Host SM_James says:
Summary: The Alpha quadrant has been put on notice — the balance of power is shifting. In response, everyone and everything is moving — though not everyone is moving in the same direction. Aboard Claymore, this means the senior staff may be headed for a meeting while the rest of the crew makes ready for eventual departure. And on a wayward freighter, peaceful has a short shelf life.

Star Trek: A Call to Duty is proud to present the USS Claymore in: "Balance of Power"

Episode 2: "Plan, Prepare, Panic" (12209.17)

=/\= BEGIN MISSION =/\=

Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
::Seated at his desk in the ready room, his monitors not materialized, but working at his PADD with what could be described as "haste" rather than "hurry"::  *YCO*: Mr. Lee, please report to the ready room at your earliest availability.
CTO_LtJG_Tsela-Yokaze says:
% :: Having finished talking to her captain, she took some time to  freshen up before taking her cold meal back to the lounge.::
CMO_Lt_Stevens says:
::Stevens looks through the physical reports:: Self: Good, good, good....Nothing from the CEO though....when is he scheduled for?
CEO_Ens_Brax says:
::Walking into Sickbay, a bit later than originally planned, hoping to get the "welcome aboard" physical going.::
CTO_LtJG_Tsela-Yokaze says:
<Tac Ens Joy Senezem>  :: On bridge duty, having lost the poker hand.::
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
::seated back at the bridge operations station::
FCO_SubLt_T’alin says:
::presses the com on the ready room door::
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: As alpha shift gets truly underway, media updates continue to flow in. Latest casualty numbers estimated approximately 17.5 billion.
CTO_LtJG_Tsela-Yokaze says:
<CPO Talya Singh> :: In tactical office going over strategies and practice scenarios with the majority of the tactical and security team.::
CMO_Lt_Stevens says:
::Looks up as Brax comes in:: CEO: Ah, Ensign! Welcome
CSO_LtJG_Simmons says:
::Watches T’alin as he crosses the bridge.  Her face scrunches up to one side as her heart aches for what he must be going through even though they haven't been able to talk.::
FCO_SubLt_T’alin says:
<HFI_CW3_Veni> :: sitting at helm going over the latest diagnostic reports ::
CEO_Ens_Brax says:
::Sees the CMO and walks over.:: CMO: Doctor? Lieutenant? Sorry, not sure how to address you. Sorry, wanted to get here yesterday but wow, a lot to process.
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::on the Bridge, a few minutes into the day's massive paperwork review/scroll::
CTO_LtJG_Tsela-Yokaze says:
% :: The ship seemed eerily quiet.  Not that it was a loud place in general, but there was that eerie touch to it now.::
CMO_Lt_Stevens says:
CEO: Doctor is just fine. Stevens works as well. Ensign Brax, I presume?
Host SM_James says:
%ACTION: A shrill alarm sounds throughout the ship only a second before she rocks hard to port. Several secondary systems give out and struggle to come back.
CEO_Ens_Brax says:
CMO: Yes, oh, sorry, Kelana Brax, formerly Kelana Brang until about two weeks ago.
CTO_LtJG_Tsela-Yokaze says:
% :: As she is flung against the wall, she drops the cold food.  The lid opens and splashes across the floor.  Under her breath she curses.::
CMO_Lt_Stevens says:
::Confusion crosses Stevens' face before recognition replaces it:: CEO: Oh, right, your file mentioned that you're a Trill. I hope things are well with your...merging? Sorry, not sure of the right term
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::scrolls through, stopping for department readiness updates just to make sure nothing is major is missed for when they need to depart::
CEO_Ens_Brax says:
::Shrugs.:: CMO: Merging is as good a term as any. Too early to say how it is going, a bit different from what training told me it would be, but that's part of the journey. I think.
CSO_LtJG_Simmons says:
::Watches the new numbers coming in.  She can't wrap her mind around 17.5 billion people gone.::
CTO_LtJG_Tsela-Yokaze says:
% :: Knowing she is only a guest aboard the ship, she still makes her way to the command center, stopping long enough to call out one of the crew of the mess.::
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
::Finishes his typing, carefully centering the PADD on the desk, then leans back into his chair for a moment::
CMO_Lt_Stevens says:
CEO: Fair enough. Well, I don't want to keep you, shall we? ::Stevens motions towards a nearby biobed::
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
::leans forward slightly to read over a report that comes in on his screen::
CEO_Ens_Brax says:
::Moves to the biobed and hops up on it.::
FCO_SubLt_T’alin says:
:: pings the ready room door chime again ::
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
::Drums his fingers on his desk for a moment, having expected Lee to bolt into the ready room at full impulse upon his request, but content to give him another thirty seconds or so::
Host SM_James says:
%ACTION: A second impact sends the ship rocking again, and as the CTO reaches the command center, the few crew present there are picking themselves off the deck... and the lights have briefly dropped.
