Host BobAGM says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<Resume Elara Mission>>>>>>>

CTO_Valar says:
::On the Bridge at Tactical station giving instructions to Ensign Timrok::

CSO_Hall says:
::Steps onto Bridge and walks over to Science Station 1::

CO_Torbin says:
::Sitting in the center chair::

ADM_Yod says:
::In the VIP quarters gathering the last of the information for Starfleet::

FCOVnSckl says:
::At helm, preparing to leave orbit::

SO_Kij says:
::In the biology lab experimenting::

TO_Timrok says:
::Standing at the Tactical station listening to Valar::

Aide_Yip says:
::By the Admiral's side, fretting over the situation::

XO_David says:
::Sitting next to the Captain in his usual spot::

TO_Timrok says:
::Nods:: Umm..hmm

CO_Torbin says:
XO: Yod and party aboard yet, Number 1?

CTO_Valar says:
Timrok:  I have decided to put you in charge of Internal Security.  LtJG. Lewis will assist you with whatever you need.

DrHarison says:
::In Sickbay reading reports::

ADM_Yod says:
Yip: Don’t fret.  ::Laughs:: You are the most nervous of Aide's. ::Pats her hand::

XO_David says:
CO: Yes, Sir.  I believe so.

Aide_Yip says:
::Nods at Yod:: Admiral, I cannot but keep wondering if our mission will be successful. There is too much at stake here.

TO_Timrok says:
CTO: Aye, Sir.

ADM_Yod says:
Yip: If all goes as well as it has I expect it too. The Captain of the Elara has been most helpful.

Aide_Yip says:
ADM: Have you found the documents in order?

CO_Torbin says:
::Nods::  FCO: Lay in a course for OP725, Eric.  Warp 6.  Engage when ready.

SO_Kij says:
::Looks with disgust at the biology book in front of her::

CTO_Valar says:
Timrok: Your first order of business will be to contact Outpost Security and coordinate our teams with theirs for the meeting.

FCOVnSckl says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  Setting course for OP725, warp 6.

DrHarison says:
::Finishes her report and heads to the Bridge::

CO_Torbin says:
OPS: Contact the OP and inform them that we are departing with Admiral Yod and her aide aboard.

Aide_Yip says:
::Nods acknowledging that the Elara crew has done everything in their power to ensure their comfort and provide help for their people::

FCOVnSckl says:
::Enters coordinates and velocity::

ADM_Yod says:
YIP: All here and ready to brief those in the know.  ::Pats her pile of PADDs::

FCOVnSckl says:
CO: Engaging.  ::Punches engage button::

XO_David says:
::Sniffles:: Self: Lousy cold.

Aide_Yip says:
ADM: Good, Sir. May I remind you to take your pill before the meeting?

CTO_Valar says:
Timrok: And I expect a full report when you have completed this task.

ADM_Yod says:
YIP: All we need to do now is wait.

TO_Timrok says:
CTO: I’ll go to Security and get right on it.

Aide_Yip says:
::Walks over to the replicator:: Computer: Water, 15 degrees C

OPS_Fey says:
::At operations:: COMM: OP725 The Elara is departing with Adm. Yod and her aide.

DrHarison says:
::Walks into the turbolift::

FCOVnSckl says:
::Ship goes through warp start-up cycle, then planet disappears in the rear view::

CTO_Valar says:
Timrok: Very well, dismissed.

CSO_Hall says:
::Checking sensor data::

ADM_Yod says:
::Grumbles:: YIP: I am an Admiral I do not need to be reminded of pills.

CO_Torbin says:
XO: Didn't your wife take care of that for you, Number 1?

TO_Timrok says:
::Leaves Bridge and enters turbolift::

DrHarison says:
::Arrives at the Bridge and walks out::

Aide_Yip says:
::Takes the glass with the water at the requested temperature and places it on the table by the Admiral::

Host BobAGM says:
COMM: Elara: This is OP 725, transmission acknowledged.  Commodore Alen will be informed you are en route.

XO_David says:
CO: She tried to. ::Grins::

Aide_Yip says:
ADM: We all know you don't.  ::Gives her the pill container and has one drop onto the Yod's palm::

ADM_Yod says:
::Glances at the water and swallows the pill dry:: YIP: Satisfied?

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Sir, I have given Ensign Timrok security duties.  He will contact OP725 Security and coordinate with them on the arrangements for the meeting.

SO_Kij says:
::Leaves the biology lab and heads towards the botany lab::

Aide_Yip says:
ADM: Very much so, Sir.

DrHarison says:
::Walks around and takes her seat on the other side of the Captain::

ADM_Yod says:
::Raises an eyebrow::

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Security teams are posted outside the VIP quarters.

CO_Torbin says:
CTO: Acknowledged.  I don't want to give them the impression a crew member might attack them but I figure better to be safe than sorry.

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Agreed.

FCOVnSckl says:
CO: ETA to the OP is 2 hours on the QT.

CO_Torbin says:
FCO: Acknowledged.

TO_Timrok says:
::Leaves turbolift and walks towards the security office::

SO_Kij says:
::Arrives in the lab and begins to check some of her experiments::

Aide_Yip says:
::Wonders why the Admiral wants so much to take those pills to preserve her sculptured-like figure but maybe she doesn't have enough time for exercising, who knows?::

XO_David says:
::Begins looking over system status reports::

ADM_Yod says:
::Is worried about leaving her XO in charge.  His temper and his lack of trust may not be good while she is gone::

CO_Torbin says:
XO: Number 1, would you to accompany me to pay Admiral Yod a visit or would you rather handle things on the Bridge?

