Host SMDave says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<RESUME MISSION>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: USS Claymore and the Amenti ships watch almost helplessly as Hagath's ship drops a pod towards Chuna, then eganges warp dangerously close to the planet's atmosphere.
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
@::hidden away in a cave::
CTO_Lt_Kizlev says:
::on the bridge, watching the tractor beam emit and reach out towards the biogenic weapon pod::
CNS_ENS_Renor says:
@::Awaits for whatever the future holds.::
Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::on the bridge of the Claymore, momentarily wincing at the bright flash of the ship department:: CTO/CAG: Report!
SO_LtJG_Jakiel says:
::mutters 'royal idiots' in Romulan as she watches the enemy ship burst into warp::  CO: Hagath's vessel has just jumped to warp speed...  ::shakes her head::
CAG_Maj_Sirk says:
::observes his pilots scramble to intercept the pod on the TAC sensor panel:: CO: My birds are running intercept on the weapon.  The best they'll be able to do is destroy it.
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: Claymore's tractor beam manages to catch the falling pod before it enters Chuna's atmosphere.
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
@CEO:  Are the security filters strong enough to withstand whatever Hagath is throwing at us Commander?
CTO_Lt_Kizlev says:
CO: Attempting to lock tractor beam on the weapon...got it! ::notices it was just barely too::
SO_LtJG_Jakiel says:
::exhales in relief as she sees the tractor beam hold their 'catch'::
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
@OPS: Unless it's a very heavy concentration, we should be fine
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: One Amenti ship swings around to pursue Hagath's vessel.
CTO_Lt_Kizlev says:
::begins scanning the pod's contents and immediately notifies sickbay to begin containment and possible quarantine procedures::
Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::exhales in relief:: CTO: Good work. Bring it in. ::looks at Rhianna:: SO: We need that thing in a secure location ASAP.
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
@CEO:  Understood and what I wanted to hear.  I just wish we were able to move more of the people to safety.
FNS_Maxwell_Gauvin says:
::Lets out a breath before noting the crews actions.::
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The pressure from the tractor beam on the pod proves to be too much stress and the pods implodes on itself.
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
@OPS: They'll have to do the best they can. Like all of us.
CTO_Lt_Kizlev says:
CO: Aye, sir. Dr. Senn's staff are standing by for biological containment protocol...
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
@CEO:  Agreed.
Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::slumps back in his chair:: CAG: Major, the Air Wing can move into defensive orbit now.
SO_LtJG_Jakiel says:
::has been scanning the bio weapon for particular microbes and detonation elements::  CO:  Sir?  That could be difficult to do.  I'll need to.....  No!!  The pod has imploded!  Scanning...
CAG_Maj_Sirk says:
CO: We won't be pursuing, Captain?
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
@CEO:  Assign some of the engineers to setup pattern enhancers near the acess point in case we need supplies or need to beam anyone out if the time arises.
SO_LtJG_Jakiel says:
::watches scans for the tiniest signs of microbes and to see how near the whole mass is to the Chuna atmosphere::
CTO_Lt_Kizlev says:
CO: Sir...the pod quickly lost structural integrity. Hagath's ship is returning in the direction of the Synod Sanctum and will pass their border in the next few minutes.
Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::flashes a look over his shoulder at Sirk to suggest they won't and then gets up from the command chair to walk over to Rhianna's station:: SO: Is it dispersing?
FNS_Maxwell_Gauvin says:
::Takes note of the tractor beam imploding the pod before walking over to the Science Station.::
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
@OPS: I'll have it done
CAG_Maj_Sirk says:
::thinks the Amenti had the right idea about following Hagath::
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
@::arranges for pattern enhancers to be take from the cave systems stores, and distributed accordingly::
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
@CEO:  If you need any assistance let me know.
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
@OPS: It's being taken care of
SO_LtJG_Jakiel says:
CO: Waiting for input from the scans and probes...  ::watches intently to see if the mass will hold cohesion or ....  stops suddenly::  Sir...I believe that may have been a bait only.  There is no sign of a biogenic weapon in it at all.
Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::gestures to Kizlev:: CTO: Run dispersal pattern tests if we were to detonate a... ::stops mid-thought and looks back at Rhianna:: SO: You're sure?
