Star Trek: A Call To Duty
USS Cherokee NCC 61333 SD 10312.14

Produced by Trish Yarborough 

Steve Weller as CO Tio Ayidee
Brandon Mitcham as XO Trent Worthington
Scott Dorsey as CSO Kevin Nash
Alexander Vulkis as CMO Jovan Brabas 
Dawn Freeman as OPS Kyleigh Nash
Mark Halsam as CTO Mark Hazzard
Robb Dunphy as FCO Robb O’Neill

Absent
Cana as TO Kendra Gia Maylin

Host SM-Trish says:
USS Cherokee 10312.14 Cavern Adventure Part 5

Host SM-Trish says:
The Captain and FCO are now deeper into the cavern system.  A dolphin-like creature has rescued them, but where they are is undetermined.  The rest of the AT have the task of finding them, hopefully before food becomes an issue.

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Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Bobbing in the rising water, wondering how far the next open area would be.::

OPS_Nash says:
::in the big chamber, trying not to dwell as to the reason why this area is collapsing.:::

CMO_Brabas says:
::He has begun to analyze the place where FCO and CO disappeared::

CSO_Nash says:
:: In the cavern with the rest of the AT minus the CO and FCO, heading to the CTO's last position.::

Host XO_Worthington says:
::With the Away team gathered, he addresses the team:: ALL: OK, people. Let's find the Captain. Move out.

CSO_Nash says:
XO: Aye Commander.  ::Moves out scanning, he sees a spike from phaser fire and doubles his course toward the discharge site.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@FCO: Something funny about how things have proceeded so far.

FCO_ONeill says:
@:Is in a cave with the CO bobbing around, pondering how they will get out of this mess:: CO: Well this was hardly how I expected my first mission to go. How are you enjoying your swim, Sir.

CMO_Brabas says:
::Listens to the XO and gets his probe back in tricorder. He grabs his Medkit and goes toward XO::

Host XO_Worthington says:
CSO: Any luck improving sensor output? Have you found a way to scan through the interference?

CTO_Hazzard says:
::coughs as the dust starts to settle in the chamber.  Seeing the mess he has made he makes a frustrated sound and puts his phaser away::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@FCO: I've had both more troubling and more enjoyable swims, but never before one that raises such questions about where I am.

CSO_Nash says:
XO: Still no luck Commander, but I still have faint readings on a Catian and Human life-sign.

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  The chamber is almost filled with water.  The dolphin creature again moves under the hands of the CO and FCO.  Both take a deep breath and go under water again.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@::Dives under with the Dolphin.::

Host XO_Worthington says:
CSO: Anyway to pinpoint or just a vague idea of direction?

FCO_ONeill says:
@::Holds on for dear life with his hand on the Dolphin and one holding onto the CO also so that neither of them get separated again::

CMO_Brabas says:
CTO: I don't like to have an injured person just for shadows. ::Smiles:: OK.

CTO_Hazzard says:
:: shakes his head and pushes the CMO away lightly. :: CMO: I'm not injured, sir.  Save your concern for the Captain and Ensign O'Neil.  They're the ones who deserve your concern.

CSO_Nash says:
XO: Still just a vague idea. :: Scans the nearest wall and gets a reading of moving water.:: XO: I have our river found again, sir. The wall is thin here and we should be able to get through it.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CSO: Is it stable? I don't want a cave in.

CMO_Brabas says:
CTO: When you are in this kind of stressful situation, it is best to stay calm. ::Gets a serious look on his face::

CSO_Nash says:
XO: It appears stable and well eroded. The fallout will likely fall into the river, sir.

CTO_Hazzard says:
:: Hears the XO mention a cave in and winces. :: CMO: Doctor, I'll be fine once we find the others, but right now could you please back off.

FCO_ONeill says:
@::Still continues on the voyage with the Dolphin, this time activating his tricorder to try and get some bearing where they are going from where they were::

FCO_ONeill says:
@::Makes sure his tricorder is secure so he does not drop it::

Host XO_Worthington says:
CSO: OK, set your phaser to the appropriate setting. ALL: Prepare to stand back just in case.

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  The dolphin creature heads deeper.  The pressure is beginning to tell on the Captain and FCO.

FCO_ONeill says:
@::Winces in pain as he experiences the change in pressure::

CMO_Brabas says:
::he begins to think on one theory of getting an extra few minutes of air in blood cells.:: CTO: It will not be a problem.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@::Squints eyes, wondering how deep inside the bowels we're going.::

CSO_Nash says:
:: Sets his phaser to low and takes aim at the wall and fires at the weakest point of the wall.::

CTO_Hazzard says:
:: stands away from the others....brushing off his uniform and watching the CSO as he blasts the wall. ::

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  The low phaser setting is perfect, punching through the wall, showing an inner chamber, leading down into the bowels of the earth.

