USS Arondight NCC-80477
Stardate 10904.05

Staring:
Richard as Captain McDuggle, Commanding Officer
Gina as Lt O’Reiley, Chief Engineering Officer
Brendan as LtCmdr. Exeter, Chief Tactical Officer
Karri as Cmdr. Mea’e, Executive Officer
Andrew as LtJG Redwood, Chief Medical Officer

 Directed By:
 Sam as the Ship Manger

Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
Captain Log 10904.05
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
We are still investigating the strange ship and the Doctor is currently preparing Cmdr Exeter for surgery to remove the nanites that suddenly showed up in his brain. We are also trying to figure out how we missed these nanites when we first transported him aboard from this strange ship.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
I can only hope for that the doctor can find a way to help Exeter because I really don't want to do what is needed to be done if he can't.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
End Log.
Host SM_Sam says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Escort Mission XV >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: La'i stood near the doors of the sickbay, just out of range of the doors sensors, with her eyes closed.   Then with a grimace at herself, she opened her eyes, tugged down the top of her uniform and stepped forward to enter sickbay.::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
::on bridge going over reports coming in::
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
MO: Okay, we're ready to attempt extraction of Nanite one now.
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
::Walks onto the Bridge::
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: Entering she nodded to the nurse and with no need to ask, headed for surgery.::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
:: sees the CEO: CEO: Hey Chief any luck yet?
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
CO: Sorry Captain, still not much luck on the computer core. The data is badly fragmented, it's going to be hours before we get anywhere, if then. I do have another plan I'd like to try, however.
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: There she stopped between the two security guards outside of the room.  She was later then she had thought.  Part of her was relieved that she had missed talking to Oday, another part was annoyed at herself.::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
CEO: And what might that be?
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
CO: I'd like to take out a Runabout, beam the core fragments aboard, assemble them, and put it back into operation to see if we can access the data directly and in a useable form.
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
::changes tool, and begins the extraction, now a nanite has been isolated::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
CEO: Sounds like a plan Chief. Just be very, very careful if it shows any signs of being a threat transport it out and destroy it. I would rather loose any chance of recovering the data rather than endangering the ship.
MO_Jeddi says:
:: Ignoring the two security guards inside the room, he brought forth the prepared medical tray.  On it was a special unit meant to hold the nanites that Redwood would be extracting.::
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
MO: Okay, I have the nanite, I will remove it now. Give me greater magnification on screen 4.
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
CO: I already have a plan for that Sir. I'll set up an emergency protocol that will beam me back to the ship and destroy the Runabout by shutting down the magnetic containment field on the antimatter. That would wipe out any of the buggers and make sure nothing comes back with me.
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: Silence surrounded her as the three of them watched.  She wished at that moment she could emulate the security officers who seemed so relaxed, while she knew full well they were alert and ready.::
MO_Jeddi says:
:: Reaching over, he tapped in the command.::  CMO:  The unit is ready.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
CEO: Roger I will have OPS keep a transporter lock on you at all times.
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
CO: Thank you Sir. I'll get going straight away. As soon as I have anything I'll contact you.
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
::catches site of the XO through the observation window:: XO: Just in time for the grand finale. MO: Okay... ::finishes removing the nanite and places it in the unit:: Activate the unit.
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
::Heads for the TL and takes it to the Flight Deck::
MO_Jeddi says:
:: Giving Redwood plenty of room, he leaned in slightly to watch::
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
::watches the CTO’s stats very carefully for a moment:: MO: No change... let's get that second nanite before he changes his mind.
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
::Walks off the TL onto the Flight Deck and over to a Runabout. Gets in and starts the preflight checklist and prepares to launch:: *OPS*: Runabout Mississippi requesting permission to launch.
MO_Jeddi says:
:: Nodding, he finishes activating the first unit, watching to make sure the force field seals the nanite in before activating the second unit.::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
:: Watches the CEO leave the bridge:: OPS: Once that runabout is clear of the ship keep a transporter lock on the crew.
Host SM_Sam says:
ACTION: Exeter begins dreaming.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
<NoDuz>*CEO*: Roger you are cleared for departure when ever you are ready.

CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
*OPS*: Confirmed, beginning launch sequence now. ::Takes the Runabout out::
Host SM_Sam says:
ACTION: Exeter's brain activities increase.
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
::moves in to remove the second nanite:: MO: Have the unit ready, this should be quicker than the last one. Whoa , whoa...wait... what's going on?
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
<NoDuz> :: maintains a lock on the runabout crew::
MO_Jeddi says:
:: glances at the monitor::  CMO:  Increased brain activity.
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
MO: Looks stable though. I'm going to remove the second one. ::does so::
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
@::Pilots out to where the computer core fragments are located and parks the Runabout, then begins the effort to beam the pieces aboard into the cargo section of the Runabout::
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: noting the change in body language of Jeddi, she leans in closer to the window::
MO_Jeddi says:
:: Holds the unit out toward the doctor.::
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
::places the nanite in:: MO: Tell one of the guards to get it to the science labs immediately. Let's finish up here.
Host SM_Sam says:
ACTION: Exeter's brain activity increases more, his memory center kicks into high gear.
MO_Jeddi says:
:: As soon as the nanite is within, he thumbs the button to activate its force field, sealing it within.::
MO_Jeddi says:
CMO:  Something is going in there... :: nods to the monitor.::
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
@::Continues locking the transporter onto pieces of the alien computer core and beaming them into the Runabout until she has collected them all::
MO_Jeddi says:
:: Stepping over, he hands one of the guards the most recent extraction::  Sec.:  Take this straight to science lab two.  They are waiting for it.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
::flinches as images of his past flashes through his mind::
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: Quietly::  *CO*:  They have removed two of the nanites.  But there seems to be something going on with Exeter.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
*XO*: Is he still restrained?
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
*CO*: Aye, sir.
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
MO: I see it, Jeddi... look... it's not really focused in any real area... here in the occipital cortex, and more so in the hippocampus. If I had to theories, I'd say he's experiencing some strong memories.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
*XO*: Roger keep me informed. Has the doctor been able to extract any of the nanites?
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: As the security officer with the sample exits she motions for one of the guards near her to follow him.::  Sec:  Anything... anything at all seems to go wrong, destroy the sample.  All you need to do is hit the blue button and anything within will be eradicated instantly.

XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
*CO*:  The two requested.  One is going to science lab two now where they are set up for it.
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
@*OPS*: Mississippi to Arondight, we have recovered all the core fragments. I will begin assembling them directly. I'll keep you updated.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
*XO*: Very good now lets hope we can find some answers.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
::Grunts as he remembers the death of a  certain subordinate called mcallister::
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
*CO*:  Like why we missed them is my first question.
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
@::Sets up a program in the Runabout computer to shut down magnetic containment of the antimatter on command in case things go badly and then moves to the back of the Runabout to begin assembling the pieces::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
<NoDuz>*CEO* Roger chief I will let the captain know.
MO_Jeddi says:
CMO:  You want me to work on the nanite or do you wish to?
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
*XO*: Exactly.
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
MO: We will do it together, Doctor. Right now, the CTO's immediate health is my priority. Let's make sure he's fine as he is before we finish here.
MO_Jeddi says:
:: Nods as he continues helping with Exeter::
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
@Self: Just what I wanted, a giant jigsaw puzzle. ::grumbles and starts trying to fit the pieces together::
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
@::Is surprised to find that it really is like a giant jigsaw puzzle, and the pieces fit together easily, it is only a matter of finding where the parts fit::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
::checks some reports while he waits to see what medical can come up with::
Host SM_Sam says:
ACTION: Exeter's brain goes into overdrive.
Host SM_Sam says:
ACTION: Medical monitors go crazy.
MO_Jeddi says:
MO:  Doc...
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
MO: We need to stabilize him. Suggestions?
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: Tenses as she watches what is going on inside.::
MO_Jeddi says:
CMO:  Sedative?  A very strong one?
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
MO: What for? He is sedated... it's his brain alone...
MO_Jeddi says:
CMO:  Exactly... we need to sedate his brain in some fashion.  We could put him a semi-coma.
Host SM_Sam says:
ACTION: Exeter begins to convulse.
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
MO: Do it. ::starts preparing a hypo spray::
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
*TC*  Transporter chief, stand ready.
Host SM_Sam says:
ACTION: Exeter's heart rate increases.
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
@::Finishes connecting all the parts of the computer core and runs some scans of the unit as a whole to get a better idea of how it works and what kind of power it would need to function::
MO_Jeddi says:
:: Nods and quickly reaches for the hypo spray, quickly changing the vials.  After a moment he dials in the dosage he wants and injects it into the CTO's Jugular.::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
<TC_Fast> *XO*: Ready any time you are Ma'am.
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
MO: Then we'll put him back in Stasis.
Host SM_Sam says:
ACTION: Exeter stabilizes and his heart rate, and brain activity slow down.
MO_Jeddi says:
:: sighs::  CMO:  He is stabilizing.
MO_Jeddi says:
CMO:  Heart rate going from dangerous levels down to normal.  :: shakes his head::  That does not make sense.  If it had continued, Exeter could have gone into cardiac arrest.  Why destroy what you want to control?
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
@::Finds the proper energy frequency and modulation required and sets the power converter to provide the core with the power it requires, then calls the ship:: *OPS*: Mississippi to Arondight, we have the core assembled and are preparing to power it up now.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
<NoDuz> *CEO*: Roger chief I have transporter locks on every crewmember on board just say the word and I will transport all of you out if needed.
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
MO: Maybe the nanites were warning us of what they could do.
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
@*OPS*: You'll be the first one I call. Starting power up now. ::starts the power into the core and waits to see what happens::
MO_Jeddi says:
:: Looks at Redwood::  CMO:  That would imply sentience.
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: Reaches up to activate the comm. unit beside her.::  *CMO/MO*: Gentlemen, is everything alright?
Host SM_Sam says:
@ACTION: Lights on the Runabout dim a little as the power is drained.  The Runabout's computer compensates.
MO_Jeddi says:
:: Looks up at the window and then at Redwood::
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
@::Does scans of the core as it powers up and watches what is happening::
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
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Host SM_Sam says:
@ACTION: The core powers up.
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
@*OPS*: We have a successful power up. I'll try to access the data and see what we have now.
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
MO: Which is what we theorized earlier. *XO*: Not too sure yet, Commander.
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
@::Attempts to access the data in the core and look around to see what is in there::

