USS Sharikahr Mission Transcript - 10302.20

New Friends, Old Enemies

Chapter VI

Host Frank says:
The Away Team from the Sharikahr is just arriving at the site found in the Kula computer.  Back on the Sharikahr, the crew is preparing a rather grim structure.
Host Frank says:
<<<<<<<<<<<Resume Mission>>>>>>>>>>>
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
::In the CMO's office::
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
::At her computer, going over places for the mausoleum to be set up.::  CNS:  How about this location?
XO_Cmdr_Ikari says:
@::Comes to a cave opening and looks around:: FCO: Is this the spot?
CTO_Ltjg_Semaj says:
@::With the AT overseeing the security matters:: PO Silek: You stay with the XO.
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@::With the Beta AT, compiling the demographic data into a tricorder while feeling like an abodinamal snowwomen in the EVA suit.::
CSO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@::Takes out his tricorder and scans::
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
::nods::  CMO: I think that will be probably the best spot.
CTO_Ltjg_Semaj says:
@<PO Silek> CTO: Aye, sir.
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@XO: Scanning sir.
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
CNS: I wish we could chose a more... tranquil setting, but considering what happened.  ::Shakes her head::  On a more personal note.  How are you doing?
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@::Confirms the location.:: XO: Commander we are at the designated spot.
CTO_Ltjg_Semaj says:
@Chemtok: You are with the CEO.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::In the Ready Room, reading over some reports with a cold glass of orange juice::
CTO_Ltjg_Semaj says:
@<Chemtok> CTO: Aye, sir.
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
::smiles:: CMO: Everything is going great.  ::really means it::
CTO_Ltjg_Semaj says:
@PO Thompson: You are with the FCO.
CTO_Ltjg_Semaj says:
@<Thompson> CTO: Aye, sir
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
CNS:   You are looking better.  So I hope it is.  I guess I had best let you head upstairs.  ::Hands her a small wrapped plate::  Give this to the captain please.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::sips the juice and makes a notation on a crewman's file::
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@XO: Where shall we begin sir?
CSO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@::looks expectant:: XO: Commander?
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
::Takes the plate:: CMO: What is these? ::starts to gather up her PADDs of information and prepares to report to the CO in his RR::
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
::grins:: CMO: If you don't mind me asking.
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@Thompson: Don't crowd me, Crewman.
XO_Cmdr_Ikari says:
@::gestures to the opening:: CSO: After you.  First thing's first.  Make sure it's safe in the cave for us to take our EV suits off.
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
CNS:  Well, they are supposed to be cookies the kids made on their own.  But I think they will make better paperweights.
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
::Walks in on the CMO and CNS.:: CMO, CNS: Hello.
CSO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@XO: Understood.::enters the cave, scans the surrounding area, taking samples and aylisining them::
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
::laughs::  CMO: I will pass on a word of caution with them.
CTO_Ltjg_Semaj says:
@<Thompson> FCO: Sorry, sir.  Just following orders.
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@::Eyes the XO and CSO hopeful to take the monstrosity off yet concerned that it might not be safe.::
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
CMO: I will see you later. ::hovers for the door::
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
CNS:  nooo.  Don't do that.  Just tell him it is a gift from his children.  ::mischief in her eyes::
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
::laughs again:: CMO: Aye ma'am.
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@Thompson: You are assigned to protect me, watch my back...not to smother me.  ::Smiles in her EVA suit.::
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
CEO: Hi and bye. ::As she leaves::
::heads for the bridge::
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
::Looks up::  CEO:  Ahhh Chief.  The counselor is about to leave.  But I think we have found a spot to go down and check on.
CSO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@::Calls back:: XO: The cave is secure and safe to enter::sticjs his head out and grins::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::leans back in his chair and picks up the glass, sipping at it as he checks his subspace mail, looking for a response from DS3's commander::
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
CMO: Real good. I have been looking at our supplies and my people are replicating the extra bits we need.
CSO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@XO: They have some rudinetary lights still functioning even
XO_Cmdr_Ikari says:
@::nods to the CSO and waves everyobody onward:: ALL: Everybody in.  ::heads in::
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
CEO:  Good... sad what we are  having to do, but at least it will bring us closer and maybe any folks out there that still call this place home.  Isn't OPS supposed to be joining us?
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
::rides the TL up and begins to organize her thoughts for her report::
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@::Hesitantly steps inside after the XO.::
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
CMO: Yes, but it is also positive that we can do a bit for these people. I don't know where OPS is.
