QIb lutmey

The QIb Chronicles

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CMO_Kymar says:
::putting his PADD down on his desk:: Dr Jones: Put Sickbay on low alert, take Delta shift off-duty and bring Beta shift on. You're in change here until I get what I need from the bridge. Dismissed. ::walks out of his office he heads for a TL and sends it clunking and grinding to the bridge::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: at station ::
CEO_Jelis says:
::sitting at his console on the bridge::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::at science station 1 on the bridge.... running long range sensors towards Rhendus VII::
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
::sitting on the bridge feeling restless. Gets up and starts to wander around the bridge::
CNS-Shirley says:
::in office going  over some paperwork::
FCO says:
::turns to face the ACO:: ACO: Sir, we're four minutes out.
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
FCO: Standard polar orbit on arrival
CMO_Kymar says:
::the TL stops and he steps out onto the Bridge::
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
CSO: Anything on sensors yet?
CNS-Shirley says:
::picks up  records about the Doole Twins medical record::
CEO_Jelis says:
::checks in with his maintenance crews::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: scans the area for ships, weapons, and anomalies::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
ACO: Just the same eight planet system so far Commander.
CMO_Kymar says:
::walks over to the empty Sci2 console and logs in::
CNS-Shirley says:
::scratches head about what i am reading on these files::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: finds no ship signatures, weapons, or anomalies, just a planetary system ::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: initiates tachyon scans for cloaked vessels ::
CMO_Kymar says:
::keeps an eye on the distance from the planet, waiting until they are in orbit before running his medical scans::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
ACO: Eight planets in the system, Sir.
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
::feeling idgety sits back down::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::runs a planetary scan on each::
Stelakh says:
*COM* QIb:  Shuttlecraft Seleya to QIb, please respond.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: scans each planet for weapons, ships and anomalies ::
FCO says:
ACO: Sir, entering orbit, standard polar.
CSO_Lorenzo says:
ACO: Incoming communication Sir. Vulcan shuttle.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: puts Rhendus VII on screen ::
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
CSO: On screen
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::puts it on screen::
CMO_Kymar says:
::hears the FCO tell them that orbit has been achieved and begins his medical scans of Rhendus VII::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: turns her attention to the screen ::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: scans the shuttle ::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
ACO: No signs of any civilizations on any of the planets Sir.  ::runs scans of the atmospheres of the planets::
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
COM: Shuttle: This is Commander Q'tor of the IKS QIb. How can we be of assistance?
CEO_Jelis says:
::turns from his console to look at the incoming comm::
CEO_Jelis says:
::leaves various engineers hanging waiting to give their reports::
Stelakh says:
*COM* ACO:  Greetings, Commander.  I am Ambassador Stelakh of the Vulcan Diplomatic Corps.  Permission to dock.
CEO_Jelis says:
::wonders why the Vulcans are sending a diplomat here::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::runs scans over the planets looking for any signs of life... animal or plant::
CNS_Shirley says:
:::notices they have had early telepathic abilities...
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
*Stelakh*: Permission granted.
CMO_Kymar says:
::reads off his scans:: ACO: Billions of different life-forms on the planet, Commander. None are humanoid.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
::opens bay doors ::
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
::looks over at the CSO:: CSO: Is there a reason we would need a diplomat?
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
ACO: Bay doors open.
Stelakh says:
*COM* ACO:  Thank you, Commander.  Beginning docking procedures.
CSO_Lorenzo says:
ACO: I'm reading an M class planet Sir.  Small life forms detected so far.  Nothing unusual about the flora either.
CSO_Lorenzo says:
ACO: I don't know Sir.  ::doesnt look up.. but... smiles knowingly::  ACO: Perhaps Starfleet doesn't trust us with diplomats anymore?
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
ACO: Shall I escort the Vulcan to the bridge, sir?
CNS-Shirley says:
::starts walking around my office debating on what else to do and read on the Dooles twin.....::
Stelakh says:
::Activates docking procedures and awaits touchdown and pressurization of the docking bay.::
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
CTO: Have one of the security personnel on duty do it Commander
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
