USS Huron NCC 61245 SD 10409.25

Starring: 
Eric Woo as CO Captain Eric Woo
Pam Bruyere as EO Holly Ivy Sparks
James Cook as CMO Robert James Strafer
Chris Esterhuyse as FCO Dylan Roznine
Tom Marsland II as CIV Alex Tyler
Daniel Nunan as TO Dem'Rual Wyte
Karriaunna Scotti as CMO Mei Ling Chen (NPC)
Steve Weller as CTO Ec'Thel'Ion
Ship Manager: Jim Koeller

Absent:
Trish Yarborough as CNS Randi McIntyre

Mission Summary
The Huron enters orbit of Teras, where the Senior Staff beam down and split into three teams, the CO/CIV/CTO comprising the first team, the FCO and CEO comprising the second team and the TO/CMO comprising the third. Upon beaming down to the surface, the teams find the shadiest-looking city in the galaxy, easily, as they wander the streets looking for possible contacts and sources of information... and are threatened by heavy weapons fire as they try to make contact with the natives... Meanwhile, The MO makes a disturbing discovery: The presence of a highly rare crystal in The mines of Orthos, a crystal that if refined, could be one of The most devastating weapons in the galaxy...

Back on the planet, a mysterious person makes contact with Team One, and offers to help them find what they are looking for...

Host CO_Woo says:
USS Huron - 10409.25

Host CO_Woo says:
The USS Huron is about to arrive at the Teras System, where they believe the parties responsible for the attack on Orthos and the Monterey, have sought refuge. They'll have no choice but to descend on the filthy, dark and shady colony on the planet, as they search for clues as to what happened and why.

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

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
::makes a final check on the engineering systems console before heading back to her quarters to change into less obvious clothes::

MO_Chen says:
% ::On the planet, making her way down the small side tunnel where she had found one man dead, holding something beautiful that only man could turn ugly.::

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::In Transporter Room, checking equipment status for Away Teams.::

CMO_Ens_Strafer says:
::in personal quarters, worrying painfully about whether my clothing is inconspicuous enough::

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
::Looking around the TR waiting to leave::

Host CO_Woo says:
*Senior Staff*: When ready, please report to Transporter Room 1 immediately.

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
::heads off to her room to change hoping not to hold the away team up::

MO_Chen says:
% ::Stopping, she recalibrated her tricorder, then proceeded, running her torch along the wall, as she glanced down every now and then at the readings.::

Host CO_Woo says:
::takes a last look in the mirror, and steps out of his quarters in civvies; he walks to the turbolift and enters:: Turbolift: Transporter Room 1.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
*CO*: Aye Sir, already there, giving our weapons a final check before we beam down.  Replicated a number of knives for those who need.  How are we handling Phasers?

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::walks out of his quarters, dressed in trousers with many pockets, mid-calf boots with lots of buckles, tight-ish sweater and trench coat::

CMO_Ens_Strafer says:
::fitfully changes shirts, then heads to a TL:: TL: Transporter room 1.

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
::hears the Captain's com and tries to hurry up:: Self: Men, always so impatient!

MO_Chen says:
% ::Turning a bend, she stopped to find herself in what looked like had once been a huge geode.  One large enough to be a small room.  She could only imagine the beauty it must once have been.  Such destruction, just to destroy more.::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::makes his way unhurried, yet quite speedily to the turbolift, enters as the doors open and grins at the two crewmen already inside:: TL: Transporter room one.

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
CTO: So when are we leaving.

MO_Chen says:
% ::Putting the torch down, she does a full scan of the room, then runs a check through the data base.::

Host CO_Woo says:
::he exits the turbolift, and steps into the transporter room, where he sees the CTO:: CTO: Give each team one phaser, concealed well... How do I look?

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
::fastens the clips on her black leather jacket then slips back out of the door and runs down the corridor to the nearest lift:: Computer: Transporter room one.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
TO: As soon as everyone's ready I believe.

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
CTO: ...wonderful. That's going to be a while.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Aye Sir, you look fine.  Would look better in uniform and staying on the Bridge, but that's not likely to happen I guess.

