USS Cherokee 11304.28 Prophecy part 8

Ship's Log, Stardate 11304.28, Captain Ayidee recording.  Repairs continue on the damaged sections of the Cherokee, but we are about to attempt to see if we can get anything from the suspected Vroa in the Transporter Buffers.  With luck, maybe we can get some answers.

Starring
Jon Benson as Guest Producer, CEO_Lt_Salor
 Steve Weller as Captain Ayidee  
Zach Farland as CNS_Ens_Daniels
 Andrew Cotterly as CMO_Lt_Talora
Dawn Freeman as OPS_Cmdr_Nash
John Easten as FCO_Fischer

Absent
Trish Yarborough as Executive Producer

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Host CO_Ayidee says:
::On Bridge.::  *All*: Status report?

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
::Calibrating Inertial Dampeners:: CO: Impulse Engines are online, but I am still having trouble with the Dampeners.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::In his chair, at his station, on the bridge, minding his own business.  Busy searching for new Intel on the Vroa and finds nothing::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Still sitting at the CSO Station:: CO: Medical has been ready. I have no idea how to handle this Vroa however...

Host CEO_Lt_Salor says:
*CEO*:  Warp core will be at least 24 hours till operational.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO/ *CEO*: Understood, keep repairs going as top priority.

Action: The intruder alarm sounds then it goes away, meaning something was there but now it's not.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CMO: What if we put it's lower body in a Styr...
TO: What was that?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Looks around, sees nothing::

Host CEO_Lt_Salor says:
<TO> CO: I just registered an intruder, but as soon as it appeared it was gone.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
::looks around nervously:: CO: Could our guest have gotten free?

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
CO: Are our shields up?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
TO: Flood the area with anesthezine and then swarm it with Tactical officers.

Host CEO_Lt_Salor says:
<TO> CO: Aye sir.  It was deck 5, section 42.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: I have tactical training sir, I could go down there and assist.

Action: That section is flooded with the anesthezine and tactical officers respond.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CMO: Shields are in a sorry state.  Wouldn't take much to get through what is there.  What if we put the thing in Styrolite from the neck down?

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
CO: We could I suppose. We'd have to be quick though in order to question it.  We don't know how many back-up plans they have to kill themselves.

Host CEO_Lt_Salor says:
<TO>: CO: Security reports that there is nothing there.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
::nudges the Phaser on his belt for reassurance before returning to repairs::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
TO: Spread Tactical officers about the area.  Covering each other where possible.  When power is back get localized shields up to lock the secure areas.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: The intruder came and went.  Could it have only left something or taken something and took off?

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::sitting at OPS, looking over the new quarters assignment.  She noted that her friends, the Ashworth decided to let their quarters be used for some displaced crew and that they are now living with her own family, the Nash quarters suddenly got more cramped.::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
CNS: Either that, or it's the repair people messing around with our wiring.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Or they used a personal cloak.

Host CEO_Lt_Salor says:
<TO> CO: Aye sir.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Contact the station and report the Intruder report.  Suggest they go to yellow alert if they are not there already.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: Yes, there is that.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
TO: And ensure all hands know we are still at Yellow Alert ourselves.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: I could scan for cloaked ships in the area sir?

Host CEO_Lt_Salor says:
<TO>  ::nods to the captain::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO: Do it, but use what propulsion we have to get us at least 1.5 light seconds from any other vessels.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO/All: We already knew there was a Vroa ship in the area.  It attacked the Broadside.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CO:  Yes, Sir.  ::confirms Yellow Alert which everyone acknowledged that it was ongoing,::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Presumed Vroa, but yes, that is true.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: Captain we've moved out of range of all known ships in the area, but I am not picking up any sign of a cloaked ship.

Action: On deck 5 a loud scream is heard. The ear drums of several crewmen and nearby security officers burst from the scream; and one body of a security officer is left at the source of the scream.  As the scream is made, the intruder alert goes off again, and then stops.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Stands up and waits to hear from the Tactical team::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Reading report:: CO/CMO: We have injured on Deck 5.

