Host Brett says:
<<<<Begin Mission "And the enemy you don't. -Part 1>>>>

Host Brett says:
Action: The Delphyne is ten minutes out from Uiono's star, cruising at warp 4.

XO_Tarrez says:
::sitting comfortably on the bridge::

CTO_On says:
::at the Tactical console on the bridge::

CSO_Syrna says:
::at SCI One::

CMO_Hunter says:
::sitting in his medical chair on the bridge::

FCO_Curgan says:
::in the flight pit, checking ETA and course::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::on bridge:: FCO: Is the Cetus III in communications range?

FCO_Curgan says:
CO: Aye Captain.

CSO_Syrna says:
::bland Vulcan expression, looking out on sensors, seeing what is out there.,... waiting for us... or not::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
FCO: Open a channel.

FCO_Curgan says:
::taps his console, opening hailing frequencies::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
COM: Cetus_CO: This is Captain T'Kar of the USS Delphyne.

Host Brett says:
Action: The screen dissolves and shows the bridge of the Gorn ship.

Host Brett says:
Info: The Gorn resemble earth dinosaurs such as the Alosaurus.  They are bipedal. They wear colored tunics much like togas which are belted at their waists.  The colors apparently denote departments.  It appears they have changed little from Capt. Kirk's first meeting with them decades ago.

Host Brett says:
Info: When the Gorn speaks, it emerges as a rumbling hiss, like an angry teapot.  It takes the universal translator almost two seconds to translate the speech into Fed Standard.  This happens each time they speak.  The translated voice is deep and rough, very intimidating.

Host Sleestak says:
COM: Del: CO: Greetings Delphyne.  I am Captain Sleestak of the Hegemony ship Cestus III.

XO_Tarrez says:
::listens carefully and patiently::

CSO_Syrna says:
::looks over at Hansen at OPS, and wishes D'von were on duty, goes back to sensors::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
COM: Sleestek: A pleasure to meet you, Captain.  I would like to extend an invitation for you and your senior officers to come aboard the Delphyne when we rendezvous.  We can share a meal and discuss the rules of our mock battle.

CTO_On says:
::sees theirs hip on my tactical sensors and waits at the coordinates near Uiono's star::

CSO_Syrna says:
XO: Uiono’s Star, named after the Science Officer of the U.S.S. Armstrong. System Type: Type M4II (Red Normal Large Giant), Inhabited Planets: None.  
Other Planets: Eight planets, two are Class-J gas giants.  
Other Stellar Objects: There is an asteroid belt in the first orbit around the star.

Host Sleestak says:
COMM: Del: CO: We anticipated your invitation.  We must decline to eat with you, we have found that your meal preparation and food is...disagreeable to us.  We welcome the chance to meet with you however.

XO_Tarrez says:
CSO: Thank you Lt.

CSO_Syrna says:
::nods and goes back to looking at the sensors::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::smile:: COM: Sleestak: I am looking forward to it.  We'll send you the transport coordinates immediately.

FCO_Curgan says:
CO: Captain, We've arrived.

CSO_Syrna says:
::figures N'ka is in engineering, wondering what he is up to::

XO_Tarrez says:
::stands and straightens her uniform on the announcement that they have arrived::

Host Sleestak says:
Action: The Delphyne drops out of warp and glides into proximity with the Gorn vessel which is sitting stationary in space.

CSO_Syrna says:
::assumes he is getting the ship prepared::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
FCO: Send the transporter coordinates to the Gorn ship.

Host Sleestak says:
Info: The Gorn cruiser is a large ship, roughly the same size as a Galaxy class vessel.  It is bar-bell shaped with a long central hull connecting two flattened saucers, one at each end.

FCO_Curgan says:
::relays the coordinates to the Gorn cruiser::

Host Sleestak says:
Info: The two warp nacelles stick out horizontally on pylons from one end of the main hull and pass to either side of the aft saucer.  The design is very smooth with few external bumps or angles.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::looks around:: XO: Cmdr Tarrez, you are with me.

XO_Tarrez says:
::nods and heads for the TL::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
CMO: Dr Hunter...you have the bridge.

Host Sleestak says:
COM: Del: CO: We have the coordinates Delphyne.  We will see you shortly.

CMO_Hunter says:
CO: Wha?!.. I mean yes ma'am

XO_Tarrez says:
::throws a grin at Owyn::

Host Sleestak says:
Action: The transmission ends.

