CAPTAIN'S LOG - STARDATE 10709.18 - PRELIMINARY: The Halas has been ordered to remain in orbit of New Caledonia and study the appearance of an alien vessel. The vessel has already attacked and seemingly destroyed the Orion but our orders are not to engage it. So we watch, and we wait.

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CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::In the turbolift on his way to Sickbay::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::on the bridge of the Halas, looking at the alien ship, trying to divine its intent through conventional means. Though if actions speak louder than words, its intent has already come through loud and clear::
MCPO_Schluesselbenutzer says:
::in main engineer monitoring a panel::
MO_Lt_Raeyld says:
::In the turbolift, beside Welland, somewhat silent and a bit shaken, now that the initial shock of what they'd observed earlier had worn away::
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The alien vessel continues to power its main weapon but does not yet fire.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: On the bridge at sensors trying to get some information, any information, on what had happened.::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::On the bridge, scanning the vessel::
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::scanning for wreckage of the Orion::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: What had the Orion done, if anything, to see meet its final fate?::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
MO:  First thing we do is get the roster...all family members and so forth will be clearly identified.  I've already notified the shuttlebays;  there are pilots getting ready.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
Helm: Move us away from the alien vessel at one quarter impulse power. Make our minimum distance from the ship one million kilometers and hold.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
CTO: I am reading power to their weapons... but little else.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::looks back over his shoulder:: CTO: Shift discretionary power to the forward shields.
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::frustrated::  CO:  Aye.
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::reinforces forward shields::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Strides quickly out of the turbolift as the doors swoosh open::  MO:  The nursing and technical staff won't have much else to do...we can have them help round people up and direct them to the appropriate shuttlebay.
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
CSO:  I still can't figure out what type of energy that things uses.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Continues reviewing the sensor logs and pauses:: Odd... CO: Captain, that beam that took the Orion.  It is not like any phaser or disruptor I am familiar with.  :: Taps a few keys::  It is actually more like a scanner.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::takes his eyes off the screen for a moment and walks past Ki to the engineering console, stopping beside his friend:: CEO: Go ahead and take the governors off now. ::reaches out and touches console:: COMPUTER: Allow access to Impulse Engine Control Governor. Authorization, Ahkileez-7-break-7-Gamma.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::over hears:: CTO: Nor can I
MO_Lt_Raeyld says:
::Nods, gathering her thoughts and following Welland out of the lift, matching his pace down the corridor:: CMO; We should keep a small group ready as an emergency team at ready, should something come up.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
CO: Aye
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
CTO: Telemetry... strong telemetry.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::takes the impulse engine governors off line, fully aware of how dangerous it is::
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::looks over at the CSO::  CSO:  What about telemetry?
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::walks back to his former position next to the naked, burned stump of his former command chair:: CSO: Is there any reason to think the Orion hasn't been destroyed?
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
CTO: I do not believe that was a weapon.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
CO: Might want to caution the helm. We'll have better sub-light maneuverability, but it's also dangerous
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::puzzled::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Rubs the bridge of her nose absently::: CO: I am not sure it was.
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
MO:  Organize one at your discretion.  ::Enters sickbay and moves into the office::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::looks back at Woody as the suggestion comes in:: CEO: Good idea. Helm: We just released the impulse governors. You'll get faster reaction time but if you're too rough, you'll overstress the inertial dampeners. Smooth, controlled turns. Don't get crazy.
MCPO_Schluesselbenutzer says:
*CEO*:Sir the code for increase inertial dampeners as we increase impulse is almost ready to be load into the system, but the there nothing we can do about the increase in G forces.  At max speed we be facing close to 7Gs even with the enhanced settings
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::thinks about that possibility a bit and decides he doesn't like it any better than the previous one::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::frowns:: CSO/CTO: I don't think we can operate on that assumption until we get direct evidence to the contrary. We'll continue to treat that thing as a hostile weapon.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
CO: It's not like I care about the ventral nacelles. They're a nuisance
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
CSO:  Transporter and graviton beams....  ::tries to make sense of the rest of the readings::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Frowns and turns back around.  Once again replaying what had happened, slowing it down to almost frame by frame view.::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
*MCPO*: Acknowledged, keep me informed
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CEO: Not for what I have in mind. Let's try to keep them attached.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CEO: Are those probes ready?
