Scorpius 10002.05    Episode 2    Curtains

<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<CONTINUE MISSION>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

CMOStarr says:
::in sickbay, reviewing her list of personnel who still needs physicals,  sighing::

FCO-Starr says:
::checking the helm controls to make sure they have a stable orbit::

OPS-T`Kerl says:
::on bridge monitoring communications::

EO_AQilla says:
::in engineering, monitoring systems::

CSO_Nes says:
::on the Bridge still compiling information from planets::

FCO-Starr says:
CO: Orbit is stable.

XO_Jude says:
::On bridge, dreading an AT to a frozen wasteland::

CO_Miller says:
FCO:  Acknowledged.

CTO_Lynix says:
::reports to the bridge and exits the TL, stops and looks at the bridge personnel still annoyed::

CO_Miller says:
OPS:  Prepare to slave helm to your console.

CMOStarr says:
*CO*:  Sir,  I would like to recommend that the AT use environmental suits for the mission?

FCO-Starr says:
::looks at T'Kerl and shivers::

CEO_TPaula says:
::in MEng overseeing an EPS recalibration::

OPS-T`Kerl says:
CO: Aye sir. ::pushes buttons to begin the slave process::

OPS-T`Kerl says:
::looks at Troi and shakes head::

CTO_Lynix says:
::walks to the Tac station and looks over the console, growling under breath::

CO_Miller says:
::looks over at Jude::  *CMO*:  I believe that will happen Dr.

XO_Jude says:
CO:  No arguments here, sir

FCO-Starr says:
CO: Sir, are we leaving now?

OPS-T`Kerl says:
FCO: Anything I need to know about the orbit?

CMOStarr says:
*CO*:  ok.  I have modified some of the suits for the personnel going.  If they can stop by Sickbay to pick them up then sir.

CO_Miller says:
XO:  Just think Jude, you can bring back some real ice cubes...not replicated ones.  ::grins::

CTO_Lynix says:
FCO: do you still have my station routed to your console?? 

FCO-Starr says:
OPS: Just a slight pull at the southern pole... just be aware of it.

OPS-T`Kerl says:
FCO: Acknowledged.

CO_Miller says:
*CMO*:  Acknowledged.

FCO-Starr says:
CTO: No, OPS has it.

CTO_Lynix says:
FCO: thanks..   OPS: please release the Tac controls..

OPS-T`Kerl says:
CTO: Releasing TAC now. ::releases TAC to the CTO::

CTO_Lynix says:
<TAC>

CO_Miller says:
FCO:  I believe Jude is ready.

XO_Jude says:
CO:   If you insist sir

FCO-Starr says:
XO: Well I am ready when you are Sir::grinning::

XO_Jude says:
CO:  I mean about the ice, of course.

FCO-Starr says:
::gets up from her chair and waits at the TL doors::

CTO_Lynix says:
::enters duty codes and begins a sensor sweep of the decks:: OPS: thanks you

XO_Jude says:
FCO/CSO:   Let's get going,  we'll stop by SB for those suits

CO_Miller says:
XO:  Since Ensign Diaego has not reported in for duty, you should take the CTO with you.

OPS-T`Kerl says:
::monitors the orbit, watching the pull of the south pole::

XO_Jude says:
CTO:   Well,  let's get going

FCO-Starr says:
::holds the door open for the team to enter::

CSO_Nes says:
XO: Aye sir. ::hands over Science to an Ens::

OPS-T`Kerl says:
CO: Sir do I need to slave Tac back to my station?

XO_Jude says:
CO:  May we take the CMO as well, sir?

CTO_Lynix says:
XO: sir.. I must protest.. the ship will be with out a tactical officer

CO_Miller says:
OPS:  That will not be necessary.

OPS-T`Kerl says:
CO: Aye sir.

XO_Jude says:
CTO:   I think the CO can manage any weapons fire

CO_Miller says:
XO:  Your choice Jude...either the Dr. or the CTO.

FCO-Starr says:
::runs back to her station and picks up her med kit::

XO_Jude says:
CO:  I have to choose?

CTO_Lynix says:
XO: aye sir ::growls, locks personal setting and head for the TL::

CMOStarr says:
*CEO*:  Could you please report to Sickbay for your quarterly physical.

CO_Miller says:
XO:  Yes Jude, I only want a minimal complement down there.

FCO-Starr says:
::runs back into the TL:: XO: Sir, I have my med kit.

CEO_TPaula says:
*CMO*: On my way.

CEO_TPaula says:
EO: Will you take care of this EPS recalibration?

XO_Jude says:
::Wonders what the CO knows, that I'll probably wish I didn't in an hour or so::

EO_AQilla says:
CEO:  Aye, Sir

CEO_TPaula says:
::leaves for sickbay::

EO_AQilla says:
::takes over recalibration::

XO_Jude says:
CTO/FCO/CSO:   Well,  we on our way!

XO_Jude says:
::Enters the TL

FCO-Starr says:
TL: Sickbay!

CSO_Nes says:
::nods and enters TL::

FCO-Starr says:
XO: I hope I have a nice warm suit!

