Host Delon says:
-=/\=--=/\=--=/\=--=/\=-Begin Mission: "Gaianigma"-=/\=--=/\=--=/\=--=/\=-
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::Sits by 'his' desk in the Ready room, nursing a cup of coffee::
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
::On the Bridge, doing diagnostics of the Tactical station and systems::
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Walks onto the bridge, hurried, seemed like she just got on board and they were off, glancing around she heads to the RR and taps the door chime::
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
::in Sickbay, reading up on combat procedure::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
Door: Enter.
CNS_Lt_HeiRan says:
::Is in the mess hall, finishing up the last of some curious looking noodles.::
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Walks in:: ACO:Commander Paige Harker reporting as Ordered. ::Hands him a copy of her orders.::
TO_LtJG_Thalataar says:
::Has a plate full of various exotic vegetables in front of him.  As he picks off a dark purple vegetable from the pile and tastes it with his tongue, he holds a PADD in his other hand, looking over the results of his last tests.::
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Something about his face as she looks at him, nagging the back of her mind.::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::stands up and smiles, then takes the PADD and signs it:: CIV: Welcome aboard Commander.
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
ACO: Thank you Sir.
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::places the PADD on the desk and offers her a seat::
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
*TO/SRU*: All right people, we have lots to do and little time to do it in. Alpha team: I want a full check of all phasers, pulse cannons, and torpedo launchers ASAP. Bravo Team: Armory detail, check all the hand phasers, rifles, and grenades in stock. Charlie Team: Check the weapons and shields on all our assigned shuttles. Jorn, supervise.
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
:: standing out in the middle of main engineering, nods in satisfaction and then heads for the turbo lift ::
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
<SRU-A> *CTO*: Acknowledged Chief, on our way.
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Sits. a part of her mind trying to remember where she'd seen him before...::
CNS_Lt_HeiRan says:
::Looks over at Jorn, whom he is sitting with.:: TO: Are you ready for this, friend?
Host Delon says:
SCENE: The Nova Variant Class USS Cygnus rests quietly at Arcadia's sole dry-dock, the last of the worker bees pulling out just prior to the ship's scheduled launch for its next assignment, this time to search for the mission USS Brynhild.
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
<SRU-B> *CTO*: Roger that, on our way.
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::notices her looking at him strangely:: CIV: Everything all right commander?
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
<SRU-C> *CTO*: Charlie en route.
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
:: steps into the lift ::  Computer:  Bridge.
TO_LtJG_Thalataar says:
::Lays the PADD down for a moment.::  CNS:  For what exactly?
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
ACO: No Sir. Sorry you just remind me of someone...::She tapers off with a helpless shrug.::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::smiles:: CIV: A Tellarite once told me all humans look alike. ::grins::
CNS_Lt_HeiRan says:
TO: I don't know... for whatever it is that we'll encounter -this- time. Spatial anomalies? Temporal rifts? Strange and fascinating... foods... ::Holds up one of the slimy noodles, sticking his tongue out.:: Why did I ever let you order this for me? It's disgusting.
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
:: steps off the lift onto the bridge and looks around ::
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
::As she talked to the ACO her mind cast back in mind, like a computer adjusting faces like a criminal line up.::
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
ACO: True Sir, I've heard the same from Klingons...
TO_LtJG_Thalataar says:
CNS:  It will all appear the same in your stomach after it's been digested.
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::pushes a button on his desk:: *CTO*: Mr. Murphy, are we ready to take off?
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
CIV: Well, I guess we say the same thing. ::smiles:: So did you have time to pack your things at Arcadia before coming aboard the Cygnus?
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
:: goes to the empty engineering station ::
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Klingons, she thinks to herself, something about Klingons....her mouth opens and closes as her ordered mind finally comes up with an image, years younger and without a beard, and this time he wasn't grieving but she remembered where she'd seen him before...
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
ACO: Uh yes sir, just.. ::trying to focus, pushing back the flood of memory..::
CNS_Lt_HeiRan says:
::Shakes his head.:: TO: Just... never... gah! ::Forces down another one of the putrid Tellarite noodles.::
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
*ACO*: I've got my people checking all our Tactical systems and gear Sir, and Leftenant Spanner is here on the Bridge. We have all stations reporting as secure, manned, and ready Sir.
