USS Sharikahr Mission #361
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.
Last mission, the crew identified two possible plans to avoid the explosion of Nova Arcadia's moon. No solution is perfect, risks are high in both plans and, no outcome is certain despite the considerable resources necessary to carry them out.
One plan is finally well designed, a few more information are required for the asteroid plan. Because of very tight margins, so far the ship's sensors have not identified an asteroid with the mass and the composition necessary to create enough damage to the moon.
In the meanwhile on the planet, the evacuation is being carried out without a break. During the ten hours neutrino night almost everyone on the surface and all the equipment it is possible to load has been collected and everything is ready to begin transportation.
After weeks of silence people are wondering where are the Alvar gone, and why they have not attacked now, while Starfleet and Colonists have their breeches down their ankles?
Interesting times are coming and the neutrino night will be over in just 3 minutes.
Star Trek, A Call To Duty,
Is proud to present
The USS Sharikahr
In:
“The Tenaris Mission: Arc 2 -The Discovery, Scene 4”.
Stardate 10902.08
Starring:

Christopher D. as Captain Savar Dickinson, CO
Anne B. as Commander Millicent Arinoch, XO
Gina H. as Commander Gina Hembrook, CEO
Karriaunna S. as Lieutenant Commander So'tsoh, CSO
James H as Lieutenant JG Donavin Arinoch, CTO

Produced and Directed by:

Enrico T.

<<<<Begin Mission, 7 Days, Hours to the explosion>>>>>

CTO_Lt_JG_Arinoch says:
::in his quarters, finishing up with shaving before putting on the rest of his uniform::
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
::in the planet side command post, looking slightly disheveled after a recent nap on a cot in the corner::
CTO_Lt_JG_Arinoch says:
::picks up a few things, before stepping out of the bathroom, and heads over to his desk to check up on the activities of his teams overnight::
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
@*CPO*: I need an update on the evacuation proceedings and I'd like to know if security has located the children.
Host Enrico says:
<OPS_Chatak>: *ALL*: Three minutes to the end of neutrino night.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
:: On the bridge, working out the final mathematical equations for melting the plugs while the computer continues computing ideas with an asteroid hitting the moon.::

ACTION: All of a sudden all the sensors suddenly start working again and so does every technology that uses subspace. Neutrino night is over.

Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
:: Stands from the command chair, expecting the reports to start coming in near order::
Host Enrico says:
<OPS Chatak>: CO: Captain I am receiving a high priority transmission from Starfleet Command..it is encrypted as maximum security.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Noting the flashing light as the computer completes its computation.::  CPU:  What are the odds of success and destruction if a meteoroid large enough to crack the moon is used versus a meteoroid of a size that is large enough to knock the moon from its orbit?
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
:: Raises an eyebrow halfway :: OPS: I will take it in my Ready Room.  :: Exits the Bridge via the adjoining door and sits down, entering his personal encryption codes ::
Host Enrico says:
@<Ens_Olafdottir> *CTO*: Lieutenant, Olafdottir here, I lost contact with the Away Team, they went into the caves 5 hours ago and they are not back yet.

ACTION: The incoming high security transmission logo is waiting on the Captain's terminal.

