Host Trish says:
USS Cherokee 10610.08 Conscious Part 8

Starring 
Trish Yarborough as aFCO-Candoit and F-CO-Skippy
Steve Weller as CO Tio Ayidee
Brandon Mitcham as XO Trent D. Worthington III 
Dawn Freeman as OPS Kyleigh Nash
Mark Haslam as CTO Mark Hazzard
Zach Farland as CNS_Wells and FNS Reporter Kandi_Chase

Guest Staring
Kurt G as aSO_Ens_Duke

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Captain's Log, Stardate 10610.08.  The Cherokee has arrived at it's patrol location, starting near the Sethan pulsar at it's closest point to the Synod border.  It's an ideal place for smuggling, and we may have our hands full trying to search it.

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Begin Mission >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

OPS_Nash says:
::in Turbolift, heading to the bridge, she is wondering how her little angels are.::

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
CO:  Captain, we are on the outskirts of the Sethan pulsar.  All my sensors are set.  Speed Sir?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::On Bridge, reviewing incoming reports.::  *All*: Can I have a Situation Update?

Host XO_Worthington says:
::on the bridge, monitoring sensors, waiting for any sign of the Synod.::

CNS_Wells says:
::On the bridge in his usual place::

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
:: continues to monitor the Short Range sensors as he reviews the past few hours of logs. :: CO: Tactical is a green light.  I've got my eyes and ears out.  If someone wants to be sneaky, they're gonna be SORELY disappointed, sir.

Kandi_Chase says:
::On the bridge trying to stay out of the way, for now::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
aFCO: During Sub-light sections of flight, 1/4 Light speed.  We'll be making patrol jumps, 10 minutes at sub-light, make a Warp jump, and repeat cycle.  Make the jumps fairly random to keep us in the area.

aSO_Ens_Duke says:
::at the science station, frowning at the screens:: CO: Long Range Sensors are functioning well, except for the pulsar nebula. It's a big blind spot.

OPS_Nash says:
::the TL stops, and she steps off, she heads for her post, her relief informs her of the news orders, Kyleigh acknowledges and the relief goes elsewhere::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
aSO: That's why we're here.  To much blind spot to leave open.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
aSO: Better keep our eyes open around that area especially then.  If someone wanted to blindside us, that’s where I'd choose to come from.

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
CO:  Aye Sir, excellent plan,  Inputting the course as we speak.  :;taps her console::
CTO:  Course is now being sent to your console.

CNS_Wells says:
CO:Things in Sickbay have quieted down significantly. Things in Counseling is another matter, Sir. But, that was to be expected.

aSO_Ens_Duke says:
CO/CTO: Yes sirs. ::has the computer busy trying to 'scrub' the data coming in from the long range sensors directed at the nebula::

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
aFCO: Acknowledged, Commander.  We're using maneuver set Delta for evasive maneuvers.  Trying to keep things simple.

OPS_Nash says:
::she checks all comm channels, hoping everything is working properly.::

Host XO_Worthington says:
CTO: Any sign of recent warp activity in the area?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: I don't doubt you'll make hiding and sneaking hard for them.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
:: taps a few controls on his board as he looks up the request. :: XO: I've got a few trails, but nothing conclusive.  That Pulsar is being a real pain in the neck.

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
ACTION:  A transmission is detected in the lower bands from OPS.  It seems the Cherokee may have company.

Kandi_Chase says:
::Makes a few notes on the crew's conversation::

OPS_Nash says:
::something catches her attention on a lower band, she listens closely so she can actually figure it out.::

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
::feels the Cherokee make the next maneuver::

aSO_Ens_Duke says:
::moves the first sector map out of the way after showing nothing significant and moves on to the next::

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
:: notices Kyleigh’s concentration. :: OPS: You've got something Commander?

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
CO:  Next maneuver initiated by the computer Sir.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
SO: Any advantage you can see sending out a few shuttles to increase our range?  Wouldn't be much, but could give you a bit broader look.

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
::looking at her console, she makes a slight adjustment to the z axis::

OPS_Nash says:
CTO:  I'm sure, take a listen.  ::she moves it to his station to get his opinion.::  CTO:  Something may be there.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Any guesses as to how a smuggler would move through the area?

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
:: monitors the transmission and frowns. :: CO: Captain, OPS has something transmitting out there, recommend we go to investigate.

