INFO: ACTD Wide Finale - Their Final Hour - Battle For Vulcan - SD 11305.19

Starring
Andrew Dalrymple as Computer/ ACTD Wide Producer
 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

Also Starring
The crew of the USS Claymore

Absent
  Trish Yarborough as Executive Producer
Jon Benson as CEO_Salor and Guest Producer

SCENE: The USS Cherokee and USS Claymore both warp towards Vulcan.  Its had been several hours since Starfleet last heard from the Planet.  Short range sensors show little activity within the system, but several cities are completely without power on the planet.  ETA is 2 minutes.

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Host CO_Ayidee says:
::On Bridge.::  All: Situation update, all systems at combat readiness?

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Standing by the TL on the bridge:: CO: Medical stands ready for anything.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CO:  Ready as one can be under the circumstances, Captain.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
::At Helm:: CO: All propulsion systems check out sir, we are 2 minutes out from Vulcan.

Host Computer says:
 <Starfleet_Command> @COM: All: This is Starfleet Command.  Battle Groups will be arriving in the Vulcan System shortly.  All vessels expect Vroa threats.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::At his place on the bridge::  CO: My couch is fired up and ready if needed, Sir.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Contact the rest of the fleet.  Battle wedge,  Vega takes center, Cherokee on her Starboard flank, Monitor on her Port.  Dover and Bali flying about as quick response if needed, and Luxor taking drag to limit her exposure.

Host Computer says:
 <Vulcan_Command> @COM: All:  To all vessels, this is an emergency distress call from the planet Vulcan.  We are under attack by ground forces believed to be Vroan.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: One minute out, sir!

Host Computer says:
<Vulcan_Command> @COM: All: We are transmitting short wave subspace transmissions on this emergency frequency.  Please respond.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
COM: Cherokee Support Fleet: Implement the Battle Wedge.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CMO: Once we're in position I'd like you to take one of the ground teams and assist the planet.  Dover will provide direct support as needed.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Nods:: CO: Which city am I securing?

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: Arriving at Vulcan in 5...4...3...2...1, dropping out of warp now, sir!

ACTION: The USS Cherokee and the USS Claymore and their support ships arrive in the Vulcan system.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
*MO Rhapsody*: Rhapsody, you're in charge of Medical while I'm gone. You've been briefed, so you know what to do.

SCENE:  The Planet atmosphere is smoke filled from burning debris from Vroa Ground Forces.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CMO: Shikhar will be our first support target.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Wishing he could do something more to help::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
<MO Rhapsody> *CMO*: Aye, ma'am. ::Turns:: 
MO's/Medics: Get ready for anything, from our own injured to Vulcan injured from the planet below.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Contact the Claymore, let them know we will send ground forces to Shikhar for relief first.

ACTION:  20 Vroa Vessels Decloak around Vulcan.   12 Wolf Class 5 Heavy Cruisers and 1 Flag ship in one group, and two more Flag ships round the planet farther off, continuing to deliver ground forces to the planet.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CO:  Aye, Sir.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Take the helm, let Ensign Fischer take tactical.  Let's see what these Vroa are made of.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
COM:  Claymore: We will be sending ground forces to Shikhar for relief first.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: What?  ::Gets up and goes to the helm as ordered, trying not to question the CO's order::  CO: Aye, Sir.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
::Gets out of Helm and head for tactical:: CNS: Good luck, Wally.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
FCO: I'll need it and so will all of you.  ::Sits at the con::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Looks at the view screen with all the Vroa vessels:: CO: Sir...If I'm to get down to the planet, I've got to get moving now. Heading to TR1. ::Enters the TL and heads to TR1::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CMO: Acknowledged, I will contact once we have a clear path for Transport.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CNS: ::With a grin:: You do know where everything is, right?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Logs onto helm console::  CO: Orbiting Vulcan, Sir and maintaining altitude.
FCO: I think so. In the Holodeck simulator program I use, everything is color coded.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Order support fleet to open fire at any ships between us and Shikhar.  I want a path clear.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
FCO: From my seat I have a good view of what your left hand is doing.  I'll just keep her study and try not to hit anything.

