Host SM_James says:
Summary: What do you do when the enemy knows your next move before you do? Do you charge ahead knowing the odds? Do you get creative in the hopes that simple desperation will win the day? ... Or do you just hold on?

The Claymore prepares to face perhaps its most dangerous enemy yet. Bright side: they have allies. Not so bright side: their allies could use a little help. Is Claymore enough? Or will their presence seal both present and future fate?

Star Trek: A Call to Duty is proud to present the USS Claymore in: "The Long Night"

Episode 6: "Future's End"

=/\= BEGIN MISSION =/\=

CSO_Ens_Sheva says:
::on the bridge coordinating with the starbase's sensors to monitor for Kethran threats::
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: Kethran base ship enters Claymore's mid-range sensor field. They are not slowing.
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
::As ordered, sounds red alert.  Raises shields, arms phasers and photons::
MO_Ens_Simmons says:
::Tries to decide if she should get up before she's needed or if she should wait until she's needed so that she has more opportunity to rest her leg.::
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
::at the operations station looking over the ship's EPS system trying to figure out which EPS taps to prioritize::
MO_Ens_Simmons says:
::Decides to stay seated until she's needed and turns the PADD back on to surgery two::
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: Omega and Twilight take up positions in formation with Claymore, shields and weapons charged. Omega turns its attention primarily toward the base ship's approach.
CMO_LtJG_Stevens says:
::steps into her office carrying a cot with a nurse:: MO: Sorry to disturb you. We're getting some cots set up in here in case we need the extra space for a recovery ward. You should be okay in here for now though. I can send a nurse when we need you.
CSO_Ens_Sheva says:
CO: Incoming Kethran base ship entering mid-range sensors at high warp, Sir!
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::returns to the bridge, moving swiftly towards his station::
CIV_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Having changed into an actual uniform  ̶  whether she's deserving of one or not  ̶  she finally steps out of her room, cane in hand, and moves toward the exit to the hall::
Host CO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
::Sitting in the center chair, relatively relaxed::  CSO:  Understood.  CTO:  Mister Hawk, you have full targeting discretion.  Open with the quantums once they're within range.
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
CO:  Aye, Sir.
MO_Ens_Simmons says:
::Seeing that Andrews is in surgery two by himself, she turns off the PADD disappointed that she didn't get to hear the rest of the conversation.::

FCO_ULN_T’alin says:
 :: Standing by at helm :: 
CIV_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Pauses at the door and after a moment's hesitation, taps the comm panel:: *MO*: ...Raeyld to Doctor Simmons...  ::Hesitancy still detectable in her voice::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
<SOO_LtCmdr_K'han> ::arrives on the bridge as well; he takes the Mission Operations station for the time being::
MO_Ens_Simmons says:
*CIV*: Yes, Commander?
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::sits down in his chair next to Damrok::
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: Omega and Twilight move to intercept the base ship, which launches several small craft with sole focus being Claymore.
MO_Ens_Simmons says:
::Stands slowly and starts making her way toward the CIV's quarters...in case she is needed::
CMO_LtJG_Stevens says:
::helps the nurse push the desk and chairs to one corner and fills the rest of the room with cots::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
<SOO_LtCmdr_K'han>  ::reconfigures the station to provide a sensor feed so he can monitor Omega and Twilight's positions and movements::
Host CO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
FCO:  Mister T'alin, keep us at speed, prepared for evasive maneuvers, and position us to provide cover fire.
CSO_Ens_Sheva says:
::runs battle preparations to have sensor jamming countermeasures ready the instant the captain orders it::
FCO_ULN_T’alin says:
CO: Roger, Sir, prepped for evasive maneuvers and attack patterns.  Hawk and I got this, and we could get one dead... whatever that thingie is.
CIV_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
*MO*: I, uh... ::Takes a breath, trying to figure out how best to pose this:: ...I was wondering if...there was anything I...might be able to do to help in sickbay?
CIV_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Starts to pick up her pace through nervousness:: *MO*: It's one of the few places of importance I'm actually cleared to be...and I...I just need...to do something useful... even if it's just holding someone's hand while they await triage...