CTO_Lynix says:
::enters the turbolift next to the FCO and twitches tail, still growling under breath:

XO_Jude says:
::The AT arrives at SB and picks up the environmental suits::

CMOStarr says:
::gets the environmental suits adjusted for the CTO::

CO_Miller says:
OPS:  You know the drill T'Kerl, keep a constant lock on the AT.

FCO-Starr says:
CMO: Sis, can I change med kits with you, mine is not complete for an away mission?

XO_Jude says:
CTO:   What's all the fuss, ensign?

CMOStarr says:
XO, FCO, CSO, CTO:  Good luck.  I adjusted your suits to each of you

OPS-T`Kerl says:
CO: Aye sir. Already set up.

CMOStarr says:
FCO:  Sure Sis  It is in the office under my desk

CEO_TPaula says:
::arrives in sickbay::

XO_Jude says:
CMO:  Thanks.

CSO_Nes says:
CMO: Thank you.

CTO_Lynix says:
::folds tail around waist and looks at the gloves:: CMO: almost anyway.. too many fingers

FCO-Starr says:
::leaves and goes to retrieve the med kit::

CEO_TPaula says:
::sees AT there and stays out of the way::

XO_Jude says:
AT:   Well,  let's report to the Transporter Room, (1)

FCO-Starr says:
::gets the bad from under the desk and heads back to the main sickbay::

CMOStarr says:
CTO:  I'm sorry,  I missed that..  Let me replicate you a different one.  ::walks over to the replicator::

FCO-Starr says:
XO: One minute sir...

CMOStarr says:
CTO:  For the suit to work properly it has to be a perfect fit

CSO_Nes says:
::waits for the CTO::

CTO_Lynix says:
::picks up a tri-corder from the desk:: CMO: mind if I barrow this?

XO_Jude says:
AT:  I've arranged for a selection of weapons, and survival gear to be waiting for us,  there will be a pack for each of us

CMOStarr says:
::gets the new glove from the replicator, checks it and walks back over to the CTO::  CTO:  Here try these.

CSO_Nes says:
XO: Aye sir. ::suppresses a sigh::

FCO-Starr says:
XO: Aye Sir::touches her extra phaser and knife in her clothing::

CMOStarr says:
CTO: No go ahead. ::hands each a small med kit:: These kits are for hypothermia

CTO_Lynix says:
::slips the gloves on: CMO: good.. thanks you.. 3 fingers.. :smiles::

XO_Jude says:
CSO:  Was there any special scientific equipment you planed to bring along

CSO_Nes says:
::takes the kit::

CMOStarr says:
::Smiles back::

CTO_Lynix says:
::places the kit in a pouch on her leg:: CMO: thanks again..

FCO-Starr says:
XO: I believe we are all ready now Sir.

CO_Miller says:
*XO*:  Once you have everything you are looking for, I want you back on the ship....don't have too much fun down there.

XO_Jude says:
::Takes the kit, and tucks it into an external pouch::

CSO_Nes says:
XO: I had thought about it, but considering what we are taking I decided against it. I am taking my tricorder.

CMOStarr says:
XO:  I have activated each of y'all transponders as well

FCO-Starr says:
CMO: Sis, attach the kit to my back please...

CTO_Lynix says:
CMO: trans ponders?

CMOStarr says:
FCO:  Sure sis,  ::puts the kit to the back::

XO_Jude says:
*CO*  Never fear, there, sir.   We'll keep in constant touch,  an open channel at all times?

XO_Jude says:
AT:   Shall we depart?

CO_Miller says:
*XO*:  Definitely Jude.

CSO_Nes says:
::places kit in left leg pocket::

CMOStarr says:
CTO:  Yes,  you have sub-dermal transponders under the skin of your left arm.

FCO-Starr says:
CMO: Thanks::grins::~~~~Keep your mind open to me Sis~~~~

CO_Miller says:
::looks over at T'Kerl::  OPS:  I know, you're already on it right?  ::smiles::

CTO_Lynix says:
::places 2 type II phasers on her person and looks at the CMO and mummers something in Caitian:

XO_Jude says:
::AT proceeds to TR 1::

OPS-T`Kerl says:
::grins at the CO:: CO: Not a problem...already monitoring them.

CMOStarr says:
~~~~Sis... When Don't I keep my mind open to yours.  Good luck~~~~

FCO-Starr says:
::steps on padd waiting for the others::

CEO_TPaula says:
::waits for the CMO to notice her::

FCO-Starr says:
~~~~T'Kerl: Reading me?~~~~

OPS-T`Kerl says:
~~~~Troi: Loud and clear.~~~~

XO_Jude says:
::Shoulders pack, and steps onto pad,   nods to transporter chief::

CMOStarr says:
CEO: I'm sorry I' kept you waiting.  I'll just be a moment

CSO_Nes says:
::steps onto padd, collecting her pack on the way::

CMOStarr says:
~~~~Ops.  If you don't mind.. Keep a link with me as well~~~~

CTO_Lynix says:
::put on helmet as enters the TR and seals suite, nods to the XO and FCO, picks a pack up from the floor and steps on transporter pad::

