naabadu here, sir.
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
OPS: Whoa, slow down there... we don't know what happened yet. Jumping to conclusion only causes you more confusions on this mission.
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
::Jumps as her arm touches Ikari's arm:: CSO: So, we know what killed the planet
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::presses his hand to the window, feeling the cold from outside::
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
CEO: Right.. now that..
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
CEO/FCO: Yes have you come up with any solutions on ionizing the planets atmosphere?  A few hours that's once you get the information on the creatures correct?
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
XO: The ionization would take precision planning and it would have to be after we stop sending power to the Mira
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
XO: I think we can get the information we need from the doctor.
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
::raises an eyebrow:: CTO: .... ah, yes.  Imagine Luna impacting the earth, at a fairly high velocity.
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
Katira: Perhaps you should be telling the chief that and not me.  They're some of his new ideas too.
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
:Repeats her mantra while slowly taking a couple of deep breaths:: Self: I am an officer, I will behave as one
Katira says:
::Shrugs:: EO: You are the chiefs new assistant.  You have a voice.  ::Looks over at the main board and frowns::
Katira says:
*OPS*: What are you doing up there?
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
CEO/FCO: You might also be able to get information from Commander Ikari.  He and Lt. Llynisika are working on analyzing the information from the probe.
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
CTO: Here's something interesting too.  ::brings up a second set of data and notices Llynisika:: CTO: Are you alright, Lieutenant?
CMO_LtCmdr_Maylen says:
*EO*: Ensign, I need any information you might be able to provide on creating a substance or field or any kind if containment unit that could contain an energy based creature, but not allow it to have any access to our EPS grids to feed off of
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
XO: Ma'am, you may have missed my report earlier... we're still working on a "safe" containment field for the entity.
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
CSO: I see.  That would do considerable damage.  But do we know what caused Squire to die down there?
OPS_Ens_Clooney says:
::slumps back in her chair:: CNS: I can't sleep.  Every time I close my eyes I see that picture on the viewscreen of her...I'm terrified that thing will come through the bulkhead and...
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
CSO: Fine, Commander.  Absolutely fine
Crewman_Yesman says:
::snaps up right and hits the comm:: *Katira*: I am monitoring the power as I was instructed, ma'am.
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
CEO: No I saw your report Lieutenant.  How is the containment field going?
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
OPS: You should take a step back and re-evaluate the situation... keep an open mind that this could be just a lifeform trying to go home, think of all the possiblities. If you focus yourself on one conclusion, you'd only trap yourself in your fears.
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
::still curious but drops it:: CTO: Good.  As for what killed Squire, one of these creatures simply drained the energy from him.  No mystery there.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::winces as the nasty scar comes into view again as they orbit::
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
XO: According to the simulations I can make one... just can't guarantee the safety thing.
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
*CMO*: I'm running new test ideas on the possibilities now, sir.
Katira says:
*Crewman*: Monitoring or trying to wreck havoc?  You have diverted power... somewhere.  There is a proper sequence to these things.
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
CEO: Are you able to test the safety of it at all before we actually put it to use?
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
CSO: True, but where did it come from? Why is it there?  Too many questions, Commander, and not enough answers ::her antennae quiver as she falls back into her SEC officer mode::
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
::brings his attention back to the display:: CTO: Hopefully, those are for Doctor Maylen to answer.  But as I was saying, these creatures seem to be most strongly concentrated in the area of this crater.
Katira says:
::Reaches up to the panel and lightly touching the key areas, begins to reroute power in the correct sequence, balancing it out::
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
XO: Only in simulation ma'am... I'll get with Commander Ikari and Lt Llynisika and see what else they may have learned.
OPS_Ens_Clooney says:
CNS: Hmmm...I guess that it might just be trying to go home....
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::traces the ragged edges of the impact zone with his fingertip on the window:: *XO*: Ahkileez to T'Shara.
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
*CO*: Go ahead sir.
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
::Her finger slowly traces around the area on her screen:: outloud: Why is this area so special?
