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USS Seleya - 10409.26

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"Debt of Honour - The Beginning of the End" - Part 1

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SUMMARY: The Seleya has been ordered to go assist the task force in the Nacandarian universe, using the "Tunnel" discovered by the Claymore. The information gathered from the Kindleener mission prompted this action from SFC, since the President was still missing, even though it was top secret information.

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<<<<<<< BEGIN MISSION >>>>>>>>

OPS_Ens_Whittiker says:
:: Sitting at his console on the bridge, sorting out replicator rations ::

CSO_LtCmdr_Revell-Francis says:
:: Sits on the bridge at his station, studying the briefing about this Tunnel ::

XO_LtCmdr_Darklighter says:
::standing beside the CSO, reviewing all the data he has on the tunnel::::

CNS_Ens_Modalis says:
::is sat at her seat on the bridge::

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
::In sickbay going over information about the Nacandarians ::

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
:: Closes the console of his desktop workstation in his ready room, and pushes himself out of the chair ::

CSO_LtCmdr_Revell-Francis says:
:: Without looking up from the charts and graphs :: XO: This is quite the conundrum we've got on our hands...

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
:: Grabs the box placed on the table along with a PADD and quickly checks his reflection in the conveniently placed mirror by the door ::

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
:: Steps out onto the Bridge and looks around ::

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
Ops: ETA to spatial anomaly?

XO_LtCmdr_Darklighter says:
CSO: Yeah the fun never stops on this ship.

CIV_LtCmdr_Harek says:
::steps back towards the turbo lift:: XO: If you excuse me, I'll be in sickbay with the CMO

OPS_Ens_Whittiker says:
CO: 23 Minutes.

XO_LtCmdr_Darklighter says:
::nods to the CIV:: Ok, welcome back once again.

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
CNS: How are things coming along, Ensign?

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
:: Walks out into the Command Area, eyeing up the Bridge staff::

CNS_Ens_Modalis says:
::looks up from her console:: CO: Sir?

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
CNS: Things coming along okay, Ensign?

CIV_LtCmdr_Harek says:
::nods and steps back into the turbolift:: TL: Sickbay

CSO_LtCmdr_Revell-Francis says:
:: Looks at the main viewscreen and then back to the information display :: XO: It's that there three species we are dealing with now that I'm worrying about.  That's a lot more potential tension than anyone needs.

CNS_Ens_Modalis says:
CO: I'm having difficulty accessing any psychological information on the Nacandarians other than what we already know, sir.

XO_LtCmdr_Darklighter says:
CSO: Three species, each with their own little plot and all seem to end with us looking like that bad guys.

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
CNS: Understood.  Well, work with what you have... perhaps you'll have a sudden burst of inspiration.

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
XO: Lieutenant Commander Darklighter, do you have a moment?

CNS_Ens_Modalis says:
CO: Sir.  ::turns back to her console::

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
:: Is stood next to the CO's chair now and sets both of the objects he's carrying down on them ::

CSO_LtCmdr_Revell-Francis says:
:: Taps a few keys to highlight some of the points on the charts and studies them more closely ::

XO_LtCmdr_Darklighter says:
::looks up at the CO:: CO: Yes sir ::stands up straight and walks towards the CO::

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
*CMO, CIV* All senior staff to the Bridge, on the double.

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
::Exits Sickbay and heads for the nearest TL:: *CO*:Understood.

CIV_LtCmdr_Harek says:
::steps of the turbolift, heading for sickbay as the comm comes on:: Self: Arghhhh!  I was just there ::turns around and heads back to the TL::

CSO_LtCmdr_Revell-Francis says:
:: Hears the CO make the announcement and decides it would do well to listen closely ::

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
::Enters the TL:: TL: Bridge.

CIV_LtCmdr_Harek says:
::nods as he enters the same TL as the CMO:: CMO: I was just about to come see you.

