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The QIb Chronicles
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CEO_Jelis says:
::sitting at his console on the bridge::
DloraH says:
:: climbs aboard the shuttle waiting on the Away team ::
OPS_Augustus says:
::at station awaiting further instructions, and monitoring his communications system::
CMO_Kymar says:
::steps off the Turbo-lift and heads for the Challenger, checking his Med Kit, Tricorder and Phaser Pistol are all secured::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::at science 1 on the bridge sending her recordings of the bird to the Challenger's computer::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: At tactical ready to blow something up ::
Host Captain_Turner says:
::In his RR making final preparations::
CEO_Jelis says:
::performs one last final remote diag on the Challenger's cloak::
Host Captain_Turner says:
::Stands and heads to the bridge::
OPS_Augustus says:
XO: Commander I would suggest open communications with Challenger upon it's departure
OPS_Augustus says:
XO: in addition we have no response as of yet from the creature
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
XO: Comm's without subspace perhaps?
XO_Q`tor says:
OPS: Thank you Lieutenant, and I agree
XO_Q`tor says:
CTO: Aye, EM channels
DloraH says:
:: runs weapons and shield checks and starts preflight ::
OPS_Augustus says:
*CEO*: This is Lt Augustus please insure that we have an open channel to you at all times
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::while they are still under cloak she begins her series of light pulses in different frequencies to get a reaction from the bird::
Host Captain_Turner says:
::Enters the bridge:: XO: Okay what's the story so far? Any changes?
XO_Q`tor says:
CO: No sir.
Host Captain_Turner says:
Self: Hmmmmmmm.

ACTION: The bird continues to simply hang there... taking no action other than to keep the QIb off a shoulder... not that it should be able to see her to do that....

CEO_Jelis says:
OPS: You might want to redirect that comm to someone actually on board the Challenger ::smiles wryly::
XO_Q`tor says:
CO: Sir, with all due respect, I feel it is my duty to protest this away mission. The Challenger is still being upgraded and refit.
OPS_Augustus says:
CO: SKipper...it may have been awhile since I have been under your Command, but something doesn't feel right
OPS_Augustus says:
CEO: Sorry I thought you were going with the Challenger
CSO_Lorenzo says:
XO: No response to the light frequencies Sir.
DloraH says:
*OPS*: Understood, Sir.  EM band communications are online.
CMO_Kymar says:
::steps up the ramp and walks into the Challenger, taking a seat at the science station and begins to configure the sensors to give him the scans he needs::
XO_Q`tor says:
CO: If a cloaked shuttle is what is desired, then we have battle shuttles with that capability
CEO_Jelis says:
OPS: No problem, the pressures on a little. I can set up the comm remotely from here to save some time, anyway ::starts remote configuring the challenger's comm unit::
DloraH says:
:: stands to attention as the CMO enters ::
XO_Q`tor says:
CSO: Have you run the entire light spectrum?
OPS_Augustus says:
CEO: Thank you for your assistance
CMO_Kymar says:
::notices DloraH from the corner of his eye as he sits at science:: DloraH: At ease, I’m just a doctor :;smiles and gets back too work::
DloraH says:
CMO: Sir, science station is for LCDR Lorenzo, your station is back here Sir.
Host Captain_Turner says:
::Nods at OPS and scratches chin:: XO: And in your opinion just how long would it take to have the Challenger fit for service?
OPS_Augustus says:
CSO: Commander Lorenzo, are you picking up any EM signatures?
CSO_Lorenzo says:
XO: It's nearing the end of the spectrum now Sir.  No response to any visual stimuli that we know of.  The only thing it responded to was the subspace transmission that specifically had military intel in it.
CMO_Kymar says:
DloraH: Not for this mission, I need command over the main sensors I’m afraid
CSO_Lorenzo says:
Ops: Negative Lt.

