USS Huron NCC 61245 SD 10405.08
A Whole New World: Part 5

Starring: 

Eric Woo as CO Captain Eric Woo
Eli Irvin as XO Commander Eli Irvin
Chris Esterhuyse as FCO Dylan Roznine
Steve Weller as CTO Ec'Thel'Ion
Daniel Nunan as TO Dem'Rual Wyte
Kariaunna Scotti as CSO Sierra Sky
Pam Bruyere as EO Holly Ivy Sparks
Trish Yarborough as CNS Randi McIntyre
Ship Manager: Jim Koeller

The away team are currently taking refuge in a cave as the world outside is deluged by a sudden rainstorm - the XO, TO, EO, and several security officers, waiting for the rain to stop so that they may continue with their geological survey.  Meanwhile, on the Huron, the crew up above receive and analyze the data that the away team collects, continuously, wishing they were down to enjoy the fresh air.

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CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::On Bridge, ensuring the recent storm hasn't disrupted the Transporter and Communications locks with any of the Away Teams.::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::scans the interior of the cave as she waits for the rain to let up::

Host CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
:sitting on the bridge, smiling to herself over the CO's comments::  *CO* Permission to go to sickbay and check on the CSO.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::On Bridge, ensuring the recent storm hasn't disrupted the Transporter and Communications locks with any of the Away Teams.::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::enters the bridge from the rear, and walks down to his console::

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
::in his ready room, going over some reports from SFC:: *CNS*: Of course, counselor.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@XO/EO: Should we do a little exploring?

Host CSO_Lt_Sky says:
::In sickbay, trying to wait patiently for them to finish with her.  However, the old saying that doctors make the worst patient applied to her.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
::standing at the mouth of the cave - taps com badge::  *Huron* Irvin to Huron....    Come in please?

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
*CO*:  Thank you Captain.

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
*CSO*:  Feel like some company?

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@:;looks over at the TO::TO: You dry yet?

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
*XO*: Go ahead, Commander.  Is the cave at least a little dryer?

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@TO: Yeah....   Let's see if we can find the other two teams.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@EO: Yes, I am...Thank you for asking.

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
*CNS*:  I would prefer to get out of here....

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@*Huron* Me, Ms. Sparks, and Dem are well.   However we've lost contact with the other two teams.  Any signs of them on sensors?

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@XO: Woohoo! Lets get going!

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
::laughs at Sierra and gets up from her chair and goes to the TL::  TL:  Sickbay.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
::takes a final sip of his tea, before putting his mug back into the replicator:: Computer: This will require further thought... but it's something I didn't expect to happen... computer, end log. ::he straightens his shirt::