CIV_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Presses her lips together, waiting pensively::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::swivels his console towards himself; this is becoming a habit at this point, one where he's doing it without really knowing why he did it or what he wants to look at::
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: Kethran base ship opens fire, a single large projectile (approx. the size of a small asteroid) slamming into Omega's shields, knocking them down to 96%.
MO_Ens_Simmons says:
::Stops in the middle of sickbay and looks around, not expecting this request.::  *CIV*: I'm sure we can use your help.  Right now, we're just in preparation mode.
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
::Winces::  CO:  Kethan ship has opened fire, Sir.
Host CO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
CTO:  Understood.  Let's return the favor.

Host SM_James says:
ACTION: Shuttles move to surround Claymore in attempt to reduce maneuverability. Shields register multiple impacts as they open fire  ̶ no damage. Power output drops to 92%.
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
CO:  The base ship is still out of our range, Sir.
CSO_Ens_Sheva says:
::immediately relays her sensor data with tactical and assists the CTO with scanning for structural weaknesses on the Kethran base ship::
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
::having changed his pants into a pair that were not blood stained and ripped he was somewhat more comfortable at the operations console.  He glances over the communications screens, he wiggles the ear piece for now::
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
CO:  Opening phaser fire at the shuttles.
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
<SOO_LtCmdr_K'han>  ::initiates algorithm alpha-seven to begin compiling and analyzing tactical and sensor data from the surrounding ships to isolate any patterns, or any other information that might be useful::
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
Aloud: Power down to 92%
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
::Begins firing phasers at the nearest shuttles::
CIV_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Takes a bit of a breath:: *MO*: Anything would be...helpful. If I... ::Hesitates again:: ...if there's a way I could do so without...causing anyone any...discomfort....
FCO_ULN_T’alin says:
CO: Initiating evasive maneuvers.
MO_Ens_Simmons says:
::Makes her way into surgery two to make sure that Andrews is still okay and staying put for the moment.::
MO_Ens_Simmons says:
*CIV*:  Feel free to join us.  I think we're getting ready to get bombarded.
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: Several of the shuttles are caught by Hawk's phaser fire, taking significant damage. They fall back and are quickly replaced. The fire continues.
Host CO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
::Sits back in his seat, feeling a little exposed in this engagement without the fighters providing cover, but based on their previous encounter, it would be suicide::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::hears Fong and suddenly finds a purpose for his console, bringing up power distribution systems to take a quick look::
MO_Ens_Simmons says:
::Opens surgery two door to look in on Andrews.::
CMO_LtJG_Stevens says:
::steps back into sickbay, checking on how things are running::
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: Twilight takes advantage of the situation and opens fire on the base ship, dropping its shields to 91%.
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
::frowns at the EPS readings:: CSO: What would it take to start an anyon sweep?

Host SM_James says:
<Andrews> ::looks up from the random place on the wall he'd been staring, offering a small smile to Simmons and a very faint nod::
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
CO:  Captain, if you want to attack the base ship, we're going to need to move closer.
CIV_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Sighs a bit with relief:: *MO*: Understood. I'm on my way. ::Closes the com, picks up from the table the combadge that had been delivered to her quarters, sticks it to the chest of her uniform, take a breath, and heads out of her "VIP quarters" into the corridor::
FCO_ULN_T’alin says:
ALL: Initiating attack pattern omega
MO_Ens_Simmons says:
::Nods to Andrews.:: Andrews: I have a feeling we're going to be busy for a bit; let me know if you need anything.
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: Omega opens fire, but the base ship manages to evade. They turn about for another pass on both allied facilities.
CIV_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::After a brief communication with the TO about their destination and purpose, she begins to make her way around to sickbay's main entrance, the TO presumably in tow. She's not inclined to use the shortcut near the CMO's office, given...given.... She takes a breath and continues to move down the corridor::
Host CO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
FCO/CTO:  Mister T'alin will do his best.  Let's get into torpedo range.
FCO_ULN_T’alin says:
CO: Too easy.
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: More shield impacts. No damage. Power output drops to 87%.
