Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Resume USS Andromeda "Sanctum" part Seven 10609.24

Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Scene: The Starship Andromeda is docked at Arcadia Station in preparation for operations after receiving Marshal Orders
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
:: Returns to the bridge and takes seat at his console ::
 
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: In sickbay, accepting the orders of a new medical officer temporarily assigned to Andromeda.::
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
FCO: Depart from the station and execute our flight plan.
 
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
::Performs a final check on the ship's defensive systems::
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
<FCO> CO: Will do. ::Begins to undock::
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Nods and has him head for one of the stations set up to deal with the new crew... she had little concern about their medical status, it was just standard procedure.::
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
::reads a Padd and confirms that the stations got what was asked as supplies::
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
:: Message arrives on station giving instruction that requested supplies have been received :: self: Good.
Host ACTD_JohnSea says:
Action: Incoming transmission from Rear Admiral Law
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
::Accepts the transmission and puts it on screen::
 
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Accepts the transfer orders of an engineer and inputs it into the system before sending him to an open station.::
Host Rear_Adm_Law says:
All: Commodore,  We have received information from a Klingon Scoutship the IKS Ghost that the Federation Colony World name Hope has been attacked and occupied by Synod Forces
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
::approaches the Tactical console:: CTO: Commander, did you the supplies you asked for?
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
::looks at the Commodore:: CO: Heavy casualties, Sir?
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
::Lowers his voice so as not to disturb the Admiral:: XO: Yes. Everything is in order.
Host Rear_Adm_Law says:
Commodore: Colony Hope is located in what we believed was the edge of Federation Space and which we now believe borders Synod claimed space
 
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
COMM: Admiral: Were there heavy casualties? Do you know of the strenght of the Synod forces on the area?
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
::Sees that the CO was talking to the admiral and turns to face the CTO::
Host Rear_Adm_Law says:
Commodore: It is a peaceful colony in a system of 4 Class M planets supported by a Yellow Star.  It was a scientific Colony in conjunction with the Vulcan Science Academy designed to study a "white hole"
 
