Abertura Station, Mission Transcript 10312.10

Regular Cast:
Chris Anderson as Captain Christopher Anderson 
Gilles Leger as CO Commander M’Tor Rustazh
Karriaunna Scotti as XO Commander Azhure
Christopher Dickinson as CSEC Lieutenant Billy Bob "Bubba" Powers, Jr
Beth Kelley as CBO Lt. Mrlr
Julie Lucas as CMO Ensign Karindar Fatema Jules
Lieutenant Gary Jackson 
Ship Manager: Kauriaunna Scotti
SMiT: Joel Poppleton   
 
Missing in Action: None. 

NPC:
Cmdr. Pomlek: Joel Poppleton
R&D Team: [Larry Harrison, Moses Tomas & Curley-Sue Dickinson] : Joel Poppleton
BO: Christopher Dickinson
Laevon: Christopher Dickinson
 
Summary: 
Starfleet R&D has sent Cmdr. Pomlek to Abertura to install and test a new experimental transporter system. He and his team arrive, and are met by CSEC Powers. Powers and a person from base operations scan the equipment, and become concerned that Pomlek and his team have come with precautions against radiation. Meanwhile, Lt. Mrlr presents the CO with her selection for a gift to give to the Haispoi, in the form of a giant fertility goddess cereal-bowl statue. XO Azhure joins Powers and Pomlek, and escorts Pomlek and his team to the C&C. En route she alerts CMO Jules to prepare for radiation. As they make their way to the C&C Laevon, the station’s Vorta 2nd in command makes his appearance at the C&C to protest the alterations to the transporter system. He confronts the CO first, then Pomlek as he appears. The CO settles the argument.   

Announcements: None

Time Frame: 12 Minutes

Host Joel says:
[Title Concealed]: Part 1, “All is Well”
Host Joel says:
So, out of all the gin joints in all the galaxy, Starfleet R&D wants you to let them come in and test their toys. Good thing everything seems to be so calm in your neck o’ the woods, huh? Or they might have given the honor to someone else, and you’d be stuck with the same boring old transporters you’ve had for years.

Host Joel says:
Meanwhile, the Haispoi are getting ready to harvest their annual cereal crop, after which they plan to let their hair down and raise their voices in celebration (or let down their voices and raise their hair...provided they have hair?) But what gift do you give to someone who has cereal? That is a puzzlement.

Host Joel says:
At this very moment, a blip appears on Abertura’s short range sensors. The Friend-Or-Foe transponder registers a Federation Starship, Danube class. Name: USS Styx.  Registration: NCC-729666. Of course you have nothing to worry about. You’re getting a free upgrade to your transporter technology, and there’s a party in the offing! All is well!

Host Joel says:
<<<<<<<Begin Part I "All is Well" >>>>>>

CSec_Powers says:
::Standing in the C&C, watching the incoming vessel::

XO_Azhure says:
CSec:  Our expected ship?

Host CO_M`Tor says:
::Exiting the turbolift and entering the C&C:: 

CBO_Mrlr says:
::Lugging a huge package into the TL:: TL: Command and Control...and make it snappy.

CSec_Powers says:
::Looks to his side as he hears the TL open below him::  XO: Yuppers.  ::Puts the incoming vector on the display.::

XO_Azhure says:
::Glances over at the captain::  CO:  The USS Styx is on approach.

Host CO_M`Tor says:
::Looks around the C&C and sees the ship on the viewscreen::

CMO_Jules says:
:: In sickbay, preparing ::

Host Joel says:
COMM: Abertura Station: ::A clipped, monotonal voice oozes over the subspace:: Abertura. This is Commander Pomlek of Starfleet R&D aboard the USS Styx requesting landing clearance and instructions.

Host CO_M`Tor says:
CSEC: Hail them.

CSec_Powers says:
CO: Sir, they beat us to the punch.  You're on....

XO_Azhure says:
::Raises an eyebrow at the captain.::

CBO_Mrlr says:
::Exits the TL at C&C still lugging the huge package that is almost as big as she is.  Walks over to the Captain and thumps it down on the floor next to him, smoothing her ruffled fur::

XO_Azhure says:
CSec:  General scan of the area.  If this is so wonderful, which I am still uncertain what makes it so, we might have unwanted guests.

