Host ACTD_Chris says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<Begin Mission>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

CTO_Marek says:
::finishing the TAC crew reassignments::

CIV_Danforth says:
::bags packed and heading for the TL, carrying an Ancient Earth book on battle plans::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::In the Ready Room gathering a few things for the assignment::

XO_Hicks says:
::In Ops, sitting in the command chair::

OPS_Kerst says:
::IN ops at station, making final check on supplies loaded onto Erie::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Taps com badge:: XO: Hicks, call all the senior officers to the Briefing Room, please.

CEO_Corjet says:
::Finishing up his engineering report of the status of the shuttles, and the U.S.S. Erie in Main Engineering.:: Self: One more report. ::Sighs and starts it.::

CTO_Marek says:
CIV: CMdr. I think we should have a meeting when you have a spare minute...

CNS_Toni says:
::In her quarters, Packing last few items before mission::

CMO_Tae says:
::finishes checking on the arrangements for Nazrin - feels somewhat guilty about having to leave her behind::

XO_Hicks says:
*CO* Aye sir.

CIV_Danforth says:
::entering OPS area and hearing the CTO::

XO_Hicks says:
*Station wide* All Senior Officers report to the BR on the double.

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> ::Stands in ME of the Erie, making sure that it's systems are fully operational.  Starts to fill out the report for the Copperfield Generator and EPI shielding systems.::

CIV_Danforth says:
CTO: Sure, why don't we talk right after the meeting?

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Stuffs a stack of PADDs in her old tactical bag and grabs her med kit from the sofa and walks out into Ops::

CEO_Corjet says:
::Looks up and sighs.:: Self:  Just on time. ::Looks to EO Chad.::

CNS_Toni says:
::Recording a message, as always before an away mission, to her family on earth::

CIV_Danforth says:
::entering the briefing room with my bag and taking a seat::

XO_Hicks says:
::Rises and walks to the BR::

CMO_Tae says:
::hears the comm. and walks out of SB::

CTO_Marek says:
CIV: That would be fine. Thanks, Cmdr. ::heads for the BR:: Civ : After you, Danforth.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Nods at Hicks on her way to the Briefing Room::

CEO_Corjet says:
EO Chad: You have Main Engineering.  I have to go.  ::Starts to exit and turns back.:: Thank you Chad! ::Exits.::

OPS_Kerst says:
::turns station over to Junior officer and heads for BR::

XO_Hicks says:
::Nods back to the Captain::  CO: Sir.

CTO_Marek says:
::enters the BR reading some reports on a PADD:: Self: This is getting difficult day by day... 

CMO_Tae says:
::steps onto the TL::

CNS_Toni says:
::Looks away from recording as XO calls all to BR, puts down recorder and raises to walk to Briefing Room::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Walks into the Briefing Room:: XO: Hicks, is everything ready for our departure?

CIV_Danforth says:
CTO: Thank you.

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> ::Isn't quite sure of everything and goes to check up on the Copperfiled Generator once again.:: Self: I've got to be sure. ::Starts her scans and diagnostics.::

XO_Hicks says:
CO: They better be, sir.

CEO_Corjet says:
::Enters the Briefing Room and smiles.  Looks around, nodding to those there.  Then takes his seat, holding his Duty PADD.::

CTO_Marek says:
::takes his seat::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Smiles and takes charge of ME.  Then Orders some Engineers to perform some Engineering tasks.::

CIV_Danforth says:
::already seated::

CMO_Tae says:
::steps off the TL and walks into the BR::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Nods and sets her bag and med kit on the floor in the corner of the BR then walks to the head of the table::

CTO_Marek says:
::puts the PADD aside::

CNS_Toni says:
::Walks into BR, reaching in pocket to retrieve PADD for taking notes::

XO_Hicks says:
::Takes his seat at the table::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> ::Looks over to an Engineer and directs him to the proper console to begin the diagnostic checks on the Copperfield Generator.  Sighs slightly and continues her work.::

OPS_Kerst says:
::smiles as CNS enters BR::

CNS_Toni says:
::Looks up at everyone already in BR and smiles, takes seat near XO::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Forgets something and goes back to the corner and grabs her tactical bag and brings it back to the table::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Looks over the stations systems and the automated diagnostics.:: Self: So far, so good. ::Taps away at the console.::

CMO_Tae says:
::sits down and waits::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Looks to Hicks:: XO: Is everyone assembled?

CNS_Toni says:
::Nods at XO, looks straight ahead at CO::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CEO: Randy, call EO Chad to the Briefing Room on the double.

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> ::Smiles and finishes her checks on the Copperfield Generator.  Then orders her team to the EPI shielding systems.::

XO_Hicks says:
CO: Sir everyone is either here or on their way.

CEO_Corjet says:
::Smiles and nods.  Sounds a bit upset::*EO Chad*: To the briefing room mister.

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> *CEO*:  Aye sir.  Be there in a few. ::Looks around and leaves an Engineer in charge of ME and heads to the Briefing room on the double.::

CTO_Marek says:
::still wonders what surprises are expecting for the crew in the Talbus System::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> ::Smiles sweetly as she finishes with the EPI Shielding systems.:: Self: There! ::Heads to the MSD and logs her reports.::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Cleans himself up and stands at the door to the BR.  Wonders whats going on.::

TO_Corjet says:
::shuffles her feet a bit waiting::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Looks up:: Attention on deck!

