Star Trek:  A Call to Duty - USS Vesuvius NCC 71985

Host Gerry says:
Strangers in a strange land:  Episode Three

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First Contact has been initiated by the Nalaman People, having some unique sensor equipment, which they have called LIDAR, a form of radar that functions faster than the speed of light.

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An away team on a shuttle has pulled along side Captain Ashkenaz and is getting ready to make face-to-face contact, each with a species new to them.

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There is a joyful air of anticipation as the two parties ready themselves to meet one another...

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<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Begin Mission >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

CO Royce says:
:: In her Ready Room monitoring the Shuttle, preparing her report for Starfleet ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: At station ::

CEO Davis says:
:: In Main Engineering gathering a few pieces of equipment together ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Sitting at Science Station 2 wondering how Sam is doing with the Away Team ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: On the bridge in front of the command chair ::

FCO Horn says:
@:: At shuttles helm control ::

CEO Davis says:
:: Packs a tricorder portable scanning device along with a few other maintenance tools and heads for the main transporter room ::

GCTRL Suliman says:
$Capt. Ashkenaz: Take it slow, Captain.

XO Kelson says:
@COMM: Nalaman spacecraft: Captain Ashkenaz...I am Commander Samuel Kelson of the USS Vesuvius.  We are a spaceship representing the Federation of Planets.  A peaceful group.

CEO Davis says:
:: Enters the turbolift and requests to be taken to the transporter room. ::

CMO Delar says:
:: After a brief trip in the turbolift he steps out onto the bridge and looks around. He stands across from the Operations console and looks up at the sweeping ramp up to the higher level.  Even the short distance seems dizzying to him and he shakes off the feeling.  It is nearly a minute before he steps away from the entrance and out onto the bridge. ::

CSO Trelan says:
Lane: What’s our position?

CNS Shirley says:
@:: Just sitting and sensing things ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Listens to the Shuttle comm intently.::

XO Kelson says:
@COMM: Nalaman spacecraft: We would like to formally meet with you to congratulate your people on this stupendous achievement.

CEO Davis says:
:: Exits the turbolift, ducking a few people and bulkheads as he glides in to the transporter room ::

ASO Lane says:
CSO: The shuttle is approaching the Nalaman.

XO Kelson says:
@:: Looks over at Mr. Galen ::

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
#COMM:  Commander Kelson, please stand by while I obtain instructions from my central command.

CEO Davis says:
:: Nods to the duty officer at the transporter console and heads to the back of the room towards the EPS conduits and isolinear access areas ::

XO Kelson says:
@Galen: What do you think, Mr. Galen?

CSO Trelan says:
OPS: Are we still hidden from the alien craft?

XO Kelson says:
@COMM: Nalaman Spacecraft:  Understood...standing by...

CIV Galen says:
@:: Looks back to the XO ::   XO: I think first contact should be attempted.  They seem like a peaceful race.   :: Looks over to the CNS ::   CNS: Becca, anything?

XO Kelson says:
@:: Agrees with Galen and looks at CNS ::

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
#COMM: GCTRL Suliman:  We have made contact with the other spacecraft.  Please provide instructions.  They want to meet with us.

CEO Davis says:
:: Takes the console off and begins scanning the EPS taps and the isolinear chips with the tricorder at a very focused level, trying to root out any possible malfunctions ::

CNS Shirley says:
@CIV/XO: I just sense everything is calm right now.

OPS Chaser says:
CSO: Aye exter-rnal lights out, emissions masked, Sir-r.

CMO Delar says:
:: He stands there using the edge of the Operations console as a brace. He works on stabilizing himself momentarily before crossing the bridge towards the command section and logging himself into one of the computer displays.  He begins to refresh himself with the status of the shuttle crew and their health. ::

FCO Horn says:
@CIV: Of course you have to be careful of wolf in sheep’s clothing too.

ASO Lane says:
:: Monitors the sensors checking all data on the Nalaman craft ::

CIV Galen says:
@FCO: Agreed.

CSO Trelan says:
Self: It's your show, Eddie.  Make it a good impression.

CEO Davis says:
:: Notes that nothing is out of the ordinary as far as he can tell; he runs over the area one last time ::

GCTRL Suliman says:
$:: Looks at the console and hesitates ::   $COMM: Capt. Ashkenaz: Captain, you've been in direct communication with the….  If you believe it's safe, then by all means we wish to make contact.  It's what we've dreamed of.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Begins to pace in a small circle in front of the command center ::

XO Kelson says:
@FCO: I would be surprised if they would be any threat to us, Commander.  But it is always good to be cautious.

CEO Davis says:
:: Ducks out of locker and looks at the transporter chief ::

CEO Davis says:
Chief: Run a level three diagnostic on this transporter system.

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
#COMM:  Roger that Central.  I'll have them follow us down to the planet.