MCPO_Schluesselbenutzer says:
*CEO*:Acknowledge sir
MO_Lt_Raeyld says:
::Enters sickbay and comms several of their best medical personnel...A doctor, a nurse, and two medics...to meet her in sickbay::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
CO: One second, let me check
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Nods to the small side screen::  CTO: If you watch carefully, it is almost like it was dematerialized.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
CTO: That still leaves the question, why it and not us.  Not that I am overly complaining mind you.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
*MCPO*: Are those class II sensor probes ready for launch?
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
Computer:  Locate all persons onboard this vessel designated as non-essential personnel and instruct them to report as soon as possible to Shuttlebay Six or Seven, whichever is closer, for immediate evacuation.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::keeps one eye and ear on the conversation between Senn and Ki, but concentrates more on what the people outside are doing.
MCPO_Schluesselbenutzer says:
::checks on the probe status::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
CO: Sir, it is almost as if the Orion was scanned and just as quickly, transported away.
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The crew can feel themselves get a bit heavier as the modifications are made to Halas' systems.
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
*Amica*  Welland to Amica.  ::Looks up as the head nurse appears in the doorway::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::sways slightly under the increased inertia, his greater bulk and height making him a little more unsteady:: ::widens his stance to compensate::
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
CSO:  Why at all?
MCPO_Schluesselbenutzer says:
::discovers that all but 4 are ready.  each needing another minute::
MO_Lt_Raeyld says:
::Adjusts quickly to the change in "gravity," as a change she's accustomed to::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
CTO: If they were beamed away, two possibilities.  One, stop them from helping on the planet, or it could have been simple curiosity.  A bit rude mind you, but still... with that kind of power, people sometimes forget the please and thank yous.
MCPO_Schluesselbenutzer says:
*CEO*:All but four sir.  The last four need about a minute each.  There two crewmembers working on probe each
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
Amica:  Call up all of the medical department that Raeyld hasn't assigned to her emergency medical team and divide them into two groups.  One's to report to shuttlebay six, the other to seven.  They're to assist in getting people off the ship.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::clears his throat:: CTO/CSO: Lieutenants, understanding would be good but its not the priority right now. We need to be less concerned about their reasoning and more on how to respond. At last record, their power curve was increasing exponentially. They may be preparing to fire again.
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::wishes that ship would just do whatever it is it plans to do, as the tension is getting to him::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
<Amica>  CMO:  And, how will they know what to do?
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
*MCPO*: Understood let me know when they're ready, and prepare to deploy them though the aft launchers
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
*CO*:  We need another minute on the probes.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
CO: Understanding opens many doors.  However, it could also be they are preparing another transport.
MCPO_Schluesselbenutzer says:
*CEO*:Sir if we wait another 30 seconds to begin launching by the time we launch the ready probes the last 4 will be ready to launch
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::trying to figure out a way to block it, but still is unable to identify much of the energy readings::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
*MCPO*: Stand by
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The giant alien ship suddenly changes course and heads for a small asteroid field at the edge of the system.  It is traveling at .8c.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::frowns and plays with the isochip in his hand:: CSO: Transporting without consent is still kidnapping and that's still a hostile act. Again, focus on the solution. We'll worry about the why, later.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Frowns at that idea and rechecks out far that vessel was away before the Orion vanished.::
MCPO_Schluesselbenutzer says:
*CEO*:Aye Aye Sir Standing Bye
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
Amica:  Tell them to check with the helmsmen aboard the shuttles.  Each shuttle has a designated evacuation capacity...don't split up families.  It's basically triage without the wounded.  ::Manages to smile a bit::  Once a shuttle's at capacity, have them check with the bridge for clearance immediately.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::calls over his shoulder:: CEO: Woody, launch those probes as soon as they're ready and move them into position. Don't activate them until I say.