CMO_LtJG_Stevens says:
::walks over to help a marine off a biobed and over to one of the reaming beds in the recovery ward, chatting with him about scars along the way::
CSO_Ens_Sheva says:
OPS: I can configure internal hazard emitters for that purpose at your discretion, Sir.
FCO_ULN_T’alin says:
:: Brings the Claymore towards the baseship in a slow corkscrew ::
CIV_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Turns the corner toward the main entrance of sickbay, and eventually makes her way to the doors, which slide open. This time, she steps inside and stays inside...though she hesitates at the entrance a moment...her first time back in sickbay as something other than a patient in...months::
MO_Ens_Simmons says:
::Not hearing anything from him, turns and closes the door and adds a locking code so that he can't get out in the midst of the ensuring chaos.::
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
::frowns and checks the sensors for chroniton radiation:: CSO: It might do nothing, but if you can focus the sweep on the EPS system that might help?
MO_Ens_Simmons says:
::Makes her way slowly back into main sickbay and sees Raeyld:: CIV: It's good to see you up and about.
CMO_LtJG_Stevens says:
::helps the marine into a bed and starts to head back towards the main entrance::
CSO_Ens_Sheva says:
OPS: Aye, aye, Sir. ::immediately begins the configuration process to set for anyon sweeps of the EPS relays::
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: All three base ships move for position, shots fired and rarely landing. T'alin's maneuver puts Claymore in position, however Twilight is moving across her primary firing arc on her own attack run.
CIV_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Nods a bit:: MO: I've been... ::Takes a breath:: ...thank you for your help with Lieutenant Fong...  ::Takes a breath, glancing past Simmons into the distance a moment, then refocuses on her:: And thank you for...finding something I could do. I...don't know how much longer I could just sit still in my quarters...
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
Aloud: Power levels now showing 87%
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
CO:  In range of the baseship, Capt, but Twilight is in our fire path.
MO_Ens_Simmons says:
::Nods and gives her a slight pat on the back.:: CIV: Pick a biobed and let's get to work.
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: Twilight opens fire, solidly landing. Omega's shields drop to 85%. She moves off to reorganize for another pass.
Host CO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
CTO:  Wait for it.... ::Simply trusting T'alin to make it work::
CSO_Ens_Sheva says:
::inputs the settings, doing so for the first time ever outside of a simulation:: OPS: Initiating anyon sweep. Chroniton purging phase-one commenced.
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: Claymore power levels drop to 86%.
FCO_ULN_T’alin says:
::grumbles and initiates a Cuban Eight :: ALL: Initiating attack pattern delta.
Host CO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
OPS:  Fong, what do you figure is our threshold to withdraw and regroup?  What percentage is too low to stay?
MO_Ens_Simmons says:
::Pulls out her PADD and walks over to one of the just occupied biobeds and starts running scans::
CIV_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Nods and picks a particular biobed "at random," the same one she'd used to examine V'et all those years ago:: MO: Thank you. What can  ̶ what am I allowed to do to help?
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
::As the Claymore clears the Twilight’s shadow, let's loose a full volley of quantum torpedoes::
CMO_LtJG_Stevens says:
::steps back around into the main part of sickbay and sees Raeyld and Simmons headed for a biobed::
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: Claymore's torpedoes run wide of their mark, very likely due to the maneuvering the base ship is undertaking in order to redirect its primary firing arc on Claymore.
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
<SOO_LtCmdr_K'han>  ::watches data stream across his console; the computer seems to be having a difficult time predicting hostile movements due to the intensity (or size) of the weapons being used – at least, he thinks this is the reason::
MO_Ens_Simmons says:
CIV: Whatever you need to do to help.  Just like I'm sure you always have.
CIV_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Hears Stevens enter the room and lifts her head, catching a glimpse of Stevens. Not wanting to make things...awkward...or anymore awkward than they need be, at least, she offers a quick tiny shadow of a small and quickly looks back down at the biobed controls, trying to focus her attention there::
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
CO:  First torpedo volley evaded by the base ship.  Lining up for another shot.
CSO_Ens_Sheva says:
CO: Captain, I can try to jam the Kethran targeting sensors with graviton bursts from the main deflector. It might spare us from a few hits.
