Host GillesL says:
Quiet on the set.... mission starting
Host GillesL says:
The USS Sharikahr has been ordered to abort her current mission and render assistance to the Romulan Vessel T'Hie. Current relations with the Romulans could use this kind of boost. A Federation ship rendering assistance to a Romulan vessel and crew would hold high honour with the current government.
Host GillesL says:
The USS Montreal has been assigned to relieve you at Daetilus III, you may proceed to the Neutral Zone immediately.
Host GillesL says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Begin Mission >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
CMO_Ahkileez says:
::Sitting in the XO's chair next to the captain, staring at the screen.::
FCO_LtJg_Haynes says:
::Sitting at the CONN after coming back from Medical relief.::
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::At science one, at ease and comfortable in his place::
OPS_Ens_Kain says:
::Sits at his station, readying what he needs to::
CTO_Lt_Telgar-Nash says:
:: standing at TAC one ::
FCO_LtJg_Haynes says:
::Extrapolating the fastest course to the designated coordinates.::
CNS_LtCmdr_Cephas says:
::sits at her station on the bridge::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::in his command chair, legs crossed, reviewing his orders before looking up:: OPS: Has Commander Maylen's team departed?
CNS_LtCmdr_Cephas says:
::begins work on her letter to the Romulans::
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::downloads a program he's working on to scan cloaked vessels to a padd::
OPS_Ens_Kain says:
CO: Yes, sir.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::wishes Desmond well, then straightens back in to work mode:: OPS: Very well.
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
CNS: I'd like you to look at this. It's a theory for scanning Romulan vessels. Now I know you're not the same kind of scientist as me, but what do you think of it? ::Hands her the padd::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
FCO: Helm, take us out of orbit, full impulse. Lay in course and engage Warp 8 as soon as we're clear of the well.
CTO_Lt_Telgar-Nash says:
:: hears the CSO talk to the CNS :: CSO:  Would you mind if I take a look at those too?
FCO_LtJg_Haynes says:
CO: Aye Aye.  ::Engages the course selected.::
CMO_Ahkileez says:
::Her fingers tap on her chair in a repetitive click.::
CNS_LtCmdr_Cephas says:
::takes it and looks at it, a bit surprised considering her lack of understanding on most things scientifically::  CSO: I will look at it.
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
CTO: Not at all
OPS_Ens_Kain says:
::Taps on his console, looking slightly confused... finds what he needs and feels the confusion pass::
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::::taps a few buttons on the tactical consol and bring the theory up, demonstrating the method for scanning cloaked vessels
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::looks around at his bridge crew, then back at the viewscreen:: All: I know none of you like leaving a job unfinished, and neither do I, but we're committed to this new mission. Put Daetilus-III behind you.
CMO_Ahkileez says:
::Responds::  Humph...
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::glances at his wife and lowers his voice:: CMO: What's eating you?
CTO_Lt_Telgar-Nash says:
:: begins to go over the theory ::
FCO_LtJg_Haynes says:
::As she feels the ship jump to its warp status, she checks the flight data to see the ETA.::
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
CTO: What do you think?
CNS_LtCmdr_Cephas says:
::reviews it and turns the PADD sideways to see if that helps her to understand it better::
CMO_Ahkileez says:
CO:  You know I hate things left unfinished.  Especially when I was looking forward to playing anthropologist.  Maybe I should join the science team.
CTO_Lt_Telgar-Nash says:
CSO:  Well, it looks feasible.  I'd suggest a few simulations run on it though.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::smiles and tilts his head:: CMO: Sorry. I need you here more.
CMO_Ahkileez says:
CO:  Sure you do, you just want to work me like a slave.  ::Her voice serious, there is humor in her eyes.::
CNS_LtCmdr_Cephas says:
::smiles none the less and offers the PADD back to him::  CSO: Looks good to me
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::smile widens:: CO: Captain's prerogative. ::glances towards the young man::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
OPS: Ensign Kain, how are we doing for engine efficiency? It's been awhile since we've traveled at high warp.
CMO_Ahkileez says:
::Responds again::  Humph...
CTO_Lt_Telgar-Nash says:
:: hears the words "Captain's prerogative"  and smiles. ::
OPS_Ens_Kain says:
::Brings up the diagnostic:: CO: Running at about 92%... not incredibly high, but that's to be expected.
Host GillesL says:
ACTION: The CO's chair squeaks as he moves.