OPS-T`Kerl says:
~~~~CMO: Not a problem.~~~~

XO_Jude says:
::Seals suit, and checks for clear communication with team and ship::

CMOStarr says:
CEO:  If you could please have a seat on is bio bed. ::pointing to her left:: I'll start your physical.  Thank you for waiting patiently

CEO_TPaula says:
::has a seat::  CMO: Of course.

OPS-T`Kerl says:
*AT*: Communications check.

XO_Jude says:
::Transporter is activated::

FCO-Starr says:
*OPS*: Got ya!

CO_Miller says:
OPS:  Energize when the AT is ready.

XO_Jude says:
@::Team materializes on planet::

CTO_Lynix says:
*XO*: clear.. check

CMOStarr says:
CEO:  Just relax  ::smile:: This will not hurt you.  ::reaches for the tricorder next to the bed::

FCO-Starr says:
@XO: Burr! This is cold already!::turns up the heat in her suit::

CEO_TPaula says:
::tenses slightly::

CSO_Nes says:
@::adjusts suit temperature::

XO_Jude says:
@AT:   we should be a few meters from the energy reading,

<<<<There is a coating of ice on everything...ruins and the landmass..ruins are all different size obelisks.... hundreds of them...the tallest is in the center, 500 meters high(what's left of it)..none are intact>>>>>>>>

CTO_Lynix says:
@::activate automatic environ controls in the suite::

CSO_Nes says:
@::begins scanning::

CMOStarr says:
::runs the tricorder over the CEO, waits a few minutes for the results:: CEO:  How are you doing?

FCO-Starr says:
@XO: Shall I lead the way Sir?

FCO-Starr says:
@::begins scanning the ruins she can see::

CEO_TPaula says:
CMO: Fine.  Is that a social question or a medical question?

CMOStarr says:
CEO:  relax.  You're tense a little

CMOStarr says:
CEO:  Both...::grins::

XO_Jude says:
@FCO:   We'll let the CSO get a reading to pinpoint the energy source, it should be close, a hundred meters or so

CO_Miller says:
*XO*:  What does it look down there?

FCO-Starr says:
@XO: Look at those ruins... I wonder who made them?

CEO_TPaula says:
CMO: Sorry.  ::relaxes::  In that case... how are you?

CTO_Lynix says:
@::opens tri-corder and begins checking for energy readings, maps the landscape::

FCO-Starr says:
@CSO: Any idea on who made them?

XO_Jude says:
@*CO* Some amazing ruins sir, signs of an ancient, advanced civilization.

OPS-T`Kerl says:
::makes minor adjustments on the orbit as Troi told her to::

CSO_Nes says:
@XO/FCO: I am receiving low energy readings towards the center obelisk. The energy is indefinable.

CMOStarr says:
CEO: I'm doing fine.  A little tired from doing physicals all day.  You can sit up now.  You're done.  See quick and painless  ::grins::

CTO_Lynix says:
@FCO: some one with advance technology... their size alone in an indication of that..

XO_Jude says:
@AT:   We'll follow the CSO,

CEO_TPaula says:
::sits up::

FCO-Starr says:
@XO: Well, I think that is our cue.

FCO-Starr says:
@begins to follow the CSO and scanning for signs of life::

CMOStarr says:
CEO:  but back to the question of how are you doing?

CSO_Nes says:
@FCO: There is no information on this style of building.

CEO_TPaula says:
CMO: ::mildly confused::  I'm fine.

CTO_Lynix says:
@::continues to map out the landscape and brings up the rear watching the AT's back::

CSO_Nes says:
@::scans symbols with tricorder:: XO: There are no inhabitants close by.

FCO-Starr says:
@CSO: Well, there must be some info somewhere, advanced cultures all know about obelisks.

CEO_TPaula says:
CMO: Am I not?

OPS-T`Kerl says:
::monitors the progress of the AT::

CMOStarr says:
CEO:  good. I know you are a busy person.  But can you please send your EO to me to have her physical done when you get back to Engineering.  ::smiles::  I'll let you go back to work.  Yes you're in perfect health.

XO_Jude says:
@::CSO:   I'm not sensing the presence of anyone, either,  anything more on the energy pattern?

CSO_Nes says:
@FCO: True, but this style varies, as do they all.

CO_Miller says:
OPS:  How they looking down there T'Kerl?

CMOStarr says:
CEO:  but I like to ask anyway.

OPS-T`Kerl says:
CO: They are looking fine sir.

CSO_Nes says:
@XO: It seems to originate from the center obelisk.

CEO_TPaula says:
CMO: I will.

CTO_Lynix says:
@FCO: these type of structure were generally used of sun or sky worship.. or landscape markers.. ::looks  at the lay out::

CEO_TPaula says:
::leaves sickbay::

CMOStarr says:
CEO:  Thanks.

FCO-Starr says:
~~~~Sis/OPS: Nothing exciting yet... just some old ruins~~~~

XO_Jude says:
@::We approach the obelisk with caution::