CMO_Lt_Stevens says:
::Stevens walks over and starts a scan:: CEO: Basic questions to start, how are you feeling? Anything that might need a closer look?
CTO_LtJG_Tsela-Yokaze says:
% <Tac Ens Akamia Roberts> :: calls out as he and others catch one of the containers breaking from its tether.::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
<SOO_LtCmdr_K'han>  ::shows up on the Bridge, several PADDs in hand, drifting off towards the Mission Operations console for the time being::
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
<YCO_PO1_Lee> ::literally materializes in the captain's ready room:: CO: Sorry for the delay, sir.
CEO_Ens_Brax says:
CMO: Feeling good. Doctor Tilanna from the Symbiosis Commission told me my isoboromine levels are high, but that's not unheard of with a new symbiont. Gave me a monitor to make sure it keeps lowering. It is linked to my combadge if you wanted to look.
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
Aloud:  Come in.
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
::Sits straight again, giving his jacket a tug::
FCO_SubLt_T’alin says:
:: sighs, comports himself, then enters ::
CTO_LtJG_Tsela-Yokaze says:
% :: entering the section she looks around trying to see what the cause of the problem might be. ::  Cyrna: Captain Cyrna... is there anything I can do to help?
CMO_Lt_Stevens says:
CEO: Good to know. ::Stevens grabs a nearby PADD and taps a few commands, checking in on the combadge report::
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
::Stands as he sees it's T'alin, drawing a breath to speak, but hesitating for a moment::  FCO:  Mr. T'alin.  ::Attempting to keep his expression mostly neutral, but it generally falters as he make his way around the desk::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
<SOO_LtCmdr_K'han>  ::slumps down, the PADDs dropping to the console, though not making much noise given the height they had fallen from::
CMO_Lt_Stevens says:
CEO: Those are a bit high, I'll have to monitor those but it's not enough for me to keep you off your feet. Aaaaand, the rest of the initial scan is coming back clean. YOu should be all set. I do want to run a slightly more in-depth scan though, just to make sure we have a good baseline for you, if that's alright
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
<YCO_PO1_Lee> ::notices that he has interrupted something and steps back to a wall trying to be as unobtrusive as possible::
FCO_SubLt_T’alin says:
:: hears the welt thought emotion from his captain, and friend which causes his voice a small waiver for a moment, clears his throat :: CO: It's OK, Sir.  I ... have no information. I have received nothing.  What do we know... when are we going to help?  
CEO_Ens_Brax says:
CMO: That's why I'm here, no time like the present, right?
CTO_LtJG_Tsela-Yokaze says:
<Tac Ens Joy Senezem>  :: as she goes through sensors, she listens to the meeting going on down below in security.::
Host SM_James says:
%Scene: Several consoles have shorted, and critical alarms blare rom some of the ones that remain intact. Captain Cyrna, who was at the helm, slowly peels himself from the deck and looks around, his XO/weapons officer shakily doing the same.
CMO_Lt_Stevens says:
CEO: Wonderful! Give me just a minute to get that done. ::Stevens taps a few commands into the biobed::
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
::Fumbles back a moment as Lee beams in, and struggles further to comport himself, but manages, approaching T'alin to a close distance::  FCO:  I wish I had more news for you, but I'm afraid the news reports we've been receiving are about as up-to-date as the intel that I have from Starfleet.  What you've seen is only likely a few minutes out of date from any information I've received.  All I know is that Starfleet doesn't plan to move Claymore from the sector — at least, not yet.
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
FCO:  But it's still very, very early.
CTO_LtJG_Tsela-Yokaze says:
% :: stays near the entrance out of the way as she waits... a feeling of being out of place hitting her; not the first time.::
CMO_Lt_Stevens says:
::Stevens comes and sits nearby:: CEO: While that's running, might as well introduce myself properly. I've Kaylee Stevens, I've had almost 20% of all of the juices listed in the Claymore database and I grew up outside the Federation. It's wonderful to meet you!
