Quirinus/Claymore Joint Mission 10907.20
Part 1

starring

Mitch Travis as CO Captain Sulek 
Jeffrey G. Brown as XO Commander Kraight
Christopher Dickinson as CTO Commander Billy Bob Powers, Jr. 
Mike Jones as CMO Lt. Mathar Raythan 
Karriaunna Scotti as CNS Commander Azhure Powers 

and guest starring as the crew of the Claymore

Shari Dalrymple as CO Capt. T'Shara

William Davis as CO Cmdr. William Davis

Wowous Darcen as FCO Ens. Tobias Northcutt

Jack Farfri as OPS Ens. Fong

Delon Eubena as CTO Cmdr. Kizlev Hy'Qiin

Karriaunna Scotti as CSO Lt. Senn Eris

John Garrison as CEO LtCmdr. Isaac Hull

Aaron Weaver as CMO LtCmdr. Marcus D. Welland

Lea as MO LtCmdr. Serena Raeyld

Anna Menser as CNS LtJG. Bellatrix Niventra

James Homuth as CIV Ens. Ian Williams

with

Keith LaHue, Ship Manager – Quirinus
Andrew Dalrymple, Ship Manager – Claymore

MISSION PROLOGUE: The weapon used to kill K'tal has exhibited strange powers, but the Doctor has recovered, and the weapon is safely locked away. The Quent, in the meantime, are holding position on the edge of the ships long range sensors.

=/\==/\=  BEGIN Quirinus Mission 10907.20: and Back Again? =/\==/\=
=/\==/\=  Episode 14  =/\==/\=

Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: on bridge ::
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@ :: On the bridge at the helm making final preparations. ::
C_MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
@ :: Exits the turbolift onto the Claymore bridge, glancing around slightly for the Captain as she makes her way to the front of the vessel to take OPS ::
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
# :: steps out on to the Bridge from the Observation Lounge, as is his habit as of late ::
Host Q_XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: at Science One on the Quirinus bridge, monitoring long range sensors ::
C_CAG_Ens_Williams says:
@ :: in Claymore's shuttlebay, making final preparations to the  shuttle they'll be making fairly heavy use of ::
Q_CMO_Lt_Raythan says:
:: In the Quirinus' morgue (just off the surgical bay), preparing for the autopsy ::
O_CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
# :: Riding a turbolift car toward the bridge to report to Commander Davis ::
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
#<CMC_MCPO_Matthews>  :: already on the Bridge, in the XO's regular seat, keeping an eye on things somewhat unofficially ::
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@ :: Looks up from the console and nods to Raeyld. ::  MO: Doctor.
O_CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
# :: On the bridge, logged onto Engineering1 console, making last minute adjustments to ship's sub-systems ::
C_CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
@ :: at tactical on the Claymore's bridge, eying the MO as she walks by, wondering why she hasn't thought of him as a self-talking basket case yet after being caught on the Jarrow during that awkward moment ::
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: Rises :: Kraight: Any results on the scans for the knife's metal?
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
#CEO: Systems report, Commander.  :: Commander with emphasis ::
O_OPS_Ens_Fong says:
# :: At the Ops seat on the Overton's bridge, his wrinkled nose to the console as he tries to read the fine print on a contract from the market hub ::
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@MO: Doctor, were you and Welland able to take care of the issue with the lifesigns?
Q_CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Rubs his chin as he consults a large space map displayed at one of the rear auxiliary panels, as he and his TOs plan their next tactical actions ::
Host Q_XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Compiling the results now, sir...
O_CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
# :: As the 'lift comes to a stop, leans forward off the rear of the car and strides onto the bridge, walking down around the tactical arc and waiting for an opportunity ::
C_CAG_Ens_Williams says:
@ :: enters a final sequence of commands, rotating the carrier frequency just slightly to give the impression of a multichannelled communications network ::
O_CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
#XO:  Sir, I believe the ship is as ready as she is going to be.
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Send the results to CTO Powers as well.
Q_CMO_Lt_Raythan says:
:: Puts on all protective garb, nodding to Selara and the few nurses in the bay with him. Not taking any chances as he begins to program the computer to begin ::
Host Q_XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Aye, sir.
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
# :: nods to Hull's remark, stifling a grin ::  CEO: For your sake, and the sake of your current rank, I sincerely hope so.
C_MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
@ :: Glances back to the Captain and Kizlev, and can't help but smile slightly a brief moment, although she's not sure if that's lost on the Vulcan anyway, and settles into her seat, quickly growing more sober :: CO: Yes, Captain. We've simulated approximately half the standard crew complement. A more than adequate skeletal crew.
O_CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
# :: checks to see that his black pip is prominently displayed ::
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
#OPS: Contact Claymore.
O_OPS_Ens_Fong says:
#XO: Aye Sir.
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
# :: sits in the Captain's chair  --  his chair, until T'Shara's return or the destruction of Overton  --  and rubs his hands together, ready to get rolling ::
O_CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
#XO:  Aye!  She won't let us down, she has brought us this far. :: grins :: 
O_CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
# :: Watches his boots a moment, then steps toward Davis ::  XO:  Doctor Welland reporting, Sir.  :: Folds his hands behind his back ::
O_OPS_Ens_Fong says:
#COM: Claymore: Overton to Claymore.
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@ :: Nods :: MO: Excellent.
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@CTO: Commander, what is your progress with scans?
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
# :: motions for Welland to hold on ::
C_MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
@ :: Takes a moment to get the lay of the console,and notices the blinking indicator at her OPS station :: CO: Captain, comm coming in from the Overton. Would you like me to put it through onto the main viewer?
O_CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
# :: Nods and withholds further action ::
C_CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
@ :: sees the results from science come across his screen :: CO: They just came in, Captain. Lieutenant Senn is finalizing the results in real time. Let's see... :: reads the list ::
Host Q_XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: The metal of the knife does indeed have some unusual psychoactive properties. It affects non-telepaths to a degree, and those with telepathic abilities much more severely.
