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USS Cherokee 10203.03 The Search Begins, Part 5

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The Cherokee has entered the wormhole, expecting to come right out the other side, but the prophets seem to have other ideas.

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ACTION:  The crew is now being spoken to by the prophets, each experiencing a different state.

 CNS_Siatty says:
::Looking around, trying to figure out if he's awake.  Pinches self.::  Self: Ouch!  Ok, that answers that.

Host XO_Lyon says:
::looks around, unsure of where he is::

CMO_Starr says:
::looks around seeing nothing but white.  wondering where I'm at::

CTO_Worthington says:
::confused, looks around to get his bearings::

CMO_Starr says:
::can feel others but doesn’t see anyone::

CNS_Siatty says:
Anyone:  Hello?  What happened, where is everyone?  For that matter, where is the ship?

CEO_Terumo says:
::suddenly looks around, feeling very disoriented::

 Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  Each of the crew has a prophet speaking to them.

CTO_Worthington says:
::realizing that they were going through the wormhole, figures this must be the celestial temple the Bajorans talk about::

CMO_Starr says:
Anyone: Hello.  Who are you?

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  A figure in white walks up to the XO.

CSO_Nash says:
:: Looks around what he expects to be the bridge of the ship. Finding himself taken aback that he is not where he should be. Begins to sense a presence moving up behind him.::

Host XO_Lyon says:
::blinks as the figure approaches him::

FCO_Jankara says:
::hears her brother's voice and turns around::

CEO_Terumo says:
::finally has a good guess of where he appears to be...::

Host Prophet says:
XO:  And what is it you seek... ::walking slowly around him::

CTO_Worthington says:
::taps combadge:: ALL: Worthington to anyone, please come in.

CNS_Siatty says:
Prophet: Who are you?  What have you done with my friends?

CEO_Terumo says:
Anyone: Is anyone here? Hello...?

Host XO_Lyon says:
::follows the figure:: Prophet: We seek the child that was stolen from its mother.

CMO_Starr says:
::blinks again and sees nothing but white space again:: Out loud: Hello anyone here?

MO_Brabas says:
::A white empty space , no sound , no time, no nothing. The stop in time::

Host Prophet says:
XO:  What is a child?  Time is one, you must be a linear being.

OPS_Jones says:
::she sees nothing but white space around but she hears a voice calling her::

CEO_Terumo says:
::taps com:: COM: Cherokee: CEO to Cherokee. Is anybody there?

CTO_Worthington says:
::notices a figure coming towards him:: Figure: Hello.

FCO_Jankara says:
::realizes her quarters have disappeared, she seems to be in a white area::

Host XO_Lyon says:
::nods:: Prophet: Yes, we are linear beings... a child is one of our young, still unable to fend for itself, vulnerable to those who wish to hurt them.

MO_Brabas says:
Out loud : Is anyone listening or hearing me?!?

FCO_Jankara says:
Image: Ruusti?  How can you be here?

Host Prophet says:
XO:  Why are you here?  Time will take care of itself.

OPS_Jones says:
::she calls out::   ANYONE:  Is anyone here?

Prophet says:
FCO: This is where I am.

Host Prophet says:
::the figure changes into Rojer's mother::  XO:  Who is this person?

CEO_Terumo says:
::gets no answer on his combadge, so he looks around, only to find out he is sitting on the floor::

Host XO_Lyon says:
Prophet: WE are here to seek the child. She needs to be with her mother. Time stolen from them is never returned. ::blinks:: That is my mother.

Host CO_Arconus says:
::sits in a yoga lotus position and looks around::

CTO_Worthington says:
Figure: Is this the celestial temple? Are you one of the Bajoran prophets?

Host Prophet says:
::the figure reaches up and caresses his face::  XO: Why do you care for this person more than others?

CSO_Nash says:
:: Turns as the figure nears him. Self: It can't be. :: Notices that the figure looks like his sister from this distance.::

CNS_Siatty says:
::Pats hip, looking for anything to get a grasp of what is happening.::  Figure:  What is it you are after?  Where is the...wait.  No, it can't be.

Host XO_Lyon says:
::smiles:: Prophet: Because I love her for all her faults, and because she is my mother. It’s not easy to explain.

CMO_Starr says:
 ::sees a person approach and sits down to await their arrival::

FCO_Jankara says:
Image: You are not my brother.  Who are you?

Host Prophet says:
XO:  Then why is this image strong in your mind?

Host CO_Arconus says:
::a person appears moving slowly towards Arconus::

CEO_Terumo says:
::gets up and starts walking around, but there's no way to get any idea on distances or dimensions, since there isn't a single visual reference... everything is simply white::

Prophet says:
FCO: I am who you want me to be.

MO_Brabas says:
::Looks at his hands, they are glowing in some strange way as is he::

Host XO_Lyon says:
::sighs:: Prophet: Because I haven't seen her in a long time.

CMO_Starr says:
::person approaches and wants to know who this person is and why are they important::

Prophet says:
 CNS: We are after nothing.  But you seek something, something at the front of your mind, yet connected to other things.

Host Prophet says:
::again the image changes, into Jared::  XO:  I am also strong in your mind.

MO_Brabas says:
Out loud : Anyone, please respond?!?

FCO_Jankara says:
Image: Excuse me?  Look, mister, I don't know who you are but I want my brother to be my brother, not you.

Host XO_Lyon says:
::pales a bit:: Prophet: Yes, but for different reasons.

CEO_Terumo says:
::Tries his com again, but still gets no reply.:: Self: It's time to start getting worried.

Host Prophet says:
XO:  Should not this love you profess be the same for all?

Prophet says:
 FCO: This is the person you think about the most.