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::glances at the ready room door, then back to his console::
CSO_LtJG_Simmons says:
::Motions to Tanis to take over the station and decides that she isn't needed here and wants to clear her head a bit.  Heads to the TL and entering order it to Deck 4.::
FCO_SubLt_T’alin says:
:: fails at hiding his disappointment :: CO: But... the moral..:: stops himself.  He knows the captain can only do so much, and most likely agrees with anything he's about to say :: CO: Thank you, Captain.  If you hear anything, or if there's anything I can do to... grease skids.  Please let me know?
CSO_LtJG_Simmons says:
<SO_Lt_Tanis> ::Moves from SCI 2 to SCI 1 and reconfigures the station to her liking.
CSO_LtJG_Simmons says:
::Exits the TL and heads for her quarters.::
CEO_Ens_Brax says:
CMO: Kelana Brax, grew up on Trill. Dad was a mechanic, mom was a moonshiner...or a renewable fuels specialist, to use the term that doesn't annoy her. ::Smiles.:: And I'm still swimming with the new assignment. This is a lot bigger ship than I thought I'd be assigned to.
CTO_LtJG_Tsela-Yokaze says:
% < Tac LtJG. Atsa Begay> :: having lost a bet, he got stuck with kitchen duty.  Picking himself off the deck, covered in garbage he groans.  With no specific orders, he works on cleaning up the mess.::
CMO_Lt_Stevens says:
::Stevens chuckles:: CEO: She's large. But she's good. She treats us well and keeps up safe and moving
Host SM_James says:
%<Capt_Cyrna> ::takes note of the CTO standing nearby as he resituates himself, as the view screen shows two ships moving away at speed:: CTO: Lieutenant. I apologize if we have taken you from your activities.
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
FCO:  Mr. T'alin, rest assured, I'll be pressing Starfleet very hard to make sure we direct every available relief resource to the Empire.  I have to believe that those efforts are already underway.  ::Earnestly::  In the meantime, if there's anything we can do for you at all, please...do not hesitate to ask.
CEO_Ens_Brax says:
::Pats abdomen.:: CMO: And this is Brax. Self-proclaimed thermodynamics expert who is best characterized as "any younger sibling in any video ever who is trying too hard to latch onto the older sibling".
CTO_LtJG_Tsela-Yokaze says:
% :: frowns at the captain’s response.  She does not respond, but simply waits as she tries to identify the two ships leaving.  She doubted the problem was coincidental,::
FCO_SubLt_T’alin says:
:: straightens up with as much pride as he can muster :: CO: Thank you, Sir.  I know you.. and everyone else ... are upstanding.  I appreciate it.  More-or-less I need to just do what duty bounds me to as best I can.  Thank you. :: looking to the yeoman, and back to the captain :: CO: I'll.. take my leave. 
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
::leans back slightly in his chair to check one of the side panels::
CMO_Lt_Stevens says:
CEO: Well, I'm glad to meet you and I hope to see more of you, though not in here. And thank you for being patient but it looks like the scan is done. You are free to get up and you should be all set. I'll keep an eye on your isoboramine levels and let you know if there is anything that needs attention
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
FCO:  I'm going to gather the senior staff in a few minutes.  I want to check in with them and deliver some news.  You're welcome to attend, but I understand if you have other things you need to be doing right now.
CEO_Ens_Brax says:
CMO: Thank you, the doctors said it should come down on its own, and it has a bit. But I'll let you know if I notice a change also. Thank you for your time and nice to meet you.
CNS_LtJG_Iza says:
::in her office, looking absently at a card that turned around on its own as she's decluttering::
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: Media headline: "Emergency Task Force Headed for Neutral Zone Immediately"
FCO_SubLt_T’alin says:
:: nods:: CO: I light of any communications, or way to even get to the system.  My duty is here in the immediate future.  I will need to ... figure out how to help at some point or what my role even is, but that isn't a problem for current T'alin, future T'alin in the coming hours maybe.  I'll be there.
CTO_LtJG_Tsela-Yokaze says:
% :: freighters... they looked average... nothing majorly unusual as they got closer to the DMS.  Federation with slight modifications.::
CNS_LtJG_Iza says:
::shakes her head, her curls bouncing around freely, which reminds her she needs to tie it somehow before leaving::
CEO_Ens_Brax says:
::Stands up, straightens the uniform and grabs the PADD. Nods to Doctor Stevens and turns towards the door.::
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
FCO:  Very good.  I'll see you then.
