USS Seleya Mission Transcript 10910.04
Mission Number 574
Lost Dreams VI

DRAMATIS PERSONAE
Lília Perfeito as Captain Alexandra Margarida Gomes (CO – Commanding Officer)
Andrew Cotterly as Lieutenant William Grenth Stradiot (XO – First Officer)
Eldad Ben-Tovim as Commander Maor (CIV – Starfleet Intelligence Specialist) 
Scott Knight as Lieutenant Caelan Alexander Trigger (CEO – Chief of Engineering) EO Wilson
Frank MacArthur as Ensign Frank MacArthur (FCO – Flight command officer) FCO Jenkins
Darren Tyrell as Ensign Rob Morley (CTO – Chief Security Officer)
Karriaunna Scotti as SO Lt Brianna Rose (SO – Science Officer) Tveken, Shjal, Dean Garret, OPS Craig, Sec Dell

Time lapse:  10 minutes

Ship Manager 
Karriaunna Scotti

Last time on the Seleya:

On the planet Edan, two teams from the Seleya search the ruins of what had once been a civilized world.  One team searches below the planet surface in a vast cavern in what may have once been the last bastillion of this world?

The bay doors of the area have opened wide allowing in the weak light of the dying day revealing in essence an underground shipping yard.  Two ships near the distant wall were grounded long ago by a cave-in that did a lot of damage.  Underneath the debris is evidence of many people having been caught and left.  A final burial?  One of the shuttles from the surface is brought below.

There also lie within two ships in various stages of building whose shadowy outline ghosts the area, abandoned, never to be finished… why?  Also revealed is where another ship once sat until fairly recently.  According to Maor, the ships fit the one taken from the Magna Roman's; more proof they are in the right place.  But what happened to the builders?  Where did they go?  Why did they abandon the place?

The captain awaits the arrival of Tveken to help her with the remains while the CEO and Dean Garret follow the Verdj into another section off the main room.  He leads them past rooms designed for various purposes, including what once was a hydroponics room; there is little left beyond equipment and dust.  The room they end up at gives all the appearance of once having been the room for generating and dispersing power.  With the emergency power pack, he is able to activate what he believes is the main console.  It stutters to life.

While the FCO has gone exploring the other segment from the shaft and what was suggested as living quarters, Maor has been able to download some information from one of the alien ships caught in the cave-in and patched it through to the shuttle for deciphering.  Surprisingly, it did not take long as a connection was found with a known culture.

In orbit, the first officer welcomes the ships new CTO, arriving after a longer than expected trip due to a Ferengi freighter taking the scenic route and arriving at Avalon base after they had departed. Along with the bridge crew, they wait curiously for what is happening below and like many others wishing they too were there.  The SO keeps a close eye on things below, especially the weather as it had no pattern and could be vicious.

Captain's log: Stardate 10910.04: We are continuing our investigations on Edan. I believe we are making progress but the puzzle still doesn't allow us to see the full picture.

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SO Lt Rose says:
:: Sitting on the bridge, wondering if she should start to worry about the shifting weather patterns below.::

CO Capt Gomes says:
@::continues scanning the remains at the cave-in while she waits for the Vulcan scientist::

CEO Lt Trigger says:
@::clears some of the dust off the console::

XO Lt Stradiot says:
::Still sitting at his post on the bridge, mulling over the recent events in his head::

Tveken says:
@ :: Making his way across the compound he sees the captain ahead::

FCO Ens MacArthur says:
@::Pulls open to reveal table, chairs a bed...

SO Lt Rose says:
XO:  Sir, there is another storm approaching the area of our people.  It could bypass them, but given this planets reputation for storms...::shrugs::

FCO Ens MacArthur says:
@::Pulls open a door to reveal a table, chairs and a bed

XO Lt Stradiot says:
::Nods:: SO: Thank you. ::Stands up again::

XO Lt Stradiot says:
COM: CO: Be warned, another storm is headed your way. It's pretty unpredictable at the moment, so be prepared.