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
:: Listens to the CO and the admirals conversation with great interest, looks up information on colony ::
Host Rear_Adm_Law says:
Commodore: We believe the Synod attacked it because as a science colony it had orbiting telescopes designed to watch the white hole, however the Synod probably thought we were spying on them
Host Rear_Adm_Law says:
Commodore: The Colony is rich in dilithium and other natural resources
Host Rear_Adm_Law says:
Commodore: I will now take questions
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
COMM: Admiral: I understand. What are Federation's plans? Will we attempt to retake the colony?
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: The last person to check in hands her a padd.  Seeing that all the stations are busy, she takes her over to the spare table.::
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
CTO: Senek, feel free to ask our chief engineer to divert power to weapons and shields.  I'll make sure ME is standing by to reroute power at your command.  I'm afraid we'll be under heavy fire.
Host Rear_Adm_Law says:
Comm: Commodore: Affirmative you are ordered will all due haste to deploy your task force and retake the Colony, it will now be ideal for a forward base for the Federation in this unfortunate war
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
 ::Becomes worried at the Admiral's words. Closes information and returns to scanning ::
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
Admiral: Understood. I request all the data we have from the colony and the attack. We need to utilize that information in drafting our battle plans.
Host Rear_Adm_Law says:
Comm: Commodore: This will be an extensive ground and orbital assault
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
XO: Naturally. ::Listens intently to the conversation::
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
:: Readies sensor systems to receive Admiral's data ::
Host Rear_Adm_Law says:
Comm: Commodore: All Federation Personnel on the base are of course civillians and scientists we want our people back and out of harm's way the colony had about 500,000 people there
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
::nods to the CTO and walks to Science::
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
:: Notices the XO and perks up ::
Host Rear_Adm_Law says:
Comm: Commodore: If at all possible, try to preserve the orbiting Telescopes which we will try to use for espionage
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
CSO: Hello Ensign.  Did you get all the supplies you asked from the Starbase?
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
COMM: Admiral: I also request supporting ships. The Andromeda can't enter the battle alone and if we are to invade with ground forces, some troop transports will be necessary.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
XO: Yes thank you commander, they've been received and stowed.
Host Rear_Adm_Law says:
Comm: Commodore: Yes of course, I have 30,000 marines and accompanying heavy armor at your disposal
Host Rear_Adm_Law says:
Comm: Commodore: Your fleet includes 1 Galaxy Class, 1 destroyer 1 carrier
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
COMM: Admiral: Excellent. We will try to leave as soon as possible.
Host Rear_Adm_Law says:
Comm: Commodore: and the Virgo Ambassador class
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
CSO: Good.  Listen, keep an eye on our sensors.  Asked for increased power to your relays, but check with tactical first.  Shields and life support still have more priority.  And besides, CTO Senek outranks you...  ::winks:: 
Host Rear_Adm_Law says:
Comm :Commodore: I will deploy the USS Beast of Burden Logistical Ship
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
XO: Thank you commander, I'll bear that in mind.
Host Rear_Adm_Law says:
Comm: Commodore :  I understand your XO's family aboard the IKS Ghost have volunteered to off scout services
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Finished she turns around to see everyone is finished.  Now all that remained was updating the reports.::
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
::looks at the Main Screen, facing the Admiral::
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
COMM: Admiral: That is also excellent news. Now, as I understand the situation, we should leave immediately. With your permission, I'd like the fleet to enter warp as soon as possible.
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
::nods at the Admirals remark feeling pride for his klingon house::
Host Rear_Adm_Law says:
Action: The IKS Ghost decloaks next to the Carrier USS Spearhead
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
Self, loud: Beautiful!
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
::Reviews the fleet and notes to himself that this is the first time he's involved in commanding such a large force::
CEO_Lt_Conor says:
CO: All ships report ready to warp with us
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Asks Jenny to begin the duty roster for when they go into battle, for now, she wanted things kept very light.  Battle would be stressful enough later.::
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
CEO: I'm waiting for admiral's permission.
CEO_Lt_Conor says:
::nods::
Host Rear_Adm_Law says:
Comm: Commodore: Law Out, good luck
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
CO: What about our opposition? How large a fleet can we expect to encounter?
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
FCO: Engage our warp engines.
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
XO: Tell the fleet to follow.
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
CTO: Good question.
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
CO: Aye Commodore.
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
CTO: We have received data from the attack. Analyze that data and make an estimate.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
<CEO_Lt_Conor> actually
 
