Host Erryn says:
MISSION SUMMARY: The U.S.S. Artemis has successfully caught up with comet LES100093A. The comet has revealed a surprise...it's hollow.
Host Erryn says:
An away team, led by Dr. Jerhaz, has transported to the interior. There they have discovered the interior walls to be lined with seemingly thousands of hibernation modules, containing thousands of different races.
Host Erryn says:
Where do they come from? And why have they been in suspended animation for over 3,000 years? The answers await....
Host Erryn says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<Resume Mission>>>>>>>>>>>>>
EO_Woo says:
::in ME::
CTO_Somak says:
@::kneels down after another perimeter sweep, and watches everyone doing their things::
MO_Smith says:
::in sickbay putting things in order::
Host CO_Ross says:
::leaves his quarters after his subspace conference with Admiral Rickenboker concluded, he races up to the bridge::
ACSO_Bryn says:
@::after clearing another one of the modules, peers into a really interesting species she has never seen anything like before. ::  Whoa...
CEO_Russel says:
@::In the comet, looking around at the cylinders.::
Jerhaz says:
@::impassively looks around, occasionally raising an eyebrow::
TO_Glatz says:
@::catches some more readings with his tricorder, not registering any movement... he smiles::
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
::getting ready to leave Sickbay after being kept there like an experiment::
CNS_Farrel says:
::Monitoring the away team from the mission ops console at the side of the bridge::
EO_Woo says:
Computer: Create effectively a link between ME and the Engineering console on the Bridge...
ACSO_Bryn says:
@::Begins to look for a control station::
MO_Smith says:
::notices OPS getting ready to leave sickbay::
TO_Glatz says:
@CTO : Looks like this comet's really dead... Except for them.. ::points to the cylinders::
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
*CO*: Sir, permission to get back to duty?
MO_Smith says:
::sighs and goes back to work::
FCO_Teasley says:
::keeps time with the comet::
Host CO_Ross says:
::exits the TL onto the Bridge, a flurry of activity afoot there:: FCO: Mr. Teasley, I have the con, Status report
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: The icy fog, ever oppressive, only adds to the cryptlike environment.
EO_Woo says:
::checks link; heads toward warp core controls::
CTO_Somak says:
@TO: They are close enough to dead. We must make sure they don't change their minds...
ACSO_Bryn says:
@::Heads deeper into the station, trying to trace the energy source.  Glances back at the Vulcan with a sigh::
CEO_Russel says:
@::scans for the location of the vacuum energy device.::
TO_Glatz says:
@::walks over to one of the canisters:: CTO : I don't know.. Wouldn't it be interesting to see who they are? Why did they do this?
FCO_Teasley says:
CO: We're still in transport range of AT, no word from them yet
TO_Glatz says:
@CTO : After all, we ARE supposed to be explorers, right?
Jerhaz says:
@::continues scans of the modules::
Host CO_Ross says:
FCO: Do we have a lock on them?
TO_Glatz says:
@::looks up to the canister, awed at the alien behind it::
EO_Woo says:
::warp core online; begins a diagnostic on impulse engines::
MO_Smith says:
::makes sure all the biobeds are in working order, just in case::
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
::sitting on a biobed waiting for the CO to grant him permission to leave his "home" for the past couple of months::
ACSO_Bryn says:
@::adjusts her environmental suit as it seems to be getting colder, though it was probably more her imagination::
FCO_Teasley says:
::checks::
FCO_Teasley says:
CO: We still have a lock
CTO_Somak says:
@TO: Maybe we should get one beamed back to the ship, let the doctor get a good scan of them. Maybe revive one of them..
Host CO_Ross says:
FCO: Very well
ACSO_Bryn says:
@::Turns and almost runs into a computer interface::  Hmmm... what have we here.
MO_Smith says:
OPS:  Looking forward to returning to duty?
TO_Glatz says:
@::nods at the CTO::
Host CO_Ross says:
*MO*: Is Mr. Ewan fit for duty yet?
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
MO: Yes I am, I'm just itching to get back
CEO_Russel says:
@::frowns as his scan is inconclusive.::
ACSO_Bryn says:
@::Looks back and calls to the doctor, her voice appearing eerily in the suit::  Jerhaz:  Doctor, I have found a possible computer interface.
MO_Smith says:
*CO*:  Except for a slight itch, he's ready to go.
Jerhaz says:
@ Aloud:  The energy source is barely registering, it cannot be pinpointed.  intriguing ....
FCO_Teasley says:
::maintains course::
MO_Smith says:
::grins at OPS::
Host CO_Ross says:
::grins:: *MO*: Very good, have him report to the bridge once he clears through sickbay, Captain out
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
MO: I didn't intend to be a permanent resident
Jerhaz says:
@::turns:: CSO:  interface?  Clearafy ....
MO_Smith says:
OPS:  Off you go then.
ACSO_Bryn says:
@:: After a brief study, begins to touch a few of the buttons.  With surprise, she reads through some of the data that seems to come up::
CTO_Somak says:
@::searches for one with a mouth:: *CO*: Sir, I am thinking we should beam some of these creatures back to the ship. Make first contact....
