USS Nighthawk Mission Transcript 10801.12
Mission Number for NH 336 
Shooting Stars III
 
Cast of the USS Nighthawk crew
Tim Schols as Commander Gary Jackson
Chris Esterhuyse as Commander Varesh
Scott Knight as Lieutenant Junior Grade Caelan Trigger
Lília Perfeito as Lieutenant Christina van den Tulpen
Jim Koeller as Lieutenant Aaron Knight 
Karriaunna Scotti as Lieutenant Brianna Rose

Ship Manager 
Karriaunna Scotti

NPC
Karriaunna Scotti as BReger

Missing in Action 
Sam Hung as Captain Sid Monroe (wrong start date)
Patrick Mickle as Lieutenant Junior Grade Rand Al’Thor 
Joseph Leonard as Ensign Anthony Carter 

Summary:  
	The XO has taken an away team over to the alien vessel to discuss possible relationships.  On the Nighthawk, the counselor has a captive audience as he talks with the CTO about what might be leading to health issues.  The CEO works toward tracing down the issue of the alien device found and the SO finds more and more to worry as she looks over the data and the star before them cooling down a million times faster then possible into a dead, black dwarf.

Time Lapse:
     2 days…

Mission Facts:
	The race you saw, are short, very muscular and rather hairy.  When you think of a race that comes from a very high gravity world, you have an idea of what type of people might live there.

Announcements:
•	Got some missing logs out there, twould be nice to get some of ye caught up some.
•	Because we are almost at a good stopping spot for this arc, we will do so next mission and about half way in, slip into the mirror wide.
1.	It was decided the NH will be a recruited group and we will spend the next few missions on character development.
2.	Consider what your character is like in the wide, and please email that to me ASAP, that will give us an idea of where to start out with everyone.  We will not be stretched out across vast space but within an area that is relatively easily to get to.  Some of your characters may be on the same world, in-between or by yourself. 
3.	To help everyone out, write a character intro.  If you are going to use a character other then the one on the NH, please also create a character bio to be sent out.

Last mission on Nighthawk:

The ships orders were altered to have them check out a star that was going supernova before its time.  When the crew arrived, they discovered they were not the only ship in the neighborhood, there were others.
From their communiqué with the unknown aliens, they got the gist of the idea that they may have caused the sun to die before its time for the purpose of mining its elements and that they wanted the Nighthawk to depart as they had laid claim to this solar system and its star.
On the screen, the aliens were covered with hair and appear to be very short and stocky in appearance.  The translator has worked out their language.  Interesting enough, these aliens used a binary code to create a picture to start off the introductions.
The CEO was lead by Three to Yalp where they show him a panel in one of the less frequently used conduits.  There, he finds a device that has been redirecting information around the ship.  He has begun to remove it.
The CTO has fallen unconscious on the bridge and is being led down to medical by the counselor and SO, while the rest of the bridge crew prepare for a first contact mission.

First Officer's Log, Stardate 10801.12 - After having discovered that a nearby star was about to go nova, we have headed that way. Upon arrival, we discovered the supernova process had somehow been halted, and we discovered an as of yet unknown species. First contact procedures are being implemented.

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CSO Lt Tulpen says:
::on th bridge compiling the last data received from the star::
SO Lt Rose says:
:: In sickbay, having taken Trigger there, looking with concern at Varesh::
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
::checks the readouts of the medical scanner:: Computer: Initiate a micro-cellular scan.
CTO LtJG Trigger says:
::lying on a bio bed not saying much::
 XO Cmdr Jackson says:
::Sitting in the central chair making up his mind:: CSO: Contact those aliens again, ask them whether they agree with a meeting on our ship, or theirs, whichever they prefer...
FCO Lt Knight says:
::checks and maintains their current position::
 
Scenery: Outside the ship lies the star, slowly getting dimmer and dimmer, skipping millions of years of cooling time.

CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
SO: Did you see what happened before he collapsed?
CSO Lt Tulpen says:
COM: Alien vessel: Unknown vessel, this is the Nighthawk again. We would like to meet with you to discuss the current situation
 XO Cmdr Jackson says:
::Quickly glances over the protocol to be sure he's going about it the right way, not wanting to make a mistake in a matter of such importance::
SO Lt Rose says:
CNS: He just started looking pale.
SO Lt Rose says:
:: picks up one of his strands of hair which she normally braided for him before mission.::  CNS:  He did come to the bridge late.
CSO Lt Tulpen says:
XO: The star is cooling very rapidly, so it definitely skipped the nova state and is advancing very rapidly to a white dwarf. So fast that this can not be the work of a single compound like trilithium. It looks like an active process somehow
 XO Cmdr Jackson says:
::Nods:: CSO: Keeps scanning the star, as well as the space around it and us.. Maybe there is another external force at work, controlled by these aliens..
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
::frowns:: SO: Have you noticed anything about his behavior lately? I've been trying to get him in for his annual eval, but didn't want to make it an order. We've all been so busy, its difficult to make appointments sometimes.
CSO Lt Tulpen says:
::nods and starts looking for something further which may be interfering with the star::
CSO Lt Tulpen says:
XO: My hail hasn't been answered yet. Perhaps they got tired of talking
 BReger says:
@ :: After a brief talk with his advisor, finally nods for them to open communication.::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
CSO: In which case a meeting won't be likely either... When you have a moment, see whether what they did is reversible...
 BReger says:
@ COMM: Nighthawk: If you will send us your physiological needs, we will prepare a place for you to meet aboard our vessel.
CSO Lt Tulpen says:
XO: I suppose I spoke too soon ::puts the com on speakers::
SO Lt Rose says:
:: Looks at the counselor, trying to relay something to him that Trigger has been avoiding counseling, without having to say it out loud.::
CSO Lt Tulpen says:
XO: Why should we want to reverse what they did? If they have a true claim to this system they should be able to mine it
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
SO: Let me guess. He's been eating badly, having nightmares, difficulty concentrating sometimes?
 XO Cmdr Jackson says:
::Looks up as he hears the sound:: COM: BReger: We will send you our needs, prepare to receive our data transmission. Let's agree to meet in 15 minutes?
SO Lt Rose says:
:: Looks down and nods::
 BReger says:
@COMM: Nighthawk:  Agreed.  ::with a nod of his head, the screen goes blank::
 XO Cmdr Jackson says:
CSO: Send them our atmospherically requirements. I doubt we will need much more than that... And if they do hold a claim to this system, obviously we should respect that...
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
Computer: Stop scan and check for fatigue and metabolic imbalances.
SO Lt Rose says:
CNS: Ye think it be that simple?
CSO Lt Tulpen says:
::nods at the XO and sends the atmospheric and pressure specifications for the general crew::
 
ACTION: The CSO gets a signal that it has been received.