TO_Corjet says:
::stands at atten::

CEO_Corjet says:
::Looks around.  Then stands up at attention.::

CMO_Tae says:
::stands at attention::

XO_Hicks says:
::Rises to attention::

CTO_Marek says:
::jumps from his sit at attn::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Enters and sees everyone at attention and walks in, standing at attention.  Wonders what he's doing here.::

OPS_Kerst says:
::stands to attention::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
Lt. Kerst, front and center!

CNS_Toni says:
::Stands to attention::

OPS_Kerst says:
::shocked, slowly moves up front::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Pulls a small box out of her tactical bag::

TO_Corjet says:
::smiles slightly for Kerst::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> ::Monitors the U.S.S. Erie's systems with a smile, ordering the Engineers to their duty stations after they've finished with their break.::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Walks forward holding a small black box with a Starfleet insignia on the cover.  Opens box & removes rank pip::  Lt. Kerst, in recognition of your exceptional work & dedication to duties, it is my honor & privilege to promote you the the rank of Lt. Cmdr. :Pins pip on collar & salutes:: Congratulations, Commander. ::Offers hand::

CNS_Toni says:
:;Begins to smile at OPS::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad>::Looks to Kerst with a smile.  Then turns to the CEO and nods.  Then snaps back to attention.::

CTO_Marek says:
::claps loudly::

OPS_Kerst says:
::slowly shakes hand:: CO: thank you.

CEO_Corjet says:
::Smiles for Kerst and looks to his wife.::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
OPS: Congratulations, Commander.  Please fall in.

CEO_Corjet says:
::Motions Chad to stand next to him.::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
Lt. Marek, front and center!

CIV_Danforth says:
::clapping for P'Dar::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Sees the CEO and walks to him, stands next to him with a  smile.::

OPS_Kerst says:
CO: thank you, sir. ::falls back into position, still not quite believing it.::

CEO_Corjet says:
::Wants to praise his CTO but stops himself.::

TO_Corjet says:
::Claps for Kerst::

CTO_Marek says:
::surprised::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CTO: Today, Lt.

TO_Corjet says:
::smiles proudly for Marek::

CTO_Marek says:
::moves to the front::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
Picks up another box and opens it. Removes rank pip:: Lt. Marek, in recogintion of your exceptional work & dedication to duties, it is my honor & privilege to promote you to the rank of Lt. Cmdr. ::Pins pip on collar and salutes:: Congratulations, Commander. ::Offers hand::

CEO_Corjet says:
::Looks to Marek and smiles brighter.::

CNS_Toni says:
::Smiling::

CIV_Danforth says:
::smiles and claps for Satok, too::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> Self: Everything’s ready. ::Finishes her reports.::

OPS_Kerst says:
::Smiles for Marek::

CTO_Marek says:
::shakes CO hands:: CO: Thanks a lot Captain... 

XO_Hicks says:
::Looks approvingly at the new Commanders::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CTO: Congratulations, Commander.  Please fall in.

TO_Corjet says:
::Claps::

CTO_Marek says:
CO:: I don't know what to say but thanks again... ::steps back::

CNS_Toni says:
::Claps for new Officers::

CEO_Corjet says:
::Claps for Marek.:: CTO: Congratulations. ::Looks to Kerst and nods with a smile.::

CTO_Marek says:
CEO: Thanks Cmdr. 

OPS_Kerst says:
::nods to CEO, smiles bigger::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Leans to Corjet and whispers.:: CEO: What am I doing here?

CIV_Danforth says:
CTO/OPS:  Congratulations, you two.  You deserve it!

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Looks around the room:: Ensign Chad, front and center!

CTO_Marek says:
::nods to OPS:: Congratulations.

CEO_Corjet says:
::Looks to Chad with a smile.:: EO: Step forward.

CTO_Marek says:
CIV: Thanks, CIV. 

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Looks to the Captain with surprise and steps forward with a great smile.::

TO_Corjet says:
::smiles with Randy's great pride::

CNS_Toni says:
::Folds hands behind her back::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
Ensign Chad, under recommendation from your Department Commander, Lt.Cmdr. Corjet, it is my honor and privilege to promote you to the rank of Lt. Jr. Grade in recognition of your dedication to duties.  I am proud to have you on my crew.  ::Pins pip on collar and salutes:: Congratulations, Lt. Chad, keep up the good work.  ::Offers hand::

CEO_Corjet says:
::Looks to his wife and smiles with a nod.::

CIV_Danforth says:
::smiles for EO Chad::

CEO_Corjet says:
::Looks back to Chad and grins.::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> CO: Thank you sir.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
EO: Lt, fall in.

CIV_Danforth says:
EO: Good job, Lieutenant.

CTO_Marek says:
::claps loudly again::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Steps back in line with a great grin.:

CEO_Corjet says:
EO Chad: Great work!

CNS_Toni says:
::A continual smile on her face::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Blushes slightly, never expecting this.::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Turns to Hicks::  XO: I believe it is time we get to the Erie.  ::Picks up her tactical bag and walks over to the corner and picks up her med kit::

CTO_Marek says:
::offers hand to EO ::

CIV_Danforth says:
::picks up his bag, ready to head to the Erie::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> ::Plays around with the consoles configuration, making it to her liking.::

XO_Hicks says:
CO: Yes sir.  All: Let's get to the Erie.

