Host Gerry says:
The USS Vesuvius arrived in the Nalaman system after about 6 weeks at high warp.  

Host Gerry says:
Their arrival's timing was most fortuitous, as the Nalaman were about to attempt a warp-powered flight within three days.

Host Gerry says:
The crew is busy preparing to witness the birth of a star-faring race in just a few minutes...

Host Gerry says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Begin Mission >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

OPS Chaser says:
:: At OPS, ears perked, antennae straight, anticipating first contact. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: On the bridge in her chair ::   FCO:  Where is this moon you found?

ASO Lane says:
:: At science station two trying get more data on the communications from the planet ::

CMO Delar says:
:: His body lays motionless on a bio bed in sickbay. Over the past several days he has had violent out-bursts in his semi-conscious state, wounding a nurse and scaring several other minor patients. Now he lays there, motionless - dying slowly, and steadily. ::

EO Davis says:
:: Initiates a level three diagnostic on all transporter systems, ensuring they will be available if needed ::

XO Kelson says:
:: In XO chair monitoring planet chatter ::

CIV Galen says:
:: Sitting in the chair beside the CMO ::   ALL: What's going on?  Can we save him?

FCO Horn says:
CO: Just a couple minutes from our current position

CNS Shirley says:
:: Walks around on the bridge.  Keeps senses open. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Nods ::   FCO:  And we can monitor the launch from there?

EO Davis says:
:: Steps to the next console over and sets up an interface to access any transporter immediately from Main Engineering should any problem arises ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Boosts warp containment field power, making absolutely sure their signature is masked. ::

CMO Delar says:
<Farmer>CIV: He hasn't responded to treatment. The last time we experienced these symptoms, the modified glucose compound acted almost immediately...
:: She checks a display ::   ...but his vitals are steadily getting worse...

FCO Horn says:
CO: Yes. We can scan, but a passive scan will reduce our risk of being detected

XO Kelson says:
:: Gets up and walks over to science station ::

Host CO Royce says:
FCO:  Take us there...I'm not too worried about our scanning...I doubt they would pick us up

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  Power surges can be detected at a point on the northern continent supposed to be the launch point of the space vessel...

CIV Galen says:
:: Sighs ::   Farmer: Well is there anything I can do right now?  What about that mind meld I suggested?

EO Davis says:
:: Watches over the diagnostic carefully as it progresses ::

XO Kelson says:
ASO: Anything interesting on the communications net?

FCO Horn says:
CO: Aye Ma'am.   :: Hits a few buttons and begins to move the ship into its new position ::

OPS Chaser says:
CO: We have power-r sur-rges from the Nor-rther-r continent. ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Looks around the bridge for the CIV ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Smiles up at the XO ::   XO: Not so far sir, just some standard radio broadcasts about the weather and farm reports.

Host CO Royce says:
OPS:  On screen...    ALL:  Looks like they are about to lift off...

EO Davis says:
:: As the diagnostic stops, he transfers 20% of all reserve power to the transporter systems ::

XO Kelson says:
ASO: Farm reports!  Just like back home...   :: Smiles ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Puts the Northern continent on screen. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Sits back to watch the drama unfold ::

CMO Delar says:
<Farmer>CIV: Risky...but...   :: She hands a PADD over to a Vulcan medic approaching her ::   ...however I have approached Doctor Vilnak about your request, and he has agreed to conduct the meld with you...

XO Kelson says:
ASO: Excuse me...   :: Taps combadge ::

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  Radio Traffic goes silent except for one frequency...

OPS Chaser says:
:: Sits forward in her chair, bounces slightly with excitement. ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Giggles a little but concentrates on her duties ::

CIV Galen says:
Farmer: Very well, how long do you think he can last without the meld?

XO Kelson says:
*CIV* Commander Kelson to Mr. Galen.  Report to the bridge immediately.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Notices the kit bouncing, and smiles, understanding the anticipation...she feels it too ::

CNS Shirley says:
XO: Sir, may I say something?

CIV Galen says:
*XO*: Yes Commander on my way.

CIV Galen says:
Farmer: Keep him stable until I'm back.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Returns her attention to the screen ::    ASO:  Do we have their communications channel?

