Star Trek: A Call To Duty

USS Scimitar NCC-80826 - SD 10212.02

Starring:

Martijn Lemmen 	as	[CO] Commander Brian Black

Chris Gibson		as	[XO] Lieutenant Commander Kaimana Xia

Greg Diduszko		as	[TO] Ensign K’Nargh
Chris Esterhuyse 	as 	[CMO] Lieutenant Commander Varesh
Ruth Holbrook 		as 	[CNS] Ensign Doran tr’Loris
Sam Hung		as	[OPS] Lieutenant Walter Taylor
Adam Morecroft		as	[CIV] Ensign Kalen Croft
Kevin Norton		as	[MO] Lieutenant, Junior Grade Jau Hixxan
Aoibhe O’Sullivan	as	[CSO] Lieutenant Commander Keshir Suder
Brendan Ringenoldus	as	[FCO] Lieutenant, Junior Grade John Exeter
Peter Saunders 		as 	[CTO] Lieutenant Aun’To Mesme

Nick Beckwith		as	USS Scimitar Ship Manager

Guest Starring:

Dana Tran                         as	[NPC] Stronghorn
Dylan Moss		as	[NPC] DeLindt

Additional Disclaimer

All action scenes in this episode where sponsored by Lucas Arts Incorporated

Host SM_Nick says:
"Best Before, Part Two"
Host SM_Nick says:
<<<<<<<Resume>>>>>>.
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
::walks into the shuttle bay, and looks for the rest of the team::
SO_Ens_DeLindt says:
::On the bridge, working on three projects simultaneously. ::
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
::with the XO, stepping into shuttle:: *SO*: how're those buoys doing?
EO_Ens_Stronghorn says:
::In shuttlebay preparing to board the runabout::
XO_LtCmdr_Xia says:
::Standing in the Shuttle Bay, she makes her way to the port entrance of the Runabout. She slowly steps inside, keeping the hatch open behind her so that any other members of the team can freely enter. Making her way to the small command center, she surveys the different consoles powered up and smiles::
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
::sees them enter the shuttle and quickly walks over, takes a glance around and enters the craft::
SO_Ens_DeLindt says:
::pause for a split second, while he looks for the correct read-out.:: *CSO*: They should be ready for deployment in about 90 seconds Ma'am.
FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
::makes note that this runabout is gonna get crowded::
EO_Ens_Stronghorn says:
::Enters the runabout with his tools all packed and ready::
Host CO_Cmdr_Black says:
::on the bridge of the Scimitar, glancing at the CTO then back at the SO as he states at the viewscreen and taps his commbadge::  *XO*: How are the preparations going, Commander...?
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
@ ::nods with satisfaction:: *SO*: OK, tell me as soon as they are. Suder out ::turns to XO: two minutes ma'am...
SO_Ens_DeLindt says:
*CSO*: Will do.  DeLindt Out.
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
::looks at those already in the runabout and spots Xia:: XO: Reporting as requested, Commander.
XO_LtCmdr_Xia says:
::She nods to Suder and taps her comm. badge upon hearing Black voice:: *CO*: Nearly complete, Commander. We are nearly prepared for lift off. ::She nods to those entering the Runabout and motions to the stations:: ALL: All, please take your positions, and prepare for immediately departure.
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
@ ::smiles and nods to CMO::
SO_Ens_DeLindt says:
*CSO*: Buoys ready for deployment Ma'am.
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
::takes a seat and rummages through the medkit for the phaser to put on his person:: XO: Medical ready.
FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
::checks the impulse drive once again:: XO: ready when you are.
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
*SO*: Deploy. inform me when they're in position and operational.
EO_Ens_Stronghorn says:
XO: Engineering ready, sir.
CTO_Lt_Mesme says:
::sat at tactical thinking this is a really bad idea, monitoring the soon to be departed away team::
Host CO_Cmdr_Black says:
*XO*: Understood, keep an open comm. link at all times and be sure to report in every 15 minutes. Will do our best to dig up some information on the freighter from up here... good luck Commander...
FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
::grinning and waiting for the XO to give the order::
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
::tucks the med kit she insisted on bringing under her feet a little more::
XO_LtCmdr_Xia says:
::Taking her seat next to the conn officer, she registers as each of the officers check in:: FCO: Lieutenant, request launch clearance, and prepare for full thruster power. EO: Ensign, ensure that the Engineering Teams have completed the modifications, and are clear of the flight deck.
SO_Ens_DeLindt says:
*CSO*: Aye Ma'am.
FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
XO Aye ::pushes a few buttons:: *Bridge*: This is Exeter, requesting launching clearance.
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
XO: Don't enter the nebula till science has cleared, ma'am...
EO_Ens_Stronghorn says:
XO: All teams report upgrades complete and flight deck is clear.
XO_LtCmdr_Xia says:
::Accessing her control panel, she opens the Shuttle Bay doors, preparing for their launched:: CSO: Understood, and anticipated, Commander...
CTO_Lt_Mesme says:
::runs through the database looking for reports of lost ships in the surrounding sectors:: CO: Always the explorers
SO_Ens_DeLindt says:
*CSO*: The Buoys are in position and energized.
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
::sits back in the chair, leaning his head against the bulkhead::
Host CO_Cmdr_Black says:
*FCO*: Permission granted, safe journey...
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
*SO*: acknowledged, DeLindt, thank you...
XO_LtCmdr_Xia says:
EO: Very good, Ensign. ::As she hears Blacks words, she nods to Exeter and increases power to the engines:: FCO: At your discretion, Mr. Exeter...
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
XO: Commander. Enter the nebula when you're ready.
FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
*CO*:Like we are coming back in one piece ::grins, starts on launching procedure and sets the runabout on autopilot::
Host CO_Cmdr_Black says:
::smiles::  CTO: Indeed Lieutenant, we have to do something...  ::grins as he looks at the viewscreen and taps a few buttons to bring up the shuttle on visual sensors::
Host CO_Cmdr_Black says:
*FCO*: If not, Lieutenant...the shuttle repairs will come out your paycheck...
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
All: And we're off...
Host SM_Nick says:
ACTION: The shuttle is booted out of the bay.
XO_LtCmdr_Xia says:
@::She begins monitoring their system status, as they clear the U.S.S. Scimitar's hull:: CSO: Status of the buoys, Commander Suder?
CTO_Lt_Mesme says:
::gets the AT very securely locked on the tactical sensors::
FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
@*CO*: thank god this ain't a shuttle :;grins and kills the comm., and sets course for the Nebula::
EO_Ens_Stronghorn says:
@Self: I hate smaller ships.
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
@ ::settles herself firmly in her seat:: XO; deployed, positioned and energized, ma'am. I recommend you keep them as equidistant from the ship as possible...
XO_LtCmdr_Xia says:
@CSO: Understood...FCO: Make note of that please, Lieutenant Exeter. ::She turns to look back at the Medic and Engineer and smiles:: CMO/EO: Ready Commander, Ensign? You have your orders and know what to do...
FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
@XO: Course laid in for the piece of junk, awaiting order
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@::watches the rest of the away team, frowning a little as his gaze moves over Xia::
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@XO: Aye, Commander.
EO_Ens_Stronghorn says:
@XO: Aye sir.  I know what to do.
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
@ ::glances up at CMO, sees his expression, looks quizzical, turns to look at XO and back at CMO::
XO_LtCmdr_Xia says:
@FCO: Proceed Lieutenant, 1/4 impulse power...CSO: Commander Suder, keep a sensor lock on that vessel, and please inform us of any change in its status...
Host Taq`Fan says:
::enters the bridge again, as mysteriously as ever::
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@::shakes his head at Kesh, and looks towards the front of the runabout::
CTO_Lt_Mesme says:
CO: How did he make it through the academy? Sir, how do we intend to get our people out if something should go wrong, short of sending in the Scimitar I cannot see many other possibilities
EO_Ens_Stronghorn says:
@XO: Do you really think that thing is going to be salvageable?
FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
@XO: Aye, 1/4 Impulse at current course ::pushes the impulse button and sits back::
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
@ XO: Aiy ma'am ::raises an eyebrow at CMO for a second before returning to her work::
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@~~~CSO: Something I thought I picked up, but I could be wrong.~~~
XO_LtCmdr_Xia says:
@EO: Doubtful Ensign. Chances are raiders have scavenged it many times in the past. It is my intention to find out whomever it belongs to...and what happened to it...
