Quirinus Mission 10912.07

starring

Mitch Travis as CO Captain Sulek 
Jeffrey G. Brown as XO Commander Kraight
Christopher Dickinson as CTO Commander Billy Bob Powers, Jr. 
Mike Jones as CMO Lt. Mathar Raythan 
Karriaunna Scotti as CNS Commander Azhure Powers 
John Scimone as CEO Ensign Brian Rotan 

with

Keith LaHue, Ship Manager

MISSION PROLOGUE: Last time on the USS Quirinus... The crew is lost in time, stranded on a Krios Prime of countless centuries ago..the caves are all right for a night... but if it becomes more?

=/\==/\=  BEGIN Quirinus Mission 10912.07 The Blasted Lands =/\==/\=
=/\==/\=  Episode 2  =/\==/\=

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: in cave ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: next to the fire, methodically disassembling his tricorder ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: close to the fire to stay warm, she goes through the wood they have looking for something capable of being a torch ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Rubs his arms and addresses his tactical personnel ::  Saka/Gren: Saka, I want you to scout the area with me.  Gren, when Azhure has prepared the torches, I want you to escort her deeper into the cave.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<Sec_Ens_Gren> :: Nods ::  CTO: Yes, Commander.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<Tac_CWO_Saka> :: Sighs ::  CTO: All right.  Let's go.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: sits next to Kraight as he pulls the power cells from his phaser ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Slaps his hands on his thighs and rises from his position ::  CO/XO: We'll report back at periodic intervals.  Scout no more than a half a kilometer in any distance.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: Understood.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
XO:  These are not much, but they will last a little while.  I would tear some cloth, but at this point, warmth is important... :: Smiles ::  ...not to mention we are not exactly overly dressed here.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: nods, engrossed in the study of the tricorder ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
Saka: The flat lands are going to be easier to scout.  We should start with that until we are warmed up.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: I have been wondering about our circumstances here.  If we suppose that the Keepers in some way failed to build a true Omega particle but perhaps something of the same subspace resonance, then there is an explanation for our survival and the rifts that were appearing around the planet.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Not wanting to disturb him further, she stands and heads out of the leeway of the cave, looking for more wood. ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Sets out with Saka ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<Sec_Ens_Gren> :: Silently follows Azhure ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: That is a possibility. After you gave me access to the files on Omega, I studied them thoroughly. I can recall no mention of subspace rifts.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Pauses and looks around at the rather desolate place. ::  Sec Gren:  Do you notice anything unusual?  Besides the whole situation.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight:  While there were considerable problems with the fountain, that too is not something I recall, but the course of events in that time for me may not be as clear since I did not have captain's access at that time.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<Sec_Ens_Gren> :: Looks confused ::  CNS: Ma'am?
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Sniffs the brisk mountain air, and shivers, his eyes scanning the horizon ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: If we then build upon something of a shaky supposition, it is also logical that if a field was formed to bring us here... one may form to bring us back.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: tosses tricorder parts to the ground in disgust ::  CO: I can find nothing whatsoever to explain why our technology does not work. Most discouraging.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Looks at the security officer a moment and simply shakes her head ::  Sec Gren:  Nothing at the moment.  Let's go back inside.  :: As they had pretty much cleared the area out of any useful wood, and not wanting to go further out unless interested, she turns to head back into the cave ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Bending down, she grabs the 'torches' she had put aside.  Handing a few to Gren, she takes the others.  Using the largest of the pieces, she lights it from the fire. ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: he looks at the phaser :: Kraight: I too have nothing wrong that I can pinpoint without a full scan... the cells look fine, but I am unable to ascertain if they have a charge.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Keeping the torch held outward, she guides the way back into the cave, carefully looking for an evidence of life past, and especially present. ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: It seems we are back to basics here.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: he looks down at the reflective surface of the data screen of the tricorder. :: Kraight: Ever try building a solar battery charger? :: he holds up the phasers cell and the reflective screen ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Yes... but I had access to pure selenium at the time. We're not likely to find that here.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<Tac_CWO_Saka> :: Wondering what they're going to find ::  CTO: There's not much out here.  Maybe we can scrounge some of this wood for the fire... some of the larger pieces we could keep for clubs or primitive weapons.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight:  Back to basics it is then.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Glances at the brush and frowns ::  Saka: I'm not even seeing branches strong enough for arrows... not that we seem to have the ability to build bows right now.

