Host Lea says:
@Summary: Aboard the USS Andromeda, Captain Knight struggles to find out what is happening with his team, with whom he is unable to establish any communications. Meanwhile, Doctor Knight-Sky continues her search with Crewman_Edmond to determine the source of the mysterious message.
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Summary: Meanwhile, aboard the Chalak/Agtak Science Station Gehmohr…
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A_Sector Summary: Commanders Power and Varesh seek to find their way around the forcefield separating them from the docking bay of Gehmohr…and the safety of their Starfleet shuttle.
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B_Sector Summary: A few decks above, Doctor Wilcox and Ensign Ivara continue their plunge into the lower decks.
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C_Sector Summary: Ensign McQuade remains locked within quarters with Meklin, the only person who seems to have the slightest inkling what's going on aboard the strangely-silent science station.
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~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~Begin USS Andromeda Mission: "Safe Passage" 11201.21~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
@::now waiting to hear word on two fronts, he begins pacing back and forth, waiting for some answers::
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::In the crawl space moving down the latter after the Medical officer Wilcox, her uniform gathering grit and grime from the seldom cleaned access corridors.  Her tricorder is clipped into one of the robe's pockets::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh: You see any power conduits or control panels?
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::frowns at the surroundings, not really having noticed what was going on while they had made their way into the access conduit:: XO: Nothing obvious. I'll have to check. ::does just that on the schematic on his tricorder::
MO_Wilson says:
:: Continuing along the X axis as suggested by the CSO, he keeps wondering why the power has not come back online by now.::  CSO:  Any more suggestions on directions?  We should be reaching the general area soon.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@ :: In the arboretum, quietly gathering her thoughts, focusing, while she waits for some results.::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
@*CMO*:  Sierra, please tell me some good news has come in!
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@ :: Slowly opens her eyes, her husband’s frustration at the situation, including her, hovering in the background.::  *CO*: I have heard of nothing as of yet.  Everything we have tried has met with failure.  The only option left is to have it done the long way, and that will take time.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::stops moving so that she can pull the tricorder out and check their position against the shuttle bay security center:: MO: Keep going the way you are.  There is a vertical shaft 20 meters ahead, sir.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
@*CMO*:  You know I have never been good at playing the waiting game!
MO_Wilson says:
:: Mutters under his breath of having no desire to take a tour of the innards of a station, he continues, increasing his pace.::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
XO: There are emitters about 6 meters down the corridor, but nothing we can use. The ones that keep the forcefield up is on the other side.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh: Here is the plan, I'll drop down into the corridor and move to a checkpoint, you'll move to same point above me. We'll see if we can punch a hole somehow
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@ *CO*:  In this instance, neither am I.  But technology is not something we are able to rush.  Though given the relative recentness of the message, we should have better success then if it had been days ago.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
XO: That could work. You'll have to talk me through some of it, but I guess it’s better than nothing.
Host Lea says:
ACTION: A faint scraping sound is audible down-corridor from the CSO and MO.
Noise says:
::On the deck near the crawl space the CSO and MO are in.  Notes their approach with...  interest::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh: Worse case, you'll just have lift me back up in. ::kicks open one of the service hatches::
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::with the tricorder still in hand she flips it to life-form scan mode::
MO_Wilson says:
:: Comes to a halt and pauses to listen.  Under his breath::  CSO:  Do you here that?  Tell me there are no varmints on this station.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
@*CMO*:  Well that's at least a bit of positive news!  Have you had time to check on Brenden?
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::smiles:: XO: I think I can manage that
Noise says:
::Now sensing the presence of someone new, begins moving toward the CSO and MO::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@ *CO*:  Yes.  Unlike us, he seems to be taking this in stride.  His only frustration is that he is not part of the 'game'.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::glances up and down the corridor before lowering himself down::
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
MO: Based on facility size, and number of life forms, one would assume that some form of scavenger...but this reads as slightly larger, scratch that, significantly larger, roughly 200 pounds and approaching.