FCO_Teasley says:
CO: Permission to ask a question sir
CEO_Russel says:
@::Walks over to the CSO.::
TO_Glatz says:
@::looks around, his duties apparently not needed in this eerie comet::
EO_Woo says:
::as the impulse diagnostic runs, Eric walks over to the controls for the sensors::
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
::tries to hold back his excitement as he smiles at the MO:: MO: You don't know how long I've waited to get of here, no offense
Host CO_Ross says:
*CTO*: Not just yet Mr. Somak, I want additional information before we wake anyone up :: thinks about Khan Nunein Singh::
MO_Smith says:
OPS:  None taken.  Report to your station.
ACSO_Bryn says:
@Jerhaz:  Well... let see.  According to this.  Our ship here was heading for somewhere and was knocked of course by an ::pauses trying to read what is there::  Hmmm... an ion storm.  It looks like the maneuvering drives were unable to correct themselves.
CNS_Farrel says:
::Gets up from the mission ops console, and walks over taking a seat at the captain's right, listening to the AT::
ACSO_Bryn says:
::glance at the CEO::
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
::hops off the biobed and scampers out the door, almost running::
CTO_Somak says:
@*CO*: Understood.
MO_Smith says:
::has never seen anyone scamper quite like that before::
TO_Glatz says:
@::sighs as he hears the CTO and the CO::
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: The comet continues to coldly and silently drift through space.
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
::reaches the nearest TL and enters:: TL: Bridge
ACSO_Bryn says:
@::runs her hands along the console trying to see if she can find an origin, destination and reason for the multiple species::
MO_Smith says:
::goes back to readying the biobeds, just in case::
Host CO_Ross says:
*CTO*: Mr. Somak, we seem to have plenty of time, the comet is not on any intercept course, we can stay with the comet for some time, anyother concerns?
Jerhaz says:
@CSO:  Can you define when this occurred?  And where exactly it was heading?
FCO_Teasley says:
::hopes the CSO and the Vulcan doc don't kill each other::
CTO_Somak says:
@*CO*: Not yet, sir.
TO_Glatz says:
@::wanders off to a nearby room, again filled with the curious looking canisters::
ACSO_Bryn says:
@Jerhaz:  Hmmm... According to this ::translates dates::  about 2800 years ago... they have been awhile here it would seem.
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
::during his slight trip to the Bridge, he thinks of how much he really disliked being in Sickbay::
ACSO_Bryn says:
@Jerhaz:  As far as destination, it seems it is in area of unmapped space.  I doubt they intended to be here that long.
TO_Glatz says:
@Self : I wonder what stories they would tell.. What we could learn from them... ::puts a hand to a cold canister, and rubs the condensed water off it so he can see inside::
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
::exits the TL onto the Bridge and smiles, then walks over to Ross:: CO: Sir, MacPherson-Quest reporting for duty! ::smiles::
CTO_Somak says:
@::walks up to the CSO and Jerhaz:: CSO: Any progress?
EO_Woo says:
::checks impulse diagnostics:: *FCO* Know that the impulse engines are ready whenever you need them, sir...
Jerhaz says:
@CSO:  Considering the time it would take for the comet to surround it. It is logical.
Host CO_Ross says:
*CTO*: Understood, dont take any actions out of the ordinary, remember this is a peacetime mission.
MO_Smith says:
::continues to putter around sickbay::
FCO_Teasley says:
*EO*: Thank you Mr. Woo
ACSO_Bryn says:
@::taps a few more keys::  Jerhaz:  Odd, this system seems to have four layers of redundancy.  Very cautious it would seem, even considering all the species.
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: A primitive sounding, mournful howl suddenly sounds inside the comet, echoing fearfully in the cavernous interior.
Host CO_Ross says:
::looks over at Mr. Ewan:: OPS: Mr. Ewan!, welcome back, position if you will
CTO_Somak says:
@*CO*: We'll report in when something comes up.
CNS_Farrel says:
::Smiles and nods to the new arrival on the bridge::
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
::smiles:: CO: Thank you Sir
ACSO_Bryn says:
@::stands very still and whispers::  What is that...
TO_Glatz says:
@::removes his hand from the canister, and hurries back to the others::
Jerhaz says:
COMM: Ship:  I am sending a data stream to you.  Please identify them organisms in the scans.
Jerhaz says:
<@>
CTO_Somak says:
@::whistles to Glatz, to get him to return::
Jerhaz says:
@ ::raise eyebrow at the sound::
Host CO_Ross says:
CNS: Counselor, how are your observations coming?
Host CO_Ross says:
[are]
CEO_Russel says:
@::closes his tricorder and puts a hand on his phaser's handle.::
TO_Glatz says:
@::pats his tricorder on his way, trying to find the source of the sound::
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: The sound continues, with the echoing increasing in volume toward a deafening whine.