Host Computer says:
 <Claymore - CO_Capt_TShara> @COM: Cherokee: This is Captain T'Shara we are preparing our ground forces and will coordinate with you on relief.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO: Open fire, all torpedo launchers on any craft in the area above Shikhar.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
::sets targets and beings firing:: CO: Aye, sir locking onto three targets and firing, full spread.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::she notifies the support fleet to open fire at any ships between the them and Shikhar.::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Reaches TR1 and gears up for a fight.::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
COM: Claymore:  Understood,

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Getting the feel of the chair and finding out he knew more than he thought he did::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
COM: Claymore: This is Captain Ayidee, we are hitting Shikhar first.  Once we have sufficient forces on the surface we will move to relieve Vulcana Regar.  Do you wish to coordinate or have each fleet strike different targets?

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CO:  Captain T’Shara will coordinate with our forces on the relief effort.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: One target destroyed.  The other two are turning to engage us! CNS: Get ready over there!

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Looks over to his left and she's the OPS from a different angle than he is used to::

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
::Remembers how much fun blowing ships up can be::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
FCO: Yup, I'm ready.  Defensive maneuvers.  Then, I'll see if I can set you up for a kill.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CNS: I've got Phasers locked and ready when you do.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
FCO/CO: If the Captain thinks it's a good idea, of course.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CNS/CO: Right... on your order, of course Skipper...

Host Computer says:
 <Claymore - CO_Capt_TShara> @COM: Cherokee: We should send the Defiants in ahead along with the Akira and let them carve a path to the planet so the Nebula class ships can deploy ground forces.  We'll support troop drops by keeping the Vroa busy.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO/ CNS: Keep on the attack, fire at will.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: Yes sir! 
CNS: you heard him!

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Makes sure that her team has the fancy visors to see cloaked Vroa::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
FCO/All: Okay, hang on.  ::Goes into offensive mode, swinging around and coming in from the enemies port side::

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO/CNS: Firing Phasers! ::fires Phasers::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
COM: Claymore: Acknowledged, I also suggest having at least one of the Defiants offer direct support, in the atmosphere to provide heavy fire support to ground troops.

ACTION:  The Vroa Fleet opens fire on the Starfleet Vessels.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CNS: Nice moves. I might be out of a job

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Stands on the transporter pad, and waits::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
OPS: Keep them shields at full strength and don't you worry, Commander.  You're in good hands.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Can we use the Sensor modification routine to set up probes as a kind of "listening post"?

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CNS:  Always.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: Target shields are down to 60%

Host Computer says:
 <Vroa_Command - Vroa> @COM: ALL: The Parasites will be eradicated from this system.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Flies under the enemy ship after FCO's attack::  FCO: Fire off our stern.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Evasive maneuvers.  See if we can draw them out from the cities under attack.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CO:  Possibly, I'll get my team on that immediately.  ::she hands out the new assignment to her staff.::

Host Computer says:
 <Claymore - CO_Capt_TShara> @COM: Cherokee: Agreed Captain.  I will send a message to the USS Athens offer support.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CNS: On it! ::fires::

ACTION: The USS Bali and USS Drayton take heavy damage from the first wave of attacks from the Vroa fleet.   Shields down to 20% and 32% respectively.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: Aye, Sir. Evasive maneuvers.
FCO: Rabbits gotta run, draw the farmer away from the garden.

ACTION:  The Vulcan Science Academy explodes on the planet surface.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Bring us in position to support the Bali and draw fire from them.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CNS: bring us around for another run, I've a got a full spread ready to fire.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Quickly briefs her team for what's going to happen.::

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: Our shields are at 90%.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  Moving into maximum position, now.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
OPS: Shields to starboard.

ACTION:  Two Vroa Wolf class break through the lines taking minor damage from the Cherokee.  They open fire on the Claymore shaking the craft violently and dropping the shields to 40%.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CNS:  Working on it.  ::adjusts the shields to Starboard.::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
FCO: I'll stay in between the Bali and the Vroa as long as I can.  Give me as much time as you can.  Keep them off our backsides!

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CNS: can you give me attack pattern beta 2? That'll shake up those wolves.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Using the Cherokee to play cat and mouse tag with the Vroa::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Order the Monitor to assist Claymore, keep them in one piece.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
::Begins intense Phaser barrage on enemy ships::

ACTION: The Wolf class vessels turn and target the Cherokee.  They open fire sending Disruptor fire in all directions but due to the Claymore's deflector modifications the Vroa targeting sensors are not locking onto Starfleet Vessels.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
FCO: Ummm,  ::Thinks::  I think so.  ::Initiates A P. Beta 2::

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CNS: That's it! ::coordinates firing with maneuver for heavy damage to the wolf class ships::

ACTION:  The Vroa open fire and again they fail to lock onto any targets.   A few stray shots find Starfleet shields but damage is under 5%.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Doing what he can to dodge enemy fire::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::she sends orders to the Monitor to assist the Claymore to keep them in one piece.::

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: Minor damage from enemy ships! But we're killing them out there!