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::looks at her puzzlingly:: CIV: What is it commander? Is there something I should know?
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
*CTO*: Contact Arcadia, and take us out when ready. I'll be there soon. Rome out.
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
*ACO*: Aye Sir.
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::takes a sip of his coffee::
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
COM: Arcadia Ops: Arcadia Operations, this is the Cygnus, requesting launch clearance.
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
ACO: Old memories sir aren't always pleasant...:not sure how to broach the topic.::
TO_LtJG_Thalataar says:
::Leans in at the table a bit and eats an orange vegetable this time.::  CNS:  Were you able to speak with the lab technicians about the substance I requested?
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::leans back in his seat, wondering what is going on, and studying her face...wondering if he should know her::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
CIV: I really don't have all day. ::grins::
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
ACO: Sorry sir, I believe I recall you now sir, I've seen you before though we've not met, formally.
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
::She remembered the white hot heat of the knife in her back, the mental cry of anguish as a blow to the head knocked her out...::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
CIV: Oh? Well, I'm sorry....I do faintly recognize the name Harker, but nothing comes to mind.
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
Duty_FCO: Clear all moorings and retract the gangways and docking gantries, prepare to get under way.
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
:: stands at a station wondering why she is here instead of down in main engineering ::
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
ACO: It was in a sickbay, long time ago, not a pleasant memory Sir perhaps I should report to my station....
Host Delon says:
ACTION: Arcadia station replies to the CTO's comm grating departure clearance. All moorings are disengaged, and the ship is free to navigate once more unto the breach.
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
<Duty_FCO> CTO: Aye Sir, clearing all moorings, preparing to get underway. Thrusters to station keeping.
CNS_Lt_HeiRan says:
::Leans back and pushes his bowl away.:: TO: I did, but they wondered what a tactical officer wanted with hormones... What is this all about, Jorn? You've gotta tell me!
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::something dawns on him:: CIV: Cadet Harker....4th year...oh gods.
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
::She looked at him the old pain on her face a sign she knew exactly what he meant.::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::blinks, as if trying to force away old and painful memories:: CIV: It's been a while hasn't it.....
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
Duty_FCO: Take us out, thrusters only until we clear the hangar, then take us to Full Impulse until we clear the station area and any ship traffic, then standby for further orders.
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
<Duty_FCO> CTO: Aye Sir, aft thrusters.
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
ACO: Yes sir. I only found out later your tie to her, I am so sorry I couldn't hold them off. ::The old guilt resurfaced with all the force of a new wound.::
TO_LtJG_Thalataar says:
::Munches on a root.::  CNS:  It won't be for anything harmful, that I can tell you.
Host Delon says:
ACTION: The ship slowly takes flight from dry dock, ready to spread its "wings" out into deep space yet again.
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::swallows hard, feeling dry:: CIV: Commander, please, there was nothing more you could have done. I know you tried. ::manages a faint smile:: It was a long time ago.
CNS_Lt_HeiRan says:
::Shakes his head.:: TO: These guys aren't pushovers, man. They're not just going to let supplies leave their purview without knowing what for! And don't give me any stories, either.
TO_LtJG_Thalataar says:
CNS:  Ambassador Rose has me working on an important project that can revolutionize the quadrant on an agricultural scale.
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
<Duty_FCO> ::Takes the ship out of the dock area on thrusters then switches to Full Impulse once clear, scanning for traffic as he takes it away from the station::
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
ACO: Aye Sir. ::Her tone disbelieving...::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::shakes it off, thought feeling quite flustered and stands up:: CIV: This surely is a big coincidence commander. I must say, it's good seeing you again.
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::not ready to revisit those old memories right now::
CNS_Lt_HeiRan says:
::Raises an eyebrow.:: What sort of "important project"? And why does she have -you- doing this? ::Shakes his head.::
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
*ACO*: Sir, we have cleared the station and are clearing the construction zone and local traffic at full impulse. Ready for course and orders for warp. No major traffic on SRS or SRS outside the construction zone.
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
::She Stands as well:: ACO: Yes Sir .::Taking her cue from him puts the old memories back in the deepest part of her mind.::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::smiles at her:: CIV: Maybe later, we can talk. Haven't met anyone from my academy days in a while. But now, I better get out there.