CTO_Valar says:
::Walks over to the science station and looks at Hall::  CSO: You seem to have a dark shadow on your upper lip.  ::raises an eyebrow at Hall::

XO_David says:
CO: Depends on how much handling the Bridge needs.

ADM_Yod says:
::Sits down to the computer in the quarters and starts reading more info on the Federation::

CSO_Hall says:
::Looks at Valar::  CTO:  It is called a mustache.  Do you like it?

TO_Timrok says:
::Sends an encoded communication to OP725 Chief of Security informing him of our ETA and security requirements::

CO_Torbin says:
::Looks around the Bridge::  XO: I'd say Eric can handle things, wouldn't you?

DrHarison says:
CO:  Sir would you like me to come with you?

CTO_Valar says:
::Looks a little closer at the shadow on Halls upper lip::  CSO: Interesting.

ADM_Yod says:
YIP: Did you know they have nothing that is really the same as our money?  ::Surprised::

XO_David says:
CO: Aye, Captain.

Host OP725 says:
Action: Transmission from Timrok to the OP is not acknowledged by OP Operations.

CO_Torbin says:
CMO: Why Doctor, I didn't know you could read minds.  I was just about to ask if you would come with us.  ::Grins::

SO_Kij says:
Self: ::Sighs looking at the dead fern:: Not another one..

CSO_Hall says:
CTO:  Jackie says that she likes it.

CO_Torbin says:
::Stands up and fixes his uniform::  FCO: You have the Bridge Mr. VanSickle. The XO and CMO will be with me visiting Admiral Yod in the VIP Quarters if you need us.

DrHarison says:
CO: No, I don't but….

Aide_Yip says:
ADM: Indeed? Then how do they economically survive in their dealings with other races?

CTO_Valar says:
CSO: Well, I suppose that is all that matters then.  ::Turns and walks back to the tactical station::

OPS_Fey says:
::Attempts to get a confirmation from the outpost about the upcoming meeting with Commodore Alen::

CSO_Hall says:
::Grins::

FCOVnSckl says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  ::Calls Ramirez to take the helm::

TO_Timrok says:
::Frowns as transmission is denied::

ADM_Yod says:
::Reads more:: YIP: Looks too confusing to even explain. Their history is very similar.

XO_David says:
::Stands::

TO_Timrok says:
Self: Hmmm…curious.

CO_Torbin says:
XO/CMO: Come along now.  Can't keep the good Admiral waiting.  ::Grins and starts walking to the turbolift::

CTO_Valar says:
::Monitors long-range sensors::

XO_David says:
::Follows the Captain::

Aide_Yip says:
ADM: I believe they might be worth studying.  Maybe at some point, if the civil war is over.  ::Sighs and decides to shut-up::

ADM_Yod says:
YIP: Except for the last few hundred years they have been in conflict as well, some as bad as ours, some even more horrid.

DrHarison says:
::Stands and follows the CO and XO to the turbolift::

ADM_Yod says:
::Stands:: YIP: I know history is your strong suit.  Maybe we could download some of this information.

CTO_Valar says:
FCO: Long-range scans show "all clear", Sir.

XO_David says:
CO: Do you want me to arm myself?

FCOVnSckl says:
::When Ramirez takes the helm, Eric takes the center chair::

CO_Torbin says:
::Enters the turbolift::  Computer: Deck 8.  XO: No need.  I don't think Admiral Yod and her aide will pose a problem for the 3 of us, plus whatever security is outside.

FCOVnSckl says:
CTO: Good.  Let's hope it stays that way.

CTO_Valar says:
::Nods at the FCO's comment::

SO_Kij says:
Self: ::Looks at some calculations then at the fern:: What is wrong with this thing?

XO_David says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  Do you honestly think she has any chance of convincing Starfleet?

Aide_Yip says:
ADM: More horrid? ::Shudders::

CTO_Valar says:
*Timrok* How are the security arrangements progressing?

CO_Torbin says:
XO: Hard to say right now, Number 1.  I'm sure she will get some of what she wants.

ADM_Yod says:
YIP: Yes, destruction follows all sectors and knows no bounds.  I only hope we are on the same track as the Federation by trying to get all the factions aligned.

FCOVnSckl says:
CSO: Will, how long do you think it will take for that "growth" to turn into an acceptable mustache for Jackie?

Aide_Yip says:
::Reviews the PADDs yet again, and wonders why the aide's life is so boring.  She'd rather be finding out if the ship had a pool and swimming but she is here because she believes her people needs her here or at least they need the Admiral::

CSO_Hall says:
FCO:  The quicker the better.  But if I had to guess I would say a week or two.

DrHarison says:
CO/XO: I am sure she will.

TO_Timrok says:
*Valar* I have been unable to communicate with OP725.  I will let you know when I succeed.

OPS_Fey says:
::Glances around to see the changes on the Bridge and reroutes more power into communications::

CTO_Valar says:
*Timrok* Very well.  Keep me informed.

FCOVnSckl says:
::Gets up and goes over to Science station 1 and takes a closer look:: CSO: My guess is about a month.

ADM_Yod says:
YIP: You may want to try the replicator out.  It is nice not having to eat rations.

Aide_Yip says:
ADM: Maybe we are but even if that is so, we still have centuries ahead of us before we achieve what the Federation has.

CO_Torbin says:
::Exits the turbolift and walks down to the VIP quarters nodding at the 4 security officer's outside as he triggers the door bell::

TO_Timrok says:
::Opens comm channel to OP725:: Elara to OP725 do you read?

