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 U.S.S. Claymore
						
 Mission Transcript

 Stardate 10506.14

Episode – 211

   Sector 920

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OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
:: at OPS staring blankly at her console ::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Sitting on a stool in front of the work counter in the weapon's lab, running tests and making notes on a PADD::
SO_LtJg_Love says:
:: On the bridge, at her station, quietly perusing the data base.::
 FCO_Ensign_Crashalot says:
::quietly monitors systems as the ship flies at warp 6::

ACTION: Claymore is on course for sector 920 at warp 6 and the CO has retired to the ready room for crew evaluations.

SO_LtJg_Love says:
:: Pulls up the system and narrows it down to include the neighboring systems.::
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
:: pulls in the probe's signal and cleans it up before setting up a database, and sending it on to Chey ::
 FCO_Ensign_Crashalot says:
OPS:  ::whispers:: Hey, shouldn't you be in the big chair?  ::sticks a thumb over his shoulder in the direction of the CO's seat::
SO_LtJg_Love says:
:: Checks to see if there have been any major experiments in astrophysics lately.::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Gets up from the stool and walks over to a wall cabinet.  Taps her code into the keypad and opens the cabinet.  Rummages around moving items from one side to the other before pulling out a small box.  Takes the box back to the work counter and sits down::
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
:: nods to the FCO reluctantly taking the command chair ::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Opens the box and dumps the contents onto a tray::
 FCO_Ensign_Crashalot says:
::mumbles under his breath::  Yup, thought so::
SO_LtJg_Love says:
:: Mumbles to herself.::  Well... that rules that out...
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
:: slaves over OPS functions to the command chair, watching the view screen as the stars stream by ::
 FCO_Ensign_Crashalot says:
OPS: I'll slave OPS to my console since I'm not doin' much anyway.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Grips a pair of tweezers and begins sorting the items on the tray::
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
:: releases OPS functions to the FCO with a sigh ::
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
:: Sitting at her bridge station::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Finds the correct part on the tray and inserts it into the prototype device.  Places the tweezers back onto the instrument tray then holds the device at eye level, checking her work carefully::
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
SO: Ar-re you able to ascer-rtain anything fr-rom the pr-robes signal?
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Takes the device into the testing area and places it on a small table.  Throws the switch on the device and stands back a few steps to wait for the holo image to appear::
 FCO_Ensign_Crashalot says:
OPS: Since I know you're gonna ask, our ETA at warp 6 is 6.2 hours.
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
:: Nods to the FCO amused by his enthusiasm ::
SO_LtJg_Love says:
:: With a sigh, spins the chair around.::  OPS:  Nope, nada, zip, zilch, non... and any other languages you wish to add in.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Watches as a large holo image of a ship forms.  Grabs her tricorder and takes some readings::
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
::running diagnostics on all ships engineering functions::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
Self: Hmmm..... ::Waves the tricorder around the image and device::
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
:: sees frustration on Chey's face :: SO: Per-rhaps when we get closer-r.
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
:: wonders what the Counselor is up to ::
SO_LtJg_Love says:
:: Nods::  OPS:  I would suggest sending in a few probes for more data before we get too close.
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
CEO: Do you have any infor-rmation on this type of pr-robe? Any chance it is malfunctioning?
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Puts the tricorder on the work counter then walks into the test area and picks up device.  Deactivates the device then walks back to the work counter:: Self: Okay, wrong chip!  ::Starts opening up the chip compartment on the device::
 FCO_Ensign_Crashalot says:
CEO: I'm showing a 3% power loss on the starboard reaction thruster.  If'n I need to make a quick course change at sublight, I'm gonna need that 3%.
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
CEO: That is something I have been wondering myself.
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
FCO: Understood working on it now.
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
SO: Pr-repar-re them Lieutenant, what do you suggest we use?
SO_LtJg_Love says:
OPS:  The probe was a simple surveillance probe... not a scientific one.  Hence so little data... well, useful to me kind that is.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Walks over to a wall locker and enters her code into the keypad.  Opens the locker and pulls out the iso chip container and returns to the work counter::
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
*Engineering*: I am losing 3% on the starboard thruster what is the problem?
SO_LtJg_Love says:
OPS:  Hmmm... let me see what we have available at the moment.  :: Spins back around.::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Grips the tweezers and shuffles the chips around in the container, trying to find the right one::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
Self: Ahh...here it is!  ::Grips the iso chip and carefully inserts it into the prototype device::
SO_LtJg_Love says:
Hmmm... OPS:  I would suggest using a Class II Probe: Short-range astronomical.  Capable of analyzing EM radiation, interstellar chemistry and subspace fields and a Class IV Probe: Used to perform close observations of stars and other high-energy phenomena.
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
SO: Why not a class V probe?
SO_LtJg_Love says:
CEO:  Because there are no planets in the system to be landing on.
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
:: listens to the banter ::
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
SO: It can be modified.
SO_LtJg_Love says:
CEO:  But there would not be any reason too...  The other two probes will do nicely.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Seals the prototype then walks back into the testing area and activates the device.  Grabs her tricorder and waits for the holo image to appear::
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
SO: Ok you know the probes and their workings.
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
:: turns to look at the RR door wondering what fate the crew will endure as a result of the recent covert mission on Tucker's planet ::
SO_LtJg_Love says:
:: Looks over at Commander Chaser.::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Watches as the device activates and a large holo image of a dozen male exotic dancers appear before her.  Eyes widen::
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
SO: Make the pr-robes r-ready as you see fit, Lieutenant.
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
::walks to the SO::  SO: I heard from Deer yesterday.  She told me about what happened.  She is very deeply concerned of your fate and that of the XO's.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Stands there looking at the image, a bit shocked at first but a small grin forms:: Self: Well, you're not soldiers, but I'm getting closer!  ::Takes some tricorder readings and hums a little song::
SO_LtJg_Love says:
OPS:  Aye, ma'am.  I will be down in the science lab.  I would suggest sending them out when we are about 10 AU's out.
SO_LtJg_Love says:
:: Looks up::  CEO:  Tell her not to worry... we will work things out.  While it does not justify the means, the fact we were right, will help us out some.
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
SO: Aye.  FCO: Please notify the SO when we ar-re 10 AU out.
 FCO_Ensign_Crashalot says:
OPS: You got it.
SO_LtJg_Love says:
:: Puts her station on hold and stands.::
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
:: leans back in the chair her feet a long way from the floor ::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Deactivates the device and takes it back to the work counter:: Self: Reminder to self: Don't buy cheap iso chips from Ferengi run shops.  ::Pulls the iso chip out of the device and shuffles through the other chips in the container::
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
SO: Well she is still thinking that she ran out on you and the XO and I keep telling her not to worry but she is stubborn.
 