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
CIV: You were?  ::raises an eyebrow::

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ACTION: The TL seems to be quicker than usual and shortly the CMO & CIV step onto the bridge.

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
XO: LtCmdr Darklighter, in my recent absence you led this crew through both a difficult personal time, and a difficult mission; you did more than succeed in both of these tasks.  For going above and beyond the call of duty on this occasion and so many others since becoming executive officer of the Seleya

CIV_LtCmdr_Harek says:
CMO: Orders, Lieutenant!

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
CIV: Yes well I didn't think you'd come down there for a social visit.

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
XO: Both Starfleet Command and I have come to the conclusion that you're ready for the next challenge of your Starfleet Career.

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
:: Picks up the PADD and hands it to him ::

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
XO: It is my pleasure to promote you to the rank of Commander, with all the rights and responsibilities that entails.

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
::Quiets down and joins the rest of the staff::

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
:: Removes a pin from the box, reaches over to remove his blank one, draws blood and pins it on ::

OPS_Ens_Whittiker says:
::Turns to watch the proceedings, smiling again::

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
XO: Congratulations, Commander. :: Offers him his hand ::

XO_LtCmdr_Darklighter says:
::straights up a bit more and takes the PADD :: CO: Thank you captain. ::shakes the Captain's hand::

CSO_LtCmdr_Revell-Francis says:
:: Starts the applause ::

OPS_Ens_Whittiker says:
:;claps along with the CSO::

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
::joins in::

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
XO: Thank you, Commander.

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
CMO: Lieutenant, Junior Grade Atreides; front and centre.

XO_Cmdr_Darklighter says:
::takes a step back as the CMO is called::

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
::Steps forward::

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
CMO: This was a difficult mission for all of you, I know... the reports I'm sure don't even cover half of the real story. Regardless, your concern for sentient life and commitment to saving both the Viren host and our late mission specialist can be seen loud and clear in the files.

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
::straightens a little::

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
CMO: For this outstanding effort, Starfleet Medical, in association with the Trill Symbiosis Commission is happy to award you the Starfleet Surgeon's Medal for valour.

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
CMO: Congratulations.

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
CO: Thank you, Sir. ::smiles::

CSO_LtCmdr_Revell-Francis says:
:: Applauds politely ::

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
::Shakes the CO's hand::

OPS_Ens_Whittiker says:
::applauds::

XO_Cmdr_Darklighter says:
::joins in applauding::

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
ALL: Right, now that that's over with, we have a job to do.

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
ALL: Stations, everyone.

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
Ops: Have you ascertained the nature of the Starfleet Taskforce in Nacandarian space?

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
CIV: Suppose we should head back to SB.

XO_Cmdr_Darklighter says:
::returns to the CSO's side and continues to work with the CSO::

CIV_LtCmdr_Harek says:
CMO: I'm sure getting a lot of exercise today, after you Lt.

OPS_Ens_Whittiker says:
:;Swivels his chair back to its normal position, and checks the scans of surrounding space, and the ship's status:: CO: The Starfleet taskforce consists of twelve ships, including the Eridanus and the Scimitar.

CSO_LtCmdr_Revell-Francis says:
XO: Congratulations again, Commander.

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
CIV: Luckily we don't have to take the stairs ::winks::

OPS_Ens_Whittiker says:
CO: It also includes the Nighthawk, the Vesuvius and the Dublin.

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ACTION: The "Tunnel" registers on sensors.

XO_Cmdr_Darklighter says:
CSO: Thank you.

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
::Goes to the TL and motions for CIV to step inside::

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
Ops: Is the Seleya the only Sovereign-Class vessel in the taskforce?

CSO_LtCmdr_Revell-Francis says:
:: Checks the LRS for the right signatures and scans the vicinity :: CO/XO: We're approaching the Tunnel.

CIV_LtCmdr_Harek says:
::walks inside:: CMO: Congratulations on the medal.

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
CIV: Thank you. ::smiles again::

OPS_Ens_Whittiker says:
CO: yes it is.  We are the largest ship in the fleet proceeding to Nacandarian space.