TO_Corjet says:
::picks up her duffle bag::

TO_Corjet says:
XO: yes sir!

CEO_Corjet says:
::Smiles:: XO: Aye. ::Grabs his duffle bag and looks to EO Chad.::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Nods at the officers and walks out of the BR to the turbolift and enters::

CIV_Danforth says:
::picks up Earth tactical book::

CTO_Marek says:
::takes the PADD again and exits the BR... still can't believe he's been promoted::

XO_Hicks says:
::Walks out to Ops and grabs the large duffle bag sitting next to the command chair::

CEO_Corjet says:
EO Chad: Get moving. ::Giggles.::

OPS_Kerst says:
::follows CO to TL, and Erie::

CIV_Danforth says:
::follows CO into the TL::

XO_Hicks says:
::Follows the Captain to the Erie::

CTO_Marek says:
::opens a locker and grabs his bag:: 

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Quickly makes his way to his quarters and arrives in ME of the Erie.::

CMO_Tae says:
::walks out of the BR::

CNS_Toni says:
:;Turns from Elated Officers walks out of the BR, grabbing her gear in the chair::

TO_Corjet says:
::Follows the crowd at Randy’s side::

CEO_Corjet says:
::Looks to his wife with a smile.:: TO: Were off  again my sweet.

CIV_Danforth says:
CO: I always love this moment, boarding the ship.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Starts to move to the back of the TL making room for the other officers::

CTO_Marek says:
::nods to the relief officer and heads for the TL::

CNS_Toni says:
:;Follows XO to Erie::

TO_Corjet says:
CEO: Yes, the only thing I regret is that we can't take Nalis...

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CIV: Indeed, Cmdr.

OPS_Kerst says:
::smiles at everybody carry their duffle bags. Grins because he knows his were loaded with the rest of the supplies. Sometimes being OPS has it privileges.::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> ::Smiles as she sees EO Chad arrive.:: EO: Congrats!  You deserve it. ::Relieves herself of ME.:: You have Main Engineering sir. ::Stands at attention and salutes.::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
All in TL: Can someone please tell the computer we are ready to go to docking bay one?

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Squished in the back of the TL against the wall::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Blushes slightly and giggles.:: EO: No need for that! ::Takes charge of ME.::  I have Main Engineering.

CTO_Marek says:
TL: DB 1

CNS_Toni says:
::Chuckles a bit as she stand scrunched in the TL::

CEO_Corjet says:
::Smiles, takes his wife's hand and gently squeezes it.:: TO: He'll be better off here.

CTO_Marek says:
::this TL is a little crowded... I think I should wait for the other one::

OPS_Kerst says:
::mumbles:: Maybe we should have just beamed over...

TO_Corjet says:
::gently squeezes Randy's hand back::  CEO: I know. but I always miss him so!

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> ::Takes her station at the secondary console and starts her systems sweeps.::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> ::Looks to EO Chad with a slight grin.::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
All in TL: I believe we have arrived at the correct deck.  Can we exit now?

CEO_Corjet says:
::Sighs slightly.:: TO: Me to...

CNS_Toni says:
::touches XO hand, smiling up at him, then looks away::

CEO_Corjet says:
::Giggles and exits.::

CMO_Tae says:
::steps into an empty TL and directs it to docking bay one::

CTO_Marek says:
::waits for everyone to exit the TL::

OPS_Kerst says:
::exits TL, heads for Erie::

TO_Corjet says:
::Exit's still holding Randy's hand and her bag in the other::

XO_Hicks says:
::Feels the touch on his hand and knows who did it, smiles::

CIV_Danforth says:
::waits with Cmdr. Marek::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Breathes a sigh of relief and exits the TL walking to Docking Bay One::

XO_Hicks says:
::Heading for the Erie::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> ::Sends a message to her loved ones, letting them know shes going very soon.  Says good bye and sighs.::

TO_Corjet says:
::takes a deep breath to try to re-inflate her lungs::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Enters airlock and walks the gangway and enters the Erie::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Looks to Ruth and then taps his Comm. Badge.:: *CEO*: All systems are fully operational sir.  ::Sighs.:: On the U.S.S. Erie sir.

CTO_Marek says:
CIV: Danforth, I think we should recommend the CEO to make the TL a little bigger, don't you think?

CMO_Tae says:
::steps off the TL and heads for the airlock::

CTO_Marek says:
::exits the TL and heads for the airlock::

XO_Hicks says:
::Follows the CO into the Erie::

CNS_Toni says:
::Leaves TL and walks up the gangway::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> ::Checks once again on the status of the station.  Smiles.:: EO: Everything is fine on the station.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Rushes to the nearest TL on the Erie and enters quickly closing the doors behind her::  Deck 1.

CEO_Corjet says:
::Enters the Erie.::

CIV_Danforth says:
CTO: Definitely.  Or maybe we can convince the Captain to let us beam over?

TO_Corjet says:
::enters the Erie::

CTO_Marek says:
::smiles to the CIV:: CIV: May be you are right... ::enters the Erie::

CMO_Tae says:
::enters the Erie and heads for SB::

OPS_Kerst says:
::waits for TL to bridge::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Smiles and cant believe he got promoted.:: EO: Thanks Ensign. ::Continues with powering up the ships systems.::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Exits TL onto the Bridge and walks to the Ready Room to drop off her stuff::

CIV_Danforth says:
CTO: I hate waiting.