Host CO_Cmdr_Black says:
::turns to the CTO::  CTO: Well, I was hoping for other alternatives since it will be tricky if the situation arises...
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
@ ::nods without looking back at CMO:: ~~~CMO: I'll keep an look out too, but you're much more likely to pick something up than I am...~~~
CTO_Lt_Mesme says:
::turns and gives Taq'Fan a friendly smile::
EO_Ens_Stronghorn says:
@XO: Good luck.  I work miracles in engineering, not on derelicts.
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@::smiles slightly:: ~~~CSO: Finally admitting I'm stronger than you are?~~~
SO_Ens_DeLindt says:
::Absorbed as he is in work, notes Taq'Fan's presence::
Host CO_Cmdr_Black says:
::sees Taq'Fan and stands from his chair walks towards him, giving him a confident nod::  Taq'Fan: Ambassador, it has been a while since I saw you on the bridge, nothing wrong I hope...?
Host Taq`Fan says:
::looking out at the derelict vessel::  CO: No.  Not yet.
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
@ ::scoffs silently:: ~~~CMO: give me five minutes and you’d be putty... ~~~ ::smirks and reads over her scans of the freighter again::
XO_LtCmdr_Xia says:
@EO: I am sure you'll rise to the challenge, Ensign. ::She smiles slightly and continues to monitor their status:: FCO: Lieutenant, our ETA, please?
CTO_Lt_Mesme says:
CO: Well I wouldn’t want to risk beaming them out, and I’m not sure if a tractor beam could established for a long period of time, given the composition of the nebula
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@::chuckles:: ~~~CSO: In your wildest dreams perhaps.~~~
FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
@::looks at his console:: XO: Suggest you get your team ready ETA is 2 minutes, I repeat two minutes.
CTO_Lt_Mesme says:
::turns to the ambassador:: Taq'fan: Your not "expecting" anything to go wrong, are you?
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
@ ::sighs:: ~~~CMO: yea, you gotta stop broadcasting your dreams so often...it's getting tiring!~~~
Host Taq`Fan says:
::still staring hard at the viewscreen::  CTO: I do not know.
SO_Ens_DeLindt says:
::Peers at Taq'Fan, gets worried. ::
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@::almost laughs out loud:: ~~~CSO: You're the only one that can pick them up... and its all intentional.~~~
XO_LtCmdr_Xia says:
@::She nods to Exeter and rises from her station, locking down the controls:: FCO: Understood, thank you, Lieutenant. ALL: You heard the man, get ready...CSO: Commander, can we determine if there is a breathable Class-M atmosphere over there?
Host CO_Cmdr_Black says:
::nods::  Taq'Fan: Good to hear that... ::moves onto the CTO::  CTO: True...but if we could modify the tractor beam to cut through the interference at a high enough power level we could be able to give them enough of a push to let them drift out of the nebulae by themselves...
EO_Ens_Stronghorn says:
@::Rechecks his equipment one last time before docking with the freighter::
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
@ ~~~CMO: Shush, stop distracting me, I’m very busy and important~~~
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
@ XO: scanning, ma'am... ::taps a few important looking buttons::
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@::checks his equipment:: ~~~CSO: Yes, oh great one! I'm not worthy! Just don't land up in my sickbay... I might give you to an intern.~~~
CTO_Lt_Mesme says:
CO: The only problem being the particle density of the nebula is going to slow them down a lot, and drifting out may just not be fast enough...
SO_Ens_DeLindt says:
::Scans the nebula again, just in case. ::
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
@::looks up, ignoring CMO on the outside:: XO; we have m-class, commander...a bit on the stale side, though...
Host Taq`Fan says:
CO: I also believe that this will be the last you see of your Away team, Captain  ::heads for the turbolift::
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@::smiles to himself and glances at Xia again, another frown creasing his brow:: XO: Commander, after this mission, I'd like you to come see me.
Host CO_Cmdr_Black says:
CTO: True, Lieutenant...  ::glances at Taq'Fan::  Taq'Fan: Pardon, Ambassador...?