FCO_ONeill says:
@::Begins to weaken as his breath starts to give out. Struggles as he starts to weaken, as does his grip on the Dolphin and the Captain::

Host XO_Worthington says:
CSO: Good job. Is the reading getting stronger?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@::Takes a breath from the inflated uniform pants he's clinging to, then pushes it towards Ensign O’Neill.::

Host XO_Worthington says:
CTO: Hazzard, lead the way. Take it nice and slow. Understood?

CSO_Nash says:
XO: Success Commander. :: Scans the area where the phaser beam went through.::

FCO_ONeill says:
@::Gladly takes the inflated pants to breath and gestures his gratitude::

CTO_Hazzard says:
:: nods to the XO, not really making eye contact as he passes.:: XO: Yes, Sir. Nice and slow.

FCO_ONeill says:
@::Continues on his journey, wincing as the pressure grows ever greater::

CSO_Nash says:
:: Attaches his hook to the line behind the CTO.:: XO: Permission to accompany Mr. Hazzard?

Host XO_Worthington says:
CSO: You'll go through next behind the CTO. CNS/OPS: Follow directly behind me.

CMO_Brabas says:
::Takes a scan for water and life forms in next part of cave::

OPS_Nash says:
::follows everyone else, at a slower pace as she feels a small wave of nausea hit her::

CTO_Hazzard says:
:: slowly moves into the new chamber...his eyes darting from one side to the other. ::

CSO_Nash says:
XO: Aye sir. :: Hooks in following the CTO scanning the area.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@::Silently urging the Dolphin on quicker, longing for the feel of air about him.::

CMO_Brabas says:
::Sees OPS face:: OPS: Can you go further?

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  As the AT enter the next cave, they are astounded by the crystals they see embedded in the walls.  The cavern continues on a downward sloping angle.

FCO_ONeill says:
@::Passes the inflated pants with air back to the CO so that he may breathe once again::

CMO_Brabas says:
::He follows::

OPS_Nash says:
CMO: Yes, just let me take it a little slower.

CTO_Hazzard says:
:: notices the downward slope and turns his head to the side...still looking forward. :: CSO: Watch your step, sir. It’s getting steep again.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@::Takes another breath, forcing himself not to waste the air.::

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  The dolphin creature begins to level off and the CO and FCO are taken to the surface.  This time, there is a beach where they can rest.

CSO_Nash says:
XO: This is astounding, sir. Multiple precious and semi-precious stones here, and this is leading the right way. :: Indicates the caverns orientation.::

CMO_Brabas says:
OPS: All right, but if you feel something, please don't wait to tell me.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@::Air bursts out of the lungs, followed by panting as the beach is climbed.::  FCO: Are you all right?  ::Collapses on back.::

FCO_ONeill says:
@::Clambers onto the beach with the CO, turns to the Dolphin:: Dolphin: Thanks, we owe you one.

Host XO_Worthington says:
OPS: Are you sensing anything more from the planet?

CSO_Nash says:
CTO: Understood.

FCO_ONeill says:
@CO: I'm alive...out of breath, in pain from the pressure, and could really do with a week in Risa, how about you?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@Dolphin: Yes, thank you.  But I begin to wonder about what you really are, my friend.

CMO_Brabas says:
::he continues with his scans::

OPS_Nash says:
CMO:  Don't worry so much.

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION: The dolphin looks at the Captain and FCO, gives a couple of clicks then disappears back under the water.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@FCO: Last time I was at Risa wasn't very good for my career.  ::Smiles more broadly than the line would indicate.::

CMO_Brabas says:
OPS: I wish that I could. ::Smiles::

CTO_Hazzard says:
:: slowly starts to descend down the slope, keeping his pace slow and steady, remaining silent.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@FCO: I'm starting to figure something out.  I don't know if the Dolphin is as independent as we may think.

FCO_ONeill says:
@::Takes his tricorder out to check where they now are in relation to where they were:: CO: Well this time I had my tricorder on, lets see where we are.

OPS_Nash says:
::tries to smile as she moves very slow::

CSO_Nash says:
:: Follows the CTO shortening his steps dramatically.::

CMO_Brabas says:
::Waits for his turn to go with rest of AT::

FCO_ONeill says:
@CO: We are 5 miles down from our last position. No wonder the pressure increased so much.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@FCO: Good thinking.  But I think this planet is alive, and not in the figurative sense.  First it was Lieutenant Nash's sensing of something, but that wasn't the end of the hints.

