Space, the final frontier...These are the adventures of the USS Sharikahr in her continuing mission to bring peace where conflicts may arise, to explore new worlds untouched by the eyes of men, and to brave the darkness of the last vast, unknown.
Last mission we have seen the Away Team land on Morrican and start to inspect the wrecked vessel. What will they find there? And how much risk are they willing to take to inspect the remains of the Federation scientific ship.
The small tear on the CSO's suit is nothing when compared to what could happen should the ship remains collapse. In the meanwhile the dust storm is picking up strength and the clock is ticking.
At the same time, the probe sent after the Cardassians has picked up a shuttle's ionic trail. Will it reveal the hiding sanctuary of the Cardassian insurgent force? What will the Cardassians do if discovered? After all they have sensors too.
Star Trek, A Call To Duty,
is proud to present the
USS Sharikahr
in
“The Black Ship, Act 2, “The Gate”, Scene 7”
Stardate 10711.15
Starring: 

Christopher D. as Captain Savar, CO
Anne B. as Commander Rodos, XO
Kate “Jackie” M. as Commander Tiernan, CMO
Gina H. as Commander Hembrook, OPS
Karriaunna S. as Lieutenant Commander So’tsoh, CSO
Joseph as Lieutenant Nightcloud, FCO
John F. as Lieutenant JG Kurt Wall, CTO
Jeremy C. as Ensign Korax, CEO

Produced and Directed by:
Enrico T.

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FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@*Sharikahr*: Sharikahr this is Nightcloud, please respond.
XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
::exiting the TL on the Bridge::
OPS_Cmdr_Hembrook says:
CO: Captain, incoming hail from the Away Team.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ ::Standing within the bridge of this vessel, looking around.::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
OPS: Put it through.
CEO_Ens_Korax says:
::sitting at his bridge station.::
OPS_Cmdr_Hembrook says:
*FCO*: Go ahead, Away Team.
XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
::takes her seat::
OPS_Cmdr_Hembrook says:
::Puts hail up::
CTO_LtJg_Wall says:
::sitting at tactical monitoring the incoming data streams::
CMO_Cmdr_Tiernan says:
@::Walks carefully around:: CSO: This heap is a death trap
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@*Sharikahr*: We have begun our inspection of the wreckage, nothing to report so far, I have found the ships marking on the hull, so far I have found the letter N I C.

@ACTION: OUTSIDE THE WRECK THE WINDS PICKS UP STRENGTH AND STARTS MOVING CLOUDS OF DUST IN THE AIR, GREATLY REDUCING VISIBILITY.

CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ CMO: There is not much here and what is, has basically been destroyed.  :: Bends over to pick up a stray piece of metal, examining it for natural or unnatural refiguration.::
OPS_Cmdr_Hembrook says:
::confirms signal lock on the AT with the transporters::
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@::senses the weather worsening:: Great
XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
CO: Can you fill me in. I've been having a few family issues.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
:: ponders what the three letters could mean::  *FCO*: Keep investigating.  Let us know what you find.
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@*Sharikahr*: Understood sir, Nightcloud out.
CTO_LtJg_Wall says:
::picks up mug and sips at the coffee::
OPS_Cmdr_Hembrook says:
CO: Captain, sensors are indicating the storm is getting worse in the Away Team's area.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ :: Picks up a rock, and looks for general scoring then tosses the bits aside.::  CMO: Natural.  Any signs of organic material?
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@*CSO*: The weather is getting bad out here Commander.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
XO: Of course.  The Partholian Chieftain revealed to us that the artifact they showed us was not unique - but instead one of a group on the planet below.  Additionally, we've been tracking Cardassian vessels in the area.

@ACTION: THE FCO'S FRANTIC DUSTING WORK REVEALS THE LETTERS “SS OCEANIC XEK-202” ON THE WRECK’S HULL.

FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@::stands back, looking at the lettering:: *CSO*: SS Oceanic, XEK-202.
CTO_LtJg_Wall says:
::begins running LRS and SRS of the system::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
OPS: We will have to trust that the away team makes reasonable decisions regarding their safety.
XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
CO: Interesting, have we found anything of interest on the planet yet?
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ *CSO*: I was to understand we had a few hours.
CMO_Cmdr_Tiernan says:
@CSO: Nothing.  Tricorder is getting nothing, and looking around this place, its kinda expected.
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@*Sharikahr*: Sharikahr I have uncovered the entire registry on the hull, SS Oceanic, XEK-202.
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@*CSO*: The weather spirits are not on our side it seems.
OPS_Cmdr_Hembrook says:
CO: Aye Sir. Maintaining surface scans and transporter locks, standing by. I'll keep an eye on them.
CTO_LtJg_Wall says:
CO: Skipper the scans show the system is clear
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ CMO: I am getting the impression that there were survivors... able to remove themselves and the dead as well as possibly stripping the place.  :: Moves to the bridge doors.::

@ACTION: THE WINDS HIT THE WRECK'S BULKHEADS WITH INCREASING STRENGTH MAKING THEM RESONATE. A THREATENING HUM FILLS THE SPACES INSIDE.

Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
XO: The away team is reporting in as they make discoveries.  It may be a vessel of some kind.
XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
::raises her eyebrow slightly at the mention of transporter locks::
CMO_Cmdr_Tiernan says:
@CSO: Would be freaky if there was anything still alive, or living in here. You never know, might be a zombie hiding around every corner. :: Grins:: Sorry, too many scary books growing up.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
:: Hears the communication come in, and thinks it's not just a "may" at this point ::
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@::puts his hand on the hull, feeling the vibration::
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@:: Stops and turns to look at the doctor.::  *FCO*: I can hear the spirits howling, can you fly us out of it?

@ACTION: THE SMALL CORRIDOR LEADING TO THE BRIDGE IS BLOCKED BY DEBRIS.

FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@*CSO*: That will remain to be seen Commander, I suggest you wrap it up in there ma'am.
XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
CO: Is there anything you need me to do?
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ *FCO*: We are on our way back out.
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@::goes to start the preflight on the shuttle::
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ CMO: And unfortunately, it will be back the way we came.  ::glances at the debris and heads back to the crawl space.::
CMO_Cmdr_Tiernan says:
@:: Rolls her eyes at hear the word spirits::
OPS_Cmdr_Hembrook says:
::Continues to monitor sensors checking the surface conditions and the comm. channels from the Away Team::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
XO: I would like you to lead up the investigation into the Cardassian vessels.  I believe Mister Wall has been tracking a vessel recently.
CMO_Cmdr_Tiernan says:
@CSO: I'll be right there...::Sees something in front of her::
Host Enrico says:
<SO_Suvak> *CTO*: We have been able to extrapolate the vector of the Cardassian ship, we have a 99% confidence level.
XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
CO: I'll speak with him then.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ :: Moves carefully to avoid the metal that had torn her suit earlier.::
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@::goes into the shuttle to get a reading on wind velocity::
CTO_LtJg_Wall says:
*SO*: Excellent
CTO_LtJg_Wall says:
*SO*: Where are they headed for?
CMO_Cmdr_Tiernan says:
@:: Sees something under a beam, and tries to move it::
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ :: Pauses to glance back at the doctor::  CMO: We will need to come back.
Host SO_Suvak says:
*CTO*: The ship is headed to the fringes of a globular cluster 15.4 LY away. The cluster is a spherical collection of stars tightly bound by gravity. The Federation Scientific Council named the cluster PK1587-P. The globular cluster is 9.6 LY in diameter and hosts 145 Population II Stars.
XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
::walks over to the CTO and overhears the SO's report::

@ACTION: THE CMO PICKS UP THE OBJECT SETTING IT FREE FROM THE BEAM THAT WAS HOLDING IT DOWN.

