Where Have all the Marbles Gone? - Mission 33 - 11202.28

Summary:  The Jarrow and her crew are now safely aboard the USS Overton now on its way to M283 at Warp 9.96.  Meanwhile back on the planet the security teams attempt to make their way to the planet surface.  All three teams have met up and expect a firefight…

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CSO_LtCmd_Senn says:
@::Walking into the conference room, she looks around.  The familiarity of it is is almost calming.. if only it were not all a lie.::
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::She remains still waiting to see if Davis and Damrok are through::
OPS_Lt_Fong says:
::Somewhere near the back of the troops with the supplies::
Host CTO_LtCmdr_Damrok says:
::Looks over his shoulder at the long line of tactical personnel, trying to figure out the best way to get through this chokepoint::

ACTION:  Random disruptor fire blazes against the wall from above.

CSO_LtCmd_Senn says:
@::Taking a deep breath of the familiar recycled air of a ship, she heads for the replicator.  This was one facet she was going to enjoy.::  CMO/SO:  Anyone want something to drink or eat?
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::Ducking her head as the wall above her snaps::
SO_Ens_Hawk says:
@::Entering the conference room::  CSO:  No thanks
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::Ducks behind the stone wall as more disruptor fire blazes overhead and all around::
CSO_LtCmd_Senn says:
@::Looks over at doc as Sky declines::
Host CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
@::Entering the conference room a few moments after Senn and Hawk, focused and distracted:: CSO: Water, please.    ::Drops by a supply cabinet at the side of the room, pulling out a pile of PADDs::
Host CTO_LtCmdr_Damrok says:
::Quietly::  CO/XO:  Now that the entire force is together, I suggest we coordinate cover fire and send a team forward.  We have to keep them pinned down long enough to attack their position directly;  otherwise, this could go on until they burn out their disruptors.
Host SMDrew says:
<Romulan>Outloud:  Starfleet.   We just got word your shuttle was destroyed while trying to leave the planet.   Perhaps now would be a good time to surrender before more of your people are killed.
CSO_LtCmd_Senn says:
@::Orders a glass of water for the doc, and some juice and brownies for herself.  That was one food from Earth she learned to love very quickly and one she usually stayed away from.  But given their current future... ::
CNS_Ens_Foster says:
::Crouching near the captain gripping his rifle, he ducks reflexivly as disrupter fire hits nearby.::
CSO_LtCmd_Senn says:
@::As the replicator chimes its readiness, she pulls out the requested item and takes it to the table.::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::Checks between the two::  CO/CTO: Anything to shut that guy up.
Host CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
@::Slides into place at a seat by the table, distributing the PADDs to Hawk, a place for Senn, and herself, for jotting notes::
Host CTO_LtCmdr_Damrok says:
::Looks to the captain::
CSO_LtCmd_Senn says:
@::Handing the glass to the CMO, she sits and takes a bite of her brownie, deliberately taking a moment to enjoy it.::
CSO_LtCmd_Senn says:
@::With a sigh, she puts the rest aside, and takes a drink of juice before looking down at the empty padd.::  CMO/SO:   Any ideas swirling around in your brains?  Besides abducting the Overton?
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::Nods.  Quietly::  XO/CTO: Coordinate a team Mr. Damrok to head in forward as the rest of us will remain back here for cover fire.
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::Blinks, a little disappointed that she's delegated this to Damrok, but he's too tired to bicker::
SO_Ens_Hawk says:
@CSO/CMO:  As I suggested earlier, if the Overton could pull the capital ships away from orbit, it should be possible to leave a single shuttle here in the nebula until the capital ships are clear, achieve orbit, send a communications probe, then clear out.
CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
@::Shakes her head slightly, as she pulls a PADD round about to face her, and lifts the glass of water for a sip::
SO_Ens_Hawk says:
@CSO/CMO:  At the very least, we could warn the Captain about the surface forces and tell her to hunker down.
CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
@::Tilts her head:: SO: It might work if the Overton could draw off all five.  We'd always be taking the chance even one of the warbirds remained behind and blew the existing shuttle out of space before it had a chance to get a message off.