CSO/CMO: Life signs on the planet, but nothing humanoid?
CNS-Shirley says:
::self:: hmmmm  ::they are psychokinetic............
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: taps her combadge::*DloraH*: Please proceed to the shuttle bay and bring the new Vulcan diplomat to the bridge immediately.
Stelakh says:
::Powers down engines, reads atmosphere to be certain, then disembarks the shuttle.::
CMO_Kymar says:
ACO: There are billions Commander, fish, mammal, bird. But none are humanoid
CSO_Lorenzo says:
ACO: Not that I can detect Sir.  I am reading the same electromagnetic anomalies that were recorded by the S.S. Hambridge though.
DloraH says:
<DloraH>*CTO*: Aye, ma'am. ;: proceeds to the shuttle bay and waits ::
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
CMO: Any signs of intelligence?
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
CSO: What kind of EM anomalies?
CMO_Kymar says:
ACO: It is doubtful, sir. But I cannot tell from the scans at this distance.
Stelakh says:
DloraH:  ::Steps forward and raises his hand in the traditional Vulcan salute.::  I come to serve.
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::modifies sensors to analyze the EM disturbance::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: monitors the shuttle ::
CEO_Jelis says:
::takes another call from an engineering crew::
CMO_Kymar says:
::reads off some new scans:: ACO: the atmosphere is comprised of 15% oxygen, 10% argon, 70% nitrogen and 5% miscellaneous, non-harmful, gases. The oxygen content is lower than on earth, the air is a tad thin.
CEO_Jelis says:
ACO: Sir, a couple of my people are reporting minor hull damage on the port side, deck fourteen. Appears to just be abrasions from the last time we docked. Apart from that, the ship's a hundred and one percent.
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
CMO: Breathable?
CSO_Lorenzo says:
ACO: I'm not sure Sir.  The planet's EM field is slightly off.  The northern hemisphere of the planet seems to be ok though.
CMO_Kymar says:
ACO: Yes, but it would be like you were standing on the top of a mountain
Stelakh says:
::Lowers his hand and arches a brow at DloraH.::
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
CSO: What could cause something like that?
CSO_Lorenzo says:
ACO: The disturbance seems to be coming form an island about 20km off the shore of the main continent.
DloraH says:
:: sizes up the vulcan and shakes his hand though he thinks it is a nasty Terran habit ::
DloraH says:
Vulcan: This way.
Stelakh says:
::The arched brow arches further at the breech of etiquette, but follows.::
DloraH says:
:: Exits the lift on the bridge with a scowl and presents the Vulcan to the XO ::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
ACO: I can't tell from our distance Sir.
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
CEO: Commander, remind me to have the FCO responsible flogged the next time he scratches my ship.
CEO_Jelis says:
ACO: Aye, sir. I'll check records for his name.
Stelakh says:
ACO:  ::Once again raises his hand in the traditional salute.::  I come to serve, Commander.
CEO_Jelis says:
Self: You've been here before? This planet? 
FCO says:
::makes a note to fall ill when they're next docking anywhere::
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
::looks at the Vulcan:: Stelakh: I am Commander Q'tor, and you are?
DloraH says:
:: growls and sputters and stomps off the bridge ::
CEO_Jelis says:
Self: You can tell from just looking? It looks like hundreds of others.. you're probably mistaken.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: looks suspiciously at the Vulcan ::
Stelakh says:
ACO:  I have been assigned to the QIb, Commander.  Surely, that information was supplied to you.
OPS_Urgle says:
::notices the FCO going pale, and sniggers to himself::
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
CSO: Prepare a probe. I want to know what's special about that island.
CMO_Kymar says:
::looks up from his scans as the Vulcan speaks. It couldn't be...? Smiling to himself as he remembers the Chief Tactical Officer from the Orion::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: pulls her medical tricorder and covertly scans the Vulcan ::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
ACO: Aye Sir  :: Readies a Class III Planetary probe.::
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
Stelakh: Star Fleet has not always deemed it necessary for us to receive transfer orders in advance.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: closes her tricorder and goes back to scanning for anomalies ::
Stelakh says:
ACO:  Indeed. Most unusual.
CMO_Kymar says:
::brings up a second window to log the probe data that the CSO is sending to the planet::
Computer says:
::struggles to cope under the weight of two programs::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: routes more power to the computer ::
CMO_Kymar says:
::watches his console bring up an error message::
Stelakh says:
ACO:  Perhaps Starfleet Command felt there was some urgency in this case.
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::launches the probe and starts analyzing readings::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
ACO: Probe away Sir.

