Posted by Commander Oliver Loughty (Executive Officer) in Let the Exploration Begin - CIC

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Posted by Commander Oliver Loughty (Executive Officer) in Let the Exploration Begin - CIC
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OOC: To provide a vocal command point for the ongoing mission and anything happening on the ship at the same time, please feel free to communicate to the CIC or be on the CIC, small talk is welcomed between the juice bits!

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Oliver wasn’t too happy with the Captain going on the away mission but her persistence and ultimately her rank subsided any objection and Starfleet regulation he could conjure, he was also astutely curious if he being a father had anything to do with his recommendations to join her being rejected. Nonetheless, he paced the Leviathan’s extremely fancy although militaristic Command Infomation Center (CIC) ~The Leviathan way of calling it the bridge~ He mostly watched, the crew were experienced and he was new and wasn’t going to force himself into the command role, he believed in earning their respect and the best way to understand a crew is to simply listen.

=^=CIC to Away team=^= The calm baritone of the ship’s Intelligence Chief sounded over the comms =^=Shutle is free and clear for takeoff, godspeed=^= the farewell was fairly standard but appropriate for the mission.

CIO

Oliver observed the chief intelligence officer, another new role he hadn’t encountered during his other postings before, from a distance, the Lieutentnat Commander initially appeared a relatively short and seemingly thin figure though it was difficult to gauge exactly from his seated position, it gave off an air of ordinariness that bordered on the unremarkable. Despite his modest height, Magnusson seemingly exuded a hidden strength, a certain ruggedness that became evident upon careful inspection of his physique and the penetrating intensity of his gaze, one that Ollie was unsure if he wanted to match or to avoid.

The officer’s eyes appeared deep grey and intense, made more so by the dimly lit CIC, which in turn provided an interesting contrast to his dark brown hair, with subtle hints of red, a question of whether they it was natural or dyed surfaced but was quickly pushed back down for another time. He also sported a meticulously kept beard adorned his face, predominantly red and adding a distinctive touch to his appearance, answering his early thought of naturality. Notably, Oliver’s attention was drawn to the scars on each cheek, each roughly five or so centimetres long, and questions boiled again.

Further signs of experience and time showed in the greying at Magnusson’s temples, contributing to an air of maturity with the man. In essence, what initially seemed ordinary took on new dimensions as Oliver observed his fellow officer over time, revealing a man of hidden depths, rugged charm, and a unique character. Oliver made a note to get to know the man better over time.

The new XO hadn’t realised he had once again made it back to the center of the room where the holographic display screen which served as the center piece and main focal point of the entire room until he heared another communication,

=^=Leviathan, this is Captain Henao. We have landed on the planet. Can you confirm our location and verify that you are receiving this transmission? =^=

Henao, CO

The away team location was displayed, and he was impressed at the quality and latency levels of the holographic, he wondered why this wasn;t standard on every ship, “Computer bring up a topographical map and simply the away team current location, match it to their signal and confirm” He said giving the computer strict instructions, the display shifted and was now a lat 3D version of the planet’s surface showing all the topographical features in real-time including the away team’s location which was as expected correct and in syn with the data being processed. He nodded to the young comms officer.

=^= Captain Henao, this is Leviathan. Location confirmed, and we’re receiving your transmission loud and clear. Keep us posted on your progress, and stay vigilant. Leviathan out. =^=

J. Ynuchausti, Comm. Officer

Once again Oliver felt that he was hardly needed, the crew worked like a well-oiled machine which left it very little to say or do, He resumed his pacing, and waited for further news. He didn’t have long to wait when the ship notified them that emergency access had been activated on one of the crew quarters deck. “Computer who access code was used and its justification:

‘Lieutenant Nyman requested emergency access to Ensign Harlow Conners on Deck Seven, Reason: emergency medical access’

“Put Sickbay communications on active listening” He ordered and just in time to hear the request for medical assistance.