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::opens the doors to the Bridge and waits for her to exit before him::
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
ACO: Aye Sir, with your permission I'll take helm, I've got some experience in that area. ::trying to get her mind to refocus on the here and now...::
TO_LtJG_Thalataar says:
CNS:  I cannot get into the details here.  As for why she has me doing this.  She saw potential in my abilities along with my love for all things that grow.
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
::exits the RR
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
::Comes to attention:: ALL: Captain on the Bridge!
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
:: looks up and then back at her console ::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
CIV: Wonderful, we could use a hot hand on the stick. ::smiles and then turns his attention to the CTO as he walks to the center chair:: CTO: Say that again and I will have you taken to the brig. ::grins then sits down::
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Nods to ACO and takes post at helm, familiarizing herself with the console.::
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
ACO: Aye Sir, I stand relieved. No contacts besides the local construction stuff Sir.
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
CTO: Good job, lieutenant.
CNS_Lt_HeiRan says:
::Frowns.:: TO: "Can't get into details"? Nu-uh, this isn't anything I want to be involved in! I was just promoted, Jorn, I can't get mixed up in something hush-hush! ::Leans in closer.:: Listen. If you tell me what's going on, and it's all kosher, I'll get you whatever you need, but I can't help you if you won't tell me what's up! Now... ::Stands, picking up his bowl and preparing to go.:: I've got to get to the Bridge
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
::Nods and resumes her duties monitoring her systems and sensors::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
CIV: Commander Harker, the course is set. Please take us to warp 6.
TO_LtJG_Thalataar says:
::Grabs another root from the plate.:: CNS:  I will show you when we return to Arcadia after this mission.  I have a Bajoran fellow who is coming to the station to see what I have come up with so far as well.
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
ACO: Aye Aye sir. ::goes to warp 6 gets them underway. ::We are mobile sir.
CNS_Lt_HeiRan says:
::Smiles, a little less nervous.:: TO: All right, good. See you! ::Heads out and toward the Bridge.::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::grips the sides of 'his' chair, still unsettled by the sudden revelation of Harker being the young Cadet that tried to save Ásta all those years ago::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::turns to the Engineering station:: CEO: Spanner, I take it everything is tip-top in engineering? ::smiles at her, feeling relieved to have her close::
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
::A little out of sorts forces her attention to the console as fully as possible.::
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
ACO: I have teams checking the ships weapons and shields, the shuttle weapons and shields, and the weapons in the armory Sir, I should have reports and status within the hour.
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::smiles at Murphy:: CTO: On top of things as always.
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
:: looks around at Jonathan :: ACO:  Aye Sir, ship shape and Bristol fashion.  :: smiles ::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::smiles back::
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
ACO: With our luck Sir, I'm always expecting a disaster, so I have to be. ::chuckles::
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
::'What were the odds' she thinks to herself 'of seeing him again...' as she checks and rechecks helm.::
TO_LtJG_Thalataar says:
::Picks up the PADD from the table and then heads over to the armory to take over things.::
Host Delon says:
ACTION: Four days pass after Cygnus cycles up to warp nine after clearing the busy space lanes leading to Arcadia Station. 18 light years behind, Cygnus arrives near the coordinates of USS Brynhild's last known location according to Starfleet Communications.
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
ACO: We are near the last known coordinates for the USS Bryhild
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::runs his hand over his beard as they drop out of warp::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
CTO: Any sign of the Sheffield?
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
::Closely monitors her sensors and makes sure the Tactical systems are on standby. Scans for the Sheffield and the Brynhild::
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
:: in main engineering, looking over everything. ::
CNS_Lt_HeiRan says:
::Steps onto the Bridge, PADD in hand. He walks to Rome's side and offers him the device when he is free.:: ACO: Sir, here is the information on the Evora you requested.
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
::She's gotten to know the others a little over the past few days but its always a little tough coming into a new assignment for her.::
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
Self:  Now this is the way a ship is supposed to run.  :: smiles ::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
CNS: Thank you lieutenant. ::offers him a seat::
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
::enters the Bridge::
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
ACO: No sign of the Brynhild or the Sheffield Sir. Recommend we go to Condition Yellow.
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Thinks how long it’s been since she sat helm for so long, "Its good to revisit old skills" she thinks to herself, checking their course.::
CNS_Lt_HeiRan says:
ACO: Has Starfleet given us any more information since our assignment, sir?
