Host Brett says:
<<<<Resume Mission "Conquest's Tools">>>>

CIV_Lt_Tomiaz says:
::walks from the turbolift, taking notice of the status of all the other stations::

Host CO_Captain_Randolph says:
::makes his way to the Transporter Room::

CNS_Ens_Noulan says:
::stands in the TR 1::  CO:  Might we revive the man before beaming...

TO_LtJG_Pierce says:
@::On the planet somewhere deep within a system of caverns::

Host Brett says:
Action: The Claymore receives an incoming transmission.

Host CO_Captain_Randolph says:
*CNS*:  I would not be opposed to it but his weapon must be taken away.  He cannot be armed when we arrive under the planets surface.

Host Brett says:
INFO: The TO is placed in a small cave which is appointed as a holding cell.  The conditions are...sub-standard.  Two guards stand at the only entrance, keeping her inside.

CNS_Ens_Noulan says:
*CO*: Understood Captain.  Might we have time to speak with him first?

EO_Ens_Taylor says:
::prepares to send a pulse to the planet to disable weapons on the surface::

TO_LtJG_Pierce says:
@::Paces back and forth in the small cave while allowing her mind to skim the thoughts of both guards::

Host CO_Captain_Randolph says:
*CNS*:  You better do it quick.

CIV_Lt_Tomiaz says:
*CO*:  Bridge to Captain Randolph... what's your status.

Host CO_Captain_Randolph says:
*CIV*:  I am on my way to the transporter room.

CNS_Ens_Noulan says:
::takes the weapon from the downed man, hands it to the nearest security guard::

CIV_Lt_Tomiaz says:
*CO*:  Aye Captain... Transporter Room 3 has been apprised of the situation, and is attempting to find a suitable beam down zone far enough away from both camps as not to provoke... uh, further hostilities.

CNS_Ens_Noulan says:
::after the Doctor has been escorted to Sick Bay for her wound he turns to one of the medical personnel here for the Doctor and begins to sign:: Officer:  Could you please revive him?

Host Brett says:
<OPS> CIV: Sir, an incoming message.  It is...from the Neutral Zone sir.

CIV_Lt_Tomiaz says:
::settles into the center seat, focusing attention at the viewer::  OPS:  On screen please, Ensign.

TO_LtJG_Pierce says:
@::Finds thoughts of an execution in their minds and begins to formulate an escape plan::

CNS_Ens_Noulan says:
::glances to the security team still in TR1 and smiles::  All: I may need your backup.

Host Brett says:
Action: An imposing Romulan Commander appears on the screen.

Host CO_Captain_Randolph says:
::entering the transporter room::

CIV_Lt_Tomiaz says:
::rises from the chair, walking forward to address the screen::  COM: Modex:  Greetings, Commander.  What can we do for the Romulan Star Empire this fine day...?

Host Modex says:
COM: Claymore: CIV: Claymore, I am Commander Modex of the Imperial Warship D'Varain.  Our sensors detected a large, gravitic pulse from the planet you are currently orbiting.  We wish to assist with any difficulties.

CNS_Ens_Noulan says:
::sees the CO enter::  CO: Good, it will be best for him to see a fellow human when he wakes.

CIV_Lt_Tomiaz says:
::crosses arms for a moment::  COM: Modex:  Thank you for your most gracious offer, Commander Modex... but at this time, I regret to say that we're currently handling the situation and investigating.  However, I will keep your offer under advisement should our current situation change.  If you'll excuse me for just a moment... ::nods head to OPS::

TO_LtJG_Pierce_ says:
@::Kicks up a lot of dirt in the direction of the two guards as she paces::

CIV_Lt_Tomiaz says:
::waits for the comm to be put on hold, then taps badge::  *CO*: Captain, a Romulan Warbird has entered the system and is offering assistance...

Host Modex says:
COM: Claymore: CIV: I see.  Are you aware that testing...

Host CO_Captain_Randolph says:
*CIV*:  A Romulan Warbird.  have the crossed the neutral zone?

CIV_Lt_Tomiaz says:
*CO*:  They claim to have noticed the gravitic bomb explosion... what sort of excuse should I offer, or shall I tell them the facts of the situation, sir?

