Star Trek: A Call To Duty

USS Huron NCC 61245 SD 10306.07

Starring:
Jim Koeller as CO Ethan Knight 
Eric Woo as XO Eric Woo
Christopher Barnes as OPS Chris Barnes
Chris Esterhuyse as FCO Dylan Roznine
Emily Dueckman as CEO Victoria Hansen
Pam Bruyere as EO Holly Ivy Sparks
Jackie Germann as CTO Michelle Peters 
Steve Weller as TO EcThelIon 
 Graham Smiley as CMO Guriegn Harek
 Arlene McIntyre as Elgae
Trish Yarborough as Elgaell, Stna, Targa, SM

Absent
Eduardo Oneto as CIV Charles On
Martin Lemmen as CSO Edward Bluestine

Mission Summary
	The crew take a few minutes for a small breather, before continuing to scavenge for any items that may have followed them here from the Huron. However, their search is cut short when two giant falcons fly by and begin to harass the crew, before finally taking away the CEO and the CTO to their nest. The rest of the crew are in pursuit.
	The falcon nest is situated high above, on the top of a mountain – but being the lizards that they are, climbing the mountain is no difficult task. Once atop, the crew attempt to rescue the CEO and CTO by scaring the falcons away and killing their chicks. As the chicks are killed, the falcons mysteriously fly away, never to be seen again…
	The crew head back down to the surface, but in the distance they see an army of giant ants approaching – this is getting ridiculous. The crew quickly head for a nearby lake, and swim towards an island where they may be safe from the ants.
	Once on the island, Targa appears and approaches the CO… perhaps now is the time for discussion.

Suggested Listening Accompaniment
 Soundtrack: “Gladiator” Track 03, “The Battle”

Host SM-Trish says:
USS Huron 10306.07 “Ghost Town, Part XV”

The crew is now scavenging the area for whatever was brought from the ships.  Perhaps a way can be found to help them get back to their own time and dimension.

Host ElgaeII says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Begin Mission >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Prepping slings from scraps of cloth found about the area.::

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::stands next to the Captain flaring her frill at him::CO: I like monitor lizards and you're a very nice specimen.

FCO_Roznine says:
::opens an eye and looks around::

Host ElgaeII says:
ACTION:  Targa appears on the hill and waves his hands again.  A band of eagles appear looking hungry.

CTO_Peters says:
::Sitting on the beach, with her foot in the water::

Host ElgaeII says:
::flying information with the leader::

Host XO_Woo says:
::looks around him, wondering if the velociraptors will return...::

Elgae says:
::Flying high in the sky her wing span a full 25feet..... she is but a spec in the sky but she sees her pry.::

CEO_Hansen says:
::whines a bit and starts to push herself upright, sore from falling from a rather high height::

Host CO_Knight says:
EO:  Thank you for the compliment Holly, but I'm pretty busy at the moment.

Host ElgaeII says:
::lets out a squawk, getting the attention of Elgae::

Host CO_Knight says:
TO:  Ec'Thel'lon, it looks like you've got some sort of idea.

Elgae says:
::Hears Elgaell and turns her head.. lets out a piercing screech.::

FCO_Roznine says:
::gets up and ambles over to the Captain::

CMO_Harek says:
::heads over to the CTO and scans her foot:: CTO: You have a nasty wound her

CTO_Peters says:
::Looks up:: Self: Uh oh..

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::taps the Captain with her tail but restrains herself from an all out attack on him::

Host ElgaeII says:
::watching her leader she tips her wing and begins to dive for their prey::

Host CO_Knight says:
::looks up at the birds::  All:  Here we go again, I suggest we take some sort of cover.

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: A couple of slings, some stones, and for really big targets, a handful of Phaser batteries to overload and sling away.

Elgae says:
::One last cry to the flock she begins her first diving run.::

CTO_Peters says:
CMO: yeah...not that bad...::grimaces:: just a flesh would right..

Host CO_Knight says:
TO:  Those slings and stones might just come in handy very soon!

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Leaps behind a rock, dropping the Phasers from the leap.::  Self: Woops.

Host XO_Woo says:
::looks up:: CO: Good heavens. That bird is huge! ::looks around for any hiding locations::

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::sees the birds diving and hides behind the Captain::

FCO_Roznine says:
::hears Ethan's warning:: CO: Oh, great! ::scuttles off to the rocks::

CEO_Hansen says:
::sits up and looks around uneasily when she hears the screeching birds::

CMO_Harek says:
CTO: Well, it is pretty bad when all I have are these plant leaves to wrap the wound

Elgae says:
::Sees a very tasty morsel in front of her and makes a beeline towards it.::

Host CO_Knight says:
::heads in the direction where there are rocks with crevices::

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Grabs a rock and load it into the sling.::  Self: OK, put rock in sling, hold hand above head, start it spinning, and release one end when rock is heading forward.  ::Tries first shot.::

Host ElgaeII says:
::swooping down, she grasps the CTO in her giant talons and takes off with her::

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::scurries after the Captain to the safety of the rocks::

Host ElgaeII says:
ACTION:  The rock hits the TO in the stomach, doubling him over.

Elgae says:
::Claws outstretched she grabs the CMO.::

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Self:  Ooof!

CTO_Peters says:
::Panics as she’s picked up, and starts scratching with 3 of her feet::

Host CO_Knight says:
EO:  Quick, get in those crevices.  They shouldn't reach us there.

