Arcadia Mission 11001.18
Tales of Time: Episode 3B

starring

Gregory Kleiner as CMO Ensign Christopher Halliwell
Christina Doane as SC Captain Paige Juliet Harker
Keith LaHue as CEO Commander Milwood Oliver Hayward
Jeffrey G. Brown as XO Commander Kraight
Gina Hembrook as CTO Lieutenant Commander Brianna Murphy
Karriaunna Scotti as CNS Commander Azhure Powers
Christopher Dickinson as CSEC Commander Billy Bob Powers, Jr. 
Bruce Oriani as CSO Lieutenant Commander Trikk Starr
Mitch Travis as CO Captain Sulek 

with

Nicholas Moline, Ship Manager

SUMMARY: The U.S.S. Quirinus is on route to Arcadia Station for some leave time and standard maintenance.  Meanwhile however, a Cardassian ship has been attacked by the same unknown assailant that has been giving Arcadia trouble over the past few months.  The Cardassian ship limped into Arcadia's space, but the enemy followed and started attacking Arcadia and surrounding ships. 

Three other Federation ships were also attacked and had come to the station for repairs. The only one that is able to help with the fight is the Galaxy class ship (with it's missing saucer section) which is otherwise not badly damaged.

Arcadia's support ship, the Sabre class U.S.S. Hathor has been undergoing repairs since its last encounter with the aliens, but is flyable (albeit with a gutted bridge so it must be flown from Main Engineering).  Arcadia's FCO (Lieutenant Maui) is on board, attempting to rescue the crew of the Cardassian ship whose hull is going to breach any time now.

=/\==/\=  BEGIN Arcadia Mission 11001.18 Tales of Time =/\==/\=
=/\==/\=  Episode 3B  =/\==/\=

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<on bridge> Helm: ETA to Arcadia station?
CIV_Cmdr_Hayward says:
:: In his quarters, laying on his bunk ::
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
@ SC: Captain, the Cardassian ship is about to blow. And I am having problems getting a lock.
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@OPS: Pull them back.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<FCO Flyer> Sulek: ETA at current warp is 3 hours and 12 minutes.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: running standard sensor calibration routines ::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Flyer: Understood.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: In her quarters, packing up some items for leave. ::
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@OPS: Have the runabouts and Hathor get to safety if destruction is imminent. :: She says her clipped, Earth British tone hiding her concern. ::

@ACTION: The Hathor lowers its shields and attempts to beam the crew of the Cardassian ship aboard before the undetonated warhead in its hull explodes.

OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
@SC: It might be best to have the Hathor attempt to rescue ... if we lower shields we are exposed and it takes much longer to bring station shields to full power.

@INFO: Sensors pick up two more enemy vessels heading toward the system, ETA 5 minutes.

SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@OPS: Use the Hathor and the runabouts to transport the Cardies off that ship. We can't risk the civilians.
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
@COM: Support: All support craft are ordered to return to base including the Hathor.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: It will be something of a relaxing moment without the fate of the universe or at least the Klingon Empire at stake.
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@OPS: Has it blown?
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
@ :: checks the status on the Cardassian ship ::

@SCENE: The Hathor starts taking heavy damage with its shields down.  Maui does her best to take evasive maneuvers and return fire upon the assailant.

XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: I'd like at least one day when my most momentous decision is whether or not to have salad with my Swedish meatballs.
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@FCO: Get the fighters to give cover.
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
@SC: Sir, the Hathor is taking heavy damage.
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@ :: Takes position at the tactical station and begins to review readouts. ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Pauses and looks up ::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Indeed.  Although I do not think I would require Swedish meatballs with my salad.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Sniffles at the rear of the Bridge - not too much to monitor within Federation space from a tactical console in peace time ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: grins ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CTO: I know that look, Commander. You're bored.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: Do you and the counselor have any plans for relaxation once we reach the station?
CIV_Cmdr_Hayward says:
:: gets up and into the sonic shower ::
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@OPS: Send out a call for assistance. Taking tactical. :: As they are at red alert begins to target the enemy. ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Frowns ::  *CTO*:  Is everything alright?
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
@COM: Fighters All squadrons support the Hathor's retreat.
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
@ :: nods aye ::
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@ :: mutters to self. "I can do this.." as her old tactical skills come out expertly as she locks and fires. ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Blinks suddenly as everyone talks to him all at once ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
*CNS*: We don't know of anything awry...
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Perks up a bit ::
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
@COM: Any Federation Vessel: This is Arcadia Station, we are under attack and our defenses wear thin we need assistance from any nearby vessel. :: message repeats ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
*CTO*: Alright.  I almost have our packing finished.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: turns :: CO: Captain... we have a distress call coming in from Arcadia Station...
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Nature of the distress?
CIV_Cmdr_Hayward says:
:: exits the shower and puts on his civilian clothes ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: taps a control to put the call on speakers ::  CO: They report that they are under attack.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Helm: Prepare to jump to maximum warp.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: Red alert. All tactical on line.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
All: Who would attack a Starbase deep within Federation territory?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Helm: Engage.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: cancels sensor calibration routines, calls up long range scans ::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Call all hands to stations.
CIV_Cmdr_Hayward says:
:: exits his quarters and heads for engineering, as is second nature to him ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Signals general quarters and battlestation readiness ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: on shipwide :: All: Red alert!
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@OPS: Do we have all the Cardies? :: She asks continuing to fire and defend the station and smaller vessels.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<Flyer> Sulek: Aye, sir. Maximum warp.
CIV_Cmdr_Hayward says:
:: notes the alarm and quickens his step ::
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
@ :: relays additional information via the distress channel about the use of anti-tachyon and tachyon weaponary being used in the attack as well as the state of the Hathor, the impending destruction of a Cardassian Galor ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Sensors indicate one attacking vessel. The Hathor, which is assigned to the station, has taken heavy damage. Scans indicate two vessels matching the attacker's configuration are approaching at high warp.
CIV_Cmdr_Hayward says:
:: enters engineering and stops. His natural impulse to take over quelled, just watches the ship's crew work ::
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
@SC: I so wish I was on the Hathor to help Teyla right now I feel useless!
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: Phase shielding on line.
Host Nick says:
@ <FCO_Maui> $COM: Arcadia: I have half of them sir.
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@OPS:Trust me Ops you're not useless. Do we have the Cardies?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
OPS: Notify Arcadia that we are en route.
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
@SC: The Hathor has half the survivors.
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@OPS: What about the runabouts?

ACTION: The Quirinus accelerates to maximum warp, and is a few minutes out. At this rate it should enter the system about five minutes after the enemy reinforcements arrive.  Two other Sabre class Federation ships have also answered the distress call and have similar ETAs.

SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@COM: Hathor: Acknowledged.

@ACTION: The enemy ship takes a critical hit, but communications now reports that it is sending some sort of transmission towards the Galor class vessel.

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<OPS> Arcadia Station: We have received your distress and are en route. ETA 8 minutes.
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@COM Hathor: Continue as long as you can soon as it looks like it's going to blow get out of there. Harker out.
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@ :: continues to work the tactical station. ::
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
@ :: looks at his logs at the communications indicator :: SC: We have 3 ships answering our call for aide, 2 Sabre classes and the Quirinus.

@ACTION: Arcadia's Shields are down to 33%

SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@OPS: Their ETA?
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: The USS Goshawk and the USS Peregrine are also approaching Arcadia at high warp, sir.
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@OPS: Status report?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: Lock phasers on the nearest attacking ship as we enter the system, targeting lead ship as secondary and fire full spread.
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
@ SC: One moment, sir... sorry. Another problem has come up... sections of Arcadia's shields are failing. Efficiency down to 33 %. :: looks for a place he can draw power from ::
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@OPS: Reroute power  --  we need those shields. We have civilians on board.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Coordinate attack strategy with them for CTO Powers.

@ACTION: The transmission seems to be directed towards the undetonated warhead embedded in the Galor's hull, it suddenly whirs to life and starts an energy buildup.  Two thirds of the Galor's crew are safely aboard. Runabouts still needing to empty themselves make runs to Arcadia and beam their passengers aboard.

OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
@ :: does some calculations and then makes his choice... without checking with anyone he takes the Advance Starfleet Subspace relay offline, effectively shutting down Admiral Regnum's department and shunts what power he can into the shields ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Loads forward and aft tubes and charges phasers ::
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@OPS: Status of the Cardie vessel?
Host Nick says:
<Regnum> *OPS*: What the hell just happened? We've lost power to the subspace relay.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: initiates computer linkages with the tactical systems of the two Sabres and Arcadia itself ::
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
@SC: Based on sensor estimates it will go critical at any moment.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CTO: Tactical network established.
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
:: Turns tactical over to tactical officer and goes to ops station. ::

@ACTION: Two more enemies enter the system, just as the task force is able to disable the first enemy ship's weapons.

SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@OPS: Get our people out of there.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: Once we shoot the initial volley, you will have attack strategy.
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@OPS: close enough to beam the refugees to the station, then they need to switch to defense.
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@OPS: We need them under our shields.
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
@Regnum: Chambers here, sir. Sorry, Admiral  --  we have serious problems going on. The station is under full scale attack. I needed the power and your department has a lot. Will get you back up ASAP.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Mark range to attack.
Host Nick says:
@ <Regnum> *OPS*: I would think that in a battle situation the ability to communicate with Starfleet would be considered a priority!
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO, CTO: We will be within weapons range in 42 seconds.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Understood.
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@ :: Tries not to pace as reports come in... ::
CIV_Cmdr_Hayward says:
:: moves to an unused console and monitors ::

@INFO: As the relay was in use, it was charged with tachyons when the power was shut down.

