Host SM_Darlene says:
Prelude: Last time on ACTD Kootenai Station…

Governor Rahteck, a visitor from another galaxy met with Captain Pavielion asking for information on a criminal who had stolen half of a sacred artifact from the sacred temple.

The criminal had been turned to stone when two aliens entered his quarters through a time portal and attacked him, grabbing the artifact and escaping back through the portal.

After examining the stone corpse Rahteck asked Captain Pavielion for assistance in recovering the artifact.  Once this half of the artifact is joined with the other half anyone who controls it will be able to control time in both the past and the future.

The crew is preparing to enter through the portal, which will only stay active for a short period of time.

Time lapse since last mission: 10 minutes.

Cast of Characters

Chad Snyder as CO Captain Micjoran Pavielion
Gary Cole as CMO Lieutenant Sovok
Kytra Seliquini as CTO Lieutenant Junior Grade Bao’tzhu Shengming Rr’Vellan
Steve Seliquini as CEO Lieutenant Junior Grade Ensign Rick Spicer

Guest Appearance
SM-Darlene Wise as TO Bailey, Old Man, Security

Host SM_Darlene says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<Resume Kootenai Mission>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

Host Rahteck says:
::Sitting in his seat in the Briefing Room::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Finishes with the briefing, looks around the table at the crew::  All: Are there any questions?

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Sitting in the Briefing Room, her paws pressed together in thought::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Sits in the Briefing Room looking around and staying silent::

Host Rahteck says:
::Looks around waiting for the crew to ask questions::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Stares at his close-lipped crew::  All: What we need to discuss, is how we plan to go through the portal.  ::Turns to Rahteck::  Rahteck: What can we expect on the other side?

CEO_Spicer says:
::Thinking, controlling time travel, this is not a good thing unless you are the one that has the control::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Glances at Sovok, then at Rick and twitches her tail in thought::

Host Rahteck says:
::Looks to the CO:: CO: The area you will be traveling to is on one of the three planets on the parchment.  It is densely forested terrain.  The weather is mild.

CEO_Spicer says:
Rahteck: You claim this artifact can control time travel. What are your plans to protect it from further theft and wouldn't it be better having two groups controlling each piece so that no one group has this power?

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Tilts her head and looks to the Governor:: Rahteck: Arrre you surrre we won't end up like yourrr little buddy in Sickbay?

Host Rahteck says:
::Looks to the CEO:: CEO: My people are the rightful owners to the artifact.  It has been safe in the sacred temple until just recently.  Obviously we will have to update our security measures but we must retrieve the artifacts from our enemy.  ::Frowns::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
All: Suggestions?  Would you prefer all going through together at once, sending only one person, sending a team of people, tying someone to a rope that is anchored in this time so we may pull them back?  I am open to suggestions.

Host Rahteck says:
::Turns to the CTO:: CTO: I hope not, but I cannot guarantee it.  There are several of these creatures where you are going.

CMO_Sovok says:
CO: I'd like to stay behind and try to save the man in Sickbay.

CEO_Spicer says:
::Looks at Rahteck:: CO: I'm not sure I like the idea of someone controlling time.

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Raises her eyebrow at Sovok::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
CMO: Doctor, if this man truly is a criminal, then we might just hand his body over to his government here ::Nods to Rahteck:: and let them deal with him.

CEO_Spicer says:
CO: What assurances do we have that this is not some elaborate plan to kidnap federation citizens, no, Starfleet personnel?

CMO_Sovok says:
CO: Sir, they already presume him dead. I want to at least try a few things.

Host Rahteck says:
CO: I strongly suggest everyone go through at once.  The portal will not remain stable for much longer.  I will take custody of the criminal and transport him back to my world via my ship.

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
Rahteck: And how do you suppose we arrre to rrrreturrrrn?

Host Rahteck says:
CMO: You cannot save him.  Our best scientists have tried without success.

CEO_Spicer says:
::Looks warily at Rahteck:: Rahteck: And why do you need all of us to go through? Perhaps we could just send a security team.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Sits and listens, looks at the data on his PADD and considers all their options::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Looks over at Spicer and mumbles under her breath::

Host Rahteck says:
CTO: If you can retrieve the artifacts before the time portal becomes unstable you can return through it.  Otherwise you will need to activate the artifact to open another portal.

