Host SM-Trish says:
USS Cherokee 11010.17 Curious Part 7
Starring 
Trish Yarborough as TO-Weller, and Executive Producer 
Steve Weller as Captain Tio Ayidee, ADM_Makim, and SO_Bush
Zach Farland as Commander Garrison Wells and MO_Monroe
Dawn Freeman as Commander Kyleigh Nash 
Linda Baus as CSO_LtJG_Logan
Cory Friess as CNS_LtJG_Selar

Leave of Absence
Rob Bindels as Lieutenant Konrad Zdunowski 

Host CO_Ayidee says:
I'm not sure if I'm really going through this, but it seems we are in the middle of a true First Contact where our technology's ability to help doesn't seem to help.  But it seems the crew is making progress, and with a little luck, this could all work out for the better.

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Host CO_Ayidee says:
::In Sickbay, still trying to figure out how to make this make sense.::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::on bridge at OPS::

CSO_LtJG_Logan says:
CNS:  So... here we are .. ::Looks around.::

CNS_LtJG_Selar says:
::Jennifer makes her way out of the shuttle onto the deck of the Cherokee. She cannot help but smile as she looks around:: CSO: Yes, here we are. It truly does bring back old memories.

CSO_LtJG_Logan says:
::Follows the CNS out.::  CNS:  Home to you I suppose.  I imagine things have changed though last you were here.  Maybe you'll know some of the crew.  ::Looks around to see if anyone is there to greet them.::

CNS_LtJG_Selar says:
::She looks around as well:: CSO: This was my home for some time, yes. However, as we both know, our home in Starfleet does change quite often. At least, it has for me. You as well if I recall right. ::She smiles::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
<Flight Deck Crew> CSO/ CNS: Welcome aboard, Lieutenants.  I think they are waiting for you on the Bridge.

XO_Wells says:
::In the CO's chair on the bridge, waiting to see if buggies say any more words::

CNS_LtJG_Selar says:
FDC: Thank you very much. ::She smiles at the officer:: CSO: Shall we?

MO_Monroe says:
::Monitoring the CO's brain activity::

CSO_LtJG_Logan says:
Flight Officer:  Good to be here!  Thanks for the warm welcome.  ::Smiles.::  
CNS:  Yes, please.  I'll follow you.  And yes, things have changed quite a bit for me.

ACTION: More images start to flash on the screen, but quicker, as if they aren't sure if they are the right message.  Images of Psych Evaluations, Criminal Justice and Federation Member History Classes, often with barely passing instructor reviews.  The last is an Academy Counselor asking "Are we clear on this?"  The last image holds for some time.

CNS_LtJG_Selar says:
::She nods and takes the lead toward the Turbo Lift:: CSO: Perhaps we can both call the Cherokee our home for some time. ::She grins as she enters the lift::

CSO_LtJG_Logan says:
CNS:  I sure hope so.  My guess, is I'm going to be seeing a lot of you ::laughing.::  I'm sure they sent you my file.

XO_Wells says:
OPS: Are we still playing teacher with the beetles?

CSO_LtJG_Logan says:
::Enters the Turbolift with the CNS.::

CNS_LtJG_Selar says:
::She looks over at Sydney and smiles:: CSO: I actually haven't had a chance to examine your file as of yet, seeing that you were added to the crew when I was. But, it would be a pleasure to see a lot of you. ::She smiles as she orders the lift to the Bridge::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Thrashes about a bit in the Bio-Bed, seemingly agitated.::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
XO:  I've sent them all the information I could.  Like I said before, the ball is in their court.

MO_Monroe says:
::Checks CO's brain-wave scan, adds restraints so he does fall off the Biobed and get hurt::

CSO_LtJG_Logan says:
::Watches the Turbolift doors close.::  CNS:  I think I've come a long way.  I just wish the dreams would stop.

XO_Wells says:
OPS: Ball. B A L L Ball.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
XO:  Very funny, Gary. ::smirks::

CNS_LtJG_Selar says:
::She examines Sydney's expression quite carefully:: CSO: Do the same dreams reoccur or are they different each night?