ACTION: A communication comes in on the distress channel.

SO_LtJg_Love says:
CEO:  She did not... she was simply following orders... in both incidents.  ::With a nod, heads for the turbolift.::
 FCO_Ensign_Crashalot says:
OPS: ::quickly alert, sits up in his chair:: Sir, distress cal coming in.  Audio only.
SO_LtJg_Love says:
:: As the doors close.::  Computer, auxiliary science.
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
FCO: Play it, please.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Pulls another iso chip from the container and carefully inserts it into the device.  Takes the device to the testing area and activates it.  Grabs her tricorder and waits for the holo image to appear::
 FCO_Ensign_Crashalot says:
::presses the play button::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Watches as a huge image of Starfleet Marines fill the test area.  Smiles wide:: Self: Okay, now we're gettin' somewhere!  ::Waves her tricorder at the image and device taking readings::
SO_LtJg_Love says:
:: As the lift stops, she steps off and heads down the hall, her mind elsewhere... with both Alex and Kayle off ship, it seemed... empty.::
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
:: listens thinking about calling the CO to the bridge ::
SO_LtJg_Love says:
:: With a deep sigh, she enters the empty lab and heads for the back storage lockers.::

COMM<distress call>: To anyone that can hear me, this is Domar of the freighter, Glether, we are experiencing engine difficulties and request assistance

ACTION: The message repeats over ad over.

OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
FCO: Hail them.
SO_LtJg_Love says:
:: Opening it up, she identifies the probes she wants, placing a tag on them.::
 FCO_Ensign_Crashalot says:
OPS: No response.
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
::turns her head to listen to the distress call::
SO_LtJg_Love says:
*Engineering*:  I am having two probes beamed to you to be prepared for deploy.
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
FCO: Tr-race the tr-ransponder-r signal.
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
<Engineering> *SO*: Understood, sir.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
Holo-Image: Company, dismissed! ::Deactivates the device and walks back to the work counter::
 FCO_Ensign_Crashalot says:
OPS: The signal originates from bearing 451 mark3, about 2 LY out.
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
:: ponders a long moment ::
SO_LtJg_Love says:
:: Sends the order to the transporter chief and waits a moment as they dematerialize out of the locker.::
SO_LtJg_Love says:
:: Closed the doors, locking them, then heads for the lab replicator.::
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
FCO:  Change cour-rse and inter-rcept that ship, let's see if we can help.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Sets the prototype device on top of the work counter then picks up her tricorder and replays the scans.  Makes notes on her PADD as a smile forms across her face:: Self: This little gem will come in handy!
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
:: notifies the CO via text message of the current situation ::
FCO_Ensign_Crashalot says:
OPS: Aye, Cat-ain.  Changing course.  We'll be there in five minutes
SO_LtJg_Love says:
:: Orders some hot tea, then takes it over to one of the stations and sits down.::
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
<Engineering> *SO*: Probes arrived and we are working on them now according to your specifications.
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
*SO*: R-repor-rt to the br-ridge, we have a situation.
SO_LtJg_Love says:
*Engineering*:  Thank you...
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
<Engineering> *SO*: Any time sir.
SO_LtJg_Love says:
*OPS*:  Aye ma'am... on my way.  :: Puts the tea into the disposal unit and heads out.::
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
:: raises a yellow alert , nodding to the TO at TAC::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Puts the device into her tactical bag....just in case.  Begins cleaning up her work counter and contemplating her next prototype::
SO_LtJg_Love says:
:: Steps into the turbolift as the ship goes to yellow alert::  Computer, bridge...
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
TO: Monitor-r the ar-rea for hostiles ::
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
<TO>: Aye, Commander.
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
OPS: Yellow alert now through out the ship.  Engineering is now at yellow condition 2.
SO_LtJg_Love says:
:: As the lift stops, she steps off::  OPS:  Commander?
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Looks up and notices the ship has gone to yellow alert status:: Self: Now what?

ACTION: The long range sensors detect the distressed vessel.

