Host Gilles says:
USS Scorpius - SD 10409.11

Host Gilles says:
You are to take your ship to the 40-Eridani system and investigate reports of disappearances of trade vessels around the 40-Eridani System.  

Host Gilles says:
As you are in Vulcan space, you will work in conjunction with the Vulcan Planetary Defense force.  Your contact will be with Minister R'Aman of that office.

Host Gilles says:
Render what assistance you can and report your progress to Starfleet Intelligence.  FleetOps has reason to believe there is some outside element involved here.  Any information you can gather will be critical in our understanding of recent events in Vulcan space.

Host Gilles says:
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CO_VanSickle says:
::in the center chair, reading a PADD::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::on the bridge::

CIV_Serok says:
:: walks onto the bridge and sit at an empty console. ::

CSO_Elbran says:
::Is at Science station on the bridge performing system diagnostics and ensuring all systems are go::

CMO_Mahl says:
::Finishes unpacking in sickbay, trying to give it "his" touch.  sets out the old style probes as decorations, and hangs a small sign on the wall behind his desk that reads "Dr. Kevorkian is in"::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::decides to take Flight before the Captain can:: CO:  Estimated time of arrival to Vulcan is 30 minutes.

CO_VanSickle says:
XO: Great.  We can finally get to work.

Host Gilles says:
<TO_T`rget> ::looks at the tactical station hoping to shoot at something::

CMO_Mahl says:
::takes a look around his office, then at sickbay.  The technology on this ship is wonderful, but its not comparable to Arcadia Station::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
CO:  Yes, Sir.  I wonder who we are going to go up against this time ...

CMO_Mahl says:
*Bridge* This is CMO Mahl, reporting all ready in sickbay.

CO_VanSickle says:
*CMO*: Good to hear, doctor.

Host TO_T`rget says:
::rubs his lobes as his smiles at the XO at flight::

CSO_Elbran says:
::Starts tuning the aft sensor grid::

CMO_Mahl says:
::leaves sickbay, and decides to check in on the bridge::

Host TO_T`rget says:
CIV: Do you know Captain if the XO like short bald men?

CO_VanSickle says:
CSO: Well, Mr. Elbran, anything on the sensors?

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
CO:  Sir, perhaps we should contact the Vulcans ...

Host TO_T`rget says:
::continues to rub his lobes::

CSO_Elbran says:
::Checks sensors::

CIV_Serok says:
:: looks up from the console :: TO:  I do not know Ensign, you will have to ask her yourself.

CO_VanSickle says:
::hears the conversation between CIV and TO:: TO: I'd advise not.

CMO_Mahl says:
::Feels the turbolift arrive at the bridge, and as it stops, he enters the bridge for the first time::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::hears the TL doors open and turns::

CSO_Elbran says:
CO: Nothing of note Captain, just your standard local traffic.

Host TO_T`rget says:
::sighs:: Self: Human mating rituals are so complicated.

CO_VanSickle says:
::sees the new CMO come onto the bridge:: CMO: Welcome to the bridge, doctor.

CMO_Mahl says:
CO/XO: I just thought I would check in up here to see how things are going.

CO_VanSickle says:
CSO: Let me know if something does come up out of the ordinary.

CO_VanSickle says:
CMO: Nothing much.

CSO_Elbran says:
CO: Aye sir.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
CMO:  You must be Dr Mahl.  Welcome aboard the Scorpius.

CMO_Mahl says:
XO: Thank you, Commander.  I have heard much about you, and the Captain.

CIV_Serok says:
:: nods at the Doctor ::

CO_VanSickle says:
CMO: Oh?  Did the Garta-Nmbarris warn you about me?

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::raises an eyebrow:: CMO:  Indeed.  I look forward to hearing what you've heard ...

Host TO_T`rget says:
::chuckles at the CO's comment::

CIV_Serok says:
:: raises her eyebrow ::

CMO_Mahl says:
::Looks at the CO:: CO: Speaking of you, Sir, I have been checking the medical files, you are due for your annual physical.  When you have time, please report to sickbay.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::looks at the CMO:: CMO:  He has time now.  We are still 5 minutes from Vulcan space ...

