Host NightWind says:
Synopsis:  Out to discover what the building in the distance might mean, OPS meets up with some interesting people and introduces herself.  On the ship, the minister has taken command under regulations; annoying the crew.
Host NightWind says:
And the captain?  He left engineering to get a better look of the area, trying to refocus his thoughts.

And let's us not forget the unrelenting Synod who search for the ship, that temporarily has gotten away from them.
Host NightWind says:
<herself = himself>
Host NightWind says:
<<<<<<<<<< Decisions, decisions >>>>>>>>>>
KurtG is now known as UFP_MoD_Varan.
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
::standing on the Bridge monitoring the runabouts's progress::
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: At the edge of a jungle clearing, her alloted time up.:: *CNS*: Ma'am, permission to continue our search.
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::moving through the jungle trying to get a better look at where these furry people creatures live::
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
*CSO*: Negative. MoD Varan would like everyone back here. See you soon.
CMO_Lt_Cartwright says:
::looking at the window of an observation deck::
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: With frustration, looks back toward where the building is::
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
MoD: Sir, the runabout just docked.
Host NightWind says:
ACTION: Keeping out of the way, the security officer keeping an eye out for the captain, watches as his expression becomes determined.
XO_LtCmdr_Rodos (~XO_LtCmdr@odn-B51D3F63.dsl.bell.ca) has joined the conversation.
CIV_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::finishes the shut down::  *CNS* Now that I am here, what are my orders?
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
*CIV*: Please report to the Bridge with the XO.
UFP_MoD_Varan says:
@ ::looking a bit tired again and resting one hand on a console:: CNS: Thank you, Counselor. I believe it's time that this crew come to grips with this situation.
UFP_MoD_Varan says:
<-@>
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
MoD: Sir, please, make use of the command chair.
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
*OPS*: Ki, I am afraid we have been given our return orders... seems the minister wants us all back on the ship.
Host XO_LtCmdr_Rodos says:
@::sitting in the runabout with the CIV::
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::looks disappointed::  *CSO*:  Alrighty.  See you there.  ::reluctant turns and makes his way back through the path he cut into the jungle::
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
<reluctantly>
Host NightWind says:
ACTION: The captain checks his phaser before heading back to the ship and down to the shuttle bay.  Stepping aboard, he does a quick check of the shuttle, ignoring the security officer following him who is soon joined by another.
CMO_Lt_Cartwright says:
~~~CNS: If that old bastard keels over, call me.~~~
UFP_MoD_Varan says:
::shakes head:: CNS: No, I have no interest in commanding this ship. ::holds her gaze:: Only in ensuring its survival.
CIV_Tarrez-Hunter says:
XO: Well... its been fun.  My piloting is usually better than that.
Host XO_LtCmdr_Rodos says:
::nods:: CIV: Let's get to the bridge, shall we?
CIV_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::unstraps and stands up heading for the runnabout exit::
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::Looks to make sure the clearing is still clear.  As she steps forward, she hears what might be the sound of running and steps back into the folage.::
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
~~~CMO: You got it.~~~
CMO_Lt_Cartwright says:
::looks out the window of the observation deck again, obviously thinking about things::
CIV_Tarrez-Hunter says:
*opens the door*  XO:After you.
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
*CIV*: Are Sha and Victory all right?
Host XO_LtCmdr_Rodos says:
::exits the runabout and waits for the CIV::
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::Watches as a group of what appears to be humanoids with vague feline features comes to a stop in the clearing.::
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::moving towards the ship::
Host NightWind says:
<delete XO::
UFP_MoD_Varan says:
::looks at the viewscreen::
CIV_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::moves off the runnabout::
Host XO_LtCmdr_Rodos whispers to NightWind:
Sha is in sickbay last I remember
Host XO_LtCmdr_Rodos whispers to NightWind:
VIctory is on the runabout
CIV_Tarrez-Hunter says:
*CNS*: I believe they are in sickbay at the moment.
Host NightWind says:
<do not delete XO>
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
*CIV*: I was led to believe they were still on the runabout. My mistake.
Host XO_LtCmdr_Rodos whispers to NightWind:
apparently not according to mission ;)
CIV_Tarrez-Hunter says:
*CNS*: Understandable with everything that has happened
CMO_Lt_Cartwright says:
~~~CNS: Is the Minister still alright?~~~
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::finds himself worrying about where the Synod army might be as a walks along::
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
*CIV*: See you both soon
CIV_Tarrez-Hunter says:
XO: So are we going to have to climb up?
Host XO_LtCmdr_Rodos whispers to NightWind:
yay mass confusion
Host NightWind says:
<Place last action here>
CIV_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::moves to the bay doors::
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
~~~CMO: He looks tired, but he is still all right.~~~
UFP_MoD_Varan whispers to NightWind:
Would they hurry up? Jeez.