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@ :: Nods to Kizlev ::  MO: Aye, put it through, Doctor.
O_OPS_Ens_Fong says:
#XO: They are responding, on screen sir?
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: moves up to Kraight :: Kraight: As I witnessed with the CMO.  It was fortunate that I was only just inside the door or Powers may have had two of us to contend with.
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
# :: nods without thinking, then finally adds ::  OPS: Yes, please Ensign.
O_OPS_Ens_Fong says:
# :: puts the com on the screen for the commander :: XO: Aye.
C_MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
@ :: Taps a few controls on the console, somewhat childishly eager to apply some of what she was studying just shortly before. Routes the comm to the main viewer :: COM: Overton: OPS: Aye, Ensign. Go ahead.
O_CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
# :: Looks to the viewscreen, anxious about how events might unfold ::
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@*CAG*: What is your status, Mr. Williams?
Host Q_XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Trace quantities of the metal have been found in several locations on Station Quest, most notably sickbay, and significant traces in the quarters of Ensign Carmen.
Q_CMO_Lt_Raythan says:
:: A series of holographic controls appear before him as the surgical suite of machinery lowers from the ceiling to the corpse before him. He was tempted to go the old fashioned route and do the autopsy "first hand," but after his encounter with the knife, he's taking no chances ::
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
#COM: Captain, we're standing by for your command. According to our esteem engineering, we're as ready as we'll ever be.
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: If the knife wielder was used as the instrument or more like the gun delivering a bullet, then to get maximum effect the subject would need to be telepathic.  What is Carmen's psi rating?
C_CAG_Ens_Williams says:
@*CO*: Modifications are nearly complete. I'll need a few moments longer.
O_CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
# :: Double checking the status board, nods in the affirmative as if someone was asking the question ::
Host Q_XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: checks personnel records :: CO: Carmen has a Class IV rating; mild telepathic receptivity.
Host Q_XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: I have already dispatched hazmat teams to clean any residues.
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@ :: Swivels around in her chair. ::  COM: Overton: Commander, we're just getting ready to depart.  Setting in a course for your location.
O_OPS_Ens_Fong says:
# :: Double checks the comm signal setup, and quietly hopes for the best ::
C_CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
@CO: Captain, according to Lt. Senn's long range sensor study, there is a protostar system about 4 light years from Market Hub. It is home to a type-9 protostar emitting massive energy readings detectable from Sol.
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
# :: stares off into the viewer, impatient ::  COM: Claymore: Acknowledged. We'll await your signal.
C_MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
@ :: Continues adapting the OPS console to her particular preferences...or at least, what seems most natural. Takes a moment to try to remember who would have been the last to use the OPS console on this Claymore ::
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@*CAG*: Noted, Ensign I'm preparing to depart.  Continue with your modifications let me know when you are through.
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
# :: stands up again and paces forward a bit, then turns back aft ::  CEO: Commander, have our tractor beam prepared.
C_CAG_Ens_Williams says:
@ :: compiles the last piece of code, then gets up :: *CO*: The modifications are complete.
O_CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
#XO:  Tractor beam at the ready Sir!  
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@CTO: Acknowledged.  Have you been able to detect the fleet at that location or pinpoint their location?
O_CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
# :: Turns and looks back to Hull a moment...had been meaning to talk to the Chief Engineer about the situation with the holograms aboard the Claymore, but never found an opportunity ::
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
# :: finally moves off in the direction of Welland ::
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: The question is, is it enough for the desired effect?  I suspected you would find trace in Carmen's quarters, since there is little reason for other contact with the knife.
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@COM: Overton: Understood. T'Shara out.
C_MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
@ :: Sensing the end of the discussion, shuts down the commline ::
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@*CAG*: Acknowledged.
O_OPS_Ens_Fong says:
# :: Allows the Claymore to cut the comm first before closing the channel ::
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: Carmen as of now stands out as a prime suspect.
C_CAG_Ens_Williams says:
@ :: moves to the turbolift, and orders the bridge ::
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@*Shipwide*: Prepare for departure.  :: moves hands across the console. ::
Q_CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Looks up from his work ::  CO: Sorry, Captain?
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
# :: comes just short of Welland, giving him time to decide whether or not he's going to engage Hull in conversation or not ::