CSO Lt Tulpen says:
XO: The specifications were sent and have been received
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
::loads a hypospray:: SO: That is the physical treatment - I'm afraid I will have to insist he comes and sees me very soon.
SO Lt Rose says:
:: Nods::
 XO Cmdr Jackson says:
::Nods:: CSO: Good.. Let's prepare to head over... ::Turns to the FCO:: FCO: Lieutenant Knight, you're with us as well.. CSO/FCO: Report to the transporter room in 5 minutes. Unfortunately, there is no time to change to dress uniform, even though protocol dictates we use it...
FCO Lt Knight says:
XO:  Understood.  ::stands up and nods for his replacement, before heading to the TL::
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
SO: But a complete check-up won't be completely amiss. ::starts various scans and takes a few readings while he waits for the injection to start working::
CSO Lt Tulpen says:
XO: Aye
CSO Lt Tulpen says:
::taps her badge::*SO*: Gomes to Rose
SO Lt Rose says:
CNS: I should probably return to… :: pauses to answer the call::
SO Lt Rose says:
*CSO*: Yes, ma'am?
 XO Cmdr Jackson says:
::Gets up and walks towards the back of the bridge, to make a quick stop at the ready room::
CSO Lt Tulpen says:
*SO*: I am going with Commander Jackson to a first contact mission. If you can I would like you to take science, if not possible send one of the crewmen
SO Lt Rose says:
:: figured she should probably return to the bridge.::  *CSO*: I am on my way up.
CSO Lt Tulpen says:
*SO*: Thank you. And how is Lt Trigger?
FCO Lt Knight says:
::listens to the hum of the TL as his mind wanders::
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
~~~FCO: You heading over to the other ship?~~~
SO Lt Rose says:
:: Heading out of medical with a backward glance::  *CSO*: I think he just needs a bit of rest and he will be fine.  The counselor has him in hand.
SO Lt Rose says:
:: steps onto the lift ad orders it to the bridge.::
FCO Lt Knight says:
~~~CNS:  Yeah, you joining us V?~~~
 XO Cmdr Jackson says:
::Enters the RR and quickly downloads the navigational and demographic data of the region onto a padd::
CSO Lt Tulpen says:
*SO*: That is good to hear. Good luck here on the ship, and keep an eye on that star. I haven't been able to figure out exactly how they managed to speed up the ageing of the star, or why
CSO Lt Tulpen says:
::walks to the turbo lift:: Computer: Transporter room 1
SO Lt Rose says:
*CSO*: To be blunt, I find the idea that someone can do that rather frightening.
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
~~~FCO: Sadly not. I have to look after Trigger and get him treated. Be careful over there and you know I'm just a thought away.~~~
CTO LtJG Trigger says:
::stirs::
CSO Lt Tulpen says:
*SO*: I agree, that is why this first contact mission is all the more complicated
CSO Lt Tulpen says:
::exits the lift and finds the nearest equipment room to get a phaser and a tricorder, though she is not sure Gary wants them to be armed::
SO Lt Rose says:
:: As the lift stops, she steps off and heads over to science and logs in.::
 XO Cmdr Jackson says:
::Leaves the RR and heads for the turbolift, ordering it to the transporter room::
FCO Lt Knight says:
::steps out of the TL and heads to the TR::
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
::looks down at the CTO and injects him with a stimulant:: CTO: Wake up, sleeping beauty.
FCO Lt Knight says:
~~~CNS:  Well, I'll just have to tell you all about it.~~~
CTO LtJG Trigger says:
::hears the counselor’s voice and sits bolt upright:: CNS: What happened?
SO Lt Rose says:
::Notes Gary walk by, his mind elsewhere and then turns back to her console and begins to pull up current telemetry::
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
~~~FCO: Over dinner? Its been a while since we sat down and talked.~~~
FCO Lt Knight says:
::enters the TR and sees he is the first to arrive::
 XO Cmdr Jackson says:
::Arrives at the transporter room and enters, seeing both Knight and Van den Tulpen already arrived:: CSO/FCO: Good, you're both here... ::Puts the padd away, and takes a phaser for himself; better safe than sorry::
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
CTO: You passed out on the bridge. Almost smacked your face on your console too.
FCO Lt Knight says:
~~~CNS:  Sure.  As long as we're done by 2000 hrs.  I'm supposed to meet up with Aidan in the holodeck at that time.~~~