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::can't keep his eyes off Harker, feeling uneasy around her as memories keep coming back:: CTO: Yes, I agree. Take us to yellow alert. Then try and contact the Sheffield.
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
::feels that everyone is in high spirits though their current mission may come to deflate that::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
CNS: None yet Counselor.
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
:: finishes signing off on the duty roster and heads for the bridge ::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::sees the new MO arrive:: MO: Lieutenant Niventra, please. Take a seat. ::offers her the XO chair::
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
ACO: There is a possible warp trail bearing 230 mark 50, 200,000 KM Sir, but hard to tell from this distance.
Host Delon says:
ACTION: The Cygnus goes to yellow alert, but the shields are non-responsive.
TO_LtJG_Thalataar says:
::Is sitting in the security office on deck three looking over a few reports from over the past few days.  He takes a quick sip of tea.::
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Senses the ACO's uneasy gaze, wishes she knew how to help, instead focuses on her job, trying not to fidget, a old nervous habit of hers.::
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
::Brings the ship to Condition Yellow, raises shields and brings weapons to hot standby, sends text orders to the SRU to gear up and stand by::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::crosses his legs::
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
<EO Brkn Agn>  CEO:  Sir!  Got a red light here.
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
MO: Everything prepped in sickbay I take it?
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
ACO: Commander, the ship responds as Condition Yellow, but the shields aren't responding with a defense field.
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
ACO: Thank you, Commander. ::sits down in the empty XO seat:: 
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::stands up and looks at the CTO:: CTO: A malfunction ?
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
:: stops from leaving engineering and goes to the console ::
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
EO:  Move  over.
CNS_Lt_HeiRan says:
::Takes particular note of the apparent uneasiness between Harker and Rome. He will speak to them later...::
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
:: taps at the console :: Self:  Hmmmm, how strange.
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
ACO: Of course. I am nothing if not through... ::feels a spike of panic from people around her::
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
ACO: Checking diagnostics Sir. Shouldn't be though, I've run them for the last 4 days on every shift.
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Her ears take in the CTO's report about shields, the Old CTO in her instantly concerned.::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
CTO: Scan the surrounding space, somehow I feel like a mouse nibbling at some cheese...and I don't like traps.
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
:: taps her comm badge :; *ACO*  Sir, I take it you tried to put up the shields?
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Triple checks helm, runs checks to make sure it will respond as required when needed.::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
*CEO*: Well...the thought occurred to us. ::humor in his voice::
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
ACO: Systems aren't generating power Sir, but the command systems are sending the commands to them.
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
ACO: Sir, didn't the Brynhild have something similar happen to them? Like this, I mean.
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
ACO: The reports...
TO_LtJG_Thalataar says:
::Sees the ship go to yellow alert and he reviews the security placements that are being implemented throughout the ship.::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
MO: It's possible.
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
::Initiates full spectrum scans on LRS and SRS of the immediate area::
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
*ACO*  Looking at the problem now Sir.  The shield generators are fine.....  :: looks at the screen ::
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
*CEO*: They may be fine, and may be getting the commands, but they are putting out squat, Leftenant.
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
CNS: Take Science please. I need your skills there now. I want to know what is affecting us.
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
*ACO*:  No power is getting to them......checking power conduits now..... :: taps at the console::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
*CEO*: Keep me updated.
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
*ACO* Power conduits are also fine Sir.  I'll do some more checking.
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
CTO: Any luck contacting them?
CNS_Lt_HeiRan says:
::Looks skeptically at the ACO and then the science station, but he does as he is told.:: ACO: Yes sir. ::Goes to Science.::
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
::turns to the CNS:: CNS: Could it be the particular area of space we're in...?
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
*CTO*  I'm aware of that Lt.  I'll work on it.
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
ACO: Doing that now Sir, I had more pressing problems with the shields and the sensors.
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
MO: Assist him, look at all data on this area of space.
CNS_Lt_HeiRan says:
::Just glances at the new MO--whom he hasn't met personally--without answering. How should he know?::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::nods to the CTO::
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
*CEO*: Thank you. Murphy out.