ACTION:  The Claymore gracefully slips out of the Market Hub dock and into open space to meet up with the Overton.

Host Q_XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: His personnel file notes that he collects knives.
C_CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
@ :: reads the remaining results, and they are more precise than he would normally expect :: CO: According to this, there is indeed a fleet present there based on the signals coming from that system. Senn has uploaded the coordinates to the conn when we are ready to proceed.
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: Check Kraight's scan findings.  There are strong residuals of the metal for the knife in Carmen's quarters.
Q_CMO_Lt_Raythan says:
:: Holographic representations of K'tal's insides start arraying themselves before him as the computer does extensive scans. Tiny lasers begin to perform incisions to remove certain organs for a more thorough examination ::
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@CTO: Very well, Commander.  Once we have met up with Overton we will set in a course for those coordinates.
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: And what better subject to give the knife?  Check to see if he was on station at the time of the murder.
C_CAG_Ens_Williams says:
@ :: steps off the lift on the bridge, and moves down towards the flight control console ::
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: He would be quite unsuspecting of the intent of the knife's seller.
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@ :: continues to maintain their current heading. ::
O_CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
# :: Turns back to Davis, away from the Master Situations panels ::  XO:  Sorry, Commander.
O_OPS_Ens_Fong says:
# :: brings up the Overton's power distribution chart and checks the systems, and that the ship's batteries have a full charge ::  XO: Claymore coming into tractor range sir.
Host Q_XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: consults crew assignment logs :: CO: Affirmative. Carmen was aboard Station Quest at the time of the murder, sir.
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
# :: turns to Fong, but doubles back, wanting to check in with Welland first ::  CMO: What's your status in Sickbay?
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@ :: slows speed and signals the Overton that we are ready for a tractor. ::
C_CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
@CO: Understood. Details on the hull configurations of the fleet ships still incoming. So far we can confirm both Federation and Romulan signatures.
C_MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
:: Thinks, Ah...Yes. That's who. :: @CO: Captain, permission to route sensor control to my console until Lieutenant Senn returns?
Q_CMO_Lt_Raythan says:
:: Crosses arms as toxicology and blood results start to come in. Fingers fly out and grace the holographic keyboard before him, he orders the computer to remove a section of K'tal's bone marrow for extensive analysis ::
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@ :: Nods :: CTO: As we suspected, Commander.
O_CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
#XO:  We're ready to go.  Two shifts are active, two on standby... built some backup groups from the medical personnel not assigned directly to our roster -- you know, Overton personnel as well as some we rescued earlier.
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: I do not believe that if Carmen killed K'tal that he was the one with the motive but the "weapon" much as the knife's effect was on the CMO.
O_OPS_Ens_Fong says:
# :: glances at the incoming signal :: XO: Claymore signals ready for tractor beam, sir.
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
# :: again turns, feeling pulled in more directions than he really wants to be; he maintains his composure to provide directions, though ::  CEO: Commander Hull, lock on to the Claymore with the tractor beam.
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@MO: Permission granted, Doctor.
C_CAG_Ens_Williams says:
@ :: as the captain doesn't seem to be willing to get up any time soon, he moves to occupy a spot at an auxiliary station instead ::
O_CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
#XO:  Aye Sir! :: Engages the targeting scanner, locking onto the Claymore's bow ::  Target acquired, tractor beam engaged
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@CTO: Commander transmit coordinates to the Overton.
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
#CMO: I'd like you to stay here on the Bridge for now until we see how things play out. If it gets hectic down there, you can always return.
C_CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
@ :: forwards the tactical data to T'Shara's console for reference: 1 Sovereign Class, 4 Sabers, 2 Defiants, 2 Valdore Warbirds, 2 D'Deridex, and 4 Heavy Cargo Shuttles ::
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
# :: gauges his reaction carefully, hoping he's up for the task if it comes to it ::
C_MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
@ :: Nods and begins the necessary adjustments to access sensors as well, fighting off a feeling of being overwhelmed at being submerged in functions she doesn't feel adequately trained for... but refocuses, determined, at least, not to quit ::
O_CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
# :: Brings up a visual on Eng1 console looking at the Claymore, admiring "his" ship ::
O_CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
#XO:  Very well, Sir.  :: Shifts a bit, returning to parade rest... doesn't seem particularly comfortable, but doesn't seem to be too nervous, either ::
C_CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
@ :: transmits the coordinates to the Overton's conn :: CO: Coordinates uploaded, sir.
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@ :: Begins looking the data transferring it to the Captain's chair as she gets up noticing Williams nearby so he can take over. ::  CAG: All yours, Mr. Williams.
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
# :: gestures towards the command seats ::  CMO: Take a station.
C_CAG_Ens_Williams says:
@ :: shrugs, gets up from where he'd been sitting, and moves to the helm ::
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
# :: circles and heads for his own seat, looking at the conn ::  AFCO: Mr. Wowzers, have we received coordinates?
O_CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
#OPS: Mr. Fong, tractor beam has the Claymore, she is in tow with minimal slippage.
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
#<AFCO_Ens_Wowzers>  XO: Y-yes sir, we have.  :: seems nervous for whatever reason ::
O_CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
# :: Hesitates a split second, then has a seat in the first officer's chair -- at the very least, has a few minutes worth of experience sitting in it -- and swings the console around ::
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
#AFCO: Plot a course at warp 6 and stand by.
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
#OPS: Bring up Claymore again.
O_OPS_Ens_Fong says:
# :: Nods at the CEO :: CEO: Power levels within expected tolerances.
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@ :: Walks over to her chair and takes a seat bringing up the data Kizlev just sent her.  With a few key strokes transmits the data to Davis as well. ::  COM: Claymore: Commander Davis: Commander I am sending you some information we have acquired on the fleet.
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
:: wanders back to his chair, but doesn't sit, instead facing the viewer ::
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: moves over to where Powers is working on tactical ::
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
#OPS: As you were. :: turns back to the viewer ::  COM: Overton: We have, Captain. Our course has been plotted.
Q_CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Puts his PADD aside ::  All: We can have a team take him into custody and search his quarters immediately.
C_CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
@ :: looks up at Rayeld :: MO: How are you holding up, commander?
O_CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
# :: Builds a little overview of navigational positioning, sensors, and critical ship function readouts on the display, not really sure where to put anything or what he actually ought to be doing ::
Q_CMO_Lt_Raythan says:
:: Looks at the readings coming in. Sighs ::
C_CAG_Ens_Williams says:
@ :: enters commands into the console to adjust the ship slightly for maximum balance within the tractor beam ::
O_CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
#OPS:  Mr. Fong, I have calculated the shearing point, it is 35 degrees port or starboard yaw, anything past will drop the Claymore's tow
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@COM: Overton: Acknowledged, Commander.  We're standing by on this end.  Ready to depart when you are.
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
#COM: Claymore: Very well.
C_MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
@ :: Takes a moment to route the Captain's comm through, then turns her attention to Kizlev :: CTO: ..Hm?  :: Looks slightly confused ::
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
# :: turns to the conn unceremoniously ::  AFCO: Engage.
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: Realize that he may have difficulty in remembering where he obtained the knife.  A careful assassin will cover his tracks.  Let us hope that this is not a careful assassin but one driven by blatant emotion.
O_OPS_Ens_Fong says:
#CEO: Very well.  :: programs the tolerances into the computer and forwards them to the AFCO's console ::
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
#<AFCO_Ens_Wowzers>  :: fiddles with his console, again nervously, before engaging the engines at warp 6 ::
C_CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
@ :: grins and looks back at his console :: MO: Your posture is slumping a bit today, and your hands appear somewhat hesitant. I was... curious.

ACTION:  The Overton and Claymore depart from Market Hub facing unfavorable odds.  Shortly after departure from the station the Overton engages her tractor beam and locks onto the Claymore.  A brief moment of silence follows and then both ships warp out of the system.  42 hours later the vessels reach the outer edge of the protostar system.

ACTION: The Quirinus detects the Starfleet ships near the protosystem.