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Looks over at OPS again:: OPS: This is kinda fun, hey, Commander?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO: Keep focussed, Ensign.  It's barely begun, they have one of the Core Worlds burning beneath us don't forget.  Keep focused and keep taking their support ships out.

ACTION:  In the distance a Vulcan research facility explodes, sending debris through the system.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CNS:  Careful, that can backfire on you.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Avoiding heaviest of debris field::

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: Way head of you, sir ::Fires a photon barrage at a Wolf.::

ACTION:  The Claymore has all fighters now out of its launch bay.  They take up positions around the Claymore.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
OPS: Oh, I won't get ahead of myself.  I know I'm a rookie.  I still have enough fear in me to keep us safe.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: We should get a fighter bay in the Cherokee.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CNS: I've known a few rookies who got zealous and regretted it, so be careful.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Contact the Luxor and order them to begin beaming down support as soon as they have an opening.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Brings Cherokee in again, to guard Bali and gives FCO a prime firing opportunity::

ACTION:  Three Wolf Class fire their gravity well torpedoes at the center mass of the Starfleet units.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CNS: Nice! ::Fires Phasers for some damage to enemy shields::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CO:  Aye, Sir.  ::orders the Luxor to begin beaming down support as soon as they have an opening.::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Swings the ship out of the line of fire::

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: Enemy Gravity Well Torpedoes coming in! CNS: Get us out of range!!

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
FCO/CO: Getting out of dodge.  ::Runs for the border::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO: See if you can hit those Gravity Well Torps with standard torpedoes.

ACTION:  The Claymore’s Reaper Fighter Squad races in and intercepts the three torpedoes before they detonate.  The explosion causes only minor gravity wells in the area.  No ships are affected.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: Aye, sir targeting torpedoes ::targets gravity torpedoes and fires::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Agreed, get...cancel that, Akira support have it covered.  Nice flying.
FCO: Too late, Akira has it covered.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: ::blushes a bit:: yea... I see that sir.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: Thank you, Sir.  I need new orders because I'm kind of lost.  Not lost lost, just uncertain.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Bring us away from Shikhar, take us past the Wolf class ships and lets see if we can open the door for the Luxor.

 ACTION: The Claymore's battle group continues in towards Vulcan.  The Claymore's Lightning Fighter Squad continue to act as escort.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CNS/CO: Standing by to fire torpedo and Phaser barrage

Host Computer says:
 <Vroa_Command - Vroa> @COM: All: Surrender now and your deaths will be swift.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  ::Brings us back into the fray and towards the Luxor::

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CNS: Set me up some good hits!

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*CMO*: Doctor, combat is a bit heavy for Transport to the surface.  Switch to Shuttle Bay.  Rendezvous with the Luxor and beam down with them once we open a window.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
FCO: Should get a few off the starboard bow as we fly past the big bad wolves.

 ACTION: The Claymore sends a half load of torpedoes into a damaged wolf class vessel.   The Heavily damaged Wolf class then gets fired on by the Cherokee causing the Vroa vessel to explode as both Starfleet vessels blaze through the debris.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
*CO*: Aye, sir. ::Waves to her team to follow her. She makes her way down to the shuttle bay.::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
Self: Lexor?  Sound like a ship run by Superman's arch nemesis.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CNS: I see them ::grins and targets the wolves:: CO: Firing barrage! ::fires heavy Phaser and torpedo barrage::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
COM: Claymore: Captain, we're going to try and draw some of the ships away from Shikhar to open a Transport Window for the troop ships.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
OPS: Are they mad?  Are the Vroa chasing us now?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Flies by in an opposite direction of the Luxor::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CNS:  I think you know the answer to that.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Quickly jumps into a shuttle and has her team get into a few different shuttles.::

ACTION: The Cherokees weapons hit another Wolf class vessel.  The vessels shields drop to 60%.

