Host Susan says:
The Station's crew has regained control of the station.  However, before that occurred, six ships appeared and began towing the station toward the arachnid nebula.  Now that control has been regained, the crew used a feedback loop to break the hold of the tractor beams.  The station then attempted to communicate with the vessels.  When this failed, Arcadia fired on the vessels.  The ships have suffered damage to their shields, propulsion, life support as well as less essential systems.  Tactical teams are still trying to locate the remaining Cylopians and secure them in the brig.
Host Susan says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Resume Mission >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
OPS_Walker says:
::gritting teeth as the pain meds take effect and trying not to jar his arm::
CIV_Bodine says:
:: looks at the tactical readings and frowns :: CO: Captain, several shots hit, the unkown fleet took some damage but none of them have moved, or fired back.
CO_Regnum says:
CIV: Cease firing
SO_Miller says:
::Scanning the enemy ships::
OPS_Walker says:
SO:  We need some way of telling these beings from the rest of us.  I'm tying in Medical scanners to the internal sensors.  ::hits a switch and ignores the pain in his arm::
CIV_Bodine says:
CO: My thoughts exactly ... :: ceases fire ::
FCO_Jankara says:
::continues checking the placement of the ships::
CO_Regnum says:
OPS: Reopen a channel to the armada.
Host Z says:
<Sec Traym> ::moves into the brig area and notes the 4 persons that have been secured there::
OPS_Walker says:
CO:   Aye, Captain.  ::reopens channel::  Channel open.  ::smirks::
CO_Regnum says:
COM: Armada: This is Captain Victor Regnum to the fleet of ships attempting to capture Arcadia Station. You must cease your attempt to capture this station or it will be considered an act of war. Please respond to this message.
Host Z says:
::stares at Doole:: ~~~~You must stop~~~~
SO_Miller says:
OPS: Aye sir.  ::Adjusting the sensors:
CIV_Bodine says:
:: opens a inter-ship channel to Lt. Doole :: *TO*: How's your man hunt coming along Lieutenant?
OPS_Walker says:
::makes full medical scan with brig internal sensors of the being secured in the brig cell and starts to run comparison with regular Vulcan physiology::
TO_MJDoole says:
~~~~Z: Stop what?~~~~
Host Z says:
<Sec Traym> *Bridge* Brig to Bridge...um, I think you made a mistake  ::looks at the cells curiously::
OPS_Walker says:
SO:  I'm working on trying to get something definitive from our visitor in the brig.  I'm patching through the data to you.  ::winces as he moves his arm::
TO_MJDoole says:
*CIV*: I have my hands full at the moment. What do you need?
Host Z says:
~~~~Thank you, it has stopped~~~~
FCO_Jankara says:
::taps in a quick note "How are you feeling?" to the OPS console then continues her work::
OPS_Walker says:
*SEC*:  Repeat that transmission, Traym?
TO_MJDoole says:
~~~~Z: What has stopped?~~~~
Host Z says:
ACTION:  The two intruders that Doole have hold of begin changing in appearance.  Doole now finds himself face to face with two copies of himself.
OPS_Walker says:
::taps FCO back: "Like I was used as a club :)"::
SO_Miller says:
OPS: Receiving the data sir.
Host Z says:
~~~~TO: The shooting~~~~
OPS_Walker says:
*SEC*:  Mistake, you said?  What mistake?
CIV_Bodine says:
*TO*: Full with what Lieutenant? :: he says in a much shorter tone now quite curious with the Lieutenant is busy doing .. ::
FCO_Jankara says:
::makes certain the thrusters are at station keeping:: OPS: I can be an extra set of hands if you need it Lieutenant.
TO_MJDoole says:
::watches the transformation:: Self: Ohhhh...Blitznak.
SO_Miller says:
OPS: I try and run a comparison sir
Host Z says:
<Sec Traym>::repeats the message *Operations* um, I think you made a mistake  ::looks at the cells curiously:: ... Walker?  Is that you?
OPS_Walker says:
FCO:  ::smiles and grits teeth::  I'll be okay.  But I promise not to get used as a bat again.
Host Z says:
<Sec Traym> *OPS* How can you be there when I'm looking directly at you?
CIV_Bodine says:
:: looks over at walker :: OPS: Mr. Walker, everything alright?