Q_CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Taps his commbadge ::  *SEC*: Rast.  Check the security office and find the location of Crewman Carmen.
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: looks down at the map :: Powers: now if we can divide some of the allied ships and have them lay in wait here and here, we could flank the Quent...
Q_CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Beeping ::  CO: Captain?  Sensors are detecting Starfleet signatures.
Host Q_XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Confirmed... two vessels.
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: Here? In this subspace?
Q_CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<SEC_Ens_Rast> *CTO*: Aye, sir.  :: In the secure office, he checks the location of Carmen against internal sensor readings.  Confirming the readings, he grabs two additional crewmen and heads down to Sickbay ::
O_CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
# :: Sitting in the Observation Lounge, downing a glass of ice water ::
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: Do you have signature identities?
O_OPS_Ens_Fong says:
# :: Brings up the sensors as they approach the protosystem, once again on the bridge, well rested for a change ::
Q_CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Reading transponder signatures ::  CO: Ships read as USS Claymore and USS Overton.  Shall I issue IFF challenges?
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@COM: Overton: Begin dropping us from tractor beam.  We will use impulse engines from here on.
C_CAG_Ens_Williams says:
@ :: at the flight console, monitoring their situation ::
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: Yes.  Protocol for confirmed identity.
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
#AFCO: Drop from warp, Ensign.
Q_CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Issues the automated IFF protocols from his console ::
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
#<AFCO_Ens_Wowzers>  :: brings the ship out of warp ::  XO: Aye, sir. Full impulse.
C_MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
@ :: Returns to the bridge of the Claymore, exiting the turbolift freshly attired in clean clothes, after a refreshing shower ::
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
#OPS: Disengage tractor beam, Ensign.
O_CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
# :: Drapes his lab coat over a chair and exits the lounge again, casually walking to the first officer's chair and sitting ::
O_OPS_Ens_Fong says:
#XO: Aye.  :: gently powers down the tractor beam and releases the Claymore ::
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: moves to chair :: Kraight: On screen, maximum magnification.
C_CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
@CO: Captain, I'm detecting a Starfleet vessel on sensors. They've likely detected us as well.
C_MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
@ :: Nods to the Captain as she makes her way to the OPS console again, and sees a plethora of blinking lights :: CO: Captain...
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@ :: Standing in front of her chair, she straightens her uniform and once again takes her seat. ::
Host Q_XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: adjusts main viewer ::
Q_CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Nods slowly ::  CO: Readings confirmed, Captain.
C_CAG_Ens_Williams says:
@ :: begins to restore power to the impulse engines ::
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@CTO: Part of the fleet?  :: raising an eyebrow ::
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Ops: Hail the ships.
Q_CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<SEC_Ens_Rast> :: Arrives in Sickbay, his hand over his holster, but the other two with their sidearms drawn ::
C_MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
@CO: Captain, I'm picking up a Starfleet signature... :: Cautiously ::
O_CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
# :: Retracts the Overton's Tractor beam emitter ::
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@ :: Nods to Raeyld in acknowledgment. ::
C_MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
@ :: Glances to Kizlev a moment, then back to T'Shara ::
O_CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
#XO:  Tractor secure, Commander.
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: Are they reading our IFF?
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
# :: nods ::  CEO: Very well.
C_CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
@CO: I'm running a check in the database for the transponder code belonging to registry NCC-83942. The USS Quirinus...?
C_CAG_Ens_Williams says:
@ :: glances over at Raeyld's console, knowing she's out of her element by a long ways ::
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@ :: Looks at both officers. ::  CTO: Open a secure hailing frequency.
O_CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
# :: Looks over his summary display and spots a little insignia on sensors that he did not expect to see ::  XO:  This is... rather odd.  Got something on sensors.
O_OPS_Ens_Fong says:
# :: shifts power to impulse drives :: XO: New contact in system, reading as Starfleet, USS Quirinus, Steamrunner... Registry showing 83942, sir.
C_MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
@ :: Furrows her brow slightly :: CO/CTO: If she's a familiar vessel, I don't know that she's part of the Section 31's fleet...
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
# :: frowns, sensing the confusion from Welland ::  CMO: What is it?
C_CAG_Ens_Williams says:
@MO: Transfer it here. :: generally points at the IFF indicator ::
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
<OPS> COM Claymore and Overton: This is the USS Quirinus.  Do you read?
C_CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
@CO: Secure channel open.
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@MO/CTO: Agreed, doctor.
O_CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
#XO:  Looks like a Starfleet vessel... reads as USS Quirinus.  Getting a signal of some kind... not sure how to respond.
O_OPS_Ens_Fong says:
#XO: Message incoming, sir.
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
# :: overhears the comm, which coincides with Welland's response ::
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
#CMO: A Starfleet vessel?
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@COM: Quirinus:  This is Captain T'Shara of the USS Claymore.  :: pauses shortly ::  I'm a little surprised to see another Federation vessel in the area.