Host SM_Sam says:
@ACTION: The CEO interfaces with the core successfully.
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
*CMO*:  Is Exeter secure?  Is there anything I can assist you with?
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
<NoDuz> *CEO*; Do you think it is safe for me to tie in  a com link to retrieve the data as well?
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
@::Starts looking for data files, logs, and technical data to download so they can get some useful information on the ship, and where it came from, and most importantly, who made it::
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: Pauses to step away and listen to her comm.::  *CO*:  The nanite has made it safely to science and they have begun working on it.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
*XO*; Roger keep a close eye on everything down there
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
*XO*: For now, he seems to have stabilized. This whole thing makes me think they are sentient.
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
*CO*:  I am leaving two security officers with them.  They know their orders.
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
@*OPS*: Until I know what we are dealing with I was going to download the data into the Runabout, then if we find it's safe, we can transfer it to the Arondight. Think of it like the ultimate firewall.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
<NoDuz> *CEO*: Roger Chief keep me informed.
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: Looking at Oday she continues her report.::  *CO:  Exeter is stable.  The doctor believes the nanites may be sentient.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
*XO*: If that is so we need to find a way to communicate with them. Maybe the CEO will find something to help with that.
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
*XO*:  Sentience has always been one of those debatable questions.
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
@*OPS*: Found something. According to the log files there is a race of sentient beings called the Forerunners in the file, they created the nanites to help with things like automated construction, maintenance, and medical procedures. Then one of them programmed a little more intelligence into them and apparently they got out of hand.
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
*XO*: We won't know for sure until we examine them, but it does mean we have to be careful what tests we run in order not to be inhumane.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
*CEO* Chief the Doctor believes that these nanites may be sentient. So you may want to see if you can find some way to communicate with them also.
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
@*CO*: I'll see if I can access their base programming language Captain... stand by.
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
*CMO*:  Understood.  The captain is talking with the CEO about a way to communicate with them... if your supposition is true.
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
@::Checks the files to locate the program language of the nanites::
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
@*OPS*: I found the communications protocols, transferring the file to you now. ::Sends the data file to the Arondight::

CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
*XO*: I could use your expertise on examining this, if that suits you.
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
@::Starts making a copy of the nanite/Forerunner database in the Runabout memory for later review::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
<NoDuz> :: watches the file come in:: CO: The CEO has found some communication protocols and have sent them now.
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: smiles::  *CMO*:  You need only to ask.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
:: checks the file coming in:: *XO*: We may have a way to communicate with them Cmdr  sending you the file now. :: sends the file to sickbay::
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
::starts to wake up::
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: Steps over to one of the consoles and activates it.::  *CO*:  It is coming through now.  We will let you know what we find.
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
*CMO*:  The CEO has sent you a present.
MO_Jeddi says:
CMO:  Exeter is ready for... whatever you have planned for him.
Host SM_Sam says:
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Host SM_Sam says:
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