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
ACTION:  A dim sensor blip appears on the CTO/ aSO's scans.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO: Excellent idea, though I wouldn't want the shuttles to stray too far.

Kandi_Chase says:
::In a whisper:: KYLE: Get a shot of the Operations and Tactical Officer talking.

aSO_Ens_Duke says:
::bites his lip and turns around to face the Captain:: CO: Maybe. It wouldn't be much, but maybe serving as a picket would... ::gets distracted by the beeping from the console::

aSO_Ens_Duke says:
::looks over to the center console:: CTO: Can you confirm contact?

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: That’s a confirm on the contact, designating contact as Tango 1.  Just on the outer limits of Short Range.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO/ aSO: Give the coordinates to the helm, and let's take a closer look.

CNS_Wells says:
CO: Either a good disguise or big friends in the area?

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO: I know this sounds redundant but it could be a trap, sir.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
:: moves to another portion of his Tactical Station. :: CO: Sending coordinates to Commander Candoit now.  Trying to get a better classification on Tango 1 now.

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
CO:  I suggest we hide just inside an area that blocks their sensors to ours and see what we have coming in.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
:: observes the readings a bit more. :: CO: Cap, Tango 1 is on an inbound course toward Synod space.  My bet is we got ourselves a smuggler.  Just a gut feeling, sir.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO: It could be, based on previous Synod contacts, but if so, it's part of the job to check it out anyway.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO/ SO: Threat assessment?  Is it a Warship, a freighter, or something in between?

aSO_Ens_Duke says:
::sidelines the other lateral scans and tasks another two arrays on the area of space near the contact to increase fidelity::

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
:: continues to filter through the readings of the sensors. :: ALL: Contact Tango 1 reads as an old Taskmaster class Freighter, Merchant variety.  Pretty Common Civilian use.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: Sir, Taskmaster's are also known for their easy conversion to black market use.  I wouldn't be surprised if that old bear has a few fangs left.

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
::checks her sensors and nods her head::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
aFCO: Bring us in closer to the ship.  No need to hide, we're in Federation Space performing a legal search.

aSO_Ens_Duke says:
::nods in response to Hazzard's answer:: CO: Confirmed, Captain. Power readings are consistent with this type of vessel.

CNS_Wells says:
CTO: Can we tell where it's heading?

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
CNS: From what I see...she's heading for Synod space.

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
CO:  Aye Sir... moving to 1/4 impulse for a direct heading to the contact.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: Have Security on alert should we need a boarding team.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: Yes Sir.

CNS_Wells says:
CO/CTO: If that's the case they haven't heard about the war or more likely, they are expected.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
*Lt. Miller*: Miller, get you and your team to transporter room 1 and stand by in case we need to do a search and seizure.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO/CTO: Could also be a Trojan horse, we should prepare for that as well.

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
::watching her sensors closely::  CO:  It appears the contact seems to be moving off.  ::adjusting the course::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Send a message to the Fleet noting the contact.  If we're in a dead Comm zone, send a Communication probe.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
<Lt. Miller> CTO: Yes, sir.  Already standing by.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
CO/XO: Security teams are ready to move on your word sir.

aSO_Ens_Duke says:
::looks at the location of the ship on the overlay map and turns around to face her:: CO: There's nothing to suggest it's trying to hide, sir. They're out in the open.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
XO: Already considered and ready to act on that.  Teams Bravo and Charlie are ready to repel boarders if needed.

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
::taps the console and goes to 3/4 impulse::  CO:  Captain, going to 3/4 impulse.  Should be there in 2 minutes.

OPS_Nash says:
::she feels the outline of her locket through her uniform, she fights the urge to take out the locket to look at the picture of the Twins. then she is snapped back to reality::   CO:  Um, Aye Sir.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
aSO: See if scanners can get an idea what they are carrying.
OPS: Hail the ship as well, let them know we're here to confirm their cargo.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
:: notices OPS distracted gaze for a moment.  Making a note to talk with her after the situation has passed. ::

Kandi_Chase says:
::Approaches the CTO:: CTO: Sir, does this new ship pose a threat to the Cherokee and its current assignment?

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: Sir, request permission to join the Search team.  Might be a good idea to have another pair of eyes out there if necessary.

