USS Huron NCC 61245 SD 10406.05

Starring: 
Eric Woo as CO Captain Eric Woo
Steve Weller as CTO Ec'Thel'Ion
Kariaunna Scotti as CSO Sierra Sky
Pam Bruyere as EO Holly Ivy Sparks
Trish Yarborough as CNS Randi McIntyre
Ship Manager: Jim Koeller

Absent:
Chris Esterhuyse as FCO Dylan Roznine
Daniel Nunan as TO Dem'Rual Wyte

Mission Summary
The USS Huron remains in orbit of Brialus, as the away team comes one step closer to finding an antidote, before the rest of the infected, die. Those who have begun to exhibit symptoms have been transported back to the ship and placed in stasis tubes, while the CSO, CNS and the EO remain on the planet looking for live samples with which to test for natural resistance to this pathogen. Hopefully, they will be able to find something that enables these organisms to flourish in such a hostile environment.

Meanwhile, on the ship, the crew help to coordinate the CSO's research efforts, and the resident Bynars search through accessible hospital records for any reports of symptoms similar to the ones reported here – if this pathogen was taken off-world, there's no telling what chaos will ensue.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
USS Huron - A Whole New World, Part 8 - stardate 10406.05

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
The Huron continues to look for an antidote for this mysterious pathogen that has infected many members of the away teams on Brialus.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
Increasingly, more and more people are showing signs of irritability... but a most alarming discovery comes from the CSO, who noted a physiological change that occurred in the infected persons' brains, which would eventually kill them...

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
The XO and the TO are unconscious...

Host SM_Jim says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<RESUME MISSION>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

CSO_Sky says:
::Inside the medical module, she slowly cleaned and put away her instruments, subconsciously noting the tactical officer had become quiet.::

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::On Bridge, trying to ensure no more of the flare ups occur.::  *Sec*: Yes, I said full environmental suits, and set up each officer with a Tricorder set to bug repellent mode, check document 101321610518-0313, section 1.10 if you don't know how.  Oh, and send a team to backup Sickbay.  If the Commander wakes up and goes bonkers, I want the doc's covered.

CNS-McIntyre says:
@CSO:  Any progress yet?

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::stands outside the medical module, kind of watching for any signs of trouble::

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
::on the bridge, listening to the activity that's occurring:: CTO: The last thing we need is for an officer on the rampage on the ship. *CSO*: Report, lieutenant.

CSO_Sky says:
@::Looks up::  CNS:  The bites are leaving eggs.  The eggs are hatching and the larva for some reason search out the brain stem where it wraps itself around.  There it sends out a hormone that induces violence in the infected person.

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Especially in Sickbay.

CNS-McIntyre says:
@CSO:  OH, that is wonderful.  What do we do now?

CSO_Sky says:
@*CO*:  We know what is going on.  The question is how to cure the infected individuals without killing them.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::moves to the door and opens it::CSO/CMO: Are we heading back to the ship soon? This place is beginning to creep me out.

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Computer: Remove the higher settings from all Phasers on the planet, anything over level 3.  Over ride to require permission from 3 planet side officers, or 2 ship side.  CO: That way a Phaser doesn't "accidentally" slip to the higher settings.

CSO_Sky says:
@CNS:  Stay away from the insects for now.  And find away to kill the larva.  Surgery would not only be difficult, but dangerous considering the areas infected.

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Self: Without killing them?

CNS-McIntyre says:
@CSO:  What about trying an electrical charge to the eggs?  It should fry them without hurting the brain stem.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
*CSO*: Is there any reason that would compel you to remain on the planet? If you feel you can continue your work on the ship, then please do so. I'd sooner get everyone off if possible.

CSO_Sky says:
@::Looks over at Holly::  EO:  Please keep the door closed.  Come join us.

CSO_Sky says:
CNS:  They are already wrapped around the brain stem.  If you shock them, you shock the larvae, unless they are more sensitive to a different voltage.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::steps inside and closes the door::CSO: I'm afraid there's nothing I can do to help.

CNS-McIntyre says:
@CSO: At least we can try it.  ::looks over at Holly::

CNS-McIntyre says:
@EO:  Come on in, but keep a watch on that door, we don't need any surprises.

CSO_Sky says:
@*CO*:  Actually... I am curious.  Does this insect only affect humanoids, or does the life forms on this planet have some kind of immunity that might save them.