CNS_Toni says:
::Looks over at XO, who did not make it to TL before it closes::

TO_Corjet says:
::finds herself next to Kerst::  OPS: congratulations Kerst..  or should I say Sir? ::smiles::

CIV_Danforth says:
Computer:  Computer, beam me to my quarters.

OPS_Kerst says:
::TL opens, gets on, makes room for everybody else.::

TO_Corjet says:
::gets on the TL::

CEO_Corjet says:
::Nods to Kerst and smiles.:: OPS: Congratulations.::

XO_Hicks says:
::Takes a TL to Deck 4 to drop his bag in his quarters::

CTO_Marek says:
::sees CIV dematerializing::

OPS_Kerst says:
TO/CEO: Thank you. It's such a surprise I don't think it's really sunk in yet.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Takes a PADD from her tactical bag then turns and walks out of the Ready Room onto the Bridge.  Sits down in the command chair and reads data on a PADD while the crew prepares for launch::

CNS_Toni says:
::Is in the same TL as XO and gets off on Deck 4 also::

CMO_Tae says:
::walks into SB and heads for her office::

CEO_Corjet says:
::Looks to his wife.:: TO: I can take your stuff to our quarters if you'd like?

TO_Corjet says:
OPS: you're welcome. you definitely deserved it.

CIV_Danforth says:
::appears in quarters and breathes sigh of relief::

XO_Hicks says:
::Enters his quarters and puts his bag on the floor::  Computer:  Site to site transport to the bridge.  ::Materializes on the bridge::

OPS_Kerst says:
TO; thank you. I'm heading to the bridge, any one else?

TO_Corjet says:
CEO: Thank you Randy... ::gives Randy her bag::  I love you. be careful on this mission okay?

TO_Corjet says:
OPS: I suppose I am.

CTO_Marek says:
Computer: Beam this Tac Bag to my quarters.. ::waits a minute and then heads for the Bridge::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Looks up as the XO materializes on the Bridge:: XO: I assume you did not like the turbolift either?

CIV_Danforth says:
::stops for a quick grape soda and then beams to the bridge::

CNS_Toni says:
:: Enters quarters, dumps bag and looks around::

OPS_Kerst says:
::TL doors open on bridge, walks out::

CIV_Danforth says:
::appears on the bridge around the same time the XO does::

CEO_Corjet says:
::Looks to her stomach and looks to her enchantingly beautiful eyes with a smile.:: TO: Your welcome. ::Sighs slightly.:: You to Ahkayah.  ::Takes her bag to their quarters.::

CTO_Marek says:
TL: Bridge.

TO_Corjet says:
::walks onto the bridge::

XO_Hicks says:
CO: I just felt like a more direct entrance.

CEO_Corjet says:
*EO*: Status report. ::Exits their quarters.::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
XO: I see.  ::Taps the button on the PADD and continues reading.

TO_Corjet says:
::smiles and Sends Randy some of her love, then walks over to her post::

TO_Corjet says:
CO?XO: reporting for duty sirs.

OPS_Kerst says:
::takes station on bridge::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
XO: Have Danforth take the helm, please.

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Looks to EO Ruth who nods to him.:: *CEO*: Everything is fine.  Including the Copperfield Generator and EPI Systems sir. ::Taps a few controls.::

XO_Hicks says:
CO: Yes sir.

CNS_Toni says:
::unpacks quickly then , then begins re-reading mission orders::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
TO: Acknowledged.  Take your station, Tasha.

TO_Corjet says:
CO: yes ma'am

XO_Hicks says:
CIV: Commander, you heard the Captain.

CTO_Marek says:
::exits the TL and heads for the TAC Station. Nods to the CO/XO::

CEO_Corjet says:
*EO Chad*: Good work.  I'll head to the bridge for once. ::Enters the TL.::

CIV_Danforth says:
XO: Yes, sir! ::smiling as he approaches the familiar controls::

CEO_Corjet says:
TO: Main Bridge. ::Checks over his tools.::

CIV_Danforth says:
XO: Ah....it's like coming home.

XO_Hicks says:
CTO: Marek.

OPS_Kerst says:
::contacts Kootenai for latest updates on traffic::

CIV_Danforth says:
::begins to float over the controls::

CEO_Corjet says:
<Edit TO = TL>

XO_Hicks says:
CIV: Did you know I used to be an FCO?

CTO_Marek says:
::sees Tasha at the Station:: TO: Ready for a new mission?

CIV_Danforth says:
XO: Really?  I had to do double duty on the Thomas.  Where did you serve?

TO_Corjet says:
CTO: yes sir. Ready and willing.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
XO: Make sure everyone is aboard then seal the hatches, please.

CNS_Toni says:
::Checks with SB to make sure supplies are being loaded as planned::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> ::Looks over the ships systems, and orders some diagnostic checks be performed on the replicators.::

XO_Hicks says:
CIV: I was here when we had the Cutlass.

XO_Hicks says:
CO: Aye sir.

CIV_Danforth says:
::prepares battle plans per the CO's instructions, planning alternate flight paths::

CIV_Danforth says:
XO: Must have been some ship.

CTO_Marek says:
TO: As tactical officers, I think we will be very busy this time...

