Host SMDave says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<RESUME MISSION>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
:: in Pod 28, surrounded by stacked supplies and waiting for some of his senior officers::

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Durrigan says:
::Working on the rationing manifest, trying to make one day's food store last 8::

CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
@::In shuttle 33, keeping track of all of the shuttles and pods on a tricorder fitted into the pods small computer/navigational array::

CNS_Lt_Renor says:
@::Finishes helping with the last of the wounded in the Claidheamh Mòr.::

TO_Lt_Jakiel says:
@CTO: I think I'll take Argos with me this time.  Captain Daylan wants me to make sure everything is secure so it is reassuring to the crew.  Animals are supposed to be calming.  ::pats Argos head::

CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
Lt_Blather: Keep an eye on this, it will go off should any of the pods or shuttles go awry. ::pauses:: Not that there's much we could do about it. I need to get to the captains pod.

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@:: Aboard one of the shuttles, tweaking the sensors.::

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::reaches up to grab one of the safety bars and pulls himself out of a jump seat, looking up as one of the shuttles sail by 'overhead'::

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Durrigan says:
::finishes up the rations manifest and starts his way over to the Captain's pod::

TO_Lt_Jakiel says:
@::taps her commbadge:  *CO*:  Where shall I beam over, Captain?

CNS_Lt_Renor says:
@::Moves over to the transporter and beams over to POD 28.::

CMO_Lt_Senn_Eos says:
@::takes a seat on the back of the shuttle Eris is piloting, reviewing some information in her tricorder::

CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
*CSO*: Lieutenant, you're on a shuttle correct?

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
::finishes up speaking with another crewman.::  *OPS*: How are the rations manifest coming?

Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The escape pods of the late USS Claymore float in open space, tied together not only by umbilicals but by an ironic combination of hope and despair even as they are escorted by a few shuttles and one runabout.

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
@::turns from his pilot console in the shuttle Chimera, glances at Rhianna and Argos, and nods his approval:: TO: Stay in touch, and be wary around the crew, although I don't foresee much trouble from them.

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Durrigan says:
*XO* Just about finished them up, if the planning is strictly adhered to, the crew will last about four weeks

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::sees Renor arrive in a rain of light and then answers Rhianna:: *TO*: Pod 28, Lieutenant.

TO_Lt_Jakiel says:
@::discreetly gives Kizlev a kiss on the cheek and then readies herself and Argos::  CTO: Would you beam me over to Pod 28 as the Captain has specified?  ::thinks a moment::  I hope you are successful finding help.

TO_Lt_Jakiel says:
@*CO*:  Thank you, Sir.  I will be there momentarily.

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@*CEO*: It looks like a shuttle.

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
*OPS*: Very good Commander when you're finished meet me on the shuttle with Lieutenant Senn.

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::closes the channel to save the communicator's battery and fixes his eyes on Renor:: CNS: How's the crew?

CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
*CSO*: Can you beam me to the captain's shuttle? It's on the other side of the pod network. ::smiles with his voice:: Please

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
@TO: Indeed... ::enters the coordinates to pod 28 and point at Argos before he beams them both over:: Argos: Defend! Do not leave her side. Computer: Energize.

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
*CSO*: Ready to beam out Lieutenant if you would be so kind.

CMO_Lt_Senn_Eos says:
@::hears Crashalot move, but he's still unconscious:: Self: I know. Your meds are wearing off. Deal with it.

CNS_Lt_Renor says:
CO:  I think we have the last of the critically wounded stabilized.  The Claidheamh is pretty full.  Well the crew is dealing with things as well as can be expected.  I think most are still in shock at this point.

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@*CEO*: Since you asked so nicely... just give me a sec.

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@:: Stands and moves over to the transporter.::  *XO*: One second ma'am.

CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::wide grin:: *CSO*: Whenever you're ready

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::takes in the news with no apparent effect:: CNS: And when that shock wears off?

