USS Apache
Mission # 203
"Lost & Found"
10401.23

Prologue: The crew of the Apache are drifting in life pods through inertia from the explosion. To where, they do not know as they have lost external communications and propulsion.

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FCO_Ilianor says:
P1 ::standing, with his back against the bulkhead of the tiny escape Pod 1, his arms crossed, he's looking out a porthole, and can make out the pods around him, but cannot contact anyone::

EO_McGuyver says:
P1/ALL: She was a good ship.

CSO_Marsland says:
P4/::looking out the small porthole of his escape pod, fuming in his own thoughts::

XO_Naegle says:
P2/::in escape pod with the CTO waiting and wondering about her son::

Host CO_Storal says:
P3/CNS: How are your wounds Ensign?

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::stands in her office unsettled::

CTO_Grey-feather says:
P2 ::sitting looking out the porthole, silently ::

CNS_Solaa says:
P3  ::overjoyed to see that they all found each other, looking out of the small window::

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::stands facing the window, sensing something wrong as her secretary enters the room:: Annette: Okay, what happened?

CNS_Solaa says:
P3/ CO: Fine, sir. My fault for my own stupidity! ::laughs::

XO_Naegle says:
P2/CTO: Penny for your thoughts, Ensign.

FCO_Ilianor says:
P1/::turns his head slightly in response to the EO's comment, but remains silent::

CEO_Royale says:
P1/EO: Life support status,  Mr. McGuyver?

CSO_Marsland says:
P4/::walks over and claps the Doctor on the shoulder:: CMO: It's gonna be alright Doc.

Annette says:
::speaks softly:: RAdm: It's the Apache sir.... ::voice quavers slightly::... she's.... she's been destroyed..

CMO_Powers says:
P4/::I mourning over the loss of his booze::

EO_McGuyver says:
P1/::checks status::

CTO_Grey-feather says:
P2/XO: Just thinking how it feels to have lost everything

Host CO_Storal says:
P3/CNS: ::chuckles:: When your life is in the balance sometimes someone can forget their belt.

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::turns her head slightly:: Annette: I figured as much... and the crew?

XO_Naegle says:
P2/CTO: I understand.  Are you all right?

CNS_Solaa says:
P3/CO: ::smiles warmly, the first time in days:: I'm just hoping that someone knows we are out here.

Annette says:
::lets out a long breath:: RAdm: Well, from the debris we've determined that the escape pods were deployed, but there is no sign of them.

CEO_Royale says:
P1/FCO: Are the other pods within visual range?

CMO_Powers says:
P4/CSO: All I could save was this bottle of whiskey. It's not going to be alright.

EO_McGuyver says:
P1/ALL: I managed to salvage something.::pulls out a bottle of Andorian Brandy::

CSO_Marsland says:
P4/TO: Doing okay Ensign?

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::turns to look at her, her face full of concern and her voice full of anger:: Annette: What do you mean there's no sign of them? The pods couldn't have gotten that far...

Host CO_Storal says:
P3/CNS: Don't worry. I'm sure someone has picked up the emergency bouy.

CTO_Grey-feather says:
P2/XO: Yes commander, I will be alright.

CSO_Marsland says:
P4/CMO: It's okay Doc. Back on the Starbase I have a few presents for you. Don't worry about the booze.

Annette says:
::gulps:: RAdm: I realize that sir. I'm only relaying what the reports are saying...

FCO_Ilianor says:
P1/CEO: They are, ensign. The escape pods were programmed to remain in gaggle mode. We have not deviated from this flight formation.

EO_McGuyver says:
P1/CEO: Everything is fine.

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::closes her eyes and nods:: Annette: My apologies.. ::calm voice:: Is there a chance the Romulans could have taken them?

XO_Naegle says:
P2/CTO: Good, glad to hear it.  I just hope my son is okay.

TO_Dovoro says:
P4/ ::currently working on the pod's inventory. CMO/CTO: We'll have to improvise with what little we have.

CTO_Grey-feather says:
P2/:: turns and looks at the XO:: XO: Commander you had a son on board, did he make it to the escape pods?

CEO_Royale says:
p1/EO: Thank you.

Annette says:
::nods:: RAdm: I suppose that is possible, Sir, but nothing supports that right now. No, warp trails, nothing. They're just.... gone....

FCO_Ilianor says:
P1/EO: How many more days... hours of oxygen do we have?

TO_Dovoro says:
P4/ ::currently working on the pod's inventory. CMO/CSO: We'll have to improvise with what little we have.

CSO_Marsland says:
P4/TO: Let me know as soon as you have a detailed list of what's left, Ensign.

CMO_Powers says:
P4/CSO: I guess. I could always get my Romulan contact to smuggle some more Romulan Ale for me. The rest I can get from my contacts back at the starbase.  just hope they remember my bar when they rebuild the Apache.

CEO_Royale says:
P1/FCO: Could we not flash the running lights in morse code to communicate with the others?

XO_Naegle says:
P2/CTO: I can only hope, Ensign.  His nanny is one of the best.

