Earth / japan-kyoto Earth After 01-Mar-21 12:00 AM

USS Odyssey

Earth / japan-kyoto

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After 01-Mar-21 12:00 AM

Captain Ezarah Ryn 29-Mar-21 12:00 PM

Narrator BOT 18-May-21 03:30 PM

*Sparkle sparkle for the sake of not creating another Japan rp channel this is the place! The are beamed in front of a concrete building with large glass windows. Inside they can register and sign away their life (in case the sub implodes) for the sake of a few hours of crazy creepy deep sea fun!*

Lt. Cmdr. Girak Mayott 18-May-21 03:30 PM

( @Lt. JG Cerred King @Lt. Survol )

Lt. JG Cerred King 18-May-21 04:31 PM

*Cerred looked up at the building and went wide eyed at the building.* "Wow...fancy!"

Lt. Survol 18-May-21 04:35 PM

*Survol appears in the middle of Japan with the others, taking a glance around the large building. IN contrast to Cerred's impressed reaction, Survol did not appear to be so in the least.*

Lt. JG Cerred King 18-May-21 04:37 PM

"I dont think I've ever even been here. Usually I just stay in California...though I did go to New York and London over the holidays."

Dr. Rownan Ch’ranirh BOT 18-May-21 04:41 PM

*He too looked up at the large glass windows in awe at their size. Once inside they entered a large lobby with a very high ceiling. Light poured into the room from the windows and illuminated a woman who sat at the main front desk.*

Lt. JG Cerred King 18-May-21 04:41 PM

*Cerred followed behind Rownan, still looking around at the inside of the building.*

Lt. Survol 18-May-21 04:43 PM

*Survol trailed along, completely in uniform as he always was, like he didn't have any other clothing. Which he didn't, not really caring to have too many material possessions, which is why all of his things could fit in his little duffle bag he held in his right hand. He glanced around, looking lost.* (edited)

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Lt. JG Cerred King 18-May-21 04:51 PM

*Cerred hadn't been in uniform since they landed in dry dock. He'd gone to his go to of black jeans, band or horror movie shirts, sneakers, and his old battle jacket or thin shawl cardigans. He looked back at Survol with a raised eyebrow.* "Comfy?"

Joo Dee BOT 18-May-21 04:55 PM

*The woman with short black hair at the front desk heard the group and raised her hand.* “Hallo, over here! How can I help you?” *She had a sweet voice and was rather short by human standards but the high seat she sat in made it unnoticeable.*

Lt. Survol 18-May-21 04:56 PM

*Survol turned toward Cerred after surveying the room with the large windows.* "Climate controls are set to a low, cool standard which is less than preferable compared to the hot climate of Vulcan. However, I would not state that it is out of my comfort range."

Lt. JG Cerred King 18-May-21 04:58 PM

"So....you're cold? I dont think the sub will be any warmer, my friend." *He chuckled and led Survol up to the desk.*

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Dr. Rownan Ch’ranirh BOT 18-May-21 05:01 PM

*When the lady called them over he walked with the group and approached the desk.* “Hi, um we’re here for the water tour?” *He lifted up his PADD and showed her the add that played.*

Lt. Survol 18-May-21 05:05 PM

"I will survive, undoubtedly." *Survol turned his attention to listen to the conversation between Rownan and the woman at the front desk.*

Joo Dee BOT 18-May-21 05:07 PM

*She leaned over the desk and laughed.* “Yes the deep sea trench! Oh you’re going to love it!” *She dove her hands in a drawer and began pulling up waivers for all three of them to sign.* “Have you ever been here before? Of course not how silly of me why else would you look so lost?!” *She gave them each the electronic devise.* “You all need to sign these waivers, I know there’s a lot of worlds, but I’ll shorten it down for you. Basically we aren’t responsible if you get sea sick, or the bends, get hurt physically or mentally, loose a limb, go unconscious or fail to follow the Emerjency beam out protocols and die.” *She ends that with a big smile.*

Lt. JG Cerred King 18-May-21 05:10 PM

*Cerred raised an eyebrow as the words streamed across his glasses,* "What are the bends?" *He asked while reading the waiver.*

Joo Dee BOT 18-May-21 05:12 PM

“A very good question! Oh I’m Joo Dee (sounds like Judy) by the way. The bends are tinny bubbles that form in your blood when you descend to fast in the water. It’s due to the pressure changes.”