=^= Lieutenant Nyman to sickbay, I need immediate assistance. A crew member is unconscious. =^=

~~~ Lieutenant Nyman, Chief Counselor

Understanding that the CIC doesn’t have to deal with everything all at once and that they were actively monitoring an away mission Oliver opted to allow the Lieutenant the opportunity to control the situation herself, however, registered a few commands into the ship’s computer to notify him of any communications or mentions of Ensign Connor or anything relating to the matter, once again Oliver didn’t have to wait long until another internal ship communication was heard this time to Engineering from the ships Chief Engineer.

=/\=”Maxwell to Engineering, I need an engineering team in Ensign Connors’ quarters ASAP,” Bradley called in,=/\=

Brad Maxwell, CMO

After careful consideration, Oliver felt it was necessary to remove the uncertainty surrounding the unfolding situation aboard the ship. The decision weighed on him as he initiated the transmission, his voice resonating with a mix of authority and genuine concern, =^= “CIC to Maxwell and Nyman, we are currently monitoring your medical situation on deck 7. Can you provide an update, please, and if you require any further assistance? Loughty” =^=

In the quiet aftermath, Oliver found himself grappling with the weight of the unknown. Despite the wealth of information already at his disposal, the Commander sensed an urgency to delve deeper and if needed help resolve the situation as quickly and efficiently as possible without stepping on anyones toes. Oliver had also made the decision to keep the Captain and the away team insulated from the potential distractions of the developing situation aboard the Leviathan, deciding that it was better for them to remain fully focused on their own task.

• Loughty, XO

Cross-post

=^=Commander Loughty, we’re encountering geological movement on the planet even though prior scans of the planet showed no signs of significant tectonic plates. Are you picking up anything unusual up there?=^=

Cadet Toussaint looked up from her console, then said, “Commander, we are picking up the same activity, however, I am seeing movement in multiple locations on the planet. I am positive that the movements are not due to earthquakes in the planet’s geology.

Toussaint, Science

“Thank you Cadet” Oliver thought long a hard for a moment, if the result wasn’t due to geographical reasons perhaps it was biological or chemical, “Scan for life signs around the epicentres of the movement, and also run a topographical scenario of how the plant would have looked a decade a go to know and bring it up on scree, lets not completely rule out something geological but remain open minded.” He waited with his arms behind his back for the display and results to be communicated.

• Loughty, XO

“The scans are underway, Commander. Initial results should be available shortly.” Deshara executed Oliver’s orders, initiating a thorough scan to investigate the unusual results.

Delving into potential biological or chemical causes, the cadet focused on detecting life signs around the epicenters of the movement. Simultaneously, a topographical scenario unfolded, reconstructing the plant’s environment from a decade ago to provide a historical context. As the display materialized, the cadet’s attention was drawn to an unexpected anomaly—evidence of a humanoid species that evolved into a subterranean species thousands of years ago.
Deshara alerted Oliver, “Commander, the results are in. We’ve discovered something quite unexpected during the scan. It appears there’s a possibility of a subterranean influence on the movement we detected. The data reveals distinct patterns and readings consistent with a species that may have evolved to live under the planet’s surface.
This is most likely the cause of the unusual environmental factors. The subterranean species could be influencing the plant movement directly or indirectly.

Toussaint, Science

=/\=”Maxwell here, sir, I expect the ensign will be fine once he receives treatment - I would appreciate an engineer down here, however. The climate controls are locked far too high.” =/\=

Brad Maxwell, CMO

=^=Understood, we’ll dispatch an engineering team to you now, Loughty out=^= He replied turning his attention to the unfolding conversation within the CIC.

• Loughty, XO

Lieutenant Kitiuas Thenis was returning back to her original assignment aboard the USS Leviathan, post her special duty detachment from the ship. The special duty had cost her a department head position, but she didn’t mind. The reason for her being pulled away had been worth it, even if it was highly classified. She flew the USS Archaeutatus, one of the Levi’s Armadillo-class shuttles, back to their home. =/\=USS Leviathan, this is the USS Archaeutatus requesting to dock. Lieutenant Kitiuas Thenis returning to duty from special detachment.=/\= She patiently waited for a response.