MO_Wilson says:
:: A doctor on a more emissary type of mission, he is does not have a weapon and these ducts are not that wide for much mobility he frowns.::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
@*CMO*:  I believe that with both of us shielding our thoughts from him, helps a little.
MO_Wilson says:
CSO:  Translation, do we run or do we wait?  Do you have a phaser handy?
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::moves to position himself over the security checkpoint::
Noise says:
::Stops... waiting...::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::examines the checkpoint::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@ *CO*:  While that is part of it, it is more than that.  He knows his sister is out there and he is not.  :: Slowly stands and straightens her uniform.::  I am on my way back to the bridge.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::runs through her mental checklist then clears her mind as she draws the small laser scalpel.:: MO: No phaser, sorry. ::checks the tricorder:: MO:  The life form is warm blooded, and has stopped.
Noise says:
::Makes a sound...  almost a plaintive wailing call::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
@*CMO*:  I'll be waiting....and pacing....and waiting!
MO_Wilson says:
:: Blinks::  CSO:  What kind of sound is that?  :: looks at the rather pathetic scalpel.::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::examines control panel to see if he can power it with power cell from phaser::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@ :: Regrettably exiting the only sanctuary her mind has on this ship at the moment, she almost smiles at his comment.::  *CO*:  If you wear a track in the floor, you will hear no end of it from maintenance.
Host Lea says:
ACTION: Aboard the Gehmohr Station, the inhabitant experience the first slight signs of gradual life-support degradation. Breathing is just a little more labored. The air is just a touch chilly.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::looks around the area to see what he can do from up in the conduit::
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
MO: Xenobiology is not my field, sir. I cannot identify that sound, other than that it came from the life form.
Noise says:
::Takes a few steps closer to the CSO/MO, let's out another warbling cry, then steps back a bit::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::shouts:: CNS: Going to try power terminal with phaser power cell. If you hear a bang then I've touched the wrong wire.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::yells back:: XO: Aye, sir. I'll be really sad.
MO_Wilson says:
:: Mutters::  Fine time for the CMO to not be around.  CSO:  We need to get to someplace more movable.  Where is the nearest exit.  If it wants to join us there, fine.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::lifts the panel carefully and starts looking for the power circuits:: ::shouts:: CNS: I'd hope so. Now I'd like a modest funeral, nothing too fancy.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@ :: As she arrives at the lift, she steps in and orders it to the bridge.::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::Scans the control panel with his tricorder to ensure his thoughts matchup::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
XO: I'll hire some girls to wail and mourn with conviction, sir.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::switches the tricorder back to architectural scan and looks at the screen for an access hatch nearby::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::carefully removes the power cell from his phaser and tries connect it to the control panel::
MO_Wilson says:
:: Slowly starts to move backwards::  CSO:  Keep moving as you search.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::shouts back:: CNS: Damn fine idea Commander. It is very tempting to get you’re a commendation after such brilliant thoughts.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
<you a commendation>
Noise says:
::Takes a few steps forward...  making a low pitched rumbling sound as it does::
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::is forced to start backing up by the MO's retreat::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::chuckles and mutters to himself:: XO: I'll add it to the pile of commendations and medals I already have. ::raises his voice:: Thank you sir, I appreciate it sir. Any luck, sir?
MO_Wilson says:
:: Hopes that is not a, I am hungry rumble he hears.::
Host Lea says:
ACTION: As Commander Power attaches his power cell to the Chalak checkpoint, there is a flicker of light within the controls above.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::sees the flicker:: XO: There's something happening, sir.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::shouts:: CNS: One more minutes, need to tweak power regulator
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@ :: As the lift stops, she steps off and moves toward the science station.  And pauses.::  CO:  I see tread marks already.  :: Steps forward and logs back in.::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::slowly adjusts the power regulator to try get a more steady power output::
Noise says:
::Keeps moving forward, a slow step at a time.... hesitantly as though not sure of what it wants to do...  the low pitched rumbling getting louder::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
@CMO:  Yes, but maintenance is the least of my worries right now!  Anything?