CTO_LtJg_Wall says:
*SO*: Very well thank you Suvak
Host SO_Suvak says:
*CTO*: Population II stars are old astral bodies with a low metallic content. The types of stars found in a globular cluster are similar to those in the bulge of a spiral galaxy but confined to a volume of only a few cubic parsecs. They are free of gas and dust and it is presumed that all of the gas and dust was long ago turned into stars.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ :: Turns to move back::  CMO: We are to depart, now.  Unless you have a desire to wait out the storm here.
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@::goes back outside the shuttle to wait for the others:: Ok Cousin, anytime now.
CEO_Ens_Korax says:
::Continues analyzing data.::
CMO_Cmdr_Tiernan says:
@ ::Dusts off the object:: CSO: Not if we label it too dangerous....::Puts the object away and hurries to catch up with he CSO:: Coming!
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@*CSO*: Commander? Everything ok in there?
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ :: With a nod, turns to head back out.::  *FCO*: How do we stand?  Or should we wait the storm out?
OPS_Cmdr_Hembrook says:
::Continues to monitor Comm. channels and the transporter locks::
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@*CSO*: It will be a very...eventful takeoff.
CTO_LtJg_Wall says:
::takes note of the information and forwards it to the XO`s console::
CMO_Cmdr_Tiernan says:
@::Tries her best not to touch any of the metal hanging about::
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ :: moving as quickly as they can::  *FCO*: That does not answer my question.  I rely on your judgment.  We could place the shuttle in the lee of the ship and wait it out inside.  As quickly as it came, it should quickly pass.
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@*CSO*: We will be fine Commander.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
:: Glances over at the sensor console, watching the reports ::  OPS: Commander, bring the tractor beam to readiness state just in case.
CTO_LtJg_Wall says:
CO: Skipper the shuttle is heading for cluster PK1587-P
CTO_LtJg_Wall says:
::starts to whistle the yellow rose of Texas as he works::
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ :: Coming to the breached part of the ship, pauses to look around, holding up her hand to protect her eyes.::
Host SO_Suvak says:
*CTO*: If I may add something.
CTO_LtJg_Wall says:
*SO*: go ahead
XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
CO: Should we outfit another shuttle and follow the trajectory?
OPS_Cmdr_Hembrook says:
CO: Aye Sir. ::brings the tractor beams online:: Tractors standing by.
CMO_Cmdr_Tiernan says:
@CSO: What a mess.....
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@*Sharikahr*: This is Nightcloud, we are preparing to lift off, weather is becoming worse.
Host SO_Suvak says:
*CTO*: Globular clusters have a very high star density, and therefore close interactions and near-collisions of stars occur relatively often.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ :: Turns off the lighting of her face plate.::
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@::walks towards the two::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
XO: I had considered that.  But I doubt that a shuttle would be sufficient to stand up to multiple Cardassian vessels.  If we can track down confirmed intelligence about their positions, Starfleet may be able to put together a task force.  At the very least, we would need to take the Sharikahr.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@:: Nods to the doctor and steps out, heading for the shuttle::
CTO_LtJg_Wall says:
::knows this is going to get worse. Pulls out a cigar and bites down on the end::
Host SO_Suvak says:
*CTO*: Our sensors show some exotic classes of stars, such as blue stragglers, millisecond pulsars and low-mass X-ray binaries, it's the logical place to hide a base. All those radiation will seriously reduce any sensors capability inside the cluster.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
*FCO*: We will monitor your trajectory.
CTO_LtJg_Wall says:
*SO*: Just what this ole country boy was thinking Suvak
Host SO_Suvak says:
*CTO*: Also Globular clusters are among the oldest objects in the galaxy. LCARS indicates this cluster's age at 11.3 billion years. Suvak out.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@:: coming up to Kíí::  FCO: If we are still good, let’s go.
CTO_LtJg_Wall says:
*SO*: Excellent work Suvak

@ACTION: THE AT REACHES THE SHUTTLE DESPITE THE WINDS.

XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
CO: I'm not suggesting a full mission, but a recon team. Get some information about what a task force would be facing.
CMO_Cmdr_Tiernan says:
@:: Hurries into he shuttle::
OPS_Cmdr_Hembrook says:
::Continues to monitor conditions::
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@::enters the shuttle and sits down, buckles up, and brings systems back online::
CTO_LtJg_Wall says:
CO: Skipper if I was gonna hide a base that cluster is made for hiding. Just like the Maquis using the badlands
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ :: quickly enters through the protective barrier onto the ship and takes a seat.::  CMO: Buckle down.
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@Both: Everyone set?
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
XO: That is the goal of the probe.  We can take sensor readings without risking lives.
CMO_Cmdr_Tiernan says:
@::Gets seated:: CSO: I feel so dirty, even in this suit
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ FCO: Aye.
CTO_LtJg_Wall says:
::sits chewing on the cigar::
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ CMO: I can understand... thankfully we have showers aboard.
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@:: engages the anti grav, unit, keeping the shuttle into the wind, compensating for the wind::

@ACTION: THE SHUTTLE TAKES OFF, BUCKLING UNDER THE FORCE OF THE WINDS, BUT REMAINING STABLE ENOUGH. THEN THE INERTIAL DAMPENERS COMPENSATE FOR ANY LATERAL MOVEMENT.

CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ :: Pulls up sensors, hailing the ship.::  *SO*: Storm status?
OPS_Cmdr_Hembrook says:
::Monitors the Away Team's takeoff progress, ready to intervene with the tractor beam if needed::
XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
CO: All right then.
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@::as they gain altitude he engages the shuttle engines for forward velocity to make for open space::
CMO_Cmdr_Tiernan says:
@::Grins, thinking something she shouldn't be thinking about.:: Self:: almost back.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ :: Listens, confirming her readings.::  FCO: We are along the storms outer boundary, but it is quickly spreading and increasing in strength.

@ACTION: THE SHUTTLES GAINS ALTITUDE AND LEAVES THE STORM AREA.

OPS_Cmdr_Hembrook says:
::Sends message to the hangar to clear the deck and get ready to recover shuttlecraft::
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@::feels the wind subside:: CSO: We are clear of the storm Commander.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ :: Nods and sits back::  *SO*: What is the estimated time for the area to calm?
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ FCO: Don't go up just yet...
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@::gets a fix on the Sharikahr, hearing the Commanders order, stays in the atmosphere::
Host Enrico says:
<Archie>: *CSO*: the storm will reach the artifact site in 3 hours and I cannot tell with certainty....but dust storms like that may last for weeks.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ *CO*: Captain, reports say this storm can last for weeks. We have approximately three hours before it reaches the artifact.  I would like to take advantage of that window.
CTO_LtJg_Wall says:
::brings the shuttle up on sensors::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
*CSO*: How would you like to take advantage of that?
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ *CO*: By examining it as was one of our purposes here... unless of course you wish to come back in a couple of weeks.
CMO_Cmdr_Tiernan says:
@:: Looks up:: FCO: how long till we get back? ::Is getting anxious::
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@::waits for the verdict before answering::
CTO_LtJg_Wall says:
::shudders at the thought of the storm::
CMO_Cmdr_Tiernan says:
@::Looks down to the found artifact:: CSO: By the way...we did one artifact.  ::Lifts up a PADD:: Cardassian, but I can't read it.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
*CSO*: Take what readings you can, and we'll put the Sharikahr into a position above them to do what we can from here.  I want the shuttle returned to the ship before the storms arrive.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ :: Looks curiously at the doctor while she waits for the captains answer::
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ *CO*: Understood.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ FCO: Take us down to the artifacts and let us get as much data as we can.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ :: Holds out her hand, curiously::  CMO: May I?
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@::nods, setting a course::
OPS_Cmdr_Hembrook says:
*FCO*: Hangar deck is cleared and ready whenever you are. Just give me a shout and I'll open the garage doors.
CMO_Cmdr_Tiernan says:
@CSO: Dust is great for covering evidence, but someone disturbed the dust, and I saw it before we left. ::Hands it over::
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@*OPS*: Understood Commander.
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@CSO: ETA 1 minute
CTO_LtJg_Wall says:
::looks around the bridge ::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
*CSO*: Lieutenant Commander, upload your data on the wrecked vessel you have so far so we can begin analysis.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ ::Scans the item.::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
*CEO*: Ensign Korax.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
FCO: Cadet, take us to a geostationary position above the artifacts, and take us to a low orbit.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ :: Turns around to the console and creates an uplink with her tricorder.::  *CO*: Data on its way.
OPS_Cmdr_Hembrook says:
::Monitors the shuttle's progress and starts opening the hangar doors when they get close enough::
CEO_Ens_Korax says:
CO: I'm sitting right here, Captain.

