USS Arondight NCC-80477
Stardate 10904.19

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's log 10904.19:
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
Thanks to the CEO's work we have now gotten the communication protocols for these nanites that have infected our CTO. Hopefully we can now communicate with them and find out exactly what they want and get them to return our CTO back to normal
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
If not I am afraid that we will be left with no other option but to destroy them and anything that they are infecting.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
End Log
Host SM_Sam says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Escort Mission XVII >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
::In Main Engineering doing a full system diagnostic on the ship to check for nanites or any other problems::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
:: On Bridge going over reports and hoping that the XO and Doctor have some good news soon::
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
::in Sickbay:: *XO*: Commander, I think we've got the interface all set up. We're ready to attempt communication.
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: Leaving one of the scientists working on their nanite, she heads for medical to compare notes with Oday.::
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
*CMO*:  I will be there shortly.
MO_Jeddi says:
CMO:  Have you thought of what you are going to ask them?  Assuming they can respond.
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: As the lift stops, she turns slightly to the left and heads through the double doors.  With a nod to the nurse, she heads straight back for the small medical lab and others.::
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
MO: Well I don't know the protocol for first contacts, but ::shrugs:: I'm sure we'll think of something.
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
XO: Welcome back, Commander.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
*CEO*: Chief how is you scan coming?
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: Smiles::  CMO:  Anything new?
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
*CO*: Just got things going Captain. I'll keep you posted. So far, so good.
MO_Jeddi says:
CMO: How about, 'take me to your leader'.  :: speaks the last in a drone voice.::
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
XO: Just that the interface is ready. ::turns to Jeddi:: MO: Or... Exterminate...
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
*CEO*: Just a suggestion but you might want to check with the Doc and XO to see if they may have any thing that would help you locate these nanites.
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: Looks at Jeddi with a lifted brow::  MO:  Uh-hu...
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
CMO:  Science has pretty much concluded what you have.  They want to take one apart and tempting as that might be, if they are sentient, they will not take likely to us dissecting them alive.
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
::moves over to the interface:: XO: It's vocal, so it'll be easier and faster than a text based interface. I guess we'll get our answers now.
MO_Jeddi says:
:: Smiling at his old friend he looks at the doctor::  CMO:  You know... that could be more correct.  After all, they did choose our CTO.
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
CMO:  Speaking of, how is Exeter?
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: Stepping over to the group::  *CO*:  Captain, the interface is completed and we are ready to attempt communication.  :: feeling a bit odd with the concept.::  Would you like to make the introductions?
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
*CO*: Roger that Sir.
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
XO: Same, unfortunately. There has been no changes since we started setting up the interface. Maybe the nanites got their message across..
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
*CMO*: Doc, have you found a way to locate these little buggers effectively yet?
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
*XO*: Roger I will be down shortly. :: Heads for the TL::
MO_Jeddi says:
CMO/XO:  I will go check on him.
MO_Jeddi says:
:: With a nod to the pair, he slips out and heads for the isolation room.::
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
::nods to the MO, then hits his badge:: *CEO*: Yes Chief, but it isn't easy. Basically we spent a few hours with a giant microscope and literally looked for them.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
:: exits the TL and heads for sickbay::
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
*CMO*: OK, I'll rephrase the question. Is there any setting I can use on the sensors that would be effective in finding them? The Skipper wants me to check the ship for them.
MO_Jeddi says:
:: Nods to the two guards and moves to look through the window.::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
:: enters sick bay and looks for the CMO and XO::
MO_Jeddi says:
:: Noting the captain’s entrance.::  CO:  They are in the back lab, sir.
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
*CEO*: All I can tell you is that they are very adept at changing how they are perceived on scanners. It's how they got on board in the first place. I'd say just not to overlook anything, but no, there isn't a scan I can tell you. Sorry not to be of more use.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
MO: Thank you :: heads for the lab::
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
::nods to the CO as he walks in and lets the XO make her report::
MO_Jeddi says:
:: Nods and then turns back and taps the communication button near by.::   CTO:  Are you awake?
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
*CMO*: What about a unique power signature or some sort of resonance? They have to be powered by something. Can you check your samples please?