SO_LtJG_Jakiel says:
::shakes her head, realizing she probably used the wrong word::  CO:  A decoy...to keep us from following.
CTO_Lt_Kizlev says:
SO: A mere decoy...of course. He wouldn't want to sacrifice the real thing. Especially if there's good profit to be made from his Synod friends.
CAG_Maj_Sirk says:
::counts the seconds that tick away from their chance of catching Hagath before he hits Synod space::
Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::calls out to the helmsman on his way back to the center chair:: DutyHelm: Pursuit course, maximum warp.
Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::sits back down::
FNS_Maxwell_Gauvin says:
CO/SO: So Captain you let a known criminal escape because you where fooled by a decoy?
Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::gives Maxwell a dark look:: FNS: Chuna is my first priority, Mister Maxwell. And I'll ask you to sit down. We're at high speed.
CTO_Lt_Kizlev says:
CO: Captain, engineering reports the best the impulse engines can do is 1/8th impulse speed. If we engage, Hagath will easily outmaneuver us in a fight.
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: Claymore, a bit late, warps away from Chuna towards the Sanctum.
FNS_Maxwell_Gauvin says:
::Looks a bit put off, but chooses to sit to see how this report ends.::
SO_LtJG_Jakiel says:
FNS: You would rather us leave before scans verified that there was no threat to the entire population of Chuna?  ::feels very aggrieved with the reporter and would like to show him his seat...forcefully::
Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::turns the chair around:: CTO: I'm confident we outgun him, Lieutenant. Ready the rollpod for maximum discharge.
FNS_Maxwell_Gauvin says:
CO: Need I remind you the reason you only have 1/8 impulse was from the last attempt to stop him?
Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::without looking:: FNS: We didn't know what to expect then. Now we do.  ::calls over his shoulder without turning this time:: CAG: Major Sirk, range to intercept?
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
@:: wonders when the bomb will drop ::
SO_LtJG_Jakiel says:
::looks at the Captain again at the last orders::  CO: Sir, shall I let our ground people know what happened?
CTO_Lt_Kizlev says:
CO: Understood. We will have to hit his engines hard while at warp if we're to stand a chance in an impulse battle... ::checks ETAs of the ships in pursuit::
Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::blinks in surprise and then nods to Rhianna, focusing again on the viewscreen:: CTO: We'll have to close to optimal range and fire then while his output is highest.
CAG_Maj_Sirk says:
CO: I'll defer to Lieutenant Kizlev on the ETA, Captain.
SO_LtJG_Jakiel says:
::readies the comm, audio only::  *OPS*: The 'weapon' was merely a decoy.  The biogenic threat has been cancelled and we are in pursuit of the enemy.
CTO_Lt_Kizlev says:
CO: Hagath will cross the border in just over four minutes. The Amenti cruiser will reach in five, and we will get there in five and a half.
Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::shakes his head:: CTO: That won't do. Find out if the engine room can give us more power. CAG: Major Sirk, you're the expert on high-speed combat. Can you compute the optimal range for us to reach to knock them out of warp with a full phalanx from the rollpod? That would be useful. ::fails to conceal the frustration in his voice::
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
@CEO:  Are the shelters all setup Commander or do we have further work to do on them?  ::asks in hopes they have more to o then just sit on their hands and wait.::
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
@OPS: Nope. We'er done here. People are trained, and we'er good to leave at our descretion.
Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::swallows and watches the distant dots representing the speeding ships::
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
@All:  The message from the Claymore.  The Claymore has left orbit in pursuit of the enemy.  The weapon is not a decoy and the threat of the biogenic weapon is entering the atmosphere.
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::deadpan:: @OPS: I'm getting something to eat.
CTO_Lt_Kizlev says:
::calls engineering, and gets a stern reply from the EO in charge down there that they already have their hands full preventing radiation leaks from the damaged impulse engines::
CNS_ENS_Renor says:
@SELF: Wonderful. ALL:  So we are stuck here with a biogen weapon falling down on us while the Claymore goes off after Hagath?
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
@CEO:  Very well Commander.
Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::makes a fist and pounds it lightly against the padded armrest:: Self: Faster, damn it... faster...
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
@CNS: Feel free to make youself at home.
