USS DON JOHNSON   NCC 61701

SD 10412.02

Occam's Razor Part V

Summary:
The USS Don Johnson, now 1.7 million kilometers inside the atmosphere of P-11, has begun a critical faze of the mission.  The class five probe launched by the XO earlier is positioned 270,000 kilometers deeper and in close proximity to the original class three probe.  The Don Johnson remains stable and sound.  Power systems are running hot, but are holding their own.  The pressure on the hull and superstructure are immense but so far, manageable.  The time to the next expected transmission from the as yet unidentified source, just under 10 minutes.  The stage is set, all the pieces are on the board and the game is ready to begin.  Will the crew be able to keep the ship from imploding?  Will her engineering department be able compensate for the exuberant power demands?  What will the transmission reveal? Who knows but we shall find out won’t we?

Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
          {{{{{{{{{RESUME}}}}}}}}
CSO_JohnSea says:
::at Sci-1 with the Library Computer tie in, in his ear::
CO_Adrel says:
ALL: Report!
CTO_MeganSea says:
::at her station, watching Neiman:: CO: Weapons at 50% power.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
<FCO>  ::working controls::  CO:  Captain, we are approaching the coordinates.
CSO_JohnSea says:
CO: Given the fact we are only using probes, and the fact that shields are currently configured to resist pressure and not deflect energy, we should withdraw from the atmosphere
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
::looks over at the CTO, noticing her stare, and smiles to himself::
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
*CO*: Sir Engineering is working on the pressure situation problem and we can guarantee up to 6 hours but that is at extreme risk.  As for getting us out of the atmosphere that is another thing.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
CSO:  I wouldn't advise that.  We've come this far.  
CTO_MeganSea says:
::keeps eye contact with Neiman::
CO_Adrel says:
CSO: Noted, Cmdr, but we will stay in the atmosphere for a while, not as long as the shields can resist, but enough to gather info.
CSO_JohnSea says:
Cmdr: With all due respect there is no reason to stay in the atmosphere if we can use probes.
CO_Adrel says:
*XO*: Good. We won't stay there for 6 hours.
CSO_JohnSea says:
CO: In addition, I severely doubt it if we can even form a warp field in here, if we are attacked and the shields buckle its curtains.
CTO_MeganSea says:
::taps several buttons on her console, checking with her security teams around the ship::
CO_Adrel says:
Neiman: I'm granting you 2 hours. If I recall, you told me it would be plenty.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
CSO:  And exactly how many of your probes are still working?
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
CO:  Thank you Captain.
CSO_JohnSea says:
Neiman: The probe furthest in is disabled and adrift.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
::turns to controls, tasking sensors::  
CTO_MeganSea says:
::thinks if the probes have ceased to function, what does that tell you if we go in there::
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
CSO:  That's right, and in another ten minutes, the one closer to us will also go down.
CO_Adrel says:
CSO: We will stay 2 hours, Cmdr. I know this mission is extremely important for SF, so I'm willing to give Cmdr.  Neiman 2 hours of closer range to the transmission. Not a minute more though as I know the risks.
CSO_JohnSea says:
CO: Permission to deploy probes into space as early warning network for other ships
CTO_MeganSea says:
::begins a count down from 2 hours::
CO_Adrel says:
CSO: Granted.
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
*CO*: Sir Lt. Arca has suggested that we might be able to use the probes as some sort of link with each other to get the telemetry from the probe that is the farthest out.
CO_Adrel says:
CTO: Go to red alert. I don't want people going around the ship in such a critical situation.
CSO_JohnSea says:
::launches probes into space, establishing tachyon grid network and LRS warning::
CTO_MeganSea says:
CO: Aye, setting Red Alert condition.
CO_Adrel says:
*XO*: See if it works with the CSO and Neiman and if it would help Neiman gather info.
CO_Adrel says:
FCO: Are we there yet? ::smiles::
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
*CO*: Understood sir.
CTO_MeganSea says:
::can imagine the klaxon sounding throughout the ship::
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
::looks to the CSO::  I'm reading a sensor contact, 300,000 km below us.  You seeing that too?
