USS Cherokee 
The Dating Game, Part 16
11703.19

Starring_
Steve Weller as CO_Ayidee and Producer
Zach Farland as CNS_Ens_Daniels
Dawn Freeman as OPS_Cmdr_Nash
Topper Loghry as CTO_LT_Q`ten
Pablo Delsoglio as CIV_Capt_Marek

Leave of Absence
Trish Yarborough as CMO-McIntyre
Absent
None
Ship's Log, Stardate 11703.19, Captain Ayidee recording.  The Newton has just been attacked by Kreak's forces and, by initial looks has suffered great damage.  The foes appear to have been driven off for now so we are going to see exactly how bad the Newton is.

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FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
@ :: looking over the display at Conn ... mutters to self :: This isn't looking good at all.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::at secondary console assisting the CTO::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
::On Bridge.::  CTO: Make sure they are out of range.
All: Everyone else, let's get the Newton some help.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::In Sickbay coordinating triage::

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
@ :: checking status of Warp, Impulse and RCS Thrusters ::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CO: Attempting to extend our shields around the Newton sir.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@<Newton CO Infgast> All: Damage reports, get repair teams to the critical systems.

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
@ :: grimaces ::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: Very good.
OPS: Commander, get to Engineering and work with the teams to prepare damage control efforts.

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
@ CO Infgast: Sir, engines aren't looking very good. 

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
MO Monroe: If we run out of space we can always use the holo-deck for the overflow.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
COM: Newton: This is Captain Ayidee, we are trying to extend shields around you if they come back and have damage control and medical teams preparing to assist.

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
@ CO_Infgast: ::frowns:: The CEO says we should be able to get them back online shortly. ::mutters:: at least that's some good news.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@<Ingfast> FCO: It's amazing they are still there.  Ship this size, shouldn't be able to take this kind of pounding.  Once engines are back up plot a course back to Research Station 82.

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
@ CO: Aye, sir. 

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
<MO Monroe>: CNS: We may just have to.  ::Sees to medics bringing in a wounded female and goes to check her injuries:: Medic: Bring her to bio-bed two.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@<Ingfast> COM: Cherokee: Much appreciated Cherokee.  It looks like that was more than just an over thought out theft.

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
@ :: running checks on the RCS thrusters... those aren't looking good either ::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@<Ingfast> ::Gets a report from Sickbay.::  FCO: On second thought, Sickbay is in bad shape.  They are suggesting we transfer wounded over to the Cherokee as soon as possible.  Can you take a shuttle and start moving the wounded over?

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
@ :: turns to look at the CO :: CO: ... Aye, sir.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: Lieutenant, can we tractor the Newton in this mess without too much risk or are we better waiting and getting them back in running shape?

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
@ :: heads to the Turbolift, pauses at the door and looks back :: CO: What about you, sir?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@<Ingfast>  ::Smiles.::  FCO: I'll be fine.  No one knows this ship better than I do, someone has to get her back to base.

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
@ :: nods :: CO: Aye, sir. We'll see you soon.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CIV: Do you think you could find anything about Kreak using your contacts?  Mostly looking for some idea of how big his fleet is.

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
@ :: hops onto the Turbolift :: TL: Sickbay.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Waiting for the wounded to start flowing in, he assigns the nurses with preparing and gathering supplies::

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CO: ;;raises an eyebrow:: I will do my best, sir.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
<MO Monroe>: Patient: You had to pick now to sprain your wrist.  We have wounded coming in.

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
@ :: arrives at Sickbay just as they're leaving ::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
<Patient>: MO: I'm sorry, Doctor.  I shouldn't have been carrying such a heavy load in the Cargo Bay.

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
@ :: counts eight wounded, myself and three nurses :: Self: oooh Gonna be a tight fit.

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
@ :: helps with one of the wounded :: MO: You head back to Sickbay and help out with the rest of the wounded. I've got this.

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
@ ::escorts the group to the Shuttlebay and loads 'em up ::

ACTION: The Newton's shields come back to ready status and they send word the Cherokee can step back a little so they can engage.

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
@ :: runs over diagnostics very quickly before getting clearance to depart ::

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
@ :: takes the shuttle Stone away from the Newton and aims straight towards the Cherokee ::

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
@ COM: Cherokee: This is the shuttle Stone carrying wounded from the Newton, requesting clearance to dock.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CO: Kreak's ship seems not to be returning so far... ::taps on the console:: At least all data and my tactical analysis indicates so.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
<aOPS> COM: FCO: Clearance granted, berth 5 has been assigned for your use.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CIV: I agree, all hostile vessels seem to have left the area.

