USS Europa
   Stardate 10210.13

Host MikeyS says:
<<< Resume Europa Mission, Stardate 10210.13, 20:09 Eastern >>>

Host MikeyS says:
ACTION: 80% of the tanker's crew has been beamed aboard the Europa.

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
@::on the empty bridge of the freighter:: FCO: What do you mean the engines are losing containment?

CNS_Azhure says:
::At her station on the bridge.::

CSO_Llewellyn says:
::at Science One, manning the sensors::

CMO_Calahan says:
::continues to scan the incoming tanker crew in the transporter room, glancing over as her staff does the same::

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
@::scrambles across the bridge to the engineering station trying to get an idea of what has happened in the last five minutes::

CNS_Azhure says:
CSO:  Can you get any more information from the alien vessel?

FCO_KTracht says:
@XO: I don't know sir… Looks like a problem with the Impulse manifold…

CSO_Llewellyn says:
::fingers dancing on the console:: CNS: I'm trying to get more information for you.

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
@::sees the magnetic constrictors on the impulse reactors have become fused:: FCO: Can you flush the manifold with barium oxide? It should release the magnetic constrictors...

FCO_KTracht says:
@XO : I can try, though I don't think it will do any good.. ::taps in the needed controls.::

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
@::taps his combadge:: *Europa*: The freighters engines are going critical ... if we can't prevent a breech we'll have to abandon ship. Recommend the Europa fall back to a safer position.

CNS_Azhure says:
*XO*:  Understood commander...

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
@::hears the computer start to sound its automated warnings:: FCO: The barium oxide doesn't seem to be having any effect...

CSO_Llewellyn says:
CNS: I detect a faint warp signature several light years away. Looks like it is headed toward us.

CNS_Azhure says:
::Quietly::  *XO*:  Kief, we are still not picking up anything from the alien ship.  No life...something is not right there.

FCO_KTracht says:
@::raises eyebrow:: XO : Check your panel, sir.. Mine says it IS working..

CMO_Calahan says:
::so far has found nothing amiss with the tanker crew, and she moves on to check a few more, taking care of minor abrasions and such...::

CNS_Azhure says:
FCO:  Takes us out, keep us just within transporter range.

FCO_KTracht says:
@::turns back:: XO : What the frell is going on here?

CNS_Azhure says:
CSO:  One of ours?

Host MikeyS says:
ACTION: All readings on the tanker return to normal.

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
@::looks up as the beeping stops:: FCO: Wait ... something’s happening ... the engines are returning to normal.

CSO_Llewellyn says:
::furrrows brow:: CNS: Not sure. ::looks at the sensors:: I'll try to see what I can make of it.

CNS_Azhure says:
*XO*:  Commander, Warp signature heading our way.  We are checking on the identity.

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
@::surprised:: FCO: Looks like it worked... ::returns to checking things:: FCO: Have we gotten everyone off this ship?

FCO_KTracht says:
@::nods:: FCO : Aye sir.. Working on the last batch of tanker personnel now... We're the only ones still here.

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
@::sighs and grimaces:: FCO: Can we fit this ship in the Europa's shuttlebay?

CSO_Llewellyn says:
CNS: This thing is coming this way like a bat out of hell... at warp 9.7. It is hard to tell, but it seems to be a federation signature.

CNS_Azhure says:
TO:  Go to yellow alert...

CNS_Azhure says:
CSO:  See if you can contact it on federation frequency only.

FCO_KTracht says:
@::grins:: XO :Well, if you don't mind loosing all the deuterium tanks.. We can just barely...

CSO_Llewellyn says:
CNS: Aye. ::opens a new window and opens a COMM on federation frequencies only::

CNS_Azhure says:
*XO*:  Kief, something’s up.  You about ready to come back to the ship?

CMO_Calahan says:
<Nurse Julia> ::frowns slightly while scanning one of the very last of the tanker crew, noting a heart condition....the man waves her off though when she presents it to him, and she sends him to rejoin his crew, then walks over to Dr. Calahan::

CSO_Llewellyn says:
COMM: Unknown Vessel: This is the USS Europa. Please identify yourself.

CMO_Calahan says:
::looks up at Julia and tilts her head, noting a look of slight irritation on the Nurse's face:: Nurse: Did you find something...amiss...with the crew?