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> EO Chad: I’ve just ordered the replicators be checked again. ::Sighs::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Looks up with a smile.:: EO: Good.  I was about to.. But now I don’t.

XO_Hicks says:
CIV: She was a fine piece of machinery.

OPS_Kerst says:
::does final checks on ships power systems::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Taps COM badge::  *CMO* Bridge to Sickbay, is everything ready, Doctor?

TO_Corjet says:
CTO: I agree...  we generally are on away missions...

CIV_Danforth says:
XO: We're all ready here, Commander.

CIV_Danforth says:
XO: This ship is ready to go.

CNS_Toni says:
::Leaves quarters, area and goes into office area, sits at data console::

CMO_Tae says:
*CO*:  Yes, sir.  It is.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
*CMO* Acknowledged.

CEO_Corjet says:
::Enters the bridge and looks to his wife, then stands at attention.:: XO: Corjet reporting for duty. ::Waves his hand towards the Engineering station.:: Shall I sir? ::Smiles.::

CTO_Marek says:
TO: An away mission... I can't wait...::smiles and goes back to his work::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
XO: Hicks, Sickbay is secured.

XO_Hicks says:
CIV: Acknowledged.  Thank you Danforth.

TO_Corjet says:
::smiles too:: CTO: me either.

CIV_Danforth says:
XO: Thank you.  I love taking the helm once in a while.

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> ::Looks to EO Chad with a smile, thinking: “He looks good with another pip.::

XO_Hicks says:
CO: All are aboard sir, sealing hatches now.

TO_Corjet says:
::Taps a few buttons on her console and watches the sensor sweeps::

OPS_Kerst says:
::Does final communications with Koot before departure::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Looks at Hicks::  XO: Are we ready for launch?

XO_Hicks says:
::Takes his seat and pulls up a display::

CIV_Danforth says:
OPS: P'Dar, can I get extra power if we need it?

XO_Hicks says:
CO: Affirmative sir.

CEO_Corjet says:
XO: Engineering is ready sir.  ::Takes his station.::

OPS_Kerst says:
CO: We have clearance for departure from Kootenai.

CTO_Marek says:
CO/OPS: We have a green light from tactical sensor scanning.

CEO_Corjet says:
::Smiles thinking:” This is like the second time I've been on the bridge."  Giggles quietly to himself.::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
OPS: Acknowledged.

OPS_Kerst says:
CIV: it depends on what else needs power. Weapons and shields take a lot of juice.

XO_Hicks says:
CEO: Thank you Randy.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CIV: Take us out, Commander, thrusters only until we've cleared the outter markers.  Set a course for the Talbus System and engage Warp 6 on my mark.

CEO_Corjet says:
::Turns to XO Hicks with a smile.:: XO: Copperfield Generator and EPI Shielding systems are fully functional too. ::Turns back to his console and reconfigures it.::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CTO: Acknowledged.

CIV_Danforth says:
CO: Aye, sir.  ::tapping consoles:: Thrusters at 1/2 impulse power.  Now clearing the station.

TO_Corjet says:
::continues to watch the LRS::

XO_Hicks says:
CEO: Acknowledged.

CEO_Corjet says:
::Hears the CO and wonders about the Talbus system.  Taps away at his console and smiles as he thinks about his wife.::

CIV_Danforth says:
::hands floating over the controls again::

CTO_Marek says:
TO: Set the LRS at maximum range. 

CIV_Danforth says:
CO: Now clearing outer markers sir.  Course set for the Talbus System.  Waiting for your command.

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> ::Makes minor adjustments to the warp drive systems.::

TO_Corjet says:
CTO: yes sir.

TO_Corjet says:
::taps a few more buttons and watches again::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CIV: Very well, engage.

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Walks to the warp core with his tricorder and scans it.:: Self: Initial power readings. ::Taps a few buttons.:: Good. ::Taps a few more buttons.:: Good! ::Heads back to the MSD and logs his readings in.::

CIV_Danforth says:
CO: Aye sir.  Warp 6.

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> ::Heads to the impulse drive systems console and checks them.::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Continues reading her PADD::

CNS_Toni says:
::Listening as the ship begins to hum that hum of a new voyage::

CEO_Corjet says:
::Makes sure that the warp drive systems are fully operational as they head to warp.::

OPS_Kerst says:
::feels the ship surge slightly as they go to warp, ah open space::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Looks to Hicks:: XO: It feels rather satisfying to be back on a ship again.

CTO_Marek says:
TO: I'm starting a level 4 diagnostic routine on quantum torpedoes launch systems.

XO_Hicks says:
CO: Agreed.  I missed this quite a bit.

CTO_Marek says:
TO: You never know when you are going to need them, and we better be sure.

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Brings some Engineers to their stand-by posts and activates the backup systems to hot standby.::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
XO: Perhaps we will get a chance to use this new equipment.

TO_Corjet says:
CTO: acknowledged...  would you like me to run one on the rest of the weapons array?

CIV_Danforth says:
CO: Sir, at present speed, we will reach Talbus in 20 minutes.

CEO_Corjet says:
::Looks over at the power available and sends EO Chad a message to have backup systems operational.  Smiles as he sees a message from Chad, letting him know he's already done so.::

XO_Hicks says:
CO: I'd like to see what this ship can really do.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
XO: As would I.