FCO Horn says:
@XO: I agree, but you can never tell.

CMO Delar says:
:: Looking up from his display his eyes go blurry and he does his best to not go spinning onto the floor.  With an outward expression that is completely 'Vulcan' he looks over to the CSO. :: CSO: The away team is within all accepted guidelines Commander...

GCTRL Suliman says:
$COMM: Capt:  Understood, I'll inform the others of the arrival of our guests.

CSO Trelan says:
CMO: Thank you, Doctor.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Rubs his chin ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Watches Dru pacing and thinks he needs a dose of Xen ::

XO Kelson says:
@CNS: Well, that is good to hear, Counselor.  We don't want to send them into a panic.   :: Smiles ::

CEO Davis says:
:: Walks out onto the PAD and scans it with his tricorder as well; though he's sure that the tricorder isn't going to pick anything up, he gives it a shot ::

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

FCO Horn says:
@:: Continues to keep the shuttle on course ::

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
#COMM: Kelson:  Commander Kelson, my people are pleased to meet with you.  Please follow us down to our planet

CSO Trelan says:
ASO: What's the status of the Nalaman vessel?

CEO Davis says:
<Transporter Chief> Davis: Diagnostic complete.  Nothing out of the ordinary found.

XO Kelson says:
@COMM: Ashkenaz: Thank you, Captain.  It would be our pleasure.  Lead the way.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Doesn't like the HoD'Iw is not on the bridge. ::

GCTRL Suliman says:
$:: Steps outside the control room for a moment to pass along the news about the visitors then returns to the control panel to watch the sensors ::

CEO Davis says:
:: Snaps his tricorder shut and thanks the transporter chief ::

CNS Shirley says:
XO/CIV: I am sensing something....

FCO Horn says:
@:: Begins to follow the other ship in ::

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
#:: Pushes a few buttons to head the ship back to the planet ::

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  The two space vessels match course and speed an start re-entry together...

CIV Galen says:
@CNS: What is it?

XO Kelson says:
@COMM: Vesuvius: Vesuvius...we have just been invited to the planet.  We will follow the ship and contact you when we land.

CNS Shirley says:
@XO/CIV:  I am sensing great joy and anticipation from the planet and Nalaman vessel.

ASO Lane says:
CSO: Commander, she seems to be matching speed and course with our shuttle back to their planet.

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
#GCTRL Suliman:  Entry is looking good.  The alien craft is following.

CEO Davis says:
:: Enters the locker, gathering his kit together and leaving the transporter room ::

GCTRL Suliman says:
$:: Mumbles to herself ::  Self: This is fantastic, we finally get into space and find that there are other beings out there.

CSO Trelan says:
COMM: Shuttle: XO: Aye, sir. I will have the transporter room keep a continuous lock, just in case.

OPS Chaser says:
COMM: Magma: Aye, Sir-r.

CEO Davis says:
:: Enters turbolift ::

XO Kelson says:
COMM: Vesuvius: Understood...we'll leave our combadges open as well.

CEO Davis says:
Turbolift: Bridge.

GCTRL Suliman says:
$COMM: Capt. Ashkenaz: Understood, Captain and well done.  Preparations are being made now for our guests.

CSO Trelan says:
COMM: Magma: Understood.

CIV Galen says:
@:: Moves off and sits down, starts getting his thoughts together for first
contact. ::

CMO Delar says:
:: He runs multiple sweeps of the atmospheric sensors and he confirms with his records that the away team will be comfortable on the Nalaman environment. :: CSO: It would be advisable to record all details of the current mission for Starfleet records Commander...   :: He does his best to remain in control and hands over a PADD ::

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
#COMM: GCTRL Suliman:  Thank you.  We'll see you shortly.  Ashkenaz out.

XO Kelson says:
@ALL: Well, it would be nice to join in the celebration on the planet.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Takes the PADD ::

CMO Delar says:
CSO: As such I have compiled a report on Nalaman physiology for submission into the official records Commander...   :: He appears almost too dead-pan. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Sighs ::

CEO Davis says:
:: Steps on to the Bridge and takes a seat the aft engineering console, activating it manually. ::

CSO Trelan says:
CMO: The ASO is already on top of that, Doctor.   :: Smiles ::   But thanks for the suggestion.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Reads the PADD ::

GCTRL Suliman says:
$:: Closes the channel down and steps outside to watch the ship land.  Standing close to the building. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Glances at the CMO ::   CMO: Are you all right, Doctor?

CEO Davis says:
:: Routes the primary transporter controls and status to the console and locks on to the away team's members ::

CMO Delar says:
CSO: That was not a suggestion sir.  Starfleet protocol devised for First Contact scenarios.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Her tail droops ::

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
#COMM: GCTRL:  Activating thrusters for re-entry.  Flight path is looking good.

CSO Trelan says:
CMO: I understand that, Lieutenant.

