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USS Andromeda
”First Contact” Part 1

Starring 
Janne Nikula as Captain Sketek Zhnirev
Amy Bennet as Commander Trial Martin
Miika Nikula as Commander Senek Zhnirev
Wes Deimon as Commander Wes Deimon
Jack Farfri as Lieutenant Commander Ray Durron 
Nuno Cruz as Lieutenant Commander Rie-mann Z’heta
 James Van Hoyweghen as Lieutenant Tal’el Jordain and NPC EO Elgar
 PJ Chapman as Ensign Phillipe Joseph Capulette
 Scott Boggs as Ensign Spike Angelus Laredo 
And...
John McDermott as Melodian and himself

Host ACTDJohnSea says:
Begin USS Andromeda "First Contact" 10303.23
CNS_Jordain says:
::In his office going over some patient reports::
OPS_Capulette says:
::At OPS running some diagnostics::
Host ACTDJohnSea says:
Action: After traveling for two weeks beyond Federation Space, the USS Andromeda is finally nearing the Melodia star system.
CSO_Z`heta says:
::On the science console doing routine scans;;
TO_Laredo says:
::On the Bridge, at Tactical::
FCO_Durron says:
::Quietly muttering to the helm console::
CNS_Jordain says:
Replicator: Earl grey hot
Host CO_Sketek says:
::At the bridge, sitting at captain's chair::
Host CO_Sketek says:
FCO: What is our ETA to the system?
FCO_Durron says:
CO: Sir we are approaching the Melodia Star System
CTO_Senek says:
::Next to TO at tactical::
CNS_Jordain says:
::Takes his tea out of the replicator and sits back down at his desk::
CSO_Z`heta says:
CO: Sir, I have the system on the LRS.  Should I put it on the Main Screen?
FCO_Durron says:
CO: ETA is one hour, Sir.
Host CO_Sketek says:
CSO: Yes, put it on screen.
CSO_Z`heta says:
CO: Yes, Captain  ::Obeys the CO and puts the beautiful star system on screen, magnifying it conveniently::
Host ACTDJohnSea says:
Action: The Melodia star system appears on the main viewer, complete with the orbital path of all 7 planets.
CNS_Jordain says:
Self: There are some strange problems on board ::smiles a bit::
Host CO_Sketek says:
OPS: Do we know anything about their language? Could we somehow encode a message in their language?
CTO_Senek says:
CSO: Are you receiving anything from the planet? If they've been using radio waves for communication, the surrounding space should be full of their old messages.
FCO_Durron says:
::Checks the SRS readings of the approaching star system for Points where he could hide the Andromeda as well as possible navigational hazards::
CSO_Z`heta says:
CTO: Scanning on that...
OPS_Capulette says:
CO: Universal Translator is currently analyzing their language syntaxes, sir.
CNS_Jordain says:
::Hears someone at the door:: 
Host CO_Sketek says:
OPS: Very good. Inform me when it has learned to translate simple sentences.
OPS_Capulette says:
CO: Aye.
CSO_Z`heta says:
CO / CTO : Scans show that the Melodia star system is composed of 7 planets, 2 being class M. There are 2 suns, one primary yellow and one secondary weaker sun.
CTO_Senek says:
::Looks through the current sensor readings and all the data gathered earlier from this system::
Host CO_Sketek says:
TO: Scan the surrounding area for other non-Federation ships.
TO_Laredo says:
CO: Aye ::scans for ships::
CNS_Jordain says:
::An EO enters and he looks very tense::  EO Elgar: Can I help you?
CSO_Z`heta says:
CTO: / CO: There's a great deal of communication from Melodia IV.  On the other hand, Melodia II, looks more like a colony.
FCO_Durron says:
::Prepares an approach course that will take the Andromeda close to both M-class planets.::
OPS_Capulette says:
CO: Sir, the UT is having some trouble. The Melodian's language seems to be based on a vast series of songs and chirps.
