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In the quiet confines of the Leviathan’s briefing room, Oliver stood at the head of the table. The subdued hum of the ship’s systems provided a backdrop to his deep and worrying thoughts. The flickering lights overhead cast shadows on the worn lines of his face, evidence of the recent challenges faced by the Leviathan and its crew Having only just arrived to the ship this was now how he anticipated his first mission.

As he waited for the senior leadership team to assemble, his gaze fixed on the entrance. The responsibility of commanding the ship in the absence of Henao weighed heavily on his shoulders, and the urgency of the situation lingered in the room. With each passing moment, the need for a cohesive strategy became more pronounced. Suddenly, the door slid open, revealing the arrival of the senior officers. A collective hush settled over the room as they took their seats. Oliver’s eyes, a mix of determination and concern, met theirs. He acknowledged each member with a nod, the unspoken understanding of the gravity of their mission passing between them.

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Lieutenant Nyman was one of the last to enter, having helped take Ensign Conners to sickbay. The physical and emotional impacts of the recent events had nearly weathered away his usual upbeat persona. He sat at the far end of the room, quietly, face drooping with somber exhaustion.

Before diving into the critical discussions that lay ahead, Oliver approached the replicator console. “Computer Coffee, White with a Vanilla shot of 10 millimiters 90degress Celsius.” With the brief command, he summoned a steaming vanilla coffee, precisely at 91 degrees Celsius. The familiar aroma wafted through the room, a comforting contrast to the tension that hung in the air. “Please if you want a drink help yourselves” He added.

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With the first sip of the vanilla-infused warmth, Oliver signaled the beginning of the briefing. The senior officers focused their attention, ready to chart a course through the uncertainties that awaited them in the unexplored reaches of space aboard the USS Leviathan. “Cadet Toussaint Your briefing please.”

Commander Oliver Loughty
Executive Officer
USS Leviathan

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Deshara hesitated at the threshold of the briefing room, her hands tightly gripping the Padd, a horrible knot of nerves formed in her stomach. She entered the room and took a seat.

Surrounded by seasoned senior officers, she felt the weight of their expectations. When the Commander called for her briefing, she rose from her seat, a gesture perhaps unnecessary but instinctive.

“Yes, sir, I have it here,” Deshara stammered, holding up the Padd with a hint of awkwardness. As she began, her voice stammered, revealing the unease. “It…uh…appears that the planet we were orbiting, initially classified as a safe class M planet, is unsuitable for habitation due to the inhabitants already residing there.”

Nervously tugging on her collar, Deshara continued, painting a vivid picture of the unexpected challenges they faced. “Our sensors failed to detect these subterranean beings initially. Historical data suggests they were humanoid thousands of years ago, living on the surface. Evolution has transformed them into what they are now, thriving underground. Much like some species evolve from being land creatures to sea creatures or vice versa....” he reyes darted across the room as she tried to get back on subject, “Moreover, they’ve developed an electromagnetic shield—a formidable defense mechanism, activated when they feel threatened.”

Describing the situation, Deshara’s tone grew more nervous. “The..This shield, akin to a powerful star, interferes with our transporters, leaving the away team stranded on the planet. Though equipped with Evo suits, the team is not without risk. The creatures emit a type of radiation from this field that, if exposed to for too long, could prove fatal or trigger evolutionary changes in the DNA of our officers.”

Dropping her head, Deshara confessed, “I should have ensured and double-checked the data on the planet. The preliminary information indicated it was a safe class M planet, and there were no inhabitants. All the senors showed nothing out of the ordinary. ” Her words carried the weight of responsibility and regret, an acknowledgment of the consequences her oversight may have caused.

Toussaint, Science

Oliver seeing the regret and the weight she felt stood, “No need to apologies Cadet. This one is on me too, I allowed the Captain to lead the away team and I failed to see the readings too and I’ve had far many more years of doing this than you, take it as a lesson and let’s figure out where we can go from here.” he turned to the rest of the senior leadership team, “The admiral expects us to find the away team, in fact he all but ordered it.” He let that linger and settle in.

“So options from around the table, Tactical?”

Commander Oliver Loughty
Executive Officer
USS Leviathan

The briefing room doors slide open with a hiss and Kit silently made her way into the briefing room. She saw a seat by the back wall and slipped over to it and sat down. She had only heard the last part of the science cadets briefing. She remained silent as the commander spoke to the young cadet, then addressed the individuals in the room. She finally spoke up. “Cadet may I see your data you have collected on your PaDD?” unruffled by the commander and those in the room. “I need to get a better grasp of the scientific data before I make a recommendation.” she said smiling at the young cadet as she extended her hand for the PaDD.

Lieutenant Kitiuas Thenis, Science

Deshara handed Lieutenant Thenis her PaDD, her expression a mix of relief and gratitude for the experienced Science officer’s presence. “Certainly, Lieutenant. I appreciate your assistance in sorting through the data. I can’t help but feel responsible for the situation, and I want to do everything I can to rectify it.”

Deshara looked at CommanderLoughty then around the room, feeling the anxiety in the air. She took a deep a deep breath, realizing that her actions have implications beyond her own feelings of guilt. “I should have been more thorough in my analysis,” she admitted, addressing the room. “I understand the urgency of finding the away team. If there’s anything I can do to assist, please let me know. I’m here to learn and to contribute in any way possible.”

Deshara shifted her focus back to Lieutenant Thenis, eager to support the scientific analysis. “If there’s additional data or specifics you require, just let me know, Lieutenant. I want to ensure we have a comprehensive understanding before making any decisions.”

Toussaint, Science