OPS_Ens_Whittiker says:
CO: We are to rendezvous with them and "provide all aid and assistance necessary to the successful completion of the mission"...  I'm quoting.

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
Ops: Understood. Thank you.

OPS_Ens_Whittiker says:
CO: It's always a pleasure. :;Turns around and smiles at the CO, letting charm wash out over him::

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
:: Raises an eyebrow at the young Ensign ::

CIV_LtCmdr_Harek says:
TL: Sickbay

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
CSO: Forward the recommended shield harmonics from SFC to Ops please.

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
Ops: Initiate shield strengthening.

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
:: Hits a button ::

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
::Takes the Medal off and slips it into his pocket::

CSO_LtCmdr_Revell-Francis says:
CO: Aye aye :: Sends the data over the Operations console ::

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
CSO: Tunnel onscreen.

OPS_Ens_Whittiker says:
CO: Aye Sir.  CSO: Information received.  We should be able to implement this in half an hour.  I will liaise with Engineering.

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
CIV: You'd think TLs would run faster...

CSO_LtCmdr_Revell-Francis says:
:: Puts the visual up on the viewscreen ::

OPS_Ens_Whittiker says:
All: Tunnel on main viewscreen.

CSO_LtCmdr_Revell-Francis says:
OPS: If you need any help, let me know.

OPS_Ens_Whittiker says:
CSO: Will do.

CIV_LtCmdr_Harek says:
CMO: Safety regulation, wouldn't want to be on out-of-control turbolifts.

Host SM-Lyon says:
ACTION: The Tunnel looks quite nondescript to the naked eye, more like an absence of light in a certain spot than anything else. The view through the sensor array is a different story altogether.

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
CIV: Of course not, I hate being crushed as much as the next guy.

CSO_LtCmdr_Revell-Francis says:
:: Performs some scans using the upper-band frequencies ::

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
:: Hits the button on his chair ::

OPS_Ens_Whittiker says:
::Looking at the sensor scan:: Self: This is amazing....

CIV_LtCmdr_Harek says:
::steps of the turbolift as it stops:: CMO: After you Lieutenant.

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
::Steps out of the TL and heads for Sickbay::

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ACTION: Through the sensor array, the Tunnel looks like a vortex of brilliant colours, spiralling ever inwards.

CSO_LtCmdr_Revell-Francis says:
:: Tries to scan through the tunnel, looking for the remainder of the task force and the space on the other side ::

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
*All Hands* All hands, this is the Captain speaking. We're about to enter "The Tunnel", the spatial anomaly that will take us to Nacandarian space. Be on the lookout for system malfunctions; if any occur notify your superior officer immediately. Muir out.

OPS_Ens_Whittiker says:
CSO: Are you getting the same reading I am?  ::disbelief in his voice::

CIV_LtCmdr_Harek says:
:::follows the CMO to sickbay::

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
Self: Anomalies? Glad I'm not in the TL...

OPS_Ens_Whittiker says:
:;Taps out a request for the CEO to implement the shield-frequency changes and power increases he got from the CSO::

CSO_LtCmdr_Revell-Francis says:
OPS: ... It is remarkable.

CNS_Ens_Modalis says:
CO: Captain, I'm sensing something from the other side of the Tunnel.

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
Ops, CSO, CNS: Report!

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
::Opens the door to Sickbay and steps inside, noticing that his staff appears to be busy as soon as he enters::

CIV_LtCmdr_Harek says:
::follows the CMO in and pauses just inside, gazes across the room::

OPS_Ens_Whittiker says:
CO: Readings are...  off the scale.  It’s definitely a spatial rift, but it seems to emit an abnormally high level of chronoton particles.

CNS_Ens_Modalis says:
CO: Nothing concrete - it's like a screen between the two universes.  I can definitely sense life forms on the other side, but it's too far away for me to read anything in particular.