ACTION: The probe launches successfully, and dives down toward the planet

Host ACO_Q`tor says:
Stelakh: To say the least. ::turns to OPS:: OPS: Have the Ambassador assigned quarters and have somebody to assist him in getting settled.
CMO_Kymar says:
::blinks and selects "OK" and frowns as it restarts his console::
OPS_Urgle says:
CSO: I'm tying in additional bandwidth for your probes, Commander.

ACTION: The probe drops down through the atmosphere, flying towards the island

CSO_Lorenzo says:
OPS: Thank you Urgle.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: scans for communication capabilities ::
OPS Urgle says:
ACO: Aye, sir. CIV: Ambassador, If you'll wait a moment I'll have Ensign Porter show you to your quarters.
Stelakh says:
OPS: Thank you, Ensign.  Assistance will not be required.  I have studied this vessel's designs and schematics.  All that I require is the location of my quarters.
CMO_Kymar says:
::re-logs into his console and sets it to receive the Probe data::
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
Stelakh: I don't see the urgency in having an ambassador to survey an uninhabited planet. But then we've always been the ugly step child in the fleet.
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::puts the image on the view screen::
OPS_Urgle says:
CIV: Very well, Ambassador. I have temporary accommodation available on Deck 3, room 3-16. You'll be assigned permanent quarters within a few days.
Stelakh says:
ACO:  This may well be.  However, I believe that after your last diplomatic encounter with the French, it was deemed appropriate to provide assistance.
Stelakh says:
OPS:  ::Turns to OPS.::  Thank you, Ensign.

ACTION: On the screen, a few grey pixels slowly appear

Host ACO_Q`tor says:
::grins just a bit:: Stelakh: Very well Ambassador. I hope you will enjoy your stay on the QIb.
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::raises an eyebrow at the Vulcan::

ACTION: As the probe closes on them, they resolve, and appear to be large stones, erected in a circle, with a 31.4m radius

CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: thinks the Vulcan can go home now ::
Stelakh says:
ACO:  Thank you, Commander.
CSO_Lorenzo says:
ACO: It looks... placed Sir.
Stelakh says:
CMO:  ::Turns toward the lift, nodding almost imperceptibly as he does so.::  Greetings, Doctor.
CEO_Jelis says:
Self: Seems we have a new crewmember, at least for now. A Vulcan ambassador, name of Stelakh.
CMO_Kymar says:
::grins to himself as he remembers that slightly annoying tone in Stelakh's voice::
CEO_Jelis says:
Self: How am I supposed to know if he was *that* Stelakh? Ask him?
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::runs scans to see if there were humanoid life signs there in the past::
CEO_Jelis says:
Self: No. I am *not* asking him.
CMO_Kymar says:
Stelakh: It’s good to see you again, Commander
CNS-Shirley says:
::walks around my office thinking::
Stelakh says:
CMO:  ::Nods.::  Indeed.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: scans the stones ::
Stelakh says:
::Disappears into the lift.::
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
::looking at the screen:: ALL: Doesn't that look like......oh those big rocks on Earth.....What are they called?
CSO_Lorenzo says:
ACO: The druids Sir?
CMO_Kymar says:
::chuckles. "He's still a big-head SoB then?" Yup...::
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
CSO: No, Stone something.....
CEO_Jelis says:
ACO: Stone...something... I think ::realizes that doesn't help much::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
ACO: Stonehenge, sir?
 CEO_Jelis says:
CEO: CTO/ACO: That’s it.
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
CTO: That's it!
CMO_Kymar says:
CTO: Are you sure it wasn't Stonehedge? It looks like a hedge...
Stelakh says:
::Makes his way to his temporary quarters, wherein he deposits a small traveling case.  He looks around disdainfully for a moment at the room, then turns and heads back to the bridge.::
CEO_Jelis says:
CMO: That’s just the kitchen.
CMO_Kymar says:
CEO: You never know...
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
ALL: I don't know about anybody else, but I would say that that definitely points towards some sign of intelligence.
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::Runs deeper scans of the stone structure::
CNS-Shirley says:
::heads out to the bridge::
CEO_Jelis says:
ACO: It doesn't mean the intelligence is still around, though. They look pretty old and un-maintained....
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
*CNS*: Counselor Shirley, report to the bridge.
CMO_Kymar says:
ACO: I will attempt to date the stone, Commander. The age of the lichen will give us a rough estimate...::sets the probe to scan the lichen and reveal its age::
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
CEO: Agreed, but obviously someone has been here before.
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::inputs the residual bio signs into the QIb's database and runs a comparative search::
CEO_Jelis says:
ACO: It wouldn't surprise me if they were here, saw the place, and gave up and left, sir.
CNS-Shirley says:
::self::  he must have known I was coming...*ACO*:  on my way Sir.. ::with a slight giggle in voice::
Stelakh says:
::Steps out of the lift back on the bridge and takes up an inconspicuous position toward the back.::
CMO_Kymar says:
ACO: Commander, the scans show that the lichen is roughly half a million years old. We can assume that the stones are slightly older, but not by much
CNS-Shirley says:
::enters tl and says bridge::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::looks over at the Vulcan.... then gets back to analyzing her scans::
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
CSO: Scan for any signs of quarrying
Stelakh says:
::Turns his attention to the science station, and begins reading the screens.::
CNS-Shirley says:
::walks on the bridge::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: notes the Vulcan skulking about and growls ::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::modifies scans to comply with the Commander's wishes::  ACO: Aye Sir.
CNS-Shirley says:
ACO:  I am here Sir
CEO_Jelis says:
CMO: Is all the lichen half a million years old?
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
CNS: You can "sense" the presence of others can't you?
Stelakh says:
::Turns his attention to other consoles on the bridge.::
CEO_Jelis says:
~~~Julia: Something's not right about this place~~~
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: watches the new CNS with interest ::
CNS-Shirley says:
ACO:   Yes....
CSO_Lorenzo says:
~~~Arlin: Aye, but I don't sense anything definite yet.~~~
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
CNS: Are you sensing anything at all from that planet?
CMO_Kymar says:
CEO: The oldest is 500,000 years old, the rest is younger by a few years
Stelakh says:
::Approaches and looks down at the tactical console, without appearing to notice the CTO exists.::
CEO_Jelis says:
CMO: Younger by a few years, or a few years old?
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: Moves in front of her console blocking the CIV ::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
CIV : You may back off, Vulcan.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: clears her console ::
CNS-Shirley says:
ACO:  No, I don't sense anything.
CMO_Kymar says:
CEO: Younger by a few years, Commander
Stelakh says:
CTO:  Your disruptor alignment appears to be off by point zero, zero, zero, two, eight microns.  ::He says, stepping away without deigning to look at her.::
CEO_Jelis says:
CMO: So it’s all very old, and no recent growth?
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
CIV : You are mistaken, and you may leave.
CMO_Kymar says:
CEO: No, nothing recent
CEO_Jelis says:
CMO: Odd. So no growth for thousands of years at all?
Stelakh says:
CTO:  On the contrary, I am familiar with weapons systems.  However, you are the Chief Tactical Officer.
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
CNS: Stay alert to the possibility Counselor.
CEO_Jelis says:
CMO: I'm no botanist, but that seems wrong.
Stelakh says:
::Approaches the CMO.::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
CIV : You are WRONG, you know nothing.
CNS-Shirley says:
ACO:  yes Sir I will..
CMO_Kymar says:
CEO: There has been new growth being added to the old lichen all the time, but the lichens themselves began to grow half a million years ago
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::tries to run deeper scans of the metal she is reading beneath the stone structure::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: folds her hands behind her back and glowers darkly at the Vulcan insolence ::