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@*CEO*: Before you can say prophet....:: Finishes locking onto the CEO and beams him near Atlas.::

TO_Lt_Jakiel says:
::feels herself materialize and looks around the pod, going to Daylan with Argos following on her heel::  CO:  Sir, reporting in.  You would like me to make sure each flotilla has security, correct?

CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::materializes next to the Captain:: CO: Hey. So...what's the master plan here...

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
*CSO*: Understood Lieutenant standing by.

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@:: As soon as she finishes that beam, locks onto the XO while the transporter recycles.:: *XO*: Stand by... beaming now. :: Activates transport.::

CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
*CSO*: Thank you Eris

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Durigan says:
*XO* I've finished the rationing manifest and consumption planning, made it available to the crew, are you prepared to pull me over there?

CNS_Lt_Renor says:
::Moves in a bit closer and takes a seat before answering.::  CO:  When the shock wears off I would expect some to panic, fall into depression, there is a number of things that can happen.  The sooner we can get out of these PODS the better off we will be.

CMO_Lt_Senn_Eos says:
@::takes stock, again, of her supplies, wondering if they can truly afford a few hours of blissful sleep for the Commander, or not. Decides to ask him how badly it hurts whenever he's conscious enough to realize it hurts like hell::

CNS_Lt_Renor says:
CO:  I would suggest trying to keep the crew as busy as possible while we are here.

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::holds up his hands:: All: I called you all here because of various aspects of what Renor just described. I'm just waiting on one more. ::wonders where Eos is::

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@:: Looks up at the first officer.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
@::confirms the TO's safe transport, and then looks over to the EO:: EO: Think we can scratch up enough power to safely boost the sensors on this shuttle?

CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
CO: Captain, I've rigged a spare tricorder to monitor our little grouping of pods. Lt Blather will notify me if anything happens

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
@::materializes onto the shuttle.::  CSO: Thank you Lieutenant if you wouldn't mind I believe Lieutenant Commander Durrigan is ready for a beam up as well.

EO_LtCmdr_Davis says:
@::stares at console, still a little dazed by the goings on::  CTO:  A little, but I'm not sure how much.

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@:: Nods as she locates his comm signal:: *OPS*: Commander, if you are ready...

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Durigan says:
*XO* At your discretion Commander

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@:: Activates transport of OPS::

CMO_Lt_Senn_Eos says:
@::stands up:: CSO: Call me if he wakes up, will you? ::points at Crashalot::

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::listens to Woody's report and shakes his head, his reply unexpectedly sharp:: CEO/All: No. We can't afford to be reactive. We have to be proactive.

EO_LtCmdr_Davis says:
@::accesses the console finally and draws up the current power draw from all systems::

CMO_Lt_Senn_Eos says:
@::nods at the XO:

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Durigan says:
@::materializes on-deck and makes his way to a shuttle console:: XO: When are we to proceed?

CMO_Lt_Senn_Eos says:
@::walks to the transporter pad:: CSO: I am ready.

CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::surprised:: CO: Excuse me. I'd rather be informed than *not*

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::cuts him off:: CEO: That's not what I mean.

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@:: Nods toward her sister and transports her to Atlas.::

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::looks around at the rest of them, about to continue his statement when he spots Eos appearing:: CMO: Good. You're here.

CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
:;stony silence::

EO_LtCmdr_Davis says:
@::continues reviewing the read-out, seeing where they can afford to bleed a little energy from::

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
@::nods to the CMO.::  OPS: Momentarily Commander.  ::takes her seat at the helm.::

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@:: Sends Eos orders on the last of the patients and transports him to a waiting team.::

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Durigan says:
@::moves to a seat at a free console:: XO: Should I begin my efforts in contacting Starfleet?

CMO_Lt_Senn_Eos says:
::looks around at her brother and other officers, feeling she's late::

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@XO: Shuttle clear and ready for departure.

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
@EO: My thanks. How does the new rank you bear feel to you, commander?