CMO_Starr says:
Prophet:  That is my father and I care about him.  Why are you asking, I gather you are a prophet.  Are you here to help us find the child?

CNS_Siatty says:
Prophet: Yes, we seek one of our kind.  A small one, taken from her mother...from the one who cares most for her.

OPS_Jones says:
::right after she calls out a figure steps into view, the figure is an image of her father.::  Image of Steven:  Where am I?

Host CO_Arconus says:
::as the figure approaches Arconus sees he/she is wearing a Starfleet uniform.  An Admiral's.::

FCO_Jankara says:
::Is suddenly thankful she wasn't thinking about that cute guy from Astrometrics::

Host XO_Lyon says:
Prophet: No, because it is different for each person one knows. My love for my mother, is of a total different nature than the love for the person you resemble.

 Prophet says:
::Only voice that appears:: MO: What are you looking for? ::the strong male tone is at the same time friendly::

CMO_Starr says:
Prophet: We are here because you brought us here.

Host Prophet says:
XO:  So what is the purpose of love?

Prophet says:
  OPS:  You are here so you must know.

Prophet says:
 CTO: What are you?

Prophet says:
  CNS: Why have you lost her, if she is important?  ::Changes to T'Sara's form.::  She is small, but not small enough to misplace.

CTO_Worthington says:
Figure: I believe I was asking you that question.

Host XO_Lyon says:
::sighs again:: Prophet: I've been searching for that answer for a long time, but I'm no closer to an explanation that I was when I began. Love... is love.

MO_Brabas says:
:: he takes two steps back:: Prophet: Where am I  and why I am here? :: With a little bit of fear in his voice::

CEO_Terumo says:
::An image he hadn't noticed before starts approaching:: Self: If this wasn't so strange, I'd say it's ... my brother?!

CNS_Siatty says
Prophet:  We didn't loose her, she was taken by others.  Others who want to use her against us, as a shield.

Prophet says:
MO: What is "here"?

OPS_Jones says:
Image of Steven:  And why are you in the form of my father?

CMO_Starr says:
Prophet:  We are searching for a child that was taken from its home by people who wish to harm it

Prophet says:
 CTO: I sense something strong in you. Are you what is called human?

FCO_Jankara says:
Image: So, who are you and why are you pretending to be Ruusti?

Host Prophet says:
CNS:  Why would another of your race take another one?  Are you not the same?

CSO_Nash says:
:: Notices that as he nears the figure, that what he mistook for his sister, has aged to become his grandmother, although at this age you couldn't tell them apart. Self: So this is what Regina will look like in a decade or so.

CEO_Terumo says:
Brother: What... What is this?

Host Prophet says:
XO:  And if you find this child as you have said, what will you do?

CTO_Worthington says:
Figure: Yes, I am. Why can't I see you?

CNS_Siatty says:
Prophet: We are, yet some do not see it that way.  They have personal agendas and are placing them before the group's needs.

MO_Brabas says:
Prophet: How do you mean "What is here"?  I mean on this place!

CTO_Worthington says:
::suddenly, the figure comes closer and Trent gasps at what he sees::

 Host Prophet says:
CNS:  This is not a concept that we understand.  All should be all.

Prophet says:
CMO: Why do they wish to harm a child?  What is a child?

Prophet says:
    OPS:  Father?  What is father?  ::pauses::  Oh that is a linear term that is not used here.  Can        you elaborate on "Father"?

Host XO_Lyon says:
Prophet: Return her to her mother, who misses and longs for her return. I swore to do so, no matter how long it takes.

Prophet says:
 FCO: To learn of you.

CSO_Nash says:
Grandmother: What place are we in?

Prophet says:
CEO: Well, what does it look like?

CTO_Worthington says:
Figure; Why have you chosen to take that form? I do not like your sick games!

Host CO_Arconus says:
::As the 'Admiral' approaches Arconus is shocked to see that it's Alexander::

CEO_Terumo says:
Brother: You're certainly not my brother... Why did you do this?

Prophet says:
 Kevin: Surely you know where you are my child.

CNS_Siatty says:
Prophet: Yet don't your people have the same problem?  What of the Pah Wraiths?  Are they not like you, yet opposed? 

FCO_Jankara says:
Image: You are here to learn about us?  Why don't you just comm us and ask?  It would only have taken us a minute to answer you.

Host Prophet says:
CNS:  We are all one.

Prophet says:
 CTO: It is very strong in you, even more now.

OPS_Jones says:
Image of Steven: Um, Father is someone who nurtures a young being into maturity.

CNS_Siatty says:
Prophet: And yet they work against you, to the point they were expelled.  Those who took the child are similar in motivation to them.

Host Prophet says:
CO:  Why are you surprised at this figure?

Prophet says:
MO: You are in ,how do you call it, a "Wormhole"?

Prophet says:
CEO: Brother? What is that? I've taken this appearance because it was strong in your mind.

MO_Brabas says:
::A figure approaches from whiteness::

CTO_Worthington says:
Figure: I have nothing to say to you. Send me back to my ship!

Host CO_Arconus says:
Adm. Alexander: I'm not, just a bit revolted.

CMO_Starr says:
Prophet: a child is a smaller version of us but cannot defend itself against those who want to harm it.

Host XO_Lyon says:
::the image in front of him is just too much and he stares...::

Prophet says:
FCO: Minute?  What is this?

Host Prophet says:
::again the image changes in front of the XO::  XO:  What is this?

 MO_Brabas says:
::It has the  look as Jovan’s father but different approach, as if he is somewhere else in the same time::

CEO_Terumo says:
Brother: OK, so I'm talking to a non-linear entity. Why have you gone to all this trouble?

