Arcadia Station SB-101 / USS Quirinus NCC-83942
SD 11212.03

Starring:
Mitch Travis as Commanding Officer Captain Sulek
Keith LaHue as Executive Officer Commander Ben Pangborn
Christopher Dickinson as Chief of Security Commander Bill Powers
Christina Doane as Chief Engineering Officer Ensign Jadera Takor
Mike Johnson as Operations Officer Lieutenant Sam Chambers
Bruce Oriani as Chief Science Officer Lt. Commander Trikk Starr
Karriaunna Scotti as Counselor Commander Azhure Powers

Ship Manager Nicholas Moline

Also Starring:
Christopher Dickinson as Tactical Officer Lieutenant Commander Loran
Mitch Travis as Flight Control Officer Flyer
Nicholas Moline as Orainel

Absent:
None

TIME LAPSE SINCE LAST MISSION: Twelve Hours

"Ferengoth, Part VI": A race of intelligent multiphasic beings from another universe known as the Orainel caused quite a stir when they started draining all power from starships, starbases, and Ferengi.  At first, it was unknown that they were a race at all, and then it was unknown that they were sentient, but now it is known, and the Arcadia crew is attempting to get them back where they belong.

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CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::on bridge::
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
::on the bridge at his station::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::sitting next to the captain::
CEO_Ens_Takor says:
::In Engineering::
TAC_LtCmdr_Loran says:
CO: Captain? If the explosion of a vessel opened the rift the first time... what about another matter/anti-matter explosion? Couple of photon torpedoes?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Loran: Once open, we may also need to reverse the pull of the opening so the Orainel, are drawn back to what will hopefully be their universe.
CEO_Ens_Takor says:
*CO*: Engineering to Captain Sulek, we're 87% sure blowing a shuttle craft at those exact coordinates will reopen the rift.
TAC_LtCmdr_Loran says:
CO: I'd get out and push them through if I could...
CEO_Ens_Takor says:
*CO*: 79% sure it'll close again after ten minutes.
CEO_Ens_Takor says:
*CO*: It's the highest percentages in the simulations so far, Sir.
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
CO: 87% and 79%? Leaves an awful big margin for error if you ask me
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
*CO/CEO*: While I am sure the chief is right there is still the small matter of things getting sucked through to this universe. It is therefore not enough that we open a rift we need to make sure it sends things in the right direction.
CEO_Ens_Takor says:
*OPS/CO*: I understood the entities would go through and tell their friends this is a bad job but I can keep working on it?
CEO_Ens_Takor says:
*OPS/CO*: My deputy just got some results bad, by modifying the ten minute tachyon beam we can nudge them in the right direction. Sending details to you now. ::taps a few keys sending all related results.::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Takor*: Is there a way we might modulate the transporter and send the antimatter explosion on the other side of the rift causing the force to open from the opposite side.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Loran: Prepare the photons while we try and determine how best to deliver the explosion.
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
CO: Sending a very explosive device through a strangers front door and then detonating it .. I get what you are suggesting sir, but should we cause any casualties .. I am sure it could start a war sir.
CEO_Ens_Takor says:
*CO*: I'm not sure we can sir; there may be more risks then worth in that case.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Starr: Based on the for lack of better descriptions, how much energy will it take to reopen the rift.
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
::looks over the power and sub system needs for the purposed deflector modification::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Chambers: If we can send the device through, we can also send a warning to stay clear through first.
TAC_LtCmdr_Loran says:
:: Loads a spread of torpedoes ::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Chambers: The question is do we have all the Orainel or are there more knocking to come in. If we open and there are more we could be exchanging one group for another.
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
CO: I'd need enough that would be the equivalent of leveling 2 city blocks of San Francisco.
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
CO: If we was to drop a photon onto San Francisco
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
CO: That is why I think the CEO's use of the deflector may be the best option sir. But if you are intent on blowing something up, be reassured there is still the shuttle to prep for proper detonation Captain.
CEO_Ens_Takor says:
::While others hash over things, looks for other ways to equal the energy needed.::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Starr: So two photons loaded with antimatter should be enough.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Starr: Or do we need something stronger like the warp core of a shuttle.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Starr: Or perhaps both...in other words how much does it take to level 2 city blocks?
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
CO: Both
