Star Trek: A Call To Duty – USS Huron
Season Eight, Episode Ten (Mission #319)
“Dancing with the Devil – Part One”
Stardate 10703.17

Starring: 
Linda Baus as SM
Topper Loghry as Commanding Officer Captain Q’tor
Jon Benson as NPC Executive Officer Commander Tibbs
Steve Weller as Chief Tactical Officer Lieutenant Commander Ec'Thel’Ion
Pam Bruyere as Chief Engineering Officer Lieutenant Commander Holly Sparks
Isabelle Carreau as Chief Science Officer Lieutenant Neve Olympia Hayes
Lynda Anderson as Flight Control Officer Ensign T’Lar Bishara 
Gilles Leger as Operations Officer Lieutenant Jara Esso

NPC’s:
Gilles Leger as OPS Lecson
Steve Weller as Angeltra

Mission Prologue:  

Last week on the USS Huron …

The crew left Starbase 129 and headed toward Kazar for their next mission assignment.  It seemed just as they had gotten underway, the bridge was comm'd and advised that four Algolian Leppy Lizards had escaped, 3 of which were pregnant.

The lizards have all been found and were safely returned to sickbay.  Aside from a disgruntled smelly OPS officer who happened to be standing in the wrong place at the wrong time, no one was hurt.

The Huron is now passing through a star system filled with high amounts of radiation.  They are met with a dark eerie starless space and an energy ribbon that appears to be headed in their direction.

They can't outrun it.  They can't go around it.  Looks like they'll have to go through it.

The time for impact is 8 minutes, and the crew can only hope that the energy ribbon does not cause the shields to go down while they're in this radiation cloud.  Because if that happens the crew will be glowing in the dark for a few years, and smelling like a leppy will be the least of their concerns.

Star Trek, A Call To Duty, is proud to present the USS Huron in … “Dancing with the Devil”, Chapter Two, “ICU,” Stardate 10703.17

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CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::At the engineering console on the bridge looking at the configurations for shield grid hoping the power will be enough.::

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::On Bridge, taking active sensor readings on whatever that anomaly dead ahead is.::

ACTION:  Streaks of electrical lightning are now illuminating the sky around the Huron.  They are zapping at the Huron and shaking the ship.  The shields are holding at 90%.  Alarms go off on the engineering console.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Exits turbolift and heads to OPS, stops and looks at the viewscreen.:: Out Loud: Maybe this was a bad time to come back to duty.

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
::Steps off TL and onto the bridge. Looks around to see if the Captain is there so she can properly introduce herself.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
CTO:  Shields to full.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Enters the bridge wearing his Klingon command cloak.::  XO:  Status!

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
FCO:  Helm, turn us toward the ribbon and steady us.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
XO:  Aye, shields brought to full, reading intermittent operation of the Tactical sensors.

ACTION:  The lightning strikes are causing problems with the power on Huron.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Takes over Operations quickly.::

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
::Sees an imposing Klingon enter the bridge and ask for a status report and then notices the pips.  Heads towards him.::

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Sees the lightning strikes and notes the damage they are causing.::

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
::Turns the Huron into the ribbon.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
CO:  We have some kind of energy ribbon heading our way and no way to outrun or go around.

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
::Waits at semi-attention next to the Captain.::

ACTION:  The space outside begins to take on a green glow, and the electrical lightning continues.  It knocks LRS offline.  Power begins to go on and off throughout the ship.  It remains on, but it is flickering.

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
OPS:  More power to forward shields.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Angeltra: Start a diagnostic of the Tactical sensors, as in depth as you can make it without...drat, lost long range entirely.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Frowns.:: CO: Sir....... I just heard........ Khest..........   in the mess of static... I think I heard a distress call....... 

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
CO:  It's gone.... ::scans again.:: Checking to confirm, Sir.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
XO:  Commander, I have two impulse induction coils that are fried, and the particle dispersion transducers are jumping all over the place. One minute they seem to need re-polarization and the next they are normal.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
::Battling the helm as the ribbon approaches.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
FCO:  How long till the ribbon hits us?

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
XO/ OPS/ CEO: Lost Long Range Tactical Sensors, and Short Range are currently intermittent.  Unsure yet as to the cause.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
OPS:  All available power to the shields and structural integrity.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
::Makes the computations.::  XO: 8 minutes.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
Self: Got to keep her into the ribbon.  Come on old girl stay straight and true!

