Host ScottB says:
Last time, on ACTD: Paula Greene...
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The convoy fleet, along with the Death Valley, continued their rescue operations as the Paula Greene crew mulled yet more untested ideas to save the semi-stable Jantami star.
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With roughly 40 hours to go, Paula Greene is moving into position to attempt an extremely risky last-ditch effort, devised by the CSO, to buy more time... involving the whole ship's complement of 250 photon torpedoes.
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Should the plan succeed, it would buy the rescue efforts quite a bit more time... Should it fail, it would cut the available time left until nova by quite a bit of time.
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And now, the continuation... "Star Light, Star Bright...": Part 6
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=/\=/\=/\=/\=/\= CONTINUE MISSION =/\=/\=/\=/\=/\=
CTO_Ryan says:
::Standing at the tactical station monitoring the torpedo reconfiguration progress and running a diagnostic on the launching systems::
EO_Elliott says:
::still monitoring the power flow::
XO_Amendoeira says:
::sitting in the Command chair::
SO_Neru says:
::takes a deep breath and enters the TL:: TL: Bridge.
CMO_Cameron says:
@::continuing with his work on the planet surface::
CSO_Tsalea says:
::Running the test through a few more simulations while seeking for the ideal spot to send the torpedoes to.::
CNS_Lorehani says:
@::monitors the inoculation process.  Satisfied the locals have a hang on it.  She goes over to The CMO:: CMO: Doctor Cameron ?
CMO_Cameron says:
@CNS: Yes, sir?
Host CO_Madred says:
SO: Hold the turbolift! ::hurries down the corridor::
CTO_Ryan says:
::Taps the console adjusting making modifications to the torpedo launchers to allow them to load and fire more efficiently::
CEO_Hull says:
::Engineering staff monitoring the Evacuation shelters in the Cargo Bays, and the other half are making adjustments to the ships 250 photons::
SO_Neru says:
TL: Hold lift. ::watches as the CO approaches::
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ACTION: Droves of people continue to pummel the CMO and his team, huddling and starting various small skirmishes to get to the medicine quicker
CNS_Lorehani says:
@ CMO:  Drop the Sir...  I'm Lorey.   Anything else we need to do?
Host CO_Madred says:
::catches up and squeezes into the turbolift next to the SO:: SO: Thank you... TL: Deck one...
SO_Neru says:
CO: My pleasure sir.
CMO_Cameron says:
@ ::is starting to get jostled::  *CTO* Commander, any chance we can have a security team down here, quickly!
Host CO_Madred says:
::points at him:: SO: You're new here, aren't you?
CTO_Ryan says:
*CMO* Acknowledged.  Stand by.
MO_tr`Raedheol says:
@ :: frowns as the smell from the planet's surface bothers him ::
SO_Neru says:
::nods:: CO: Aye, sir. Just transferred in. Lt. JG Neru.
CNS_Lorehani says:
@::Holds someone forcibly from the CMO.::
CMO_Cameron says:
@People: Stay back!  There is plenty of medicine for everyone!
CTO_Ryan says:
*CMO* I'm afraid we are unable to accommodate you, Doctor.  We are out of transporter range.
Host CO_Madred says:
::nods:: SO: Ah yes ... you just transferred in from the USS Leyte Gulf. I know Captain Aba-zorn. He's a good man ... spoke very highly of you.
CMO_Cameron says:
@ *CTO* What?  ::horrified::
CNS_Lorehani says:
@CMO:  Just a sec, I have a solution.  ::Mutters::  Maybe.   ::pulls out her phaser and fires it into the air.::
XO_Amendoeira says:
::turns back:: CTO : How are the modifications going? Will we be ready?
MO_tr`Raedheol says:
@ :: steps forward next to the CMO ::
XO_Amendoeira says:
*CSO, CEO*: Gentlemen... Talk to me.
SO_Neru says:
::gives a slight grin:: CO: Thank you sir. I waited a long time for this assignment.
MO_tr`Raedheol says:
@ :: nods in the CNS' direction :: CNS: A satisfactory solution
CTO_Ryan says:
*CMO* Upon beaming your team down to the planet we broke orbit and proceeded to the Jantami star.  Cmdr. Tsalea comes up with a plan that may give us more time.
Host CO_Madred says:
::rides in the turbolift:: SO: Yes, only the best get to be on the Paula Greene. ::pauses:: Well, I'm sure you’ll be an asset to Commander Tsalea, the Chief Science Officer.
CSO_Tsalea says:
::Goes through the data coming in, relaying it to the science staff on duty.::
CNS_Lorehani says:
@::Frowns::  MO:  One I hope that works.
CTO_Ryan says:
XO: Yes, Sir.  We will be ready.  Modifications are proceeding on schedule
CMO_Cameron says:
@ *CTO* Acknowledged.  Wish us luck.
CMO_Cameron says:
@CNS: Thank you, Counselor.