C_MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
:: Glances to Williams...probably the first words from him she's heard directed her way since...quite a while :: CAG: Ah... transferring.  :: Sends the signal across to Williams' station ::
Q_CMO_Lt_Raythan says:
:: Exits into the main sickbay from the surgical bay, surprised to see some security personnel present ::
O_OPS_Ens_Fong says:
#XO: Claymore is replying, sir.
C_CAG_Ens_Williams says:
@ :: accepts, glances it over, then issues a reply challenge ::
O_CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
#XO:  Yes.  :: Still filtering through the data, largely unfamiliar with the controls ::
C_MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
@CO: Three-way Comm, Captain?
Q_CMO_Lt_Raythan says:
:: Walks over :: Security: Who's in charge here?
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
# :: nods, figuring as much ::  OPS: Let's let Captain T'Shara handle this for the time being.
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COM T'Shara: T'Shara, this is Sulek.  It has been a while since we have spoken.
O_OPS_Ens_Fong says:
#XO: Would you like to listen in sir?
O_CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
#<aTO_Ens_Mornal>  :: Raises an eyebrow ::  XO:  Should I raise shields?  Power weapons?
C_CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
@ :: checks the Quirinus' Steamrunner Class configuration, considerably familiar with its design given how many of them were designed and built in the Andor system ::
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@MO: No need Commander.  Thank you.
C_MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
@ :: Nods, and looks back to her console :: CAG: Transfer complete.
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
#OPS: Set it up.
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@COM: Sulek: Captain Sulek it has been some time indeed.  You are looking well.
C_CAG_Ens_Williams says:
@ :: says nothing else to her, but maneuvers the Claymore to be directly along-side the Overton ::
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
#aTO: Hold off for right now.
O_CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
#<aTO_Ens_Mornal>  :: Seems marginally disappointed, shifting his weight from one foot to the other, but simply continues about his routine business, keeping a very sharp eye on the contact ::
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COM T'Shara: You as well, Captain. We are reading you, but I am not sure how.  We are currently in an alternative subspace domain.  Are you near something that would warp subspace fields?
O_CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
# :: Looks over his panel, then to Davis, then back to his panel ::
O_OPS_Ens_Fong says:
# :: nods and sets the viewscreen to display both the Claymore's and the Quirinus' comm channels ::
C_MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
@ :: Takes the moment to run a long range sensor scan, trying to see if there's anything anomalous in the area...another ship hiding from them, perhaps ::
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@COM: Overton: Commander, proceed into the protostar system.  Put your game face on.  To make this work you will have to bluff like you have money on the table.  I will continue talks out here with Quirinus.
Q_CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<SEC_Ens_Rast> CMO: I am, Doctor.
C_MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
@ :: Glances back over her head in a somewhat mystified expression, trying and failing to reconciled the Captain's conversation to the Captain's person ::
O_CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
# Bridge:  This is damn peculiar!
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
# :: nods in agreement, but continues to listen in ::
Q_CMO_Lt_Raythan says:
Ensign Rast: And how can we help you? :: Taking off protective garb ::
O_CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
# :: Looks to Fong, finding himself wishing the Operations Manager had been around when they were running the combat simulation ::
C_CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
@ :: takes note of the MO's sensor scans, surprised yet proud of the Betazoid doctor's paranoia worthy of a fine tactical officer ::
Q_CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<SEC_Ens_Rast> :: Looking around ::  CMO: Is Crewman Carmen here?
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@COM: Sulek: We're actually getting ready to move into a type 9 protostar system.  Which we think a fleet of vessels have entered to tamper with the space time continuum.
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
#COM: Claymore: Very well.
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
#AFCO: Resume course to the protostar system, Mr. Wowzers.
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
#<AFCO_Ens_Wowzers>  :: twitches at his console again in response ::
O_CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
# :: Looks back to Hull, also finding himself wishing the Chief Engineer had been around during the combat simulation... wonders how things might've gone differently, or whether they would've at all ::
O_CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
# :: Looks now to Wowzers, wondering how the Ensign is holding up ::
O_CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
#CMO:  Doctor, beginning to feel the excitement? <grins>
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COM T'Shara: Indeed interesting.  We were thrown into subspace by an experiment gone awry along with the Space Station Quest.  The protostar would explain our contact.  We may be able to scan from coordinates for your fleet. :: turns in chair :: Kraight: See if you can get anything on sensors.
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COM T'Shara: It would not do if we were able to return and find that we no longer exist.
Host Q_XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: I've been scanning continuously since we first detected the warp signatures, sir. Readings are... confused.
O_CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
# :: Smiles, obviously in spite of himself ::  CEO:  Something like it, Commander.  :: Looks back to his station, which is blinking rather feistily ::
C_MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
@ :: Takes a deep, somewhat nervous breath as she reviews again the immense population in the system, but detects nothing else suspicious. Nothing more suspicious than a deadly fleet. Yay. ::