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Nods.:: CO: Aye Sir..... I'll keep us together...  ::Begins transferring emergency power to shields and SIF.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
::Said out loud to ship wide.::  *ALL Hands*:  All hands, prepare for impact, 8 minutes.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO/ XO: Suggest we move all non-essential personnel to interior rooms, just in case the shields don't keep holding.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Looks over at the Chief Science Officer.::  CSO: Who are you?

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
CTO: Not sure we can sustain power levels at this rate.

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
CTO:  Do it, have your personnel get on it and fast.

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
CO:  Sir, sorry to interrupt.  I'm your new Chief Science Officer, Lt Neve Hayes. I'll stop introducing myself now due to the mission at hand... SF Sciences said that the energy recorded by the Corneapolis before going missing had magnetic powers. Sadly, they didn't have more information. Nor did the database.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
OPS_Lecson: Man the secondary station.... I'll need your hands for this mess.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CEO: They're your engines; I have complete faith in them.
XO:  On it, Commander.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
XO:  If feels like we are being pulled toward the ribbon but I can't be sure.  My console is going haywire and the power of the fluctuations is not helping me get accurate readings.

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
OPS:  Reroute power to primary deflector and forward shields.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CSO:  Fine.  Man your post.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
::Continues to fight the helm and prays she is heading her directly into the ribbon.::

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
OPS: Lieutenant, I'm going to shut down all non essential power throughout the ship. You should be able to re-route the remainder to shield grids.

OPS_Lecson says: 
::Grunts and stands back at the secondary station adjusting the shield frequency.::

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
*Scoo*: Get all available personnel on a crew sweep, all non-essential people should be moved to interior rooms, just in case.  Make it fast.

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
CO: Aye, aye. ::Turns and hurries to her station.::

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
CEO: I need thruster control.

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
CSO:  Work with the Flight Control Officer to sees what’s going on.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
::Still fighting.::

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
Self: This better work.

ACTION:  All consoles on the Huron begin to flash on and off.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CSO: I've got some sensor readings I was trying to take before sensors went haywire, didn't get a chance to look at what they mean yet, but I'll forward what we got to your station.

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
XO: Aye, Commander. ::Checks SRS but they keep going offline and online.::

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
CO: Go to manual drive?

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
FCO: Ops should be re-routing power now.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CEO: Emergency power!

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
CTO: Thanks.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Self: Come on, keep the lights on.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
XO: Aye Sir... Lecson has got that. 
CO: Captain.... I can confirm the distress signal.... I think it's a ship on the other side of the ribbon. They say they are losing power and are stuck.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CSO: Just hope it helps.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Taps the console controls.:: CO: Emergency power engaged.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
CO/XO: We are being pulled towards the ribbon.

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
FCO:  Hold her steady, Lieutenant.  Just try to keep it from getting bumpy.

OPS_Lecson says: 
::Mumbles and attempts to stabilize bridge systems.::

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
::Uses her flight skills to keep her straight into the ribbon.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
CTO:  Shields status?

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Angeltra: Drop the diagnostics, I think the cause is apparent.  Coordinate with the pups in getting everyone deeper.

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
::Nods at the Chief Tactical Officer as she kicks her station a few times hoping it'll help it stay online.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
OPS:  Well so are we.  Send the coordinates to the helm.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
::Taps the starboard thruster for a ten second burst to swing her back around to port.::

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
XO: So far they're holding, knock on ice.  Currently at...90% and stable.

ACTION:  The energy ribbon is about 4 minutes now to impact.  The ribbon appears to be getting wider from top to bottom, but maintaining its shape around the sides.  The ribbon is taking on an oval shape.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
::Now taps the port thruster for a five second burst to bring her around starboard straight.::

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Rolls eyes.:: Self: Of course we are. 
CO: Aye.... sending the coordinates. ::Sends the coordinates to the helm.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
OPS:  Have transporters ready in case we need to get them out.

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
XO: Sir, I was able to compare the SRS readings we are getting now to those I got from those the Corneapolis recorded before going missing and it seems they are similar.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Sends a message to Martin to have repair parties standing by on all decks.::

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Looks back at Lecson and turns back when he sees him nod.:: XO: Transporters ready, Sir.