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
*CMO*: I don't see much success, though.
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
OPS: Or they might be lost... ::leans forward a bit:: ...think of all the possibilities. Who knows, maybe you'll find a solution to our problem.
Crewman_Yesman says:
::looks wildly at the console:: *Katira*: But..but ma'am...I have everything in order here!
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
*XO*: T'Shara, have Ikari and Llynisika finished with their analyses?
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
CEO: Understood keep me informed on your progress.  We might need to get the shielding up and containment field at a moments notice.
CMO_LtCmdr_Maylen says:
::sighs:: *EO*: You would think I'd be used to hearing that by now... all right then, thank you anyway, Ensign.
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
CTO: Good question.  Unfortunately, we don't know yet.  It could be assumed that whatever hit this planet was near M class itself
Katira says:
*Crewman*: You do now.  Please read through the manual... I am sure the chief has a spare one around somewhere.
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
CSO: Hmmm, I suppose.  What if it was considerably bigger?
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
XO: Shield I can do...containment field... ::shrugs::
OPS_Ens_Clooney says:
::looks up and stares straight into his eyes desperate for hope:: Do you think I could?
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
CEO: We'll figure something out, sir.  We always do.
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
CTO: An analysis of the surrounding sediment in and around the crater show iron, magnesium, silica, nickle.  Similar to Earth's crust
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
*CO*: Sir I believe they are still working on their analysis at this time sir.  But, I just got through speaking to Lieutenant Soree and Ensign Fa on the shielding and containment field.
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
XO: You do understand that the polarization of the shields may well kill this entity.
Katira says:
::Turns to Naabuda:: EO: I thought you were checking out other ideas.  The ones he had yesterday were just fine.
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
CTO: No, if it were any bigger this planet would have been obliterated.
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
OPS: Of course! ::Cheerfully like a child:: Any ideas you have are valuables to the crew
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
CTO: Any bigger than the planet, that is.
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
CEO: How so Lieutenant?
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::turns from the window:: *XO*: And their progress?
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
CSO: I see ::nodding:: But what about this planet makes it so attractive to these energy beings?
Host Steve says:
ACTION:  WARNING LIGHTS ON THE OPS AND ENGINEERING PANELS INDICATE A SHARP DROP IN POWER TO THE PRIMARY DEFELCTOR ARRAY POWER SUBSYSTEMS.  THE MICROWAVE POWER FEED TO THE SHUTTLECRAFT MIRA DISAPPEARS........
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
::eyes turned dark:: CEO: And it killed 2 of ours.  We'll call this, self-defense.
Crewman_Yesman says:
:: pulls a dog eared and well worn manual from his back pocket and waves it as if Katira could see it:: *Katira*: I have my own copy here.  ::starts to thumb frantically through it:: And it says right here that it should be within in.... ::stares in horror at the warning lights:: Oh no....
Katira says:
::Turns around as she hears the warning:: EO: What the...
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
CTO: Since there's not much energy on the planet, I'd have to say, I have no idea.
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
::finishes his hot chocolate:: OPS: Not to put the weight on your shoulder to figure it all out or anything though, everyone is doing their part... don't feel pressure to do it, if you don't want to.
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
OPS: But I think it'd help you get through it easier.
Crewman_Ashe_Whitehorse says:
::bites his tongue:: Self: zifflespits!! FCO: Ensign Fa!
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
::Head turns toward his console:: XO: Will get back to you on that ma'am. ::runs to console::
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
::sees the warning lights::
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
*CO*: Sir Lieutenant Soree reports that he will be able to do the shielding but it will kill the entity some how when we do polarize the ship.  The containment field he is still working on.
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
::ears perk up at the alert sound:: CEO: Excuse me... ::nods at the XO and then turns to hurry down to the front and hops into the pit:: Ashe: What happened?
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
Outloud: What now?
Host Steve says:
ACTION: THE MIRA'S NORMALLY CHEERFUL BLUE WARP NACELLE GRILLS BEGIN TO DIM.....