CIV Galen says:
:: Turns around and heads for the door ::

XO Kelson says:
CNS: Sense something, Counselor?  Let's hear it.

EO Davis says:
:: Closes out the diagnostic results on the transporter systems and begins a new level four diagnostic on the warp systems, paying special attention to power flows and outputs ::

CNS Shirley says:
XO: I do not feel anything hostile, from them, but I would still go with caution around them.

ASO Lane says:
:: Loses most of the communication except for one radio frequency ::
CO: Captain, I may have something here.

FCO Horn says:
:: The ship enters its new position with precision::   CO: Orbit around the moon established. I recommend that we cut all external lights and emissions.

CMO Delar says:
<Farmer>:: She glances down at a PADD and then up to the CIV with a growing concern in her eyes::   CIV: By the rate of decay within his neural cortex...I would predict approximately 48 hours before a complete glucose burn-out...he'll be dead within 2 days...sir...

Host CO Royce says:
ASO:  On audio...

XO Kelson says:
CNS: Noted, counselor.  We'll try to keep our distance for now. Thank you.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Crosses her legs as she waits for the launch ::

CIV Galen says:
Farmer: That should give me enough time.   :: Heads for the bridge ::

CNS Shirley says:
XO: Your welcome...Sir

CIV Galen says:
:: Looks back : Farmer: Keep me informed please

ASO Lane says:
:: Taps the panel ::   CO: Audio on speakers ma'am. It seems to be the launch control channel for the warp attempt.

Host CO Royce says:
ASO:  Thank you, Miss Lane.

CIV Galen says:
:: Leaves sickbay heading for the bridge ::

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  Heard on Audio:  $Lansing, This is Flight, we are go for INS...Give me status checks by the numbers...

XO Kelson says:
:: Leans over science station to hear the audio ::

CIV Galen says:
:: Hits a turbolift and calls for the bridge, hears the whirr of the turbolift moving ::

EO Davis says:
:: Again sees that things are in order; since he is the duty officer, he decides to head to the Bridge to see what he can do ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Goes weak at the nearness of Sam, but hides it well ::

EO Davis says:
:: Exits Main Engineering and heads down the corridor for the turbolift ::

CIV Galen says:
:: Hears the turbolift stop and the doors open, steps onto the bridge and walks down to the command level ::   XO: Reporting as ordered.

Host Mission Control says:
$Thrusters...go.   Operations...go.  Life Support...go.  Navigation...go.  (This continues for a few minutes)

EO Davis says:
:: Enters lift ::

EO Davis says:
Turbolift: Bridge.

XO Kelson says:
ASO: Can we get a visual of the launch?

Host CO Royce says:
OPS:  What's the ship's status?

ASO Lane says:
CO: Boosting audio ma'am.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Taps her feet and bounces nearly out of her chair, she is so excited.::

XO Kelson says:
:: Nods ::   CIV: Take your station.  We're about to witness the launch.

ASO Lane says:
XO: I can clear the image I think sir.

CMO Delar says:
:: He just lays there on the bed motionless.  His eyes twitch nervously and he thrashes around in his semi-dream state.  Almost as if he is trying to pull covers over his face, his arms swing about in a fury as silent mental screams tear through his mind.  Why won't the voices - the screams - stop? ::

Host CO Royce says:
FCO:  Shut down all exterior lights.

EO Davis says:
:: Walks slowly out on to the Bridge to the aft engineering console, activating it manually and trying to gain a sense of what is going on ::

Host Mission Control says:
$CapCom, this is Flight, We are go for Launch!   :: Serious excitement can be heard ::

CIV Galen says:
XO: Aye sir.   :: Steps off to the far side off the command deck, stands waiting ::

XO Kelson says:
ASO: Thank you, Miss Lane.   :: Smiles ::

FCO Horn says:
CO: Aye Ma'am. Cutting all flight lights now.   :: Kills all external lights ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Fiddles with the magnifications control settings ::

CNS Shirley says:
:: Walks over to the CIV, whispers ::   CIV: How is the CMO?

EO Davis says:
:: Hears the voice over the comm and connects the dots in his mind; he quickly attempts a scan of the engine of the planet's warp ship ::

Host Mission Control says:
ACTION:  The view screen shows the Launch vehicle on its pad pointed at the sky...