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
CSO:  Let’s hope it is them then.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
XO: I'm keeping the shields rotated, trying to keep any individual emitters from over heating; I am hoping it'll keep 'em nice and comfortably warm.

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
CTO:  Commander, have your teams ready to take personnel from the other ship, in case we need to.

Angeltra says: 
CTO: Outer sections being emptied, as ordered.  Currently confirmed 40% empty.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
XO: Aye Commander, I'll have them ready as soon as they get done clearing the outer decks.

ACTION:  All electronic consoles on the bridge go dark, and then suddenly nothing but repeating 6's appear on all consoles for a few seconds before returning to normal.  The lights throughout the ship flicker several times and then stay on steady.  The ribbon is now 2 minutes to impact.

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
::Nods to the CTO.::

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
XO: Of course we have to drop shields to bring them aboard.............  unless we get close enough and try to extend the shields around them, Sir.

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
XO: Sir, I'm now picking up a planet on the other side of the ribbon. Getting more info on it....

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
CSO: A planet, how is that possible?

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
XO: Sir, the more I try to move out of its way the more it tries to suck us in.  Almost as if it has a mind of its own.

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
OPS:  We may have to do just that.

ACTION:  The Huron begins to shake and be tossed around from the lightning strikes and energy coming from the ribbon.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Looks at the status of the power again and sees the 6's flashing.:: Self: Oh goody, more problems.

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
CO:  Captain, you want to ride into it; seems we have no choice.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
::Fights again with the helm controls.::

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
XO: The planet on the other side of the ribbon seems to be M-Class. I cannot confirm if there is any life form. We will need to get closer and realign the sensors.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Straps himself into his chair.::  XO: Take us straight in.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
XO/CO: Either we go in willingly or we get pulled in any which way, but I suggest you do it the right way.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
OPS_Lecson: Find us some more power to keep us stable; we don't all weigh a ton like you, and to keep us standing.

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
FCO:  You heard the man.  Head straight in.  Let it pull us, but keep us steady.

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
::Tries to steady herself on her chair.::

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
XO: Let’s go surfing.

ACTION:  The center of the ribbon now opens up to form a green center, and as it opens, it looks like an eyeball.  The ship shakes a bit as eye stares at the Huron.

OPS_Lecson says: 
::Grunts and continues to work.::

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
CO: Captain, that radiation is creating a lot of problems for the ship's systems.  I don't recommend using the transporters if that's what you were thinking.

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
Out loud.:  That is weird.  ::Looking at the viewscreen.::

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
::Fires the port thruster five seconds to bring the starboard side around slightly and fires the starboard thruster for two seconds and leave it like that.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CEO: They'll be a last resort, Commander.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
Self: First time I have ever seen space looking back at me.

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
CO: I must concur with the Chief Engineering Officer on this as the magnetic components of the ribbon could mess up transporters a lot.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
CO: Sir, here we go.  ::Doesn't fight the helm but steers her into the ribbon and surfs on its wake.::

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
All: We are losing primary power. The system is being drained every time we increase the levels.

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
CTO:  As soon as we pass through, find that other ship.

ACTION:  The Huron is rocked from the thruster bursts, as if the energy ribbon is trying to compensate.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
::No longer using the thrusters but the ships momentum, she guides her as if she were surfing.::

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
XO:  Aye, tops on the list.  Security reports outer sections of the ship cleared, and they are preparing for possible boarding if needed.

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
CTO:  Very good Commander.

ACTION:  The lightning behind the Huron seem to be pushing the Huron toward the center of the eye.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
::Barely guides the Huron as she surfs forward.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
CSO:  Find out what you can about that planet, when we clear.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
CTO: I'm going to have to run a diagnostic on those transporters, Commander. Who knows what the damage from those lightning strikes has done.

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
XO: Aye.

OPS_Lecson says: 
XO:  With all these strikes... I cannot get a lock.... transporters would be a bad idea.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
Self: Stay straight my lady, stay straight and true.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Self:  Feels like an ice bore falling into a kid's jar about now.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CEO: Understood, I'm thinking we'll have a lot of "adjusting" to do once we pass through the looking glass.

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
CEO: I may need the sensors to be realigned once we get out of this so that we get the needed information from the planet.

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
FCO:  How long till we cross?

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
CO/XO: We should be clear of this in two minutes.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
CSO: I have a feeling that more than the sensors are going to need a realignment Lieutenant, if we survive.

