USS Nighthawk, Mission Transcript 10602.18
Mission Number 256
Double Trouble in the Hour before Dawn
Part IV

Cast
Sam Hung as Captain Sid Monroe
Tim Schols as Commander Gary Jackson 
Chris Esterhuyse as Commander Varesh 
Lilia Perfeito as Commander Alexandra Gomes
Jim Koeller as Lieutenant JG Aaron Knight 
Scott McCracken as Lieutenant Ardin G’Dar
Scott Knight as LtJg Caelan Trigger
Patrick de Ruiter as LtJg Ar-kol & Ra-kol

Ship Manager 
Karriaunna Scotti 

Missing in Action
none

NPC’s
OPS Yel

Summary
	The Nighthawk was 10 minutes from entering the system they were sent to.  The captain took the time to present various awards and recommendation before they entered into the unknown.  As the command staff returned to their stations, the ship proceeded forward, setting off some kind of a warning system that has brought forth two vessels to greet them: One Romulan, one Ferengii.

Announcements

•	My apologize for getting this out late.  I did not plan to spend the entire day in the hospital: my mother was having surgery.
•	Congrats to all for your various recognitions.  We wanted to get them out before you went into battle.  And you know where the character sheets are for new characters… ::smiles sweetly::
•	I would also like to apologize for those awards we did en mass.  We were trying to rush things and after the fact realized we should not have.
•	Dylan’s e-mail:  dylan@e-llusion.co.za
•	We will be short our XO and OPS this week... if I have that correct.

Time Lapse:
	Five minutes

Captain's Log Stardate 10602.18:  We are approaching the planet which we are heading to.  We are at Red Alert, but we have some unresolved issues that have to be done first.

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OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: On the bridge at her station, maintaining the ship's red alert status::
  CO Capt Monroe says:
:: Steps out of the Ready room:: FCO: Full Stop.
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Sitting in the command chair on the bridge::
FCO LtJG Knight says:
CO:  Aye sir.  :: Brings the NH to a full stop::
CMO Ens Trigger says:
:: In sickbay buzzing around setting things up::
FCO LtJG Knight says:
CO:  Sir, the ship is at full stop.  We are 10 minutes from the planet of destination.
CO Capt Monroe says:
:: Steps beside the Command Chair and hits the comm:: *Shipwide*: All senior staff report to the conference room.
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Sits at the back of the bridge in his usual seat, not too thrilled about going on the away team, but one had to endure the trials of one's commission::
CTO Ens Ra-Kol says:
:: Standing at his console, monitoring the ships readiness::
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
:: In the armory, making the final preparations to the weapons::
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Glances towards the bridge when hearing the com:: Yel: You know what to do
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Heads to the conference room::
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Rises to his feet, and glances around, before heading for the conference room::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Looks up and sideways as Monroe approaches and nods::
CO Capt Monroe says:
:: Walks over to the Conference room::
CMO Ens Trigger says:
:: Hears the shipwide and heads out of sickbay to the TL::
FCO LtJG Knight says:
:: Turns over helm to the aFCO and heads over to the conference room::
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Enters the room following the Captain::
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Enters the room and heads for his habitual seat near the Captain::
CTO Ens Ra-Kol says:
:: Steps away from his console and walks to the conference room::
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Takes a seat::
CO Capt Monroe says:
:: Stands by the window and waits for the rest of the crew to arrive::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Gets up and follows the CO to the conference room::
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
:: Hearing the call from the CO, he nods at the security officers present and heads for the conference room::
FCO LtJG Knight says:
:: Walks over to his seat and sits down::
CSO Lt G`Dar says:
:: Is in his lab analyzing data::
CMO Ens Trigger says:
TL: Bridge. :: Waits for the TL to acknowledge and take him upwards::

ACTION: On sensors, the hint of an energy reading is recorded; however sensors are unable to lock on it.

XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Enters the conference room and looks around for a moment, then joins the CO near the window::
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
:: Enters the TL:: TL: bridge
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Sits down and glances around the room with a small smile::
OPS Yel says:
:: Notices the wink on sensors::*CSO*: Yel to G'Dar. You may want to take a look at something if you are not joining the rest of the senior staff
CTO Ens Ra-Kol says:
:: Entering the room he takes a seat and nods at the crew present::
CSO Lt G`Dar says:
*OPS*: Alright, patch it through
CMO Ens Trigger says:
:: Steps onto the bridge then makes a bee line to the conference room::
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
:: Leaves the TL and walks calmly to the conference room::
OPS Yel says:
*CSO*: As you wish. It’s a tiny spec of energy, looks almost like a sensor glitch. I can't get a lock :: Passes the sensor readings to the lab where the CSO is::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
CO: The calm before the storm, you think? :: Looks out at the stars::
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Nods at those arriving, waiting to know what this is about, in the middle of such a complicated mission::
CTO Ens Ra-Kol says:
:: Looks at the door as he feels his brother close by::
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
:: Entering the room he takes a seat near his brother::
CO Capt Monroe says:
:: Waits:: XO: Yes, it is very calm
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Takes his eyes from the stars and looks around the room instead:: CO: I think we are just about assembled...
CMO Ens Trigger says:
:: Quietly takes a seat::
CO Capt Monroe says:
:: Looks around the room, and nods, walks to the front of the room:: All: Where is Lieutenant G'Dar?
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Walks to one of the still vacant seats near the front and takes a seat::
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
CO: I haven't seen him on the bridge
CSO Lt G`Dar says:
:: Receives the data from OOPS:: interesting *OPS Yel*:  I can’t get the sensors to get an exact lock on it, i can get you a rough area ::Sends the data  to the ops console::
CO Capt Monroe says:
*CSO*: Can you please join us in the Conference room?
FCO LtJG Knight says:
:: Leans over:: CNS:  You're awfully quiet today.
OPS Yel says:
:: Observes the data, finding it not that useful and keeps trying to track the energy source with the sensors:: *CSO*: Acknowledged. Yel out
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Smiles slightly:: FCO: You know how much I love going on Away Teams. Gary in his infinite wisdom has me going on this one.
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
FCO: So I'm just sitting here in introspective silence...
CMO Ens Trigger says:
:: Sits quietly and watches the others in the room::
FCO LtJG Knight says:
CNS:  What are you talking about.....you're always the first to throw your hat in the ring for AT's.  :: Grins::
CTO Ens Ra-Kol says:
:: Waits patiently for the captain to start the meeting::
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
FCO: Will you come riding in with your shining white shuttle and bail me out?
CO Capt Monroe says:
:: Stands in front of the room:: All: I know you all are wondering what is going on?  Well this part is going to be hard to explain.  But I want you all to know that there is something wrong.
CSO Lt G`Dar says:
*CO*: On me way. :: Exits his office and heads for the nearest turbolift::
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
:: Raises an eyebrow::
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Sits back frowning:: Self: this should be interesting
FCO LtJG Knight says:
Self:  Wrong?
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Takes his PADD and starts making notes::
OPS Yel says:
*XO*: I am sorry to disturb your conference but there is something on sensors. A small energy spike. It does not appear to be moving yet I cant get a precise lock on it or know its source
CTO Ens Ra-Kol says:
:: Picks up his padd and brings up the sketchy details they have so far::
CMO Ens Trigger says:
:: Sits and listens intently::
CO Capt Monroe says:
All: Let me see where to start.  Ensign Ar'kol step up here.
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
:: Stands up and walks forward to the captain, wondering what's going on::
CO Capt Monroe says:
CTO: Stand up straight!  No slouching.
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Quietly:: *Yel*: I'll join you as soon as I can, just give me a few minutes.. If anything happens in the mean time, please keep me informed..
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
:: In front of the captain he stands at attention::
CSO Lt G`Dar says:
:: Exits the turbolift onto the bridge and heads for the conference room::
OPS Yel says:
*XO*: Will do. Yel out :: Concentrates on sensors again::
CO Capt Monroe says:
:: Smiles:: CTO: Ensign Ar'kol, your knowledge in tactics and stealth is outstanding, You are a huge asset to this ship and her crew.  I am proud to promote you to Lieutenant Junior Grade, with all the ranks and privileges that come with it.  Congratulation Lieutenant
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Raises her eyebrows::
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Raises an eyebrow, then applauds politely:: CTO: Congratulations, Lieutenant.
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
:: Opens his mouth, then closes it again. After thinking for a moment he says:: CO: This is an unexpected pleasure sir
CMO Ens Trigger says:
Self: And I thought he was getting fired.
CO Capt Monroe says:
:: Pulls a box out his jacket and hands it to the Lieutenant:: CTO: It is well deserved.
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
CO: To be honest, I’m not quite sure how i have earned that on this ship sir :: Takes the box::
CO Capt Monroe says:
CTO: Ensign Ra-Kol, step forward.