CEO_Corjet says:
::Over hears the CO and XO and smiles.::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CIV: Acknowledged.  Inform me when we have reached the border then slow to 1/2 impulse.

OPS_Kerst says:
CEO: How’s everything looking?

CEO_Corjet says:
OPS: We have backup power systems on hot stand by sir. ::Smiles and turns to Kerst.::

CIV_Danforth says:
CO: Aye, sir. ::loving the feeling of manning the helm, preparing for anything::

Host ACTD_Chris says:
ACTION: A grinding noise is heard by EO Chad in engineering

CEO_Corjet says:
OPS: Everything’s looking five-by-five sir.

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Hears the noise and looks in its direction and sighs.:: Self: What's that?

OPS_Kerst says:
CEO: Good, lets hope we don't need them ::smiles back at CEO::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> ::Hears the noise too and looks in its direction and sighs.:: Self: Not sure sir.

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Checks the ships diagnostic panel.::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Taps COM badge:: *CEO* Bridge to Engineering.  Randy, make sure all of your engineers are familiar with the Copperfield generator and the EPI screen systems.

CEO_Corjet says:
OPS: Aye!

CEO_Corjet says:
::Smiles:: CO: I already have sir.  Standard protocol sir.  ::Sighs slightly.:: Just incase something happens to me. ::Hopes nothing does.::

CIV_Danforth says:
CO: Sir, we're approaching the outer border now.  Slowing to 1/2 impulse.

CEO_Corjet says:
::Turns to his wife with a slight smile, then turns his attention back to the Captain.::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CIV: Acknowledged.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
OPS: Begin sensor sweeps of the area.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CTO: Keep an eye on the LRS.

TO_Corjet says:
::smiles back at Randy, then turns back to the LRS::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Continues with his diagnostics, trying to find out where that noise came from.:: EO Ruth: I'll handle it.

CTO_Marek says:
CO: Aye, sir

TO_Corjet says:
CO: I'm watching those Ma'am

OPS_Kerst says:
CO: Aye sir. ::begins scans of the area::

CTO_Marek says:
TO: Sorry, Tasha. 

TO_Corjet says:
CTO: not a problem.

CEO_Corjet says:
::Turns back to his station and sees that Chad is trying to find something.  Says quietly:: *EO*: What’s going on down there?

XO_Hicks says:
CEO: Randy, stay on top of all systems, we don't know what's out here.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
XO: Have Counselor West take the Science Station, please.

CEO_Corjet says:
XO: Aye sir.  Will do.

XO_Hicks says:
CO: As you wish.  *CNS* Commander West, report to the bridge for science duty.

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Sighs because the diagnostics cant really find anything and heads towards the nose.::

CTO_Marek says:
::receives diagnostic results:: TO: quantum torpedoes control working at peak efficiency... Shall we proceed with the Copperfield Generator diagnostic?

TO_Corjet says:
CTO: Great. I think that's a good idea. you never know...

CNS_Toni says:
*XO* Acknowledged, Sir.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
OPS: Are the sensors picking up any planets in the system?

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad>::Enters the conduit and sees a tool that's been left.::*CEO*: I'm on it sir.  ::Sighs.:: Looks like someone left a tool unattended sir.  Just a noise...

CNS_Toni says:
::Raises from chair and heads for Bridge::

CTO_Marek says:
TO: Ok. ::taps a few buttons:: Starting it now... Follow its development on the secondary console, Tasha.

CEO_Corjet says:
::Raises an eyebrow and wonders.::*EO*: Find out who it was.  That could be...  ::Sighs deeply,  but quietly.:: Costly Chad.. Corjet out.

TO_Corjet says:
CTO: yes sir.

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Takes the tool and sets it in the CEO's office and heads back to the MSD.::

CNS_Toni says:
Enters Bridge and takes seat at science station::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> ::Sees Chad come back.:: EO: What was it?

OPS_Kerst says:
CO: Yes, We're detecting a planet, and....

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Nods as the CNS enters the Bridge::

CTO_Marek says:
TO: Here... Tasha... check this... I'm getting a control response delay of about 30 milliseconds... Did you see the same?

TO_Corjet says:
::taps a few buttons and a small section of the console shows the diagnostic, as another shows the LRS results::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
OPS: And?

XO_Hicks says:
CNS: Hello Commander.

CNS_Toni says:
CO: Reporting for science station Captain.

TO_Corjet says:
CTO: yes. I don't know what it is.

OPS_Kerst says:
CO: ...And we're getting some strange power readings from it. I can't makw them out yet.

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Looks to her a bit disgusted.:: EO: Just an unattended tool...  It was lodged next to a servo relay.  Please have that really and its systems checked.  Conduit 007. ::Points.::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CNS: Acknowledged.  Can you confirm those readings, Cmdr?

CTO_Marek says:
TO: I thinks we have a malfunction report to make to the CEO:...

OPS_Kerst says:
CO: I'm narrowing the scan to try to isolate the power readings.

CTO_Marek says:
TO: Fortunately we detected it...

TO_Corjet says:
CTO: shall we contact ME, or just ask Randy....?

TO_Corjet says:
CTO: yes, that could have been deadly.

