USS Nighthawk, Mission Transcript 10510.08
Mission Number 240
The unclothed truth
Part II

Cast
Sam Hung as Captain Sid Monroe
Tim Schols as Commander Gary Jackson 
Chris Esterhuyse as Commander Varesh
Lilia Perfeito as Commander Alexandra Gomes 
Karriaunna Scotti as Lieutenant Suzianna Storm
Scott McCracken as Lieutenant Ardin G’Dar
Scott Knight as Ensign Trigger

Ship Manager 
Karriaunna Scotti 

Missing in Action 
Jim Koeller as Lieutenant JG Aaron Knight (excused)

NPC’s
Lilia Perfeito as OPS Yel
James Houth as  Sam McGleen and PO Wilson
Karriaunna as Yalp

Summary
	The crew arrived at the Eunum star system and went into orbit around the planet Freedom.  The captain having informed them there might be a slow acting virus among them has been given permission to come down, but by shuttle alone.  (There is a thick particle layer blanketing the planets atmosphere that prohibits safe beaming as well as inhibits full sensor use.)

	While the CTO checked out the ships new baby and the captain and counselor discuss the meaning of their lives, the shuttle arrived on the planet with the away team, including one rather oddly bedraggled CSO, and is greeted by one of the officials.  However, someone had left out a minor detail concerning the inhabitants… the people of this planet wore only their skins... 

Announcements

•	Thanks again to our NPC’s, including James this time.
 Scott K:  viper116@gmail.com, Rob L:  rhm.lemmens@home.nl
•	Missing a few logs… you know who you are.
•	Check the MO for general information on the planet Freedom.

Time Lapse:
	A few minutes to get your balance and of course logs done.

First Officer's log, stardate 10510.08 - We are about to enter the Eunum star system, on our way to a planet named Freedom. Our science teams have been working frantically the past two weeks, to find out anything they can about these bugs we're going to fight. Let's hope what they found out is plenty to prepare for our mission.

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XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Sitting on the bridge in the center chair, looking around::
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Pauses outside the doors to the bug lab::
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Gets out of the TL and into the bridge carrying the latest news on the creature::
aCTO Ens Trigger says:
:: Sitting at the tactical console running diagnostics on the weapon systems::
CIV Storm says:
:: Looking off in the distance, not focused on her current task, disturbed.::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Turns around and nods at Gomes:: OPS: What do you have, Alex?
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
XO: Hello Commander, the investigations are still going on. The news isn’t very good but we know a little bit more than before. Have we made contact with the planet authorities?
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
::takes a deep breath and steps into sensor range for the doors to open, his mind occupied by the revelation that Suzi had made several days ago::

ACTION:  The ship enters the Enum system.  Flight informs the XO their ETA to freedom is 15 minutes.

CSO Lt G`Dar says:
:: Is in his quarters staring at the ceiling::
aCTO Ens Trigger says:
::runs some simulations through the computer to test the readiness of the weapons and shields::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Acknowledges the helm's announcement:: OPS: We're about to.. You are right on que... ::Smiles as he turns to the viewscreen::
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Taps her badge: :*CNS*: Gomes to Varesh
Computer says:
CNS:  Security clearance code.
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
XO: Do you know what you are going to tell them yet?
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Hears the computer and decides to answer Alex first:: *OPS*: Varesh here.
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Shakes head:: OPS: Unfortunately, I do not.. I was thinking about maybe a story that we... Can you check whether there has been any cargo traffic with this planet in the past month?
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
*CNS*: I am back on the bridge. I have the data gathered before but I would like to be here when we enter orbit. So I'll leave you to work with Dr Storm if you don’t mind? Maybe Lt G’Dar can help you as well
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Nods to the XO and checks::

ACTION:  Tactical gets an odd reading on the shield results.

CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
*OPS*: I'm outside the bug lab now, its asking for my clearance code.
aCTO Ens Trigger says:
:: Spots the blip on his console and double checks the shields::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
OPS: If you find things, we'll tell them we have come to check on the source of some sort of bad shipment, taken on one of the freighters.. :: Smiles:: I hope they will go with that...
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
*CNS*Dr Storm should be able to open the door for you ...
CO Capt Monroe says:
:: Stands from his chair and heads out door.::
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
*OPS*: That was going to be my next step. Thanks.
CSO Lt G`Dar says:
:: Lifts a synthahol bottle from the floor and takes a drink::
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Taps his clearance code into the panel by the door, wondering if it will work::
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
XO: Very well sir. They have had a shipment a couple of months ago. They have a history in trading medical goods. We can say we need to investigate their forests and facilities for further contamination

ACTION:  The computer makes the request to the counselor again.

CO Capt Monroe says:
:: Walks onto the bridge::
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
*CNS*If you need anything more from me let me know. Gomes out!
CO Capt Monroe says:
XO: Report
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Sighs:: *CIV*: Varesh to Storm. Suzi, can you open the doors to the lab for me... if you're in there of course.
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
*CSO*: Gomes to G'Dar
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Nods:: OPS: My thoughts exactly.. Do you have a freighter name..? :: Turns to see the captain enter:: CO: Ah, captain, we are about to hail the planet, announce our arrival and purpose here.
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Taps her console::
CO Capt Monroe says:
XO: Ok.
CO Capt Monroe says:
OPS: Open a hailing frequency
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
CO: We're thinking of using some contaminated medical shipment as the purpose of our visit.. We want to find the source.. :: Gets up from the chair and walks to his own console::
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
XO: Yes, the SS Wright. They brought food supplies and took back an assortment of medicines to the nearest Starbase.
CIV Storm says:
:: Looks up and turns to glance at the door.::  Computer, open doors... ::Gives her code.::
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Opens a frequency to the planet:: CO: Hailing frequencies open
aCTO Ens Trigger says:
:: Notes the elevated power readings from the shields and checks on the integrity of the shield emitters::

ACTION:  Hailing frequencies open, voice only.

CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Enters the laboratory, looking around:: CIV: How long have you been sitting here?
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Frowns at the lack of response from the CSO and taps her badge again:: *CSO*: Gomes to G'Dar! :: Checks internal sensors to see where he is::
CO Capt Monroe says:
Planet: This is the USS Nighthawk.  We are here to investigate something that happened in this system.  Please respond
CIV Storm says:
:: Blushes after a quick glance at the chronometer then shrugs.::  CNS:  Anything I can do for you?  :: Her eyes search his face intently.::

