Author: Steven Weller

USS Cherokee episode 884
Grand Theft Artifact, by Steve Weller, Part 40
12302.09

Starring_
Steve Weller as Executive Producer, F_CO_Velpath, K_CO_Garspin and SO_Lt_Trix 
Zach Farland as CO_Capt_Daniels and OPS_Ens_Granger 
John Garrison as CEO_LtCmdr_Hull, and TO_Lt_Lvor
Pablo Delsoglio as CIV_Capt_Marek and FCO_Lt_Alvarado
Absent
None
The USS Cherokee is currently in position behind the rogue planet Pilgrim 382, preparing to run an operation to capture a base believed to be the headquarters of the group that has stolen multiple historical artifacts in the Federation and nearby space.

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CIV_Capt_Marek says:
:standing by his station::

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::On the bridge, checking the inventory of available photon torpedoes::

ACTION: The Fletcher, Kukri and Mekala report ready status.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
::On Bridge, trying to map out the orbital debris around Pilgrim 382.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Discovers the specs for an energy dampening pulse in the library computer on deploying a Breen Energy Dampening Pulse, sends the specs to the forward photon torpedo room::

Host SMSteve says:
@<K_CO_Garspin> COM: Cherokee: Kukri to Cherokee, Kaneda Fighter Wings ready for deployment if needed.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
All/*Fletcher/Kukri/Mekala: This is Captain Daniels.  Okay, we're here to make an arrest.  We have our warrant from Mister Mulligan.  If there is to be a fight here, it will start with them and end with us.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
*Forward Photon Torpedo Room*:  This is Commander Hull, you should have received specs for converting a photon torpedo into a Breen energy Dampening Pulse on detonation, configure 3 on-the-double and advise when they are ready for launch, Hull Out.

Host SMSteve says:
@<K_CO_Garspin> COM: Cherokee: Understood, Captain. On your order. We stand ready to assist.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
COM: Kukri: Garspin: I was wonder, do you think they could take out their sensor satellite?

Host SMSteve says:
#<F_CO_Velpath> COM: Cherokee: Acknowledged, Captain Daniels.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::thinks:: Cool.. a firefight on the verge to break loose...

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO:  Sir, I have found specs in the library computer for a Breen Energy Dampening Pulse, that will cancel any energy generated for a few hours.  There will be three needed to cover the station, the freighters and surrounding area.  With the large moon concealing us, our fleet will be protected from its effects.

Host SMSteve says:
@<K_CO_Garspin> COM: Cherokee: They could. Would take a minute to get there but should be plenty quick, if I understand the technology at their disposal.

Host SMSteve says:
@<K_CO_Garspin> COM: Cherokee: Would also put them in a position to screen against the freighters trying to escape I think.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
COM: Kukri: Garspin: Get things ready.  Go on my Mark.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
CEO: Go ahead and set that up.  Be ready for my go ahead.

Host SMSteve says:
@<K_CO_Garspin> COM: Cherokee: Aye Captain. Crews will launch and stay in orbit around our fleet so they can deploy quicker when ordered.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO:  Aye Sir!  Once the pulse expands out everything will be out of commission, our ships will not be affected by the pulse, we will be able to function, transporters, phasers, etc. 

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CO: I've got a few routes plotted out that should provide the most direct approach with the best...is camouflage the right word in space?

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
All/*Fletcher/Kukri/Mekala: This is Captain Daniels.  I want as few casualties as possible.  We don't know the extent of guilt Revintos's men have.  Let's go in. Follow the Cherokee.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
FCO: Take us to the station. quarter impulse.

Host SMSteve says:
@<K_CO_Garspin> COM: Cherokee: On your starboard aft, Captain.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
<FCO> CO: A quarter impulse engaged, sir.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
COM: Kukri: Garspin:  Go ahead and take out the sensor satellite.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
<FCO> ::maneuvers the ships accordingly::

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
*CEO* <Forward Torpedo Room>:  Sir!  The photon torpedoes have been configured, we had to bleed off some anti-matter from the warp drive as part of the configuration, they are loaded and ready for launch!

Host SMSteve says:
#<F_CO_Velpath> COM: CO: On your Six, Captain.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
CEO: Our whole fleet will not be effected?