XO Kelson says:
@ALL: We need to be as diplomatic as possible.  Mr. Galen, after introductions, I'll let you handle the meeting.  Sound good?

OPS Chaser says:
:: Yawns widely::

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  The shuttle and Nalaman Vessel begin to enter the planetary atmosphere...

ASO Lane says:
CSO: Sir they are about to attempt re-entry.

CSO Trelan says:
CMO: Now, are you OK? You don't look so good. Maybe you should report back to sickbay.

CMO Delar says:
:: He gives Drukkar an almost contemplative look ::   CSO: I am 'feeling fine' as you would say, Commander.

FCO Horn says:
@All: Atmospheric thrusters coming on line.

CIV Galen says:
@:: Goes off into a trance ::

CSO Trelan says:
ASO: Thank you. Keep tabs on them, Hope.

GCTRL Suliman says:
$COMM: Capt. Ashkenaz:  Everything looks good from here.  Take it slow and easy.

ASO Lane says:
CSO: Aye sir.

XO Kelson says:
@FCO: Looking good, Commander...

CSO Trelan says:
:: Nods ::   CMO: Very well. Return to your station.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Sits back in her chair, sighing. ::

CEO Davis says:
:: Turns and takes in the situation on the Bridge for a moment, hoping to catch up to speed completely. ::

FCO Horn says:
@All: Internal dampers matching planet.

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  The ships enter the atmosphere without incident and are flying on a course of the Nalaman craft's choosing...

CMO Delar says:
:: Without a second thought he turns his attention to the view screen and within a moment he is once again looking at another PADD in his head, writing a second report.  His head is spinning faster then he can compensate, and his wording is jumbled and incoherent, however he presses forward. ::

FCO Horn says:
@ALL: Matching gravity variations.

ASO Lane says:
CSO: The two ships are now within the planet's atmosphere, all appears fine at this time.

XO Kelson says:
@Galen: Are you ready for this, Mr. Galen?

CIV Galen says:
@:: Snaps out of his trance ::   XO: yes commander.

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
#COMM: GCTRL Suliman:  We are approaching the landing site...

CSO Trelan says:
CEO: You have a solid lock on the away team?  I want to be able to pull them out at a moments notice.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Folds her arms across her chest. ::

CEO Davis says:
:: Turns and checks the status of the transporter lock before answering ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Nods to the ASO ::

CEO Davis says:
CSO:  Yes sir.  The signal is as strong as it gets.

GCTRL Suliman says:
$:: Takes a deep breath and holds it as he watches the final approach ::
COMM: Capt. Ashkenaz:  I have you on sensors, Captain.  Take it easy you have it clear.

CIV Galen says:
@XO: Sorry I was preoccupied there.

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
#COMM: GCTRL Suliman:  Roger that, central.  I see the landing site.

ASO Lane says:
:: Glances over to OPS::   OPS: Ensign, could you boost the power to the sensors. I don't want to lose the shuttle on sensors.

CSO Trelan says:
CEO: Good.  And our engine status?  How soon will we be able to power back up in an emergency?

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$:: Pushes some more buttons to ease the approach ::

CEO Davis says:
:: Attempts to achieve a lock on those in the alien craft, just in case something should go wrong ::

CMO Delar says:
:: He continues on with his report.  While he sits in the chair on the bridge he begins to feel more comfortable and at ease, however remembering his collapse in sickbay mere days before he brings up his Vulcan discipline and does his best to remain at an almost static attention. ::

GCTRL Suliman says:
$:: Nods to himself ::   COMM: Captain Ashkenaz:  Understood, We'll meet you at the landing site, Control Out.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Glances at the CSO and leans forward to do as ordered.::

XO Kelson says:
@FCO: Follow her in, Commander.

CEO Davis says:
CSO: The warp core is presently at 65% efficiency.  Since we've made contact, we could probably go back to normal running procedures.

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
#GCTRL Suliman:  Activating thrusters

FCO Horn says:
@XO: Aye sir

CEO Davis says:
CSO:  It will take about twenty-five minutes, a half-hour, to get back to full power.

OPS Chaser says:
CSO: Done, Sir-r.

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$:: Feels a little lurch in the shuttle ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Smiles at Ensign Chaser as she goes about her duties ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Thinking ::   CEO: No...not yet. So far all they know about is the shuttle.  Don't want to spook them too early.

CEO Davis says:
:: Monitors both craft as they approach the planet ::

CEO Davis says:
:: Nods ::

FCO Horn says:
@All: Preparing for final approach.

CEO Davis says:
CSO: Understood.  I can tweak that estimation should something come up.

GCTRL Suliman says:
$COMM: Capt. Ashkenaz: Easy, Captain.  Pull it back a little.