OPS-T`Kerl says:
~~~~FCO: Understood Troi.~~~~

CO_Miller says:
OPS:  Let's just hope they find whatever it is they are looking for, and soon.

CEO_TPaula says:
::arrives back in MEng::

CSO_Nes says:
@XO: There is a small village approx. 1/4 km away.

FCO-Starr says:
@CSO: I wonder if they could be like Stonehenge on Earth?

OPS-T`Kerl says:
CO: That makes two of us sir.

CTO_Lynix says:
@::continues to scan, and starts to growl under breath again::

CEO_TPaula says:
EO: What is the status of the EPS recalibration?

CMOStarr says:
~~~~FCO:Thanks sis,  How cold is it there and how is the suits holding up.  are the ruins nice~~~~

FCO-Starr says:
@::looks at the CTO:: CTO: What is wrong?

EO_AQilla says:
CEO:  it's going fine, sir.  We're nearly finished here

CTO_Lynix says:
@CSO: village? inhabitants?

CEO_TPaula says:
EO: Good.  The doctor wants you for your physical.

FCO-Starr says:
@CTO: I am not picking up any lifesigns on my tricorder::pointing it in that direction::

CSO_Nes says:
@CTO: Approx 1/4 km away.

EO_AQilla says:
CEO:  Right.  ::leaves Eng for sickbay::

CTO_Lynix says:
@FCO: nothing.. 

CEO_TPaula says:
::attends to the EPS recalibration::

CSO_Nes says:
@FCO: You are correct, this layout does share some similarities with Stonehenge on Earth.

XO_Jude says:
@AT:   Shall we split up, and check the village?

CTO_Lynix says:
@self: too close for my taste...

EO_AQilla says:
::arrives in Sickbay::

FCO-Starr says:
@::pulls her phaser out and attaches it to the outside of her suit::

CMOStarr says:
EO:  Hi

EO_AQilla says:
CMO:  Hi

FCO-Starr says:
@XO: Sir, I think it would be better if we stayed together, just my opinion of course.

CMOStarr says:
EO:  If you could lay down on this biobed ::points to the one on the right:: I'll start your physical  ::smiles::

EO_AQilla says:
::lies on biobed::

CMOStarr says:
EO:  How are you doing?

CSO_Nes says:
@::maps the obelisks, counts them and records their appearance::

CTO_Lynix says:
@XO: I concur with the FCO.. 

EO_AQilla says:
CMO:  I'm fine, sir

CO_Miller says:
::goes over some of the information Shania had gathered from the previous class M planets::

CTO_Lynix says:
@XO: it would be too dangerous to split up in this environment..

OPS-T`Kerl says:
::checking the orbit of the ship and the progress of the AT::

FCO-Starr says:
@~~~~OPS: We have found a village but no lifesigns~~~~

XO_Jude says:
@AT:   Well,  I want to get to the bottom of this energy reading,  can we try to find an entrance, possibly

CMOStarr says:
::reaches for the tricorder near the bed and starts scanning the EO::  EO:  You finding your way around easier now?

FCO-Starr says:
@XO: Aye Sir, want me to go around this direction with the CTO?

XO_Jude says:
@CSO:   That universal translator system having any luck with those symbols?