Dean Garret says:
@::looking over a contraption, he taps a few pipes and then briefly lays his hand along one to quickly pull back.:: CEO: It looks like this place used good old fashion thermal heat.

CO Capt Gomes says:
@::kneels next to the debris, hoping to get a glimpse of the bodies. or at least find a way to excavate them::

FCO Ens MacArthur says:
@::Walking into the room further he shines his wrist light on and picks up a picture of what he thinks is a member of the crew and his family::

SO Lt Rose says:
XO: Sensors are also picking up some debris in orbit on the other side of the planet.

CEO Lt Trigger says:
@::watches what appear to be a power supply meter on the console slowly register a current:: Garret: I think I've got it working, but if you're right it's going to take a while to charge.

CO Capt Gomes says:
@::taps her badge:: COM: USS Seleya :thank you Mr. Stradiot. I think we are fine here underground but contact the final shuttle on the surface and warn them. They should join us here. There is enough space

Tveken says:
@ :: nods and waits for the captain to finish her call.::

FCO Ens MacArthur says:
@::He puts it down and walks back out to the corridor of doors and shines his light into other doors and realizing that despite this environment, the quarters he can see are pretty well kept::

XO Lt Stradiot says:
SO: Debris? Can we get a reading on what it is?

XO Lt Stradiot says:
SO: Or was?

CO Capt Gomes says:
@::notices Tvenken:: Tvenken: Thank you for joining me Dr. Under these debris there appear to be humanoid remains. Perhaps you can help me identify them and why they died

Dean Garret says:
@ CEO:  My concern would be more along the lines, can the pipes hold the pressure.  After all, we are not talking just a few centuries, but a couple of thousands of years.

SO Lt Rose says:
:: shakes her head::  XO: Only that it seems to be the same type of material as the remains of the vessel in the cargo bay.  I am not picking up any power.

CEO Lt Trigger says:
@Garret: Then I suggest we charge it slowly. ::taps at the controls::

Tveken says:
@ CO:  I believe you mean beyond the obvious.  :: slowly walks the area, pausing every now and then to scan it.::

XO Lt Stradiot says:
SO: So, the remains of an early starship then? ::Frowns:: How come we didn't notice this when we first arrived?

CEO Lt Trigger says:
@Garret: At this rate the pipes should hold and we should be fully charged in about half an hour.

CO Capt Gomes says:
@::smiles briefly when she realizes her mistake:: Tvenken: I mean, perhaps we can find out why this cave-in happened and why these bodied were left behind

SO Lt Rose says:
XO:  I said same type of metals... not a starship.  And probably because it is not giving off any power and is relatively small.... about the size of a shuttle.

FCO Ens MacArthur says:
@::Taps combadge:: *CO*: Captain I'm in the other segment and I can confirm this section was crew quarters - unusually the quarters are in good condition

CEO Lt Trigger says:
@::Taps at the console some more to make sure that the rate the pressure is growing is not too much for the pipes::

CO Capt Gomes says:
@*FCO*: Good job Mr. MacArthur. Look for anything that will help us identify their species or why they left this place in such a hurry

XO Lt Stradiot says:
::Nods:: SO: I see...Could this piece of debris possibly help in our investigation? If so, we might want to bring it into the cargo bay, as it's the size of a shuttle.

Tveken says:
@ CO:  To fully answer that question, we would need to do some excavating.  Given the dryness and security of this area, we might actually be able to do so.  As for the cave-in... :: looks around at the walls.::  given the nature of this place and I am sure they made sure it was secure, perhaps something above caused it.

CO Capt Gomes says:
@*All*: Attention everyone. We have a storm warning. I believe we are safe underground but be on the lookout

Tveken says:
@ CO:  I do not see anything to indicate an explosion, but that is not my area.  Perhaps Dean could help you better there.

FCO Ens MacArthur says:
@*CO*: Aye Captain. I can confirm from photographs in one of the quarters that the crew were humanoid, pointed ears and fair skin - they look Vulcan.