Prophet says:
  OPS:  That term will suffice here during the duration of your stay.  Why have you come here?

Prophet says:
 CTO: I believe it is called hate. What is this?

FCO_Jankara says:
Image: You know. A minute...a small segment of time.

MO_Brabas says:
Prophet: Father, what are you doing here? Am I dead?

Host XO_Lyon says:
::his eyes almost fall out of his head:: Prophet: Um... that is a,,, um, dragon. A very big one too.

Host CO_Arconus says:
::The images shifts to that of Adm. Xavier::

Prophet says:
MO: What is death?

CSO_Nash says:
Grandmother: Yes I know why I am here now. But I am just wondering what this has to do with our orders.

CTO_Worthington says:
Figure: If you don't send me back you are going to find out!

Host Prophet says:
XO:  Is that one of your beings?

Prophet says:
CEO: You may hold the answer to that inside yourself...

CMO_Starr says:
::watches as the image shifts to that of her daughter that died::

Host CO_Arconus says:
Self; Why did I know that was coming.

MO_Brabas says:
Prophet: Oh, that is when we die?

CNS_Siatty says:
Prophet: We are working towards a time when things will be better.  We have made progress, yet have far to go. ::Watches as image changes to his son.::

Host CO_Arconus says:
ADM> Xavier:  See what I mean.

Host XO_Lyon says:
Prophet: No, that is a mythological creature, created by writers.

MO_Brabas says:
Prophet: How is this happening?

MO_Brabas says:
Prophet: Who are you?

OPS_Jones says:
Image of Steven: To find a group of beings like myself who caused disharmony to another.

Host Prophet says:
XO: Created by your race?  It is different than you.

Prophet says:
 FCO: Linear time.

Prophet says:
CNS: Why does this "child" make you think of this one?  Are they the same?

CMO_Starr says:
Prophet: Yes that is a child, changes her thoughts to that of an adult.

Host XO_Lyon says:
Prophet: Only as a creature in stories. They do not actually exist.

Prophet says:
   OPS:  Disharmony, what is that?

Host CO_Arconus says:
Adm. Xavier:  Did you see a small girl, taken against her will, come through here?

Host Prophet says:
XO:  But they do exist.

FCO_Jankara says:
Image: Yep, linear time...the only way to live. ::sits down on the floor and crosses her legs::

Prophet says:
CEO: One thing at a time though. Why don't you answer my question?

Prophet says:
 CTO: You are an interesting creature. Why are you so full of this “hate”?

CNS_Siatty says:
Prophet: In a way, but that child is my own.  It is a part of me, or a continuation.  I am thinking of what it would be like to not have the ability to see him.

CMO_Starr says:
Prophet: have you seen this child come through here ::projects the image of T'Sara::

FCO_Jankara says:
Image: So, you're a prophet aren't you?

Host XO_Lyon says:
::blinks:: Prophet: Excuse me? Nowhere in the known galaxy have these creatures been seen. Ever.

CEO_Terumo says:
Brother: So that's how you want to play it? Very well. Let's see... My brother is someone who had the same mother and father as I.

Prophet says:
MO: We are inhabitant.

Prophet says:
MO: What is death?

Prophet says:
CEO: Mother? Father?

CTO_Worthington says:
Figure: Because you have taken the form of him. I wish never to see his face again.

Prophet says:
 Kevin: Your orders have no bearing on you here, but in the linear stream they do. So learn while you are here and use that when you are returned.

Prophet says:
MO: We don't understand this? We don't know death!

OPS_Jones says:
::fights urge to smack her face at the question and she wonders why the being is asking such questions that are hard to explain in simplistic terms::  Image of Steven:    Disharmony is like a sort of chaos.

Prophet says:
 ::nods in understanding towards OPS_Jones::

MO_Brabas says:
Prophet: When we cease to exist in this form!

CEO_Terumo says:
Brother: Yes, you see, for us, time is linear, and all of us have only a certain time to live. We maintain our species by reproducing ourselves...

Host Prophet says:
ACTION:  The white begins to dissipate, and the crew find themselves on a sandy beach.  Looking down, they discover their clothes have changed into skin apparel.  The beach is amazingly hot.

Host XO_Lyon says:
::looks around, the heat unbearable:: All: Best we get off this beach. ::looks around for some shade::

Host Prophet says:
ACTION:  They can see trees in the distance, and large mountains further along the way.

FCO_Jankara says:
::looks down to see her uniform has been replaced by an animal skin dress barely touching her knees::

CMO_Starr says:
::looks down and sees that she is wearing a leopard bikini and is enjoying the heat.::

CTO_Worthington says:
::standing on the beach, balling his hands in to fists, seething::

MO_Brabas says:
::Looks a little confused::

FCO_Jankara says:
::begins looking around for other crew members::

CEO_Terumo says:
::as he finished his last words, he feels a blistering wave of heat surrounding him::

CMO_Starr says:
::looks around and sees the others, goes over to the XO::

Host XO_Lyon says:
CO: Sir... shall we head for the trees?

Host CO_Arconus says:
::looks around and then heads down to the water's edge::

CTO_Worthington says:
::balling his fists so intently that his hands begin to bleed, oblivious to what's happening around him::

CSO_Nash says:
:: Looks around and feels the heat radiating off the sand and steps back noticing the crude loincloth and a lightweight animal skin vest.::

Host XO_Lyon says:
::heads towards the CO on an intercept course, and stumbles over something::

Host CO_Arconus says:
XO:  Yes...looks for some shade by all means.

OPS_Jones says:
::looks around her and notices that she is wearing nothing except some sort of smooth tanned skin::

MO_Brabas says:
:: He sees a cloth on him that is from the  prehistoric part of human evolution and that the bear skin is to hot to have on him at this place::

CNS_Siatty says:
::Reaches down to feel the sand.::  Self: Feels real, smells real, impressive.