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::watches the ship turn on the viewscreen::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
CO: Will do
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
<Amica>  CMO:  Right away.  ::Turns on his heel and slides his large frame sideways through the office door::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
CO: Solution?  To what?  I vote we move as far away as possible. I am trying to ascertain the distance point when the Orion vanished.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::reaches past T'Shara to the comm control on her chair arm:: *CMO*: Bridge to Welland. Doctor, how is the evacuation going?
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
Self:  It's going for the asteroids?
MCPO_Schluesselbenutzer says:
::brings up a screen of the launch aft launch tube and watches as the crew begin staging the probes for launch::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
*MCPO*: Go ahead and launch them as they become ready, but transfer the activation sequence to my bridge station. Do not activate them.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
CO: Then again... it looks like it is ogling us by distancing itself. Activation sequence to your station.  Be advise sir the probes need about 30 seconds from start of activation sequence till there ready for use
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Follows his head nurse out to the ward::  *CO*:  The computer has notified all non-essential personnel of the evacuation plan.  Medical teams will be in place shortly to guide them to their assigned shuttlecraft.  As far as I know, the flight crews have been notified and are ready to go.
MCPO_Schluesselbenutzer says:
*CEO*:Acknowledge sir, beginning launch of probes in the dormant state and transferring 
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::curses, wishing it had gone faster. But less than 10 minutes is hardly a reasonable amount of time without using the escape pods:: *CMO*: Understood. Continue as ordered. But hold for launch. We might be in transit. Let me know as soon as you're ready.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
*MCPO*: Understood
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CTO: Even out our shields again. CEO: Increase power to inertial dampeners.
MCPO_Schluesselbenutzer says:
::order the launch of the probes in dormant mode then transfer the activation commands to the CEO panel::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
HELM: Take us to Warp 1 and close the gap with that ship.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Checks scans of the field taken when they first entered the system.::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::increases power to the inertial dampeners::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
CO: Done
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
*CO*:  Understood.  I'll update you as soon as I know anything.
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
CO: Aye.
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Feels a bit sluggish as he marches through sickbay, looking for Doctor Raeyld::
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::equalizes shields::
MCPO_Schluesselbenutzer says:
::counts of as the probes get launch, see that the last 2 probes are almost ready::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::holds on to the back of T'Shara's chair as they jump to warp, and then drop back out again::
MCPO_Schluesselbenutzer says:
::Watches as the last of the probes are loaded onto the launcher::
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The giant vessel lances out with several smaller and less intense beams.  Many smaller asteroids and debris are treated to the same processing that Orion went through.
MCPO_Schluesselbenutzer says:
::watches the last probe gets launched::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
Helm: Maintain same distance from the vessel, one million kilometers. ::looks at the ship, still wondering what its doing::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
CO: Okkkk... either they are hungry or they are rock collecting... :: tries to determine anything of interest in the asteroids taken.::
MCPO_Schluesselbenutzer says:
*CEO*:Sir all probes launch ETA till preprogrammed position is 1 minutes and 10 seconds and counting down
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CTO: We're in their wake now. Lets see if we can figure out what they're engines are running. Maybe we can use it to our advantage.
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
CO:  Right.  ::focuses tactical sensors::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
*MCPO*: Good work
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
CO: I have no idea why they would want any of that rock. It is standard space debris.  Mostly dust and ice with bits of ore.
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::looks over the sensor readings::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::walks over to the science station:: CSO: Fuel maybe? Or building material?