CIV_Teyol says:
@ *CSO*: With transporters operable, we have many samples to beam aboard when you are ready.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
:: Plays the transmission after verifying the doors are locked ::
CEO_Cmdr_Hembrook says:
@::Standing in the CP on the planet with a mug of Raktajiino looking over the morning reports as the sensors and transporters come back online. Begins to coordinate the increased evacuation efforts once more::
CTO_Lt_JG_Arinoch says:
*Olafdottir/XO*: :: whipping his eyes and getting past a yawn:: What exactly do you mean you lost contact, ensign?
Host Enrico says:
<Computer>: CSO/XO: An asteroid large enough to move the moon out of orbit and at a safe distance from the planet would destroy the moon and cause the Quasarium to explode with 98% chance.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Under her breath::  Nope... that is not quite what we want.  CPU and the other option using an asteroid?
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
@*Olafdottir/CTO*: What did their last transmission say?
CTO_Lt_JG_Arinoch says:
::gets up from his desk, logs out, and heads  for the door at a speed walk, deciding he'd pick up after himself later::
Host Enrico says:
<Admiral Solok> COM: SAVAR: Captain, how is the mission proceeding?
Host Enrico says:
@<OPS_Olafdottir>: *CTO/XO*: The went into the caves five hours ago, they did not transmit from inside because normal radio  waves could not go through the rocks and now we cannot hail them.
CTO_Lt_JG_Arinoch says:
*OPS/XO*: Get every piece of scanning equipment we have down there to the cave entrance. I want a good look at exactly what we're dealing with. As of this moment, the caves are off limits unless you wear the uniform.
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
@*OPS/CTO*: Before we do anything, give me a moment to sense things out. I can at least tell if everyone is all right.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
:: Folds his hands in front of him ::  COM: Admiral: The colonization efforts have come to a halt.  The satellite is full of an unstable element which could destroy life aboard the planet if it exploded.
CTO_Lt_JG_Arinoch says:
::steps into the nearest lift, and requests the bridge::
CEO_Cmdr_Hembrook says:
@::Coordinates the air and transporter traffic getting everything back up to optimal efficiency again::
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
@::goes quiet as she concentrates, attempting to feel out those trapped in the cave::

@ ACTION: The evacuation effort continues, with all transporters now working continuously 100% of the time

