U.S.S. Pendragon
10702.10
“A Hard Day’s Night, pt 1”
Directed by:
Coot

Starring:
Jeff as CO Thraxis
Jane as XO Luchena
 Dylan as CSO Toms 
 Keith as CEO Damien
 Cory as CNS Dawson
 Joseph as CTO Nightcloud

 Guest Starring:
Sandy as Jordan Thraxis
Lynda as FCO Rochelle

Host Coot says:
Last time on the U.S.S. Pendragon . . .

Host Coot says:
The Crew immersed themselves in the pleasures of Risa after a harrowing experience with an unsavory character whose passion for greed nearly cost the crew several of their own. A bitter negotiation netted the cure for one and salvation for another. Yet, the emotional cost still rages through some.

Host Coot says:
As all good things must come to an end, so does the Pendragon's time on Risa. New orders have directed them to assist the Risans in settling a contractual obligation with a potential competitor. A new pleasure planet is to be established on the Slackerian home world.

Host Coot says:
< < < < Begin Mission: A hard day's night > > > >

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The majority of the crew has returned to the Pendragon and their esteemed guest is due to arrive shortly.

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::in her quarters::

CEO_LtCmdr_Damien says:
::in his quarters, dressing::

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::in the VIP quarters adding a few personal touches to the room::

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
::Jamie smiles as one of her patients leaves her office after a rather interesting session::

CTO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
::enters his quarters and starts the fun task of unpacking to see what he left behind::

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
::She stands up from her desk and makes her way over to the Replicator in order to replicate herself a glass of water::

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::rearranges the flowers then steps back::

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::eyes the room critically::

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::is still haunted by the experience of the past few months::

CTO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
::hang his uniforms up, seeing he didn't leave any of those at least::

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
::She takes the glass of water and makes her way into the Counseling Waiting Room, noticing that no one is currently there. They did just return from leave after all::

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::turns and leaves the VIP quarters::

CEO_LtCmdr_Damien says:
::Finishes up and leaves for the bridge::

Host CO_Thraxis says:
:: walking down the corridor towards his quarters ::

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
::She makes her way out of the central counseling area and makes her way toward one of the Turbo Lifts::

Host CO_Thraxis says:
:: enters ::  Jordan: Jordan? 

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::waits by a turbo lift::

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
::She taps her Combadge:: *XO*: Counselor Dawson to Commander Luchena.

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::winces::

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::looking out of the window:: CO:  In here.

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
*CNS*:  Yes Lieutenant?

Host CO_Thraxis says:
:: goes into the next room... stands behind her, a hand on each shoulder :: Jordan: Are you all right?

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
*XO*: Commander, when our guest arrives would you like for me to be a part of the welcoming party? ::She knew that it was customary for the Counselor to do so and wondered if Luchena would actually allow her to perform the simplest of tasks::

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::nods:: CO:  I will be.

Host CO_Thraxis says:
Jordan: The nightmares again?

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::Nods but says nothing::

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
*CNS*:  Yes Lieutenant.  Meet her at the transporter pad and take her where she wishes.

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The last of the Crew have returned and the Pendragon is now waiting for Dr. Jacobs before departing.

Host CO_Thraxis says:
:: squeezes her shoulders :: Jordan: I wish there were something tangible I could do to help you. Have you seen the Counselor?

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
::Jamie enters the Turbo Lift and leans against as it moves:: *XO*: Understood, Commander. Dawson out. ::She cuts the comm and changes the destination of the Turbo Lift::

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::steps into the turbo lift::  TL:  Bridge.

Jordan_Thraxis says:
CO:  I need time, Albaron.

CEO_LtCmdr_Damien says:
::exits the turbo lift onto the bridge and takes his station::

CTO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
::finishes unpacking, satisfied for now as he exits his room and heads for the turbo lift::

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
::The Turbo Lift stops and the Counselor makes her way along the corridor toward the Transporter Room::

Host CO_Thraxis says:
Jordan: I know. You can take all the time you need. I will always be here for you.

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The time display in the Transporter Room indicates Dr. Jacobs is 10 minutes late.

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::enters the bridge::

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::turns and smiles:: CO:  Thank you.

CEO_LtCmdr_Damien says:
Computer: Transfer engineering to the bridge.