TO_Glatz says:
@::winces as the sound starts becoming a nuisance
MO_Smith says:
::wanders into the CMO's office.  Sits down and puts feet up on desk::
ACSO_Bryn says:
@::turns and aims her tricorder in the general direction of the sound::
Jerhaz says:
@ Aloud:  I believe that one of the organisms may have been freed. I defensive action needs to be established
ACSO_Bryn says:
@::shakes her head at the deafening whine::
CTO_Somak says:
@::grabs a tricorder, and walks in the direction of the sound::
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: The AT locates the sound as coming from one of the nearby pods.
TO_Glatz says:
@::aloud:: Jerhaz : How have you come to that conclusion?
CNS_Farrel says:
CO: Good captai-  ::Is cut of by a sudden rush of emotions:: Captain...something has ...startled the away team...
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
::walks over to OPS:: Giles: I'll take over OPS now ::smiles::
TO_Glatz says:
@:.pinpoints the source:: All : There ::points::
ACSO_Bryn says:
@Jerhaz:  Well I didn't free it...  ::points toward the left::  The source seems to be over there...
Host CO_Ross says:
OPS: Mr. Ewan, reestablish communications with the AT
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: A small panel on the pod in question is blinking oddly.
Jerhaz says:
@TO:  It is not one of our team
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
::returns the smile:: <Ens_Giles> OPS: Sir, great to have you back
CEO_Russel says:
@::looks at the pod from which the sound is coming.::
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
CO: Aye Sir
TO_Glatz says:
@::reaches the pod, his hand on his phaser::
FCO_Teasley says:
::keeps time with the comet::
CTO_Somak says:
@::walks over to the blinky panel and takes a look at the read out.::
MO_Smith says:
::hopes nothing exciting happens on her shift::
ACSO_Bryn says:
@::scans the pod while everyone stands around::  Jerhaz:  This pod appears to be malfunctioning... If we don't do something, it will die soon.
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
::Giles walks away and Ewan takes over OPS and tries to re-establish communications with the AT::
ACSO_Bryn says:
@::Looks up at Jerhaz::  It can't survive in this comets environement... we will need to beam it aboard.
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
COMM: Away Team: This MacPherson-Quest, can anyone hear me?
Host CO_Ross says:
<Mr. Giles>: Take over Tactical
TO_Glatz says:
@ACSO : We can't just let it die.. Can't you do something?
EO_Woo says:
::continues monitoring impulse and warp engines::
Jerhaz says:
@::goes over and scans the pod:  ALL:  This pod is malfunctioning.  The inhabitant will die soon.  ::taps tricorder:  My calculations  state it can not survive outside it's pod long in this atmosphere
Host CO_Ross says:
<Mr. Giles>: Aye Sir
FCO_Teasley says:
CO: Sir, I'm picking an ion storm on LRS
ACSO_Bryn says:
@TO:  Not here... on the ship maybe...
Jerhaz says:
@CSO:  I would recommend quarantine situations.  Preferably a shuttlecraft away from main ship.
Host CO_Ross says:
CNS: Anything further panic Counselor?
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
COMM: ACSO: This MacPherson-Quest, come in
ACSO_Bryn says:
@COMM: OPS:  This is Bryn.  We have a problem here.
Host CO_Ross says:
FCO: Will we intercept it on our current heading?
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
::looks at Ross: CO: Sir I have the AT
MO_Smith says:
::relives fond memories of her last visit to Risa::
CNS_Farrel says:
::Focuses on the emotions projecting from the AT:: CO: Captain...i believe everything is alright...the sense of panic is lessening...
FCO_Teasley says:
CO: In about 15 minutes sir
Host CO_Ross says:
OPS: Beam them out of there Mr. Ewan
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
CO: Aye Sir
ACSO_Bryn says:
@COMM: OPS:  We have a malfunctioning life pod here and limited amount of time.
Host CO_Ross says:
OPS: Belay that Mr. Ewan
ACSO_Bryn says:
@::hears the captain::  COMM:CO:  Sir... we need to bring another aboard and in a quarantined environment.
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
::establishes a lock:: CO: Aye Sir, but I'll maintain a lock on them
Host CO_Ross says:
OPS: Have Engineering beam over some field generators
FCO_Teasley says:
CO: Captain, take a look at this
ACSO_Bryn says:
@::Looks at Jerhaz::
Host CO_Ross says:
COMM: ACSO: Mr. Kayan, I would like to find out more about these people, whatever you want to do you will have to do it there for the time being
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: The pod console goes black, and a hissing is heard from the pod.
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
CO: Aye Sir
CTO_Somak says:
@::stands ready::
Host CO_Ross says:
::Looks over at the FCO's panel::
Jerhaz says:
@CSO:  A shuttlecraft would be preferable. The main ship could be contaminated
FCO_Teasley says:
CO: There are several pockets where we could pass through safely
Host CO_Ross says:
FCO: What will the comet's path take them?
ACSO_Bryn says:
@CO:  We don't?  Well, it doesn't matter; we need to bring the malfunctioning pod aboard anyways.  The doctor suggests we use a shuttlecraft.  Either way, I need tools and I need a better environment to work in.
