Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
Only the Good Die Young - Mission 46 - Stardate: 11901.15
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
Summary:  The Jarrow and Okanagan have departed from the Claymore and have warped towards uncharted space leading closer to the Vroa.  They hope to find transports, small bands of colonists, or survivors of Vroa attacks.  Meanwhile, the Claymore jumps to warp behind the shuttles and crew begin trying to contact the Cabowee.
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
****************** Resume Mission - Time lapse was 1 hour *******************
Host XO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
::Sitting in the center chair on the bridge, leaning forward with his elbows on his knees::
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
@::Taps controls to make minor adjustments to the course.::
CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
::Standing on the bridge of the Claymore; glances to Commander Damrok::
MO_LtJg_Stevens says:
@::on the Jarrow, reviewing the data from sensors::
MO_LtJg_Stevens says:
@ CO: Captain, I'm seeing a heavy cruiser and another vessel about twelve light years away. The cruiser is likely Vroa but I'm unsure at this range
MO_LtJg_Stevens says:
@CO: Bearing.... zero-one-two-point-one, but still just the two vessels
Host XO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
::Glances to his PADD a moment, then just frowns and stands, setting it down on the chair before pacing very slowly back and forth, arms folded and staring at the deck::
CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
::Steps around to the command center of the bridge, and pauses near Damrok's pacing route::
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
@::Turns to Stevens.::  MO: Noted.  Continue to monitor...  ::Makes a course correction to 012.1.::  Let’s see if we can get a better view.
Host XO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
::Looks up::  CMO:  Doctor.
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
@COMM:  Claymore: XO: Commander, we have picked up a Vroa Heavy Cruiser and another vessel.  We are going to adjust our heading to take a look.  I'm going to bring the Jarrow to stealth operations.
MO_LtJg_Stevens says:
@CO: Roger that. ::brings up the Cruiser and the other ship on another screen::
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
@::Taps the controls and brings up the stealth operations controls.::  MO: Let’s make it a little harder for them to detect us.  ::Turns on the stealth operations mode.::
Host XO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
COM: Jarrow:  Acknowledged.  We'll hold formation until we hear otherwise.  ::Looks to Kendal briefly::  OPS:  Notify Okanagan that Jarrow will be diverting.
Host XO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
CMO:  I'm sorry, Doctor.  Is there anything I can do for you?
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
ACTION:  The NX Jarrow shimmers for a moment and merges into the background of space.  The Jarrow's space frame morphs, making it a much smaller and harder to detect sensor target.
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
ACTION:  Claymore loses sensor contact with the Jarrow.
CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
::Takes a deep breath:: XO: You'd requested a briefing on our Cabowee communications plan...
Host XO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
CMO:  That's correct.  ::Folds his hands behind his back::  Do you have something together?
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
@MO:  Okay, I'll bring us in to short range sensor range.   ETA should be within four hours.
MO_LtJg_Stevens says:
@CO: Good to know. I'll keep the ships up here and let you know if we get more information in the meantime.
MO_LtJg_Stevens says:
@CO: Also, Captain, this stealth is giving me a bit of anxiety. I know it says “stealth,” but one shot from that cruiser....
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
@MO: We will be safe at short range and we can always outrun them.  Direct combat would not be an option for us unless that cruiser is heavily damaged already.
CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
XO: Yes, Sir. ::Reaches into her bag and withdraws a PADD, offering it to Damrok::
Host XO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
::Takes the PADD and starts reading it over::
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
@MO:  And personally I don’t want to give them a chance to call friends.
CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
XO: As you can see, although there are technically three options, the first is considerably low-reward: Sending a one-way message to the Cabowee. We would also have essentially no way of knowing the results of our transmission. The latter two have the greatest chance of success, but involve greater risk as well.
Host XO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
::Nods slowly in agreement as he reads::  CMO:  I concur.
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
@ACTION:  The Jarrow shakes for a moment.
MO_LtJg_Stevens says:
@CO: It's comforting to hear a commanding officer talk like.....
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
@::Grabs the console for a moment as she looks over the readouts.::   MO:  We have a warp core imbalance from the morphed space frame.
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
@::Brings up the engineering controls.::
MO_LtJg_Stevens says:
@::stops talking and quickly bring up the internal systems::
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
@ACTION:  The Jarrow shakes briefly again.
CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
XO: The first, Lieutenant Fong theorizes may provide the ability to broadcast a single mind to the Cabowee, to enable a telepathic communication with them in their mind space, similar to the way in which they abducted the crew in our initial encounters. It would only directly risk the one individual in communication, but carries the possibility of providing our exact location to the Cabowee, potentially inviting a more direct assault later. 
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
@MO:  I really wish all the bugs were worked out of this vessel.  ::Taps on the warp core intermixer and begins fine-tuning the formulas.::
MO_LtJg_Stevens says:
@CO: I'll try and monitor the readings from here but it's a heartbeat I'm not used to.
CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
XO: The second would take advantage of an existing connection between the Cabowee and the Claymore's warp core. A two-way communications channel could be opened with the Cabowee via the core. Our exact location would likely remain masked; however, we could potentially risk their attempting to disrupt the core, or..."piggybacking" the signal to somehow send assault teams here.
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
@MO:  Understood.  ::A small smile appears on her face as an eye brow raises.::  Computer: Bring up the Emergency Engineering Hologram.
MO_LtJg_Stevens says:
@::Looks over at T'Shara:: CO: The...the what?
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
@<Computer> CO: Beep.   <EEH> CO: What is the nature of the engineering emergency?
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
@EEH: Take the engineering station and watch over the warp core systems.  We have vibrations throughout the space frame while traveling at warp in stealth operations mode.