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
XO: SRS show that the "eye" has properties that are magnetic in nature... they are unlike anything we have on the database but similar to what the Corneapolis recorded.

ACTION:  The Huron reaches the eye and a bright white light flashes throughout the ship.  The crew is temporarily blinded by the light and can not see.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
::Puts hands to eyes instinctively but too late as she is blinded.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
::Covers his eyes.::  Out Loud:  My eyes!

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Covers her eyes and turns away from the console.::

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
Out Loud: Hello, my eyes.  That smarts.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Squeezes eyes shut.:: Self:  Always bright lights.  Why does it always have to be bright lights?

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Closes eyes too late, trying to navigate console by sound.::

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
::Puts her hand over her eyes as she goes blind.::

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Blinks hoping to see again..........soon.::

OPS_Lecson says: 
::Wonders if he should practice Space Invaders blind.::

ACTION:  The Huron passes through the eye, and the white light disappears as well as the lightning strikes.  The crew is able to see now, but their vision has black spots from the bright light.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
::Brings a mental picture of her console to her mind and her hands move across it.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
ALL:  Everyone, report!   ::Rubbing his eyes.::

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
::Maintains her eyes closed for several seconds.::

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
::Rubs her eyes before trying to open them.::

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
Angeltra: Get Security to do another sweep of the ship, check for damage from the passing and for visitors.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
::Slowly opens her eyes and they focus on her helm.::

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
CO: You want me to bring us to a full stop?

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
XO: The ribbon is gone, Sir. I'm getting information on the planet... it seems to have magnetic properties as well.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Slowly opens her eyes still sensitive to the deck lighting.:: XO: Engineering is still checking on damage.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
XO: Checking now, Commander.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
::Stands up and walks up to the view screen.::  Anyone: Where is the ship that was sending the distress signal?

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
FCO:  Can you stop us now?

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
CO: I have a warning coming from a Subspace beacon up ahead. It's a warning to stay away from the planet, Sir.

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
::Checks astrometrics.::

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
CO: Sir I hate to tell you, but we are going in for a landing.  The planet is pulling us down into the atmosphere.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
CO: Wild guess, Sir.... that away. ::Points to the planet.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
OPS: How did a subspace beacon get out here?

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Looking as soon as we get a clear sensor window.  Sensors seem to be a bit...off.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
FCO: Reverse thrusters!  Full power!

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
CO:  It could have been Corneapolis.

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
XO: Something is not right, Sir. You may want to come check this.... ::Points at her station.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
::Walks over to the station.::  CSO:  What is it, Lieutenant?

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
CO: Already doing it, Sir.  Not having any effect.  We are going down and I suggest you stop trying to feed more power to the helm because the more you feed, the more you drain.

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
::Shows him the astrometrics readings.::

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CSO: Tactical sensors appear to have been inverted, your sensors working?

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
CO: I know this ship is not meant to land on the surface, but we are going to have to put her down somewhere.

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
XO: See? It appears the position of the stars and planets are... backwards.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
CO: Subspace beacon's ID is Starfleet issue, Sir.

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
CTO: Same here. Everything seems upside down... backwards.

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
CSO: Could it be a disturbance from the ribbon causing it; you know, like looking through a glass of water?

ACTION:  The Huron is being pulled toward the planet, and the more they struggle to free themselves the more power is drained.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
CO: Better start looking for a spot that can be utilized for a sling for the ship.

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
XO: It could totally be it, Sir. Question is how to we revert it and if we do, what will be the effect.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Runs a sensor sweep, looking for any vessels in the area.::

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
All: Backwards?... Ummmm.... how about we try to move TOWARDS the planet... see if we go back?

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
::Hands run over the scanners and find a place that looks like a good place to set the Huron down.::

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
CSO: Get on it.  Could be a simple matter of reading everything backwards.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
CO: Captain, recommend cutting all power. Our systems are draining quickly.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
FCO: Full speed ahead.  Take us straight in.

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
XO: Aye.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
::Raises eyebrow.::

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
::Goes back to Short Range Sensors to see if she gets better readings on the planet.::

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
::Hopes they are right.::

ACTION:  As the Flight Control Officer attempts to navigate the Huron toward a landing spot, the magnetics of the planet are pulling the ship in the opposite direction.