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Doubles over, groping for another rock.::

CMO_Harek says:
::feel the pain of the claws but raised tail to swats the bird::

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Tries another shot.::

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::does as the Captain says and squeezes into a crevice::

Elgae says:
::Not quite having him in her grabs she drops the CMO to the ground... about 10 feet.::

Host CO_Knight says:
::looks around for some smaller rocks....something he could throw at the birds to perhaps release his CTO::

CEO_Hansen says:
::looks around for cover and starts heading towards it::

CMO_Harek says:
::thumps the ground::

CTO_Peters says:
Elgaell: Mean bird....put me down!! ::tries to bite him::

Elgae says:
::Sees the next prey dive-bombs the CEO.::

Host ElgaeII says:
::flying high above the ground she wings for her nest of young.  This will be a good meal for her 3::

FCO_Roznine says:
::grabs some rocks and throws them at the fast retreating eagle that grabbed Miccy:: Elgaell: Let her go!

Host XO_Woo says:
::runs towards the CMO:: CMO: Doctor! Are you alright?

Host CO_Knight says:
::yells out::  All:  See if there's anything around you that you could throw at the birds.....hopefully that'll make them release our crew.

Elgae says:
::See grabs the CEO by the shoulders.::

Host XO_Woo says:
::helps the CMO up and leads him away to safety::

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::As the second shot missed, tries a third at Elgae.::

CEO_Hansen says:
::hisses at Elgae and tries to get loose::

Host CO_Knight says:
::finds a few nice size rocks and starts pelting them toward the birds::

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::looks for anything to throw staying in the crevice so the big bad birdies can't get her::

CTO_Peters says:
::Look where they are heading:: Elgaell: never mind...don't let me go, don't let me go ::Tries to grasp on tight to its legs with her claws::

FCO_Roznine says:
::glances to the hill where Targa is standing::

CMO_Harek says:
::gets up:: XO: Thank You, I'm fine :heads to the CTO and wraps her leg:: 

Host ElgaeII says:
ACTION:  The eagles are too far for the rocks to hit.

Elgae says:
::flies low over the trees, the poor CEO's feet hitting the top of them.::

CEO_Hansen says:
::tries to tuck her feet up, not really wanting to get smacked by treetops::

Host ElgaeII says:
::quietly she flies to her nest on the mountain near the lizard colony.

OPS_Barnes says:
::feels life oozing from his body and goes unconscious in a pool of blood oozing from the tail:: 

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Bends down, collecting as many rocks as he can carry.::  CO: I'm going after them.  I ain't letting a pillow in training take the chief and Chief Engineer for supper.

Host XO_Woo says:
CO: Captain, we must follow the birds! Can anyone see where they're headed?

Elgae says:
::Slowly she begins climbing once again.. and the CEO is swinging underneath the eagle.::

Host CO_Knight says:
::comes out of the crevice::  All:  It looks like there aren't any more of them.  We need to go get our crew back!

CTO_Peters says:
::Doesn't want to be someone’s supper, and tries to tighten her grip around the birds legs:: Elgaell:: what did I ever do to you ::Sticks out her long tongue::

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::slowly emerges from the crevice watching the birds and the Captain::

CEO_Hansen says:
::continues squirming and hissing, obviously not happy with this situation::

Host ElgaeII says:
::she gently lays the CTO in the nest, waiting for her chicks to hatch::

FCO_Roznine says:
::slouches on a rock:: CO: Captain, Targa is playing with us.

Host CO_Knight says:
All:  They flew that way.  ::heads in the direction of the birds::

Host CO_Knight says:
FCO:  Of course he Dylan.

CMO_Harek says:
::runs over to the OPS and scans him with his found tricorder:: All: Does anyone have any uniform material

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
FCO: If he is, we have no choice but to play along.  Let's break his toys.

Elgae says:
::Seeing the crevice that is her home she flies to the face of the cliff... young hatchlings chirping at her arrival and the food in her talons.::

Host CO_Knight says:
TO:  I'd like to break his neck instead!

Host XO_Woo says:
FCO: Would Targa go so far as to kill any of us to satisfy his scientific curiosity?

FCO_Roznine says:
::gets up and follows Ethan:: CO: Yes, but something is bothering me about this.

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CMO: Right near that rock face, there is a pile of all I could gather.  Took some for slings, but most is still there.

Host CO_Knight says:
XO:  He's killed three of our crew already!

CTO_Peters says:
::Sees the eggs:: Self: uh oh...

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::looks over at the FCO::FCO: Different?

Host CO_Knight says:
FCO:  Well what is it Dylan?  What is bothering you?

CEO_Hansen says:
::sees where the bird is taking her and just kicks up even more of a fuss::

Elgae says:
::digs her talons in more::

CMO_Harek says:
::runs quickly to the rock face and grasps all he can and begins ting the together and heads back to OPS::

CTO_Peters says:
::moves to look over the side of the rest::

Host ElgaeII says:
::sits back and watches as the eggs begin to crack::

FCO_Roznine says:
XO: I don't think it’s scientific at all, sir. ::walks along with the others:: All: He more like a kid poking at an anthill to see how they react.

CEO_Hansen says:
Elgae:  Owww!  Let me go!!

Elgae says:
::lands in the nest with a thud.::

Host ElgaeII says:
::spreading her wings, she keeps the CTO from getting close to the edge of the nest::

CTO_Peters says:
::Takes a bite at the bird’s wing::

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
All: Anyone know how to use one of these things effectively?  ::Tries another shot at a standing Cactus.::

CMO_Harek says:
::drags the OPS near water, washes the wound and then begins tying a tourniquets around the wound::

Host CO_Knight says:
FCO:  Dylan, I realize he's getting charge out of seeing how we react.  But right now, I can't just sit here not knowing what those birds are doing to the CTO and CEO.