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
::Jamie enters the Transporter Room and turns her attention to the Transporter Chief:: TC: Do we know when Doctor Jacobs will be arriving, Chief?

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CEO:  Jose.  ::nods his head in acknowledgement::

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The Engineering console beeps accordingly.

CEO_LtCmdr_Damien says:
XO: Commander

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
::wandering the corridors of the ship::

CEO_LtCmdr_Damien says:
::looks over his now-active console::

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::moves to his chair::

Host CO_Thraxis says:
:: smiles back :: Jordan: Don't thank me, beautiful. Just... just get better. I've missed you. I am so grateful to have you back.

Jordan_Thraxis says:
CO:  Right now, I just don't know what to do with myself ...

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
::Jamie places her empty cup in the Replicator to be recycled as she is told that the Doctor is a few minutes late::

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
Self:  Why do I feel like I hate the world?  I have no reason to.

Host Coot says:
<TC> CNS: By my count, ten minutes ago. There is no response on the surface from her office. Suggestions, sir?

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
TC: Have they reported that she has already left for the Pendragon, Chief? ::She asks rather curiously::

Host CO_Thraxis says:
Jordan: Do whatever helps you cope. Your position is waiting for you, if you want it. Or you can do whatever else you want. just tell me, and I'll make it happen.

Host Coot says:
<TC> CNS: No way to tell for sure. No one is responding at her office, sir.

Jordan_Thraxis says:
CO:  Actually there is someone I need to talk to ...

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::drums his fingers on the armrest::

Host CO_Thraxis says:
Jordan: Who is that?

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
::WindFire stamps on her shoulder pad::

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
::She shakes her head slightly and taps her Combadge:: *XO*: Dawson to Commander Luchena.

Host Coot says:
ACTION: Dr. Jacobs is now 20 minutes late.

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
*CNS*:  Report.

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::smiles:: CO:  I'll see you later.

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
WildFire: I know boy I know I shouldn't feel like I do but I can't help it.

Host CO_Thraxis says:
:: smiles, quizzically :: Jordan: Okay.   :: gives her a quick kiss ::  See you later. I'll be on the bridge.

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
*XO*: Commander, the Transporter Chief has informed me that Doctor Jacob's office hasn't responded to any of our communication attempts. Doctor Jacobs is currently 20 minutes late according to our chronometer. I believe there may be something wrong.

CEO_LtCmdr_Damien says:
::Monitors::

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
::turns the corner of the corridor and into the arboretum and sits::

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::waits till he leaves before hitting her comm badge:: *FCO*:  Thraxis to Rochelle

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
*CNS*:  Can you reach anyone on the surface?

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
::hears her combadge::

Host CO_Thraxis says:
:: finds a turbo lift and orders it to the bridge ::

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
*Rochelle*: Yes Jordan I am here.

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::looks over at the CEO::

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
*XO*: We haven't tried to contact anyone else. Would you like us to try, sir? ::She motions for the Transporter Chief to make it so::

Jordan_Thraxis says:
*FCO*:  Where are you, Maria?

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
*CNS*:  See what you can find out.

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CEO:  What do you think is going on?

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
*Jordan*: In the arboretum.

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The TC strums across the console trying to raise anyone on the surface.

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
*XO*: Understood, sir. I'll keep you updated. ::She moves over to the Transporter Chief's side and looks over the communication controls::

Jordan_Thraxis says:
*FCO*:  Sounds peaceful, unlike my mind at the moment ... I'll meet you there.

CEO_LtCmdr_Damien says:
XO: Maybe he's just not timely. I'd assume the best for the time being

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
*Jordan*: Ok.

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CEO:  True enough.

Host CO_Thraxis says:
:: exits the turbo lift to the bridge :: XO: Mikal... what's our status?

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CO:  Our passenger is twenty minutes late.  The Counselor is attempting to track her down.

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
TC: How long has it been since anyone has received any communication from the surface?

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The TC steps aside so the CNS can work.

CEO_LtCmdr_Damien says:
XO: Locating him would be near impossible given the number of inhabitants on Risa

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
::With that question, she begins to look for the information herself as well.::

Host Coot says:
<TC> CNS: Last communication was just prior to the crew transporting back... 25 minutes ago.

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CEO:  I believe our guest is a woman.

Host CO_Thraxis says:
XO: Try the Academy computer. Many planetary universities have tracking systems similar to ours.