Aide_Yip says:
ADM: What is it that you'd like, Sir?

ADM_Yod says:
YIP: But we have to start somewhere and I hope we are starting today. ::Smiles::

CSO_Hall says:
FCO:  Well maybe.  If it takes to long it won't get a chance to grow.

DrHarison says:
::Follows the CO and XO::

XO_David says:
::Follows the CO making sure he is presentable::

ADM_Yod says:
::Goes to the door:: DOOR: Who is it?

CTO_Valar says:
<Security Officers> ::Stand at attention as the CO & the XO appear at the VIP quarters::

DrHarison says:
::Places her hand on the XO’s shoulder:: XO: David are you feeling okay?

Host OP725 says:
Action: No response from 725.  Then there is a badly scrambled response.   "...der.....  unknown ve.....    ority one response."

ADM_Yod says:
::Makes a move to open the door and starts talking as it opens:: CO: Sorry, old habit.

FCOVnSckl says:
CSO: But seriously, anything strange in the space between here and the OP?

CTO_Valar says:
::Looks up when she hears the garbled response from the OP::

SO_Kij says:
::Looks at some of the other officers in the lab and then begins to fiddle with the formula for the third time:: Self: I feel like I should be doing something more useful.

XO_David says:
CMO: Yes.  Why?

FCOVnSckl says:
::Sees Valar pop her head up::  CTO: What's up?

Aide_Yip says:
::Thinks she should have answered the chime, but oh well, Yod is the Admiral after all, she can do as she pleases::

Host OP725 says:
COMM:Elara .....  you read?  I repeat  we .....   own vessels.

ADM_Yod says:
::Motions for them to enter::

CO_Torbin says:
::Grins:: Yod: Not a problem Admiral.  Now are you going to invite us in or make us stand outside in the hall?  ::Smiles again::

CSO_Hall says:
FCO:  Sensor scans are clear, Sir.

CTO_Valar says:
::Begins running long-range scans of the Outpost::

OPS_Fey says:
COMM: OP725 your message is garbled.

CO_Torbin says:
::Walks in after the Admiral motioned for them to come on in::

DrHarison says:
XO: Can't I ask how my husband is feeling?

FCOVnSckl says:
OPS: What is going on?

Aide_Yip says:
::Signals the officers to their chairs around the table of the VIP quarters::

XO_David says:
::Walks in:: CMO: Yes.

Host OP725 says:
COMM: Elara <static>

ADM_Yod says:
::Flushes slightly:: CO: Sorry, again.  On our ship the person ringing the chime is announced as he does so.  You never know who could be on the other side.

TO_Timrok says:
*Valar* I can only get a broken transmission from the outpost.  It is indiscernible.

OPS_Fey says:
FCO: Please, Sir we are getting garbled transmissions from the OP!

FCOVnSckl says:
*CO* Captain to the Bridge!

CTO_Valar says:
*Timrok* Understood.  We are trying to establish communications from the Bridge.

XO_David says:
::Looks at the Captain with a look that says " What now?"::

Aide_Yip says:
::Makes sure to hand them PADDs for the meeting and unobtrusively stands behind the Admiral as the comm for the CO comes::

ADM_Yod says:
::Looks to the Captain as he is called to the Bridge::

CO_Torbin says:
Yod: Understandable.  ::Grumbles slightly::  It seems I'm needed on the Bridge now.  I'll leave my First officer here to bring you up to speed.

ADM_Yod says:
::Nods at him::

CTO_Valar says:
FCO: We are still out of range for allowing our sensors to detect anything from the Outpost.

CO_Torbin says:
Yod: Sorry about this.

TO_Timrok says:
*Engineering* can you boost power to the comm link with OP725?

CO_Torbin says:
::Turns and exits the VIP quarters rushing to the turbolift for the Bridge::

FCOVnSckl says:
CTO: Keep your scanners peeled.  Try strengthening the sensitivity too.

CO_Torbin says:
*FCO* On my way.

CTO_Valar says:
FCO: Aye, Sir.

FCOVnSckl says:
OPS: Keep trying to raise the Outpost.

OPS_Fey says:
::Attempts to boost power to communications::

ADM_Yod says:
XO: How far are we from the Outpost?

CTO_Valar says:
Fey: Can you give me more power to the long-range sensors?

CSO_Hall says:
::Watching sensor data::

CO_Torbin says:
::Exits the turbolift onto the Bridge::  FCO: Report.

XO_David says:
::Watches as the CO disappears:: Yod: I expect two days at our current speed.  But judging by that last message we may be there sooner than later.

ADM_Yod says:
::Confused:: Sooner or later than what you think?  So when would that be?

FCOVnSckl says:
CO: Sir, we are receiving garbled transmissions from OP725.  Sounds like trouble.  Valar is checking to see what is going on there.  We are just out of LRS range.

SO_Kij says:
::Starts to look through her bag of equipment:: Self: Last time I used this was back on Karpe IV.  I never did get around to cleaning it out.

OPS_Fey says:
::Shifts a power supply and attempts to reroute it to the sensors:: CTO: See if that helps.

FCOVnSckl says:
CO: Fey is trying to raise them now.

DrHarison says:
::Starts to look around the room, then looks at Yod and her aide::

XO_David says:
Yod: I don't know.  It depends on what’s going on.  If we are under attack, count on later.  But, if it’s something else…..

CTO_Valar says:
Fey: Got it. Thank you Lt.  ::Recalibrates the long-range sensors and attempts to scan the Outpost::

CO_Torbin says:
FCO: All right.  I've got the Bridge.