EO_LtCmdr_Davis says:
@::shrugs as his eyes wander over the figures::  CTO: The lack of ship has kind of taken a bit of the luster off it, unfortunately..

TO_Lt_Jakiel says:
::scratches Argos on the side of his head and feels him leaning into her and smiles.  While standing there, the tensions of the crew wave over her continuously::

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
@OPS: Aye, Commander.  Also, keep me posted on any activity especially Skree or Orion pirates in the area.

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::turns his back on the assembled officers for a moment, gathering his thoughts before facing them again:: All: If T'Shara were here she could quote us the odds of making it out of this situation effectively. Then she could quote the number of mishaps that could happen to significantly lower that expectation. If we continue to plan reactively, we won't be prepared for what *can* happen.

CMO_Lt_Senn_Eos says:
CO: And in Standard?

EO_LtCmdr_Davis says:
@::smiles a little as he turns a bit, trying to keep his sense of humor intact::  CTO: We rate it either way, though.

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Durigan says:
@::Begins configuring his console to display local and subspace communications::

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::shoots a sharp look at Eos and then answers for all of their benefit:: CMO: If we are prepared for the situation we know, we aren't prepared for the situation we don't. I think we had a very vivid example of the pitfalls of that kind of planning twelve hours ago.

EO_LtCmdr_Davis says:
@::gestures to the console::  CTO:  I think we can skim a little power out of the propulsion systems to boost sensors.  It's not much, but it's something.

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
All: Now, I called you all together to talk about proactive solutions. Dealing with the health and safety of the crew, these pods, maintaining order and morale. I don't want to hear about how things are now. I want to know how they'll be in a week.

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
@::nods to the CSO:: CSO: Very good Lieutenant.

CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
:: Still waiting for some flash of brilliance from Daylan::

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
@::nods as he looks over the latest round of long range sensor readings from the shuttle's miniscule sensors:: EO: So long as the crew is safe, the ship can always be replaced...lives cannot. ::hears the EO's report:: It will have to do then. There is little to do except stay vigilant.

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
@CSO: Take us out standard recon pattern heading 000 mark 0.

TO_Lt_Jakiel says:
::again observes the dynamic of Daylan and his sister and carefully 'monitors' the Captain's emotional state hoping that he is handling himself better with decisions than he has in the recent past::

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::crosses his arms:: All: Well?

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Durigan says:
@::Attempts to establish a secure subspace comm link with the closest federation vessel::

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ :: Slipping into the pilots seat, quickly taps in the heading.:: XO: Acknowledged... leaving the general area at impulse power....

EO_LtCmdr_Davis says:
@::nods:: CTO: I'm readjusting EPS flow to the sensors, minimal adjustment to start out.  ::reroutes power appropriately::

CNS_Lt_Renor says:
CO: Sir from standard Starfleet manuals on survival the chances increase the more we can keep our people busy.  Keeping moral up and minds from thinking about what's going on will help drastically.

TO_Lt_Jakiel says:
::listens to the Counselor patiently, working out whom and where she will have security making a presence::

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@:: Her finger dance along the console as she inputs the standard pattern.  Reaching over, she pulls up sensors for easy visual.::

Host SMDave says:
ACTION: the very fabric of space begins to ripple "above" the string of tiny lifeboats.

EO_LtCmdr_Davis says:
@::monitors sensor power grid to make sure there's no possibility of an overload; they don't have many sensor arrays or palettes to spare - or any for that matter::

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
CNS: Good. Keep them busy. ::looks at the rest of them:: All: Keep them busy how?

CMO_Lt_Senn_Eos says:
All: Anything we do won't last long. There's not that much to do in here.

CNS_Lt_Renor says:
CO:  As we can see already the past 12 hours have kept the crew in a state of shock/denial.  Now keeping them busy will be required.  I would suggest keeping people on standard duty shifts and trying to perform standard duties to start with.

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
@::his antennae stand erect with alert:: EO: I'm reading spatial distortion directly over the life pods. Can you determine exactly what it is?