Host Rahteck says:
CO: Send your best personnel.

CMO_Sovok says:
Rahteck: And I suppose this thing is just point and click, right? How are we supposed to know how to operate it?

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Leans over to Sovok:: CMO: I don't like the sound of this.

CMO_Sovok says:
::Shakes his head:: CTO: Neither do I. Not one bit.

CEO_Spicer says:
Rahteck: Why do you even require our aide? Surely a race that can develop a time device does not need our help.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
All: All right............

Host Rahteck says:
CMO: Touching the stones on the artifact easily activates them.

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Looks up at the Captain::

CEO_Spicer says:
::Resists the temptation to speak further and gives his attention to the CO::

Host Rahteck says:
CEO: We did not create the device.  It was given to our ancestors and we are now the guardians.

CMO_Sovok says:
::Crosses his arms around looks suspiciously at Rahteck while listening to the Captain::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
All: The away team will consist of all of you, Lieutenant Bailey and myself.  Everyone is to report to the portal in ten minutes with full away team gear.  If this artifact is combined with its other half, it will mean a danger to many worlds, including the Federation.  ::Looks up::  All: Dismissed.  Ten minutes!

Host Rahteck says:
CO: Thank you, Captain.  I will arrange transport of the criminal immediately.  ::Motions to his aides to follow him out as he walks out of the Briefing Room::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Resists the urge to punch the table and stands up, glaring around the room::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Grumbles and stands up:: Self: I'll get Bailey.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Stands and exits the Briefing Room, heading to his Ready Room::  CTO: You will inform Lieutenant Bailey?

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Nods:: CO: Of courrrse, Sirrr.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Enters his Ready Room, walks over to his desk and picks up the kit attached under it::

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: Rahteck and his aides return to their ship and immediately transport the criminal from Sickbay to their vessel.  They immediately depart Kootenai Station headed back to their own galaxy.

CMO_Sovok says:
::Walks into the CO's ready room:: CO: Sir, I'd like to formally object to this course of action.

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Heads to the weapons locker:: *Bailey*: Bailey, we'rrre on away team duty, meet me at the porrrtal in 8 minutes, full away team gearrr.

Host TO_Bailey says:
*CTO*: Acknowledged.  I’m outside the visitor's quarters now, Sir.  I will have my gear brought down immediately.

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
*Bailey*: Thank you, Bailey.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Is startled by the CMO and wonders what ever happened to knocking first::  CMO: Noted, Lieutenant.  I respect the opinions of my officers; however, I am left with no other option.  These people are not equipped to deal with this threat and a threat it is to all of us.  Now please, prepare for the mission, we may need a good Doctor.  I will be happy to discuss the matter further once we return.

CMO_Sovok says:
CO: I have every intention of following your orders, Sir. ::Turns to leave::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Sighs as the CMO leaves, really hates to have to order his officers around against their wills however, he does not have the luxury of always keeping his crew happy.  Sorts through the items in the case::

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Looks on as a security team arrives outside the visitor's quarters lugging all of his away team gear::  Security Team: Put it down right there.  ::Points::

CEO_Spicer says:
*CO*: Perhaps I should say on this side to try to maintain the opening of the portal.

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Security Team> ::Grunts:: Ummph....::Drops the gear on the deck then grabs their backs::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Gets in the turbolift, already having the medical kit he had been lugging with him for some time and sets the turbolift to the portal, checking the phaser he keeps at his ankle::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
*CTO*: Thank you, Lieutenant, however we have plenty of capable personnel to man that task.  I need my best people with me on the other side.  *CEO*: You will report as ordered, Lieutenant.

Host TO_Bailey says:
Security Team: Thanks.  Better have the Doc take a look at your backs!