SO Lt Rose says:
@ XO:  Meaning, can we go take a look?  :: smiles::  You will not get an argument from me.

CO Capt Gomes says:
@Tvenken: I believe he is with Mr. Trigger. I will contact them. Meanwhile, I have a better idea to extract the bodied. Do you think it’s feasible to just beam them out of there?

XO Lt Stradiot says:
::Smiles:: SO: I do indeed want to take a look.

CO Capt Gomes says:
@::looks at Tvenken as the FCO's com comes through:: FCO: Vulcan? Are you certain? Is there any other evidence in the room?

FCO Ens MacArthur says:
@*CO*: Standby

Tveken says:
@ :: lifts a slanted brow::  CO:  And take away the element of digging, an archaeolgists stock in trade?

CO Capt Gomes says:
@Tvenken: What do you make of this? Could this have been a lost Vulcan colony?

FCO Ens MacArthur says:
@::Returns to the quarters with the photograph and looks round the room::

CEO Lt Trigger says:
@::looks around the room as the power converters continue to charge::

XO Lt Stradiot says:
COM: Surface Shuttle: This is the Seleya. Join the rest of the away team, there's enough space there for everyone.

Tveken says:
@ CO: My people have traveled far and wide across the galaxy, however, all indications are that we originated within our own system.

ACTION:  Security officer Brohman acknowledges the first officers call and gathers together the other scientists as well as those with him.

SO Lt Rose says:
XO:  Sending coordinates to helm now.

XO Lt Stradiot says:
::Nods::

CO Capt Gomes says:
@::nods slowly and taps her badge:: COM: USS Seleya: Seleya this is Gomes. I have something new for you to investigate

XO Lt Stradiot says:
COM: CO: Go ahead, Captain.

Scenery:  Within the engineering section, the sounds of ancient equipment coming slowly to life can be heard.

CEO Lt Trigger says:
@::blows the dust off some items on a shelf::

ACTION:  The dust does what dust does and the CEO suddenly finds himself trying to avoid a violent sneeze.

FCO Ens MacArthur says:
@*CO*: From the quarters I think not Vulcan, there's usually more religious symbols and looking at the photograph more closely the ears are lightly pointed and not as sharp on that of a Vulcan. Honestly it's hard to tell.

CO Capt Gomes says:
@COM: USS Seleya: Our FCO found evidence that this place was inhabited by Vulcans ... or Vulcan look-alikes. Check our database and the Vulcan archives. could this have been a lost colony?

CO Capt Gomes says:
@*FCO*: They could be a sister species ... much like the Romulans. Continue looking around and gather evidence. When you are done join us at the hangar

SO Lt Rose says:
*CO*:  Lost colony?  :: glances at her console::  Maor appears to be sending me some data.  I will get back with you relatively soon.

XO Lt Stradiot says:
COM: CO: We're looking into it now, Captain.

CEO Lt Trigger says:
@::sneezes loudly causing more dust to fly::

CO Capt Gomes says:
@COM: USS Seleya :Thank you. Keep me informed

CO Capt Gomes says:
@*CEO*: Gomes to Trigger

FCO Ens MacArthur says:
@*CO*: Aye sir.

CEO Lt Trigger says:
@::sniffs:: *CO*: Go ahead Cap'n.

CO Capt Gomes says:
@*CEO*: If you are not in the middle of something, I could use your help. We need to dig out some bodies and identify them. And bring Mr. Garret with you

CEO Lt Trigger says:
@*CO*: On our way. ::nods to Garret and walks out of the room::

XO Lt Stradiot says:
SO: Bring us around over to the debris.

XO Lt Stradiot says:
COM: CO: We're going to check on some metallic debris on the opposite side of the planet. It shouldn't take us very long.

SO Lt Rose says:
:: Lifts a brow as she inputs what Maor has into the database and gets a hit::  XO:  Not Vulcan, though I can see where they got the idea.  If these are some of their descendents then we are looking at one of the nomad races of our system.

