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Posted by Lieutenant Colonel Melissa Barber-Tafoya (MACO) in Bridge (Main Sim)

Posted by Captain Arialla Bovar (Captain) in Bridge (Main Sim)
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A thought crossed Alison’s mind, how long did they have before the singularity completely disrupted the inner surface of the sphere. Pulling up the scans that they previously taken of the singularity, she started a simulation to see how long it would be before the inside was no longer hospitable.

Ltjg Barr - CSO

It was uncertain of whether the black hole was expanding or changing and whether it would lead to the destruction of the Dyson Sphere. If things kept on as they were with no change, given the status of the anti grav generators that were keeping the habitation spheres from being pulled into the black hole, it was only a matter of time before they failed. It was clear that the scavenging of parts was out of self preservation, but that would only last so long on its own. Perhaps a generation was all that was left - perhaps more for the last holdouts. System failure without some form of rejeuvenated technology was inevitable.

Bane replied, “It is evident. Their technology is failing. Unless new technology is found,” the holo image seemed to shrug, “they are doomed. An exodus is necessary without new information or resources.”
- Wookiee

The brusque German accent of the XO came through the comms. [O] Baumann to Bonaventure. Delegates are settled and we are en route. Respectfully request Captain Bovar and Chief Science Officer’s presence upon arrival. Please have Marine delegation ready to assist Sphere City shuttle and it’s occupants. [O]

Baumann, XO

Doomed

The word was so archaic in Ari’s mom’s that it actually took her a heartbeat to realize what he said. New technology seemed a possibility, but she didn’t feel right helping a civilization make such a technological leap outside their own right. Then she had an idea.

“Barr… See if there are any suitable planets nearby. Perhaps relocation might be a better option then giving them replicators and scanners.” If they could be relocated, given a chance to evolve at their own pace, the Captain would certainly sleep better.

As Baumann chimed in, she smiled. Answering his comm, she then nodded to Allison. [O] Copy that, Baumann. We’ll be there. And we’ll see that the rest are taken care of. [O] Nodding to the NCO she added, “See they get food and blankets and medical care if needed. The bay should be big enough to hold them for now. We’ll get these talks going then see if we need more long term accommodations.”

As she turned for the door, she glanced back at Bane. ” Would you like to accompany us and meet the Sphere inhabitants?” While she wasn’t sure to what end, somehow it seemed right to invite him along.
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Ari
CO

A scan of the region was bleak, but not entirely so. This region was known as the Seven Dwarves because the surrounding systems in the sector had each descended into white dwarf stars. The nearest systems that would fit the bill - as in living stars with sensors noting planets - were in the next sector. It was a distance, however long range scans showed the stars holding planets and some potentially within range of life bearing. It was entirely uncharted where they were looking.

The slightly transparent form of Ari that Bane had adopted paused and inclined its head. “Truly I would be most interested, Captain.”

The shuttle pods and the larger transport were on approach and would be at the Bonnie within the next ten minutes. The transport was sizeable, looking more like a space worthy zeppelin, dwarfing the two Bonaventure shuttle pods that accompanied it.
- Wookiee

As Ari moved towards the lift, she glanced at the screen and saw the entourage approaching. “Well, for a small world they certainly have impressive transportation. Let’s see about getting our guests settled and I will see to the leaders.” She stepped into the lift, awaited Bane to join her and headed to the bay to meet the shuttle.

Ari
CO
((making separate thread to start in bay and head for conference room))

“Aye Captain. I will finish my scans and will join you as soon as it is completed.”

As the Captain headed for the lift, Alison started looking over at the long range sensor scans, trying to see what planets there might be as options. Because everything in the area was uncharted.

As the scans came back, she noted a few planets that looked like they would be in the appropriate range to be hospitable. However, there wasn’t much else they could tell from this distance, but at least it was something.

Transferring the data to a padd, she headed towards the lift to meet up with the delegation.

Ltjg Barr - CSO

Ltjg Barr - CSO

=^=Tafoya to Bonneventure. I need you to transport some dirt to the sphere.=^= She said and waited for a confirming answer.

MACO

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Before they were able to answer, a sensor alarm sounded. The person at the station, a young crewman, yelped. “I got .. I got, wait, it’s not us. Sensors show that one, no .. two of the cities gravitic repulsors have just failed. Uhh … power just failed one one. Don’t know on the other but they may have been daisy chained. On screen.” The screen showed that the two repulsors simply went dark and began to fall into the black hole. “Other repulsors are moving, shifting to compensate .. whoa!” He continued.

“The City Sphere just shifted. I’m wow .. It just moved nearly 50 meters before stopping.” The viewer did a playback of the view .. the great chains holding the city looked like they ‘gave’ somewhere. Where to be determined.
- Wookiee

=^=Bonnie, what’s going on? We just felt a lurch and things are toppling.=^= Melissa said as she moved to help Blackwell. In the background the crew of the Bonneventure would hear sirens wailing.

MACO

Failure of the sphere…

From the very beginning, this had been her fear. Ari listened to the report as she watched it unfold. The MACO’s call over the comm was back lit by gasps, screams and cries of surprise.

[O] Melissa… help where you can. It seems their technology is worse off than we’re thought. It’s already beginning to fail. Find the leader for your region. I need to know how many people he has watch over and their transportation capabilities… were may be looking at an evacuation if it’s at all possible. But don’t put yourselves in more jeopardy. If you need to… leave…[O] She didn’t like saying it, but above all the rest, the crew was her responsibility. The MACO would hear the pain in Ari’s voice at having to give that order. It certainly wasn’t one she had wanted to give.

Her next comm was to the shuttle team. [O] Ari to shuttle. If you guys are safe to land, do so. Find the nearest city leader. I need head counts and transportation abilities asap. Their technology is failing. If we’re unable to fix it soon, we may need to get out as many as we can. [O] The order came with a great undertone of pain, and the realization that if things got bad quickly, they may not be able to save everyone.

“I need everyone’s full attention on this. We’re may need to evacuate that sphere to the best of our abilities. I need everyone on alert, ready to deal with this. Take us to Red Alert. I need everyone awake and on this now.” She didn’t like any of this one bit. The idea of leaving some behind killed her. But abandoning them all just wasn’t an option.

Ari
CO

[O]Understood Captain. I am with one of the security officers now. Dr. Blackwell will start working on injuries. We’ll keep you updated[O] What Ari didn’t understand was that Melissa didn’t believe in leaving people in danger, unless she had read Melissa’s file…which was quite colorful....

MACO

“Captain, I’m scanning their anti-grav units. Two failed. The network reestablished itself but it is carrying a greater load needing more power to keep the pull from the black hole at bay. With each failure the life span of the others decreases,” reported the science ensign. “The anchor that held the primary sphere in is at a critical point as well.” Then, in a low voice. “I hope the away team finds a home fast.”
- Wookiee

[O]Captain, we have cracks forming in the interior of the sphere.[O] She said as she ran along [O]I am on my way to talk to the leader that is here. Once I am there, I will get back in contact with you. [O]

MACO