CMO_Sovok says:
::Arrives on deck and begins the walk towards the quarter where the portal is located::

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Begins putting on his away team gear::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Arrives at the portal and sees Bailey. Stifles a grin:: TO Bailey: It's nice to see you again, frrrriend.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Pulls out two phasers, a tricorder, a hypospray, a personnel force field device, and a small variety of magnetic micro-bombs.  Holsters one of the phasers and the tricorder in his waist belt, places the rest of the items in the case, picks the case up, and exits his ready room::

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Looks up:: CMO: Hello, Doc.  ::Nods to the security team holding their backs and groaning:: They could use your help, Doc.

Host TO_Bailey says:
CTO: Hello, Lieutenant.  ::Slings his bag over his shoulder:: I’m ready, Sir.

CMO_Sovok says:
TO: All right.. ::Takes out his tricorder and begins to scan the team of people::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Looks to Sovok:: CMO: I hope we come out of this alive. ::Smiles::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Glances over at the CTO:: CTO: Me too, I don't want to die over some time controlling rock.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Leaves a Lieutenant. in command of Ops and board the turbolift, directs it to level seventeen::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Grins::

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Enters the visitor's quarters and runs head first into the forcefield::

CMO_Sovok says:
Security Team: You're all fine.  It should wear off in a few minutes. ::Walks into the visitor’s quarters and sighs::

Host TO_Bailey says:
<Security Team> CMO: Thanks, Doc.  ::Hobbles off down the corridor::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Looks up at Bailey:: TO: Uhhh therrrre's a forrrce field therrre, Bailey.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Exits the turbolift and walks down the corridor, comes to the portal::  CTO: Is everyone ready, Lieutenant?

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Rubs his head:: CTO: Yes, I know....now!

CEO_Spicer says:
::Walks up and looks around at everyone::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Nods:: CO: Yes, Captain.

Host TO_Bailey says:
CO: Ready, Sir.  ::Still rubbing his big furry head::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
CTO: Well then, without further ado, please take point and lead the way, Lieutenant, we will need to make haste.  No one can tell how much longer this portal is going to hold.

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Twitches her tail, turns on her phaser and trots towards the portal, holding her phaser rifle at the ready::

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: The CTO hits the forcefield and bounces off.

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Growls and falls on her butt.  Roars:: TO: The forrrce field, Bailey!!!

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Raises an eyebrow, tries very hard to stifle any type of grin or smile, bites his lower lip::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Draws the phaser pistol out from his ankle and hits himself mentally for forgetting his prized alien rifle in his quarters, grins at the CTO::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Holds out his hand to the CTO::

Host TO_Bailey says:
CTO: Did you order me to lower it?  I didn't hear you.  ::Taps his tricorder deactivating the forcefield::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Coughs, trying to avoid laughing::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Takes the CO's hand and gets to her feet:: CO: Not a worrrd, Captain.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
CTO: Of course, Lieutenant, please....proceed.

Host TO_Bailey says:
CTO: Sorry, Lieutenant.  ::Puts his tricorder back into his belt and hefts his phaser rifle.  I'll bring up the rear.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Draws his phaser::

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Moves to the back of the line in front of the portal::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Straightens her uniform and trots toward the portal:: Self: Second time's the charrrm.

CMO_Sovok says:
::Follows the CTO::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Walks towards the portal behind the CTO, CMO, OPS and the CEO with Bailey in the rear::

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTON: The crew enters into the portal, floating slowly in a swirling mass of colors.  Its as if time no longer exists.

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Feels himself floating and getting dizzy::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
Self: Oh, the hippie univerrrse.. ::Grumbles::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Experiences a light, lifting sensation, sees a rapid blur of colors.::

CEO_Spicer says:
::Looks at Bao and sighs::

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: As the crew reaches the end of the portal, the swirling colors begin to speed up.  The crew is no longer floating but now feel as though they are being sucked through at a much faster speed.

CMO_Sovok says:
Self: All right...anytime now.

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Opens his mouth and tries to growl::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Grips tightly to his phaser and case, closes his eyes and waits for the trip to end::

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: The crew is launched out of the portal unconscious, falling into a heap onto a small clearing of dirt amongst a forest of tall trees.  Their Starfleet equipment and weapons have disappeared and their uniforms have been replaced with old fabric shirts and pants and crude leather vests and sandals.  The CTO is dressed in an old fabric, floor-length dress and a shawl.