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
ACTION:  OPS picks up another transmission.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
Chase: Nah, Taskmasters are not known for their combat ability.  They’re a deci-credit a dozen out there.  But that’s why bad guys like ‘em.  They're practically an everyday sight, so most people don't really bat an eye at them.

aSO_Ens_Duke says:
CO: Aye sir. ::now that they're facing the freighter, he can bring the more powerful anterior sensor pallets into alignment, directing them at the incoming freighter to try to get some inkling of what they're carrying::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: I'm leaving the team assignment to Commander Worthington for now.
XO: As you probably just heard, choosing an Away team is your next task.

OPS_Nash says:
::she contacts the Fleet about making contact, and she is about to hail the other vessel when she picks up another transmission::

Kandi_Chase says:
CTO: But, couldn't they be like the Ferengi or Orion’s, in cooperation with the Synod?

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
aSO:  Do you detect them picking up speed?  I have a gut feeling they are getting ready to go to warp.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO: I would like as few command staff as possible, just in case.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
Chase: Then they're gonna be real sorry if they are doing something naughty.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO: I leave the team up to you, including leadership of said team.  Guessing that there will be more than a few missions of this type.

OPS_Nash says:
CO:  Sir, I am picking up another transmission.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
:: gives Chase his trademark smirk before returning his attention to the task at hand. ::

aSO_Ens_Duke says:
::turns back to his console and looks at the sine wave graphs of the ship's power outputs:: aFCO: If they are, they're being careful about it. Their drive isn't very efficient to begin with so there's a lot of fluctuation.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Mark it's location and forward it to Science.  Can you make anything out in the message?

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
:: starts to adjust the scanners to pick up any other nearby vessels, something in his gut telling him that they aren't the only ships here. ::

Kandi_Chase says:
::Smiles at him taking comfort in his words:: CTO: Thank you Commander. ::Walks away mumbling something into her audio recorder::

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
ACTION:  The freighter goes to warp.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
aFCO: Tango 1 has gone to warp, marking estimate course now!

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
::taps her console::  aSO:  Never mind, they just answered my question.
CO:  Going to warp now!

OPS_Nash says:
CO:  I believe it can be cleaned up.  ::as she forwards it to Science::

aSO_Ens_Duke says:
::sees the graph abruptly spike and then frowns:: aFCO: Or I could be wrong... ::sigh::

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: Cap...recommend we give chase.  That was a really guilty move if you ask me!

Host CO_Ayidee says:
aFCO: Lay in pursuit course.  Engage when ready.
OPS: Drop a sensor probe to monitor the other contact.
CTO: Bring us to Red Alert.

Host aFCO-Candoit  (Red Alert2.wav)

Host XO_Worthington says:
CTO: What is their maximum warp speed?

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
*Ship wide*: All hands, Red Alert, Battle stations.  This is not a drill.  Red Alert!

OPS_Nash says:
CO:  Aye Captain.  ::launches a sensor probe to monitor the other contact::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO: Time to roll the cards and hope the one we're chasing is the right one.

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
::waiting for the CTO to tell her their maximum warp::

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
:: quickly calls up the specs on the freighter. :: CO/aFCO: She's not known for high speed.  Only capable of Warp 2.  Warp 2.4 in a pinch!

aSO_Ens_Duke says:
::extends the sensor focus to a more general field again to try to get some idea of where they're headed::

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
::hands poised over the console she taps in warp 3::

Kandi_Chase says:
::Hears Red Alert sound and backs off out of the way:: SELF: I guess talking to the Executive Officer will have to wait::

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
:: quickly brings the Phaser and photon torpedo controls online as he prepares the ship for possible combat. ::

Host XO_Worthington says:
CTO: Prepare a tractor beam, we won't let them get too far though you might want to keep our distance.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Hail them, order them to stand down and prepare to be boarded.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
XO: Yes, sir.  Classic Catch and Grab.  They won't get far.

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
CO:  Tractor beam distance in 30 seconds.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: Phasers set to half strength and targeting their warp engines.  Just in case they decide to pull something stupid.

OPS_Nash says:
CO:  Aye Captain.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO: Notify the boarding parties to be ready.  We'll secure them as soon as possible.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
XO: Tractor beam is online and ready to catch us a bad guy, sir.

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
CTO:  We need to take them out of warp first.  I am reading their shields are up, aSO, you confirm?

Host XO_Worthington says:
*SEC*: All boarding parties to transporter rooms.

