USS Sharikahr Mission Transcript - 10305.01

“Deviations”

Chapter II

Host Frank_SM says:
The USS Sharikahr is arriving at the Vulcan Colony, as scheduled.
Host Frank_SM says:
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CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
::On the bridge of the Shari and is checking to see that the packages are ready for delivery::
CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::In his command chair on the bridge, reviewing the very short brief on the colony that he received from Starfleet Command::
OPS_Ens_Stolvok says:
::Hails the colony, then calls up a few crewmen to ready the cargo transporters::
CTO_LtJG_Semaj says:
:: On the bridge at Tactical, monitoring the LRS for unidentified ships::
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
::On the bridge at engineering having a glass of water.::
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
CO: Packages are ready and standing by for transport in cargobay 2. ::sends the coordinates to OPS::
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::At science one, scanning for the usual::
CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::Not for the first time, wonders how he'll be received by his kinsmen::
OPS_Ens_Stolvok says:
::Receives the counselor's message and relays the coordinates to the cargo bay, while awaiting a response from the colony::
CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CNS: Thank you Counselor. ::closes down the report and straightens up in his chair:: Were you able to assemble those care packages?
FCO-Ens-Haynes says:
::Sitting quietly at her station.::
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
::Nods::  CO: I consulted many of the Vulcan crew, especially those in science to determine what best to include.  I believe they will be pleased.
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
::Checks the engine displays and is satisfied with what she sees.::
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
:::Sorts the ordinary results from sensors:: CO: Nothing unusual so far captain. Looks like it will be an uneventful mission. ::famous last words::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::Nods:: CNS: Good. Won't hurt to get a positive word out to the other colonies out here in case we end up handling any brush fires.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CSO: Bite your tongue, Woody. ::smiles and glances forward:: FCO: ETA?
OPS_Ens_Stolvok says:
::Finds it odd that the colony has not responded...repeats his hail::
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
::Smiles at Woody and chuckles at the CO's words::
FCO-Ens-Haynes says:
::Looks up a bit.::  CO: Oh um sir, um ETA sir yes sir.  ::Pushes a few keys to find out.::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::Slips his leg up across his knee and sits back again, wondering if this is what happens when he lets his crew relax too much::
OPS_Ens_Stolvok says:
::Glances at the helmsman, observing she appears to be rather distant::
FCO-Ens-Haynes says:
CO: We are approaching sir.  High orbit sir?
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
FCO: High orbit, yes. Take us out of orbit.
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
FCO: Just give the word.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::Turns his chair to the right:: CSO/CTO: Standard system scans. There shouldn't be a whole lot there, but I want to know about it anyway.
FCO-Ens-Haynes says:
::Puts the Sharikahr into a high orbit.::  CEO: When you are ready.
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
CO: Understood.
OPS_Ens_Stolvok says:
::Looks back at the comm board and repeats the hail again, on all frequencies::  CO:  No response from the colony.  I am continuing efforts to contact them.
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::Scans the system::
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
FCO: All ready.
FCO-Ens-Haynes says:
CEO: Go.
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
::Changes the settings and sees the engines drop obediently out of warp and settle down at a quiet impulse speed.:: FCO: Done.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::Frowns:: OPS: No response at all?
Host Frank_SM says:
Action: A text only response to the hail is sent, indicating where to beam the supplies down to, but giving little other information.
FCO-Ens-Haynes says:
CEO: Thanks,  ::Looking back down at her console.::
OPS_Ens_Stolvok says:
CO:  I am afraid... ::trails off::  They have just responded with a message indicating a beamdown point for the supplies, and nothing more.
OPS_Ens_Stolvok says:
CO:  Should I instruct the cargo bay to do so?
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
::Has this feeling of hitting the breaks just before the red light. Hopes no one noticed.::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
OPS: This is a little unfriendly, even for Vulcans. ::frowns:: Hold off on the beamdown. Find out where that comm signal came from and transfer the coordinates to Science and Tactical. I want a visual.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
FCO: Is there anyone else in orbit with us?
OPS_Ens_Stolvok says:
CO:  Aye sir.  ::Begins tracing the origin of the signal::
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
::Wonders about the Vulcans' response and agrees with the Captain's opinion::
FCO-Ens-Haynes says:
::Wills herself to do a scan.::  CO: Checking sensors sir.
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::Looks at the area of the colony, scanning for all lifesigns::
CTO_LtJG_Semaj says:
::Focuses the SRS on the planet to try and find any unusual readings that could be ships on the ground::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::Turns his chair around and looks at the eager young ensign:: CEO: Miss Brincker, take a look at their Terraforming equipment. See if it's working properly. I want to eliminate the possibility that they might not be able to answer.
FCO-Ens-Haynes says:
CO: We are the only ones here Captain.