CMO_Hunter says:
::stands up and moves over to the captains chair...sitting down a grin spreads to his face::

XO_Tarrez says:
::calls the lift and steps on waiting for the CO to get on::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::enters the TL after the XO::

CMO_Hunter says:
:wiggles his rear end into the chair getting comfy::

CSO_Syrna says:
::notices the CMO, an amused sparkle graces her eyes, then quickly looks back at the sensors, keeping silent::

FCO_Curgan says:
CSO: Can you send me information on the system, please?  Now that we're here I'd like to get a better look at the lay of the land.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::raises an eyebrow as she see the Doctor settling in just before the door shuts:: TL: TR 1

CMO_Hunter says:
Aloud:: wow...the captains chair really IS more comfortable than the others!

XO_Tarrez says:
::chuckles slightly::

CSO_Syrna says:
FCO: Certainly... ::gives him the quick statistical run down and then more detailed astronomical data::

FCO_Curgan says:
::shudders as he thinks about the asteroid field::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
XO: Ready for this? ::gives a small chuckle as the TL doors open and she exits towards the transporter room::

XO_Tarrez says:
::exits the TL at deck 10::  CO: Of course, piece of cake. ::smiles::

CMO_Hunter says:
::Thinks a moment::

CSO_Syrna says:
::raises an eyebrow:: CMO: I believe that would be thanks to Mister Galagar,... I believe he... fixed it with a hypospanner... I think I saw him beating that chair with it...

CMO_Hunter says:
CSO: Syrna, let me know if you get anything in the way of powers spikes from that vessel

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::looks at her puzzled:: XO: Piece of cake?  I don't know that one. ::walks into the transporter room and nods at the TR Chief to transport when ready::

CMO_Hunter says:
CTO: Mr. On, status of the weapons and shields array?

CSO_Syrna says:
::nods at the CMO::

XO_Tarrez says:
::shakes her head and laughs at the CO's lost expression and then awaits their arrival::

CTO_On says:
CMO: The status is green, the weapons and shields are ready

CSO_Syrna says:
::looks at the sensor data from the Gorn vessel:: CMO: Nothing at this time.

CMO_Hunter says:
CTO: Are they at 1/10th power?

FCO_Curgan says:
::begins plotting a few courses for combat::

CMO_Hunter says:
CSO: Thank you Syrna,

Host Sleestak says:
Action: The TR chief receives the signal from the Cestus III and soon, three Gorn appear on the pads.  One, in Gold, appears to be Sleestak, one is wearing Red and one is wearing Blue.

Host Sleestak says:
Info: All look nearly identical.

CTO_On says:
CMO: Yes, they are at 1/10th power because of the new configuration

CMO_Hunter says:
CSO: the CEO was Beating the chair with a hypospanner?

XO_Tarrez says:
::thinks it is a good thing that they are all wearing different colors so that they can tell them apart::

CMO_Hunter says:
CTO: Thank you Mr. On...Do me a favor, run a simulation of the battle between us and the Gorn vessel using what we know from past encounters

Host Sleestak says:
::Steps down from the pad and approaches the CO/XO.  Looks down at them::

CSO_Syrna says:
CMO: That was before the Aldean mission... ::looks more closely at the chair:: Perhaps it has been replaced since then... there were at that time rumors of a complaint of a lump...

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::looks up at him:: Sleestak: Captain Sleestak, welcome aboard.  May I introduce my executive officer, Commander Tarrez.

Host Sleestak says:
CO/XO: It is an honor to meet you at last, and to be aboard this mighty vessel.

CTO_On says:
CMO: Just for you know, sir. If we reset the weapons and shields to normal is going to delay 30 seconds

CMO_Hunter says:
CSO: Hmm interesting ::wiggles some more:: No..no lump

XO_Tarrez says:
::looks up into Sleestak eyes::  Sleestak: It is a pleasure to meet you.

CTO_On says:
Computer: Run the simulation of the battle between us and the Gorn vessel using a scenario of our past encounters

CSO_Syrna says:
::is amused by the doctor, only a briefest glint in her eyes shows it::

Host Sleestak says:
<Computer> CTO: Unable to comply, no records exist of confrontation between Starfleet and Gorn vessels.

CMO_Hunter says:
CTO: Than you Mr. On, Ill be sure to let the Captain know.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::gestures towards the door:: Sleestak: If you will please accompany us, we'll go to the conference room where we will be more comfortable.