Host CO_M`Tor says:
COM: Styx: Pomlek: Welcome to Abertura Station... enter the landing pad, our Engineering teams and officers will be there to assist you.

CSec_Powers says:
::Nods to the XO, and checks the outer sensors::

Host CO_M`Tor says:
::Looks at the CBO a question in his eyes::

Host Pomlek says:
COM: CO: Understood Commander. ETA, 2 minutes. Styx out.

CBO_Mrlr says:
::Straightens her back:: CO: Your gift to the Haispoi, sir.

Host CO_M`Tor says:
CBO: Do I dare ask what it is?

XO_Azhure says:
::An open ear to Bill, she glances at the package curiously.::

Host Pomlek says:
Info: The USS Styx makes a graceful and efficient arc through the atmosphere, heading for the landing pad.

CBO_Mrlr says:
::Grins:: CO: It's a statue of their fertility goddess. ::Unwraps it to show a large busted woman kneeling down with a hole in the top of her head.  She has squinty eyes...a bulbous nose and scraggly hair::

Host CO_M`Tor says:
CBO: That is the most hideous and ugliest statue I have ever seen, they will probably love it.

XO_Azhure says:
::Listening, turns surprised to the CBO, not knowing they had a fertility goddess.::

Host CO_M`Tor says:
CSEC: Take care of our new arrivals.

Host Pomlek says:
Info: Sensor scans reveal a few high level clouds...nothing more.

CBO_Mrlr says:
::Points to the hole in the head:: CO: They pour cereal into this...add some milk…and all who want to reproduce the following year have a few bites.

Host Pomlek says:
Action: The USS Styx hovers over to the landing pad, and makes a silent landing.

XO_Azhure says:
CBO:  Odd interpretation.  I am curious on the history of it.

Host Pomlek says:
COMM: Abertura: USS Styx has landed. Switching off the net.

CSec_Powers says:
::Nods to the CO, and walks down the ramp to the lower level of the C&C, then into the TL, riding it down to level 1::

XO_Azhure says:
::Looks the statue over, letting it take her curiosity instead of watching Bill.::

Host CO_M`Tor says:
XO: Our Engineering teams up to the new transporter systems Commander?

CSec_Powers says:
::After the somewhat swifter ride than he's used to, he exits out into the atrium, and picks an exit, heading outside towards the runabout::

Host Pomlek says:
Action: The hatch slides open on the Runabout, and a tall, lean Vulcan male exits, and straightens up. He wears a red shirt with 3 gold pips on his collar.

XO_Azhure says:
CO:  They are waiting with both trepidation and anticipation.

Host Pomlek says:
Action: Behind Pomlek appear 2 men and a woman wearing blue worksuits. The names Larry Harrison, Moses Tomas and Curley-Sue Dickinson are embroidered on little white ovals below their Starfleet Commbadges.

Host CO_M`Tor says:
CBO: We have backup transporters online yet?

CBO_Mrlr says:
::Starts to rewrap it:: XO: Of course this is just replication.  I couldn't find the real deal. ::Sets the wrapping straight and stands up::

CSec_Powers says:
::Stands, waiting for the four people::  Pomlek: Welcome to Abertura Station, Commander.  I am Lieutenant Powers, Chief of Security.

Host CO_M`Tor says:
CBO: I am sure it will be satisfactory.

CBO_Mrlr says:
CO: Aye sir....I have the transporters from the aero shuttles tied into our controls here on a separate system.

Host Pomlek says:
CSec: ::Pomlek regards him cooly:: Lt. I am Cmdr. Pomlek. I am in command of this detachment. ::raises an eyebrow:: May we begin our work?

XO_Azhure says:
CBO:  There is an ancient farmer’s market in the center of the town.  It probably predates the town.  You might try visiting there one of these days.  Though considering religion... perhaps not.

CSec_Powers says:
Pomlek: You may.  I'm here to make sure your work goes smoothly.

Host Pomlek says:
CSec: ::Lowers the eyebrow:: Very well.

CSec_Powers says:
::Still standing with his arms crossed, his rifle slung across his back::  Pomlek: Do you require assistance offloading?

Host Pomlek says:
::Turning to his team, he claps his hands twice:: Team: Gather our equipment. This isn't a pleasure trip.