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
CO: Aye sir. ::Starts scanning for the area where the Terraforming machinery is located.::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::Turns back around:: FCO: Well we know they didn't just get up and leave then. ::Looks at the screen and then over at Keely:: CNS: Any idea why they'd brush us off?
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
CO: Captain, the only thing out of the ordinary is a few power signatures that are non-federation. It could just be from items picked up by other races that have been to the planet
CTO_LtJG_Semaj says:
CO: A scan of the surface does not reveal any ships on the ground, sir.
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
CO: Perhaps they don't want us sniffing around?
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
CO: I'm trying to identify them now
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
CO: Anything in particular I should look for?
FCO-Ens-Haynes says:
::A look of distress crosses her face.:: Self: I sure hope nothing has happened to them.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CEO: Electromagnetic interference, lower than expected atmospheric production... anything that would contribute to their staying inside or not being able to respond.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CSO/CTO: All right. Maintain standard scans from now on.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
OPS: Put the colony's main complex on the viewscreen. ::wonders why the reception is so bad::
CTO_LtJG_Semaj says:
::Nods at the CO::
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
CO: Will do. ::distracted, looking to identify the power signatures::
OPS_Ens_Stolvok says:
CO:  The message was transmitted from the colony's communications array.  ::taps the buttons to display the colony complex on the viewer as he speaks::
Rotach says:
@::Sends a message to the Sharikahr annoyed at the ship messing up her concentration:: COM: Sharikahr: Why are you bothering me? Just send down the supplies and move on! ::cuts the link again::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::Drums his fingers lightly on the chair arm:: CNS: It's... ::gets cut off from the comm:: What the hell?
OPS_Ens_Stolvok says:
CO:  Of course, there is no way of -- ::trails off again, and plays the new message over the bridge speakers::
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
::Sees he scan results as  they come in.:: CO: It is not possible to determine anything from here, sir.
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
::Sits straighter::  CO: A bit harsh of a response from a Vulcan don't you think?
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CNS: Oh, not really. You never met my ex-wife. ::frowns:: OPS: Find out where that transmission came from and have Transporter Room 1 prepped.
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
::Chuckles and looks back at the viewscreen::
OPS_Ens_Stolvok says:
::Pushes a few buttons and has an Ensign galloping to Transporter Room One within ten seconds::  CO:  Again, it originated from the colony's communications array.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::Decides:: OPS: All right. ::stands from his chair:: Bridge: Semaj, Keely, you're with me. Woody you have the conn.
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
CO: Would it be bad form to invite ourselves to the surface?
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
CO: It looks like ordinary Terraforming techniques, no unusual signatures of any kind.
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::Looks at Keely:: CO: Aye Sir
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CNS: Bad form or not, I really don't care. We're bringing them gifts, we deserve a peek.
CTO_LtJG_Semaj says:
::Resets the Tac 1 station and moves to follow the CO::
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
::Nods to the CO and follows him to the lift in her chair.  Smiles at Woody letting him know that everything will be alright::
FCO-Ens-Haynes says:
::Groans a bit.:: Self: Oh no, I thought this was going to be simple, drop the things off and then just leave.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::Passes between the science and engineering consoles:: CEO: Continue your scans, Ensign. They were supposed to be doing something different out here. There should be some sign of it.
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
CO: Aye, sir, but it is difficult to see from the signatures. Continuing scans, sir.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::Steps into the lift and waits on the others::
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
::Hovers into the lift::
CTO_LtJG_Semaj says:
::Enters the lift::
FCO-Ens-Haynes says:
::Thinks.::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
TL: Deck Four.
FCO-Ens-Haynes says:
CEO: Something new the Captain said, Huh?
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::Takes the big chair, eschewing the science console for once::
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
FCO: Yes, maybe they can see it better on the surface. Somehow, I don't think remote scans will show it.
FCO-Ens-Haynes says:
CEO: What if it's cloaked?
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
CEO: Focus your scans on the foreign signatures I detected.
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
CEO: And keep a keen eye on the away team
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::Waits a short while until the lift stops on the right deck and leads them out:: CTO/CNS: They're very preoccupied. At least that woman was. I have to wonder why.
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
CSO: Yes sir.
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
CO: I don't think they are going to be happy to see us. ::exits the lift when it reaches their destination::
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
::Sets one scan on the beam-down point.::
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
FCO: Hmm, a possibility, indeed.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CNS: Well they'll just have to tell us that in person. ::doesn't look worried about the colonist's mood::
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
::Focuses scanners on the signature.::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::Taps his badge:: *OPS*: Ahkileez to Stolvok. Ensign Stolvok, prep our package for beamdown as well. We'll come bearing gifts.