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
~~~CSO:  I am on my way down.~~~

Host SM_Jim says:
ACTION:  The clouds pass over and the rain stops, sunshine and humidity replacing the rain.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
*XO*: Lost contact?  We have them on sensors, let  me try them.  *Team 2/ Team 3*: Status check, please.

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
::Closes her eyes and takes deep calming breaths, while counting backwards in latin.  Opens one eye at the counselors comment::  ~~~~CNS:  Good~~~~

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::sits at his console, making sure the ship stays in its orbit::

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@::watches as the clouds pass and the rain stops::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@:;moves back towards the entrance of the cave::XO/TO: It's cleared up.

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
::steps out of the TL and proceeds to sickbay::

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
::yawns, as he walks back over towards the door and out onto the bridge::

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
::walking into sickbay, she sees a nurse and asks where Sierra is::

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@EO/TO: Oh well... I guess we won't be going spelunking today....   ::walks out of the cave::

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
FCO: Commander, report. ::he sits back down in his seat::

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@::walks out of the cave and looks up:: ALL:  Sunny.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::walks out of the cave, her tricorder still scanning::

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
FCO: I knew I should've taken more to the physical sciences at the Academy.  Understanding literature doesn’t help to understand meteorology...  CO: Sir.  ::Nods.::

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
::walking down the hall she sees Sierra on a biobed::  CSO:  So why are you so glum? ::smiling at her::

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
*Team 2/ Team 3*: Huron to Teams 2 and 3, status report, please respond.

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
CO: The away teams are just checking in sir, or we're trying to check with them. Commander Irvin's team has lost contact with the other two teams, so Ec'Thel'Ion is checking their status now.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
FCO: Do we still have all three teams on sensors?

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
::looks up at the monitor to read her bio signs::

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@XO: Spelunking? May I ask what that means?

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@XO: Commander, I'm getting some strange readings, but it's coming from behind us....back in the cave. ::looks puzzled::

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
::Reaching alpha, opens her eyes with a slight glare at Randi::  CNS:  I am not glum.

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
CO: Yes, sir.

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
CSO:  You could have fooled me... almost pouting I would say! ::grinning::

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
::walking to the end of the bed, she picks up her chart::

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@::opens up his sample pack and begins gathering a soil sample - stands up and heads back in::  EO: Like what kind of readings?

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
<Team 2/ Team 3>  *CTO*: Sorry Sir, we were trying to stay dry, and it was hard to reach the badges under cover.  We're fine.

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
CNS:  Vulcans do not pout, however, this one has been known to have a minor bought of violence.  ::Raises an eyebrow meaningfully::

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
<bout>

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
::laughs:: *XO*: Commander, try to contact the other teams again.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@::Walks back towards the river and looks at the sediments::

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
CSO:  If you think you can take me, come on and try! ::grinning::  I have not ever had anyone best me yet!

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::heads over to show the Commander her readings:: XO: It appears to be a biosign.....no four biosign readings, but.....:;pauses::

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
*XO*: We're still in contact, are you unable to communicate with them?  Have you tried another Badge?

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
CSO:  So when would you like to get out of here instead of playing sick?

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
CNS:  My father told me to never pick on anyone that was not Vulcan that was at least not my size.

Host SM_Jim says:
ACTION:  Without realizing it, the XO slaps the back of his neck as he feels a slight bite in that area.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@XO: The readings show that they are not living.

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@::flips open his tricorder after stowing the soil samples::  *Teams 2 and 3* This is Commander Irvin....   Is everything progressing?

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
CNS:  As for out of here, I should not be here.  So now would be nice.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Runs level 5 diagnostic on the Communication system.::

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
CSO: Hey! Don't let this small size fool you... Ever heard the saying dynamite comes in small packages?

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@::smacks the back of his neck subconsciously::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@:;follows the XO inside the cave again::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::listens to the conversation happening, glancing at his console to make sure the orbit is stable.::

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
CSO:  Well if you want out of here... I deserve an apology... after all I am still listed on the medical staff ::grinning wickedly at her::

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@<T2&3> *XO* We're resuming the survey sir....   All is well...  we managed to stay pretty dry.....   

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
CNS: Nitroglycerin as well.  ::Hopes of the table::  An apology for what.  ::Reaches up and rubs the back of her neck.::

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@::notices that the other two are going back into the cave and runs after them::

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@::progresses into the cave deeper:: EO/TO: There apparently is no shortage of insects...... 

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
CSO:  You look pretty funny standing there is just that gown... so... you want out of here or not?