MO_Chen says:
% :: An unexpected reading, she opens a chest, only to step back, gagging.::

CMO_Ens_Strafer says:
::follows CO into transporter room 1:: CO: Ready, sir.  Do I look like I'm from Teras?

Host SM_Jim says:
ACTION:  The AT is beamed down to the planet right outside the city limits.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
TO: See if you can, shall we say alter the appearance of your weapon?  Federation Phasers are a bit conspicuous, we might want to camouflage them.

MO_Chen says:
% No... I wanted to be wrong... ::Turning, she reaches for the torch and stumbles from the room.::

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
::waits as the doors open as she hears the two women in the back of the lift commenting on her outfit:: <Woman> Well she looks ok, but Roz is a much snappier dresser.

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::exits the TL and strides down the corridor, swinging into the TR::

MO_Chen says:
% ::Stumbling, she reaches out to catch her balance against the wall, but does not stop.::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::pauses in the door:: All: So? Will I do?

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Pulls a Phaser, carving a bit of the casing and making a dozen "hash marks" on the side.::

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
<Woman2>CEO: You look much better my dear. ::smiles::

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
FCO: To be honest, as long as we're not wearing a uniform you look fine.

Host CO_Woo says:
CTO: Lieutenant, please. Besides, the bridge needs a new coat of paint. I could use the change in surroundings. ::glances at the CMO:: CMO: I guess? I've never been to Teras. And rightfully so. ::steps onto the transporter padd::

MO_Chen says:
% ::She barely pauses as she jumps across the dead man and exits the side tunnel.::  TO Scoo & Bee:  Scoo... were are you?  Bee?

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
::pulls out a holographic chip and puts it on the phaser making it look like a knife::

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
::turns to the ladies:: All: Well thank you ladies. ::steps out as the doors open, still smiling to herself::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::sighs:: CTO: You have no appreciation for aesthetics, really.

CMO_Ens_Strafer says:
::tries to look self over one more time, then takes a deep breath and steps onto a the transporter pad::

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
::rushes into the transporter room:: All: Sorry I'm late.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
FCO: Sorry, a bit distracted sir.  Aesthetics have no place in my concerns at the moment, if you understand.

Host CO_Woo says:
FCO: Commander, I think you look fine. Actually, as I understand it, Teras is rather shady and full of people down on their luck. You might be somewhat overdressed. ::winks::

MO_Chen says:
%<TO Scoo> ::Hearing a faint voice, stands up and looks back where they had come from.  Starting to call out, he shook his head and tapped his commbadge.::  MO:  We are down the shaft, still collecting DNA samples.

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
::walks over to Icky:: CTO: Phaser?

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::steps onto the pad, taking a phaser from Ec'Thel'Ion:: CTO: Well, I see your point. ::grins at Eric:: CO: Sir, if you look carefully, these garments have a carefully worn look about them.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Sir, while I understand keeping the Phasers hidden, I'd feel safer if all Away Team members had them.  You never know, they may prove a lifesaver down there.

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
CO: Old, but well cared for. ::pulls out his knife, checks it and puts it back in the sheath on his hip::

MO_Chen says:
% ::Bites her lip a moment.::  TO Scoo:  OK, keep at it.  I need to go back to the surface to send a message to the Huron.

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
CEO: Holly, you take the phaser, I have a knife.

MO_Chen says:
%<TO Scoo> MO:  Understood.  ::Looks at Bee:: Anything we need to know?

Host CO_Woo says:
CTO: My concern is concealment... we do not need to... inflame anyone while we're down there. But I understand your perspective. If you believe it is prudent, I trust your judgment. One phaser per member.

CMO_Ens_Strafer says:
TO: Do you think I should take a knife or something?

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
EO: For now, take this.  Trying to get another weapon for each team, but here's a Phaser and a knife.  ::Hands the weapons over.::

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
CMO: I think you should take whatever you feel comfortable with.

MO_Chen says:
% TO Scoo:  Yes... but nothing we can do about it right now.  As soon as either I am done or you are, we will meet up. ::Begins her ascent.::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::smiles as Holly suddenly has too many weapons:: CEO: Going mercenary?