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
@ALL:  Aye Counselor so it would seem.  Apparently the Captain didn't see any need to beam us back before leaving
CTO_Lt_Kizlev says:
::tries to feel nonplussed, in spite of engineering's complaints:: CO: Sir, we can try to divert power from the shields or phaser banks to boost speed some.
CAG_Maj_Sirk says:
CO: We'll need to close the gap some before we can even think about firing torps at him.
Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::thinks about it for a second and then turns to Kizlev and nods:: CTO: From phasers. Maintain shield strength.
SO_LtJG_Jakiel says:
::narrows her eyes at the Daylan's emotional reaction, quietly keeping what she senses from him, but becoming a bit worried.  Continues watching data from the probes too, especially the outer ones::
Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::turns the chair a bit more:: CAG: How *much* more, Major?
CNS_ENS_Renor says:
@OPS:  Well might as well make the most of what we got here.  I think I'll try and find a nice spot in this cave to set up shop.
FNS_Maxwell_Gauvin says:
::Sense Captain Daylans frustration and makes a few more notes.::
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: Hagath's ship enters the Sanctum.  The Amenti ship breaks off pursuit.
CNS_ENS_Renor says:
@::Leaves the group to find a quieter end of the cave.::
CTO_Lt_Kizlev says:
CO: Aye, sir. All forward photon launchers loaded and ready. ::hears the sensor alarm on his console:: Hagath's ship has just crossed the border. The Amenti have broken off their pursuit. Shall we maintain our course, sir?
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
@CNS:  And just what do you think you are going to sell to these..... ::stops as she realizes who she is speaking to.::
CAG_Maj_Sirk says:
CO: We'd need to close to ten thousand kliks.
SO_LtJG_Jakiel says:
::sees what is happening with the two ships in front of them and waits for Daylan's reaction.  Is feeling nervous about leaving Chuna undefended and watches for any data showing other unusual ships in the area::
CTO_Lt_Kizlev says:
CAG: Power has just been diverted, major. I think we can close the gap any second now...
CNS_ENS_Renor says:
@::Stops and turns.:: OPS:  Anything I can find, but assuming the worst we need to be ready for ration shortages.  No telling how this is going to turn out.
Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::looks back at the two tactical professionals and then back to the screen:: Dutyhelm: Maintain course. CTO: Have the engine room transfer power to the engines.
CNS_ENS_Renor says:
@::Jokingly::  OPS: Perhaps I can find a nice place to grow mushrooms.
CTO_Lt_Kizlev says:
::turns to Rhianna:: SO: I'll need power from your sensors to the targeting computer. We'll need to be as accurate as possible.
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
@CNS:  Aye Counselor.  ::raises an eyebrow at his last comment.::  With you Counselor nothing would surprise me.
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: Hagath's ship drops from warp and changes course.  He is heading for a large group of Synod ships.
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
@::returns after eating:: OPS/CNS: What'd I miss?
SO_LtJG_Jakiel says:
CO/CAG/CTO: The Amenti ship has broken off pursuit because our target has entered the Sanctum.
CAG_Maj_Sirk says:
CO: Without the Amenti with us we're putting the odds in Hagath's favor.
CNS_ENS_Renor says:
@OPS:  I will take that as a complement Commander. ::Turns back and continues down the cave.::
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
@CEO:  Well it would appear Renor thinks he is going to grow mushrooms and setup a shop.
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
@::sits:: OPS: Opportunistic as ever I see.
Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
CAG: The Amenti weren't in fighting shape anyway, Major. They would have been a liability. Load the firing solution and transfer fire control to Lieutenant Kizlev.
CTO_Lt_Kizlev says:
CO: They've dropped out of warp. I am detecting contacts....it's a full Synod battle group...nearly 60 ships. Hagath is attempting to reach their formations.
SO_LtJG_Jakiel says:
::feels frustrated herself and 'reaches' out with a bit of anger to sense what she can and then sees the sensors::  All: Our  enemy has changed course and...it seems there are other Synod vessels it is headed for...
CAG_Maj_Sirk says:
CO: I have to disagree with your tactics, sir.  The advantage has shifted in this scenario.
Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::stands up and glares at Sirk:: CAG: Your opinion is noted, Major. :;walks around to the tactical console:: CTO: Will we reach him before he reaches them?