ACTION:  The computer shows G'Dar to be in his quarters.
CSO Lt G`Dar says:
Computer: Computer turn off the comm system and lock on to my comm badge and initiate a site to site transport
 Sam McGlen says:
@:: It takes a minute, but then a voice comes back:: COM: Nighthawk: Somethin' happened here? I suppose that's not entirely unexpected... how can we help, USS Nighthawk?
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Walks over to the bench and sits down on one of the stools ranged around it.:: CIV: Well, the Exec asked me to help you with your investigations since, well... I could be of some use; either with research or my genetics or something.
aCTO Ens Trigger says:
:: Smiles at the results of his digging, seems that the shield emitters on the Nighthawk have been augmented to allow for more frequencies and more power to be pumped into them.::
CO Capt Monroe says:
COM: McGlen: There has been an incident near this planet.  Is anyone on your Planet infected in anyway?
CO Capt Monroe says:
OPS: Where is this communication originating?
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Hears the CO and turns around quickly, glancing at Gomes for a moment, then looks back at Monroe::
CIV Storm says:
:: Nods::  CNS:  Yes... the mixed reasons for my being here.  You might be the key to this problem and maybe future ones.  Ummm... :: Turns to pull up her screen.::  I have completed most of the tagging.  Those I have not are the alien genes you have inherited.
 Sam McGlen says:
@COM: Nighthawk: CO: Infected? No... not that I can figure... whatever gave you folks that idea?
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Notices the CSO apparently beamed elsewhere but then he realizes it was only his badge. Then she accesses the ship's internal com system (no matter if its locked off she can access it):: *CSO*: Lt G’Dar I will advise you not to use site to site transport again without my authorization or without it being in an emergency.  We are about to reach the planet and would like the CSO to be on the bridge ASAP! Commander Gomes out!
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Looks at the image:: CIV: Impressive. :: Gives her a sidelong glance:: Suzi... stop worrying about what I think because I can't read you... I don't have the prejudice ingrained into me. Ok?
aCTO Ens Trigger says:
:: Acknowledges the changes to the shields and runs the simulation again::
CO Capt Monroe says:
COM: McGlen, There was reports that a virus was released in this area.
CSO Lt G`Dar says:
:: Hears OPS message and gets up and starts looking for his pants::
CIV Storm says:
CNS:  It is not that it is... :: Bites her tongue.::  Nothing.  Ummm... Have you reviewed your medical files?
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Looks up at the CO:: CO: Sorry for the delay. Checking…
 Sam McGlen says:
@:: The comm on the other end goes silent for a minute, save the very faint sound of questioning on the surface::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Sighs and turns back to his own console, shaking his head::
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Frowns slightly:: CIV: Not recently, why?
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
CO: The communication is originating from the planet.
CO Capt Monroe says:
OPS:  How many people in that area?
Sam McGlen says:
@:: After a minute, the reply comes:: COM: Nighthawk: CO: You sure? We hadn't heard a thing about it...
:: Finding the comm badge, picks it up and carries it off.::
CIV Storm says:
CNS:  Well, I figured some of the work has already been done.  I would be quicker if I did not have to reinvent the wheel.  May I have access to it?
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
CO/XO: The com is originating more precisely from an island, about 500 people live there. They appear to be responsible for communications with outsiders for the time being
CO Capt Monroe says:
COM: McGlen: Well we would like to beam down and check the residents, it is a... :: Pauses then thinks of an excuse:: slow acting virus.
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Shrugs:: CIV: Of course you may, I should have thought of it myself. ::Reaches over and taps in a few commands, his medical information available for her to access::
 Sam McGlen says:
@:: Looks slightly startled, not that it can be seen:: COM: Nighthawk: CO: Whoa, hold on a minute. Uh... beam?
CO Capt Monroe says:
:: Looks up at OPS:: OPS: Technology rating.
CSO Lt G`Dar says:
:: Still searching for his pants::
CIV Storm says:
:: Looks at him intently while he inputs his commands then turns toward the screen.::  CNS:  OK... what have they done so far...
aCTO Ens Trigger says:
:: Configures a few firing patterns to be used automatically upon using certain evasive maneuvers::
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
CIV: Well, Anita was in charge of all that. They tried pretty extensive scanning and extrapolations and stuff. The information that was gathered before the Dokorst did some fiddling around should also be available. And then of course my original DNA sequence too.
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
CO: They are not very fond of technology. They do have access to anything a Federation colony does. But they prefer the so called "natural way"
CIV Storm says:
CNS:  It looks like your ability to go 'invisible' had them most intrigued.  :: Looks at him.::  I find that... fascinating.  Wouldn't mind being able to do that.  It says here though you did not have control of it at the time.  Have you now?
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
aCTO: These are good news for you I suppose, no big guns ...
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Pulls up the status reports from the shuttlebay, in case they would change their plans and go down by shuttle instead::
CO Capt Monroe says:
COM: McGlen: Well we have a vehicle that can go through the atmosphere like a shuttle.
CO Capt Monroe says:
XO: Prepare your away team and take a shuttle.
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Shakes his head:: CIV: I don't have conscious control over the invisibility thing. I have to be seriously angry or some other strong emotion for it to work. The only time it did work without emotional intervention was when we were passing through some field around the Dokorst station.
aCTO Ens Trigger says:
:: Nods to OPS:: OPS: Granted, however I still suggest caution, we don't know what other types of weapons they may have.
Sam McGlen says:
@::a slight pause, as if in silenced discussion, before the reply comes:: COM: Nighthawk: CO: I'll... have someone send you somewhere to settle. :: Closes the com line::
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
aCTO: Judging from their philosophy I think we can expect slings and boomerangs
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Nods:: CO: I'm on it.. :: Nods at Gomes:: OPS: You're with me.. :: Walks towards the exit::
aCTO Ens Trigger says:
:: Chuckles:: OPS: It's not the tool you use, it's how you use it. :: Smiles::
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Looks up at the XO surprised:: XO: Yes sir! :: Quickly asks Yel to take over her station and heads for the TL::
CIV Storm says:
CNS:  Only strong emotions... could some electronic be created that would allow you to fool your system and then you could control that ability?
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Enters the TL:: TL: Shuttlebay.. *CSO/CIV*: Jackson to G'Dar and Storm, report to the Shuttlebay..
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Thinks a moment:: CIV: I haven't considered it, mostly because I don't want to get too dependent on it.
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
XO: We should be very careful. I don’t think the insects are roaming free on the planet but you never know.
aCTO Ens Trigger says:
CO: Sir, weapons and shields show 100% effective.  Permission to go below and check out this new vehicle of ours?
CO Capt Monroe says:
aCTO: Granted, I want a full report on how it works and what it does.
CIV Storm says:
CNS:  But it could be rather useful... :: Frowns::  Yea... I can see the problem from the other side too; especially if Intel discovers your ability.
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Nods:: OPS: Yes, but still.. If anyone could make a difference, it is scientists.. And last time I checked, you are one too.. :: Smiles::
aCTO Ens Trigger says:
CO: Aye captain. :: Secures his console and heads for the TL::
CSO Lt G`Dar says:
XO: I'll be there as soon as i find my pants