CNS_Lt_HeiRan says:
::Does the most complex scan of the surrounding space that he remembers how to do.::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::walks to the front of the Bridge, looking out the view screen::
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
COM: Sheffield: USS Sheffield, this is the USS Cygnus, you are late for your rendezvous. Please respond and report your status, over.
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
ACO: Helm answers as normal. Sir.
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::leans in:: CIV: Prepare a short warp back to where we came from, in case we need an exit strategy.
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
:: goes to physically see where the problem with the shield generators is ::
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
::Sets the message to repeat on all comm channels::
TO_LtJG_Thalataar says:
*CTO*:  Security to Murphy.  Our security personnel have been distributed throughout the ship and are on standby.
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
ACO: Aye Sir.: logs in a quick series of codes so that one button will do as the ACO instructs. ::ACO :All set Sir.
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
CIV: Very good...
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
*TO*: Roger that. Be advised, our shields aren't responding for some reason, so be ready for trouble and have everyone on high internal security alert as of now.
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
<SO_Cdt_Suresh> CNS: That's a pretty complicated scan, sir... ::looks over at him from Science II::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
CIV: Take us to that warp trail Mr. Murphy mentioned, full impulse. But be ready for anything.
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Thinks to self, "Why do I feel like I am driving a getaway car" she wonders to herself as she checks the emergency exit she set up.::
TO_LtJG_Thalataar says:
*CTO*:  Acknowledged.
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
:: crawls into the Jeffries tube near the generators and begins to look around ::
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
ACO: Aye Sir.
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
::reaches out as much as she can to sense anything out-of-the-ordinary::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::walks over to the Science station::
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Sets course, full impulse has evasive maneuvers ready.::
CNS_Lt_HeiRan says:
::Is about to look unhappily at Cadet Suresh, when he receives a message from Stellar Cartography.:: ACO: Sir, Cartography reports a strange misalignment with the stars... nothing is where it should be!
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
CNS: Excuse me?
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
CIV: Your course is 230 mark 50 Commander, range: 200,000 KM.
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
ACO: Underway Sir. ::Continues to prepare maneuvers.::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::steals a glance at the MO, noticing the intenseness of her eyes::
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
CTO: Thank You, all set
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
<SO_Cdt_Suresh> ::double-checks her scan:: ACO: He's right, sir. ::stands up straighter now that the ACO's eyes are upon her:: Do you believe in superstitions?
CNS_Lt_HeiRan says:
::Indicates the message to the ACO.:: ACO: You can probably make more sense of it than I can, sir, but basically it says that the stars are in the wrong arrangement.
Host Delon says:
ACTION: The maneuvering thrusters suddenly stall and go offline.
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
ACO: I'm not reading anything on scanners, normal or unusual Sir. No particles, energy or dampening fields, nothing.
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
Cadet: Not really no. You have something?
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
<EO Brkn Agn>  *CEO*: Sir, I hate to bother you......
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Looks confused, taps a few keys...::ACO: Sir we've lost maneuvering thrusters...
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
:: rolls her eyes ::  *EO*:  What is it!
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::turns around:: CIV: That's it, take us to warp.
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
ACO: On emergency exit Sir?
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::nods::
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
<EO Brkn Agn>  *CEO*: Well, Sir, maneuvering thrusters just went offline.
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
<SO_Cdt_Suresh> ACO: Well, when the stars are out of alignment... that means we're in a haunted area of space... the bad energy moves the stars... but of course, it's not scientific... just... superstitious... ::tucks her hair behind her green ear nervously::
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Hand hovers over the button she set up for that purpose. And taps it::
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
ACO: Aye Sir.
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
*EO*:  What!?!?!  What's the reading you get?
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
Cadet: Cadet, it will take more than old wives tales to move stars.
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
ACO: This is what happened to the Brynhild... ::said calmly:: Before they were lost...
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
<EO Brkn Agn>  *CEO*:  Same as with the shield generators Sir.
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
::Continues to monitor her systems and sensors::
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
*EO*:  Alright, keep an eye on all the other systems.
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
<EO Brkn Agn>  *CEO*:  Aye Sir.
Host Delon says:
ACTION: Cygnus suddenly jerks lightly after a nanosecond loss of power to the inertial dampeners.
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
<SO_Cdt_Suresh> ::works hard to find out just what is causing the malfunctions:: 
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::grabs a hold of a chair:: CIV: Commander, report.