Host XO_LtCmdr_Rodos says:
CIV: It would appear so. ::opens the panel leading into a jeffries tube::
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::Watches as the group discuss something animatedly, unable to understand them.::
CMO_Lt_Cartwright says:
~~~CNS: Alright, keep an eye on him. I'll be around somewhere.~~~
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
*CSO*: How close are you rwo to being back.
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
<two>
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::activates his tricorder and scans as he walks::
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
~~~CMO: Keep an eye on the kids, Logan. I'll alert you if there is an issue~~~
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::Moving very slowly, quietly taps her commbadge and speaks very quietly:: *OPS*: Do not respond.  But there are a group of people blocking my return.
CMO_Lt_Cartwright says:
~~~CNS: Where are the kids?~~~
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::stops::
CIV_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::sighs::  XO: What a long day. ::enters the tube and starts to climb up::
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
~~~CMO: In Sick Bay.~~~
Host XO_LtCmdr_Rodos whispers to NightWind:
wouldn't it be fun if the kids were missing :)
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::turns and quietly makes his way back::
Host NightWind says:
ACTION: Making sure the area is clear, the captain takes the ship out and up.
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::notices an odd reading on his tricorder.  Stops to fine tune it::
CMO_Lt_Cartwright says:
::heads for sickbay::
Host NightWind whispers to XO_LtCmdr_Rodos:
Anne would kill me I think... then you.
CMO_Lt_Cartwright says:
~~~CNS: On my way there.~~~
Host XO_LtCmdr_Rodos whispers to NightWind:
what's the captain doing?
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Host NightWind says:
ACTION: Keeping the shuttle low flying, the captain heads back toward the area he had originally landed the ship.
Host XO_LtCmdr_Rodos says:
::climbs behind the CIV::
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::recognizes the language and sets the UT to work on the language.  Continues back towards the CSO's position::
CMO_Lt_Cartwright says:
::enters sickbay and checks on Sha and Victory::
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::Curiously listens, but the group seems to making themselves comfortable.::
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
*CSO*: Lt. is there a problem?
CIV_Tarrez-Hunter says:
XO: You know I once had a CEO who liked to fly through these tubes with a jet pack of sorts.
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
*CNS*: Yes.  There is a group of people in the clearing I must go through to return.
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
*CSO*: Be careful, but get back with all speed
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::checks the relative locations of the CSO and the furry people creatures with his tricorder::
Host XO_LtCmdr_Rodos says:
::chuckles:: CIV: I couldn't imagine. Though, one time I had a romantic date in the Jeffries tubes, believe it or not...
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
MoD: Sir, the CSO reports that her pathsis blocked my some of the planet's inhabitants.
CMO_Lt_Cartwright says:
::picks up Victory and holds her:: Self: I could get used to this.
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
<path is>
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::notices more radio frequencies broadcasting while he's checking::
CIV_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::stops for a moment to look down::  XO: Hasn't everyone?
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::Freezes as what she believes is the eldest in the group turns toward her as if he heard the counselor.  She closes her eyes and mentally thinks herself as part of the surrounding.::
CIV_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::smirks and starts to climb back up again::
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::listens to the music while he walks::
CIV_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::goes quiet as she remembers Kodar::
Host XO_LtCmdr_Rodos says:
::raises an eyebrow:: CIV: Do they?
UFP_MoD_Varan says:
::looks up:: CNS: Inhabitants? I was under the impression that this planet was uninhabited?
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::stops to gather some rocks::
Host NightWind says:
ACTION: Retracing the path the storm had taken them, the captain follows along the edge of a low mountian range.  One of the security officer points out life sign readings near by.  Through the viewscreen, a few houses deep in the jungle can be seen.
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
MoD: That is what the CSO and OPS were sent to recon.
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::figures he's close enough and tosses a rock into the jungle in the opposite direction of the CSO::
CIV_Tarrez-Hunter says:
XO: I know I did
CIV_Tarrez-Hunter says:
XO: With my first husband.
Host NightWind says:
ACTION: In fluid motion, the humanoids stand and turn toward the sound.
UFP_MoD_Varan says:
:;shakes his head:: CNS: Too many variables. They should return to the ship with all possible speed.
Host XO_LtCmdr_Rodos says:
CIV: There's a spot near Engineering where the plasma transfer conduits pass through the tubes.. the light from them is dim and romantic.. ::smiles:: I took my wife there on one of our first dates.
CMO_Lt_Cartwright says:
::sniffs as he holds Victory:: Self: Good she doesn't need a change.
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::notices he is walking on soft ground.  Looks down and realizes the little patch has clearly been cultivated::
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::Opening her eyes, she looks to see the group looking away, staring in the direction she needed to go.::
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
MoD: They are trying. Their path is blocked.