FCO Horn says:
:: After completing the task, looks up at the screen and watches the launch ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Moves to FCO position ::

CIV Galen says:
CNS: Grave, after I'm done with first contact, I'm heading down to attempt a mind meld.  If he doesn't get it, he'll be dead within 2 days

XO Kelson says:
FCO: Good choice for viewing this event, Commander.

CIV Galen says:
:: Stands watching the launch ::

Host CO Royce says:
ALL:  This is a momentous moment for them, and we are privy to see this

Host Mission Control says:
$Flight, this is CapCom...You are authorized to Launch.  Commence Final Countdown, T-60 seconds...

CIV Galen says:
:: Nods in agreement ::

FCO Horn says:
XO: Thank you. I aim to please

CNS Shirley says:
:: Whispers ::   CIV: If you need me I am around....

OPS Chaser says:
:: Leans forward watching intently. ::

CIV Galen says:
CNS: Thank you, I just may need your empathic skills to help me.

Host Mission Control says:
$:: Metallic voice is heard ::  40...39...38...37...36...

ASO Lane says:
:: Peeks around the XO so she can see the screen ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Leans back in her comfortable chair...legs crossed, eyes to the screen, ears to audio... ::

EO Davis says:
:: Attempts passive scan first to monitor the progress of the launch ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Leans over and talks in a low voice::   FCO: We appreciate your recommendations but saucer separation is for emergency use only.  That is why we did not use your recommendation.

EO Davis says:
:: Turns towards the center of the Bridge ::

Host Mission Control says:
$11..10..9..8..7..6..5..

EO Davis says:
CO: I can read a power signature.  Things are looking good so far.

OPS Chaser says:
CO: I have a powe-rr signature, cr-rude war-rp ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Smiles hoping for a good launch ::

Host CO Royce says:
EO:  Thank you, Lt.

FCO Horn says:
:: Whispers back ::   XO: I understand. Thought I'll give all available options that I saw.  For best results for this mission

Host CO Royce says:
OPS:  Thank you, Lt.

EO Davis says:
:: Nods, then checks back to scan ::

Host Mission Control says:
Action:  The view screen shows towers breaking away from the launch vehicle...

XO Kelson says:
FCO: Understood.  Keep up the good work.

OPS Chaser says:
CO: Aye, Captain.

ASO Lane says:
:: Moves over slightly to watch the great event ::

FCO Horn says:
:: Blushes ::   XO: I'll try

Host Mission Control says:
$...4...3...2...1...We have ignition!  Lift Off!

XO Kelson says:
:: Moves back to science station ::

CIV Galen says:
:: Looks and smiles at the launch vehicle ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Watches in anticipation... ::

EO Davis says:
:: Keeps eyes fixed on scan for a moment, but feels the urge to watch the view screen ::

XO Kelson says:
ASO: There she goes...   :: Eyes focus on launch ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Watches the view screen, standing up unaware she is doing so. ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Smiles... ::

EO Davis says:
:: As things continue to progress, he turns and watches the viewer with everyone else ::

Host Mission Control says:
ACTION:  The Solid-fuel rockets begin to thrust the vehicle upward at faster and faster rates...

Host CO Royce says:
:: Brings her hands together and up to her lips ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Secretly urges the launch on ::   Self: Go, Go, Go....

CIV Galen says:
:: Starts letting a big grin spread across his face ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Begins to shake her head in the affirmative... ::

CMO Delar says:
:: Unaware of the events transpiring around him, however he can sense a great anxiety throughout the ship.  He knows that something is going on, however his body is weak and refuses to bend to his will.  No matter how hard he presses, his eyes will not move to his will, and he will not wake. ::

FCO Horn says:
:: Watches the rocket get higher and higher ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Bounces in her spot on the deck, faster and faster. ::

Host Mission Control says:
$CapCom, this is flight...we're looking good...we have reached 14 kelicams altitude and accelerating at 96 nautical kels downrange...

Host CO Royce says:
FCO:  Can you confirm?

EO Davis says:
:: Checks back to his console quickly ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Remembers the reading in the Academy on Cochran's momentous flight ::

Host CO Royce says:
ASO:  Can you track trajectory?