CSO_JohnSea says:
::switching to SRS::
CTO_MeganSea says:
::brings up the sensors on her screen::
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
ACTION:  Sensors are detecting a metallic object, spherical, about 1.5 meters in diameter.
CSO_JohnSea says:
All: One metallic object of unknown composition, 1.5 meters in diameter, z minus 300,000 km.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
CSO:  That's our baby...  I knew it!  ::checks sensors::  Strange, no power readings.
CSO_JohnSea says:
CO: Permission to attempt tractor?
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
CSO:  Can you increase sensor resolution?
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
*CSO*: Sir I can link probes to each other to get closer to what you need.
CO_Adrel says:
Neiman: What do you know about your "baby"? Should we tractor it?
CSO_JohnSea says:
*XO* We have identified an object feeding you data now.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
CO:  NO!  No tractor beams!
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
*CSO*: Understood.
CO_Adrel says:
Neiman: Why?
CTO_MeganSea says:
::raises an eyebrow at his outburst::
CSO_JohnSea says:
Neiman: Your outburst demonstrates knowledge you have not shared with us
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
CO:  I ahhh....  
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
::begins to receive the information::
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
CO:  I don't want to risk moving it until I know more about it.  
CSO_JohnSea says:
CO: He is in violation of our agreement of sharing information.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
CO:  Can we take the ship closer?
CTO_MeganSea says:
::glances at Santiago::
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
CSO:  Commander, really.  ::rolls eyes::
CSO_JohnSea says:
CO: I don’t have to be psychic to know he is deliberately concealing information
CO_Adrel says:
Neiman: Mr. Neiman, I won't move the ship closer until I know more. You are withholding information, I'm keeping my ship where it is.
CTO_MeganSea says:
::narrows eyes, thinking if Neiman rolls his eyes one more time.........::
CSO_JohnSea says:
CO: We are at full tolerance levels, the object isn’t going anywhere , I suggest we withdraw and interview Mr. Neiman before proceeding.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
::glares at the CO then smiles::  CO:  A moment Captain, motions to the ready room::
CTO_MeganSea says:
CO: I insist that Santiago accompany Mr. Neiman into your ready room.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
::glares at the CTO::  
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
*CO*: Sir I would not get to close to that thing.  Remember all our power is generated into the shields and pressure.
CO_Adrel says:
::nods and gets up:: CTO: Santiago can stay near the door... outside.
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
::feels the Commanders anger with the Captain::
CO_Adrel says:
*XO*: We are not moving, Cmdr.
CO_Adrel says:
::leads Neiman to her ready room::
CTO_MeganSea says:
::motions Santiago to stand guard at the ready room door::
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
::follows the CO::
CSO_JohnSea says:
::scans object for composition data::
CO_Adrel says:
::in the RR turns to face Neiman:: Neiman: So?
CO_Adrel says:
::sits on the edge of her desk looking at Neiman::
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
ACTION:  Sensor scans seem to bounce back from the sphere.
CSO_JohnSea says:
::attempts sonar scan::
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
CO:  So...  Captain I must apologize, but I was told to keep certain aspects of the mission from you, for as long as possible.
CSO_JohnSea says:
::emitting varying frequency active sonic scan::
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
::watches the power grids::
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
ACTION:  Sonar bounces back, giving precise distance and coordinates.
CTO_MeganSea says:
::receives an hourly report from her delta team in Engineering::
CO_Adrel says:
Neiman: I think the as long as possible ends here. Especially if you expect me to put my ship and crew at risk.
CSO_JohnSea says:
::feeds coordinates into library computer::
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
*CTO*: Power is still holding at current rate?
CTO_MeganSea says:
::communicates with Major Hunter that he should send someone up to  relieve Santiago in an hour::
CSO_JohnSea says:
::attempts to determine material properties by harmonic reflective properties of the returning sound waves::
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
CO:  Yes sir....  Starfleet has suspected what the transmission source was.  That suspicion has now all but been confirmed.
CTO_MeganSea says:
*XO* Aye, confirmed.