Host Computer says:
 <Claymore - CO_Capt_TShara> @COM: Cherokee:  Understood Captain we will do what we can to support you.  But, we definitely need to get forces on the ground.  ::Glances back to Damrok::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Respond to Vroa Fleet.  Offer rejected.  Counter offer that if they surrender we will let them depart with their lives.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CNS: Keep us on that Wolf, I've got more barrages for him!

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CO: Aye, Sir.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::To the FCO of the shuttle:: FCO: Launch. Get us to the Luxor! Please don't get us killed.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Brings the ship around for some more persuasion::  FCO: I'll make the Vroa feel we're as annoying as a bee in your ear.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
COM: Vroa Fleet: Your offer is totally rejected.  Try this on for size, why don't you surrender and your lives will continue.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Flies in for a close pass::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS/ FCO: With luck we'll have a bit more attention.  Keep us intact long enough and we'll be able to get troops to the surface.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CNS: And I guess I'll be the sting... ::cringes at the utter corny nature of the comment::

Host Computer says:
 <Vroa_Command - Vroa> @COM: Cherokee: Your in no position to make threats.  The Federation plague will be cut from our galaxy and burned to ash.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
FCO: Make it a good one.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Puts the Cherokee in optimum position for a flyby assault::

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CNS: Watch this ::fires several Phasers at once into the wolf, followed by a full photon spread::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Helps launch the shuttles and pilots them towards the Luxor::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
FCO: Ouch!  ::Laughs and brings the ship away, before they can get swatted::

ACTION: The Cherokee hits its target and the Wolf class begins to spin wildly.  It hits the Cherokee’s saucer, blowing through shields and ripping a chunk out of her saucer section.  The crew gets thrown about as Inertial Dampeners fail.   Structural integrity down to 80%,  forwards shields are down.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO: If we get close to one of them let's see if we can make them taste...  ::Gets thrown from chair.::  All: Damage report!

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
::attempts to recover...head spinning:: CO: Heavy damage, sir! Shields down! Structural integrity down to 80%.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Gets thrown to the floor but, gets up quickly and back into his seat::  CO/ALL: It wasn't my fault!!!

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::scrambling back to her post::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
@::Turns and happens to see the Cherokee get hit hard:: Self: I hope we fare better than that. ::Keeps flying::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Let's use it.  Exaggerate loss of control.  Make us seem unresponsive.  Make them get cocky.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
::head still spinning:: CNS: My fault for hitting them, your fault for not getting us out of the way.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Exaggerate loss of control?  No problem!::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO: If they get in close use forward and aft Tractor beams to counteract each other.  Let's see if they like a close range version of those Gravimetric torpedoes.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: I'll have to divert power from the Phasers, sir!

ACTION: The Claymore fires all weapons.  As the forwards torpedoes hit the flag ship the aft torpedoes impact shortly after.  The Flag ship shutters then decks begin to explode out into space.  The Large vessel then begins to descend into the Vulcan Atmosphere.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO/ CNS: It's combat, Ensigns.  Impacts are expected.  That's why we have shields and damage control.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Does as the CO asked.  Flying like it was his first lesson::  FCO: They exploded in the wrong direction.  Who knew?

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CNS: Certainly not me.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
::Prepares tractor beams as order:: CNS: See if you can't stagger us into range.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: Aren't there people in the parts that get blown up?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Yes, but now isn't the time to try and pass the blame.  Now is the time to react and prevent further loss.

ACTION:  The 2nd Vroa Flag ship fires all weapons at the Claymore.  Most miss the Claymore as the deflector modifications continue to hold.  Several stray shots hit the forwards shields of the Claymore.  Shields down to 30%.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
@::Shakes head and points:: Team: It'll be quicker to fly right up to the city itself. Bring us directly to Shikhar. Just outside the city, we're going to fight our way in.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
FCO: Okay.  ::Lets the ship drift a bit, letting inertia turn them around and into range::

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: Firing tractors! ::engages both tractors creating an artificial gravity well:: CNS: you may want to get us out of here now...

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  ::It’s hard not to think about it.  He shouldn't be sitting at the helm during a major battle.  Thinks he should go sit in his own chair but, doesn't leave the con::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS/ FCO: New priority.  Get us to that descending Flag ship.  Break it into as many pieces as you can.  This time there is no need to save crew on board it.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
:: Doesn't say anything to anyone.  Heads Cherokee to the Flag ship::

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: Yes sir ::readies all weapons and brings Phasers to full power:: CNS: You ready for the big fish?

