SD 10301.09 - USS Pharaoh

During your layover at Outpost 1138, Starfleet engineers will begin installing a new defensive system developed at the Anteres Fleet Yard, to complete the 5 years of testing it has undergone. The deflector shields are to be tied in directly to the ship's warp engines.  These shields can dissipate energy through space-time.

After the installation is complete you are to head to the binary star system called Kotaki for field testing.

The test is in 2 parts:
The Pharaoh will be attacked by two Federation starships.
USS Iroquois NCC-61963
USS Montreal NCC-71852

Both ships are on route and are scheduled to arrive at the same time as you. They will coordinate with you attacks while the ship is at impulse and at warp.

If the test is deemed a success the second part involves testing the metaphysic properties of the shields. Bring the Pharaoh inside the Kotaki star and measure the stresses on the shields.

You will retain use of your conventional shields even with the installation of the warp shields.  On board will be the shield designer Dr. Enaid Yerac as well as Vice Admiral Silek.

CO_Trelan says:
:: steps from his office into the Ops Center ::
SO_Raja says:
::At science station, still recovering from his self inflicted injuries::
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
::A little fidgety...  Walks around the bridge hoping this crew takes care of Bertie...Its been her pride and joy for the past 5 years.  Strong it is... it should kick the other ships butt.::
XO_Chalen says:
::walks onto the bridge with the obligatory PADD in hand::
FCO_Khrex  says:
::sitting at helm::
CTO-Exeter says:
::muttering  about the test, while he's check the new shield configurations::
CSO_McGrady says:
::monitoring the flight plan for anomalies::
CO_Trelan says:
:: steps aboard the turbolift :: Computer: Upper pylon two.
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
::Walks over to the CTO.  Standing very close she looks over his shoulder.::
I-CO_Capt_Richard says:
@:: onboard the USS Iroquois, which is now getting closer to the gas giant::
CEO_Irvin says:
::enters the bridge and sees the designer pacing::  Yerac: Little worried there Doctor?
XO_Chalen says:
CSO:  Mr. McGrady, are we ready to be the Fleets whipping boy?
CSO_McGrady says:
XO:  Unless they give us a dud of a shield system.
CEO_Irvin says:
::walks over to the engineering station and brings up a current display::
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
::Not moving.:: CEO:  No no...  Bertie is going to do fine..  ::Mutters::  CTO:  That is the wrong code!
CO_Trelan says:
:: steps off lift and through the airlock, making his way to the Pharaoh's bridge for the first time since arriving ::
SO_Raja says:
::Purrs contentedly as he pushes buttons, monitoring all the things he is suppose to monitor::
XO_Chalen says:
CSO: That couldn't happen,  not with THIS ship's luck.  ::grins::
CEO_Irvin says:
::snickers under breath::  Self: Bertie?
CSO_McGrady says:
XO: I was surprised to hear their pitching us against a New Orleans and a Galaxy.
CO_Trelan says:
:: enters onto the bridge ::
XO_Chalen says:
::nods to the CSO and sees the CO::
CTO-Exeter says:
Dr.: hey I'm just looking over the specs I’m not putting the thing online yet!
XO_Chalen says:
ALL:  Captain on deck!
CO_Trelan says:
ALL: As you were.
CO_Trelan says:
:: steps over to the XO ::
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
CTO:  Yes Yes...... ::Begins punching the console with codes::
XO_Chalen says:
::stands at attn::   CO:  Welcome aboard sir.  I'm Commander Chalen Riggs, ship's XO.
CTO-Exeter says:
::looks at the new CO, then back at his console::
CSO_McGrady says:
SO:  So, Mr. Raja...are you ready for another beating...it looks like you already took a good one.
CO_Trelan says:
:: extends hand :: Pleasure to meet you, Commander. :: smiles ::
RAdm_Schn_Silek says:
::exits the turbolift to the bridge::
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
::looks up at the Capt.::  CO:  When are you getting the tub on the way...  I need to show SF my new toy
XO_Chalen says:
::notices the Captain is a fellow Bajoran, he didn't remember that from his file::
CTO-Exeter says:
Enaid: we are quite sure of  the thing working aren't we, doctor
XO_Chalen says:
::shakes the Captain's hand::  CO:  Likewise sir.  I think you'll find all department heads ready.
SO_Raja says:
::Sticks tail between his legs in embarrassment:: CSO: Yes sir, I think so
CO_Trelan says:
Dr.: :: grins :: In just a few minutes, Dr. Patience.
CEO_Irvin says:
::pulls up a power status check::  XO: Intermix Set Commander.  All main drive systems standing ready for departure.  "Bertie"  ::smiles::  appears to be stable....
SO_Raja says:
::sniffs the air around him real quickly, getting to know all the new scents::
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
::Looks insulted:: CTO:  Of course it works!
CO_Trelan says:
:: moves to command chair ::
XO_Chalen says:
CEO:  I'm taking your word for it, Eli.
CSO_McGrady says:
SO: By the way, S'Nohar...congratulations on your recent promotion...well deserved.  ::gives his SO a wink::
CO_Trelan says:
XO: Are we ready to go, Number One?