FCO Ens MacArthur says:
@::Looks around.:: Self: Wow… ::Shortly after he leaves the room to the hangar::

Dean Garret says:
@ CEO:  You might want to leave someone here in case something goes wrong and a quick shut down is needed.

CO Capt Gomes says:
@COM: USS Seleya: Very well

CEO Lt Trigger says:
@Garret: I'll have to send Wilson back there to keep an eye on it.

XO Lt Stradiot says:
COM: CO: No Vulcan colony that we can tell, but it might be one of the nomad races of the system.

CEO Lt Trigger says:
@::walks up to Wilson and briefs him on the console and what to look out for:: Garret: Now... where's the Captain at?

ACTION:  The ship slips geosynchronous orbit to head for the debris.

Dean Garret says:
@ :: following:: CEO:  Last I heard, she was on the other side of the compound.  At this rate, one does not need exercise around here.

CO Capt Gomes says:
@COM: USS Seleya: That makes more sense. The Federation has a hard time keeping track of all these nomadic groups. But their existence must be recorded somewhere

EO Wilson says:
@::heads for the room that Trigger indicated and looks over the console::

CEO Lt Trigger says:
@Garret: Then I suggest we start walking. ::smiles and heads off toward the CO::

XO Lt Stradiot says:
::Sits down again:: SO: Alright, let's see if we can get a more definitive reading on it.

Tveken says:
@ :: dusting his hands off as he returns to the captain::

SO Lt Rose says:
XO:  They are called the T'dan's.  Sound familiar?

CO Capt Gomes says:
@Tvenken: So they aren't vulcans ... not entirely. Apparently they are a nomadic group. But how did they get their hands on this technology?

XO Lt Stradiot says:
SO: T'dan? ::Thinks:: It rings a bell somewhere, but it's not coming to me....

FCO Jenkins says:
::Maneuvers ship to head for debris::

Tvenken says:
@ CO:  this could be their technology.  Perhaps a group left but :: waves his hand at the remaining ships:: some did not.  There could be many reasons why they are nomadic.  A lot can happen in 2000 years.  Look at your own planet.

EO Wilson says:
@::notices the power output levels reach optimal readings:: *CEO*: Lieutenant, it seems that there's enough power to bring the grid online, please advise.

SO Lt Rose says:
:: Smiles::  XO:  This world is called Edan.  :: frowns::  Which makes one wonder, where did that name come from.  Who named the place or is it just coincident?

FCO Jenkins says:
XO: We are nearing the location of the debris.

CO Capt Gomes says:
@Tvenken: Yes, but why did they leave Edan then ... and where are they now?

FCO Ens MacArthur says:
@::Arrives in the hangar:: All: Miss anything.

CEO Lt Trigger says:
@::approaches the CO:: *EO*: Stand by Wilson. ::looks to the CO:: CO: I think we might be able to shed a little more light on the subject Cap'n.

XO Lt Stradiot says:
SO: I had the same thoughts. Eden was originally a human place.

Tveken says:
@ CO:  Why... I would infer it was because their star was dying.  Where they ended up or where the others are... perhaps they have that in their history.

CO Capt Gomes says:
@::turns around as she hears Trigger:: CEO: That's excellent news. What do you have in mind?

CEO Lt Trigger says:
@*EO*: Wilson, bring the grid online now.

SO Lt Rose says:
XO:  Edan was?  There are probably many places with the same names.

EO Wilson says:
@*CEO*: Aye Lieutenant. ::taps the commands on the console that Trigger had told him about::

XO Lt Stradiot says:
SO: Usually.

ACTION:  The energy grid comes online.  The sounds of popping and whistling of escaping steam can be heard echoing throughout the compound.

XO Lt Stradiot says:
FCO Jenkins: Alright, keep our distance about this far from the debris. ::Turns:: SO: Can we get a classification on it?

CO Capt Gomes says:
@::instinctively looks around where she hears the sounds::

SO Lt Rose says:
:: Puts the debris on screen::  XO:  A platform of some sort... looks... kind of familiar.

