Host Brett says:
Summary:  The Delphyne has implemented shield modifications to slow down the rate of crew disappearances.  However, this has left them essentially blind.  Probes have been emplaced around the ship to act as her "eyes" and they have spotted an incoming Breen cruiser.  The ship is closing rapidly.  ETA is ten minutes.

Host Brett says:
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SO_So`Quon says:
::on the bridge, kneeling next to Ariel's old chair, finding a semblance of renewed strength within as he looks at the viewscreen with anger::

Host FCO_Dent says:
::at the helm, desperately trying to figure out some way of avoiding the Breen vessel while limping ahead on one good warp nacelle::

OPS_Lane says:
::Stares at her console, trying to find another system to reroute for more stabilization. Smacks her cherry-flavored bubblegum a couple times in frustration::

CTO_Tek says:
::at the tactical situation making sure securtiy teams are armed to the teeth and that everyone ready to rebel boards or die::

CTO_Tek says:
CO: Security teams read to repel boards or die trying.  I suggest we begin issuing all phasers to ship personnel

CO_Mash`ev says:
:: Paces the bridge, between Science and Tactical. ::

CMO_T`Rel says:
::looks around the bridge:: CEO: I shall depart for sickbay unless you need me here....

SO_So`Quon says:
::slowly draws himself up to his feet, breathing deeply, keeping his ruby eyes fixed on the image of the Breen ship, already conjuring some plots::

CO_Mash`ev says:
CMO: No, doctor. You had best prepare....

CMO_T`Rel says:
::nods:: CEO: Aye sir. ::turns and goes to the lift::

Host FCO_Dent says:
CO: 10 minutes to intercept sir.

CMO_T`Rel says:
::presses the button::

CO_Mash`ev says:
CTO: Of course, issue phasers to... everyone qualified to use one. Just.. use your best judgment.

CMO_T`Rel says:
::enters the lift when it arrives:: TL: Sickbay.

SO_So`Quon says:
::goes back to his station, feeling super pissed, ready for battle::

CO_Mash`ev says:
FCO: Thank you, Mr. Dent. Steady as she goes.

CMO_T`Rel says:
::feels the lift move and waits for it to go to sickbay::

EO_Knight says:
::sitting at the Master station in Engineering going over today’s malfunction reports.:: self: Great the replicator in the galley is on the fritz again.

Host FCO_Dent says:
::mumbles to himself::  Steady as anything with one warp nacelle can go...

OPS_Lane says:
::After tracing a relay through eight different systems, find an old extra power reserve in the name of an officer no longer on the ship. Blows and pops a cherry-bubble in victory as she routes that additional power to engineering for shields::

CMO_T`Rel says:
::arrives in sickbay::

CTO_Tek says:
::contacts the armory and issues the order to distribute all working phasers in the armory to crew members, giving the best non security marksmen weapons first, working down to the blind guy that can not even hit the barn if you aim for it, provided they have a phaser for that guy::

CMO_T`Rel says:
::starts preparing it for potential casualties::

CTO_Tek says:
::see an incoming hail, and sees that it the breen::

ACEO_Knight says:
::sitting at the engineering console on the Bridge.::

CTO_Tek says:
CO: The breen are hailing us

SO_So`Quon says:
::attempts to safely maximize the passive sensors through the probes trying to get better scan resolution for a fight::

CTO_Tek says:
::sees the message::

CO_Mash`ev says:
CTO: Is there a message with the hail?

CTO_Tek says:
CO: They want us to id our self and prepare to be boarded

OPS_Lane says:
::Notes the increase in power drain from Science and transfers more power for use at Science::

ACEO_Knight says:
::begins typing in possible tactical scenarios based on the data from Science.::

CTO_Tek says:
::See that all weapons have been handed out::  CO: All working phasers in the armory have been given to crew members

SO_So`Quon says:
::nods his thanks to the OPS, though his expression remains deadly serious::

CMO_T`Rel says:
::watches all the emergency personnel come in::

CTO_Tek says:
CO: IF we get boarded we may want to allow weapons to be set to kill

OPS_Lane says:
::Catches the SO's glance, and blows a bubble in response::

OPS_Lane says:
::Listens to the discussion between the CO and CTO::

SO_So`Quon says:
::sends data to tactical:: CTO: There's some info on what we face, sir. 8 phaser banks and 2 photon torpedo launchers, both fore facing...

