STAR TREK: PHOENIX - A Special Event
April 17th, 2157
Chapter 1 - "Flight of the Phoenix" - Part III

PROLOGUE: At a hundred-ninety tons of the finest in human technology and design, Phoenix is utterly dwarfed by the smallest ejections of planet stuff from the crumbling world. On the surface of the bifurcating planet, oceans boil and plant life burns along the edge of the former equator - red and blackened like scar tissue of a gaping wound.  From their vantage, the officers and crew of the Phoenix are forced to watch the world's death throes - witnesses to the destruction of an unknown people. How can mere men hope to make any difference. What can they do when it seems as if some unseen giant is tearing world apart in its grip.

Can the crew of the Phoenix find a way to help before they share the same fate?

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SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
::Steps onto the bridge, looking a bit tired. He smoothes his uniform a bit and goes to the science station.::
Host Jyg_Lo says:
SCENE: Phoenix sits some distance away from the unnamed planet. All around them, ejected planet matter makes a swirling cloud  of core metals and dust, forming a roiling, blood-red sky. A fitting backdrop to these hellish events.
EMT_PO2_OReiley says:
::In Sickbay, tending to the critically injured crewmembers::
Maj_Tal`Aura says:
:: At the back of the bridge, basically staying out of the way, observing, there as needed.::
ARM_Lt_Eminger says:
::Is at the tactical station looking over some data that the sensors picked up regarding the planet.::
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
::On the bridge::
CMC_SCPO_Kelley says:
::Working his way back to his office::
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
::Sits at the communications station running the distress signals through the Hermes Project connected to the Phoenix's communications equipment.::
MO_Ens_Huang says:
*CO*: Captain, this is the Doctor... I just wanted to let you know that Crewman Michaels is stable, but only barely so. He can't take another hit, sir. ::Sighs, looking at EMT tending to Michaels.::
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
::Sitting in his chair, he pops a small pill, a non-narcotic stimulant. He shakes his head to clear his mind, and begins working at the science console.::
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
::hits the switch on his armchair:: *MO*: I'll do my best to make sure he doesn't receive one
EMT_PO2_OReiley says:
::Changes Michael's IV bag out for a full one and gives him another dose of the steroids to keep the internal swelling down::
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
SO: Can we tell what kind of installation or ship above the planet is?
Host Jyg_Lo says:
ACTION: Slight tremors travel through the ship at irregular intervals, sounding like thunder as they echo through the ship's superstructure.
ARM_Lt_Eminger says:
::Keeps the tactical scanners online to make certain that nothing creeps up on them suddenly.::
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
::Increases the carrier wave signal and runs an isolation pattern routine to look for common patterns.::
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
CO: I'll see what I can do. I've been working on changing the scan algorithms for the sensors... ::Taps at his console.::
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
ARM: Keep the hull plating polarized for as long as you can.
Maj_Tal`Aura says:
CO: Captain, it would be logical to leave this area before your ship is damaged.  We are far from anything I recognize.
ARM_Lt_Eminger says:
::Nods at the Captain.::  CO:  I also recommend we stay at tactical alert just in case.
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
::stands:: Maj: There is still intelligent life here. To abandon them to their fate is unacceptable to me
MO_Ens_Huang says:
Out loud: Damn it! We can't have these quakes! ::Pops three pills.:: EMT: Shannen, keep him stable, -no matter what-. I'm going to the Bridge...
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
ARM: Noted. Keep us at alert
Chap_Lt_Feare says:
::looks around the lift as it trimmers slightly heading towards the sickbay::
Maj_Tal`Aura says:
CO: I believe in the human cultural, one would say that is fate.  It is not our place to alter the balance of the universe.
EMT_PO2_OReiley says:
MO: I'll do my best Boss. Try to get them to knock off the Earthquakes too, eh?
ARM_Lt_Eminger says:
::Keeps the ship at tactical alert and continues his scans.  He then starts looking out at the results from Science to see if any detonations could help dislodge them from the gravitational pull of the anomaly.::
MO_Ens_Huang says:
::Is about to step out of Sickbay:: EMT: Don't call me Boss... ::Exits before she can respond.::
EMT_PO2_OReiley says:
::Shrugs and goes back to working on Michaels::
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
Maj: Right now I have a responsibility to these people. We're going to give them a shot if we can. If we can't we will do out best to get ourselves out of here.