CSO_LtCmd_Senn says:
@SO:  I am also concerned it will be your last act.
Host CTO_LtCmdr_Damrok says:
::Blinks, a little surprised that she's designated him for the task rather than Davis, but he's got his orders::  CO:  Aye, Captain.  ::Gives a hand signal for his fireteam to begin forming up on him::
SO_Ens_Hawk says:
@::Grins at the CSO::  CSO:  Okay, sis.... you fly the shuttle then.
CSO_LtCmd_Senn says:
@CMO/SO:  Any message we send would be intercepted by the Romulans and most likely decoded, unless you left the captain with some form of code?  And how many people still have a communication device I can make contact through?
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::Nods to Damrok::  CTO: Sticking with an assigned team, or do you want to mix and match with some of the people we've got here?
SO_Ens_Hawk says:
@CMO:  I guess that would depend on how "good" a decoy Captain Scaredy Pants was....  he'd need to annoy them pretty badly.
CSO_LtCmd_Senn says:
@SO:  I would fly rings around you, little brother.
SO_Ens_Hawk says:
@::Rolls his eyes::  CSO:  Uh huh.
Host CTO_LtCmdr_Damrok says:
TO:  Kytides, we'll need sustained cover fire as we continue.  Any lapses will give them a window to fire on us.  Rotate the firearms in and out if necessary, but we'll need almost continuous cover fire.  It's almost four hundred meters up.
CSO_LtCmd_Senn says:
@CMO/SO:  What if... we created a false signal?  One that made the Romulans believe there were other forces relatively nearby?
Host CTO_LtCmdr_Damrok says:
XO:  Are you volunteering, Sir?  ::Looks to him with a repressed grin::
CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
@CSO: Hm. Toward what end, Commander?
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::Looks up, having just overheard the "400 meters" part::  CTO: Well, I don't want to take -all- the fun from you, Commander. But if you need some of these other people mustered, I can get them.
CSO_LtCmd_Senn says:
@CMO:  At the moment, I am looking at Hawk's suggestion... getting everyone away from the planet.  :: looks at Sky::  Not that I am happy with that idea.
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
CTO: Or...::points at an enlisted next to him::...I can get someone to do it. And...now.
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::Looks at Davis and then back to Damrok::
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::Nods::  CTO: Aye, Commander assemble whomever you need.  We will make sure the team is covered from our end.
SO_Ens_Hawk says:
@::Shrugs::  CSO:  By all means come up with a better one.  I have no desire to be a fatality.  But I have even less desire to let the entire away team get butchered because we and Overton aren't there to support their escape.
CNS_Ens_Foster says:
::Watches the officers near him, to see how they are dealing with everything.::
TO_Ens_Kytides says:
CTO:  Aye, Sir.  ::Directs his team to open fire as soon as Damrok's starts to move forward, then taps his commbadge, coordinating other teams into groups so the cover fire will be constant::
CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
@::Nods firmly:: CSO: I agree with Ensign Hawk. Although I much rather select any option that will lead to the continued life and health of every member of our crew, an option that puts only one of us at risk, and presents the opportunity to save the rest of the crew, is an option worth considering.  ::Looks between Hawk and Senn a moment::
CSO_LtCmd_Senn says:
@ CMO/SO:  Another thought... not quite sure if it is usable, but the Romulans know we or someone got away.  What if they thought we had taken their technology with us... assuming that is what they are after?
Host CTO_LtCmdr_Damrok says:
XO:  I plan to move in two waves, one providing cover fire for the other team while the other progresses.  TO:  Kytides, your fireteam will be the second squad up.  You'll cover first while my team moves.
CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
@::Continues:: CSO: If we were able to sent a false signal, just report of additional "unexpected" Romulan reinforcements in the area, without corroborating sensor evidence, might not be especially effective. I'd suggest either finding a way to fake a Romulan presence, or perhaps using the signal for some other purpose if we could indeed successfully fake such a signal.
TO_Ens_Kytides says:
CTO:  Aye, Sir.  ::Looks to his team, already set up to fire and ready to move as well and nods, satisfied::
CSO_LtCmd_Senn says:
@ CMO:  What would be the purpose of faking Romulan reinforcement?
Host CTO_LtCmdr_Damrok says:
::Moves to the front of the line, his fireteam in wait behind him::  TO:  On my mark, Ensign.

