Star Trek: A Call To Duty
U.S.S. Quirinus NCC-83942 - SD 10510.31

Starring:

Mitch Travis 		as 	Captain Sulek – CO
Keith LaHue		as	Commander Ben Pangborn – XO

…and…

Jeffrey Brown		as	Commander Kraight – CSO
Erin Cody-Allen 	as 	Lieutenant JG Adrienne Kostandinos-Michaels – TO
Christopher Dickinson 	as 	Lt. Commander Billy Bob Powers Jr. – CTO
Kurt Goring	 	as 	Lieutenant JG Soriq Ahkileez – FCO
James Homuth 	as 	Ensign Michael Jervase – MO
Kate McTiernan	as	Captain Joanna Matisse – CIV
Bryce Miller	 	as 	Ensign Royle Chandra – CEO
Karriaunna Scotti 	as 	Commander Azhure – CNS

                        …with…

Lynda Anderson	as	Lieutenant K’larg - EO
Christopher Gibson	as	Computer
Christopher Gibson	as	Flight Control Officer Dwight
Christopher Gibson	as	Praetor Maiel

                        …with…

Christopher Gibson      	as 	U.S.S. Quirinus – SM

Summary - Two shuttles, one runabout. The U.S.S. Veritas, a modified Starfleet runabout makes its way towards the Lilithine Homeworld of Lilitha. Their objective, to infiltrate the Sisterhood and locate an undercover Starfleet Intelligence Operative, Commander Iliana Kotlyarova.  The twin shuttles Payette and Bodnar have departed from the U.S.S. Quirinus and tear through the atmosphere of Zeta Coyvan VII at blinding speed. Crammed with the senior staff and security specialists from the Quirinus, they are on their way to investigate the ruined remains of a previous Starfleet survey on the planet.  Two shuttles on the surface, the Vyborg and the Vesna have been torn to shreds. By what? No one is really sure. Captain Sulek and Commander Powers are preparing for the worst...and trust me, they're severely under prepared. Let the chaos being...

=/\==/\=BEGIN U.S.S. Quirinus Mission - "Storm Fronts - All Hallow's Eve"=/\==/\=

CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::His TR-116 strapped against his back, Bill checks the power setting on his type III rifle once more, then runs a diagnostic on his tricorder::
TO_LtJg_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::turns her rifle over on her lap, examining it for the hundredth time before they land::
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
::checks her tool kit and equipment pack::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::On shuttle:: COM: Shuttle Two: Make approach and land securing perimeter.  Ahkileez:  Establish cover pattern.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ :: Entering the system, she brings the shuttle out of warp.::  CIV:  5 minutes to arrival time.  Have we got our cover story straight?
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::in the back of the shuttle, double checking his medical equipment::
Host FCO_Dwight says:
::He brings the shuttle alongside and smiles over at Ahkileez:: CO: On approach, sir...::He flashes the Vulcan pilot a smile once more and pulls away quickly::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: scanning the landing area ::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::trims the shields back to standard configuration as they clear the fierce buffeting of the upper atmosphere and settle in to a smooth decent glide:: ::glances at his screens to confirm the position of the second shuttle:: CO: Aye, Captain. ::shallows the glide to keep overhead::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::notices the smile and makes a note to remind Flight Officer Dwight not to be happy about flying to an evil shuttle-killing planet::

ACTION - The U.S.S. Veritas drops out of warp and is immediately scanned. It seems they've passed an outer perimeter, and have been detected.

CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@::Looking out the view port:: CNS: Where did the time go?  I'm ready as ever.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::gives an approving nod, and closes his pack, before rejoining the rest of his team::
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
::makes sure his da'tagh is secure in its sheath::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: points out the landing zone to Sulek :: CO: This area seems free of debris, sir.
Host Praetor_Maiel says:
ACTION - The Payette and Bodnar tear through the air and pass through a thick layer of clouds. Sensors detect a storm front nearing their landing site. It'll arrive in about 20 minutes...
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
::walks over to where the CTO and the rest of the team is assembling::
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
TO/Tacs: As soon as we land, we're going to make a circle at ten meters from the shuttle, full scans.  No one is to be out of sight of the two other crewmen on either side of you.  Once the site is decidedly clear, we'll begin searching for the other shuttles.
TO_LtJg_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::nods:: CTO: Sounds good.
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
CTO: Ready when you are sir.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ CIV:  You might want to hail them before we try landing... shuttle well done is not on the menu.
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
EO: Your task should be to get an emergency transport site set up as soon as we give the clear.  I believe we brought several sets of pattern enhancers.
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@::Lets out a small laugh:: CNS: That is a wise idea. :: smiles::
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
CTO: Yes they are here sir and I have checked them all out and they are 100%.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Set landing coordinates.  COM: Shuttle two.  Set to landing coordinates as follows.  Kraight: Send
Host Praetor_Maiel says:
::The black skinned Maiel stumbles around in the back of one of the shuttles, packing up some sort of large kit that almost looks like a briefcase. He glances over at Kraight and smiles:: CSO: We there yet?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Sending...
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::watches as the planet gets closer, and tilts his head faintly:: All: Doesn't look like a doom planet... ::shrugs idly::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ :: Takes the shuttle to 1/4 impulse.::
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
EO: Excellent.  ::Waits for the shuttle to land, almost chomping at the bit to have the door open and move::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
PM: Almost, Praetor. Given the apparent fate of the shuttles that went before us, caution is advisable.

ACTION - As the Veritas makes its way into the system sensors detect a large orbital station around Lilitha. Ships seem to move to and from the massive complex - a station that seems to dwarf Crossroads in size.

FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::glances over at one of the auxiliary displays as it beeps softly:: CO: Captain, we have a weather system approaching the landing zone. The weather front is producing a low grade thunderstorm. The shuttles should be safe, but the away team will need to get inside to avoid lightning.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::checks the sensor read out:: COM/All: We have a storm approaching, We will have little time.  Let's step it up folks.
TO_LtJg_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::glances out the window, never having been a fan of spending time on planets::
Host Computer says:
@COM: Veritas: Please transmit identification codes.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ CIV:  Our welcoming committee.  :: Reaches over to activate the codes.::

ACTION - The clouds part and below the team they can see a vast expanse of green grass, towering trees and endless foliage. In the distance great mountains rise up, a black horizon laying beyond,.

CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@COM: Station: This is the shuttle Veritas, requesting permission to dock.  ::Gets the codes provided by Starfleet ready::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::waits until the allotted time has passed without a problem before circling around and reducing speed and altitude before hitting breaking thrusters and lowering the Bondar lightly to the surface:: Self: Thank you for flying Ahkileez Spaceways, don't forget to tip your hostesses. ::reduces power to the engines and starts bringing the ship to standby::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ CIV:  Codes already sent.  :: Looks at the station::  I thought we were to go to the planet. :: Adjusts her course for the station.::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::watches out port as the other shuttle lands and the Tactical team disperses with the Bondar shortly behind::
Host Computer says:
@COM: Veritas: Processing.
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::Guesses the other shuttle wasn't going to circle for a while.  As the door opens, he waves, and flips open his tricorder::  All: Let's move! ::Phaser at the ready::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::waits for the shuttle to touch down, before pulling out his tricorder::
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
::pulls his phaser and grabs the pattern enhancers and leaves with the team::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
ALL: Teams to duty point.  Kraight: Atmospheric conditions still show breathable?
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@::Cringes:: CNS: I misspoke.  Dammit.  I'll correct when they hail back.
TO_LtJg_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::shoulders her phaser rifle and exits, she and the other tactical officers setting up the circular perimeter as directed::
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
::is right behind the CTO::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ CIV:  It is OK mom... I am an over achiever.  :: smiles.::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Very much Class-M, sir.

ACTION - The security teams spread out and do their job like the experts they are. They signal all clear.