CO Capt Gomes says:
@CEO: Is the facility fully operational now?

CEO Lt Trigger says:
@*EO*: Status?
@ ACTION:  The secondary shuttle finally lands next to the other just as the light vanishes behind the hills.  Stars can be seen blinking overhead as the cavern itself becomes dark.

XO Lt Stradiot says:
SO: A platform?

EO Wilson says:
@*CEO*: Pressure is holding, power distribution looks good.

FCO Jenkins says:
XO: No problem sir. ::Moves ship close to the debris field:: SO: Is that enough distance for you Lieutenant?

CEO Lt Trigger says:
@CO: Looks like it Cap'n, ::moves to a console and taps it to activate the "hangar bay" lights::

SO Lt Rose says:
XO:  Weapons... no, looks more defensive.  :: snaps her fingers::  I know why it is familiar.  It is the same as those we found with the ship the Magna Romans had.  They were being used as a hold on the people.  We thought they were weapons.  What if they had been meant to be used as a type of shielding for the planet?

CO Capt Gomes says:
@CEO: That’s good to hear. Maybe now we will understand what happened to these people. So far all we have is that they are nomadic and similar to Vulcans in appearance. It would be very useful to recover the bodies from under the debris here, do you have any ideas?

ACTION:  The entire region flickers brightly with light before settling.  All the area is now revealed.

XO Lt Stradiot says:
SO: That does make sense. This the only one around though? One platform this size can't possibly defend a whole planet.

CEO Lt Trigger says:
@::takes a medical tricorder and tries to scan the bodies::

Dean Garret says:
@ :: Looking around::  All:  Not an explosion.  Look at the waves along the roof and side... caused by a percussive force.  I would make a guess something large struck up above and caused the cave-in here.

CO Capt Gomes says:
@::looks around the now fully-lighted place::

CO Capt Gomes says:
@Garret: But there are no debris. So it had to be an energy burst. A natural event ... or a weapon?

SO Lt Rose says:
XO:  It would if the planet was overwhelmed and they were taken out.  After all this time, it is hard to tell.  For that matter, it is surprising there is even one left in orbit... usually something like this would have decayed long ago.  Notice how damaged it is.

FCO Ens MacArthur says:
@::Watching the light go on, he spots something at the corner of his eye -  a lift. He walks over and notices the lights are active on the lift as well:: All: Hey over here!

Dean Garret says:
@CO:  Given what we know now, I would go for natural event.

CO Capt Gomes says:
@::frowns:: Garret: Do you believe these storms are capable of such destruction?

XO Lt Stradiot says:
::Nods:: COM: CO: We've discovered a platform here and it seems that this planet was under attack at one point a long time ago.

CEO Lt Trigger says:
@CO: You know... if these people were vulcans then they must have severely altered their genetic makeup... there's only one reason for that... but I think it's more likely that they're just remarkably similar in appearance.

Dean Garret says:
@ CO:  The storms themselves?  No... but if a system is dying... worlds can break up, explode... anything is possible.  That is why all planets have warning systems to make sure something like that does not happen to them... a rogue comet or asteroid.

CO Capt Gomes says:
@Garret: But we would have seen remains of an asteroid or a comet if there was one ....

SO Lt Rose says:
XO:  I do not see anything to suggest weapons.

CO Capt Gomes says:
@COM: USS Seleya: Understood. That makes sense with the fact that this place appears to have been hit as well. Dr Garret is convinced these attacks may have been caused by natural events like asteroids. but I am not certain

CO Capt Gomes says:
@CEO: Convergent Evolution ...it’s possible. But then this is a case for the journals. Gather as much information on them as you can

Dean Garret says:
@CO:  After a couple of thousands of years and storms?  ::shrugs::  Have your people check.  It does not have to be close by here.  Just something large enough to cause a percussion affect.

ACTION:  The FCO discovers a shaft that is partially covered by the debris, its flashing lights indicate it is working.

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