CTO_Ryan says:
*CMO* Good luck, Doctor, Ryan, out.
SO_Neru says:
CO: I can only aim for that, sir. ::wonders when the TL will arrive at the bridge.::
Host ScottB says:
<Crowd> @ ::terrified by the phased heat beam... all stumble backwards onto each other::
EO_Elliott says:
::shakes head:: *CEO* Elliott to Hull. Sir, there's nothing I can do down here that the others can't do without me, permission to return to Engineering and assist?
MO_tr`Raedheol says:
@ :: shrugs :: CNS: You could always point it AT them if it does not.
Host CO_Madred says:
::steps out as the lift arrives at the bridge and heads for the command deck:: XO: Report, Commander...
CTO_Ryan says:
::Watches as the Captain exits the turbolift and continues with her modifications remaining quiet::
SO_Neru says:
::exits behind the CO, gives the bridge a quick look and walks over to SCI I.::
CNS_Lorehani says:
@::Winces as everyone falls back.:: CMO:  I'm sorry there Doc, it seems I may have created a bit more work.
XO_Amendoeira says:
::gets up, and turns to the CO:: CO : Sir.. We're heading for the Jantami Star... Commander Tsalea has come up with a new plan.
CSO_Tsalea says:
::Glances at her husband and the stranger stepping off the TL.::
CMO_Cameron says:
@CNS: No problem.  I'll leave the phaser-induced injuries to you, shall I?  ::half grinning, returns to his work::
XO_Amendoeira says:
CO: Since she told me that the plan would not worsen our situation, I thought we should try it.
MO_tr`Raedheol says:
@ :: gets some more medicine :: Patient: I shall continue... or she shall continue :: points to the CNS and injects the next patient ::
CSO_Tsalea says:
::Her eyes settle on the stranger approaching science::
EO_Elliott says:
::stoops down, and starts crawling back through the tube towards Engineering::
CMO_Cameron says:
@MO: How are you doing, Ensign?
SO_Neru says:
::stops next to Tsalea:: CSO: Lt. JG Neru, reporting for duty... ::hesitates a moment:: sir.
CEO_Hull says:
*CSO*:  How much more time do we have to make these adjustments?
CNS_Lorehani says:
@::Sticks her tongue out at him.  Moves over to treat the injuries the she seemed to inflict.  Some seem to be scared of her.::
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ACTION: From the opposite side of the system, two Nebula class vessels arrive at high speed on the scene
Host CO_Madred says:
::takes his seat in the center and sighs, reaching up and rubbing the bridge of his nose:: XO: And tell me, Commander ... what's the chances that this test totally fails and we end up completely burning off the atmosphere of Jantami II?
CSO_Tsalea says:
SO:  Welcome Lt.  What area is your expertise?
MO_tr`Raedheol says:
@ :: barely looks up from patient #2 :: CMO: They are more cooperative Doctor... thanks to the CNS
XO_Amendoeira says:
::leans in to whisper:: CO : According to your wife,  zero...
CTO_Ryan says:
::Sees two vessels enter the system::  CO: Sir, two Nebula class vessels have just entered the system.
CMO_Cameron says:
@MO: Pleased to hear it.  Let's hope it's all that was needed.
EO_Elliott says:
::makes it to the ladder, and starts climbing::
Host CO_Madred says:
::nods and shrugs:: XO: Let's hope her mathematics are as unflawed as her logic ...
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& COM: Paula Greene: Paula Greene, this is the USS Ranger and USS Monticello. We were scrambled out of SB 70 when the Death Valley was called up. We have been fitted with pods for extra quarters. How may we assist in evacuations?
Host CO_Madred says:
::leans back in his chair:: CTO: Mister Ryan, your status?
XO_Amendoeira says:
::chuckles:: CO : You doubt your own wife?
Host CO_Madred says:
::turns in his chair:: CTO: Identify them?
CTO_Ryan says:
CO: Sir, we are receiving a hail from the USS Ranger and USS Monticello.
MO_tr`Raedheol says:
@ :: continues to scan the patients and inject them rather methodically ::
Host CO_Madred says:
CTO: On speakers...
SO_Neru says:
CSO: Astrometrics, atmospheric mechanics... and ::sheepish grin:: self defense.
CTO_Ryan says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  Audio activated.
CSO_Tsalea says:
::nods::  SO:  Are you familiar with the current situation?
CNS_Lorehani says:
@::begins cleaning scraps and bruises.::
SO_Neru says:
CSO: I read up on the situation on the way over, but I'm not quite clear on the specifics.
Host CO_Madred says:
::presses a button on his armrest and opens a response channel:: COM: Ranger/Monticello: Welcome to the Jantami system, gentlemen. I'm afraid I don't have time for pleasantries. Commander Amendoeira will transmit your orders immediately. Begin carrying out the evacuation of Jantami II. ::closes channel::
Host CO_Madred says:
XO: Of course I do ... it's the cost of the fourth pip, as you are well aware. ::stands and heads for the tactical station::
XO_Amendoeira says:
::smiles, and start working on his armrest..::
CTO_Ryan says:
::Thinks: Well, that was short and sweet.  Raises an eyebrow::
CSO_Tsalea says:
SO:  The bottom line is to try and keep this star from gong Nova.  We have an idea, while it will not reverse the affects, will take it to the next stage which should stabilize it and give these people some years in which to work with.