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
::nods to the CEO.::
Katira says:
*CEO*: We have a problem.
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
Katira: Not as safe to the creature as desired, though
OPS_Ens_Clooney says:
::grins shyly:: CNS: I really don't think that I could solve this.  I just make certain the power goes where it's supposed to and that everyone has clean sheets.
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
OPS: Is the shuttle within tractor distance?
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
XO: Lost the power link to the Mira
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
*Katira*: Noted.
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
CEO: Can we get it back online?
Crewman_Ashe_Whitehorse says:
FCO: Mira's eating up her power reserves pretty quick here...
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
OPS: But it doesn't hurt if you have ideas to help us solve this mystery.
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
*EO*: Reestablish the power link.
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
CEO: How did we lose the power link Lieutenant and how fast can you get it online?
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
::fingers race over console::
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
::nods:: Ashe: Let see if we can put a tractor beam on it and.. ::crosses her fingers:: Hope the entity doesn't follow the tractor beam back to the ship.
Crewman_Yesman says:
FCO: I'm checking.  No it's not.
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
OPS: It's not about what your job description say, it's about helping each other and exploring space
Katira says:
EO: While you establish the link, I will try to find where it was lost.
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
::Speaks over shoulder;; XO: Don't know how... attempting new link now.
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
Crewman Yesman: Shoot.  ::thinks quickly::  Ashe: Bring the shuttle within tractor beam range them.  There should still be energy left to do that.
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
::punches more buttons::
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
CSO: If we can find out what attracted the energy, then maybe we can find out what and why the planet was destroyed
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
*CO*: Sir we have lost our power link to the Mira.  I have Engineering working on it as we speak.
OPS_Ens_Clooney says:
::pauses and then gathers up her courage to ask:: CNS: Sir?  Are you scared?
Host Steve says:
ACTION:  AS THE MIRA FLIRTS DANGEROUSLY CLOSE TO THE PLASMA STORM WHEN THE CEO REESTABLISHES THE LINK AND THE MIRA COMES BACK TO LIFE
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
::moves to another console and accesses the deflector controls::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
*XO*: Try to maintain the power link. If we can't, it will have to be expendable.
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
*CO*: Aye sir.
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
::Blinks:: XO: Power link is back.
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
CTO: I don't think that the 1 million square miles of this mysterious object that smashed into this planet had a motive, lieutenant.  These things happen.
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
::looks at the consoles and sighs with relief and mutters:: self: Good job, Lt. Soree.
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
CEO: Acknowledged.
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
*CO*: Sir power link is back.
Crewman_Yesman says:
:: Sees the power come back on and smiles brightly:: ALL: We have power back.
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
::Looks over Sharikahr's power distribution::
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
Ashe: Better bring the shuttle within tractor beam range, just in case this happens again.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
*XO*: Is it still at safe distance?
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
FCO: Is the Mira still at a safe distance from the ship?
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
::Looks at FCO:: Fa: we still have the remote control of Mira?
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
OPS: Everyday, on every mission, and every life time, but then I found something else to be happy about and forget about the fear.
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
XO: Yes sir.  I'm having it brought within tractor beam range, just incase this happens again.  And if it does, we'll be ready to pounce.
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
::Tries to access the remote control link on his console::
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
CEO: Aye, sir.  We never lot remote control of the Mira... although, we were close.
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
::makes sure the link is stable, then returns to the simulations::
Crewman_Ashe_Whitehorse says:
::wrestles the Mira back into her previous course::
Crewman_Yesman says:
::starts to set the power back to what it was while muttering to himself:: Self: I know what it was , don't I read the manual every night before I go to bed?  ::lovingly caresses his console as things get back to what they were::
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
::Nods at FCO::
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
FCO: Acknowledged.
Katira says:
::With the power rerouted and established, finds the burnt circuitry and replaces it.::
OPS_Ens_Clooney says:
CNS: What was that?