CMC_SCPO_Kelley says:
::Changes direction and heads for Engineering::
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
CO: I'm picking up some basic readings of refined metals... It's large, whatever it is. My best guess? A superstructure, planetary-locked. But I can't get a good reading from here -- too much ionization in the atmosphere.
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
SO: Can we move closer without risking further damage?
Maj_Tal`Aura says:
:: Neither agrees or disagrees.::
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
CO: Captain still no luck on deciphering the distress signal.  The UT is working on it and so am I.  I'll keep you posted.
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
COM: I'm counting on you Mr. McQuade
Host Jyg_Lo says:
ACTION: A display behind Fawkes starts to buzz in alarm.
MO_Ens_Huang says:
::Appears on the Bridge, still wearing a surgical apron that he absent-mindedly left on. He steps forward and stands beside the Communications Officer.::
CMC_SCPO_Kelley says:
::Enters Engineering::
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
::Shrugs.:: CO: Captain, I agree with the Major. I can't penetrate the interference, and I don't know if bringing the ship closer would be safe. If you really had to get readings, sir, I'd suggest dispatching a shuttlepod.
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
::Spins and looks at the display.::
ARM_Lt_Eminger says:
::Keeps an ear out on the conversation on the Bridge while he continues to hypothesize what may help them out in the weapons department.::
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
SO: You're opinion is noted. We will attempt to assist the population of this planet.
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
::Isolating the distress signal to get a positional pinpoint of the object sending the data.::  *COM*: Unidentified source.:  This is the Starfleet vessel Phoenix.  We have received your distress signal please reply.  ::Runs the message in loop back through the UT and records any changes.::
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
CO: Understood.
Host Jyg_Lo says:
ACTION: Before Fawkes can warn them, ionization from the swirling cloud of metal builds up, forming a link to the metallic hull of Phoenix herself. An arc of plasma and electricity travels between the two, across hundreds of kilometers. Inside the ship, several systems overload as they're struck by lightning.
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
COM: I'm taking a team down to investigate
EMT_PO2_OReiley says:
::Looks up in alarm as she hears strange noises::
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
SO/ARM: I'm taking you on an away team, report to the shuttlebay with me.
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
CO: Sir, are you sure that's a wise idea?
MO_Ens_Huang says:
CO: Sir, if there's any possibility that we could save lives down there, I must request that an EMT and I accompany you!
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
::Cries out as he shields his face from the display, as it fractures and sparks.::
Chap_Lt_Feare says:
::steps off the lift and heads quietly towards sickbay.  He doesn’t get very far something flashes than hits him from the side::
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
COM: We need to speak with these people if we can.
Host Jyg_Lo says:
ACTION: Lights flicker and dim on the bridge of the Phoenix and across the ship. Several displays go down.
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
MO: Agreed. Join us in the shuttlebay
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
CO: I'm not getting anything from our hails.  And even if you do make contact you will not be able to understand them.
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
COM: You have the bridge while I'm gone
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
::Shakes his hand, the hair singed a bit, but no serious injury.:: SELF: Bloody... CO: Understood.
Maj_Tal`Aura says:
:: Turns toward the cry and steps closer.::  SO: Are you alright?
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
CO: Aye sir good luck.
EMT_PO2_OReiley says:
::Goes to the Damage Control Display and looks for any Fire Alarm Warnings::
ARM_Lt_Eminger says:
::Stands and heads for the lift.::  CO:  Captain we will be better off wearing environmental suits while on the surface.  We should also arm ourselves with phase pistols.  We don't know how they will react to our being there.
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
::Seems a bit reserved around the Vulcan.:: TAL: I'll... I'll be fine, Major. Thank you.
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
*COM*: Unidentified source: This is the Starfleet vessel Phoenix.  Please acknowledge.  ::Returns to listening to the communications system in the hopes the signal changes.::
EMT_PO2_OReiley says:
::Monitors the Fire Suppression system to make sure the small fires get put out and waits for any calls for Medical Emergencies::
Maj_Tal`Aura says:
:: nods and steps away::
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
ARM: The EV suits are a given, see that the team has standard armaments
ARM_Lt_Eminger says:
::Nods and steps into the lift.::
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
::leaves for the shuttlebay::
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
::Before he leaves the bridge, he turns to the commander.:: COM: Try binary, commander... From what I've seen, we're dealing with a culture that is advanced enough to understand mathematical programming.