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: With a thud, the squid-like alien inside slumps against the transparent surface.
MO_Smith says:
::takes feet of CMO's desk and wipes off the marks::
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
*EO*: I need you to beam over some field generators to the AT at these coordinates ::sends Woo the coordinates::
FCO_Teasley says:
CO: I think I got an idea about that
CEO_Russel says:
@All:  I think it's too late.
Jerhaz says:
@CSO: The pod has failed the occupant is dying
ACSO_Bryn says:
@::looks frustrated::  COMM:OPS:  Beam me and the pod to sickbay, level 7 quarantine field.
EO_Woo says:
::receives coordinates:: *OPS* Understood, sir. I'll get right on it...
TO_Glatz says:
@::looks at the being:: All : We need to get it out of there.... ACSO : Do you think we can make the environment in the ship match this alien's specifications? If so.. We could probably save it..
Host CO_Ross says:
OPS: Mr. Ewan, have Mr. Woo, ready a shuttle with medical, power, isolation equipment, and have the computer pilot it over to transporter range of the AT
ACSO_Bryn says:
@TO:  Whatever we do... we need to do it soon.
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
CO: Sir beam out the ACSO?
EO_Woo says:
::leaves ME; heads for storage::
MO_Smith says:
::checks out the objects on the CMO's desk::
FCO_Teasley says:
CO: Sir I got an idea
ACSO_Bryn says:
@CEO:  If you can help get it open... ::Looks at the CEO::
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: The alien makes a strange, weeping sound....
Jerhaz says:
@:: wonders if her universal translator is malfunctioning because they aren't understand a word she is saying::
CEO_Russel says:
@CSO:  Of course.
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
*EO*: Mr. Woo, I need you to ready a shuttle with medical, power, isolation equipment and have the computer pilot it at transporter range of the AT
ACSO_Bryn says:
@CEO:  Can we get any power to it...  I can't open it here... it will die.  If we don't get it out, it will die... ::feels very frustrated::
EO_Woo says:
*OPS* Okay, sir. Do I still beam over the field generators, or shall I place those into the shuttle as well?
FCO_Teasley says:
CO: We could use the tractor beam and route it through the main deflector and drag the comet with us through the ion storm
CNS_Farrel says:
::Trembles suddenly as pain and anguish wash over her from the alien...::
Host CO_Ross says:
::sits in his chair, not believing what he is about to do:: OPS: Beam the ACSO and the pod to cargo bay 1,
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
::gets a lock on the ACSO and the pod, begins beamout to Sickbay into a level 7 quarantine field::
CEO_Russel says:
@CSO:  Hum... ::walks back to the console.::
MO_Smith says:
::stands up and stretches::
ACSO_Bryn says:
@::starts to say something and stops as she feels herself beamed off the comet::
CEO_Russel says:
@::tries to re-route power to the pod.::
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
::changes that to Cargo Bay 1::
ACSO_Bryn says:
::Looks around for someone to help::
CNS_Farrel says:
::Focuses on the alien mind..."Hang on just a moment longer...we will help you"::
CEO_Russel says:
@Self:  Oh well...
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: The pod and CSO materialize in sickbay, behind a level 7 quarantine field.
ACSO_Bryn says:
*Medical*:  I need help.... STAT.
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
CO: Sir, Mr. Woo wants to know if he should put the field generators on the shuttle as well?
EO_Woo says:
::enters storage; removes some field generators::
Host CO_Ross says:
FCO: We dont have the mass to divert the comet.
MO_Smith says:
::notices the ACSO and the pod and hurries over::
Host CO_Ross says:
OPS: Yes, lets send them what they need
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
CO: Aye Sir
FCO_Teasley says:
CO: Oh
ACSO_Bryn says:
::Reads her tricorder data, seeing it can survive in the ships atmosphere, begins to try and open it.::
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
*EO*: Mr. Woo yes put them on the shuttle as well
MO_Smith says:
ACSO:  What's up?
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: The pod opens, and the squid floppily hits the floor.
MO_Smith says:
ACSO:  ewww....  ::jumps back::
ACSO_Bryn says:
::Looks up at the MO::  MO:  We have a medical emergency, but first...  never mind... I got it open.
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: The alien gasps as it finally takes in some fresh air.
Jerhaz says:
::goes back to working::
MO_Smith says:
::scans the squid with a medical tricorder::
EO_Woo says:
*OPS* Understood, sir. ::heads towards shuttle bay with field generators:: *MO* Excuse me, sir, but could you prepare some medical supplies for the away team to the shuttle bay?
ACSO_Bryn says:
::Carefully checks the alien over::  Interesting...
Host CO_Ross says:
OPS: Mr. Ewan, I'll be in Sickbay, you have the con
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
CO: Yes Sir
CNS_Farrel says:
CO: Captain, permission to join you
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: The alien flops over on its back (?) clumsily, taking in huge gulps of air.
Jerhaz says:
@COMM: CO:  Captain I have found an interesting fact.