CBO_Mrlr says:
XO: I'll be sure to try that.  It might be nice to take the children when they get here.

Host CO_M`Tor says:
XO: My point of view with religion would not go too well with them since we Klingons killed our Gods.

Host Pomlek says:
CSec: No...they can manage.

XO_Azhure says:
CBO:  Make sure you take a security officer.

CSec_Powers says:
::Good, cause he sure wasn't going to lift a hand to help::

Host Pomlek says:
Action. A large hatch opens on the modules of the runabout. A jumble of boxes and equipment appear on a grav-sled. Tubes and cylinders. boxes and cases. A palette of silver cylinders and a mysterious bundle of pink spray canisters. Larry, Moses and Curley-Sue spring into action. Each grabs a grav-sled and awaits further orders.

Host Pomlek says:
CSec: I believe we are ready. Lead on Lt.

CSec_Powers says:
::Calls over an operations officer, and they both pull tricorders out::  Pomlek: In a moment, Commander.  Gotta check the cargo.  Standard procedure, you know.

XO_Azhure says:
::Looks over at M'Tor::  CO:  Shall I join them soon or leave them to Powers tender mercy?

Host Pomlek says:
Info: Scans reveal nothing dangerous, just odd. Especially the pink spray canisters.

CBO_Mrlr says:
CO: You killed your Gods?  ::flicks a very sharp claw:: I don't know if Caitians have Gods.

CSec_Powers says:
<BO> ::Points to the pink containers::  Pomlek: And these would be?

Host CO_M`Tor says:
CBO: We probably killed them too.

Host Pomlek says:
BO: Those? A simple ablative radiation absorbtion spray. ::Raises an eyebrow at though regarding a cretin::

CBO_Mrlr says:
::Grins a feral grin at the CO and hauls the statue out of the way::

Host Pomlek says:
BO: You may try some on yourself if you like. Just don't be wasteful.

CSec_Powers says:
::Doesn't like the sound of that::  Pomlek: Ablative radiation absorption material... so, in other words, the transporters leak radiation, this stuff catches it and wears away?

Host CO_M`Tor says:
XO: He will wish to inspect the dust in their pockets... you may wish to calm him slightly.

XO_Azhure says:
::Smiles::  CO:  Calm which one?  ::Turns to leave.::

Host Pomlek says:
CSec: We certainly hope not. But we are 'testing' this equipment after all. Precautions are only prudent. Wouldn't you agree? ::doesn't seem to really care if Powers agrees or not::

CSec_Powers says:
Pomlek: Precautions and protection are prudent.  Exposing me to enough radiation to turn me into a human nightlight is not on my list of things to do this week, though.

XO_Azhure says:
::Slips through the doors and enters the turbolift.::

Host Pomlek says:
CSec: I assure you the spray is perfectly safe. It was tested on some unfortunate ships a few years ago. It didn't live up to it's intended purpose, but alternative uses were devised.

CBO_Mrlr says:
::Walks over to her console and checks the status reports, flicking her tail back and forth as she worked::

Host Pomlek says:
CSec: ::Grabs a cannister from the crate:: Here, let me demonstrate. ::Sprays a nice patch across Power's left sleeve:: See. Perfectly safe!

XO_Azhure says:
::As the doors open on level one, she exits and heads for the hanger.::

CMO_Jules says:
:: Sitting at her desk in sickbay ::

CSec_Powers says:
::Looks at his sleeve::  Pomlek: Pretty.  But I'm not worried about the goop, I'm worried about the stuff the goop's protecting my fragile genetalia from.

Host CO_M`Tor says:
::Sits in the center seat confidently thinking that this mission will be calm and relaxing::

XO_Azhure says:
::Seeing the group, walks over to join them.::

CBO_Mrlr says:
::Thinks about the twins arriving soon and starts to purr to herself as she works::

Host Pomlek says:
CSec: Well, if you have the 'goop', the radiation shouldn't be a problem. In any event, radiation only presented in 15% of the simulations. May we proceed with our work? The eyes of Starfleet are upon you Lt.

XO_Azhure says:
::Her eyes narrow at the words::  Pomlek:  Radiation?

