ARC 14 - Blowing Kisses in the Wind - Mission 14 - 11312.10

Summary:  With the briefing long over the senior officers have devoted their time and energy in Holodeck.  Medical and engineering continue to work on reconstructing a simulated torpedo from the outpost scans.  Meanwhile science teams work on the complex string of calculations to maintain a stable combination between the Protomatter, Thalaron and Bio-mimetic gel.  With five hours passing quickly the simulations and models are almost ready to test.

SCENE:  The Claymore now parked within a mass of old Orion vessel debris with all external lights turned off.  Passive scans look out into the surrounding area.  The Claymore's fighter groups are also hidden within the 350,000km debris field keeping a watchful eye on the Claymore.

******************************* Resume Mission ********************************

MO Ens Stevens says:
::Looks over the spinning model on her PADD comparing it to her memory of the torpedo she saw.::
XO LtCmdr Damrok says:
::On the bridge in the second chair, reviewing the tactical procedures Kytides has put into place::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::In the main science lab, basically looking over the shoulder of Zin and Amethyst.::
OPS Lt Fong says:
::Standing near a holographic control console quietly listening::
aOPS LtJG Kendal says:
::On the bridge at the operations station::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Walks out of her ready room and over to the center of the bridge::
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Outside the holodeck once more, tweaking parameters from the exterior controls::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Nods to Damrok::  XO: Commander.
XO LtCmdr Damrok says:
::Stands::  CO:  Captain.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
XO: Any status from the holodeck team?
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Reaches between the pair:: SO Yera: Try this sequence.  That should at least create a bond between the last element.
CNS Lt Foster says:
::In his office reviewing his schedule of appointments making a few adjustments here and there.::
CEO LtJG Penn says:
::Steps up to Lt. Fong:: OPS: Sir, did you have a chance to look at the files we could not access when you came aboard earlier?
CAG Cptn Hawk says:
::Watching people much smarter than he is work the models, notes an updated report coming in::  *XO*:  The fighter screens passive scans only show a few Orion vessels passing within 5 light years of the Claymore.  There isn't any indication we've been detected and none of the passing vessels even paused.
XO LtCmdr Damrok says:
CO:  Nothing in the last fifteen minutes or so.  Things seem to be coming along.  Mister Kytides has begun setting up tactical contingencies for dealing with--  ::Is coincidentally interrupted by Hawk's message::
SO Idina says:
::Shakes her head as she watches what the three were doing.::  All:  You realize what this means if you succeed.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Looks over her shoulder::  SO Idina:  Unfortunately, yes.
XO LtCmdr Damrok says:
*CAG*:  Roger that.  Thank you for the report, Mister Hawk.  Let me know if anything changes.  ::Looks to T'Shara, ensuring she heard the comm as well, then takes a note of it to his PADD::
CAG Cptn Hawk says:
*XO* Aye, sir.
OPS Lt Fong says:
::Checks over the holodeck's model and looks over at the CEO.  The Ferengi is still wearing his civilian clothing purple and navy geometric shapes cover neatly tailored slacks, shirt and jacket.  Gold trim outlines the lapels and edges of his head wrap.:: CEO: I have not had a chance to yet.  Been a little busy.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Nods::  XO: Let us hope nothing does change. But, in past experience we know that is not always the case.
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Adjusts another parameter, then hits her combadge:: *MO*: Raeyld to Stevens, how's that looking?
XO LtCmdr Damrok says:
CO:  We do, Sir.  ::Sits back down again::  As I was saying, Mister Kytides is preparing tactical for torpedo defense.  He has some good ideas.
SO Kazana says:
SO Idina:  Not that we have much choice.  ::Does not look up.::
CTO Lt Kytides says:
::Rubs at his eyes as he stands from his seat in his office, having gone as far into simulations as he wants to just in case the full holodeck reconstruction turns up anything that changes how best to deal with the torpedoes::
MO Ens Stevens says:
*CMO*: Ummm, shiny? It looks as close as I can remember.
CEO LtJG Penn says:
OPS: Of course, the data stores are rigged up to a computer console down in Cargo bay 2.
SO Kazana says:
CSO:  OK... that worked.  Now, go ahead and activate the radiation field.  I will activate the high density magnetic field right after that.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Nods and shifts closer as Amethyst steps off to the side.::
OPS Lt Fong says:
::Nods slightly as he makes sure the simulation parameters are matching with standard laws of physics:: CEO: What seems to be the problem?
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Tweaks something, then tries again:: *MO*: How about the radiation signature...how does it compare to the scans we took?
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Takes the seat next to Damrok, so they can continue their talk.  Taps her commbadge::  *CNS*: T'Shara to Counselor Foster.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::As they input the parameters, they step back to allow the simulation to go through as naturally as possible::
CNS Lt Foster says:
::Leans forward in his chair hitting his commbadge.::  *CO*:  Foster here captain.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Taps her commbadge again:: *CNS*: If you are not busy I would like you to join Commander Damrok and myself on the bridge.
SO Yera says:
::Watching::  All: Alright... it seems to be holding.  Let's take this to the holodeck.  I would rather simulate blowing that up then the lab.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
XO: Excellent.  Please what are some of his ideas Commander.
MO Ens Stevens says:
::Reviews the data coming through the PADD:: *CMO*: Hmmm, it seems a little high. Go back down a little.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Lifts a brow with a touch of humor and nods in agreement.  As the four of them grab their padds, she takes the simulation they had started in hand and heads out of the lab.::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
XO: I want the Counselor to join us so he can fill us in on his talk with Doctor Coxs.
CNS Lt Foster says:
*CO*:  On my way captain.  ::Reaches over and shuts off his computer before heading out of his office into the turbolift.::  Computer: Bridge.
CEO LtJG Penn says:
::Walks up to the MO:: MO: Doctor .. how can I help here?
OPS Lt Fong says:
::Watches the CEO walk away after apparently leaving the problem with him.::
XO LtCmdr Damrok says:
CO:  Standard point-defense procedures apply, but he's working on formulating some strategies that were based on our successful tactics for countering Vroa torpedoes.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
*CO*:  Captain, we have found a way to keep the mixture stable... basically using a radiation field which is a match to that found on the torpedo casing.  We are heading to the holodeck to blow it up... if we are not lucky.
MO Ens Stevens says:
CEO: Oh yes. This is...well, it supposed to be a torpedo.
CTO Lt Kytides says:
::Spreads his fingers and raises his hand to give a cursory rub at his temples before deciding to venture up to the bridge to get more immediate information::
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Purses her lips, and adjusts it back down:: *MO*: Okay.. Now?
CEO LtJG Penn says:
::Glances back at Fong:: OPS: One second sir ..
CEO LtJG Penn says:
OPS: I want to know what parameters are needed exactly.
MO Ens Stevens says:
*CMO*: That looks better
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
*MO*: How far is it still off?
XO LtCmdr Damrok says:
CO:  I think he'll be on his way to the bridge, shortly;  he can probably give you further details when he arrives.
CEO LtJG Penn says:
::Looks at the object in question:: MO: The computer did not accept the details from the files recovered? Hmm
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::As they enter the lift, she turns slightly for the others to join her.::  *CMO*:  Doc, we have a present.  Unfortunately, it is not one you can return.
CEO LtJG Penn says:
::Walks back to Fong:: OPS: Let’s see what we can do..
CTO Lt Kytides says:
::Grabs a PADD off his desk and moves into and out of the armory, looking at it occasionally as he walks toward a turbolift::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
XO: Excellent.  Sounds like he has a good plan or at least a start not knowing what we're up against.
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Blink:: *CSO*: Why am I not sure how joyous I am at that announcement?
MO Ens Stevens says:
*CMO*: About 2 or three of those tiny ticks marks...whatever those are. CEO: I never did well in science. Except biology
CNS Lt Foster says:
::Steps off the lift onto the bridge moving down to the command center.::  CO/XO:  Captain, Commander.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
*CSO*: Good work Commander.  Make sure all safety protocols are used when you test and keep me posted.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Looks up to Foster as he enters the bridge.::  CNS: Counselor please have a seat.
CEO LtJG Penn says:
::Tries to reload the schematics from the recovered data:: OPS: Could there be gapes in the recovered file? Maybe we should check the file integrity ..
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Raises an eyebrow::  *CSO*: Senn this radiation field you speak of could that have anything to do with the radiation the people on the station were affected by?