FCO-Ens-Haynes says:
CEO: That was not an ordinary Vulcan response, but something more Romulan.  ::Raises her eyebrows now that her mind is going.::
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
::Moves into the transporter room and uses the ramp to her spot on the pad::
OPS_Ens_Stolvok says:
*CO*:  I will arrange to have the package beamed down simultaneously.  Is that all?
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
*OPS*: For now. Keep the lines open. If anything unusual presents itself, we'll keep the bridge informed.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::Stands on the pad with Semaj and Keely:: TR-Chief: Energize.
OPS_Ens_Stolvok says:
*CO*:  Yes sir.  Stolvok out.
FCO-Ens-Haynes says:
::Gets a bit of a hunch and decides to attempt to search it out.:: CSO: Cmdr, how would you go about scanning for something that is cloaked?
OPS_Ens_Stolvok says:
::Notifies cargo bay to beam the package down with the Away Team::
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
CSO: All I can see is that the power readings are low.
Host Frank_SM says:
Action:  The Away team is beamed down to the surface.
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
::Feels herself dematerialize and then rematerializes on the planet.  Takes a look around::
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
FCO: Technically, it's impossible. I did devise away once, with limited success. Try scanning for an absence  of the minutia that occupies space, which we know is not a perfect vacuum. In essence, you're scanning for the forward "wake" of something you can't see on sensors
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
::Sees the surface scan alter.:: CSO: They have arrived at the beam-down point.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
@ ::Sees the planet appear before his eyes and glances around:: CNS/CTO: Nothing especially new here. ::realizes the air's a little thin:: Keely, can you handle the thinner atmosphere?
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
::Tries to set scanners to penetrate any obstacles, such as a cloaking device.::
Host Frank_SM says:
Scene: The Away Team arrives at the sight of an apparently thriving Colony.  It's architecture unmistakably Vulcan.
FCO-Ens-Haynes says:
::Leans over to OPS.:: OPS: Ensign Stolvok, What is different between a Vulcan and a Romulan biosign?
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
CEO: Just the same minimal power signatures. Run it through the database and see if you can come up with a match. I couldn't find one. Keep communications with the away team open
FCO-Ens-Haynes says:
CSO: Perhaps a probe sir to mark the map so to speak.
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
::Nods::  CO: I believe I can so long as I stay in the chair.
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
CSO: Aye, sir. ::Saves the data and does a double-check on the database.::
OPS_Ens_Stolvok says:
FCO:  There is very little biological difference.  They may be indistinguishable at this range.
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
FCO: That method is ineffectual. They would spot it themselves and avoid it. ::smiles:: Unless you want to cloak it
@CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
::Finds herself breathing heavier than on the ship::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
@ ::Despite his biases, feels at home in the angular redstone architecture:: CNS: Well let's knock and see who's home. The supplies should be okay here. ::heads toward the main building::
FCO-Ens-Haynes says:
OPS: As I thought, thank you.
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
@::Nods and follows::
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
::Puts a tag on the away team.::
FCO-Ens-Haynes says:
CSO: What about a tetrion burst, I read a paper back at the Academy where a quick burst illuminated a large cloaked object and for sensors to get a fix.
CTO_LtJG_Semaj says:
@::Follows the Captain, hand very near the phaser in case he must draw it quickly::
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
FCO: They'd need to be in very close range for that to work. Why do you suspect an alien ship? Just out of curiosity.
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
@::Looks over at the CTO:: CTO: Expecting trouble?
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
@ ::taps his badge:: *Sharikahr* We're heading inside now, Sharikahr. We'll keep you updated.
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
*CO*: Understood. We're keeping an eye on you
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
@ ::Walks up the softly sloped steps and into the main building, looking around::
FCO-Ens-Haynes says:
CSO: I'm not suspecting a ship per say sir, but the Captain mentioned that this colony was doing some sort of new Terraforming and I'm wondering if its cloaked perhaps.  I'm also concerned about the curt response the Captain got, it was not Vulcanish but more well Romulan-like sir.
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
::Sets aside a window to keep the Captain's position on screen at all times.::
CTO_LtJG_Semaj says:
@CNS: There is no harm in being prepared.  It would be illogical to not be prepared for anything.
Rotach says:
@::Leaves the room where she is working as she gets a message that strangers being led by a Vulcan have arrived::
OPS_Ens_Stolvok says:
::Keeps the channel to the Away Team open::
FCO-Ens-Haynes says:
::Takes a deep breath, waiting to be told to stop jumping the gun.::
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::Drums his fingers on the console:: FCO: Have your plan ready. I'd like to hear more from the away team before attempting something that might be considered invasive on the Vulcans' part.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
@ ::Crouches down next to Keely and whispers softly:: CNS: If you start to feel light-headed or anything, let me know. You can go back to the ship or we can have them beam down a mask for you.