@ACTION: THE SCAN REVEALS THAT PADD'S TOUCH SCREEN IS BROKEN, AND THE DEVICE HAS NO POWER.

Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
CEO: Ah, my apologies.  I'd like you to look over the data from the away team.  Pay particular attention for any reason for its crash.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ :: Turns back around to the doctor.::  CMO: Some sort of data PADD.  I will need to get it to the ship to see if I can retrieve anything.  The question is, was it long after the ship crashed or where the Cardassians a factor in the crash.
Host Enrico says:
<FCO_Ens_Polo>: CO: Aye Sir.
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@CSO: We have arrived Commander.
Host Enrico says:
ACTION: The Shari enters a low orbit just 100 KM above the artifacts site.
CMO_Cmdr_Tiernan says:
@CSO: More questions, no answers.
OPS_Cmdr_Hembrook says:
::Sends data into the computer cores for storage and retrieval::
CTO_LtJg_Wall says:
::checks over the sensors for any sign pf unwanted visitors::
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ FCO/CMO: Our time is limited and I do not trust the storm as we supposedly had more time then thought before.  Get what you can and let us get out of here.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
SO: Science, align as many sensor pallets as are available on the artifact site.  Full spectrum scans.

@ACTION: THE SHUTTLE ARRIVES AT THE ARTIFACTS SITE, WITH THE STORM LOOMING OVER THE HORIZON.

OPS_Cmdr_Hembrook says:
::Makes sure the sensor pallets are all fully powered and they have enough processor access and memory available to record everything at once::
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@::sets the shuttle down outside the site::
CEO_Ens_Korax says:
CO: This ship appears to be really stripped down for its class.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
CEO: How so?
CTO_LtJg_Wall says:
::turns and looks at the CEO and CO::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
CEO: Just internal decorations, or technology wise?
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ :: As the shuttle lands, she stands and move toward the entrance, setting the access way, then steps through and down onto the powdery ground.::
CEO_Ens_Korax says:
CO: All non-essential material isn't there.
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@::makes for the exit and climbs down, walking towards the site::
CMO_Cmdr_Tiernan says:
@::Moves back out, and heads to wear she found the PADD::
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ FCO/CMO: Break up but stay within sight of each other.  We can cover more ground that way.
CTO_LtJg_Wall says:
CEO: Has it been replaced with scientific equipment or additional supplies?

@ACTION: THE SITE REVEALS A STRUCTURE SIMILAR TO THE TEMPLE ON PARTHOLON, BUT THE COLUMN INSTEAD THAN BEING MADE OF ROCK ARE ALL MADE OF THE MYSTERIOUS ALLOY.

CEO_Ens_Korax says:
CTO: No.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ CMO: Keep an eye out for any signs of previous life.
OPS_Cmdr_Hembrook says:
::Continues to monitor the shuttle and the area around it on sensors, tractor beams still on standby and transporter locks still active::
CTO_LtJg_Wall says:
::raises an eyebrow at the answer::
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@::nods::
CMO_Cmdr_Tiernan says:
@CSO: Roger that.
CTO_LtJg_Wall says:
Self: Interesting
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
CEO: Speculate.  Was it intended to keep the weight minimal, or provide additional energy to other subsystems?
CEO_Ens_Korax says:
CO: There are some isotopes typical of Cardassian fuels in the bulkheads.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ :: More to herself.::  This is not quite what I was expecting, and yet... :: Scans the mysterious alloy for dating.::
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@::inspects the site for anything of interest::

@ACTION: AS USUAL THE TRICORDER’S SENSORS ARE NOT POWERFUL ENOUGH TO PENETRATE THE ALLOY THE ARTIFACTS ARE MADE OF.