UFP_MoD_Varan says:
::looks at the young woman:: CNS: Transporters?
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::notices a few tools laying around::
Host NightWind says:
ACTION: The captain moves slightly away from the area and as low as he dares to go.  The further he goes, the more houses he sees until he comes to realize he has come upon a rather large settlement.  There are roads going to and from it.
CIV_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::reaches the right access panel::  XO: Here we go.
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::Slowly and silently begins to move toward the other edge of the clearing, only to pause when she hears a growl.::
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
MoD: They are off line here on the ship. The runabouts might be working, but it's a possible violation of the Prime Directive as well.
Host NightWind says:
ACTION: Some confusion crosses the captains face and then he thinks back to what the CSO had told him earlier.  He veers away.
CMO_Lt_Cartwright says:
::peeks in on Sha, a bit relieved that Sha is sleeping;:
UFP_MoD_Varan says:
::eyes widen:: CNS: Are these people pre-warp?
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: Slows her breathing.::
Host NightWind says:
ACTION: The youngest of the groups nose twitches as she smells the air.
Host XO_LtCmdr_Rodos says:
CIV: Go on.
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
MoD: I am not sure. But I've seen no evidence of space flight here. The recon team was told to have a look. It's best to be safe than sorry.
CIV_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::opens the access hatch door and pulls herself out::
Host NightWind says:
ACTION: The captain takes the shuttle further away from the city, avoiding anything that might appear to be evidence of civilization.  Mean while his security officer informs him there is no indication the civilization has any warp capabilities.
Host XO_LtCmdr_Rodos says:
::climbs through and on to the bridge::
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::realizes his vulnerability and moves out of the open area back into the cover of the jungle::
UFP_MoD_Varan says:
::turns back to fave the flickering viewscreen:: CNS: If you're right, counselor. Being crashed on a planet and hunted by the Synod are the least of our problems.
Host NightWind says:
ACTION: The eldest of the group moves toward the area OPS was, occasionally looking back at the youngest for direction.
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
::turns as the access panel opens:: CIV/OPS: It's good to see you both.
CIV_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::closes the hatch behind them::
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
<OPS=XO>
UFP_MoD_Varan says:
:;looks back at the noise:: XO: Ah, finally here, Commander. Good.
Host NightWind says:
ACTION: Topping a small rise, the security officer warns the captain of a group of Synod heading straight for the city, approximately 1 hour away and closing.
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::crouching in the jungle checks his tricorder::
Host XO_LtCmdr_Rodos says:
::nods:: MoD: Minster.
CIV_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::moves over to the CNS::  CNS: What is the situation?
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: Wondering what the people are concerned about, she slowly continues her way toward the edge of the clearing.::
Host XO_LtCmdr_Rodos says:
MoD: What's our current status?
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::picks up one moving closer to him and quietly retreats farther in::
Host NightWind says:
ACTION: It does not take long for the captain to realize the situation.
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
CIV: The CSO and OPS were sent to recon a possible settlement. Evidence is that the people are pre-warp. They are blocked from returning to the ship. We cannot risk transporting them and breaking the Prime Directive.
UFP_MoD_Varan says:
XO: Terrible. I hope that's sufficient. ::waves the formality off:: Now that you're here, you should handle the minutia. But it is critical that your crew should be recalled to this ship immediately.
Host NightWind says:
ACTION: The eldest continues toward the edge of the clearing, his whole body languge that of one stalking something... or hunting...
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::as he's hiding, wonders at the incongruity of the pre-industrial tools yet radio broadcasts::
CMO_Lt_Cartwright says:
::sets Victory down and begins to make a bottle for her::
CIV_Tarrez-Hunter says:
CNS: And what happens when they find this ship?
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::decides the whole thing is very odd, but assumes wiser minds than his will make sense of it all, assuming he ever gets a chance to report it to anyone::
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
XO: Lt. So'tsoh and Lt. Ki are trying to make their way back. The inhabitants of the planet are blocking their path back to the ship.
Host XO_LtCmdr_Rodos says:
CNS: Can we transport them?
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
XO: It would be a possible Prime Directive violation.
CIV_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::moves to take up the science station and sees what is working and what is not.::
CMO_Lt_Cartwright says:
~~~CNS: How's the old fart?~~~
UFP_MoD_Varan says:
CNS: If these people are pre-warp our presence on this planet is a prime directive violation.
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
~~~CMO: Fine.~~~
Host XO_LtCmdr_Rodos says:
MoD/CNS: How did the CSO and OPS get there?