TO_MJDoole says:
*CIV*: Intruders. One in each fist. But we have a problem.
OPS_Walker says:
*SEC*:  This is Walker here, I'm in Operations, Traym.  What do you see down there?
FCO_Jankara says:
OPS: You'd better not. ::hears the Security comm::  Looking at you?
Host Z says:
ACTION:  Still no response from the ships.
OPS_Walker says:
CIV:  I'm hanging in, Lieutenant.  Thanks.  ::smiles and looks up quickly::
CO_Regnum says:
OPS: Lieutenant, are they receiving our message?
TO_MJDoole says:
*CIV*: That's what I got my hands full with. And stop the shooting. Now!
Host Z says:
<Sec Traym> *OPS* I see 3 Vulcans, that look pretty much the same...then I see you.
OPS_Walker says:
*SEC*:  Understood.  ::a thought dawns on him::  Do NOT release the copy of me you see there.
CIV_Bodine says:
:: thinks the entire Security staff has lost it :: CO: Doole and the Security teams down in the brig are reporting some strange activity Doole seems to indicate someone is shooting at him ...
OPS_Walker says:
CO:  Sir, I can confirm they are receiving, but there is no response.
Host Z says:
<Sec Traym> *OPS* No sir, he'll stay where he is.
FCO_Jankara says:
OPS: Have we done any kind of scan on those in the brig?
CO_Regnum says:
OPS: Any indication that they do not understand me?
OPS_Walker says:
*SEC*:  Attaboy.  Operations out.
CIV_Bodine says:
*TO*: Who is shooting at you?
OPS_Walker says:
CO:  No way to tell, sir.
Host Z says:
~~~~TO: Why are you keeping me here?~~~~
OPS_Walker says:
FCO:  A very detailed one.  SO:  Have you got a medical tricorder or is there one here in Operations?
CIV_Bodine says:
:: checks to be sure he still has a phaser in his pocket ::
Host Z says:
ACTION:  The Cylopia begins to return to the station.
OPS_Walker says:
SO:  We need a full and fresh medical scan of me.  Then we need to compare the detailed scan of me, and I'll have the broken arm, with the guy in the brig that doesn't have a broken arm.
OPS_Walker says:
CO:  Sir, They're coming back...
SO_Miller says:
OPS: The readings I just took from the entity in the brig match your records sir. ::Wondering if they may have the wrong person in the brig::
CO_Regnum says:
FCO: Deny them docking.
FCO_Jankara says:
OPS: Doctor Snow just took a full scan when she checked your injuries.  I'm sure she can send it back up here.
OPS_Walker says:
FCO:  Good thinking.  But the "me" in the brig shouldn't have a broken arm.
Host Z says:
::begins kicking and thrashing to get free::
SO_Miller says:
OPS: There is a medical tricorder in ops in an emergency med kit sir.
FCO_Jankara says:
::suddenly has the overwhelming urge to say "obviously" to the CO but only nods:: CO: Aye Sir.
FCO_Jankara says:
::suppresses her emotions a bit and focuses back on her work::
FCO_Jankara says:
OPS: True, but the Doctor could go do a full scan and send the results up here.
CIV_Bodine says:
*TO*: Report! .. :: waits a moment for a reply then adds in :: We think the Cylopians are trying to clone us off. Don't trust anyone. I say again who is firing on you?
OPS_Walker says:
::sighs heavily::  SO:  Okay, get it and run the scan on me, as detailed as possible, then compare on the detailed scan of the guy in the brig that looks like me.  There has to be a difference.
OPS_Walker says:
::feels arm throb::
TO_MJDoole says:
*CIV*: No one is shooting at me. Whatever shooting your doing up there has to stop.
CO_Regnum says:
::hears the com aimed at the CIV:: *TO* The firing has stopped Lieutenant, but can you give us a reason, are you able to communicate with the Cylopians?
CIV_Bodine says:
*TO*: You mean at the Armada? We did stop, but why are you worried about it?
TO_MJDoole says:
~~~~Z: I hold you here because I want answers. Why do you want the station?~~~~
SO_Miller says:
OPS: Aye sir. ::Going to retrieve the tricorder::
CIV_Bodine says:
:: looks at the Captain apologetically ::
FCO_Jankara says:
::sends her pilots to the docking port to make visual inspection that everything is locked down::
TO_MJDoole says:
*CIV*: No. I cannot give you a reason yet and yes I can communicate with the Cylopians.