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: This still doesn't answer where that other team came from.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::shrugs at Randi::CNS: You got it! I'll just stay right here by the door.....just in case.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
*CSO*: That's a very good point. You can spend some time collecting samples if you like - but as soon as you feel it's okay to return to the ship, do so.

Host SM_Jim says:
ACTION:  Reports come in that the other crewmembers affected are starting to show signs of increased irritability and anger.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
CTO: No, it certainly doesn't. But right now we have to worry about one thing at a time... and that is the safety of this crew.

CSO_Sky says:
@CNS:  If we are wrong, we will turn the individuals into living vegetables. if then.  Damage that area, and you harm the involuntary functions such as breathing... heart beating...  etc.

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Hears the CSO's message, and scans for larger life forms in the area, in case a sample is needed.::  *CSO*: Without getting bogged down in the details, what if we put those infected into stasis chambers?

CSO_Sky says:
@*CTO*:  That would make things quicker and easier.

CNS-McIntyre says:
@CSO: We may be left with that choice Sierra... unless there is something on the planet that we can use as an antidote.

Host SM_Jim says:
ACTION:  Scans show that certain other lifeforms on the planet are flourishing.

CSO_Sky says:
@EO:  Ready to go hunting?

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
*CNS*: How many of the officers on the planet are infected?

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
*CNS*: Furthermore, are you able to determine exactly who is infected, at this time?

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@CSO: Depends what we're hunting for Sierra. ::smiles slightly::

CNS-McIntyre says:
@CTO*:  The count at this time is ten...

CSO_Sky says:
@CNS:  That is what I am hoping.  If it does affect other life forms, perhaps there is some kind of vegetation they eat that causes either an immunity or kills the larvae off.

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
*CNS*: Acknowledged.  *Sickbay*: We need 10 stasis tubes prepared, until we figure out a cure, put Commander Irvin in one, and the other victims when they are beamed up as well.

CNS-McIntyre says:
@CO:  Just the ten we have so far, but security is watching the situation Sir.

CNS-McIntyre says:
@CSO:  Well, let's go plant hunting ladies! ::grinning::

CSO_Sky says:
@::Looks behind hr::  *CTO*:  Don't forget the TO.  He appears to be out for the count.  Have medical look him over.  The others killed each other off.  ::Doesn't say they may be out of time for him.::

CNS-McIntyre says:
@*CTO*:  Ready to beam them up.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
CTO: Make sure there's a level-10 forcefield around the stasis tubes. Wouldn't want to accidentally beam aboard and release any mosquitoes. Then do so.

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
*CNS*: OK, setting an area up, OK, sickbay reports ready, initiating now.  ::Taps in the order to transport, then latches on the forcefield order.::

CSO_Sky says:
@*CTO*:  Can you beam the various species here to the module lab?

Host SM_Jim says:
ACTION:  The stasis tubes are transported to sickbay.

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Forcefield may be over kill, but that's better then under estimation.  Now, I agree that curing the infected individuals should take precedence, but should we really have everyone on the same task?  Many of us aren't of much use to it, and if another team was here and left the system, they might have spread the bugs about.

CNS-McIntyre says:
@EO:  Holly, guess we should get some more sample boxes... ::reaching into a cabinet, she pulls out the needed supplies::

CSO_Sky says:
@CNS/EO:  If you can get plant samples... ummm... you might explore the excrement of the animals to ascertain the types of plants they are eating.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@CSO: Explore what?

CNS-McIntyre says:
@CSO: Sierra, you may be my friend, but I ain't picking up no animal poop!

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
*CSO*: Aye, you want the fauna, right?  I'll beam one to each of the sample cases, stunned.  That shouldn't harm them.  When done, we can beam them back out.

CSO_Sky says:
@::A twinkle comes to her eyes::  EO:  Excrement... bio waste product.  Of the animal kind.

CSO_Sky says:
@*CTO*:  Let me know when you are ready to deliver.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
CTO: True. But Starfleet Command nor the Vulcan Science Institute has responded to our message about any previous teams. What other avenues of research are available?

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::grins::CSO: That's ok Sierra. I really don't mind doing it. :;grabs a box and waits::

CSO_Sky says:
@CNS:  It will cut the time down tremendously.  How else will you know what they are eating without weeks of observations.