Host Modex says:
Action: The human guard is returned to consciousness.  He struggles against his restraints.

EO_Ens_Taylor says:
::turns back to his console and continues, readying a pulse::

Host Modex says:
<Delete> Action.

Host CO_Captain_Randolph says:
*CIV* : Well they have to be close enough to read that.  Tell them that we have the situation under control.  Should we need help, we will contact them.  Let me know what they say.

Host Modex says:
<Guard> ::Is brought back to consciousness, looks around groggily then attempts to strangle the nearest person, albeit weakly::

Host CO_Captain_Randolph says:
::Looks at the human guard::  Guard:  I am Captain Patrick Randolph.  What is your name and rank?

CIV_Lt_Tomiaz says:
::presses a button on the OPS panel, unmuting the channel::  COM: Modex:  I can assure you that we are not, in fact, testing our own explosives... and are just as curious as you are regarding the events on the planet's surface.  If you would like to maintain your current position...

CIV_Lt_Tomiaz says:
COM: Modex:  ...outside Federation space, I'll be sure to call upon our Romulan neighbors should we find anything of interest.  ::smiles::

CNS_Ens_Noulan says:
::rushes into the fray::  Guard:  Easy, easy...you're on a human vessel...the USS Claymore...

CNS_Ens_Noulan says:
::he places his hand on the man's arm, a gentle movement meant to show a lack of hostility::

Host Modex says:
COM: Claymore:  ::Looks quite put out::   CIV: Your manners are particularly rude Lieutenant.  I think it might be best if I were to come and, assist with these investigations.  In the interest of interstellar peace.

Host Modex says:
<Guard> ::Relaxes slightly but looks wary::  CO: I am Ensign Jim Hawkins.  Who are you people?  You look human, but there was a Romulan here!  I saw her!

CNS_Ens_Noulan says:
::manages a concerned smile::  This is Captain Randolph, I am Chaplain Noulan.  Have you seen a Federation ship before?

TO_LtJG_Pierce_ says:
@::While continuing to kick up dust, she kicks one of the guards in the shin::

CNS_Ens_Noulan says:
::helps the man to his feet::

CIV_Lt_Tomiaz says:
COM: Modex:  With all do respect, Commander Modex, I have my orders... just as you do.  I took the time to relay your request to my Captain, and he gave me his personal assurances that assistance was not needed at this time.

CNS_Ens_Noulan says:
::is trying to engage the man in conversation without challenging him, establishing an empathic rapport first::

CIV_Lt_Tomiaz says:
COM: Modex:  In the interest of interstellar peace, I once again request that you honor treaty stipulations and remain outside the Federation border.

Host CO_Captain_Randolph says:
Hawkins:  We are human.  She is not human but she is not a Romulan either.  She was working with the Romulans undercover to help resolve this conflict.  Ensign, the war you are fighting has been over for 200 years.

CNS_Ens_Noulan says:
::shrugs internally as the CO undoes his entire plan::

Host Modex says:
@Action: The guard bends over, crying out in pain and grabbing his shin.  His partner grabs his laser from his belt.

CNS_Ens_Noulan says:
::reaches out telepathically to sense how swayed the guard is by the CO's argument::

TO_LtJG_Pierce_ says:
@::Kicks the guard again swiftly to knock him down, then turns and executes a take down on his partner::

Host Modex says:
COM: Claymore: CIV: Speaking of treaties, gravitic weapons are a point of contention.  My government insists that we be allowed to inspect the planet and insure that no such weapons are being tested.

Host CO_Captain_Randolph says:
Hawkins:  I was hoping to bring the sides together but that may be impossible.  I am going to return you to your commanding officer and he and I are going to discuss this event.  Tell me something Ensign, do you want to continue fighting?

CIV_Lt_Tomiaz says:
COM: Modex:  I'm sure you're familiar with the history involving the war between the Romulans and Earth, long ago?

Host Modex says:
<Hawkins> ::Looks confused::  I heard, something like that from your other crewmember.  But, who won?

Host CO_Captain_Randolph says:
Hawkins:  We did.