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::heads towards the arboretum::

Host CO_Thraxis says:
:: sits down in the big chair ::

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CO:  Aye.  ::requests permission to search the Academy's database::

CEO_LtCmdr_Damien says:
XO: I stand corrected. That makes it even more difficult, seeing as women outnumber men on the planet. I think they planned it that way ::grin::

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::chuckles::

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
::She sends a hail to the University's Office:: COM: University: This is Counselor Jamie Dawson of the USS Pendragon. Please respond.

Host Coot says:
ACTION: Shortly thereafter and 30 minutes late, a communication from the Risan Government indicates Dr. Jacobs took in a late breakfast and will be arriving shortly.

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CO:  A late breakfast, Captain.

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
::She shakes her head as the communiqué pops on her console:: Self: Well that solves that.

CEO_LtCmdr_Damien says:
XO: See? Not everything is doom and gloom commander

Host CO_Thraxis says:
XO: Academics are not always notable for their punctuality.

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CO/CEO:  I guess she's still on Risan time.  ::smiles::

Host Coot says:
ACTION: A blur of light later and Dr. Ellen Jacobs arrives in the Transporter Room.

CEO_LtCmdr_Damien says:
::absently:: XO: Yes...Risa.....

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
::She steps aside in order to allow the Transporter Chief to take his station back:: TC: Thank you for the use of your console, Chief. ::She turns toward the transport:: Jacobs: Welcome to the Pendragon, Doctor Jacobs. I'm Counselor Jamie Dawson. It is a pleasure to meet you. ::She extends her hand with a smile::

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::looks over at the CEO and smiles more broadly::

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::walks through the corridors ... changes her mind and heads for the bridge::

Host Coot says:
ACTION: Dr. Jacobs approaches the CNS and shakes her hand firmly before pulling her into an embrace. Deftly, Dr. Jacobs pinches the CNS on the backside before letting the hug go.

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::after a short Turbo lift ride she emerges on the bridge ... stays in the background and watches the activity around her::

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::notices Jordan.  Stands::

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
::Jamie takes several steps back, her eyes now fully widened at the Doctor's rather odd behavior:: Jacobs: I suppose that's one way to say hello, Doctor. ::She winks, still caught a bit off guard by the entire gesture::

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::quietly::  Jordan:  Welcome back.

Host Coot says:
ACTION: A crewman makes his way over to grab the Doctor's bags and finds himself pinched as well on his way out.

Host Coot says:
<Dr. Jacobs> CNS: Shall we?

Host CO_Thraxis says:
:: turns, sees Jordan enter :: Jordan: Hi. Feel free to find a seat.

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
::She smirks as the crewman hops as he is pinched:: Jacobs: I think I'm going to like you, Doctor. ::She smiles and makes her way out of the Transporter Room:: Jacobs: So how was your breakfast?

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::smiles:: CO/XO:  I'll stay here for now if that's ok ...

Host CO_Thraxis says:
Jordan: Sure.

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::gestures toward the CNS's chair::

CEO_LtCmdr_Damien says:
Jordan: You can sit in my junior officers chair if you want. ::scratches head:: He's never here for some reason

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::is completely unsure whether she is ready for this just yet ... ::

CSO_Cmdr_Toms says:
::emerges from his office and heads towards the nearest sci lab::

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::smiles:: CEO:  Thanks.

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
::sitting petting WindFire still upset::

Host Coot says:
<Dr. Jacobs> CNS: Invigorating. Did not do much for the appetite, however, ::dabs a bead of sweat from her temple::

CSO_Cmdr_Toms says:
::arrives and heads over to see the Senior Lab Tec::

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::checks his console readings::  CO:  Dr. Jacobs is aboard, Captain.

Host CO_Thraxis says:
XO: Very good. Please take us out, Mr. Luchena.

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CO:  Course?

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
::She smirks as she makes her way into a Turbo Lift:: Computer: Bridge. ::She waits for the Doctor to step in:: Jacobs: I bet it was. Risa is such a fabulous place.

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
WindFire: I am still unsure why I am upset.  I did what I had to do but to lose you is not acceptable.  I would rather give up my own life but....

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
::wonders where Jordan is::

Host Coot says:
<Dr. Jacobs> ::mutters:: Self: I must stay away from the nude beaches.....