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
@::growls under his breath:: FCO: Do it ... and quickly. ::takes a seat in the freighters command chair:: COM: CNS: Counselor, I understand you're about to have company? Be advised that Mister K'Tracht is jettisoning the deuterium containers. We're going to bring the freighter into the Europa's shuttlebay.

FCO_KTracht says:
@XO : Sir.. It will be a little hard with that Tractor still engaged on us..

CNS_Azhure says:
*XO*:  Understood.

CMO_Calahan says:
<Nurse Julia> ::shakes her head:: CMO: Not really. Just one of the last ones...a pre-existing heart condition, but nothing noteworthy. I don’t think his heart will be a problem.

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
@::starts to download recently accessed computer files into his tricorder for Lieutenant Llewellyn to go over later::

FCO_KTracht says:
@::jettisons the deuterium tanks::

CNS_Azhure says:
OPS:  Open shuttle bay doors.

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
@FCO: I understand Mister K'Tracht... ::gains access to the navigational deflector::

CNS_Azhure says:
::Turns to the CSO::  CSO:  Anything?

CSO_Llewellyn says:
CNS: No reponse to hails yet.

CMO_Calahan says:
::nods:: Nurse: The man standing off to the side there has a slight fever. Take him to sickbay with you for treatment and tests...I want to be sure nothing serious could be wrong.

FCO_KTracht says:
@::grins, and turns back to the CONN:: XO : I like the way you think, sir... ::starts prepping impulse engines for full impulse::

CNS_Azhure says:
CSO:  Distance to us?

CMO_Calahan says:
<Nurse Julia> ::nods and walks toward the crewman, having the other two nurses with them to pick up the little bits of equipment::

CNS_Azhure says:
TO:  Prepare to go to red alert.  Some surprises I can do with out.

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
@::matches the navigational deflector to the frequency of the tractor beam and reverses the deflectors polarity:: FCO: At your leisure, 3/4 impulse please.

CSO_Llewellyn says:
CNS: They are presently 2 light years away, I estimate at present speed, they will arrive in 12 hours roughly. If they continue at that speed, their warp drive will be severely damaged from traveling so fast so long.

FCO_KTracht says:
@::engages impulse, and starts turning towards the Europa:: COMM Europa : It would probably help if you came in closer... This tanker is even slugisher than the Europa..

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
@::turns a nearby console towards him so he can monitor hull stress and waits until it reaches critical levels before firing the deflector::

CNS_Azhure says:
CSO:  Strange.  Still no communication?

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
@::feels the ship moving:: FCO: Maintain course directly for the alien vessel ... we're going to overload its tractor emitters.

CNS_Azhure says:
*FCO*:  And here I thought you liked to take your time.

FCO_KTracht says:
@::hears the hull "screaming":: XO : Sir..

CSO_Llewellyn says:
::waits eagerly to a response to her call, a touch nervous:: CNS: None yet.

CNS_Azhure says:
::Nods to the flight officer to bring the ship closer.::

Host Cmdr_Keane says:
ACTION: The deflector has the proper effect - weakening the tractor beam enough for the tanker to move on its own.

FCO_KTracht says:
@XO : Aye sir... ::turns towards the alien ship again::

Host Cmdr_Keane says:
ACTION: Sensors detect moderate hull stress forming on the tanker.

FCO_KTracht says:
@::as soon as he feels the tractor loose:: XO :We're away.. Veering off towards the Europa.

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
@::feels the freighter settle back onto the proper course and watches the hull stress meter, fires the navigational deflector set to the exact opposite of the tractor beam::

CSO_Llewellyn says:
CNS: The hull on the tanker is moderately stressed. ::hears a beep on her console and looks at a open window::

CNS_Azhure says:
CSO:  Anything to worry about?

CMO_Calahan says:
::taps her combadge, walking toward the door of the transporter room:: *Bridge*: The tanker crew has checked out, nothing more than a fever noted. I will turn them over to the care of the Captain...do you need me on the bridge?

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
@::leans forward:: FCO: All right, get us into that shuttlebay...

Host Cmdr_Keane says:
#COMM: Europa: This is Commander Keane of the starship Aurora. ::said in a very monotone voice::

CNS_Azhure says:
*CMO*:  Not at the moment.