CIV_Bodine says:
CO: Wonder what's up with Doole...
SO_Miller says:
OPS: Starting scan sir. ::Commences with the most detailed scan possible::
CO_Regnum says:
CIV: I wonder the same thing Lieutenant.
FCO_Jankara says:
Self: ::whispers:: Must not trust a woman's scan. ::shakes her head and glares at the guys out of the corner of her eye::
CO_Regnum says:
*TO*: How are you able to communicate with them Lieutenant?
CIV_Bodine says:
CO: Should I take a team to his location personally sir? Maybe he should no be alone?
Host Z says:
~~~~TO: To protect us~~~~
OPS_Walker says:
SO:  Good.  I'm feeding the results of your scan into the main computer and running an atom-by-atom comparison.  There has to be something other than the guy in the Brig doesn't have a broken arm.
TO_MJDoole says:
*CO*: Telepathically.
CO_Regnum says:
CIV: Agreed, but send a team but remain here, I need someone here at tactical in case they show any more aggressive actions.
TO_MJDoole says:
~~~~Z: To protect you? From who or what and why?~~~~
CO_Regnum says:
*TO*: Is there something particular in the method of telepathy, I have not been able to communicate with them and my prowess is just as strong as yours.
OPS_Walker says:
FCO:  ::whispers::  It's not that, Jaina.  For my sake they need to have one they KNOW they took from me or I might join that thing in the brig.  ::sweats::
Host Z says:
ACTION: Z's eyes roll back into his head and he screams in agony before crumpling into a heap at Doole's feet.
CIV_Bodine says:
:: he quickly checks the security rosters and sees that team Theta has yet to be called upon by the TO John sends emergency orders to the team commander that he is to observe the TO and report finding directly to OPS ::
OPS_Walker says:
Computer:  Compare the scan that the Science Officer is taking of me with the detailed scan I just took of the individual in brig cell 3.
TO_MJDoole says:
*CO*: Yes, It is. But you're not touching them are you. Don't send any of my security teams to my location. I will deal with this myself. I can't offer an explanation.  You're just going to have to trust me.
SO_Miller says:
OPS: The scan revealed that the brig "Walker" Does not have a broken bone and shows signs of reptilian DNA sir. By the way sir I am glad you are really you sir. ::Smiles at OPS::
TO_MJDoole says:
*CO: And Captain...don't touch them. That's how they clone.
OPS_Walker says:
SO:  ::chuckles:: So am I, Mister Miller.  Refine the scan for reptilian DNA like this and see what internal sensors show us.  Maybe we just got lucky.
TO_MJDoole says:
::lets go of Z and scans him::
SO_Miller says:
OPS: Aye sir, refine scan. ::Adjusts the sensors for a refined retile DNA search and begins scanning the station::
CIV_Bodine says:
*Sec_THETA*: Avoid physical contact at all costs and make sure your weapons are on stun, don't fire unless threatened. The Captain needs your eyes for now tell us what's going on when you get into position.
CIV_Bodine says:
CO: Security team Theta is in route to Doole sir.
TO_MJDoole says:
::finishes scan:: *CO*: One of the Cylopians is dead. ~~~Other Cylopian: What happened?~~~~
Host M says:
ACTION:  The refined scans detect 177 beings with reptilian DNA aboard the station.
OPS_Walker says:
CO:  Uh oh.  Sir, you better look at this...
CIV_Bodine says:
:: checks the armada status again ::
OPS_Walker says:
CO:  Sir, I think we better go to emergency containment procedures and start lowering disaster bulkheads.
SO_Miller says:
OPS: Oh no, that's a whole lot a lizards sir!
CO_Regnum says:
::walks over to the ops console and looks at the information:: OPS: Well that's not good. However, some of the residents of this station are reptilian, can we confirm that all 177 of these are Cylopian?
FCO_Jankara says:
::looks at Johnny with a "whatever" expression then wonders what Doctor Snow will say when she finds non-medical personnel have tapped into the medical database to complete the comparison of the two Walkers::
Host M says:
::looks frightened:: ~~~TO: No, let me go.~~~ ::tries to pull away::
OPS_Walker says:
CO:  Working on that.  SO:  Exclude known reptilian species from that scan.  CO:  See, the problem is if we do that, what if these reptilians have changed into those reptilians?