CO_Mash`ev says:
CTO: No response to the hail.

CTO_Tek says:
CO: Aye sir.  Are you going to over ride the computer setting

CO_Mash`ev says:
FCO: Continue course.

Host FCO_Dent says:
CO: Aye sir, continuing on course.

ACEO_Knight says:
CTO: Based on the federation’s previous engagements, I recommend we set the phasers to modulate between frequencies in order to penetrate their crew's personal shields.

Host FCO_Dent says:
::starts to feel the sweat creeping through his palms::

CTO_Tek says:
Knight: That’s already done.  All phasers change frequencies every time they fire, it a anti-borg implementation

SO_So`Quon says:
CTO/CO: I've assumed they might still be using polaron technology in their weapons, so I've adjusted the shield modulations to compensate.

Host Brett says:
Action: The Breen ship alters course and passes by at medium range.

CO_Mash`ev says:
CTO: Don't change anything. Let them wonder why we aren't responding.

Host FCO_Dent says:
CO: Breen ship is altering course sir, they're passing alongside, medium range.  Looks like they're taking a look at what we are.

SO_So`Quon says:
::checks to see if there is any scanning attempts being bounced at the Delphyne::

CTO_Tek says:
CO: very well but be advise currently the ship computer is restrict all Type I, II and III phasers to stun settings

CO_Mash`ev says:
FCO: Thank you, Mr. Dent. Be prepared to take evasive action but continue to hold course.

Host FCO_Dent says:
CO: Acknowledged sir.

SO_So`Quon says:
FCO/CO: If they wanted to know our status, they've already done so. We've been scanned.

Host Brett says:
Action: The Breen vessel turns and falls in behind the Delphyne, beginning to close the range.  Their weapons lock onto the Excelsior.

CTO_Tek says:
CO: Breen are hailing again stating they will fire if we do not answer

SO_So`Quon says:
CO: Enemy drawing closer, intercepting us astern.

CO_Mash`ev says:
CTO: Advise personnel that they may need to use kill setting to be effective.

Host FCO_Dent says:
CO: At these speeds there's not a lot I can do if they start firing.

CO_Mash`ev says:
CTO: Respond: ship damaged, we're going for repairs.

CTO_Tek says:
CO: Aye sir

ACEO_Knight says:
::hears his console's klaxon as the breen ship locks on and begins setting up power allocations.::

CO_Mash`ev says:
FCO: Understood. Believe me, I wish there were more we could do.

CTO_Tek says:
::opens a com channel and makes sure to add lots of static::

CTO_Tek says:
COM:Breen Vessel:We...::Static::: badly ::Static:: damage :::static:: repairs

Host Brett says:
Action: The Breen ship closes to 40k kilometers.

CO_Mash`ev says:
CTO: Warn them that we're going to Impulse. So they don't run over us.

CO_Mash`ev says:
FCO: Be ready to drop out of warp.

Host FCO_Dent says:
CO: Aye sir, ready.

Host Brett says:
<Breen> COM:Del: Halt your vessel, prepare to be boarded.  You are now prisoners of the Dominion.

CO_Mash`ev says:
FCO: Bring us out of warp.

CTO_Tek says:
CO: Sir the breen want us to halt, and prepare to be boarded, they claim we dominion prisoners

Host FCO_Dent says:
CO: Dropping out of warp, adjusting course negative z-axis to avoid collision.  ::drops out of warp and alters the Delphyne's course to avoid the Breen vessel::

SO_So`Quon says:
::looks over the tactical readout of the breen vessel again, and searches for any weakness in shields or hull plating::

CTO_Tek says:
::orders all security teams to ready to repel boards::

Host Brett says:
Action: The Delphyne drops out of warp, catching the Breen by surprise.  They flash past the Excelsior and drop out of warp a second later, now at 120k meters ahead of the Delphyne facing away.

CO_Mash`ev says:
CTO: IF you see an opportunity, Mr Tek...