CSO_LtJG_Logan says:
CNS: They're usually different, but they're more like memories; like I'm reliving things over and over again.  ::Sighs; talking about it gives her the shivers.::
::Sees the Turbolift door open to the bridge.::

CNS_LtJG_Selar says:
::She places a hand on the CSO's shoulders:: CSO: We'll find a way to take care of them. Don't you worry. ::She smiles warmly as the doors open:: CSO: After you.

XO_Wells says:
OPS: I guess it will take time for them to learn the material we've sent.  We can wait as long as they are still, like they are now.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
XO:  Yes, but how much time, that's the question at hand.

XO_Wells says:
::Sees two strangers get off the Turbolift::  OPS: Did you order pizza deliver?

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
XO:  No, I thought you did.  ::smiles::

CSO_LtJG_Logan says:
::Smiles back at her.::  CNS:  Thank you very much.  ::Exits and heads over to the XO.::
XO:  Chief Science Officer Lieutenant Junior Grade Sydney Logan reporting for duty, Sir.

CNS_LtJG_Selar says:
::She files in behind Sydney:: XO: Lieutenant Junior Grade Jennifer Selar, Ship's Counselor, reporting for duty as well, Commander.

XO_Wells says:
CSO: Welcome aboard, Lieutenant.  CNS: Counselor.  Both: I'm Commander Wells, that's Mrs. Nash over there at OPS, our FCO is in the can and our Captain is taking a nap.

CSO_LtJG_Logan says:
::Hears the XO's comment and wishes she had brought some pizza for the hungry XO.::

CNS_LtJG_Selar says:
::She smiles at Commander Nash:: OPS: A pleasure to see you again, Commander.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CNS:  Likewise.

XO_Wells says:
CSO: I guess you can take your station, unless you want to go freshen up or something.

CSO_LtJG_Logan says:
XO:  Thank you, Commander!  Pleasure to serve aboard the USS Cherokee.

CSO_LtJG_Logan says:
XO:  No, Sir.  I feel pretty fresh already.  ::Grins.::

CNS_LtJG_Selar says:
XO: Yes, thank you very much for the warm welcome, Commander. ::She cannot help but chuckle at the CSO's comment::

XO_Wells says:
CSO: You can work with Commander Nash, she could use a teacher's assistant.  She'll explain.

XO_Wells says:
CNS: A Betazed counselor, huh?  That's interesting.  How are your empathic skills?

ACTION: A new image appears on the screen, of a young female Cait welcoming an Orion crew onto a ship.  Those who were on the Cherokee at the time recognize the ship's interior as the Goddess Chariot.  Then, without warning, the Orions draw weapons and seize control of the ship.

CSO_LtJG_Logan says:
::Looks at the view screen, and thinks they should have skipped the pizza and brought popcorn instead.  Takes her seat at her station, familiarizing herself with the mission.::

CNS_LtJG_Selar says:
::She inclines her head:: XO: My empathic abilities are in working order, sir. Why do you ask? ::She moves over to her station and takes a seat::

XO_Wells says:
OPS: That's the Chariot, isn't it?
CNS: Hang on.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
XO:  I seem to recall that image as the Chariot as well.

CNS_LtJG_Selar says:
::She shifts her gaze to the view screen for a moment before looking at her console in order to examine the latest data on the bugs::

MO_Monroe says:
*XO*: Sir, the Captain got very agitated with that last image, if he doesn't settle down I may have to sedate him.

CSO_LtJG_Logan says:
::Definitely doesn't know anything about the Chariot.::

XO_Wells says:
CNS: I'd like you to head to Sickbay, work with Doctor Monroe.  The Captain is in some kind of psychic link with the alien buggy guys, empathically we believe.  See if you can reach him, at least help him relax or maybe you can learn something.

CNS_LtJG_Selar says:
::She looks up from the console and nods toward the XO:: XO: Of course, Commander. I'll do my best to assist him in any way possible. ::She stands from her station and heads for the Turbo Lift::

XO_Wells says:
OPS: So, do you recall this memory of the Captain's?  That was Trent's ship, or was it his mother's?  Regardless, who is the female Cait?