ACTION:  As the CSO responds, he trips over his pants.

CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
CIV: Intel can go hang themselves. :: Gets up:: I'll see you when you get back, can't keep the away team waiting.
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Nods:: XO: And we don’t exactly have a weapon to fight these things.... but speaking of scientists. Lt G'Dar was acting rather peculiar earlier when I asked him to report for duty
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
*CSO*: Replicate some new ones, lieutenant, I expect you down there within two minutes.. Jackson out.. :: Turns to Gomes again::
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Frowns as she hears the com about pants::
CIV Storm says:
CNS:  Yes... Varesh...
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Looks closely at Suzi:: CIV: What's bothering you?
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
OPS: I see what you mean.. He has not quite been his normal self lately..
CIV Storm says:
:: Starts to say something only to stop.  Shakes her head.::  CNS:  Nothing…
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
XO: Anyway, I intend to scan for the insects, but also scan the locals if you agree to it. If by any chance they are immune I want to know why
CO Capt Monroe says:
:: Looks around the bridge, and sighs::
CSO Lt G`Dar says:
:: Trips over his pants and hits his head on the floor::
CIV Storm says:
:: Locks up her work and stands to join him.::  CNS:  Ignore me... My head is elsewhere.  I promise I will focus on what is going on.

ACTION:  The CSO sees stars and not the ones out his view port.

XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Nods:: OPS: Certainly.. Get any information you think is necesary.. ::Exits the TL at the shuttlebay and walks over to the nearest shuttle, looking for the flight deck's duty officer::
aCTO Ens Trigger says:
:: Arrives at the shuttle bay and immediately spots the new vehicle::
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Walks over to the door:: CIV: That is the one thing I am NOT going to do. I'm the one in charge of the crew's mental well being, and you are part of the crew at the moment. ::smiles:: I'll walk with you to the shuttle bay.
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Exits as well:: XO: It’s just ... if they know we are scanning them they may not be very happy about it

ACTION:  OPS feels scrabbling up her pant leg.
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Stops and checks what’s trying to climb her leg, trying to control the panic::
CO Capt Monroe says:
::Gets up and heads for the replicator::
CIV Storm says:
:: Locks the doors behind him.::  CNS:  Well... for now, best to ignore my... oddities.
 PO Wilson says:
:: Spies the XO nearing a shuttle, and hurries over:: XO: Can I help ya, c'mander?
CSO Lt G`Dar says:
Aloud: Ouch :: Picks himself up and puts on his pants and heads for the turbolift::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
OPS: Let's see... What reasons would you have to scan? We can of course claim they might be infected..