Dr. Rownan Ch’ranirh BOT 18-May-21 05:13 PM

“Wait....we could die doing this!?” *He carefully reads the waiver totally thinking of all the medical things that could go wrong if there’s a problem. He didn’t consider death being one of them.*

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Lt. JG Cerred King 18-May-21 05:17 PM

*Cerred blinked and looked at Rownan.* "Sir, we can die just walking to a turbolift....."

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Lt. Survol 18-May-21 05:17 PM

*Survol glanced over the device, he was a little slower than the others, because logically, a Vulcan would read every word of the Terms of Service and make sure it was acceptable.* "What if we have a contention with paragraph 3 subsection b for vague language?"

Lt. JG Cerred King 18-May-21 05:19 PM

*Cerred blinked at Survol and looked at the paragraph in question because he simply skimmed the waiver like an idiot.*

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Joo Dee BOT 18-May-21 05:29 PM

“Let me see..” *She pulls it up, Vulcans..always checking and double checking the fine print.* “What’s the concern?”

Lt. Survol 18-May-21 05:38 PM

*Survol pointed to the section.* "The statute implies there is no liability in any event, which does not account for crew negligence, maintenance negligence, deferred maintenance on the vehicles, or other such issues which would be the cause of the company, ordinarily."

Joo Dee BOT 18-May-21 08:26 PM

*Her smile remained the same as Survol pointed out the section.* “Oh that part? You’ll be fine! No need to worry.”

Dr. Rownan Ch’ranirh BOT 18-May-21 08:27 PM

“Wait quick question has anyone actually died during the tour?” *His antena begin to vibrate as he starts to feel nervous.*

Joo Dee BOT 18-May-21 08:29 PM

“No, no no ones died. Maybe felt a little sick but there’s a safety’s check before launch. After the check, you can get off if you don’t feel comfortable. But you better hurry, safety check is in 10mins.”

Lt. JG Cerred King 18-May-21 08:31 PM

*Cerred picked up in the nerves and paused,* "It's probably just a worse-case legal mumbo-jumbo thing. They always have to put that on waivers for things, ya know?"

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Joo Dee BOT 18-May-21 08:33 PM

*She nodded her head.* “Exactly right, you would be surprised how many people want to get money over tripping on the sidewalk.” *She laughs.*

Dr. Rownan Ch’ranirh BOT 18-May-21 08:35 PM

*He attempts a laugh to join in as he thinks a bit then signs the waver. Going in the ocean to see fish did sound like fun. He loves fish after all. If no one has died yet the....perhaps he could give it a shot. Knowing him he’d be the first unlucky victim.*

Lt. JG Cerred King 18-May-21 08:36 PM

*Cerred had lowered his eyebrow just to raise it again.* "Gotta be kidding." *He muttered and signed as well, handing the paper back to the woman.* "Don't worry Sir. This'll be fun."

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Lt. Survol 18-May-21 08:44 PM

*Survol considered, and had no logical reason to assume she was lying, giving his blessing on the waiver and sliding the device back over to the woman.*

Joo Dee BOT 18-May-21 09:20 PM

*She gathered the devices all up and put them back in the drawer.* “Perfect! Right down to your right, out the door will take you to indoor docking bay of the submarine. There you’ll receive the safety instructions and be on your way. Enjoy your tour, don’t hold your breath and remember, there’s no reason to panic.” *Big smile.*

Dr. Rownan Ch’ranirh BOT 18-May-21 09:52 PM

*When she finished talking he looked at the others and headed to the right.* “Why does that make me more likely to panic?”