CMO_Starr says:
CO:  At least I have my med kit with me.  It was in my hands as the prophets took us.

FCO_Jankara says:
::sees other crew and begins to walk towards them::

Host XO_Lyon says:
::lands on his face in the sand... nose to shell with some sort of egg::

CEO_Terumo says:
::looks around and sees the others, so he starts walking towards them::

 MO_Brabas says:
CNS: Where are we?

FCO_Jankara says:
::places her hand on the CTO's shoulder:: CTO: Are you okay, Sir?

OPS_Jones says:
::walks up to the rest of them::  ALL: What is going on?

CNS_Siatty says:
MO: I don't know, I was speaking with the Prophets, I think, and suddenly I'm here.

CEO_Terumo says:
Self: Hey, this is different... ::looks over his new clothes, if you can call them that::

CTO_Worthington says:
::not noticing the FCO, continues to ball his fists harder and bleed stronger::

MO_Brabas says:
CNS: Same here, lets go to the others!

Host XO_Lyon says:
:;clears the sand from around the egg and studies it:: CSO: Kevin! Over here.

Host CO_Arconus says:
CMO:  It's something anyway.

CMO_Starr says:
CNS:  We all, I think, were visited by the Prophets.  Where they have sent us. who knows. ::lets out a sigh::

Host CO_Arconus says:
XO:  What have you got there?

CEO_Terumo says:
All: Hey, I've just had a close encounter in white...

Host XO_Lyon says:
CO: It’s an egg, sir. Native... wherever this is.

CMO_Starr says:
CO:  Yes, it will help some.  I noticed that all of us have water and food pouches on us.

FCO_Jankara says:
CTO: Sir? ::feels something, looks down and sees blood has dripped onto her foot from the CTO's hand:: Sir, your hand!

CSO_Nash says:
:: Heads for the XO. Rojer: I'm coming, this sand is hot so bear with me. :: Hops over to the XO.::

CSO_Nash says:
XO: What is it sir?

CNS_Siatty says:
::Walks around, looking for clues.::

Host Prophet says:
ACTION:  The eggs begin to rock, back and forth.

CTO_Worthington says:
::still ignoring the FCO, continuing to bleed::

MO_Brabas says:
CMO: Do you know anything on  herbalism because my knowledge is limited on that theme?

CMO_Starr says:
CO:  We need to get out of this sun.  If we don't we will be regretting it later.  I hate having to treat all of ya'll for sunburns.

Host XO_Lyon says:
::shows them the egg:: CSO/CO: An egg...  WHOOPS! ::almost drops the egg::

Host CO_Arconus says:
All: Move back.

CMO_Starr says:
MO:  quite a bit.

OPS_Jones says:
::she just noticed the small pouch that has some food and water in it and a small cutting tool.::  CO:  Don't you think we should find some cover before we get severely burned.

CEO_Terumo says:
XO: Hey, watch out!

FCO_Jankara says:
::takes the CTO by the arm and tries to pull him towards the trees::

Host CO_Arconus says:
XO:  Put it down and we'll observe from a distance.

Host XO_Lyon says:
ALL: Its ok... but let’s get into the shade... I burn easily.

Host CO_Arconus says:
All:  Let's move towards the trees.  ::points::

Host CO_Arconus says:
::steps back and looks around::

Host Prophet says:
ACTION:  The egg cracks in the XO's hand and out pops a fire lizard, screaming to be fed.

CTO_Worthington says:
::looks at the FCO in murderous fury:: FCO: GO AWAY!

CSO_Nash says:
CO: Aye sir. ::Moves back into the shade to observe the egg like thing.::

MO_Brabas says:
:: Looks at the distant:: XO: There seems to be the closest ones!

OPS_Jones says:
::starts to head for the trees::

CNS_Siatty says:
::Slowly walks towards the trees, looking cautiously into the shadows.::

Host XO_Lyon says:
::looks at the creature... resembling a small dragon:: All: Its hungry! ::reaches for the pouch of food without thinking::

FCO_Jankara says:
CTO: With all due respect!  Make Me!  You are hurt and I don't leave a hurt comrade behind!  EVER!

CEO_Terumo says:
::starts walking to where the CO pointed, but constantly looking around for clues::

MO_Brabas says:
ALL: Is there anyone who knows why we are here?

CNS_Siatty says:
XO: Is feeding it a good idea?  I mean, what if its mother comes looking for it?  Will she think we are food?

Host CO_Arconus says:
::sees the CTO and moves towards him::

CTO_Worthington says:
::continues looking forward, ignoring the FCO again::

CEO_Terumo says:
XO: Should you be getting some distance from that, Sir?

Host Prophet says:
ACTION:  The fire lizard begins to gobble the food as fast as the XO can feed it.

Host CO_Arconus says:
CTO:  What's going on?

Host XO_Lyon says:
::feeds the creature:: CNS: I don't know... but if I don't feed it - I think I'll die of hunger. The emotions are just too strong. ::absentmindedly shoves food into is mouth while heading for the trees::

FCO_Jankara says:
CO: He's hurt Sir.

CSO_Nash says:
:: Notices what has hatched and wonders if it will also make a meal out of the XO?::

CNS_Siatty says:
XO: Just be careful.  It's only a baby, but we don't know if its parents have a mothering instinct.

CEO_Terumo says:
::stops walking, divided between the shadow, and the group that stayed with the egg:::

FCO_Jankara says:
CO: He's also being a bit, um, testy in the personality department.  I think something happened to him.

Host Prophet says:
ACTION:  The rest of the clutch begins hatching one at a time, and flies away.

