U.S.S. Quirinus Mission 10708.13

starring

Mitch Travis 	as Captain Sulek
Keith LaHue	as XO Ben Pangborn
Christopher Dickinson	as CTO Billy Bob Powers
Jeffrey G. Brown 	as CSO Kraight
James Homuth	as CMO Michael Jervase
Karriaunna Scotti	as Counselor Azhure

and
Chris Dickinson	Ship Manager

MISSION PROLOGUE: The USS Quirinus continues to orbit around Hais V.  Their short journey for the wedding of two of their officers has turned into a convenience for Starfleet to locate one of the Federation's missing archaeologists.  The Quirinus crew will be leading a search and possibly rescue mission on the planet...

=/\==/\= BEGIN U.S.S. Quirinus Mission 10708.13 =/\==/\=
=/\==/\= Gifts of Fortune and Danger – Episode 1 =/\==/\=

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::on bridge::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::On the bridge, looking over the information they have::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: at Science One, studying the information on the missing scientist and the conditions on Hais ::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: We don't have much to go on so far. Think we should put together an way team?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: turns ::  CO: Captain, I have some recommendations.
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::in sickbay, finishing up a simulation with his trauma team and starting with the cleanup::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: I am waiting to see how Commander Azhure's contact with the Hais local government goes.  It may determine if we send down one team or split into more.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Understood.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Your recommendations are of course welcome.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@:: In her old quarters on Abertura, working on contacting Syarta and setting things up..::

CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: We will not be able to use shuttles to search the mountain, given the sensitive hearing of the Haisians. However, Engineering can easily modify several Class III planetary probes to be quiet enough to use in the search.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Be sure Azhure knows this so she can include in her conversation.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Furthermore, we cannot rely on biosensors... but ordinary thermal sensors do not seem to be affected by the masking field in the vicinity of the mountain.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: You may use those scans in the mountain region only.  I am sure with the presence of all those in the area, they are used to scans.
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::things relatively calmed down, he steps to one side and goes over the shift change routine with ensign Selara::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Dr. Buuren is a Kaelon, and his normal body temperature will be in the range of 34 to 36.2 degrees. We can scan for any lifeform emitting that level of thermal energy.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ *Secretary*: I know Syarta is busy, but he I still need to speak with him, please.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Granted.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Then with your permission, I will instruct Engineering to begin modifying the probes.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Yes, but wait until we get clearance from the local officials.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ *Secretary*: Thank you...  :: waits for the visual to shift faces.::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: looks slightly hurt ::  CO: I would not think of launching without your authorization, sir.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Of course, but unclear communication often has ill effect.  I was merely being cautious.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: grins at Sulek, then turns back to his console and transmits specifications to Engineering, as well as the updated search plan to Azhure's tricorder ::
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::nods a couple times, removing his lab coat enroute his office and slinging it over the back of the chair:: Selara: ... And have medteam 3 stand by with triage units. Not that I expect to use them... but Murphy has a habit of saying hello.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ :: Gives a nod of respect:: *Syarta*: It is good to see you again.  It was a pleasure to have you at my wedding.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CO: Looks like our options are somewhat limited. We'll have to do the best with what we've got.

CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ :: After a polite exchange, she outlines the situation for him.::
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::gets a strange look from his new departmental second, and just... shrugs:: Selara: Old Earth reference. Look it up some day. ::gets the conversation back on track:: Until the fleet ships me another senior doctor, you're the new beta shift supervisor. I'll make the notation in the duty roster for commander Pangborn before I leave today. Which... ::glances at the growing stack of PADDs on his desk:: may not be 'til gamma.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: If it were easy...
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CO: Then we wouldn't be here ::grin::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Bill Powers is in the Command and Control Center of Abertura, negotiating with M'Tor for resources that the Quirinus might need ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ :: Nods her head::  *Syarta*: I understand and will relay the information.  I thank you for your time.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ :: Sits back with a puff of breath.::  No surprises there...  :: After a moment, contacts the ship.::
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::nods as she fills him in on a few minor developments, the meeting comes to a close and he dismisses her, turning his attention to the indicated paperwork::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ *CO*: Captain, I have permission from the Hais representative to proceed with our search.  It was as we suspected.  They will permit the search, but will not offer any assistance.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Azhure* Did they object the use of probes?
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::signs off on a few physicals, gets to the finalizing of shift rotations, makes a... minor adjustment to the nurses' schedule, and sends the updated roster for approval::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ *CO*: No problem; but we are to recover them and they are not to crash.  We are reminded as well that we cannot use shuttles.  Commander Powers is working on setting up transportation for us.  :: smiles::  You might want to bring a helmet.
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::gets up after a few minutes, shakes his head, and steps out of his office:: Self: Too much paper pushing... am I a doctor or a bureaucrat?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Azhure* Understood.  We are sending probes and teams will assemble to meet Powers and you on station. Sulek out.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ *CO*: One other thing.  It is very, very important, that those who beam down are on their absolute best behavior.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::looks at Sulek::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Picking up a padd she had been keeping notes on, she exits her quarters and heads for the Command Center ::

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Launch the Probes and tap into Abertura sensor net.  *Azhure* Of course.  I rely on you to help us navigate local customs.
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::steps out of sickbay, and heads down the standard, nondescript corridor, for a lift to take him back to his quarters and a good book... or maybe just a coffee and the latest psychological evaluation from Amunsen::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Aye, sir.   :: taps the necessary controls on his console ::
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::steps out of the lift on the appropriate deck, nods to a passing crewman, and heads for his quarters::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: Once telemetry is in, we will need to assemble the team and beam down to the Station.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CO: I'll make sure they're ready
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Probes entering the atmosphere. ETA to the mountain four minutes.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CSO/*CMO*:  Prepare to beam down as soon as we gather what we can from the probes.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
XO: Acknowledged.  :: pause ::   What did Commander Azhure mean by "bring a helmet"?
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::steps into his quarters, and immediately heads for the replicator, stops about halfway, changes his mind, and heads for his desk instead... calls up what he can from the database on their missing doctor:: *XO*: Aye, sir.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: Since we are on our best behavior, I believe we should probably take mostly senior staff.  I too will accompany you. :: raised eyebrow :: I shall endeavor not to kill a local ambassador.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CSO: Not real sure about that....
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
XO: I have found it prudent to follow her advice in the past.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::stoic:: CO: As you should.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::almost a sigh:: Pangborn: It is true, my attempts at humor are often like a fish out its element.
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::calls up the missing doctor's most recent information medically, downloads it into his tricorder so he'll know pretty much what he's looking for::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CSO: It does. It's very possible we will need them.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CO: But you're getting better at least
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: I believe, Azhure's reference was to what we may have to settle on as a mode of transportation.

CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Arriving in the Command Center, she locates Bill::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: The probes have arrived at the mountain. Commencing grid search...   :: monitors data stream ::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: As soon as the probes have completed their pass, send a return signal and have them tractored aboard.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
@:: Looks over at Azhure ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ CTO: How are things going?
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::the download complete, he moves to the sofa and flops down on it, sitting for the first time without something administrative to do since the start of his shift this morning::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
@CNS: As M'Tor put it... the station's not going anywhere anytime soon.  What did we really need?
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ CTO: Mostly all we need are the ATWVs... and some driving instructions for some.  :: her eyes twinkle as she looks meaningfully at him.::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
@CTO: One of them is out, and the station would like to have one on hand.  We can take two of them out.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ CTO: We shouldn't need any more.  I would like to leave the aeroshuttle for an emergency.  The captain is having a probe go out.  I wish him well on any information they get.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: turns ::  CO: The probes have completed their scans, sir. Nothing found on the surface. However, there is a system of caves beneath the mountain, and some of them may  --  and I emphasize may  --  have had thermal readings matching our search parameters. There's no way to tell, save sending an away team.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Well then... we go to the station.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: nods ::  CO: Aye, sir.  :: stands ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ :: adds::  CTO: And we got the response we expected from Syarta.  Anything new we need to know about around here?¿
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::Stands:: Ops: Notify the station we are on our way down.  Pangborn: Away Team to Transporter Room One.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: follows Sulek into the turbolift ::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
*CMO*: Report to the transporter room. We're going down to the station.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::follows the others to the lift::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ :: Looks fondly around the room and a few a familiar faces.::  CTO: I miss this place.