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
::Pilots the shuttles into the atmosphere of Vulcan::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
FCO: I dunno, I guess so.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CNS: Just keep them off us, shields are almost non-existent right now.
CO: All weapons ready on your order sir.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO: Fire when ready.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: All weapons firing ::Lets loose massive photon Phaser barrage::

ACTION:  The Cherokee limps along and deploys a rough version of the gravity torpedoes using their tractor beams to create Gravimetric sheer.   The Vroa vessel following the Cherokee to finish them off impacts the well throwing it into a second vessel.  The two ships explode on impact.  The debris damages the Cherokee's tractor beam.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: That tractor beam trick was nice... but I don't think we'll be doing it again.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CNS: Bring us around for another run!

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO: Then we need other tricks.  Have to keep them distracted.

ACTION:  The Cherokee fires on the 2nd flag ship as the Claymore's fighters continue to keep it busy.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
FCO: Swings around, avoiding any incoming fire.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
::fires second, less intense barrage at the flag ship::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Does the Luxor have the window it requires for Transport yet?

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
@::Lands the shuttles outside the city, seeing the destruction everywhere.:: Team: Signal the Luxor to drop off troops here, here and here. ::Points to a map of the city:: We're going to catch them in a pincer grip. Let's go.

ACTION:  The Claymore's torpedoes impact against the 2nd flag ship shortly after the Cherokee's.  The Flag ship explodes showering debris into space.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CO:  Maybe a couple more minutes.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: Flag ship down sir! 
CNS: We've got debris, careful!

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
FCO: I'll put up our umbrella.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Flies out of path of debris::

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
::chuckles at CNS's joke::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO: Nice thing about this type of pitched battle, easy to follow that target up with the next.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: Damages kind of had to be expected with this level of battle, isn't that right, Sir?  ::Trying to make himself feel better::

ACTION:  The Claymore enters the Vulcan upper atmosphere following the first flag ship.  Her tractor beam locks onto the burning hull.  PPPD armor fails and the Claymore's power grid goes offline.  Both the Claymore and the burning Vroa Flag ship are in free fall.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: This isn't quite like the battle we fought with that other Vroa ship, sir.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: You are doing fine.  Just keep at it.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
FCO: The Vroa suck.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: If you say so, Sir.  I mean, 'Aye, Sir’.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
@ Team: Visor's on. Let's get moving. ::Opens the hatch and leads the team out, hoping that the Luxor will deploy it's troops soon. She leads her team to a predetermined point and watches for Vroa::

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CNS: I don't think I've ever heard a truer statement

ACTION: The Last Vroa Flag ship turns on the Cherokee and opens fire with all weapons.   The Cherokee's shields are completely taken offline.   Structural Integrity drops to 60% minor hull breeches on Decks 3-7 and 9-12.  Heavy wounded are reported on all decks.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Order the Vega to assist the Claymore.  ::Braces from the impact.::  And let's get this last ship out of the fight.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CO:  Aye, Sir.  ::she orders the Vega to assist the Claymore.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Full speed towards the planet's north pole.  Drop us into the upper atmosphere, as low as we can get in this condition.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
Self: Dang!  All: Shields are gone.

ACTION: Emergency power comes to life on the Claymore.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
<MO Rhapsody> All: We've got incoming! Let's go people!  ::watches as the flood of people show up at her sickbay's door. She immediately jumps into action and starts sorting through the new patients::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  :Doesn't know why we're doing that, but why not?::

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
::recovers from impacts:: CO: Sir, Shields down! Structural integrity down to 60%. Hull breaches and heavy casualties reported!

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO: All aft weapons on that remaining flag ship.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
<MO Rhapsody> *CO*: Sir, this is sickbay. We're taking quite the beating down here. Just figured I should let you know.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: Aye, sir target locked firing barrage ::fires all remaining weapons at the flag ship::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Flies full impulse to planet's northern pole.  Settles Cherokee down into the atmosphere::  CO: That's about as low as we should go, but I could be wrong, Sir.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CNS: No pressure... but no shield means that it's all on you now ::said with a grin::

ACTION:  The Claymore's outer hull burns red as she continues her accent into the Vulcan Atmosphere.   PPPD armor goes off line and systems begin to power up.   Impact in 10 minutes, Systems startup in 8 minutes.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
COM: Bali: Alter course to intercept vessel on our tail.  Once the last Flag is down we might start pushing back.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
FCO: Yeah, no pressure.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
@::Spots a team of Vroa making their way into the city. She waves to her team and they move to ambush them::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
OPS: This has to be a Monday.