Lieutenant Kitiuas Thenis, Science

Jhene who was fairly new to the Leviathan and wasn’t aware that Kit was an authorized officer on the ship or her LOA for a special assignment, furrowed her brow when she received an unexpected request to dock. Quickly, she alerted Commander Loughty, her voice tinged with concern, “Commander, Lieutenant Kitiuas Thenis, piloting the USS Archaeutatus, is requesting permission to dock. Should I grant it, sir?”

Ynuchausti, Communications Officer

Deshara’s eyes widened with recognition as she heard Kit’s voice over the comms. Overwhelmed with joy, she couldn’t contain her excitement and leaped out of her seat. “Kit! I mean Lieutenant Thenis has returned!” Her voice filled the CIC with genuine happiness. Turning to Jhene, she said, “You must grant her permission to board; she’s back, and this ship is where she belongs.” A pause filled the air as Deshara turned to Commander Loughty, her gaze intense. “Isn’t that right, sir?”

Toussaint, Science

Jhene squinted her eyes and frowned at Deshara. “How dare you! Cadet Toussaint, you are out of line, not to mention your demeanor is inappropriate,” she asserted, her tone firm. “The proper protocols must be followed. Lieutenant Thenis will dock when permission is granted…from Commander Loughty. Not because you think she should.”

She locked eyes with Deshara, her voice commanding, “Sit down and let the proper channels handle this.” She turned back to her station and muttered under her breath, “I don’t know why we have cadets on this ship anyway.”

Ynuchausti, Communications Officer

Oliver, used to being around cadets and more importantly, his daughter who had a similar tendency to speak before thinking smiled and applied a fatherly tone, “That is fine Lieutenant we all get a little excited when there is a prospect of being reunited with friends and family, that said there is an appropriate course of action and I think we should take it, please grant the returning Lieutenant approval for docking and have her be met by operations to begin the onboarding. I believe her return was anticipated and her old quarters readily available. Also please ask if she would be as kind to assist us on the current matter as her knowledge and experience may prove useful to what we currently learning about this planet.

Now people back to the main matter at hand, Cadet Toussaint you had just given us a good explanation and theory behind the tremors. Let’s get that communicated in full and properly reported to the Captain please Lieutenant Ynuchausti so that she can adjust her risk assessment on the ground, and also search for any hot spots of activity. Are these a result of the hollowing of the planet’s crust or could it be that they are still actively residing below the planet’s surface and their mining and living conditions are impacting the stability of the planet? Let’s answer these questions and if anyone has any suggestions or theories now is the time to present them.” Oliver believed the best way to overcome conflict was to give conflicting parties an equal and unified goal.

• Loughty, XO

Jhene nodded in acknowledgment of Commander Loughty’s orders, quickly switching her focus back to her duties. “USS Archaeutatus, you are granted permission to dock. Welcome back, Lieutenant Thenis. Operations will meet you for onboarding, and your quarters are ready,” she announced over the comms.

Ynuchausti, Communications Officer

Deshara took a deep breath, trying to compose herself after the embarrassing outburst. She returned to her seat, as she settled back in, she focused on the task at hand. At least the Commander was nice and he seem to show a level of understanding. “Aye, Commander, I will relay the information to the away team at once,” said Deshara. In an effort to make up for her earlier lapse, Deshara politely addressed the communication officer, “Lieutenant Ynuchausti, w…would you mind opening a secure channel to Captain Henao, please? I need to provide her with an update on the scientific findings of the planet. Also, I am sorr…”

“I do not want to discuss the matter,” said Jhene sharply as her eyes burned into Deshara while she initiated the secure channel.