FCO_LtJg_Haynes says:
::Sees the ETA of 6 hours at current speed, and sets it to acknowledge when they are within 15 minutes.::
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
CTO: Couldn't hurt. I’ve already run preliminaries
FCO_LtJg_Haynes says:
CO: Captain, we are 6 hours away at current speed and it sounds like your chair could use some WD-40.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::glances down at the squeak and turns it experimentally:: Self: Sigh, this is a new chair too. ::looks back up:: OPS: I'd like that up to ninety-five. We can take a lot of the ventral orbital penetration sensors offline for now.
CMO_Ahkileez says:
::Looks over at her husband wondering if she needed to alter his diet or engineering was not doing their job.::
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
:: Takes the padd from Keely:: CNS: I take it you found it illuminating ::knowing smile::
CTO_Lt_Telgar-Nash says:
CSO:  I'd be interested in your results.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::smiles at Amber's comment:: FCO: Captains used to stand their whole watch on the bridge of their ships. Maybe it's a sign I'm supposed to go back to that. I'll get a tech to look at it later.
CNS_LtCmdr_Cephas says:
::chuckles and smiles at him before going back to her work::
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
CTO: I'll send the results to your consol as they come in if you like
FCO_LtJg_Haynes says:
CO: Ya know sir, it was said that during the Dominion War the Dominion ships did not have any chairs on their bridges.
OPS_Ens_Kain says:
::Does as the captain requested and sends a memo to engineering:: CO: They're working on it, sir.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
FCO: That's probably why we beat them. ::smiles again and reaches his long arm over the side of his chair to a small storage compartment::
CTO_Lt_Telgar-Nash says:
CSO:  Thank you.
CMO_Ahkileez says:
::Getting a call, listens quietly::  CO:  My team is starting to take supplies down to the transporter.  They should have everything in order within the hour since it is not a rush.  I also have them working on various meds more geared to the Romulan physiology.  Those should be ready also within the hour.
Host GillesL says:
<EO_Thumbs> *OPS*: We'll send up en engineer right away.
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::begins programming away on automated batch transfers on the cloaked vessel scanning theory::
FCO_LtJg_Haynes says:
CO: Aye, they were too tired to stand and fight when it was time so they fell down.  ::Smiles.::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
OPS: Acknowledged. ::digs in the small compartment and then straightens, looking back toward the doc::
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
:::hits the go button on the simulator::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CMO: That should do. You're going to need this too. ::offers her a small black box::
Host GillesL says:
ACTION: The simulation is inconclusive. Insufficient data.
CMO_Ahkileez says:
::Takes the box curiously::  CO:  Rations again?  You trying to get out of dinner tonight?
FCO_LtJg_Haynes says:
CO: Captain, a question if I may?  ::Leaving the ship on auto pilot, swivels her chair toward him.::
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::troubled:: CTO: It was inconclusive....
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CMO: Hold that thought. And the box, for the moment.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::Turns back to Haynes:: FCO: Yes?
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
CTO: Look here:: highlights the results on both terminals:: And here.....
CMO_Ahkileez says:
::Raising an eyebrow, curiously turns the box over, looking for any markings of identification.::
FCO_LtJg_Haynes says:
CO: Any idea what we are going to run into or what really is going on in the DMZ?
CTO_Lt_Telgar-Nash says:
:: nods :: CSO:  I see.......hmmmm.....
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
CTO: I think it's impossible to test, other that on actual cloaked vessels
CNS_LtCmdr_Cephas says:
::looks over at the CMO and the box she is holding::
CTO_Lt_Telgar-Nash says:
CSO:  Well, I say we give it a try when we get the chance.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
FCO: The Romulans don't make a point of informing us of their activities on their side of the border. As for what they were doing in the neutral zone, it's anyone's guess. As far as we're concerned right now, they're just another ship asking for help.
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::nods:: CTO: Most certainly
CMO_Ahkileez says:
::Not finding anything, is tempted to rattle it but pauses as she is reminded that is exactly what the triplets would do.::
CMO_Ahkileez says:
::Feeling a pair of eyes, looks sheepishly at the counselor.::
CTO_Lt_Telgar-Nash says:
:: continues to wonder about a Vulcan who smiles ::
CNS_LtCmdr_Cephas says:
::smiles and goes back to working on their introduction::
FCO_LtJg_Haynes says:
CO: I just hope this isn't some kind of trap by the Rommies to start another war.