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
CTO: Unfortunately, we don't know where this all happened, as the collision certainly knocked the planet out of it's system's orbit and was transplanted here.
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
::Stares at the console a minute::
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
OPS: That I am alive and well
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
Ashe/Yesman: Can we determine what happened?  Why did we loose that power link?
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
*CO*: Aye sir it is still at a safe distance.  Ensign Fa is having it brought within tractor beam range just in case we have any other problems like this one.
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
OPS: And have this wonderful extended family on this ship
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
*EO*: Ensign... you still running that simulation?
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
CSO: But there could be some clues down there.  We just need to find them
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
OPS: Something I learned from my dad
Crewman_Yesman says:
:: uses his sleeve to wipe a finger print off of the side::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::nods, even though he's alone: *XO*: Excellent. Keep me apprised when Ikari has anything. Ahkileez out.
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
OPS: Something I will never forget.
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
*CO*: Aye sir.
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
CTO: It's not safe down there.  We can't send anyone down there, and the plasma storms will make communications with probes difficult at best.
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
::looks up a bit and speaks::  Katira:  What about a modified phaser?
Katira says:
*CEO*:  The chip has been replaced.  You can reroute through the normal pathways if you want.
Katira says:
EO:  Modified phaser for what?  ::Closes the panel::
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
*Katira*: What chip?
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
CEO: Sir.  I recommend that we adapt our shielding idea to the tractor beam as well?  Should we need to get a tractor lock on the shuttle again, we don't want the entity to follow the tractor beam back to the ship.  ::thinks:: The beam shouldn't kill it, unless it tries to pass through it.
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
*CEO*: Yes sir, I am.
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
CSO: I know.  It's just frustrating
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
Katira:  To act as an edge to a containment field.
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
::Nods to FCO:: FCO: Agreed... use the same pattern as the multiphasic shielding...
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
CTO: Welcome to science, Lieutenant.  I'm going to put what I've found in a report for the captain
OPS_Ens_Clooney says:
CNS: I really haven't had a chance to meet anyone on the ship.  And I had to leave my brothers behind. But they gave me a teddy bear that I can cuddle, so I guess I have something to help.  ::smiles::
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
CEO: I'll get right on it sir.
Katira says:
*CEO*:  The one that needed replacing.
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
::pats herself and frowns as she had given her PADD to the XO::
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
::Nods:: CSO: I'll leave the Science to you , Cmdr
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
::sighs and closes her eyes and tries to do this by memory::  Self: Let see.....
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
*EO*: Trying input this... use the same pattern as the multiphasic shields on the containment field... see if that will hold and what it does for the entities safety.
Katira says:
EO:  You wish to modify the phaser to form an energy field around the energy to contain it?
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
OPS: I make a good friend too ::Laughs:: Teddy bears, how cute...
Crewman_Yesman says:
::sits up straight at his post in the proper Starfleet posture, exactly as shown in the manual::
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
*CMO*: Commander Maylen report to the Bridge.
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
Yesman: Modify the tractor beam's polarity to the following values.  0.2.. 0.5 and..... 2.123 with variance of 0.000023.
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
OPS: And you can't say you haven't met anyone, because you just met me ::grins::
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
::Turns to the XO:: XO: Ma'am... may have solved the safety issue regarding the entity.
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
CTO: Feel free to help any time you can.  ::moves back to his station::
CMO_LtCmdr_Maylen says:
::looks up from his fruitless research:: *XO*: On my way, Commander.
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
::Gets up from her chair.::
Crewman_Yesman says:
FCO: Modifying the tractor beam's polarity to the following values.  0.2.. 0.5 and..... 2.123 with variance of 0.000023., aye!
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
*CMO*:  Once you get here Commander you have the Bridge while I meet with the Captain.
OPS_Ens_Clooney says:
:;grins back:: CNS: But you're a Lieutenant Commander and I'm just an Ensign...
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
::watches Ikari move back to his station, shakes her head and turns back to her board::
CMO_LtCmdr_Maylen says:
::gets up and heads out of sickbay, heading to the TL:: *XO*: Acknowledged, Commander.