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
OPS:  That’s worth a try.  ::Looks at the Captain.::  CO:  What do you think, Captain.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
CO:  Full speed ahead, Sir.  ::Punches it in.::

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Shivers that the Captain actually took his idea.::  Self:  If I am wrong... can he fire me I wonder?

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO:  Can't tell for certain; sensors are still on the fritz, but it appears the planet has several craft on the surface.

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
XO: Sir, I can confirm the planet does have M-Class properties... life signs.... are....

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
FCO:  If we're going in, we'll do it in style.  Find something soft to land on just in case.

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
CO/XO: I detect 1 life sign on the planet. That is, if the sensors are working properly.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
::Still her hands move to the coordinates of the out cropping of two rock faces with the undercut that is needed to house the secondary hull::

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
CO: I got just the spot, Sir.

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
::Nods to the Chief Science Officer.::

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
CO: Ummm Sir....This planet does not appear to be listed in the Starfleet database.  It does not exist according to the most recent navigational star charts. 

ACTION:  The Huron is being pulled into the planet's orbit.  It is now entering the upper atmosphere.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
CO: Sir, you want me to put her down or what Sir?

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
OPS:  Well that doesn't change the fact that it is there now does it?

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
Self: Oh hell, put her down T'Lar.

ACTION:  Several large bodies of water can be seen on the planet.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
CO: I'll make a note to kill the Starfleet Stellar Cartographer, Sir.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Transferring all shield power to the underside, perhaps we can hold off the heat failure long enough for the Structural Integrity to give out.

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
FCO:  Time to impact?

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
::Guides the Huron through the atmosphere at the proper angle and brings her in nice and easy.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
FCO:  Cut all power to the helm.  Maneuvering thrusters only.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
XO: Who said anything about impact?  I am going to set her down on the out cropping of two rocks that have a hollowed out under part.  She will sit nicely on them.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
CO: Maneuvering thrusters only, Sir.

ACTION:  As the power to helm is cut, the ride through the atmosphere appears to be smoother.

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
OPS: I'll add it to our database so it's added in the Starfleet Stellar Cartography database.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
CO: Reconfiguring shields for atmospheric flight.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
OPS: You better get this right.

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
CTO:  How the shields holding out?

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
XO: Sir, sensors are getting better readings on the life sign. It's a girl, about 8-years-old it seems.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
XO: Getting toasty, but I think they'll last long enough.  As soon as we read the underside temp dropping enough, I'll transfer all shield power to the Structural Integrity Fields.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Frowns.:: Self: Ummmm... okay.

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
CSO:  Keep her on your mind, Lieutenant.  We'll have to worry about that later.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
::Sees the spot and slows the Huron down using the thrusters as it approaches the touch down spot.::

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
ALL: This might be a slight bump but nothing more I hope.

ACTION:  The Huron enters the lower atmosphere and makes her way for landing.

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
CTO:  Good Commander.  Try to keep us in one piece if the shields hold out.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CSO: What's the local gravity like out there?

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
::Nods at the Executive Officer.::

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
CTO: Checking.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
::Steers her in using the thrusters and inertia.::

ACTION:  As the Huron attempts to land, she stops just short of landing and just hangs above the ground, as if fluttering.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
Self:  What the hell?

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
CTO: It looks just like Earth's gravity.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
Out Loud: Ummmm... THIS is NOT normal.

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
::Feels the stop and walks over to the Flight Control Officer.::    FCO: Very good landing, Lieutenant.  ::Patting her on the back.::

ACTION:  There is a small thud, and the Huron plops on the ground.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CSO: Okay, hope Structural Integrity can hold out until we find a way out of here.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
XO: Status?

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
::Is shaking a little from the plop.::  OPS:  Damage report?

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CEO: Transferred all shield power to Structural Integrity.  How long you think the fields can hold against a full standard G?

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
CEO:  What’s the ships status, Commander?

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
XO: Minimal.... for now... Still checking, Sir.

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
CO:  Give us a minute to figure out, Captain.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
CTO: Gee, glad someone thought to ask. ::Grins sarcastically.:: No idea at the moment Icky. I'll have to run more diagnostics.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Seems to have found the Corneapolis, Captain.  About 20,000 meters from our current location.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CTO:  Her status?

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
XO:  Broken sir. I have reports of every system failing. We still have everything online but barely.