OPS_Nash says:
COM:  Freighter:  This is the USS Cherokee, Stand down and prepare to be boarded.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
:: hands move in a barely seen blur as he continues to prepare the ship. :: CO: Captain, sensors aren't picking up jack on their cargo.  We're gonna have to pull them out of warp and disable them in order to get a good look.

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
<Luna Freighter> #COM: Cherokee:  Just who do you think you are?  We are a legitamate freighter.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CO: Then let's make it smooth and by the book.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
:: grins and brings up the torpedo control, using the trajectory and vector controls to balance one shot to knock out both of the Taskmaster's decrepit engines. :: CO: Smooth and by the book, I can do that.
:: waits for the ship to hit tractor beam range, engaging it when it falls within range. ::

CNS_Wells says:
::Hears the Luna crewman speak over the COM::

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
<Lt. Kilbrowski> *XO*: Sir...All Security teams at station and ready to move at your word.

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
::is counting the seconds until she can have the CTO lock on the tractor beam::

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
Self: I love it when they think they can run.

OPS_Nash says:
COM:  Luna Freighter:  This is a war zone and we have the right the board any vessel in the area, please stop or we will stop you.

aSO_Ens_Duke says:
::preparing the scan protocol for the saucer's ventral sensor cluster::

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
<Luna Freighter> #COM: Cherokee:  All right, already!  Don't get your pantyhose in a twist.  We will drop out of warp in 15 seconds.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
aFCO: Where will they be in 15 seconds?

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: Sir, I'm running a registry scan on that freighter now, see if she's been a bad little girl in the past.

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
CO:  Port side Sir... and they will not pull anything on me.  ::counting down::  Dropping out of warp now Sir!

CNS_Wells says:
OPS: There explanation for being here should be good.

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
ACTION:  The freighter and the Cherokee drop out of warp at the identical time.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
aFCO: I meant where in space, how near the border are we?

OPS_Nash says:
CNS:  We will see.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
CO: Okay...freighter is named Luna Freighter.  Nothing in the database about previous infractions.  I still can't get a clear look at her cargo.

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
CO:  Sorry Sir, just outside it.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
OPS: See if you can get them to bring their Warp Engines off line.  Let them know I will be happy to take them off line FOR them if they refuse.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO: Are you taking the teams yourself or sending them under someone else?

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
ACTION:  The freighter powers down and drops it shields.

aSO_Ens_Duke says:
CO: Scanning them now, sir. ::directs the cluster of sensors into a deep probe of the old vessel, dissecting it section by section and focusing on the cargo bays, the computers translating the chrono-spectra signal::

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO: I will lead the team ,sir.

OPS_Nash says:
CTO:  No need, they are complying.  Sorry no target practice today.

CNS_Wells says:
CO: If we are that close to the border we will need to watch our backs, here.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
OPS: That's a first.  Usually we have to argue with them for at LEAST another ten minutes.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
XO: Then take the teams over.  I know it goes without saying keep your eyes open.

Host XO_Worthington says:
CO: Aye sir. CTO/CNS: Your with me. ::heads for the TL::

OPS_Nash says:
CTO:  Aww, you're just sore because you can’t play with your big fancy toys.

aSO_Ens_Duke says:
CO/XO/CTO: Sirs, we're getting the sensor reports from the ship.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
:: nods and motions for another security officer to take over the Tactical station.  ::

CNS_Wells says:
CO: The Synod are big on surprise attacks. If they are expecting this cargo there way is to pick up all in comings goods at there border. They don’t like even traders and invited guests in there territory.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
aSO: What do they have?

CNS_Wells says:
XO: Aye, Sir. ::Gets up to follow::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Let the freighter know we're sending a team, and then drop the shields for as short a time as possible to beam them over.

aSO_Ens_Duke says:
CO/XO/CTO: We're picking up several power cell signatures we know to be used by small arms and a few larger weapons platforms, as well as the resonance signatures of plasma torpedoes. There's also a gross of what the Computer thinks is medical supplies.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
aSO: Good work.
OPS: See if there's anything in the records as to why they'd be carrying weapons type materials.

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
::sets the sensors to their very limits to watch for other ships::  
CTO:  Watch your backside Sir...

OPS_Nash says:
COM:  Luna Freighter:  We are sending over a team, so make sure your shields are down so they can beam over.

OPS_Nash says:
CO:  Yes, Captain.