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
::turns to the CEO.:: CEO: What is your solution Commander?
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
*CO*: Sir?  Ikari here.
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
::feels weird to be aying by someone else::  Yesman: Yes.. yes... Mr.. um.. Yesman.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
*CSO*: Ahkileez here. Go ahead, Commander.
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
*CEO*:  Aye, sir.  I'll see what happens....
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
OPS: But you're a senior staff.... you have to learn looking at things from different views ::nods to himself::
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
CTO: You have the Bridge until Commander Maylen gets here.  I will be in the RR if you need me.
Crewman_Yesman says:
FCO: The tractor beam's polarity is now at 0.2, 0.5 and 2.123 with a variance 0f 0.000023.
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
XO: We can just keep bobbing the shield frequencies, which should stop the entity from absorbing any of our output.
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
CSO: Commander Ikari I would like you to join me.
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
XO: Aye sir
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
*CO*: I'm sending you a report of my findings sir.
CMO_LtCmdr_Maylen says:
::arrives on the bridge and steps out:: XO: Reporting as ordered, Commander.
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
XO: Hmm?  Yes, of course.  ::gets up::
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
::looks at the blinky lights on the OPS station:: Yesman: Looks good. Thank you.  ::smiles::
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
CEO: Acknowledged how soon can you get to work on that Commander?
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
XO: I mean rotating the frequencies ma'am... not bobbing.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::is about to respond but overhears T'Shara:: ::walks back to his desk and sits::
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
Katira:  Just a moment....  Sorry.  Never mind.  It wouldn't have been safe anyway.
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
XO: 20 minutes.
OPS_Ens_Clooney says:
::sits up a bit straighter:: CNS: You're right.  I didn't think about that.  I guess they should stress that a bit more at the academy. ::smiles::
Katira says:
::Looks at Naabadu:: EO:  Probably not.  But the chief's idea sounds feasible.
Crewman_Yesman says:
:: beams a bright toothy smile at the FCO:: FCO: Thank you ma'am.  Anything else I can do for you ma'am?
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
OPS: Maybe they should ::Stands to put his cup away::
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
CEO: Get started on that containment field and if you need Ensign Fa's help use it.
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
::staring at simulation::  Katira: Very much so....
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
::Heads towards the Captain's ready room.::
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
::Moves back to his console:: *EO*: I'll be working on the shield modifications... you work on the containment field... don't forget it may have to be rather large.
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
::thinks she's going blind with the reflection off of Yesman's teeth::  Yesman: At this moment.. no.. nothing.  I'll let you know if something turns up.
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
XO: Aye ma'am.
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
OPS: Would you like more water?
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
::quickly taps his com badge:: *CEO*:  Sir, you're absolutely right about the shielding.
Katira says:
::Moves to help the EO with the task::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::stacks up the PADDs neatly and shifts them to the side::
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
*CEO*:  It passes the simulations.
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
::rings the chime at the Ready Room.::
OPS_Ens_Clooney says:
::also stands up:: CNS: Thank you but no,  I had better get back to the bridge.  Thank you sir.  I'm glad I talked to you.  You were even better to talk to than my teddy-bear ::grins shyly::
CMO_LtCmdr_Maylen says:
::walks around the bridge to take the chair::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::speaks up right before he hears the chime:: Door: Come!
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
*EO*: Great...now to make it so we can expand it to fit our needs.
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
::giggles:: OPS: No problem, you know where to find me if you need to talk again.
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
::Enters the Ready Room.::
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
*EO*: Don't dawdle Ensign... we may need this very soon... get Katira to help.
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
::follows the XO in::
Katira says:
::Begins to gather the needed specifications::
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
::Walks Mia to the door::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::looks up as T'Shara and Shinji arrive:: XO/CSO: Commanders.. what have you got to report?