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Takor*: Do you concur with the CSO, warp core of shuttle with photon torpedo explosion?
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
CO: It would take 2 photons AND a Warp Core, filled with PURE antimatter...but purifying the antimatter is the real trick
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Sitting quietly, listening.::
CEO_Ens_Takor says:
*CO*: The warp core would be sufficient Sir. You could input the codes and blow it remotely.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Takor*: Then set it up. We will hold the photons for another day.
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
CO: The Ensign is right sir ::impressed with how bright this new Chief is::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Chambers: Notify the Orainel that they will need to be ready to vacate as soon as the core explodes.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Helm: be sure we are at the safe and optimal position.
CEO_Ens_Takor says:
*CO*: Aye Sir. Will notify when ready. We'll prep the beam. Engineering out.
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
CO: Aye Captain
CEO_Ens_Takor says:
::Taps keys programing the tachyon beam. Notifies Ops they are nearly ready and have sent an engineer to make sure a chosen shuttle is in proper condition.::
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
:: Concerned that the explosion would tear the area and leave it open. A possibility, but not a certainty. However whatever they do, the area would be damaged.::
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
CO: However the more matter that is removed from the matter/antimatter mix, leaving more antimatter than matter will make if more volatile.
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
CO: We'd have to be extremely careful and do it delicate or we'll blow ourselves up in the process
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
COM: Ferengi Ship: Orainel: We will be attempting to open a portal to your world very soon, and we cannot be certain how long that portal will remain open. Also the explosion needed to open the rift will be a great brilliant source of rich energy. Do not be tempted by it or you may never get home. Do you understand?
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
CO: in other words, after the mixture is right, we have to slowly float it out not just a normal warp core release
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
::checks the shuttle choice and sends notice that it should do fine::
CEO_Ens_Takor says:
*OPS*: We are ready to go, down here. All set on your end Sir?
CNS_Cmdr_Azhure says:
CO: You will need to put warning systems around this area. I am uncertain how this will close the rift. And even if it does, the area will be damaged.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Azhure: A wise precaution.
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
*CEO*: I hate to lose a good asset like that shuttle, seems like a waist ::audible sigh:: Yeah we are ready here.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Starr: Launch warning buoys for the area.
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
CO: Engineering Department reports ready to proceed sir.
CEO_Ens_Takor says:
*OPS*: We could have the shuttle eject its core and tractor it but then we would need to blow it manually with torpedoes.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Helm: Take us to position. Chambers: when we are at optimal, commence on your mark.
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
::launches multiple warning buoys that will surround the area that will be affected by this explosion::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Takor* Launch the shuttle. Let's do this right.
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
CO: The Chief says it might be possible to spare the shuttle itself if we had its core ejected and blow up with torpedoes. The easiest method is to just blow the shuttle though.
CEO_Ens_Takor says:
::Taps a few more keys, double checking systems:: *CO*: Aye Sir launching shuttle on auto pilot to programmed coordinates.
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
::monitoring all aspects of the mission from his console::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Chambers: No cutting corners. We can afford a shuttle.
FCO_Flyer says:
Chambers: Quirinus and Ferengi vessel are now at optimal and station keeping.
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
*CEO*: It was a good idea about ejecting the shuttle core but the Captain wants to proceed with the full destruction of the craft. Thanks for the idea though.
CEO_Ens_Takor says:
*OPS*: Understood, standing by with beam whenever FCO blows the shuttle.
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
FCO: Thanks Flyer.
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
CO: Warning buoys are now in place

ACTION: The shuttle is piloted on auto-pilot right to the area where the rift was open before.

OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
CO: All stations report ready.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Chambers: On your mark.
CEO_Ens_Takor says:
::observing read outs, hands on the proper keys.::
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
ALL: Commence detention of shuttle core. ::issues the appropriate command sequence::
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
ALL: I name the shuttle lollypop. Just wanted to throw that in there.