CMO_Mahl says:
::smiles a bit at the XO:: XO: Oh, I am sure the time will come that you will hear the knowledge that I have learned from Doctor Jenise.

CO_VanSickle says:
::glares at the XO::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::suppresses a grin::

CIV_Serok says:
:: looks back down at the console ::

CO_VanSickle says:
XO: You know you can be replaced, commander.

CMO_Mahl says:
CO: There is no rush, Sir.  As long as you show up within the next week, I wont be forced to make that a mandatory order.  ::smiles confidently at the CO::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::laughs:: CO:  Sir, we are now at the edge of 40-Eridani system.  Dropping from warp.  ::drops the ship to impulse::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::thinks she's gonna like this new CMO:

CIV_Serok says:
CO:  In point of fact Captain, any officer on board can be replaced.  But, I would advise against replacing Commander Horn.

CO_VanSickle says:
CMO: Of course.  We can do this after this mission.

CO_VanSickle says:
CIV: It's a figure of speech, captain.

CMO_Mahl says:
::Looks up at the CSO:: CSO: Ensign, I also read that you are new to this ship, and the former CMO didn’t have a chance to do a complete medical work up on you.  Please report to sickbay as well when you have time.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
CO:  Sir, I suggest we contact the Vulcans ...

CIV_Serok says:
:: raises her eyebrow :: CO:  I see.  Humor is a difficult concept.

CSO_Elbran says:
::Smirks, he always enjoyed Vulcan "Humor"::

CO_VanSickle says:
CIV: After you lower that eyebrow, hail the Vulcan High Command.

CSO_Elbran says:
::Smirk fades quickly:: CMO: Errr.... Yes, of course.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::chuckles to herself again:: CMO:  I see you and I are going to get on famously ...

CIV_Serok says:
CO:  Of course captain.

CMO_Mahl says:
CO/XO: If you will excuse me, I need to return to sickbay to freeze some probes and latex gloves.  ::turns and heads for the turbolift::

CO_VanSickle says:
All: He's joking, right?

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
CO:  Who knows?

CMO_Mahl says:
::enters the lift, giving one last glance back at the bridge, with an evil grin on his face::

CIV_Serok says:
COM: Vulcan: R’Aman: This is Captain Serok, civilian liaison on board the USS Scorpius.  Please respond.

CSO_Elbran says:
Self: Please let him be joking.

CIV_Serok says:
CO:  It would not be prudent to put latex gloves in a frozen environment, they would turn brittle and unusable.

Host Minister_R`Aman says:
@ COM: Scorpius: CIV: This is R`Aman.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
CIV:  Think humor, Captain ... ::chuckles again::

CSO_Elbran says:
::Performs a standard sweep of the 40-Eridani system for any anomalies or potential threats::

CO_VanSickle says:
CIV: Remind me to get you a universal joke book for Christmas, Serok.

CIV_Serok says:
:: lifts her eyebrow again ::

CMO_Mahl says:
::upon returning to sickbay, realizes there is one bag that he still has one small bag to unpack.  when he reaches into the bag, he finds a small stone.  Looking at it for a moment, he reaches back into the bag and finds a note that reads..."Joran, As our paths part do not ever forget, our friendship will be as sure as the stones where we first met.  JJ"

CIV_Serok says:
COM: Vulcan: R`Aman:  How may we be of assistance Minister?

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::checks the flight readings:: CO:  We are approximately 3 minutes from Vulcan orbit.  Standard orbit when we arrive?

CMO_Mahl says:
::gets a bit misty eyed as he thinks back to his friend JJ, and how they first met so long ago.  He had contracted a disease even before reporting in for duty.  That disease caused him to become stone like.  If it wasn't for her, he might have died::

Host Minister_R`Aman says:
@ COM: Scorpius: CIV: You may report to a briefing with any officers you deem necessary after you enter orbit in 2.896 minutes. R`Aman out.

CO_VanSickle says:
XO: Sure, indulge yourself.

CIV_Serok says:
COM: Vulcan: R`Aman:  Understood.  Scorpius out.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
<said jokingly> CO:  Why, thank you Captain!  ::moves the ship into a standard orbit::

CIV_Serok says:
CO:  Captain, we may meet with an officers we deem necessary once we reach orbit.