DloraH says:
:: shakes his head and waits for the fireworks::
OPS_Augustus says:
CSO: Thank you
CMO_Kymar says:
:;grins and finishes with the sensors, running a few checks on the to make sure::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::waits for the CO and XO to decide if there will be an away mission or not::
OPS_Augustus says:
CSO: Have you worked out a possible alternative comm program by using light transmissions?
XO_Q`tor says:
::lets the CSO's comment about military info sink in::
CEO_Jelis says:
::removes his remote link to the Challenger, except for a channel directly into the diagnostic systems in case it's needed later::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
Ops: I've already sent several communication signals using the entire light spectrum... no response.
DloraH says:
*CO*: Sir, the Challenger has completed preflight and is ready for departure, Sir.
XO_Q`tor says:
CO: Sir, the Challenger cannot be made any more ready for this particular mission than it is right now. That is my point. There are other shuttles that can do the job that you are wanting done.
OPS_Augustus says:
CSO: Thought so I was just checking
CSO_Lorenzo says:
Ops: The only time we recorded it reacting at all was when we sent military intel back to the First Fleet.
Host Captain_Turner says:
XO: What about the sensors?
OPS_Augustus says:
CSO: What if we used military terms past and present tense to communicate with it?
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: leans on her console, thinking she'd like to go for a massage ::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
Ops: Sounds like a possibility.  How about actually requesting it to inform us about the fleet down on the planet?
XO_Q`tor says:
CO: I am sure that Mr. Jelis would be able to re-rout power from the shuttles weapons to sensors in order to upgrade them.
OPS_Augustus says:
CSO: I don't know if we can get that specific but if we can try
Host Captain_Turner says:
XO: So no weapons? How is that safer?
CSO_Lorenzo says:
Ops: It obviously has an interest in that planet, in its inhabitants.... it may respond... either to defend it... or with a question of its own.
XO_Q`tor says:
CO: Sir, the Challenger with the sensor pod attached has minimal weapons.
OPS_Augustus says:
::Starts working on a basic communique` to send::

CMO_Kymar says:
::accesses the sensor pod and routes the readout to his console::
XO_Q`tor says:
CO: And right now, a battle shuttle would probably be much faster and more maneuverable than the Challenger
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: shuts down subspace communications, security over ride ::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::studies the bird to get its reaction to Augustus' comm::
OPS_Augustus says:
CO/XO: The CSO and I have come up with a possible communication.  Is it ok to try it?
CEO_Jelis says:
::gets a team on standby to ready a battle shuttle if necessary::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
XO: Subspace communications are now offline, Sir, open at your command.
OPS_Augustus says:
CTO: Commander, you have lock down subspace communication.  Why?  I am trying to communicate.
Host Captain_Turner says:
::Reluctantly agrees:: XO: Okay ready another shuttle. Have the Chief continue to work on the Challenger though.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
OPS: Lt, the XO ordered EM comm's only.
XO_Q`tor says:
CO: Thank you sir. ::breathes a sigh of relief::
XO_Q`tor says:
OPS: What kind of communications Lieutenant?
Host Captain_Turner says:
OPS: What kind of communication?
Host Captain_Turner says:
::Looks at XO:: XO: You owe me a beer.
OPS_Augustus says:
CO: Using military terms.  It only responded to the sub-space communications that contained military information
CSO_Lorenzo says:
XO: A transmission using military terminology specifically about the fleet down on the planet Sir, which is what the bird seems interested in.
DloraH says:
:: wonders why the CO has not acknowledged the readiness report ::
OPS_Augustus says:
::Looks at them both::
Host Captain_Turner says:
::Smirks as no one else gets that one he thinks::
OPS_Augustus says:
XO: Sir you ordered subspace communications offline.  How can I do my job with them offline?
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
OPS: To use subspace is to risk the ship and crew, Lt.
OPS_Augustus says:
CTO: Commander how have you come to that conclusion, because it attacked us?