Host XO_Worthington says:
::waits for the CTO and CNS to enter:: TL: Transporter Room 1.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
:: hears the manifest of the ship and growls. :: aFCO: Don't worry about me, worry about that freighter.  Those weapons were meant to kill our guys. :: storms into the TL. ::

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
<Luna Freighter> #COM: Cherokee:  Now wait just a dang minute!  I didn't stop to have you board me!

Host CO_Ayidee says:
aTO: Keep weapons armed and shields raised except when doing the Transport.  First sign of any Synod...or unidentified ships come within range, let out a shout.

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
ACTION:  The shields remain down on the freighter.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
*Lt. Miller*: I want three sets of protective gear and three Phaser rifles ready for myself, the XO and the CNS.  Pronto.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
<Ens D'amato> CO: Yes Sir.  Those boyos are not going to catch us with our pants down.

OPS_Nash says:
COM:  Luna Freighter:  As I mentioned before this is a war zone and we have the right the board any vessel in the area, so prepare to be boarded Skippy.  ::ends transmission::

CNS_Wells says:
CTO/XO: They aren't going to like our intrusion. Expect anything.

aSO_Ens_Duke says:
::finishes the scans and uploads the schematics of the ship with the locations of suspected contraband to the LCARS Net for Commander Worthington to use before returning to his other duties watching the space around them::

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
<Luna Freighter>  ::how the heck did she know my name was Skippy?::

Host XO_Worthington says:
CTO/CNS: Stay behind the Sec teams. Try to stay out of danger. ::exits the TL and enters the TR::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
aSO: Based on their course when we first found them, can we extrapolate both their starting point and intended finishing point?

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
CNS: Oh, I do.  That’s why I'm still alive. :: exits the TL behind the XO and enters with him, immediately donning the armor and checking the rifle given to him. ::

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
All: We do this by the numbers.  No mistakes.  Understood?

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
<SEC TEAM> CTO: YES SIR!

Host aFCO-Candoit says:
aSO:  I have nothing on my sensors, how about yours?

Host XO_Worthington says:
::puts on the armor and grabs the Phaser rifle, stepping onto the pad:: *OPS*: Standing by for transport.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
:: takes a moment to check each officer's gear before turning to the XO. :: XO: Sir, we are packed stacked and ready to attack.  At your word sir.

CNS_Wells says:
::Follows others into Transporter Room where some one hands him his gear::

CNS_Wells says:
::Putting it all together he steps onto the pad::

OPS_Nash says:
*XO*:  Acknowledged.  ::beams the away team over to the freighter::

Host aFCO-Candoit ACTION:  OPS transports the boarding party to the freighter. (Transporter.wav)

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
#:: waits for the beam to finish materializing him and immediately sets to work. ::

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
#Lt. Miller : Take two men and secure the cargo hold.

aSO_Ens_Duke says:
::shakes his head:: aFCO: No ma'am, nothing yet.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
#Ens. Michaels : Round up the crew and gather them in the crew's mess.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
#:: takes two men and nods to the XO and CNS. ::

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
#XO/CNS: If you're ready, we should hit the bridge and have a word with the Captain, sir.

Host F-CO-Skippy says:
#XO:  There you are!  Gentlemen, there is no need for all the...  ::looks at the arms of the Cherokee AT::

CNS_Wells says:
#::Stays with the XO::

Host XO_Worthington says:
#::materializes on the freighter:: ALL: Secure the ship, move out.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
# :: points his rifle at the CO of the Freighter and yells. :: F-CO: ON THE GROUND NOW!

Host F-CO-Skippy says:
#XO:  I will be happy to show you my ship ::begins to sputter::  On the ground?  I don't think so!

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Keep the sensors ready and updated to the Data Recorder, just in case.

OPS_Nash says:
CO:  Yes Sir.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
#F-CO: You have ten seconds to tell me why you have weapons and medical supplies on board, and just where the heck you think your going with them!

Host XO_Worthington says:
#F-CO-Skippy: I am Commander Worthington of the U.S.S. Cherokee, by order of Starfleet Command we are to board and verify the contents of this vessel. Please cooperate and this should be over soon.

Host F-CO-Skippy says:
#XO:  I am very happy to cooperate, but I think this barbarian over there ::pointing to the CTO::  has other plans.  ::glowers at him::

CNS_Wells says:
#::Stands by and let's XO do the talking, this time::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS/ aSO: Anything we can tell about the other contact we saw?