CEO_Hull says:
*CSO*:  We have 113 photons ready, how much time do we have till we reach the point of launch?
SO_Neru says:
::nods:: CSO: I see. ::raises an eyebrow at the mention on torpedoes::
Host CO_Madred says:
::arrives off Ryan's left elbow:: CTO: I take it you are all set here? Do you expect any problems?
CMO_Cameron says:
@CNS: Easing up now, is it, Counselor?
CSO_Tsalea says:
FCO:  Time to launch site?
CTO_Ryan says:
::Turns her head to see the Captain at the tactical station:: CO: Sir, torpedo launchers are ready.  No problems are expected.
Host CO_Madred says:
::glances at her:: CTO: And targeting systems?
XO_Amendoeira says:
::sends out the orders to the incoming ships, and alerts the Joran'T'Kam locals to start taking more people to the gathering areas::
CSO_Tsalea says:
::Listening to the reply, relays it::  *CEO*:  Two minutes.
EO_Elliott says:
::strides into engineering:: CEO: Orders sir?
CTO_Ryan says:
CO: I ran a full diagnostic on all offensive and defensive systems.  All are functioning at 100%, Sir.  Tactical is ready.
CSO_Tsalea says:
SO:  We will be using as many of our torpedoes as possible to create the greatest amount of energy reaction.
CNS_Lorehani says:
@::not looking up.:: CMO:  Not really Doc.  These people are terrified.  We can give them all the shots we want but will not cure that.  I had one gentleman wonder what was the purpose of us coming her to inoculate them when they are just going to die anyway.
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ACTION: The Ranger & Monticello move into orbit to begin evac, having also communicated with the Death Valley
Host CO_Madred says:
::nods:: CTO: I would never expect otherwise, Mister Ryan. ::begins walking towards the science station::
XO_Amendoeira says:
COM CMO: Doctor... Two Nebula Class starships are heading your way... I've told them where you are...
SO_Neru says:
CSO: Ok, I get that concept. What do you want me to do? ::moves over to SCI II::
CMO_Cameron says:
@::sighs:: CNS: One of the reasons I'm glad you're down here.  Not my department, I'm afraid.  I heal the sick.
CTO_Ryan says:
::Nods to the Captain:: CO: Aye, Sir.
CEO_Hull says:
EO:  Great to see you Mr. Elliott, get with me on these adjustments to these torps ::points at the last 137::  we have two minutes before they start firing them, if we work it right, we will be finished by the time it is their turn in the launcher
CSO_Tsalea says:
SO:  As your area is astrophysics, your input would be welcome.
EO_Elliott says:
::nods, and moves over to the first one:: CEO: What's the yield adjustment?
CMO_Cameron says:
@*XO* Aye, sir.  Might I suggest that those who have been inoculated are brought up first?  It will help us sort out those who still need the treatment.
CNS_Lorehani says:
@::Takes out a dermal regenerator and runs it over an arm of a woman who has hairline fracture in her arm.::  CMO:  I don't know how effective I'll be.  I'm one against a mob.  Remember I'm the one who scared them just now.
CSO_Tsalea says:
CO/XO:  We will soon be at our launch spot.  The sun is holding at 190 million Kelvin.  The current delay rate stands.  We have 38 hours, 42 minutes.
SO_Neru says:
::thinks a moment:: CSO: What stage is the star at the moment?
CEO_Hull says:
EO:  Maximum yield, but I believe it will be computer controlled
CMO_Cameron says:
@MO: ::whispers::  And means that they won't be so hard to treat once they're up there.
Host CO_Madred says:
::interrupts his XO:: COM: CMO: Doctor Cameron, this is Captain Madred. We're getting ready to launch our torpedoes. We should know fairly quickly whether or not this has worked. I'll signal again immediately before we make our attempt, but in the event you don't hear from us following the launch, I want you and your team to immediately beam up.
CMO_Cameron says:
@CNS: I guess a little reverse psychology never hurt anyone.
CTO_Ryan says:
CSO: Are we going to set the timing on torpedo detonation to manual?
MO_tr`Raedheol says:
@ : :nods :: CMO: Agreed
Host CO_Madred says:
::interrupts his XO:: COM: CMO: I've advised Captain Vorel of the Monticello that your crew is to be beamed as a priority. Is that understood, Doctor?
EO_Elliott says:
::nods, and removes the cover, wondering exactly how much of an effect they're going to have::
CMO_Cameron says:
*CO*: Acknowledged.