Host CEO_Lt_Salor says:
<TO> CO/CMO: We have casualties on deck 5.  One death, but no sign of the intruder.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
::sits up with hand on Phaser.::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
CO: I can't send my crew in there when the Sec officers are having trouble on their own.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Do we have the capability to erect force fields on Deck 5 to lock down the area?

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CMO: I can help escort your people if necessary doctor.

Host CEO_Lt_Salor says:
<TR Chief>  *Bridge*: Security to... ::line goes dead::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CO:  Working on it.  Rerouting is a bit tricky.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CMO: Agreed.  First we catch or kill it.  At this point...
OPS: Lock down Transporters, ensure they are all off line!

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CO:  Yes Sir.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Shakes head:: FCO: I can escort my own crew. Trust me, if this gets as bad as I think it might, you'll be needed up here.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
TO: All Phasers, short range limited to 40,000 kilometers.  Fill the sky with shot, maximum spread.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Examining internal scans but, not finding anything.::

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
::Nods:: CMO: I hear you Doc...so much for learning about them.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO: Learning from an armed one is not a good idea.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Turns:: CO: Want me to go down there?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CMO: I could go there, if you want.  I'm not especially busy at the moment.  Maybe I can help.

Action: The Phaser spread from the Cherokee fires out in all directions.  One Phaser makes a hit, but still not reading on sensors.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: You can say that again, sir.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CMO: If they went after a Transporter room as it appears, it won't be there long, so go fast if you are going.  And take backup, well armed backup.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
TO: If there is a hit, fill that area with all the firepower you can direct there.  Phasers and Photons.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::she goes to do asked, just to discover something alarming and it shows in her voice::   CO:  Captain, Transporter Room 1 has gone offline and the Buffer has been completely destroyed.

Host CEO_Lt_Salor says:
<TO> CO: WE have a hit, but still unable to read it on scanners.    Aye sir, opening fire.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Hears the OPS:: CO: Looks like we've lost our suspect.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Blast.  Understood, let's look for the consolation prize.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::nods::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO: Evasive maneuvers, best you can manage with current system status.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
All: What would be their purpose for doing that?

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: Aye sir!  Evasive pattern delta four engaged!

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CMO/ CNS: They don't want us to know what they are after.  Do you think you can find the intruder?  If so, take a team and take it down.  Anyone you need is open to you besides myself.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: I'll go.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: If I can be spared I'll go as well.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
CNS: We came very close to being able to question one of them.  The Vroa couldn't kill itself, so another Vroa was sent to kill it first. ::Looks up:: CO: I'm going. Have a team meet me there. ::Starts moving towards the TL::

Action: Photons and Phasers both converge on the cloaked ship, Phasers have no effect and the torpedoes miss, as it decloaks and evades at a fast maneuver.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Gets up and goes to Turbolift::

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: should I come around for another pass, sir?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
TO: Tactical, get all teams to assist the Doctor on this hunt.
FCO: Bring us at them, best you can.  Broadside if you can manage with propulsion as is.

Host CEO_Lt_Salor says:
<TO> CO: As ordered.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
Self: I need a Phaser.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Contact all ships in area and the station, if that ship gets out then our loss of prisoner is for nothing.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: I'll figure something out, sir. Coming about with attack pattern alpha five.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Steps into the TL and orders it to deck 5:: *TO*: Once we're all there, seal off deck 5. I don't want this Vroa getting away.

Action: The Vroa vessel moves around and lines up for an attack.

Host CEO_Lt_Salor says:
<TO> *CMO*: Understood sir.  I'll monitor.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: They are coming around to attack, sir.  Switching to attack pattern beta two.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::Activates Command Chair console controls and brings up Tractor Beams.  Pushes full power Tractor between us as a makeshift shield.::  
FCO/ TO: Hit them with all we have, I'll see if I can reduce their hit back some.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
TO: Coming around for a broadside, get ready to fire!

