Host SM_Lilia says:
=/\= U.S.S. Elara Stardate 10608.06 - "Peek-a-boo"=/\=

Host SM_Lilia says:
The USS Elara is 10 minutes away from the briar patch. They are to remain there hidden and observe the strange energy readings detected there. There are suspects it may be an illegal test of weapons.

Host SM_Lilia says:
Captain Timrok has in the mean time come up with a strange illness and is removed of command pending an assessment of his condition. Other than that its life as usual aboard the Elara . . .

Host SM_Lilia says:
=/\= =/\= =/\= Begin Mission =/\= =/\= =/\=

CTO_Lt_Starbuck says:
::at tactical, tacticilizing tacticaly tactical data::

Host SM_Lilia says:
<EO Yellow> ::sitting at his engineering console making sure engines are running smoothly::

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
::sat in his chair on the bridge, content to leave the "big chair" empty until his Captains return::

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
::at OPS station in heavy communication with Engineering to get the ship ready for Reduced Power Mode::

Dr_Greene says:
::Walking around Sickbay, checking the inventory, something he now has to do again, ever since he was returned to be in charge of the place::

FCO_Lost says:
::Sitting at his console on the bridge.::

Host SM_Lilia says:
<EO_Yellow> OPS: What do you think of disguising pour impulse engines with the same composition of gas they have in the area?

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Glances absently toward the viewscreen, observing the moving starts as he waits for any sensor changes in his console::

FCO_Lost says:
::Checks his console.:: XO: Sir, our ETA will be 5 minutes at the determined coordinates. Please advise.

CTO_Lt_Starbuck says:
XO: Sir... I’ve detected an unknown configuration, small ship, on long range sensors that emits an unusual energy field

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
::looks up towards the helm:: FCO: Slow to 1/4 impulse as soon as we enter the Briar Patch

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
EO: That could be a solution to get it completely undetectable if we are in Reduced Power Mode. But we have to make sure that it doesn't increase the power output.

FCO_Lost says:
::nods and presses some buttons.:: XO: Aye sir.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
CTO: What sort of energy field?  Is it in the same area as the Son'a vessels?

Dr_Greene says:
::Picks up a vial without label and puts it in a rack on top of a cabinet for examination and identification::

CTO_Lt_Starbuck says:
XO: The closest Son'a vessel is around 2 light years away... and I can't really determine what the energy field is at this range... it seems the ship is in a nebula as well so it's not helping

Host SM_Lilia says:
<EO Yellow> OPS: You are correct, it would increase the power output. But it might be useful if we have to escape in a hurry

FCO_Lost says:
::Presses another button and the ships drops out of warp. At the same time, he slows the ship down to 1/4 impulse.:: XO: We're at 1/4 impulse sir.

Dr_Greene says:
::Gets up again after finishing the inventory from this cupboard. If his count is correct, the vial should be containing a 10 mg dose of cordrazine::

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
CTO: So perhaps they are spying on the Son'a as well?  Keep an eye on it, our objective is the Son'a.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
FCO: Very good, let me know when we approach the remnants of the super nova

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
EO: We can decrease power output by having the engines getting to a cold start, like some kind of standby mode.

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
EO: All other systems are ready for Reduced Power Mode?

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
OPS: Mr. Tar how are your preparations going?  I think we will be wanting that power down rather soon.

FCO_Lost says:
::nods again as he presses a few more buttons.:: XO: Aye sir.

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
::turns to XO:: Systems are ready for Reduced Power Mode, stand by.

Host SM_Lilia says:
<EO Yellow>OPS: Except for sensors and life support yes

CTO_Lt_Starbuck says:
XO: Well sir it might BE the Son'a... a research vessel of some sort?

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
::initiates ship wide comm:: *Ship wide*: All hands and departments, we are now initiating Reduced Power Mode. ::initiates Reduced Power Mode::

FCO_Lost says:
::Raises his hands from his console as some of the lights go out.::

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
CTO: Check the energy readings of the vessel against all known Son'a energy signatures.

Host SM_Lilia says:
ACTION: At the predetermined coordinates the Elara drops from warp and quickly OPS console starts blinking

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
::watches the lights dim around him:: FCO: Maneuvering thrusters only from now on Mr. Lost, let’s not give ourselves away too easy.

Dr_Greene says:
::Sees his findings are correct, and goes to put a label on the vial, then puts it back in its proper place::

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
XO: Sir, the energy field is interfering with an amount of systems, I'm trying to compensate.

