Host SM_Pam says:
They have to leave the Triton? Indeed, the crew have been forced to leave the Triton behind at McKinley Station for more extensive repairs, but they must complete their mission at any cost.

Host SM_Pam says:
Vice Admiral Sheridan has joined them at McKinley, to hand over the keys to her own starship, the USS Aries, a little Nova class with an advanced AI unit. A previous encounter with this unit, left the crew of the Triton leery of it's abilities, but with reassurance from the Admiral that all that is but a distant memory, they have taken control and

Host SM_Pam says:
are now ready to leave to complete their mission.

Host SM_Pam says:
Earth looms below them, it's blue and white surface gleaming like a marble in the vastness of space. The map says that the orb should be located in that area of Earth called the Middle East, specifically Egypt. Can the crew find it?

Host SM_Pam says:
There is still no sign of the Tetrahedron which is good news for everyone, but is this the end of their raids on the crew for body parts?

Host SM_Pam says:
The gems have been transferred to the Aries as well as they pulse at irregular intervals. Gamma radiation still surround the red, green and white gemstones, protecting them from being too closely examined. If they find the orb will it too, keep them at a distance?

Host SM_Pam says:
As our story begins to wind down, what will happen to the Triton crew as the scavenger hunt draws to a close?

Host SM_Pam says:
ACTD is proud to present the USS Triton in "Scavenger Hunt"....Chapter twenty four ....."Earthward Bound".......Stardate 10506.30

Host SM_Pam says:
= /\ = /\ = /\ = /\ = Resume = /\ = /\ = /\ = /\ =

TO_Ltjg_Cerdan says:
::Gathering up gear as fast as he can, and heading for the Aries.::

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
::enters a turbolift and enters the command for the bridge::

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
:: on the bridge in his chair watching the preparations for departure ::

EO_Cadet_Daniels says:
::In engineering, doing systems diagnostics.::

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
::presses a few commands on a PADD and finishes his report on the shuttles status::

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
::doors open and exits the lift::

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
:: at the docking bay with a satchel full of weapons of assorted type and two sets of clothing::

TO_Ltjg_Cerdan says:
::Steps aboard and reports his arrival to the computer and the Chief.::*CTO*: Aboard and in service.

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
::heads toward the commander:: CO: Sir Main and Aux shuttles are ready. We have 2 type 9 in main shuttle bay and 2 type 16 in aux shuttle bay.

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
*TO* I will see you there

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
CO: Also the Waverider checks out okay.

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
*EO*: Status, is the ship ready for departure ensign

CSO_Ens_Peters says:
::Bag over her shoulder, does up her tunic and gets aboard the Aries::

EO_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Runs a check on the primary systems, including propulsion and power generation systems.::  
*CO*:  Captain, Engineering is ready to go.

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
::enters the bridge and hands his satchel to an Ens::

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
::holds out the PADD to the commander::

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
*EO*: Very good ensign, stand by for departure...K`Vas out

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
::takes the padd and looks it over :: FCO: Good work lieutenant, take your station

TO_Ltjg_Cerdan says:
::Checks in to the security station and prepares patrol teams.::

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
CO: Aye sir and thank you sir

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
::steps toward his station and takes a seat::

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
::logs into his console and gives his systems a check::

CSO_Ens_Peters says:
::Heads to where the gems are being stored::

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
:: sits comfortably in the XO chair::

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
::his notices something not right on his console:: *Engineering*: There is a slight variance in the warp plasma flow

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
Commander: What is the ships weapons status, ready for departure?

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
TO:  report.

EO_Cadet_Daniels says:
*FCO*:  I'm on it, Lieutenant.  My console just lit up.  Give me a minute.

CIV_LtCmdr_Mrlr says:
::is absorbed in reading about the AI on the bridge aux console::

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
:: looks at his side console and then the TO::

OPS_Ens_Tyler says:
::steps up to the Operations console and checks power distribution on the small ship::

TO_Ltjg_Cerdan says:
*CTO*: Security teams have been dispatched to sensitive areas and report no problems.

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
::turns to the commander:: CO: Sir there is a slight variance in the plasma flow. Engineering is on it and will be correct shortly.

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
Self: I hope

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
FCO: Understood.

EO_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Tweaks a few buttons on the console, adjusting the matter/anti-matter flow, compensating for the variance.::  
*FCO*:  Lt. Meadows, I believe we have a go now.