CSO_LtJG_Simmons says:
::Enters her quarters and heads to her couch sitting down and turns on the news feed so she can hear it.::
FCO_SubLt_T’alin says:
:: nods, backs steps out ::
CNS_LtJG_Iza says:
::grabs an elastic from a drawer, in between a few crystals yet to charge, and ties the mass of curls on her head as best she can before heading out::
CMO_Lt_Stevens says:
CEO: The pleasure was all mine. :: Stevens nods to Brax in return::
CEO_Ens_Brax says:
::Walks out of Sickbay and heads towards the Bridge.::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::notices the headline pop up at the top of his screen, leading him to close out of everything and stand up, just wanting to walk around for a moment::
CNS_LtJG_Iza says:
::follows the Ensign just out of Sickbay on her way to the lift, wondering if the cleavage is too little, or too much... or should she have worn the full regulation uniform today?::
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
::Takes a deep breath and exhales slowly::
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
::Turns toward Lee's corner::
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
YCO:  Mr. Lee.
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
<YCO_PO1_Lee> CO: Sir
Host SM_James says:
%<Capt_Cyrna> ::works to direct the ship on a slightly altered course:: CTO: There have been reports of... significant competition in this region. I had... not interpreted those reports to include... ::he pauses, as if searching for a word:: ... hostile takeovers, I believe is the human terminology.
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
::Folds his arms::  YCO:  For future reference, "earliest availability" does not authorize the use of site-to-site transporters into a secure location.  I'm...impressed, though.  That must've taken some doing.
CEO_Ens_Brax says:
::Reaches the Turbolift and waits for it to open before looking around and noticing the CNS.:: CNS: Hello Lieutenant, Ensign Brax, new Chief Engineer.
CSO_LtJG_Simmons says:
::Feeling worried and uptight....stands from the couch and walks around behind it standing with her hands on the back of it as she continues to watch the feed.::
CNS_LtJG_Iza says:
::zips down half an inch to evaluate the option, steps into the lift and turns to her right:: CEO: Oh! Hello! You're Ensign Brax, correct?
FCO_SubLt_T’alin says:
::cocks his head back up straight entering the bridge again ::
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
<YCO_PO1_Lee> ::looks down, slightly ashamed of calling in that particular favor on a trip from the sail to the ready room:: CO: Sorry sir. Understood.
CTO_LtJG_Tsela-Yokaze says:
% Capt Cryna: With the destruction of the Romulan home star, I would not take anything for granted.  And that was after the... oddities going on.
CEO_Ens_Brax says:
CNS: Yes, good to meet you. Lieutenant...Sorry, my grasp of the crew roster is still a bit limited.
CNS_LtJG_Iza says:
::extends her left hand, then checks herself and extends her right one instead:: CEO: I'm Candelaria Iza, one of the counselors. I recognize you from your file, of course ::smiles::
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: Media headline: "Emergency Response Lines Opened to Outer Planets of Romulan Territory, Situation Grave"
CEO_Ens_Brax says:
CNS: I still need the welcome aboard run with Counseling, trying to fit everything in but just so much going on right now.  
Turbolift: Bridge.
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
YCO:  It's all right.  ::Smiles::  Thank you for your prompt arrival.  I have several things I need you to do.  First...if you could give me a call that...that.... ::Pauses for a moment, faltering::
Host SM_James says:
%<Capt_Cyrna> ::nods once, seeming to calculate for a moment:: CTO: A logical suggestion, lieutenant. And with that in mind, your assistance would be appreciated. ::he tilts his head slightly:: This is not a new ship. My crew has done what is within their abilities. If those vessels return, our shields will not hold.
CSO_LtJG_Simmons says:
::Paces behind the couch, then around it as she continues watching the news.::
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
::Turns and looks to the couches, then turns and looks back::  YCO:  ...Nevermind.  I really have only one thing that you need to do.  ::Smiles::
CNS_LtJG_Iza says:
CEO: We can schedule for whenever, it's nothing much, just a chat. I understand you've recently become your new self ::stares into space for a second, wondering:: That must be quite the paradigm shift. I'll admit to be curious and perhaps ask many questions, but you can tell me when it's too much.
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
<YCO_PO1_Lee> ::folds his hands behind his back waiting curiously::
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
YCO:   I've got a duffel inside the door to my quarters — it should be unlocked.  If you could grab it and take it to the port docking hatch for me, leave it with security there...I'd appreciate it.
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::returns to his station, tilting it the console towards himself::
CEO_Ens_Brax says:
CNS: That is an understatement. ::Smiles.:: Everything, even if I've seen it a hundred times as Kelana, even so it seems brand new.