Action: The pods begin to shudder slightly.

CTO_Grey-feather says:
P2/::smiles reassuringly :: XO: He is fine I am sure.

CNS_Solaa says:
P3/CO: ::is alarmed:: What was that???

CEO_Royale says:
P1/FCO: Assuming they were looking of course..

CSO_Marsland says:
P4/ALL: What is that? ::sits down and buckles in::

XO_Naegle says:
P2/::smiles back:: CTO: Thanks, Joshua, I needed that.

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::turns and looks at her:: Annette: No sign of them at all? Were they destroyed?

CEO_Royale says:
P1/EO: Check the inertial dampeners.

CMO_Powers says:
P4/CSO: Probably the Romulans picking us up.

Host CO_Storal says:
P3/::feels the pods shudder:: CNS: Most likely bits of debris hitting the pods.

EO_McGuyver says:
P1/All:I got a bottle of Andorian Brandy and we got lots of weeks of oxygen left.

FCO_Ilianor says:
P1/::laughs:: CEO: We could... but there are many pods all around us, all separated by several hundred metres... and it would take someone who actually knew Morse Code to interpret. But, if you like, you may try.

Annette says:
RAdm: No sir, there would be debris from the pods.

CNS_Solaa says:
P3/CO: I hope that's all it is, sir...

TO_Dovoro says:
P4/ ::grunts once as he feels the vibrations of the escape pod and lets out a string of Andorian exclamations. :: CMO/CSO: I don't like rocking the boat. Why would I like rocking the pod?

CSO_Marsland says:
P4/CMO: Always the optimist, aren't you Doc?

CEO_Royale says:
P1/FCO: Hmm..It was required training at the academy..but then again if you don't use it you lose it..

CSO_Marsland says:
P4/TO: Cheer up Ensign. Maybe Starfleet's found us.

Host CO_Storal says:
P3/CNS: Don't worry Ensign. They don't interrogate junior officers. ::grins::

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::turns back to the window, trying to dry her eyes:: Annette: Send out the Proclaimer and have them start a slavage operation. I want anything from the Apache that can tell me what happened.

CMO_Powers says:
P4/CSO: Sure am. TO: It's not the rocking you should be worried about...

EO_McGuyver says:
P1/CEO/FCO: How about a Drink?

CNS_Solaa says:
P3/ ::thinks, yeah, they don't interrogate junior officers... they kill them off...::

XO_Naegle says:
P2/CTO: So, what shall we do to while away the time, and what is that infernal shuddering?

CEO_Royale says:
P1/EO: I do not think so.  And are the inertial dampeners online?

FCO_Ilianor says:
P1/EO: No, ensign, we will not enjoy that brandy today, we need our heads clear.

Action: All the pods begins to rumble and the shaking turns to move of a vibration, as if the pods have come to life.

Host CO_Storal says:
P3::looks out the window to see if he can see any ship::

FCO_Ilianor says:
P1/CEO: Mr Royale, what is that vibration?

CNS_Solaa says:
P3/CO: We should contact the others and see if everything is in order.

EO_McGuyver says:
P1/ALL: What the...?

CSO_Marsland says:
P4/ALL: Okay, everyone buckle back in, let's see if we can figure out what is causing this.

CTO_Grey-feather says:
P2/XO: I don't know, might be the effects of that graviton event we detected before the attack.

Action: As Storal looks out the window, he can see the horizon of the upper to outer atmosphere of a planet

TO_Dovoro says:
P4/ :: begins making preparations to buckle back into the pod ::

XO_Naegle says:
P2/All: Everyone, buckle up!  I don't want any injuries.

CNS_Solaa says:
P3/CO: What is it, sir? ::tries to balance herself with all the rumbling::

CEO_Royale says:
P1/EO: My first thought was that the INERTAL DAMPENERS might be offline.

XO_Naegle says:
P2/CTO: Maybe, but let's be cautios.

Host CO_Storal says:
P3/CNS: We are entering the atmosphere of a planet. The pods are automated so we should be ok.

CMO_Powers says:
P4/CSO/TO: Right guys, I think it's time to buckle in.

CSO_Marsland says:
P4/::begins searching in the compartments for a phaser or tricorder::

XO_Naegle says:
<cautious>

Annette says:
::inclines her head:: RAdm: Yes Admiral. I'll keep you posted.

EO_McGuyver says:
P1/CEO:They are fine ::looks out the window:: We may be landing.

CMO_Powers says:
P4/::buckles in and makes sure his table and seat back are in the upright positions::

CTO_Grey-feather says:
P2/:: buckles in tight and looks to make sure the XO is in ::  XO: I could be a lot more cautious with a phaser in my hand :: chuckles :: Sorry trying to make a joke

CEO_Royale says:
P1/::looks out porthole and catches a glimpse of a planet::

CEO_Royale says:
P1/all: strap in.  We are landing.

Host CO_Storal says:
P3CNS: Buckle up. ::grins:: It may be a bumpy ride ::sits down and buckles himself in.::

CNS_Solaa says:
P3/ ::straps herself up, not wanting to repeat her injuries::

FCO_Ilianor says:
P1/::sighs:: All: Wonderful.