CNS Shirley says:
@:: Everything is still fine ::

XO Kelson says:
@:: Leans forward in seat in anticipation ::

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
#:: Pulls a little on the throttle... ::

CSO Trelan says:
CEO: Good. Do what you can.

CIV Galen says:
@:: Lets a tear roll down his cheek, wipes it away quickly ::

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  The craft come in on parallel courses for landing...flawlessly in both cases...

OPS Chaser says:
:: Sits back in her chair again, fuming, her fur tinged a bit red. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Makes his way up the ramp to the rear of the bridge ::   CMO: Status of the away team?

CEO Davis says:
:: Lets out a sigh of relief; the alien shuttle looked a little rough on the way
down ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Pin points the two ships as they prepare to land ::   CSO: Sir, they are landing.

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
#:: Pushes a few more buttons ::

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
#COMM: GCTRL Suliman:  How're we looking central?

CMO Delar says:
:: He looks up from his PADD slowly and checks a display. ::   CSO: Within standard guidelines.   :: He looks back at his PADD and does he best to ignore the spinning of the room.  He blinks several times and continues on with his work. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Looks over to ASO, wondering if Sam is driving ::   ASO: How did it go?

CEO Davis says:
:: Brings up a list of primary and secondary systems and begins to decide which ones he wants to prepare to transfer to the warp engines should something come up. ::

GCTRL Suliman says:
$:: Watches the expert flying of Captain Ashkenaz ::
COMM: Capt. Ashkenaz: Looking good, Captain, keep it steady and you're down.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Misses HoD'Iw on the Bridge. ::

FCO Horn says:
@:: Punches a few buttons and brings the ship into final approach, ensuring that everything is as it should be ::

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
#COMM: GCTRL Suliman:  Acknowledged.

ASO Lane says:
CSO: Smooth as silk sir, no problems at all.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Nods ::

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
#:: Punches a few more buttons, easing the shuttle into position ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Thinks it's good that Sam isn't in the pilot's seat this time ::

CSO Trelan says:
OPS: Systems report.

XO Kelson says:
@:: Looks around landing field ::

CEO Davis says:
:: Aligns non-essential power and 50% of weapons power to the warp core as part of a 'shortcut' ::

CMO Delar says:
:: Without any warning he suddenly has an unexplained urge to have a substance known as chocolate pudding.  He rises from his seat a few centimeters before his Vulcan training kicks in and he returns to his seat, hoping no one noticed the unusual action. ::

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  Both crafts begin power-down of main impulse engines.  A cheering crowd is held off by a large expanse of water at about a Kilometer's distance...

CSO Trelan says:
:: walks down the opposite side of the bridge, returning to the command chair ::

XO Kelson says:
@ALL: Doesn't look to foreboding.   :: Smiles ::   We might just like it here.

GCTRL Suliman says:
$:: Watches the approach and holds his breath again as the ship lands and then rushed out of the control room once it's down ::

CEO Davis says:
:: Fails to note the shuttles' landing ::

CIV Galen says:
@XO: Agreed.

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
#COMM: GCTRL Suliman:  We have landed.

OPS Chaser says:
CSO: All systems ar-re showing gr-reen status, all systems fully power-red, and at the r-ready, Sir-r.

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$:: Feels a little thud as the shuttle lands ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Growls under her breath::

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$:: Cuts off engines ::

FCO Horn says:
@ALL: Power down ship engines and non-essential systems

CSO Trelan says:
:: Nods, ignoring the little blue feline's growl ::

CIV Galen says:
@:: Gets up out of his seat ::

GCTRL Suliman says:
$:: Makes his way quickly to the landing site and waits for the door to open…looks cautiously at the other ship and wonders what these off-landers will be like. ::

CEO Davis says:
:: Places four other reserve systems to his list, figuring they should pack enough power for a warp punch ::

CEO Davis says:
:: Notes the shuttle landing ::

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  The doors on the Nalaman craft open in a preprogrammed fashion...

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
#:: Opens the door to the shuttle, while unbuckling seatbelt ::

CEO Davis says:
CSO: Both shuttles have landed successfully, sir.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Sits up straight and folds her arms across her chest. ::

XO Kelson says:
@FCO: Excellent...shall we greet our hosts?

CSO Trelan says:
:: Nods ::

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
#:: Stands, stretches ::

FCO Horn says:
@:: Once landed, heads to the weapons locker and begins to hand out weapons and tricorders to the Away team ::

CEO Davis says:
:: Can't see the gesture from Trelan over the tactical arc, but figures there is no problem ::

CIV Galen says:
@:: Waits for the XO to depart the shuttle ::

GCTRL Suliman says:
$:: Sees the door open and steps inside ::   Capt: Excellent flying Captain.  And you found life out there too, what a success!

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$GCTRL Suliman:  More like they found us...

CSO Trelan says:
:: Too anxious to sit, stands again, pacing in front of the command area ::

FCO Horn says:
@ALL: Don't forget your equipment.