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
CO: Captain, the probes are ready when you are
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
CO:  I'm not picking up anything that could be used for propulsion.  ::keeps looking::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::looks back at Hayward and nods confirmation, and then waves him over::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
CO: Or water... it could be any number of things since we do not know what that vessel runs on.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::walks over to the captain::
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: Having finished its work, the massive alien vessel swiftly turns on the Halas again but at a slight incline.  It travels at .8 c towards Halas, as though it doesn't know she's there.
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
<Amica>  *CMO*:  Amica to Welland.  Some of the shuttles are already fully boarded.  Flight crew was one step ahead;  we got here just about as things started to get crowded.  Everything's going fine, though.  The shuttles will be ready to go in just a minute or two.
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::as the sensor readings change, looks up at the view screen to see what the ship is doing::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::sees the ship turn around and tenses slightly, straightening from his stooped position beside Senn:: CSO: Readings... If its actively probing, try to figure out how.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
CTO: Ummmm...
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::turns away and slips the isochip into Hayward's hand:: CEO: Go ahead and load that up.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
CO: Captain, that vessel is now facing us and moving toward us... casually.
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
*Amica*:  Understood.  I'll be there shortly.  Let me know if you finish up.  ::Walks up to Raeyld::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
CO: Yes...Sir ::takes the isochip::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::wonders when the Arizona and Loknar will get here::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::returns to his station and loads the isochip into the computers buffer::
MO_Lt_Raeyld says:
Medical Team: ...those are your order. Just be alert and ready should anything occur. Sokov, you have command, and let Doctor Welland know if anything needs our attention.  You are dismissed.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::frowns:: Self: It can hardly sneak up on us.... CTO/CSO: Lieutenants, is it just me, or does it seem like its not coming quite directly at us?
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
MO:  Doctor, come with me to the aft shuttlebays?
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Shakes her head::  CO: I do not even think it is aware of us.  That or we are of no import to it.
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
CO:  Doesn't seem to be interested in us.
MO_Lt_Raeyld says:
::Nods, and swaps her PADD for the one sitting at her console:: CMO: Yes sir.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Glances over at the CTO for confirmation:: CO: I am not picking up any readings from it, aimed toward us.
MO_Lt_Raeyld says:
CMO: I mean...Yes.
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::shakes his head::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::looks between them:: CTO/CSO: I'm insulted, but I'll take what I can get.
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Shrugs a bit::  MO:  I don't mind, in this case.  ::Turns on his heel and starts out of sickbay::
MCPO_Schluesselbenutzer says:
::monitors the power flow thru the ship keeping an eye out for fluctuations in the EPS conduits::
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::chuckles::
MO_Lt_Raeyld says:
::Raises her eyebrows just a tiny bit, then steps up and follows him out the door::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Thinks she will go for the insult for now::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::starts cracking his fingers one by one as he thinks about the fact that he would have been in a meeting now with the Orion's captain, discussing how to go about removing that seaweed. The man didn't deserve to go from boredom to death::
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::compares the sensor data of the beam to the sensor data of the supposed emission just cause he cant think of anything else to do::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
MO:  Amica's on site.  They might be through by the time we're there, but I want personal verification.  ::Enters the turbolift, holding it for Raeyld::  Turbolift:  Aft shuttlebays.
MO_Lt_Raeyld says:
::Follows in quickly::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Shakes her head::  CO: Nothing...
MCPO_Schluesselbenutzer says:
::reroutes some of the less criticals from the primary EPS circuits into back up circuits allows main systems to draw more power from the primary and secondary EPS circuits::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Lets the doors close, and the 'lift jerks into motion, a bit rocky with inertial dampeners the way they are::
CIV_LtCmdr_Selan says:
::At a secondary console attempting to find a way around the craft's defenses, keeping to himself::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::frown deepens:: CSO: Understood. Keep it up. We may catch a break. Or at least extrapolate from its activities what its purpose is. If we can't get a ready answer to the 'what', then maybe we should concentrate on your 'why', now.
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The huge alien ship jumps to warp 2 heading for the smallest of the three stars in this system.