Deshara nodded and delivered her communication to the Captain, =^= Leviathan to Captain Henao. We’ve analyzed the geological activity on the planet. It’s likely caused by some biological underground presence. The movement we detected seems to align with an unknown subterranean species that evolved thousands of years ago. How they are causing the tremors in the planet, we are uncertain but Commander Loughty has directed us to focus on whether their activity is hollowing out the planet or causing it to be unstable in some other way.”

Toussaint, Science

“Acknowledged Leviathan, good to be back.” With that Kit began her approach to dock with the USS Leviathan, and to reacquaint herself with the crew.

Lieutenant Thenis, Science

[crosspost]
=^=Levi, this is Henao. There are some creatures here on the planet. Large. Wormlike. We were attacked. NE Davis is gone. The away team has gotten split up; we need immediate evacuation for those who are not with us. Are the transporters operational?=^=

Shortly after this communication from the Captain, the CIC would quickly realize something had happened as three more NE life signs terminated.

Jhalae tried to communicate with them. “Captain this is the Leviathan. Are you receiving this communication? Captain! Ensign Jackson! Lieutenant Ruuk! Anyone if you are hearing this, respond!”

Ynuchausti, Communications Officer

“Set us to Yellow alert, =^=security teams two and three reports to Transporter room 1, Sickbay please dispatch an emergency medical team to transporter 2=”^= Oliver said, the ship instantly changing from a brightly lit room to a room with lowered lighting and a yellow hue.” Oliver took a standing position over the CIC’s holo-table instead of speaking his commands he quickly input the data for the last known location of the away team. The display shifted showing the moment they entered the subterranean structures, a few metres and then the away team remained static indicating a loss of signal. =^= CIC to Transporter room, do you have a lock on the away team’s location?=^=

NE Michaels was already attempting to establish locks on the away team when the XO’s voice permeated the air around him. He slapped the console in frustration, =^= No Captain, I mean Commander. Sir, there is to much rock and movement down there the sensors are struggling to pinpoint the away teams exact location I could try but I could be beaming back one of them, a ton or rock or a bit of both. Ensign Saoir was also working on penetrating the interference caused in the atmosphere he sounded defeated.

=^=Understood, keep trying crewman=^= Oliver took a commander lull considering his options, the Leviathan could enter a lower orbit, land even but that meant preparing the ship and they didn’t have time, he could dispatch shuttles but even that would take extra minutes. He didn’t want to just beam an away team onto the planet and put them at additional risk without support. Luckily his musings were interrupted but a glimmer of home.

Hearing the cross talk on the comms of the USS_ Archaeutatus_, Kit broke in =/\=Leviathan I can divert for immediate rescue of away team, transmit coordinates and I can make planet fall.=/\=

Lieutenant Kitiuas Thenis, Science

“Ynuchausti please communicate to the Archaeutatus that they are to immediately abort docking procedures and to head to the away team’s last known location but they are not to land until the area has been secured and received authorisation by myself or the Captain, also request they lower shields and expect some company.” Oliver again tapped his comm badge, =^= Security team one and Medical personnel prepared to be transported to the USS Archaeutatus, Security team three standby in transporter room 1 to be transported to the planet if the time comes we are able too, engineering please begin to consider a way of extracting the captain’s team if mining is required. Ensign Saoir, Please can you provide me with an update on your progress?=^= Oliver waited for the confirmations.

=^=CIC to Away team, transporters are unable to meet Starfleet Emergency beaming regulations due to interference in the atmosphere, the USS Archaeutus will be diverting to your location with a security and medical detail, and another team will be waiting to transport to the surface. We are comming. Oliver out.=^= “Lets get to work people, lives are at stake.” He knew that he didn’t need to tell them the risks of not performing their duties but he needed to let them know that he was now fully in control and that perhaps emotional outburst wouldn’t be tolerated now.

• Loughty, XO

As the alien worms, lying dormant beneath the planet’s surface, were disturbed by the arrival of the away team, an unexpected and formidable defense mechanism was triggered. This defense mechanism materialized as a potent electromagnetic pulse, a surge of energy emanating from the writhing creatures upon breaching the planetary surface. Astonishingly powerful, this electromagnetic pulse extended beyond the planet’s boundaries, reaching even the Leviathan, the colossal spacecraft orbiting above.