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: After a few minutes the crew begins to awaken::

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Slowly rolls over in the dirt and sniffs.  Stands and looks at his clothing and looks around frantically for his gear and weapons::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Grabs for his pistol, not finding anything. Stands up and scratches his arms, the shirt not very comfortable.  Sees the CTO and turns around trying not to laugh again::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Looks around and everyone:: All: I hope you'rrre all as confused as me.  ::Looks down, her eyes wide::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Feels a sensation of pain and blinks his eyes to the bright, invading light.  His eyes flash open and he sees his surroundings::

Host TO_Bailey says:
CTO: Lieutenant, our weapons are gone and all the equipment too.  ::Growls::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
CMO: You find this funny, Sovok? ::Growls on the verge of being a roar::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Pulls himself off the ground and looks around, notices as well that they have no equipment, but they do have a new attire::

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Looks at the dress the CTO is wearing:: CTO: Nice dress.  Better hope you don't need to do any hand-to-hand combat.

CMO_Sovok says:
::Grins, not turning around:: CTO: I haven't said anything Lieutenant.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
All: Fan out and secure this area.  We need to see if there is anything of use to us or any information.

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Kneels down and rips a slit in the dress with her claws:: TO: That should make it easierrr.

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Looks down at his feet and frowns:: CTO: My sandals seem to be too small.  ::His toes are sticking way out past the soles of his sandals::

CEO_Spicer says:
::Tries not to laugh at Bao-Bao::

Host TO_Bailey says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  ::Flip-flops through the trees::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Begins to walk and finds a large stick that could be used for A: Walking and B: Beating people.  Picks it up and uses it as a walking stick until the moment presents itself::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
All: Try to find anything that can be used to fend off attackers, if we so needed.  ::Explores their little clearing::

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: There is a dirt road on the other side of a clump of trees and the crew can hear the sound of  horses and a wagon approaching.

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Unsheathes her claws and twitches her ears, trying to listen for anything::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Takes a few swings with the Katana sized stick, trying to remember his training in swordsmanship from some time again::

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Hears the sound of horses approaching then turns back to the dirt clearing::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Hears something coming:: All: Get down and out of sight!  

CMO_Sovok says:
::Hits the dirt with his new swordstick, snapping the tip off of it:: Self: Dammit!

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Ducks behind some shrubbery::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Finds a large stick with several knots on it, picks it up and slips behind a rather fat tree::

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Rushes back into the dirt clearing then hears the CO and ducks behind some bushes, his big head sticking out::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Examines his now semi-broken stick and finds that the tip is now sharper than before, but not shorter. Smiles and decides it's not really a bad thing::

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: The horses and wagon stop on the other side of the trees from the clearing.  The crew can hear the voice of an old man singing.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Stays very still and silent, listening::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Darts over to the CMO::  CMO:  ::Very quietly::  Lieutenant, come here.

CMO_Sovok says:
::Looks up at the CO:: CO: All right.  ::Begins to sneak over to the CO::

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Sniffs the air but stays low and quiet in the bushes::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Tries to be quiet::

Host Old_Man says:
::Hears some rustling from behind the tree line::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
CMO: Lieutenant, we do not know much about the people of this planet or this area.  Go speak with whomever is over there, if they appear friendly.  Get any information from them you can: if there are any towns around here, has he seen anything strange recently.  ::Pauses::  If there is somewhere to get a change of clothes, perhaps.

CMO_Sovok says:
CO: And what if he tries to kill me, Sir?

Host CO_Pavielion says:
CMO: I am not certain how these people would react to a large snake, bear, and cat.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
CMO: Use your training, dodge it and we will be there in five seconds to assist you.

CMO_Sovok says:
CO: All right, I understand. ::Walks out from behind the tree and uses his stick as a walking implement, walking over to the old man::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Watches Sovok, carefully, her muscles tensing in case of danger::

Host Old_Man says:
::Turns to see a stranger approaching from the tree line:: CMO: Greetings, stranger!  ::Smiles::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Stays out of sight, but closely watches the CMO in case anything goes astray::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Nods:: Old Man: Greetings to you too.