CEO_Jelis says:
CMO: Ah, so there is growth from the last few years, then?
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
CTO: Commander! Attend to your duties. Stelakh: Ambassador: If you would please stay out of the way and let my crew perform their duties.
CMO_Kymar says:
::grins as Stelakh approaches:: Stelakh: Be wary, she dislikes other Chief Tac Officers
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
ACO: Aye, sir.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: pulls up her console and goes back to her scans ::
CMO_Kymar says:
CEO: Of course, lichen is constantly growing ::sighs impatiently::
Stelakh says:
CMO:  That is of little concern, Doctor.  I am, of course, correct.  May I view your readings at an available station?
CMO_Kymar says:
Stelakh: Go right ahead
CSO_Lorenzo says:
ACO: Sir, I'd like to go down to the planet and get scans up close.  ::looks over at the Doctor with a smile so he can help her convince Q'tor to let them go::
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
CSO: Commander, is this the source of the EM disturbances? ::indicates the rocks location::
CMO_Kymar says:
:;finishes off his scans:: ACO: Commander, I would like to recommend taking an away team down there for closer inspection.
Stelakh says:
::Finds an unused station and pulls up the scans.::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
ACO: It's coming from the same location Sir.
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
::looks at the CMO and CSO knowing they are conspiring::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: locks the CIV out of Tactical scans ::
CMO_Kymar says:
::grins disarmingly at the ACO::
CNS-Shirley says:
::shakes head no::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::smiles at Q'tor::  ACO: We'll get our scans done faster and with more details.  ::nods::
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
CSO: Very well Commander. Assemble your away team, including a security detail. There's something not right about this whole thing.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: raises an eyebrow at the CSO ::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
ACO: Aye Sir.  ::stands up::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: thinks Julia and her curiosity again with a smile ::
CEO_Jelis says:
::returns to checking in with the engineering crews::
Stelakh says:
ACO:  ::Turns away from the console.::  Commander, I wish to join the away team, with your permission.
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::looks over at the doctor and grins::  CMO: Get your kit doc.... we're going exploring.
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
Stelakh: Aren't you being a little over anxious for a Vulcan?
CMO_Kymar says:
::grins and logs off his console:: CSO: Sounds good, Commander. I could do with a walk
CEO_Jelis says:
::turns and watches the ACO and Ambassador with interest::
CEO_Jelis says:
~~~Julia: Be careful down there.... ~~~
Stelakh says:
ACO: I am not anxious Commander. This is an opportunity for knowledge.
CSO_Lorenzo says:
CTO: Do you have a tactical officer you would recommend joining the away team?
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: thinks the ACO is right, something is not right with the Vulcan ::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
CSO : Yes I recommend me.
CSO_Lorenzo says:
~~~Arlin: I will.~~~  ::smiles at the CEO::
Stelakh says:
ACO:  Further, before joining the Diplomatic Corps, I served as Chief Tactical Officer on the U.S.S. Orion, and may be of assistance.
Stelakh says:
::Turns an arched brow on the CTO.::
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
::looks the Vulcan over thinking those expressionless faces are the second most annoying thing in the galaxy...right up there with tribbles::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
CTO: I thought you hated away missions? ::turns towards the turbolift::   CTO: Grumbled enough during the last one.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: hits the CIV with a fully armed unflinching stare ::
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
Stelakh: Very well
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
CSO: Everyone is to be armed with phasers Commander
CEO_Jelis says:
::realizes things aren't going to go too smoothly with the CTO and their new CIV::
Stelakh says:
ACO: Thank you, Commander.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
CSO: Nevertheless, Julia I'll not put another in harms way.
CSO_Lorenzo says:
ACO: Aye Sir.
CMO_Kymar says:
::smiles and steps into the TL, taking a Field Surgeons kit from the compartment on the bridge with him::
CNS-Shirley says:
::walks around closer to the CTO to see if I can sense why she is acting the way she is::
Stelakh says:
::Steps into the lift.::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
CMO/CTO: I guess we're all packing today.  ::smiles.... and enters the turbolift to await the team::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: is already armed and heads for the TL ::
CMO_Kymar says:
CSO: How else do you go exploring? :;checks his med tricorder and his Phaser Pistol, drawing it out of his holster and setting it on heavy stun:: I know I'm packing ::grins::
OPS_Urgle says:
ACO: Want me to keep a permanent lock on the away team, sir?
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::Looks Stelakh over ... wondering what kind of Vulcan he is::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: Nods to the CMO ::
Host ACO_Q`tor says:
::starts wondering around the bridge feeling idgety again::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
CMO: may I inspect your weapon Doctor?
CMO_Kymar says:
::spins the Phaser Pistol around in his hand and offers it to Tigs:: CTO: Be my guest
CSO_Lorenzo says:
TL: Deck 3.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: unsets the weapon and begins to look it over ::
Stelakh says:
CTO:  I believe I am to be armed.
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: thinks it is a bit bulky, but should protect the Doctor adequately ::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
:: hands it back to the Doctor ::
CSO_Lorenzo says:
::Turbolift arrives on deck 3 and she steps out and heads for transporter room 2::
CTO_Ravenprowler says:
CIV: You mean you didn't arm yourself before you left the bridge? :: thinks how odd ::
CMO_Kymar says:
::smiles and takes his weapon back, prepping it and sliding it back in his holster:: CTO: I trust it was to your satisfaction?

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