MO_LtJg_Stevens says:
@::Sits back in her chair and looks at the strange man who just appeared in the shuttle::
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
@<EEH> CO: Understood Captain.  ::Turns and walks over to the engineering station and takes a seat.::
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
@MO:  The Jarrow comes fully stocked with surprises.  ::Smiles again.::
Host XO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
CMO:  I see.  ::Looks up a moment, then continues to read::
MO_LtJg_Stevens says:
@CO: I had forgotten that those were a thing.
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
@<EEH>  CO: Captain, I am compensating the intermixers and adjusting the space frame settings to form a more stable warp field.
CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
::Raises a breath, then presses her lips together and folds her hands behind her back, waiting::
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
@CO: Very good. Keep me posted on the progress.  ::Turns to Stevens.::  MO: At some point, it will all be holograms.
MO_LtJg_Stevens says:
@CO: Glad I got in before that.
MO_LtJg_Stevens says:
@EEH: No...No offense, sir. I mean....I'm sorry, I'm not sure how to address you and I have no idea if I offended you but that’s not what I intended
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
@MO: It does help in times like this though. One less thing for us to keep track of.
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
@<EEH> MO: No offense taken, Lieutenant.  You may refer to me as Emergency Engineering Hologram 8I-4.  I was programed without emotional support protocols unlike Emergency Medical Holograms.
Host XO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
::Looks up again::  CMO:  This is comprehensive presentation and analysis.  ::Looks away a moment, in thought::  As you've clearly spent no small amount of time on this project, have you determined whether you, personally, favor one plan over another?
MO_LtJg_Stevens says:
@EEH: Thank you.
MO_LtJg_Stevens says:
@CO: I'm sorry I let Emergency Engineering Hologram 81-4 fluster me, sir. I'll make sure I stay focused. We do have a little bit more information on scanners now
MO_LtJg_Stevens says:
@CO: Both vessels are heavily damaged. The second vessel appears to a transport. One thousand two hundred life signs on board. They're just outside Vroa weapons range
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
@MO: Just consider the hologram another tool or automation.
MO_LtJg_Stevens says:
@::looks over at the man working on the console behind her:: CO: Yes, Ma'am
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
@MO:  That's not what I was hoping for.  COMM: Claymore: XO:  Commander.  Sensors have cleared slightly.  We have a damaged Vroa Heavy Cruiser following a transport with 1200 life signs.  Both vessels are damaged and the transport is just outside Vroa weapons range.  We will transmit sensor data to the Claymore.  Make a course correct to intercept.
CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
::Draws a deep breath, releasing it slowly for a moment, eyes darting somewhere to the side before retraining on Commander Damrok:: XO: My analysis would suggest the final option likely poses the lowest risk-to-reward ratio...although it does so in a way that time-shifts that risk forward somewhat.
MO_LtJg_Stevens says:
@::Looks over at T'Shara:: CO: Thank you. I know that you're nothing like my old commanders but...there's something about hearing it in person.
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
@COMM:  Broadcast: To any vessels in the area.  We are the medical vessel Anssmor.  We have 1189 survivors of Ralie V on board.  We are under attack by...  ::Explosions can be heard in the background.::  By the Vroa.  We request any assistance in the area.
MO_LtJg_Stevens says:
@::looks back to her consoles, a fire renewed in her eyes:: CO: I'll keep a close eye on the vessels and keep you appraised on changes.
Host XO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
COM: Jarrow:  Acknowledged, Captain.  TO3:  Yellow Alert.  HLM:  Helm, adjust heading for an intercept course on that Vroa vessel and engage at maximum warp, then get me an ETA.
Host XO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
<TO3_Ens_Arellano>  XO:  Aye Sir, Yellow Alert.
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
@MO:  Just be ready to take us to Red Alert when I call it out.  We need to be out of stealth mode first.  If we need to enter combat we can call up the ETH.
Host XO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
OPS:  Mister Kendal, notify Okanagan to maintain course and speed.  We'll rejoin them in formation after our encounter with the Vroa.  ::Almost thinks out loud, "If things go upside down with the Vroa, we'll need someone out here unscathed..." but keeps it to himself instead::
Host XO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
CMO:  At first impression, I'm inclined to agree with that assessment.
Host XO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
<HLM_Ens_Lawrence>  XO:  Six and a half hours, Sir.  Course engaged.
Host XO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
::Looks around the bridge a moment, going through a sort of mental checklist::
Host XO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
CMO:  How long will it take to set up?
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
@::Slowing to let the Claymore catch up and take the lead against the Vroa.::  MO: Make sure our sensors are sent back to the Claymore in real time.  We want them to get all the advanced intel before they arrive.  Once the Claymore engages the Vroa we will contact the transport.
MO_LtJg_Stevens says:
@CO: Roger that. Transfer should be established shortly.
CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
XO: It's already in progress. Approximately 30 minutes to finish.
Host CO_Capt_TShara says:
@MO:  Excellent work, Lieutenant.  COM: Claymore: XO:  Commander.  Lieutenant Stevens will be opening a live sensor feed from the Jarrow to the Claymore.  We will be your eyes and ears until you arrive.
Host XO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
::Smiles the smile of one now resigned to fate::  CMO:  Very well.  We'll make the call to the Cabowee in thirty minutes, and engage the Vroa about five hours thereafter.  This should be fine.  ::He passes the PADD back to her::  Let me know as soon as you're ready.
CMO_Cmdr_Raeyld says:
::Nods firmly:: XO: Yes, Sir.  ::Pockets the PADD and nods briefly, before turning for the back of the bridge::
Host SMDrew says:
******************* Pause Mission - Time Lapse = 15 minutes ******************

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