XO LtCmdr Damrok says:
CNS:  Hello, Counselor.  ::Smiles and nods once::
CNS Lt Foster says:
::Moves over and takes his chair on the bridge.::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Steps off the lift and turns to head down the hall to see Raeyld::  CMO:  For some reason, the captain wants the safety protocols on.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CNS: We were just going over some information.
CTO Lt Kytides says:
::Enters the lift and orders it to the bridge, spending a couple more moments looking over the PADD before lowering it to his side::
CEO LtJG Penn says:
OPS: Or perhaps we just need to turn off the holodeck safety ? ::Gives him a look that is sort of uncertain::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
*CO*: It is possible.  I would ask the doc.  She did the scans of the bodies.
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Finally stands from her place:: CSO: And that's a gift?
OPS Lt Fong says:
::Looks over the console display making sure that the rest of the simulation fits standard parameters. He nods acknowledgement to the CEO then turns to the medical officer:: MO: I've set up the simulation itself.  Assuming the device works under known and understood laws of physics and mathematics you shouldn't have a problem.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CNS: How did it go with Doctor Coxs?  Were you able to get any more information on how he survived or what happened on the station?
CO Capt T’Shara says:
*CSO*: Aye, Commander will do.  T'Shara out.
OPS Lt Fong says:
::Gives the CEO a cryptic look:: CEO: I don't think that would be a healthy move.  CEO/MO: I'll go take a look at cargo bay 2 then, and see what I can learn.
CEO LtJG Penn says:
OPS: Perhaps not, but just wondered if the holodeck will let us build the model to spec with the safety on?
XO LtCmdr Damrok says:
::Turns slightly, giving Foster his full attention::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Seriousness enters her voice::  CMO:  Unfortunately...  ::Stops as she looks at the containment field. ::  Basically, the reactants are wrapped in a radiation field similar to that on the torpedo casing, placed in a high density magnetic field, waiting to be mixed.  Technically, the matrix will mix with the three ractants once the chemicals..
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
CMO: ...are deployed
OPS Lt Fong says:
::Nods slightly to himself:: CEO: We will see what we need to do.  Would you mind coming with me to the cargo bay and showing me your setup?
CEO LtJG Penn says:
::Looks back to the MO:: MO: Doctor, can you spare me for a few minutes?
MO Ens Stevens says:
CEO: Ya, I think we've done enough damage here for now.
CEO LtJG Penn says:
MO: I will be back to help loading the chemicals.
CNS Lt Foster says:
::Nods.::  CO:  Not as much as I had hoped for but I think most of that is because he truly didn't know.  He was in the cargo bay when the initial attack happened, he said he felt a few thumps and the station shook.  He stayed in the cargo bay for a while before venturing out and by then many were already dead or dying.  He helped those that he could but most were too far gone.  A few days later people showed up claiming to be Starfleet, dressed in black uniforms, they took samples and started killing people.  A week or so later they came back to finish up those they could find.
CEO LtJG Penn says:
::Nods to Fong:: OPS: Okay lets go look at the data modules.
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Blinks, somewhat tiredly:: CSO: All right. And is that not possible with the safeties on?
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CNS: How did he manage to keep undetected all those times?
OPS Lt Fong says:
::Picks up his bag from under the console and heads for the door.:: MO: If you need anything give me a call.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Looks over at Damrok::  XO: Section 31 or special ops
CTO Lt Kytides says:
::Blinks as the turbolift doors open, the fact that he nearly lost himself in thought causing a grimace before he covers both as much as he can and moves onto the bridge, scanning it for a moment and, with Damrok busy and both tactical consoles taken, moving to take up the empty mission operations console::
CEO LtJG Penn says:
::Follows Lt. Fong::
MO Ens Stevens says:
*CMO*: 2 things. One: the radiation traces are right but the inner casing no longer matches the scans. Two: You're doing this from outside the holodeck because why again?
CNS Lt Foster says:
CO:  A section of the cargo bay was shielded protected him from the radiation and from scans.
XO LtCmdr Damrok says:
CO:  I have considered the possibility.  I don't think his story is complete, or that he is entirely trustworthy.  We have been watching him closely, both with security posted within the brig, and with various instruments outside the brig itself, looking for unusual transmissions or any sign that he's managed to bring technology aboard.