CMO_LtJG_Stevens says:
::freezes for moment, not sure why Raeyld looked at her and then immediately looked away but walks towards a marine waiting near the other end of sickbay::
Host CO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
CSO:  If we can spare the power, do it.
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
CO:  Capt, the base ship is maneuvering to target us.  The remaining shuttles are still attacking our shields.  Shields are at 90%.
FCO_ULN_T’alin says:
:: Initiates an Immelmann after the first pass for an immediate second pass on the target base ship:: ALL: Initiating attack pattern echo-echo-kilo!
Host CO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
CTO:  Use the phasers for the shuttles and keep the launchers trained on the larger vessels.
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
::As the ship clears the top of the Immelmann, fires another torpedo volley.:
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
CO: It will depend on if there are problems in the EPS system again.  If we have to shut down the warp core to prevent a breach....
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
CO:  Phasers are on automatic point defense, Captain.
MO_Ens_Simmons says:
::Checking on the scan on the PADD.:: Petty Officer: Just a sprained wrist.  Back to your station for now.  ::Looks back to check on Raeyld while waiting for the next person to make their way to the biobed.::
CSO_Ens_Sheva says:
CO: Aye, Sir. Angling the deflector. OPS: Phase one anyon sweep complete. It seems to have had little effect on the power drain. Can we spare power for the main deflector?
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: Twilight makes a turn to cover Claymore, and Omega makes a direct run for the base ship. Omega lands a solid blow, dropping the base ship's shields to 68%.
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: Again, Claymore's torpedoes swing wide. Kethran base ship turns to follow Claymore... and fires.
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::taps in to the output of the anyon sweep; he's wondering if there's any evidence of chroniton activity, where it might be concentrated even in the smallest amounts, etc::
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: Claymore's power levels return to 100% as the result of countermeasures. Subsequently, shields return to 100%.
CIV_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::At her own biobed, she finishes a tricorder scan, then pats the officer's shoulder gently with a free hand:: Ens: Just...wait here a moment. You're not at risk, but I'll make sure a doctor is here to treat you shortly.
Host CO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
::Glancing up from his own console for a moment::  XO:  The Kethran seem to have the same uncanny ability to evade strikes as they do in ground combat.  Any ideas how we can resolve that?
MO_Ens_Simmons says:
::As the next person is helped to the biobed, she starts the scan from the PADD and looks on as the results are populated.::
CMO_LtJG_Stevens says:
::Looking over a marine as someone with a major injury comes in:: All: Can I get a doctor over here? We've got a broken shoulder.
FCO_ULN_T’alin says:
ALL: I believe they may have some sort of electronic counter measure system.
FCO_ULN_T’alin says:
ALL: As we maneuver into position try dumb-firing the torpedoes.
MO_Ens_Simmons says:
::Looks up to see if she needs to head over to help the CMO or of someone else is going to head over.::
CSO_Ens_Sheva says:
Self: Oh! What's this? OPS: Did you see that, sir? There was a chroniton concentration purged right at the start of phase two!
CIV_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Reflexively responds to the call for help, moving toward Stevens' side, tricorder in hand::
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
::Looks over at the FCO::  FCO:  You want to just fire the torpedoes ballistically?
FCO_ULN_T’alin says:
:: performs a hammerhead as they pass the base ship to come in over the top and give a broad attack surface ::
FCO_ULN_T’alin says:
CTO: Yes....
MO_Ens_Simmons says:
::Seeing Raeyld heading over keeps her focus on her own patient.::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::pauses for a moment, immediately pulled out of whatever his train of thought was about whatever he was thinking about::  CO: Without understanding their technology and tactics all that well it's hard to speculate – if we operated on the assumption the technology allows them to evade fire, the only thought I have is perhaps trying to confuse the system by 'firing' a number of things simultaneously. 
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
CO: Not just weapons, but other types of pulses or whatever – but what?
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: A single projectile slides just underneath Claymore as she maneuvers into firing position, missing her shields by meters. Had T'alin not pulled up...
CMO_LtJG_Stevens says:
::Stevens hands her tool over to the nurse and steps up to help the marine, not seeing exactly who was coming over but talking to them:: CIV: Nothing compound but enough bruising to suggest the rotator may be crushed.