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::smiles::XO: Well they seem to prefer command officers sir.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@XO: As long as there are no spiders.

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@::mildly concerned:: EO: You might want to give me a quick medscan...  Just in case....

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@::stands still for a moment::

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
CNS:  If just being listed on the medical staff applies, then I assume I can check myself out.

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
::walks over to the computer and enters an fit for duty for Sierra::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::moves her tricorder quickly over the commander:: XO: You seem fine sir......for the moment at least.

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
CSO:  And you KNOW better than that... ok, be obstinate.  I was just trying to get you out of here.  Guess I will have to tell the Captain you are well yet.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
::smiles:: FCO: I find myself wishing I really had listened to Cmdr. McIntyre and accompanied them down there.... Oh well. How are matters among the flight crew and the shuttlebay?

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@::smiles and continues in, tricorder open::

Host SM_Jim says:
ACTION:  One of the insects manages to quickly bite the TO as well, and he swats at his arm.

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
::Goes to pick up her uniform, her mood becoming lighter.::

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Communication system appears to be working, perhaps the rain caused a local disruption of the RA transceiver in the team badges.  I'd guess the higher power level of the ship transmission compensated from this end.

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
CNS:  That is fine... for I am well.  ::Eyes twinkle at her for the missing word.::

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@::Smacks his arm:: ALL: Bloody bugger!

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
CO: All is well, sir. I did a quick inspection run just now, and this time the crew wasn't fighting like two year olds over something.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::aims her tricorder towards the inside of the cave::XO: Fifty meters in that direction sir. ::points::

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@::notices the TO swatting::  TO: You too?

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
CTO: Good. Keep an eye on that - jump on it the instant communications weaken.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@::Looks at his arm:: ALL: I missed.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@XO: Aye

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@EO/TO: Next time one of us gets bitten, try not to swat...   We need a sample.

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
::pretends to hit her com badge::  *CO*:  Captain, CSO Sky is not yet well... looks like she needs to stay in sickbay a while longer.

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
::Quickly gets into her uniform.::  CNS:  There are times I truely dislike being of mixed bloods.

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
::Looks over at Randi and shakes her head as she sits down to put on her boots.::

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: You don't have to tell me that twice, Sir.  You know I'll do whatever I can to keep the crew safe.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@XO: I supposing that means it needs to be alive? Darn.

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
CNS:  You must remember to imitate the sound of the chirp.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
::smiles:: CTO: Of course, lieutenant. FCO: Dylan, that is always a good thing.

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
CSO:  Well crap!  And would it hurt you to apologize to a friend trying to spring you out of here?

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@:;looks at Lt. Wyte::TO: You sure are having quite the adventure today. First the stream and now the local insect population, huh? ::grins::

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@TO: Afraid so Lieutenant.....  ::continues to walk in the direction that the EO pointed out::  *Huron* We've picked up a biosign deeper in side this cave.  We're progressing in...  

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Runs a meteorological scan of the region surrounding the Away Team, trying to figure out what caused such a rapid weather change.::

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
::Looks curiously at Randi, uncertain what she was supposed to be apologizing for.::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::smiles:: CO: They will learn eventually. ::sighs a little:: How long do these surveys last, sir? A day? Two?

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@EO:  Half the fun is getting into a mess.

Host SM_Jim says:
ACTION:  The sun quickly burns off all of the humidity.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@XO: Uh, sir, it might be better if I go first.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
*XO*: Aye Sir, I'll try and scan it from orbit and see if we can give you a heads up.  ::Begins scanning the cave system, looking for life signs.::

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
::watches as her friend gets dressed, then walks out of sickbay::

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@::stands aside::  TO: By all means Lieutenant....  

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Captain, the Away Team is investigating life signs deeper inside the cave they entered for shelter.  Trying to scan for it now.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
*XO*: Acknowledged. Be careful - is this the only biosign you've detected in the caves?

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@TO: I'll bring up the rear. XO: Commander, after you. ::motions him ahead::

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
*CO*:  Captain, I have released CSO Sky for duty... the allergy has been taken care of, and she is fit to go to the surface if you wish it.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@::Grabs his phaser and looks around the corners of the cave::

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
::Sighs, speaking to no one.::  Just when I thought I fully understood humanoids in general...

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@::continues behind the TO:: *CO* we've actually detected 4.  All appear to be dead....  

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
*CNS*: Noted, counselor. I will inform Cmdr. Irvin. Give my regards to Ms Sky.

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
::Gathering her medical kit, she heads out the door.::

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
~~~CSO:  The Captain is glad to hear you are fit for duty and sends his regards.~~~