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
::hands fly over console making slight adjustments in power output::
CO_Adrel says:
Neiman: I'm listening.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
CO:  The object we are scanning is a probe of some type, its origin is well beyond the boundary of our galaxy.
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
Ens. Spanner: Son I need those offline fusion reactors online now.  Get stepping.
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
<Spanner>: XO: Yes Ma'am.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
ACTION:  Sensors detect movement from the sphere, it is moving deeper into the atmosphere, and away from the DJ
CSO_JohnSea says:
::there it goes, later gator::
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
CO:  In truth, I have encountered one such probe before.   It was on the USS Scarab, about a year ago.
CTO_MeganSea says:
::notes the movement on her sensors:: John: I pray we don't go in any deeper.
CSO_JohnSea says:
*CO* Object is being pulled deeper into planetary body
CO_Adrel says:
Neiman: And what did you find out back then? What species are we facing?
CO_Adrel says:
*CSO*: Aye. Keep the ship in the same location and continue scanning and keeping an eye on that thing.
CSO_JohnSea says:
Megan: We can’t go any deeper, we are at maximum tolerance, we will need to return to SB and have our modules mission fitted
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
CO:  We don't know the species, not yet.  The probe we had on the Scarab, self-destructed.
CTO_MeganSea says:
::nods::
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
*CSO*: Is it my imagination or is this thing of Cmdr. Neiman's going deeper into the lower atmosphere?
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
::raises an eyebrow::
CO_Adrel says:
Neiman: Was it harmful for the crew and ship? Did it leave a message? Why are we scanning it now? Why can't we tractor it? Sorry, I have loads of questions.
CSO_JohnSea says:
*CO* We are at maximum tolerable levels, we should return to SB and have our mission  modules fitted with pressure shields generators
CSO_JohnSea says:
*XO* Affirmative.  It is out of reach.
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
Self:  There goes the neighborhood.
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
*CSO*: Understood.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
CO:  The probe's destruction was, I believe a self-defense measure.  I have the means to contain it, safely, if we can get within transporter range.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
ACTION:  Sensors detect a growing energy wave beginning to build up within the sphere.
CO_Adrel says:
*CSO* One moment...
CSO_JohnSea says:
::scanning::
CO_Adrel says:
Neiman: But you heard the CSO, the sphere went farther in the atmosphere. The ship won't withstand such a trip. We'll have to wait.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
CO:  Sir, we have to net it before it goes to transmit, we are close enough in proximity to it that it could cause some damage.
CTO_MeganSea says:
::looks at the wave energy building:: CSO: Can we withstand a burst from this thing?
CSO_JohnSea says:
CTO: Unknown
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
::hands hovering over her boards waiting::
CSO_JohnSea says:
*XO*:  Request permission to back us off, the object is generating an energy wave
CO_Adrel says:
Neiman: We can tractor beam it?
CTO_MeganSea says:
::notifies Sickbay to have all families moved to the inner part of the ship immediately::
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
*CSO*: Agreed back us off.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
CO:  I wouldn't advise it.
CSO_JohnSea says:
All: Aft impulse engines all astern
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
ACTION:  Energy wave readings go off the scale.  Alarms are sounding on the bridge.
CTO_MeganSea says:
*CO*:  Captain to the bridge.
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
::hands fly over the board once again:: Spanner:  Engage fusion reactors 3-8 and push them into the shields.
CO_Adrel says:
Neiman: I doubt the ship will be able to stand the trip in there, especially since it has gotten farther.... :: hears the sounds:: What?
CSO_JohnSea says:
Aloud:  Full about take us out of here, *XO* Request your presence on the bridge we are in danger.
CO_Adrel says:
::storms out of RR::
CO_Adrel says:
ALL: Status!
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
*CSO*: You should have enough to get us back some distance.
CSO_JohnSea says:
CO: We are in danger
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
*CO*: Sir we are in big trouble sir.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
CO:  My equipment can enhance the transporter, I might be able to get a lock on it.
CSO_JohnSea says:
CO: Energy buildup, our shields are not configured to deflect energy we must escape.