SO_LtJg_Love says:
:: Noting the lights flashing on her console, steps quickly over to it.::  OPS:  I am reading a vessel on the LRS'.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Taps her COM badge:: *Bridge*: Commander Ryan to the Bridge.  What's going on?
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
CEO: Ver-ry well, please take all t-transpor-rters quantum and pr-repar-e to take on passengers.
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
*CIV*: Commander-r we have ship on sensor-s.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
*OPS*: Has it been identified?
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
OPS: Understood, sir.
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
::begins to reconfigure the cargo transporters to accept human bio readings::
SO_LtJg_Love says:
OPS:  Reading a Bolian freighter... quite large.  Its crew is a composite of Bolians, humans and I am reading a few Vulcans.  Their engines are offline.  Their life support system is barely sustaining them.
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
*CIV*: In distr-ress, please r-repor-rt to the br-ridge.
 FCO_Ensign_Crashalot says:
OPS: Slowing to impulse now that we're here.
SO_LtJg_Love says:
:: As they get closer, she reads the SRS.::  OPS:  I am not picking up any obvious external damage to the ship.
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
SO: Must be internal.
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
FCO: take us to 40,000 km for possible tr-ranpor-rt.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
*OPS*: On my way.  ::Drops everything and walks out of the weapons lab to the turbolift.  Taps the control pad and as the doors open, steps in:: TL: Bridge.  ::Tugs on her uniform::
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
OPS: All cargo transporters are now ready for human lifesigns.
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
*Sickbay*: Pr-repar-re for casualties.
SO_LtJg_Love says:
:: As they get closer, she narrows her sensor field for higher definition.::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Steps out of the turbolift onto the Bridge:: OPS: Where do you want me, Commander?  ::Stops short of the tactical station::
SO_LtJg_Love says:
OPS:  42 life forms...
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
:: nods to the CEO::  CEO: See if you can figure out what is wr-rong with that ship.
SO_LtJg_Love says:
OPS:  She is not a young vessel... has a few years on her, somewhere between 50 - 60 years.
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
OPS: Understood sir running scans for any energy readings internally.
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
CIV: TAC please, also pr-epar-re car-rgo bays for tempor-rary living quar-rter-s.
 FCO_Ensign_Crashalot says:
OPS: We're within transporter range.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Nods and walks over to the tactical station.  Taps the console and begins extensive scans on the outer hull of the distressed vessel then alerts the crew to prepare the cargo bay as ordered::
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
FCO: Tr-ry to contact them.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Hears the FCO:: OPS: Recommend holding off on the transport until we positively identify the ship and determine what is going on.
SO_LtJg_Love says:
OPS:  Transponder identifies her as the Glether.  It is registered to a Bolian colony.
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
CIV: Under-rstood.
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
::hearing the words Bolian she looks kind of puzzled::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
OPS: Initial scans show no hull damage.  Have we scanned for a possible biohazard?
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
OPS: Bolian??? What is a Bolian transport ship doing out here?
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
:: stands slowly to her feet, looking questionably at the SO::
SO_LtJg_Love says:
:: Glances over at Chaser to make sure she heard every thing she said.::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Looks over at the SO:: SO: Have you scanned for a possible bio hazard?
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
SO: Bolian, hmmmm.
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
Self: This mission gets more interesting by the moment.
SO_LtJg_Love says:
:: Shrugs::  OPS:  Bolian colony, Bolian freighter, Bolian crew... well a good portion of them.
SO_LtJg_Love says:
CIV:  I have run a full-spectrum scan and have not picked up anything.
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
::still scans for any internal reason for the loss of engines and life support::
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
:: looks again at the ready room door ::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Nods to the SO:: SO: Have we made contact with them?
SO_LtJg_Love says:
CIV:  Ummm... ::Turns to look at OPS:::
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
:: looks at the FCO::
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
CEO: What is the ship's status?  ::Wonders what is going on::
 FCO_Ensign_Crashalot says:
OPS: No response.
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
:: ponders knowing she should contact the Captain::
SO_LtJg_Love says:
:: Does a general scan of their comm system.::
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
CIV: I have no reason for what is happening on that ship.  None of the sensor scans that I run come up with any internal damage for the engines not working nor the reasons for life support to fail.
SO_LtJg_Love says:
OPS:  Nothing to indicate why they are not responding either... their comm system seems to be in order.
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
CIV: If you ask me I am beginning to believe that it might be some sort of ruse or even a possible trap.
OPS_LtCmdr_Chaser says:
:: has a bad feeling :: CIV: Take us to r-red aler-rt.
CIV_LtCmdr_Ryan says:
::Hears the FCO and nods to the CEO:: OPS: We cannot beam aboard unknown persons.  Red Alert, aye.  ::Taps the console and brings the ship to red alert status::
CEO_Lt_B`Renak says:
*Engineering*: Full Red alert condition status 5!

ACTION: Claymore goes to red alert.

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