Upon impact, the Leviathan shook violently from the unanticipated force. The systems on board struggled to cope as the electromagnetic interference wreaked havoc on the ship’s instruments. Control panels flickered ominously, their displays fluctuating wildly as the Leviathan found itself ensnared in the chaos.

In the ship’s CIC, the crew exchanged alarmed glances with the helmsman, who was engaged in a desperate struggle with the controls. Amidst the chaos, the helmsman urgently addressed Commander Loughty, “Commander, we must disengage from orbit, sir. The planet’s gravitational pull, coupled with this electromagnetic disturbance, is destabilizing our position. I strongly advise against sending any shuttles down; they’d be at risk of being crushed under the turbulent electromagnetic atmospheric forces.”

The Commander, struggling to remain on his feet as the ship shuddered, grabbed onto the edge of the holotable for support. His eyes darted across the holographic displays depicting the critical status of the ship. The situation was dire, and decisive action was imperative. “Helm,” he barked, his voice cutting through the mass of alarms and creaking metal, “bring us out of orbit and to a safe distance from the planet! We can’t afford to linger here. All personnel, brace for emergency manoeuvres!” He tightened his grip. “Inform the USS Archaeutus to abort their approach.”

Captain Henao
(Commanding Officer)

As the vessel began its ascent from the tumultuous orbit, Loughty’s mind raced with the implications of the situation. The decision to forgo sending shuttles down was a difficult one, knowing that lives and critical mission objectives hung in the balance. However, the immediate priority was the safety of the ship and its crew, navigating through the turbulent conditions imposed by the planet’s gravitational pull and the disruptive electromagnetic field.

The ship slowly returned to its normal operation though the sirens and red hue continued to glow, “All stations report in.” He ordered turning to the CIC crew, “Answers please?”

Deshara nodded solemnly agreeing the helmsman, her expression reflecting the gravity of the situation. “It’s the aliens, sir,” she began, her voice tinged with concern. “They’re emitting a peculiar electromagnetic field or pulse. It’s woven into the atmospheric composition, creating a sort of greenhouse effect, building up.”

The away team had managed to descend to the planet’s surface without issue initially because the aliens had been dormant. However, with the team now active on the planet, the dormant state of the aliens had transformed into a formidable barrier. Deshara continued her explanation sounding with urgency, “Now that they’re active and thriving on the surface, attempting to land a shuttle would be akin to navigating a treacherous maze of electromagnetic chaos, sir. It’s virtually impossible to breach the lower atmosphere without succumbing to the destructive effects.”

The gravity of the situation hung in the air as Deshara’s words echoed through the command center. The crew exchanged worried glances, realizing that the initial rescue plan had been thwarted by the unexpected behavior of the alien entities. The once straightforward mission had now become a complex, with the away team stranded on the planet and the shuttle unable to navigate the atmospheric disturbances caused by the aliens’ newfound activity.

Toussaint, Science

Oliver considered his options, He briskly tapped his communication device, activating the shipwide intercom, =^= All senior officers report to the briefing room in 30 minutes, and ensure your stations are secure. Loughty Out =^= Turning to the science cadet, Toussaint, who had consistently demonstrated her competence, he continued, “Cadet, you have provided enough insight, and I believe you are suitable for this task. Prepare a briefing file summarizing our current situation and meet us in the briefing room. We need your expertise.”

Surprised by the request at first she quickly nodded and said “Yes, Sir!” I will have it ready in 15 minutes, sir!”

Toussaint, Science
Acknowledging her with a nod, Oliver then directed his attention to the communications officer, Ynuchausti, “Ynuchausti, you have the CIC. I’m entrusting you with command. Ensure the ship’s communication systems remain stable, and be prepared for any incoming messages. I’m going to make contact with Hades and apprise them about our situation. You have the CONN.”