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
::nods:: CSO: That explains how the weapons clear our shields.  I can't promise that they won't adjust but...that is a solution for now.
CSO_Ens_Sheva says:
::charges the main deflector emitter coils and uses the opportunity provided by the FCO's fancy flying to pepper the Kethran ship with graviton pulses to temporarily blind their targeting systems::
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
::Shrugs::  FCO:  Okay.  Point us at the bad guy.
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
::Disables all targeting and launches a volley of torpedoes in a straight line::

MO_Ens_Simmons says:
::While the person on the biobed doesn't look too outwardly injured, they must have been thrown into a console or something.  They have a broken rib which is dangerously close to puncturing a lung.::
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: Dumb luck seems to be on Claymore's side. Hawk's spread lands solidly, dropping the base ship's shields to 35%. Base ship retaliates with feeling.
CIV_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Nods, looking up from her tricorder:: CMO: Looks like a subscapularis grade II injury. I can begin initial treatment....
CMO_LtJG_Stevens says:
::quickly scans the shoulder and then hands the tricorder to Raeyld, finally seeing who she was talking to:: CIV: Oh... here. Results are on there. And...it's good to see you back in here. Call if you need help, I'll keep doing triage." ::Stevens smiles wistfully as she hands the tricorder over and slowly turns back towards the doors::
FCO_ULN_T’alin says:
CTO: Nice shot, buddy
CSO_Ens_Sheva says:
::thinks, “Wow, I can barely fly a shuttle from Earth to Jupiter and back in a straight path. T'alin makes this look so easy!”::
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
FCO:  Point us again!
FCO_ULN_T’alin says:
:: uses yaw to pull the ship off direct impact course, and prepares for another Immelmann on the Z axis ::
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: Return fire from the base ship grazes Claymore's shields. The ship shudders under the impact, computer compensating for some mild course drift, but no actual damage from the attempt.
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
::Lines up another volley and waits for the ship to come around::
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
CO:  Near miss, Capt.
CIV_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Blinks a bit, accepting the second tricorder, and watches as Stevens walks away...then sets down both tricorders and picks up a hypospray to address the marine's pain, first::
FCO_ULN_T’alin says:
ALL: Initiating attack patten echo-echo-kilo again.
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
CO:  We got a solid hit on the base ship...  their shields are down to 35%.
Host CO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
FCO/CTO:  Well done, so far.  Keep it up.
MO_Ens_Simmons says:
::Motions for a med-tech and sees one run over.:: Tech: Osteoregenerator on this rib.  ::Points to the biobed readout showing which one and moves onto the next patient.::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::checks back to console to see how Sheva utilized the graviton pulse, and whether that had any effect according to the computer on their one successful volley::
CSO_Ens_Sheva says:
CO: They seem to be compensating for the graviton bursts, captain. Their sensors are likely too advanced to be foiled by old tricks.
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: Twilight and Omega open fire, landing solid blows. Base ship's shields fail. Structural integrity at 97%.
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
CO/CSO: Perhaps we can add something else to the mix.
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
CO:  Shields down on the base ship, bringing phasers to bear.
Host CO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
XO:  If you have any ideas, by all means.
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::Turns::  CSO: Ensign, can we rotate in other types of pulses with the graviton bursts? Perhaps an electromagnetic pulse of some sort?
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
CSO: Chroniton bursts? Maybe creating a rotation between them, ahead of our weapons use?
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
::Fires a torpedo volley without targeting again::
MO_Ens_Simmons says:
::Heads to another biobed and using her PADD starts the next scan.::
CMO_LtJG_Stevens says:
::checks the next marine and calls that he can wait as she moves to check the next::
CSO_Ens_Sheva says:
::her antennae perk up at the thought, the ideas from both the OPS and the XO are truly inspirational to her:: XO: It's going to take considerable time to configure the deflector for chroniton radiation emissions...unless... ::ponders for a few seconds::
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: Hawk's torpedoes trail in behind the Kethran base ship, who maneuvers to avoid another volley from Twilight. It turns back to engage with Claymore.