CSO_Lorenzo says:
CTO: We're here to study it, all its reactions even the negative ones.  We cannot do that if we fear it attacking us again.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
OPS: Exactly it attacked.
XO_Q`tor says:
CSO: The only response we have ever gotten from that thing was with the military info on the subspace channel. Correct?
Host Captain_Turner says:
*DLoraH*: Understood.
CSO_Lorenzo says:
CTO: Should that bird attack the First Fleet we will be the only ship able to stop it, and the only way we can learn how is to study it thoroughly.
CSO_Lorenzo says:
XO: Aye Sir.
Host Captain_Turner says:
OPS: No.......::Pauses::...........no too risky.
OPS_Augustus says:
ALL: I have an idea... we just say the heck with it and kill everything!  We are first scientist and the defense of the Federation.  We only attack as a last option!  What happened to that concept.::Slaps his hands on his console::
XO_Q`tor says:
OPS: I ordered an open EM channel comm with the away team
OPS_Augustus says:
CTO: You think Commander that it's attack was in response to the military information our message contained?
CMO_Kymar says:
::finishes with the sensors on the Challenger:: Self: There, all done
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::grins at Augustus' temper::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
OPS: Your XO ordered EM only , MISTER.
OPS_Augustus says:
XO: Understood::Opens an EM Channel to the AT::
OPS_Augustus says:
::Stands up looks at the CTO::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: raises her chin and steps around her console ::
XO_Q`tor says:
OPS/CTO: ::bellowing:: ENOUGH!
OPS_Augustus says:
CTO: Commander...please do your job and I will do mine..if you don't mind!
CSO_Lorenzo says:
XO: Sir, it does not want to communicate with us.  It follows us around.... probably monitoring all our actions and transmissions... It will react when we become a threat to the fleet down below.
OPS_Augustus says:
XO: Sir, ... aye::Sits back down::
CEO_Jelis says:
::quivers at his console, despite not being on the receiving end of Q'tor's bellow::
CMO_Kymar says:
::imagines that he can hear someone very much like Q'tor yelling. Stupid imagination::

CSO_Lorenzo says:
::turns around and stands when she notices the threatening steps of the CTO and Ops officers::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: types the OPS a nice lil message, When you learn to do your job let me know, and presses the send button ::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: winks at Lorenzo ::
Host Captain_Turner says:
::Bows his head in disgust::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::looks to the CO.. wondering if he is going to allow disorder on the bridge during an assignment::
XO_Q`tor says:
OPS/CTO: ::Still yelling:: Concentrate your frustrations on that thing out there. I want a way to communicate with it, or neutralize it, and I want it five minutes ago! Is that understood?
OPS_Augustus says:
::receives the CTO's message.  stands up, saves the message and turns to the CO::
OPS_Augustus says:
CO: Captain request permission to leave the bridge
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
XO: Aye sir.
OPS_Augustus says:
::remains standing awaiting the CO's reply::
Host Captain_Turner says:
::Bottles the same frustration Q'tor just loosed and says slowly:: OPS: Denied.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: grins at the XO ::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::frowns at both officers::
OPS_Augustus says:
CO/XO: Understood, however I am not qualified to do so sirs
CMO_Kymar says:
::contemplates take the Challenger out on himself to get the scans. He didn’t need to wait around::
Host Captain_Turner says:
::Looks at Augustus:: OPS: How so?
XO_Q`tor says:
::calms down, straightens his jacket::
XO_Q`tor says:
OPS: What if we tried to approach it?
OPS_Augustus says:
CO: According to your CTO.  However, if I need to I can point out a number of instances since my return that procedures have been ignored or disregarded.  Also, she sent this..::pulling up the message on his conole::
Host Captain_Turner says:
::Looks at the message::
OPS_Augustus says:
XO: I believe that if you approach it, it will respond the same way as before.
Host Captain_Turner says:
ALL: That's it!