XO_Amendoeira says:
::allows the CO to continue::
CSO_Tsalea says:
CTO:  Yes.  We need them to go off as close to simultaneous as possible.
CTO_Ryan says:
CSO: Acknowledged.  ::Configures her console to manual detonation mode::
Host CO_Madred says:
::nods to Amendoeira to go ahead as he arrives at the science console:: CSO: Talk to me...
XO_Amendoeira says:
CO: I'm still wondering if I should have allowed him down there...
CEO_Hull says:
EO:  It will be the largest explosion that I have ever been witnessed to.  I mean man-made.  All 250 will be programmed to impact at the same moment, so some torps will have a longer flight than others.  
SO_Neru says:
:: Self: That far? Sheesh! Talk about falling off a cliff and learning to fly:: CSO: Off the top of my head, your method is the closest we'll get to halting the progress of the expansion.
MO_tr`Raedheol says:
@ :: frowns and wonders how many people they can evacuate in time ::
CTO_Ryan says:
CO: Sir, the torpedo detonation will be set to manual.
Host CO_Madred says:
::glances at Tealk:: XO: He's doing what he's trained to do, what he had to do ... it was the right call.
XO_Amendoeira says:
::continues:: COMM CMO : Doctor, since we're way past the lottery limit, proceed as you think best..
CSO_Tsalea says:
CO:  It will be close and this has never been tried before.
Host CO_Madred says:
CTO: Understood Mister Ryan. CSO: you'll have control of that detonation, Commander.
CMO_Cameron says:
@*XO* Aye, sir.
XO_Amendoeira says:
COMM CMO: Just talk to the Nebulas...  I'm leaving you in charge of the Evacuation operation as well.
EO_Elliott says:
::working away feverishly::
SO_Neru says:
::starts tapping commands into his console, pulling up data::
Host CO_Madred says:
XO: Time to position, Commander?
CEO_Hull says:
::Opening the maintenance doors to torp # 149, makes the adjustments with a sonic spanner, then closes the door and moves on to the other photon::
CMO_Cameron says:
@CNS/MO: Right, listen up!  I want you to gather all the inoculated and set them over by that shrub!
XO_Amendoeira says:
::turns to the FCO, and gets the reply::
CSO_Tsalea says:
::Nods at Jafo, then looks over towards her new assistant.::  SO:  Monitor everything that is going to happen.  It will be the first, and hopefully last time this method needs to be tried.
CTO_Ryan says:
CSO: Manual detonation mode has been programmed into the detonation system.  You have the control at Science One.
CSO_Tsalea says:
*CEO*:  Inform me when you have everything set.
SO_Neru says:
CSO: Aye, sir. Either we have years of data to study... ::doesn't finish the sentence::
CSO_Tsalea says:
FCO:  Bring the ship to a stop and hold.  Be prepared to warp back to the planet as soon as we have launched.
EO_Elliott says:
::thinks that the ship has waaaaaaaaay too many torpedoes, as he practically gets cramp from the sonic spanner::
MO_tr`Raedheol says:
@ :: begins to heard the people like "fvai" and whishes he had a stun prod ::
Host CO_Madred says:
::begins walking back towards the center chair:: All: We're only going to get one shot at this. It will either work and we'll save an entire system.... Or we'll completely destroy all life in this system. ::takes his seat heavily:: All: Either way, let's make sure that history never forgets the name ... Paula Greene.
CSO_Tsalea says:
SO:  correct... hopefully positive data.
CEO_Hull says:
*CSO*:  Take note, we will still be making adjustments while the other torps are firing
Host CO_Madred says:
::checks their position relative to target:: XO: Let's go to red alert, Commander.
CNS_Lorehani says:
@::Antenna twitching::  MO:  <w>  Is he always this hyper ?  ::studies the CMO as she asks the question.::
XO_Amendoeira says:
::nods::
CMO_Cameron says:
@::still desperately trying to make sure that as many people are treated as possible::
CSO_Tsalea says:
*CEO*:  Understood.
SO_Neru says:
CSO: From your mouth to the ears of the Prophets. ::adjusts his earring::
XO_Amendoeira says:
::turns back to the CTO : You heard the Captain...
MO_tr`Raedheol says:
@ :: frowns :: CNS: I am getting to know him as well... I am new here as well.
Host ScottB says:
ACTION: A loose ceiling bolt falls and hits the CO on the head... Prophetic irony for quoting others' lines
CSO_Tsalea says:
CO:  We are ready at your command.
CTO_Ryan says:
XO: Aye, Sir, red alert.  ::Taps the console bringing the ship to red alert::
CEO_Hull says:
::Moves onto torp # 167::
CTO_Ryan says:
::Turns to see the bolt his the Captain on the head:: CO: Sir!  Are you all right?
CSO_Tsalea says:
::Stands quickly::  CO:  Are you alright?
Host CO_Madred says:
::opens a shipwide channel:: *Shipwide*: Crew, this is the Captain ... we're getting ready to make our attempt our. All hands, all stations ... standby.