CTO_LtJG_Tsela-Yokaze says:
% :: Nods as she steps further into the room.::  Capt Cyrna: Where is your shields console?  And do you have any weapons capability?  I would also have a map of your route and do you know if I can get the route for others or if one is even officially kept for this area?
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
<YCO_PO1_Lee> ::simply raises an eyebrow.:: CO: Aye.  ::he starts to reach for his combadge then stops and moves out of the ready room using the door like a normal person::
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
::Calls after him:: YCO:  Thank you, Mr. Lee; I know it's a small thing.  Please keep up the good work.
CNS_LtJG_Iza says:
::zips up one centimeter just in case before the lift door's open:: CEO: It's going to be much fun to get to know the universe again. Shall we? ::motions for Brax to enter the bridge first::
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
::Gives his head a half-shake and taps his combadge::
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
*Shipwide*:  Attention, this is Captain Damrok.  All senior staff to the conference room.
CMO_Lt_Stevens says:
::Stevens sighs and tosses the PADD on her desk, heading for the turbolift::
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
::Makes his way out of the ready room, dimming the lights as he leaves through the rear entrance shortcut to the meeting room::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::upon hearing the announcement, he scans the Bridge, seeing a haggard K'han right away::  SOO: You have the Bridge.
CEO_Ens_Brax says:
::Nods and steps onto the Bridge, looking around a bit, then turns back towards the conference room though...that door. Heads to the room.::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
<SOO_LtCmdr_K'han>  ::turns and nods::  XO: Aye, sir.
CSO_LtJG_Simmons says:
::Groans as she hears the announcement.:: Self: really?
CTO_LtJG_Tsela-Yokaze says:
<CPO Talya Singh> :: looking over one of the modifications, they all pause and listen::  PO1: Abara, take over.
CNS_LtJG_Iza says:
::walks with the CEO to the RR:: Self: Just in time, it seems.
CTO_LtJG_Tsela-Yokaze says:
<CPO Talya Singh> :: without waiting for anything to be said, she stands and makes her way out and to the nearest lift.::
CNS_LtJG_Iza says:
<edit, not RR but Conference Room>
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::moves off towards the Conference Room, passing K'han as he moves down towards the CO and XO chairs::
Host SM_James says:
%<Capt_Cyrna> CTO: We have weapons in accordance with section 3.4, paragraph 27 of the Federation Civilian Vessel Operations Act, Lieutenant. 2 standard phaser mounts, 1 fore, 1 aft. Standard shield matrix for class 3 freighter assemblies.
CSO_LtJG_Simmons says:
::Looks from the feed to the door.::  Computer deactivate newsfeed.  ::Heads for the door, hoping that she'll actually get to see T’alin to check in with him.::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::passes through the middle room and enters the Conference Room::
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
::nods to Cawney as he hands off ops, then heads for the conference room::
CSO_LtJG_Simmons says:
::Exits their quarters and heads for the TL::
CTO_LtJG_Tsela-Yokaze says:
% :: nods as she listens and makes her way to what would amount to the tactical station.::  Capt Cyrna:  I need access permission.
FCO_SubLt_T’alin says:
:: heads over to the conference room and enters ::
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
::Stands near the chair at the head of the table, giving Davis a nod, because it is compulsory::  XO:  Commander, any news?
CSO_LtJG_Simmons says:
TL: Bridge.  ::Feels like she was just in here.::
CNS_LtJG_Iza says:
::enters the Conference Room and wonders which seat should she take? Any? One in particular? Are some seats already claimed by different ranks or positions?::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
CO: Just the headlines — looks like a relief contingent is being sent to the outer parts of the Romulan Empire.  ::pauses:: Couldn't be worse.
FCO_SubLt_T’alin says:
:: as the commander and captain are talking he takes up his usual spot leaning on the wall ::
Host SM_James says:
%<Capt_Cyrna> ::nods once, and tapping a few controls on a side console:: CTO: Your access has been upgraded.
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
::Shakes his head::  XO:  It really couldn't.