CNS-McIntyre says:
@EO:  You are a braver man than I am Holly!  ::begins to laugh::

CNS-McIntyre says:
@CSO/EO:  Shall we ladies?  ::goes to the door;:

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::holds the door::CSO/CNS: After you.

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
*CSO*: Aye, starting now.  ::Begins beaming samples of the different animals into the sample cases, noting the point where each one is picked up from.::

CSO_Sky says:
@CNS/EO:  You are on your own ladies.  I get to play with the animals.

CNS-McIntyre says:
@::grins at Holly and walks out the door::  EO:  I do think it would be a good idea to stay together though... let's not get out of our line of sight.

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: I'd guess medical facilities.  If someone had an illness similar to this and went to a Federation hospital, it would be on record.  Plus missing persons reports, stuff like that.  I'll get the Bynars searching the records, looking for a match.

CNS-McIntyre says:
@EO:  Holly, how about that field over there?  ::points::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::follows Randi::CNS: Who ever said Starfleet was glamorous never served on the Huron.:;looks:: Fine by me.

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Oh, wait, they'll need to know what to match.  I'll have them work with one of the Med Techs, have someone with the technical end covered.

CNS-McIntyre says:
@::clomps along, feeling very heavy in the decon suit::

CSO_Sky says:
@ ::Turns to look at the various samples of fauna appearing in the small lab.::  Interesting...

CNS-McIntyre says:
@EO:  There are several different specimens here.  ::bending down she kneels on one knee, taking the trowel and digging up different plants::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::shifts the case to her other hand::CNS: There's water nearby, so there should be some animal droppings there.

Host SM_Jim says:
ACTION:  A swarm of the mosquito-like insects can be seen by the CNS and EO.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
CTO: Good idea. The Bynars should be able to do it pretty quickly. How many samples have you beamed over so far?

CNS-McIntyre says:
@EO:  Have fun, but stay in sight Holly.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@CNS: Watch out for those! ::points to the mosquitoes:: I'll be right back.

CNS-McIntyre says:
@::digging up three different plants, she moves on, further into the field, but keeping Holly in sight;:

CSO_Sky says:
@::With medical tricorder in hand, she begins to scan the various species.  One with beautiful white fur, reminding her of a Selat, twitched in its sleep.::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::trudges off to the stream and bends down looking for animal leftovers::Self: There should be some around here.

CNS-McIntyre says:
@::looks up to see Holly and moves closer to her direction::

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Filled all 12 sample cases on the science module, as each is checked, I'll move it out and bring in another.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::notices something brown::Self: Ahh, here we are. ::scoops up a small sample and places it in the case::

CNS-McIntyre says:
@EO:  You ok over there Holly?

CSO_Sky says:
@ Nizhona...  I don't suppose you would like to come home with me.  You are clean.  Let's see about your fellow mates.  ::Turns to a reptile species.::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::waves to Randi::CNS: Fine Randi, just digging for gold. ::laughs to herself::

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
*Sickbay*: Has the stasis field slowed the progression of the infection?

CSO_Sky says:
@::Quickly finishes scanning the various eclectic species that the CTO had given her.::

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
CTO: I hope it will not take several dozen specimens before the CSO can find something.

CNS-McIntyre says:
@EO:  That kind of gold I can do without Holly!  ::laughing::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::moves to another location and looks down for more excrement::

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Orders the Bynars to work with a med tech, looking for signs that this infection left the planet.::

CSO_Sky says:
@*CNS/EO*:  All those I have are showing clean.  Now the question is that because they are humanoid or because of their diet.  I might suggest trying to infect one of the and see what happens.

Host SM_Jim says:
ACTION:  The reptile is spooked by the CSO and reacts by spraying her.

CNS-McIntyre says:
@::moves closer to the water, taking different specimens::

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: I'd think not, Sir.  Each species would need some kind of defense I'd guess.

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Scans the orbital debris, looking for signs of damaged or destroyed ships having been destroyed in orbit.::

CNS-McIntyre says:
@*CSO*:  Sierra, wait until one of us are with you.  No need to take chances.

CNS-McIntyre says:
@*CSO*:  If it works, we can release it and see where it goes.

Host SM_Jim says:
ACTION:  Scans show no signs of damaged or destroyed ships.