CNS_Lorehani says:
@::Nods... ::  MO:  I'll be right back.  ::Walks over to Cameron.::  CMO:  How are you doing Doc ?
EO_Elliott says:
::working backwards from torp #236::
SO_Neru says:
::glances up to see the bolt fall on the floor, but keeps his attention on his work::
CSO_Tsalea says:
::sits down as he appears to be fine, shaking her head::  Hard head my husband...  ::Turns back to her monitor.::
CMO_Cameron says:
@::inoculating furiously::  CNS: I'm doing okay.  I'll be better when every one of these people is safe.
Host CO_Madred says:
CSO: Commander.... at your discretion please.
CTO_Ryan says:
CO: All torpedo launchers loaded and ready, Sir.
CEO_Hull says:
::makes adjustment to torp # 176::
MO_tr`Raedheol says:
@ :: is tempted to scream and yell but somehow manages to keep his composure ::
CSO_Tsalea says:
::Nods, standing.  Glances over at the CTO::  CTO:  Commander?
Host CO_Madred says:
::opens a channel to the ships CMO:: COM: CMO: Doctor Cameron, you and your staff ... standby.
CNS_Lorehani says:
@CMO:  And we are doing everything we can.  Do you understand Doc?  You realize we may not be able to save them all.
CMO_Cameron says:
@ COM: CO: Acknowledged.
Host CO_Madred says:
::sits back and waits as there is nothing left to do::
CEO_Hull says:
::a bead of sweat now forms on the Lt's forehead, totally concentrating in the work at hand::
CTO_Ryan says:
CSO: Pardon, Sir?
CMO_Cameron says:
@::turns on Lorehani:: CNS: A thought which has been in my head since we started this mission, sir.
SO_Neru says:
::his world shrinks to the console in front of him::
MO_tr`Raedheol says:
@ :: continues to heard the people around the bushes ::
CSO_Tsalea says:
CTO/*CEO*:  Launch all we have.
CMO_Cameron says:
@CNS/MO: Prepare for emergency beam-out should we not hear from the Paula Greene in approximately 3 minutes.
CTO_Ryan says:
CSO: Tactical is ready.
CNS_Lorehani says:
@::Nods.:: CMO:  Good, Remember its Lorey.  I don't want you to have a coronary on me.
MO_tr`Raedheol says:
@ :: shakes head and still thinks the idea is insane ::
CTO_Ryan says:
CSO: Aye, Sir, firing full volleys now.  ::Hits the fire button::
CMO_Cameron says:
@CMO: I won’t ::smiles briefly, then returns to his work::
CTO_Ryan says:
::Watches as the torpedo launchers are reloaded and fires another volley::
SO_Neru says:
::eyes glued to his console, smiling slightly as sensor readings come pouring in::
Host ScottB says:
ACTION: The first volley of 10 torps fire, another volley following them every few seconds
CSO_Tsalea says:
::Looks down at her sensors::  CTO:  As they enter the corona, just before melting, detonate them... you will have to do it in sequences as they will not all be out at once.
Host CO_Madred says:
::watches his arm rest console for the progress of the various launches::
CTO_Ryan says:
::Continues firing torpedo volleys::
XO_Amendoeira says:
::closes his eyes, and sends his thoughts to his wife... Just in case::
CTO_Ryan says:
CSO: Aye, Sir, but I thought you were going to detonate them.
CEO_Hull says:
::The two torpedo launchers fire volleys of 10 at a time::
EO_Elliott says:
::has a really tired arm from all the modifications, and moves onto another one::
CEO_Hull says:
EO:  Mr. Elliott, we need to hurry
CSO_Tsalea says:
<Aurora> ::Very faintly:: ~~~~XO:  All is well... soon...~~~~ ::Fades out::
EO_Elliott says:
CEO: Understood, sir.
CSO_Tsalea says:
::Walks over to the CTO's station::  CTO:  Very well.
CSO_Tsalea says:
::Looks down at the sensors, her fingering hovering over the detonation.::
CMO_Cameron says:
@::pauses slightly while he anticipates a bright flash in the sky, vaguely reminiscent of the Paula Greene::
SO_Neru says:
::glances up as Tsalea walks over to TAC I, but quickly focuses on his console again::
CTO_Ryan says:
::Continues to fire torpedo volleys as they are loaded into the launchers::
CSO_Tsalea says:
::As the first one touches the corona, she hits the button for the first volley::
EO_Elliott says:
::::drops the sonic spanner from his tired fingers, and curses as he picks it up in his other hand::
Host ScottB says:
ACTION: The first volley detonates a half second late
Host CO_Madred says:
::watches a stress meter, halfway expecting one of the launchers to fail::
EO_Elliott says:
CEO: Sir, a suggestion, if I may?
CEO_Hull says:
::modifies torp # 201::
SO_Neru says:
::mutters under his breath:: Self: Uncle, I hope you're watching.