CSO_JohnSea says:
CO: We will have to lower shields to transport.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
<ACTION>  Alarms sound as the sphere's energy output peaks, there is a brief flash of light as the transmission signal is sent.  The power of the signal is so great it causes a total power overload.  All power on the DJ is lost, emergency lights come on.
CTO_MeganSea says:
<Santiago> :;stands immediately behind Neiman::
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
::hands still fly over the control boards::  Spanner: Get fusion reactor.......Whoa!!
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
<ACTION>  Damage Report:  Main power, down.  Auxiliary power, down.  Emergency Power 50%.  This effects all power sources on the DJ operational at the time of the transmission.  LCARS has no higher functions, base functions 90%, protected memory archive is intact.  Damage is mainly system overloads and burn-outs due to the extreme power surge caused by proximity to the transmission source.  
CO_Adrel says:
ALL: Oh god... That's not good. Status everyone? Can we move out of here with the emergency power?
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
Santiago:  Hey man, I didn't do anything.
CTO_MeganSea says:
<Santiago>::looks at Neiman but remains nearby::
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
*CO*: Sir I have major damage to all power systems.
CTO_MeganSea says:
::grabs a extinguisher and puts out a fire at an aux station::
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
CO:  Captain, I need to return to the lab, my equipment is still functioning, I might be able to salvage this.
CO_Adrel says:
*XO*: Do your best to bring critical systems back online. Get all ENG on the job and get everyone who has ENG knowledge to help out!
CO_Adrel says:
Neiman: salvage? What is left to salvage?
CSO_JohnSea says:
CO: We must disengage Neiman's machine, it is set on a power draw, it will drain all energy dry.
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
*CO*: Auxiliary power is down.  Emergency power is 50% and is affecting all power sources on the ship.  LCARS is base functioning at 90% and the protected memory archive is intact.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
CO:  I can still net the probe, it should be nearly drained of power now.  Now is the time to capture it.
CTO_MeganSea says:
::glares at Neiman and motions Santiago to shadow him where ever he goes::
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
*CO*: Damage is mainly system overloads and burn outs due to the extreme power surge caused by proximity to the transmission source.
CTO_MeganSea says:
::drops the extinguisher and checks other stations for damage::
CO_Adrel says:
Neiman: Go! Use as less power as possible and as soon as it's in, we shut everything you don't need.
CO_Adrel says:
CSO: Assist Cmdr Neiman.
CSO_JohnSea says:
CO: We must withdraw before we are lost we may have a chance to escape before we are drawn down by gravity.
CSO_JohnSea says:
::fires chemical rockets to attempt resist gravity::
CO_Adrel says:
CSO: We must get this sphere, Cmdr.
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
*CO*: I strongly suggest that what ever Cmdr. Neiman is planning be put on hold till I can get the ship functioning again.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
::turns and makes for the TL, is frustrated that the doors won't open, because the TL system is down::  Self:  Damn!
CO_Adrel says:
*XO*: Cmdr Neiman has been given one chance to retrieve the sphere. Then, you'll have all power he is using.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
::takes out his PADD and links it to his equipment in the lab::
CTO_MeganSea says:
<Santiago>: Neiman: Looks like its the JT for you.
CSO_JohnSea says:
::frowns:: CO: For the record I record that this is against the express advice of your Chief Science Officer
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
Spanner: Son we are in bad shape I need damage control teams to all decks and survey damages and get back to me ASAP.
CO_Adrel says:
CSO: Noted, Cmdr Sea. I'll add it to my report to SF.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
Santiago:  Forget that, I can do what I need to from here.  ::holds up the PADD then taps on the keys::
CSO_JohnSea says:
::leaves for Neiman’s quarters::
CTO_MeganSea says:
<Santiago> ::looks over Neiman's shoulder::
CO_Adrel says:
FCO: Do your best to keep the ship steady.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
ACTION:  In the lab assigned to Neiman, the array of specialized equipment lights up, the huge device near the center of the room activates
CSO_JohnSea says:
::opens tricorder and monitors ship's power::
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
::speaking to the entire engineering staff:: ALL:  I know that I am not your CEO but this is what we are going to get done first.  Priority first is ships power.  I want it back up ASAP.  Second are the shields and SIF systems. Third is the weapon systems.  I want all systems checked and triple checked.  I want Auxiliary power on in 15 minutes.