CMO_Kymar says:
::sighs and taps his comm badge:: CO: Sir, the Challenger is ready to go and the sensors are configured for the scans I need. If I do not get the scans of this creature that I need, we will be vulnerable to more attacks from this thing
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::nods at the Ops:: XO: It will match our position Sir.
CEO_Jelis says:
::continues having ground crews on standby at both the Challenger and a battle shuttle::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
XO: I don't believe it attacked us when we approached it did it?
OPS_Augustus says:
XO: In addition, I think that ::stops and awaits the CO's comments::
XO_Q`tor says:
::drops his head in disgust:: Self: jay'
Host Captain_Turner says:
::Looks at OPS and the CTO in a low tone:: OPS/CTO: My ready room now!
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: shakes her head at the whiney OPS officer ::
Host Captain_Turner says:
XO: You're with me.
OPS_Augustus says:
CO: Aye ::heads to the Skippers RR::
XO_Q`tor says:
CSO: Commander, you have the con. ::whispers loudly:: Find me something fast!
XO_Q`tor says:
CO: Aye sir.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: calls over a TO to mind the console, then standing tall she follows :: CO: Aye, Sir.
Host Captain_Turner says:
::Heads to his RR::
XO_Q`tor says:
::walks to the ready room::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: follows the CO ::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
FCO: Take us on a 360 rotation around the bird.  I want scans from all angles.
FCO says:
CSO: Aye, sir ::plots a course closing in on the bird::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
*CMO* Doctor, I suggest you practice some patience and settle down.  If you want something to do recheck the supplies on the battle shuttle being readied along with the Challenger.
OPS_Augustus says:
::awaits in the ready room at attention::
CMO_Kymar says:
*CSO*: The battle shuttle? Aren't we taking the Challenger out?
DloraH says:
:: stands down the Challenger ::
Host Captain_Turner says:
::Sits at his desk as the last of them enter and the door closes::

ACTION: As the QIb closes in on the bird, it continues to adjust its orbit, allowing the QIb to close on it, but only slowly
CSO_Lorenzo says:
*CMO* The Captain has decided to ready a battle shuttle.
CMO_Kymar says:
*CSO*: Great...if you need me, I'll be readying my EVA suit ::mutters and shuts down his console before walking out of the challenger::
Host Captain_Turner says:
:;Taps his console:: *CSO*: Turner to Lorenzo.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: looks to the CO ::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::modifies scans to study the bird from their closer position.  Studying its physiology to get a picture of what it would have looked like before it..... 'died'::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
*CO* Yes Captain?
Host Captain_Turner says:
*CSO*: Sorry for leaving so quickly and I know you realize this but so it's said, you have the bridge.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: smiles inwardly at the CO ::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::looks up at the ceiling::  CO: Aye.
Host Captain_Turner says:
::Disengages comm::

ACTION: As QIb closes slowly on the bird, getting ever closer, the Yringallan military fleet remains on the surface, unaware of the vessel above

XO_Q`tor says:
::Stands tall next to the door of the RR::
Host Captain_Turner says:
::Turns attention to CTO and OPS:: CTO/OPS: Now just what in the HELL is wrong with you two?!
CMO_Kymar says:
::walks into the battle shuttle being prepared and accesses the sensor controls. Inadequate:: Self: I'll need a bioscanner from the med lab...::gets up and heads out of the battle shuttle and walks towards the transporter::
OPS_Augustus says:
::stares straight ahead, still at attention::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::runs the extrapolated image of the bird through their database for a match::
CEO_Jelis says:
CSO: Commander, for the record, both vessels are prepped and ready to go as soon as someone gives a launch order.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
CO: You want an answer to that?
OPS_Augustus says:
::waits for the CTO to reply first::
Host Captain_Turner says:
::Slams his hand on the desk:: CTO: I'm in no mood for smart ass answers Commander!