Host RAdm_Linard says:
::nods as Annette leaves the room and backs into her chair, sinking into its depths to unload the weight of worry and sorrow for her lost husband::

CSO_Marsland says:
P4/::buckles himself in tight::

XO_Naegle says:
P2/CTO: We all could be more cautious with a phaser in our hands, but we're fresh out.

CEO_Royale says:
P1/::sits, multiple clicks from 5 point crash harness::

TO_Dovoro says:
P4/::looks around before blinking as he looks at the porthole across from him. :: CMO: Sir? I think we're landing!

EO_McGuyver says:
P1/::straps in with the brandy::

CSO_Marsland says:
P4/::looks out where the Ensign did:: TO: Indeed Ensign, you are right.

CNS_Solaa says:
P3/CO: Sir? Can these pods... ::gulp:: survive a planetary landing?

CMO_Powers says:
P4/TO/CSO: Do the landing thrusters work? Or a parachute?

CTO_Grey-feather says:
P2/XO: Well if it is the Romulans I would be happy to disassemble them with my bare hands

FCO_Ilianor says:
P1/CEO: Time to impact?

CSO_Marsland says:
P4/CMO: They should. These pods are extremely redundant and all automated. We should be okay.

XO_Naegle says:
P2/CTO: Me too.  Hey, Joshua, look outside the pod!  I think our shuddering is the pod landing!

EO_McGuyver says:
P1/FCO: Who is flying this thing,Sir?

CEO_Royale says:
P1/::activates the rudimentary sensors onboard.., does mental calculations:: I'm working out an estimate..

Host CO_Storal says:
P3/CNS: Yes they can. Don't worry. ::gives a reassuring wink:: I've been thru worse.

Action: As the pods reach the internal atmosphere of the planet, the ride gets a little rougher as the gravity from the planet takes over.

TO_Dovoro says:
P4/CTO/CSO: How did we get here though? Ungh... Brace yourselves, sirs!

FCO_Ilianor says:
P1/EO: It is all automated. Frankly, I'd rather be piloting myself, but it's better this way. Just relax and the ride will be over shortly.

CNS_Solaa says:
P3/ ::winces and tries to brace herself::

CTO_Grey-feather says:
P2/::looks out the porthole :: XO: Yes ma'am we are entering the atmosphere, you better hold on tight.  This could get bumpy

CMO_Powers says:
P4/CSO: Nothing left to do apart from sit back and enjoy the crash...err ride.

CEO_Royale says:
P1/FCO: probably under 2 minutes now  Sir.

CSO_Marsland says:
P4/CMO: Once again, always the optimist!  ::hangs on for dear life::

Host CO_Storal says:
P3::punches a few buttons on the console to take a rough reading of the planet's atmosphere::

XO_Naegle says:
P2::holds on:: CTO: I'll take your word for it.

Action: Readings indicate a Class-M atmosphere....

CMO_Powers says:
P4/CSO/TO: Let the others walk around for a while before you open the hatch, just to make sure nothing kills them.

CEO_Royale says:
P1/ALL: Atmosphere is breathable. Class-M

EO_McGuyver says:
P1/ALL: Well things are looking up.

CNS_Solaa says:
P3/CO: We should contact the others.

FCO_Ilianor says:
P1/::grunts:: CEO: Acknowledged. Secure a weapon, before we land (crash). Let's hope we don't run into any Romulans.

Host CO_Storal says:
P3/*All*: For those of you that don't know we are landing on a planetiod. It has Class M readings. I want all officers to check in with thier department heads.

CEO_Royale says:
P1/FCO: I'll agree when we stop free-falling..

CTO_Grey-feather says:
P2/::hears the CEO :: XO: That's good if the landing doesn't kill us we can at least breathe.

CSO_Marsland says:
P4/::listens to the comm from the Captain::

CEO_Royale says:
P1/FCO: On the contrary. I'm ready for some payback...

Action: The pods give one last shudder as they break from gaggle mode and level out to begin to settle on the ground.

Host CO_Storal says:
P3/*ALL*: Upon landing I want all tactical officers to set up a perimiter. Medical Staff will set up a triage to treat the wounded.

EO_McGuyver says:
P1/ALL: We should if we get the chance to steal their ship.

FCO_Ilianor says:
P1/CEO: Payback is meaningless if you are overpowered in the process, Mr Royale... but I know what you mean.

XO_Naegle says:
P2/ CTO: It is good. Well, I guess that answers the question about where we're going.

CEO_Royale says:
P1/EO: Make sure the landing gear is secure

CSO_Marsland says:
P4/::wonders what that leaves for Science to do::

CTO_Grey-feather says:
P/2::reaches under his seat and pulls out the ordinance box, takes a phaser and hands one to he XO:: XO: Here ma'am in case something happens to me you can protect yourself.

FCO_Ilianor says:
P1/::laughs:: EO: Very bold words, ensign.