ACTION:  Yalp makes it way to OPS shoulder with a comm badge in its mouth.

aCTO Ens Trigger says:
:: Grabs a maintenance kit from the main locker and enters the vehicle::
CO Capt Monroe says:
:: Orders a coffee and heads back to the chair::
CIV Storm says:
CNS:  Lead the way there...
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Looks at Wilson:: Wilson: Ah, yes.. Get a shuttlecraft ready for departure in five minutes..
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: takes a deep breathe:: Yalp: Oh its only you ::pets him:: What is it you have there? :: Takes the badge::
PO Wilson says:
 XO: She'll be ready to fly in 3. :: Climbs into the nearest and starts the preflight::
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
CIV: Oddities for now, maybe later I'll call them something else. ::glances at her as they walk along:: Suzi, one thing you must understand of me... I don't give up easily. If I'm determined to cheer you up or get the story out of you... I'm going to do it... no holds barred.
CIV Storm says:
:: Grumbles::  CNS:  You sound just like dad.
CIV Storm says:
:: Enters the nearest turbolift.::
CSO Lt G`Dar says:
:: Enters the turbolift:: Computer: um deck...um..... shuttle
 Computer says:
CSO: Please restate request.
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Gets her tricorder and scans the badge. Sees who it belongs to and shakes her head:: Yalp: Always picking up what we loose ::smiles:: Yalp: I don’t have anything for you again. but I promise a whole cake next time ::pets him more::
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Chuckles:: CIV: I have several "siblings" all through Starfleet... get used to it. If I adopt you as one of my special projects... you have no choice.

ACTION:  Yalp gives OPS a rather soulful look, and then vanishes from sight, Gomes only being able to feel him climbing down.

aCTO Ens Trigger says:
:: Scans the command interfaces of the vehicle to see what it's capable of as it is::
CIV Storm says:
:: Her face becomes very serious as she looks at him just before the turbolift stops.::  CNS:  I think I might like that.
CSO Lt G`Dar says:
Computer:: Take me to the shuttle..... um place.
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Marches up to the XO and waits for the shuttle to be ready:

ACTION:  A slightly bedraggled and wrinkled CSO makes his way to the shuttle bay.

CO Capt Monroe says:
::Sips on his coffee, and sits back:: *XO*: Are you ready to leave yet?
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
::lets her precede him out the lift then walks alongside again:: CIV: Do you have any siblings?
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
*CO*: Another minute, captain. The shuttle is being prepped as we speak.  And I am still awaiting G'Dar and Storm's arrival.
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Looks up at the CSO:: CSO: Aren't we missing something Lt?
CIV Storm says:
CNS:  Maybe... I am not sure yet.
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Looks around to see the CSO enter:: *CO*: Make that just Storm...
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Frowns slightly:: CIV: What is that supposed to mean?
CIV Storm says:
CNS:  I don't know yet...  :: Smiles::  Thanks for seeing me safely here.  I will see about bringing you something back.
 PO Wilson says:
:: Pokes his head out of the shuttle:: XO: She's ready as she's gonna be, c'mander. Jus' say the word.
CO Capt Monroe says:
:: Evilly grins:: *XO*: I see...
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
CIV: I will await it eagerly... as long as its not that acid bug. As for the rest... my door is open if you need to talk.
CIV Storm says:
CNS:  When you are too...  :: Turns, leaving him, greeting the others.::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Nods:: Wilson: Thanks.. :: Walks to the shuttle and enters::
CSO Lt G`Dar says:
:: Looks at OPS blankly::
CO Capt Monroe says:
*XO*: Well by the time you leave I will be old and grey.
 PO Wilson says:
XO: Will ya be flyin' her yerself or would ya like me stickin' around?
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Puzzles the slightly ambiguous statement, shakes his head and heads for the TL again, to head for the bridge::
aCTO Ens Trigger says:
:: Can see that the vehicle is in need of some major improvement, starting with the addition of a few tactical subroutines and a couple of weapons arrays::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Shakes head:: Wilson: You can stay behind for now.. ::Smiles:: Keep another shuttle ready in case the captain wants to send down more teams..
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Hands the CSO his badge:: CSO: Try not to loose it again
PO Wilson says:
XO: Ya got it. :: Is quickly gone, seen only minutes later with his feet poking out from underneath another shuttle::
CSO Lt G`Dar says:
:: Takes the commbadge from OPS and when she turns away from him he makes faces at her::
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
CSO:I do assume that transport was accidental? I mean a SF officer must have his badge all the time when aboard
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
::Takes the pilot seat in the shuttle and looks around to make sure everyone else is aboard before he closes the hatch::
CIV Storm says:
:: Makes her way to the shuttle and climbs in.::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
All: All aboard? :: Waits for three voices to respond::
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Enters the shuttle and takes the seat next to the XO::
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
XO: I hope you don’t mind if I take a front seat?
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
OPS: Not at all. :: Smiles::
CIV Storm says:
XO:  Aye sir...
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Steps off the TL after a short ride to the bridge:: CO: Counselor on deck. ::smiles at his own little joke::
CSO Lt G`Dar says:
:: Sits on the nearest seat::
CO Capt Monroe says:
CNS: Where?  I don't see anyone... Who?
CIV Storm says:
:: Smiles.:: CSO:  Hello sir.
aCTO Ens Trigger says:
:: Pops his head out of the vehicle for a sec:: Wilson: PO!
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Sees, rather than hears the CSO:: All: Alright, here we go then.. :: Closes the hatch and calls the bridge:: *Bridge*: Jackson to the bridge, requesting departure clearance..
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Sighs and goes to one of the consoles:: CO: I will remember that when your next evaluation comes around.
CO Capt Monroe says:
*XO*: really?