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
@COM: Cherokee: Understood. Shuttle Stone out.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CTO: ::nods::

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
@ :: navigates the shuttle to the Cherokee and docks ::

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
:: sets the shuttle down and opens the access hatch ::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO/ CIV: Those ship's against a Nova Class is a good match for them.  Against a frigate and a Nova?  A bit tougher.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Sends medics to Shuttle Bay to escort injured to Sickbay::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
<Crewman> FCO: Welcome to the Cherokee Sir.  Medical teams are coming to help you get your people to Sickbay.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CO: I suspect that Kreak thought we were the Newton sir. In this environment, his sensors couldn't identify us. He was only able to tell that there was a Federation ship, but he couldn't distinguish just what ship.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CO/CTO: Starfleet intelligence sources reports that the fleet is composed out of half a dozen B'rel class Bird of Preys... and fair estimate

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
Crewman: Thank you. :: helping one of more seriously wounded get off the shuttle ::

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
Crewman: Would you mind helping Lieutenant Rather there? ::points out an injured officer::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
Sickbay Team: Okay people, they're on their way.  Let's be ready.

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
:: arrives at Sickbay, helping the limping Ens. Crosby ::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
<Crewman> FCO: Of course, we got it.  ::Moves to help Lt Rather along.::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: You mean when they attacked or when we were hunting them?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Sees the first arrivals arriving:: Medic: Bring the patient to bio-bed one and assess.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CO: I believe that while we were hunting them they thought they were leading the Newton in.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: So this was a trap for them?  Makes sense.  And would be a major strike for their attempt at a movement.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CO: The fact that they actually attacked the Newton, I think was just a matter of bad timing.  Had the Newton not shown up when it did, it would be us that had been attacked.

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
:: finishes assisting the wounded into Sickbay...  heads back to the Turbolift ::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CO As soon as they realized that there were, in fact, two Federation starships here they withdrew.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: Not sure I agree, they knew the Newton was assigned here, would have been a more sure hit.  But either way, we need to regroup.  Starfleet has more ships in the area, we can come back in greater numbers and drive them out.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CO: Agreed sir.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@<Ingfast> COM: Cherokee: Captain, our engines are to the point we can start the trip back to station.  We are getting under way now.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Sees Sickbay starting to get busy.  With everyone doing as they should Wally decides to help with providing treatment::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
COM: Newton: Understood, Captain.  We will cruise along side just in case Kreak gets aggressive again.

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
:: heads back to the shuttle Stone and runs over pre-flight diagnostics ::

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
COM: Newton: This is Ensign Oldman. The first group of wounded have been delivered to the Cherokee Sickbay and I'm ready to head back to help with more.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
@<Ingfast> *Oldman*: Ensign, most of the wounded have been transferred over.  For now why don't you stay over there, get checked out.  We'll be back at station in an hour or so, no sense transferring back over yet.  Besides, if you help their helm, the Cherokee will have an easier time keeping up with us and we'll both be back to station sooner.

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
:: taken aback, frowns :: *CO* Aye, sir. I'll see you back at the station.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Treating a young man for plasma burns using a tissue regenerator::  Young Man: I've given you something for the pain so, this shouldn't hurt.  ::Begins treatment::

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
:: powers down shuttle and heads back for the Turbolift ::

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
TL: Bridge.

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
:: arrives on the bridge ::

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
:: heads to the CO and stands at attention :: CO: Ensign Oldman, reporting for duty, sir.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO: From the Newton, right?  Glad to have your assistance.  Our helmsman could use your expertise, this isn't an area he's flown much in before.

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
CO: I'd be glad to help, sir. Navigation here can be a bit tricky.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
<aFCO> FCO: That is an understatement.  It's to flying what walking through a hurricane is to walking.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
<MO Monroe>:: Approaches the CNS::  CNS: The Newton was lucky.  Most of the injuries weren't severe; mostly burns, bumps and bruises.

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
:: stands just back of the helmsman, off to the side ::

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
aFCO: That it is. There are a ton of sensor echoes you need to watch out for.
:: keenly watching the helm display ::

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
MO Monroe: When the Recovery Room gets filled, maybe we can see if we can get some of the Newton crew some temporary quarters to recuperate in?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
<aFCO> All: Looking like we're about an hour out from the Research Station.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
<MO Monroe> CNS: That's a good idea.  They'd be more comfortable in quarters.  Why don't you contact Commander Nash and see what she can do.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO: How long have you been working this area?

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
CO: Overall...? ::thinks:: Around two years, sir. With some on and off time, for good behavior (of course).

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
MO Monroe: Me?

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
<MO Monroe>: CNS: Yes, you.  Why not you?

Host CO_Ayidee says:
FCO: Intriguing.  Starfleet is filled with scientists, but most of our time is spent in other demands.  To be able to study an area like this has to be a nice twist on normal duty.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
MO Monroe: She's scary.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
<MO Monroe>: CNS: Oh go on, you big baby.  Go to the bridge.  She'll be less scary if you speak to her directly.  Go on.

CNS_Ens_Daniels says:
MO Monroe: Fine!  ::Exits Sickbay::

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
::Looking at his tactical board:: CO: Captain, we have company.

FCO_Ens_Oldman says:
CO: I like to dabble in a bit of everything but flying ships is my first love. ::smiles and looks back at the helm display::

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: What kind of company?

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CO: On the very edge of sensor range, and they look like they're trying to stay unnoticed, but they're there.

Host CO_Ayidee says:
CTO: Understood.  We should be back in station orbit shortly but keep an eye on it.

CTO_LTJG_Q`ten says:
CO: Definitely a ship, but unable to identify it.  Aye sir.

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