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
*CEO*: Yes Chief, I'll get on it as soon as I can.
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: Looks up from the notes she had been scanning through::  CO:  Captain...
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
*CMO*: Thanks Doc.
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
::Goes back to the diagnostics, looking for anything unusual::
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
::turns to the CO and XO:: CO/XO: Looks like I am needed and will miss the party. ::looks a little disappointed:: I'll be in main Sickbay.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
XO: Cmdr are we ready?
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
CMO: What is the emergency?
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
CO: The Chief needs a way to scan for the nanites.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
CMO: What is the best way you can suggest at this moment?
MO_Jeddi says:
:: Tries again:: *CTO*:  Sir?
MO_Jeddi says:
:: Narrows  his eyes slightly as he reads the medical scanner.::
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
CO:  Other then highly questioning these as intelligent, yes.
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
::smiles:: CO: A giant microscope. That's why I need to go over those readings again. If we knew they weren't sentient we could pop one open and find out the easy way.
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
CMO:  Check with science... perhaps they can aide you in that area.
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
::nods and heads out the room:: XO: Send me a copy of the recording when you are done.
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
CMO:  Ummm... not the popping one open, though they are dying to do so.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
CMO: If that is the case assign one of you science personal to look into it I want you with us.
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
::turns back:: CO: Gladly! ::moves back in the room and over to a console to send the appropriate message::

MO_Jeddi says:
:: Debates about waking the man up or not.::
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
::yawns and tries to go back to sleep::
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: Hides a smile behind her hand at Oday's response.::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
XO/CMO: Well shall we get this show on the road.
MO_Jeddi says:
:: catching the yawn::  *CTO*:  Did your mother not teach you it was rude to ignore someone?  Especially your doctor.  How are you feeling?
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
CO: Ready.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
CMO: Well then Doc lead the way.
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: Steps off the side to listen, her eyes on the readings to see if they alter with this form of communication.::
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
*::sits up;;*MO*: your not my doctor............ my doctor is Commander Varesh now be nice and go get him.
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
::activates the interface:: CO: Okay, interface is open. They're listening.
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
::Continues checking over the diagnostic data looking for unusual readings and looking for any unusual resonances or unexplained power readings::
MO_Jeddi says:
*CTO*:  Fortunately or not, I have been caring for you, however...  even given that, I am not familiar with a doctor Varesh.  Someone from your past?
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
*CTO*: To the entity now inhabiting Cmdr Exeter I am Captain James McDuggle of the USS Arondight. We wish to speak to you and determine your demands.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
*CO*: What entity, what am I doing on the Arondight and where the heck am I?
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
*CTO*: You are currently inside one of my crewmembers on board the Arondight. Where do you originally come from?
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
*CO*; Dublin, Earth, lovely city in Ireland.
MO_Jeddi says:
:: Pulls out his PADD and begins to access the database::  *CTO*:  Commander Varesh is currently assigned aboard the USS Andromeda.
Host SM_Sam says:
ACTION: Exeter's eyes glow, as he starts to shake.
MO_Jeddi says:
*CMO*:  Hey doc, the CTO's eyes are glowing like a firefly.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
*CTO*: That is where Cmdr Exeter came from what I need to know is where you as the entity inhabiting his body came from and what is your objective.
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: Looks at Oday with a lifted brow but does nothing more.  This is his show.::
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
*CO*; Do not compute.............. where we came from have no objectives only to keep us functioning
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
*MO*: The Captain is communicating with him now, it must be a sign of the nanites talking.
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: quickly types into a PADD and hands it to the captain::  CEO found out from the core that they were created by a species called the forerunners, a planet quite a distance from here.
MO_Jeddi says:
Hmmm... :: steps back and says nothing more, not wanting to divide the man's attention.::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
*CTO*: I can understand you need to keep functioning however if you remain where you are at the body will not keep functioning long and you will die with it.
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
::shakes his head at the CO::
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: Frowns as the being says he has no objective and then motions Oday closer to her so she can whisper quietly to him.::
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
::takes a leaf out of the XOs book and writes a message:: They have shown they can survive in space with no environment or a host.