TO_Laredo says:
CO: Sir, there are not any Federation ships, the USS Curious has left the area.
Host CO_Sketek says:
OPS: Keep working on that. Diplomacy won't be any good if we don't know their language.
OPS_Capulette says:
CO: Aye sir.
EO_Elgar says:
CNS: This ship so big, I don't know where to begin!
FCO_Durron says:
::Plots two more courses that will take the Andromeda close to one of the planets but not the other.::
TO_Laredo says:
CO: The area is also cleared of non-federation ships, sir
OPS_Capulette says:
::Runs UT algorithms on language::
CSO_Z`heta says:
CO / CTO: Sensors confirm the warp signature of the flight monitored by the Federation Science vessel.
CTO_Senek says:
CSO: Interesting. May I have a look at some of the transmissions?
Host CO_Sketek says:
TO: Very well. Keep scanning anyway. It would be disastrous if a hostile non-Federation party would intrude with this contact.
FCO_Durron says:
CO: Three-Zero Minutes ETA sir.
Host CO_Sketek says:
FCO: Acknowledged.
TO_Laredo says:
CO: Aye, Sir ::continues scanning for ships::
CSO_Z`heta says:
CTO: Of course Sir.  ::Transfers the data to the Tactical console::
CNS_Jordain says:
EO Elgar: I recommend that you go to your chief for that.
EO_Elgar says:
CNS: It is easy for you to say
CTO_Senek says:
CSO: Thank you.
CNS_Jordain says:
EO Elgar: Yes it is easy for me and so it is for you, if you calm down first
CTO_Senek says:
::Looks through the sample transmissions::
EO_Elgar says:
::Starts to calm down and exits the office of the CNS::
CSO_Z`heta says:
::Transfers to SRS::
CNS_Jordain says:
Self: Strange I must say
Host ACTDJohnSea says:
Action: The CTO begins to examine the transmissions' wavelengths which appear to be song based with various pitches and notes, similiar to whale song on earth but a much higher pitch.
CNS_Jordain says:
::Finishes his tea and walks out heading towards the bridge::
CSO_Z`heta says:
CO: Sensors now reveal local vessels.  They're flying between the two class M worlds.  These ships seem to be based on harnessing the significant solar winds which  both suns are generating.  They are sun sailing and not impulse driven.
Host CO_Sketek says:
FCO: Analyze those ships CSO found in sensors.
FCO_Durron says:
CO: Aye Sir.
CTO_Senek says:
::Smiles a bit as he notices that none of the sample messages are encrypted; a sign that planetary unification may have been achieved or that at least the various nations or factions are on good terms::
CSO_Z`heta says:
FCO: I'm transferring the computer logs to your console.
FCO_Durron says:
::Begins looking at the readings that the SRS is feeding his console on the sail craft::
CNS_Jordain says:
::Arrives onto the bridge::  ALL: Good day all ::nods at everybody::
FCO_Durron says:
::Sets up a program to map out the system than goes back to looking at the Ships::
FCO_Durron says:
CSO: Acknowledged
CSO_Z`heta says:
::Looks at his side::  CNS: Hello, Lieutenant!
CTO_Senek says:
::Nods at CNS::
FCO_Durron says:
::Looks at the readings and smiles than looks for weapon mounts::
CNS_Jordain says:
::Sits down in his chair::
OPS_Capulette says:
::Continues analyzing Melodian languages::
CSO_Z`heta says:
CO / FCO:  The alien vessels re comprised of what appear to be 30 crewmembers. They look like long sailing boats from ancient Earth which an energy sail and energy rudders.  Do oyu want them on screen, Captain?
Host CO_Sketek says:
CSO: Go ahead.
OPS_Capulette says:
::Makes very loud trilling noise in hopes of reproducing Melodian sound::
CSO_Z`heta says:
::Magnifies on one of the alien vessels and places the image on the screen::
FCO_Durron says:
::Nods and than begins working on magnifying the upper deck area::
OPS_Capulette says:
::Alters pitch emitting a slow series of very shrill chirps::
CNS_Jordain says:
OPS: Mr. Capulette, Do you have a problem with your voice?