OPS-T`Kerl says:
~~~~FCO: Just be cautious.~~~~

XO_Jude says:
@FCO:  Aye

EO_AQilla says:
CMO:  I am but I still spend most of my time in engineering

FCO-Starr says:
@CTO: This way, lets see what we can find

FCO-Starr says:
@::begins to head around the side of the obelisk::

CSO_Nes says:
@XO: Not as yet sir. I am uploading a copy to Science now. ::sends upload::

CTO_Lynix says:
@::pulls phaser from pouch and charges it::  FCO: very well... 

CMOStarr says:
::reads the results of the scan:: EO:  You need make some time for yourself to relax.  All work and no play will stress you out very quickly.  ::grins::

CO_Miller says:
*FCO/CMO/OPS*:  There is no need for telepathy right now, I suggest using the open communications link.

EO_AQilla says:
::grins back:: CMO: It's the Romulan part of me.  Romulans are not very trusting people

CMOStarr says:
*CO*:  Yes sir,

CTO_Lynix says:
@::open the audio relay on suite to max to listen for cracks in the ice:

CSO_Nes says:
@::continues to run symbols through database::

FCO-Starr says:
@XO: Sir, we have found no opening yet.

CMOStarr says:
EO:  I noticed that.  but not all of us on the ship are going to harm you.  ::grins::  If you would like you can join me for dinner after shift .  And you can sit up.  You're done

EO_AQilla says:
CMO:  I'd like that.  Thank you, Doctor

CSO_Nes says:
@::carefully watches her footing, continues to walk around the center obelisk::

EO_AQilla says:
::sits up::

CTO_Lynix says:
@::slips on a mirrored surface down a small incline::

FCO-Starr says:
@CTO: You eyes are better than mine, do you see an opening anywhere?

CMOStarr says:
EO:  You're welcome.  I'm sure my sister, Ops will probably be there also.  I'll let you return to duty for I'm sure the CEO has you busy. ::smiles::

XO_Jude says:
@:: phaser rifle is slung over shoulder,  and I began to examine the obelisk closely,  gloved hand tracing over the symbols,  and trying to sense anything::

FCO-Starr says:
@CTO: Are you all right? Can I help you?

CSO_Nes says:
@::widens her circle, scanning for the elusive energy source::

EO_AQilla says:
CMO: OK, thanks again, Doctor.  ::leaves Sickbay to return to Eng::

CTO_Lynix says:
@::looks over the ice:: FCO: no..and I'm fine .. watch your step.. ::puts the phaser away and gets out a small metal hammer::

FCO-Starr says:
@::carefully walks over to the CTO::

Anuk says:
@ ::Is walking along a trail past the obelisks, a dead animal held on his back, dinner::

FCO-Starr says:
@CO: Sir, it is very icy down here and I am turning up the heat again... it is really coming through my shoes.

EO_AQilla says:
::arrives back in Eng::

Anuk says:
@ ::Hears the shuffling of feet, and looks around::

CSO_Nes says:
@::changes direction:: XO: The origin of the energy is almost impossible to determine.

CO_Miller says:
*FCO*:  Will you be all right Troi?

Anuk says:
@ ::Comes around an obelisk, and nearly walks into the FCO, backs off suddenly, eyes widened, throws the animal to the side, and gets down on his knees... bowing to the FCO::

CTO_Lynix says:
@::hears something in the distance:: FCO: get down! we have company!!

FCO-Starr says:
@::jumps at hearing footsteps::

FCO-Starr says:
@::hits the deck and pulls her phaser::

CMOStarr says:
*CO*:  Everyone with the exception of OPS and the CSO has had their physicals done.

FCO-Starr says:
@COm: CO: Sir, we have company!

XO_Jude says:
@CSO:  That's disappointing.   Shall we ......

CO_Miller says:
*XO*:  What's going on down there?

Anuk says:
@ ::Looks surprised, as having bowed to the FCO, and now has a weapon of some sort pointed at his head::

FCO-Starr says:
@*XO*: Sir, we have company around here.

XO_Jude says:
*CO*  We seem to have company

Anuk says:
@ ::Begins to back away, still on the ground, mumbling apologies for violating her territory::

CTO_Lynix says:
@::steps out and looks at the stranger::

XO_Jude says:
@*FCO*  We

CSO_Nes says:
@XO: It's the obelisks sir, somehow they are distorting and sometimes blocking my readings.

FCO-Starr says:
@Alien: No wait... ::lowering her weapon:: I mean you no harm!

CMOStarr says:
*CO*:  Correction Sir, the only person who needs their Physical is OPS. but I know she is busy at the moment.

Anuk says:
@ ::Stares at the FCO for a moment, unsure::

XO_Jude says:
@ CSO:  Let's find out who the FCO has bumped into

CTO_Lynix says:
@::shows the stranger her hammer and sets it on the ground and backs away:

FCO-Starr says:
@::places her weapon in her pocket and shows the alien open palms::

Anuk says:
@ ::Glances at the CTO and the hammer::

CO_Miller says:
*CMO*:  Yes, thank you Dr.  I need her up here at the moment.  As soon as she is available, I will send her down.

XO_Jude says:
@::CSO and I head for the rest of the AT::

Anuk says:
@ ::Then glances at the open palms, and bows down again, saying things in a language they cannot understand... yet::

CSO_Nes says:
@::nods and follows XO::

FCO-Starr says:
@COM: CO: Sir can you hear me, we have company down here.

CTO_Lynix says:
@::attempts a greeting in the different languages she knows::

FCO-Starr says:
@::bends down and places her hands on the alien's shoulders, getting him to rise::

CO_Miller says:
*FCO*:  Yes Troi.  Do you have everything under control?

Anuk says:
@ ::Cannot hear them, since they are wearing helmets::

FCO-Starr says:
@COM: CO: Sir, he seems to be bowing to me at the moment...

Anuk says:
@ ::Is slightly lifted up by the FCO, looks at her confused::

FCO-Starr says:
@::she motions with her hands to stand::

OPS-T`Kerl says:
::raises eyebrow::

CTO_Lynix says:
@::realizes she made a mistake and turns on the outside auto:: Anuk: greeting..

Anuk says:
@ ::Bends down, and picks up the dead animal, and turns around and pushes the animal out toward her, offering it::

OPS-T`Kerl says:
CO: Did she say they were bowing to her?

Anuk says:
@ ::Does not understand the CTO::

CO_Miller says:
::looks questioningly at T'Kerl::  OPS:  I believe so.

XO_Jude says:
@FCO:   maybe he can't hear us, what with our helmet and all

FCO-Starr says:
@Alien: Thank you, but that is your kill, for your family::hoping the UT is working properly::

OPS-T`Kerl says:
::shakes head and returns to monitoring flight control and communications::