CMO_Mahl says:
::takes the stone, and places it on his desk, as a keep sake reminder of his friend, then says to himself:: Self: JJ, you will always be on my mind, and in my thoughts.  I wish you and Johnny the best of luck.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
CIV:  Which is about now ... ::settles the ship into orbit::

CIV_Serok says:
:: nods :: XO:  Understood Commander.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
CO:  It's been a while since I've been to Vulcan ...

CO_VanSickle says:
CIV: You mean whatever officers from VHC?

CIV_Serok says:
CO:  Yes Captain.

CO_VanSickle says:
CIV: Then I'd like to meet with Minister, what is it, Ramen?

CMO_Mahl says:
::sits down at his desk, and prepares the duty roster for the week.  Pierce is to be on duty for second shift.  Suvok is to be on nights this week.  Nurses Houlihan and VanSickle will rotate between night and day shift until further notice::

CIV_Serok says:
CO:  Minister R`Aman will be waiting for you and those officers you deem necessary to attend.

CO_VanSickle says:
CIV: Oh, so that's what you mean.

CIV_Serok says:
CO:  Is that not what I said Captain?

CO_VanSickle says:
CIV: Sometimes you may mean something, but you don't say it.

Host Minister_R`Aman says:
ACTION: The OPS console receives coordinates for transport.

CIV_Serok says:
:: lifts her eyebrow :: CO:  I assure you Captain, it is not my intent to confuse.

CO_VanSickle says:
CIV/CSO: Capt. Serok, Ens. Elbran, you're with me.  XO: Commander, you have the bridge.  ::marches to the TL::

CSO_Elbran says:
::Joins CO in the TL::

CIV_Serok says:
:: nods and follows the CO ::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::nods and moves to the CO's chair::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
*CO*:  Co-ordinates have been received.  I'm putting them through to the transporter room now.

CO_VanSickle says:
Computer: TR 1.

CO_VanSickle says:
::rides in the TL to TR1::

CSO_Elbran says:
CO: So sir, have the Vulcans given us any indication of what we might be dealing with here?

CIV_Serok says:
:: waits in the TL with the CO and CSO ::

CMO_Mahl says:
::goes into sickbay from his office, and double checks all the biobeds and the supplies.  There is one thing he will not tolerate, and that is unpreparedness::

CO_VanSickle says:
CSO: Well, SFC said we are to help them with the disappearances, so they could have some leads.

Host Minister_R`Aman says:
<TO_T`rget> XO: Ummmmm... do you like to rub lobes Ma`am?

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::looks around:: TO:  Do I like to what?

CSO_Elbran says:
::Nods:: CO: Lets hope so.

Host Minister_R`Aman says:
<TO_T`rget> XO: Ummmmm... do you like Vulcan doves Ma`am? 

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::stands to her full height and moves around to tower over the TO:: TO:  Mr T'rget ... if I were you I'd concentrate on your console ...

Host Minister_R`Aman says:
<TO_T`rget> ::nods:: XO: Ummmmm... of course Ma`am?  ::looks at the console::

CO_VanSickle says:
::after TL stops, we exit and go to TR 1 and step onto pad::

Host Minister_R`Aman says:
<Transporter_Op>  CO: We have the coordinates Sir.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
TO:  And I wouldn't ask that question again ... ::moves back down to the command centre::

CIV_Serok says:
:: follows the CO and CSO ::

Host Minister_R`Aman says:
<TO_T`rget>  XO: Ummmmm... What about Vulcan sunsets? ::grins::

CO_VanSickle says:
Transporter chief: Are the Minister's coordinates entered?

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
TO:  Mr T'rget ... Do you know what Romulans like to do when they get angry?  We like to tear Ferengis apart limb by limb ...

Host Minister_R`Aman says:
<Transporter_Op>  CO: No Sir... I thought I 'd just transport you into space Sir ::grins::

Host Minister_R`Aman says:
<Transporter_Op>  ::chuckles:: CO: Of course they are Sir.

CSO_Elbran says:
::Winces and prepares for transport, he never did like the sensation although the federation transporters are a lot more advanced than the Klingon transporters he used whilst working away from Bajor::

CIV_Serok says:
:: steps onto the padd :: Tr Chief:  That would not be advisable.