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
@::Looks around at everything and doesn't see anything out of place, but it still feels... different::
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
@CO: Yes sir.
FCO-Ens-Haynes says:
CSO: I'm just hypothesizing sir.  Something’s not quite right and I'm concerned.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
@ ::Holds her gaze for an instant to make sure she's not just trying to be brave, then stands back up::
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
FCO: That part we agree on. CEO: Anything on sensors yet?
CTO_LtJG_Semaj says:
@::Something is slightly amiss, but just can't quite place it.  Stays on the alert::
Rotach says:
@::Walks into the main corridor and towards the front of the building where she sees the strangers entering:: All: Stop right there!
FCO-Ens-Haynes says:
CEO: Could you set up a tetrion pulse to go in an equal radius and increase incrementally as needed?
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
CSO: Wish there was, sir.
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
@::Figures it is the light air that throws her perception off::
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
CEO: Figures.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
@ ::Raises an eyebrow:: Stranger: If you insist. ::Steps forward:: I'm Captain Ahkileez, of the Sharikahr? We were told we'd be expected?
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
FCO: I can set that up, yes. But whether it will reveal anything. ::Works with the controls.:: FCO: It's all yours when you need it. You can direct it from your console.
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
@::carefully studies Rotach's body language::
Rotach says:
@::Sees the Vulcan and squints slightly:: CO: The Sharikahr, ah yes. You brought the packages?
FCO-Ens-Haynes says:
CEO: Thanks,  I just want to be ready in case we need to do some experimental exploring.  ::Smiles some for the first time today.::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
@ Stranger: We did, they're outside. Everything you asked for, and some extras for your people. ::neglects to smile:: And you are...?
CTO_LtJG_Semaj says:
@:: Eyes the Stranger closely and determines that there are no weapons to be concerned about::
Rotach says:
@CO: Rotach. I am called Rotach. Why did you not leave the packages as instructed?
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
@ ::Matches her tone:: Rotach: Let's say I have a problem with taking instructions from a line of text. ::changes to a more formal tone:: We bring you greetings, Rotach, for you and your people. We are very interested in your work here and did not think it would be an imposition to take a look around. I can arrange for some cargo handlers if needed
FCO-Ens-Haynes says:
CSO: This is ready to go whenever the order is given Cmdr.
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
FCO: Good. I have a bad feeling too. Something is not right. OPS: Has the away team checked in yet?
Rotach says:
@CO: Well since you are here, welcome to Vulrom Colony Captain. ::nods slightly:: There is no need for your people to handle the packages any further. My own people will take care of them from now on.
FCO-Ens-Haynes says:
CSO: I'm glad it’s not just me.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
@ Rotach: Excellent. ::turns and gestures to his people:: With me are my chief of security, Semaj and ship's counselor, Counselor Cephas.
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
CSO: They have gone into a building, but I can still detect their signatures. They have been joined by someone else.
CTO_LtJG_Semaj says:
@::Looks around in the room they are in::
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
@ ::Keeps her face neutral and nods only slightly::
CTO_LtJG_Semaj says:
@::Nods at Rotach when he is introduced::
Rotach says:
@::nods to all of the team:: CO: I shall arrange for refreshments in the reception hall, but I am afraid that our facilities are not up to your standards.
FCO-Ens-Haynes says:
::Turns back to her console, forcing herself to stay focused and not let her mind wander.::
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::wry smile:: FCO: No it's not just you. There's just a sense of...unease I feel. I can't put my finger on it. CEO: Scan the newcomer. Tell me they are Vulcan. ::turns to look at her:: Please tell me they are Vulcan
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
@ Rotach: If you wish. But it really isn't necessary. We're content to observe and ensure that your needs are being met. You asked for medical supplies. Have there been problems here?
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
::Running a close scan on the newcomer.::
OPS_Ens_Stolvok says:
::Nods in acknowledgement of the CEO's response, feeling no need to add anything::
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
CSO: One Vulcan lifesign, sir. That is all.
Rotach says:
@CO: Problems Captain? ::smiles and turns ushering the team down the hallway:: Interesting question Captain, very interesting question.
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::Struck:: CEO: You're just detecting one? Odd.....
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
@::Is confused further by the smile::
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
CSO: Well, I only focused on that one.
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
CEO: There should be a bunch of them down there:: Thinks about Haynes plan::
FCO-Ens-Haynes says:
All: That's what I was afraid of.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
@ ::A little put off by the smile:: Rotach: I'd love an answer... ::follows::
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
CEO: Widen the field and see if you can give me a head count
FCO-Ens-Haynes says:
::Visibly distressed.::
Rotach says:
@CO: Perhaps Captain, perhaps.
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
CSO: Scanning.
Host Frank_SM says:
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