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
pikey
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::would hazard a guess on the reason for the noise but without an identification, or better understanding of the creature she isn't going to speculate as to reasonings:: MO: It is moving towards our location again.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
<delete last>
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@ :: Quietly ignores her husband as she scans through the data the computer has been compiling.::
MO_Wilson says:
CSO:  I can hear that and we are no longer at that location... and would like to keep it that way.  Where is our exit?  ::almost hisses the last out as he keeps his voice down.::
Noise says:
::Takes a few more steps, then stops.  The rumbling noise gets louder and a bit more high pitched.::
YEO_Crew_Eldin says:
@::At the secondary science station, finishing downloading some info to his PADD...walks toward the captain, and waits at attention::
Host Lea says:
ACTION: Slower the flickering fades and the light grows steady. With a soft hum and a small beep, the control panel flares to life.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::shouts:: CNS: Hold the funeral yet. We're making magic down here.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
@::looks at Eldin::  YEO:  You have some news for me?
YEO_Crew_Eldin says:
@CO:  Yes, Sir.  I have the list you requested.  ::Hands over the PADD::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::runs the output on screen via the translator program in his tricorder::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
XO: Aye, sir. I'll cancel the order for the pretty girls. ::moves to drop down into the corridor::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::shouts:: CNS: Whoa whoa whoa, let's not go too crazy up there yet.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
@YEO:  Thank you Yeoman.  ::takes the PADD and reads through the list::  As you were.
Noise says:
::With a speed that belies his side, closes the distance between itself and the MO in a lunge.  Runs an amazingly long, slobbery tongue across the MO's face, then steps back...  quivering, the rumbling noise still going::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
XO: Should I come down?
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CNS: Sure why not. I hope you are better at foreign languages then I am.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::shivers slightly and blinks taking a deep breath as she continues to retreat so that the MO doesn't run into her.:: MO: Scans show exit points ahead five meters and behind ten.  Life form is ahead ..::looks up:: MO: Or not.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::drops down and heads over to the panel:: XO: So, what's this?
Noise says:
::As the CSO looks up, leaps at her and gives her the same slobber treatment the MO got.  Backs up a few paces and "rumbles" at them both::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@ :: Finished, she turns around to join Ethan.  Quietly::  CO:  We still have nothing more than nor know anything further then we did before.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
@YEO:  Eldin, I want these individuals confined to their quarters until such a time as we can question them.  Make sure security is posted outside each of their quarters.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CNS: Well I'm hoping it controls the checkpoint beside us. Otherwise this has been a big waste of time.
YEO_Crew_Eldin says:
@CO:  Sir.  I'll process the paperwork immediately.  ::Turns and goes to coordinate with the duty tactical officer on the bridge::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@CO: Though I believe I can ease your mind on our CEO.  He does not have the skill or knowledge necessary for this hide and seek.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
XO: Aye, sir. ::looks at the control panel, patching the tricorder into panel:: XO: Give me two minutes.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
@::walks over to Sierra with the PADD::  CMO:  This is a list of all individuals that had access.  Do any of them jump out at you who would have extensive computer knowledge?
MO_Wilson says:
:: disgusted, wipes the slobber off and sighs::  CSO:  I hope it finds you more palatable then me.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::finishes his patch:: XO: We should be able to override the security lockouts now.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::tilts her head slightly at the creature trying to figure it out a twinge of annoyance coloring her schooled features::
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@ :: Looks at the list of names.::  CO:  Not the CEO as I mentioned.  As for the others.. :: let me pull up their files.::
Host Lea says:
ACTION: The creature scrambling over the CSO and MO seems incredibly large and round, almost roly-poly, covered in a thick mane of mottled dark-grey long-fur which generously sheds onto the officers' robes. His large, double-lidded shine with a bright intelligence for what is clearly a non-sentient creature.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CNS: Go earn your pay then.
Host Lea says:
ACTION: And his tongue is exceedingly slobbery.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::smiles:: XO: You get paid? ::taps in some commands and waits for the system to engage::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CNS: One of the few perks of command.