XO_Chalen says:
CO:  Sir, we are ready to depart.
RAdm_Schn_Silek says:
::looks at the bridge activity and steps down to the command center:: CO: Captain ::nods::
FCO_Khrex says:
::anxious to get under way::
CEO_Irvin says:
XO: You got me if this thing works Commander.  It's wired like a Christmas tree gone wrong....
CTO-Exeter says:
Enaid: Never count your eggs before they hatch, doc
CO_Trelan says:
:: stands :: Adm: Sir. Pleasure to see you again.
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
::Walks over to the Adm::  Adm:  Are you sure this is the right crew for this job?
SO_Raja says:
:perks ears:: CSO: Thank you sir. Just think in about 11 more months I will be Captain
CSO_McGrady says:
SO:  An ambitious schedule, Lieutenant.
FCO_Khrex says:
::looks around and spots an Admiral and the new captain::
XO_Chalen says:
CEO:  Now now, Mr.  Young minds, fresh Ideals, be tolerant.  ::grins and waves his finger at the CEO::
CO_Trelan says:
:: places hands behind his back as he faces front ::
SO_Raja says:
CSO: You think so. Maybe 12 would be more accurate then?
FCO_Khrex says:
::wonders who else was invited to the party::
RAdm_Schn_Silek says:
::raises hand in Vulcan salute:: CO: Thank you Captain... my congratulations on your promotion...
CSO_McGrady says:
::smiles::  SO: Who knows what the future holds.
CEO_Irvin says:
::taping away at the panel pulling up several real-time power distribution scanners and system stats on the enhanced shields, then looks over to the doctor, over hearing him speak to the Admiral::  Self: hmmmpf.....
CO_Trelan says:
FCO: Clear all moorings. Engage energizers.