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::gestures to the seats in front of the desk::
CMO_LtCmdr_Maylen says:
::sits down, takes a status report from the arm console... chair feels a little different, must have been replaced after the incident::
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
CO: Sir the CEO reports that he can make that containment field and should be able make it safe for entity within the field.  I have instructed him to start working on the field with Ensign Fa's help.
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
::clears the simulation environment and starts constructing the containment field::
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
*CEO*: Of course, sir.
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
::Begins to realign the shield matrix to temporarily accept rotating frequencies::
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
::sits down in one of the seats.::
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
::sits down:: CO: It's uh, all in the report sir.
OPS_Ens_Clooney says:
::ducks out the door without hitting the door jam too hard:: CNS: Thank you, I will.  ::smiles and walks down the corridor to the TL::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::nods:: XO: Good. I have a feeling we're not going to find any answers long-range. ::turns to Shinji::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CSO: Give me the cliff notes version, Commander. I'll read your report later.
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
::nods::
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
::Walks back inside and put Mia's cup to the replicator for recycle::
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
CO: Hmm, well, the planet seems to have been hit by a large celestial object.  Asteroid, comet, perhaps even a moon.  This is undoubtedly what killed the planet
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
CO: This all happened some 2000 years ago
CMO_LtCmdr_Maylen says:
::takes a breath, and allows himself to relax... sitting in this chair has it's advantages::
OPS_Ens_Clooney says:
TL: Bridge.
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
CO: The sediment seems to suggest that impacting body was M class or near that itself.
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
::fitting the size of containment to available power::
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
CO: Also, on the subject of those creatures.  There seems to be billions of them on the surface
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
::pats Ashe on the shoulder as she hops out of the pit again:: Ashe: I'll be over at navigation.   I've been itching for the opportunity to plot a course out of this mess and how to do it smoother than coming in.
Katira says:
::Carefully assisting the EO:: EO: What are your areas of expertise?
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
::Put a quick note on his computer about OPS's visit and head for the Bridge::
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
CO: The largest concentration around the three million square mile impact crater
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::whistles low:: CSO: Billions? Any sign of what they might be doing near the crater?
CMO_LtCmdr_Maylen says:
::looks over:: FCO: Ensign. ::nods::
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
CO: No sir.  Sediment shows signs of iron, nickel, magnesium, silica... no signs of any energy they might be attracted to
OPS_Ens_Clooney says:
::enters the bridge and sees Yesman sitting up straight in front of the highly polished OPS console:: Yesman: Anything to report?
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
::smiles a little at the doctor:: CMO: Doctor. ::crosses the bridge to navigation control::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::lays his palms flat on the desk:: CSO/XO: Eliminating that as an obvious reason for congregation... hmmm... Any indications we can find more answers with further scans?
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
::Walks out of his office and activates his "away" message and head for the Bridge::
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
CSO: Do you have any theories on what might be so appealing to them there?
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
::keys in her access code::
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
::looking up briefly:: Katira: Weapons system design, primarily.
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
::Enters TL:: TL: Bridge
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
::Listens to the humming of the TL::
CMO_LtCmdr_Maylen says:
::gets up from his chair and walks to behind the FCO:: FCO: How are things going, Mu-Lan?
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
XO/CO: No idea whatsoever.  CO: Scans are complete, sir.
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
*EO*: Once you can create one of those containment fields and can adjust its size I want you thinking on how to ionize that planetoid's atmosphere... we'll get together and discuss it later.
Crewman_Yesman says:
:: Snaps to attention almost knocking Mia down:: OPS: Everything is fine now ma'am.  I had to fix a small problem but it has been resolved!
Katira says:
::Nods slowly:: EO: I don't suppose you have any training with the bat’ lath....
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
Katira: I prefer my fists.
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
::Arrives on the Bridge and takes the CNS chair on the command module::
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
::Sees he new shield matrix come together and hold::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CSO: If that's the end of your report, you're dismissed, Commander.