ACTION: Azhure and Gren come upon an opening in the area. This room much larger than the others, looks to have had a purpose. Against one wall  is an iridescent plane, rippling and moving before their eyes.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: he begins sorting through the parts they may need. ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<SEC_Ens_Gren> :: Eyes the wall, and instinctively reaches a hand towards it, but stops himself short ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: The ripples catching her attention, she approaches, lifting the torch closer to examine what it is. ::

ACTION: The CTO, in the light of day, can see that there is movement abuzz in the village to their southeast.

XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: stands, looks out towards the rocky landscape outside the cave ::  CO: Come daylight, we should begin a search for edibles in the area.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Leaning closer, she reaches to touch the wall only to pause.  For a moment she stares at it and then with but a whispers touch brushes it with her fingers. ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Understood.  The stream we followed here is most likely to offer plant life.  Stay close while I work towards building a cell charger.  If it is indeed dead batteries.

ACTION: Azhure's hand passes right through the field

CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Lifting a brow she glances at Gren before reaching out again, this time to see her hand slip through ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<Tac_CWO_Saka> :: Motions towards the village ::  CTO: Looks like they're awake, too.  We should try to observe them at some point.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<Sec_Ens_Gren> :: Fluctuating between concern and curiosity ::  CNS: What do you feel?
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Slowly she follows her hand until her body is part way through, her head all the way through. ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<Sec_Ens_Gren> :: Definitely more concerned now :: CNS: Commander...
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
Saka: Doing so in the daylight would prove difficult without some sort of long-range surveillance equipment.  Wish we at least had binocs.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Caught of guard, she follows through with the rest of her body, amazed. ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: moves out the the edge of the cave where there is sun light and begins building his "charger" unsure if it will even work. ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<Sec_Ens_Gren> :: Curses silently, wondering if he should head back and report, or follow her... deciding that if Azhure is dead, he'd prefer not to face Bill, so he presses his hand into the wall, seeing if it will allow him to pass as well ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Stops as she finds herself unable to go further.  But her thoughts are more on the sense of exhilaration sliding through her. :: ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Sensing Gren joining her, she steps aside finding she can move a bit further in. ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<Sec_Ens_Gren> :: Shudders, feeling emotions attempt to overwhelm him, and he tries to stay calm ::  CNS: Counselor?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: he waits patiently to see if the cell begins to warm ::

ACTION: Commander Powers can see a band of Klingons headed toward the caves

CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Quietly ::  Sec Gren:  I have no answer.  :: closes her eyes ::  Can you move further in?
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Taps Saka on the shoulder, then points where his eyes are catching sight of a band of Klingons ::  Saka: Not good.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: I'm going to scout nearby for food and water.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Stay close.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Slowly guides her hands along the barrier ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: I will indeed.  :: walks out towards Powers and Saka ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Affirmative.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
Saka: Let's move back.  Stay low, and be quick.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: approaches his two shipmates, notices their attention fixed on something in the distance ::  CTO: What is it, Commander?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: he reaches down and touches the cell ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
Sec Gren:  Step backwards...

ACTION: The Klingons draw nearer

CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
XO: Klingons.  Coming this way.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<Sec_Ens_Gren> :: Takes a few cautious steps back ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Feels a tug ::  Sec Gren:  Stop!
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CTO: Ah. A retreat to the cave would seem prudent, then.  :: follows Powers and Saka ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<Sec_Ens_Gren> :: Stops immediately ::  CNS: Eh!
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Takes a deep breath ::  Sec Gren:  We need to go together.  On three, step back one step at a time.  One... two... three... :: begins to move out of the field. ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<Sec_Ens_Gren> :: Steps back on the count of "three" ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: As they are released from the field, she turns to Gren ::  Sec Gren:  We need the others.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: he stands as he sees Powers, Saka, and Kraight making their way back to the cave.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Turning, she heads back for the entrance ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<Sec_Ens_Gren> CNS: I don't... understand.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: As she returns to the entrance, she sees the Sulek looking outwards ::  CO:  Captain, I found something I cannot quite explain to you, but we need everyone to participate in.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: he holds up a hand and then points towards the returning exploration team :: Azhure: They seem intent on not being noticed.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: as the team grows close enough for him to speak :: Powers: Problem?
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CO:  Then perhaps now would be a good time to try an... experiment ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
CO: Incoming Klingons.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: to no one particular ::  Definitely a good time...
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: he looks at Azhure :: Azhure: I hope your experiment will offer shelter.  :: He scoops up the part of the tricorder and phaser :: Lead on, counselor.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CO:  We shall see... :: turning, she guides them back to the barrier ::

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

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