Host Lea says:
Summary: The celebration of the Redniy IV colony. Near-death of Attache Light. The abduction of the FCO and the CO's family. The doubted death of two of his children. Is there meaning in the tragedy? Are there always answers? The Andromeda crew continues to seek.
Host Lea says:
Summary: The five minute coffee break concludes...
Host Lea says:
~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~Begin Mission USS Andromeda: Safe Passage 11110.08~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::Returning to her seat with a fresh PADD tucked under her arm and a steaming mug in her hand::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::standing and gazing out the porthole before turning around to face the room::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::gives the Captain a nod as he resumes his seat, tea at his elbow::
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::folds her hands around the mug letting the heat seep into her hands::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::walks over to his chair and takes a seat::  All:  So the only thing left now is suggestions on how to proceed.  One thing I do know is that we must be getting underway for our next destination.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
CO: Excuse me sir, but some new conclusions have been reached by the science department over the break, sir.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
CSO:  Yes Ivara, let's hear it.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
CO: Commander Conor's review of the engagement of the vessel attacking the Ferengi freighter lead me to investigate the records of the battle more closely.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
CO: I found no evidence that the attacking vessel ever raised, or attempted to raise shields.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::frowns at that information::
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
CO: Closer examination of power distribution indicated no strong evidence that the vessel was equipped with a shield system
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
CSO:  No shields?
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
CSO:  Is it just me, or does it not seem odd that a vessel with that kind of technology would not have shields?
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::gives a wry smile in agreement, but says nothing else::
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::pauses and looks at the CO then continues:: CO: Based on a hunch by Senior Chief Petty Officer Zepix we investigated the debris for organic material and found none.  This indicates that either any occupants were instantly and completely vaporized, or that it was an unoccupied vessel.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CSO: If it was a drone, then how was someone controlling it?
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
XO: I do not have any evidence to suggest that someone was controlling it sir.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::frowns:: CSO: Are you suggesting the ships were sentient in some way?
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
CSO: Or crewed by androids.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CSO: Or someone had programmed it to only attack that ship?
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
CNS: I have no evidence to suggest anything other than an advanced event and reaction system.  No more sentient then characters on the holodeck
FCO_Lt_Zdunowski says:
::Listens carefully to everybody.::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
CSO:  Well, at this point, I'm not about to accept the fact that all were vaporized.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
All: Remote link holographic crew based on real people elsewhere? ::shrugs his confusion::
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
CO: That is the less likely of the two options sir, also taking into account the amount of explosives onboard the vessel, I would assume that it was a drone craft designed to prevent capture of the technology.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
CNS: Any remote control system runs the risk of the control signal being picked up, and negating the cloaking field.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
CSO: Understood - I was just throwing the idea out there
FCO_Lt_Zdunowski says:
CNS: All are holographic? And that kid, that was playing behind my cell then? Holographic too?
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CSO: So they sent a drone to harass the freighter but not destroy it, what were they up to? Just to steal the crystals?
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::matter of factly:: CNS: You misunderstand, I'm not dismissing the idea, I'm simply pointing out the primary drawback to that idea, sir.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
All:  Everyone, please calm down.  Let Ivara finish her report please and then ask questions.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
FCO: This was the vessel that attacked the freighter, not the Marauder that you were aboard. I apologize for the confusion.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
XO: Those goals fit the displayed evidence.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::shakes her head at the CO:: CO: Sorry sir, That is the extent of the new information that I can bring to the table, except that we did pick up signs of atmosphere in the remaining debris.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CSO: But these people are advanced enough that the shields on the freighter weren't likely to be an issue. What are we missing from this picture?
FCO_Lt_Zdunowski says:
CSO: I was in prison, so I lack information anyway.  I did not even know where I was exactly, or how long, or the reason. Must be something else then. This is confusing. I will keep out of thoughts then.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
CSO:  Please don't apologize for bringing new information to the table Ivara.  Do you have any suggestions on how you'd like to proceed.....science-wise?
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::looks over at Konrad::  FCO:  Your thoughts are just as important as everyone else's in this room.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
CO: If we encounter another vessel under similar circumstances, I would suggest that we engage with extreme caution, in an effort to disable the vessel, and keep in mind that the craft is likely carrying a large amount of explosive.