CEO Davis says:
:: Turns, now looking at schematics of the alien's warp-ship while keeping the status of the away team's transporter lock in his peripheral ::

XO Kelson says:
@ALL: Let's be discreet about our phaser’s, shall we?  No need to alarm those outside.

CSO Trelan says:
Self: Come on, Sam...let me know something....

OPS Chaser says:
:: Pointedly ignores the CSO's pacing. ::

CIV Galen says:
@XO: Can I suggest type one phaser’s?

XO Kelson says:
@:: Takes required equipment ::

CNS Shirley says:
@:: Waits behind the XO and CIV after getting the equipment ::

GCTRL Suliman says:
$Capt. Ashkenaz: Either way, you are back safely and the flight was a success.

XO Kelson says:
@CIV: Yes you can...

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$GCTRL Suliman:  Yes, it's a great day for our people.  Shall we go meet these new comers?

CMO Delar says:
:: The strange desires for chocolate returns with a vengeance and breaks past his mental barriers.  Before he can stop himself he places the PADD on the display next to him and stands.  Again his discipline kicks in and he wonders if it would be wise to return to his sitting position. ::

FCO Horn says:
@XO: Unfortunately, procedures deem them necessary.

GCTRL Suliman says:
$:: Glances at the other shuttle and steps tentatively toward it. ::

CIV Galen says:
@:: Grabs a type 1 phaser instead of the bulky type 2 phaser ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Checks the position of the shuttle on the ground ::

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$:: Follows GCTRL Suliman ::

CEO Davis says:
:: Shakes his head while showing off a slight grin; the alien design was very risky with the way it transferred power.  In actuality, there wasn't a lot of room for error considering all things. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Notices the CMO stand ::   CMO: Something to say, Doctor?

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$:: Eyes the alien craft, sideways, unsure, but curious at the same time ::

CIV Galen says:
@ALL: Shall we?  We don’t want to keep our hosts waiting.

XO Kelson says:
@:: Reaches over and opens door to shuttle ::

CEO Davis says:
:: Turns towards Delar, after noticing the fidgeting as well ::

XO Kelson says:
$::Steps out of the shuttle and surveys the scene::

GCTRL Suliman says:
$:: Walks slowly toward the other ship, watching the cheering crowd as he does ::

CMO Delar says:
:: He looks over to the CSO and does his best to come up with a reasoning for his sudden movement ::   CSO: I believe I may be more effective in my duties at Mission Operations sir...   :: He turns on his heels and walks up the ramp slowly. He presses the dizzy spells out of his mind and reaches it to the upper level without difficulty. ::

CIV Galen says:
$:: Steps in behind the XO ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Spots the CMO and thinks he looks very strange today ::

CNS Shirley says:
$:: Steps out and just watches ::

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$:: Follows behind CGTRL_Suliman ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Leisurely runs a few system checks, looking for a link to the Namalian broadcast stations so she can monitor their stations. ::

FCO Horn says:
$:: Steps outside and stands next to the shuttle ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Cocks an eyebrow, but nods ::   CMO: Very well.

CIV Galen says:
$:: Leans over to the CNS ::   CNS: Let me know of any mood changes would you Becca?

XO Kelson says:
$:: Sees the hosts moving cautiously toward the shuttle ::

CEO Davis says:
:: When he sees Trelan focus elsewhere, he rolls over to Delar in his chair ::

CEO Davis says:
:: quietly ::   CMO: Sure you're alright?

CNS Shirley says:
$CIV: Yes I will…but everything is fine now.

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$GCTRL Suliman:  Let me, sir...

XO Kelson says:
$:: Smiles at the approaching group ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Steps over to the OPS station ::   OPS: Has the Nalaman news service reported anything on their transmissions?

GCTRL Suliman says:
$:: Cautiously makes his way over to the visitors ::   Capt. Ashkenaz:  Of course, Captain, the honor is yours.

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$ALL:  I am Captain Ashkenaz.  Who among you is Commander Kelson?

CMO Delar says:
:: He gives Davis a cold stare, and it almost appears as if bolts of solid ice could shoot from his eyes. ::   CEO: I am quite satisfactory Lieutenant...   :: He goes and sits at Mission Ops and logs into the computer terminal, doing his best to suppress the urge to rush off the bridge in search for some pudding. ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Moves away from the CSO and nods. ::   CSO: Sir-r, cover-ring the landing live.

XO Kelson says:
$:: Steps forward ::   $Ashkenaz: I am Commander Kelson.  It is an honor to meet you Captain.   :: Gives a short bow ::

GCTRL Suliman says:
$:: Steps aside and lets Captain Ashkenaz speak first, watching the newcomers curiously ::

CEO Davis says:
:: Attempts to match the intensity of Delar's gaze, but knows that he cannot possibly do it; he nods and returns to the engineering station without saying anymore ::

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$:: Looks at Kelson, then follows in bowing ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Nods ::   OPS: I want to see this.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Sets the COMM so her Caitian ears can hear the broadcast but not the
others. ::

CSO Trelan says:
OPS: On screen.

