Star Trek: A Call To Duty – USS Huron
Season Seven, Episode Two (Mission #268)
“When You Wish Upon A Star Part 17”
Stardate 10601.21

Starring: 
Topper Loghry as Commanding Officer Commander Q’tor, Helmsman
Chris Esterhuyse as Flight Control Officer Commander Dylan Roznine
Karriaunna Scotti as Chief Science Officer Lieutenant Commander Knight-Sky, Acting SM
Pam Bruyere as Chief Engineering Officer Lieutenant Commander Holly Sparks 
Steve Weller as Chief Tactical Officer Lieutenant Commander Ec'Thel'Ion
Trish Yarborough as Ship’s Counselor Commander Randi McIntyre

Absent:

Jim Koeller
Chris Esterhuyse

Summary:  While trying to enjoy shoreleave on a seemingly uninhabited planet, the crew of the Huron discover a structure.  They try to investigate but are soon warned that there are Kazon ships on an intercept course.
 
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Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
*Q'tor*"  This is Randi.  I have done all I can do for the Captain.  I have him in stasis until I can find a cure.
CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
:: at her station on the bridge going over the procedures for implementing the metaphasic shielding ::
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
*CNS*: Very well.  Prep sickbay for more possible casualties.
CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Running through a few tactics, Sir, and I think I have an idea that may help us, both long and short term.
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
*Q'tor*:  Aye Captain, would you mind telling me what is going on?  No one has bothered to let me know.
CSO_NightWind says:
:: On the brige, scanning behind them with a close eye.::
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
CTO: I'm open to suggestions
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
*CNS*: We have two Kazon warships on an intercept course Commander
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
Helm: Take us to the sun
CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Well, it all depends on who built that building with it's signal beacon, but what if we solve the Kazon's underlying problem?  Help them to find a new home on the world below us.
CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
:; looks over at Sierra :: CSO: Do you have the calculations for the shielding parameters?
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
*XO*:  Aye Q'tor.  ::raises her voice so all in sickbay can hear her::  ALL:  Prepare for possible casualties per the XO's orders.
CSO_NightWind says:
:: Turns at the CEO's question.::  CEO:  Would not the CTO have those?
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
ALL: With the Captain incapacitated and in stasis for who knows how long, I am hereby assuming command.
CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CSO: I was told to work with you Commander.
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
::gathers the staff::  ALL:  Send medical teams to all decks.  Get triage ready in both cargo bays and the flight deck.  Everyone armed themselves.  Check back with me when you are finished.
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
::hears the COM, and begins to smile, wondering how long it would take for her friend to take command::
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
CTO: CTO: As for finding the Kazon a home Commander, that would depend entirely on whether they are willing to talk.
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
CTO: Can we hail them?
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
::watches as the staff begin to take supplies to their assigned stations::
CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Well we have a home for them, if they are willing as you say.  I'm just thinking that running will get old and unproductive fast.  I'll try to hail them now and see if they are in range yet.
CSO_NightWind says:
:: Lifts a brow and turns toward her station.::  CEO:  Let me see what I can pull up.
CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
:: begins to work her fingers over the controls :: CSO: I'm going to modulate the frequencies according to the star spectrum of emissions. I just need the field density numbers.
CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
COM: Kazon Vessel: This is the USS Huron calling the Kazon vessels that are approaching us.  Do you copy our transmission?
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
*CO*:  Sir, the medical staff is dispersing now to their assigned medical stations on the ship.  Any other orders?
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
CTO: That's why we're heading for the sun.  We can't defeat them in a head to head battle, but that doesn't necessarily mean we have to run either.
CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Finding the information needed, she forwards it toward the CEO's console.::
CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Well, it would be a tough fight, working on options B and C if it does come to that.
CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
CO:  Captain, I am still not finding any trace of something following us.
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
*CNS*: Prepare for possible radiation type injuries.  We're going to try to hide in the corona of this system's sun.
CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
:: smiles as she sees the numbers on her screen ::
CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CO: Sir, we should have the metaphasic shielding online when you are ready for them sir.
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
*CO*:  Yes Sir, I will add the radiation injection to the stores and have my medical people begin injections now as a preventitive measure.  I will come to the bridge and inject the senior staff.
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
::walks to a cabinet and begins putting vials into her medical kit::
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
CSO: I doubt they just gave up the chase Commander.
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
::as she walks to the sickbay doors, she lets the charge nurse know where she is going::
CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
CO:  The question still remains.  Were they the ones the beacon was meant for, or was it just coincident.
CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
COM: Kazon Vessel: This is the USS Huron calling the Kazon vessels that are approaching us.  Again, do you copy our transmission?
CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CO: Of course not sir. I will continue to modulate the subspace field frequency.
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
::reaching the TL she enters and asks for the bridge, watching the doors close behind her::
CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO/ CSO: I may not be an expert on the region, but I'd guess that if they had a planet, with their limited resources, why would they simply create a beacon instead of building a settlement?  No answer to hails as of yet, however.
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
CSO: Given the apparent age of the structure I don't think the beacon was meant for them originally, but that doesn't mean they don't use it.
CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
CO:  True... I am still very curious to the whole situation and set up.
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
::the TL doors open onto the bridge::  CO:  Captain, I need to inject everyone.  With your permission?  ::smiling at him::
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
CSO: that makes two of us.
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
CNS: ::heavy sigh:: very well
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
::put a vial onto the hypospray::
CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CO: Agreed sir. They may have found it and decided to use it as a signal that others are in the sector.
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
CTO: If they aren't answering that means they are either unable or unwilling
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
::nods and walks over to him::   CO:  It will work faster if I inject this into your neck... ::grins while she waits for him to turn his head sideways::
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
::  looks at the CNS::  CNS:  Fine!  ::Leans down to where she can reach his neck without standing on her tippy toes::
CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
:: looks at Icky and smiles :: CTO: Commander, could this be part of the Kazon's regular patrol area?
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
Helm:  ETA to the Corona?
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
::reaching up to his neck, she injects him::  CO:  Thank you Sir... ::looking at the rest of the bridge crew::  Who's next?
CSO_NightWind says:
:: Wrinkles her nose.::
CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CEO: Can't say for sure, from the reports we have, as limited as they are, the Kazon had a wide dispersion, and tended to change their territory as often as strength and resources change.
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CSO:  You are next Sierra... ::walking over to her::
CSO_NightWind says:
CNS:  Why did I think that was coming.
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
::shrugs her shoulders::  CSO:  I can't imagine ::reaching over and injecting her::
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
CTO:  It could also be that the Kazon are aware of the planet, but no one sect has enough strength to claim it.
CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CEO: To be honest, we don't know enough about these Kazon..
CSO_NightWind says:
:: Sighs.::
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CEO:  Holly, you ready?  ::walking to her station::
Helmsman says:
CO: 10 minutes sir.
CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
:: pulls her collar down a bit :: CNS: I don't think it's necessary, but go ahead.
CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: That's possible, although I hope they'd learn to overcome the struggle when they have such an opportunity before them.
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CEO:  You know what Holly?  ::injecting her::  If you didn't argue you wouldn’t be you.
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
Helm:  Very well, keep us on the outer edge of the corona until the Kazon vessels arrive.  If they comes towards us, go in.
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CTO:  Icky, I made this one specially for you!  ::waiting for him to bare his neck::
Helmsman says:
CO: Aye sir.
CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Other question is, if these guys have stolen technology, how well do they know it?  ::Pulls collar asside a bit.::
 
ACTION:  A flush of warmth goes through the CSO making her slightly dizzy.

Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
::reaches up and injects him::
CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
:: rubs her neck a little as her collar is put back in place ::
CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Sits down suddenly and shakes her head.::
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
::she proceeds along the back of the bridge, injecting the senior staff::
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
::walking down to the front, she injects the FCO and OPS::
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
CTO: Exactly Commander!  From the reports that I have read they don't understand their technology very well at all.  It's a wonder they can keep their ships going.  They're like vicious Pak'leds.
CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
:: glances at Q`tor and muses over his remark ::
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CSO:  Sierra, would mind injecting me please?  I left sickbay before anyone could get to me?
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
CEO:  Is the metaphasic shielding ready?
CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Hearing a voice that is rather fuzzy, she looks up and around at Randi::  CNS:  What?
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CO:  A suggestion Sir?  Perhaps a few security men on the bridge might be advantageous?
CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Should make staying out of sight, or throwing a few red herrings, at them easier?
CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CO: Aye sir, just give the word.
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
::walking over to Sierra, she hands her the hypo-spray::  CSO:  Inject me please.
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
CNS:  They have no transporter technology so they can't beam onto the bridge.  They would have to physically dock with us in order to board us.
CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Taking the hypo she stands only to suddenly sit down quickly.::  CNS:  I am not feeling very well suddenly.
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CO:  I didn't know that Sir, thanks for telling me.
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CSO:   What is wrong Sierra?  ::taking out her tricorder and begins to run it over her::
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
CSO: Commander?  Are you able to perform your duties?
CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CTO: Commander, you might want to target their weapons just in case. No use giving them the advantage. :: grins ::
CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
CO: I think it would be best if I take a few moments.
CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CEO: Trust me, weapons first it is.  Just setting up the backup plan redundancies.
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
CNS:  Take her to sickbay Counselor.  We need her at 100%
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
::reading the tricorder, she sees that Sierra is having an allergic reaction and inserts another vial into the hypospray::  CSO:  You are having a slight allergic reaction... this should make you feel better::  injects her::
CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Nods::
CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
:: mouths to Icky :: CTO: You're so clever.
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CO:  There is no need, she will feel better shortly Sir.
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
CTO:  Do we have anything on board that could serve as mines?
CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CEO: Question is, can we rig up a way to make them see stuff that ain't there?  Knock their targeting off a bit.
CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Her breathing eases and she nods toward Randi.::
CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Torpedoes can be easily converted to mines.  Perhaps we could rig up some Deuterium fusion mines, but those wouldn't be very effective.
CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CTO: Like a little holographic projection? :: winks ::
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
CTO/CEO:  What about a way to blind their sensors?
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CSO:  You are still pallid, let's go down to sickbay just to be sure.
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CO:  Sir, with your permission, I am taking the CSO down to sickbay.
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
::Nods to the CNS::
CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO/ CEO: I'm not thinking that complicated.  Perhaps just enough to throw them off, throw some snow in their eyes so they can't see straight for a second.
CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CO: Sir, I don't have enough information on their sensors in the computer.
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CSO:  Come on Sierra... no back talk, get up and let's go.
CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Nods and stands up feeling a bit week.::  CNS:  If I agree with you in this, will you promise not to faint?
CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Should I prepare a few torpedoes to act as mines, or is it better to save the Anti Matter?
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CSO:  Here is my arm... I think I am strong enough to help you, unless you want a quick trip with the transporter.  ::knowing that would mover her::
CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CO: I can set up a holographic projection to fool them temporarily, but if they check their sensors closely they will see that it's not registering as real.
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
::and people say Vulcans have no sense of humor::
CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Moves with Randi toward the turbolift.::
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
CTO: Prepare them but standby on deploying them.  We may not have to actually use them.
CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CTO: Would that give you enough time to set your mines?
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
::the doors open and Sierra and Randi step in::
CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
CNS: I would suggest you call up Jewel, but she is with Braeden.
CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CEO: That's if they really know how to use the sensors right.  Think about it, they took their technology from others.  Isn't part of the reason the Prime Directive won't let us trade our Technology is that to use it right, you have to know how it was created so to speak?
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CSO:  I think the SO on the bridge can handle this for you...
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
CTO: Do we know if they are within hailing distance yet?
CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CTO: Well let's hope that the Kazon haven't gotten any smarter over the years.
CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Nods as the lift takes them down to the sickbay.::
CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Checking now.  ::Checks the sensors to determine range of ships.::
CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
:: realigns the metaphasic shielding frequencies again ::
CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: As they enter sickbay, she heads for the nearest chair and sits down with a sigh, leaning back and closing her eyes.::
CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
:: alerts engineering to prepare to divert power to the shields if need be ::
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
::Suddenly has an idea::
CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CO: Sir, I suggest that operations shut down all unnecessary power on the ship. We may need the extra boost in a fight.
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
CEO: Agreed
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
CTO:  Commander, prepare a communications probe.  Set it to transmit on all known frequencies and languages, etc.
CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
:: instructs engineering to cooperate with OPS on the power shutdowns ::
CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Aye sir.  At the moment, they appear to be out of range, but what message should I set it for?