OPS_Jones says:
::watches as the hatchling eats the food::

Host XO_Lyon says:
CNS: I will... ::the thought trails off::

CTO_Worthington says:
::continues to bleed, ignoring the FCO and CO::

Host CO_Arconus says:
::waves hand in front of his face::  CTO: Mr. Worthington?

CMO_Starr says:
::notices the CTO's hand bleeding and goes over:: CTO: Let me see your hand.

CNS_Siatty says:
::Snaps fingers.::  XO: You there Rojer?  You seem distracted.  Are you OK?

CEO_Terumo says:
::finds some water in his pouch and takes a sip::

Host CO_Arconus says:
CNS:  Some assistance over here please!

MO_Brabas says:
CNS: I think they want something to tell us, but I don’t have clue what?

Host Prophet says:
ACTION:  The young fire lizard becomes full, his belly distended, then flies up to the XO's shoulder and nestles in his hair.

Host CO_Arconus says:
::notices the creature on the XO's arm::

Host XO_Lyon says:
::walks towards the trees, the feeling of hunger subsiding:: CNS: Huh? Oh, I'm here, but I'm beginning to feel like a beetroot. Go help the Captain.

MO_Brabas says:
::Gets the hot sand from his feet::

CTO_Worthington says:
::continues looking forward, as if in some trance::

Host CO_Arconus says:
XO:  What is that?

 CMO_Starr says:
::takes the CTO’s hand into hers and proceeds to stop the bleeding despite the CTO’s reluctance::

FCO_Jankara says:
::walks away from the CO and CTO to the water and begins washing the blood from her foot::

CNS_Siatty says:
XO: Aye.  CO: What's up, sir?

OPS_Jones says:
::chuckles::  XO:  Looks like you got company, Sir.

Host XO_Lyon says:
CO: Um... I'm not quite sure, sir. Some native beastie that took a liking to me.

CEO_Terumo says:
::starts walking to the trees again:: Self: I just want to see the troubles this dragon will get us...

Host CO_Arconus says:
All:  Mr. Worthington is not himself.  Let's get him into the shade.

CMO_Starr says:
::seals the wound and uses a dermal regenerator to seal the skin::

Host XO_Lyon says:
::realization dawns on him:: CO: Sir... I think we need to have a meeting now. I have an idea where the Prophets have brought us.

MO_Brabas says:
::He begins to looks over the plants and to try to recognize some of it::

CEO_Terumo says:
CO: OK, Sir

CNS_Siatty says:
CTO: What's wrong, Trent.  Can you hear me?

FCO_Jankara says:
::turns back from the water and begins walking to the shade::

Host CO_Arconus says:
All:  Let's pick him up and move him.

Host Prophet says:
ACTION:  The fire lizard falls asleep and begins to croon in the XO's ear.

MO_Brabas says:
::Begins to check the crew for any injuries::

Host XO_Lyon says:
::gets a silly smile on his face::

CNS_Siatty says:
CO: Yes sir, but to where?

MO_Brabas says:
::Walks toward CTO::

Host CO_Arconus says:
XO:  I can't wait to hear.  That thing looks....

CSO_Nash says:
:: Follows the others, XO: That thing kind of looks like a Dragon from old earth lore.

Host CO_Arconus says:
CNS:  Those trees.  ::points::

CEO_Terumo says:
::Goes over to the CTO and gives a hand carrying him:: Self: That's two things to worry about 
 so far...

Host XO_Lyon says:
CSO: Wait till I explain.

FCO_Jankara says:
::makes it to the trees, finds a shady place, and sits down::

MO_Brabas says:
CEO; Let me give you a hand.

CSO_Nash says:
:: Waits::

Host XO_Lyon says:
::walks over to help with Trent::

MO_Brabas says:
::Checks CTO’s pulse::

CNS_Siatty says:
CTO: Snap out of it, man.  We need you here.

CTO_Worthington says:
::resists people trying to carry him:: ALL: GO AWAY!

CEO_Terumo says:
MO: Thanks.

Host XO_Lyon says:
::frowns at Trent's reaction::

Host CO_Arconus says:
::heads up towards the trees::

CNS_Siatty says:
CTO: Not going to happen.  You are part of our team, we aren't going anywhere without you.

CEO_Terumo says:
ALL: What do we do now?

OPS_Jones says:
::waits near the CSO::

FCO_Jankara says:
::hears the CTO yelling again and wonder momentarily why no one has tried to slap him out of his trance::

Host CO_Arconus says:
MO:  Sedate him if you have to.

MO_Brabas says:
::Grabs some water from the water skin and takes a sip into his hand::

CTO_Worthington says:
::grabs the CNS by his throat and begins to choke him::

Host CO_Arconus says:
All:  Grab him!

CNS_Siatty says:
::Swings out leg, tripping CTO.::  CTO: Enough!

Host XO_Lyon says:
::jumps forward, and attempts to drag Trent off Tach::

CEO_Terumo says:
::tries to get in between the CTO and the CNS, but gets shoved aside::

MO_Brabas says:
::Splashes the CTO with water::

Host XO_Lyon says:
CTO: STOP THAT NOW!

FCO_Jankara says:
::watches 4 men against 1, as the 4 men lose the fight::

CTO_Worthington says:
::falls after being tripped but holds on to the CNS::

MO_Brabas says:
::He takes a hypospray and tranquilizes the CTO: ALL: Please hold him until I give him this!

Host CO_Arconus says:
FCO:  And you are waiting for....?

Host XO_Lyon says:
::grabs one arm, slightly off balance with the fire lizard on his shoulder::

Host Prophet says:
ACTION:  The hypospray is injected, and the CTO falls unconscious.