FCO Horn says:
CO: Standby.   :: Hits her console and begins to convert the units to earth standards ::   Confirmed.

EO Davis says:
CO:  Power output is a little low.  They're within range for a successful flight, though.

Host Mission Control says:
ACTION:  The voices continue to give excited status reports as the ship nears low orbit...

Host CO Royce says:
EO:  Wonderful...

FCO Horn says:
CO: The ship looks like it is going where it is suppose to be going

ASO Lane says:
CO: I believe so Captain.   :: Begins to track the rocket ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Smiles, raising... ::

EO Davis says:
:: Obtains readings on the atmosphere and attempts to calculate whether the ship will have enough power to escape the atmosphere, or at least estimate ::

CIV Galen says:
:: Smiles ::   CO: Ma'am, I have a funny feeling I'll be initiating first contact today.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Intently watches for the ship, bouncing all the while. ::

Host CAPT Ashkenaz says:
#Flight, We have achieved Low Orbit and are beginning stabilizer rolls.  Initiating First stage Separation in 3...2...1...Separation...

Host CO Royce says:
:: With a big smile looks around to her officers ::    ALL:  Looks like they have achieved a successful flight...

Host CO Royce says:
CIV:  I believe you just may.

EO Davis says:
:: The radio transmission confirms his general estimate, and he goes back to monitoring the launch ::

CIV Galen says:
CO: Good thing I decided to wear my dress uniform, even though it is probably a bit presumptuous to.

Host CO Royce says:
::  Looks back to the XO ::   XO:  I hope your team is ready.

Host CAPT Ashkenaz says:
ACTION:  The screen shows a missile-like vessel beginning to roll, and the lower portion breaking away and falling toward the planet...

CNS Shirley says:
:: Walks around the bridge ::   XO: Sir…

Host CO Royce says:
CIV:  Good to look your best, Mr. Galen

ASO Lane says:
CO: Captain, they have established a low orbit and are initiating stabilizer rolls.

XO Kelson says:
CO: Yes Ma'am.

OPS Chaser says:
CO: THER-RE IT IS!!

CIV Galen says:
CO: Your right, ma'am

XO Kelson says:
CNS: Yes, Counselor?

EO Davis says:
ALL:  Here we go.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Smiling still ::   ASO:  Thank you, Miss Lane

CNS Shirley says:
XO: They are happy that it worked.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Looks at the screen watching the ship ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Smiles ::   CNS: As are we, Counselor.  We'll see soon how happy they will be to meet us.

CNS Shirley says:
XO: That is true....

Host CO Royce says:
:: A feeling of elation sweeps over her as she watches ::

EO Davis says:
:: Checks for any warp readings ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Almost turns a back flip but remembers just in time no flipping on the Bridge. ::

CMO Delar says:
<Farmer>*CIV*: Doctor Farmer to Lieutenant Galen...   :: She checks one of her displays as she taps her comm badge and crosses sickbay to run a confirmation scan on the doctor ::

Host CAPT Ashkenaz says:
*#Flight*:  We are beginning separation of the Explorer now...

CIV Galen says:
*Farmer* yes Doctor.

Host CO Royce says:
XO:  Assemble your team.  Take the Magma.  The FCO will go with you...   :: Smiles ::

FCO Horn says:
:: Begins checking the flight path of the ship and follows its path, ensuring that everything seems to be going as planned ::

ASO Lane says:
XO/CO: They are beginning another separation.

FCO Horn says:
:: Looks up at the mention of her name ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Turns around and flashes a very big grin at the Captain, bouncing excitedly. ::

FCO Horn says:
CO: Ma'am??

XO Kelson says:
CO: Yes Ma'am...   :: Motions to CNS/FCO ::

CMO Delar says:
<Farmer>*CIV*: I felt it prudent to inform you Lieutenant that the Doctor's vitals have begun to taper of, I am not sure how long this halt in his ailment will last, however as long as it does, he is will be in a more receptive condition for a meld...or for treatment...sir...

EO Davis says:
CO:  There's been a huge power surge in the past ninety seconds.  It looks like their warp systems are coming online.

Host CO Royce says:
EO:  Thank you, Lt.