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> ::Sighs as she thinks she knows who it was.:: EO: On my way.  Impulse systems are fine.  The rest of Engineering is fine too. ::Heads to the conduit.::

CTO_Marek says:
TO: I leave it on your hands, Tasha... I will continue with the LRS

CNS_Toni says:
XO: Hello, sir

CTO_Marek says:
::nods to the TO:: 

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CIV: Change heading to 257 Mark 7.  I want a better reading on those power readings.

TO_Corjet says:
::nods::

OPS_Kerst says:
CO/CNS: The power readings from the planet keep fluctuating. There hard to read, I can't pinpoint anything specific. Maybe if we get closer.

CEO_Corjet says:
::Turns to his wife with a smile at hearing his name.::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CTO: Anything on the LRS?

TO_Corjet says:
CEO: Randy, there's a problem here. there's a command delay here...

CIV_Danforth says:
CO: Yes, sir.  Changing heading to 257 mark 7.  Increasing impulse power to 3/4.

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> ::Checks the logs and notes that the tool belonged to EO Tobar.  Checks the systems.::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
OPS: We are changing our heading.

CTO_Marek says:
CO: So far, nothing to report sir.. Our route is clear.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CIV: Slow to 1/4 Impulse.

OPS_Kerst says:
::sees light blinking on console::

CEO_Corjet says:
TO: Command delay huh? ::Walks up to the console  and pulls out his tricorder.  Then taps at the console checking for the problem.::

OPS_Kerst says:
CO: I have a COM signal, faint but there!

CNS_Toni says:
::Checking science station readings::

CTO_Marek says:
CO/OPS: Tracking signal 

Host CO_Mitchell says:
OPS: Try increasing power to the sensors then put it on audio.

TO_Corjet says:
CEO: yes, about 30 milliseconds.

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Shakes his head as he starts to see the automated diagnostics come up for the EPI shielding and Copperfield generators.::

CTO_Marek says:
::enhance LRS range::

OPS_Kerst says:
CO: Aye sir, boosting power to sensors, signal on audio.

CTO_Marek says:
OPS: transferring coordinates to your station

CEO_Corjet says:
::Looks to his wife and raises his eyebrow, then turns back to the console as it reports the same delay.  Opens an access panel and scans the sub processor.::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Listens::

CIV_Danforth says:
CO: Slowing to 1/4 impulse sir.

CTO_Marek says:
OPS: I think I got it ::transfers data::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
All: Quiet on the Bridge, please.

OPS_Kerst says:
::tries to bring in COM signal better::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> ::Comes back to ME with the results::

CTO_Marek says:
::shuts::

TO_Corjet says:
::falls quiet and reminds Randy of their link for communication::

CEO_Corjet says:
::Turns to the CO wondering what’s going on.  Then goes back to his work, working as quietly as he can.  Taps a few buttons.::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Stands and listens::

CTO_Marek says:
::waits to hear the comm.::

TO_Corjet says:
::listens::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> ::Notifies EO Chad of her report and heads back to the secondary station.::

Host ACTD_Chris says:
<COM>: They...........come......what...............and failed......

OPS_Kerst says:
::shakes his head as he tries to retrieve the COM signal::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Receives the report and logs it in.::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
OPS: Can you clear up the signal?

CNS_Toni says:
::see there are sporadic power bursts  of power from around the planet

Host ACTD_Chris says:
ACTION: More static sounds on the comm.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CNS: Scan the planet for life forms.

CEO_Corjet says:
::Listens to the communication and then finishes his diagnostic.  Then makes an adjustment to the consoles sub processor.::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CIV: Standard orbit.

OPS_Kerst says:
CO: trying, we're barely getting it as it is. I'm boosting power to the COM system, and trying to filter the static better.

TO_Corjet says:
::gently puts her hand on Randy's arm having a very "bad" feeling about this::

CNS_Toni says:
CO: scanning

CTO_Marek says:
CO: Starting TAC scan over the planet now...

CIV_Danforth says:
CO: Aye, sir.  Entering standard orbit.

OPS_Kerst says:
CO: the signal is definitely coming from the planet, I'm trying to pinpoint the coordinates now.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
OPS: Open a channel to whoever is broadcasting that signal.

CEO_Corjet says:
~~~~::Turns to his wife with a smile which quickly fades as he feels her emotions:: Tasha: Done.. ::Looks to her with concern.:: Try it now.~~~

TO_Corjet says:
::takes a quick look at her console and sees the diagnostic is complete and everything’s fine::

OPS_Kerst says:
CO: Aye sir, ::taps a button:: COM channel open.

CNS_Toni says:
CO:  I cannot detect any life forms on the planet...yet.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
COM: Planet: This is the Federation Starship, USS Erie.  Can you repeat your communication?

CTO_Marek says:
:.still on the scanning::

TO_Corjet says:
~~~~Randy: thank you. ::smiles a little and moves her hand blocking her feelings of concern:: Randy, I sure it's alright. just a momentary fear~~~~

Host ACTD_Chris says:
<COM>: ........tried.........must.............rise up and ......::some applause is heard::

OPS_Kerst says:
CO/CNS: With how faint the signal is, it might be from under ground.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CNS: Continue scanning.

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Checks upon the status of the backup systems and frowns, still wondering why EO Tobar left that tool there.  Sighs and continues with his systems diagnostic checks. Then turns to EO Ruth.:: EO: Have you checked the shuttle bay?