CTO_MeganSea says:
::feels there is little she can do from the bridge::
CSO_JohnSea says:
::watching power draw from machines::
CO_Adrel says:
Neiman: Cmdr, don't push your luck. This has to be quick, all seconds you use can be fatal to my crew and ship.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
ACTION:  Engineering will detect a single transporter system has come on, cargo transporter in cargo bay one.
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
*CO*: Sir I have every man and woman on the job.  I am hoping to get Aux..............What the hell????
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
CO: Almost got it, Captain
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
*CO*: We have a cargo transporter in cargo bay 1 online and in transport now.
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
*CO*; There is not enough power for that.
CO_Adrel says:
*XO*: Let it in.
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
::watches the engineering power grid light up like a Christmas tree::
CSO_JohnSea says:
Neiman: Based on transporter science, the object is of unknown composition, how do you expect the transporter buffer to assemble something so unknown?
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
*CO*: Sir........This could really do severe damage.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
CSO:  Just watch.  ::smiles::
CO_Adrel says:
*XO*: You let it in, Cmdr. You are an expert in ENG,  you fix it after.
CTO_MeganSea says:
::sends team three to stand by near the transporter in Cargo bay 1::
CO_Adrel says:
CTO: Send some people to Cargo bay 1.
CSO_JohnSea says:
*CO*:  We are attempting to use the transporter, which of course goes through the buffer, plus the object is unknown, and radiating power.
CTO_MeganSea says:
CO: Already on it, Ma'am
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
::raises eyebrow:: Self: Great now what.
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
*CO*: Understood sir.  Allowing it to complete transport.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
ACTION:  The transporter activates, beginning a retrieval cycle.  Seconds later, the sphere materializes in the large piece of equipment in Neiman's lab, it is immediately enveloped by a stasis field.
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
*Sickbay*: Engage radiation protocols.
CTO_MeganSea says:
CO: The team is ready.
CSO_JohnSea says:
::looks at sphere:: Aloud: This is a bad idea.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
CO:  Got it.  ::smiles at the CSO::
CTO_MeganSea says:
<Sickbay> *XO* we're on it
CSO_JohnSea says:
Neiman:  And when it transmits again?
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
CO:  Now, the stasis field won't last long, I recommend getting some power back online.
CTO_MeganSea says:
CSO: I predict that there won't be a living soul left on the DJ.  ::glares at Neiman::
CO_Adrel says:
Neiman: My team is already working on it.  And we need to take all your systems offline, except the field to give it more power.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
CSO:  The stasis field should prevent it.  Assuming...
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
:picks up a tool kit and goes to the Plasma injector control room and begins to repair the badly fried injectors::
CO_Adrel says:
*XO*: Transport is complete. Work on getting power now.
CSO_JohnSea says:
CO: This must be off the ship in less than 31 hours or we will be incinerated.
CSO_JohnSea says:
Neiman: I challenge that assertion as reckless.
CO_Adrel says:
CSO: Indeed. So let's all work together to bring power back up!
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
CSO:  Reckless?  ::laughs slightly::
CSO_JohnSea says:
CO: Let us now leave the planet.
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
*CO*:  Already on it.  Self:  This is going to be one of those missions again.  ::closes eyes and clears her mind of all distractions and begins to concentrate on her work::
CO_Adrel says:
FCO:  Do you have enough power to take us out of the atmosphere?
CTO_MeganSea says:
::three teams of security personnel show up at the lab, standing just outside::
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
ACTION:  Engineering is able to restore auxiliary power. 
CO_Adrel says:
Neiman: Shut down all your equipment you don't need. We need the power.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
CO:  Bad idea, sir.  
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
*FCO*: You should have close to 85% of impulse power.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
<FCO> *XO*:  Aye sir, engines are coming online.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
<FCO>  CO:  I have maneuvering power Captain.