OPS_Capulette says:
CNS: No sir, I was just working on the languages. I figured I might be able to learn it really quick. Is there a problem?
CTO_Senek says:
OPS: If you make any progress on the language, inform us. Preliminary analysis of their culture based on their transmissions between the planets would be invaluable in the very first contact situation.
CNS_Jordain says:
OPS: Not at all, please continue.
OPS_Capulette says:
CNS: Thank you. CTO: Aye, sir.
OPS_Capulette says:
::Continues shrill chirping noises::
Host ACTDJohnSea says:
Action: The sailing vessels appear on the main viewer, they seem to weave about trying to get the best angle to catch the solar winds, they look like old Spanish War Galleons with an upper raised deck, a lower main deck and 3 masts.
CSO_Z`heta says:
::Looks briefly to the OPS and then goes back to his sensors::
CNS_Jordain says:
::Looks at the view screen:: Self: Amazing!!
CTO_Senek says:
CO: Their ships appear to have no advanced sensor systems; they can probably only detect electromagnetic waves of very specific wavelengths. We are quite free to maneuver without being noticed.
OPS_Capulette says:
::Stops shrilling noises:: CO: Sir, the computer has moved from the human data banks to information on birds.
Host CO_Sketek says:
CTO: It would be no problem if they noticed us. But it's good to know.
FCO_Durron says:
::Begins slowing as the andromeda approaches the edge of the system::
Host CO_Sketek says:
OPS: That is strange.
CNS_Jordain says:
::Turns to the OPS:: OPS: Bird information?
OPS_Capulette says:
CNS: Right now it's scanning things relating to Earth's domestic bird population.
FCO_Durron says:
CO: I might draw your attention to the Figures tending the vessels.  They are in deep space without any form of suit...to my knowledge.
CTO_Senek says:
::Raises an eyebrow at the CO, then turns to other matters::
OPS_Capulette says:
CNS: Almost as if the computer thinks that they're ::chuckles:: Birds.
Host CO_Sketek says:
FCO: That's even stranger.
FCO_Durron says:
CO: ETA is One-Zero minutes
Host CO_Sketek says:
CSO: What kind of an atmosphere do they have?
CNS_Jordain says:
CO: It could be that they are birdlike sir.
Host ACTDJohnSea says:
Action: As the Andromeda nears the system, sensors reveal a picture of the ships' decks.  They appear to be humanoids covered in feathers with  beak like features and flowing angelic looking, white colored wings.  They appear to be able to survive in deep space without suits.
FCO_Durron says:
::Works through the log he received and picks a frame that has a good frontal image of one of the figures.  He than magnifies the image::
CTO_Senek says:
::Looks at the humanoid figure on screen::
Host ACTDJohnSea says:
Action: Since sound does not travel in the vacuum of space, the beings seem to be communicating in sign language.
FCO_Durron says:
CO: I have a presentable image of the figures ::looks up:: Self: oh. CO: never mind.
CNS_Jordain says:
Self: Fascinating...
Host CO_Sketek says:
OPS: Any progress with the universal translator?
OPS_Capulette says:
::Stares at image on viewer::: Self: I want some chicken.
OPS_Capulette says:
CO: Still running algorithm processes sir.
FCO_Durron says:
::Begins looking at the logs and begins working on a three dimensional image of the beings::
CSO_Z`heta says:
CO: Sensors show an atmosphere composed of Nitrogen and Oxygen, as well as other class M features.
OPS_Capulette says:
CO: Sir, the translator has put together a beginning of their language using parts of whale and bird linguistic databases.
CSO_Z`heta says:
CO: Oh! They also reveal that each figure is surrounded by what appears to be an energy field.
CTO_Senek says:
CSO: Can you get any specific information on the energy field?
Host CO_Sketek says:
OPS: Prepare this message in their language: "This is starship Andromeda from United Federation of Planets. We come in peace."