CO_Trelan says:
FCO: Take us out.
FCO_Khrex says:
CO: Aye Captain.
FCO_Khrex says:
::releases docking clamps::
XO_Chalen says:
::reads his display::  CO:  Docking clamps retracted, port and starboard thrusters at station keeping.
CO_Trelan says:
:: returns the salute :: Thank you, Admiral.
RAdm_Schn_Silek says:
CO: While we get under way... ::shows a PADD:: With your permission I would like to complete some unfinished paperwork
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
::Crosses her arms in front of her... She raises on hand and begins unconsciously biting her nails.::
FCO_Khrex says:
::clears moorings and engages energizers::
CO_Trelan says:
:: takes PADD and reads ::
CO_Trelan says:
Adm: Of course, sir.
FCO_Khrex says:
::wonders if these energizers are related to the ancient earth battery::
RAdm_Schn_Silek says:
FCO: Mr... Khrex... front and center.
FCO_Khrex says:
::engages thrusters::
SO_Raja says:
::monitors the sensors for anything that would give a hint of trouble::
FCO_Khrex says:
RAdm: Yes Sir!
CSO_McGrady says:
SO:  OK, Mr.  Once these tests begin, I want you to monitor shield integrity closely...both on the new shields, and on our standard shields...if these new shields fail, we want to make sure our old shields hold up long enough for the ships to stop firing on us.
FCO_Khrex says:
::Stands at attention::
XO_Chalen says:
CTO:  Mr. Exeter, are our conventional shields up to the job if the prototype fails?  I don't want any new holes in my ship.
FCO_Khrex says:
::wonders if he might bump into something if he's not watching the helm::
SO_Raja says:
CSO: Yes Sir, Consider it done
RAdm_Schn_Silek says:
FCO: Ensign Khrex... you are hereby promoted to the rank of Ltjg.... with all the responsibilities it entails... Congratulations.
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
XO:  The shields will hold Cmdr...  I can't believe you'd think I would let sub standard equipment aboard a vessel.
XO_Chalen says:
::smiles at the FCO::
FCO_Khrex says:
RAdm: Yes, sir. Thank you SIR!
CO_Trelan says:
:: grins ::
CSO_McGrady says:
::looks up and gives the new Lieutenant a smile::
CTO-Exeter says:
XO: Conventional shields are in working order, but if we are getting  a full load from the Montreal  we  will be one big hole, sir
XO_Chalen says:
Dr:  With all due respect Doctor, I don't have the luxury of trusting your equipment implicitly.
FCO_Khrex says:
::takes a look at the helm, doesn't see anything alarming::
XO_Chalen says:
CTO:  Noted.
RAdm_Schn_Silek says:
CEO: Lt Eli Irvin.... front and center.
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
XO:  You need faith Cmdr.  I'm not brilliant for nothing.  Besides I've tested these shields myself.  They will hold.
CEO_Irvin says:
::looks over::  Adm: Aye Sir...   ::secures station and walks over standing at attention, which is rare for the CEO::
CTO-Exeter says:
::Nods at the FCO, then looks at the CEO::
RAdm_Schn_Silek says:
CEO: Lt Irvin... you are hereby promoted to the rank of Lt Commander.... with all the responsibilities it entails... Congratulations to you
XO_Chalen says:
Dr.:  I'll keep that in mind, Doctor.
FCO_Khrex says:
::discreetly, engages thrusters to do a 180 on the ship::
CO_Trelan says:
CEO: Congratulations, Commander.
CEO_Irvin says:
::slightly shocked::  Adm: Uhhh.. Thank you Admiral....  ::extends hand and looks over to the Captain and the XO with an "I dunno" look::
RAdm_Schn_Silek says:
CO: Captain... we may now continue to the testing grounds
XO_Chalen says:
CEO:  Congrates, Eli.  ::grins::
CO_Trelan says:
FCO: Helm, set course for the Kotaki System. Warp 5.
CO_Trelan says:
FCO: Engage.
CEO_Irvin says:
::takes the extra pip and pins it on::
CSO_McGrady says:
::starts monitoring SRS and LRS::
FCO_Khrex says:
CO: Course set. Kotaki System.
FCO_Khrex says:
CO: Engaging at Warp 5.
CEO_Irvin says:
::returns to station and resolves the panel lock, bringing the system monitors back up::
FCO_Khrex says:
ALL: Buckle up.
FCO_Khrex says:
::engages the warp engines::
CTO-Exeter says:
CEO: Commander, you think our warp system can hold those new shields??? and congratulations on your promotion, sir
I-CO_Capt_Richard says:
@::looking around his bridge wondering where the Pharaoh crew is::
SO_Raja says:
:Double checks the shield generators and related components to ensure that everything is as it should be::
CO_Trelan says:
:: feels how different the deck plates feel under the power of the engines of a Defiant class as compared to a Galaxy class vessel ::
I-CO_Capt_Richard says:
@COM: Pharaoh: CO: USS Pharaoh this is the USS Iroquois come in please.
CEO_Irvin says:
::still standing, looks over to the CTO::  CTO: Yeah... No doubt about that....   We've got back ups for the backups, but as I told the Captain, I don't want to be close to those stars when the thing goes belly up...
CSO_McGrady says:
CO: Incoming message from the Iroquois, sir.
CO_Trelan says:
CSO: On screen.
CSO_McGrady says:
::puts the Iroquois on the viewscreen::
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
::Goes and stands beside the CEO.::  CEO:  Ok, Now how did you wire my baby into the ship?
CTO-Exeter says:
CEO: Same here, I rather test things which have been tested by others before  me
CO_Trelan says:
COMM: Iroquois: This is Captain Trelan of the USS Pharaoh.
RAdm_Schn_Silek says:
::moves over to the CEO and CTO's position and glances at the new shield configuration::
I-CO_Capt_Richard says:
@COM: Pharaoh: CO: Ah, Captain. ::looks around:: I was just wondering when you are going to meet us? We have been waiting for awhile, Captain.
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
::Closely scrutinizes the setup... Muttering..takes over the console and starts making some adjustments::
CEO_Irvin says:
::look back to the Dr and pulls the schematic up on the Engineering station::  Dr: Well, needless to say, the system does not lend itself to interchangeability from the lab to here...
XO_Chalen says:
CSO:  Out come the wolves.......
M_CO_Leger says:
# ::feels the Montreal drop out of warp at the coordinates and sees the Iroquois on screen::
CSO_McGrady says:
XO:  Looks like that Captain is drooling, too...this should be fun for them...
SO_Raja says:
::closely monitors the shield systems::
FCO_Khrex says:
XO: Commander, we will arrive at our destination in 3 minutes.
CO_Trelan says:
COMM: Iroquois: Sorry, Captain. :: smiles :: We are underway now. We should be there in just a few minutes ::
XO_Chalen says:
FCO:  Very good, Lt.
CO_Trelan says:
FCO: Drop to impulse.
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
CEO:   Here look at this....  The shield was .00025 out of alignment....
FCO_Khrex says:
::wonders why they are dropping to impulse so soon::
FCO_Khrex says:
CO: Aye sir. Dropping to impulse.
I-CO_Capt_Richard says:
@COM: Pharaoh: CO: Thank you, Captain. We will be expecting you. Iroquois out. ::cuts COM::
CTO-Exeter says:
::Looks at the CO for the word::CO:Sir?
XO_Chalen says:
FCO:  Get ready with your evasive maneuver routines.  Just because we can't shoot back doesn’t mean we have to make it easy for them.
FCO_Khrex says:
::ship drops to impulse from warp 5::
CEO_Irvin says:
::looks at the Doctor with a cockeyed look::  Dr: .00025?  OoooooK
CEO_Irvin says:
::looks over to the XO and shrugs::  
CO_Trelan says:
CTO: Raise the new shields.
M_CO_Leger says:
#COM:Iroquois:CO: G'day Marc...  What's a nice starship Captain like you doing in a place lice this?
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
::Looks up at him.:: CEO:  Well it could make all the difference in the world..
FCO_Khrex says:
XO: Don't worry, sir. With my evasive maneuvers they'd wish they were fighting a fleet of Romulans.
XO_Chalen says:
CEO:  It's HIS baby, Eli....
CO_Trelan says:
ALL: OK, boys and girls....time to become the duck in a shooting gallery.
CEO_Irvin says:
::under breath:: XO: Thank God....
CTO-Exeter says:
CO:Aye, raising shields ::looks at the CEO with a look of doom:: And the new shields, sir  :;pushes a few buttons::
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
::Turns and looks at the XO.:: XO:  Cmdr, you need a biology lesson, I assure you, I have the equipment of a female.
SO_Raja says:
::watches the systems as the power brings the system online::
XO_Chalen says:
COM:  ALL HANDS!  Battle stations!!!!!!