ACTION:  More Romulan fire rains down around the area of the security teams.

CSO_LtCmd_Senn says:
@::Looks between the two of them::  CMO/SO:  You have seen this technology, which I have not.  Can it be destroyed?  Would it change anything?  And does the Minister have any suggestions?  After all, this is his world.  He may know of other aspects we have not even thought of.
TO_Ens_Kytides says:
::Nods, aiming high and to the side to give them room to advance::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::Returns fire::
Host CTO_LtCmdr_Damrok says:
TO:  Mark!  ::Begins to make his move up the staircase, his fireteam exchanging pot shots with the Romulans as they go, hugging the wall::
TO_Ens_Kytides says:
Fireteam 2:  Fire!  ::Opens fire with the rest of his team, hoping they're coming close enough to at least distract the Romulans::
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::Glances at Damrok, taking up her own position::  XO/CTO: We will give you added coverage when possible to keep them busy.
CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
@::Shakes her head:: CSO: Mr.s Hawk and Fong work with the array more extensively than I did...However, the equipment is quite large, and since the Romulans had access already, they likely know whether or not they still have access.
CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
@CSO: And I conferred with Grand Minister Belaon via comm on my way to join you two. He regretted he had nothing to contribute toward our cause, as everything about the array is hardwired within the planet.

ACTION:  The Romulans overhead stop firing and duck down below the stone rails of the stairs.

Host CTO_LtCmdr_Damrok says:
Fireteam 1:  Hold and cover!  ::Gets to a crouch and begins laying down cover fire::  Relay the move orders to fireteam two.
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::Holds his fire for a moment, allowing others to provide cover::
CSO_LtCmd_Senn says:
@CMO/SO:  Is it possible to destroy it... after the others get away?  Any possible weaknesses in the area?  Can we send anything to our team that might help them with its destruction?
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::Waits watching as the teams move forward, holding her position on the stairs or now::
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
XO: We're going to have to watch what we use considering we know we have a heavier fire fight ahead outside.
TO_Ens_Kytides says:
::Moves onto and up the staircase when the order comes, team falling in behind him with minimal fire, considering Damrok's team above::
OPS_Lt_Fong says:
::standing around in the back with the rest of the security officers, trading the knowledge of what is going on for the safty of numbers::
CNS_Ens_Foster says:
::Watches as the tactical teams move forward, glad he's not part of one of those teams.::
Host CTO_LtCmdr_Damrok says:
::Continues laying down a heavy blanket of cover fire, watching as Kytides' team begins to move up toward them::
CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
@CSO/SO: Presumably. But it's housed pretty far underground.   And I'm not even sure if that's the "gold star" they're really after, or if there's something even better down below.

ACTION:  A few brief disruptor blasts rain down in between pauses.

CSO_LtCmd_Senn says:
@CMO:  The minister has no idea?
TO_Ens_Kytides says:
::Slips past Damrok's team and continues further up the stairs before crouching down, glad that the enemy fire has slackened mostly::  Fireteam 2: Find cover and fire.  *CTO*:  Set up, Sir.
Host CTO_LtCmdr_Damrok says:
::Begins to make the jump up as Kytides' team reaches position and begins covering...continues steadily up the staircase::

ACTION:  Two of the Romulan ground force turn to see Starfleet security teams on the stairs just below them and begin to fire their disruptors down the stairs.