MO_Lt_Raeyld says:
::Adjusts naturally, almost imperceptibly, to the changes::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
uhhh... CO: Does it leaving the area count?
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::sees the flash of light out of the corner of his eye on the viewscreen:: Self: Blast! Helm: Match speed and course and take us to warp!
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::wonders what has caught its attention now::
CIV_LtCmdr_Selan says:
::Looks up as the vessel departs:: Self: Oh dear.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Checks its course::  CO: It appears to be heading for the smallest of the three stars.
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Bounces a bit as the turbolift comes to a stop, and waits for Raeyld to exit ahead of him::
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: Halas jumps into pursuit of the mysterious craft.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
Self: Damn
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
Self/All: What the hell is it doing? ::looks to Senn again:: Maybe it really is fuel?
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
CTO: Do you get the feeling of cat and mouse?  As if it might be deliberately tempting us?
MO_Lt_Raeyld says:
::Passes through the lift doorway, losing her step a bit as the ship jumps to warp with adjusted dampeners:: Self: Oh..!
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
CEO: Commander... I do not read a warp field or bubble as it went to warp.
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
CSO:  No.  I get the feeling that we are of no use to it right now.  Its requirements are elsewhere.  ::continues to watch the ship on the viewscreen::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
CSO: I didn’t either, it must be using an alternative propulsion system.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
CTO: I like your idea better.
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Almost crashes into Raeyld, but redirects his momentum at the last second and nearly plants himself face-first into the bulkhead, his palms flying to the wall to catch himself just in time::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Sighs a bit and stands upright, looking rather unfazed::  MO:  Shuttlebays in question are this direction.  ::Continues on, counting doors as he goes::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::overhears Hayward and Senn's conversation:: CEO/CSO: Transwarp perhaps? Slipstream?
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::mutters to self::  Self:  No use to us yet.
MO_Lt_Raeyld says:
::Regains her balance, narrowly escaping a tumble to the deck:: ::Pulls herself back up to full form and follows silently::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
MO:  Are you all right?
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
CO: Slipstream would be more likely  of the two. Transwarp we'd be able to detect
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Checks for that possibility::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CEO: Maybe, but we shouldn't be able to track them through slipstream. Though they... hell, we don't even know how they got here in the first place.
CIV_LtCmdr_Selan says:
::Leans into his cane so he doesn't topple over:: CO: Naturally overriding those governing systems was a bad idea, Jyg'Lo ...
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::bemused:: CO : My sentiments exactly
MO_Lt_Raeyld says:
::Keeping pace so as not further to delay them:: CMO: Yes. Fine, thank you.
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Approaches shuttlebay six to find Amica stationed outside the doors::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
CEO: No evidence of a slipstream on my end.
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The alien ship quickly arrives near the smallest star and Halas' sensors can read the same energy pattern that took the Orion building to extreme levels.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CEO: Keep working on it. ::turns and glares at Selan:: CIV: Thank you for your input, Commander.
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
<Amica>  ::Nods to each of the two doctors in turn::  CMO:  Doc.  MO:  Doctor Raeyld, sir.  ::Offers a PADD to Welland::
CIV_LtCmdr_Selan says:
CO: Always here to help, Captain. ::Turns back to his console::
MCPO_Schluesselbenutzer says:
::checks the power production ability of the ship versus the power usage::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
CO: I am picking up the same readings that took the Orion... naaa... they can't mean to take a star!
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::scans for a trans-warp signature::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Scans the PADD quickly, then hands it to Raeyld::  Amica:  All clear?
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
<Amica>  CMO/MO:  All clear.
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::finds the idea extremely alarming given the ship's propensity to suck up energy::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::moves back behind T'Shara's chair, watching the ship as Halas drops back out of warp and moves in behind the ship again:: CSO: I wouldn't put it past them... We'd better warn the colony just in case. Fast-burst them a message. Tell them to get their shield grid online and prepare for EMP just in case.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Mutters under her breath that it is something totally different it has in mind.::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
CO: Aye...