EO_McGuyver says:
P1/CEO: Aye.::does it::

Host CO_Storal says:
P3/*All*: Science and flight will take a survey of the surroundings. Look for a water source.

XO_Naegle says:
P2::takes phaser::CTO: Thank you, Ensign.

CNS_Solaa says:
P3/ ::already running over in her mind what has to be done once they get to the surface::

CMO_Powers says:
P4/CSO: If you have nothing to do, you can heal the sick and injured with me.

CSO_Marsland says:
P4/CMO: Looks like I've got some work to do now.

EO_McGuyver says:
P1/FCO: Remember that old saying,"Fortune Favors the Bold."?

CSO_Marsland says:
P4/CMO: As soon as I'm done, I'll be with you though.

Host CO_Storal says:
P3/*All*: Engineering will work on comunications. We need to let our people know where we are.

TO_Dovoro says:
P4 :: listens to the captain and then looks to the departmental heads. CSO/CMO: I've got to set up a perimeter with the CTO. Wonder if he's been holding up well enough.

CMO_Powers says:
P4/CSO: We've got plenty of water in here, so don't search too far.

CNS_Solaa says:
P3/CO: We can use the pod's as shelters for now, Captain. We have adequate supplies to last us a few days until we can find some water and food.

FCO_Ilianor says:
P1/EO: As I recall, the saying also applies to being foolish.

Action: The pods settle on the planet and power down. Each pod signals to the crew that exit from the pod is now possible.

EO_McGuyver says:
P1/FCO: We may be both.

CSO_Marsland says:
P4/TO: I'm sure the CTO came through just fine Ensign. Make sure you help him out. ::grabs a tricorder and a phaser and holsters them:: CMO: Don't worry, we won't be out long.

Host CO_Storal says:
P3/*All*: Most of all remain calm and we will get thru this.

XO_Naegle says:
P2/CTO: Well, it looks like you've got your orders.  Good luck.

Host CO_Storal says:
P3::grins:: CNS: See? Piece of cake.

CNS_Solaa says:
P3/ ::rips off her belt and goes for the airlock::

CSO_Marsland says:
P4/::stands and cracks the hatch, peering out at this strange new world::

CEO_Royale says:
P1/all: As my Klingon friends are fond of saying "perhaps today is a good day to die".

Host CO_Storal says:
::unfastens his belt and exits the pod::

CMO_Powers says:
P4/CSO/TO: Remember, wait to see if anyone croaks it.

CSO_Marsland says:
P4/::steps outside:: CMO: Too late Doc!

CTO_Grey-feather says:
P2/ XO: Yes ma'am.  Just another walk in the woods :: smiles ::

FCO_Ilianor says:
P1/All: Well. Everybody out. ::unbuckles and tries to unseal the hatch::

EO_McGuyver says:
P1/ALL:Now thats confindence inspiring.

CEO_Royale says:
P1/EO: Ok, you're out first, McGuyver. ::grins::

CNS_Solaa says:
::walks out happily and surveys her surroundings::

CSO_Marsland says:
P4/:: waves his tricorder around, looking for any life::

XO_Naegle says:
P2 ::stretches as she stands up:: CTO: Agreed ::opens the hatch and walks out::

CMO_Powers says:
P4/CSO: I'm going to reprimand you for breach of orders. ::smiles evily::

Action: As the crew climb out of the pods, the take in their surroundings. They are in a lightly wooded area, with heavier forests to the east and south. The temperature is moderate and there is a small stream nearby. So far, there is no sign of life...

EO_McGuyver says:
P1/CEO: No sir, I insist you first.

FCO_Ilianor says:
P1/::turns around slowly:: CEO: I will head out first ::smiles::

CTO_Grey-feather says:
::gets out of the pod and looks for the TO ::

EO_McGuyver says:
P1/::grabs a phaser::

Host CO_Storal says:
::looks around for the XO::

CSO_Marsland says:
::looks for the other pods::

CEO_Royale says:
P/1::sighs:: Self: Men...

FCO_Ilianor says:
::pulls open the hatch, with one hand beside his phaser, as he takes a peek around::

XO_Naegle says:
::takes out a tricorder and walks over to the CO::

CSO_Marsland says:
::wonders where the XO is::

CMO_Powers says:
CSO: There's some water ::points to the stream::

EO_McGuyver says:
::follows the FCO::

CSO_Marsland says:
CMO: I see that. Let's see if there's any wounded Doc.

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: Fancy meeting you here ::Grins:: Is everyone accounted for?

TO_Dovoro says:
P4/:: grabs a phaser before unbuckling and leaving the pod,  He takes a few steps outside before hunting the CTO down ::

CEO_Royale says:
:: opens up tricorder and begins to take readings::

CMO_Powers says:
::heads to the middle of where the pods landed::

FCO_Ilianor says:
::steps onto the ground and looks at all the pods around::

XO_Naegle says:
CO: Everyone in my pod. But I haven't been able to contact the pods to see where my son is. Have you seen him?