CSec_Powers says:
::Points to slightly below the belt::  Pomlek: Spray me there, and we can go.

Host Pomlek says:
CSec: ::hands him the canister distastefully:: You may apply it yourself. ::raised eyebrow:: Keep the can.

XO_Azhure says:
::Follows Bills fingers and clears her throat.::

CSec_Powers says:
XO: They're being friendly so far, Commander.  ::Shows his present, then looks at the BO officer, who's not as pleased::  'Cept he's not happy about something.

Host Pomlek says:
XO: Ma'am, the Lt. is concerned that we brought precautions for radiation. It is unlikely that it will present a real danger.

Host CO_M`Tor says:
::Hears some weird noise coming from an unknown direction and looks around the C&C::

XO_Azhure says:
Pomlek:  I am Commander Azhure, the stations first officer.  I have not received any data on your project.  I am curious about it... specifically, what makes it a better system.  Especially if we are talking about radiation and peoples concerns... ::Eyes Bill::

CMO_Jules says:
*XO*:  Sir, sickbay is prepared.  When will the human guinea pigs be arriving?

XO_Azhure says:
*CMO*:  Good question.  So far, all I have seen is the team of engineers.

XO_Azhure says:
::Looks toward Pomlek for answers to her’s and the doctor’s question.::

Host CO_M`Tor says:
::Stands up and looks around with a puzzled look on his face::

Host Pomlek says:
XO: ::Nods:: I am Cmdr. Pomlek. I assure you that the radiation potential is only slight, and easily treated if it does happen to occur. Weighed against the potential of our system, the danger is negligible. Starfleet seems to have concurred. I can brief you as we go...if we may proceed?

CBO_Mrlr says:
:: Contently routes communications to their destination and looks at the small holo of the kids she keeps at her work station.  Her purring intensifies::

XO_Azhure says:
::Nods and motions her hand for him to proceed her up the stairs and into the station.::  Pomlek:  Please...

Host CO_M`Tor says:
::Looks left and right and frowns and slowly makes his way towards the CBO::

CMO_Jules says:
*XO*: Should I send a team of medics down?

Host Pomlek says:
XO: Thank you Cmdr. ::begins walking up to the station after shooting a glance at Powers.::

Host Pomlek says:
<R&D Team> ::Follows with the gear::

CSec_Powers says:
::Sees the XO's glance::  XO: Oh, sorry, ma'am.  ::Hands out the canister to share::

XO_Azhure says:
*CMO*:  Perhaps you might join us.  It would appear you may be dealing with some form of radiation.

XO_Azhure says:
::Looks at Bill and a twinkle comes to her eyes as she shakes her head and reply's in a serious voice.::  CSec:  I will wait and see.  You may need more of it later.

Chris_D says:
<Laevon> ::The turbolift doors open and a familiar face steps out and looks around... it's been a while::

CSec_Powers says:
::Straight face::  XO: Of course, ma'am.

CMO_Jules says:
*XO* Dying of radiation is not honorable, so, I will come to make sure no one dies in shame.

Host CO_M`Tor says:
CBO: Do you hear that noise Lt.?

XO_Azhure says:
*CMO*:  I will not argue that point.

Laevon says:
::After looking around slightly, his eyes focus on the CO::  CO: Ah, Commander, how are you?

CMO_Jules says:
:: Grabs a medical tricorder and a med kit and heads for the testing area :: *XO:*  I am on my way Sir.

Host Pomlek says:
::Half listens to the CMO and Xo's conversation while looking around the station::

Host CO_M`Tor says:
::Narrows his eyes and turns to the Vorta:: Laevon: What do you want?

CBO_Mrlr says:
::Stops purring and looks around:: CO: Noise sir? ::pauses and listens:: No sir....except you two talking.

Host CO_M`Tor says:
CBO: It was.... it came from you.

Laevon says:
::Raises his hands in a mock innocence, his voice as oily as ever::  CO: Why, Commander, why would you think I wanted anything?

XO_Azhure says:
::Steps into the turbolift and waits for the others.::

Host CO_M`Tor says:
::Pauses for a moment in thought:: Laevon: Because you always do.