CO_Miller says:
*CSO*:  Can you tell us anything about this species?

CTO_Lynix says:
@::attempts a motion for the strange to speak to them:: XO: they won't work unless we get a sample of his speech

FCO-Starr says:
@Alien: What is your name?  Can you understand me at all?

Anuk says:
@ FCO: Ah. I see...

Anuk says:
@ FCO: I am Anuk.

XO_Jude says:
@::Contemplates ways of making him talk.....::

FCO-Starr says:
@COM: CO: He understands me. His name is Anuk.

Anuk says:
@ ::Hits his chest with his fist, and says again:: Anuk.

CSO_Nes says:
@*CO*: They seem to be similar to the inhabitants of the Class-M worlds. Again, they have different characteristics, but share a few similarities.

FCO-Starr says:
@Alien: My name is Troi::hitting her chest::

Anuk says:
@ ::Nods:: You travelers?

FCO-Starr says:
@Anuk: Yes we are, how did you know that?  Have there been many before us?

Anuk says:
@ FCO: No. I have seen none like you before. Besides the gods that is...

CTO_Lynix says:
@::REB at those words::

FCO-Starr says:
@Alien: Gods? Can you tell me about them?

Anuk says:
@ ALL: Come... come with me! ::Begins to hop around, and then moves toward the large obelisk::

XO_Jude says:
@ Anuk:  You have seen the gods?

Anuk says:
@ ALL: Yes, gods, come!

XO_Jude says:
@::Follows::

FCO-Starr says:
@XO: I think we should follow him, but one of us stay outside...

Anuk says:
@ ::Hops along with his dead prey on his back, toward the large obelisk::

CSO_Nes says:
@::runs obelisk 'puzzle' through her mind for the nth time::

CTO_Lynix says:
@::picks hammer back up and follows Anuk::

XO_Jude says:
@FCO:   I disagree,  I need to stick together,

FCO-Starr says:
@::hurries trying to keep up with his long legs::

OPS-T`Kerl says:
::checks the recording of the conversation::

Anuk says:
@ ::Finally reaches the obelisk, turns and makes what appears to be a smile at them, showing his ugly yellow, broken, teeth::

XO_Jude says:
@*CO*  can you keep a lock on us?

CSO_Nes says:
@::follows Anuk::

CO_Miller says:
*XO*:  You have a lock on you at all times.

OPS-T`Kerl says:
::checking lock on the AT::

FCO-Starr says:
@Anuk: Do we enter now Anuk?

Anuk says:
@ ::Shakes head quickly:: FCO: No. No enter.

CEO_TPaula says:
EO: The power grid is due for another diagnostic, is it not?

CTO_Lynix says:
@::smiles back and shows her fangs, pulls her phaser in one hand and tri-corder in the other::

CSO_Nes says:
@::recalls a story about Kirk and an obelisk::

EO_AQilla says:
CEO:  yes it is.  I'll put a team on it right away

CEO_TPaula says:
EO: Thank you.

CMOStarr says:
::makes sure that all the transponders are still working::

FCO-Starr says:
@::picks up on the CSO's thoughts::

CSO_Nes says:
@::wonders if there is a key to open the obelisk, if it does open::

EO_AQilla says:
::assigns two ensigns to do the diagnostic::

CTO_Lynix says:
@::begins a scan of the alien:

CSO_Nes says:
@::a certain sequence of symbols, a tune...::

FCO-Starr says:
@Anuk: Are we going in or staying out here Anuk?

CMOStarr says:
<Dr. Paine>:  I'm going up to the bridge.  You have sickbay until I return  ::heads for the exit and then the nearest TL::

Anuk says:
@ ::Points at a wall with what appears to be symbols on them:: I worship the gods now, see? ::Begins pressing a sequence into the symbols::

CO_Miller says:
::gets up from his chair and walks over to OPS::

Anuk says:
@ ::Doesn't look at FCO, continues pressing symbols:: Have to stay out. Stay out and worship gods.

FCO-Starr says:
@::records the sequence on her tricorder::

CTO_Lynix says:
@::records his movement and the symbol order::

<<<<<<<<A Hum can be heard......growing louder>>>>>>>

Anuk says:
@ ::Hears the hum, smiles, and bows::

XO_Jude says:
@Anuk:   Who created these structures?

CTO_Lynix says:
@::takes a step back and looks for the source of the nose::

CO_Miller says:
OPS:  You still have a lock on them, right?

OPS-T`Kerl says:
CO: Aye sir

CTO_Lynix says:
@XO: sir.. I hear something..

FCO-Starr says:
@XO: Sir, what is that?

XO_Jude says:
@Anuk:   If you cannot enter,  then we dare not,  we would not want to anger your gods.

Anuk says:
@ XO: The gods....

CMOStarr says:
::enters the TL: Bridge::

Anuk says:
@ ::Continues to bow::

<<<<<<<<<<<A Beam of Light ignites the sky.....the area heats up to about 70 degrees ..........the beam passes Scorpius and heads out into space>>>>>>>>>>>>

CO_Miller says:
::sees the Dr. enter::  CMO:  How are you Dr?

CSO_Nes says:
@::wonders if this is yet another planet seeded by the Preservers::

OPS-T`Kerl says:
CO: What was that?

Anuk says:
@ ::Grins at the heat::

XO_Jude says:
*CO*   Did you get any readings on that?

CTO_Lynix says:
@::jumps back at the sudden flash and growls from the temp blindness::

CO_Miller says:
OPS:  Check sensors, see what that was.

CMOStarr says:
CO:  Good and you.  I thought I would join you up here where all the action is ::grins::

CO_Miller says:
*XO*:  We're checking on it Jude.

CSO_Nes says:
@::hypothesizes that the heat is what keeps the planet from becoming fully frozen::

FCO-Starr says:
@XO: I have a bad feeling about this Sir...

FCO-Starr says:
@CTO: Any other readings besides our friend here?

Anuk says:
@ ::Stands up, hands in air, with a whole lot of pride:: SEE! HEAT! HEEAAT!!!

CTO_Lynix says:
@::hears the suite control go crazy as they readjust to the sudden peak in out side temp::

OPS-T`Kerl says:
::checking sensors:: CO: Undefinable energy reading sir.

XO_Jude says:
@FCO:  I'm afraid I'm beginning to agree with you,   you and the CTO stay out here,    If it seems wise, the CSO and I will enter.

FCO-Starr says:
@XO: Aye Sir... CTO, shall we?

XO_Jude says:
@Anuk:   do you think the gods would be offended if my friend and I enter the obelisk?

CMOStarr says:
CO: How are things with the AT?

CTO_Lynix says:
@XO: sir.. I must object.. it is not your place to risk your self..

FCO-Starr says:
@::turns her back and faces outwards from the obelisk::

CMOStarr says:
::listening to the open comm link with the AT::

OPS-T`Kerl says:
CO: Sir I have tracked the beam...it went into the Tripor System.

CO_Miller says:
CMO:  The AT seems fine, but I don't like the situation they are in.

CSO_Nes says:
@<w>XO: Sir, if we enter, it is more than likely we will lose communication with the ship and the rest of our team.

XO_Jude says:
@CTO:  either choice could be dangerous, and I might need you to come to our rescue!

Anuk says:
@ ::Stops jumping up and down, and slightly shrugs:: XO: If you must... it empty.

CTO_Lynix says:
@XO: I don't like it .. sir..

XO_Jude says:
@Attempts a betazoid scan of Anuk::

CMOStarr says:
CO:  which is.  I haven't really been able to track them while I was doing physicals. ::has a sheepish grin::

CO_Miller says:
OPS:  Tripor?  Looks like we'll have some more investigating to do when we get there.

OPS-T`Kerl says:
CO: Aye sir.

FCO-Starr says:
@XO: Watch your back Sir!

CO_Miller says:
CMO:  They have run into a living being down there.

Anuk says:
@ ::Picks up his animal again, and nods to them:: My family hungry. I have food. Must go now... ::Begins to walk away::

EO_AQilla says:
::receives report on power grid diagnostic::  CEO:  Sir?

FCO-Starr says:
@Anuk: Wait, can we come to your house later?

CEO_TPaula says:
EO: Ensign?

CMOStarr says:
CO:  Really.  Human?

CTO_Lynix says:
@::watches the stranger leave as eyesight returns to normal::

XO_Jude says:
@CSO:   With the door open, is there any luck scanning for what's inside?

EO_AQilla says:
CEO:  Power grid diagnostic completed, sir.  All systems nominal

Anuk says:
@ ::Stops, and turns to look at XO peculiarly as he feels a warmth, a presence, in his own mind::

CEO_TPaula says:
EO: Good.

CO_Miller says:
CMO:  From all signs indicated, yes.

CTO_Lynix says:
@::follows Anuk's eyes to the XO::

CSO_Nes says:
@XO: No, as I stated before sir, the obelisk somehow distorts and/or blocks my scans.

CMOStarr says:
CO:  that sounds like good news. Hopefully it/he/she will be able to give us some answers to our questions  :;smiles::

CO_Miller says:
OPS:  Is there any way to pinpoint where that beam is being directed to in the Tripor system?

XO_Jude says:
@Anuk:   Has any visitor enter the obelisk before, and come out to tell about it?

CTO_Lynix says:
@::looks up at the column of light still shining::

FCO-Starr says:
@*XO*: Sir, should I follow him to see where he is going?

OPS-T`Kerl says:
CO: Sir I am trying but the Nebula is interfering.

Anuk says:
@ ::Walks up to the XO, and sniffs him for a moment:: You think funny. You think about me. ::Laughs for a moment::

CO_Miller says:
OPS:  Acknowledged, continue trying.

CTO_Lynix says:
@::observes Anuk with phaser in hand::

OPS-T`Kerl says:
CO: Aye sir. ::continues trying to track the beam by adjusting sensors::

CTO_Lynix says:
@::growls loud enough to be heard and eyes Anuk::

CO_Miller says:
CMO:  Dr., if you'd like, you can be of some use by helping T'Kerl with the sensors.

Anuk says:
@ ::Looks at the CTO peculiarly as well::

XO_Jude says:
@Anuk:  I was wondering if it was safe for us to enter the obelisk, and if you knew of others who had,  are we maybe..... a sacrifice to your gods?

OPS-T`Kerl says:
::quickly checks on the orbit and makes minor adjustments::

CMOStarr says:
CO:  Thank you  ::walks over to Ops station::

CMOStarr says:
OPS:  Want some help ::grinning::

Anuk says:
@ ::Shakes head:: No. You forbidden to enter. Farewell. ::Turns and leaves with dinner::

OPS-T`Kerl says:
::looking up at the Dr:: CMO: Sure have a seat. I am trying to adjust the sensors through the Nebula to track that beam.

CSO_Nes says:
@::realizes pieces from different civilizations fit here, but not all, just some::

FCO-Starr says:
@XO: Shall I follow him Sir?

XO_Jude says:
*CO*  I was wondering if this is some sort of beacon?   What might it summon?  Or who?   should you go to yellow alert?

CMOStarr says:
OPS:  Ok I'll monitor the AT for you then ::sits down next to T'kerl::

CTO_Lynix says:
@FCO: I cannot watch you both..

OPS-T`Kerl says:
::releases monitoring of the AT to the Dr.::

XO_Jude says:
@FCO:   No,  I don't think he means us any harm,  nor can he offer us any insight

CO_Miller says:
*XO*:  Do you have the information that you need yet?  I would like to get you back onboard the ship.

FCO-Starr says:
@XO: Yes Sir, now what are we going to do?  I think we have been warned not to go in?

XO_Jude says:
@CSO:  do you think a science team on the ship can decipher those symbols and readings?

CMOStarr says:
::monitors the AT::

CSO_Nes says:
@XO: Can we get Anuk back here, I just thought of something to ask him about the obelisk.

XO_Jude says:
@AT:  I think we should beam aboard, and maybe follow the beam to its destination.

CTO_Lynix says:
@::puts phaser away and hammer in loop::

OPS-T`Kerl says:
::analyzing the beam::

XO_Jude says:
@CSO:  What's that?

CSO_Nes says:
@XO: They are currently working on deciphering the symbols now.

XO_Jude says:
@CSO:  Maybe I can ask him telepathically?

FCO-Starr says:
@::listening to the conversation going on between the CSO and XO::

CSO_Nes says:
@XO: To enter the obelisk, we may need to participate in a purification ritual.

CTO_Lynix says:
@XO: sir.. considering the last attempt..is that wise?

OPS-T`Kerl says:
CO: I have analyzed the beam...it is an old-fashioned laser beam...similar to a pointer. Very high intensity.

CSO_Nes says:
@XO: If you ask him telepathically, he may see it as an intrusion.

XO_Jude says:
@CSO:  Anuk was very clear, that entry is forbidden.  I'd like to respect their culture.

CO_Miller says:
OPS:  Have you determined exactly where it is being directed to?

OPS-T`Kerl says:
CO: No sir...the Nebula is interfering.

CMOStarr says:
::continues to watch the sensors::

XO_Jude says:
CSO/FCO/CTO:   Anyone object to beaming aboard the Scorpius?

CSO_Nes says:
@XO: Yes, as we are, we are unacceptable. There may be a ritual or ritual that will deem us worthy to enter. That is what I wish to ask Anuk.

OPS-T`Kerl says:
::continues trying to find where the beam is being directed::

CTO_Lynix says:
@XO: no sir.

CO_Miller says:
*XO*:  I want you to report back to the ship.

CO_Miller says:
OPS:  Lock on to them and energize.

FCO-Starr says:
@XO: No Sir, I am ready to get warm again!

OPS-T`Kerl says:
CO: Aye sir. ::locks on AT and beams them back onboard::

XO_Jude says:
~~~~@ANUK:    Is there a purification rite that would allow us to enter the obelisk?~~~~