CMO_Cmdr_Tiernan says:
@::Looks on the ground for anything that might have been missed::
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ :: Shakes her head in frustration and continues with recording.::  *CMO*: Speculations?  You were on Partholon.
CMO_Cmdr_Tiernan says:
@CSO:I was, but I was not of sound mind most of the trip.  I have no idea.
CEO_Ens_Korax says:
CO: As for speculations, who knows what goes on in the minds of Cardassian scum.
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@::walks to the altar in the center, looking it over::
CTO_LtJg_Wall says:
::gives the CEO a disapproving look::
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ :: Continues around the building for a complete scan as well as looking for anything.::
OPS_Cmdr_Hembrook says:
::Monitors the power levels and data flow from the sensors into the memory cores::
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@:: runs his hands across the altar:: Interesting...
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
CEO: I'm not certain what that has to do with anything, Ensign.
CEO_Ens_Korax says:
CO: I wouldn't be surprised if the Cardassians gutted it and used it for something.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ :: Completing the circumference, steps through the pillars and moves toward the alter.::
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
CEO: Is there any evidence to support that?  I'm not certain how precise and detailed the sensor readings were, but are there signs of looting?
CTO_LtJg_Wall says:
CO: There`s also the possibility skipper that the crew gutted her themselves for some reason or other
CEO_Ens_Korax says:
CO: There are some isotopes typical of Cardassian fuels in the bulkheads.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
CEO: Ah, I see. I thought you meant they had taken on Cardassian fuel at some point.
CEO_Ens_Korax says:
CO: I can't be certain, but I'd say it was methodically stripped down.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ FCO: It appears to be made of the same material as the artifact we have in the cargo bay and just as challenging to date. :: nods toward the columns::  I recognize no pattern to the hieroglyphs.  :: Makes a careful scan of each.::
OPS_Cmdr_Hembrook says:
CEO: Or never put together fully in the first place? Remember, O'Sullivan was leading a private expedition, perhaps they didn't have the funding for anything fancy?
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@CSO: Looks to be a place of worship perhaps...
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ :: Nods as she looks back at the doctor.::  CMO: But you were part of some form of worship there?
CEO_Ens_Korax says:
::Shrugs.::
CTO_LtJg_Wall says:
::has an idea and begins to scan the planet looking for any foreign metals or faint energy signatures below the surface::
CEO_Ens_Korax says:
::Checks the Oceanic on LCARS.::
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@::looks at the altar closely::
OPS_Cmdr_Hembrook says:
::Continues to monitor the ship's systems and keep a weather eye on the Away Team::
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@CSO: You say the artifacts are all made of the same alloy?
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ *XO*: Commander, do we have any idea of how long the Partholians have been a part of their world?
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ FCO: So it would appear.
CMO_Cmdr_Tiernan says:
@CSO: I was, but I can't remember.  It was nothing I had seen before, but the details are all blurry, sorry.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ CMO: Any organic traces on the altar?
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@Both: So this material was a essential material to their society.
XO_Cmdr_Rodos says:
*CSO*: I don't believe so though if I remember correctly the artifact predated them.
CMO_Cmdr_Tiernan says:
@CSO: Still no organic traces, nothing at all
CTO_LtJg_Wall says:
CO: Skipper I’m detecting slight energy signatures near the artifacts
CEO_Ens_Korax says:
CO: I can say the Oceanic was better equipped when it left the Federation. 13 Metric tons of material gone, but most is scientific equipment.
Host CO_Captain_Savar says:
CTO: What kind of energy signatures?
FCO_Lt_Nightcloud says:
@::looks at the positioning of the columns::
CTO_LtJg_Wall says:
CO: Unknown skipper
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ *XO*: These appear to be similar to the ones we have as well as appearing, I believe, in the same form as the building of worship on the planet.  Unfortunately, I have only the descriptions given.
CSO_LtCmd_So`tsoh says:
@ FCO/CMO: And if anyone has been here recently, the storms would probably have eradicated everything.
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