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::moves to lock and opens door:: All: Time to move out.
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@CNS: Us young-uns make mistakes sometimes too.  ::Laughs:: You are going to be a pain in the butt... I can tell already.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::sets the tricorder to scan for lifesigns, then moves to follow the CO::
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
CTO: Just tell me where you want the transporter pattern enhancers and you got it.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::steps off the shuttle into the clearing::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: Area secure?
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
EO: Set them between the shuttles... central location.
TO_LtJg_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::looks around one last time:: CTO: It's all clear.
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::slips on a Starfleet issue heavy coat and walks down the ramp, hitting the control to close it::
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
CO: All clear... for now, sir.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ CIV:  I was always a good girl... until I left home.  :: Brings the shuttle to a stop.::
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
::nods:: CTO: Understood.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: Maintain scans. Assign TOs to each team.
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
::goes about his task of setting up the pattern enhancers and redoes the diagnostics to be sure::
Host Computer says:
@COM: Veritas: Codes approved. Proceed to docking bay Alpha-574.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: follows Sulek ::  CO: Mmmmm... it's quite humid. Feels like home.
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
::mutters something in Klingon about it being to humid::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::walks around to the front of Bondar and leans against the bow, crossing his arms and looking towards the approaching storm::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ :: Activates a map to locate the bay, then slowly brings the shuttle to the docking air lock.::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: I have noticed.  I find it a bit uncomfortable, personally.  Time to see what you can retrieve from the databases.
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@COM: Station: Permission to change course and proceed planet side, shows what happens when men speak in the back ground, an outer distraction.
TO_LtJg_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::has one hand on the shoulder strap of her TR-116 and the other on her tricorder, looking for anything out of the ordinary::
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::Assigns a TO to assist with the base, keeping it secure, then the others to the teams::  TO: You and I will stay with the Captain.  CO: Captain, the shuttles are reading at about 200 meters north.
TO_LtJg_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::nods to the CTO and takes up a position on one side of the CO::
Host Praetor_Maiel says:
::Maiel stumbles along behind the away team with his case and looks around:: Outloud: Breath-taking - just like I imagined it to be. CO: Captain, we should head for the shuttles...
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ :: Looks over at Matisse, waiting to see what happens next.::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::thinks this really isn't all that breath taking, but stays quiet for the moment::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Maiel: I agree.  Where do you think the inhabitants would be?  ::begins moving off toward the shuttle remains::
TO_LtJg_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::inwardly shivers at the sound of the Praetor's voice - something about him still reallly bothers her::
Host Computer says:
@COM: Veritas: Processing request. ::The computer voice goes quiet:: Approved. Tactical Escort 18603 shall accompany shuttle Veritas to surface.
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::His nostrils fill with the planetary air, the wind, the smell of rain... Bill takes point of the team, his rifle beacon lighting the way::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::moves off with the CO:: CO: I'm not picking anything up that would class as the kind of inhabitants we're looking for, captain.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ :: With a nod pulls away from the station.::  CIV:  Mom, when I am done with this flight, will I get my official license?
Host Praetor_Maiel says:
::He ponders the question for a moment and glances around. He stops and points north, towards the dense part of the forest:: CO: Our best assumptions believe that the Xherivhan people actually were a species of avian descent...
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@CNS: You hear it, slow and steady to the surface.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: follows :: CO: Same here, sir. Nothing that could be sentient.
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::Over his shoulder::  Maiel: I'm sorry... did you say avian?
Host Praetor_Maiel says:
::He gives a big smile and nods::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Jeverse: I am not surprised.  Still the damage to the shuttles would indicate that there was something or someone here.
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@CNS: Oh of course, once you reach the legal driving height, say 5 foot 5 at least

@ACTION - As the Veritas makes their way towards the station and large triangular vessel, about the size of a runabout, pulls up alongside them. The two craft make their way towards Lilitha.