XO_Wells says:
CNS: Thanks, I'm the old Counselor if you need anything let me know.

CNS_LtJG_Selar says:
XO: Certainly, Commander. I'll remember that. ::She enters the Turbo Lift and orders it to Sickbay::

CSO_LtJG_Logan says:
XO:  So if I am understanding all of this, the Captain is the link between us and the bugs?  Do you think they would object to our transporting a camera onto their main vessel?

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
XO:  I believe it's the Captain's mother's ship so that female Cait could be his mother.

CNS_LtJG_Selar says:
::Once the Turbo Lift reaches Deck 8, Jennifer exits and makes her way to Sickbay::

XO_Wells says:
CSO: As long as there isn't a photon torpedo attached, or any of the FCO's hooch, I'd hope they would figure out its another teaching tool.  What did you have in mind for this camera idea?

XO_Wells says:
OPS: Oh, is that it? That would explain the strong reaction.

CSO_LtJG_Logan says:
XO:  Well for one, we may be able to set up a holographic image showing something of our culture, in addition to us getting better pictures of them.

CNS_LtJG_Selar says:
::She reaches Sickbay and makes her way inside. Jennifer looks around for the medical officer on duty::

CSO_LtJG_Logan says:
XO:  We can upload streaming images from our library.

MO_Monroe says:
::Stabilizing the CO's hyperactive brain activity::  CNS: Can I help you Miss?

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
XO:  It appears the computers is taking a little bit longer to identify the female Cait.  Here is what it has so far; 92% identity confirmed as Pei Ayidee.  The delay could be due to that the image didn't quite match those in the Starfleet records,

XO_Wells says:
CSO: Work with OPS. Give it a try.  Set it up.

CNS_LtJG_Selar says:
::She walks over to the Doctor who she can see is working on the Captain:: MO: Jennifer Selar. I'm the Cherokee's new counselor. And may I ask who you are?

XO_Wells says:
OPS: Why didn't it match?

MO_Monroe says:
CNS: Doctor Janet Monroe, pleasure to meet you.  I take it they sent you here for the Captain?  They never tell us anything down here.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
XO:  Well, it could be because hairstyles changes and aging has occurred.  You don't look the same as you did 5 years ago, right?

CNS_LtJG_Selar says:
MO: A pleasure to meet you, Doctor. And yes, they sent me down here to assist in monitoring his condition and attempt to communicate with him if at all possible. How is he doing at the moment?

XO_Wells says:
OPS: Well, good gracious, I hope I do.  Of course this job does take its toll...

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Still straining against the restraints, obviously uncomfortable as the image from the Chariot  replays.::.

CSO_LtJG_Logan says:
::Selects an appropriate video camera to be used for the upload, and begins to search the library for streaming video of Starfleet and their culture.::

MO_Monroe says:
CNS: He's a little more calmer.  There's some kind of empathic link, like the aliens are learning and communicating using the Captain's memories, even historical facts about other races.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
XO:  Be sensible, everybody's appearance changes even a little over time.

CNS_LtJG_Selar says:
MO: So the memories that are surfacing are an attempt at communication? Do we have all of these memories stored in a database once they have been revisited?

CSO_LtJG_Logan says:
OPS:  You are probably more familiar with what they've been pulling from the Captain's memories.  Do you have any suggestions on what we can send over as a holographic video stream that tells them about us?

MO_Monroe says:
CNS: Yes, we are recording and logging all of the interactions between the two parties, bugging the party line, you might say.

CNS_LtJG_Selar says:
::She nods:: MO: And have we had the computer do a search through the memories in an attempt to find a common denominator?

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CSO:  I'm not I have any ideas on that.

XO_Wells says:
OPS: So, all of those routines I go through at night, the creams and exercise do no good?  I think I need to go lie down.

CSO_LtJG_Logan says:
XO/OPS:  You know, if these are bugs, they might see things as 8 different images.  Maybe we need to accommodate our videos for that.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
XO:  Gary, get used to it.