ACEO_Knight says:
::starts looking up any previous data in the ships memory banks on the Breen.::

Host FCO_Dent says:
CO: They've overshot us by 120k meters sir, I don't think they expected that.

CMO_T`Rel says:
::feels the ship drop from warp, knows if action is coming it will be soon::

CTO_Tek says:
CO: if we going to strike with ship weapons now’s the time while their aft is facing us

SO_So`Quon says:
CO: We can drop their aft shield arcs with our first volley right now, sir.

CO_Mash`ev says:
CTO: Do it!

CTO_Tek says:
::Sees that the SO is thinking like him not bad for a science puke

CTO_Tek says:
::fires all weapons at the breen ship, well all that are within arc::

CO_Mash`ev says:
FCO: Evasive action plotted, Mr Dent?

Host Brett says:
Action: As the Breen cruiser tries to turn, the Delphyne's weapons slam into her aft shields.  They are overwhelmed and collapse.  The Breen cruiser pitches nose-down and rolls, out of control.

Host FCO_Dent says:
CO: Most definitely.  ::pulls up pre-programmed evasive maneuvers::

CMO_T`Rel says:
::waits as patiently as only a Vulcan can under duress::

CO_Mash`ev says:
CTO: Good shooting, Tek!

CTO_Tek says:
All: YES  ::checks to see if any of his weapons system are ready for a second volley, as the ship moves he fires what weapons come into arc at the breen ship::

Host FCO_Dent says:
::keeps the Delphyne in the shadow of the Breen's aft section::

CO_Mash`ev says:
SO: Damage to the Breen?

CO_Mash`ev says:
:: Practically vaults to the Science station to see for himself. ::

Host FCO_Dent says:
::rotates the Delphyne on her axes to present a firing solution::

CTO_Tek says:
CO: Their aft shields are down; I suggest we maneuver to keep weapons in the section

ACEO_Knight says:
::starts diverting power from all non-essential systems into the weapons.::

SO_So`Quon says:
CO: Their warp drive has sustained some damage and their aft shields are down. They've taken considerable hull damage as well.

Host FCO_Dent says:
CO: Already on it sir, for the moment, we have enough maneuverability to keep the advantage.

CO_Mash`ev says:
FCO: Keep us in their shadow, Mr Dent.

Host Brett says:
Action: The Delphyne races past the tumbling Breen ship, firing as it goes.  The Excelsior's phasers pepper the Breen's failing shields, weakening them further.  The Breen return fire, striking the Del a few glancing shots which reduce their shields by 5%

CO_Mash`ev says:
CTO: See what you can do?

SO_So`Quon says:
CO: Sir, I recommend we disable their weapon systems and lock a tractor beam on them....perhaps we could capture their ship?

Host Brett says:
Action: The FCO manages to synchronize the Delphyne's course and speed, placing it at close range in the rear of the Breen vessel.

CTO_Tek says:
::Sends information of what weapons arc he has and relation to their ship and the breen vessel to helm control recommending that helm set a course to allow max weapons fire on the breen vessel::

CO_Mash`ev says:
SO: Good work, So'Quon.

CO_Mash`ev says:
CTO: See if you can disable their weapons and communications.

CTO_Tek says:
CO: Aye sir, switching targeting for weapons and communication

CTO_Tek says:
::targets all weapon fire on communication and weapons systems and continues to fire what weapons are in arc and ready to fire::

OPS_Lane says:
CO: Captain!  The Breen are transmitting a distress call.  Suggest scrambling the frequency?

CMO_T`Rel says:
::feels the ship get hit, but doesn't hear about any injuries::

SO_So`Quon says:
::starts to consider a plan of attack for the long-run, deciding how to use this to get closer to the Breen time device::

CO_Mash`ev says:
OPS: Do it!

OPS_Lane says:
::Quickly emits scrambling-function into all frequencies::

Host Brett says:
Action: The Delphyne's phasers penetrate the Breen shields and strike the hull.  In short order their phasers fall silent and their communications array is shot away, silencing their message.

SO_So`Quon says:
::scans for lifesigns on the Breen ship::

CTO_Tek says:
::smiles as he takes out the the comm array:: CO: The breen are now defenseless and unable to call for help

OPS_Lane says:
CO: Captain, they got out part of the signal before their communications were destroyed. No telling just how much...