OPS Lt Fong says:
::Pauses in the hall to not look at Raeyld before heading for the turbolifts::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Looks carefully at the doctor::  CMO:  Safeties should be fine.  Let’s go put it in place and see what happens.  So far, our simulations have been close, but not yet it..  We get about 80-90% stability about 80% of the time.  I think your torpedo may be the final 'ingredient'.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
XO: And have you been able to detect anything?
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CNS: What do you think Counselor is he telling the truth or do you think he's hiding something?
XO LtCmdr Damrok says:
CO:  No, we haven't seen anything, yet.  It is possible that he simply happened upon a hiding place onboard the station -- a hiding place that would be quite common on a station of its nature, given the need to keep certain equipment, goods, or individuals away from prying eyes.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Nods::  XO: Agreed.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
XO/CNS: Either way it sounds like our theory was right that someone was using the station as a test site.
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Aware as Fong passes through the doors and down to the turbolift, but keeps her attention focused on Senn:: CSO: All right. Sounds like Stevens nearly has it set. I just need to follow up on something she sent me.  ::Nods, and taps her commbadge:: *MO*: Raeyld here.  I'll work on the casing interior. Is it...too shiny?
CNS Lt Foster says:
CO:  It’s hard to say, he doesn't trust us for obvious reason and I think he's telling the truth for the most part just not likely all of it.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Simply nods and waits::
OPS Lt Fong says:
::Steps into the Lift and presses the button for the stop nearest to Cargo bay 2:: CEO: How long have you been aboard?
CEO LtJG Penn says:
OPS: Just a few days. When we departed Federation space.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Raises an eyebrow::  CNS: Understandable given what he just lived through.
OPS Lt Fong says:
::Nods considering as the lift begins moving:: CEO: Have you had a chance to get settled in?
CEO LtJG Penn says:
OPS: No, not really now that I think of it I am not even sure where the mess is.
MO Ens Stevens says:
::Smiles:: *CMO*: The magnetic field isn't strong enough.
XO LtCmdr Damrok says:
::Nods slowly::  CO:  If it was simply a test...then it seems it was successful, which means they may be preparing for full-scale implementation.  ::Sits back in his chair, his face set in a grave frown::
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
*MO*: Compensating... Hold on.  ::Kneels once more beside the controls::
OPS Lt Fong says:
::Nods slightly:: CEO: Once we get off shift I'll have to show you where it is...what was your previous assignment? ::Steps out of the lift and heads towards the cargo bay::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Looks down momentarily and then over at both men::  XO/CNS: Aye, it does Commander.  That's why we need to hope our teams are successful with reconstructing the torpedoes and tests they are running in the holodeck
CO Capt T’Shara says:
XO/CNS: The question is what or who are they preparing to hit
CEO LtJG Penn says:
::As the lift comes to a stop he steps off and heads to the left through the door to the cargo bay:: OPS: Okay in here we have a console tied into 2 data modules they appear to be sharing the same data and redundantly supporting each other. 30% of the data is still un-readable.
XO LtCmdr Damrok says:
::Tilts his head slightly::  CO:  ...Why do you think they would choose this time to make a play on Deep Space Three?  Besides the station itself, it wouldn't seem that there are any targets of substantial tactical value.
SO Yera says:
::Quietly waits next to the other two, uncertain whether she wants this to work or not.::
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Jiggers with the computer another moment, and briefly wonders why on earth a doctor with working with these nonsensical controls, instead of an engineering or operations officer, or anyone with more training than required of a basic medical certification...then finishes with a quick thump on the box:: *MO*: Okay...how's that?
CEO LtJG Penn says:
OPS: I was at the shipyards on mars for my first assignment. This is my first ship assignment.
CNS Lt Foster says:
::Looks up at the mention of Deep Space Three, did he miss something.::
XO LtCmdr Damrok says:
CO:  However, removing the station from consideration would indicate that there is something in the sector that they do want.
MO Ens Stevens says:
*CMO*: That's better. Hard to tell exactly. Not sure what this looked like when it hit. Any word from science.
OPS Lt Fong says:
::Ignores the console drawing a tricorder from his bag and scanning over the modules:: CEO: What recovery algorithms have you run?