XO_Chalen says:
ALL:  RED ALERT!

ACTION: The engines console shows the new shields are online

I-CO_Capt_Richard says:
@::hears the COM and sighs:: COM: Montreal: CO: Waiting for the Pharaoh as you probably are.
CEO_Irvin says:
::watches the EPS grid power levels fluctuate::
XO_Chalen says:
Dr.:  My apologies, Doctor.
FCO_Khrex says:
::prepares the evasive maneuvers into the console::
SO_Raja says:
CSO: New shields on line and looks like they ar-r-re holding
CEO_Irvin says:
XO: EPS Grid power levels are fluctuating, but still within safe operating limits....
CSO_McGrady says:
SO: Very good...lets hope they stay that way.
XO_Chalen says:
CEO: Keep on it.
CEO_Irvin says:
XO: It's like plugging in a 100 watt lightbulb into a hand crank generator....
CTO-Exeter says:
::looks at his console::Self:may god have mercy on our souls
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
::Adjusts the console for a continuous readout.::
FCO_Khrex says:
SELF: Come out, come out, where ever you are...
XO_Chalen says:
CO:  Sir, all departments show ready.  ready as we can be for this kind of thing......
M_CO_Leger says:
#::sighs:: COM:Iroquois:CO: Of course... I glad though... I just want our CTO's to coordinate their firing patterns... I am NOT going to hit them hard right away... let's do this gradually... new shields or no new shields
SO_Raja says:
::finding hard to monitor the shields systems, quickly reconfigures the panel so it would be easier to read for him::
CEO_Irvin says:
::makes minor adjustments to the power distribution nodes in the EPS Grid on Decks 2 and 3::

CO_Trelan says:
XO: :: nods :: Here we go. CSO: Contact the Iroquois and Montreal. Tell them they may begin their firing.
I-CO_Capt_Richard says:
@COM: Montreal: CO: Gradually... what fun.
CSO_McGrady says:
COM: Montreal/Iroquois:  Pharaoh stands by to take your fire.
XO_Chalen says:
::stands back by the CSO's console and gets ready to hang on::
M_CO_Leger says:
#COM:Iroquois:CO: Speaking of which... here they come.... I have them on sensors entering the system
SO_Raja says:
::Hearing the Captains orders, holds onto the panel a little more tightly so he does not get knocked down::
CO_Trelan says:
:: sits in his seat ::
FCO_Khrex says:
::runs a quick diagnostic on the maneuvering thrusters::
I-CO_Capt_Richard says:
@COM: Montreal: CO: As do I..
CSO_McGrady says:
::whispers:: XO:  Want me to scramble their sensors...we could make this a dual purpose training exercise.
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
::Sighs::
CO_Trelan says:
CTO/CEO: Shield modification status?
XO_Chalen says:
CSO:  ::grins::  Make it subtle...... make them think that their CTO's just can't hit anything.
CTO-Exeter says:
::Whispers::CO: I could make this a small challenge for them by firing back with low powered phasers
CSO_McGrady says:
::smiles at the XO::
CEO_Irvin says:
::still looking at the power levels as they float up and down, then casts an eye to the shield status monitor::  CO: Best I can tell, she's running.  
XO_Chalen says:
CSO:  They picked the WRONG starship to use as a punching bag.......  <w>

M_CO_Leger says:
#COM:Iroquois:CO: You begin.... I'll follow.... COM:Pharaoh:CO: We are just coordinating ourselves Pharaoh... We are going to be nice to begin with... they get more difficult as we proceed
CO_Trelan says:
:: grins at the CEO ::
XO_Chalen says:
SELF:  What are they waiting for?   Just bring it.......
CEO_Irvin says:
CO: But Captain, if the EPS fluctuations become more apparent, I'm going to recommend that we stop this....
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
CEO:  He is running perfectly...  ::Smiles::  Keep an eye on that power grid... its very... temperamental... shall we say
CO_Trelan says:
CEO: I don't think those two out there will take kindly to that, though it may be fun. But, no.
CSO_McGrady says:
::emits a weak tachyon spike against the Montreal’s and Iroqouis sensor arrays...just enough to give them a bit of static::
CO_Trelan says:
CEO: Understood.
I-CO_Capt_Richard says:
@COM: Montreal: CO: Ready when you are, Captain. ::has everything ready::
CO_Trelan says:
COM: Montreal. :: laughing :: Give it your best, Captain.

ACTION: The USS Iroquois opens fire phasers at 75%

CEO_Irvin says:
::looks over to the Dr::  ::sarcastically:: Dr: No Kidding!
XO_Chalen says:
::barely feels the first volley::
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
::Glances and glares.::  CEO:  You know you could at least pretend to like me.
CO_Trelan says:
XO: That wasn't so bad.