Lt. JG Cerred King 18-May-21 10:02 PM

"Maybe it's part of the experience?" *Cerred shrugged and followed them out the door towards the docking bay.*

Lt. Survol 18-May-21 10:06 PM

“Panic is illogical.” *Survol grumbled, having been around enough panic as of late to last a lifetime. He very much hoped Row wasn’t the type to do the same, as he held trained physicians in high regard.*

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Dr. Rownan Ch’ranirh BOT 18-May-21 10:41 PM

*He heads out the doors and spots a group of 10 people on the dock all crowded around one man who appears to be in charge.*

Lt. JG Cerred King 18-May-21 11:14 PM

*Cerred stopped with the others and watched the man quietly.* (edited)

Lt. Survol 18-May-21 11:15 PM

*Survol walked along out the doors, keeping a nice social distance away from the rest of the group, not particularly wanting to encourage conversation with any other than Cerred or Rownan. He still held his belongings in his right hand, bringing them with him to the dock.*

Harold Rodgers BOT 18-May-21 11:22 PM

*The leader of the group spotted the three and called the over by the water.* “Sub tour? Gather around I’m just about to start. Safety aboard the Nova is simple, just follow a few rules and we’ll all be ready to go.” *He looked over at Survol.* “You bringing the kitchen sink?”

Lt. JG Cerred King 18-May-21 11:29 PM

*Cerred looked back at Survol when the man singled him out, blinking. He hadn't wanted to embarrass Survol by commenting on it.*

Lt. Survol 18-May-21 11:37 PM

*Survol did not feel embarassment, come now. He simply cocked his head at the group leader.* "I have my bag of belongings." *True and simple, and none of this man's business!*

Harold Rodgers BOT 19-May-21 05:34 AM

“Well unless they are full of absolute necessities for medical reasons you should leave it ashore. We have lockers just for situations like these.” *Against the building on the was a wall with lockers and thumb scanners for security.*

Lt. Survol 19-May-21 09:52 AM

"Logical." *Survol glanced at the lockers, quirked the Vulcan brow, and then nodded before heading over. His paces were measured as always while going to the lockers, his every movement neat, orderly, and stiff, almost to a robotic degree. The bag fit within one of the larger lockers, and he placed his thumb print to the scanner to lock it to his biosignature before returning to the rest of the group.*

Harold Rodgers BOT 19-May-21 10:57 AM

“Okay ma peeps here’s how it’s gonna go! We’re gonna get in the sub single file, no pushin’ or shovin’. When you get inside take a seat and I’ll explain our descent trip.”

Lt. JG Cerred King 19-May-21 11:06 AM

*Cerred looked back at Survol and waited for him to return before following the others.*

Narrator BOT 19-May-21 11:14 AM

*The entrance to the sub was a large cylinder that rose just above the surface of the water. A handrail to the right of the hole led the passengers down a flight of stairs that, at the bottom, opened up to a long room. The walls to the sub had huge, clear, thick plexiglass widows, perfect for viewing from all angles. The inside of the sub was tall enough to stand in, had two rows of seating and a walkway down the middle. Rownan followed the group down and took a seat in one of the comfy chairs.*

Lt. Survol 19-May-21 01:37 PM

*Survol waited for Rownan to take point and made his way down the steps into the sub where he took a seat beside the Aenar with complete expressionlessness.* "This craft appears to be well-designed for a viewing experience."

Lt. JG Cerred King 19-May-21 01:45 PM

*Cerred sat down next to Survol and looked around, fascinated at the giant windows.* "Wow...I like this already."

Harold Rodgers BOT 19-May-21 02:42 PM

*Once everyone was in Harold tapped on the lid, alerting the Captain and closed the hatch.* “Perfect! Okay” *He rubbed his hands together before picking up a small box.* “Welcome to the good ship Nova, I’m your tour guide Harold Rogers, you can all me Harry. This tour will take 5 hours total, start to finish.” *He walked down the isle handing each person a small grey devise with a red square in it.* “We will be going through 5 layers of ocean nicknamed; sunlight, twilight, midnight zones, the abyss and trenches. We’ll spend most of our time in the Midnight and Abyss layers.” “The Nova has a protective shield around it along with plexiglass that’s 12 inches thick. It will protect us from the pressure but just in cast things go wrong you each have an emergency beaming device that when clicked will take you back to the docks where we loaded. Any questions so far?” *As he spoke the sub slowly began sinking down down down.*

Lt. Survol 19-May-21 02:47 PM

*Survol merely folded his hands in his lap, sitting up straight with perfect posture as he typically did, awaiting the sights he would be about to see.* (edited)

Lt. JG Cerred King 19-May-21 02:47 PM

*Cerred raised his hand while slipping the device in his pocket.* "Does uh.....does the pressure have any impact on the ears? Or hearing aids?"