CTO_Lt_Mesme says:
::looks up at Taq'Fan:: Taq'Fan: Sorry?
FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
@::looks at the team packing up:: XO: You did remember to bring some armament, I have three rifles in here if ay need them?
XO_LtCmdr_Xia says:
@::Checking that she has a phaser, tricorder and wrist light handy, Xia proceeds to the back of the Runabout and returns with a phaser rifle slung over her shoulder:: CSO/CMO: Very good Mr. Suder. Ready, Commanders? ::She nods to Varesh's comment, but does not address it::
Host Taq`Fan says:
CO/CTO: Do not expect to see your Away team again.  I believe they may be in grave danger.  ::the doors close on the ambassador::
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@::quickly touches his weapons again:: FCO: I'll take one of those rifles...
SO_Ens_DeLindt says:
::Scans again, with extra care this time::
XO_LtCmdr_Xia says:
@::Smiling, she taps the weapon strap on her shoulder:: FCO: We come prepared Lieutenant...inform the Scimitar that we've arrived at our destination...
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@XO: Aye, ready.
FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
@CMO: In there ::points at the compartment for long distance::
CTO_Lt_Mesme says:
::looks at the CO:: CO: He is really vague isn’t he ::turns to his console:: sir, I've lost contact with the away team
Host CO_Cmdr_Black says:
::glances at the CTO and grumbles::  Self: Darn it...always the same thing with this guy...  CTO: Sheesh, our Ambassador sure knows how to raise moral onboard....
EO_Ens_Stronghorn says:
@::Awaits the order to bail out and start his work::
SO_Ens_DeLindt says:
*CSO*: Be careful Ma'am....  I can’t get a reputation for losing Chiefs.
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
@ ::rechecks her phaser power level is at max, nods with satisfaction that it is and stands up::
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@::nods at Exeter, goes to the locker and takes out the rifle, checks the power charge and settings and slings it over his shoulder:: FCO: Thanks.
FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
@::tries to hail the Scimi:: XO: Comm. is down ::looks at his console trying a different way::
Host CO_Cmdr_Black says:
CTO: How do you mean, lost contact...? ::walks to the CTO's duty station::
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
@ ::nabs her med kit as an after thought::
SO_Ens_DeLindt says:
::Gets no response.  Is worried. ::
CTO_Lt_Mesme says:
::tries to re-establish communications with the AT:: CO: We have lost comm.’s with them
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@::raises an eyebrow:: CSO: Perhaps one of us should have stayed there as "comm. panel". ::looks at her, knowing she hates being that as much as he::
XO_LtCmdr_Xia says:
@FCO: Understood...do your best to re-establish comms. CSO: Commander, could we use the buoys to relay a comm. transmission to the Scimitar?
FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
@CMO: could fly one of you back to the Scimi?
EO_Ens_Stronghorn says:
@::Wonders what is happening:: XO: Need me to look at the comm. system, sir?
XO_LtCmdr_Xia says:
@EO: Yes, please do Ensign. However I fear it may be due to interference...
SO_Ens_DeLindt says:
::Scans the nebula, looking for a reason for the COMM outage.::
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
@ ::frowns at CMO, knowing he's right, but annoyed she didn't think of it sooner:: XO: hmm. gimme a second. ::turns, frowning and sits down, one leg under her at the science station and begins tinkering::
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@FCO: I could, if needed, but I'd prefer not to.
EO_Ens_Stronghorn says:
@::Moves up by the FCO and runs a few simple diagnostics:: XO: Your guess is correct, but the interference shouldn't have spiked like that normally.
XO_LtCmdr_Xia says:
@EO: Does it appear to be naturally forming, or as a result of our proximity to the alien vessel?
Host CO_Cmdr_Black says:
::walks to the command area::  SO: Ensign, analysis why we lost comm. contact...?
FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
@CMO: Understood, Just take care out there will ya ::grins::
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@FCO: I will... who else can patch you up if needs be? ::smiles back at him::
EO_Ens_Stronghorn says:
@XO: Possible, but the way it spiked has me worried.  It should have grown gradually and not spiked like this.
SO_Ens_DeLindt says:
CO: Scanning now, Sir.  Just the static from the nebula Sir.