CSO_Sky says:
@Swiftly jumps back::  Reptile:  Tough neuro system huh?  Don't worry, you will go home soon enough.  ::Reaches for a towel, unconsciously wrinkling her nose.::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::scoops up several samples, in various degrees of decay::Self: Glad I can't smell these. Whew!

CSO_Sky says:
@*CNS*:  Goes?  Ahhh... to see if it seeks a plant to eat.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
::looks at the Bynars, as they work; it occurs to him that he's never really spoken to them before:: CTO: Have they, er, made any progress?

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Expands scans, searching any planetary bodies or large rock collections that may have damaged, destroyed, or hidden a ship in the system.::  CO: I'm looking for signs of how the other team got here.  Not sure if it'll turn up anything, but I'll start with the moons and work out from there.

CSO_Sky says:
@CNS:  That would be wise.  I have a nice reptile here for you.

CNS-McIntyre says:
@*CSO*:  Yes Sierra, I think that would help us faster, than all the tests we are going to need to make, plus trying to adapt it to humans.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@:;looks around at Randi::CNS: How many samples do we need?

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
10010/ 0100: Anything yet?

CNS-McIntyre says:
@EO:  I wouldn't think more than 10 or 12 Holly, how many do you have now?

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::counts the samples::CNS: Oh, five.......no six.

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
<10010/ 0100>  CTO: Relax, you know how many hospital records we need to go over with the med tech?

CNS-McIntyre says:
@EO:  Me too... I am going downstream a little, come with me, I don't want us to be separated.

CNS-McIntyre says:
@*CSO*:  How thick is that reptiles skin?  It might not work.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
::hears the Bynars' response, and opens his mouth to speak, and closes it again:: 10010/0100: Do inform me when you've found something.

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Not yet, Sir.  As they said, there's a lot of reports to check, and it's not like looking for a computer match.  Each possible match will need to be looked at.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@CNS: There looks like some on the other side. I'll cross just up ahead but you can still see me.

CSO_Sky says:
@::Smiles to herself::  *CNS*:  Given we are warm blooded mammals, nor would it be the best choice.

CNS-McIntyre says:
@EO:  Ok, but do not take any chances.  You have your phaser handy ok?

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::pats her side::CNS: Right here Randi, don't worry.

CSO_Sky says:
@::Looks over at the specimens to chose three, then marks them.::

CSO_Sky says:
@*CTO*:  I have chosen and tagged three species to 'play' with.  Please return the others to where you have found them.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::walks along the shore looking for a shallow part of the stream and crosses successfully to the other side::

CNS-McIntyre says:
@::matches Holly's pace so she will stay even with her::

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
*CSO*: Understood, you want some more?  ::Beams out the untagged samples while waiting on the reply.::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@:;bends down again to examine the shoreline::

CSO_Sky says:
@*CTO*:  Not at the moment, thank you.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
::listens to the open commlink:: *CSO*: Play with them? I certainly hope you're mindful not to leave them with any permanent damage, lieutenant. But good luck.

CNS-McIntyre says:
@::takes out her trowel once again and takes 5 more samples for the CSO::

CSO_Sky says:
@:: Using the DNA from the larvae from the dead, she matches it with the DNA of the various insects the computer had been scanning for her.::

CSO_Sky says:
@*CO*:  I will do as little harm as possible.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::sees several animals just ahead, leaving the stream::Self: Oh good, fresh me...errrr stuff.

CNS-McIntyre says:
@EO:  Holly, don't get too close, we don't know how they are going to react.

CNS-McIntyre says:
@::doesn't like the idea of the animals being so close, so she crosses over the stream::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::waves at Randi::CNS: They're moving away Randi, it's fine.

CSO_Sky says:
@ There you are... ::examine the insect closely::  You don't look so obnoxious.

CNS-McIntyre says:
@EO:  Holly I am taking no chances... if anything happened to you, I don't think I could handle that.

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
CTO: What could be so interesting to the previous party that they would want to come to this planet? The database doesn't indicate any past archaeological finds... nothing to loot, no reason to come unannounced...

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::notices steam rising from the excrement::CNS: Oh how yummy huh? :;giggles::

CSO_Sky says:
@*CTO*:  I need 3  areas surrounded by a forcefield about 10 meters by 10 set up outside of the module.

