USS Pandora Mission Transcript 11406.20

USS Pandora Cast of Characters

CO	Captain John J Adams	Bob Baldwin		
SC	Captain Satok Z Marek	Pablo Delsaglio		
XO	Commander Gaeb	Gabriel Marceau		
DO	VACANT			
FCO	VACANT			
2O	VACANT			
OPS	Lieutenant Xara Xetani	Julie Léger		
CTO	Lieutenant D’ghor Rustazh	Gilles Léger		
TO	VACANT			
CSO	Lieutenant (jg.) Vertan Trix	Steven Weller		
SO	VACANT			
CEO	VACANT			
EO	VACANT			
CMO	Lieutenant Commander Anita Marie Santiago	Arlene McIntyre	LOA	
MO	VACANT			
CNS	VACANT			

USS Pandora 11406.20

The Pandora has now detected radio wave signals from two systems in fairly close proximity, and has begun the effort to figure out what they can about the beings who have sent them.

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CO_Capt_Adams :
:: returning to the Bridge after taking a brief break ::
CO_Capt_Adams :
:: looks to XO :: XO: Report?
OPS_Lt_Xetani :
:: waits on the XO to update the CO before she shows him the images ::
CTO_Lt_D`Ghor :
:: standing at tactical like the statue he is ::
SC_Capt_Marek :
:: on the Bridge, talking with the rest of the Senior Staff and analyzing the possible course of action regarding the new discovered civilization ::
CTO_Lt_D`Ghor :
:: grunts while staring at the sensor data ::
SC_Capt_Marek :
CTO: Everything fine, Lieutenant?
CSO_LtJG_Trix :
:: Starts tuning sensors to scan the 2nd signal source. ::
CTO_Lt_D`Ghor :
:: looks up to Marek :: SC: I am.... ....irritated Sir. We have two sources of radio signals and I wish to be in two places at once.
CO_Capt_Adams :
:: makes his way over to the XO :: XO: Commander, are you alright?
OPS_Lt_Xetani :
:: looks around at the XO ::
SC_Capt_Marek :
CTO: That would be .. almost impossible ... :: raises an eyebrow :: Anyway, take a deep breath, and take your time to see what valid information you can extract from those emissions...
XO_Cmdr_Gaeb :
CO: Hum? Oh Sir! sorry...
OPS_Lt_Xetani :
:: fingers poised above her console, ready to bring up the images ::
CSO_LtJG_Trix :
CTO: While the system needs assistance, I don't think we need to rush too much. "On its last legs" means a lot longer time frame in star life than most living things.
CO_Capt_Adams :
XO: Report! :: saying it a little more demonstratively ::
CTO_Lt_D`Ghor :
:: looks at Marek as if he had just announced that the air contained oxygen :: SC: Of course Sir. I will attempt not to voice my displeasure as much, but I will ALWAYS do my duty efficiently.
SC_Capt_Marek :
CTO: I am sure about it, but sometimes it is best to take it more... easily ...
SC_Capt_Marek :
:: nods at the CTO ::
XO_Cmdr_Gaeb :
CO: The inhabitants of this system are apparently aware that they sun has a limited time left, but we still don't know how they could hope to escape it death and survive.
CO_Capt_Adams :
XO/CSO: Do we know how much time they have yet?
XO_Cmdr_Gaeb :
CO: We have also detected a lot of radio chatter, Lieutenant Xetani can tell you more on that topic.
CSO_LtJG_Trix :
CO: Sorry, hard to put an exact time table on it, but I'd say within a few decades at most the system we're headed for will be...if not actually swallowed up by a stellar expansion at least the planet will be uninhabitable.
CTO_Lt_D`Ghor :
:: raises both eyebrows at Marek :: SC: Klingons do not do..... easily.... .Sir. We do things loudly.... but efficiently.
OPS_Lt_Xetani :
:: taps her console :: CO: As you can see here, we retrieved some electromagnetic images and sound bites.
CO_Capt_Adams :
CSO/OPS: Any idea where they fall on the scale of civilization? Are they warp capable, or close?
OPS_Lt_Xetani :
CO: The first set is some hexapedial insectoids.
CTO_Lt_D`Ghor :
CO: They have a vessel under construction in orbit and it contains the equivalent of our dilithium crystals and anti-matter. Difficult to estimate a construction estimate at this distance
CSO_LtJG_Trix :
CO: They appear to be close, some of our scans show what appears to be dilithium, and some show power reactions that could be antimatter powered. This could fuel warp engines, obviously.
OPS_Lt_Xetani :
CO: We have been able to translate their language and found that they are trying to build something called "The Arc".
SC_Capt_Marek :
CTO: Of course, a very different approach from the one adopted by my culture... But remember, as much as Starfleet embraces different Cosmo visions, there are certain parameters an Officer is expected to behave within. Having said that, please continue with your excellent work.
CTO_Lt_D`Ghor :
:: nods to Marek ::
OPS_Lt_Xetani :
CO: The second set of signals is from the second system that is two light years out from the system we are heading for.