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
::Leaves for the shuttlebay.::
CMC_SCPO_Kelley says:
::Starts to look over the systems in Engineering::
Host Jyg_Lo says:
ACTION: The away team comprised of Captain LaPointe, Lieutenant Eminger, Doctor Huang and Ensign Fawkes arrives at the Launch Bay. Major Tal-Aura shows up soon after, uninvited.
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
::stops before he boards:: Maj: Can I help you?
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
::Climbs into the shuttlepod, calibrating the sensors and making sure to set his scanner to scan the inside of the pod -- with an odd sinking feeling in his gut.::
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
::Translates the message to binary code then replays the message back to the source.::  *COM*: Unidentified Source: This is the Starfleet Vessel Phoenix.  Please respond.
EMT_PO2_OReiley says:
::Keeps an eye on the Fire and Medical displays in case there is a call-out, and goes back to tending the 4 critical patients in Sickbay::
Maj_Tal`Aura says:
CO: I am here to learn and help as I may.
Maj_Tal`Aura says:
:: refrains from saying guide as she knows that will not work well with these humans.::
ARM_Lt_Eminger says:
::Brings a case into the shuttlepod with the phase pistols and sets it under one of the back seats.::
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
Maj: Are you saying you'd like to join us?
Maj_Tal`Aura says:
CO: I believe that was part of the agreement on mutual exploration, though I do hold reservations concerning this situation.
CMC_SCPO_Kelley says:
Engineering crew: HEY! Let's get to work here. We have to get on fixing those systems and trying to find a way out of here. Let's move it. NOW!
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
::climbs into the shuttlepod and take the controls:: Maj: Better get strapped in then
Maj_Tal`Aura says:
: Steps in and finds a place, following instructions.::
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
::As the Vulcan enters the shuttlepod, he seems to become -very- interested in the sensor displays.::
MO_Ens_Huang says:
::Arrives at the Shuttlebay with the others and climbs into the shuttlepod, where he unloads a case of emergency supplies he grabbed on his way.::
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
*COM*: We're ready for launch. Are we clear? ::knows that’s a relative statement::
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
::Puts his earbud back on and transfers the comm to the center chair before he moves over.::  Self:  Damn looks like the bridge is completely mine.
ARM_Lt_Eminger says:
::Takes a seat in the back of the shuttlepod and straps himself in.::  MO:  Hello again Doctor.
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
*COM*: Shuttle 1:  Captain you are cleared for launch.
Host Jyg_Lo says:
@ ACTION: Shuttlepod 1 (Eagle) drops out of the launch bay, 'falling' toward the unnamed planet. Like an express elevator to hell.
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
*COM*: We'll see you soon
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
::struggles to control the shuttlepod:: All: We're in for a rough ride
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
*COM*: Eagle: Safe travel Captain,  I'll keep the coffee on the burner for you.
CMC_SCPO_Kelley says:
::Begins to coordinate efforts in Engineering::
MO_Ens_Huang says:
::Is strapped in and fiddling with a medpack. He looks up with a jerk at Eminger, raises an eyebrow, and turns back to his task again without a word.::
Host Jyg_Lo says:
ACTION: A second plasma strike from the proximity of the dust cloud hits Phoenix along her starboard pylon, dangerously raising the temperatures of the superheated plasma.
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
@::Taps on his console.:: CO: I'm overlaying your display with the sensor readings I'm getting. It should help you compensate for the turbulence, sir.
ARM_Lt_Eminger says:
@::Looks out toward the forward viewports at the dying planet below.::
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
@::guides the shuttle nearer to the structure:: SO: Very well. Are they telling us anything about the inhabitants yet?
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
CO: Not as of yet. I'm trying to compensate for the interference myself.
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
<Helmsmen>:  Move the Phoenix into a higher orbit and try to avoid the plasma strikes.
Host Jyg_Lo says:
@ SCENE: As Eagle crosses into the fading atmosphere of the planet, inside it becomes a rollercoaster, bumping wildly in the stormy winds.
MO_Ens_Huang says:
@::Pokes Eminger with his elbow to get his attention as soon as ARM looks out window.:: ARM: Tell me, where -exactly- are we headed? I've been in surgery for the last few hours... ::Stage whisper::
EMT_PO2_OReiley says:
::Notices a Critical Temp warning on the Fire Control Panel::
Chap_Lt_Feare says:
::groans, than climbs to his feet using  an oddly warm bulkhead to support himself...just about the time the chaplain gets to his feet the floor pitches and something else flashes in his vicinity::
ARM_Lt_Eminger says:
@MO:  Down to a planet to possibly rescue survivors.  The planet's being torn apart by an anomaly.