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
CSO: Something is better than nothing, Ensign.  ::gestures towards the view screen::  Anything that might confuse their sensors, even if temporary.
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
::nods at his power screen as systems show green for now:: Aloud: Power levels stable at 100%
CIV_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Gently treats the marine's pain and stabilizes his arm, ensuring he's okay for now, at least, then looks to see who next needs treatment according to the triage board::
CSO_Ens_Sheva says:
XO: Unless we let those shuttle hit us again with their emitters. We can use their chronitons and shunt them directly through the deflector. It could risk burning out the emitter coils, however.
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
CSO: Could that be redirected back out towards the base ship?
CSO_Ens_Sheva says:
XO: I'd very happy to try, sir. I've honestly never tried anything like it before, but I know it can be done.
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: Kethran base ship opens fire on Claymore. T'alin's skills have their limits, and those limits result in a direct impact. Claymore is rocked by the blow, sent slightly spinning off course. Shields drop to 88% and emergency collision alarms sound on the bridge.
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::nods::  CSO: Let's give it a shot.
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
CO:  Direct hit, Sir... shields are holding at 88%.
CSO_Ens_Sheva says:
::braces herself in the nick of time, barely able to keep herself from flying out of her seat again::

FCO_ULN_T’alin says:
:: readies an Imperial bunt to turn for next attack pass :: CTO: Initiating attack pattern kilo india charlie kilo alpha sierra sierra.
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::his seat shakes hard back and forth, spinning around back towards the viewer but at least not doing him the unseemly disservice of dumping him to the deck::
Host CO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
::Braces his boots against the deck plating with the impact::
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
FCO:  Whatever.  Tell me when we're pointing in the right direction.
MO_Ens_Simmons says:
::Scans say concussion.  Grabs a hypo of Trianoline and administers it.::
CIV_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::As she deck shifts beneath her feet, she loses her balance, clutching the biobed for support::
FCO_ULN_T’alin says:
CTO: Pointing
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::Turns back again::  CSO: See if you coordinate some of this with Lieutenant Hawk – if we can even do that, I mean.
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
FCO:  Firing
FCO_ULN_T’alin says:
CTO: pew pew pew
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
::Fires yet another volley of torpedoes::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::looks at Damrok::  CO: If we get anything out of it, we'll be lucky, but I'm out of other ideas.
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
FCO:  Torpedos.  Boom boom.
MO_Ens_Simmons says:
::loses the hypo as the ship reacts to the Kethran shot.::
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
::frowns at something, glancing at the ship sensors, just in time to see the screen go red and feel the rolling impact of something on the shields:: CSO/CTO: Is it possible that the hostile is using some kind of predictive computing?
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::hears "pew pew" and "boom boom" and briefly wonders if he's having a stroke::
MO_Ens_Simmons says:
::Hobbles over to try to pick the hypo up again, hoping that they aren't hit/almost hit again.::
Host CO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
::Nods::  XO:  We do what we can.  ::Appears either not to notice or not to care about Hawk and T'alin's repartee::
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
::puzzled look::  OPS:  As in, predicting where our fire is going to be?
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
CSO/CTO/OPS/CO: That's my guess, but who the hell knows how that works?
CSO_Ens_Sheva says:
XO: My thinking exactly, sir. CTO: Lieutenant, I'm going to need you to let some of those shuttle hit us on purpose. We're going to use their chroniton energy as a new weapon for you.
FCO_ULN_T’alin says:
:: initiates a 45 and up ::

FCO_ULN_T’alin says:
ALL: Passing the target
CMO_LtJG_Stevens says:
::trips as the deck shifts and falls on her face::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
OPS/CSO/CTO: We're trying to experiment with some ways of possibly confusing that system.  
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: Twilight and Omega turn weapons on the base ship, dropping structural integrity to 76%. The base ship turns away to attempt to avoid the worst of the blows, resulting in not being exactly where Hawk's torpedoes expect it to be. Kethran base ship redirects its attention to the allied base ships.
CIV_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Clings to the biobed until the Claymore seems stable again, then catches the cane in her hand and makes her way toward the next biobed, pausing as she sees Stevens on the deck::
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
::Gives the CSO a doubtful look, then shrugs::  CSO:  That shouldn't be hard.  They're banging against our shields even as we speak.