MO_Wilson says:
:: Sighs in more annoyance as he dusts himself off, though there is also relief.::  CSO:  We need to keep going.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::snickers::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::taps in a few more commands and mutters a chiding admonishment to the computer before adding a final command.::
Host Lea says:
ACTION: At the Counselor's coaxing, the forcefield within the security checkpoint arch flickers, then fades, clearing their way to the docking bay below.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
XO: Your carriage awaits, sir.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CNS: I'll keep you just yet. Let’s get back to the shuttle. The air is getting thinner all the time.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@ :: Back at science, she pulls up the list of names::  CO:  Mayer, McQuade, and Gallard all have extensive computer training.  But not to the point we are dealing with unless they have been adding to their abilities since being assigned.. The others, except for T'kala have only standard training and aptitude.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@::Pulls up T'kala's full file.::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
XO: Aye, sir. Perhaps we can locate and beam the rest of the crew to the shuttle using those systems. ::heads for the shuttle::
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::scans over the creature again narrowing her eyes:: MO: Apparently it means us no harm.  It may just be investigating a new presence in its territory, sir.
Noise says:
::Again, with amazing speed, lunges at the MO, gives him a splash of tongue, moves past him, gives the CSO the same, then pushes past the CSO and races down the crawlspace and out of sight::
MO_Wilson says:
:: Holding his breath, he works on trying to pass by the fluffy... thing.::
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
@CMO:  You've already stated that Tavish does not have the skill or knowledge, so that means we have three other individuals to focus on.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::looks after the creature and shrugs:: MO: I doubt that is the last we will see of it.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
::starts moving quickly towards the shuttle bay lift::
MO_Wilson says:
:: Coughs as he again wipes the drool... he may be a doctor, but there were some things that were plain gross::  CSO:  Personally, I hope it is.  Let's get going.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::wipes the saliva from her face onto her sleeve and scans it then moves after the MO::
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CNS: I hope this lift works. ::hits the down button::
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
XO: You and me both, sir.
Host Lea says:
ACTION: Now on the inside of the docking bay forcefield, the XO and CNS find all lights and computer active, and comfortable warm, oxygen-rich air.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::frowns:: XO: I'm not... cold.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CNS: First thing is weapons/tools/EVA suits. Second is find rest of crew, third open docking bay doors, fourth fire comms relay probe
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::nods:: XO: Aye, sir.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
@CMO:  Sierra, I'd like you to accompany me in questioning these individuals.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::yawns and shivers again, as the vertical shaft comes into view:: MO: Down that one.  Also sir I just lost contact with Commanders Varesh and Conor's life signs.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@ :: while waiting for the computer to divulge the requested information, she turns slightly to look up at her husband with a lifted brow, a question in her eyes.::
MO_Wilson says:
:: Stops briefly and then hurries, worried about the two officers.::  CSO:  I hope you are not telling me they are dead.
Host Lea says:
ACTION: The lift springs to life, dropping the XO and CNS down a good 45 meters before coming to a stop at docking bay level. Tricorder reads the shuttle approximately 20 meters ahead.
Host CO_Capt_Knight says:
@CMO:  You have much more extensive experience in science Sierra....I think that would help out a lot in questioning them.
CNS_Cmdr_Varesh says:
::gets off the lift:: XO: Almost there.
XO_LtCmdr_Conor says:
CNS: Let’s get this over with so we can go home.
CMO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@ :: at a beep from the computer she reads T'kala's file, the section in question.::  CO:  T'kala, as suspected, was trained in computer systems on Vulcan before joining Starfleet.  That training was not specifically on Starfleet systems, but extensive computer operations in general.
CSO_Ens_Ivara says:
::yawns again and blinks as her eyes start to water, she stretches trying to work the stiffness out of her joints. Pandiculating as she arcs her spine and tries to fill her lungs with air.:: MO: Hard to...tell, no stress indicators prior to signal loss.
Host Lea says:
~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~Pause USS Andromeda Mission - Time Lapse: 2 minutes~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~"~
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