TO_Timrok says:
*VIP Security* Stay alert people.  Keep an eye on our guests.

Aide_Yip says:
::Nods at the Doctor::

FCOVnSckl says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  ::Relieves Ramirez at helm::

OPS_Fey says:
COMM: This is the Elara.  Your messages are garbled.

CO_Torbin says:
::Garbled messages.  Can't be good::

ADM_Yod says:
::Brushes her hair from her eyes:: XO: Maybe you could explain some of the Federation’s history to us.  ::Stops:: Attack?  We are under attack?  By whom?

FCOVnSckl says:
CO: We are an hour 40 from the Outpost at present speed.  Shall we increase?

DrHarison says:
::Smiles at Yip::

CO_Torbin says:
FCO: Could you make out anything from that garbled message?

XO_David says:
Yod: I don't know.  Information is sketchy.

FCOVnSckl says:
CO: Not sure, Sir.  OPS: Could you make anything out?

CTO_Valar says:
CO: We are still too far from the outpost for our sensor scans to pick up anything.

ADM_Yod says:
::Notes the Doctor’s smile at her aide::  XO: Maybe you would rather go back to the Bridge.  We can amuse ourselves here.  Sounds as if you are needed.

Aide_Yip says:
::Smiles back at the Doctor.  A bit tightly since the news from the XO doesn't seem too good::

XO_David says:
Yod: Actually no.  Not yet anyway.  If you need any information please don't hesitate to ask.

OPS_Fey says:
FCO: It sounded like “Priority One” but...

SO_Kij says:
::Pulls out a couple of tricorders: one engineering, one science, a couple of test tube like things, some other science equipment and two burned out isolinear chips::

ADM_Yod says:
XO: May I be allowed to join you when you do? I have yet to see the Bridge of your mighty ship.  ::Wants to very much::

FCOVnSckl says:
CO: Sir, shall I increase speed to warp 8?

CO_Torbin says:
::Possible priority one.  Lovely::

CO_Torbin says:
FCO: Increase speed to Warp 8.  CTO: Bring us to Yellow Alert status.

CTO_Valar says:
CSO: Will, are you picking up anything?

Aide_Yip says:
::Her dark eyes lighten up at the idea of visiting the Bridge::

ADM_Yod says:
::Wonders who the problem stems from and hopes it is not someone after her, wanting to stop the meeting::

XO_David says:
::Smiles:: Yod: I'll see what I can do.

FCOVnSckl says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  ::Increases to Warp 8::

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  Yellow Alert.  ::Taps commands into the tactical console::

CO_Torbin says:
*XO* Number 1.  We're increasing speed to warp 8.  We might have a problem at the Outpost.  Do what you feel necessary with Admiral Yod and her aide.

XO_David says:
Yod: If you like I could patch you into the comm array?

FCOVnSckl says:
CO: ETA is now 30 minutes.

ADM_Yod says:
::Wants to know what is going on more than wanting a visit to the Bridge for fun. Nods at Yip::

DrHarison says:
Yod/Yip:  I am sure that Captain Torbin will not mind having you on the Bridge.

CO_Torbin says:
::Nods to the FCO::

TO_Timrok says:
::Notices the ship status change to Yellow alert and stands up:: Hmmm…

CSO_Hall says:
CTO: No.  I don't think we are in range yet, but I am however watching for anything to appear.

XO_David says:
*CO* Yes, Sir.  They have requested to see the Bridge.  Can I give them a response?

CTO_Valar says:
CSO: Acknowledged.

Aide_Yip says:
::Suppresses the urge to grin impishly at the Doctor’s words but let’s the Admiral answer::

CO_Torbin says:
*XO* As long as they agree to stay out of the way, no objection from me.

XO_David says:
::Hears Yellow alert:: *CO* Aye, Sir.

TO_Timrok says:
::Heads to turbolift and programs it for the Bridge::

ADM_Yod says:
::Nods at the Doctor:: Doctor: Mind?  No.  I am sure he will not but best to ask.

SO_Kij says:
::Begins to put the equipment away::

XO_David says:
Yod/Yip: If you'll follow me I'll take you to the Bridge.

CO_Torbin says:
CTO: Let me know as soon as you can give me the tactical situation.

CSO_Hall says:
::Stays on top of sensor data::

OPS_Fey says:
::Pulls the power distribution and reroutes the flow::

ADM_Yod says:
::All of a sudden feels like a child.  "Stay out of the way" but will do anything:: XO: Thank you, Commander.

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Aye, Sir.

Aide_Yip says:
::Nods at the XO with mixed feelings, anticipation and worry::

DrHarison says:
Yod: I am sorry that did not quite come out right.

CTO_Valar says:
*Timrok* Get up here, Ensign.  We may need your assistance.

ADM_Yod says:
::Pulls Yip back and whispers:: YIP: Take full notes of all the Bridge consoles.. What is going on and who they are trying to contact.

XO_David says:
::Exits the quarters and motions for the guards to break up and attend to other duties::

CO_Torbin says:
::Sitting in his chair doing the waiting thing once again::

SO_Kij says:
::Looks at the plant again and pulls one of the leaves off it::

ADM_Yod says:
Doctor: No problem, Doctor.  Our languages are slightly different.

FCOVnSckl says:
::Wonders if Valar can detect what we're up against now::

Aide_Yip says:
::whispers back:: ADM: I will.  You know I can memorize pretty well.

CSO_Hall says:
*SO* Hall to Kij.