XO_LtCmdr_Xia says:
@::She sighs at the inconvenience of losing communications at such a critical time:: CSO: I'd prefer to get in and out of this situation as quickly as possible. See what you can do to cut through the interference. Work with Ensign Stronghorn.
FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
@::laughs at the CMO's comments:: CMO: that's true, doc :;smiles::
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@XO: So you and I are going to snoop around a bit? Or do we sit tight for now?
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
@ ::looks up:: XO: yessir, think I’m on to something though. should know either way pretty fast.
Host Taq`Fan says:
The freighter is also bait for a fresh batch
CTO_Lt_Mesme says:
::sat looking puzzled and slightly anxious:: Self: not another one...
Host CO_Cmdr_Black says:
::grumbles::  SO: I will need a decent explanation here, Ensign...continue scans...
Host CO_Cmdr_Black says:
CTO: Prepare another shuttle in the shuttlebay and work on that tractor beam alternative...
SO_Ens_DeLindt says:
::Looks at the CO:: CO: Aye Sir.
FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
@XO: If I hope I'm right I may have a way of sending a message
XO_LtCmdr_Xia says:
@CSO: Understood...keep working...::She sighs and goes to over to an extra console, motioning Varesh over:: CMO: We're stuck here for now, Commander. I'd prefer to limit splitting up the team until we know what's going on.
CTO_Lt_Mesme says:
CO: Aye sir... ::signals for the shuttle bay to prepare a ship and begins making the necessary alterations to the tractor array::
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@::moves closer to Xia:: XO: Sound thinking.
Host CO_Cmdr_Black says:
::walks onto the command area and studies the nebulae::  Self: I hate nebulae's...always the same thing...
XO_LtCmdr_Xia says:
@::Looking up, she nods to Exeter:: FCO: Let's hear it Lieutenant...::She leans against the console, trying not to look annoyed at their present predicament::
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@::sits down:: XO: If you don't mind, I'll try and take a mental tour, see what I can sense.
FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
@XO: We could fire a torpedo, but without the charge a message
SO_Ens_DeLindt says:
CO: I may a have a method of communication, Sir...  If you give me a second.  ::Sets up a signal light to flash "Do you read this?" to the shuttle. ::
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
@ ::contacts the nearest buoy to their current position and sees if she can get enough bandwidth to send an audio communication::
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@::closes his eyes, and extends his senses towards the freighter::
XO_LtCmdr_Xia says:
@CMO: Feel free...but keep me informed every step of the way...understood? ::She turns to Exeter and shakes her head:: FCO: We only have micro-torpedoes aboard, Lieutenant, it may not work...
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
@ ::quietly:: Self: yes! ::sees if she can extent that connection through the nearest buoy to the second nearest::
FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
::Listens to the XO, then notices a light flash:: Self: can you read this???
Host CO_Cmdr_Black says:
::nods::  SO: Very well, Ensign...please elaborate...
SO_Ens_DeLindt says:
::Hopes for a response from someone on the Runabout ::
EO_Ens_Stronghorn says:
@::Continues to try and find the reason for the spiked interference::
SO_Ens_DeLindt says:
CO: I am currently blinking a morse code signal to them...  no we wait and see if any of them notice it.
CTO_Lt_Mesme says:
::turns his attention to the SO for a moment::
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@::frowns to himself as he senses nothing, and extends his range a bit more::
FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
@XO: I think the Scimi send a message, my Morse is a bit rust but they sent out 'can your read this'
Host CO_Cmdr_Black says:
SO: Good idea...
SO_Ens_DeLindt says:
::Notices the CTO's look and glares back. ::
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
@ ::gets a shiver down her spine with V being so telepathically forceful, concentrates on her work::
XO_LtCmdr_Xia says:
@::Not noticing the flashes of light, she hopes that her team is successful in making contact with the Scimitar, and quickly:: EO: Anything on the cause of this, Ensign? ::She moves over to him and checks his progress::
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
@ manages to extend the signal further, but needs to strengthen it more::
CTO_Lt_Mesme says:
::runs back the sensor logs to see exactly when and why the interference started, gives the SO a warm smile::
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@::vaguely aware of Kesh's reaction, but pushes it to the back of his mind. He speaks up, his voice a bit strange:: XO: I sense nothing...