MO_Smith says:
::tries to make sense out of the tricorder readings::
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
::takes over the Big Chair as Giles takes over OPS::
Host CO_Ross says:
::exits the bridge to the TL and heads for sickbay:: COMM: Jerhaz: I read you Doctor, go ahead
ACSO_Bryn says:
::gently assists it::  Alien:  It's OK.  Take deep breaths slowly.  You are safe.
MO_Smith says:
ACSO:  What is this?
CNS_Farrel says:
::Enters the TL at the last minute, joining the captain::
CTO_Somak says:
@::lowers rifle:: TO's: Back into formation.
Jerhaz says:
@  COMM:CO:  The  computer is monitoring the brain functioning , but it is also sending data to the occupants brain
EO_Woo says:
::enters the shuttle bay, walks toward a shuttle::
ACSO_Bryn says:
MO: Someone much older then you and I.
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: The squid's twelve eyestalks blink and look in all directions simultaneously.
Host CO_Ross says:
:looks at the Counselor:: CNS: This should prove interesting
CNS_Farrel says:
::Feels disoriented, and stumbles back against the turbolift, regaining her balance::
CEO_Russel says:
@::scans the other pods, looking for malfunctions.::
ACSO_Bryn says:
Alien:  Can you understand me?
MO_Smith says:
::figures out some basics of its physiology and prepares a hypospray to help it breath::
Host CO_Ross says:
COMM: Jerhaz: Would the being now aboard be out of contact with the comet's computer?
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: The squid’s stalks swing quickly to aim at the MO, with alarm at the motion.
CNS_Farrel says:
CO: Captain, I have been able to sense the alien on an emotional level...it is very afraid, and confused...
ACSO_Bryn says:
::Does nothing threatening::
MO_Smith says:
::jumps back::
Jerhaz says:
@COMM:  possible but cannot be confirmed as of now.
Host CO_Ross says:
CNS: Do you think you can communicate with it?
MO_Smith says:
::adjusts the hypospray to sedate it a bit::
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: With a hideous shriek, the alien bursts forth, flailing tentacles madly at the MO.
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
::is surprised that he has the CONN so soon after just returning to duty::
ACSO_Bryn says:
MO:  Doctor... put that away....
Host CO_Ross says:
COMM: Jerhaz: Very well Doctor, do what you can Ross out
ACSO_Bryn says:
::In a calming voice::  Alien:  It is OK... we mean no harm...
MO_Smith says:
::puts the hypospray away::  ACSO:  Perhaps we should erect a force field around it?
Host CO_Ross says:
::Exits the TL with the CNS accompanying to SB::
Jerhaz says:
@::raise eyebrow and continues to work::
EO_Woo says:
::activates a shuttle, places field generators inside:: Computer: Please beam a standard medical supplies package into the shuttle bay and power supplies from storage.
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: Slaps several tentacles into the MO's head, sending her spiraling away, then proceeds to trash a desk.
MO_Smith says:
::spirals away and falls over backwards::
ACSO_Bryn says:
*Security*:  Team to sickbay
CNS_Farrel says:
CO: I'm not sure ::Her eyes closed, more completely unfamiliar emotions entering her:: It's mind is completely alien...but i can sense...sense something more....something... ::Sighs and opens her eyes:: I'm sorry sir, I can't explain it...
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
*EO*: Mr. Woo get the shuttle away?
FCO_Teasley says:
CO: Sir ion storm 5 minutes away
FCO_Teasley says:
::looks for best route::
Host CO_Ross says:
::Enters Sickbay, sees the MO falling to the deck, rushes over to help::
ACSO_Bryn says:
::goes to check on the doctor::
EO_Woo says:
*OPS* I am about ready. You can launch the shuttle now.
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: The alien screeches again, lunging for the CSO....
Host CO_Ross says:
FCO: Understood
MO_Smith says:
::sits up and wipes some slime off forehead::
CTO_Somak says:
<Sec> ::jumps into the turbo lift, and speeds away to the sickbay::
CNS_Farrel says:
::Enters sickbay with the captain::
Jerhaz says:
@:: both eyebrows go up,::  thinks to self::  This a 3 dimensional data stream.  Theoretically it could be created on the holodeck......
ACSO_Bryn says:
::runs a scan over the doctor::  CO:  Captain, help me get her to the biobed please...
Host CO_Ross says:
*OPS*: go to red alert prior to reaching the outer perimeter of the ion storm
Host CO_Ross says:
::Assists Mr. kayan::
MO_Smith says:
ACSO:  Its okay.  I'm fine.  We should try and sedate that thing, though.
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
*EO*: Aye ::looks back to Giles:: Giles: open Shuttle Bay 1 doors and send out the shuttle <Giles> Yes Sir ::opens the doors and sends out the shuttle::
ACSO_Bryn says:
::moves out of the aliens way, drawing its attention away from the captain and doctor::  Alien: It is OK... no one is going to harm you.