CNS Shirley says:
:: Walks over to the XO ::   XO: Ready Sir.

CIV Galen says:
*Farmer*: Thank you doctor.  Please keep him stable as long as possible.  I'll be there as soon as I can.

FCO Horn says:
:: Gets relieved and heads towards the XO ::

XO Kelson says:
CNS/FCO: Ladies...change into your dress uniforms and meet me in shuttle bay 1 in 5 minutes...dismissed.

FCO Horn says:
XO: Ready Sir.   :: She says with a  big smile on her face ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Hates it when Sam goes on an away team ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Moves to Mr. Galen ::

EO Davis says:
:: Continues carefully going over the readings, waiting for the warp process to really begin ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Takes her seat purring happily. ::

FCO Horn says:
XO: Yes Sir.   :: Heads out with slight skip to her step ::

CIV Galen says:
:: Notices the XO ::   XO: Yes sir?

XO Kelson says:
CIV: Mr. Galen...our time has come.   :: Smiles ::   Report to Shuttle bay 1.  We'll leave in 5 minutes. Dismissed.

Host CAPT Ashkenaz says:
ACTION:  A small silver vehicle thrusts out of the expanding upper section of the rocket...

CNS Shirley says:
:: Runs out and to the turbolift, then exits out and goes down on my dress uniform ::

Host CAPT Ashkenaz says:
ACTION:  The craft appears to be about 3 times the size of a standard shuttlecraft...

XO Kelson says:
:: Moves toward turbolift ::

Host CAPT Ashkenaz says:
*#FLIGHT*:  We are breaking for High Orbit now...

CIV Galen says:
XO: Aye sir.   :: Nods to the CO ::   *Farmer*: I've been called away to make first contact.  Keep the doctor as stable as you can.  I will return as fast as possible.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Watches the screen ::

CIV Galen says:
:: Starts heading off of the bridge ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Turns to ASO and gives her a friendly smile and wink ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Watches the view screen, taking readings of the ship. ::

ASO Lane says:
CO: They have launched their warp module.

XO Kelson says:
:: Exits bridge onto turbolift ::

CIV Galen says:
:: Steps into the turbolift behind the XO ::

Host CO Royce says:
ASO:  Thank you, Miss Lane

Host CAPT Ashkenaz says:
ACTION:  The Explorer gracefully sweeps toward high orbit under what appears to be impulse power...

ASO Lane says:
:: Sighs as Sam enters the turbolift and disappears ::

XO Kelson says:
CIV: I was not as prepared as you, Mr. Galen.  So I need to change uniforms.

CNS Shirley says:
:: Goes into the turbo lift and exits in shuttle Bay 1, and waits for everyone ::

EO Davis says:
:: Notes that a level consistent with impulse power has been reached ::

CIV Galen says:
XO: I don't think they will notice your in your duty uniform.

Host CAPT Ashkenaz says:
ACTION:  The Explorer begins to accelerate

CIV Galen says:
XO: Remember I'm the one actually making first contact on behalf of the Federation.

EO Davis says:
CO: Impulse power reached.  Approaching warp threshold.

ASO Lane says:
CO: Captain, the craft is now heading for high orbit and accelerating.

XO Kelson says:
:: Turbolift stops at Officers deck ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Smiles ::   EO/ASO:  Thank you, Lieutenants.

FCO Horn says:
:: Once changed into her dress uniform, enters the Shuttle bay and sees the CNS there ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Wonders how the planet is taking all this in... ::

XO Kelson says:
CIV: This is a momentous occasion.  We must not assume anything.  I'll see you soon, Mr. Galen.

CIV Galen says:
:: Nods to the XO ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Exits turbolift ::

Host CAPT Ashkenaz says:
*FLIGHT*:  We are proceeding directly with the test flight.  CapCom, We're reading all boards green here.

FCO Horn says:
CNS: Excited about the mission?

EO Davis says:
:: Nods ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Hurries to quarters to change ::

CIV Galen says:
:: After a short trip arrives at the Shuttle Bay, walks in ::

Host CO Royce says:
ASO:  What's their new trajectory?

CNS Shirley says:
FCO: Yes I am.  And I feel everything is going to be fine down there as well ::

ASO Lane says:
CO: Configuring it now ma'am.