FCO_KTracht says:
@XO : Aye sir... ::engages full impulse:: Maybe you should order the Europa to beam those deuterium tankers aboard.. I'm sure we have a couple of storage bays available for them

CSO_Llewellyn says:
CNS: Not sure...if what ever is causing the stress on the hull continues to rise, then yes.

FCO_KTracht says:
@XO : No point in wasting all that fuel

FCO_KTracht says:
@::fights with the tanker's controls, and smacks the console:: Console : Turn damn you, turn!!

CNS_Azhure says:
CSO:  They should be aboard soon.

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
@FCO: Not yet ... I want to see if the pirates return for the booty.

CSO_Llewellyn says:
CNS: Communication revived...::listens to that tone:: I don't like that tone...::searches the database for the registry of the Aurora::

CMO_Calahan says:
::follows Julia to sickbay with the crewman, speaking with one of the younger nurses on the way::

CNS_Azhure says:
Flight, bring the ship to a stop, 20 meters from the tankard, I think our FCO can get it in from there.  ::Smiles::

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
@::sees the open shuttlebay on the Europa and suddenly doubts K'Tracht is correct that the freighter can fit inside::

CNS_Azhure says:
CSO:  While you are checking the registry, check the captains name.  Put the comm on speakers please.

FCO_KTracht says:
@::as they reach a close enough distance, puts power to impulse, and start moving the ship on thrusters only::

CSO_Llewellyn says:
::repeats the comm on speakers::

CSO_Llewellyn says:
::allows CNS to access the COMM channel directly::

FCO_KTracht says:
@::rotates the freighter till it's aligned with the Europa's shuttlebay, and watches as the proximity alert warnings kick in:: XO: Don't worry, sir…She'll fit

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
@FCO: Now would be a good time, Mister K'Tracht... ::tenses up, holding the armrests of his chair::

CNS_Azhure says:
COMM:  Aurora:  Commander Keane, this is the USS Europa.  You are heading in our direction at a dangerous speed.  Is everything alright?

CSO_Llewellyn says:
CNS: The ship is registered as a Starfleet Intelligence vessel. Commander Richard Keane is the commanding officer of that vessel, all else is classified... of course ::mumbles:: lousy intel....

FCO_KTracht says:
@::grins:: XO : But cap'n.. She cannae take much more...

Host Cmdr_Keane says:
ACTION: The tractor beam holding the tanker is broken, the small attack ship making no hostile moves.

FCO_KTracht says:
@::watches as the front of the tanker hull enters the shuttlebay, mere inches from each side::

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
@::holds his breath without realizing it::

FCO_KTracht says:
@::watches as the stars disappear from his view, as the tanker command passes through the shuttlebay doors:: XO : Just a few more meters, sir.

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
@::sees the forward edge of the shuttlebay approaching quickly and sits back in his chair::

CNS_Azhure says:
CSO:  Get a message to StarFleet.  I want to know if he is supposed to be out here.  We should at least be able to discover that.

FCO_KTracht says:
@::chuckles::

FCO_KTracht says:
@:fires the forward thrusters, killing momentum of the tanker:: XO : We're in...

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
@::rises from his chair and begins to disembark from the freighter:: FCO: Everybody remember where we parked...

FCO_KTracht says:
@::gently drops the freighter down on it's legs::

Host Cmdr_Keane says:
#COMM: Europa: Everything is fine Europa, we're on a routine reconnaissance mission. We recommend you leave the Black Cluster immediately. We've heard reports of Breen attack ships hiding in there, preying on nearby ships.

CNS_Azhure says:
<OPS> CNS:  The freighter has docked.

CSO_Llewellyn says:
::sends a message to the nearest starbase, requesting information on if the Aurora is supposed to be out this way::

FCO_KTracht says:
::cracks his knuckles, and gets up from the chair:: XO : I knew it would fit..

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
FCO: We'd best be getting up to the bridge... ::heads for the nearest hatch and heads out into the shuttlebay::

FCO_KTracht says:
::opens the outer doors::

CNS_Azhure says:
OPS:  Good, secure shuttle doors and send some tactical unit down there to check her out, as well as a few engineers.

FCO_KTracht says:
XO: Lead the way, sir…

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
::hurries past K'Tracht, at a mild trot, and holds his tricorder against his hip ensuring he doesn't drop it::

FCO_KTracht says:
::grins, and paces up, passing by the XO::

CNS_Azhure says:
COMM:  Aurora:  Keane:  We are aware of that captain.  It is part of our mission.  Might we assist you?