CNS_Solaa says:
::walks from pod to pod inspecting its condition::

Host CO_Storal says:
CNS: I want you to check in with medical. Just to make sure everything is fine. ::grins::

EO_McGuyver says:
::puts the brandy in his pocket::

CNS_Solaa says:
CO: Yes, sir.

Action: A young voice calls out "Mommy" as Janet sees a familiar face running toward her with his arms outstretched.

CSO_Marsland says:
::walks over to the XO and CO:: CO/XO: Sir, all in my pod are accounted for, safe and sound.  We have also found a small stream of fresh, clean, water.

CNS_Solaa says:
ALL: Alright! Anyone with injuries see Mr. Powers and myself! On the double!

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: I believe I see him now ::points behind her::

FCO_Ilianor says:
::looks around for the CSO and hurries to catch up with him:: CSO: Lieutenant.

CMO_Powers says:
::sets up a makeshift medical centre::

Host CO_Storal says:
CSO: Good. What about any lifesigns?

XO_Naegle says:
Armen: Armen! ::reaches down and picks up her son:: Boy you had me worried.

CNS_Solaa says:
CMO: ::smiles:: How was your flight, John?

CSO_Marsland says:
CO: None yet, Sir. ::smiles seeing the XO and her son reunited::

EO_McGuyver says:
CEO: Orders?

Armen says:
::cries on his mother's shoulder:: XO: I was really scared....

CSO_Marsland says:
::turns to the FCO:: FCO: Yes, what is it?

CTO_Grey-feather says:
::finds the TO:: TO: Let's get started on a perimeter.  Once we get this place secure we can start looking for food and drinkable water

CMO_Powers says:
CNS: Not too bad. How was yours?

XO_Naegle says:
Armen: I know, honey. Were you a good boy for Connie?

CEO_Royale says:
*CO*: FCO Ilianor, CEO Royale and EO McGuyver all present and account for.

Armen says:
::sniffles, still clinging to his mother as if not to let go:: XO: Yeah ::muffled::

CNS_Solaa says:
::hold out her bandaged hands, smiling:: CMO: Your first patient!

FCO_Ilianor says:
CSO: ::laughs, before stopping himself:: I was merely acknowledging you. ::grins:: But we ought to head out as soon as possible.

XO_Naegle says:
::snuggles her son close to her as she sees Connie coming up to meet them::

CEO_Royale says:
EO: I think we should check over the pods for their functionality.  How long we'll still have power for the replicators, communications and the like.

CMO_Powers says:
CNS: Great. First we'd better get these bandages off so I can see what the problem is.

XO_Naegle says:
Armen: I'm so glad you're all right.  ::starts to tear up::

Host CO_Storal says:
CSO: Start your survey.  We need to know if we are near any signs of civilization.

CTO_Grey-feather says:
:: Begins walking and checking the pods as he finds them. Looking for any threats to the crew from the inhabitants of the planet::

CSO_Marsland says:
FCO: Agreed. One moment please. ::turns:: CO: Yes, sir, right away. ::walks up to the XO:: XO: Commander, you all right?

CNS_Solaa says:
CMO: Belt burns. ::is sheepish::

XO_Naegle says:
Connie: Connie, it's good to know you made it. I was a bit worried.

Armen says:
XO: I thought you blew up like the ship.

TO_Dovoro says:
:: listens to the CTO and nods again :: CTO: Sure thing, sir. I've got a phaser from my pod, so we're at least somewhat prepared.

XO_Naegle says:
CSO: Yes, Tom. I'm fine. ::holds Armen closer::

Host CO_Storal says:
::begins to walk around the landing site calming the young officers and getting them to concentrate on their tasks at hand::

CMO_Powers says:
CNS: I've got a good spray for that with me.

CEO_Royale says:
EO: You can assess the even numbered pods.

XO_Naegle says:
Armen: Nope. I was on the bridge safe and sound when the captain gave the order to evacuate. I didn't have time to come get you. I'm sorry.

CTO_Grey-feather says:
::holds his phaser so it can be seen, and yells back at the TO: Good hunting then

CSO_Marsland says:
XO: Good. Sorry to be a little personal right now Janet, when I know I should be thinking more about my work, but I was sincerely worried about you. I'm sorry.

CNS_Solaa says:
CMO: Good! So, I'm guessing everyone is accounted for?

Action: The sky is slowly getting darker as the sun starts to set.

CNS_Solaa says:
::smiles at the XO and her son::

CSO_Marsland says:
::stammers through those last words::

Connie says:
XO: I was worried myself, Commander. I just followed everyone to the escape pods and told Armen to get in.

CEO_Royale says:
::walks away and begins an engineering assessment of the odd numbered pods 1 and 3::

EO_McGuyver says:
CEO: Aye Ma'am.::goes off to assess::

FCO_Ilianor says:
::takes out a tricorder from his pack and clasps his hands behind his back as he waits for the CSO:: CNS: Oh! Ryn... you okay? You looked...

XO_Naegle says:
CSO: It's okay, Tom. We do have a history.

CMO_Powers says:
::takes the bandages off and sprays the hands:: CNS: Give that a minute to start working and watch it heal. This is special stuff. Did I mention that I invented it?