ACTION: The USS Dawn, USS Great Wall and USS Luxor begin their departure from the planet.  All troops are on the surface.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*MO*: Understood, we'll do what we can but don't have any confidence we'll be able to accommodate an end to incoming damage.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
<MO Rhapsody> *CO*: Oh, I'm sure you'll do just fine Captain. We're counting on you down here. ::Goes back to her patients::

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
::continues firing at any targets of opportunity:: CO: Sir, we're down to 1/3 of our torpedo capacity

Host CO_Ayidee says:
COM: Monitor/ Vega: Move to assist Claymore, buy her some time to get out of the atmosphere.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Resting comfortably in the planet's upper atmosphere::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO: Understood.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
@Team: Fire! ::Her team fires at the Vroa once they're in range::

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CNS: Being FCO is kinda fun, huh?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO: Is that Flag still on our six?

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: Yes, sir

ACTION:  The Vroa flag ship continues to fire down on the planet surface.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
FCO: I'm going to need my own couch after this.  ::Tries to smile::

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CNS: we'll get Starfleet to start an FCO support group.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
FCO: I'll bring the donuts.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Bring us about, heading 155.2, mark zero.  Cut down the intercept distance for the Bali.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: I've got a few more full torpedo spreads ready on your order, but that last hit brought down Phasers to 60% power

ACTION:  The Claymore's warp nacelles glow as the FCO initiates warp.  The Claymore pushes through the Vulcan atmosphere, leaving a trail of blue plasma out into space.  The warp drive goes offline as the Claymore slows to impulse about 150,000 km's from Vulcan.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: Heading 115.2, mark zero, aye, Sir.  ::Carries out the order::

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
@::After dispatching the Vroa, she makes her way into the city with the rest of her team. She sees the troops from the other ships and smiles to herself, knowing that we all stand a chance.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO: Fire on that Flag when you have a viable firing solution.  Dorsal side of the ship, see how it's ventral shields handle atmosphere.

ACTION:  The First Vroa Flag ship impacts the planet surface within a barren desert area.  The impact leave a 100km diameter crater as sand turns to glass from the impact.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Thoughts wandering to thoughts of Talora's well-being::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Reading sensor stats on planet::  CO: Hole in one on the planet's surface, Sir.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Understood.  We can't assist with planetary situation until we have control of system.  Outside of troops dropped to surface that is.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: Understood, Sir.  ::Checks on his console, sensor life sign readings on the Away Team::

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
::Targets dorsal side of the flag ship and fires:: CO: Aye, sir target set. firing torpedoes.

Host Computer says:
 <Starfleet - Starfleet_Command> @COM: All: Vulcan Attack Groups additional battle groups entering the system for support.  Be advised Vroa attack Fleets detected in the outer system.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Bring us out of atmosphere.  Let's see if we can get our shields jump started.

ACTION:  The Cherokee fires on the flag ship.  The weapons impact the shields and drop them to 90%.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
@::Talora's team starts taking a couple of losses from the sheer viciousness of the Vroa. She watches as one of her team goes down.:: Self: Shoot...::Quickly stops to see if there's any hope for him, seeing none, she speaks softly:: Team Member: What is your name?

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: Their shields are down to 90%, sir. Looks like we are gonna need another trick to bring this guy down.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
@<Chris Fields> CMO: Chris Fields, ma'am....::Coughs hard::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO: I'm open to suggestions.  How many torpedoes we have left?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Flies back up into space:: CO: Aye, Sir.  Up we go.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
@::Smiles lightly and touches a hand to his forehead:: Chris: You fought well. I'm proud to have fought by your side. ::Nods:: Rest now....::Watches as he dies right in her arms. The team keeps moving on, firing at the Vroa troops.::

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: We've got two full spreads, captain. That won't be enough to bring those shields down.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Back us off, 500,000km from Flag ship, then bring us around, full impulse.  Time dilation limitations lifted, hit .6 light speed.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
FCO: Launch an empty shuttle into it, that might bring down their shields.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: Backing off, Sir.  ::Reverse 500,000km from Flag ship::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO: When we are headed in their direction, emergency ejection of mission pods.  Let's see how they respond to flying containers.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Once pods are ejected full reverse.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: Aye, sir disengaging mission pods, preparing to eject.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
@::Stands and moves to give orders when an Vroa comes barreling around the corner of a building and slashes at Talora as he rushes by::

ACTION:  As the Cherokee backs away from the Vroa Flag ship the Claymore continues to race in at full impulse with weapons hot.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Swinging around, full impulse then, .6 light speed::  CO: point six, Sir.,  You got it.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: Ejecting pods now, Captain.  ::ejects mission pods::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: Full reverse, Sir.  ::Backing away::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Shield repair status?  Do we have any chance of getting them back before reinforcements arrive?