CTO_Lt_Starbuck says:
XO: Still no result.. but i remind you, if they have been researching... their new energy signatures might not be in our database

Dr_Greene says:
::Notices the lighting is reduced, and turns to look at his patients and their biobeds, to make sure they are still functioning::

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
XO: Commander,  whatever we're detecting it might have something to do with our objective. This might be what the sensor stations in the area detected.

FCO_Lost says:
::Presses some more buttons.:: XO: Maneuvering thrusters active sir. Engaging them only on your marks sir.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
CIV: You might be right, but what is it doing?

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
CTO: Mr Starbuck is that energy field having any other effects on the space around the small vessel?

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
XO: I'm not sure, but it might be worth checking out. The Son'a didn't seem to detect it yet as well. But that may change any moment now.

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
XO: Reduced Power Mode is successfully initiated, and I've been able to get our systems somewhat secured for the energy field. Don't do anything unexpected as I don't know what further consequences the energy field can have on our systems, Sir.

CTO_Lt_Starbuck says:
XO: From what I can see... I don't think so but then again.. the nebula is still interfering with sensors.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
OPS: Work with Mr. Starbuck, see if you can clear up the sensor data that we are getting

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
FCO: Mr. Lost, get us a little closer to the vessel, but keep us in the supernova remnants, don't leave them!

FCO_Lost says:
::nods again:: XO: Aye sir. ::Begins to maneuver the Elara a little closer through the remnants.::

Host SM_Lilia says:
ACTION: The Elara moves in the middle of the gaseous remains of an ancient star

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
::sets the computer to immediately notify him with an audible alert if something happens with the Reduced Power Mode other than instated by the OPS::

CTO_Lt_Starbuck says:
XO: I can get a clearer reading on the ship's configuration... it's a sphere-shaped pod of some sort.

Host SM_Lilia says:
ACTION: The screen shows the pod for all to see

FCO_Lost says:
::Looks up at the screen::

Dr_Greene says:
::Notices all biobeds are okay, but decides to make sure the captain's biobed especially is working properly::

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Glances up from his console in puzzlement:: XO: Commander? Something just.. I'm not sure what just happened, but the computer just sent an automatic transmission to SF on a secure channel.

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
XO: Sir, the database found a match for the pod.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
::glances at the viewscreen:: OPS: What does it match?

CTO_Lt_Starbuck says:
::snaps to the OPS... intrigued::

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
::mumbles:: CIV: It did what?  Find out what the message said.

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
XO: It's a time pod originating from the 31st century and the first time observed in the 22nd century, Sir.

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
XO: Unknown, this matches an encryption I've only seen once before.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
::stands:: OPS: Is it federation in origin?

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
CIV: And where exactly is that?

Dr_Greene says:
::Notices the captain is doing fine, considering the circumstances, well on his way from recovering from the flu he contracted::

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
XO: I can't say Sir. The database has restricted access. It's data is classified.

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
XO: I'm not in liberty to say, Commander. ::Returns his attention back to his console:: Forwarding the information to your console now.

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
XO: Sir, the electromagnetic shielding of the pod is failing and it's leaking chronotron radiation.

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
::console starts blinking with a priority::

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
XO: Commander, we're receiving a priority one from SF HQ. Receiving data only stream now.

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
XO: Sir, incoming transmission from Starfleet Command, our orders are to guard the pod at all costs. The message has been verified.
Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
::takes a look at his console:: OPS: Guard it?  From 20 Son'a vessels?

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
XO: That's what our orders are Sir.

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Nods at the OPS's direction:: OPS: I confirm, just got the order as well.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
OPS: Contact SFC tell them that is not going to be possible and request further instructions.

CTO_Lt_Starbuck says:
XO: Why can't we just tow it out of here and make a brake for our lives?

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
XO: Aye Sir, sending message now.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
CTO: If that thing is leaking Chronotron Radiation there is no telling what could happen.  Can you scan the interior?

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
XO: Long range sensors are detecting our escorts, ten minutes to arrival.

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
XO: Sir, response from SFC. Our request has been denied, our orders are to stay here. If we are able to tow the pod undetected from the Son'a we have permission to do so.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
CIV: Are the Son'a vessels still ignoring the area?

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
XO: For now, Commander.

FCO_Lost says:
::looks at his console and sees a message being relayed to him from the science console.:: XO: Sir? I detect a body of an unknown species in the sphere. ::Double checks:: It appears to be dead. ::Sounds a little panicked.::

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
FCO: Will the sphere fit into our shuttle bay?

Dr_Greene says:
::Nods satisfied as he finishes reading through the status sheet, then turns to his office and walks towards it::

FCO_Lost says:
::Calculates:: XO: Yes sir, it will fit.