CTO_Lt_JG_Arinoch says:
*OPS/XO*: Commander, respectfully, a loss of contact with our people for that long in a potentially less than hospitable environment might call for some heavier surveillance, sir.
CTO_Lt_JG_Arinoch says:
::will still never, ever get used to calling his wife "sir", but doesn't dare show it... oh, right, telepath, never mind::
Host Enrico says:
<Admiral Solok>: COM: CO: Captain, did you estimate how much Quasarium is actually in that moon?
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
@::comes out of it:: *OPS/CTO*: Yes but it would have taken time. However, I can feel nothing which is quite worrisome. Get those scanners and sensors there immediately and have another search and recovery team ready if necessary.
CTO_Lt_JG_Arinoch says:
::steps off the lift, and heads directly for his station, nodding once to So’tsoh before getting himself situated::
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
@::smirks a little at his mental hesitation...wisely deciding not to call him on it::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
:: Makes no motion to check the PADD ::  COM: Admiral: My science officer reported a reading of 800,000 tons.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Catching the nod through her peripheral vision, returns it as she has the computer go through the computation once more.::  *CO*:  Sir, when you have a moment I would like to present the ideas we are working on for you to make the final decision.
CTO_Lt_JG_Arinoch says:
::brings up the sensor display, and attempts a scan of the cave region from there as he listens to the orders over his communicator, knowing he doesn't have to pass them on to Olafdottir:: CSO: When you have a minute, commander, there's been a development on the surface.
CEO_Cmdr_Hembrook says:
@::Keeps monitoring the air traffic and transporters, adjusting the schedule to make up for the lost time of the Klingon ship that was out of service and the neutrino night delay::
Host Enrico says:
<Admiral Solok> ::raises an eyebrow:: COM: CO: That is extremely intriguing Captain. Fascinating. In this case I have to communicate you a new set of orders.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
:: Tilts his head slightly ::  COM: Admiral: Indeed?
Host Enrico says:
<Admiral Solok> COM: CO: Your mission is to try to save as much Quasarium as possible and avoid the explosion. If you manage to do so your mission will become to protect the Quasarium at all costs. Even if that means leaving the colonists alone.
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
@*OPS/CTO*: Where are we on the placement of those sensors, Ens.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
:: after a moment, turns::  CTO:  What do you have?
CTO_Lt_JG_Arinoch says:
::glances at the readings, then just shakes his head:: *OPS/XO*: Sharikahr to security team and planetary command. Stand down on surveylance. ::pauses, somewhat awkwardly:: We've located them.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
COM: Admiral: That is rather contradictory to our previous orders.
Host Enrico says:
@<CPO_Olafdottir>: *CTO/XO*: My scanners are not powerful enough to read through the rock. Do you get any vital signs.
Host Enrico says:
<Admiral Solok>: COM: CO: I understand that. However the Federation Council believe that the Quasarium is a resource that cannot be left unguarded. The Enterprise itself has been dispatched to lead the task force destined to relieve you.
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
@*CTO/CPO* What did we find?
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
:: Patiently waits for Donovan to respond::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
COM: Admiral: What is the task force's ETA?
CTO_Lt_JG_Arinoch says:
*CPO/XO*: Negative on vitals. ::examines the display further, then continues after a moment:: I have a positive location on our missing teenagers. They're currently entrapped under a significant amount of rubble.
CTO_Lt_JG_Arinoch says:
::glances at the CSO as he says this, knowing she'll probably want to pass that on to the captain when she can::
Host Enrico says:
<Admiral Solok> COM: CO: They are assembling now, it will take them approximately nine weeks from the moment they move to arrive there.
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
@*CTO/CPO*: Any read on the first search and rescue team?
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
:: nods and turns back around and sends a typed message to the captain, given he had not responded to her last, he would not be available just yet for this.::
CTO_Lt_JG_Arinoch says:
*CPO/XO*: Aye, commander. I've located their commbadges only. Negative on life signs.
CTO_Lt_JG_Arinoch says:
::examines both sets of coordinates, and checks with available transporter power::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
COM: Admiral: Our tactical department has yet been able to develop a defense against the Alvar.
CIV_Teyol says:
@ :: nods as the last of the samples vanishes from sight.:: *CSO*:  That is the last of the samples.  We will continue up until the last moment.
CEO_Cmdr_Hembrook says:
@::Checks in with the CEO's of the fleet ships to get a status report on fleet systems and readiness::
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
@*CTO/CPO*: Lieutenant can we beam them out without risking too much of the evacuation effort.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
*CIV*: Understood.  We will let you know the final plan as soon as we have it worked out.
CTO_Lt_JG_Arinoch says:
*CPO/XO*: Checking on that now sir. ::pauses again as more information comes on:: Commander, I have positive confirmation. The children are still alive. ::continues to wait on transporter calculations::
Host Enrico says:
<Admiral Solok> COM:CO: Is not the Alvar I am worried about. If someone notices you have that much Quasarium in one place, you will find everyone in the quadrant racing to it.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
COM: Admiral: It has existed undetected so far.  Do you suspect that our presence is drawing undue attention?
Host Enrico says:
<Admiral Solok> COM: CO: Due to the risk we face, should the Quasarium end in the wrong hands, it would be illogical leaving the moon unprotected in any case.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
CTO:  As soon as the captain is finished, I would like to discuss with you, him and the CEO our options and what the current chances of success are.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
COM: Admiral: Understood
Host Enrico says:
<Admiral Solok>: COM: Savar: You know the teachings of our people, the needs of the many are more important than the needs of the few.
CTO_Lt_JG_Arinoch says:
::nods to Sin, but doesn't say anything in reply, concentrating on his console::
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
@::waits to have all the information before making a decision about whether to dispatch another team::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
COM: Admiral: I will keep that in mind, Admiral.
CEO_Cmdr_Hembrook says:
@::Checks off each ship in turn as the status reports come in and assigns assets as needed::
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
@*CEO*: Commander we have children trapped in a cave in. Can a transporter be used without to much of a cost to the evacuation effort.
Host Enrico says:
<Admiral Solok> COM: CO: Good Savar, I was sure you would have understood. Solok out!
CEO_Cmdr_Hembrook says:
@::Taps the XO on the shoulder:: XO: I'm right here Boss, and no. I'd need to modify the confinement beam and some of the parameters to get through all that rock, we might even need to drill with phasers or use enhancers. It would make a big dent in our timetable.
XO_Cmdr_Arinoch says:
::makes a tough decision:: *CTO/CPO*: I'll be leading one more team to the site. If we can't accomplish anything safely then I'm afraid that we can't afford to make any more efforts.
= /\ = /\ = End Mission, 7 days 12 hours to the explosion = /\ = /\ =

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