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: I'm reading minimal shield power, they should protect us from a hand Phaser.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
All: Where is that blasted Vulcan when you need him?

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
@::Tries to get out of the way fast enough, but he was too fast and too close to really avoid the slash. The Vroan sword cuts a gash in Talora's side and as she fell to the ground, she pulled a dagger out from one of her hiding places and flings it expertly at the Vroa, catching it right in the neck.::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CO:  I've got a team on repairs, it might be close but it might be possible,

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
OPS: Commander, do we have enough power to create a discharge from the main deflector powerful enough to do some damage to that flagship?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO: Continue to fire at that ship, torpedoes as long as they last and then Phasers.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
OPS: Place a call to Mr. Fix-it, they're listed in the Federation yellow pages.  Tell them we need fixing.

ACTION:  Two Vroa decloak following the Claymore.  They open fire. ripping through the aft shields and blowing the aft bay doors open.  The Disruptor fire continues up the hull tearing open the science labs and the outer bridge hull.  Debris and sparks fly through the Claymore's bridge as open space can be seen through the force fields.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Flying around in spiral circles around enemy target::

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: aye, sir continuing firing. ::Fires remaining torpedoes, only two spreads, before switching to Phasers::

ACTION:  Debris from the Cherokee impact the Vroa Flag ship causing minor and very amusing damage to the shields as materials spark in brilliant colors against the shields.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
FCO:  Not sure.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: If I keep us in a combat position but, circling, we'd only need shields on one side.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Combat status of support fleet?  Anyone have enough torpedoes left to do a blasted thing?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
FCO: Look, fireworks!

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::she gets word from her team stating that the shields are possible but not as much as one hopes.::  CO/ALL: The shields are able to be patched but only at around 12%.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: I hate to suggest it... but we could eject the warp core right on top of the flagship and detonate.  That'll do some damage.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CNS: If I didn't join Starfleet I would've become a fireworks salesman.

ACTION:  The Claymore releases her full forward torpedoes towards the Vroa Flag ship.  The Cherokee's final volley of torpedoes impact the flag ship.   Her shields drop to 50% before the Claymore's torpedoes hit the opposite side.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
FCO: I'm good at watching fireworks and saying 'Oooooo' and 'Aaaaaah'.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
FCO: Nice shot!

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CNS: ::laughs:: don't tell anyone, but that's all I'm good at also.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
All: Any other suggestions?  Rather not explode a Warp Core in orbit of one of the Core Worlds.

ACTION:  The Vroa Flag ship falls silent for several minutes, then explodes.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Laughs::
CO: It exploded, Sir.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: The flagship just blew up, sir.

ACTION:  Vroa Vessels following the Claymore Cloak and warp out of the system.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
All: Eight ball, corner pocket.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: Enemy ships are in retreat, captain...

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CNS: We're alive... how?

Host Computer says:
 <Starfleet - Starfleet_Command> @COM: All:  To all Starfleet Vessels.  The Battle for the Sol System is complete.  The Vroa were driven back.   Bajor reports all Vroa are out of the system.    Betazed confirms all Vroa have retreated.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
All: Can we detect any Vroa remaining on surface?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
FCO: I think the Vroa remembered they had a previous engagement.

ACTION:  Vroa ground troops begin to explode while others beam off the planet.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CNS: Could it be that we're actually just THAT good?  Probably not, right?
CO: ummm, the Vroa are exploding, Captain

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
@::Laying down in the middle of the street, bleeding heavily, she forces herself to stand and move towards a wall to stabilize herself.:: Team: Keep fighting. I'll be fine here...::Blinks a few times::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Watching planet activity on sensors::  FCO: Oooo, exploding Vroa, that's like fireworks just not as pretty.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
All: Then get repairs underway but put all available resources into assisting the planetary population.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CNS: you fought one up close, not me.  Are they gross?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: Showing elevated vital signs of Doctor Stradiot, Sir.