CTO_Ltjg_Semaj says:
@::Steps up to the CSO:: CSO: Looks like its you and me teaming on this one, sir.
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
::Hands the padd with coordinates and info of the general area over::  CEO:  Are you ready to go down and check?  We can have them meet us there.
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@CSO: Sir do you think it is safe if I take some Holo's of the cave?
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
::Hovers off the TL and heads for the RR.  Hits the chime as she gets there::
CSO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@::removes his EVA helemet:: CTO No need for these here
XO_Cmdr_Ikari says:
@::pops off the helmet and takes a deep breath of dusty air, proceeded by a long cough::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::reads the message and frowns:: Door: Come in. ::doesn't sound entirely pleased::
CSO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@CTO: Ever go spelunking?
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
::enters:: CO: You wanted to see me sir?
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::looks up:: CNS: Ahh, come in, come in Counselor.
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
CMO: Yes, ::checks coordinates:: of course.
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
CO: And uh before I forget...
CTO_Ltjg_Semaj says:
@::Raises an eyebrow:: CSO: No I have not.  Are you sure its safe to remove our helmets in here?
OPS_Ens_Mulligan says:
::walks into the office::  CMO/CEO:  Sorry I'm late, sirs.  ::looks a tad on the disheveled side::
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
::Reaches for the hypospray on her desk::  CEO:  One thing first...  ::Gives her and then herself a shot of Adrenaline::
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
::hands him a plate:: CO:  A gift from your children that the CMO asked me to bring you. ::grins::
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
OPS:  Just in time... ::Gives a shot of Adrenaline::
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@CSO: Sir the holos?  ::Raises her holo imager.::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::looks at Keely oddly and takes the plate:: CNS: Thank you, Counselor.
OPS_Ens_Mulligan says:
CMO:  Oh... ::looks at his shoulder::  Well, that's good, then.  ::smiles uneasily, wondering what chemicals his body just absorbed::
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
::Feels her   heart pounding as the adrenaline enters her system.::
CSO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@FCO: By all means, proceed
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
::waits for him to speak next::
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@::Nods to the CSO in thanks.::
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
::Seeing his unease::  OPS:  Adrenaline will protect you against radiation for a short period of time.  For long exposure, we need EVA suits, which are not a favorite of mine.
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@::Takes her helmet off slowly, stowing it safely then proceeds to take holo's of the cave for further investigation.::
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
::Rests against a table for a second.::
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
CEO:  Are you alright?
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::puts the plate down on the corner of his desk and then orders his thoughts, starting carefully. CNS: It seems that my purpose for calling you here has suddenly become more important. ::pauses:: I've just recieved a message routed from DS3. No information on our new friends yet.
CSO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@::sees the CTO with his helmet on CTO: I can assure you it's safe inb here.  I have no helmet on
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
::frowns::  CO: If I can say, I am a bit upset at command for keeping us in the dark like this, sir.
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@Self: I never was into photography but this is fun.
CTO_Ltjg_Semaj says:
@CSO: True, but we Vulcans are more succeptible to this particular radiation than you are.  ::Tentatively removes the Enviro Helmet::
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
CMO: Yessir, just not reacting very well to adrenaline. It will pass in a minute.
OPS_Ens_Mulligan says:
::watches the Chief Engineer carefully a second, then mentions, in passing::  CMO:  Should I notify the transporter room and get some gear ready, or is that taken care of?
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::eases up into a better position:: CNS: The sentiment is noted and shared, Counselor. Since we're still not gifted with fact, we might as well get down to assessment and speculation. Your report, Lieutenant.
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
CEO:  Hmmm... let me check.  Sky said you handled it well last time.  ::Does a quick scan::
CSO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@CTO: We're in a particularly heavily shielded location. You'll be fine
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
OPS: I have already had my kit stored in TR-1.
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
CMO: Often I do, sometimes I don't.
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
CEO:  Hmmm... I see a bit of build up from the last shot, but that is good.  Perhaps you have a low tolerance for it.  Bad news for you I am afraid.
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
OPS:  Please do.  We will be there in a few moments.
XO_Cmdr_Ikari says:
@::strolls around walls of the cave, getting a general view of the layout::
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
::Shrugs.:: CMO: It's passing now anyway.
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
OPS:  the gear should be ready.  We are only checking out the site first while engineering finishes gathering their supplies.