Host Rear_Adm_Law says:
Action: The Andromeda and her Task Force Jump into warp space leaving Aracadia station behind in a rainbow blur of stardust
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Walks into her temporary office.:: *XO*: Commander, all new officers have been quickly shuffled through.  All but three had had exams shortly before arriving at the starbase.  We basically just confirmed those and did a standard on the other three.  I am having a light duty prepared for those who are medical for now.
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
::Nods and immediately starts going through the records::
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
CO: Sir, the colony is 8 hours away at maximum warp.
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
Comm: Fleet: This is commander Z'heta of the flagship Andromeda.  Greetings.  You're already in formation, good.  Stand by to warp.  Follow our lead.  Z'heta out
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
CSO: Initiate long range scans. Try to extract as much information as possible.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
CO: Yes sir. :: Begins scans ::
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
*CIV* Understood.  Thank you.  I'll talk to you ASAP.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
*XO*: I will be in sickbay catching up on reports.
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
CO: The data we have is very limited, not enough to make an estimate of the size of the Synod fleet.
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
*CIV* Very Well.  Z'heta out.
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
CO: The fleet awaits your command, Commodore.   
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
CO: I recommend we send the Ghost on a reconnaissance mission before letting the Synod on to our presence.
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
COMM: Fleet: We will now travel at maximum warp towards the Hope colony.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
CO: Sir, I have detected 2 fighters that appear to be scouts, they're 5 hours away from our current location.
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
COMM: Fleet: Once we arrive, our objective is to retake the colony from the Synod forces.
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
COMM: Fleet: In other words, we will engage in a full-scale battle.
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
::Walks to the Engineering console:: CEO: Conor, how are you?
CEO_Lt_Conor says:
XO: Not bad sir, and yourself?
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
COMM: Fleet: Before we arrive, we will try to gather intelligence and we will develop a detailed battle plan. We'll keep you informed on our progress. Sketek out.
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
CEO: Oh, I'm already feeling the thrill of the battle! ::closes fists, eyes sparkle in anticipation::
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Curious to what the first officer wanted to speak with her about, she takes her seat and begins to methodically input the new crew data as it is brought to her.::
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
CSO: The scouts will probably detect our arrival unless we can destroy them before they send a signal.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
CO: I agree sir.
CEO_Lt_Conor says:
XO: I see it in your eyes
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
CEO: Try to browse through our records to see what information we have on Synod sensor technology. Most importantly, how far can their sensors detect Federation ships.
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
::coffs:: CEO: Hum, oh well, I wanted to ask you if you have all that you requested from the Starbase.
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
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Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
CTO: We have one Galaxy class ship, one Ambassador class, one destroyer and one carrier in our fleet.
CEO_Lt_Conor says:
CO: Aye sir ::starts checking data and turns to the XO:: XO: As far as I know everything arrived but I had to watch over tactical and haven't got around to checking it but the size looks right
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
CEO: Let me know the data from those reports please.
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
CTO: As we learn more of the Synod forces, begin drafting a battle plan utilizing these ships.
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
::Nods at the CO::
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
CTO: Unless we get more intelligence through other means, we probably need to send the IKS Ghost to investigate the system before we enter.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
CO: Sir, scans indicate that the fighters have yet to detect the fleet.
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
CO: That was my suggestion.
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
CEO: Do you have enough backup circuits?  Remember that we'll probably have to receive heavy fire.
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
CSO: I see.
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
CTO: With a long range photon torpedo launch from our current location, what are our chances of destroying those fighters?
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
CO: I'd say the chances of that are quite slim.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
CEO: Lieutenant, just to let you know the additional sensor circuits have been stored with your engineering gear.
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
CTO: Understood. Then let's not try that.
CEO_Lt_Conor says:
XO: Don't worry, I'll keep this ship together
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
CO: We could send in the Ghost and try surprising them with the cloaking device.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
CO: Sir, allow me to remind you, the synod ships have scattering technology. Its difficult to get a lock on them.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: After a few of them, restlessness wins and she stands to leave sickbay.::
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
CTO: If it could deliver a devastating first strike, it would be a great assistance.
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
CEO: I know you will.  It's likely the CTO will ask you for extra power to the shields and/or weapons.  Do it whenever possible.
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
CTO: However, in order to stay undetected, other ships would need to be rather far from the colony. The Ghost would be effectively let alone.
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
CTO: Therefore, the Ghost could only do a hit-and-run type mission.
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
CTO: If we can find a way to utilize that technique, we should definitely consider it.
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
CO: Those fighters appear to be short-range fighters. We can therefore probably assume they aren't alone.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
CO: Sir, would the Ghost escape in time? Even if the fighters aren’t alone would it be able to cloak and escape before being intercepted?
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
CTO: Is there a mothership with a cloaking device?
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
CO: That's impossible to say.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Makes her way onto the bridge and goes to the back, out of the way.::
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
CO: Sir, the fighters appear to be exploring a local asteroid field.
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
CTO: Well, we should probably try our luck.
Host Rear_Adm_Law says:
Action: The USS Spearhead is inquiring whether to launch fighters
CEO_Lt_Conor says:
XO: I have re-routed some secondary circuits to be dedicated backups to weapons and shields
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
XO: Contact the IKS Ghost. Order them to divert the course from the rest of the fleet and destroy the enemy scouts.
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
CO: Agreed.
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Destroy?  The ship was in battle?::
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
COMM: Spearhead: We will have the Ghost encounter the enemy scouts. Other ships should stay on a direct course towards the colony.
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
CEO: Great. We also know just this much about the Synod weapons, so keep an open mind.  Be creative.  Use the deflector dish to send EM pulse, if you must!
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
CO: with pleasure, Sir.
Host Rear_Adm_Law says:
<Spearhead> Comm: Commodore: Acknowledged
Host Rear_Adm_Law says:
Action: The IKS Ghost slips into invisibility as the silent assassin she is
 