XO Kelson says:
:: Notices baseball bat in the corner ::   Self: Wonder if they have something similar to baseball.   :: Smiles ::

CMO Delar says:
:: As Farmer goes and sits in his office, Delar suddenly sits up and begins tearing at his clothing as if they are on fire.  An ear piercing screech echoes through sickbay as he wakes almost as if from a horrible nightmare as he tries to smother the imaginary flames.  His cries turn into sobs as he screams and collapses out of sheer exhaustion. ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Changes uniform and heads to turbolift ::

Host CAPT Ashkenaz says:
<CapCom> *$Explorer*:  Divine speed, Explorer!  We have you on LIDAR...

Host CO Royce says:
:: Retakes her chair ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Plots the new trajectory ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Takes turbolift to shuttle bay 1 ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Enters shuttlebay ::

EO Davis says:
CO: They're getting close...just a little bit more…

XO Kelson says:
ALL: Are we ready?

Host CAPT Ashkenaz says:
ACTION: The Explorer Continues to accelerate...warp 0.3...0.4...0.5...0.6...

Host CO Royce says:
:: Nods ::

CIV Galen says:
:: Nods ::

FCO Horn says:
XO: Yes, Sir

CNS Shirley says:
XO: Yes, Sir

Host CAPT Ashkenaz says:
ACTION:  The ship heads up out of the planetary ecliptic...

EO Davis says:
CO: Approaching light-speed now...

XO Kelson says:
:: Motions toward the Magma shuttle ::   ALL: Then let's get this show on the road!   :: Smiles ::

CMO Delar says:
:: Before anyone can stop him he dives off the bio bed and begins rolling on the floor frantically.  In his mind he can see flames everywhere, reaching for him, caressing him and feeling his flesh.  In the real world he appears almost mad and delusional. ::

Host CO Royce says:
EO:  Thank you...

EO Davis says:
:: Motions to console ::

Host CAPT Ashkenaz says:
ACTION:  Warp 0.8...0.88...0.9...0.92...0.94...

EO Davis says:
Self: Come on...little bit more...

FCO Horn says:
:: Opens the hatch to the shuttle and motions for the others to enter first ::

XO Kelson says:
:: Enters shuttle ::

CNS Shirley says:
:: Gets into the shuttle and finds a seat. ::

ASO Lane says:
CO: I have them as heading at course 324 mark 34 out of the planetary ecliptic now.

CIV Galen says:
:: Gets into the shuttle ::

FCO Horn says:
:: Enters and takes her position at helm control ::

Host CO Royce says:
ASO:  Thank you

EO Davis says:
:: Grins a bit ::

XO Kelson says:
FCO: It's a good thing the Captain has you along, Commander.  I don't have much luck with this particular shuttle.

Host CAPT Ashkenaz says:
*#Flight*:  We are approaching liiighht speeeeddddd (transmission deepens as they begin to fly faster than the signal they are emitting)

FCO Horn says:
XO: It’s a piece of cake.

FCO Horn says:
SELF: Cake, sounds good right now

Host CAPT Ashkenaz says:
ACTION:  Warp 0.95...0.96...0.97...0.98...0.99...0.995...

Host CO Royce says:
EO:  Speed?

EO Davis says:
:: Looks at the power readings carefully ::

EO Davis says:
CO:  Warp 0.995.

XO Kelson says:
FCO: Good...notify the Captain when we are ready for departure.

ASO Lane says:
:: Holds her breath ::   Self: Do it!

Host CAPT Ashkenaz says:
ACTION:  The Explorer Stretches impossibly on the view screen and is gone in a flash of light...

FCO Horn says:
XO: Aye sir

EO Davis says:
CO:  There it is.  Warp 1.

FCO Horn says:
ALL: Beginning preflight

FCO Horn says:
ALL: Internal power on

Host CO Royce says:
:: Smiles ::   ALL:  Magnificent!

FCO Horn says:
ALL: Internal sensors on line

EO Davis says:
:: Can't help but smile at the sight ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Cheers out loud::   All: Yes!!!

XO Kelson says:
:: Sits back and turns to CNS/CIV ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Jumps up 3 feet in the air yelling…Qapla' ::

Host CO Royce says:
*XO*:  They have reached warp 1, Sam.   Good luck down there.