OPS_Nash says:
XO: Just the same things as before.

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ACTION:  A loose piece of rock under the CTO's foot causes him to slip and continue a ride down on his tush... but due to this slip, he discover an opening they might have missed.  This is a short cut.

FCO_ONeill says:
@CO: Well, maybe that is why the Dolphin helped us out? Maybe the planet doesn't mean us any harm, but is just curious about us the same way we are curious about it?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@FCO: Then we find underground rivers, filling the passage almost completely, leading to open areas.  And there is something guiding things that fall into the water to the open areas.  Like Red Blood cells in Carbon based creatures.

Host XO_Worthington says:
::sees the CTO slip:: Self: Not again!

CTO_Hazzard says:
:: stops as he turns around....watching the ground as he speaks in a low monotone.:: CSO: Are we gettinnnnIIIIIIING! :: his words are cut short as he takes a quick ride down to the bottom...landing pride first and looking out at the water. ::  Self : I really hate this place!

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@FCO: It's more than just curiosity.  It's the creatures very reason for existence I think.

Host XO_Worthington says:
::yells:: CTO: Ensign Hazzard! Are you OK?

FCO_ONeill says:
@CO: Well maybe we can find the brain? Or the reasoning center? Something we can communicate with?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@FCO: In the last chamber, you took a few samples from the wall and then water came through the holes.  Like it was a burst cell wall.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@FCO: I would hope that we can, but right now I'd rather find our crew mates.  Our time down here is rather limited I'm afraid.

CTO_Hazzard says:
:: starts to get up....rubbing the impact point and shaking his head. :: XO: I'm fine sir.  Looks like we might have ourselves a shortcut due to clutziness.

CSO_Nash says:
CTO: Are you ok? :: Widens his steps getting to him.::

FCO_ONeill says:
@CO: You're right. ::Ponders:: Maybe I should have studied exobiology more in the academy.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CTO: Good. Now quit slacking off and find the Captain. We are right behind you.

CSO_Nash says:
XO: Aye, Commander. Readings are getting stronger from this shaft, sir.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@FCO: Reconfigure your Tricorder.  I think analyzing geological samples might not be the best use.  Scan for any sort of EM fields.

CMO_Brabas says:
::He gets some faster steps toward CTO::

CTO_Hazzard says:
CSO: I'm fine.  :: looks like he has some choice words to say to the XO but swallows them as he remembers why they are in this mess. :: XO: Yes, sir.

FCO_ONeill says:
@CO: Scanning now. ::Reconfigures the tricorder to scan for em fields of any nature in the area::

CSO_Nash says:
XO: We're on it Commander.

Host XO_Worthington says:
::smiles at the CSO:: CSO: Boy has no sense of humor. I'm right behind you.

FCO_ONeill says:
@CO: Sir, this plant keeps showing up under the bioscans as being edible. Maybe not palatable, but we can eat it.

FCO_ONeill says:
@::Motions to a small plant growing near the shore::

CMO_Brabas says:
XO: Pride gets in the way of humor sometimes. ::Looks at him::

CSO_Nash says:
:: Moves back up the line out of the CTO's earshot.:: XO: He'll get one, sir. :: Chuckling.:: If we have anything to do with it he will.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@::Finally catches his breath and stands up.::  FCO: Nice place, would love to come here for a vacation.  Funny, didn't expect to find much in the line of plants down here, even non photosynthetic ones.  I'd bet they don't taste like my choice for dinner.  Better than dying though.  ::Breaks off a bit and nibbles the end.::  Edible at least.

FCO_ONeill says:
@::Takes a bit of the plant and tastes it tentatively, and grins:: CO: Edible, scratch that, it's lovely!

CTO_Hazzard says:
:: Can hear what the others are saying, gritting his teeth as he can't hear what the CSO is saying but can hear his chuckling....not him too.:: CSO: Sir, which directions are the lifesigns in?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@FCO: Probably to your liking, if your tastes are like those of other omnivores and herbivores I have known.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CMO: You think so. Why don't you do something useful for a change. See if you can scan for any biological lifeforms around here.