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
*<Forward Torpedo Room>*:  Acknowledged! Hull Out

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
<FCO> ::gets ready to adopt battle maneuvers.::

Host SMSteve says:
$<M_CO_Betran> COM: CO: Ready on your port aft, Cherokee.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO/OPS:  The Breen Energy Dampening Torpedoes are in their launch tubes, and have been programmed for course and detonation – automatically.

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
CEO: Understood, Sir.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
::As the ship moves towards the other side of the planet, prepares sensors to scan for anything resembling an Elway Shift Device coming online.:: CO: Eyes ready to detect any signs of an Elway device, just in case.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
All: I wonder how long until they see us.  What do they want, a parade and fireworks?

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO:  They may not be looking for anyone at the moment Sir!  

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
CEO: I'm being impatient.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CO: Once we clear the planet and get in direct line of sight with the station, or their sensor satellite, they could detect us if looking. We have at least 2 minutes, 15 seconds until we reach that point.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
SO: Two minutes?  That's a long time.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
::Shrugs.:: CO: The planet provides a lot of cover. We could increase velocity if needed.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO:  Sir! I would recommend that we launch those energy dampening pulse torps now, that way they will not be able to respond as everything will be dead, we need to be out of visual sight of the torps, or we too will have no energy.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
CEO: No, waiting builds character.  ::Smiles::

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO:  Yes Sir!  ::gulps::

ACTION: The fleet clears the cover of the planet and now has line of sight to the station.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CO: We've cleared the planet, line of sight to the station established. No reaction yet.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
COM: All/*Fletcher/Kukri/Mekala*: Just so we are ready All hands should take their battle stations.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
<FCO> ::maintains speed and course::

SO_Lt_Trix says:
::Starts scanning for signs of Elway Shift energy patterns.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Turns away from the main screen, checking the stability of the torpedoes through his console::

Host SMSteve says:
@<K_CO_Garspin> COM: Cherokee: Permission to engage their sensor satellite, Captain or hold?

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
K_CO_Garspin> COM: Cherokee: Permission granted.

Host SMSteve says:
@<K_CO_Garspin> COM: Cherokee: Aye Captain.

TO_Lt_LVor says:
CO:  Sir!  Sensors show the closest freighter is powering up, readying to leave its moorings, shields are up, and weapons are powering up as well

Host SMSteve says:
@ACTION: The Kukri's Kaneda wings break off from the Starfleet fleet and move to engage the sensor satellite.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
TO: Go to red alert.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::thinks:: Oh... this is going to be.. interesting

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CO: No sign of Elway Shift energies, but that satellite just lit up like an Exmass Tree. It is going into full scan mode.

TO_Lt_LVor says:
CO:  That freighter has left its moorings, powering up altering course to intercept the Kaneda flight.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
FCO: Steady as she goes, Mister Alvarado.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
TO: Wait ‘til they fire first.  Remember, let's keep the killing to a minimum.

@ACTION: Six of the Kanedas stay on target to the satellite, the remaining thirty move to keep the freighter off of the first six.

TO_Lt_LVor says:
CO:  Aye Sir!

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
<FCO> CO: Aye, sir.

^ACTION: The freighter opens fire on the Kanedas, trying to target those going after the satellite.

TO_Lt_LVor says:
CO:  Opening fire Sir on the Freighter, attempting to take out their weapons!

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
OPS: Try hailing the station.

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  ::Tries hailing the station::

TO_Lt_LVor says:
All:  Firing second salvo on the Freighter's weapons

@ACTION: Two Kanedas are hit, one of the main force and one of the team going after the satellite.

TO_Lt_LVor says:
CO:  Sir, sensors showing two Kanedas hit, one from the main force, and one from the team heading towards the satellite

^ACTION: The freighter alters course, heading away from the incoming fleet and towards deep space, just wide of the station. The two other freighters are powering up at the station.

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
TO: Continue your assist.

TO_Lt_LVor says:
All:  Firing 3rd Salvo at the Freighter, now it's engines

@ACTION: Kukri launches a Danube Class. Almost simultaneously, the sensor satellite goes down.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
SO: Can you read life signs on the escaping freighter.  See if one is Orion.  They may just be trying to lead us away.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
<FCO> CO/TO::  Adapting ordered course to tactical needs!

^ACTION: The first freighter suffers multiple hits. It is still moving, but shields are almost out and it is moving at reduced velocity.