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@CSO: Sir, I have obtained holos of the floor ceiling and walls.  Is there anything specific you wish holo imaged?
CTO_Ltjg_Semaj says:
@CSO: I will take your word for it.  ::Makes a mental note to have Dr. Ahkileez check him out real good when he gets back to the ship::
Host Malane says:
@::hears something a short distance away and flattens against the wall in fear::
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
CEO:  You will need to wear the EVA suit once you begin setting this up.  For now, let's go check out the site while things are quiet.
CSO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@XO: Commander, would you like a more thourugh search of the caves FCO: Noted, continue as ordered
CSO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@FCO: Just record everything you see
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
CO: I have read over Dr. Ahkileez's report and must say that I believe we are facing a potentially life threating situation here.  These Chodan'Ri appear to be a warring people.  Add that to the fact that we are under strict orders not to engage them and I think we have an explosive situation on our hands.
XO_Cmdr_Ikari says:
@CSO: Very much so.  CTO: Lieutenant, you and one of your team members will join me in exploring the rest of this cave.
OPS_Ens_Mulligan says:
::merely steps aside to allow both officers through::
CSO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@XO: Want me to hold down the homefront?
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
CMO: Yessir.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CNS: Do you think that awareness is affecting the crew?
CTO_Ltjg_Semaj says:
@XO: Aye, sir.  CSO: Looks like your on your own.
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
::Heads out, keeping an eye on the engineer::
Malane says:
@::hears the voices getting louder and closer and starts to shake::
CTO_Ltjg_Semaj says:
@:: Heads off with the XO and PO Silek::
XO_Cmdr_Ikari says:
@CSO: Keep recording, and be ready follow after us when we've comfirmed it's safe.
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@CSO: Yes sir,  I will set the imager to continuous record.  ::Sets it and hoists it like an old style movie camera.::
CSO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@XO: Aye Sir
CTO_Ltjg_Semaj says:
@::Opens his Tricorder and begins searching for any unusual readings::
Malane says:
@::her ears begin to twitch nervously and her nose starts to itch::
CSO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@FCO: Looks like we get some quality time guarding the cave. Get any good holimages? ::moves his tricirder back and forth along the entrance::
XO_Cmdr_Ikari says:
@::shines his arm light down the corridor::
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
::Keeping her steps short for the engineer, they enter the TL::  computer, transporter room one.
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
CO: It is undoubtly affecting the crew, but not to an extend that I am questioning their ability to do their duty.  ::draws a bit of a breath:: The only thing I can see that is good about all this is the fact that we are "chasing after them" so to speak.
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
::Follows.:: OPS: Long time, no see.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::nods and meets her eyes:: CNS: Only preparations have to begin for the possibility that those roles might become reversed.
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@CSO: Good, if you mean quality, however, interesting if you mean what has been imaged thus far.
CTO_Ltjg_Semaj says:
@XO: Sir, the tricorder is limited to just a few meters in here.  Not much to go on.
CSO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@::looks around:: FCO: Yeah. Boring cave
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
::nods her agreement::
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@CSO: This cave appears to be man made, err alien made sir.  Take a look at the walls and their texture.
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@::Something dawns on her about the mission brief.::
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
::As the TL stops, she steps out and is quickly in the TR::  TR Chief: These are the coordinates to beam us to.
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@CSO: Sir, it may be prudent to let Commander Ikari know that this cave appears to be non natural.
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
::Enters the TR and picks up her kit, then steps onto the platform.::
CSO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@: I agree....I wonder if this was one of the initial shelter they usesd when they scorched the shy::shudders:: There could be bodies burried here::thinks::
Malane says:
@::clutches her nearly spent weapon and moves along the wall to see who has dared to enter the cave::
OPS_Ens_Mulligan says:
CEO:  Hmm?  Oh, yes...I guess it has been a little while.  ::Follows along into the transporter room::
XO_Cmdr_Ikari says:
@*CSO*: I want you and the remaining team members to follow us at a distance of 20 meters.  Let me know of anything interesting you may find.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::Inhales and exhales slowly:: CNS: Based on what we've seen of their handywork so far, what do you think we can expect should we encounter them, in the flesh as it were? ::takes the cover off the plate of cookies and selects one at random::
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
*CO*:  Captain, we are ready to beam down to the chosen site to give it a once over.