ACTION:  The Overton enters the protostar system and sees for the first time the massive build up of Starfleet and Romulan vessels.  Around the massive protostar the work crew finish the temporal portal.

Host SMDrew says:
<CTO_Lt_Resmil> Admiral Takit:  Sir we have a Starfleet vessel on sensors moving into this system.
O_CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
#XO:  Sir, looks like we've got some more contacts.  ...A lot more.
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COM T'Shara: What kind of ship signatures are we looking for?
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
# :: frowns, then stands ::  CMO: What do you mean?
O_OPS_Ens_Fong says:
# :: puts a tactical layout of the system on the viewscreen rather than a useless forward view ::
Q_CMO_Lt_Raythan says:
:: Crosses arms :: Rast: Yes, he is. What's going on?
Host SMDrew says:
<Admiral_Takit>:  Starfleet?  How in god's name did they make it here on half a ship?
Q_CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<SEC_Ens_Rast> CMO: Is he awake, Doctor?  We'd like to ask some questions.
C_MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
@ :: Glances back to Kizlev :: CTO: ..Just how good are you with those weapons systems?
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Reset scans to minor variants in the subspace strata.  We may not be able to go to our space, but we may be able to meet the Claymore and Overton halfway.
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@ COM: Sulek: Aye Captain.  We have already located the fleet of ships they are here within the protostar system.
O_CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
#XO:  A rather large fleet of vessels, Sir... scans haven't quite parsed out an exact number, just yet, but... :: Nods to the viewer ::  ...that's what we've got.
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
#AFCO: All stop.
Host SMDrew says:
<Admiral_Takit>: OPS: Open a comm channel.
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
#OPS/CMO: Can we make out the type?
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@CAG: Are you still transmitting those comm signals Ensign?
O_CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
#XO:  Doesn't appear so, yet.  :: Looks to OPS for what would likely be a more expert opinion ::
Q_CMO_Lt_Raythan says:
:: Shakes his head :: Rast: Unfortunately, Ensign, he is in no condition to be interrogated at the moment. He's still recovering from his treatments and ... well, hasn't been doing too well.
C_CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
@MO: Adequate barely begins to describe my abilities with them.
Host SMDrew says:
<OPS_Flanten>:  Admiral: Comm open sir.
Host Q_XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Making adjustments now, Captain...
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COM T'Shara: We may be able to provide some assistance.  Standby.
C_CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
@MO: ...which may be the least modest thing I have said in years. :: embarrassed ::
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
#OPS: Contact Claymore. Let them know we have contacts here.
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@COM: Sulek: Understood, Captain.
C_MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
@ :: Nods, a little relieved :: CTO: I'm very glad to hear it.
O_OPS_Ens_Fong says:
#XO: Showing, four D'deridex class, 1 Sovereign, 2 Valdore class, 2 Defiant class, 4 Saber class, and and 4 assorted large cargo craft.
O_OPS_Ens_Fong says:
# XO: aye sir.
Host SMDrew says:
<Admiral_Takit> COM: Starfleet Vessel:  This is Admiral Takit we know you have entered the system.  If you would please be kind enough to identify yourselves we would of course be grateful.
Q_CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<SEC_Ens_Rast> CMO: Define "not well" please.  It is important that we speak to him.
O_CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
# :: Looks back to his panel, blinking a few times, and assuming it'd probably be more handy if he hadn't gone to the barest extremes of minimalism in configuring it ::
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: looks back at Kraight :: Kraight: We need coordinates if we are to be of any assistance, otherwise we must simply wait out and hope for a tactical description as events unfold.
O_OPS_Ens_Fong says:
# COM: Claymore: MO: Overton to Claymore, we have multiple contacts, forwarding data now.  :: sends a data packet ::
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
# :: overhears the comm, the sound of the title admiral always making him feel less than pleasant ::
O_OPS_Ens_Fong says:
#XO: Incoming message :: Feeds it to the bridge speakers ::
C_CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
@MO: Do you suspect we will face conflict today? I am in no mood to die today.
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
# :: moves to the fore ::  OPS: On screen.
C_MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
@COM: Claymore: OPS: Excellent. Thank you, Ensign.  Receiving....  :: Glances over the packet ::
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@COM: Sulek: Captain, I am sending you the coordinates to the protostar system. :: taps a few buttons on the arm of her chair and transmits ::
Q_CMO_Lt_Raythan says:
Rast: He's been in and out of consciousness, and needs rest. The metallurgical contaminant hit his system the strongest. We're trying to purge it, but it got into his bone marrow.