FCO_Durron says:
CO: One Minute ETA. Preparing to slow in impulse
Host CO_Sketek says:
OPS: I don't mind about getting our ship name and Federation exactly right but the peace part is essential.
OPS_Capulette says:
CO: Aye sir. ::Begins translating message::
FCO_Durron says:
::Lets his hand hover over the command to slow the andromeda to impulse.::
FCO_Durron says:
CO: Thirty Seconds
OPS_Capulette says:
CO: I think I have it translated, sir.
FCO_Durron says:
CO: Slowing now.
FCO_Durron says:
::Taps the command once::
CSO_Z`heta says:
CO: A closer inspection shows that he energy field is generated by the beings themselves.  Their biologic seems to be able to harness the solar energy for food, and protection.  They also appear to be able to manipulate minor amounts of energy mentally.
Host ACTDJohnSea says:
Action: The Andromeda emerges from the multicolored river of warp space on the far side of the system near Melodia VII, her impulse engines ignite and burn with hydrogen.
Host CO_Sketek says:
OPS: Begin transmitting the message in all standard hailing frequencies. Send the message to a very wide area, everywhere where they might pick it.
FCO_Durron says:
::Watches the speed drop at an alarming rate::
CNS_Jordain says:
::Makes notes of everything that is being found::
OPS_Capulette says:
CO: Aye sir.  ::Transmits message on all bands::
Host CO_Sketek says:
OPS: Also listen on all reasonable frequencies for any responses they might send.
OPS_Capulette says:
CO: Aye sir. ::Activates personal speaker::
FCO_Durron says:
CO: Which planet would you like to head to sir?
Host CO_Sketek says:
FCO: Let's wait here for their response.
FCO_Durron says:
CO: Acknowledged.
FCO_Durron says:
::Slows impulse to stand by::
OPS_Capulette says:
CO: Sir, I'm not getting a response. It would appear that the local population hasn't communication but for a short range between the planets.
CTO_Senek says:
CO: Now that we have made our presence known to every single receiver those Melodians have, I don't think that we should tarry on our way to meet them.
CTO_Senek says:
::Is totally surprised by OPS' report::
CSO_Z`heta says:
::Continues to gather data regarding their biology, the way they capture light and how the mentally generate energy::
Host CO_Sketek says:
FCO: Plot a course to their main planet and engage with our impulse engines.
CTO_Senek says:
CO: Hmm. Curious.
FCO_Durron says:
CO: Course plotted, engaging.
FCO_Durron says:
::Brings up the second course he plotted than engages impulse engines at full impulse::
Host ACTDJohnSea says:
Action: The Andromeda enters the Melodia system on course for Melodia IV.
CSO_Z`heta says:
CO/OPS: I confirm that Melodia IV is the main planet and Melodia II seems like a colony of the previous world.
OPS_Capulette says:
CO: Theory, sir. The heavy solar wind presence could hinder long range communications.
CSO_Z`heta says:
CO/OPS: Melodia IV is ringed like Saturn by a collection of solar wind particles, and is highly ionized, bathing the planet in ions from the solar wind.
Host CO_Sketek says:
OPS: It could be. However we know very little about their technology so it's just speculation.
FCO_Durron says:
CO: Passing Melodia Six sir
CSO_Z`heta says:
CO: The aliens metabolize oxygen or energy as food.  Vacuum does not effect them due to the high levels of energy in their bloodstreams
CTO_Senek says:
OPS: Have you made any progress with the language? Would it yet be possible to try and translate some of their interplanetary messages?
Host ACTDJohnSea says:
Action: The CO hears a voice in his head, quite tranquil and serene ~~~Hello, We are the Melodians, we received your message~~~
OPS_Capulette says:
CTO: I've got  their language translated, run some of their messages through this syntax of the UT.
CNS_Jordain says:
::Looks at the CO and sees something is happening::
Host CO_Sketek says:
All: They are telepaths.
CSO_Z`heta says:
Loud: Intriguing...