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: Stand by.  5... 4... 3... .2... 1.
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
@ :: hesitates then cuts the Admiral off :: *Regnum*: Sorry! :: comm closes ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: As the Quirinus drops from warp, Bill's hands go into action, firing the ship's weaponry is a dozen directions all at once - phasers discharge and photons sail through the blackness of space, seeking out unseen weaknesses against enemy shields ::

@ACTION: The U.S.S. Quirinus and the two Sabres enter the system and join the battle.

CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Arriving at medical she assists with preparation ::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Helm: Hard over... put us between the Arcadia and attack vessels
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@ :: sends a message to medical so that they can prepare. Including volunteers from any Federation personnel still on board for medical and security. ::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Engineering*: Reduce power on crew decks and reinforce forward shields.

ACTION: The first attacking ship is destroyed. The warhead on the Galor is going critical. The Hathor tries to go to warp, but with one of its nacelles out of commission the warp field is unstable and the ship goes careening.

SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@ :: Passes by the tactical station and sees their reinforcements are here. Goes to a spare station to send all the tactical data they have, including the anti-tachyon nature of the attackers' weapons. ::
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
@ :: sighs :: SC: You can expect a call from the Admiral... I just cut off his power then also cut him off mid comm. Just thought you should know :: frowns ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Continues to fire phasers as the ship rolls, preventing the enemy from targeting any single shield grid, and watches the impact analysis ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CTO: Commander... the tactical database we've downloaded from Arcadia notes that the attacker's weapons are based on anti-tachyons. Charging weapons with tachyons has proven effective against them in the past.
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@OPS: Backup is here. Let's see if we can keep things moving. Status on the runabouts and Hathor? Are our shields holding?
CIV_Cmdr_Hayward says:
:: thinks this isn't the way to start his new assignment ::
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@OPS: And no problem, I'd rather deal with a herd of Admirals than this...
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
@SC: The Quirinus and the Sabres have joined the battle, I will make sure they are fully linked in tactically. :: does what he can to tie the fleet together ::

ACTION: The new ships aid in the battle well, but the two enemy ships seem to have singular goals in mind. They concentrate anti-tachyon bursts on one area of the station, the Communications Array on Level 33.

SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@OPS: That'll help comms... I'd rather tactical focus on other things. Well done.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
XO: I'll modulate our phasers.  See if the deflector dish can be used as well, please.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CTO: Right. Checking...  :: begins modifying the emitter array ::
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
@COM: Quirinus: Good to have you. I would extend our hospitality but as you can see we are a bit tied up. The enemy attacker is of unknown configuration. They are using anti-tachyon weapons like we have never seen before. It appears that charged tachyon emitters seem to help.

ACTION: The Hathor limps back toward the station trying to get to the protection of the shields. Meanwhile, one of the two enemy ships is destroyed by the Quirinus.

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COM Chambers: We are modulating phasers for tachyon burst.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: How is our supply of quantum torpedoes?
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
COM Arcadia: Noted, Arcadia. Glad we could get here in time to assist.

ACTION: Anti-tachyon bursts go through the weakened shields of the station and hit the main communication array of Arcadia, which is still charged with tachyons. The station is rocked by the resulting explosion, and a small temporal vortex is opened up immediately next to the station.

OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
@SC: Some good news Captain, the Hathor is back inside our shields... what is left of them, anyway. And it appears the Quirinus just scored a point for the home team. This is looking up.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
All: Temporal vortex near the station!
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
@ :: nearly loses his feet ::
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@OPS: Excellent get them to... :: Checks readouts for the station. ::
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@OPS: Evacuate that area. Activate internal shields.
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
@Self: Son of a .....

ACTION: The temporal vortex starts growing at an exponential rate and quickly engulfs the station, the Hathor, some of the runabouts, and the Quirinus.

SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@*Stationwide*: This is the Captain. Brace for impact.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
All: It's growing! We're going in!
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@ :: Holds on to a chair. ::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: if his reaction would allow for it, there would be something of a not again look on his face :: FCO: Helm, keep us with the station.
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
@ :: looks at Engineering reports and instinct kicks in :: *Regnum*: Your section has been compromised the Array is ... well, I am not sure what it is doing but get your people out of there now!
CIV_Cmdr_Hayward says:
:: feels queasy, as he always does during temporal events ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Suddenly gasps and finds herself on the floor with a nurse helping her ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Closes her eyes and shakes her head, murmuring ::  Not again...
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
@ALL: Oh my God, it's too late ...