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Harold Rodgers BOT 19-May-21 02:55 PM

“Good question. The pressure changes will be gradual so your bodies will naturally adjust. That’s why it’s slow process but makes for a long tour. if you feel you ears hurt plug your nose and try force air out, or chew some gum. Speaking of gum in the front of the sub we have food and water, also...wait for it...that’s right folks...gum!”

Lt. JG Cerred King 19-May-21 03:04 PM

*He nodded slowly and adjusted his glasses a bit. He'd have to keep that in mind just in case.*

Dr. Rownan Ch’ranirh BOT 19-May-21 03:07 PM

“I was wondering, will the beam out be quick enough to take us to the dock in an emergency? Pressure changes down there are strong. A small crack would have us all dead in less than a second.”

Harold Rodgers BOT 19-May-21 03:10 PM

*Sheesh this ones a killjoy.* “Not to worry this sub is safe. We haven’t had that happen so far. Okay now if you start to feel sick just put your head forward and take slow deep breaths. If you wish to leave at any time press the red beam out button. The only other in or out the sub is through the top hatch. That remained sealed during the entire tour. Any other questions?”

Narrator BOT 19-May-21 04:13 PM

*When all was quiet he smiled and took a seat in the front chair that faced the group. The blue ocean around them was clear and bright. So far no creatures were about. They’d only been sinking for 15 mins anyways.*

Lt. Survol 19-May-21 05:08 PM

*Survol watched as they descended into the depths, quiet and not particularly seeming as worried as his companions. It became dark save for the light of the sub shining on the ocean waters rather quickly.* "Do you worry this much in space that there will be a hull fracture? If not, logic would dictate this situations would be similar."

Lt. JG Cerred King 19-May-21 05:23 PM

*Cerred didn't pay attention, instead watching the water as they descended in fascination.*

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Lt. JG Cerred King 19-May-21 06:47 PM

Love 'em)

Narrator BOT 19-May-21 09:56 PM

\*The submarine went through the sunlight zone in less than an hour. The group were able to see schools of tuna, stingrays, a whale and some jellyfish. Harry explained the sunlight zone, it’s depth and some information about the sea life they spotted. Next came the twilight zone. The water around them grew dark but the floor had some light along the chairs so people don’t trip.

Lt. Survol 20-May-21 10:12 AM

*The sub darkened, and Survol simply sat there, observing. If he could observe or work without talking in all situations, it would be the most ideal of situations for him. It was a logical choice to agree to be in Cerred and Row's company while he waited.*

Dr. Rownan Ch’ranirh BOT 20-May-21 10:22 AM

*The Aenar watched the large glass windows with childlike enthusiasm. To think he almost pressed the beam out button an hour ago for fear of the unknown. As the fish and sea life passed by she laughed and pointed talking to no one in particular.* “Would you look at that? I’ve never been this deep in the ocean before.”

Lt. JG Cerred King 20-May-21 11:59 AM

"Neither have I. Its really beautiful...." *Cerred said and watched as the fish passed by and the water got darker, absolutely amazed.*

Narrator BOT 20-May-21 01:29 PM

*Everything became black as they now spent most their time in the midnight and abyss. Strange Bioluminescent fish and creature flashed and darted around the sub. Some were long like jellyfish, some with huge eyes and sharp teeth. Harry explained and named off the species they encountered and told them the history about how the trench was made. They even encountered vampire squids, anglerfish and siphonophores.*

Lt. Survol 20-May-21 01:36 PM

*Survol quirked a brow while he sat there and observed the marine life.* "As Vulcan does not have such scenery, I must admit, neither have I. I'm certain there are some vessels out there who have surveyed more aquatic planets, but I have not been assigned to one."

Lt. JG Cerred King 20-May-21 01:42 PM

*Cerred was still watching the fish swim by in awe, point to a passing anglerfish.* "Could you tell me more about thag fish?"