ACTION:  Throughout the ship, unnecessary items are shut down.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
:: looks at Q`tor and wonders what he's up to ::
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
CTO: When it's ready to launch, I want it to travel close enough to the Kazon vessels where they are guaranteed to pick up the transmission, but not directly at them.
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CSO:  Why don't you hop up on the biobed so I can see your vitals?
CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CO: Sir, if the Kazon know we are Federation that might invite them to try and steal our technology.
CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Aye sir, but what should we transmit?
CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: With a sigh, nods and pops on the bed.::  CNS:  I think your antidote is working.  Just give me a few minutes to gather myself and I should be fine.
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
CTO:  I want it to explain to Starfleet that we are being pursued by hostile enemy vessels, and as we are unable to escape them, and they will not answer hails, we have no choice but to detonate a trilithium torpedo in this systems sun.
CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: We have no choice but to...I hope this is a bluff, but I'll set it up and have it ready.
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
::watches as she gets up on the biobed and watches the monitor::  CSO:  I think you are right... you are getting back to normal.  Why don't you take about 30 then you can head back to the bridge if it continues to look good?
 
ACTION: LRS pick up the two Kazon vessels.

CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
CTO:  The resulting explosion will completley destroy this system, and that all future Starfleet missions to this area should be cancelled until the resulting deadly stellar radiation, or something scientific and menacing sounding, has dissipated.
CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: We'll keep it simple, until the supernova cools to the point that it won't melt the hulls.
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
CTO:  ::grins:: Commander if you believe that Klingons never bluff then you are a fool.  Besides, we don't have any trilithium, but the Kazon don't know that.
CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: I never said Klingon's don't bluff, just that I was hoping that you were.  The ships are entering sensor range, but it's at the edge of range.  Still unable to get a good analysis of the ships at this time.
CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
:: Nods::  CNS:  Thanks Randi...
CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
:: hopes that Q`tor knows what he's doing ::
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
CEO:  Can you rig a torpedo casing to appear on sensors as if it has a trilithium warhead?
Cns-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
*CO*:  Sir, the CSO is doing better and I will return her to duty in about 20 minutes.  I want to watch her vitals for just a while longer.
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
*CNS* Understood.
CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CO: Piece of cake sir. I'll head down to engineering and get right on it.
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
CEO:  majqa!
CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CEO: I'll catch you later, after our dance party with the Kazon is over.
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
CTO:  Commander, if this works we'll have them running like qwaHom and never have to fire a shot.
CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
:: heads for the turbolift and orders the lift to engineering :: CTO: It's a date Commander. :: smiles as the doors close ::
CTO_LtCmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Then let's hope it works.  Make keeping the ship from exploding a lot easier if it does.
CO_CDR_Q`tor says:
CTO:  At the very least maybe they'll agree to talk with us.
CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
:: arrives in engineering and barks to her staff :: All: People, we have a job for the Captain. Let's get on it, now!
Helmsman says:
CO: Sir, we've arrived at the outter edge of the suns corona.
 
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