ACTION: Both ships, the runabouts, and Arcadia rock as they travel through the temporal vortex  -- then the vortex spits them out the other side. Shields are completely inoperable on all vessels. All other systems on the Quirinus are functioning and shields will come back up in a few minutes. However, the shields on Arcadia Station are down for at least an hour.

CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Helped to stand up, she gives her thanks and informs them she is heading to the bridge. ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: regains his seat and checks the status monitors ::  CO: All sections reporting in, Captain. No hull breaches detected. Minor injuries on decks 4 and 5.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: taking a moment for barrings ::
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@ :: Pulls herself up using the command chair. :: @OPS: Report.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: looks down at console :: Kraight: Looks like we have everything but shields.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: checks sort range sensors ::  CO: The Hathor and Arcadia have traversed the temporal rift as well.
CIV_Cmdr_Hayward says:
:: feeling out of sorts, makes a quick check of ships systems ::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Engineering* How long to restore shields?
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@ :: Clears her head as the ringing starts to go away. She heads to the OPS station to check on ops. ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Furrows his brow at the readings the sensors are trying to tell him ::  All: I'm picking up a fleet of Jem'Hadar warships, roughly three hours distant, heading for us.
CIV_Cmdr_Hayward says:
*CO*: The chief is busy right now, but I estimate shields will be back up in a few minutes. I'm Hayward, engineering consultant to Arcadia. 
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Hayward*. Understood  --  and welcome aboard.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Arriving on the bridge, she walks over toward the captain's chair and stands there, looking outward. ::
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
@ :: dusts himself off :: SC: I am okay I think.

ACTION: Aboard the Hathor and the Station, the Cardassians aboard attempt to overtake the crews. The skeleton crew on the Hathor is unfortunately overcome.  Moments later the Hathor warps out of the system, on an intercept course towards the Jem'Hadar warships.

CIV_Cmdr_Hayward says:
*CO*: Captain, we've become unstuck in time... probably due to the weapons being used.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
SO: So we are through a temporal rift. The question is where or when are we.
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@OPS: Report. Soon as you can.
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
All stations: Report.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
CO/XO: Captain, Commander.  The Hathor is squawking hijack IFF codes.
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@<Tac Bob> SC: Ma'am the Cardies are trying to take over the station.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Hayward*: A scan will tell us where and when.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CO:  We are exactly where we were before.
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
Tac Bob: Get everyone down there, any Federation officer not needed elsewhere with phaser quals. Secure the vitals. Move!
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: Codes?
CIV_Cmdr_Hayward says:
*CO*: Chronometers show we have moved back in time....in this timeline, we are still at war with the Dominion.
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
@ :: frowns :: SC: We have a serious problem, there are reports that Cardassians have begun skirmishes with other crew and inhabitants throughout the station. And we have lost contact with the Hathor again. Darn Cardies.
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
:: The Tactical officer nods and quickly gives the required orders. Fortunately the station is still at red alert so everyone is ready to go. ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
XO:  Commander, check the chronometers.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<SO> Sulek: Star positions confirmed the chronometers, Sir.
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@OPS: Can the Quirinus catch up with the Hathor? Make sure they know when we are.

ACTION: Before leaving the system, the Hathor fires on the Quirinus, which still doesn't have shields, and damages their engines. The Hathor then warps out of the system.

OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
@SC: I suppose they will have to. If the Hathor falls into Dominion hands it could be a disaster.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: As the ship is rocked with fire, she grabs onto the back of the command chair ::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Hayward*: Damage report.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Captain... cross-checking against the Federation timebase and nearby pulsars indicates we've traveled about 13 years into the past, into the midst of the Dominion war.
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
@SC: Hell of a day, ain't it, Captain?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Long range scans....
CIV_Cmdr_Hayward says:
*CO*: We've taken a hit, Captain. Reports are coming in now. I can give you shields and weapons in an hour or so. :: looks around for the CEO and spots Ed ::
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@ :: Goes to check readouts and sees the Hathor got away. :: OPS: Work on repairs, coordinate with the Quirinus.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: If the Hathor makes it to a Dominion ship... :: he lets the implications hang ::
CIV_Cmdr_Hayward says:
*CO*: I'm working on the warp drive now.
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@FCO: Get the runabouts and fighters back in dock. We need the runabouts ready to go, just in case.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Helm: Get ready to follow the Hathor, best speed.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Inform the Arcadia that we are going to give chase to the Hathor as best we can.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Aye, sir.  :: relays message ::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Helm: Go to warp as soon as we can.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Leaves the bridge for medical to prepare for the worst ::
SC_Cpt_Harker says:
@ :: Thinks to self as she gives orders... "Back in time, station under attack, the Hathor missing. About normal odds I'd say.” ::

ACTION: The Quirinus warps off in pursuit of the Hathor...

=/\==/\= END Mission =/\==/\= 

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