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
CMO: Maybe a syringe full of poison...who knows.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Thank you sir.  Type I's are easily concealed.  ::Grabs 4 more Phasers and hands them out.::

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
::turns to Roz then looks at Icky:: CTO/FCO: Gee thanks guys, but one is enough. ::grins and takes the one from Icky::

Host CO_Woo says:
All: Never mind the humour... Teras is not a place we want to stay for too long. We will have to keep our wits about. ::stands on the padd:: Is everyone ready?

CMO_Ens_Strafer says:
TO: Never mind, this will do.  ::smiles, slightly relieved::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::chuckles and conceals the phaser on his person:: All: Ready when you are.

MO_Chen says:
% ::Slightly out of breath, she breaks into the light of day, her surroundings just as grim as when she headed down... no grimmer.::

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
FCO: Keep it Roz. I'll use this one. ::shows the phaser to him::

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
CO: I have a question. What if you don't have wits?

CIV_Tyler says:
::walks into TR 1::

MO_Chen says:
% ::Makes her way to the medical module.::

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
::tucks it inside her jacket and steps up onto the transporter pad::

CIV_Tyler says:
::looks around for the rest of his team, and steps up ton the transporter pad::

Host CO_Woo says:
::he slowly turns his head to face the CIV, looks at him for several seconds, then turns back as he readjusts his concealed phaser:: All: Everyone on. You all know what you have to do. Once we're down there, let's try to minimize contact as much as possible.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Steps on bad right behind Captain.::

MO_Chen says:
% ::Climbing in, she makes her way to the front and takes a seat.::  COMM: Huron: This is Doctor Chen, please come in.

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
::Waits for everyone else before getting on::

Host CO_Woo says:
<OPS_Zheng> COM: Orthos: This is the Huron. What can I do for you, doctor?

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::looks around:: All: Oh, how it reminds me of the shabbier parts of Iota City.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Materializes, looking around swiftly for any threats.::

MO_Chen says:
% ::Pulls out the crystal, turning it over in her hand.::  COMM:  Orthos:  Is the captain available?

Host CO_Woo says:
::looks around, as the transporter beam is activated and they find themselves on Teras... he takes a quick whiff::

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
::sniffs the polluted air:: ALL: Home sweet home.

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
::materializes and takes a deep breath before looking around::

CMO_Ens_Strafer says:
::materializes on Terras, blinks, and looks around:: All: Where do you think the closest hub of gossip can be found?

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::mutters to himself and Holly:: CEO: Just this is an entire city.

CIV_Tyler says:
::materializes, looking around for possible hostiles::

Host CO_Woo says:
<OPS_Zheng> COM: Orthos: Ah, I'm afraid not, I believe they have just beamed down planet-side.

MO_Chen says:
% COMM: Huron:  Darn... I need you to get a message to him.  It is important.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CMO: Same place they always are, bars and taverns.  It's a universal constant similar to the laws of gravity I believe.

Host SM_Jim says:
ACTION:  A stale stench fills the air in the city.....a city where even looking at the wrong person the wrong way could get one killed.

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
::Looks at a bum and sticks his tongue out::

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
::grins at Roz:: FCO: I could be very happy back on the ship about now. It stinks down here.

Host CO_Woo says:
<OPS_Zheng> COM: Orthos: I will relay the message for you if you like, doctor. ::sighs, as he cracks his knuckles::

CMO_Ens_Strafer says:
TO: ::hopefully:: See any pleasant marketplaces around where we can talk to pleasant people and get information?

MO_Chen says:
% COMM: Huron: Orthos:  Tell him I think I found out what the smugglers were after. I found a sample of Diamtome crystals and a body showing its use.

Host CO_Woo says:
All: Okay. Let's disperse now. ::looks to the CTO and CIV:: CTO/CIV: Let's go.

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
::nods:: CEO: Amen, sister! ::puts on an unfriendly look:: Avoid eye contact if you can.

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
CMO: You are kidding right?

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CIV: If you'd like to take the lead, I'll take the drag.  If someone sneaks up behind us, I'd rather they find me first.

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
FCO: That goes for you too. No ogling the inhabitants.

