USS Cherokee 
Normal Anomaly, Risky Business, Part 5
11606.19

Starring_
Steve Weller as CO_Ayidee, and Producer
Dawn Freeman as OPS_Cmdr_Nash
Topper Loghry as CTO_LT_Q`ten
Zach Farland as CNS_Ens_Daniels
Pablo Delsoglio as CIV_Capt_Marek
Absent
None
Ship's Log, Stardate 11606.19, Captain Tio Ayidee recording.  The Away Team continues to try and gain entry into the outpost, The ship continues to try and track down just who it is we are dealing with.  So far, neither side is having much success.

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CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CIV: Is it safe to enter?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: You can go in first.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@::On Bridge, continuing to try and find some lead as to who makes this team up and how they got so far undercover.::  OPS: What if we stop the back door and try to pick the front door's lock?  You should be able to link with the outpost's computer, right?  Maybe they have some word there?

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: Of course I can, at least I'll be quiet about it.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: Shut up, I feel bad enough as it is.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
@CO:  I can try an attempt.  ::tries to link with the outpost’s system.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@::Starts pulling up some old acquaintances, seeing how many are still in Starfleet and if any might have the ability to sort through this mess.::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Slowly moves forward to enter the outpost.::

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CTO: ::fumbling with the opening codes: Sir, it seems the access was locked with a maximum security encryption code.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CIV: Can you figure it out?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@Self: Berlin, not reachable.  Jeth'had, retired.  Mertank, she might have access.  If she cares to answer the inquiry...

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
@::flinging her initial attempt::  CO:  I can link with the computer system but it's password protected.  I'll keep trying to use my expertise in gaining access.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@OPS: Keep at it.  If you need my access let me know.  Guessing this is more encrypted than classified though.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CTO: I am actually working on it., Lieutenant... ::taps rapidly on his tricorder:: I'm afraid it will take some time... It's strange... this type of encryption is only used in the most sensitive facilities of Starfleet or the Federation.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
@CO: Aye.  ::continues her attempts to crack the encryption codes.::

ACTION: The Away Team hears the fight between the two natives starting to wind down and grow less violent.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CIV: Will you be able to get us in quietly, or should I try the more direct approach?  ::points his Phaser at the door controls::

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CTO: I wouldn't recommend that... Wait a minute. Let's see... this fractal decoding sequence should do it...

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CIV: Okay so the more direct approach won't be an option any time soon.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CTO: I was able to deblock the locks on the access... disabling internal security systems now...  I will ask you to scan inside as I open the door... with this type of security it would be logic to think that booby traps could be placed.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::readies his tricorder::

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
All: Ok... opening the access in 5...

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Draws Phaser::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Begins scanning as the door slowly opens::

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
<Native one> ::Resting from the fight... ok.. was a good one mate... now we should pack and go home...

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@OPS: Keep at it.  I'm working a few old contacts.  Unfortunately the early stages of my career has limited how many contacts I have available.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
@CO: Will do.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
All: Opening sequence complete

ACTION: The door opens, and within moments a beeping sound rings out followed by a voice requesting "Access Code Required".  The noise carries through the door and out into the surrounding woods.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
<Native 2> Native 1: Did you hear that? ::points towards the hill:: It comes from the phantom's hill...

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
All: For the Vulcan Gods' sake! What was wrong with this people? Illogically paranoid on what regards to security measures... ::taps on his tricorder::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO/CIV: Well, that's going to draw a crowd.  Turn it off.  Maybe we should step inside and close the door.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
All: Disabling secondary protocols now...

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
All: Again, secondary protocols are encrypted with the same level.. working on them now...

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
<Native 1> ::grabs his flintlock weapon and stands up:: We better check on that.. imaging if we figured out the phantom's hill mysterious events?  We would be rich... ::follow me:: runs through the path towards the outpost location::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: I agree, get inside, Phasers on stun.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
<Native 2> ::runs after his partner::

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
All: Ok.. this sound torturing alarm should be cleared now... doors will take a moment to close...

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS/CIV: Watch for any curious locals, they had to have heard this.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Steps inside the outpost hatchway:: CTO/CIV: We have to close that door after us.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: Mister Marek is working on it.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
@CO:  These codes are really giving my knowledge a real workout.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@OPS: This entire mission is doing that at all stages it seems.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
@CO:  Evidently.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
<Native 1> ::arrives over the hill, just in the exact moment when the alarm is disabled, and the doors begins to close after the team, camouflaging again as the environment surrounding it::

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
All: And done. All security measures have been disabled... I hope... ::raises an eyebrow:: ...