ACTION: The shuttle explodes in a glorious detonation and a rift (which appears purple on the viewscreen) opens up

CEO_Ens_Takor says:
::soon as rift is open, begins the tachyon beam, notifying ops::

ACTION: Once the tachyon beam starts, the energy flow of the rift flows out of our universe

CEO_Ens_Takor says:
::continues the beam, monitoring the readouts::

ACTION: Power is immediately restored on the Ferengi vessel as all of the beings immediately evacuate the ship. Sensors show them moving swiftly towards the opening of the rift

OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
::diverts all needed power to the sustained tachyon burst a not inconsiderable amount of power::
CEO_Ens_Takor says:
::mutters, "come on, come on..."::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Self: Good travels and strong winds...
CEO_Ens_Takor says:
::A engineering crewman glances at her and she replies, "talking to it helps now pay attention to your console.."::
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
::opens a COMM channel:: CO: If you have any parting words sir the comm is open on the frequency we have been using with them.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::rising:: COM: Orainel: Good travel, perhaps we shall meet again.
Orainel says:
COM: CO: We are forever in your debt, we are going home

ACTION: As the Orainel enter the rift, there is an energy spike, and feedback on the tachyon pulse as is if something is pushing back

CEO_Ens_Takor says:
*OPS*: We have feedback, attempting to compensate.
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
::closes the channel:: CO: Channel closed sir.
CEO_Ens_Takor says:
::taps keys, runs to another console taps more, yells orders at staff::
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
CO: Reading an energy spike and feedback on the Tachyon pulse
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::nods::*Takor*: Borrow whatever power you need to stabilize.
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
::quickly turns to other matters::
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
CO: The feedback is as if something is pushing back
CEO_Ens_Takor says:
*CO*: Acknowledged.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Starr: Can you identify?
CEO_Ens_Takor says:
::modifies the frequency as she monitors the beam and the rift.::
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
*CEO*: If that much power makes it back through our feed and into the deflector it may destroy us.
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
CO: Yes I can
CEO_Ens_Takor says:
*OPS*: Yes Sir. We've increased frequency and power, that should help.
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
CO: We need more power to our beam I have to take what I can from other primary systems sir.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Starr: Well? do you want me to guess
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
CO: It's the rift itself. It's not stable. The Orainel can't push through.
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
CO: We need more power to the beam
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
::draws power from things like deck lighting and passive sensors as well as ship wide replicators::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Takor*: Reroute phaser power to the beam. You may use everything except life support.
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
::hopes he does not blow the replicators or it will be rations for the trip home::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Chambers: Can we configure the Ferengi ship to do the same via remote?
CEO_Ens_Takor says:
*OPS*: Aye Sir, re-routing all available power. ::taps the console.::
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
CO: I do not know.. let me check.
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
CO: Yes I think maybe
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Chambers: Then do it and you can use their life support
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
::sets up a remote link with the Ferengi ship:: *CEO*: I have setup a secure link to the Ferengi ship send your deflector tachyon burst sequence through to the Ferengi ship and activate it through the trunk I provided::
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Chambers/Loran: If need be send Parn with a security detail back to the ship if needed.
CEO_Ens_Takor says:
*OPS*: I see Sir, ::Nods to her deputy who goes to another console to follow through. After a few moments he nods and she continues:: *OPS*: Ferengi ship is active as well, Sir.
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
CO: Well we will need someone over there.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Starr: Readings?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Chambers; Do what you and the CEO deem needed. But if you send someone, take life support out of the equation.
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
*CEO*: Nice work Chief.

ACTION: As more power is funneled into the tachyon beam they start to make headway pushing through

CEO_Ens_Takor says:
*OPS*: Thank you Sir. Good idea using the other ship. Beams are holding.
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
CO: The Ferengi ship is now firing a tachyon burst as well. Hope that helped.
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
CO: We've given it all she's got Captain. She'll either push through now or break like an egg

ACTION: Suddenly the blockage pushes through as the last of the Orainel enter the rift, the feedback on the beam stops, and the rift starts to close behind them

OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
*CEO*: It was the Captain's idea. ::says very quietly:: He may be smarter then he looks.
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Chambers/*Takor*: Well done. And Mr. Chambers, I have excellent hearing. ::points to the his pointed ears::
CEO_Ens_Takor says:
::stifles a laugh:: *OPS*: Rift is closing, monitoring, pulling beam strength back to match...
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Captain? Was that....vanity?
CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: Fact.
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
::pretends like he does not know what the Captain meant by that:: CO: I am sure you do sir.
CEO_Ens_Takor says:
::cuts beam completely when rift is closed::
CSO_LtCmdr_Starr says:
CO: They are through and the rift is closed
OPS_Lt_Chambers says:
*CEO*: Good work.

ACTION: The rift closes and the beam ends, not a sign of any Orainel in our space

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TIME LAPSE TO NEXT MISSION: Three Months