USS Pandora Mission Transcript - 11308.16

Starring:

CO_Capt_Adams's identity: ~CO_Capt_A@odn-4676E84A.woh.res.rr.com
SCD_LtCmdr_Walker's identity: ~gbrinkman@3210E0A3.2EC2CAB3.731FA81B.IP
CEO_Lt_Jankara’s identity: ~EO_Lt_Jan@odn-20FCFF61.lightspeed.frokca.sbcglobal.net
CMO_Lt_Marisol's identity: OutThere@3210E0A3.2EC2CAB3.731FA81B.IP
CSO_LtJG_Trix's identity: ~DO_LtJG_T@odn-F6405F17.bflony.fios.verizon.net
DO_Ens_Williams's identity: ~MO_Ens_Wi@odn-9E9B8258.ngn.east.myfairpoint.net
FCO_Lt_Jinx's identity: ~FCO_Lt_Ji@odn-8A259808.home3.cgocable.net
TO_ENS_Sampson's identity: ~Topper@odn-22B9DE1F.hsd1.wa.comcast.net

Previously on the USS Pandora:

The ship is currently in grey mode, creeping up on the readings of a fleet of small ships whose power signatures match those of the attackers that destroyed DS-102. It isn't clear yet if they are the actual attackers, but the crew of the Pandora is not taking chances.

What will happen next? Let's find out.