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
Computer: What is the cause of the variance in the plasma flow :: wondering just how good this AI system is ::

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
CO: weapon systems ready and primed

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
::turns back to his console and rechecks the plasma flow:: *EO*: That did it good work

CSO_Ens_Peters says:
::Enters the science lab, and wonders where to start  taking a look around wonders where everyone is, and goes over to the gems to get some readings::

Computer says:
CO: There is no variance in the plasma flow to the warp systems.

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
CO: Flight and navigation system have checked out we are good to go sir

EO_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Continues to monitor the warp core, making minor adjustments in the magnetic containment field.::

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
*All hands*: Make ready for departure.

OPS_Ens_Tyler says:
::checks emergency power levels and makes sure they're at maximum levels:: CO: Operations reports systems ready for departure, Captain. Power levels are at nominal efficiency for all levels.

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
::waiting for the command to get underway::

CSO_Ens_Peters says:
::Makes a mental note that there is security outside the lab, just in case something happens::

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
CIV: Commander see if the AI system can offer any new information about the harvested organs, run what data we have through it

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
CO: Flights good to go sir

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
OPS: Contact McKinley and request clearance for departure

CIV_LtCmdr_Mrlr says:
CO: Aye sir. ::starts to pull up the files transferred over from the Triton and runs them through the system::

OPS_Ens_Tyler says:
CO: Aye, Captain. ::taps a few buttons on his console:: COM: McKinley: This is the USS Aries, requesting departure clearance.

CIV_LtCmdr_Mrlr says:
Computer: Run through the data we have amassed about the entities harvesting organs and give me your analysis.

Host SBOPS says:
COM: Aries: This is McKinley operations. You have clearance to depart.

Computer says:
CIV: Working.

OPS_Ens_Tyler says:
::acknowledges the communiqué, and with a finger tap, closes the channel:: CO: Captain, McKinley Station has given us permission to depart.

CSO_Ens_Peters says:
::Takes a seat at a console and runs a few scans on the gems, making sure the radiation stayed within safe range::

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
:: looking over the security systems on this "small" ship::

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
FCO: Take us out lieutenant

EO_Ens_Conner says:
EO:  You may want to keep an eye on the power transfer conduits.  I am showing a drop in power.

CIV_LtCmdr_Mrlr says:
Computer: You are a fully functioning AI...correct?  Do you have a name?

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
CO: Aye sir

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
::starts to power up engines and engages thrusters::

ACTION: The Aries moves out from her docking arm, smoothly

EO_Cadet_Daniels says:
Engineer Conner:  Aye, I'll take a look.

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
::push the ship away from the dock and then switches to impulse when it reaches a safe distance::

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
::watches as the ship moves away from the station and the docking umbilical retract ::

Computer says:
CIV: I am a fully functional unit. Name? Please explain?

TO_Ltjg_Cerdan says:
::Begins his patrol on deck 4 near the labs.::

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
ALL: Switch to impulse engines ::set speed for 1/4 impulse and polts a course out of the system::

CIV_LtCmdr_Mrlr says:
::sits back and relaxes as the data crunches:: Computer: Are you known by any other title or label other than 'Computer'....an acronym?

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
FCO: A change in plans.  take us around the far side of Earth and put us in a high polar orbit

Computer says:
CIV: Negative.

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
CTO: Commander we are going mislead anyone that may be watching

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
CO: Umm aye sir changing course ::changes the ships course toward Earth::

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
CO: Sir?

CIV_LtCmdr_Mrlr says:
::shrugs:: Computer: Then 'Computer' it shall remain.  How are you coming with that analysis?

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
*TO*/CIV: How would the two of you like to spend some time in Egypt? :: grins ::

EO_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Adjusts the pressure, and increases the coolant to compensate for the increased temperature.::

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
::slows to 1/8 impulse and changes z axis::

TO_Ltjg_Cerdan says:
::Stops at the lab and steps in, looking about.::

CIV_LtCmdr_Mrlr says:
::looks at him wryly:: CO: Without the obvious 'litter box' jokes...sir?  It would be my pleasure.  Be nice to be warm for a change. ::grins::

Computer says:
CIV: Data from the Triton records indicate the possibility of another attack by the harvesters at 87 per cent.