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Takes a deep breath and turns to the CNS:: CNS: Here ::Pulls out a spare Phaser and hands it over:: I want this to be clear.  Be careful out there. This isn't practice, it's the real thing. Keep low and out of sight. Only take a shot if you know completely that you'll make it.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::she contacts the other ships in the area, as well as the Station to get that ship as it is vital to surviving this conflict::

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
*CEO*: Chief, is there any power that can be spared for the impulse engines?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::The Counselor is now 'packin' heat'::  CMO: Thanks, I didn't get you anything.  ::Takes Phaser::

Action: The Vroa fires its Disruptor at the dorsal shields, draining them down to 50%. At the same time the Cherokee fires back with Phasers, with little effect., but one torpedo hits home, taking their shields down to 40%.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CMO: I'll behave myself, I promise.

Host CEO_Lt_Salor says:
*FCO*: We are not prepared for a battle situation at this moment. You have all the power available to the impulse.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::The lift doors open:: CNS: Good...I really don't want to lose you here.  ::Turns and pulls her own weapon out and starts moving quickly towards the TR::

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO/TO: I'm putting our dorsal shields out of their range.

Action: Deck 5 is completely sealed off.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CMO: I can imagine the paper work.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO: Good, but for the record our shields are barely there over large sections of the ship.  We take them out fast or we're in deep.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: Understood, sir.  Switching to evasive pattern omega one. lets see if they can get us now.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Cautiously traveling the corridor with CMO and others::

Action: The Vroa fire again.  Between the one tractor and the evasive maneuvers, it misses.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
::grins at the miss::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: See if you can lock onto any debris chunks about us and Transport blasts of metal into the Vroa path.  Let's see how well their navigational shields handle multi ton chunks of matter.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Goes to one of the injured and feels for a pulse::

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
OPS: There seems to be some debris near us, setting course.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::frowns as she rounds the corner and sees the crew on the floor:: CNS: This isn't good. Find something to plug up your ears. I'm not sure what caused this, but this won't be good. ::Addresses whole squad:: All: We're going silent now. I'll give instructions by hand from here on out. Weapons ready and keep your ears blocked up. ::Places cloth in ears.::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CO:  Aye.  :She grabs a few good chunks and beams into place in front of the oncoming Vroa vessel.::

Action: Phaser shots are heard up on deck five, and a piercing scream is heard.  It's too far away to cause damage to the CMO's team, but it is felt.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: Coming about attack pattern Gamma seven, sir.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS/ TO: Let's change that.  Fire from the aft torpedo launcher, firing away from the Vroa.  Lock Transporters on it and materialize it behind the Vroa.  Momentum should continue, let's see if they have aft shields at full power.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Tears off the cuff of his uniform, tears that in two and stuffs a piece into each ear::  CMO: Will this really help prevent that?  ::Points to injured::

Action: The debris appear in front of the Vroa vessel, surprising them.  They take more damage to their shields. and are rocked a little.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Makes sure her ears are plugged up and waves the team forward:: CNS: It's the best we can do. ::Starts moving more slowly and keeps her Phaser raised and pointed down the hall::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::she nods as she implements the change in tactics in hopes of thwarting the Vroa's pursuit.::

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
::focuses on keeping the unshielded areas of the ship out of range::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Places a hand gently on an injured crewperson’s cheek, to let them know help had arrived, knowing words wouldn't be heard::

Action: As aft launcher fires, the photons are transported to behind the Vroa,, they impact with their shields and aft shields go offline.