CMO_Ahkileez says:
CNS:  Sometimes I think he does it on purpose.
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::overhears:: CO: It is unusual for the Romulans to ask for help
Host GillesL says:
<EO_Thumbs> ::enters the bridge:: OPS: Ok... whose stupid chair is broke?
FCO_LtJg_Haynes says:
::Nods in agreement to the CSO's comment.::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CSO/FCO: I don't think we have to worry about that just yet. The fact that they've asked for help suggests as much. They're big on pride and saving face, those Romulans. Not at all like us Vulcans.
CTO_Lt_Telgar-Nash says:
CO:  It is in my nature to be suspicious Sir.  I do not trust them and I am making contingency plans in the event this is a trap.
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::beams:: CO: Of course Sir
CMO_Ahkileez says:
::Coughs as she holds back a cough at the captain’s comment.::
CMO_Ahkileez says:
<Holds back a laugh>
CNS_LtCmdr_Cephas says:
::chuckles at the CMO::
CMO_Ahkileez says:
::Getting back her breath, sits back in her chair a smile hovering upon her lips.::
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
CO: Looks like the scanning for cloaked vessels will be a trail by fire, we have no way of simulating it well enough to test it.
FCO_LtJg_Haynes says:
All: Ah well just the same, we should be prepared.  I heard a comment about dinner.  Shall we order some pizzas from the Mess?
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CSO/CTO: Precautions only, Lieutenant. ::lets a tinge of warning enter his voice:: As long as we're prepared, we should be fine. If luck holds, we won't need it.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::turns his attention back to Kela:: CMO: But you're going to need that. ::points to her box:: You can open it now.
FCO_LtJg_Haynes says:
::Now that she has her appetite back, she's got cravings for everything.::
CMO_Ahkileez says:
::Taps the opening mechanism and peers inside.::
CNS_LtCmdr_Cephas says:
::thinks a seminar on trust should be held at their next staff meeting::
CTO_Lt_Telgar-Nash says:
CO:  Naturally Sir, only precautions.  My motto is 'prepare for the worst and hope for the best'.
FCO_LtJg_Haynes says:
CTO: More like, "I always hope for the best, but experience unfortunately has taught me to expect the worst."
OPS_Ens_Kain says:
::Motions to the Captain's chair with an eye looking towards the EO::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::plucks the small black pip from inside and carefully places it next to the twin golds already on her collar:: Congratulations, Lieutenant Commander.
CTO_Lt_Telgar-Nash says:
FCO:  Such a negative attitude Lt, will get you sent to the Counselors office.  :: smiles ::
CNS_LtCmdr_Cephas says:
::smiles at the doc::  CMO: Congratulations Commander.
Host GillesL says:
<EO_Thumbs> ::eyes Kain:: OPS: Huh?  Who has a squeak?
CNS_LtCmdr_Cephas says:
::turns and chuckles at the CTO::
CMO_Ahkileez says:
::Blinks then shakes her head with a smile as slow understanding comes to her.::  CO:  And here I thought I was getting out of dinner.
OPS_Ens_Kain says:
EO: The captain's. ::points::
FCO_LtJg_Haynes says:
CTO: Not negative Lt, just realistic.
CMO_Ahkileez says:
CNS:  Thanks I think.  He probably just wants to pass on some more work.
Host GillesL says:
<EO-Thumbs> ::frowns:: OPS: Oh....
OPS_Ens_Kain says:
::Grins at the EO::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::spots the tech and gets up, standing in front of Kela's chair:: CMO: You've more than earned it, and if you're going to be rubbing elbows with Romulan legionnaires and sub-commanders, you need to be an equal.
CTO_Lt_Telgar-Nash says:
FCO:  Oh so your a realist.  I've heard about those, the glass isn't half full, it isn't half empty, it's just another dish you have to pick up and recycle.
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
CMO: Congratulations commander
CMO_Ahkileez says:
CNS:  See?  I was correct... more work
Host GillesL says:
<EO_Thumbs> ::exhales and looks down at the chair::
CMO_Ahkileez says:
~~~~CO:  Thank you... I think~~~~  ::Smiles::
CMO_Ahkileez says:
CSO:  Thank you.
CNS_LtCmdr_Cephas says:
::chuckles again::
FCO_LtJg_Haynes says:
CTO: It has something in it.  At least it’s something to work with.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::smiles;: ~~~CMO: You're welcome, I'm certain.~~~
CMO_Ahkileez says:
::Slips the box between her chair, planning on using it later.::
CTO_Lt_Telgar-Nash says:
:: notices the conversation between the CMO and CO :: CMO:  Congratulations Ma'am.