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
*CO*: Aye Sir
CNS_Farrel says:
::opens her mind to the alien trying to communicate  "we mean you no harm...please...we only want to help"::
MO_Smith says:
::grabs the hypospray and gets up.  Tries to sneak up on the alien::
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: The alien slams into the force field, sending her sprawling, and then lifts a heavy piece of metal....
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
FCO: Teasley: how far are we from the perimeter of the ION storm?
CTO_Somak says:
<Sec> ::enters, and stops before the force field::
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: Quite suddenly, the alien stops moving as it is injected with the sedative...and collapses to the floor.
ACSO_Bryn says:
Dang she is strong...
Jerhaz says:
COMM: CO:  Captain the data stream I located is actually a stream of 3 dimensional data.  I believe I could recreate it in he holodeck.
Host CO_Ross says:
ACSO: Mr. Kayan, we need to calm this being before anyone else gets injured, out of the containment area
MO_Smith says:
::hopes she didn't kill it::
ACSO_Bryn says:
::cautiously goes to the alien::  CO:  It is sedated.  ::Looks at the doctor::
FCO_Teasley says:
OPS: Checking
CNS_Farrel says:
::Sighs as the aliens mind falls silent from the sedative, the intensive link broken.  Farrel takes a deep breath::
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: The Artemis reaches the outer fringes of the ion storm.
ACSO_Bryn says:
::As she reaches the alien she stops and sighs heavily::  CO:  Cancel that.... ::kneels down::
MO_Smith says:
::scans the alien::  ALL:  Help me get it up on a bed.
ACSO_Bryn says:
::Looks sadly up at them::  CO:  It's dead...
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
:: puts the Artemis on Red Alert:
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
::
Host CO_Ross says:
COMM: Jerhaz: Have Mr. Ewan downlink the stream through the deflector dish and run it through the holodeck
MO_Smith says:
Thinks to self:  Oops.
ACSO_Bryn says:
::helps them lift the alien onto the bed::
ACSO_Bryn says:
::Checks to find any life signs at all::
CTO_Somak says:
<Sec> ::tries to find something to hold on to, then lifts it up::
CNS_Farrel says:
::Runs over and helps:: ACSO: No...it can't be dead...?
Host CO_Ross says:
::puts his hands on his hips:: Resuscitate Doctor!
FCO_Teasley says:
OPS: We're on the outer fringes of it
MO_Smith says:
::thinks the CO must be joking::
MO_Smith says:
::scans the alien some more::
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
FCO: Thanks Joe, we're at red alert, be prepared to get us out of here quickly if need be
Host CO_Ross says:
::Sees the look the Doctor just gave:: MO: we have to try Doctor!
Jerhaz says:
COMM: CO: Aye.... OPS:  Mr Macpherson downlink the stream through the deflector dish and run it through the holodeck
MO_Smith says:
CO:  There is no way to resuscitate.  It suffered a massive brain hemorrhages.
CNS_Farrel says:
::runs over to the equipment shelf and grabs the cortical stimulator and slaps it on the alien's head::  MO: We have to try!
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
COMM: Jerhaz: Aye
ACSO_Bryn says:
@::Looks up from the scans::  CO/CNS:  There was a massive brain hemorrhage.  ::steps back::
ACSO_Bryn says:
<delete @>
MO_Smith says:
::can't wait to dissect it::
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: The squid wiggles unconsciously.
ACSO_Bryn says:
::frowns in surprise at it moves::  What the...
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: The Artemis fully meets the ion storm.
MO_Smith says:
::looks puzzled and scans the seemingly dead alien::
Host CO_Ross says:
MO: understood, The being should be placed in stasis
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
::begins the downlink of the stream through the deflector dish and runs it through the holodeck::
FCO_Teasley says:
CO: We're going in!
EO_Woo says:
::returns to ME::
CTO_Somak says:
@TO: So.. What do you reckon's going on up there?
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: The holodeck reconstruction is online.
FCO_Teasley says:
::brings the ship up to the first safe zone::
Host CO_Ross says:
*FCO*: Understood Mr. Teasley, keep the Artemis on an even keel, as best you can!
MO_Smith says:
::looks at the ACSO questioningly, but does as asked::
CNS_Farrel says:
ACSO/MO: I already put it on the alien.... please try it!  
Host CO_Ross says:
*OPS*: Understood, have you advised the AT of the storm?
MO_Smith says:
::thinks she's hearing things::
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
COMM: Jerhaz: We are now in the Ion storm
FCO_Teasley says:
::looks for next zone::
ACSO_Bryn says:
MO:  See if you can find out what caused the actual death.
CNS_Farrel says:
::Sighs and goes over to medical console to do it herself:: ALL: CLEAR! ::Punches the engage button for cortical stimulation::
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: The holodeck reconstruction is still online, merely waiting for someone to go look at it.
ACSO_Bryn says:
CNS:  The alien is dead... there is nothing we can do further...
Jerhaz says:
@:: comes up with another  interesting item, each pod has a different stream going to it::
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: The alien twitches some more.
MO_Smith says:
::looks at the alien suspiciously::
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
*CO* Sir the holodeck reconstruction is online; need someone to check it?