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
*XO*: Humanoid? And Lt. Sky is returning to your position, incidentally.

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@::looks to EO::  EO: Humanoid?

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: If I may suggest something, Lieutenant Sky would prove most useful investigating the cause of death of the life signs, perhaps the team should wait a few minutes for her.

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
::Shakes her head:: ~~~~CNS:  Thank you, and I apologize~~~~ ::For what she would have to discover later.::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::Raises an eyebrow at the XO's report::

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
::Enters a turbolift.::  Computer, transporter room 2.

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@*CO* Negative Captain....   I'd prefer that we not have more personnel in this cave than what is necessary...  Have her join up with Team 2.

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
~~~CSO:  Thank you...~~~

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@XO: All seem to be humanoid, but two of those are Vulcan. They should be just ahead.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
*XO*: Lt. Sky can help you analyze these bodies that you have detected. She's coming down. ::smiles::

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
::Stepping out of the turbolift, she soon enters the transporter room.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@*CO* And the lifesigns are all humanoid...  At least two of them are Vulcan....    Perhaps Ms. Sky's expertise will be valuable here....

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@::Jumps in front of an entrance, then rolls around the corner::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@TO: Lt. they should be just around that next corner.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
*XO/ EO/ TO*: I'm going to create a downlink between the Huron's scanners and your tricorders.  If you need me to alter the parameters of the scan any, just let me know.  ::Establishes the link.::

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
*XO*: She will be beaming down shortly directly to your location. Obviously I don't need to tell you to be careful. The sooner you can get out of that cave, the better.

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@::shines flashlight in:: *CTO/CO* Acknowledged.....

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@TO: Well?

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@EO: Alrighty.  ::Jumps around the last corner::

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
*CO*:  Captain, I am ready to beam down.  With Commander Irvin on the first time, it would be logical for me to join one of the others.

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::waits for the CO to finish speaking to the XO::

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
::Steps up onto the transporter padd.::

Host SM_Jim says:
ACTION:  The CSO is transported to the entrance of the cave.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
::sighs, and chuckles:: *CSO*: Negative, lieutenant, you will be joining them. They will explain everything once you have arrived.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@XO: Well....They're either dead or unconscious.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::shines her palm beacon ahead then gasps as the light plays off several dead bodies:: All: Oh my!

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Computer: Begin scanning the planet, look for any biosigns of humanoid nature besides the Away Team.  Give notice if any additional locations are discovered.

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
@::Looks at the cave with surprise, no emotion showing on her face.::

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
::picks up Holly's mental distress while she is riding to the bridge in the TL::

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@::quickly walks up to the bodies and scans for lifesigns::

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
@*CO*:  It would appear that I am here.  But I do not see anyone.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: For what it's worth, I'm beginning a scan of the rest of the planet.  If there's bodies in one location, there may be more.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@::Sniffs:: XO/EO: Yep, they're dead.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::moves past the others to the bodies and kneels down:: All: Looks like they've been dead for six months or so.

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
::steps off the TL onto the bridge::  CO:  Captain, what is happening on the surface?  The AT seems to be in distress, or should I say upset?

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
@*XO*:  Commander, this is Sky.  I am outside of a cave, I assuming waiting for you.

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
CO: I find the fact that there are people... dead or alive, other than us down there quite disturbing.

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@::hears the CSO in the distance via the echoes - yells and does not use the communicator::  CSO: We're 50 meters in Ms. Sky.....

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
FCO:  Dead?  Who is dead Roz?

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
::takes her seat and closes her eyes to tune into the entire AT::

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
::sighs:: FCO: Indeed, commander. I wonder when the Vulcans were here, for what reason... must not have been a Starfleet-coordinated visit... ::frowns, as he turns to the CNS::

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
::Hearing the call, enters the cave, waiting a moment at the entrance for her eyes to adjust.::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::frowns:: CNS: I was using a metaphor, Randi... I hope.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@XO/EO: I know the rancor of death, I been around it several times.

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@TO: One can hope....

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
CO: Perhaps from the Science Institute.

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@::sigh::

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
FCO/ CO: Agreed, if there were sentient beings on that planet, someone must have known, and there should be signs.  Buildings, roads, waste products.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::continues to examine the bodies::

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@::stands up::*CO* They're all dead Captain..... Permission to have them beamed aboard for autopsy.....

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@XO: Hope is useless, sir.

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
@::Within seconds her Vulcan eyesight adjusts and she moves in the direction the echo had come from, counting in her mind 50 meters.::

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
~~~CSO:  Be very careful... Make sure they are not contagious... sorry, you are a doctor as well.~~~

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::frowns deepens:: CNS: Seems it wasn't a metaphor after all.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@::Walks past the dead bodies to see what lies beyond::

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
CO:  Captain, if you beamed them up, I suggest a class one containment field.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
*XO*: Stand by, commander. *Sickbay* Prepare to receive 4 corpses from the planet, class-one containment field. ::nods at the CNS::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@XO: Commander, I don't think that is a good idea until we are sure that they aren't carrying any foreign biological matter.

