Space, the final frontier...These are the adventures of the USS Sharikahr in her continuing mission to bring peace where conflicts may arise, to explore new worlds untouched by the eyes of men, and to brave the darkness of the last vast, unknown.
Now the whole crew is ready for the next step, and knowledge does not make the situation less dangerous. Is there really an entity who feeds on rage and hatred on the Planet? Why energy is being drained so quickly from every power source? And if that is true, what is the best course of action to stop the creature's cruel actions?
Last mission the Away Team has completed its reconnaissance; data have been collected and many useful hints have been found to help the Sharikahr to finish its mission. Will they succeed?
Star Trek, A Call To Duty,
is proud to present
the USS Sharikahr in
"An Hellish Path, Chapter ten
“The Shari goes Viking”
Stardate 10706.21

Starring: 
Anne B. as Commander Millicent Ivy Rodos
Karriaunna S. as Lieutenant Sin’ajéídishjool So’tsoh
Chris D. as Lieutenant Varn
 John F. as Ensign Kurt Wall

Produced and Directed by:
Enrico T

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Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
::sitting on the Bridge in the XO seat:: *All*: Report!
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: In the transporter room, waiting to beam down.::
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
*XO*: Final briefing of the Tactical team has been done were waiting on your word ma’am
SO_Ens_Archemides says:
:: On the bridge, looking for a possible source for the energy he is picking up.::
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
*CTO*: The away team can beam to the surface when ready. Remember to contact us every 45 minutes for fresh supplies.
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
*XO*: Aye ma’am
SO_Ens_Archemides says:
XO: I am having no luck on the CSO's request.  The energy appears to be diffuse on the planet.
Host Enrico says:
<CMO>: *XO*: I am suddenly feeling terribly sick. I think I am not ready to lead the Away Team
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
::shoulders pack and rifle and signals team to head for the TR::
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
::enters the TR and sees the ever charming SO and winks at her::
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: Lifts a brow curiously at the CTO::
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
::tries not to sound like a kid on Christmas:: *CMO* That's too bad. I'll have to lead the team myself.
Host Enrico says:
<MO_Aulin>: *CSO*: Ma'am we have finished replicating the drugs you requested. One orderly is bringing them up right now.
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
SO: What request?
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: Wondering why the CMO is not bringing it himself..:: *MO: Thank you.
SO_Ens_Archemides says:
XO: The source of the energy that is surrounding the planet and similar to psionic energy... just not... quite... the same.
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
*CTO*: I'll need you to wait a sec Ensign. It appears the doc is ill and I will be leading in his place.
Host Enrico says:
<CMO>: *XO*: I know too bad, but I think I really should avoid some kind of foods. I truly apologize.
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
CTO: I regret we were not able to meet up.  However, I had medical create a... well, it basically blocks psionic waves. However, it is only for a short duration.
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
::tries to sound sympathetic:: CMO: We all have bad days, Commander Rodos out.
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: Hearing the XO looks concerned at the CTO::

ACTION: A nurse arrives in TR 1 with a metal suitcase.

Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
SO: Hmmm. Well keep working on it. Report your findings to the CMO. ::gets up and practically skips to the TL::
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: Steps down from the transporter and takes the case::  Nurse: Thank you...
SO_Ens_Archemides says:
:: nods as the first officer leaves.::
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
TL: Transporter Room 1
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
CTO: Do you wish me to shadow her?
Host Enrico says:
<Nurse_Zycodec>: CSO: These are the drugs ma'am. Two rations for everyone. Side effects are not clear, so I have been told to warn you it may have unpleasant effects.
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
Nurse: I am familiar with some of it.  However, is there danger to an unborn child?
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
TO’s: Ok lads line up for your shot
Host Enrico says:
<Nurse>: CSO: I would be very careful with the child yes.
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
*SO*: It will be up to you to coordinate fresh supplies every 45 minutes.
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::Pockets the extra dose and then as the others line up. gives them an injection.::
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: glances at the nurse and then back.:: Nurse/CTO: Perhaps I should not give it to the first officer...
Host Enrico says:
<Nurse>: CSO: Only as last resort I would say.
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
Nurse: Understood.  I will let her know.
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
::enters the Transporter Room::
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: Finishes with the last security officer and turns to the first officer.::  XO: Ma'am.  I will not be giving you a dose unless it becomes a necessity.  Medical is uncertain of the side affects upon your unborn child.
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
CSO: I leave that up to you Lt. I'm sure you will make the best decision.
Host Enrico says:
<Transporter_Chief> ::looks at the mass of people in the room and makes a snarl:: XO: So who is going first and at what coordinates ma'am?
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: Nods and turns to the CTO to administer to him his dose.::
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
::rolls sleeve down::
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
CSO: Be gentle
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: Humor lights her eye as she injects him at the base of his neck.::
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
::looks to the CSO since she is the latecomer here:: CSO: Where are we going Lt.
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
CSO: Can I have a lollipop now? ::Smiles wickedly::
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: Looks at the man wondering if there was something wrong with his dose.::
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: Turns:: XO: I would suggest a short walk from the village.
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
::smirks behind her hand at the CTO and his flirting::
Host Enrico says:
<Transporter_Chief> ::taps on the console waiting for an answer::
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: Looks from one to the other, then hands to the hypo to the first officer.::  XO: If you would please...
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
::takes spot on pad::
OPS_Lt_Varn says:
:: finishes digging into the equipment locker behind the transporter console ::
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
Transporter_Chief: We need to be a short walk from the village.
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
CSO: What do I need to do Lieutenant?
Host Enrico says:
<Transporter_Chief> ::nods:: XO: Logical, and what eight am I sending first?
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
XO: At the base of my head.
SO_Ens_Archemides says:
:: Looks around the quiet bridge.::
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
::presses the hypo against the base of the CSO's neck::
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
::relaxes and waits::
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: Turns, nodding her thanks and taking the empty hypo to add to her kit.  Then steps up to the transporter.::
Host Enrico says:
<Transporter_Chief>:: thanks the discipline of the Kolinahr for the gift of patience he received::
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
::steps up on the pad:: CSO: Looks like we are just missing OPS
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: Points to the transporter console::
OPS_Lt_Varn says:
:: from his vantage point ::  XO: Nah, I wouldn't say you're missing him, really.
Host Enrico says:
<Transporter_Chief>::raises an eyebrow:: XO: Trying to transport 16 people on a transporter made for 8 is illogical ma'am.
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
XO: Sorry Lt, did not see you there.
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
::smiles:: Self: Gotta love Vulcans
OPS_Lt_Varn says:
XO: Not a problem.  Trying some last minute adjustments to our systems to break through the interference better.
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
Away Team: Okay eight of us need to step off.
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: Watches as seven security officers join OPS.::