EO_LtCmdr_Davis says:
@CTO:  Scanning..  ::initiates scan immediately::

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@:: Activates the tactical screen for all to see.  The small dots behind them their crew.::

Host SMDave says:
ACTION: Very quickly after the rippling of space, a huge form solidifies into the shape of a shark.  The Skree have arrived.

CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
CNS/CO: Captain, Counselor, that's a daunting task. There's only so much work that can be 'fabricated'. The crew isn't stupid, they'll know what's up.

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Durigan says:
@::Remodulates the subspace comm array, attempting to boost the strength of the shuttles message::

TO_Lt_Jakiel says:
CO:  There will be many things to work out, such as meals, clothing, sleeping arrangements.  Since we are broken up this much, each person can have responsibilities that will keep them thinking of the welfare of others.  Security can help coordinate that.

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
@*XO*: Kizlev to Commander T'Shara, we've company. Standing by for orders.

EO_LtCmdr_Davis says:
@::watches as the sensors go from reading a formless anomaly, to something more concrete, to a large ship all in a matter of a few moments::

CMO_Lt_Senn_Eos says:
::decides to keep her pessimist thoughts to herself so as to not hinder the effort of the overly optimists::

EO_LtCmdr_Davis says:
@CTO: Skree vessel - initiating passive scan right now.

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
All: Good. Good. Keep them coming. We'll need to draft these things up and dis... ::sees the light inside the pod from outside dim slightly and looks up:: Great Bird.......

CNS_Lt_Renor says:
TO: I agree Lieutenant.  It's not as much work as was on the Claymore, but work is work.

EO_LtCmdr_Davis says:
@::initiates the scan quickly, adrenaline bringing him out of his daze::

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ XO: Commander, we have visitors... or hosts as it might be.

CMO_Lt_Senn_Eos says:
::looks where Atlas is looking::

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ XO: Shall I bring the shuttle to a stop?

CMO_Lt_Senn_Eos says:
Self: Looks fishy for a bird.

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
@*CTO*: Standby.

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
@CSO: Yes, all stop.

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
@OPS: Open a comm channel with the Skree.

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ :: Nods, bringing the shuttle to a stop.::

TO_Lt_Jakiel says:
::observes what is most probably the Skree vessel and immediately is 'bombarded' with excited emotions and has to 'block' even harder::  CO:  Captain...my security officers are already being setup...  ::says a bit distractedly::

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Durigan says:
@::at the mention of the Skree his palms begin to sweat... helpless again::

EO_LtCmdr_Davis says:
@::eyes console, hoping it tells him something useful::

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
@*CTO*: Inform Captain Daylan of the situation we are trying to contact the vessel from here.

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::almost orders red alert out of reflex but realizes at the last second that there's no such thing in an escape pod::

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Durigan says:
@XO: Of course :: hails the Skree vessel::

CMO_Lt_Senn_Eos says:
::heart wrenches... which of the Skree would these be?::

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
CEO: Woody, get that comm unit up and running. ::points to the unit molded into the wall::

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
TO: Alert the security teams!

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
@*XO*: Acknowledged... EO: Patch me through to the captain, please.

CNS_Lt_Renor says:
::Wonders if he can hide under one of the seats.::

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ :: Scans the general area not occupied by the Skree::

EO_LtCmdr_Davis says:
@CTO: Roger that...::as a side, he activates the comm system and ties it through to the Captain's life pod::

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
@::knows if the Skree prove hostile, there will be little choice but to either surrender, or die given their technology::

TO_Lt_Jakiel says:
*Kizlev/Security Teams*:  As you have probably fathomed...we have company in the form of the Skree.  Be on alert as much as possible, but keep everyone calm.

EO_LtCmdr_Davis says:
@CTO: Channel's open.

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ :: Looks over toward the commander, motioning the area is clear but for their hosts.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
@::nods to the EO:: *CO*: Captain Daylan, I assume you are aware of the Skree situation close by?