Host Jyg_Lo says:
ACTION: Phoenix is moved away from the dust clouds some, out of range of the plasma lightning.
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
@ CO: Try to keep us as steady as possible, captain. I'm going to try a tightbeam scan toward the structure. ::Works at his console, refining the scan as well as he can.::
MO_Ens_Huang says:
::Blinks.:: ARM: I knew that. But -wheeeere-?! ::Eyes wide like a mad professor.::
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
<Helmsmen>:  Good keep us here for now.  If things look like they are getting worse let me know and we can look for another safe spot.  ::Returns to listening to the comm.::
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
@::prepares to land the shuttle at the base of the structure::
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
@All: I'm going to land this thing. Be ready to put on your RV suits to further investigate the structure
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
@::takes them nearer to the structure::
ARM_Lt_Eminger says:
@MO:  We're heading to one of the structures that Ensign Fawkes was able to detect from orbit.
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
<Science officer>:  Lt.  And new data from the source of the gravity flux?
Host Jyg_Lo says:
@ SCENE: Phoenix's shuttlepod escapes the stormy weather into somewhat calmer air below. Rain pelts the ship as it approaches the structure, easily a mile across, held up by spindly-looking legs of carbon and thruster engines three points helping to hold it up. In the distance, another similar structure is lying on its side, burning on the surface.
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
SO: Try to find us a place to land on the structure
MO_Ens_Huang says:
@::Quizzical look out the window as they approach the structure.:: ARM: I see...
EMT_PO2_OReiley says:
::Goes back to treating her patients as the Alarms stop::
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
@ ::Taps on his console, scanning it with narrow-beam patterns, looking for a maintenance access or landing port.::
Host Jyg_Lo says:
@ SCENE: The structure looks like a half-open clamshell, with a large obvious flight deck, with visible markings but no lights and no one visible on the surface. Lifesigns can be detected somewhat inside, but the placement is uncertain.
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
@::pilots the shuttle, also looking for a place to land::
MO_Ens_Huang says:
@SO: Are there lifesigns? How strong?
ARM_Lt_Eminger says:
@::Goes over to one of the seats near the front and checks the scanners for anything that may be hostile in the area.::
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
@ CO: There's a flight deck, should be in view soon...
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
@::looks at the flight deck:: SO: I've got it.
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
@::attempts a landing on the structure::
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
@ ::Furrows his eyebrows.:: CO: Captain, you should know I'm picking up lifesigns from inside the structure... they're not concrete, but I don't think they're sensor echoes.
Chap_Lt_Feare says:
::opens his eyes and wonders why he is looking at the ceiling.::
Host Jyg_Lo says:
@ ACTION: Eagle, even under thrust, barely manages to float to the flight deck. Its magnetic grippers have to do the rest of the work to hold it to the surface.
CMC_SCPO_Kelley says:
::Taps a comm button on the wall in Engineering:: *COM*: Bridge, what's going on there. I'm in Engineering trying to get some things fixed down here. Any Ideas on how we are going to get out of here?
MO_Ens_Huang says:
@::Cocks his head to one side with the "But I'm not the captain!" look on his face.::
ARM_Lt_Eminger says:
@::Scans to see what the structural integrity for the structure is.::
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
@All: We're safe so far. :: gets up :: Everyone get their EV suit on, Fawkes, try to pinpoint where those biosigns were.
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
*CMC*: right now I'm watching our people on the surface.
Maj_Tal`Aura says:
@ :: Uncurls her fingers from the chair and stands, moving to claim an EVA suit.::
MO_Ens_Huang says:
@::Dons EV suit::
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
@::gets up and puts his EV suit on::
EMT_PO2_OReiley says:
::Contacts the other 2 EMTs and has them check on the injured crewmen sent to their quarters due to lack of bed space in Sickbay::
Host Jyg_Lo says:
ACTION: The building shear breaks free like a rogue wave, spreading out in all directions. Alarms go off on Phoenix again as if she's struck by a giant fist, pushed suddenly 'downward' at great speed.
ARM_Lt_Eminger says:
@::Waits for the others to put on their environmental suits before starting to put his on as well.::
EMT_PO2_OReiley says:
::Curses in Gaelic, holds onto the bed she's next too::
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
@ ::Suits up for EV work, remembering to pack a full field survey kit and strap it to his thigh. He returns to his scanner console, adjusting it to transmit at tight-beam to his hand scanner, and checks the readings.:: ALL: Gravity is going to be pretty light out there... The structure is a lightweight metal and ceramic composite.