CSO Lt Tulpen says:
XO: I take it then we should be armed?
CTO LtJG Trigger says:
CNS: Next time I'll aim a little better, might wake me up. ::swings his legs off the bed::
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
~~~FCO: OK. I'll see you when you get back.~~~
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
::pushes Trigger back onto the biobed:: CTO: Not so fast, mister. You are exhausted and my captive audience.
 XO Cmdr Jackson says:
CSO/FCO: Just the one phaser.. And make sure you don't hide it, it'll make us look bad if they find them.. Keep them visible, but secured. ::Puts his phaser behind his belt, on his right::
FCO Lt Knight says:
XO:  Are you requiring us to take one Commander?
CTO LtJG Trigger says:
CNS: Oh come on Counselor, I took a dizzy spell but I'm fine now. ::sits up again::
 XO Cmdr Jackson says:
::Steps onto the pad and looks at the others to see whether they are ready:: FCO: I don't expect trouble, but I have been wrong before.. Yes, please, take one.. Just in case I am wrong..
CSO Lt Tulpen says:
::nods and puts the phaser in a visible belt holding place, then steps on the pad::
FCO Lt Knight says:
XO:  Understood.  ::grabs a phaser and steps up onto the pad::
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
CTO: Don't make me get all doctor on you. You have been avoiding me and I'm not going to let you anymore. Sit. ::raises an eyebrow and looks very stern::
 XO Cmdr Jackson says:
::Nods first at the CSO, then at the FCO, before turning to the transporter chief:: TC: Your have the coordinates set.. Energize.
 
ACTION: The ATeam is beamed aboard the alien vessel.
 
@Scenery: As the AT arrive, the feel a tremendous weight pulling them down.  It is manageable, but very tiring.  The atmosphere is a good mix.  They are in a rather large, unadorned room except with table half the size they were used to and many child-sized chairs.  The ceiling is only 2 meters tall.

FCO Lt Knight says:
@::lifts his leg up and down::  XO/CSO:  Well, looks like our lower extremities should get a good workout.  ::looks around::
CTO LtJG Trigger says:
CNS: Look, I am a doctor, I know what's wrong with me and I'm treating it. And you might want to put that down before you have someone's eye out. ::motions to the eyebrow::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
@::Looks around the place, already feeling what his first mistake was:: Self: Should have taken anti-grav belts... CSO/FCO: Seems that way.. Interesting place...
CSO Lt Tulpen says:
@::nods at the FCO:: FCO/XO: It also explains why they are so short
FCO Lt Knight says:
@XO/CSO:  You'd think they would have someone here to meet us.
 
@ACTION:  A brass handle on a door, off toward the middle of one of the walls swings open to admit a dozen people of various ages, but all male and all of height around a meter.

CSO Lt Tulpen says:
@FCO/XO: That is strange indeed ... ah here we are
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
CTO: And the saying goes that a doctor who treats himself has a fool for a patient. ::he grins though:: But you're not getting away from me. I want to know what is wrong. Consider this an official counseling session.
 XO Cmdr Jackson says:
@::Nods:: FCO: I had expected that.. ::Takes a few steps through the room to see whether there's anything else to be seen, other than the chairs and table::
FCO Lt Knight says:
@::looks as the door opens and watches those entering:: 
 XO Cmdr Jackson says:
@::Looks to see the parade of short people entering the room, feeling a bit out-numbered::
 BReger says:
@ :: As they all get a good look at the strangers, they stop with a frown, those behind him almost knocking him over.::
CTO LtJG Trigger says:
CNS: I'm afraid I can't tell you counselor, you know the rules regarding doctor - patient confidentiality. ::grins::
CSO Lt Tulpen says:
@::looks a bit confused and waits for the XO to make the first move::
FCO Lt Knight says:
@XO/CSO:  Anyone else feeling a bit claustrophobic?  ::grins::
CSO Lt Tulpen says:
@FCO: Looks at the ceiling:: FCO: Now that you mention it ....
 XO Cmdr Jackson says:
@::Shakes head, and instead turns to the short people:: BReger: Greetings.. I am commander Gary Jackson, first officer of the Federation starship Nighthawk...
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