ACTION: The new shields show no drop in power

I-CO_Capt_Richard says:
@::coordinating with his crew::
SO_Raja says:
::Sees the EPS Spikes on his monitors and shudders at the thought of getting near an EPS conduit::
XO_Chalen says:
CO:  I knew this would be easy.......
CEO_Irvin says:
::sees the primary EPS slink down in level a bit::  Dr: Yeah... I could couldn't I?

ACTION: The USS Montreal fires phasers at the same strength

CTO-Exeter says:
XO/CO: New shields  are holding no loss of power
CSO_McGrady says:
XO:  Don't speak too soon, Commander.
FCO_Khrex says:
::stops the ship on a dime and flies towards the nickel::
CO_Trelan says:
:: nods to the CTO ::
XO_Chalen says:
FCO:  Keep it up, Lt.  Make them work for it.

ACTION: Shields maintain strength

SO_Raja says:
CSO: New shields ar-r-e still holding. I show no appar-r-rent dr-r-rop in shield str-r-rength
CTO-Exeter says:
CO/XO:Same as last shot,sirs
CSO_McGrady says:
SO:  They're just giving us a little kiss, now...lets see how they hold up to the main course.
M_CO_Leger says:
#::sees the sensor readings::  COM:Iroquois:CO: Incredible... jump up the power... I'll fire torpedoes... TOGETHER.. On 3...2...1...
CEO_Irvin says:
CO/XO: Tactical officer's system scan confirmed.  No loss of power in the Shield System.
FCO_Khrex says:
::the ship flies a 270 and rolls portside::
CO_Trelan says:
FCO: Let's give them a spin. Evasive pattern Delta Three.
SO_Raja says:
CSO: Main cour-r-rse. Ar-r-e they going to ser-r-rve food also?
I-CO_Capt_Richard says:
@COM: Montreal: CO: All right, ready.
FCO_Khrex says:
CO: Aye sir. Evasive pattern Delta three.
CTO-Exeter says:
CO:Permission to fire back?
CSO_McGrady says:
::looks at the SO with bewilderment::  SO:  Maybe after the tests...
XO_Chalen says:
COM:  ALL HANDS!  Brace for Impacts!!  ::sees the incoming Torpedoes::
CEO_Irvin says:
::Quickly takes seat and holds on::

ACTION: Phasers hit the target and all torpedoes connect as well even after the evasive maneuver... still no drop in power.

CO_Trelan says:
CTO: Denied. :: smiles :: We're the duck, remember?
CEO_Irvin says:
::thinks to self::  Self: This AND maneuvering?  ::frantically reads the impulse diag. screen and inertial dampener status::
SO_Raja says:
::purrs loudly at the though of getting some food::
CTO-Exeter says:
CO: hey can't the duck sometimes fight back ::grins::
FCO_Khrex says:
CTO: They wouldn't have a chance if we fired back
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
::Starts jumping from station to station, checking readouts, making adjustments where needed::
XO_Chalen says:
CTO:  Swallow those instincts, Mr.  Let's show them that we can take it.
CSO_McGrady says:
::is amazed::  XO:  These shields are something else.
CTO-Exeter says:
FCO: I can modify the phasers it wouldn't hurt them, only their pride
CO_Trelan says:
:: hears the CSO ::
XO_Chalen says:
CSO:  I just don't trust their stability.......
SO_Raja says:
::Continues to monitor the shields::
FCO_Khrex says:
::tucks in behind the Montreal and flies in their sensory blind spot::
CO_Trelan says:
:: stands, moving to the Science station and checking the readings ::

CSO_McGrady says:
XO:  But if they can stay up....I mean they just took a pounding and didn't drop at all.
SO_Raja says:
::Sees the CO come by, tries to sniff him to get familiar with his scent::
CO_Trelan says:
:: reluctantly looks to the SO, but doesn't comment ::
M_CO_Leger says:
#::shakes head::  COM:Iroquois:CO: I don't believe it.... Full weapons... all phasers and torpedoes... all banks ... all tubes
CO_Trelan says:
:: remembers this from a certain Catian he served with before ::
FCO_Khrex says:
::tries to locate the Iroquois::
CSO_McGrady says:
XO: It looks like they're loading up the whole kit-n-k'boodle now.
CTO-Exeter says:
CO:Let's get ready for the full load, Montreal is loading all tubes and all banks!
FCO_Khrex says:
::prepares the fly in front of the Montreal as the Iroquois fires their weapons::
CEO_Irvin says:
::eyeballing the EPS Grid::  XO/CO: System appears to still be functioning within proposed limits....   The draw on the EPS grid was a little unsettling in the beginning, but it appears to be leveling off as the Computer makes adjustments to the draw::
SO_Raja says:
::continues to monitor the shields and notes that the shields are still holding::
I-CO_Capt_Richard says:
@COM: Montreal: CO: It looks like those new shields actually work!! ::looking at sensors::

ACTION: The Pharaoh begins to take a pounding from the phasers and torpedoes like it never took before.... and no drop in power at all