CSO_Syrna says:
FCO: What in the system interests you the most?

Host Sleestak says:
XO/CO: Certainly.  It pleases us to be allowed this opportunity to engage in a test of arms with your ship.  A good ending to our trip through your Federation.  ::Follows the CO/XO::

CTO_On says:
::wonders what the computer says:: CMO: The computer was unable to comply a simulation between us and the Gorn vessels

XO_Tarrez says:
::allows the CO and Sleestak to leave first and then motions for the other two to leave with her::

FCO_Curgan says:
CSO: Well I'm not sure how useful the terrain will be, but I'm trying to look for something of use to us.

Host Sleestak says:
::Walks with his crewmates, inspecting the ship::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::heads to the TL and holds the door open for the Gorns.  Hopes there's enough room for all of them::

XO_Tarrez says:
::is the last to enter the lift and feels very, very confined in the close space::

CSO_Syrna says:
FCO: The asteroid belt is too thick to hide in?

CMO_Hunter says:
CTO: You're telling me we know absolutely NOTHING about them?

Host CO_K`Beth says:
Sleestak: Yes, we are pleased also.  A good match will be beneficial to both our ships and crew.

FCO_Curgan says:
CSO: Hide in?  I'm not sure... How big is it?  ::beings scanning it himself::

CTO_On says:
CMO: I guess that we don't

CMO_Hunter says:
CTO: ::Frowns:: well see if you can scan them real quick and compile a weapons database

XO_Tarrez says:
Sleestak: I am curious, however.  We were told that you asked for us by name.  May I inquiry as to how you came to hear about us?

CTO_On says:
CMO: Aye, Sir

CMO_Hunter says:
CTO: I'm sure the captain will want to know as much about that ship as possible for the coming sparing match

FCO_Curgan says:
CSO: Well it is navigable, but it could be tight...

CTO_On says:
Computer: Scan the Gorn Vessel and compile their primary systems and add them to our database

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::orders the TL to the bridge while she waits for his answer as she was curious about that also::

CSO_Syrna says:
CTO/CMO/FCO: What about creating metaphasic shielding to hide in the sun's corona... I wonder how long we could stand the heat... ::starts calculating::

CTO_On says:
CTO: I believe so, Sir

CMO_Hunter says:
CSO: Might work Syrna. give it a whirl!

FCO_Curgan says:
CSO: I was thinking more along the lines of hiding in one of those gas giants myself...

Host Sleestak says:
XO: Yes.  Your ship is well known to us.  News of your victories in battle have reached far, even to us in the Hegemony.  Your victory over the Klingon battleship most interests us.  We have also heard of your many confrontations with the Romulans and your destruction of one of their Warbirds and it's entire crew.  Truly impressive.

Host Sleestak says:
<Other Gorn> ::Nod and hiss, impressed::

XO_Tarrez says:
::exits the lift first thinking about to the Klingon ship::  All: Attention on deck!

CMO_Hunter says:
::snaps to attention::

CSO_Syrna says:
::remembers now that the shields are also set to 1/10th normal power:: CTO/FCO/CMO: I suppose under normal circumstances that might work, I remember now that our shields are set to one tenth their normal strength.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::exits the TL:: Sleestak: then we are doubly honored.

CSO_Syrna says:
::was distracted by her thoughts then hears the XO and snaps to::

XO_Tarrez says:
::motions for the party to enter the conference room::

FCO_Curgan says:
::snaps to attention as the Captain and guests enter::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::looks around at the bridge crew standing at attention and kept help feeling pride at her crew:: Sleestak: Welcome to the bridge Captain.

Host Sleestak says:
::Follows the XO, making sure his officers are also following::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::waits until the Gorns enter the conference room and turns to the bridge crew:: All: At ease.  Dr. Hunter, you still have the bridge. ::enters after the Gorns::

FCO_Curgan says:
::sits back down::

XO_Tarrez says:
::waits for them to get seated:: Gorns: May I offer you something to drink?

CMO_Hunter says:
::sits back down:: CO: yes Ma'am

CMO_Hunter says:
Aloud:: Big Gecko’s aren't they ::grins::

CSO_Syrna says:
::returns to her normal, yet still very straight, perfect posture stance::

Host Sleestak says:
::Stands near the table::  CO/XO: Your chairs are not compatible with our tail stumps, we prefer to stand.  Water will be fine. Thank you.