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: And no signs of an accident to explain coming here without a choice.  Smugglers?  Fugitives?  I don't know, those would have left more signs.

CNS-McIntyre says:
@EO:  Oh yuck Holly!  But... ~~~We could save it for someone that annoys us.~~~

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::collects her samples and places them in the box::

CNS-McIntyre says:
@::begins to snicker with that thought;:

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
*CSO*: OK, give me about 5 seconds...OK, it's set.  One meter north of the main door, proceeding for 10 meters, each one side by each.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@CNS: Ok Randi, I only need two more.

CNS-McIntyre says:
@EO:  Holly, get those two and let's get back.  We have more than enough here.

CSO_Sky says:
@*CTO*:  Once they are secured, you can beam the fauna into them, one for each area.

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
*CSO*: Understood, beaming now.  ::Beams the remaining samples into the shielded areas.::

CSO_Sky says:
@*CNS/EO*:  I am about ready for you.

CSO_Sky says:
@*CTO*:  Thank you.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@CNS: Ok, let me check near the trees first.

CNS-McIntyre says:
@*CSO*:  We are on our way back, got 12 samples of poop for you, and the same of plants.

CSO_Sky says:
@::Moves to put on her decon suit.::

CSO_Sky says:
@::Smiles::  *CNS*:  Hopefully the samples will be enough.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::waddles towards the trees to look for two more samples::

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Angeltra: OK, next search.  Review records of unsolved raids, or suspected smuggling operations who's area of operation would be within 1 Light year of this system.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@:;brushes some undergrowth away and gets down close and personal-like to the ground::

CSO_Sky says:
@::Making sure she is secure, she takes the sample box and divides the insects into three smaller containers.::

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
CTO: Simultaneously, check in with any bases in the vicinity, see if any flight plans have been logged that would suggest this direction.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@CNS: I found more here Randi. Give me a minute to collect them.

CSO_Sky says:
@::Taking the three containers, she exits the module, looking around for the others.::

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Aye sir, perhaps not all missing persons were reported.  ::Nods to Angeltra to add that to the list.::

CNS-McIntyre says:
@EO:  Okay Holly, just hurry... until we know what we are doing, I want to get back to the module.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::pulls out her tongs and grabs a couple of samples, filling the sample box, before standing up::CNS: There, that's twelve. Let's go.

CNS-McIntyre says:
@EO:  You don't have to tell me twice!  ::turns back to the stream to leave::

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::follows Randi::CNS: Just be careful crossing.

CNS-McIntyre says:
@EO:  Yeah, I don't need a bath right now... ::takes the shallow part that is only 6 inches deep::

CSO_Sky says:
@::Puts the containers down and waits for the other two, looking around the area::

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: What if it's the bugs themselves?

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::wades into the water behind Randi::

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
CO: I beg your pardon, lieutenant?

CNS-McIntyre says:
@*CSO*:  We are on our way back Sierra.  Should be there in 5 minutes.

CSO_Sky says:
@::Kneeling down, she watches as the various mammals explore the small area.::  *CNS*:  I am outside the module with the three chosen samples inside them, waiting for you before I place the insects inside with them.

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: I mean, what if this is some kind of twisted game?  Drop individuals on the planet, and see how long they can maintain their composure and survive?  Slave gladiatorial battles still happen in some of the seedier areas, even in the Federation.  What if this is just the next level?

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@::looks around as they walk::CNS: You know, this place could be a paradise.

CNS-McIntyre says:
@::turns to see that Holly is behind her::  EO:  Well, let's get back.  Yes it could, but it seems like every Eden has its snakes doesn't it?

Host CO_Capt_Woo says:
CTO: Well, I'll give you points for creativity, that's for sure, lieutenant.

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@:;grins::CNS: Snakes? That reminds me, did Sierra get samples of those?

CNS-McIntyre says:
@EO:  I don't want to know, and don't ask her!

CTO_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: I just hope I don't get points for being right.  Even if it does match what we've found...

EO_Lt_Sparks says:
@CNS: The only snakes I know are on the Huron. ::laughs aloud::

Host SM_Jim says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<PAUSE MISSION>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

Star Trek: A Call To Duty - USS Huron
Season Five, Episode Twenty-Eight (Mission #199)
"A Whole New World, Part 8"
Original Air Date: 10406.05
Executive Producer: Jim Koeller