Chap_Lt_Feare says:
::Blinks as the ceiling suddenly gets a lot closer, than drops away again than something very floor like hits him in the back::
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
@ ::Seals his helmet on, and prepares to disembark when the others are ready.::
ARM_Lt_Eminger says:
@::Nods to the science officer and attaches the holster for the phase pistol to his suit.  He then grabs the pistol itself and makes certain that it's set to stun.  He grabs another phase pistol and gives it to the Captain, and then to the others.::
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
@All: Stay together. ::opens the hatch::
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
@ ::Takes the pistol, and nods, holstering it as well.::
Host Jyg_Lo says:
ACTION: All sorts of alarms are going off on Phoenix. Including one they didn't expect. With a distinctly different and piercing wail, the ship's Imminent Impact Alert goes off.
ARM_Lt_Eminger says:
@::Shuts his helmet and then takes out his phase pistol to be ready for anything.::  CO:  I should go out first Captain.
CMC_SCPO_Kelley says:
*COM*: What's going on sir?
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
@ARM: By all means. Lead on.
Maj_Tal`Aura says:
@ :: Double checks the unwieldy outfit::
EMT_PO2_OReiley says:
Self: Son of a... ::Braces herself next to the Imaging Chamber and tries to steady Michaels as well as she can::
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
::Calls us the shuttle pod on the main view screen.::   ::Stands.::  <Helmsman>:  Report?
MO_Ens_Huang says:
@::Allows Eminger to equip him with a weapon while preparing himself with medkits in both arms.:: CO: Sir, what exactly is our objective?
Maj_Tal`Aura says:
@ :: Follows along.::
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
@MO: We're here to save anyone left alive, if we can.
ARM_Lt_Eminger says:
@::Nods and steps out of the shuttlepod with a light step.  He looks to one side with his pistol aimed in the air, and then looks to the other to make certain everything was clear.::
Host Jyg_Lo says:
ACTION: Tumbling out of the hellish red clouds surrounding the planet, a small ship, a third the size of Phoenix herself, almost strikes the bigger ship.
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
<Helmsman>: Take evasive maneuvers.  ::
ARM_Lt_Eminger says:
@::Nods to the Captain.::  CO:  Everything is clear.  ::Continues to scan the area.::
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
@ ::Steps out onto the flight deck of the structure, scanning in a wide circle.:: SELF: Flight deck... Lifesigns... Structural supports... CO: Captain, I think we're looking at a stabilization facility of some kind...
Host Jyg_Lo says:
SCENE: The tumbling ship is leaking plasma, massive ruptures and crushed sections of hull plating are visible, even from a distance.
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
<Arm Officer>:  Get the plating polarized.
MO_Ens_Huang says:
@::Nods:: CO: I understand, sir, but do we have a more -planetary- objective? Surely there are hundreds of thousands of people on this planet... what about them?
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
@::makes his way toward the structure:: SO: Let me guess - we're on the glue that was holding the planet together.
ARM_Lt_Eminger says:
<Crewman Bellows> COM:  Hull plating is already polarized sir.
EMT_PO2_OReiley says:
::Struggles back into her Fire Protection gear and gets ready for Damage Control duty if needed::
MO_Ens_Huang says:
@::Is one of the last to step off the shuttle.::
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
@ CO: Best guess, sir. Judging by the pockets of high gravity we picked up from orbit, I'd have to conclude this is a 'terraforge' of some kind. A planetary stabilization device.
Maj_Tal`Aura says:
@ CO: How would glue hold a planet together?
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
@ MAJ: Depends on the glue.
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
@::just looks at her:: Maj: Never mind. All: I think this is a door....
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
<Crewman Bellows>:  Make sure it stays that way.  *CMC*:  We have debris coming from the planet.  Looks like it’s another ship.   I'm having SCI scan it and see if it matches anything in the database.
ARM_Lt_Eminger says:
@SO:  This must have been happening for a while then.. Either that or whoever is in charge of this place may have intended for this to happen.  ::Continues to look around as the away team disembarks from the shuttlepod.::
Host Jyg_Lo says:
ACTION: Aboard the tumbling ship, several lifesigns are flat lining as the sensors notice. One is still strong, but fading.