Jerhaz says:
@COMM:  CO: There is not just one stream but one for each pod.
FCO_Teasley says:
::heads for second area::
ACSO_Bryn says:
::Looks sadly at the captain and shakes her head::
Host CO_Ross says:
ACSO: Anything Kayan?
ACSO_Bryn says:
CO:  There is nothing further we can do, except try to discover what happened so that we do not make the same mistake again.
MO_Smith says:
::approaches the alien with a tricorder and scans it::
CNS_Farrel says:
ACSO: You're right... ::hand drops from the console:: I'm sorry...it's just so earie to have been in it's mind when it... ::Trails off::
Host CO_Ross says:
::Sighs deeply:: place the being into stasis, run every scan you can think of, and then be creative
CEO_Russel says:
@Jerhaz:  Perhaps we should get someone to check on the holodeck reconstruction.
MO_Smith says:
::surreptitiously pokes the alien to see if it twitches again::
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: The ship shudders lightly as it hits a rough patch of the storm.
ACSO_Bryn says:
CNS:  I have never had the experience, but I think I understand the basics.
Host CO_Ross says:
*EO*: Mr. Woo, how are the shields holding?
Jerhaz says:
@CEO: Indeed ::still working::
FCO_Teasley says:
OPS: Sorry about that
ACSO_Bryn says:
::nods to the doctor to proceed::
MO_Smith says:
ACSO/CO:  It seems to have died of stress.  Most of its organs are damaged::
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
*CO*: Jerhaz says there is not just one stream but also one for each pod
ACSO_Bryn says:
::keeps her balance as the ship rocks::
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
FCO: No problem
MO_Smith says:
::prepares to put the alien into stasis::
CEO_Russel says:
@Jerhaz:  Do you want me to order someone to go?
ACSO_Bryn says:
MO:  That is a lot... odd such a delicate being is able to survive in such a situation to begin with... ::Mutters::  whatever that may have been.
Host CO_Ross says:
*OPS*: Understood, advise Dr. Jerhaz, that the being we beamed over has expired, most likely from the stress of its new surroundings
FCO_Teasley says:
::looks for safe zone::
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: The holodeck reconstruction is still ready, waiting with interminable patience for somebody...anybody...to walk into the holodeck and observe it.
CNS_Farrel says:
::Farrel looks back, searching for anything she had read and perhaps missed...::
Jerhaz says:
@CEO:  It is better then do as they as impression of a paperweight
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
*CO* Sir the holodeck reconstruction is online, just needs someone to check it
MO_Smith says:
::shakes her head sadly::
EO_Woo says:
*CO* The shields are on-line, 100%
ACSO_Bryn says:
CO: Shall we return to the bridge?
Host CO_Ross says:
*OPS*: Excellent, Mr. Farrel will be enroute and I will join him there ::looks at the Counselor::
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
COMM: Jerhaz: the being we beamed over has died, most likely from its new surroundings
FCO_Teasley says:
::takes the ship through a safe zone::
MO_Smith says:
ACSO:  Was there more like this down there?
MO_Smith says:
::shudders involuntarily::
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: The ship flies smoothly through the first set of storm pockets.
ACSO_Bryn says:
MO:  There were many various species of aliens I have never seen before and some that seem vaguely familiar.
FCO_Teasley says:
OPS: Time to departure?
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
FCO: One second
Host CO_Ross says:
ACSO: Not yet, I want to have a look at that holodeck projection
MO_Smith says:
ACSO:  Odd.
Jerhaz says:
@COMM: OPS:  it may have been stressed from the removal from the link
ACSO_Bryn says:
CO:  Shall I join you?
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
*CO*: When do you want us to get out of this storm?
CNS_Farrel says:
::Meets eyes with the captain:: CO: Captain...their was definitely something more in the alien before it died...a mysterious emotion or sensation that vaguely seems familiar to me...
Host CO_Ross says:
ACSO: Yes please join us
MO_Smith says:
::puts the alien in stasis and wonders what the CNS sensed from it::
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
*CO*: Dr. Jerhaz says the being more have likely died from stress of being removed from the link
Host CO_Ross says:
*OPS*: As long as the AT is on the comet, I want to remain close by, is there any danger to the ship?
ACSO_Bryn says:
::Nods and heads out to the holodeck, her thoughts a bit troubled::  CO:  How did we go from trying to save it to killing it.  ::a rhetorical statement::
FCO_Teasley says:
::checks for next safe zone::
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
*CO*: Everything looks good
ACSO_Bryn says:
::arriving at the holodeck doors, stands before it, ready to enter::
Host CO_Ross says:
*OPS*: Dr. Jerhaz is probably correct; stay on present course, I will be in HD1
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
FCO: We are to remain close by
ACSO_Bryn says:
::Looks at the captain::
CNS_Farrel says:
::Standing beside Bryn, looks at her then the captain with the same curious-worried look::
Host CO_Ross says:
::Stands at the door, takes a step towards the door, it opens::
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: As they enter the holodeck, they immediately witness the scene of a hot desert sandstorm.