CO_VanSickle says:
Self: Everyone's a comic.  Transporter chief: Energize.

Host Minister_R`Aman says:
<TO_T`rget>  XO: Ummmmm... Which parts first?

Host Minister_R`Aman says:
ACTION: The landing party is transported to the Vulcan surface 500 meters from the ministry office. The temperature is 40C/112F. A nice Vulcan spring day.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
TO:  I assure you, you don't want to know .... needless to say it wouldn't be pleasant ...

Host Minister_R`Aman says:
<TO_T`rget>  XO: Ummmmm... Ok Ma`am

CO_VanSickle says:
@::loosens collar at the heat:: All: At least it's a dry heat.

CSO_Elbran says:
@::Looks around:: CO: At least the weather is nice.

CIV_Serok says:
@:: looks around and begins to walk towards the building :: CO:  It is quite comfortable to me Captain.

CO_VanSickle says:
@CIV: Of course, you're from here.

CIV_Serok says:
@ CO:  Actually Captain, I was born on Earth, but, I was raised here.

CO_VanSickle says:
@::starts walking toward the ministry::

CSO_Elbran says:
@CO/CIV: Where i came from on Bajor wasn’t much different to this, maybe a little more moisture though.

CO_VanSickle says:
@All: Back in Iowa, if it gets this hot, it feels like 50C.

Host Minister_R`Aman says:
ACTION: The CO and CSO begin to perspire due to the heat.

CO_VanSickle says:
@::takes off his uniform jacket to cool down::

CSO_Elbran says:
@::Loosens his jacket but doesn't feel the effects of the heat as severely as the human::

CO_VanSickle says:
@::walks through the Ministry entrance::

Host Minister_R`Aman says:
ACTION: The landing party arrive at the ministry door. The building is a one story building made of stone.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
TO:  Please monitor and away team and keep a transporter lock on them at all times.

CIV_Serok says:
@ :: enters the ministry building ::

Host Minister_R`Aman says:
<TO_T`rget>  XO: Of course Ma'am.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
*CMO*:  Bridge to Dr Mahl.  I take it you found sickbay?

CSO_Elbran says:
@::Follows the CO/CIV::

Host Minister_R`Aman says:
ACTION: The temperature of 30C/92F inside is a relief to the CO and CSO.

CO_VanSickle says:
@All: ::sarcastically:: Whew!  Feel the air conditioning!

CMO_Mahl says:
*XO* Yes I did, and I must say that my predecessor took great care of it.

Host Minister_R`Aman says:
ACTION: An young Vulcan aide sits at a desk and looks at the new arrivals.

CIV_Serok says:
@ CO:  If you are uncomfortable Captain, I can request a meeting room that suits you better.

CSO_Elbran says:
@::Wipes the sweat from his brow and fastens his jacket in the presence of formal company::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
*CMO*:  Indeed she did.

Host Minister_R`Aman says:
@<T`mal> ::raises her eyebrow at the new arrivals::

CMO_Mahl says:
*XO* Incidentally, Commander, just a reminder that your annual physical is due in about a months time.

CIV_Serok says:
@ :: walks up to the desk and give her the traditional Vulcan salute :: T'Mal:  We are here to meet with Minister R`Aman.

CO_VanSickle says:
@::also salutes the aide::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
*CMO*:  I'm well aware of that, but thanks for the reminder.

CSO_Elbran says:
@::Salutes and nods in respect::

Host Minister_R`Aman says:
@ <T`mal> ::raises her hand in the salute: All: From all of Vulcan welcome. The minister is waiting. ::points to the door and returns to her work::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
TO:  Anything of interest on sensors, Ensign?

CO_VanSickle says:
@T'mal: Thank you, miss.  ::walks to the door indicated::

CIV_Serok says:
@ T'Mal:  Thank you.  :: walks towards the door behind the Captain ::

Host Minister_R`Aman says:
<TO_T`rget>  XO: Ummmmm...  local traffic Ma'am... I have been peeking outside the system as well. Nothing either.