“Aye, Commander. I will take good care of the Levi until you....or Captain Henao returns.” Ynuchausti moved from her console and headed for the Captain’s chair.

Waiting for their responses, Oliver took a moment to assess the situation. The ship’s fate, and the success of the mission, all hinged on the decisions to be made in the upcoming briefing. You could cut the tension in the CIC with a knife. He allowed his mind to think of the away team and the situation they must be faced with, they would have to come up with a solution soon.

Commander Oliver Loughty
Executive Officer
USS Leviathan

Kit piloted the Archaeutus away and activated the ablative armor, followed by the modulating polarization of the hull, old school technology that had been updated by modern science. She turned the shuttle towards the planet. =/\=Leviathan this is the Archaeutus, I may be able to make land fall. The Archaeutus has an experimental upgrade to an old technology used by the NX-01 Enterprise, modulating hull polarization over ablative armor. I should be able to survive a few electromagnetic pulses.=/\=

Lieutenant Kitiuas Thenis, Science

Now that the Commander had handed her the conn, Ynuchausti responded to Thenis:
=^=Lieutenant Thenis, this is Lieutenant Ynuchausti. Per Commander Loughty you have orders to abort your trajectory to the planet. Your presence is required on the Leviathan. Please report to the briefing room as soon as your shuttle docks.=^=

Ynuchausti, Comm. Officer

=/\=Lieutenant Thenis to Lieutenant Ynuchausti understood.=/\= With a few quick commands she again realigned with the Levi’s shuttle bays and began the process of preparing to dock. =/\=Leviathan shuttlebay this is the USS Archaeutus prepared to dock. All systems green on my side.=/\= She waited to be cleared by shuttlebay control, only the God’s knew ifthey had suffered damage.

Lieutenant Kitiuas Thenis, Science

=^= USS Archaeutus you are clear to approach, please use docking zone Beta-Four, please be careful when approaching as some stores have shifted in the recent incident and teams are currently working to repair and replace. Archaeutus you have the ball, Docking station control out=^=

Docking Station Chief
USS Leviathan

=/\=I have the ball, approaching docking zone Beta-four.=/\= replied Kit as she approached the Leviathan. As she approached she could see that the shuttlebay was in disarray from the EMP pulse but found the crew had adequately cleared the way for the Archaeutus to land. As soon as she touched down she powered down the Archaeutus. She then lowered the ramp and exited, handing a PaDD to the chief of the deck “See that my things are sent to my quarters, no time for the usual formalities and pleasantries have a meeting to get to.” She stated, as she walked toward the turbolifts leaving the chief of the deck gobsmacked. In the turbolift she ordered it to take her to the conference room being used for the briefing.

Lieutenant Kitiuas Thenis, Science

[Crosspost]
=^=L…i, c…in! A… w…d o.. ....ose tr....ort…?=^=

Lieutenant j.g. Ynuchausti heard only snippets of the communication from Captain Heano come through. “It seems they are trying to communicate with us, but there is too much interference and no doubt because we have moved further from the planet. Ynuchausti activated the comm to the briefing room and said, “Commander, it seems the away team is trying to make contact but the quality is too bad. We don’t know what information they were trying to relay.”

Ynuchausti, Comm. Officer

=^=Understood, Lieutenant. We’re wrapping up here. Please keep trying to raise the away team and unscramble their transmission from our current position.=^=

Commander Oliver Loughty
Executive Officer
USS Leviathan

=^=Aye, sir.=^= she turned to the officer at the comms console. “You heard the Commander. Keep trying to contact the away team. Report as soon as you have anything.”

Just then a communication from the transporter room came through: =^=CIC, prepare for probe launch.=^=
Ynuchausti narrowed her eyes and responded, =^=I assume this is on Commander Loughty’s orders since I didn’t authorize it and I do have the conn while he is not in the CIC?=^=

Ynuchausti, Comm Officer

Oliver entered the bridge just as a communication came in, and he took a moment to acknowledge Ynuchausti’s attention to detail. “Thank you, Lieutenant. Your meticulous approach to protocol is truly commendable. While you correctly assumed that the Lieutenant has my authorization to launch the probes, I’m interested in hearing your thoughts on an idea we’ve been contemplating,” he explained, closing the gap with a steady walk.

