Quirinus Mission 10807.07

starring

Mitch Travis as CO Captain Sulek 
Jeffrey G. Brown as XO Commander Kraight
Jane Rowley as OPS Lieutenant Amarok Ki 
Christopher Dickinson as CTO Commander Billy Bob Powers, Jr. 
Ed Selgas as CEO Lieutenant David Telarus 
Karriaunna Scotti as CNS Commander Azhure Powers 

with

Keith LaHue, Ship Manager

MISSION PROLOGUE: The crew beamed down to the surface of Arcturus IV to aid in the installation of terraforming equipment. Dr. Vale, the senior staff member, is in charge of the Federation project. As the station crew were setting up one of the atmospheric processors, an accident occurred... resulting in the death of one of the station's crew...

=/\==/\=  BEGIN Quirinus Mission 10807.07: Significance =/\==/\=
=/\==/\=  Episode 3  =/\==/\=

CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: In the medical lab, using the terminal there to access information.::
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::outside the dome assisting in the set up of an atmospheric processor::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::comes down to Dr. Vale::Vale: The processors are nearly set, but I have instructed my engineer to wait to bring them on line to be sure that there are no other accidents.
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::double checking the insulation on a microprocessor::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Comes up next to Azhure, fully in investigation mode ::  CNS: Anything yet?
Host Dr_Vale says:
Sulek: What? We're nearly there! Have you idea how long this has taken? We must bring the processors online as soon as they are ready! I will NOT let some Starfleet bureaucrat stand in my way!
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::goes over and opens the containers to check the suits::
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::confirms that the system is ready to function::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Looks up::  CTO: Nothing of help at the moment.  I am trying to pull past files.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: approaches Sulek :: CO: Captain... I have completed the inspection of the remaining environmental suits in the station's inventory. None of them show any microfractures or other signs of tampering.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Vale: I am far from that...I am a Starfleet Captain and in this region, my word is final.  You will wait a bit longer.  You may call me any names you wish and file any protest you like, but I will be sure of the safety of this crew and this outpost.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CTO: What little I do have, beyond the obvious he was male and definitely human, was that he has worked on the project since its inception.
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::checks the oxygen supply on his suit::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Rubs the back of his neck ::  CNS: Long enough to make enemies...
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Looks at the screen::  CTO: His parents are deceased.  He has one sister, whom the director, or someone needs to contact.  He was very experienced with the team and for all purposes worked closely with Vale.
Host Dr_Vale says:
Sulek: Captain, be reasonable. It's taken me years of developing ways to terraform on a sub atomic level. We must continue. It was an accident, thats all.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
Vale: The evidence indicates otherwise, Dr. Vale.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Understood. Have Telarus check any of the other equipment used by our teams.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Yes, sir.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::checks suits and looks at list and starts to scan the suits::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: moves away a couple of steps ::  *CEO*: Kraight to Telarus.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CTO: Yes.  And one would think, friends.  From what I am hearing from our people, there seems to be little... :: waves her hand absently:: remorse at his death, or concern.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::taps Comm Badge:: *XO*: Go ahead sir.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Vale: On the contrary, the suit was tampered with.  Surely a short delay will not effect the outcome.  I understand your impatience, but rushed science is never good.
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::calculates that he still has some time.  Continues double checking the atmospheric processor::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::continues to check equipment and setting it up::
Host Dr_Vale says:
Sulek: He was old. His heart seized. People die. It was from natural causes. What evidence do you have to the contrary?
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: nods in agreement ::  CNS: I don't know that we have time to launch a full investigation.  I should check in with Telarus or Ki for an evaluation on the ripped suit itself, if there's anything more they can say about it.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*CEO*: The Captain has ordered the inspection of all equipment used on the surface, ours as well as the station's. Please begin at once. Pay close attention to any damage that could have been caused by coherent radiation.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks over at Kraight:: Kraight: Please explain your findings to Dr. Vale.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
*XO*: Aye Commander.
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::pauses to look at the poisonous sky::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::begins to execute his new orders::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CTO: I need to talk with the crew here and see if I can get a feel for what is going on here.  :: shakes her head::  Bill, there is more.  One does not simply die of fright.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
CNS: Not out here, no.  A couple Jem'Hadar around, maybe.
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::shakes off a feeling of impending doom and gets back to work::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: smiles::  CTO: You are telling me you miss them?  :: shuts down the terminal and stands.::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: returns :: Vale: Your worker died of adrenaline imbalance consistent with extreme emotional stress, not heart failure. His suit had been deliberately damaged by application of an intense beam of coherent radiation in the submillimeter range. This operation is under attack by at least one saboteur, possibly more.