TO_LtJg_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::thinks it's getting more and more interesting all the time::
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::Frowns lightly... at least humanoids are grounded, flighted species could come from anywhere::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Maiel: With the incoming storm, we may have to wait to explore further out.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ :: Puts their shuttle back onto original co-ordinates.::  CIV:  Hey... I am half an inch over that.
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
CTO: Just a thought.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ CIV:  Talk about busy... :: moves out of the way of an oncoming shuttle, adjusting their path to fit in with the pattern of the others.::
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@::Looking out the viewport again:: CNS: Lots of traffic, much more then I had expected/
Host Praetor_Maiel says:
CO: We'll just have to press on then...::He smiles::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ CIV:  I am taking us down... I think.  :: Shake her head.::  I have never flown with this much traffic before.  I will deserve my license after this.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::scans for anything that would appear to be mobile near the shuttles aside from the team::

ACTION - Three small cargo vessels tear across the Veritas' viewport and proximity sirens go off. The pilot of the last ship gives Azhure an inappropriate gesture in a manner not polite for a woman.

FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::watches the distant flashes and listens to the soft, low rumble of the approaching thunder::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Ahkileez*: If the storm moves in, we may need a fast lift.  ::noting the distant thunder::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ For the love of... :: Makes a quick adjustment.::  CIV:  People who do not know how to drive, should not be allowed out.  :: Dips the ship downward onto another 'path' of vehicles.::
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@CNS: Honey, I don't want you ever to mimic that last driver
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::looks in the direction of the departing away team and waves:: *CO*: Yes sir. We'll be ready to go.
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
::is right behind the CTO::

ACTION - Members of the Quirinus crew make their way into the woods, with the security personnel moving ahead to clear the way...

CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ CIV:  Mom, I know of better ways to deal with them... you know... that medical degree I am thinking about?  :: smiling slows the shuttle to hovering and slowly takes it down to the padd.::
Host FCO_Dwight says:
FCO: Nice flying back there...
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::Picking his way through, silently ticking off the meters, assuming someone else is watching a tricorder - his senses are enough for him at the moment::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::continues to scan, limiting readings to things that are in the immediate area of the shuttles in question::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::uncrosses his arms:: Dwight: Thank you for your observation, Flight Officer. Is the Payette on Fast-Ready Standby?

@ACTION - A civilian craft speeds past the Veritas and cuts them off. The escort vessel alongside the Veritas suddenly fires a beam of blue energy and the civilian craft explodes in a burst of flames. Pieces of bulkhead hit the runabout's shields...

EO_Lt_K`larg says:
::scans area with his tricorder keeping one eye on the CTO::
Host FCO_Dwight says:
FCO: Aye sir...I'm ready for anything...::He smiles once more at the Vulcan::
TO_LtJg_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::glances around at the trees and listening to the approaching sound of the storm::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ :: Jumps, her eyes widening::  CIV:  Ummm... rule number one, don't cut people off...
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@::Eyes open wide:: CNS: what was that! ::Gets closer to the window::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::almost frowns:: Dwight: Is something wrong with your face?
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
CSO: Still not picking up anything, Commander?

ACTION - As the team make their way through the woods, Adrienne and Sulek both notice something odd in the distance - a skull?

CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CTO: Nothing that could be considered a potential sentient, sir.
TO_LtJg_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::holds up her hand indicating to the rest of the team:: CO/CTO: Do you see that?  ::points::
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
CSO: Sir I concur.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ CIV:  Male driver?  :: Brings the shuttle to the pad, noting her hands slightly shaking.::
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
::stops::
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::Holds up his hand and stands, stopping movement::  TO: Direction?
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@CNS: Get us down, and I’ll meet you in the back.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kostaninos-Michaels:  Indeed.  Jervase: It would seem that we have something for you, Doctor.
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@::Moves to the back and get there bags ready, before putting on her cap::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ CIV:  We are down... starting shut down procedures.  I have also put in an emergency beam signal should we need it.
TO_LtJg_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::points up into one of the trees:: CTO: That skull, hanging from that vine, 2 o'clock.
TO_LtJg_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
CTO:  Seems we have a little more evidence for them being avian....
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: follows the TO's indication, scans the skull ::
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::Sweeps his rifle around to the two o'clock area and scans visually::  All: Readings?
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
CTO: Avian??? Air species?
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ :: Finished, stands and moves to the back.::
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
::changes tricorder for reading of both humanoid and avian species::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::nears the skull, and runs a scan of it... just shakes his head::
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
CTO: This humidity is horrible.  Makes me itch under my uniform.
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@::Passes her the small of the bags:: CNS: Lets get the show started. ::Picks up the bigger of the bags::

ACTION - A light rain begins to spray down on Ahkileez and Dwight. The storm continues to rage in the distance...

CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
EO: It is a distraction.  Ignore it.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
CO: Captain... this isn't good.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::continues following the Doctor to the skull:: Jervase: Doctor?
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ The smaller bags in hand, moves to the hatch and taps in the command for it to open.  She pauses a moment to get her bearings.::
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
CTO: Trying to sir.  ::scratches again::
TO_LtJg_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::didn't need the mental image of the EO itching under his uniform, but also is not a fan of weather, having spent so much of her life on ships and space stations::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
CO: By all appearances, looks like it used to belong to a Betazoid female... 24 years old.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Jervase: How long has it been here?
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::ignores the spat-spat-spat of the raindrops against the synthetic material of his coat:: Dwight: We'll need to go inside before this weather system is overhead.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: taps his tricorder controls ::  CO: Checking the crew manifest of the Karelian, sir...
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@:: Steps down and waits.::
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@::Steps down and offers her hand:: CNS: Smile and keep those beautiful eyes open...to everything
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::Thinks they could grab the skull, survey the scene, and move on.... there's no need to take this long::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::Looks around the storm is on their heels:: Jervase: Take it with us.  We can check as we go.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::cringes:: CO: Looks like it's been here about two years... or so. Would definitely class as coincidentally problematic.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Sir... Ensign Jenna Maye was a Betazoid tactical officer aboard the Karelian. She was 24 at the time the ship was lost.  :: solemn pause ::   DNA match confirmed, sir.
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
CTO: Sir I have reconfigured my tricorder for avian species as well as humanoid species.  Should make detecting anything easier.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ CIV:  Always mom.  We need to head down this street, then take a left on Blazada which will take us through an open market.  If we can get through that, we should pass muster later.
Host FCO_Dwight says:
FCO: I don't know about you Vulcans but I quite enjoy the rain. ::He grins and looks up - then suddenly freezes in place::
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
EO: Excellent precaution.  ::Is tense and worked up::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::furrows his brow and looks up:: Dwight; What is it?
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
CTO: Sir I may not be Betazoid but I do feel the excitement of a hunt myself.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Well, at least we have something to tell her family.  ::begins moving on down the trail::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: very quietly :: CO; Yes, sir.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
CO: There's nothing we can do with it now... too badly decayed to accomplish anything but identification. ::follows everyone else::
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@::Brings her shoulders up, chest out and starts her walk:: CNS: Hold on to that bag, keep it out of site.  No planet can ever be crime free.

ACTION - Richard Dwight stands there, unmoving.

CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
All: Move on!  ::Waves to compound his words as he begins lurking through the trees again::
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
::cautiously walks behind the CTO::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Distance to shuttle remains?
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ CIV:  Can we go shopping while at the market?  :: smiles as she looks around at the various people, a frown touching her brow.::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Twenty meters, sir.
TO_LtJg_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::fingers the shoulder strap on her rifle, feeling edgy since the discovery of the skull::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::grips and shakes his shoulder:: Dwight: Flight Officer, are you all right?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
All: Let's pick up the pace.  Our time grows short.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he cover the remaining few meters at a quick pace::
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::As they approach the shuttles::  Tac: Tactical, perimeter, 5 meters.
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::snaps his fingers in front of the young man's eyes and frowns, tapping his badge:: *CO* Ahkileez to Sulek.

ACTION - Members of the away team come out through the trees and before them lies a wide open clearing with small purple flowers blossoming. Two shuttles rest peacefully in tall grass, the outer hulls torn to shreds.

CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: begins an intensive close-range scan of the wreckage ::
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
::crouches and stops:: CTO: Sir I don't like it. Too quiet.