O_OPS_Ens_Fong says:
# :: puts the admiral's comm on the viewscreen ::
Host SMDrew says:
<Admiral_Takit> COM: Overton:  Well, you managed to get that hunk of junk working again.
C_MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
@ :: Glances over the data, and forwards a copy to each member of the bridge, paling somewhat :: CTO: I don't think we'll face conflict... I think we'll be inundated with it.
Host Q_XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Captain... the sensor adjustment you recommended has uncovered something remarkable. This subspace domain is quite small  --  barely 2 light years in diameter. We have but to travel more than 2 LY in any direction, and we will return to normal space.
C_MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
@ :: Smiles weakly :: CTO: But...I have no doubts this vessel will survive.
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
#COM: Admiral Takit: I'm Commander William Davis of the Federation starship Overton.  :: pauses ::  It would appear we've walked into something here.
Q_CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
<SEC_Ens_Rast> CMO: Did he mention anything?  Or has he been completely unconscious?
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Allow for subspace variances. Lay in course for the protostar and relay to flight.
O_CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
# :: Looks to the viewer, wondering what the fleet would be doing here...assumes they came through the conduit, and therefore probably aren't friendlies ::
Host Q_XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: taps several controls on his console ::  CO: Done.
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@ :: Looks down at the data coming in. ::  COM: Overton: XO: Understood.
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COM T'Shara: If you need us, we are on our way.  And from this side, they won't see us coming.
Host SMDrew says:
<Admiral_Takit> COM: Commander Davis:  And where is that little filly Captain of yours? :: Grins. :: Is she trying to out flank us with a shuttlecraft or two?
C_CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
@MO: Oh? What makes you feel so certain we will leave the battlefield with our lives? Is it confidence that fuels your optimism?
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
FO Flyer: Prepare to engage warp.
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@COM: Sulek: Understood.
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: How long at maximum warp?
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
# :: eyes Takit, his own expression unchanging ::  COM: Admiral Takit: I wouldn't be so quick to discount her, Admiral. Underestimating Starfleet officers is almost always a mistake.
C_MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
@ :: Shakes her head :: CTO: Merely time, and my faith in its self healing.  This vessel will go on to rescue our crew... in the past. For that to happen, it has to survive this conflict.
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COM T'Shara: We await your mark.
Host Q_XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Travel time will be negligible, sir.
O_OPS_Ens_Fong says:
#:stands by to signal the fleet ::
C_MO_LtCmdr_Raeyld says:
@CTO: Granted, that's no guarantee that you or I will make it... But this... this vessel... this ship... It's special somehow.
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: Prepare for battle, red alert.
O_CMO_LtCmdr_Welland says:
# :: Looks to Davis, never before having seen him in this element, and is a little more at ease as a consequence of his actions ::
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
COM T'Shara: Time arrival for us will be minimal.
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@COM: Sulek: Noted.  Waiting for a signal from the Overton.
Host SMDrew says:
<Admiral_Takit> COM: Commander Davis: Oh come now, son.  You are a smart boy.  Your out gunned here.  Why not just let us finish our job and you can be on your merry way.
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@COM: Sulek: Understood.
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
# :: moves forward again, coming just behind Fong at Operations ::  COM: Admiral Takit: Be that as it may, Admiral, you seem to be missing one vital fact.
C_CTO_Cmdr_Kizlev says:
@ :: nods :: MO: It is indeed, but only because of the crew and the experiences they share. That is the heart of a true ship of destiny.
Host Q_CO_Capt_Sulek says:
OPs: Secure all communication channels.  We don't want a leak between us and the Claymore.
O_CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
# :: checks the master display on the Eng1 console, make necessary adjustments to the ships power ::
Host C_CO_Capt_TShara says:
@ :: Stands from her chair, walks around a little just waiting for a signal ::
Host SMDrew says:
<Admiral_Takit> COM: Commander Davis: If your referring to your little com signals bouncing around the systems.   :: Stands and smiles again. ::  You would be wrong.
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
# :: sighs, relishing the role of underdog ::  COM: Admiral Takit: The truth is, Admiral, our job is to stop people like you.
Host O_XO_Cmdr_Davis says:
#COM: Admiral Takit: And my "merry way" is to stomp all over people like you.

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