CTO: I'm sorry, but that is not good enough. Besides, I can get your medical records if I want to. ::he sighs and sits on the biobed opposite.:: Listen, I can't make you talk, but I do want to help you. Something has been eating at you for months.
 XO Cmdr Jackson says:
@::Points to the CSO:: BReger: This is my science officer, lieutenant Van den Tulpen. ::Points to the FCO:: And this is my flight control officer, lieutenant Knight.
 BReger says:
@ :: Looks at the man who just spoke, his eyes narrowing, then turns to the one speaking to him.::  XO: I am BReger, the current leader of this expedition.
CTO LtJG Trigger says:
::mutters under his breath:: Self: More like years.
FCO Lt Knight says:
@::looks at BReger and nods::
 BReger says:
@ :: Looks behind him at the others::  XO: You need not worry about the others here.  :: He motions for everyone to take a seat.::
CSO Lt Tulpen says:
@::waits for the XO to make the first move::
FCO Lt Knight says:
@Self:  Well if we don't need to worry about them, why are they here?
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
::raises his eyebrow again:: CTO: Did I mention I have super hearing. ::smiles:: You can't carry on like this.
 BReger says:
@ :: As everyone takes his seat, he reaches over to a small brass bell and rings it.  After a moment, a bokian, a small reptilian type creature, comes in quietly with a tray of food.::
 XO Cmdr Jackson says:
@::Takes a seat as gestured, finding his knees coming up a bit more than usual::
FCO Lt Knight says:
@::sits down after the others....the chair reminding him of his school days::
CSO Lt Tulpen says:
@::sits as well, feeling awkward in a chair she barely fits in and with her knees bent;;
 
@ACTION: Silence reigns in the room as the refreshments are handed out.

FCO Lt Knight says:
@::nods, but passes on the refreshments::
CTO LtJG Trigger says:
CNS: Listen, I've lasted this long... besides, the underlying problem appears to have been resolved, I just need to get past the withdr... I just need to get used to not having the problems.
 
@ ACTION: The man next to the FCO frowns as he passes on the refreshment, then turns to look in concern at BReger.

CSO Lt Tulpen says:
@::looks down suspiciously at the cup given to her and wonders if they would take it wrongly if she scanned the stuff::
 BReger says:
@ :: Notices the problem and looks sternly at the stranger.::
 XO Cmdr Jackson says:
@::Like Knight, he passes on the refreshments, not liking the way they look much:: BReger: Would you mind if I got straight to the point? We are a bit curious about how you managed to get the star so cold so quickly...
SO Lt Rose says:
::Shakes her head at the data::  Whoa... this just get better and better...
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
::practically jumps on the word, but uses some tact:: CTO: That's something. But you really don't have to do this alone. You don't have to tell me everything, but at least let me help.
FCO Lt Knight says:
@::notices the man frowns but turns his attention toward the XO and BReger::
 BReger says:
@ :: Looks at the leader who apparently is also ignoring the food and is now talking to him.  A look of concern passes his face as he says nothing, all eyes of the others now on him.::
CSO Lt Tulpen says:
@::carefully smells then sips the drinks. Then waits for the XO to get to the point::
XO Cmdr Jackson says:
@::Notices they must have somehow insulted them, and motions for the one with the tray to come back, so he can take a bit of the food::
FCO Lt Knight says:
@::whispers to the XO::  XO:  Commander, I do believe we should accept their refreshments.  I'm sensing a bit of worry and fear from them.
 BReger says:
@ :: Relaxes as the bokian is called back and the man takes some refreshment.::
FCO Lt Knight says:
@::grabs some refreshments as well::
 XO Cmdr Jackson says:
@::Tastes the odd looking food before taking a bigger bite, and finds it's actually not bad::
 BReger says:
@ :: Nods, finishing his own food, much quicker then normal, then pushes it aside, compromise, he was good at that... usually.::  XO: It is a family secret.
CTO LtJG Trigger says:
CNS: It's nothing, I was having some problems sleeping and kept waking up tired, too early to start my shift, too late to bother trying to get back to sleep, but the cause has gone and now I just need to get out of the routine of waking up when I was.
FCO Lt Knight says:
@::just takes a small bite from his food::