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
::Notices CIV's look:: CIV: Impressive, isn't it?

CSO_LtCmdr_Revell-Francis says:
CO: I can only scan the entrance - the vicinity on the other end is a mystery, there is too much ambient energy interference.

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
ALL: Chronotons... that would indicate time travel... interesting.

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
CSO: Did the rest of the taskforce get the same readings?

CIV_LtCmdr_Harek says:
CMO: I'm well aware, as she used to be mine.

OPS_Ens_Whittiker says:
CO: They are...  modulated somehow...

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
::Nods:: CIV: But that was when she was still a galaxy?

CSO_LtCmdr_Revell-Francis says:
CO: Negative, we're the first ship to attempt passage through.

CIV_LtCmdr_Harek says:
CMO: Actually, I served aboard this vessel for a short period.

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
CIV: I see...

OPS_Ens_Whittiker says:
All: I have never seen readings like these, if we had more time, id suggest further study before going through.

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
ALL: Well, as much as I'm sure this would prove to be a highly interesting research expedition, that's not what we're here to do.

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
ALL: Time is of the essence, and if Starfleet thinks this is safe enough, then it's our duty to try.

OPS_Ens_Whittiker says:
CO: I have the drive configurations and shield modulations supplied by Starfleet command laid in.

CSO_LtCmdr_Revell-Francis says:
CO: Captain, I'm trying to dampen the sensors to accept the energy readings as background noise, but I don't think we'll get a clearer picture than this.

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
Ops: Mr. Whittiker, take us in.

OPS_Ens_Whittiker says:
::Looks at the portion of his console that is laid out as helm control and lays in the course:: CO: Engage at your mark.

CIV_LtCmdr_Harek says:
CMO: Better be careful, I might just try and steel in back from you!

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
Ops: Engage.

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
CIV: Over my dead body! ::smiles:: Actually, I doubt you'd like it...

OPS_Ens_Whittiker says:
:;Taps a few buttons:: CO: Entry in 3...  2... 1....

CSO_LtCmdr_Revell-Francis says:
:: Watches the sensors carefully ::

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
::Thinks he shouldn't say things like that since they have a habit of backfiring on this ship::

Host SM-Lyon says:
ACTION: The Seleya enters the Tunnel slowly, to the naked eye disappearing from bow to stern... the crew sees something completely different. The Tunnel walls are rippling walls of colour... but the ride is anything but smooth.

OPS_Ens_Whittiker says:
CO: Boosting power to inertial dampers....

CNS_Ens_Modalis says:
::holds on to her chair for dear life::

XO_Cmdr_Darklighter says:
::decides this may not be the best thing to stand through and staggers to his seat, eventually falling into it::

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
::Holds onto a cup of coffee::

CIV_LtCmdr_Harek says:
::falls back, bumping his head on the wall::

CSO_LtCmdr_Revell-Francis says:
:: Grabs a hold of his console to keep in his chair ::

OPS_Ens_Whittiker says:
::Directs as much power as can be spared to the inertial dampers, shutting down the holodecks in the process::

Host SM-Lyon says:
ACTION: Inertial dampeners have a minimal effect, making the ride a leeeeetle smoother.

OPS_Ens_Whittiker says:
CO: I cannot send anymore power to the inertial dampers, we're going to have to ride this one out...  total transit time is expected to be less than 2 minutes.

CSO_LtCmdr_Revell-Francis says:
:: Tries to keep his eyes on the sensor readings, but decides he'd rather let the databanks take care of it ::

CIV_LtCmdr_Harek says:
::feels the bump forming on the back of his head:: CMO: A little warning would have been nice.

OPS_Ens_Whittiker says:
::is glad he remembered the sovereigns have seatbelts, and buckled himself in::

Host SM-Lyon says:
ACTION: A brilliant flash of magenta flashes across the main viewer and suddenly stars can be seen.

OPS_Ens_Whittiker says:
CO: We have emerged on the far side of the Tunnel.  Checking spatial location...