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
::Hurriedly puts on her EVA suit checking it throughly.::
CSO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@XO*: Understood. We've also come to the obvious conculsion that the caves are man made. We'r e right behind you::motions for the others to follow at twenty meters::
CSO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@FCO: Right this way.....
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CNS: Excuse me, Counselor. ::puts the cookie back down:: *CMO*: Aknowledged, Doctor. Inform the bridge when you're ready to start transporting down the stasis tubes.
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@::Follows the CSO.::
OPS_Ens_Mulligan says:
::climbs into his EVA suit with practiced ease and locks the helmet::
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
*CO*:  Will do.
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@CSO: Sir, I don't want to sound pessimestic but history shows that when things are hidden and man made it usually means trouble of some sort.  Permission to scan for life signs?  ::Looks around hesitantly.::
CSO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@::continues following with the party at 20 meters::
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
::Looks at Mulligan curiously::  OPS:  We won't be down long enough to need that, but if it makes you feel more comfortable... ::Steps onto the padd::
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
CO: Based on our knowledge thus far, I would venture to say that it will be a fight to the death.  ::narrows her eyes:: Sir?  How did the Kula's weapon's compare to ours?
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::the merest bit of a smile touches his lip at the sound of his wife's voice, then turns his attention back to Cephas:: CNS: How do you mean, on a tactical scale?
CSO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@FCO: By all means go ahead. I'me recording everything
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@::Is very Ensignish nervous jumpy.::
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
::nods:: CO: Yes sir.
CSO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@FCO: The Kula weapons were similar to out phaser techonolgy, though not identical
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
::Looks at the two of them::  CEO/OPS:  Ready?
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@::The further they go into the cave the more the Ensigns nervousness is obvious.::
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@Self: Remain calm, remain calm, remain calm.
OPS_Ens_Mulligan says:
CMO:  Ready Doctor.
Malane says:
@::Nears the voices and raises her weapon as she prepares to confront the invaders::
CTO_Ltjg_Semaj says:
@<Silek> CTO/XO: I thought I heard something.
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
CMO: Yessir.
XO_Cmdr_Ikari says:
@::pauses at Silek's comment:: CTO: See or hear anything?
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
::Nods to the transporter chief::  CEO/OPS:  Then let's go.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CNS: Well, it's hard to judge. Seems to be a different approach to defense... ::picks up another cookie and taps it against the plate, realizing it could probably cut through the hull of his ship:: ...Comparatively, they're not in the league with our technology. At least when it comes to weapons. And this ship is pretty heavily shielded.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::drops the cookie back into the plate, hearing it clink on the bottom:: CNS: Still, we can't say how many ships, if any, might show up. So a tactical prediction is nearly impossible.
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@Scans the area looking for anything other than them and the walls.::
Host Frank says:
Action: The transporter chief does his job and the CEO, OPS and CMO dematerialize.
Malane says:
@::can smell the nearness of the strangers now::
CTO_Ltjg_Semaj says:
@::Stops and listens carefully looking ahead for any signs of movement:: XO: I don't see anything but there is some noise comming from ahead.  I can not make out what it is, though.
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
::nods and thinks she needs to get with the CTO when all this is over and learn more about the tactitcal area if she is to command one day::
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
$::Arriving on the surface, looks around::
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
$::Arrives and looks around.::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::brushes the crumbs off his fingertips and crosses his arms across his chest:: CNS: What approach would you recommend if they *do* show up?
OPS_Ens_Mulligan says:
$::Takes out his tricorder, treating this away mission just as he would any other, and scans the immediate area::
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
$OPS:  Check for stability.
XO_Cmdr_Ikari says:
@::sighs and thinks:: CTO: Alright, it's probably nothing, but this is your part of the show.  ::gestures to the other security members::  CTO: Check it out.
CTO_Ltjg_Semaj says:
@::Nods and begins to slowly advance with the others of the Security detail close behind::
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
$CEO:  What kind of building are you looking at?  Totally above ground, partially underground...  ::Feels an emptiness to the air and shudders::
CSO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@*XO*: Status, commander? We're twenty meters away
Malane says:
@::raises her weapon even higher and rounds the corner::All: Stop right there! You won't get me, you killers! ::opens fire::
OPS_Ens_Mulligan says:
$::Looks downright clumsy, pushing the buttons on the tricorder with the pudgy fingers of the EVA suit::
CTO_Ltjg_Semaj says:
@:: Dodges the blast and returns fire, phasers set to stun::
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
$::Slowly walks the area::
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
::blows a bit of air out::  CO: At the very least observe extreme caution and avoid a confrontation with them if possible until we get more information about them.