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
@~~~~CNS:  Who are not contagious?~~~~  ::arriving, sees the bodies.  ~~~~CNS:  Never mind, I see.~~~~

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Keeps glancing at the planetary bio scan search.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@EO: The biofilter should catch anything with the modifications that were just completed...  Plus class-one containment is standard procedure.  I do not foresee any danger.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@CSO: Sierra, maybe you should look these bodies over before they're beamed up.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
*XO*: Permission granted. Inform us when you are ready.

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
CO:  Permission to go back to sickbay... I would like to make sure the orders are followed until the CSO can get there, unless you are keeping her on the surface.

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
@::Nodding to the engineer, she pulls out her tricorder and does a general scan.::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@XO: Commander, Sierra could do a quick examination first.

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@*CO* Acknowledged....   Ms. Sky is just arrived and is conducting a preliminary scan first.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Runs Level 2 diagnostic on Sickbay's Quarantine field.::

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
CNS: Counselor... try to contact the Vulcan Science Institute, see if they sent any survey teams to Brialus recently.

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
CO:  Aye Sir! ::getting up from her seat, she walks over to the OPS console::

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
::Not finding anything beyond the obvious, she closes her tricorder and pulls out the medical one and performs a more intense scan.::

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@EO/XO: Then there was light...I found an entrance.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Sir, we might want to get a team from Science to start looking at the geological scans of the area.  Maybe the signs of previous inhabitation are buried.

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@CSO: Anything?

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
::prepares a class one probe to Vulcan::   CO:  Information has been d/led to the probe Sir... permission to send?

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
CNS: Of course. CTO: Yes, please forward the data down to Science Lab 1.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::stands and heads over to the TO::TO: Dem, what is it?

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
CTO:  Please release the probe to Vulcan.

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
@::Looks over at the others, before settling on the first officer.::  XO:  From preliminary scans as well as visual, all indications are they killed each other.

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
@::Stands up::  XO:  There are also no records of any other surveys having been performed yet on this world.

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@::raises an eyebrow::  CSO: Killed each other?  That's impossible....

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Downloads data from scans to Science.::  CNS: Aye, launching Class IX communications probe now.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@EO: I said I found an entrance...It's a small one though.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
CTO: This is... open a permanent commlink with the team, keep it open.

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
CTO:  Thank you.

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
@::Nods to the weapons in hand and one not far from a body::  XO:  They would appear to be civilians, but without running a DNA scan on the ship, we cannot be certain.

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
CO:  I will also try a subspace message to Vulcan in hopes of reaching them.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@TO: Could someone get through? :;peers ahead::

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@CSO: Fair enough...   Think it's safe to send them on up?

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
::taps the code for Vulcan::

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@EO: Aye, a fit man could get through.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
*XO*: Keep talking, commander - what's going on with those bodies?

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
@XO:  No.  It is not logical for Vulcans to murder.  I am uncertain about this.  And having just dealt with a microb that was missed from the last away mission, I am not ready to simply beam them aboard.  At least not without some preparation.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@TO: Better let the Commander know. ::smiles and nods::

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@EO: Very well.

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@*CO* Stand by Captain....   Indications are that these vulcans killed each other...   Lt. Sky does not believe it safe to beam them aboard at this time....   We're going to progress to see if we can find any other evidence as to what happened here.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::runs her tricorder around the small entrance::

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
*XO*: Killed each other! What of the other two bodies? And do you require additional security support?

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@*CO* Negative Captain.....  Not at this time....

Host SM_Jim says:
ACTION:  The XO comes across as being a bit agitated.

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::tries to think what could make Vulcans kill each other::

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
@::Kneels back down to gather samples from the bodies.::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::shines her palm beacon through the small opening::

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@::moves in to where the EO and TO are::  EO/TO: Report....  

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@ XO: Sir, I've found a small entrance up ahead, Lt. Sparks is surveying it right now.

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
~~~FCO: I remember reading about something like this in Kirk's time.  The crew killed themselves.~~~

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
~~~CNS: Yes, but what caused it?~~~

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::turns back towards Eli:: XO: It's small sir, but I think I can get through.