CTO_Tek says:
::Switch target to the warp core and continues to fire weapons in arc that are ready to fire::

SO_So`Quon says:
CO: I show nearly 85 lifesigns on their vessel, a good number of which are wounded.

CO_Mash`ev says:
CTO: Don't let up, Mr Tek. Never trust a Breen.

CTO_Tek says:
::Realizes how close they are, and switch targeting their impulse system and power distribution systems.::

CTO_Tek says:
CO: not planning on it sir, but we should move away a bit, so we do not get destroyed if their warp core explodes

Host Brett says:
Action: The Delphyne's phasers penetrate the Breen engineering section, causing considerable damage.  Power levels spike, indicating an imminent Core Breach.

CO_Mash`ev says:
FCO: An excellent job, Mr Dent. Now get us out of here!

ACEO_Knight says:
::transfers power from weapons to propulsion.::

Host FCO_Dent says:
::quickly alters course away from the Breen vessel at full warp::  CO: Aye sir, getting us out of here.

SO_So`Quon says:
::is appalled that they just destroyed the Breen ship, tossing away a tactical advantage::

Host Brett says:
Action: The Delphyne accelerates away, behind them the Breen cruiser explodes leaving little debris and no survivors.

CTO_Tek says:
All: Scratch one breen vessel

CO_Mash`ev says:
:: Nods.::

SO_So`Quon says:
::looks visibly irritated:: Self: There was no need for that.... ::surprised that he is actually feeling sympathy for the enemy now::

CMO_T`Rel says:
::feels the ship go back into warp::

OPS_Lane says:
::Breathes a sigh of relief...which is translated into a great big bubble-gum bubble::

CTO_Tek says:
::notice the SO seems upset:: SO: Would you rather it be us?

OPS_Lane says:
::Quickly assesses the damages:: CO: No damage or casualties, Captain, and shields are approaching normal levels.

CTO_Tek says:
all: That was almost to easy.....I wonder if we just sprung some sort of trap

SO_So`Quon says:
::looks up, turning a piercing gaze at Tek:: CTO: No....but we could have taken them prisoner....even used their ship for our purposes.

CTO_Tek says:
SO: yes we could have, but do know how many security officers we would have lost securing that vessel?

ACEO_Knight says:
::begins routing the power to it's normal circuit.::

CMO_T`Rel says:
::calls off the alert in sickbay, starts powering down the biobeds::

SO_So`Quon says:
::shakes his head:: CTO: Many of them were wounded and unable to fight back. Our teams would've suffered little or no losses.

CO_Mash`ev says:
All: We got lucky. There will be more Breen. So'Quon, I wish we had the resources to take them prisoner.

SO_So`Quon says:
::nods to the CO:: CO: I understand, sir. Self: Thy will be done as they say...

CTO_Tek says:
SO: additionally, in order to capture that vessel we would have had to kill every one of the breen on board, because they would not have surrendered.   I have seen first hand what the breen can do.  Do you know how many died when the breen attacked earth?  Did you spend days digging through rubble trying to find your fellow officers?

CO_Mash`ev says:
FCO: Continue on course to the wormhole.

OPS_Lane says:
::Monitors the power transfers in Engineering...and notices her gum has lost its flavor. Nonchalantly takes the plumb-sized wag of gum out of her mouth and slips it under the OPS console. Pulls another stick out of her pocket and slips it into her mouth, then resumes returning relays to normal::

CO_Mash`ev says:
FCO: Warp drive when we're able.

SO_So`Quon says:
::ignores Tek's ranting and looks back to his monitor, knowing that the Delphyne will reap what it sows::

CTO_Tek says:
::is secretly very happy the breen are dead.....a bit of revenge for his fallen comrades perhaps they will be able to kill more

CO_Mash`ev says:
All: I'll be in the ready room.

Host FCO_Dent says:
CO: Maintaining Warp 4 sir, I'll inch her up as we get repairs completed.

CO_Mash`ev says:
:: Crosses and shuts the door behind him. ::

Host Brett says:
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