Maj_Tal`Aura says:
@ :: Looks curiously from Fawkes to the captain.::
MO_Ens_Huang says:
::Becomes ominously aware of the CO's silence regarding his question. It makes the scene seem that much more chilling.::
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
<Sci Officer>:  Scan that ship.  I want to know everything about it 30 minutes ago.  ::Switches the viewscreen to outside the Phoenix.::
EMT_PO2_OReiley says:
::Goes to the Damage Control Display and checks to see if anything needs doing she can help with::
ARM_Lt_Eminger says:
<Crewman Bellows> COM:  Yes sir.
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
@ ::Scales up his hand scanner, trying to work the beam inside the facility, searching for lifeform readings or pockets of high electromagnetic concentration.::
Host Jyg_Lo says:
@ ACTION: Above the flight deck, in large alcoves that looked like solar collectors initially, several of them start to open. Lights shining down, mottling the flight deck. Figures can be seen in several of the 'doorways'.
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
@All: Guess not. Look for a way in
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
<Transporter room>:  I need an emergency transport of 1  biolifeform from that ship.  Transport directly to Sickbay.
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
@All: Which would be there....
ARM_Lt_Eminger says:
@::Sees the figures of people in the doorways in front of them and he points his phase pistol towards them.::
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
::Waits for the transporter rooms report as he walks behind the chair.::
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
@ ::Narrows his eyes, looking up to the figures, setting his scanner to record automatically and transmit back to the shuttlepod -- in case they're about to bite it.::
Host Jyg_Lo says:
<Transporter Room> *Bridge*: We can't get a lock sir. That leaking plasma's foiling the confinement beam.
CMC_SCPO_Kelley says:
Engineering crew: Keep working down here. I don't want another system to go offline. I am headed to the bridge.
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
@ ARM: See if you can transmit something they can hear to them. Like prime numbers, etc.
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
*CMC/ EMT*: Report to shuttle bay 2 ASAP.
CMC_SCPO_Kelley says:
::Heads for shuttle bay two::
Host Jyg_Lo says:
SCENE: Almost in slow motion, several of the distant figures leap from the alcoves and drift to the surface, their clothing catching the breezes and twists and turns of their bodies directing their flight. A small body of them land in complete silence before the away team.
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
<Lt Haskel>: Lt You have the bridge.  ::Runs to the TL and heads to shuttlebay 2.::
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
@::stops::
EMT_PO2_OReiley says:
*COM*: On my way Sir. ::Grabs her Rescue and Medical kits and jogs for the shuttlebay, calling another EMT to man Sickbay before leaving::
MO_Ens_Huang says:
@::Watches with dread as the figures descend. He waits for the CO's instruction.::
Maj_Tal`Aura says:
@ :: Holds still and waits to see what happens::
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
::Waits as the TL opens and moves quickly to shuttle bay 2.::
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
@SO: Scan them.
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
@ Beings: Hello...
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
@ ::Nods, working on his scanner. Thinking quickly, he sets it to produce a simple musical tone -- the audio equivalent of basic prime numbers. He also tries to scan the figures for some clue as to their physiology.::
ARM_Lt_Eminger says:
@::Keeps his phase pistol aimed at the people in front of them and makes certain the Captain isn't their line of sight.::
Host Selene says:
@ CO: Dwi Selene chan Elaysia. Sy 'ch a paham ach 'ma? Ach 'ma at chyfnertha?
CMC_SCPO_Kelley says:
::Enters the shuttle bay and waits for the EMT::
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
@ ::Tries to come up with a basic idea of what the creature is saying.:: CO: Captain... May I?
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
@SO: I know communications isn't your forte, but try to translate what she's saying
Host Selene says:
ACTION: Several of the remaining senior crew of the Phoenix, board a second shuttlepod in the launch bay, preparing for a rescue mission.
EMT_PO2_OReiley says:
<EMT2> ::Arrives in Sickbay and starts looking over the patients::
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
::Grabs an ENV suit and enters shuttle 2.::  Outloud:  Come on people we have lives to save.  Grab an ENV and huff it.
CMC_SCPO_Kelley says:
::Grabs a suit and stands, still waiting for the EMT::
EMT_PO2_OReiley says:
::Tosses her two kits into the shuttlepod and goes to get an EV suit:: COM: What happened Sir?
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
@ ::Raises his hand, getting the attention of the lead figure. He motions to himself.:: SELENE: Fawkes. ::He motions to the figure, expectantly, inquiringly.::
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
EMT:  We have faint life signs on that ship that nearly hit us.  The ship is about to breech so we don't have long.  ::Begins powering up shuttle 2.::
ARM_Lt_Eminger says:
@::Continues to keep a close eye on the people in front of them as their language is intelligible.::
Host Selene says:
@ SO: Beth ddeudi? 'ch enwa ydy Fawkes?