CIV Galen says:
:: Looks at the XO ::

Host CO Royce says:
:: Claps lightly at the achievement ::

FCO Horn says:
:: Drones on with the pre flight; once completed, informs the bridge ::

Host CAPT Ashkenaz says:
ACTION:  the Explorer Drops out of warp and comes to all-stop at about 20 light-minutes from the planet.  Loud cheering can now be heard over all planetary frequencies.

XO Kelson says:
*CO* Thank you, Ma'am.  Will you be letting them know about our arrival?

FCO Horn says:
CO: Pre-flight completed and ready for take off

CMO Delar says:
::He sits up as the medics rush towards him to calm him.  With an almost disgusting Vulcan irony, he stares at them blankly as if he had been sane through the entire episode.  As Farmer begins to check him he looks at her. ::
Farmer: Crewman, I can assure you that I am quite healthy.  If you would kindly return to your duty, we have an assignment to do.

EO Davis says:
:: Traces the crude warp signature ::

Host CO Royce says:
XO:  Commander...what a question...They don't even know we're up here...

ASO Lane says:
:: Relaxes and watches in the incoming data stream on the warp craft's performance so far ::

FCO Horn says:
:: Checks her panel and sees the docking bay doors are open. ::

Host CAPT Ashkenaz says:
$*Explorer*:  Come in, Explorer!  Report your status!

FCO Horn says:
ALL: Thrusters online. Forward 1/10 implulse

Host CO Royce says:
FCO:  Take her out, Commander.  Take a low level approach.  Don't want to scare them.

EO Davis says:
CO:  The Explorer has dropped from warp successfully roughly twenty light-minutes from our current location.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Plots the Alien ships course at warp speed, following its path. ::

XO Kelson says:
*CO* Well...I don't like the thought of being fired upon when we enter the atmosphere.  We'll do our best.

Host CO Royce says:
EO:  Thank you.

FCO Horn says:
CO: Aye Ma'am

CMO Delar says:
:: Watching Farmer’s confused expression he stands and enters his office. Unaware of the events that had transpired, he continued as if nothing had ever happened to him. For all he could recall, nothing did, and that was the end of it. ::

Host CO Royce says:
Magma:  Good luck!

FCO Horn says:
:: Pulls the shuttle out majestically, once clear plots a course ::

EO Davis says:
:: Nods, hoping he didn't intrude on the OPS turf ::

FCO Horn says:
@COMM: CO: We are clear of the ship and proceeding forward with mission

Host CAPT Ashkenaz says:
*#FLIGHT*:  Heeeeeeyaaaaaa!  Our Status is green on all boards!  Permission to cruise?

ASO Lane says:
:: Hears Sam's voice and whispers to herself ::   Self: Good luck Sam and come back safely.

XO Kelson says:
@CIV: Remember, this is your show, Mr. Galen.  You represent the Federation.  I will represent the Vesuvius.

CIV Galen says:
@:: Smiles ::   XO: Yes sir.

FCO Horn says:
@ALL: Here we go.

Host CO Royce says:
EO:  Continue to track them.  Make sure the ship stays safe

Host CAPT Ashkenaz says:
<CapCom/Flight> *$Explorer*:  Explorer, we have a small object on LIDAR, approaching your position rapidly!  Do you see it?  Confirm!

Host CO Royce says:
ASO:  Continue to monitor their communications...

FCO Horn says:
@XO: Want me to come up behind, head on, or from the side?

EO Davis says:
CO: Aye Captain.

XO Kelson says:
@CNS: Counselor...we need your senses at maximum capability.  I need to know what they are feeling about their first extraterrestrial visit.   :: Smiles ::

Host CO Royce says:
OPS:  Track the shuttle

CMO Delar says:
:: He continue to read up on the alien species they are about to
contact. ::*Bridge*: Lieutenant Delar to Bridge...

ASO Lane says:
CO: Ma'am, I think the craft has picked up our shuttle on their scans.

CNS Shirley says:
@XO: Yes Sir, as of now they seem calm

Host CAPT Ashkenaz says:
*#Flight*:  I see it!  It's moving under power!  It's not a natural phenomenon!  We are going in for a closer look!