CSO_LtCmdr_Revell-Francis says:
:: Immediately checks the astronavigation charts and positioning beacons ::

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
CSO: Locate the Starfleet Taskforce.

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
CIV: Oh sorry, I thought you heard the Captain's notice.

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
XO: Take us to yellow alert.

CSO_LtCmdr_Revell-Francis says:
CO: Checking now... :: Starts scanning for Starfleet transponders ::

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
CNS: Are you reading anything, Ensign?

OPS_Ens_Whittiker says:
CO: Spatial co-ordinates confirmed.  We have emerged into Nacandarian space.

XO_Cmdr_Darklighter says:
CO: Aye sir ::enters a command into his console and brings the ship to yellow alert::

CIV_LtCmdr_Harek says:
CMO: Really, huh! Must have been too excited to see sickbay again.

CNS_Ens_Modalis says:
CO: I can sense the Nacandarians, sir.

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
CIV: Oh ok, well if you want to get acquainted with it be my guest.

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
CNS: Can you be more specific?

CIV_LtCmdr_Harek says:
CMO: I think it is best if we get to work on our research, sorry if I don't know what has been going on, I have been out of the loop for the past 5 or so months.

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
CSO: Anything?

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
CIV: Agreed ::hands CIV a PADD containing the relevant data::

CSO_LtCmdr_Revell-Francis says:
CO: Still scanning, Captain.

CNS_Ens_Modalis says:
CO: I'm trying, sir.

CSO_LtCmdr_Revell-Francis says:
:: Looks at the CO apologetically ::

XO_Cmdr_Darklighter says:
::exits his seat and takes a peek at the TAC sensors::

CNS_Ens_Modalis says:
CO: The Nacandarians seem angry, sir.  They know we're in their universe.

CSO_LtCmdr_Revell-Francis says:
:: Finally sees the Dublin barely in range of the LRS :: CO: The USS Dublin is the closest.

CIV_LtCmdr_Harek says:
::reads over the pad:: CMO: Suicide Gene? I always found these Nacandarians to be a pleasant people

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
CIV: You have? We've had trouble with them from the start...The suicide gene seems to be a back up system, I think bees have something similar if I recall correctly.

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
CSO: Transfer co-ordinates to the helm.

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
Ops: Set a course, engage on maximum warp.

CSO_LtCmdr_Revell-Francis says:
CO: Aye aye :: Sends the coordinates down again ::

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
CSO: Keep an eye on those Nacandarian ships.

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
CNS: Keep me updated, if you get any stronger readings.

OPS_Ens_Whittiker says:
::Gets the data from he CSO and lays in the course, then engages::  CO: Course plotted...  and engaged.

CSO_LtCmdr_Revell-Francis says:
CO: Understood.

CNS_Ens_Modalis says:
CO: Sir

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
CIV: If we find out how it's triggered we might be able to trigger it and kill small numbers of them in case we have to.

Host CO_Capt_Muir says:
ALL: If, before we reach the Dublin we come into conflict with the Nacandarians, I want each of you to remember that our objective is to escape. The Federation cannot be made to look like they are to blame here. Is that understood?

CSO_LtCmdr_Revell-Francis says:
:: Sets the scanners going on occasional wide-area sweeps for an early alert on approaching Nacandarian ships ::

XO_Cmdr_Darklighter says:
::hears the captain and decides to step away from tactical and nods to the captain::

CIV_LtCmdr_Harek says:
::shocked at what the CMO just said:: CMO: That isn't an option Lieutenant.

OPS_Ens_Whittiker says:
CO: Understood, Sir.  ::his flippancy has disappeared, and a new, darker character begins to emerge...  all business and no qualms about doing what needs to be done for the mission to succeed::

CIV_LtCmdr_Harek says:
::looks a little angered towards the CMO::

CMO_LtJG_Atreides says:
CIV: I meant in case of an attack by them...

Host SM-Lyon says:
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