Host CTO_LtCmdr_Damrok says:
::Begins an assault rush, picking up the pace as he levels his rifle to his shoulder and fires::
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
CNS: I'm sure this is not how you thought you would be starting your assignment Counselor.
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::She keeps looking up watching the two teams as they near the top::
CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
@::Shakes her head:: CSO: The array is, in his opinion, the only thing created by the Xreveans of value substantial enough to warrant this sort of military build-up. But, at least neither the Minister, nor I, have heard any confirmation that it's definitely the array the Romulans are ultimately after...though it's possible.
TO_Ens_Kytides says:
::Curses at the increased fire, taking actual aim now that they're close and hoping Damrok's team makes it up the rest of the stairs quickly so they can find some actual cover::

ACTION:  Two of the Romulans slump to the floor from phaser fire as the rest of the Romulans open fire on the security teams.  One Starfleet security member falls to the floor wounded from disruptor fire.

CSO_LtCmd_Senn says:
@CMO:  I would think he would know.  :: Glances at the chronometer::  We are almost out of the time the captain gave us.
Host CTO_LtCmdr_Damrok says:
::Places cover fire as a couple of the tactical officers drag their wounded comrade back and away from the line of fire::
CNS_Ens_Foster says:
::Doesn't take his eyes off the teams moving up he answers the captain.::  CO:  Not exactly captain, a more controlled and relaxed first meeting is what I had in my mind.
Host CTO_LtCmdr_Damrok says:
::Calls down::  TO:  Move out, we'll hold position here!

ACTION:  Romulan ground forces begin to back slowly up the stairs as they continue to fire down on the security teams.

Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::Hears Damrok's call to the other team::
Host CTO_LtCmdr_Damrok says:
::Crouches at a favorable angle and fires after the retreating Romulans::
TO_Ens_Kytides says:
Fireteam 2:  Advance!  ::Takes a quick breath while coming out of his full crouch, moving further up with his team, keeping up heavy fire while moving::

ACTION:  Another Romulan falls to the floor of the stairs and tumbles down from phaser fire.

Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::Firmly holding her rifle::  CNS: Controlled and relaxed....  ::Pauses for a moment trying to recall what that was like::  I think we would all like a more relaxed environment at this point.  ::A slight grin could almost be seen on her tired face::
CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
@::Shakes her head:: CSO: Grand Minister Belaon has been conscious only the past hour or two, and has had no contact with the Romulans whatsoever. There's no way for him to know exactly what the Romulans are after - only that the only thing of Xrevean origin of considerable value is the array itself.
CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
@CSO/SO: Destroying the array is certainly an eventual possibility, although fraught with its own political repercussions, to say the least.  But for now, either way, we need some sort of plan to recover our Starfleet personnel, or at least get a message to them.

ACTION:  The Romulans pause firing wildly at the advancing Starfleet security team.   A random disruptor blast strikes Ensign Kytides in the right arm.

CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
@CSO/SO: So far we have....sending the Overton to try to draw off the warbirds while a shuttlecraft goes down to warn the crew...?  Any other options?
CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
@CSO/SO: Perhaps something making use of what's left of the Jarrow, given its unique external holoemitteres?
CNS_Ens_Foster says:
CO:  Though I suppose this is a good way to see how the crew reacts under pressure.  ::Smiles.::
CSO_LtCmd_Senn says:
@ CMO:  The captain will not go for it.  We have to have something else.
Host CTO_LtCmdr_Damrok says:
::Watches as Kytides team moves up beyond their position, attacking the next stage of the staircase as his own fireteam continues covering...then sees Kytides fall and an increase in the Romulan fire::  Fireteam 1:  Advance!  They've opened themselves up to counter!  ::Fires a barrage of quick bursts toward the Romulan position as they move::
CSO_LtCmd_Senn says:
@ CMO: I might be able to do something with the holoemitters, but it would take time.
Host CTO_LtCmdr_Damrok says:
::Sends one of his fireteam back to request reinforcements from the rest of their unit::
SO_Ens_Hawk says:
@::Frowns::  CMO:  I don't think we really have time to be putting together much technology.  The Captain and her team were trying to get to the surface as we left.
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::Nods::  CNS: Aye, that it is.  I am sure you will have plenty to do once this is all over and we actually get some rest.
TO_Ens_Kytides says:
::Curses, rifle clattering to the floor as he slumps against the wall to his side, motioning his team past while reaching for his phaser::  Fireteam 2:  Continue up!

ACTION:  The Romulans begin to fire as they once again pull back up the stairs.