CSO_Marsland says:
XO: Yes, we do. One that I hope won't just stay in the past... but we can talk later. I suppose I have work to do. ::turns to the FCO:: FCO: Ready?

CMO_Powers says:
CNS: I've got no idea of how many people made it.

XO_Naegle says:
Connie: Did he get in right away? ::looks at her son as she puts him down::

CEO_Royale says:
*CSO*: Any insight as to how cold this rock's gonna get at night?

CNS_Solaa says:
CMO: Really? Good work! ::smiles at the Doc::

Action: A creature looking very much like a wild dog strolls out onto a nearby plateau overlooking the landing site. It sniffs the air hoping to smell food.

XO_Naegle says:
CSO: Good luck to you , Tom.

CNS_Solaa says:
FCO: ::laughs:: Baran! How are you?

TO_Dovoro says:
:: begins setting a perimeter for the planet, keeping an eye out for anything suspicious. Say... tribbles. :: *CTO*: I don't see anything lately. Wait... I think I see a wild dog, sir!

CMO_Powers says:
CNS: Well, not me... a previous host.

CNS_Solaa says:
CMO: Whatever works! ::winks::

Connie says:
XO: It took some convincing. But the alarms and everything scared him enough so he got in.

FCO_Ilianor says:
CNS: I can see you are feeling better now. I will talk to you later, in the meantime, I get to play explorer. ::grins:: CSO: Why, of course.

CSO_Marsland says:
XO: Thank you Janet.  Be safe. ::listens, then replies to the CEO:: *CEO*: At night, probably around 40 F or so. Not too bad, especially if we use the pods as shelter.

CNS_Solaa says:
CMO: We need to get everyone together. It's getting dark.

XO_Naegle says:
::hangs on to Armen's hand:: Connie: I'll bet.

CSO_Marsland says:
FCO: Good, let's set out. ::begins to follow the stream downwards::

Host CO_Storal says:
::looks out at the setting sun and says a silent prayer thanking the Prophets for thier grace in finding a planet and with little or no casualties::

CMO_Powers says:
FCO/CSO: Don't get injured. If it's your fault you can heal yourselves.

EO_McGuyver says:
*CEO*: The pods are powered down and unoperational.

XO_Naegle says:
CO: Captain, do you mind if I take care of my son for the night?

CTO_Grey-feather says:
::keeps working on the perimeter, using his outdoor training :: *TO*: Good we have had enough excitement don't you think?  Keep an eye on the dogs while you work, I would hate to find out we are on their menu for tonight

CEO_Royale says:
*CSO*: Eh..Still have to use the heaters then. Have to rework my estimates.. Thanks Chief.

CSO_Marsland says:
*CEO*: No prob.. Chief. Let me know if you need anything else. Marsland out.

CNS_Solaa says:
CO: Captain! We need everyone back at the camp. No exploring for tonight. We don't know what's out there.

FCO_Ilianor says:
CMO: Hey, wasn't I the one who treated your phaser hit? ::grins:: Don't worry, we can take care of ourselves.

EO_McGuyver says:
*CEO*: They are in good shape.

FCO_Ilianor says:
::starts to head out, and begins to take preliminary scans of the surrounding area:: CSO: I hope you brought a flashlight.

TO_Dovoro says:
:: begins watching the dog as ordered by the CTO, getting just a little bit closer to get a better look at the wild dog-looking beast, ::

CMO_Powers says:
FCO: Oh yeah. You've got one then, but after that you can heal yourself. ::grins at him as he leaves::

Host CO_Storal says:
::sighs and opens his eyes:: *All*: Keep your survey and perimiter close. We will strike out farther in the morning.

CSO_Marsland says:
::pans his tricorder from side to side, looking for any sign of sentient life:: FCO: Don't worry, I do. ::snaps on his wrist beacon::

Action: The wild dog, pauses his scope of the encampment and looks at the TO.

CEO_Royale says:
*EO*: You'll need to manually reactivate the powerplant. It does an autoshut down upon landing. Check in with your estimate as soon as you can. Royale out.

CSO_Marsland says:
*CO*: Acknowledged Captain.

XO_Naegle says:
Armen: Let's go back to the camp.  We can sleep in one of the pods, okay?

CMO_Powers says:
::heals some injured crewmen::

CNS_Solaa says:
ALL: Everyone who is not with Security, Medical, or Science, get back to the pods!

CTO_Grey-feather says:
*CO*: Sir so far the TO and me haven't found anything more frightening than this planets version of a coyote

Armen says:
:: stays close to his mother:: XO: Okay...

Host CO_Storal says:
*CEO*: Have one of your men start a fire.

EO_McGuyver says:
::uses his tricorder to try and restart the powerplants::

Host CO_Storal says:
*CTO*: Acknowledged, let's hope they are as skittish as their terran bretheren.

CSO_Marsland says:
::begins to walk in a perimeter, scannig around the make-shift encampment of pods::

CEO_Royale says:
* CO *: I'm on it, Sir. McGuyver is performing an engineering analysis.