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
@CEO:  Aye Commander but what can you expect? He is Ferengi after all.
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
@OPS: Nothing less
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
@CEO: And if we are here for a long time guess we should try and keep ourselves busy some how.
SO_LtJG_Jakiel says:
CO: Long range is also showing twenty five Starfleet ships, numerous classes, entering the Sanctum from the Federation space.  ::looks at Kizlev, not liking what is happening::
FNS_Maxwell_Gauvin says:
::Hearing the comments from the bridge officers.:: Self:  I may get the story I need after all.
CTO_Lt_Kizlev says:
::takes a deep breath as he looks at the computer's estimates:: CO: Yes, but it will be close. We can get one volley in before we fall into Synod firing range... ::hears Rhianna's report:: Self: Feels like Chin'toka all over again...
SO_LtJG_Jakiel says:
::nervously watches scans around Chuna::
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
@OPS: Yes, we could. I'm going to get to the control console for the shield.
Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
:;looks over at Jakiel:: SO: The whole patrol group? Why?
CAG_Maj_Sirk says:
CTO: We'll be flying into a bloody hornet's nest.  If we stop to fire once they'll be right on top of us.
SO_LtJG_Jakiel says:
CO: The fleet has not deemed it necessary for us to know this.  Hailing them and asking at this point would be dangerous information to pass.
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
@CEO:  Understood Commander.  I'm going to head to the shelters and make sure everyone is settling in ok for the time being.
CTO_Lt_Kizlev says:
CAG: We may have to resort to hit & run tactics to stay alive.
CNS_ENS_Renor says:
@::Stops and starts too think a minute.:: *CEO/OPS*:  Commander.  I was just thinking.  Is there a way we can contact the claymore by linking to the shuttle parked outside this cave?
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
@::Nods::
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
@CNS: You should be able to contact them from there
Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::listening to the exchange between the warfare specialists::
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
@CNS: We could see if we are still needed here
CAG_Maj_Sirk says:
CTO: There won't be any running from that, Lieutenant.  Sixty to one?  Hell, sixty to twenty-six if the patrol group comes, still won't mean sod all.
CNS_ENS_Renor says:
@*CEO*:  The shuttle is outside the protective shield.  Is there not a way to use the shuttle connunicatons from here?
CTO_Lt_Kizlev says:
CO: Captain, we're coming into range of Hagath's ship. I'll have a lock in 10 seconds...
SO_LtJG_Jakiel says:
::listens to Kizlev and Sirk wishing someone would point out the absurdity of one vessel not appointed to fight this much of an enemy and leave their assignment undefended::
CAG_Maj_Sirk says:
CO: We stop and we're finished, Captain.
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
@*CNS*: I'll try and tie in with my communicator
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
@::attempts to tie into the shuttles communications array::
CTO_Lt_Kizlev says:
::feels one hand tense up, gripping the edge of his console tightly, his body bracing itself, and the other hand over the firing keys:: ALL: 5 seconds...4...3...
Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::swallows, looking down at the mass of dots flying toward eachother on the screen:: Self: I... I can't start a major engagement by myself.
SO_LtJG_Jakiel says:
::starts the overlay of rotating shield signatures just in case the Synod vessels try to use the weapon's technology they discussed days ago::
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The Starfleet task force changes course and engages warp towards Claymore's position.
CNS_ENS_Renor says:
@::Continues his walk down the cave.::
Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
CTO: Stand down firing point procedures and transfer discretionary power to shields and engines.
FNS_Maxwell_Gauvin says:
::Senses the Captains emotions and makes a note of them for later.::
Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::walks back down to the command pit:: Dutyhelm: Reverse course. Make our bearing 180 Mark 0 immediately!
CTO_Lt_Kizlev says:
ALL: 2...1... ::hears the chrip on his console just as the captain gives orders, and lifts his hand away from fire control:: ...aye, sir.
SO_LtJG_Jakiel says:
::senses the Captain's confusion:: CO:  Captain, the Starfleet force is heading directly for us.  We are free to directly defend Chuna as a backup now.
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::attempts communication:: COM: Claymore: This is the Away team, please come in.