Host CO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
XO:  They appear to have easy access to chroniton generation...they seem to exist not quite in the same phase as we do.  It's possible they have some means of peering half-seconds into the future to make minute corrections.  ::Looks away to the viewscreen, thinking it makes sense, but having absolutely no clue what to do about it::
CSO_Ens_Sheva says:
OPS: Sir, I'm going to need your help with the chroniton transfer to the main deflector. I've never moved that kind of radiation before on a starship.
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
CO: What if we redirected the anyon sweep back out? Could we disrupt their phase?
CMO_LtJG_Stevens says:
::picks herself off the deck and looks around sickbay to see how everyone else is doing::
FCO_ULN_T’alin says:
 :: brings the Claymore around for direct attack on the base ship ::
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
::Prepares a full volley for the next round::
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: Twilight takes a hit from the Kethrans, shields dropping to 95%. She returns fire, dropping the base ship's structural integrity to 63%.
CIV_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
::Sees Stevens climb to her feet, apparently okay, and figures the best thing she can do for the doctor is move on to the next patient::
Host CO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
XO:  ...Hm.  Worked to clean out the ship.  Couldn't hurt, I don't think.  Hy'Qiin's working the chroniton angle; think you have enough computer and power resources to try that yourself?
CSO_Ens_Sheva says:
CTO: Great! Erm, I mean...not so great? I mean, understood, sir. Heh...
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::nods, immediately swiveling the console towards himself and bringing up the deflector dish control systems::
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
::glances over his shoulder at the CSO. He considers for a moment mentioning something about never doing it himself either:: CSO: I'll do what I can.

MO_Ens_Simmons says:
::Watching the patient and the biobed to make sure that the patient is beginning to stabilize.::
CSO_Ens_Sheva says:
OPS: I see sensor clarity diminishing, sir. We're taking on chronitons. Power falling again.
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
::Launches another volley::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::draws in the power distribution systems and current power output levels as well::
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: Hawk's torpedoes go well wide of their target, but take out a handful of shuttles on an intercept course with the unpredictable Starfleet ship.
FCO_ULN_T’alin says:
CTO: Nice shootin', Tex
CSO_Ens_Sheva says:
CO/XO: Sirs, we're ready. ::sends a new big blue LCARS interface button to the CTO's console to fire the chroniton beam at the commander's order::
Host CO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
CTO/CSO:  Do it.
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::jumps up, heading to Sheva's station and looking right at the console to see how the chroniton beam is configured::
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
::nods to himself and tries to funnel the chroniton energy to the deflector dish by reducing resistance in the intended direction::
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
CO:  Roger that, Sir
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
::Pushes the big blue LCARS interface button::
CSO_Ens_Sheva says:
::her eyes widen as she turns to the MSD display of the ship, seeing a multi-colored line move across the diagram shoot like lightning towards the main deflector emitter capacitors::
MO_Ens_Simmons says:
::Seeing the patient stabilize, motions to the tech:: Tech: Let's get him moved out and get someone else up on this biobed.
CSO_Ens_Sheva says:
Self: ::whispers:: Please work. Please work. Please work...
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: Emergency alarms sound on the bridge as ship's systems take in significantly more energy than they're used to. Failsafes react, power reroutes, the deflector powers up....
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::Looks up towards Damrok::  CO: We might be able to do something similar with anyon particles; I'm just not sure how to reconfigure the deflector dish to actually do this.
FCO_ULN_T’alin says:
:: tries to hold yaw for deflector direction ::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
CO: At the power level we might need.
Host CO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
::Looks to his console with some trepidation as the alarms start to go off::
Host CO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
XO:  Let's wait on that, then.
CSO_Ens_Sheva says:
::her heart skips a beat with the alarm sound and frantically checks the status of the main deflector::
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: ... And discharges. Beams of energy shoot out from the deflector, lashing out for targets. Small explosions ring out as the temporal energy interacts with the space around Claymore...
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: A temporal funnel forms...
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
::looks out the viewscreen:: Aloud: Huh. that...that’s not a good sign.