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
CO:  Seems the same thing happened to them, as the same for us.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
CO: Well at least I got her down.  Now the question is can I get her back up?

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: I'll try and gather more information.  Sensor readings are spotty at best at the moment.

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
CEO:  Get this ship operational and the best you got, and remember we also need to figure a way off this rock when we can.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Nods.:: XO: I'll see what I can do, Commander.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CSO:  Atmospheric conditions?

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
CO:  Breathable, Sir. It looks just like Earth.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
XO: If I got her down I think I can get her back up the same way.

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
FCO:  Well work with the engineering staff, and figure a way to get us back up.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
Self: Great back to engineering again.  Not what I had in mind.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
XO: Understood, Sir.

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
CO: From what sensors tell us right now, plant life is abundant, air is breathable, gravity is like Earth... it's an M-Class planet all right... from readings.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: Given the current status of the ship, and the relatively low priority of sensors, it might be better to do a reconnoiter of the Corneapolis, either by shuttle if possible or on foot.

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
OPS:  What about the transporters?

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
::Gets up and walks over to the Chief Engineering Officer.::

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
CEO: I guess I get to work with you.  I am an ex-Chief Engineering Officer myself.  How can I help?

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Shrugs.:: XO: They seem fine, Sir.... of course if they turn you to goo.... I was wrong.  ::Grins.::

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
ALL:  Does anyone else get the distinct impression that this is not as much an accident as it appears?

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
::Grins back to the Operations Officer.::  CO:  We could beam over and look around and see for ourselves.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
XO:  We could just open the door ya know.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
CO: This is no accident.

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
CO:  I tend to agree with you, Captain.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
CO: If it were an accident, we'd at the very least be ducking right now.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
FCO: At this point we're going to have to run diagnostics on every system on the ship.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
XO: Take Commander Ec'Thel'Ion and a security team. Take a shuttle and investigate the Corneapolis.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
CEO: Level three or level one and do a manual sweep as well?

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
CO:  Yes, Sir.    
CTO:  Have a security team meet us in shuttle bay one.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
XO: Aye Commander, how many?

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CEO:  Can we do anything to boost the Structural Integrity Field before the ship collapses under her own weight?

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
CEO:  How about some antigravs to help keep her up?

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
FCO:  We can't run a level one with system resources so low. I need to give priority to life support, sickbay and other vital areas.

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
CTO:  Bring 4 persons from beta team; let’s go.  ::And starts for the Turbolift.::

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
CEO: I understood that.  Level three then?

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
*10100/ 00101/ Angeltra/ Bee*: Meet me in Shuttle Bay one, pronto.  Full field kits, including your "hacker gear".

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
CO: The SIF seems to be fine for the moment, Sir. The magnetic forces here are giving us support.  No stress factors showing up yet.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
Self: That doesn't make me feel any better.

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Nods.::  FCO:  Get on it.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
CEO: You got it.  ::Begins a level three diagnostic across the board.::

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
FCO: Antigravs aren't going to work with the magnetic elements here.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
OPS:  You mentioned a life form earlier.  A young girl?  Do you have a location?

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
::Waiting on the Chief Tactical Officer in the Turbolift.::

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
CEO: Yeah, I just found that out.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
::Shakes head and points to the Chief Science Officer.:: CO: I believe she mentioned it Captain.

CTO_Cmdr_Ec`Thel`Ion says:
::Enters the Turbolift with Angeltra as an Ensign takes Tactical.::

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
CEO: If we are going to be working together for the time being, you can just call me T'Lar if you don't mind.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
OPS:  My mistake. 
CSO:  Lieutenant?

Host XO_Cmdr_Tibbs says:
TL:  Deck 3.   
CTO:  Hopefully we won't find any trouble.

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
CO: Yes, a young girl.  About 8-year-old. She seems healthy and not in danger.

OPS_Lt_Jara says:
CO: But... I have her position between us and the Corneapolis... or corn field... or however you pronounce it.  ::Grins::

CEO_Cmdr_Sparks says:
::Starts the next diagnostic.::  FCO:  Fine T'Lar, just get to work if you're helping.

Host CO_CAPT_Q`tor says:
CSO:  Do you have a location?

CSO_Lt_Hayes says:
CO: I do not have a clearer position than what Lieutenant Jara just said.

FCO_Ltjg_Bishara says:
CEO: Already finished one and going to the next one.

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