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Comes out of the bushes and stands near a tree, watching the CMO and the old man::

Host Old_Man says:
CMO: What a fine day it is!  Where are you headed, stranger?

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Hisses:: TO: Bailey, get down!

CMO_Sovok says:
Old Man: I was hoping you could help me with that. Where are you heading?

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Scrunches down quickly::

Host Old_Man says:
CMO: I'm heading into the village.  Do you need a lift?  I have plenty of room on the back of my wagon.

CMO_Sovok says:
Old Man: Well, you see, I am the leader of a circus troupe.  I operate a circus of strange things and I have many friends that look strange but are very much as normal as you and I.  We got lost on the way to this village.  Would you be willing to take all of us?

Host Old_Man says:
CMO: A circus, ehh?  Well, sure, I guess so.  Where are your friends?  ::Moves to the horse and puts his hand on the harness::

CMO_Sovok says:
All: Everyone!  Come on out and meet my friend.  Old Man: What’s your name, good Sir?

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Glances to the Captain::

Host Old_Man says:
CMO: My name is Socoro, what is your name?  ::Climbs up onto the wagon and takes the reins, holding the horses and waiting for the rest of the circus people::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Stifles a laugh and will have to talk with the CMO later, looks to the CTO, shrugs and nods then points her and Bailey forward::

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Moves forward through the trees::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Climbs up beside Socoro on the wagon:: Socoro: I am Sovok.

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Rolls her eyes and stands up slowly, following Bailey::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Is determined to not perform any tricks, slowly creeps from behind his tree and walks forward::

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: As the crew emerges from the tree line the old man in the wagon views the crew as normal humans.  He doesn't see the Selay, the Caitian, the Vulcan nor the half-Romulan, half-Human.  He sees only six strangers in need of a ride into town.

Host Old_Man says:
::Looks at the strangers and smiles:: CMO: What's so odd about these fine people?

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Whispers to the Captain:: Perrrmission to teach Bailey how to rrride a little bike, Sirrr?

CMO_Sovok says:
Socoro: Ummm... Well, you see they do strange things and sometimes act funny and unpredictable, but only on command.

Host Old_Man says:
Strangers: Climb on the back of the wagon.  CMO: I hope I get free tickets to the circus performance.  Are you going to have a show in the village?

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Is taken aback by the man's reaction, walks forward, hears the CTO, and cannot help but laugh.  Immediately stops::  CTO: I do not believe the Lieutenant would appreciate that.

CMO_Sovok says:
Socoro: We haven't decided yet.

Host Old_Man says:
Strangers: All aboard!  I don't have all day you know!  ::Holds onto the reins and waits for the strangers to climb onto the wagon and sit down::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Twitches her ears and looks at Bailey::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Hops up onto the wagon::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Nods to the crew and hopes in the wagon::

Host TO_Bailey says:
::Climbs onto the back of the wagon and plops down::

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: Bailey's weight tilts the wagon to one side.

CMO_Sovok says:
Socoro: Thank you, Sir.

Host Old_Man says:
All: ACK!  Be careful or we'll tip over!  Spread out!

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Sits down in the wagon next to Bailey::

CMO_Sovok says:
Crew: Everyone but Bailey sit on the right.

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Scoots over to sit next to the CO::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Decides it is best to let the CMO do most of the communication with the old man, since they have already established friendly relations::

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: The shifting weight on the wagon levels out.

CMO_Sovok says:
::Smiles at the CTO and looks ahead:: Socoro: How far are we from the village?

Host Old_Man says:
All: Here we go!  Horses: Git up!  ::Slaps the reins and the horses start to move forward pulling the rickety wagon behind::  CMO: About 10 minutes ride from here although with all this extra weight it might take longer.  My horses can only go so fast with this much weight.  ::Smiles::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Leans over to the CMO and whispers::  CMO: A circus troupe?  ::Sighs and shakes his head, cannot decide if he should be angered, amused or impressed::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Turns around and grins at the CO::  Socoro: Works for us.

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Shrugs:: CO: Go with what works.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
CMO: Indeed.

CEO_Spicer says:
::Sits in the back and mumbles about how he wanted to stay on the station::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<Pause Kootenai Mission>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

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