CSO_LtJG_Simmons says:
::Exits the TL onto the bridge and makes her way across to the conference room.  Stepping inside she looks around.::
CEO_Ens_Brax says:
::Enters the Conference Room, looking around. Goes to put PADD in toolbag and realizes it is still in Main Engineering. Moves from the door and waits for things to settle.::
CTO_LtJG_Tsela-Yokaze says:
% Capt Cyrna:  Thank you... :: quickly she logs in using her standard Starfleet information.  The first thing she pulls up is the current damage report.::
CNS_LtJG_Iza says:
::Decides not to care more than this and sits by the captain’s left without interrupting the senior officers' conversation::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::moves towards his other side, along the window side of the table::
CSO_LtJG_Simmons says:
::Seeing T’alin assesses if she should head over to talk with him or if he needs a  little space.::
CTO_LtJG_Tsela-Yokaze says:
<CPO Talya Singh> :: Arriving to the conference room, she takes a seat in the back of the room.::
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
::Takes his seat::  All:  Please find a seat.  I'll keep this short and to the point.
CSO_LtJG_Simmons says:
::Upon hearing the CO, takes a seat toward the rear of the table.::
CEO_Ens_Brax says:
::Shrugs and takes a seat along the side, hoping to not break any protocols.::
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
::moves to his typical seat::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::sits down::
FCO_SubLt_T’alin says:
:: decides to remain in his usual briefing spot ::
CMO_Lt_Stevens says:
::Steps into the conference room, glancing around before finding a seat next to Simmons::
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
::Folds his hands on the table::  All:  By now, I expect you will have all familiarized yourselves with the situation unfolding in the Romulan Star Empire.  I wish I had more command-side information to share with you, but the reports within the last few minutes that the Federation has dispatched a task force is the first even I'm hearing of it.
CSO_LtJG_Simmons says:
::Upon seeing Kaylee, tries to give her a smile, but only manages to turn the corners of her mouth up slightly.  Whispers:: CMO: Hey.
CTO_LtJG_Tsela-Yokaze says:
% :: Mentally grimaces but keeps her professional face and voice as she reports.::  Capt Cyrna:  Shields are down to 20%.  You currently have no backups.  Aft phaser turret is offline and there appears to be a minor hull breach; the shield around it will not hold long.  From your sensors, no one is currently in that area.
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
All:  Based on what I'm hearing, I'll reemphasize that I don't expect immediate redeployment.  That said, news of this scale is likely to unsettle or unnerve most of the crew, regardless of whether or not they had personal affiliation with anyone directly affected by this.  It is inescapable.
CNS_LtJG_Iza says:
::on the table, one hand grips the other from the top, as she glances around to the other senior officers she has yet to talk to... her eyes definitely don't linger on Commander Raeyld any longer than they do on everyone else::
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
::considers the table, and the newer faces around it.  Another batch of people whose names will fade into the mass of names in his brain::
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
All:  We will need to remain vigilant.  I don't know what will happen in the ensuing days, but we have at least one disavowed Romulan vessel already unaccounted for in the sector, if it stayed around at all.  Otherwise...keep doing what you're doing and keep an eye on your crews.
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
All:  Does anyone have any issues to report regarding our preparations for our forthcoming wargames assignment?
CSO_LtJG_Simmons says:
::Barely nods as she listens to the CO.  Devastating doesn't begin to do the event justice.::
CTO_LtJG_Tsela-Yokaze says:
<CPO Talya Singh> :: with nothing to report, she remains quiet.::
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
::Looks around the table, pausing on each face, even those who are in their usual briefing spot slightly away from the rest of the group::
CNS_LtJG_Iza says:
::a wave of sadness runs through her, as she shakes her head to the Captain when he looks at her::
CEO_Ens_Brax says:
::Shakes head no, understanding the situation only slightly but knowing things are beyond bad.::
FCO_SubLt_T’alin says:
:: speaks up:: All: No Sir, Chief Vini has been whipping the flight crew into shape.  They're ready as ever. 
Host SM_James says:
%<Capt_Cyrna> CTO: I will have our engineers prioritize the damaged breach, Lieutenant. Given its nature, that seems the most immediate problem.
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
::Allows a brief smile toward T'alin::  FCO:  Glad to hear it.
CTO_LtJG_Tsela-Yokaze says:
% :: frowns as she makes her way through the sensor data.  The shields should have been able to handle weapons fire from another freighter.. that was assuming they followed the same accordance... no guarantee there.  With that in mind, she begins working on getting scans of the impacted hull.::
CTO_LtJG_Tsela-Yokaze says:
% :: Looks up::  Capt Cyrna:  The shields should be priority as well.  I can help there if needed.
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
::Intertwines his fingers more tightly on the table, looking as though he's steeling himself::  All:  Barring anything else, please continue to forward all of your departmental readiness reports to Commander Davis.  We should be ready to go at a moment's notice.