EMT_PO2_OReiley says:
::Climbs in the shuttlepod and starts getting into her EV suit right away:: COM: You realize Sir, out facility is already overloaded?
CMC_SCPO_Kelley says:
::Enters the shuttle pod::
Host Selene says:
ACTION: Shuttlepod 2 (Hawk) quickly departs Phoenix and crosses the short distance to the damaged ship. It takes several minutes before they're able to locate the docking port and match its spin. But soon enough the magnetic locks engage and the air seal reads green.
Chap_Lt_Feare says:
::slowly stands up, his hand on the bulkhead again, he slowly begins walking along the corridor, leaning against the wall.::
Maj_Tal`Aura says:
@:: Listens intently::
CMC_SCPO_Kelley says:
#COM: I'll go first sir.
EMT_PO2_OReiley says:
#Self: Well, this is where that Internship with the Interspecies Medical Exchange pays off, eh?
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
# EMT:  I don't give a rat’s ass about our facility.  We have people who need us.  If we have to put them in my quarters.  ::Looks for a safe seal.::
ARM_Lt_Eminger says:
@Looks back to the Captain and then to Fawkes.::
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
#All: Okay lets take this nice and easy.  Grab anyone left alive and get them into the shuttle.
CMC_SCPO_Kelley says:
::Prepares to move::
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
@ ::Furrows his eyebrows a little, setting the scanner to try to build a translation matrix from the language.:: SELENE: Dwi Fawkes. ::He motions then to the figure.:: SELENE: Dwi Selene?
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
#All: Okay docking is complete.:: CMC:  See if you can get their docking doors open.
Host Selene says:
ACTION: The seal between Shuttlepod Hawk and the unidentified ship opens and the crews move over, past automated machinery and a large and burnt out computer bank and further inside. Splayed across the floor are several bodies. Several more in cells.
EMT_PO2_OReiley says:
#:: Grumbles in Gaelic under her breath as she seals the EV suit and grabs her Rescue kit and Medical Kit::
Host Selene says:
@ SO: Do , 'm enwa ydy Selene. Ach 'ma at chyfnertha ni?
Host Selene says:
@ ::looks entreatingly at all of them. Below her nose is a construct feeding her oxygen::
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
@::waits::
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
#::In Gaelic::  EMT: Come on OReiley this is what you signed up for.  ::shoots her a smile before leaving the shuttle.::
CMC_SCPO_Kelley says:
#::Looks for survivors::
Host Selene says:
@ ACTION: Below the away team's feet, they feel a sudden tremor that increases quickly in intensity. Several of the figures in the alcoves above jump down, sailing toward the edge of the landing deck to look down.
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
#::Begins looking for survivors as he moves closer to the bodies.::
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
@SO: Great, what now, sign language?
EMT_PO2_OReiley says:
#COM: <Gaelic> Right Sir, and I'll be sure to use your quarters first when we find any survivors. ::grins and begins checking the bodies::
Maj_Tal`Aura says:
@ CO: They are probably asking for your assistance.
ARM_Lt_Eminger says:
@::Attempts to gain his balance as the ground shakes beneath them.::
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
@Maj: You'd think
CMC_SCPO_Kelley says:
#::Looks into the cells::
Host Selene says:
SCENE: In the last cell, amongst several dead bodies, a man remains behind. Stunningly handsome, with cinnamon skin and dark hair, he is wheezing as his body starts to die.
MO_Ens_Huang says:
@::Raises an eyebrow:: CO/Maj: Or they want to steal the shuttle... ::Nearly falls because of the tremors.::
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
#EMT:  Works for me.  ::Kneels down at one of the downed crewmen.::  Survivor:  So you understand me.  I'm here to help.
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
@ CO: Captain... I think we should make it clear we're peaceful. I'm trying to build a translation matrix on them, but we need to keep them talking. I think the lead one is called 'Selene.'
Maj_Tal`Aura says:
@ CO/MO: Either way, it is what you desired... to assist them.
CMC_SCPO_Kelley says:
#Prisoner: Who are you?