CMO_Lt_Cartwright says:
~~~CNS: The kids are ok. Sha is sleeping and I'm making Victory a bottle.~~~
Host NightWind says:
ACTION: With a thought about his crew and the situation, the innocent people who are just behind him, he takes the shuttle toward the Synod.  The security officer looks at his captain with uncertainty, then with a shrug, returns to assisting.
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
MoD: True, but we have no idea if they have discovered us yet and at this point we should strive for minimal damage.
Host XO_LtCmdr_Rodos says:
CNS/MoD: Where's the Captain?
UFP_MoD_Varan says:
::points at the viewscreen:: CNS: Counselor, there are aliens walking around their planet. The damage has already be done.
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::Arriving at the edge, she looks over and something warns her something is not right. Quietly:: *OPS*: Ki, are you back at the ship?
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::frowns and checks relative positions on his tricorder once again::
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
XO: The last I heard from him. He left me with the Bridge and went to assisst the CEO in getting our transporters back and getting the ship's engines fixed.
Host NightWind says:
ACTION: Soon all the group are moving toward OPS location, locked onto his scent.
Host XO_LtCmdr_Rodos says:
::taps combadge:: *Engineering*: Rodos to engineering?
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
MoD: Then we need to have someone head to the runabout and get them back.
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::notices more moving in::
Host NightWind says:
<Engineering> XO: Yes commander
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
MoD: I can go.
Host XO_LtCmdr_Rodos says:
*Engineering*: Is Captain Irvin in engineering?
Host NightWind says:
ACTION: Basically a one man battle proceeds with the Synod now returning fire as the captain draws them away from the city.
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::tries to move as quietly as possible away from the area::
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
~~~CMO: Thanks Logan~~~
Host NightWind says:
<EO Sparks> *XO*: No sir.  He left about 30 minutes ago.
UFP_MoD_Varan says:
::narrows his eyes:: CNS: Your mate is in command. The decision is his.
CMO_Lt_Cartwright says:
~~~CNS: I'll be ok as long as Sha is asleep, once Sha wakes up, I'll get Johnson back in here.~~~
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
XO: Then may I have permission to report to the runabout sir.
Host NightWind says:
ACTION: The jungle hampers the battle being fought quietly, but for the sharp wine of energy weapons.
Host XO_LtCmdr_Rodos says:
CNS: What do you plan to do?
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::taps his commbadge and whispers as he moves::  *CSO*:  No, I came back to get you and now they're tracking me.  ::keeps moving::
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
XO: Use the runabouts trnasporters to get OPS and the CSO back. The Minister is right. We can do no more damage than has already been done.
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: Closes her eyes for a moment, considering.:: *OPS*: I am at the edge of the jungle and can head back into the trees.  I am going to draw them my direction.  Can you get away then?
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
<runabout's transporters>
Host XO_LtCmdr_Rodos says:
::thinks for a moment:: CNS: Granted. Bring them home.
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
::walks to the access hatch and climbs in::
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::moving as quickly as he can without making too much noise::  *CSO*:  Worth a try.
CIV_Tarrez-Hunter says:
XO: Permission to go with her... not much help around here with this little of power?
Host NightWind says:
ACTION: The group arrive at the clearing and quickly locate what they are searching for.  Their hackles rise.
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: Quickly making her way up the nearest tree, making sure she is not obvious to eyes, looks to the skies and cupping her hands around her mouth, gives a howl, eerily like that of wolf.::
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
::continues climbing::
Host XO_LtCmdr_Rodos says:
CIV: Show her your fancy flying. ::winks::
Host NightWind says:
ACTION: As if one, the group quickly turns and heads toward the howl.
CIV_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::smirks and quickly moves to the hatch::
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
::reaches the shuttlebay:: XO: Commander, we have a problem.
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::realizes he's lost in the jungle::
Host XO_LtCmdr_Rodos says:
*CNS*: Yes Counselor?
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
*XO*: The runabout is gone.
Host XO_LtCmdr_Rodos says:
*CNS*: How could it be gone? We just docked.
CIV_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::turns and looks at the XO when she hears the report::
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: As the group heads toward her, she grabs a fine and swings back toward the ship.::
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
*XO*: I have absolutly no idea. Could the CO have taken it just after you left the bay?
Host XO_LtCmdr_Rodos says:
*CNS*: He could have... but why?
CNS_Lt_Rodos says:
*XO*: I don't know sir. All I know is it's gone.
CIV_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::moves back to the science station and sees if she can get anything up on the senors::
Host NightWind says:
ACTION: The captain has done a lot of damage, but so have the synod to the shuttle. Valiantly he draws them further away. As the group find themselves in a depression, a look comes to the captains eyes.  With a final thought for his ship and crew, he takes the ship down.
Host NightWind says:
ACTION: Off in the distance, an explosion can be heard, followed soon by absolute silence.
Host NightWind says:
<<<<<<<<< Pause >>>>>>>>>>
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