Host Captain_Turner says:
CTO: Now out of respect for our friendship and due to seniority I'll allow you to answer first and this better be damn good!
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
CO: Augustus has ignored orders, those of us trying to follow orders are hampered by his actions. HE obviously needs a refresher course Sir.
CSO_Lorenzo says:
CEO: Thank you Commander.  Have engineering teams on both shuttles.  I think the safest way to go is to take both shuttles, one to study it and the other as a defensive back up.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
CO: He has put the ship and crew at risk, compromised security, allowed the ship to be vulnerable.
CMO_Kymar says:
::authorizes a transport with the person at OPS and beams one of the bio-scanners onto the Pad closest to him, calling over one of the engineering teams:: Team: I want this ::points to the scanner:: Connected to the sensor grid on that ::points to the battle shuttle:: Now. Thank you
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
CO: It seems to me when the XO orders something it should be done Sir.
CEO_Jelis says:
CSO: Nice idea commander. I was only contemplating someone making a decision of one or the other, but that sounds like we'll at least have a chance.
CSO_Lorenzo says:
CEO: The doctor is right in that we need better scans, yet so is our First Officer.  I see no reason why we cannot satisfy them both.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
CO: He yells at superior officers on the Bridge, Sir, I am sorry but he needs to learn to follow orders and do his job as ordered, Sir.
Ensign_Urgle says:
::sitting outside Challenger, resting on a cargo crate::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
CEO: All we need to do now is have our CO agree.
Ensign_Gnah says:
::sitting outside battle shuttle, wondering if Urgle wants to play cards::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
CO: End report.
XO_Q`tor says:
::wonders what is happening outside::
XO_Q`tor says:
::thinking to self:: Transporters....what if we tried to transport a piece of that thing onto the ship?
Host Captain_Turner says:
::Stands up and walks over to face the CTO standing toe to toe with her:: CTO: And apparently so do you! Didn't I just say I was in no mood for sarcasm and you still push me?! I may be just a small human to you but I'm your commanding officer and you WILL respect that!
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: Looks down at the CO :: CO: Sarcasm was not my intent, Captain.
CMO_Kymar says:
::walks off into the battle shuttle while the engineering team lug that scanner over to the shuttle behind him::

OPS_Augustus says:
::awaits the CO's OK::
Host Captain_Turner says:
::Turns to the OPS officer:: OPS: Now what is your story?!
 OPS_Augustus says:
CO/XO/CTO: I am a member of the house of Qaveq, I will not dishonor it or its memory by replying to that comment about a refresher course.  In addition, we are in a possible hostile situation, and I have obeyed orders as they are given to me.  In addition, I am a battle seasoned Starfleet officer, and an Officer in the ACMC.::pauses::
Ensign_Gnah says:
::moans about having to work and helps the team load the scanner into the battle shuttle::
Host Captain_Turner says:
::Turns back quickly and raises finger:: CTO: One more word Commander......................
CMO_Kymar says:
::checks the console on the battle shuttle and walks out, heading for the equipment lockers to get his EVA suit::
OPS_Augustus says:
CO/XO/CTO: To have my personal integrity questioned is unacceptable.  If we were else where there would have been a duel on the bridge.  Out of respect for you Captain and Commander Q’tor I restrained myself.

ACTION: As the debate on everything continues, QIb continues to close on the bird, getting scanner data from different angles, as the bird allows the QIb to close at a constant rate

XO_Q`tor says:
::crosses arms over chest and remains standing next to the door::
Host Captain_Turner says:
::Takes in the words of both of his good friends and colleges:: CTO/OPS: Enough!
OPS_Augustus says:
CO: In addition, sir, I will go to inactive duty and request transfer
CSO_Lorenzo says:
*CMO* Doctor, make sure you take your surgeon tools along with that EVA suit, we might get up close and personal with that bird.
OPS_Augustus says:
::still remains at attention.::
Host Captain_Turner says:
CTO/OPS: This is my ship!
Host Captain_Turner says:
CTO/OPS: I will decide who is out of line and when!
CMO_Kymar says:
*CSO*: That’s my full intention, I want a piece of this thing and I intend to go over there and get it ::grabs his EVA suit and moves back out, wondering which shuttle to store it in::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
CEO: How is our cloak holding?
OPS_Augustus says:
::remains at attention, not blinking::
Host Captain_Turner says:
CTO/OPS: I will not have my crew quibbling like a bunch of kindergarteners!
CSO_Lorenzo says:
*CMO* Not alone you won't.  Prepare a suit for me as well.
Host Captain_Turner says:
CTO/OPS: I know both of you very well..............VERY well.
CSO_Lorenzo says:
TO: What is the status of the Yringallan Fleet?