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Durigan says:
@XO: No response to hails

Host Sklogg says:
COMM: refugees: This is Ambassador Sklogg of the Skree.  Do you require assistance?

CMO_Lt_Senn_Eos says:
Aloud: How did you guess?

CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::balks as the voice comes over the comm, referring to them as refugees::

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
*CTO*: We just saw them. ::crowding with the other officers, looking up through the small window overhead::

CMO_Lt_Senn_Eos says:
::covers her mouth with her hand and decides to get herself out of the way, least next time the comm be open on their end::

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
@::hears Sklogg and breathes deeply with some relief, wanting to answer "most certainly" to the Skree, but awaits the captain's anticipated answer::

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
@COMM: This is Commander T'Shara of the USS Claymore.  We experienced a cosmic string while en route for diplomatic talks.

Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The Skree ambassador's voice sounds deep and strong.  He possesses, so far, a fluid knowledge of Federation Standard.

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
@COMM: Any assistance you may be able to offer would be greatly appreciated.

EO_LtCmdr_Davis says:
@::goes back to his scan, which has basically taken several moments to tell him that there is a large object in front of them; he considers going to active scan::

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
@::sees the motion from Lieutenant Senn and nods.::

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
@ ::is keenly aware of how absolutely outmatched the flotilla is::

TO_Lt_Jakiel says:
::very carefully 'touches' the minds of these Skree species having never encountered them before and wary of their mind's strength.  Tries to 'see' if they have ill intent::

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::looks away from the window briefly:: All: What do you think? Friend or foe?

CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
CO: In this case, friend. Our options are limited

EO_LtCmdr_Davis says:
@::turns to Kizlev::  CTO: Given that this seems amicable so far, I don't want to run some crazy scan on their vessel and give them a reason to be....not friendly.

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
@::goes to try and contact the TO, but holds back his hand from the console, deciding she has enough experience to act autonomously and more than take care of herself and the crew she's with::

CMO_Lt_Senn_Eos says:
CO: Skree. ::convinced that answers the question quite clearly::

Host Sklogg says:
COMM:XO: USS Claymore, you say?  That was the vessel assigned to meet with us.  Please pass along my condolences to your crewmates for your loss.

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
@*CTO*: I have made contact with the Skree ambassador and waiting on a response.  Let Captain Daylan know they are offering their assistance.

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
@EO: My feelings resonate similarly, commander. I'm open to trusting them, for now. It's not as if we have much choice for the moment.

CMO_Lt_Senn_Eos says:
::looks at the CEO:: CO/CEO: They will use us for something. But right now, we do need them.

TO_Lt_Jakiel says:
CO:  I tried to 'discover' that, Sir, but...I 'ran into' a wall that was most unexpected.  I do not know if this indicates an unwillingness to be open or not.  From the last encounter, I would caution to be wary but we are basically helpless.  We need their assistance.

EO_LtCmdr_Davis says:
@::nods, still adjusting to commander instead of lieutenant, or pond scum, or whatever they referred to him as before; he can't even remember::

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ :: Keeping a close eye on the general area, there is little more she can do at the moment.::

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
@COMM: That would be correct Ambassador.  We are what's left of the USS Claymore.  I will pass along your condolences to our crew.

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
CEO/TO: I guess we don't have a choice, but I wouldn't mind having some solid indication of their intentions. ::hears the familiar voice going over the broadcast:: I guess it's up to T'Shara.

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ :: wonders if they will offer something a wee bit more substantial.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
@*XO*: Gladly, commander. Kizlev out. *CO*: Captain, the Skree Ambassador Sklogg offers his assistance to us. It may be best to consider their altruism while we still can, sir.

CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
CO: I agree. We are forced to trust them for the time being

Host Sklogg says:
COMM:XO: Please also inform your crew that we will transport them to a suitable location on our ship.  Your shuttles are free to dock as well but prior to transport of individuals.