Harold Rodgers BOT 20-May-21 06:24 PM

“Why of course! The anglerfish got its name for the way it hunts. It lures curious fish in with the glowing appendage. Bioluminescence bacteria house themselves in the lure making it glow. When unsuspecting fish get to close they lung forward and eat the fish in one gulp.”

Dr. Rownan Ch’ranirh BOT 20-May-21 06:26 PM

*He placed his hands agains the glass watching the long glowing tails of siphonophores.* “They look like giant neurons...or curtains...no I like neurons better...”

Lt. Survol 20-May-21 06:39 PM

*It was Rownan piquing Survol's interest far more than the fish outside with his comment. He turned his glance to the good doctor.* "Are you something of a neural specialist?"

Lt. JG Cerred King 20-May-21 07:13 PM

*Cerred was still watching the fish fascinated, not focused on Survol and Rownan talking.*

Dr. Rownan Ch’ranirh BOT 20-May-21 07:26 PM

*He looked over at Survol for the first time since they boarded.* “Yes, well I’ve been studying brainwaves, patterns, structures, chemical bonds....all kinds of things. I’ve mostly had experience with Vulcans and Betazoids. Telepaths and empaths have very unique functions in different parts of the brain. Take the hippocampus for example. In Betazoids have wag more pathways and connections than let’s say human. It would only make sense that they’d be able to sense others emotions, even thoughts. Yet not everything is know on what specific pathway creates a certain emotional response...” *He stopped talking once he realized he was rambling.*

Lt. Survol 20-May-21 07:32 PM

*And now for the first time, Survol found someone who might be supremely useful in fixing his conditions. But could he trust the doctor? If he found out... Survol was impeccable at not showing his internal hope. Even the thought was illogical. He turned his attention back to the fish, quiet for a long moment after the rambling.* *But then, physicians took oaths of confidentiality with patients, did they not? It would be logical to assume Rownan would uphold his oath. Some strange, prehistoric creature went floating by, a moment of brief respite.* "Doctor, I may require your assistance after all. I believe you have the skills necessary to stop the debilitating symptoms I experience when Lt. Miren is near."

Dr. Rownan Ch’ranirh BOT 20-May-21 07:42 PM

*He stared at Survol for a moment then realized what he was referring to...and that the person that had caused him to have this physical reaction was none other than his friend Kalena.* “Ahh....” *His voice caught in his throat as he was at a loss for words.* “Yes..yes..” *He cleared throat and coughed into his arm to help his voice to return.* “I’ll be glad to. I’ll do my best...there will be lots of tests..” *He looked around at the group of tourists who didn’t pay their conversation any mind.* “We can discuss this another time...in private..” *A small smile graced his lips as he turned back to looking at the glowing sea life wondering about Kalena and Survol’s condition.*

Lt. JG Cerred King 20-May-21 08:07 PM

"You've been studying Betazoid brains? Do you need another subject for that?"

Lt. Survol 20-May-21 08:09 PM

*Survol quirked a brow at how quickly the doctor became flustered. Perhaps this was not a man he wanted poking inside his brain after all... but he sounded knowledgable. He would have to discuss it another time as Rownan had suggested. Survol gave a brief nod to confirm.* (edited)

Narrator BOT 21-May-21 10:56 AM

*Now that the crew had seen a large variety of deep sea life the submarine finally made it to the bottom. Here they saw many tubeworms layered on thermal vents that spewed out hot water and gases. Hagfish were also along the bottom eating a dead whale carcass.*

Lt. JG Cerred King 21-May-21 11:34 AM

*Cerred leaned for a bit to watch the vents but was more fascinated by the hagfish,* "I dont think I've ever seen anything like those before..."