OPS_Lt_Xetani :
:: brings up the grainy images :: CO: These are bipedal and amphibious. We are unable to translate the language at the moment.
SC_Capt_Marek :
::overhears the OPS mentioning the Arc::
XO_Cmdr_Gaeb :
OPS: Are they addressed to anyone in this system or we are just picking up emissions that left that system over there?

ACTION: The new image comes up, less clear than the earlier ones. It is of a bipedal being, smooth skin that appears to glisten. This one is standing before a crowd, speaking to them.

OPS_Lt_Xetani :
XO: It depends on your point of view Commander.
CTO_Lt_D`Ghor :
:: looks up to Xetani :: OPS And the content of the message?
OPS_Lt_Xetani :
XO: They are transmission that left the system, and they could be interpreted as a call for help in that they are talking about the project.
CSO_LtJG_Trix :
XO: Radio waves are used by most developing cultures to communicate and pass information. Many worlds look for these kinds of signals, broadcasts meant for one world travelling through the void.
SC_Capt_Marek :
CO/XO/OPS: In my opinion, I think it is vital to be able to fully comprehend their language... Many of our questions would be almost immediately answered.
XO_Cmdr_Gaeb :
CSO: I know, I just figured that these two systems could have either been communicating to each other or the group over there could have been from an advanced colonization party
CO_Capt_Adams :
SC: I completely agree ::looks to OPS and CSO:: OPS/CSO: Top priority
OPS_Lt_Xetani :
CTO: As I said Lieutenant, they contain information about their dying sun and the project called "The Arc".
CO_Capt_Adams :
All: Anyone know how soon we'll be getting there.
CSO_LtJG_Trix :
::Nods.:: XO: Would be slow communications, but would be able to be done.
CTO_Lt_D`Ghor :
XO: The closer we are to the system, the quicker the communication.
FCO_Ens_Wrng_Way :
CO: One day at current speed Sir.
OPS_Lt_Xetani :
:: looks up from her console :: CO: Sir! I have a partial translation of the second language.
SC_Capt_Marek :
:: walks closer towards the OPS console ::
CO_Capt_Adams :
:: thinks we need to use that time to gather more information rather than get there sooner without it ::
CO_Capt_Adams :
OPS: Please share...
OPS_Lt_Xetani :
CO: It says, "from those we are now hearing from across the void".
XO_Cmdr_Gaeb :
CSO: I was thinking that maybe they sent a colony ship a few years ago, you know, at sub-light speed, to see if they could find a suitable planet to move too
CSO_LtJG_Trix :
All: So they seem to know about each other. That... I don't know. Does it make it easier or more complicated?
CO_Capt_Adams :
All: Can we tell if they are both the same species from these images?
CTO_Lt_D`Ghor :
CO/XO: Negative Sir, the second signal is a completely different species. :: looks to OPS ::
OPS_Lt_Xetani :
CO: No Sir. Not the same species.
OPS_Lt_Xetani :
CO: As I said, the first are hexapedial insectoids and the second are bipedal amphibians.
CSO_LtJG_Trix :
All: I concur; there are very, very few examples of multiple intelligent species growing up together. Possible, but not a common thing.
CO_Capt_Adams :
OPS: Ah, yes, that's right..... didn't catch the "bipedal" part though.
CTO_Lt_D`Ghor :
:: mumbles something about "Let's hope those frogs don't eat flies” ::
CSO_LtJG_Trix :
CO: Long range scans on the further planet shows a very rich planet in terms of resources. Plenty of water, forests covering large portions of the world. They seem to have had less need for technology and are progressing far slower than the closer world.
OPS_Lt_Xetani :
CO: We have every linguist on the ship working on this along with the Universal Translator to get as much information as we can.
CO_Capt_Adams :
CSO: But if this first star goes, obviously, it'll take its planets, so with only two light-years separation; it'll affect this second system as well, won't it?
CSO_LtJG_Trix :
CO: If it went nova, certainly. But if it went from yellow to red, that expansion would be limited in range.
OPS_Lt_Xetani :
CO: As Lieutenant Trix said, the second world is less technologically inclined, but they are attempting to communicate with the insectoids.
CTO_Lt_D`Ghor :
CSO: So it is only expanding and not a nova risk?
CSO_LtJG_Trix :
CTO: Yes Sir. Running out of hydrogen and entering the red stage according to scans.
SC_Capt_Marek :
OPS: So the key is to find about what they are saying, or at least trying to say to the insectoids
CO_Capt_Adams :
OPS: We've got less than a day to get them both figured out....
OPS_Lt_Xetani :
SC: Actually, we have translated some of it. It appears the amphibians are trying to introduce themselves.
SC_Capt_Marek :
OPS: Interesting if it is a peaceful attempt of communication...
CTO_Lt_D`Ghor :
::frowns:: CO: Captain... we have two civilizations attempting to communicate with each other... I am uncertain how the Prime Directive applies with us in this particular instance. The directive was done by lawyers not Klingons.
OPS_Lt_Xetani :
SC: That remains to be seen. We haven't recovered any official response to the amphibians transmission.
CSO_LtJG_Trix :
CTO: I think it was done by legislators, wasn't it?
OPS_Lt_Xetani :
SC: It appears peaceful from the view of the amphibians.
CTO_Lt_D`Ghor :
:: grunts :: CSO: True... legislators who have not logged a single star hour I presume.