XO_Cmdr_Ikari says:
@*CSO*: Hold your position.  Lieutenant Semaj may have found something moving up ahead.
CSO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@*XO*: Aye::motions for the others to sop::
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
::cautions::  CO: However, they may see that as a sign of weakness... I just don't know.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CNS: I have a feeling they're not going to be the reciprocal information kind. If we don't hear from Command or find something out here we haven't already found out, we're going to stay here in the dark.
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
$CMO: The captain suggested a simple structure, and I agree.
XO_Cmdr_Ikari says:
@::reacts to the fire and runs to the side of the wall:: *CSO*: Send the remaining security team members up here!
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
$CEO:  Then above ground.  I wish there were plants about... it is too barren for me.
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@::Ducks down.:: CSO: Sir that sounds like weapons fire.
CSO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@Security! Ahead on the double
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@Thompson: Go! ::pushes him ahead of her.::
Host Frank says:
Action: Weapons fire from both parties miss, and both realize they are not confronting the Chodan'Ri.
CSO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@FCO: Follow behind with me
CTO_Ltjg_Semaj says:
@::Security scrambles to join Semaj::
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
$OPS:  Anything of note?
XO_Cmdr_Ikari says:
@::shouts out toward the fire:: Aloud: Hold your fire, we're not here to harm you!
OPS_Ens_Mulligan says:
$::Looks up::  CMO:  All clear, Doctor.  ::closes his tricorder, glad to have that out of the way::
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@CSO: Yes sir.  ::Mounts the holo imager to her cave helmet and draws her phaser.::
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@CSO: Sir, what setting for the phaser?
CSO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@*XO: We''ll be there in a few seconds
Malane says:
@::stops firing and listens to the strangers footsteps::Self: Their weapons are strange, maybe they are not my enemies.
XO_Cmdr_Ikari says:
@::gestures wildly to try to get the security team to lower their weapons::
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
$CMO: I believe a beautiful structure in a very open landscape.
CTO_Ltjg_Semaj says:
@::Straightens up:: Malane: Come out where we can see you better
CTO_Ltjg_Semaj says:
@ Malane: I am Semaj of the Starship Sharikahr
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
$CEO/OPS:  Well, if all are agreed, then I turn it over to you two to get it going.  I will work on... preparing the bodies.  ::Frowns::
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
CO:  One thing that does stand out to me... it appears that the Chodan'Ri seem to do their work in person.... not from a ship.
OPS_Ens_Mulligan says:
$::Frowns slightly, at that::
Malane says:
@::cowers against the wall again::CTO: Who are you and what do you want here?
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
$OPS: So we beam down the construction materials now?
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CNS: That does say something for their psychology. ::thinks::
OPS_Ens_Mulligan says:
$::Shakes his head slightly and looks to Brincker::  CEO:  Yeah, we can begin transport.
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@::Chooses level 3 stun.::
XO_Cmdr_Ikari says:
@::puts his hand on Semaj's shoulder and steps in front of him.  Malane: I am Commander Shinji Ikari, of the USS Sharikahr.  We represent the United Federation of Planets.  Please, your name?
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
$*Engineering* Brincker to T'Vann. Please beam down the required material for the construction fo the actual building.
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@::Follows the CSO as they approach the area.::
Malane says:
@CTO/XO: You are not of the Chodan'Ri?
CTO_Ltjg_Semaj says:
@Malane: We are with the United Federation of Planets.  We discovered a freighter that had been attacked and when we investigated, the clues led us here.
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@CSO: Sir it's stopped.
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
$::Walks away a bit, just looking::
XO_Cmdr_Ikari says:
@Malane: No, no we are not.  Are you hiding from them?
CTO_Ltjg_Semaj says:
@::Holsters the Phaser and slowly approaches the hidden stranger::
CSO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@FCO: We're almost there::reaches the XO and party, looks around::
XO_Cmdr_Ikari says:
@::puts his arm in front of Semaj, not wanting him to approach::
CTO_Ltjg_Semaj says:
@ Malane: We are not going to hurt you.
Malane says:
@::steps out tentively: All: You found my ship? Were there any other survivors? ::looks pleadingly::
CTO_Ltjg_Semaj says:
@Malane: I am sorry.
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
::shifts her weight a bit in the uneasy silent moment::
XO_Cmdr_Ikari says:
@Malane: You were with the Kula archeology team?