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
::switches to thrusters and parks it in high orbit:: CO: We are at he orbit around the Earth sir::

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
CIV: Just try not to come back green this time commander

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
*CSO*: Ensign we will be sending a team to retrieve another component, make your isolation system ready

TO_Ltjg_Cerdan says:
*CO*: Sir? You have orders for me?

EO_Cadet_Daniels says:
Engineer Conner:  All primary systems are operating within normal parameters, Sir.

CIV_LtCmdr_Mrlr says:
CO: I'll do my best sir.  Any particular reason we need to go to Egypt?  ::decides to send the computer's information directly to the CO so as not to alarm the rest of the crew.  Forwards it to his console on his chair arm::

CSO_Ens_Peters says:
Self: Same stuff. different.  :: Leans back in her chair, waiting for reports to come in:: So far, just like in the lab, I’m going to be here for a long time.

CSO_Ens_Peters says:
::Hangs head:: Self: yep, definitely a long time. *CO*: Right away sir, how long so I have to make preparations?

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
*EO*: The ship will be in orbit above earth.  Make sure the containment fields around the science lab have a redundancy back up, I do not want to lose containment again

CIV_LtCmdr_Mrlr says:
::quietly:: Computer: Can you come up with a solution to block the harvesters?

Computer says:
CIV: Analysis complete on location of the object called "orb."

EO_Cadet_Daniels says:
*CO*:  Aye, Captain.  I'll get right on it.

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
Self: Wish we had the time to try to land the ship

CIV_LtCmdr_Mrlr says:
::blinks:: CO: Sir...the AI has come up with the location of the orb.

Host Computer says:
CIV: Negative on that request. Insufficient data.

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
:: looks down at his screen and see the text from the CIV he looks back and nods in acknowledgement.  Knowing what that information might cause if the humans on the ship saw it ::

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
*CSO*: Unknown the team will be beaming down shortly

CIV_LtCmdr_Mrlr says:
::sighs at that:: Computer: S'okay...just keep your sensors running and take as much data as you can in case of another attack.

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
*TO*: Affirmative lieutenant prepare for an away team with the CIV

CSO_Ens_Peters says:
*CO*: Roger that sir, I'll start ASAP.

TO_Ltjg_Cerdan says:
*CO*: Understood

EO_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Leans a hand on one of the consoles, almost pushing the artificial gravity button.  An alarm on her console goes off.::  Self:  What'd I press?  ::Quickly resets the console.::

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
OPS: Monitor subspace for any reports of the harvesters, inform me immediately

TO_Ltjg_Cerdan says:
*CIV*: Where you need me? Transporter or Shuttle bay?

Host Computer says:
CIV: I have been doing that all along. Sensor pallets are on optimum capacity.

EO_Ens_Conner says:
::Looks out over his work station at the EO.::  EO Daniels:  You okay, Cadet?

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
Self: At least this ship is more maneuverable then the Triton.

CIV_LtCmdr_Mrlr says:
::pats the console as she stands up to leave:: Computer: Thank you and keep analyzing what you have and send the location of the orb to the Captain's console. ::heads down to the CO::

CIV_LtCmdr_Mrlr says:
*TO* ::remembering what the gems did tot he transporters:: We had better take a shuttle.  But let me clear it with the Captain.

OPS_Ens_Tyler says:
CO: Aye aye, Captain. ::looks at no one in particular:: Computer: Have there been any subspace messages sending with the name Harvesters in them?

ACTION: The AI unit sends the location of the orb to the Captain's console

EO_Cadet_Daniels says:
Engineer Conner:  Um .. yeah.  I think I just .. uh, never mind.  I'm okay.  ::Smiles at him, and then turns to face her console.::  Self:  Wow, that was close.

TO_Ltjg_Cerdan says:
*CIV*: Standing by

CIV_LtCmdr_Mrlr says:

::stands by the CO's chair:: CO: Sir, purpose of this little side trip?

OPS_Ens_Tyler says:
::accesses the ship's inter-communications system and tunes in the subspace network::

Host Computer says:
OPS: Negative.

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
::starts to think of multiple maneuvers in his he as he waits::

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
:: begins to wonder if he is next to go on an away team?::

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
:: reads the console :: CIV: The orb Mrlr.  It appears you are going to spend some time at the Cairo Museum.  No Klingon art, but it should be interesting for you  :: laughs a Klingon ::

EO_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Checks to be sure the containment field around the science lab has a redundancy back-up.::  Self:  Looks good to me.