Host XO_Woo says:
FCO: Then we'll just have to find some way to bite back. Unfortunately... ::watches as the TO tries to manipulate the sling:: ... we haven't found our bite yet. ::smiles::

Elgae says:
<Hatchlings> ::Surround the CEO taking nips at her::

FCO_Roznine says:
CO: I know sir, and I wasn't thinking that at all.

FCO_Roznine says:
XO: I'm afraid to see what he'll do if we do bite.

CEO_Hansen says:
::hisses at the hatchlings and picks at them with her claws, not doing any real damage, but trying to keep them at bay::

CMO_Harek says:
::yells to the captain:: CO: We have a big problem, OPS has lost a lot of blood, hopefully I can slow down the bleeding, but without proper medical care, he could die

Elgae says:
::Sits back and watches as her chicks learn to kill their food.::

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::stays close to the Captain for protection as she walks along::

Host XO_Woo says:
FCO: So. We're damned if we do, and damned if we don't. Well, better we do something than not. ::continues hurrying forward towards the mountain in the distance::

Host ElgaeII says:
::one eggs is almost open showing an eaglet head::

Elgae says:
<Hatchling 1> ::Grabs onto the CEO's leg.::

Host CO_Knight says:
CMO:  Doctor, you're going to have to do the best you can.  But you WILL not lose Chris....understood?

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
FCO: To use your anthill analogy, back away and find another toy.  One less painful.  ::Tries another shot, then just throws a stone.::  Hmmm, easier this way.::

CEO_Hansen says:
::gives the hatchling an evil look and swats at it::

Elgae says:
<Hatchling 1>  ::Lets out a loud screech.::

CTO_Peters says:
::Whimpers as she hears the eggs starting to crack, not wanting to turn around, takes another bite at the birds wings::

FCO_Roznine says:
::hurries along:: TO: We ARE the toys Ec'Thel'Ion.

Host ElgaeII says:
ACTION:  The baby eaglet is hit on the beak, stunning it for a moment.

Elgae says:
::Mama hearing her baby cry turns on the CEO.::

CMO_Harek says:
CO: if you guys are going off, I can't bring him with us, would you like me to stay here

Host CO_Knight says:
::gets to the base of the mountain and looks up::  All:  Everyone ready for some climbing?

Host XO_Woo says:
CO: Not that I've ever done it, aside from what I had to do during survival training. ::grumbles, as he looks for handholds::

CEO_Hansen says:
::scurries off into a corner of the cave, trying to avoid the mother bird if she can't avoid the hatchlings::

Host CO_Knight says:
CMO:  Yes, you stay here with Chris.  He better still be with us when we return.  I know you can do it doctor.

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::nods to the Captain not letting him know that she is afraid of heights::

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
FCO: For now, that's what he thinks.   ::Ties a sack with the rocks to a stick for the climb.::  XO: In survival training you didn't have this type of limb.

Elgae says:
::With one of her wings she swats at the CEO.::

FCO_Roznine says:
::looks up at the mountain:: All: Great. I absolutely adore climbing... not. ::clenches his teeth with determination and starts climbing::

CMO_Harek says:
::looks around for and scans various plants, looking for blood clotting properties::

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
All: Before you climb, see if you can find some nice, handy sticks to use as clubs.  Those things are huge, I don't want to get out fought.

Host CO_Knight says:
::before heading up, he turns to Chris::  OPS:  Chris, I just want you to relax.  I'm going to find a way to get us back and get you back to the ship.

Host XO_Woo says:
TO: True. ::looks up the mountain:: CO: There must be something we have to offer Targa... if we keep doing this, he'll just keep changing the conditions...

Host ElgaeII says:
::giving a squawk, she yanks her wing out of the CTO's mouth, causing her to go tumbling into the center of the nest::

OPS_Barnes says:
::lies motionless, as consciousness escapes him at present time::

Host CO_Knight says:
XO:  Eric, I'm definitely open for suggestions.

Elgae says:
::With one large talon she grabs the CEO by the waist, then hangs her over the nest to calm her down.::

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::searches for a piece of wood to use for a club::

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Climb/ leaps up the hill, trying to keep at the front of the group.::

CTO_Peters says:
::Falls on her hurt foot, and lets out another whimper.  getting up, looks at the egg that is cracking::

FCO_Roznine says:
TO: I'll bite them... they will die eventually. Our current saliva ::gestures towards himself and the captain:: are full of bacteria.

CEO_Hansen says:
::hisses and claws at the talons wrapped around her waist, not particularly happy or willing to give in::

Host CO_Knight says:
::starts climbing up the rocks.....moving in and out of the crevices as he ascends::

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::finds a club but can't climb with it in her claws::

Host ElgaeII says:
ACTION:  The CEO gets a good hold with her mouth, causing Elgae to let go.

Host XO_Woo says:
::slowly climbs up the rocks, making sure not to look underneath him:: Self: One at a time, one at a time...

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
FCO: Perhaps, but do you want to let those things get close enough to bite?  Oh well, maybe I'll get a luck shot with the stones.

FCO_Roznine says:
::keeps climbing without exposing himself too much if an eagle happens to fly by::

Host CO_Knight says:
::looks behind him::  All:  Come on now, this should come natural to all of you in this state.

CTO_Peters says:
::Moves over to the egg cracking, and starts hitting it with her claws, hoping to hurt the little bird before it got out of its shell::

FCO_Roznine says:
TO: You stun them, I'll bite... I've been spoiling for a rousing nibble after my nap.

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::stands at the bottom of the rocks deciding what to do::

Elgae says:
::Drops the CEO over the nest about a couple feet... The hatchlings scramble after her.::

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
<Bee> TO: You dropped these, sir.  ::Holds out one of the Phasers.::

Host ElgaeII says:
ACTION:  As the CTO hits the egg, the head of the baby comes out, the blow crushing the baby eaglets skull.