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Taps his combadge::  *CO*:  Welland to Captain Ahkileez.  Reports indicate all non-essential personnel have boarded shuttlecraft;  they're awaiting launch orders.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Contacts the governor and quickly informs him of the situation plus the captains suggestion.::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::begins heuristic scans for alternative propulsion::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::claps his badge, praying at the same time:: *CMO*: Launch all warp-capable shuttles and tell them to depart immediately for the rendezvous point. All non-warp shuttles are to remain aboard for the time being. And prepare for radiation burns. Ahkileez out.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
HELM: Move Halas into the mass shadow of that ship.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CTO: Shift shield power again and power up weapons.
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: Halas arcs gracefully in response to her orders.
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
CO:  Reinforcing forward shields and powering up weapons.
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Looks to Raeyld, hoping she caught that last part...::  *CO*:  Will do.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::turns away from the center of the bridge and looks around it quickly:: All: I believe this vessel has shown capacity to possibly destabilize or even destroy the trinary star. I believe that if it does, the consequences to this solar system and the people that live here would be catastrophic. Does anyone disagree?
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::eyes widen as he looks at his console::  All:  The power up is massive this time.
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
Computer:  Notify the pilots of all warp-capable shuttlecraft only in bays six and seven that they are to depart immediately for the rendezvous point.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
CO: It would be catastrophic
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
CO: I have no desire to be anywhere near-by to worry about disagreeing.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
CO: Try contacting them again or head out?
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::looks around, waiting for a negative response:: All: I intend to violate our orders now and engage this vessel. We cannot allow it to destroy this star system. If there are any objections, state them now and they will be noted in my log.
MO_Lt_Raeyld says:
::Nods slightly, and steps aside, tapping her combadge:: *Sokov*: Prep each member of your team with adrenaline, hyronalin, and chronexaline.
MCPO_Schluesselbenutzer says:
::Wonders what the officers are up to on the bridge and what kind trouble the cause that he and his fellow enlist will have to save them from::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Turns to look at the captain wide eyed::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
Amica:  Herd the staff back to Sickbay on the double.  Tell them there's apparently a possibility we'll run into some radiation difficulties.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
CO: Begging the captains pardon, but how?
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
<Amica>  ::Nods sharply and disappears into the shuttlebay::
CIV_LtCmdr_Selan says:
::Starts relaying requests through local communications relays to find any other Starfleet or Federation craft that could be on hand to assist and/or evacuate the planet::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CSO: By getting their attention. ::looks to Ki:: CTO: Lieutenant Ki. Open fire on the alien vessel. Maximum spread.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
Helm: Evasive Maneuver, Savek-7, Engage.
CIV_LtCmdr_Selan says:
CO: The Arizona and Loknar are still two hours out, Captain. If this thing takes action soon, we're on our own ...
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
CO: I somehow doubt our itty bitty selves catching their attention will save this system if that is their intent.  :: Shakes her head.::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
MO:  I suggest we station a few teams at strategic locations through out the vessel...near areas of greatest crew concentration and operational importance.  Probably wise to get a team to main engineering...one or both of us could go to the bridge.
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
CO:  Aye Captain.  ::fires phasers on a wide spread::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
All: Secure yourselves!
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::braces himself::
MCPO_Schluesselbenutzer says:
::still monitor power, unaware of the brace our self command since no on bother to tell anyone but the bridge::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Would send a prayer to the prophets, if she believed they could help... but her brother would do just as well in this.::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::reaches across T'Shara again, trying not to brush anything soft:: *Shipwide*: All hands, we are engaging the vessel. Get to your battle stations or batten down.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Informs science to prepare::
MO_Lt_Raeyld says:
CMO: Good ide-- ::Stops abruptly, blinking a bit::
Host SMDave says:
ACTION :  With the launch of the shuttles and the weapons fire.  Halas succeeds in gaining the alien's attention, and diverts that same attention from the star.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
CO: Ummm... captain, you have their attention.