Host XO_Worthington says:
#CTO: Commander, please follow your orders.

OPS_Nash says:
CO:  Too soon.

Host XO_Worthington says:
#F-CO-Skippy: Why did you not reply to our hails and then make a run for it?

Host F-CO-Skippy says:
#XO:  If you will follow me, I will show you what I have onboard.

Host F-CO-Skippy says:
#::turns red::  XO:  We are having some difficulty with our com system.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
#:: lowers his weapon slowly, glaring daggers at the F-CO:: Sec Team:  Do a download on his comm log.  Check for any recent deletions and data dumps.  Also I want all navigation data from his central computer.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
<Sec Team> CTO: Already on it sir.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
# *Lt. Miller*: Miller, what’s the word on that cargo?  What have you got?

Host XO_Worthington says:
#F-CO-Skippy: I find that hard to believe. Why did you run? What do you have to hide?

Host F-CO-Skippy says:
#::would like to knock the CTO on his rear, as he seems to know all the tricks, but continues to smile at the XO::

aSO_Ens_Duke says:
CO: We could try to set up a network of Class-5 Reconnaissance Probes. We'd have to retrieve them later, but for now it could give us... a moving tripwire of sorts and allow us to operate in other areas. We'd only need to respond if they pick something up. And after they're exhausted, we can pick them back up and refuel them before cycling them.

CNS_Wells says:
#CTO: If it turns out they're carrying stuff to the Synod, we can't let them have it. Maybe it's stuff we could use, like the medicines.

Host F-CO-Skippy says:
#XO:  Now Sonny, I have nothing to hide.  Come this way and I will show you my holds.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
#XO: Sir.  I've already got men searching the cargo holds.  I recommend we just let Bingo here stew in his juices for the moment.

Host XO_Worthington says:
F-CO-Skippy: Actually, we will wait here until my teams have secured this ship. Now, I will not ask again, why did you run from us?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
aSO: Good plan.  Work with Operations to set it up, starting once the Away team returns.

Host F-CO-Skippy says:
#XO:  Well, you never know who is after you, if you get my drift.  It is better to be safe than sorry.

Host XO_Worthington says:
#F-CO-Skippy: Yet you run for Synod space. I wonder why?

Host F-CO-Skippy says:
ACTION:  The security teams are in the holds.  There are arms and medicine and one hold that will not open.

aSO_Ens_Duke says:
::nods:: CO: Aye sir.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Kandi: Miss Chase, as you can see, this is the so called "routine" part of a search and seizure operation.

Host F-CO-Skippy says:
#::shrugs shoulders::  XO:  Their money is as good as anyone's.  I haven't heard that I can’t bring in goods to them.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Kandi: With luck, it will stay routine.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
#:: takes the report from his teams and smiles evilly. :: XO: Sir.  We've got infantry weapons, first aid kits, and one hold that won't open. The arms alone are enough to win this loser an all expense trip to our brig.  Permission to force entry into the last hold?

Kandi_Chase says:
::Hears a plan go into play. A "tripwire" of probes. Is impressed by the aSO::

Host XO_Worthington says:
#F-CO-Skippy: Don't you know? They are killing people left and right. Why wouldn't they kill you?

Host XO_Worthington says:
#*CTO*: Stand by Commander.

aSO_Ens_Duke says:
::downloads the maps to a PADD and walks  down to the Operations Manager's station:: OPS: Do you have a few minutes, ma'am?

Kandi_Chase says:
CO: I understand Captain, we can't let the enemy have their supplies. Have the Luna said where they were going, yet?

Host F-CO-Skippy says:
#XO: Killing people?  I haven't had any news in weeks.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Kandi: Not that I've heard, but that will be part of the search.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
# :: moves to the Cargo hold and to the door that won't open. :: Miller: Alright.  I want Tricorders scanning this thing for any signs of booby traps.  Lets pop this sucker open and see what Santa got us for Christmas.

Host XO_Worthington says:
#F-CO-Skippy: You are in violation of Federation law, transporting weapons through Federation space without permit. Now you WILL tell me what is in the hold we can not access!

OPS_Nash says:
aSO:  Sure.