CMO_Ahkileez says:
::Looks at her husband with a promise of later in her eyes.::
CMO_Ahkileez says:
::Hearing the CTO, turns to her.:: CTO:  Thank you.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::straightens and raises his voice a little:: All: Your new Lieutenant Commander should make a speech, don't you agree?
OPS_Ens_Kain says:
::Gives a polite clap and smiles::
CMO_Ahkileez says:
All:  Ah yes... we have a new couch, just shy the captains length for a bed.
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::awkwardly claps::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CMO: That wasn't the speech I had in mind. Your crewmates are happy for you. You've earned this promotion. Live it up.
CMO_Ahkileez says:
::Growls at him.::
CTO_Lt_Telgar-Nash says:
:: Smiles at the Captain :: CO:  Whatever you say Sir.
OPS_Ens_Kain says:
::Clears his face of emotions and sits down, staring at his console, leaving the Captain on his own on this one::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::spots the look on her face:: All: Maybe she'll feel up to it later. Resume duties. We still have some Romulans to help.
CMO_Ahkileez says:
::Shakes her head, thinking revenge would be sweet later.::
Host GillesL says:
ACTION: The D'Deridex-Class Warbird comes into sensor range. Its impulse engine output has been augmented as it is running at full impulse, heading directly at the Neutral Zone. It is running with all shields down.
FCO_LtJg_Haynes says:
::Her console beeps letting her know they are approaching.::
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
:;turns back to his consol and begins programming a new batch of simulations, throwing in some new variables::
FCO_LtJg_Haynes says:
CO: Sir we are almost there.
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::runs the program again::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::back in his command chair:: All: Game faces, ladies and gentlemen. Let’s meet the neighbors.
CMO_Ahkileez says:
::Stands up and walks over to science::  CSO:  Can you get a clear sensor reading on the ships life forms?
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
OPS: Open a channel to the T'Hie and put her onscreen.
CTO_Lt_Telgar-Nash says:
:: begins to monitor tactical sensors ::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::looks over to his left:: CNS: Are you ready?
OPS_Ens_Kain says:
::Taps on his console:: CO: Channel open, sir.
OPS_Ens_Kain says:
::Also puts the warbird on screen::
CNS_LtCmdr_Cephas says:
::sends the final copy of the letter to OPS::  CO: It should be ready in a moment sir.
Host GillesL says:
ACTION: Another Romulan vessel decloaks behind the T'Hie and opens fire.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CNS: All right.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CTO/CSO: Begin your... what the hell?
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CTO: Red Alert, raise shields!
OPS_Ens_Kain says:
::Sees the fire and braces himself against his console.. knowing the shields aren't up::
CNS_LtCmdr_Cephas says:
::nods but looks up at the screen at the CO's voice::
CTO_Lt_Telgar-Nash says:
:: automatically raises shields and brings the ship to red alert ::
Host GillesL says:
ACTION: The other vessel fires on the T'Hie.
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
CO: Incoming...
FCO_LtJg_Haynes says:
::Starts evasive maneuvers.::
FCO_LtJg_Haynes says:
CO: Sir where do you want us?
OPS_Ens_Kain says:
Self: What the... ::Prepares to hail the other vessel::
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::scans the area::
CMO_Ahkileez says:
::Hits her comm. badge::  Sickbay, prepare for incoming.
CTO_Lt_Telgar-Nash says:
CO:  Sir, if we are to protect that ship, we will have to get close enough for me to extend our shields.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::eyes narrow:: FCO: Back us off, but I want to keep a good eye on this. Give us some leg room.
Host GillesL says:
ACTION: The T'Hie's shields remain down as the new vessel pounds the unshielded vessel with disruptor fire.
CNS_LtCmdr_Cephas says:
CO: Captain, perhaps we should hail the new ship.
OPS_Ens_Kain says:
::Feels his eyes dart around the bridge... wondering why no one was doing anything::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
OPS: Hail the other Warbird!
FCO_LtJg_Haynes says:
CO: How far back do you want to be we are already 5000Kms?
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::nods:: CNS: Already on it.