CSO_Llewellyn says:
CNS: I have additional information on the Aurora.... it is a highly-modified Defiant-class vessel. No details on the extent of modifications of course....

FCO_KTracht says:
::reaches the TL first::

CNS_Azhure says:
CSO:  So we are dealing with something more.  How long before a reply from SF?

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
::arrives at the turbolift huffing and puffing:: FCO: You're fast... ::with his hands on his knees::

FCO_KTracht says:
::nods:: XO : Practice and training sir..

FCO_KTracht says:
::enters the TL::

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
::enters the turbolift with K'Tracht:: TL: Bridge, priority one...

CNS_Azhure says:
Tactical:  Keep us at yellow alert.

FCO_KTracht says:
XO : Sir.. Did you notice that this hidden ship didn't do anything the whole time we where there?

FCO_KTracht says:
XO: Do you think it's even manned?

CNS_Azhure says:
Flight:  Take us out from the alien vessel.

CSO_Llewellyn says:
::nods:: CNS: so it would seem. Just a few minutes... probably have to check with superior officers as to whether or not they can give us that information.

FCO_KTracht says:
XO : Permission to take a team to that ship sir..

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
::nods:: FCO: I did ... and I suspect its crew was out to lunch. ::runs his hands across his bald blue scalp:: FCO: Which means this new arrival could be the crew returning.

CNS_Azhure says:
CSO:  Considering we know they are supposedly here, that should not be classified.

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
::points at K'Tracht:: FCO: Absolutely not ... I'm going to need you at the helm, and I'm not about to separate the crew right now. ::TL arrives and he steps out onto the bridge:: CNS: Report!

FCO_KTracht says:
::sighs, and goes to his post, relieving the young ensign there::

Host Cmdr_Keane says:
#COMM: Europa: We will reach your location in 12 hours. We don't expect you to be there when we arrive. I can't say much more than that.

FCO_KTracht says:
XO : We could use another ship, if push comes to shove..

CSO_Llewellyn says:
::tilts her head in a slightly animated gesture, with an amused eyebrow raise:: CNS: One would think... but with Intel... you never know.

FCO_KTracht says:
::growls at the communications he just heard::

CNS_Azhure says:
XO:  The freighter crew are cared for.  We have an incoming vessel, the USS Aurora which is a SFI ship.  We are waiting confirmation of its orders to be in this part.  It has already told us to leave the area.

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
::steps down towards the command deck but stops short of the command chair ... overhears the message from the Aurora:: Self: Hmm...

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
::takes the center chair:: CNS: Well that's not likely...

CNS_Azhure says:
XO:  Twice now...

FCO_KTracht says:
::turns back to the command deck:: All : I don't know about you, but that sounds way to fishy...

CNS_Azhure says:
XO:  They are heading at a speed that a normal ship could not maintain.

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
::raises an eyebrow:: CNS: And yet they are twelve hours out? ::pulls his tricorder from its holster and tosses it through the air to the CSO:: CSO: The last dozen or so files accessed by the Captain of the freighter. Have a look.

Host Cmdr_Keane says:
$<Starbase 514> COMM: Europa: This is Crewman Daniels, we have verified the Aurora's orders. They are currently scheduled to investigate strange sensor readings around the Black Cluster.

CNS_Azhure says:
::Looks at Kief with a raised eyebrow::

CNS_Azhure says:
CSO:  Can they give us any further information?

CSO_Llewellyn says:
::goes to him and gets the PADD, takes it back to her station and downloads it into her station, starts looking over the files, stops and looks up at him:: XO: I suppose I can ask...

CSO_Llewellyn says:
COMM: SB514: Daniels: Is there anything else you can tell us?

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
CSO: That's not necessary, Lieutenant... ::considers things for a moment:: *CMO*: Doctor Calahan, have you had a chance to view our scans of the alien vessel?

CNS_Azhure says:
XO:  What do you want to do about the alien vessel?

Host Cmdr_Keane says:
$<Starbase 514, Crewman Daniels> COMM: Europa: Not sure what else you need Europa. We don't keep detailed accounts of the different ships in the area, especially to one belonging to Starfleet Intelligence. They have their own rules on these things.