ACTION: Outside the dome, one can hear the sound of crunching metal. It's as if a giant fist were pounding on the processors. The processors have taken heavy damage,  a shocked Lt Ki looks on, helpless to stop it. It is loud enough to be heard inside the dome.

OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::startled::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Looks up at the unexpected sound::  CTO: What is that?
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
Vale: Continuing operations in the face of these facts would be cause for your removal from the directorship on the grounds of reckless endangerment of your crew.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks over:: at the walls as if he could see...*Ki* Are you still on inspection?
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Steps away from Bill with a cry of pain::
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::feels as though he were on fire.  Groans in pain::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
Vale: I would suggest...  :: stops, a look of startlement on his face ::  Ahhhhh...
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::hears a voice in his head threatening to burn him::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Staggers toward the medical shower.::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: steps back, beats at his chest ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: His body temperature suddenly skyrockets, and his skin feels like it's burning.  Without thinking, he drops to the floor and begins rolling around ::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::starts to burn up a little and to sweat:: Self: Oh! My God! I AM ON FIRE!!! Someone help ::hears a whisper "I will burn you"::
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
*CO*:  The processors have been destroyed, Captain.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::hits his comm badge::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::grimaces and takes some hard breaths::  Kraight: Heat...a mental attack...
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: She yanks on the emergency lever and cool water cascades down her skin::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::falls down to the ground::

ACTION: All through the biodome, and outside, crewman feel as though they were on fire, and all have heard the ominous voice saying "I will burn you."

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
Self: AHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Barely notes Bill's actions.  Gasps::  *CO*:  Emergency... in ... medical.
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::trying to keep his level of panic manageable, makes his way back towards the dome's airlock::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: We are not alone here...
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: gasps :: CO: It's... ended. You felt it too? Heard the voice?
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
Mutters to self:  It isn't real... it isn't real....
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: pants heavily for a minute ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Yes.
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::the sense of burning passes as he reaches the airlock::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: As the sensation eases, she reaches over to shut off the water and stumbles over to Bill.::  CTO: Are you alright?
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: As the feeling subsides, he stops and glances around ::  CNS: Maybe.  What the f*$% was that?
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::briefly considers going back to inspect the damage, but chickens out.  Enters the airlock::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Was it... did you recognize this sort of attack? You have far more experience with telepathy than I.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: finally breathing normally ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::moves to console and press biodome call:: *All* All hands report.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: after the intense heat, being wet, she shivers in cold::  CTO: I do not know.  :: hearing the captain::  We were not the only ones to experience this.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
*CO*: Azhure, with Commander Powers in medical.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::starts to feel fine again::
Host Dr_Vale says:
::pretends that nothing has happened, even though he has felt it too::
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::waiting for the second airlock door to open::  *CO*:  The atmospheric processors were crushed by an unseen force.  I heard something though.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
*CO*: I am fine sir. I felt that I was on fire though like I was being burned alive.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Not exactly.  But something of that mental capability would be capable of stimulating the sensation.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
CNS: Think we haven't had the last of Locar?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Vale: Has this happened before?
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::passes through the second airlock and begins stripping off his suit::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Looking at Bill, she slowly shakes her head::  CTO: No... no that was not Locar.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
CNS: Of course.  That would be too easy.
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::overhears a couple of the biodome personnel discussing what just happened.  Realizes he was not the only one that experienced it::
Host Dr_Vale says:
::shakes his head:: Sulek: The equipment, all gone...we will have to start all over.   ::stoic::   I'm not sure what happened.
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::immensely relieved, steps out of the suit::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: checks the viewport out on the work area ::  CO: The processors were crushed like so much tinfoil. This suggests the application of an extreme form of telekinesis.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Vale: But there have been incidents?
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Shivering she stands and moves toward a cupboard for a towel::  CTO:  I need to return to the ship for a change of clothes.
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::checks the suit over with a tricorder::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
CNS: I need to find something to shoot.