TO_Laredo says:
::Raises eyebrows:: Hmm...
OPS_Capulette says:
Self: Interesting.
CTO_Senek says:
CO: Are they responding?
FCO_Durron says:
::Looks at the image and begins thinking that things are going far to well::
Host CO_Sketek says:
All: They responded with a simple telepathic message.
Host Melodian says:
~~~CO: Pardon the mental communication I hope you don't mind.  You may speak to us through this mental channel~~~
FCO_Durron says:
::Has a bad feeling::
CNS_Jordain says:
Self: Intriguing, this needs study
Host CO_Sketek says:
~~~Melodian: We have noticed that your civilization has developed the warp drive. We have come to explore your civilization and culture.~~~
Host Melodian says:
~~~CO: Greetings and peace.  Our flight of the craft was the first combined effort of our entire populace~~~
OPS_Capulette says:
CO/CTO: Furthering my analysis, their language is highly complex utilizing a series of beautiful notes and complicated syntax that humanoid physiology couldn't possibly reproduce.
CTO_Senek says:
OPS: Fascinating…but that'll also cause some practical problems in our interactions with them.
Host CO_Sketek says:
~~~Melodian: We would like to make a peaceful landing to your planet. Will you grant us the permission to do so?~~~
FCO_Durron says:
CO: Approaching the orbit of Melodia Five.
Host Melodian says:
~~~CO: Yes of course, I have informed the people to welcome you as our guests, please orbit our planet~~~
CTO_Senek says:
CO: Could you tell us what they are saying?
CSO_Z`heta says:
::Takes the chance to perform a thorough scan on Melodia V::
Host CO_Sketek says:
~~~Melodian: We will meet the Melodian people there.~~~
Host Melodian says:
~~~CO: Excellent~~~
Host CO_Sketek says:
All: Prepare for an away team at the Melodian main planet as soon as we arrive there.
CNS_Jordain says:
CO: Aye sir
CSO_Z`heta says:
CO: I took the liberty to do an intensive scan on Melodia V and sensors show that it is composed of water and land; however there appear to be vast network of cities floating high above the surface in the clouds.
OPS_Capulette says:
CO; Aye.
FCO_Durron says:
::Places his hand on his pack nods to himself than prepares to enter orbit of Melodia Four::
CTO_Senek says:
CO: Sir.. this is quite surprising. Even though they have barely entered warp age, the Melodians have achieved a mastery of anti-gravity technology.
Host CO_Sketek says:
All: In my short telepathic communication with the Melodian, I found out that they have received our greeting, they welcome us to come in peace, and the warp flight was their the first combined effort of their entire civilization.
Host CO_Sketek says:
CTO: Yes, it might be surprising. This is full of surprises, as always.
FCO_Durron says:
CO: May I ask you how this is possible seeing as you are not telepathic yourself?
CNS_Jordain says:
::Takes some extra PADDs and puts them away in his bag next to his chair::
Host CO_Sketek says:
FCO: There was a telepathic channel of some kind.
CTO_Senek says:
CO: Another pleasant surprise is their unity. We're lucky not to have deal with internal strives.
FCO_Durron says:
CO: ::Dubious:: I see.  May I recommend that we perform a documented greeting and welcome through the normal channels. sir.  ::indicates OPS with a nod.::
CSO_Z`heta says:
::Prepares the gear for the away mission::
Host CO_Sketek says:
FCO: We will do the formalities once we land.
FCO_Durron says:
::Enters commands to place the Andromeda in orbit of Melodia Four:: CO: As you command.  We have entered Orbit Sir.
CTO_Senek says:
TO: It looks like we don't have to investigate their military organizations after all.
CNS_Jordain says:
::Takes all the things he needs and puts them away.  Takes his bag and attaches it to his body::
FCO_Durron says:
::checks the course to avoid the rings than locks the helm and picks up a phaser rifle::
Host Melodian says:
Pause USS Andromeda "First Contact" 10303.23