CEO_Hansen says:
::eyes the hatchlings and bares her claws, hoping they'll catch the hint::

Elgae says:
::7 hatchlings descent onto the CEO.::

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::decides to throw away the club and try climbing::

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Wonders how high the Aeries are.::

Host ElgaeII says:
ACTION:  The screaming of the eagles are now heard by the crew.

Host XO_Woo says:
::keeps climbing:: CO: Is there no end in sight, captain? ::starts to get used to climbing with this body::

CTO_Peters says:
::resists the urge to eat the little bird and moves over to the next, looking up at the big bird, licking her lips::

CEO_Hansen says:
::hisses rather loudly and starts clawing at the hatchlings and trying to get out from beneath them::

Host CO_Knight says:
EO:  That's it Holly, forget about the club....just keep climbing.

Host ElgaeII says:
::watching the CTO, she makes no move as her other two eggs are hatching::

FCO_Roznine says:
::keeps climbing towards the noise and calls across:: CO: Sounds like Miccy and Vic is putting up a good fight.

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::reaches into a crevice and begins to climb::

Host XO_Woo says:
Under his breath: Or... the birds are getting excited.

Elgae says:
::Watches her hatchlings get some good bites in.::

Host CO_Knight says:
::looks up and sees they're almost at the nest::  XO:  Looks like we're just about there.

CTO_Peters says:
::Still hopping on one foot...claw...starts to claw at the second egg, like she did with the first::

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Sir?  Suggestion?  When we get close, I set off another Phaser off to the side.  The Explosion could scare the birds off.

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::moves up slowly far behind the others now::

Host CO_Knight says:
FCO:  You're right Dylan, I don't expect any of my crew to give up without a fight.

CMO_Harek says:
::heads back over to OPS and tighten the tourniquet::

CEO_Hansen says:
::keeps clawing at the hatchlings until she's able to get out from beneath them and scurry off into a corner::

FCO_Roznine says:
::chuckles and keeps climbing::

Elgae says:
::Hatchlings chase her into the corner and pin her down.::

Host ElgaeII says:
ACTION:  The blood flow begins to stop for OPS.

Host CO_Knight says:
::reaches to a point right behind the Eagle....the Eagle has no idea of what is about to happen.....and he lunges for her::

Host XO_Woo says:
::peers over the top as he watches the captain lunge towards one of the birds... quickly claws himself over to help him::

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Sets the Phaser to Overload and tosses it behind the birds, then throws a rock at the nearest bird.::

CTO_Peters says:
::Feels bad, but starts aiming for the chick’s head::

Elgae says:
::Hears a noise beside her and lets out a screech that echoes for miles.::

CEO_Hansen says:
::not able to move her arms, she bites at the hatchlings that get close enough to her::

CMO_Harek says:
::continues searching and sort of healing properties in the local plant life::

Host ElgaeII says:
ACTION:  The phaser battery explodes, scaring both eagle mothers from their nests and eaglets.

Host CO_Knight says:
::he clamps down onto the Eagle with his powerful jaws::

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::slowly moves up noticing that the others are almost at the nest::

Elgae says:
<Hatchling 1>  ::Gets on top of the CEO's head, then goes flying::

FCO_Roznine says:
::comes up to the nest, and peers over the rim, seeing Victoria pinned down in a corner. Sizing up the situation a moment he rushes forward and attacks the eaglets from behind::

Elgae says:
::Flies from the nest and gets high in the sky before turning around and seeing the intruders.::

Host XO_Woo says:
::looks for stones, sticks, etc around and starts pelting the birds::

Host ElgaeII says:
::screaming at the invaders, she circles hoping to attack one of them that is careless::

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
All: Move!  They won't be spooked long!  ::Moves to find the wounded CTO.::

OPS_Barnes says:
::begins to stir a little bit, still feeling weak::

Host CO_Knight says:
::gets over to Victoria::  CEO:  You okay Vic?  Did they hurt you badly?

Elgae says:
::Diving bombing she heads straight for the CO.::

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::flattens herself against the rocks and looks down::Self: Ooooo not a good idea.

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Throws a rock at Elgae.::

CTO_Peters says:
::feeling a bit hungry, takes a bite from on of the chicks::

FCO_Roznine says:
::turns to see Mommy coming back and dives across to knock Ethan and Victoria out the way::

Elgae says:
::Turns and aims for the TO.::

Host CO_Knight says:
::looks up to see the bird heading toward him.  As the bird approaches, he turns at just the right time to whack her with his tail::

Host XO_Woo says:
::looks around the nest for any sticks that may be used like spears::

CEO_Hansen says:
::looks a bit bloodied from being nipped at constantly by numerous birds::  CO:  Do I LOOK alright?

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Elgae: Bring it on!  ::Holds club in front, waiting for it to come in range.::

Elgae says:
::Hits the TO with her wing and sends him flying.::

Host CO_Knight says:
CEO:  Looking and feeling okay are two different things.  I just want to make sure you are not injured badly.

Host ElgaeII says:
::veers off from the attack as she sees something being waved at her::

Host XO_Woo says:
::grabs a longer stick and tries to whack the bird's wings::

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::begins to shake as she climbs higher::

FCO_Roznine says:
::smiles at Vic's comment and keeps an eye out for the attacking eagles::

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Goes rolling towards edge of cliff, just catching end.::  Self: Great, there goes the club.

Host CO_Knight says:
CEO:  Now come on, let me help you down from here.

Elgae says:
::Landing on the edge she glares at the CO and her food that is about to walk away::

CTO_Peters says:
::Taken a bite, takes off a wing.  moving over, she looks over the edge while eating the fresh wing::

Host XO_Woo says:
TO: Ec'Thel'Ion! Be careful!