MCPO_Schluesselbenutzer says:
::buckles his seat belt and says a few prayers....wonder what the trigger happy captain and senior officer are attacking now...::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::smiles tightly:: CSO: Good. If they ignored me this time, I'd be really insulted. keep an eye on that weapon, Lieutenant Senn.
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::eyes go wide::  CO:  Firing photon torpedoes.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::calls over his shoulder:: CEO: Activate the probes!
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The alien ship quickly spins on an unseen axis to face Halas as it gets pounded by phasers and torpedoes.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Makes a note not to ignore the captain.::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
CO: Aye! :;activates the probes, both the random signature and the Halas'::
MO_Lt_Raeyld says:
<Move last above a few lines earlier>
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
CO:  No apparent damage!  ::keeps firing::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::tightens his grip on the rail:: HELM: Full Impulse plus 30 percent and take us over them.
CIV_LtCmdr_Selan says:
::Watches readings and frowns::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CTO: Continue firing. Quantum torpedoes. Bring down that forward shield.
MO_Lt_Raeyld says:
::Refocuses:: CMO: Got it.  ::Turns down the corridor for the turbolift, expecting that's the CMO's next destination as well::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Staggers somewhat and follows Raeyld down the hall, remaining close to the wall::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
:;feels sick in his stomach as the ship increases speed, calculating how much time dilation they're experiencing::
MO_Lt_Raeyld says:
::Tilts her head as they enter the turbolift:: CMO: Why... Why is it firing upon us?
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
CO: Unless you object, I am informing Starfleet of the situation...
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::glances over at her:: CSO: No objection. And ask for the Arizona and Loknar to make best possible speed.
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::readjusts shields and fires quantum torpedoes::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Sighs somewhat::  MO:  I've no idea.  Turbolift:  Sickbay.
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: Halas shudders violently as her weapons are released.  The alien ship sends out multiple beams and quickly "eats" up the various probes and the shuttles that have launched.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: As quickly as she can, she puts what information they have together and sends it out, including a request for their back up to hurry up..::
CIV_LtCmdr_Selan says:
::Curses:: CO: We're losing craft out there!
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::hangs on::  CO:  Still no effect!  ::keeps firing::
MCPO_Schluesselbenutzer says:
::gets knock around like a mouse in volleyball being used in a volleyball game::
MO_Lt_Raeyld says:
CMO: No, I mean...  ::Rests back against the turbolift wall a bit, almost casually:: CMO: If they have the capability - nay, were on the very verge of - slurping major vessels up...Why fire at us?
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
CTO: I think it is literally eating the energy from our weapons.
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: In a matter of seconds, all the probes and shuttles disappear.
CIV_LtCmdr_Selan says:
::Grits teeth:: ALL: They're all gone.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
CO: Captain, I agree with the CSO, recommend we stand down, and cut power to minimum
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
CSO:  Any maybe growing stronger with it.  CO:  Keep firing Captain?
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: slowly::  CO: Sir... I am not reading any signs of our shuttles or probes.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::feels like he's been punched in the stomach:: ::hears the questions but can't seem to respond::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::As casually::  MO:  It makes no sense, but I suppose figuring it out wouldn't likely change the fact that they're doing it.  ::Exits the turbolift, a bit off balance::
CTO_Lt_Ki says:
::shocked at the CSO's words, but keeps firing::
CIV_LtCmdr_Selan says:
::The silence catches his attention, he turns to look at the CO::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
CO: Captain!
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Turns around:: CO: Captain?
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::moves toward the command center::
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The alien ship fires one more beam that wraps around Halas and swallows it whole.
MO_Lt_Raeyld says:
::Follows him out, the great amount of focus exerted to remaining in step and such not really visible:: CMO: Well, finding out why a given disease attacks some cells and not another is usually one of the first steps to preventing it from continuing..

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