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
~~~FCO: It was a virus transmitted by moisture.  From one crew to the other.~~~

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@EO: How about the rest of us Sparks?

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
::frowns:: *XO*: ... Alright, commander. I'm keeping the commlink open... so keep talking. If you need support, we'll send it down.

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::glances over at Randi:: ~~~CNS: The rain?~~~

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
CO:  I remember a virus that was transmitted by crew touching each other... end result was they killed each other, like below.

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
CTO: Ec'Thel'Ion, have you heard from the other teams recently?

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@::does not answer the captain::

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@XO: I can always make myself get through.

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
@::Works quickly, ignoring the decay of the bodies.::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::grins:: XO: Well sir, Dem may be able to squeeze through, but I don't think you can fit sir.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: I'm going to have another team standing by, with isolation suits ready if needed.  They'll be gathering in Transporter Room 2.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
CNS: Have we been receiving the data that the CSO has been collecting?

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
CTO: Thanks, Ec'Thel'Ion.

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
CO:  I have not received any data.  I think the CTO is handling all of that.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
FCO: Nothing reported since the rain stopped, next hourly report is due in about half an hour.

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
@XO:  I have samples prepared.  They should be handled with caution, in a quarantined area.

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::nods:: CTO: I see.

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
CO:  Until we are sure, I suggest you tell the AT NOT to touch each other.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
CTO: Give the CNS access to the data that the CSO has been collecting. CNS: Perhaps if you worked in tandem, you may be able to identify a cause, and perhaps verify your theory.

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@EO: Noted...... In that case, lets widen the entrance a bit.  Devise a way to cut with phasers without colapsing the cavern. ::turns back towards the CSO::

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
::raises her eyebrow::  CO:  Work with the CTO?

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
*XO*: Commander, Counselor McIntyre seems to have reason to suggest that the away team avoid as much physical contact as possible. Until her theory is proved or disproved... it may be prudent to follow.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Uh, OK.  The data stream is rather large, but I'm sure she knows better what parts are pertinent to her theory.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::sighs:: XO: Yes sir, I'll see what I can do. ::walks back to the small entrance::

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
@::Removing the medical gloves she stands back up, waiting for the commanders reply.::

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
CTO:  I remembered an instance from the Enterprise when Kirk was the CO.  They ran across a virus similar to this.  Would you like to access the computer records?

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
@::Places the gloves inside the sample bag and seals it closed.::

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@::Walks towards the entrance as well:: EO: Can I be of an assitance?

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@*CO* Agreed.  Ms. Sky has completed her initial exam of the bodies and has samples prepared.....   I think she's ready to have them beamed up..   She recommends maximum quarantine.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
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Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
*CSO*: There have been some interesting comments up here on the bridge. Is there any evidence of a pathogen of any sort, in the area?

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
~~~CSO: Sierra, be careful... this seems to be like something I read about in the past.  Do not touch those bodies.~~~

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
*XO*: Noted. Stand by.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Those bodies aren't alone.  So far scanners have detected at least 10 more bodies.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
CTO: Beam the samples aboard. ::grunts as he hears about the 10 bodies::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@TO: Sure thing. We have to reconfigure our phasers to widen the entrance, but I don't want to bring the roof of the cave down on us.

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
@*CO:  I am not reading anything known.  ::Emphasizes the last word.::

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
CO:  Captain, I am giving my strongest recommendation to NOT beam those bodies back to the ship.

Host SM_Jim says:
ACTION:  The TO becomes a bit agitated from time to time along with the XO.