TO_Timrok says:
::Leaves turbolift  and enters the Bridge:: CTO: Reporting as ordered.

DrHarison says:
::I have a strange feeling about this::

ADM_Yod says:
YIP: That is why you’re my AIDE ::Smiles at her::

Aide_Yip says:
::Smiles back, satisfied that she is efficient enough for the Admiral's standards::

CTO_Valar says:
CO: We have entered long-range sensor range of the Outpost.

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Rerunning scans now.

OPS_Fey says:
::Continues to attempt communications with the Outpost::

CSO_Hall says:
::Watches sensor data::

SO_Kij says:
**CSO* Yes, Sir?

XO_David says:
::Motions for the CMO to move forward and whispers:: CMO: Keep your eye on them while they're on the Bridge.

TO_Timrok says:
::Guarding entrance to Bridge::

XO_David says:
::Heads for the turbolift::

ADM_Yod says:
::Follows along motioning for her own security person to follow::

Aide_Yip says:
::Follows the party to the Bridge::

Host OP725 says:
ACTION: LRS detect high-energy weapon discharges from vicinity of the OP.  Sensors appear to be being interfered with.  Scans are not very effective.

XO_David says:
::Enters the turbolift:: Bridge.

SO_Kij says:
*CSO* Did you need something, Sir?

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Detecting energy weapon discharges from the vicinity of the Outpost.

DrHarison says:
::Whispers:  XO: I don't trust them and I have been watching them very closely.

CO_Torbin says:
::Lovely::  CTO: All right.  Take us to red alert.

FCOVnSckl says:
Self:: Here we go again.

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Aye, Sir, red alert.  ::Taps console activating the Red Alert alarm::

CSO_Hall says:
*SO* Lt. make sure everything is locked down in the labs.  Something is wrong at OP725.  We are going to check it out.

FCOVnSckl says:
::Prepares evasive/attack maneuver library::

SO_Kij says:
*CSO* Yes, Sir.

CO_Torbin says:
FCO: Increase speed to warp 9 and prepare evasive maneuvers.

OPS_Fey says:
::Takes all nonessential systems offline::

FCOVnSckl says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  Fasten your seat belts!

CSO_Hall says:
*SO* Hall, out.

SO_Kij says:
::Shows some of the scientists out and begins to lock everything up::

FCOVnSckl says:
::Increases speed to Warp 9::

XO_David says:
::Hears the Red Alert klaxon:: Self: Great.

CTO_Valar says:
::Continues to scan the Outpost trying to clear the interference::

ADM_Yod says:
::Hears the red alert klaxon.  No matter where you are red alert always sounds the same::

FCOVnSckl says:
CO: ETA in 20 minutes.

SO_Kij says:
Self: Here we go again.

XO_David says:
::Exits the turbolift onto the Bridge:: Yod/Yip: Welcome to the Bridge.

DrHarison says:
::Looks at David hearing the same ::

Aide_Yip says:
::Raises a carefully groomed eyebrow at the sound of the alert::

CO_Torbin says:
Hall/Valar: I want continuous scans.  Let me know as you find out additional information.

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Aye, Sir.

CSO_Hall says:
CO:  Aye, Sir.

ADM_Yod says:
XO: Thank you.  We will stand over there.  ::Points to a spot out of the way::

CSO_Hall says:
::Scans area::

CTO_Valar says:
CSO: Are you still picking up weapon discharges?  I can’t seem to get a clear scan.

ADM_Yod says:
::Takes YIP by the elbow and moves her gently to the back of the Bridge::

XO_David says:
Yod :Understood.  ::Moves next to the TO and whispers:: TO: Don't take your eyes off them.

Aide_Yip says:
::Takes a look around and then follows the Admiral to the spot where it seems they won't be a nuisance to the crew::

TO_Timrok says:
XO: ::Nods::

CO_Torbin says:
::20 minutes, still that could be too long::  FCO: Increase to maximum warp.

CSO_Hall says:
CTO: Aye.

ADM_Yod says:
::Whispers low:: YIP: I sense all of a sudden they do not trust us.  Why would that be?

XO_David says:
::Heads to his chair:: CO: What’s going on?

TO_Timrok says:
::Watches YOD closely & places hand near phaser::

Aide_Yip says:
::Whispers back:: Adm: It might be that they are not used to having strangers in this place.

CO_Torbin says:
XO: High energy weapons fire at the Outpost.  That is all we know at the moment.

SO_Kij says:
::Starts to walk towards her quarters:: Self: I think I'll just hide until I'm needed.

FCOVnSckl says:
CO: Putting the pedal through the floor now, Captain.

Host OP725 says:
ACTION: Sensors are detecting what appear to be 3 vessels attacking the OP.  Still no clear readings.

DrHarison says:
::Walks over and takes her seat::

ADM_Yod says:
::Frowns as the TO moves his hand to his phaser as he looks at her.  She is highly insulted and it shows::

Aide_Yip says:
::Keeps whispering:: Adm: Although the TO is signaling to his phaser while looking at us is definitely not a diplomat's act.

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Picking up 3 vessels attacking the Outpost.

FCOVnSckl says:
CO: ETA in 7 minutes.

CSO_Hall says:
*SO*  Hall to Kij.  Please report to the Bridge.

XO_David says:
CO: Fun.

TO_Timrok says:
::Still watching Yod::

CO_Torbin says:
::Whispers to the Doctor:: CMO: Perhaps you could play the role of a diplomat for me and explain to them what happens as it happens?  That would also keep them occupied and away from anything they shouldn't be getting::

CTO_Valar says:
::Brings all weapons to full, online status::

ADM_Yod says:
YIP: I agree.  Maybe we were wrong about this ship helping us.  We have gone to their aid blinded.