Host Modex says:
Action: The TO is successful.  The first guard hits the floor heavily, and she is able to throw the second over her hip to the ground, his laser landing nearby.

CNS_Ens_Noulan says:
::steps back, out of the discussion, allowing the CO to take over, keeping his senses trained on the guard::

Host Modex says:
<Hawkins> ::Smiles::  I knew we would.  No, I don't want to continue.  But, as long as those Rommie dogs are there, we have to!  So it has always been.  But, maybe, you and the Captain can work something out.

CIV_Lt_Tomiaz says:
COM: Modex:  We've recently come across a relic from that war... the Earth Starfleet vessel U.S.S. Armstrong, as well as some debris.  We believe that these gravitic weapons expositions are also a result of more relics, possibly Romulan weapons from that era? Perhaps you know more about this?

TO_LtJG_Pierce_ says:
@::Picks up the old laser and wipes dirt off the side of her face::

Host CO_Captain_Randolph says:
Hawkins:  That is what I want...to work something out.  It may be helpful if you gave your captain your opinion.  Once we have an agreement, then we can broaden that to the Romulans.

EO_Ens_Taylor says:
::continues pulse preparation, and begins a scan for Doctor Sulkar::

Host Modex says:
@Action: The TO is shot through the stomach from behind by the first guard she kicked.

Host CO_Captain_Randolph says:
Hawkins:  Its time to take you home...home to Earth.

CIV_Lt_Tomiaz says:
::paces the bridge slightly::  COM: Modex:  Commander, if you have any information about such devices from that era, and how to defuse them, it would be of great interest to us.

TO_LtJG_Pierce_ says:
@::Staggers forward feeling an intense pain in her midsection::

CNS_Ens_Noulan says:
::takes a moment away from the interaction before him and searches inwardly...attempting to see if he can establish any connection with the TO telepathically or empathically::

Host Modex says:
COM: Claymore: CIV: ::Looks somewhat taken aback::  We have not used such weapons for millennia!  And we certainly have no idea how any would have gotten onto that planet.

TO_LtJG_Pierce_ says:
@::Turns and fires a shot at the guard (which she hopes will hurt) and falls to the ground on her side::

CNS_Ens_Noulan says:
::adds a small prayer he learned from Danubal III::

Host Modex says:
@Action: As the TO loses consciousness, she has the satisfaction of seeing her shot hit the guard in the chest, killing him, as well as a small group of humans rushing up the tunnel toward her.

CIV_Lt_Tomiaz says:
::raises eyebrow::  COM: Modex: Well, then you're apparently as surprised as we are.  Rest assured, we will get to the bottom of this.  Your long-range sensors can still pick up our ship in orbit of this planet, and I assure you that you'll be contacted in near future with our findings.

CNS_Ens_Noulan says:
::staggers backward clutching his midsection::

Host Modex says:
COM: Claymore: CIV: Very well Lieutenant.  We will await your findings with great interest.

Host Modex says:
::Ends transmission::

Host CO_Captain_Randolph says:
::turns to Noulan:: CNS:  Are you all right Ensign?

CNS_Ens_Noulan says:
::looks pained::  CO: Lieutenant Pierce has been hurt...pretty badly I think.

CIV_Lt_Tomiaz says:
COM: Modex:  Until then, you're welcome to watch us from your current position.  Thank you once again for your offer, Commander Modex.  I assume you'll be in the area for us to contact once we have more information?

CNS_Ens_Noulan says:
::stands upright again, shaking off the feeling::  CO:  Just that....I get no response from her.

Host CO_Captain_Randolph says:
CNS:  Who?

Host Hawkins says:
CO: Yes, I am ready.  Let's go see Yamamoto.

CNS_Ens_Noulan says:
CO: Lieutenant Pierce, sir.

CIV_Lt_Tomiaz says:
::chuckles:: *CO*:  Bridge to Captain Randolph... the Romulans will be staying close by, so long as we keep them up to date with events surrounding these gravtic expositions.

CIV_Lt_Tomiaz says:
::settles back down in the chair, turning towards a science officer to get an update on Lieutenant Pierce's position::

Host Hawkins says:
CO: Is Pierce the woman who was speaking with Yamamoto?