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Whispers only loud enough for him to hear:: CTO Ar-Kol: Congratulations Lt
CTO Ens Ra-Kol says:
:: Looks at his brother as he shares the mixture of feelings and stands up to walk to the captain::
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
:: Walks back to his seat, baffled by what just happened here:: OPS: Thank you sir
CO Capt Monroe says:
CTO Ra-Kol: Now drop down and give me twenty.
CTO Ens Ra-Kol says:
:: Raises an eyebrow and looks at the captain without moving:: CO: Sir?
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Glances over at Aaron, raising his eyebrow in question::
CMO Ens Trigger says:
:: Smirks and remains silent::
CO Capt Monroe says:
CTO Ra-Kol: Just kidding.  Ensign Ra-kol, you are the other half of your brother.  You are a huge asset to this ship and her crew.  I am proud to promote you to Lieutenant Junior Grade, with all the ranks and privileges that come with it.  Congratulation Lieutenant
FCO LtJG Knight says:
:: Whispers:: CNS:  It's not often you see the Captain's sense of humor.
CSO Lt G`Dar says:
:: Enters the conference room::
CTO Ens Ra-Kol says:
:: Takes the pips and salutes the captain:: CO: Thank you sir. Would you care to elaborate on what i and my brother have done to earn this?
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Nods and whispers back:: FCO: I've been on this ship for several years, and you are right... its rare.
CO Capt Monroe says:
CTO: Hard work and dedication.  That is all it is
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
CTO: Congratulations, Lieutenant.
CO Capt Monroe says:
CMO: Front and center.
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
CTO Ra-Kol: Congratulations as well lt
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Nods at both CTOs, his face expressionless, half of his mind on the away mission already::
CTO Ens Ra-Kol says:
:: Nods and walks back to his place, still not sure what they did to earn this:: CNS / OPS: Thank you sirs
CMO Ens Trigger says:
:: Snaps his head up toward the CO before standing and making his way forward::
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
:: Looking at the people in this room he sees some... mixed feelings on them receiving this promotion::
CMO Ens Trigger says:
:: Stands in front of the CO to attention::
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Notices the CSO arriving late and nods at him with a disapproving glance::
CO Capt Monroe says:
CMO: Ensign Trigger your constant commitment to this ship and her crew is monumental. I am proud to promote you to Lieutenant Junior Grade, with all the rank and privileges that come with the rank.  Congratulations Lieutenant Trigger.
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Nods as the Captain speaks::
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Turns to the doctor she barely knows and smiles at his good fortune as well::
CTO Ens Ra-Kol says:
:: Sits down and tries to pretend like nothing happened::
CMO Ens Trigger says:
:: Smiles a little then takes the pips and salutes the CO:: CO: Thank you sir.
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
CMO: Congratulations, Lieutenant.
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Congratulates the CMO as well::
CO Capt Monroe says:
CMO: Congratulations. CSO: Front and Center
CTO Ens Ar-Kol says:
:: Nods at the CMO with a smile::
CMO Ens Trigger says:
:: Nods with a smile to the CNS as he makes his way back to his seat::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Nods at the CMO, still not entirely with the proceedings::
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
~~~FCO: Think this is for the last mission?~~~
FCO LtJG Knight says:
:: Shrugs::  ~~~CNS:  Have no clue.~~~
CMO Ens Trigger says:
:: Takes his seat and fastens his pip to his collar::
CSO Lt G`Dar says:
:: Looks up::
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
~~~FCO: Idle speculation...~~~
CO Capt Monroe says:
CSO: Come on up.
CSO Lt G`Dar says:
:: Comes up::
CO Capt Monroe says:
CSO:  Lieutenant G'Dar, your research and development with the Admiral has help us in finding quick and timely resolutions. I am please to award you with an Admiral's letter of Commendation.  Congratulations Lieutenant!
CSO Lt G`Dar says:
Thank you, sir
CO Capt Monroe says:
:: Hands the Lieutenant a paper::
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Looks at the CSO and CO keeping her thoughts to herself::
CO Capt Monroe says:
OPS: Commander, Front and Center.
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Raises her eyebrows and regains her posture. gets up and faces the Captain looking him in the eyes::
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
CO: sir
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
~~~FCO: I swear, if he tries to pin something on me or hand me another commendation, I'm going to do something to him.~~~ ::puts a laugh into his words::
CO Capt Monroe says:
CSO: Commander Gomes your intuitive nature and hard work is vital to this crew.  I am glad you are aboard.  I am also pleased to award you with a Commendation for Excellence.  Congratulation Commander.
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Nods accepting the commendation:: CO: Again, I am only doing my duty. And I am proud to accomplish it with this crew. :: Nods to the CO, then XO, then the rest and takes a seat::
CTO LtJG Ra-Kol says:
:: Nods at the CSO::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Nods at Gomes as she returns to her seat::
CO Capt Monroe says:
CNS: Counselor.  :: Puts his hands in his pocket and grabs a box::
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
CO: Captain? :: Gets up and takes the one step to put him in front of the Commanding Officer::
CTO LtJG Ar-Kol says:
:: Nods at the CNS.. a lot of nodding going on here, but he needs some time to sort out what exactly this crew means to him::
CO Capt Monroe says:
CNS: Commander Varesh, your timely intervention to prevent a mass destruction of the Nighthawk is greatly appreciated.  Putting your life on the line.  I am proud to award you a Purple Heart.  Congratulations Counselor.