FCO_ONeill says:
@CO: Yeah probably, but you know the saying, one species is another species dinner! ::Grins widely, relaxing just a bit while eating and scanning for em fields::

CMO_Brabas says:
::He looks at his open tricorder, setting for scanning:: XO: But I am. ::Shows tricorder::

CSO_Nash says:
CTO: I'm sorry Mark. This way about 4 and a half miles . :: Points down.:: XO: They are about 4 and a half miles below us sir.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@::Pulls Tricorder, scanning for signs of air flow to know where the fresh air comes from.::

CTO_Hazzard says:
CSO: Then I would recommend we get going.  They are going to be cold and wet.  I will try to stay in sight. :: Walks off in the offered direction not sparing them a second glance.::

FCO_ONeill says:
@::Goes over to another plant near the water and checks it. It appears edible and he takes a bite:: CO: Sir, no offense, but this one may be more to your liking, it is tasting like fish and you well. ::Trails off not wanting to insult the Captain::

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  The clothes begin to dry quickly, as the temperature in this cave is warmer than the other one.

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  The Captain's fur begins to stand out at odd angles.

FCO_ONeill says:
@::Sits and eats from the two plants, sharing them with the CO as his clothing dries, consulting his tricorder to find a clue to how they are going to get out of there::

Host XO_Worthington says:
::follows behind:: CSO: Now look at what you have done. ::grinning::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@FCO: Thank you.  I wonder if there is a way up?  Air is coming from somewhere.

CSO_Nash says:
CTO: I'll pace you. :: Scans him and gets readings on a groin pull.:: Mark, just take a nice steady pace.

CMO_Brabas says:
::As he heard CTO's comment he than realizes that he has nothing good for hypothermia::

CTO_Hazzard says:
CSO: I'm fine, Commander.  I'll live.  If I was doing my job in the first place I wouldn't have to worry about it.

FCO_ONeill says:
@::Switches his tricorder to detect airflow to try and ascertain where it flows from and flows to::

CSO_Nash says:
CTO: Mark, you were. You did all that I would have done in similar circumstances. And they are still with us. :: Taps the tricorder.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@::Still sitting, trying to rest and conserve strength.  Looks about the cave, wondering if his theory may be right.:: FCO: Take a few minutes break.  Pushing too hard will tap your reserves.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CSO/CTO: Let's hold up here for a second. CMO: Take a look at Ensign Hazzard.

OPS_Nash says:
::hopes that there is a place for her to sit down soon, as she goes through what seems as a short cut to somewhere::

CSO_Nash says:
:: Stops.::

CMO_Brabas says:
XO: Aye sir.

CMO_Brabas says:
Goes toward CTO and takes out a probe from Tricorder and begins to scan CTO::

CTO_Hazzard says:
:: Stops moving and sighs, letting the Doctor examine him. ::

CSO_Nash says:
:: Scans the shortcut path seeing all the rest have entered.::

FCO_ONeill says:
@CO: Yes sir. ::Seems pleased with the order to rest up a bit, and sits down cross legged, his back straight, almost meditating::

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  The tricorder shows a flue that goes up an inner rock face, approximately ½ inch wide.

Host XO_Worthington says:
::looks around and finds a nice spot:: ALL: Everyone, take a few minutes to rest up. OPS: We got anything to eat with us?

CMO_Brabas says:
CTO: I will give you something that will ease the pain but be careful.

OPS_Nash says:
XO: Just our rations.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@FCO: It was a long, hard trip.  I know it took all my endurance.  I'm more built for the sprint than the marathon.

OPS_Nash says:
XO: Ands lots of them, if I may add.

CTO_Hazzard says:
:: nods halfheartedly to the Doctor, his thoughts moving rapidly.::

CMO_Brabas says:
::Takes out Hypo and programs it for light pain killer::

Host XO_Worthington says:
OPS: Then pass them around. CSO/CTO/CMO: Eat up!

FCO_ONeill says:
@CO: Well you lasted longer then I did....I was running out of air well before you did. I'm cut out for flying, not swimming.

CMO_Brabas says:
CTO: Here you go. ::Takes CTO under left arm and gives him a shot of it::

OPS_Nash says:
::passes around the rations to all, then looks to see if there is anything that she is able to eat.::

CMO_Brabas says:
::Takes it from OPS::OPS: Thanks.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@FCO: That wasn't endurance, that was a makeshift air tank.

FCO_ONeill says:
@::Consults his tricorder:: CO: There is a flue there that air flows through halfway up that rock face. It's very small, about 1.5cm give or take.

OPS_Nash says:
::nods, as she takes the most bland item, some chicken::

CTO_Hazzard says:
:: unwraps his ration and eats it numbly...sitting down by himself....::

CMO_Brabas says:
CTO: You will have a big bruise tomorrow if we don't find the Captain and FCO and get out of here.

Host XO_Worthington says:
ALL: This may be our last chance to stop for a while, so make the most of it. We won't be pulling over later, so if you have "business" to attend to, you might want to do that before we leave.