“Yes, sir,” she said and quickly moved aside back to the communication console. “Anything I can do to help.”

“As we launch the probes, our goal is to gather valuable data on the generated Electromagnetic field. In addition to that, we’re exploring the possibility of using this data to facilitate the retrieval of the away team. To make our assistance more apparent to them, we’re considering piggybacking small data packages of text to their tricorders,” as the communications officer on duty I figure you are best suited to attempt this?” he continued, inviting Ynuchausti to share his insights on this innovative approach.

Commander Oliver Loughty
Executive Officer
USS Leviathan

Jhene nodded, acknowledging the Commander’s words. She considered the proposal carefully, her fingers hovering over the controls of the communications console. “Commander, that’s an intriguing idea. Piggybacking data packages to their tricorders could indeed help them understand our efforts and intentions. It might provide them with essential information and updates in real-time, ensuring better coordination between the away team and the ship.”

She glanced at the officer who had previously been manning the comms console, signaling them to prepare for the transmission. “I’ll coordinate with the science and engineering teams to craft concise and informative messages. The data packages must be not only informative but also easily decipherable by the away team. We wouldn’t want to overload their tricorders with unnecessary information.”

Jhene’s focus shifted back to the Commander. “If you have any specific details or messages you’d like to include, Commander, please let me know.”

[Crosspost]
Saoir’s voice echoed through the room as he continued coordinating with the CIC. =^=CIC, this is Saoir. We are preparing to launch probes synchronized with the transporter operation. Stand by for updates.=^=

Ynuchausti, Comms Officer

=^= Understood, we are standing by=^= Oliver replied turning to Jhene.

“I’ll leave the contents of the message up to your good judgment, Lieutenant,” he explained, showing full trust in the crew. As XO, it was his duty to make the Captain’s life as easy as possible, and while the Captain was away, finding the right blend of command and delegation to the senior staff was crucial. “Once you have the message and the probe is underway, let me know,” he added.

Jhene nodded again, absorbing the responsibility entrusted to her. She respected the Commander’s trust and was determined to execute the task with precision. “Understood, Commander. I’ll make sure the messages are concise, relevant, and easily comprehensible for the away team.” Her fingers danced over the controls, initiating the communication protocols with the science and engineering teams.

As the officers began to gather information for the data packages, Jhene pondered on crafting messages that conveyed the gravity of the situation without overwhelming the tricorders. The success of the mission hinged on effective communication, and she was determined to play her part flawlessly.

“Commander,” she called over her shoulder, not taking her eyes off the console, “I’ll include details on the planetary environment, any anomalies detected, and the current status of the transporter operation.”

[Crosspost]
=^=CIC, we’re initiating the probe launch now. Standby for confirmation.......Probes away. Initiating atmospheric entry. Standby for dead drop descent maneuver.=^=

. =^=Confirmed Ensign Saoir,Standby for telemetry feed.=^= said Jhene, then she turned her attention back to the Commander. “The probes are ready for launch, Commander.” With a final review of the message content, Jhene signaled to the communications officer at the console. =^=Initiate probe launch sequence, and make sure to synchronize it with the ongoing transporter operation. Let’s ensure a seamless delivery of information to the away team.=^=

As the probe launch sequence began, Jhene monitored the telemetry feed closely, her focus locked on the console.

Commander Oliver Loughty
Executive Officer
USS Leviathan

On screen in the CIC they would see the probes trajectory and be able to view their descent. Suddenly, an alarm blared through the communication console..... Saoir’s voice came through shortly after, =^=It’s okay. We’ve got a minor deviation in atmospheric pressure. Adjusting thrusters for stabilization.=^=

As the probes approached their destination, the room fell silent, the tension mounting once again. When The probes successfully landed on the planet’s surface, Jhene monitored the incoming data.

=^=Ensign Saoir, telemetry feed established. Standby for data transfer.=^=

Lieutenant Junior Grade Ynuchausti
(Communications Officer)