XO_LtCmdr_Xia says:
@FCO: Lieutenant, attempt to use the same process of light to inform the Scimitar of our status. Also, prepare to dock - I want to get this over with.
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
@ ::shivers again:: XO; I think I have I, Commander. ::doesn't look up::
EO_Ens_Stronghorn says:
@XO: It appears to be nothing more than static discharge from the nebula, sir.
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@::opens his eyes and looks around the runabout::
FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
@::Sends a Message using the same way to the Scimi 'we ain't blind, duh, sending report in a second'::
XO_LtCmdr_Xia says:
@::Tapping the doctor on the shoulder to support him, she nods to him:: CMO: Thank you Doctor, it was worth a shot...now, we move...::She smiles:: ALL: Get ready, we're going in...
SO_Ens_DeLindt says:
CO: I have a response from the Runabout sir.  Sanitized, it says they read our signal and are sending a report.
EO_Ens_Stronghorn says:
@::Turns and grabs his tool vest preparing to be the last one off the runabout::
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@::looks at Xia, and blinks:: XO: I try and do my bit. ::shakes himself physically and mentally and gathers his stuff::
Host Taq`Fan says:
ACTION: The ship finally docks after the Away team spent too much time fanning about because of their misplaced paranoia in the god of their universe.....
Host CO_Cmdr_Black says:
::still waiting patiently as he hears the SO::  SO: Excellent...
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
@ ::tries to contact the Scimitar:: COMM: Scimi: This is the runabout Fredrick, please come in...
FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
@::Sends in a short report  'nebula acting up on comm. Docked with freighter continuing missing, will report more if we know more, Away team out::
XO_LtCmdr_Xia says:
@::Pulling out her tricorder, and activating her wrist light, Xia heads towards the airlock. Once the sound of the completed dock echoes over the Runabout's hull, she taps in several commands to open the main blast doors::
SO_Ens_DeLindt says:
CO: Sir, they have docked and will report when they know more.
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@::follows Xia, and brings his rifle to the ready, no matter that he didn't sense anything::
Host CO_Cmdr_Black says:
::nods::  SO: Very well, tell them that we are standing by for their updates...
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
@ ::looks up:: XO; want me to stay here and keep trying, ma'am?
Host Taq`Fan says:
ACTION: The doors open.  The air is stale, the corridors dark and gloomy.
SO_Ens_DeLindt says:
::Sends the signal to the Runabout Frederick. ::
CTO_Lt_Mesme says:
::walks over to the SO:: SO: Okay, that interference is caused by them moving through the nebula's particles right? Could we configure some probes to sit in the nebula and generate gravimetric fields to thin out some of those particles?
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@::gives a sneeze at the stale air:: XO: Cheerful place, huh?
SO_Ens_DeLindt says:
CTO: It is possible, but it could have unforeseen effects.  Such as killing all of us.
XO_LtCmdr_Xia says:
@CSO: I'd prefer you with us. Do what you can, and then come on...::She nods:: CMO: Quite...welcoming...::She raises his light, trying to get a clear view of the airlock::
Host Taq`Fan says:
ACTION: And, yes, there's cobwebs.  Just to shut Peter up.
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
@ ::nods, and turns to her console::
SO_Ens_DeLindt says:
CTO, CO: I am reading a sharp increase in Varion Particles.
EO_Ens_Stronghorn says:
@::Is tempted to cover his face from the stale air::
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@::lights the way with the rifle's light attachment:: XO:
SO_Ens_DeLindt says:
CO: A Subspace tear is forming just aft of the Freighter, Sir.  Recommend Red Alert.
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@XO: Do we have to go in?
Host Taq`Fan says:
ACTION: A huge black cloud appears behind the freighter
CTO_Lt_Mesme says:
::listens to the SO and makes his way, very rapidly for the tactical console::
SO_Ens_DeLindt says:
::Informs the runabout of the rift. ::
XO_LtCmdr_Xia says:
@CMO: Yes, Commander...we do...::She takes her first few steps into the freighter, looking about and taking scans::
Host CO_Cmdr_Black says:
CTO: Red Alert...  SO: Varion Particles...?