CSO_Nash says:
XO: I am getting readings of a flue type formation going up the inner rock face. It's about half an inch wide.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@::Scans with Tricorder.::  FCO: I think our friends are looking for us still.

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  As the AT sit, eat and rest, they can hear the moaning of the wind, coming through the cavern system... very lulling sound.

OPS_Nash says:
::unwraps, then takes a small bite, hoping for the best::

CMO_Brabas says:
::Opens ration and begins to eat it::

FCO_ONeill says:
@::Consults his tricorder:: CO: I think you're right. ::Grins::

Host XO_Worthington says:
CSO: Think we can get a signal out? ::asks while he munches on his "dinner"::

CSO_Nash says:
:: Eats the offered food and sits listening to the lulling moan of the wind.::

OPS_Nash says:
::is wondering the planet, or its people, is trying to say::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@::Stands and moves for the Flue.::  FCO: If this goes far enough up, we might get back in contact.

CTO_Hazzard says:
CSO: We could try using the interference from the minerals to create a harmonic...send a sort of morse code.

FCO_ONeill says:
@::Stands up and shouts at the flue:: Out Loud: Hey can anyone hear us?

CSO_Nash says:
XO: Negative, Commander. I've been trying all along. I'm still getting interference from the crystal formations.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CSO: What about Hazzard's idea?

CSO_Nash says:
CTO: There's a possibility. Would you care to help me with the specifics?

Host XO_Worthington says:
CSO/CTO: Eat first. Then get to work on it.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@FCO: Let's try this.  Minerals might block the signal, but the flue might provide a conduit.  ::Holds Comm badge to flue and taps it.::  *XO*: Can you hear me Commander?

FCO_ONeill says:
@::Awaits with baited breath to hear a response::

CTO_Hazzard says:
:: nods at the CSO. Returning to mindlessly devouring his lima bean and ham ration bar, remembering why there was another name for it.::

CTO_Hazzard says:
:: hears something faintly..:: ALL: Did anyone just hear that?

Host XO_Worthington says:
::startled by the communicator:: *CO*: Yes sir. Are you all right? Where are you?

CMO_Brabas says:
::Stops with chewing just to listen::

CSO_Nash says:
XO: Aye Commander. CTO: Mark, I would appreciate the help. And please feel free to voice any other ideas. I welcome the input.

FCO_ONeill says:
@::Punches the air in triumph and dance a little jig in celebration::

Host XO_Worthington says:
::gets up and moves over to the flue:: *CO*: Can you hear me? Acknowledge.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@*XO*: We're both all right, outside of being a bit lost, wet, and tired.

FCO_ONeill says:
@::Takes the power cell out of the phaser and rigs it up to his comm badge, attempting to boost power::

Host XO_Worthington says:
CSO: Can you get a lock on the communication? *CO*: Great to hear that sir/ We are coming to get you.

CSO_Nash says:
XO: I'll give it priority, Commander.

CTO_Hazzard says:
:: takes his tricorder in his hands....flipping it over and opening it up...pulling a few chips from it and handing them to the CSO:: CSO: Remember the theories on ancient Radio waves, Scott?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@*XO*: Good to hear that.  Be careful though, this planet be alive.

Host XO_Worthington says:
*CO*: Really? How did you come to that conclusion?

CSO_Nash says:
CTO: Yes I do Mark. And I also remember that some crystalline patterns actually act as a power and focusing source in their presence.

OPS_Nash says:
::rubs her abdomen in hopes that may help with the nausea wave, that and eating a little something. And as she rubs her abdomen, she is feeling a bulge, she then smiles a little::

CMO_Brabas says:
::He takes his scan and begins to search for deflated gas::

CTO_Hazzard says:
CSO: Use these chips to alter the frequency range and amplitude of the combadge.  That way instead of being absorbed by the interferrence..it will bounce back...might echo the signal a little, give it a little more distance.

FCO_ONeill says:
@::Gives up on attempting to boost his badges power, as it does not appear to be working::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@*XO*: Just a guess, but it all started with Lieutenant Nash's feelings about the planet, but the planet almost acts alive, even bleeding if injured if you will.

CSO_Nash says:
CTO: Yes, now we need a way to set it to an amplitude that will be clearer.

CMO_Brabas says:
::He looks for human lungs deflating::

Host XO_Worthington says:
*CO*: Your favorite CTO and CSO are working on a way to communicate with the ship. Once we are done, we will come and get you.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@XO*: We'll hold tight.

CTO_Hazzard says:
CSO: Well, we already know what minerals were dealing with we can set the amplitude towards one of the natural harmonics that are indicative of the minerals sub atomic structure

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