ACTION:  The torpedo within the holodeck is now an exact match to the scans.  Although the torpedo on the station wasn't under power at the time of the scans.

CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Almost smiles as the doc thumps the console.::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Raises en eyebrow and looks over at Damrok, slightly::  XO: But, what in that sector would be that important.
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
*MO*: Something about radiation and chemical intermixes and the doom and death of all inorganics...or something.  ::Glances up at Senn:: She should probably explain it to you herself. ::Smiles wryly::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CNS: Counselor what do you think?
XO LtCmdr Damrok says:
::Shakes his head::  CO:  Nothing.  ::Stares at the viewscreen for a half minute::
CEO LtJG Penn says:
OPS: Triliniar covariant, Most All the standard stuff.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Smiles, shaking her head and orders the doors to open.::
XO LtCmdr Damrok says:
Kendal:  Mister Kendal -- what is the nearest Federation outpost to our present position, discounting Deep Space Three?
MO Ens Stevens says:
*CMO*: Why do I get the feeling that you're going to get some kind of sick enjoyment out of watching me shudder at what they're going to show me?
CEO LtJG Penn says:
OPS: I better get back to the holodeck. We left the Medical staff with a bunch of Advanced Engineering things and potential explosives ...
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Not really needing the rest of the team, she does not want to deprive them of... whatever happens.  So she enters, but leaves them behind.::  MO:  Nah... the captain already said I did not have permission to blow up the ship.
OPS Lt Fong says:
::Scans over the connections and cables as he looks thoughtful:: CEO: What encryption was in place on the modules?
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
*MO*: Now now...who have you been talking to?  Captain Hawk?  I'm sure it was Captain Hawk.  

SCENE:  The large black torpedo hovers in the middle of the holodeck.  Its good shaped warhead stands out from the otherwise sleek design.  Just aft of the warhead is an open access hatch showing the magnetic chambers waiting to be loaded.

CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Looks up to the viewscreen::
CNS Lt Foster says:
CO:  I think i missed something captain, what’s this about Deep Space three?
MO Ens Stevens says:
CSO: Well I'm glad for that at least. ::Smiles warmly:: *CMO*: No but now I know who I need to go talk to, thanks.
XO LtCmdr Damrok says:
::Drums on his right armrest with his forefinger, clearly in thought and mostly oblivious to the extant conversation::
CTO Lt Kytides says:
::Tilts his head at the conversation but continues occasionally glancing to the scans and considering how best to improve countermeasures::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Walking up to the casing, she looks it over before looking at the new doc.::  MO:  Alright... let us see what happens when we mix the components.
MO Ens Stevens says:
CSO: Should I get a shield first?
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Then looks up::  MO:  Nothing wrong with my brother... and everything.  ::Reaches for the panel.::  Not yet... let us put this in.
CEO LtJG Penn says:
OPS: It was a mix sir, of Orion, federation and even Ferengi ... It seems to rotate every 15 minutes.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
MO:  This should fit into the magnetic chamber. ::Looking inside.::
MO Ens Stevens says:
*CMO*: Are you coming in to watch the fireworks?
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Turns in her seat toward Foster::  CNS: I'm sorry Counselor you were busy in the brig when we got the news.  Section 31 declared martial law and took over DS3.  Admiral Cosgrave and a few others managed to escape before they arrived.
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Sighs heavily at Steven's pronouncement of talking to Hawk, but shakes it off:: *MO*: I'll monitor from here, thanks.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::After some minor, careful, manipulation she locks it in and steps back.::
XO LtCmdr Damrok says:
::Rubs his chin with his left hand::  CO:  I think perhaps we were thinking with a bit too narrow a scope...too mission-specific.  Beyond all other possible short-range objectives, a man like Takit has one chief, overriding motivation:  to operate freely and without hindrance.
OPS Lt Fong says:
::Spends a few more moments scanning the devices before moving to the console:: CEO: nice bit of work connecting them to our systems, that couldn't have been easy.
XO LtCmdr Damrok says:
CO:  His obstacles, then, are those who know about him.  He removed Cosgrave and Deep Space Three from play, and in doing so, he isolated us in Orion space.
XO LtCmdr Damrok says:
::Sits forward a bit::  CO:  I think we're the target.
CNS Lt Foster says:
::Looks over at the XO and frowns in thought at that.::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Closing the panel, she enters the command before looking up.::  MO:  Alright.
CEO LtJG Penn says:
::His face turns a bit pink:: OPS: I had someone from my department help a bit. Chief Petty Officer's know a lot ... especially the ones that have been on the Claymore for a while.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Looks to Damrok::  XO: We're the target....  Why the Claymore?  Because we know of his existence?  
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
*CMO*: Doc, you ready?
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
*CSO*: On your mark, Commander.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
MO:  Alright... let’s head off to the side.
aOPS LtJG Kendal says:
::Pulls up star charts:: XO: How big are you looking sir? Starbase wise the nearest I can find is Deep Space Nine...  Most everything is more than 20 light years from our current position.
XO LtCmdr Damrok says:
CO:  What is there that he can't do with Claymore and Cosgrave out of the picture?  If he wants control, if he wants to foolproof all future plans...he needs to rid himself of possible complications.  We are complications, and the Takits of the universe deal with complications first, then take what they want.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Not quite holding her breath:: *CMO*:  Launch.