CIV_Tyler says:
CTO: Fine. ::heads off with the CO and CTO::

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Follows close behind the CO, antenna swaying from one side of the street to the other, listening closely.::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
#::grunts very un-Roz-like:: CEO: Not a chance, not in a place like this. Reminds me too much of my childhood. ::starts walking:: Now, how are we going to take this. Business partners, or more friendly-like?

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
&CMO: How about you take the lead and syringe anyone coming at you. I'll take the back.

Host CO_Woo says:
@::looks around, feeling mighty uncomfortable in his denim jacket:: CTO/CIV: Not a place I want to retire to. ::looks around:: We need to find out where we can speak to an administrator.

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
#FCO: You're the senior officer, so you decide.

CMO_Ens_Strafer says:
&TO: ::indicates the least shabby tavern in the area:: That one doesn't look too terrifying.  Let's go there and try to pick up some gossip about ship arrivals.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
@CO: No Si, uh, Mister Woo.  But places like this have their use.

Host CO_Woo says:
<OPS_Zheng> COM: Orthos: Acknowledged, doctor. I will let the captain know. Was there anything else?

MO_Chen says:
% COMM:  Huron: Orthos:  Diamtome crystals are a rare crystal that refracts light, not unlike a diamond.  This reflecting builds up until it is finally released into concentrated forms.  This energy then causes the molecular structure of the target to come apart.

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
#CEO: Business partners with friendly on the side? ::looks for somewhere they could find likely information::

Host SM_Jim says:
ACTION:  The CIV/CTO/CO walk down the street, passing by people standing in doorways, watching them pass by.

MO_Chen says:
% COMM:  Huron: Orthos:  The crystal was used in a 29th century weapon. The CTO should know much more about it.  The weapon became outlawed.  Not to mention the crystals were almost impossible to find.  And yes... please at least sound worried.

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
&CMO: What is with the peaceful theme...Lets go to that one. ::Points at one that has skulls on the roof::

CIV_Tyler says:
@::looks around at people, fingering the type 1 in his pocket::

Host CO_Woo says:
<OPS_Zheng> ::rolls his eyes:: COM: Orthos: Okay, okay, I understand, I'll sound worried.

CMO_Ens_Strafer says:
& ::heads over to the relatively peaceful "The Wallowing Pig", pretending not to hear the TO and hoping he'll just follow::

MO_Chen says:
% ::Rolls her eyes and thinks if the man ever finds herself in her hands, she would teach him worry.::  COMM: Huron:  You make me feel so much better.  ::Voice drips with sarcasm.::

Host SM_Jim says:
ACTION:  As the CEO/FCO walk by a storefront, a being comes crashing through the window...the cause of a phaser fire.

Host CO_Woo says:
@CTO/CIV: People are staring at us. It disturbs me that we may have to speak to them in order to find an administrator to speak to.

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
#FCO: Works for me partner. ::smiles:: Ok so now to spot a good place to collect information.

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
&Self: That man is going to get himself killed...CMO: Hold up! ::runs after him::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
#::grabs Holly and pulls her out of the way::

CIV_Tyler says:
@CO: Well, we're going to have to speak to someone.

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
#::ducks behind Roz:: FCO: What the.....?

Host CO_Woo says:
<OPS_Zheng> COM: Orthos: A pleasure. Huron out. ::stands, and walks back to his console:: *CO*: Captain, I have a message from the MO... something about having identified diamtome crystals or something like that being used on the planet... energy... refracted light... 29th century...

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
#CEO: Lets not stay and find out.

MO_Chen says:
% ::Sighs, slumping into her chair.  There was little more she could do.::

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
#FCO: Did you hear that familiar sound of a phaser just then?

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
@CO: Yeah, someone's gotta know where we can find a berth around here.  What the?  Shut him up!

Host SM_Jim says:
<Store Owner> ::walks out of the store to where the dead body is::  I'll teach you to try to sell me damaged goods!

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
@::Looks around, hoping no one heard that message.::

Host CO_Woo says:
@CTO: No, wait... *OPS*: Thank you, ensign. ::looks back:: CIV/CTO: Diamtome crystals?