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
::leans in to hear the XO::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
*CTO* What can you tell us of the race called the Forerunners?
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: Quietly::  CMO:  I think we may have found a problem.  From what the CEO found out, they did have a purpose, to fix things.
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
XO: Go on.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
::gets up:: *CO*: Forerunners............ they tried to stop us from functioning........... they destroyed themselves.
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: continues very quietly::  CMO:  Speaking through the CTO, they just said the had no objective except to function.  Perhaps something has gone wrong with the programming.  And as far as sentient... I am not convinced.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
*CTO* So you want a place where you can just continue to function? Is that correct?
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
::Puts his hands against isolation room wall and pushes:: *CO*: We found place, this entities brain is good place to function
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
*XO*: I know the Captain might be busy, so I'll just update you. So far the diagnostics are coming back clean. I'll keep checking however.
MO_Jeddi says:
:: Listening raises an eyebrow, considering if Exeter was the best place for them or not.::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
*CTO*: Unfortunately that entity has a limited operating time and will soon fail destroying you as well.
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
XO: If what you say is true, no, perhaps they are not. But apart from that the evidence shows otherwise.
Host SM_Sam says:
ACTION: The wall Exeter pushes breaks.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
*CO*: We will keep vessel functioning.
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: steps further away from the captain and turns away:: *CEO*:  Acknowledged.  Unfortunately, we do not seem to have much more for you other then these nanites seem to want to continue to function and it appears Exeter might be their new home.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
::walks through the rubble and looks around::
MO_Jeddi says:
:: curses under his breath as the guards pull out their phasers.::  *CTO*:  Sir, step away from the wall and take a seat.
Host SM_Sam says:
ACTION: In Main engineering, the CEO's panel starts beeping.
MO_Jeddi says:
*CMO*:  Doc, Exeter just put a hole in your wall.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
*CTO*: That vessel is a human being and has a life of his own. It would not be right for you to keep it.
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
::as alarms go off that isolation is breeched, he looks to the XO:: XO: Looks like your decision may have just been made for you.
Host SM_Sam says:
ACTION: Exeter's eyes glow again.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
::looks towards Jeddi, grabs him and then hurls Jeddi towards the guards then moves forwards::
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
*XO*: That's unfortunate. I'll have my people keep doing the diagnostics. I'm going to look over the data I downloaded from the core and see if there is a shutdown code or anything that is really bothersome to them, just in case we need to take direct action.
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
*MO*: Keep my informed, Jeddi. I can't do more out there than I am in here.
MO_Jeddi says:
:: Watching the CTO::  *CMO*:  You want us to shoot him or sedate him?
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
*CO*: What are humans
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: Turns to look at Oday::  CMO:  Not yet... I hope.
Host SM_Sam says:
ACTION: Jeddi gets thrown into the guards, just before the Guards shoot Exeter.  The phaser shot shoots the ceiling.
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
*MO*: He shouldn't be considered the CTO right now, and ask security, not me!
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: Quietly:: TC:  Prepare to beam the CTO to the escape pod.
MO_Jeddi says:
:: grunts::  *CMO*:  Emergency.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
*CTO*: No you are not you are machines made by the Forerunners to help them fix things.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
*CO*: Except useless carbon based bags of water......... this human no a better functioning being.
Host SM_Sam says:
<TC>: *XO*: Aye Commander.  Trying to get a lock.  There is too much interference.
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
::Goes to her office and pulls up the data from the alien core and starts looking for shutdown codes or any vulnerabilities that the crew might use as a defense::
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: At Jeddi's words dashes from the room to take in quickly what is before them.::  TC:  As soon as you have a lock, beam him.
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
XO: Looks like he just went too far. ::runs out to the isolation area::
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
::heads for  sickbay. investigating his surroundings:: *CO*: We have outgrown our programming........ we now control this vessel, he did fight us for a while, but lost.
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
CTO: You! Freeze!