EO_LtCmdr_Davis says:
@::listening in to things, he wonders if the Skree are any better than the Synod; his gut feeling is not good::

TO_Lt_Jakiel says:
::feels it incredibly aggravating to be so 'blind' about the Skree and is not looking forward to being face to face with them after 'encountering' what she did.  Hears Kizlev's voice and takes solace in it::

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
@COM: Ambassador we sincerely appreciate and accept your most gracious offer.  We will have our crew standing by for immediate transport and have our shuttles begin docking procedures immediately.

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
*CTO* I don't see where we have much choice, Commander. Tell T'Shara to agree to what they say. I can hear what they're saying.

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
@::turns to the EO, raising an eyebrow curiously:: EO: They want us to dock first, before transporting the others? What an odd stipulation.

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ :: Looks over at the XO::

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
@*CTO*: Coordinate docking procedures with the Skree for all shuttles and be prepared to transport over once docking is complete.

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Durigan says:
@XO: Require any preparation for docking?

TO_Lt_Jakiel says:
*CTO*:  A question, Commander.  Will they allow us to bring weapons on board their vessel?

EO_LtCmdr_Davis says:
@::shrugs::  CTO: Better safe than sorry, I guess.

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
@*CO*: Captain Ambassador Sklogg will begin beaming over crews from the pods to a suitable environment within their vessel.  We are to begin docking procedures before we beam out of the shuttles.

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::turns back to the assembled officers:: All: Inform the crew. prepare your departments for orderly evacuation. Take as many of the supplies as you think are necessary. We don't know how long we'll be in the Skree's company and they might not be equipped to... see to our needs.

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
@OPS: I would suggest coordinating that with the Skree vessel they probably have their own docking protocols to follow.

CMO_Lt_Senn_Eos says:
::eyes Rhianna and decides to sit down instead of chuckling... she probably will need some counseling in the near future, but does not want to advertise the fact yet::

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@:: Quietly:: XO: I would strongly suggest staying aboard the shuttles, however, if the Skree go to warp, we would not be able to keep up.

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
@*XO*: Understood, commander. The captain has agreed to their offer. We're initiating docking procedures now.

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::moves to help pick up some of the supplies in Pod 28, answering at the same time:: *XO*: I heard. I told Kizlev to inform you that you should do as he asks.

EO_LtCmdr_Davis says:
@::awaits communication from the large vessel::

TO_Lt_Jakiel says:
::turns to Eos and looks at her pointedly as she awaits Kizlev's answer to her question::

CMO_Lt_Senn_Eos says:
::grins impishly::

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
@*CTO*: Understood Commander.

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Durigan says:
@COMM: Skree: We are in need of necessary docking procedures, please transmit at your convenience

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
@EO: I know nothing of Skree docking policies. Can you coordinate with them for clearance?

CNS_Lt_Renor says:
::Starts to help gather equipment.::

CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::sends a text message to all of the shuttle pods, informing them of the situation, and to be ready for transport::

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
@*CO*: Aye sir coordinating docking efforts and such with the Skree as we speak.

CMO_Lt_Senn_Eos says:
::starts to help Renor help Atlas, as opposed to falling into the temptation of a staring game with the tactical officer::

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::turns back around:: TO: Didn't you hear me?

EO_LtCmdr_Davis says:
@::initiates a generic message for protocol::

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
@::looks up:: *TO*: An excellent question, stand by. *XO*: Commander, can we confirm that they will permit us to bring tactical ordinance and weapons onto their ship?

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ :: Shakes her head, having very serious reserves about putting themselves totally in the hands of the Skree.::

Host SMDave says:
ACTION: A massive door begins to open on the bottom of the Skree ship and water can be seen floating free of it.

CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
CO: Captain, I've left instructions for the pods to remain active - just in case we need to return to them

CNS_Lt_Renor says:
*XO*: Commander please inform the Skree we have approximately 80 wounded.  Any access to a medical facility would be greatly appreciated.