CEO_Hansen says:
::mutters::  Self:  I've just been dragged off to be eaten alive ... sheesh ...  ::looks over at him::  CO:  How?

FCO_Roznine says:
CO: We could take a few of these along for a snack. ::points at the babies::

Host CO_Knight says:
FCO:  Take them out Dylan.

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Climbs back on top of ledge.::  XO: Care only goes so far.  Those soon to be fried dinner plates pack a punch.

Elgae says:
::advances on her dinner.::

Host CO_Knight says:
CEO:  I want you to hold on as best as possible onto my back.  I'll carry you along.

CTO_Peters says:
::thinking its a bit high, and she's still hungry, moves over to kill the last chick::

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::stops climbing as she hears the commotion above her::

FCO_Roznine says:
::grins:: CO: Aye, sir. Watch my back... I don't want Mommy spitting me. ::lashes out at the babies with his tail and talons::

OPS_Barnes says:
Self: ::semi-consciously:: That's it, I'm taking that job back at spacedock.. ::looks around with blurred vision:: CMO: D-doctor? What in blazes is going on?

Host XO_Woo says:
::hurries behind Elgae, and tries to pierce her with his stick::

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Throws rock at Elgae's back again.::

Host ElgaeII says:
ACTION:  The two eagles sit and watch as their young are killed.  Suddenly they take off and are not seen again.

CEO_Hansen says:
::grabs onto the CO's back, holding on tightly, but not cutting off any breathing from him::

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
XO: Huh?  What of the motherly instinct?

Host CO_Knight says:
::starts descending the mountain with the CEO on his back::

CTO_Peters says:
::Thinks this meal would be betters if it was bbq::

Host XO_Woo says:
::watches as the birds fly away:: CO: And so, it continues. ::sighs and looks around for the CTO::

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::decides she must go on and climbs again::

FCO_Roznine says:
::finishes off the eaglets:: CO: Logistical problem... how do we get them down. Throwing them over the edge will tenderize them too much.

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
XO: Wait, those creatures had children.  IF they are real, that means it's just the humanoids who can't reproduce.

CMO_Harek says:
::hears the OPS mumbling and head back over:: OPS: You passed out due to loss of blood, however I think the tourniquet has stopped most of the blood flow

Host CO_Knight says:
FCO:  At this point Dylan, I don't really care what you want to do with them.

Host XO_Woo says:
TO: Or, they were a product of Targa's imagination. ::sees the CTO by the birds:: CTO: Michelle! You okay?

CTO_Peters says:
::sits back in the nest, enjoying her mean::

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::finally reaches the nest  and plops into it::Self: whewwww!!!!!

CEO_Hansen says:
::looks down the mountainside and tightens her grip slightly on the CO::

FCO_Roznine says:
::shrugs and drags the dead chicks to the edge of the nest and peers down to see that no-one is in the way::

CTO_Peters says:
::Waves to the XO, with a wing in her hand:: XO: not sure...maybe...want some?

Host CO_Knight says:
::yells out::  All:  Okay, let's get everyone down from here and start working on our next move.

OPS_Barnes says:
CMO: Where is everyone? I should get back. ::tries to force himself onto all fours, but finds his legs a bit weak, and needs to exert a good deal of concentration to maintain a standing posture:: 

Host XO_Woo says:
CTO: ::grimaces:: It's... RAW. ::frowns:: Let's go - it's time to get back down this mountain.

CTO_Peters says:
XO: How? its a bit high, and I got a bad foot?

CMO_Harek says:
OPS: They went after the birds, I think to rescue the CTO, but you better stay here

FCO_Roznine says:
::aims carefully and throws the food over the edge:: Self: tenderized eagle... could be nice.

OPS_Barnes says:
CMO: Birds? ::looks confused::

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
XO: Let's grab some of the nesting material.  Might be nice to have a fire for warmth tonight.

Host XO_Woo says:
::thinks:: CTO: Then I will take you down. ::turns around and lets the CTO climb on his back:: TO: Good idea...

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CTO: I think we can carry you.  I'm not as strong in this form, but between the two of us, we should have no problem getting you down.

Host CO_Knight says:
::looks back to see if the others are heading down::  All:  Let's go people!

CTO_Peters says:
XO: You sure...? I ain't that small..

FCO_Roznine says:
::climbs down after the others, spotting Holly:: EO: Going down?

Host Stna says:
::As the leader of 40,000 troops he gives the signal to move out...  The ants begin swarming across the floor and are about 10 feet away from the Ops and CMO...  Another 20,000 make a beeline for the eaglets that have been just thrown to the ground.::

Host CO_Knight says:
CEO:  We're almost at the bottom Vic.

Host XO_Woo says:
CTO: Come on, come on... we must get down quickly.

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Grabs one of the nests and tosses it down, then lends a hand, er, claw to the XO and CTO.::

CEO_Hansen says:
CO:  Good!

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::sits up and looks over the edge of the nest::CO: Down sir? You mean we have to climb down?

CTO_Peters says:
::Moves slowly and carefully onto the XO, dropping her wing in the nest::

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Self: Mental note, rope.

Host CO_Knight says:
EO:  Just follow me Holly.  It's easier going down.

FCO_Roznine says:
EO: Want a lift? ::smiles at her::

CMO_Harek says:
::takes out his tricorder and scans the wound:: OPS: It is looking good so far ::turns his head and sees a bung of ants:: Self: This can't be good

Host XO_Woo says:
CTO: Ready? ::moves toward the end and starts to slowly climb down::

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
FCO: I can't do it. I'm afraid.

CTO_Peters says:
::Holds on tight, closing her eyes::

OPS_Barnes says:
::looks out:: CMO: Have you eaten, Doctor?