CBO_Mrlr says:
::Stands up and is about to answer when she hears the oily voice. Her ears go flat against her head and she starts to fluff a little::

Host Pomlek says:
::Joins the XO on the TL.::

Host Pomlek says:
R&D Team: Catch the next lift. :: motions at the grav-sleds::

XO_Azhure says:
::Nods as the team steps back to wait for the next lift.::  Computer, Level 17.

Laevon says:
::Smiles slightly::  CO: If you think so.  I just wanted to protest this atrocity.  To butcher up our station like this - what were you thinking?

CBO_Mrlr says:
::Walks over to stand beside the CO:: CO: Sir...is this...person...authorized to be here?

Host CO_M`Tor says:
Laevon: Butcher? Is someone cooking something?

Host CO_M`Tor says:
CBO: Yes... he is... he is the Station's 2nd officer.... when he chooses to be.

XO_Azhure says:
Pomlek: One of the problems not mentioned to you, is that the transporter is located in the command and control center.

Host Pomlek says:
XO: ::Waits for the lift to start:: My information on your station's systems was incomplete. Am I to assume that the transporter technology is Dominion? Or were you able to replace it? ::Almost seemed like he was going to add something...but doesn't::

CBO_Mrlr says:
::One ear perks forward towards him:: Laevon: Really? ::looks at him with that wonderful look of disdain that cats can so casually adopt::

Host Pomlek says:
Info: The R&D Team maneuver their sleds onto lifts, and make their way to level 17::

Laevon says:
::Looks sideways at the cat::  CBO: Really.

XO_Azhure says:
Pomlek:  Some of the systems on the station have been altered to federation standard, some have not.  Since we are more secure with federation transporters, those were changed.

Host Pomlek says:
XO: ::Nods approvingly:: I am glad to hear that. We came prepared of course, but this will make things progress much more smoothly.

Host CO_M`Tor says:
Laevon: You were saying about meat products?

Host Pomlek says:
XO: ::As the TL stops:: Is this the level Cmdr?

XO_Azhure says:
Pomlek:  You will also be under foot.  We can not clear the C&C.  And that worries me, especially if there is the potential of radiation.

CSec_Powers says:
::Still holding his canister, and following in the back of the lift::

Laevon says:
CO: Have you seen the specifications for these new transporters?

XO_Azhure says:
::Nods and steps through the doors, pausing as she sees Laevon and withholds a sigh.  Continues forward.::

Host Pomlek says:
XO: I understand your concerns Cmdr. ::patronizing:: But I assure you the risk is extremely minimal. If it were not, I would have send my adjutant.

CBO_Mrlr says:
::Leans against her console and delicately starts to clean her claws as she listens to the two talk.  Her tail twitches from side to side hypnotically::

Host Pomlek says:
::Notes the Vorta::

Laevon says:
::Hears the word 'radiation' come from the direction of the lift::  Pomlek: Get that stuff out of here, now.

Host CO_M`Tor says:
Laevon: Commander Azhure is going over them now.... why don't you go pester her?

Host Pomlek says:
Laevon: 'Stuff'? What stuff are you referring to? ::raised eyebrow::

Laevon says:
Pomlek: Your equipment and gear.  No one is installing anything here.

XO_Azhure says:
::Considers:: Pomlek:  That would not be logical, nor honorable.  Therefore I am not relieved on either account.  I do request a copy of your work.  And as you have been informed, you will have our engineers watching.  Our systems, as they are a mix of three cultures, tend to be... delicate.

CSec_Powers says:
::Hears that voice.... why now?::

CMO_Jules says:
:: Steps off the turbo lift in time to hear Pomlek and Laevon ::

XO_Azhure says:
::Catching M'Tor's words glares at him::

Host CO_M`Tor says:
Laevon: They are... end of discussions... or you will go the way of your predecessor. I believe a former XO took care of him?

Host Pomlek says:
XO: ::About to answer Laevon, reconsiders:: That is acceptable. As soon as we have our gear here, we will begin and you may watch and ask questions.

XO_Azhure says:
::Considers this day was not going to improve.::

Laevon says:
CO: Your threats are not appreciated, Commander.  If so much as a single wave of radiation leaks into my barracks, and damages the fragile cloning technology, I will make sure I am the last Vorta you ever see.

Host CO_M`Tor says:
::Grins:: Laevon: That sounds appealling

Host Pomlek says:
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