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::suddenly remembers the FCO:: *FCO*:  Maria, I'm sorry.  I'm on the bridge at the moment if you want to meet me here.

CSO_Cmdr_Toms says:
::consults over some figures on his PADD with the Tech, then moves on to another of his Labs, repeating the process::

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
WindFire: ~~~Master: You and I are one and you did what you had to do to save the life of one that you call sister.~~~

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
*Jordan*: Are you alone?

Jordan_Thraxis says:
*FCO*:  On the bridge?  I doubt it.  But I'm sure the Captain will allow us to use his ready room to talk.

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::looks at the Captain expectantly::

Host CO_Thraxis says:
:: looks at his PADD ::  XO: The... Slackeria system? Who in the name of the nine hells names these systems?

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
Jacobs: Perhaps you can give me a tour around one day. ::The Turbo Lift reaches the Bridge and the doors open:: Jacobs: Here we are, the Bridge. I believe the Captain would love to meet you.

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
*Jordan* : Ok I will take the back way in.  I have WindFire with me.

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CO:  In their own language its meaning is likely quite different.  ::grins and sits::

Host Coot says:
<Dr. Jacobs> ::smiles and exits the TL:: CO: Captain, I am honored. ::crosses to him::

Host CO_Thraxis says:
:: stands ::  Jacobs: Welcome aboard, Doctor. We are grateful for your assistance.

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::Looks at this newcomer curiously::

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
::Jamie files in behind Jacobs. It seems that she was not one to wait for introductions::

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
AFCO:  Set course to Slackeria and engage.  Warp 6.

Host CO_Thraxis says:
:: holds out his hand ::

Host Coot says:
ACTION: The Pendragon gracefully leaps into warp.

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::watches Dr. Jacobs::

CEO_LtCmdr_Damien says:
CO: All conditions show green captain

Host Coot says:
ACTION: Dr. Jacobs approaches the CO and shakes his hand. Then gives him the same greeting the CNS received.

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
::She cannot help but smirk as she watches Doctor Jacobs::

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
::takes the TL that goes to the back entrance of the captain's ready room::

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::eyes widen in surprise.  Stands hoping to be introduced::

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
*Jordan* I am almost there.

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::looks over at the CEO:: CEO:  Slackeria?  Are they serious?

Host CO_Thraxis says:
:: pulls back with some haste, a look of consternation crossing his features :: Jacobs: I take it you are a native of Risa.

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
::the TL stops and she enters the captain’s ready room and just stops as Jordan is not there::

Host Coot says:
<Dr. Jacobs> CO: Was there any doubt, Captain? ::pinches him once more to drive home her point::

Host CO_Thraxis says:
CEO: Thank you, Jose.

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::steps up beside the CO and smiles winningly at Dr. Jacobs::

CEO_LtCmdr_Damien says:
Jordan: You know, after a while, you give up trying to make sense of anything on this ship, and just submit. It makes it easier.

Host CO_Thraxis says:
:: sits... quickly ::

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::Laughs for the first time in days::

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
::She notices Luchena walk up a bit too eagerly and shakes her head. Before she can make her way to her station, she notices someone else in her chair. It figured as much. Jamie turns and heads for one of the rear stations::

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
*Jordan*: Where are you?

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
::WindFire stamps again on her shoulder pad::

Host Coot says:
ACTION: Dr. Jacobs reaches over and shakes the XO's hand. He, however, does not get the "extended greeting." He looked a little too eager for Dr. Jacobs' taste.

Jordan_Thraxis says:
*FCO*:  Still on the bridge.  ::gets up:: CO:  Excuse me Captain, may I borrow the ready room for a few minutes?

Host CO_Thraxis says:
Jordan: Of course.

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::gets up and heads for the RR.  Enters::

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
::She decides to make the best of it and takes her place at the secondary engineering station right next to Jose:: CEO: Good morning, Commander.

CSO_Cmdr_Toms says:
::having completed his trips to the Sci Labs, heads back to his office to review his data::

CEO_LtCmdr_Damien says:
CNS: Mornin'

Host CO_Thraxis says:
:: watches his wife walk away, puzzled ::

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
Jacobs:  Welcome aboard.  Would you care to see your quarters?

Jordan_Thraxis says:
FCO:  Maria?