ACTION: Seven Security guards, all Vulcans, step down.

Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
Transporter_Chief: Okay beam away.
Host Enrico says:
<Transporter_Chief>: XO: Coordinates locked in.  Ready when you are ma'am.
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
::braces himself::
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
::nods to the Transporter Chief to indicate readiness::

ACTION: The Away Team is beamed to planet at the right coordinates.

SO_Ens_Archemides says:
@:: Checks with the transporter chief of the set coordinates::
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: Looks around with her eyes as she does a scan of the area.::
Host Enrico says:
<Transporter_Chief>: ALL in the room: Please step on the pad while the buffer recharges.
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
::drops to his knees and brings rifle up scanning the area::
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
::immediately reinforces her own mental shielding::
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
CTO: No changes from before.
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
::gives hand signals for the TO’s to set up a perimeter::
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
::nods to CSO::

ACTION: OPS and the rest of the security guards are beamed to the planet.

CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: As the operations officer joins them, she approaches him with the hypo and his dosage::
SO_Ens_Archemides says:
@ :: Makes a sensor count... all 16 life signs... and nods to himself, very nervous.::
OPS_Lt_Varn says:
:: waves his arms frantically ::  CSO: What are you injecting in me?  Gees, some warning would be nice.

ACTION: All the energy weapons of the Away Team disappear in a flash.

CTO_Ens_Wall says:
::swears to himself::
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
::blinks:: Self: Wow
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: Motions him to turn around.::  OPS:  People who are late...
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: Looks curiously over to the CTO and following his glance, frowns::

ACTION: Suddenly short swords in sheaths appear where the phasers were.

Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
All: Okay there is something here, I can feel it.
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: Quickly injects him:: OPS: This is a psi-blocker.
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
XO: What do you sense?
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
::looks over at the CSO::
OPS_Lt_Varn says:
CSO: And I get this... because?
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
CSO: It wants me to hurt but I'm managing to block that. And underneath is some serious hunger.
OPS_Lt_Varn says:
:: Looks down at his waist ::  All: Is this a joke?
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
OPS: I wish it was
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
OPS: You get it because otherwise you would probably be trying to attack us.
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
CTO: There are many coincidences here to the idea of an entity wanting battle... of the brutal sort.  And yes, I do know how to use one.
OPS_Lt_Varn says:
XO: Maybe the scientist for sneaking up on me, sure...
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
XO: You have a choice.  The moment you sense you are loosing control, you can return to the ship or I can give you the psi-blocker.
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
CSO: Good, take my rifle ::goes to hand the CSO his rifle::
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
CSO: It's difficult, but I'm okay for now.
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: nods::
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
OPS: Something on this planet is creating the need to battle in anyone who can't defend against it
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
::pulls cold out of it’s shoulder holster and clicks open the cylinder, looks at it and with a satisfied look closes it slipping it back into the holster::
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: Takes the rifle as well as one of the swords, tucking the sword into waist band.::
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
OPS: It also thinks we all look like a very tasty treat
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
CSO: May I say LT you make a very cute Viking
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
::looks at the sword at her side::
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
CTO: I can honestly say my ancestors never met.
OPS_Lt_Varn says:
XO: You don't say.  :: Turns to look at the CSO ::  CSO: Want a taste of this, Lieutenant?