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
@::continues making her way to the shelters.::
SO_LtJG_Jakiel says:
::glances at Kizlev, exhaling in relief, sensing his negation of starting a battle::
Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::exhales and doesn't look at the screen as the spiking stars suddenly slide sideways as they maneuver:: CTO: Inform the patrol group that they need to break off and return across the border immediately.
FNS_Maxwell_Gauvin says:
::Suprised.::  CO: Captain your retreating?  Any statement for my readers?
CTO_Lt_Kizlev says:
::watches the scumbag Hagath get away while the Synod try to give chase as the Claymore falls back:: Self: Should we meet again, you're mine, Hagath. CO: Captain...we're breaking off completely?
SO_LtJG_Jakiel says:
COM: Chuna team: We are receiving you.
Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::addresses Kizlev and Gauvin at the same time:: Both: I have my orders. Chuna is my priority.
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: Claymore breaks off pursuit of Hagath's vessel and can only watch as he rendezvous with several Synod vessels.
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
@COM: Claymore: SO: Whats the status of the ship? We're fine here, and fit to return.
FNS_Maxwell_Gauvin says:
CO: Even though that means now the Synod have access to Biogenic weapons for later use on federation targets?
CTO_Lt_Kizlev says:
::almost growls in an objective tone:: CO: I... ::then his voice calms with a deep, disgruntled exhale:: ...understand, captain. Informing the fleet of your request now...
Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::looks tiredly at Gauvin:: FNS: No comment.
SO_LtJG_Jakiel says:
COM:Chuna team: We will be returning.  Pursuit...has changed.
FNS_Maxwell_Gauvin says:
CO:  Fine, Captain. I was just making sure my facts were correct.  So I can tell my readers now the Synod is an even bigger threat to the Federation.
SO_LtJG_Jakiel says:
FNS:  The Synod was always a threat, nothing has changed.  Only our information.
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
@COM: *SO*: I hear you. We'll await your return and new orders.
FNS_Maxwell_Gauvin says:
SO: Good point, they where always a threat.  Now they are a bigger threat and able to wipe out entire planets.
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
@OPS/CNS: They are on there way back
CAG_Maj_Sirk says:
::is fed up with this reporter:: FNS: The only reason you're able to make this little report of yours is because we retreated.
CTO_Lt_Kizlev says:
::feels his inner peace disintegrating to his sense of pride, not happy at all to break off what was sure to have been a battle worthy of song and winter poetry::
Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::orders the helm to make course for Chuna::
SO_LtJG_Jakiel says:
COM:Chuna team:  Very good.  I will inform the Captain and see if he has standby orders.  ::is becoming highly irritated with the reporter::
FNS_Maxwell_Gauvin says:
CAG: As long as that helps you sleep Major.
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
@CEO: Acknowledged. Let us know when they have arrived.  ::picks up a box and helps one of the Chunum carry it into their new home.::
CNS_ENS_Renor says:
@::Meets back up with the team.::  All: good any word on the weapon falling onto us?
SO_LtJG_Jakiel says:
FNS:  You err.  Biogenic weapons were used by Tarellians, they are not new.  Hagath did not use the weapon as you saw.  Sensational reporting is only for the benefit of the press's publicity.
CAG_Maj_Sirk says:
FNS: A civvie like you couldn't begin to fathom the choices we make on a daily basis.
Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::raises and sharpens his voice a little too much:: All: Enough! Mister Gauvin, we have work to do up here and some of it will be of a sensitive nature. I need you to leave this bridge now and return to your quarters. ::pauses:: I'll send someone for you when it's safe to return.
CTO_Lt_Kizlev says:
::listens to the CAG's and SO's exchange with the reporter, thinking that he needs time to ponder the feelings he just felt...the unexpected bloodthristiness he originally felt when news of his father's death had arrived years ago::
FNS_Maxwell_Gauvin says:
CO: Of course Captain.  I have a report to get out to the FNS.  It was a pleasure as always.
SO_LtJG_Jakiel says:
::smiles, glad for the new orders towards the reporter::
FNS_Maxwell_Gauvin says:
::Enters the TL and smiles at the bridge crew as the door closes.::
Host CO_Capt_Daylan says:
::leans back heavily in the chair:: CTO: Stand down to yellow alert. Disarm the weapons.
Host SMDave says:
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