CSO_McGrady says:
XO:  Unbelievable...unimaginable....
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
::Face begins to beam as the tests are going so well.::
CTO-Exeter says:
::Swears out::ALL: Shield holding and at 100%
XO_Chalen says:
::feels the ship shudder, but still no damage::

SO_Raja says:
CSO: Shields ar-r-re still holding. I still show no significant dr-r-rop in power-rr
CO_Trelan says:
CEO: Any strain on the engines with the rerouting of the shields?
XO_Chalen says:
CSO:   Almost TOO good to be true.......
M_CO_Leger says:
#COM:Pharaoh:CO: Can we repeat that with you at warp Captain?
CSO_McGrady says:
XO:  I wonder what the devil asked in return for these puppies.
FCO_Khrex says:
::changes course and flies straight down relative to the positions of the other 2 ships::
CEO_Irvin says:
::as the ship takes a pummeling, the EPS grid begins to level back up to normal status and snickers a shocked snicker:: CO: Unbelievable....  Any strain that was apparent before, is gone.  It's like we're still sitting at space dock.
CTO-Exeter says:
::looks at the CEO:: CEO: Could we use warp with these shields???
CO_Trelan says:
COM: Montreal: CO: I think that would be prudent, Captain. Going to warp 1.
CO_Trelan says:
FCO: Warp 1. Engage.
CEO_Irvin says:
::looks over to the CTO and shakes head as if to say "Shut Up!::
M_CO_Leger says:
#M_FCO: Prepare to follow them as they go to warp.... M_CTO: Maintain fire...
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
CO:  Capt don't you let them abuse my shields!
FCO_Khrex says:
CO: Aye, Captain. Warp 1.
CO_Trelan says:
:: looks to the Doctor :: Doctor: This is the point of this test.
CEO_Irvin says:
::looks over to the Dr::  Dr: I hope you designed them to be abused!  
FCO_Khrex says:
::engages engines at warp 1 after setting a safe course::
RAdm_Schn_Silek says:
::is quite impressed with the new shields::
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
CEO:  I designed them to be respected..  If you respect them, they will protect you...
CTO-Exeter says:
DR: I'm gonna abuse them alot., I wonder If I can fire weapons with these shields??
SO_Raja says:
CSO: If the shields pass the test, will all ships have them then?
CO_Trelan says:
:: steps over to the doctor after hearing her ::
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
::Looks up at the Capt.::

ACTION: Minor drop in shield power... as specified in shields specifications.... but shields firm up even under fire

CO_Trelan says:
Doctor: Do you think an enemy is going to "respect" your shields?
CSO_McGrady says:
SO:  I don't quite know, Mr. Raja, but maybe they should.
FCO_Khrex says:
::wonders if the doctor name the shields::
CO_Trelan says:
Doctor: "Sorry, Romulan Commander...you need to respect my shields. Stop firing.
CEO_Irvin says:
::looks back over to the shield status monitor::  CO: Reading a Minor drop in power as we entered warp Captain....  Still holding firm though...
SO_Raja says:
::hears a beeping from his console:: CSO: Small dr-r-rop in shields
CO_Trelan says:
Doctor: I don't think so.
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
CO:  Of course not Capt.  They were designed to withstand that.   But you must respect those shields.   They are your only line of defense.
I-CO_Capt_Richard says:
@COM: Montreal: CO: So, what is the new plan?
CSO_McGrady says:
SO: Confirmed, but they seem to have shored up.
FCO_Khrex says:
::laughs at the captain's comment::
CTO-Exeter says:
Doctor; I beg to differ, we still have conventional shields, those are our last line of defense
CO_Trelan says:
Doctor: And it is that protection we are testing at this point.

M_CO_Leger says:
# COM:Iroquois:CO: No more mister nice guy.... FULL SPREAD again.. .FIRE !!
XO_Chalen says:
ALL:  Hang on!
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
::Resists the urge to kick the Capt... then does just that.::  CO:  You don't have to make fun of me.   This is five years of my life you are playing with.
FCO_Khrex says:
::in his best Cartman's voice:: SELF: Respect my authoritay!
CEO_Irvin says:
::grabs hold::  Self: Jeez!
I-CO_Capt_Richard says:
@::has his CTO fire everything at the Pharaoh::
FCO_Khrex says:
XO: Uh... hanging on, sir.
CO_Trelan says:
:: softens his tone :: Dolor: I understand that. And we are trying to make sure that it is five years of worthy research.

ACTION: Shields lose about 1% of power while at warp.... all within specifications....   the impacts are barely felt