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
XO: Commander, the Son'a has detected us. They're on a direct intercept course. ETA is 11 minutes at their current speed.

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
XO: Sir, I must strongly advice against that. The pod is leaking chronotron radiation at a high level.
Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
CIV: Peachy.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
OPS: Power up all systems Mr. Tar

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
FCO: Get us into tractor range of that pod

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
XO: Powering up all systems, engines are at cold boot up. ::pushes some buttons::

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
::overrides some warnings::

Dr_Greene says:
::Changes his mind on his way to his office and instead turns to the exit and leaves the sickbay::

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
CTO: As soon as we are in range get a lock and tractor that pod behind us.  Lock a salvo of photo torpedoes on it as well as soon as we are in range, just in case.

FCO_Lost says:
::Begins to press some more buttons and engages the thrusters to move the Elara closer to the pod.:: XO: Getting closer sir.

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
FCO: Engines online, we have warp 5 if needed. In a few minutes we have full warp capability.

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
CTO: Weapons online.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
::watches the space move slowly:: FCO: Impulse engines Mr Lost, stealth has gone out the window...

CTO_Lt_Starbuck says:
XO: Aye... uh... sir... chronotron energy started to build up as soon as we started our impulse engines

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
OPS, FCO: We're not clear for warp speed, Gentlemen. Structural integrity might fail at that speed.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
CTO: Where is the Chronotron energy coming from?

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
XO: Shields online, lights online, engines are warp 5 capable, weapons systems online, sensor arrays are online, tactical systems online.

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
CIV: Rerouting available power to structural integrity.

CTO_Lt_Starbuck says:
XO: Its coming from the space around the pod sir
OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
::instates red alert::

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
OPS: Previous attempts at warp speed at the Briar Patch proved too dangerous, even while overcompensating.

FCO_Lost says:
::Activates the impulse engines again and gets even closer to the pod. A message starts to blink on his console.:: XO: Sir? Chronotron radiation has begun increasing to dangerous levels sir. ::Sounds panicked again.:: Could be impulse engines interfering.

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
CIV: I'm aware of that Sir. But we will leave the Patch sometimes.

CTO_Lt_Starbuck says:
XO: We can try a small over burn on the impulse engines then shut them down.. the inertia might be enough to leave the Briar patch but i can't be certain

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
::gets red alert information delivered at his station::

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
OPS, XO: The Son'a are maintaining their speed at 1/8 impulse.  Assuming we leave now we can outrun them.

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
CIV: In any case, that is most certainly advised to do so, the chronotron radiation will interfere with our systems.

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
XO: I'll inform SFC of our current situation.

Host SM_Lilia says:
ACTION: As if on cue from OPS, lights flicker

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
XO: And one that note, sensors confirm power up on the Son'a ships. According to the computer it matches previous encounters with them. ::Reads his console again:: Commander, they're powering up their subspace weapons. Range in five.

Dr_Greene says:
::Enters a TL and directs it to the bridge::

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
XO: Sir, the radiation is interfering with our systems. I'm unable to compensate any more.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
::mumbles something to himself:: CTO: Mr. Starbuck tractor that blasted sphere and lets get out of here now

FCO_Lost says:
::Starts to feel a little more than slightly uncomfortable about this whole situation.::

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
XO,CTO: Rerouting power to the tractor beam.

CTO_Lt_Starbuck says:
XO: Aye... ::tractors the sphere and locks photon torpedoes::

Host SM_Lilia says:
<EO Yellow> XO: Our impulse engines are failing, result from the chronotron radiation

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
XO: Confirmed. Thrusters just failed as well.

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
::sends message to SFC to give an update of the situation::

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
::watches the viewscreen for a few moments and rubs his chin:: All: Options?

Dr_Greene says:
::Enters the bridge and looks around for a moment to get a good idea of what is going on::

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
XO: Sir, message from Starfleet Command, there are three vessels en route. They will arrive in about 20 minutes. Our orders to protect the pod at any cost still stands.

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
XO: Only thing we got at this point is our warp engines, but I advice against it. Son'a weapons range ETA is three minutes.

CTO_Lt_Starbuck says:
XO: Our shields and weapons cannot hold back a force of that size for long. Worst case scenario, we get destroyed and the Son'a gets a hold of the pod. Best case scenario, we get destroyed and the Son'a get run out by our reinforcements, failing to get the pod.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
CTO: Can we destroy the pod?

FCO_Lost says:
::Starts to really sound freaked out.:: XO: SIR! The chronotron radiation around the pod has reached critical values! I detect a temporal anomaly forming!