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::Entering::  Transporter Room One.
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::is startled awake by the comm, didn't realize he'd fallen asleep, and gets up:: *XO*: Aye, commander.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::arrives at deck, and steps off::
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::heads out of his quarters, and catches the next available lift for the transporter room::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::heads for the transporter room::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::following Pangborn to Transporter Room::
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::steps off the lift, and moves down the corridor toward the Transporter Room ::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::arrives in the transporter room and steps up on the pad:: 
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::removes equipment from locker and steps onto a pad::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
@CNS: It seems like the same old, really.
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::taps his badge, ordering triage units standing by just in case, as he enters the transporter room and steps up onto the pad::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: hands helmets to his three companions, keeps one for himself ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ CTO: Are you ready to come back?
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::gives Kraight an odd sort of look, and just... shrugs, slipping it on:: CSO: I won't even ask.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
@CNS: I'm not sure that's up to us.  Is our assignment complete?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::reluctantly takes a helmet::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks at the helmet and then at Pangborn::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CMO: We were... warned.
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
CSO: ::deadpan:: Emergency teams are at the ready.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Transporter_Chief: Energize.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
@ CTO: I have not even figured out who sent us out in the first place!  :: frowns::  I thought it was with the ending of our situation with the Xheverian, but... ::Shrugs::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
ACTION: The away team beams down to the station's Command and Control center.  It is obviously of Dominion design, but has a large set of windows out, and an amount of Federation technology.

CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Turns at the sound of the transporter.::  CO: Captain, welcome aboard.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::Looks around, never having been here before::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: smiles ::  CNS: Hello, Counselor.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Azhure: Thank you, Counselor.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Nods a welcome to the others.::
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::looks around, raising an eyebrow... makes a note to pick the counselor's brain about this one when they've finished quite probably nearly getting themselves killed, again::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CO: We should be set if you are.  We will be using two ATWVs with an aerowing shuttle as a back up.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: ::looks down at the helmet:: for our mode of transportation to the site.  Azhure, seemed to think we would need them, and Kraight agreed.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Narrows his eyes slightly ::  CO: I see.  Well, if you really want to wear one...
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Her eyes twinkling as she just barely keeps back a chuckle::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: hands a PADD to Azhure ::  CNS: Are you familiar with these caves, Counselor?
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::glances between Powers and Azhure, raises an eyebrow yet again, then just... shakes his head::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Takes the padd and glances it.::  CSO: Yes, actually.  They are abandoned mines.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: As you can see, the CSO puts great stock into the Counselor's opinion, but if the mode has changed, I think we can safely leave them behind.  Don't you concur, Commander Kraight?
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Ah... I suppose so, sir.
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CNS: The scans returned by the probes indicated that there may be thermal readings in the caves that could have been produced by a humanoid lifeform.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::places his helmet on a counter:: Kraight: Good.  Commander Powers does know the area quite well.  I think you can rest assured.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: I trust you have the supplies we need, I suggest we leave without delay.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::puts down his helmet:: CTO: So tell me about these vehicles...are they fast?

CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CSO: It could also be radiation emissions.  But it is as good a place as any to start.
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::leaves his helmet behind, then has a slight inclination to wonder what the hell it was needed for in the first place::
CSO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: nods ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
XO: They max out around 240km.  Of course, going off road, we'll have to keep it a little lower than that.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Looks at the doctor.::  CMO: Drive with Commander Powers and you will understand.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CTO: Damn.
CMO_Lt_Jervase says:
::glances back at the counselor, tilts his head a degree to one side, and considers:: CNS: I'll pass, if it's all the same.

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