ACTION: The temperature of the place cools considerably in the late afternoon.

CTO_Ens_Wall says:
XO: Boss i suggest we get a move on
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
OPS: Taste of...?
OPS_Lt_Varn says:
:: shakes his head :: CSO: Never mind.
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
CTO: Yes we better get going

INFO: The sun lies low behind the village. Casting shadows beneath its walls.

CTO_Ens_Wall says:
::whispers:: XO: Boss i want you to stay nice and close to me ok
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: Wonders if there is a side effect to the psi-blocker she was not aware of as she considers both the CTO and OPS.::
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
CTO: You got it Ensign
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
XO: After you boss ::makes a flourishing bow::
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
::wonders if she should tell the CSO that she's being flirted with::
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
::starts walking::
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
::jogs ahead slightly and takes point::

ACTION: While getting closer to the village, the Away Team is immediately seen by a couple of sentinels standing in front of the main gate. They are armed with spears, swords and axes. They all wear the tattered remains of Starfleet uniforms and homespun clothes.

CTO_Ens_Wall says:
::motions the Away Team to make an immediate halt::
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: Shadowing the XO, keeps a close eye on her surroundings.::
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
CSO: I think the best way to deal with the locals would be to simply tell them he we are and that we are going to attempt to rescue them. 

ACTION: At the sentinel's call two people armed with what seem Welsh longbows appear on top of a wooden watchtower and they take aim at the Away Team.

SO_Ens_Archemides says:
@ :: Feeling a headache coming on, realizes he is staring too hard at the sensors and sighs.::
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
XO: Boss i suggest we stop and wait, it they really are Vikings then we should let them see us so they know we are real
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
CTO: Good idea ::stops and raises her hands in a non threatening gesture::

ACTION: The two guards start moving fast toward the Away Team.

CTO_Ens_Wall says:
::reaches inside his shirt and removes a silver amulet of Mjolnir::
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: Takes a step just to the side of the XO, ready to move in front of her if needed.::
OPS_Lt_Varn says:
Aloud: Uhhh...
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
::holds the amulet up for the guards to see one hand resting on holster::
Host Enrico says:
<Guard_Shutz>: Away Team: Stop there please. ::they move slower and with more caution::
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
Guard: As you wish
SO_Ens_Archemides says:
@ :: Looks near
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
Guard: We come in peace to see your Lord
SO_Ens_Archemides says:
@ :: Feels nervous as other life forms join the Away Team::
Host Enrico says:
<Guard_Shutz>: ALL: Oh my god, you are Starfleet. ::turns toward the other guard:: I told you they would arrive one of these days.
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
::replaces amulet inside shirt::
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
::Looks at the CTO, not having considered Federation officers would go that far.::
OPS_Lt_Varn says:
:: Rubs the bridge of his nose ::
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: At their acknowledgement of who they were, takes a step slightly behind the XO::
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
Guard: I am Ensign Wall, identify yourself
Host Enrico says:
<Guard_Shutz>::runs toward the XO letting his weapons fall:: CTO: Thank you for coming. Are you really Starfleet?
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
Guard: I am Cmdr. Rodos of the USS Sharikahr. This is my CSO, CTO, and OPS.
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: nods::
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
::steps in front of the XO::
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
::nods to the CSO, now very businesslike::
Host Enrico says:
<Guard_ Shutz>All: I am CPO Shutz, of the USS Agincourt.
SO_Ens_Archemides says:
@ :: Seeing things appear to be fine, turns to work on the idea he had for trying to locate the source of the energy.::
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: Looks behind them::
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
Shutz: What happened to you Chief?
Host Enrico says:
<CPO_ Shutz>:::stands at attention:: XO: It sure took you a while, but I am glad you are here.
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
Shutz: I think it best we go to your encampment. Much has changed in the 90 years the Agincourt has been gone. We should speak with your CO
Host Enrico says:
<CPO_Shutz>: CTO: It's a long story, and yes the others need to know the news. We will bring you to Captain Eriksson.
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: Reminded of the time span, turns to look at the CPO.::
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
::relaxes ever so slightly::
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: Quietly::  XO: Commander, his age.
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
::whispers:: CSO: How old does he look to you?
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
CTO: Mid twenties.

ACTION: The two guards start jogging toward the fortified camp.

CTO_Ens_Wall says:
CSO: Looks good for being over a hundred doesn’t he
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
CTO: Fountain of youth?
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
::whispers:: CSO: If the entity I suspect is at work here. It's possible he can slow or stop aging.
CSO_Lt_So`tsoh says:
:: Considers and nods at Rodos.::
CTO_Ens_Wall says:
CSO: Maybe.
Host XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
All: We need to go to the encampment. I believe our answers lie there

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