FCO_Lt_Zdunowski says:
CO: Captain, I did meant, thoughts on what happened exactly, because I was not there. But thoughts on what could have happened is something I will tell, of course.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::looks over at Konrad and winks::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
All: Damnit. This was a decoy
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
~~~CO: I have a few questions to pose to everybody when all reports have been presented, sir.~~~
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
CSO:  Understood Ivara.  Thank you for that updated information.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
XO: That thought also occurred to me, sir.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
All: We were never meant to capture the drone ship since it was packed with explosive. The goal was the Maurader. They took us away from it so they could destroy it.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
All:  So the question is.....what do we do with this information now?
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
CO: Sir, I think I have something that might throw a bit more light on the situation.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
CNS:  Proceed Varesh.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
All: This is a hypothesis, mind you. My previous report indicated that the freighter had more crystals than their manifest indicated. Their route didn't take them anywhere near any knows locations of the crystals, nor any traders that distribute them.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
All: Furthermore, the crystals they purchased is from a known location according to our spectral analysis. The other batch is unknown to us. The most logical conclusion would be that the freighter somehow stole the extra crystals from their attackers at an earlier point in time. So possibly not a decoy but  legitimate skirmish.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::leans back in his chair to show he was done with what he had to say::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
CNS:  Varesh, I want you to work more closely with Ivara.  See if there is any way the two of you can connect these dots.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::nods:: CO: Aye, sir.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::shrugs slightly:: CNS: The freighter was Ferengi, I would put it well within their ability to 'obtain' the extra crystals somewhere unofficial, without it being from the attackers.  Also as Commander Conor said, they have shown the ability to beam through shields, which leads me to also feel that there was something else going on.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CO: We need to try track down whoever destroyed the Maurader. They are our only lead left into this issue at the time.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
CSO: Like I said, just a hypothesis.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::nods::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
CSO:  That beaming through shields is what has me worried.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
XO:  Conor, perhaps you and Konrad can work on a way to make our shields less penetrable.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::nods::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
All:  For now, we need to make our way to our next destination.
FCO_Lt_Zdunowski says:
CO: Well, yes. I guess, we could do something to help. Detection of hidden things is also handy.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
All:  Does anyone have anything else before we adjourn?
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::shakes his head and picks up his mug of tea::
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
CO: If we want further answers, it seems to me that they would be aboard the freighter.  Why would a Ferengi give away some of his profits?  In gratitude for saving his life?
FCO_Lt_Zdunowski says:
CO: Doing things from a hidden position, does tell me, that the Ferengi are around. People I do not like.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
CO: I'm not an expert in the Ferengi culture, but if I recall their first rule is 'Once you have their money never give it back'? isn't it?
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
CSO:  You are correct Ivara.  And I don't know of any Ferengi who would give away even a sliver of his profits.
FCO_Lt_Zdunowski says:
::Smiles at the CSO's comment on Ferengi.::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
CSO:  Looks like something else that needs to be added to the equation.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
All:  Okay, if there is nothing else, you're dismissed.  Let's hope we have more information by the time we arrive at our next destination.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::nods::
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::picks up her tea and folds the two PADDs under her arm, then stands and heads for the door::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::gets up from his chair and makes his way to the door::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::gets up, finishing his tea as he does and disposes of the mug in the replicator before heading to the bridge::
FCO_Lt_Zdunowski says:
::Looks to the ceiling, then gets up and walks to the bridge.::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
::steps out onto the bridge::  FCO:  Lt., set course for the Gohmor Science Station in the Rabtese System and engage, warp 6.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
<Aaron> ::gets up from the centre chair and makes his way over to OPS::
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::waits as everyone walks past her onto the bridge then quietly steps through the door and heads towards the science station.:: WO1 Womack: Thank you Larry, you are relieved.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::walks over to Ivara:: CSO: Any idea how we're going to connect the dots?
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
<WO1_Womack> ::steps away from the science station and yawns then stretches and nods then heads for the turbolift::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
<Aaron>  ::looks over at Konrad, smiles and winks::  FCO:  Hey there neighbour....nice briefing?
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
CNS: My first suggestion would be to contact the freighter, however without the presence of the Andromeda's guns I doubt that they would respond.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
CSO: I share your doubt in that happening.
FCO_Lt_Zdunowski says:
::Looks at Aaron.:: Aaron: Yes. but there happened more, then I thought. I was in middle of it all, and had no clue.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
<Aaron> FCO:  Not to worry Konrad, I think this whole mystery is confusing to most people.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
CNS: Then better understanding of their technology is the next step that I can see.  I suggest that we begin modifying one or more of the crystals into the power source, and figure out how they do it.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
CSO: I agree. Since you have more experience in science stuff than I do, I'll assist in this instance.
Host Lea says:
~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~Pause Mission - Time Lapse: 4 weeks~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~

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