Host Computer says:
 <Vulcan - Vulcan_Command> @COM: All: We have regained control in a few of the cities.  We have reports of Vroa evacuations.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
FCO: Yup, and really, really, bad breath.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO/CNS: We've got transporter power, I can get her right to sickbay.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*MO*: Doctor: Prepare teams for planetary assistance.  We still have major issues down there.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CNS: Who do you think has to clean up the goo?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO: Contact the Doctor first.  Make sure she is stable.  If she can not respond then we'll let the medical staff make the call on beam out.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
<MO Rhapsody> *CO*: Aye sir, I've got a medic team already on the way to the Transporters. Things are still pretty hectic down here.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Finds the Cherokee a nice quiet spot to regroup and lick our collective wounds::

INFO: Sensors show 680,230 wounded on the planet.    Initial counts are 50,000+ dead.   The few space stations in the system have wounded and some casualties.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
*All*: Any medically cross trained or emergency service trained officers report to Sickbay to assist.

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
@::Collapses on the ground::

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
*CMO*: Doc, it's the Cherokee are you ok down there?

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
@::Unconscious::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: I think something is wrong with her.  ::Looking at vitals scans::  CO: Maybe I should go down there?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CNS: Go.  Take a team from Sickbay though.  There are likely to be more than one wounded down there.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: No response Captain! Shall I transport her right to sickbay?

ACTION:  The USS Comfort, USS Hope, USS Solace enter the system.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::On the verge of an anxiety attack thinking about Talora being hurt or worse::
CO: Aye, Sir.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
OPS: Have a medical team meet me in Transporter room one. ::Goes to Turbolift::

Host Computer says:
 <Claymore - CO_Capt_TShara> @COM: Cherokee:  This is Captain T'Shara good to see you’re still in one piece.  Do we need to send over a medical team?  And good work Captain.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: Request to join the Counselor?  I have medical combat medical training, Captain.

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
::has a Med. Team meet the CNS in Transporter Room 1.::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO: Don't worry, Sir.  We'll bring them home.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
COM: Claymore: Negative Captain T'Shara.  We are stable here and preparing relief teams for the surface now.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CNS: Wait for me!!!

Host CO_Ayidee says:
COM: Claymore: And impressive flying there.  That ship can take a licking.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO: Go ahead.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CO: Thank you, sir ::runs into the TL with the CNS:: CNS: Thought you could get rid of me, huh?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Holds the door until FCO gets in::  Computer: Transporter Room 1, please.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
FCO: We have to get her... them back.  ::The Turbolift doors open and he rushes to Transporter Room::

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
::notices the distress on the CNS's face:: CNS: You alright man?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
OPS: Get teams collecting every ounce of emergency supplies we can find and get them to the surface.  And all Replicators start Replicating food stuffs and emergency supplies.

Host Computer says:
 <Claymore - CO_Capt_TShara> @COM: Cherokee: Acknowledged Captain.  Aye, she has most certainly taking her fair share.  Thank you Captain.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
FCO: Yup, we just need to get down there.  The transporters are working, right?

ACTION:  The USS Repose, USS Benevolence warp into the system and begin to enter orbit.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Enters Transporter Room to find med. teams waiting.  Steps onto pad::

OPS_Cmdr_Nash says:
CO:  Already on it, Captain.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
CNS: Yea they are... ::puts hand on his shoulder:: Don't worry, I'm sure she...they, are going to be fine.  ::steps onto pad with CNS and medical teams::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
Chief: Energize.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
@::Materializes on Vulcan with CNS and Med. team:: Team:: Spread out 50 meters find any and all survivors, do what you can.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@::Rematerializes and looks for Talora::

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
@CNS: I can manage things over here, go do what you have to do

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@FCO: Thanks ::Rushes around looking.  Finding her on the ground, he rushes to her side::  CMO: Don't worry. I'm here.  Everything is going to be all right.
Out loud: Medic!!!

CMO_Lt_Talora says:
@::stirs and cracks her eyes open and sees the CNS above her, she smiles very softly before passing out again::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
@CMO: Hang on.

FCO_Ens_Fischer says:
@*Cherokee*: We're on the surface doing what we can. And it looks like we just found Talora.

INFO:  ACTD Wide Finale - Their Final Hour - END WIDE –

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