EO Davis says:
:: Searches for the trace of warp power that is the Explorer ::

XO Kelson says:
@FCO: Just bring us in nice and easy from the most non-threatening angle.

Host CO Royce says:
COMM: Magma: FCO:  Cut your exterior lights...you've been seen

XO Kelson says:
@FCO: When they contact us, I'll do the talking.

Host CAPT Ashkenaz says:
<CapCom> *$Explorer*:  Ash, this is Russ.  It's your call, but how can you be sure this thing isn't hostile?

FCO Horn says:
@::Hearing transmission, checks her lights and exterior emissions ::

XO Kelson says:
@COMM: Vesuvius: Acknowledged...

OPS Chaser says:
CO: Shall I scan the Alien ship?

Host CO Royce says:
COMM: Magma:  XO:  Can you bring up communications with them?

Host CO Royce says:
:: Nods to OPS ::

CNS Shirley says:
@XO: They are nervous...

XO Kelson says:
@COMM: Vesuvius: Was just about to try, Captain.   :: Smiles ::

CMO Delar says:
:: He taps his comm badge ::   *OPS*: Lieutenant Delar to Lieutenant (jg) Chaser, please respond.

CIV Galen says:
@XO: I think it is about time we make contact.

Host CAPT Ashkenaz says:
*#CapCom*:  Russ, I don't.  But whatever that thing is, it watched the whole show, you can bet on it.  Besides, why did we come out here, anyway?  We're going in.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Scans the Alien ship, pays particular attention to engines, forwarding the scan to the EO's station. ::

OPS Chaser says:
*CMO*: Aye, Doctor-r-r.?.

ASO Lane says:
CO: Captain, their communications indicate that they're about to investigate the shuttle.

EO Davis says:
:: Receives the information instantaneously, thanks to the speed of the Vesuvius' computer, then cross-references it with his warp readings ::

Host CAPT Ashkenaz says:
COMM: Unidentified Craft:  This is the NSA Explorer.  We are on a mission of peace and exploration.  Do you read?

FCO Horn says:
@XO: I am bringing the ship along side.

CIV Galen says:
@XO: I think this is my cue, Commander.

Host CO Royce says:
COMM: XO:  They are curious about you...

CIV Galen says:
@FCO: Open a Channel.

FCO Horn says:
@XO: Channel open

Host CAPT Ashkenaz says:
*#FLIGHT*: No response, but the ship is coming along side.  It's about 1/3 our size...

CMO Delar says:
*OPS*: I was curious as to the current mission status.  Have we arrived in orbit or Nalaman since my last communiqué to the bridge?   :: He asks without hesitation, unaware that he has been unconscious for over three days.  He reads over his PADD as he awaits a reply. ::

XO Kelson says:
@COMM: Spaceship Explorer: Space vessel Explorer.  This is the shuttle Magma.  We too come in peace.

Host CO Royce says:
ASO:  Can you up the conversation?

OPS Chaser says:
*CMO*: Aye Doctor-r, we have just witnessed a successful war-rp flight, and have sent a team for-r fir-rst contact.

XO Kelson says:
@COMM: Explorer: We wish to congratulate you on your initial flight past the speed of light.  It must be quite a feeling.

ASO Lane says:
CO: I can boost the gain a little more Captain.   :: Taps the console and increases the gain ::   That's all I can give you ma'am.

OPS Chaser says:
CO: Schematics of the engines have been sent to EO Davis, for-r-warding a copy to your-r chair now, Ma'am.

Host CAPT Ashkenaz says:
#COMM: Magma: I am Captain Ashkenaz Halaban.  On behalf of the United Government of Nalaman and the governing Council, we welcome you.

CMO Delar says:
:: He sits in his chair, shocked and unsure of what to speak.  With Vulcan discipline he recovers himself without any outward expression and he continues on with only a brief pause for thought. ::   *OPS*: Understood Lieutenant.  I will be arriving on the bridge shortly with my official report on the Nalaman population.  Sickbay out.

Host CO Royce says:
:: Nods at ASO and OPS ::

XO Kelson says:
@CIV: Your turn is coming up, Mr. Galen.

Host CAPT Ashkenaz says:
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