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
*CTO*: If you continue as you are we will also destroy you. We wish a peaceful solution.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
::turns towards the CMO, raises and eyebrow, then grabs the CMO and throws him across the room::
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
::Moves toward the security guard and grabs the phaser.  Turning to the CTO, she fires.::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
:: fires on the CTO as well::
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
*CO*: Peace is useless............ we can't be destroyed, if you kill this vessel we'll move to new vessel
Host SM_Sam says:
ACTION: The phaser fire stuns Exeter a bit.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
::uses his hands to deflect the phaser beams::
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
::falls to the ground:: Self: Last time I let that guy get free treatment.
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
*CEO*:  Chief, we have a serious issue... isolate the area around medical and under no condition, let anyone in or out.  Protocol for hostile take over.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
::shakes his head and moves towards the CO and XO::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
TC: Transport Exeter now.
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: With regret, increases the level on the phaser and aims again to fire::  CTO:  Stop now...
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
::Finds the shutdown code and pulls it up, then transmits it over all the COMM channels on the ship::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
:: sets the phaser to heavy stun and fires again::
Host SM_Sam says:
ACTION: As the comm. goes through the ship, Exeter's eyes stop glowing, and he collapses onto the ground.
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: Watches as the captain’s fire hits Exeter::  CO:  Transporter chief is having a problem getting a lock.
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
*XO*: I found something better.
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: Steps over toward Oday and kneels down, not taking her eyes off of Exeter::  CMO:  Are you alright?
Host SM_Sam says:
ACTION: Blood begins to stain the carpet as his injuries come to light.
MO_Jeddi says:
:: Rubbing his head, he slowly moves toward the CTO::
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
::sits up:: XO: Just fine. ::annoyed and scrambles on the floor over to the CTO to assess him::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
XO: Lets hope that with him unconscious he can transport him now.
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
*CEO*:  What did you find?
MO_Jeddi says:
:: Seeing the blood::  CMO:  The CTO is bleeding.
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
*XO*: The shutdown code for the critters, I transmitted it over every COMM channel on the ship. Wherever they are they should have heard it.
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
*CEO*:  Excellent.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
CMO: Scan him and see if the nanites are still there?
Host SM_Sam says:
ACTION: The Nanites in the Science lab deactivate and shut down.
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
CO:  Seems the chief found their transmission code and shut them down.
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: Checks with the transporter chief to see if he can get a lock now.::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
XO: Very good be sure to put her in for an accommodation.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
::grunts, blinks and looks towards the ceiling of sickbay:: ALL: Where the heck am I?
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
CO: Massive internal failure... over use... I knew that level of activity couldn't be sustained. He needs immediate surgery. If you could all clear Sickbay. As far as I can tell the nanites are dead, at least for now.
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: Quietly::  CO:  Done.  And the transporter chief can get a lock... if you deem it necessary.
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
XO: Have the transport order put on standby it seems that Exeter may be back to his old self.
Host SM_Sam says:
ACTION: As Exeter tries to get up he falls again.
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
::coughs out blood:: Self: this isn't good!
MO_Jeddi says:
:: moves to assist the CTO::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
CMO: Aye Doc keep me informed. :: heads for the Bridge::
CTO-LtCmdr-Exeter says:
::passes out at the loss of so much blood::
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
*TC*:  You are back on standby.
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
::Goes to the MSD and makes sure all stations are secure and functioning normally, and checks in with her people::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
*CEO*; Chief good work now I need you to try and find all these nanites and transport them off the ship.
CMO_Dr_Redwood says:
::moves the CTO with the MOs help into an operating theatre::
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: Pauses to watch Oday and Jeddi, then turns to leave only to pause again.::  CO:  Captain, should I remain or...?
CEO_Lt_OReiley says:
*CO*: I'll see what I can do Captain, as soon as I make sure the ship is secure.

Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
*CEO* Roger Chief.
MO_Jeddi says:
:: Quickly sets the CTO up for emergency surgery::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
XO: Check with science and see if they came up with anything on the nanite that they have.
XO_Cmd_Mea`e says:
:: Nods::  ~~~~ CMO:  Good luck~~~~  :: Quickly leaves and heads for science::
Host CO_Capt_McDuggle says:
:: enters the TL and orders it to the bridge::
Host SM_Sam says:
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Host SM_Sam says:
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