FCO-Starr says:
@::feels the transporter lock onto her and see herself materialize onboard the Scorpius::

OPS-T`Kerl  (Transporter.wav)

CO_Miller says:
OPS:  Everyone back onboard?

CTO_Lynix says:
@::looks at the CSO as she vanishes in the transporter beam::

Anuk says:
@ ::Looks around as he hears the voice in his head:: The gods are angry! NO!!! ::Jumps up, and runs like heck all the way back home to protect his family::

OPS-T`Kerl says:
CO: Aye sir we have them all.

CO_Miller says:
OPS:  Set a course for where that beam is being directed to, and engage.

FCO-Starr says:
::begins to remove her helmet::

CSO_Nes says:
::materializes back on the Scorpius::

CTO_Lynix says:
::stands on the TR pad and looks at the others::

OPS-T`Kerl says:
CO: Aye sir. Course set and laid in. Engaging engines.

XO_Jude says:
::Materializing, back on the ship,  I sense the last of Anuk's fear.....  Great,  we've possibly angered the "gods."::

CSO_Nes says:
::catches the XO's communication with Anuk and Anuk's response:: XO: Anuk assumed you were a God and were angry.

OPS-T`Kerl says:
CO: Warp setting sir?

CTO_Lynix says:
::unseals her suite and pops the helmet off::

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