Chap_Lt_Feare says:
::arrives at the lift and falls into it pressing the button for the bridge::
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
@::points at Selene then the shuttle:: Selene: Speak ::motions for her to speak to the SO.::
Anis says:
#CMC: Tro... lo nan?  :: coughs ::
EMT_PO2_OReiley says:
# ::checking the other crewmembers for any that can be saved::
Host Selene says:
@ ACTION: Below the away team and the facility they're standing on, all are thrown from their feet, skidding and sliding across the smooth surface in the light gravity. Several of the Elaysians fall off the edge. With a loud crack that causes some ears to bleed, a spar snaps in two.
CMC_SCPO_Kelley says:
#Anis: Is that a name or your crime?
ARM_Lt_Eminger says:
@::Falls over and holds onto his phase pistol tightly while skidding across and hitting the shuttlepod.::
Maj_Tal`Aura says:
@ :: As her feet slip from under her, she grabs onto the nearest object.::
EMT_PO2_OReiley says:
#CMC: Right, give me a hand Chief... ::Moves to help the man to his feet:: This bloody ship is about to become unstuck, time to blaze.
Host Selene says:
::rushes over to the edge with the others, looking down in shock::
Anis says:
#:: Closes his eyes, clearly in pain :: #CMC: Tro lo... nan.  Jreu ra?
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
@::slips, but catches himself::
CMC_SCPO_Kelley says:
#COM: We have one alive here Commander, in a cell.
MO_Ens_Huang says:
::Falls and slides to one side, while his medkits slide in the opposite direction.:: Out loud: Ah! Aw hell!
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
#::Grabs the survivor and places him over his shoulder and makes his way to the shuttle.::
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
#CMC:  Get him to the shuttle.  This vessel isn't going to hold together much longer.
Host Selene says:
@ ::grabs LaPointe's EV suit, shaking him:: CO: 'r byd ydy yn darfod! 'r byd ydy yn darfod! Achub ni!
Maj_Tal`Aura says:
@:: Snags a medical kit as it passes her by::
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
@::motions for all of the inhabitants to come to the shuttle::
Anis says:
#:: Drips blood onto the COM's back ::
CMC_SCPO_Kelley says:
#COM: I am not to sure releasing him is a good idea. He's in a cell for a reason, sir.
EMT_PO2_OReiley says:
#::Scanning Anis as they retreat to the shuttle so she can start treating once they get inside::
Host Selene says:
ACTION: Radiation alarms start to go off on the suits of the rescue team. The warp core is going supercritical.
Host CO_Capt_LaPointe says:
@All: We've got to get all of us out of here
Maj_Tal`Aura says:
@ MO: Doctor, I believe you have lost this.  ::tosses it.::
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
#CMC:  We are not his judge no his jury.  We need to get him to the shuttle.
SO_Ens_Fawkes says:
@ ::Lands with a hard thud, catching himself on the shuttlepod and looking around. He climbs back to his feet, and motions to Selene.:: SELENE: Selene! ::He motions to the shuttlepod, invitingly. He mocks the motion of getting inside, and motions for her to follow.::
CMC_SCPO_Kelley says:
#::Kicks Anis a bit to make sure he is out and picks him up, en route to the shuttle::
EMT_PO2_OReiley says:
#::Opens the shuttlepod hatch and gets in, opens her medkit::
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
#:  Returns to the shuttle and waits for the others.::
Chap_Lt_Feare says:
::steps off the lift and leans against one of the walls, than looks at the science station than around the somewhat empty bridge::
Host Selene says:
ACTION: Hawk breaks dock with the doomed ship and quickly makes its way, barely out of range when the ship's warp core goes. The massive explosion sends Hawk tumbling back toward its mothership.
EMT_PO2_OReiley says:
#CMC: Put him on the bench Chief...
Maj_Tal`Aura says:
@:: Makes her way back into the shuttle.::
MO_Ens_Huang says:
@ ::Catches the flying medkit (the other fell off the edge, unfortunately), and runs to the shuttlepod near the others.::
ARM_Lt_Eminger says:
@::Climbs back up from the ground and walks back over to the others.::
COM_Cmdr_Duncan_McQuade says:
#::Begins compensating for the explosions trying to correct the shuttles spin.::
EMT_PO2_OReiley says:
#::Starts checking Anis' injuries and trying to treat them, applies an oxygen mask and starts an IV, tries to stop the bleeding as best she can without a surgery::
Host Selene says:
@ ACTION: The ground quakes reach their zenith on the platform, and soon the unbelievable happens. Right before them, a mountain range is born. The continent pushed up from underneath, still dripping with cooling lava, it rises, into the sky like a bleeding tooth.

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