ACTION:  The shuttle bay doors open wide to the view of the stars on one side and the planet slowly rotating on a 0 degree axis.
 
PO Wilson says:
:: Startles, and smacks his head on the under siding of the shuttle:: All: Blarg!
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Watches the planet below as they go out to space::
aCTO Ens Trigger says:
Wilson: When you've quite finished using your head as a universal adjusting tool...
CO Capt Monroe says:
:: Chuckles:: CNS: I see, so how are you?
CO Capt Monroe says:
OPS Yel: Clear the away team for departure.
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Ignored the CO's remark and awaits departure clearance, the engines already fired up to lift the shuttle off the deck::
PO Wilson says:
:: Works his way out from under the shuttle with a toolkit and a rather large gooss egg on his forehead, and approaches the ACTO::
OPS Yel says:
:: Nods:: *Shuttle*:  You are clear for departure
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
CO: Let me see. Our guest is a closed book to me, literally. She's distracted by something that has to do with my scans we did, and well... it’s frustrating. Other than that, it’s all happiness and light. Just don't get me started on my love life... or the lack thereof. :: Sighs::
CSO Lt G`Dar says:
CIV: Doctor
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
*Yel*: Acknowledged, see you at our return.. ::Takes the shuttle off the deck gently and moves it to the large opening in the hull, facing the planet::
CO Capt Monroe says:
CNS: You are not the only with problems, my daughter is getting older, faster than I can say her name.
aCTO Ens Trigger says:
Wilson: I need you to lay your hands on a type 3 shuttle fitted phaser array and have it fitted on the stem of this vessel.
CIV Storm says:
CSO: How have you been sir.  I have not seen you around much.

ACTION:  The shuttle lifts from the decking and slips through the shuttle doors that slowly close behind them.
OPS Yel says:
XO*: Bon Voyage. Nighthawk out
CO Capt Monroe says:
CNS: By the time I get back to her she will probably be as old as me.
CSO Lt G`Dar says:
CIV: I’ve been busy
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Turns his chair to face Sid:: CO: I still say we should all dump our problems in a big pile... only thing is, we'll take ours all back because someone else's problems are worse in the end. :: Shakes off his mood:: So how is the mixlette? Already chasing the boys around? :: Grins::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Turns the shuttle to the planet and keeps on a course to take them into low orbit, so they can find a suitable landing site::
 PO Wilson says:
:: Blinks once, no... twice:: ACTO: That's no small order ensign. I can try... but... well, y'know... s'all dependin' on what the guys in OPS decide we need.
CO Capt Monroe says:
CNS: She is 6 years old, but it has only been a year.
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
OPS: Can you scan for a good landing site?