ACTION - Ahkileez meets static...

TO_LtJg_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::comes up on the clearing, looking around for anything suspicious, or any more body parts:: Self:  It would look so peaceful if not for the double shuttle wreckage...
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@CNS: Oh maybe later.  Next time I’ll get you some sweets. I believe we turn here.
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::takes a quick look around before lifting Dwight over his shoulder and carrying him to the back of the shuttle::
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
EO: I cannot admit to enjoying anything about this.  If you brought enhancers, we could get out of here...
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::scans the shuttle as they approach it, much as of he expected an ambush at any particular moment:: Self: Just because I minored in tactical does not a willing participant in combat make.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ :: Takes a left, dodging the many people.  Just ahead she can see the market.  It is very large, almost intimidating so.::  Ya know... I don't ever remember wanting to be taller.
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
::smiles:: CTO: A good EO and Klingon never leaves home with out pattern enhancers.

@ACTION - The level of sound on Lilitha is amazing, and is only matched by the beauty of the area. Voices are raised, the sounds of computers fill the air and just the regular bustle of a metropolis. The architecture is fanciful, all white and modern. Beautiful.

EO_Lt_K`larg says:
::points to his pack::
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
CTO: I saved a few for travel just incase.
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@::Tightened her grip and walked through the sworm of women in the market::

ACTION - Click. The last Tactical Officer clears the trees and her foot steps on a trip line. A wood spike suddenly flies out of the woods and impales her through the side of the head. Before anyone can react she drops to the ground, dead.

CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::Hasn't stopped scanning the sky with his eyes.  It might be dark, but the lightning helps... his head whips around at the noise::
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
ALL: Booby Traps
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ CIV:  OK... can I mention now that I am feeling rather claustrophobic with all these people?  :: Shifts slightly to avoid being knocked over.::
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
CTO: Told you it was too quiet.
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::while everyone else looks, Michael does one better and heads in her direction, running a scan of her just in case::
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
CTO: Better stay put booby traps all over.
TO_LtJg_Kostandinos-Michaels says:
::hears the click and whirls around, then freezes - not wanting to set off any more traps::  ALL: Nobody move - there could be a lot more where that came from
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
All: Stay where you are.  Powers: Tactical, clear the area to the shuttles.
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::lowers the ship's ramp and carries Dwight inside, lowering him gently on the flight bench before walking to the cockpit:: ::notices the other security officer standing stiff in the rain before activating the ship's communications system:: *CO*: Bondar to Captain Sulek. Respond please.

ACTION - The wooden spike sticks out of the tactical officers head as she lays down on the ground, unmoving. Her eyes remain open in shock.

CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: turns, stares as the tac officer dies before his eyes ::

ACTION - Once again, Ahkileez only gets static, and more rain of course...

EO_Lt_K`larg says:
::shakes it off::
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@::Smiles wide:: CNS: Oh don't be silly dear, we'll be home soon.  ::Pulls the CNS behind her and walks a bit quicker through the crowd::
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::There's not an impossible task... with a careful scan, Bill attempts to pick out places where other traps might be, investigating carefully::
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
::cautiously puts his hand on his da'tagh and probes the ground in front of him::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::growls lowly in anger but tries to keep his emotions under control:: Bondar: Open a channel to the Quirinus and route it to my communicator. ::dashes outside to get the other tactical officer *Quirinus*: Away Team to the Quirinus
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::folds his tricorder closed, and just shakes his head, returning to the rest of the team::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ :: Quite glad to let her break the wave, follows behind, her eyes moving from various individuals, some giving off a similar sense of power that Qui had.  Interesting... most interesting.  A genetic scan was in order.::
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
CTO: Nothing in front of me directly sir.

ACTION - The computer doesn't respond to Ahkileez's command. Around him the storm continues to rage. Lightning strikes hit a grouping of trees to the south and east.

CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
All: Looks like the path to the shuttles is clear... but no one leaves this clearing.  The perimeter has several suspicious spots.
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::grunts a bit as he lifts the heavier security officer over his shoulder and carries him back to the shuttle, tapping his badge with his free hand:: *Bondar* Computer respond!
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: Understood.
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
CTO: You want me to set up my  little travel pattern enhancers?
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
CO: Not that I have to say it... but she was dead before she hit the ground, sir.

ACTION - The air crackles with energy and from the south the sound of an unusual growling can be heard.

CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Sir, you should know... there are energy traces from both derelict shuttles that match the temporal distortions we found aboard the Quirinus.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ CIV:  Mom, there should be a side street not toomuch further ahead.  Dezzelled.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Jervase: Note the circumstance for the record.  Died while on duty.
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@CNS: No daughter of mine will be shy, oh no, that’s unacceptable.  ::Finds it harder and harder to keep her eyes on the road ahead and trying to get in as much info as possible.::
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
::nods::
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
EO: I think that would be wise... CO: Captain, I suggest we beam out from here, and not attempt to trek back,
MO_Ens_Jervase says:
CO: At the least, I should return to the Quirinus with the body, captain.
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::slow his stride, shifting the security officer's weight on his shoulder some as he listens over the rain, looking in the direction of the sound:;
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@::Quickly pulls them into the side street:: CNS: Almost there...::Trying to make the statement into the question.::
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
CTO: already ahead of you sir.  ::places the third and then the fourth pattern enhancer and quickly does another diagnostic::

ACTION - The trees have begun to fall prey to the shadows and are encased in darkness. From the depths of the woods Ahkileez can see two distinct red eyes glowing, watching him intently.

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Indeed.  Perhaps that would explain why we could not scan the inhabitants.  Powers: Agreed.  Set pattern enhancers and see if we can get a direct beam to shuttle or ship.  Jervase: I think we might return when the storm clears and we can get closer.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ :: sotto voice so that only Matisse can hear.::  CIV:  Remind me to tell you about my adventure as an Orion slave girl many years ago.
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
CTO: Pattern enhancers in place and ready to go.
Host Praetor_Maiel says:
CO: Captain, no...we can't leave!
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
Maiel: And why not?  ::A little too loudly::
Host Praetor_Maiel says:
::Maiel grabs Sulek and pulls on his sleeve. His eyes are wide and intent::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::lingers on the eyes for a moment before picking up his pace to the back of the shuttle:: Tac: Let's get you inside, Crewman.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Sir, pattern analysis of the damage to the shuttles indicate that the damage was most likely done by an animal... one with very large claws. I am also reading DNA similar to that found on the scale Mr. Ahkileez analyzed.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Maiel: We will return, Praetor.  The situation is now indicating too much danger to approach.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ :: Notes the street. Quietly.::  CIV:  There it is... and none to soon for me.
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
::now pulls out the big da'tagh and openly brandishes it::
CTO_LtCmdr_Powers says:
::feeling that nothing is right about this... his gut is churning with anxiety, but his eyes are sharp::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Then our intruder was capable of much damage.
EO_Lt_K`larg says:
CTO: Something is not right.
CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@CNS: Some things I really don't want to know about my daughter. ::Hurries into the building::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: nods ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ CIV:  We are located on the top floor.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Maiel: If you have a reason other than your life's desire, please state it; otherwise, it is time to regroup and develop a cleaner plan of approach.

ACTION - In the back of Soriq's mind he gets a sense, a tingle. His mind has been scanned. His vision begins to blur and time seems to begin to slow around him...

CIV_Capt_Matisse says:
@::Leads the way up the stairs::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ :: Follows, glancing behind them as they go.::
FCO_LtJG_Ahkileez says:
::feels his knees buckle and almost drops the tactical officer before slumping against the shuttle and letting the other man's body slide to the mud::
Host Praetor_Maiel says:
CO: I have a perfectly good reason...::He motions over to the north::

ACTION - Praetor Maiel motions north of the away team and past the shuttles. On the edge of the trees the group can make out what appears to be a stone alter of sorts...and on it...an impaled Trill man...

=/\==/\=END Mission=/\==/\=