OPS Chaser says:
CSO: Aye Sir-r, on scr-reen.

XO Kelson says:
$Ashkenaz: May I introduce my crew...our diplomat, Mr. Galen...our counselor, Ms. Shirley...and our pilot Lt. Commander Horn over by our shuttle.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Puts the broadcast on screen. ::

CEO Davis says:
:: Hears Trelan's order and stands; approaching the tactical arc, he watches the scene unfolding on the view screen ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Steps between OPS and the Helm to watch ::

CIV Galen says:
$:: Nods ::

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$Kelson:  It is an honor

GCTRL Suliman says:
$:: Follows the example set earlier and bows slightly ::   $All:  It is an honor to have you here with us.

FCO Horn says:
$:: Watches the scene develop before her ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Moves herself back into her chair correctly now that the CSO is farther away. ::

CNS Shirley says:
$:; Just watches… ::

CEO Davis says:
:: At some point while listening, he realizes that this is not something that one sees everyday ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Listens intently to the audio broadcast only she can hear. ::

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$Kelson:  You have an impressive ship, Commander

CSO Trelan says:
:: Catches Tigodan out of the corner of his eye ::

CEO Davis says:
:: Folds his hands behind his back and listens ::

XO Kelson says:
$Suliman: Thank you.  We congratulate you on your historic flight.  Yes, it gets us where we need to go.   :: Smiles ::

CMO Delar says:
:: He glances over to the right and looks at the turbolift doors several meters away.  He is so tempted to jump up and run into the lift.  He looks back and closes his eyes to regain his focus.  Taking several breaths he pauses and continues on with his report. ::

XO Kelson says:
$Galen: Mr. Galen...would you like to greet our hosts?

XO Kelson says:
$:: Steps aside ::

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$:: Looks curiously at the aliens...::   $Self:  They are tall

CMO Delar says:
:: He takes several deep breaths and does his best to work off of his Vulcan control.  His mind begins to wander towards thoughts of Captain Royce and Lieutenant Galen and the events of the past several months.  He does his best to push the thoughts out of his mind, but they haunt him slowly - ever present. ::

CIV Galen says:
$:: Shakes head ::   XO: Yes commander.   ALL : On behalf of the United Federation of Planets I would like to congratulate you on a successful first warp flight. We in the Federation value friendship with our neighbors among the
stars. ::

CEO Davis says:
CSO: This is sort of surreal watching this.

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$:: Blinks as the one called Galen speaks ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Nods to the CEO without commenting ::

GCTRL Suliman says:
$:: Nods ::   Galen: Federation?  You mean there are many more out there who travel the stars?

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$:: Sniffs the air between them... ::   $Self:  They smell funny.

XO Kelson says:
$:: Moves next to CNS ::

FCO Horn says:
$:: Continues to stand next to the shuttle watching the proceedings before her, keeping an eye out for anything out of the ordinary ::

CMO Delar says:
:: Bracing himself against the edge of the console he begins reaching out with his mind, looking for a friendly thought to act almost as a life-saver to stabilize himself.  Even though he is out of range, Lon does his best to reach out to Edward Galen. ::   ~~~CIV: Eddie...can...you...hear me?~~~

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$:: Keeps a close eye on the aliens, and a sharp ear to the conversation ::

CIV Galen says:
$ALL: Yes there are. Many races have achieved the same wondrous achievement as you.  My home world called earth did the same many years ago.

XO Kelson says:
$:: Whispers ::   CNS: Are they as friendly as they appear?

OPS Chaser says:
:: Growling inaudibly to herself, still very mad. ::

CEO Davis says:
:: Notes the slight movements of Delar once again - this time, the tension in his grip; after his last interaction with the CMO, he decides against asking again ::

CNS Shirley says:
$:: Whispers ::   XO: Yeah...everything is fine with them they are just joyful.

XO Kelson says:
$:: Nods ::

CIV Galen says:
$:: Gets a funny feeling like he's just heard Lon in his head, but thinks that can't be; he's not telepathic. ::

GCTRL Suliman says:
$:: Looks from the strangers to Captain Ashkenaz ::   Self:  Incredible.

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$:: Nods at GCTRL Suliman ::

ASO Lane says:
:: Sets her station to automatic and walks slowly over to the CMO ::   CMO: Doctor, may I be of assistance?

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$Kelson:  You have traveled in a small craft.  How long did it take you to come here?

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$Kelson:  Do all in this Federation look like you?

CIV Galen says:
$ ALL: On behalf of the Federation I would like to greet you.