OPS_Ens_Clooney says:
::returns Yesman's salute and smiles:: Yesman: Thank you crewman, you're dismissed.  ::watches Yesman stride away in a precise military manner and slides into the chair::
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
CMO: ENG is devising a containment field... We have developed ways to modify the shields to protect us from these creatures from boarding the ship.
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
Self: Finally; something goes right around here.
Katira says:
EO: I have never seen the dance in that. ::Begins to check over their work::
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
::stands and exits the RR::
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
*CEO*: Understood, sir.  I'll get on ideas as soon as possible.
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
CMO: Further more, based on the shields modification, I have requested the same modifications be made to the tractor beams.  We almost lost the Mira once, and I don't want that to happen again.
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
::stands as Commander Ikari leaves the RR.::
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
CMO: So, the Mira is now within tractor beam range.. should we need to use the tractor beam, I do not want the entity to follow the beam back to the ship.. hence the modification to the tractor beam.
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
::Notices Ikari leave the RR, then quickly turns her attention back to her board::
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
::watches the OPS dismissing the crewman and smiles::
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
Katira: The dance?
CTO_Ltjg_Llynisika says:
Self: Pay attention 'iska
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::watches Ikari go, and waits until the door closes::
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
::think a bit:: CMO: AS soon as Lt. Soree has something develop for the containment field, without killing the entity, he'll be the first one to contact you.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::looks grave at T'Shara:: XO: I think we may need to send a second away team.
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
::Looks back at the Captain at his comment.:: CO: Sir?
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
::Turns head and speaks to OPS:: OPS: Ensign... I've modified the shields.  You'll see the frequencies can now be rotated... but only for short periods of time.
CNS_LtCmdr_Jax says:
::Logs in on his arm console::
CMO_LtCmdr_Maylen says:
::nods:: FCO: Very good, very good... how are things for you? I mean... ::hesitates and speaks a little lower:: How are you handling things since Squire's death?
FCO_Ens_Fa says:
::keeps her eyes on the console at the mention of Squire:: CMO: Fine.  ::a little coldly::  I'm.. .fine.  ::hesitates::
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
::notices Maylen on the bridge:: CMO: Doctor.  Any news on the creatures?
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::looks at her:: XO: I don't see that we have any choice. Recommendations?
Katira says:
::Stands back as they finish:: EO: It is part of... ::Looks lost for words::  Have you never seen two equally matched opponents fight with a bat’ lath or even swords?
OPS_Ens_Clooney says:
::looks at the modifications:: CEO: I understand.  This is really good ::smiles::
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
OPS: You'll have to initiate it though... can't keep it up all the time.
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
CO: Do you really believe that is a wise decision sir?  I don't know if it would be safe to send another team down to the planet at this time.  The CEO is still working on a ionized polarization of the planet and he said we would lose our power link to the Mira if he does setup the polarization of the planets atmosphere.
EO_Ens_Naabadu says:
Katira: You believe there is no skill in it?
CMO_LtCmdr_Maylen says:
::turns at Ikari's voice:: CSO: Nothing other than what we all ready know, Commander. The entity absorbed the neural energy of our crew... and seems to like any other energy it can get it's hands on... which brings me to you, any progress on containing these things?
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
::Turns to view bridge and sees the CMO::
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
::Moves slightly toward CMO::
OPS_Ens_Clooney says:
CEO: I will. ::starts to work on programming the rotation::
Katira says:
EO: In fighting with your fists?  Not exactly.  But there is no grace in it.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::nods:: XO: I know. But given that we've been keeping Pau... the entity on the Mira just to keep it alive, we can safely assume if we return it to the planet, it will survive like the others. We can retrieve the shuttle then and have all the power we need.
CEO_Lt_Soree says:
CMO: Commander, you wanted to be informed when we had a safe containment field we could use?
XO_LtCmdr_TShara says:
CO: Until we know it is safe to send down another team sir I think it would be unwise to do so.
CSO_LtCmdr_Ikari says:
CMO: Not as such, no.  I've been concentrating more on the planet.  I believe Lieutenant Soree has been looking into that
Host Steve says:
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