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
*CO*: Sir we have restored auxiliary power for now.  I am working on the warp plasma injectors.
CO_Adrel says:
FCO: Then move us out.
CO_Adrel says:
*XO*: Very good. Keep up!
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
<FCO>  ::working controls::  Aye sir, plotting an exit trajectory.  
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
*CO*: Don't push her.  She is wired and jury rigged like a Christmas tree.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
<FCO>  Aloud:  Engaging impulse engines, hold on people, there's going to be a little bump.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
ACTION:  The DJ lurches slightly.
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
Ens. Woodson: Son where are my weapons?
CTO_MeganSea says:
::steadies herself::
CSO_JohnSea says:
CO: I am having trouble with LCARS interfaces this is serious.
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
::feels the bump::
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
<FCO>  Aloud:  Altitude is increasing...   10 minutes to break atmosphere.
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
*CO*: Sir about the LCARS systems I should have most of them back online in 5 minutes.
CSO_JohnSea says:
*Computer*:  Reroute all pathways around damaged interfaces, task bridge sub-processor for damage.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
<LCARS>  CSO:  Operation complete.
CSO_JohnSea says:
*Computer*:  Restore corrupted files from archive.
CTO_MeganSea says:
::asks for a level 4 diagnostic on the weapons and shields::
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
<LCARS>  CSO:  Files restored.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
<LCARS>  ::beeps at the CTO::
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
Self: This is a crazy system here.  Oh wait here you go you little devil.  ::replaces the injector and power begins to increase::
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
CO:  Captain, permission to go to the lab, and check on the baby?
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
*CTO*: You should have full weapons in 15 seconds.
CTO_MeganSea says:
<Santiago> ::alert and ready to follow Neiman::
CTO_MeganSea says:
*XO*: Thank you commander.
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
*CO*: Sir I don't know how happy our CEO is going to be when he sees what I have done.
CTO_MeganSea says:
::checks her console and brings weapons online::
CO_Adrel says:
Neiman: Go. Santiago will follow.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
ACTION:  Partial main power is restored.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
::leaves the bridge, with Santiago in tow::
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
*CO*: But sir I do know this we have power coming back on all systems.  I do suggest that we do not let this happen again.
CTO_MeganSea says:
CO: Weapons and shields have been restored.
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
*CTO*: Sir I have partial shielding now.  Working on the rest.
CO_Adrel says:
*XO*: It's not like I wanted it to happen, either, Cmdr. Keep doing your best.
CO_Adrel says:
CTO: Great. Bring shields up.
CTO_MeganSea says:
*XO*:  Aye.
CSO_JohnSea says:
CO: I suggest we contact HQ and deposit the object somewhere for study, we are not equipped to hold on to this bomb.
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
*CO*: Understood sir.
CTO_MeganSea says:
CO: Bringing shields up to  60%.
CO_Adrel says:
CSO: Neiman has something to hold it.
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
::shakes her head of the cobwebs and continues with the major repairs::
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
::Neiman reaches his lab and enters, moves to his equipment and checks on the condition of the sphere.::
CSO_JohnSea says:
CO: I refer of course to the next transmission in 31 hrs.
CO_Adrel says:
*Neiman*:  Cmdr Neiman, I'll let the admiral know that your baby is in.
CTO_MeganSea says:
:under her breath:: Yeah, but can he hold it? That's the 60 million dollar question.
CO_Adrel says:
CSO: Yeah, I fear what may happen too. Let's hope we can put it to safety before the next transmission occurs.
XO_Cmdr_Shemara says:
Self:  I need to change this uniform it is just as dirty as I get it in engineering anyway.  ::lets out a Klingon belly laugh that makes her staff stop look and start laughing::
CSO_JohnSea says:
::attempts to analyze and decrypt the last signal::
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
::while adjusting the stasis field generator::  *CO*:  Thank-you Captain. 
CTO_MeganSea says:
::Santiago and three other security personnel stand just outside the lab::
CO_Adrel says:
ALL: I'm going to my RR to send the admiral a message.
Host Cmdr_Neiman says:
         {{{{{PAUSE}}}}}}