SO_Kij says:
*CSO* Yes Sir. ::Turns around and runs to the turbolift::

FCOVnSckl says:
::Prepares attack and evasive maneuvers::

CO_Torbin says:
OPS: Any response from the Outpost yet?

CTO_Valar says:
Fey: Give me full power to the shields please.

CSO_Hall says:
::Continues to watch sensors for anything::

Aide_Yip says:
::Shares the Admiral's feelings and decides to talk to him:: TO: If this is a cultural thing, I'd like to know it now for future reference.

DrHarison says:
::In a low voice:: CO: Sir, would you like me to man the engineering station?

SO_Kij says:
::Arrives on the Bridge walks over to the CSO::

SO_Kij says:
CSO: Sir? ::Looks around the Bridge::

ADM_Yod says:
YIP: Do not talk to him.  They are in red alert, please.

CO_Torbin says:
OPS: Hail the enemy vessels and order them to back off.

OPS_Fey says:
::Reroutes power to the shields:: All: No response from the Outpost.

Host OP725 says:
ACTION: Two of the vessels continue to attack the Outpost.  One turns on an intercept course for Elara at warp 9.985.

CSO_Hall says:
SO: Kij, did you make sure everything was locked down?

Aide_Yip says:
::Turns to the Admiral:: Adm: You are right, I stand corrected. I'll wait for a more fitting moment to ask.

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Vessel approaching our coordinates at high warp.

SO_Kij says:
CSO: Yes, Sir.

FCOVnSckl says:
::Sees the ship, goes to evasive VanSickle 25 beta 3::

CTO_Valar says:
::Brings targeting scanners online::

CSO_Hall says:
SO: ::Looks Kij in eyes::  Get ready for anything.

CO_Torbin says:
::Overhears the Admiral's aide::  Yod/Aide: We don't mean to be rude but we may soon find ourselves in battle against 3 ships which our losing would mean your own deaths so please let my officer's do their jobs.

ADM_Yod says:
::Nods at her and points to the science station: YIP: Go stand over there and see what is happening.  Just stay out of their way.

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Vessel in weapons range in 40 seconds.

OPS_Fey says:
COMM: This is the USS Elara.

SO_Kij says:
CSO: ::Smiles slightly:: I always am.

ADM_Yod says:
CO: Yes, Captain.

CO_Torbin says:
::Whispers back:: CMO: You might be needed if be have casualties.

CSO_Hall says:
::Grins at Kij::

CO_Torbin says:
XO: Take over the Bridge engineering station please, Number 1.

Host OP725 says:
ACTION: Long-range sensors detect 4 additional ships about 3 light-years away past the Outpost approaching at high warp.  They have UFP signatures.

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Locking targeting scanners on approaching vessel.

SO_Kij says:
::Steps back to let the CSO work::

Aide_Yip says:
::Bows her head slightly to the Admiral and walks over to the science station, staying far enough not to be a nuisance to the officers’ there::

OPS_Fey says:
COMM: Unknown vessels back away from our outpost!

XO_David says:
CO Aye, Sir.  ::Jumps up and mans the engineering station::

FCOVnSckl says:
::Swings around to give Valar a better shot::

Host OP725 says:
ACTION: Threat vessel launches 4 torpedoes at Elara.  Torpedoes are tracking, impact in 10 sec.

CSO_Hall says:
CO: I am detecting 4 more ships on the way, Sir.  3 light-years away.  They are Federation.

ADM_Yod says:
::Stands there her hands folded behind her back watching the crew on the Bridge::

XO_David says:
::Monitors systems on the engineering console::

CO_Torbin says:
CSO: Acknowledged, Mr. Hall.

CTO_Valar says:
CO: The vessel has fired torpedoes!

FCOVnSckl says:
::Does quick evasive::

CTO_Valar says:
ALL: Brace for impact!

TO_Timrok says:
::Monitors situation with attacking ships holding on to control panel::

CO_Torbin says:
CTO: I'd say that is an offense action.  Weapons are free at your discretion

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  Locking on incoming torpedoes and firing torpedoes.

Aide_Yip says:
::Looks worried towards the Admiral::

ADM_Yod says:
::Braces for impact.  Wants to give orders to the crew but stays silent::

XO_David says:
CO/CTO: All weapon systems are at full power.  Rerouting emergency power to the shields.

SO_Kij says:
::Braces herself, I think I'm going to be sick::

CO_Torbin says:
OPS: Send a secured message to the Federation ships informing them of the status.

CSO_Hall says:
::Grabs console::

Host OP725 says:
Action: Elara dodges 2 of the torpedoes.  2 hit shaking the ship.  Shields at 52%.

CO_Torbin says:
Admiral: You and your aide may wish to find a seat and hold on.

FCOVnSckl says:
::Bounces around after impact::

Aide_Yip says:
::Manages to keep standing, not taking her eyes from the Admiral::

XO_David says:
::Grabs the console:: CO: Shields at 52 percent!

TO_Timrok says:
::Regains balance::

ADM_Yod says:
::Finds a seat and motions for Yip::

CSO_Hall says:
SO: You okay?

CO_Torbin says:
XO: Reroute and get them back up.  We can't let those shields fail!

DrHarison says:
*Sickbay* Report!

Aide_Yip says:
::Takes the seat the Admiral signaled her to::

CTO_Valar says:
Fey: Reroute power to the shields!