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
~~~~CNS:  I have not touched them physically, however, they are quite 'ripe' which means there are spores which we can not avoid.~~~~

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
*CSO*: Well, keep at it. Last I checked, Vulcans do not simply murder one another... at least, not that I know of.

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
CO:  Or Samples either.  I would prefer if you sent down equiptment for the CSO to use.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CNS: I'll try when I get a chance, trying to keep an eye on about 10 different things.  Might be better to get someone from Medical or Science to look at that data.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::adjusts her phaser::TO: How you doing?

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
::A voice a little loud:: EO: Why can't I just charge at the entrance?

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
*CSO*: Is it possible that we might send down equipment for you to analyse the samples on the planet?

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
::taps the computer and begins to search for the records of Kirk's ship and the virus::

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
@*CO*:  No captain, that is not a tendency my people are currently known for.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
*Team 2/ Team 3*: Status check, how are things proceding with your teams?

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
@*CO*:  As for the equipment, yes, there are.  The counselor should know what I need.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
::overhears the TO's voice in the background:: *XO/CSO*: What is going on down there? Is everything alright?

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
::nods to the counselor::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@TO: And get stuck? Just aim your phaser at the right side of the entrance about half way up and wait for my signal.

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
CO:  Captain, I know exactly what she needs.  I will call the science lab and have them send it down, with your permission?

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
CNS: Randi... have you factored into your theory all kinds of vectors? Plants, bugs, animals... those things?

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
CNS: Of course.

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
::Leaves that reply to the first officer.::

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@::lets out his breath:: EO: Fine.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
*Team 2/ Team 3*: We're altering our schedule, please make check in at 15 minute intervals until further notice.

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
*Science Lab*:  This is Randi, I need you to prepare to beam down ::continues to tell them what is needed::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::yells back to the XO::XO: Commander I suggest you find some cover. We're about to fire at the entrance.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@::Aims his phaser at the entrance::

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
FCO:  Yes Roz... the equipment going down can analyze any of that.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::motions to Dem to take cover as she does::

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@::looks around and finds a little cavern in the corner, motions the CSO to duck with him::

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CNS: Perhaps you could send the equipment down in a shuttle, give her an ample power source for any tests.

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::nods:: CNS: Just checking. ::smiles and looks down at his console again::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@TO: Ready? :;aims her phaser::

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
CTO:  If we send a shuttle down, that means more people on the planet.  I will defer to whatever you wish of course.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@EO: Indeed.

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@*CO* The Ms. Sparks and Mr. Wyte are just widening an entrance in this cave to allow passage further un....  Stand by/

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
~~~~CNS:  Please beam the equipment outside the cave entrance, along with a small <fill in the blank>~~~~

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@All: Fire in the hole!!!! ::opens fire::

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
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CSO_Lt_Sky says:
@::Moves back away from what they are doing.::

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@::Opens fire::

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CNS: Cargo Transporters should be able to beam one down.  That way they have a built in quarantine system, and no more people put at risk until we know what's going on.

Host SM_Jim says:
ACTION:  The XO and TO's agitation increases.

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
*CSO*:  Sierra, everything you need is being prepared now.  I am also sending a modular hut to work in.  Is there anything else?

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@::However, due to his agitation he aims too high::

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
*CNS*:  I will inform you should I require anything else.  ::Steps back out into the sunlight.::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::ducks as rocks fly past::

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
*CSO*:  I don't know if it is too late, but I am sending decon suits as well.

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@::Stands completely still::

Host XO_Cmdr_Irvin says:
@::stands up::  EO/TO: Did that do it?

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
CO:  Captain, your call, a shuttle or transport the equipment?

CSO_Lt_Sky says:
@*CNS*:  Yes, for us it is.  But not necessarily for others.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
CNS: I worry that they may need to remain on the planet for awhile, until we find out what is going on... shuttle it is.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@:;looks over at the TO::TO: Dem, that was a little high.

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
CO:  If that is your decision, then I want to fly it Sir...

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@XO: Yes, it did.  ::Walks out of the cave:: However, there is not much to see.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
CNS: Absolutely not, beam it down!

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CNS: No one needs to fly it.  The Cargo Transporters can beam it safer and quicker.

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
CO:  But Sir!  She may need some help...

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::was about to say he'll fly it but shuts his mouth with a snap at the CO's outburst::

TO_LtJg_Dem`Rual says:
@::Glares at the EO:: EO: My Apologies.

CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
~~~FCO:  Testy isn't he?~~~

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
~~~CNS: Concerned more likely.~~~

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
CNS: Counselor, if they require assistance, then so be it - but you're staying here until they need you.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@:;follows the TO out::
 
CNS-LtCmdr-McIntyre says:
*CargoTranporter*:  This is CNS McIntyre, please beam down the shuttle to the entrance of the cave.

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