Host SM_James says:
%<Capt_Cyrna> CTO: That would be most appreciated, lieutenant. Our crew is small, and we are still some time before we reach port. ::pauses slightly:: Assuming our destination has a port that can offer repair and resupply.
CMO_Lt_Stevens says:
::Stevens leans over to Simmons and whispers:: CSO: Hey, how are you doing?
CNS_LtJG_Iza says:
::fleetingly wonders who is so sad at the table, although it seems like a passing feeling, possibly derived from the Romulan situation::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::nods, knowing this has already happened for most departments in the last 12 hours, and he's pretty well caught up on the last batch::
CEO_Ens_Brax says:
CO: Aye sir. Engineering is already checking status and running diagnostics as long as they don't interfere with ship functions.
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
CEO:  Very good.
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
All:  Anyone else?
CSO_LtJG_Simmons says:
::Offering a wan smile returns in whisper:: CMO: I'm managing.  ::Glances to Talin before looking back to the CMO::
CSO_LtJG_Simmons says:
CO: When can we expect the War Games to commence?
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
CSO:  I don't think we have a solid idea on that yet.  Probably within the next twenty-four hours.  The admiral, or her chief of staff, will likely be in contact with us soon to provide the information.
CSO_LtJG_Simmons says:
CO: Thank you, Sir.
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
::Nods once, businesslike::
CTO_LtJG_Tsela-Yokaze says:
% Capt Cyrna:  Last I heard, there should be a couple in the area before the DMZ if needed.  I will be down in engineering for a tool kit.  Meanwhile, if you could get me the flight manifests, I can help better on that.  :: pauses::  I also need to get more information on the damage done.  Those freighters should not have been able to do the damage
CTO_LtJG_Tsela-Yokaze says:
<c> the did.
Host SM_James says:
ACTION: A media headline: "Vulcan Ambassador to Romulus Petitions Vulcan Government for Aid"
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
All:  That business concluded...I apologize for the abrupt nature of what I’m about to announce, particularly because I’ve spoken with most of you in person over the course of the last day, and I haven’t brought you into the loop.
CTO_LtJG_Tsela-Yokaze says:
<CPO Talya Singh> :: lifts a brow curiously::
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
All:  In the last several days I received word that my father is ill, on Zakdorn.  I’ll be taking an indefinite leave of absence to travel...as you are aware, it is an extraordinary distance from Sector 97.  The timing is...  ::Fumbles a bit for words, unusually::  ...needless to say, worse than I could have possibly imagined.
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
All:  It doesn’t sound as though... ::Hesitates a moment, the words choked off, but quickly composes himself:: ...it doesn’t sound like I’ll make it in time, a choice that was out of my control.  I heard second-or-third hand from other sources.  Nevertheless, I plan to be there to help my family.
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
::Looks a bit exhausted, and a bit more pale, as he measures his words out carefully, but with a steady pace::
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
All:  I'll be taking an indefinite leave of absence to attend to the situation.
CTO_LtJG_Tsela-Yokaze says:
<CPO Talya Singh> :: nods her head in sympathy::
CSO_LtJG_Simmons says:
::Looks at the CO, her eyes go wide.::
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
All:  I expect that at minimum, Commander Davis will be granted command of the ship on an acting basis, and Dr. Raeyld will be serving in an extended command capacity until plans are solidified.  I had hoped to remain for the wargames, if only to help give our best effort for Captain Durron and the Europa.
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
All:  But my personal ship is due to return to Deep Space Three in the next twenty-four hours or so.  I'll need to be on it.  I know that all of you can handle business in the meantime.
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
All:  That said, while I will be away, I will not be out of touch.  If any of you need anything, regardless of where I am, you should have a message with my contact information in your correspondence.  Please reach out whenever you like, even if it's just to talk.
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::looks up and then trains in on Damrok, perceptive to the changes in his cadence:: 
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
::Inhales slowly and steadily, looking toward for a moment and giving the bridge of his nose a brief, light pinch, then looks back up::  All:  Any questions for me?
FCO_SubLt_T’alin says:
<HFI_CW3_Veni> SOO: Reports that there may be potential long-range subspace nav beacon interference from proton radiation long the border.