TO_MJDoole says:
::lets go of him::
SO_Miller says:
OPS: Aye sir. ::Makes the adjustments for known station species::
CO_Regnum says:
OPS: I understand the problems Lieutenant, but there must be a way to better identify these.
OPS_Walker says:
CO:  Well, that gives us 64 of them.  Checking locations on them all...
CIV_Bodine says:
<Sec_Theta> :: Security team theta moves into place surrounding the Section Doole is in with the Cylopians ::
OPS_Walker says:
CO:  Well, we did scan for a pretty precise DNA pattern...
SO_Miller says:
OPS: That narrowed it down to sixty-four sir.
FCO_Jankara says:
::opens her mouth to say something then realizes everyone else is ahead of her::
TO_MJDoole says:
~~~Cylopian: Don’t go anywhere. You're fast, but you're not that fast. Now what happened to him.~~~
TO_MJDoole says:
Sec_Theta: I said no one was to come here. Now go back to your posts.
CIV_Bodine says:
<Theta_CO> ::lowers his voice :: *CIV*: We're in place sir.
Host M says:
::screams in terror:: ~~~TO: No, I can't.~~~
OPS_Walker says:
CO:  Sir, I can lock down the areas away from the Promenade.  I might suggest a careful use of the transporters to put the rest into an outer-ring cargo-bay.
TO_MJDoole says:
Theta_CO: I said go back to your previous posts.
CIV_Bodine says:
*Sec_Theta*: What do you see?
CO_Regnum says:
OPS: can we be certain that all 64 of these are Cylopian?
TO_MJDoole says:
~~~~Cylopian: Easy...Easy...No one is going to hurt you?
Host M says:
ACTION:  The body at Doole's feet slowly begins to change form.
OPS_Walker says:
::runs detailed scans of all the known and locked down Cylopians::
FCO_Jankara says:
::wonders why she can't seem to concentrate, then wipes her eyes hoping it will help somehow::
OPS_Walker says:
CO:  Sir, our scan base gets better with every one scanned, but this might take a bit of time.
TO_MJDoole says:
Theta_CO: Get out of here. NOW! That's an order!
Host M says:
::shakes his head frantically, begins having trouble breathing::
CIV_Bodine says:
<Theta_CO> TO: Sorry Sir, but we're hear on Orders from Lt. Bodine who says the CO wants more details on what's going on here. I assure you we are here to observe.
Host M says:
ACTION:  The Cylopia takes up orbit outside the station.  Visual communications open up and 4 Vulcans can be seen on screen.
CO_Regnum says:
::notices the Vulcans on screen:: Self: Finally...
OPS_Walker says:
CIV:  See if they can scan anyone in the area including Doole.  It will help us if they're eyes-on-target.
TO_MJDoole says:
~~~Cylopian: It's alright. No one will hurt you.~~~~
TO_MJDoole says:
Theta_CO: And your presence is hurting this Cylopian. Now Get out of here!
Host M says:
ACTION:  One of the four Vulcans steps forward and reaches toward the screen.  No sound can be heard.
TO_MJDoole says:
*CO: I thought I requested that no one come down here.
CIV_Bodine says:
<Theta_CO>*CIV* The aliens seemed to panic at the sight of us one of them appeared to be having seizures...
CIV_Bodine says:
*Theta_CO*: Okay back off a bit but not so far that you can't see things.
OPS_Walker says:
CO:  Sir, I think I've got a species DNA profile the scanners can use.  ::feeds it to the internal sensors::
Host M says:
::screams again and grabs for the other security officer::
TO_MJDoole says:
*CO*: The mere presence of Theta Team is causing major problems with the Cylopians. Now if you want answers. I need them out of here.
OPS_Walker says:
CO:  Is it possible they can't speak?  ::wonders aloud as he stares at the screen briefly::
CO_Regnum says:
COM: Cylopia: Cylopia, do you understand us..
TO_MJDoole says:
::carefully releases the security officer from the grip of the Cylopian::
TO_MJDoole says:
~~~Cylopian: Do you have a name?~~~
CO_Regnum says:
OPS: I find that likely, the Cylopian on the screen appears to be trying but un able to speak.