CSO_LtJG_Trix :
CTO: Not saying it's better... just different.
SC_Capt_Marek :
OPS: Then I hope the insectoid receive that transmission with a peaceful spirit too...
CO_Capt_Adams :
CTO: The Prime Directive is there as a guide, a very serious guide, and if they're warp capable, we make contact, if not, we let them go their separate ways......
OPS_Lt_Xetani :
SC: So do I Captain, so do I.
CSO_LtJG_Trix :
CO: What about the fact that they know they aren't alone? Does that alter things any?
CO_Capt_Adams :
CTO: And, if this is a peaceful exchange, we definitely need to not get in the middle of it..... and if not peaceful, we definitely need to stay the heck out of it....
CO_Capt_Adams :
CTO: That clear things up a bit?
CTO_Lt_D`Ghor :
CO: Sir... I am detecting more movement in orbit. A very large vessel is docking with the orbiting stations. The station is where I have detected the initial anti-matter reactions.
OPS_Lt_Xetani :
CO: They may very well have that vessel ready for launch before we arrive.
CO_Capt_Adams :
OPS/CTO: That adds to the sticky wicket
SC_Capt_Marek :
CO: I have to agree on your analysis on the Prime Directive. As long as they are not warp capable civilizations, and they do not pose a threat for the Federation... we can merely observe
CTO_Lt_D`Ghor :
:: grunts :: CO: It makes sense Sir. It is a very irritating Directive, it seems correct.... in theory. In practical terms.... I am uncertain.
OPS_Lt_Xetani :
CO: If they are ready for launch, we can most definitely intervene, if not, we must remain out of site.
CO_Capt_Adams :
SC: Sadly, yes. clear as pure water..... 
CTO: reality always seem to mess up theory, doesn't it?
CTO_Lt_D`Ghor :
:: grunts :: CO: Indeed Captain.... Indeed.
SC_Capt_Marek :
CO: However what is not clear regarding the application of the Prime Directive is the case when a non-warp capable civilization is in the verge of annihilation... then I consider it turns into a matter of moral debate.
CO_Capt_Adams :
SC: It's a good thing we're not in the Federation, then. And, our mission is to explore this sector of space, learn what we can...... so, the Prime Directive is going to get a little murky out here......
CSO_LtJG_Trix :
All: But is it still in effect if they know they are not alone in the universe? Whether they are as close to Warp as it appears or not, they know life exists outside of their star system.
SC_Capt_Marek :
CO: I see :: raises an eyebrow :: well in that case... the Prime Directive has room to be "logically" interpreted...
CO_Capt_Adams :
CSO: All these things go into this brain of mine, and hopefully, a sensible outcome is derived.
CSO_LtJG_Trix :
:: Shrugs. :: CO: Not meaning to cast a vote either way. Just a new take on it not given much thought in the Academy.
CO_Capt_Adams :
CSO: Out here, we are going to run in to a lot of permutations of what the Directive gives only a smidgen of guidance.... But, above all things, we need to make sure whatever we do, does not end up biting us all in the rear.
CSO_LtJG_Trix :
CO: May I ask Sir, exactly where are we looking to go? Edge of the system? Find a place to hide closer in? Not a lot of data on how good their detection systems are.
CTO_Lt_D`Ghor :
:: frowns and looks behind at his back ::
OPS_Lt_Xetani :
Self: No kidding.
CTO_Lt_D`Ghor :
:: raises eyebrows :: Self: A new human idiom.
CO_Capt_Adams :
CSO: That's why I want to know what they're saying to each other, and needing to know how advanced they are.... We need to find a moon to hide behind. :: especially since we don't have a cloaking device readily available ::
CTO_Lt_D`Ghor :
CO: Our shields can hide us from primitive radar Sir. But not from visual identification.
CO_Capt_Adams :
CTO: Be all the more observant of any of their spacecraft flitting about.
CSO_LtJG_Trix :
All: Plenty of moons and asteroids in system, but need to be careful. They have spread a good way out from their home world with their satellites and sub light vessels.
CO_Capt_Adams :
All: We need to find a good one then.
CSO_LtJG_Trix :
CO: Have 3 good choices, sending coordinates to the helm. ::Forwards to FCO the choices.::
CTO_Lt_D`Ghor :
CO: Sir I suggest we move forward and gather more data and hope we have reasons to intervene. I am reluctant to watch a civilization die.
CO_Capt_Adams :
CTO: We've still got about 22 hours ahead of us, or so....
FCO_Ens_Wrng_Way :
CTO: Received coordinates. CO: I can easily plot a safe course.
CO_Capt_Adams :
FCO: Make it so...
FCO_Ens_Wrng_Way :
CO: Aye Sir.

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