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
#::nods reluctantly:: CEO: Maybe we should find out... without being shot in the process. ::frowns as the owner walks out::

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
#::smiles at the store owner:: FCO: He might be a good one to talk to?

CIV_Tyler says:
@::shrugs:: CO/CTO: Never heard of them. And that's a first for me.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
@::Softly.::  CO: What is wrong with him?  That report could get us killed!

Host SM_Jim says:
<Store Owner>  FCO:  You got a problem here?

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
&::Walks into the tavern and heads for the bar::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
#Store Owner: Me? No I have no problem at all... just interested in that fine weapon of yours. Know where I can score one like that?

MO_Chen says:
% ::Bangs her head down on the console, realizing that the CTO might not know about the weapon.  It had been classified information. For that matter, all the weapons had been destroyed.::

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
#::notes the phaser in the store owner's hand and nudges Roz::

Host CO_Woo says:
@::frowns:: CTO: Hold it. Slow down. ::looks around, and walks closer towards the buildings, walking down the sidewalk leisurely:: CTO/CIV: Let's hear it.

Host SM_Jim says:
<Store Owner> ::points the phaser at the FCO::  FCO:  How'd you like to see how it works first hand?

CIV_Tyler says:
@::shrugs and looks over to the CTO to see what he'll say::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
#::puts up his hands:: Store Owner: Me? No, sir! I like my hide intact... besides, if I get me shot, she'll resurrect me and then kill me again for getting killed in the first place.

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
&Self: Now what was the name of my dad's old contact...Oh yeah.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
@CO: As for the crystals, can't say that I know about them.  What I have a problem with is the report, we're supposed to be not Starfleet, that report was too...official for this place.

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
#::smiles winningly at Holly and the store owner both::

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
&Bartender: Hello, do you know where I can find a man named "One-eyed Bob"?

Host SM_Jim says:
ACTION:  Phaser fire comes out of one of the shops and is directed at the CO/CTO/CIV.

CMO_Ens_Strafer says:
&::enters tavern, sits three seats to the right of the TO::

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
@CO/CIV: Now, to find the administrator, there has to be someone around her to rent docking berth...Duck!  ::Dives, pushing the others over.::

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
#::steps around Roz:: Store Owner: He's always getting himself into trouble. He needs me to bail him out all the time. ::continues to smile::

MO_Chen says:
% COMM: Huron: OPS: This is important.  If I can't speak to the captain, I  need to speak with the CTO please.  This is rather important.

Host CO_Woo says:
@::looks around:: CTO: Don't worry about it. But at least we've identified a possible reason for what.... Find cover! ::drops to the ground and goes behind a storage container, as he looks around, trying to identify who is firing at them::

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
&<Bartenders>TO: What do you want with One-eyed Bob?

Host SM_Jim says:
<Store Owner>  FCO/CEO:  Just get away from this shop.

Host CO_Woo says:
<OPS_Zheng> ::sighs:: COM: Orthos: Okay. I tell you what I'll do. I'll try and see if I can bounce your signal and redirect it to the planet. Alright? But I don't think they'll appreciate that kind of contact while they're down there.

CIV_Tyler says:
@::dives, trying to get between the phaser fire and the CO while protecting them::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
#Store Owner: Yeah... Uhm, OK. Come Honey, best we be gone like he said.

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
&Bartender: I want to see him, duh!

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
@CO: Keep your head down, if we can't isolate the attack we need to call for a beam out, but until then stay down!  ::Looks back towards the source of the fire, Phaser drawn and pointed.::  CIV: Can you see anything?

Host SM_Jim says:
<Store Owner>  ::keeps his eyes on the FCO/CEO and glares as they walk off::

MO_Chen says:
% ::Having no idea what was going on, she thanks the man.::

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
#::shrugs and gives the store owner her version of puppy dog eyes as she walks away::

CIV_Tyler says:
@::tries peeking out to see where the fire is from, and if they're still shooting at us::

Host SM_Jim says:
ACTION:  The phaser fire stops.

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
#::keeps walking, feeling the store owner's eyes on them:: CEO: That was a pretty standard phaser... nothing to give a clue to where it came from.

CIV_Tyler says:
@CO/CTO: Hmm, looks like all clear. They're not shooting anymore, but that doesn't mean anything.