CEO_Hull says:
EO:  Yes? ::continues making modifications::
CSO_Tsalea says:
::Detonates the next group::
CNS_Lorehani says:
@::looks up at the sky wondering how it is going.::
EO_Elliott says:
CEO: Modifying the torpedoes won't be enough. ::moves onto the next one:: CEO: Nothing short of a warp core breach would make any difference whatsoever.
SO_Neru says:
::winces as the detonation happens later than anticipated::
CTO_Ryan says:
::Reloads and fires more torpedoes::
Host CO_Madred says:
::has every confidence in his ship and crew ... err ... in his ship at least::
Host ScottB says:
ACTION: The resultant series of explosions greatly overpowers the visual sensors and also produces a thermal shockwave
CEO_Hull says:
EO:  Probably so, but this is the plan in motion, ::moves on to the next::
MO_tr`Raedheol says:
@ :: looks to the sun and shields his eyes and wonders ::
CSO_Tsalea says:
::Detonates each volley as they reach their destination, her inner eyelids blocking out the resultant light::
Host CO_Madred says:
::keys a command on his console, filtering light through the viewscreen by one hundred percent::
XO_Amendoeira says:
::closes his eyes::
CTO_Ryan says:
::Keeps her head down, looking at the console, shielding her eyes from the light.  Keeps firing torpedoes::
SO_Neru says:
CSO/CO: Sir, thermal shockwave approaching. ::looks up to see the viewscreen going dark:: and the visual sensors are non functioning.
XO_Amendoeira says:
::re-opens them promptly::
CSO_Tsalea says:
::Nods::
Host ScottB says:
ACTION: Even through the shields and thick hull, the thermal shockwave can be felt as the Bridge's temperature rises a good 10 or so degrees
CSO_Tsalea says:
FCO:  Hold the ship steady.
CTO_Ryan says:
::Leans forward into the tactical console to brace herself against the approaching shockwave::
EO_Elliott says:
:finishes the torpedo modifications, very exhausted:: CEO: Done........
XO_Amendoeira says:
FCO: Turn us into the wave...
Host CO_Madred says:
::unbuttons his collar as he begins to sweat:: XO: Oh, this is a good sign...
CEO_Hull says:
::Makes the last adjustment on Torp 225, and watches as the last of the torpedoes are loaded into the launching chamber and the doors close::
SO_Neru says:
::feels the heat building up, and wishes for a hand fan::
CTO_Ryan says:
::Continues to fire torpedo volleys as she wipes the perspiration from her brow::
SO_Neru says:
CSO: Ambient temperature increasing.
CSO_Tsalea says:
*CEO*:  How many launches do we have to go?
CSO_Tsalea says:
SO:  To what temperature?
CEO_Hull says:
*CSO/XO*:  Last of the torps are loaded, we're done :: leans back against the bulkhead and nods to his Engineering Officer acknowledging his good work::
CMO_Cameron says:
@::sees a little flash of light::  CNS: Think that's the sun or the ship?
XO_Amendoeira says:
::turns to Jafo:: CO : Jafo... Just in case... ::leans in:: "One for all...."
CSO_Tsalea says:
*CEO*:  Acknowledged...
CTO_Ryan says:
All: Can someone adjust the environmental controls? ::Fires another volley::
SO_Neru says:
CSO: 10 degrees above standard... for now.
CSO_Tsalea says:
::As the last volley arrives, she detonates it.::
EO_Elliott says:
CEO: Is it my imagination, or is did it just get a lot hotter in here. ::dripping sweat::
CSO_Tsalea says:
SO:  Keep track, we need it to rise as high as possible if it is to ignite the helium to its next phase.
CTO_Ryan says:
CSO: That's it, Sir.  We are out of torpedoes.
MO_tr`Raedheol says:
@ :: squints and thinks he sees something but concludes that his is imagining it... continues to inoculate the people ::
CSO_Tsalea says:
CO:  Captain, last torpedoes launched and detonated.
Host ScottB says:
ACTION: As the explosive shockwaves begin to take effect, metallurgical scans show an increase in vaporized carbon reaction, while the gravimetric shearing of the sun begins to shift with the sun's mass distribution pattern
SO_Neru says:
CTO: Compensating. ::taps a few commands into environmental controls:: CSO: Tracking surface temperature of the star.
CEO_Hull says:
EO:  ::grins::  No, we could probably turn off the environmental controls for heat, and we would be very comfortable ::looks back at the empty photon racks::  Take a look, I don’t think you will ever see that sight again
CTO_Ryan says:
::Cracks her knuckles as she stops tapping the console, wiping the sweat from her brow with her uniform sleeve::
Host CO_Madred says:
::nods:: CSO: Very well ... monitor the star and inform me of any changes. FCO: Take us to a safe distance... ::not sure what that would be::
CSO_Tsalea says:
::Returns to her station::
SO_Neru says:
CSO: Increase in vaporized carbon and gravimetric shearing is shifting with the sun's mass distribution pattern.