TO_Lt_LVor says:
FCO:  Aye! 

TO_Lt_LVor says:
All:  Firing a 4th Salvo at the freighter's engines.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
::Scanning.:: CO: Most of the lift signs are Orion, can't tell for certain if they are from the Syndicate, but most are indeed Orions. On the freighter, it is...127 Orions, 36 human, 20 Bolian and a mix of others.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
COM: K_CO_Garspin: Congratulation on taking out the satellite.  Great job.

Host SMSteve says:
@<K_CO_Garspin> COM: Cherokee: Thank you, Captain. We lost 2 fighters in the mix. Recover crews are in motion to recover the crews. ::Doesn't add "if possible".::

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
TO: We can't let any of them leave the system.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
OPS: Any answers on our hails?

TO_Lt_LVor says:
CO:  Aye Sir! ::Continues to fire at the freighter's engine pods::

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
CO: No, Sir. Not yet.

^ACTION: The first freighter is disabled, drifting towards the station. The other two have rushed through warmup and are exiting station.

&ACTION: Station Weapons open fire at the incoming fleet. Some at each vessel and a few at the Kaneda group.

TO_Lt_LVor says:
CO:  Sir!  First Freighter has been disabled, the other 2 are rushing through powering up and departing their moorings.

&ACTION: The Mekala takes a hit to their shields, the rest of the shots either miss or do minimal shield damage to the cruisers and frigates.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
COM: All/*Fletcher/Kukri/Mekala*: We've tried the nice way.  Now it's time not to be nice.  I want those freighters disabled.

TO_Lt_LVor says:
CO:  Aye Sir!  Firing phasers continual salvos against the other 2 freighters.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
CEO: Let me know when we're in range of the station and we'll see what your idea pans out.

ACTION: The Kanedas regroup and move to block the freighters escape path. The rest of the fleet concentrate fire on the freighters. The first is almost instantly disabled by a shot from the Cherokee, the other takes some hits but puts itself on the other side of the station.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO:  Aye Sir! ::monitoring range closure::

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CO: Reading station population at...30 people. The rest are on board the freighters. They are trying to make like a tree and get out of here.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
SO: We can't let them do that, can we?

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO:  Sir, we are in range of the station.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CO: No sir. Would make for a sloppy after action report.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
CIV: Jump on a tactical station and see what you can do about disabling the stations weapons.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
SO: ...and we can't have no sloppy reports.

TO_Lt_LVor says:
CO:  Sir, the last freighter has moved to the far side of the station.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CO: Aye, sir!!!

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
CEO: Go ahead and do your thing, Commander.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::start looking for a weakness on their defensive system::

SO_Lt_Trix says:
TO: They are still in the gravity well, no way that clunker can go to Warp in this soup. Unless they are truly insane? Hm, hadn't thought of that possibility...

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CO/TO: I think we can take advantage of something here. Their station weapons seem to have a very poor, predictable fire pattern.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Turns to the eng1 console, pushes the firing button to the Breen Energy Dampening Torpedoes::

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CO/TO: And their weapons arrays seems to have a poorly, even nonexistent, protection. It is very to target and destroy then.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO:  All torpedoes fired Sir!

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
CIV: Good work, You should be able to do something with that.

ACTION: The Energy Dampening Torpedo streaks out towards the station, striking right where the last freighter disappeared. All power on the station and the freighters goes dead.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
CEO: Good, now let's see what happens.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CO: I will. If Lieutenant LVor gives me control of a couple of phaser emitters... ::smiles.. with an almost wicked smile::

@ACTION: Two Kanedas flew a bit closer to the station than they were ordered to and lost power as well. The Kukri, seeing the battle about over, launches 2 more Danube Class to recover the crews and vessels.

TO_Lt_LVor says:
CIV:  ::Enables TAC2 Phaser control to Capt. Marek::  There you are Sir!

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::starts pushing some buttons on his station::

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
All: Now the hunt for Revintos begins.  He's hiding here somewhere.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
All: During the battle, there were no signs of Elway shift. Looks like they didn't ride off into the...shoot. Can't be into the sunset if there's no sun in the system!

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
TO: ::nods:: Now, let's see... ::starts firing on a weapons array::

TO_Lt_LVor says:
CO:  Sir, all station and freighter power is off-line.

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