ACTION: The gems begin to pulse again, this time with a strange pattern

CIV_LtCmdr_Mrlr says:
::shakes her head at the CO's joke and then grins:: CO: Aye sir....maybe I'll find some clue to my ancestry.  With your permission we'll take a shuttle since the gems seem to have an effect on the transporters.

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
CTO: Commander I will require you at tactical while the TO in planet side, I do not wish to be vulnerable if the Tetrahedron returns

TO_Ltjg_Cerdan says:
::Makes his way toward the docking bay while awaiting CIV to confirm the shuttle mission.::

CSO_Ens_Peters says:
Self: Bout time something happened, i was getting board down here, seems I spend all my time off the bridge.  ::Monitors the change in the gems::

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
CO; yes sir, as always

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
CIV: Mrlr, we can speak of your ancestry later.  I have some information from a friend of yours

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
CIV: As for the shuttle granted, until we know if the gems affected the transporter it would be better to err on the side of caution.

CIV_LtCmdr_Mrlr says:
::her ears prick up at his news and then she nods:: CO: Aye sir.  We'll be departing immediately.

CIV_LtCmdr_Mrlr says:
::heads to the TL:: *TO*: Lt, we'll be taking a shuttle.  Please have it prepped and fired up by the time I get there.

CSO_Ens_Peters says:
*CO*: Sir, the gems are pulsing again, not sure what caused the change, but can't see any danger at the time

TO_Ltjg_Cerdan says:
*CIV*: I'm on deck 4 now, There prepping a waverider now.

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
*CSO*: Monitor them closely, perhaps it is because we are getting close to another piece of the artifact

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
CO: Sir if your going to take a shuttle down I should be piloting it sir

ACTION: As the CSO speaks the intensity of the pulse quickens

CIV_LtCmdr_Mrlr says:
::rides the TL down, stopping by her quarters first to pick up her sapper bag::

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
FCO: Aye but try and get back in one piece.  Have a duty FCO relieve you

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
*CIV*: Your pilot is in route

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
CO: Aye sir thank you sir

CIV_LtCmdr_Mrlr says:
::enters the shuttle bay toting her bag over her shoulder and enters the shuttle:: TO: This looks comfy. ::grins and hears the CO::

EO_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Continues to monitor the containment field around the science labs from her console.::

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
::stands up and has FCO officer take his post and enters the TL::

CIV_LtCmdr_Mrlr says:
*CO*: Aye sir...we're ready to leave as soon as he gets here.

CSO_Ens_Peters says:
::Notices the change, but still sees no danger, and agrees with the CO's assessment of it happening cause they are getting closer::

ACTION: Sensors indicate that the force field surrounding the gems has been strengthened

OPS_Ens_Tyler says:
::brings up crew COM badge signatures and singles out the AT, tracking them already::

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
::exits the lift a enters the main shuttle bay::

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
OPS: Keep a transporter lock on the away team.

CSO_Ens_Peters says:
::Walks casually around the lab, watching the gems as they pulsate::

OPS_Ens_Tyler says:
CO: Aye Captain, all set to go.

TO_Ltjg_Cerdan says:
CIV: Where we off too?

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
::enters the Sherluk and takes a seat behind the pilot controls::

EO_Cadet_Daniels says:
*CO*: Captain, I am picking up an energy fluctuation in the science labs.  Computers have compensated for the energy fluctuation, and have increased the strength of the containment field.

CIV_LtCmdr_Mrlr says:
::sits back in the comfy seat letting the TO take the co-pilot seat:: TO/FCO: Well we are off to Egypt...Cairo in fact.  Hope you all have your sun block. ::chuckles::

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
::quickly goes through a system check and then powers up the thrusters::

TO_Ltjg_Cerdan says:
FCO: You get all the fun.

ACTION: The Sherluk glides safely out of the Aries' shuttle bay and heads towards Earth

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
:: checks tactical again::

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
*EO*: Any danger of an overload?

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
@ TO: If you like piloting that much maybe you should as for a transfer under my command

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
CO: the Shuttle has departed

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
::switches to impulse and plots a course to Cairo::

CIV_LtCmdr_Mrlr says:
@::sits back and enjoys the ride...especially with two such fine male specimens::

ACTION: Several consoles in engineering flicker but then return to normal operations

EO_Cadet_Daniels says:
*CO*:  I do not see that happening.  The computers are compensating, and we still have back-up.  I will continue to monitor the situation.