ACTION:  A medium station appears within the holodeck as the yellow lines fade and the vastness of space appears.

MO Ens Stevens says:
CSO: Right-o. ::Follows the others:: You know, they never really tell you about this part of the fun back in the academy.
XO LtCmdr Damrok says:
::Almost as an aside::  Kendal:  Anything.  Doesn't really matter.  Any station at which we might likely expect to be reinforced with something more than a set of pulse phaser cannons.
CAG Cptn Hawk says:
::Moves to stand by the CSO::  CSO:  Betcha you miss.

ACTION: The torpedo fires its warp drive and speeds towards the station.

OPS Lt Fong says:
::Pats the CEO on the shoulder:: CEO: Smart for a human. Who was it? ::Pulls up the file information frowning slightly::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Looks at her brother, somehow having missed him.::  CAG:  Where did you come from?
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Keeps a close eye on what occurs.  They would go through the data later with a fine tooth comb.::
CAG Cptn Hawk says:
CSO:  Been here all the time detective...  just being quiet.  Not sure what value I would add to this  ::Gestures around him::

SCENE: The torpedo warhead glows red as the plasma injectors go online moments before impact.  Hit hits the station punching a large hole in the outer deck.   The station rocks as dampeners fail.

CSO Cmdr Senn says:
CAG:  Anything...  looks for anything at all.
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Monitors the entire sh-bang from the controls exterior to the holodeck, a 2-d image for her to watch, as well as streams of data::
XO LtCmdr Damrok says:
CO:  Sector ninety-seven simply doesn't possess any targets of strategic or shock value.  So the objective is either something we cannot conceive or account, or something long-term.  I doubt he wants to wage open war with the Breen, or drag the Federation itself into open conflict. Based on what I've read, that doesn't seem like his operating mode.
aOPS LtJG Kendal says:
::Scrolls:: XO: The only other option I see is Ferengi space.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
MO: I can think of more enjoyable ways to play with the holodeck... honest.  Fewer nightmares.
CEO LtJG Penn says:
::Looks at Fong a bit uncertain:: OPS: Not looking for talent for Operations department are you? ::wondering if he would really snipe from him::

SCENE:  The warhead cools and the magnetics release the reactants into the exhaust chambers.  They mix and within seconds the side of the station begins to dissolve into a heavy liquid.

MO Ens Stevens says:
CSO: You'll have to show me sometime, we didn't have these back home
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Shudders as she watches.  She could only imagine what the people near at hand would have gone through.  Steps closer to the station.::
CAG Cptn Hawk says:
CSO:  Did your station have shields raised?
OPS Lt Fong says:
::Shakes his head as he reaches into his bag:: CEO: I wouldn't dream of it.  May re-assign him to help out when we are short...But let’s be honest operations and engineering work together so often that the NCOs have a lot of crossover skills.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Slightly distracted::  MO: Sure...

SCENE:  As the hull of the station dissolves it becomes weak and the entire station implodes under the massive strain.