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
:: looks at the readings and moves to the next area ::
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Curses under her breath:: ACO: Inertial dampeners, loss of power...
TO_LtJG_Thalataar says:
::Almost falls out of his seat and groans in protest.::  Aloud:  What in blazes is happening up there!?
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
<SO_Cdt_Suresh> CNS: Could it be molecular or sub molecular? 
CNS_Lt_HeiRan says:
::Is jerked to one side, but steadies himself against the science station.::
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Tries to get the console to respond.::
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
*ACO*  Sir, I don't know what's going on here but, something seems to be effecting the energy particles.
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::walks to the center of the Bridge:: CTO: Red alert, and continue hailing the Scheffield.
CNS_Lt_HeiRan says:
::Sighs.:: Suresh: Cadet, you're the science officer here. Why don't you tell me?
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
*CEO*: Can you fix it? We're dead in space and a pretty tasty prey.
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
::is frustrated that she can't feel anything outside of the ship:: 
CNS_Lt_HeiRan says:
::Offers the cadet the science station::
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
*ACO*:  They are being taken from an excited state to a grounded state.  I don't know if we can reexcite them Sir, but, we'll try.
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
ACO: Aye Sir. ::sets ship to Condition Red:: *All Hands*: All hands, Condition Red, man your battle stations. All Security teams, stand by to repel boarders. All stations, report your status.
Host Delon says:
ACTION: Loud whispers of mixed voices of possibly a dozen different people can be heard throughout the ship.
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
ACO: Sir I can't get helm to respond...
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
<SO_Cdt_Suresh> CNS: Well, since we're working together on this... ::notices he's stepped aside for her:: Oh, me? Um... alright... 
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Continues to try everything she can think of.::
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
<SO_Cdt_Suresh> ::switches with the CNS:: 
TO_LtJG_Thalataar says:
::As he hears the voices he grabs his phaser and then looks around to see where they are coming from.::
CNS_Lt_HeiRan says:
Self: wait! ::Looks closer at a scan.:: We detected the presence of a planetary body, just momentarily! Right when we had that sudden jerk... ::Looks quizzically at Suresh.::
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
All: Everyone hear that?
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
*CEO*: That's......impossible. ::thinks back to his years of experience as CEO and has no idea what could get the particles to be affected like that, then looks up::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
MO: Comm malfunction?
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
*ACO*  I know that Sir!
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
<SO_Cdt_Suresh> ::bends over to look at the scan too:: CNS: A cloaked planet?
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
ACO:I have some impulse but no thruster or warp
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
:: just notices loud whispers and looks around to find the source ::
Host Delon says:
ACTION: A bright, luminescent flash blinks around everyone on the ship once...
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
MO: Lieutenant, take that empty station ::motions to one of the Aux. Bridge stations:: and send out a distress signal to Starfleet, informing them of our situation.
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
ACO: I don't think so, Commander. But at least we know--
CNS_Lt_HeiRan says:
::Crinkled brow.:: SO: Or out of phase? ACO: Sir, we've got another issue! A planet of some sort--::is interrupted by the flash.::
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
ALL: Have ye considered a phase shift or some kind of dimensional differential? I know I'm no scientist or Engineer, but that might explain a few things?
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::closes his eyes to protect his eyes::
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
::yells out as she is temporarily blinded by the light::
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
:: sees the flash and blinks ::
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
ACO: Sir I... ::closes her eyes as the flash comes over her.::
TO_LtJG_Thalataar says:
::Taps his commbadge.::  *CTO*:  What is going on?  There are so many voices on the communications system.  ::Sees the white light and covers his eyes.::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
Cadet: Cadet, report!
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
::Closes one eye to protect vision, keeps one open to watch things::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
CIV: Commander Harker, full impulse back to where we came from.
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
<SO_Cdt_Suresh> ACO: We still have nothing, sir!
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
<EO Brkn Agn> :: is not wanting to interrupt the Chief again ::   *CEO*:  Ssssir.....
CNS_Lt_HeiRan says:
::Adds to the Cadet's response.:: ACO: Just a short blip, sir, but it was there, definitely
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
*TO*: You tell me, and we'll both know laddie. Apparently, nothing is working as it should.
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
::nods and blinks to bring the console into focus, trying to reset the emergency exit with impulse...