EO_Elliott says:
::looks at the empty racks:: CEO: I never thought I would. Normally a ship.... would never have to use that many torpedoes in one go. Never. :shakes his head:: Computer: Computer, decrease temperature by ten degrees.
XO_Amendoeira says:
::turns back to the Science consoles::
CEO_Hull says:
EO:  Grab a couple of duty engineers and put together a couple of photons from the spare parts we keep on hand, just in case we need them to protect the ship :: grins ::  
CSO_Tsalea says:
SO:  Is the planets output of energy, balancing with its gravity?
EO_Elliott says:
::nods:: CEO: Understood. ::pauses:: CEO: Sir..... Is there a plan B?
CEO_Hull says:
EO:  My plan B is to keep the warp core on-line
CNS_Lorehani says:
@::Stands up and stretches hands on the back of her hips, getting the kinks out of her back.  With a deep sigh she grabs the next kit and continues.::
Host ScottB says:
ACTION: Because of the torpedo volley's patterned detonation sequence, the sun's mass and gravity well signatures shift wildly based on the detonation location. For a few minutes, the sun becomes oblong
CMO_Cameron says:
@CNS: You think they did it?
EO_Elliott says:
::nods, and moves back into Engineering proper::
Host CO_Madred says:
::wonders if he has heat stroke as he watches the sun contort and change::
CTO_Ryan says:
::Hopes they don't have to go into battle as they are out of torpedoes::
SO_Neru says:
::looks at the data:: CSO: Mass and gravity signatures going crazy! The sun is changing shape...
CNS_Lorehani says:
@::Turns slightly::  CMO:  I don't know Doc.  I hope so.  I suspect if it was a complete failure we wouldn't be here.
XO_Amendoeira says:
::tilts his head a bit, while looking at the viewscreen:: CSO : Commander??::
CSO_Tsalea says:
SO:  Changing shape?
MO_tr`Raedheol says:
@ :: thinks the CNS is imagining things until he looks to the sun ::
CSO_Tsalea says:
::Looks over the data as that was not one of the possibilities the computer came up with.::
SO_Neru says:
CSO: It’s more an ovoid shape... because of the difference in fusing rates.
CEO_Hull says:
*CTO*:  I'm having my Engineers put together a few photons from the spare parts we have on hand, 2 or three at best, for your information, Hull out.
CTO_Ryan says:
::Picks up a PADD and taps the button making a note to order a full load of photon torpedoes from SF supply::
CTO_Ryan says:
*CEO* Thank you, Chief.  ::Grins::
CSO_Tsalea says:
SO:  Interesting.  It appears to be spreading as well.
EO_Elliott says:
::instructs some engineers to get the spare parts out of storage, wondering how many they can construct from spares::
Host ScottB says:
ACTION: ... But only for a few minutes, as the gravity levels out and the sun literally recoagulates upon itself
SO_Neru says:
CSO: Decades of data... ::exclaims at the sun's behavior:: By the Prophets!
Host CO_Madred says:
::watches the star return to its normal shape and is fairly sure his brain couldn't go through that again::
SO_Neru says:
CSO: The reaction is stabilizing.
CSO_Tsalea says:
::Relaxes her tense shoulders::  CO:  The sun is stabilizing.
XO_Amendoeira says:
CSO: Commander... Tell me our sensors recorded... That...
XO_Amendoeira says:
::points to the screen::
CSO_Tsalea says:
SO:  Have we enough data to project how long before it finishes its stage of becoming a red giant?
SO_Neru says:
::taps a few buttons:: CSO: Calculating that now.
CTO_Ryan says:
::Hopes the CSO's plan works as they have used up all of her precious torpedoes, frowns::
Host CO_Madred says:
::stands from his chair and takes a few tentative steps towards the viewscreen:: CSO: Report ... Commander...
CSO_Tsalea says:
CO:  We are currently calculating the time before the sun becomes a red giant.  Cut that time in half, and that is how long these people have to find a new home.
SO_Neru says:
::looks up as the CO speaks:: CSO: A few more moments.
CSO_Tsalea says:
::Turns to patiently wait, feeling Jafo's eyes on her.::
MO_tr`Raedheol says:
@ :: shakes his head and thinks what he saw the sun just do was quite impossible ::
SO_Neru says:
::blinks as he gets an answer from the computer:: CSO: According to calculations, 219 years, 4 months, 9 days and 14 hours.
CSO_Tsalea says:
SO:  Thank you.
CTO_Ryan says:
*CEO* Chief, I am sending maintenance down to clean behind the torpedo storage racks.
SO_Neru says:
::smiles at the commander and turns back to his console::
XO_Amendoeira says:
CSO, SO : DId i hear that right?
CSO_Tsalea says:
CO:  The Joran’T’Kam have 108 years to find themselves a new home.