OPS_Ens_Kain says:
CO: Already ready sir. ::Presses a button and the hail is sent::
FCO_LtJg_Haynes says:
::Knows that her movements of the ship could start an interstellar war or prevent one.  She hopes for the later.::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
COM Warbird: Attacking Warbird, this is the Starfleet vessel, Sharikahr. We were summoned to render aid to the T'Hie and demand that you cease firing on that ship immediately.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
Self: What the hell are they doing?
Host GillesL says:
ACTION: The T'Hie and the unknown vessel cross over the border and enter Federation space. Both ships go past the Sharikahr.
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::scans the warbirds again::
CNS_LtCmdr_Cephas says:
CO: It could be an internal matter
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::jerks his thumb around:: FCO: Follow them.
CTO_Lt_Telgar-Nash says:
:: has shields ready to extend and weapons hot ::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CTO: Load forward torpedo tubes and arm torpedoes. Ready phasers.
OPS_Ens_Kain says:
::Watches the viewscreen with a stunned awe, wondering what the hell is going on::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CSO: Keep scanning for additional vessels.
CTO_Lt_Telgar-Nash says:
CO:  Weapons are ready
FCO_LtJg_Haynes says:
::Sees the ships pass them by.:: CO: Aye, Aye.  Pursuit course now.:: ::Follows them.::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
OPS: Discretionary power to shields.
Host GillesL says:
ACTION: The T'Hie explodes leaving the new vessel alone with the Sharikahr.
CMO_Ahkileez says:
::Her eyes open wide::  What the...
OPS_Ens_Kain says:
::Taps on his power and redirects the power:: CO: Done... ::Continues to watch the viewscreen::
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
CO: Running continuous scans
OPS_Ens_Kain says:
::Braces as the T'Hie explodes::
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::watches the light show on screen::
CTO_Lt_Telgar-Nash says:
:: curses in Klingon ::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
COM Warbird: Attacking Warbird, you have just violated Federation space, stand to and lower your shields and deactivate your weapons or we shall be forced to engage.
FCO_LtJg_Haynes says:
::Rolls the Sharikahr to get around the explosion site and come around near the other warbird.::
CMO_Ahkileez says:
::Glances over at the CTO, empathizing.::
CNS_LtCmdr_Cephas says:
::sits looking stunned at the view screen::
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
CO: Captain: All of those people on the T'Hie.....
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
CO: No survivors
CNS_LtCmdr_Cephas says:
::nods as Woody expresses her same thoughts::
CMO_Ahkileez says:
::Lays a hand on the CSO's shoulder::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::jaw tight:: CSO: We can't do anything for them now.
Host Commander_S`Tarleya says:
ACTION: The new vessel halts all movement and comes face to face with the Sharikahr.
FCO_LtJg_Haynes says:
CTO: LT, I got a strange feeling about this.  I sure hope we're recording everything about our systems activities.
CMO_Ahkileez says:
::Quietly turns and hits her comm. badge, informing her team of the change in situation.::
OPS_Ens_Kain says:
::Holds his breath and sits stunned::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::stares down the looming avian visage of the Romulan ship:: CTO: Are their shields and weapons offline?
Host Commander_S`Tarleya says:
ACTION: Incoming hail from the new vessel Rom-ID: Pennon.
FCO_LtJg_Haynes says:
::Hands shaking over the controls, holds the Sharikahr steady in front of the Warbird.::
CTO_Lt_Telgar-Nash says:
FCO:  I know that we haven't fired a shot yet.
OPS_Ens_Kain says:
::Listens to his console beep a few times before realizing it:: CO: Incoming hail... sir...
CSO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::turns in disgust away from the screen, not wanting to see the monsters::
FCO_LtJg_Haynes says:
CTO: Best document that to high heaven, we may need it later on.
CTO_Lt_Telgar-Nash says:
:: looks at her console :: CO:  Their shields are up and weapons hot Sir.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::nods at Nash and then at Kain:: OPS: Put them on.
FCO_LtJg_Haynes says:
CTO: So Lt, what do you think of my theory now?
OPS_Ens_Kain says:
::Taps a few buttons and finally finds the right one, putting the hail onscreen::
CTO_Lt_Telgar-Nash says:
FCO:  I still think it's negative.
Host Commander_S`Tarleya says:
ACTION: A Romulan female commander appears on the viewscreen.
Host Commander_S`Tarleya says:
@COM: Sharikahr: I am S'Tarleya... former Commander of the T'Hie.... may we meet? It is  a matter of most urgency.
Host Commander_S`Tarleya says:
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