MO_Brabas says:
::Gives the tranquilizer to the CTO::

CEO_Terumo says:
::gets back up and tries to help hold the CTO::

CNS_Siatty says:
MO:  H..ur...ry!  ::Choke.::

MO_Brabas says:
CNS: Let’s get him to the shade!

FCO_Jankara says:
CO: Waiting to see how many men it was going to take, Sir.

Host XO_Lyon says:
::stands up, slightly ruffled::

CTO_Worthington says:
::falls unconscious, still balling his fists::

MO_Brabas says:
All: You all alright? ::Looks at them::

Host XO_Lyon says:
::walks up to the shade, letting the others carry Trent:: Self: Rank hath some privilege.

CNS_Siatty says:
MO: ::Cough.::  Right, I need to know what caused that.  Trent isn't usually like that.

FCO_Jankara says:
CO: No disrespect intended sir, but may I ask something freely?

Host Prophet says:
ACTION:  As the MO looks at the CNS's neck, bruising is beginning to appear.

MO_Brabas says:
CNS: I noticed that, maybe it is from the temperature or something got him. ::Stops for a second::

MO_Brabas says:
CNS: Let me get the tricorder!

Host CO_Arconus says:
FCO:  Ask away.

CNS_Siatty says:
MO:  Too quick for the temperature to be a factor.  Something is eating him.

MO_Brabas says:
CNS : We need to look at this. ::Shows him on his neck::

Host XO_Lyon says:
::sits down heavily, and then reaches up to stroke the fire lizard:: Self: If my suspicions are true... I can't even think about that yet.

CNS_Siatty says:
MO: It's nothing.  We don't know where we are, or if we will have to conserve our supplies.

Host CO_Arconus says:
::leads everyone into the shade::

Host Prophet says:
ACTION:  Feelings of fullness and love fill the XO's mind.

Host CO_Arconus says:
All:  This way.

FCO_Jankara says:
CO: Sir, my species are touch telepaths.  I was attempting to report that the CTO was barely in control of his emotions.  I was ignored.  If someone had listened, I would have requested a sedative.  What should I have done to be listened to?

Host XO_Lyon says:
::gets another silly grin on his face::

CSO_Nash says:
:: Follows the CO.::

OPS_Jones says:
::wonders if she will ever learn where they are and why as she goes to where the CO motions::

MO_Brabas says:
::As he looks at the CNS’s neck:: CNS: I am thinking of those lizards.

Host XO_Lyon says:
::shakes his head:: CO: I think I can explain where we are... but you're not going to like it.

Host CO_Arconus says:
FCO:  Yell.

CEO_Terumo says:
::sits down where he can see everyone:: Self: I've got a weird feeling about this...

MO_Brabas says:
::Takes the tricorder and scans:: CNS: Some bruises nothing much, let’s wait till I first look over Trent.

FCO_Jankara says:
CO: At you, Sir?  Sorry but I've been a cadet once, I have no desire to go back to that.

MO_Brabas says:
::Walks toward CTO::

Host CO_Arconus says:
FCO:  Some times it is appropriate to take a more physical approach as well.

CNS_Siatty says:
MO: I'll heal soon enough.  You can treat me when we get back to the ship.

Host CO_Arconus says:
FCO:  If someone is in difficulty you have a duty to act.

CEO_Terumo says:
::keeps his attention on the little dragon:: XO: You've really found a new friend!

FCO_Jankara says:
CO: I felt I was attempting to do just that before you came.  I suppose I just need to get over my fear of offending a superior officer.

Host XO_Lyon says:
:;waits till everybody has assembled:: All: If you settle down... I have an explanation as to where we are.

CSO_Nash says:
:: Finds a place that is out of the way, but still in visibility range and sits down.::

CNS_Siatty says:
XO: I assume you mean besides in the Prophets’ realm?

OPS_Jones says:
::sits down next to Kevin::

Host XO_Lyon says:
CNS: Not even close...

Host CO_Arconus says:
::awaits some rationalization for this irrational situation.::

CEO_Terumo says:
Self: This should be interesting.

Host XO_Lyon says:
::looks around:: All: As some of you may know... I'm a bit of a bibliophile, and have read a wide range of books, but 20th century fantasy has always fascinated me.

FCO_Jankara says:
::sits down to listen to the XO::

CSO_Nash says:
:: Puts an arm around Kyleigh as she sits down.:: Kyleigh: We have some things to discuss you and I.

MO_Brabas says:
::Takes scans on the CTO::

Host XO_Lyon says:
All: The prophets showed me a dragon, resembling those created by one of those authors, and then told me that they do exist. We are in that place.

MO_Brabas says:
::Looking for wounds and etc.::

OPS_Jones says:
::gets more comfortable and whispers::  Kevin:  Yes we do.

CSO_Nash says:
:: Takes notice as the XO mentions Dragons.::

Host XO_Lyon says:
All: Welcome to Pern. An acronym for Parallel Earth Resources Negligible.

Host CO_Arconus says:
XO:  Dragons?  As in breathing fire?

OPS_Jones says:
::perks up as Dragons is mentioned::

FCO_Jankara says:
XO: We are stuck in a book? ::is very confused::

CNS_Siatty says:
XO: But why bring us here?

Host XO_Lyon says:
CO: Aye, sir. Telepathic, fire breathing creatures.

CTO_Worthington says:
::wakes up, confused, sees the MO standing over him:: MO: What's going on?

Host XO_Lyon says:
FCO: Not a book. I'm not sure, but not that.

MO_Brabas says:
     Self: A dragon? Our legends are full of them.

Host Prophet says:
ACTION:  The CTO begins to stir from the hypospray.