CSO_Hall says:
::Continues to watch sensors::

OPS_Fey says:
::encodes a priority message to Starfleet.  Situation transmitted::

SO_Kij says:
CSO: I'll be fine, I think.

Host OP725 says:
ACTION: Threat vessel does a immediate turn coming about to fire on Elara again.

OPS_Fey says:
::Reroutes even more power to the shields::

XO_David says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  Taking holodecks offline.

FCOVnSckl says:
::Turns to bear on the threat::

CO_Torbin says:
::Stands up and braces himself against his chair watching the battle on the viewscreen::

Host OP725 says:
ACTION: Threat vessel launches 4 more torpedoes.

CTO_Valar says:
CO: They are coming about.  Targeting!

ADM_Yod says:
::Leans forward as she watches::

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Firing!

FCOVnSckl says:
::Dives::

CSO_Hall says:
SO: Hold on Kij!

ADM_Yod says:
::Holds on to the arm of her seat::

SO_Kij says:
::Grins weakly at the CSO and kneels on the floor::

CO_Torbin says:
OPS: What is the status of the Outpost?

XO_David says:
OPS: Taking non-essential systems offline and transferring power to the shields!

CSO_Hall says:
::Continues to watch for UFP ships to come into range::

FCOVnSckl says:
::Hopes those weapon modifications work in a real-life situation::

Aide_Yip says:
::Carefully studies the crew and their actions::

Host OP725 says:
ACTION: Elara torpedoes strike the threat ship.  Their shields are at 30%.

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Retargeting and firing!

ADM_Yod says:
::Takes out a PADD and makes notes of the crew’s responses.  Is jolted in her  seat as she does so::

FCOVnSckl says:
::Turns to bear on the threat vessel::

Host OP725 says:
ACTION: Elara hit by 3 more torpedoes.  Shields at 12%.

TO_Timrok says:
::Notices Yods actions:: CTO: Perhaps I should take our guests to their quarters now.

FCOVnSckl says:
::Impact throws him out of his chair::

ADM_Yod says:
YIP: Did you find out who was firing at us?

OPS_Fey says:
CO: Status of the outpost currently unknown.

CTO_Valar says:
Timork: Yes, that might be a good idea considering.

XO_David says:
::Holds on for dear life:: CO: Shields at 12 percent.

TO_Timrok says:
::Motions for VIPs to follow him::

CTO_Valar says:
::Holds onto the tactical console::

SO_Kij says:
::Grabs a console and tries to pull herself up, doesn't work, looks green::

FCOVnSckl says:
::Scrambles to get back into helm seat::

Host OP725 says:
ACTION: Threat hit by another round of fire from Elara.  Their shields are down.

CSO_Hall says:
CO:  The Federation ships are still two minutes away at present speed.

CO_Torbin says:
::Grabs his chair to avoid being thrown completely to the ground::  XO: Get the shields back up NOW!

ADM_Yod says:
CTO: I insist on being here. I would like to know who is about to blow you out of the sky before they do so if it is one of our factions I would like to try and make it stop.

Aide_Yip says:
Adm: Not yet.  I don't think they don't know either.

FCOVnSckl says:
::Helm console explodes::

CSO_Hall says:
::Checks on Kij::

TO_Timrok says:
Yod: Come with me, please.

CO_Torbin says:
OPS: Send out a Priority 1 message to all Starfleet vessels.  Inform them our shields are failing and include all information on the situation.

CTO_Valar says:
Admiral: I believe you will be safer in your quarters.

Host OP725 says:
ACTION:  The ships attacking the Outpost break off at high warp on course to avoid the Elara and oncoming UFP ships.

ADM_Yod says:
CTO: Safety is not what I am worried about.  ::Moves away from him insisting on staying::

DrHarison says:
::Hangs on wishing that she could get to an emergency med kit::

CSO_Hall says:
CO:  The ships attacking the Outpost are breaking off their attack.

XO_David says:
::Reroutes power from the back-up systems::

OPS_Fey says:
COMM: Priority One.  The Elara is in trouble.  Shields failing.

CTO_Valar says:
Admiral: Please, Admiral.  I must insist.  Your safety is of the highest priority.

CO_Torbin says:
CTO/TO: Let them stay.  If we are boarded, they will be safer here than in their quarters.

Aide_Yip says:
CTO: I think you have more pressing matters at hand than our safety.

TO_Timrok says:
::Frowns::

CTO_Valar says:
Admiral: Very well.

ADM_Yod says:
CO: Thank you Captain. ::Gives the CTO the evil look she makes when she is in high stress.  Scares her own crew::

CO_Torbin says:
::Thinks: After all, the Bridge better be the safest place on the ship::

CTO_Valar says:
CO: Aye, Sir.

CO_Torbin says:
CSO: Get a scan on those ships before they get out of range.  As comprehensive as possible.

SO_Kij says:
::Clutches her stomach and looks around the Bridge::

FCOVnSckl says:
::Looks around and sees Kij clutching her stomach::

CSO_Hall says:
CO:  Aye, Sir.  The Federation ships are Defiant class, Sir. There are four of them.

ADM_Yod says:
::Whispers to Yip::: Is it because we are women?  ::Eyes are full of daggers::  we cannot… ::Stops as she is about to lose her cool::

CO_Torbin says:
CMO: Doctor, you might want to check on LtJG. Kij.

Swiftsure says:
COMM:Elara: This is USS Swiftsure.  Captain Selath commanding.  Do you require assistance?