ACTION: Due to the erratic orbital patterns of the bird, and the QIb flying around to see it from different angles, the QIb ends up directly in front of the bird, continuing to gather data

CMO_Kymar says:
*CSO*: ::chuckling:: Curious about the bird too? I don’t blame you. One EVA suit coming right up ::walks back into the locker and gets one of the normal suits for Lorenzo. The white of his and the...dirtiness...of hers making a striking match::
XO_Q`tor says:
::now looks confused at the strange words....quibbling and kindergarteners::
Host Captain_Turner says:
CTO/OPS: You are both on report. ::Tapps an order into his computer::
CEO_Jelis says:
::looks up at the view-screen at the interesting angle they're viewing the bird from::
CEO_Jelis says:
::thinks it's wonderful how we can make it look like we're right in front of it, when we're really on the other side of the system::
CMO_Kymar says:
::walks into the Battle Shuttle where the Engineering Team have just finished loading the scanner and stores the EVA suits::

ACTION: Wings still outstretched like a monster, decayed skin holding over ancient bones, the pair of eyes light up a bright gold for a second time

CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: thinks for what?::
OPS_Augustus says:
CO: Understood sir, and my request of transfer?
Host Captain_Turner says:
CTO/OPS: If either one of you so much as sneezes the wrong way, in the next couple of weeks, I or someone else on the command staff will place a boot so far up your rear ends you will taste shoe polish!! Understood?!
CSO_Lorenzo says:
*XO* Sir, the bird is waking up.
 
ACTION: The entirity of QIb suddenly tilts hard to port, as beams hit it again, from the bird

CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: puts on a face of fire :: CO: Aye, sir.
CSO_Lorenzo says:
FCO: Evasive maneuvers!
Host Captain_Turner says:
::Turns to OPS:: OPS: Request denied!
XO_Q`tor says:
::snaps to:: CO: Sir, the thing is awake again
CSO_Lorenzo says:
FCO: Hard Starboard!
OPS_Augustus says:
CO: Aye
Sickbay says:
 *CMO*: Sir! Casualty reports coming in from all decks! The bird hit us again!
Host Captain_Turner says:
CTO/OPS: Dismissed!
Host Captain_Turner says:
ALL: Back to your stations!!
FCO says:
::tries furiously:: CSO: Impulse engines are down!  Engaging thrusters!
XO_Q`tor says:
*CSO*: Understood, evasive maneuvers!
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: Glares at OPS on the way out ::
Host Captain_Turner says:
::Heads for the bridge::
XO_Q`tor says:
::Leaves the RR::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
::returns to her station ::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
CEO: How is the cloak holding?
OPS_Augustus says:
::does his about face and looks at the CTO::
OPS_Augustus says:
CTO: After you
CEO_Jelis says:
*Engineering* Damage control teams to impulse engines, this is a priority!
Host Captain_Turner says:
CSO: Report!
XO_Q`tor says:
OPS: Prepare to disengage the cloak.
CEO_Jelis says:
CSO: The cloak's holding, but barely.
CSO_Lorenzo says:
CO: It's fired again Sir.
OPS_Augustus says:
XO: Aye
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
CO: Suggest red alert.
CMO_Kymar says:
*Sickbay*: Acknowledged! Try to stabilize, everyone you know what to do!
Host Captain_Turner says:
CTO: Aye red alert!
FCO says:
CSO: We're clearing orbit, attempting to gain distance!
CSO_Lorenzo says:
CO: Not again Sir.
CSO_Lorenzo says:
CO: This is what we came for.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: sounds red alert, locks phasers on the bird, readies torpedoes :: CO: Weapons locked.

CMO_Kymar says:
*CO*: I suggest we launch whichever shuttle we are going to, Captain. This may be our last chance to get anything on this bird

ACTION: As the QIb revs up, clearing the area, the bird follows, eyes still glowing, pursuing the same direction

Host Greg says:
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