FCO_Ilianor says:
CSO: You seemed to have difficulty... back there. ::squints as he notices a small depression in the ground and moves to avoid it::

TO_Dovoro says:
:: remains attentive to the dog, as it looks back at him:: Dog: Good doggy.

CNS_Solaa says:
ALL: Quickly now! ::gathers some firewood and shoos some civilians back to the pods::

CMO_Powers says:
CNS: How are your hands?

Action: The CSO picks up moderate lifesigns in the form of small animals nearby.

CNS_Solaa says:
CMO: Stings a little, but much better, thanks. Help with with this log, will ya?

CSO_Marsland says:
::smiles, a little sadly:: FCO: Heh.. you noticed?

CEO_Royale says:
::gathers up some kindling, and begins to build a fire ::

Host CO_Storal says:
*CEO*: How are the pods?

EO_McGuyver says:
*CEO*:All pods powerplants have restarted.

CTO_Grey-feather says:
*CO*: Aye sir.  :: keeps working the permiter, wishing Blue was here to help with the dogs and just because::

CSO_Marsland says:
::watches the readings on his tricorder, and dismisses them as small rodents and the like::

XO_Naegle says:
::walks into a pod:: Armen: Now you lie down here, okay?  I need to go see if I can help out.

CMO_Powers says:
::picks up one end of the log:: CNS: The stinging should subside. If it doesn't I'll have to amputate.

CNS_Solaa says:
::laughs:: CMO: Oh, I bet you'd LOVE that.

FCO_Ilianor says:
CSO: I suppose it's tough, working with someone who you were once involved with. ::hears the beep and checks his own tricorder::

CEO_Royale says:
*CO*: Pods 1 and 3 have been assessed. I'm waiting for McGuyver's report. He's just restarted their powerplants now, Sir.

CNS_Solaa says:
::sets down the log by the beginnings of a fire::

FCO_Ilianor says:
::raises his hands:: CSO: No, I wasn't snooping. But the commander mentioned your... history.

CSO_Marsland says:
FCO: That isn't too tough. Trying to hide the feelings that are still there is a bit harder.

Host CO_Storal says:
*CEO*: Acknowledged. Keep me posted when it is complete.

TO_Dovoro says:
:: watches the dog and taps his compin :: *CTO*: Sir, it's not moving much, but it's certainly keeping an eye on my movement.

XO_Naegle says:
Connie: Connie!  Come in here and stay with Armen while I go help the crew, please.

CEO_Royale says:
* EO*: Excellent. Let me know when your assessment is complete.

EO_McGuyver says:
*CEO*: All pods are working.

Connie says:
XO: I'm right behind you, Commander. ::walks past her and into the pod:: I'll stay with him.

Armen says:
XO: No! I want to come with you. ::looks up at her pleadingly:: I'll be good, I promise....

FCO_Ilianor says:
::jumps down from a rock into a depression:: CSO: I've never allowed myself to get into that situation... no matter how much I wanted to. ::kneels and checks the water:: CSO: Is this water safe for drinking?

CMO_Powers says:
CNS: How are you finding your newish job?

CSO_Marsland says:
FCO: Don't worry about it, I don't mind. It's good to talk about it sometimes. Just these past few days has made me realize how much I care about her, that's all.

CEO_Royale says:
* EO *: Glad to hear it. Meet me at pod 1. I need your assistance..

EO_McGuyver says:
::walks back toward the CEO::

XO_Naegle says:
Armen: Armen, honey, we don't know what's out there. Connie will stay with you.

CTO_Grey-feather says:
*TO*: Well keep patroling the perimeter.  Just keep you ears open.  Hate to see you end up as dog food.

CSO_Marsland says:
::turns to the water, and scans it:: FCO: Looks good to me.

CNS_Solaa says:
CMO: Well, I think I'm going to be busy for the next few days! ::smiles:: And that's good.

Armen says:
::starts to cry and turns away from the XO to sob into Connie's leg::

CMO_Powers says:
CNS: Next few months is more likely.

EO_McGuyver says:
CEO: What do you need?

CEO_Royale says:
* CMO *: Doctor I assume you have surgical tools available

CSO_Marsland says:
FCO: We should probably head back. It's dark and we haven't found anything so far.

XO_Naegle says:
Armen: I'm sorry, honey. Here, I'll close the door of the pod so nothing will bother you.  ::closes the door::

CNS_Solaa says:
::pulls the CMO:: CMO: Come with me to check up on the Civilians. We need to find out if we have everyone.

CEO_Royale says:
EO: I need to borrow a bit of your contraband..::winks:: the brandy.

XO_Naegle says:
::walks back over to the CO:: CO: Well, that was traumatizing!

TO_Dovoro says:
:: watches the dog and begins to survey the perimeter, trying to see if there's anything else out of the ordinary :: *CTO*: I'd prefer this planet to be colder. But... it is nice.

Armen says:
::wails even louder::

FCO_Ilianor says:
CSO: There's still a little light... Maybe we ought to return, but I suggest pressing on a bit further and going around, returning to the plateau from behind, if we must return...?