CEO Davis says:
:: Wonders how Kelson will answer ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Steps back to the Command center ::

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$Kelson:  You are all so tall...

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$:: Looks to Galen, and bows a greeting ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Breathes a sigh of relief that the CSO is far away from her. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Sits in the center seat ::

CMO Delar says:
:: Not getting any sense, he reaches out more.  His expression becomes more one of pain and then he is suddenly jolted out and he is ready to strike out at the officer approaching him. ::   ASO: I am perfectly alright Lieutenant...

CSO Trelan says:
:: Rubs chin, thinking ::

CIV Galen says:
$ALL: At this time I would like to extend an invitation for you to join our great federation.  We share many things between our peoples.

XO Kelson says:
$Captain: This craft is called a shuttle.  We came from a larger starship farther out in the system.

CEO Davis says:
:: Wanders back to the aft part of the Bridge and sits back down at his console;  he brings up the scene from the planet on his own screen while monitoring the away team's signals ::

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$:: Eyes widen in disbelief::   $Kelson:  You come from a larger ship?

OPS Chaser says:
:: Listening to some funny music on the Namalian channel. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Narrows his eyes at the screen ::

XO Kelson says:
$CIV: Mr. Galen?  Would you like to comment on the makeup of our Federation?

CEO Davis says:
:: Shoots a pointed glance at Lane ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Start to be bop in her chair. ::

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$:: Looks back and forth from Kelson to the one they call Galen...then to the others... ::

ASO Lane says:
CMO: Of course you are doctor.  I just wanted to see if you could use someone to assist you.

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$Kelson:  Those two are not like you...

GCTRL Suliman says:
$:: Looks from the ship to the strangers...then turns to Galen ::   Galen:  We can be a part of this federation?   Capt. Ashkenaz:  This would be more than we ever dreamed of.

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$:: Nods to GCTRL Suliman ::

CIV Galen says:
$Capt. Ashkenaz: Yes commander.  ALL: Our federation is made up of many species.  Some very different looking than you see here.  I have a list and brief description of the other races if you wish to look

CMO Delar says:
:: His expression becomes one of anger and disgust as he begins to feel that the Science officer is interfering not only in his duties, but in his personal condition. :: ASO: I am quite capable at completely my assigned task Lieutenant...

CEO Davis says:
:: Observes the situation beside him ::

CMO Delar says:
:: He stands and nearly collapses.  He is swift enough to catch the edge of the chair before he collapses and stands there silently as he tries to drive away the dizzy sensations running through his mind. ::

CSO Trelan says:
:: Nods, figuring it should be OK by now ::

CEO Davis says:
:: Stands as Delar stumbles, approaching him while looking down at Trelan ::

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$GCTRL Suliman:  They smell funny

ASO Lane says:
:: Touches his arm gently ::   CMO: Fine doctor, but I am available should you require anything.

ASO Lane says:
CMO: Doctor!

XO Kelson says:
$Captain: As far as our ship is concerned, we would be glad to make an exchange of personnel so you could view our ship and we could enjoy your world.

CSO Trelan says:
OPS: Break radio silence.   :: Stands ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Ignores the ruckus on the bridge and maintains her watch on ship's systems. ::

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$::Looks to GCTRL Suliman::   GCTRL Suliman: What do you think, sir?

OPS Chaser says:
CSO: Sir-r?

ASO Lane says:
CSO: Sir the doctor is ill!   :: Catches Delar's arm ::

CSO Trelan says:
COMM: XO: Vesuvius to Commander Kelson. Report.

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
GCTRL Suliman:  An exchange would be very interesting

CSO Trelan says:
:: Turns suddenly ::

CEO Davis says:
:: Grabs Delar's other arm to steady him ::

CSO Trelan says:
*Sickbay*: I need a medical team on the bridge! Now!

GCTRL Suliman says:
$:: Eyes open wide at the thought of seeing the information about other species :: Galen:  I would like to see this description you have.   :: Nods to the Captain :: Capt Ashkenaz:  Yes, and they look funny...  Yes, it would.  We could learn much from these Federation.

CMO Delar says:
:: He stabilizes himself and would almost feel embarrassed at the situation.  He slowly pulls his arm away from Lane's grasp and he stands up straight ::   ASO: I am quite capable of standing unassisted...

CEO Davis says:
CMO: It sure doesn't appear that way.

ASO Lane says:
CEO: Let's sit him down on the deck.

OPS Chaser says:
:: Opens a COMM channel and sends the CSO's message. ::

CIV Galen says:
$Suliman: I have it here.   :: Hands Suliman a PADD containing the information ::

ASO Lane says:
CMO: You are not well, now sit!