FCO_Curgan says:
CSO: So the sun's out of the options... How about the gas giants?

CSO_Syrna says:
::raises an eyebrow at the CMO:: CMO: Sir.. Geckos do not have such large teeth. ::said seriously::

XO_Tarrez says:
::nods and moves to the replicator at the side::

CMO_Hunter says:
CSO:: Bah! technicality ::smiles::

Host Sleestak says:
<Red Gorn> ::Sets a PADD on the table::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::stands also:: Sleestak: Captain, have you had a chance to read over Starfleet's standards for 
mock combat?

CSO_Syrna says:
FCO: Perhaps if we increase power to the SIF we could withstand the pressure of the atmosphere.

Host Sleestak says:
CO: My first officer, Slithiss, has provided you with the specifications for our vessel that your own tactical officer might program your computers accordingly.

Host Sleestak says:
CO: We were provided those instructions.  They are adequate.

XO_Tarrez says:
::brings to the table 4 glass of water, one pitcher and a coffee::

XO_Tarrez says:
::sits the glass in front of the Gorn on the table and the CO's cup of coffee in front of her::

Host Sleestak says:
Action: The Gorn pick up their glasses and drain them.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
Sleestak: Were there any modifications you require? ::takes the coffee with a smile to Sy and takes a sip::

Host Sleestak says:
CO: No.  My engineer  ::Indicates the Gorn in Blue::  has already programmed our computers accordingly.  We are most impressed that your vessel accomplished so much when it seems much weaker than your felled opponents.  Unless, your Admiral was not entirely truthful....

XO_Tarrez says:
::refills the glasses as needed but mostly stands by analyzing their behavior as she has never meet a Gorn before::

CMO_Hunter says:
CTO: what do the scans tell you?

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::chuckles:: Sleestak:: Oh I'm sure the Admiral was nothing but truthful. I attribute our success just as much to my crew as to my ship.

Host Sleestak says:
<All Three Gorn> ::Hiss and nod::

CTO_On says:
CMO: I run the scan in their vessel shows me the following Impressive weapons: Type 10 phasers, torpedo launchers and strong shields generators

Host Sleestak says:
CO: This we understand.  My crew is the pride of our fleet.  The Cestus III was named in honor of the first meeting of our peoples and is ....you have an appropriate word...Friend Ship.

CSO_Syrna says:
::notes there is little power activity on the Gorn vessel::

CSO_Syrna says:
::glances at LRS, sees the Discovery way off in the distance, wonders how Thirm is doing... probably the same as ever::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
Sleestak: We call it the Flag Ship...and now we are now more honored to engage in mock battle with you.  It will be a glorious fight.  We are prepared to commence whenever you are ready.

CTO_On says:
CMO: The Gorn ship is more than a match to our ship. It's as powerful as a galaxy class cruiser and seems designed for battle more than science or exploration

Host Sleestak says:
CO/XO: Excellent.  We will return to our ship and prepare.  We will signal when we are ready, you shall do the same?  When the battle is finished, you and your officers must come to my vessel and we will have a...party?  Is this the word?

CMO_Hunter says:
CTO: excellent file that away and inform the captain when we start the "battle"

CSO_Syrna says:
CTO: Then we will have to be... more clever.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::grins:: Sleestak: Party is exactly the word.  I'll have my executive officer escort you back tot he transporter room so we can get started.

CTO_On says:
::hits his comm badge::*CO*: On here, we are ready for the simulate battle

XO_Tarrez says:
::sets her glass down and takes a step back leading the way when they are ready::

Host Sleestak says:
CO: Excellent.  We will try to be a challenge for you.  ::Salutes with a hand to the chest and leads his crewmates after the XO::

CTO_On says:
CSO: Yes, ma'am. We need to be smart

CSO_Syrna says:
::nods, keeping an eye on the sensors::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::returns the same salute and watches them leave, suddenly feeling like the conference room just got a lot bigger with them gone::

XO_Tarrez says:
::leads them onto the lift and waits for the door to close before sending the lift to deck 10::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::exits to the bridge and watches the crew bustle around and smiles::

XO_Tarrez says:
::feels even smaller now that she is the only humanoid on the lift::

CMO_Hunter says:
::stands up:: CO: Here’s your chair back ::smiles::

Host Sleestak says:
<<<<Pause Mission>>>>