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Looks around, noting the ship was not at red alert.  She turns toward the screen.::
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
Comm: Ghost: This is USS Andromeda. I'm Commander Z'heta from the house of D'rac.  A glorious mission awaits you: divert the course from the rest of the fleet and destroy the enemy scouts.
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
COMM: Fleet: The IKS Ghost will soon initiate a first contact with the enemy. All ships are ordered to red alert status.
Host Rear_Adm_Law says:
<Ghost> Comm: XO: Qa'Pla
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
::Initiates red alert::
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
Comm: Ghost: Qa'Pla!  Z'heta out.
Host Rear_Adm_Law says:
Action: The Fleet assumes red alert posture
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
CO: Sir, the Ghost is following your orders.
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
XO: Excellent. Now let's hope for the best.
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
::nods at the CO::
Host Rear_Adm_Law says:
Action: One hour passes and the two fighter blips in the asteriod belt vanish, communique from Ghost.....targets destroyed
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Figures that is her clue to head back down to sickbay.::
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
CO: The Ghost has completed its mission successfully.
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
CO: No indication of Synod alertness can be detected.
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
::looks at the CIV::  Civ: Ms. Storm!
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
CTO: Excellent.
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
CIV: How is the crew morale?
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
XO: Send a word to IKS Ghost to meet with the rest of the fleet. They should continue towards the colony with a flight path that intersects with ours.
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
XO: Also congratulate them on a mission well done.
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
CO: A correction on that. I'm picking up a carrier at the edge of our sensor range.
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
CIV: just a moment...
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
CO: Aye Sir.
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
CO: Four new fighters detected. They're heading towards the asteroid belt.
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
CTO: I see.
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
CSO: How much do we know about Synod sensors? Can we assume they can't see our fleet yet?
CIV_Lt_Storm says:
:: Finished with her reports she stands and heads back into the main room to look around in general.  There was a good reason she had not gone into being a medical doctor.::
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
XO: What's your opinion? Should we engage with that carrier and fighter fleet? Or should we try to fly past them?
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
CO: The carrier escort consists of one destroyer class vessel.
CSO_Ens_Fielding says:
CTO: Correct, their ships cannot detect us yet.
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
CO: We shouldn't assume yet that we have been detected, though. It's entirely possible that they think the fighters were lost to natural causes in the asteroid belt and are now sending scouts to investigate.
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
CSO: Good.
Host Rear_Adm_Law says:
Action: The carrier seems to be a sentry ship
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
Comm: Ghost: Success!  A glorious mission you've just accomplished.  The Commodore of this Fleet personally congratulates you.  Join us as we proceed and probably go into full battle.  Operas will sing of our fight!  Z'heta out
 
CEO_Lt_Conor says:
Self: He's enjoying this too much...
Host Rear_Adm_Law says:
Action: Greetings from his family aboard the Ghost are sent to the XO
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
CO: Moreover, their actions aren't consistent with the idea that they're looking for an attack fleet.
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
CO: Sir, I think we should engage.  If we proceed, It's possible that they will join the Synod and increase theyr forces.  Now they are divided, Sir.
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
CTO: Point taken.
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
XO: I disagree. That will lose the element of surprise from our main attack.
Host CO_Commodore_Sketek says:
XO: I think one important question is if we can fly past them undetected.
CTO_Cmdr_Senek says:
XO: That's an advantage I'd like to conserve for as long as we can.
XO_Cmdr_Z`heta says:
::receives the greetings and feels comforted.  After all Z'heta was concerned:
Host Rear_Adm_Law says:
Pause USS Andromeda "Sanctum" 10609.24 Part Seven