Host CO_Captain_Randolph says:
CNS:  We have got to get down there quick then.  *CIV*:  We are preparing to beam down to the planet.  Hawkins:  Is Yamamoto your captain?:

CNS_Ens_Noulan says:
Hawkins:  Yes.

Host Hawkins says:
CO: Yes.  As was his father and his father before him.

CNS_Ens_Noulan says:
::takes his place on the transporter pad::

CIV_Lt_Tomiaz says:
*Sickbay*:  Tomiaz to sickbay... how're the wounded doing?  ::spends some time getting updated on the XO and CMO's conditions::

Host CO_Captain_Randolph says:
::steps up onto the transporter pad and waits for the others::  <WHISPER> CNS:  Do you have your second communicator hid as I asked?

Host CO_Captain_Randolph says:
Hawkins:  Step up here next to me and stand still.

CIV_Lt_Tomiaz says:
::turns in her chair slightly::  EO:  Mister... Taylor, is it?

Host Hawkins says:
<Sickbay> *CIV*: They are stable.  CMO is almost ready for duty.  Chief Greene was more seriously hurt.  A couple of days more for him.

EO_Ens_Taylor says:
CIV: Yes Lieutenant Tomiaz.

Host Hawkins says:
::Does as asked::  CO: What about my weapon?

Host CO_Captain_Randolph says:
Hawkins:  We will give it back to you when we get to the planet and we get our crew person back.

CIV_Lt_Tomiaz says:
::nods head::  EO:  I've noticed you've been recently added to the Engineering roster... welcome aboard.

CNS_Ens_Noulan says:
<whisper> CO: sorry sir, I've been...busy.  ::glances to the scuffle signs in the TR::

EO_Ens_Taylor says:
CIV: Thank you, glad to be aboard.

CIV_Lt_Tomiaz says:
EO:  On to more pressing matters...  I need you to start working on a more effective means of getting our people off the surface if things get messy again.

CNS_Ens_Noulan says:
::walks over to a storage area...plans something, walks out into the hall, hides the device, and reenters the TR::

EO_Ens_Taylor says:
CIV: Yes Lieutenant. I'll work on that now.

Host CO_Captain_Randolph says:
<WHISPER>  CNS:  Just hide the one you have under your vest.  That will suffice.

EO_Ens_Taylor says:
::sits back down at his console on the bridge::

CIV_Lt_Tomiaz says:
EO:  Also, direct some security personnel to report to the transporter rooms... at least, until we have more confidence on what we're beaming up.  I'd hate to see another display like that again... ::tries to appear lightened up, somewhat, as she talks to him::

EO_Ens_Taylor says:
CIV: As you command.

Host CO_Captain_Randolph says:
CNS/Hawkins:  Are we ready to transport?

CNS_Ens_Noulan says:
::signs::  CO: Ready.

Host CO_Captain_Randolph says:
*CIV*:  We are about to beam down.  Keep a lock on us at all times.  Also, try and keep a comm line open between us.

CIV_Lt_Tomiaz says:
*CO*:  Aye, Captain.  We'll do the best we can to pull you out if things get hot... best of luck.

Host Hawkins says:
Action: The CO / CNS/ And Hawkins beam down to the coordinates provided by Yamamoto in the beginning.

EO_Ens_Taylor says:
*ALL*: I need NPC security personnel to be sent to the transporter room.

Host CO_Captain_Randolph says:
@Hawkins:  As they said in the old 20th Century movies..."Take me to your leader."

CIV_Lt_Tomiaz says:
::shakes head and mutters to herself::  Self:  We're just about where we were an hour ago... let's hope the Captain can end this.

Host Hawkins says:
Action: The away team appears in a small cavern.  Almost immediately, a voice calls out from one of the cave openings.  "Stop where you are!  Lay down your arms!"

CNS_Ens_Noulan says:
@::raises his hands, showing he possesses no weapon::

Host Hawkins says:
@::Raises his hands::  ::Yells:: Marty?  It's me Jim!

Host CO_Captain_Randolph says:
The VOICE from the Caves:  I am Captain Patrick Randolph of the USS Claymore.

Host Hawkins says:
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