FCO_Roznine says:
EO: Its OK, Holly. You get onto my back, hold on tight and look at the rocks in front of you. ::holds out his hand::

Stna says:
::The ants swarm the eaglets leaving bone... and begin the climb up the mountain.::

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::cowers inside the nest::

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::shakes her head no and stays inside the nest::

Host XO_Woo says:
CTO: You doing okay so far? ::looks down and continues heading down, getting closer to the bottom::

Stna says:
::Is now 2 feet away from the OPS and CMO.::

CTO_Peters says:
XO: No! I hate heights....

CMO_Harek says:
::looks over towards the water:: OPS: We got to move, out, there is a lot of ants coming our way, and by what had happened before, I don't think they are to friendly

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  The ants can now be seen by those coming down the mountain.

FCO_Roznine says:
::mutters under his breath:: EO: Come now, Holly. Its perfectly alright.

Host CO_Knight says:
::reaches the bottom and sees the ants approaching::

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Starts down the mountain, having thrown down enough nest materials.::

Host XO_Woo says:
::looks in the distance:: TO: Good heavens! What is that?

CEO_Hansen says:
::lowers herself from the CO's back when he reaches the bottom and looks at the ants::  CO:  What's with the bugs?

OPS_Barnes says:
CMO: Doctor, recall your biology classes. We're higher on the food chain. ::opens his mouth to eat Stna who is two feet away::

CMO_Harek says:
::picks up the OPS and runs away using his running legs toward the water::

CTO_Peters says:
::Doesn't open her eyes:: XO: what is what?

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::shakes her head no again::FCO: I can't. It took everything I have to climb up.

Host CO_Knight says:
OPS/CMO/CEO:  We need to get to some water.  Can you see anyway around these ants?

CEO_Hansen says:
CO:  Step on them?

Host XO_Woo says:
CTO: Trouble. ::hurries down the rest of the way to the bottom::

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
XO: Not sure, but it could be another food...what happened to those?  ::Points to the Eaglet skeletons.::

FCO_Roznine says:
EO: Then worry about me doing the climbing. All you have to do is hold on.

Host XO_Woo says:
TO: Our CTO here had a feast.

Stna says:
:::His 40,000 troops move faster and begin climbing up the CMO's legs..::

CTO_Peters says:
TO: bleeding makes me hungry..::grins::

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  Thousands of ants begin to swarm over OPS, stinging him as they move.

Host CO_Knight says:
::yells out again::  All:  I suggest you all find a way down and over to some water.....FAST!

OPS_Barnes says:
CMO: Bloody hell! OUCH!

Host XO_Woo says:
::lands on the bottom:: CTO: Okay, get off, Michelle, we're down.

Host CO_Knight says:
::sees that the ants are coming from the other direction and he heads away from them, going around them to the water::

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::can hear the Captain yelling::FCO: They're in trouble. You better go.

CTO_Peters says:
XO: But I’m comfy where I am ::Winks:: where to?

CMO_Harek says:
::gets near water and dives in::

FCO_Roznine says:
EO: I'm not going without you. Either you hold on and go down with me, or I stay right here.

Host XO_Woo says:
CTO: Ants. Avoid them. ::looks around for some leaves to brush ants off Chris::

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  As the CMO dives in the ants drown.

CEO_Hansen says:
::starts heading towards the water, sore from falling and being repeatedly bitten::

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Bundles some of the nest material up like a broom, swatting at the ants between him and the water.::

CMO_Harek says:
::begins to swim away with ops on his shoulders::

OPS_Barnes says:
::starts spitting on the ants as he runs for water::

CTO_Peters says:
::On 3 legs moves quickly to the water::

Host CO_Knight says:
::reaches the edge of the water and waits on the shoreline::  CEO:  How you holding up Vic?

Host XO_Woo says:
::hurries towards the water, making sure to stay afoot, with an added bounce to his step::

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
FCO: You have to. The Captain needs you now.

OPS_Barnes says:
Stna/Ants: Be gone! Ouch!

CEO_Hansen says:
::whines a bit::  CO:  I'm sore ...

FCO_Roznine says:
::peers over the edge:: EO: They look fine to me.

OPS_Barnes says:
::jumps up and down a few times::

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  The ants begin to move up the mountain towards the FCO and EO.

CMO_Harek says:
::dunks OPS to wash away the ants::

Host CO_Knight says:
CEO:  Relax right here.  If the ants start to approach, we'll make it to the water in time.

CTO_Peters says:
::Is falling behind:: XO: I’m sorry...::bits on the XO's tail to hold on and to keep up::

FCO_Roznine says:
::sighs:: EO: Which I can't say for the two of us, though.

CEO_Hansen says:
::slows her pace a bit::  CO:  That's good ... I think ...

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::looks over the side and gulps::FCO: Uh oh!

Host SM-Trish says:
ACTION:  The ants are now beginning to circle the water, trying to stop others from reaching it.

CMO_Harek says:
::begins swimming as far as he can way from the island::

FCO_Roznine says:
::nods:: EO: You took the words right out of my mouth.

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
FCO: No way down now.

Host XO_Woo says:
CTO: Ack! ::looks behind him and sees that she's bit onto him:: That works, I guess... be careful, the ants are... ::watches as the ants maneuvers themselves around the water:: Oh, great. ::looks around for an opening and hurries his way towards it:: Can you keep up?

CTO_Peters says:
::Wonders if the XO even felt her biting his tail::

OPS_Barnes says:
::sits in the water, and camouflages:: CMO: ::very sarcastically:: Now, unless some GIANT WATER DRAGONS come flying out of nowhere, I think this will be the best place to bunker down

Host CO_Knight says:
CEO:  Okay, you wait here.  I'm going to try to dig a ditch that will connect the water here.  It will give an opening for the others to make it here.