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Claps aloud at the well deserved medal::
CO Capt Monroe says:
:: Hands the Counselor a box::
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Breaks protocol:: CNS: Next time just try not to make us worry so much.
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
CO: Thank you Captain... it should have been a post humors award in reality. :: Takes the medal:: But I would like to remind you your psych evaluation is due. :: Smiles sweetly::
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Grins at Alex:: OPS: I will try.
CO Capt Monroe says:
CNS: Oh it is?  You will probably want to check Commander Jackson first. :: Smiles::
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Smiles back::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Looks up at the CO, after hearing his name::
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Sits down:: CO: Oh, I firmly believe in starting at the top, sir.
CO Capt Monroe says:
CTO/CMO/FCO/CNS/XO:  Front and center.
CMO LtJG Trigger says:
:: Stands and wonders why he's being called up this time::
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Stands again::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Gets up and looks around, then steps forward to the CO::
CTO LtJG Ra-Kol says:
:: Gets up and stands at attention::
FCO LtJG Knight says:
:: Stands::
CO Capt Monroe says:
CTO/CMO/FCO/CNS/XO: Lieutenant Ar'kol, Lieutenant Trigger, Lieutenant Knight, Commander Varesh, Commander Jackson your intervention in the last mission to stop a massive infection on a world, has saved a world from getting infected. I am proud to award you all with an Axanar Humanitarian Award.
CTO LtJG Ar-Kol says:
:: Stands and waits for things to happen::
CMO LtJG Trigger says:
Self: a what?
CTO LtJG Ra-Kol says:
:: Wonders what kind of award that is. Not a standard Starfleet one::
CO Capt Monroe says:
:: Shakes the hands of the officers::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Shakes hands with the CO::
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Shake the CO's hand::
CTO LtJG Ar-Kol says:
:: Shakes hands with the receivers of the award and smirks as he shakes hands with his brother::
CO Capt Monroe says:
All: Congratulation all.  Now back to the mission at hand.  XO: Have you made your team?
CMO LtJG Trigger says:
:: Shakes everyone else’s hands since they all seem to be doing it::
CTO LtJG Ra-Kol says:
:: Shakes the hands that are extended to him::
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Winks at Aaron:: ~~~FCO: Wanna see my medal collection sometime?~~~
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
::Nods:: CO: I have.. Commander Gomes and commander Varesh will join me and the security team..
FCO LtJG Knight says:
~~~CNS:  No thanks.  Going to head back to the bridge.~~~
CO Capt Monroe says:
XO: Very well.  Prepare your team.  You depart when we reach the planet.
CO Capt Monroe says:
All: If there is no more questions, you are all dismissed.
CTO LtJG Ra-Kol says:
:: Shakes hands with the FCO:: FCO: Congrats sir
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Looks closer:: FCO: Anything wrong? That was just a joke.
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Glad to be going back to work. She gets up knowing her tricorder and phaser will be waiting for her either on the TR or shuttle room::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Nods:: CO: And just so you know, at the start I got a call from Yel.. Something about sensor data..
CMO LtJG Trigger says:
:: Stands and turns to leave the conference room::
FCO LtJG Knight says:
:: Returns handshake:: CTO:  Congratulations to you as well.  It was well earned.
OPS Yel says:
:: Still on the bridge looking over that energy spike::
FCO LtJG Knight says:
CNS:  Not at all.  :: Heads out toward the bridge::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Nods at the CO, then turns around leaves quickly, making his way to the bridge::
CO Capt Monroe says:
:: Nods:: XO: Ok.
FCO LtJG Knight says:
:: Makes his way over to the helm and relieves the aFCO::
CTO LtJG Ra-Kol says:
:: Walks to the bridge to his console, making sure everything the AT needs is in perfect working order::
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Looks at Aaron's retreating back::
CMO LtJG Trigger says:
:: Gets into the TL and takes it down to his quarters::
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Follows the XO::
CTO LtJG Ar-Kol says:
:: Walks off the bridge, back to the armory to make sure the last details are looked after::
CO Capt Monroe says:
:: Walks to the Window and watches the stars::
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Enters the bridge behind all the others, then walks over to Gary:: XO: Shall I go prepare a shuttle?
OPS Yel says:
:: Watches the XO enter the bridge:: XO: No news on that energy reading
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Nods:: CNS: We will be down there momentarily.. :: Walks over to Yel:: 
CMO LtJG Trigger says:
:: Walks into his quarters and puts his boxes away in the wardrobe before heading for his office::
CO Capt Monroe says:
:: Walks back to the bridge::
FCO LtJG Knight says:
CO:  Sir shall I continue holding our position?
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Exits the bridge without another word and heads for the shuttle bay::
CO Capt Monroe says:
FCO: No. Continue on course.
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Nods at Yel:: Yel: Keep it up then.. The captain will be.. Ah, there he is.. :: Nods at Yel and turns to Gomes:: OPS: Shall we then?
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
:: Glances at the sensors readings on the way to the TL, hoping that energy reading turns out to be a glitch::
FCO LtJG Knight says:
CO:  Aye sir.  :: Engages engines and resumes course::  ETA in 10 minutes.
CMO LtJG Trigger says:
:: Arrives at his office and takes a seat behind his desk... after quickly going over in his head what just happened he finally speaks::
 