Host CO_Madred says:
::smiles and nods:: CSO: I wouldn't be surprise is history recorded this one as the Tsalea Maneuver. CTO: Mister Ryan, stand down red alert ... secure all stations, all section, from battle stations. XO: Contact the Death Valley, the Monticello, and the Ranger. Apprise them of our status.
SO_Neru says:
::looks up again and nods to the XO:: XO: Aye, sir.
CSO_Tsalea says:
XO:  Yes.
CMO_Cameron says:
@CNS/MO: I don't think they did it.  Pack up - we're getting out of here.
CSO_Tsalea says:
::Looks at her husband with both eyebrows raised::  CO:  History need not go that far.
XO_Amendoeira says:
::nods:: CO : Aye sir...
CTO_Ryan says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  ::Sets the PADD on top of the console and stands down red alert.
SO_Neru says:
::smothers a giggle::
XO_Amendoeira says:
::turns back to OPS:: OPS : Open hailing frequencies to the other ships....
CTO_Ryan says:
*Ship Wide* All stations, secure from battle stations.
Host CO_Madred says:
::takes his seat again and keys open a channel to Doctor Cameron:: COM: CMO: Doctor, I regret to inform you that sometime within the next 108 years the Joran'T'Kam will have to find themselves a new planet to live on ... but not a moment sooner. We'll come pick you up in just a few minutes. Paula Greene, out.
MO_tr`Raedheol says:
@ :: looks to both of them :: CMO: Since we are still here... I would tend to agree Doctor.
CTO_Ryan says:
::Looks to the CSO:: CSO: Good job, Commander.
CNS_Lorehani says:
@CMO:  Doc, what make you so sure...?  ::begins packing anyway.::
CMO_Cameron says:
@::stares in disbelief::  Self: I don't believe it.....
CSO_Tsalea says:
SO:  Gather as much data as you can, then prepare to send the raw data to main science on Vulcan and Earth.
CNS_Lorehani says:
@CMO:  Optimism my friend....  You need some optimism...
CMO_Cameron says:
@CNS/MO: They did it.  Somehow, they did it.
CSO_Tsalea says:
CTO:  And to you commander.
SO_Neru says:
::looks up after composing himself:: CSO: Aye, sir. And this was a brilliant move.
Host CO_Madred says:
::leans on his arm rest and whispers to the XO:: XO: Commander, when we get a chance .... I'd like those two in the brig *quietly* turned over to Federation authorities for questioning. I still think they might have had something to do with this.
MO_tr`Raedheol says:
@ :: shakes head and is stunned ::
CTO_Ryan says:
CSO: Thank you, Sir, but all I did was fire the torpedoes.
Host ScottB says:
ACTION: As the dissipated thermal wave finally reaches Jantami II, the planet's ambient temperature around the Away Team rises a few balmy degrees. Just enough for that "feels good" feeling.
CSO_Tsalea says:
::hands behind back.::  CO/XO:  While we have stabilized the star, we have not guaranteed against further tampering with it.
CNS_Lorehani says:
@::Grins:: CMO/MO:  I think the temperature is back to normal.  ::basks in the glow.::
MO_tr`Raedheol says:
@ :: smiles as he feels a sense of awe come over him ::
SO_Neru says:
:;starts compiling the data for sending, adding a few notes for reference:: CSO: Data ready for transmitting.
CMO_Cameron says:
@::feels that "feels good" feeling::  CNS: You know, I think you might be right...::grins::
CSO_Tsalea says:
CTO:  It is often the simplest tasks that sets all things right.
Host CO_Madred says:
CSO: Agreed ... I'll contact Starfleet to establish a presence here in this system. We'll keep it safe as long as we can.
CSO_Tsalea says:
SO:  Thank you.
CSO_Tsalea says:
::nods at her husband, ready to call it a day.::
XO_Amendoeira says:
::communicates the new situation to the other ships, in turn::
CNS_Lorehani says:
@::Holds out her hand.:: MO:  I'm sorry I haven't introduced myself.  I'm Lt Lorehani.  Everyone calls me Lorey.
Host CO_Madred says:
FCO: Mister Emery, take us back to Jantami II, one-half impulse.
MO_tr`Raedheol says:
@ :: nods :: CNS: I am... Doctor....:: pauses :: Call me Terrh
CMO_Cameron says:
@COM: CO: Captain, we're ready to come home.
CNS_Lorehani says:
@::smiles::  MO:  Hello Terrh.
SO_Neru says:
::takes a few deep breaths, trying to get himself down from an adrenalin high:: Self: Goodness... I haven't felt like this since that last raid on the compound.
EO_Elliott says:
::looks around engineering, and wonders if it's always gonna be this hectic::
Host ScottB says:
ACTION: The Paula Greene turns a graceful 180 and heads back towards Jantami II, backlit by a slightly redder glow from the Jantami sun
Host ScottB says:
=/\=/\=/\=/\=/\= END MISSION =/\=/\=/\=/\=/\=

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