CTO-Exeter says:
XO/CO: Lose of 1%, but shields still stable
XO_Chalen says:
CSO:  Dare I say that we have those ships beat?
CSO_McGrady says:
XO:  I think we could pummel both ships with these shields.
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
CO:  Capt you think I would give you shoddy equipment?  If those shields fail, its those lives that are lost that will be on my conscious.  Make no mistake, every contingency has been taken into account.  That is what I mean by respecting them.
CEO_Irvin says:
::reading power levels on the fly and making adjustments::  CO/XO: CTOs System Report confirmed...  I don't know why or how, but....   ::fades out while reading power readings::
SO_Raja says:
::While monitoring the shields, begins to hum a Catian tune, which sounds a lot like purring::
M_CO_Leger says:
# COM:Pharaoh:CO: Holy Kolker... I am impressed Captain
I-CO_Capt_Richard says:
@COM: Montreal: CO: This is not funny.. we haven't even caused a scratch.
CEO_Irvin says:
Dr: Doctor, are you familiar with Murphy's Law?
CO_Trelan says:
CEO: Then I would assume that phase one is a success.
M_CO_Leger says:
# COM:Pharaoh:CO: I want some of those shields...
CTO-Exeter says:
XO:Depends if I can still fire weapons with this new  shield, we haven't test that
FCO_Khrex says:
CEO: Isn't that the one with the barber and the priest?
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
CEO:  Very familiar... I thumb my nose at it.
CEO_Irvin says:
CO: Would be a safe assumption I suppose....
M_CO_Leger says:
# COM:Iroquois:CO: I am impressed.
CO_Trelan says:
:: laughs :: COM: Montreal: CO: Don't be too quick, Captain. We still have one more test to perform.
XO_Chalen says:
CTO:  That's not our job.  Not today.   Today we just make those ships look like fools.
CEO_Irvin says:
Dr: Brave man Doctor...  I'll have your lifeboat powered up and ready.... 
I-CO_Capt_Richard says:
@COM: Montreal: CO: As do I.. my ship could use some new toys.
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
CEO:  You do that Cmdr, but I won't be needing it.
CTO-Exeter says:
XO:Be bigger fouls If I had a crack at them,sir
CEO_Irvin says:
::shakes head and thinks to self::  Self: Self-Centered, Sanctimonious, Pig Eyed, ::and other explicatives::
SO_Raja says:
::continues to hum as he monitors the new shield systems::
CO_Trelan says:
FCO: Set course to begin phase two testing.
FCO_Khrex says:
XO/CTO: I bet we'd beat them with a water cannon... and with one hand tied behind our back.
FCO_Khrex says:
CO: Aye, Captain.
XO_Chalen says:
CO:  NOW comes the hard part.
FCO_Khrex says:
CO: Setting course for the O-type star.
CSO_McGrady says:
SO:  Don't try this in a shuttlecraft.
M_CO_Leger says:
# COM:Iroquois:CO: Let's follow them as close as we can.... just in case
CTO-Exeter says:
FCO: With A water Cannon, we would be here for a few years till we would win :;grins::
FCO_Khrex says:
ALL: I hope someone brought the marshmellows... I brought the roasting sticks.
CO_Trelan says:
:: nods to his XO :: XO: Imagine what kind of research we could accomplish if this works. :: Science Officer kicks in ::
I-CO_Capt_Richard says:
@COM: Montreal: CO: Sure. ::motions for his FCO to do so::
CEO_Irvin says:
::brings aux power to active standby and fires up the secondary EPS grid actuation sequence::  CO: Standing by on secondary systems Captain.  JUST in case... 
SO_Raja says:
CSO: I don't think I will. Caitains hate to get hur-r-t
CO_Trelan says:
CEO: Wise precaution, Commander. Thank you.
CSO_McGrady says:
::looks at the SO's scratches and bruises::  SO:  Oh?
FCO_Khrex says:
::changes course of the ship and drops out of warp when it reaches the edge of the system::
FCO_Khrex says:
::continues at full impulse towards the star::

ACTION: The Kotaki star begins to fill up the viewscreen

SO_Raja says:
::puts ears back:: CSO: Not on pur-r-rpose any way
CEO_Irvin says:
::former power drains begin to smooth out as the ship drops from warp::
XO_Chalen says:
SELF:  THIS........ is gonna be tricky.
CO_Trelan says:
CEO: Shield status before we enter?

CTO-Exeter says:
Doctor: how long would it take till you got a probe equipped with this new shield system??
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
::Double checks the engineering console.::
CEO_Irvin says:
::takes a quick, but detailed reading:: CO: Looks Good Captain...   previous power drains have cleared the board.  All systems read normal...
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
CTO:  That is in the works.  We figure it will take another couple years to get a power source that small.
SO_Raja says:
::quickly changing subject:: CSO: Can't believe that we ar-r-re r-r-really going into a sun
FCO_Khrex says:
CO: We will reach the star's corona in 2 minutes.
CSO_McGrady says:
SO: Nor can I.
CO_Trelan says:
CEO: Keep an eye on it. FCO: I want to get out quick if the need arises. Have an escape vector programmed.
FCO_Khrex says:
CO: Aye sir.
CTO-Exeter says:
::nods at the doctor:: Dr: Would be easier just to fire a torpedo in then going in ourselves.
FCO_Khrex says:
::keeps an eye out for any active regions on the star::

ACTION: The Pharaoh reaches the edge of the star's corona

Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
CTO:  It would, but how would we know how the shields would hold up if we don't go in.
CEO_Irvin says:
::looks over Captain::  CO: There is one thing...   I am NOT sure if we will be able to form a warp field this close to these stars due to the magnetic and gravitational fluctuations in the vecinity...
CSO_McGrady says:
XO: Do we plan to enter the chromosphere?
SO_Raja says:
CSO: Almost feels like entr-r-ring the place wher-r-re the Cr-r-reator-r-r lives
CO_Trelan says:
:: hears the conversation between the Doctor and CTO ::