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@  Hmmm... time to go swimming?  :: Begins to turn the shuttle toward the open doors.::

TO_Lt_Jakiel says:
CO:  I did, Sir.  I am gathering what may be needed and have had Rasmir pass on your orders to all the security.

EO_LtCmdr_Davis says:
@::still waiting for a transmission of protocols, although he has noted the door opening...and something coming from it::

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
@::looking over at the CSO realizing she hadn't answered her.:: CSO: Aye you would be right in that analogy Lieutenant.

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Durigan says:
@XO: I've received no response in regards to the docking protocols

EO_LtCmdr_Davis says:
@CTO:  Working on it...I haven't heard anything back from them yet.

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
@*CTO*: I will try and clarify that Commander and keep you posted.

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ :: Takes a moment to realize the commander is talking about her earlier concern.::

Host Sklogg says:
COMM:XO: You may dock your shuttles in the now open bay doors, Commander.  They will be pressurized and supplied with correct and breathable gases.

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
CEO: Make sure the emergency beacons are turned off if you're going to do that.

CMO_Lt_Senn_Eos says:
::sobers up some as she checks the supplies she's taking with her, and takes a second to record a shot log into the pod's system... just because, just in case... her first message in a bottle.::

EO_LtCmdr_Davis says:
@::sets heading for shuttle doors and activates maneuvering thrusters::

CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
CO: Aye captain ::adds that to his latest message::

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ OPS: I guess standard it is.

EO_LtCmdr_Davis says:
@::slows the shuttle back to a halt, still waiting for some word::

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Durigan says:
@CSO,XO: Is there such thing as a standard docking procedure for a liquid environment?

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
@COM: Thank you will start docking procedures immediately.  We also have approximately 80 wounded if possible we would like access to medical facilities.  Also, we have what's left of our tactical ordinance would it be possible to bring them aboard.  I'm sure our chief tactical officer would be comforted by the gesture.

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ OPS: Just like a submarine...  slow and easy.

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ OPS: Which fits space too... ::Smiles::

TO_Lt_Jakiel says:
::as she gathers a tricorder and a medical tricorder among other things:: *CTO*:  I am concerned that our hidden weapons may be seen in the wrong light by the Skree.  I am wondering if we should openly display them and inquire?

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ :: Looks over at the first officer.:: XO: Proceed?  Last chance to change your mind.

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
@::studies the jettisoned water from the Skree ship, and is reminded of his Academy studies of the old Xindi Aquatics and their liquid-filled starships::

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
@CSO: Start docking procedures slow and easy Lieutenant.

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ :: Nods and begins to take her in, taking the lead.::

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::hands some of the remaining supplies to Renor and then makes his way over to the comm unit on the wall, tapping in a few commands to activate the low-frequency channel operating amongst all the pods:: *Flotilla*: All hands, this is the captain. Prepare for transport aboard a Skree vessel. The Skree have offered us their assistance and I have accepted. Gather all necessary supplies only and return to your assigned pods with them.

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
@::watches as they begin docking procedures.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
@*TO*: Commander T'Shara is attempting to gather an answer to that important question, lieutenant. I'll keep the comm open so you can hear their answer if and when it comes.

CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::heavy with anticipation::

Host Sklogg says:
COMM:XO: we have very little in the way of medical facilities for non-Skree species, Commander.  However, we shall do what we can once your crew is aboard.  Your weapons ordinance will pose no complications, Commander.

CNS_Lt_Renor says:
::Takes the remaining supplies and awaits for transport to the Skree vessel.::

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ :: Slipping the shuttle through the massive doors, begins landing procedures.::

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
@::adjusts the Chimera's position on a standard docking vector with the Skree ship, following some distance behind the Po's shuttle::

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
@COMM: Understood Ambassador thank you I will let our tactical officer know.

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::finishes the message to the crew and then walks over to Eos, keeping his voice low:: CMO: Were your people already positioned?