Host SCD_LtCmdr_Walker says:
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Host SCD_LtCmdr_Walker says:
::of Bridge in his chair to the right of the CO::
FCO_Lt_Jinx says:
:: at the helm, still monitoring the Pandora's heading ::
CSO_LtJG_Trix says:
::On Bridge, monitoring the probes as they move in and, if calculations prove true, get caught in orbit of the gas giant.::
Host CO_Capt_Adams says:
CSO: Have we obtained any information from any of that debris we hauled aboard?
CMO_Lt_Marisol says:
::in the lounge having dinner::
Host CO_Capt_Adams says:
::thinking that given this much time, they must have at least figured out something, anything::
DO_Ens_Williams says:
::Takes a deep breath, ready to explain herself.:: CO: Well Sir, No one has really tried to contact this species before. During an attack, yes, but not before one. We're not here to exact revenge on our starbase, but to explore. Caution is good, but avoiding a fight is even better.
CSO_LtJG_Trix says:
CO: Nothing definitive, Captain. The material doesn't appear to be capable of blocking our scans like this, but whether that is because it is not in "working form" or because they have some sort of a cloak is still up for debate.
CMO_Lt_Marisol says:
::finishes dinner and takes her tray to the recycler:: Self: That's better...
Host CO_Capt_Adams says:
CSO: That's disappointing. I was hoping for more given the resources we have aboard this ship.
CSO_LtJG_Trix says:
CO: And for the record, and for what it's worth, Ensign Williams and I are in complete agreement on that.
Host CO_Capt_Adams says:
DO: In your opinion, do we have enough to communicate with them without provoking them, since they seem to be quite aggressive towards those not of their own species
CSO_LtJG_Trix says:
CO: I do not believe it is a matter of resources as much as it is a matter of the debris did not have the data we needed. We know what makes up the hull fragments down to a molecular level.
DO_Ens_Williams says:
CO: The Klingons were too when we first came into contact with them. So were the Romulans. Is this truly anything new?
Host CO_Capt_Adams says:
CSO: and yet, nothing?
CMO_Lt_Marisol says:
::leaves the lounge and walks the short distance to the lift:: Computer: Bridge
FCO_Lt_Jinx says:
CO: Sir, perhaps we should concentrate on that debris we brought aboard? That might yield information.
CSO_LtJG_Trix says:
CO: Their first experience with the Federation was seeing us rescue survivors of the last stand of their mortal enemies. The debris... I think we're missing something. Just guessing on what it is but correct, nothing we can use.
Host CO_Capt_Adams says:
DO: Yes, Ensign, that is why I elected to not go charging in weapons blazing..... We have been "in the wrong" before, and I do not want to repeat that. If these are two halves of the same species, they are welcome to continue attempting to destroy themselves.
Host CO_Capt_Adams says:
DO: but, when the attack one of our own, with no other provocation that we offered aid to someone in need, they will come to understand that we will not take kindly to that sort of action
DO_Ens_Williams says:
CO: And if these are two halves of the same species, then the language will be very similar and the Universal Translator will pick that up.
Host CO_Capt_Adams says:
FCO: Yes, Lieutenant, I hope they are already doing that ::looks over to the CSO with that question still coming out of his lips::
DO_Ens_Williams says:
CO: I'm just trying to understand if we're here on a vengeance mission or trying to come into full contact with a new species. I'm not saying not to defend ourselves, but are we even trying to contact them?
Host CO_Capt_Adams says:
DO: Agreed, but is there enough data for the translator to work adequately?
Host CO_Capt_Adams says:
DO: But in truth, a little of both
CEO_Lt_Jankara says:
::pulls her feet off of her desk and stands up to stretch::
Host SCD_LtCmdr_Walker says:
::listens to the conversation between the DO, CSO, and CO::
CSO_LtJG_Trix says:
CO: Analysis continues on the debris. And if we don't have enough for the translator to work, we won't get enough unless we hear their language used. Easiest way to do that, as far as I know, is to try and talk to them.
DO_Ens_Williams says:
CO: I'm trying to see this from their perspective. If they know that these are probes being sent, it could be seen as hostile. Using our experience from the past, sneaking around them isn't going to make them feel comfortable in their dealings with us.
TO_ENS_Sampson says:
::Standing by to power weapons on the COs command::
Host CO_Capt_Adams says:
DO: It's the most passive way to learn more at this point.
Host CO_Capt_Adams says:
DO: Barging through their front door could be seen as being more aggressive... not sure at this point which way will work out in the end
Host CO_Capt_Adams says:
CSO: Any data coming in from those three probes yet?
CMO_Lt_Marisol says:
::enters the Bridge and find her seat on the Bridge::
CSO_LtJG_Trix says:
CO: What if we try a less direct way of getting them to communicate? I mean the Universal Translator doesn't care who they are talking to as long as we can "hear" the words. What if the station started active scanning the system? Make them check with command for instructions perhaps?
CEO_Lt_Jankara says:
::steps back into Engineering from her office::
DO_Ens_Williams says:
::Takes a deep breath.:: CO: With all due respect,  Sir. Vengeance, even a little, shouldn't be on the Captain's mind. ::Looks at the CSO before looking back:: Or even attempt to listen in. We're back here almost planning an assault from the looks of things here.
Host CO_Capt_Adams says:
CSO: Let's see that incoming data, then go more active with sensors
Host CO_Capt_Adams says:
DO: Noted Ensign, with all due respect, I'll keep your counsel in mind
DO_Ens_Williams says:
::Nods and takes her queue to silence herself. She gives a look of thanks to the CSO before returning to her console.::
FCO_Lt_Jinx says:
:: makes an adjustment on the console ::
CSO_LtJG_Trix says:
CO: Scans indicate the vessels are very similar to the ones that attacked Deep Space 102. There is apparent battle damage on several of the vessels. Impossible to confirm that the damage corresponds to hits from our battle but I think it is a high degree of probability.
Host CO_Capt_Adams says:
DO: Old earth proverb, "Know thine enemy," and until they are not shooting at us, I'll get what info I can before we show up on their front door.
CEO_Lt_Jankara says:
::moves to the pool table and checks the latest reports::
CMO_Lt_Marisol says:
::feels a chill going down her spine:: 
Host CO_Capt_Adams says:
CSO: You can't distinguish the battle damage from their opponents, or from us? Interesting, given the difference in our weapons systems,
CSO_LtJG_Trix says:
CO: Um, actually Sir, I was just going by trying to find scans from the battle and see if I could correlate the damage. Let me see if I can identify it from the scans we have as Federation phaser damage.
DO_Ens_Williams says:
CO: Perhaps, but another one states, "Peace cannot be achieved through violence, only through understanding."
TO_ENS_Sampson says:
CO: Sir, if I may. They either don't know we're here, in which case our sudden appearance may shock them into doing something drastic, or they know we we’re here and are simply ignoring our presence. Wouldn't hailing them let us know one way or the other?
Host CO_Capt_Adams says:
::chuckles at the DO:: DO: and another Ensign, "Speak softly, but carry a big stick." :: trying to disguise his smile."
CEO_Lt_Jankara says:
::finds everything in order and turns to leave Engineering::
TO_ENS_Sampson says:
CO: For all we know they're just watching us to see what we'll do, or they're waiting for re-enforcements.
CSO_LtJG_Trix says:
CO: Sorry Captain, scans from the probes don't give enough data on the damage. Not without going to active, and then they would know for certain they are not asteroids or comets drifting in.
DO_Ens_Williams says:
::Smiles lightly and without missing a beat:: CO: "An Eye for an Eye only makes the world go blind."
Host CO_Capt_Adams says:
FCO: ETA to actually entering the system?
CSO_LtJG_Trix says:
TO: I've been scanning the area for any signs of subspace communications. If they call for help we should be able to detect it. And get the Universal Translator something to work on. I hope.
Host CO_Capt_Adams says:
DO: Okay, you win, at least this round..... but as for what we do, that's on me.
FCO_Lt_Jinx says:
CO:  Sir, we are 12 minutes to system boundary.
CSO_LtJG_Trix says:
CO/ DO: Don't forget "It's no use being on the right path if you aren't moving". And we are making progress at least.
DO_Ens_Williams says:
::Nods:: CO: Of course,  Sir.
TO_ENS_Sampson says:
CSO: If they are awaiting re-enforcements, there would be no need for them to call for help.
TO_ENS_Sampson says:
CO: Either way Sir, we should let them know that we're not going to simply wait for them to strike again.
Host CO_Capt_Adams says:
ALL: In twelve minutes, we contact the ships around that giant. Leave the probes "iced" for the time being. Shields up and weapons on the ready.
Host CO_Capt_Adams says:
DO/CSO: I want that translator ready to go with what it has. We are going to let them know where here, that we know they are there, and we would like to parley with them before we get 'too close.'
CMO_Lt_Marisol says:
::looks at the viewscreen...nods:: CO: Understood, Captain.
CSO_LtJG_Trix says:
TO: Oh sure, spoil my day. ::Grins.:: On the bright side, coordinating multiple ships requires communications. Blast, not if they are telepaths.
DO_Ens_Williams says:
::Nods::
CSO_LtJG_Trix says:
CO: Yes Captain. We have the ch'Tan language ready, although using the language of their enemies may be risky at this time.
DO_Ens_Williams says:
::Looks over:: CSO: Telepaths? You think it's a possibility?
CSO_LtJG_Trix says:
DO: I have nothing to base that on. It is what you would call a "worst case scenario". And would explain why we have thus far not detected any intra ship communications during previous encounters.
Host CO_Capt_Adams says:
FCO: In ten minutes, tighten that circular path, more directly towards our friends over there ::points thataway:: but also give me a way out, safely and quickly
DO_Ens_Williams says:
::Nods:: CSO: I see...
TO_ENS_Sampson says:
::Signals weapons crews to ready all weapons and standby::
FCO_Lt_Jinx says:
CO: Understood Captain, Exit route will be ready.
Host CO_Capt_Adams says:
FCO: give me a countdown, by the minute
FCO_Lt_Jinx says:
CO: Aye Sir, countdown proceeding....11 minutes
Host CO_Capt_Adams says:
FCO: Prepare to open a hailing channel to them, all frequencies
CSO_LtJG_Trix says:
CO: Captain, the moon the ships are orbiting. It has something on it, a small station. Maybe an outpost? But I don't think this planet was chosen by random.
Host CO_Capt_Adams says:
CSO: Class of moon? Is it habitable?
FCO_Lt_Jinx says:
CO: System is 3 minutes, hailing frequencies standing by.
TO_ENS_Sampson says:
CO: Weapons at the ready Sir
FCO_Lt_Jinx says:
:: taps the com panel and readies it ::
CSO_LtJG_Trix says:
CO: It appears to be lacking atmosphere. Facility is built air tight, able to withstand lack of pressure.
FCO_Lt_Jinx says:
CO: Captain, we have reached the system. Opening hailing frequencies. :: taps the console ::
TO_ENS_Sampson says:
::Checks shield status::
DO_Ens_Williams says:
::Mentally readies herself.::
CSO_LtJG_Trix says:
*Clark*: We are about to initiate contact. If you're SEFI is going to get anything, now's a prime time for it.
CMO_Lt_Marisol says:
::holds her breath hoping that they aren't attacked like DS-102 was::
FCO_Lt_Jinx says:
CO:  Sir, channels are open. :: looks back at the Captain ::
TO_ENS_Sampson says:
::Holding his hand hovering over the weapons firing controls, hoping he won't have to use them:: Self: At least if they do decide to attack we'll be ready for them this time
CSO_LtJG_Trix says:
<Clark> *CSO*: Ready on this end, boss. Err, Lieutenant.
Host SCD_LtCmdr_Walker says:
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