Host XO_Lyon says:
CNS: I'd like to know as much as you do.

Host CO_Arconus says:
XO:  So the wormhole aliens created this from your mind?

CSO_Nash says:
:: Notices the XO's mention of telepathic.:: XO: Telepathic you say, could they be of any help?

MO_Brabas says:
CTO: You were very angry with us, so..

CEO_Terumo says:
XO: Just out of curiosity, how does the book end?

MO_Brabas says:
::Yells:: XO: Sir, the CTO is awake!!

Host XO_Lyon says:
CO: I think this place is actually real. They told me that those dragons actually do exist. CNS: I'm not very sure, but as I recall, they are bonded to their riders, and usually only answer to them.

FCO_Jankara says:
CTO: Are you okay?

CTO_Worthington says:
::confused:: MO: Angry? I don't really remember anything. Where are we?

Host XO_Lyon says:
CEO: Depends on where we are in the series. ::gives a slight grin::

MO_Brabas says:
CTO: The Prophets...and than this!

Host CO_Arconus says:
XO:  Are they a danger to us?

CTO_Worthington says:
FCO: I have got the biggest headache ever, other than that I am unsure.

CNS_Siatty says:
::Moves to CTO's side.::  CTO: We're not really sure.  Apparently the Prophets have brought us together.  ::Looks into his eyes.::  How are you feeling?

Host Lessa says:
ACTION:  A swooping of wings is heard by the fire lizard, which awakens and begins to scream.

Host XO_Lyon says:
CO: No sir. As for the humans... that could be a different story. We need to get to some civilization and see what we can find out.

CTO_Worthington says:
CNS: Confused, very confused.

Host XO_Lyon says:
::startled by the fire lizard's screams:: All: What the! ::looks up::

Host CO_Arconus says:
CO:  What is that?

Host Lessa says:
ACTION:  Lessa can be seen in the distance on her golden dragon Ramoth.

FCO_Jankara says:
CTO: I hope I didn't intrude but you were very angry.  It wasn't at us but someone else.  Do you remember what happened before we got here?

MO_Brabas says:
CNS: Now remember that I used a hypospray on him.

CSO_Nash says:
:: Hears the scream and looks in its direction.::

CEO_Terumo says:
XO: What got him like that?

Host CO_Arconus says:
All:  Take cover.  XO you are with me.  :;moves into the open::

Host XO_Lyon says:
::begins to laugh:: Self: I can't believe it... the prophets do have a sense of humor after all.

Host XO_Lyon says:
CO: Aye, sir. ::follows Irandor::

OPS_Jones says:
::looks toward the commotion as she starts to take cover::

Host Lessa says:
ACTION:  The little fire lizard takes off and disappears.

CTO_Worthington says:
FCO: No, the last thing I remember was being at my station on the bridge.

MO_Brabas says:
::Looks:: Out loud: What is going on?

CEO_Terumo says:
::looks behind him and sees a huge dragon coming this way::

Host XO_Lyon says:
::frowns as the fire lizard leaves:: Self: I hope he returns.

CNS_Siatty says:
MO: I know.  I'm just trying to see, well, where the anger went.

CSO_Nash says:
::Takes cover, shielding Kyleigh.::

Host Lessa says:
ACTION:  Ramoth comes in for a landing on the white beaches.  Lessa sits there and looks at the strangers.

Host XO_Lyon says:
::stands back as the VERY large dragon lands::

CEO_Terumo says:
::runs for cover behind the closest tree::

Host CO_Arconus says:
XO:  Big lizard isn't it.

MO_Brabas says:
CNS: I am beginning to think there was none of his anger....

Host XO_Lyon says:
CO: The biggest one on this mud ball.

Host Lessa says:
ACTION:  Ramoth snorts at the CO's statement.

Host Lessa says:
Ramoth:  Calm down my dear, I am sure he meant nothing by the statement.

FCO_Jankara says:
CO: Uh Sir?  If they are telepathic, I think he heard you.

MO_Brabas says:
CNS:.... If I understood, the XO has some pets that could feel his emotions, could be the same here?

Host CO_Arconus says:
Lessa:  Greetings.

CTO_Worthington says:
Self: What in the world is going on? ALL: Someone please tell me I am not the only one seeing dragons.

CNS_Siatty says:
MO: Could be.  Not sure about the biological and energy rules of this world.

Host Lessa says:
CO:  Greetings to you, Sir.  ::stroking Ramoth::

CNS_Siatty says:
CTO: No, you aren't the only one.

MO_Brabas says:
CNS: You have a point there. ::Stares at the dragon::

Host XO_Lyon says:
::stands next to Irandor, studying the woman::

CSO_Nash says:
:: Peeks out as the Dragon has landed and notices the rider is talking to the Captain.::

CEO_Terumo says:
CTO: ... you're not.

OPS_Jones says:
::looks at the being with the big winged creature, not sure what to make of the situation::

Host CO_Arconus says:
Lessa:  It seems that my party and I are...lost.

Host Lessa says:
CO:  And where would your party be going?  ::raising her eyebrows at the man that seems to like to insult dragons::

MO_Brabas says:
CTO: Welcome to the ..::Stops for a second:: Dream world!

Host XO_Lyon says:
::whispers:: CO: Be careful around this woman... she's feisty.

Host CO_Arconus says:
Lessa:  Well that's a bit harder to explain.  We were traveling and suddenly brought here.

MO_Brabas says:
::Opens the tricorder towards the dragon and begins to scan::

Host CO_Arconus says:
XO:  Indeed.  If I were riding that behemoth I would be too.

Host XO_Lyon says:
::manages not to giggle::

Host Lessa says:
CO:  Would you care to explain that...