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
::frowns:: XO: Sir! That is in direct violation with our standing orders!

CTO_Lt_Starbuck says:
XO: It's damaged enough as it is... I’m pretty sure we can. Don't know about the aftershock or what will happen after.. but we can...

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
OPS: Transfer as much power as you can to the structural integrity field and shields.

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
::nods and reroutes all non-needed power to the structural integrity field and shields::

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
XO: Commander, we're starting to receive casually reports. All decks.

Host SM_Lilia says:
ACTION: An invisible temporal anomaly of unknown consequences goes on its slow expansion towards the Elara
Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
CIV: Casualty reports?  From what?

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
XO,CTO: Sirs, engines have failed and weapons are offline!

Dr_Greene says:
::Looks up at the word casualty reports and realizes he is not at his proper place for a moment as critical as this and turns around to the exit::

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
XO: Unknown, the direct effects of temporal radiation are still unknown to us.

CTO_Lt_Starbuck says:
XO: Ramming option?

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
OPS: Signal the Son'a vessels, tell them we surrender and there is a temporal anomaly forming around us, advise them that they need to stand down immediately

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
XO: Yes Sir, sending out the message on all subspace frequencies. ::sends out transmission::

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
XO: Commander, the Son'a are in weapon range.

CTO_Lt_Starbuck says:
XO: Sir.. they WILL destroy us and then blame it on the anomaly..  especially if this might force them to say that they were devising new weapons.

Host SM_Lilia says:
ACTION: As the Son'a detect the temporal anomaly they slow down, being careful to approach, not wanting to share the fate of the Elara

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
CTO: We wouldn't even get close to those ships with our shields down.

CTO_Lt_Starbuck says:
XO: I meant the pod sir.

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
XO: Commander, we're detecting warp signatures. Our escort just moved to warp speed inside the Briar patch.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
CIV: They did what?!  Are they still in one piece?

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
Self: What are they trying to do, get blown up?

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
OPS: Get a signal to those vessels, tell them what’s going on and to stay away.

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
XO: Apparently they're under orders.

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
XO: Message sent, no response but the Son'a seem to have received and understood the message, Sir.

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
::thumps his chair arm:: CIV: Someone in Command is going to have hell to pay if something happens to any of these ships.

Host SM_Lilia says:
ACTION: One of the reinforcement ships suffers heavy damage from an explosion in her nacelles. All three drop to impulse

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
CTO: What is the status of the temporal anomaly?

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Nods gravely::

Dr_Greene says:
::Enters sickbay and finds chaos is there to meet him the moment he walks through the door::

CTO_Lt_Starbuck says:
XO: Anomaly is increasing... steady.. but increasing.

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
XO: Sir, one nacelles of the Starfleet vessels just exploded.

CTO_Lt_Starbuck says:
XO: Son'a ships powering weapons... locking on the pod

Host SM_Lilia says:
ACTION: The Son'a fire

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
::keeps SFC up to date::

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
XO: Incoming subspace weapon fire.

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
XO: Impact in 10.

Host SM_Lilia says:
ACTION: After the shot the Elara is flooded with chronotrons. On the viewscreen and indeed inside the ship the crew can see a myriad of colors

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
XO: 4. 3. 2. 1. Impact.

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
XO: Five seconds till impact.

Host SM_Lilia says:
ACTION: At the same time the ship rocks heavily

Host XO_LtCmdr_Pazoski says:
::catches onto his chair::
OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
::holds on to his station::

OPS_LtJG_Tar says:
XO: Shields down to 69%, Sir.

Dr_Greene says:
::Grabs a biobed as the ship starts rocking violently::

Host SM_Lilia says:
ACTION: Then the Elara appears in open space as if nothing happened

Host SM_Lilia says:
=/\= =/\= =/\= End Mission =/\= =/\= =/\=

DRAMATIS PERSONAE

Peter Saunders is Lieutenant Commander Peter Pazoski (XO – Executive Officer)
Eldad Ben-Tovim is Commander Maor (CIV – Starfleet Intelligence Specialist)
Cosmo Starbuck is Lieutenant Cosmo Starbuck (CTO – Chief Tactical Officer)
Rob van den Dungen is Lieutenant JG Dalin Tar (OPS – Operations Officer)

Lilia Perfeito is EO Yellow
Tim Schols is Dr. Greene
Robert Lemmens is FCO Lost

Stardate: 10608.06
Arc Title: “Peek-a-boo” / Season 9 Finale
Part: One
Ship Manager: Lilia Perfeito
Arc Creator: Lilia Perfeito & Eldad Ben-Tovim

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