CO Capt T’Shara says:
XO: Agreed it doesn't seem like his operating mode.  And you’re correct with us and Cosgrave out of the way he could do whatever he wanted.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Shakes her head with a sigh::  CAG/MO:  Back to the drawing board.  Unless this was what was supposed to happen and we succeeded and they did not.
CEO LtJG Penn says:
::Nods:: OPS: I will check the duty roster and get you the name.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
Computer:  Pause and replay.  Take it at one-third speed.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
XO: So that comes back to the station and why test.  Is it meant for us or the next part of his plan once we are out of the way.
OPS Lt Fong says:
::Frowns more as he flips through other screens:: CEO: Get it for you. Know your NCOs names...I'd even say learn them before you learn the officer's names.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
MO: My mixture was probably off.  We will need to try a couple of variations.  I think I know which one... we debated the amount.
Computer says:
CSO:  Simulation paused.  Replaying at one third speed.   ::The computer begins to play back the simulation inside the holodeck.::
XO LtCmdr Damrok says:
Kendal:  Acknowledged.  ::Sits back in his seat::
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
CAG: Hmmm... I do not know.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
*CMO*:  Doc, did you give the station shields?
CAG Cptn Hawk says:
CSO:  The way the torpedo impacted, it would seem no.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
CAG:  I would think the original one was not prepared for something like this.
XO LtCmdr Damrok says:
CO:  Both, possibly.  It is a weapon of mass annihilation -- he could probably extort or terrorize any government he chose with a large arsenal.
CAG Cptn Hawk says:
CSO:  I was actually thinking of something else....  with what we know now, could we actually build one of these?
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
::Murmurs slightly over the comm, as she has to access the computer controls once more...as if she didn't spend plenty of time creating her own holodeck programs...but this is not how she ever intended to use that practice:: *CSO*: Looks like shields were up... You want them down?
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Looks seriously and sadly at Sky::  CAG: Yes... but it would take much more testing.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
CAG:  I guess that was your answer.
CAG Cptn Hawk says:
::Shakes his head at the CMO's question::  CSO:  Up is good....  I'm wondering what one of these would do to a starship.... say one that's about 4 times larger than we are and outguns us by at least that much.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
*CMO*: Yes, we can try without.  There could be something in the shields energy involved.
CO Capt T’Shara says:
::Raises an eyebrow, glancing back at Kendal and then back to the viewscreen::  XO/CNS: Ferengi space.....
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
*CMO*: Never mind...
XO LtCmdr Damrok says:
::Looks back to the viewscreen::  CO:  We are essentially without reinforcement, out here...and we can't stay forever.  When we leave, we could be detected well before reaching any friendly reinforcement.
CNS Lt Foster says:
CO/XO:  Another question to consider is what this all has to do with Vell's daughter and the theft of the Jarrow is he working with her?  Or is she the cause of his actions?
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
CAG: We would not have a prayer of a chance.  But remember, the station was still there.  So if done right, the ship should still be there.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
CAG: I would think there are better ways of commandeering a ship though... I should know... it has happened before.
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
*CSO*: So...Keep the shields up for the next run?
CAG Cptn Hawk says:
CSO:  You misunderstand me sis...  I'm wondering if we could take out the Conqueror if we figured out a way to launch this at it.
OPS Lt Fong says:
::Pulls a Ferengi padd from his bag and starts typing, coding something::  CEO: What do you think of the Claymore?
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Turns her full attention on her brother::
CO Capt T’Shara says:
CNS: Good point Counselor.  But, how could she be the cause of his actions?  I guess we need to find out if they even know each other.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Looks at the damage done.  Quietly:: CAG:  You realize what this would do to anything living?
CAG Cptn Hawk says:
::Shrugs::  CSO:  I do, and I agree it's a horrible thought.  But do you know that the Conqueror will do to us if we're forced to engage?
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
::Simply sighs.::
CEO LtJG Penn says:
OPS: It's amazing really ... It’s so powerful, and bigger than I expected.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
MO: Do you have enough data to analyze what happened?
CO Capt T’Shara says:
XO: I know Commander.  But, what options at this point do we have.  Stay in hiding or face being detected by the Conqueror.
MO Ens Stevens says:
::Looks at Hawk with a blank look:: CSO: Yes, I cna take some good findings. Are we running the other test?
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
*CMO*:  Yes.  We need to find the right chemical mixture to keep the station itself from imploding.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
MO:  Yes.
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
*CSO*: Yes...that would be nice, I imagine.
XO LtCmdr Damrok says:
CO:  We need to think of a way to change the rules entirely.  If we govern our decisions by those two options he has laid out for us, we do what he wants either way.  We need a third option.
CSO Cmdr Senn says:
*CMO*: Not really doc... but we would understand better what they had originally done.
CMO Cmdr Raeyld says:
*CSO*: Mmhmm. Let me know when you have the chemical half done, and we'll launch again.

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