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
&<Bartender>: TO: You better watch the mouth of yours, otherwise you'll be in the dumpster out back.

Host CO_Woo says:
@CIV/CTO: Somehow, I get the feeling administration will not be able to help us.

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
#::whispers to Roz as they walk:: FCO: I noticed, but we should have stayed around and asked him some questions shouldn't we?

CIV_Tyler says:
@CO/CTO: I have the same feeling as well.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
@CO: That's what happens when ill timed radio chatter occurs.  Remind me to have a chat with Zheng when we get back aboard about acceptable risk.

CMO_Ens_Strafer says:
& ::turns to the person sitting to the left:: drunk: Did you hear about that ship... <drunk> ::burps loudly and turns away::

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
@CO: Question is, how much administration even is there about here?

Host CO_Woo says:
<OPS_Zheng> ::adjusts the subspace commsystem, and reactivates:: *CO*: Sir, the doctor needs to speak with you immediately. One moment, while I patch her through.

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
&Bartender: I'm so scared ::Acts like he is shivering::

MO_Chen says:
% :: Tries to patiently wait, chewing on her nails which are getting shorter and shorter.  She had the sudden irrational picture of Roz lecturing her on that.  A smile touched her briefly.::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
#CEO: While you weep over my corpse? He was ready to shoot, Holly. That I can tell you for sure.

Host CO_Woo says:
@CTO/CIV: Exactly. It does not seem that there is much structure to this society here... no law enforcement... finding help may be more difficult than I imagined.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
@CO: Under the circumstances, a beam out may be in order.  Especially if a report is incoming.

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
&::Bartender reaches over and picks the TO by the throat::

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
#FCO: So much for my brave partner. ::giggles:: Now where to big guy?

Host SM_Jim says:
ACTION:  The CO/CTO/CIV hear a whisper from someone in the dark telling them to come closer.

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
#CEO: Beats me. Pick a place, they are all cesspools of society.

Host CO_Woo says:
@::hears the message from OPS, then he looks around, and readjusts the volume on his communicator:: CTO/CIV: Agreed. *OPS*: Stand by, we'll be coming... ::jerks his head slightly to the side, as he hears a voice; he turns to look at the CTO and CIV::

CMO_Ens_Strafer says:
& bartender: ::a little too loudly:: Can I have some service here?

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
&::In a squeaky voice:: Bartender: Impressive...

CIV_Tyler says:
@::points his phaser at the voice while keeping it close to his side::

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
@CO: I'll handle this, beam back to the ship, when we've spoken, Ensign Tyler and I will join you.

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
#FCO: Well, is there a market or somewhere where traders meet? ::looks around::

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
&::Drops the TO on the table top and moves over to the CMO::

MO_Chen says:
% ::Ignores the sounds of people coming and going as she stares at the blasted comm unit, wondering what was going on at the other end.::

Host SM_Jim says:
<Whisperer> CIV:  If you want any information, you won't think of using that on me.

CMO_Ens_Strafer says:
& bartender: ::uncertainly indicates the less-drunk person sitting to the right:: I'll have what he's having.

CIV_Tyler says:
@CO: I agree with Lt. Ec'The'Ion's assessment. Go ahead and beam up.

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
#CEO: We can find one I'm sure. ::looks down a side street::

Host CO_Woo says:
@CIV/CTO: Very well. I will return shortly. *OPS*: Beam me back.

Host SM_Jim says:
ACTION:  The CO is beamed back to the Huron.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
@Voice: What kind of information might you have, and who you are.  ::Breathes a sigh of relief as the Captain beams back.::

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
&::Pours the CMO, a thick, greyish drink::

CIV_Tyler says:
@Whisperer: What kind of information?

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
#FCO: Maybe if we asked someone for directions? ::knowing full well that men don't ask::

MO_Chen says:
% ::After a moment she stands, forcing herself to continue with the work here.  There was obviously something more going on.  There still was the question of why some of the newer miners were taken.::

Host CO_Woo says:
::rematerializes on the Huron:: *OPS*: Patch me through.

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
#CEO: Play the transient angle? Ok.