ACTION: Pressure readings inside the dome are rising. Dr K'tak approaches Vale.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Ki*: As soon as you can, download your findings.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
Vale: Doctor, your base computer will contain the records of the initial biosurvey of Arcturus IV, correct?
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CTO:  Perhaps... but who are you shooting?  Was there more to this planet then was originally discovered?  Has something occurred with what they have accomplished here so far?  Or are we looking at something else?
Host Dr_Vale says:
<Dr K'tak> Vale: We must abandon this. The dome will fail in approximately 30 minutes at this rate
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::notices his ears are plugging up.  Yawns trying to clear them::  *CO*:  Right away Captain.
Host Dr_Vale says:
Sulek: No, nothing like this.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
*XO*: Commander, I need to return to the ship for a change of clothes.  Mine are a bit wet.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*CNS*: Of course, Counselor. Permission granted.
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::confirms that the suit is undamaged.  Moves to a console and begins filing his report::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::feels the rising pressure:: K'Tak: I feel the shift too.  Any sign what the cause is?
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Moves her jaw to pop her ears, frowning.::  *TC*: One to beam to the ship.

ACTION: When Azhure contacts the ship, they report that transporters are off line. The pressure on the outside of the dome increases.

CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
*TC*: Clarify?  What do you mean, they are offline?
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::uncomfortable::
Host Dr_Vale says:
<Dr K’tak>: Vale. We must abandon this station.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::locates the Captain and makes his way to him::
Host Dr_Vale says:
K'tak: No! It is my life's work!
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::concludes his report with the speculation that there is in fact something alive on this planet and it doesn't want them messing with it::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::notices a crewman:: Crewman: Guard this equipment and don't let anyone touch it or get near it.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Watching Bill as she waits for the full report.::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
*XO*: Commander, there appears to be problems with the transporter.  I am awaiting a report on what.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: grabs Vale by the arm ::  Vale: Doctor! The biosurvey records?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Check status of the dome pressure...  ::turns to see Telarus::
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::checks the atmosphere readings of the dome::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Telarus: Find a way to help relieve the pressure in the dome.  *Quirinus*: Prepare for full emergency beam out.
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::eyes widen as he reads the air pressure::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Listening:: *TC*: I understand that offline means they are not working.  Why are they not working?
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Yes, sir.  :: checks a nearby terminal ::  One point seven standard atmospheres and rising.
Host Dr_Vale says:
<Quirinus OPS> *Sulek*: Transporters are offline, Captain... we're working on it.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
CNS: Might want to signal the ship to get some shuttles ready... and we should find EVA suits.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Quirinus* Can you get shuttles here or use those transporters.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Nods::  *Quirinus*:  Launch all shuttles to the planet surface.
Host Dr_Vale says:
<Quirinus TC>: It seems to be something from the planet is interfering with there use
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: abandons his efforts to get any sense out of Vale :: CO: Captain, I am going to 'play a hunch'.
Host Dr_Vale says:
<to Azhure>
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Understood.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: finds the biosurvey data and begins scanning it quickly ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
*XO*: Commander, the ship says it is some interference from the planet.  I have requested shuttles to the planet.
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::grabs the suit as he is certain it is intact and heads off to find his commanding officers hoping they know what's going on::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
K'tak: We are going to need every available EV suit.

ACTION: The Quirinus Launches enough shuttles to carry the entire team.

CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Follows Bill to locate an EVA suit.::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::walks up to the Captain:: CO: Sir, I request that I be given permission to go back up to the ship and assist in getting our sensors to do more detailed scans of the planet.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Telarus: Transporters off line.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Telarus: We need to stabilize the pressure in the dome.
Host Dr_Vale says:
::wrought with frustration:: All: Get into the EVA suits. ::sadly:: We must abandon this station...all this...my life's work.
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::enters the area just in time to hear the CO's statement about the transporters::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: over his shoulder ::  CO: I can stay longer, sir. The average atmospheric pressure on Benzar Prime is 3.2 times standard.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Upload everything on the station's computers to the Quirinus.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
*OPS*: Lieutenant Ki, where might we find verified environmental suits?
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: nods, continues to scan data at a prodigious pace ::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
CO: Roger that, I am going to get an Environmental Suit on just in case.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
*OPS*: What's your location?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Telarus: Bring me one.
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
*CTO*:  There's a big supply near the airlock, but there should be lockers scattered throughout the facility containing them.  The ones at the airlock have been inspected closely, though.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Nods to Azhure that should be their destination ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CTO: Our location... makes it easier to leave the station from there too.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*CNS*: Acknowledged. Continue the evacuation.
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
CO:  You can have this one, Captain.  ::offers the suit he is carrying::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Quirinus* Arrival time of shuttles?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::takes the suit:: Ki: Thank you.

ACTION: The dome shudders grotesquely under the strain. It will fail in less than 20 minutes.

OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::looks up::  CO:  Permission to proceed to the airlock?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Ki: Get as many suited as you can.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Captain, I can find no evidence to back up this hypothesis, but I believe we are dealing with a noncorporeal intelligence of some sort. The sensors aboard the ship indicate that the interference with the transporters originates here on the planet.
Host Dr_Vale says:
*Sulek*: The should be there in about 15 minutes.
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::is not surprised to hear what the XO is saying::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Quickens her steps::  CTO: Once we are clear, we should try to beam Simon's body aboard.  I do not know his custom, but his sister might want a body.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Can you trace the source?
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
CO:  Will do, Captain.
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::moves to a console and initiates a facility wide alert with instructions for all personnel to suit up::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: No, sir. As I said, I can find no physical evidence of this entity. I... hesitate to suggest this, sir, as it may put you at risk... but you are the most powerful telepath present. Perhaps you could reach out and invite this intelligence to discuss its grievance with us.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: If this entity attacked us, and it can talk to us, then perhaps we can communicate with it.
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::heads back to the airlock::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
CNS: Agreed.  It's also useful for further investigation if necessary.  Some of the shuttles should have short-range transporters.... either they're offline as well, or no one's thought of it.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::suits up::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: nods ::  CO: My thoughts exactly, sir.
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
*CEO*: I'm heading to the airlock.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: It spoke to us through the mind before... perhaps... I can speak to it as well.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Winding her way through the compound::  CTO: If the ship transporters are being inhibited, then the shuttles probably are as well, from that distance.  I am hoping being close will remove that problem.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: It's a calculated risk, sir.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::slips on the suit::  Kraight: If it will save lives, even the native species on this planet, then I am willing to take the risk.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
*OPS*: We gotta find the source of this leak or all of our work is gone.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::heads to the airlock::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Good luck, sir.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Arriving near the airlock, they join others, taking a suit and slipping it on.::
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
*CEO*:  I've got to get an envirosuit on before I do anything else.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: I will need to be undisturbed.  I am relying on you to keep me safe.  If it is more than I can handle, you will need to break contact.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Understood.

ACTION: The dome is near failure  --  all efforts are being made to save it, but it is still failing.

XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*CTO*: Commander, take charge of the evacuation. The Captain and I are staying behind for a time.
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::arrives at the airlock.  Notices a number of personnel suiting up::
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
*CO*:  Do you require any more EVA suits at your location, Captain?
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: quickly dons an environment suit ::

ACTION: The shuttles have landed a short distance away.

XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*OPS*: The Captain is unavailable at the moment. We're fine. Get everyone to the shuttles, Lieutenant.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he move near an outer wall, sits on the floor and steeples his hands before him::  ~~~ I am Sulek.  You spoke to us before.  You must stop.  We will leave.  We did not know of your existence.  We will not harm you or your planet.  ~~~
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
*XO*:  Aye Sir.  ::grabs a suit and begins putting it on::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::gets to the air lock and does a motioning signal with his finer in a circle signaling the personnel to hurry::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Looks at Bill as she processes what Kraight just said.::  CTO: Mind if I borrow one of your cuss words?  :: finishes suiting up and does a quick check.::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: watches as the Captain begins his attempt at communication ::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
*XO*: Sir I am going to do a final check make sure everyone is out, permission to proceed.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Pulls on his helmet, then moves to check Azhure's seals ::  CNS: They're words....
Host The_Entity says:
Sulek: ~~~ It is you who must stop. ~~~
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
::Nods her thanks as he checks hers and then does the same for his and then moves to the airlock and helps to make sure everyone leaves orderly and quickly.::
Host The_Entity says:
<Dr Vale> :: Begins putting an EVA suit on::
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::proceeds towards the airlock with trepidation, having already seen the strength of the force out there::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Entity: ~~~ We will.  You must let us leave.  We will transport all equipment from here.  We will not contact you again, unless you wish it.  We will place warnings in the space above the planet. ~~~
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CTO: I can see the shuttles.  Everyone exiting is boarding them.
Host The_Entity says:
Sulek: ~~~ You may leave. However there is one who will pay. ~~~
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Entity: ~~~ We will leave you as we found you.  Here.  Alone... Who? ~~~
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*CEO*: Proceed.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::goes and looks for stragglers::

ACTION: From out of nowhere, Dr Vale is lifted up off the floor, and repeatedly slammed against the floor, each time more violently. Soon Vale is dead, and he is left on the floor.

OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::steps outside feeling extremely vulnerable::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Entity: ~~~Tell me what he has done.  I will see to it that he held accountable by our species...  :: pauses::  He knew of you? ~~~
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: The area around them clear, she steps into the lock to head out.::
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::makes his way towards the shuttles::
Host The_Entity says:
Sulek: ~~~ Go now! And take all that you have brought. ~~~
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Making her way toward the nearest shuttle still grounded as others leave the moment they are filled.::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: looks up as the roof of the dome begins to crease inwards ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Entity: ~~~ I understand.  We are sorry that we interfered here. ~~~  :: he opens his eyes ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Sir?
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::looking around for the Quirinus crew.  Sees no sign of their commanding officers::

ACTION: The Dome is failing... soon it will land on the heads of those left in the dome.

OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::looks back towards the biodome::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: We must go.  Arrange to transport everything from the planet.  : :looks at Vale's body :: He has paid the ultimate price for his rush.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Turns to face the dome::  *XO*: Commander, you need to get out of there now!
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::rises::  Kraight: Time to go.  We leave no trace here.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Aye, Captain.  :: looks up ::  I agree. Seal your suit. I think we need a shortcut.   :: seals his own suit ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Pokes her head into the shuttle::  Shuttle Pilot: Are the transporters accessible from here?  And if so, get a lock on the captain and first officer.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: moves towards the doors of the air lock ::  *Shuttle*: Transporters should be on line.  Beam all out now.
Host The_Entity says:
<Pilot>:  Azhure: Transporters are working. Locking on now.
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::climbs into a shuttle and finds a seat::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::sealing the suit::

ACTION: The remaining crew are transported to the shuttle.

CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
*CO/XO*: Ready or not... prepare to beam.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*CNS*: Acknowledged.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: tensely waits.::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: When we return, we will place warning buoys in orbit.  This planet is officially off limits to all, if they value their lives.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::grabs the stragglers and is beamed out with them::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
*Q*: Quirinus: Beam all equipment from the surface into the cargo bays.

ACTION: The Captain and Executive officer are beamed to the shuttle.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::arriving on the shuttle:: Pilot: Take us home.
Host The_Entity says:
<Quirinus> *XO*: Aye, sir. Transporters have come back on line.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Hearing the captain's voice, steps into the shuttle and takes a seat.::
OPS_Lt_Ki says:
::vows to not remove his EVA suit until they are safely in the shuttlebay::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: As the shuttle lifts off, she takes off her helmet with a sigh.::  CO/XO: You have a story to tell?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Azhure: Indeed.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::on the shuttle coordinating getting the equipment off the planet::

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