ACTION:  As the shuttle hits Freedoms atmosphere, there is resistance as if  moving through some kind of layer.  Once through, flight smoothes out.

CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Gives a low whistle:: CO: That fast? Lets hope it slows down after a while... ::Doesn't want to contemplate the implications otherwise::
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Nods:: XO: We are in the atmosphere so I can finally scan the surface  properly. They have a landing area on that island. :: Points::
aCTO Ens Trigger says:
Wilson: I have my orders PO and they come from higher up the chain of command than OPS. ::Grins::
CIV Storm says:
:: Curious:: CSO:  With what?

SCENERY:  On the viewscreen appears a water world dotted with many islands. On one of the islands can be seen a landing area lit up.

 PO Wilson says:
:: Just shakes his head:: ACTO: Well, ya been warned, kid I been doin' this longer than I can remember... supply and demand don't know no chain o' c'mand. But I'll give it a go.
CO Capt Monroe says:
CNS: Yeah, that is fast.  With the two weeks I was there we bonded quite well.  How about you?  You have any kids?
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
::Nods:: OPS: Taking us down.. ::Does as he says::
CSO Lt G`Dar says:
IV: Just some projects
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Gives a small smile:: CO: After the news I got this week... probably not. Not that I was planning on having any in the first place.
aCTO Ens Trigger says:
Wilson: Good, I'll be inside. :: Gestures to the vehicle and disappears back into it::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Lands the shuttle a few moments later, after making a pass over the landing site::

ACTION:  The shuttle swiftly finds itself landing on a dirt packed landing pad.

CIV Storm says:
CSO: I read about some of your work.  What are you working on now?
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
XO: Not bad. Could use some smoothing though ::winks::
CSO Lt G`Dar says:
@CIV: Nothing all of my stuff was destroyed on our last mission
CO Capt Monroe says:
CNS: Kids are.... interesting, about a two years ago I didn't want any kids... But now since I have... four kids, I think they are bundles of Joy...
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
@CIV/CSO: Get your tricorders ready. I still don’t know if the insects are loose
 Sam McGlen says:
@:: stands outside the landing area, with a small contingent of what would pass for security people, and watches the shuttle::
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Thinks a moment:: CO: Captain, do you know of the Brailas?
CIV Storm says:
@ ::Stands up to join the others.::

ACTION:  As the shuttle bay doors open, before them they see a slightly wary looking man in his prime and wearing only his birthday suit.  His expression soon turns to annoyance.

XO Cmdr Jackson says:
@:: Shakes head as he secures the systems and gets up::
CO Capt Monroe says:
CNS: Brail...bras...Brasil?  Sure it is a country in the Southern Continent.
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
@:: Discretely scans the environment::
CIV Storm says:
@ :: Blushes as she sees the man and looks away.::
CSO Lt G`Dar says:
@:: Gets out a tricorder::
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
CO: No, the Brailas. :: Sighs:: I didn't think so. It’s a subset of the Betazoid genome. I was just wondering if you had ever heard of them.
 Sam McGlen says:
@:: Motions for his accompaniment to stay back, and takes a few steps toward the shuttle::
CO Capt Monroe says:
CNS: Nope, never heard of it.
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
@::finally looks up at the man:: Self: Natural indeed ...and not bad either
aCTO Ens Trigger says:
:: Sets up a few tactical maneuvers on the flight console while he waits for the PO::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
@:: Looks at the man and frowns slightly, but correcting himself almost instantly, and smiles at the man as if his appearance was as normal as a leaf falling in fall::
Devlon says:
@:: Points a finger at the group.::  All:  You may not step off that shuttle unless properly attired.
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Shrugs:: CO: I was just asking because our specialist is one of them. Basically... they cannot be sensed by us... or half Betazoids as whatever the case may be...
 Sam McGlen says:
@:: Nods, and waves the men to take up a defensive position near the shuttle entrance just in case::

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