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
*EO*:  WHAT IS IT THIS TIME!!!!!!!
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
<SO_Cdt_Suresh> ACO: Just some sort of invisible planetary body or  gravitational field or... 
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
Cadet: Those light particles must come from some source...::squints::
Host Delon says:
ACTION: The whispers suddenly silence, as if on cue from the CEO's raised voice.
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
CIV: Belay that....take us to that planetary body.
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
::takes a deep breath and remains calm over the din of voices around her both in her ears and in her mind:: 
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::walks towards the conn::
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
<EO Brkn Agn> :: is not wanting to interupt the Chief again ::   *CEO*:  It's ttthe wwwarp engines Ssssir.
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
ACO: Commander, I've got reports of missing crew from my Department and Medical, no trace of how they left or where they went. Internal Sensors showed nothing.
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
CIV: Aye! ::Resets and actives new course, wondering what the heck is happening...::
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
<SO_Cdt_Suresh> CIV: Here... Cmdr. Harker, I've sent you the... um, the closest coordinates.
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
CTO: What the hell....
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
:: takes a deep breath and lets it out :: *EO*  Do what you can.  I'll be there shortly.
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
ACO: If I had to guess Sir? That light was some kind of transport field.
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
*ACO*:  Sir, you probably know by now, but warp engines have shut down.
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
::asks for a report from Sickbay::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
CTO: Possible, is there any kind of field you can generate? Something to stop transporters, other than shield?
Host Delon says:
ACTION: A bright, luminescent light surrounds the entire crew, and parts of the CTO's and CNS' uniform are missing, such as their sleeves and the leggings up to their knees, and some of their undershirts.
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
*CEO*: Understood...get with science, see what is going on..
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
SO: Aye, ::Activates with the closer course.::
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
ACO: I can try Sir. ::starts up the ECM Jammers in the Tactical suite and sets them to maximum output::
TO_LtJG_Thalataar says:
::Regains his balance and starts looking over the security reports coming in, noticing that some of the security personnel have gone missing.::
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
ACO: Underway...::blinks at the CTO at the corner of her vision and turns her head...::
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
<SO_Cdt_Suresh> ::looks at the CNS quizzically and wonders if she should say something::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::frowns at the women on the bridge::
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
OUT LOUD: Bloody hell! They are trying to strip me!
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
All: What is this..
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
::turns to the CTO and fights the urge to laugh::
Host Delon says:
ACTION: The ACO's uniform is reduced to nothing more than a miniskirt version of what it was before, and he starts to fade in and out of phase. More reports come in all over the ship that this is happening to others.
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
<SO_Cdt_Suresh> ACO: Commander! 
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
::mouth falls open at the ACO, reaches out to grab him:: ALL: Can't we block this?!
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
::Runs at the ACO full tilt and dives, trying to push him out of whatever beam might be grabbing him::
Host ACO_Cmdr_Rome says:
::tries to talk, but nothing comes out::
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
Self:  What the..........!?!?!?!?
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
All: It seems that people are being disrobed all over the ship.
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Grabs at the ACO as the CTO dives::
Host Delon says:
ACTION: Just as the ACO vanishes, the white light intensifies, just as a single whispered is heard by those remaining...
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
::wonders if it'll happen to her and remembers that she put on the cute pair of underwear this morning::
CNS_Lt_HeiRan says:
::Looks down at himself, but, being perfectly comfortable in any level of dress, thinks nothing of it.:: Out loud at ACO: Sir!
Host Delon says:
<Disembodied Voice> Shipwide: You shall be a part of me...I will not be alone...
CIV_Cmdr_Harker says:
::Outloud:: Oh not again!
CEO_Lt_Spanner says:
:: looks up and shakes her head :; Self:  Here we go again.
MO_LtJG_Niventra says:
::closes her eyes and tries to focus on the voice::
CTO_LtJG_Murphy says:
CIV: Looks like you are in command, Sir. Orders?
Host Delon says:
ACTION: When the shimmering white light clears, the CTO, MO, CIV, and CNS find themselves lying on soft, grassy ground near each other, with strange figures in the dark quickly approaching them. Likewise and elsewhere, the ACO, OPS, CEO, and TO also find themselves on the ground as well. All the officers find themselves completely naked...
Host Delon says:
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