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
All: Anyone have a Tricorder?

FCO_Roznine says:
EO: I see one way out of this.... do you trust me?

CTO_Peters says:
::Doesn’t answer the XO, but keeps a firm grip on his tail with her teeth::

CMO_Harek says:
::looks back:: OPS: I think the others are in a lot trouble

CEO_Hansen says:
::looks around and whines again::  CO:  I don't want to wait by myself ...

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::turns and looks into Roz's eyes::FCO: I want to Roz but.....

FCO_Roznine says:
EO: No buts. Its this or being eaten by ants.

Host XO_Woo says:
::watches as the ants completely surround the water:: CTO: We've got a small problem.

Host CO_Knight says:
CEO:  You'll be fine here Vic.  Just get a bit more closer to the water.  If you see the ants coming, just go in to where it's not so deep.

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
<Sec> TO: Here, sir.  ::Hands him a Tricorder, dirty but functional.::

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::nods affirmatively and closes her eyes as if praying::

CTO_Peters says:
::Nods and thinks they are in trouble now::

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
XO: Here, hold them back a bit.  ::Hands him the nest/ broom swatting thing.::

OPS_Barnes says:
::sucks up some water in his mouth and sprays it out ward::

CEO_Hansen says:
::wanders over to the edge of the water, watching the ants carefully::  CO:  I don't like bugs.

FCO_Roznine says:
EO: Take my hand. We're going to need a running start. ::leads her to the back of the cave/nesting area::

Host XO_Woo says:
TO: Thank you. ::makes his way for a rock several meters away and tries to climb on:: CTO: Climb on, we must jump over.

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Sets Tricorder to record the insect communication.  Tricorder, access UT and determine how these things say "run away"!

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::takes Roz' hand her eyes barely open::

Host CO_Knight says:
CEO:  Why would you say that?  Bugs are a specialty for people in our state.

CEO_Hansen says:
CO:  I don't like THESE bugs.

CTO_Peters says:
::Climb up, still using his tail to help her along::

FCO_Roznine says:
EO: On the count of three, get as much speed as you can and jump. Don't worry, I'm with you.

OPS_Barnes says:
::jumps out of the water, scoops up some more ants in his mouth and chows down:: CMO: Crunchy.

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::wraps her tail around him for comfort::

Host Targa says:
ACTION:  The tricorder begins to work, sending out a signal.

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::nods and waits for the count::

FCO_Roznine says:
EO: One... two... THREE! ::gets as much speed with his powerful legs, helping Holly gain enough speed, and jumps as they reach the edge of the nest::

Host CO_Knight says:
::looks over at the CMO/OPS::  CMO/OPS:  You two want to come over here and keep Vic company.

Host XO_Woo says:
::jumps down from the rock, as far as he can, onto the soft ground and runs quickly away towards the water::

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::runs and jumps from the next hanging onto the FCO:: Aloud: Aaaaaaaaaaa!!!!!!

Host Targa says:
ACTION:  The FCO and EO hit the center of the water, disappearing beneath the surface.

CTO_Peters says:
::Thinks on where to jump::

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Uses Tricorder to push insects away, moving to help the others to the water.::

FCO_Roznine says:
::holds onto Holly as they sink in the water, then starts kicking out to reach the surface::

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::wriggles in the water clawing her way to the surface::

CTO_Peters says:
XO: thanks for waiting...::Starts running and jumps off the rocks::

Host CO_Knight says:
::hears the splash and looks to where the FCO/EO landed::

OPS_Barnes says:
::licks his lips:: CO: Aye sir. ::waltzes over to CEO::

CMO_Harek says:
OPS: Get back in here, we can swim to the others

Host XO_Woo says:
::starts swimming - finds his dog paddling doesn't work as well in lizard form, but starts heading towards the island in the distance::

Host CO_Knight says:
CMO:  And since when did you start giving orders?!

FCO_Roznine says:
::breaks the surface gasping for air::

CTO_Peters says:
::Starts to swim to catch up with the XO::

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::comes up behind Roz gasping for air::

Host XO_Woo says:
CTO: I must admit, I cannot swim very well. ::tries to egg-beat a bit, for a bit of rest::

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Enters the water after the others, turning off Tricorder to save battery power.::

CEO_Hansen says:
::wanders to the edge of the water, letting it settle around her ... ankles::

CTO_Peters says:
XO: well I’m swimming with 3 legs instead of 4, so we are in the same boat

CMO_Harek says:
::gets out of the water::

FCO_Roznine says:
EO: That was... interesting. Lets get to the island. ::starts swimming::

Host CO_Knight says:
OPS/CMO:  I need you two to help me get Vic over to the island.

OPS_Barnes says:
CEO: Now, I should warn you chief, I never did very well in tactical training.

CMO_Harek says:
CO: Sorry Sir, Just trying to protect my patient

CEO_Hansen says:
::blinks::  OPS:  What does that have to do with anything?

Host Targa says:
::Targa watches as the lizards make for the island.  Becoming bored, he materializes on the island, waiting for the Captain::

Host CO_Knight says:
CMO:  You're patient looks like he is on the mend.  We've got another one her for you.

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::looks at Roz:: FCO: Now swimming I can do. ::speeds off towards the island::

CMO_Harek says:
::heads over to the CEO::

CTO_Peters says:
XO: I’m finding it hard to swim..are we almost there?

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Self: So much for all that gathering.  Those ants will rip the uniforms to shreds.  No more...wait, those are our clothes!

Host CO_Knight says:
::looks up at the EO::  Self:  Oh sure, now she's brave!