TO_Lt_Jakiel says:
*CTO*:  Thank you, Commander.  ::looks out the window and listens as she readies herself.  takes a comm from Rasmir that all security has been notified and will keep in touch::

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Durrigan says:
@::Sends out a last subspace communiqué informing Star Fleet of the crew transfer::

CMO_Lt_Senn_Eos says:
::nods:: CO: Yes.

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
@*CTO*: Our ordinance can go aboard it shouldn't be a problem.  Just make sure to keep track of them we are going as honored guest.

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ XO: Landing..... now.

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
@::nods to the CSO::

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ :: Hesitates before beginning shut down procedures... there was trust and trust you had no choice but to follow.::

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
@*CNS*: Counselor the Skree have little in the way of medical facilities for our species but, will do what they can once we are aboard to help.

TO_Lt_Jakiel says:
*CTO*: With that answer, then I would assume they trust us more than the Claymore's previous visit with them.  CO:  Captain...

Host SMDave says:
ACTION: Claymore's shuttles and runabout land safely into a bay easily twice the size of Claymore's fighter bay.

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::grips her wrist gently:: CMO: Then stay with me. ::looks at her meaningfully and then turns back to the other senior officers:: All:  You will be responsible for accounting for all of your personnel when we are beamed over. Inform them of the situation and start integrating them and assigning jobs for setting up camp aboard the Skree cruiser.

CNS_Lt_Renor says:
*XO*: Understood Commander.  I will inform the medical teams.

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
@*XO*: Thank you, sir. *TO*: Let us be sure that trust holds, Rhianna.

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::looks in the direction of the call to him:: TO: Yes?

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
@::taking a deep breath as she looks at the Skree vessel hoping for the best.::

TO_Lt_Jakiel says:
::listens to Kizlev's last comment then speaks to Daylan::  CO: The Skree have agreed to allow us to bring weapons aboard.  I believe that would entail a good deal of trust on their part.  I thought you would like to know.

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
@::lands the Chimera in the Skree ship bay shortly after the XO's shuttle docks::

CMO_Lt_Senn_Eos says:
::holds to her medical supply case with force, feeling like crying now. Maybe because he should be crying. Memories of the Eligis' hearings come back... as different as that must have been::

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
TO: That, or they merely have dampening technology sufficient to render our weapons useless.

CSO_Lt_Senn says:
@ :: Swiftly completes shut down.  Then turns around to look at the first officer.::  XO/OPS: There is an earth saying I always liked.  ´Come into my parlor said the spider to the fly'.

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
TO: A Bajoran Hillcat doesn't have to display a great deal of trust in the intentions of a Brush Mouse in order to allow him near.

OPS_Lt_Cmdr_Durrigan says:
@:: checks for the phaser at his belt, determined not to be captured...again::

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
@CSO: There's a lot of logic in that saying.  Let's hope it just doesn't hold true this time.

CTO_LtCmdr_Kizlev says:
@::waits for the other Claymore craft to settle onto the Skree ship, then opens the comm:: *XO*: That's the last of our shuttlecraft. We're ready to bring the pod-convoy aboard now.

TO_Lt_Jakiel says:
CO: Perhaps.  ::wonders if Daylan is always so paranoid or just looks for trouble::  But I would put trust in front of them or risk making them wary after extending a helping hand.

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::taps an open line into his commbadge, having no illusions that the Skree can and are monitoring their channels:: *Skree*: This is Captain Daylan of the USS Claymore. My crew is standing by for transport as soon as you're ready.

Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The massive bay doors begin to close.

CMO_Lt_Senn_Eos says:
::smiles at the Bajoran saying, as she sends a few messages to her staff to make sure they and their charges are ready for when transport begins::

CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::listens in:: CO: I Agree with Jakiel....

XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
@*CTO*: Acknowledged Commander.

Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::shrugs non-committally at the both of them and surreptitiously slips his hand into Eos' as he waits for the same kind of transporter beam that had stolen him off the bridge of the Claymore months ago::

Host SMDave says:
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