CSO_Llewellyn says:
COMM: SB514: Daniels... I understand. We all must follow our orders ::smile evident in her tone:: Europa out. ::ends transmission::

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
::leans forward:: FCO: Mister K'Tracht, slave weapons to your console ... arm phasers, photon torpedoes, and target the source of the alien ship's ion trail ... it should be the engines.

FCO_KTracht says:
XO : Sir, that ship is still 12 hours out.. We could take a peek on that vessel before they get here, and they would be none the wiser.

CNS_Azhure says:
::To know one::  And it would probably be useless to ask who is in command...   CSO:  Can you run the voice print through the computers.  Is it modified in anyway, or mechanized?

FCO_KTracht says:
::frowns, but carries out his orders:: XO : Aye sir... ::slaves tactical to his console, and starts working on the weapons lock::

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
::leans across to Azhure:: CNS: I'm planning on neither the Europa or the Alien vessel being present when the Aurora arrives. We'll take out its engines and then take it into custody towing it back to Starbase.

CNS_Azhure says:
XO:  Why take out its engines?

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
::taps his combadge again:: *CMO*: Doctor Calahan, is everything all right?

CSO_Llewellyn says:
::nods at the CNS, runs comparison:: CNS: Voice matches. No detected modifications.

FCO_KTracht says:
XO : And the deuterium cargo, sir?

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
FCO: One thing at a time, Mister K'Tracht ... how's that weapons lock doing?

CSO_Llewellyn says:
::goes back to looking at the files the CO of the freighter was accessing::

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
CNS: You ever try to tow a ship whose engines are pushing it in the opposite direction?

CMO_Calahan says:
::raises an eyebrow and swallows the drink of cappuccino she'd taken:: *XO*: Pertaining to the tanker crew? Yes Commander. We only found a crewmember with a fever and another with a pre-existing heart condition. The rest checked out...

CNS_Azhure says:
XO:  Nope...  though we could maybe turn it around or turn it off?  I know, it is probably not wise to go aboard it at the moment.

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
::just short of sending security to check on the CMO:: *CMO*: Doctor, I'm referring to the alien ship ... are we not detecting a crew because it is in fact the ship that is alive?

FCO_KTracht says:
::frowns, and tries again:: XO : Sir.. That ship's slippery... I can't seem to get a lock.. We might want to try one of your modified torpedoes, though

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
CNS: Turning it off is exactly what I had in mind... ::looks to the FCO:: FCO: Fire when ready, Mister K'Tracht.

CMO_Calahan says:
::leaves her work at the console, letting Julia come to treat the fever...and walks to the main console, slaving sensors to it for a moment::

CNS_Azhure says:
::Under breath::  Just not the way I was thinking.  ::shakes head and watches.::

CMO_Calahan says:
::frowns, furrowing her eyebrows and setting her cappuccino down on the top:: *XO*: No one on board that vessel is alive....and for that, the ship is not 'alive' either....::sounds puzzled::

CSO_Llewellyn says:
XO: I find nothing of note in these files. Is there something in particular you'd like me to look for?

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
::looks at the CNS:: *CMO*: No one is alive ... that's mean you are detecting bodies?

FCO_KTracht says:
XO : Aye sir... ::fires the torpedoes, with the best guess he can have on the location of the engines::

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
::shakes his head:: CSO: No Lieutenant ... just covering all our bases.

CNS_Azhure says:
::Looks up with a smile and then sits back in her chair::

CSO_Llewellyn says:
::nods at the XO::

CSO_Llewellyn says:
::goes back to looking at sensors::

CMO_Calahan says:
::rubs her temple with one hand:: *XO*: No, there are no bodies, no lifeforms, no indications of life whatsoever.

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
*CMO*: Any indications of recent occupancy?

CMO_Calahan says:
*XO*: None. It is as if it does not exist, and yet there it is....No biomatter, nothing at all Commander.

Host Cmdr_Keane says:
ACTION: The Europa fires two torpedoes - the first torpedo misses (barely), and travels off, detonating harmlessly. The second torpedo hits its target, making contact with the rear of the ship, detonating instantly. The ship is propelled forward by the explosion, spinning slightly from the concussion.

CSO_Llewellyn says:
XO: It could be preprogrammed or flying on remote... perhaps?

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
::scratching his chin:: *CMO*: Do we have any reason to believe that their is an atmosphere aboard that craft?