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
@ALL: entering atmosphere

TO_Ltjg_Cerdan says:
@FCO: Let me try this at mach 12 in the atmosphere and just maybe .::Grins::

EO_Cadet_Daniels says:
Self:  Um, okay .. what was that?

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
CTO: Understood, if the harvester return give the shuttle all the cover fire it needs

CSO_Ens_Peters says:
::Adjusts the force field as she walks by the console that were blinking::

EO_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Runs a systems diagnostic on the console that was blinking.::

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
@::smiles back:: TO: Maybe some other day

CIV_LtCmdr_Mrlr says:
@FCO/TO: As long as it isn't upside down...my tail tends to hang down and get in the way .  ::grins::

ACTION: The gems continue to increase their pulsing, now beginning to sustain a glow

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
*EO*: Keep me informed cadet.  Of it looks like the AI is failing in anyway be prepared to take over I will activate the failsafe

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
CO: I'll do my best to keep us both in one piece

TO_Ltjg_Cerdan says:
@CIV: Now that would be a site. ::Turns and smiles::

EO_Cadet_Daniels says:
*CO*:  Aye, Captain.

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
@CIV: Sir we have grav plating even if I was upside down your tail would be right were it should be

EO_Cadet_Daniels says:
Self:  Take over what?  I wonder what he means by that.

TO_Ltjg_Cerdan says:
@FCO: 2 minutes to touch down near Cairo.

CIV_LtCmdr_Mrlr says:
@::smiles back and sees Egypt through the shuttle windows:: FCO/TO: I still marvel at the site of those pyramids.

EO_Cadet_Daniels says:
Self:  I'm only a cadet.  Aren't there any senior officers here?

CSO_Ens_Peters says:
::Scratches her head and wonders what she has to do, so she increased the power to the force field again::

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
@CIV: Aye ma'am its a beautiful site

TO_Ltjg_Cerdan says:
@::Leans and looks out.:: CIV/FCO: They are something indeed.

EO_Cadet_Daniels says:
Thinks to self:  It will be okay.  What could possibly go wrong?

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
@::starts to scan for a landing site::

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
*FCO*: Report

Host Computer says:
*Ship wide*: Power levels in science lab one are reaching critical levels.

CIV_LtCmdr_Mrlr says::
@FCO: We need to go to the museum so if you can land around that area it will be fine.

CSO_Ens_Peters says:
::Cringes at the ship wide alert::

CTO_LtCMDR_Ray says:
*CSO* report!

EO_Cadet_Daniels says:
*CO*:  Captain, I think we have a problem.  Power levels in the science lab are reaching critical levels.  I'm having trouble compensating.

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
*CSO*: Ensign report?

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
*EO*: I heard cadet, do what you can to keep the  systems in tact

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
@::Starts to slow his decent and prepares to land::

EO_Cadet_Daniels says:
::Presses a few buttons on the console trying to compensate.:: 
OPS:  I need more power to the containment field.  Give me what you got!

CSO_Ens_Peters says:
*CO*: Just making sure the gems stay secure as ordered sir, more precautions then needed, but you know my luck, can never have enough precautions

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
Computer: Recommendations for keeping the radiation from the gems contained without causing a system overload

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
@::the shuttle touches down and powers down engines::

ACTION: The Sherluk lands with a bump near the Cairo Museum

TO_Ltjg_Cerdan says:
@::Motions to Mrlr and to the small pack he brought aboard.::

OPS_Ens_Tyler says:
::attempts to compensate and sends all emergency battery power to the science lab containment field::

CIV_LtCmdr_Mrlr says:
@FCO/TO: Gentlemen...the location of the orb that holds the gems is in the museum.  No matter what happens...we need to get that.  If anything to contain the orbs.  Hopefully the curator will be cooperative.

FCO_LtJG_Meadows says:
@FCO/TO: Sorry about that

TO_Ltjg_Cerdan says:
@CIV?FCO: Lets do it. ::Stands to depart::

Host Computer says:
CO: Recommend that the gems be removed from the immediate area of the ship. Radiation danger is imminent.

CO_Cmdr_K`Vas says:
:: growls ::

OPS_Ens_Tyler says:
Computer: What kind of radiation?

Host Computer says:
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