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
::Jamie keeps her eyes focused on Doctor Jacobs and Luchena. Of course, he sees a pretty woman so he wants to take the lead. It was quite obvious and very much like him::

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
::turns:: Jordan: OH my god Jordan you look good.

Host Coot says:
<Dr. Jacobs> XO: Please. ::pinches the XO as he passes to lead the way::

Jordan_Thraxis says:
FCO:  Then I look a lot better than I feel.  How are you, though?

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
:::hurries to her and hugs her as WindFire dances lightly on the shoulder pad::

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::grins and gestures toward the Turbo Lift::

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
::She shakes her head but decides not to say anything. After all, it would probably lead to a reprimand::

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
Jordan: I am confused, angry, hurt, and........ a bit selfish.

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::looks at her:: FCO:  What did you do?

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
Jordan: It wasn't a question of what did I do.  It was more of a question of what didn't I do.

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
CEO: So how are you doing, Commander?

Jordan_Thraxis says:
FCO:  Which was what, exactly?

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
Jordan: I wouldn't give up WindFire unless I went with him.

CSO_Cmdr_Toms says:
::calls up his schedules again to adjust a few time slots::

Host Coot says:
TIMEWARP: Several hours and several pinched bottoms later, the Pendragon is within hailing distance of the Slackerian System.

CEO_LtCmdr_Damien says:
CNS: Doing just fine, yourself?

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::on the bridge thinking about the Doctor::

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
::She looks at the information on the side console from her chair on the Bridge, eager to get under way::

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::back on the bridge after talking to the FCO ... disturbed about what she has learned::

Host CO_Thraxis says:
XO: Hail the Slackerians, please.

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
::Jamie turns her attention back to the conversations going on on the Bridge. She was excited about this assignment::

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
::sitting at her helm station still upset but more relieved as she spoke with Jordan::

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CO:  Aye.  ::transmits a hail::

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
::She shifts her gaze to Jordan Thraxis for a few seconds, having only seen her once before in stasis, and then turns her attention to the front of the Bridge::

CSO_Cmdr_Toms says:
::After a in depth review of staffing and schedules for the upcoming mission, heads to the bridge::

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
*Dr. Jacobs*: We're approaching orbit.

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
XO: Orbit achieved sir.

Host Coot says:
<Slackeria> ::with a note of sourness:: COMM: Pendragon: Welcome to Slackeria. Please proceed to docking station 12, Northern hemisphere. It is in geosynchronous orbit with the Palace grounds.

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CEO:  Scan the planet when you can.

Host CO_Thraxis says:
FCO: Proceed as indicated, Lieutenant.

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
::inputs the appropriate coordinates and moves to the docking station 12  that is in geosynchronous orbit::

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
CO: Understood sir. Already in progress sir.

CEO_LtCmdr_Damien says:
::scans the planet:: XO: Scanning now

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::moves down to the command area and watches the view screen::