Scenery: An eerie silence pervades the area as it pretty much had over the past week. The usually busy comm from an active Federation are missing her in this century’s dead civilization.
CTO LtJG Ra-Kol says:
:: Pulls up the readings they have on the system they're in, and tries to asses any threats coming from outside the planet::

ACTION: As the Nighthawk passes the perimeter, OPS picks up a signal suddenly being transmitted.

CMO LtJG Trigger says:
Computer: Open Personal log Stardate 10602.18 and begin recording.
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Exits the TL and heads for the shuttle standing in readiness, enters the vessel and starts the pre-flight inspection::
OPS Yel says:
CO: Incoming signal
CO Capt Monroe says:
OPS Yel: Let's hear it
OPS Yel says:
:: Puts it on speakers::
CTO LtJG Ar-Kol says:
:: Walks into the armory and takes out a random weapon and inspects it::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
:: Enters the TL with Gomes::
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
Computer: shuttlebay

ACTION: On the speakers a series of tones can be heard for a moment before going silent.

CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
:: Pauses a moment and checks his personal weapons::
OPS Cmdr Gomes says:
XO: What shall we be expecting?
CO Capt Monroe says:
OPS Yel: translate it, and find out what I am suppose to hear.
OPS Yel says:
CO: If it’s anything intelligible, the UT is having trouble with it
CTO LtJG Ra-Kol says:
:: Listens to the strange noises. As soon as the noises stop he feeds them to the computer to see if there's a pattern::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
OPS: Anything We know little to nothing about this place. Basically, we are going to do a recon mission, get to know the terrain and locate possible targets. Gather as much intelligence as we can...
OPS Yel says:
:: Runs all the known algorithms to try and translate the message, should there be one::

ACTION: Sensors pick up two vessels approaching from inside the system.  One Romulan, one Ferengii.

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