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
FCO: Also stay on present course
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
*CO*: Understood
ACSO_Bryn says:
::puts up a hand at the blast of heat::  What the... talk about something not fitting.
FCO_Teasley says:
OPS: Understood
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: In the distance, difficult to see through the dust, is the alien that died in sickbay. It is chained to the ground and screaming in utter anguish.
MO_Smith says:
::scans the alien corpse  learning all she can about it::
Host CO_Ross says:
::looks at the ACSO and CNS, then runs towards the alien::
CNS_Farrel says:
::Puts her arm up to shield away the blasting sand...makes out the gruesome sight in the distance:: all: Oh my god...
ACSO_Bryn says:
::Peers through the storm toward an anguished cry:: CO/CNS:  What is that?
ACSO_Bryn says:
::Follows behind, shielding her eyes::
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: Small beaked creatures are tearing off small bits of its flesh, and each tear quickly infects to cause more searing pain.
ACSO_Bryn says:
::Looks in horror as they near the being::
Host CO_Ross says:
ACSO: It looks like another being, just like we left in Sickbay ::yelling through the wind and sand particles flying through the air::
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
::doing his best while having the CON::
CNS_Farrel says:
All: What is this?  This is the data file?  What kind of sick twisted nut would archive something like this?
ACSO_Bryn says:
<Computer>:  End sandstorm.
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: This much is clear. For the squid-like creature, this would be the closest thing to Hell.
Host Erryn says:
ACTION: The calm grid of the holodeck appears and the winds die.
Host CO_Ross says:
::Attempts to scare off the beaked creatures::
ACSO_Bryn says:
CNS:  Someone very cruel...
FCO_Teasley says:
::sees a very long safe zone and heads for it::
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
COMM: Jerhaz: How are things over there?
MO_Smith says:
::realizes she has some cuts and bruises from her tangle with the alien and fixes herself up::
CNS_Farrel says:
ACSO/CO: I'm starting to get a feeling what that comet is for....and I’m not liking it one bit....
ACSO_Bryn says:
::Looks at the CNS::  What?
Host CO_Ross says:
ACSO/CNS: I don’t think this was an archive, .......... I think we just saw what that alien was going through, if the links are transmitting to all the pods, perhaps all of the pods on the comet, just saw what we saw!
Jerhaz says:
@::after some digging finds  an interesting list....  A list of the prisoners and their crimes. This is a prison ship.::
CNS_Farrel says:
ACSO/CO: Some kind of traveling experiment in torture...?
Jerhaz says:
@ COMM: CO:  Captain this ship a prison ship, all of it's occupants are criminals
ACSO_Bryn says:
CO:  The same, or each on different?
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
COMM: Dr. Jerhaz: Understood
Host CO_Ross says:
COMM: CO: Understood Doctor, prepare your AT to return to the ship as soon as we are out of the ion storm
ACSO_Bryn says:
CNS:  A prison ship?
Host CO_Ross says:
edit COMM: CO to COMM: Jerhaz
CNS_Farrel says:
::Her mind clears suddenly it all makes sense:: CO: Captain...i believe i know what that sensation was i couldn't identify earlier...the
CNS_Farrel says:
creature was utterly mad...insane. This wasn't just
CNS_Farrel says:
SHOWN to the creature, it was forced to EXIST like
CNS_Farrel says:
this...for 3000 years.
ACSO_Bryn says:
::Looks at her captain::  CO:  We can't leave them.  It has been over 2800 years.  No one deserves such punishment ::whispers::  If they are even sane any longer.
Host CO_Ross says:
CNS: What is that Counselor?
FCO_Teasley says:
::hits the long zone::
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
*CO*: When do you want us out of this storm?
CNS_Farrel says:
ACSO/CO: It's own personal hell...forced to exist in it for 3000 years ::the end of her sentance chokes off from her own shock and horror as she meets eyes with the captain and ACSO::
Host CO_Ross says:
ACSO: 2800 years, a few more hours wont make any difference; I am not about to release uncounted criminals into the Federation
ACSO_Bryn says:
CO:  I did not mean right now sir... just as long as we don't simply abandon them.
Jerhaz says:
@AT:  front and center, prepare to leave soon as the ship is through the storm
Host CO_Ross says:
ACSO: I will take it under advisement Lt. Right now; we have an AT in the midst of criminals...........
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
FCO: How long until we're out of this storm?
ACSO_Bryn says:
::Looks at the CNS and shakes her head::  CNS:  You realize, if they are mad... the chances of recovery may be slim.
ACSO_Bryn says:
CO:  Time to bring them home sir.
MO_Smith says:
::checks the time and is very glad her shift is almost up::
FCO_Teasley says:
OPS: About 50-55 minutes
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
FCO: Understood
CNS_Farrel says:
ACSO:i have seen dark minds before...and i can't give up on them...no one is beyond help.
OPS_MacPherson-Quest says:
COMM: Dr. Jerhaz: 50-55 minutes until we're out of the storm
Host Erryn says:
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