CTO_Worthington says:
CNS: This is some weird stuff. Maybe I should cut back on the drinking for a while.

MO_Brabas says:
::He closes the tricorder and gets out a probe from it, just to hide it::

OPS_Jones says:
::thinks the captain better curb his tongue before he gets everyone in trouble with the woman::

CNS_Siatty says:
CTO: That is the best idea I've heard in days.  ::Smiles.::

Host CO_Arconus says:
Lessa:  It's the best I can tell you.  We were on our ship and suddenly we're stranded on the beach.

Host Lessa says:
~~~~Ramoth:  Ramoth my dear, alert Mnementh we have strangers.  Have a wing meet me here.~~~~

MO_Brabas says:
::Continues to scan with the probe from his almost closed hand ::

CTO_Worthington says:
CNS: Nah, I was just joking.

Host Lessa says:
~~~~Lessa:  Yes, and one that dared to call ME a lizard!  As if I were one of those puny things.~~~~

Host XO_Lyon says:
:;whispers:: CO: She's a very powerful person, if she is who I think she is.

Host Lessa says:
::hearing the XO, she turns toward him::  XO: And who do you think I am, Sir?

CNS_Siatty says:
::Slowly walks out of the trees towards the Captain and XO.::

CEO_Terumo says:
Self: So, this leaves the problem count at what? 3 or 4? ... Well, maybe we'll set a personal record today...

Host XO_Lyon says:
::takes a deep breath:: Lessa: You are Lessa, Rider of Ramoth, and the last of the Ruathan Bloodline.

MO_Brabas says:
CNS/CTO: I heard this only from the legends back home. But to see one...who is going to believe me? ::Smiles::

Host CO_Arconus says:
::sees the far away look in her eyes and remembers Self:  Oh right, telepathic dragons.  I hope they can't read my thoughts::

CTO_Worthington says:
MO: Don't worry, I won't.

CNS_Siatty says:
MO: There are stranger things in the vast reaches of space.  I'll be back.

Host Lessa says:
::suddenly she grins at the XO::  Well, I see you know the bloodlines.  Yes, I am she.

OPS_Jones says:
::while watching the discussion take place between the captain and the woman, her own mind suddenly begins to wonder to thoughts of Kevin::

Host XO_Lyon says:
::smiles back at her:: Lessa: Then we are honored to meet you... we came to seek your aid, as a matter of fact.

Host XO_Lyon says:
::mutters under his breath:: CO: Just follow my lead.

MO_Brabas says:
CTO: Can you walk?

Host Lessa says:
ALL:  And I would like to introduce you to Ramoth.  And I believe this one ::pointing to the CO:: owes Ramoth an apology.

 CTO_Worthington says:
::gets up, feeling a little strange:: MO: I guess so.

Host XO_Lyon says:
::gives Irandor a look that means he'd better do just that::

Host CO_Arconus says:
Ramoth:  Beg your pardon.

MO_Brabas says:
CTO: Let’s go there and see what is going on.:: Helps him with walking::

OPS_Jones says:
::smiles in acknowledgement of the introduction to Ramoth::

Host Lessa says:
XO:  Our aid?  What kind of aid? ::looking at their attire:: Would dragon riders be able to give farmers?

CSO_Nash says:
:: Watches the interplay and begins thinking of Kyleigh and feels the area where the spots used to be begin to heat up.::

CTO_Worthington says:
MO: I am fine Doctor. ::begins walking towards the others::

Host Lessa says:
ACTIOIN:  Ramoth grumbles, but tells Lessa she accepts his apologies, after all he is just a farmer and doesn't know any better::

Host XO_Lyon says:
:;walks a bit forward, looking up at her:: Lessa: We're looking for my niece, who disappeared.

MO_Brabas says:
CTO: I know. ::Smiles::

MO_Brabas says:
::Walks toward the  others::

Host Lessa says:
CO:  Ramoth has accepted your apologies.

Host Lessa says:
XO:  Your niece has disappeared?  Was not your town turned out to look for her?

FCO_Jankara says:
::listens intently to the conversation::

MO_Brabas says:
::As he approaches, begins to listen and take scans from the hidden tricorder probe::

CNS_Siatty says:
Lessa: It has been, but those who took her have fled far from our town.

Host CO_Arconus says:
Lessa:  Good to hear.  Not nice to have such a large dragon mad at you.

Host XO_Lyon says:
Lessa: Aye, but we found no sign of her. We've been looking since we left Tillek, and others have gone to the other major Holds.

CTO_Worthington says:
::listens to the conversation, wondering how he got there::

OPS_Jones says:
::wonders if there ever will be a good time for her to tell someone how she feels about him::

Host Lessa says:
::turns her head sharply at the CNS::  CNS:  Someone took her?  ::feels the anger begin to rise::

CEO_Terumo says:
::moves so he can hear the conversation better, but still keeps the distance::

Host XO_Lyon says:
::shoots Tach a look.. not sure whether to be angry or amazed::

MO_Brabas says:
::stand a little behind of all of them and takes scans::

Host Lessa says:
::turning back, she waits an explanation from the XO::

Host XO_Lyon says:
Lessa: Um.. yes. She had a particular affinity with animals... our watchwher in particular.

Host Lessa says:
ACTION:  Ramoth turns her head, interested in what the MO is doing.

MO_Brabas says:
::As he sees Ramoth is looking, he blushes::

Host Lessa says:
XO:  Then she might have been discovered in the next search.  Do you think this is why she has disappeared?

Host XO_Lyon says:
Lessa: It is a distinct possibility. Some in our area are still a bit hide bound and set against the weyrs. They don't want any of us to be found on Search.

Host CO_Arconus says:
::wonders just what the XO is talking about:::

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