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$:: Feels excitement at the thought of discovering new species ::

CEO Davis says:
:: Nods at Lane, not asking Delar for his opinion in the matter either ::

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$:: Looks over Suliman's shoulders, excitedly ::

XO Kelson says:
$Captain: Excuse me...I must report to my ship.   :: Bows ::

CMO Delar says:
:: He shoots another icy glare at the CEO and the sudden movement of his head sends his senses in an hurl. ::   CEO: I will be the judge of that Engineer...

OPS Chaser says:
:: Monitors the channel for a response. ::

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$:: Bows back to the XO ::

GCTRL Suliman says:
$CIV:  We accept your offer, and we invite you to celebrate with us.

CEO Davis says:
CMO:  Save the theatrics for someone else, Doctor.

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$:: Scratches at something behind the ear... ::

CMO Delar says:
:: Before he can sit, his eyes go a dark black and they appear to roll back into his head.  Within a second every muscle in his body looses control and relaxes.  He tumbles forward and slams down face first onto the cold metal of the bridge floor ::

CIV Galen says:
$Suliman: I would enjoy that. I'm sure the rest of my crew would like the same. :: Looks over to the XO for approval ::

ASO Lane says:
CEO: Where is that med team?

FCO Horn says:
$:: Begins to rub her stomach absent mindedly ::

XO Kelson says:
$COMM: Vesuvius: This is Kelson.  We have landed and made formal contact with the pilot and representative of the Nalaman people.  Things are going very smoothly.  We might even have visitors to the ship.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Hears the CMO at the rear of the bridge ::   CMO: No arguments, Doctor.  Stay seated until the medics arrive.

CEO Davis says:
:: Grabs a hold of Delar, but not before he hits the console and the floor ::

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$:: Moves over to the fat one... ::   $Kelson:  What is this?   :: Points to the fat one ::

CEO Davis says:
ASO:  Oh geez!

OPS Chaser says:
COMM: XO: Sir-r, Aye we await your-r next update.

CSO Trelan says:
COMM: XO: Yes, sir. I will make the necessary arrangements.

ASO Lane says:
:: Bends over and grabs Delar's head and places it in her lap cradling him ::
CEO: Emergency beamout to sickbay.

GCTRL Suliman says:
$:: Moves closer to Galen ::   Galen:  Come, you and the others should see our world.  Our people welcome you.

XO Kelson says:
$:: Turns to Captain ::

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$:: Looks to the fat one... ::   $FCO:  What are you?

CSO Trelan says:
:: Eyes the OPS officer ::

CEO Davis says:
:: Shifts to the engineering console quickly and transports Delar and Lane to sick bay ::

Host Gerry says:
ACTION:  The Doctor and Lt. Lane Dematerialize and appear in Sickbay...

FCO Horn says:
$:: Is surprised that she is addressed ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Eyes the CSO RIGHT back ::

CMO Delar says:
:: In a semi conscious state he begins to mumble things in an old Vulcan dialect :: ASO: Must...tell...   :: His body begins to go cold slowly ::

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$:: Sniffs ::   $FCO:  you smell different.

FCO Horn says:
$Capt Ashkenaz: I am a female

XO Kelson says:
$Captain: This is our Flight Control Officer.  Lt. Commander Horn.

ASO Lane says:
:: Hangs on to Delar ::   MO: I need help here the doctor is ill.

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$FCO:  You are female!  Then...you are with...little one?

CEO Davis says:
:: Approaches the tactical console ::

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$:: Sniffs air again ::

FCO Horn says:
$Capt: Yes I am

CMO Delar says:
<Farmer>:: She rushes up besides the ASO and begins to help get him onto a bio bed ::   ASO: What happened?

XO Kelson says:
$:: Raises eyebrows and smiles at FCO ::

CEO Davis says:
CSO: I just transported Lane and Delar to Sick Bay, sir.  The doctor passed out.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Walks over to the OPS console, lowering his voice so no one but her hears :: OPS: If you have a problem, Lieutenant, I want to hear it. Now.

Host Capt Ashkenaz says:
$FCO:  Do all females look like you?

ASO Lane says:
:: Waits as the MO and several aides pick Delar up and place him on a biobed :: CMO: Easy Lon, you'll be fine.

CSO Trelan says:
:: Nods to the CEO ::

OPS Chaser says:
CSO: No Sir-r, just doing my job.

CMO Delar says:
:: He thrashes out violently in his semi conscious state ::
Out loud: Must...tell...Galen...need...Pon......Galen...must tell T`Pau...seven...must...

CEO Davis says:
:: Takes note of the tension between the CSO and OPS as well; wonders if shore leave is near as well.... ::

OPS Chaser says:
:: Pointedly moves away from the CSO. ::

XO Kelson says:
$Self: No, there are many varieties of females...   :: Smiles::

CMO Delar says:
:: With that his body goes loose and he slips into a coma.  Everything is silent and his breathing slows.  His eyes lock shut and his mind begins to slip away. ::

Host Gerry says:
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