CIV_Bodine says:
<Sec_Officer> :: tries jump out of the way remembers what the CIV said about contact He almost shoots M but starts walking backward and away instead ::
OPS_Walker says:
Computer:   Project environmental requirements for species profile Cylopian and display on my terminal.
Host M says:
ACTION:  The lead Vulcan reaches out again, but does not otherwise answer the Captain.
OPS_Walker says:
CO:  Telepaths then.  And we took their communications away with the drugs.  ::thinking::
FCO_Jankara says:
CO: The TO seems to understand them.  Perhaps they are telepathic Sir.  After all, that would explain why some were hearing voices earlier.  Those of us with telepathic ability may have subconsciously tuned them out as mere background noise.
CO_Regnum says:
OPS: Try sending them a message textually, see if they can answer that way.
OPS_Walker says:
CO:  Aye, Sir.  Voice-to-text initiated, sending in universal lingual-code.
OPS_Walker says:
CO:  Speak normally, and your words will become text under your image.
SO_Miller says:
CO: Sir, my scan of the vessels reveal that they consist of primarily Vulcan DNA yet Cylopian DNA is present in high levels aboard all the vessels.
CIV_Bodine says:
CO: Sir, you should be aware that ship out there is very close to our hull. We're in a possibly bad spot here if they where to self-destruct or something.
CO_Regnum says:
CIV: Cylopia: Arcadia to Cylopia, are you capable of communicating by typing a message to us?
FCO_Jankara says:
::slides down in her seat realizing that she's one step behind yet again::
Host M says:
 ~~~TO: I am called Mtaorkroriael, ~~~
CIV_Bodine says:
CO: The security team has backed off a ways but they still have the deck and section cornered off sir.
CO_Regnum says:
FCO: Can you try and keep us at a safe distance from the Cylopia?
TO_MJDoole says:
~~~Mtaorkroriael: Kinda long. Mind if I call you M for short?~~~
TO_MJDoole says:
~~~~M: My name is MJ~~~
Host M says:
~~~TO: M.~~~
FCO_Jankara says:
CO: We only have minor thrusters Sir.  I can't do much by way of moving us but I will try.
OPS_Walker says:
CO:  I can tell you that they are all right in our environmental settings.  That's what the DNA profile tells us now.
Host M says:
ACTION:  OPS receives a one-word response.  "Yes."
FCO_Jankara says:
::activates the thrusters in an attempt to move the station away from the ship.
OPS_Walker says:
CO:  Affirmative, sir.  They are capable.
CO_Regnum says:
COM: Cylopia: Can you tell us what it is you want?
OPS_Walker says:
::feels the arm deadening as the pain meds kick in::
Host M says:
~~~TO: MJ~~~ ::looks dazed::
TO_MJDoole says:
~~~M: Can you tell me who or what you need protection from?~~~
CIV_Bodine says:
OPS: Is it always this strange around here?
Host M says:
<Cylopia> ::in text:: COM: Arcadia: We seek a place of refuge.  We seek help.
CO_Regnum says:
COM: Cylopia: What or who do you need refuge from?
OPS_Walker says:
CIV:  No, Lieutenant.  This is pretty mild.  ::chuckles::  Call me Johnny.
TO_MJDoole says:
*CO*: It seems that they need our protection. I'm still trying to find out from who or what.
Host M says:
::slowly:: ~~~TO: The lights~~~
CO_Regnum says:
*TO*: We have determined the same.
OPS_Walker says:
::pays attention to the screens and uplinks::
TO_MJDoole says:
~~~M: What lights? Tell me about the lights.~~~
Host M says:
<Cylopia> ::in text:: COM: Arcadia:  The lights.  We live near this place.  The lights grow brighter, it is killing is.
CIV_Bodine says:
SO: Could a section of a ship, or the station itself be adjusted to meet their physical needs?
FCO_Jankara says:
::feels a headache coming up and sighs, but tries to continue her work::
OPS_Walker says:
::scanning frequencies on the ship for brain activity to see if he can lock a frequency::
CO_Regnum says:
COM: Cylopia: Why did you attempt to steal the station instead of just asking for help. We are a peaceful people, we try to help anyone we can.