CO_Torbin says:
Hall: Acknowledged.

Aide_Yip says:
::Whispers back:: Adm: I think it's because we're aliens, Sir.  I'm sad to say.

ADM_Yod says:
::Makes a tsk, tsk sound: YIP: Well that is too bad.  I would have thought better of them.  Lets forget it.

XO_David says:
CO: Request permission to deactivate life support on deck 34.

CO_Torbin says:
COMM: Swiftsure: Our shields are at 12% but the enemy vessels appear to be breaking off combat.  However, your presence would be greatly appreciated.

DrHarison says:
CO: Aye, Sir. ::Gets up and heads to the science station ::

CO_Torbin says:
XO: Clear that deck first and granted.

Host OP725 says:
ACTION: 2 threat ships have moved out of sensor range.  The third is trying to run away, now at warp 9.995.

Aide_Yip says:
::Shakes head sadly:: Adm: I would too, Sir.

OPS_Fey says:
COMM: Federation Ships: We sent a Priority One message, Sir because we require assistance.

Host Swiftsure says:
COMM: Elara: On our way.  ETA 1 minute.

SO_Kij says:
::Tries to get up and succeeds, legs shaking slightly::

DrHarison says:
::Takes the back panel off and removes the med kit::

CSO_Hall says:
CO: The threat ships have left sensor range.  I am scanning the third though.

FCOVnSckl says:
CO: Shall I go after that one?

XO_David says:
::Begins the evacuation of deck 34::

CO_Torbin says:
COMM: Swiftsure: The 3 threat vessels are departing at high warp.  You may wish to pursue them with most of your fleet.

DrHarison says:
SO: Lie still don't try to move.

Host Swiftsure says:
ACTION: 3rd threat vessel now out of weapons range continuing to pull away.

CO_Torbin says:
FCO: Negative.  The Defiant class vessels can if they want.  We have VIP's onboard.

ADM_Yod says:
::Hands her the PADD:: YIP: I have made notes for us for future reference on the tactical aspects of how they react when attacked.  Please go over them. We may be able to use them on our own next encounter.

CO_Torbin says:
COMM: Swiftsure: Also be advised we have 2 VIP's onboard.

Host Swiftsure says:
COMM: Elara.  They are too fast for us, Elara.  No way to catch them, sorry.

FCOVnSckl says:
CO: Our "guests" might be able to tell us who they are.

CSO_Hall says:
SO: Sorry I could not help you, Kalri.

Aide_Yip says:
::Takes the Admiral’s PADD:: Adm: I have taken my own notes as well, Sir.

Host Swiftsure says:
COMM: Noted: We are entering escort formation to provide protection.

CO_Torbin says:
::Turns and walks over to the Admiral:: COMM: Swiftsure: Much appreciated, Captain.

ADM_Yod says:
::Raises an eyebrow at the FCO's remark wondering what they all are thinking::

XO_David says:
::Once evacuation is complete, deactivates life support on deck 34 and reroutes additional power to shields::

ADM_Yod says:
::Stands::

CO_Torbin says:
Yod: Sorry you had to watch that Admiral.  Do you have any idea who would want to attack our Outpost?

FCOVnSckl says:
CO: Captain.  ::Motions for him to come over::

Aide_Yip says:
::Feels downright insulted by the FCO::

ADM_Yod says:
CO: Just about anyone with that knows of us being here, Captain.  I do think your crew thinks we are behind this.  It is a mistake and I am sorry to see them so paranoid.

Host OP725 says:
COMM: Elara:  We are in bad shape here, Elara.  Life support down, main power down.  Outpost operations took a direct hit.  We don't know if there are any alive in there.

CO_Torbin says:
::Motions for the FCO to hold::

FCOVnSckl says:
::Holds::

CO_Torbin says:
Yod: I'm sure my crew is intelligent enough to know that you wouldn't put yourself at risk just to eliminate us.  Especially with us trying to help you.

CO_Torbin says:
Yod: Assuming Commodore Alen is still alive on the Outpost, we should be able to meet shortly.

TO_Timrok says:
::Returns to guard Bridge entrance::

CO_Torbin says:
OPS: Pass that information along to the Defiant class vessels.

ADM_Yod says:
::Nods at him:: CO: I do hope so.  We are not here to do harm to you and yours.  ::Looks at the Doctor and the FCO::

CO_Torbin says:
CSO: Scan main operations on the outpost.

XO_David says:
::Redirects damage repair teams::

CSO_Hall says:
::Looking over sensor data of the threat ships for anything familiar::

DrHarison says:
SO: Space sickness is back.  ::Gives her a shot::

OPS_Fey says:
::Relays the Captain’s message::

CSO_Hall says:
CO:  Aye, Sir.

FCOVnSckl says:
Yod: I apologize, ma'am if I offended you in any way.

CSO_Hall says:
::Scans Outpost::

ADM_Yod says:
::Nods at the FCO but stays silent::

DrHarison says:
SO: Okay, take it easy.

Aide_Yip says:
::Stands and walks by the Admiral, glad that at least the FCO had the decency to apologize::

DrHarison says:
CO: I will have my team standing by.

CSO_Hall says:
CO:  Sensors detect very faint life signs on the Outpost OPS, Sir.

SO_Kij says:
CMO: Thanks.  ::Rubs her neck::

DrHarison says:
::Smiles at the SO::

ADM_Yod says:
CO: Captain, I do want to thank you for all of the hospitality you have shown us.  If you are ever in our neck of the woods again…. ::smiles:: Klingon on me!

Host OP725 says:
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