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
CSO:  Ummmm....  is this expected?
Host TCO_Capt_Krys says:
@COM: Claymore: Twilight to Claymore - what the heck have you done?!
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
::leans over slightly:: FCO:...maybe..maybe stay away from that.
FCO_ULN_T’alin says:
OPS:  Well... I was curious... 
CSO_Ens_Sheva says:
::her jaw hangs open at the sight of the monumental mess she just created::
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: ... And Claymore shudders as the event solidifies, gathering strength, gathering purpose... Twilight quickly maneuvers to escape the bulk of the lash.
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
CO: Twilight is requesting clarification on what we've done...
Host CO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
::As he looks at his console, he blinks a few times, then tilts his head, then blinks a few times more::
FCO_ULN_T’alin says:
:: initiates escape maneuver one ::
Host CO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
OPS:  Please tell them that as soon as we figure it out, they'll be the second to know.
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
CO: Aye.
FCO_ULN_T’alin says:
 ALL: Took the initiative to initiate escape maneuver one.
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
COM: Twilight: TCO: We will provide further information as it becomes available.
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: The Kethran base ship is sent spinning, caught by the wide end of the funnel. It drifts for a long moment, then seems to slowly reorient...
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: ... And base ship, funnel, and wide-scale lash vanish.
Host TCO_Capt_Krys says:
@::Sighs a bit with exasperation over the line at Fong, but holds her tongue for now::
CMO_LtJG_Stevens says:
::feels the shudder again but keep her feet this time, looking at the walls about her:: Self: Come on girl, keep together.
MO_Ens_Simmons says:
::Next patient is deposited onto the biobed with an obviously broken arm.::
MO_Ens_Simmons says:
::Does a scan to see the extent of the damage to the arm.::
Host TCO_Capt_Krys says:
::As she watches the Kethran base ship vanish, she loses that hold:: COM: Claymore: OPS: Claymore.... ::With a gravely edge to her voice::
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: Claymore's deflector emits a warning alarm, then, with the last of the temporal energy, burns itself out.
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
CO: Twilight is requesting a comm sir...
Host CO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
::Takes a moment, resting his hands flat on his knees::  OPS:  ...Please do us all a courtesy and patch that through to my ready room.
CSO_Ens_Sheva says:
::blinks several times and barely snaps out of her stunned state of disbelief:: Self: I...um...oh no... XO: Sir, the...the main deflector is offline ::said in an almost shell-shocked tone::
Host CO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
XO:  Commander, you have the bridge.  ::Stands, turns, and makes his way toward the door::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::nods, which hopefully responds to Sheva and Damrok::
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
::nods slightly.:: COMM: Twilight: TCO: Please hold for Captain Damrok.
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
*Engineering*: Davis to Engineering.
CTO_Lt_Hawk says:
XO:  Stand down from Red Alert, sir?
FCO_ULN_T’alin says:
:: brings Claymore to full stop ::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::holds his hand up::  CTO: Stand by for a moment, Lieutenant.
Host TCO_Capt_Krys says:
@COM: Claymore: OPS: ...Understood.
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
<EO2_Ens_Sarish>  *XO*: Go ahead.
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
::checks the sensor logs and shakes his head as he routes the message to the Captain's ready room.::
Host CO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
::Enters the ready room just far enough so that the doors close and stands there a moment, taking a few measured breaths::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
*EO2*: Ensign, you might want to get someone into the deflector systems controls....to see if anything is left of them.
Host CO_Cmdr_Damrok says:
::Makes his way to his desk and sits, bringing up the holographic comms interface::
CSO_Ens_Sheva says:
::slumps back in her chair, places a palm in shame on her forehead::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
<EO2_Ens_Sarish> ::pauses::  *XO*: Oookay....yes, Sir.  ::turns to Brink, who is right next to her::
MO_Ens_Simmons says:
::Scans show a double fracture – both the radius and ulna.  Grabs the osteoregenerator and goes to work.::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::notices Sheva's slumping motion and kneels down::  CSO: Ensign, I'm confident we both have no idea what just happened, but you did what you were ordered to do. We'll work through the rest.

Host SM_James says:
=/\= END MISSION =/\=