Host F-CO-Skippy says:
#::at this point, he refuses to speak::

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
#*CO*: Captain, this is Lieutenant Commander Hazzard, the XO is conducting an interview with Skippy.  We've discovered arms and medical supplies that are in violation of Fed law.  We've got a cargo hold left to search.  Hazzard out.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Kandi: I'm actually more interested in where they came from.  We can guess they're headed to the Synod sectors.  But if we can find the source, it will multiply the effect.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
#:: continues to scan the door to see if he can open it safely. ::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*CTO*: Understood.  When you have someone free, see if you can determine where the weapons and so forth came from.

Host XO_Worthington says:
#F-CO-Skippy: Looks like you have nothing to say. You and your crew are under arrest. :: motions to security::

aSO_Ens_Duke says:
::sets the PADD down on her console to activate the automatic download of the maps he was working on and then taps a button to bring it up:: OPS: The Captain asked me to work with you in implementing the idea I had, so I was thinking that if we removed the impulse assembly on the probes we'd be able to fit in an additional fuel tank.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
#<SEC TEAM> :: immediately restrains the F-CO and holds him for transport to the non-blown up portion of the brig. ::

CNS_Wells says:
#CTO: We will be confiscating their entire inventory, won't we, Commander?

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
#CNS: Oh yeah, they've been bad little boys and now we take all their toys.  DANG!  I love my job!

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
#:: grins and slaps the CNS on the back in a comrade like fashion. ::

Host F-CO-Skippy says:
ACTION:  D'Amato detects an arming devise on the inside of the door.

Host XO_Worthington says:
#*CO*: Captain, I have secured the ship and placed it's crew under arrest for violation of Federation law. Would you please lock onto us via tractor beam.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
<D'amato>: CO: Captain, sensors show those boyos have an explosive device secured to the secured cargo hold.  Informing the CTO now.

CNS_Wells says:
#::Smiles that at least someone is enjoying this war, before nearly being knocked to the floor:: CTO: Yes, yes big fun now.

OPS_Nash says:
::looks at the proposed idea then looks at the aSO::  aSO:  This seems like a very plausible idea.  How fast can you show my assistant, Lt Dawn Tiernan the exact configurations on how to implement this idea?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*XO*: Understood, and we'll prepare teams to secure the ship and bring it back to Arcadia station.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
#:: takes the transmission from D'amato and growls. :: *XO*: Sir, see if you can ask Skippy how to disarm the explosive he has in the cargo hold.  I'd rather not find out what its like to be in an explosion when I open this door.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
TO: Activate the Tractor beam to hold the ship.

CNS_Wells says:
#XO: Don't forget to have their cargo transported, too.

Host XO_Worthington says:
#*CTO*: Round up the prisoners for transport. And stay way from that booby trapped cargo hold!

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
<D'amato> CO: engaging Tractor Beam now...holding her at standard distance for transport protocols.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Have a skeleton crew prepared to take control of the Luna to bring it back to Arcadia.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
#*XO*: Sir, yes sir.

OPS_Nash says:
CO:  Yes Captain, I'll get right on it.
CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
# Miller: Okay Quentin...time to play pirate. Lets keel haul this bunch and stow them in the brig.

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
#:: chuckles and can't help himself. ::

CTO_LtCmdr_Hazzard says:
All: Arrrrrr!  Avast ye maties...this ship's been shanghaied!

aSO_Ens_Duke says:
::retrieves the PADD:: OPS: Maybe an hour? I'll need to see if we can manufacture the additional tanks for the antimatter with what we have onboard. It shouldn't matter much. As soon as the probes run out of fuel they'll just drop out of warp and drift until we pick them up.

CNS_Wells says:
#XO: Well, that went fine, Sir. Didn't it?

OPS_Nash says:
aSO:  Lt.  Tiernan will pick this up in no time.  I trust her with my life.

Host XO_Worthington says:
#CNS: For the most part. I will have to speak to Commander Hazzard however.

Kandi_Chase says:
CO: Is the Red Alert over yet, Captain?

Host F-CO-Skippy says:
ACTION:  On the aSO console, the sensor picks up a reading coming from the freighter.  It appears to be a quantum signature.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
Kandi: Not quite yet.

aSO_Ens_Duke says:
OPS: Yes ma'am. I'll need your permission to allocate the additional antimatter once we've sorted out the tank issue. I'll keep you apprised. ::collects his things and walks back up to the science console, finding it curious to be beeping::

Host F-CO-Skippy says:
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