Host CEO_Lt_Salor says:
<TO>  CO: Direct hit, they have lost aft shields.   ::pumps arm in the air::

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: Nice shot, sir! Bringing us in range of their aft shields!  ::unable to keep grin off his face::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Observing everything and watching for the intruder.::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Follows after CMO.:: CMO: Will we get them medical help in time. The Commander said Transporter Room 1, can we use another to beam them to Sickbay?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
TO: Don't celebrate yet, it's not over yet.  Keep firing, all you can get off as quick as you can.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
::Brings the ship behind the Vroa::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
CNS: Medical can patch them up. If the CO is right and the enemy is under cloak, we had better worry about ourselves right now. Keep quiet, now... ::Keeps moving forward::

Action: Up ahead of the CMO, a lone Vroa decloaks around the bend. fully suited.  It stands there a moment, pulls out a long blade, and screams charging the team.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Merely blinks and fires her weapon::

Action: The Vroa ship fires again, hitting the aft shields of the Cherokee, taking them down to 60%.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
Self: Damn...keep it together Jonathan...

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Sees Vroa and reacts, shooting at it with steady aim::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS/ TO: Keep up the random impact directions, hit them until there's nothing left.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::nods as she continues with the plan::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
COM: SB33: This is Captain Ayidee, any weapons fire you can direct this way will be very appreciated.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Finds cover in a doorway::

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: I can try to draw them towards the Starbase, Captain!

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO: Do it.  Phasers may be ineffectual but a Starbase packs a fleet's worth.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: On it sir! ::pauses to think of best maneuver::  Engaging evasive maneuver delta one, I would beef up the aft shields if you can sir.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Places hands over ears::

Action: It sounds like the Vroa laughs, he gets hit and before the concentrated Phaser hit him  from all of the team he touches a panel on his suit; beginning a count down. He falls to the floor dead.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
::sets course for SB33 doing best to avoid Vroa fire::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CMO: We better scram in case it explodes.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Looks shocked:: *OPS*: Lock onto this Vroa down here and beam it off the ship, NOW!

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CMO: Or we could do that.

Action: The Vroa fire again, making the Cherokee’s Impulse drive shuts down as shields completely drop.  At the same time, torpedoes are transported behind the Vroa as the station concentrates  Phaser fire at the Vroa vessel, causing it to explode in a shower of fiery debris.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Grabs the Vroa's weapon as a gift for the Captain::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Waves to the team:: Team: Back, evacuate the area!

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::beams the dead Vroa off the Cherokee into the path the oncoming Vroa vessel.::

Action: Following the CMO's orders, the Vroa is transported out into space before it explodes, rocking the Cherokee, violently, sending everyone flying around as the dampeners go offline.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
*CMO*:  Done.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Stays close to the CMO, to make sure she keeps herself safe::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*CMO/ CNS*: Good work, you have our thanks.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
::continues on course to SB33::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Frowns and runs back to the wounded crewmen:: *MO Rhapsody*: Get a team up to deck 5, I'm sure our Transporters are down at the moment, so we need med-evac up here. Ruptured ears it seems. You know the drill. Keep the Medics armed too. We're not done yet.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Points:: Team: You, you, and you. Stay here until medical arrives. Keep this place secure. ::Turns:: CNS: We're going back to the bridge.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Squeezes the hand of an injured, gently:: CMO: I'm right behind you...and it has nothing to do with being behind you to watch you walk, either.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Doesn't really reply, but blushes lightly and starts walking quickly towards the TL::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Goes back to the bridge, with the Vroan sword.  Holds it out in front of him, admiring the weapon.:: CMO: You think the Captain will like this?  Unless you want it...?

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO:....looks like it might be longer, sir we are on thrusters only.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Smiles and reaches behind her back to the string that's hanging around her neck. She pulls out a long dagger and shows it to the CNS.:: CNS: I've got my own. I'm sure the CO will love it. ::Smiles again and puts her weapon back::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CMO: Yeah, I kinda figured you had your own.  ::Smiles::

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
:: wonders if all battles are that scary/exciting::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
All: Nice work.  To take out a Vroa vessel with the ship in this condition?  Impressive.  Makes me look forward to trying them with a ship in full working order.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
CNS: I'm impressed. Very few people would be able to keep their cool in a situation like that. ::gives the CNS a genuine smile.::

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