CTO-Exeter says:
Doctor: Send in a probe :;grins
FCO_Khrex says:
::monitors the stellar activity::
CSO_McGrady says:
SO: Lets hope we don't have to meet him.
SO_Raja says:
CSO: Want me to monitor-r-r the Suns activity also?
CO_Trelan says:
CEO: I understand. We will have to use impulse engines only. Could be a bumpy ride out.
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
CTO:  One probe ready and willing...  ::finishes the program.::  Capt, permission to fire the prob?
CSO_McGrady says:
SO: Absolutely.
CO_Trelan says:
Doctor: Permission granted.
CTO-Exeter says:
Dr: Without the new shield system it wouldn't be useful
CEO_Irvin says:
::turns back to engineering screen and monitors systems::CO: Could be?  
SO_Raja says:
::taps a few keys and brings up the sensor reading from the sun and monitors it also::
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
::Fingers fly over the console::  CO:  Probe away.
CSO_McGrady says:
SO: Though with this unimaginable heat, the slightest failure of the shields, and poooof....
CO_Trelan says:
:: moves back to the command seat ::
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
CTO:  I know, but you can compare with the readouts from the shields on board and compare with the prob.
CTO-Exeter says:
CO:And a nice probe it was, god rest it's outer hull casing ,sir :;smiles::
CO_Trelan says:
:: checks the computer console ::
SO_Raja says:
::Looks at the CSO, then comprehension sets in:: CSO: Poof...as in no more ship

ACTION: The probe is destroyed approx 5 secs after entering the sun

CSO_McGrady says:
SO: Poof as in we just became part of the star.
FCO_Khrex says:
ALL: I think we need a better probe.
XO_Chalen says:
FCO:  Good call.
CTO-Exeter says:
FCO:We have a few left, I think :;smiles::
SO_Raja says:
CSO: Then we would become par-r-rt of something that gives life to other-r-rs
CSO_McGrady says:
SO: There is a certain romance to it, isn't there...
CO_Trelan says:
FCO: Take us in.
Dr_Enaid_Yerac says:
All:  All now, with my shields, that will not happen to us.
CTO-Exeter says:
SO:I rather suspect we will be toast and quite not alive
FCO_Khrex says:
CO: Aye, sir.
CEO_Irvin says:
Self: You hope....
FCO_Khrex says:
::flies the ship into the corona::
SO_Raja says:
CSO: We have a saying. r-r-roughly tr-r-ranslated is "the cir-r-rcle of life"
CSO_McGrady says:
XO:  Since we're already testing fate, want me to find a solar flare to fly through?

ACTION: The shields strength remains steady

CO_Trelan says:
CEO: Status?
SO_Raja says:
CSO: For-r-r ever-r-ry bad, ther-r-re is a good
CEO_Irvin says:
::keeps eyes fixed on power levels, shield and hull temperature and gravitational effects::  CO: Holding steady....  No change...
XO_Chalen says:
CSO:  Let's not temp THAT much fate today.......
FCO_Khrex says:
CSO: We can't fly through a solar flare. But we can fly through a loop of a stellar prominence...

ACTION: The Pharaoh arrives near the center of the star.... still the shields remain at full strength

CO_Trelan says:
CSO: I want to try sensors. How are they working?
CSO_McGrady says:
SO: We have a similar philosophy on Earth, its called Taoism.

ACTION: Sensors detect an accretion disk forming.... growing at an exponential rate

CSO_McGrady says:
CO: They are functioning underneath the shields, though there is...wait,.....
SO_Raja says:
::hears his panel beeping::
SO_Raja says:
CSO: THer-r-re is something on my sensor-r-rs
CSO_McGrady says:
CO:  I'm picking up an accretion disk forming.
CTO-Exeter says:
CSO: You get something from the sensors
XO_Chalen says:
CSO:  This could be rough......
CO_Trelan says:
:: turns toward Sciences ::
CSO_McGrady says:
CO:  We need to get out of ehre, sir.

ACTION: The accretion disk is headed towards the Pharaoh

SO_Raja says:
CSO: This is unexpected. I r-r-recomend that we leave
CO_Trelan says:
FCO: Get us outta here. Fast.
CEO_Irvin says:
CO: Confirmed Sir.... I recommend that we leave.... like now.... 
XO_Chalen says:
FCO:  EVASIVE!!!!!  Get us out of here!
CSO_McGrady says:
CO:  We may be looking at a black hole phenomenon...I don't care how strong these shields are.
XO_Chalen says:
CEO:  All available power to engines!

ACTION: The Pharaoh passes through the accretion disk

CO_Trelan says:
:: nods to the CSO :: CSO: Agreed.
CEO_Irvin says:
::checks the status of the warp drive::
FCO_Khrex says:
XO: I'm trying... however, the gravitational pull of the accretion disk is increasing.
CTO-Exeter says:
ALL:Nuts
SO_Raja says:
Self: Found something good, now comes the bad

ACTION: The Pharaoh passes through the accretion disk