MO_Chen says:
% ::Begins to place the samples onto slides to run through the DNA scanner.::

Host SM_Jim says:
<Whisperer> CIV:  You are foolish to let such communication be heard.  That is a good way to get yourselves killed.

CIV_Tyler says:
@::keeps the phaser pointed at the voice::

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
&::Meanwhile, the bouncers of the tavern throw the TO out::

CMO_Ens_Strafer says:
& <less-drunk> CMO: You're new around here. ::grunts::

CIV_Tyler says:
@Whisperer: What information?

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
#FCO: I'll follow your lead on this one Roz.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
@Whisperer: Thanks for the update, but again, who might you be?

Host CO_Woo says:
<OPS_Zheng> *CO*/COM: Orthos: Go ahead.

CMO_Ens_Strafer says:
&Less-Drunk: one moment.  ::stands, follows TO out:: TO: How'd you manage that?

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
&::Goes flying through the air:: Self: Son of a Deadman!

Host SM_Jim says:
<Whisperer> CIV:  Unless you yourself want to be killed right here and now, I'd point that phaser in a different direction if I were you.

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
&Self: That's going to leave a mark...

Host CO_Woo says:
COM: Orthos: Doctor, I'm here. What's going on?

MO_Chen says:
% ::Hearing the captains voice come through, she drops what she is doing and dashes back to the comm unit.::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
#::nods:: CEO: Alright then. ::looks around for a likely person to help::

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
&::glares:: CMO: I don't know....but it was worth a shot..

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
@CIV: Do it, let's hear him out.

MO_Chen says:
% COMM: CO: Sir, listen... ::Explains again what she told OPS.::  The weapon, when functioning properly, can kill at great distances and instantly, leaving no trace of the body.  It has been theorized... that if there were enough crystals, they could build a super weapon.

CIV_Tyler says:
@Whisperer: And how do I know that you don't have one pointed right back at me? ::slowly lowers his phaser while keeping his finger on the trigger::

Host SM_Jim says:
<Whisperer> CTO:  Who I am is irrelevant.  But who you are looking for is.

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
&CMO: Unfortunately for him, I stole his wallet..heheheh...

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
#::nudges him:: FCO: Find a female and work your charm on her.

Host CO_Woo says:
COM: Orthos: MO: And you've found these... Diamtome crystals on the planet? How much is present?

CMO_Ens_Strafer says:
& TO: Who's that One-Eyed Bob you mentioned?

Host SM_Jim says:
<Whisperer>  CIV:  Look, I could have killed the three of you instantly after I heard that communication.  But I thought I'd help you out.

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
&CMO: Lets see who he has as contacts...Oh him...someone I made up...who just happened to be real.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
@Whisperer: Irrelevant?  Perhaps, but I guess we don't have much choice in the matter.  What do you know, and what do you want in return?

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
#CEO: She'll probably gut me, but its worth a try. ::winks at her and approaches a woman obviously working a corner:: Woman: Could you help me please?

MO_Chen says:
% COMM: CO:  I only have one.  One that was clutched in a dead mans hand.  The crystals are very rare.  I don't know if there are any more around here or even on the planet.  I found the geode chamber which these were taken from.  Sir... it was huge.  The size of a small 12m x 12m room.

CIV_Tyler says:
@::still skeptical, but lets the CTO deal with it::

CMO_Ens_Strafer says:
& TO: Let's get away from here.  He'll notice his missing wallet soon.

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
#::tugs a little on her jacket and looks around as Roz chats up the woman::

Host SM_Jim says:
<Whisperer>  CTO:  Me?  All I want is revenge.  Revenge on the person I can tell you has information you might need.

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
&CMO: Right...::Looks through wallet while walking away::...he sure is rich for a filthy bartender.

Host CO_Woo says:
COM: Orthos: MO: Good heavens... then this makes our task all the more critical. Thank you, doctor. How is your team holding up?

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
@Whisperer: Understood, and fair enough.  Who is this person, and what does he know?

MO_Chen says:
% :Sighs in relief, finally glad that her worry was understood.::  COMM: CO:  Other then perhaps needing a few hours with the counselors, we are doing fine.  We should have that list of missing miners to you in a couple of hours.  I don't see the connection between them and the crystals.