CNS_Ens_Foster says:
CO:  How long have you been here?  Wasn't able to get many details before I beamed in.
CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
@SO: Just running all angles. The Jarrow still has warp engines, and at least some of the holoemitters were functional last I knew...although we've taken some fire since then.
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::Watches as one of the fireteam from Damrok's group arrives.  With a few words she nods and motions for the others to advance::  All: Move out.
Host CTO_LtCmdr_Damrok says:
Fireteam 2:  Hold and cover here!  ::Continues his charge up the stairs with his fireteam, still hugging the wall and choosing his shots carefully as he attempts to rout the Romulans here rather than let them establish position again::
TO_Ens_Kytides says:
::Starts up again toward his team, injured arm tucked carefully against his body, resuming fire with his phaser::
CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
@SO/CSO: The Jarrow itself could only be used to possibly get a message to the surface, similar to the shuttle. But with its holoemitter technology, there's also possibility of using as a decoy, giving the Overton itself greater opportunities.
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::Raises an eyebrow as she makes her way up the stairs::  CNS: I am unclear as to the stardate.  But, I would guess 7 to 8 days.
CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
@CSO/SO: Whether that's simply to help draw off warbirds, allowing the shuttle to get the message to the surface, or if the Jarrow could somehow distract the warbirds...even draw them to the other side of the planet, long enough to allow the Overton to swoop in and at least try to get a transporter lock and pull everyone off the surface....
CSO_LtCmd_Senn says:
@ CMO:  But what would entice the Roumlans to go after it, unless they thought we knew or had something they wanted?
CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
@CSO/SO: And if not, at least still get a message off itself.

@ACTION:  Lights on the Overton begin to fade in and out briefly.  The flash of ionized gas swirls from outside the windows.

CSO_LtCmd_Senn says:
@ :: looks up concerned, the illusion of safety fading more.::
SO_Ens_Hawk says:
@CMO/CSO:  There is that small issue of no engines with the Jarrow...  maybe the Overton could transport it into space, then we could set up something with the holo transmitters to attract Romulan attention?  ::looks doubtful::
CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
@CSO: Go--  ::Breaks off as she glances around, the tell-tale signs of their entrance to the nebula eliciting a sigh::
CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
@SO: No impulse engines. But we did have warp engines still?

ACTION:  Two more Romulans fall to phaser fire.  The remaining Romulan begins a sprint up the stairs.

CNS_Ens_Foster says:
::Gripping his rifle he moves up with the captain.::  CO:  Has it been this intense the entire time?
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::Continues her advance staying close to the wall as she goes, the remaining team following behind her, she can still hear the fire fight ahead as they get closer::
OPS_Lt_Fong says:
::Looks up as the troops around him begin moving out then trudges after them::
TO_Ens_Kytides says:
::Makes it back to his team and crouches down with them, firing up at the fleeing Romulan::
SO_Ens_Hawk says:
@CMO:  Sort of...  they did show as online, but it's been a long time since I saw that many warning and alert screens.  Maybe a short warp burst at best.
Host CTO_LtCmdr_Damrok says:
::Calls out::  TO:  They're routed!  All forces advance!  Fireteam 1:  Sensor eyes on above.  Make sure we're not moving into a trap!  ::Continues to press the advantage, taking well-placed shots where he thinks he can get away with it::
Host CTO_LtCmdr_Damrok says:
::Increases the speed of his advance, trying to get his team a clear shot at the last Romulan::
TO_Ens_Kytides says:
::Resumes movement up the stairs, team in tow, a stray thought wishing the break had been a bit longer::
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
::Nods::  CNS: Unfortunately yes Counselor.  And I don't see any relief anytime soon.
CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
@SO: A possibility to run, then...   I imagine a more thorough check wouldn't take long by the Overton flight crew.  ::Checks the chronometer:: Aaand...the Captain's team could be reaching the surface any time now....or later, if they were delayed in any way.

ACTION:  Damrok fires at the back of the Romulan right before it turns to climb the next set of stairs.   The phaser blast hits its mark and the Romulan falls against the wall of the staircase.

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