CMO_Powers says:
CNS: Err... I think we should check on the civilians. ::smiles warmly at Ryn::

XO_Naegle says:
::hears him wail, but can't do anything about it::

EO_McGuyver says:
CEO: Are you out of your mind? This is for um.. religious purposes.

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: You can stay with Armen. I can handle things out here Janet. ::grins and winks::

CSO_Marsland says:
FCO: Okay, I suppose we can do that. ::begins to circle the camp, scanning for any civilization::

EO_McGuyver says:
CEO:Can that CTO build a fire?

CTO_Grey-feather says:
*TO*: Carefull what you wish for ensign, the sun just set.  It might get pretty cold here later at night.  Kinda like Nevada back on earth.  Hot in the day and dang cold at night

CNS_Solaa says:
::walks to each pod, taking inventory of people, Doctor in tow::

CEO_Royale says:
EO:  You were offering me a drink on the way down.  I'll take my share now

XO_Naegle says:
CO: What's the matter, you can't bear the wailing?

Action: A small breeze blows through the encampment with a bit of a chill in the air....

EO_McGuyver says:
CEO: Ok as long as you don't try to light any fires.

EO_McGuyver says:
::pours her a shot::

CNS_Solaa says:
::shivers involuntarily::

CSO_Marsland says:
::begins to shiver:: FCO: Brrr...

Host CO_Storal says:
XO: Not at all. You forget I spent several weeks on a demon planet. I can take the crying. ::grins:: Your son has been thru a great deal. He needs you.

EO_McGuyver says:
::gives the CEO the shot glass::

Armen says:
::sobs from inside the pod:: XO: Ma...Ma... Moooommmyyyyy

CEO_Royale says:
EO: No promises.

XO_Naegle says:
::nods:: CO: All right. ::walks back to the pod:: Armen: I'm coming, honey!

CNS_Solaa says:
::sees the engineering crew drinking:: CEO: AHEM! Excuse me! I don't think this is the TIME to be drinking!

CEO_Royale says:
:: lights fire::

TO_Dovoro says:
:: listens to the CTO and nods to himself, seemingly happy with the drop in temperature:: *CTO*: Yes sir.

FCO_Ilianor says:
CSO: Pretty desolate place, isn't it...?

Host CO_Storal says:
::grins at the XO:: Self: Kathleen will be doing that soon. ::chuckles::

EO_McGuyver says:
::pours himself a shot and swallows::

CMO_Powers says:
CNS: I do Ens. ::pulls out his bottle of whiskey and starts drinking::

XO_Naegle says:
::opens the door to the pod and walks inside:: Armen: I'm here, honey

CSO_Marsland says:
FCO: Yes it is. And now that we've made this circle, let's head back in. ::begins to head towards the camp::

CEO_Royale says:
CNS: Counselor, my shot was sacrificed to create this life giving flame.

CTO_Grey-feather says:
:: thinks as he walks that this would be a nice place if they weren't stranded on it ::

FCO_Ilianor says:
CSO: ::sighs:: Oh, fine... but I was just starting to have fun. ::smiles::

Host CO_Storal says:
::looks up at the night sky as the stars appear:: Self: Don't worry Ahkayah, I promised I would be back and I don't intend on breaking that promise.

EO_McGuyver says:
CMO: Wanna trade shots?

CNS_Solaa says:
::is silently fuming, watching them drink::

TO_Dovoro says:
:: crouches low, watching the land as he continues to survey the perimeter solo ::

CSO_Marsland says:
FCO: We'll have fun tomorrow, I promise. ::sees the light of the pods and enters one, sitting down and collecting his thoughts::

CMO_Powers says:
EO: Brandy for whiskey? You must be joking.

EO_McGuyver says:
CMO: I need something strong.

XO_Naegle says:
::puts her arms around Armen as she lays down beside him::

CMO_Powers says:
CNS: Want some? ::laughs::

CEO_Royale says:
::flexes::

FCO_Ilianor says:
CSO: Mm-hmm, well... ::laughs:: Whatever. Maybe it is better that we have no excitement while on this planet.

CTO_Grey-feather says:
:: he walks :: Himself:: Oh Great Spirit protect us on our journey, keep us safe on this strange world

EO_McGuyver says:
::drinks his brandy::

CNS_Solaa says:
::glares at him:: CMO: SOMEONE has to be sober enough to take charge...

EO_McGuyver says:
CNS: That's the CO's job.

CMO_Powers says:
CNS: I hope you don't mean me.

CNS_Solaa says:
EO: I meant among you people.

CNS_Solaa says:
CMO: You EXACTLY, John.

EO_McGuyver says:
CNS: Then XO.

EO_McGuyver says:
::drinks::

CNS_Solaa says:
::sighs::

Action: As some of the crew of the Apache take to celebrating the fact that they're still alive, some of them tend to their families, particularly a distressed little boy who just wants his Mommy by his side.

The others find comfort in the pods and bunk down for the night. One thing remains in the crews minds however. What awaits them in the morning?

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