Harold Rodgers BOT 22-May-21 12:42 AM

“They are the deep sea cleanup crew. Them and crabs.” *They continued along the bottom then began to rise up. The submarine floated close to the trench wall for guidance and to view more life in the caves of the walls.*

Narrator BOT 22-May-21 12:00 PM

*The submarine continued to ascend slowly to the surface so the tourists wouldn’t get sick. More sea life continued to pass by, glowing with whips like tentacles and fins. The dark waters began to lighten and the animals looked less like monsters and more like friendly creatures.*

Lt. JG Cerred King 22-May-21 12:02 PM

*Cerred had been wrapped up in watching the different sea life, utterly fascinated.*

Dr. Rownan Ch’ranirh BOT 22-May-21 12:14 PM

*The pressure changes didn’t hurt his ears or head like he thought it would. He didn’t even feel sick or worried about the fact that they were under tons and tons of pressure. Advances in technology gave them many opportunities to discover and see the unknown, like never before. Rownan was glad this time he didn’t let his anxieties of the known stop her from experiencing this.*

Narrator BOT 23-May-21 12:05 PM

*After the 5 hours were up the submarine surfaced and Harry turned again to the tourists.* “That concludes the tour for this evening. I hope you all enjoyed yourselves, please stay seated till the Nova comes to a stop. Exit in a single file and place your transporter units in the box before exiting.”

Lt. JG Cerred King 23-May-21 12:09 PM

*Cerred smiled a little and nodded as the man spoke, waiting for the Submarine to stop before he stood and followed the others out.* (edited)

Dr. Rownan Ch’ranirh BOT 23-May-21 12:17 PM

*As the submarine stopped he stood up and went over to Cerred as he placed the transporter device in the box.* “What did you think?”

Lt. JG Cerred King 23-May-21 03:35 PM

*He dropped the device in the box and looked back with a smile,* "I thought it was amazing. Especially deep down. Did you enjoy it?"

Dr. Rownan Ch’ranirh BOT 24-May-21 12:56 AM

*He happily nodded his head with a smile.* “I was a bit worried at first, but fish are my favorite so I’m glad I went. Who knew Earth has some interesting life underwater. It’s like a world of its own.” *He climbed up the stairs and stepped out onto the doc again.*

Lt. Survol 24-May-21 09:29 AM

*Survol watched the whole display with academic interest, taking note of all the creatures he saw during the process with flat expression. When it stopped, he stood himself up and followed his companions out and back onto the dock. Without word, he grabbed his belongings from the locker and rejoined them.* "That was a fascinating experience. Thank you for suggesting it, doctor."

Dr. Rownan Ch’ranirh BOT 24-May-21 11:03 AM

*He gave a smile at the Vulcan as they walked along the docs.* “I’m glad you both came with me. Oh! Don’t forget your bag from the locker storage.” *He looked at his PADD remembering he still needed to pack to go to Andoria tomorrow.*

Lt. JG Cerred King 24-May-21 12:40 PM

"Not gonna lie, some of the fish in the darker layers could easily fit into horror movies. And it was amazing, Doctor. Thank you for letting me join you guys."

Lt. Survol 24-May-21 01:11 PM

*Survol lifted the bag in his hand as if to alert Rownan to the fact he'd already considered such items.* "It is always agreeable to spend time with you, Ensign King." *He glanced to both of them.* "I suppose each of you are busy with shore leave. I will have to find a quiet place for meditation while I await Starfleet's orders."

Lt. JG Cerred King 24-May-21 01:31 PM

"Avoiding my grandmothers pottery club is on the agenda now." *He said with a chuckle.* "Plus I wanted to talk to Max about updating these here." *He said and pointed to his glasses.*

Dr. Rownan Ch’ranirh BOT 24-May-21 03:05 PM

*He nodded not realizing Survol already got the bag.* “I should head back to the ship. Have to pack for Andor.”

Lt. Survol 24-May-21 03:18 PM

*Survol held up his free hand in the traditional Vulcan salute to the two. It had been a good distraction, but he would be left in the same position, trying to figure out his place in this universe. Despite being conflicted and upended, Survol showed only impassiveness toward the two.* "Peace and long life. And doctor... I suppose we will meet upon your return?"

Dr. Rownan Ch’ranirh BOT 24-May-21 03:31 PM

*He tried to give the salute back but it was a bit sloppy.* “Yes, I’ll contact you when I return.”

Lt. Survol 24-May-21 04:26 PM

*WIth goodbyes said, Survol beamed back to ESD.*

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Dr. Rownan Ch’ranirh BOT 24-May-21 04:35 PM

*He bid farewell to Carred then beamed to Odyssey.*

Lt. JG Cerred King 24-May-21 05:44 PM

*Cerred nodded and beamed back to San Francisco.*

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