FCO_Roznine says:
EO: Sure... ::tries to keep up::

OPS_Barnes says:
CMO: Come on, doctor. ::in concert with CMO, lifts CEO and heads for the island::

CMO_Harek says:
::help with the OPS::

CEO_Hansen says:
::yelps a bit as she's taken over to the island, not keen on being out of control of her situation::

FCO_Roznine says:
::turns in the water:: CO: Everything alright? Need some help?

Host CO_Knight says:
::helps the CMO/OPS with the CEO in getting her over to the island::

Host Targa says:
::waving his hands, he yanks the Captain out of the water and places him next to him::  CO:  Captain, you are very resourceful.

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::reaches the island and climbs onto the beach and the nearest rock to warm herself::

Host XO_Woo says:
CTO: Just a little bit further ::looks behind him to see where the rest of the crew are - looks in front, and sees Targa and the captain:: CTO: Let's hurry up. ::speeds up his swim::

CMO_Harek says:
::looks back and sees the captain get taken away::

FCO_Roznine says:
:sees Ethan disappear and sighs:: Self: Targa. ::turns and swims the rest of the way to the island::

CTO_Peters says:
::Uses her tail to move faster:: XO: yes sir..

Host CO_Knight says:
::shakes the water off his body::  Targa:  You're not giving us much of a choice not to be.

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::spots the Captain and Targa and slithers over quietly and bites Targa on the behind::

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Swims as fast as possible.::

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Exits the water, reaching for a rock in case Targa tries anything.::

Host Targa says:
CO:  But I have never seen such as you before.  ::waves his hand, tossing the little lizard 50 feet in the air::

Host XO_Woo says:
::steps out of the water and heads towards Targa and the captain::

CTO_Peters says:
::Gets to shore, breathing heavily, falls to the sand to rest::

OPS_Barnes says:
::Reaches the island:: CMO: Now where do you suppose the captain's off to? Ah yes, that's right. TARGA! ::looks upward with a very angry look, then sets CEO down::

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::goes flying into the air::Self: Not again!

Host Targa says:
CO:  You are able to think, which is new for me.

FCO_Roznine says:
::crawls onto the sand and lies gasping, letting the sun warm him::

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Targa: Make one more move against any of this crew, and you will feel what pain is!

Host CO_Knight says:
Targa:  But you know what, now we're getting bored with this game.  ::yawn::

CEO_Hansen says:
::scurries away from the edge of the water, not sure if she'd be able to swim in this form::

CTO_Peters says:
::Pokes the FCO:: FCO: You ok...

EO_Ens_Sparks says:
::lands in a clump of bushes unconscious::

CMO_Harek says:
::helps the CEO down and takes out his tricorder::

Host Targa says:
CO:  Oh please Captain, the fun is just beginning, and if any of your crew continue to threaten me, they will disappear.

FCO_Roznine says:
::rolls onto his stomach:: CTO: Yeah... you?

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Targa: It's not a threat.  Consider it overly fair warning.

CTO_Peters says:
::Rolls over beside him and lifts her foot:: FCO: I’ve been better...

Host CO_Knight says:
Targa:  You know what, go ahead.  It doesn't matter anymore.  You've had your fun and now we are bored.

Host Targa says:
ACTION:  Targa waves one hand and the TO disappears.

CMO_Harek says:
::follows the CEO:: CEO: I think you will live

FCO_Roznine says:
::peers at her foot:: CTO: That must be sore.

CEO_Hansen says:
::eyes the CMO::  CMO:  I'm very, very sore.  You get picked and pecked by birds and then say that.

CTO_Peters says:
FCO: Oh yaw...I really hate birds...but they taste pretty good...::tries to get up::

Host Targa says:
CO:  Come Captain, I cannot be fooled by that... for some reason you care about these creatures.

OPS_Barnes says:
::shows his tail to CEO:: CEO: Trust me, chief, you'll live.

CMO_Harek says:
CEO: I just mean your wound are nowhere near fatal

Host CO_Knight says:
::looks over at Dylan and kind of motions with his hands::

FCO_Roznine says:
CTO: Don't get up yet. ::looks to where Targa and the CO are talking:: I threw some over the edge, but I think the ants got them.

CEO_Hansen says:
OPS:  That's because I had the sense of mind to STAY in the tree.

Host Targa says:
CO:  But if you don't care about them, I can take another one ::waving his hand, the FCO disappears::

CTO_Peters says:
::Lays back down beside the FCO::

CTO_Peters says:
Self: Ack...where he go...

CTO_Peters says:
Targa: hey! bring him back...

Host CO_Knight says:
Targa:  Go ahead.  I'm just gonna sit here and do nothing.

Host Targa says:
CO:  Ok, I will bring one back, then we talk. ::waving his hand the TO appears again::

CMO_Harek says:
CEO: Unfortunately, I don't have a dermal regenerator to doing anything about your pecking wounds

OPS_Barnes says:
CEO: I have no intention of sitting idly by while some megalomaniac superbeing messes with MY crewmates!

CEO_Hansen says:
::pouts::  CMO:  But you're supposed to know how to fix them ...

Host CO_Knight says:
Targa:  How about we talk when you bring all of them back.

CTO_Peters says:
::Looks around for the FCO::

TO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Reappears, rock still poised to throw.::

CEO_Hansen says:
OPS:  Because getting yourself killed will do us all a WHOLE lot of good.  ::sticks her long tongue out at OPS::

Host Targa says:
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Star Trek: A Call To Duty - USS Huron
Season Four, Episode Thirty-One (Mission #158)
"Ghost Town, Part XV"
Original Air Date: 10306.07
Executive Producer Jamie Osborn