Malane says:
@XO: Yes, I am Malane of the Kula.
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@::Lowers her phaser seeing that the others have.::
CSO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@XO: I assume all is....in order?
Malane says:
@::still waves her weapon in the air::All: They attacked......vicious.....killed everyone...I ran.
XO_Cmdr_Ikari says:
@::nods calmly to the CSO and points to his comm badge, hoping he'll get the hint::  Malane: I know, but please understand we're not here to hurt you.  Please lower your weapon.
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
$::Sees the construction materials appear, the big metal plates for the floor and ceiling and the transparent aluminium for the walls... along with three engineers.::
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@::Strains to get this all on the holo imager.::
Malane says:
@::smiles and lowers her weapon::XO: I will do as you say.
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
$::Walks back, her face solemn::  CEO/OPS:  I can just imagine what might have happened here long ago... I hope I never have to see it myself.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::takes a decision:: CNS: Until we're relieved or until I'm told otherwise, I can't take the potential threat of these people at anything but face value. I'd rather we were a different type of ship for dealing with this mess, but we're not and we'll have to straddle the fence. We may find nothing or we may end up engaging, so we need to prepare the crew for that shift in thinking. Recommendations?
CSO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@::steps back out of the way, into the cave and opens his commbadge:: *CO*: Captain, we've made contact with some surviving Kulas
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
$OPS: Well, I think we have it all.
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
$*CO*:  The site checks out.  I am heading back to prepare the people.
XO_Cmdr_Ikari says:
@::lets out a deep breath:: Malane: Good.  ::looks around:: Are you the only one here?  Were there any other survivors with you?
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
$::Walks over to the engineers.::
Malane says:
@XO: I ran when they attacked the site.......the others.......they fell...I did not see any others of my team.
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
$T'Karr: Right, you are in charge of the construction site. I assume you have brought our own copy of the building plans.
FCO_Ens_Haynes says:
@Self: Wow this is going to be good. ::Referring to the holo imager.::
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
$<T'Karr>CEO: Of course.
XO_Cmdr_Ikari says:
@Malane: Well, the good news is you're safe.  Do you need food, water?
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::holds up his hand to stall Keely again, looking at her apologetically:: *CMO*: Good to hear, Doctor. I also have some other news for you. We seem to have found one, perhaps more surviving Kula. They may need treatment. Inform Sickbay and get them ready. Standby on the other project.
OPS_Ens_Mulligan says:
$::Stands by, waiting for orders::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
*CSO* Commander, how many are there?
Malane says:
@XO: Water please......::looks very thirsty::
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
$*CO*:  Really?  I will let the others know.  Should I go to them or will you bring them to me in sickbay?
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
::hears everything begin to happen and wonders::
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
$OPS: Right, should we have a look at the site, while they get started?
OPS_Ens_Mulligan says:
$::Nods::  CEO:  Agreed.
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
$CEO/OPS:  Hold up on things.  Seems there are survivors for us to consult.
XO_Cmdr_Ikari says:
@::looks to Semaj to supply the water::
CSO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@*CO*: Just the one that we know of, but there may be others
XO_Cmdr_Ikari says:
@Malane: I'd like to get you back to our ship, if you will let us take you there.
CTO_Ltjg_Semaj says:
@::Takes his water jug and passes it to Malane:: Malane, drink this.
Malane says:
@XO: Take me back? Yes, as soon as I gather the artifacts from the cave. ::takes the water and drinks::
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
*Sarah*: We have a Kula surviver on the planet.  Please make arrangements for either Josten or Colts to evaluate her if she comes aboard.
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
$CMO: Survivors?
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
$CMO: Kula survivors?
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
$CEO:  So it would seem... we can ask them how to burry their dead.
CEO_Ens_Brincker says:
$T'Karr: Hold it on the construction.
XO_Cmdr_Ikari says:
*CO*: We're bringing a survivor back, sir.  Her name is Malane.
CNS_Lt_Cephas says:
<Sarah> *CNS*: Aye ma'am.
CMO_Lt_Ahkileez says:
$OPS:  Though that is not a question I am looking forward to asking.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::looks out his office window in the general direction they went:: *XO*: Aknowledged, Commander. The sun's high now. You might as well wait to come back. You'll have the cool of the afternoon to walk in. We're still working here. When our guest has been rested, please ask her if there's any special arrangements we need to make for her people.
Host Frank says:
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