CSO Lt Tulpen says:
BReger: We were also wondering, where is your homeworld?
 XO Cmdr Jackson says:
@BReger: Please, excuse our tendency to appear a bit nosey. You said you have claim to this star system.. Do you have any records of this?
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
CTO: And you think that will solve everything?
 BReger says:
@ XO: Yes.  We double checked with the drakes who researched that it belonged to no one and there was no life here and we staked our claim.  It is in the hall of records.  Not that we as individuals can claim it, but we have the mining rights.  It is instead claimed by the people.
 BReger says:
@ CSO: It is... :: waves his hand negligently::
CTO LtJG Trigger says:
CNS: Once I get back into a normal routine I'll be fine. ::brushes the hair out of his face thinking he really must see if Brianna would sort it out for him when the counsellor's finished with him::
 
@ ACTION: The FCO finds the food very good.

FCO Lt Knight says:
@::senses that this individual is hiding something, but waits for a better opportunity to tell the XO::
CSO Lt Tulpen says:
@BReger: The Federation was unaware of yuor presence in this area. I am sure our government would like to initiate formal talks with you so that your claim to this system may be recognized by other species
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
CTO: I'll take your word for it, but don't think I'm letting it go completely. I won't be doing my job if I did.
 BReger says:
@ :: Ignores the shuffling next to him.::  CSO: We prefer to be left alone.  Less problems that way.  And why do we need to talk to this Federation on claims?  It is not there.  The drakes said no one owned it.
FCO Lt Knight says:
@::although he finds the food tasty, he still eats very little, not wanting to overindulge::
 XO Cmdr Jackson says:
@::Nods:: BReger: Our coming here is essentially the first step towards a closer relationship between your species and our Federation of Planets. If you desire this as well, anyway. 
CSO Lt Tulpen says:
@BReger: who are the Drakes?
 BReger says:
@ :: frowns:: CSO: They are the ones that make sure that all things are in order.
FCO Lt Knight says:
@BReger:  Can we meet these drakes?
CTO LtJG Trigger says:
::swings his legs off the bed again and stands up, only to fall flat on his face because he can't feel his feet yet::
 BReger says:
@ :: Looks at Jackson and something clicks in his mind... if they would... perhaps they could... cautiously::  XO: Your people would be interested in visiting our world?
CSO Lt Tulpen says:
@BReger: Both your people and the Drakes would greatly benefit from talking with the Federation. We know of many systems and species to trade with
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
::jumps off the bed a moment too late and has to pick Trigger up and onto the biobed again:: CTO: So, you're all better? I don't think so. ::just a hint of sarcasm in his voice::
FCO Lt Knight says:
@::is suddenly sensing something different from this man.....that of hope and fear::
 BReger says:
@:: slowly, thoughtfully:: FCO: Yes... you could...
CTO LtJG Trigger says:
::shakes his head:: CNS: Who raised the bed?
 XO Cmdr Jackson says:
@BReger: Perhaps. We will have to submit that request to our council before we can do that though...
FCO Lt Knight says:
@::whispers::  XO:  I'd like to speak to you alone when we get the chance.
 BReger says:
@ :: Leans forward::  XO: How long will this take?
CNS Cmdr Varesh says:
CTO: The bed is the same height as always. Your legs just didn't work. Lie back and let your body recover a little.
 XO Cmdr Jackson says:
@::Nods at the FCO:: BReger: It depends on when they are in session next. I am sure they would gather for an extra session though. We will send the request the moment we get to the ship..
 BReger says:
@ :: Calculates in his head and nods::  XO: Very well, then we will await your decision.  But, I should warn you, such crossing over is not easy. 
 XO Cmdr Jackson says:
@::Nods:: BReger: We have equipment for operating under circumstances which do not match our own atmosphere and gravity conditions...
BReger says:
@ :: As he stands, ending the meeting, all those around him stand as well::  XO/CSO/FCO: Untill we speak again...
CTO LtJG Trigger says:
::grumbles and lays down again::
 
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