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
&::Hears the noise of an angry bartender:: CMO: Oh crap, we better run!

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
#<Woman> FCO: Hey hotstuff... I'm sure I can help you in many ways... all of them costly to you.

Host CO_Woo says:
COM: Orthos: MO: Continue your exploration... keep us updated. But thank you for this information. Woo out. ::looks to the transporter chief:: *CIV*: Clear?

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
#::giggles at the woman's comment and winks at Roz::

Host SM_Jim says:
<Whisperer> CTO:  I'm not sure how much he knows, but he had contact with some rebel Romulans a bit earlier.  That is how I know about these diamtome crystals that you heard about.

CMO_Ens_Strafer says:
& ::runs with TO:: TO: Where to now?  Let's not go to another tavern this time.  ::hopefully:: Those stores look nice.

CIV_Tyler says:
@*CIV*: Not really Sir. The CTO is engaged in discussion with one of the.. locals.

MO_Chen says:
% ::Nodding, stands up and returns to her work, bending down to pick up the now broken slide.::

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
#::smiles:: Woman: I'm sure it will be. But all I need is directions for now. You see, I have some merchandise I need to unload and then I'll have more money than sense.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
@::Nods.:: Whisperer: does he have a name?  Where might we find him?

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
&::Stops right there:: CMO: Whoa...stop with the nice thing...I'm going down this alley. ::Points down a narrow street that is blocked by a man whispering to someone else::

Host CO_Woo says:
*CIV*: Then I will have to be... strategic about my beaming down. Stand by. ::looks to the transporter chief:: Transporter Chief: Beam me into an alcove or something, no more than five to ten metres away from Team 1.

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
#<Woman> :;sidles up to Roz and starts to caress his arm:: FCO: You're a cute one. I may be able to help you out, but it's gonna cost you. ::holds out her hand::

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
&::Starts running down the alley, hoping the good doctor is behind him::

CIV_Tyler says:
@::sighs, leans over to the CTO, and whispers:: CTO: The CO is on his way back.

CMO_Ens_Strafer says:
&::panicking:: TO: Do you want to get us killed?  Look, that woman selling vegetables looks nice enough.  Maybe she has some gossip.  ::trails reluctantly behind TO and tugs on his shirt::

Host SM_Jim says:
<Whisperer> CTO:  His name is Mastel.  He is located just up the street at the end.  It's a local bar.

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
#:;raises an eyebrow at the woman's aggressiveness::

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
@CIV: Great, thought that was too easy.

Host CO_Woo says:
Transporter chief: Well, go ahead, energize.

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
#Woman: Well, your information had better be worth it, or I'll get my friend over there to work you over... she hates being cheated.

CTO_Lt_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
@Whisperer: Mastel in a bar.  Sounds easy enough.  I'll see what we can do about your "price."

Host CO_Woo says:
@::rematerializes on the planet, and takes a look around, identifying the CIV and CTO's location before moving out of his nook; he sees them, and walks over to the CIV:: CIV: Alex.

TO_LtJg_Dem says:
&::Yells Loudly:: <Whisperer>: Get out of the way, crazy people coming through!

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
#<Woman>::looks at Holly and laughs:: FCO: That pip squeak?

Host SM_Jim says:
ACTION:  The CO is transported back down to the planet.

CIV_Tyler says:
@::nods to the CO::

CEO_Lt_Sparks says:
#::puts her hands on her hips:: All: Well!!!!

FCO_LtCmdr_Roznine says:
#Woman: Looks can be deceiving dearie... I've seen her take apart a Nausicaan. Now, give me directions to the traders' market, and I'll give you nice and shiny latinum.

CIV_Tyler says:
@Whisperer: Thanks for your help. ::turns to the group:: CO/CTO: I guess we should be going...

Host CO_Woo says:
@CTO: Report. You go first. I have some.. interesting news.

Host SM_Jim says:
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Star Trek: A Call To Duty - USS Huron
Season Five, Episode Forty-One (Mission #212)
"Mining Camp, Part 5"
Original Air Date: 10409.25
Executive Producer: Jim Koeller