XO_Hicks says:
::Monitors the conversation on the bridge::

TO_Corjet says:
::taps a few buttons on her console::~~~~Randy: thank you, it's working now.~~~~

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Turns to Hicks with a puzzled look on her face:: XO: What do you make of that?  Is that applause I hear in the background?

OPS_Kerst says:
CO: I'm still trying to triangulate the source of the signal.

CEO_Corjet says:
~~~~Tasha: Your welcome my beloved. ::Smiles.::  Good.~~~~

CNS_Toni says:
CO: Scanning.

TO_Corjet says:
::smiles back::

CEO_Corjet says:
::Closes up the access panel and smiles.  Places his hand upon Tasha's shoulder and heads back to his station.::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CNS: What do we know of this planet?

XO_Hicks says:
CO: I believe it is, sir.  Are we picking up some kind of celebratory event of some sort?

CTO_Marek says:
CO: No weapons signals found.. But many power signal are detected in several parts of the planet, sir.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CTO: What type of power signals?

CTO_Marek says:
CO: Unidentified power source

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> ::Looks up from her console.:: EO: Yes sir.  I have.  Everything is fine.   I just finished up just before we left. ::Goes back to her duties, then turns back again.::  Shall I go make sure sir?

CTO_Marek says:
CO: Working on that now

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CTO: Are you detecting any ships on the surface?

Host ACTD_Chris says:
ACTION: The comm. signal ends as abruptly as it began

TO_Corjet says:
::is soothed by Randy's touch, and taps on her console watching Marek’s sensor sweeps::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
OPS: What type of com signal was that?

CNS_Toni says:
CO: there used to be heavily populated, the people there were neither enemies nor allies, whatever that would mean, and there is very little else data at this time.

XO_Hicks says:
CTO: Go to constant yellow alert until further notice.

OPS_Kerst says:
::stifles a curse as the COM signal cuts off::

CTO_Marek says:
CO: No ships on the surface, sir... Aye... ::starts yellow alert status::

TO_Corjet says:
CTO: Randy fixed the problem sir.

CEO_Corjet says:
::Checks the ships systems and wonders if there might be a problem with the sub processor.  Starts checking up on all the ships consoles by performing remote diagnostics.::

CTO_Marek says:
TO: Thanks a lot... I think we are going to need it soon...

Host CO_Mitchell says:
XO: Do you think maybe this civilization is pre warp?

OPS_Kerst says:
::double checks power systems as ship goes to yellow alert::

XO_Hicks says:
CO: I do sir.

CEO_Corjet says:
::Sends EO Chad a message,  letting him know about the probable yellow alert.::

TO_Corjet says:
::quietly:: CTO: I agree.

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Smiles and activates the backup crews.::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
::Sighs:: OPS: Do you know what type of communication signal that was?

TO_Corjet says:
CTO: what do I need to do sir?

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> ::Looks to EO Chad:: EO: Shall I?

CTO_Marek says:
TO: Please set a constant routine on the SRS. Maximum range... 

CEO_Corjet says:
::Sees that all the consoles seem to be working fine.::

CTO_Marek says:
TO: We are looking for any kind of ship signal

TO_Corjet says:
CTO: yes sir.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CNS: I need more information.

TO_Corjet says:
::sets the SRS on Max, then puts them on a 12 second sweep of the area::

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Turns to EO Ruth.:: EO: Oh...  Ah..  ::Wonders a few moments.::  No.  That'll be fine.

CNS_Toni says:
CO: The only life signs I detect are that of animal and plant life.

OPS_Kerst says:
CO; No sir, not personally. Although I do believe it was STL.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
OPS: Try modifying sensors to pick up AM/FM waves.

CTO_Marek says:
CO: Power burst seems to be distributed uniformly along the surface. Still can't identify the source.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CNS: That is very odd.

CIV_Danforth says:
CO: Sir, I'm most concerned about the "applause" we heard.  I wonder if we're being dragged into some sort of omnipotent show.

CNS_Toni says:
::Continuing Scans::

OPS_Kerst says:
CO: Aye sir. modifying sensors to pick up EM signals in the Radio frequency range.

CIV_Danforth says:
CO: Could it be Q?

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> ::Continues with her duties.  Then turns to EO Chad.:: EO: The Engineers report a slight problem with one replicator.  The Engineering replicator. ::Sighs.:: Doesn't look bad.  But it should be attended to sir.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
XO: Hicks, what do you think?  Perhaps we should leave this planet.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CIV: I do not think so, Cmdr.

CTO_Marek says:
:.hears the CIV:: self: Not the Q

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Chad> ::Looks to EO Ruth with slight concern.:: EO: Take care of it please. ::Smiles.::

XO_Hicks says:
CO: I think we should stay.  This may be linked to the disappearances.

TO_Corjet says:
::wonders to herself what is out there, somehow feeling it's a trap::

OPS_Kerst says:
::wonders, 'who are you' to the planet::

Host CO_Mitchell says:
XO: Very well.  We will stay in orbit and run further scans and see what we can discover.

CEO_Corjet says:
<EO Ruth> EO Chad: On my way.  ::Takes an Engineering team with her and heads to th Engineering replicator.::

TO_Corjet says:
::wonders why she can't sense any beings::

XO_Hicks says:
CO: Very good sir.

Host CO_Mitchell says:
CNS: What is the atmosphere of this planet?

Host ACTD_Chris says:
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