CNS_LtJG_Iza says:
::steels herself a bit as a wave of different feelings hit her. Candelaria closes her eyes for a second to separate her feelings from everyone else's::
CEO_Ens_Brax says:
::Shakes head, a bit taken aback but not sure how to respond to this.::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::shifts in his seat, this feeling quite sudden, and certainly unexpected::
CSO_LtJG_Simmons says:
::Purses her lips and it makes sense why he told her to get information on the Admiral to Raeyld instead of to himself.::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::looks to the others; he has questions, but this doesn't seem to be the time for them::
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
::Barely keeping it together, and not really trying to hide it::  All:  All right.  ::Somehow conjures a well-meaning smile::  I said I would keep it brief, and I am a man of my word.  If there are no further questions, you're all dismissed.
CNS_LtJG_Iza says:
::remembers the upside-down Chariot on her desk not half an hour ago, and sighs:: CO: I wish you well, Sir. You'll be where you're needed the most.
CTO_LtJG_Tsela-Yokaze says:
<CPO Talya Singh> CO:  Safe travels, sir.  :: with a nod, heads out.::
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
CNS:  Thank you, Counselor.
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
Singh:  And to you, Chief.
CSO_LtJG_Simmons says:
::sets her hand on the CMO's arm.:: CMO: I'd like to talk when we're done, but there's something I need to do first.
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
::Places his palms flat on the table and pushes himself out of his chair::
CMO_Lt_Stevens says:
::Stevens nods:: CSO: Of course. My office?
CSO_LtJG_Simmons says:
::Pushes her chair back from the table and heads over to the tall Romulan and stands quietly in front of him for a moment.::
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::stands as well, allowing the others to file out::
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
::considers the captain for a long moment.:: CO: I assume you will be taking your ship?  Would you like me to file a flight plan for you?
CEO_Ens_Brax says:
CO: Wish I had gotten to know you a bit longer, but hopefully we'll meet again soon. ::Stands, turning for the door.::
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
CEO:  Take care, Ensign.  It was good to meet you.
CNS_LtJG_Iza says:
::stands as the captain does, needlessly tugs down her not-quite-regulation jacket and turns to leave::
CEO_Ens_Brax says:
::Moves back towards bridge, trying to catch the CPO.::
FCO_SubLt_T’alin says:
:: musters a half smile puts his right hand out on Simmons’ shoulder and gives it a squeeze ::
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
::As an aside, to Fong::  OPS:  Please do, Mr. Fong.  That's very kind.
CTO_LtJG_Tsela-Yokaze says:
<CPO Talya Singh> :: Shakes her head as she makes her way back down to the office and others.  She sighed.  The crew was just starting to be just that... a crew.  Hopefully this changed nothing.::
CEO_Ens_Brax says:
CPO: Chief, do you have a second?
Host SM_James says:
%<Capt_Cyrna> CTO: I will make what we have available to you. But it will not be up to Starfleet standards, Lieutenant. We have not been quite so... fortunate.
CMO_Lt_Stevens says:
::Stevens gets up from the table and quickly slips out, heading for her office::
CSO_LtJG_Simmons says:
::Gently in her British accent:: FCO: I'm so sorry.
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
::More squarely::  OPS:  ...And if you think you can spare the time, I'll see you at the docking hatch in ten.
CTO_LtJG_Tsela-Yokaze says:
% Cyrna:  I understand.  I am used to working with... what is at hand.  But we do need to know what we are looking at so we have a better idea of how best to safely proceed.
OPS_LtJG_Fong says:
::nods and stands:: CO: I will see you there.
CSO_LtJG_Simmons says:
FCO: I want you to know that I'm here if you want me to be, but if you don't.  I understand that too.
FCO_SubLt_T’alin says:
CSO: I know... thanks.
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
::Turns to Davis::  XO:  Commander.
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::looks to Damrok, squaring himself towards him::  CO: That didn't sound like an "I'll be back" kind of moment.
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
XO:  Maybe.  I don't know.  I also don't know if we're going up against the Europa in these drills or what, but whoever it is, please give them an unmitigated thrashing on my behalf.
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
CO: You don't have to tell me to deliver an ass kicking if it's at all in my power to do so.
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::pauses::  CO: I hope this isn't a goodbye, and it all works out. Take care.
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
::A smile upturns in the right corner of his face::  XO:  Good man.  ::Clasps a hand briefly on his right shoulder::  I hope so, too.  Take care of yourself.  And encourage everyone else to take care of themselves, too.
Host XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
::nods twice, then drifts off towards the Bridge and the darkness all around::
Host CO_Capt_Damrok says:
XO:  See you soon.  ::Heads for the opposite exit and the turbolift, getting the lights on his way out::
Host SM_James says:
=/\= END MISSION =/\=

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