FCO_KTracht says:
XO : Looks like we got a hit, sir..

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
::with a raise of the hand:: FCO: Nice shooting Mister K'Tracht... ::to the Science Officer:: CSO: Now lets see if we can get a tractor beam locked on it..

CMO_Calahan says:
::drinks her cappuccino, approving a medication dosage for the fever-afflicted crewmember from the tanker...while sipping her cappuccino and answering the XO:: *XO*: I cannot tell from here...there could be, or the vessel could be completely hollow and nothing but a vast vacuum.

Host Cmdr_Keane says:
ACTION: The ship is damaged, moderately. Minor hull breach in the rear section, but force fields have automatically activated. Impulse engines, and warp engines, are offline.

FCO_KTracht says:
::moves the ship closer to the alien ship, prepping it for towing::

CSO_Llewellyn says:
::opens a new window, attempts to lock a tractor beam on the ship:: XO: Minor hull breach in the rear hull, interior force fields have activated... all engines are off line.

Host Cmdr_Keane says:
ACTION: Sensors are able to penetrate the hull where it is damaged - there is no atmosphere, no lifeforms, no bodies, no biosigns, not sign of life at all. Not even a bioneural gelpack. The technology appears very similar to Starfleet.

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
::grimaces:: *CMO*: Well I'll tell you what, Doctor. In one hour I'm going to beam you aboard that vessel alone. If you don't want to die from vacuum exposure I suggest you find some answers. Kiefaire`zar out.

CMO_Calahan says:
::rolls her eyes:: Self: Oh yeah...definitely liking this XO...::smirks as Julia catches her sarcastic comment and grins::

CSO_Llewellyn says:
::is surprised at the rest of her read out:: XO: New data on the unknown vessel....  ::is beginning to wonder about that Defiant approaching them:: It is very... similar to Starfleet technology.

CNS_Azhure says:
XO:  Someone is making 'clones' of our ships and technology?

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
::in surprise:: FCO: Find us a place to hide ... the magnetic pole of a moon perhaps. I want to get a better look at this ship, and I don't want the Aurora chasing us away.

FCO_KTracht says:
CSO : Well, that tractor coming online soon?

CSO_Llewellyn says:
XO: Additionally, there is no atmosphere inside, no bodies, no biosigns or life of any kind... however... the similarity between this ship... being very close to a defiant-class and the approaching modified defiant class... concerns me.

CMO_Calahan says:
::glances at a chronometer...okay, let's see....45 minutes to schedule the XO for a physical and finish her charting....awesome...::

CSO_Llewellyn says:
XO: Oh! ::looks at an additional calibration:: Locked on. Tractored in.

FCO_KTracht says:
::engages the impulse engines:: XO : The corona of the sun seems a good place to hide, sir..

FCO_KTracht says:
::turns back with a very serious face, after setting the ship on a direct course to the sun::

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
::nods:: FCO: Good idea ... but let's try not to fry our jowango eggs.

CNS_Azhure says:
::Wrinkles her nose, not liking jowango eggs in general.::

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
CNS: What's our weapons status like ... how long could we expect to hold out in a battle with the Aurora?

FCO_KTracht says:
::raises eyebrow:: XO : I was making a joke, sir... We would definitely fry, if we attempted that.. There's a demon class planet 45 minutes away…

FCO_KTracht says:
::switches course:: XO : You really thought I was being serious, sir?

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
::doesn't fully appreciate humor:: FCO: Try not to waste my time, Mister K'Tracht.

CNS_Azhure says:
::Looks at him carefully before responding::  XO:  That would depend.  According to Llewellyn, that ship has surprises we don't know about.

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
::nods:: CNS/CSO: Then let's try to find out...

CSO_Llewellyn says:
::nods in agreement:: XO: I do suggest we take a look at this ship... it may tell us what kind of surprises we have to look for.

Host XO_Kiefaire`zar says:
CSO; We will, Lieutenant...

FCO_KTracht says:
::grumphs something::

CNS_Azhure says:
FCO:  It’s not possible.

CNS_Azhure says:
::Blinks as she stands to join the CSO::

CSO_Llewellyn says:
XO: I might add... that even without modifications... a defiant class vessel is a match for us... even with our weapons pod.

FCO_KTracht says:
CNS : Not possible?

Host Cmdr_Keane says:
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