CSO_Elbran says:
@::Follows::

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
TO:  Good.  Let's hope it stays that way ... ::turns her attention to the reports waiting her attention::

Host Minister_R`Aman says:
ACTION: Behind a desk the landing party see an Vulcan with light gray hair who looks at them.

CO_VanSickle says:
@::enters Minister R'Aman's office, still wondering if his parents were eating oriental noodles when they were thinking of his name::

CIV_Serok says:
@ :: enters the office and lifts her hand in the traditional salute, then says in Vulcan :: R`Aman:  Long life and prosperity to you Minister R`Aman.

CO_VanSickle says:
@::does the salute too:: R'Aman: I echo those sentiments.  I'm Capt. Eric VanSickle, the CO of the Scorpius.

Host Minister_R`Aman says:
@ ::nods:: CIV: Long life and prosperity Captain. CO: Captain VanSickle. 

CSO_Elbran says:
@::Tries to understand the Vulcan, always understood Klingon a lot better. Decides to let the CO/CIV talk until he is required::

CIV_Serok says:
@ :: motions to the CSO :: R`Aman:  This is Ens Elbran, our chief science officer.

Host Minister_R`Aman says:
@ ::nods to the CSO:: CSO: Ensign.  ::looks to all of them::  All: How may my office be of service in your investigation?

CSO_Elbran says:
@::Nods:: R'Aman: Greetings.

CO_VanSickle says:
@R'Aman: I assume that Starfleet has informed you of our mission.

CIV_Serok says:
@ :: looks at the CO and listens ::

Host Minister_R`Aman says:
@ ::nods to the Captain::

CSO_Elbran says:
@::Listens intently for anything that might help in the investigation::

CO_VanSickle says:
@R'Aman: It seems there have been some merchant vessels disappearing in this sector.  We've been ordered to work with you and your department for this mission.

Host Minister_R`Aman says:
@ ::hands the CO a PADD:: CO: These are the latest scans that have been done by Vulcan vessels in the area as well as a list of the missing ships as well as the latest sensor readings from our probes. If you require anything else you may contact this office. 

CO_VanSickle says:
@::takes the PADD from R'Aman::

Host Minister_R`Aman says:
@ CO: This meeting is adjourned unless you have any questions.

CSO_Elbran says:
@::Motions to the PADD:: CO: Sir, if i may?

CO_VanSickle says:
@CSO: Of course.

CO_VanSickle says:
@R'Aman: One question.

Host Minister_R`Aman says:
@ ::looks up:: CO: Yes?

CO_VanSickle says:
@R'Aman: How long ago did these occurrences start?

CIV_Serok says:
@ :: looks over the CSO's shoulder ::

CSO_Elbran says:
@::Takes PADD:: CO: Thank you sir. ::Begins examining the data gathered by the Vulcans::

Host Minister_R`Aman says:
@ CO: The list of vessels and the dates they disappeared is in the PADD Captain. Good Day.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
::signs off on the Departmental reports and turns to crew reports::

Host Minister_R`Aman says:
@ ::turns back to his work::

CIV_Serok says:
@ :: holds up her hand in the traditional salute and turns to leave ::

CO_VanSickle says:
@R'Aman: Thank you, Minister. ::does the Vulcan salute::

Host Minister_R`Aman says:
@ ::returns the salute and returns to his work::

CO_VanSickle says:
@::exits the office:: Self: That guy is just about as warm as the climate.

CSO_Elbran says:
@::Nods to the Minister and then follows he others:;

CIV_Serok says:
@ CO: It is my opinion that he was less forthcoming than I would have expected.  Even for a Vulcan.

CO_VanSickle says:
@CIV: Quite. *XO*: Three to beam up.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
*CO*:  Acknowledged.  *Transporter Chief*:  Beam the away team back on-board.

CSO_Elbran says:
@::Stands in position::

CO_VanSickle says:
@CIV: I'll be glad to be back in room temperature environment.

CO_VanSickle says:
@Self: 22 degrees, here we come.

XO_AQilla_Horn says:
<Transporter Chief> *XO*:  Acknowledged.  ::beams the AT back onto the ship::

CIV_Serok says:
@CO:  It was .....pleasant to be home again, even briefly.

Host Minister_R`Aman says:
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