MO_Monroe says:
CNS: No one has studied the data, if that's what you mean.  If you'd like to, you can use any unused station.

CNS_LtJG_Selar says:
MO: Thank you, Doctor. ::She walks over to one of the stations:: Computer: Computer, please attempt to find any commonalities between the dream sequences that have been stored from the Captain and alien creatures.

XO_Wells says:
CSO: We have their anatomy scans, they see and hear basically as we do, they just have no vocal cords.

MO_Monroe says:
::Continues trying to keep the Captain calm::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
<Computer> CNS: Unable to find a common denominator.  Images range from personal memories to historical events.

CNS_LtJG_Selar says:
::She shakes her head:: Self: There has to be something. Everything has a purpose. ::She begins to go through the dream database::

CSO_LtJG_Logan says:
XO:  Hmm?  So no 8-piece images, huh?  Gotcha..  On another note, we have this really cool science tool that the Sona used to use.  It can make your wrinkling skin look like new!  Um, not that you have wrinkly skin or nothing... but... never mind, I'm going to just be quiet now.  ::Looks back at the computer.::

XO_Wells says:
OPS: Get use to it?  That's easy for you to say, you can let yourself go, you're married.

XO_Wells says:
CSO: I'll let you know if I should decide I need that, Lieutenant.  ::Giving her a cautious look before looking back at the view screen::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
XO:  Nonetheless, as we age, our bodies change.  It's a fact.

CSO_LtJG_Logan says:
::Wonders where OPS is going to let herself go to; hasn't heard of that expression before.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
<TO> XO: I have another question, who's the brutes in the image?

XO_Wells says:
OPS: He keeps repeating the scene with his mother, what does it mean?  Longing?  The miss something?  They miss their home world?  They want to go back?  That would be nice, we certainly don't want them here.
TO: The Orions?

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
XO:  Could be, Gary.

CSO_LtJG_Logan says:
::Looks up and nods at the XO thinking he doesn't look a day over 50, not like he's older than dirt anyway.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
<TO> XO: Yes, we can guess who she is, but if there's any meaning in the image, the other ones must be someone.  Should I run them through facial recognition?

CNS_LtJG_Selar says:
::She continues to go through the dream images. Jennifer attempts to find that common denominator. She knows there has to be one::

XO_Wells says:
TO: Please.

CSO_LtJG_Logan says:
XO/OPS:  Maybe we need to find a nice way to ask them if they want to leave.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CSO:  That might work.  Look into that, if you would.

CNS_LtJG_Selar says:
::She stops examining the images and makes her way over to the Captain:: MO: Does he seem any calmer?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
<TO> ::Runs the image through the facial recognition.::  XO: They're known former Orion operatives, suspected of working for a Galmod faction, serving on a ship called the Benevolence with a...Grima or something.  May be an alias.  Ship was last reported sighted about 30 years ago.

CSO_LtJG_Logan says:
OPS:  Yes, Ma'am.  ::Begins to brainstorm the idea.::

XO_Wells says:
CSO: We can ask, it them answering in a way we can understand that is the problem.  The camera angle is good, I had thought teaching them using pictures a good idea.

MO_Monroe says:
CNS: No, not really, I can't let him get this worked up.

CNS_LtJG_Selar says:
::She inclines her head:: MO: I don't want to intrude on his thoughts, but I am going to attempt to calm him down slightly. To serve as a form of support.

CSO_LtJG_Logan says:
XO:  But finding the right kind of pictures... that's the real challenge.  How do we show them we want to help them?  Aside from them using the Captain, that is.

MO_Monroe says:
CNS: If you think you can help, using your gifts, you should try.

XO_Wells says:
CSO: Well, we've found the simpler the message the better, a visual of those helping.

CNS_LtJG_Selar says:
::She looks over at the Captain for several seconds before she begins the process of entering his mind. This was not something Jennifer commonly liked to do to reintroduce herself to her superior::

XO_Wells says:
CSO: Trying showing reruns of Rescue 911.

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