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CIV: I hope too.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
<Native 2> Native 1: Did you see what i just saw? ... ::backs a bit and falls to the ground heavily on his buttocks::

INFO: Once the door closes, the outpost lights come on.  There are several computer terminals about, all powered down.  Climate controls and the station camouflage system are the only things that are obviously on here.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Takes out tricorder and scans for life signs::  CTO/CIV: Now that we're inside, we may be able to get some helpful scans.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@OPS: I have put a feeler out to an old contact with some pretty deep contacts.  Well, deep is one word for it, but I am hoping she might be able to give me a few answers.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
@CO:  Good to know.  Still working on them blasted codes. ::failing at trying to show her frustration at the difficulty she is having.::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
*Cherokee*: Cherokee, this is LT Q'ten, do you copy?
Cherokee, can you hear us?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@COM: CTO: We copy Lieutenant, go ahead.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Blows a sigh of relief:: COM: We have arrived inside the outpost. We nearly ran into a group of locals along the way, but managed to avoid them.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
All: Checking on the status of all outpost systems... ::moves towards the control room::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
COM: Sir, they were digging up the mineral in question, despite the fact that they are not supposed to be aware of it. There has definitely been some cultural contamination, but we are currently unaware of the extent of that contamination.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
<Native 1> Native 2: I guess you were right.. they were spirits after all... we better get out of here ... ::starts running down the hill followed by his partner::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@*CTO*: That is not good news, but it is also not a surprise.  Any luck finding the missing...research team?

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
*CO*: Not yet sir.  We're just now starting to get into the computer systems to try and determine what is going on.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
*CO*: Apparently the natives consider this vicinity to be "haunted". It sounds as if they something, or someone is here, but they just don't what.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@*CTO*: Understood.  Commander Nash is trying to access their systems from this side also.  Do you need any additional manpower?

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
*CO*: I would advise against any further people at this time sir. We just barely managed to avoid making contact with the locals.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::notices all the systems are in perfect shape, but disabled or with deleted data banks::

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::starts turning on them all one by one::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@*CTO*: Understood, but once you clear that station out we should be able to Transport directly into the outpost.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CNS: I think we are dealing with an illogical mystery here... ::smirks::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
*CO*: Aye sir, we'll get right on it, shouldn't take too long as it's not a very large installation.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Still scanning:: CTO/CIV: Wouldn't you think we could detect their life signs on the tricorder once inside?

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: Assuming that they are actually here.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CNS: Indeed... And so far.. no traces of anyone of those... Smiths...

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: Let's you and I have a look around 

ACTION: The main control room is right inside the door from the outside.  There are four doors leading off of the control room.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
All: All systems are up and running... but they are empty. Only processing data is still stored in the memory banks... the rest of the information is gone.

ACTION: As the systems come online, the natives can be seen looking about close to where the door is, at about the edge of the camouflage field.  They appear to be examining the ground, but keep looking about nervously.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: If the Smiths aren't here then, who knows, maybe they've blended in with the locals some how.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CNS: A logical assumption... But assuming on this case would be futile... ::hits a service tube with his big phony ears::

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
All: I guess you would need to be born with them to know how to control such bix appendix on the side of your head.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CIV: Obviously the Smiths don't want anyone to know what's happening.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
<Native 1 and 2> ::hiding behind a big boulder... their heart pounding fast... the one with the gun has the weapon ready to fire::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS/CIV: Let's have a look around. ::heads over to one of the doors..::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Begins to explore the rest of the outpost, starting with crew quarters::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@::Receives a message stating "will look into request", no name attached but obviously from Mertank.::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Enters one of the 'bedrooms' and looks around, through the closet, going through dresser drawers, peeking under the bed, etc.::

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
<Native 2> Native 1: We should go down the mountain and get some help...

ACTION: The living quarters are very disheveled compare to the rest of the outpost.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Not finding anything, steps back out into the control room and notices the scene on the view screens::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO: What a mess.  It looks like someone else has searched this room before we got here.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS/CIV: Ahh, gentlemen, I believe we have a problem.

ACTION: There are no signs of the missing team inside the outpost, nor any message on where they went.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CNS: What is that that he's carrying?  ::pointing out the weapon that one is carrying::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
@::still hitting roadblocks in trying to get through the encryption codes.::

ACTION:: A PADD can be seen poking out from underneath a fallen storage box.  Most of the screen is damaged and unreadable but it does appear to be operating otherwise.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CTO/CIV: No one is here.  What?  ::Looks at what CTO is talking about:: CTO: I don't know, a musket or a primitive weapon called a gun?

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CNS: I believe you are correct... ::spots something on the ground:: What's that?
::bends over and pick the damaged PADD::
All: I believe I found something here...

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