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
~~~Jordan: I am sorry if I upset you. Please forgive me and don't be hard on Mikal or yourself.~~~

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CEO:  I've heard this place is the armpit of the Universe.

CEO_LtCmdr_Damien says:
XO: Or worse

Host Coot says:
SCENE: As the visuals of the planet come into view, a swirling cloud of dust appears to engulf the entire planet.

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
CO: Dust cloud?

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
Mutters to self:  It's a wonder the crust doesn't crumple with everything they've taken out.

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
CO: Captain, after looking through the database I've discovered that they have spent nearly 3,000 years performing mining operations. Their physical features include athletic, muscular... the whole nine yards.

Host CO_Thraxis says:
:: stands ::  FCO: So it seems.    CEO: Analysis, Mr. Damien?

CSO_Cmdr_Toms says:
::arrives on bridge, moves to SCI1 and logs in::

Host CO_Thraxis says:
CNS: We must be careful not to challenge them to any arm-wrestling contests.

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::Nods at Commander Toms as he crosses the bridge::

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
::flexes her own muscles::

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::sees Toms arrive and wonders how he will react to her presence after what she did to him::

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
::She smiles:: CO: Perhaps someone with your experience could subdue them. ::She wonders what Jose has found::

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
Self: I bet I could beat the best of them.  ::grins::

CSO_Cmdr_Toms says:
::politely nods in response to the XO::

CEO_LtCmdr_Damien says:
CO: To be diplomatic, it will take an act of a deity to transform this into a pleasure planet. They've mined it to death

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
CEO: With that dust cloud I would think that the sun would never shine.

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
CEO: Do we have any idea how long it would take to just refine the surface of their planet?

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::frowns as he looks at the images from the planet::

CEO_LtCmdr_Damien says:
CNS: Years

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
Self: More like 50 to a hundred years.

Host CO_Thraxis says:
CSO: Mr. Toms, would you please consult the Federation terraforming database, and see if there is any record of successful terraforming on a planet similar to this?

CSO_Cmdr_Toms says:
CO: Aye sir

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
CEO/CNS:  Tourism... not necessarily for pleasure.  Maybe there's some opposite of eco-tourism?

CEO_LtCmdr_Damien says:
CO/XO: There are so many heavy metals in the air, it's a toxic wasteland

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::can't look at the images anymore.  Stands and walks around the bridge::

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
::She looks toward the view screen and looks over the planet as if thinking about how it can be changed:: XO: Tourist attractions can encompass many different aspects of life. We know they're good miners... but I doubt most people would travel to this planet for that alone. There must be some additional things that we can do to help them.

Host CO_Thraxis says:
All: Witness the power of pure, unadulterated greed.

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
::not getting any response from Jordan, she is saddened by what was said::

CEO_LtCmdr_Damien says:
CNS: I can see it now. "Visit the collapsing caverns!"

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::watches Mikal intently::

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::stops pacing and looks back at Jordan::

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
CO: Sir not only greed but the need for power.

Host Coot says:
ACTION: A sickly-green beam of light erupts from the surface. The Pendragon is being scanned.

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
All: We must remember that every culture has done what they felt was right for them at the time. Perhaps they are truly looking for a change.. not just for funds, but for their planet's health as well.

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
CO: Sir we are being scanned.

CSO_Cmdr_Toms says:
CO: Sir, no previous attempts of something this damaged. The computer estimates up to 300 years to complete.

CEO_LtCmdr_Damien says:
CO: I suggest we raise shields to avoid contamination

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
Self: Like I said before a few hundred years.

Host CO_Thraxis says:
:: shakes head ::   XO: Ask Dr. Jacobs to report to the bridge. Time to find out what we can do for these people.

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
CSO: Sir, how many moons does this planet have?

Host CO_Thraxis says:
CEO: Go ahead.

CEO_LtCmdr_Damien says:
::raises shields::

Jordan_Thraxis says:
::turns and leaves the bridge without another word::

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
*Jacobs*:  The Captain has requested your presence on the bridge.  ::watches Jordan walk away::

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
~~~Jordan:  What is it?~~~

Host CO_Thraxis says:
:: sees Jordan leave... a flash of worry crosses his face ::

Host Coot says:
ACTION: Various pieces of metal and technology begin glowing a faint tint of green as the beam passes by. Shields do not have any affect on the beam.

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::notices the consoles glowing::

Jordan_Thraxis says:
~~~ XO:  You can ask me that, Mikal?  I know what you did ... traded another life for mine ... ~~~

Host CO_Thraxis says:
CSO: Does that scan pose any danger to us, Mr. Toms?

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
::sensed Jordan as she left the bridge and is greatly worried::

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::blood drains from his face::

CSO_Cmdr_Toms says:
CNS: There are 7 moons in orbit of the planet, none of which have been touched.

XO_Cmdr_Luchena says:
::makes his way back to his chair and sits heavily::

CSO_Cmdr_Toms says:
CO: None that I can see at this stage sir.

CNS_LtJG_Dawson says:
CSO: Very interesting, sir. Would it be possible to use those moons to create tourist attractions or even to assist in revitalizing their planet?

FCO_Lt_Maria_Rochelle says:
::silent tears form and fall as she keeps her face forward knowing that Jordan is hurting and so is she::

CSO_Cmdr_Toms says:
CNS: Tourist attractions are not my area of expertise, Lt, so I don't know. As to revitalization. Maybe

Host Coot says:
<Slackeria> ::with a note of sourness:: COMM: Pendragon: You have just been scanned. The items marked for gifts to the Supreme Exalted Ruler may be delivered in three days time.  ::cuts the comm::

Host Coot says:
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