TO_MJDoole says:
::calmly and soothing:: ~~~M: can you tell me about the lights?~~~
CO_Regnum says:
COM: Cylopia: What lights?
CIV_Bodine says:
CO: I don't think we should let them on the station after what they tried. I don't know though.
CO_Regnum says:
CIV: I would agree John, but let's see if we can salvage this mission diplomatically if we can, I'd rather have these beings as allies then enemies.
Host M says:
ACTION:  The body at Doole's feet has completely changed to it's original form.  He sees a bipedal reptile with black glossy scales and a ridge of black spikes that protrude from the bridge of his nose, over his head to his lower back.
CO_Regnum says:
SO: Mr. Miller, they were attempting to tow us towards that nebula, can you determine anything from here about these lights they are so afraid of?
CIV_Bodine says:
:: frowns :: CO: Sir, Of course, you're right. 
SO_Miller says:
CO: I will try sir.
OPS_Walker says:
Self:  YES!
FCO_Jankara says:
::jumps slightly at Johnny's exclamation::
SO_Miller says:
::Looks over at OPS::
CO_Regnum says:
::hears Walker's exclamation:: OPS: Good news Mr. Walker?
CIV_Bodine says:
OPS: Johnny, could we protect ourselves some how maybe detach a part of the station and let them use it but still granting us some level of security?
OPS_Walker says:
::taps a few buttons::  CO:  Sir, I think I got it...  ::ties the frequency signal that he's scanning to the universal translators and opens a low audio channel::
Host M says:
ACTION:  Walker is able to modify the universal translator and a low-pitched voice is heard.
OPS_Walker says:
CIV:  Well, I think it would help if we could talk to them.  ::grins::
OPS_Walker says:
::cleans up the signal as best he can::
OPS_Walker says:
ALL:  I scanned for brainwave activity, and tied the frequency directly to the universal translation tanks.
CIV_Bodine says:
:: looks up :: OPS: Ooooh that was Slick .. You know SFI could use someone with your communication skills. :: smiles ::
OPS_Walker says:
CIV:  Ummm...thanks.  ::shakes his head negative but smiles::
CO_Regnum says:
CIV: Will you stop trying to steal my officers John?
Host Cylopia says:
COM: Arcadia: They appeared in our sky two seasons ago.  They are taking mining the nebula and slowly killing us.
CIV_Bodine says:
CO: Who me? Never! :: jokingly::
OPS_Walker says:
CIV:  Thanks all the same, sir.  ::chuckles::
CO_Regnum says:
COM: Cylopia: We cannot allow you to take our station, but we will gladly do what we can to help save you from this threat. Can we send a ship with you to these miners to help you?
TO_MJDoole says:
*CO*: The body of the dead Cylopian has completely changed back to what appears to it's original form.  I am seeing a bipedal reptile with black glossy scales and a ridge of black spikes that protrude from the bridge of his nose, over his head to his lower back.
OPS_Walker says:
CO:  You should be able to speak normally to them as before sir.  I think I've got...the channel...isolated.  ::smiles::
SO_Miller says:
CO: Sir, Large metallic objects within the nebula, I can't determine what they are from this distance, however I can confirm they are to big to be ships.
CIV_Bodine says:
ALL: Hmm, now we are getting somewhere. :: looks at Walker with great amazement :: COM: Cylopia: Can you describe for us what in the nebula is hurting you?
TO_MJDoole says:
*CO*: M here, has mentioned something about lights, and the lights hurting them. Is there anything from the ones you're talking to, mentioned anything about this?
OPS_Walker says:
FCO:  I'm going to need some help getting to sickbay when this is over...
CIV_Bodine says:
CO: Maybe they where trying to pull us to the Nebula so we would help them. I'm sure they did not know we had ships that could go.
CO_Regnum says:
*TO*: Yes Lieutenant, as a sign of good faith, release the Cylopian, we can return them to their ship.
SO_Miller says:
::Trying to modify the LRS for a better scan of the objects::
Host Cylopia says:
COM: Arcadia: Yes, they could not hear us.  We stole this vessel to seek help.  Others have since obtained other vessels from them to flee.
OPS_Walker says:
::releases lockdown around the brig area::
Host Cylopia says:
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