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@::grips rifle with one hand, and scans with tricorder in the other::
FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
@::Looking at the Nebula and notices lighting changes on the other side of the freighter::
CTO_Lt_Mesme says:
CO: red alert aye sir ::sets the ship to red alert, keep his eyes glued on the sensor readings::
SO_Ens_DeLindt says:
CO: they interfere with the poloaron matrix of the tetrion field.  They are often found near Subspace rifts.
Host CO_Cmdr_Black says:
SO: Signal the AT to get back immediately...
XO_LtCmdr_Xia says:
@::She continues into the freighter and slows to a halt in one of the corridors:: CMO: I'm detecting Varion Particles, can you confirm?
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@::frowns:: XO: Is your tricorder also picking up strange readings?
SO_Ens_DeLindt says:
::Signals:: CO: Aye Sir.
Host Taq`Fan says:
ACTION: The hole is large enough to swallow the entire freighter.
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@XO: Aye.... and I don't like it one bit.
XO_LtCmdr_Xia says:
@::Her cheery smile fades and she nods:: CMO: I am, at that...EO: Ensign, double back, head back to the Runabout...move...
FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
@::his eyes widen at the last message::*XO*: Scimitar is calling us back, report back, I repeat Report back!!!
Host CO_Cmdr_Black says:
CTO: Lieutenant, slave helm control and bring us in as close as possible...
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@::turns and heads for the runabout at a run::
EO_Ens_Stronghorn says:
@XO: Heading back now sir.
Host CO_Cmdr_Black says:
CTO: Without entering the nebulae mind you... I want to get the AT back onboard as soon as possible...  ::looks at the black cloud on the viewscreen::
Host Taq`Fan says:
::enters the bridge again, this time a little more anxiously than his past visits this episode::
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
@::stands up and heads for the runabout's exit, calls out to the XO:: XO; Commander. we have orders. get back immediately...!
CTO_Lt_Mesme says:
CO: Sir, it’s not a good idea to get too close to subspace rifts ::slaves helm control and moves the ship closer to the nebula::
XO_LtCmdr_Xia says:
@::Her voice is calm, however inside she is frantic and shaking. Her mind begins to recall what accompanies such particles, and she turns on her heels and runs, her arms moving at a fast pace, filling the corridor with light as the flashlight bobs up and down::
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
@ ~~~CMO: Back to the runabout NOW, V~~~
Host Taq`Fan says:
ACTION: The freighter starts to shimmer
SO_Ens_DeLindt says:
::Attempts to modify the Deflector dish to shield the ship from the Subspace rift.::
FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
@::makes ready to depart::*ALL*:Get moving, now!!!!!!!!
EO_Ens_Stronghorn says:
@::Reenters the runabout just behind the Dr.::
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@~~~CSO: We're coming!~~~ ::runs into the runabout::
Host Taq`Fan says:
ACTION: The freighter's image becomes fainter and fainter
XO_LtCmdr_Xia says:
@*FCO*: Prepare to disembark once we are aboard and head away at impulse power...::She continues to run, right on Varesh's heels::
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
@ ::slips into the conn seat and gets runabout ready for departure::
Host CO_Cmdr_Black says:
CTO: Noted... keep us at the closest safe distance...
FCO_LtJG_Exeter says:
@*XO*:No Time! leaving in a split second!!!!!!
CSO_LtCmdr_Suder says:
@ Everyone: we all in? ::doesn't look back::
XO_LtCmdr_Xia says:
@::As she runs into the hatch, she slams her hand on the control console to seals the hatch and reaches out for Commander Varesh’s assistance::
CMO_LtCmdr_Varesh says:
@::turns and pulls Xia into the runabout::
Host Taq`Fan says:
ACTION: The Runabout and the freighter disappear
CTO_Lt_Mesme says:
CO: They are gone sir
SO_Ens_DeLindt says:
CO: Sir, I have lost the Freighter and the Runabout.  They've.... gone.
Host CO_Cmdr_Black says:
::blinks as he sees the runabout disappear::  Self: Oh god...  SO: I can see that...
Host Taq`Fan says:
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Star Trek: A Call To Duty - USS Scimitar
Season 1, Episode 29  (Mission #211)
“Best Before” Part 2

Original Air Date: 10212.02
Executive Producer Nick Beckwith
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