Lt. Commander V'Lar - There Are Three Lights!
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Chris M
May 30, 2026, 2:45:22 PM (6 days ago) May 30
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((The Vineknot, Gateside Dimension))
The tremor continued beneath their feet, a physical reminder of the dangerous power the alien environment possessed. As the frequency increased so did the intensity of the tremors but they were still well within the infrared range.
While not an expert on extra-dimensional xenoflora, if the xeno-flora were predatory, it might be reacting to the black-body radiation given off by prey. If she was correct, the tremors would soon start to die down.
V’Lar: The light emitted by our suits spans the entire visible spectrum, but I believe the environment is primarily reacting to the longer, infrared wavelengths. If so, would we be able to modify our lighting to block out those specific frequencies?
Pace: I would think so? I’ve not spent much time fiddling with EV suits, but it shouldn’t be too hard?
Tahna: Yes, that should be possible.
V’Lar: If I am correct, once the infrared is filtered out, we should experience a cessation of the tremors.
Pace: I can certainly give it the old Academy try though, because I would love for the ground to be stable-ish again.
The amplitude of the vibrations was increasing, indicating that the reaction was either growing more violent or moving closer to their position. Through the gloom, she observed the faint glow of the First Officer's tricorder screen illuminating her faceplate as Tahna checked her readings.
V’Lar: Lieutenant, may I inquire as to how long an 'old Academy try' will take?
Pace: It might take me a minute to figure this out, sirs. Anyone better with the suits?
Tahna: I think I can get it, but the other tricorder is on the move. Keep an eye on it, Doctor.
Under normal circumstances, V'Lar might suggest simply deactivating the remote tricorder to stop the reaction. However, keeping the device active would provide them with valuable telemetry regarding the xenoflora's behaviour and capabilities.
V’Lar: Acknowledged, Commander. Please pass me your tricorder.
V'Lar felt a firm tug on the tether, followed by Tahna's approach. She extended her hand, securely grasping the offered tricorder in the darkness and diverted her gaze to the display.
Pace: Response
Tahna: Who’s next?
V'Lar considered the optimal sequence. As Chief Medical Officer, her primary goal was preserving the crew's well-being. The pitch-black terrain posed a significant hazard. The sooner the Elaysian officer could navigate safely, the less risk there was to her.
V’Lar: Logically, Lieutenant Pace should be next, while I continue to monitor.
Pace: Response
V'Lar waited patiently, tracking the status of the 'yeeted' tricorder while Tahna expertly adjusted the wrist panel on the Elaysian's suit. When it was her turn, the Vulcan remained perfectly still as the First Officer manipulated the interface on her environmental suit.
Tahna: Did we get anything else useful?
V'Lar tapped the control interface on her wrist. Instantly, the filtered light from her environmental suit cut through the darkness like a lirpa through a jumbo Vulcan mollusk. While the tremors remained, they did not increase, suggesting the modifications had successfully achieved their aim.
V’Lar: The device is in motion, Commander. It is being pulled directly toward the elevated transponder signal we are currently tracking.
Pace/Tahna: Response
V’Lar: The probability of it being a coincidence is negligible.
Pace/Tahna: Response
V’Lar: I would theorise that since we know the xenoflora in this dimension pre-digests live prey, it transports subdued subjects to a central feeding ground or digestive node for consumption. If I am correct and if anything remains of the scientists, recovery will be hazardous. Perhaps we could weaponise the xenoflora's extreme photosensitivity?
Pace/Tahna: Response
The tremor continued beneath their feet, a physical reminder of the dangerous power the alien environment possessed. As the frequency increased so did the intensity of the tremors but they were still well within the infrared range.
While not an expert on extra-dimensional xenoflora, if the xeno-flora were predatory, it might be reacting to the black-body radiation given off by prey. If she was correct, the tremors would soon start to die down.
V’Lar: The light emitted by our suits spans the entire visible spectrum, but I believe the environment is primarily reacting to the longer, infrared wavelengths. If so, would we be able to modify our lighting to block out those specific frequencies?
Pace: I would think so? I’ve not spent much time fiddling with EV suits, but it shouldn’t be too hard?
Tahna: Yes, that should be possible.
V’Lar: If I am correct, once the infrared is filtered out, we should experience a cessation of the tremors.
Pace: I can certainly give it the old Academy try though, because I would love for the ground to be stable-ish again.
The amplitude of the vibrations was increasing, indicating that the reaction was either growing more violent or moving closer to their position. Through the gloom, she observed the faint glow of the First Officer's tricorder screen illuminating her faceplate as Tahna checked her readings.
V’Lar: Lieutenant, may I inquire as to how long an 'old Academy try' will take?
Pace: It might take me a minute to figure this out, sirs. Anyone better with the suits?
Tahna: I think I can get it, but the other tricorder is on the move. Keep an eye on it, Doctor.
Under normal circumstances, V'Lar might suggest simply deactivating the remote tricorder to stop the reaction. However, keeping the device active would provide them with valuable telemetry regarding the xenoflora's behaviour and capabilities.
V’Lar: Acknowledged, Commander. Please pass me your tricorder.
V'Lar felt a firm tug on the tether, followed by Tahna's approach. She extended her hand, securely grasping the offered tricorder in the darkness and diverted her gaze to the display.
Pace: Response
Tahna: Who’s next?
V'Lar considered the optimal sequence. As Chief Medical Officer, her primary goal was preserving the crew's well-being. The pitch-black terrain posed a significant hazard. The sooner the Elaysian officer could navigate safely, the less risk there was to her.
V’Lar: Logically, Lieutenant Pace should be next, while I continue to monitor.
Pace: Response
V'Lar waited patiently, tracking the status of the 'yeeted' tricorder while Tahna expertly adjusted the wrist panel on the Elaysian's suit. When it was her turn, the Vulcan remained perfectly still as the First Officer manipulated the interface on her environmental suit.
Tahna: Did we get anything else useful?
V'Lar tapped the control interface on her wrist. Instantly, the filtered light from her environmental suit cut through the darkness like a lirpa through a jumbo Vulcan mollusk. While the tremors remained, they did not increase, suggesting the modifications had successfully achieved their aim.
V’Lar: The device is in motion, Commander. It is being pulled directly toward the elevated transponder signal we are currently tracking.
Pace/Tahna: Response
V’Lar: The probability of it being a coincidence is negligible.
Pace/Tahna: Response
V’Lar: I would theorise that since we know the xenoflora in this dimension pre-digests live prey, it transports subdued subjects to a central feeding ground or digestive node for consumption. If I am correct and if anything remains of the scientists, recovery will be hazardous. Perhaps we could weaponise the xenoflora's extreme photosensitivity?
Pace/Tahna: Response
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